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Blacksburg officials express displeasure after resident criticizes Virginia Tech land swap
Blacksburg Town Council · November 25, 2025
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Summary
A resident told the council he regretted Virginia Tech's land swap; the town said it sent a letter to University President Tim Sands, signed by Mayor Hager Smith and the presiding officer, asking for senior leadership talks to preserve zoning commitments.
Steve Gillespie, a Blacksburg resident, told the council he was "deeply regretful" that Virginia Tech proceeded with a land swap reported in The Roanoke Times and said the university "has often not been the best neighbor" to the town. Gillespie urged council members to protect town…
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