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Planning Commission

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Planning Commission

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Planning Commission

Town Council

Town Council

Planning Commission

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

Town Council

Planning Commission

The Farmville Planning Commission is meeting to consider a conditional use permit (case CUP26-004) in a public hearing. They will also discuss dimensional standards in the zoning ordinance (Sec. 29-22(b), Table 2). The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit case CUP26-004
• Discussion of dimensional standards in Farmville Zoning & Subdivision Ordinance, Sec. 29-22(b), Table 2
• Approval of July 15, 2026 regular minutes

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting a resolution to amend the Comprehensive Plan and an ordinance to update erosion and stormwater management enforcement and fees to comply with state changes. The agenda also includes introducing new police officers, approving minutes, and a finance report.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 2026-08-01 amending the Comprehensive Plan (adopted July 1, 2020)
• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 248 amending enforcement (Sec. 10-17(f)) and fees (Sec. 10-19, Tables 1-3) in Chapter 10 (Erosion and Stormwater Management)
• Introduction of new Farmville Police Department officers
• Approval of draft minutes from July 1 and July 8, 2026 meetings
• June 2026 Finance Report

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will meet on August 5, 2026, to discuss and potentially adopt changes to local erosion and stormwater management rules, update the 2020 Comprehensive Plan, and review water/sewer tap rebates. The meeting includes a finance report and a closed session to discuss a pending public contract.

• Proposed Ordinance No. 248: Amend enforcement and fee sections in Erosion and Stormwater Management Chapter 10 to align with state changes
• Proposed Resolution No. 2026-08-01: Amend the 2020 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion on Water and Sewer Tap Rebates, including costs and fiscal year purchases
• Closed session to discuss a pending public contract under state exemption 2.2-3711 (A)(29)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from June 17, 2026, and a public comment period. No other substantive decisions or proposals are listed.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendments

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting a zoning ordinance amendment that repeals and replaces sidewalk regulations, two conditional use permits for a shed display and an accessory dwelling unit, and a resolution authorizing a loan from Benchmark Community Bank to purchase five police vehicles.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 247 amending sidewalk regulations in the zoning code (repealing Sec. 29-62(d)(9)d, adding Sec. 29-62(e))
• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 2026-06-03 – conditional use permit for outdoor display of sheds at 1006 West Third Street
• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 2026-06-04 – conditional use permit to convert a basement into an accessory dwelling unit at 1305 Lee Drive
• Resolution No. 2026-07-01 authorizing a loan with Benchmark Community Bank for the purchase of five police vehicles

The Farmville Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 247, amending the zoning ordinance to allow multimodal paths as an alternative to concrete sidewalks, and approved a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 1305 Lee Drive. The council denied a conditional use permit for an outdoor shed display at 1006 West Third Street due to floodway concerns, and authorized a $337,000 loan from Benchmark Community Bank to purchase five police vehicles. All votes were unanimous among the six present members.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 247 amending sidewalk requirements to allow multimodal paths (6-0)
• Denied Resolution No. 2026-06-03 for outdoor shed display CUP at 1006 West Third Street (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-06-04 for basement-to-ADU conversion at 1305 Lee Drive (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-07-01 authorizing $337,000 loan for five police vehicles (6-0)
• Adopted the consent agenda including minutes from June 3 and June 10 meetings (6-0)

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will discuss proposed Ordinance No. 247, which would amend the zoning ordinance by repealing and replacing sidewalk requirements. Also up for discussion are conditional use permits for an outdoor shed display at 1006 West Third Street and an ADU conversion at 1305 Lee Drive, as well as a remote participation policy and water/sewer tap rebates.

• Discussion of Proposed Ordinance No. 247 to amend sidewalk regulations in zoning code
• Discussion of Resolution No. 2026-06-03: conditional use permit for outdoor shed retail display at 1006 West Third Street
• Discussion of Resolution No. 2026-06-04: conditional use permit for basement-to-ADU conversion at 1305 Lee Drive
• Discussion of Remote Participation Policy for meetings
• Discussion of Water and Sewer Tap Rebates

The Farmville Town Council held a work session on July 1, 2026, where it discussed but did not vote on several items, including a zoning ordinance amendment, two conditional use permits, a remote participation policy, and water/sewer tap rebates. The only formal action taken was recommending Lorraine C. Watson to the Board of Zoning Appeals, filling the expired term of Sam Carey. The council also entered closed session to discuss a prospective candidate for the same board.

• Recommended Lorraine C. Watson to Board of Zoning Appeals (7-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss prospective BZA candidate (7-0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• No action taken on proposed zoning ordinance amendment (discussion only)
• No action taken on CUP for outdoor shed display (discussion only)
• No action taken on CUP for basement ADU conversion (discussion only)
• No action taken on remote participation policy (discussion only)
• No action taken on water/sewer tap rebates (discussion only)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear two appeals. The first, case BZA26-002, challenges the town’s denial of a sign permit for an electronic message board at 1700 South Main Street in the B‑3 Highway Commercial Zoning District. The second, case BZA26-006, requests a 26‑foot variance to reduce the front‑yard setback for a single‑family home at 214 Woodrow Avenue.

• Case BZA26-002: Appeal of sign permit denial for electronic message board, 1.248‑acre site at 1700 South Main Street
• Case BZA26-006: Request for 26‑foot front‑yard setback variance, 0.266‑acre site at 214 Woodrow Avenue
• Review of minutes from the March 26, 2026 regular Board of Zoning Appeals meeting
• New Business item
• Staff Updates item

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning text amendment to repeal and replace sidewalk construction requirements in the B-1, B-2, B-3, R-1, R-2, and R-3 districts. Additionally, two conditional use permit requests will be considered: one for an outdoor shed display at 1006 West Third Street and one for converting a basement into an accessory dwelling unit at 1305 Lee Drive. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• ZTA26-001: Public hearing to repeal Sec. 29-62(d)(9)d and add new sidewalk requirements for subdivisions in B-1, B-2, B-3, R-1, R-2, R-3 districts.
• CUP26-002: Request for conditional use permit for outdoor display of sheds for retail at 1006 West Third Street (0.971 acres).
• CUP26-003: Request for conditional use permit to convert a basement into an accessory dwelling unit at 1305 Lee Drive (0.298 acres).
• Consideration of minutes from May 20, 2026 regular meeting.
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker.

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving $5,500 for a load test on the Fourth Street Bridge. The agenda also includes a consent agenda for prior meeting minutes, a finance report for May 2026, and a closed session to discuss the town manager and clerk's performance and real property acquisition.

• Request to Approve Expenditure of $5,500 for Fourth Street Bridge Load Test
• Public Hearing
• Finance Report for May 2026
• Closed Session for personnel and real property discussion

The Town Council approved a 3% salary increase for the Town Manager and Clerk of Council, along with a $2,000 annual automobile allowance for the Manager. The Council also approved a $5,500 expenditure for a Fourth Street Bridge load test and moved the July 4th holiday to Monday, July 6th.

• Approved 3% raises for Town Manager and Clerk of Council (6-0)
• Approved $5,500 for Fourth Street Bridge load test (6-0)
• Moved July 4th holiday to Monday, July 6th (6-0)
• Accepted Consent Agenda including draft minutes (6-0)
• Approved Finance Report (6-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss Town Manager performance and real property acquisition (6-0)

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will consider adopting the FY2026-2027 budget (Resolution No. 2026-05-01), a Five-Year Capital Improvement Program, and a pay plan. Council will also discuss the draft Comprehensive Plan and a report on the General Fund fund balance. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel matters.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-05-01 — FY2026-2027 Budget
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-05-02 — Five-Year Capital Improvement Program
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-06-01 — Pay Plan FY2026-2027
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-06-02 — Career Development Programs for Public Safety
• Discussion: Draft Comprehensive Plan review

The Council approved the FY2026-2027 budget, a five-year capital improvement program, and a new employee pay plan. They also authorized career development programs for public safety staff. All approved financial and personnel measures are set to take effect July 1, 2026.

• Approved FY2026-2027 Budget (7-0)
• Approved FY2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program (7-0)
• Approved FY2026-2027 Pay Plan (6-1)
• Approved Public Safety Career Development Programs (7-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear a VDOT presentation on the Designated Growth Area (DGA) and continue reviewing the Comprehensive Plan, covering the Future Land Use Map, Transportation, and Implementation chapters. An update on conditional use permit CUP26-002 is also scheduled. The meeting includes a public comment period, but no votes on these items are listed on the agenda.

• VDOT presentation on Designated Growth Area (DGA)
• Comprehensive Plan review: Designated Growth Area and Future Land Use Map
• Comprehensive Plan review: Transportation
• Comprehensive Plan review: Implementation
• Update on conditional use permit CUP26-002

Town Council

The Town Council will consider increasing the transient lodging tax from 7% to 8%, raising sanitation fees for business units from $11 to $33 per month, and adopting a budget and capital improvement plan. The body will also vote on a funding application for a roundabout project and a joint emergency operations plan.

• Ordinance No. 244: Increase transient lodging tax from 7% to 8%
• Ordinance No. 246: Increase sanitation fee for business units from $11 to $33 per month
• Resolution No. 2026-05-03: Funding application for E. Third Street/Milnwood Road/Persimmon Tree Fork Road roundabout
• Public Hearing: FY2026-2027 Budget
• Public Hearing: Capital Improvement Plan

The council adopted a 1% increase to the transient lodging tax, raising it from 7% to 8%, effective July 1, 2026. It also approved a joint emergency operations plan with Prince Edward County and abandoned an alley and right-of-way in Weyanoke Park Section I. All votes were unanimous (4-0). Public hearings on the sanitation fee increase for businesses and the FY2026-2027 budget were held but no votes were taken.

• Adopted Joint Emergency Operations Plan with Prince Edward County (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 244 increasing transient lodging tax from 7% to 8% effective July 1, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 245 abandoning alley and right-of-way in Weyanoke Park Section I (4-0)

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss the proposed FY2026-2027 town budget and capital improvement plan. Other discussions include a sidewalk draft ordinance, an alley and right-of-way abandonment at Weyanoke Park on Buffaloe Lane, and a VDOT presentation on the Designated Growth Area and E. Third Street Smart Scale Project. The meeting will also include a closed session for real property acquisition and prospective business discussions.

• VDOT presentation on Designated Growth Area and E. Third Street Smart Scale Project
• Discussion of Sidewalk Draft Ordinance
• Discussion of Proposed Ordinance No. 245 for alley and right-of-way abandonment on Buffaloe Lane
• Discussion of Proposed FY2026-2027 Town Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Closed session for real property acquisition and prospective business or industry expansion

The Town Council agreed to proceed with a hybrid roundabout alternative for the East Third Street and Milnwood Road intersection. The project is part of a VDOT Smart Scale application and requires a formal Resolution of Support at a future meeting. Council also reached a consensus to return a sidewalk ordinance draft to the Planning Commission.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Agreed to move forward with hybrid roundabout alternative for East Third Street and Milnwood Road
• Consensus to return sidewalk ordinance draft to Planning Commission for June public hearing
• Entered closed session to discuss real property and prospective business (7-0)
• Certified closed meeting was conducted in conformity with Virginia law (7-0)

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will discuss the proposed FY2026-2027 town budget. The budget sets spending priorities for the coming year. The meeting also includes the Town Manager's report and comments from the Mayor and Council.

• Discussion: Proposed FY2026-2027 Town Budget

The council adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It approved moving forward with a public hearing on the proposed FY2026‑2027 town budget, which includes additional cuts and a 1% increase to the lodging tax. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing on FY2026‑2027 budget with 1% lodging tax increase (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Farmville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for outdoor display of sheds at 1006 West Third Street in the B-3 Highway Commercial District. Commissioners will also review the Comprehensive Plan sections on Community Facilities and Land Use. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment period.

• CUP26-002: Conditional use permit for outdoor shed display at 1006 West Third Street (parcel 0023A03(0A)00-010, 0.971 acres)
• Public hearing for the conditional use permit in B-3 district, where outdoor display requires a permit
• Comprehensive Plan review — Community Facilities section
• Comprehensive Plan review — Land Use section
• Consideration of March 18, 2026 regular meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will consider three ordinances regarding erosion management and tax adjustments. Proposed changes include increasing the tax on prepared food and transient lodging from seven percent to eight percent.

• Ordinance No. 242: Repealing Chapter 10 (Erosion and Sediment Control) to enact an Erosion and Stormwater Management Program
• Ordinance No. 243: Increasing the tax on the sale of prepared food from seven percent to eight percent
• Ordinance No. 244: Increasing the tax on transient lodging from seven percent to eight percent
• Acceptance of the Planning Commission 2025 Annual Report
• Acceptance of the Board of Zoning Appeals 2025 Annual Report

The Council approved a new ordinance to manage the town's own stormwater permitting process. Votes to increase the meals tax and transient lodging tax from 7% to 8% were postponed until after upcoming budget discussions.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 242 regarding Erosion and Stormwater Management Program (7-0)
• Tabled vote on Ordinance No. 243 to increase prepared food tax from 7% to 8% (Unanimous)
• Tabled vote on Ordinance No. 244 to increase transient lodging tax from 7% to 8% (Unanimous)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Accepted the Consent Agenda including minutes from Feb 23, March 4, and March 11 (Unanimous)

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will discuss the proposed FY2026-2027 town budget, a sidewalks ordinance, a joint emergency operations plan, and an erosion and stormwater program. They will consider two ordinances to raise taxes on prepared food and transient lodging from 7% to 8%. The meeting includes a closed session for real property matters.

• Proposed FY2026-2027 Town Budget (presentation)
• Sidewalks Draft Ordinance March 2026
• Proposed Joint Emergency Operations Plan – Prince Edward-Farmville EOP 2026
• Proposed Ordinance No. 242 – Erosion and Stormwater Management Program
• Proposed tax increases on prepared food (Ordinance 243) and transient lodging (Ordinance 244) from 7% to 8%

The Town Council reviewed the proposed FY2026-2027 budget, which includes a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for employees. Discussions were held regarding a proposed sidewalk ordinance and upcoming public hearings for tax adjustments and stormwater management.

• Approved adoption of the agenda (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss real property acquisition/disposition (7-0)

General

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider adopting its 2026 meeting schedule and the 2025 annual report. The meeting will also include the election of officers and the hearing of case BZA26-001.

• Adoption of 2026 Standing Meeting Schedule
• Adoption of 2025 Annual Report
• Election of Officers
• Hearing of Case BZA26-001
• Consideration of November 20, 2025 Minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit request for an accessory dwelling unit on a 0.593‑acre site at 1602 B High Street in the R‑1 zoning district. The commission will also discuss a draft sidewalk ordinance and begin a review of the comprehensive plan focusing on the economy. Additional agenda items include public comments, staff updates, and routine approvals.

• Conditional use permit request (CUP26-001) for accessory dwelling unit at 1602 B High Street, R‑1 zone
• Discussion of draft sidewalk ordinance
• Introductory review of the comprehensive plan – economy section

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will consider three resolutions, including renewing the cable franchise with Shentel, amending the airport land lease, and establishing financial reporting rules for nonprofits seeking town funds. Council will also discuss a salary study for the mayor and council, and health insurance. The meeting includes a public comment period and a finance report.

• Request approval of Resolution No. 2026-03-03 – Renewal of Cable Franchise Agreement with Shentel
• Request approval of Resolution No. 2026-03-02 – Amending Approved Farmville Regional Airport Land Lease Agreement
• Request approval of Resolution No. 2026-03-01 – Establishing Financial Reporting Requirements for Nonprofit Organizations Requesting Appropriations from the Town
• Discussion: Council/Mayor Salary Study
• Discussion: Health Insurance

The Farmville Town Council adopted the agenda, consent agenda, and finance report. It approved an amendment to the Farmville Regional Airport lease, set new financial reporting rules for nonprofits, and renewed the cable franchise with Shentel. The council also approved a budget proposal that raises the meals and lodging taxes from 7% to 8% and provides a 3% salary increase for most employees (2% for directors) to cover health‑insurance cost increases.

• Adopted agenda (motion passed unanimously)
• Accepted consent agenda (motion passed unanimously)
• Accepted finance report (motion passed unanimously)
• Approved Resolution 2026-03-02 amending Farmville Regional Airport land lease (all members voting "yes")
• Approved Resolution 2026-03-01 establishing nonprofit financial reporting requirements (all members voting "yes")
• Approved Resolution 2026-03-03 renewing Shentel cable franchise agreement (all members voting "yes")
• Approved budget proposal: meals tax increase to 8%, lodging tax increase to 8%, 3% salary raise for non‑directors, 2% raise for directors, and health‑insurance plan changes (Reid, Dwyer, Pairet, Yoelin, Hunter, Hardy, Amos voting "yes")

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss several agenda items, including options for splashpad bathrooms, an amended lease for the Farmville Regional Airport, a study of council and mayor salaries, a health insurance report, and new requirements for economic incentive appropriations presented in Resolution No. 2026-03-01. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda, only discussion topics.

• Splashpad bathroom options – stick-built or manufactured
• Amended Farmville Regional Airport land lease agreement
• Council/Mayor salary study
• Health insurance report by the Town Manager
• Proposed Resolution No. 2026-03-01 on new economic incentive appropriation requirements

The council adopted the agenda as presented with all present members voting aye. Council members agreed to place the splashpad bathroom construction out to bid. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous aye vote.

• Adopt agenda – unanimous aye vote (6-0)
• Approve putting splashpad bathroom construction out to bid – agreement, no vote recorded
• Adjourn meeting – unanimous aye vote (6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will meet to consider Resolution No. 2026-02-04, which formally censures Council Member Hardy. The meeting is scheduled for February 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber of the Town Hall.

• Consideration of Resolution No. 2026-02-04 - Censure of Council Member Hardy
• Town Council meeting at Town Hall (116 North Main Street)

The council adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It then approved Resolution No. 2026-02-04, formally censuring Councilman John Hardy, with five votes in favor, one against, and one abstention. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-02-04 censuring Councilman John Hardy (5-1-1)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

General

The Farmville Planning Commission will discuss a proposed sidewalk ordinance under old business. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from November 2025 and January 2026, a public comment period, and staff updates. The meeting is procedural except for the sidewalk discussion.

• Discussion of a sidewalk ordinance (Old Business)

Town Council

The Town Council will consider authorizing the transfer of funds for engineering studies and equipment purchases. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss budget and contract negotiations.

• Transfer $81,261 from Wastewater Contingency Fund for High Street Sewer Pump Station study
• Transfer up to $60,000 from Water Contingency Fund for a Backwash Pump purchase
• Transfer funds for Culvert Engineering Study on Venable Street and 4th Street
• Approval of FIDA Educational Facilities Revenue Bonds up to $29,500,000
• Discussion of proposed pay plan for Town Manager and Clerk of Council

The Farmville Town Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2026‑02‑02 to transfer $81,261 from the wastewater treatment plant contingency fund for the High Street Sewer Pump Station engineering study. The council also approved a resolution authorizing the Industrial Development Authority to issue educational facilities revenue bonds not to exceed $29,500,000 to assist the Longwood Real Estate Foundation and its affiliates. In addition, the council adopted the agenda, consent agenda, and finance report without dissent.

• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda, including prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted finance report (unanimous)
• Approved $81,261 transfer from wastewater treatment plant contingency fund for High Street sewer pump station engineering study (unanimous)
• Approved issuance of up to $29,500,000 educational facilities revenue bonds for Longwood Real Estate Foundation (unanimous)

Town Council

The Drakes Branch Town Council will review a proposed pay scale adjustment presented by Dr. Stephanie Davis of Virginia Tech's Technical Assistance Program. The council will vote on Resolution No. 2026-01-01, which affirms a local emergency declaration. Additional discussion items include updates to the sidewalk ordinance, street lighting, and possible employee incentives tied to the FY26-2027 budget.

• Proposed Pay Scale Adjustment presentation by Dr. Stephanie Davis
• Resolution No. 2026-01-01 affirming declaration of local emergency
• Discussion of amendments to the sidewalk ordinance
• Discussion of street lights
• Discussion of potential employee incentives related to FY26-2027 budget

The Farmville Town Council adopted its agenda unanimously. It approved Resolution No. 2026‑01‑01, affirming the January 23 local emergency declaration, with six members voting yes. The Council also passed a motion directing Dominion to use 70‑watt bulbs in neighborhoods and 230‑watt bulbs on main streets, also by a 6‑yes vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopt agenda (unanimous aye)
• Approve Resolution No. 2026‑01‑01 affirming local emergency (6 yes, 0 no, 1 absent)
• Approve street‑light bulb standards: 70‑watt in neighborhoods, 230‑watt on main thoroughfares (6 yes, 0 no, 1 absent)

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council and Planning Commission will meet jointly to discuss updates to the town's Comprehensive Plan for 2026. No formal actions or votes are listed; the agenda item is for discussion only.

• Comprehensive Plan – Updates 2026 (discussion)

The Farmville Town Council adopted the agenda as presented, with all members voting aye. No other substantive actions were approved; the council and planning commission discussed updates to the Comprehensive Plan but made no decisions. The council adjourned the meeting at 7:14 PM, and the planning commission adjourned thereafter.

• Adopt agenda – unanimous approval by all Council members present
• Adjourn Town Council meeting – unanimous approval by all Council members present
• Adjourn Planning Commission meeting – unanimous approval by all Commissioners present

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will consider a request to approve a comprehensive agreement with English Construction Company, Inc. for the design and construction of an addition to the town’s fire station. The council will vote on whether to adopt the agreement. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approve comprehensive agreement with English Construction Company, Inc. for design and construction of a new firehouse addition

The council adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. It approved a comprehensive agreement with English Construction Inc. for the Farmville Fire Station, passing 5‑1. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Approved comprehensive agreement with English Construction Inc. (5-1)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold its first meeting of 2026, including the election of officers and the adoption of meeting dates. The agenda also includes a discussion on a sidewalk ordinance and the adoption of the 2025 annual report.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Discussion on Sidewalk Ordinance
• Adoption of 2025 Annual Report and 2026 goals
• Adoption of 2026 Meeting Dates

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will consider authorizing the town manager to sign an engineering study for repairs to the High Street Sewer Pump Station. The council will also discuss potential employee incentives and vote on adopting a Code of Ethics and Conduct and Ethics Pledge. Routine items include approval of past meeting minutes and a December 2025 finance report.

• Authorization for town manager to sign engineering study for High Street Sewer Pump Station repairs
• Discussion on potential employee incentives
• Adoption of Code of Ethics and Conduct and Ethics Pledge
• December 2025 Finance Report
• Recognition of employees with 25 years of service

The council adopted the meeting agenda, consent agenda, and finance report unanimously. It approved the Town’s Code of Ethics and Conduct and the accompanying Ethics Pledge. Council also authorized the Town Manager to sign an $81,261 contract for an engineering study of the High Street Sewer Pump Station. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous aye)
• Accepted consent agenda (unanimous aye)
• Accepted finance report (unanimous aye)
• Adopted Code of Ethics and Conduct and Ethics Pledge (5 votes yes: Reid, Yoelin, Hunter, Hardy, Amos)
• Approved Town Manager authorization for High Street Sewer Pump Station engineering study $81,261 (5 votes yes: Yoelin, Hunter, Hardy, Amos, Reid)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous aye)

Town Council

The Farmville Town Council will meet to adopt the agenda and hear a finance report from the Deputy Town Manager. The main discussion item is potential employee incentives related to the upcoming FY26-2027 budget. The meeting also includes reports from the Town Manager and comments from the Mayor and Council.

• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Finance report by Deputy Town Manager/Finance Director
• Discussion: Potential Employee Incentives Related to FY26-2027 Budget
• Town Manager's report
• Comments by Mayor and Town Council

The Farmville Town Council held a work session on January 7, 2026, and discussed potential employee incentives for the FY26-27 budget, including a proposed 36-hour, four-day work week for most staff and a career development program for public safety. No formal decisions were made; the council requested further discussion on the four-day work week and showed consensus on the career development program. The council also reviewed November 2025 financial reports, noting revenues at 19% of budget and expenses at 26%, with no concerns raised.

• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Discussed four-day work week proposal; no action taken, requested further discussion
• Discussed career development program for public safety; consensus to proceed
• Reviewed November 2025 financial reports; no formal action