Henrico News Archives for Tag: board of supervisors

From left to right photo shows: County Manager John Vithoulkas, Tuckahoe District Supervisor Jody Rogish, Varina District Supervisor Tyrone Nelson, Thomas Gardner, who's holding a painting of a hand print that says Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Fairfield District Supervisor and Board Chair Roscoe Cooper, Three Chopt District Misty Roundtree and Brookland District Supervisor Daniel Schmitt.

Board of Supervisors meeting recap for Oct. 13: Board recognizes Down Syndrome Awareness Month, awards contract for Lakeside Community Trail

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The Henrico County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting Tuesday, Oct. 13. An agenda and video of the meeting are available on the board’s webpage. Highlights included: Down Syndrome
Photo of Fairfield District Supervisor Roscoe D. Cooper III with text Fairfield Forum, Thursday, Oct. 15, 6:30 p.m. Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave.

Fairfield Forum on Oct. 15 to highlight resources for older adults, voter registration and budget process

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Fairfield District Supervisor Roscoe D. Cooper III will host a constituent meeting on Thursday, Oct. 15, 6:30 p.m. at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave. Topics include resources for older adults, the county’s budget process and voter registration and early voting for the Nov. 3 general election.
Three fire officials and an elected official pose with one hold a proclamation for fire prevention week.

Board of Supervisors meeting recap for Sept. 22: Officials highlight fire investigations at Darby House, SwimRVA-North

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“Significant fire investigations can take time," Deputy Fire Chief Scott Sutton said. "Our goal is not to provide the fastest answer. Our responsibility is to provide the most accurate answer that can be supported by the totality of the evidence.”  Investigators concluded the cause of the July fire at SwimRVA-North was accidental. An investigation into the Darby House Senior Apartments fire is ongoing.
Photos of five Board of Supervisors members with text Recap: Sept. 8

Sept. 8 Board of Supervisors Recap: Photo speed cameras approved for school crossing zones to slow drivers, prevent pedestrian injuries

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After a public hearing at its Sept. 8 meeting, the Henrico County Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance to approve photo speed cameras in school crossing zones to slow drivers and improve pedestrian safety.
Participants running the baseline on Challenger field.

Aug. 25 Board Recap: Renovations to Tuckahoe Park to begin in September

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The Henrico Board of Supervisors held a meeting Tuesday, Aug. 25 to hear proposals on Tuckahoe Park renovations, updates to cash payments and vehicles on shared-use pathways. Additionally, thirteen county agencies received plaques from both the National and Virginia Associations of Counties for 56 programs.
A person poses with Supervisor Roscoe D. Cooper III.

Board of Supervisors meeting recap: Board adopts HenricoNEXT plan, capping years of work, public engagement

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The Henrico County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting Tuesday, July 28. An agenda and video of the meeting are available on the Board’s webpage. Winners of 2026 Land Lover and Clean Business Awards announced Board members joined the
Photo of Varina District Supervisor Tyrone Nelson with text Community Conversations, Monday May 18 at 10:30 a.m. Henrico Theatre 305 Nine Mile Road and Tuesday May 19 at 6 p.m. Varina Area Library 1875 New Market Road.

Varina meetings May 18-19 to highlight budget overview, summer programs

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Varina District Supervisor Tyrone E. Nelson will host two Community Conversations meetings May 18-19 to share details of Henrico County’s budget for fiscal year 2026-27 and programs available this summer from Recreation & Parks. The meeting also will provide updates from the Planning and Public Works departments.
Volunteers stand with officials behind the meeting room dais to celebration Volunteer Week.

April 14 meeting recap: Board of Supervisors adopts budget that boosts funding for HCPS, despite drop in state aid

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Henrico's $1.4 billion general fund budget for fiscal year 2026-27 provides $789 million for HCPS. That’s an increase of $25 million, with local dollars accounting for nearly 98% of the additional funding.

In finalizing the plan, supervisors pushed back against what they described as misinformation circulating among some on the School Board and others in the community that the county isn’t sufficiently funding education.

Cover of proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2027 for Henrico County, Virginia from the Office of Management and Budget, March 2026

March 24 Board meeting recap: Supervisors hold public hearing on budget, invite additional input

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The Henrico County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on the proposed $1.4 billion budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year on Tuesday, March 24, prior to its regular meeting. The Board plans to vote to adopt the budget on Tuesday, April 14. The budget would take effect July 1. 
A photo of members of a high school girls cross country team posing with plaques recognizing their state title.

Board of Supervisors meeting recap: Glen Allen teams honored, reservoir earns distinction from Mid-Atlantic Chapter of APWA

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The Glen Allen High School Jaguars’ girls cross country and boys volleyball teams won Virginia High School League Class 5 championships in November.

The Virgil R. Hazelett Reservoir at Cobbs Creek was named the 2026 Project of the Year by the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the American Public Works Association. The reservoir received the award in the category of environment projects of more than $75 million.

Graphic showing puzzle pieces. Inside the pieces are photos of environment-focused features, including solar panels, a bike lane, electronic vehicle charger, a river and grain crops. The background is a photo of a lush tree-filled landscape. Text reads, Sustainability and Resilience Advisory Committee.

Board of Supervisors appoints new Sustainability and Resilience Advisory Committee

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The 10 members of the Sustainability and Resilience Advisory Committee will serve as formal advisors to the county and will provide a community perspective on issues related to environmental sustainability, resilience and strategies for adapting to climate change.

SRAC will complement the work of two other groups focused on the environment - Henrico's Environmental Action Resource Team and Keep Henrico Beautiful.

A photo of Supervisor Roscoe Cooper III, who is raising his right hand while being sworn in by a clerk as chair of the Board of Supervisors.

Fairfield’s Roscoe Cooper III to lead Henrico Board of Supervisors in 2026

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In outlining his priorities for the year, Cooper said Henrico will continue to support investments in education as well as affordable homeownership, pedestrian safety and economic development.

“I’m filled with both excitement and humility, and a sense of duty as we embark on this journey together, continuing our collective efforts to make Henrico County an even better place to live, work, play and visit, and raise your family,” he said.

Tobacco and vap shop businesses in Henrico County that have been inspected.

Henrico Board of Supervisors adopts tighter regulations on vape shops

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New stores offering products defined as “recreational substances” would be allowed only in the B-3 Business and M-1 Industrial zoning districts and would also be required to receive a provisional use permit. That would require public hearings and approval from the Board of Supervisors.

In addition, such stores would not be allowed within 1,000 feet of a school or 2,000 feet of a religious institution, day care center, public park or existing store selling recreational substances.

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