Scott County, VA Board of Supervisors Meeting - February, 2026

The Scott County, VA Board of Supervisors held a meeting on February 4, 2026, addressing a variety of local government and community issues with a significant focus on infrastructure, budget, and grant-related matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of multiple grant awards totaling over $300,000 for litter control, sheriff's department programs, and emergency services. The board approved a motion to appropriate funds for these grants. Additionally, the board discussed capital improvement projects such as road maintenance prioritization, flood mitigation efforts, and a $28,000 emergency replacement of a golf course water tank funded from capital improvement funds. The meeting also covered the potential county involvement in funding an executive director position for the Carter Fold, supported by a $212,125 Tobacco Commission grant, with debate over the county's role in supporting this private entity. Other procurement-related topics included the disposition of the Pioneer Center property, workforce housing development grants totaling over $1 million, and the planning of road projects under the six-year plan. The board took motions to support legislative bills affecting transportation funding and discussed coordination with the Virginia Department of Transportation on road and bridge projects. Several appointments to local boards and commissions were confirmed by acclamation. The meeting concluded with discussions on audit delays, tax collection data accuracy, and community concerns about flood damage and infrastructure maintenance.