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Goochland supervisors set 2026 tax rates, fix data‑center rate at 44¢ after heated debate
Summary
The Goochland County Board of Supervisors approved 2026 tax rates, including a contentious increase in the technology/data‑center rate to $0.44 per $100 of assessed value, after members debated whether a higher baseline helps negotiation or will deter investment.
The Goochland County Board of Supervisors adopted the county’s 2026 tax rates on a roll call after a prolonged exchange over the rate that will apply to hyperscale data‑center property. The board approved an amendment setting the data‑center portion of the tax rate at $0.44 per $100 of assessed value.
Supporters of the 44¢ figure said the higher baseline preserves county negotiating room with prospective developers and helps fund essential capital needs. “Over the next 5 years, we have over $230,000,000 in essential…
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