Colonial Beach public meetings in 2024

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing to define 'maritime resort' in the Zoning Ordinance. The body will also consider an emergency purchase of a cloud-based data storage system for the police department.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 764 to add a 'maritime resort' definition to Article 20 of the Zoning Ordinance
• Proposed $10,950 emergency purchase for a Southern Software cloud-based storage system for the Police Department
• Presentation on Flock Safety license plate readers
• Sewer plant update from the Town Manager

The Town Council held a public hearing on Ordinance No. 764, which would add a 'Maritime Resort' definition to the zoning ordinance, but deferred action to the next work session. The council also approved emergency funding for a new police department IT server and extended the staff holiday by four days. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Deferred action on Ordinance No. 764 (Maritime Resort definition) to next work session (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved moving reserve funds for emergency purchase of cloud-based IT server for Police Department (6-0)
• Extended staff holiday to include four days off, with Town Manager to decide which days (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two appeals from Heritage Contracting Services, LLC regarding notices of violation for removing trees without permits. Staff recommends affirming the violations based on a certified arborist's report stating the trees were topped and cannot regenerate.

• Appeal AAP 24-01: Removal of four trees at Tax Map Parcel 3A3-124C-4
• Appeal AAP 24-02: Removal of six trees at Tax Map Parcel 3A3-124C-17
• Potential fines of $1,000 per tree for ordinance violations
• Requirement for Woodlot Management Permits for trees over six inches in diameter

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the final draft of the "Propelling Resilience" flood and stormwater management strategy. The body will also consider authorizing public hearings for January 2025 regarding the Capital Improvement Plan and a zoning text amendment.

• Special Presentation: "Propelling Resilience: Integrating Flood and Stormwater Management in Colonial Beach" Final Draft
• Proposed public hearing (Jan 9, 2025) for FY 25-29 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Proposed public hearing (Jan 9, 2025) for Zoning Text Amendment Case ZTA 25-01 regarding Board of Zoning Appeals Variances
• Discussion of 2025-26 Work Plan

The Colonial Beach Planning Commission voted 5-0 to authorize public hearings for January 9, 2025, on the draft FY 26-30 Capital Improvement Plan and a zoning text amendment (ZTA 25-01) to Article 17. The commission also received the final draft of the 'Propelling Resilience' flood and stormwater management plan and reviewed a draft 2025-2026 work plan and proposed bylaw revisions, but took no action on those items.

• Authorized public hearing for draft FY 26-30 Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Authorized public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment ZTA 25-01 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended to include Bylaws (7-0)
• Approved September 12, 2024 minutes as drafted (7-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), which outlines over $18 million in general fund and utility-funded projects. They will also vote on appropriating $43,345.04 in SRO grant funds for the school resource officer salary. Other discussion items include a broadband study, pier lease renewals, and a DEQ update.

• Resolution #40-24: Appropriates $43,345.04 in SRO grant funds for school resource officer salary
• Public hearing on Resolution #23-24: Adopts 2025-2030 CIP with projects like trash truck ($300,000), beach rake ($200,000), street sweeper ($300,000), boardwalk refurbishment ($79,000), and WWTP upgrades
• Discussion on broadband study for the town
• Pier lease renewals (no dollar amount cited)
• Holiday proclamation and recognition of outgoing council members and 5-year staff service

The Town Council approved Resolution #23-24, adopting the FY 25-29 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with a 6-1 vote, after correcting a clerical error. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a budget amendment for SRO grant funds, and supported using funds for a broadband study. Additionally, the council directed the town attorney to draft updated pier leases and discussed a DEQ fine waiver.

• Approved Resolution #23-24, adopting the FY 25-29 Capital Improvement Plan (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution #40-24, amending FY24-25 budget for SRO grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved motion to support use of funds for broadband study (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Directed town attorney to draft updated pier lease for council review early next year

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on consent agenda items including Resolution #38-24 to appropriate $3,968 in VRSA grant proceeds for staff training, and Resolution #39-24 adopting the FY 2026 budget calendar. They will set public hearings for December 4 on the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and for December 18 on a zoning text amendment to add a definition for 'Maritime Resort.' New business includes discussion of RFP 2025-002 for downtown connectivity planning and the 2025 legislative agenda, followed by a closed meeting for legal consultation.

• Resolution #38-24 amends FY 2024-2025 budget to appropriate $3,968 VRSA grant for employee training
• Resolution #39-24 adopts the FY 2026 budget development timeline with key dates through April 2025
• Public hearing set for Dec 4, 2024 on the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) covering $6.2M in general fund projects and $11.7M in utility projects
• Public hearing set for Dec 18, 2024 on a zoning text amendment to add and define 'Maritime Resort' in Article 20 of the zoning ordinance
• RFP 2025-002 for Downtown Connectivity Planning Services to improve pedestrian and bike connectivity in downtown Colonial Beach

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Colonial Beach Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve past minutes, receive reports, and discuss two internal agenda items: a review of the department's mission statement and a review of the commission's by-laws. No new projects, contracts, or fee changes are on the agenda.

• Review of mission statement: 'provide safe, welcoming parks and recreational programs'
• By-laws review

Planning Commission

The Colonial Beach Planning Commission will consider updates to its 2024-2025 work plan and hear stakeholder input on floor area ratio (FAR) regulations in residential districts and potential amendments to parking regulations (Article 13). The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment on non-public-hearing land use items.

• Update to Commission's 2024-2025 Work Plan
• Stakeholder input on Floor Area Ratio (FAR) regulations in R-1 and R-2 districts
• Discussion on proposed amendments to Article 13 – Parking Regulations
• Approval of August 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding a budget amendment for the sewer fund and a lease agreement for the Community Center. The body will also review quarterly financial and public safety reports and consider a resolution for Main Street Designation.

• Resolution #35-24: Appropriates $331,450 in carryover funds to the FY 2024-25 Sewer Fund for Wastewater Treatment Plant repairs
• Resolution #36-24: Authorization to enter into a lease agreement with the Colonial Beach Community Center
• Resolution #37-24: Support for Main Street Designation for Colonial Beach
• 1st Quarter Financial Report: General Fund revenue of $2,144,405.85 and expenditures of $3,513,144.53
• 3rd Quarter Public Safety Report: 3,244 police calls for service and 62 arrests

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to decide on three variance requests. These include a request to use a shipping container as an apartment and a request for a taller front-yard fence.

• VAR24-04: Request to use a shipping container as an accessory apartment at 45 8th Street (Staff recommends denial)
• VAR24-05: Request for a 6-foot fence in a front yard at 210 Hamilton Street, exceeding the 4-foot limit (Staff recommends approval)
• VAR24-06: Variance request by Mikali Properties

Town Council

The Town Council will consider Resolution #34-24 to establish tax relief rates for qualifying vehicles. Additionally, the Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss zoning and capital improvement plans.

• Resolution #34-24: Personal property tax relief rate of 31.115% for 2024
• Proposed Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 24-02 to update Article 13 (Parking)
• Discussion of 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Discussion of Article 28 (Residential High Density R-4) and inclusionary housing
• Discussion of Floor to Area Ratio in R-2 District Zone

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on resolutions to amend budgets for the current and upcoming fiscal years, including additional $109,805 for the school's required local match and $315,000 carryover for Azalea and Eleanor Park projects. Other items include appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, a special event application for Bikefest 2024, and discussion of a community center lease. A presentation will update the Resiliency Plan and Phase 1 Stormwater Management Plan.

• Public hearing on Resolution #30-24 to amend FY23-24 budget with $109,805 for school local match
• Public hearing on Resolution #31-24 to carry over $315,000 for Azalea and Eleanor Park projects
• Resolution #32-24 to carry over prior-year funds in the Sewer Fund
• Special event application for Bikefest 2024
• Request for joint work session with Planning Commission on parking, high-density zoning, and capital improvement plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss Town Council's response to previously recommended items: proposed parking ordinance revisions (Article 13), Floor Area Ratio amendments, higher-density residential zoning, inclusionary housing, and the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. No public hearings or votes are scheduled; the meeting is an update for information only.

• Discussion of Council feedback on Zoning Text Amendment 24-02, which updates Article 13 (Parking) with flexible parking options, golf-cart parking, and historic resource provisions
• Review of potential Floor Area Ratio (FAR) ordinance amendments for the R-2 Zoning District
• Discussion of zoning districts permitting higher-density residential use and inclusionary (affordable) housing
• Update on the recommended 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council will hold public hearings on three budget amendments: carrying forward $30,000 for recruitment and retention, appropriating $109,805 for an additional school local match, and carrying forward $315,000 for Azalea and Eleanor Park phase 1 projects. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss personnel performance and updates on the sewer plant.

• Resolution #29-24: $30,000 carryover for recruitment and retention of difficult-to-fill positions at the wastewater plant, public works, and planning.
• Resolution #30-24: $109,805 additional required local match for Colonial Beach Public Schools due to updated Average Daily Membership.
• Resolution #31-24: $315,000 carryover for Azalea Park ($225,000) and Eleanor Park ($90,000) phase 1 projects per the Parks Master Plan.
• Town Manager update on sewer plant progress.
• Presentations from Westmoreland County Supervisor Trivett and Colonial Beach Schools Superintendent Dr. Addo.

The Colonial Beach Town Council approved an agreement with Bowman for engineering services and appointed Town Manager Natasha Tucker as Zoning Administrator. The council also approved a budget amendment for recruitment and retention funds and set public hearings for two budget resolutions. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved authorization for Town Manager to sign agreement with Bowman for Engineering Services (5-0, Roberson abstained)
• Appointed Natasha Tucker as Zoning Administrator (5-1, Williams opposed)
• Approved Resolution #29-24 amending FY24-25 budget for $30,000 carryover for recruitment and retention (5-0)
• Set Resolution #30-24 for public hearing on September 18, 2024 (5-0, Roberson abstained)
• Set Resolution #31-24 for public hearing on September 18, 2024 (5-0, Roberson abstained)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider and possibly vote on Zoning Text Amendment 24-03, which would add a definition for 'Maritime Resort' to the zoning ordinance, potentially allowing RV camping in the Maritime Commercial District. This item was continued from June 13, 2024. The commission will also discuss a new remote participation policy.

• Zoning Text Amendment 24-03 to add 'Maritime Resort' definition (continued)
• Potential vote on definition that could allow RV camping in Maritime Commercial District
• Discussion of Planning Commission Remote Participation Policy

The Planning Commission voted 5-2 to recommend approval of a zoning text amendment (ZTA 24-03) to Town Council, adding a definition for 'Maritime Resort' to the zoning ordinance. The definition would apply only in the Maritime Commercial (MC) District and would require a conditional use permit for any RV camping. The Commission also unanimously adopted a remote participation policy.

• Recommended approval of Maritime Resort definition (ZTA 24-03) to Town Council (5-2)
• Adopted Remote Participation policy (7-0)
• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved agenda as drafted (7-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider three budget amendments in a consent agenda. The largest is Resolution #26-24 to pay a $117,576 monetary assessment to the Virginia DEQ for exceeding nitrogen limits at the wastewater treatment plant in 2023. Also up for approval are carryovers of $40,000 for two gateway signs on Route 205 and $36,485.85 for electrical work on a Public Works storage building. A presentation from Virginia Main Street and a public comment period are also scheduled.

• Resolution #26-24: $117,576 DEQ monetary assessment for wastewater plant nitrogen noncompliance
• Resolution #27-24: $40,000 carryover for two gateway signs on Route 205
• Resolution #28-24: $36,485.85 carryover for electrical work at Public Works storage building
• Presentation by Virginia Main Street program administrator Kyle Meyer
• Public comment period

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss several administrative items. They will review the department's mission statement, consider by-laws updates, and schedule master plan review meetings. A special event held on July 24th will also be discussed.

• Review of mission statement for Parks & Rec department
• By-laws review
• Master plan review meetings scheduled
• Special event on July 24th discussion
• Committee report from CB Explorers

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council will vote on Resolution #26-24 to amend its bylaws, reflecting recent Virginia FOIA changes that allow members with disabilities or caregiving duties to participate remotely and count toward quorum. The council will also consider an RFP for engineering services (RFP 2025-001) and receive quarterly updates on public safety and finances. The public safety report shows 3,146 calls for service, 76 arrests, and 550 parking citations in the second quarter.

• Resolution #26-24 adopting amended 2024 Bylaws and Rules of Procedure to allow remote participation for disability or caregiver reasons
• RFP 2025-001 for engineering services
• Public Safety Quarterly Report: 3,146 calls, 76 arrests, 550 parking citations in Q2 2024
• Finance Quarterly Report: General Fund revenue $3.53M, expenditures $2.39M in Q4 FY2024
• Presentation: 5-year service recognition for Inesha Thompson and David Knapp

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 24-03. The proposal seeks to add a “Maritime Resort” definition to the town's zoning ordinance for the Maritime Commercial District. Discussion included potential impacts of RV camping on local tourism and narrow town roads.

• Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 24-03 to add 'Maritime Resort' definition
• Public hearing regarding land-use definitions in the Maritime Commercial District

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The commission will review the department's mission statement and by-laws. The agenda also includes updates on Master Plan Review meeting schedules and a special event on July 24th.

• Mission statement review
• By-laws review
• Master Plan Review meetings schedule
• Special Event on July 24th
• CB Explorers committee report

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning:: Appeals will consider several property variance requests, including a setback reduction at 309 Nelson Street and new single-family home construction on 9th Street. The meeting also includes the selection of a Chair and Vice-Chair. Additionally, the board will discuss a recommendation to fill a BZA vacancy.

• Variance request to reduce rear yard setback at 309 Nelson Street
• Variance requests for new single-family dwellings on 9th Street
• Selection of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Recommendation for Adam Schaefer to fill a BZA vacancy

Town Council

The Town Council is reviewing proposed increases to the transient lodging and meals taxes to balance the FY2025 budget. The meeting also includes votes on a new crane truck purchase for Public Works and the FY2025 Colonial Beach School Board budget. Additionally, the Council will consider a permit for an accessory apartment at 310 Mimosa Avenue.

• Proposed transient lodging tax increase from 5% to 9% and meals tax increase from 5% to 7%
• $63,999.00 budget amendment for a replacement crane truck
• Adoption of the FY2025 Colonial Beach School Board budget
• Conditional Use Permit application for an accessory apartment at 310 Mimosa Avenue

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to add a 'Maritime Resort' definition to the town's zoning ordinance. The commission also intends to adopt its work plan for the 2024-2025 period.

• Zoning Text Amendment 24-03: adding 'Maritime Resort' land-use definition
• Adoption of the 2024-2025 Planning Commission Work Plan

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to discuss the adoption and appropriation of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. This includes funding for town government, the School Board, and utility funds. Proposed tax rates are set to remain unchanged from the previous year.

• Proposed FY 2025 Town Government budget of $10,655,152
• Proposed FY 2025 School Board local funding of $3,136,760
• Maintenance of real estate tax rate at .78 per $100
• Increase in Sewer & WWTP Fund to $3,228,244

Town Council

The Town Council is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2025 budget and the Colonial Beach School Board budget. The session includes proposed tax rate increases for transient lodging and meals to address budget deficits. The council will also consider the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and zoning amendments regarding parking.

• Increase transient lodging tax from 5% to 9%
• Increase meals tax from 5% to 7%
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget
• Adoption of the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Draft ordinance for zoning text amendments regarding parking

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting to receive reports from the Director and various committees. The agenda includes reviews of the CB Explorers mission statement, by-laws, and master plan review meetings.

• CB Explorers mission statement review
• CB Explorers by-laws review
• Master Plan Review Meetings

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council is holding public hearings and votes on ordinances to increase residential and commercial water/sewer fees, raise transient lodging and meals taxes, and decide on a zoning text amendment for the C-1 district. They will also discuss forming a citizen committee for 700 & 800 Colonial Avenue and receive updates on the FY25 budget and capital improvement plan.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinance No. 759: increase residential water/sewer flat fees
• Public hearing and action on Ordinance No. 760: increase commercial water/sewer minimum charges
• Public hearing and action on Ordinance No. 761: increase transient lodging and meals taxes
• Action on Ordinance No. 756: zoning text amendment for C-1 district, including possible 'Small Loan Business' definition
• Resolution #21-24: appropriate $157,932.96 additional VDOT urban maintenance funds

Planning Commission

The Colonial Beach Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the proposed 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Plan and a conditional use permit for an accessory apartment at 310 Mimosa Avenue. They will also discuss adopting a work plan for 2024-2025 and a zoning text amendment to define 'Maritime Resort' for the Maritime Commercial District. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for recommendation to Town Council
• Conditional Use Permit 24-01 (Norris) for accessory apartment exceeding 25% of primary structure at 310 Mimosa Avenue (R-2 District)
• Discussion and action on establishing 2024-2025 Planning Commission Work Plan
• Zoning Text Amendment to Article 20 (Definitions) to add 'Maritime Resort' definition for MC District
• Approval of minutes from March 28 and April 11, 2024 meetings

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council will hold a work session to consider several items, including approving two budget amendments for grant funds, voting on a zoning text amendment for the C-1 district, and setting public hearing dates for transient/meals tax and water/sewer fee changes. They will also discuss the FY25 budget, a capital improvement plan, and a possible citizen committee for properties on Colonial Avenue. A special presentation on emergency services partnership with Westmoreland County is also scheduled.

• Resolution #20-24: Approve $4,225 DCJS LOLE grant for police training
• Resolution #21-24: Approve $157,932.96 additional VDOT urban maintenance funds
• Ordinance No. 756: Zoning text amendment for C-1 district, including possible 'Small Loan Business' definition
• Set public hearing for transient & meals tax amendment (Chapter 20)
• Set public hearing for water & sewer fee changes (Chapter 21)

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: a zoning text amendment and changes to the town code governing beaches, waterways, boardwalk, parks, and recreational areas. The council will also continue its FY25 budget presentation, consider budget amendments for the sewer and water funds, and vote on appointments and a town-wide yard sale event.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 756, Zoning Text Amendment 23-08
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 758, amending Chapter 5 (Beaches, Waterways, Boardwalk, Parks, Recreational Areas and Facilities)
• Resolution #17-24: Amends FY23-24 Sewer Fund budget by $150,533.29
• Resolution #18-24: Amends FY23-24 Water Fund budget by $23,488.99
• Resolution #19-24: Authorizes suspension of yard sale permit enforcement for May 25, 2024 town-wide yard sale

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission discussed a zoning text amendment to update parking regulations and discussed the upcoming 2024-2025 work plan. The body also received reports on capital improvement projects and attended FOIA training.

• Zoning Text Amendment 24-02: updates to Article 13 (Parking) regarding historic resources, efficiency units, and accessory apartments
• Capital Improvement Projects for 2024-2025 discussion
• Establishment of the 2024-2025 Planning Commission Work Plan

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council is holding a work session to discuss the FY25 proposed budget, a draft zoning text amendment for the General Commercial (C-1) District, and a draft ordinance amending the town code on beaches and parks. The zoning amendment would change which uses are permitted by right versus requiring a conditional use permit. The council will also consider approving minutes from prior meetings.

• FY25 Proposed Budget presentation by Town Manager Natasha Tucker and Finance Director Lisa Okes
• Draft Ordinance No. 756, Zoning Text Amendment 23-08, revising permitted and conditional uses in the C-1 District (public hearing set for 04/17/2024)
• Draft Ordinance No. 758, amending Chapter 5 on beaches, waterways, boardwalk, parks, and recreational facilities (public input set for 04/17/2024)
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes from March 6 and March 20, 2024 meetings

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Colonial Beach Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is holding its regular April meeting. The agenda includes reviewing applications for new commissioners and identifying goals from the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, along with standard reports and citizen input.

• Review of PRAC Commissioner Applications
• Identify goals from P&R Master Plan
• CB Explorers committee report
• Citizen input period (3-minute limit)

Planning Commission

The Colonial Beach Planning Commission will review and adopt its 2024-2025 work plan, which sets priorities for zoning code updates and new ordinances. The plan includes new items like tiny homes, inclusionary housing, and updates to residential and commercial zoning districts. It also carries over unfinished items from the previous year, such as parking and landscape ordinance updates.

• Adopt 2024-2025 Planning Commission Work Plan
• Develop Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (new Article 30)
• Review and update Parking Ordinance (Article 13)
• Consider zoning regulations for 'tiny homes'
• Update zoning for R-1, R-2, RC, C-1, and CR districts

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a symbolic designation of the Monroe Bay area as Marina Way, proposed revisions to Chapter 1 of the Town Code (Ordinance No. 757), and proclamations for Autism Awareness and Women's History Months. The agenda also includes updates on the wastewater treatment plant contractor and the FY25 budget process, plus a closed session for legal matters.

• Marina Way designation for the Monroe Bay area, requested by marina owners, symbolic with no address changes
• Ordinance No. 757 amends Chapter 1 of Town Code, changing misdemeanor classification from Class 1 to Class 3
• Proclamations for Autism Awareness Month (April) and Women's History Month (March)
• Presentations from Westmoreland County Supervisor Trivett and Schools Superintendent Dr. Mitchell
• Closed meeting for legal consultation on probable litigation

Planning Commission

The Colonial Beach Planning Commission will consider and possibly act on Zoning Text Amendment 24-02, which updates Article 13 (Parking) regulations, including new parking flexibility, golf cart parking credits, and landscaping standards. The commission will also discuss and potentially adopt its 2024-2025 Work Plan, and receive FOIA training from the Town Attorney. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Zoning Text Amendment 24-02: update Article 13 (Parking) with alternative parking options, golf cart parking credits, and revised drive aisle widths (45-degree stalls: one-way 16 ft, two-way 24 ft)
• Proposed change to definition of 'Historic Structure' to 'Historic Resource' in Article 20 to allow parking reductions for historic resources
• New Section 13-6(J): require 5-foot landscape planters at ends of parking rows; Section 13-6(B) increases landscape buffer from 2 ft to 5 ft
• Adoption of Planning Commission Work Plan for 2024-2025, with priority on updating R-2 District Zone Ordinance (Article 6)
• FOIA training by Town Attorney under New Business

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including the appointment of Natasha Tucker as Town Manager, a zoning text amendment for the General Commercial (C-1) District, and an ordinance amending general provisions. The council will also receive presentations from community organizations and consider a proclamation for Procurement Month. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss the performance of public appointees.

• Resolution #13-24 to appoint Natasha Tucker as Town Manager, effective March 6, 2024
• Draft Ordinance No. 756, Zoning Text Amendment 23-08, to change permitted and conditional uses in the C-1 District, with a public hearing set for March 20, 2024
• Draft Ordinance No. 757, amending Chapter 1 'General Provisions' of the Town Code, with public input set for March 20, 2024
• Proclamation for Procurement Month, recognizing March 2024
• Discussion on wastewater treatment plant operations

Town Council

The Town Council of Colonial Beach, VA, is scheduled to hold a special meeting on Monday, February 26, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Town Center, 22 Washington Avenue. The provided text contains only the time, date, and location, with no specific agenda items listed.

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes three budget amendments for asset forfeiture proceeds, state police aid, and a capital project. The council will also receive updates on the wastewater treatment plant, recognize volunteers, hear a historic resource survey, and review strategic planning notes from a recent retreat.

• Resolution #10-24: Appropriates $219.66 in asset forfeiture proceeds to the General Fund.
• Resolution #11-24: Appropriates $4,977.00 in additional state aid for police (DCJS 599 funds).
• Resolution #12-24: Appropriates $150,000 for a new Public Works storage facility.
• WWTP update: SCADA system replaced, pumps replaced, new operator hired, 2 vacancies remain.
• Proclamation for 132nd anniversary of town incorporation (Feb 25, 1892).

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposed Inclusionary Housing Ordinance to provide density bonuses for workforce housing. Members will also discuss updates to parking regulations and establish the 2024-2025 work plan.

• Zoning Text Amendment 24-01: Proposed Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (Article 30)
• Zoning Text Amendment 24-02: Proposed updates to Article 13 (Parking) regulations
• Establishment of the 2024-2025 Planning Commission Work Plan
• 2024 Planning Commission Committee Appointments
• Discussion of the Town of Colonial Beach Comprehensive Plan Capital Improvement Plan

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council is scheduled to take action on Ordinance No. 755, which amends the town's animal and fowl code to clarify penalties and remove redundant state provisions. The meeting also includes a resolution to amend the budget for the use of reserve funds and a decision to set a special meeting date to discuss wastewater treatment plant progress. Additionally, the council will consider appointments to the Colonial Beach Redevelopment Housing Authority.

• Ordinance No. 755 amends Chapter 3 (Animals and Fowl), adding civil penalties such as $100 for dogs running at large and $50 for dangerous dog registration.
• Resolution #08-24 proposes a budget amendment for the use of reserve funds.
• Council will consider appointments to the Colonial Beach Redevelopment Housing Authority.
• Council will set a special meeting date to discuss WWTP (Wastewater Treatment Plant) progress.
• Public input for the animal ordinance was previously held on January 17, 2024.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Commission will discuss youth baseball and softball and review commission objectives. The meeting also includes reports from the Director and various committees.

• Discussion regarding Youth Baseball/Softball
• Review of Commission Objectives
• Notice of Mike Munnis resignation
• Introduction of new member Julie Hutchins

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council is holding its regular meeting on January 17, 2024, with several action items. The council will vote on four budget amendment resolutions (consent agenda) to appropriate grant proceeds and surplus sale revenue, and will consider Ordinance No. 755, which revises the town's animal and fowl code. The agenda also includes presentations on the annual audit, county updates, and schools, plus a review of air compressor quotes and adoption of the FY2025 budget timeline.

• Resolution #03-24: Appropriates $1,125 from sale of surplus 2008 Chevrolet Impala
• Resolution #04-24: Appropriates $937.60 additional DEQ Litter Grant proceeds
• Resolution #05-24: Appropriates $700 VFIRS Hardware Grant for fire department
• Resolution #06-24: Appropriates $4,000 VRSA Risk Management Grant
• Ordinance No. 755: Amends Chapter 3 (Animals and Fowls) to remove state-code duplications and clarify provisions

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council held a closed-door retreat to review its mission, vision, and strategic goals. The session focused on financial management, including the anticipated impacts of the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) failure and the FY2025 budget development process. Council members also assessed progress on the previous year's work plan and drafted objectives for the next 18 to 24 months. No formal votes or binding decisions were taken during the retreat.

• Review of anticipated financial impacts of the WWTP failure by Davenport & Company, LLC
• Preliminary FY2024 Mid-Year Financial Review presented by the Interim Town Manager
• Discussion of FY2025 Budget Development Process and potential budget drivers
• Assessment of progress on the work plan developed at the January 2023 retreat
• Drafting of a new work plan for the next 18 to 24 months across strategic goal areas

Planning Commission

The Colonial Beach Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on Zoning Text Amendment 23-08, which would modify permitted and conditional land uses in the General Commercial (C-1) District and remove 'car washes' from the definition of 'Service Establishments.' The commission will also discuss and adopt its 2023 annual report and draft 2024 by-laws, including election of chair and vice-chair. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Zoning Text Amendment 23-08: modify C-1 district land uses and remove 'car washes' from 'Service Establishments' definition
• Planning Commission Annual Report for 2023
• Adoption of draft 2024 by-laws and re-organization (election of Chair and Vice-Chair)
• Approval of minutes from November 9 and December 14, 2023 meetings

Town Council

The Colonial Beach Town Council will hold a work session to elect a vice mayor, assign council member liaisons, and adopt resolutions setting the 2024-2025 meeting schedule and the 2023 Bylaws and Rules of Procedure. They will also discuss a draft ordinance amending the town code on animals and fowl, and review Town Center audio and video improvements. The meeting includes a closed session for legal consultation.

• Election of Vice Mayor
• Resolution #01-24: Establishes Town Council meeting schedule for February 2024 through January 2025
• Resolution #02-24: Adoption of 2023 Bylaws and Rules of Procedure
• Draft Ordinance No. 755: Amends Chapter 3 'Animals and Fowl' of the Town Code
• Town Center audio and video improvements discussion