The Northumberland Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting on April 25, 2025, to address ongoing financial issues and concerns regarding the local school board's handling of funds. The meeting featured a series of discussions that highlighted communication breakdowns and accountability issues among the finance department and school administration.

The meeting began with comments from board members expressing frustration over the lack of transparency regarding financial reconciliations. Two finance staff members, Shannon and another unnamed individual, clarified that they were unaware of significant financial discrepancies until recently. They emphasized that they had been processing invoices and payroll without prior knowledge of the issues, which had come to light only when they submitted payroll to the treasurer's office.

A board member raised concerns about the Virginia State Police investigation into the financial matters, questioning what the public could expect from the inquiry. The board acknowledged the separation of responsibilities between the school board and the county, reiterating that the school board is accountable for its financial decisions and personnel matters.

The discussion turned heated as members expressed outrage over the perceived lack of accountability from the school board. One member suggested that the school board was holding taxpayers "hostage" due to the financial mismanagement. The board also discussed the formation of a joint finance committee, which had seen limited participation from the school board, raising further concerns about collaboration and oversight.

Superintendent Dr. Wargo addressed the board, expressing her distress over the situation and the impact it had on her personally. She requested civility and support from the board as she navigated the challenges stemming from her father's recent passing and the ongoing financial crisis.

The meeting concluded with a call for continued dialogue and cooperation between the county and school board to resolve the financial issues and restore public trust. The board plans to hold further discussions with the Virginia State Police to determine the next steps in the investigation and address the community's concerns.