Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chesterfield County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in budget with critical priority
State Unfunded Mandates and Local Fiscal Impact
The state logs 840 mandates on localities; staff walked through the costliest — schools, CSA, elections, veterans tax relief ($29.2M now vs. $4.8M in 2001). The draft 2027 legislative program pushes the state to fund what it requires.
Data Centers Economic Impact and Tax Policy
County staff presented detailed findings on data center developments and proposed dedicating new tax revenues to lower the personal property tax rate on vehicles.
School Sales Tax Referendum
The board voted to ask the court for a November ballot referendum on a 1 percent local sales tax to fund school construction and major maintenance. This tax could raise up to $70 million annually and help accelerate six major school projects while providing property tax relief.
School Sales Tax Referendum
The board voted to ask the court for a November ballot referendum on a 1 percent local sales tax to fund school construction and major maintenance. This tax could raise up to $70 million annually and help accelerate six major school projects while providing property tax relief.