Water & utilities in Virginia local government
What Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
644 Virginia meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Virginia with the most water & utilities activity
- Stafford County, VA (44)
- Danville, VA (34)
- James City County, VA (32)
- Lynchburg, VA (32)
- Richmond, VA (31)
- Greene County, VA (26)
- Hanover County, VA (21)
- Spotsylvania County, VA (20)
- Manassas, VA (20)
- Harrisonburg, VA (19)
- King George County, VA (14)
- Chesapeake, VA (14)
Latest matching meetings
James City Service Authority to review Wastewater Capacity Study
The Board of Directors will receive a presentation on a Wastewater Capacity Study. The meeting also includes a closed session to evaluate the performance of the General Manager.
City Council to consider Roanoke Valley Greenway agreement updates
The City Council will hold a work session on stormwater utility and economic branding. The regular session includes votes on the Roanoke Valley Greenway intergovernmental agreement and the sale of a surplus vehicle.
Danville Utility Commission to hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair
The Commission will elect its Chair and Vice Chair and review financial statements from May. The body will also receive an update on the HVAC Replacement Project.
City Council approves utility easement for Tall Oaks Venture property
The council will vote on Ordinance No. 1832 to accept a public utility easement from Tall Oaks Venture #1A, L.L.C. covering Tax Parcels 28-(7)-1 and 28-(7)-2 for a consideration of $10. It will also hold a public hearing on the Electric Standby Service Tariff and consider Ordinance No. 1834 related to that tariff…
Board will consider repealing the 3% seller discount in the county meals tax
The King George County Service Authority Board meets on July 21, 2026 to consider several agenda items. The Board will vote on a proposed amendment to the Meals Tax Ordinance that would repeal the 3% seller discount provision. Additional items include a resolution to join the PFAS class‑action settlement, discussion…
Board will consider an employee retention bonus
The Rockbridge County Public Service Authority board will review June 9 meeting minutes, July bills, monthly financial reports, and the director's report. It will discuss unfinished business items including Long Hollow System Upgrades and the Natural Bridge Project. New business includes consideration of an employee…
Board to approve contracts, grants, and rezoning for Lafayette Commons
The Spotsylvania County Board of Supervisors will consider approving budget adjustments, grant awards, and contract renewals for various county projects and services. The meeting includes a public hearing for a rezoning request for Lafayette Commons and a vote on a proposed repeal of a technology zone ordinance.
Board to accept water and sewer systems and adopt minutes
The James City Service Authority Board will meet to formally accept water and sewer systems for Fiscal Year 2026 and adopt meeting minutes. The session will include a public comment period and a general manager's update.
Board considers $3.21 million budget amendment for water projects and fire truck
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a budget amendment for water projects and fire company payments. Members will also discuss a request to petition for a 1% local sales tax for school construction.
Manassas City Council considers budget amendments and zoning updates
The City Council will review several public hearings regarding zoning ordinance updates and a special use permit. The agenda also includes a $7,000,000 budget amendment for electric purchased power costs and a $348,000 transfer to the Social Services Fund.
Church seeks variance to expand parking lot at 6300 Old Myrtle Rd
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on five applications, including a deferred variance request to increase the impervious surface ratio from 16% to 61% for a church parking lot expansion. Also on the agenda are a Tier 1 construction at 211 N. 7th St and three applications by Pro-Home Builders and…
City Council considers water funds, zoning changes, and fire department staffing
The City Council will consider several ordinances including funding for water and stormwater projects. The agenda also includes public hearings on zoning at 1612 Concord Turnpike and new regulations for data centers.
Committee considers condemnation of 1508 Florida Avenue for pedestrian improvements
The Physical Development Committee will consider a naming request for the Odd Fellows Road Bridge, a fiber optic license agreement with Liberty University, and an ordinance to condemn portions of 1508 Florida Avenue for the Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements project (UPC #113272). The committee will also receive…
Council will consider a $7 million budget amendment for electric power costs
The Manassas City Council meeting will include a public hearing on a proposed franchise to install telecommunications conduits in the city right‑of‑way, and a public hearing on amending the FY 2026 budget to add $7,000,000 for electric purchased power costs. Additional items include a consent agenda, zoning ordinance…
Manassas Utility Commission meeting scheduled for July 9, 2026
The Commission will review staff reports regarding utility customer service and financial data. The agenda includes operational updates from the Directors of Electric and Water & Sewer.
PSA adopts higher water rates for the Grant Water System
The Grayson County Public Service Authority held a public hearing and approved an ordinance establishing new user rates for the Grant Water System. Residential and commercial customers will pay $44 bi‑monthly for the first 4,000 gallons and $11 per 1,000 gallons thereafter, raising the per‑thousand‑gallon rate from…
WRAC to review drought status and draft minutes
The Water Resources Advisory Committee will meet to approve the July agenda and review draft minutes from the May 13th meeting. The committee will also receive updates on drought conditions and an ordinance update.
Hampton Council votes on zoning changes reducing parking and lot requirements.
The Hampton City Council will vote on multiple zoning amendments, including reducing minimum parking and lot size requirements for residential properties. The council will also approve a $1.15 million one-time bonus for city staff and update stormwater permit fees. Routine consent items include funding for bond…
Council to consider authorizing up to $1.37 M bond for water system improvements
The Woodstock Town Council will hold a public hearing and then consider a resolution to issue a general‑obligation revenue bond not to exceed $1,373,250 for the Water Quality Improvement Project. The Finance Committee has recommended adopting that resolution and also set dates for its committees. The council will also…
Board considers referendum for local retail sales tax to fund school construction
The Board of Supervisors will discuss initiating a referendum for a local general retail sales tax of up to 1% for school construction and renovations. The meeting also includes several public hearings on zoning and comprehensive plan amendments, as well as various transportation and utility contracts.
Board sets public hearings for animal, water, and budget items
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on July 7 to consider ordinances regarding animal violations, water and sewer connections, and a budget transfer for school improvements. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss public safety plans and pending litigation.
Board to discuss Oak Grove School sale and sewer/water extensions
The Russell County Board of Supervisors will consider several infrastructure resolutions and a draft for solid waste tipping fees. The board is also preparing for a public hearing regarding the sale of the Oak Grove School property.
Manassas Utility Commission holds routine monthly meeting
The Utility Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive staff reports on electric and water/sewer operations, and discuss new and old business. All agenda items are procedural; no significant decisions or public hearings are listed.
Commission to consider amendment to Comprehensive Plan on utility transmission lines
The Planning Commission will review two public hearing items: a Special Use Permit for a family day home at 26105 Lafayette Drive, Rhoadesville, and a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan adding language and a map about utility transmission lines, including underground placement near historic and environmental…
Council to discuss zoning ordinance amendment on sidewalks
The Farmville Town Council will discuss proposed Ordinance No. 247, which would amend the zoning ordinance by repealing and replacing sidewalk requirements. Also up for discussion are conditional use permits for an outdoor shed display at 1006 West Third Street and an ADU conversion at 1305 Lee Drive, as well as a…
Town Council considers rezoning 42.26 acres to DR-4 residential
The Berryville Town Council will discuss a rezoning request from Friant Enterprises for 42.26 acres of a 97.8-acre property at 14-A-80. The proposal would change the zoning from OSR, DR-1, DR-2, and BP to DR-4 Detached Residential-4, subject to proffered conditions. The Council will also hold a closed session to…
Utility Commission to discuss drought contingency planning
The Manassas Utility Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 11, 2026. Among other routine business, the commission will discuss drought contingency planning as a new business item. Staff reports from utility customer service, electric, and water & sewer departments will also be presented.
Patrick County PSA to hold public hearing on new rates and fees
The Patrick County Public Service Authority will hold a public hearing regarding preliminary rates, fees, and charges schedules. Following the hearing, the board may vote to adopt new schedules to take effect on July 1, 2026.
Scott County considers FY2026 budget amendments and FY2027 tax rates
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the proposed FY2026 budget and potential tax levy changes for FY2027. The body is also discussing a new county-wide fire tax district and wastewater infrastructure for the Yuma community.
Council considers a new City Code and updates to utility billing and elections
The committee will review a proposal to adopt an entirely new City Code of Richmond. Additionally, the Department of Public Utilities and the Office of Elections will provide departmental presentations.
Broadband Authority to vote on FY27 budget and IPTV services contract
The Orange County Broadband Authority will review splicing service contract renewals and award an IPTV services contract to Southern Fibernet (SFN). The body will also consider the FY27 budget and a motion to hold a public hearing on rate schedule additions.
Council to vote on $18.63M increase to school operating budget
The City Council will hold public hearings on amendments to the Hopewell Public Schools operating budget, increasing it by $18.63 million to a total of $100.89 million, and on a real estate lease amendment for the Ice House at the city marina. Other regular business includes a conditional use permit for a used car…
City Council considers water, sewer, and stormwater fee increases
The City Council is reviewing several ordinance amendments to increase water, sewer, and stormwater utility rates and fees. The body will also consider a rezoning request and multiple special event applications for late 2026.
City Council to approve budget amendments and appoint School Board members
The City Council will consider approving budget amendments for the Water and Stormwater funds, a lease agreement with Verizon Wireless, and the appointment of School Board members. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a sewer easement.
Council to review rezoning of 1612 Concord Turnpike for mixed-use
This work session includes briefings on a rezoning request at 1612 Concord Turnpike, a proposed city code amendment for erosion and stormwater management fees, and a zoning ordinance amendment regulating data centers. Council will also discuss a derelict buildings dashboard and consider a closed session to discuss…
Finance Committee to discuss budget amendments and grant funding
The Finance Committee will meet to consider amendments to the FY 2027 budget, including fire and water projects, and review a FEMA fire prevention grant. The agenda also includes updates on general fund reserves and revenue collections.
City Council to adopt FY 2027 budget and CIP
The Salem City Council will consider adopting the fiscal year 2027 budget and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan, along with authorizing a federal grant for a water treatment facility bridge and extending a property lien forgiveness program.
Council to kickoff rewrite of TLZNOA2026-0002 zoning ordinance
The council will discuss the town’s stormwater utility with Chad Minnick. It will also begin the rewrite of zoning ordinance TLZNOA2026-0002, outlining a work plan presented by James David. Additional items include reviewing proclamation requests and planning future meeting topics.
Board reviews economic development opportunities and water/sewer master plan
The joint work session will discuss economic development priorities for King William County, including a presentation from Pittsylvania County and a review of the water and wastewater master planning project. The commission will also consider county‑owned land, incentives policy, site readiness, and technology uses…
Chesapeake Stormwater Committee meeting scheduled for June 22, 2026
The committee will meet to review operational, engineering, and environmental quality updates. The agenda consists of procedural items and general departmental reports.