The Greensville County Board approved a fiscal‑year 2026 budget amendment to supply additional funds to the Southside Regional Jail Authority while the authority waits on federal reimbursements tied to inmate housing and other revenue sources.

Colonel Johnson (Southside Regional Jail) briefed the board on the authority’s amended budget and pending federal funding. Board members asked whether the county would be reimbursed when federal funds arrive and advocated for monthly invoicing rather than a lump sum. Staff said the county’s share would be capped at $440,000 and the jail would invoice monthly based on need; the city approved a corresponding contribution.

Why it matters: The jail’s finances affect county and city budgets and require coordination among jurisdictions to ensure payroll and operations continue while larger federal funding questions remain unresolved.

Details: County staff said they had previously provided funds through June 30 consistent with the board’s earlier budget action but that outstanding accounts payable for November remained. The board approved authorizing up to $440,000 for the county’s portion (with the city covering a proportional share) and directed staff to structure the payments as monthly invoiced reimbursements as needed rather than a single upfront payment.

Next steps: The board approved the budget amendment by roll call and directed staff to monitor monthly invoices and reconcile any federal reimbursements that later reduce county liability.