Local Government
May 28, 2025
James City County will be spending $181,424 taxpayer dollars for a 10 year Master Plan update for Recreation facilities. Why does the Board of Supervisors need to spend almost $200,000 on a strategic plan that could be accomplished in-house if the hiring criteria for the Director of Recreation and Parks includes strategic planning? Now may […]
May 16, 2025
Williamsburg residents will have several opportunities this month to share input on the proposed library project. Purpose: Williamsburg seeks community input for a proposed new downtown library to replace the 1973 facility, which is outdated. Public Input Sessions: May 15, 5-7:30 p.m., Williamsburg Fire Department (440 N. Boundary St.). May 20, 1-3:30 p.m., same location. […]
May 15, 2025
The York County School Board discussed having county residents give input on renaming Magruder Elementary School. Community Input Sought: York County School Board is seeking feedback from residents on potentially renaming Magruder Elementary School. Discussion Timeline: The board discussed the issue at a Monday work session, with Superintendent Victor D. Shandor tasked to draft survey […]
May 14, 2025
Budget Approval: James City County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $390.5 million budget for fiscal year 2026. Tax Changes: Real estate tax rate remains at 83 cents per $100 of assessed value, but a 5-cent tax credit from the previous year was not renewed, resulting in higher tax bills. Personal property tax rate stays […]
May 14, 2025
York County School Board Meeting: The board discussed the potential name change of Magruder Elementary School during a recent meeting. Research Presentation: Community members James Carroll and Aaron Butler presented research on the school’s name, sourced from a 1983 York County Schools book, “Footprints,” and archived documents at William & Mary’s Swem Library. Name Origin: […]
May 14, 2025
James City County (JCC) Budget Approval: The JCC Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $390 million Fiscal Year 2026 budget, effective July 1, despite public opposition. Public Opposition: Residents filled the county government center board room to protest rising taxes and county spending. Property Assessments: Virginia code mandates property reassessments every two years; JCC conducts […]
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