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Greene County adopts ordinance authorizing employee performance bonuses; board to decide funding approach later
Summary
The Greene County Board of Supervisors voted to adopt an ordinance allowing the county to approve one‑time performance bonuses for employees under Code of Virginia §15.2‑1508. The board approved the ordinance with a modification and discussed funding options; state funds of about $65,000 are expected for certain positions.
The Greene County Board of Supervisors on Monday adopted an ordinance authorizing the county to approve employee performance bonuses under Section 15.2‑1508 of the Code of Virginia, clearing the way for the county to accept state-provided bonus funds for certain positions and to approve future bonus programs under the ordinance.
The board approved the ordinance by roll‑call vote after amending language to require board involvement in specified approval steps. The roll call recorded ayes from Mr. McQuiggan, Mr. Goolsby, Ms. Durham, Mr. Lamb and the chair; the motion carried.
County staff explained the change is necessary under state law to accept and distribute bonuses even when the funding is state-sourced. Staff said the state will provide about $65,000 to cover…
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