July 9, 2026 Board of Supervisors Worksession

The July 9, 2026, work session of the Nottoway County Board of Supervisors included several procurement-related discussions and decisions. The board approved a contract with One Digital for an HR assessment service at a retainer fee of $2,250 per month, totaling $27,000 annually, with legal review and signing authority delegated to the county administrator. They also discussed the potential need to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for consulting services to update and align the county's zoning and ordinance codes with state law, aiming to improve enforcement capabilities and reduce legal costs. Additionally, the board considered a $455,364 design contract for a new sheriff's office as part of the courthouse project, with plans to negotiate the cost. They also authorized soliciting sealed bids for timber sales on two county parcels to generate revenue. Budgetary matters included deliberations on school staff bonuses and raises, with an emphasis on fiscal prudence given pending state budget finalization. The board discussed the use and clawback of ARPA funds related to a local nonprofit's bankruptcy and explored options for reallocating remaining funds. Overall, the meeting focused on contract approvals, budget considerations, and planning for future procurement activities to support county operations and infrastructure.