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LynchburgVA averageUS Census ACS
Population
79,255
Per-capita income
$30,004
Median home value
$211,800
Bachelor's or higher
38%
Typical home value $266,065 +0.8% yr/yr · +29.1% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
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)

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Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025213 housing units ($48.8M)

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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 15:00

Physical Development Committee

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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

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Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

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Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:00

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Finance Committee

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Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 16:00

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Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 19:00

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Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 15:00

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Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 16:00

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Recent meetings

Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

Council to consider forensic audit, closed sessions, and FY26 CDBG/HOME report

The Lynchburg City Council is holding a work session to review several items, including a bid opening for a Cancer Awareness Garden franchise agreement, the FY2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Report for CDBG and HOME programs, and the 2027 legislative agenda. Councilmember Misjuns is requesting consideration of a forensic audit for compliance with City Code § 2-42(a). The council will also consider three closed sessions: one for negotiating a contract for a privately-owned athletic facility, one for litigation consultation regarding Stanley Lee Brown, Jr., et al. v. The City of Lynchburg, and one to discuss appointments to several boards and commissions.

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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, September 22, 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. Cancer Awareness Garden Franchise Agreement - Bid Opening / Acceptance IV. Business Item Briefing(s) IV.2. Submittal of the Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Report for the CDBG and HOME Program IV.3. 2027 Legislative Agenda V. Work Session Agenda Items VI. Roll Call VI.4. Councilmember Misjuns: Consideration of a forensic audit for compliance with City Code § 2-42(a) VII. Closed Session VII.5. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss the investment of public funds where competition or bargaining is involved, where, if made public initially, the financial interest of the City would be adversely affected, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(6) of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended; the subject of the closed meeting being specific to contractual negotiations connected to expending public funds for usage of a privately-owned athletic facility. VII.6. Consideration of a closed meeting to consult with the City Attorney and Chief of Police about actual litigation, where such consultation in an open meeting would adversely affect the negotiating or litigating posture of the City, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(7) and -(A)(8) of the …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 15:00

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review opioid grants, budget adjustments, and healthcare analysis

The Lynchburg Finance Committee is meeting to discuss grant awards for opioid abatement and crisis intervention programs, as well as FY 2026 fourth quarter and FY 2027 first quarter budget adjustments. They will also receive updates on the city/schools healthcare analysis, the FY 2027 general fund reserve for contingencies, and monthly revenue collections. The meeting includes a roll call and approval of the previous meeting's record of votes.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE City Council Committee Tuesday, September 22, 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. Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority Grant Award: Blue Ridge Regional Jail Recovery and Reentry Program II.2. Department of Criminal Justice Services Byrne State Crisis Intervention Grant Award - Lynchburg Recovery Court II.3. FY 2026 Fourth Quarter and FY 2027 First Quarter Adjustments III. Other Information III.4. City/Schools Consolidated Healthcare Analysis III.5. FY 2027 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update III.6. Monthly Revenue Collections Update III.7. Record of Votes - Finance Committee Meeting: August 25, 2026 IV. Roll Call V. Next Regular Meeting V.8. The next Finance Committee meeting is Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to approve $118,569 in budget amendments for senior center, arts, fire, and police

The Lynchburg City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including budget amendments totaling $118,569 for upgrades to the Templeton Senior Center Garden, pottery workshops at Jackson Heights Arts Studio, stair chairs for the Fire Department, and computer replacements for the Sheriff's Office, Commonwealth's Attorney, and Police Department. The council will also hold public hearings on a franchise for the Cancer Awareness Garden, the FY26 CDBG/HOME performance report, an update to the C-PACE ordinance, and an FAA agreement for navigational aids at the airport. Public comments will address GLTC funding, civil penalties for commercial alarms, civility on council, and election misinformation. General business includes an opioid abatement partnership and authorizing the City Attorney to settle a civil case.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 7:00 PM Council Chamber- City Hall 900 Church Street Lynchburg, VA 24504 AGENDA I. Invocation Councilmember Reed II. Recognitions II.1. Fire Prevention Week III. Consent Agenda III.2. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-082 amending the FY 2027 City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriating $15,000 to purchase upgrades for the Templeton Senior Center Garden. III.3. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-083 amending the FY 2027 City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriating $15,000 to fund three (3) potter workshops with well-known ceramics artists at the Jackson Heights Arts Studio. III.4. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-084 amending the FY 2027 City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriating $53,367 to purchase two (2) Xpedition battery-powered stair chairs and five (5) Stair Pro manual chairs for the Fire Department. III.5. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-085 amending the FY 2027 City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriating $35,202 to purchase computer replacements for the Lynchburg Sheriff's Office, Lynchburg Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney, and the Lynchburg Police Department. III.6. Consideration of approving the minutes from the June 11, 2026, School Board Interviews. III.7. Consideration of approving the minutes from the June 12, 2026, School Board Interviews. IV. Public Hearing IV.8. Considera …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Council and schools discuss capital improvements and leadership updates

The Lynchburg City Council and City Schools hold a joint meeting to receive updates from the superintendent on leadership and capital improvement projects. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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IT Conference Center, 3550 Young Place, Lynchburg
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City of Lynchburg City Council and City Schools Joint Meeting September 8, 2026 | 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 Somerville-Midgette, Superintendent II. Leadership Update Dr. Kristy Somerville-Midgette, Superintendent III. Capital Improvement Update Dr. Kristy Somerville-Midgette, Superintendent IV. Good of the Order/Closing Remarks Larry Taylor, Mayor Dr. Atul Gupta, School Board Chair
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Lynchburg City Council to vote on three rezoning ordinances and budget amendments

The Lynchburg City Council is meeting to consider three rezoning ordinances, several budget amendments, and a bridge naming resolution. The agenda also includes public comments on various topics and a closed session. Most items are routine approvals, but the rezonings and budget appropriations are concrete actions the council will decide on.

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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | 7:00 PM Council Chamber- City Hall 900 Church Street Lynchburg, VA 24504 AGENDA I. Invocation Councilmember Wilder II. Recognitions III. Consent Agenda IV. Public Hearing IV.1. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ & Ordinance #O-26-___ approving the rezoning of a certain area located at 5612 & 5616 Edgewood Avenue. IV.2. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ approving the rezoning of a certain area located at 802 Court Street. IV.3. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ approving the rezoning of a certain area located at 533 Leesville Road. V. Public Comment V.4. Hear from a group representative regarding "August 25th opinion". (Fable Forest) (Central Virginia Young Democrats) V.5. Hear from a citizen regarding "corruption of Child Protective Services". (Dr. Anthony Hout) V.6. Hear from a citizen regarding "accountability and transparency". (Alan Spaulding) V.7. Hear from a citizen regarding "accountability to voters". (Laura Berardi) V.8. Hear from a citizen regarding "abuse of authority and coercion". (Consuela Mosley) V.9. Hear from a group representative regarding "GLTC". (Andrea Yesalis) (Republicans for Liberty) VI. General Business VI.10. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-___ requesting the Commonwealth Transportation Board name the bridge on Odd Fellows Road the "Earl Lee Brooks Sr. Memorial Bridge". VI …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 15:00

Physical Development Committee

Committee to review airport navigational aids agreement and 501-221 Split Pair realignment

The Lynchburg City Council Physical Development Committee is meeting to discuss several information and general business items, including right-of-way acquisitions, a franchise agreement for a cancer awareness garden, a supplemental agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation for navigational aids at Lynchburg Regional Airport, and a resolution to realign limited access boundaries for the 501-221 Split Pair project. No final decisions are made at this committee meeting; items are discussed and may be forwarded to the full council.

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✓ Decided: Committee advances 501-221 Split Pair limited-access resolution to October 13 Council

The Physical Development Committee voted to send a resolution realigning limited-access boundaries for the 501-221 Split Pair project to the October 13 City Council meeting; staff said boundaries will be finalized before then and the resolution goes to the Commonwealth Transportation Board in December. The committee also heard a proposed Cancer Awareness Garden franchise agreement tied to a $1M expansion and a U.S. DOT/FAA supplemental agreement to extend airport navigational-aid access 20 years. A requested Right of Way Acquisitions presentation was moved to the next scheduled meeting. Planning updates included a withdrawn Boonsboro Road car wash rezoning and a pending Ardmore Drive drive-through restaurant rezoning set for a November 10 public hearing.

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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE City Council Committee Tuesday, September 8, 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 II.2. Right of Way Acquisitions III. General Business III.3. Cancer Awareness Garden Franchise Agreement III.4. U.S. Department of Transportation FAA Supplemental Agreement: Navigational Aids at Lynchburg Regional Airport III.5. Approve resolution to realign the limited access boundaries for the 501-221 Split Pair project IV. Roll Call V. Next Regular Meeting
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE LYNCHBURG CITY COUNCIL PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Tuesday, September 8, 2026 @ 3:00 p.m. MEETING COMMENCED AT 3:00 PM IN THE IT CONFERENCE CENTER. ATTENDEES Committee Members: 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; Lee Newland, City Engineer, Public Works; Tom Martin, Director of Community Development; Cedric Simon, Director of Lynchburg Regional Airport; Jason Snyder, Assistant 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 from Community Development. Greg Patrick presented the Cancer Awareness Garden Franchise Agreement. Lynchburg Airport presented a DOT FAA Supplemental Agreement, and Public Works presented a resolution for the 501-221 Split Pair Project. A Minute for Planning – Tom Martin, Community Development a. 1001 & 1003 Ardmore Drive – An application proposing to rezone from R-2 & R-3 to B-3 to allow the construction of a drive-through restaurant has been received. This item is tentatively scheduled for November 10, City Council Public Hearing. b. 5010 Boonsboro Road – An application has been proposed to rezone from R-1 and B-1C to B-3 to allow the construction of a car wash has been rece …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to vote on pausing Flock camera program

The Lynchburg City Council is considering a resolution to temporarily pause the city's 15 fixed Flock cameras, express support for the Lynchburg Police Department, and provide notice and license revocation per the contract with Flock Group, Inc. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

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CITY COUNCIL Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 6:00 PM Council Chamber- City Hall 900 Church Street Lynchburg, VA 24504 AGENDA I. Agenda Items I.1. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-___ regarding the temporary pause of the City’s 15 fixed Flock cameras, support for the Lynchburg Police Department, and providing “notice” and license revocation in accordance with the contractual terms and conditions of the City’s agreement with Flock Group, Inc.
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 15:00

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review grants, bonuses, and budget updates

The Lynchburg Finance Committee will discuss several grant applications, including a Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant for fire department equipment, a Justice Assistance Grant, and grants for senior center garden upgrades and pottery workshops. They will also consider a one-time bonus for Human Services staff and receive updates on the final state budget, LCS funding, the FY 2027 reserve for contingencies, and monthly revenue collections.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE City Council Committee Tuesday, August 25, 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. 2026 Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services - Rescue Squad Assistance Fund (RSAF) Grant for the Fire Department to purchase two (2) Xpedition battery-powered stair chairs and five (5) Stair Pro manual chairs. II.2. BJA FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program II.3. One-time Bonus for Department of Human Services Staff II.4. 2026 AARP Grant, for upgrades and improvements to the Templeton Senior Center garden. II.5. 2026 National Endowment for the Arts Grant (NEA), for three (3) pottery workshops with well-known ceramics artists. II.6. Final State Budget and LCS Funding III. Other Information III.7. FY 2027 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update III.8. Monthly Revenue Collections Update III.9. Record of Votes - Finance Committee Meeting: June 23, 2026 IV. Roll Call V. Next Regular Meeting V.10. The next Finance Committee meeting is Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 16:00

City Council

Council to review C-PACE, three rezonings, and safety tech

The Lynchburg City Council is holding a work session to be briefed on several business items, including an update on the C-PACE ordinance and three rezoning requests for properties on Edgewood Avenue, Court Street, and Leesville Road. The Council will also discuss work session agenda items such as the Leesville Road speed study results, the Comprehensive Plan update, naming the Odd Fellows Road bridge, downtown public safety, and Flock Safety technology.

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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION Tuesday, August 25, 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. C-PACE Ordinance Update III.2. 5612 & 5616 Edgewood Avenue - Rezoning - Perimeter Roofing and Exteriors III.3. 802 Court Street - Rezoning - Gilliam House Condominiums III.4. 533 Leesville Road - Rezoning - Rental Office Use III.5. Boards and Commissions Quarterly Reporting IV. Work Session Agenda Items IV.6. Leesville Road Speed Study Results IV.7. Comprehensive Plan Update IV.8. Odd Fellows Road Bridge Naming IV.9. Downtown Public Safety IV.10. Flock Safety Technology V. Roll Call VI. Closed Session
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to vote on Liberty University fiber optic license in Candlers Mountain Road

The Lynchburg City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting a resolution approving a license agreement for Liberty University, Inc. to maintain fiber optic lines in Candlers Mountain Road. The agenda also includes approving minutes from five previous meetings and recognizing local high school athletic state championships. General business is listed but contains no specific item descriptions in the provided text.

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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 7:00 PM Council Chamber- City Hall 900 Church Street Lynchburg, VA 24504 AGENDA I. Invocation Mayor Taylor II. Recognitions II.1. Heritage High School Girls Track and Field State Championship Recognition II.2. E.C. Glass Boys Lacrosse State Championship Recognition III. Consent Agenda III.3. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 14, 2026, City Council meeting. III.4. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 23, 2026, special called City Council meeting. III.5. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 28, 2026, City Council meeting. III.6. Consideration of approving the minutes from the May 12, 2026, City Council meeting. III.7. Consideration of approving the minutes from the May 26, 2026, City Council meeting. III.8. Consideration of approving the minutes from the June 9, 2026, City Council meeting. IV. Public Hearing IV.9. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-___ approving a license agreement allowing Liberty University, Inc. to maintain and operate fiber optic lines and related equipment in Candlers Mountain Road. V. Public Comment V.10. Hear from a group representative regarding "updated gas in Dearington, safety of employees at the Lynchburg Detention Center and an update on street lights". (Robert Flood) (Rescuers of the Youth Hoop-City) V.11. Hear from a group representative regarding "a positive altern …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00

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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.

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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. IV.13. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ amending and reenacting …
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 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.

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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 · 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.

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2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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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.
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.

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City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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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.
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.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, Lynchburg
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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.

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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.

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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 · 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.

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✓ Decided: Council reconsiders and denies Liberty University enrollment resolution

Council voted 5-2 to reconsider Resolution R-26-055 regarding Liberty University enrollment projections, then voted 4-3 to deny it. The council also approved a water and stormwater rate increase, a bond anticipation note, and several other items.

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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. V. Public Comment V.7. Hear from a gro …
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June 9, 2026 1 // A regular meeting of the Council of the City of Lynchburg was held on the 9th day of June, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in the 2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, Larry Taylor, President, presiding. The following Members were present: Present: Larry Taylor, Curt Diemer, Stephanie Reed, Chris Faraldi, Sterling A. Wilder, Jacqueline Timmer 6 Absent: Martin Misjuns 1 // In the matter of Public Works, Agenda Item #1, Council received bids for the ApCo Easement - Milestone Towers Line. Clerk of Council Alicia Finney-Andrews stated that bids had been requested for an easement at 3525 John Capron Road and that one bid had been received from Appalachian Power Company on June 3, 2026. Ms. Finney-Andrews read the letter of commitment submitted by Appalachian Power Company regarding the grant and conveyance of a right-of-way and easement on City-owned property located at 3525 John Capron Road. Mayor Taylor asked whether there were any additional bids. Hearing none, Mayor Taylor declared the bid closed. Councilmember Diemer motioned, seconded by Councilmember Wilder, to accept the bid submitted by Appalachian Power Company. Councilmember Timmer asked whether Council could vote on the matter during the Work Session without suspending the Rules of Procedure. City Attorney Matthew Freedman advised that the matter fell within the exception. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was recorded: Ayes: Taylor, …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the matter fell within the exception. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was recorded:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea
to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Timmer noted that she was absent for the March 10 meeting and would be abstaining from voting. The following vote was recorded:
6 yea
Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Misjuns yea
that the request was appropriate given the property’s location within the Liberty University campus and the need for student housing. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea · Misjuns yea
to adopt Resolution #R-26- 058 authorizing the Bond Anticipation Note, including the selection of Truist as recommended. June 9, 2026 7 With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea · Misjuns yea
to adopt Resolution #- 26-059 amending the FY 2026 General, Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Funds’ Operating Budgets for issuance costs. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote…
7 yea
Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea · Misjuns yea
that the easement would allow the tower to be built on the property. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was recorded:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea · Misjuns yea
[context] With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was recorded:
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Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea · Misjuns yea
to adopt the ordinance. Vice Mayor Diemer stated that water infrastructure is a core need and that he supported the increase because the water fund is self-supporting. Councilmember Timmer stated…
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Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Wilder yea · Reed yea · Timmer yea
motion to allow up to 90 days for staff to gather information and return with a presentation. City Manager Wynter Benda said that staff could provide an initial review of the situation by the first…
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Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Wilder yea · Misjuns yea · Timmer yea
to adopt. Vice Mayor Diemer motioned, seconded by Councilmember Timmer, to ratify the adoption of Ordinance #O-26-045. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was recorded:
7 yea
Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Misjuns yea · Timmer yea
resolution restoring the operating budget to the original proposal. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was recorded:
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Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Misjuns yea · Timmer yea
ordinance ratifying the sale and disposal of 805 Court Street. The motion did not require a second. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was recorded:
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Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea · Misjuns yea
that the ordinance would remove the cap and allow the income limit to continue adjusting based on Social Security increases. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was…
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Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea · Misjuns yea
to adopt the resolution. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was recorded:
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Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea · Misjuns yea
resolution book. Mayor Taylor said it should be recorded as a resolution. Ms. Finney-Andrews said that recognitions typically included the title of the official presenting the proclamation. She asked…
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Taylor yea · Diemer yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea · Misjuns yea
resolution was intended to promote transparency and address information he believed had been inaccurately communicated by the City. With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was…
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Taylor yea · Reed yea · Faraldi yea · Wilder yea · Timmer yea
motion to deny would have the same practical effect as voting against the pending motion. Councilmember Reed withdrew the substitute motion. With no further discussion from the Council, the following…
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Diemer yea · Misjuns yea
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.

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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 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.

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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 · 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.

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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 · 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.

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City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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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 · 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.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, Lynchburg
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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 · 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.

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City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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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 · 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.

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2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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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 · 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.

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City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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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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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$6.6BBWXT PANTEX, LLC
Department of Energy · MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE PANTEX PLANT
$3.6BPANTEXAS DETERRENCE, LLC
Department of Energy · CONTRACT 89233224CNA000004 FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE PAN
$2.6BSAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC
Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON
$1.6BHANFORD TANK WASTE OPERATIONS & CLOSURE, LLC
Department of Energy · THE AWARD CONTINUES PERFORMANCE OF INTEGRATED TANK DISPOSITION CONTRAC
$910.5MSAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC
Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON
$312.7MSAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC
Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON
$302.4MSAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC
Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON
$266.7MBWXT ENRICHMENT OPERATIONS, LLC
Department of Energy · DOMESTIC URANIUM ENRICHMENT PILOT PLANT TASK ORDER 1
$241.3MSAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC
Department of Energy · SAVANNAH RIVER SITE INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CONTRACT TASK ORDER
$95.8MBWXT NUCLEAR OPERATIONS GROUP, INC.
Department of Energy · THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROCESS 3.6 MT OF HALEU

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.

7,427
Recorded votes
$411.7M
Annual budget
$398.1M
Debt outstanding
213
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

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 use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.431
All kids
0.358
Black kids
0.300

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.

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