08-17-2026 Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on August 17, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement discussions included a request from the Jamerson Library director for an additional $9,244 in local funds to cover part-time salary overages due to significant growth in library programs and services; the board approved this budget amendment with a strong emphasis on better budget monitoring in the future. The board also approved a $3,953 salary increase for the library director effective July 1, 2026, funded by new local appropriations. Additionally, the fire chief requested and received board approval to use and maintain the county-owned baseball field for fire department activities and community events, with potential for future development contingent on external funding. The board scheduled a public hearing for September 21, 2026, to consider zoning ordinance amendments related to manufactured homes and utility-scale solar farms. Other agenda items included updates on forestry payments in lieu of taxes, school strategic planning and capital carryover funds, and various community and public safety recognitions. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter closed session to discuss legal matters related to proposed water and lease agreements.