Waynesboro public meetings in 2021

City Council

This is a City Council retreat, not a regular business meeting, held at the Brite Bus Transit Service facility. The agenda contains no listed action items, ordinances, or public hearings, only the meeting's time and location.

• Retreat held at Brite Bus Transit Service, 156 Ivy Ridge Lane, Fishersville VA

The City Council held a retreat and directed staff to draft a letter opposing the recently released Senate redistricting map, which would reduce Waynesboro's experienced legislative representation. No formal votes were taken; discussions covered employee compensation, ARPA fund use, and 2023 budget priorities, with decisions deferred to the January 26 budget work session.

• Directed staff to draft letter opposing redistricting map
• Agreed to start January 26 budget work session at 6:30 p.m. instead of 6:15 p.m.

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold a public hearing on the removal and relocation of the Colonel William H. Harman monument from Constitution Park. The council will also consider an ordinance to vacate sanitary sewer easements for the Waynesboro Marketplace Development (former Ladd School site), a resolution for ARPA utility relief funds, and an ordinance to move local general elections from May to November. The meeting includes a presentation of the city's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2021.

• Public hearing on relocation of Colonel William H. Harman monument in Constitution Park
• Ordinance to vacate sanitary sewer easements for Waynesboro Marketplace Development (former Ladd School site)
• Resolution authorizing City Manager and Finance Director to sign ARPA Utility Relief Funds certification
• Ordinance transitioning local general elections from May to November
• Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2021

The City Council adopted a resolution accepting $238,589 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for utility bill relief for eligible residential customers, and adopted an emergency ordinance moving local elections from May to November. The council also approved an extra paid holiday on December 23, 2021, and canceled the December 27 meeting. A public hearing on relocating the Harman Monument was held, but no decision was made; staff will contact the Harman family.

• Adopted ARPA utility relief funds resolution (5-0)
• Adopted emergency ordinance moving elections from May to November (5-0)
• Approved additional paid holiday on December 23, 2021 (5-0)
• Canceled December 27, 2021 Council meeting (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including November 22 minutes (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to vacate sewer easements at Ladd School site; to be considered Jan. 10, 2022

City Council

This is a work session of the Waynesboro City Council, held at Kate Collins Middle School Auditorium. The agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision, only the meeting's time, place, and list of council members. It is procedural in nature.

The City Council held a work session to review the agenda for the regular business meeting later that evening. No formal decisions were made during the work session; it was procedural only, covering items such as the annual financial report, the Harman Monument public hearing, a sewer easement vacation, ARPA funds, and election date changes.

• No formal decisions made during work session

Boards and Commissions

The Electoral Board is meeting to discuss follow-up and training with election chiefs following the November General Election. The meeting is open to the public and press, but attendance requires contacting the General Registrar due to space limits and social distancing.

• Follow-up and training with chiefs after the November General Election
• Public and press attendance requires prior contact with General Registrar Lisa Jeffers

The Electoral Board met to debrief the general election with ward chiefs, identifying procedural issues and actions for improvement. They approved no formal motions but agreed on several administrative actions, including adding a green sheet to provisional ballot checklists, updating voting machine closing instructions, and holding an observer training session before the next election. The meeting was procedural and focused on recommendations for future elections.

• Added green sheet to provisional ballots TO DO list
• Updated voting machine closing instructions (Mary Sullivan to send photo)
• Planned observer session ahead of next election
• Added protective number to checklist
• Notified party chairs to ask campaigners to park elsewhere
• Discussed moving Ward C polling place to Kate Collins (no decision)
• Considered electronic poll book for CAP (under review)
• Next meeting scheduled for February

Planning Commission

The Waynesboro Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for townhouses on S. Magnolia Avenue, two rezoning requests, and several zoning ordinance amendments. The commission will also review and approve minutes from a prior meeting and hear public comments. Staff recommends approval for the townhouse permit and the rezoning to Light Industrial.

• Conditional use permit for 4 townhouses at 401-407 S. Magnolia Avenue (R-O district)
• Rezone 83.1 acres at 1001 Shenandoah Village Drive from H-B to L-I
• Rezone parcels from RS-5 to RG-5 (Tax Map Nos. 45-1-30-39, 40, 1-4)
• Amend Zoning Ordinance to allow certain uses in MX-B district
• Amend Zoning Ordinance to include Lew DeWitt Boulevard and East Main Street in Corridor Overlay District

The Waynesboro Planning Commission held public hearings and voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for townhouses on S Magnolia Avenue, a rezoning from H-B to L-I, and a rezoning from RS-5 to RG-5. They also recommended zoning ordinance amendments for the MX-B district and vehicle sales/service, but declined to recommend adding Lew DeWitt Boulevard and East Main Street to the Corridor Overlay District. All recommendations will go to City Council.

• Recommended approval of CUP for townhouses at 401-407 S Magnolia Ave with staff condition (5-0)
• Recommended rezoning of Tax Map No. 60-1-56 from H-B to L-I (5-0)
• Recommended rezoning of six parcels at 11th St and Walnut/Chestnut Aves from RS-5 to RG-5 (5-0)
• Recommended zoning ordinance amendment to allow certain uses in MX-B district (5-0)
• Recommended zoning ordinance amendment on vehicle sales/service bay doors (5-0)
• No motion made to recommend adding Lew DeWitt Blvd and E Main St to Corridor Overlay

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold a work session and regular business meeting, where it will consider adopting a resolution requesting the General Assembly to amend the City Charter, receive information on proposed noise ordinance amendments, and get an update on Phase III of the Greenway. The consent agenda includes adoption of previous meeting minutes. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss personnel matters regarding a Charter employee.

• Resolution requesting charter amendments: move general election from May to November, impose ward-based residency and voting, allow 2-year appointments for Charter employees
• Proposed amendments to the City's Noise Ordinance
• Update on Phase III of the Greenway
• Consent agenda: adoption of November 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Closed meeting for personnel matters regarding a Charter employee

City Council

Council members reviewed proposed changes to the City Charter and noise regulations. Staff also discussed funding options for the 14th Street Greenway and presented on American Rescue Plan Act funds.

• Proposed City Charter amendments regarding election dates, ward voting, and employee terms
• Proposed amendments to City Code Chapters 38 and 50 regulating noise
• Review of VDOT funding options for the 14th Street Greenway Phase III
• Presentation on American Rescue Plan Act economic impact and capital investment
• Upcoming appropriation ordinance for $230,000 in utility relief

The City Council held a work session to review agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting, including proposed City Charter amendments, noise code changes, and the 14th Street Greenway options. No formal votes were taken; the session was informational only. Staff will present further details on ARPA and other topics at the Council Retreat on December 14, 2021.

• Reviewed proposed City Charter amendments, including assessor status, election date, ward voting, and two-year term option.
• Reviewed proposed noise code amendments to City Code Chapters 38 and 50.
• Discussed 14th Street Greenway options, including a fourth option to minimize parking loss and preserve trees.
• Noted that staff awaits VDOT feedback on the 14th Street Greenway, likely after the calendar year.
• Announced an appropriation ordinance for $230,000 utility relief at the next council meeting.
• Scheduled further ARPA, Sunset Park, premium pay, and infrastructure discussions for the December 14 Council Retreat.

Boards and Commissions

The Commission approved the election of Doug Davis as Chair and Taylor Rose as Vice-Chair. The meeting included a review of the Office on Youth 2020 annual report and an update on the Fiscal Year 2021 budget schedule.

• Election of Doug Davis as Chair and Taylor Rose as Vice-Chair
• Approval of September meeting minutes
• Review of Office on Youth 2020 annual report and strategic plan goals
• Update on FY21 budget, including a projected overall budget of near $790,000
• Discussion of a supplemental request of approximately $5,000 from each locality

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the City Charter, including changes to election dates and residency requirements. The council will also consider several rezoning ordinances and an opioid settlement resolution.

• Public hearing on City Charter amendments regarding election dates and ward-based voting
• Second consideration of rezoning properties east of North Poplar Avenue from H-B to L-B
• Second consideration of rezoning 1040 Reservoir Street from RG-5 to R-MF
• Resolution to accept a settlement from the Opioid Abatement and Settlement Fund
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Calendar

The Waynesboro City Council approved a resolution to participate in the national opioid settlement, which could bring the city approximately $577,000. The council also continued a rezoning request for 1040 Reservoir Street and adopted the consent agenda, including several appointments and a zoning change. A public hearing on charter amendments was held, with adoption scheduled for the next meeting.

• Approved resolution to participate in opioid settlement (3-0, Hostetter abstained)
• Continued rezoning of 1040 Reservoir Street from RG-5 to R-MF (4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including appointments and rezoning of properties east of North Poplar Avenue (4-0)
• Adopted amended agenda to continue item 7 (4-0)
• Held public hearing on charter amendments; no action taken
• Extended meeting past curfew and entered closed session on redistricting (4-0)
• Adopted certification resolution for closed meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is holding a work session to review the upcoming business meeting agenda, discuss the budget calendar, consider premium pay under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and review the legislative agenda. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Review of business meeting agenda
• Discussion of budget calendar
• Premium pay under ARPA
• Legislative agenda review

The City Council held a work session to review agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting. Council reached consensus to eliminate a proposed charter amendment that would remove the City Assessor as a Charter employee, and will consider a revised resolution at the November 22 meeting. The City Attorney reviewed an opioid resolution needed to receive settlement funds, and the City Manager outlined a plan for premium pay for qualified employees using American Rescue Plan Act funds, to be brought to Council on November 22. No formal votes were taken; the session was procedural and preparatory.

• Consensus to eliminate proposed charter amendment removing City Assessor as Charter employee
• Charter amendment resolution to be presented at November 22, 2021 meeting
• Opioid resolution reviewed for eligibility to receive settlement funds
• Budget calendar corrected to Fiscal Year 2023
• Premium pay plan for qualified employees to be brought to Council on November 22

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Electoral Board is scheduled to meet on November 3 and November 5, 2021, to conduct the canvas and certification of the General Election. Public and press attendance is restricted due to space limitations and social distancing protocols. Individuals wishing to attend must contact General Registrar Lisa Jeffers in advance.

• General Election Canvas and Certification
• Public attendance requires prior contact with General Registrar Lisa Jeffers

The Electoral Board canvassed and certified the November 2 general election, including provisional and dropbox ballots. All 19 provisional ballots were counted, and final results were certified. The board also noted training issues with poll pad check-ins and provisional logs.

• Certified November 2 general election results
• Counted all 19 provisional ballots as valid
• Counted 7 dropbox ballots from Wards B, C, and D
• Identified training issues for poll pad check-in and provisional log completion
• Adjourned and will reconvene for next meeting on 12/8/2021

Boards and Commissions

The Electoral Board is meeting to discuss items related to the upcoming Tuesday, November 2 election. The agenda is brief and contains no specific action items, only a general discussion of election-related matters.

• Discussion of November 2 election items

Boards and Commissions

The commission approved the September 23, 2021 meeting minutes as written. Staff provided updates on multiple projects, including the Ridgeview Park baseball dugout replacement, War Memorial Pool repairs, and greenway phases. No formal votes were taken on these updates; the only decision was the minutes approval.

• Approved September 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone certain parcels from H-B (Highway Business) to L-B (Local Business). They will also consider adopting an ordinance to rezone 1040 Reservoir Street from RG-5 to R-MF, and introduce amendments to City Code Chapter 14 regarding animals. Several appropriation ordinances are on the agenda, including funding for CAPSAW and other grants.

• Public hearing on rezoning from H-B to L-B
• Second consideration of ordinance to rezone 1040 Reservoir Street to multi-family residential
• Introduction of ordinance amending City Code Chapter 14 (Animals)
• Appropriation of $124,589 in CARES Act funding and $277,693 from VA DSS to CAPSAW
• Appropriation of $10,000 Virginia Tourism Corporation grant and $2,000 SOCA donation

The Waynesboro City Council voted unanimously to table the rezoning of property on Reservoir Street until November 8, 2021, and to postpone consideration of the Chapter 14 'Animals' code amendment until January 2022. The council also introduced a rezoning ordinance for properties along North Avenue, New Hope Road, and Ohio Street, changing them from Highway Business to Local Business, with a public hearing held and no speakers. Several appropriation ordinances were adopted, including funding for CAPSAW and grants. The meeting included recognitions and citizen comments on various topics.

• Tabled rezoning of Reservoir Street property until Nov 8 (5-0)
• Postponed Chapter 14 Animals code amendment to Jan 2022 (5-0)
• Introduced rezoning of North Ave, New Hope Rd, Ohio St from H-B to L-B
• Adopted consent agenda including $9,099 appropriation for Victim Witness Program (5-0)
• Adopted appropriation ordinances for CAPSAW funding, tourism grant, and SOCA donation (5-0)
• Approved street closures for Nov 13 and Dec 4 events

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to rezone 1040 Reservoir Street from General Residential to Multi-Family Residential. The meeting also includes votes on various appropriation ordinances, appointments to regional boards, and a resolution supporting a state grant application.

• Rezoning request for 1040 Reservoir Street from RG-5 to R-MF
• $80,000 transfer to the School Board Operating Fund
• Resolution of support for Virginia Economic Development Partnership Business Ready Sites Program grant
• $23,600 Safe Routes to School Grant revenue appropriation
• Appointment of Todd Wood to the Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Board

The City Council adopted a resolution supporting a Virginia Economic Development Partnership Business Ready Sites Program grant application for up to $5.39 million to fund water and wastewater infrastructure at the Nature's Crossing Technology and Industrial Park. The vote was 3-1, with Councilmember Short voting no. The council also introduced an ordinance to appropriate $9,099 for the Victim Witness Program, to be considered again on October 25, and adopted several other appropriation ordinances.

• Adopted resolution supporting VEDP Business Ready Sites grant application for Nature's Crossing (3-1)
• Introduced ordinance appropriating $9,099 to Victim Witness Program (first reading)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating $23,600 Safe Routes to Schools grant for part-time coordinator (3-1, Short abstained)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating $1,281 for Parks and Recreation building maintenance (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating $3,000 rent revenue from 110 North Wayne Ave (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating $1,176 for police external and thumb drives (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating $410 for Water Fund operating supplies (4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including $80,000 to School Board Operating Fund and appointments (4-0)

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is holding a regular business meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, including call to order, pledge, agenda adoption, matters from the mayor and council, consent agenda adoption, correspondence, citizen comment, and adjournment. No specific substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Consent agenda adoption
• Citizen comment period

Planning Commission

The Waynesboro Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two city-initiated rezoning requests. The first would rezone parcels on the east side of N. Poplar Avenue along North Avenue, Ohio Street, and New Hope Road from H-B (Highway Business) to L-B (Local Business) to allow existing single-family homes to remain. The second would rezone parcels from RS-5 (Traditional Residential) to RG-5 (General Residential) in an area near 11th Street. The commission will also review and approve the minutes from the August 17, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on rezoning parcels from H-B to L-B along N. Poplar Avenue, North Avenue, Ohio Street, and New Hope Road
• Public hearing on rezoning parcels from RS-5 to RG-5 near 11th Street, Pine, Maple, Walnut, and Chestnut Avenues
• Review and approval of minutes from August 17, 2021 meeting
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Waynesboro Planning Commission held a regular meeting on September 21, 2021, and voted 5-0 to recommend two rezoning requests to City Council: parcels from H-B (Highway Business) to L-B (Local Business), and parcels from RS-5 (Traditional Residential) to RG-5 (General Residential). No public comments were received on either request. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 17, 2021 meeting. The October 19, 2021 regular business meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

• Approved the agenda for the September 21, 2021 meeting by unanimous vote
• Approved the minutes of the August 17, 2021 meeting by unanimous vote
• Recommended rezoning of listed parcels from H-B (Highway Business) to L-B (Local Business) to City Council by 5-0 vote
• Recommended rezoning of listed parcels from RS-5 (Traditional Residential) to RG-5 (General Residential) to City Council by 5-0 vote
• Cancelled the October 19, 2021 regular business meeting due to lack of agenda items
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:29 P.M. by unanimous vote

Boards and Commissions

This is a meeting notice for the Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center owners meeting. The agenda contains only procedural details such as the date, time, and location, with no specific items for discussion or decision listed.

• Meeting date: September 15, 2021 at 2:30 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, Yancey Municipal Building, 503 W. Main Street, Waynesboro, VA

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Electoral Board is meeting to discuss topics related to early voting and the November general election. The meeting is open to the public and press, but due to space limits, attendance requires prior contact with the registrar.

• Discussion of early voting and November general election topics
• Meeting at Registrar/Electoral Board Offices, 250 S. Wayne Avenue, Suite 205

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 1040 Reservoir Street from RG-5 (General Residential) to R-MF (Multi-Family Residential). The council will also consider resolutions for a VDOT grant for the South River Greenway Phase IV and setting the 2021 Personal Property Tax Relief rate, along with several appropriation ordinances for school and general fund items.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1040 Reservoir Street to R-MF
• Resolution supporting VDOT grant application for South River Greenway Phase IV ($550,000 grant, $110,000 match)
• Resolution establishing 2021 Personal Property Tax Relief rate
• Appropriation of $80,000 to School Board for capital expenses at Wayne Hills Center and Kate Collins Middle School
• Multiple school fund appropriations including $30,440 CARES/GEER, $16,681 Title III, and $9,000 Fuel Up to Play 60

City Council introduced an ordinance to rezone 1040 Reservoir Street from RG-5 (General Residential) to R-MF (Multi-Family Residential), allowing the applicant to demolish the existing home and build up to 15 townhouse units. The Planning Commission had recommended approval 4-3, while staff did not recommend approval due to density exceeding the Comprehensive Plan. The ordinance will receive second consideration at the September 27, 2021 meeting. Council also adopted a resolution supporting a $550,000 VDOT grant application for South River Greenway Phase IV, with a $110,000 city match, and set the 2021 Personal Property Tax Relief Act rate at 39.5%.

• Introduced rezoning ordinance for 1040 Reservoir Street to R-MF (first reading, 5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting $550,000 VDOT TAP grant for South River Greenway Phase IV (4-0, Short abstained)
• Adopted resolution setting 2021 PPTRA relief rate at 39.5% (5-0)
• Introduced $80,000 fund balance appropriation to School Board for capital expenses (first reading)
• Introduced $4,831 appropriation from Circuit Court Document Copy reserve to General Fund (first reading)
• Adopted 11 appropriation ordinances for school and general fund grants, totaling $64,817 (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including August 23 minutes and asset forfeiture budget ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted business meeting agenda (5-0)

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Economic Development Authority is meeting to handle routine business including minutes, finances, and committee reports. The main action item is updating 2018 construction cost estimates for water and sewer infrastructure at the Natures Crossing Technology Center, with an action needed on grant opportunities. The board will also receive updates on downtown redevelopment, tourism, and industrial properties.

• Action needed: updating 2018 construction costs for water and sewer infrastructure for Natures Crossing Technology Center
• Financial report and committee reports
• Monthly updates on downtown redevelopment, tourism, and industrial properties
• Next meeting scheduled for October 8, 2021

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2022 budget appropriation ordinance and two rezoning ordinances for properties at 1504 13th Street and 901 Fairfax Avenue. The body will also consider using $60,000 in state asset forfeiture funds to purchase a police vehicle and appoint members to the Cultural and Parks and Recreation Commissions.

• Adoption of the Appropriation Ordinance for the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget
• Rezone ordinance for 1504 13th Street
• Rezone ordinance for 901 Fairfax Avenue
• Ordinance appropriating $60,000 in state asset forfeiture funds for a police vehicle
• Appointment of candidates to the Cultural Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission

The City Council did not vote on the proposed animal code amendment; instead, it heard public comments and will consider the ordinance at the September 27 meeting. The council adopted the consent agenda, including two rezoning ordinances and the FY2022 budget appropriation, and approved two board appointments. It also introduced an ordinance to transfer forfeited asset funds for a police vehicle, to be considered September 13.

• Adopted consent agenda including rezoning at 1504 1st Street and 901 Fairfax Avenue, and FY2022 budget appropriation (4-0)
• Approved Jabriel Tyler to Cultural Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission, four-year terms ending August 31, 2025 (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance to transfer Forfeited Asset Sharing Program funds to General Fund for police detective vehicle
• Deferred action on animal code amendment to September 27 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted 4-3 to recommend that City Council rezone 1040 Reservoir Street from RG-5 (General Residential) to R-MF (Multi-Family Residential), with proffers limiting the development to 15 townhome units. The commission also voted 7-0 to initiate rezoning of certain parcels on N. Poplar Avenue to allow existing single-family residences. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or procedural.

• Recommended rezoning 1040 Reservoir St from RG-5 to R-MF with proffers (4-3)
• Initiated rezoning of parcels on N. Poplar Ave to L-B (7-0)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 20, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Historical Commission will meet to discuss new commissioners and the War Memorial Pool storyboard. The commission will also hold a general discussion regarding goals and activities for 2021-2022.

• Appointment of new Commissioners
• War Memorial Pool Storyboard
• Discussion of 2021-2022 goals and activities

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Electoral Board will hold a meeting on Wednesday, August 11, 2021. The specific agenda items for this meeting have not yet been provided.

The Waynesboro Electoral Board met and approved the prior meeting minutes. They confirmed Election Officer Training for October 19 at the Waynesboro Best Western, decided not to bring the voting machine to training, and set one poll pad per ward. Early voting begins September 17, with the machine programmed a few days prior. The board also discussed chief assignments, moving an assistant chief to chief in Ward A and shifting staff for better coverage.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed Election Officer Training Oct 19, 9-11 AM at Waynesboro Best Western
• Decided voting machine will not be brought to training
• Set one poll pad per ward
• Moved assistant chief from Ward C to chief in Ward A
• Set early voting start for September 17

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the CDBG Annual Action Plan and two rezoning requests. The council will also consider an ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2022 budget.

• Public hearing for Waynesboro Community Development Block Grant FY2021 Annual Action Plan
• Rezoning of 1504 13th Street from RS-7 to R-MX
• Rezoning of 901 Fairfax Avenue from L-I to RG-5
• Second consideration of rezoning 1017 New Hope Road from Highway Business to Local Business
• Ordinance to appropriate funds and amend the Fiscal Year 2022 budget

The Waynesboro City Council adopted the FY2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan, authorizing the City Manager to submit it to HUD. The plan allocates $192,838 in standard CDBG funds and $117,476 in CDBG-CV (CARES Act) funds for projects including housing, infrastructure, and community improvements. The Council also gave final approval to rezone 1017 New Hope Road from Highway Business to Local Business, and introduced ordinances to rezone two other properties for residential use.

• Adopted FY2021 CDBG Annual Action Plan, authorizing submission to HUD (5-0)
• Approved final rezoning of 1017 New Hope Road from Highway Business to Local Business (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to rezone 1504 13th Street from RS-7 to R-MX for a duplex (first reading)
• Introduced ordinance to rezone 901 Fairfax Avenue from L-1 to RG-5 for affordable housing (first reading)
• Introduced FY2022 budget amendment ordinance for one-time expenditures (first reading)
• Approved appointments/reappointments to Cultural Commission, Planning Commission, and other boards (5-0)
• Adopted minutes of July 27, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Electoral Board is meeting to discuss a closed-session evaluation of the Director of Elections and a Voting Machine Security Plan. The agenda is limited to these two items, with no public action items listed.

• Closed session: Director of Elections Evaluation
• Voting Machine Security Plan

The Waynesboro City Electoral Board voted unanimously to not hold Sunday voting this year. The board also conducted the annual Director of Elections evaluation and approved security plans for voting equipment during a closed session, as permitted by Virginia law.

• Sunday voting will not take place in Waynesboro this year (unanimous)
• Convened closed session to discuss Director of Elections evaluation and security plans (unanimous)
• Certified closed session complied with Virginia Freedom of Information Act (unanimous)
• Annual Director of Elections evaluation presented to the Director

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold its regular business meeting, primarily acting on a consent agenda that includes approving prior meeting minutes, a rezoning ordinance for 1017 New Hope Road, a resolution for a stormwater grant application, and a resolution regarding an opioid settlement fund allocation MOU. The meeting also includes citizen comment and routine procedural items.

• Second consideration/adoption of ordinance to rezone 1017 New Hope Road (Red Brick House)
• Resolution to adopt Hopeman Station Stormwater Pond SLAF grant application
• Resolution to adopt Opioid Abatement and Settlement Fund Allocation MOU
• Approval of July 12, 2021 regular meeting and July 14, 2021 work session minutes

The Waynesboro City Council adopted a resolution supporting a $525,000 Stormwater Local Assistance Fund grant application for the Hopeman Station Stormwater Pond, with the city providing matching funds. It also approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter a Memorandum of Understanding with the Commonwealth of Virginia regarding allocation of opioid settlement funds. Both resolutions passed 3-0, with Mayor Henderson and Council member Hostetter absent. The council tabled a rezoning ordinance for 1017 New Hope Road and adopted the amended consent agenda.

• Adopted resolution R21-16 supporting $525,000 SLAF grant for Hopeman Station Stormwater Pond (3-0)
• Adopted resolution R21-17 approving MOU with Commonwealth of Virginia on opioid settlement funds (3-0)
• Tabled rezoning ordinance for 1017 New Hope Road (Red Brick House)
• Adopted amended consent agenda including July 12 and July 14 meeting minutes (3-0)

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Parks and Recreation Commission met to review departmental reports and discuss ongoing projects, including park improvements, trail development, and event planning. Members also raised concerns about safety issues near the Appalachian Trail area and discussed the status of the Rosenwald Community Center reopening.

• Contract mowing for medians to go out to bid for FY22; Jordan's Lawncare had previous contract
• South River Preserve seeking additional $200,000; construction hoped for Spring 2022
• Sunset Park received $12,000 Virginia Outdoor Foundation grant for bike trail design
• Greenway Phase 2B (Shiloh Church to North Park) awaiting VDOT authorization to bid
• North Park basketball court being repaved after improper installation caused water pooling

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Historical Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting on July 20, 2021, at the Waynesboro Public Library. The agenda contains only procedural details about meeting logistics, entry/exit routes, and COVID-19 mask guidelines; no substantive business items are listed.

• Meeting at Waynesboro Public Library, entry via 14th Street main doors
• Exit via downstairs rear doors
• Masks required for unvaccinated individuals per CDC guidelines

Planning Commission

The Waynesboro Planning Commission is meeting to hold public hearings on four requests: three rezonings (901 Fairfax Avenue, 1040 Reservoir Street, and 1504 13th Street) and a Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish a contributing structure in the Downtown Historic District. The commission will also receive an update on CDBG Entitlement projects. Staff recommends approval for the Fairfax Avenue rezoning but does not recommend approval for the Reservoir Street rezoning.

• Public hearing: Rezone 901 Fairfax Avenue (Tax Map 26-2-59-1, 26-1-4 lots 4-6) from L-I Light Industrial to RG-5 General Residential; staff recommends approval.
• Public hearing: Rezone 1040 Reservoir Street (Tax Map 47-1-215-5) from RG-5 to R-MF Multifamily Residential; staff does not recommend approval.
• Public hearing: Rezone 1504 13th Street (Tax Map 44-4-23-1) from RS-7 to R-MX Mixed Residential.
• Public hearing: Wayne Theatre Alliance, Inc. requests Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish a contributing structure at 531 W. Main Street in the Downtown Historic District.
• Update on CDBG Entitlement projects.

The Waynesboro Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend rezoning 901 Fairfax Avenue from Light Industrial to General Residential, and 1504 13th Street from Single-Family Residential to Mixed Residential, both to City Council. It also voted 5-0 to table a rezoning request for 1040 Reservoir Street until August 17, 2021, and granted a certificate of appropriateness to demolish the rear portion of 531 W. Main Street.

• Recommended rezoning of 901 Fairfax Avenue from L-I to RG-5 (5-0).
• Recommended rezoning of 1504 13th Street from RS-7 to R-MX (5-0).
• Tabled rezoning of 1040 Reservoir Street from RG-5 to R-MF until August 17, 2021 (5-0).
• Granted certificate of appropriateness for demolition of rear portion of 531 W. Main Street (5-0).
• Approved agenda and minutes of June 22, 2021 meeting (all in favor).

Boards and Commissions

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Planning Commission

The Waynesboro Planning Commission is meeting to consider four rezoning and demolition requests, including a proposed rezoning of 901 Fairfax Avenue from light industrial to residential, a multifamily rezoning at 1040 Reservoir Street, a mixed residential rezoning at 1504 13th Street, and a certificate of appropriateness to demolish a historic structure at 531 W. Main Street. The commission will also receive an update on CDBG Entitlement projects.

• Public hearing: Rezone 901 Fairfax Avenue from L-I Light Industrial to RG-5 General Residential (Vector Industries Foundation Inc.)
• Public hearing: Rezone 1040 Reservoir Street from RG-5 to R-MF Multifamily Residential (Jacob Turner)
• Public hearing: Rezone 1504 13th Street from RS-7 to R-MX Mixed Residential (Magnolia Crossing LLC)
• Public hearing: Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish contributing structure at 531 W. Main Street (Wayne Theatre Alliance Inc.)
• Update on CDBG Entitlement projects

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold a work session to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act. The council will also enter a closed meeting with legal counsel to consult on matters regarding collective bargaining.

• American Rescue Plan Act discussion
• Closed meeting regarding collective bargaining legal advice

The City Council received an update on the American Recovery Program Act (ARPA) funds, noting the city will receive a little more than $9 million, with half received and the balance due next year. Staff recommended spending the funds on one-time durable expenditures and will return to Council to discuss a process and specific expenditures. No formal action was taken on the funds. The Council also held a closed meeting to discuss collective bargaining with legal counsel and adopted a certification resolution (R21-14) confirming the closed meeting complied with Virginia law.

• Adopted certification resolution R21-14 confirming closed meeting compliance (4-0)
• Heard ARPA update; no action taken on fund appropriation
• Discussed potential citizen committee for ARPA input; no formal decision
• Held closed meeting on collective bargaining (4-0 vote to convene)

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is holding its organizational meeting to make appointments to city positions and commissions, including City Manager, City Assessor, Clerk of Council, and City Attorney, as well as setting the FY2021-2022 meeting calendar. The agenda is primarily administrative, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Charter appointments: City Manager, City Assessor, Clerk of Council, City Attorney
• Acting Clerk of Council appointment
• Finance Committee appointments
• Planning Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission council representatives
• Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Council Meeting Calendar

The Waynesboro City Council held its organizational meeting and unanimously reappointed Michael G. Hamp II as City Manager, Mary Garris as City Assessor, and Julia Bortle as Clerk of the Council, each for a one-year term ending June 30, 2022. The council also appointed Hamp as Acting Clerk in Bortle's absence, reappointed council representatives to the Planning and Parks and Recreation Commissions, and adopted the fiscal year 2021-2022 meeting calendar. No substantive policy decisions were made; all actions were procedural and passed 5-0.

• Reappointed Michael G. Hamp II as City Manager for one year (5-0)
• Reappointed Mary Garris as City Assessor for one year (5-0)
• Reappointed Julia Bortle as Clerk of Council for one year (5-0)
• Appointed City Manager Hamp as Acting Clerk in Clerk's absence (5-0)
• Reappointed Mayor Henderson to Planning Commission for one year (5-0)
• Reappointed Council member Hostetter to Parks and Recreation Commission for one year (5-0)
• Adopted fiscal year 2021-2022 council meeting calendar (5-0)

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold three public hearings: one to consider rezoning 1017 New Hope Road from Highway Business to Local Business, another to consider closing and vacating a portion of Genicom Drive, and a third to gather input on housing and community development needs for the Community Development Block Grant. The council will also consider approving a retirement benefits policy amendment, a resolution regarding the sheriff's retirement, and an appropriation ordinance for state election funds.

• Rezone 1017 New Hope Road from Highway Business to Local Business (tax map no. 45-2-9B)
• Close and vacate a 40-foot strip of Genicom Drive, reducing right-of-way from 100 to 60 feet
• Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) eligible activities
• Approve revisions to Retirement Benefits Eligibility Policy to comply with IRS Code
• Adopt resolution affirming no writ of election to replace City Sheriff upon retirement

The City Council unanimously reappointed the City Manager, City Assessor, and Clerk of Council to one-year terms, and adopted the fiscal year 2021-2022 meeting calendar. It also approved a retirement benefits policy amendment, a resolution regarding the Sheriff's retirement, and an ordinance appropriating state funds for election officials. Two rezoning and street vacation ordinances were introduced for final consideration at the next meeting.

• Reappointed City Manager Michael Hamp, City Assessor Mary Garris, and Clerk Julia Bortle to one-year terms (5-0)
• Adopted FY2021-2022 Council meeting calendar (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Retirement Benefits Eligibility Policy (5-0)
• Adopted resolution affirming no writ of election for Sheriff's retirement (5-0)
• Introduced and adopted ordinance appropriating state funds for Registrar and Electoral Board compensation (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to rezone 1017 New Hope Road from Highway Business to Local Business (first reading)
• Introduced ordinance to close and vacate a 40-foot strip of Genicom Drive (first reading)
• Held public hearing on CDBG funds; no action required

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is holding a business meeting to consider consent agenda items including budget fund transfers for capital improvements, debt, schools, and water/sewer rate studies, plus a fire code amendment. They will also receive reports on the third quarter finances, a regional hazard mitigation plan, and a tourism zone code change related to minimum wage, and consider a $1,000 donation for parks and recreation.

• Approve minutes from June 14, 2021 meeting
• Adopt fire prevention code amendment (Chapter 34)
• Transfer $1,164,585 and $753,838 to Capital Improvements Fund for FY2022
• Transfer $502,084 to School Operating Fund and $4,889 to School Board
• Transfer $253,000 to Debt Fund for FY2022 debt retirement

The Waynesboro City Council adopted the updated Central Shenandoah Hazard Mitigation Plan 2020, a five-year update required for FEMA and other grants. The council also introduced an ordinance amending the Tourism Zone certification procedure to align with state code and change the application recipient. A $1,000 donation to Parks and Recreation for agricultural supplies was appropriated, and Dan Sullivan was reappointed to the Valley Community Services Board. All votes were 4-0 with Vice Mayor Williams absent.

• Adopted Central Shenandoah Hazard Mitigation Plan 2020 (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending Tourism Zone certification procedure (4-0)
• Adopted $1,000 appropriation for Parks and Recreation agricultural supplies (4-0)
• Reappointed Dan Sullivan to Valley Community Services Board (4-0)

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to review the May minutes and receive departmental reports. Key topics include the new contracted pool management with VA Gators, ongoing staffing shortages, and updates on park projects like the South River Preserve and greenway phases.

• Pool management contracted to VA Gators, Inc., saving ~$70,000 in lifeguard wages; VG receives $5,000 for swim instruction
• Two staff positions unfunded in FY22: Athletic/Aquatic Coordinator and Horticulture Assistant
• Touchless water bottle fillers installed in parks using CARES funding, costing $40,000+
• North Park basketball court to be redone at contractor's expense due to installation defect
• Greenway Phase 4 (North Park to Basic) received $400,000 for engineering right-of-way

Planning Commission

The Waynesboro Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone a 0.171-acre parcel at 1017 New Hope Road from Highway Business to Local Business, which would allow the historic 'Little Red Brick House' to be restored as a single-family residence. The commission will also receive updates on Brownfields steering committee selection and CDBG Entitlement projects.

• Public hearing on rezoning 1017 New Hope Road (tax map #45-2-9B) from H-B to L-B district
• Applicant Mark Holmes seeks to restore 1866 brick house as single-family home
• Update on Brownfields and Steering Committee volunteer selection
• Update on CDBG Entitlement projects
• Approval of minutes from May 28, 2021 meeting

The commission voted 6-0 to recommend rezoning a 0.171-acre parcel at 1017 New Hope Road from Highway Business to Local Business, allowing the owner to preserve and open the historic building to the public. The commission also heard public comments about east side conditions, including sidewalks and parks, and received updates on Brownfields and CDBG projects. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended rezoning 1017 New Hope Road from H-B to L-B (6-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 28, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Historical Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on June 15, 2021, at the Waynesboro Heritage Museum. The agenda includes updates on the Red Brick House, a zoning request regarding demolition of 1040 Reservoir Street, and the Library History Room. The meeting is in-person with masks required.

• Update on the Red Brick House
• Zoning request about demolition of 1040 Reservoir Street
• Library History Room discussion

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council adopted multiple appropriation ordinances for the FY2021 budget, including transfers for capital improvements, school funds, and debt retirement. They also proclaimed June 19, 2021 as Juneteenth in the city, and appointed viewers for a right-of-way vacation request by Neuman Aluminum. The council introduced an ordinance amending the fire prevention code, to be considered at the next meeting.

• Adopted amended business meeting agenda, replacing Chinese Organ Harvesting resolution with Juneteenth proclamation and replacing a reappointment with viewer appointments for Genicom Drive vacation.
• Adopted minutes from May 24, 2021 regular meeting as presented.
• Proclaimed June 19, 2021 as Juneteenth in Waynesboro, presented to community members.
• Introduced ordinance amending Chapter 34 (Fire Prevention and Protection) for consideration on June 28.
• Adopted appropriation ordinances for FY2021 budget amendments, including $1,164,585 for capital improvements, $753,838 for capital program, $502,084 for schools, $253,000 for debt, $119,000 for water fund, $10,000 for sewer fund, and $4,889 for school board.
• Adopted additional appropriation ordinances for CARES Act funding, bond interest, grants, and donations.
• Appointed viewers for the Genicom Drive right-of-way vacation request.
• Appointed Alisande Tombarge to SAW MPO Technical Advisory Committee and BRITE Transit Advisory Committee.

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Economic Development Authority will meet via Zoom to approve minutes and financial reports, receive committee reports, and discuss office and Technology Incubator Center (TIC) reopening plans. They will also set the FY22 meeting schedule and hear updates on downtown redevelopment, tourism, and industrial properties, plus marketing survey results. The agenda includes a possible closed meeting.

• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2021 meeting
• Financial report for April and May, including façade grant reimbursements
• FY22 meeting schedule (July 2021 - June 2022)
• Office and TIC reopening plans
• Consider holding a closed meeting

Boards and Commissions

The Electoral Board certified the June 8 Democratic Primary, verifying ballots across all wards and the CAP. The board approved the final counts, with Terry McAuliffe winning the gubernatorial race, Sam Rasoul leading for lieutenant governor, and Mark Herring winning attorney general. The board also noted minor issues, such as unsigned seals and incomplete reports, and hand-counted 9 additional absentee ballots on June 11.

• Certified the June 8 Democratic Primary results (unanimous)
• Approved final vote counts: Governor McAuliffe 508, Lt. Governor Rasoul 401, Attorney General Herring 534
• Hand-counted 9 absentee ballots received on June 11
• Counted 2 dropbox ballots from Ward D
• Noted training issues with bag sealing in Ward C
• Resolved poll pad syncing issue in Ward D on-site
• Entered final results into state site Veris
• Signed and sealed 9 copies of the certification

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss departmental updates, including the upcoming pool opening, park maintenance, and various projects. The agenda includes a director's report, maintenance updates, and plans for events and programs. This is a regular business meeting with no public hearings or major decisions scheduled.

• War Memorial pool opening Memorial Day weekend (5/29)
• Sunset Park project restart with construction-ready plans expected by July 1
• South River Greenway Phase 2B going out to bid later this year
• South River designated as Scenic River effective July 1, 2021
• Groovin' on the Greenway concert series starting May 20

The Parks & Recreation Commission met and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Staff reported that the FY22 budget was mostly approved, but two positions (Athletic/Aquatic Coordinator and Horticulture Assistant) were not funded. The pool will be managed by VA Gators, Inc. for the summer, saving the City about $70,000 in lifeguard wages. Various project updates were provided, including a new basketball court at North Park that must be redone at the contractor's expense.

• Approved minutes from February 27, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Contracted pool management to VA Gators, Inc. for summer season (reported)
• Noted FY22 budget approved without funding for Athletic/Aquatic Coordinator and Horticulture Assistant (reported)
• Added touchless water bottle fillers in parks using CARES funding (reported)
• Raised part-time hourly rate to $11.25 (reported)
• North Park basketball court to be redone at contractor's expense (reported)

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is meeting to consider adopting the calendar year 2021 tax rate ordinance and the Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Operating Budget. The council will also consider a $184,600 grant for E911 upgrades and an appointment to the Economic Development Authority Board. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a citizen comment period.

• Second consideration/adoption of ordinance imposing 2021 taxes at $.90 per $100 of assessed value
• Adoption of ordinance approving FY2022 Annual Operating Budget (ending June 30, 2022)
• Ordinance amending FY2021 budget by $184,600 for VITA E911 upgrades grant
• Appointment to Economic Development Authority Board for unexpired term ending August 31, 2021
• Approval of minutes from May 10, 2021 Regular Business Meeting

The City Council adopted the 2021 tax ordinance setting the property tax rate at $0.90 per $100 of assessed value, with a 3-2 vote. The council also approved the FY2022 budget (4-1) and accepted a $184,600 state grant for E911 upgrades (5-0). An appointment to the Economic Development Authority Board was postponed to a future meeting.

• Adopted 2021 tax ordinance at $0.90 per $100 assessed value (3-2)
• Approved FY2022 budget ordinance (4-1)
• Adopted ordinance amending FY2021 budget for $184,600 E911 grant (5-0)
• Postponed Economic Development Authority Board appointment to future meeting

Boards and Commissions

The Regional Youth Commission is meeting to approve minutes from January, hear updates from the Office on Youth, and discuss summer enrichment programming and commission membership. The agenda is largely procedural with updates and discussion items, and no votes on specific ordinances or contracts are listed.

• Approval of January meeting minutes (March meeting lacked quorum)
• Office on Youth updates by Sabrina Burress, Executive Director of ARROW Project
• Discussion of Summer Enrichment programming
• Discussion of Commission Membership

Boards and Commissions

The Community Action Partnership of Staunton, Augusta, and Waynesboro (CAPSAW) board will review and possibly vote on the FY 22 Community Support and COVID Response grant applications, a budget amendment from Valley Mission, and a nomination renewal. They will also review the FY 21 budget dashboard and community needs assessment results. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel matters.

• Valley Mission requests $2,500 budget amendment moving funds from utilities to personnel
• FY 22 Community Support Grant application draft with updated focus areas
• FY 22 COVID Response Grant application draft with added budget form
• Andrew Parr's board term renewal (second and final term expires June 30, 2023)
• FY 21 budget at 68.4% spent, projected carryover near $200,000

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Oceanside Properties II, LLC to demolish a contributing structure in the Tree Streets Historic District. The commission will also receive updates on SMART Scale applications and discuss street widths and signage.

• Public hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish a garage at 63 6 Chestnut Avenue
• Update on SMART Scale applications and CDBG Entitlement projects
• Discussion regarding street widths and signage

The Planning Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for Oceanside Properties II, LLC to demolish a contributing garage structure in a historic district at 636 Chestnut Avenue. The vote was 7-0. The commission also received updates on SMART Scale funding approvals and discussed street width complaints in the Claybrook subdivision.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness to demolish garage at 636 Chestnut Ave (7-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Economic Development Authority will hear a presentation from Old Dominion Hemp, a hemp bedding company, and consider approving meeting minutes and financial reports. The board will also receive committee reports, including nominations for FY 22 officers, and updates on downtown redevelopment, tourism, and industrial properties.

• Presentation by Old Dominion Hemp on hemp bedding products
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2021 meeting
• Financial report: April and May dashboards, including payments pending approval (e.g., $5,000 to Forme Properties, $1,085.55 to Revive Beauty Bar)
• Committee reports: audit, nominating (FY 22 officers, filling unexpired term)
• Monthly updates: Downtown Redevelopment, Tourism, Industrial Properties

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will consider adopting the FY2022 annual operating budget, an ordinance setting the property tax rate at $0.83 per $100 of assessed value, and an ordinance increasing sewer, refuse, and stormwater utility rates. The council will also vote on a rezoning for 1115 Ivy Street, approve minutes from prior meetings, and consider proclamations for Police Week, EMS Week, and Public Works Week.

• Adopt FY2022 budget ordinance
• Set property tax rate at $0.83 per $100 assessed value
• Increase sewer, refuse, and stormwater utility rates
• Rezone 1115 Ivy Street
• Proclamations for Police Week, EMS Week, Public Works Week

The Waynesboro City Council adopted an ordinance increasing sewer, refuse, and stormwater rates on a 4-1 vote, with Vice Mayor Williams dissenting. The council also voted 5-0 to defer the fiscal year 2022 budget and the real estate tax rate decision to the May 24 meeting, after a proposed $.83 tax rate failed 3-2 and a $.90 rate was introduced for future consideration. Several proclamations were made, and the consent agenda was approved.

• Adopted utility rate increases for sewer, refuse, and stormwater (4-1)
• Deferred FY2022 budget consideration to May 24 meeting (5-0)
• Failed to adopt $.83 real estate tax rate (3-2 against)
• Introduced $.90 real estate tax rate ordinance for May 24 vote
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and rezoning of 1115 Ivy Street (5-0)
• Adopted amended business meeting agenda, removing EDA appointment (5-0)
• Proclaimed Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day
• Proclaimed National EMS Week and National Public Works Week

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold public hearings and consider introducing ordinances for the FY2022 budget, tax rates for 2021, and increases to sewer, stormwater, and refuse charges. They will also receive the final presentation of the City Manager's recommended budget and consider a rezoning request for 1115 Ivy Street. The consent agenda includes adoption of minutes and several ordinances, including a $300,000 Brownfields grant.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 1115 Ivy Street from H-B Highway Business to L-B Local Business
• Public hearing and ordinance for FY2022 budget
• Public hearing and ordinance for 2021 tax rates
• Public hearing and ordinance to increase sewer, stormwater, and refuse rates
• Consent agenda includes $300,000 Brownfields grant and $20,717 tourism advertising expenditure

The City Council introduced several ordinances for final consideration at the May 10 meeting, including a rezoning of 1115 Ivy Street from H-B to L-B, a tax rate ordinance amended to $.83 per $100 (down from $.90), and the FY2022 budget ordinance. The council also introduced ordinances to increase sewer, refuse, and stormwater rates. Appointments to the Shenandoah Valley Workforce Development Board were approved 5-0.

• Adopted the business meeting agenda 5-0
• Adopted the consent agenda 5-0, including minutes and ordinances for rezoning, cemetery fence repair, tourism advertising, and Brownfields grant
• Introduced ordinance to rezone 1115 Ivy Street from H-B to L-B (final consideration May 10)
• Introduced amended tax rate ordinance at $.83 per $100 (final consideration May 10)
• Introduced ordinance to increase sewer, refuse, and stormwater rates (final consideration May 10)
• Introduced FY2022 budget ordinance (final consideration May 10)
• Appointed Carolyn Clark, Michael Crider, and Walter Carter to the Shenandoah Valley Workforce Development Board 5-0
• Adjourned at 8:42 p.m. 5-0

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget work session to discuss the upcoming budget. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom and streamed on the city's YouTube channel.

The City Council held a budget work session to review project funding, debt service, and potential federal revenue. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the session was informational, with discussion of a possible $.83 tax rate and use of American Rescue Plan funds. Next steps include public hearings on April 26 and budget adoption on May 10.

• No formal decisions made during the work session
• Reviewed project funding and debt service for pending projects
• Discussed potential $.83 tax rate and use of ARP funds for reserves

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Electoral Board is meeting to discuss election official assignments for the June election, scheduled training in May, and general election preparations. The agenda is procedural and contains no votes or public hearings.

• Election official assignment for June
• Training scheduled for May
• Election preparations

The Waynesboro Electoral Board met and discussed election-related legislation, including new laws affecting ward residency requirements and moving local elections to November. The board decided to add audit updates to each meeting agenda until an update is available, and confirmed that a member will be present for voting machine programming on April 16. No formal votes were taken; actions were procedural and preparatory.

• Added audit update to each meeting agenda until further notice
• Confirmed Frank Lucente will attend voting machine programming on April 16 at 1 PM
• Confirmed Basic United Methodist Church as a polling location
• Planned to request 4 partitions per polling place (16 total) from the city
• Scheduled next meeting for May 12 at 9:00 AM

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2021 reassessment tax rate and multiple zoning changes. The meeting also includes presentations on the School Board's 2022 budget and the Blue Ridge Community College annual report.

• Public hearing for property tax rate increase based on assessed values
• Rezoning request for 1115 Ivy Street from H-B Highway Business to L-B Local Business
• Second consideration of rezoning for 312 and 316 Walnut Avenue and 325 Chestnut Avenue
• $300,000 EPA Brownfields Grant appropriation for Downtown Revitalization Assessment
• $20,717 Virginia Tourism Corporation Grants appropriation for advertising expenditures

The Waynesboro City Council adopted an ordinance rezoning 312 and 316 Walnut Avenue and 325 Chestnut Avenue from RS-5 Traditional Residential to RG-5 General Residential, with a 3-1 vote. The council also introduced several ordinances for future votes, including a cemetery fence repair appropriation, tourism advertising grants, and a Brownfields grant. A public hearing on the 2021 real estate tax rate was held, but no action was taken.

• Adopted rezoning of 312, 316 Walnut Avenue and 325 Chestnut Avenue to RG-5 (3-1)
• Adopted consent agenda including March minutes and zoning code amendment (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance for cemetery fence repair appropriation of $2,927
• Introduced ordinance for tourism advertising grants of $20,717
• Introduced ordinance for Brownfields grant of $300,000
• Re-advertised public hearing for 1115 Ivy Street rezoning due to meeting format change

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is holding a budget work session to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan and Enterprise Funds. Citizen comments are also on the agenda. This is a working session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Capital Improvement Plan discussion
• Enterprise Funds discussion
• Citizen comments

The City Council held a budget work session focused on the FY2021 Capital Investment Program and Enterprise Funds. Councilmember Short proposed incurring $4 million in debt to fund the Fire Station and Sunset Park projects, using a $944,000 reserve for four years of debt payments, but Councilmember Allen and Vice Mayor Williams opposed the debt due to unknown future costs. No formal decisions were made; the council agreed to hold another budget work session on April 19, 2021, and public hearings are scheduled for April 26, 2021.

• Discussed incurring $4 million debt for Fire Station and Sunset Park projects; no vote taken.
• Reviewed proposed Enterprise Fund rates: no water increase, 3.0% sewer increase, stormwater fee to $4.56/ERU, $1.50/month refuse increase.
• Agreed to hold a budget work session on April 19, 2021.
• Scheduled a potential budget work session for April 28, 2021 if needed.

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is holding a budget work session to review the City Manager's budget presentation. The council will also call for any necessary public hearings related to the budget. This is a working session, not a final vote.

• City Manager's Budget Presentation
• Council Call for all Necessary Public Hearings

The City Council held a budget work session to review the recommended fiscal year 2022 General Fund budget of $54.5 million, which is balanced with no increases in rates or fees. The budget includes a 3% merit increase for employees, absorbs a 10% health insurance premium increase, and sets aside $944,000 for the West End Fire Station. No formal votes were taken; the session was for discussion only, with another work session scheduled for the next day.

• Reviewed balanced FY2022 General Fund budget of $54.5 million
• No increases in rates or fees supporting the General Fund recommended
• Budget includes 3% merit increase for employees
• City to absorb anticipated 10% increase in health insurance premiums
• $944,000 reserve for West End Fire Station included in budget
• No funds for initial phases of pay and classification study
• No progress on Capital Improvement Program except some police entry-level positions

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold two public hearings: one on a zoning text amendment to bring Article 9 into compliance with state code, and another on a request to rezone properties on Walnut and Chestnut Avenues from RS-5 to RG-5. The council will also receive the Planning Commission's 2020 annual report and a briefing on the Middle River Regional Jail expansion. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss a contract for the Marketplace at 1930 Rosser Avenue.

• Public hearing on zoning text amendment to Chapter 98, Article 9 for state code compliance
• Public hearing on rezoning 312 and 316 Walnut Avenue and 325 Chestnut Avenue from RS-5 to RG-5
• Planning Commission 2020 annual report presentation
• Report on Middle River Regional Jail expansion
• Closed meeting to discuss contract for Marketplace at 1930 Rosser Avenue

The Waynesboro City Council held a regular business meeting via Zoom, adopting the consent agenda and introducing two ordinances: a zoning text amendment to align sign enforcement with state code, and a rezoning of three properties on Walnut and Chestnut Avenues from RS-5 to RG-5. Both ordinances will be considered for adoption at the April 12, 2021 meeting. The council also discussed the Middle River Regional Jail expansion, receiving public comments opposing it, but took no formal action. A closed meeting was held to discuss the Chicurel Road development, with a certification resolution adopted 5-0.

• Adopted business meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including March 8 minutes and Q2 financial report (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend Chapter 98, Article 9 (signage enforcement) for April 12 consideration
• Introduced ordinance to rezone 312 and 316 Walnut Ave and 325 Chestnut Ave from RS-5 to RG-5 for April 12 consideration
• Held closed meeting on Chicurel Road development and adopted certification resolution (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:59 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The City Council held a budget work session to review the General Fund debt, capital improvement program, and reserves. Council members discussed a proposed $.90 real estate tax rate, which would be a $.07 increase, and requested a comparison budget at the current rate. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational, with the City Manager's budget presentation scheduled for April 5, 2021.

• Reviewed $37,214,973 total General Fund debt with $3,555,453 yearly debt service
• Discussed proposed $.90 tax rate, a $.07 increase from current rate
• Requested staff prepare comparison budget at current tax rate
• Noted $1.4 million unassigned fund balance from FY2020 surplus
• Scheduled City Manager's budget presentation for April 5, 2021

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Historical Commission holds its regular monthly meeting, discussing the status of a new booklet, updates to Black History exhibits and events, and the Library Historical Room. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19 guidelines.

• New booklet status
• Update of Black History exhibits and events
• Update of Library Historical Room

Boards and Commissions

The CAPSAW Board of Directors is reviewing FY 21 budget dashboards, program outcomes, and the FY 22 agency review process. The meeting includes a recommendation to continue $11,500 in COVID funding for Valley Hope Counseling.

• Recommendation to provide $11,500 in COVID funding to Valley Hope Counseling
• Review of FY 21 budget dashboard showing nearly 50% overall budget expenditure
• Allocation of $12,500 from the Waynesboro Salvation Army fund for FY 22
• Update on the FY 22 Agency Review process to be completed by next week
• Review of existing COVID response grants including ARROW Project ($58,000) and Blue Ridge Legal ($15,000)

Planning Commission

The Waynesboro Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 1115 Ivy Street from Highway Business to Local Business, and will discuss a proposal to rezone numerous parcels to Mixed Business (MX-B). They will also receive updates on SMART Scale applications and CDBG projects. The meeting is virtual via Zoom.

• Public hearing: Rezone 1115 Ivy St from H-B to L-B (applicant Roxana Karimianpour)
• Discussion: Rezone numerous parcels from L-B, L-I, RG-5 to MX-B
• Update on SMART Scale applications and CDBG Entitlement projects
• Approval of minutes from Feb 16 and Mar 8 meetings

The Waynesboro Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend rezoning 1115 Ivy Street from Highway Business to Local Business, and also voted unanimously to recommend rezoning numerous parcels from Local Business, Light Industrial, and General Residential to Mixed Business. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended rezoning 1115 Ivy Street from H-B to L-B (7-0)
• Recommended rezoning numerous parcels from L-B, L-I, and RG-5 to MX-B (unanimous)

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Economic Development Authority is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a financial report, committee reports, and updates on downtown redevelopment, tourism (Reopen SAW), and industrial properties. No votes on specific projects or contracts are listed; the meeting is largely routine updates and discussion.

• Downtown Redevelopment update
• Tourism update: Reopen SAW
• Industrial Properties update
• Financial Report
• Consider holding a closed meeting (as needed)

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold a joint public hearing with the Planning Commission on a proposal to rezone certain parcels from Light Industrial or Local Business to Mixed Business. The council will also consider resolutions to designate the Loth Springs Natural Area as a public recreation facility and to elect a city manager. Consent agenda items include appropriations for brush grinding services and a SCADA system upgrade.

• Rezone parcels from L-I or L-B to MX-B (Mixed Business)
• Appropriation Ordinance – Brush Grinding Services ($80,000)
• Appropriation Ordinance – SCADA System Upgrade ($110,000)
• Resolution designating Arch Avenue South River Greenway Access as Public Recreation Facility
• Resolution electing a city manager

The City Council adopted a resolution (R21-07) designating the Arch Avenue South River Greenway Access properties as a public recreational facility, funded by $1.3 million from the DuPont settlement for habitat restoration and water quality improvements. The Council also adopted a resolution (R21-08) electing Michael G. Hamp II as City Manager, effective July 1, 2020. Both resolutions passed unanimously 5:0. The Council held a joint public hearing on a proposed rezoning to MX-B but took no action, awaiting the Planning Commission's recommendation.

• Adopted resolution R21-07 designating the Arch Avenue South River Greenway Access properties as a public recreational facility (5:0).
• Adopted resolution R21-08 electing Michael G. Hamp II as City Manager, effective July 1, 2020 (5:0).
• Adopted the Consent Agenda, including minutes from February 17 and February 22, 2021, and two appropriation ordinances for brush grinding services ($80,000) and SCADA system upgrade ($110,000) (5:0).
• Adopted the Business Meeting Agenda (5:0).
• Held a joint public hearing on rezoning properties to MX-B but took no action, pending Planning Commission recommendation.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:24 p.m. (5:0).

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Electoral Board is meeting to discuss compliance with 2021 Voter Registration System Security (VRSS) Minimum Security Standards (MSS) and to discuss the June 8, 2021 Democratic Primary Election. The agenda also includes other topics related to elections and Electoral Board responsibilities. Public attendance is limited due to social distancing; contact Registrar Lisa Jeffers to attend.

• Discussion of VRSS Minimum Security Standards 2021 compliance requirements
• Discussion of June 8, 2021 Democratic Primary Election
• Public attendance requires contacting Registrar Lisa Jeffers

The Electoral Board met and discussed election administration matters. The Registrar created a letter to VRSS confirming compliance with most IT security requirements, with the rest in progress per HB2178. The board discussed not retaining a few election officers, confirmed Westminster Church for June and November polling, and planned training for the June 8 Democratic primary, with dates to be confirmed. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

• Confirmed Westminster Church is cleared for June and November polling, with the city responsible for sanitization costs
• Planned June primary training for the first or third week of May, with a possible date of May 20 or 21
• Arranged use of Best Western for training via Mike Kemp, pending follow-up
• Registrar to follow up on VRSS compliance requirements and keep the board informed
• Electoral Board chair to follow up on training schedule and security requirements for new board members
• Registrar to talk to Mike about getting partitions for the upcoming election
• Registrar sent a response to News Virginian about election laws
• Board will develop a strategy to inform voters about upcoming voting changes

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to endorse an economic development agreement with MP, LLC for public improvements at 1930 Rosser Avenue. The meeting also includes several proposed ordinances for fund appropriations and a report on Next Generation 911.

• Resolution for Economic Development Performance Agreement at 1930 Rosser Avenue
• Appropriation of $300,073 in CARES Act funding to School Funds
• Appropriation of $80,000 from Refuse Fund for brush grinding services
• Appropriation of $110,000 from Sewer Fund for Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA upgrade
• Appropriation of $14,329 in miscellaneous revenues to multiple funds

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a performance agreement with MP Waynesboro, LLC and the Economic Development Authority for the redevelopment of the former Ladd School site at 1930 Rosser Ave. The agreement provides up to $500,000 in tax rebates over seven years for infrastructure improvements. The council also adopted several appropriation ordinances, including $300,073 in CARES Act funding for schools, and introduced two ordinances for future consideration.

• Approved resolution authorizing performance agreement with MP Waynesboro, LLC for Ladd School redevelopment (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating $300,073 CARES Act funding to School Funds (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance appropriating $14,329 miscellaneous revenues to multiple funds (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance appropriating $80,000 for brush grinding services (to be considered March 8)
• Introduced ordinance appropriating $110,000 for SCADA system upgrade at wastewater treatment plant (to be considered March 8)
• Adopted February 8, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is holding a budget work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, specifically focusing on revenues. This is a discussion session, not a final decision meeting. The meeting will be held electronically and streamed on the city's YouTube channel.

• Discussion of FY2022 budget revenues

The City Council held a budget work session to review the FY2021 budget process, including supplemental requests and a proposed real estate tax rate equalization from $0.90 to $0.83 per $100 of assessed value. No formal decisions were made; members discussed priorities such as compensation, fire department staffing, and the impact of the tax rate on residents. The next steps include a March 3 work session and an April 5 budget presentation.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; work session only
• Discussed equalizing real estate tax rate from $0.90 to $0.83 per $100 assessed value
• Reviewed supplemental requests totaling $6,601,000 for General Fund
• Scheduled next budget work session for March 3, 2021
• City Manager to present proposed FY2021 budget on April 5, 2021
• Tax rate public hearing set for April 12, 2021

Boards and Commissions

The Community Action Partnership of Staunton, Augusta, and Waynesboro (CAPSAW) board will review and possibly vote on proposed by-law changes and FY22 outside agency funding levels. They will also hear an introduction from Valley Supportive Housing and review budget, program, and needs assessment updates. The agenda includes a proposal to split Waynesboro Salvation Army funding between CSBG and COVID streams.

• Proposed by-law changes led by William Flory; vote may be considered
• FY22 outside agency funding review; level funding proposed for all regular CSBG recipients
• Proposal to split $25,000 Waynesboro Salvation Army allocation between CSBG and COVID funding streams
• FY21 budget dashboard shows 50% of overall budget expended
• Program dashboard shows 38% fewer individuals served compared to last year

Planning Commission

The Waynesboro Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: amending the Zoning Ordinance's enforcement procedures and penalties, and a city-initiated rezoning of several parcels from Light Industrial (L-I) or Local Business (L-B) to Mixed Business (MX-B). The commission will also review and approve the minutes from its December 15, 2020 meeting.

• Public hearing on amending City Code Chapter 98, Article 9.3 'Enforcement procedure and remedies'
• Public hearing on rezoning city-owned parcels from L-I or L-B to MX-B (Mixed Business)
• Review and approval of December 15, 2020 meeting minutes
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend a zoning text amendment for enforcement procedures and a rezoning request by William Hausrath for properties at 312 and 316 Walnut Avenue and 325 Chestnut Avenue from RS-5 to RG-5. They also approved the 2020 Annual Report and amended the agenda to correct the rezoning item.

• Adopted amended agenda with added item 7 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 15, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended zoning text amendment for Article 9.3 enforcement procedures (unanimous)
• Recommended rezoning of 312, 316 Walnut Ave and 325 Chestnut Ave from RS-5 to RG-5 (unanimous)
• Moved to rezone chiropractor office and parking lot with next rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 Planning Commission Annual Report (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Waynesboro Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one on amending the Zoning Ordinance's enforcement procedures and another on a rezoning request for properties on Walnut and Chestnut Avenues. The commission will also review its 2020 annual report and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on amending City Code chapter 98, Article 9.3 'Enforcement procedure and remedies'
• Rezoning request by William Hausrath for 312 and 316 Walnut Ave and 325 Chestnut Ave from RS-5 to RG-5
• Presentation on 2020 Planning Commission Annual Report
• Approval of minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Historical Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The commission will consider sponsoring a RISE event for Black History Month at the Zeus Theater and funding a new booklet for 2021.

• Consideration of sponsorship for RISE event for Black History Month on February 26 at Zeus Theater
• Consideration of funding new booklet for 2021

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Economic Development Authority will review and take action on a performance agreement with MP Waynesboro, LLC for a retail center at 1930 Rosser Ave. The agreement offers up to $500,000 in tax rebates for real property and sales tax, tied to development milestones. The board will also approve minutes, a financial report, and receive updates on downtown redevelopment, tourism, and industrial properties.

• Performance agreement with MP Waynesboro, LLC for 1930 Rosser Ave. retail center (60,000-70,000 sq ft)
• Up to $500,000 in tax rebates (real property and sales tax) over 2023-2027
• Rebate tied to development milestones: $500,000 if 100% built by Dec 31, 2023; $100,000 if 20% operational by Dec 31, 2022
• Financial report shows $90,518.93 operating cash balance and $35,799.19 RLF balance
• Approval of January 8, 2021 minutes and financial report

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council will hold a business meeting with a consent agenda containing numerous appropriation ordinances, zoning text amendments, and a preliminary subdivision plat. They will also receive updates on COVID-19 vaccination, a health department agreement, economic development, and the emergency operations plan. The meeting is open to public comment via email, online, or phone.

• Appropriation of $800,000 for street maintenance from unspent state aid
• Appropriation of $497,195 to the School Board
• Appropriation of $317,438 for a replacement chiller at William Perry Elementary School
• Zoning text amendment for parking area design and lot width
• Preliminary subdivision plat for Creekwood Village at 0 Tiffany Drive

The minutes record only citizen comments submitted via the website and city website; no substantive decisions were made by the council during this meeting. All comments opposed the proposed Middle River Regional Jail expansion, with some also supporting a museum at the Rosenwald Parks and Rec Center.

• No formal decisions recorded in minutes

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Electoral Board is meeting to reorganize itself and appoint election officials for 2021-2022. The agenda includes only these administrative items and any other matters that arise. Public attendance is limited due to space and social distancing, requiring advance contact with the General Registrar.

• Reorganization of the Electoral Board
• Appointment of Election Officials for 2021-2022
• Meeting at Gorsuch Building, 250 S. Wayne Avenue, Waynesboro, VA

Boards and Commissions

The Central Shenandoah Valley Youth Commission reviewed the FY22 budget submission of $638,607 and a supplemental request of $16,506 for salary adjustments. The commission also discussed declining membership and recruitment strategies. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved November 2020 meeting minutes
• Reviewed FY22 budget submission of $638,607
• Reviewed supplemental request of $16,506 for salary market adjustments
• Discussed recruitment strategies for commission membership
• Adjourned at 6:00 pm

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is holding a budget work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The meeting will be held electronically and is viewable on the Government Access Channel and the City's YouTube Channel.

• Fiscal Year 2022 Budget discussion

The City Council held a work session to review preliminary FY2022 budget expenditures, priorities, and the Middle River Regional Jail expansion. No formal votes were taken; the session was informational, with staff to provide additional data on jail costs, inmate counts, and bond rates. The jail expansion would add 352 beds at a total cost of $39.5 million, with Waynesboro's share estimated at $1.27 million annually.

• Reviewed preliminary FY2022 expenditure changes totaling $3,782,000
• Discussed Middle River Regional Jail expansion: 352 beds, $39,466,251 total cost
• Noted Waynesboro's estimated jail expansion cost: $1.27 million per year
• Requested breakout of $216,000 'Other' supplemental category
• Requested current municipal bond rate from Finance Director
• Requested count of state inmates housed at Middle River Regional Jail
• Agreed to form committee with member jurisdictions on jail expansion
• Scheduled next budget work sessions for Feb 17, Mar 3, Apr 5

City Council

The City Council introduced ordinances for a 220-lot residential subdivision at 0 Tiffany Drive (Creekwood Village) and two zoning text amendments, all to be considered again on February 8, 2021. Council also authorized renewal of the Augusta Regional Landfill Management Agreement and approved relief from the utility disconnect moratorium. Several budget appropriation ordinances were introduced and adopted.

• Introduced ordinance approving preliminary subdivision plat for 220-lot Creekwood Village at 0 Tiffany Drive
• Introduced zoning text amendment allowing 12-foot minimum driveway width on narrow lots
• Introduced zoning text amendment adding Contractor's Offices by right in L-I, H-I, MX-B districts
• Authorized City Manager or Mayor to approve renewal of Augusta Regional Landfill Management Agreement (5-0)
• Approved relief from utility disconnect moratorium, verifying arrearages exceed 1% of utility budget (5-0)
• Introduced 10 appropriation ordinances for school and capital projects
• Adopted 11 appropriation ordinances including CARES Act and grant funds (5-0)
• Held closed meeting on Ladd property development contract

City Council

The City Council held a work session to review agenda items for the upcoming regular meeting, including Regional Jail expansion proposals, the Regional Landfill agreement, and appropriation ordinances. No formal votes or decisions were made during the work session; it was procedural and informational only.

• Reviewed Regional Jail expansion proposals (no action)
• Discussed Regional Landfill agreement (no action)
• Reviewed appropriation ordinances for introduction and adoption (no action)

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Historical Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting via Zoom on January 19, 2021, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes discussion of Black History Month, a plaque for the War Memorial Pool, and the commission's use of YouTube. Public access instructions are provided by Chairman David Geiger.

• Black History Month discussion
• War Memorial Pool plaque
• Commission use of YouTube
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19 guidelines

Boards and Commissions

The Community Action Partnership of Staunton, Augusta, and Waynesboro (CAPSAW) board will review and vote on funding requests, including a $15,000 COVID response request from the Staunton Salvation Army for emergency assistance. They will also hear updates on the FY 21 budget, customer survey results, and the community needs assessment. The meeting includes approval of December minutes and a nomination committee update.

• Staunton Salvation Army requests $15,000 for rent, utilities, food, and diapers
• FY 21 budget dashboard shows 33% overall expenditure
• Customer survey results: 14 agencies responded, 78% response rate
• Needs assessment survey: 247 English and 1 Spanish response
• FY 20 audit available on city website, pages 99-103

Boards and Commissions

This is a meeting notice for the Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center Board meeting on January 13, 2021, held via Zoom. The agenda contains no listed discussion or action items, only public observation and comment instructions, so the meeting is procedural in nature.

• Meeting held via Zoom with public access link provided
• Public comment participation available through Zoom

The Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center Board discussed a proposal to expand the surrender intake fee to include healthy stray cats, but did not vote on it. Instead, the board scheduled a called meeting in about 30 days to review the fee schedule and State Code requirements. The board also heard a presentation on Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs and received population and operations reports.

• Scheduled a called meeting in ~30 days to review stray cat intake fee proposal
• Requested Attorney General's Office interpretation of State Code on stray cat intake
• Requested future population reports include comparisons, breakdown by locality, and euthanasia totals
• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 11:08 a.m.

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Economic Development Authority will meet to review the final distribution and reports of CARES Act small business grants, along with its financial report and committee updates. The agenda also includes monthly updates on downtown redevelopment, tourism, and industrial properties, and consideration of a closed meeting if needed.

• Update on CARES grant distribution and final reports
• Financial report for period ending December 31, 2020
• Audit committee report
• Monthly updates: Downtown Redevelopment, Tourism, Industrial Properties
• Consider holding a closed meeting