Bedford County public meetings in 2021

Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will review a rezoning application and a zoning ordinance amendment for wireless communication facilities. The meeting includes several resolutions to appropriate CARES Act funds and budget adjustments.

• Rezoning Application #RZ21-0006: PCD to R-2 for Beville Properties LLC (The Village at Smith Mountain Lake)
• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment #TA21-0005 regarding Wireless Communication Facility Class 3 and Class 4 uses
• Resolution to authorize bids for the Sheriff's Office parking lot resurfacing project
• Resolution to authorize the contract for alterations to Administration Building (Phase IV & V)
• Multiple resolutions to appropriate CARES Act funds and FY 2020-2021 budget adjustments

Board of Supervisors - Worksession

The Board of Supervisors will review a draft strategic plan and financial status update. The regular meeting includes decisions on rezoning, zoning text amendments, and several fund appropriations including CARES Act funds.

• Rezoning Application #RZ21-0006: PCD to R-2 for Beville Properties LLC (The Village at Smith Mountain Lake)
• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment #TA21-0005 regarding Wireless Communication Facility Class 3 and Class 4 uses
• Solicitation of bids for the Sheriff's Office parking lot resurfacing project
• Contract for alterations to Administration Building (Phase IV & V)
• Appropriation of unused CARES Act funds and Municipal Utility Relief Funds

Library Board - Regular Meeting

The Library Board will meet to discuss the FY23 operating budget and provide updates on building projects. The board will also hold initial discussions regarding collection development and personnel policies.

• FY23 Operating Budget discussion
• Collection Development Policy presentation
• Group Medical Insurance Policy discussion
• VRS Retirement Policy discussion
• VRS Group Life Insurance Policy discussion

EDA Meeting

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes and financial reports, consider a parking lot concept plan contract at Elba's, and discuss property and infrastructure matters. They will also enter a closed session to discuss a prospective business or industry expansion, as allowed by state law.

• Consideration of parking lot concept plan contract at Elba's
• Request to proceed with Landscape Maintenance IFB for EDA properties
• Consideration of Estoppel Certificate for TBP Enterprises and Centra Health in Lake Vista Corporate Center
• Consideration of Bill of Sale and Quit Claim Deed for Burnbridge Road sewer to BRWA
• Closed session for prospective business or industry discussion

Ag Board Meeting

The board will receive reports on land protection, conservation, and economic development. The meeting includes updates on the County Fair, school agriculture programs, and the Farmer's Market.

• Land Protection & Conservation report
• Economic Development report
• Cooperative Extension report
• County Fair update
• Farmer’s Market updates

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss Virginia Department of Transportation project updates and a new CAD/RMS/MDT system, followed by a regular meeting to vote on grants, ordinances, and contracts. Key decisions include accepting opioid litigation settlement proceeds, approving zoning amendments, and purchasing a Motorola PremierOne system.

• Accept $2021-2022 DCJS grants for Internet Crimes Against Children Program (Resolutions #R 112221-01, #R 112221-02)
• Approve $1.2M contract for Motorola PremierOne CAD, Mobile, and Records Management System (Resolution #R 112221-11)
• Vote on special use permit for campground expansion on Tax Map #234-A-31C (Resolution #R 112221-03)
• Amend zoning ordinance for extended-stay hotel/motel/motor lodge use (Ordinance #O 112221-04)
• Accept National Opioid Litigation Settlement proceeds (Resolutions #R 112221-05, #R 112221-08)

Worksession

The Board of Supervisors will discuss VDOT project updates and consider a contract for a Motorola PremierOne CAD, Mobile, and Records Management System. The meeting includes several proposed ordinances regarding taxation, solid waste, and hotel use.

• Contract for Motorola PremierOne CAD, Mobile, and Records Management System
• Special Use Permit for campground expansion at Tax Map #234-A-31C
• Ordinance amending Zoning Ordinance regarding Hotel/Motel/Motor Lodge (Extended Stay)
• Resolutions to accept proceeds from the National Opioid Litigation Settlement
• Ordinances amending Personal Property Tax and Occupancy Tax

Planning Commission Meeting

The Bedford County Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to consider a rezoning application for Beville Properties LLC and a text amendment regarding wireless communication facilities. Residents may submit comments by email if unable to attend in person.

• Public Hearing on Rezoning Application #RZ21-0006 from PCD to R-2 by Beville Properties LLC for The Village at Smith Mountain Lake
• Public Hearing on Text Amendment Application #TA21-0005 for Wireless Communication Facility Class 3 and Class 4

Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will receive updates on property reassessments and the Capital Improvement Plan. Members are deciding on the appropriation of several grants and a contract for data server storage and backup.

• Reassessment update from Wingate Appraisals
• Appropriation of a 2022 Item Preservation Grant
• Appropriation of the FY21 Virginia Domestic Violence Victim Fund/Prosecutors Grant
• Appropriation of the Byrne/Justice Assistance Grant for Law Enforcement Training and Equipment
• Contract to purchase and renew data server storage and backup

Worksession

The Board of Supervisors will receive updates on property reassessments and the Capital Improvement Plan. Members are deciding on the appropriation of several grants and a contract for data server storage and backup.

• Appropriation of Governor's Agriculture and Forestry Industries Development Fund Infrastructure Grant
• Application and appropriation of a 2022 Item Preservation Grant
• Appropriation of FY21 Virginia Domestic Violence Victim Fund/Prosecutors Grant
• Appropriation of Byrne/Justice Assistance Grant for Law Enforcement Training and Equipment
• Contract to purchase and renew data server storage and backup

EDA Meeting

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority will review routine reports, including a $567,485.74 accounts payable list, and discuss the New London Business and Technology Center Lot 7 build-out. The board will also consider a request to proceed with a tree and shrub replacement IFB at New London and enter a closed session to discuss a prospective business or industry expansion.

• Accounts payable totaling $567,485.74, including $498,489.87 for Belvac Draw #5 and #6 and $32,500 for Thalhimer lease commission
• Request to proceed with New London tree and shrub replacement IFB
• Closed session under Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(5) for prospective business discussion
• Reports on Bedford Center for Business, Montvale Center for Commerce, and New London Business and Technology Center

Ag Board Meeting

The Agricultural Economic Development Advisory Board will conduct procedural items including approving the agenda and minutes from October 6, 2021. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting focuses on administrative and committee reports, including updates on county fair planning, school agricultural programs, and farmer’s market activities.

Worksession

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors is holding a worksession to discuss projects related to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) with the BRWA.

• Discussion with BRWA regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Projects

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss ARPA projects with BRWA, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings and action items. Key decisions include a rezoning application, an FY22 compensation board ARPA bonus, and several grant resolutions. The agenda also includes consent items, appointments, and a closed session for personnel matters.

• Rezoning Application #RZ21-0005 on behalf of Thomas Builders of Virginia (Ordinance #O 102521-07)
• Resolution appropriating funds for FY22 Compensation Board ARPA Bonus (Resolution #R 102521-01)
• Resolution authorizing Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant for Sheriff's Office (Resolution #R 102521-03)
• Resolution authorizing CY 2022 Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Grant (Resolution #R 102521-02)
• Resolution requesting study of fuel delivery via rail to Montvale Fuel Tanks (Resolution #R 102521-08)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Planning Commission is meeting on October 19, 2021, to discuss and take public comments on a public hearing agenda that includes a water authority project and a campground expansion. The commission will also address old business involving a rezoning application and a draft ordinance for utility scale solar energy facilities.

• Public Hearing: Special Review Project #SRP21-0002 for Bedford Regional Water Authority
• Public Hearing: Special Use Permit #SU21-0005 for Sweetwater Recreational Vehicle Park Campground Expansion
• Old Business: Rezoning Application #RZ21-0005 by Thomas Builders of Virginia
• Old Business: Draft Ordinance for Utility Scale Solar Energy Facility

EDA Meeting

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority is meeting to consider a closed session under Virginia law to discuss a prospective business or industry expansion that has not been publicly announced. The agenda includes only this item, along with routine call to order and adjournment, indicating the meeting is primarily procedural.

• Closed session under Section 2.2-3711(A)(5) for prospective business or industry discussion
• Meeting at Bedford County Administration, 122 E Main Street, Bedford, VA

BoS - Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will consider two resolutions: adopting the county's Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan, and a citizen-requested text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding wireless communication facilities. The board will also approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and receive committee and staff reports.

• Resolution adopting the Bedford County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) (Resolution #R 092721-02)
• Citizen-requested text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance on 'Wireless Communication Facility' (Resolution #101221-01)
• Approval of minutes from September 27, 2021
• Public Works Committee report from October 4, 2021
• Voting credentials for VACo Annual Conference

Joint EDA and Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority (EDA) and Board of Supervisors (BOS) held a joint meeting to discuss EDA accomplishments from FY21, strategic planning, and workforce data. The EDA presented a SWOT analysis for park development and reviewed a joint meeting with the Town of Bedford. Separate meetings followed for the BOS and EDA.

• EDA Accomplishments FY21 to date review
• Park Development SWOT Analysis presentation
• Bedford County & Regional Workforce Data by Virginia Career Works

Ag Board Meeting

The Bedford County Agricultural Economic Development Advisory Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, and to receive reports from economic development, Cooperative Extension, and the Farm Bureau Young Farmers. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists of routine reports and informational items.

• Approval of September 1, 2021 minutes
• Economic Development Report
• Cooperative Extension Report
• Bedford County Farm Bureau Young Farmers Report
• Committee Reports

Library Board

The Bedford Public Library System Board of Trustees will meet to consider several action items, including adopting new policies for IT, public internet, Wi-Fi, and social media use. The board will also vote on a revision to the FY22 operating budget and discuss county capital improvement project (CIP) funds. Updates on the library foundation, summer reading program, and IT projects will be presented.

• Action on Information Technology Policy
• Action on Public Internet Policy for Library Devices
• Action on Public WIFI Policy for Patron Devices
• Action on Library Social Media Policy and Staff Personal Use of Social Media
• Action on FY22 Operating Budget revision and County CIP funds

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession and regular meeting. They will consider accepting a $402,699.38 gift to Fire & Rescue, adopting emergency operations and continuity plans, and an emergency ordinance on meeting procedures during the pandemic. The agenda also includes a closed session for appointments and two board appointments.

• Accept $402,699.38 from Andrew E. Hudson Trust for Fire & Rescue (Resolution R 092721-01)
• Adopt Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan (Resolution R 092721-02)
• Emergency ordinance to allow continuity of government during pandemic, altering public meeting process (Ordinance O 092721-03)
• Appoint Ethan Tanner to Agricultural Economic Development Advisory Board (District 5)
• Appoint Jeanne Willis to Redistricting Committee (District 7)

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with several consent agenda items, public hearings, and action items. Key decisions include a text amendment for hotel/motel extended stay use, setting the Personal Property Tax Relief rate, and a drought disaster declaration.

• Resolution authorizing contract for County Administration Building chiller replacement
• Resolution to authorize revisions to the Landfill Permit
• Resolution implementing Comprehensive Community Corrections Act and Pretrial Services Act
• Resolution declaring Bedford County a Disaster Area due to drought
• Ordinance for Text Amendment TA21-0003: Hotel/Motel/Motor Lodge, Extended Stay use

Worksession

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors is holding a worksession to discuss the progress and next steps for the landfill closure and to receive an update from the Sheriff's Office. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; it is primarily an informational and discussion session.

• Landfill closure work progress and next steps
• Update from the Sheriff's Office

Board of Supervisors & Broadband Authority - Special Called Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors and Broadband Authority will hold a special called meeting to consider authorizing the submittal of VATI broadband grants for Zitel, Shentel, and Riverstreet. The agenda also includes closed sessions regarding confidential proprietary information for the broadband project and legal advice concerning the nursing home.

• Authorize submittal of VATI broadband grant for Zitel, Shentel, and Riverstreet
• Closed session regarding confidential proprietary information for the Broadband project
• Closed session for consultation with legal counsel pertaining to the Nursing Home

EDA Meeting

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority approved a credit toward the purchase price of Lot 3B for Damage Prevention Solutions and approved their landscape plan. The authority also reviewed accounts payable totaling $472,278.67, heard reports on economic development and marketing, and ratified performance agreements for Valtim and WexcoUSA.

• Approved a credit of $99,225 toward the purchase price of Lot 3B for Damage Prevention Solutions
• Approved Damage Prevention Solutions' landscape plan
• Ratified the Valtim Performance Agreement for a cash incentive
• Ratified the WexcoUSA Performance Agreement for a cash incentive
• Reviewed monthly accounts payable totaling $472,278.67

Worksession

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss proposed amenities at Forest Park, a property buffer at Independence Park, and potential changes to the Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is an informational discussion.

• Forest Park amenities discussion
• Independence Park property buffer review
• Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance proposed changes

Library Board

The Bedford Public Library System Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business and consider several action items. The board will vote on re-adopting the 2020-2025 strategic plan and an E-Rate item, and will have a first consideration of new policies covering IT, public internet, WiFi, and social media.

• Re-adopt 2020-2025 strategic plan (action item)
• First consideration of Information Technology Policy
• First consideration of Public Internet Policy for Library Devices
• First consideration of Public WIFI Policy for Patron Devices
• E-Rate action item

Additional Documentation for Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a zoning change for a property owned by Cottontown Investments, LLC, and consider resolutions on veterinary lab compensation and a broadband grant application. The meeting also includes a closed session on potential litigation related to the Broadband project.

• Public hearing on ordinance to rezone Tax Map #101-A-7E (Ordinance #O 072621-02)
• Resolution to draft letter to VDACS about veterinary lab compensation (Resolution #R 072621-01)
• Resolution to apply for 2022 Virginia Telecommunications Initiative Grant (Resolution #R 072621-03)
• Closed session for legal consultation on probable litigation (Broadband project)

Worksession

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors and Broadband Authority will hold a worksession. They will discuss with School Superintendent Dr. Marc Bergin, then enter a closed session for legal consultation regarding probable litigation, specifically related to the Broadband project.

• Discussion with School Superintendent Dr. Marc Bergin
• Closed session under Virginia code for legal consultation on probable litigation
• Closed session pertains to the Broadband project

EDA Joint Meeting with Town of Bedford EDA

The Bedford County and Town of Bedford Economic Development Authorities are meeting jointly to discuss economic development initiatives. They will review the County EDA's SWOT analysis and protective covenants for the Bedford Center for Business, hear the Town EDA's strategic plan for a business development center, business/industrial park, and a business-class hotel, and receive an update on the train station from DRPT. The meeting is a discussion and planning session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Review of County EDA S.W.O.T. Analysis for Bedford Center for Business
• Review of existing Protective Covenants and Restrictions for Bedford Center for Business
• Town EDA strategic plan: Business Development Center, Town Business/Industrial Park, Business Class Hotel
• Train station update from DRPT, including Norfolk-Southern Study due November 15, 2021

Library Board

The Bedford Public Library System Board of Trustees will hold an organizational meeting to elect FY21 officers, approve the FY21 meeting calendar, and discuss policies, programming, IT, and financials. The agenda includes reviewing the FY2020 audit, year-to-date revenues and expenses, and state ARPA/IMLS fund distributions.

• Elect FY21 officers for Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Treasurer
• Review FY2020 audit and year-to-date financial reports
• Review State ARPA/IMLS funds distribution of $25,162.00
• Discuss holiday policy exceptions for December 23, 2021 and January 1, 2022
• Discuss E-rate, Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF), and Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) programs

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting on June 28, 2021. The board voted on several resolutions, including adopting an IT acceptable use policy, renewing an electric utility agreement, and approving a $198,419.35 contract to replace the county’s 911 telephone system. A public hearing was held on a rezoning request for a 4-acre parcel on Cottonwood Road in Lynchburg, changing its designation from residential to industrial for warehousing and distribution.

• Rezoning Tax Map #101-A-15B from R-1 to I-2 for 4-acre parcel at Cottonwood Road (Overstreet Enterprises, LLC)
• Contract renewal with ePlus Technologies for IT managed services for Southern Virginia ICAC Task Force at $61,008/year
• New $198,419.35 Intrado Viper 911 telephone system upgrade funded by $150K NG911 grant and $80,361.71 county balance
• Appropriation of $1,720,376.61 in remaining CARES Act funds for public safety salary recovery
• Approval of Appalachian Electric Power utility agreement through December 2024

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to consider public comment and conduct public hearings on two rezoning requests and a special review project. The commission will also address standard meeting procedures including the approval of the agenda.

• Public Hearing: Rezoning RZ21-0001 Overstreet Enterprises from R-1 to C-2
• Public Hearing: Rezoning RZ21-0002 Cottontown Investments, LLC from PRD to R-4
• Public Hearing: Special Review Project SRP21-0001 Ivy Creek BRWA Project

Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to hear public comments on the VDOT SmartScale project at the US Route 460 and Camp Jaycee Road intersection. Following a worksession, the Board will conduct a regular meeting to consider contract extensions for waste hauling services, the purchase of school recycling containers, and a new janitorial services contract.

• Resolution #R 061421-01: Extend solid waste and recycling hauling contracts with Bays Trash Removal and Republic Services through July 31, 2023
• Resolution #R 061421-02: Purchase up to 10 recycling containers for the Bedford County School System
• Resolution #R 061421-03: Authorize a contract for janitorial services
• Resolution #R 061421-04: Issue a Request for Proposals for a real estate broker

EDA Meeting

The Economic Development Authority of Bedford County will meet to approve the FY22 budget and review monthly financial and accounts payable reports. The board will also receive updates on business centers, including a build-out report for Lot 7 at the New London Business and Technology Center.

• Approval of EDA Budget FY22
• Payment of $76,790.00 to Hurt & Proffitt for Burnbridge Road sewer project
• Payment of $22,202.01 to Bank of the James for shell building loan closing costs
• Review of May 2021 accounts payable totaling $106,466.50

Library Board

The Bedford County Library Board will meet to review and vote on the proposed FY22 operating budget. The board will also consider the appointment of Sarah Mayhew to the BPLS Foundation Board of Directors and discuss library policies, IT, and financial reports.

• Appoint Sarah Mayhew to BPLS Foundation Board of Directors
• Vote on FY22 Operating Budget

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting VDOT’s Secondary Six-Year Plan for fiscal years 2022–2027, which allocates $5,988,622 for 19 secondary-road projects. The board will also consider four resolutions to designate Angel Place, Von Roy Road, Moorman Road, and Woods Road as Rural Rustic Roads so they qualify for state-funded resurfacing.

• Adopt VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan FY2022–2027 ($5,988,622 total)
• Designate Angel Place (Route 712) as Rural Rustic Road
• Designate Von Roy Road (Route 744) as Rural Rustic Road
• Designate Moorman Road (Route 635) as Rural Rustic Road
• Designate Woods Road (Route 682) as Rural Rustic Road

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Planning Commission will review and decide on a new subdivision ordinance concerning stormwater open space design. It will also revisit an old zoning ordinance related to the Planned District Master Plan. The meeting will include a citizen comment period and approval of the agenda.

• Approval of agenda
• Citizen comment period
• Old business: zoning ordinance – Planned District Master Plan Ordinance
• New business: subdivision ordinance – Stormwater Open Space Design

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors and Broadband Authority met to consider several resolutions, approve the FY22 county and school budgets, and discuss infrastructure projects. Key decisions included authorizing a $224,000 state homeland security grant for the Sheriff’s Office and adding portions of Bradford Crossing to the secondary system of state highways.

• Consideration of a resolution adding Bradford Crossing streets to the secondary state highway system (Resolution #R 051021-01)
• Consideration of a $224,000 state homeland security grant for the Sheriff’s Office (Resolution #R 051021-02)
• Adoption of the FY22 Bedford County Budget and School Board Budget (Resolution #R 051021-03)
• Authorization to refinance 2012 lease financing for energy conservation projects (Resolution #R 051021-04)
• Approval of renovations to the Sheriff’s evidence cottage (Resolution #R 051021-05)

EDA Meeting

The Economic Development Authority of Bedford County, VA reviews routine reports, April financials totaling $29,898.54, and the draft FY22 budget. No major decisions are listed; items are primarily informational or proposed.

• Review FY22 Draft EDA Budget
• April expenses total $29,898.54 including $22,202.01 for Bank of the James shell building loan closing costs
• Closed session to discuss prospective business expansion per §2.2-3711(A)(5)
• Proposed strategic planning session on August 27, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget and tax-rate ordinance, then vote on accepting a $604,210 state grant for the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. The board will also consider four zoning-related items: two special-use permits for Eastlake Community Church and a medical office, plus amendments to the subdivision and zoning ordinances.

• Accept $604,210 state ICAC grant (Resolution #R 042621-01)
• Approve FY2021-2022 budget with $114.4M general-fund revenues and $36.4M transfer to schools
• Approve special-use permit SU21-0001 for Eastlake Community Church athletic fields on Tax Map #222-A-15 & #233-A-1 (Resolution #R 042621-03)
• Approve special-use permit SU21-0002 for medical office on Tax Map #238-A-14B (Resolution #R 042621-04)
• Amend subdivision and zoning ordinances (Ordinance #O 042621-05 & #O 042621-06)

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors and the Broadband Authority will hold a worksession to discuss the county budget and receive an update from Briscnet regarding the broadband project. The Board will also hold a regular meeting to consider a $10,000 grant for the animal shelter, a tax exemption request for Crisis Response International, and contracts for property reassessment and real estate leasing.

• $10,000 grant for the Bedford County Animal Shelter
• Public hearing on tax exemption for Crisis Response International (Ordinance #O 041221-02)
• Renaming of Venhurst Drive property to Independence Park
• Lease of real property at 9261 Forest Road
• Contract for property reassessment services

Library Board

The Bedford County Library Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, hearing public comments, and receiving reports from the chair and director. Action items include appointing Library Foundation members and deciding on an education benefit. The board will also review policies, IT updates, a draft FY22 budget, and financials.

• Appoint Library Foundation members (action item)
• Education benefit (action item)
• Draft FY22 Operating Budget Rev1
• Policies and Procedures review
• IT update

EDA Meeting

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority meets to approve the meeting agenda and minutes, receive monthly reports from staff, and act on a tree project budget for the Town of Bedford. Members will also hear updates on local business centers and discuss sewer and tourism projects.

• Approve EDA budget for Town of Bedford tree project
• Lot 7 build-out report for New London Business and Technology Center
• Authorization of temporary construction entrance for Lot 3B at New London Center
• Burnbridge Road sewer project discussion
• Tourism Zone discussion

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will consider authorizing a $150,633 purchase of DemTech electronic poll books ahead of state decertification deadlines. The Board will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance amendment regarding satellite absentee voting. Additional business includes soliciting bids for a Sheriff's evidence building and applying for an arts partnership grant.

• Authorization to purchase the DemTech ePollTAB electronic poll book system for $150,633
• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance #O 032221-03 amending Chapter 6 elections code regarding satellite absentee voting
• Resolution #R 032221-04 authorizing bid solicitation for the Sheriff's evidence building
• Application for a $4,500 Virginia Commission for the Arts Creative Communities Partnership Grant with a $4,500 local match for the Sedalia Center

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two special use applications (SU21-0001 for educational facilities and SU21-0002 for medical offices) and two text amendments to the Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances. The commission will also discuss old business regarding a solar farm and new business on the 2030 Comprehensive Plan's transportation chapter.

• Public hearing: Special Use Application SU21-0001 for educational facilities (primary/secondary)
• Public hearing: Special Use Application SU21-0002 for medical office use
• Public hearing: Text Amendment TA21-0001 to Subdivision Ordinance
• Public hearing: Text Amendment TA21-0002 to Zoning Ordinance
• Discussion: Solar farm (old business) and 2030 Comprehensive Plan transportation chapter (new business)

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting to consider an emergency ordinance allowing public bodies to conduct meetings virtually during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ordinance, which passed, extends virtual meeting flexibility until May 7, 2021, with public access via live audio/video and comment options.

• Approval of Ordinance #O 030821-01 to allow virtual meetings for committees, authorities, and commissions
• Extension of virtual meeting rules until May 7, 2021
• Public access via live audio/video and comment options (email, phone, social media)
• Prior emergency ordinance readopted after expiring in March 2021

EDA Meeting

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, receive reports from the director and marketing, and review February financials and accounts payable. They will also discuss updates on the Town of Bedford tree project, contract extensions for landscaping at the Bedford Center and New London, and ratify a shell building lease at New London.

• Accounts payable total $10,554.93 for February
• Ratify shell building lease at New London Business and Technology Center
• Extension of landscaping contract at Bedford Center for Business
• Extension of landscaping contract at New London
• Tree project update from Town of Bedford

Library Board

The Bedford County Library Board is meeting to discuss routine operations, including a second consideration of a procurement policy and a proposal for security camera installation at the Forest and Moneta branches. The agenda also includes updates on building projects, programming, and financials. No major decisions are listed beyond the policy consideration.

• Second consideration of Procurement Policy
• Proposal for security camera install at Forest and Moneta
• Electrical work completed at Moneta
• Afterhours hold pickup lockers installed at Bedford and Moneta
• Small study rooms open at Forest

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to review the draft Fiscal Year 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), presented by Finance Director Ashley Anderson. The plan outlines proposed funding for county projects over five years, including major construction, equipment purchases, and facility improvements. No final decisions are being made at this worksession; it is a discussion and review item.

• New Joint Fleet Maintenance Facility: $300,000 design in FY22, $3M construction in FY23 and FY24
• Landfill Closure: $3,020,000 in FY23 and $6,000,000 in FY24
• Forest Library Expansion: $4,500,000 construction in FY26
• Montvale Library New Construction: $200,000 in FY23 and $2,135,000 in FY24
• Fire Apparatus Replacement: $564,582 in FY22, increasing annually to $822,910 in FY26

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession and regular meeting to consider initiating amendments to the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances, a rezoning request, and a grant application. The board will also hold a closed session regarding personnel and contract matters related to the Broadband project.

• Initiate amendments to Zoning Ordinance (R 022221-01) covering home occupations, fence heights, and broadcasting towers
• Initiate amendments to Subdivision Ordinance (R 022221-02) on digital filing and access to adjoining property
• Rezone portion of Tax Map #153-A-28D from R-1 to C-2 for New London Professional Center LLC (Ordinance #O 022221-03)
• Consider resolution authorizing $80,000 grant application with Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission (R 022221-04)
• Closed session for personnel and contract discussions related to Broadband project

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors holds a worksession to review staff presentations on Fiscal Year 2022 revenue estimates and the County Administrator's 'Big Rocks' budget priorities. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Fiscal Year 2022 revenue estimates presentation by Finance Director Ashley Anderson
• Fiscal Year 2022 'Big Rocks' budget priorities presentation by County Administrator Robert Hiss

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider several grant applications for the Sheriff's Office and authorize new on-call architectural and engineering service contracts. The board will also discuss the completion of Phase II Broadband projects and hold a closed session regarding personnel and public contract negotiations.

• Resolution #R 020821-01: $10,267.50 Body-worn Camera Grant
• Resolution #R 020821-02: $32,052.00 DMV Alcohol Enforcement Grant
• Resolution #R 020821-03: $6,300.00 DMV Occupant Protection Grant
• Resolution #R 020821-04: $11,200.00 DMV Speed Enforcement Grant
• Resolution #R 020821-05: On-call Architectural and Engineering service contracts

EDA Meeting

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority meets to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss a lease amendment for the Elba Butcher Shoppe. Reports include January expenses totaling $40,476.19 and updates from subcommittees.

• Approve January 2021 meeting minutes
• Review monthly financial report ($40,476.19 total expenses)
• Consider lease amendment for Elba Butcher Shoppe
• Propose CIP requests for grading Lots 1 and 3 (Montvale) and Lots 10a and 12a (New London)
• Approve $33,089.00 for new roof at Washington Street Properties

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors and Broadband Authority will hold a worksession and regular meeting to discuss FY2021-22 budget goals, a second-quarter financial review, and a CARES Act status report, followed by a closed session on legal and personnel matters. The regular meeting includes consent items, action items on fire-rescue staffing and equipment, broadband project approvals, and a resolution opposing boating access fees. Several items are routine or procedural, such as approval of minutes and board appointments.

• Resolution to reclassify a vacant Advanced Life Support Paramedic to a Training Officer position (R 012521-03)
• Resolution to amend Personnel Policy for a Leave Multiplier for Fire & Rescue personnel (R 012521-04)
• Resolution to purchase Infectious Disease Equipment for ambulances (R 012521-05)
• Resolutions accepting final project and releasing retainage for Phase II Broadband with ZiTEL LLC and B2X Online, Inc. (R 012521-06, R 012521-07)
• Resolution opposing fees for boating access sites by Department of Wildlife Resources (R 012521-08)

Regular Meeting

The Bedford County Board of Supervisors and Broadband Authority will hold a worksession and regular meeting on January 11, 2021. The board will organize for 2021 by re-adopting rules of procedure, electing a chairman and vice-chairman, and approving the inclement weather policy and meeting schedule. A public hearing will consider an ordinance to allow continuity of government operations during the pandemic, including altering the process for conducting public meetings. The agenda also includes a discussion on Explore Park and several administrative items.

• Public hearing on ordinance for continuity of government operations during pandemic (Resolution #R 011121-06)
• Re-adoption of Board of Supervisors Rules of Procedure (Resolution #R 011121-01)
• Selection of Chairman and Vice-Chairman (Resolutions #R 011121-02 and #R 011121-03)
• Approval of 2021 Inclement Weather Policy (Resolution #R 011121-04) and 2021 Meeting Schedule (Resolution #R 011121-05)
• Discussion on Explore Park

EDA Meeting

The Bedford County Economic Development Authority (EDA) meets to approve the January 7, 2021 agenda and minutes from December 3, 2020. Reports include the director’s update, marketing/business development, and monthly financial/account payable reports totaling $8,480.16. The meeting includes a closed session for real property acquisition and prospective business discussions.

• Approved agenda and December 2020 meeting minutes
• Reviewed December 2020 financial reports totaling $8,480.16
• Closed session for real property acquisition and prospective business discussions
• Final invoice of $93,459.50 for Master Engineers A&E Services (Shell Building)
• Monthly expenses for Whittington Consulting ($150.00) and Peaksview Landscaping ($400.00)

Library Board

The Bedford County Library Board is holding a regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from the board chair and library director. The director's report covers the long-range plan, policies, buildings, and financials. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Public comments period
• Director's report on long-range plan
• Director's report on policies and procedures
• Director's report on buildings
• Director's report on financials