Lynchburg public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several items, including a $2,153,628 budget amendment for the Horizon Crisis Receiving Center, adoption of the Diamond Hill Neighborhood Plan, and a rezoning for 88 townhomes at 750 Leesville Road. Additionally, the council will authorize rental car concession agreements and a license for Liberty University to operate light poles on Liberty Mountain Drive. Citizens will speak to recognize councilmembers' years of service.

• Resolution R-24-087: $2,153,628 budget amendment for Horizon Crisis Receiving Center site acquisition and renovation
• Resolution R-24-089: Adoption of Diamond Hill Neighborhood Plan
• Ordinance O-24-___ and Resolution R-24-___: Rezoning and conditional use permit for 88 townhomes at 750 Leesville Road
• Resolution R-24-090: Rental car concession agreements with four companies
• Resolution R-24-091: Non-exclusive license to Liberty University for light poles on Liberty Mountain Drive

The Lynchburg City Council voted to defer action on a proposed 88-townhome development at 750 Leesville Road until its first meeting in February, after hearing concerns about traffic and stormwater. The council also adopted the Diamond Hill Neighborhood Plan, approved a $2.15 million budget amendment for the Horizon Crisis Receiving Center, and authorized new rental car concession agreements at the airport. Several board appointments were made, including to the Planning Commission and Airport Commission.

• Adopted Resolution #R-24-089 approving the Diamond Hill Neighborhood Plan (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-087 amending FY 2025 budget by $2,153,628 for Horizon Crisis Receiving Center (6-0)
• Tabled FLUM amendment, rezoning, and CUP for 88 townhomes at 750 Leesville Road until February (4-2, 5-1, 4-2)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-090 authorizing rental car concession agreements at Lynchburg Regional Airport (5-1)
• Granted non-exclusive license to Liberty University for light poles on Liberty Mountain Drive (6-0)
• Appointed members to Planning Commission (4-2) and Lynchburg Regional Airport Commission (4-2)
• Approved minutes of October 22 and November 12, 2024 meetings (6-0)

City Council

This work session includes updates on an AEP project, the FY 2024 financial report, and public safety recruitment. Council will also discuss several land use items: a rezoning at Concord Turnpike, a townhome development at Wards Ferry Road, and a private school conditional use permit. Closed sessions are scheduled for appointments and city manager performance review.

• Update on AEP upcoming project with Robb Mann
• FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Public safety recruitment and retention update
• Rezoning at 2712 Concord Turnpike and 118/120 Spinoza Circle for residential subdivision
• FLUM amendment, rezoning, and CUP for townhome development at 3142-3150 Wards Ferry Road, and CUP for K-12 private school at 742 Leesville Road

City Council

The City Council is hosting a legislative dinner at the University of Lynchburg to discuss education policy with Virginia Secretary of Education Aimee Guidera. The event includes a welcome by Mayor Stephanie T. Reed and a closing by Councilmember Sterling Wilder.

• Presentation by Virginia Secretary of Education Aimee Guidera
• Welcome by Mayor Stephanie T. Reed
• Invocation by Councilmember Sterling Wilder
• Discussion Group session
• Wrap Up & Closing Remarks by Mayor Stephanie T. Reed

The City Council held a special called meeting with its local state delegation to discuss the city's legislative agenda, focusing on education priorities. Virginia Secretary of Education Aimee Guidera provided an overview of how these priorities align with state work, and attendees had the opportunity to discuss. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

City Council

Council considers budget amendments for 21 firefighters ($4.4M), drug court expansion, and sexual assault response. Also up for a vote: towing contract, Lifelong Learning Committee, and $2.15M for Horizon Crisis Receiving Center. Public comment includes towing rotation and allegations of misogyny.

• Hire 21 firefighters with $4,434,217 from federal/state aid
• Appropriate $500,000 for sexual assault/domestic violence response
• Appropriate $2,153,628 for Horizon Crisis Receiving Center site acquisition and renovation
• Approve towing and vehicle recovery services contract (Option A, B, or C)
• Amend budget for substance abuse treatment: $95,000 for adult drug court and $45,266 for enhanced testing

The Lynchburg City Council held work sessions and a regular meeting on November 12, 2024, addressing a wide range of municipal and legislative items. Council approved several budget amendments, including $2,153,628 for the Horizon Crisis Receiving Center and funds for 21 new firefighters. They also established the Lifelong Learning Committee to foster collaboration with the School Board, awarded a towing contract to Bee Line Transport, Inc., and finalized the 2025 Legislative Agenda after debating individual provisions.

• Adopted Resolution #R-24-080, appropriating $4,434,217 to hire 21 firefighters (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-081, appropriating $95,000 for Adult Drug Court substance abuse treatment capacity (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-082, appropriating $45,266 for drug/recovery court testing (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-083, appropriating $500,000 to enhance criminal justice response to sexual assault and domestic violence (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-085, establishing the Lifelong Learning Committee with an effective date of January 14, 2025 (5-2)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-86 (Option A), awarding the Towing and Vehicle Recovery Services contract to Bee Line Transport, Inc. (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-087, appropriating $2,153,628 for the Horizon Crisis Receiving Center (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-24-078 for FY 2025 First Quarter Budget Adjustments (7-0)

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will meet to review Virginia Department of Transportation roadway studies and a streetlight license agreement with Liberty University. The meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2024, at City Hall.

• VDOT STARS Studies review
• CIP Series - Site Development presentation
• Liberty University Streetlight License Agreement

City Council

This is a work session where Council will discuss a rezoning and conditional use permit for townhomes at 750 Leesville Road, a proposed rental car concession agreement and lease, and the 2025 legislative agenda. Other briefings include the Fire Department pharmacy update, the Water Resources annual report, the Diamond Hill neighborhood plan, funding for the Horizon Crisis Receiving Center, and quarterly boards and commissions reporting. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a towing contract award.

• 750 Leesville Road – Future Land Use Map amendment, rezoning, and conditional use permit for townhomes
• Rental Car Concession Agreement and Lease
• Diamond Hill Neighborhood Plan briefing
• Horizon Crisis Receiving Center funding discussion
• 2025 Legislative Agenda briefing

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will approve minutes from September 24 and October 8, 2024, and consider several public‑hearing items, including a Conditional Use Permit for an auto body shop at 1101 5th Street and a zoning change at 273 Riverside Drive. The council will also introduce budget resolutions that fund firefighter hires, expand substance‑abuse treatment, and allocate $500,000 to strengthen the city’s response to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Additional items include adopting the FY 2025 First Quarter Adjustments ordinance and updating erosion‑control and storm‑water regulations.

• Resolution #R-24-075: Conditional Use Permit for Kerr Holdings, LLC to operate an auto body shop at 1101 5th Street (parking at 1107 5th Street)
• Resolution #R-24-076 and Ordinance #O-24-077: Amend Future Land Use Map and change zoning at 273 Riverside Drive
• Resolution #R-24-083: Appropriation of $500,000 to enhance the criminal‑justice response to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking
• Resolution #R-24-080: Appropriation of $4,434.217 to hire 21 firefighters for the Lynchburg Fire Department
• Resolution #R-24-081: Appropriation of $95,000 to expand substance‑abuse treatment capacity in the Lynchburg Adult Drug Court

Council approved a conditional use permit for Kerr Holdings to operate an auto body shop at 1101 5th Street, with a condition removed. They also approved a FLUM amendment and rezoning for conservation at 273 Riverside Drive, and approved several budget amendments including a $4.4M grant to hire 21 firefighters. Council adopted a salary alignment ordinance (4-3) and rejected the 2025 Legislative Agenda (2-5).

• Approved CUP #R-24-075 for auto body shop at 1101 5th St (7-0)
• Approved FLUM amendment #R-24-076 for 273 Riverside Dr (7-0)
• Approved rezoning #O-24-077 to R-C Conservation at 273 Riverside Dr (7-0)
• Approved FY2025 Q1 budget adjustments #O-24-078 (6-1)
• Approved stormwater/erosion consolidation #O-24-079 (7-0)
• Approved $4,434,217 SAFER grant to hire 21 firefighters (7-0)
• Approved $95,000 for Adult Drug Court expansion (7-0)
• Adopted council salary alignment #O-24-084 (4-3)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to consider introducing resolutions to appropriate several grants. The body will also receive updates on monthly revenue collections and the FY 2025 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies.

• Appropriation of $4,434,217 from the 2023 Staffing of Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant
• Appropriation of 2024 Improving Criminal Justice Responses Grant Program
• Appropriation of SAMHSA Grant for Lynchburg Adult Drug Court awarded to Horizon
• Appropriation of Drug Court Statewide Universal Drug Testing Grant
• FY 2025 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies update

City Council

The City Council will discuss budget appropriations for behavioral health and council salaries. The body is also considering a grant conveyance easement and a contract for towing services.

• Appropriating $100,200 for a Behavioral Health Docket Coordinator
• Ordinance #O-24-073 for an ingress/egress easement at 4 Adams Street
• Transfer of Baseball Stadium Franchise Agreement rights to Hillcats Baseball, LLC
• Towing and Vehicle Recovery Services Contract with Bee Line Transport, Inc.
• Allocation of Program Year 2021 HOME American Rescue Plan funds from HUD

The Lynchburg City Council tabled a five-year towing and vehicle recovery services contract with Bee Line Transport until November 12, 2024, after concerns were raised about the procurement process. The Council also approved the sale of the Lynchburg Hillcats baseball team to Hillcats Baseball, LLC, and adopted several consent agenda items, including a $100,200 appropriation for a Behavioral Health Docket Coordinator. A resolution to align City Council salaries with City Code was tabled indefinitely.

• Tabled towing contract with Bee Line Transport until Nov 12 (consensus)
• Approved Resolution R-24-074 consenting to Hillcats Baseball sale (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-070 appropriating $100,200 for Behavioral Health Docket Coordinator (6-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-066 allocating HOME-ARP funds (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-073 granting ingress/egress easement to Griffin Pipe (6-0)
• Tabled City Council salary alignment resolution indefinitely (5-1)
• Failed to reintroduce Option B for Council salaries (3-3)
• Approved minutes of Sept 10, 2024 meeting (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several land use actions, including rezoning 273 Riverside Drive from R-2 to a Conservation District with a FLUM amendment. Additional items include a bid opening for an easement with Griffin Pipe Products, a review of erosion control and stormwater requirements, and updates from the Economic Development office. The council will also discuss a draft 2025 Legislative Agenda.

• 273 Riverside Drive – rezoning from R-2 to R-C Conservation District; FLUM amendment
• 1600 Graves Mill Road – rezoning of B-3C Community Business District (Conditional)
• 1101 & 1107 5th Street – conditional use permit for auto body shop
• Consolidation of erosion control and stormwater management requirements
• City of Lynchburg and Griffin Pipe Products – ingress/egress easement bid opening

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will receive updates on large public works and water resources projects that together total more than $5 million. The committee will also hear a brief on the Community Improvement Program series featuring the Community Market, noted as Lynchburg's oldest business. No decisions are indicated; the items are informational updates.

• Information Item II.1: Updates on large public works and water resources projects over $5 million
• Information Item II.2: Presentation on the CIP series – Community Market, Lynchburg's oldest business

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to bow hunting ordinances and the appropriation of grants for park improvements. The body is also considering a license for Firefly Fiber Broadband and adjustments to City Council salaries.

• Appropriation of $322,000 for Perrymont Park improvements
• Ordinance #O-24-069 to change bow hunting height requirements and allow hunting on city property
• Interim license for Firefly Fiber Broadband to operate telecommunications facilities
• Appropriation of $100,200 for a Behavioral Health Docket Coordinator
• Dedication of 500 Sandusky Drive and part of 409 Perrymont Avenue as open-space land

The Council tabled a decision on aligning City Council salaries with the City Code, after a motion to increase salaries failed and a motion to keep current pay levels was rejected. The Council approved a resolution directing staff to prepare agreements to settle the Region 2000 landfill litigation, which could expand landfill capacity by 25 years. Other actions included approving a $322,000 grant for Perrymont Park improvements and amending the bow hunting ordinance to lower height requirements and allow hunting on city-owned property.

• Tabled City Council salary alignment decision (5-1)
• Approved resolution to settle Region 2000 landfill litigation (6-0)
• Approved $322,000 grant for Perrymont Park improvements (6-0)
• Amended bow hunting ordinance to lower height to 8 feet, allow coyotes, extend permits to 2 years (6-0)
• Approved $1,498,471 HOME-ARP funds allocation to Rush Homes for 8 rental units (6-0)
• Approved $100,200 for Behavioral Health Docket Coordinator (6-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Fourth Quarter Adjustments (6-0)
• Approved Firefly Fiber Broadband interim license (6-0)

City Council

The City Council work session will provide updates on the White Rock School Project, the 50th Virginia 10-Miler, and the Code Compliance and Property Toolkit. It will consider business items including a towing and vehicle recovery services contract award, a settlement resolution with Region 2000 Services Authority, approval of new ownership of the Lynchburg Hillcats baseball team, and a Lifelong Learning Committee briefing. A closed session will be held to discuss appointments to several city boards.

• White Rock School Project Update
• 50th Running of the Virginia 10-Miler
• Code Compliance and Property Toolkit Update
• Towing and Vehicle Recovery Services Contract Award
• Approval of New Ownership of the Lynchburg Hillcats Baseball Team

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review a grant for a Behavioral Health Docket Coordinator. The body will also receive updates on monthly revenue collections and the FY 2025 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies.

• Virginia Supreme Court Specialty Docket grant for a Behavioral Health Docket Coordinator
• FY 2025 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies update
• Monthly Revenue Collections update

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will approve minutes from recent special meetings and adopt several ordinances, including a polling‑place change for Ward III, a right‑of‑way grant to Appalachian Power, a land change for Beacon Credit Union, and the vacating of part of Waughs Landing Drive. The council will hear public comments on topics such as decorum, downtown parking police, and tax reductions. It will also consider two resolutions that appropriate a $9,500 CLG grant for a preservation workshop and $322,000 for Perrymont Park improvements.

• Adopt Ordinance #O-24-058 to move Ward III, Precinct 4 polling place to Heritage High School
• Adopt Ordinance #O-24-059 granting right of way and easement to Appalachian Power at 1100 Jefferson Street and 8 9th Street
• Adopt Ordinance #O-24-060 changing area at 5114 & 5208 Woodall Road for Beacon Credit Union Headquarters
• Adopt Ordinance #O-24-061 vacating a portion of right‑of‑way known as Waughs Landing Drive
• Consider Resolution #R-24-063 appropriating $322,000 for Perrymont Park improvements

The Lynchburg City Council held a regular meeting on September 10, 2024, approving several ordinances and resolutions. The most consequential decision was the unanimous approval of a rezoning to allow Beacon Credit Union to build a new corporate headquarters. The council also approved a polling place change, a right-of-way easement for Appalachian Power, a right-of-way vacation, and grant funding for park improvements and historic preservation training. A closed session was held to discuss the Region 2000 Services Authority and other matters.

• Approved rezoning at 5114 & 5208 Woodall Road for Beacon Credit Union HQ (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-058 changing Ward III Precinct 4 polling place to Heritage High School (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-059 granting right-of-way easement to Appalachian Power at 1100 Jefferson St & 8 9th St (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance O-24-061 vacating portion of Waughs Landing Drive (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-062 appropriating $9,500 CLG grant for historic preservation training (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R-24-063 appropriating $322,000 in grants for Perrymont Park improvements (7-0)
• Approved sole bid from Appalachian Power for public works project (6-0, Misjuns absent)
• Held closed meeting on Region 2000 Services Authority and other matters (6-1, Helgeson no)

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold a work session to review agenda items including Perrymont Park improvements, deer population reduction, and the allocation of HOME-ARP funds. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss the Region 2000 Services Authority and potential litigation.

• Perrymont Park Improvements Grants
• Deer Population Reduction
• Approval of HOME-ARP funds allocation
• Region 2000 Services Authority expansion
• Closed session for litigation and franchise renewal

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will review an interim license agreement for Firefly Fiber Broadband. The body will also discuss capital improvement projects for the Lynchburg Public Library and Parks & Recreation aquatics facilities.

• Interim License Agreement for Firefly Fiber Broadband
• CIP Series: Lynchburg Public Library
• CIP Series: Parks & Recreation Aquatics Facilities

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning change for two properties on Pinehurst Street. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for previous meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Proposed rezoning of 1015 & 1019 Pinehurst Street from R-3 Medium Density Residential to R-4C High Density Residential (Conditional) for Rush Homes, Carolyn's Place

The Lynchburg City Council unanimously approved a rezoning for 5.84 acres at 1015 & 1019 Pinehurst Street from R-3 to R-4C (Conditional), allowing Rush Homes to build 48 residential units. The council also entered two closed meetings, certified them as lawful, and deferred a deer population reduction item to September 10. Several public comments criticized a recent censure special meeting and called for Mayor Reed's resignation.

• Approved Ordinance #O-24-057 rezoning 1015 & 1019 Pinehurst Street to R-4C for 48-unit Rush Homes development (7-0)
• Approved minutes of June 25, 2024, July 9, 2024 special meeting, and July 9, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Pulled approval of July 3, 2024 special meeting minutes; staff to review (consensus)
• Deferred deer population reduction item to September 10, 2024 meeting
• Entered closed meeting for personnel performance review (5-0, 2 absent)
• Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia FOIA (5-0, 2 absent)
• Entered closed meeting for privacy discussion (7-0)
• Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia FOIA (6-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The City Council work session will discuss several items, including a proposed change to a polling place in Ward III, Precinct 4. The main agenda item is the rezoning of the Beacon Credit Union headquarters at 5114 and 5208 Woodall Road from I‑2 Light Industrial to B‑5 General Business. Additional topics are a street vacation on Waughs Landing Drive and a deer population reduction plan.

• Proposed polling place change – Ward III, Precinct 4
• Beacon Credit Union Headquarters rezoning: I‑2 to B‑5 at 5114 & 5208 Woodall Road
• Street vacation request for a portion of Waughs Landing Drive
• Deer population reduction discussion

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the appropriation of grants for park improvements and preservation workshops. The body will also review a security grant application for the Fire Department and receive budget updates. These items affect how the city allocates specific state and federal funding for local projects.

• Appropriation of Virginia Outdoor Foundation and Department of Conservation and Recreation grants for Perrymont Park improvements
• Appropriation of a Certified Local Government (CLG) grant for a NAPC CAMP workshop
• 2024 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Grant Application for the Fire Department Technical Rescue Team
• FY 2025 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
• Monthly Revenue Collections Update

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider the adoption of Resolution #R-24-___. This resolution proposes censuring and punishing Councilmembers Jeff Helgeson and Martin Misjuns for misconduct and disorderly behavior.

• Resolution #R-24-___ regarding the censure and punishment of Councilmembers Jeff Helgeson and Martin Misjuns

The Lynchburg City Council voted 4-3 to adopt Resolution R-24-056, censuring and punishing Councilmembers Jeff Helgeson and Martin Misjuns for disorderly behavior and misconduct, excluding resolving clause #8. A substitute motion to table the resolution until September 10 was defeated 3-4. The censure followed apologies from both members and discussion of attorney-client privilege violations.

• Adopted Resolution R-24-056 censuring Helgeson and Misjuns (4-3)
• Defeated motion to table censure until September 10 (3-4)

City Council

The City Council will consider a rezoning for 1101 5th Street and the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs. The meeting also includes discussion of city rules of procedure and participation in an opioid-related settlement against Kroger.

• Rezoning 1101 5th Street from B-4 to B-5
• Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME Program
• City participation in opioid-related settlement against Kroger
• Adoption of City Council's Rules of Procedure

Lynchburg City Council denied a request to rezone 1101 5th Street from B-4 to B-5, which would have allowed an auto body repair shop. A substitute motion to approve the rezoning failed 3-4, and the original motion to deny passed 4-3. Council also adopted the FY2025 CDBG/HOME Annual Action Plan, approved participation in an opioid settlement with Kroger, and amended the Rules of Procedure to strike two prohibited-conduct items. Earlier work sessions covered airport service, museum exhibits, and Fifth Street revitalization.

• Denied rezoning of 1101 5th Street from B-4 to B-5 for auto body repair (4-3)
• Substitute motion to approve the 5th Street rezoning failed (3-4)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-053 approving FY2025 CDBG/HOME Annual Action Plan (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-054 approving City Council Rules of Procedure, as amended (6-1)
• Amended Rules of Procedure to strike Items 9 and 11 on prohibited conduct (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-055 approving City's participation in opioid settlement with Kroger (7-0)
• Approved minutes of June 11, June 12, and June 17, 2024 meetings (7-0 each)
• Entered closed meeting on Region 2000 Services Authority expansion (7-0); certified closed meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session covering regional airport updates and the Fifth Street Corridor. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for residential units at 1015 & 1019 Pinehurst Street.

• Rezoning of 1015 & 1019 Pinehurst Street for forty-eight duplex, quadplex and townhouse-style units
• Lynchburg Regional Airport Air Service Update
• Fifth Street Corridor Revitalization
• Griffin Pipe Products Co., LLC Parking and Ingress/Egress Easement
• Closed session regarding Region 2000 Services Authority expansion

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will receive updates regarding large-scale projects for Public Works and Water Resources. These projects are valued at over $5,000,000.

• Large Project Updates for Public Works and Water Resources (Over $5 Million)

City Council

The City Council is considering several resolutions related to political campaign legal support and election transparency. These items include rules for city staff voting processes, the use of public funds for personal legal defense, and requests for an Attorney General opinion.

• Resolution regarding prohibiting staff from bypassing the deliberative process via selective solicitation of votes
• Resolution to prohibit using public funds for City Council members' personal interests or political campaigns
• Request for Virginia Attorney General opinion on use of public funds for political party candidates
• Resolution directing the City Attorney to comply with discovery requests during election contests
• Resolution to waive attorney-client privilege for a June 29, 2024 email regarding Peter Alexander v. Chris Faraldi

Lynchburg City Council voted 4-2 to indefinitely block consideration of five resolutions concerning the Alexander v. Faraldi election contest, attorney-client privilege, and use of public funds for legal representation. Councilmembers Misjuns and Helgeson opposed; Vice Mayor Faraldi was absent and had recused himself. A motion to allow a substitute motion was defeated 4-2. Electoral Board Chairman David Levy told Council the 125 ballots at issue were counted and that the Board stands by its certification of the June 18 primary.

• Blocked consideration of five resolutions indefinitely (4-2: Dolan, Taylor, Wilder, Reed yes; Helgeson, Misjuns no; Faraldi absent)
• Denied appeal to allow a substitute motion (4-2: Dolan, Taylor, Wilder, Reed no; Misjuns, Helgeson yes; Faraldi absent)
• No vote taken on the five resolutions themselves; they were not adopted or rejected on the merits
• Vice Mayor Faraldi recused himself from the agenda items due to a potential conflict of interest; his letter was read into the record
• Councilmember Misjuns declined to recuse himself, stating he was named only as a witness

City Council

The City Council is considering several resolutions regarding the use of public funds for legal defense of personal or political interests. The agenda also includes a request for an Attorney General opinion and a proposal to waive attorney-client privilege on a specific email from June 29, 2024.

• Resolution to prohibit using city funds for Council members' personal legal defense or political campaigns
• Request for Virginia Attorney General opinion on use of public funds for political party candidates
• Direction to City Attorney regarding compliance with discovery requests in election contests
• Proposal to waive attorney-client privilege on a June 29, 2024 email from Matthew Freedman
• Resolution pledging compliance with § 2.2-3710 of the Code of Virginia

A special meeting of the Lynchburg City Council on July 3, 2024 could not take place because only three of seven members were present, and Mayor Stephanie Reed established there was no quorum. Present were Stephanie Reed, Jeff Helgeson, and Martin Misjuns; absent were Chris Faraldi, MaryJane Dolan, Larry Taylor, and Sterling A. Wilder. The meeting adjourned at 4:01 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including a conditional use permit for a shelter at 2220 Memorial Avenue. Other items include property leasing at Lynchburg Regional Airport and amendments to the city sewer service code.

• Conditional Use Permit for Ramp Church International shelter at 2220 Memorial Avenue
• Interim license for Zayo Group, LLC telecommunications facilities
• Lease of property at Lynchburg Regional Airport for Virginia State Police operations
• Ordinance to amend city sewer service availability code
• Resolution #R-24-047 regarding FY 2024 Adopted Budget third quarter adjustments

Council approved a Conditional Use Permit for a 50-bed homeless shelter at 2220 Memorial Avenue after rejecting a motion to limit capacity to 25 beds. They appointed Daryl Conner, Mark Tinsley, and Atul Gupta to the School Board for Districts 1, 2, and 3 respectively. The council also adopted a fee waiver ordinance to encourage septic-to-sewer conversions and approved a lease for Virginia State Police operations at the airport.

• Approved CUP for 50-bed shelter at 2220 Memorial Ave (4-3)
• Rejected motion to limit shelter capacity to 25 beds (3-4)
• Appointed Daryl Conner to School Board District 1 (5-2)
• Appointed Mark Tinsley to School Board District 2 (6-1)
• Appointed Atul Gupta to School Board District 3 (5-2)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-24-051 waiving sewer availability fees (7-0)
• Approved deed of lease for VA State Police at airport (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-047 for FY2024 budget adjustments (6-1)

City Council

The City Council will review a rezoning request for 1101 5th Street and discuss the draft Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs. The session also includes presentations on downtown reports and sheltering services.

• Rezoning: B-4 Urban Commercial District to B-5 General Business District at 1101 5th Street
• Draft Annual Action Plan - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Program
• Downtown Lynchburg Association 2023 Annual Report Presentation
• Sheltering Services discussion
• National Opioid Litigation Settlement - Kroger Opioid-Related Claims

Finance Committee

The Lynchburg City Council’s Finance Committee scheduled for Tuesday, June 25, 2024, has been canceled. No items are being decided or discussed at this session. The committee will reconvene on August 13 at City Hall.

• Meeting canceled; no agenda items to report.
• Next Finance Committee meeting is Tuesday, August 13 at 3:00 p.m. in City Hall.

City Council

The City Council is holding interview sessions with candidates for multiple districts. The Council will finalize its selection following these meetings.

• District 1 candidate interviews
• District 2 candidate interviews
• District 3 candidate interview (Atul Gupta)
• Selection to be finalized by Council

Council held a special called meeting on June 17, 2024 to interview candidates for the Lynchburg City School Board for Districts 1, 2, and 3, with terms beginning July 1, 2024. Six candidates were interviewed: Ken Kowalski, Joseph Malloy, Selina Morgan, Nettie Webb, and Brandy Gibbs (District 1), and Atul Gupta (District 3). No appointments were made; the City Attorney advised that the special meeting call only covered interviews, not voting, and the Mayor noted there was no Council consensus to appoint at this meeting. The meeting adjourned at 11:43 a.m.

• No appointments made to School Board Districts 1, 2, and 3
• Interviewed Ken Kowalski (District 1)
• Interviewed Joseph Malloy (District 1)
• Interviewed Selina Morgan (District 1)
• Interviewed Nettie Webb (District 1)
• Interviewed Brandy Gibbs (District 1)
• Interviewed Atul Gupta (District 3)

City Council

The City Council has scheduled interview times for candidates across various districts. The Council will finalize its selection following the June 11, 2024, meeting.

• Candidate interviews for District 1, District 2, and District 3
• Cynthia Deutsch (District 1) and Dr. Atul Gupta (District 3) unable to interview during scheduled slots

Lynchburg City Council held a special called meeting on June 12, 2024, solely to interview candidates for the Lynchburg City School Board for Districts 1, 2, and 3, with terms beginning July 1, 2024. Council conducted 30-minute interviews with Jordan Nesbitt, Jibri Poe, and Mark Tinsley (District 2) and Daryl Conner, Patrick Earl, and Elizabeth Jenkins (District 1). The minutes record no vote, appointment, or other decision; the meeting was recessed at 11:30 a.m., reconvened at 12:00 p.m., and adjourned at 12:58 p.m.

• No appointments or votes recorded; meeting was for candidate interviews only
• Interviewed Jordan Nesbitt, District 2 (30 minutes)
• Interviewed Jibri Poe, District 2 (30 minutes)
• Interviewed Mark Tinsley, District 2 (30 minutes)
• Interviewed Daryl Conner, District 1 (30 minutes)
• Interviewed Patrick Earl, District 1 (30 minutes)
• Interviewed Elizabeth Jenkins, District 1 (30 minutes)

City Council

The City Council will review several business items including infrastructure updates and land use requests. Discussions include the College Lake Dam removal project and a conditional use permit for an international shelter.

• College Lake Dam Removal and Blackwater CSO Tunnel Project updates
• ApCo Easement for Riverfront Park
• Septic to Sewer Conversion Incentive
• Conditional Use Permit for The Ramp Church International Shelter at 2220 Memorial Avenue
• Deed of Lease Agreement with Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of General Services, for Virginia State Police Operations

Physical Development Committee

The Lynchburg Physical Development Committee will review a SMART SCALE application for fiscal year 2025 and discuss an interim license agreement with Zayo Group, LLC. The agenda lists these as general business items to be addressed during the June 11 meeting. No additional project details or funding amounts are provided in the document.

• SMART SCALE Application for FY2025
• Interim License Agreement with Zayo Group, LLC

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including a $164,914 appropriation for police ballistics equipment and the FY 2025 Schools Operating Budget. The meeting includes multiple public comment sessions regarding neighborhood safety, taxation, and religious displays. Additionally, council members will consider finalizing candidates for School Board appointments.

• $164,914 for Integrated Ballistics Identification System (IBঁIS) and NIBIN equipment
• FY 2025 Schools Operating Budget adoption
• Allocation of FY 2025 CDBG and HOME Program funds
• School Board appointment candidate list
• Third Quarter Budget adjustments

At its June 11, 2024 meeting, Lynchburg City Council adopted Resolution #R-24-044 appropriating the FY 2025 Schools Operating Budget by major classification on a 5-2 vote, with Dolan and Wilder opposed. Council also adopted Resolution #R-24-043 appropriating $164,914 for police ballistics equipment, approved minutes of the May 14 meeting, and adopted Resolution #R-24-046 allocating FY 2025 CDBG and HOME funds. A public hearing on Resolution #R-24-047 amending the FY 2024 budget for third-quarter adjustments ended with adoption on a 6-1 vote, Faraldi opposed. Earlier work sessions covered College Lake Dam removal, an ApCo easement for Riverfront Park, a septic-to-sewer incentive program, a proposed shelter CUP at 2220 Memorial Avenue, and a Virginia State Police lease at the airport; no action was taken on those items.

• Adopted Resolution #R-24-044 appropriating the FY 2025 Schools Operating Budget by major classification (5-2; Dolan and Wilder opposed)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-043 appropriating $164,914 for an Integrated Ballistics Identification System (IBIS) and related NIBIN equipment for the Lynchburg Police Department (7-0)
• Approved the minutes of the May 14, 2024 meeting as presented (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-046 allocating FY 2025/PY 2024 CDBG and HOME entitlement, reprogrammed, and recaptured funds, amended to incorporate Attachment B by reference (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-047 amending the FY 2024 Adopted Budget for Third Quarter Adjustments (6-1; Faraldi opposed)
• Requested to add Brandy Gibbs from District 1 to the list of School Board candidates to be interviewed

Finance Committee

The committee will review the 2023 Project Safe Neighborhood Grant. Members will also receive quarterly reports for several city funds, including transit, airport, water, and sewer operations.

• 2023 Project Safe Neighborhood Grant
• Greater Lynchburg Transit Company Quarterly Report
• Regional Airport Fund Quarterly Report
• Lynchburg Regional Juvenile Detention Center Quarterly Report
• Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Operating Fund reports

City Council

The City Council will consider second readings for the FY 2025 General Fund, Discretionary External Service Providers, and Capital Improvement Program budgets. The meeting includes public hearings regarding School Board vacancies and siting agreements for energy companies. Additionally, a significant portion of public comment is dedicated to Lynchburg City Schools funding.

• Second reading of the FY 2025 General Fund Operating Budget
• Appropriation of $50,000 from the FY 2025 Reserve for Contingencies
• Siting agreement with James Energy, LLC at 3920 Harbor Street & 109 Old Trents Ferry Road
• Siting agreement with Quarry Energy Center, LLC at 2904 Carroll Avenue
• Appropriation of $164,914 for police ballistics identification equipment

Council adopted several FY 2025 budget resolutions, including the General Fund and Capital Improvement Program. The board approved two siting agreements for battery energy storage facilities and extended the city-wide youth curfew until January 1, 2025.

• Approved FY 2025 General Fund Operating Budget (6-1)
• Approved FY 2025 Capital Improvement Program and Capital Budget (4-3)
• Approved siting agreement for battery storage at 3920 Harbor St & 109 Old Trents Ferry Rd (7-0)
• Approved siting agreement for battery storage at 2904 Carroll Ave (7-0)
• Extended City-wide Youth Curfew Ordinance to January 1, 2025 (4-3)
• Approved $164,914 for Police Department ballistics equipment (6-0)
• Established VA 250 Local Committee 'LYH 250' (4-0)
• Introduced FY 2025 Schools Operating Budget (5-2)

City Council

The City Council will review updates regarding fiscal year 2025 school funding and tax rates. The session also includes discussions on community development grant recommendations and third quarter budget adjustments.

• FY 2025 School Funding Update and Tax Rates
• CDAC recommendations for CDBG and HOME Program Entitlement funds
• FY 2024 Third Quarter Adjustments
• Enterprise Drive Traffic Update
• City-Wide Youth Curfew

City Council

The Council will conduct a first reading on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, which includes proposed changes to water, sewer, and stormwater rates. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for properties on Wards Road and public hearings regarding School Board vacancies.

• First reading of the FY 2025 budget, including updates to water, sewer, and stormwater rates
• Rezoning of 2731, 2735 & 2739 Wards Road to B-5C, General Business District (Conditional)
• Appropriation of $27,326 from the Library of Virginia to preserve Circuit Court Records
• Transfer of $1,671,820 from contingency reserves to instruction for Lynchburg City Schools
• Public hearing regarding vacancies in School Board Districts I, II, and III

City Council approved increases to water, sewer, and stormwater rates and adopted the FY 2025 Capital Budget. The Council also established a $1.6 million reserve to help keep two elementary schools open and approved a revenue-sharing ordinance for energy storage facilities.

• Approved water, sewer, and stormwater rate increases (4-3)
• Adopted FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program and FY 2025 Capital Budget (4-3)
• Approved $1.6M FY 2025 Schools Non-Closure Reserve (5-2)
• Approved transfer of $1,671,820 from LCS Contingency Reserves to Instruction (4-3)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing revenue sharing for solar and energy storage facilities (6-1)
• Approved $27,326 for Circuit Court Records preservation (6-1)
• Approved rezoning of 2731, 2735 & 2739 Wards Road to B-5C for gas station and auto repair (7-0)
• Set Personal Property Tax Relief Rate at 32.73% for 2024 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a request to amend Lynchburg City Schools Major Classification Funding for FY 2024. The session also includes discussions regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update and specific siting agreements.

• Lynchburg City Schools Major Classification Funding amendment for FY 2024
• Comprehensive Plan Update
• Siting Agreement - 3920 Harbor Street & 109 Old Trents Ferry Road
• Siting Agreement - 2904 Carroll Avenue
• VA 250 Local Committee

Physical Development Committee

The committee will receive information regarding the Property Toolkit and Development Projects. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Property Toolkit and Development Projects information item

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including a $1,671,820 transfer to Lynchburg City Schools. The agenda also includes a rezoning request for Leesville Road and an interim license agreement for fiber optic cable maintenance.

• Transfer of $1,671,820 from Contingency Reserves to Lynchburg City Schools Instruction
• Rezoning of 717 & 725 Leesville Road from R-1 to R-4
• Interim license agreement for 1,670 linear feet of fiber optic cable between the City and Sprint
• Appropriation of $27,326 from the Library of Virginia to preserve Circuit Court Records
• Approval of the Revised Emergency Operations Plan

City Council approved a rezoning request at 717 & 725 Leesville Road to allow a private entrance for a residential development located in Campbell County. The council also approved a fiber optic license agreement with Sprint and a revised Emergency Operations Plan.

• Approved rezoning 717 & 725 Leesville Road from R-1 to R-4 (5-2)
• Approved Resolution #R-24-024 for Sprint fiber optic license agreement (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #R-24-028 Revised Emergency Operations Plan Option A (5-2)
• Approved Resolution #R-24-027 Public-Private Transportation and Education guidelines (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #R-24-026 to appropriate $27,326 for Circuit Court record preservation (7-0)
• Tabled resolution to transfer $1,671,820 to Lynchburg City Schools (7-0)
• Consensus reached to cancel next week's budget reconciliation work session

City Council

The City Council will review business briefings regarding solar energy revenue and a rezoning request for Wards Road. The session also includes a discussion on the FY 2025 proposed budget reconciliation.

• Revenue sharing for solar and energy storage facilities
• Rezoning of 2731, 2735 & 2739 Wards Road from B-5/I-2 to B-5C
• 2024 School Board appointment process
• FY 2025 Proposed Budget Reconciliation

Finance Committee

The committee will review grant appropriations for circuit court records preservation and fire department radios. Members will also receive an update on monthly revenue collections and the FY 2024 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies.

• Library of Virginia Circuit Court Records Preservation Grant appropriation
• Purchase of 88 portable radios for the Fire Department via a 2023 grant
• FY 2024 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies update
• Monthly revenue collections update

City Council

The City Council will conduct two public hearings regarding the upcoming fiscal year. These sessions cover proposed water rates and the overall city budget.

• FY 2025 Water Rate Public Hearing
• FY 2025 Budget Public Hearing

The City Council held public hearings on the FY 2025 Water Rate and the FY 2025 Budget. No decisions, approvals, or votes were taken during this special meeting. Mayor Reed stated that five councilmembers requested funding to keep Sandusky and TC Miller schools open for one more year, and options will be presented at the next meeting.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 Water Rate opened and closed
• Public hearing on FY 2025 Budget opened and closed
• Mayor Reed reported five councilmembers requested funding to keep Sandusky and TC Miller open for one year
• Mayor Reed stated options for school funding will be presented at the next meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning several properties on Linkhorne Drive and approving a lease agreement for the Monument Terrace Building. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Revised Emergency Operations Plan and public comments on school budgets.

• Rezoning of 2820, 2840, 2842, and 2844 Linkhorne Drive to B-5C General Business District
• Lease agreement for Monument Terrace Building with CASA of Central Virginia, Inc.
• Adoption of a Revised Emergency Operations Plan
• Resolution authorizing issuance costs for public improvement refunding bonds

City Council approved a rezoning request to allow storage units at a shopping center on Linkhorne Drive and authorized a lease agreement with CASA of Central Virginia, Inc. The council tabled a revised Emergency Operation Plan and discussed a requested $1.67 million budget transfer for Lynchburg City Schools.

• Approved rezoning of 2820-2844 Linkhorne Drive to B-5C for storage units (7-0)
• Approved lease agreement with CASA of Central Virginia, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved appropriations for general obligation public improvement refunding bonds (7-0)
• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Tabled Revised Emergency Operation Plan (5-2)
• Entered closed session to discuss a building improvement project (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a request to rezone 717 and 725 Leesville Road from R-1 to R-4. The session also includes discussions regarding Lynchburg City Schools funding for FY 2024 and the FY 2025 proposed budget reconciliation.

• Rezoning of 717 & 725 Leeselle Road from R-1 to R-4
• Amendment to Lynchburg City Schools Major Classification Funding for FY 2024
• FY 2025 Proposed Budget Reconciliation

Physical Development Committee

The committee will receive an update regarding large Public Works and Water Resources projects costing more than $5 million. No other specific business items are listed for this meeting.

• Update on Public Works and Water Resources projects over $5 million

The Physical Development Committee met on April 9, 2024, and received presentations on large Public Works and Water Resources projects exceeding $5 million. City staff said they will provide quarterly update reports on property maintenance and large projects. No votes or formal decisions were recorded in the minutes; the meeting was informational.

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing a $76,950,000 General Obligation Public Improvement Refunding Bond series. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding an easement for Appalachian Power Company at 3405 Odd Fellows Road.

• Appalachian Power Company easement at 3405 Odd Fellows Road
• Issuance of up to $76,950,000 in General Obligation Public Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2024
• City of Lynchburg's Flag Display resolution

City Council approved the issuance of General Obligation Public Improvement Refunding Bonds and authorized an easement for Appalachian Power Company. The Council also adopted a standardized flag display resolution. A joint meeting with the School Board included discussions on the FY 2025 budget and potential school closures.

• Authorized issuance of up to $76,950,000 in General Obligation Public Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2024 (7-0)
• Approved appropriations for bond issuance costs (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-24-018 authorizing an easement to Appalachian Power Company at 3405 Odd Fellows Road (7-0)
• Accepted sole bid from Appalachian Power Company for easement at 3405 Odd Fellows Road (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-24-021 approving the City's Flag Display resolution (7-0)
• Approved November 28, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (7-0)

City Council

The City Council and School Board are holding a joint work session. The agenda includes a presentation on the Lynchburg City Schools FY 2025 Budget and discussions regarding population changes.

• Lynchburg City Schools FY 2025 Budget Presentation
• Discussion of Lynchburg 25 Year Population Change
• Discussion of Lynchburg ADM as a Percentage of Population

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for March 26, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 23, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. in the City Hall Second Floor Training Room.

City Council

The City Council is conducting a work session to review the fiscal year 2025 budget. Discussions include water, sewer, and stormwater rate recommendations and budget reconciliation.

• FY 2025 Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Budget Overview and Rate Recommendations
• FY 2025 Proposed Budget Reconciliation

City Council held a special meeting to receive briefings on the FY 2025 Proposed Budget and Water, Sewer, and Stormwater budgets. No formal votes were taken; the session consisted of staff presentations and council inquiries.

City Council

The City Council will consider a rezoning of property at 6201 Fort Avenue and an appropriation of $189,985 for tree maintenance. The meeting includes a presentation of the FY 2025 Budget and several public comments.

• Appropriation of $189,985 from Virginia Department of Forestry for tree maintenance and planting
• Rezoning of 6201 Fort Avenue from I-2, Light Industrial District to B-3, Community Business District
• Future Land Use Map amendment from Resource Conservation to Community Commercial
• FY 2025 Budget Presentation
• Amendment of guidelines for the Public-Private Transportation and Education Facilities Acts

Council approved a land use map amendment and rezoning for a property at 6201 Fort Avenue to allow a restaurant. The council also appropriated nearly $190,000 for tree maintenance and planting.

• Approved Resolution #R-24-014 appropriating $189,985 for tree maintenance and planting (7-0)
• Approved Resolution #R-24-016 amending Future Land Use Map at 6201 Fort Avenue (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance #O-24-017 rezoning 6201 Fort Avenue from I-2 to B-3 (7-0)
• Approved motion to hold closed meeting for legal advice on board member terms (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution for up to $76,950,000 in general obligation bonds. The session also includes discussions on the revised Emergency Operations Plan and a rezoning request for Linkhorne Drive.

• Bond refunding of not to exceed $76,950,000
• Adoption of the Revised Emergency Operations Plan
• Rezoning of 2820, 2840, 2842, 2844 Linkhorne Drive from B-3C to B-5C
• Flag Display Resolution
• FY 2025 - 2029 Capital Improvement Program presentation follow-up

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will discuss an interim license agreement involving Sprint Communications Company, L.P. The agenda also includes information items and the welcoming of Chair Larry Taylor.

• Interim License Agreement - Sprint Communications Company, L.P.

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for a lease agreement at the Monument Terrace Building with CASA of Central Virginia, Inc. The meeting also includes discussions on appropriating $189,985 for tree maintenance and planting, as well as installing additional memorials at Monument Terrace.

• Lease agreement between City of Lynchburg and CASA of Central Virginia, Inc. at Monument Terrace Building
• Appropriation of $189,985 from the Virginia Department of Forestry for tree maintenance and planting
• Installation of additional memorials to Monument Terrace
• Public comments regarding school budgets and Sandusky Elementary School

Council approved a $189,985 grant for downtown tree maintenance and planting and authorized new memorials at Monument Terrace. A lease renewal for CASA of Central Virginia was deferred to April to allow for board approval of amended terms.

• Approved $189,985 Virginia Department of Forestry grant for tree pruning and planting (7-0)
• Approved installation of Gulf War/Global War on Terror plaque, Battlefield Cross sculpture, and bench at Monument Terrace (7-0)
• Approved January 23, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Deferred CASA of Central Virginia lease renewal to April 9th by consensus
• Approved certification of closed session (6-1)

City Council

The City Council will review the FY 2025 - 2029 Capital Improvement Program for the city and schools. The session also includes a rezoning request at 6201 Fort Avenue and an easement discussion for the LPD facility.

• Presentation of the FY 2025 - 2029 Capital Improvement Program
• Rezoning and FLUM amendment at 6201 Fort Avenue
• City and ApCo easement at 3405 Odd Fellows Road
• PPTA/PPEA guidelines update

Finance Committee

The committee will review several quarterly reports including transit, airport, and utility funds. The meeting also includes a presentation of the FY 2025 - 2029 Capital Improvement Program for the City and Schools.

• Quarterly Reports for GLTC, Regional Airport, Juvenile Detention Center, Children's Services Act, Water, Sewer, and Stormwater funds
• FY 2025 - 2029 Capital Improvement Program presentation
• FY 2024 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies update
• Monthly Revenue Collections Update

City Council

The City Council is considering several budget amendments, including funds for a mental health co-responder model and the US DOJ COPS Hiring Program. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding lead service line inventory funding.

• $400,000 for mental health co-responder model implementation
• $225,692 for the 2023 US DOJ COPS Hiring Program Grant
• Lead Service Line Inventory Funding via Virginia Department of Health
• $15,000 transfer from General Fund Reserve to Schools Operating Budget

Council approved a resolution to secure $1.25 million in grants and loans for a lead service line inventory and replacement plan. The council also appointed several members to city boards and commissions and approved budget amendments for police and mental health services.

• Approved $1.25M lead service line inventory funding (6-1)
• Appropriated $225,692 for DOJ COPS Hiring Program Grant (7-0)
• Appropriated $400,000 for mental health co-responder model (7-0)
• Appropriated $15,000 from City General Fund Reserve for Schools (4-3)
• Appointed members to Redevelopment and Housing Authority (7-0)
• Appointed members to Parking Authority (7-0)
• Appointed members to Towing Advisory Board (7-0)
• Appointed members to GLTC Board of Directors (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will receive updates on the Greater Lynchburg Transit Agency and the Water System Master Plan. The meeting also includes briefings regarding Monument Terrace Memorials and a CASA lease agreement.

• Greater Lynchburg Transit Agency update
• Water System Master Plan status report
• Monument Terrace Memorials briefing
• CASA Lease Agreement briefing

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will receive a presentation on the FY 2025 - 2029 Capital Improvement Program for the City and Schools. The meeting also includes an information item regarding Pavement Marking Operations.

• Presentation of the FY 2025 - 2029 Capital Improvement Program - City and Schools
• Pavement Marking Operations

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various community organizations and drinking water funding. The agenda includes discussions regarding lead service line inventory funding and the Lead and Copper Rule.

• Horizon Behavioral Health discussion
• Central Virginia Continuum of Care discussion
• Park View Community Mission's Life Skills Institute discussion
• Lead and Copper Rule Revisions overview
• Virginia Department of Health Drinking Water State Revolving Fund funding

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss US Department of Justice grants regarding police hiring and crisis intervention teams. Members will also review quarterly reports for several city funds, including the General Fund and various operating funds. The report for Greater Lynchburg Transit Company has been deferred.

• US DOJ COPS Hiring Program Grant
• 2023 US DOJ Implementing Crisis Intervention Teams
• Quarterly reports for Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Operating Funds
• FY 2024 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies
• Monthly revenue collections update

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget adjustments, including $8.3 million in fund transfers and funding for a mental health co-responder model. The meeting also includes a public hearing on energy storage facility decommissioning and a citizen comment regarding mail.

• Resolution #R-24-004: Adjusting General, Fleet Services, and Capital Projects funds by $8,300,000
• Ordinance #O-24-008: Surety requirements for decommissioning energy storage facilities
• Resolution #R-24-009: $225,692 appropriation for US Department of Justice COPS Hiring Program Grant
• Resolution #R-24-010: $400,000 appropriation for a mental health co-responder model
• Resolution #R-24-012: $15,000 appropriation from General Fund Reserve to Schools Operating Budget

City Council approved an $8.3M budget adjustment from the Unassigned General Fund Balance for general, fleet, and capital projects. The council also adopted a zoning ordinance requiring surety for decommissioning energy storage facilities and approved two police grants for a mental health co-responder model.

• Approved $8.3M budget adjustment for General, Fleet Services, and City Capital Projects funds (5-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-24-008 requiring surety for decommissioning energy storage facilities (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #R-24-009 appropriating $225,692 for DOJ COPS Hiring Program Grant (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #R-24-010 appropriating $400,000 for mental health co-responder model grant (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #R-24-011 to increase VDOT Highway Maintenance lane mileage by 3.74 miles (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 from contingency reserve for LCS Heritage Theater Program (5-1)
• Approved minutes from various 2022, 2023, and 2024 meetings (multiple votes)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances during this work session. Items include a $3 million appropriation for Riverfront Park improvements and budget amendments for public safety bonuses. The council will also review a request regarding vehicle personal property tax waivers.

• $3,000,000 appropriation for Riverfront Park Improvements (Amphitheater)
• Conditional Use Permit for West Lynchburg Baptist Church Preschool at 3031 Memorial Avenue
• Relocation of Fourth Precinct polling place to William Marvin Bass Elementary School
• Budget amendments for public safety recruitment and retention bonuses
• FY 2025 CDBG and HOME Programs Annual Action Plan

The City Council approved a $8.3 million amendment to the FY 2024 budget, funding public safety recruitment, a fire truck, and park improvements. They also adopted ordinances to waive residential refuse collection fees and vehicle license fees for FY 2025, though the vehicle fee waiver passed with a narrower majority. Additionally, the Council approved a conditional use permit for a church preschool and appointed a new member to the Housing Authority board.

• Approved $8.3M budget amendment (6-0)
• Approved public safety recruitment ordinance (6-0)
• Approved FY 2025 refuse fee waiver (5-1)
• Approved FY 2025 vehicle license fee waiver (4-2)
• Approved $3M Riverfront Park amphitheater funding (5-1)
• Approved CUP for West Lynchburg Baptist Church preschool (6-0)
• Approved CDBG/HOME Annual Action Plan (6-0)
• Appointed Laura Dupuy to Housing Authority (4-1)

City Council

The City Council will review updates on property, economic development, and tourism. The agenda also includes a briefing on an energy storage decommissioning ordinance.

• Property Toolkit Update
• Economic Development & Tourism Update
• Downtown Lynchburg Association report on 2023 new businesses
• Energy Storage Decommissioning Ordinance briefing

Physical Development Committee

The committee will receive an update on the 501/221 Project. Members will also discuss additional city street mileage regarding VDOT Highway Maintenance Payments.

• Update on 501/221 Project
• Additional City Street Mileage for VDOT Highway Maintenance Payments