Residents urge more school staff, raise election-security concerns and praise housing efforts during Henrico public comments Residents at the April 14 Henrico Board meeting urged funding for English-language-learner and special-education positions, urged review of election equipment, and praised the county's housing-affordability programs; Master Gardeners requested consistent meeting and storage space.

Residents of Henrico County are demanding more school staff, raising critical election security concerns, and commending housing initiatives in a passionate public meeting.

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Votes at a glance: Henrico supervisors approve rezoning, tax and utility rates, budget and a series of easements and contracts At the April 14 meeting the board approved a rezoning proffer amendment for Crossings at Mulberry, adopted real-estate and personal-property tax levies, approved water/sewer rate changes, accepted multiple utility easements and property actions, approved participation in opioid settlements and awarded engineering contracts.

Henrico County’s Board of Supervisors made significant moves, including approving a key townhome development and adopting crucial tax and utility rate changes.

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Henrico Board adopts $2 billion fiscal 2027 budget after extended debate over school staffing The Henrico County Board of Supervisors adopted the fiscal 2027 operating and capital budgets — roughly $2 billion and $343.6 million respectively — after a lengthy debate over school funding, state shortfalls tied to the Local Composite Index and requests for additional English-language-learner positions.

Henrico County's Board of Supervisors has officially adopted a staggering $2 billion budget, but the heated debate over school funding and staffing needs is far from over.

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Vice chair raises concerns over Flock cameras and social-media monitoring; urges county review Vice Chair Misty Rountree outlined privacy, equity and oversight concerns with Flock license-plate cameras and a social-media monitoring product called LifeRaft, urging Henrico County to examine controls and consider stronger safeguards.

Vice Chair Misty Rountree is sounding the alarm on privacy risks from surveillance tech in Henrico County, urging a critical review of how license-plate cameras and social media monitoring could invade our constitutional rights.

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Henrico supervisors approve EDA bond and multiple construction, sewer and trail contracts The Henrico County Board approved up to $7.5 million in EDA multifamily housing revenue bonds for a 53‑unit Carter Woods project and awarded several contracts, including a $23.922 million Westwood sewage pumping station and a $6,000,484 Fall Line Trail segment; all actions were approved on motion.

Henrico County is making big moves with $7.5 million in funding for new housing and several major infrastructure projects, including a $23.9 million sewage pumping station and a new trail!

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Henrico County supervisors receive $2 billion budget overview, defer final vote until April 14 Henrico County staff presented an overview of a roughly $2 billion FY2026–27 operating and capital budget that prioritizes schools and public safety; with no public speakers, the board moved to defer formal adoption to its April 14 meeting as state law requires a minimum seven‑day delay.

Henrico County's proposed $2 billion budget prioritizes education and public safety but faces delays as supervisors defer a final vote until April 14.

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March 26, 2026 • 7 PM Henrico Sports & Events Center
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Board introduces water and sewer fee increases tied to $300 million transmission main project Henrico County introduced an ordinance to raise water and sewer charges effective July 1, 2026, to support capital costs including an approximately $300 million East End transmission main; the board set a public hearing for April 14.

Henrico County is proposing a $7.7 increase in water and sewer charges to fund a massive $300 million project aimed at enhancing the county's water system resilience.

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Cats Allegedly Found With Bleeding and Head Trauma and Used in Fraudulent Fundraising Scheme: Seek Justice - Animal Petitions Multiple cats were allegedly abused and used in a fraudulent fundraising scheme, leaving one animal with catastrophic injuries. Demand authorities pursue full prosecution to secure justice and protect...

PETITION / Cats Allegedly Found With Bleeding and Head Trauma and Used in Fraudulent Fundraising Scheme: Seek Justice.
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Sign: Cruelty for Profit: Man Accused of Torturing Cats in Cancer Fundraising Scam Faces Felony Charges - Animal Victory CASE AT A GLANCE Who is involved? Rodney Travis Jr., 27, aka Debbie Crankin, of Henrico County, Virginia Accused of: […]

SIGN! Cruelty for Profit: POS Rodney Travis Jr., also known as Debbie Crankin, 27, Accused of Torturing Cats in Cancer Fundraising Scam Faces Felony Charges. JUSTICE!
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Henrico board proclaims January 2026 Human Trafficking Awareness Month, highlights new employee training The Board recognized January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month and described a county-led training initiative, with plans to train all county employees on spotting and reporting trafficking signs.

Henrico County is stepping up the fight against human trafficking by recognizing January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month and launching vital training for county employees.

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Every champion starts somewhere! This New Year, we seek volunteers to help reduce youth substance misuse. Ready to join? Click the link in our bio! 🌟 #NewYearNewPurpose #HTS2S #CommunityChampion #BeTheProtectiveFactor #HenricoCounty #YouthPrevention #GuidingTheFuture

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Henrico authorizes performance agreement for ABB expansion; VEDP grant and local match to support $28.5M investment and 108 jobs The Board approved a performance agreement enabling a VEDP grant of up to $300,000 and a county 1:1 local match routed through the EDA; ABB pledged at least $28.5 million in capital investment and 108 new jobs at its Henrico facility.

Henrico County just approved a game-changing deal that could bring $28.5 million in investments and 108 new jobs from ABB Incorporated!

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Henrico supervisors split on multiple rezoning requests; board denies two, defers two and approves River Mill and other proposals At its Nov. 12 meeting the Henrico County Board of Supervisors denied two large rezoning requests after extensive public comment, deferred two others to give staff time to review drainage and BMP concerns, and approved a River Mill-area proposal and several smaller rezonings. Residents cited school overcrowding, traffic and floodplain risks; the 개발

Henrico County's Board of Supervisors faced heated debate as they denied two major rezoning proposals amid concerns over school capacity, traffic, and environmental impacts.

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Henrico awards $16.9 million contract for Magellan Parkway bridge and boulevard The board approved a $16.9 million unit-price contract with Curtis Contracting to construct Magellan Parkway (four-lane roadway, bridge over I-95, shared-use path and sidewalks) between Inglewood Farms Drive and Scott Road; construction is scheduled to begin in December and finish by November 2027.

Henrico County has just awarded a groundbreaking $16.9 million contract to transform the Magellan Parkway with a new bridge and enhanced roadways, promising safer travel and better infrastructure for all!

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Votes at a glance: Henrico Board passes appointments, easements, contracts and routine awards on Oct. 28 At its Oct. 28 meeting the Henrico Board of Supervisors approved a slate of routine and notable actions including an EDA appointment, multiple procurement awards, signatory-authority resolutions and utility and road-related contracts. Below are the items and outcomes recorded in the meeting transcript.

The Henrico County Board of Supervisors just made significant moves, from appointing new members to approving major contracts and land preservation efforts!

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Board approves additional consulting funds for public-safety radio project; supervisors request regional briefing The board authorized an additional amendment to the countys consulting contract with Alteris Technology Partners to continue technical oversight of Henrico's public-safety communications project and asked staff for a work session and regional briefing on project status.

Henrico County is extending its consulting contract to ensure the troubled public-safety communications system gets back on track, with completion now pushed to 2028.

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Our new Bandalong Bandit Litter Trap replaces a tricky boom setup that let debris slip into the neighborhood pond. Now, cleanup is easier—and the water stays cleaner.

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Board authorizes update to 2011 Cobbs Creek reservoir agreement to provide water to Cumberland County Henrico authorized the county manager to update and execute a proposed water‑supply agreement under which the county may provide up to 7 million gallons per day to Cumberland County from the Cobbs Creek reservoir or the James River.

Henrico County is set to revamp its water-supply agreement, potentially sending up to 7 million gallons a day to Cumberland County—what does this mean for our water resources?

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Wagner logistics PUP withdrawn; residents press county on data‑center proximity and regional proposals An applicant withdrew a provisional‑use permit for a proposed data‑center project; public commenters urged the board to weigh regional data‑center zoning and environmental, traffic and health impacts.

A proposed data center project was abruptly withdrawn, igniting community concerns over the environmental and zoning impacts of industrial developments near residential areas.

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Board approves multiple rezonings, PUPs and capital resolutions; several items deferred At its Oct. 14 meeting the Henrico County Board of Supervisors approved a slate of rezoning requests, provisional use permits and resolutions including park land acquisition and cemetery preservation, deferred one rezoning for decision-only and recorded several other procedural actions.

The Henrico County Board of Supervisors made significant strides in local development by approving multiple rezoning requests and capital resolutions, while deferring one case that’s stirring community debate.

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Henrico supervisors approve rezoning, park land purchases and policy items; defer one major subdivision decision At its Oct. 14 meeting the Henrico County Board of Supervisors approved multiple rezoning and permit requests, authorized parkland acquisitions and conservation easements, accepted a school-proceeds arrangement and approved an updated intercounty water agreement. The board deferred a contested Main Street Homes rezoning for decision only to Nov. 12

Henrico County supervisors made significant decisions on rezoning and parkland acquisitions, but a contentious subdivision proposal remains on hold until November.

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Does anyone know if Henrico County mandates any permits or has any regulations for hosting a yard sale?

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Resident Challenges Property Assessment Discrepancies Amid Health Struggles Homeowner disputes unfair property tax assessment while facing severe health issues.

A Henrico County resident is fighting back against what they call an unfair property tax assessment that threatens their financial stability while battling serious health issues.

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Henrico County Board Remembers Educators and Celebrates NASCAR Event Success Board honors late professors and coaches while celebrating successful NASCAR event turnout.

The Henrico County Board of Supervisors honored the legacies of beloved educators while celebrating a thrilling NASCAR event that drew 60,000 visitors to the community.

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County Board Approves $855K Change Order for Tuckahoe Creek Sewer Project Board authorizes additional funding for sewer project due to unforeseen excavation costs.

Henrico County is taking bold steps to enhance public utility access with a $6.9 million initiative aimed at helping income-qualified residents connect to essential water and sewer services.

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