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Botetourt County School Board adopts FY 2026–27 budget after public hearing
Summary
The Botetourt County School Board approved its FY 2026–27 budget March 31 after a presentation by the director of finance; a public hearing drew no speakers and the motion to adopt passed unanimously.
The Botetourt County School Board approved the FY 2026–27 school board budget Tuesday during a public hearing and meeting in Fincastle that concluded at 6:00 p.m.
Chair Anna Weddle presided over the meeting and turned the floor to Brandon Lee, director of finance, who presented the attached FY 2026–27 school board budget information; the transcript records that the board then engaged in discussion of the proposal. Superintendent Dr. Janet Womack and other senior staff were present for the presentation and review.
The board opened a public hearing to receive citizen comment on the proposed budget; Chair Weddle confirmed there were no citizens wishing to address the board. Following the hearing, board member Tim Davidick moved to approve the FY 2026–27 school board budget as presented. The motion was seconded by Matt East and carried with votes recorded in favor from Chair Anna Weddle, Dana McCaleb, Matt East, Tim Davidick and Jenny P. Wilson.
The meeting agenda noted an upcoming regular school board meeting set for April 9, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. With no further business, Chair Weddle adjourned the meeting at 6:00 p.m., and Clerk Susan M. Albert recorded the adjournment.
The transcript indicates the budget materials were presented as an attachment during the meeting; the minutes do not include dollar amounts or line-item details in the record provided here.
