9/14/2026 - Rockbridge County Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Rockbridge County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on September 14, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved a school appropriation resolution of $81,576 for a high school turf field and reviewed county financials with bills totaling nearly $2 million. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed issuance of a general obligation bond, not to exceed $18 million, to fund a school division recreation center and tennis courts. After discussion, the board considered an alternative resolution to reduce borrowing to approximately $10.75 million by removing the tennis courts project and using assigned capital reserves and unassigned reserves to cover the difference. Financial advisors from Davenport & Company presented an analysis affirming the county's strong financial position and ability to manage the debt responsibly without raising taxes. Public comments reflected mixed opinions on the recreation center project, with some emphasizing the need for improved athletic facilities and others expressing concern about increasing county debt and prioritizing spending. The board discussed the sustainability of debt financing for capital projects and the importance of balancing current needs with long-term fiscal responsibility. Additionally, the board adopted ordinances to update erosion and sediment control regulations to comply with state law and to amend personal property tax exemptions to align with state statutes. The meeting concluded with plans to further investigate potential ordinance amendments and capital project funding strategies.