Gloucester County Board of Supervisors Meeting, 5/5/2026

The Gloucester County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on May 5, 2026, which included significant procurement and budget-related discussions. A key agenda item was the update and request for direction on financing the construction of the Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue Station One. The board reviewed refreshed loan proposals from multiple banks, focusing on two primary options from Chesapeake Bank and Webster Bank. After detailed presentations on loan terms, interest rates, payment structures, and collateral requirements, the board voted to proceed with the Chesapeake Bank financing agreement. Additionally, the board discussed creating a working group to explore development of a sports complex at the old Page site, emphasizing community benefits and potential future capital projects. The meeting also included a public hearing and approval of a zoning ordinance amendment to regulate mobile food vendors and mobile food vendor courts, aiming to support local business opportunities while managing community impact. Several board appointments and administrative updates were also addressed during the session.