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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lynchburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
FY 2026/FY 2027 budget adjustments
The city is amending its FY 2026 budget mid-year, adding about $18.7 million in spending across funds — largely grant-funded, with $628,050 drawn from the contingency reserve and $500,000 toward legal fees and settlements. The ordinance goes to City Council on May 12 after a public hearing.
Elected school board authority request
Council split 4-3 on asking the General Assembly for authority to establish an elected school board, with supporters saying parents deserve direct control and opponents warning against politicizing school board seats.
$90.5 Million Bond Anticipation Note
The city is borrowing via a line of credit from Truist to fund current and future projects, with $350,000 set aside just for issuance costs.
Elderly and disabled real estate tax relief expansion
The income cap keeping seniors out of the tax relief program is gone — the limit now rises with Social Security, helping about 575 families on fixed incomes.