Gloucester County VA Town Hall

The Gloucester County Board of Supervisors held a town hall meeting on September 22, 2026, primarily addressing concerns about conducting a forensic audit of the county's finances and the potential development of the Page property. The board explained their decision not to pursue a costly forensic audit at this time, citing recent clean independent audits, high estimated costs exceeding $400,000, ongoing software system upgrades, and the absence of specific allegations of financial misconduct. Public comments reflected strong community interest in transparency and accountability, with several speakers advocating for a forensic audit to uncover inefficiencies or misuse of funds. Additionally, the board discussed the Page property, a county-owned asset valued at approximately $700,000, and addressed rumors about a developer proposing a sports center. Board members emphasized that no decisions have been made, that any disposition of the property would require public hearings and votes, and that due diligence including business plans and financial vetting would be necessary. Other topics included concerns about county infrastructure needs, unfunded mandates, public safety, and the use of surveillance technology. No formal votes or contract awards were reported during the meeting, but the discussions highlighted potential future procurement and budget considerations related to audits, property development, and infrastructure improvements.