Roanoke County Board of Supervisors Meeting - September 21, 2026 2PM

The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on September 21, 2026, which included a detailed briefing on the Woodhaven Technology Park project by John Hall, Executive Director of the Western Virginia Regional Industrial Facility Authority. The briefing focused on the proposed sale of the property to Clearview Dynamics LLC for development of a data center, highlighting the due diligence process, utility capacity, economic benefits, job creation, and community protections such as development covenants and buffers. The board discussed the potential fiscal impact, infrastructure requirements, and community concerns including noise and traffic. Additionally, the board approved a partial lease termination agreement to return Gearhart Park and the Charles R Hill Community Center to the town of Benton, and approved rezoning and special use permits related to industrial and construction yard uses. Public comments included opposition to the data center project citing concerns about noise, property values, and transparency. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter closed session to discuss prospective business or industry expansions.