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Thu Aug 13, 2026

Airport Authority

Essex County Airport Authority to review hangar project and runway wash off area

The Airport Authority will receive reports from a consultant, the airport manager, and the treasurer. The body will discuss updates regarding a hangar project and a wash off area on runways.

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✓ Decided: Essex County Airport Authority eliminates tie down fees

The Board voted unanimously to eliminate tie down fees. The Treasurer's report for July 2026 was approved, noting a $303,719 FAA reimbursement for hangar construction.

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Essex County Airport Authority August 13, 2026 9:00 am. Agenda Call to Order & Welcome - Chairman Invocation - TBD Pledge of Allegiance - TBD Request for Changes to and/or Approval of Agenda - Chairman Executive Session - Chairman Approval of Minutes for July 9, 2026 - Chairman Public Comment - Chairman Presentations - Chairman Consultant’s Report - Talbert & Bright Airport Manager’s Report & Recommendations - Mr. Evans Treasurer’s Report - Mrs. West Old Business - Chairman Hangar project update Wash off area on runways New Business - Chairman Next Authority Meeting Scheduled for September 10, 2026 Adjournment - Chairman
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Essex County Airport Authority Meeting August 13, 2026 9:00 am Call to Order and Welcome Attendees Barry Bates Mike Maurer Sara West John McDonald Alvin Lynn Jim Evans, Airport Manager Jeff Tarkington, Talbert, Bright and Ellington Guests: Fred Wimberly Greg Wright Bud John Andy Coates Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Request for Changes to and/or approval of the agenda A motion was made, seconded and passed to approve the agenda as set. Public Comment Mr. Wimberly, Mr. Wright, Mr. John and Mr. Coates had a discussion with the Board on hangar lease agreements, involving sublease restrictions. Due to agenda time restrictions, it was determined further discussion would be needed and it will be added to a future meeting soon. Executive Session The Executive Board moved into a closed session at 9:30 am and returned to the regular session at 11:20 am. Approval of Minutes of the July 9, 2026 meeting A motion was made, seconded and passed to approve the July 9, 2026 minutes as presented. Presentations None. Consultant’s Report Mr. Tarkington stated the paving on the new hangars will be completed 8/12/26. When Dominion Energy completes in electric installation, the County will be contacted for final inspection. Occupancy is expected to be third week of September. The State Aviation Conference is scheduled for August 19-21, 2026 and the airport manager will be attending. Airport Manager’s Report Mr. Evans discuss …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026

Economic Development Authority

✓ Decided: Essex County EDA approves August treasurer's report

The Economic Development Authority approved the treasurer's report showing a total fund value of approximately $73,586. The board discussed tourism marketing, workforce housing, and the recruitment of veterinary services, but took no formal action on these items. Approval of the July meeting minutes was postponed until September.

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August 6, 2026 Essex County Economic Development Authority Monthly Meeting Minutes – Approved Sept. 3, 2026 Meeting Information • Meeting title: Essex County Economic Development Authority Monthly Meeting • Date: August 6, 2026 • Time: 9:00 a.m. • Location: Essex School Board Office Board Room, 109 Cross Street, Tappahannock, Virginia 22560 Attendance • EDA members present: Lisa Andrews, Chair, Alan Dann, Bill Croxton, Vice- Chair, Victor Burrell, Treasurer, John Harvey. • EDA members absent: Skip Weiss; Madeline Lawson. • EDA staff present: Woodie Walker, EDA Executive Director. • Visitors and guests present: Ronnie Gill, Essex County Board of Supervisors (remotely), Lou Spencer (remotely), Essex County Planning Commission (remotely), Chris Rose, Rappahannock Times; Jovita Kelly, Historic Downtown Tappahannock; Valerie Mundie; Greg Huff, Chamber of Commerce Call to Order Lisa Andrews welcomed attendees to the August 6, 2026 EDA monthly meeting, conducted roll call in Madeline Lawson’s absence, confirmed a quorum, and called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m. Approval of Prior Minutes The July 9, 2026 EDA minutes were reviewed for completeness. Lisa Andrews noted that attendee names, visitor names, and several agenda subject matters required additional information, including Explore Essex, Gateways, the tourism sponsorship application, business outreach, and public water access. Approval and consideration of the prior minutes were postp …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission reviews industrial rezoning request for Tappahannock Chevrolet

The commission reviewed a site plan for a 100+ acre industrial rezoning request remanded by the Board of Supervisors. Staff were tasked with identifying by-right uses for I-1 zoning and checking the request against the Comprehensive Plan. No final decision was made on the rezoning.

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1 Minutes Essex County Planning Commission Regular Meeting August 4, 2026 A regular meeting of the Essex County Planning Commission was held on August 4, 2026, at the Beale Board Room, Tappahannock, Virginia. Present: David Jones – Chairman Angelo Stevens, Jr – Vice Chairman Bobbie Todd – Late 7:05 Stephen Walters Lou Spencer Wright Andrews Absent: Also present: Brian Barnes – Director of Building & Zoning Kelly McKnight – Building and Zoning Office Manager CALL TO ORDER Chairman David Jones called the Essex County Planning Commission meeting to order at 7:00 PM. ROLL CALL Chairman Jones asked Ms. McKnight to call the roll. A quorum was met. MEETING AGENDA Chairman Jones asked if any changes needed to be made to the agenda? Chairman Jones announced that everyone knows that the Conditional Use Permit for the Linden House was postponed at this time per email from Ashley and Angelo Melasecca so that will not be on the agenda. 2 Commissioner Lou Spencer made a motion to approve the agenda as modified. Seconded by Vice Chairman Angelo Stevens, Jr. AYES: 5 NAYES: 0 ABSENT: 1 ( Bobbie Todd) APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairman Jones asked if there were any additions or corrections that needed to be made to the July 8, 2026, minutes? None made. Commissioner Spencer made a motion to approve the minutes. Seconded by Commissioner Wright Andrews. AYES: 5 NAYES: 0 ABSENT: 1 (Bobbie Todd) PUBLIC COMMENT No one had any comments PUBLIC HEARING …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Economic Development Authority

✓ Decided: Essex County EDA approves FY 2026–27 budget of approximately $165,414

The board approved the new fiscal year budget and the June treasurer's report. Members authorized a marketing contract with Consociate Media and approved travel for staff to a regional event in West Virginia.

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Essex County EDA Meeting Minutes Meeting Date: July 9, 2026 Approved: Sept. 3, 2026 Attendance and roles Presiding and staff • Lisa Andrews — Chair/presiding officer; opened the meeting, led agenda transitions, and announced a later closed session on personnel and contractual matters. • Woodie Walker — Staff/administrative support and report presenter; provided updates on board- of-supervisors matters, strategic planning, tourism website administration options, business support programming, Dominion Energy coordination, and regional economic development efforts. Board members and participants noted in substantive discussion • Victor Burrell — EDA treasurer and board member; presented the June treasurer’s report, the proposed FY 2026–27 budget, tourism and outreach updates, and business outreach comments. • Bill Croxton — EDA Board member; moved approval of the minutes and proposed budget, reported chamber-related updates, and commented on nonprofit coordination and past tourism participation. • Alan Dann — EDA Board member; participated in discussion regarding chamber involvement, tourism/event reach, and meeting matters. • John Harvey — EDA Board member; participated in discussion and was recorded as present during roll call and later agenda items. • Madeline Lawson – EDA secretary and board member. Secretary/roll call support; called the roll and managed circulation of draft minutes. • Skip Weiss — Board member listed during roll call as absent …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Airport Authority

Essex County Airport Authority to discuss hangar project and opening

The Airport Authority will meet to receive reports from a consultant, the airport manager, and the treasurer. The body will also discuss updates regarding a hangar project and the opening of a new hangar.

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Essex County Airport Authority July 09, 2026 9:00 am. Agenda Call to Order & Welcome - Chairman Invocation - TBD Pledge of Allegiance - TBD Request for Changes to and/or Approval of Agenda - Chairman Executive Session - Chairman Approval of Minutes for June 11, 2026 - Chairman Public Comment - Chairman Presentations - Chairman Consultant’s Report - Talbert & Bright Airport Manager’s Report & Recommendations - Mr. Evans Treasurer’s Report - Mrs. West Old Business - Chairman Hangar project update New Hangar Opening New Business - Chairman Next Authority Meeting Scheduled for August 11, 2026 Adjournment - Chairman
Wed Jul 8, 2026

Planning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning Commission denies log export yard permit

The Planning Commission voted to deny a Conditional Use Permit for a proposed log purchasing and aggregation yard. A separate request for a dirt bike track and camping facility was tabled until next month.

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1 Minutes Essex County Planning Commission Regular Meeting July 8, 2026 A regular meeting of the Essex County Planning Commission was held on July 8, 2026, at the Beale Board Room, Tappahannock, Virginia. Present: David Jones – Chairman Angelo Stevens, Jr – Vice Chairman Bobbie Todd Stephen Walters Lou Spencer Wright Andrews Absent: Also present: Brian Barnes – Director of Building & Zoning Kelly McKnight – Building and Zoning Office Manager CALL TO ORDER Chairman David Jones called the Essex County Planning Commission meeting to order at 7:00 PM. ROLL CALL Chairman Jones asked Ms. McKnight to call the roll. A quorum was met. MEETING AGENDA Chairman Jones asked if any changes needed to be made to the agenda? Chairman Jones asked if they could move the elections of officers before the public comment period. Commissioner Lou Spencer made a motion that we amend the agenda and approve it accordingly. Seconded by Commissioner Bobbie Todd. AYES: 6 NAYES: 0 ABSENT: 0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2 Chairman Jones asked if there were any additions or corrections that needed to be made to the June 2, 2026, minutes? Commissioner Spencer made a motion that we approve the minutes of the regular meeting held June 2, 2026. Seconded by Commissioner Todd. AYES: 6 NAYES: 0 ABSENT: 0 There was one amendment that needed to be made to the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes. Kelly McKnight came forward and explained that on page 5 paragraph 4 of the minutes the vote …
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