Lynchburg, VA
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LynchburgVA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $267,078 +0.7% yr/yr · +30.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$411.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$422.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$166.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$398.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$5,341 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025213 housing units ($48.8M)
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00
General
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Lynchburg City Council discusses downtown safety and public transit updates
The City Council will receive status updates on Main Street citizen concerns regarding downtown safety and a public transit study. The session also includes a review of the 2026 legislative update and a discussion of a snow removal ordinance.
- Downtown Safety: Main Street Citizen Concern status update
- Public Transit Study update
- Snow Removal Ordinance discussion
- Discussion of vacancies for various Boards and Commissions
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City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Business Item Briefing(s)
II.1. Council Meeting Calendar CY 2027
III. Work Session Agenda Overview Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III.2. Downtown Safety: Main Street Citizen Concern (Status Update)
III.3. Notable Local Government Highlights of the 2026 Legislative Update
III.4. Public Transit Study Update
III.5. Councilmember Faraldi: Snow Removal Ordinance
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
V. Roll Call
VI. Closed Session
VI.6. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss appointments for vacancies to the
following Boards and Commissions: Central Virginia Community College Board
of Directors, Historic Preservation Commission, Martin Luther King,
Jr./Lynchburg Community Council, Museum Advisory Board, Economic
Development Authority, Building Code of Appeals Board, and Business
Development Centre, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A.)(1) of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended.
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
Committee considers condemnation of 1508 Florida Avenue for pedestrian improvements
The Physical Development Committee will consider a naming request for the Odd Fellows Road Bridge, a fiber optic license agreement with Liberty University, and an ordinance to condemn portions of 1508 Florida Avenue for the Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements project (UPC #113272). The committee will also receive updates on major Public Works and Water Resources projects. These items address local infrastructure naming, utility expansion, and property acquisition for public transit improvements.
- Naming request for the Odd Fellows Road Bridge
- License agreement for Liberty University fiber optic service
- Ordinance #O-26-___ to condemn portions of 1508 Florida Avenue for Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements (UPC #113272)
- Public Works and Water Resources major project updates
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✓ Decided: Physical Development Committee reviews project updates and naming request
The committee received quarterly planning reports, major project updates, and a request to name the Odd Fellows Road Bridge after Earl Brooks. No formal votes were recorded; items including a fiber optic license agreement were referred for future council action.
- Reviewed naming request for Odd Fellows Road Bridge in honor of Earl Brooks
- Reviewed Liberty University fiber optic license agreement for Candler Mountain Road (referred to Aug 25 public hearing)
- Received planning updates for 802 Court Street, 2735 Wards Road, 5206 Tyreanna Road, and 5153 Boonsboro Road
- Noted building permit issuance for WaWa at 101 Marigold Court
- Confirmed removal of condemned status for 212 Wyndhurst Drive, 2025 & 1107 Polk Street, and 1714 Monroe Street
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Councilmember Jacqueline Timmer, Chair
II. Information Items
II.1. Time for Planning
II.2. Public Works and Water Resources Major Project Updates
II.3. Odd Fellows Road Bridge Naming Request
III. General Business
III.4. License Agreement for Liberty University Fiber Optic
III.5. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ authorizing condemning
portions of and interests in 1508 Florida Avenue for a public transportation
improvement project known as the Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements
(UPC #113272).
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENTCOMMITTEE
LYNCHBURG CITY COUNCIL
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 @ 3:00 p.m.
MEETING COMMENCED AT 3:00 PM IN THE 2ND FLOOR TRAINING ROOM.
ATTENDEES
Committee Members: Chair, Jacqueline Timmer; Councilman Dr. Sterling Wilder; Vice Mayor
Curt Diemer; Mayor Larry Taylor, Ex-Officio.
Others: Greg Patrick, Deputy City Manager; Kent White, Assistant City Manager; Gaynelle
Hart, Director of Public Works; Clay Simmons, Deputy Director of Public Works; Tim Mitchell,
Director of Water Resources; Scott Parkins, Engineering Manager, Water Resources; Tom
Martin, Director of Community Development; Susan Brown, Director of Communications and
Public Engagement; Christopher Price, Public Works.
General Business
Greg Patrick and City staff presented a quarterly report on updates from a Planning perspective.
Water Resources and Public Works presented Major Project Updates. Community Development
presented a naming request for Odd Fellows Bridge. Public Works presented a License
Agreement for Liberty University Fiber Optic.
A Minute for Planning – Tom Martin, Community Development
a. 802 Court Street A CUP application proposing to convert an existing building to 4
residential units (zoned B-1).
b. 2735 Wards Road – A site plan proposing the construction of a 3180-sf car wash
and parking improvements has been submitted.
c. 5206 Tyreanna Road– A subdivision plat proposing the creation of 3 lots has been
submitted.
d. 5153 B …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council considers water funds, zoning changes, and fire department staffing
The City Council will consider several ordinances including funding for water and stormwater projects. The agenda also includes public hearings on zoning at 1612 Concord Turnpike and new regulations for data centers.
- Appropriating $36,383,600 to the Water Capital Projects Fund and $1,300,000 to the Stormwater Capital Projects Fund
- Zoning change for 1612 Concord Turnpike
- New regulations to regulate Data Centers in the City
- Erosion & Stormwater Management Fees amendment
- Condemning portions of 1508 Florida Avenue for Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Vice Mayor Diemer
II. Recognitions
II.1. Heritage High School Girls Track and Field State Championship
II.2. Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week Proclamation
II.3. Recognizing Retired Fire Chief Jonathan Wright's Years of Service
II.4. Recognizing Retired Chief Financial Officer Donna Witt's Years of Service
III. Consent Agenda
III.5. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-069 amending and appropriating
$36,383,600 to the Water Capital Projects Fund and $1,300,000 to the
Stormwater Capital Projects Fund.
III.6. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 14, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.7. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 23, 2026, special called
City Council meeting.
III.8. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 28, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.9. Consideration of approving the minutes from the May 12, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.10. Consideration of approving the minutes from the May 26, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.11. Consideration of approving the minutes from the June 9, 2026, City Council
meeting.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.12. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ changing the zoning of a certain
area located at 1612 Concord Turnpike.
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to approve budget amendments and appoint School Board members
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
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Councilmember Misjuns
II. Recognitions
II.1. Responsible Fathers Month
III. Consent Agenda
III.2. Consideration of approving the minutes from the March 26, 2026, special called
meeting.
III.3. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 3, 2026, special called
meeting.
III.4. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-059 amending the FY 2026
General, Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Funds’ Operating Budgets to provide
appropriations totaling $350,000 for costs associated with the issuance of
$90,500,000 in BAN.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.5. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-067 to vacate and discontinue a
public sanitary sewer easement held by the City and located at 1280 Enterprise
Drive.
IV.6. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-068 approving a Lease Agreement
between the City and Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless at the Abert
Water Filtration Plant in Bedford County, Virginia.
IV.7. Consideration of introducing Ordinance #O-26-069 to amend and appropriate
$36,383,600 to the Water Capital Projects Fund and $1,300,000 to the
Stormwater Capital Projects Fund to address capital needs.
V. Public Comment
V.8. Hear from a group representative regarding "cameras". (Melanie Traber)
(Trading Post by Traber Ranch)
VI. General Business
VI.9. Consideration of introducing Ordinan …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to review rezoning of 1612 Concord Turnpike for mixed-use
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
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Work Session Agenda Overview Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Business Item Briefing(s)
III.1. 1612 Concord Turnpike - Rezoning - Mixed Use
III.2. City Code Amendment Section 16.1-18 (Erosion & Stormwater Management
Fees)
III.3. Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Data Centers
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
IV.4. Derelict Buildings Dashboard
V. Roll Call
VI. Closed Session
VI.5. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss pursuing a condemnation
proceeding to acquire small interests of a single property on Florida Avenue to
successfully complete the Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements Project
pursuant to §§ 2.2-3711(A)(7) of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to discuss budget amendments and grant funding
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
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Councilmember Stephanie Reed, Chair
II. General Business
II.1. Hill City Howlers Franchise Amendments
II.2. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency
(DHS/FEMA) FY 2025 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant (FP&S)
II.3. FY 2027 Budget Amendment - Fire Assessment
II.4. FY 2027 Budget Amendments - Water and Stormwater Capital Projects Fund
III. Other Information
III.5. FY 2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
III.6. Monthly Revenue Collections Update
III.7. State Budget Update
III.8. Record of Votes - Finance Committee Meeting: May 26, 2026
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
V.9. The next Finance Committee meeting is Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Fri Jun 12, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
City Council interviews candidates for District 2 and 3 council seats
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
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CITY COUNCIL Friday, June 12, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Interview Schedule
II.1. 9:00 a.m. - Tiffany Goode, District 2
II.2. 9:30 a.m. - Toby Johnson, District 2
II.3. 10:00 a.m. - Letitia Lowery, District 2
II.4. BREAK
II.5. 10:45 a.m. - Delisa Rogers, District 3
II.6. 11:15 a.m. - Tiersha Royal, District 3
II.7. 11:45 a.m. - Ryan Thomas, District 3
II.8. 12:15 p.m. - Tiona Wilson, District 3
Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
City Council interviews candidates for District 1 and 2 seats
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.
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CITY COUNCIL Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Interview Schedule
II.1. 9:00 a.m. - William Lewis, District 1
II.2. 9:30 a.m. - Jack Schewel, District 1
II.3. 10:00 a.m. - Brittany Smith, District 1
II.4. 10:30 a.m. - Xavier Storey, District 1
II.5. BREAK
II.6. 11:15 a.m. - Shea Tinsley, District 1
II.7. 11:45 a.m. - Greg Vinson, Jr., District 1
II.8. 12:15 p.m. - Angela Cox, District 2
II.9. 12:45 p.m. - Roman Franklin, District 2
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
Committee to ratify sale of 805 Court Street property
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
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Councilmember Jacqueline Timmer, Chair
I.1. A Minute for Planning
II. General Business
II.2. Department of Water Resources and Cellco (d/b/a Verizon Wireless) Lease
Agreement at Abert Water Filtration Plant
II.3. 1280 Enterprise Drive Vacation of Public Sanitary Sewer Easement
II.4. Ratifying the Sale of 805 Court Street
III. Information Items
III.5. Corridors
III.6. Major Project Updates
III.7. Major Project Updates - Water Resources
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Lynchburg City Council work session on June 9, 2026
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
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Work Session Agenda Overview Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Bid Opening
III.1. ApCo Easement - Milestone Towers Line (Bid Acceptance)
IV. Business Item Briefing(s)
IV.2. Boards and Commissions Quarterly Reporting
V. Work Session Agenda Items
V.3. Lynchburg Fire Department Climate, Culture, and Hiring Process Assessment
V.4. Vice Mayor Diemer: LU Enrollment Resolution
VI. Roll Call
VII. Closed Session
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider $90.5 million bond anticipation note
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
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Councilmember Timmer
II. Recognitions
III. Consent Agenda
III.1. Consideration of approving the minutes from the March 10, 2026, City Council
meeting.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.2. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-056 amending the Future Land Use
Map and adopting Ordinance #O-26-057 changing the zoning of a certain area
located at 1410 University Boulevard.
IV.3. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-058 authorizing the 2026 Bond
Anticipation Note and introducing Resolution #R-26-059 amending the FY 2026
General, Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Funds’ Operating Budgets to provide
appropriations totaling $350,000 with resources from a bond anticipation note
(BAN), Series 2026 for costs associated with the issuance of $90,500,000 in
BAN.
IV.4. Consideration of adopting an Ordinance #O-26-060 granting Appalachian Power
Company an easement right to provide electricity on 3525 John Capron Road for
Milestone Towers Limited Partnership-V in connection with a current lease held
by the City.
IV.5. Continue a public hearing to receive citizen input regarding appointments, or
reappointments, to vacancies that will exist June 30, 2026, in School Board
Districts I, II, III.
IV.6. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-061 increasing the Water and
Stormwater Rates.
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to adopt FY 2027 budget, approve sale of 805 Court Street
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)
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Councilmember Reed
II. Recognitions
II.1. Sandusky Middle School - Lady Spartans
II.2. 21st Citizens Academy Graduation
III. Consent Agenda
III.3. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 10, 2026 City Council
meeting.
III.4. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 12, 2026 special called
City Council meeting.
III.5. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 24, 2026 City Council
meeting.
III.6. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-041 authorizing the sale and
disposal of 805 Court Street.
III.7. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-045 appropriating the FY 2027
Discretionary External Service Providers Budget.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.8. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-054 approving the FY 2027 Annual
Action Plan for (CDBG) and HOME Program.
IV.9. Conduct a public hearing to receive citizen input regarding appointments, or
reappointments, to vacancies that will exist June 30, 2026, in School Board
Districts I, II, III.
V. Public Comment
V.10. Hear from a citizen regarding "who can we trust?". (Peter Cefaratti)
V.11. Hear from a group representative regarding "The Bus Challenge: Accountability,
Funding, and GLTC's Future". (Cameron Howe) (GLTC)
V.12. Hear from a group representative regarding "words matter". (Dr. Beth White)
(Citizens United …
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
Committee to consider adjustment to income limit for elderly/disabled tax relief
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
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Councilmember Stephanie Reed, Chair
II. General Business
II.1. Adjustment to the Income Limit for Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled
III. Quarterly Reports
III.2. Quarterly Reports - Quarter Ending March 31, 2026
A) Greater Lynchburg Transit Company (GLTC)
B) Lynchburg Regional Airport Fund
C) Lynchburg Regional Juvenile Detention Center
D) Children's Services Act Fund
E) Water Operating Fund
F) Sewer Operating Fund
G) Stormwater Operating Fund
H) General Fund
IV. Other Information
IV.3. FY 2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
IV.4. Monthly Revenue Collections Update
IV.5. Record of Votes - Finance Committee Meeting: April 28, 2026
V. Roll Call
VI. Next Regular Meeting
VI.6. The next Finance Committee meeting is Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Tue May 26, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to consider resolution on inaccurate enrollment projections to credit agencies
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
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Closed Session
II.1. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss a previously reviewed City
investment opportunity and related financial documents and information involving
Liberty University pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(6) of the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended.
II.2. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss the settlement of a monetary
claim(s) involving the City's Water Resources Department pursuant to Section
2.2-3711(A)(7) and -(A)(8) of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
III. Business Item Briefing(s)
III.3. 1410 University Boulevard - FLUM Amendment & Rezoning - Liberty University
Dorms
III.4. 2026 Bond Anticipation Note
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
IV.5. Water Resources - Water and Stormwater Budget Adjustments
IV.6. Blackwater CSO Tunnel Update
IV.7. 12th Street Corridor Complete Neighborhoods Project
IV.8. Councilmember Timmer: Discussion and consideration of a resolution directing
corrective self-disclosure and remedial actions concerning inaccurate enrollment
and population-growth projections communicated to credit-rating agencies in
connection with the City’s Series 2026 General Obligation Bonds.
IV.9. Councilmember Timmer: Responsible Fathers Month
V. Roll Call
V.10. Vice Mayor Diemer: LU Enrollment Resolution
Tue May 12, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Council reviews bond rating, youth programs, and CDBG plans
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
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Work Session Agenda Overview Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Business Item Briefing(s)
III.1. CDBG and HOME Program Draft Annual Action Plan
III.2. 2026 School Board Appointment Process
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
IV.3. Flock Technology Overview
IV.4. Summer Youth Activities
IV.5. Councilmember Misjuns: Review of Liberty University Enrollment Projection Used
in Recent Bond Rating Presentations
V. Roll Call
V.6. Councilmember Timmer: Discussion and consideration of a resolution directing
corrective self-disclosure and remedial actions concerning inaccurate enrollment
and population-growth projections communicated to credit-rating agencies in
connection with the City’s Series 2026 General Obligation Bonds.
VI. Closed Session
Tue May 12, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to hold first reading of FY 2027 budget with tax relief and rate changes
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-___)
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Councilmember Faraldi
II. Recognitions
II.1. Treatment Court Proclamation
III. Consent Agenda
IV. Public Hearing
IV.2. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-038 changing the zoning of a certain
area located at 205 Graves Mill Road.
IV.3. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-039 approving a Conditional Use
Permit allowing Liberty University housing at 3839 Murray Place & 3436 Odd
Fellows Road.
IV.4. Consideration of introducing Ordinance #O-26-040 approving the FY 2026 Third
Quarter Adjustments.
IV.5. Consideration of introducing Ordinance #O-26-041 authorizing the sale and
disposal of 805 Court Street.
V. Public Comment
V.6. Hear from a group representative regarding "opening the gyms this summer and
update on methane gas level in Dearington Precinct, Ward 2". (Robert Flood)
(Rescuers of the Youth Hoop City)
V.7. Hear from a group representative regarding "I'm done". (Greg Berry) (Lynchburg
Guardians)
V.8. ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA: Hear from a citizen regarding a matter. (Dontay
Woodberry)
V.9. ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA: Hear from a citizen regarding a matter. (Mitxh
Richards) (For The Lov3 Of The City)
VI. General Business
VI.10. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-042 ratifying the sale and disposal of
1505 & 1517 Jackson Street.
VI.11. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26 …
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Tue May 12, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
Committee to ratify Jackson Street sale, consider Court Street sale, SMARTSCALE grant, cell tower easement
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)
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Councilmember Jacqueline Timmer, Chair
II. Information Items
II.1. A minute for Planning
III. General Business
III.2. Ratifying the Sale of 1505 & 1517 Jackson Street
III.3. Sale of 805 Court Street
III.4. SMARTSCALE application
III.5. APCO Easement for Milestone Cell Tower
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
Committee to consider opioid settlement and two revenue bond requests
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
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Councilmember Stephanie Reed, Chair
II. General Business
II.1. FY 2026 Third Quarter Adjustments
II.2. Economic Development Authority Revenue Bond Request – Centra Health
II.3. Economic Development Authority Revenue Bond Request – Virginia Episcopal
School
II.4. Settlement of Opioid-Related Claims (Six Remnant Defendants)
III. Quarterly Reports
III.5. Quarterly Reports - Quarter Ending March 31, 2026
A) Greater Lynchburg Transit Company (GLTC)
B) Lynchburg Regional Airport Fund
C) Lynchburg Regional Juvenile Detention Center
D) Children's Services Act Fund
E) Water Operating Fund
F) Sewer Operating Fund
G) Stormwater Operating Fund
H) General Fund
IV. Other Information
IV.6. FY 2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
IV.7. Monthly Revenue Collections Update
IV.8. All Funds Vacancy Report
IV.9. Record of Votes - Finance Committee Meeting: February 24, 2026
V. Roll Call
VI. Next Regular Meeting
VI.10. The next Finance Committee meeting is Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council considers $365 million in bonds for Lynchburg General Hospital
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)
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Councilmember Wilder
II. Recognitions
II.1. Years of Service Recognition for Retired Treasurer Robert Bailey - Key to the
City
II.2. Economic Development and Travel and Tourism Week Proclamation
III. Consent Agenda
III.3. Consideration of approving minutes from the January 13, 2026 City Council
meeting.
III.4. Consideration of approving minutes from the January 29, 2026 City Council
meeting.
III.5. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 10, 2026 City Council
meeting.
III.6. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 12, 2026 special called
City Council meeting.
III.7. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 23, 2026 special called
City Council meeting.
III.8. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 24, 2026 City Council
meeting.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.9. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-033 changing the zoning of a certain
area located at 1516 Florida Avenue.
IV.10. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-034 approving the allocation of FY
2027 CDBG and HOME Program entitlement and reprogrammed funds.
V. Public Comment
V.11. Hear from a group representative regarding "councilmember conduct". (Fable
Forest) (Central Virginia Young Democrats)
VI. General Business
VI.12. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-035 approving the …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Council discusses FY27 budget, rezoning, and cemetery reports
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
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Work Session Agenda Overview Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Business Item Briefing(s)
III.1. 205 Graves Mill Road - Rezoning - Office Use
III.2. 3839 Murray Place & 3436 Odd Fellows Road - Conditional Use Permit - LU
Housing
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
IV.3. FY27 Budget Work Session
IV.4. Report on graves at the end of Smyth Street (Lynchburg Union Cemetery)
IV.5. Councilmember Faraldi: Removing "Family Planning Services" Exemption from
the Abortion Zoning Ordinance
IV.6. Councilmember Faraldi: Removing Attorney-Client Privilege from an Email
Correspondence
IV.7. Councilmember Timmer: Storm Fern After Action Report
IV.8. Councilmember Misjuns: AR Legislation
V. Roll Call
VI. Closed Session
VI.9. Consideration of a closed meeting, pursuant to § 2.2-3711(A)(7) of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended, to consult with the City Attorney regarding specific
legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice; the subject of the closed
meeting being specific to a personnel matter involving a City employee.
Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council holds public hearings on water, stormwater, and FY 2027 budget
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
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CITY COUNCIL Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Public Hearing
I.1. Water & Stormwater Public Hearing
I.2. FY 2027 Proposed Budget Public Hearing
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 16:00
City Council & School Board Joint Committee
Council and School Board to discuss LCS FY27 budget
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
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City of Lynchburg
City Council and City Schools Joint Meeting
April 14, 2026 l 4:00 pm
IT Conference Room: 3550 Young Place
I. Welcome and Introductions Larry Taylor, Mayor
Dr. Atul Gupta, School Board Chair
Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
Dr. Kristy Sommerville-Midgette, Superintendent
II. LCS FY27 Budget Dr. Kristy Somerville-Midgette, Superintendent
III. Good of the Order/Closing
Remarks
Larry Taylor, Mayor
Dr. Atul Gupta, School Board Chair
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to hold public hearing on rezoning at 609 Dunbar Drive & 612 12th Street
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)
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Vice Mayor Diemer
I.1. Pledge of Allegiance led by Scout Troop 180
II. Recognitions
II.2. Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
II.3. Library 60th Anniversary
III. Consent Agenda
III.4. Consideration of approving minutes from the January 13, 2026 City Council
meeting.
III.5. Consideration of approving minutes from the January 29, 2026 City Council
meeting.
III.6. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 10, 2026 City Council
meeting.
III.7. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 12, 2026 special called
City Council meeting.
III.8. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 23, 2026 special called
City Council meeting.
III.9. Consideration of approving minutes from the February 24, 2026 City Council
meeting.
III.10. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-021 authorizing the sale and
disposal of 147 Mill Ridge Road.
III.11. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-022 reallocating funds to Lynchburg
City Schools.
III.12. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-026 authorizing the issuance cost
for the General Obligation Public Improvement Bond issue 2026.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.13. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-027 amending the Future Land Use
Map and adopting Ordinance #O-26-028 changing the zoning of a certain area
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Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 14:00
City Council
Joint council-transit meeting on GLTC FY27 budget
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
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Lynchburg, VA 24504
City of Lynchburg
City Council and Greater Lynchburg Transit Company Joint Meeting
April 14, 2026 l 2:00 pm
IT Conference Room: 3550 Young Place
I. Welcome and Introductions Larry Taylor, Mayor
Ms. Cameron Howe, GLTC Board Chair
Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
Mr. Josh Moore, General Manager, GLTC
II. GLTC FY27 Overview and
Budget
Mr. Josh Moore, General Manager, GLTC
III. Good of the Order/Closing
Remarks
Larry Taylor, Mayor
Ms. Cameron Howe, GLTC Board Chair
Fri Apr 3, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
City Council to review FY 2027 budget and water resources
The City Council will hold a work session to review the FY 2027 budget book, water resources budget, and capital improvement program dashboard.
- FY 2027 Budget Book Review
- Water Resources Budget Overview
- Capital Improvement Program Dashboard
- Budget Dashboard
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✓ Decided: City Council held a budget retreat to review fiscal year documents
The City Council conducted a special called meeting for a budget retreat. Members reviewed the FY 2027 budget book, received an overview of the Water Resources budget, and viewed previews of the Capital Improvement Program and Budget Dashboards.
- Reviewed FY 2027 budget book
- Received Water Resources budget overview
- Received preview of Capital Improvement Program and Budget Dashboards
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Friday, April 3, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Lynchburg Police Department Community Room
3405 Odd Fellows Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24501
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Budget Retreat Agenda Overview Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Agenda Items
III.1. FY 2027 Budget Book Review
III.2. Water Resources Budget Overview
IV. Break
V. Agenda Items
V.3. Capital Improvement Program Dashboard
V.4. Budget Dashboard
VI. Adjournment Larry Taylor, Mayor
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April 3, 2026
1
// A special called meeting of the Council of the City of Lynchburg was held on the 3rd day of April, 2026,
at 9:00 A.M. for the purpose of conducting a budget retreat at the Lynchburg Police Department
Community Room, 3405 Odd Fellows Road, Larry Taylor, President, presiding. The following Members
were present:
Present: Larry Taylor, Curt Diemer, Sterling A. Wilder, Chris Faraldi, Stephanie Reed, Martin
Misjuns 6
Absent: Jacqueline Timmer 1
// In the matter of the Budget, Agenda Item #1, Council reviewed the FY 2027 budget book. Ms. Donna
Witt, Chief Financial Officer, reviewed the budget book by each department.
// The meeting was recessed at 10:45 A.M.
// The meeting reconvened at 11:01 A.M.
// In the matter of Water Resources, Agenda Item #2, Council received an overview of the Water
Resources budget. Mr. Tim Mitchell, Director of Water Resources, gave Council the presentation.
// The meeting was recessed at 11:43 A.M.
// The meeting reconvened at 12:35 P.M.
// In the matter of Budget, Agenda Items #3 and #4, Council received a preview of the Capital
Improvement Program and Budget Dashboards. Mr. Shaun Conway, Senior Data Analyst, provided
Council with the presentation.
// The meeting adjourned at 1:01 P.M.
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Clerk of Council
Thu Mar 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to review FY 2027 proposed budget
The City Council will meet to hear the City Manager's presentation on the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2027. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber at City Hall.
- City Manager's FY 2027 Proposed Budget Presentation
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✓ Decided: City Council introduces the Fiscal Year 2027 budget
The City Council held a special called meeting to introduce the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. City Manager Wynter C. Benda provided the presentation regarding the budget.
- Introduced the FY 2027 Budget
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CITY COUNCIL Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Agenda Items
I.1. City Manager's FY 2027 Proposed Budget Presentation
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March 26, 2026
1
// A special called meeting of the Council of the City of Lynchburg was held on the 26th day of March,
2026, at 6:00 P.M. for the purpose of introducing the Fiscal Year 2027 budget in the Council Chamber,
City Hall, Larry Taylor, President, presiding. The following Members were present:
Present: Larry Taylor, Curt Diemer, Sterling A. Wilder, Chris Faraldi, Stephanie Reed, Martin
Misjuns, Jacqueline Timmer 7
Absent: 0
// In the matter of the Budget, Agenda Item #1, the FY 2027 Budget was introduced. City Manager,
Wynter C. Benda, provided the presentation.
// The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 P.M.
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Clerk of Council
Tue Mar 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Mar 24, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Mar 24, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
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| $2.4B | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON |
| $1.5B | HANFORD TANK WASTE OPERATIONS & CLOSURE, LLC Department of Energy · THE AWARD CONTINUES PERFORMANCE OF INTEGRATED TANK DISPOSITION CONTRAC |
| $910.5M | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON |
| $302.4M | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON |
| $297.7M | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON |
| $241.3M | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · SAVANNAH RIVER SITE INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CONTRACT TASK ORDER |
| $230.4M | BWXT ENRICHMENT OPERATIONS, LLC Department of Energy · DOMESTIC URANIUM ENRICHMENT PILOT PLANT TASK ORDER 1 |
| $100.7M | WEST VALLEY CLEANUP ALLIANCE, LLC Department of Energy · DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE) ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (EM) WEST VALLEY D |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Lynchburg City)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-348 people (-$47.6M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)4 ({"Hurricane": 5, "Flood": 3, "Snowstorm": 3, "Severe Storm": · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities9 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments2,251 (57,019 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,200/mo (2,102 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy23.0% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
7,214
Recorded votes
$411.7M
Annual budget
$398.1M
Debt outstanding
213
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$411.7M
Spending$422.0M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$398.1M
Debt-to-revenue0.97×
Debt-load index80 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.