Russell County Board of Supervisors - September 14th, 2026

The Russell County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on September 14, 2026, which included presentations from the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia and Appalachian Highlands Housing Partners regarding a $12 million investment to renovate an industrial building into a modular home manufacturing facility, creating approximately 90 jobs and a workforce training program. The board approved a waiver of building permit fees for this project, though some members requested further clarification on tax implications. The meeting also addressed community concerns about a proposed data center at the Moss 3 site, with multiple citizens expressing environmental and economic worries, urging transparency, higher tax rates, and public hearings. Additionally, the board discussed county infrastructure projects, grant approvals including a $155,000 Community Development Block Grant for disaster recovery planning, surplus vehicle disposals, and updates on emergency communication improvements. The Industrial Development Authority provided an update on recent business loans and job creation efforts. Motions were passed to approve expenditures, committee appointments, and various grants, while some motions, such as the permit fee waiver, saw divided votes.