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Appomattox County public meetings in 2021

26 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 20, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Board considers new redistricting plan based on 2020 Census data

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $12,978.84 COVID utility relief MOU with Town of Appomattox

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.

Tue Nov 16, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Board to consider ARPA bonuses for sheriffs and zoning change in Concord

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves rezoning of 8.054 acres on Stage Road to residential

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.

Mon Oct 18, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Board to hold public hearing on 2021 Comprehensive Plan Review

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.

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✓ Decided: Board denies The Kind Cup special event permit in 2-3 vote

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.

Mon Oct 18, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Board to discuss potential fire training facility on Poorhouse Road

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.

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Mon Sep 20, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Appomattox County Board of Supervisors discusses zoning, ordinances, and budget items

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.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts litter ordinance with fines up to $2,500 and jail time

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.

Wed Sep 8, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Board to decide financing options for school construction

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $10M school construction financing with Farmers Bank

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).

Mon Aug 16, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Board to hold public hearings on animal control and humane society lease

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $10M school financing via Farmers Bank option

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.

Mon Aug 16, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Board reviews financing recommendations for $10 million school construction funding

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.

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Mon Jul 19, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Board considers animal control ordinance and Lynchburg Humane Society contract

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $42,500 for Pamplin trailhead, advances school agreement

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.

Mon Jul 19, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Board reviews school construction project and comprehensive agreement

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.

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Mon Jun 21, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Supervisors to discuss school construction funding and animal shelter contract

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.

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Mon Jun 21, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Board to consider FY2022 budget, VDOT six-year plan, and rezoning referral

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.

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✓ Decided: County adopts $43.85M FY2022 budget and school construction reimbursement plan

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.

Mon May 17, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Board reviews FY 2022 budget changes and school debt service payments

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.

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Mon May 17, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Board to adopt $43.85M FY22 budget, rezone 3-acre Spout Spring parcel

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.

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✓ Decided: Appomattox County adopts $43.85M FY2022 budget, no tax increase

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.

Mon Apr 19, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Appomattox County Board discusses $43.9 million proposed budget and solar projects

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.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes high school renovation negotiations up to $13M

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.

Mon Apr 12, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Joint meeting hears school construction presentation; no votes taken

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.

Mon Mar 29, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

County finalizes FY 2022 budget and holds closed session

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.

✓ Decided: Board schedules FY 2022 budget public hearing at $43.9M

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.

Tue Mar 23, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Supervisors to discuss FY 2022 budget and Commonwealth Attorney's request

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.

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✓ Decided: Board holds work session on FY 2022 budget, enters closed session

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.

Mon Mar 15, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Supervisors to consider opposing Appalachian Power powerline route

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.

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✓ Decided: Board opposes Appalachian Power transmission line through county

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.

Tue Feb 23, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Supervisors hear FY2022 budget requests from Commonwealth Attorney and Social Services

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.

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✓ Decided: Board hears FY 2022 budget requests from two departments

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.

Tue Feb 16, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

Supervisors to review FY2020 audit, broadband update, school funds

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.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $192,557.73 in school funds, tables museum lease and other items

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.

Thu Feb 11, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

County board to discuss FY 2022 budget requests and amounts

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.

Thu Feb 11, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board holds joint meeting with school board on HVAC, budget

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.

Tue Feb 2, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Board hears FY 2022 budget requests from veterans council, sheriff, and EOC

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.

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✓ Decided: Board of Supervisors holds FY 2022 budget work session

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.

Tue Jan 19, 2021 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

County to consider James River scenic designation, VDOT road plan, budget calendar

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.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts Scenic River designation resolution for James River

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).

Mon Jan 4, 2021 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Appomattox supervisors to elect chairman, adopt rules at organizational meeting

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.

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✓ Decided: Board elects Samuel Carter as 2021 chairman, Bill Hogan as vice-chairman

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.