Claremont public meetings in 2022
42 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
General
The Planning Commission is reviewing updates to the Surry County 2040 Comprehensive Plan, specifically regarding energy project land use. The meeting also includes public hearings for two ordinance amendments concerning zoning variances and administrative authority.
- Update to the Surry County 2040 Comprehensive Plan regarding energy projects
- Public hearing for Ordinance Amendment 2022-03 on zoning variance procedures
- Public hearing for Ordinance Amendment 2022-04 on administrative setback variances
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors and School Board will hold a joint work session to discuss county strategic priorities and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) updates. The meeting also includes discussions regarding school facility considerations.
- County Strategic Priorities & CIP Update
- Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) update
- Discussion of facilities considerations involving Ballou Justice Upton Architects
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a school system budget amendment and an appropriation for one-time bonuses. The agenda also includes requests regarding fire truck acquisition and extending county tax deadlines.
- Approval of $722,910.82 in accounts payable
- MOU for Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act Program implementation
- Appropriation request for fire truck acquisition
- School System FY 22-23 budget amendment and bonus appropriation
- Request to extend county tax due date from December 5th to March 5th
General
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for the Surry County 2040 Comprehensive Plan update and a rezoning application. The plan update includes new information regarding future energy projects in the county. The commission will also consider a request to rezone 2.36 acres at Blackwater Road and Clubhouse Road.
- Public hearing for Surry County 2040 Comprehensive Plan update
- Rezoning Application No. 2022-03 for Pigeon Swamp Farm, Corp
- Conditional rezoning of 2.36 acres from Agricultural Rural District to Local Business
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider an ordinance amendment regarding firearms in county buildings and a new building code fee schedule. A public hearing is scheduled for the disposition of real property at 633 Marina Drive. The agenda also includes the termination of an agreement with Sheriff Turner regarding emergency communications management.
- Public hearing on the disposition of county property at 633 Marina Drive
- Ordinance amendment regarding firearms and ammunition in county buildings
- Termination of agreement with Sheriff Turner for Emergency Communications Center management
- Approval of September 2022 accounts payable totaling $994,571.86
- Resolution for an updated Building Code Fee Schedule
Electoral Board
The Surry County Electoral Board will hold a special meeting on November 1, 2022. The purpose of the meeting is to appoint an additional election officer for the November 8, 2022 election.
- Appointment of an additional election officer for the November 8, 2022 election
Economic Development Authority
The meeting includes the introduction of a new EDO Director and elections for the EDA Chair and other officers. The agenda also covers updates on the Surry Improvement Grant Program and administrative fee charges.
- Introduction of New EDO Director
- Review of recommended changes to the Surry Improvement Grant Program
- Discussion of recommended EDA Administrative Fee Charges
- Election of EDA Chair and other officers
- Treasurer's report on account balances and self-audit
General
The Surry County Planning Commission will review a draft amendment for the Energy Projects Comprehensive Plan update. The commission will also consider the disposition of minutes from the September 26, 2022, meeting.
- Review of Energy Projects Comprehensive Plan Draft Amendment
- Disposition of September 26, 2022, meeting minutes
General
A community open house is being held to review and comment on the proposed Comprehensive Plan Update relative to energy projects. The event provides an opportunity for residents to provide feedback on the proposal.
- Proposed Comprehensive Plan Update for Energy Projects
Board of Supervisors
This special meeting of the Board of Supervisors includes the election of a Vice-Chair. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.
- Election of Vice-Chair
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance amendment to prohibit firearms and ammunition in certain county facilities. The agenda also includes approving August accounts payable and appointing Wingate Appraisal Service for the FY2023 General Reassessment.
- Public hearing on prohibiting firearms, ammunition, or components in county buildings, parks, and community centers
- Appointment of Wingate Appraisal Service for FY2023 General Reassessment
- Transfer of HRSD Pump Station property to the County of Surry
- Designation of the County Attorney as FOIA Officer
- Approval of August 2022 accounts payable
General
The Surry County Planning Commission will review a draft amendment for the Energy Projects Comprehensive Plan update. The commission will also consider the disposition of minutes from June 27 and August 22, 2022.
- Review of Draft Amendment for Energy Projects Comprehensive Plan Update
- Disposition of June 27, 2022 meeting minutes
- Disposition of August 22, 2022 meeting minutes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold discussions regarding the stabilization of Surry Seafood Marina and ARPA funds. The agenda does not list specific actions or decisions for these items.
- Stabilization of Surry Seafood Marina
- ARPA Funds
Electoral Board
The board will review a report from the County Administrator regarding an office space issue. Members will also discuss preparations for election officer training and a resolution to create a Best Practices policy.
- Report from County Administrator regarding office space issue
- Election officer and CAP training preparation
- Updated election officer assignments
- Resolution creating Best Practices policy for election officer training
- Approval of June 9, July 7, and July 21 meeting minutes
General
The Planning Commission will discuss an update to the Energy Projects Comprehensive Plan. Summit Design & Engineering Services is scheduled to provide a presentation on this topic. The commission will also review minutes from March 28, 2022, and June 27, 2022.
- Energy Projects Comprehensive Plan Update and Discussion
- Presentation by Summit Design & Engineering Services
- Disposition of March 28, 2022 minutes
- Disposition of June 27, 2022 minutes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a work session on August 11, 2022. The agenda includes discussions regarding school state revenue and hybrid real estate reassessment. Other financial matters are also scheduled for discussion.
- School State Revenue Discussion
- Hybrid Real Estate Reassessment
- Other Financial Matters
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding appropriations from the Fund Balance and Bond Proceeds to cover project costs. The agenda includes updates on solar construction and property reassessments. The Board will also consider approval of June 2022 accounts payable totaling $409,860.90.
- Public hearing for appropriations from Fund Balance and Bond Proceeds
- Approval of June 2022 accounts payable in the amount of $409,860.90
- Reassessment update by Wingate Appraisal Service
- Cavalier Solar Construction update by AES
- Unfinished business regarding Loblolly Solar, LLC
Electoral Board
The Surry County Electoral Board will review a report from the County Administrator regarding an office space issue and consider a resolution for the 2022 meeting schedule. The board also plans to set in-person training dates for election officers/CAP. A closed session is scheduled for a registrar evaluation.
- Report from County Administrator regarding office space issue
- Proposed resolution for the 2022 meeting schedule
- Setting in-person training dates for election officers/CAP
- Registrar evaluation (closed session)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding property tax exemptions for elderly and disabled residents. The meeting also includes the adoption of an updated hazard mitigation plan and reviews of various county agreements.
- Public hearing on property tax exemptions for elderly and disabled persons
- Adoption of the 2022 Hampton Roads Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Surry County Improvement Grant Program agreement
- Service agreement with Federal Engineering for a mobile radio communication project
- Request for a public hearing regarding fund balance and bond proceeds
General
The Surry County Planning Commission will review survey results regarding energy projects. Summit Design & Engineering Services will provide a presentation to discuss findings and next steps. The meeting also includes the disposition of minutes from March 28, 2022.
- Presentation on Energy Projects Survey Results by Summit Design & Engineering Services
- Disposition of March 28, 2022 meeting minutes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct a work session regarding the FY 22-23 budget. The agenda also includes an appointment for the Board of Historic and Architectural Review.
- FY 22-23 Budget work session
- Appointment to the Board of Historic and Architectural Review
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct a work session regarding the FY 22-23 budget. The agenda also includes motions to enter and return from a closed session.
- FY 22-23 Budget Work Session
- Closed Session
Board of Supervisors
The Board is reviewing applications from Loblolly Solar, LLC to rezone approximately 2,585 acres and amend the Solar Energy Ordinance. The meeting also includes a public hearing for the 2022 Six Year Secondary Road Improvement Plan.
- Rezoning of ~2,585 acres for Loblolly Solar, LLC
- Text amendment to Surry County Solar Energy Ordinance
- Public hearing for 2022 Six Year Secondary Road Improvement Plan
- Surry Solar Center LLC 20 megawatt solar facility proposal
Electoral Board
The Surry County Electoral Board will discuss a report regarding an office space issue and set in-person training dates for election officers. The board also intends to appoint new officers of election and address the remaining 2022 meeting schedule.
- Appointment of new officers of election
- Report from County Administrator regarding office space issue
- Setting in-person training dates for election officers/CAP
- Proposed resolution for the balance of the 2022 meeting schedule
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will address the proposed FY 22-23 budget as unfinished business. The agenda also includes a motion to enter and return from a closed session.
- Proposed FY 22-23 Budget
- Motion to enter into closed session
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss the FY 22-23 budget and consider appointments to local boards. Public hearings are scheduled regarding a structure demolition at Meadow Court Trust and a conditional use permit for Align RNG. A public hearing for the Six Year Secondary Road Improvement Plan is being rescheduled.
- Approval of April 2022 accounts payable totaling $460,350.84
- Public hearing for Meadow Court Trust structure demolition in Historic Preservation District
- Conditional Use Permit request from Align RNG for utility service
- Rescheduling of Six Year Secondary Road Improvement Plan public hearing to 6/16/2022
- Discussion regarding the FY 22-23 budget
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a proposed real estate tax increase and the County Administrator's proposed budget for FY 22-23. The agenda also includes discussions on permit fees and the employment of a County Attorney.
- Public hearing on proposed real estate tax increase
- Public hearing on FY 22-23 County Administrator's proposed budget
- Review of permit fees
- Discussion on employment of County Attorney
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider March 2022 accounts payable and request public hearings for road improvements and a structure demolition. The meeting also includes the continuation of the Loblolly Solar public hearing.
- Approval of $645,500.61 in accounts payable for March 2022
- Public hearing request for 2022 Six Year Secondary Road Improvement Plan
- Public hearing request for Meadow Court Trust structure demolition
- Continuation of Loblolly Solar Public Hearing to June 16, 2022
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to review the FY 22-23 County Administrator’s Recommended Budget. The meeting also includes a closed session.
- FY 22-23 County Administrator’s Recommended Budget presentation
General
This agenda for the Surry County Board of Zoning Appeals covers standard procedural matters. No specific rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the provided text.
Electoral Board
The meeting includes a report from the Registrar and updates on election officer training. The board will also address correspondence from the County Administrator.
- Registrar report
- Correspondence from County Administrator
- Monthly meeting schedule
- Training for election officers/CAP
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings regarding Chesapeake Preservation Ordinance amendments and a School System budget amendment request. The meeting also includes a presentation on the FY 2022-23 School Board Budget.
- Public hearing for Chesapeake Preservation Ordinance amendments
- Public hearing for FY 21-22 School System budget amendment request
- Approval of February 2022 accounts payable totaling $545,110.26
- Presentation of the FY 2022-23 School Board Budget
- Public hearing request for Loblolly Solar LLC
General
The Planning Commission will consider applications from Loblolly Solar, LLC for a 150 megawatt solar energy generation facility. The proposal involves rezoning and map amendments for 41 parcels located off Colonial Trail West/SR 10. The commission may or may not take action on these items during this meeting.
- Rezoning Application No. 2022-02 to change 2,585 acres from Agricultural Rural District to General Industrial District
- Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment No. 2022-02 for the project site
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2022-02 for a solar generation facility
- Substantially in Accord Determination for the proposed solar energy facility
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold discussions regarding the FY 2022-23 budget. The meeting also includes a report from the County Administrator.
- FY 2022-23 Budget Discussions
Electoral Board
The Surry County Electoral Board will review election official paperwork and personnel matters. The board also plans to address office space needs and training for election officers ahead of the June primary election.
- Status of election officials paperwork
- Office space/CAP space discussion
- Training for election officers/CAP
- June primary election preparations
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding the Surry Solar Center LLC Energy Project. The agenda includes reviewing January 2022 accounts payable totaling $508,904.07 and considering a budget amendment request for the school system. The Board will also consider selecting Tyler Munis for an Enterprise Resource Planning management system.
- Public hearing for Surry Solar Center LLC Energy Project
- Approval of January 2022 accounts payable totaling $508,904.07
- Selection of Tyler Munis for ERP Management System
- Request for public hearing on Chesapeake Preservation Ordinance Amendments
- School System FY 21-22 Budget Amendment Request
Planning Commission
The commission will consider Ordinance Amendment 2022-02 regarding the Chesapeake Preservation District and Subdivision Ordinance. These amendments aim to ensure compliance with the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act. The process includes a staff presentation and a public hearing.
- Ordinance Amendment 2022-02 for Chesapeake Preservation District and Subdivision Ordinance
- Approval of minutes from November 22, 2021, and December 20, 2021
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold discussions regarding strategic planning and the FY 22-23 budget. The County Administrator will also provide an overview of the ERP project.
- FY 22-23 Budget Discussion / Financial Matters
- Board of Supervisors Strategic Planning Discussion
- ERP Project Overview
Electoral Board
The Surry County Electoral Board is meeting to approve minutes and receive reports. New business includes the appointment of election officers and reviews regarding MMS and POAM compliance.
- Appointment of officers of election pursuant to Code Section 24.2-115
- MMS Compliance review
- POAM Compliance review
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to conduct public hearings regarding the Surry Solar Center LLC and two ordinance amendments. The meeting also includes a presentation on the economic impact of the federal sector on the county. Additionally, the Board will address board reorganization and approve December accounts payable.
- Public hearing request for Surry Solar Center LLC
- Approval of $490,293.80 in December 2021 accounts payable
- Public hearing on Virginia’s Gateway Region Industrial Facilities Authority Ordinance (2022-03)
- Public hearing on Floodplain Ordinance Amendment (2022-04)
General
The Planning Commission will review applications from Surry Solar Center, LLC to develop a solar energy generation facility. This includes requests for rezoning approximately 225.76 acres and amending the Comprehensive Plan map. The commission will also discuss floodplain ordinance amendments.
- Rezoning Application No. 2022-01 for solar utility use on ~225.76 acres
- Map Amendment No. 2022-01 to change land use to General Industrial
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2022-01 for a solar generation facility
- Ordinance Amendment 2022-01 regarding the Floodplain District
- Discussion on green energy projects in the Comprehensive Plan
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct its 2022 reorganization, including updates to bylaws and meeting schedules. Public hearings are scheduled for a floodplain ordinance amendment and the relocation of a polling place in Bacon Castle District. The Board will also review the FY 20-21 audit report.
- Approval of November 2021 accounts payable totaling $490,955.97
- Records Preservation Grant Award of $86,410.25
- Appropriation of $505,661.41 from the PSAP Grant
- Public hearing for TRC Environmental (Align Renewable Energy) Conditional Use Permit No. 2021-02
- Presentation of the FY 20-21 Audit Report