County of Orange, Virginia - Local Government

09/14/2026

Looking to learn more about the proposed 1% local sales tax referendum for school capital projects? Mark your calendars for these upcoming community engagement sessions.

On November 3, Orange County voters will consider a proposed 1% local sales tax referendum to support eligible school construction, renovation, and modernization projects.

If approved, the revenue could be used only for eligible school capital projects and related financing costs. The additional tax would apply to purchases already subject to Virginia sales tax. Food purchased for human consumption, essential personal hygiene products, and prescription medication would NOT be subject to it.

Join us for an upcoming community engagement session:

📍 Sept. 23 - Districts 4 & 5, Locust Grove Middle School
📍 Sept. 30 - District 3, Orange County High School
📍 Oct. 14 - District 2, Lightfoot Elementary School
📍 Oct. 21 - District 1, Gordon-Barbour Elementary School

All sessions begin at 6:30 p.m. Questions must be submitted in advance using this form: https://forms.gle/WpJDMpvywuaXMv2i9

Learn more: https://bit.ly/OCPSVA1

09/11/2026

Today, our Fire & EMS Department honored the memory of those lost 25 years ago through participation in a memorial stair climb and a service hosted by the High School’s JROTC. While we honor them everyday, the anniversary of September 11, 2001, presents a moment for us to express particular appreciation to our nation’s servicemen and women and first responders, who answer the call in our times of greatest need.

09/10/2026

Don't forget! Youth Council applications are DUE tomorrow!

📢 Applications are due tomorrow, September 11 by 11:59 pm.

📝 Applications available at https://ow.ly/8PST50ZzpsZ.

The Orange County Office on Youth is now accepting applications from local students in grades 6-11 to join the Youth Council for the 2026-27 school year! The Youth Council is a group of driven young citizens that engage with local and state elected officials, learn about government and public service, and support the community through various service projects.

Applications will be accepted through September 11, 2026. Learn more at https://ow.ly/8PST50ZzpsZ

09/09/2026

📽️ View the partial recording at: https://ow.ly/v5vV50ZLEwI.

Orange County is informing residents that a technical issue prevented the proper recording of the Board of Supervisors meeting held September 8, 2026. As a result, the full recorded video of the meeting is not available in our Agendas & Minutes platform.

📽️ Partial Recording Available
Once Information Technology staff became aware of the issue impacting our usual streaming/recording service, they responded quickly by creating a new recording using an alternative system, which captured almost all of the Public Comment period. Unfortunately, the recording of events prior that point has thus far been unrecoverable.

The video of the Public Comment period has been uploaded to YouTube at https://ow.ly/v5vV50ZLEwI.

Meeting files, including the agenda packet, remain available at https://ow.ly/W2S450ZLEwG.

⚠️ What We're Doing Going Forward
Orange County strives to provide reliable digital access to Board meetings in alignment with our Effective, Reflective Government strategic priority. We know it is an important service and that many residents utilize the livestream and recording to stay informed.

While technical glitches are not always preventable, staff are working diligently with our vendors to avoid potential future issues and to determine if any additional recording from the meeting is recoverable. We apologize for the inconvenience and will work to ensure future meeting recordings perform as expected.

View the original News Flash at https://ow.ly/kIFX50ZLEwL

09/07/2026

Please be aware that Orange County Government facilities will be closed TODAY, Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

Closed offices will resume normal operating hours TOMORROW, Tuesday, September 8, 2026. For more information and a listing of other upcoming holidays, view the Orange County holiday schedule at https://ow.ly/QHnj50ZHkVi.

As always, our dedicated first responders will remain on duty.

09/05/2026

Big news from earlier this week! Orange County Parks & Recreation and Elite Orange Athletic Association are teaming up for a Youth Basketball League this winter!

Open to ages 5-15, registration for the league will open on September 14. Play will begin in January with practices and games hosted at LGES, LGMS, and LGPS.

Mark your calendars for the registration launch and follow Orange County Parks & Recreation for details. Can't wait? You can "wish list" the program on their registration platform at www.orangecountyva.gov/rec to be updated as soon as registration is available.

09/04/2026

The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at the Orange County Public Safety Building located at 11282 Government Center Drive, Orange, VA 22960. The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m.

A live stream will be available on the County’s website at orangecountyva.gov/525/Agendas-Minutes.

Unless otherwise indicated or unless relocated by the Board, agenda items will be taken in order. The Board reserves the right to remove, add, and/or relocate agenda items, as necessary. Public Hearings will begin promptly at the advertised times. A time limit may be imposed by the Chairman on speakers addressing the Board. Anyone wishing to address the Board during a Public Hearing or Public Comment must sign in on the forms that are located on the table outside of the Board Meeting Room. Forms should be submitted to the Chief Deputy Clerk and speakers will be called in order. No disruptive signs, placards, noises, attire, or behavior will be permitted. Please silence all cell phones and other audible devices.

Regular Meeting Agenda
1. CALL TO ORDER
a. Pledge of Allegiance
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Proclamation Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001 and Patriot Day; Chairman Nicol
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND APPEARANCES
a. Proclamation & Moment of Silence Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001 and Patriot Day; Chairman Nicol
5. OLD BUSINESS
a. SUP-2026-00527: Joe Ryan, Planner (Action on this case was postponed following the public hearing held on August 11, 2026.)
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Type I Ambulance Design and Purchase; Amanda Amos; Human Resources Specialist
7. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION OR CONSIDERATION
a. Consideration of a Referral of the Technology District to the Planning Commission for Additional Review; Supervisor Coleman
b. Consideration of a mechanism to pause any and all Technology District applications; Supervisor Coleman
8. DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR / CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICER REPORTS
9. COUNTY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
10. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT
11. BOARD COMMENT
12. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS (NO ACTION REQUIRED)
13. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
Memo Regarding Appointments to Boards, Commissions, and Committees
14. CALENDAR
Memo Regarding Calendars of Upcoming Meetings
15. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. SUP-2026-00524: Kyra Davis, Senior Planner
b. SUP-2026-00541: Josh Frederick, Planning and Zoning Services Manager
16. PUBLIC COMMENT
17. CLOSED MEETING
18. ADJOURN

09/03/2026

Orange County is hiring! Check it out at www.orangecountyva.gov/jobs!
Why work for Orange County? Read on ⬇️

🪙 Salary & Benefits
Regular classification scale and benefit reviews ensure Orange County remains competitive with our pay and other compensation.

🏆Award-Winning Team
Orange County has been recognized with more than 36 significant industry and professional awards since 2022. We encourage our employees to innovate and excel.

💝Employee Wellness
We don't stop at traditional benefits. We offer extensive wellness initiatives to support our team. In fact, the aforementioned awards include the prestigious Bell Seal Silver Medal for workplace mental health. Critical responders have access to additional support systems.

09/03/2026

In accordance with additional state holiday hours granted by the Governor’s Office, the Orange County Board of Supervisors has authorized the closure of Orange County offices at noon (12:00 p.m.) on Friday, September 4, 2026. Please note the exception that the Landfill and Collection Sites will remain open according to their usual schedules.

Orange County Libraries will additionally be closed on Saturday, September 5, 2026, in accordance with Library Board policy.

As previously scheduled, offices will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, for Labor Day. The Monday closure does include the Landfill & Collection Sites. Closed offices will resume normal operating hours on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

As always, our dedicated first responders remain on duty.

For more information, and a listing of other upcoming holidays, view the Orange County holiday schedule: https://ow.ly/17wX50ZIWIH