VACo has released its 2026 Preliminary Legislative Program, which was drafted through VACo’s steering committee process. The document includes a host of important and timely proposed policy statements including language pertaining to K-12 education funding,
VACo has released its 2026 Preliminary Legislative Program, which was drafted through VACo’s steering committee process. The document includes a host of important and timely proposed policy statements including language pertaining to K-12 education funding,
The House Appropriations and Senate Finance Committees held their annual pre-General Assembly session retreats this week. These meetings are an opportunity for committee members to
Ornament submitted by Linda W. Clark | Lunenburg County VACo is working with the Executive Mansion for the second year in a row to decorate
From Left to Right – Laura Sellers, Stafford County | Meg Bohmke, Stafford County | Rick Blevins, Smyth County | James M. Griffith, Alleghany County
Iron Mine Hollow | Milepost 96.2 | Elevation: 2364 feet Long range views abound from this overlook into the valley below. This area was prospected
Counties fiscally constrained amid rising service mandates States increasingly limit counties’ capacity to raise adequate revenue to fund their activities. At the same time, state
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What will the Presidential Election mean to the Commonwealth and her Counties? Join the discussion with Dr. Quentin Kidd (pictured), Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education,
It’s almost here! VACo’s 82nd Annual Conference is next week, and we hope you’re ready! Virginia Certified County Supervisors’ Alumni Education Program Are you a
The Governor’s Children’s Cabinet, which was created by Executive Order 21 in 2014, held a forum for stakeholders on October 24 in connection with the
The IRS announced on October 27 that the limit on elective deferral for contributions to 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans and most 457 plans, as well
Overlooking the New River, Shot Tower was built more than 200 years ago to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers. Lead from
The Executive Mansion contacted VACo this past summer requesting our assistance in asking counties to participate in the Executive Mansion Holiday Tree decorating for the
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