King George BOS and BOD 06/16/2026

The King George County Board of Supervisors and Board of Directors met on June 16, 2026, with a primary focus on local governance issues including water resource management, data center developments, and budget appropriations. Significant discussion centered on the impact of data centers on potable water usage, noise concerns, and community notification processes. The board addressed the challenges posed by Amazon and other data center projects, emphasizing the importance of protecting water resources for residents and opposing the use of potable water for cooling data center equipment. The Service Authority reported ongoing infrastructure projects funded partly by ARPA, including water main and well projects, with progress updates and job openings announced. The board approved several budget appropriations, including a $69.8 million operating budget for public schools and a $380,540 appropriation from the general fund balance. Additionally, a one-time 2% salary bonus was approved for state-supported local positions such as social services and electoral board staff. The meeting also included discussions on zoning ordinance amendments, staff evaluations, and public comments on solar projects and county website improvements for better public access to development applications. Motions to approve consent agendas and re-nominate library board members were passed unanimously, reflecting ongoing governance and community engagement efforts.