Roanoke County Board of Supervisors Meeting - June 23, 2026 2PM

The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on June 23, 2026, which included extensive discussions on transportation infrastructure projects and regional planning initiatives. Key procurement-related topics included updates on multiple Smart Scale transportation projects funded since 2015, such as road widenings, pedestrian improvements, and innovative intersection designs, with several projects currently under construction or in the right-of-way phase. The board reviewed upcoming applications for round seven of Smart Scale funding, covering intersection improvements, pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, and roundabout construction, with a total of eight applications from Roanoke County and its regional partners. Additionally, the board considered resolutions supporting the Interstate 81 widening project, a major $1.834 billion capital improvement involving lane additions, bridge replacements, and safety enhancements, with construction phases planned through 2031. The meeting also addressed the transition of the Greenway Commission's coordinator role to the Roanoke Valley Regional Commission, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Motions to adopt related resolutions and ordinances were passed unanimously. Other agenda items included recognition of Dr. Ken Nicely for his service to public schools, citizen comments opposing a pipeline compressor station project, and routine appointments and consent agenda approvals. The meeting highlighted the long timelines and collaborative efforts required for transportation project funding, design, and construction in the region.