Floyd County Government
News about Floyd County Virginia's board of supervisors, county offices, and administration.
NOTICE: Public Hearing for County Budget to be held May 26
A public hearing concerning the proposed FY27 annual budget will be held at the County Administration office, 202 E. Main Street, 2nd floor, Floyd, on May 26, at 6:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible.
Community calls out 'blanket apology' for 'demeaning, insulting' comments by Chairman
Karen Baker, leader of the Democratic Party of Floyd County, said Turman effectively “otherized” an entire demographic. “What you did was create a situation [that said], ‘here it’s okay because our women are okay, but those other women are not okay..."
Grant funding to target utilities improvements, including PSA and workforce housing efforts
Economic and Community Development Director Lydeana Martin explained that the grant funds will be used to make improvements to utilities in order to make workforce housing development possible.
Chairman responds to backlash for comments made about women in power: ‘This has been a big learning experience for me’
On social media, Turman’s comments were called sexist and misogynistic. One community member said Turman “should be removed from office immediately.” Other community members, including former Delegate Marie March, voiced their support of Turman.
Town votes to participate in grant for new PSA well
The grant application was adjusted to $690,000 and the 20% match from the Town would be $140,000 for one water well to be drilled.
PUBLIC HEARING: Floyd County Six-Year Road Plan
Copies of the proposed Plan and Budget may be reviewed at the Floyd County Government Building and at the Christiansburg Residency of the Virginia Department of Transportation, located at 105 Cambria St., Christiansburg.