Lynchburg public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will consider a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a councilmember's involvement in personnel matters and treatment of staff. They will also receive the FY2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and related reports, and consider approving the cancellation of the December 9, 2025, meeting.

• Closed meeting under Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(8) for legal advice on councilmember conduct in personnel matters and treatment of staff
• FY2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and related reports
• Consideration of cancelling the December 9, 2025, meeting

At a special meeting on Dec 9, 2025, the Lynchburg City Council voted to cancel the regular council meetings scheduled for 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. that same day. The motion passed 4‑3, with Councilmembers Taylor, Reed, Faraldi and Wilder voting aye and Diemer, Misjuns and Timmer voting no. The Council also approved a closed‑session to seek legal counsel (7‑0) and later rejected a second closed‑session request (2‑3) and a certification resolution for the closed meeting (2‑3).

• Cancel Dec 9 regular meetings at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (4‑3)
• Approve closed‑session to consult legal counsel on member conduct (7‑0)
• Reject closed‑session under §2.2‑3711(A)(8) to consult legal counsel (2‑3)
• Reject certification resolution for closed‑meeting compliance (2‑3)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review two grant applications: a VDFP mini-grant for fire department gear washer-extractors and a state opioid response grant for a behavioral health docket. They will hear quarterly financial reports for multiple city funds, including GLTC, airport, and water/sewer operations. Updates on the FY2026 General Fund reserve for contingencies and monthly revenue collections are also on the agenda.

• 2026 VDFP mini-grant application for fire department gear washer-extractors
• State opioid response grant for Behavioral Health Docket
• Quarterly reports for GLTC, airport, juvenile detention center, and various operating funds
• FY2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies update
• Monthly Revenue Collections update

City Council

This work session includes a briefing on a future land use map amendment and rezoning request for 286 Rockwell Road to allow a shed business advertising location. Council will also discuss the FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and receive an update on homeless services and the warming center. Two closed sessions are planned for board appointments and performance evaluations of senior city officials.

• 286 Rockwell Road - FLUM amendment and rezoning for shed business
• FY 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report review
• Homeless services and warming center update
• Closed session for board vacancy appointments (GLTC, Housing Authority, Parking Authority, etc.)
• Closed session for performance evaluations of Clerk of Council, City Attorney, and City Manager

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will consider a resolution to amend the FY 2026 City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriate $39,954 for treatment, training, and supplies for the Lynchburg Behavioral Health Docket. The council will also consider an ordinance to authorize the sale and disposal of 1505 and 1517 Jackson Street. A public hearing will be held on the ordinance, and the council will hear public comments on various community topics. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting and a closed‑session segment.

• Resolution #R-25-___ to appropriate $39,954 for the Lynchburg Behavioral Health Docket
• Ordinance #O-26-__ authorizing sale of 1505 and 1517 Jackson Street
• Public hearing on the proposed ordinance
• Approval of minutes from the October 14, 2025 City Council meeting
• Public comment sessions on community issues

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council is convening a legislative dinner featuring a discussion with Chris Saxman of Virginia FREE and Chris DeLacy of Holland & Knight. No votes or formal actions are scheduled; the event is a forum for state-level policy dialogue.

• Welcome remarks by Mayor Larry Taylor and University of Lynchburg President Dr. Alison Morrison-Shetlar
• Discussion led by Chris Saxman (Virginia FREE) and Chris DeLacy (Holland & Knight)

A special called meeting of the Lynchburg City Council was held on November 18, 2025 at the University of Lynchburg. Council members and two state legislators attended, an invocation was given, and presentations on bipartisan collaboration were delivered. The meeting concluded with a dinner and adjourned at 7:36 p.m. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will review updates on a group home, the White Rock School renovation, and the properties at 1201 and 1305 Kemper Street. It will also consider the sale of 1505 and 1517 Jackson Street and a deed of lease agreement for an airport hangar. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; these items are slated for discussion.

• Sale of 1505 and 1517 Jackson Street
• Deed of Lease Agreement for Airport Hangar
• Group Home Overview
• Update on White Rock School renovation project
• Update on 1201 and 1305 Kemper Street

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council work session will discuss several items, including a revenue bond issuance by the Redevelopment Housing Authority for the 1300 Campbell Avenue project. The council will also review a Memorandum of Understanding for the Downtown Improvement District and consider a policy defining the Clerk’s and City Attorney’s roles in minute preparation. Additional topics include quarterly reporting from boards and commissions and a discussion of council rules of procedure.

• Downtown Lynchburg Association: Downtown Improvement District and Review Memorandum of Understanding
• Lynchburg Redevelopment Housing Authority revenue bond issuance for 1300 Campbell Avenue
• Lynchburg City Council Rules of Procedure discussion
• Vice Mayor Diemer: adopt written policy delineating Clerk’s Office and City Attorney’s Office roles in minute preparation
• Boards & Commissions Quarterly Reporting – Q4

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting resolutions to amend the FY 2026 budget, including funds for a Bookmobile, speed enforcement, DUI enforcement, and Fire Department equipment. The body will also vote on rezoning, conditional use permits, and a lease agreement at the airport.

• Appropriating $278,000 for a Bookmobile
• Appropriating $45,675 for speed enforcement
• Appropriating $21,105 for DUI enforcement
• Rezoning 1701 and 1703 Wards Ferry Road
• Leasing airport property to Bon Air Brokerage Company

The council adopted Resolution #R-25-083, allocating $278,000 to buy a Bookmobile for the public library. It also adopted Resolution #R-25-084, allocating $45,675 for speed‑enforcement equipment and activities. Council members agreed to schedule a dedicated day to discuss Rules of Procedure, and a closed‑session meeting was set for Dec. 9, 2025.

• Adopted Resolution #R-25-083, $278,000 Bookmobile purchase (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-25-084, $45,675 speed‑enforcement funding (6‑0)
• Agreed to schedule a dedicated day for Rules of Procedure discussion (consensus)
• Closed‑session meeting scheduled for Dec 9, 2025 to address Q3 and Q4 reports

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several financial items, including a revenue bond financing proposal for the Lynchburg Redevelopment Housing Authority at 1300 Campbell Avenue. It will also authorize the purchase of a bookmobile and discuss state grant funds for emergency medical services, highway safety speed and alcohol programs, and a public hearing on reprogramming Community Development Block Grant funds. The agenda includes updates on the FY 2026 general fund reserve for contingencies and monthly revenue collections.

• LRHA revenue bond financing – 1300 Campbell Avenue
• Authorization to purchase a bookmobile
• 2025 Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services – Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant
• FY 2026 DMV Highway Safety Speed grant
• Public hearing on reprogramming Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to brief and discuss three specific property requests. The session also includes training on the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (VCOIA).

• Conditional Use Permit for Pickleball Athletic Club at 3200 Carroll Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for a group home at 2134 Westerly Drive
• Rezoning for apartments at 1701 and 1703 Wards Ferry Road
• VCOIA Council Training

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will consider multiple resolutions appropriating federal and state funds for various departments. Notable decisions include adopting an opioid settlement fund allocation for social services and police technology, a public hearing on enterprise zone amendments, and introducing a $278,000 bookmobile purchase. The council will also consider approving the city's 2026 legislative agenda and a $25,000 funding ordinance for CVACL nutrition programs.

• Resolution R-25-075: $266,311 for opioid epidemic damage + $443,826 for four new Social Services positions
• Resolution R-25-076: $148,850 for forensic and analytical technology for Police Department
• Resolution R-25-077: $30,000 for a mobile device wellness application for Police Department
• Resolution R-25-078: $150,000 for communication headsets and ergonomic furniture for Emergency Communications Center
• Resolution R-25-083: $278,000 to purchase a Bookmobile for Lynchburg Public Library

The City Council adopted four resolutions appropriating funds for public health, social services, and police equipment. Resolution #R-25-075 provides $266,311 for opioid‑epidemic relief and $443,826 to create four new positions in the Department of Social Services. Resolutions #R-25-076, #R-25-077, and #R-25-078 allocate $148,850 for forensic technology, $30,000 for a police wellness app, and $150,000 for communication headsets and ergonomic furniture. A motion to suspend the Rules of Procedure to consider a redistricting resolution was defeated 2‑4.

• Adopted Resolution #R-25-075: $266,311 for opioid‑epidemic response and $443,826 for four new social‑services positions (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-25-076: $148,850 for forensic and analytical technology for the Police Department (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-25-077: $30,000 for a mobile device wellness application for the Police Department (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #R-25-078: $150,000 for communication headsets and ergonomic furniture for the Emergency Communications Center (6‑0)
• Motion to suspend Rules of Procedure to add a redistricting resolution defeated (Ayes: Taylor, Faraldi 2; Noes: Misjuns, Timmer, Wilder, Diemer 4; Absent: Reed 1)

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will discuss the Property Toolkit Derelict Program, receive updates on Water Resources major projects and Candler's Mountain Road sewer odor issues, and consider several business items including a deed of lease for an airport hangar, naming a private street as Waters Edge Circle, a Virginia Enterprise Zone boundary amendment for Zones #2 and #46, and an industrial water and sewer contract.

• Deed of Lease Agreement for a hangar at Lynchburg Regional Airport
• Naming of a private street as Waters Edge Circle
• Virginia Enterprise Zone boundary amendment for Zones #2 and #46
• Industrial Water and Sewer Contract
• Candler's Mountain Road sewer odor issue updates

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance regulating specialized medical facilities, review its own rules of procedure, and receive a briefing on the 2026 legislative agenda. The council will also enter closed sessions to discuss an investment at the Lynchburg Regional Airport and appointments to several boards and commissions.

• Discussion of proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance for regulation of specialized medical facilities
• Briefing on the 2026 Legislative Agenda
• Discussion of City Council Rules of Procedure
• Closed session to discuss investment of public funds at Lynchburg Regional Airport
• Closed session to discuss appointments to Business Development Center, GLTC, LRHA, Parking Authority, and Social Services Advisory Board

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning and conditional use permit requests, including a four-unit dwelling at 1115 Wise Street, a gift shop and short-term rentals at 826 Kemper Street, and townhomes at 663 Leesville Road. The council will also consider a lease agreement with Freedom Aviation at the regional airport, multiple budget amendments totaling over $1 million for opioid response, police technology, and emergency communications equipment, and a water/sewer contract with Seven Hills Paperboard. Additionally, the council will hear public comments on topics ranging from voter data requests to allegations of misconduct.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit for a four-unit multi-family dwelling at 1115 Wise Street (R-25-068)
• Public hearing on rezoning 826 Kemper Street to allow a gift shop and two short-term rental units (O-25-069)
• Public hearing on rezoning 663 Leesville Road to allow construction of townhomes (O-25-070)
• Introduction of resolution appropriating $266,311 for opioid epidemic damage and $443,826 for four new social services positions (R-25-075)
• Consideration of a water & sewer contract with Seven Hills Paperboard, an affiliate of CertainTeed, setting fixed rates (O-25-072)

During the October 14 meeting, Council reached consensus to adopt Option A with a roll‑call exception and Faraldi's Item D amendments, which set a 2/3 supermajority to add items to the agenda. The council also kept the respectful‑language wording as “shall” and left the current public‑comment residency validation unchanged. No formal vote tallies were recorded; decisions were noted as consensus or adoption.

• Adopt Option A with roll‑call exception for agenda items (consensus)
• Adopt Faraldi's amendments to Item D, requiring a 2/3 majority to add agenda items (consensus)
• Retain “shall” wording for respectful language during public comment (consensus)
• Maintain existing public‑comment residency validation (no change, consensus)
• Remove radius requirement from transitional‑housing zoning proposal (staff action)
• Defer decision on allowing items to be adopted during a work session (revisit later)
• No vote recorded on the adoption of a simple‑majority vote for work‑session items (discussion only)
• No formal vote tallies were provided for any of the procedural changes

Finance Committee

The Lynchburg Finance Committee will discuss several fiscal items including the submission of the FY2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Report for CDBG and HOME programs, quarterly budget adjustments, and appropriations for opioid abatement and various state grants. The committee will also consider a $25,000 funding request for the Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living and performance bonuses for Benefit Programs Specialists.

• Submittal of FY2025 CAPER for CDBG and HOME programs
• FY2025 Fourth Quarter and FY2026 First Quarter Adjustments
• Opioid Abatement Authority Direct Distribution Appropriation and VDSS State Funds Appropriation
• Funding request of $25,000 for Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living (CVACL)
• Performance-based monetary bonuses to Benefit Programs Specialists

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several property items, including a conditional use permit for multi-family at 1115 Wise Street, rezoning for retail and short-term rentals at 826 Kemper Street, and rezoning for Cedar Ridge Townhomes at 663 Leesville Road. Additionally, they will consider proposed changes to council rules of procedure and an ordinance to amend city code regarding obscene or indecent performances. A closed session is scheduled for litigation related to Timberlake Investments, LLC.

• 1115 Wise Street - Conditional Use Permit (CUP) - Multi-Family Dwelling
• 826 Kemper Street - Rezoning - Retail & Short Term Rentals
• 663 Leesville Road - Rezoning - Cedar Ridge Townhomes
• Ordinance to Amend City Code Section 27-12.1 Regarding Obscene or Indecent Performances and Exhibitions
• Closed session for litigation with Timberlake Investments, LLC

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to appropriate $710,137 in opioid settlement funds to address the epidemic and create four new social services positions, purchase police forensic technology ($148,850) and a wellness app ($30,000), and fund communication headsets and furniture for emergency communications ($150,000). The agenda also includes a $25,000 funding ordinance for the Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living, public hearings on the CDBG/HOME annual report and quarterly budget adjustments, and public comments from two groups.

• Resolution R-25-___ appropriating $710,137 to address the opioid epidemic and establish four new positions in the Department of Social Services
• Resolution R-25-___ appropriating $148,850 for forensic and analytical technology for the Lynchburg Police Department
• Resolution R-25-___ appropriating $150,000 for communication headsets and ergonomic furniture for the Emergency Communications Center
• Resolution R-25-___ appropriating $30,000 for a mobile device wellness application for the Lynchburg Police Department
• Ordinance O-25-___ approving $25,000 funding for the Central Virginia Alliance for Community Living

The City Council unanimously approved a closed meeting to consult with the City Attorney and staff about the Timberlake Investments, LLC v. Lynchburg City Council litigation. After the closed session, the Council certified that only matters exempt from open‑meeting rules were discussed, passing the certification by a 5‑0 vote with two members absent. No other agenda items resulted in formal approvals or denials.

• Closed meeting on Timberlake litigation approved (vote 7-0)
• Certification of closed‑meeting compliance adopted (vote 5-0, 2 absent)

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will discuss VDOT revenue sharing applications for FY 2027 and a proposed amendment to the Rosedale Franchise. They will also receive updates on roundabouts and major projects. This is a working session with no final votes anticipated.

• Discussion on roundabouts
• Major projects update
• Proposed VDOT revenue sharing applications for FY 2027
• Amendment to Rosedale Franchise

City Council & School Board Joint Committee

This joint meeting of the Lynchburg City Council and School Board will discuss the strategic plan and facilities plan processes. The agenda includes introductions of new school staff and closing remarks. No votes or concrete actions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and planning.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan Process
• Discussion of Facilities Plan Process
• Welcome and introductions including new school staff

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, a public hearing on a land dedication for Perrymont Park stormwater management, and several public comments. The main business includes votes on resolutions to participate in opioid-related settlements with the Sackler family and multiple drug companies, and to endorse VDOT revenue sharing applications for FY 2027. Consent items include a $94,909 budget amendment to fund a Kinship Navigator Program and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution R-25-060: Amend FY 2026 General Fund Human Services budget by $94,909 for a Kinship Navigator Program
• Public hearing on Resolution R-25-061: Dedicate 1.556 acres of Conserved Open Space for stormwater management at Perrymont Park Improvements
• Resolution R-25-062: Endorse VDOT Revenue Sharing Applications for FY 2027
• Resolution R-25-063 and R-25-064: Approve participation in opioid settlements against Sackler family and eight drug companies (Alvogen, Amneal, Apotex, Hikma, Indivior, Mylan, Sun, Zydus)
• Public comment on crosswalk safety at 5000 Fort Avenue and other topics

The joint council and school board meeting reviewed the strategic and facilities plans for city schools. Members discussed proposed capital improvements, including $10 million now and a possible additional $5.2 million for Sandusky Elementary, but no vote or formal approval was recorded. The council also considered roof repairs and vehicle maintenance plans without reaching a decision. The meeting concluded without any substantive actions being adopted.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several grant applications and funding requests, including a Virginia Clean Water Revolving Loan for the Blackwater CSO Tunnel and a VDFP grant for firefighter PPE. They will also receive updates on the FY2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies and monthly revenue collections. The committee may make recommendations to the full City Council on these items.

• Blackwater CSO Tunnel - Virginia Clean Water Revolving Loan Funding
• Virginia Department of Fire Programs grant to purchase PPE for firefighters
• Virginia Department of Social Services Kinship Navigator Program Grant
• Circuit Court FY2026 Statewide Universal Drug Testing Grant Application
• FY 2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review the adopted FY 2026 Budget and discuss national opioid litigation settlements. The meeting includes a review of Council Rules of Procedure and several closed sessions regarding real estate and appointments.

• Update on the Adopted FY 2026 Budget
• National Opioid Litigation Settlements (Sackler Family and others)
• Lynchburg City Council Rules of Procedure discussion
• Closed session on real estate at Lynchburg Regional Airport and 1505/1517 Jackson Street
• Closed session regarding a Lynchburg School Board member and Greater Lynchburg Transit Company Board vacancies

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a cell tower lease and loan funding for the Blackwater CSO Tunnel. The body will also consider appropriating funds for a Kinship Navigator Program.

• Resolution #R-25-058: Cell tower lease agreement at 3525 John Capron Road
• Resolution #R-25-059: Blackwater CSO Tunnel - Virginia Clean Water Revolving Loan Funding
• Resolution #R-25-060: Appropriation of $94,909 for a Kinship Navigator Program

The council voted to cancel the regular August 26 meeting and schedule a joint work session with City Schools on September 9. It suspended rules and tabled the proposed rule‑change package until the September 23 work session (6‑1). By a 6‑1 vote the council authorized a closed meeting to consider disposal of city‑owned real estate at the regional airport and 1505/1517 Jackson Street, and later adopted a certification of that closed meeting (5‑0). The council also appointed Mercedes Braun to the Greater Lynchburg Transit Company board (5‑0).

• Canceled regular meeting and scheduled joint work session with City Schools (consensus)
• Suspended rules and tabled rule‑change proposal until September 23 (6‑1)
• Authorized closed meeting to discuss disposal of city‑owned real estate at airport and Jackson Street (6‑1)
• Authorized closed meeting to discuss performance of a School Board member (6‑1)
• Authorized closed meeting to discuss appointments to Greater Lynchburg Transit Company board (6‑1)
• Adopted certification resolution confirming closed meeting complied with law (5‑0, absent Faraldi, Misjuns)
• Appointed Mercedes Braun to Greater Lynchburg Transit Company Board (5‑0, absent Faraldi, Misjuns)

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will meet to discuss a lease for a cell tower site and improvements to Perrymont Park. The meeting is scheduled for July 8, 2025, at City Hall.

• Milestone Cell Tower Site Lease
• Conserved Open Space Designation (Perrymont Park Improvements)
• Welcome Councilmember Jacqueline Timmer, Chair
• Information Items
• General Business

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review the 2026 meeting calendar and rules of procedure. The session includes FOIA training and a closed session to discuss vacancies for several city boards and commissions.

• Virginia Freedom of Information Act Biennial Training
• Discussion of Lynchburg City Council Rules of Procedure
• Setting of meeting dates for CY2026
• Closed session regarding appointments for boards including the Economic Development Authority and Historic Preservation Commission

City Council

The City Council will consider budget amendments to allocate funds for community and safety equipment. The body will also determine the 2026 regular meeting schedule and the location of remaining 2025 work sessions.

• Resolution #R-25-044: $15,000 for a wayfinding system for the Dunbar Community Schoolyard
• Resolution #R-25-045: $12,269 for Fire Department Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Resolution #R-25-057: Setting CY2026 regular meeting dates
• Relocation of remaining CY2025 work sessions to City Hall's second floor training room

The City Council held a closed meeting to discuss board and commission appointments and certified the meeting’s compliance with Virginia law. Council members voted to appoint individuals to several boards, including the Economic Development Authority, the Historic Preservation Commission, the Lynchburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority, and the Economic Development Authority. All appointments were approved by recorded votes ranging from 5‑2 to 7‑0.

• Closed meeting convened to discuss appointments (7-0)
• Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia law (6-1)
• Approved appointments to various boards and commissions (6-1)
• Appointed Toby Tomko to the Economic Development Authority (5-2)
• Failed substitute motion to reappoint Kim Sorensen (3-4)
• Appointed Palmer Ferguson to an unspecified board (6-1)
• Appointed Jennifer Wills to the Lynchburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the FY 2026 Real Property Tax Rate and the second reading for the adoption of the FY 2026 Budget. The body will consider several ordinances to appropriate funds for schools, general operations, and external service providers.

• FY 2026 Real Property Tax Rate
• Ordinance #O-25-051: FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program and FY 2026 Capital Budget
• Ordinance #O-25-052: $50,000 appropriation from FY 2026 Reserve for Contingencies for the City Manager
• Ordinance #O-25-056: Personal Property Tax Relief Rate of 30.64% for 2025
• Ordinance #O-25-050: FY 2026 Schools Operating Budget

The council voted 4-3 to set the real estate tax rate at $0.84 per $100. It unanimously adopted Ordinance #O-25-048 for the FY 2026 Discretionary External Service Providers Budget and Ordinance #O-25-050 for the FY 2026 Schools Operating Budget. The substitute motion to adopt the FY 2026 General Fund Operating Budget (Option A) was rejected 3-4. Council members also canceled the 10:00 a.m. meeting for June 30 by consensus.

• Approved Real Estate Tax rate $0.84 per $100 (4-3)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-25-048 FY 2026 Discretionary External Service Providers Budget (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #O-25-050 FY 2026 Schools Operating Budget (7-0)
• Rejected substitute motion to adopt FY 2026 General Fund Operating Budget (Option A) (3-4)
• Cancelled the 10:00 a.m. meeting for June 30 by consensus

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the FY 2026 General Fund, Schools, and Capital Improvement Program budgets, along with a $3.00 per $100 personal property tax rate and a $50,000 contingency reserve.

• Adopt FY 2026 General Fund Operating Budget (Ordinance O-25-047)
• Adopt FY 2026 Schools Operating Budget (Ordinance O-25-050)
• Set Personal Property Tax Rate to $3.00 per $100 assessed value
• Adopt FY 2026 Capital Improvement Program and Capital Budget
• Appropriate $50,000 from FY 2026 Reserve for Contingencies

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider two resolutions: one appropriating a $15,000 AARP grant for a wayfinding system at the Dunbar Community Schoolyard, and another appropriating $12,269 for Fire Department PPE. They will also receive updates on the FY 2025 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies and monthly revenue collections.

• Consideration of resolution appropriating $15,000 AARP grant for Dunbar Community Schoolyard wayfinding system
• Consideration of resolution appropriating $12,269 for Fire Department PPE
• Update on FY 2025 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies
• Monthly Revenue Collections Update

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold a work session to review the budget reconciliation, discuss the council's rules of procedure, and consider a closed meeting to address appointments to vacant boards and commissions. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Budget Reconciliation
• Discussion of City Council Rules of Procedure
• Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss appointments for vacancies to multiple boards and commissions

City Council

The City Council is considering the first reading of the FY 2026 Budget, including potential increases to water, sewer, and stormwater rates. The body will also discuss a new water contract with the Campbell County Utilities and Service Authority and appoint School Board members.

• Ordinance #O-25-046 to increase Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Rates
• Resolution #R-25-043 regarding a new water contract with Campbell County Utilities and Service Authority for July 1, 2027
• Resolution #R-25-044 appropriating $15,000 for a Dunbar Community Schoolyard wayfinding system
• Resolution #R-25-045 appropriating $12,269 for Fire Department PPE
• Appointment of School Board members for Districts I, II, and III

During a work session, staff presented several FY 2026 budget scenarios, including three real‑property tax rate proposals ($0.86, $0.83, $0.76). Council members debated the 3% cost‑of‑living increase for city staff, the elimination of vacant positions, and the possibility of an audit committee, but no motions were adopted, denied, or voted on.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on adopting an ordinance to set the real estate tax rate at $1.025 per $100 of assessed value, effective July 1, 2025. Under Special Business, the Council will consider an ordinance to lower the personal property tax rate and eliminate the 'car tax' on certain vehicles.

• Public hearing on Ordinance O-25-___ setting real estate tax rate at $1.025 per $100 assessed value
• Consideration of Ordinance O-25-___ to lower personal property tax rate
• Elimination of 'car tax' on certain vehicles

Councilmember Faraldi moved to adjourn the special meeting, seconded by Councilmember Reed, noting insufficient support for the No Car Tax Plan. Mayor Taylor accepted the motion and the meeting adjourned at 7:01 p.m.

• Adjourned meeting (motion by Faraldi, seconded by Reed)

City Council

This is a procedural meeting where the Lynchburg City Council conducts scheduled interviews for candidates seeking appointment to District 1, District 2, and District 3 council seats. No legislative or policy actions are on the agenda. The interviews will take place from 4:00 PM to 8:15 PM, with a break in between.

• Interview of Gloria Preston for District 3 at 4:00 PM
• Interview of Selina Morgan for District 1 at 5:00 PM
• Interview of Dr. Harvey Klamm for District 2 at 6:15 PM
• Interview of Jibri Poe for District 2 at 6:45 PM
• Interview of April Watson for District 2 at 8:15 PM

The council held a special meeting to interview candidates for Lynchburg City School Board Districts 1, 2, and 3. No votes or formal actions were taken; the meeting consisted solely of candidate interviews.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a series of interviews for candidates seeking appointments to represent Districts 1, 2, and 3. The interviews are scheduled throughout the morning and early afternoon. No legislative votes or public hearings are on the agenda.

• 9:00 a.m. - Interview with Rev. Nigel Alleyne (District 1)
• 9:30 a.m. - Interview with Marques Bush (District 1)
• 10:00 a.m. - Interview with Liza Gijanto (District 1)
• 10:30 a.m. - Interview with Myke Barron (District 2)
• 11:15 a.m. - Interview with Deborah Trefzger (District 1)

The council held a special meeting to interview candidates for the Lynchburg City School Board for Districts 1, 2, and 3. Interviews were conducted in two sessions, covering six candidates in the first session and four candidates in the second. No votes or formal actions were taken; the meeting was purely for candidate evaluation.

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will meet to discuss information items regarding city infrastructure. The agenda includes a review of a water contract and a presentation on public sidewalks.

• Campbell County Utilities and Service Authority Water Contract
• Public Sidewalks Presentation

City Council

The City Council will conduct a work session focused on the FY 2026 Budget. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding public-facing videos on City media channels.

• FY 2026 Budget Work Session
• Discussion of public-facing video copies of the defamation of a Lynchburg citizen on City media channels

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances to increase the transient lodging tax to 8.5% plus $3 per room per night and raise ambulance service fees. They will adopt a real estate tax rate effective July 1, 2025, and amend city code on derelict structures civil penalties. The council will also finalize the list of School Board candidates to interview for upcoming vacancies.

• Ordinance to set the real estate tax rate effective July 1, 2025
• Ordinance to increase transient lodging tax to 8.5% + $3 per room per night
• Ordinance to increase ambulance and related services rates
• Resolution approving the 2025-2029 CDBG/HOME Consolidated Plan
• Ordinance to apply civil penalties to non-residential derelict structures

The council held a work session on the FY 2026 budget and examined a proposal to reduce the vehicle personal‑property tax to $1.30 per $100 of assessed value while offsetting revenue with higher real‑estate and lodging taxes. Council members voiced support, concerns, and suggested adjustments, but no formal vote or approval was recorded. A motion to suspend the rules to consider the proposal was made but no vote was taken.

• No formal vote taken on the vehicle tax reduction proposal

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review quarterly financial reports for various city funds, including transit, airport, and water operations, and to receive updates on the General Fund reserve and revenue collections.

• Review of GLTC, Airport, and Juvenile Detention Center quarterly reports
• Review of Water, Sewer, and Stormwater operating fund reports
• General Fund reserve for contingencies update
• Monthly revenue collections update
• Position vacancy report

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will be briefed on a proposed increase in rates for ambulance and related services, an amendment to the derelict buildings ordinance, and the draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for CDBG and HOME programs. They will also review employee survey results and the school board appointment nomination process. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the CCUSA water purchase contract and Lyn-CAG appointments.

• Proposed increase in rates for ambulance and related services
• Amendment to the Derelict Buildings Ordinance
• Draft 2025-2029 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and FY2026 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs
• Employee Survey Results review
• School Board Appointment Nomination Process discussion

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will vote on setting the real estate tax rate effective July 1, 2025, and consider a second reading to increase the transient lodging tax. They will also hold a public hearing on rezoning 665-669 Leesville Road for townhomes, and consider appropriating $5,250,000 for a fan experience project at Bank of the James Stadium and $125,000 for parking improvements at Blackwater Creek Trail. The agenda includes numerous citizen comments on taxes and other topics.

• Rezoning 665, 667, 669 Leesville Road to allow townhomes (Public Hearing, Ordinance O-25-040)
• Setting the Real Estate Tax Rate effective July 1, 2025 (Ordinance O-25-___)
• Second Reading to increase the Transient Lodging Tax (Ordinance O-25-___)
• $5,250,000 appropriation for a fan experience project at Bank of the James Stadium
• $125,000 appropriation for parking improvements at the Ed Page entrance to Blackwater Creek Trail

The council held a work session reviewing 2024 employee‑survey results and discussed hiring and vacancy data. It was briefed on the Draft 2025‑2029 CDBG/HOME Five‑Year Consolidated Plan and the Derelict Buildings Ordinance amendment, both slated for action at the June 10 meeting. Council also examined proposed changes to the school‑board appointment voting process, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will receive informational presentations on a Property Toolkit for derelict properties and on state/federal transportation funding. General business and planning items are also on the agenda. No votes are scheduled.

• Information item: Property Toolkit: Derelict Program
• Information item: State/Federal Funding for Transportation

City Council

The City Council will discuss the FY 2026 budget, receive the Horizon Behavioral Health annual report, and review franchise bids for the Rosedale encroachment and Hillcats. A briefing will cover the rezoning of 665-669 Leesville Road for Cedar Ridge Townhomes. The council will also consider amendments to its rules of procedure and then hold closed sessions to discuss a water purchase contract with CCUSA and performance of appointees.

• Cedar Ridge Townhomes rezoning at 665, 667, 669 Leesville Road
• FY 2026 budget work session
• Hillcats franchise bid review, call, and acceptance
• Rosedale encroachment franchise bid review, call, and acceptance
• Lynchburg City Council rules of procedure amendments

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including franchise agreements, a water and sewer contract, and budget adjustments. Items include a $5.25 million appropriation for a fan experience project at the Bank of the James Stadium and a $125,000 allocation for parking improvements at the Ed Page entrance to the Blackwater Creek Trail. The council will also hold a public hearing on community development advisory committee recommendations for FY 2026 CDBG and HOME program funds.

• Ordinance #O-25-035 granting Hillcats Baseball, LLC an exclusive franchise at Bank of the James Stadium
• Ordinance #O-25-036 authorizing a water & sewer contract with CertainTeed, LLC
• Resolution #R-25-038 appropriating $125,000 for parking at the Ed Page entrance to Blackwater Creek Trail
• Ordinance #O-25-039 appropriating $5,250,000 for a fan experience project at Bank of the James Stadium
• Ordinance #O-25-033 granting a limited franchise to Rosedale Investments, LLC and Rosedale Owners Association, Inc. for work at 1600 Graves Mill Road

The council accepted the sole bid from Hillcats LCC for a 15‑year baseball franchise, voting 7‑0. The agreement provides $5.25 million in stadium improvements funded by rent, parking, naming‑rights fees and local taxes. A public hearing on the franchise ordinance was scheduled for the 7 p.m. meeting.

• Accepted sole bid from Hillcats LCC for 15‑year baseball franchise (7‑0)
• Accepted sole bid from Rosedale Investments, LLC and Rosedale Owner’s Association for culvert franchise (7‑0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a work session to discuss the FY 2026 budget. This session is led by City Manager Wynter C. Benda.

• FY 2026 Budget Work Session

The council met on May 6, 2025 for a special budget work session to discuss the FY 2026 budget. Members reviewed presentations on police headquarters costs, school funding, tax rates, debt service, and capital projects, and raised questions about lodging taxes, property assessments, and spending reductions. No motions were adopted, votes recorded, or resolutions passed during the session.

City Council

Lynchburg City Council and City Schools hold a joint meeting to receive and discuss recommendations from the City and Schools Joint Committee. The agenda includes welcome, committee report, and closing remarks. No other business or specific proposals are listed.

• City and Schools Joint Committee’s Recommendations

The City Council and Lynchburg City School Board held a joint work session to review the Joint Committee's recommendations on the capital improvement plan and a $5.5 million operating budget increase for the schools. Council members and board members exchanged views on funding schedules, roof repairs, and possible efficiencies, but no votes or formal approvals were recorded.

Finance Committee

The Lynchburg Finance Committee will consider several items, including an overview of downtown improvement districts and a resolution on federal grant guidelines. The committee will vote on accepting a $125,000 donation from the Awareness Garden Foundation to improve parking at the Ed Page entrance to the Blackwater Creek Trail. Additional updates on the FY 2025 General Fund reserve and monthly revenue collections will be presented.

• Accept $125,000 from the Awareness Garden Foundation for parking improvements at the Ed Page entrance to the Blackwater Creek Trail
• Overview of Downtown Improvement Districts
• Resolution to revisit Federal Grant Guidelines
• FY 2025 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies update
• Monthly Revenue Collections update

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the real property tax rate and the FY 2026 operating and capital budgets. A public hearing is also scheduled concerning water, sewer, and stormwater services.

• Real Property Tax Rate public hearing
• Water, Sewer and Stormwater public hearing
• FY 2026 Operating and Capital Budget public hearing

The council held a public hearing on the real property tax rate, hearing comments from dozens of residents. Councilmember Misjuns moved, and Councilmember Timmer seconded, to set the rate at the equalization level of $0.767 per $100 of assessed value for Fiscal Year 2026, effective July 1 2025, and to direct the City Attorney and City Manager to prepare related ordinance and budget alignment. The minutes do not record a vote or final approval of the motion.

• Councilmember Misjuns motioned to set FY 2026 real property tax rate at $0.767 per $100 assessed value
• Councilmember Timmer seconded the tax‑rate motion
• Motion directed City Attorney to draft ordinance for Council review on May 6 2025
• Motion directed City Manager to align FY 2026 operating budget and capital program with the proposed rate
• No vote tally or final approval recorded in the minutes

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will hear a 'Minute for Planning' from Community Development, a presentation on public sidewalks, and discuss the Rosedale Encroachment/'Plate Arch' Franchise as general business. No votes or decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• A Minute for Planning - Community Development
• Public Sidewalks Presentation
• Rosedale Encroachment/'Plate Arch' Franchise

City Council

The City Council holds a work session to discuss the proposed FY2026 budget and several business items. They will review Community Development Block Grant and HOME Program recommendations. Also on the agenda: the appointment process for the School Board, a new Hillcats Baseball franchise agreement with amendments to the amusement tax, and a water/sewer contract with CertainTeed. The meeting includes a closed session.

• FY 2026 Budget Work Session
• FY26 Community Development Advisory Committee recommendations for CDBG and HOME Program funds
• 2025 School Board Appointment Process
• New Hillcats Baseball Franchise and Amendment to Local Amusement Tax Exceptions
• CertainTeed Water and Sewer Contract

City Council

The City Council will vote on several budget resolutions, including $17,490 for the Adult Recovery Court docket, $36,705 for computer equipment for the Police Department, Sheriff’s Office, and Commonwealth Attorney, and $193,422 to fund withdrawal management services. They will also consider a resolution to modify conditions for a pawn shop at 2811 Campbell Avenue and approve the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes. A public hearing will allow citizens to speak on a range of topics. The meeting will end with a closed‑session item.

• Adopt Resolution #R-25-027 to appropriate $17,490 for the Lynchburg Adult Recovery Court docket
• Adopt Resolution #R-25-030 to appropriate $36,705 for computer equipment for the Police Department, Sheriff’s Office, and Commonwealth Attorney
• Adopt Resolution #R-25-029 to appropriate $193,422 for withdrawal management services
• Adopt Resolution #R-25-031 to amend conditions for the pawn shop at 2811 Campbell Avenue
• Approve the minutes from the March 11, 2025 City Council meeting

The council adopted Resolution #R-25-031, modifying the conditional use permit for the pawn shop at 2811 Campbell Avenue to permit firearm sales and adjust operating hours. It also approved Resolution #R-25-027, allocating $17,490 for the Lynchburg Adult Recovery Court docket, and Resolution #R-25-030, allocating $36,705 for police, sheriff and Commonwealth’s Attorney computer equipment. The March 11, 2025 meeting minutes were approved, and an agenda amendment to include a public comment from citizen Jamie Maxwell was adopted.

• Adopted Resolution #R-25-031 (pawn shop permit amendment) – vote 5-0
• Adopted Resolution #R-25-027 (Adult Recovery Court funding) – vote 5-0
• Adopted Resolution #R-25-030 (computer equipment funding) – vote 5-0
• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 5-0
• Amended agenda to include citizen Jamie Maxwell – vote 3-2

City Council & School Board Joint Committee

This joint committee meeting focuses on formulating its final recommendations to the full Lynchburg School Board and City Council. Members will review notes from the prior meeting and discuss the general business before voting on a draft recommendation document. The recommendation will be presented at a joint meeting on April 29, 2025.

• Formulation of the committee's final recommendations to the full School Board and City Council
• Review of notes from the March 27th meeting
• Dr. Day to draft recommendation document based on discussion and vote

City Council & School Board Joint Committee

The joint City Council and School Board committee will review the City Manager's proposed budget and discuss utilization rates and ways to meet the recommended rate. They will develop recommendations for both the School Board and City Council, plan the April 10 meeting, and discuss a school funding formula presentation before finalizing their recommendations.

• Review the City Manager's proposed budget
• Discuss utilization rates and paths for achieving the recommended rate
• Form recommendations for the School Board and City Council
• Plan for the April 10 meeting
• Discuss school funding formula presentation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss multiple grant applications, including a Justice Assistance Grant, a Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant, and opioid-related grants. The committee will also revisit its own guidelines, the city's financial management policies, and a resolution on federal grant guidelines. Updates on the Downtown Improvement District, reserve fund, and monthly revenue collections are also on the agenda.

• Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation grant for two Holmatro Pentheon rescue tools
• Virginia State Opioid Response (SOR) Grant for Lynchburg Adult Recovery Court
• Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority Grant Award
• Revisit Resolution for Federal Grant Guidelines

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2026 operating and capital budgets for water, sewer, and stormwater, along with proposed rate changes. Council will also consider a conditional use permit for a pawn shop at 2811 Campbell Avenue. The meeting includes multiple closed sessions for contract negotiations with CertainTeed, a public safety briefing, board appointments, and a performance evaluation of the City Attorney.

• Presentation of Water, Sewer, and Stormwater FY2026 Operating and Capital Budgets and Proposed Rates
• 2811 Campbell Avenue – Conditional Use Permit for a pawn shop
• Closed session to discuss contract award with CertainTeed
• Closed session on public safety and vulnerability briefing
• Closed session to discuss appointments to Economic Development Authority, Historic Preservation Committee, Lynchburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority, and Planning Commission

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will consider a second reading to appropriate $10,025,194 for a Lead and Copper Water Service Line Project. Other business includes resolutions to fund adult recovery court ($17,490), withdrawal management services ($193,422), and computer equipment for police, sheriff, and prosecutor ($36,705). The council will also accept return of real estate from Lynchburg City Schools for Heritage Elementary and High Schools, and relocate work session meetings. Public comments cover budget, rezoning, fire infrastructure, and other topics.

• Second reading of Ordinance O-25-022 appropriating $10,025,194 for Lead and Copper Water Service Line Project
• Resolution R-25-028/029 to establish withdrawal management services with Roads to Recovery, Inc. and appropriate $193,422
• Resolution R-25-030 appropriating $36,705 for computer equipment for Police, Sheriff, and Commonwealth's Attorney
• Resolution R-25-027 appropriating $17,490 for Adult Recovery Court docket
• Resolution R-25-026 accepting return of real estate for Heritage Elementary and Heritage High Schools

The council approved a closed session to discuss a future contract with CertainTeed, a public‑safety briefing, and appointments to several boards and commissions. The Planning Commission rejected the petition to amend the pawn‑shop conditional use permit after a tie vote, which means the existing conditions remain. No other formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded during the meeting.

• Planning Commission rejected amendment to pawn‑shop CUP (tie vote)
• Council approved closed meeting to discuss CertainTeed contract, public‑safety briefing, and board appointments

City Council & School Board Joint Committee

The City Council and School Board Joint Committee will review building maintenance needs and the process for mapping student locations by school zone. The meeting will also cover next steps for the subcommittee.

• Review of building conditions and major maintenance needs
• Process for mapping student locations by school zone
• Next subcommittee meeting scheduled for March 27, 2025

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will discuss a resolution requesting funds from the Commonwealth Transportation Board's Economic Development Access program. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, along with a planning update.

• Resolution – Request for Commonwealth Transportation Board Economic Development Access Funds

City Council

This is a work session of the Lynchburg City Council. They will discuss the Capital Improvement Program, televising committee meetings, and a joint meeting update. Briefings are scheduled on Heritage Park Improvements and a Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority Grant Award. The council will then enter closed sessions to discuss a contract with CertainTeed and legal advice regarding Councilmembers Misjuns and Faraldi.

• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) discussion
• Televising Committee Meetings
• Heritage Park Improvements
• Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority Grant Award
• Closed session for CertainTeed contract and legal advice on Councilmembers Misjuns and Faraldi

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a rezoning for a large residential development, a $10 million lead pipe replacement project, and fire department equipment purchases. The council will also hear the FY 2026 budget presentation and consider a MOU for withdrawal management services. Multiple public comments are scheduled.

• Rezoning 815-906 Wiggington Road for The Village at WestPoint (R-25-019 / O-25-020)
• Appropriating $10,025,194 for Lead and Copper Water Service Line Project (O-25-022)
• Appropriating $2,400,000 to purchase a Ladder Truck for Fire Station 9 (R-25-016)
• Rezoning 3142-3150 Wards Ferry Road for 18 townhomes and duplex (VI.37)
• MOU with Roads to Recovery for withdrawal management services with $193,422 (VI.38)

City Council & School Board Joint Committee

The Lynchburg City Council & School Board Joint Committee will hold an organizational meeting to set schedules and objectives. The main discussion item is an overview of the City Manager’s Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Organizational meeting to review meeting time, schedule, location, objectives, and topic schedule
• Overview of City Manager’s Proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)

Finance Committee

The Lynchburg Finance Committee will consider several grant applications for Fire Department equipment, including a 2024 SHSP grant for technical rescue gear, a VDFP mini-grant and AFG for PPE, and an RSAF grant for a stretcher and defibrillator. The committee will also discuss purchasing a Tiller-Ladder Truck for Fire Station 9. Quarterly reports for GLTC, the airport, juvenile detention, and various funds will be received.

• 2024 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) grant for Fire Dept. Technical Rescue Team equipment
• Purchase a Tiller-Ladder Truck for Fire Station 9
• 2024 VDFP Mini-grant for Fire Dept. PPE
• 2024 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) for Fire Dept. PPE
• 2025 RSAF Grant for MedaRamp Bariatric stretcher and Lifepak 15 monitor/defibrillator

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review the five-year Capital Improvement Program for the city and schools. Members will also discuss polling place changes, zoning amendments, and financial policy revisions.

• FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program for City and Schools
• Rezoning of 1600 and 1602 McVeigh Road to Residential
• FLUM and Rezoning for The Village at WestPoint (815-906 Wiggington Road)
• Zoning Ordinance Amendments regarding Floodplain Management
• VDH Lead Service Line Funding and Water Capital Appropriation

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold a public hearing on goals for federal housing grants and consider three resolutions: increasing lane mileage for street maintenance, appropriating $75,000 for fire rescue equipment, and appropriating $2.4 million for a new ladder truck for Fire Station 9. The council will also hear from a dozen citizens on various topics including DEI policies, school board representation, and crosswalk concerns.

• Public hearing on Resolution #R-25-013: goals for CDBG and HOME Five-Year Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan
• Resolution #R-25-014: increase lane mileage for street maintenance entitlement funds from the Commonwealth
• Resolution #R-25-015: amend FY 2025 City/Federal/State Aid Fund, appropriating $75,000 for Fire Department Technical Rescue Team equipment
• Resolution #R-25-016: amend FY 2025 Fleet Fund, appropriating $2,400,000 to purchase a Ladder Truck for Fire Station 9
• Citizen comments on DEI legality, Fort Avenue crosswalk, school board representation, and financial management

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will discuss a brief planning update for community development, provide updates on large public works and water resources projects totaling over $5 million, and consider additional VDOT lane miles for fiscal year 2026.

• A Minute for Planning – Community Development
• Large Project Updates for Public Works and Water Resources – Over $5 Million
• Additional VDOT lane miles for FY26

City Council

City Council and Lynchburg City Schools hold a joint meeting to discuss the FY26 budget and capital improvement plan outlook. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is a discussion-only item.

• LCS FY26 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan Outlook presentation and discussion

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on school safety and other topics, then consider second readings of several budget amendments for police equipment and demolition. A key item is a rezoning and conditional use permit for 88 townhomes at 750 Leesville Road. Closed sessions are scheduled for real estate, investment, litigation, and appointments.

• Second reading: rezoning and conditional use permit for 88 townhomes at 750 Leesville Road
• Second reading: $116,160 additional demolition funding from general fund reserve
• Second reading: $200,380 for night vision equipment for police
• Second reading: $35,870 for DUI enforcement activities, equipment, and training
• Second reading: $89,004 for 79 replacement bulletproof vests for law enforcement officers

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to reaffirm its guidelines and review city financial policies. The body will also discuss updated federal grant guidelines and a proposed new meeting time.

• Reaffirmation of Finance Committee Guidelines
• Review of City Financial Policies
• Review of updated Federal Grant Guidelines
• Proposal for new Finance Committee meeting time

City Council

The City Council will receive and discuss information from School Board Chair Dr. Atul Gupta regarding School Board member Christian DePaul's inappropriate conduct and his subsequent voluntary resignation from the Lynchburg School Board. No other items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of School Board member Christian DePaul's inappropriate conduct and voluntary resignation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is considering a funding request for demolition of blighted properties. They are also reviewing several grant proposals, including state homeland security, DMV highway safety, and police bulletproof vest grants. The committee will hear quarterly reports from the transit company, airport, juvenile detention center, and various city funds. Additionally, they will discuss the FY 2025 general fund reserve and monthly revenue collections.

• Funding request for demolition of blighted properties
• 2024 State Homeland Security Program Grant
• 2024 DMV Highway Safety Grants: Selective Enforcement – Speed and Alcohol
• 2024 Police Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program
• Quarterly reports from GLTC, Lynchburg Regional Airport, Juvenile Detention Center, and city operating funds

City Council

At this work session, City Council will receive briefings on the Park View Community Mission's Life Skills Institute and an update on the Lynchburg Public Library. They will also discuss the Community Development Block Grant and HOME Program goals for the 2025-2029 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and FY2026 Annual Action Plan. Additionally, the Council will vote on entering closed session to discuss pending litigation, real property disposition, a franchise, a sewer capacity request, and board appointments.

• Briefing on Park View Community Mission's Life Skills Institute
• Update on Lynchburg Public Library
• Discussion of CDBG and HOME Program goals for 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and FY2026 Annual Action Plan
• Closed session to discuss pending city lawsuit resolution
• Closed session to discuss potential sale of city-owned property for economic development

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will consider adopting a city-wide youth curfew and approve several budget amendments for police equipment and enforcement. The body will also hear a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a multi-family dwelling.

• Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-25-004 enacting a City-wide youth curfew
• Public Hearing on Conditional Use Permit for 3-unit dwelling at 2810 Campbell Avenue
• Appropriating $86,160 for demolition funding
• Appropriating $200,380 for Police Department night vision equipment
• Appropriating $89,004 for 79 replacement bulletproof vests

Physical Development Committee

The Physical Development Committee will hold a work session to review updates on code compliance, a property toolkit, and planning guidelines. The meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM in the 2nd Floor Training Room of City Hall.

• Code Compliance and Property Toolkit Update
• PDC Guidelines review
• A Minute for Planning - Community Development

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council holds a work session to discuss a warming center and sheltering update, a comprehensive plan update, and receive briefings on a conditional use permit for multi-family housing at 2810 Campbell Avenue and a proposed city-wide youth curfew. The council will also consider closed sessions regarding a franchise investment and appointments.

• 2810 Campbell Avenue – Conditional Use Permit for multi-family dwelling
• City-Wide Youth Curfew discussion
• Warming Center and Sheltering Update
• Comprehensive Plan Update
• Closed session for franchise investment and appointments

City Council

City Council will hold public hearings on three land-use proposals: a rezoning for a residential subdivision at 2712 Concord Turnpike, a rezoning and conditional use permit for 18 townhomes and a duplex on Wards Ferry Road, and a conditional use permit for a K-12 private school on Leesville Road. The council will also hear public comments on a proposed city-wide youth curfew and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Rezoning of 2712 Concord Turnpike and part of Spinoza Circle for a residential subdivision (Ordinance #O-25-001)
• Rezoning, FLUM amendment, and Conditional Use Permit for 18 townhomes and 1 duplex at 3142, 3146, and 3150 Wards Ferry Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a K-12 private school with up to 70 students at 742 Leesville Road (Resolution #R-25-002)
• Public comment on a city-wide youth curfew (item not on agenda)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a Winter Retreat featuring presentations on city data and municipal budgeting. The session includes a historical overview of Point of Honor and a discussion period for council members.

• Presentation on 'Lynchburg by the Numbers' by Dr. Hollie Jennings and Shaun Conway
• Session on 'Building a Municipal Budget' led by Greg Patrick and Donna Witt
• Historical presentation on Point of Honor by Ted Delany

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a Winter Retreat focused on data analysis and budget development. The session includes presentations on city statistics and the municipal budgeting process.

• Presentation on 'Lynchburg by the Numbers' by Dr. Hollie Jennings and Shaun Conway
• Session on 'Building a Municipal Budget' led by Greg Patrick and Donna Witt

City Council

The Lynchburg City Council will hold elections for Mayor and Vice Mayor for terms beginning January 3, 2025 and expiring December 31, 2026. Council will also select dais seating arrangements per City Council Rules of Procedure.

• Hold election for Mayor (term Jan 3, 2025 – Dec 31, 2026)
• Hold election for Vice Mayor (term Jan 3, 2025 – Dec 31, 2026)
• Select dais seating arrangement per Lynchburg City Council Rules of Procedure § Section 2-8

City Council

The City Council will meet to conduct the swearing-in of four council members. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Swearing-in of Jacqueline Timmer (Ward I)
• Swearing-in of Dr. Sterling Wilder (Ward II)
• Swearing-in of Curt Diemer (Ward III)
• Swearing-in of Chris Faraldi (Ward IV)