Virginia code allows for localities to have elected school boards who can set their own policy, but any decisions on spending for new schools are actually made by other officials chosen by voters.
Government activities in Albemarle County including spending are guided by a strategic plan adopted by the Board of Supervisors in October 2022. There are six goals in all according to Andy Bowman, Albemarle’s Deputy Chief Financial Officer.
“Education and Learning is one of six and it’s also the largest component of the county’s debt service and capital budget,” Bowman said…