Roanoke County Board of Supervisors Meeting - April 28, 2026 2PM

The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on April 28, 2026, which included significant discussions on the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget for Roanoke County Public Schools. The school budget totals $31 million, reflecting a $13.7 million increase from the prior year, driven largely by state funding and focused on maintaining core services and targeted investments in special education and behavioral support. The board also addressed deferred capital maintenance and bus replacements due to budget constraints. Additionally, the board approved a $221,275 interim agreement with G&H Contracting for preconstruction services related to the Hollands Fire Station, with a preliminary guaranteed maximum price of approximately $4.5 million for the project. The meeting included public hearings on the operating budget and capital improvement program, as well as approval of ordinances for the disposition of surplus county real estate, including properties at Mount Chestnut Road and West Morland Drive, with sales intended to generate revenue for the county. The board also discussed amendments to the county code to formalize emergency management procedures, enabling more timely responses to disasters.