in identified capital needs
ACPS has documented more than $500 million in school facility needs. That is a needs inventory, not a promise that every project will be built.
A vote about our community's future
For their future.
For Albemarle's.
Strong communities take care of the places where children learn. Albemarle has documented major needs in its school buildings, and the November referendum offers a dedicated way to invest in them.
Family Council supports the referendum and expects clear priorities, responsible spending, and public accountability.
See when and how to voteYour 2026 voting dates
Official voting information ↗Early in-person votingSept 18 - Oct 31Check County locations and hours.
Registration / mail ballot requestsOctober 23Regular registration deadline; mail requests due by 5 p.m.
Election DayNovember 3Polls open 6 a.m.-7 p.m.
After October 23, in-person registration with provisional voting remains available through Election Day. Always confirm details with the County or Virginia Department of Elections.
Why this matters
Schools are community infrastructure.
You do not need to follow school policy or have a child in ACPS to have a stake in this. Public schools are part of the places we share, the services families rely on, and the future Albemarle is building.
facilities are 50+ years old
Many school buildings have served Albemarle for generations and need continued investment to serve the next one.
documented access challenges
A 2025 assessment identified barriers ranging from major access issues to smaller corrections.
A strong community maintains what it has, plans for growth, and makes room for the people who come next.
This referendum is one tool for doing that. It would create a dedicated local source of school-capital funding through June 30, 2046.
The tax is a real household cost. It applies to eligible purchases, while qualifying groceries for home consumption and essential hygiene products are exempt.
You can support investment in the community and still ask hard questions about priorities, leadership, and how the money is spent.
Support + accountability
A yes vote should not mean a blank check.
Family Council's position is simple: address documented needs, and make the public able to see what happens next.
Clear prioritiesWhich projects come first, and why?
Transparent spendingHow much is raised, committed, and spent?
Visible progressWhat has been promised, started, and completed?
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This is ultimately a community decision. Read the proposal, decide what matters to you, and make sure your voice is counted.