Franklin County Board of Supervisors Sets Agenda for March 24 Meetings

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The Franklin County Board of Supervisors will hold both a regular session and a special session on Tuesday, March 24 at the courthouse in Hampton. The regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. will include board committee updates, drainage discussions, and public hearings on a proposed budget amendment and an urban renewal loan agreement. Later in the day, the board will reconvene for a special session at 1 p.m. to hold a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2027 property tax levy.

Why it matters

As the governing body for Franklin County, the Board of Supervisors plays a crucial role in setting policies, approving budgets, and addressing key issues that impact local residents and businesses. These meetings provide an opportunity for public input and transparency around the county's decision-making process.

The details

The regular meeting agenda includes updates from board committees, discussions around drainage and the conditional use permit approval process, as well as consideration of multiple utility permit requests for fiber optic projects. The board will also hold public hearings on a proposed amendment to the fiscal year 2026 county budget and a proposal to enter into a general obligation urban renewal loan agreement. Additionally, the supervisors plan to consider a proclamation recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month.

• The regular meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
• The special session is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

What’s next

The board will hold the public hearings and consider the various agenda items during the March 24 meetings. The outcomes of these discussions and decisions will shape the county's policies and budget for the coming fiscal year.