Drakes Branch public meetings in 2022
26 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 217. This item concerns the sale of the Farmville Golf Course. The council will also consider a request to adopt this ordinance.
- Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 217 (Sale of Farmville Golf Course)
- Request to Adopt Ordinance No. 217
Planning Commission
The meeting includes the introduction of Nicholas Bowles as a Building Official in Training. Staff will also provide briefings on Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) and the annual report to Town Council.
- Introduction of Nicholas Bowles, Building Official in Training
- Staff briefing on Planned Unit Developments (PUDs)
- Commission’s annual report to Town Council
- Review of 2023 meeting schedule
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 216 regarding additional height regulations. The council will also consider using American Rescue Plan Act funds for elevator renovations at the Water Treatment Plant.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 216 regarding additional height regulations
- Resolution 2022-12-01 for ARPA funds for Water Treatment Plant elevator renovations
- Approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
- Finance report by Finance Director Julie Moore
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed changes to the town's zoning ordinance. These include new height limits for certain architectural features and updated rules for political and campaign signs.
- ZTA22-001: Proposed height regulations for structures like chimneys, cupolas, and flagpoles
- REZ22-005: Proposed rules for the size, timing, and location of political and campaign signs
- Introductory brief regarding Planned Unit Developments
Town Council
The Council will consider ordinances to establish the Robert Russa Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District. The agenda also includes a presentation of the 2021-2022 audit and a request regarding water meter installation for NaturChem Inc. Discussion is scheduled concerning the use of the caboose as an office for the Farmville Downtown Partnership.
- Ordinance No. 213 and 214: Robert Russa Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District
- Presentation of the 2021-2022 Audit by Brown, Edwards & Company, L.L.P.
- Ordinance No. 215: Water meter installation for NaturChem Inc.
- Discussion on using the caboose as an office for Farmville Downtown Partnership
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider recommendations to the Town Council regarding a new Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District. This includes proposed changes to zoning ordinance language and the establishment of district boundaries.
- Proposed zoning ordinance amendment for the Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District (ZTA22-003)
- Proposed establishment of boundaries for the Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District (REZ22-001)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit for a multifamily dwelling and proposed changes to the town charter. The council also plans to review ARPA funds for new playground equipment at Wilck's Lake.
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP22-002) for four apartment units at 1306 Longwood Avenue
- Proposed changes to the Town of Farmville Charter
- Resolution 2022-10-01 providing ARPA funds for playground equipment at Wilck's Lake
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and decision regarding a conditional use permit for a four-unit multifamily dwelling at 1306 Longwood Avenue. The commission will also continue discussions on the Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District and consider an ordinance amendment.
- Conditional Use Permit for a four-unit multifamily dwelling at 1306 Longwood Avenue
- Ordinance Amendment Resolution 2022-002 for Moton Museum Gateway Overlay
Town Council
The Town Council will consider a presentation of the proposed Town Charter and hold a public hearing on zoning and subdivision amendments. The meeting also includes votes on resolutions regarding American Rescue Plan Act funds and various departmental fund transfers.
- Presentation of the proposed Town of Farmville Charter
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 212 (Zoning and Subdivision)
- Adoption of Resolution 2022-09-01 regarding ARPA funds
- Fund transfers to the Library Trust Fund and Weyanoke payment gap financing
- Transfer of budgeted funds from FY21-22 to FY22-23
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss several potential uses for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, including playground equipment at Wilck's Lake and a splash pad. The council will also hold discussions regarding the Moton Museum Overlay District.
- Discussion of ARPA funds for Wilck's Lake Playground Equipment
- Discussion of ARPA funds for a Splash Pad
- Discussion of ARPA funds for a Public Works Crash Barrier
- Discussion regarding the Moton Museum Overlay District
Planning Commission
The Farmville Planning Commission will discuss the Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District. The commission will also receive updates on height regulations and political sign ordinances. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.
- Status of ZTA22-001 regarding additional height regulations
- Status of ZTA22-002 regarding B-2/B-3 political and campaign signs
- Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District
Planning Commission
The July 20, 2022, agenda includes a new Planning Commissioner introduction. Also listed are the Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District, a setbacks amendment, and an ordinance amendment resolution.
- New Planning Commissioner Introduction
- Moton Museum Gateway Overlay District
- Setbacks amendment
- Ordinance amendment resolution
Town Council
The Town Council will review a resolution to revise the Utility Adjustment Policy and discuss a legal representation letter for a Charter change. The agenda also includes an industrial revitalization fund grant and a closed session regarding town property acquisition or lease.
- Resolution 2022-07-02 to revise Utility Adjustment Policy
- Approval of legal representation letter for Charter change
- Utility adjustment request for Rashah Alkim
- Resolution 2022-07-03 regarding Mary Branch - Industrial Revitalization Fund Grant
- Closed session discussion on acquisition or lease of Town property
Town Council
The Town Council will vote to adopt a resolution for a police vehicle capital lease program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding community development fees, utility adjustment policies, and zoning ordinance amendments.
- Adoption of Resolution 22-07-01 for police vehicle capital lease program
- Request to authorize Town Manager to sign a contract with LaBella
- Proposed school zone speed monitoring devices for Griffin Blvd
- Discussion of community development fee schedule
- Discussion of zoning ordinance amendments
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two zoning text amendments. These include recommendations to the Town Council regarding new height regulations for certain structures and modifications to sign area, height, and political sign rules in B-2 and B-3 districts.
- Public hearing for ZTA22-001 regarding building height regulations
- Public hearing for ZTA22-002 regarding sign area, height, and political signs in B-2 and B-3 districts
- Resolution to initiate amendments to Chapter 29, Zoning and Subdivision
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a review of the Chapter 29 Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance. The meeting also includes consideration of the April 20, 2022, minutes. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.
- Chapter 29, Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Review
- Consideration of April 20, 2022, minutes
Planning Commission
The meeting includes procedural items such as approving minutes from February 16, 2022. The commission will also discuss a local primer regarding ethics and the Planning Commission.
- Approval of February 16, 2022, minutes
- Discussion on ethics and the Planning Commission
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for Case ZTA23-002 regarding Section 29-81 – Definitions. This amendment is intended to comply with requirements from FEMA and the National Flood Insurance Program. The commission will provide a recommendation to the Town Council.
- Public hearing for Case ZTA23-002 (Section 29-81 definitions)
- Approval of February 15, 2023 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Farmville Town Council will review health insurance rates and salary adjustments for E911 communications operators. The council also holds a public hearing for conditional use permit case CUP 22-001. Additionally, members will discuss changes to rental facility fees and deposits.
- Salary adjustments for E911 communications operators
- Approval of FY2022-2023 Local Choice Health Insurance rates
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit case CUP 22-001
- Discussion on changes to rental facilities fees and deposits
- Partial business license refund for Davies & Davies, Attorneys at Law
Town Council
The Farmville Town Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative matters. Topics include writing off certain delinquent real estate taxes and utility bills, as well as changing disconnection procedures for unpaid accounts.
- Write-off of certain delinquent real estate taxes and utility bills
- Changes to disconnect procedures for delinquent utility accounts
- Salary adjustments for E911 communications operators
- FY 2022-2023 Local Choice Health Insurance rates
- Redistricting legal requirements
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling at 703 First Avenue. The meeting also includes the introduction of a new administrative assistant and discussions on professional development topics.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit CUP22-001 (Chatelain Accessory Dwelling) at 703 First Avenue
- Introduction of Administrative Assistant II Michelle Watkins
- Discussion regarding professional development program topics
Town Council
The Farmville Town Council will consider approving the town's 2020-2021 audit by Brown Edwards & Company, LLP. The council is also scheduled to discuss COVID revenue loss and ARPA funds. Additionally, the Planning Commission's 2021 annual report will be presented for informational purposes.
- Approval of 2020-2021 audit by Brown Edwards & Company, LLP
- Appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals
- Discussion of COVID revenue loss and ARPA funds
- Review of Planning Commission's 2021 annual report
- Closed session regarding vacant Finance Director position
Town Council
The council will introduce new police officers and the 2021 Officer of the Year. Discussions are scheduled regarding redistricting, voter registrar candidate filings, and COVID revenue loss or ARPA funds. The council will also consider appointments for a Zoning Administrator and Subdivision Agent.
- Introduction of Farmville Police Department new officers and 2021 Officer of the Year
- Discussion regarding redistricting
- Discussion of COVID revenue loss/ARPA funds
- Appointments to Zoning Administrator and Subdivision Agent positions
Planning Commission
The Town of Farmville Planning Commission will hold its annual organizational meeting to elect a chairperson, vice-chairperson, and secretary. The commission will also consider adopting the 2021 Annual Report and setting 2022 meeting dates.
- Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
- Adoption of 2021 Annual Report and 2022 Goals
- Adoption of 2022 meeting dates
Town Council
The Town Council will review the 2020-2021 audit presented by Brown Edwards. The meeting includes discussions on redistricting, COVID revenue loss, and ARPA funds. Additionally, the council will consider authorizing an option agreement with AC Power, LLC.
- Presentation of the 2020-2021 audit by Brown Edwards
- Discussion regarding redistricting
- Authorization for an option agreement with AC Power, LLC
- Discussion of COVID revenue loss and ARPA funds
- Approval of a partial KFC business license refund
Town Council
The Farmville Town Council will hold a work session to discuss redistricting. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as the call to order and roll call.
- Discussion on redistricting