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Board adopts equalized real estate tax rate for 2026
Summary
The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution lowering the real estate tax rate for 2026 from $0.64 to $0.464 after reassessment increases; the vote was unanimous. The adjustment responds to state rules meant to prevent levy growth solely from reassessment.
The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously March 10 to adopt an equalized real estate tax rate for calendar year 2026.
Deputy County Administrator Mandy Belyea told the board that reassessment increases require a reduction in the levy so "the rate of $.64 is proposed to be reduced to $.464." Supervisor Mark Dotson moved the resolution and Supervisor Steve Baker seconded; the motion passed on a roll-call vote with all supervisors voting aye.
The adjustment was described as a technical step to ensure the levy does not produce more than 100% of last year’s real property tax levy following reassessment. Board materials noted minor rounding adjustments for two sanitary districts. No amendments were offered during the vote and the resolution was approved as presented.
