Lynchburg, Virginia
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Physical Development Committee
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Physical Development Committee
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Finance Committee
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Physical Development Committee
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Recent meetings
City Council
The City Council will consider approving budget amendments for the Water and Stormwater funds, a lease agreement with Verizon Wireless, and the appointment of School Board members. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a sewer easement.
- Approve $350,000 for BAN issuance costs
- Amend Water Capital Projects Fund by $36,383,600
- Amend Stormwater Capital Projects Fund by $1,300,000
- Approve Verizon Wireless lease at Abert Water Filtration Plant
- Appoint School Board members for Districts I, II, III
City Council
This work session includes briefings on a rezoning request at 1612 Concord Turnpike, a proposed city code amendment for erosion and stormwater management fees, and a zoning ordinance amendment regulating data centers. Council will also discuss a derelict buildings dashboard and consider a closed session to discuss condemnation for the Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements Project.
- 1612 Concord Turnpike - Rezoning to Mixed Use
- City Code Amendment Section 16.1-18: Erosion & Stormwater Management Fees
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Data Centers
- Derelict Buildings Dashboard discussion
- Closed session for condemnation to acquire property on Florida Avenue for pedestrian improvements
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will meet to consider amendments to the FY 2027 budget, including fire and water projects, and review a FEMA fire prevention grant. The agenda also includes updates on general fund reserves and revenue collections.
- Hill City Howlers Franchise Amendments
- DHS/FEMA FY 2025 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant
- FY 2027 Budget Amendment - Fire Assessment
- FY 2027 Budget Amendments - Water and Stormwater Capital Projects Fund
- FY 2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
City Council
The City Council will interview candidates for two open council seats during a scheduled session on Friday, June 12, 2026.
- Interviews for District 2 candidates: Tiffany Goode, Toby Johnson, and Letitia Lowery
- Interviews for District 3 candidates: Delisa Rogers, Tiersha Royal, and Ryan Thomas
- Interviews for District 3 candidate: Tiona Wilson
City Council
The City Council is holding interviews for candidates to fill vacancies in District 1 and District 2. The agenda lists eight candidates with scheduled interview times from 9:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Interviews for District 1 candidates: William Lewis, Jack Schewel, Brittany Smith, Xavier Storey, Shea Tinsley, Greg Vinson, Jr.
- Interviews for District 2 candidates: Angela Cox, Roman Franklin
- Interviews scheduled in 30-minute increments starting at 9:00 a.m.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution authorizing a $90.5 million bond anticipation note (BAN) along with budget appropriations of $350,000 for issuance costs. Other major items include a rezoning at 1410 University Boulevard, water and stormwater rate increases, and adoption of the FY 2027 operating budgets for the Water and Stormwater Funds. The Council also will consider ratifying the sale of 805 Court Street and amending real estate tax relief for elderly and disabled residents. Several public comments are scheduled on topics including corporate influence in local elections and a motion to reconsider Liberty University enrollment projections.
- Public hearing and adoption of Resolution #R-26-058 authorizing a $90.5 million Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) and appropriating $350,000 for issuance costs
- Public hearing on Resolution #R-26-056 and Ordinance #O-26-057 to rezone property at 1410 University Boulevard
- Public hearing on Ordinance #O-26-061 increasing Water and Stormwater Rates
- Second reading and adoption of FY 2027 Discretionary External Service Providers Budget and Water/Stormwater Operating Budgets (Ordinances #O-26-066 and #O-26-046b)
- Consideration of Ordinance #O-26-062 ratifying the sale of 805 Court Street
City Council
The City Council will conduct a work session including a bid opening and business briefings. Discussion items include an assessment of the Lynchburg Fire Department and a resolution regarding LU enrollment.
- ApCo Easement - Milestone Towers Line bid acceptance
- Lynchburg Fire Department Climate, Culture, and Hiring Process Assessment
- LU Enrollment Resolution
Physical Development Committee
The Physical Development Committee will consider and vote on three action items: a lease agreement with Verizon Wireless at the Abert Water Filtration Plant, vacation of a public sanitary sewer easement at 1280 Enterprise Drive, and ratification of the sale of 805 Court Street. The committee will also receive informational updates on corridor projects and major capital improvements.
- Lease agreement between Department of Water Resources and Cellco (d/b/a Verizon Wireless) at Abert Water Filtration Plant
- Vacation of public sanitary sewer easement at 1280 Enterprise Drive
- Ratification of sale of 805 Court Street
- Informational update on Corridors
- Major project updates including Water Resources
City Council
Lynchburg City Council will hold public hearings and vote on multiple ordinances, including the adoption of the FY 2027 budget for the General Fund, Schools, and Capital Improvement Program. Consent agenda items include the sale of city-owned property at 805 Court Street. Council will also hear public comments on GLTC funding, school board appointments, and other local issues.
- Adoption of FY 2027 General Fund Operating Budget (Ordinance O-26-044)
- Adoption of FY 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program and FY 2027 Capital Budget (Ordinance O-26-048)
- Sale of 805 Court Street (Ordinance O-26-041)
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2027 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME (Resolution R-26-054)
- First reading of FY 2027 Water Fund and Stormwater Fund Operating Budgets (Ordinance O-26-046b)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss and consider several items, including a closed session on a Liberty University investment and a water resources settlement, a rezoning for Liberty University dorms at 1410 University Boulevard, a 2026 bond anticipation note, budget adjustments, and a resolution addressing inaccurate enrollment projections communicated to credit-rating agencies.
- Closed session to discuss Liberty University investment opportunity
- FLUM Amendment & Rezoning for Liberty University dorms at 1410 University Boulevard
- 2026 Bond Anticipation Note
- Water and Stormwater Budget Adjustments
- Councilmember Timmer's resolution on corrective self-disclosure regarding inaccurate enrollment projections to credit agencies
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss an adjustment to the income limit for tax relief for the elderly and disabled. Quarterly reports for several city funds, including GLTC, airport, detention center, and operating funds, will be presented. Updates on the General Fund reserve for contingencies and monthly revenue collections are also on the agenda.
- Consider adjustment to income limit for tax relief for elderly and disabled
- Quarterly reports: GLTC, Lynchburg Regional Airport, Juvenile Detention Center, Children's Services Act Fund, Water, Sewer, Stormwater, and General Fund
- FY 2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies update
- Monthly Revenue Collections update
- Record of votes from April 28, 2026 meeting
City Council
The Lynchburg City Council will hold the first reading of the FY 2027 budget, including ordinances to set the personal property tax relief rate at 31.50%, prohibit trash collection and motor vehicle license fees, increase water and stormwater rates, and appropriate funds for all operating budgets, schools, capital projects, and a $50,000 contingency. Public hearings are scheduled for a zoning change at 205 Graves Mill Road and a conditional use permit for Liberty University housing at two locations. The council will also consider resolutions to sell city property and direct the Planning Commission to review the definition of 'Abortion Clinic' in the zoning ordinance.
- First reading of FY 2027 budget including ordinance increasing water and stormwater rates (O-26-___)
- Public hearing on zoning change at 205 Graves Mill Road (O-26-038)
- Conditional use permit for Liberty University housing at 3839 Murray Place & 3436 Odd Fellows Road (R-26-039)
- Consideration of selling 805 Court Street (O-26-041) and ratifying sale of 1505 & 1517 Jackson Street (O-26-042)
- Resolution directing Planning Commission to review 'family planning services' exemption in abortion clinic definition (R-26-___)
City Council
The City Council will review the 2026 School Board appointment process, discuss summer youth activities, and receive an overview of Flock technology. The session includes a briefing on the CDBG and HOME Program Draft Annual Action Plan and a discussion regarding enrollment projections used in recent bond rating presentations.
- CDBG and HOME Program Draft Annual Action Plan
- 2026 School Board Appointment Process
- Flock Technology Overview
- Summer Youth Activities
- Resolution on bond rating enrollment projections
Physical Development Committee
The Physical Development Committee will discuss ratifying the sale of 1505 and 1517 Jackson Street, consider a proposed sale of 805 Court Street, review a SMARTSCALE grant application for transportation funding, and consider an easement for a cell tower on APCO property. A moment for planning is also on the agenda. No votes are taken; items are discussed for potential recommendation to full City Council.
- Ratifying sale of 1505 & 1517 Jackson Street
- Proposed sale of 805 Court Street
- SMARTSCALE application for state transportation project funding
- APCO easement for Milestone Cell Tower
- A minute for Planning (information item)
City Council
The City Council will vote on revenue bonds for Centra Health, Inc. and Virginia Episcopal School. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a zoning change and federal program funding allocations. Additionally, the council will consider a settlement for opioid-related claims.
- Up to $365,000,000 in revenue bonds for Centra Health, Inc. for Lynchburg General Hospital improvements
- Up to $25,000,000 in revenue bonds for Virginia Episcopal School
- Zoning change for 1516 Florida Avenue (Ordinance #O-26-033)
- Allocation of FY 2027 CDBG and HOME Program funds (Resolution #R-26-034)
- Settlement of opioid-related claims against the 'Six Remnant Defendants' (Resolution #R-26-035)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a work session covering the FY27 budget and several land use items. Discussion topics also include a report on graves at Lynchburg Union Cemetery and various councilmember reports.
- Rezoning for office use at 205 Graves Mill Road
- Conditional Use Permit for housing at 3839 Murray Place & 3436 Odd Fellows Road
- FY27 Budget Work Session
- Report on graves at the end of Smyth Street (Lynchburg Union Cemetery)
- Discussion regarding Abortion Zoning Ordinance exemption
Finance Committee
The Lynchburg Finance Committee will discuss and possibly act on several financial items, including third-quarter budget adjustments for FY2026, two Economic Development Authority revenue bond requests (Centra Health and Virginia Episcopal School), and a settlement of opioid-related claims against six remnant defendants. Quarterly reports from funds such as GLTC, Airport, Juvenile Detention, and utility operations will also be reviewed. An update on the General Fund reserve for contingencies and monthly revenue collections will be provided.
- FY 2026 Third Quarter Adjustments
- Economic Development Authority Revenue Bond Request – Centra Health
- Economic Development Authority Revenue Bond Request – Virginia Episcopal School
- Settlement of Opioid-Related Claims (Six Remnant Defendants)
- Quarterly Reports for funds including GLTC, Airport, Juvenile Detention, Water, Sewer, Stormwater
City Council
The Lynchburg City Council will hold public hearings regarding water and stormwater management, as well as the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Public hearing on Water & Stormwater
- Public hearing on FY 2027 Proposed Budget
City Council
The City Council will hold two public hearings: one to amend the Future Land Use Map and rezone properties at 609 Dunbar Drive and 612 12th Street, and another to approve a conditional use permit for a group home at 271 Riverside Drive. The consent agenda includes the sale of 147 Mill Ridge Road, reallocation of funds to Lynchburg City Schools, and authorization of bond issuance costs. General business items include a settlement agreement with Campbell County and a resolution supporting Virginia Military Institute. The council will also hear public comments on topics including police cooperation with federal law enforcement, collective bargaining, and school board matters.
- Public hearing on rezoning at 609 Dunbar Drive & 612 12th Street (Resolution R-26-027, Ordinance O-26-028)
- Public hearing on conditional use permit for a group home at 271 Riverside Drive (Resolution R-26-029)
- Sale and disposal of 147 Mill Ridge Road (Ordinance O-26-021)
- Reallocation of funds to Lynchburg City Schools (Resolution R-26-022)
- Settlement Agreement and Release with Campbell County (Resolution R-26-030)
City Council & School Board Joint Committee
The Lynchburg City Council and School Board are meeting jointly to discuss the Lynchburg City Schools FY27 budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item only.
- Joint discussion of LCS FY27 Budget
City Council
The Lynchburg City Council meets jointly with the Greater Lynchburg Transit Company board to receive an overview of GLTC's fiscal year 2027 budget. No votes or decisions are listed; the meeting consists of a presentation followed by closing remarks.
- GLTC FY27 budget overview presented by General Manager Josh Moore