July 28, 2026 New Kent County Board of Supervisors Work Session

The New Kent County Board of Supervisors held a work session on July 28, 2026, during which they adopted several resolutions honoring notable figures and entities in thoroughbred racing, including jockey Kent Dermo, trainer Chad C. Brown, and Judante Farms, recognizing their historic achievements and contributions to the Festival of Racing at Colonial Downs. The board then moved into a closed session to discuss a prospective business project, "Project Haven," and potential local incentives. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the progress and next steps of the Pamunkey River surface water supply project, including a $150,000 appropriation from the Colonial Downs Reserve for architectural and engineering services to advance initial development. The project involves constructing a raw water intake and pump station with an estimated cost of approximately $34 million, aiming to address New Kent County's future water supply needs. Additionally, the board received a preliminary financial review for FY2026, noting strong revenue performance, some departmental expenditure variances, and discussions on the allocation of Colonial Downs revenues. Finally, the board appointed Elizabeth Ramareno as the New Kent County representative to the Rappahannock Community College Board for a four-year term.