Albemarle public meetings in 2021
37 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on a rezoning proposal for the Rio Point development and a special use permit for an Education Transformation Center in Earlysville. The meeting also includes presentations on annual financial reports and a work session regarding a five-year financial plan.
- Rezoning of 27.31 acres at 878 E. Rio Road for up to 328 residential units
- Special use permit request for private school uses at 2001 Earlysville Rd
- Ordinance amendments regarding fireworks and fire rescue fee schedules
- Presentation of the FY 21 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
- Work session on a five-year financial plan
Board of Supervisors
The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several ordinances, including $3,000 bonuses for police and fire rescue employees. The agenda also includes discussions on budget amendments and changes to transient occupancy tax collection. Additionally, the Board will consider updates to agricultural districts and zoning special exception procedures.
- $3,000 bonuses for eligible police and fire rescue employees
- FY 2022 budget amendment and appropriations
- Changes to transient occupancy tax collection and remittance
- Amendments to Glen Oaks, Free Union, and Blue Run Agricultural and Forestal Districts
- Updates to zoning special exception procedures
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Legislative Program. The meeting also includes a presentation on Albemarle County's 2022 legislative priorities.
- Thomas Jefferson Planning District (TJPD) Legislative Program
- Albemarle County 2022 Legislative Priorities (Item 21-5314)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors and Scottsville Town Council will hold a joint meeting. The agenda includes a presentation regarding the County Comprehensive Plan Project and a round table discussion.
- County Comprehensive Plan Project presentation (21-4243)
- Round table discussion between Town Council and Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on special use permit requests for a solar facility at Ivy Landfill and expansions to Claudius Crozet Park. The meeting also includes consideration of ordinances regarding taxation and bonuses for police and fire rescue employees.
- Public hearing for Ivy Landfill Solar Facilities electrical generation facility
- Public hearing for fitness center and pool expansion at Claudius Crozet Park
- Ordinance to approve bonuses for police and fire rescue employees
- Ordinance to amend County Code Chapter 15, Taxation
- Special use permit amendment for Field School of Charlottesville
Board of Supervisors
This closed meeting is for the Board of Supervisors to discuss and consider the appointment of the County Attorney. The session was held electronically in compliance with COVID-19 continuity ordinances.
- Appointment of the County Attorney
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a proposed $0.02 per cigarette tax and amendments to the Crozet Master Plan. They will also conduct a joint work session with the School Board regarding the FY 23 - FY 27 Capital Improvement Plan. Additionally, the Board will review a special use permit expansion for a day camp on Batesville Road.
- Proposed ordinance to implement a $0.02 per cigarette tax
- Special Use Permit expansion for a day camp at 7181 Batesville Road
- Amendments to the Crozet Master Plan regarding land use and transportation
- Joint work session on the FY 23 - FY 27 Capital Improvement Plan
- Ordinance amendments regarding road naming and property numbering
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a joint work session with the Economic Development Authority to review Project ENABLE. Discussions include EDA control of land and existing building reuse grants. The Board will also consider performance agreements for the Commonwealth and Local Development Opportunity Fund.
- Project ENABLE review (Item 21-4952)
- EDA control of land discussion
- Existing Building Reuse Grant discussion
- Commonwealth and Local Development Opportunity Fund performance agreements (Item 21-4845)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a work session featuring two presentations. These include a progress report on the FY20-22 Strategic Plan and Phase I of the Rio Road Corridor Study.
- FY20-22 Strategic Plan Progress Report
- Rio Road Corridor Study, Phase I
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a rezoning request for approximately 75.6 acres in the Scottsville District to allow for 80 residential units. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding budget amendments and changes to property tax due dates.
- Rezoning of 75.6 acres at Breezy Hill for up to 80 residential units
- Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Amendment and Appropriations
- Ordinance to change property tax and vehicle license tax due dates
- Ordinance to waive 2021 late filing fees for revalidation forms
Board of Supervisors
This is an adjourned closed meeting of the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors. The board will discuss the annual performance of the Clerk and the County Attorney. They will also consider the appointment of a successor for the County Attorney following a pending retirement in 2022.
- Annual performance review of the Clerk
- Annual performance review of the County Attorney
- Appointment of the County Attorney's successor
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on a proposal to rezone land for the RST Residences project to allow up to 332 apartments and townhouses. They will also consider a special use permit for a natural burial ground at Panorama Farms. The meeting includes updates on Southwood Phase 1 and COVID-19.
- Rezoning request for RST Residences to allow up to 332 residential units
- Special use permit for a natural burial ground at Panorama Farms
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2021 Appropriations
- Public hearing for an ordinance to implement a cigarette tax
- Maintenance agreement for Brookhill Pedestrian Tunnel
Board of Supervisors
The Board will also hold hearings on a proposed noise ordinance and the formation of a regional cigarette tax board. Additionally, members will discuss updates to Agricultural and Forestal Districts and zoning for the Rio29 area.
- Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Amendment and Appropriations
- Proposed Rio29 Form-Based Code Overlay District zoning amendment
- Ordinance to amend noise regulations regarding loud explosive devices
- Formation of a Regional Cigarette Tax Board
- Amendments to Agricultural and Forestal Districts (AFDs)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a proposed firearms ordinance and an update on American Rescue Plan Act funds. The meeting also includes a work session regarding the Homestay Program and consideration of a special exception for Tranquil Cottage.
- Proposed Firearms Ordinance
- Homestay Special Exception for Tranquil Cottage
- Zoning Text Amendment for Bonus Density Improvements
- Walnut Creek Park Wireless Service Facility permit application
- American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding update
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on the FY 2022 budget amendment and updates to vehicle tax codes. The agenda also includes a draft plan review for the Crozet Master Plan and special use permit requests for MonU Park and Blue Ridge Swim Club.
- Public hearing: FY 2022 Budget Amendment and Appropriations
- MonU Park: Request to increase soccer fields from 4 to 7
- Blue Ridge Swim Club: Request for additional facilities and expanded hours
- Ordinance: Relocating vehicle license provisions to the taxation chapter
- Ordinance: Reorganizing the Motor Vehicles and Traffic chapter
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings regarding a new firearms ordinance and the Jefferson Mill Hydroelectric Project. The agenda also includes consideration of a homestay special exception and a zoning text amendment. Quarterly reports from regional water and service authorities are also scheduled.
- Public hearing for the Jefferson Mill Hydroelectric Project on Hardware River
- Proposed ordinance prohibiting firearms in County buildings, parks, and recreation centers
- Action item regarding a homestay special exception (Euans)
- Zoning text amendment to clarify Board authority over special exceptions
- Critical slopes waiver for VPM Media Corp Tower at Carters Mountain
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the FY 2022 budget amendment and several land use requests. The meeting also includes discussions on 2022 legislative priorities and quarterly transportation reports.
- Public hearing for FY 2022 Budget Amendment and Appropriations
- Special Use Permit request for St. John Family Life and Fitness Center
- Proposed designation of Routes 240 & 810 as Virginia Byways
- Homestay Special Exception at Stony Point
- Christian Aid Mission Special Exception for Disturbance of Critical Slopes
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on the Midway Solar Project and proposed changes to the Housing Albemarle plan. Members will also consider an ordinance to increase Board of Supervisors compensation by 2%. A work session is scheduled to discuss ARPA funds.
- Midway Solar Project: Proposed 8MW solar and 4MW battery facility near Craigs Store Road
- Housing Albemarle: Amendments to the County Comprehensive Plan regarding housing programs
- Board Compensation: Ordinance to increase Board pay from $16,972.00 to $17,311.00 per annum
- ARPA Funds: Work session on Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
- Firearms Ordinance: Request to set a public hearing for amendments to Chapter 10
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on the FY 2021 Budget Amendment and proposed changes to zoning text and map amendments. They are also considering utility easements for water, sewer, and cable lines. Additionally, the meeting includes a report from Shenandoah National Park.
- FY 2021 Budget Amendment public hearing
- Proposed updates to Zoning Text and Map Amendments
- Virginia Community Development Block Grant funding discussion
- Water and sewer line easement at 999 Rio Road East
- FY 2022 Resolution of Appropriations
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding the VDOT/Albemarle County FY 22–27 Secondary Six-Year Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on county debt financing and the repeal of a COVID-19 emergency ordinance. Additionally, the Board will consider special exceptions for La Fourche and Ivy Proper.
- Public hearing for VDOT/Albemarle County FY 22–27 Secondary Six-Year Plan
- Repeal of Emergency Ordinance No. 21-E(1) regarding COVID-19
- Special exception for Homestay at La Fourche
- Special exception for Ivy Proper regarding critical slopes
- Proposed 2% increase in Board of Supervisors compensation
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will vote on 2021 tax rates and the adoption of the fiscal year 2022 budget. The meeting includes public hearings regarding lease amendments for Old Crozet Elementary School and the Crozet Library. Additionally, the Board will consider an emergency ordinance related to COVID-19.
- Approval of 2021 tax rates and adoption of the FY 2022 operating and capital budget
- Emergency ordinance amendment regarding COVID-19
- Public hearing on Field School’s lease of outdoor space at Old Crozet Elementary School
- Public hearing on Crozet Sports Community Foundation lease for part of the Crozet Library
- Public hearing for FY 2021 budget amendment and appropriations
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding public hearings to receive comments on the proposed FY 2021-2022 operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes a hearing regarding Calendar Year 2021 tax rates.
- Public hearing for FY 2021-2022 Proposed Operating and Capital Budgets (21-2792)
- Public hearing for Calendar Year 2021 Tax Rates (21-2803)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on proposed fee increases for building, subdivision, and zoning services. The meeting also includes a proposal from Rappahannock Electric Cooperative to extend power line poles along Route 29. Additionally, the board will review updates to water protection and stream buffer regulations.
- Proposed increase of up to 10.05% for building, subdivision, and zoning fees
- Proposal by Rappahannock Electric Cooperative to install taller power line poles along Route 29
- Amendments to the Water Protection Ordinance regarding stream buffer regulations
- Updates to WillowTree Virginia Jobs Investment Program Match Grant Funding Agreement
- Closed meeting discussion regarding litigation involving the Scottsville Volunteer Rescue Squad
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on a one-time employee bonus and the FY 2021 budget amendment. Additionally, members will discuss the Crozet Master Plan update and review quarterly transportation reports.
- One-time monetary bonus for eligible employees ($1,000 or $750)
- FY 2021 Budget Amendment and Appropriations
- Crozet Master Plan Update - Draft Land Use Chapter
- Homestay Special Exception at Warren Mill
- Ordinance to amend alcoholic beverage license application deadlines
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a budget work session regarding Federal American Rescue Plan funding. The meeting is being conducted electronically in compliance with COVID-19 continuity ordinances. Other agenda items include committee reports and a report from the County Executive.
- Work Session: Federal American Rescue Plan Funding (21-2492)
- Committee Reports
- County Executive Report
Board of Supervisors
This budget work session includes an update on potential taxes for the sale or use of cigarettes. The Board will also conduct a work session regarding regional transit options.
- Update on potential tax upon the sale or use of cigarettes
- Department of Voter Registration and Elections item
- Transit work session involving CAT, JAUNT, Inc., and Regional Transit Partnership
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding its third budget work session to review the FY 2021-2022 operating and capital budgets. The session includes a Fire Rescue overview and a review of board list items. The Board will also finalize the tax rate for advertising and approve the proposed budget for advertising.
- Fire Rescue overview
- Review of Board 'List' Items
- Finalize Tax Rate for Advertising
- Approval of FY 22 Proposed Budget for Advertising
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to the County's Housing Policy and the creation of a Rio29 Form-Based Code overlay district. The meeting also includes a work session on the Comprehensive Plan update and a report on CARES Coronavirus Relief Funding.
- Proposed Rio29 Form-Based Code overlay district near Rio Road and U.S. Route 29
- Amendments to the Albemarle County Housing Policy
- Draft scope of work for the Comprehensive Plan Update
- CARES Coronavirus Relief Funding (CRF) report
- Approval of FY 2021 Appropriations
Board of Supervisors
The Board is conducting a work session to review the FY 2021-2022 Operating and Capital Budget. The session includes discussions on school division requests, the capital improvement program, and debt management. This meeting is being held electronically in compliance with COVID-19 continuity ordinances.
- School Division Request review
- Capital Improvement Program discussion
- Debt Management review
- Review of Non/Departmental and Other Funds
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting a work session to review the FY 2021-2022 operating and capital budget. The session includes an overview of revenues, expenditures, and various departmental budgets.
- Review of revenues and expenditures
- Departmental budget reviews including Public Safety and Public Works
- Review of Health and Welfare and Community Development budgets
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the County Executive’s Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2021/2022. The proposed budget includes a real estate tax rate of 85.4 cents per $100 of assessed value. The meeting also features a discussion on community development fees and a quarterly report from the School Board.
- Public hearing for the FY 2021/2022 Recommended Budget
- Proposed real estate tax rate of 85.4 cents per $100
- Discussion on Community Development Fees Review
- Presentation of the Albemarle County School Board quarterly report
- Scheduling a public hearing for Water Protection Ordinance - Phase 1
Board of Supervisors
County Executive Jeff Richardson will present the recommended FY 2021-2022 budget to the Board of Supervisors. The meeting also includes reports on matters not listed on the agenda and an adjournment to March 3, 2021.
- Presentation of the FY 2021-2022 Recommended Budget
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone the Premier Circle property to allow up to 140 dwelling units and various commercial uses. The meeting also includes a review of the CARES Coronavirus Relief Fund final report and potential uses for pandemic response reserves.
- Rezoning request for 3.748 acres at 405 Premier Circle to allow mixed-use development
- Memorandum of Understanding regarding equity and inclusion between Charlottesville, Albemarle County, and UVA
- Review of CARES Coronavirus Relief Fund final report and potential use of pandemic response reserves
- Special exception request for a homestay at 126 Fontana Court
- Approval of the Fiscal Year 2021 Virginia Department of Health Local Government Agreement
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings for an expansion of the Animal Wellness Center in Crozet and an amendment to county smoking regulations. Members will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan update and the Rio Road Corridor Plan. The Board is also scheduled to approve FY 2021 Appropriations.
- Special use permit for Animal Wellness Center expansion at 1100 Crozet Avenue
- Ordinance amendment regarding smoking regulations in restaurants
- Approval of FY 2021 Appropriations
- Revitalization Area Designation for Southwood Blocks 11 & 12
- Non-Arterial Entrance Corridors action item
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors and School Board are holding a joint work session to discuss the financial outlook, including local and state funding. The meeting also covers compensation considerations and health insurance projections.
- Financial Outlook Framework regarding local and state funding
- Health Insurance Projections Update
- Workforce stabilization recommendations for county and school staffs
- Closed meeting discussion on property acquisition for the Scottsville District trail system
- Closed meeting discussion on property disposition in White Hall district
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding the FY 2021 budget amendment and updates to industrial zoning regulations. Additionally, members will discuss changes to tax payment deadlines and review the 2021 real estate reassessment.
- Public hearing for FY 2021 Budget Amendment
- Proposed ordinance for outdoor storage and activities in industrial districts
- Ordinance to change the first installment tax due date to June 25, 2021
- Presentation on the 2021 Real Estate Reassessment
- Milton Ridge Homestay Special Exception application
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold its annual organization meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and adopt operating guidelines. Public hearings are scheduled for an auto dealership special use permit and the re-adoption of COVID-19 restrictions. The board will also consider agricultural district reviews and a food pantry lease agreement.
- Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
- 1680 Seminole Trail auto dealership outdoor sales/storage permit
- Re-adoption of COVID-19 ordinance regarding face coverings and capacity limits
- Review of Batesville and High Mowing Agricultural and Forestal Districts
- Lease agreement for B. F. Yancey Community Food Pantry