The Southeastern Public Service Authority board said Dec. 10 that it found Executive Director Dennis Bagley’s 2025 performance “outstanding” and approved a compensation package to reflect the year’s work.

Following a closed session for Bagley’s annual performance review (citing Virginia Code § 2.2-3711(a)(1)), the board moved in open session to increase Bagley’s base salary to $212,000 per year, award a $10,000 bonus and raise his annual vehicle/car allowance from $7,000 to $9,000, effective Jan. 1, 2026. The motion was made, seconded and approved by voice vote with no recorded opposition.

Chair Turner summarized accomplishments the board attributed to Bagley’s leadership: obtaining permits for the facility expansions described as Veil/Cell 8 and 9, advancing construction of Cell 7, and completing the request‑for‑proposal process and agreements that enabled an alternative waste disposal (AWD) contract. “The executive director owns most of that success,” the chair said during open-session remarks summarizing the closed-session review.

Bagley thanked staff and said the results reflect team work. He also asked the board to consider similar recognition for senior staff, noting that his team received a smaller, 1.5 percent adjustment earlier in the year and suggesting leadership should be able to provide additional raises to key employees.

The board’s action concluded the formal portion of the annual review. No litigation, termination or disciplinary actions were reported during the closed session, and the board certified that only matters lawfully exempt under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act were discussed.

What’s next: The salary changes take effect Jan. 1, 2026. Bagley said staff compensation will remain a consideration in next year’s budget and annual salary process.