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Resident criticizes proposed tax increases, property auctions and county economic development spending

3124006 · March 27, 2025
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James DeBorde of Bristol used the public-comment period to criticize possible tax increases, warn about property auctions that sold 25 properties, and question a $500,000 economic development payment to BVU; he urged the board to prioritize keeping people in their homes.

James DeBorde of Bristol addressed the Washington County Board of Supervisors during public comment on March 25, urging supervisors to avoid tax increases and to take steps to keep residents in their homes.

“My name is James DeBorde. I reside at 15015 Hurst Road, Bristol, Virginia,” he said. DeBorde criticized board members for not answering…

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