Rockingham County public meetings in 2021

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors approved several items, including a tax refund, increased income/asset limits for elderly and disabled tax relief, and a boundary line adjustment with Dayton. They also approved multiple special use permits for solar facilities, a rezoning proffer amendment, and a contractor's business, while continuing two solar hearings to January 2022. The board adopted resolutions on rural road additions and a resolution regarding Virginia Department of Corrections inmate transfers.

• Approved minutes of November 17, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for rural road additions (Battlefield Estates, Route 847) (5-0)
• Accepted Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY2021 (5-0)
• Approved increased income/asset limits for elderly/disabled tax relief (5-0)
• Directed $11,539.50 tax refund to US Bank (5-0)
• Approved Dayton boundary line adjustment (5-0)
• Approved rezoning REZ21-227 with proffers (5-0)
• Approved special use permits SUP21-270, SUP21-271, SUP21-041, SUP20-127 (votes 5-0, 3-2, 5-0, 4-1)

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a master plan amendment for the Sunnyside Presbyterian Home, a 130.46-acre retirement community. The amendment updates the number of residential and commercial facilities on the site, including adding new single-family homes and a 4-unit apartment addition. Staff recommends approval. The meeting also includes routine items like electing an acting chair and approving previous minutes.

• Public hearing on REZ21-273: Sunnyside Presbyterian Home master plan amendment for 130.46 acres on Massanetta Springs Dr. (Rt. 687)
• Amendment adds 8 new single-family homes (3 on Hickory Cove, 2 on Woodside Dr, 3 on Grattan Price Dr) and a 4-unit addition to Village Court Apartments
• Open space increases from 35% to 76%; total density 4.09 units per acre
• New picnic pavilion planned on parcel 126G-(2)-L11
• Northern entrance to be removed and new entrance constructed onto Rt. 687 for improved sight distance

The Rockingham County Planning Commission voted 3-0 to recommend approval of a rezoning request (REZ21-273) from Sunnyside Presbyterian Home. The amendment updates the master plan for the 130.46-acre site to add eight single-family dwellings, a four-unit apartment addition, a picnic pavilion, and a new entrance. The recommendation now goes to the Board of Supervisors for final action.

• Elected Commissioner Mike Harvey as acting chairman for the December 7, 2021, meeting (3-0 vote).
• Approved the November 3, 2021, regular minutes (3-0 vote).
• Recommended approval of rezoning REZ21-273 for Sunnyside Presbyterian Home (3-0 vote).

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Rockingham County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Stephanie L. Yager of a violation determination for keeping more animal units per acre than allowed on property in McGaheysville. The board will also consider adopting the 2022 meeting schedule and inclement weather policy, and will approve minutes from the September 1, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on ZAP21-249: appeal of violation of Section 17-106.01 for exceeding animal units/acre on property south of McGayhesville Road (Route 996), west of Three Leagues Road (Route 1090), Election District 5, zoned A-2
• Adoption of 2022 BZA meeting schedule and inclement weather policy
• Approval of minutes from September 1, 2021 meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on four special use permits, including a large solar energy facility, and an ordinance amendment to remove the requirement that warehouses in agricultural districts be in structures over three years old. The board will also receive reports from the sewer authority, VDOT, and county staff, and accept the November 2 election results.

• Public hearing for SUP21-041: Solamerica Energy LLC large solar facility on Rockingham Pike near Eagle Rock Road
• Public hearing for SUP21-167: Scott E. Dean small contractor's operation (nuisance animal control) on Fox Farm Lane
• Public hearing for SUP21-243: Joseph Ulmer additional building to farm market on Friedens Church Road
• Public hearing for SUP21-262: Evans & Evans Holding LLC antique shop on S. Whitesel Church Road
• Public hearing for OA21-244: amend Section 17-607 to remove warehouse age requirement in A1/A2 districts

The Board of Supervisors adopted two solar energy ordinances and a policy, setting rules for large and small solar facilities, including caps on acreage, setbacks, and decommissioning requirements. They also approved several special use permits, including one for a nuisance animal control business with conditions, and tabled a large solar facility permit for further review. Additionally, they authorized the purchase of a pumper truck and contracts for a maintenance building and carbon credit marketing.

• Adopted Ground-Mounted Large Solar Energy Facility Ordinance (OA21-202) and Large Solar Energy Facility Policy, 5-0.
• Adopted Ground-Mounted Small Solar Facility Ordinance (OA21-203), 5-0.
• Tabled special use permit SUP21-041 for SolAmerica Energy, LLC, for a large solar facility, 5-0.
• Approved special use permit SUP21-167 for Scott E. Dean for nuisance animal control, 4-1, with conditions including no on-site euthanasia.
• Approved special use permit SUP21-243 for Joseph Ulmer for a farm market expansion, 5-0, with conditions.
• Approved special use permit SUP21-262 for Evans & Evans Holding LLC for an antique shop, 5-0.
• Adopted ordinance amendment OA21-244 to allow warehouses in A-1 and A-2 districts without age or business restrictions, 5-0.
• Authorized purchasing agreement for a pumper truck not to exceed $800,000, 5-0.

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proffer amendment for a 31.76-acre industrial parcel on Kratzer Road, allowing new uses like a motor vehicle repair shop and seed/feed store. They will also consider an ordinance amendment to allow businesses to operate in agricultural structures in A-1 and A-2 districts, removing the three-year age requirement. The commission will also adopt the 2022 meeting schedule and inclement weather policy.

• REZ21-227: Proffer amendment for 31.76 acres at 3570 N Valley Pike, adding motor vehicle repair shop and seed/feed store uses
• OA21-244: Amendment to Section 17-607 to allow business operations in agricultural structures in A-1/A-2 districts
• Adoption of 2022 Commission Meeting Schedule & Inclement Weather Policy
• Approval of minutes from October 5, 2021 regular meeting

The Rockingham County Planning Commission recommended approval of a proffer amendment for a 31.76-acre industrial parcel and an ordinance amendment to allow cold storage warehouses in agricultural districts. Both recommendations passed 4-0. The commission also approved the 2022 meeting schedule and inclement weather policy.

• Recommended approval of REZ21-227 proffer amendment for 31.76-acre industrial parcel (4-0)
• Recommended approval of OA21-244 ordinance amendment to allow cold storage warehouses in A-1/A-2 districts (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Commission Meeting Schedule & Inclement Weather Policy (4-0)
• Approved October 6, 2021 regular minutes (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests, a special use permit for a daycare, and a zoning ordinance amendment. The board will also consider the Emergency Operations Plan and receive reports from VDOT and staff. A closed meeting is scheduled for legal consultation on potential litigation.

• REZ21-141: Rezone 41.99 acres on Power Dam Road from A-1/A-2 to PSF-C (Planned Single-Family with Conditions)
• REZ21-226: Rezone 0.678 acre on Model Road from A-2 to B-1 (General Business) for Eastside Self Storage
• REZ21-232: Rezone 8.8 acres near Apple Valley Rd and Stone Port Dr to PMF-C (Planned Multifamily with Conditions) for Altitude JMU II
• SUP21-195: Special use permit for child daycare on Boyer Road (Shenandoah Valley Early Learning Center)
• OA21-241: Ordinance amendment to parking requirements for public safety facilities

The Board approved two rezoning requests: Eastside Self Storage (0.678 acre from A-2 to B-1) and Altitude JMU II (8.8 acres to Planned Multifamily with conditions). It also adopted the updated Emergency Operations Plan, authorized participation in the National Opioid Settlement, and approved contracts for an anaerobic digester feasibility study and supplemental appropriations. A special use permit for a childcare center was tabled due to traffic safety concerns on Boyers Road.

• Adopted updated Emergency Operations Plan (5-0)
• Authorized participation in National Opioid Settlement (5-0)
• Approved contract with EA Engineering for anaerobic digester feasibility study (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 supplemental appropriation for Internet Crimes Against Children grant (5-0)
• Approved $42,885 supplemental appropriation for Children's Services Act (5-0)
• Approved rezoning REZ21-191 Stoneleigh Investments LLC proffer amendment (5-0)
• Approved rezoning REZ21-226 Eastside Self Storage from A-2 to B-1 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning REZ21-232 Altitude JMU II to Planned Multifamily with conditions (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to hold public hearings on multiple rezoning requests and ordinance amendments. The agenda also includes staff reports regarding vehicle bids, revenue recovery services, and the 2022 holiday schedule.

• Rezoning REZ21-189: Amend proffers for 1.53 acres on Mount Olivet Church Rd.
• Rezoning REZ2_191: Amend proffers for 49.125 acres near Stone Spring Road.
• Rezoning REZ21-192: Change 9.98 acres from single-family to townhouse use near Resort Dr.
• Rezoning REZ21-239: Rezone 12.67 acres from agricultural to general business at Mulligan's Golf Center.
• Ordinance OA21-205: Remove manufactured home requirements for certain MH-1 subdivisions.

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors approved a rezoning for Mulligan's Golf Center, allowing expansion of the existing business. The board also approved an amendment to allow a small restaurant at a Model Road property, adopted two zoning ordinance amendments, and tabled two other rezoning requests. Several financial appropriations and appointments were also approved.

• Approved REZ21-239 Atlantic Breeze LLC rezoning for Mulligan's Golf Center (4-0)
• Approved REZ21-189 Model Road LLC proffer amendment for small restaurant (4-0)
• Tabled REZ21-191 Stoneleigh Associates proffer amendment (4-0)
• Tabled REZ21-192 Great Eastern Resort master plan amendment (4-0)
• Adopted OA21-205 removing manufactured home requirement in MH-1 district (4-0)
• Adopted OA21-210 requiring special use permit for certain uses in Stone Spring UDA (4-0)
• Adopted AF21-197 adding parcel to Cross Keys North Agricultural and Forestal District (4-0)
• Authorized $485,000 purchase order for 15 vehicles from Battlefield Ford (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and one ordinance amendment. The rezoning requests include a 0.678-acre parcel for general business, an 8.8-acre parcel for planned multifamily use, and a 12.67-acre parcel for general business with conditions. The ordinance amendment would change parking requirements for public safety facilities to be determined during site plan review. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the September 7, 2021 meeting and liaison reports.

• Rezoning of 0.678 acre on Model Road from A-2 to B-1 for Eastside Self Storage
• Rezoning of 8.8 acres near Apple Valley Rd and Stone Port Dr to Planned Multifamily with conditions
• Rezoning of 12.67 acres on Carpenter Lane to B-1-C General Business with conditions
• Ordinance amendment to set parking requirements for public safety facilities during site plan review

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors approved an 1,800-acre aggregate cap for large solar facilities in certain zoning districts, adopted a policy stating a preference for per-site caps of 60 acres or less, and adopted the Ground-Mounted Small Solar Energy Facility Ordinance. The Board also approved multiple supplemental appropriations, including $2 million for the Route 11 North Response Station, and adopted two tabled zoning ordinances. A special use permit for a commercial dog kennel was denied, while one for an additional dwelling was approved.

• Approved $2,000,000 supplemental appropriation for Route 11 North Response Station (5-0)
• Approved 1,800-acre aggregate cap for large solar facilities in A-1, A-2, RV, RR-1 districts (4-1)
• Adopted policy stating preference for per-site solar cap of 60 acres or less, case-by-case (4-1)
• Adopted Ground-Mounted Small Solar Energy Facility Ordinance (4-1)
• Adopted OA21-074, enacting Business Interchange (BX) zoning district (5-0)
• Adopted OA21-177, amending Table 17-806 for Rural Village setbacks (5-0)
• Denied SUP21-201 for commercial dog kennel for Michael Shank (5-0)
• Approved SUP21-165 for additional dwelling for Joe Zimmerman (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution approving the Economic Development Authority's issuance of health care facilities refunding revenue bonds for Sentara Healthcare, hear a VDOT report, and receive an affordable housing presentation. The board will also hold public hearings on two special use permits: an additional dwelling on N. Spring Creek Road and a commercial dog kennel on Thorney Branch Road. Staff will present proposed ordinances and policy on ground-mounted solar energy facilities.

• Resolution approving EDA issuance of health care facilities refunding revenue bonds for Sentara Healthcare
• Public hearing: SUP21-165, additional dwelling, 4625 Rocby Drive, Bridgewater, north side of N. Spring Creek Road (Route 727)
• Public hearing: SUP21-201, commercial dog kennel, 7298 Thomas Spring Road, Bridgewater, west side of Thorney Branch Road (Route 731)
• Proposed ordinances and policy on ground-mounted solar energy facilities
• Closed meeting for prospective business/industry discussion and legal consultation

The Board approved the issuance of up to $160 million in health care facilities refunding revenue bonds as a conduit issuer for Sentara Healthcare, with no financial responsibility to the County. It also approved a $393,000 low bid from Good's Services LLC for water and sewer extensions at Innovation Village, and a $450,000 supplemental appropriation for that project. Two special use permits were tabled to September 22, 2021: one for an additional dwelling and one for a commercial dog kennel. The Board also approved a $276,493 supplemental appropriation for the Circuit Court Clerk's Technology Trust Fund.

• Approved $160M health care facilities refunding revenue bonds for Sentara Healthcare (5-0)
• Approved $393,000 low bid from Good's Services LLC for Innovation Village utility extension (5-0)
• Approved $450,000 supplemental appropriation for Innovation Village water and sewer lines (5-0)
• Approved $276,493 supplemental appropriation for Circuit Court Clerk Technology Trust Fund (5-0)
• Tabled special use permit SUP21-165 for additional dwelling to September 22, 2021 (5-0)
• Tabled special use permit SUP21-201 for commercial dog kennel to September 22, 2021 (4-1)

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning and proffer amendment requests, including amendments for properties on Mount Olivet Church Rd., Stone Spring Rd., and a Master Plan change for a resort. They will also consider ordinance amendments to remove a manufactured home requirement in MH-1 districts and to require special use permits for certain B-1 uses in the Urban Development Area. Additionally, they will take action on a tabled rezoning for 41.99 acres on Power Dam Road.

• REZ21-189: Amend proffers on 1.53-acre parcel at Mount Olivet Church Rd. and Spotswood Trail
• REZ21-191: Amend proffers on 49.125 acres near Stone Spring Rd. and Stone Port Blvd.
• REZ21-192: Master Plan amendment to change 9.98 acres from single-family to townhome use at Massanutten Resort
• OA21-205: Remove 40% manufactured home requirement in MH-1 districts
• OA21-210: Require special use permit for certain B-1 uses in Urban Development Area

Board of Supervisors

The Board authorized All Points Broadband to include Rockingham County in a Virginia Telecommunications Initiative (VATI) application for fiber-to-the-home broadband, serving 7,600 unserved locations. The project costs $55M, with a potential $17M grant and an $8.9M county match. The Board also approved a rezoning proffer amendment, two VDOT revenue sharing projects, and set the personal property tax relief at 40%.

• Authorized All Points Broadband to include County in VATI broadband application (4-0)
• Approved rezoning REZ21-169 to amend Cobbler's Valley Subdivision proffers (4-0)
• Added Captain Yancey Road turn lane and Rawley Springs Road improvements to CIP (4-0)
• Adopted resolution endorsing VDOT revenue sharing for Captain Yancey Road (4-0)
• Adopted resolution endorsing VDOT revenue sharing for Rawley Springs Road (4-0)
• Tabled ordinance OA21-074 (Business Interchange zoning) until Sept. 8 (4-0)
• Tabled ordinance OA21-177 (RV setback reduction) until Sept. 8 (4-0)
• Set Personal Property Tax Relief percentage for 2021 at 40% (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved a request to rezone 2.744 acres from R-2 to A-2 for a small contractor's operation. The meeting also included reports on VDOT road projects and the approval of surplus vehicle disposal.

• Approved rezoning REZ21-134 for Travis Lam to change 2.744 acres from R-2 to A-2
• Declared several vehicles, including a 2006 Cadillac STS and 2001 GMC Safari Van, as surplus for auction
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $86,479 in federal COVID assistance for Social Services
• Public hearing held for Special Use Permit SUP21-157 regarding a school at 14695 Rockingham Pike
• Recognized the retirement of Major Clayton Justice

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors approved a special use permit for a school at the Church of Solsburg, subject to conditions. The board also accepted the Treasurer's annual tax collection report, declared a surplus service weapon for a retiring major, and authorized the county administrator to seek drought assistance for farmers.

• Approved special use permit SUP21-157 for Church of Solsburg school (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Annual Report of Tax Collections (4-0)
• Declared surplus Glock Model 22 to award to Major Clayton Justice (4-0)
• Authorized county administrator to request drought designation for agricultural relief (consensus)
• Approved minutes of July 28, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Certified closed meeting resolution (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission meets to hold public hearings on two rezoning requests, consider amendments to the Capital Improvements Program adding two transportation projects, and review ordinance changes to reduce setbacks in B-1 and RV zoning districts. The commission will also take up tabled items from prior meetings, including a 41.99-acre rezoning, a new Business Interchange zoning district, and solar energy facility ordinances and policy.

• REZ21-169: Amend proffers for +/-75 acres of Cobbler's Valley Subdivision to remove phasing limits on townhomes (R-5C district)
• REZ21-171: Rezone 0.5 acres from R-2C to A-2C on Pleasant Valley Road
• CIP amendments: Add Captain Yancey Road Turn Lane at US-340 and Rawley Springs Road Improvements
• OA21-176: Reduce setbacks and impose maximum front yard setbacks in B-1 (General Business) district
• OA21-177: Reduce setbacks in RV (Rural Village) zoning district

The Rockingham County Planning Commission reviewed a revised draft ordinance creating a new Business Interchange (BX) zoning district for areas near interstate interchanges, along with amendments to land use tables and development standards. The commission also reviewed staff-proposed ordinances for ground-mounted large and small solar energy facilities, including setback, decommissioning, and aggregate cap provisions. The minutes do not record any final decisions or votes; the items were presented for review and discussion.

• Reviewed revised draft ordinance creating Business Interchange (BX) district (no vote recorded)
• Reviewed amendments to Tables 17-606, 17-806, and Sections 17-607, 17-700 (no vote recorded)
• Reviewed staff-proposed ordinance for ground-mounted large solar energy facilities (no vote recorded)
• Reviewed staff-proposed ordinance for ground-mounted small solar energy facilities (no vote recorded)

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear reports from VDOT and county staff, and hold public hearings on a rezoning and special use permit for a contractor's operation, an ordinance amendment on utility building sizes, and a boundary line adjustment with Harrisonburg. The board will also enter a closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition or disposition.

• Rezoning and special use permit for 2.744 acres at 495 Willow Rose Drive, McGaheysville (REZ21-134 & SUP21-101)
• Ordinance amendment to change utility building definition from under 200 sq ft to 580 sq ft or less (OA21-127)
• Boundary line adjustment with City of Harrisonburg
• Closed meeting for real property acquisition/disposition discussion
• VDOT report by Residency Administrator Donald F. Komara

The Board approved a rezoning (REZ21-134) and special use permit (SUP21-101) for a contractor's operation, adopted an ordinance amendment on utility building sizes, and approved a boundary line adjustment with the City of Harrisonburg. It also declared surplus vehicles, approved a supplemental appropriation, made committee appointments, and directed the County Administrator to sign a broadband MOU.

• Approved rezoning REZ21-134 from R-2 to A-2 (4-1)
• Approved special use permit SUP21-101 for small contractor's operation (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amendment OA21-127 changing utility building definition (5-0)
• Approved boundary line adjustment with City of Harrisonburg (5-0)
• Declared 10 surplus vehicles for public auction (5-0)
• Approved $86,479 supplemental appropriation for COVID funds (5-0)
• Appointed Keith Hurst to Board of Zoning Appeals (5-0)
• Directed Administrator to sign broadband MOU with All Points Broadband Partners (5-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will hold a joint public hearing with the Planning Commission on proposed amendments to Chapter 17 regarding ground-mounted large and small solar energy facilities, including definitions, land use tables, and supplemental standards, as well as a related policy. The board will also hold public hearings on three special use permits for a towing service, a manufactured home, and a machinery center. The meeting includes routine items such as approving minutes, reports from VDOT and Shenandoah National Park, and a presentation from United Way. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss real property acquisition or disposition.

• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 17 for ground-mounted large solar energy facilities (definitions, land use table, supplemental standards)
• Public hearing on policy for ground-mounted large solar energy facilities (preference for non-agricultural sitings, dual use, aggregate cap, height, ground cover, historic sites, soils, tree cover)
• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 17 for ground-mounted small solar energy facilities (definitions, permitted by right in all zoning districts, setbacks, max height)
• Public hearing on SUP21-133 Payne's Towing & Recovery Service Center, 248 Industrial Drive, Ruckersville, VA, for motor vehicle repair shop with impound lot on Spotswood Trail (Rt. 33)
• Public hearing on SUP21-142 Ashley N. Baugher (CMH Homes), 211 Second Street, Shenandoah VA, for manufactured home on Runkles Gap Road (Rt. 636)

The Board approved the Rivers Edge Campground special use permit (SUP21-068) for a recreational campground on Brocks Gap Road and Bergton Road, with the entrance to be from Bergton Road as preferred by VDOT, in a 4-1 vote. The Board also approved three other special use permits: Payne's Towing & Recovery Service Center, a manufactured home for Ashley N. Baugher, and a machinery and equipment center for Linden D. Rohrer, all by 5-0 votes. Additionally, the Board adopted a resolution ending the local COVID-19 emergency as of July 1, 2021, and declared two structures on Old Resort Lane in Rawley Springs dilapidated, authorizing condemnation proceedings.

• Approved SUP21-068 Rivers Edge Campground, LLC (4-1) with conditions including entrance from Bergton Road
• Approved SUP21-133 Payne's Towing & Recovery Service Center (5-0)
• Approved SUP21-142 Ashley N. Baugher manufactured home (5-0)
• Approved SUP21-148 Linden D. Rohrer machinery and equipment center (5-0)
• Adopted resolution ending local COVID-19 emergency as of July 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Declared structures at 11783 and 11837 Old Resort Lane dilapidated and authorized condemnation (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Harman Construction for $224,306 to renovate court offices (5-0)
• Authorized drafting ordinance to reduce setbacks in RV and B-1 districts for Planning Commission review (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning cases: a 2.744-acre downzoning to agricultural at 495 Willow Rose Drive, and a 41.99-acre request for a 155-home planned subdivision near Power Dam Road. They will also consider an ordinance amendment creating a new Business Interchange (BX) zoning district for interstate interchanges. The meeting includes approval of June minutes and liaison reports.

• REZ21-134: Rezone 2.744 acres at 495 Willow Rose Drive from R-2 to A-2 (General Agricultural)
• REZ21-141: Rezone 41.99 acres on Power Dam Road to PSF-C for up to 155 single-family homes
• OA21-074: Establish Business Interchange (BX) zoning district for interstate-travelling services
• Public hearing on Solar Facilities Ordinance Amendment set for July 14 at 6:00 p.m.
• Minutes from June 1 regular meeting to be approved

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will hold a joint work session with the Planning Commission to discuss draft recommendations for ground-mounted solar energy facilities, including proposed definitions, ordinances, and policies. The key issue is whether to set a per-site acreage cap for large solar facilities, with committee members split among options ranging from 30-50 acres to no cap. The board will also consider an aggregate cap of 1,400 to 1,900 acres for all large solar facilities. Later, the board will hold its regular meeting, which includes routine items like minutes approval, a VDOT report, election results, and a closed session on a prospective business.

• Draft ordinance for large solar facilities with proposed aggregate cap of 1,400-1,900 acres
• Per-site acreage cap options: 30-50, 50-75, 100-200 acres, or no cap
• Definitions for large and small solar energy facilities and energy storage systems
• Acceptance of abstract of votes for June 8, 2021 Democratic Primary Election
• Closed meeting to discuss prospective business or industry expansion

The Board unanimously adopted the FY22 Fee Compendium, a complete fee schedule that supersedes previously approved fees and will be reviewed annually. It also authorized the County Administrator to negotiate a contract with Verizon Wireless for mobile phone service, and to negotiate a design-build contract with Harman Construction for the Emergency Response Station on Route 11 North, with final contract approval to return to the Board. Additionally, the Board approved a $150,000 supplemental appropriation for an AFID grant to Interchange Cold Storage, and authorized write-offs of four uncollectable accounts totaling $9,102.39.

• Approved minutes of June 9, 2021 meeting (5-0).
• Instructed Clerk to spread abstract of votes from June 8, 2021 Democratic Primary (5-0).
• Adopted FY22 Fee Compendium as presented (5-0).
• Authorized write-off of four uncollectable accounts totaling $9,102.39 (5-0).
• Authorized County Administrator to negotiate contract with Verizon Wireless for mobile phone service (5-0).
• Authorized County Administrator to negotiate design-build contract with Harman Construction for Emergency Response Station on Route 11 North (5-0).
• Adopted FY2020-2021 Supplemental Appropriation of $150,000 for AFID grant to Interchange Cold Storage (5-0).
• Recessed into closed meeting and certified it complied with Virginia law (5-0).

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors approved a special use permit for Dave Yutzy to operate an event center and bed and breakfast on 50 acres of an 865-acre property on Sparmine Road, subject to site plan compliance and all applicable regulations. The board also tabled a separate special use permit request for a small contractor business on Pleasant Valley Road. Additionally, the board authorized a $330,000 ambulance purchase, adopted a $750,000 supplemental appropriation for a self-funded dental insurance fund, awarded health and dental insurance contracts, and renewed several agricultural and forestal districts.

• Approved SUP21-112 event center and bed and breakfast for Dave Yutzy (5-0)
• Tabled SUP21-075 small contractor business for Hank Hensley (5-0)
• Authorized ambulance purchase up to $330,000 from Atlantic Emergency Solutions (5-0)
• Adopted $750,000 supplemental appropriation for self-funded dental insurance fund (5-0)
• Awarded health insurance plan to Anthem and dental plan to MetLife for 2021-2022 (5-0)
• Adopted updated Drug Free Workplace/Substance Abuse Policy (5-0)
• Authorized engineering services contracts for three years with multiple firms (5-0)
• Renewed Ottobine Agricultural and Forestal District for 10 years and updated other AFDs (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on renewing the Ottobine Agricultural & Forestal District for 10 years and updating acreage in four other AFDs, plus an ordinance amendment to expand the definition of utility buildings from under 200 to 580 square feet or less. The agenda also includes updates on pending ordinance amendments and the Solar Facilities Study Committee. The meeting is livestreamed with limited in-person attendance due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• OA/AFD21-122: Renew Ottobine Agricultural & Forestal District for 10 years, revising total acreage
• OA/AFD21-126: Update parcels and acreage in Dry River, Keezletown North & South, and Spring Creek AFDs
• OA21-127: Amend Section 17-201 to change 'Utility Building' definition from under 200 sq ft to 580 sq ft or less
• OA21-127: Add utility buildings over 580 sq ft as special use permit in Table 17-606
• Solar Facilities Study Committee final recommendations update

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session on draft recommendations for ground-mounted solar energy facilities, including proposed caps on large solar project acreage. Later, the board will consider adopting the Central Shenandoah Hazard Mitigation Plan and hold a public hearing on a small rezoning request. The agenda also includes routine reports and a committee appointment.

• Work session on draft solar energy facility ordinance, including aggregate cap of 1,400-1,900 acres and per-site cap options ranging from 30-50 acres to no cap
• Public hearing on rezoning REZ21-064: 0.325 acres at 1880 Harpine Highway from R-2 to B-1
• Consideration of adoption of the Central Shenandoah Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Public hearing on VDOT Six-Year Improvement Plan (2021-2027)
• Committee appointment to Blue Ridge Community College Foundation Board

The Board approved a rezoning request (REZ21-064) to change 0.325 acres from R-2 (Medium Density Residential) to B-1 (General Business) for K & K Enterprises, LLC, located behind 1880 Harpine Highway. The Board also accepted VDOT's Six-Year Improvement Plan, adopted the Central Shenandoah Hazard Mitigation Plan, and authorized tax refunds up to $5,000 without Board approval. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except for the minutes approval, which was 4-0-1 with one abstention.

• Approved rezoning REZ21-064 (0.325 acres R-2 to B-1) for K & K Enterprises (5-0)
• Accepted VDOT Secondary System Construction Program Estimated Allocations for FY2022-2027 (5-0)
• Adopted Central Shenandoah Hazard Mitigation Plan 2020 Update (5-0)
• Authorized Director of Elections to seek waiver for split precinct 401 West Bridgewater (5-0)
• Authorized Commissioner of Revenue/Treasurer to process tax refunds up to $5,000 without Board approval (5-0)
• Declared 20 surplus vehicles and trailers for public auction (5-0)
• Appointed Kelly Blosser to Blue Ridge Community College Board (5-0)
• Approved May 12, 2021 minutes with correction (4-0-1)

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on five special use permit applications, including an electrical substation, a campground, a contracting business, an event center, and a hemp processing facility. The board will also receive reports from VDOT and county staff, and consider unfinished business. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major policy decisions listed.

• SUP21-047: Electrical substation like-use on Little Dry River Road (Route 818), zoned A2-General Agricultural
• SUP21-068: Recreational campground by Rivers Edge Campground, LLC on Brocks Gap Road (Route 259) and Bergton Road (Route 820)
• SUP21-073: Small contracting business by Joi Gayre on S. East Side Highway (Route 340)
• SUP21-077: Event center and recreation by Jackson Dixon on Captain Yancey Road (Route 642)
• SUP21-091: Hemp processing like-use by Pure Shenandoah LLC on Samuels Road (Route 638)

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors approved four special use permits for a contracting business, an electrical substation, an event center, and a hemp processing facility, all by 4-0 votes. The Board tabled a request for a recreational campground (Rivers Edge Campground, LLC) until ingress and egress safety concerns on Route 259 are addressed. The Board also approved supplemental appropriations totaling over $4.2 million, including $800,000 for capital projects, and entered a contract with Republic Services for jail refuse pickup.

• Approved SUP21-073 for small contracting business (4-0)
• Approved SUP21-047 for electrical substation like-use (4-0)
• Approved SUP21-077 for event center and recreation (4-0)
• Approved SUP21-091 for hemp processing business (4-0)
• Tabled SUP21-068 for Rivers Edge Campground until safety addressed
• Approved $800,000 supplemental appropriation for capital projects (4-0)
• Approved $91,700 for GIS software upgrade (4-0)
• Approved contract with Republic Services for jail refuse (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests. The first is a small 0.325-acre parcel from residential to general business. The second is a larger 5.69-acre request for a mixed-use development with apartments, commercial space, and a mini-storage facility, which was continued from a previous meeting due to technical difficulties.

• Rezoning of 0.325 acres from R-2 to B-1 behind 1880 Harpine Highway
• Rezoning of 5.69 acres to PMF-C and B-1C for 78 apartments, commercial building, and mini-storage at Port Republic and Boyers Roads
• Continuation of public hearing for the Baum Investments case to allow additional public comment
• Update on Solar Facilities Study Committee and joint work session with Board of Supervisors on May 26

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the proposed annual budget for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2021. This includes consideration of new tax rates and the adoption of a five-year Capital Improvements Plan.

• Proposed increase of Food & Beverage Tax from 4% to 6%
• Proposed cigarette tax rate of $0.02 per cigarette
• Public hearing for Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation tax exemption
• Proposed FY2021-2022 General Fund total revenue of $150,993,617
• Adoption of Capital Improvements Plan for FY2022-2026

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors adopted the FY2021-2022 annual budget and set tax rates, voting 4-1. The budget includes a 6% food and beverage tax but excludes the proposed cigarette tax. The Board also adopted the Capital Improvements Plan for FY2022-2026, approved a wood grinding bid, and approved a change order for the McGaheysville Wastewater Plant.

• Adopted FY2021-22 budget and set tax rates (4-1)
• Adopted Capital Improvements Plan FY2022-2026 (4-1)
• Approved wood grinding bid from Medek Tree Service, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $62,970 change order for McGaheysville Wastewater Plant (5-0)
• Approved Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation tax exemption (5-0)
• Authorized drafting zoning ordinance amendments for utility buildings and fee format (consensus)

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the proposed FY2022 budget, capital improvements plan, and tax rates, as well as a special use permit for a private family cemetery. They will also consider a tax exemption for the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation and hear reports from VDOT and Blue Ridge Community College. The meeting includes separate sessions for the Lilly and Countryside Sanitary Districts to consider a service connection request and proposed rates, fees, and charges.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2022 budget, CIP FY22-FY26, and tax rates
• Special use permit SUP21-011 for private family cemetery at 3987 Homestead Road, Elkton
• Consideration of tax exemption for Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation
• Countryside Sanitary District: proposed rates, fees, and charges
• Lilly Subdivision Sanitary District: service connection request

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on the proposed FY2021-22 budget, tax rates, and capital improvements plan, but did not adopt it; adoption is scheduled for April 28, 2021. The board approved two mowing and landscaping bids, a special use permit for a private family cemetery, and entered a closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition and business recruitment. No final budget decision was made at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of March 24, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved mowing/landscaping bid from Four Seasons for $49,950 (5-0)
• Approved mowing bid from Wetzel Brothers at $2,963 per occurrence (5-0)
• Approved special use permit SUP21-011 for private family cemetery (5-0)
• Certified closed meeting for real property and business recruitment discussions (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request from Baum Investments, LLC for the Boyers Crossing project at the northwest corner of Port Republic Road and Boyers Road. The request would rezone 5.69 acres from agricultural to planned multifamily residential and general commercial, allowing up to 78 apartment units, a commercial building, and a mini-storage facility. The hearing was postponed from February 2, 2021, at the applicant's request. The agenda also includes updates on pending ordinance amendments, the Solar Facilities Study Committee, and liaison reports.

• Rezoning REZ20-333: 3.66 acres to PMF-C (Planned Multifamily Residential) and 2.03 acres to B-1C (General Commercial) at Port Republic Road and Boyers Road
• Proposed development includes up to 78 apartment units, a commercial building, and a three-story mini-storage facility
• Proffered conditions include 20% common area, 10-foot shared-use path along Boyers Road, and roof-mounted solar on mini-storage
• Staff recommends approval of the rezoning
• Public hearing on the rezoning case

The Rockingham County Planning Commission meeting on April 6, 2021, was dominated by public comment on the proposed Boyers Crossing development (REZ20-333) at the intersection of Boyers and Port Republic Roads. Numerous residents spoke or submitted emails opposing the rezoning, citing concerns about traffic, property values, crime, light pollution, and inconsistency with the county's comprehensive plan. No formal decision on the rezoning was recorded in the minutes provided.

• No formal decision recorded on rezoning case REZ20-333 in the provided minutes.
• Public comment period held for the proposed Boyers Crossing development.
• Residents expressed opposition to the proposed storage facility and apartment complex.
• Concerns raised about increased traffic on Boyers Road and safety at intersections.
• Residents cited potential negative impacts on property values and neighborhood character.
• Objections noted that the proposal conflicts with the county's Comprehensive Plan and UDA.
• Some residents indicated conditional support if access were limited to Port Republic Road.
• A petition opposing the development was referenced, with hundreds of signatures.

Board of Supervisors

The Board approved water and sewer rate increases effective July 1, 2021, raising the base water rate from $12.50 to $15.00 and sewer base from $6.00 to $7.00. It also renewed the Western Rockingham Agricultural & Forestal District for 10 years, approved two special use permits (a recreation building and a Montessori school), and authorized a $15,000 AFID grant to Overlook Produce. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved water and sewer rate increases (4-0)
• Renewed Western Rockingham Agricultural & Forestal District until 2031 (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for recreation building (SUP21-003) (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for New Beginnings Montessori School (SUP21-036) (4-0)
• Approved $15,000 AFID grant to Overlook Produce (4-0)
• Authorized concession contract with Crossroads Café and Catering (4-0)
• Authorized two design-build RFPs for maintenance building and fire station (4-0)
• Approved $2/ton landfill tipping fee increase (4-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will meet to hear presentations on the spotted lanternfly and VDOT updates, receive staff and committee reports, and make appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals and Community Criminal Justice Board. They will also convene meetings of the Lilly Subdivision Sanitary District (including a water connection request) and the Massanutten Water and Sewer Authority (including a closed session on litigation). The agenda includes approval of the February 24, 2021 minutes and unfinished business.

• Lilly Subdivision Sanitary District water connection request
• Massanutten Water and Sewer Authority closed meeting on litigation
• Committee appointments to Board of Zoning Appeals and Community Criminal Justice Board
• Spotted lanternfly presentation by Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
• VDOT report by Residency Administrator Donald F. Komara

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors approved a rezoning request (REZ20-306) for approximately 26.8 acres on Walton Way, changing the zoning from B-1 (General Business) and A-1 (Prime Agricultural) to I-1 (Industrial). The board also adopted a resolution supporting the Shenandoah Mountain National Scenic Area, approved a $350,431 supplemental appropriation for the Spotswood High School turn-lane project, and authorized a $37,500 bid for Rockingham Park Pavilion II construction.

• Approved rezoning REZ20-306 for 26.8 acres on Walton Way to I-1 Industrial (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting Shenandoah Mountain National Scenic Area (5-0)
• Approved $350,431 supplemental appropriation for Spotswood High School turn-lane (5-0)
• Authorized $37,500 bid to Stoneburner, Inc. for Rockingham Park Pavilion II (5-0)
• Approved $37,100 transfer for new John Deere tractor for Rockingham Park (5-0)
• Recommended Jon D. Ritenour for Board of Zoning Appeals appointment (5-0)
• Appointed A. Gene Hart, Jr. to Community Criminal Justice Board (5-0)
• Certified closed meeting for prospective business discussion (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on renewing the Western Rockingham Agricultural & Forestal District (AFD) for a 10-year period, revising its total acreage while keeping existing conditions unmodified. The meeting also includes updates on pending ordinance amendments, General Assembly land use legislation, and the Solar Facilities Study Committee. The meeting is livestreamed due to COVID-19 restrictions, with limited in-person attendance and mask requirements.

• Public hearing on OA/AFP21-032: renewal of Western Rockingham Agricultural & Forestal District for 10 years, acreage revision
• Update on pending ordinance amendments
• Update on General Assembly land use legislation
• Solar Facilities Study Committee update
• City Planning Commission liaison reports (Feb 10 and Mar 10)

Board of Supervisors

The Board approved a rezoning request from Pleasant Run, LC. to change a 71.5-acre parcel from R-2C to R-5C, allowing up to 337 dwelling units, subject to proffers including a 25% common area and public water/sewer. The Board also approved two special use permits: one for an accessory structure height increase for Monte & Debbie Shoemaker, and one for a farm market for Joseph Ulmer. Additionally, the Board approved a $194,550 supplemental appropriation for Sheriff's Department vehicles, declared a retired sergeant's service weapon surplus, and appointed Randy Snow to the Recreation Commission.

• Approved rezoning REZ20-255 for Pleasant Run, LC., allowing up to 337 dwelling units on 71.502 acres, with proffers including 25% common area and public water/sewer.
• Approved special use permit SUP21-022 for Monte & Debbie Shoemaker to increase accessory structure height on New Market Road.
• Approved special use permit SUP21-006 for Joseph Ulmer to operate a farm market on Friedens Church Road.
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $194,550 for Sheriff's Department vehicle purchases, funded by contingency and insurance proceeds.
• Declared Sergeant Michael Deeds' Glock Model 22 as surplus and awarded it as a retirement gift.
• Declared a 2002 Ford Van as surplus for disposal via public surplus website.
• Appointed Randy Snow to the Rockingham Recreation Commission for District 5, term ending December 31, 2023.
• Certified a closed meeting held for discussion of prospective business or industry.

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider routine items, hear reports, and hold public hearings on three special use permit requests. The most consequential items are the public hearings for a contractor's business, a private airstrip and hangar, and a machinery/equipment repair shop, all on agricultural land. The board will also discuss the Middle River Regional Jail expansion and a tax refund for VFS Leasing Co., and may enter a closed meeting to discuss a prospective business or industry.

• Public hearing: SUP20-320 Jose Olguin, small contractor's business, 2840 Mattie Drive, zoned A2-General Agricultural
• Public hearing: SUP20-332 Wayne Billhimer, private airstrip and hangar, south side of Lindale Road (Rt. 780), zoned A2-General Agricultural
• Public hearing: SUP20-354 Jordan Witmer, machinery & equipment center/small engine repair shop, Thomas Spring Road (Rt. 748), zoned A1-Prime Agricultural
• Discussion: Middle River Regional Jail expansion presentation by Superintendent Jeffery L. Newton
• Consideration: Refund of overpayment of taxes for VFS Leasing Co.

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request (REZ20-255) to allow up to 337 dwelling units on 71.5 acres at Wingate Meadows, a significant increase from the previously approved 166 units. A second rezoning case (REZ20-333) has been postponed by the applicant and will not be heard. The meeting will be livestreamed due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Rezoning REZ20-255: 71.5 acres from R-2C to R-5C for 337 units (single-family, duplexes, rowhomes) on Pleasant Valley Road
• Rezoning REZ20-333: 5.69 acres from A-2 to R-5C for offices, mini-storage, apartments at Port Republic Road and Boyers Road — postponed
• Public hearing on rezoning REZ20-255; comments accepted via email or phone
• Meeting livestreamed on Webex; in-person attendance limited and masks required

Board of Supervisors

The Rockingham County Board of Supervisors will hold a public comment period on the proposed Middle River Regional Jail expansion and modifications, and will also conduct its annual reorganization, including electing a chair and vice-chair. The board will consider a special use permit for a manufactured home, two zoning ordinance amendments, and a rezoning request. Several subordinate boards will also reorganize.

• Public comment on Middle River Regional Jail expansion and modifications
• Special use permit SUP20-319 for a manufactured home at 3945 Park Way, Elkton
• Ordinance amendment OA20-219 to add photometric plan definition and amend outdoor lighting rules
• Ordinance amendment OA20-277 to expand Rural Village zoning and increase retail allowance from 1,500 to 4,000 sq ft
• Rezoning REZ19-230 of 1.53 acres on Rawley Pike from A-2 to RV Rural Village

Planning Commission

The Rockingham County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for about 26.8 acres on Walton Way, proposing to change zoning from agricultural and general business to industrial. The commission will also elect officers, review the 2020 annual report, and receive updates on pending ordinance amendments and the solar facilities study.

• Rezoning REZ20-306: 26.8 acres on Walton Way to I-1 Industrial, for a Volvo truck sales and repair lot
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• 2021 County Liaison to City Schedule
• 2020 Planning Commission Annual Report
• Solar Facilities Study Committee update