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Tangier Island Faces Financial Reckoning After Years of Quiet Crisis

A recent Fiscal Distress Report reveals that Tangier Island, designated a fiscally distressed locality in 2025, faces severe financial mismanagement due to years of accumulated weak practices and limited resources. The town’s recovery will require external support, improved financial oversight, and community engagement to address its significant challenges moving forward.

Notice of public meeting

Notice of public town meeting When: Thursday, March 26, 2026 Where: Benson Educational Building, 16152 Main Ridge Rd., Tangier, VA 23440 Time: 1 p.m. The Berkley Group will present their findings from their investigation into the Town of Tangier’s finances. They will also provide the town with solutions moving forward. Also present at the meetingContinueContinue reading “Notice of public meeting”

Tanger Town Council Minutes from Jan. 23, 2026

Tangier Town Council MinutesThe minutes below are APPROVED, as voted on at the meeting, on February 27th, 2026Meeting Date: January 23rd, 2026Meeting Location: Tangier Combined SchoolCouncil Members Present: Beth Thomas, Vice Mayor Tommy Eskridge Anna Parks Tracy Pruitt Kelly Wheatley Normand St. Pierre Mayor James Ooker Eskridge Approximately twenty-five adult members of the community wereContinueContinue reading “Tanger Town Council Minutes from Jan. 23, 2026”

Tangier Town Council Agenda, Jan. 23, 2026

Call to Order Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Welcome by Mayor Eskridge Adoption of the Agenda Approval of the Minutes Town items to be presented – Norm Revised FY26 Budget Motion/Resolution for Town trash collection Motion/Resolution to abolish Town Meal Tax Motion to turn uncollected taxes (year 2024 and prior) to attorney Jason Dunn Motion/Resolution onContinueContinue reading “Tangier Town Council Agenda, Jan. 23, 2026”

Tangier Town Council Minutes, Sept. 17, 2025

The Tangier Town Council meeting on September 17, 2025, focused on budget approvals, community support endeavors, and plans for contracting grass cutting services. Key topics included financial updates on the General Fund and Wastewater Treatment Plant, site visits for funding opportunities, and a new tourist attraction proposal. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

Tangier Council Reviews Finances, Projects at August Meeting

The Tangier Town Council met on August 22, 2025, discussing community involvement, financial reports revealing declining funds, and ongoing projects funded by grants. Residents raised concerns regarding emergency access, fire hydrant repairs, and tourism initiatives like a Halloween festival. Future meetings aim to address these issues and the town’s financial status.

Tangier Council Approves FY 2025-26 Budget After Special Session

The Tangier Town Council approved a $1.18 million budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, aiming to address past financial losses. Key operations include the General Fund, Fuel Dock, and Water, Sewer & Trash services. Concerns over delinquent taxes and potential tax increases were discussed, with hopes for improved finances next year.

Tangier Town Council Meeting Agenda for Sept, 17, 2025

Agenda Call to Order Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Welcome by Mayor Eskridge Adoption of the Agenda Approval of the Minutes Revision of Job Description for Town Employees and Budget Update – Norm Review of Site Visit of APA Team Financial Reports: General Fund – Tracy WWTP – Kelly Fuel Dock and DEQ Project -Tommy PublicContinueContinue reading “Tangier Town Council Meeting Agenda for Sept, 17, 2025”