Patrick County

02/25/2026

A Comprehensive Plan Community Input Session will be held on March 10th.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Patrick County invites community to participate in a community input session on the Comprehensive Plan update on March 10 at Patrick & Henry Community College - Stuart Site

Patrick County, VA: Patrick County is beginning a review and update of its Comprehensive Plan, the long‑range guide that shapes growth, development, and community priorities for the next 15–20 years. To ensure the plan reflects the values and vision of the people who call Patrick County home, county officials, in partnership with the West Piedmont Planning District Commission and the Patrick County Planning Commission, will host a community input session on Tuesday, March 10, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Community Room at the Patrick & Henry Community College Stuart site.

The drop‑in event is an opportunity for residents, business owners, and community groups to share their ideas for Patrick County’s future. Attendees will be invited to offer feedback on topics such as land use, economic opportunity, housing, transportation, outdoor recreation, and other priorities that will guide the development of the updated plan. Participants will also be able to speak directly with local officials and planning partners to help shape the county’s strategic direction.

“The Comprehensive Plan is our shared roadmap for the future,” said Sarah Wray of the Patrick County Planning Commission. “Input from the community is essential to making sure this plan truly reflects what residents want to see in the years ahead.”

Throughout the event, interactive stations and feedback tools will be available to allow participants to contribute in ways that are accessible and meaningful. The session is informal, and community members are welcome to drop in any time between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Work on the Comprehensive Plan will continue through 2026 and additional public input will be sought during that time. A full draft of the updated plan is expected to be completed by the end of 2026 for review by the Patrick County Board of Supervisors.

Event Details:
Community Input Session for Patrick County Comprehensive Plan Update
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM (drop‑in)
Community Room, Patrick & Henry Community College - Stuart Site

For more information about the Comprehensive Plan update or the upcoming input session, please contact Joe Bonanno with West Piedmont Planning District Commission at [email protected] or Sarah Wray, Patrick County Planning Commission at [email protected]; or visit the county’s official website and social media channels.

02/23/2026

Reminder: Citizen Learning Series will be held tomorrow at 5:30pm.

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Reminder: Patrick County Citizen Learning Series is scheduled for February 24th at 5:30pm. This is a great opportunity to learn more about some of Patrick County's committees, boards, commissions, authorities, and councils.

02/19/2026

Board of Supervisors will meet on Friday, February 20th.

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The Board of Supervisors will hold a Special Called Meeting on Friday, February 20th, at 6pm in the Patrick County Administration Building. The next meeting will be held on Monday, March 9th. The agenda can be found at: https://www.co.patrick.va.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02202026-446

02/19/2026

Patrick County administration will be discontinuing the use of this page. Please follow Patrick County, VA - Government to continue receiving updates.

We will continue sharing posts to this page through the end of February.

02/18/2026

It is with great pleasure that Patrick County Administration recognizes Christie Vernon as the January 2026 Employee of the Month.

Christie began her career in the Patrick County Department of Social Services in February 2006 as an TANF Eligibility Worker. In July of 2012, she became a Benefit Programs Specialist. Effective September 2019, Christie was promoted to Benefit Programs Supervisor, the position in which she currently serves.

Christie’s nomination is based on her exemplary job performance and dependability. According to Christie’s nominator, “she is a wonder. She has knowledge and is involved in every single program and process at Patrick County Social Services.” Christie supervises six benefit programs: Families and Children’s SNAP, Families and Children’s Medical, TANF, VIEW, Childcare, and IV-E Foster. She also helps with the supervision of the heating/cooling utility programs, Crisis, and PIPP.

In addition to her program supervision duties, Christie tracks and certifies employee timesheets, ensures DSS meets state voter guidelines, assists Foster Care and Child/Adult Protective Services, assists with purchase orders, provides information for budgets and board meetings, assists with new worker caseloads, and “countless other things as they occur.” Her nominator states, “Ask her and she knows or will find out.”

“Christie’s drive and dedication to providing an exemplary customer service experience for our clients is a major reason why Patrick County DSS is one of the best agencies in the Western Region for employees and for clients. To say that Christie is a valuable asset to this county is a severe understatement. She is our employee of the month, every month.”

Please join us in congratulating Christie Vernon for being recognized as Patrick County’s January 2026 Employee of the Month!

02/13/2026

Reminder: Patrick County Administration Offices will be closed on Monday, February 16.

02/13/2026

Virginia’s statewide burning law – which prohibits outdoor burning between midnight and 4 p.m. – is in effect from Feb. 15
through April 30.

Virginia’s spring fire season is here, officially Feb. 15 – April 30. During that time, the statewide burn law is in effect, which prohibits outdoor fires between midnight and 4 p.m. 🔥🚫

Don't be fooled by the snow! Most of Virginia is in a drought caused by months of below-average rainfall. Already this year, DOF has responded to 80 wildfires that have burned nearly 800 acres.

The best ways you can prevent wildfires:
🔥 Wait until after the fire season to burn yard debris
🔥 If you must burn, avoid windy days
🔥 Never leave a fire unattended
🔥 Know the state burn law and local restrictions

Get more tips, and learn about the 4 p.m. burning law on DOF’s website: https://ow.ly/3SsV50Yey8q

02/11/2026

📌Community Needs Assessment 📌

Patrick County residents are encouraged to fill out the Community Needs Assessment linked below.

The survey helps identify what services are needed most. Whether that’s healthcare, transportation, housing, mental health support, childcare, or other resources that affect daily life.

Survey Link:
https://redcap.vdh.virginia.gov/redcap/surveys/?s=X8R7NYFMD4PNP7YY

02/05/2026

02/05/2026: Due to inclement weather, the County Administration office, Treasurer’s office, Commissioner of the Revenue’s office, Transfer Station, and Animal Shelter will be closed on Thursday, February 5, 2026. We plan to open on a regular schedule Friday February 6, 2026.

02/05/2026

02/04/2026: Due to inclement weather, the County Administration office, Treasurer’s office, Commissioner of the Revenue’s office, Transfer Station, and Animal Shelter will open at 11am on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Wintery weather conditions will be reassessed on Thursday morning for any potential changes.

02/01/2026

Due to inclement weather, the County Administration office, Transfer Station, and Animal Shelter will be closed on Monday, February 2, 2026.

01/31/2026

Due to inclement weather, the Transfer Station and Animal Shelter will be closed on Saturday, January 31, 2026.