Greene County public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the Perina request to include an approximately 81.51‑acre parcel at 200 Welsh Run Road (Parcel 59-(A)-77, zoned A‑1) in the James Agricultural and Forestal District. The commission will also consider amendments to Articles 16 and 22 of the Greene County Zoning Ordinance that consolidate agritourism‑related regulations and update event, structure, and use standards. A review of a proposed public park/open space for compliance with the Comprehensive Plan will be presented, and the commission will make a recommendation on the County’s Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2026/2027.

• Public hearing on 81.51‑acre parcel (200 Welsh Run Road) to join James Agricultural and Forestal District
• Proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance Articles 16 and 22 affecting agritourism, farm breweries, wineries, distilleries, event limits, and related standards
• Review of proposed public park/open space for alignment with the Greene County Comprehensive Plan
• Recommendation to Board of Supervisors on adoption of the FY 2026/2027 Capital Improvement Plan

General

The Greene County General meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, 2020 at 3:30 PM will be held at Vista Heights Drive cul‑de‑sac, Ruckersville, VA 22968. The agenda text does not contain any specific rezoning, contract, ordinance, fee change, or public‑hearing items. Therefore, the meeting appears to be a procedural notice without listed decisions or discussions.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a property purchase and a rezone request. Members will consider several funding resolutions and discuss road updates to reduce school congestion.

• Public hearing for Snead Properties, LLC rezone request from R-1 to B-3 at 8834 Spotswood Trail
• Public hearing for purchase of property adjacent to Greene County Park
• Resolution to accept $12,000,000 grant for White Run Reservoir raw water main, intake, and pump station
• Resolution to appropriate $341,943.71 in FY26 donations and $2,500 Bama Works grant for Animal Shelter
• Discussion of funding request for Sheriff's Office renovations

The Greene County Board of Supervisors unanimously accepted a $12,000,000 grant from the Virginia Department of Health for the construction of a raw water main, intake, and pump station at the White Run Reservoir. The Board also approved the rezoning of 8834 Spotswood Trail from R‑1 to B‑3, the purchase of land adjacent to Greene County Park, and a resolution supporting turn‑lane improvements at Spotswood Trail Business and Monroe Drive. Several members were appointed to the Planning Commission for three‑year terms.

• Approved acceptance of $12,000,000 grant for White Run Reservoir water project (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 8834 Spotswood Trail from R‑1 to B‑3 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of property adjacent to Greene County Park (4‑1)
• Approved resolution supporting turn‑lane improvements at Spotswood Trail Business and Monroe Drive (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including acceptance of $341,943.71 donations and $2,500 animal shelter grant (unanimous)
• Appointed Jason Snow to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Mark Kelpe to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Peter Wajda to Planning Commission (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Snead Properties, LLC's rezoning request for B‑1, B‑2, and B‑3 uses, reviewing the staff report, application, justification letter, and plat. The meeting will also consider old business, approve the September 17, 2025 minutes, and discuss updates from the Ruckersville Advisory Committee, the Town of Stanardsville, and overall development activity. The agenda concludes with setting the next month's agenda.

• Public hearing on Snead Properties, LLC rezoning request (B‑1, B‑2, B‑3 uses)
• Review of staff report, application, justification letter, and plat for rezoning
• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Ruckersville Advisory Committee matters
• Update on development activity in the county

The commission approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. A public hearing was held for Snead Properties’ rezoning request for 8834 Spotswood Trail; no public comments were received. A motion to recommend approval of the rezoning was made and seconded, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Motion to recommend rezoning of 8834 Spotswood Trail to B-3 made and seconded (vote not recorded)

Agricultural and Forestal District Committee

The Agricultural and Forestal District Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss a specific district request and plan for landowner conservation workshops. The body will also address committee emails and the budget for pamphlets.

• Public meeting regarding AFD25-001 Perina, Robert & Deborah
• Budget for pamphlets and work session
• Greene County Landowner Conservation Workshop Session
• Discussion of VDACS AFID Facility Grants and required county match

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two special‑use permit requests: one for livestock (horses) on at least two acres and another for a home‑based vehicle repair and sales business. The board will also consider two budget amendments, including a supplemental appropriation of up to $41,500,000 for a water and sewer revenue‑bond project and $4,595,379.17 from carryover funds. Action items include approving the 2026 legislative program and contracts for construction of the Greene County Reservoir raw‑water intake, pump station, and main. The meeting will conclude with routine reports and adjournment.

• Public hearing: special‑use permit for livestock (horses) on minimum two acres
• Public hearing: special‑use permit for home business (vehicle repair garage and sales)
• Resolution: supplemental appropriation up to $41,500,000 for water project via revenue bond proceeds
• Resolution: supplemental appropriation of $4,595,379.17 from carryover funds
• Approval of contracts for Greene County Reservoir raw‑water intake, pump station (Division 3) and raw‑water main (Division 2)

The Greene County Board entered a closed meeting to discuss real‑property matters, then returned to an open meeting. It authorized the County Administrator to negotiate buying land near the park and approved a special‑use permit allowing up to two horses on a residential parcel. All actions passed unanimously.

• Authorized closed meeting to discuss real‑property acquisition (5‑0)
• Returned to open meeting (5‑0)
• Authorized purchase of park‑adjacent property (5‑0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (5‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for up to two horses on residential land (5‑0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda that includes a resolution to appropriate $199,880 for Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Rounds 2 and 3. The meeting also features public presentations on VDOT updates, the Innovation Corridor roadmap, and an Everblue Energy auditor training grant. Additional items include a memorandum of understanding with VDOT, a $1,700 radiological emergency preparedness grant, and a letter requesting state funds for local social‑services agencies during the federal shutdown.

• Resolution to appropriate $199,880 for Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants (Rounds 2 & 3)
• Memorandum of understanding with VDOT for vehicle and salt storage at the Vehicle Maintenance Facility
• Resolution to appropriate $1,700 for a radiological emergency preparedness grant
• Letter requesting state funds for local Social Services agencies during the federal shutdown
• Public presentations: VDOT quarterly update, Innovation Corridor strategic roadmap, Everblue Energy auditor training grant

The Board voted unanimously to enter a closed meeting to discuss a prospective business expansion and related legal counsel matters. After the closed session, the Board unanimously returned to an open meeting. The agenda was then adopted unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Authorized closed meeting to discuss prospective business and legal matters (unanimous)
• Returned to open meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board will act on a public hearing deferred from August 12 regarding a rezoning request by Route 33 Holdings, LLC for 18.55 acres. The proposal changes 0.29 acres from R-2 (Residential) to B-2 (Business General) and 6.14 acres from R-2 to B-3 (Business Highway and High Intensity). The meeting also includes refunds of $5,435.33 and $7,312.16 to qualified disabled veterans, a supplemental appropriation of $42,889.88 for CSA, and designation of a proxy representative for the annual VACo meeting.

• Rezoning of 18.55 acres on Route 33 Holdings, LLC (0.29 acres R-2 → B-2; 6.14 acres R-2 → B-3)
• Refund request of $5,435.33 for a qualified disabled veteran
• Refund request of $7,312.16 for a qualified disabled veteran
• Resolution to appropriate $42,889.88 for a supplemental CSA appropriation
• Designation of a proxy voter for Greene County at the annual VACo meeting

The Board entered a closed meeting to discuss prospective business and legal matters, then returned to an open meeting. It adopted the agenda and approved the consent agenda, including two veteran tax refunds and a $42,889.88 supplemental appropriation. The Board unanimously approved the rezoning of 18.55 acres for Route 33 Holdings, LLC. By consensus the Board designated Davis Lamb as Greene County’s proxy for the upcoming VACO meeting.

• Authorized closed meeting to discuss prospective business and legal matters (unanimous)
• Returned to open meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved refund of $5,435.33 for a qualified disabled veteran (unanimous)
• Approved refund of $7,312.16 for a qualified disabled veteran (unanimous)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $42,889.88 for CSA (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 18.55 acres for Route 33 Holdings, LLC (unanimous)
• Designated Davis Lamb as county’s proxy representative for VACO meeting (consensus)

General

On October 9, 2025, the Greene County Planning and Zoning Department led a guided bus tour for the Ruckersville Area Committee. The tour ran from 4 pm to 7 pm at the County Administration Building and was intended to show current and planned development projects and explain how the Comprehensive Plan guides land‑use decisions. Participants discussed opportunities and challenges in the Ruckersville area and aimed to foster collaboration among community members.

• View current and planned development projects across the growth area
• Discuss how the Comprehensive Plan guides land‑use decisions
• Greencroft Boulevard area includes Four Seasons (650 units, Phases 1 & 2 complete) and a $700k proffer for a connector road
• Terrace Greene/Village area includes 350 apartments (2010‑2018) and 282 townhomes approved in 2021
• Creekside & Essence areas include proffers, waterline upgrades, and 336 and 258 lots respectively

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a workshop on temporary wells and a public hearing on erosion and sediment control. The board is also set to approve resolutions for a $150,000 NG911 grant and a $475,000 wastewater project with WW Associates.

• Workshop on temporary wells
• Public hearing on erosion and sediment control ordinance
• Approval of $150,000 NG911 PSAP grant
• Approval of $475,000 wastewater project design
• Grant application for county-wide resiliency plan

The Greene County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution allowing the County Administrator to ratify a $475,000 contract with WW Associates for the Stanardsville Wastewater Improvements project. The Board also approved a resolution to pursue a $125,000 Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund grant for a countywide resiliency plan. Additional actions included adopting the agenda, appointing Linda Copeland to the JABA Advisory Council, and approving storm‑water ordinance revisions.

• Entered closed meeting (unanimous Yes)
• Returned to open meeting (unanimous Yes)
• Appointed Linda Copeland to JABA Advisory Council (unanimous Yes)
• Approved storm‑water ordinance revisions (unanimous Yes)
• Approved $475,000 wastewater design contract (4‑1 vote)
• Approved $125,000 flood resiliency grant application (unanimous Yes)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous Yes)
• Approved resolution of appreciation for Greene Care Clinic (unanimous Yes)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit application by James and Jessica Maupin to maintain horses on approximately 6.47 acres of land on Knights Drive, which is zoned R‑1. The hearing will include a staff report, maps, a justification letter, and a presentation. The meeting will also consider old and new business, approve the August 20, 2025 minutes, and discuss other planning matters such as the Ruckersville Advisory Committee and development activity updates.

• Special use permit application for livestock (horses) on Knights Drive, 6.47 acres, R‑1 zoning
• Approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Ruckersville Advisory Committee
• Town of Stanardsville information update
• Update on development activity report

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a resolution to issue up to $43,500,000 in water and sewer revenue bonds. A separate public hearing will consider a deed of easement with Legacy Church of Greene for access, drainage and storm‑water management on TMP 50‑A‑38C and 50‑A‑37. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with several appropriations and a resolution to join opioid‑related settlement claims. Additional items include a grant application for the Fall 2025 Rescue Squad Assistance Fund.

• Public hearing on deed of easement with Legacy Church of Greene for access, drainage and storm‑water on TMP 50‑A‑38C and 50‑A‑37
• Public hearing on resolution authorizing up to $43,500,000 principal amount of water and sewer revenue bonds
• Resolution to appropriate $824,158.53 for a supplemental appropriation for CSA
• Resolution to appropriate $82,122.00 for the Victim Witness grant for the Sheriff’s Office
• Resolution approving County participation in opioid‑related settlements with Alvogen, Amneal, Apotex, Hikma, Indivior, Mylan, Sun and Zydus

The Board entered a closed meeting, returned to open session, and adopted the agenda unanimously. After public hearings, the Board approved the deed of easement that formalizes county access to the water tower via Legacy Church driveway. The motion passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved deed of easement with Legacy Church (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for a home business. The body will also conduct a work session on regulations for agricultural events, wineries, breweries, and distilleries.

• Public hearing for Terra Detamore's special use permit for a vehicle repair garage at 1183 Ford Avenue (SUP25-003)
• Work session on Article 16 regarding Agricultural Events, Farm Wineries, Farm Breweries, and Limited Distilleries
• Review of Article 22 definitions redlines
• Update on Ruckersville Advisory Committee and Town of Stanardsville information

The Greene County Planning Commission adopted specific conditions for a special use permit request to operate a home‑based vehicle repair garage at 1183 Ford Avenue. The commission discussed public testimony both for and against the request, but did not record a vote tally. The decision outlines limits on building size, number of bays, and vehicle counts.

• Adopted conditions for special use permit: 1,500‑sq‑ft one‑story garage, max two business bays, max five vehicles for repair and five for sale

Planning Commission

The Greene County Agricultural and Forestal District Committee will discuss and adopt bylaws, review the current district status, and plan future meetings and topics. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 18, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the County Meeting Room.

• Approval of June 16, 2025 AFD Minutes
• Discussion and adoption of AFD Committee Bylaws
• Review of AFD District status (Current May 9, 2023)
• Discussion of future topics: land use, taxation, and rural economic stabilization
• Proposed quarterly schedule for future meetings

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for a parcel off Spotswood Trail. Members will also decide on financing options for water and sewer projects and review a request for E911 staff salary increases.

• Rezoning request from Route 33 Holdings, LLC for 18.55 acres off Spotswood Trail
• Allocation of $50,000.00 from Tourism Occupancy Tax for restrooms at Greene Commons
• Approval to participate in the Purdue Pharma and Sackler family opioid settlement
• Request for additional salary increases for E911 staff
• Decision on water and sewer projects financing options

The Greene County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to defer the public hearing on the rezoning request from Route 33 Holdings, LLC until additional information is provided. Earlier, the Board authorized a closed meeting, resumed the open meeting, and adopted the agenda, each by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Authorized closed meeting (5-0)
• Returned to open meeting (5-0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (5-0)
• Deferred public hearing on rezoning request (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to accept and appropriate $683,958 of additional state funding for schools. The meeting includes public hearings to amend Article 22 definitions of the Zoning Ordinance concerning repurposed manufactured homes as accessory structures and solar energy generation facilities. A workshop with the Planning Commission will discuss agritourism, and a refund request of $3,109.15 for a qualified disabled veteran will be addressed.

• Public hearing to amend Article 22 definitions on repurposed manufactured homes as accessory structures
• Public hearing to amend Article 22 definitions on solar energy generation facilities
• Resolution to accept and appropriate $683,958.00 of additional state funding for schools
• Refund request of $3,109.15 for a qualified disabled veteran
• Workshop with the Planning Commission regarding agritourism

The Greene County Board of Supervisors approved amendments to Article 22 of the zoning ordinance to prohibit repurposed manufactured homes as accessory structures, passing the motion unanimously. The Board also authorized a closed meeting to discuss litigation matters, then returned to open session, adopted the agenda, and adopted a resolution recognizing the Greene County Lions Club’s 75th anniversary. Additionally, the Board directed the Planning Commission to refine the draft agritourism ordinance based on workshop feedback.

• Authorized closed meeting discussion of litigation matters (unanimous roll call vote)
• Returned to open meeting (unanimous roll call vote)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous roll call vote)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Greene County Lions Club 75th anniversary (unanimous roll call vote)
• Approved zoning amendment restricting repurposed manufactured homes as accessory structures (unanimous roll call vote)
• Directed Planning Commission to refine agritourism ordinance after workshop (decision made, no vote recorded)

General

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The meeting includes a call to order and a closed session pursuant to the Code of Virginia.

The Board voted unanimously to enter a closed meeting to discuss legal matters. It then voted to return to an open meeting and certified that only exempt matters were discussed. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Authorized closed‑meeting discussion of legal matters (5-0)
• Returned to open meeting (5-0)
• Certified only exempt matters were discussed (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application from Route 33 Holdings, LLC. The commission will also review development activity updates and information regarding the Town of Stanardsville.

• Public hearing for RZ25-001 Route 33 Holdings, LLC
• Update on Development Activity
• Town of Stanardsville information
• Ruckersville Advisory Committee Meeting (Canceled)

The commission heard a rezoning request from Route 33 Holdings for parcel 60C‑A‑24. Ms. Hawkins moved to approve the rezoning (RZ 25‑001) converting 0.29 acre to B2 and 6.14 acre to B3. No vote outcome or final decision was recorded in the minutes.

Board of Supervisors

The board will hold public hearings to consider amending Article 22 definitions for indoor recreation and health‑fitness centers and to review a special use permit request for a childcare center at 919 Morning Glory Turn. The consent agenda includes several appropriations, including $2,815.98 supplemental state funds, $124,290.45 revenues and donations, $77,082.00 opioid settlement funds, and $51,400.00 Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant. The board will also consider a request from Greene Commons to build restroom facilities.

• Public hearing to amend Article 22 definitions for indoor recreation and health‑fitness centers
• Public hearing for special use permit for a childcare center at 919 Morning Glory Turn
• Appropriation of $2,815.98 supplemental state funds for vacancy savings in the Treasurer’s Office
• Appropriation of $124,290.45 revenues and donations received in FY25
• Request from Greene Commons to build restroom facilities

The Board adopted a public hearing amendment to the zoning ordinance that updates indoor recreation definitions and creates a new definition for health and fitness centers, making them a by‑right use in business districts and removing the special‑use permit requirement. The amendment was approved by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The Board also approved a special‑use permit for an in‑home childcare center and adopted the consent agenda, which included several appropriations.

• Closed meeting authorized (5‑0 unanimous)
• Returned to open meeting (5‑0 unanimous)
• Agenda adopted as amended (5‑0 unanimous)
• Approved zoning amendments for indoor recreation and health‑fitness centers (5‑0 unanimous)
• Approved special‑use permit for childcare center at 919 Morning Glory Turn (5‑0 unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including multiple appropriations (5‑0 unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will consider a revised Water Supply Plan and employee performance bonuses. The board will also vote on accepting two grants for emergency services and victim support.

• Appropriation of $8,865.00 for the First Responder Wellness grant for the Emergency Medical Services office
• Appropriation of $45,000.00 for the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Victim Fund Grant
• Presentation of Water Supply Plan revision by Herb White, WW Associates
• Approval of performance bonus for employees

The board voted unanimously to hold a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters. After the closed session, they voted unanimously to resume the open meeting and confirmed only exempt items were discussed. The board also unanimously adopted the agenda and appointed Madeleine Ledford as the alternate member of the Board of Zoning Appeals for a five‑year term ending June 30 2030.

• Authorized closed meeting discussion (unanimous)
• Returned to open meeting (unanimous)
• Certified only exempt matters were discussed (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Appointed Madeleine Ledford as Zoning Appeals alternate for 5‑year term (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a child care center permit and three zoning ordinance amendments. These include changes to definitions for manufactured homes, fitness centers, and solar energy facilities.

• Special use permit request for a Child Care Center at 919 Morning Glory Turn (SUP25-002)
• Proposed restriction on repurposed manufactured homes as accessory structures (OR#25-001)
• Proposed new definition and by-right use for Health and Fitness Centers (OR25-003)
• Proposed updates to Solar Energy Generation Facilities definitions and performance standards (OR24-002)
• Review of Ruckersville Advisory Committee and Town of Stanardsville information

The commission voted to recommend approval of a special use permit for a home‑based child‑care center at 919 Morning Glory Turn. It also recommended approval of two zoning ordinance revisions: one restricting repurposed manufactured homes as accessory structures (OR25-001) and another allowing health and fitness centers as by‑right uses (OR25-003). No vote was recorded for the solar energy facilities amendment (OR24-002).

• Recommend approval of child‑care special use permit (5‑0)
• Recommend approval of OR25-001 accessory‑structure amendment (4‑1)
• Recommend approval of OR25-003 health‑fitness center amendment (5‑0)

Agricultural and Forestal District Committee

The Greene County Agricultural and Forestal District Committee will consider several agenda items, including approving the draft minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. The committee will discuss adopting new by‑laws for the district, review updates to its website and contact information, examine a proposed brochure, and look at the 2023 district and land‑use maps. No rezoning, contracts, or fee changes are on the agenda.

• Approve draft minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting
• Discuss adopting AFD Committee by‑laws (example from Nelson County)
• Web page updates and contact information for AFD members
• Review proposed AFD brochure
• Review 2023 AFD map and land‑use map

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding employee performance bonuses. The board will also consider a safety action plan and a grant for the Sheriff's Office.

• Public hearing on ordinance for employee performance bonuses
• Appropriation of $193,495.00 for the School Resource Officer grant for the Sheriff's Office
• Resolution to adopt the Move Safely Blue Ridge Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
• Contract renewal with Davenport & Company, LLC
• Participation in the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan five-year update

The Board entered a closed session to discuss exempt matters, then returned to an open session and certified that only those matters were discussed. They appointed Virginia Barefoot as a parent representative to the Community Policy Management Team and approved a proclamation honoring volunteer Andrew Jamison. The Board approved an ordinance permitting performance bonuses for employees (with funding to be decided at the next meeting) and adopted a consent agenda that approved the Move Safely Blue Ridge safety plan, a $193,495 school resource officer grant, a contract renewal with Davenport & Company, and participation in the regional hazard mitigation plan update.

• Authorized closed meeting to discuss exempt matters (unanimous)
• Returned to open meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Virginia Barefoot as Parent Representative to Community Policy Management Team (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation honoring Andrew Jamison (unanimous)
• Approved employee performance bonus ordinance (amended) (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda approving Move Safely Blue Ridge Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda approving $193,495 School Resource Officer grant (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda ratifying contract renewal with Davenport & Company, LLC (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board approved a resolution to accept the Huntington proposal and refinance the 2025 Bond Anticipation Note, authorizing the Economic Development Authority to issue a $14.4 million lease‑revenue bond. The consent agenda items, including contracts for the Rapidan Wastewater Treatment Plant alum feed project and the renovation of 8767 Seminole Trail, were also approved. The Board declared and then ended a local emergency for severe weather and flash flooding, and appropriated the FY 2026 budget. All actions passed by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Approved financing resolution for 2025 Bond Anticipation Note refinancing (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Rapidan Wastewater Treatment Plant alum feed project (unanimous)
• Approved contract for renovation of 8767 Seminole Trail (unanimous)
• Declared local emergency due to severe weather and flash flooding (unanimous)
• Ended local emergency due to severe weather and flash flooding (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to appropriate FY 2026 budget (unanimous)
• Approved closed‑meeting resolution to discuss legal and public‑safety matters (unanimous)
• Approved open‑meeting resolution to resume public session (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will conduct work sessions to review proposed ordinances regarding accessory structures, indoor recreational facilities, and solar panels. The meeting also includes the election of officers for both the County and Town of Stanardsville Planning Commissions.

• Work session on OR25-001 Accessory Structures
• Work session on OR25-003 Indoor Recreational Facilities
• Work session on OR24-002 Solar Panels
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Update of Development Activity report

The commission elected John McCloskey as chairman and Mark Kelpe as vice chairman, each by a 5‑0 vote. The April 16, 2025 minutes were approved with two corrections by a 5‑0 vote. The joint agritourism meeting with the Board of Supervisors was moved to July 27. A public hearing for the indoor recreational facilities ordinance revision (OR25‑003) was scheduled for June.

• Elected John McCloskey as Chairman (5-0)
• Elected Mark Kelpe as Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes with two corrections (5-0)
• Moved joint agritourism meeting with BOS to July 27
• Scheduled public hearing for indoor recreational facilities ordinance revision (OR25-003) in June

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will adopt the FY25-26 county budget and consider a resolution to change definitions in the zoning ordinance for indoor recreation. A public hearing will be held on the proposed Secondary Six Year Plan for FY 26‑31 and the Secondary System Construction Budget for FY 26. The meeting also includes several appropriations resolutions for grants and insurance recoveries, and recognitions of community members.

• Adoption of the Greene County Budget for FY25-26
• Public hearing on the proposed Secondary Six Year Plan for FY 26‑31 and construction budget
• Resolution to appropriate $5,000.00 for the E911 PSAP Data Maintenance and Data Transfer grant
• Resolution to appropriate $12,821.68 for insurance recoveries for the Department of Emergency Services
• Resolution to appropriate $80,000.00 for the DCJS Operation Ceasefire Forensic and Analytical Technology grant for the Sheriff's Office

The Board authorized a closed meeting, then returned to open session, appointed Ralph Morton to the Agricultural and Forestal District Committee, and adopted the FY 2025‑26 budget with a 4‑1 vote. It also approved resolutions honoring Captain Bradley McDaniel, declaring May Older Americans Month, and adopting the secondary six‑year road plan.

• Closed meeting authorized (5-0)
• Returned to open meeting (5-0)
• Appointed Ralph Morton to Agricultural and Forestal District Committee (5-0)
• Agenda adopted as amended (5-0)
• FY 2025‑26 budget adopted (4-1)
• Resolution honoring Captain Bradley McDaniel adopted (5-0)
• May declared Older Americans Month (5-0)
• Secondary Six‑Year Road Plan resolution approved (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget, Capital Improvement Plan, and 2025 tax rates. The body will also consider several funding resolutions and a project commitment for Route 670.

• Public hearing on FY 2025-2026 Budget, Capital Improvement Plan, and Community Development Fee Schedules
• Public hearing and adoption of 2025 tax rates
• Appropriation of $5,159.69 for the OJP Bulletproof Vest Grant for the Sheriff’s Office
• Refund request of $3,493.92 for a qualified disabled veteran
• $6,000 contribution for the Regional Housing Study strategic planning

The Board entered a closed session, then returned to open session. It appointed Peter Wajda to the Planning Commission to fill an unexpired term. The agenda was adopted as presented. Finally, the Board approved the resolution setting the 2025 tax‑relief percentage.

• Closed meeting authorized (5‑0)
• Open meeting resumed (5‑0)
• Peter Wajda appointed to Planning Commission (4‑1)
• Agenda adopted as presented (5‑0)
• Resolution to set 2025 tax‑relief percentage approved (5‑0)

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a work session to consider staff reports on revisions to Article 16 (Brewery/Wine) and Article 22 (Definitions). The session also includes a review of the Town of Stanardsville Comprehensive Plan draft and redline documents. The commission will approve the March 19, 2025 minutes and note that no public hearings are scheduled.

• Staff report on Article 16 Brewery/Wine Redline
• Staff report on Article 16 Brewery/Wine Clean
• Staff report on Article 22 Definitions Redline
• Staff report on Article 22 Definitions Clean
• Review of Town of Stanardsville Comprehensive Plan redline and final draft clean

The Greene County Planning Commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting with a 4-0 vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the commission discussed draft agricultural event ordinance revisions and upcoming joint sessions with the Board of Supervisors. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will hold a public hearing on two special‑use permit requests for home‑based vehicle repair garages located at 144 Moore Road and 1183 Ford Avenue. The meeting will also consider an ordinance to vacate and release easements for water main lines on Vista Heights Road. In addition, the Board will adopt several appropriations, including $17,029 for a health‑department shed and $55,862.38 in donations, and discuss a zoning amendment on accessory structures using mobile homes for storage.

• Public hearing on special use permits for garages at 144 Moore Rd & 1183 Ford Ave
• Public hearing on ordinance to vacate and release easements for water main lines on Vista Heights Road
• Resolution to appropriate $17,029 from the Virginia Department of Health for a shed at the Greene County Health Department
• Resolution to appropriate $55,862.38 for donations received for various departments
• Resolution of intent to amend the Zoning Ordinance regarding accessory structures, specifically using mobile homes as storage buildings

The Greene County Board entered a closed session, then returned to open business. It approved a special‑use permit for a vehicle‑repair garage at 144 Moore Road, denied a similar permit at 1183 Ford Avenue, and adopted an ordinance to vacate water‑line easements on Vista Heights Road. The board also approved a consent agenda with several appropriations and voted to refinance the county’s $14.1 million 2022 Bond Anticipation Note.

• Entered closed meeting (4 Yes, 1 Absent)
• Returned to open meeting (5 Yes)
• Approved special‑use permit for 144 Moore Road, amended hours (5 Yes)
• Denied special‑use permit for 1183 Ford Avenue (5 Yes)
• Approved ordinance to vacate Vista Heights Road water‑line easements (5 Yes)
• Approved consent agenda, including appropriations of $17,029, $9,341.50, $55,862.38 and a paving resolution (5 Yes)
• Approved bond‑refinancing resolution for $14.1 M note (4 Yes, 1 No)

General

The Greene County Agricultural and Forestal District Committee met on April 2, 2025. The committee reviewed the approval process for Agricultural and Forestal Districts and discussed steps for the next renewal. It also considered value taxation options for participants and potential future agenda topics.

• Review approval process for Agricultural and Forestal Districts and plan next renewal
• Discuss value taxation options for Agricultural and Forestal District participants
• Discuss future agenda topics

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a budget discussion for the Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Department. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM. No specific budget figures are listed in the agenda.

• Budget discussion for Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Department

The Board of Supervisors met on March 27, 2025 for a Budget Town Hall on the proposed FY26 budget. The County Administrator presented, and board members answered audience questions. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will consider a bond anticipation note refinance and a water‑supply discussion. It will also vote on several consent‑agenda resolutions, including a FEMA grant for a wastewater pump‑station generator, funding for school amplifiers, and water‑infrastructure improvements in Stanardsville. A public hearing and other routine items are also on the agenda.

• Resolution to allow the County Administrator to approve the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Performance grant application for a generator for wastewater Pump Station 11
• Resolution to support FY 2026 Congressional Community Project Funding for six bi‑directional amplifiers for the six Greene County Public Schools
• Resolution to support FY 2026 Congressional Community Project Funding for improvements to the Stanardsville area water infrastructure
• Resolution to promote Share the Air – a tobacco‑fee and vape‑free environment at Greene County Parks and Recreation facilities
• Bond anticipation note refinance discussion presented by County Administrator Cathy Schafrik

The Board authorized a closed meeting, then returned to an open session. It appointed Dustin Clay and Laurie Chapman to the Agricultural and Forestal District Committee. The agenda was adopted as presented. The consent agenda was approved, authorizing a FEMA grant for a wastewater pump generator, congressional project funding for school amplifiers and Stanardsville water infrastructure, and a Share the Air tobacco‑free initiative.

• Authorized closed meeting to discuss personnel matters (5-0)
• Returned to open meeting (5-0)
• Appointed Dustin Clay to Agricultural and Forestal District Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Laurie Chapman to Agricultural and Forestal District Committee (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including FEMA grant, school amplifiers, water‑infrastructure funding, and Share the Air program (5-0)

General

The Greene County Board of Supervisors is meeting to hold a budget discussion. The meeting is scheduled for March 20, 2025, at the Dyke Volunteer Fire Department.

• Budget discussion

The Greene County Board of Supervisors held a Budget Town Hall on the proposed FY26 budget, during which the County Administrator presented the budget and board members answered audience questions. The board announced a second Budget Town Hall will take place on Thursday, March 27 at the Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Department at 6:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two special use permits for vehicle repair garages. The body will also review the fiscal year 2025/2026 Capital Improvement Plan to make a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors.

• Special use permit request for vehicle repair garage at 144 Moore Road (SUP24-009)
• Special use permit request for vehicle repair garage at 1183 Ford Avenue (SUP25-001)
• Review of the fiscal year 2025/2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Work session on agricultural events, farm wineries, and farm breweries (OR24-004)
• Town of Stanardsville work session on Comprehensive Plan transportation, water, and wastewater chapters

General

The Board of Supervisors will meet to hold a discussion regarding the budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Budget discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hear budget presentations from schools, JABA, the regional library, and water and sewer services. Members will consider resolutions regarding tax rate advertisements and a budget appropriation for building renovations.

• Appropriation of $200,000 for renovations of the Social Services building at 8767 Seminole Trail
• Resolution to authorize advertisement for 2025 tax rates and proposed real property equalized tax rate
• Appropriation of $19,680 in Virginia Circuit Court Records Preservation Program grant funds for the Clerk’s Office
• Appropriation of $3,200 Byrne Justice Local Law Enforcement grant for the Sheriff's Office
• Application for the Spring 2025 Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant

General

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a budget discussion with the Director of Social Services, James Howard. They will also hear a budget presentation from the Director of Emergency Services, Melissa Meador. A general discussion of the county budget will follow.

• Budget discussion with Director of Social Services, James Howard
• Budget presentation by Director of Emergency Services, Melissa Meador
• General county budget discussion

General

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a budget presentation by County Administrator Cathy Schafrik. The board will then discuss the budget with the Commissioner of Revenue, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, the Commonwealth’s Attorney, the Sheriff, and the Treasurer. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Budget presentation by County Administrator Cathy Schafrik
• Budget discussion with Commissioner of Revenue Kim Tate
• Budget discussion with Clerk of the Circuit Court Ashby Lamb‑Gomez
• Budget discussion with Commonwealth’s Attorney Win Consolvo
• Budget discussion with Sheriff Steve Smith and Treasurer Dawn Lotts Marshall

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will consider several public hearings and action items, including a special use permit for an indoor recreation facility and the creation of a new Technology, Flex Research and Development zoning district. The board will vote on a finding of public need for the Route 670 road project and on a resolution to appropriate $500,000 for critical capital work at the Rapidan Wastewater Treatment Plant. Additional items include grant approvals and a local emergency resolution for Winter Storm Harvey.

• Public hearing on a special use permit for Ice Park Holdings, LLC indoor recreation facility
• Public hearing on creating the Technology, Flex Research and Development (TFRD) zoning district
• Approval of the Finding of Public Need for the Route 670 Road Project
• Resolution to appropriate $500,000 for the Rapidan Wastewater Treatment Plant Alum Feed project
• Resolution to accept and appropriate $9,050 for the Commonwealth of Virginia 2024 Election Grant

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 19, 2025, was cancelled due to inclement weather. The agenda included a public hearing for a home business permit and a review of the 2025/2026 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Special use permit request for a vehicle repair garage at 144 Moore Road (SUP24-009)
• Recommendation for the fiscal year 2025/2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Work session on agricultural events, farm wineries, and breweries (OR24-004)

General

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold a joint workshop with the Planning Commission. The discussion will focus on the Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal year 2026 and related budget priorities. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Joint workshop with Planning Commission to discuss FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two planning proposals: a special use permit for an indoor recreation facility by Ice Park Holdings, LLC, and the creation of a new Technology, Flex Research and Development (TFRD) zoning district. The board will also approve a Finding of Public Need for the Route 670 Road Project and consider a refund request of $2,875.94 for a qualified disabled veteran. A joint workshop with the Planning Commission will discuss the FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan and budget priorities.

• Joint workshop with Planning Commission on FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan and budget
• Public hearing on Ice Park special use permit for indoor recreation facility
• Public hearing on creation of Technology, Flex Research and Development (TFRD) zoning district
• Approval of Finding of Public Need for Route 670 Road Project
• Refund request of $2,875.94 for a qualified disabled veteran

Board of Supervisors

The Greene County Board of Supervisors will consider several financial actions, including accepting a $138,999 BRIC grant for building inspections and a $24,996 grant for the Forest Sustainability Fund. They will also vote to guarantee the performance of Vista Heights Drive as part of the state secondary highway system for one year. Additional items include a public hearing, a review of the water system financial model, and presentations recognizing community service and fire department EMS licensing.

• Accept and appropriate $138,999.00 for the BRIC Capability and Capacity grant for Building Inspections
• Accept and appropriate $24,996.16 for the Department of Forestry's Forest Sustainability Fund grant for Parks and Recreation
• Resolution to guarantee the performance of Vista Heights Drive as part of the Secondary System of State Highways for one year
• Public hearing on agenda items
• Review of the water system financial model presented by Sheryl Bailey, Virginia Tech

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Planning Commission will meet to elect officers and conduct a review of its by-laws. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Election of Officers
• By-Law Review

Planning Commission

The Greene County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Ice Park Holdings, LLC's request for a special use permit for an indoor recreation facility on parcel TMP# 66-(A)-6E off Deerfield Drive. The parcel is 2.53 acres, zoned PUD, and identified as a Mixed Use Village Center on the Future Land Use Map. The commission will also discuss creating a new Technology, Flex Research and Development (TFRD) zoning district for high‑tech enterprises within the county's growth area. Additional agenda items include reviewing and approving draft by‑laws and meeting minutes.

• Special use permit request for Ice Park indoor recreation facility (TMP# 66-(A)-6E, 2.53 acres, PUD)
• Proposed creation of Technology, Flex Research and Development (TFRD) zoning district
• Review and approval of By‑Laws 2025 DRAFT
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes draft dated 12/18/2024
• Update of development activity

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and establish its 2025 meeting schedule and bylaws. The body will also appoint representatives and liaisons to various local and regional boards and commissions.

• Refund requests for qualified disabled veterans in the amounts of $4,775.39 and $3,262.90
• Appropriation of $78,532.00 for the Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant
• Resolution to accept Vista Heights Drive into the Secondary System of State Highways
• Resolution to rescind intent to amend the Zoning Ordinance regarding Rural Enterprise Centers
• Termination of MOU with Brightspeed to move forward with Firefly