Appomattox County public meetings in 2024
23 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors will vote on a resolution to implement VDOT‑recommended traffic‑calming measures on Elk Creek Road (Route 752). The meeting also includes approval of refunds totaling $89.26, adoption of the 2025 holiday schedule, and consideration of reappointments to the Economic Development Authority and Planning Commission. In addition, the Board will review and approve invoices amounting to $917,113.86 and several supplemental appropriations.
- Adopt VDOT resolution for new signage and speed humps on Elk Creek Road
- Approve payment of invoices: $135,717.66 (Dec 3), $240,542.79 (Dec 13), $540,853.41 (Dec 16) – total $917,113.86
- Refund personal property taxes: $25.13 to Paul Crews and $64.13 to Sidney Watts
- Adopt the 2025 holiday schedule for county employees
- Reappoint Todd Nash and Jeff Smith to the Economic Development Authority; Cathryn Mobley and Annie Trent to the Planning Commission for four‑year terms
The Board approved a settlement agreement with Region 2000 Services Authority, resolving lawsuits and providing for Appomattox's withdrawal from the authority with a $250,000 payment, contingent on Campbell County's approval of a landfill expansion. The Board also approved a $450,000 interest-free loan to the Appomattox Fire Department for a ladder truck, a letter of support for AEP's Small Modular Reactors project, and a resolution for traffic calming measures on Elk Creek Road.
- Approved Region 2000 settlement agreement, contingent on Campbell County landfill expansion approval (5-0)
- Approved $450,000 interest-free loan to Appomattox Fire Department for ladder truck (5-0)
- Approved letter of support for AEP Small Modular Reactors project (4-1)
- Approved resolution for Elk Creek Road traffic calming measures (5-0)
- Approved $89.26 in Commissioner of Revenue refunds (5-0)
- Approved 2025 holiday schedule with additional hours on Dec. 24 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda totaling $917,113.86 in invoices (5-0)
- Tabled Community Center renovation decision until Jan. 2, 2025 meeting
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding structure heights in the Planned Industrial district and wireless facilities, as well as Subdivision Ordinance changes for Family Divisions. The meeting also includes discussions on energy projects and the abandonment of a small section of State Route F-1018.
- Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance (Planned Industrial height and Wireless Communications) and Subdivision Ordinance (Family Division and agency review)
- Resolution to abandon 0.04 miles of State Route F-1018
- Tax refund requests totaling $3,510.42 for five individuals/entities
- Approval of invoices for payment totaling $727,257.65
- Discussion of a Small Modular Reactors (SMR) project by AEP
Electoral Board
The Appomaxx County Electoral Board will oversee the General and Special Elections on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 for several precincts (101, 102, 201, 202, 301, 302, 401). Voters will choose presidential electors, U.S. Senate and House candidates, and decide on a proposed constitutional amendment that would extend the existing tax exemption for surviving spouses of soldiers killed in action to also cover spouses of soldiers who die in the line of duty.
- General and Special Elections for precincts 101, 102, 201, 202, 301, 302, 401 on Nov 5 2024
- Presidential electors listed for Democratic, Republican, Green, Libertarian, and Independent parties
- U.S. Senate race with candidates Timothy M. Kaine (D) and Hung Cao‑R (R)
- U.S. House of Representatives race (5th District) with candidates Gloria Tinsley Witt (D) and John J. McGuire (R)
- Proposed constitutional amendment to extend tax exemption to surviving spouses of soldiers who die in the line of duty
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding the abandonment of a 0.04-mile segment of Hunter Street. Members will also discuss potential amendments to the Zoning, Subdivision, and Noise ordinances.
- Public hearing for abandonment of Route T.1036 (Hunter Street) near Children's Park
- Proposed public hearing on Nov 18 for Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance amendments
- Proposed public hearing on Nov 18 for Noise Ordinance changes
- Payment of invoices totaling $1,244,022.43
- Transfer of $3,310.75 from Sports Complex Fund for a soccer field storage building
Electoral Board
The Appomattox County Electoral Board approved a list of four proposed Officers of Election, with all members voting in favor. The board also discussed early voting trends, absentee ballot issues, and additional training topics for election officers. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved list of four proposed Officers of Election (unanimous)
- Scheduled October 29 meeting to appoint additional OOEs if necessary
- Adjourned meeting on 3-0 vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss updates on the Central Virginia Safety Action Plan, the Public Safety Communications System upgrade, and Children's Services Act expenditures. It will vote on several fund transfers, including $300,000 for E911 equipment and $1,000,000 for courthouse renovations. The Board will also authorize a public hearing on the abandonment of Secondary Highway Route 1036 (Hunter Street) and approve various reimbursements and invoice payments.
- Transfer $300,000 from the General Fund to the Wireless Fund for an E911 dispatch console
- Transfer $1,000,000 from the General Fund to the Capital Improvement Reserve for Courthouse Renovations
- Authorize advertising and scheduling of a public hearing on Oct 21, 2024 for abandonment of Secondary Highway Route 1036 (Hunter Street)
- Transfer $20,457 to the Sheriff's Department for salary adjustments and related reimbursements
- Approve payment of invoices totaling $799,660.41 for FY 2024‑2025 services
The Board approved several financial transfers, including $1,000,000 for courthouse renovations and $300,000 for an E911 dispatch console. It also scheduled a public hearing for a road abandonment, approved a $35 tax refund, and made appointments to the DSS Advisory Board. All votes were unanimous except the DSS appointments, which passed 4-1.
- Approved $1,000,000 transfer for courthouse renovations (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 transfer for E911 dispatch console (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for Route 1036 (Hunter Street) road abandonment on Oct 21, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved $35 refund for 2024 personal property tax overpayment (5-0)
- Appointed five members to DSS Advisory Board (4-1)
- Approved consent agenda including invoices totaling $799,660.41 and various budget adjustments (5-0)
- Approved contract with Mark Popovich for County legal services (5-0)
Electoral Board
The Appomattox County Electoral Board met on September 3 and 19, 2024, approving several election-related actions. They voted to print ballots at 107% of current registered voters to account for new and same-day registrations, and to train machine technicians on producing a second write-in tape. They also appointed three additional Officers of Election and approved the ADA compliance certification and updated Local Security Plan.
- Approved training for Machine Technicians on second write-in tape (3-0)
- Approved printing ballots at 107% of registered voters (3-0)
- Appointed three additional Officers of Election (3-0)
- Approved ADA compliance certification for 2024 (all aye)
- Approved updated Local Security Plan (all aye)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit to locate a 235‑ft self‑support cell tower near 10063 Red House Road. It will also consider several FY 2025 carry‑forward fund requests, including $300,000 for a public safety communication upgrade and $326,269.79 for the Children’s Services Act. Additional items include updating the safety‑shoe reimbursement policy, adopting a resolution for a local emergency related to tropical storm Debby, and supporting the Sheriff’s unmanned aircraft system program.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for a 235‑ft cell tower at 10063 Red House Rd (Tax Map 76 (A) 11), zoned A‑1
- Transfer of $300,000 for the E911 Public Safety Communication Upgrade (fund source to be determined)
- Carry‑forward appropriation of $326,269.79 for the Children’s Services Act FY 2024 budget
- Recommendation to increase safety‑shoe reimbursement to $120 annually for eligible employees
- Resolution to support the Sheriff’s Office operating an unmanned aircraft system (drone) and authorize a letter to the FAA
The Board approved a conditional use permit for a 235-foot cell tower off Red House Road, with conditions including a landscaped buffer and public safety access. The vote was 3-2, with Hipps and Hinkle dissenting. The Board also approved multiple FY2024 fund carry-forwards, including $55,000 for a sheriff's vehicle and $5.8 million for school funds, and ratified a local emergency declaration for Tropical Storm Debby.
- Approved conditional use permit for 235-ft cell tower off Red House Road (3-2)
- Approved $55,000 carry-forward for sheriff's vehicle purchase (5-0)
- Approved $5,812,581.48 school carry-forward appropriations (5-0)
- Approved $120 annual safety shoe reimbursement for employees (5-0)
- Ratified local emergency declaration for Tropical Storm Debby (5-0)
- Approved resolution supporting sheriff's drone program (5-0)
- Approved $300,000 transfer for public safety communication upgrade (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including invoices and budget transfers (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors will convene a special called meeting on August 12, 2024, to set the agenda for a regular meeting scheduled for August 19, 2024. The session will include a closed session and an invocation.
- Special Called Meeting scheduled for August 12, 2024
- Regular Scheduled Meeting set for August 19, 2024
- Closed session included in the agenda
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to dissolve the current Social Services Administrative Board and appoint the County Administrator as the Local Social Services Board, creating an advisory board. The decision was made during a special called meeting on August 12, 2024, after a closed session. The resolution takes effect immediately.
- Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
- Entered closed session to discuss Social Services Board candidates (5-0)
- Certified closed session compliance (5-0)
- Dissolved current DSS Administrative Board and appointed County Administrator as Local Social Services Board (4-1)
- Created Appomattox Social Services Advisory Board (4-1)
Electoral Board
The Appomattox County Electoral Board approved a list of new Officers of Election and a tentative training schedule at the Appomattox Community Center. The board also discussed electronic poll book procurement, with a decision deferred to September, and reviewed the election recount, suggesting improved canvass record-keeping.
- Approved new Officers of Election list (3-0)
- Approved tentative OOE training schedule (3-0)
- Approved July 2024 meeting minutes
- Adjourned (3-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a six-year VDOT secondary road improvement plan and schedule a public hearing for a proposed 235-foot cell tower. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for various budget transfers and invoice payments.
- FY 2025-2030 VDOT Secondary Road Six Year Improvement Plan including Route 644 and Route 675
- Proposed 235-foot wireless communications facility near 10063 Red House Road
- Approval of invoices totaling $518,107.54 for FY 2024 and $594,678.22 for FY 2025
- $89,368.00 transfer for Sheriff's Department communication equipment
- $166,637.88 transfer for Sheriff/Jail livescan equipment and audit per diem
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a resolution to appropriate funds for the FY 2025 budget effective July 1, 2024. Members will also discuss reallocating Victim Witness Coordinator funding and potentially closing county offices on July 5th.
- FY 2025 Budget Appropriations Resolution
- Reallocation of Victim Witness Coordinator funding
- $822,815.62 in invoices for payment
- $80,297.75 transfer for E911 Dispatch console upgrade
- Potential closure of County offices on July 5th
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss and take action on the FY 2025 budget. This includes the consolidated budgets for the County, School, and Social Services.
- Adoption of the FY 2025 Consolidated Budget in the amount of $53,991,082
- Adoption of the FY 2025 Tax Levy Resolution with no proposed increase
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2025 County/School budget and the VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan. Members will also consider a comprehensive plan amendment for the Pamplin Main Street Improvement Project and a property sale at Oakville Road and Piney Mountain Road.
- Public hearing for proposed FY 2025 County/School Budget of $53,991,082
- Proposed rezoning of 2.36 acres on Mini Ball Lane from Low-Density Residential to Agricultural
- Public hearing for the VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan (FY 2025-2030)
- Proposed sale of county property at the intersection of Oakville Road and Piney Mountain Road
- Approval of invoices totaling $760,789.63
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a work session to discuss the FY 2025 budget. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of FY 2025 budget
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss funding for the Robert E. Soil & Water Conservation District and review VDOT transportation plans. They are considering scheduling public hearings for a rezoning request on Mini Ball Lane and an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for the Pamplin Main Street Improvement Project.
- Proposed rezoning of 2.36 acres on Mini Ball Lane from R-1 to A-1 for a manufactured home
- Proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment for the Pamplin Main Street Improvement Project
- Approval of invoices totaling $1,055,907.58
- Review of VDOT Rural Rustic Priority list and Six-Year Plan
- Appointment of a representative to the Southside Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Policy Board
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a budget work session to discuss funding requests for several community agencies. The body will also consider the dissolution of the Piedmont Alcohol Safety Action Program and various budget transfers.
- FY 2025 funding requests from Virginia's Crossroads, Small Business Development Center-Lynchburg Region, The American Civil War Museum, and Appomattox Railroad Festival
- Resolution of dissolution for the Piedmont Alcohol Safety Action Program
- $25,000 annual incentive payment to COJANA, LLC
- $19,648.51 budget revision for J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library
- Request to relocate the June 17th meeting due to the June 18th Dual Primary
General
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to conduct a budget work session. The primary focus is the FY 2025 budget discussion for County departments.
- FY 2025 budget discussion for County departments
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors and the School Board will hold a joint session for a presentation by Superintendent Dr. Annette Bennett regarding Appomattox County Public Schools. Following this, both boards will conduct a work session to discuss proposed FY 2025 budget requests.
- Appomattox County Public Schools FY 2025 budget presentation
- Joint School Board and Board of Supervisors budget work session
- Board of Supervisors budget work session
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider approving over $726,000 in payments and several small budget supplements. The meeting includes discussions on FY 2025 budget requests for Social Services and the Appomattox Tourism Committee, as well as a salary supplement request from the Sheriff.
- Approval of invoices totaling $726,508.06
- FY 2025 budget request discussion with Social Services Director Lindsey Hix
- FY 2025 funding discussion with Appomattox Tourism Committee President Don Jones
- Salary supplement discussion with Sheriff Robby Richardson
- Personal property tax refunds totaling $727.10
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hear budget presentations from various county departments and community organizations. The meeting includes a discussion on the FY 2025 budget and recommendations from the Public Safety Committee.
- Budget presentations from Appomattox Volunteer Fire Department, CASA of Central Virginia, and Piedmont Area Veterans Council
- Budget presentations from Commissioner of the Revenue, Treasurer, Commonwealth Attorney, Sheriff, and Registrar
- Public Safety Committee recommendations
- Town/Sheriff Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
General
The Board of Supervisors will consider a public hearing regarding an amended $5,105,947.00 county and school budget. Additional items include potential appointments to the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals, as well as approval of the 2024 meeting calendar.
- Public Hearing: Amended FY 2024 County/School budget of $5,105,947.00
- Nomination of Cathryn Mobley to the Planning Commission
- Nomination of Jerry Boyce to the Board of Zoning Appeals
- Approval of invoices totaling $1,038,962.00
- Refund request for R. C. Stephens in the amount of $156.05
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the 2024 term. The meeting includes setting the 2024 calendar year meeting schedule and adopting governing rules.
- Election of Chairman
- Election of Vice-Chairman
- Setting of 2024 regular meeting dates, times, and locations
- Adoption of Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised
- Confirmation of Susan Adams as Clerk of the Board