Augusta County Board of Supervisors Holds Special Meeting for Public Input

The Augusta County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting on April 15, 2026, to review the fiscal year 2027 budget and discuss proposed changes to real estate and personal property tax rates for 2026.

According to reporting from WHSV, the board is proposing that the real estate tax rate remain unchanged at $0.52 per $100 of assessed value.

However, the board is considering an increase in personal property taxes. Proposed rates for these taxes would rise from a minimum of $0.05 per $100 to $0.15 per $100.

Proposed Personal Property Tax Breakdown

The proposed tax increases are divided based on the type of property being taxed.

• A $0.05 personal property tax increase would apply to motorcycles, trailers, boats, campers, and automobiles.
• A $0.15 increase would be applied to business property, specifically including tools, machinery, trailers, and large trucks.

Funding Objectives

The Board of Supervisors indicated that the tax increases are intended to help the county meet its revenue goals within the fiscal year plan.

Specifically, the additional funds are designated to support a 3% pay raise for employees of the Augusta County Public Schools. The revenue is also intended to fund the county’s Fire-Rescue plan.

Public Response

During the public hearing, residents expressed concerns regarding the financial impact of the proposed increases.

Susan Peters, a resident of Churchville, told the Board of Supervisors, Augusta County is a great place to live but don’t chase us out of our home just because they want more taxes, there’s gotta be another way we can look into that.

Next Steps

The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to consider the proposed tax changes during their regular meeting on April 22, 2026, to determine if the increases will be implemented to meet revenue goals.