Government
Open government, built for people.
Alleghany County is governed by an elected seven-member Board of Supervisors. Day-to-day operations run through the County Administrator and a small set of department heads who answer the phone.
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How the County is run.
01
County Administrator
Carries out Board policy and oversees County operations day-to-day.
02
Board of Supervisors
Seven members, one per district. Sets policy and adopts the budget.
03
Planning Commission
Reviews zoning, subdivisions, and the comprehensive plan.
04
Board of Zoning Appeals
Hears appeals and special exception requests.
05
Public Service Authority
Operates County water and sewer systems.
06
Boards & Commissions
Citizen volunteers serving on dozens of advisory bodies.
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Open, accessible, and accountable.
Every regular Board meeting is public. Agendas post the Friday before, minutes are published after, and the County Code is online.
- Regular Board meetings on the third Tuesday at 7:00 PM
- Work sessions on the first Tuesday
- Agendas posted online by the prior Friday
- Minutes published within two weeks of each meeting
Want to get involved? Volunteer for a board.
Citizen volunteers shape the future of the County. Openings are posted year-round.