King George BOS 04/10/2026 Session 2 of 2

The King George County Board of Supervisors held a budget session on April 10, 2026, focusing extensively on departmental budget reviews and potential cuts to balance the county's finances. Key procurement-related discussions included the sheriff's office proposing cuts totaling approximately $89,825 by reducing travel, equipment, and capital outlay expenses. The board also discussed the increased lease costs for body-worn cameras and related cloud services, noting some costs are reimbursable through grants. Additional budget reductions were proposed in various departments such as parks and recreation, general properties, and information technology, including the removal of digital signage and event support costs. The school division presented a slimmed-down budget request, highlighting challenges with healthcare cost increases and compensation competitiveness compared to neighboring counties. A significant portion of the meeting addressed the property tax assessment and rate setting, with the board deciding to advertise a tax rate of 68 cents per $100 assessed value, allowing for future reductions but not increases. The board emphasized the need to balance revenue with expenditures, considering state funding uncertainties and the impact of reassessment appeals. The session concluded with motions to proceed with the advertised tax rate and scheduling the next meeting for April 22, 2026.