June 16, 2026 Amherst County Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Amherst County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on June 16, 2026, primarily focused on public concerns regarding the proposed development of a large data center on the Dillard Road tract. Numerous citizens voiced opposition, citing potential negative impacts on water resources, noise pollution, property values, environmental degradation, and community character. Several speakers requested a moratorium on data center development until zoning changes and further studies could be completed. The board discussed the legal limitations under state law regarding moratoriums and noted that a draft ordinance related to data center zoning was expected by August. Additionally, the board approved a special exception permit for a manufactured home in the Route 130 overlay zone, with conditions recommended by the planning commission. There were also mentions of county budget increases related to capital purchases and contracts with cleaning companies, with a suggestion to review these expenditures. No contracts or vendor selections related to the data center project were finalized during this meeting.