Fredericksburg public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on repealing the Railroad Station Overlay District from 13 properties on Charles, Frederick, Sophia, and Princess Anne Streets. They will also consider a comprehensive plan amendment and zoning map amendment for Area 5 near University/Central US Route 1, rezoning about 13.2 acres from Commercial Shopping Center to Commercial Highway with form-based regulations. The meeting includes discussion of potential policies, Housing Advisory Committee participation, and reports on a shopping center study and downtown traffic engineering study.

• Continued public hearing to repeal Railroad Station Overlay District affecting 13 properties on Charles, Frederick, Sophia, and Princess Anne Streets
• Comprehensive plan amendment to adopt Small Area Plan for Planning Area 5 (Area 5 University/Central US Route 1)
• Zoning map amendment to rezone approx. 13.2007 acres from Commercial Shopping Center to Commercial Highway with form-based regulations
• Discussion of potential policies, ordinances, or applications including Housing Advisory Committee participation
• Presentation of Shopping Center Study and Downtown Traffic Engineering Study

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on December 11, 2024, and voted to recommend approval to the City Council of a zoning map amendment removing the Railroad Station Overlay District (RSO) from 13 parcels and a text amendment repealing the RSO from the Unified Development Ordinance. The commission also recommended approval of the Area 5 Small Area Plan, which includes rezoning approximately 13.2 acres from Commercial Shopping Center to Commercial Highway and adopting form-based regulations. Numerous residents and the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation spoke in opposition to the RSO removal, citing concerns about historic character, density, and safety.

• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment removing RSO from 13 parcels
• Recommended approval of text amendment repealing RSO from Unified Development Ordinance
• Recommended approval of Area 5 Small Area Plan
• Recommended approval of rezoning 13.2 acres from Commercial Shopping Center to Commercial Highway
• Recommended adoption of form-based regulations for Area 5

City Council

This is a work session where the Fredericksburg City Council will discuss a comprehensive agreement for the wastewater treatment plant and a proposed data center overlay district. The council will also conduct a Planning Commission interview at the Oberle Academy before the meeting.

• Discussion of comprehensive agreement for wastewater treatment plant
• Presentation on data center overlay district
• Planning Commission interview at 404 Willis Street (Oberle Academy)

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They toured Oberle Academy, interviewed a Planning Commission applicant, and reviewed the Comprehensive Agreement for the Wastewater Treatment Plant, including a preliminary Guaranteed Maximum Price of $169,780,770. They also discussed a proposed Technology Overlay District for data centers and the associated aggressive timeline.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session
• Reviewed Comprehensive Agreement for Wastewater Treatment Plant with preliminary GMP of $169,780,770
• Discussed Technology Overlay District for data centers with proposed 150-acre minimum campus
• Interviewed Kimberly Doucette for Planning Commission vacancy

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Virginia Supportive Housing and Jeremiah Community Institutional Housing Project. The body is also reviewing board appointments and a wastewater treatment plant agreement amendment.

• Proposed rezoning of 25.92 acres to Planned Development-Residential for the Jeremiah Community project
• Special use permit for a 189-unit institutional housing project
• Vacating unimproved portions of Roffman Road and Bakersfield Lane rights of way
• Amendment to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality agreement for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion & Upgrade Project
• Assignment of parking lease from Venture Hospitality 2, LLC to Historic Fredericksburg Hotel, LLC

The Fredericksburg City Council approved two ordinances on first read related to the Jeremiah Community, a supportive housing project for people experiencing homelessness. Ordinance 24-27 authorized vacating unimproved portions of Roffman Road and Bakersfield Lane rights-of-way, and Ordinance 24-28 rezoned 25.92 acres from R-2 to Planned Development-Residential (PD-R) with proffered conditions. Both passed unanimously (7-0). The council also granted a special use permit for the 189-unit institutional housing project after hearing from 36 speakers, with no recorded vote on the permit in the minutes.

• Approved Ordinance 24-27, first read, authorizing deed for vacating Roffman Road and Bakersfield Lane rights-of-way (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 24-28, first read, rezoning 25.92 acres to PD-R for Jeremiah Community (7-0)
• Granted special use permit for 189-unit institutional housing project (no recorded vote)
• Approved consent agenda including parking lease assignment and board minutes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-86 for wastewater treatment plant expansion amendment (7-0)
• Appointed members to Architectural Review Board, Clean and Green Commission, and other boards
• Adopted minutes from August 27 and November 26, 2024 meetings (7-0)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is holding an emergency meeting to address new business. The primary item for discussion is the Crisis/Disaster Grant Program.

• Discussion of Crisis/Disaster Grant Program

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority held an emergency meeting and approved the creation of a Crisis/Disaster Grant program to assist businesses in the 22401 area following a declared major disaster. The program will fund payroll for up to two pay periods (four weeks), using uncommitted opportunity funds, with the Chair and Treasurer authorized to outline program details with staff. The motion passed 4-0, with three members absent.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved creation of Crisis/Disaster Grant program (4-0)
• Allocated funds from uncommitted opportunity fund line item for the grant program
• Authorized Chair and Treasurer to outline the program with staff assistance

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold public hearings on two continued applications: a porch roof replacement with metal roofing at 1309 Charles Street and window replacements at 1305 Sophia Street. A consent item for a fence installation at 204 Fauquier Street will also be considered. The board will discuss a pre-application for 98 Caroline Street.

• Public hearing: Replace asphalt shingle porch roof with metal roofing at 1309 Charles Street (James Armond)
• Public hearing: Replace vinyl windows with clad wood windows at 1305 Sophia Street (Andy Fitch)
• Consent agenda: Fence installation at 204 Fauquier Street (COA2411-0084)
• Pre-application discussion for 98 Caroline Street
• Approval of draft minutes from February and November 2024 public hearings

The minutes record only a letter from the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation commenting on two Certificate of Appropriateness applications. No substantive decisions by the Architectural Review Board are recorded in the provided text.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two requests for fence special exceptions at 1019 Headquarters Way and 1005 City View Lane, both seeking to allow a 6-foot fence where the ordinance limits secondary front yard fences to 4 feet. The board will also consider approving prior meeting minutes and hear general public comments on zoning matters.

• Fence special exception for 1019 Headquarters Way (SE#2409-0003) – property owner Mohammad Fahim Qurishy requests approval for a 6-foot fence portion in secondary front yard
• Fence special exception for 1005 City View Lane (SE#2410-0004) – property owners Saboor Pirzada and Komal Pirzada request approval for a 6-foot fence portion in secondary front yard
• Public hearing comment deadline: 1:00 p.m. day of meeting; written comments accepted via email, mail, or in-person drop-off

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will receive a presentation from the Parks, Recreation and Events’ Department. The body will discuss staff changes, partner MOUs, and the commission's annual projects and work plan.

• Parks, Recreation and Events’ Department update presentation
• Discussion of MOUs with partners
• Review of Friends’ Group
• Annual projects and work plan for the Commission

The Fredericksburg Recreation Commission met on December 5, 2024, and approved the minutes from September 19, 2024. The main discussion focused on creating a Friends Group to support parks and recreation, with staff coordinating the effort. No formal decisions were made on this or other topics; the meeting was largely informational and planning-oriented.

• Approved minutes of September 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed Friends Group concept, agreed to continue moving forward
• Noted new staff hires: Ron Alston (Superintendent of Recreation) and Courtney Mersiosky (Superintendent of Special Events)
• Reported MOU with seniors completed; working on MOUs with Woman's Club, Main Street, Schools
• Commissioner suggested extending camp hours for working parents; director to explore
• Commissioner asked for action items and member terms; director to add to agenda

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss a proposed economic and fiscal impact analysis for data center development in Celebrate Virginia South, and a bond matter related to Fredericksburg Affordable Housing (Hazel Hill Apartments) Series 2004. The board will also hear committee reports and approve meeting minutes from October 21, 2024.

• Economic and Fiscal Impact Analysis Study for Data Center Development – Celebrate Virginia South
• Fredericksburg Affordable Housing (Hazel Hill Apartments) Bond - Series 2004 discussion
• EDA Budget Update and Financial Statement for October and November 2024
• Shore United Bank Certificates of Deposit report
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from October 21, 2024

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board will review the November 5, 2024 election, consider a contract for equipment custodian, discuss replacing a voting precinct at New City Fellowship, and begin planning the FY2026 budget. The meeting includes a public comment period for voting-related matters.

• November 5, 2024 Election Review
• Equipment Custodian Contract
• Replacement Precinct for New City Fellowship
• Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
• Closed Session

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, a consent agenda, public hearing, and city manager items. Key decisions include budget amendments for a third fire apparatus purchase and a grant for a public memorial design, plus a second reading of the stadium fund amendment.

• Second reading of Resolution 24-79 amending the FY2024 budget for the Multi-Purpose Stadium Fund
• Resolution 24-__ approving a City Street Addressing Policy
• Resolution 24-__ approving a Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement between Fredericksburg and University of Mary Washington
• Resolution 24-__ amending the FY2025 budget to authorize purchase of a third fire apparatus
• Resolution 24-__ amending the FY2025 budget to provide a grant to the Fredericksburg Area Museum for design of a public memorial at William Street and Charles Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a legislative agenda meeting with Senator Durant and Delegate Cole. The body will also discuss a proposed project for the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB).

• Legislative meeting with Senator Durant and Delegate Cole
• Discussion on RACSB proposed project
• ARB interview
• Library update regarding Executive Director Rebecca Purdy
• Fredericksburg Area Museum grant

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fredericksburg Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for November 18, 2024, has been postponed to a later date. The agenda included two fence special exception requests at 1019 Headquarters Way and 1005 City View Lane, but those will be heard at the rescheduled meeting.

• Fence special exception for 1019 Headquarters Way (GPIN 7779-69-1612) seeking approval for a 6-foot fence in a secondary front yard.
• Fence special exception for 1005 City View Lane (GPIN 7778-69-1142) seeking approval for a 6-foot fence in a secondary front yard.
• Meeting postponed to a later date.

City Council

City Council will participate in a public hearing as part of the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee meeting. The hearing addresses the Transportation Improvement Program. No other business is listed.

• Public hearing on the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization's Transportation Improvement Program

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider several Certificates of Appropriateness for residential exterior changes. The board will also discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan regarding Area 5 character structures.

• 1312 Sophia Street: request to replace aluminum and Masonite siding with LP Smartside siding
• 1309 Charles Street: request to replace asphalt shingle porch roof with metal roofing
• 708 Caroline Street: sign installation
• 1305 Sophia Street: new application for review
• Comprehensive Plan Update: discussion on Area 5 character structures

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on removing the Railroad Station Overlay District (RSO) via a text amendment and a zoning map amendment. The body will also discuss two special exception requests for residential fencing.

• Proposed repeal of the Railroad Station Overlay District (RSO) via Unified Development Ordinance Text Amendment
• Proposed Zoning Map Amendment removing RSO classification from 13 properties on Charles, Frederick, Sophia, and Princess Anne Streets
• BZA Special Exception Request for a 6' fence at 1019 Headquarters Way SE
• BZA Special Exception Request for a 6' fence at 1005 City View Lane SE

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will meet to decide on a new Small Area Plan for Planning Area 5, including zoning changes for 13.2 acres and form-based regulations. They will also consider a resolution supporting further study of data center development. The council will review preliminary financial reports and hear public comments on these items.

• Affirming denial of rooftop addition at 314 William Street
• Supporting study of data center development
• Initiating Small Area 5 Plan with zoning changes for 13.2 acres
• Amending FY2024 budget for Multi-Purpose Stadium Fund
• Reviewing preliminary FY2024-Q4 and FY2025-Q1 financial report

City Council

The City Council will conduct a joint discussion with the Planning Commission regarding a land use report. The meeting also includes discussions on the Area 5 Small Area Plan and Virginia Supportive Housing & Jeremiah Community.

• Joint Discussion with Planning Commission-Land Use Report
• Virginia Supportive Housing & Jeremiah Community
• Area 5 – Small Area Plan
• FOIA Training

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board is meeting to perform Election Day duties and visit all precincts. The board will later canvass votes from all precincts, including absentee by mail and absentee by person. A closed session will be held to adjudicate provisionals.

• Administration of November 5, 2024 Presidential Election duties
• Canvassing of votes from all precincts and absentee ballots on November 6, 2024
• Closed session to adjudicate provisionals

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update process, including plan structure and historic preservation goals. The board will also consider recognitions of past harm and receive general public comments. No votes or specific project approvals are on the agenda.

• Overview of Comprehensive Plan Update process
• Feedback on Historic Preservation Goals
• Recognitions of Past Harm
• General Public Comment period

Planning Commission

The Fredericksburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Jeremiah Community & Virginia Supportive Housing Project, which includes a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, special use permit, and right-of-way vacation. The Commission will also discuss potential policies, elect officers, and consider transmittal of the Draft Area 5 Small Area Plan.

• Public hearing on 25.92-acre rezoning from R-2 to Planned Development-Residential (PD-R) for the Jeremiah Community & Virginia Supportive Housing Project
• Special Use Permit for 109 single/two-unit units (Micah Ecumenical Ministries) and 80 multi-unit units (Virginia Supportive Housing)
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment to adjust T-1 Preserved Open Space boundary to T-3 Sub-urban Transect Zone and vacate Roffman Road/Bakersfield Lane rights-of-way
• Vacation of 1.289-acre undeveloped right-of-way connecting Roffman Road and Bakersfield Lane
• Transmittal of the Draft Area 5 Small Area Plan

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will hold a regular meeting with a legislative agenda that includes discussions on the Forrest Avenue Memorials Commission, Neighborhood Conservation Districts, and the Architectural Board of Appeal Process. No votes or decisions are scheduled; items are listed for discussion only.

• Discussion of Forrest Avenue Memorials Commission
• Discussion of Neighborhood Conservation Districts
• Discussion of Architectural Board of Appeal Process

City Council

The City Council will hear a Health Department update on the Community Health Assessment, consider approving minutes from past meetings, and vote on two resolutions: one adopting the Fredericksburg 2025 General Assembly Legislative Program, and one adopting revised Vision, Desired Future States, and Council Priorities for 2024-2027 with an implementation plan. Public comment and a public hearing are also scheduled.

• Health Department update on Community Health Assessment
• Resolution approving Fredericksburg 2025 General Assembly Legislative Program
• Resolution adopting revised Vision and Council Priorities for 2024-2027 and implementation plan
• Approval of minutes from June, July, and October 2024 sessions
• Public comment and public hearing periods

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will consider a revised corporate sponsorship agreement with the University of Mary Washington, review first draft of EDA bylaws, and discuss a loan for DuoGlo Esthetics. Grant presentations from the Central Rappahannock Regional Library and Brompton Community School are scheduled. The meeting also includes updates on the sports tourism budget and committee reports.

• Revised University of Mary Washington Corporate Sponsorship Agreement
• First draft review of EDA Bylaws
• InvestFXBG Loan – DuoGlo Esthetics, LLC
• Grant presentations: Central Rappahannock Regional Library and Brompton Community School
• Tempest Sports Tourism Index Statement of Work

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to attend a public hearing held by the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) Policy Committee. The hearing addresses the Transportation Improvement Program. No other items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the Transportation Improvement Program (FAMPO)

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board is meeting to discuss final updates for the November 5, 2024, election and schedule a Risk Limiting Audit. The board will also review local rules and delegations, including a responsibilities list from August 6, 2024.

• Walk through of VFW and school system personnel for November 5 election
• Scheduling of Risk Limiting Audit for November 20-22
• Review and approval of Fredericksburg Local Rules and Delegations
• Review of Responsibilities List presented August 6, 2024

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider several sign installation requests and two residential modification applications. The board will also discuss Area 5 character structures and the removal of the Railroad Overlay District.

• Sign installations at 809 Caroline Street, 401 William Street, 716 Caroline Street, and 601 Caroline Street
• Request for awning and accessible entry ramp at 1205 Prince Edward Street
• Request to replace siding with fiber cement at 1312 Sophia Street
• Discussion of Area 5 Character Structures
• Discussion of Railroad Overlay District Removal

Economic Development Authority

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including grant presentations from the Central Rappahannock Regional Library and Brompton Community School, a revised corporate sponsorship agreement with the University of Mary Washington, the first draft review of EDA bylaws, and new business such as the Tempest Sports Tourism Index statement of work and grant applications. The meeting will also include public comments, approval of minutes, and reports from committees and staff.

• Grant Presentation – Central Rappahannock Regional Library
• Grant Presentation – Brompton Community School
• Revised University of Mary Washington Corporate Sponsorship Agreement
• EDA Bylaws First Draft Review
• InvestFXBG Loan – DuoGlo Esthetics, LLC

City Council

The City Council will discuss a potential amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to vacate rights-of-way for Roffman Road and Bakersfield Lane, associated with Virginia Supportive Housing and Jeremiah Community. The agenda also includes a presentation from RIVERE and a discussion on Council priorities. No formal votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Potential Comprehensive Plan amendment to vacate Roffman Road/Bakersfield Lane rights-of-way
• RIVERE presentation
• Council priorities discussion
• Hardhat tour of new Visitor Center at 601 Caroline Street

City Council

The City Council will consider the sale of general obligation bonds and budget amendments for courthouse repairs. The body is also reviewing zoning map changes and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan regarding the Jeremiah Community.

• Ordinance 24-27: Issuance and sale of general obligation bonds not to exceed $35,000,000
• Resolution 24-67: Amending FY 2025 Budget for repairs to the Historic Renwick Courthouse Building
• Proposed amendment to Comprehensive Plan Chapters 10 and 11 for the Jeremiah Community
• Proposed repeal of the Railroad Station Overlay District in the Unified Development Ordinance
• Vacation of Roffman Road/Bakersfield Lane rights of way for Virginia Supportive Housing and Jeremiah Community

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board will meet to discuss a Risk Limiting Audit and an Equipment Custodian Contract. The board is also scheduled to enter a closed session to discuss personnel and election security.

• Risk Limiting Audit
• Equipment Custodian Contract
• Closed session regarding election security and personnel

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the Area 5 Small Area Plan update, the Railroad Station Overlay District, and an annual report transmittal. A public hearing regarding the Jeremiah Community project has been postponed to October 23, 2024.

• Discussion of Area 5 Small Area Plan Update
• Discussion of Railroad Station Overlay District
• Proposed By-Law Amendment to set meeting adjournment by 11:00 p.m.
• Postponement of Jeremiah Community rezoning and special use permit for 189 units
• Review of FY23-24 PCV Annual Report

City Council

The City Council will receive updates on council priorities, historic mayor portraits, and a report on the Railroad Overlay District. They will also consider a letter from the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation regarding the Old Stone Warehouse. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion and reporting items.

• Council Priorities Update
• Historic Mayor Portraits Report
• Railroad Overlay District discussion
• Historic Fredericksburg Foundation letter on Old Stone Warehouse

City Council

This meeting includes a first-read public hearing on issuing up to $35M in general obligation bonds, a second-read ordinance aligning utility disconnection rules with state code, and several city manager agenda items: a budget amendment for repairs to the historic Renwick Courthouse, recognition of a Byrne JAG grant and a HELP auto theft grant, and transmittal of a downtown street study. The council will also appoint members to the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Citizen Transportation Advisory Commission.

• First read of ordinance to issue up to $35M in general obligation bonds (public hearing)
• Second read of Ordinance 24-26 amending utility disconnection provisions to conform with state code
• Resolution 24-__, first read, amending FY2025 budget for repairs to the historic Renwick Courthouse
• Resolution 24-__ amending FY2025 budget to recognize Byrne JAG grant and Virginia HELP auto theft grant
• Transmittal of the Downtown Street Study

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss the Small Area 5 Plan and the designation of character structures, as well as hold a preliminary discussion on the Comprehensive Plan Update. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and public comment only.

• Discussion of Small Area 5 Plan and designation of character structures
• Preliminary discussion on Comprehensive Plan Update

Recreation Commission

The Fredericksburg Recreation Commission will meet to approve July 2024 minutes, hear public comment, and receive a department update. Old business includes a Master Plan update, staff changes, a memorandum of understanding with city schools, and a Friends' Group update. New business covers clean-up efforts, special event updates, and an infrastructure repair project list.

• Master Plan update (old business)
• MOU with City schools (old business)
• Special Event updates (new business)
• Infrastructure Repair Project List update (new business)
• Day of Play on September 21 and Christmas Parade on December 7 (noteworthy dates)

Economic Development Authority

This is a retreat meeting of the Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority. They will discuss amending the EDA bylaws, a REDCO InvestFXBG loan program service agreement, and updates on the Dominion Energy letter of authorization. Also on the agenda are overviews of City Council priorities for 2024-2026, comprehensive plan amendments, and the FY '25-26 economic development strategic plan. The meeting includes public comments and committee reports.

• Amend EDA Bylaws (discussion)
• REDCO InvestFXBG Loan Program Service Agreement (discussion)
• Dominion Energy Letter of Authorization Update (staff report)
• Overview City Council Priorities 2024-2026 (staff report)
• Grant Program Discussion (new business)

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority approved a motion to authorize the Chair to sign a letter to Dominion Energy for an electricity feasibility study for the proposed data center project at Celebrate Virginia South. The board also imposed a moratorium on new grant applications until updated criteria are established, while allowing three existing applications to proceed. Additionally, the EDA authorized a new service agreement with REDCO and approved hiring a public relations firm after counsel review.

• Authorized Chair to sign Dominion Energy letter for electricity feasibility study (7-0)
• Imposed moratorium on new grant applications until updated criteria are set (7-0)
• Authorized Chair to execute new REDCO service agreement (7-0)
• Authorized counsel review and Chair signature for PR firm contract (7-0)
• Approved amended agenda (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved August 12, 2024 regular meeting minutes (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved September 4, 2024 special meeting minutes (6-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The City Council is convening as part of the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) Policy Committee for a public hearing. The hearing addresses the Transportation Improvement Program. No other specific agenda items are listed beyond this public hearing.

• Public hearing on the FAMPO Transportation Improvement Program

City Council

The City Council will conduct an interview for the Board of Zoning Appeals, receive an update on water and sewer projects, and discuss its legislative agenda. No other action items are listed.

• Interview for Board of Zoning Appeals vacancy
• Update on water and sewer projects
• Discussion of legislative agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023-2024 CAPER for the Community Development Block Grant program, then consider adopting a new Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10 with three accompanying rezonings. Also on the agenda are first-read ordinances to align utility disconnection rules with state code and to authorize employee referral bonuses. The consent agenda includes an asphalt rehabilitation contract and board appointments.

• Resolution 24-__ adopting a new Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10 as an amendment to the 2015 Comprehensive Plan
• Ordinance 24-20, second read, rezoning approximately 114 acres in Planning Area 10 from R-4 Residential to R-2 Residential
• Ordinance 24-21, second read, rezoning approximately 7 acres in Planning Area 10 from Light Industrial and General Industrial to Creative Maker District
• Ordinance 24-22, second read, rezoning approximately 13 acres in Planning Area 10 to adopt Form-Based Regulations
• Ordinance 24-__, first read, amending Chapter 74 of the City Code to conform utility disconnection provisions with state code for residential customers

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing on a continued application for a second-story addition at 314 William Street, along with new applications for roofing, siding, and deck work at other properties. The consent agenda includes minor alterations and sign installations at five locations.

• Continued public hearing: second-story addition at 314 William Street by Nicholas Burger
• New application: replace metal roofing at 1205 Charles Street
• New application: replace wood siding at 1214 Caroline Street
• New application: construct covered deck and fencing at 814 Caroline Street
• Consent agenda: sign installations at 716, 1011, 912 Caroline/Charles/Princess Anne streets and minor alterations at 715 and 803 Princess Anne Street

The Architectural Review Board reviewed a revised proposal for the upper-floor addition at 314 William Street, which now includes a 3'-2" setback, increased from the previously proposed 8" and 16" setbacks. The applicant, John J. Burger, Architect, P.C., stated that this is the maximum feasible setback without extensive building modifications. No formal vote was taken at this meeting; the board provided input and the applicant hopes for a vote at the September 9th meeting.

• Reviewed revised addition proposal at 314 William St. with 3'-2" setback (no vote)
• Noted structural plan: new HSS beam and posts to support additional roof load
• Confirmed existing footings (4'x6'x1') are adequate for new load
• Discussed parapet height, cast stone band, and storefront mullion alignment

Economic Development Authority

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority will hold a special meeting to discuss a data center feasibility study. The agenda includes public comments and approval of prior minutes, with the main item being an old business discussion of the study.

• Discussion of Data Center Feasibility Study

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority approved reallocating $141,600 to its Opportunity Fund to support a Dominion Energy load study for potential data center development in Celebrate Virginia South. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved moving $61,600 from InvestFXBG, $30,000 from grant budget, and $50,000 from a CD to Opportunity Fund (7-0)
• Allocated $225,000 total in Opportunity Fund for large development opportunities, including Dominion Energy load study

Electoral Board

The Fredericksburg Electoral Board is meeting to discuss preparations for the November 5, 2024 General Election. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, a closed session, appointment of Officers of Elections, and a report from the General Registrar.

• Discussion of the November 5, 2024 General Election
• Appointment of Officers of Elections (OOE)
• Approval of minutes from August 9, 2024
• Report from General Registrar

The Fredericksburg Electoral Board approved a revised early voting schedule with two extended evening voting sessions (Oct. 24 and Oct. 30, 4:30-6:30 pm) and five ballot pre-processing dates in October and November. The board also approved a revised schedule for emptying DS200 tabulating machines, the security plan, ADA compliance document, and the preliminary officer roster. The equipment custodian contract renewal was deferred pending receipt of a proposal.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 6, 2024 minutes as corrected (unanimous)
• Approved revised early voting schedule with extended hours Oct. 24 and Oct. 30 (unanimous)
• Approved five pre-processing dates: Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29 and Nov. 2 (unanimous)
• Approved revised DS200 ballot retrieval schedule: Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary Officer of Election roster (unanimous)
• Approved security plan (unanimous)
• Approved ADA compliance document (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Jeremiah Community, a proposed 189-unit development including a rezoning, special use permit for institutional housing, and vacation of right-of-way. The Commission will also discuss tear down and infill housing policies and consider a sign variance at 501 Emancipation Highway.

• Public hearing for Jeremiah Community: rezoning from R-2 to PD-R, special use permit for institutional housing, and vacation of right-of-way on a 31.7-acre parcel at Roffman Road and Bakersfield Lane
• Discussion of potential policies regarding tear down and infill housing
• Sign variance at 501 Emancipation Highway
• Upcoming community meeting on September 4 for Small Area 8 Dixon Street/Mayfield (5-7 PM at 311 Glover Street)

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will discuss and potentially decide on a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for Area 10, a land-use change that could affect future development. They will also hear a feasibility study from Dominion Energy regarding data centers. Additionally, the council will interview candidates for the Board of Zoning Appeals and review a draft execution plan for council priorities.

• Area 10 Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning
• Dominion Energy feasibility study on data centers
• Two interviews for Board of Zoning Appeals
• Council priorities draft execution plan

The City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They interviewed two Board of Zoning Appeals applicants and discussed a potential data center feasibility study at Celebrate Virginia South, with the EDA potentially funding up to $200,000. No decisions were made.

• Interviewed BZA applicants Jesse Dominguez and Andrew Mercer (no vote)
• Discussed moving funds to Dominion Energy for a data center feasibility study (no vote)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10, which includes amendments to the 2015 Comprehensive Plan and rezonings on approximately 134 acres. A public hearing is scheduled for a special use permit for a drive-through at Cowan Station. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including a contract for behavioral health services, purchasing two transit vehicles, and multiple budget amendments.

• Adoption of Small Area Plan 10 with rezonings: 114 acres from R-4 to R-2 Residential, 7 acres from Light/General Industrial to Creative Maker District, 13 acres to Form-Based Regulations
• Public hearing on special use permit for Jarrell Properties to operate a drive-through at Cowan Station development
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two vehicles for Fredericksburg Regional Transit
• FY2025 budget amendments: recognition of juvenile justice grant, funding for power sufficiency study engineering plan
• Update on July 20 train derailment at Cobblestone Square by CSX Director

Architectural Review Board

The Board will hold a worksession on a continued request to build a second-story addition over the flat roof of a commercial building at 314 William Street. The remainder of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, quorum, and public comment.

• Discussion of Nicholas Burger's request for a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA2406-0062) to construct a second story addition over a portion of the commercial building's flat roof at 314 William Street, continued from the July 8 public hearing.

The Architectural Review Board continued the public hearing for a proposed second-story addition at 314 William Street, with no final decision made. The applicant revised the plan to extend the second floor across the full building width and increase the setback, but board members raised concerns about design compliance with Historic District guidelines. The board asked the applicant to address issues such as awning material, fenestration, stucco color, and setback feasibility before the next review.

• Continued public hearing for 314 William St. addition (no vote)
• Agenda approved as written
• No conflicts of interest disclosed

City Council

City Council members are scheduled to attend a Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) Policy Committee Meeting. The provided agenda contains no specific items for decision or discussion.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request to allow a wall-mounted electronic variable message sign on the canopy of Valero Gas at 501 A Emancipation Highway. The current ordinance only permits such signs on freestanding structures, but the freestanding sign was removed due to VDOT construction. The board will also approve previous minutes and hear general public comments.

• Variance FY25-01: wall-mounted electronic variable message sign at Valero Gas, 501 A Emancipation Highway
• Property owner: Agree Convenience No. 1, LLC.; applicant James Slaymon of Triumph Signs and Consulting
• Proposed replacement for freestanding sign removed due to VDOT construction on Emancipation Highway
• Approval of draft minutes from October 16, 2023 BZA meeting
• General public comment period for matters not on the agenda

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance to allow a wall-mounted electronic variable message sign at 501 A Emancipation Highway, despite the UDO only permitting such signs on freestanding signs. The approval includes conditions requiring conformance with site plans, compliance with display restrictions, and removal if a freestanding sign is later approved.

• Approved variance for wall-mounted electronic variable message sign (conditions attached)
• Required sign to conform to site plan GPM #50 and Canopy Pricer exhibits
• Required sign to comply with City Code §72-59.5.A display restrictions
• Required sign removal if freestanding sign is approved later

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will join Congresswoman Abagail Spanberger for a visit to the area of a recent train derailment. The event includes stops at the VRE parking lot and the railway yard gate on Railroad Avenue. No formal decisions or proposals are scheduled; this is an informational site visit.

• Visit with Congresswoman Spanberger to view the train derailment area at the VRE parking lot and 1400 Railroad Avenue

Architectural Review Board

The Fredericksburg Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing on a continued application for a second-story addition at 314 William Street. The board will also review a consent agenda item for a sign installation at 716 Caroline Street and a new application for roof replacement at 1000 Charles Street. Procedural items include approval of minutes and staff updates.

• Consent: Sign installation at 716 Caroline Street (COA2407-0063)
• Deferred: Minor alteration at 715 Princess Anne Street moved to 09/09/2024
• Continued public hearing: Second-story addition at 314 William Street requested by Nicholas Burger
• New application: Replace wood shingle roofing with standing seam metal at 1000 Charles Street requested by Nicole McDaniel

The minutes contain only public comments submitted for the August 12, 2024, Architectural Review Board meeting regarding the proposed renovation at 314 William Street. No board decisions, votes, or outcomes are recorded in the provided text.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss data centers and a corporate sponsorship agreement with the University of Mary Washington. The board will also hold a closed session to consider the investment of public funds for a sports tourism opportunity.

• Data center discussion with City Manager Tim Baroody
• University of Mary Washington corporate sponsorship agreement
• Closed session regarding public fund investment for a sports tourism opportunity
• EDA Budget Update and Financial Statement for July 2024

The EDA voted 7-0 to pass through $200,000 from City Council to engage Dominion Power for a data center feasibility study at Celebrate Virginia South, pending Council approval on August 27. The board also authorized the Chair to sign a $5,000 sports tourism contract with UMW Athletics, and approved a closed session to discuss a sports tourism investment. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were deferred to the September meeting.

• Approved pass-through of $200,000 from City Council to EDA for Dominion data center feasibility study (7-0)
• Authorized Chair to sign $5,000 sports tourism contract with UMW Athletics (7-0)
• Approved closed session Resolution 24-08 to discuss sports tourism investment (6-0, 1 absent)
• Certified closed session conduct via Resolution 24-09 (6-0, 1 absent)
• Authorized use of funds for sports tourism opportunity after closed session (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved agenda and July 8, 2024 minutes (6-0, 1 absent)

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board is meeting to conduct official business and appoint Officers of Elections. The agenda includes reports from the General Registrar and Electoral Board officers.

• Appointment of Officers of Elections (OOE)

The Fredericksburg Electoral Board approved 29 Officer of Election applicants and denied 4 based on no Virginia voting history. The board also unanimously extended the contract with Amin Solutions, LLC for equipment custodial and technical support through September 30, 2024. A draft of Local Rules and Delegations was posted for public comment, and a responsibilities list was deferred to the September 3 meeting.

• Approved 29 Officer of Election applicants (unanimous)
• Denied 4 Officer of Election applicants (unanimous)
• Extended Amin Solutions, LLC contract through Sept 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Posted draft Local Rules and Delegations for public comment (unanimous)
• Deferred consideration of responsibilities list to Sept 3 meeting
• Approved minutes of July 9 and July 19 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Certified closed session compliance (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

This meeting is a notice that Economic Development Authority board members will attend the Fredericksburg Regional Continuum of Care Board Meeting. The agenda itself contains only procedural links and no specific items for EDA action or discussion.

• Attendance at Fredericksburg Regional Continuum of Care Board Meeting
• No rezonings, contracts, or ordinances listed

City Council

This is a public update meeting regarding CSX, attended by the City Council. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is informational only.

• CSX public update at VRE parking lot (corner of Prince Edward and Frederick Streets)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to discuss proposed alterations to the Religious Freedom Monument. The board will also consider a request for a second story addition to a commercial building.

• Proposal for alterations to the Religious Freedom Monument by the Memorials Commission
• Request by Nicholas Burger for a second story addition at 314 William Street (COA2406-0062)

Electoral Board

The Fredericksburg Electoral Board is meeting in closed session solely to complete the annual performance review of the General Registrar (Director of Elections). No other business will be discussed. The meeting is closed to the public under Virginia Code exemptions.

• Annual performance review of General Registrar Jessica B. Atkinson

The Electoral Board met and, with no public speakers, voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters, as permitted by Virginia law. Afterward, the board certified that only lawful exempt business was discussed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Entered closed session for personnel discussion (unanimous)
• Certified closed session compliance (unanimous)

Recreation Commission

The Fredericksburg Recreation Commission will receive a department update, consider old business including the Master Plan update, staff changes, the Summer Basketball League, and a Memorandum of Understanding with city schools, and take up new business such as river/trail cleanup efforts and special event updates. Public comment will be heard.

• Master Plan update
• MOU with Fredericksburg City Schools
• Summer Basketball League
• River/trail clean-up efforts
• Special event updates: FredNats Harry Potter jersey game (July 27), Volunteer Appreciation Pool Party (Aug 9), Day of Play at VCU Stadium (Sept 21)

The Fredericksburg Recreation Commission approved the May 30, 2024 minutes with a clarification edit, and received updates on the Master Plan, staff hiring, and the summer basketball league. No other formal decisions were made; most items were informational or in progress.

• Approved May 30, 2024 minutes with edit (unanimous)

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting for its biannual off-site planning session to discuss long-term goals and priorities. This is a working meeting with no formal votes scheduled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a multi-use development featuring 189 residential units and a medical clinic. The meeting also includes discussions on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and updates to the city's Comprehensive Plan profile.

• Rezoning for Jeremiah Community project at Roffman Road and Bakersfield Lane
• Special Use Permit extension for a drive-through in Cowan Station Development
• Amendment to update the Comprehensive Plan demographic and economic profile
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan update

Electoral Board

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of previous minutes. The board will also receive reports from officers and the General Registrar, and address the appointment of Officers of Elections.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Appointment of Officers of Elections (OOE)
• Reports of Electoral Board Officers
• Report of General Registrar

City Council

The City Council will hold a sign unveiling for Fire Station #3 at the intersection of Wicklow Drive and Fall Hill Avenue. The meeting also includes updates or discussions regarding communications, recruitment and retention, and homelessness.

• Fire Station #3 sign unveiling at Wicklow Drive and Fall Hill Avenue
• Communications update
• Recruitment and retention discussion
• Homelessness discussion

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution to participate in an opioid-related settlement against Kroger. The agenda also includes second readings for landscaping and performance guarantee ordinance amendments. Additionally, the council will consider budget amendments for asphalt rehabilitation and police grants.

• Proposed participation in opioid-related claims settlement against Kroger
• Amendments to landscaping standards and development procedures
• Budget amendments for the Annual Asphalt Rehabilitation Program
• Budget amendments to recognize and appropriate grants for the Police Department
• Appointments to the Arts Commission and Towing and Recovery Advisory Board

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider new applications for building additions and modifications. The board will also review administrative requests regarding fence and sign installations.

• Awning, fencing, and rear addition at 1313 Princess Anne Street
• 16-inch height increase for an addition at 319 Prince Edward Street
• Wood window and door replacement at 240 Charles Street
• Second-story addition at 314 William Street
• Fence installation at 1407 Caroline Street/1408 Sophia Street

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will review a Tourism Summit report and the June 2024 financial statement. The board also plans to hold discussions regarding pedestrian improvements for the reconstructed Falmouth Bridge and the unhoused population.

• Tourism Summit Report
• Reconstructed Falmouth Bridge Pedestrian Improvements Discussion
• Unhoused Population Discussion
• EDA Budget Update and Financial Statement June 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a community meeting for the Comprehensive Plan. No other specific agenda items are listed for this session.

• Comprehensive Plan Community Meeting

City Council

The City Council will review planning updates for Area 10 rezoning and Chapter 2 amendments. The agenda also includes a Parks Master Plan concept update and an EDA interview. A session with the EDA– Homelessness Subcommittee is scheduled.

• Area 10 Comp Plan Amendment and Rezoning
• Parks Master Plan Concept Update
• Chapter 2 (Stats) CP Amendments
• EDA Interview
• EDA– Homelessness Subcommittee

City Council

The City Council will review several land use amendments, including the adoption of a new Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10. The agenda also includes second readings for ordinances regarding fire stations and Mary Washington Hospital.

• Rezoning approximately 114 acres in Planning Area 10 from R-4 to R-2 residential
• Rezoning approximately 7 acres in Planning Area 10 to a Creative Maker District
• Permitting fire and EMS stations in the R-2 zoning district
• Amending conditions for Mary Washington Hospital Planned Development
• Updating city landscaping standards and performance guarantees

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will conduct a site visit to 240 Charles Street regarding COA 2405-0058. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and an opportunity for general public comment.

• Site visit to 240 Charles Street for COA 2405-0058

City Council

The provided agenda text consists only of procedural information regarding a biannual planning off-site meeting. No specific legislative items, ordinances, or decisions are listed.

City Council

The provided agenda is for a Council Biannual Planning Off-Site meeting and contains no specific legislative items, ordinances, or contracts.

Electoral Board

The board will perform Election Day duties on June 18 and conduct a provisional canvass of votes on June 20. Following the provisional canvass, the board will proceed with the canvass of the vote.

• Administration of June 18, 2024 Primary Election Day duties
• Provisional Canvass of Votes on June 20
• Canvass of the vote

City Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural information regarding the upcoming FAMPO Policy Committee meeting. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed in the document.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the city's erosion and stormwater management provisions. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2025 Comprehensive Plan and Small Area Plans 5, 8, and 10. Additionally, the commission will receive an update on the Downtown Traffic Engineering Study.

• Public hearing for amendments to City Code regarding erosion and stormwater management
• Discussion of 2025 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Small Area Plan 5, 8, and 10 updates
• Downtown Traffic Engineering Study update
• Jeremiah Community zoning map amendment and Roffman Rd ROW vacation

City Council

The City Council will conduct an interview for the Economic Development Authority and review the FXBGO! Strategic Plan. A joint work session with the Planning Commission will feature a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan public process and an Area 10 briefing. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding school zone cameras.

• Economic Development Authority Interview
• FXBGO! Strategic Plan review
• School zone cameras discussion
• Comprehensive Plan consultants presentation
• Area 10 briefing

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing on several new applications for residential property changes. These include requests for porch construction, window replacements, and height adjustments. The board will also consider administrative reviews for sign and fence installations.

• Porch construction at 1313 Princess Anne Street
• Height increase of 16 inches at 319 Prince Edward Street
• Window replacement at 1305 Prince Edward Street
• Wood window and door replacement at 240 Charles Street
• Sign and fence installations on Sophia, Charles, and William Streets

Economic Development Authority

The EDA will review the FY 2025 budget and May 2024 financial statements. The agenda includes committee reports regarding parking, tourism, and workforce development. A closed session is scheduled to discuss acquiring real property for transitional housing.

• Review of FY 2025 Budget
• Grant Program Application review
• Officer elections and committee assignments
• Real property acquisition for transitional housing
• Presentation of the FY 2024 Annual Report

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will receive a presentation from Lardner/Klein Landscape Architects, P.C. regarding master plans for Alum Spring Park and Old Mill Park/Ficklen Island. The body will also discuss budget and staff changes.

• Master plan presentation for Old Mill Park/Ficklen Island and Alum Spring Park
• Discussion of budget
• Discussion of staff changes
• Old Mill Park entrance fee (effective May 25th)

City Council

The City Council will interview an Architectural Review Board candidate, receive updates on Small Area Plans for Areas 5 and 8, discuss a rezoning request from Mary Washington Healthcare, and review the proposed FY 2025 budget. No votes are scheduled; all items are discussion topics.

• Architectural Review Board interview (5:00–5:15 PM)
• Small Area Plans update for Area 5 (5:15–5:45 PM) and Area 8 (5:45–6:00 PM)
• Mary Washington Healthcare rezoning discussion (6:00–6:30 PM)
• FY 2025 Recommended Budget discussions (6:30–7:00 PM)

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 28, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. The main items are setting the real estate tax rate for FY2025 (either $0.76 or $0.77 per $100 of assessed value) and adopting the FY2025 budget and capital improvement plan. The council will also consider several ordinances on second read, including water and sewer fees, admissions tax, cigarette tax, courthouse security fee, and a new citywide fire district tax. Public comments will be accepted in person or remotely.

• Set real estate tax rate for FY2025 at $0.76 or $0.77 per $100 assessed value
• Adopt FY2025 budget and FY2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordinance 24-07: Establish citywide fire district with $0.01 per $100 tax rate
• Ordinance 24-08: Amend water and sewer fees
• Ordinance 24-09: Increase admissions tax on events and entertainment

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will attend the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) Policy Committee meeting. The meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2025 budget, the Business, Professional and Occupational License (BPOL) tax, and the potential for solar energy development at landfills. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Discussion of FY 2025 Recommended Budget
• Discussion of Business, Professional And Occupational License Tax (BPOL)
• Discussion of potential solar energy at landfills

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on setting the real estate tax rate at $0.77 per $100 of assessed value for FY2025 and a fire district tax rate of $0.01 per $100. They will also consider a first read of a budget amendment for a criminal justice academy grant, a second read of school funds for FY2025, and a first read of stormwater management code amendments. Additionally, they will discuss a comprehensive plan amendment to site Fire Station 3 at Wicklow Drive and Fall Hill Avenue.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-06 setting real estate tax rate at $0.77 per $100 of assessed value for FY2025 (no action taken)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-07 establishing a citywide fire district with a $0.01 per $100 fire district tax rate (no action taken)
• First read of Resolution 24-__ amending FY2024 budget for a Rappahannock Criminal Justice Academy grant for training and equipment
• Second read of Resolution 24-31 budgeting and appropriating Fredericksburg Public School funds for FY2025 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025)
• First read of Ordinance 24-__ amending stormwater management and erosion control codes to conform with state law

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to review sign installations, continued applications for new construction, and a new application. The most consequential item is a continued application for a new four-story, mixed-use building on a vacant lot at 823 Caroline Street. The board will also consider a continued application for 1501 Caroline Street and a new application for 1311 Princess Anne Street.

• Continued application COA 2401-0035: new four-story, mixed-use building at 823 Caroline Street
• Continued application COA 2403-0043: 1501 Caroline Street
• New application COA2404-0046: 1311 Princess Anne Street
• Consent agenda: sign installations at 700 Princess Anne Street, 1200 Princess Anne Street, 826 Caroline Street, and 317 William Street
• Public comments accepted until 1:30 p.m. on meeting day via drop box, mail, or email

Economic Development Authority

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on May 13, 2024, to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a grant application from the Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce, the draft FY25 budget, and a memorandum of understanding and liability waiver for the Tower Project. The board will also consider nominations for officers and hear reports from committees and staff.

• Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce grant application
• Draft EDA FY25 budget and April 2024 financial statement
• Tower Project Memorandum of Understanding and Project Liability Waiver
• Grant Program Application by Amy Peregoy
• Nomination discussion for slate of officers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a hospital rezoning proposal and a Unified Development Ordinance text amendment. The commission will also review updates regarding erosion, sediment control, and stormwater ordinances.

• Mary Washington Hospital rezoning: 6,000 sq ft addition to Snowden House (2600 Mary Washington Boulevard), a new 2-story medical clinic at 1100 Sam Perry Blvd, and a 3-story office center
• UDOTA FY24-04: Text amendment for landscaping and performance guarantee requirements
• Consolidation of Erosion & Sediment Control and Stormwater Ordinances

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving minutes, entering a closed session, and scheduling election officers. The board will also review the calendar for the June 18 presidential primary and discuss replacing city-provided precinct signage. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Closed session under Virginia Code § 24.1-410.2 and §24.2-625.1
• Approval of Officer of Election Primary Scheduling
• Review of upcoming calendar for Presidential Primary on June 18th
• Approval of Officer of Election appointments
• Replacement of City-provided precinct signage

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to hold a closed session to discuss and interview prospective candidates for the City Attorney position, followed by a resolution to certify the closed meeting. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session under Virginia Code §2.2-3711 A(1) for City Attorney candidate discussions
• Resolution 24-__ to certify the closed meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a press conference to mark the receipt of $637,195 in Community Project Funding for the Fredericksburg Police Department. The event takes place at the police department location on Cowan Blvd. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• $637,195 in Community Project Funding for Fredericksburg Police Department

City Council

This meeting was cancelled. The only item listed was a closed session to discuss candidates for the City Attorney position, but no public business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request from Mary Washington Hospital. The proposal includes several construction and demolition projects across multiple sites.

• RZ FY24-0005: Proposed 6,000 square foot addition to Snowden House at 2600 Mary Washington Boulevard
• Proposed demolition of day-care center at 1100 Sam Perry Blvd for a 2 story medical clinic
• Proposed 3 story office, training, and conference center between the day-care site and Snowden House
• Approval of amended minutes from February 8, 2023

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is holding a regular meeting with several first-read ordinances and resolutions, including setting the real estate tax rate at $0.77 per $100 of assessed value for FY2025, establishing a citywide fire district with a $0.01 tax rate, and approving the FY2025 operating and school budgets. The council will also consider water/sewer fee changes, tax increases on admissions and cigarettes, and a courthouse security fee increase. A public hearing will be held on renewing a horse and carriage tour franchise and leasing property to Fredericksburg VA Main Street Inc. The meeting includes a closed session for legal consultations on a new public building and contract negotiations.

• Ordinance 24-__ first read: real estate tax rate $0.77 per $100 assessed value for FY2025
• Ordinance 24-__ first read: citywide fire district tax rate $0.01 per $100 assessed value
• Resolution 24-__: authorizing $698,263 in motor fuels taxes for Virginia Railway Express and $31,600 for Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission for FY2025
• Resolution 24-__: approving FY2025 operating and capital budget and school budget
• Ordinance 24-__ first read: amending water and sewer fees, increasing admissions tax, cigarette tax, and courthouse security fee

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to discuss the FY 2025 recommended budget, the Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Program, and a potential partnership for the Old Stone Warehouse. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• FY 2025 Recommended Budget discussion
• Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Program
• Old Stone Warehouse potential partnership

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to consider a certificate of appropriateness for a new four-story, mixed-use building on a vacant lot at 823 Caroline Street. The board will also hold a pre-application discussion for a property at 1311 Princess Anne Street. Public comments are accepted via drop box, mail, or email before 1:30 p.m. on the meeting day.

• COA2401-0035: James McGhee requests approval for site planning, scale, and massing of a new four-story, mixed-use building at 823 Caroline Street
• Pre-application discussion for 1311 Princess Anne Street
• Public comment period open until 1:30 p.m. on meeting day

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to discuss the recruitment of a new City Attorney, including a closed session to consider prospective candidates. The council will also update the schedule for budget approval. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Closed meeting to discuss candidates for City Attorney position
• Discussion of recruitment for City Attorney position
• Update to schedule for budget approval

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is holding a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025 Recommended Operating and Capital Budget, along with proposed increases to water and sewer rates and fees, an admissions tax, a tobacco (cigarette) tax, and courthouse security fees. The meeting includes a presentation from the Planning Commission on capital improvement projects. Public comments are accepted in writing up to four hours before the meeting.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Recommended Operating and Capital Budget
• Proposed increase in water and sewer rates and fees
• Proposed increase in tax on admissions
• Proposed increase in tobacco (cigarette) tax
• Proposed increase in courthouse security fees

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is holding a meeting with a single substantive topic: discussion of the FY 2025 Recommended Budget. The agenda contains no other business items, votes, or public hearings, so this is a discussion-only session focused on the upcoming fiscal year budget.

• Discussion of FY 2025 Recommended Budget

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to attend the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) Policy Committee meeting. The agenda lists only the attendance of council members and provides no specific items for discussion or decision.

• Attendance at FAMPO Policy Committee meeting

Economic Development Authority

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority is holding a special meeting on April 12, 2024. The main item is a discussion of the Tower Project at 401 Charles St. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering call to order, quorum, agenda approval, and public comments.

• Tower Project, 401 Charles St. – discussion led by MC Morris

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed fire station at Wicklow Drive and Fall Hill Avenue. The body will also discuss capital improvements and updates to landscaping requirements for new developments.

• Proposed Fire Station 3 location at the intersection of Wicklow Drive and Fall Hill Avenue
• Amendment to permit Fire and EMS stations in Residential R-2 Zoning District with a Special Use Permit
• Updates to Unified Development Ordinance landscaping and performance guarantee requirements
• FY2025 Budget amendment to use General Fund Contingency for the Comprehensive Plan
• Transmittal of Small Area 5 (University/Central Route 1) Report

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several items, including a second reading of an ordinance to revise regulations on keeping backyard chickens and bees, and a resolution to appropriate federal transportation funds for street improvements. They will also discuss initiating amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding landscaping and performance guarantees, and consider awarding a contract for the AMI water meter project.

• Ordinance 24-04: revise urban agriculture rules for backyard chickens and bees
• Resolution 24-19: appropriate Surface Transportation Block Grant funds for William Street and Lafayette Boulevard trail connection studies
• Resolution 24-__: initiate Unified Development Ordinance amendments for landscaping and performance guarantees
• Resolution 24-__: use General Fund contingency for Comprehensive Plan budget
• Resolution 24-__: award contract to Badger, Inc. for AMI water meter project

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to receive an update on the general real estate reassessment, discuss the recommended FY 2025 budget, and consider a lease for Main Street. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• General Real Estate Reassessment update
• FY 2025 Recommended Budget update and discussion
• Main Street Lease discussion

Architectural Review Board

The Fredericksburg Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing on continued and new applications for certificates of appropriateness, including a proposed four-story mixed-use building at 823 Caroline Street and a two-story addition at 1501 Caroline Street. The board will also consider consent agenda items for sign installations and a pre-application discussion for 1311 Princess Anne Street.

• Public hearing: COA 2401-0035 – 823 Caroline Street – new four-story mixed-use building (applicant James McGhee)
• Public hearing: COA 2401-0022 – 1316 Caroline Street – replace deteriorated wood trim with composite materials (applicant Mike King)
• Public hearing: COA FY23-0010 – 301-303 Hanover Street – modify previous addition approval, reconstruct walls as masonry veneer (applicant Sabina Weitzman)
• Public hearing: COA 2403-0043 – 1501 Caroline Street – two-story rear addition (applicant Sean Kline)
• Consent agenda: sign installations at 1005 Sophia Street, 312 William Street, and 614 Caroline Street

Economic Development Authority

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting, covering a comprehensive economic development strategy update, a presentation on a foot traffic data tool for Main Street events, and approval of prior minutes. The board will also receive financial reports and committee updates, and will close with a legal consultation on insurance and indemnification.

• PD16 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Planning with Ian Ginger
• Fredericksburg VA Main Street presentation on PlacerAI foot traffic data tool by Chris Allen
• Approval of February 12, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report on EDA budget and financial statements for February and March 2024
• Closed meeting under Virginia Code 2.2-3711(A)(8) to discuss insurance and indemnification

City Council

This is a procedural agenda item: City Council members will attend a tour of the new middle school location at 2201 Idlewild Blvd. on April 2, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Tour of new middle school at 2201 Idlewild Blvd.

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is holding a joint work session with the School Board to discuss financial presentations from both bodies, general budget matters, and school speed zone cameras. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Joint work session with School Board
• Fredericksburg City financial presentation
• School Board financial presentation
• General budget discussion
• School speed zone cameras discussion

Electoral Board

The Fredericksburg Electoral Board is meeting to handle routine election administration business. They will review the March 2024 presidential primary results, approve new election officers, and discuss preparations for the June primary, including logic and accuracy testing and the start of early voting. The board will also enter a closed session as permitted by state law.

• Post-election review of March 2024 Presidential Primary at New City Fellowship
• Logic and Accuracy Testing for June Primary
• Early Voting for June Primary begins May 3
• Approval of New Officers of Election
• Closed Session pursuant to Virginia Code § 24.1-410.2 and §24.2-625.1

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss the City Manager's FY25 Capital Improvement Plan Budget. This discussion is being held by the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Committee.

• City Manager’s FY25 Capital Improvement Plan Budget discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and provide a recommendation to the Council regarding the FY 25 Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion of potential policies, ordinances, or applications.

• Recommendation to Council for the FY 25 Capital Improvement Plan

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a second-read vote on a cable franchise renewal with Verizon Virginia, LLC, and resolutions allocating $807,792 in motor fuels tax funds for transportation projects. They will also hold a first reading on proposed changes to urban agriculture rules for backyard chickens and bees, and consider a right-of-way agreement with Dominion Virginia Power for a new middle school. Public comments will be accepted in person and remotely.

• Ordinance 24-03 (second read): Approving cable franchise renewal agreement with Verizon Virginia, LLC
• Resolution: Authorizing use of $807,792.00 of motor fuels tax funds for various transportation projects
• Resolution: Authorizing right-of-way agreement with Dominion Virginia Power for power service to the new middle school
• Ordinance 24-__ (first read): Amending City Code to revise regulations on keeping backyard chickens and bees
• Resolution (first read): Amending FY2024 budget for surface transportation block grant for William Street improvements and Lafayette Boulevard ADA connection

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to discuss several key items, including the FY 2025 recommended budget, an advanced metering infrastructure water meter project, homelessness, and amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. These are discussion items, not final votes, and the meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the Large Conference Room.

• FY 2025 Recommended Budget discussion
• AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) Water Meter Project
• Homelessness discussion
• Amendment to Unified Development Ordinance: §72-55 Landscaping, §72-27 Performance Guarantees, §72-84 Definitions

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will discuss two property requests: replacing deteriorated wood trim at 1316 Caroline Street with composite materials, and approving the site planning, scale, and massing of a new four-story mixed-use building on a vacant lot at 823 Caroline Street. The board will also discuss the Commercial-Downtown Transitional Overlay District and accept public comments.

• 1316 Caroline Street – replace wood trim with composite materials (COA2401-0022)
• 823 Caroline Street – new four-story mixed-use building (COA2401-0035)
• Discussion of Commercial-Downtown Transitional Overlay District
• Public comments accepted until 1:30 p.m. on meeting day

Electoral Board

The Fredericksburg Electoral Board is meeting in a closed session on March 25, 2024, at 3:30 pm. Only business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements will be discussed, citing Virginia Code and VFOIA provisions. The agenda contains no public items or decisions.

• Closed session under Virginia Code § 24.1-410.2 and §24.2-625.1
• Closed session under VFOIA §2.2-3711(A)(1, 7 & 8) and/or §24.2-653
• Meeting at 601 Caroline Street Suite 500, Fredericksburg, VA

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will receive a presentation from Lardner/Klein Landscape Architects, P.C. regarding master plans for two city parks. The body will also discuss ongoing business and the Bee City initiative.

• Master plan presentation for Old Mill Park/Ficklen Island
• Master plan presentation for Alum Spring Park
• Discussion of Bee City
• Review of Share the Air, Friends’ Team, and FUNd Park Fund

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to hold a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Committee discussion. The session focuses on the City Manager’s FY25 Capital Improvement Plan Budget.

• City Manager’s FY25 Capital Improvement Plan Budget discussion

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 Recommended Budget. The agenda includes only this budget discussion, with no other substantive items listed.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Recommended Budget discussions

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to attend a Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) Policy Committee meeting. The agenda contains only the notice of attendance and lists council members; no specific decisions or discussion items are detailed.

• Attendance at FAMPO Policy Committee meeting
• Meeting at 406 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is discussing amendments to the 2015 Comprehensive Plan and several zoning map changes for Planning Area 10. The body will also review the FY 25 Capital Improvement Budget and the selection of a Comprehensive Plan Consultant.

• CPA23-02: Adopting a new Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10 (South Lafayette Boulevard/South Route 1)
• RZFY24-02: Rezoning approximately 124 acres in Planning Area 10 from R-4 Residential to R-2 Residential
• RZFY24-03: Rezoning approximately 7 acres in Planning Area 10 from Light and General Industrial to Creative Maker District
• RZFY24-04: Adopting form-based regulations for 12.58 acres south of Blue-Gray Parkway and west of Emancipation Highway
• Transmittal of the FY 25 Capital Improvement Budget

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to discuss three topics: the Railroad Station Overlay District/Downtown, a water/sewer update, and Fire Station #3 along with the fire tax. No votes are listed on this agenda; it appears to be a discussion session.

• Railroad Station Overlay District/Downtown discussion
• Water/Sewer Motts update
• Fire Station #3 and fire tax discussion

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to receive the City Manager's recommended FY2025 operating and capital budget, hold public hearings on a cable franchise renewal with Verizon and the CDBG annual action plan, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key actions include a second reading of an ordinance to impose a collection fee on delinquent taxes, and resolutions to initiate amendments for a new fire station site and zoning change.

• FY2025 City Manager's Recommended Operating and Capital Budget presentation
• Ordinance 24-02 (second read): imposing a collection fee on delinquent taxes referred for collection
• Public hearing: Cable franchise renewal agreement with Verizon Virginia LLC
• Public hearing: 2024-2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Resolutions to initiate amendments to site Fire Station 3 at Wicklow Drive and Fall Hill Avenue and permit fire stations in R-2 zoning with a special use permit

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing on several certificate of appropriateness applications, including a new four-story mixed-use building at 823 Caroline Street (deferred to April 8), a two-story addition at 1314 Sophia Street, and siding/window replacement at 103-105 Amelia Street. The board will also consider four sign installation requests on the consent agenda. Two other applications are deferred to the next meeting.

• COA 2401-0035: New four-story mixed-use building at 823 Caroline Street (deferred to April 8)
• COA 2401-0023: Two-story addition at 1314 Sophia Street
• COA 2402-0039: Replace deteriorated wood siding and windows at 103-105 Amelia Street
• Consent agenda: Sign installations at 611, 709, 610 Caroline Street and 300 George Street
• COA 2401-0022: Replace wood trim with composite at 1316 Caroline Street (deferred to April 8)

Electoral Board

The Fredericksburg Electoral Board is meeting to administer Election Day duties for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary, including a provisional canvass and official canvass of votes on March 6. The board will remain in session as needed to finalize election requirements and may hold closed sessions as allowed by state law.

• Election Day administration on March 5, 2024, 4:30am-10:00pm
• Provisional canvass and vote canvass on March 6, 2024, 11:00am at 601 Caroline Street Suite 500
• Closed sessions permitted under VFOIA §2.2-3711(A)(1, 7 & 8) and §24.2-653

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to discuss several topics, including an ARB interview, a Verizon cable franchise renewal update, the Renwick Complex action plan, and street names for the Memorials Commission. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion.

• ARB Interview
• Verizon Cable Franchise Renewal Update
• Renwick Complex Action Plan
• Street Names – Memorials Commission

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, a public hearing, and a consent agenda. Key items include a second reading of an ordinance to align business license tax procedures with state law, a resolution to reallocate American Rescue Plan Act funds for FY2024, and a first reading of an ordinance to impose a collection fee on delinquent taxes. The meeting also includes a closed session for legal advice on property disposition.

• Ordinance 24-01 (second read): amending BPOL tax ordinance to conform administrative procedures to state law
• Resolution 24-12 (second read): approving re-allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds for FY2024
• Ordinance 24-__ (first read): imposing collection fee on delinquent taxes and authorizing private collection agency
• Public hearing and comments from the public
• Closed session under Va. Code 2.2-3711(A)(8) for legal advice on selling/leasing city real property

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is scheduled to attend the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (FAMPO) Policy Committee meeting on February 26, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. The agenda lists only the meeting location and attendees, with no specific items for discussion or decision. This appears to be a procedural notice of attendance rather than a substantive agenda.

• Attendance at FAMPO Policy Committee meeting
• Meeting at 406 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is discussing amendments to the 2015 Comprehensive Plan to adopt a new Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10. The body will also consider several rezoning requests and the adoption of form-based regulations in that area.

• RZFY24-01: Rezone ~124 acres in Planning Area 10 from R-4 Residential to R-2 Residential
• RZFY-02: Rezone ~7 acres in Planning Area 10 from Light/General Industrial to Creative Maker District
• RZFY24-03: Adopt form-based regulations for ~12.58 acres south of Blue-Gray Parkway and west of Emancipation Highway
• Amending the 2015 Comprehensive Plan for Planning Area 10 (South Lafayette Boulevard/South Route 1)
• Discussion of a new Transportation Projects Database

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering budget amendments, program updates, and a sewer easement vacation. A public hearing on a horse-and-carriage franchise renewal has been postponed. The council will also consider purchasing a mobile stage for Riverfront Park and updating capital impacts studies for schools and fire services.

• Resolution 24-06: Amends FY2024 budget for transit fund grant carryovers
• Resolution 24-__: Approves CDBG program design updates
• Ordinance 24-__: Amends BPOL license tax to conform to state law
• Resolution 24-__: Vacates sewer easement at 1013 Trestle Drive
• Resolution 24-__: Approves purchase of mobile stage for Riverfront Park

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to discuss its priorities, including a proposed replacement for the Railroad Station Overlay District and a legislative update. The agenda is brief and contains no formal votes or public hearings.

• Discussion of Railroad Station Overlay District replacement
• Legislative update
• Council priorities discussion

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss a grant application for the RIVERE Ecological Center. The board will also address easement agreements and contract amendments for 700-706 Caroline St.

• RIVERE Ecological Center Grant Application presentation
• 700-706 Caroline St. Easement Agreement
• 700-706 Caroline St. Contract Amendment
• New Business Grant Program Application
• January 2024 EDA Budget Update and Financial Statement

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold public hearings on several new applications for residential additions and a new mixed-use building. The board will also review the CLG Annual Report and discuss updates regarding 301-303 Hanover Street.

• COA 2401-0035: Proposed four-story, mixed-use building at 823 Caroline Street
• COA 2401-0020: Proposed two-story addition at 126 Caroline Street
• COA 2401-0023: Proposed two-story addition at 1314 Sophia Street
• COA 2401-0022: Request to replace wood trim with composite materials at 1316 Caroline Street
• COA 2401-0021: Sign installation at 611 Caroline Street

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, discuss the upcoming March 5th Presidential Primary, consider appointments of election officers, and review replacement of city-provided precinct signage. The agenda includes a closed session as permitted by Virginia law. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2024 meeting
• Review of upcoming calendar for Presidential Primary on March 5th
• Approval of Officer of Election appointments
• Replacement of City-provided precinct signage

Economic Development Authority

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority is holding its regular meeting, which includes a closed session to discuss the potential sale of the Visitor Center and parking lot at 706 & 700 Caroline Street, including review of purchase bids. The meeting also features updates on sports tourism, a grant application presentation, and routine reports.

• Closed meeting to discuss disposition of Visitor Center and parking lot at 706 & 700 Caroline Street
• Sports Tourism Update by Victoria Matthews
• Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events Grant Application Presentation by Todd Brown
• Treasurer's Report: EDA Budget Update and Financial Statement for December 2023
• Grant Program Application by Amy Peregoy

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance amending residential use and density regulations in the Unified Development Ordinance. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including extending the Cox Cable television franchise and approving board minutes. Additionally, the council will vote on budget amendments for sewer repairs, transit grant carryovers, and the City Attorney's office, and make board appointments.

• Resolution to extend Cox Cable television franchise term
• Ordinance 23-22 (second read) amending residential use and density regulations in the Unified Development Ordinance
• Resolution amending FY2024 budget for sanitary sewer line repairs near Cowan Boulevard
• Resolution amending FY2024 budget for transit fund grant carryovers
• Resolution amending FY2024 budget for City Attorney's office

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to receive updates on several topics: the annual FXBGO! update, planning projects, Micah/Virginia Supportive Housing, and the building at 2300 Fall Hill Avenue. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the items appear to be informational discussions.

• FXBGO! annual update
• Planning projects update
• Micah/Virginia Supportive Housing update
• 2300 Fall Hill Avenue building update

City Council

No business items are scheduled for the special meeting. The session will be used to introduce new members to the Commission and provide an operational overview.

• Introduction of new Commission members
• Operational overview of the GWRC

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a pre-application discussion regarding an addition at 1501 Caroline Street. The board will also discuss administrative review procedures.

• Pre-application discussion: 1501 Caroline Street Addition
• Discussion of administrative review procedures

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will review the Parks, Recreation and Events’ Department report. The body will discuss the budget, Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and the schedule for site master plans.

• Budget and CIP discussion
• Site Master Plans schedule
• Share the Air
• FUNd Park Fund
• Friends’ Team

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to adopt a new Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10 and consider three related rezoning requests. The body will also discuss the Area 5 Small Area Plan and a Capital Impact Study update.

• Adoption of a new Small Area Plan for Planning Area 10
• RZFY24-01: Rezoning 124 acres in Planning Area 10 from R-4 Residential to R-2 Residential
• RZFY-02: Rezoning 7 acres in Planning Area 10 from Light/General Industrial to Creative Maker District
• RZFY24-03: Adopting form-based regulations for 12.58 acres south of Blue-Gray Parkway and west of Emancipation Highway
• Review of a draft Request for Proposals for the 2024-2025 Comprehensive Plan Update

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public hearings, and several resolutions. Key items include accepting certain streets into the city and state street systems, amending the FY2024 budget to fund repairs for the Doris E. Buffett Pool, and making appointments to boards and commissions. The meeting also includes proclamations and approval of previous minutes.

• Resolution to accept certain streets into the city street system and petition VDOT to accept them into the state system
• Resolution amending FY2024 budget to appropriate funds for Doris E. Buffett Pool repair
• Appointments to Planning Commission (2 vacancies) with listed candidates
• Proclamations for Brightening the Holidays at Hurkamp and for Huntley
• Approval of minutes from previous public hearing, regular, and special sessions

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council is meeting to conduct interviews for two Economic Development Authority positions and receive annual updates on sports tourism/stadium efforts, public safety, and the Public Information Officer. The agenda is mostly informational and interview-based, with no voting items listed.

• Interviews for Economic Development Authority (2 positions)
• Sports Tourism/Stadium Update
• Public Safety Annual Update
• Public Information Officer Annual Update

Electoral Board

The Fredericksburg Electoral Board is meeting to handle routine election administration business. They will approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and go into closed session to discuss a LESS update, review November 7 precinct incident reports, and review Officer of Election applications. The board will also discuss preparations for the March 5 Presidential Primary, including ballot order and logic and accuracy testing.

• Closed session under Virginia Code § 24.1-410.2 and §24.2-625.1 for LESS update, precinct incident reports, and election officer applications
• Review of November 7 precinct incident reports
• Discussion of Presidential Primary on March 5, including ballot order and L&A testing
• Approval of minutes from December 5, 2023 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for February 6, 2024

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is meeting to conduct a public hearing on a new application, elect officers, and review minutes from previous meetings. The main item is a request by Richard Maltbie to retain two accessory structures flanking an existing pergola at 104 Wolfe Street. The board will also discuss pre-applications and potential policy updates.

• Public hearing on COA 2311-0018 – 104 Wolfe Street: retain two accessory structures
• Election of officers
• Review of minutes from September 11 and October 9, 2023 public hearings
• Pre-application discussion: 1501 Caroline Street addition
• Potential policy/guideline updates discussion

City Council

The City Council is meeting for an organizational session to swear in newly elected officials, elect a vice-mayor, and make appointments for city attorney and clerk positions. The council will also adopt its 2024 meeting calendar. This is a procedural meeting focused on setting up the council for the new year.

• Oath of office for Mayor Kerry P. Devine and Councilors-at-Large Jannan W. Holmes and Will B. Mackintosh
• Election of vice-mayor
• Appointment of city attorney
• Appointment of clerk of council and deputy clerk
• Adoption of 2024 council meeting calendar