2026.04.14 - Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting at 7 p.m.

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on April 14, 2026, which included discussions on budget and tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. The board approved maintaining the current tax rates for 2026, which fund the fiscal year 2027 budget, with no proposed changes. Public comments focused on concerns about school closures, the need for better collaboration between the school board and supervisors, and the challenges of maintaining low tax rates while providing quality services. Several speakers advocated for exploring alternative revenue sources such as impact fees and room taxes to support growth-related expenses and education funding. The board also recognized various community service groups and discussed the importance of balancing financial discipline with service delivery. A motion to adopt the tax rate ordinance was passed unanimously. Further budget discussions are planned in upcoming work sessions.