Board authorizes MOU signature to protect state and federal DSS funding

Greensville County staff told the Board of Supervisors that a memorandum of understanding (Resolution 26‑32) with the Greensville/Emporia Department of Social Services is complete and should be authorized so the chair or vice chair can sign once the final draft is approved by the interim county administrator and county attorney.

County staff explained the MOU is required after a state review found the county's existing lease agreement with DSS did not meet federal and state guidelines. The county said it has worked with state DSS staff, the county attorney and local staff over multiple years to revise an agreement that complies with state requirements.

Financial risk cited: County presenters warned that failing to adopt the required MOU could have substantial fiscal consequences. Staff described two components of the exposure: an immediate repayment of previously reimbursed amounts (described in the presentation as about $1.7 million) and a loss of future funding estimated at roughly $9 million. County staff characterized the amounts as significant and said final sign‑off is necessary to avoid those outcomes.

Action taken: A motion was made to approve Resolution 26‑32 and to authorize the board chair or vice chair to sign the MOU once the interim county administrator and county attorney complete final review. The board approved the motion.

What comes next: County staff said remaining technical edits will be resolved in the next few days and the signed MOU will be brought forward for execution. Staff also said there are up to four separate underlying agreements and potential additional documentation that staff and the city will address in follow‑on agenda items.