Fredericksburg public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Fredericksburg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two development proposals: a mixed‑use project at 2015 & 2105 Princess Anne Street requiring a Special Exception and Special Use Permit, and a rezoning and Special Use Permit for a data‑center project at 1500 Gateway. The commission will also approve the agenda, adopt minutes from September 24 and October 22, 2025, and provide time for general public comments.

• Special Exception and Special Use Permit for 2015 & 2105 Princess Anne Street mixed‑use development
• Rezoning, Special Use Permit, and Comprehensive Plan review for 1500 Gateway data‑center project
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of September 24, 2025 and October 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• General public comment period

The commission confirmed a quorum of six members (plus one remote) and approved the meeting agenda with an amendment to move item 10 before item 8, passing 7‑0. No applications were approved or denied; discussion of the Princess Anne Street mixed‑use development and the 1500 Gateway rezoning was deferred to the January 14, 2026 meeting.

• Quorum confirmed (6 members present, 1 remote)
• Approved agenda with amendment to move item 10 before item 8 (7-0)

Electoral Board

The Fredericksburg Electoral Board will first approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 20 and November 4, 2025 sessions. Old business includes a review of the electronic meeting policy, a report on the November 2025 general election, and a discussion of precinct 201 relocation. The board will also receive a campaign finance report and set the next meeting date.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of minutes from Oct. 20, 2025 and Nov. 4, 2025
• Electronic meeting policy review
• Precinct 201 relocation discussion
• Campaign finance report

The board approved an updated Electronic Meeting Attendance Policy after a unanimous vote. It also unanimously recognized Secretary McLaughlin for his service and approved a motion to research new polling locations for Ward 201. A closed‑session was entered unanimously to discuss possible litigation, and the board scheduled a Jan 14, 2026 meeting with the City Manager on election signage and related issues, with a FY 2026 budget presentation set for Dec 19.

• Adopted Electronic Meeting Attendance Policy (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes (unanimous)
• Recognized Secretary McLaughlin for service (unanimous)
• Motion to research new locations for Ward 201 polling place passed (unanimous)
• Entered Closed Session to discuss possible litigation (unanimous)
• Scheduled Jan 14, 2026 meeting with City Manager on election signage and polling sites
• Director to present FY 2026 budget to City Manager on Dec 19

City Council

The council will adopt several consent‑agenda items, including Ordinance 25-16 to shift Planning Commission officer elections, Ordinance 25-20 updating tattoo and piercing regulations, and Ordinance 25-21 revising day‑care use rules. A public hearing will be held on Resolution 25-__ authorizing the release of $6,000,000 from the FY2026 appropriation holdback. The manager agenda includes Ordinance 25-19 rezoning 0.24 acres from R‑16 to R‑4 at 98 Caroline Street and Ordinance 25-22 establishing a traffic‑signal enforcement program.

• Ordinance 25-16 – shift Planning Commission officer elections from October to February
• Ordinance 25-20 – update regulations for tattoo and piercing establishments
• Resolution 25-__ – FY2026 budget amendment to release $6,000,000 appropriation holdback
• Ordinance 25-19 – rezoning 0.24 acres from R‑16 to R‑4 at 98 Caroline Street
• Ordinance 25-22 – create a traffic‑signal enforcement program under Virginia law

The City Council voted 7‑0 to approve Resolution 26‑01, releasing a $6,000,000 appropriation holdback for FY 2026. The council also approved a city‑wide staff holiday on December 26, 2025 by a 7‑0 vote. The consent agenda was accepted for transmittal with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The public hearing on the holdback will be held open and the resolution scheduled for a second reading in January 2026.

• Approved $6,000,000 appropriation holdback release (7‑0)
• Approved Dec 26, 2025 staff holiday (7‑0)
• Accepted consent agenda for transmittal (7‑0)
• Public hearing kept open; resolution set for second reading in Jan 2026

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council meeting will cover four agenda items. Council members will discuss the Planning Commission joint work session, neighborhood conservation districts, a corridor redevelopment strategy, and homelessness initiatives involving SupportWorks Housing, RACSB, and an MOU for HUD.

• Planning Commission Joint Work Session — Annual Discussion
• Neighborhood Conservation Districts
• Corridor Redevelopment Strategy
• Homelessness Initiatives (SupportWorks Housing/RACSB/MOU for HUD)

The City Council held a work session on Dec. 9, 2025 to review Neighborhood Conservation Districts, planning commission recommendations, and a corridor redevelopment strategy. Council members asked questions and expressed concerns about zoning, historic preservation, and affordable housing. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request to use composite decking for a porch. The board will also review sign installation requests via a consent agenda.

• Public hearing for COA 2510-0157: replace wood porch decking with composite material at 1318 Caroline Street
• Consent agenda item COA 2511-0158: sign installation at 703 Caroline Street
• Consent agenda item COA 2511-0159: sign installation at 1104 Sophia Street

The Historic Fredericksburg Foundation submitted written comments on project 10.A.i. (COA 2510-0157) for 1318 Caroline Street. The comments recommend denying the use of synthetic porch materials and urge the board to follow historic preservation guidelines. The minutes contain no record of any board decision, vote, or approval regarding the project.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting with items such as a marketing presentation, a treasurer’s budget update, and discussions on the InvestFXBG loan program and a new business‑strategy and networking series. The board will also conduct two closed‑session meetings to consider the disposition of publicly held real property along the Lafayette Boulevard Corridor and the acquisition of real property for a public parking purpose. All discussions are subject to Virginia Code 2.2‑3711(A)(3).

• InvestFXBG Loan Program Discussion – presented by Josh Summits
• Business Strategy & Skills Series and Business Networking Marketing – presented by Amy Peregoy & Danelle Rose
• Closed session – disposition of real property along the Lafayette Boulevard Corridor
• Closed session – acquisition of real property for public parking
• Treasurer’s Report – EDA budget update for October and November 2025

The board approved the meeting agenda (5‑0) and the October 20 minutes (6‑0). It also approved funding of $750 per quarter, totaling $3,000, for the Business Strategy and Skills Series and Business Networking marketing tiers (6‑0). The board agreed to explore the Parley Finance loan‑management system in future work.

• Agenda approved (5‑0)
• Minutes approved (6‑0)
• Marketing funding $750 per quarter, total $3,000 approved (6‑0)
• Board agreed to explore Parley Finance loan‑management system

City Council

The City Council will attend the City/Schools Leadership Committee meeting on December 5, 2025 at 7:30 a.m. The meeting is scheduled in the Walker‑Grant Center, School Board Meeting Room, 210 Ferdinand Street. No specific agenda items, resolutions, or contracts are listed in the agenda.

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission will review updates on sports tourism and the Dorothy Hart Community Center concept plan. The body will also discuss new business regarding pickleball courts and trail infrastructure. A presentation on Rainbow Bridge is scheduled during public comment.

• Pickle Ball Lighting and Courts
• Replacement Trail Bridge Sloops
• Old Mill Park Loop
• Sports Tourism Feasibility Study update
• DHCC Concept Plan update

City Council

The City Council meeting on November 19, 2025 includes an annual Boards and Commissions Appreciation Reception. Council members and board members will attend the event at City Hall from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. No agenda items requiring decisions are listed.

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will consider a budget amendment that authorizes transit carryover funds for the Motorola Tower project. The meeting also includes a public hearing on updates to the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Overlay District, a special‑use permit for a drive‑through at the Cowan Station development, and a rezoning of a parcel on 98 Caroline Street. Additional items on the agenda are a settlement agreement entry, several consent‑agenda resolutions, and appointments to regional boards and advisory committees.

• Resolution approving FY2026 budget amendment for Motorola Tower transit carryovers
• Ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance to update Chesapeake Bay Preservation Overlay District provisions and map
• Resolution granting a special‑use permit to Jarrell Properties for a drive‑through at the Cowan Station development
• Ordinance rezoning approximately 0.24 acres at 98 Caroline Street from Residential‑16 to Residential‑4
• Ordinance establishing a traffic signal enforcement program under the City Code

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 25‑17 and Ordinance 25‑18, both on first and second reads, updating the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Overlay District provisions and map. The Council also unanimously approved Resolution 25‑89, granting Jarrell Properties, Inc. a special use permit for a drive‑through coffee shop at the Cowan Station Development. All votes were recorded as 7 ayes and 0 nays.

• Approved Ordinance 25‑17 (first read) to amend UDO sections 72‑34.5 and 72‑84 (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑17 (second read) to amend UDO sections 72‑34.5 and 72‑84 (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑18 (first read) to amend CBPOD map boundaries (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑18 (second read) to amend CBPOD map boundaries (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑89 granting a special use permit for a drive‑through coffee shop (7‑0)

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council meeting will cover two Planning Commission interview updates, an update on the Falmouth Bridge project, a review of the legislative agenda with Senator Durant and Delegate Cole, and discussion of matters related to the Stafford Airport Authority.

• Planning Commission Interviews (2)
• Falmouth Bridge Update
• Legislative Agenda Review with Senator Durant and Delegate Cole
• Stafford Airport Authority

The City Council held a work session on November 18, 2025. The meeting included a Planning Commission interview, an update from the Stafford Regional Airport Authority, a Falmouth Bridge status report, and a review of the 2026 legislative agenda with state officials. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; the second Planning Commission applicant withdrew, canceling that interview. Appointments to the Planning Commission are expected in early 2026.

• Planning Commission interview canceled after applicant withdrew

City Council

Fredericksburg City Council members listed will attend the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee meeting on November 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The agenda items for this meeting are not provided in the notice.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold an informational community meeting to solicit public input on the Downtown Trafic Engineering Study. No official business or action will be taken by the Commission at this meeting. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Fredericksburg Visitor Center, 604 Caroline Street.

• Informational community meeting on the Downtown Trafic Engineering Study

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a downtown traffic engineering study and the Area 8 Small Area Plan. The body will also review updates to the procedures manual and a proposed organizational meeting.

• Downtown Traffic Engineering Study
• Area 8 Small Area Plan
• Procedures Manual Update
• Proposed Planning Commission Organizational Meeting

The commission approved the meeting agenda with a 6‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken; members discussed the Downtown Traffic Engineering Study, the Area 8 Small Area Plan, and updates to the Procedures Manual. A February meeting was proposed as an organizational meeting, but no vote was recorded.

• Approved agenda (6-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Fredericksburg Architectural Review Board will review a consent agenda for a sign installation at 525 Caroline Street and a fence installation at 506 Sophia Street. It will then hold a public hearing on new and continued applications for alterations, including pathways at 1500 Washington Avenue, exterior upgrades at 400 Hanover Street, solar panels at 406 Hanover Street, and a two‑story addition at 324 Wolfe Street. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as quorum determination, public notice verification, and review of prior minutes.

• COA 2510-0154 – sign installation at 525 Caroline Street
• COA 2510-0155 – fence installation at 506 Sophia Street
• COA 2508-0142 – pathways and accessibility alterations at 1500 Washington Avenue
• COA 2509-0146 – exterior alterations (porch, roofing, windows, siding) at 400 Hanover Street
• COA 2509-0149 – solar panel installation at 406 Hanover Street

The minutes consist of comments submitted by the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation on two COA projects (1500 Washington Avenue and 400 Hanover Street). The comments discuss historic design guidelines, material considerations, and preservation concerns. No board actions, approvals, denials, or vote tallies are documented in the record.

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board will meet on November 4, 2025 from 4:30 am to 10:00 pm to administer Election Day duties. On November 5, 2025 at 1:00 pm they will conduct a canvass of votes from all precincts, including absentee ballots by mail and in person. Subsequent meetings on November 12 and 13 will handle provisional canvasses and certify the election results. The board may hold closed‑session portions as permitted by VFOIA §§2.2‑3711(A)(1,7,8) & 24.2‑653.

• Canvass of votes from November 4 election (all precincts, absentee by mail and person) – November 5, 2025, 1:00 pm
• Provisional canvass of votes – November 12, 2025, 10:00 am
• Provisional canvass of votes – November 13, 2025, 2:00 pm
• Certification of election and signing of abstract of the vote – after provisional canvass on November 13
• Potential closed‑session portions of the meeting per VFOIA §§2.2‑3711(A)(1,7,8) & 24.2‑653

The Electoral Board canvassed the November 4, 2025 general election, verifying and signing the official results for each precinct. They confirmed that Envelope 2B was sealed, DS200 opening tapes read zero, and all officers took the oath for in‑person, mail‑in, and school‑site voting locations. Total voter check‑ins and votes were recorded (e.g., 3,669 for the Central Absentee Precinct in‑person, 1,192 absentee ballots received, 1,491 votes at Dorothy Hart Community Center). The board noted that Statements of Results for the Hugh Mercer Elementary School precinct were incomplete and will be completed by the Director of Elections.

• Confirmed Envelope 2B sealed and signed for Central Absentee Precinct in‑person voting
• Verified total voter check‑ins 3,669 and total votes 3,669 for CAP in‑person; no hand counts
• Confirmed Envelope 2B sealed for CAP mail‑in; 1,192 absentee ballots received, 1,176 processed by DS200, 16 hand‑counted
• Verified Envelope 2B sealed for Hugh Mercer Elementary; total votes 1,232; Statements of Results pending follow‑up
• Confirmed Envelope 2B sealed for Precinct 201 Dorothy Hart Community Center; 1,491 voter check‑ins and votes; no hand counts
• All officers signed the required oath for each precinct
• Chair Walker read the Statement of Results for each envelope
• Secretary McLaughlin verified the election night report

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will consider several items, including a second‑read ordinance that amends City Code chapters 10 and 72 to implement development‑review changes adopted by the 2025 Virginia General Assembly. The council will also vote on resolutions authorizing a law‑enforcement mutual‑aid agreement with the National Park Service, supporting a revenue‑sharing application to rebuild Cowan Boulevard, and approving the city’s public‑art policy and FY 2026 budget supplements. A public hearing, public comment period, and a closed session on pending litigation are also scheduled.

• Ordinance 25-15 (second read) amending City Code Chapter 10 and Chapter 72 to implement 2025 Virginia General Assembly development‑review changes
• Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a law‑enforcement mutual‑aid agreement with the National Park Service
• Resolution supporting the revenue‑sharing application to reconstruct Cowan Boulevard
• Resolution approving the City of Fredericksburg Public Art Policy
• Resolution FY 2026 budget supplement appropriating funds for the Dominion Energy transmission line cultural resource impact

The council adopted the consent agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. It approved several FY 2026 budget supplement resolutions, including funding for a cultural‑resource impact study, historic resources, and the local food bank. The council also adopted the city’s Public Art Policy and made appointments to the Towing and Recovery Advisory Board and the Arts Commission.

• Approved consent agenda (D25‑432‑446) – Ayes (7), Nays (0)
• Adopted minutes from prior sessions (D25‑448) – Ayes (7), Nays (0)
• Appointed Michele Maxey to Towing and Recovery Advisory Board – Ayes (7), Nays (0)
• Appointed Sarah Artin (4 votes) and James Flippen (3 votes) to Fredericksburg Arts Commission – Artin approved, Flippen approved, Diamond Booker not appointed
• Approved Resolution 25‑79, City Public Art Policy – Ayes (7), Nays (0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑80, FY 2026 budget supplement for Dominion Energy Transmission Line cultural‑resource impact funding – Ayes (7), Nays (0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑81, FY 2026 budget supplement for Virginia Department of Historic Resources grant – Ayes (7), Nays (0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑83, FY 2026 budget amendment appropriating funds for Fredericksburg Area Food Bank – Ayes (7), Nays (0)

City Council

The City Council will hear interviews for the Architectural Review Board and Building Code Appeals Board. It will receive an update on the electric‑vehicle charging program. The council will consider elections and membership changes for the Planning Commission. A closed‑session will address legal matters, specifically a federal claim in which the city is a defendant.

• Architectural Review Board and Building Code Appeals Board interviews
• EV Charging Program update
• Planning Commission officer elections and membership updates
• Closed session on legal matters – federal claim lawsuit

Council members interviewed candidates for the Architectural Review Board and Building Code Appeals Board, discussed the electric‑vehicle charging pilot program, and reviewed a planning commission by‑law amendment for gender‑neutral language. No votes or approvals were recorded.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hear a concept review of the proposed Auction Block site presented by Dr. Gaila Sims of Eto Otitigbe/Eo Studio. The board will consider the design concepts and may take public comment on the proposal. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Concept Review presentation for Fredericksburg’s Auction Block site by Dr. Gaila Sims (Eto Otitigbe/Eo Studio)
• Public comment period – comments submitted by 1:30 p.m. must include name and address

The board reviewed concepts for the Fredericksburg Auction Block Interpretation & Memorial Site, including design details and historical background. Scale studies of 15‑foot and 30‑foot options were presented. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. The body will also discuss a downtown traffic engineering study and parking advisory committee membership.

• Public hearing on UDOTA FY26-01 regarding tattoo and piercing establishment regulations
• Public hearing on UDOTA FY26-02 regarding day care use categories, including family day homes, child-care centers, and adult day-care centers
• Discussion of the Downtown Traffic Engineering Study
• Discussion of Parking Advisory Committee Membership

The commission unanimously approved two Unified Development Ordinance amendments: one expanding tattoo and piercing businesses and another updating day‑care regulations. Both motions passed 6‑0. The board also removed the July 9, 2025 minutes for further review and adopted the amended October 8, 2025 minutes. Additionally, Commissioner Winterer volunteered to replace Durham on the Parking Advisory Committee.

• Approved UDOTA FY26-01 (tattoo/piercing) 6-0
• Approved UDOTA FY26-02 (day care) 6-0
• Removed July 9, 2025 minutes from agenda for further review (motion passed 6-0)
• Adopted October 8, 2025 minutes (amended)
• Winterer volunteered to replace Durham on the Parking Advisory Committee

Economic Development Authority

At the October 20, 2025 meeting the Economic Development Authority will discuss and decide on several new‑business items, including renewal of the tourism public relations contract, renewal of a part‑time employment agreement, and a funding request for a business strategy and networking series. The board will also receive a treasurer’s budget update and reports from multiple committees such as parking improvement and workforce development. Standard procedural items such as approval of minutes, public comments, and the agenda will also be addressed.

• Tourism Public Relations Contract Renewal – Danelle Rose
• Part‑Time Contract Employment Agreement Renewal – Amy Peregoy
• Business Strategy & Skills Series and Business Networking Funding Request – Amy Peregoy & Danelle Rose
• Treasurer’s Report – budget update, including CDs totaling $261,042.28 maturing and $150,000 loan repayment
• Committee & Liaison Reports – includes Parking Improvement, Workforce Development, Marketing & Promotions, etc.

The Economic Development Authority unanimously approved a contract renewal with Laurie Rowe and Company for tourism public relations, renewed the part‑time EDA Assistant contract, and allocated $5,000 to launch the FXBG Local Loop and The Business Pour series. The board discussed the Corridor Revitalization Study but took no vote on funding. All approvals were recorded with a 7‑aye, 0‑nay vote.

• Approved tourism public relations contract with Laurie Rowe and Company (7‑0)
• Renewed part‑time contract for EDA Assistant Jordan Seurattan (7‑0)
• Allocated $5,000 for FXBG Local Loop and The Business Pour programs (7‑0)

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board will meet to discuss the November 2025 General Election and campaign finance. The board is scheduled to approve new officers of election.

• Approval of new officers of election
• Discussion of November 2025 General Election campaign finance
• Report of the General Registrar

The board presented registration statistics for each precinct, noting a net increase of 88 active voters and a decrease of 32 inactive voters. It also reported November 2025 election voting statistics through October 17, including totals of issued, marked, in‑person, pre‑processed and unmarked ballots. The meeting listed important election dates and outreach activities. No formal actions or votes were taken.

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will meet on October 20, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Large Conference Room at City Hall, 715 Princess Anne Street. Council members listed will attend. No specific agenda items or decisions are detailed in the provided agenda.

Planning Commission

Planning Commission members and staff will attend the "Advancing Housing Solutions" summit hosted by the Regional Housing Assembly. The agenda states that no official business or action will be taken by the Planning Commission during this event.

• Attendance at 3rd Annual Regional Housing Summit at Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will attend a groundbreaking ceremony for the Wastewater Treatment Plant located at 700 Beulah Salisbury Rd. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. No policy decisions, votes, or contracts are on the agenda for this meeting.

• Groundbreaking ceremony for the Wastewater Treatment Plant at 700 Beulah Salisbury Rd.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on updating local development review processes and a special use permit for a housing project. The body is also voting on budget amendments for school grants and capital projects.

• Resolution 25-72: Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Amendment for School Grant and School Capital Fund
• Resolution 25-73: Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendment for carryovers and capital projects
• Ordinance 25-__: Changes to City Code Chapter 10 and Chapter 72 regarding development review processes
• Resolution 25-_: Special Use Permit for 242 multifamily dwelling units at 2300 Fall Hill Avenue
• Appointments to Fredericksburg Clean And Green Commission: Shannon Doherty, George Solley, and Brenda Togo

The council voted 7‑0 to adopt Ordinance 25‑15, amending City Code Chapters 10 and 72 to implement new development review procedures required by the 2025 Virginia General Assembly. A resolution (25‑76) to grant a special‑use permit for 242 multifamily units at 2300 Fall Hill Avenue was discussed, but no vote was recorded. Public speakers raised concerns about traffic, density, and parking impacts of the proposed adaptive‑reuse project.

• Approved Ordinance 25‑15 (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Resolution 25‑76 Special Use Permit for 242 units at 2300 Fall Hill Ave discussed; no vote recorded

City Council

The City Council will attend a groundbreaking for the Wastewater Treatment Plant at 700 Beulah Salisbury Road. The meeting also includes interviews for the ARB and Building Code of Appeals Board and planning for the 2026 legislative agenda.

• Wastewater Treatment Plant groundbreaking at 700 Beulah Salisbury Road
• ARB and Building Code of Appeals Board interviews
• UMW and MWHC Healthcare Partnership discussion
• Dominion Power Poles discussion
• 2026 Legislative Agenda planning

The City Council held a work session to discuss the legislative agenda, a potential medical school partnership, Dominion power pole updates, and an Architectural Review Board interview. No votes or formal approvals, denials, or adoptions were recorded. The Building Code of Appeals Board interview was canceled after the applicant withdrew. The session adjourned at 6:23 p.m.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review several Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for property modifications. The board is deciding on sign, fence, and porch installations, as well as residential restorations and a commercial mural.

• COA 2509-0144: Juliet balcony restoration and wrought iron fencing at 1206 Prince Edward Street
• COA 2509-0146: Porch, roofing, and siding alterations at 400 Hanover Street
• COA 2509-0148: Lighting and lime-based paint mural at 901 Caroline Street
• COA 2508-0142: Continued application for 1500 Washington Avenue
• Consent agenda items for signs and fences at 721, 1304, 1004, 1025, and 301 Caroline Street

The meeting minutes consist solely of comments from the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation on several COA applications. No board actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to modify a special use permit for a coffee shop and a rezoning request for a single-family dwelling. The body will also discuss updates to the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Overlay District and its associated map.

• Cowan Station: Request by Jarrell Properties Inc. to modify SUP2508-0014 for a coffee shop drive-through on 1.14 acres
• 98 Caroline Street: Request by Hughes Home Properties LLC to rezone 0.24 acres from R-16 to R-4 for a single-family detached dwelling
• Chesapeake Bay Preservation Overlay District: Proposed Unified Development Ordinance text amendment UDOTAFY25-02
• Chesapeake Bay Preservation Overlay District: Proposed Zoning Map Amendment ZMA2509-0012
• Draft CIP Letter and Land Use Annual Report

Planning Commission

The Fredericksburg Planning Commission will attend an informational community meeting on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Walker‑Grant Center, 210 Ferdinand Street. The meeting is hosted by the Virginia Department of Transportation and will include an open‑house design public hearing for the Dixon Park Connector Trail pedestrian and bicycle improvements. No official business or action will be taken by the Planning Commission at this meeting.

• Open‑house design public hearing on Dixon Park Connector Trail (pedestrian and bicycle improvements) – hosted by VDOT

Planning Commission

The Fredericksburg Planning Commission will discuss potential policies, ordinances, and applications, including a review of the Proffer Law presented by Kelly Lackey. A public hearing will consider UDOTA FY25‑04, a proposal to amend the City Code to change local development review processes for subdivisions and site plans, as adopted by the 2025 Virginia General Assembly. The meeting will also include updates from the CIP Committee and a status report on the Land Use Annual Report. General public comment will be accepted both in‑person and in writing.

• Review of Proffer Law – presentation by Kelly Lackey
• UDOTA FY25‑04: proposed amendment to City Code for subdivision and site‑plan review processes (referencing Senate Bill 974, HB2660, RES25‑69)
• CIP Committee update and recommendations
• Status of Land Use Annual Report (draft FY24‑25)
• General public comment period (in‑person and written submissions)

The Commission voted 5‑1 to recommend approval of the UDOTA FY25-04 amendment to City Code that updates subdivision and site‑plan review processes to match 2025 Virginia General Assembly statutes. The motion also asked City Council to monitor future General Assembly legislation that could affect local control or public input. The agenda was approved unanimously (6‑0). No conflicts of interest were disclosed.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Recommended approval of UDOTA FY25-04 Subdivisions and Site Plans code amendment (5-1)
• Recommended City Council track General Assembly legislation affecting local control (5-1)
• Recorded no conflicts of interest
• Held public hearing; no public comments were voiced

City Council

The City Council meeting on September 23, 2025 includes a ribbon‑cutting ceremony for the completion of the city‑wide water meter project. Council members will attend the event at City Shop, 1000 Tyler St. No other agenda items are listed.

• Ribbon cutting ceremony for the City-wide Water Meter Project

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will consider a proclamation for Paralegals Week and an update on the downtown traffic engineering study. The consent agenda includes ordinances to remove the arborist requirement, repeal the Cable Television Commission, and approve the cable franchise renewal with Cox Communications, along with resolutions on the CAPER report and remote participation policy. A public hearing will address special use permits for a child‑care center, a 30‑unit multifamily project at 2301 Fall Hill Avenue, a lease extension with T‑Mobile Northeast, and budget adjustments for FY 2025 and FY 2026 capital projects. Additional items include board appointments and a rezoning proposal for 34.7 acres at 3430 Fall Hill Avenue.

• Ordinance 25-14: Approve cable franchise renewal with Cox Communications
• Resolution: Special use permit for 30 multifamily units at 2301 Fall Hill Ave
• Resolution: Extend lease with T‑Mobile Northeast for telecom equipment on Courtland Water Tank
• Budget adjustments: FY 2025 and FY 2026 capital project appropriations
• Ordinance 25-13: Rezoning 34.7240 acres at 3430 Fall Hill Avenue

The council unanimously approved Resolution 25‑69 granting a special use permit to Mrs. Bee’s Learning Academy at 105 Classic Court. It also approved Resolution 25‑70 granting a special use permit to FXBG LLC for adaptive reuse of 2301 Fall Hill Ave into 30 multifamily units, with a condition to install a sheltered bus stop unless it conflicts with historic tax credits. Additionally, the council approved Resolution 25‑71 extending T‑Mobile’s lease on the Courtland water tank and approved FY2025 and FY2026 budget amendment resolutions (25‑72 and 25‑73) on first read. All votes were 7 ayes, 0 nays.

• Approved Resolution 25‑69 special use permit for Mrs. Bee’s Learning Academy (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25‑70 special use permit for FXBG LLC 30‑unit adaptive reuse project with bus‑stop condition (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25‑71 six‑month lease extension for T‑Mobile Northeast LLC on Courtland water tank (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25‑72 FY2025 budget amendment authorizing school grant and capital fund carryovers (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25‑73 FY2026 budget amendment authorizing carryovers and additional capital project appropriations (7 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

The council will hold a ribbon‑cutting ceremony for the completed city‑wide water meter project at 1000 Tyler Street. Council members will review the IT strategic plan, receive an update on stormwater management, and discuss the implementation of red‑light cameras. No formal votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Ribbon cutting for the completed City‑Wide Water Meter Project (1000 Tyler Street)
• Discussion of the IT Strategic Plan
• Stormwater Update
• Red Light Cameras discussion

The council held a work session to review the five‑year IT strategic plan, stormwater nutrient‑reduction options, and potential expansion of red‑light camera coverage. No motions were voted on or formally adopted; members asked questions and exchanged information about each topic. The session was adjourned at 7:08 p.m.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will handle routine procedural items such as quorum, public‑notice verification, agenda approval, and required disclosures. It will hold a pre‑application discussion on proposed work at 925 and 1001 Caroline Street. The meeting also provides time for public comment and any other business.

• Pre‑application discussion: 925 Caroline Street
• Pre‑application discussion: 1001 Caroline Street
• Approval of agenda
• Disclosure of ex‑parte communication
• Public comment period

The Architectural Review Board met on September 22, 2025, and approved the agenda. Members held a pre‑application discussion with the project leads about possible vertical expansion, elevator conversion, new entries, and below‑grade parking for 1001 & 925 Caroline Street. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board is meeting to coordinate logistics for the November 2025 General Election. The board will discuss polling place changes, site visits for maps, and scheduling for preprocessing and canvassing. Other items include reviewing local policies and approving new officers of election.

• Communication plan for polling place changes
• Scheduling site visits to revamp 40-foot maps for polling places
• Determination of additional preprocessing, canvass, and provisional dates
• Review of Electronic Meeting and Zero Tolerance policies
• Approval of new officers of election

The Electoral Board affirmed ADA compliance for all polling places and moved into a closed session to discuss election security, personnel and possible litigation. It approved the General Registrar’s assignment suggestions and accepted four of six new Officer of Election applicants. The board deferred a vote on an updated electronic meeting policy to October 2025 and scheduled site‑visit tours, an additional preprocessing date, and training sessions for election staff.

• Approved ADA compliance affirmation for all polling places (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session on election security, personnel, litigation (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of General Registrar’s assignment suggestions for Officers of Election on Nov 4 (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of four of six new Officer of Election applicants (unanimous)
• Deferred vote on Electronic Meeting Policy to October 2025
• Scheduled site‑visit tours of polling‑place schools for map updates on Oct 17
• Added additional preprocessing date of Oct 15 for voter registration
• Scheduled Officer of Election training for Oct 4, Oct 18, and Oct 29

City Council

City Council members will attend the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee meeting on September 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed in the agenda.

Recreation Commission

The Fredericksburg Recreation Commission will approve the minutes from its July 17, 2025 meeting and receive updates on street closures, the sports tourism feasibility study, and the department director. New business includes discussion of a Teen Coordinator position, the Rainbow Bridge project, and a DHCC concept plan. The meeting also provides a venue for public comment and announces upcoming community events.

• Approval of July 17, 2025 Recreation Commission minutes
• Update on street closures
• Update on sports tourism feasibility study
• Discussion of Teen Coordinator position
• Discussion of Rainbow Bridge project

The Recreation Commission approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. No public comment was received. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved July 17 recreation commission minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn meeting passed unanimously

Planning Commission

The Fredericksburg Planning Commission will meet to discuss a proposal to convert the former Mary Washington Hospital into 242 multi-family units. The meeting will also include approval of past minutes and a review of city code by-laws.

• Public Hearing: Special Use Permit for 2300 Fall Hill Avenue (242 multi-family units)
• Approval of 2025-03-12 and 2025-05-28 Planning Commission minutes
• Review of City Code and By-Laws regarding terms and officer elections
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Committee status and Land Use Annual Report
• City and Public Utility Review Committee member appointment

The commission voted 6‑1 to recommend approval of the Special Use Permit (SUP2506‑0011) for converting the former Mary Washington Hospital at 2300 Fall Hill Avenue into 242 residential units, with conditions on preservation, open‑space access, unit count, and a five‑year start deadline. The motion also added requirements for a fence, no parking fees, and a bike cage. Thomas Johnson was appointed to the City and Public Utility Review Committee. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recommend approval of Special Use Permit for 2300 Fall Hill Ave (6‑1)
• Add conditions: preservation, open‑space access, max 242 units, start within 5 years
• Add fence between open space and Elmhurst homes, no parking fees, bike cage
• Appointed Thomas Johnson to City and Public Utility Review Committee

City Council

The Fredericksburg City Council will vote on a rezoning and special parking exception for the 3430 Fall Hill Avenue project, which proposes 50,000 square feet of commercial space and 605 residential units. The council will also act on several consent agenda items, including budget amendments, an EV‑charging right‑of‑way agreement at Gladys West Elementary, and the repeal of the Cable Television Commission. A public hearing will be held for these items and for a cable franchise renewal agreement with Cox Communications.

• Rezoning ~34.724 acres at 3430 Fall Hill Ave from R‑2 to Commercial‑Highway and Planned Development Residential
• Special exception allowing parking over 175% of the minimum requirement at 3430 Fall Hill Ave
• Ordinance authorizing a right‑of‑way agreement with Dominion Energy for electric‑vehicle charging at Gladys West Elementary School
• Ordinance repealing the Cable Television Commission (City Code Sections 10‑131 through 10‑133)
• Resolution approving the city’s participation in the settlement of opioid‑related claims against multiple pharmaceutical companies

The City Council voted 5‑0 to approve Ordinance 25‑13, rezoning roughly 34.724 acres at 3430 Fall Hill Avenue. It also approved Resolution 25‑63, granting a special exception for parking up to 175% of the minimum requirement at the same site, with a 5‑0 vote. Additionally, the council adopted Ordinance 25‑14, renewing the cable franchise agreement with Cox Communications, again by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance 25‑13 rezoning ~34.724 acres at 3430 Fall Hill Ave (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑63 special parking exception >175% minimum (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑14 cable franchise renewal with Cox Communications (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for the Board of Zoning Appeals and Economic Development Authority. Members will also review Unified Development Ordinance regulations regarding daycare uses and receive an update on sewer conveyance upgrades.

• Interviews for Board of Zoning Appeals and Economic Development Authority
• Review of Unified Development Ordinance regulations for daycare uses
• Update on sewer conveyance upgrades

The City Council met in a work session on September 9, 2025. Council members interviewed candidates for the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Economic Development Authority and discussed proposed Unified Development Ordinance amendments related to day‑care uses. They also received an update on the Lower Hazel Run sewer interceptor project and considered advancing its design timeline, but no vote or formal approval was taken. No decisions were formally approved, denied, or tabled.

Economic Development Authority

At the September 8 meeting, the board approved its agenda and the August 11 minutes. It authorized the chair to execute a contract with Victus Advisors for a sports tourism feasibility study, to sign a Virginia Brownfields Restoration grant performance agreement for the RIVERE Project, and to enter into a performance agreement with RIVERE Ecological Park. The InvestFXBG Loan Committee decided not to proceed with a loan application. All motions passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved agenda (7‑0)
• Approved August 11 minutes (7‑0)
• Authorized Chair to execute Sports Tourism Feasibility Study Agreement with Victus Advisors (7‑0)
• Authorized Chair to sign VABF Grant Performance Agreement for RIVERE Project (7‑0)
• Authorized Chair to enter RIVERE Grant Performance Agreement (7‑0)
• InvestFXBG Loan Committee decided not to move forward with loan application

Architectural Review Board

The minutes consist of comments submitted by the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation on three project applications. No approvals, denials, or other actions by the Architectural Review Board are documented. The record contains no substantive board decisions.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission CIP Committee will meet to discuss recommendations for the FY27 Capital Improvement Plan Budget. The meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2025, at 9:00 A.M. at the Fredericksburg City Hall.

• Review recommendations for the FY27 Capital Improvement Plan Budget

Planning Commission

The commission voted 7‑0 to approve a special use permit for Mrs. Bee’s Learning Academy, a child‑care center at 105 Classic Court, with staff‑recommended conditions. It also voted 7‑0 to approve a special use permit for the adaptive reuse of the Medical Arts Building at 2301 Fall Hill Avenue into 30 residential units, adding conditions such as short‑term rental prohibition and streetscape improvements. The agenda was approved unanimously and minutes from three prior meetings were adopted.

• Approved agenda as revised (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for Mrs. Bee’s Learning Academy (child‑care) with conditions (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for Medical Arts Building residential conversion (30 units) with conditions (7-0)
• Adopted minutes from April 9, May 14, and June 25 2025 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved the consent agenda items D25-292 through D25-307 by a 7‑0 vote. Council members gave a verbal thumbs‑up to direct staff to draft an ordinance establishing neighborhood conservation districts. No other substantive motions were recorded.

• Approved consent agenda items D25-292‑D25-307 (7 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Gave thumbs‑up to staff to draft a neighborhood conservation district ordinance (unanimous verbal approval)

City Council

The council held a work session to discuss the Cox cable franchise renewal, introduced the new Street Outreach Coordinator, and reviewed temporary political signage rules. No votes or formal approvals were recorded; staff were tasked to study signage policy and report back after the November election.

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board approved moving Precinct 401 to the FCPS Administration Building and updated precinct names. It unanimously approved the Annual Voting Systems Security Plan and amended the 2019 Electronic Participation Policy. Early voting evening hours were extended for October 15 and October 21. The Board entered a closed session to discuss personnel and potential litigation.

• Approved relocation of Precinct 401 polling place to FCPS Administration Building
• Approved update of precinct names (101‑Hugh Mercer, 201‑Dorothy Hart, 301‑Gladys West, 401‑FCPS Admin, 402‑V.F.W. 3103)
• Approved amendment to the 2019 Electronic Participation Policy
• Approved Annual Voting Systems Security Plan (unanimous)
• Extended early voting evening hours: Oct 15 4:30‑6:00 pm, Oct 21 4:30‑6:30 pm
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel matters and possible litigation (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendment to add Annual Voting Systems Security Plan item
• Scheduled Logic and Accuracy Testing for Sep 12 and set canvass timelines for November election

City Council

The City Council will attend the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee meeting on August 18, 2025. The session is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. at the FAMPO offices.

• Council members attending FAMPO Policy Committee meeting
• Meeting location: 406 Princess Anne Street
• Meeting time: 6:00 p.m.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority authorized a one‑time $25,000 grant to Main Street for hiring an assistant director (6‑0 vote, 1 absent). It also approved a $500 grant to the Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce for a networking event (5‑0 vote, 1 absent, 1 abstain). The board authorized further negotiations on maturing certificates of deposit and to begin contract talks with the preferred sports‑tourism consultant (both 6‑0 votes, 1 absent). Funding for the Pickle and Grilled Cheese Festival was tabled pending additional information.

• Approved $25,000 Main Street assistant director grant (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved $500 Virginia Black Chamber networking grant (5‑0, 1 absent, 1 abstain)
• Authorized CD negotiation for maturing $418,000 CDs (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Authorized outreach to preferred sports‑tourism candidate for contract (6‑0, 1 absent)
• Tabled funding decision for Pickle and Grilled Cheese Festival pending updates

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will review several Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) for property modifications. The board is deciding on new applications for demolition, porch extensions, window replacements, and a second-floor addition.

• COA 2507-0131: Shed demolition and concrete/masonry repair at 400 George Street
• COA 2507-0132: Porch roof extension at 101 Caroline Street
• COA 2507-0134: Window replacement and new signage at 510 Caroline Street
• COA 2507-0135: Second floor addition at 210 Caroline Street
• Consent agenda items for sign and handrail installations at 317 Dixon Street, 1005 Princess Anne Street, 601 Caroline Street, and 1308 Caroline Street

The Architectural Review Board approved the meeting agenda and the July 28 minutes unanimously. The consent agenda items were also approved without opposition. Four public applications for demolition, porch extension, window repair and signage, and a second‑floor addition were each approved by a 6‑0 vote. No public comments or other business were presented.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 28, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (6-0)
• Approved demolition and concrete repair at 400 George Street (6-0)
• Approved porch roof extension at 101 Caroline Street (6-0)
• Approved window repair and new signage at 510 Caroline Street (6-0)
• Approved second‑floor addition at 210 Caroline Street (6-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board issued a Certificate of Appropriateness approving the site planning, scale, and massing of the rear building containing four townhouse units at 400 Princess Anne Street. The board deferred consideration of the site planning, scale, and massing of one unit facing Princess Anne Street to its next regular meeting. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for site planning, scale, and massing of rear building (four townhouses) at 400 Princess Anne Street

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board approved the meeting agenda and accepted four staff statements about interactions with Sheriff candidate Rashawn Cowles and Sheriff Scott Foster. A motion to begin an inquiry into those interactions passed unanimously, and a later motion to go into closed session was approved unanimously. Chair Walker directed Vice Chair Beyer to research possible further actions and report at the August 18 meeting.

• Approved agenda as published (unanimous)
• Accepted all four staff statements (unanimous)
• Approved motion to begin inquiry into staff‑candidate interactions (unanimous)
• First motion to go into closed session failed
• Second motion to go into closed session passed unanimously
• Closed session held from 4:43 pm to 5:05 pm
• Chair instructed Vice Chair to research further actions for next meeting

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission unanimously approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to hold the September meeting on September 11 passed unanimously. The FY26 budget secured funding for three capital‑improvement projects: trail improvements, the Ficklen Dam, and dog‑park updates. Funding was also approved for a new recreation coordinator position for pre‑teen/teen programs.

• Approved March 20, 2025 Recreation Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved moving September meeting to September 11 (unanimous)
• Secured funding for trail‑improvement CIP item
• Secured funding for Ficklen Dam CIP item
• Secured funding for dog‑park‑update CIP item
• Approved funding for new pre‑teen/teen recreation coordinator position

Economic Development Authority

The Authority approved the continuation of its corporate sponsorship with the University of Mary Washington (6‑0). It voted to hold a closed session under the Virginia FOIA to consult legal counsel about InvestFXBG loan litigation (6‑0) and later certified that closed session (6‑0). The Main Street $25,000 matching‑fund request was tabled for the August meeting. The board also approved a tourism review committee to evaluate sports tourism proposals.

• Approved continuation of University of Mary Washington corporate sponsorship (6‑0)
• Approved closed session to discuss InvestFXBG loan litigation (6‑0)
• Adopted certification of the closed session (6‑0)
• Tabled Main Street $25,000 matching‑fund request pending further review
• Approved formation of tourism review committee for Sports Tourism RFP
• Reassigned committee liaisons among members

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board heard comments from the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation on two rehabilitation projects: 301‑303 Hanover Street and 706 Caroline Street. The foundation praised the overall plans but asked the Hanover Street applicant to reconsider the placement of a wall sconce and the number of roof vents. It expressed support for the adaptive‑reuse project at 706 Caroline Street. No votes or formal decisions were recorded.

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda unanimously (7‑0). It then voted to recommend disapproval of the rezoning and special‑use permit for the 1500 Gateway data‑center project, finding the proposed substation not in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan. The motion passed unanimously (7‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (7‑0)
• Recommended disapproval of rezoning and special‑use permit; substation non‑conforming (7‑0)

City Council

The City Council accepted the consent agenda and appointed Molly Henderson as the new City Clerk. It approved a Transportation Alternatives Program resolution supporting the Charles & William Street raised intersection project with a rough estimate of $560,000. The Council also authorized $10,000 from the Opportunity Fund for a media visitation event and filled several board and commission vacancies.

• Consent agenda accepted (7-0)
• Molly Henderson appointed City Clerk (7-0)
• Approved TAP Resolution 25-48 for Charles & William St. project ($560,000 estimate) (7-0)
• Authorized $10,000 media visitation funding (Resolution 25-49) (7-0)
• Wa’ad Adam appointed to Arts Commission (7-0)
• Larry Hinkle appointed to Arts Commission (6-1)
• Catherine Lloyd appointed to Social Services Board (7-0)
• Derrick Washington appointed to Social Services Board (4 votes in favor)

City Council

The City Council held a joint work session with the Planning Commission and the Economic Development Authority to review the Commercial Corridor Revitalization (Shopping Center) Study, including code recommendations, density options, and financing tools such as tax‑increment financing. Council members asked questions about housing density, parking garages, and incentives, and consultants provided background information. No formal motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session.

Electoral Board

The Board rejected a motion to disqualify Keith Rodgers and certified his signature petitions as valid, adding him to the sheriff ballot. It approved the meeting agenda and minutes, and adopted the June 25 abstract results. A motion to enter Closed Session passed unanimously, and the order of candidates was set with Travis Bird in position 2 for Commonwealth’s Attorney and Keith Rodgers added for Sheriff. The next regular meeting was scheduled for August 18, 2025.

• Rejected motion to disqualify sheriff candidate Keith Rodgers (initial 2‑aye, 1‑nay vote, motion ultimately failed)
• Certified Keith Rodgers’s petitions and qualified him for the ballot
• Approved agenda amendment and minutes without change
• Approved June 25 abstract results for the City of Fredericksburg
• Entered Closed Session unanimously to discuss election security matters
• Set ballot order: Travis Bird position 2 for Commonwealth’s Attorney; Keith Rodgers added for Sheriff
• Deferred motion to have General Registrar submit filing‑date document to the August 18 meeting
• Scheduled next Electoral Board meeting for Monday, August 18, 2025

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda (7‑0). It then voted 7‑0 to approve the rezoning of approximately 34 acres at 3430 Fall Hill from Residential‑2 to Commercial Highway and Planned Development Residential, and to grant a special exception for a specialty grocery store. The motion included an amendment requiring additional parking‑area improvements such as pervious surfaces, landscaping, or bio‑swales to address heat‑island and water‑quality concerns.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved rezoning and special exception for 3430 Fall Hill (7-0) with added parking/landscaping condition

City Council

Councilors Gerlach and Holmes moved and seconded a resolution to adopt the 2025 Fredericksburg Forward Comprehensive Plan. The motion passed unanimously with six ayes and zero nays. All six council members present voted in favor. Mayor Devine was absent due to a family emergency.

• Adopted 2025 Fredericksburg Forward Comprehensive Plan (Resolution 25-45) – vote 6-0

City Council

The City Council met for a work session to receive updates on the Cityscape newsletter, the FXBG Forward Comprehensive Plan, tobacco/vape buffer proposals, tattoo and piercing zoning options, and recent state subdivision rule changes. Council members asked questions and discussed potential amendments, but no motions were voted on or formally adopted.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority voted unanimously to authorize the execution of the assignment and assumption agreement for the stadium revenue bonds. The board also approved the revised FY2026 budget after noting the impact of the Medicorp bond paydown. Both motions passed with six votes in favor, zero against, and one member absent.

• Authorized execution of assignment and assumption of revenue bonds (6-0)
• Approved revised FY2026 EDA budget (6-0)

Electoral Board

The Board unanimously adjudicated 15 provisional and same‑day registration ballots from the June 17 Democratic primary. Fourteen ballots were accepted and counted, while one ballot from Precinct 401 was rejected. No hand counts were required for any provisional ballot. The Board will certify the final results after the provisional canvass is completed.

• Accepted all 5 provisional ballots from Precinct 101 (3 same‑day, 2 absentee)
• Accepted the single provisional ballot from Precinct 201 (absentee)
• Accepted both provisional ballots from Precinct 301 (1 same‑day, 1 absentee)
• Accepted 3 of 4 provisional ballots from Precinct 401; rejected 1 (same‑day in wrong precinct)
• Accepted the single provisional ballot from Precinct 402 (absentee)
• Accepted both provisional ballots from Central Absentee Precinct (in‑person) (same‑day)
• Total provisional ballots considered: 15; accepted: 14; rejected: 1
• All decisions were unanimous; no hand counts were required

City Council

Council voted to reconvene a closed session to discuss personnel matters for the Clerk of City Council. The council then voted to return to an open meeting. The body also approved Resolution 25‑43, which certifies the closed meeting.

• Reopened closed session for Clerk personnel discussion (5-0)
• Returned to open meeting (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑43 certifying closed meeting (5-0)

City Council

The council voted to convene a closed session under Virginia Code 2.2-3711(A)(1) to discuss prospective candidates for the Clerk of City Council position. After the closed session, the council voted to return to an open meeting. The council then approved Resolution 25‑42, certifying the closed meeting. All three motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Closed session convened for Clerk hiring discussion (5-0)
• Return to open meeting approved (5-0)
• Resolution 25‑42 certifying closed meeting approved (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a resolution selecting Option C as the preferred local alternative for an additional Rappahannock River bridge. It also approved the consent agenda, appointed a new alcohol‑safety program officer, and adopted several past meeting minutes. Council members asked staff to study daycare special‑use permits, parking authority actions, ranked‑choice voting and trail‑expansion concerns.

• Approved consent agenda for eight board/commission minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-40, endorsing Option C for a new Rappahannock River bridge (6-1)
• Appointed Captain Rashawn Cowles to the Rappahannock Area Alcohol Safety Action Program (7-0)
• Adopted prior meeting minutes (Oct 8, Oct 22, Nov 12 2024; May 27 2025) (7-0)
• Directed staff to review Daycare Special Use Permit requirements
• Requested a special Parking Authority meeting to address Lewis Street parking issues
• Asked staff to schedule a future work session on ranked‑choice voting
• Asked staff to explore security and parking options for the trail expansion

City Council

The council voted unanimously to convene a closed session, then to return to an open meeting, and approved Resolution 25‑39 certifying the closed meeting. No other substantive actions were decided; discussions on EDA candidates, geese population, and a potential new river crossing were informational only.

• Approved motion to convene closed session (7-0)
• Approved motion to return to open meeting (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑39 certifying closed meeting (7-0)

Architectural Review Board

The board confirmed a quorum, approved the agenda and the May 12 minutes, and cleared three consent items unanimously. It approved a storefront alteration at 1109 Caroline Street by a 5‑2 vote. It then approved limited structural repairs, columbarium installation, and alley‑entrance changes at 905 Princess Anne Street by a 6‑1 vote, and sent the remaining ramp and railing items to the July 14 meeting.

• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Approved May 12 minutes (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A‑C (7-0)
• Approved COA 2504-107 storefront alteration at 1109 Caroline Street (5-2)
• Approved COA 2505-0121 limited structural repairs, columbarium, alley entrance at 905 Princess Anne Street (6-1)
• Tabled railing, ramp, and retaining‑wall details to July 14, 2025 meeting (7-0)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority approved three grant actions: it amended the Fredericksburg Pride grant to allow the full $1,500 unrestricted, authorized staff to work on the RIVERE Brownfields Restoration grant application, and authorized staff to submit the T‑Mobile Hometown grant for up to $50,000. The board also elected new officers and adopted two resolutions to hold and certify a closed session on InvestFXBG loan litigation. All motions passed unanimously (6‑0).

• Amended Fredericksburg Pride grant to allow unrestricted use of $1,500 (6‑0)
• Authorized staff to work with RIVERE on a $50,000 Virginia Brownfields Restoration grant application (6‑0)
• Authorized staff to finalize and submit T‑Mobile Hometown grant for up to $50,000 for Archer RapidGate system (6‑0)
• Elected officers: Chair Meredith Schatz, Vice Chair Anita Crossfield, Treasurer Kevin Hughes, Secretary Mitzi Brown (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑06 to hold a closed meeting on InvestFXBG loan litigation (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑07 to certify the proper conduct of the closed session (6‑0)

Electoral Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 6, 2025 without changes. A motion to enter closed session to discuss election security matters was passed unanimously. Officer of Election assignments for the June 17 primary were approved unanimously. The next board meeting was set for July 1, 2025 and the meeting adjourned at 6:31 pm.

• Agenda approved (no changes)
• Minutes of May 6, 2025 approved (no changes)
• Closed‑session motion on election security passed unanimously
• Officer of Election assignments for June 17 primary approved unanimously
• Next meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025
• Meeting adjourned at 6:31 pm

Planning Commission

The commission approved its agenda unanimously (6‑0). After a public hearing, members voted to approve the Fredericksburg Forward Comprehensive Plan, also unanimously (6‑0) with one commissioner absent. The Planning Director noted the review of the proposed data‑center project at 1500 Gateway Boulevard has been postponed.

• Approved agenda (6‑0)
• Approved Fredericksburg Forward Comprehensive Plan (6‑0, one member absent)
• Postponed review of proposed data‑center project on 1500 Gateway Boulevard (no vote recorded)

City Council

The council approved the consent agenda, which included fee schedule amendments, a rezoning, and a vehicle purchase, with a 7‑0 vote. It then adopted the FY 2026 budget appropriation, authorizing funds for the next fiscal year, also by a unanimous vote. Additional resolutions authorized a design contract for Fire Station #3 and an addendum for the wastewater treatment plant upgrade, each passing 7‑0. The council also appointed members to the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board.

• Consent agenda items (fee schedule changes, rezoning, vehicle purchase) approved (7-0)
• Adoption of FY 2026 budget appropriation approved (7-0)
• Resolution 25-37 authorizing Fire Station #3 design contract approved (7-0)
• Resolution 25-38 approving wastewater treatment plant design addendum approved (7-0)
• Eileen Fairle appointed to Board of Zoning Appeals (7-0)
• Dr. Clarie Curcio and Jason Parcell reappointed to Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (7-0)
• Adoption of September 2024 Work Session and May 2025 minutes approved (7-0)
• Resolution 25-31 authorizing purchase of six transit vehicles approved (7-0)

City Council

The City Council met on May 27, 2025 for a work session. Members heard candidate interviews for the Economic Development Authority, an update on the $180 million wastewater treatment plant upgrade, and a status report on the vacant commissioner and treasurer positions. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the session.

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda unanimously (6-0). The minutes from three prior meetings were adopted after a correction was noted. The public hearing on the Fredericksburg Forward Comprehensive Plan was continued to the May 28 meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Agenda approved (6-0)
• Minutes from Aug 23 2023, Feb 12 2025, and Feb 26 2025 adopted
• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan continued to May 28

City Council

The City Council approved Ordinance 25-05, setting the real estate tax rate for fiscal year 2026 at $0.80 per $100 of assessed value. It also approved Ordinance 25-06 to amend water and sewer fee rates, and Ordinances 25-07 and 25-08 to update planning, zoning, and building service fee schedules. In addition, Resolution 25-31 amended the FY 2025 budget to appropriate FY 2024 carryovers and fund capital projects, and the council adopted the consent agenda and recent meeting minutes.

• Approved Ordinance 25-05 (real estate tax rate $0.80/ $100) – Ayes 6, Nays 1
• Approved Ordinance 25-06 (water and sewer fee amendment) – Ayes 7, Nays 0
• Approved Ordinance 25-07 (planning and zoning fee schedule) – Ayes 7, Nays 0
• Approved Ordinance 25-08 (building services fee schedule) – Ayes 7, Nays 0
• Approved Resolution 25-31 (FY 2025 budget amendment) – Ayes 7, Nays 0
• Adopted consent agenda – Ayes 7, Nays 0
• Adopted September 10, 2024 work session and April 2025 public hearing minutes – Ayes 7, Nays 0

City Council

The council met on May 13, 2025 for a work session in the Large Conference Room. Council members and staff discussed candidate interviews for the EDA and BZA, the Small Area 8 South Dixon/Mayfield report, and FY 2026 budget options. No motions were adopted, denied, or voted on during the session.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 14 meeting (7‑0). The consent agenda items for sign installations at 619 Caroline St. and 521 Sophia St. were approved after removing a third item (7‑0). In the public hearing, the Board approved the minor revisions at 1314 Sophia St. (7‑0), approved the 1407 Caroline St. single‑family dwelling with detailed conditions (7‑0), and moved the 1109 Caroline St. storefront application to the June 9 public hearing (7‑0). No decision was recorded for the 1002 Prince Edward St. application.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 14 minutes, 7-0
• Approved consent agenda items A and B after removing item C, 7-0
• Approved 1314 Sophia Street minor revisions, 7-0
• Approved 1407 Caroline Street single‑family dwelling with conditions, 7-0
• Continued 1109 Caroline Street storefront application to June 9 hearing, 7-0

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority approved the meeting agenda and the April 14 minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. The board then approved the draft budget for fiscal year 2026 with a 5‑0 vote. A separate motion approved $1,500 in deposit funds for the Fredericksburg Pride event, also by a 5‑0 vote. Other items were discussed but no further decisions were made.

• Agenda approved (5-0, 2 absent)
• April 14 minutes approved (5-0, 2 absent)
• Draft FY2026 budget approved (5-0, 2 absent)
• Fredericksburg Pride deposit funding $1,500 approved (5-0, 2 absent)
• Nomination subcommittee appointed (Chair Black named Ms. Brown and Ms. Crossfield)
• No decision on FSU Pickle and Grilled Cheese Festival grant application (discussion only)
• Sports tourism RFP sent for 30‑day review (no approval at this meeting)
• General support expressed for grant opportunity exploration

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board approved the agenda and minutes without changes. It unanimously authorized the Director of Elections to inspect Dorothy Hart Community Center and designate an alternate room for the June 17 primary if needed. The roster of Officers of Election for the June 17 primary was also approved unanimously, and the next meeting was set for Monday, June 2, 2024.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 1 and April 28 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized Director to inspect and designate alternate primary room (unanimous)
• Approved roster of Officers of Election for June 17 primary (unanimous)
• Set next meeting date for Monday, June 2, 2024 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss election security (unanimous)
• Certified closed session content as limited to exempt matters (unanimous)

Electoral Board

The board held a closed session to perform Logic & Accuracy testing of voting machines for the June 17, 2025 primary. Testing confirmed accuracy for all Express Vote devices and most DS200 scanners, while one DS200 machine failed and will be repaired. The board then opened the session, verified the results, and finalized the agenda for the May 6 meeting.

• Conducted Logic & Accuracy testing of election equipment
• Confirmed accuracy for all Express Vote devices
• Confirmed accuracy for all DS200 scanners except one
• Identified one DS200 machine failure; scheduled repair
• Verified test results and signed result tapes
• Finalized agenda for May 6 meeting

Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda (7‑0). It then approved a Special Use Permit for Mis Ojos Restaurante at 1600 Princess Anne Street to allow alcohol sales, with specific operating hour conditions, by a 6‑0 vote. The January 22, 2025 joint Planning Commission minutes were adopted without objection.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Mis Ojos Restaurante with conditions (6-0)
• Adopted Jan 22, 2025 joint Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The council approved Ordinance 25-05 setting the real estate tax rate at $0.80 per $100 of assessed value for Fiscal Year 2026. It also approved Ordinance 25-04 moving Precinct 401 polling from New City Fellowship Church to the Schools Administration Building. Ordinance 25-06 amending water and sewer fee rates was approved, and the consent agenda and prior meeting minutes were adopted.

• Approved Precinct 401 polling place change (Ordinance 25-04) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved 2026 real estate tax rate of $0.80 per $100 assessed (Ordinance 25-05) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved amendment to water and sewer fee rates (Ordinance 25-06) – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved consent agenda for transmittal of board and commission minutes – 7 ayes, 0 nays
• Adopted June 2024 work session minutes and April 8, 2025 public hearing and regular session minutes – 7 ayes, 0 nays

City Council

The council approved a one‑time $25,000 payment from the Opportunity Fund to hire an additional Main Street staff member. They also confirmed that Action 3 and Action 4 of the budget‑reduction plan are definite, while Action 1 will be decided later, Action 2 will be addressed as needed, and no action will be taken on Action 5. No other substantive decisions were made during the work session.

• Approved $25,000 one‑time Main Street hire from Opportunity Fund
• Action 3 of budget‑reduction plan declared definite
• Action 4 of budget‑reduction plan declared definite
• Action 1 of budget‑reduction plan set for later decision
• Action 2 of budget‑reduction plan to be addressed as needed
• No action taken on Action 5 of budget‑reduction plan

City Council

The council met on April 15, 2025 for a public hearing. Presentations covered the FY26 budget, water and sewer rates, real‑estate tax increase, and funding requests from the SPCA, Thurman Brisben Center, Legal Aid Works, and Virginia Community Food Connections. No votes or approvals were recorded before the meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

City Council

The City Council approved several FY 2026 budget proposals, giving a thumbs‑up to increased contributions to Empowerhouse and Hope House, the SPCA, and a Community Outreach Case Manager funded from unassigned balance. They also approved reallocating $20,000 of School Zone Safety Camera funds for interactive speed‑limit signs and a $585,000 reduction of the Revenue Stabilization Fund offset by a $.01 increase in the real‑estate tax rate. The Council supported fully funding the Main Street Program request and discussed a hiring slowdown and turnover credit increase.

• Approved increased contributions to Empowerhouse and Hope House (thumbs up)
• Approved adding $5,000 SPCA contribution back into FY 2026 budget (thumbs up)
• Approved use of $112,575 unassigned fund balance for Community Outreach Case Manager (thumbs up)
• Approved allocating $20,000 from School Zone Safety Camera funding for interactive speed‑limit signs (thumbs up)
• Approved reducing Revenue Stabilization Fund use by $585,000 with $.01 real‑estate tax rate increase (thumbs up)
• Approved fully funding the Main Street Program request (thumbs up)
• Discussed hiring slowdown and increasing turnover credit from $400,000 to $700,000 (no formal vote)
• Discussed potential cuts to non‑mandated expenditures and impact on CSA, library, and other services (no formal vote)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board postponed consideration of the 1407 Caroline Street application (COA 2501‑0097) to the May 12, 2025 meeting. No other applications were decided; the board only received comments from the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation on the Sophia Street projects.

• Deferred 1407 Caroline Street project (COA 2501‑0097) to May 12, 2025

Economic Development Authority

The board approved an additional $20,949.01 to cover the 50% match for two FRA studies, passing 7‑0. No funds were invoiced for the Dominion Energy Letter of Authorization, so the $200,000 allocation remains in the Opportunity Fund. The agenda and both sets of meeting minutes were also approved unanimously.

• Agenda approved after moving item 8 to 13 (6-0)
• February 10, 2025 minutes approved (7-0)
• March 10, 2025 minutes approved (7-0)
• Funding increase of $20,949.01 for FRA studies approved (7-0)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda with a 7‑0 vote. No other motions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded. The meeting included updates on Area 8, the Capital Improvement Plan, and the Comprehensive Plan, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

City Council

The City Council approved an amendment to the 2015 Comprehensive Plan to adopt a new Small Area Plan for Planning Area 5 (D25‑156 thru D25‑157). The amendment updates the city’s planning framework for that area. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted amendment to 2015 Comprehensive Plan for new Small Area Plan, Planning Area 5 (no vote tally recorded)

City Council

The City Council gave a thumbs‑up to increase SPCA funding by $2,500, taking the money from the contingency fund. Proposals to fully fund Hope House ($45,000) and Empowerhouse ($29,000) by reducing funding to the Thurman Brisben Center, and to fund about $115,000 for the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board, were discussed but no vote was recorded. No regulatory actions on tobacco, vape, or tattoo businesses were decided.

• Approved $2,500 SPCA funding increase (thumbs up)
• Discussed Hope House and Empowerhouse funding reallocation (no vote recorded)
• Discussed $115,000 funding for Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (no vote recorded)
• No decision made on tobacco/vape or tattoo use regulations

Planning Commission

The CIP Committee reviewed the City Manager’s proposed FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan budget. Members discussed next steps for the Planning Commission’s final recommendation to the City Manager and City Council. A full discussion is scheduled for the regular Planning Commission meeting on April 9, and a conference call is planned for April 11 to finalize the recommendation. No formal actions or votes were taken.

Local Board of Fire Prevention Code Appeals

The board approved the June 15, 2023 meeting minutes. Members elected John Mersiovsky as Chairman and Chris Huie as Vice‑Chairman. Both the Local Board of Building Code Appeals and Local Board of Fire Prevention Code Appeals bylaws were amended to add ordinance 10‑213A, term limits, and correct numbering, and the revised bylaws were adopted. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 15, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected John Mersiovsky as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Chris Huie as Vice‑Chairman (unanimous)
• Amended both bylaws to include ordinance 10‑213A, term limits, and numbering corrections (unanimous)
• Adopted the revised LBBCA and LBFPCA bylaws (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Local Board of Building Code Appeals

The board elected John Mersiovsky as Chairman and Chris Huie as Vice‑Chairman, each by unanimous verbal vote. It approved the original LBBCA and LBFPCA bylaws and then unanimously amended both to add ordinance 10‑213A, term‑limit language, and correct numbering. The revised bylaws were adopted unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned at 1:58 pm.

• John Mersiovsky elected Chairman (unanimous)
• Chris Huie elected Vice‑Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved LBBCA and LBFPCA bylaws (unanimous)
• Amended both bylaws to add ordinance 10‑213A, term limits, and numbering correction (unanimous)
• Adopted revised bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes from June 15 2023 (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn made by Farrell, seconded by Colombo; meeting adjourned at 1:58 pm

Electoral Board

The board approved the agenda (with two typographical corrections) and approved the March 4 and March 10 meeting minutes without changes. It unanimously adopted the Standards of Conduct for Election and Registration Officials presented at the VEBA conference. The board also voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss election‑security matters and deferred consideration of Officer of Election applicants until more candidates are available.

• Approved agenda with two changes (unanimous)
• Approved March 4 and March 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Standards of Conduct for Election and Registration Officials (unanimous)
• Authorized closed session to discuss election security (unanimous)
• Deferred consideration of Officer of Election applicants (decision to defer)
• Set next meeting for May 6, 2025

City Council

The City Council and School Board presented their FY 2026 financial plans and discussed the $12 million holdback, including about $3 million for schools. Council members asked questions about a proposed behavior‑support classroom, staffing, and funding gaps for Title I and Head Start programs. Suggestions were made to reallocate $25,650 from Thurman Brisben to the Lois Anne Hope House, but no formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Fredericksburg Planning Commission held a meeting on March 26, 2025 to present a draft update of the city’s Comprehensive Plan. The presentation covered the plan’s purpose, timeline, community engagement activities, and chapter outlines for topics such as mobility, housing, historic preservation, and open space. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The Council unanimously approved Resolution 25‑20, an agreement with Fredericksburg City Public Schools for shared use of facilities and grounds. It also unanimously adopted Resolution 25‑19 to commit unassigned general fund balances to various purposes. Additionally, the Council appointed Thomas Johnson to the Planning Commission with a 5‑0 vote and extended his term through his first term with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution 25‑20 (school facilities sharing) – Ayes 7, Nays 0
• Approved Resolution 25‑19 (commit unassigned general fund balances) – Ayes 7, Nays 0
• Appointed Thomas Johnson to Planning Commission – Ayes 5, Nays 0
• Extended Thomas Johnson’s term through first term – Ayes 7, Nays 0
• Approved closed session for litigation consultation – Ayes 7, Nays 0
• Certified closed meeting – Ayes 6, Nays 0
• Approved consent agenda – Ayes 5, Nays 2

City Council

The council reviewed FY 2026 budget items, capital improvement plans, police vehicle needs, and tax rate proposals. It agreed to advertise a $0.06 increase in the real estate tax rate. No other actions were formally approved, denied, or tabled during the session.

• Agreed to advertise $.06 increase in the Real Estate Tax rate

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board met on March 24, 2025 with a quorum of five members and approved the agenda as written. The board held a pre‑application discussion with the applicant about the proposed work at 801 Sophia Street, covering facade coating, drainage, wood trim, a new landing, electrical and AC changes, and the marquee. No formal approvals, denials, or votes on the project were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

• Approved agenda as written

Recreation Commission

The Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the December 5, 2024 meeting by unanimous vote. No other formal actions were recorded; the discussion on orientation materials was postponed to the next meeting. The commission received updates on master plans, a school memorandum of use, tree‑planting authority, budget constraints, street‑closure policy, the Park Steward program, and the new mascot.

• Approved Dec. 5, 2024 minutes (unanimous)