Wise County Board of Supervisors February Recessed Meeting 3/5/2026

The Wise County Board of Supervisors held a recessed meeting on March 5, 2026, primarily focused on fiscal decisions amid budget constraints. The board discussed setting a new tax rate at 69 cents, acknowledging the difficult impact this would have on county employees and services. A motion was passed to freeze all nonessential purchases and expenditures, including office supplies, travel, training, and seminars, through June 30, 2026, as a cost-saving measure. The board emphasized the need for continued financial discipline and further expense cuts moving forward to stabilize the county's budget.