Henry County supervisors approve CDBG support, budget and multiple contracts in 6-0 votes

The Henry County Board of Supervisors approved a series of routine and substantive measures at its April 22, 2025 meeting, generally by unanimous votes. The actions below summarize motions, motions' outcomes and the key details recorded in the meeting minutes and public discussion. Motions below list the agenda item as stated at the meeting and the vote tally when recorded.

Votes at a glance (items approved 6-0 unless otherwise noted):

- Consent agenda (including a proclamation recognizing volunteer fire and rescue agencies): Motion to approve the consent items carried 6-0 (agenda item: consent). No individual votes were recorded in open session beyond the unanimous tally.

- Martinsville-Henry County 911 Joint Dispatch Center bylaws amendments: The board approved proposed amendments, described by staff as terminology and gender-appropriate title changes; city council was also expected to consider the same amendments (agenda item 9). Motion and second recorded; vote 6-0.

- Participation in an intergovernmental mutual-aid agreement with the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM): Public safety staff presented the proposed agreement pursuant to Code of Virginia §44.1-146.14. Supervisor motion to…