Commissioners adopt bylaw amendment clarifying road-naming process
The Bedford County Board of Commissioners adopted an amendment to Rule 9 of its bylaws to clarify that the highway superintendent submits a list of county roads for approval by the full commission; the amendment passed by recorded vote after debate about statutory authority.
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The Bedford County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 13 adopted Amendment No. 1 to Rule 9 of its bylaws, changing language about naming bridges, dedicating roads and county buildings so that "the highway superintendent submits a list of all county roads for approval by the board of commissioners." Commissioner Vick, who offered the amendment, framed it as a statutory compliance issue, citing state law and guidance from county advisors.
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