Orange County public meetings in 2021
26 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a proposed cigarette tax and the lease of the Blue Bell Building for broadband services. The meeting also includes a presentation of the FY2020-FY2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and budget amendments.
- Proposed cigarette tax ordinance of $0.02 per cigarette starting January 1, 2022
- Proposed lease of the Blue Bell Building (315 Waugh Blvd.) to FiberLync
- Lease-purchase of brush trucks for volunteer fire companies
- Amendment to Chapter 34 (Flood Hazard Reduction) of the County Code of Ordinances
- Proposed amendment to Rapidan Service Authority (RSA) Articles of Incorporation
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit for a fiber facility hub. The Board is also considering budget amendments and an ordinance change regarding flood hazard reduction.
- Public hearing for SUP 21-03: Central Virginia Electric Cooperative fiber facility hub on Litchfield Drive
- Amendment to Chapter 34 (Flood Hazard Reduction) of the Orange County Code of Ordinances
- Lease-purchase of a Tanker Truck
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Health Department Budget FY21 Settlement and FY22 Request
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a worksession to discuss project development for Smart Scale Round 5. E. Alan Saunders, Louisa Resident Engineer, will lead the discussion.
- Smart Scale Round 5 project development
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider budget amendments for FY21 and FY22, opioid settlement distribution resolutions, and a setback variance for property on Blue Ridge Turnpike. Additionally, the Board will continue discussion regarding decennial redistricting.
- FY21 Budget Amendments
- FY22 Budget Amendments
- Victim Witness Program realignment
- Opioid settlement distribution resolutions
- Setback variance for property on Blue Ridge Turnpike
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider proposed changes to election districts, precincts, and polling place locations following the 2020 Census. The meeting also includes a public hearing on modifying the definition of Accessory Apartments in the Zoning Ordinance.
- Public hearing on proposed decennial redistricting of election districts and polling places
- Public hearing on ZTA 21-02 to modify the definition of Accessory Apartment in Section 70-1 of the Zoning Ordinance
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Budget Amendment and Supplemental Appropriation for Orange County Public Schools’ Operating Fund
- Discussion on Childcare Staff Fee Discount
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a school budget amendment, a new radon construction ordinance, and a road abandonment. The meeting also includes a public input session regarding decennial redistricting.
- Proposed appropriation of $1,209,533 from FY21 and $5,574,999 in ARPA funds for Orange County Public Schools
- Proposed ordinance requiring radon resistant new construction per the International Residential Code
- Proposed abandonment of a 0.23-mile portion of Route 730 (Madison Run Drive)
- Public input session on Decennial Redistricting
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a worksession to discuss redistricting and a specific rezoning request. These items are being reviewed with the Chief Deputy Clerk, GIS Analyst, and the Planning and Development Services Director.
- Redistricting discussion with Alyson Simpson and Jim Whipp
- REZ 21-02 (Wilderness Crossing) rezoning request
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit for horse keeping. The meeting also includes discussions on redistricting and FY22 budget amendments.
- Public hearing for SUP 21-02: keeping horses at 9292 Little Skyline Drive
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Discussion on Redistricting
- Scheduling of public hearing for ZTA 21-02 (Amendment to Accessory Apartment)
- Appointments to the Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet for a worksession to discuss redistricting. The session will feature presentations from County Administrator Theodore L. Voorhees and GIS Analyst Jim Whipp.
- Redistricting discussion with Theodore L. Voorhees and Jim Whipp
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a regional cigarette tax and an easement for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative. The meeting also includes a review of FY22 budget amendments and a proposed ordinance on radon resistant construction.
- Public hearing on establishing a cigarette tax and joining the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board
- Public hearing on an underground service easement at 27531 Constitution Highway
- Proposed amendment to the Code of Ordinances regarding Radon Resistant Construction
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services (RRCS) Fiscal Year 2022 Plan
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review proposed spending plans for ARPA funds, including a Public Safety Resiliency Program. The meeting also includes budget amendments and contract renewals for hardware and petroleum products.
- Proposed spending plans for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
- Adjustments to Childcare Fee Schedule
- Abandonment of a portion of Route 730 (Madison Run Drive)
- Contract renewals with Dell and Culpeper Petroleum-Southern States
- Scheduling of public hearings for SUP 21-02, SUP 12-06, and STA 21-01
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a solar energy facility and the lease of county-owned land. The meeting also includes a proposal to appoint a local fire marshal and budget amendments for FY22.
- Public hearing for Special Use Permit (SUP 20-05) for Redfish Solar Partners, LLC on Catharpin Road
- Public hearing for the lease of 4.287 acres of county-owned property at 27531 Constitution Highway to Anthony A. Mayo
- Proposed Resolution to Appoint a Local Fire Marshal
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- CARES Act Spending Update
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a worksession to review proposed changes to local land use rules. Discussions include standards for private roads and regulations for accessory dwellings.
- Volunteer recruitment and retention discussion with Jeff Mendonca
- Proposed amendment to the Subdivision Ordinance regarding private road standards
- Proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding accessory dwellings
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several budget amendments and contract renewals through the consent agenda. Additionally, the Board may schedule a public hearing regarding the lease of county-owned property on Constitution Highway.
- FY21 and FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- FY21 Budget Amendment for Orange County Public Schools
- Renewal of contract with Eastern Aviation Fuels for Aviation Fuel
- Renewal of contracts for IT Support Services
- Renewal of contract with R.M. Soderquist for Landfill Operations
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss a special use permit for Redfish Solar Partners, LLC. The board will also review a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance concerning accessory dwellings.
- Discussion of SUP 20-05 (Redfish Solar Partners, LLC)
- Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding accessory dwellings
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss new business, including the purchase of a front loader truck for landfill services. The agenda also includes FY22 budget amendments and appointments to the Community Policy and Management Team.
- Purchase of a Front Loader Truck for Landfill Services
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Appointments to the Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT)
- Memorial Resolution from the Virginia Senate for S. Teel Goodwin
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss the Workforce Center and the scope of work for a space study. These items are for discussion rather than formal decision.
- Workforce Center discussion with Virginia Career Works
- Space Study Scope of Work presentation by Kurt Hildebrand
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to establish fines for littering on public highways. The meeting also includes decisions on broadband authority agreements and various service contracts.
- Proposed littering ordinance with fines between $1,000 and $2,500
- Renewal of contract with Change Healthcare for EMS Billing and Collection Services
- Renewal of agreement with Goodwill Industries of the Valley, Inc. for the Orange Workforce Center
- Adoption of Core Network Agreement and VRS Funds MOU with the Broadband Authority
- Proposed amendment to Animals At-Large Ordinance
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a worksession to review a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding accessory apartments. The body will also discuss REZ 20-01 concerning Signature Series Development, LLC.
- Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding accessory apartments
- REZ 20-01 (Signature Series Development, LLC)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss the adoption of a five-year economic development plan and a resolution regarding the authority of the County Administrator. The meeting includes reviews of budget amendments and several software and technology contract renewals.
- Adoption of the 2021-2025 Economic Development Strategic Plan
- FY21 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Contract renewal with Central Square/Zuercher Technologies, LLC for the CAD System
- Contract renewal with L3Harris Technologies for the LMR P25 Radio System
- Tyler Technologies ERP Software as a Service (SaaS) Agreement
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to review the Germanna-Wilderness Area Plan (GWAP) and related land use applications. The session will be led by County Administrator Theodore L. Voorhees.
- Germanna-Wilderness Area Plan (GWAP) and Land Use Applications
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a Planning Commission resolution for a moratorium on solar energy projects. They will also hold a joint public hearing with VDOT regarding the Secondary Six-Year Plan and construction budget.
- Planning Commission Resolution for Moratorium on Solar Energy Projects
- Memorandum of Agreement with Madison County regarding Rapidan Service Authority
- Proposed Ordinance to Increase the Fines for Littering
- Resolution to Establish the Authority of the Orange County Administrator
- Public hearing for the Secondary Six-Year Plan and FY2022 Construction Budget
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a worksession to view demonstrations of new digital tools. The meeting focuses on the Open Data Portal, Parcel Viewer, and the CivicClerk Board Portal.
- Demonstration of the New Open Data Portal and Parcel Viewer
- Demonstration of the CivicClerk Board Portal
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a special use permit for William Renaud, dba Piedmont Processing. The meeting includes budget amendments and a request for Lands End Drive to be accepted into the state highway system.
- Public hearing for SUP 21-01: William Renaud, dba Piedmont Processing
- FY21 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Resolution requesting Lands End Drive acceptance into the Secondary System of State Highways
- Award of an additional contract for General Engineering and Architectural Services
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a worksession to review the Secondary Six-Year Plan. Chief Deputy Clerk Alyson Simpson will lead the discussion.
- Secondary Six-Year Plan review
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 operating and capital budget and the tax rates for calendar year 2021. The meeting also includes the adoption of a five-year Capital Improvements Plan and several contract awards.
- Adoption of FY2022-FY2026 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)
- Adoption of Ordinance for Tax Rates for Calendar Year 2021
- Adoption and Appropriation of Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2022
- Sole source award to Zoll Medical Corporation for ventilators
- Scheduling of public hearing for REZ 20-01 (Signature Series Development, LLC)