GLOUCESTER
COUNTY
Virginia
FY2027 Budget Process Underway
The County’s FY2027 Budget Process is underway! The County wants to hear from you!
Here are some highlights:
The FY27 budget requests total $96,056,534, while projected revenues total $89,524,756. This leaves an operating budget gap of $6,531,778.
A 2.8% COLA (partially state funded) was proposed along with adjusting County step to 1% (from 0.66) for all County staff.
Health insurance will likely increase over 10%.
The School Division is seeking an additional $2.9 million in local funds above what is currently being provided by the County.
Potential revenue opportunities were presented, including a potential cigarette tax; potential boat tax/fee; potential meals tax increase; potential increases in fees related to building permits; a potential personal property tax rate increase; and a potential real estate tax rate increase. Total potential revenues of implementing these opportunities would total $2,159,124+.
Drought Warning Advisory in Effect
This advisory is meant to keep people aware of climate conditions, and prepare them to conserve water in case a severe drought sets in.
What does it mean practically? To put it bluntly: it's dry out there.
There are increased fire risks.
Soil moisture conditions are much below normal statewide, and groundwater levels have declined.
Agricultural impacts are widespread throughout Virginia (farmers may become eligible for Farm Service Agency emergency loans)
Most of the Commonwealth is forecasted to see less than a tenth of an inch of rain in the next week.
You can track drought conditions on the DEQ website: https://www.deq.virginia.gov/water/water-quantity/drought
Individual private well users, particularly those who rely on shallow water table wells, may benefit the most from paying attention to drought conditions and conserving water early.
Secondhand Saturdays are Back!
Continuing through April, join us every Saturday in April for Secondhand Saturdays and explore Gloucester’s unique secondhand shops.
- Discover one-of-a-kind treasures
- Support local businesses
- Embrace reuse and sustainability
Whether you're searching for a hidden gem, decorating on a budget, or just love the thrill of the find—this is your time!
Check out our blog at VisitGloucesterVA.org for participating locations.
Let the treasure hunt begin!
Livestream our Public Access Channel 48
Exciting news! We are pleased to be able to livestream our main Public Access Channel 48 once again from the County’s website.
From Board of Supervisors to Planning Commission meetings to special videos about our government departments, and more, learn about your local government at work!
Gloucester County is home to a vibrant community hosting vast amounts of exciting events and gatherings. Check them out on our Beeline Community Calendar. Have your own event you would like listed? Submit your event details here for review and possible inclusion!
Check out the full calendar of upcoming meetings. Includes Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, and other scheduled meetings of local boards and commissions.