Bedford County, TN

Board of Supervisors - WORKSESSION

The Board of Supervisors will review proposed zoning amendments and hold public hearings on two special use permits and one rezoning application. The body is also considering funding for an animal shelter expansion and grants for the Southern Virginia ICAC Task Force.

• Resolution to appropriate fund balance for Animal Shelter Expansion Project
• Special Use Permit #SU26-0003 for a campground (Veronica Sutton)
• Special Use Permit #SU26-0005 for a meeting hall (Premier Construction LLC)
• Rezoning application #RZ26-0012 from C-2 to R-1 (Kenneth and Kristie Brown)
• Contract to replace the chiller at the Bedford County Nursing Home

Board of Supervisors - REGULAR MEETING

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will review proposed zoning amendments and several special use permits. The board is also deciding on funding for the Southern Virginia ICAC Task Force and an animal shelter expansion.

• Resolution to appropriate fund balance for Animal Shelter Expansion Project
• Special Use Permit #SU26-0003 for a campground (Veronica Sutton)
• Special Use Permit #SU26-0005 for a meeting hall (Premier Construction LLC)
• Rezoning application #RZ26-0012 from C-2 to R-1 (Kenneth and Kristie Brown)
• Contract to replace the chiller at the Bedford County Nursing Home

Canvass of 11/03/2026 General & Special Election

DSS - Regular Meeting

BOS - Annual Dinner w/EDA

The Board of Supervisors will hold a joint worksession with the Economic Development Authority featuring an annual report and guest speakers. The regular meeting includes a public hearing regarding a tax-exempt status request.

• Ordinance #O 101326-02: tax-exempt status request from Impact Living Services
• Resolution #R 101326-01: software licensing renewal for Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
• Economic Development Annual Report

BOS - REGULAR MEETING

The Board of Supervisors will hold a joint worksession with the Economic Development Authority and a regular meeting. The board is deciding on a tax-exempt status request and a software licensing renewal.

• Ordinance #O 101326-02: Tax-exempt status request from Impact Living Services
• Resolution #R 101326-01: Software licensing renewal for Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force’s Digital Forensic Program
• Economic Development Annual Report presentation
• Presentations from Bedford County Public Schools, Build Smart Institute, and Central Virginia Community College

PC - Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Planning Commission meets on October 06, 2026 at 6:00 PM at 122 E. Main Street Suite G-03, Bedford, VA. The main business is a public hearing covering two rezoning applications and two special use permit applications. The agenda also includes approval of the agenda, approval of the September 1, 2026 regular meeting minutes, and a citizen comment period. Old Business and New Business are listed with no items specified.

• Rezoning Application #RZ26-0011 – Holly Field Farm LLC (PCD to PRD, Remove HO)
• Rezoning Application #RZ26-0012 – Kenneth R. & Kristie D. Brown (C-2 & R-1 to R-1)
• Special Use Permit Application #SU26-0005 – Premier Construction LLC ("Meeting Hall")
• Special Use Permit Application #SU26-0007 – Jacob Rothgeb ("General Office" use)
• Approval of September 1, 2026 Regular Meeting minutes

BOS - REGULAR MEETING

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession and regular meeting. The main action item is a resolution authorizing the Economic Development Authority to issue a Lease Revenue Bond for county projects, with a presentation by the Finance Director. The board will also consider consent agenda items, including a federal justice assistance grant and a lease ratification for athletic facilities.

• Resolution authorizing BJA FY2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (no local match)
• Resolution ratifying lease of Moose Lodge Athletic Facilities for Parks and Recreation
• Resolution authorizing issuance of Lease Revenue Bond for County Projects by Economic Development Authority

The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to issue a lease revenue bond not to exceed $26.5 million for the construction of a new Social Services building and the expansion of the Sheriff's office and E911 center. The Board also approved a grant for law enforcement drones and a lease for athletic facilities.

• Approved lease revenue bond up to $26.5M for Social Services and Sheriff's office/E911 projects (7-0)
• Approved $10,629 BJA grant for 4 interior drones (7-0)
• Approved 10-year lease of Moose Lodge Athletic Facilities for Parks and Recreation (7-0)
• Approved September 8, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

BOS - WORKSESSION

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession and regular meeting. The regular meeting includes a resolution authorizing the Economic Development Authority to issue a Lease Revenue Bond for county projects, plus consent agenda items on a federal justice grant and a lease for Parks and Recreation. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Resolution #R 092226-02 authorizing EDA lease revenue bond issuance for county projects
• Resolution #R 092226-01 for BJA FY2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (no local match)
• Resolution R 092226-03 ratifying lease of Moose Lodge Athletic Facilities for Parks and Recreation
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2026

DSS Board Meeting

The Board adopted amendments to its bylaws and established new procedures for public comment. It also approved one adoption consent and a staff realignment within the Domestic Violence Program.

• Approved one adoption consent (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Board By-Laws regarding public comment (unanimous)
• Approved Board Policy for Public Comment procedures (unanimous)
• Approved realignment of Human Services Assistant II to Shelter Manager in Domestic Violence Program effective Oct 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)

BOS - WORKSESSION

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss financing for the new Social Services building and Sheriff's Office extension, and review the Personal Property Tax Relief Rate (PPTRA) for 2026. At the regular meeting, the board will vote on resolutions to set the PPTRA rate, appropriate opioid abatement funds for a Community Health Coordinator, and approve an adaptive swing project at Falling Creek Park. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and reports.

• Resolution #R090826-02 setting the Personal Property Tax Relief Rate for 2026
• Resolution #R 090826-01 appropriating Opioid Abatement funds for Community Health Coordinator position
• Resolution #R 090826-03 approving Adaptive Swing Addition Project at Falling Creek Park
• Worksession discussion with Davenport on financing for Social Services building and Sheriff's Office extension
• County Treasurer's Report on tax collections through June 30, 2026

BOS - REGULAR MEETING

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession and regular meeting on September 8, 2026. The worksession includes discussion with Davenport on financing for the new Social Services building and Sheriff's Office extension, and a review of the Personal Property Tax Relief Rate (PPTRA). The regular meeting includes resolutions to appropriate opioid abatement funds, set the PPTRA rate, and approve the Adaptive Swing Addition Project at Falling Creek Park.

• Resolution #R 090826-01: Appropriation of Opioid Abatement funds for Community Health Coordinator position
• Resolution #R090826-02: Setting the Personal Property Tax Relief Rate (PPTRA) for 2026
• Resolution #R 090826-03: Approving Adaptive Swing Addition Project at Falling Creek Park
• Worksession: Financing options for new Social Services building and Sheriff's Office extension
• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2026

At its September 8, 2026 meeting, the Bedford County Board of Supervisors reached a consensus during the worksession to borrow the full $26 million for the new Social Services Building and Sheriff's Office building extension, with a recast option in the loan covenants and no prepayment penalty. In the regular session, the Board approved a resolution setting the Personal Property Tax Relief Rate at 33.0% for the 2026 tax year, approved $95,000 in Opioid Abatement funds for a Community Health Coordinator position, and approved the $26,852.48 Adaptive Swing Addition Project at Falling Creek Park, including a $12,500 Bedford Rotary Club grant. All votes recorded were unanimous (7-0). The Board also entered and certified a closed session for annual review of appointed employees.

• Consensus (worksession) to borrow full $26M for Social Services Building and Sheriff's Office extension, with recast option and no prepayment penalty
• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $95,000 Opioid Abatement appropriation for Community Health Coordinator (FY27) (7-0)
• Approved minutes of August 25, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #R 090826-02 setting Personal Property Tax Relief Rate at 33.0% (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #R 090826-03 for $26,852.48 Adaptive Swing Addition Project at Falling Creek Park and accepted $12,500 Bedford Rotary Club grant (7-0)
• Approved adjournment at 7:23 pm (7-0)
• Entered closed session for annual review of appointed employees and certified the closed meeting (7-0)

EDA - Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Authority of Bedford County, VA meets September 3, 2026 to approve its agenda and August 6 minutes, review and approve architectural plans for an Air Filter Systems building, and hear a Davenport presentation on the EDA's role in the County's borrowing process. The body will also receive reports and discuss New London Pump Station capacity options. Paid August bills total $10,878.80.

• Architectural review and approval of Air Filter Systems building plans
• Davenport presentation on the EDA's role in the County's borrowing process
• August accounts payable total $10,878.80, including $7,065.43 for Town of Bedford Power/CVCC and $1,679.57 for New London landscaping
• Old business: options regarding New London Pump Station capacity
• Joint meeting with Board of Supervisors scheduled October 13, 2026; no regular October meeting

Ag Board - Regular Meeting

The Agricultural Economic Development Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in the Peaks Conference Room at Falling Creek, 1257 County Farm Rd. The agenda consists of routine items: approving the agenda and the August 5, 2026 minutes, receiving administration, economic development, Cooperative Extension, and Farm Bureau Young Farmers reports, and hearing committee updates. No public hearings, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes appear on the agenda; the only potential action is approval of the agenda and prior minutes.

• Approval of meeting minutes from August 5, 2026
• Administration, Economic Development, and Cooperative Extension reports
• Bedford County Farm Bureau Young Farmers report
• Committee reports: Education & Events (school ag programs, county fair), Marketing & Production (Farmer's Market), Land Protection & Conservation, Public Relations
• Other business: informational items and committee discussion

PC - Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit application for a campground. The meeting also includes approval of the July 7, 2026, minutes and a period for citizen comments.

• Public Hearing: Special Use Permit Application #SU26-0003 (Veronica Sutton, Campground use)

BOS - WORKSESSION

The Board of Supervisors will consider several zoning amendments and land use applications. They will also discuss contracts for fire-extinguishing systems and cooling equipment for county buildings.

• Rezoning Application #RZ26-0008 for Jason Berkley (C-2/R-1 to C-2)
• Special Use Permit #SU26-0004 for townhouse use by Mark B. Sharman
• Contract for hybrid fire-extinguishing systems in Administration and Sheriff’s buildings
• Replacement of the Bedford County Courthouse chiller and Administration Building cooling tower
• Ordinance to amend County Code regarding mandatory sewage disposal system pump-outs

BOS - REGULAR MEETING

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession and regular meeting on August 25, 2026. The worksession includes discussion of zoning ordinance text amendments and a closed session on real estate matters involving Forest Presbyterian Church and the former Montvale School facility. The regular meeting features public hearings on a special use permit for a townhouse, a rezoning, an ordinance on sewage pump-out, and vacation of Thoreau Place, plus action items on zoning amendments, fire-suppression systems, chiller and cooling tower replacements, and a grant for cybercrime enforcement.

• Special Use Permit #SU26-0004 for Mark B. Sharman for 'Townhouse' use
• Rezoning #RZ26-0008 for Jason Berkley (C-2/R-1 to C-2)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 10 – Lakes and Waterways; Mandatory Sewage Disposal System Pump-out
• Vacation of Thoreau Place in Land Between the Lakes Subdivision
• Resolution authorizing bid/award for hybrid fire-extinguishing systems in server rooms (Administration and Sheriff's buildings)

The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to initiate a comprehensive set of zoning ordinance text amendments covering definitions, permitted uses, and design standards, including a ban on recreational marijuana retail sales in all districts. The Board also approved a special use permit for a 32-unit townhouse development, a rezoning for commercial use, and several infrastructure contracts.

• Initiated zoning text amendments (unanimous) including banning recreational marijuana retail sales, new open space and buffer requirements for townhouses/multifamily, and 55-ft setbacks on arterial roads
• Approved special use permit for 32 patio homes and 30 storage units on 7.31 acres in AV district (6-1, Davis opposed)
• Approved rezoning of 1.47 acres at 18697 Forest Road from C-2/R-1 to C-2 for office/clinic use (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance allowing septic inspection as alternative to mandatory pump-out near Smith Mountain and Leesville Lakes (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of Thoreau Place and renaming to Lester Crossing Road (unanimous)
• Approved $437,785 courthouse chiller replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $261,000 administration cooling tower replacement with fund reallocation (unanimous)
• Authorized $353,808 OVW cybercrime grant application (unanimous)

DSS - Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Department of Social Services Board approved an adoption consent, an amended compensation plan, and membership in the Rural Health Transformation Initiative, all by unanimous votes. The board also approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, then went into closed session under Virginia code sections covering personnel and legal matters. The board asked the county attorney to find a more secure meeting location and directed the director to draft standard public comment procedures. A family made a public complaint about a grandchild's placement.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from last meeting (unanimous)
• Approved one adoption consent (unanimous)
• Approved amended compensation plan (unanimous)
• Approved Rural Health Transformation Initiative membership (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add § 2.2-3711(A)(4) and (8) (unanimous)
• Entered closed session at 10:37 a.m. under § 2.2-3711(A)(1)(4) and (8) (unanimous)
• Exited closed session at 11:13 a.m. (unanimous); adjourned at 11:26 a.m. (unanimous)

Parks & Rec Advisory Board Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will hold its quarterly meeting, receiving updates from the department on programs, events, and construction projects. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss facilities in the Forest area, citing exemptions for investment of public funds and real property acquisition. The meeting concludes with board comments and scheduling of upcoming meetings.

• Program/Events Update
• Construction Projects Update
• Closed session on Forest area facilities (VA Code 2.2-3711.A.6 and A.3)

EDA - Planning Day

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority (EDA) is holding a day-long 2026 Board Retreat on Friday, August 14th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Bedford Welcome Center. The agenda is a discussion and planning session, not a decision meeting: it covers governance guardrails, roles and decision-making (RACI), a one-year outlook, strategic focus, and working agreements. No specific projects, contracts, dollar amounts, or votes are listed in the supplied agenda.

• Retreat runs 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Bedford Welcome Center
• Session on governance guardrails: what is formally established, delegated, or open
• Session titled 'From Opportunity to Action: RACI in Motion' on roles and decisions
• Session on strategic focus and criteria for evaluating opportunities
• Closing session to confirm next steps, owners, and follow-up

BOS - WORKSESSION - CANCELLED

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, to consider several resolutions, including year-end budget adjustments, annual appropriations, a debt reimbursement declaration, and a broadband contract award. They will also consider consent agenda items for GIS software and grant applications, and receive a presentation for a livestock show award.

• Resolution #R 081126-01: Three-year Small County Government Enterprise Agreement with ESRI for GIS software
• Resolution #R 081126-02: DCJS FY27 Byrne Justice Training and Equipment Grant application and acceptance
• Resolution #R 081126-07: VA Department of Emergency Management State and Local Cybersecurity Grant application
• Resolution #R 081126-03: FY2026 year-end budget adjustments
• Resolution #R 081126-08: Contract award to ZiTel for Broadband 2025 New London Project

BOS - REGULAR MEETING

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting on August 11, 2026, with several action items including resolutions for FY2026 year-end budget adjustments, annual appropriations, and a contract award for the Broadband 2025 New London Project. The consent agenda includes agreements for GIS software, a state grant for training and equipment, and a cybersecurity grant. Public hearings include a presentation of an award for a livestock show exhibitor.

• Resolution R 081126-01: Three-year ESRI GIS software agreement
• Resolution R 081126-02: DCJS FY27 Byrne Justice Training and Equipment Grant
• Resolution R 081126-07: State and Local Cybersecurity Grant application
• Resolution R 081126-03: FY2026 year-end budget adjustments
• Resolution R 081126-08: Contract award to ZiTel for Broadband 2025 New London Project

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors approved a contract with ZiTel to complete the long-delayed Riverstreet broadband project, authorizing up to $97,224.79 in remaining project funds. The board also approved several financial resolutions, including year-end budget adjustments, reappropriations, and a declaration of intent to reimburse capital expenditures with future bonds. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved ZiTel contract for broadband project completion (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 year-end budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved $51,458 in reappropriations for various departments (unanimous)
• Approved declaration of intent to reimburse capital costs with bonds up to $26M (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including ESRI GIS agreement, DCJS grant, cybersecurity grant (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 28, 2026 (unanimous)

EDA Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Authority of the County of Bedford, VA meets August 6, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at 122 E Main Street, Bedford. The board will hear reports, a presentation from Bedford Water, and consider two resolutions: changing protective covenants and restrictions for signage at the Montvale Center for Commerce, and a change order to remove rock on Lot 15 at the New London Business and Technology Center. It will also discuss reappropriating Blue Ridge Montessori School funds for a playground project and a Gold Sponsorship request from the Bedford County Fair. The agenda also includes approval of June 4, 2026 minutes and a monthly accounts payable report totaling $27,820.60.

• Resolution to change Montvale Center for Commerce protective covenants and restrictions for signage updates
• Resolution to authorize a change order for removal of rock on Lot 15 at New London Business and Technology Center
• Reappropriation of Blue Ridge Montessori School Funds for a playground project
• Consideration of a Gold Sponsorship request from the Bedford County Fair
• Monthly accounts payable report totaling $27,820.60 across EDA, Bedford Center, New London, and Washington Street

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority approved amended protective covenants for the Montvale Center for Commerce to allow a new sign and future sign specifications, and authorized a change order reallocating previously approved funding from roadway conduit installation to rock removal on Lot 15 at the New London Business and Technology Center. The board also approved reappropriating $29,927.02 in remaining Blue Ridge Montessori School childcare grant funds from FY26 to FY27, and voted to sponsor the Bedford County Fair at the $1,000 Silver level rather than the requested $2,500 Gold level. Staff reported on economic development outreach, fall school tours, and unusually high electricity bills at CVCC that remain under review with the utility provider.

• Approved amended Montvale Center for Commerce covenants and restrictions for signage (unanimous)
• Authorized change order reallocating roadway conduit funds to rock removal on Lot 15, New London (unanimous)
• Approved reappropriating $29,927.02 of Blue Ridge Montessori childcare grant funds from FY26 to FY27 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 Silver sponsorship for Bedford County Fair instead of requested $2,500 Gold (unanimous)
• Approved June 4, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Ag Board - Regular Meeting

The Agricultural Economic Development Advisory Board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in the Peaks Conference Room at Falling Creek, 1257 County Farm Rd., Bedford, VA 24523. The agenda consists mainly of routine items: approval of the agenda and of minutes from June 1, 2026, followed by administration, economic development, Cooperative Extension, and Farm Bureau Young Farmers reports. Committee reports cover education and events (including school ag programs and a county fair report), marketing and production (farmers market updates), land protection and conservation, and public relations. No specific decisions, contracts, dollar amounts, or public hearings are listed in the agenda text.

• Approval of minutes from the June 1, 2026 meeting
• Administration, economic development, and Cooperative Extension reports
• Bedford County Farm Bureau Young Farmers report
• Committee reports: school ag programs, county fair, farmers market updates, land protection and conservation
• Other business: informational items and committee discussion

The Agricultural Economic Development Advisory Board approved its agenda and the corrected June 3, 2026 minutes, both unanimously among members present. Most of the meeting was reports: disaster declarations for the April freeze and drought, upcoming conservation easement training and a farm tour, farmers market updates, and County Fair planning for August 21-23. The only dollar figure acted on was a $1,000 Farm Bureau donation to the Deer Project, split into two $500 prizes, reported to the board rather than voted on by it. No new motions beyond the agenda and minutes were recorded.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous, members present)
• Approved June 3, 2026 minutes as corrected, fixing an incorrect news channel in item 10C (unanimous, members present)
• No vote recorded on the $1,000 Farm Bureau Deer Project donation, split into two $500 prizes; reported to the board
• No vote recorded on conservation easement training session or the planned farm tour; staff to finalize details
• No vote recorded on County Fair dates of August 21-23, 2026; reported as finalized by committee

Electoral Board - Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Electoral Board is meeting to canvass and certify the election. The board will adjudicate provisional ballots, review statements of results from all precincts and early/absentee voting, and finalize the provisional ballot statement before certifying the election. It will also review the voting system security policy and ADA policy. The canvass may continue on subsequent days as needed.

• Adjudicate provisional ballots
• Review statement of results from all Election Day precincts
• Review statement of results for early voting, mail-in absentee, and post-election absentee
• Finalize provisional ballot statement of results
• Certify election

Electoral Board - Canvass

The Electoral Board reviewed Statement of Results, poll book tapes, and scanning machine tapes for all precincts and absentee ballots. The Board adjudicated provisional ballots and recorded 14 provisional votes for counting. The General Registrar will submit the final Abstracts of Votes to the Department of Elections.

• Approved June 10, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjudicated provisional ballots and counted 14 votes
• Reviewed and recorded results for all precincts and Central Absentee Precinct
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel issues (unanimous)

PC - Regular Meeting (Cancelled)

The Bedford County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. This notice is posted per the County's normal public-notice procedures. No items were discussed or decided.

BOS - WORKSESSION

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession and regular meeting on July 28, 2026. The worksession includes a presentation on proposed amendments to County Code Chapters 10 (Lakes and Waterways) and 30 (Zoning Ordinance). The regular meeting includes public hearings on a rezoning, a special use permit, a text amendment, and an ordinance regarding off-duty law enforcement, as well as action items on budget amendments and an employee bonus.

• Rezoning Application #RZ26-0001 by Westbridge Holdings, LLC (PCD to R-4)
• Special Use Permit #SU26-0002 by Westbridge Holdings, LLC (height increase)
• Ordinance to allow off-duty law enforcement officers to engage in employment requiring police powers
• Resolution authorizing employee bonus and appropriating funds to FY 2026-2027 Budget
• Resolution supporting Central Virginia Safety Action Plan (USDOT Safe Streets for All)

BOS - REGULAR MEETING

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession and regular meeting on July 28, 2026. The worksession features a presentation on proposed County Code text amendments for Chapter 10 (Lakes and Waterways) and Chapter 30 (Zoning Ordinance). The regular meeting includes public hearings on a rezoning, a special use permit, text amendments, an off-duty law enforcement ordinance, and several resolutions including budget amendments and an employee bonus.

• Rezoning Application #RZ26-0001 by Westbridge Holdings, LLC from PCD to R-4 (Ordinance #O 072826-04)
• Special Use Permit #SU26-0002 by Westbridge Holdings, LLC for R-4 District Principal Structure Height Increase (Ordinance #O 072826-05)
• Text Amendment Application #TA26-0002 – Zoning Ordinance (Various) (Ordinance #O 072826-06)
• Ordinance to allow Off-Duty Law Enforcement Officers to engage in employment requiring police powers (Ordinance #O 072826-07)
• Resolution authorizing employee bonus and appropriating funds to FY 2026-2027 Budget (Resolution #R 072826-10)

The Board denied a rezoning request (RZ26-0001) from Westbridge Holdings to build approximately 100 apartments on a parcel currently zoned commercial, voting 4-3 against the ordinance. The Board also approved a text amendment package (TA26-0002) aligning the zoning ordinance with 2026 state code changes, and initiated an amendment to allow certified sewage inspections as an alternative to mandatory pump-outs for lakeside properties.

• Denied rezoning for ~100 apartments at Smith Mountain Lake (4-3)
• Removed related height increase special use permit from agenda (6-1)
• Approved zoning text amendments for state code compliance (5-2)
• Initiated sewage pump-out inspection alternative amendment (7-0)
• Approved $1,216,894 additional school funding (7-0)
• Approved $391,154 county budget amendment (7-0)
• Authorized 2% employee bonus, $433,000 General Fund cost (7-0)
• Approved conveyance of 1.504 acres to Good Samaritan Hospice (7-0)

LBBCA - Annual Organization Meeting

The Bedford County Local Board of Building Code Appeals (LBBCA) is holding its annual organization meeting. The board will elect a chair, appoint a secretary, approve the agenda and draft minutes from February 20, 2025, and discuss the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code review. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Election of Chair
• Appointment of Secretary
• Approval of draft minutes from February 20, 2025
• Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code review

PC - Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three applications: a rezoning from R-1 to C-2, a special use permit for townhouses, and a text amendment to the zoning ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes, a citizen comment period, and old/new business items.

• Rezoning Application #RZ26-0008 (Jason Berkley) from R-1 to C-2
• Special Use Permit Application #SU26-0004 (Jamey White) for townhouse use
• Text Amendment Application #TA26-0002 to Zoning Ordinance (Various)

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

The Board of Trustees will meet to select officers for the 2027 fiscal year and adopt a meeting calendar. The agenda also includes an action item regarding Moneta/SML HVAC and a review of June financial reports.

• Election of Chair, Vice-chair, and Treasurer for FY27
• Adoption of the FY27 meeting calendar
• Action item regarding Moneta/SML HVAC
• Review of June expenses and income

BOS - WORKSESSION

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss zoning amendments and proposed changes to Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Program fees, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings and action items. Key decisions include an ordinance amending stormwater fee provisions, a resolution reappropriating funds for a school employee bonus, and a resolution for computer hardware replacement for the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. The agenda also includes presentations on a retirement resolution, a Peach Month proclamation, and a drought update from Appalachian Power.

• Ordinance #O 062326-01 amending Section 7 of Bedford County Code Chapter 7 (stormwater management fees)
• Resolution #R 062326-02 reappropriating funding to School Operating Fund for employee bonus
• Resolution #R 062326-03 approving replacement of computer hardware for Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
• Presentation of resolution honoring Barbara Gunter upon retirement after 22 years
• Presentation by Appalachian Power on drought at Smith Mountain Lake