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County reports progress on animal shelter expansion, recreation programming and workforce events
Summary
County staff updated supervisors on installation of utilities and fencing for the animal shelter expansion, the launch of First Friday events and online recreation registration, and upcoming workforce outreach events including reverse career fairs and signing days.
County staff reported progress on several operational projects and community programs during the supervisors’ meeting.
Public works and staff said Bedford Electric installed a new utility pole and moved utilities to support the animal shelter expansion at the Storchville site. Staff and consultant Spectrum Design conducted a final walk‑through and a laydown lot fence was scheduled for installation to receive equipment and supplies.
Parks and recreation announced a First Friday summer concert series beginning May 2 at Fallen Creek, with music starting at 6 p.m., food trucks and rotating musical acts. Staff also said the county’s online registration program for sports, pavilion reservations and program sign‑ups is now live.
Economic and workforce staff outlined upcoming recruitment events to address hiring challenges: a reverse career fair at Liberty High School where businesses interview students, a job fair at Staunton River High School on May 29, and a career and technical education signing day on May 14 to connect students with employers.
Staff also reminded supervisors of an employee appreciation event scheduled for lunch hour Friday at Follin Creek Park.
The transcript records these as staff reports and board remarks; no formal actions or budget votes on these items were recorded in the meeting.
