Drakes Branch public meetings in 2023
33 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council
The Town Council will review resolutions regarding a contract with ABM Building Solutions and related Bank of America financing. The meeting also includes a finance report and authorization for 2024 meeting dates.
- Resolution No. 2023-12-01: Contract between Town of Farmville and ABM Building Solutions
- Resolution No. 2023-12-02: Bank of America financing for the ABM Project
- November 2023 Finance Report
- Authorization to advertise 2024 Town Council meeting dates
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will review a monthly financial report from Finance Director Julie Moore. The meeting includes discussions regarding lease purchase financing and bundled energy solutions with ABM Building Solutions.
- Monthly Financial Report by Finance Director Julie Moore
- ABM Building Solutions Lease Purchase Financing Information
- ABM Building Solutions Bundled Energy Solutions Agreement
Town Council
The Town Council will review the FY2022-2023 audit presented by Brown, Edwards & Company, L.L.P. The meeting includes a public hearing and potential adoption of an ordinance regarding revenue sharing for solar energy projects.
- Ordinance No. 227: Revenue sharing for solar energy projects and energy storage systems
- Resolution No. 2023-11-01: Transfer of budgeted funds between fiscal years in General and Water Funds
- Resolution No. 2023-11-02: Appointment of Daniel Clark as Fire Official
- FY2022-2023 Audit presentation by Brown, Edwards & Company, L.L.P.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will review monthly financial reports and updates on Green Front Furniture. The agenda includes discussions on residential permit parking decals and technology options for public comment. The council will also consider Ordinance No. 227 regarding taxation for solar energy projects.
- Ordinance No. 227 to amend taxation code for solar energy revenue sharing
- Monthly financial report from Finance Director Julie Moore
- Discussion on residential permit parking decals
- Review of phone-in technology options for public comment
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding budget amendments and fund transfers between fiscal years. The council will also consider adopting Ordinance No. 226 to amend the town code. Additionally, they will review a memorandum of understanding for infrastructure improvements in Prince Edward Business Park.
- Amendment to the 2023-2024 Town Budget
- Transfer of funds between FY2022-2023 and FY2023-2024 across several town funds
- Internal General Fund transfer of $142,376.81
- Ordinance No. 226 amending the Farmville Town Code
- MOU for infrastructure improvements in Prince Edward Business Park
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Farmville Town Council will review several proposed resolutions regarding local projects and personnel. This includes a public hearing for the River Walk Phase II Project and updates to the compensation plan. The meeting also features a presentation on the Mary E. Branch Heritage Center.
- Public hearing for River Walk Phase II Project (Resolution 2023-09-01)
- Resolution for VDOT Local Share Agreement
- Amendment to the FY 2023-2024 Classification and Compensation Plan
- VDEM Grant for PSAP employee retention pay
- Presentation on the Mary E. Branch Heritage Center
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss amending the FY2023-2024 Classification and Compensation Plan. The agenda includes overviews of ordinances for automobile graveyards, repair shops, and refuse containers. Members will also discuss revenue sharing for solar energy projects and review the River Walk Phase II Project.
- Amending FY2023-2024 Classification and Compensation Plan
- Ordinance overview for automobile graveyards and repair shops
- Discussion of revenue share for solar energy projects
- River Walk Phase II Project (Resolution No. 2023-09-01)
- PSAP Staffing Recognition Grant report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is considering a site plan approval request for a one-story commercial building. The proposed project involves a 10,000 square foot structure on a 2.05-acre site.
- Site plan approval for a 10,000 square foot commercial building (POD23-002)
- Approval of June 21, 2023, meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will consider a request to rezone approximately 31 acres at the 300 block of Meriwood Farm Road. The agenda also includes proposals for new parking enforcement technology and an economic development incentive. A July 2023 finance report will be presented.
- Rezoning of ~31 acres from R-1 to R-2 at the 300 block of Meriwood Farm Road
- Adoption of SafetyStick technology for monitoring illegal parking
- Enterprise Zone incentive for architectural services reimbursement
- Deed of easement for Fiber New Facilities Building
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will review a presentation on parking enforcement cameras from Police Chief Andy Ellington. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the Big South Tournament and a monthly financial report.
- Presentation by Chief of Police Andy Ellington on parking enforcement cameras
- Discussion of Big South Tournament
- Monthly Financial Report provided by Finance Director Julie Moore
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Town Council
The Council will consider rezoning approximately 31 acres at the 300 block of Meriwood Farm Road. They will also discuss providing a $350,000 gift to the Farmville Industrial Development Authority for economic development loans.
- Rezoning ~31 acres from R-1 to R-2 at 300 block of Meriwood Farm Road
- $350,000 gift to Farmville Industrial Development Authority for Main Street Corridor loans
- Capital lease with a bank to purchase vehicles
- Certification regarding Granite Falls Subdivision water and sewer connection
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a proposed ordinance to provide $350,000 to F.I.D.A. for economic development loans. The council will also consider rezoning 31 acres on Meriwood Farm Road and amending a contract with ABM Building Solutions LLC regarding water usage data.
- Proposed rezoning of approximately 31 acres from R-1 to R-2 at the 300 block of Meriwood Farm Road
- Proposed $350,000 gift to F.I.D.A. for economic development loans in the Main Street Corridor
- Discussion on amending ABM Building Solutions LLC contract for more water usage data
- Introduction of new Farmville Police Department officers
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding REZ23-001. The request seeks to rezone approximately 31 acres from R-1 to R-2 and update the Future Land Use Map from Low Density Residential to Moderate Density Residential.
- Rezoning of ~31 acres on the 300 block of Meriwood Farm Road (REZ23-001)
- Amendment to change zoning from R-1 to R-2
- Amendment to recategorize site from Low Density Residential to Moderate Density Residential
Town Council
The Town Council will consider resolutions for accessory dwelling units at 1204 Sixth Avenue and 801 Milnwood Road. The council will also vote on renaming Watkins Street to Williams Way.
- Accessory dwelling unit resolution for 1204 Sixth Avenue
- Accessory dwelling unit resolution for 801 Milnwood Road
- Ordinance No. 224 to rename Watkins Street to Williams Way
- Adoption of Farmville Town Council Rules of Procedure
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss proposed rules of procedure and review the monthly financial report. The council is also considering resolutions for accessory dwelling units at two different locations. Additionally, an ordinance to rename Watkins Street in honor of Rev. James Samuel Williams, Jr. will be discussed.
- Proposed accessory dwelling unit at 1204 Sixth Avenue
- Proposed accessory dwelling unit at 801 Milnwood Road
- Ordinance No. 224 to rename Watkins Street to Williams Way
- Monthly financial report from Finance Director Julie Moore
Town Council
The Board of Supervisors and Town Council will meet to review several joint initiatives. Topics include the 2025 County Reassessment and a concept for joint building inspections. Updates will also be provided on water, landfill, and emergency communications projects.
- 2025 County Reassessment
- Joint Building Inspections Concept
- Sandy River Water Project Update
- Emergency Communications System/Joint Dispatch Concept
- Prince Edward County Landfill permitting and upgrades
Town Council
The Town Council will meet to consider the adoption of three resolutions. These include the FY2023-2024 Town Budget, the Capital Improvement Plan, and a Classification and Compensation Plan.
- Resolution No. 2023-05-02 - FY2023-2024 Town Budget
- Resolution No. 2023-05-03 - Capital Improvement Plan
- Resolution No. 2023-05-04 - Classification and Compensation Plan
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for several land use applications. These include requests for a convenience store, accessory dwelling units, and a rezoning of approximately 31 acres.
- Convenience store permit request at 505 Griffin Boulevard
- Accessory dwelling unit request at 1204 Sixth Avenue
- Accessory dwelling unit request at 801 Milnwood Road
- Rezoning of approximately 31 acres on the 300 block of Meriwood Farm Road from R-1 to R-2
Town Council
The council will conduct public hearings for the FY2023-2024 Town Budget and the Capital Improvement Plan. Members will also consider amending the current budget with ARPA funds and adopting ordinances to vacate specific alleys.
- Public hearing for FY2023-2024 Town Budget
- Public hearing for Capital Improvement Plan
- Resolution to amend FY2022-2023 Budget using ARPA funds
- Ordinance to vacate alley between 500 and 600 block of South Virginia Street and South Bridge Street
- Updated Farmville Area Bus - Drug and Alcohol Policy
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a resolution to amend the FY2022-2023 ARPA budget. The meeting also includes discussions on vacating specific alleys and reviewing professional service proposals.
- Proposed Resolution #2023-05-01 to amend the FY2022-2023 ARPA budget
- Proposed Ordinance No. 222 regarding the alley between 500 and 600 block of South Virginia Street and South Bridge Street
- Proposed Ordinance No. 223 regarding the alley between 800 block of First Avenue and 800 block of Hill Street
- Contract renewal for LaBella Associates Professional Consulting Services
- Proposal from Hurt & Proffitt for a Water/Sewer Lines and Pump Station Infrastructure Asset Management Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a draft model ordinance regarding Planned Unit Developments (PUD). The meeting also includes the consideration of minutes from the March 15, 2023, meeting. No public hearings or old business are scheduled.
- Discussion: Planned Unit Development (PUD) Draft Model Ordinance
- Consideration of March 15, 2023, meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will review a public hearing and potential adoption of Ordinance No. 221 regarding zoning and subdivision definitions. Additionally, the council is scheduled to consider the adoption of the 2023 Strategic Plan and Action Work Plan.
- Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 221 (Zoning and Subdivision)
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 221
- Adoption of 2023 Strategic Plan and Action Work Plan
- Proclamation recognizing National Poetry Month
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss the proposed FY 2023-2024 Town Budget, Capital Improvement Plan, and Classification and Compensation Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion on an addendum to the ICA Transportation Contract and Proposed Ordinance No. 221 regarding zoning and subdivision.
- Proposed FY 2023-2024 Town Budget
- Addendum to the ICA Transportation Contract
- Proposed Ordinance No. 221 (Zoning and Subdivision)
- Capital Improvement Plan
- Classification and Compensation Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Case ZTA23-002. This case involves amending Section 29-81 of the town code to comply with requirements from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, FEMA, and the National Flood Insurance Program.
- Public Hearing for Case ZTA23-002: Amendment to Section 29-81 – Definitions
Town Council
The Town Council will review a proposed FY2023-2024 budget presentation. The meeting includes a public hearing and potential adoption of Ordinance No. 220 regarding the Floodplain Overlay District. Additionally, council members will consider approval of local choice health insurance rates.
- Public Hearing for Ordinance No. 220 (Floodplain Overlay District)
- Proposed FY2023-2024 Town Budget presentation
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 220
- Approval of FY2023-2024 Local Choice Health Insurance Rates
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will review the monthly financial report provided by Finance Director Julie Moore. Discussions include funding for Prince Edward Vol. Rescue Squad and American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council will also discuss paving bids and proposed updates to the Floodplain Overlay District ordinance.
- Prince Edward Vol. Rescue Squad funding
- Review of paving bids and street costs
- Proposed Ordinance No. 220 (Floodplain Overlay District)
- FY 2023-2024 Local Choice Health Insurance Rates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for an ice cream shop at the intersection of East Third Street and Hylawn Avenue. The commission will also review proposed amendments to the Floodplain Overlay District to meet state and federal requirements.
- Site plan approval for a 1,050 square foot specialty food store (Case POD22-004)
- Resolution to initiate Floodplain Ordinance Amendments ZTA23-001 and 002
- Public hearing for amendments to the Floodplain Overlay District (Case ZTA23-001)
Town Council
The Town Council will consider a permit for a one-story, 116-unit self-storage building and the Farmville Area Bus Transit Development Plan. The agenda also includes requests to transfer funds within the Transportation Fund and authorize tax write-offs. Additionally, the council will review participation in the Virginia Investment Pool.
- Public hearing for a 116-unit self-storage building permit
- Approval of the Farmville Area Bus Transit Development Plan
- Transfer of funds from Transportation Fund Contingency to Transportation Fund
- Authorization of real estate tax, liens, and utilities receivable write-offs
- Participation in the VACO/VML Virginia Investment Pool
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will review an overview of Resolution No. 2023-02-03 regarding a conditional use permit for a 116-unit self-storage building. The agenda also includes presentations on an ABM proposal and a Planned Unit Development. Additionally, the council will receive the monthly financial report.
- Overview of Resolution No. 2023-02-03 for a 116-unit self-storage building
- Presentation of ABM Proposal
- Planned Unit Development discussion
- Monthly Financial Report
- Closed session regarding FIDA appointment candidates
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The board will also consider July 28, 2022 minutes and adopt the standing meeting schedule for 2023.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
- Adoption of 2023 Standing Meeting Schedule
- Introduction of new Building Official in training, Nicholas Bowles
- Routine Residential Projects Info Session on January 27, 2023
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a worksession to discuss Planned Unit Developments (PUDs). The agenda includes a staff presentation and a period for public participation. The commission will also discuss the date for additional input sessions and next steps.
- Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) discussion
- Staff presentation on PUDs
- Public participation session
Planning Commission
The Farmville Planning Commission will hold its annual organizational meeting to elect officers. The commission will also hear a request for a 116-unit self-storage building on South Main Street. Additionally, staff will provide a briefing regarding the Floodplain Ordinance Update.
- Conditional use permit for a 19,870 square foot mini warehouse
- Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
- Staff briefing on the Floodplain Ordinance Update
- Adoption of the 2022 Annual Report and 2023 goals
Town Council
The Farmville Town Council will hold public hearings for budget amendments and an alley abandonment. The council also plans to discuss using ARPA funds for a replacement fire truck. New police officers and a firefighter will be introduced during the meeting.
- Public hearing for Resolution 2023-01-01 (FY 2022-23 budget amendment)
- Ordinance No. 218 regarding alley abandonment at 1702 South Main Street
- Discussion of replacement fire truck purchase using ARPA funds
- Adoption of the Code of Ethics and Conduct and Ethics Pledge
- Appointment of a new Vice-Mayor