Buckingham supervisors adopt 2026–27 operating budget, add second EMS position

The Buckingham County Board of Supervisors voted to adopt the 2026–27 operating budget with amendments that include a $383,000 shift to the schools section and the addition of a second county EMS position.

During consideration of the budget, staff noted previously discussed items including $383,000 moved into the schools portion of the budget and talks about an additional EMS position. A board member (S5) moved to add a second EMS person; the motion was seconded and passed when the chair called the vote.

Board members discussed that some amendments also funded vehicle reserves and other department needs. One member (S7) listed planned reserve allocations including about $280,000 for vehicle reserves, $100,000 for an EMS vehicle, and additional amounts for sheriff's department needs; members noted pay increases and other additions were part of the updated figures.

After approving the EMS position, the board voted to adopt the full operating budget with the amendments as previously stated; the chair recorded five votes in favor and the motion carried. No ordinance or resolution numbers were provided in the transcript; the board adopted the budget by motion.

The meeting then adjourned.