Team Orange:
• Public Safety Employee “ Career Step ” and Wellness Program • Support for School Budget including: • Additional 1% (above 3% raise) for Teachers • Additional capital for targeted repairs
When we published OCI last month, the State ’ s budget was tied up in a political battle between the Governor and the
General Assembly. As has been the “ Virginia Way ” for as long as I can remember, things worked out, and I ’ m pleased to share that the budget for the Commonwealth was signed into law earlier this week. What this means for Orange County is that our local budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1st, which was built on many assumptions in the State budget, can proceed as adopted by the Board of Supervisors on April 23rd.
*Exception to this is a re - established aircraft tax in fairness to other recreational vehicle owners.
Also approved in the budget are the following new positions: Assistant Registrar, Capital Project Coordinator, Building Inspector, FT Grounds Maintenance Technician, Youth Services Librarian, DSS Benefits Program Specialist, DSS Program Coordinator, IT Help Desk Specialist. I want to thank the Board for its hard work in finalizing this spending plan that meets the needs of our community, supports our employees, and advances numerous projects and priorities. Additionally, thanks to Glenda, Stephanie, and all department heads and key assistants that helped bring this budget development process to a successful conclusion.
Here are some of the key takeaways for employees and taxpayers:
Board of Supervisors Priorities include:
No tax Increases*
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• Plan for New Fire/Rescue Station In Unionville • Plan for New Community Center/Gym • Continuation of New Real Estate Assessment Department • Bring County Attorney Function “ In - house ” • Employee raises of 3% (of range midpoint), effective July 1st • No increases in Health Insurance Premiums
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