Greene County, Virginia

Board of Supervisors

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Planning Commission

Board of Supervisors

Board of Supervisors

Planning Commission

Board of Supervisors

Board of Supervisors

Planning Commission

Board of Supervisors

Board of Supervisors

General

Planning Commission

Board of Supervisors

Planning Commission

Board of Supervisors

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold work sessions regarding a proposed rezone and special use permit for the Advanced Autonomous Systems Research Campus. The body will also review a draft ordinance for mobile food and service units and conduct a Comprehensive Plan review.

• Proposed rezone and special use permit for Advanced Autonomous Systems Research Campus
• Draft ordinance for Mobile Food & Service Units (OR26-002)
• Comprehensive Plan review including branding and future land use surveys
• Ruckersville Advisory Committee update
• Town of Stanardsville update

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a budget amendment for water projects and fire company payments. Members will also discuss a request to petition for a 1% local sales tax for school construction.

• Public hearing for supplemental appropriation of $3 million for 2026 water projects
• Public hearing for $210,000 payment to Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company for truck payment
• Discussion on petitioning for a 1% local sales tax for school construction and capital improvements
• Resolution to advertise bidding for the Stanardsville Wastewater Treatment Plant Closure Project
• Resolution directing the Planning Commission to review the Comprehensive Plan

Board of Supervisors

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Grange Commons, LLC to operate a church and private school. The body will also hold a work session on zoning amendments and review survey findings for the 2028 Comprehensive Plan.

• Special Use Permit request for a church and K-8 school at the intersection of Fredericksburg Road and Seminole Trail (SUP26-003)
• Work session on zoning ordinance amendments for manufactured homes
• Work session on zoning ordinance amendments for mobile food and service units
• Review of 2028 Comprehensive Plan survey responses and priority report
• Review of Growth Area Expansion community input from the June 6, 2026, Bear Festival

School Board

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a performance bonus ordinance and a $1.1 million supplemental school appropriation. The board will also vote on the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, approve VDOT plans, and consider increasing Emergency Medical Services revenue recovery rates.

• Public hearing on employee performance bonus ordinance
• Public hearing on $1,102,506.00 school supplemental appropriation
• Vote to adopt Fiscal Year 2027 budget
• Approval of VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan for FY2027–2032
• Resolution to increase Emergency Medical Services revenue recovery rates

The Board entered a closed meeting to discuss personnel matters and then returned to open session. It unanimously approved a performance‑bonus ordinance limited to employees reimbursed by the Commonwealth Compensation Board. The Board also approved a $1,102,506 supplemental appropriation for Greene County Public Schools and adopted the FY 2027 budget. Additional approvals included the VDOT secondary road plan, a consent agenda, and a resolution to explore a special‑use permit for the Stanardsville Wastewater Treatment Plant site.

• Approved closed meeting resolution to discuss personnel matters (unanimous)
• Approved performance‑bonus ordinance for Compensation Board reimbursed employees (unanimous)
• Approved $1,102,506 school supplement appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved VDOT Secondary Six‑Year Plan and FY 2027 construction budget (unanimous)
• Appropriated FY 2027 County budget (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including emergency services revenue rates and copier contracts (unanimous)
• Approved resolution of intent to explore special‑use permit for wastewater plant property (unanimous)
• Returned to open meeting after closed session (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a Special User Permit for livestock on Maple Creek Road. Members will also conduct a joint workshop with the Planning Commission to begin updating the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing for livestock permit on 16 acres of grazeable land on Maple Creek Road
• Resolution to allocate $214,844.00 from Department of Homeland Security to Sheriff's Office for 287(g) program
• Resolution to allocate $127,787.20 in FY2026 opioid settlement and insurance recovery payments
• Acceptance of Longford Drive, Rosslare Court, and Wexford Ridge Road into VDOT Secondary System
• Purchase of an additional Quick Response Vehicle for Emergency Medical Services

The Board unanimously approved a special use permit allowing livestock on approximately 16 acres of grazeable land on Maple Creek Road, with a condition that at least two acres be designated for range. The permit was adopted after a public hearing with no speakers. The Board also approved several items on the consent agenda, including funding allocations and road adoption.

• Approved special use permit for livestock on 16 acres (unanimous roll call)
• Approved consent agenda resolution allocating $214,844 to Sheriff's Office for 287(g) program (unanimous roll call)
• Approved consent agenda resolution adopting Longford Drive, Rosslare Court, and Wexford Ridge Road into VDOT secondary system (unanimous roll call)
• Approved consent agenda resolution allocating $127,727.20 from opioid settlement payments (unanimous roll call)
• Approved purchase of an additional Quick Response Vehicle for EMS (unanimous roll call)
• Approved resolution allowing County Administrator to sign VDH letter for occupant improvements (unanimous roll call)
• Appointed Robbie Morris to Piedmont Virginia Community College Board (unanimous roll call)
• Appointed Matthew Sweetanos and Rachel Clancy to Greene County Economic Development Authority Board (unanimous roll call)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a special use permit for livestock on a 48-acre property on Maple Creek Road. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes and updates on local planning matters.

• Public Hearing: Victoria L. Morris seeks special use permit for livestock on 48 acres at TMP #38-(A)-39
• Approval of May 18, 2026, Planning Commission minutes
• Approval of March 18, 2026, Town of Stanardsville Planning Commission minutes
• Ruckersville Advisory Committee and Town of Stanardsville updates
• Update of Development Activity

School Board

Board of Supervisors

The Board will vote on the fiscal policy for Greene County Public Schools surplus funds and adopt the county budget for Fiscal Year 2027. A public hearing will consider the proposed Secondary Six‑Year Road Plan and construction budget for FY 2027‑2032. The consent agenda includes approval of a Safe Streets for All grant to purchase rescue tools for Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Company’s new truck and ending the local emergency burn ban.

• Public hearing on the proposed Secondary Six‑Year Plan for FY 2027‑2032 and the Secondary System Construction Budget for FY 2027
• Adoption of a fiscal policy for Greene County Public Schools surplus funds
• Adoption of the budget for Fiscal Year 2027
• Resolution to approve the Safe Streets for All Grant application to purchase rescue tools for Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Company’s new truck
• Resolution to end the local emergency burn ban

The Board adopted the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and added new contingency language by a 4-1 vote. It also adopted a new school surplus fund policy, deferred the Secondary Six-Year Plan to June 9, and authorized a public hearing on a compensation bonus for certain employees. Additional actions included two board appointments and approval of two proclamations.

• Adopted FY 2027 budget amendment (4-1)
• Adopted school surplus fund policy (unanimous)
• Deferred Secondary Six-Year Plan to June 9, 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized advertisement for public hearing on compensation bonus (unanimous)
• Appointed Martha Ledford to Jefferson‑Madison Regional Library Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Bill Henry to the Tourism Board (unanimous)
• Approved National EMS Week proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation recognizing former intern Will Morris (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and Capital Improvement Plan, and will adopt the tax rates for 2026. The meeting includes a closed session and the adoption of several resolutions, including a local emergency burn ban and the renewal of a lease with AT&T.

• Public hearing on FY 2027 budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Public hearing and adoption of 2026 tax rates
• Resolution to enact a local emergency burn ban
• Notice of Intent to Award IFB 2026-005 Tipping Shed Flooring
• Notice of Intent to Award IFB 2026-007 HVAC Replacement at Courthouse

The Board entered and exited a closed meeting by unanimous vote, approved a proclamation naming May Older Americans Month, and adopted the meeting agenda unanimously. A resolution enacting the Personal Property Tax Relief Act of 1998 was adopted unanimously. The 2026 real estate tax rates were passed by a 3‑2 vote, and the consent agenda—including an emergency burn ban, AT&T lease renewal, several IFB award notices, and a DCJS grant—was approved unanimously.

• Authorized closed meeting discussion (unanimous)
• Approved Older Americans Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Personal Property Tax Relief Act resolution (unanimous)
• Passed 2026 real estate tax rates: three‑cent increase per $100 (3‑2)
• Approved consent agenda items: emergency burn ban, AT&T lease renewal, IFB 2026‑005, IFB 2026‑007, IFB 2026‑008, DCJS grant (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 15, 2026, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to Chapter 31 of the Code of Ordinances concerning water and sewers. The meeting includes a priorities workshop with the Planning Commission and the appropriation of grant and donation funds.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 31 – Water and Sewers of the Code of Ordinances
• Appropriation of $8,793.00 in grant funds from the Library of Virginia
• Appropriation of $42,516.29 in donations for several departments
• Resolution to execute a reassessment contract with Vision Government Solutions

The Board approved changes to Chapter 31 of the Greene County Code, adopting a 3% water and sewer rate increase and other fee adjustments. The resolution was adopted by unanimous roll‑call vote. The Board also approved the consent agenda items, including grant and donation appropriations, a reassessment contract, and an update to the P‑card signatories.

• Adopted revised Chapter 31 water and sewer rate ordinance (3% increase) – unanimous roll call vote
• Approved $8,793.00 Library of Virginia grant appropriation – unanimous roll call vote
• Approved $42,516.29 donation and fine/fee revenue appropriation – unanimous roll call vote
• Approved change of P‑card signatory to Lindsey Mucherino – unanimous roll call vote
• Approved resolution to allow County Administrator to execute $327,185 reassessment contract with Vision Government Solutions – unanimous roll call vote
• Entered and exited a closed meeting on personnel and legal matters – unanimous roll call votes
• Adopted agenda as presented – unanimous roll call vote
• Approved consent agenda items (previous minutes, resolutions, signatory change) – unanimous roll call vote

School Board

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a budget discussion. County Administrator Cathy Schafrik will present the county’s budget. No specific budget items or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Budget discussion – presentation by County Administrator Cathy Schafrik

The Greene County Board of Supervisors met on March 26, 2026 and held a Budget Town Hall on the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The County Administrator presented the budget and the board answered audience questions. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Greene County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold its regular meeting and conduct standard procedural steps, including electing officers. The board will consider approval of the draft minutes from the January 22, 2025 meeting. No public hearing is scheduled. The agenda also includes review of a draft by‑law and a FOIA/COIA packet.

• Approval of January 22, 2025 draft minutes
• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Review of draft by‑law
• Review of FOIA/COIA packet
• No public hearing scheduled

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution approving the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act Plan merger for Orange, Madison, and Greene counties. The meeting also includes a public‑water and sewer connection appeal, contract award notices for mowing, snow removal, and on‑call engineering services, and a resolution appointing members to the Rivanna River Basin Commission.

• Resolution to approve the Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act Plan Merger for the Counties of Orange, Madison, and Greene
• Consideration of appeal regarding public water and sewer connection requirements
• Notice of Intent to Award Mowing and Snow Removal Contract
• Notice of Intent to Award On‑Call Engineering Contract
• Resolution to appoint Marie Durrer and Tim Goolsby to the Rivanna River Basin Commission for calendar year 2026

The Greene County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution opposing the state’s mandatory collective bargaining legislation. The Board also denied an appeal to allow a business to use wells instead of public water and sewer connections. Additional actions included appointing two members to the Tourism Council, adopting a National Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation, rescinding and substituting a Second Amendment resolution, and appointing two supervisors to the Rivanna River Basin Commission.

• Approved resolution opposing mandatory collective bargaining legislation (unanimous)
• Denied appeal regarding public water and sewer connection requirements (unanimous)
• Appointed Adrianna Taylor and Lauren Kohls to the Tourism Council (unanimous)
• Approved National Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Rescinded March 10, 2026 Second Amendment resolution and substituted new one (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, removing items b and g for further discussion (unanimous)
• Appointed Tim Goolsby and Marie Durrer to the Rivanna River Basin Commission (unanimous)
• Approved resolution directing Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee to undertake educational initiatives (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will discuss a Comprehensive Plan update focused on core themes and a branding framework for public engagement, as well as updates from the Ruckersville Advisory Committee, town information, and recent development activity. The Town of Stanardsville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed amendment TOS OR25-002 to Article VIII signs, reviewing staff reports and multiple draft versions of the amendment.

• Comprehensive Plan Update – Core Themes and Branding Framework for Public Engagement (Greene County)
• Ruckersville Advisory Committee update (Greene County)
• Public hearing on TOS OR25-002 Amend Article VIII Signs (Town of Stanardsville)
• Staff Report on Article VIII Signs amendment (Town of Stanardsville)
• Review of Article VIII Signs redline draft, clean draft, attorney changes, and resolution (Town of Stanardsville)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a budget workshop followed by a special meeting to authorize the 2026 tax rate. The agenda includes a general budget discussion and an adjournment.

• Budget workshop and general discussion
• Special meeting to authorize 2026 tax rate

The Board voted unanimously to adopt a resolution authorizing the 2026 tax rates of $0.72 per $100 of real estate value, $0.72 per $100 for the Public Services Corporation, $4.00 per $100 for personal property, $0.00 for farm machinery & livestock, and $2.50 per $100 for industrial machinery & tools. In a separate unanimous vote, the Board approved a resolution allowing the County Administrator to advertise those tax rates for the calendar year 2026 (Fiscal Year 2027).

• Approved tax rate resolution: Real Estate $0.72, Public Services Corp $0.72, Personal Property $4.00, Farm Machinery & Livestock $0.00, Industrial Machinery & Tools $2.50 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising resolution for 2026 tax rates (unanimous)

School Board

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will reconvene after a closed session to certify its proceedings and take action on items including the approval of a $11,133.14 refund and the authorization of 2026 tax rates.

• Approval to apply for Spring 2026 Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant
• Authorization of 2026 tax rates
• Refund of $11,133.14 due to IFTA report adjustments
• Reaffirmation of support for the Second Amendment
• Discussion of volunteer firefighters incentive program

The Board entered a closed meeting to discuss exempt matters, then returned to open session and adopted the agenda. It approved the consent agenda, substituted an updated Second Amendment resolution, and approved a Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant for new EMS equipment. The Board deferred the 2026 tax‑rate authorization to a March 12 meeting and postponed further discussion of a volunteer firefighters incentive program.

• Authorized closed‑meeting discussion of exempt matters (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous roll call)
• Approved consent agenda with item “b” removed (unanimous roll call)
• Substituted updated Second Amendment resolution (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant for two stretchers and two stair chairs (unanimous roll call)
• Deferred authorization of 2026 tax rates to March 12, 2026 (unanimous roll call)
• Postponed further discussion of volunteer firefighters incentive program (unanimous roll call)
• No action taken on stormwater management funding request (unanimous roll call)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hear the FY 2027 Capital Improvement Plan from the Planning & Zoning Director. Several department heads will present their FY 2027 budget proposals, including Jaunt, Water and Sewer, Social Services, and Emergency Services. The meeting will include general discussion of the overall budget before adjourning.

• FY 2027 Capital Improvement Plan presentation
• Jaunt FY 2027 budget presentation
• Water and Sewer FY 2027 budget presentation
• Social Services FY 2027 budget presentation
• Emergency Services FY 2027 EMS budget presentation

The Board of Supervisors voted to oppose the state collective bargaining proposal and the Chair agreed to sign the letter. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote. No other budget or policy items were formally approved.

• Board agreed to sign letter opposing state collective bargaining proposal (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a budget workshop featuring presentations from the County Administrator and School Superintendent. The meeting also includes a special session to approve resolutions for FY2027 Community Project Funding applications.

• Resolution for bi-directional antenna project funding
• Resolution for water main improvements funding
• Resolution for heavy duty lift for Vehicle Maintenance Facility funding
• Resolution for old EMS building renovation funding
• FY 2027 Budget presentations from County and School Board

The Greene County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved resolutions to submit grant applications for a bi‑directional amplifier project in schools, water‑main improvements in western Greene County and Stanardsville, a heavy‑duty lift for the vehicle maintenance facility, and renovation of the old EMS building. Each motion received a roll‑call vote of Yes from all five supervisors. The approvals allow the County Administrator to file the applications for FY2027 Community Project Funding.

• Approved resolution to submit bi‑directional amplifier project for FY27 Community Project Funding (Steve Catalano – Yes, Marie Durrer – Yes, Tim Goolsby – Yes, Matthew Hartung – Yes, Davis Lamb – Yes)
• Approved resolution to submit water main improvements for FY27 Community Project Funding (Steve Catalano – Yes, Marie Durrer – Yes, Tim Goolsby – Yes, Matthew Hartung – Yes, Davis Lamb – Yes)
• Approved resolution to submit purchase of heavy‑duty lift for vehicle maintenance facility for FY27 Community Project Funding (Steve Catalano – Yes, Marie Durrer – Yes, Tim Goolsby – Yes, Matthew Hartung – Yes, Davis Lamb – Yes)
• Approved resolution to submit renovation of old EMS building for FY27 Community Project Funding (Steve Catalano – Yes, Marie Durrer – Yes, Tim Goolsby – Yes, Matthew Hartung – Yes, Davis Lamb – Yes)

School Board

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to Articles 22 and 16 of the Greene County Zoning Ordinance affecting farm wineries, farm breweries, limited distilleries, and events at agricultural operations. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with routine items, a request for a $6,339.49 refund to a qualified disabled veteran, and a resolution to apply for the FY2027 SRO grant. Additional updates on water projects and VDOT will be presented.

• Public hearing on zoning ordinance amendments for farm wineries, breweries, distilleries, and agricultural events
• Refund request of $6,339.49 for a qualified disabled veteran
• Resolution to end the local emergency from winter storm Fern (Jan 24‑26, 2026)
• Approval to apply for the FY2027 SRO grant opportunity
• Guidance discussion for Community Project Funding and Congressionally Directed Spending applications

The Board entered a closed meeting, then returned to an open meeting, and adopted the agenda, all by unanimous roll‑call votes. It appointed Chelsie Wilson to the Community Project Management Team, reappointed Peter Costigan to the JABA Board of Directors, appointed Brenda Jarrell to the JABA Advisory Council, and named Marie Durrer as interim at‑large supervisor until a special election on Nov. 3, 2026. All actions were approved by unanimous roll‑call votes.

• Entered closed meeting (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Returned to open meeting (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Appointed Chelsie Wilson to CMPT (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Reappointed Peter Costigan to JABA Board (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Appointed Brenda Jarrell to JABA Advisory Council (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Appointed Marie Durrer as interim at‑large supervisor (unanimous roll‑call vote)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will discuss Comprehensive Plan outreach, branding, and a joint session memo. The Town of Stanardsville Planning Commission will hold a work session regarding sign regulations under OR25-002 Article VIII.

• Comprehensive Plan Public Outreach Memo
• Comprehensive Plan Branding and Theme Concepts
• Draft Memo for Joint Session
• Work Session on OR25-002 Article VIII Signs
• Ruckersville Advisory Committee update

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting after correcting a misspelled name. Jason Snow moved to approve, Mark Kelpe seconded, and all four commissioners present voted aye. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved January 21, 2026 minutes with name correction (4‑aye vote)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will conduct a closed meeting as required by Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711 (a, 1‑7). No agenda items will be acted upon after the closed session. The meeting will follow standard procedural steps and adjourn afterward.

The Board voted unanimously to enter a closed session to interview candidates for the at-large Board of Supervisors seat. After the closed session, the Board voted unanimously to return to an open meeting. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Entered closed meeting (unanimous roll call vote)
• Returned to open meeting (unanimous roll call vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous roll call vote)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to discuss condemning property for an underground waterline. The board will also vote to end a local emergency declared for winter weather and consider a refund for a disabled veteran.

• Public hearing on condemning property for an underground waterline
• Vote to end local emergency from winter weather
• Approval of $6,339.49 refund for a qualified disabled veteran
• Presentation on additional transportation service via grant
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

School Board

School Board

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a budget workshop and a public hearing regarding an agricultural district request. The meeting includes a consent agenda approving opioid settlement funds and a local emergency declaration.

• Budget Priorities Workshop
• Public Hearing for James Agricultural and Forestal District
• Appropriate $16,294.00 in opioid settlement funds
• Accept $125,000.00 for flooding resilience plan
• Resolution declaring a local emergency for winter weather

The Board adopted a resolution to place an approximately 81‑acre parcel at 200 Welsh Run Road into the James River Agricultural and Forestal District, with a unanimous Yes vote. It also authorized a closed meeting, returned to an open meeting, directed the County Attorney to file a special election writ for the at‑large supervisor seat, and approved the consent agenda items including opioid settlement funds, a flood‑resilience plan, and a winter‑weather emergency declaration. The agenda and other routine items were adopted unanimously.

• Authorized closed meeting to discuss personnel, litigation, and property acquisition (unanimous Yes)
• Returned to open meeting (unanimous Yes)
• Directed filing of a Writ of Special Election for Nov. 3, 2026 (unanimous Yes)
• Approved resolution adding ~81 acres (Parcel 59‑A‑77) to James River Agricultural and Forestal District (unanimous Yes)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous Yes)
• Approved consent agenda items: opioid settlement funds $16,294, flood‑resilience plan $125,000, winter‑weather emergency declaration (unanimous Yes)
• Adopted annual Local Government Agreement with Blue Ridge Health District (unanimous Yes)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous Yes)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will conduct a closed meeting under Virginia Code §2.2‑3711. No public agenda items or decisions are scheduled; the meeting will consist of procedural actions such as certifying the closed session and adjourning.

The Board voted unanimously to direct staff to begin advertising the application process for selecting an interim at‑large supervisor and to prepare for interviews. Applications will be accepted from Jan. 29 to Feb. 12, with interviews scheduled for Feb. 16 and a closed‑session deliberation on Feb. 24. The Board also set a timeline for public notice of candidates before the appointment vote.

• Directed staff to begin advertising interim supervisor application process (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous roll‑call vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for January 28, 2026, has been postponed to February 25, 2026, due to inclement weather. The original agenda included the election of officers and a review of board by-laws.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Review of Board of Zoning Appeals By-Laws

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for an 81.51‑acre parcel at 200 Welsh Run Road to be included in the James Agricultural and Forestal District. The meeting includes a budget priorities workshop and several consent agenda items, such as allocating opioid settlement funds and approving flood‑resilience funding. Additional presentations will cover a water project update, Shenandoah National Park matters, and the FY 2025 audit.

• Public hearing: rezoning request for Parcel 59-(A)-77, 200 Welsh Run Road, 81.51 acres, A‑1 to James Agricultural District (AFD#25‑001)
• Approve $16,294.00 opioid settlement funds to Department of Social Services
• Approve $125,000.00 state and local funds for countywide flooding resilience plan
• Adopt annual Local Government Agreement with Blue Ridge Health District
• Declare local emergency for winter weather Jan 24‑26, 2026

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission and the Town of Stanardsville Planning Commission will meet to elect officers and review their respective by-laws. The county body will also review the Comprehensive Plan scope and a yearly executive summary.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, and Liaisons for Greene County
• Review of County Planning Commission By-Laws
• Comprehensive Plan Scope Review
• Election of officers for Town of Stanardsville Planning Commission
• Review of Town of Stanardsville Planning Commission By-Laws

The Greene County Planning Commission elected John McCloskey as chairman and Mark Kelpe as vice chairman, and confirmed Cristy Snead as secretary. The commission approved a bylaws amendment that changes the interval between the second public‑hearing advertisement and the meeting from seven days to five days. All votes recorded were unanimous (5‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Elected John McCloskey as Chairman (5‑0)
• Elected Mark Kelpe as Vice Chairman (5‑0)
• Confirmed Cristy Snead as Secretary (5‑0)
• Approved liaison to Town of Stanardsville (selected and approved)
• Approved liaison to Ruckersville Advisory Committee (selected and approved)
• Approved liaison to Economic Development Authority (selected and approved)
• Approved bylaws amendment reducing advertisement interval to five days (5‑0)

School Board

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board will hold a public hearing on a resolution to add $12 million in Commonwealth grant funds to the FY 2026 budget for water projects. The meeting also includes a closed session for matters under Virginia Code §2.2‑3711 and a consent agenda covering several grant appropriations and a lease authorization for American Tower. Additional items include board reorganization, appointments, and updates.

• Public hearing on $12 million supplemental appropriation for water projects
• Resolution authorizing County Administrator to sign lease for American Tower
• Appropriation of $45,447.59 from Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant
• Appropriation of $137,515.00 from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement grant
• Resolution to allocate $52,892.34 for matching funds and equipment accessories

Board of Supervisors

General

The Greene County Agricultural and Forestal District Committee will hold a work session. The committee is reviewing the existing criteria used to determine what constitutes a bona fide agricultural operation at the request of the Board of Supervisors.

• Review of agricultural operation definition criteria