Board of Supervisors / Amherst County, Virginia

Board of Supervisors

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Mission

The mission of Amherst County's government is to nurture a vibrant and healthy community through transparent and fiscally responsible leadership and quality public services.

Vision

Amherst County will be the community of choice for people to live, work, play, and learn. It will be known for its safety, neighborly atmosphere, connectedness, its business, education, recreational opportunities, and passion for its natural beauty.

Values

The beauty of our natural environment
Safe and secure community, respectful of the Constitution
Neighborly atmosphere
Business, educational & recreational opportunities
Connectedness
Transparent, responsive, and participatory government
Fiscal responsibility
Efficient & effective public services

Goals

Broadband expansion
Residential growth in designated areas
Promote business growth & redevelopment
Promote tourism
Promote & protect County assets
Achieve education excellence
Recruit and retain high-quality staff
Increase citizen engagement

Meeting Schedule

All meetings of the County Board of Supervisors are held in the County Administrators Building at Second and Washington Street unless otherwise noted. Meetings are regularly held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The Board of Supervisors convenes at 3:00 p.m. at the first meeting of the month. The Board of Supervisors convenes at 7:00 p.m. at the second meeting of the month.

Agendas and Minutes

Agendas for meetings are posted on the county's home page three business days before the meeting. To view agendas, click HERE.

Board Members