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Thu Jul 16, 2026

Planning Commission

Zoning ordinance change to allow retail sales at bulk oil/propane storage sites

The Planning Commission will vote on two revisions to the county zoning ordinance: one changes the definition of Bulk Oil/Propane Storage, Commercial to permit retail sales, and the other adds this use as a conditional use in the B‑1 Business district. A work‑session will continue discussion of cell‑phone tower regulations based on a Board of Supervisors memo. No other discussion items are listed.

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Planning Commission Agenda Northumberland County, Virginia Meeting Location: 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, VA 22473 July 16, 2026 7:00 p.m. Call to Order Roll Call Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes Commissioners’ Comments Staff Members’ Comments Citizens’ Comments __________________________________________________________________ PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. Revisions to the Northumberland County Zoning Ordinance, § 148-3, to modify the definition of Bulk Oil/Propane Storage, Commercial, third sentence from “Such facilities shall not include retail sales.” to “Such facilities may include retail sales.” 2. Revisions to the Northumberland County Zoning Ordinance § 148, Attachment 1, Table of Usages to add Bulk Oil/Propane Storage, Commercial as a conditional use in the B-1, Business, General Zoning District. WORK SESSION ITEMS: 1. Continue discussions on cell phone tower regulations in the Zoning Ordinance, examine neighboring county’s cell phone tower zoning ordinances, per the Board of Supervisors memo dated 4-10-26. DISCUSSION ITEMS: There are no discussion items BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REPORT PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Next Meeting – August 20, 2026, 7 PM
Tue Jul 14, 2026

Electoral Board

✓ Decided: Electoral Board discusses upcoming training and pay revisions

The Board reviewed status updates for budget reconciliation and the Registrar's review. Discussions included preparations for OoE training on July 16, 2026, and a memo regarding revised OoE pay effective September 1, 2026.

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Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board The Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board (EB) conducted a meeting held at the Registrar’s Office, 45 Back Street, Heathsville, Virginia, 22473 on 14 July 2026. The following notes summarize discussions and decisions. Meeting Attendance: Austin Schmidt, Electoral Board Chair Joseph Rosenthal, Electoral Board Vice Chair, Not Present Wayne Hausser, Electoral Board Secretary Kathy Davenport, Registrar Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Previous meeting taskings 3. OoE Training 4. Meeting with County Administrator 5. GR’s annual evaluation 6. Security Report 7. Dual Primary Precinct Assignments 8. Taskings prior to next Electoral Board meeting Meeting Minutes 1. Meeting called to order at 2:02 pm. 2. June 2026 - Meeting Tasking Status  Budget reconciliation (Hausser) – Ongoing  Draft Registrar’s Review  Training Program  Letter to County Administrator  Email to OoE 3. OoE Training • Venue scheduled and Training material prepared for 16 Jul 2026 • Materials, Set-up, and Clean Up Discussion 4. Meeting with County Administrator Debrief • Revised OoE pay discussed • Secretary will prepare and submit Memo for implementation • Effective 1 September 2026 5. Registrar’s Review completed to be signed this week • Due 1 August 2026 6. OoE Roster Status 7. Security Report – will be handled later this week Northumberland Electoral Board Meeting | 14 July 2026 2 of 2 8. Taskings prior to nex [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jul 9, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Board to consider FY2026 budget amendment and zoning exception

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a budget amendment for school capital projects, emergency services, and opioid settlements. The meeting includes a public hearing for a zoning exception at 2082 Fleeton Road and reports on county timberlands and VDOT roadwork.

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Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Jul 09 2026 Agenda Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 Page 1. Opening of Meeting 5:30 P.M. A. Invocation - Pastor Gene L. Cumbia of Smithland Baptist Church B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Approval of Agenda 2. Approval of Minutes A. June 4, 2026 Special Meeting B. June 10, 2026 Special Meeting C. June 11, 2026 Regular Meeting D. June 15, 2026 Special Meeting E. June 18, 2026 Special Meeting F. June 23, 2026 Special Meeting 3. Presentations A. County Timber Discussion - Daniel Deitz County Timberland Document.pdf 4 B. Update from Virginia Department of Transportation Northumberland BOS Report 7-2026.pdf 7 C. Update from Northumberland County Public SchoolsJuly2026 Finance Exec Summary BoS.docx June 2026 check register.pdf June 2026 electronic payments.pdf YTD 2026 exp school RDA.pdf YTD 2026 rev school RDA.pdf 7_9_26_ BOS Pres.pdf 9 4. County Administrators Report A. Building Permit Report ������������� B. Re-appointment - Mr. Albert Fisher, Wetlands Board District II C. Transfer of Funds - Emergency Services EMS Transfer.pdf 20 D. Virginia Fire Programs Grant For Burn Building Award E. Emergency Services L3Harris Radios Request F. Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Waiver G. Emergency Services RSAF Grant Award H. Transfer/Supplemental Appropriation - Emergency Services RSAF Grant RSAF Grant Appropriation.pdf 22 I. Discus [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 18, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss cell phone tower regulations

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to continue discussions on cell phone tower regulations within the Zoning Ordinance. This follows a Board of Supervisors memo dated 4-10-26 and includes an examination of neighboring county ordinances.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves bulk oil storage changes for B-1 zoning districts

The Planning Commission approved revisions to the definition of bulk oil/propane storage and added it as a conditional use in B-1 Business, General zoning districts. These changes allow for retail sales at these facilities. The commission also discussed updates to the Telecommunications Tower zoning ordinance.

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Planning Commission Agenda Northumberland County, Virginia Meeting Location: 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, VA 22473 June 18, 2026 7:00 p.m. Call to Order Roll Call Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes Commissioners’ Comments Staff Members’ Comments Citizens’ Comments __________________________________________________________________ PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: There are no public hearing questions. WORK SESSION ITEMS: 1. Continue discussions on cell phone tower regulations in the Zoning Ordinance, examine neighboring county’s cell phone tower zoning ordinances, per the Board of Supervisors memo dated 4-10-26. DISCUSSION ITEMS: There are no discussion items BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REPORT PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Next Meeting – July 16, 2026, 7 PM
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1 Northumberland County Planning Commission June 18, 2026 Minutes The regular monthly meeting of the Northumberland County Planning Commission was held on June 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in person at the Northumberland Courts Building and using Zoom (telephonic meeting), with the following attendance: Chris Cralle Present Roger McKinley Present Vivian Diggs Present Patrick O’Brien Present Allen Garland Absent Garfield Parker Present John Kost Present Heidi Wilkins-Corey Present James Michel Absent Charles Williams Present James Brann Present Others in attendance: Stuart McKenzie (County Planner) RE: CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Parker at 7:01 pm, and he led the commission in the invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance. RE: AGENDA – June 18, 2026 Chairman Parker stated that per the Board of Supervisor’s Memo dated June 17, 2026, the agenda needs to be revised to accommodate their request for the Planning Commission to examine whether bulk oil storage is an appropriate conditional use in the B-1 zoning district. Mr. Kost made a motion to accept the revised June 18, 2026 agenda to add a work session on bulk oil storage and how it is addressed in the zoning ordinance, seconded by Mr. McKinley. The Commission unanimously voted to accept the revised meeting agenda. RE: MINUTES – May 21, 2026 Mr. Kost made a motion to accept the May 21, 2026 minutes, seconded by Mr. McKinley. The Commission unanimously voted t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

Electoral Board

✓ Decided: Electoral Board approves hourly rate increase for early voting staff

The Electoral Board approved an increased hourly rate for officers of election supporting early voting. The board also reviewed upcoming primary dates and training requirements.

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Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board The Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board (EB) conducted a meeting held at the Registrar’s Office, 45 Back Street, Heathsville, Virginia, 22473 on 16 June 2026. The following notes summarize discussions and decisions. Meeting Attendance: Austin Schmidt, Electoral Board Chair Joseph Rosenthal, Electoral Board Vice Chair – Excused Absense Wayne Hausser, Electoral Board Secretary Kathy Davenport, Registrar Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Previous meeting taskings 3. OoE Training 4. OoE Status Discussion 5. Early Voting Staffing Challenge 6. Calendar Review 7. Registrar Evaluation 8. Taskings prior to next Electoral Board meeting Meeting Minutes 1. Meeting called to order at 3:00 pm. (delay from L&A testing and programming) 2. May 26 - Meeting Tasking Status  Budget reconciliation (Hausser) – Ongoing through end of FY (June 30)  Training Program (Hausser) - Ongoing  Requests to Party Chiefs for additional poll officers (Austin & Joseph)  Message to OoE call for Availability 3. Training • Secretary to reach out to St Stephens to schedule venue for 16 July 2026 • Need to cover Dual Primary Responsibilities • Four Stations -- Machines, Set Up, Provisional, Closing the Polls 4. OoE Roster Status • Call for August Primary is complete, we may have 8 per precinct • Assignments pending. 5. Early Voting Staffing Challenge • Challenges with identifying OoE to support early weekend voting. • Discus [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 15, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Northumberland County Board of Supervisors to discuss FY27 budget

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss the draft FY27 budget, including potential cuts and additions. The meeting also includes a Planning Commission memorandum regarding bulk oil and gas storage on B-1 zoned properties.

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Board of Supervisors Meeting - Jun 15 2026 Agenda Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 6:00 P.M. A. Call to Order 2. County Administrator Items A. Budget Discussion Draft_FY27_Budget.pdf Potential Cuts_Additions.pdf 3. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1),(29) B. Reconvene into Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting 4. Closing of Meeting A. Planning Commission Memorandum - Bulk Oil and Gas Storage, Commercial Tanks on Properties zoned B-1, Business General B. Adjournment
Wed Jun 10, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Board to discuss FY27 budget and school funding

The Board of Supervisors will convene to discuss the Draft FY27 Budget, potential reductions and additions, and a transfer of funds to the School Board. The meeting will also include a resolution supporting the Gardy's Mill Pond Restoration.

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Board of Supervisors Meeting - Jun 10 2026 Agenda Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 6:00 P.M. A. Call to Order The special meeting was convened by Chairman Brann and held at the Northumberland Courthouse located at 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, VA 22473. B. Approval of the Agenda 2. County Administrator Items A. Transfer and Supplemental Appropriation - School Board Transfer-SA.pdf B. Payment Authorization - Elementary School Playground Deposit C. Budget Discussion Draft_FY27_Budget.pdf FY27_potential_reductions_additions.pdf D. Resolution - Gardy's Mill Pond Restoration Support 3. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1),(29) B. Reconvene into Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting D. Action Taken from Closed Meeting, State Compensation Board Bonus 4. Closing of Meeting A. Adjournment
Thu Jun 4, 2026

Board of Supervisors

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Board of Supervisors Meeting - Jun 04 2026 Agenda Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting A. Call to Order 2. Public Hearing (6:00P.M.) A. Effective Rate Increase: Northumberland County proposes to adopt a tax rate of $0.57 per $100 of assessed value. The difference between the lowered tax rate and the proposed tax rate would be $0.0979 per $100 of assessed value, or 20.7 percent. Notice for tax increase_FY27.doc 3. Presentations A. Poor House Tract Phase I Poor House Tract Phase I Presentation Final(26May26).pptx 4. Board Discussion Items A. NES Playground Funding return rev options for April consideration.pdf Northumberland ES-Existing_Rev B-Site Plan.pdf PROPOSAL #36536C.pdf 6_4_26_ BOS Pres.pdf B. School Buses Buses CIP 11122 Final.pdf C. Transfer of Funds - School Capital Improvement CIP transfer request June 2026.pdf 5. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1),(29) B. Reconvene into Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting 6. Closing of Meeting A. Adjournment
Thu May 28, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Board holds public hearing on FY27 budget tax rate increase

The Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY27 budget, which includes a $0.0979 increase in the tax rate (from $0.4721 to $0.57). The meeting will also discuss funding for the NES playground, school bus needs, and a supplemental appropriation for school capital improvements. An authorization for a handwritten check for a DEQ school well permit and approval of the School Board budget will be considered. Items related to a closed session and emergency procurement will also be addressed.

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Board of Supervisors Meeting - May 28 2026 Agenda Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting (6:00PM) A. Call to Order 2. Presentations A. Davenport & Company - County's Financial Advisor Northumberland County, VA - FB Policy Considerations 05.28.26 vF.pdf 3. Public Hearing A. The public hearing is being held pursuant to Section 15.2-2506 of the Code of Virginia, 1950 as amended, allowing the public to question and comment on the proposed budget. This proposed budget reflects a $.0979 increase in the tax rate, from $0.4721 (equalized tax rate after reassessment) to $.57. Budget Ad FY27.docx Draft_FY27_Budget.pdf 4. Board Discussion Items A. NES Playground Funding Discussion return rev options for April consideration.pdf Northumberland ES-Existing_Rev B-Site Plan.pdf PROPOSAL #36536C.pdf B. School Bus Discussion Buses CIP 11122 Final.pdf C. Supplemental Appropriation - School Capital Improvement NCSB CIP SA 052026.pdf D. Authorization for Hand Written Check - DEQ School Well Permit E. School Board Budget Approval 5. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1),(29) B. Reconvene into Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting D. Action Taken from Closed Meeting, Emergency Procurement for Director of Finance and School Financial Services 6. Closing of Meeting A. Adjournment
Tue May 26, 2026

Electoral Board

✓ Decided: Electoral Board set task deadlines and reviewed election supplies

The board discussed and updated several items, including the schedule for the 2026 primary filing deadline, upcoming web conference, required election supplies, and the 2026 election calendar. No formal approvals or votes were recorded; the items were noted for future action.

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Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board The Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board (EB) conducted a meeting held at the Registrar’s Office, 45 Back Street, Heathsville, Virginia, 22473 on 26 May 2026. The following notes summarize discussions and decisions. Meeting Attendance: Austin Schmidt, Electoral Board Chair Joseph Rosenthal, Electoral Board Vice Chair Wayne Hausser, Electoral Board Secretary Kathy Davenport, Registrar Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Previous meeting taskings 3. Elect Advisory, 21 May 2026 4. August/November Supplies & Equipment 5. OoE Status Discussion 6. Budget Discussion 7. Calendar Review 8. Precinct Review Update 9. Registrar Evaluation 10. Training Material 11. Taskings prior to next Electoral Board meeting Meeting Minutes 1. Meeting called to order at 2:00 pm. 2. March 10 - Meeting Tasking Status  Determine dates for 2026 Primary. o 26 May Last Day to File o Call on 27 May to define the remaining Schedule  Clarity on Kilmarnock Council and Mayoral Election o No Primary for this local election 3. ELECT Advisory, 21 May 2026 o 27 May Web Conference from State ELECT 4. August/November Supplies and Equipment • Machine Thumb Drives required for Primary & General Election o Have 39 ready for o More available in the courthouse (27 May, 1pm Archive Inventory) • Blank Ballot Paper required for On Demand ballot Printing (4,000 sheets) • Absentee Ballot Material (for 1,000 voters) to be finalized with the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 21, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss cell phone tower regulations

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to continue discussions on cell phone tower regulations within the Zoning Ordinance. This review follows a Board of Supervisors memo dated 4-10-26 and includes an examination of neighboring county ordinances.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved agenda and minutes; no substantive actions taken

The Planning Commission unanimously accepted the May 21, 2026 agenda and the April 16, 2026 meeting minutes. No motions were adopted on the draft cell‑phone tower zoning ordinance or any other substantive matter.

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Planning Commission Agenda Northumberland County, Virginia Meeting Location: 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, VA 22473 May 21, 2026 7:00 p.m. Call to Order Roll Call Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes Commissioners’ Comments Staff Members’ Comments Citizens’ Comments __________________________________________________________________ PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: There are no public hearing questions. WORK SESSION ITEMS: 1. Continue discussions on cell phone tower regulations in the Zoning Ordinance, examine neighboring county’s cell phone zoning ordinances, per the Board of Supervisors memo dated 4-10-26. DISCUSSION ITEMS: There are no discussion items BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REPORT PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Next Meeting – June 18, 2026, 7 PM
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1 Northumberland County Planning Commission May 21, 2026 Minutes The regular monthly meeting of the Northumberland County Planning Commission was held on April 16, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in person at the Northumberland Courts Building and using Zoom (telephonic meeting), with the following attendance: Chris Cralle Absent Roger McKinley Present Vivian Diggs Present Patrick O’Brien Present Allen Garland Present Garfield Parker Present John Kost Present Heidi Wilkins-Corey Present James Michel Absent Charles Williams Present James Brann Present Others in attendance: Stuart McKenzie (County Planner) RE: CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Parker at 7:03 pm, and he led the commission in the invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance. RE: AGENDA – May 21, 2026 Mr. O’Brien made a motion to accept the May 21, 2026 agenda, seconded by Mr. McKinley. The Commission unanimously voted to accept the meeting agenda. RE: MINUTES – April 16, 2026 Mr. Kost made a motion to accept the April 16, 2026 minutes, seconded by Mr. O’Brien. The Commission unanimously voted to accept the March meeting minutes. RE: COMMISSIONERS’ COMMENTS There were no commission member comments. RE: STAFF MEMBERS’ COMMENTS Staff indicated that at this time, there have been no conditional use permits submitted for next month’s meeting. RE: CITIZENS’ COMMENTS There were no citizens comments. 2 RE: PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hear [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 19, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Northumberland County Board of Supervisors holds budget work session

The Board of Supervisors will review budget presentations from several county departments and health services. The meeting includes closed sessions to address personnel and contract matters.

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Board of Supervisors Budget Work Session- May 19 2026 Agenda Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 3:30 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 3:30 P.M. A. Call to Order 2. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1) B. Reconvene in Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting D. Action Taken from Closed Meeting, Payroll Clerk/Benefits Administrator Position 3. Budget Work Presentations 5:30 P.M. A. Sheriff's Department B. Northern Neck - Middlesex Free Health Clinic C. Northumberland Public Library D. Department of Social Services E. Emergency Services 4. County Administrator Items A. Anti-Litter Committee Re-appointment - Clarence Dameron District III B. Middle Peninsula Juvenile Detention Commission Re-appointment 5. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1),(29) B. Reconvene into Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting D. Action Taken from Closed Meeting, Shannon O'Bier Payroll Assistance Contract E. Action Taken from Closed Meeting, Salary Adjustment 6. Closing of Meeting A. Adjournment
Thu May 14, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Board considers 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan and zoning requests

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the FY 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan and three land-use requests. The meeting also includes several fund transfers for the School Board and Emergency Services, as well as a request for an EMS vehicle.

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Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - May 14 2026 Agenda Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 5:30 P.M. A. Invocation - Pastor Lee Farmer of Coan Baptist Church B. Pledge of Allegiance C. Approval of Agenda 2. Approval of Minutes A. April 9, 2026 Regular Meeting B. April 23, 2026 Special Meeting C. April 30, 2026 Special Meeting 3. Presentations A. Update from Northumberland County Public Schools April 2026 check register.pdf April 2026 electronic register.pdf April 2026 revenue report.pdf May 2026 BOS Finance Exec Summary.docx nutrition proposal 2027 v2.pptx transfer req p1 May 2026.pdf transfer req p2 May 2026.pdf 4_14_26 BOS Pres.pptx B. Transfer of Funds - School Board C. Transfer of Funds - School Board D. Resolution - Honoring Ms. Connie Livesay Connie_Resolution.docx E. Resolution - EMS Week EMS Week 2026 BOS Resolution.docx F. Resolution - National Safe Boating Week Boaters_Safety_May_2026.docx G. Resolution - Police Week Police_Week_2026_May.docx H. Resolution - Teacher Appreciation Week Teacher Appreciation Week 2026.docx I. Update from the NCPS Booster Club J. Update from Virginia Department of Transportation Northumberland BOS Report 5-2026.pdf 4. County Administrators Report A. Building Permit Report B. Appointment - Mr. John Kost Rappahannock Community College Board C. Transfer of Funds - Emergency S [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 12, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Northumberland County Board of Supervisors to hold FY27 budget work session

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss the FY27 budget. The agenda also includes a request for a hardship supplement for the Sheriff's Office.

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Board of Supervisors Budget Work Session - May 12 2026 Agenda Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 5:30 P.M. A. Call to Order 2. County Administrator Items A. Sheriff's Office Hardship Supplement Request B. FY27 Budget Discussion 3. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1),(29) B. Reconvene into Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting 4. Closing of Meeting A. Adjournment
Thu May 7, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Northumberland County Board of Supervisors to discuss school budget and funding

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to discuss school budget appropriations and the FY 27 budget update. The agenda includes discussions on school bus and playground funding, as well as a change order proposal for a school well project.

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Board of Supervisors Special Meeting - May 07 2026 Agenda Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:30 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 5:30 P.M. A. Call to Order 2. County Administrator Items A. School Bus Discussion Buses CIP 11122 Final.pdf B. NES Playground Funding Discussion return rev options for April consideration.pdf C. School Budget Appropriations Discussion appropriation options.docx appropriation options implementation details.docx D. Stantec Change Order Proposal School Well Project E. FY 27 Budget Update Presentation FY27.pptx 3. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1),(29) B. Reconvene into Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting 4. Closing of Meeting A. Adjournment
Thu Apr 30, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Board of Supervisors to discuss school budget and capital project funding

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting to discuss funding for the NES Playground and school budget quarterly appropriations. Members will also review the potential use of Poor House Tract county land and a supplemental appropriation for capital projects.

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Board of Supervisors Special Meeting - Apr 30 2026 Agenda Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 5:30P.M. A. Call to Order 2. County Administrator Items A. NES Playground Funding Discussion return rev options for April consideration.pdf B. School Budget Quarterly Appropriations Discussion C. Potential Use of Poor House Tract County Land D. Supplemental Appropriation - Capital Projects Appropriation_CapitalProjects.pdf 3. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1) B. Reconvene into Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting 4. Closing of Meeting A. Adjournment
Thu Apr 23, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Board to hear School Board FY27 budget request

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the Northumberland County School Board's proposed FY27 budget, which requests a decrease of $244,095 in local funding compared to the previous year. The Board will also consider a resolution to approve a settlement with a group of opioid abatement defendants and review a school nutrition audit.

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Board of Supervisors Special Meeting - April 23, 2026 Agenda Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting A. Call to Order 2. Public Hearings 7:00P.M. A. Consideration of the Northumberland County School Board FY27 Budget. The public hearing is being held pursuant to Section 15.2-2506 of the Code of Virginia, 1950 as amended, allowing the public to question and comment on the proposed budget request. This request, reflects a decrease of $244,095 in local funding when compared to last year’s school budget request. School Board Budget Ad_FY27.pdf April 23 2026 School Division Hearing Budget .pptx 3. County Administrators Items A. FY27 Budget Update Budget Options.docx B. School Nutrition Audit Purpose of School Nutrition Audit.docx C. Opioid Abatement Resolution Resolution - Approval of Settlement with Group of Six Remnant Defendants.docx D. Transfer/Supplemental Appropriation - School Capital Improvement school well SA #2.pdf 4. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting § 2.2-3711 A(1) B. Reconvene into Open Meeting C. Certification of Closed Meeting 5. Closing of Meeting A. Adjournment
Wed Apr 22, 2026

Electoral Board

✓ Decided: Electoral Board approved election results for all precincts

The board opened, inventoried and examined the election envelopes for each precinct, compared the results and approved them. Signatures were verified, administrative errors were identified and corrective actions taken, and the envelopes were resealed. No other substantive actions were decided; the closed‑session discussion on provisional ballots was postponed for further research.

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Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board The Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board (EB) conducted a meeting held at the Registrar’s Office, 45 Back Street, Heathsville, Virginia, 22473 on 22 April 2026. The following notes summarize discussions and decisions. Meeting Attendance: Austin Schmidt, Electoral Board Chair Joseph Rosenthal, Electoral Board Vice Chair Wayne Hausser, Electoral Board Secretary Kathy Davenport, Registrar Agenda e 21 Special Election Results Review e Election Canvas Meeting Minutes 1. Meeting called to order at 12:00 pm. 2. Election Day Results Review e District 1 Precinct o Envelopes 2A & 2B Documents opened, inventoried, and examined. Results compared and approved - 500 Voters Signatures verified Paper Pollbooks added to Envelope 2B Envelopes resealed e District 2 Precinct o Envelopes 2A & 2B Documents opened, inventoried, and examined. o Results compared and approved - 479 Voters. o Signatures verified o Administrative errors identified and corrective actions conducted o Envelopes resealed e District 3 Precinct o Envelopes 2A & 2B Documents opened, inventoried, and examined. o Results compared and approved - 325 Voters o One voter registration checked in by mistake « Mistake was not corrected on day of election; » Incident was documented; « Situation verified with a finding of no impact to election results. o Signatures verified o Envelopes resealed o0o00 0 Northumberland Electoral Board Meeting | 10 March 2026 e District [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

Economic Development Commission

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Thu Apr 16, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews conditional use permit for 731 Old Glebe Point Rd

The Northumberland County Planning Commission met on April 16, 2026. It held a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit request by Graydon Hester for a multi‑unit dwelling on the R‑1 zoned property at 731 Old Glebe Point Road (Tax Map Parcel #36-(1)-31‑A1). The commission also reviewed the Northumberland County Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2027‑2031. In a work session, staff examined the county’s zoning ordinance on cell‑phone tower regulations and compared it with a neighboring county’s ordinance per a Board of Supervisors memo dated April 10, 2026.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission discusses conditional use permit for 731 Old Glebe Point Rd

The commission held a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit request for a multi‑unit dwelling on a property zoned R‑1 at 731 Old Glebe Point Road. Commissioners and staff reviewed the applicant’s description, raised questions about occupancy, parking, building code compliance, and possible conditions. No vote or final decision was recorded; the matter was left open for further consideration.

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Planning Commission Agenda Northumberland County, Virginia Meeting Location: 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, VA 22473 April 16, 2026 7:00 p.m. Call to Order Roll Call Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes Commissioners’ Comments Staff Members’ Comments Citizens’ Comments __________________________________________________________________ PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. Request by Graydon Hester, owner, for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a multi-unit dwelling on property zoned R-1, Residential General. The property is shown as Tax Map Parcel # 36-(1)-31-A1 and is located at 731 Old Glebe Point Road. 2. Consideration of the Northumberland County Capital Improvement Plan for the period FY 2027-2031. WORK SESSION ITEMS: 1. Examine Zoning Ordinance regarding cell phone tower regulations, examine neighboring county’s cell phone zoning ordinances, per the Board of Supervisors memo dated 4-10-26. DISCUSSION ITEMS: There are no discussion items BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REPORT PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Next Meeting – May 14, 2026, 7 PM
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1 Northumberland County Planning Commission April 16, 2026 Minutes The regular monthly meeting of the Northumberland County Planning Commission was held on April 16, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in person at the Northumberland Courts Building and using Zoom (telephonic meeting), with the following attendance: Chris Cralle Present Roger McKinley Present Vivian Diggs Present Patrick O’Brien Present Allen Garland Absent Garfield Parker Present John Kost Present Heidi Wilkins-Corey Absent James Michel Present Charles Williams Present James Brann Present Others in attendance: Stuart McKenzie (County Planner) RE: CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Parker at 7:08 pm, and he led the commission in the invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance. RE: AGENDA – April 16, 2026 Mr. Kost made a motion to accept the April 16, 2026 agenda, seconded by Mr. O’Brien. The Commission unanimously voted to accept the meeting agenda. RE: MINUTES – March 19, 2026 Mr. Michel made a motion to accept the March 19, 2026 minutes, seconded by Mr. O’Brien. The Commission unanimously voted to accept the March meeting minutes. RE: COMMISSIONERS’ COMMENTS There were no commission member comments. RE: STAFF MEMBERS’ COMMENTS There were no staff member comments. RE: CITIZENS’ COMMENTS There were no citizens comments. RE: PUBLIC HEARINGS 2 Chairman Parker asked staff about the public hearings scheduled. Mr. McKenzie stated the first pub [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 14, 2026

Electoral Board

✓ Decided: Electoral Board assigns precinct outreach and training tasks

The board directed the Secretary to contact precinct officers by March 13, 2026, and to complete a precinct officer training review and preparation by April 1, 2026. It noted that four officers have dropped since April 1 and said the board will request additional volunteers before the August primary. No votes were recorded.

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Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board The Northumberland County, Virginia Electoral Board (EB) conducted a meeting held at the Registrar’s Office, 45 Back Street, Heathsville, Virginia, 22473 on 14 April 2026. The following notes summarize discussions and decisions. Meeting Attendance: Austin Schmidt, Electoral Board Chair Joseph Rosenthal, Electoral Board Vice Chair Wayne Hausser, Electoral Board Secretary Kathy Davenport, Registrar Meeting Documents Not Applicable this meeting Agenda • Previous meeting taskings • Officer of Election (OoE) Training After Action Review • OoE Assignment Update • Election Week (20-24 April) sand table review • 2026 Calendar Review • Taskings prior to next Electoral Board meeting Meeting Minutes 1. Meeting called to order at 2:15 pm. 2. March 10 - Meeting Tasking Status  Secretary will contact Precinct Officers by 13 March 2026.  Precinct officer training review and Preparation by Secretary prior to 1 April 2026.  Precinct Binders 3. OoE Training After Action Review • Requests for experiential learning • Offer Class prior to August Primary • Alternate training locations to be evaluated 4. OoE Assignment Update • Four have dropped since 1 April. • Waiting on requests for OoE to changes precincts • NC EB will plan to request additional volunteers prior to August Primary 5. Election Week “sand-table” Review • Monday, 20 April o Equipment Delivery 7:30 AM starting at Callao / then St Stephens o 8:3 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Apr 9, 2026

Board of Supervisors

Board will hear request for 195‑foot communications tower on Movie Hall Lane

The Board will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit request to build a 195‑foot communications tower on Movie Hall Lane (Tax Map Parcel #8‑B(1)-116, B‑1 zone). The meeting also includes discussion of public comments on the 2026 Comprehensive Plan and several supplemental appropriations for county departments.

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Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Apr 09 2026 Agenda Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 5:30 P.M. A. Invocation - Pastor Lee Farmer of Coan Baptist Church Pastor Lee Farmer led the invocation. B. Pledge of Allegiance Supervisor Fisher led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. C. Approval of Agenda County Administrator Tadlock asked the Board if they'd like to move closed session to the end of the meeting. He also made the public aware that the request by Darryl & Joyce Krolicki for an exception to the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Ordinance has been tabled as requested by the applicant and the request by NNK Associates, LLC and Mark Hagan for an exception to the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Ordinance has been withdrawn, so those public hearings will no longer be held tonight. 2. Approval of Minutes A. March 12, 2026 Regular Meeting B. March 24, 2026 Special Meeting C. March 25, 2026 Special Meeting 3. Presentations A. Proclamation - Telecommunicators Week Telecommunicators Week 2026.pdf B. Proclamation - National Library Workers Day Library Worker's Day Proclamation 2026.pdf C. Proclamation - Child Abuse Prevention Month Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation 2026.pdf D. Bay Consortium Charter Update E. Update from Virginia Department of Transportation Northumberland BOS Report 4-2026.pdf F. Update from Northumberland County Public [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 26, 2026

Joint Finance Committee

Joint Finance Committee to discuss FY27 school budget and revenue

The Joint Finance Committee will meet to review the FY27 school budget and the return of excess school revenue to the County. Members will also discuss a proposed mission statement and a County/School MOU.

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✓ Decided: Joint Finance Committee approved a revised mission statement

The committee approved the minutes from the March 5, 2026 meeting. It also approved a revised mission statement that incorporates the superintendent’s wording change. The meeting included updates on the FY27 school budget hearing and the creation of two new capital reserve accounts.

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Agenda Joint Finance Committee Thursday, March 26, 2026 – 5:30 p.m. General District Courtroom – 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, VA 1. Review and approval of minutes from 3/5/26 2. Discussion of Proposed Mission Statement for the Joint Finance Committee 3. Update on FY27 school budget 4. Status of creation of capital reserve accounts 5. Status on return of excess school revenue to the County 6. Review and discussion of County/School MOU 7. Update on VDoE audit of school division 8. Update on ERP project RFI 9. Multi-jurisdictional health insurance consortium update 10. ??? 11. Next meeting: April 30,2026??? FORWARD TOGETHER
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Northumberland County Joint Finance Committee Meeting Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. General District Courtroom- 220 Judicial Pl., Heathsville Co-Chair John Kost called the Joint Finance Committee meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. in the General District Courtroom located at 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, V A 22473. 1. Review and Approval of Minutes from 3/5/2026 Motion to approve the minutes from the Joint Finance Committee meeting on March 5, 2026. Motion by: James W. Brann, second by: Chip Williams. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Aye: James W. Brann, Chip Williams, John Kost, Dave Curran, Carolyn Crockett, Heather Cockrell 2. Discussion of Proposed Mission Statement for the Joint Finance Committee Mr. Kost provided inserts of 2023 Joint Finance Committee meeting minutes to share where the committee has been and where they would like to go now. He proposed a new mission statement for the committee as follows: “The purpose of the Northumberland County Joint Finance Committee is to continue to build trust and accountability between the Board of Supervisors and the School Board with regard to County and school finances and to identify strategic issues and opportunities that drive effectiveness and efficiency in and across the administration of the County and its School Division.” Superintendent Karen Leslie requested that the “school finances” be revised to “School Division finances” because people get confused and think there’s on [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 25, 2026

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: County to take over Dominion Energy bills for School Board office starting July 2026

The board convened a closed session to discuss personnel matters, then reconvened in an open session. They certified the closed session and approved that the School Board will remain responsible for Dominion Energy bills through FY26, with the county assuming responsibility beginning July 1, 2026. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Board of Supervisors Special Meeting - Mar 25 2026 Minutes Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 3:00 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 3:00PM A. Call to Order 2. Items Related to Closed Meeting A. Convene into Closed Meeting Motion to Action: A. Convene into Closed Meeting: convene into closed meeting as permitted by Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1);1. Discussion, consideration, or interviews of prospective candidates for employment; assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of specific public officers, appointees, or employees of any public body; and evaluation of performance of departments or schools of public institutions of higher education where such evaluation will necessarily involve discussion of the performance of specific individuals. Any teacher shall be permitted to be present during a closed meeting in which there is a discussion or consideration of a disciplinary matter that involves the teacher and some student and the student involved in the matter is present, provided that the teacher makes a written request to be present to the presiding officer of the appropriate board. Nothing in this subdivision, however, shall be construed to authorize a closed meeting by a local governing body or an elected school board to discuss compensation matters that affect the membership of such body or board collectively. Moved by: Keith Harris; seconded by: Al Fisher [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 24, 2026

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board moved to convene a closed meeting under Virginia law

The Board heard a presentation on land‑use values and heard extensive public comments about the program. No changes to land‑use rates or values were adopted. The Board approved a motion to convene a closed meeting as allowed by Virginia Code §2.2-3711.

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Board of Supervisors Meeting - Mar 24 2026 Minutes Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:30 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 5:30P.M. A. Call to Order The special meeting was convened by Chairman Brann and held at the Northumberland Courthouse located at 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, VA 22473. 2. County Administrator Items A. Land Use Discussion Commissioner of Revenue Todd Thomas provided the Board with documents related to the land use program in Northumberland. The documents discussed can be accessed in the attachments. Mr. Thomas presented the current land use figures for Northumberland, Westmoreland, Lancaster, and Richmond counties, stating that Northumberland and Westmoreland have always aligned at $800 per acre for agricultural, open space and horticulture and $500 per acre for forestry. Northumberland Current Figures.pdf Mr. Thomas referenced the 2026 Forest Land Use Values chart and discussed the amount of dollars per acre of land based on the site productivity across different counties. 2026 Forest Land Use Values.pdf Mr. Thomas referenced the State Land Evaluation Advisory Council 2026 Suggested Dollar-Per-Acre Assessment Range for Qualifying Open Space Land Under the Use Value Tax Assessment Program. He explained that these are golf courses and we don't have many in the County, so it wouldn't make a big impact on taxes. Northumberland County is listed at 700-1,200 per acre. State Land Evaluation Advisory Co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026

Planning Commission

No agenda items; meeting limited to reviewing minutes

The Planning Commission did not provide an agenda for the March 19, 2026 meeting. The body will likely only review the minutes from the previous session, as indicated by the notice. No specific rezoning, contracts, ordinances, or other decisions are listed.

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Meeting Material There is no agenda available for this meeting. Please review the minutes. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SUPPORTING DOCUMENT 03-19-2026 DRAFT CIP.PDF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA 03-19-2026.PDF 1. Documents:
Tue Mar 17, 2026

Economic Development Commission

EDC to discuss school job fair, VA 250 museum, and survey

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission will review meeting notes, discuss current projects including a job fair and the VA 250 Mobile Museum, and consider the 'Pillars of Community Growth' survey.

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Northumberland County Economic Development Commission Meeting: March 17, 2026 6-8 pm 1. Roll Call 2. Agenda Review 3. Review of Meeting Notes: February 2026 4. Commissioners’ Corner 5. Executive Director Items 6. County Administrator Corner 7. Current Projects a. Northumberland High School Job Fair b. V A 250 Mobile Museum planning and preparation c. Heritage Fair in conjunction with the V A 250 Mobile Museum d. Pillars of Community Growth Survey e. Poor House Tract/ Dodlyt Road Analysis 8. New Business 9. Citizen Engagement 10. Adjournment
Thu Mar 12, 2026

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board approved $5.3M quarterly appropriation for the School Board

The Board approved a $5,311,742 fourth quarterly appropriation for the School Board (5‑0). It also authorized a $2,916 contract for utility location services for the school well project (5‑0). Additional actions included approving remote participation via Zoom, the meeting agenda, a transfer of $125,690.33 to a new County school CIP account, a Red Cross Month proclamation, and a resolution recognizing 911 telecommunication officers as first responders (all 5‑0).

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Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting - Mar 12 2026 Minutes Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM 220 Judicial Pl. Heathsville, VA 22473 1. Opening of Meeting 5:30 P.M. A. Remote Participation Motion to ratify Mr. Brann's approval and to allow Supervisor Harris to participate via zoom during the meeting as allowed under the Board's adopted remote participation policy. Moved by: James Brann; seconded by: Chip Williams Aye: James Long, James Brann, Chip Williams, Al Fisher, and Keith Harris Motion Carried 5-0 B. Invocation - Pastor Kori Kiss, Bethany Baptist Church Pastor Kori Kiss led the invocation. C. Pledge of Allegiance Supervisor Long led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. D. Approval of Agenda County Administrator Tadlock stated that Northern Neck Electric Cooperative and Dominion Energy will be presenting together tonight and asked if the Board would like to move closed meeting to the end of the agenda. The Board requested closed meeting be moved to the end. Motion to approve the agenda for today's meeting with the suggested revisions. Moved by: Al Fisher; seconded by: James Long Aye: James Long, James Brann, Chip Williams, Al Fisher, and Keith Harris Motion Carried 5-0 2. Approval of Minutes Page 1 of 15 A. February 12, 2026 Regular Meeting Motion to approve the minutes from the regular meeting on February 12, 2026. Moved by: Chip Williams; seconded by: James Long Aye: James Long, James Brann, Chip Williams, Al Fisher, and Keith [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 5, 2026

Joint Finance Committee

No agenda available for Joint Finance Committee meeting

The provided documentation does not contain a list of items for decision or discussion. The record indicates there is no agenda available for this meeting.

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✓ Decided: John Kost and Heather Cockrell appointed co‑chairs of Joint Finance Committee

The committee voted to appoint the two new citizen representatives, John Kost and Heather Cockrell, as co‑chairs. The motion carried with six members voting aye. The committee also agreed to reconvene on March 26, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

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Meeting Material There is no agenda available for this meeting. Please review the minutes. JOINT FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING SUPPORTING DOCUMENT 03-05-2026 COMMUNICATION FLOW CHART.PDF JOINT FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA 03-05-2026.PDF 1. Documents:
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Northumberland County Joint Finance Committee Meeting Thursday, March 5, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. General District Courtroom- 220 Judicial Pl., Heathsville Chairman Brann of the Board of Supervisors called the Joint Finance Committee meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. in the General District Courtroom located at 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, V A 22473. 1. Re-organization: Chairs/Co-Chairs Chairman Brann of the Board of Supervisors stated that the two citizen representatives served as the co-chairs in the past, so he’d like to see the two new citizen representatives, Mr. John Kost and Mrs. Heather Crockrell, serve as the co-chairs of the committee. Chairman Curran of the School Board agreed. Motion to appoint Mr. John Kost and Mrs. Heather Cockrell as the co-chairs of the Joint Finance Committee. Motion by: James W. Brann, second by: Chip Williams. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Aye: James W. Brann, Chip Williams, John Kost, Dave Curran, Carolyn Crockett, Heather Cockrell Mr. Kost asked if minutes are drafted for the committee meetings and asked if the co- chairs work with the committee members to draft and set the agenda prior to meetings. The committee confirmed that the Executive Assistant of the County Administrator does the minutes for the committee meetings and the co-chairs will draft and set the agenda with the help of the committee. 2. School Procedural Chart Discussion Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Karen Leslie, explained that the p [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 3, 2026

Electoral Board

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Mon Mar 2, 2026

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board approves $160,000 road improvement and drainage easement for Forest Green Subdivision

The Board approved a drainage easement for the Forest Green Subdivision. It also adopted a Rural Addition Resolution to add Forest Green Road to the state secondary system, funding the improvement with $160,000 from SSYP Telefees. A motion was carried to advertise a public hearing on the revised Comprehensive Plan. The Board denied all health‑insurance proposals received for FY27.

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Special Called Board of Supervisors Meeting (Monday, March 2, 2026) Northumberland County, Virginia Members Present: James W. Brann, Chip Williams, AC Fisher, Jr., Keith Harris Members Absent: James M. Long Other Staff Present: Mr. Luttrell Tadlock, County Administrator Mr. Drew Basye, Assistant County Administrator Ms. Morgan Wilson, Executive Assistant Mr. Carl Hayden, IT Technician Ms. Mary Dodson, Bookkeeper & Benefits Administrator 1. Opening of Meeting 3:30P.M. Information: A. Call to Order The special meeting was convened by Chairman Brann and held at the Northumberland Courthouse located at 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, V A 22473. 2. County Administrator Items Action, Information: A. Forest Green Subdivision Drainage Easement County Administrator Tadlock reminded the Board that last year Forest Green Subdivision requested the Board’s assistance in road modifications and improvements. At that time, the Board held a public hearing at the meeting on May 8, 2025 on the secondary six-year plan and included Forest Green Subdivision into that plan. The individuals in that subdivision have been working with Mr. David Beale from VDOT on the necessary paperwork and are here tonight in hopes of obtaining approval of a drainage easement by the County. In addition to the drainage easement, once that is approved and recorded, there is a resolution that the Board must pass as well. Motion to approve the drainage easement for Forest Gr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider 195-foot communications tower on Movie Hall Lane

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit for a communications tower. The body will also conduct a work session to review the 2025 End of the Year Report and the Comprehensive Plan Revision.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommended approval of 195‑ft cell tower permit

The commission unanimously accepted the meeting agenda and the January 19 minutes, and also unanimously approved remote participation for a Zoom attendee. A public hearing was held on a conditional use permit for a 195‑foot communications tower on Movie Hall Lane (Tax Map Parcel # 8‑B(1)-116). The commission voted to recommend approval of the permit to the Board of Supervisors.

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Planning Commission Agenda Northumberland County, Virginia Meeting Location: 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, VA 22473 February 19, 2026 7:00 p.m. Call to Order Roll Call Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes Commissioners’ Comments Staff Members’ Comments Citizens’ Comments __________________________________________________________________ PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1. Request by Anthony Mangano, owner, for a Conditional Use Permit to construct a 195-foot communications tower on property zoned B-1, Business General. The property is shown as Tax Map Parcel # 8-B(1)-116 and is located on Movie Hall Lane. WORK SESSION ITEMS: 1. 2025 End of the Year Report 2. Comprehensive Plan Revision Final Review DISCUSSION ITEMS: There are no discussion items BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REPORT PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Next Meeting – MARCH 19, 2025, 7 PM
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1 Northumberland County Planning Commission February 19, 2026 Minutes The regular monthly meeting of the Northumberland County Planning Commission was held on February 19, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in person at the Northumberland Courts Building and using Zoom (telephonic meeting), with the following attendance: Chris Cralle Present Roger McKinley Present Vivian Diggs Present Patrick O’Brien Present Allen Garland Present Garfield Parker Present John Kost Present Heidi Wilkins-Corey Absent James Michel Zoom Charles Williams Present James Brann Present Others in attendance: Stuart McKenzie (County Planner) RE: CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Parker at 7:01 pm, and he led the commission in the invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance. RE: AGENDA – February 19, 2026 Mr. O’Brien made a motion to accept the February 19, 2026 agenda, seconded by Mr. Kost. The Commission unanimously voted to accept the meeting agenda. RE: MINUTES – January 15, 2026 Mr. O’Brien made a motion to accept the January 19, 2026 minutes, seconded by Mr. Kost. The Commission unanimously voted to accept the January meeting minutes. RE: REMOTE PARTICIPATION Mr. Michel was attending the meeting via Zoom. Mr. McKenzie asked the Commission if they would like to vote to allow Mr. Michel to participate remotely. Mr. O’Brien made a motion to allow Mr. Michel to participate remotely, which was seconded by Mr. Kost. The Commission unanimously voted to [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 19, 2026

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board authorizes advertising bid for mowing and groundskeeping services

The Board convened a closed session, then reconvened in an open session and certified the closed meeting. They approved authorizing staff to advertise an Invitation For Bid for mowing and groundskeeping services. The meeting was then adjourned.

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Special Called Board of Supervisors Meeting (Thursday, February 19, 2026) Northumberland County, Virginia Members Present: James M. Long, James W. Brann, Chip Williams, AC Fisher, Jr., Keith Harris Other Staff Present: Mr. Luttrell Tadlock, County Administrator Mr. Drew Basye, Assistant County Administrator Mr. Carl Hayden, IT Technician Ms. Mary Dodson, Bookkeeper & Benefits Administrator 1. Opening of Meeting 3:00P.M. Information: A. Call to Order The special meeting was convened by Chairman Brann and held at the Northumberland Courthouse located at 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, V A 22473. 2. Items Related to Closed Meeting Action, Information: A. Convene into Closed Meeting Motion to Action: A. Convene into Closed Meeting: convene into closed meeting as permitted by Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1)(29);1. Discussion, consideration, or interviews of prospective candidates for employment; assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of specific public officers, appointees, or employees of any public body; and evaluation of performance of departments or schools of public institutions of higher education where such evaluation will necessarily involve discussion of the performance of specific individuals. Any teacher shall be permitted to be present during a closed meeting in which there is a discussion or consideration of a disciplinary matter that involves the teacher and some [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

Economic Development Commission

EDC to discuss VA 250 Mobile Museum and Heritage Fair projects

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission will review meeting notes, discuss current projects including the VA 250 Mobile Museum and Heritage Fair, and hear updates from the executive director and county administrator.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously

The commission voted to approve the meeting agenda as presented, with a unanimous vote. It also approved the minutes from the January 2026 meeting, again unanimously. No other substantive actions or approvals were taken during the session.

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Northumberland County Economic Development Commission Meeting: February 17, 2026 6-8 pm 1. Roll Call 2. Agenda Review 3. Review of Meeting Notes: January 2026 4. Commissioners’ Corner 5. Executive Director Items 6. County Administrator Corner 7. Current Projects a. V A 250 Mobile Museum planning and preparation b. Heritage Fair in conjunction with the V A 250 Mobile Museum 8. New Business 9. Citizen Engagement 10. Adjournment
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Northumberland County Economic Development Commission Meeting: February 17, 2026 6:00 – 8:00 PM 1. Opening of Meeting Call to Order The meeting was called to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. A quorum was present. In attendance were Commissioners: Maurice Johnson, Melissa Carter, and Dr. Karen Pica; Staff: Drew Basye, Robert Bullard, John Kost (Planning Commission); Citizens: Ms. Wendy Berrier. 2. Agenda Review Commissioners reviewed the meeting agenda. Motion made and seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Vote: Approved unanimously. 3. Approval of Minutes: January 2026 Meeting Commissioners reviewed the minutes from the January 2026 meeting. Motion made and seconded to approve the January meeting minutes. Vote: Approved unanimously. 4. Commissioner’s Corner a. District 1 – Vacant b. District 2 – Vacant c. District 3 – Ms. Carter i. Requested an update regarding the Community Development Block Grant project in the Lively/Lancaster area. d. District 4 – Dr. Pica i. Inquired about the Rural Investment Collaborative grant application expected to move forward in the coming month. ii. Noted a newspaper article regarding the Horn Harbor Marina owner discussing economic development initiatives and potential investment plans. iii. Reported that construction has begun on the new landscaping business near the Ditchley Recycling Center. e. District 5 – Mr. Johnson i. Reported coordination with Sandy Maynard regarding regional initiatives [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 12, 2026

Board of Supervisors

✓ Decided: Board declared a local emergency due to winter storm

The Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution declaring a local emergency on Jan. 22, 2026 because of a winter storm. Several supplemental appropriations were approved, including $2,289 for a vision‑screening grant and $67,745.95 for school safety. A citizen representative, John Kost, was appointed to the Joint Finance Committee. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved.

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Regular Meeting (Thursday, February 12, 2026) Northumberland County, Virginia Members Present: James M. Long, James W. Brann, Chip Williams, AC Fisher, Jr., Keith Harris Other Staff Present: Mr. Luttrell Tadlock, County Administrator Mr. Drew Basye, Assistant County Administrator Ms. Morgan Wilson, Executive Assistant Mr. Carl Hayden, IT Technician Ms. Mary Dodson, Bookkeeper & Benefits Administrator The regular monthly meeting was convened by Chairman Brann and held at the Northumberland Courthouse located at 220 Judicial Place, Heathsville, V A 22473. 1. Opening of Meeting Procedural: A. Invocation - Pastor Lee Farmer of Coan Baptist Church Pastor Lee Farmer led the invocation. Procedural: B. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Beale led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Action: C. Approval of Agenda County Administrator Tadlock suggested moving the closed session to the end of the meeting and Chairman Brann requested that VDOT be the first presentation tonight. Motion to approve the agenda for today's meeting with the suggested revisions. Motion by: Chip Williams, second by: James M. Long. Final Resolution: Motion Carried Aye: James M. Long, James W. Brann, Chip Williams, AC Fisher, Jr., Keith Harris 2. Approval of Minutes Action, Information, Minutes: A. January 8, 2026 Regular Meeting Motion to approve the minutes from the regular meeting on January 8, 2026. Motion by: James M. Long, second by: Chip Williams. Final Resolution: M [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 12, 2026

Electoral Board

✓ Decided: Electoral Board issues advisory for April 21 special election on redistricting amendment

The Northumberland County Electoral Board released an urgent advisory outlining the required ballot language, brochure and poster distribution, deadlines, and webinar attendance for the April 21, 2026 special election on a proposed constitutional amendment on redistricting. No formal votes or approvals were recorded; the meeting consisted solely of procedural instructions.

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Page 1 Official ELECT Advisory DATE: February 6, 2026 SUBJECT: [URGENT] Special Election April 21, 2026 for Proposed Constitutional Amendment on Redistricting WHY THIS IS NEEDED: During the 2026 Regular Session of the General Assembly, legislators passed and the Governor signed  desigHouse Bill 1384 nating a Proposed Constitutional Amendment question to be presented to voters in an April 21, 2026 Special Election. HOW THIS AFFECTS YOU: There will be a special election on April 21, 2026 for all Virginia localities. ELECT has already entered the Special Election and the Constitutional Amendment contest into VERIS. Election information and deadlines are posted on the Upcoming Elections page on ELECT's website.  According to Va. Code § 30-19.9, ELECT must provide General Registrars with "copies of an explanation of such amendment to be placed at each registration site in sufficient number to provide a copy to any interested person, and to election officials to be posted at the polling places on the day of the election." Once the official Proposed Constitutional Amendment Explanation is approved by the General Assembly, the explanation will be posted on ELECT's  website and ELECT will place the order for materials.  You should have already ordered Proposed Constitutional Amendment Explanation brochures and to provide to voters and post in polling places and posters at early voting sites (see 2/2/26 Official ELECT Advisory). The estimated delivery date will be comm [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 3, 2026

Electoral Board

✓ Decided: Board adopted the 2026 election calendar with key voting dates

The Electoral Board set the schedule for the 2026 elections, including primary, general and special elections. It listed filing deadlines, V‑Drive media receipt dates, early‑voting periods, precinct officer training dates and election days. The state approved the ballot on 20 Aug 2026. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

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As of: 04 Feb 26 a. Estimated last date of Law 10-Feb-26 Tuesday b. V-Drive Media Received 03-Mar-26 Tuesday c. Early Voting Begins 06-Mar-26 Friday d. Precinct Officer Training 01-Apr-26 Wednesday e. Election Day 21-Apr-26 Tuesday a. Filing Deadline 02-Apr-26 Thursday b. V-Drive Media Received 16-Apr-26 Thursday c. Early Voting Begins 01-May-26 Friday d. Precinct Officer Training 27-May-26 Wednesday e. Election Day 16-Jun-26 Tuesday a. Ballot Approved by State 20-Aug-26 Saturday b. V-Drive Media Received 03-Sep-26 Thursday c. Early Voting Begins 18-Sep-26 Friday d. Precinct Officer Training 14-Oct-26 Wednesday e. Election Day 03-Nov-26 Tuesday 2026 Election Calendar Special Election Primary Election General Election
Tue Feb 3, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves variance for Webster property at 238 North Sioux Rd

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the minutes from the January 6 meeting unanimously. A variance request from William F. and Denise C. Webster to build a structure closer than 60 feet to the street centerline at 238 North Sioux Road was reviewed and approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

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NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS FEBRUARY 3, 2026 MINUTES At the regular monthly meeting of the Northumberland County Board of Zoning Appeals held on February 3, 2026 in the Sheriff’s Office in Heathsville, Virginia at 7:00 PM: Present Absent Chairman - Dandridge Crabbe James Packett Vice-Chairman - John Hendrickson Michael Baughan Daniel Wiggins Chairman Crabbe, called the meeting to order. On a motion by John Hendrickson, seconded by Daniel Wiggins, the minutes of the January 6, 2026, meeting were unanimously approved. SecThere was no old business to come before the Board. The Board then heard a request by William F. and Denise C. Webster, owners, for a variance to the Northumberland County Zoning Ordinance, Article VII, Section 148-72 to allow a structure less than the required 60 feet from the center of the street right-of-way. The property is located on Tax Map Parcel#53-A(5)8-17 at 238 North Sioux Road. Roger McKinley described the request and the need for an addition as close to 900 square feet as possible. After reviewing the request and site plan for the new dwelling and there having been no objections regarding the size and placement of the addition, Chairman Crabbe made a motion to approve the request. Daniel Wiggins seconded the motion. The Board unanimously voted to approve. There being no further business to come before the Board, on a motion by Daniel Wiggins seconded by John Hendrickson, the meeti [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

Economic Development Commission

Commission will vote on Do.Stay.Eat Map funding and the 2027 budget

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission will elect a chairman and vice‑chairman, adopt by‑laws, and adopt a remote participation policy. It will approve meeting dates, review and approve the November 2025 minutes (noting no December meeting), and vote on two items: Do.Stay.Eat Map funding and the 2027 EDC budget. The meeting also includes informational updates on a VEDP survey, strategic plan, Virginia Main Street, the NNK250 Mobile Tour, and a loan grant program, plus standard commissioner and administrator reports, current projects, new business, and citizen engagement.

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✓ Decided: EDC approves FY2027 budget amendment adding $240 MapHub expense

The commission unanimously approved the FY2027 budget amendment, adding a $240 annual MapHub Business Package expense. The amendment also incorporated the MapHub contract into the budget documentation. All other items, including elections of chair and vice chair, bylaws, remote participation policy, meeting schedule, agenda amendment, and MapHub package selection, were approved unanimously.

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Northumberland County Economic Development Commission Meeting: January 20, 2026 6-8 pm 1. Opening of Meeting – Call to Order 2. Election of Chairman, EDC 3. Election of Vice-Chairman, EDC 4. Approval of Adoption of By-Laws 5. Remote Participation Policy 6. 2026 EDC Meeting Dates 7. Agenda Review 8. Approval of Minutes: November 2025 meeting (No December 2025 meeting) 9. Commissioners’ Corner 10. Executive Director Items a) For V ote: i. Do.Stay.Eat Map Funding (for vote) ii. EDC 2027 Budget (for vote) b) For Information: i. VEDP Survey ii. Strategic Plan & Road Map iii. Virginia Main Street iv. NNK250 Mobile Tour v. Loan Grant Program Update 11. County Administrator Corner 12. Current Projects 13. New Business 14. Citizen Engagement 15. Adjournment
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Northumberland County Economic Development Commission Meeting: January 21, 2026 6:00 – 8:00 PM 1. Opening of Meeting Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. A quorum was present. Opening remarks included New Year greetings and acknowledgement of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. Presiding (until election): Executive Director, Economic Development Commission 2. Election of Chairman, EDC • Nomination: Maurice Johnson • No additional nominations were made. • Vote: Approved unanimously. • Result: Maurice Johnson elected Chair. 3. Election of Vice Chairman, EDC • Nomination: Melissa (last name not stated in record) • Vote: Approved unanimously. • Result: Melissa elected Vice Chair. 4. Approval of Bylaws • Motion made and seconded to approve the bylaws as presented. • Vote: Approved unanimously. 5. Approval of Remote Participation Policy • Motion made and seconded to adopt the Remote Participation Policy. • Vote: Approved unanimously. 6. Approval of 2026 EDC Meeting Schedule Meetings will be held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted. • Motion was made and seconded to approve the meeting dates as listed. • Vote: Approved unanimously. 7. Agenda Review 2 • Amendment requested to revise language from “Co-Chair” to “Vice Chair. ” • Motion made and seconded to approve the agenda as amended. • Vote: Approved unanimously. 8. Approval of Minutes: November 2025 Meeting • [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

Planning Commission

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Thu Jan 15, 2026

Board of Supervisors

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Tue Jan 13, 2026

Wetlands Board

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved three shoreline riprap projects

The Wetlands Board re‑elected Spencer Headley as Chairman and Albert Fisher as Vice‑Chairman unanimously. It also unanimously approved the 2026 meeting dates and the 5:00 PM start time. Three riprap revetment applications (Nos. 25‑2393, 25‑2518, 25‑2629) were approved for three‑year terms, while two other projects (Nos. 25‑2653, 25‑2662) were tabled until the February 10, 2026 meeting.

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NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY WETLANDS BOARD JANUARY 13, 2026 MINUTES At the regular monthly meeting of the Northumberland County Wetlands Board held on January 13, 2026 in the Sheriff’s Office in Heathsville, Virginia at 5:00 PM: Present Absent Spencer Headley–Chairman Tylynn Lewis Albert Fisher – Vice-Chairman George Rew Robert Vanlandingham Spencer Headley, Chairman, called the meeting to order. On a motion by Albert Fisher, seconded by Robert Vanlandingham, the minutes of the November 10, 2025 meeting were approved. On a motion by Robert Vanlandingham, seconded by Albert Fisher, Spencer Headley was unanimously re-elected Chairman. On a motion by Robert Vanlandingham, seconded by Spencer Headley, Albert Fisher was unanimously re-elected Vice-Chairman. On a motion by Robert Vanlandingham, seconded by Albert Fisher, the 2026 meeting dates were unanimously approved. On a motion by Robert Vanlandingham, seconded by Albert Fisher, the 2026 meeting time of 5:00 P.M. was unanimously approved. Application No. 25-2393 Frank DeThomas – to install 155 linear feet of riprap revetment along the shoreline of Indian Creek and 90 Tide Point Lane. Kelsey Haynie, agent for the owner, described the project. She noted that a living shoreline was considered but due to the undercutting of the bank and depth offshore they decided to do riprap. Also, the adjacent properties have riprap that can be tied into. Ed Johnson, adjoining property owner s [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 13, 2026

Electoral Board

✓ Decided: No substantive decisions recorded at the Northumberland County Electoral Board meeting

The minutes consist solely of an Electoral Board information form. No actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

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SBE-106 Rev.5/25 Electoral Board Information Form Locality: City County CHAIRMAN First Name Last Name Address E-mail Phone Number Alternative Phone Political Party Represented Date Appointment Effective Date Term Expires (December, __________) VICE CHAIRMAN First Name Last Name Address E-mail Phone Number Alternative Phone Political Party Represented Date Appointment Effective Date Term Expires (December, __________) SECRETARY First Name Last Name Address E-mail Phone Number Alternative Phone Political Party Represented Date Appointment Effective Date Term Expires (December, __________) I certify that the above members have qualified by taking and subscribing to the oath set forth in Article II, § 7 of the Constitution and that the officers indicated were elected at a meeting of the Electoral Board held immediately following the appointment and qualification of any new (or reappointed) members. Date: ____________________ _______________________________, Secretary Submit completed form via JIRA ticket
Thu Jan 8, 2026

Board of Supervisors

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Tue Jan 6, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals

✓ Decided: Board unanimously denied Lee family’s lot‑division variance request

The Board denied Joon and Kristy Lee’s request to subdivide their 859 Main Street lot, which did not meet minimum size and frontage requirements. It approved James W. Kaufman’s variance to build a dwelling closer than 60 feet to the Candy Point Road right‑of‑way. The Board re‑elected Chairman Dandridge Crabbe and Vice‑Chairman John Hendrickson, and approved the 2026 meeting dates. The meeting was then adjourned.

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NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS JANUARY 6, 2026 MINUTES At the regular monthly meeting of the Northumberland County Board of Zoning Appeals held on January 6, 2026 in the Sheriff’s Office in Heathsville, Virginia at 7:00 PM: Present Absent Chairman - Dandridge Crabbe James Packett Vice-Chairman - John Hendrickson Michael Baughan Daniel Wiggins Chairman Crabbe, called the meeting to order. On a motion by John Hendrickson, seconded by Daniel Wiggins, the minutes of the August 5, 2025 meeting were unanimously approved. SecThere was no old business to come before the Board. The Board then heard a request by Joon & Kristy Lee, owners for a variance to the Northumberland County Zoning Ordinance, Article V, Section 148-48, 50 &51 to allow the subdivision of a lot with each parcel less than the required one acre, less than the required 125 foot minimum frontage and less than the required 4 feet from the side property line. The property is located on Tax Map Parcel#38-B(1)-76 at 859 Main Street on property zoned R-2, Residential Waterfront. Joon Lee explained that he wanted to divide the property in order to separate residential from commercial. He said that it would help in keeping track of taxes and other expenses. He stated that a cottage on the property is located close to the water and requires flood insurance and that he would have to cover the other buildings with flood insurance. He said he could save a lot of money if it [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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