Harrisonburg, Virginia
Upcoming
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and a special use permit. The body will also consider amendments to the Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances.
- Rezoning request for 435, 445, 457, 473, 483 & 495 South Main Street and 282, 288, 294 & 298 South Liberty Street (The Lindsey Apartments)
- Rezoning request for 704 N Liberty Street
- Special use permit request for 704 N Liberty Street
- Proposed amendments to the Subdivision Ordinance
- Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments regarding manufactured housing and R-8 district minimum lot width
Recent meetings
Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board
The Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board is meeting to handle standard agenda items. The only listed item of business is approval of draft minutes from the May 28, 2026 meeting. The agenda also includes a closed session. No other specific proposals, contracts, or public hearings are detailed in the agenda.
- Approval of draft minutes from May 28, 2026 meeting
- Closed session (agenda item 6)
- No financial items, ordinances, or public hearings listed
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several ordinance amendments to increase water, sewer, and stormwater utility rates and fees. The body will also consider a rezoning request and multiple special event applications for late 2026.
- Rezoning request for 850 Canterbury Court
- Ordinance amendment to increase water, sewer/authority, and seasonal tiered rates
- Amendments to Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Fees and Stormwater Utility Fee
- Special event applications for Block Party in the Burg, African American Festival, and two EMU events
- Supplemental appropriations for the General Fund and General Capital Projects Fund
City Council
Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority
The Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority will review a purchase agreement for the Glens Fair Price Building and financing for Blue Stone Town Center. The body will also consider a request for proposals for Court Square Theater management and discuss stepped rents.
- Purchase Agreement for Glens Fair Price Building
- 9% and 4% Permanent Financing for Blue Stone Town Center
- Request For Proposals for Court Square Theater Management
- Commerce Village LLC audit
- Updates on Lineweaver Annex Renovation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a work session regarding the Zoning Ordinance Update Project. The meeting includes a presentation on the Communications and Public Engagement Plan and a review of draft zoning text and maps.
- Presentation on the Communications and Public Engagement Plan for the Zoning Ordinance Update Project
- Review of draft Zoning Ordinance text and draft Zoning Map
- Discussion of draft Article B. Zoning Districts and portions of Article C. Use Regulations
Transportation Safety & Advisory Commission
The Transportation Safety & Advisory Commission will hear staff recommendations on making the East Market Street (US-33) demonstration project permanent, and consider endorsing the proposed changes. Staff also will present the upcoming Safe Streets for All planning effort, including the Safety Action Plan and other transportation plans, and review 2025 crash trends.
- Staff seeks TSAC endorsement of permanent changes at East Market Street & Betts Road/Court intersection
- Overview of SS4A planning: Safety Action Plan, Complete Streets Design Guide, Safe Routes to School, Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan update
- 2025 citywide crash summary and trend analysis
- Public comment period at start of meeting (5 minutes per speaker)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for several special use permits and one rezoning request. These items include requests for a short-term rental, a meat processing facility, and residential development.
- Special use permit for short-term rental at 453 West Water Street
- Special use permit for meat processing and storage facility at 256 Charles Street
- Rezoning request for 2210 and 2230 East Market Street
- Special use permit for townhomes at 2210 and 2230 East Market Street
City Council
The City Council will consider a public hearing regarding the fiscal year 2026-2027 real estate tax rate. The meeting includes several land use requests for special use permits and rezoning, as well as proposed changes to water, sewer, and stormwater fees.
- Public hearing for a $1.01 per $100 real estate tax rate
- Special use permit request for 1315 Carrera Lane
- Rezoning request for 850 Canterbury Court
- Rezoning and special use permit requests for 1340 South Main Street
- Proposed ordinance amendments for water, sewer, and stormwater fees
City Council
The agenda is for a test meeting. It contains only procedural boilerplate items.
School Board
The Harrisonburg School Board meeting is largely procedural with adoption of consent agenda and public comments. The only substantive item is an information item on Policy 733, which concerns testing programs. No action items are listed.
- Discussion of Policy 733 Testing Programs
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a meeting to elect officers, approve past minutes, and consider adopting proposed updates to its Rules of Procedure. The agenda also includes a presentation on FOIA and Ex Parte Communications by the Deputy City Attorney, and a presentation on sample staff reports. No specific variance requests or appeals are scheduled.
- Consideration and possible adoption of proposed updates to the Rules of Procedure (2026 Update)
- Presentation on Freedom of Information Act & Ex Parte Communications by Deputy City Attorney
- Presentation on Sample Staff Reports by Zoning Administrator
- Election of officers
- Approval of minutes from May 6, 2024
Bicycle and Pedestrian Sub-Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Sub-Committee will discuss potential changes to pedestrian signal phasing to accommodate emergency vehicles. Staff will also present 2025 crash data involving pedestrians and cyclists from the VDOT crash analysis tool.
- Pedestrian signal phasing and accommodation changes for emergency vehicle interactions
- Review of 2025 crash data for people biking or walking
- Updates on funded projects
Electoral Board
City Council
This is a test agenda containing only procedural items such as roll call, moment of silence, pledge of allegiance, and a consent agenda with a test item. No decisions or discussions of consequence are scheduled.
- Consent agenda includes a test agenda item
Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board
The Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board will review financial reports and an advisory board update. Old business includes ECC and backup site renovations, JMU phone upgrades, hiring, a jail BDA, a microwave project, emergency alert notifications, Hardy/Pendleton County MOUs, and an AI project called Gov-Worx. New business covers NXGen 911 reimbursement and a JMU memorandum of understanding. The board may also enter closed session.
- ECC and Backup Site Renovations
- JMU Phone Upgrades
- Hiring/Recruitment
- AI – Gov-Worx
- NXGen 911 Reimbursement
City Council
City Council will hold a public hearing on setting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 real estate tax rate. The body will also consider adopting the FY 2026-2027 budget and the corresponding Appropriation Ordinance.
- Public hearing on real estate tax rate of $1.01 per $100 of assessed value
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and Appropriation Ordinance
- Rezoning request from Collicello North LLC for addresses on Collicello Street and Kates Lane
- Approval of 2026 CDBG Action Plan
- Ordinance for administrative issuance of Encroachment Licenses in downtown
Harrisonburg City Council unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and adopted a real estate tax rate of $1.01 per $100 of assessed value, unchanged from the prior year. Council also approved a $555,809 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan, an updated Stormwater Improvement Plan, and a VDOT grant resolution. Several items were passed on the consent agenda, including a rezoning on Collicello Street and Kates Lane and an ordinance for administrative encroachment licenses downtown. A presentation on homelessness and the Point in Time Count was received and filed.
- Approved FY 2026-2027 budget and appropriation ordinance (5-0)
- Approved real estate tax rate of $1.01 per $100 assessed value (5-0)
- Approved 2026 CDBG Action Plan with $555,809 total allocation (5-0)
- Approved Stormwater Improvement Plan update (5-0)
- Adopted VDOT project funding and signature authority resolution (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including rezoning at Collicello St and Kates Lane and downtown encroachment license ordinance (5-0)
Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority
The Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority will meet to approve minutes and review financial reports. The agenda includes updates on strategic initiatives, such as the Bluestone Town Center and Lineweaver Annex Renovation, as well as reports on housing vouchers and property utilization.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Review of Bluestone Town Center progress
- Review of Lineweaver Annex Renovation
- Housing Choice Voucher program report
- Commerce Village and Commerce Village II reports
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will consider approving the 2026 Harrisonburg Entrepreneurship Development Initiative (HEDI) grant recipients. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.
- Consider approving the Harrisonburg Entrepreneurship Development Initiative (HEDI) grant recipients for 2026
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve past minutes, conduct an annual review of amended bylaws, and elect a chairman and vice chairman. A director's report and project updates are also on the agenda. No major funding decisions or policy changes are scheduled for discussion.
- Annual review of amended bylaws and election of chairman and vice chairman
- Approval of November 2025 meeting minutes; January and March 2026 meetings were cancelled
- Director's report and project updates
Planning Commission
The Harrisonburg Planning Commission will review multiple requests to rezone properties and grant special use permits, including a proposed multifamily development on South Main Street. The body will also discuss initiating amendments to the Zoning Ordinance.
- Consider rezoning 850 Canterbury Court
- Consider rezoning 1351 & 1361 Peach Grove Avenue
- Consider special use permit at 1315 Carrera Lane
- Consider special use permit at 1340 South Main Street (multifamily)
- Consider initiating Zoning Ordinance amendments
The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a special use permit for a short-term rental at 1315 Carrera Lane. The applicant requested the permit to operate the rental more than 90 nights per year, exceeding the homestay limit. The recommendation will go to City Council on June 9, 2026. The second agenda item, a rezoning request at 850 Canterbury Court, was discussed but no decision was recorded in the minutes.
- Recommended approval of special use permit for short-term rental at 1315 Carrera Lane (7-0)
Stormwater Advisory Committee
City / County Liaison Committee
The committee will meet at City Hall to discuss a facilities update. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.
- Facilities Update
City Council
The Harrisonburg City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and Appropriation Ordinance. The meeting also includes public hearings for special use permits at 140 East Wolfe Street and 165 South Main Street, and a rezoning request for the Collicello North master development plan.
- Consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and Appropriation Ordinance
- Public hearing for special use permit at 140 East Wolfe Street
- Public hearing for special use permit at 165 South Main Street
- Public hearing for rezoning at Collicello Street and Kates Lane
- Consider adopting an Ordinance for administrative issuance of Encroachment Licenses in downtown
City Council approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and several special use permits. The council also adopted a new ordinance for downtown encroachment licenses and amended a master development plan for Collicello Street and Kates Lane.
- Adopted Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and Appropriation Ordinance (5-0)
- Approved special use permit for Mick or Mack LC at 140 East Wolfe Street (5-0)
- Approved special use permit for Big Brother and Holdings CO LLC at 165 South Main Street (5-0)
- Approved amendment to master development plan for Collicello Street and Kates Lane (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance for administrative issuance of Encroachment Licenses in downtown (5-0)
- Endorsed staff's 2026 Zoning Ordinance Update approach and disbanded Ordinance Advisory Committee (3-2)
- Approved nominations for Virginia Municipal League Policy Committees (5-0)
- Approved April 28, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
City Council
This is a special meeting of the Harrisonburg City Council. The only agenda item is a closed session, authorized under Virginia law, to consult with legal counsel regarding actual or probable litigation. No public hearings, ordinances, or other votes are scheduled.
- Closed session under Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(7) for consultation on litigation
The special meeting consisted solely of entering closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding litigation, followed by certification and adjournment. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or resolutions were adopted.
- Approved motion to enter closed session for litigation consultation (5-0)
- Certified closed session complied with Virginia FOIA requirements (unanimous)
School Board
The Harrisonburg School Board will discuss Policy 738 regarding school libraries as an information item. The meeting also includes a consent agenda, recognitions, action items, and public comment periods. No votes on the policy are listed; it is only under discussion.
- Information item: Policy 738 School Libraries (attachments provided)
- Consent agenda for routine approvals
- Action items (unspecified)
- Public comment periods for both agenda and non-agenda items
- Closed session planned
Environmental Performance Standards Advisory Committee
The Environmental Performance Standards Advisory Committee will hear public comment on private development environmental standards and receive a special presentation on the EN-ROADS climate model. The committee will discuss a request to create a rubric for evaluating development proposals against the Environmental Action Plan, and receive updates on focus areas and city environmental initiatives.
- Public comment by Carl Larsson on private development environmental standards
- Special presentation: EN-ROADS by Climate Interactive and MIT
- Discussion on EPSAC CMO Request for an EAP rubric for development
- Update on current city environmental initiatives from Sustainability Manager
- Approval of October 2025 meeting summary
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget and consider a major rezoning request for 435-495 South Main Street and 282-298 South Liberty Street (The Link Apartments). The consent agenda includes two rezoning requests (361 Franklin Street and 851 Madison Street) and three special event permits. Also up for vote is a resolution authorizing participation in the six remnant defendants National Opioid Settlement.
- Public hearing on FY 2026-2027 proposed budget
- Rezone 435, 445, 457, 473, 483 & 495 South Main Street and 282, 288, 294 & 298 South Liberty Street (The Link Apartments)
- Rezone (proffer amendment) 361 Franklin Street
- Rezone 851 Madison Street for Center for Health and Human Development
- Resolution to join six remnant defendants National Opioid Settlement
City Council approved several special event applications and two rezoning requests via a consent agenda. A rezoning request for The Link Apartments was tabled until June 23, 2026, following a public hearing. Council also authorized participation in a National Opioid Settlement.
- Approved remote participation for Mayor Reed (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved special event for Harrisonburg City Public Schools End of Year Celebration (5-0)
- Approved special event for Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance’s Best.Weekend.Ever (5-0)
- Approved special event for Valley 4th Run (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 361 Franklin Street on second reading (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 851 Madison Street on second reading (5-0)
- Tabled rezoning of South Main Street and South Liberty Street (The Link Apartments) until June 23, 2026 (5-0)
- Adopted resolution to participate in National Opioid Settlement (unanimous voice vote)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Sub-Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Sub-Committee will receive staff presentations on the history of bike/ped plans, sidewalk construction processes, and initial data from a permanent counter on the Friendly City Trail. An update on SMART SCALE Round 7 project applications and funded project updates will also be discussed. Public comments are accepted.
- Bike/ped counting data from permanent counter on Friendly City Trail (installed Summer 2025)
- Overview of sidewalk construction process and past/current sidewalk projects
- Update on city's planned SMART SCALE Round 7 project applications
- Review of funded project updates (attached)
- Public comment period for observations and concerns
The subcommittee reviewed the history of city bike and pedestrian plans and current sidewalk infrastructure. Staff presented data from bike/ped counters and provided updates on the Vine Street Corridor safety improvements. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded.
Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority
The Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority will review financial and management reports. The body will discuss a resolution regarding the Seales Senior and Family Project and provide updates on strategic initiatives.
- Resolution Seales Senior and Family Project
- Bluestone Town Center updates
- Lineweaver Annex Renovation updates
- Great Community Give 2026
- Housing Choice Voucher and Grant reports
City Council
The Harrisonburg City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests — one at 361 Franklin Street and another at 851 Madison Street — along with a special use permit for the Madison Street property. Regular items include a presentation of the proposed FY 2026-2027 budget, an overview of an Artificial Intelligence Policy, and a presentation on Automated License Plate Readers. The consent agenda includes special event applications for the library's summer kick-off, a pride celebration, and a half marathon, plus supplemental appropriations for various funds and the school board.
- Public hearing on rezoning (proffer amendment) at 361 Franklin Street
- Public hearing on rezoning at 851 Madison Street (Center for Health and Human Development)
- Public hearing on special use permit at 851 Madison Street
- Presentation of City Manager's Proposed FY 2026-2027 Budget
- Presentation of proposed restoration and renovation of City Hall complex
The council approved two rezoning requests: 361 Franklin Street (proffer amendment) and 851 Madison Street (for affordable housing by Center for Health and Human Development), along with a special use permit for the latter. They also approved a sculpture design for Ralph Sampson Park roundabout and the consent agenda (special events, supplemental appropriations). All votes were 4-0 with the mayor absent. The FY 2026-2027 budget presentation was received, and council consented to proceed with the proposed real estate tax rate.
- Approved rezoning (proffer amendment) at 361 Franklin Street (4-0)
- Approved rezoning to R-8 at 851 Madison Street for affordable housing (4-0)
- Approved special use permit at 851 Madison Street (4-0)
- Approved sculpture design by Maxwell Emcays for Spraygrounds roundabout (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda: special events (MRL Summer Kick-Off, Pride Celebration, Half Marathon) and supplemental appropriations (4-0)
- Received and filed presentations on Planning Commission annual report, Harrison House, AI policy, budget, ALPRs, and City Hall renovation
Planning Commission
The Harrisonburg Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three requests: a special use permit at 140 East Wolfe Street, a special use permit at 165 South Main Street, and an amendment to the approved master development plan for properties on Collicello Street and Kates Lane. The commission will also discuss initiating zoning ordinance amendments related to poultry hatcheries, shopping center parking, and a Zoning Ordinance update, and clarify previous actions on the March 11 meeting items.
- Public hearing on special use permit at 140 East Wolfe Street (Mick or Mack LC)
- Public hearing on special use permit at 165 South Main Street (Big Brother and Holdings CO LLC)
- Public hearing on amendment to Collicello North master development plan for addresses on Collicello Street and Kates Lane (Collicello North LLC)
- Consider initiating Zoning Ordinance amendments on poultry hatcheries, shopping center parking, and Zoning Ordinance update
- Clarify prior actions on special use permit at 851 Madison Street and rezoning at The Link Apartments
The Planning Commission recommended approval of a special use permit for Mick or Mack LC to operate a tavern, arcade, and beer canning line. The recommendation includes a condition that canning, bottling, and packaging be limited to the area shown on the concept plan. The matter moves to City Council on May 12, 2026.
- Recommended approval of special use permit for manufacturing, processing, and assembly at 140 East Wolfe Street (5-0)
- Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes with staff amendment (5-0)
Transportation Safety & Advisory Commission
The Transportation Safety & Advisory Commission will discuss data from the temporary R-Cut project at East Market Street and Betts Drive. Staff will also summarize crash histories for previous safety implementations. The commission will elect a chair to serve on the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee.
- East Market Street & Betts Drive Intersection Treatment data presentation
- Summary of crash history for previous safety implementations
- Election of Commission Chair
The Transportation Safety & Advisory Commission held a discussion-focused meeting on April 8, 2026. Public comments raised concerns about the temporary R-cut at East Market Street and Betts Road, including cut-through traffic and safety at other intersections. Staff presented crash data and explained next steps. The commission postponed the election of a chair to allow more citizen member participation.
- Postponed election of commission chair to allow more citizen committee member participation
Electoral Board
The Electoral Board will discuss logistics for the upcoming April 21st election. The body will review the Election Day schedule and polling location assignments. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel and election security practices.
- Review and approval of April 21st Election Day schedule
- Review of Electoral Board polling location assignments for April 21st
- Closed session regarding personnel matters and election security practices
Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board
The Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board will meet to discuss ongoing infrastructure projects and staffing. The board will review reports on finances and advisory board updates.
- ECC and Backup Site Renovations
- JMU Phone Upgrades
- Hardy/Pendleton County MOUs
- Microwave Project
- Jail BDA
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 CDBG Action Plan and consider several items including revisions to financial management policies, an addendum to a downtown park donation agreement, and multiple supplemental appropriations for city funds and the school board. The consent agenda includes an ordinance temporarily changing voting precincts and the disposal of public property at 301 S. Main Street.
- Consider disposing of public property at 301 S. Main Street via contract and deed
- Enact an ordinance temporarily changing certain voting precincts
- Public hearing on the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan
- Consider revisions to the City's Financial Management Policies
- Consider supplemental appropriations for the General Fund, Water Capital Projects Fund, Water Fund, Stormwater Fund, and Harrisonburg City School Board (HCPS)
The City Council approved updates to the city's financial management policies and several supplemental funding requests. Additional actions included approving a park donation agreement addendum and appointing a new member to the Economic Development Advisory Committee.
- Approved ordinance changing certain voting precincts (2nd reading)
- Approved ordinance for disposal of public property at 301 S. Main Street (2nd reading)
- Approved revisions to City Financial Management Policies (4-0)
- Approved addendum to Downtown Harrisonburg Park Donation Agreement (5-0)
- Approved $255,000 supplemental appropriation for land near HFD Station Four and $174,403 for Eastern Source project (5-0)
- Approved supplemental appropriation for Saufley Farm (5-0)
- Approved $1,398,507.29 increase to School Fund and $56,369.17 to School Capital Projects (5-0)
- Approved reallocation of $1,481,630.83 from Rocktown High School project to Facilities project (5-0)
Bicycle and Pedestrian Sub-Committee
The subcommittee will elect a Chair for the 2026 calendar year and confirm its 2026 meeting schedule. Staff will provide updates on SMART SCALE Round 7 project applications and overview capital project funding sources. The meeting includes updates on funded projects.
- Election of Subcommittee Chair for 2026
- SMART SCALE Round 7 project application updates
- Overview of state and federal grant funding sources for transportation
- Review of funded project updates
The subcommittee unanimously elected Jared Wark as chair. Members confirmed proposed 2026 meeting dates. Discussion covered snow removal, Smart Scale projects, and funding sources, but no formal votes were taken on those topics.
- Elected Jared Wark as Subcommittee Chair (unanimous)
- Confirmed proposed 2026 meeting dates and tentative additional meetings (consensus)
Board of Equalization
The Board of Equalization will conduct a single hearing on a property assessment appeal from Alleghany Partners, LLC regarding the Schewels property. No other business is on the agenda.
- Public hearing on property assessment appeal: Alleghany Partners, LLC (Schewels)
Board of Equalization
The Harrisonburg Board of Equalization will hold a meeting to hear new business items, specifically property assessment appeals. The agenda lists four appeals: Encore Hospitality & Hills North SH Owner (TM #013 A 3 & 092 F 8), McWhirter Liberty Sq / Grand Duke (TM #019 F 39-42), Devon Lane Group for Harrison at JMU (TM #087 A 2 & 092 B 1), and Aldi's (TM #073 B 2). No decisions or outcomes are recorded; the items are listed for discussion.
- Encore Hospitality & Hills North SH Owner, LLC – TM #013 A 3 & 092 F 8
- McWhirter Liberty Sq / Grand Duke – TM #019 F 39, 019 F 40, 019 F 41, 019 F 42
- Devon Lane Group for Harrison at JMU – TM #087 A 2 & 092 B 1
- Aldi's – TM #073 B 2
Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority
The Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority will consider a Letter of Intent for the Bluestone Town Center project and review 2025 budget overruns. The board will also receive updates on strategic initiatives including homeownership, neighborhood revitalization, and addressing homelessness. Management reports cover Housing Choice Voucher, property utilization, and financial updates.
- Bluestone Town Center Letter of Intent
- 2025 Budget Overruns
- Lineweaver Annex Renovation update
- HRHA Owned Properties Utilization (Box Score & Unit Availability)
- Shenandoah Housing and Lineweaver Annex Corporation update
Board of Equalization
The Board of Equalization will hold a single new business item regarding DD Foxhill, involving 43 parcels. The agenda is otherwise procedural with no additional details on the nature of the discussion or decision.
- New business: DD Foxhill – 43 parcels
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
This meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur. The next scheduled meeting is Monday, May 18, 2026.
- Meeting cancelled — no action taken.
- Planned annual review of amended bylaws and election of chairman and vice chairman will not occur.
- Next meeting set for May 18, 2026 at Lucy F. Simms Continuing Education Center.
City - School Liaison Committee
The City-School Liaison Committee will hear presentations on Students of Color and the school bus division, then discuss topics including ICE activity in the city, Virginia SOL test ratings for 2024-2025, bus driver hiring and retention, population growth and facilities capacity, and a response to a City Council question about demographics of high school students who did not graduate.
- Presentation on Students of Color
- Discussion of Virginia SOL test ratings for 2024-2025
- Update on bus driver hiring and retention
- School division philosophy on population growth and facilities capacity
- Discussion of ICE activity in the city
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four items: a proffer amendment to rezone 361 Franklin Street, a rezoning and a separate special use permit at 851 Madison Street, and a major rezoning of multiple parcels for The Link Apartments on South Main and South Liberty Streets. Commissioners will also review the Planning Commission and Planning & Zoning annual reports for 2025. No final decisions are made at this meeting; the commission will forward recommendations to City Council.
- Public hearing on proffer amendment to rezone 361 Franklin Street (Katherine S Moran and Marcie E Harris)
- Public hearing on rezoning 851 Madison Street (Center for Health and Human Development)
- Public hearing on special use permit at 851 Madison Street (Center for Health and Human Development)
- Public hearing on rezoning 435, 445, 457, 473, 483 & 495 South Main Street and 282, 288, 294 & 298 South Liberty Street (The Link Apartments) by Trenton Inc. and Bernard LC
- Review of Planning Commission Annual Report 2025 and Planning & Zoning Division Annual Report 2025
The Harrisonburg Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of four property rezoning and permit requests to the City Council for final action on April 14, 2026. These zoning actions determine building setbacks for single-family homes and density standards for multi-unit housing in those neighborhoods. The commission also approved the February meeting minutes and the 2025 Planning Commission Annual Report by voice vote.
- Approved February 11, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote 6-0)
- Recommended approval for proffer amendment at 361 Franklin Street allowing a porch roof setback variance (roll call 6-0)
- Recommended approval for rezoning and special use permit at 851 Madison Street to City Council (motion carried)
- Recommended approval for rezoning of The Link Apartments properties on South Main and Liberty Streets (roll call 5-1, Vice Chair Porter opposed)
- Approved the 2025 Planning Commission Annual Report to forward to City Council (voice vote 6-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings and consider several items including a rezoning request for South Main Street, disposal of city property at 301 S. Main Street, and amendments to the ordinance on fowl. Other business includes variances for Franklin Street, a presentation on schools, a real estate contract with 7-11, and termination of the local emergency declared in January.
- Rezone portion of 2600 and 2580 South Main Street (Todd B. Stone request)
- Amendments to Ordinance Section 15-2-24 on fowl, chickens, and domestic birds
- Disposal of public property at 301 S. Main Street
- Variance request from The Edge Realty Partners LLC for street design on Franklin Street
- Real estate contract ratification between City and 7-11, Inc.
City Council approved the sale of city-owned property at 301 S. Main Street (Quilt Museum) to private buyers Annie McDonald and John Buller, with a 5-0 vote. The consent agenda was adopted, including rezoning of 2600/2580 South Main Street and amendments to the fowl ordinance. Council also approved a subdivision variance for Franklin Street, a real estate contract with 7-11 for Fire Station 4 land, and terminated the January 2026 local emergency declaration. Public comments on the Flock Safety automated license plate recognition system were heard but no action was taken.
- Approved consent agenda (5-0) including rezoning of 2600/2580 S. Main Street, fowl ordinance amendments, and prior meeting minutes
- Approved sale of 301 S. Main Street (Quilt Museum) to Annie McDonald and John Buller (5-0)
- Approved subdivision variance for street design at 625/630 Franklin Street and 765 E. Market Street (5-0)
- Adopted resolution ratifying real estate contract with 7-11 for land on N. Mason Street for Fire Station 4 expansion (5-0)
- Approved ordinance terminating Declaration of Local Emergency dated January 2026 (5-0)
School Board
The School Board will review Policy 705 regarding curriculum. The meeting includes information items, action items, and a closed session.
- Policy 705 - Curriculum
Electoral Board
The Electoral Board will meet to approve minutes, receive a report from the Director of Elections, and review new Officers of Election. The board will also discuss GR/EB duties and delegations. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
- Review of new Officers of Election
- Review of GR/EB duties and delegations
- Report from Director of Elections
City Council
The Harrisonburg City Council will hold public hearings on a special use permit at 660 Walnut Lane, a rezoning of part of 2600 and 2580 South Main Street, the FY2026-2027 through 2030-2031 Capital Improvement Program, and a special use permit at 380 Sunrise Avenue. Regular items include amendments to the ordinance on fowl and chickens and an ordinance temporarily changing voting precincts. The consent agenda approves minutes and amends city code on meeting order and special meetings.
- Special use permit at 660 Walnut Lane (Craig D. and Sue W. Smith)
- Rezoning of portion of 2600 and 2580 South Main Street (Todd B. Stone)
- FY2026-2027 through 2030-2031 Capital Improvement Program
- Special use permit at 380 Sunrise Avenue (Jason Burch)
- Proposed amendments to Ordinance Section 15-2-24 on fowl, chickens, and domestic birds
City Council approved the FY2026-2027 through 2030-2031 Capital Improvement Program. The council also approved several zoning requests, ordinance amendments regarding chickens and meeting procedures, and temporary changes to voting precincts.
- Approved FY2026-2027 through 2030-2031 Capital Improvement Program (5-0)
- Approved special use permit for 660 Walnut Lane (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 2580 and 2600 S. Main Street from M-1 to R-3C (5-0)
- Approved special use permit for reduced setback at 380 Sunrise Avenue (5-0)
- Approved ordinance amendments for chicken permit requirements (5-0)
- Approved temporary ordinance changing certain voting precincts (5-0)
- Approved amendment to Code Section 2-3-23 General Order of Business (5-0)
- Approved amendment to Code Section 2-2-6 Special Meetings (5-0)
TSAC / Bicycle and Pedestrian Sub-Committee Joint Meeting
The joint subcommittee will review a summary of potential projects for state funding through the SMART SCALE program. Staff will also present road segments scheduled for repaving during the 2026 season.
- 2026 SMART SCALE applications summary
- 2026 repaving schedule and segment changes
The Transportation Safety and Advisory Commission and Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee held a joint informational meeting on February 23, 2026. Staff presented seven SMART SCALE grant applications for pedestrian and bike improvements, and detailed the 2026 repaving schedule including lane reconfigurations on Neff Avenue and other streets. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the meeting was limited to presentations and discussion.
Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board
The Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board will meet to review financial reports and project updates. The board is scheduled to discuss new Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with Hardy and Pendleton counties.
- Hardy/Pendleton County MOUs
- ECC and Backup Site Renovations
- JMU Phone Upgrades
- RFP and approval for continued contractor staffing
- Microwave Project
Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority
The Authority will discuss strategic initiatives including neighborhood revitalization and affordable housing. The agenda includes a resolution regarding a license agreement for Kiwanis Park.
- Kiwanis Park License Agreement resolution
- Bluestone Town Center update
- Lineweaver Annex Renovation update
- Housing Choice Voucher and Family Self-Sufficiency reports
- HRHA owned property utilization updates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to consider a request from The Edge Realty Partners LLC. The body will discuss variances from the Subdivision Ordinance for an undeveloped portion of Franklin Street.
- Request from The Edge Realty Partners LLC for street design variances between 625 and 630 Franklin Street
The Planning Commission approved a request from The Edge Realty Partners LLC for subdivision ordinance variances regarding street design on Franklin Street. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting.
- Approved street design variances for The Edge Realty Partners LLC on Franklin Street (5-0)
- Approved January 14, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
Transportation Safety & Advisory Commission
The Transportation Safety & Advisory Commission will elect a new chair and discuss two key studies. Staff will present the 2026 Staff Recommended Traffic Calming Study Scenario and seek the commission's endorsement. The commission will also review recommendations from the Erikson Avenue Area Study and discuss next steps. Public comment is invited at the start of the meeting.
- Election of commission chair, who will represent TSAC at the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Metropolitan Planning Organization
- Endorsement request for the 2026 Staff Recommended Traffic Calming Study Scenario
- Presentation and discussion of the Erikson Avenue Area Study recommendations
- Public comment opportunity with up to 5 minutes per speaker
The Commission approved the 2026 Staff Recommended Traffic Calming Study Scenario, which includes three upcoming studies. The election of the Commission Chair was postponed until April 2026.
- Approved 2026 Staff Recommended Traffic Calming Study Scenario (unanimous)
- Postponed Election of the Commission Chair until April 2026 meeting
City Council
The Harrisonburg City Council will review several zoning requests and ordinance amendments during its February 10 meeting. These items include rezoning applications for properties at 797 Chicago Avenue and 1110 N Liberty Street, alongside proposed changes to setback rules in the R-8 district and special use permits for meat processing in the M-1 zone. The council will also consider a resolution to ratify the City Manager’s declaration of a local emergency. These zoning decisions could affect property development standards and commercial operations within city limits.
- Rezoning request from Turkey Properties LLC for 797 Chicago Avenue
- Rezoning request from Valley Corner LLC for 1110 N Liberty Street
- Zoning ordinance amendment to reduce side yard setbacks in the R-8 district (AM Yoder & Co)
- Zoning ordinance amendment to allow meat processing and storage by special use permit in M-1 (Honest Meats LLC)
- Resolution to ratify the City Manager’s Declaration of Local Emergency
Council voted unanimously to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the National League of Cities for a $52,500 grant supporting the Harrisonburg Entrepreneurship Development Initiative. They also approved several rezonings on consent, including 797 Chicago Avenue and 1110 N Liberty Street, and ratified the City Manager's declaration of a local emergency due to snow and ice. Ordinance amendments replacing the invocation with a moment of silence and adjusting special meeting times passed. Board appointments were made to the Community Services Board, EPSAC, and TSAC.
- Approved consent agenda items including rezoning 797 Chicago Ave, 1110 N Liberty St, and others (5-0)
- Approved MOU with National League of Cities for $52,500 grant (5-0)
- Approved ordinance amendment replacing invocation with moment of silence (unanimous)
- Approved ordinance amendment allowing flexible special meeting times (unanimous)
- Ratified City Manager's Declaration of Local Emergency (unanimous)
- Confirmed and ratified HRHA appointment of Anthony Hayes (unanimous)
- Reappointed William Holland to Community Services Board (unanimous)
- Appointed three members to Environmental Performance Standards Advisory Committee (unanimous)
Electoral Board
This meeting consists of standard procedural items including approval of minutes, a report from the Director of Elections, and a review of general registrar and electoral board duties. No specific decisions, contracts, or policy changes are listed. The agenda is primarily administrative.
- Report from Director of Elections
- Review of General Registrar/Electoral Board Duties and Delegations
Stormwater Advisory Committee
The Stormwater Advisory Committee will receive updates on the MS4 program, VESMP, stormwater projects, and water sampling. They will also discuss urban forestry and pollinator program updates. No votes on ordinances or contracts are listed.
- MS4 Program Updates
- VESMP Updates
- Stormwater Projects Updates
- Water Sampling Updates
- Urban Forestry & Pollinator Program Updates
School Board
The provided document is a formal meeting agenda outline. It contains no specific action items, proposed ordinances, or financial figures.
City - School Liaison Committee
The committee will discuss the Virginia Department of Education's timeline for 2024-2025 HCPS SOL test ratings. Discussion topics also include bus driver hiring, population growth regarding facilities capacity, and ICE activity in the city.
- Discussion of 2024-2025 HCPS SOL test ratings timeline
- Update on bus driver hiring and retention
- School division philosophy on population growth and facilities capacity
- Discussion regarding ICE activity in the City
Environmental Performance Standards Advisory Committee
The Environmental Performance Standards Advisory Committee will hear public comment on private development environmental standards, receive updates on focus areas and community goals, and consider a request to develop an EAP rubric for proposed development. A special presentation on climate modeling from EN-ROADS by Climate Interactive and MIT is scheduled. The committee will also set meeting dates for 2026.
- Public comment by Carl Larsson on private development environmental standards
- Special presentation: EN-ROADS climate model by Climate Interactive and MIT
- Consideration of CMO request for an EAP rubric for proposed development (attachment dated 12-31-2025)
- Updates on focus areas and EAP community goals
- Approval of virtual participation and meeting summary from October 2025
City Council
The City Council will review several zoning changes, including property rezonings and modifications to special use permit requirements. The agenda also includes updates from Open Doors and the Massanutten Regional Library, as well as potential amendments to the city's Code of Ordinances.
- Rezoning request for 797 Chicago Avenue by Turkey Properties LLC
- Rezoning request for 1110 N Liberty Street by Valley Corner LLC
- Zoning ordinance amendment regarding R-8 district side yard setbacks by AM Yoder & Co
- Zoning ordinance amendment to allow meat processing and storage in M-1 by Honest Meats LLC
- Memorandum of Understanding between National League of Cities and Harrisonburg
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve November 2025 minutes, conduct the annual review of amended bylaws, and elect a new chairman and vice chairman. The director will provide project updates, and the commission may consider action items.
- Approval of November 2025 meeting minutes
- Annual review of amended bylaws and election of chairman and vice chairman
- Director's report and project updates
- Action items (details not specified in agenda)
- Public comments opportunity
Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board
The Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board will hear a financial report including an audit, current budget status, possible FY26 purchases (Tahoes and Mt. Clinton Pike Property), and an overview of the proposed FY27 budget. Unfinished business includes updates on JMU agreements, road repairs, training, staffing, and technology projects. New business involves MOUs with SAW/Hardy County and a new RFP for temporary staffing support.
- Possible purchase of Tahoes for fleet
- Possible acquisition of Mt. Clinton Pike Property
- Overview of proposed FY27 budget
- New RFP for continued temporary staffing support
- JMU MOU and phone system updates
The Emergency Communications Center Administrative Board approved extending contracts for two positions with Get Rescue 911 and authorized 6 contractors for six months under an ongoing RFP. The financial report showed a positive budget surplus, with potential consideration of vehicle purchases and property on Mt. Clinton Pike. The board also approved previous minutes and entered closed session for performance reviews.
- Approved minutes from October 1, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Extended contracts for two positions with Get Rescue 911 (unanimous)
- Approved 6 contractors for 6 months under ongoing RFP (unanimous)
- Entered closed session for performance reviews (unanimous)
- Noted CAD migration successfully completed
- Discussed potential vehicle purchases and Mt. Clinton Pike property from budget surplus (no vote taken)
Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority
The Harrisonburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority will receive reports and updates on programs, properties, and strategic initiatives. Key items include updates on the Bluestone Town Center and Lineweaver Annex renovation projects, a proposed 2026 Remote Participation Meeting Policy, and management reports on Housing Choice Vouchers and owned property utilization. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.
- Update on Bluestone Town Center homeownership and neighborhood revitalization
- Lineweaver Annex Renovation progress
- 2026 Remote Participation Meeting Policy discussion
- Housing Choice Voucher program update
- HRHA Owned Properties Utilization (Box Score & Unit Availability)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three special use permit requests and one rezoning request. It will also consider the draft Capital Improvement Program for FY2026-2027 through 2030-2031. The meeting includes election of officers and approval of previous minutes.
- Special use permit at 380 Sunrise Avenue (Jason Burch)
- Special use permit at 660 Walnut Lane (Craig D. and Sue W. Smith)
- Rezoning request for portion of 2600 and 2580 South Main Street (Todd B. Stone)
- Consideration of FY2026-2027 through 2030-2031 Capital Improvement Program
The Commission recommended approval of a special use permit to allow a third-story addition with a reduced side yard setback at 380 Sunrise Avenue. The body also elected its 2026 officers and appointed a representative to the Board of Zoning Appeals.
- Reelected Richard Baugh as Chair (voice vote)
- Reelected Shannon Porter as Vice Chair (voice vote)
- Appointed Shannon Porter as Board of Zoning Appeals representative (voice vote)
- Appointed Anastasia Montigney as secretary (voice vote)
- Approved December 10, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Recommended approval of special use permit for 380 Sunrise Avenue (6-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments and rezoning requests for several properties. The body will also discuss CDBG funding priorities and the disposition of real property to the JMU Foundation.
- Rezoning request for 797 Chicago Avenue by Turkey Properties LLC
- Rezoning request for 1110 N Liberty Street by Valley Corner LLC
- Request from Honest Meats LLC to allow meat processing and storage in M-1 via special use permit
- Request from AM Yoder & Co to reduce side yard setbacks in the R-8 district
- Proposed write-off of 347 utility bills from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023
The Harrisonburg City Council approved four zoning ordinance amendments and two rezoning requests, finalized the 2023-2025 CDBG Action Plans, and authorized a donation for public art at Ralph Sampson Park. The meeting also included a public comment period and council reports.
- Approved Solid Waste Ordinance amendments (5-0)
- Approved AM Yoder & Co. setback reduction ordinance (5-0)
- Approved Honest Meats LLC meat processing ordinance (5-0)
- Approved rezoning 797 Chicago Avenue (5-0)
- Approved rezoning 1110 N Liberty Street (5-0)
- Approved CDBG Action Plan amendments (5-0)
- Approved write-off of $26,205.63 in utility bills (5-0)
- Approved public art donation at Ralph Sampson Park (5-0)
Electoral Board
The Harrisonburg Electoral Board will hold its first meeting of 2026 to organize for the year, including electing officers and approving minutes. They will also discuss a USPS 2026 date stamp policy change and hear a report from the Director of Elections. The meeting is procedural, with no votes on legislation or spending.
- Organization of Board for 2026 – election of officers and assignment of duties
- Discussion of USPS 2026 date stamp policy change affecting election mail
- Recognition of Bill Call
- Report from Director of Elections on current operations
- Review of GR/EB Duties and Delegations
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session retreat at The Hyatt Place. Discussions include the state of the economy, city revenue forecasts, budget obligations, and capital needs. The council will also participate in vision, goals, and priority setting activities.
- State of the Economy and City Revenue Forecast
- Budget Obligations and Capital Needs
- Vision and Goals Update
- Priority Setting Activity
City Council held a work session retreat to review legislative updates, economic forecasts, and budget obligations. Members participated in a priority-setting activity to determine core goals for the community. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during this session.
- Identified Housing and Homelessness and Economic Health & Jobs as unanimous top outcome areas
- Identified quality of life, housing, equity, and small business development as primary goals