Isle of Wight County public meetings in 2021
32 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will discuss a potential ordinance change to allow rifles for deer and bear hunting, following citizen requests. They will also receive updates on VDOT's Route 17 STARS report and law enforcement recruitment and retention efforts. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes expected.
- Discussion on amending ordinance to allow rifle hunting for deer and bear
- VDOT update on Route 17 STARS report and SMARTSCALE projects
- Presentation on law enforcement recruitment and retention challenges
- Current ordinance permits only muzzle-loading rifles of .44 caliber or larger
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will consider several items, including re-appropriating $666,817 in school funds, approving a new employment agreement for County Administrator Randy Keaton, and holding public hearings on leases for county-owned properties. The board will also discuss redistricting, capital project financing, and a proposed amendment to the Benn's Grant Apartments proffer conditions.
- Re-appropriate $666,817 from FY 2021 fund balance to FY 2022 for school encumbrances (buses, modular building, chiller, lighting)
- Authorize employment agreement for County Administrator Randy Keaton with $184,103 annual salary effective Jan 1, 2022
- Approve $12,519 litter prevention and recycling grant from Virginia DEQ
- Public hearing on lease of old Circuit Court Clerk's Office
- Public hearing on lease of county-owned land on Great Springs Road
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will consider several resolutions, including a $2.2 million cost share for the Nike Park Road extension, a $185,696 budget amendment for sheriff's deputy hazard pay, and a $2,645,925 fund balance commitment for future debt service. They will also hold public hearings on redistricting, a conditional zoning amendment for a laboratory, and proposed ordinance revisions. The meeting includes updates on capital project financing, COVID-19 vaccine rollout, and law enforcement recruitment.
- Resolution to cost share up to $2.2 million for Nike Park Road extension (total project ~$17.1 million)
- Budget amendment for $185,696 for one-time $3,000 hazard pay bonus for sworn sheriff's deputies
- Resolution to commit $2,645,925 to Debt Service Reserve Fund for future debt service
- Public hearing on proposed redistricting map
- Public hearing on Accelerated Properties conditional zoning amendment to allow a laboratory at 1 Monette Parkway
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will receive presentations on the first-quarter financial report, the county's participation in the Norfolk Water Agreement, and the FTA 5311 rural transportation program. The board will also consider a budget amendment to appropriate $300,349 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to Isle of Wight County Schools, and receive a briefing on Nike Park Road Extended. The meeting includes a closed session and adjournment.
- Quarterly financial report for FY2021-22 first quarter
- Utility Fund and Norfolk Water Agreement participation (40-year term, $1.11 per 1,000 gallons)
- Discussion of FTA 5311 rural transportation program
- Budget amendment: $300,349 from ARPA to Isle of Wight County Schools
- Briefing on Nike Park Road Extended
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will hear reports on a one-time $3,000 hazard pay bonus for sworn sheriff's deputies and regional jail officers, discuss participation in an upcoming state public hearing on Riverside Health System's hospital application, and consider holding a strategic planning retreat with tours of local facilities.
- One-time $3,000 hazard pay bonus for sworn sheriffs, deputies, and regional jail officers
- Discussion of public hearing on Riverside Health System's Certificate of Public Need application for an acute care hospital
- Potential strategic planning retreat including tours of IP facility and Hayden Village senior apartments
Planning Commission
The Isle of Wight County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a child care center at 14353 Benns Church Boulevard. The commission will also discuss proposed revisions to zoning, subdivision, and Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area ordinances, and review the September 16, 2021 Board of Supervisors action list and August 24, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing: Conditional use permit for child care center at 14353 Benns Church Boulevard (tax parcel 32-01-093)
- Discussion on proposed revisions to Zoning, Subdivision, and CBPA Ordinances
- Planning Commission 2021 Annual Retreat special meeting
- Consent agenda: September 16, 2021 Board of Supervisors action list and August 24, 2021 minutes
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request, discuss proposed revisions to utility and transient occupancy taxes, and consider a budget amendment appropriating $3,708,300 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to schools. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including a $10,000 tourism grant, a $4,995 vehicle upfitting rollover, and a vehicle lease purchase agreement up to $1,023,000.
- Public hearing: Cobb Residential Rezoning from Rural Agricultural Conservation to Rural Residential for three single-family lots
- Discussion of proposed revisions to Consumers of Utilities Tax and Transient Occupancy Tax
- Budget amendment: $3,708,300 from American Rescue Plan Act to Isle of Wight County Schools
- Vehicle lease purchase agreement up to $1,023,000 at 0.99% interest over 5 years
- Consideration of funding for Nike Park Road Extended
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will consider adopting a resolution to amend the County Policy Manual to add a COVID-19 vaccination and testing policy for employees, requiring either vaccination or weekly testing and mask-wearing. The board will also receive updates on the Shirley T. Holland Intermodal Park, the Business Interruption Grant Program, parks and recreation facilities, and discuss revisions to utility and transient occupancy taxes, funding for the Nike Park Road Extended project, and a potential strategic planning retreat.
- Resolution to amend County Policy Manual to add COVID-19 vaccination and testing policy (effective Oct 1, 2021)
- Discussion of proposed revisions to tax on consumers of utility services and transient occupancy tax
- Staff briefing on Nike Park Road Extended Smart-Scale Project funding options
- Update on Shirley T. Holland Intermodal Park with new promotional video
- Appointments to Redistricting Task Force
Planning Commission
The Isle of Wight County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two applications: a rezoning request to create three residential lots and a conditional use permit for a child care center. The commission will also discuss proposed zoning ordinance revisions and consider a fence height exception at a county recycling center.
- Cobb Residential Rezoning: request to change zoning from Rural Agricultural Conservation to Rural Residential for tax parcel 46-01-024 to create three single-family lots
- James River Christian Academy Child Care Center CUP: conditional use permit for a child care center at 14353 Benns Church Boulevard, tax parcel 32-01-093
- Wrenn's Mill Refuse and Recycling Center fence exception: request to allow a six-foot vinyl coated chainlink fence at 8196 Old Stage Highway, tax parcel 13-01-035
- Proposed revisions to the Isle of Wight County Zoning Ordinance
- Appointment of secretary for the remainder of 2021
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will consider several budget amendments, including $500,000 for COVID-19 response, $251,245 for vehicle purchases, and multiple grant appropriations. They will also discuss voting district regulations, collective bargaining, and 2022 legislative priorities. A public hearing is scheduled for a property conveyance on Rt. 258 to VDOT.
- Budget amendment for coronavirus response ($500,000)
- Budget amendment for vehicle purchases using lease financing ($251,245)
- Budget amendment for Smithfield Sidewalk Construction Project ($69,000 CMAQ funding)
- Budget amendment for Schools Food Service Budget ($1,300,000 from federal government)
- Public hearing: property conveyance on Rt. 258 to VDOT for turn lane project
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will discuss several items, including offering residential irrigation meters, revising water/sewer connection fees, and a staff report on solar/renewable energy siting. They will also receive updates on COVID-19 and discuss options for allocating approximately $7.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds, plus consider holding a strategic planning retreat.
- Discussion of offering residential irrigation meters to water customers
- Revision of water and sewer ordinance regarding connection fees
- Solar facility siting report: 314 parcels, 79,729 acres within 2 miles of transmission lines; options like 6,000-acre cap on prime farmland
- ARP funding: $7.2M total, proposed uses include $2.75M for Hardy Elementary water line, $1.925M for Hardy Elevated Tank, $1M for broadband
- Discussion of holding a strategic planning retreat
Planning Commission
This is a standard procedural agenda for the Isle of Wight County Planning Commission meeting. It includes routine items like call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, and consent agenda, followed by citizens' comments, public hearings, and reports from the county attorney and planning director. No specific items, projects, or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda text.
- Public hearings
- Citizens' comments
- County attorney's report
- Planning director's report
- Closed meeting
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss the County's Commission on Aging and receive a staff briefing on the Nike Park Road extension to Route 17, a VDOT Smart-Scale project facing cost challenges. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda is largely discussion-oriented.
- Discussion of Commission on Aging vision and directions
- Staff briefing on Nike Park Road Extended to Route 17
- VDOT Smart-Scale project cost challenges
- Closed meeting and adjournment
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is considering a $1,040,018 amendment to the school budget using federal ESSER III funds for various facility projects. Other items include updates to procurement policies, zoning amendments, and recognition of local high school athletic achievements.
- $1,040,018 school budget amendment for mobile classrooms, boilers, and HVAC service
- Zoning amendment for medical and general office use at 15314 Carrollton Boulevard
- Ordinance to add Child Care Centers as a conditional use in Suburban Residential districts
- Resolution to adopt financial and accounting policy amendments
- Recognition of the Smithfield High School soccer team state championship
Planning Commission
The Isle of Wight County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a conditional use permit for an accessory apartment, an amendment to a conditional rezoning to allow medical and general office uses, and a proposed ordinance change to allow child care centers as a conditional use in the Suburban Residential district. The commission will also receive an overview of the FY22 Capital Improvement Plan and recognize the retirement of a staff member.
- CUP-7-20: Accessory apartment at 112 Obrey Drive (parcel 43A-03-013) in SR district
- ZA-03-21: Amendment to add up to 6,000 sq ft of medical/general office at 15314 Carrollton Boulevard (parcels 34B-01-010, 34B-01-011, 34B-01-012)
- Ordinance amendment to add child care center as conditional use in SR district (Sections 4-1005, 4-7003)
- FY22 Capital Improvement Plan overview by Assistant County Administrator Don Robertson
- Retirement resolution for Melinda J. Goodwyn
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will hear reports and discuss several items, including a proposed prohibition on marijuana dispensaries, local authority to allow collective bargaining, an update on the Hardy Elementary School water/sewer extension, and changes to the Adult Companion Program. The meeting also includes the introduction of the new Director of Equity and Inclusion for county schools.
- Prohibition of marijuana dispensaries (information only)
- Discussion of local authority to allow collective bargaining
- Update on Hardy Elementary School water supply/sewer extension
- Adult Companion Program SOP update (proposed $18/hour rate, 6-month service limit)
- Introduction of Kiyaana Jones, Director of Equity and Inclusion
Planning Commission
The Isle of Wight County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests: one for a church's satellite parking lot and another for a school and water storage tank. The commission will also discuss a proposed zoning ordinance amendment to allow child care centers as a conditional use in the Suburban Residential district.
- Coastal City Church rezoning: 1.75 acres at 26585 River Run Trail from Rural Residential to Village Center for a satellite parking lot, with exceptions for a gravel lot and a 10-foot setback encroachment.
- Hardy Elementary School and water storage tank conditional use permit: 17.9 acres on Old Stage Highway (Rte. 10) for a water tower and educational facility, with an exception for a 6-foot chainlink fence.
- Proposed zoning ordinance amendment to add child care centers as a conditional use in the Suburban Residential zoning district.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will vote on several budget amendments, including $83,712 for Batiste Court road improvements after the developer failed to complete them, and a $184,465 supplemental allocation for children's services. They will also consider a conditional use permit for a solar facility and discuss regulations for RVs, ancillary buildings, and short-term rentals.
- Approve $83,712 for Batiste Court road improvements funded by performance bond and reserves
- Approve $184,465 supplemental allocation for Children's Services Act
- Approve $585,500 Drug Court Grant budget amendment
- Approve $1,400,000 for Hardy Elementary School architectural design fees
- Public hearing on Cavalier Solar conditional use permit for utility-scale solar facility
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will vote on adopting the proposed operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2021-22, along with related ordinances, resolutions, and the FY2022-31 Capital Improvements Program. The board also considers a resolution to amend the FY2020-21 budget to fund metal buildings at Heritage Park. Staff will provide an update on CARES Act funding.
- Adoption of FY2021-22 operating and capital budgets, including General Fund of $84,220,438 and total school funds of $70,188,638
- Approval of FY2021-22 tax rates ordinance and uniform fee schedule
- Resolution to amend FY2020-21 budget for metal buildings at Heritage Park fairgrounds
- Authorization of up to $25,000,000 in revenue anticipation notes
- Approval of FY2022-31 Capital Improvements Program
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss and potentially act on several items, including the proposed FY2021-22 operating and capital budgets, school budget amendments, broadband expansion, fairgrounds metal buildings, a zoning amendment for daycare facilities, and a tax exemption for Smithfield Recreation Association. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled, with action required at least 7 days later.
- FY2021-22 General Fund budget of $85,857,900 and capital budget of $20,426,381; schools budget $70,688,638
- School budget amendments: $950,000 transfer, $529,093 CARES Act reallocation, $800,000 of $2,114,257 CRRSA appropriation
- Bids for three metal buildings at fairgrounds range from $424,500 to $676,180
- Zoning ordinance amendment to allow daycare facilities in Suburban Residential with conditional use permit
- Tax exemption for Smithfield Recreation Association, annual fiscal impact $3,452
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a proposed utility-scale solar facility, the FY2021-22 operating and capital budgets, a new cigarette tax, and county code revisions. The board will also consider consent agenda items including budget amendments for insurance proceeds, CDBG and HOME grants, and a drug court agreement, plus updates on the Bradby Park/Tyler's Beach projects and COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
- Cavalier Solar Conditional Use Permit for utility-scale solar facility on Burwells Bay Road, Jones Drive, Mill Swamp Road, and Pons Road
- Public hearing on proposed FY2021-22 operating and capital budgets and FY2022-31 CIP
- Ordinance to implement a cigarette tax
- Budget amendment for $33,690 for CDBG planning grant for former James River Christian Academy
- Budget amendment for $67,715 in HOME funds for housing rehabilitation and down payment assistance
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss the proposed FY2021-22 operating and capital budgets, along with the draft FY2022-31 Capital Improvements Program. Staff will present highlights, and the board will review the budget calendar leading to adoption in May. No decisions are expected at this meeting.
- Discussion of proposed FY2021-22 operating and capital budgets
- Draft FY2022-31 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) presented for review
- Budget calendar: public hearing April 15, work sessions April 22 and May 6, adoption May 13
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider replacing the Windsor Town Center roof, with bids ranging from $237,700 to $333,701 and a total proposed project cost of $402,649. They will also discuss the proposed FY2021-22 operating and capital budgets, a cigarette tax ordinance, and other items. The meeting includes several informational updates and a closed session.
- Consideration of Windsor Town Center roof replacement, total proposed price $402,649.06
- Execution of audit services agreement with selected firm at $73,800
- Presentation of proposed FY2021-22 operating and capital budgets
- Authorization of public hearing for cigarette tax ordinance and other ordinance amendments
- Discussion of 2021 Virginia Technology Initiative Grant program (no funding received for FY21)
Planning Commission
The Isle of Wight County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for a utility-scale solar energy facility proposed by Cavalier Solar A, LLC. The project would cover 438 acres on rural agricultural land near Burwells Bay Road, Jones Drive, Mill Swamp Road, and Pons Road, and includes a request to withdraw six parcels from the Moonlight Agricultural/Forestal District. The commission previously continued this item from its February 23 meeting to gather additional information.
- Conditional Use Permit CUP-3-19 for a 438-acre solar facility generating up to 59 megawatts in Isle of Wight County
- Request to withdraw six parcels from the Moonlight Agricultural/Forestal District
- Proposed 500 kV gen-tie transmission line and 34.5 kV feeder lines
- Project located on RAC-zoned land near historic Jones House, with staff requesting removal of equipment from that parcel
- Public hearing on the application
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will consider a budget amendment to appropriate $34,733,997 in bond funding for capital projects, along with several grant acceptances, a cigarette tax discussion, and other routine items. The meeting includes a closed session, public hearings, and multiple consent agenda items.
- Appropriate $34,733,997 in bond funding for capital projects
- Accept $151,389 school security equipment grant for automated door locks at Smithfield High, Smithfield Middle, and Windsor High
- Appropriate $23,096 federal plus $7,699 local match for Violence Against Women's Act grant
- Discuss implementation of a local cigarette tax
- Approve $4,637 for a 2022 Horton ambulance from Isle of Wight Rescue Squad
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors is meeting to receive several informational presentations, including updates from the Small Business Development Center, VDOT, and refuse and recycling staff. The Board will also consider a resolution to recognize the Smithfield High School basketball team, discuss constructing pole barns at the Fairgrounds, and discuss conducting a workforce housing study, potentially funded by a grant.
- Resolution to congratulate Smithfield High School Packers for winning the 2020-2021 VHSL Class 4 State Basketball Championship
- Discussion of constructing pole barns at the Fairgrounds to reduce tent rental costs
- Discussion of conducting a workforce housing study, potentially funded by a National Association of REALTORS grant
- Presentation from VDOT on roadway maintenance including paving, mowing, and ditch work
- Update on COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Western Tidewater
Planning Commission
The Isle of Wight County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a 450-acre utility-scale solar energy facility proposed by Cavalier Solar A, LLC, on properties along Burwells Bay Road, Jones Drive, Mill Swamp Road, and Pons Road. The commission will also consider amendments to its by-laws, the 2020 annual report, and consent agenda items including prior meeting minutes and Board of Supervisors action lists.
- Public hearing on CUP-3-19 for 450-acre solar facility with 34.5 kV feeder lines, substation, and 500 kV gen-tie line
- Request to withdraw six parcels from Moonlight Agricultural/Forestal District
- Amendments to Planning Commission by-laws
- 2020 Planning Commission annual report
- Consent agenda: minutes from Sept 8, 2020 work session and Jan 26, 2021 regular meeting
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve funding for 2021 County Fair activities, a 2% cost-of-living salary adjustment for county employees, and adopt prior meeting minutes. They will also receive updates on COVID-19 vaccine rollout, tourism, and the quarterly financial report, and discuss the Rushmere Village Master Plan and FY2021-22 budget guidelines.
- Resolution to appropriate $39,900 for 2021 County Fair activities
- Resolution to approve 2% cost-of-living salary adjustment for county employees
- Discussion of proposed Rushmere Village Center Master Plan
- Consideration of funding request from Rushmere Volunteer Fire Department
- Update on COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Western Tidewater
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will receive updates on COVID-19 vaccine rollout, Blackwater River Park, and the Windsor Library expansion, and will discuss potential new taxes (cigarette, plastic bag, sales tax) and strengthening the litter ordinance. They will also consider a letter supporting the Opioid Abatement Authority and hear reports on the Confederate Monument Task Force and aging study.
- Discussion of expanded taxing authority: cigarette tax, plastic bag tax, optional sales and use tax
- Discussion of strengthening Garbage, Weeds, and Litter ordinance; current penalties: $50 first offense, $200 subsequent, littering fine $250-$2,500
- Letter of support for Opioid Abatement Authority (HB 2322/SB 1469)
- Windsor Library building addition presentation (budget TBD)
- COVID-19 vaccine rollout update in Western Tidewater
Planning Commission
The Isle of Wight County Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine organizational matters for 2021, including electing a chairman and vice-chairman, appointing a secretary, and adopting the 2021 meeting and invocation schedules. The commission will also review the Rushmere Village Master Plan, discuss by-law amendments, and consider the draft 2020 annual report. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings or major land-use decisions scheduled.
- Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2021
- Adoption of 2021 meeting schedule (monthly regular meetings, as-needed work sessions)
- Rushmere Village Master Plan overview
- Discussion on amendments to the Planning Commission by-laws
- Consideration of draft 2020 Planning Commission annual report
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit amendment for a utility-scale solar energy facility on two properties. The board will also vote on several consent agenda items, including accepting grants and donations for emergency services and appropriating CARES Act utility relief funds. Other business includes appointments, a monument task force update, and a discussion on employee cost-of-living adjustments.
- Public hearing: Windsor PV1, LLC seeks to amend a conditional use permit for a utility-scale solar facility at 24345 Knoxville Road and 8347 Willie Roberts Road
- Accept $19,452 in insurance proceeds for replacement of a damaged emergency response vehicle
- Appropriate $118,016 in CARES Act utility relief funding (County $58,656, Smithfield $54,685, Windsor $4,675)
- Accept $96,500 Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant for a new ambulance (50% match required)
- Authorize vehicle grant agreement for Rushmere Volunteer Fire Department's new fire engine
Board of Supervisors
The Isle of Wight County Board of Supervisors is holding its annual organizational meeting to elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman, appoint the Clerk and Deputy Clerk, adopt the 2021 meeting schedule, and re-adopt its By-Laws and Rules of Procedure. The board will also receive reports on a housing authority request, a federal leave policy amendment, development updates, a cost of living adjustment discussion, zoning ordinance revisions, and other items. No final decisions are made on the reports; they are for discussion or action as noted.
- Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2021
- Appointment of Clerk and Deputy Clerk of the Board
- Adoption of 2021 meeting schedule (regular meetings 3rd Thursday, work sessions 1st Thursday)
- Adoption of By-Laws and Rules of Procedure for 2021
- Resolution to amend County Policy Manual on federal leave policy