Appomattox County public meetings in 2021
26 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a recommended redistricting plan and discuss updates to the Emergency Operations Plan. The meeting includes several committee reappointments and a request for the county to act as a fiscal agent for town utility relief funds.
- Proposed 'Option 6' redistricting plan for local election districts
- MOU for $12,978.84 in COVID-19 Municipal Utility Relief Program funds for the Town of Appomattox
- Adoption of the updated 2021 Emergency Operations Plan
- Approval of $690,401.68 in invoices for payment
- Reappointments to the Planning Commission, Board of Building Code Appeals, Economic Development Authority, and Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of Appomattox for the COVID-19 Municipal Utility Relief Program, with the County acting as fiscal agent for $12,978.84, contingent on documentation and resolution of financial issues. The Board also adopted an updated Emergency Operations Plan, approved the 2022 holiday schedule, and made several appointments. A proposed 6% employee raise was discussed but deferred for more information at the January meeting.
- Approved COVID-19 Municipal Utility Relief Program MOU with Town of Appomattox ($12,978.84) (5-0)
- Adopted updated Emergency Operations Plan (5-0)
- Adopted 2022 holiday schedule for County employees (5-0)
- Approved $500 budget transfer for Registrar's office (4-0-1 abstention)
- Approved $197.48 personal property tax refund to Madison Nicole Gray (5-0)
- Deferred decision on 6% employee raise pending additional information
- Appointed John Spencer as alternate to Central Virginia Planning District Commission (5-0)
- Reappointed members to Planning Commission, Board of Building Code Appeals, Economic Development Authority, and Board of Zoning Appeals (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding bonus payments for sworn sheriffs' deputies and a rezoning request for a residential subdivision. The meeting also includes decisions on the 2021 Comprehensive Plan update and participation in an opioid settlement.
- Proposed $26,049 in local ARPA funds for bonuses for 7 locally funded sworn officer positions
- Rezoning request for 8.054 acres at 121 West Haven Lane from Agricultural to Low-Density Residential for an 8-lot subdivision
- Resolution to participate in opioid-related claims settlements against McKesson, Cardinal Health, Amerisourcebergen, and Janssen
- Request to transition a part-time domestic victim grant Prosecutor position to a full-time position ($83,525 total expense)
- Approval of invoices totaling $341,954.19
The Board of Supervisors approved the rezoning of 8.054 acres on Stage Road from A-1 Agricultural to R-1 Low-Density Residential, despite one opposition comment. They also approved several funding transfers, including $12,000 for part-time 911 staffing, $26,049 for sheriff's deputy bonuses, and a full-time prosecutor position. Resolutions were adopted urging state funding for mental health facilities and participating in opioid settlement funds.
- Approved rezoning of 8.054 acres on Stage Road to R-1 (unanimous, 4-0)
- Approved $12,000 transfer from Wireless Fund for part-time 911 positions (4-0)
- Approved $26,049 transfer for sheriff's deputy bonuses (4-0)
- Approved combining part-time positions to create full-time prosecutor (4-0)
- Adopted resolution urging DBHDS and General Assembly to fund state facilities (4-0)
- Adopted resolution for opioid settlement participation (4-0)
- Adopted amended Comprehensive Plan (3-1, Abbitt opposed)
- Approved $26,393.88 transfer for courthouse security position (4-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will receive public comments on updates to the 2021 Comprehensive Plan, including land use maps and goals. The meeting also includes decisions on a special event permit for a cannabis education event and various budget transfers.
- Public hearing for 2021 Comprehensive Plan Review/Update
- Special Event Permit application for The Kind Cup at 247 Station Lane
- Proposed $3,000 bonuses for 15 sworn Sheriffs and Deputies, with $26,049 in local ARPA funds
- Transfer of $72,522.41 for a local tax grant to Central Virginia Services, Inc.
- Proposed rezoning of 8.054 acres at Stage Road and West Haven Lane from Agricultural to Low Density Residential
The Board of Supervisors denied a special event permit for The Kind Cup, a cannabis education event at DeVault Vineyards, in a 2-3 roll call vote, despite staff approval. The Board also approved several financial transfers, including $72,522.41 for a local tax grant and $10,000 for the Sheriff's Department asset forfeiture account. The 2021 Comprehensive Plan Review/Update was tabled to the November meeting, and a public hearing was scheduled for a rezoning petition.
- Denied The Kind Cup special event permit (2-3)
- Tabled 2021 Comprehensive Plan Review/Update to November meeting
- Approved Town of Appomattox water rate amendment (4-1)
- Scheduled public hearing for RZ210610-D&D Land Holdings LLC rezoning
- Approved $3,000 ARPA bonus for 7 sworn deputies ($26,049 total)
- Rescheduled November 15 Board meeting to November 16 at 6:30 p.m.
- Approved $72,522.41 transfer for local tax reimbursement grant
- Approved $10,000 transfer from Asset Forfeiture account
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to hear a proposal from Chief Jonathan Garrett regarding a training facility. The proposed site is located on County landfill property off Poorhouse Road.
- Discussion of a proposed training facility for the Appomattox Volunteer Fire Department off Poorhouse Road
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a proposed litter ordinance, a residential rezoning request for Redbird Drive, and the future of the animal shelter lease. Additionally, members will review updates to the Comprehensive Plan and various budget re-appropriations.
- Proposed Litter Ordinance: creates penalties for dumping trash or animals on public or private property
- Rezoning RZ210301: request to rezone 1.0 acre at 567 Redbird Drive from R-1 to A-1
- Lynchburg Humane Society Lease Agreement: decision regarding renewal or operating a local shelter
- Comprehensive Plan Update: proposed updates to growth management, transportation, and housing
- School Re-Appropriation: request to move $1,017,979.63 from FY 2021 to FY 2022 funds
The Board of Supervisors adopted a new Litter Ordinance making it unlawful to dump trash or refuse on public or private property without consent, with penalties including up to 12 months in jail and fines from $500 to $2,500. The Board also approved a rezoning of 1.0 acres on Redbird Lane from R-1 Residential to A-1 Agricultural, and approved several budget appropriations including $31,050 for fire department SCBA air packs and $1,017,979.63 in school fund re-appropriations. All votes were unanimous among the four members present, with Watkins M. Abbitt absent.
- Adopted the Litter Ordinance with fines of $500-$1,000 for first offense and $1,000-$2,500 for subsequent offenses, plus possible jail time
- Approved rezoning of 1.0 acres on Redbird Lane (Tax Parcel 5(A)78) from R-1 Residential to A-1 Agricultural
- Approved $31,050 for the Appomattox Fire Department SCBA air packs
- Approved $12,042 carry forward to Social Services FY 2022 budget
- Approved $379.00, $3,013.65, and $57.38 in CARES grant carry forward funds for the Commonwealth's Attorney
- Approved Commissioner of the Revenue's request to use local funds for employee compensation
- Approved $124,991.92 for Children's Services Act professional services
- Approved re-appropriation of $1,017,979.63 to FY 2022 School budget (Fund 3 and Fund 6)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss and approve financing options for a Farmer's Bank loan regarding school construction. Members will also review and potentially adopt a funding resolution and related agreements. The meeting includes a tour of the animal control shelter.
- Financing Option 1 or Option 2 for Farmer's Bank loan for school construction
- Review and adoption of School Construction Funding Resolution
- EDA Bond Purchase Agreement
- Lease Agreement between County and EDA
- Tour of Animal Control Shelter at 3074 Morning Star Road
The Board of Supervisors approved financing Option 2 for the Farmer's Bank loan, deferring principal payments until FY 2028 to align with existing debt reductions. They also amended the resolution to change a date to November 1, 2027, and adopted the resolution, Bond Purchase Agreement, and Lease Agreement for the school construction project. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved financing Option 2 for Farmer's Bank loan, principal payments begin FY 2028 (5-0)
- Amended resolution to change date in paragraph #5, line #5 to November 1, 2027 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution for Farmers Option, Bond Purchase Agreement, and Lease Agreement (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings regarding proposed animal control ordinance amendments and a lease agreement with the Lynchburg Humane Society. The meeting also includes discussions on broadband grants and a proposed litter ordinance.
- Proposed animal control penalties: $25.00 first offense and $50.00 subsequent offenses for dog license and rabies vaccine violations
- Public hearing on Lynchburg Humane Society's proposal to move animal sheltering to a centralized approach from Graves Mill Road
- Resolution for local match for CVEC Regional Broadband Grant applications
- Request to transfer $2,645.00 from the Wireless Fund for radio tower repairs
- Special Event Permit for 'Blues Night at Evergreen Lavender Farm' on September 18, 2021
The Board approved a resolution to finance approximately $10 million in school capital improvements through The Farmers Bank of Appomattox, with the Economic Development Authority issuing lease revenue bonds. The Board also approved a resolution supporting a regional broadband grant application, committing up to $1,166,200 in American Recovery Act funds. Amendments to the animal control ordinance were adopted, and the Lynchburg Humane Society lease agreement was tabled to the September meeting.
- Approved Farmers Bank financing option for $10M school construction (5-0)
- Approved resolution supporting regional broadband grant with $1,166,200 local match (5-0)
- Adopted animal control ordinance amendments for license tax and rabies vaccine penalties (5-0)
- Tabled Lynchburg Humane Society lease agreement to September 2021 meeting
- Authorized public hearing for rezoning petition RZ210301 (5-0)
- Authorized public hearing for proposed litter ordinance with reduced fine of $500 (5-0)
- Declared surplus property and authorized public sale (5-0)
- Approved MOU with School Board for 200 broadband connections for students (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to review findings from an RFP for banking services. Attorneys from Sands Anderson PC will present a financing recommendation regarding the county's $10,000,000 school construction funding obligation.
- Financing recommendation for $10,000,000 school construction funding
- Review of RFP for banking services issued by Davenport and Company
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss a proposed animal control ordinance regarding rabies vaccinations and dog licenses. They are also reviewing a report on a potential new relationship with the Lynchburg Humane Society to shelter county pets.
- Proposed Animal Control ordinance creating civil penalties for rabies vaccination and dog license non-compliance
- Discussion of Lynchburg Humane Society contract and potential public hearing for a new lease
- Appropriation of $600,000 in Tobacco Commission funds for CVEC broadband
- Payment of invoices totaling $521,002.10 for FY 2021 and $1,062,453.43 for FY 2022
- Request to support the Virginia War Memorial Foundation
The Board approved a $42,500 contribution to the Town of Pamplin for High Bridge Trail trailhead construction, and revised the school construction Comprehensive Agreement to name the Board and School Board as owners. It also authorized public hearings on animal control and a Lynchburg Humane Society contract, and approved several funding items including $2,500 in annual dues for a solar coalition.
- Approved $42,500 to Town of Pamplin for High Bridge Trail trailhead (5-0)
- Revised school construction Comprehensive Agreement to insert owners as Board of Supervisors and School Board (5-0)
- Authorized public hearing for Lynchburg Humane Society contract (5-0)
- Authorized public hearing for animal control ordinance (5-0)
- Approved $2,500 annual dues to Advantus Strategies for Rural Solar Development Coalition (5-0)
- Approved $482.23 refund to Toyota Lease Trust for personal property taxes (5-0)
- Approved carry forward funds totaling $17,439.78 to FY 2022 budget (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including invoices totaling $1,583,455.53 (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a work session to receive an update on the school construction project. Bill Gillespie of MRG Consulting LLC will provide project monitoring guidance and address questions regarding a Comprehensive Agreement.
- Update on school construction project from Bill Gillespie, MRG Consulting LLC
- Review of Comprehensive Agreement for school construction
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a work session to discuss two items: options for funding proposed school construction, including a possible reimbursement resolution, and the future of animal sheltering services after the Lynchburg Humane Society gave 180-day notice that it will not renew its lease. The board will consider whether to accept the Humane Society's proposal to shelter county animals at its Lynchburg location or find an alternative, as services would otherwise cease on October 20, 2021.
- Discussion of school construction funding options with Jimmy Sanderson of Davenport & Co. and Daniel Siegel of Sands Anderson PC
- Consideration of adopting a reimbursement resolution for school construction
- Lynchburg Humane Society's 180-day notice of non-renewal of lease
- Proposal for Appomattox County animals to be sheltered at Graves Mill Road in Lynchburg
- Deadline for county decision: October 20, 2021, if no alternative is chosen
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the VDOT Six-Year Plan and a lease amendment for the Carver-Price Legacy Museum, then consider action items including the FY 2022 budget appropriations, a rezoning petition referral, and a $570,000 grant transfer. The agenda also includes routine consent items like invoice approvals and fund transfers.
- Public hearing on VDOT Six-Year Plan FY2022-2027 and Secondary System Construction Budget FY2022
- Public hearing on Carver-Price Legacy Museum lease amendment
- FY 2022 Appropriations Resolution effective July 1, 2021
- Rezoning petition RZ210301 off Redbird Lane from R-1 to A-1, with possible referral back to Planning Commission
- Transfer of $570,000 DHR grant to Carver-Price Legacy Museum for renovations
The Board approved the FY2022 Appropriations Resolution totaling $43,850,902, effective July 1, 2021, and adopted a Reimbursement Resolution declaring intent to use up to $10 million in tax-exempt bonds for Appomattox County High School renovations. The Board also approved a revised lease with the Carver-Price Legacy Museum, authorized transfer of a $570,000 state historic preservation grant to the museum, and adopted the VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan for FY2022-2027. A request for $50,000 for the Pamplin trail failed for lack of a second; the Board instead deferred funding to next month and approved a separate $7,500 CARES allocation.
- Approved FY2022 Appropriations Resolution of $43,850,902 (5-0)
- Adopted Reimbursement Resolution for up to $10M in bonds for high school project (5-0)
- Approved revised Carver-Price Legacy Museum lease (5-0)
- Authorized transfer of $570,000 DHR grant to Carver-Price Legacy Museum (5-0)
- Adopted VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan FY2022-2027 and FY2022 construction budget (5-0)
- Deferred $50,000 Pamplin trail request; approved $7,500 CARES allocation instead (4-1)
- Approved $9,984 transfer for sheriff's interview room equipment (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including $1,147,363.94 in invoices (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors held a work session to discuss minor changes to the FY 2022 budget and review school construction debt service payments. The body also adopted resolutions honoring former Pamplin Mayor Robert Mitchell and former Supervisor Russell H. Moore. No major ordinances or contracts were decided during this session.
- Adoption of Resolution 21-1973 honoring former Pamplin Mayor Robert Mitchell
- Adoption of Resolution 21-1982 honoring former Supervisor Russell H. Moore
- Discussion of minor changes to the FY 2022 Budget
- Review of proposed School Construction Debt Service payments by Davenport Financial Advisors
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the FY 2022 consolidated budget of $43,850,902 and a tax levy resolution with no increase. They will also hold a public hearing on rezoning 3.03 acres on Richmond Highway from R-1 to B-1, and consider several appropriations, including $52,919.06 for school capital improvements and additional funds for CSA and library programs.
- FY 2022 budget adoption: $43,850,902
- Rezoning RZ210144: 3.03 acres, Richmond Highway, Spout Spring, R-1 to B-1
- School appropriation: $52,919.06 to Capital Improvement Fund
- CSA program appropriation for increased expenses
- Ballfield lighting at Appomattox Community Park (quote attached)
The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the FY2022 Consolidated Budget of $43,850,902 and the FY2022 Tax Levy Resolution with no proposed tax increase. The board also approved a rezoning request, several appropriations, and special event permits, while tabling a comprehensive plan amendment hearing.
- Adopted FY2022 Consolidated Budget of $43,850,902 (5-0)
- Adopted FY2022 Tax Levy Resolution with no tax increase (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of tax map 60(A)96 from R-1 to B-1 for Viper Investments (5-0)
- Approved $34,301 local funds for LED lighting at ball field #3 (5-0)
- Approved $52,919.06 appropriation to School Capital Improvement Fund (5-0)
- Approved special event permits for Fox Hound Showdown and July 4th fireworks with bond fee waivers
- Tabled public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Growth Management amendment
- Approved consent agenda including $458,082.54 in invoices and multiple fund appropriations (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a public hearing for the proposed FY 2021/2022 budget of $43,925,091. The meeting includes discussions on solar energy legislation, broadband partnerships, and various property and school funding matters.
- Public hearing for proposed FY 2021/2022 County/School Budget of $43,925,091
- Discussion regarding a future Spout Spring solar project application
- Proposed rezoning of 3.08 acres on Richmond Highway by Viper Investments, LLC
- Proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for utility scale solar farm development
- Appropriation of $10,483,220.00 for FY 2021 4th Quarter budget
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors authorized the School Board to enter negotiations with Jamerson-Lewis Construction and Southern Air for the Appomattox County High School renovation project, with a contractual amount not to exceed $13,000,000 and a financial obligation cap of $10,000,000. The board also approved a $10,483,220 appropriation for the 4th quarter of the FY 2021 budget, entered into a broadband Memorandum of Understanding with Central Virginia Electric Cooperative, and adopted a resolution honoring the late Dr. Paul D. Harvey. A motion to appropriate $397,595 in local funds to the school operating budget failed due to lack of a second.
- Authorized School Board to negotiate high school renovation contract up to $13M (5-0)
- Appropriated $10,483,220 to FY 2021 County budget for 4th quarter (5-0)
- Entered into Phase One Memorandum of Understanding with Central Virginia Electric Cooperative for broadband (5-0)
- Adopted resolution honoring Dr. Paul D. Harvey (5-0)
- Approved revisions to Purchasing Manual Section 5 on surplus property (5-0)
- Declared surplus property from Sheriff's Office, Registrar's Office, and County Administration for sale on GovDeals (5-0)
- Approved $1,064.10 refund to Phillip Pettet for building permit #210027 (5-0)
- Re-appropriated $425,980 in FY 2020 school savings to School Capital Improvement fund (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors and School Board held a special joint meeting to receive a presentation from Jamerson-Lewis Construction, Dewberry, and Southern Air regarding the Appomattox High School additions and renovations. No formal decisions or votes were taken on the project; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.
- Adjourned meeting at 7:24 p.m. (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to finalize the FY 2022 budget and then enter a closed session. The meeting includes the call to order, pledge, and invocation.
- Finalize FY 2022 Budget (Item 21-1930)
- Closed session (Item 21-1931)
The Board voted unanimously to schedule and advertise a public hearing for the FY 2022 budget totaling $43,925,091.00. It also approved $24,248.00 to fund a part-time domestic victim position in the Commonwealth Attorney's office for six months (January 1 through June 30, 2022). The Board entered closed session to discuss personnel matters and certified compliance with open meeting requirements.
- Approved $24,248 for part-time domestic victim position (5-0)
- Authorized public hearing for FY 2022 budget of $43,925,091 (5-0)
- Entered closed session for personnel discussions (5-0)
- Certified closed session compliance (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors is holding a work session to discuss the FY 2022 expenditure and revenue budget. The Commonwealth Attorney, Les Fleet, will present his department's budget requests. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item.
- Discussion of FY 2022 expenditure and revenue budget
- Commonwealth Attorney Les Fleet to present FY 2022 budget requests
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors held a work session to review FY 2022 budget worksheets and discuss the Commonwealth Attorney's budget request. The board voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss a prospective industry, and later certified that only lawful matters were discussed. The meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m.
- Reviewed FY 2022 expenditure and revenue budget worksheets with the County Administrator.
- Discussed changes to the Commonwealth Attorney's FY 2022 budget request.
- Approved a motion to enter closed session to discuss a prospective industry (7:28 p.m.).
- Certified that the closed session complied with open meeting requirements (8:00 p.m.).
- Adjourned the meeting at 8:01 p.m.
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session and regular meeting, including a public comment period and presentations from Dominion Energy and Energix Group on solar projects. Action items include a resolution opposing a proposed powerline route, a $25,000 incentive payment to COJANA, LLC, and a request for $397,595 in additional school funding. The board will also consider several consent agenda items, including invoice payments totaling $804,173.76.
- Resolution opposing proposed Joshua Falls to Gladstone powerline route through Appomattox County
- Appropriate $25,000 to reimburse EDA for COJANA, LLC incentive agreement annual payment
- Appropriate $397,595 additional local funds to FY 21 school budget
- Consider generator purchase for Sheriff's Department
- Approve invoices totaling $804,173.76
The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution opposing Appalachian Power's proposed Joshua Falls to Gladstone transmission line through Appomattox County, citing no benefit to the county and potential property takings. The board also approved a revised FY 2022 budget calendar, adopted the Hazard Mitigation Plan 2020 Update, and approved several funding transfers and appropriations. The school appropriation request and Carver-Price Legacy Museum request were tabled to the April 19 meeting.
- Adopted resolution opposing Joshua Falls to Gladstone powerline (5-0)
- Adopted revised FY 2022 budget calendar (5-0)
- Adopted Hazard Mitigation Plan 2020 Update (5-0)
- Approved $25,000 transfer to COJANA incentive agreement (5-0)
- Approved $2,882 library state funds supplement (5-0)
- Tabled school appropriation request to April 19 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda totaling $804,173.76 in invoices (5-0)
- Approved closed session for legal matters (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors is holding a work session to discuss FY 2022 budget requests from the Commonwealth Attorney and the Department of Social Services. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Commonwealth Attorney Les Fleet to discuss FY 2022 budget requests
- Social Services Director Brad Burdette to discuss FY 2022 budget requests
The Board of Supervisors held a work session and heard FY 2022 budget requests from the Commonwealth Attorney and the Social Services Director, both appearing remotely. No decisions were made on the requests. The board adjourned at 6:49 p.m.
- Adjourned the work session at 6:49 p.m. by unanimous vote.
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session and regular meeting, hearing the FY2020 audit report, a broadband expansion update, and a Carver-Price Legacy Museum grant progress report. Action items include appropriating $192,557.73 in school relief and security funds, approving a tax refund, and making committee appointments. The consent agenda covers routine payments, minutes, and fund transfers.
- Approve FY2020 Audit as presented by auditor Aaron Hawkins
- Appropriate $192,557.73 for school Coronavirus Relief and Security Grant funds
- Approve $453.93 personal property tax refund to BMW Financial Services
- Reappoint Planning Commission members for Piney Mountain and Falling River districts
- Approve $401,151.88 in invoices for payment
The Board approved a $192,557.73 appropriation for school coronavirus relief and security grants, and approved a $453.93 tax refund. Several items were tabled to the March 15 meeting, including the Carver-Price Legacy Museum lease extension and National Registry request, a potential CDBG grant for the Town of Pamplin, and a new generator for the Sheriff's Department. The Board also authorized discussions with Jamerson-Lewis on high school renovation proposals and made committee appointments.
- Approved $192,557.73 school appropriation (5-0)
- Approved $453.93 tax refund to BMW Financial Services (5-0)
- Authorized discussions with Jamerson-Lewis on high school renovation (5-0)
- Reappointed Annie Trent to Planning Commission (5-0)
- Appointed Gina Prue to Planning Commission (5-0)
- Appointed Anne Dixon to Courtland Park Foundation Board (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including $401,151.88 in invoices (5-0)
- Tabled Carver-Price Museum lease and National Registry request to March 15
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors is holding a work session to discuss updates to outside agency and department budget requests for fiscal year 2022, as well as updated budget amounts. The meeting begins with a closed session at 7:30 p.m. and ends with adjournment.
- Closed session at 7:30 p.m.
- Discussion of outside agency and department FY 2022 budget request updates
- Discussion of updated FY 2022 budget amounts
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors and School Board met jointly to discuss the high school HVAC renovation project, a COVID-19 update, and the FY 2021-2022 budget timeline. No formal decisions were made during the joint session. The Board later entered closed session to discuss a prospective industry and reviewed FY 2022 budget requests, but no votes on substantive matters were recorded.
- Adjourned joint meeting and reconvened to discuss FY 2022 budget (unanimous)
- Entered closed session to discuss prospective industry (unanimous)
- Certified closed session compliance (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:30 p.m. (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors is holding a work session to hear FY 2022 budget requests from three departments: the Piedmont Area Veterans Council, the Sheriff's Office, and the Emergency Operations Center. No decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to these presentations and adjournment.
- Piedmont Area Veterans Council requests FY 2022 outside agency funding
- Sheriff Donnie Simpson discusses FY 2022 department budget requests
- Bobby Wingfield discusses FY 2022 Emergency Operations Center budget requests
The Board of Supervisors held a work session to discuss FY 2022 budget requests. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this meeting.
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to distribute the draft FY 2022 budget and review the budget calendar. During the regular meeting, they will consider adopting a Scenic River Designation for the James River, hold a public hearing on VDOT's Secondary Six-Year Plan, and vote on several action items including the FY 2022 budget calendar and a COVID-19 utility relief MOU with the Town of Pamplin. The consent agenda includes approval of invoices totaling $545,454.02 and various fund transfers.
- Consider adoption of Scenic River Designation for the James River from Allen's Creek to the Appomattox/Buckingham County line
- Public hearing on VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan FY 2021-2026 and Secondary System Construction Budget FY 2021
- Approve FY 2022 Budget Work Session calendar
- Approve MOU with Town of Pamplin for COVID-19 Municipal Utility Relief Program ($2,035.93 in CARES Act funds)
- Approve invoices totaling $545,454.02 for payment
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution supporting the evaluation of a 3.6-mile section of the James River for Scenic River Designation. The board also approved the VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan, the FY 2022 budget calendar, and a COVID-19 utility relief MOU with the Town of Pamplin. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Adopted Scenic River Designation resolution for James River (5-0)
- Adopted VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan FY 2021-2026 and Construction Budget FY 2021 (5-0)
- Adopted FY 2022 Budget Calendar and authorized staff to advertise (5-0)
- Adopted 2021 Board meeting calendar and authorized staff to advertise (5-0)
- Accepted MOU for COVID-19 Municipal Utility Relief Program with Town of Pamplin (5-0)
- Approved Commissioner of the Revenue refunds totaling $402.57 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including invoices totaling $545,454.02 and various fund transfers (5-0)
- Signed letter of acceptance for deeded property on Swan Rd. for Parks and Recreation (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors is holding its annual organizational meeting to elect a chairman and vice-chairman, adopt bylaws and rules of order, set the regular meeting schedule, and confirm the county administrator as clerk. All items are routine administrative actions with no policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for one-year terms
- Adoption of Board By Laws and Rules of Procedures
- Adoption of Robert's Rules of Order
- Setting regular meetings for 3rd Monday at 6:30 pm, with January and February on 3rd Tuesday
- Confirmation of County Administrator Susan Adams as Clerk to the Board
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors held its organizational meeting, electing Samuel Carter as Chairman and William (Bill) Hogan as Vice-Chairman for 2021. The board also adopted its by-laws, rules of order, and set regular meeting dates for the year. All votes were unanimous with all members present or participating by phone.
- Elected Samuel Carter as 2021 Board Chairman (unanimous)
- Elected William (Bill) Hogan as 2021 Board Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
- Adopted Board By-Laws and Rules of Procedures (unanimous)
- Adopted Rules of Order requiring a second for all motions (unanimous)
- Set regular meetings for 3rd Monday at 6:30 p.m., with Jan/Feb on 3rd Tuesday (unanimous)
- Confirmed County Administrator Susan Adams as Clerk to the Board (unanimous)