2026.05.26 - Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting at 7 p.m.

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on May 26, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and decisions. The board approved a contract for janitorial services and authorized bidding awards for on-demand mechanical, electrical, welding, and related services. They also considered and approved a $10 daily rate increase for private pay residents at the county nursing home. A significant portion of the meeting focused on potential road improvement projects under the state's Smart Scale program, including safety and congestion mitigation improvements on Routes 122, 460, and 221. Public comments raised concerns about safety and access related to these projects, particularly the proposed physical barrier at the Route 460 and Me Road intersection. The board planned further review and a work session on June 9 to refine these proposals. Additionally, the board approved zoning ordinance changes for residential developments and granted tax-exempt status to a local community organization. A resolution was passed to accept and appropriate a $38,678 agricultural and forestry development grant requiring a $17,839 county match, aimed at infrastructure improvements for a local meat processing facility. The board also adopted the fiscal year 2026-2027 budgets for the county and school board. Several motions passed by roll call vote addressed these procurement and budget matters, reflecting ongoing infrastructure and community service investments in Bedford County.