Buckingham County Board of Supervisors 8/10/2026

The Buckingham County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on August 10, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved motions related to claims and minutes, and the sheriff's request to appropriate $145,076.66 was also approved. There was a presentation from Central Virginia Electric and Firefly Fiber Broadband updating the board on broadband infrastructure progress, including near completion of fiber buildout and ongoing connection efforts. The board approved a letter of support for access changes at a commercial development site on US Route 15 and US Route 60, involving coordination with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). Additionally, the board authorized a traffic calming study for Main Street in Dillwyn to address speeding concerns. The FY25 audit results were presented, highlighting financial statements, fund balances, and recommendations for improved segregation of duties in county finance operations. Public comments focused heavily on opposition to proposed power transmission lines and data center developments, urging the board to reconsider zoning and comprehensive plan amendments that could facilitate such projects. The board also discussed setting a policy to streamline approval of sheriff's appropriations to avoid monthly board approvals. No executive session was held.