Public Notices/RFPs

In compliance with Section 53.1-120 of the Code of Virginia and amendments thereto, the Wythe County Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing to consider Amendment 2 to Ordinance No. 2002-2 entitled, “Courthouse Security Fee Ordinance of Wythe County, Virginia”. The Board of Supervisors will hear comments from citizens concerning the proposed amendment. 

The public hearing will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Wythe County Office Building, 340 South Sixth Street, Wytheville, Virginia. 

CLICK HERE to review a copy of the proposed amendment.

Last Updated: 20 May 2020

The Board of Supervisors will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. Due to the public health threat posed by the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, current guidance by the Governor of Virginia and the Virginia Department of Health on social distancing and public gatherings, the public is encouraged to participate in the meeting via virtual means rather than in–person.  If you would like to address the Board during Citizens’ Time, please contact the Clerk of the Board, Martha Collins, at 276-223-4500 or email comments to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The meeting will be broadcast live via the county’s official Facebook page (Facebook.com/WytheCo) as well as published onto YouTube afterwards. We appreciate your patience and understanding during these unprecedented times.

Last Updated: 11 May 2020

Pursuant to Section 58.1-3007 of the Code of Virginia and amendments thereto, the Wythe County Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing. The purpose of the public hearing is to give the citizens of Wythe County an opportunity to comment on the proposed tax levy for Calendar Year 2020.

The public hearing will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 340 South Sixth Street, Wytheville, Virginia, at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter practical. Due to the public health threat posed by the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, current guidance by the Governor of Virginia and the Virginia Department of Health on social distancing and public gatherings, the meeting will occur via electronic means or, if by physical attendance, the in-person gathering size shall be limited to ten (10) individuals, including board members and staff. The meeting will be streamed live via Internet and any Wythe County citizen wishing to speak may call 276-223-4504 prior to the meeting and provide their telephone number, and they will be called and allowed to provide comments via phone to the meeting in accordance with the Board of Supervisors Rules of Procedure. Any Wythe County citizen may also provide written comments prior to the meeting that will be entered into the official minutes of the Wythe County Board of Supervisors and summarized by the Chair or designee at the Board Meeting. Written comments may be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The proposed use of such taxes, when and if appropriated by the Wythe County Board of Supervisors, shall be to defray the County's charges incidental to or arising from the execution of lawful authority of the Board of Supervisors of Wythe County, Virginia.

¹Per $100.00 of fair market value; includes manufactured homes and public service corporations.
²Per $100.00 of fair market value located in Wythe County, Virginia on January 1, 2020.
³Per $100.00 of evaluation located in Wythe County, Virginia on January 1, 2020.

Last Updated: 01 May 2020

On Friday April 24, 2020, the Governor Postponed the May 5, 2020, Municipal Elections until May 19, 2020. Below are important dates regarding the Election:

The Virginia Department of Elections announced that all town voters may cast Absentee Ballots in the May 19th Town Elections. All voters are encouraged to request and vote an absentee ballot by mail. All eligible voters may request a ballot using Reason Code 2A, even if they do not suffer from an illness or disability.

To request an absentee ballot:

1.) Apply online using the Virginia Department of Elections Portal at: elections.virginia.gov

2.) CALL (276) 223-6038 or EMAIL This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to request an absentee application be sent to you.

3.) Important Dates: May 12, 2020 is the last day for the Registrar’s Office to receive an absentee ballot application by mail.

4.) The Registrar’s Office will be open on May 16, 2020 from 8:30 to 4:30 for curbside voting. Please call (276)223-6038 before coming to the office.

Please ensure that your application is complete. Absentee voters are reminded to allow sufficient time to receive and return your voted ballot, allowing for possible postal delays. Do not delay in requesting or submitting your ballot.

Wythe County Electoral Board & General Registrar
245 South Fourth Street, Suite 101
Wytheville, Virginia 24382
Telephone: (276) 223-6038
Fax: (276) 223-6039

Lennon E. Counts
General Registrar

Last Updated: 27 April 2020