04/27/2026 Board of Supervisors Meeting

The County of Powhatan Board of Supervisors held their regular meeting on April 27, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a $149,340 contract with Line and Grade, a consulting firm, to assist with updating the county's comprehensive plan. The contract covers three phases focused on community engagement, land use analysis, and plan updates, with an anticipated completion by January 2027. The board debated the cost and scope of the contract, emphasizing the need to incorporate the county's strategic plan and housing study into the consultant's work. The funding for this contract is included in the fiscal year 2027 budget. Additionally, the board adopted the fiscal year 2027 county and school operating and capital budgets totaling approximately $175 million, including a 10-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Other agenda items included referring a zoning ordinance text amendment regarding floodplain overlay district exclusions to the planning commission for review, with a 90-day timeline for public hearing and recommendation. Presentations from Dominion Energy outlined an upcoming transmission line rebuild project affecting local properties, and the Virginia Cooperative Extension provided updates on community programs. The meeting also featured several proclamations recognizing volunteer appreciation, building safety month, and other community observances. No other contract awards or procurement actions were reported during the meeting.