Historic Boundary Adjustment Agreement Between Franklin County and Rocky Mount

*ROCKY MOUNT, Va.  - Franklin County and the Town of Rocky Mount reached "historic agreements" during a meeting on Tuesday night, with significant implications for both communities.*

The agreement includes a strategic boundary line adjustment, allowing Rocky Mount to expand its town limits on all four sides into Franklin County. This extension will incorporate over $150 million worth of land into the town, enhancing its growth potential.

In a move to support residents in the newly adjusted areas, the town will nearly double its wastewater capacity, which is expected to improve services, including the addition of trash pickup. Mayor Holland Perdue emphasized that most residents in the affected area already receive water services, making this expansion beneficial for local households.

As part of the agreement, Franklin County will make a one-time payment of $200,000 to Rocky Mount. This financial support aims to increase wastewater capacity to 700,000 gallons per day at Summer View Park, providing opportunities to attract new businesses to the region.

Further strengthening their partnership, Franklin County will provide $800,000 in funding to support the Rocky Mount Volunteer Fire Department. This contribution will cover over half of the costs associated with replacing equipment, including fire trucks over 25 years old, after 2031.

Mayor Perdue expressed pride in the collaborative effort, stating, "This was a global agreement that both sides came to the table, and it was voted unanimously by both sides. So, I think that speaks volumes to where we are."

The Town of Rocky Mount will conduct public advertising regarding the boundary line adjustment and hold a public hearing before making a final vote on the agreement. Updates on the hearing date will be provided as they become available.

Stay tuned for more developments on this important local story.