Greene County public meetings in 2021

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to discuss RSA litigation and Board appointments. The agenda includes a closed session under Virginia law, followed by an open meeting to reconvene, certify the closed session, and take any actions. An RSA update is also scheduled.

• Closed meeting under Code of Virginia Section 2.2-3711 (a, 1-7)
• RSA litigation discussion
• Board appointments
• RSA update

The Board of Supervisors met and entered closed session to discuss RSA Board appointments and litigation, then returned to open session. They accepted Ron Williams' resignation from the Rapidan Service Authority Board and appointed Steve Bowman to fill the unexpired term ending June 24, 2022. The board also received an update on ongoing RSA litigation, noting an interlocutory appeal and stay. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Entered closed meeting to discuss RSA Board appointment and litigation (5-0)
• Returned to open meeting (5-0)
• Certified closed meeting compliance (5-0)
• Appointed Steve Bowman to RSA Board for unexpired term ending June 24, 2022 (4-0, Bowman abstained)

Emergency Services Advisory Board

The Greene County Emergency Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine updates and several substantive items, including a draft Fire Rescue Policy, a fire chief/ordinance discussion, and ARPA funding in advance of a January 11, 2022 Board of Supervisors meeting. The agenda also includes reports from county staff and volunteer fire and EMS agencies.

• Draft Fire Rescue Policy discussion
• Fire Chief / Ordinance Discussion
• ARPA Funding / January 11, 2022 Board of Supervisors Meeting
• Rapidan Service Authority / Hydrant Update
• County Procurement

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Haley Chisholm & Morris, Inc./Crisom Rock Capital, LLC for a special use permit to operate 144 tourist lodging units with accessory uses including a restaurant, pool, spa, and meeting facility on approximately 99.58 acres in the A-1 Agricultural Zoning District. The commission will also conduct a work session on agriculture/forestry and natural resources/environment chapters, and receive updates on development activity and advisory committee matters.

• Special use permit (SUP#21-007) for 144 tourist lodging units, restaurant, pool, spa, and meeting facility on TMP# 26-(A)-27 & 28, Dyke Road and Mutton Hollow Road
• Public work session on Agriculture and Forestry chapter
• Public work session on Natural Resources and Environment chapter
• Approval of November 17, 2021 minutes
• Update on development activity

The Greene County Planning Commission recommended denial of a special use permit for a 144-unit tourist lodging development (Sojourner Retreat) on Dyke Road and Mutton Hollow Road, voting 3-2. The commission also approved updates to the Agriculture and Forestry and Natural Resources and Environment chapters of the Comprehensive Plan during a work session.

• Recommended denial of SUP#21-007 for 144 tourist lodging units (3-2)
• Approved Agriculture and Forestry chapter of Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Approved Natural Resources and Environment chapter with changes (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a proposed rezone of property on Spotswood Trail and Carpenters Mill Road from Senior Residential to Planned Unit Development, a VDOT project to add a turn lane on Route 29, and a resolution regarding Greene County's separation from the Rapidan Service Authority. The board will also receive updates on COVID-19, EMS, VDOT, and redistricting, and consider consent agenda items including grant appropriations and ending the local emergency declaration.

• Public hearing on rezone of Woodpark, LLC and Dean Collier, LLC property from SR to PUD with proffers
• Public hearing on adding full turn lane on Route 29 northbound near Stoneridge Drive to Secondary Six-Year Plan
• Public hearing on resolution to separate Greene County from Rapidan Service Authority
• Resolution to appropriate $12,513 for Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board start-up funds
• Consent agenda: accept $2,381 for Litter Prevention grant and $1,623 for Law Enforcement Block Grant

The Greene County Board of Supervisors approved advertising Map 3 for redistricting, which maintains four districts plus the Town of Stanardsville and keeps the At-Large position. The Board also reappointed Pete Costigan to the Jefferson Area Board for Aging and appointed Mark Kelpe, Angela Hawkins, and Ron Williams to the Planning Commission. A request to rezone property from Senior Residential to Planned Unit Development was deferred at the applicant's request. The Board also approved several resolutions, including appropriating funds for the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board and ending a local emergency.

• Approved advertising Map 3 for redistricting for public hearing (5-0)
• Reappointed Pete Costigan to Jefferson Area Board for Aging (5-0)
• Appointed Mark Kelpe to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Angela Hawkins to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed Ron Williams to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,381 litter grant and $1,623 law enforcement grant (5-0)
• Approved adding Route 29 turn lane project to Secondary Six-Year Plan (5-0)
• Approved concurrent resolution for Rapidan Service Authority withdrawal (5-0)

Training Facility Subcommittee

The Greene County Training Facility Subcommittee is meeting to begin initial discussion regarding a Greene County Public Safety Training Facility. The agenda includes only the call to order, agenda adoption, this initial discussion, setting the next meeting date, and adjournment, so no decisions or proposals are on the table yet.

• Initial discussion regarding the Greene County Public Safety Training Facility

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a request to rezone approximately 172 acres from Senior Residential to Planned Unit Development, and on a proposed ordinance to allow Rural Enterprise Centers in the A-1 Agricultural District. The commission will also review the Comprehensive Plan and receive updates on development activity.

• Rezone request RZ#21-003 by Woodpark, LLC and Dean Collier, LLC for three parcels on Spotswood Trail and Carpenters Mill Road
• Ordinance revision OR#21-004 to add Rural Enterprise Centers to A-1 Agricultural District by special use permit
• Public work session on Agriculture and Forestry and Natural Resources sections of the Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of October 20, 2021 minutes
• Updates from Ruckersville Advisory Committee and Town of Stanardsville

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend denial of RZ#21-003, a request by Woodpark, LLC and Dean Collier, LLC to rezone approximately 172 acres on Spotswood Trail and Carpenters Mill Road from Senior Residential (SR) with proffers to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with proffers. The commission cited incompatibility with available county resources to support increased traffic and school children. The commission also voted 5-0 to recommend denial of ordinance revision OR#21-004, which would have added Rural Enterprise Centers to the A-1 Agricultural District by special use permit, finding it not in line with the comprehensive plan. Both recommendations go to the Board of Supervisors for final action.

• Recommended denial of RZ#21-003 (rezone 172 acres to PUD) by 5-0 vote, citing incompatibility with county resources.
• Recommended denial of OR#21-004 (Rural Enterprise Centers in A-1 district) by 5-0 vote, citing conflict with comprehensive plan.
• Agreed to have Chairman Willer write a paragraph adding trends to the Agriculture and Forestry chapter of the Comprehensive Plan.
• Agreed to add support for all Greene County farmer's markets to the Comprehensive Plan.
• Requested staff provide specific examples for Comprehensive Plan chapters by December 1, 2021.
• Discussed adding a section on keeping animals out of streams and ponds on farms.
• Discussed advertising Agricultural Forestal Districts to new county residents.

Emergency Services Advisory Board

The Greene County Emergency Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine updates and several ongoing items, including a draft fire rescue policy, a fire chief/ordinance discussion, a hydrant discussion with the Rapidan Service Authority, and a fire study. The agenda is largely procedural, with departmental reports and subcommittee updates, but includes these substantive policy discussions.

• Draft Fire Rescue Policy discussion
• Fire Chief / Ordinance Discussion
• Rapidan Service Authority / Hydrant Discussion
• Fire Study Discussion
• By-Laws Discussion

Emergency Services Advisory Board

The Greene County Emergency Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine updates and several ongoing items, including a draft fire rescue policy, a fire chief/ordinance discussion, and a fire study. The agenda is largely procedural, with departmental reports and subcommittee updates, but includes substantive discussions on fire-related policies and by-laws.

• Draft Fire Rescue Policy discussion
• Fire Chief / Ordinance Discussion
• Fire Study Discussion
• By-Laws Discussion
• Rapidan Service Authority / Hydrant Discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to impose a $0.40 per pack cigarette tax effective January 1, 2022, and another to allow premium pay bonuses for qualified employees using ARPA funds. The board will also consider resolutions to carry over proffers, finance vehicle purchases, and approve a regional legislative program, along with receiving a fire study report and COVID update.

• Public hearing: ordinance to impose $0.40 per pack cigarette tax effective Jan 1, 2022
• Public hearing: ordinance to allow premium pay bonuses for qualified employees using ARPA funds
• Resolution to carryover and appropriate $533,822.65 from unused proffer balances from FY21 to FY22
• Resolution to authorize financing for purchase of vehicles
• First review: opioid abatement/settlement participation and MOU (tentative action Dec 14, 2021)

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a $0.40 per pack cigarette tax effective January 1, 2022, and authorized $458,589 in premium pay bonuses for county employees using ARPA funds and state funds. The board also declared a local emergency due to a COVID-19 outbreak in the EMS department, approved participation in the national opioid settlement, and accepted a fire study report with recommendations for future action.

• Approved $0.40/pack cigarette tax ordinance (5-0)
• Approved $406,917 ARPA-funded premium pay bonus for county employees (5-0)
• Approved $51,672 state-funded bonus for sworn deputies (5-0)
• Declared local emergency due to COVID-19 outbreak in EMS (5-0)
• Approved participation in opioid settlement and MOU (5-0)
• Approved $533,822.65 proffer carryover to FY22 (5-0)
• Authorized vehicle lease purchase up to $597,000 (5-0)
• Approved 2022 TJPD Legislative Program (5-0)

Recruitment and Retention Subcommittee

The Greene County Recruitment and Retention Subcommittee is meeting to hold its initial discussion on recruitment and retention. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific proposals, dollar amounts, or action items listed.

• Initial discussion regarding recruitment and retention

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a closed meeting at 5:30 p.m. and an open meeting at 6:30 p.m. The open meeting includes a presentation on the EMS Squad Station completion and final payment, along with routine items like minutes approval, public comments, and monthly reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with the EMS station item being the only substantive action.

• EMS Squad Station Completion and final payment (presentation and resolution)
• Closed meeting under Virginia Code 2.2-3711 (a, 1-7)
• Matters from the public
• Monthly reports from various departments (e.g., Treasurer, Animal Shelter, Solid Waste)

The Board unanimously approved a resolution to appropriate $502,474 in carryover funds from FY 2019-2020 to the FY 2021-2022 budget to cover remaining EMS Squad Station expenses. The Board also entered closed meetings to discuss personnel and legal matters, and heard public comments opposing a glamping facility application.

• Approved $502,474 carryover appropriation for EMS Squad Station (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Entered closed meeting for personnel and legal consultation (unanimous)
• Certified closed meeting discussions were lawful (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission is holding a public work session to discuss Rural Enterprise Centers (OR21-004) and Parks and Recreation. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving minutes, receiving updates on development activity, and hearing from the Ruckersville Advisory Committee.

• Public work session on Rural Enterprise Centers (OR21-004)
• Public work session on Parks and Recreation
• Approval of September 15, 2021 minutes
• Update on development activity (monthly report)
• Ruckersville Advisory Committee update

The Planning Commission held a public work session to discuss zoning tools for a proposed rural enterprise center use, including overlay districts and special use permits. No formal decisions were made; the commission agreed to hold another work session to further refine performance standards. The commission also heard from Parks and Recreation about its strategic plan and approved the September 15, 2021 minutes with minor corrections.

• Approved September 15, 2021 minutes with three minor corrections (2-0)
• Discussed rural enterprise center zoning options, no vote taken
• Agreed to hold another work session on rural enterprise center ordinance

Emergency Services Advisory Board

The Greene County Emergency Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine updates and several draft policies, including a responder safety standard operating guideline and a fire rescue policy. They will also consider a draft letter to the Rapidan Service Authority. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being reports and updates.

• Draft Responder Safety SOG
• Draft Fire Rescue Policy
• Fire Chief / Ordinance Discussion
• Draft Letter to Rapidan Service Authority

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a closed meeting, then an open session to receive a COVID-19 update, hear public comments, and vote on consent agenda items including appropriations for carryover programs and additional FY2021 expenditures. They will also consider appointing a representative to the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board and discuss bonuses for certain state-funded positions.

• Resolution to appropriate $401,144.35 for FY2022 carryover programs
• Resolution to appropriate $724,930.00 for additional FY2021 expenditures
• Proclamation declaring October 2021 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Appointment of Greene County representative to Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board
• Discussion of bonuses for selected state-funded positions

The Board unanimously approved a resolution to appropriate $724,930 for additional FY2021 expenditures at the Solid Waste Facility, covering scale repairs, truck rental, and disposal costs. They also approved the consent agenda, including a $401,133.35 carryover appropriation, and agreed to advertise a public hearing for a proposed $3,000 bonus for all county employees using ARPA funds. The Board appointed the County Administrator as representative to the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board.

• Approved $724,930 appropriation for FY2021 solid waste expenses (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $401,133.35 carryover appropriation (5-0)
• Agreed to advertise public hearing for $3,000 employee bonus for all staff (consensus)
• Appointed County Administrator Mark Taylor as Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board representative (5-0)
• Appointed Tracy Morris as alternate representative (5-0)
• Entered closed meeting for legal consultation on RSA and Charlottesville Land (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for tourist lodging at 252 Horseshoe Road, as well as an ordinance revision to remove tourist lodging from the R-1 zoning district. The board will also receive updates on EMS, the Ruckersville Advisory Committee, and the legislative program, and will act on consent agenda items including fund appropriations.

• Special Use Permit for tourist lodging at 252 Horseshoe Road (SUP #21-006)
• Ordinance revision to remove Tourist Lodging from R-1 district (OR #21-003)
• Resolution to appropriate $471,644.22 for FY2020-2021 carryover programs
• Resolution to accept and appropriate $45,000.00 for Virginia Domestic Violence Victim Fund Grant
• Approval of voting credentials for Davis Lamb as VACo representative

The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to remove tourist lodging as a permitted special use in the R-1 zoning district, amending the Zoning Ordinance accordingly. It also denied a special use permit for tourist lodging at 252 Horseshoe Road in Greene Mountain Lake. Both actions passed 4-0 with Chair Bill Martin absent.

• Approved ordinance revision removing tourist lodging from R-1 zoning district (4-0)
• Denied special use permit for tourist lodging at 252 Horseshoe Road (4-0)
• Approved $471,644.22 carryover appropriation for FY2020-2021 programs (4-0)
• Accepted $45,000 Virginia Domestic Violence Victim Fund Grant (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and VACo voting credentials (4-0)
• Entered closed meeting for personnel and prospective business discussions (4-0)

Emergency Services Advisory Board

The board will receive departmental reports from local law enforcement and fire departments. Discussion includes a staffing request from Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company and an EMS Supervisor position.

• Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Company Staffing Request
• EMS Supervisor Position
• Draft Responder Safety SOG
• Draft Fire Rescue Policy

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on an ordinance revision (OR#21-003) that would remove language permitting tourist lodging in the R-1 residential zoning district, making the use no longer allowed there. The meeting also includes a work session on water and sewer as part of the Comprehensive Plan review, and a separate work session on the Rural Enterprise Center (OR21-004).

• Public hearing on ordinance revision OR#21-003 to remove tourist lodging from R-1 zoning
• Work session on water and sewer for Comprehensive Plan review
• Work session on Rural Enterprise Center (OR21-004)
• Approval of August 18, 2021 minutes
• Update on development activity

The Planning Commission discussed concerns about opening rural enterprise to all A-1 parcels, with members requesting further review of performance standards and analysis of benefits. Staff will conduct additional research and present findings at the October 20, 2021 meeting. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 8:53 PM.

• Deferred rural enterprise discussion to October 20, 2021 meeting
• Directed staff to research rural enterprise benefits and performance standards

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on forming a joint Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board and on amending the zoning ordinance for senior housing parking. They will also consider a resolution to add Rural Enterprise Centers as a by-right use in agricultural zones. The meeting includes a closed session, COVID update, consent agenda with fund appropriations, and a presentation on new library teacher cards.

• Public hearing: ordinance to form Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board
• Public hearing: zoning amendment for minimum off-street parking for senior residential developments (OR#21-002)
• Resolution of intent: add Rural Enterprise Center as by-right use in A-1 Agriculture district
• Appropriate $435,770.98 in state/federal funds and private donations for carryover programs
• Supplemental appropriation of $175,616 state and $114,755 local funds for Children's Services Act program

The Board unanimously approved an ordinance forming the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board to administer local cigarette taxes, and approved a zoning amendment adding a minimum off-street parking requirement for senior residential developments. It also passed a resolution of intent to consider adding rural enterprise centers as a by-right use in the A-1 Agricultural District. The consent agenda, including appropriations totaling over $600,000, was approved. The Board entered a closed meeting to discuss a prospective business and legal matters, then certified compliance.

• Approved ordinance forming the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board as agent for local cigarette tax administration.
• Approved zoning amendment (O-2021-010) adding minimum off-street parking standards for senior residential developments.
• Approved resolution of intent to consider adding rural enterprise center with performance standards as a by-right use in A-1 Agriculture.
• Approved consent agenda including $435,770.98 in carryover funds, $290,371 for CSA program, and $4,100 DMV speed grant.
• Entered closed meeting to discuss prospective business in Ruckersville and legal consultation on RSA and Charlottesville Land.
• Certified that only lawful exempt matters were discussed in closed meeting.
• Approved agenda as presented.
• Adjourned meeting.

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a closed meeting, then an open meeting with public comment, consent agenda, presentations, and action items. Key actions include a resolution to commit ARPA funds for the local match for the RISE VATI grant, and adoption of an Audio-Visual Presentation Policy. Presentations cover the RISE broadband project, RSA withdrawal agreement, and water/sewer capital plan.

• Resolution to commit ARPA funds for RISE VATI grant local match
• Presentation on Firefly Fiber Broadband, Dominion Energy, and Rappahannock Electric Cooperative RISE project
• RSA withdrawal agreement status update
• Greene County Water and Sewer Short Term Capital Plan
• Approval for Director of Elections to submit split-precinct polling location waiver

The Board unanimously approved a resolution committing up to $2,687,000 in ARPA funds as the local match for the RISE VATI grant application, which would bring fiber broadband to 2,687 unserved locations in Greene County. The Board also approved the Audio-Visual Presentation Policy and the consent agenda, and discussed the RSA withdrawal process, agreeing to advertise a public hearing for a concurrent resolution.

• Approved resolution committing up to $2,687,000 ARPA funds for RISE VATI grant local match (5-0)
• Approved Audio-Visual Presentation Policy (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, split-precinct waiver application, and Beazley Road Safety Study (5-0)
• Agreed to advertise public hearing for RSA withdrawal concurrent resolution
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Authorized closed meeting for personnel and legal consultation (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission is holding a public work session on broadband and public hearings on two ordinance amendments: one to add minimum off-street parking requirements for senior housing (55+) and another to review special use permits for tourist lodging in R-1 residential districts. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and updates on development activity.

• Public hearing on Article 16-8 amendment to add minimum off-street parking for senior (55+) housing (OR#21-002)
• Public hearing on Board of Supervisors request to review Special Use Permits for Tourist Lodging in R-1 Residential District (OR#21-003)
• Work session on Broadband Comprehensive Plan Review
• Approval of July 21, 2021 minutes
• Update on Development Activity

The Greene County Planning Commission held a public work session to discuss zoning tools for a proposed rural enterprise center, including overlay districts and special use permits. No formal votes were taken; the commission agreed to hold another work session to refine performance standards, including impervious area limits. The meeting also included a presentation from Parks and Recreation on their strategic plan and goals.

• Approved September 15, 2021 minutes with three minor corrections (2-0)
• Discussed rural enterprise center zoning options; no decision made
• Agreed to hold another work session on rural enterprise center before public hearing

Emergency Services Advisory Board

The Greene County Emergency Services Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of routine items like approving the agenda and minutes, plus updates from the chair and vice chair on legislation, radio, COVID, weather, and training. The bulk of the meeting is dedicated to departmental reports from the sheriff's office, emergency communications center, volunteer fire companies, EMS, and CERT, along with old business on an initiative list.

• Departmental reports from Sheriff's Office, Emergency Communications Center, Dyke and Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Companies, Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Department, EMS, and CERT
• Legislative, radio, COVID, weather, and training updates from Vice Chair
• Old business: initiative list
• Next meeting set for September 21, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two land-use requests: removing an age restriction on a rental unit and a special use permit for tourist lodging. They will also consider a rezoning of 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail from B-3 to PUD, deferred from July 27. The board will also vote on consent agenda items accepting various state funds and appropriating $136,775 for legal fees.

• Public hearing: Rezone 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail from B-3 to PUD with proffers (Lamm Properties/Merit Greene)
• Public hearing: Special use permit for tourist lodging at 252 Horseshoe Road, Greene Mountain Lake Subdivision
• Public hearing: Remove age-restricted condition for rental unit at 315C Jack Russell Lane (Skyline CAP)
• Appropriate $136,775 for legal fees for RSA litigation
• Accept $63,527 in state funds for DMV stop fees, juror reimbursement, fire program funds

The Board of Supervisors approved the rezoning of 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail from B-3 to PUD with proffers, allowing the Villages at Terrace Greene development to proceed. The Board also approved a special use permit for Skyline Cap, Inc. to remove the age-restricted condition on one rental unit at 315C Jack Russell Lane. A special use permit request for tourist lodging at 252 Horseshoe Road was deferred to September 28, 2021 at the applicant's request.

• Approved rezoning RZ#20-007 for 65.17 acres from B-3 to PUD with proffers (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for Skyline Cap, Inc. to remove age restriction on one rental unit (4-1)
• Deferred special use permit for tourist lodging at 252 Horseshoe Road to September 28, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $136,775 for RSA litigation legal fees (5-0)
• Approved $1,882.38 in State Asset Forfeiture funds to Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $63,527 in additional State funds for DMV stop fees, juror reimbursement and fire programs (5-0)
• Approved $10,105.28 for reimbursable contractual overtime for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved $356.00 for Visitor Center donations and $930.00 for Virginia Clay Festival registration fees (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone approximately 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail from B-3 with proffers to PUD with proffers. The board will also consider a resolution to amend the Zoning Ordinance regarding Special Use Permits for tourist lodging in R-1 districts. Several consent agenda items involve accepting and appropriating funds for county departments.

• Public hearing: Rezone 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail from B-3 to PUD (Lamm Properties, LLC/Merit Greene, LLC)
• Resolution of intent to amend Zoning Ordinance for Special Use Permits in R-1 Tourist Lodging
• Appropriate $15,043.52 for Sheriff's Department donations
• Appropriate $11,275.00 for Item Conservation Grant for Clerk's Office
• Appropriate $40,462.00 for state authorized salaries of General Registrar and Local Electoral Board Members

The Board of Supervisors deferred a decision on the request from Lamm Properties, LLC/Merit Greene, LLC to rezone 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail from B-3 to PUD with proffers. The deferral was unanimous, with the County Attorney to provide suggested proffer amendments to the applicant before the August 10, 2021 meeting. The Board also approved a resolution of intent to amend the zoning ordinance regarding tourist lodging by special use permit in R-1 districts.

• Deferred Villages at Terrace Greene rezoning decision to Aug 10 (5-0)
• Approved resolution of intent to amend zoning ordinance for R-1 tourist lodging (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 12 items including tax refund and fund appropriations (5-0)
• Approved closed meeting for legal consultation on RSA and Charlottesville Land (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a public work session to review the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, focusing on law enforcement and emergency services. They will also hold public hearings on two special use permit requests: one to remove an age restriction on a rental unit and one for tourist lodging. The meeting is hybrid in-person and remote.

• Public work session on 2016 Comprehensive Plan, law enforcement and emergency services
• SUP#21-004: Skyline CAP, Inc requests removal of age-restricted condition for rental unit at 315C Jack Russell Lane, Stanardsville (TMP# 37-(A)-20)
• SUP#21-006: Paul and Marilee Newman request special use permit for tourist lodging at 252 Horseshoe Road, Greene Mountain Lake Subdivision (TMP# 37C-(21)-51)

The Greene County Planning Commission met on July 21, 2021, holding a public work session to review the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, focusing on law enforcement and emergency services. The commission then held public hearings on two special use permit requests: one to remove an age restriction on a rental unit and another for tourist lodging. No decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Held public work session on Comprehensive Plan update (law enforcement and emergency services)
• Heard SUP#21-004: Skyline CAP, Inc. request to remove age-restricted condition for rental unit at 315C Jack Russell Lane
• Heard SUP#21-006: Paul and Marilee Newman request for tourist lodging at 252 Horseshoe Road

Emergency Services Advisory Board

The Greene County Emergency Services Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of routine items: approving the previous meeting's minutes, receiving updates from the chair and vice chair on legislative, radio, COVID, weather, and training matters, hearing departmental reports from local fire, EMS, sheriff, and communications agencies, and discussing an initiative list. No public hearings, contracts, or major decisions are listed; the meeting is largely procedural and informational.

• Departmental reports from Greene County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Communications Center, Dyke and Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Companies, Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Department, EMS, and CERT
• Vice chair updates on legislative, radio, COVID, weather, and training topics
• Discussion of initiative list under old business
• Next meeting scheduled for August 17, 2021 at 6 p.m.

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two land-use requests: a rezone of a 5.43-acre parcel at 9661 Spotswood Trail from B-2 to B-3, and a special use permit for tourist lodging at 560 and 560B Sunset Drive. The board will also consider a resolution to amend the zoning ordinance regarding parking for senior residential communities and receive updates on COVID-19 and broadband grants.

• Public hearing on rezone of 5.43 acres at 9661 Spotswood Trail (RZ#21-002)
• Public hearing on special use permit for tourist lodging at 560/560B Sunset Drive (SUP#21-005)
• Resolution of intent to amend zoning ordinance for senior community parking
• Resolution to educate residents on risks of traveling to China for organ transplant
• Update on broadband grant opportunities

The Board of Supervisors denied a special use permit for tourist lodging at 560 and 560B Sunset Drive in Greene Mountain Lakes, despite the applicant's conditions and public support. The Board also approved a rezoning of a 5.43-acre parcel at 9661 Spotswood Trail from B-2 to B-3, and passed resolutions to amend zoning for senior housing parking and to support broadband grant applications.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a resolution on organ transplant risks in China.
• Approved the rezoning of TMP# 38-(A)-72 from B-2 to B-3 for Elkay Partners, LLC.
• Denied SUP #21-005 for tourist lodging at 560 and 560B Sunset Drive.
• Approved a resolution of intent to amend the Zoning Ordinance regarding parking for senior residential communities.
• Approved a resolution of support for broadband grant applications.
• Approved a closed meeting to discuss personnel and legal matters.
• Certified that only lawful matters were discussed in closed meeting.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed meeting, then an open session to consider the fiscal year 2022 budget appropriation, a $4.2 million water and wastewater revenue refunding bond issuance, and acceptance of two roads into the state highway system. They will also receive updates on the American Rescue Plan Act, EMS, and finance, and discuss a resolution about organ transplant risks in China.

• Resolution to appropriate the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Resolution to authorize $4,200,000 water and wastewater revenue refunding bonds
• Resolution to accept Vista Heights Drive into VDOT secondary system
• Resolution to accept Guilford Farm Road and Ridgeview Drive into VDOT secondary system
• Resolution to declare necessity of emergency communications tower at Sheriff's Office, 10005 Spotswood Trail, Stanardsville

The Board unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2022 budget appropriation of $87,346,147, covering county departments and schools. They also authorized the issuance of up to $4,200,000 in water and wastewater revenue refunding bonds to refinance an existing 2011 bond, with estimated savings of $315,475 minus reissue costs. Additionally, the Board approved resolutions to accept three roads into the VDOT secondary system, declare the necessity of an emergency communications tower, and end the local state of emergency as of June 30, 2021.

• Approved the FY2022 budget appropriation of $87,346,147.
• Authorized issuance of up to $4,200,000 in water and wastewater revenue refunding bonds.
• Accepted Vista Heights Drive into VDOT secondary system.
• Accepted Guilford Farm Road and Ridgeview Drive into VDOT secondary system.
• Declared public necessity for a 199-foot emergency communications tower behind the Sheriff's Office.
• Ended the local state of emergency as of June 30, 2021.
• Approved the consent agenda including minutes and road resolutions.
• Approved the agenda as presented.

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission is holding a public work session to review the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, focusing on tourism. They will also hold public hearings on a rezone request and a special use permit, and discuss a major rezoning proposal for a mixed-use development.

• Public work session to review 2016 Comprehensive Plan, including tourism packet
• Elkay Partners, LLC rezone from B-2 to B-3 on 5.43 acres at 9661 Spotswood Trail (RZ#21-002)
• Lucas and Caitlin Hoge special use permit for tourist lodging on 0.52 acre at 560/560B Sunset Drive, Stanardsville (SUP#21-005)
• Lamm Properties, LLC/Merit Greene, LLC rezone from B-3 to PUD on 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail, with 282 townhomes and proffers (RZ#20-007)

The Greene County Planning Commission recommended approval of RZ#20-007, a rezone of 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail from B-3 to PUD with proffers, to the Board of Supervisors. The commission also recommended approval of a separate rezone (RZ#21-002) for a 5.43-acre parcel on Spotswood Trail from B-2 to B-3. A special use permit for tourist lodging at 560 Sunset Drive was recommended for denial.

• Recommended approval of RZ#20-007, rezoning 65.17 acres on TMP 66-(A)-48 from B-3 to PUD with proffers, by a 4-1 vote.
• Recommended approval of RZ#21-002, rezoning a 5.43-acre parcel at 9661 Spotswood Trail from B-2 to B-3, by a 5-0 vote.
• Recommended denial of SUP#21-005, a special use permit for tourist lodging at 560 Sunset Drive, by a 4-1 vote.
• Denied a motion to defer RZ#20-007 to the July 21, 2021 meeting, by a 4-1 vote.
• Approved the May 19, 2021 meeting minutes as written, by a 5-0 vote.

Emergency Services Advisory Board

The Greene County Emergency Services Advisory Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes, reports from various emergency services departments, and discussions on a Memorandum of Understanding and county emails. A citizen member appointment is also on the agenda.

• Citizen member appointment
• Memorandum of Understanding / County Emails discussion
• Reports from Sheriff's Office, Emergency Communications Center, volunteer fire companies, and EMS
• Legislative, radio, COVID, weather, and training updates

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will meet in person and virtually, starting with a closed session, then an open meeting. They will receive updates on COVID-19 and the American Rescue Plan Act, and hold public hearings on a special use permit for a home bakery and an amendment to a permit for Knoll Blvd construction. The board will also consider consent agenda items, including accepting a donation for the Animal Shelter and making appointments.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit SUP#21-002 for a commercial bakery home business by Eugene and Rosa Schlabach
• Public hearing on amendment to Special Use Permit #18-003 to phase construction of Knoll Blvd (SUP#21-003)
• Resolution to accept and appropriate $50,913.05 donation to the Animal Shelter
• Re-appointment of Bill Martin to Rapidan Service Authority Board
• Appointment of Marie Durrer to Jefferson Area Community Criminal Justice Board

The Greene County Board of Supervisors denied a request to amend Special Use Permit #18-003, which would have delayed construction of Knoll Blvd. until the fourth apartment building received a certificate of occupancy. The board also approved a special use permit for a commercial bakery on Mission Home Road and accepted a $50,913.05 donation for the Animal Shelter. The meeting included updates on COVID-19 and the American Rescue Plan Act funding.

• Denied amendment to Special Use Permit #18-003 to phase Knoll Blvd. construction (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #21-002 for home business commercial bakery at 8595 Mission Home Road (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $50,913.05 Animal Shelter donation (5-0)
• Reappointed Bill Martin to Rapidan Service Authority Board (5-0)
• Appointed Marie Durrer to Jefferson Area Community Criminal Justice Board (5-0)
• Approved closed meeting for personnel and legal matters (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the proposed Secondary Six Year Plan and a boundary line adjustment with Feeding Greene, Inc. The board will also receive updates on COVID-19 and the CARES Act, and consider a license agreement with American Tower for co-location of public safety radio equipment.

• Public hearing on Secondary Six Year Plan for fiscal years 2021/22 through 2026/27 and Secondary System Construction Budget for FY 2021/22
• Public hearing on boundary line adjustment with Feeding Greene, Inc.
• Public comment period for emergency communications tower at Sheriff's Office, 10005 Spotswood Trail, Stanardsville
• License agreement with American Tower for co-location of public safety radio system equipment on Tower Road, Stanardsville (first review, tentative action June 8, 2021)
• Emergency Services request to purchase Rapid Sequence Intubation Equipment (first review, tentative action June 8, 2021)

The Greene County Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of rapid sequence intubation (RSI) equipment for $33,872, funded from the contingency fund, to support a new emergency medical program. The Board also approved a license agreement with American Tower for public safety radio equipment at $3,400 per month, a boundary line adjustment with Feeding Greene, Inc., and the Secondary Six Year Plan and Construction Budget. Steve Catalano was appointed to the Emergency Services Advisory Board for a one-year term.

• Approved $33,872 for RSI equipment from contingency fund (5-0)
• Approved American Tower license agreement at $3,400/month (5-0)
• Approved boundary line adjustment with Feeding Greene, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Secondary Six Year Plan and Construction Budget FY 2021/22 (5-0)
• Appointed Steve Catalano to Emergency Services Advisory Board (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including regional cigarette tax resolution (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved closed meeting resolution (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a public work session on economic development, then public hearings on two special use permit requests: a home-based commercial bakery and an amendment to a prior permit's road construction phasing. The commission will also discuss a proposed rezone of 65.17 acres for a planned unit development with 282 townhomes, which has been deferred to June 16, 2021. The meeting includes approval of minutes and updates on development activity.

• Special use permit for commercial bakery at 8595 Mission Home Road (SUP#21-002)
• Amendment to SUP#18-003 to phase construction of Knoll Blvd on Moore Road (SUP#21-003)
• Rezone of 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail from B-3 to PUD with proffers (RZ#20-007) - deferred to June 16
• Proffers include 282 townhomes, public park dedication, transportation improvements, and public water/sewer connectivity
• Public work session on economic development

The Greene County Planning Commission held a virtual meeting and recommended approval of two special use permits to the Board of Supervisors. SUP#21-002 for a home business (commercial bakery) at 8595 Mission Home Road was approved 5-0 with conditions. SUP#21-003 to amend a condition of SUP#18-003 regarding the construction timeline of Knoll Blvd was also approved 5-0 with conditions. The commission also deferred a rezoning request (RZ#20-007) to the June 16, 2021 meeting and approved the April 21, 2021 minutes.

• Recommended approval of SUP#21-002 for a home business (commercial bakery) at 8595 Mission Home Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP#21-003 to amend a condition of SUP#18-003 regarding Knoll Blvd construction timeline (5-0)
• Deferred RZ#20-007 for Lamm Properties/Merit Greene to June 16, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021 minutes as written (4-0, one abstention)

Emergency Services Advisory Board

The Greene County Emergency Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt several standard operating guidelines, including SCBA utilization, emergency incident rehab, and swift water rescue operations. The board will also receive updates on legislation, radio, COVID, weather, and training, and hear reports from local fire, EMS, and sheriff's departments.

• Review of Standard Operating Guidelines: SCBA Utilization, Emergency Incident Rehab, Swift Water Rescue Operations
• First review of Surface Ice Rescue Operations guideline
• Communications from Chair regarding County Ordinance
• Updates on legislative, radio, COVID, citizen member, weather, and training matters
• Reports from Greene County Sheriff's Office, Emergency Communications Center, volunteer fire companies, and EMS

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the FY 2021-22 budget of $87,346,147, the FY 2022 Capital Improvement Plan, and a resolution allowing remote participation in meetings. The board also approved a paving project at the Tourism Center by a 4-1 vote, with Marie Durrer dissenting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included informational updates on COVID-19, the American Rescue Plan, a regional cigarette tax board, and the Central Virginia Regional Jail.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 budget of $87,346,147 (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2022 Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing remote participation in board meetings (5-0)
• Approved Tourism Center parking lot paving project (4-1)
• Approved closed meeting for personnel and legal consultation (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including April 27, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2022, and the 2021 tax rates, followed by adoption votes. The meeting will be held virtually due to the state of emergency, with public comments accepted by email. The agenda also includes a closed meeting, COVID-19 and CARES Act updates, and a consent agenda with a broadband feasibility study MOU.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY 2021-2022 budget
• Public hearing and adoption of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FY 2022
• Public hearing and adoption of 2021 tax rates
• Resolution to set tax relief percentage under Personal Property Tax Relief Act
• MOU for broadband feasibility study with Dominion Energy, Firefly Fiber Broadband, and Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

The Board of Supervisors held public hearings on the FY 2021-2022 budget, capital improvement plan, and tax rates, but only adopted the 2021 tax rates and the personal property tax relief percentage. The budget and capital improvement plan were not approved and are scheduled for adoption at the May 11, 2021 meeting. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including a broadband feasibility study MOU, and added Welsh Run Road to the Six Year Plan.

• Approved 2021 tax rates: real estate $0.82, personal property $5.00, industrial machinery $2.50 (unanimous)
• Approved 40.4% personal property tax relief for qualifying vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including EMS Week resolution and broadband feasibility MOU (unanimous)
• Tabled FY 2021-2022 budget and capital improvement plan for May 11 meeting
• Added Welsh Run Road to VDOT Six Year Plan; Entry Run Road next priority
• Approved closed meeting to consult legal counsel on RSA litigation (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission is holding a public work session to review the Natural Resources and Environment and Agriculture and Forestry chapters of the 2016 Comprehensive Plan. The commission will also consider a rezone request from Lamm Properties, LLC/Merit Greene, LLC for approximately 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail, but this item is marked as deferred. Other business includes adoption of the commission's by-laws and approval of the March 17, 2021 minutes.

• Public work session to review 2016 Comprehensive Plan chapters on Natural Resources and Environment and Agriculture and Forestry
• Rezone request RZ#20-007 from B-3 to PUD on 65.17 acres on Seminole Trail near Rt. 607 Matthew Mill Road (deferred)
• Adoption of Planning Commission by-laws
• Approval of March 17, 2021 meeting minutes
• Updates on Ruckersville Advisory Committee and development activity

The Greene County Planning Commission held a virtual work session to review the Natural Resources and Environment and Agriculture and Forestry chapters of the Comprehensive Plan, with discussion on impaired waterways, riparian buffers, and farmland data. The commission deferred the Lamm Properties rezone request (RZ#20-007) to the May 19, 2021 meeting, adopted revised by-laws, and approved the March 17, 2021 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Deferred RZ#20-007 (Lamm Properties rezone to PUD) to May 19, 2021 (4-0)
• Adopted planning commission by-laws with redline changes and removal of site visit sentences (4-0)
• Approved March 17, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a request to rezone a 7.07-acre parcel on Seminole Trail South from B-3 to R-2 and to grant a special use permit for a 55-townhome development. The board will also receive updates on COVID-19 and CARES Act funds, and consider consent agenda items including accepting donations and declaring April Fair Housing Month.

• Public hearing on rezoning 7.07 acres on Seminole Trail South from B-3 to R-2 (RZ#21-001)
• Public hearing on special use permit for 55-townhome development on same parcel (SUP#21-001)
• Resolution to accept and appropriate $4,042.42 for Sheriff's Department insurance recovery
• Resolution to accept and appropriate $4,629 for Sheriff's Department donations
• Resolution to declare April 2021 Fair Housing Month

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special virtual meeting to consider a second resolution requesting unanimous consent from Orange and Madison Counties for Greene County's withdrawal from the Rapidan Service Authority, under Virginia Code 15.2-5112. The meeting is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Second resolution for withdrawal from Rapidan Service Authority (RSA) under VA Code 15.2-5112
• Request for unanimous consent from Orange and Madison Counties

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a second resolution requesting the consent of Orange and Madison counties to Greene County's withdrawal from the Rapidan Service Authority (RSA) under Virginia Code §15.2-5112. The resolution was prompted by disagreements with RSA over water services and follows a prior request that was rejected. The board also adjourned the special meeting.

• Approved second resolution to request withdrawal from RSA (5-0)
• Adjourned the special meeting (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will meet virtually on March 23, 2021, due to the state of emergency. The board will receive updates on COVID-19 and the CARES Act, consider a request to place a storage shed on county property, and review a zoning audit update. The meeting includes a closed session and public comment via email or phone.

• Request from Greene Commons Group to place storage shed on County property
• Zoning audit update 2021
• COVID-19 update from Melissa Meador, Director of Emergency Services
• CARES Act update from Mark Taylor and Tracy Morris
• Amended minutes of May 28, 2019 meeting

The Board approved a request from Greene Commons Group to place a storage shed on county property behind the Administration Building. It also approved a housekeeping amendment to correct the May 28, 2019 minutes, clarifying that a Special Use Permit for tourist lodging was approved without conditions. The Board agreed to return to in-person meetings at the Performing Arts Center starting May 11, 2021.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes of the March 9, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the Greene Commons Group's request to place a storage shed on the back lawn of the County Administration Building.
• Approved the amendment of the May 28, 2019 minutes to correct the record on the Special Use Permit for Sandra S. Emery.
• Consensus to hold future public meetings at the Performing Arts Center at William Monroe High School beginning May 11, 2021.
• Approved entering closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding the RSA case.
• Certified that only exempt matters were discussed in closed meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a public work session to review the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, focusing on the Future Land Use, Natural Resources and Environment, and Agriculture and Forestry chapters, as well as a zoning audit. The commission will also hold public hearings on a request to rezone a 7.07-acre parcel on Seminole Trail South for a 55-townhome development and a related special use permit. Additionally, the commission will consider adopting its by-laws and approving minutes from a previous meeting.

• Public work session on Comprehensive Plan chapters (Future Land Use, Natural Resources, Agriculture/Forestry)
• Zoning audit review
• Rezone request (RZ#21-001) from B-3 to R-2 for 7.07 acres for 55-townhome development
• Special use permit request (SUP#21-001) for the same townhome development
• Adoption of Planning Commission by-laws

The Greene County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of RZ#21-001, rezoning a 7.07-acre parcel on Seminole Trail South from B-3 (Business) to R-2 (Residential) for a 55-townhome development. The commission also voted 5-0 to recommend approval of SUP#21-001, a special use permit for the same development, with conditions including a 25-foot riparian buffer and connection to public water and sewer. Both recommendations go to the Board of Supervisors for final decision. The commission deferred adoption of its by-laws to the April 21 meeting.

• Recommended approval of RZ#21-001 to rezone 7.07 acres from B-3 to R-2 for a 55-townhome development (5-0 vote).
• Recommended approval of SUP#21-001 for a 55-townhome special use permit with conditions (5-0 vote).
• Deferred adoption of Planning Commission by-laws until April 21, 2021.
• Approved February 17, 2021 minutes with amendments (5-0 vote).
• Approved February 17, 2021 Town of Stanardsville Planning Commission minutes (5-0 vote).

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a virtual budget work session to discuss the County Administrator's proposed budget for fiscal year 2021-22. They will also consider resolutions to authorize advertisement of proposed 2021 tax rates and the proposed budget. The meeting may be continued to Monday, March 15 at 5:30 pm.

• Discussion of County Administrator's proposed budget for FY 21-22
• Resolution to advertise proposed 2021 tax rates
• Resolution to advertise proposed FY 21-22 budget
• Virtual meeting due to state of emergency; public can view online or call in

The Board of Supervisors held a budget work session and approved resolutions to advertise the proposed FY 2021-22 budget and the calendar year 2021 tax rates. The budget includes a 2.7% salary increase for county employees, new positions, and level funding for schools plus an additional $112,120. The Board also reached a consensus to delay filling certain positions by one quarter to help fund the school increase.

• Approved resolution to advertise the proposed FY 2021-22 budget (unanimous).
• Approved resolution to advertise calendar year 2021 tax rates: real estate $0.82, personal property $5.00, industrial machinery & tools $2.50 (unanimous).
• Reached consensus to add $112,120 to the School Division budget, funded by delaying hires for one quarter and using excess revenue.
• Reached consensus to delay filling the grant writer, Victim Witness, medic, and engineer positions by one quarter, but not deputy, dispatcher, or IT positions.
• Discussed but did not decide on a tax increase; multiple members stated opposition to raising taxes.
• Discussed but did not decide on using school carryover funds for county needs.

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors is meeting virtually due to the state of emergency. The agenda includes a budget work session, a closed meeting, and an open session with updates on COVID-19, emergency services, and the CARES Act. The board will also consider a request to place a storage shed on county property and amended minutes from a 2019 meeting.

• Budget work session at 4:30 p.m.
• Closed meeting under Virginia Code 2.2-3711(a,1-7)
• COVID-19 update by Melissa Meador, Director of Emergency Services
• CARES Act update by Mark Taylor and Tracy Morris
• Request from Greene Commons Group to place storage shed on County property

The Board of Supervisors held a budget work session for FY2022, discussing the school funding request, employee raises, and the impact of the lost facility fee. No final budget decisions were made; the work session was continued to March 11 and possibly March 15. The Board also approved the consent agenda and entered a closed meeting to discuss litigation with RSA.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the minutes of the February 23, 2021 meeting.
• Approved a resolution to enter a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding the RSA case.
• Certified that only lawful exempt matters were discussed in the closed meeting.
• Continued the budget work session to March 11, 2021 at 4:30 p.m., and to March 15 if needed.

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors is holding a budget work session on March 9, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. in the County Meeting Room. The agenda is a generated placeholder with no listed items, indicating this is a procedural meeting to discuss the upcoming fiscal year budget.

• No specific agenda items are listed in the provided document.

The Board held a budget work session, hearing requests from the school division, JAUNT, and county departments, and discussed the impact of the loss of the facility fee and litigation costs. No formal budget decisions were made; the work session was continued to March 11 and March 15, 2021. The Board also approved the consent agenda, entered a closed meeting to discuss litigation, and received updates on COVID-19 and emergency services.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the minutes of the February 23, 2021 meeting.
• Approved a resolution to enter a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding the RSA litigation.
• Certified that only lawful exempt matters were discussed in the closed meeting.
• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Adjourned the meeting, continuing the budget work session to March 11 and March 15, 2021.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a budget work session to discuss the county budget. The County Administrator and School Superintendent will present their budget proposals, followed by discussions with the Sheriff, Commonwealth's Attorney, Treasurer, Clerk of the Circuit Court, and Commissioner of Revenue. The meeting is being held virtually due to the state of emergency.

• Budget presentation by County Administrator Mark Taylor
• School Board budget presentation by Superintendent Dr. Andrea Whitmarsh
• Budget discussion with Sheriff Steve Smith
• Budget discussion with Commonwealth's Attorney Win Consolvo
• Budget discussion with Treasurer Stephanie Deal

The Board of Supervisors met for a budget work session to review FY 2022 requests from the School Division, Sheriff's Office, and other departments. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the session was for discussion and information gathering. The next budget work session is scheduled for March 9, 2021.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during budget work session
• Scheduled next budget work session for March 9, 2021

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will meet virtually due to the state of emergency. The main action is a public hearing on proposed modifications to the Flood Insurance Study, Flood Insurance Rate Map, and floodplain management regulations. The board will also consider a resolution to authorize Fiberlync to provide internet service, and receive updates on COVID-19, the CARES Act, and other county matters.

• Public hearing on Flood Insurance Study and Flood Insurance Rate Map modifications
• Resolution to authorize Fiberlync to provide internet service in Greene County
• COVID-19 update from Director of Emergency Services
• CARES Act update from County Administrator and Director of Finance
• Quarterly meeting with VDOT

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted ordinance revision OR#20-003, which adopts the updated Flood Insurance Study (FIS) and Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and amends the county's floodplain management regulations. The update newly maps 331 structures into the floodplain, for a total of 360. The board also unanimously approved a resolution authorizing FiberLync to provide internet service in the county, and recommended Harold Johnson be reappointed to the Board of Equalization.

• Adopted ordinance OR#20-003, the updated Flood Insurance Study and Flood Insurance Rate Map, and amended floodplain management regulations.
• Approved a resolution authorizing FiberLync to provide internet service in Greene County.
• Recommended to the Circuit Court that Harold Johnson be reappointed to the Greene County Board of Equalization.
• Approved the meeting agenda with the addition of the FiberLync resolution item.
• Approved the minutes of the February 9, 2021 meeting.
• Held a closed meeting to discuss personnel, real property acquisition, and legal matters.
• Certified that only lawful exempt matters were discussed in the closed meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a public work session to review the 2016 Comprehensive Plan, which guides land use and transportation. They will also hold a public hearing on adopting updated floodplain maps and regulations (OR#20-003) required by FEMA, effective March 23, 2021. Additionally, the commission will review its by-laws and hear updates on development activity and committee reports.

• Public work session to review the 2016 Greene County Comprehensive Plan
• Public hearing on floodplain ordinance revision OR#20-003 (FEMA-required, effective March 23, 2021)
• Review of planning commission by-laws
• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2021
• Updates on Ruckersville Advisory Committee, Stanardsville, and development activity

The Greene County Planning Commission recommended adoption of floodplain ordinance revisions OR#20-003 (county) and OR#21-001 (Town of Stanardsville), both required for continued participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. The commission also deferred approval of its by-laws to the March 17, 2021 meeting and approved the January 20, 2021 minutes with amendments. A public work session was held to review the 2016 Comprehensive Plan update process.

• Recommended adoption of floodplain ordinance OR#20-003 and updated FEMA flood maps (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Town of Stanardsville floodplain ordinance OR#21-001 (5-0)
• Deferred approval of Planning Commission by-laws to March 17, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved January 20, 2021 meeting minutes with amendments (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a virtual meeting on February 9, 2021, starting with a work session on the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FY 2022, followed by a closed meeting and an open session at 6:30 p.m. The Board will hold two public hearings: one on a request from Greene CD, Inc. to amend proffers for approximately 402.59 acres (RZ#20-009), and another on a request from American Towers, Inc./Shentel for a Special Use Permit to extend an existing cellular tower by 12 feet on Tower Road, Stanardsville (SUP#20-011). The agenda also includes a consent agenda item to accept roads in Oxford Hills Subdivision into the state secondary system, updates on COVID-19 and the CARES Act, and matters from the public. Public comments are accepted by email or by phone during the meeting.

• Public hearing: Greene CD, Inc. proffer amendment on ~402.59 acres (RZ#20-009)
• Public hearing: American Towers/Shentel 12' cell tower extension on Tower Road (SUP#20-011)
• Work session: Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) FY 2022 presentation
• Consent agenda: Resolution to accept Oxford Hills Subdivision roads into state system
• Updates: COVID-19 and CARES Act reports

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Greene County Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting for routine administrative business. The agenda includes electing officers, reviewing by-laws, and approving minutes from January 22, 2020; no public hearings are scheduled.

• Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
• Review of By-Laws
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2020

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a virtual meeting due to the state of emergency, with a closed session at 5:30 p.m. and an open meeting at 6:30 p.m. They will hear public hearings on two rezoning requests to change residential parcels to business use, and also receive updates on COVID-19 and CARES Act funds, plus a presentation on the FY 2019-20 audit.

• Public hearing to rezone 1.08 acres from R-1 to B-2 on Spotswood Trail for retail space (RZ#20-008)
• Public hearing to rezone 2.11 acres from R-1 to B-2 at Dyke Road and Bacon Hollow Road for a parking lot for a convenience store (RZ#20-010)
• Resolution to accept and appropriate $1,108 for Litter Prevention and Recycling Program Grant
• Resolution to accept and appropriate $16,171 in donations to Sheriff's Department
• Resolution to accept and appropriate $2,937 for insurance recovery for Sheriff's Department

The Greene County Board of Supervisors approved two rezoning requests, both by unanimous vote. The first rezoned a 1.08-acre parcel on Spotswood Trail from R-1 (Residential) to B-2 (Business) to allow for a replacement Country Store. The second rezoned a 2.11-acre portion of a parcel at the intersection of Dyke Road and Bacon Hollow Road from R-1 to B-2 to accommodate a parking lot for a convenience store, despite public opposition. The board also accepted the FY 2019-2020 audit, which reported a clean opinion and a $3.1 million decrease in the general fund balance, and approved a consent agenda accepting various grants and donations.

• Approved RZ#20-008, rezoning 1.08 acres on Spotswood Trail from R-1 to B-2 (5-0)
• Approved RZ#20-010, rezoning 2.11 acres at Dyke Road and Bacon Hollow Road from R-1 to B-2 (5-0)
• Accepted FY 2019-2020 audit with clean opinion
• Approved consent agenda accepting $1,108 for litter prevention grant
• Approved consent agenda accepting $16,171 in donations for Sheriff's Department
• Approved consent agenda accepting $2,937 insurance recovery for Sheriff's Department
• Approved consent agenda accepting $50 donation for Animal Shelter operations
• Approved consent agenda accepting $2,736 donation for Animal Shelter sterilization program

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a special use permit for a cell tower extension, a rezone to amend proffers on about 402 acres, and a review of the 2016 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes election of officers, appointment of liaisons, and approval of minutes.

• Special use permit (SUP#20-011) for American Towers/Shentel to extend an existing cellular tower at 465 Tower Road, Stanardsville, on 3.67 acres zoned C-1 Conservation
• Rezone (RZ#20-009) by Greene CD, Inc. to amend proffers on ~402.59 acres zoned PUD south of Preddy Creek Road in Barboursville
• Public hearing to review the 2016 Greene County Comprehensive Plan
• Election of officers (chairman, vice chairman, secretary) and appointment of liaisons
• Approval of December 16, 2020 minutes

The Greene County Planning Commission recommended approval of a proffer amendment for the Creekside PUD (RZ#20-009), which removes the developer's obligation to build the Route 670 connector road (now a VDOT project) and adjusts housing type and design standards. The commission also recommended approval of a special use permit for a 12-foot cellular tower extension (SUP#20-011) and deferred the Comprehensive Plan review to the next meeting. All votes were recorded by roll call.

• Recommended approval of RZ#20-009 proffer amendment for Creekside PUD (4-1, Kruskamp nay)
• Recommended approval of SUP#20-011 for 12' tower extension at 465 Tower Road (5-0)
• Deferred Comprehensive Plan review to Feb 17, 2021 meeting without public hearing (5-0)
• Re-elected Jay Willer as Chairman (4-0, Willer abstained)
• Re-elected Ron Williams as Vice Chairman (4-0, Williams abstained)
• Re-elected Cristy Snead as Secretary (5-0)
• Re-appointed liaisons to EDA, Ruckersville Advisory Committee, and Stanardsville Town Council (each 4-0 with abstention)
• Approved yearly update and December 16, 2021 minutes (5-0 each)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will meet virtually due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The board will reorganize by electing a chair and vice chair, enter a closed meeting, and then hold an open meeting to adopt the agenda, receive updates on COVID-19 and the CARES Act, and hear public comments. Action items include adopting 2021 bylaws and meeting schedule, making board appointments and liaison assignments, and holding public hearings on a right-of-way easement for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative and re-adoption of a performance bonus ordinance. A presentation from JAUNT is also scheduled.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Public hearing on right-of-way easement to Rappahannock Electric Cooperative at 9845 Spotswood Trail and 334 Monte Vista Lane
• Public hearing on re-adoption of employee performance bonus ordinance (VA Code 15.2-1508)
• Appointments to committees including Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee, Central Virginia Regional Jail Authority, and others
• COVID-19 update and CARES Act report