Smyth County approves $5,002,000 budget amendment, majority for school needs
The Board unanimously approved Budget Amendment #7, a $5,002,000 package that includes $2,000 for a Commonwealth Attorney junior attorney program and the balance for School Board items such as virtual‑student support and ESSER reimbursement allocations.
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On June 18 the Smyth County Board of Supervisors approved Budget Amendment #7, totaling $5,002,000. County Administrator Shawn M. Utt presented the amendment and said the $2,000 in grant funding was for the Commonwealth Attorney’s junior attorney program while the remainder would support several School Board needs, including state‑funded support for virtual students, reduced dual‑enrollment costs and additional resources from ESSER reimbursements.
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