Augusta County public meetings in 2023
82 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for this meeting.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on the dissolution of the Valley Alcohol Safety Action Program and several zoning changes regarding solar energy systems. The meeting also includes a request for school capital funding and community center repairs.
- Resolution for dissolution of the Valley Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP)
- Four proposed ordinance amendments to Chapter 25 Zoning regarding Solar Energy Systems
- Request from Charles and Donna Patterson to withdraw land from Middle River Agricultural and Forestal District
- FY2023 supplemental appropriation for the school capital fund
- $13,767.38 for electrical repairs at New Hope Community Center ballfields
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Augusta County Planning Commission will review requests to change zoning designations for properties in Churchville and Waynesboro. The body will also consider a private sewer line connection and the withdrawal of acreage from an agricultural district.
- Rezone 12.56 acres at 703 Scenic Highway from Single-Family Residential to General Agriculture
- Rezone 0.20 acres at 45 Cedar Ridge Road from Rural Residential to General Agriculture
- Compliance determination for a private sewer line at 194 Chapel Hill Lane
- Withdraw 6.331 acres owned by Charles and Donna Patterson from the Middle River Agricultural and Forestal District
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed several Special Use Permit requests for commercial and utility projects. The board granted conditional approvals for a solar facility, a telecommunications tower, and an audio visual production office.
- Special Use Permit for 3 megawatt solar facility at 147 Wayne Avenue (Approved w/conditions)
- Special Use Permit for 199’ wireless tower at 85 Shenandoah Mountain Drive (Approved w/conditions)
- Special Use Permit for audio visual production office at 53 Deerwood Lane (Approved w/conditions)
- One year extension of time for motor vehicle repair operation on Tinkling Spring Road (Approved)
- Staff reports on compliance for 11 development and property cases
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three special use permit requests for a solar facility, a wireless tower, and a business office. The board will also consider a time extension for a motor vehicle repair operation.
- Special Use Permit for 3 megawatt solar facility at 147 Wayne Avenue
- Special Use Permit for 199’ wireless telecommunications tower at 85 Shenandoah Mountain Drive
- Special Use Permit for audio visual production office and outdoor storage at 53 Deerwood Lane
- One year extension request for motor vehicle repair operation on Tinkling Spring Road (Route 608)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider an ordinance amendment regarding wireless telecommunications facilities and a tax refund request for Hollister, Inc. Additionally, the Board will review Fire-Rescue Fund Grant recommendations and street additions for Ivy Ridge.
- Ordinance amendment to Chapter 25 regarding wireless telecommunications facilities
- Fire-Rescue Fund Grant committee funding recommendations
- $82,624.60 tax refund request for Hollister, Inc.
- Acceptance of Ivy Ridge Section 2 and Section 5 into the Secondary Road System
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet for a staff briefing to discuss a tax refund request and potential zoning changes. The session includes reviews of VDOT road additions and Fire-Rescue grant recommendations. Members will also review a draft legislative package.
- Tax refund request of $82,624.60 to Hollister, Inc.
- Street additions for Ivy Ridge Section 2 and Section 5
- Ordinance amendment to Chapter 25 Zoning regarding Wireless Telecommunications Facilities
- Fire-Rescue Fund Grant committee funding recommendations
- Public hearing advertising for Valley Alcohol Safety Action Program (VASAP)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will meet to review reports from the treasurer and director. The agenda includes a report on the SAW Bike-Walk Summit and a tentative tour of the department's new office and activity space.
- Report from the SAW Bike-Walk Summit by Kirk Barley
- Tentative tour of the department's new office and activity space
Planning Commission
The commission will hold public hearings on five proposed zoning ordinance amendments regarding solar energy systems and wireless telecommunications facilities. The body will also consider a substantial accord determination for a solar project in Stuarts Draft.
- Proposed amendment to allow Board of Zoning Appeals to waive fall zone requirements for wireless facilities on public property
- Proposed zoning amendments defining 'Fenced in Area' and size thresholds for solar energy systems
- Proposed prohibition of small and large solar energy systems in Urban Service and Community Development Areas
- Proposed two-mile proximity standard between solar facilities
- Substantial accord determination for New Leaf Energy, Inc. 3 MW solar system at 147 Wayne Ave
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the Chapter 5-Animal Ordinance. The body will also review a draft Legislative Package and claims paid since October 1, 2023.
- Public hearing on Chapter 5-Animal Ordinance amendments
- Review of draft Legislative Package
- Consideration of claims paid since October 1, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings for several special use permits, including a travel plaza and a vacation rental. The board will also review a request for commercial vehicle and equipment storage for a landscaping business.
- Special Use Permit for a travel plaza by WaWa, Inc. at Tinkling Spring Road and Goose Creek Road
- Variance from 100-foot setback requirement for WaWa, Inc. at Tinkling Spring Road and Goose Creek Road
- Special Use Permit for a short term vacation rental at 33 Prospect Street, Grottoes
- Special Use Permit for commercial vehicle and landscape material storage at 1177 Rockfish Road, Waynesboro
Board of Supervisors
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider an extension for the Shamrock Farm's AFID Performance Agreement. The Board will also consider the adoption of a VA250 Regional Committee resolution.
- Shamrock Farm AFID Performance Agreement extension
- VA250 Regional Committee resolution
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a staff briefing to discuss an agreement extension for Shamrock Farm and funding for school safety equipment. The meeting includes reports from VDOT, Fire-Rescue staff, and a presentation from Verizon.
- Shamrock Farm's AFID Performance Agreement extension
- Funding for additional School Safety Equipment
- Quarterly Financial Report
- Verizon Network Team presentation
- VDOT roads report
Parks & Recreation Commission
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items. No specific decisions, contracts, or projects are listed for discussion.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding the renewal of the North River Agricultural and Forestal District. Members will also review infrastructure funding requests and the 2024 holiday schedule.
- Public hearing for North River Agricultural and Forestal District renewal
- Funding request for Middlebrook Safety/Solar Speed Sign: $7,314.00
- Funding request for school safety screening equipment: $17,985.00
- Resolution to accept Captain Hizer Lane (cul-de-sac extension) into the secondary road system
- Review of 2024 Holiday Schedule
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Augusta County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a solar energy system and the renewal of an agricultural district. The body will also receive updates on the Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy.
- Special Use Permit request for New Leaf Energy, Inc. to build a 3 MW solar system on 23 acres at 147 Wayne Ave
- Request to renew the North River Agricultural and Forestal District covering approximately 4,500 acres
- Update on the Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed several special use permits and variances for commercial and energy projects. The board denied two solar facility requests and approved permits for vehicle storage and a repair business amendment.
- Denied Special Use Permit for Fishersville Solar (2 Megawatt facility) on Long Meadow Road
- Denied Special Use Permit for Shenvalee Solar (3 Mega Watt facility) south of Edgewood Lane
- Approved Special Use Permit for Barnstable Farm House, LLC for equipment storage at 604 Christians Creek Road
- Approved Special Use Permit for Pine View Buildings, LLC for outdoor storage at 7 Hutchwood Lane
- Approved amendment to SUP#12-29 for a repair business at 3867 Stuarts Draft Highway
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two ordinance amendments regarding solar energy systems. The body will also consider funding requests for an ambulance and a renovation project for Weyers Cave Volunteer Fire Company.
- Public hearings on ordinance amendments to Chapter 25 Sections 25-70.5 and 25-70.7 regarding Solar Energy Systems
- Funding request for an ambulance
- Funding request for Weyers Cave Volunteer Fire Company renovation project
- Resolution for the Dick Huff Lane Revenue Sharing Project application
- School Board year-end fund balance request
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing funding requests for an ambulance and a Weyers Cave Volunteer Fire Company renovation. Members are also discussing ordinance amendments regarding solar energy and animals for future public hearings.
- Revenue Sharing Resolution for Dick Huff Lane Project
- Funding request for an ambulance
- Funding request for Weyers Cave Volunteer Fire Company renovation
- Proposed animal ordinance amendments
- Proposed solar energy ordinance amendments (Chapter 25 Section 25-70.5 and 25-70.7)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed for decision or discussion.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a drought resolution and an amendment to the animal ordinance. The body will also review two specific tax refund requests.
- Tax refund request for Windgate, LC: $17,532.90
- Tax refund request for Gables East, LLC: $3,592.60
- Public hearing for animal ordinance amendment
- Drought resolution
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances to amend the zoning code regarding solar energy systems. The proposed changes would require applicants for small and large energy system Special Use Permits to meet with the Community Development Department before submitting applications.
- Public hearing on amending Section 25-70.5 regarding Small Energy Systems applications
- Public hearing on amending Section 25-70.7 regarding Large Energy Systems applications
- Status update on the Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy
The commission approved two ordinance amendments: one to Section 25-70.5 adding a required pre‑application conference for small energy systems and correcting a reference, and another to Section 25-70.7 adding the same requirement for large energy systems and correcting a reference. Both amendments passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. The commission also approved the minutes of the August 8 meeting and adjourned the session unanimously.
- Approved minutes of the August 8, 2023 meeting (6-0)
- Approved amendment to Section 25-70.5 for Small Energy Systems (pre‑application meeting & housekeeping) (6-0)
- Approved amendment to Section 25-70.7 for Large Energy Systems (pre‑application meeting & housekeeping) (6-0)
- Motion to adjourn carried unanimously (6-0)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed requests for special use permits and time extensions. The body approved permits for landscaping, lawn mowing, and property management businesses, while tabling solar energy and vehicle repair requests.
- Approved special use permit for landscape business at 2499 Lee Jackson Highway
- Approved special use permit for lawn mowing business at 77 Bradley Lane
- Approved special use permit for property management business at 60 Shutterlee Mill Lane
- Tabled special use permit for 3 Mega Watt solar facility south of Edgewood Lane
- Approved time extensions for solar array at 125 Berry Farm Road and campground at 273 Penmerryl Drive
The Board approved special use permits for a landscape business, a lawn mowing business, and a property management business. Each approval included specific operating conditions regarding equipment storage and employee limits. The Board also reviewed a request to increase the number of licensed vehicles for a repair business, though the provided text ends before a final decision was recorded.
- Approved Special Use Permit for Brandon Turner landscape business (unanimous)
- Approved Special Use Permit for Robert Rusmisel lawn mowing business (unanimous)
- Approved Special Use Permit for Brian D. Jamison and Kelsey R. Simmons property management business (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from August 3, 2023, meeting (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances to require pre-submission conferences with the Community Development Department for small and large energy system special use permits. The body will also receive a status update on the Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy.
- Proposed ordinance amendment to Section 25-70.5 regarding Small Energy Systems applications
- Proposed ordinance amendment to Section 25-70.7 regarding Large Energy Systems applications
- Status update on Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy
- Discussion on Land Use Assessment for Solar Facilities and Comprehensive Plan solar policies
Board of Supervisors
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will meet to review infrastructure account status and consider a contract award to Hill Studio for planning services.
- Contract award to Hill Studio for Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategic Plan
- Review of infrastructure account status
The Board approved a contract with Hill Studio to update the county's Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategic Plan. Additionally, the Board increased the public comment time limit to four minutes and approved a letter to the Commonwealth Transportation Board regarding Smart Scale changes.
- Approved $317,780 contract to Hill Studio for Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategic Plan (6-0)
- Appointed Emmett Toms to the Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategic Plan Steering Committee (6-0)
- Approved infrastructure account status to return funds from completed Parks & Recreation and library projects to respective accounts (6-0)
- Approved sending a letter to the Commonwealth Transportation Board regarding proposed Smart Scale changes (6-0)
- Appointed Carolyn Bragg to the Metropolitan Planning Organization Board through December 31, 2023 (5-1)
- Increased public comment time limit from three to four minutes and eliminated the group representation option (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Denied motion to remove restriction on applause during meetings (2-4)
- Denied motion to remove the time limit on public comment (1-5)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a staff briefing to receive reports on roads, fire and rescue, and year-end finances. Members will discuss a contract award to Hill Studio and a funding request for a renovation project.
- Contract award discussion for Hill Studio regarding Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategic Plan
- Funding request from Weyers Cave Volunteer Fire Company for a renovation project
- Presentation of the Year End Finance Report
- Discussion of infrastructure account status
The Board of Supervisors accepted monthly reports from VDOT, Fire-Rescue, and Finance. They authorized adding infrastructure account status and a contract award for the Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategic Plan to the August 23 agenda.
- Accepted VDOT monthly report
- Accepted Fire-Rescue monthly report
- Authorized placing infrastructure account status on August 23 agenda
- Accepted Year End Finance Report
- Authorized placing Hill Studio contract award for Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategic Plan on August 23 agenda
- Authorized holding Weyers Cave Volunteer Fire Company funding request for a later date
Parks & Recreation Commission
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The commission will review reports from the treasurer and director and address old and new business.
The Commission approved the minutes from the July 2023 meeting. Members discussed the upcoming Grindstone event at Natural Chimneys and the release schedule for the next activity guide. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved July 2023 minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider awarding a contract for the Verona Pedestrian Project and a funding request for the Buffalo Gap High School Sportsman Club. They will also review a resolution for the Personal Property Tax Relief Act and hear a presentation on a proposed Crisis Receiving Center.
- Contract for Verona Pedestrian Project to A&J Development & Excavating using $256,203.91 from Beverley Manor Infrastructure and $185,865.56 from Revenue Sharing Capital
- Funding request of $14,211.00 for Buffalo Gap High School Sportsman Club concession stand equipment
- Resolution establishing tax relief rates for qualifying vehicles under the Personal Property Tax Relief Act
- Presentation by Valley Community Services Board on intent to develop a Crisis Receiving Center
The Board of Supervisors approved a construction contract for sidewalks in Verona and established the 2023 personal property tax relief rate. They also granted funding for high school concession equipment and approved the consent agenda.
- Approved $2,374,951.43 contract to A&J Development & Excavating for Verona pedestrian project (7-0)
- Approved funding of $256,203.91 and $185,865.56 to cover Verona project funding gaps (7-0)
- Adopted resolution setting 2023 personal property tax relief rate at 26% for qualifying vehicles (7-0)
- Approved $14,211.00 for Buffalo Gap High School Sportsman Club concession equipment (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes from June 26, June 28, July 12, and July 24 (7-0)
- Denied motion to increase public speaking time limit from three to five minutes (1-6)
- Denied motion to record all closed session meetings (1-6)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Augusta County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a substantial accord determination for a solar energy system. The body will also receive status updates on the Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy.
- Special Use Permit request for a 2 MW solar energy system at 74 J Ranch Ln
- Proposed 10-acre fenced project area on a 24-acre parcel
- Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy status update
The Planning Commission voted to permanently remove a specific sentence from its by-laws regarding the chairmanship. The commission also held a public hearing for a proposed small-scale solar facility, though no final determination was recorded in the minutes.
- Approved motion to remove the second sentence of paragraph 3-1 from the by-laws (5-1)
- Approved minutes of July 11, 2023 meetings (unanimous)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed several requests for special use permits for businesses and infrastructure. The board also granted time extensions for solar energy and auto repair projects.
- Special Use Permit approved for a 199’ telecommunications tower at 419 Trinity Point Road
- Special Use Permit approved for a short term vacation rental at 604 Christians Creek Road
- Special Use Permit approved for an ice cream shop and farmers market at 10 Purple Cow Road
- Special Use Permit approved for a landscaping business at 99 Rankin Lane
- Time extensions approved for solar energy projects at 532 Old White Bridge Road and southeast of Long Meadow Road
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved special use permits for a landscaping business, a short-term vacation rental, an ice cream shop, and an event facility. Each approval included specific operating conditions regarding occupancy, equipment limits, or event frequency.
- Approved landscaping business and equipment storage at 99 Rankin Lane (unanimous)
- Approved short-term vacation rental at 604 Christians Creek Road (unanimous)
- Approved ice cream shop and farmers market at 10 Purple Cow Road (unanimous)
- Approved event facility at 2570 Little Calf Pasture Highway (unanimous)
- Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution requesting specific public records. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.
- Resolution to request certain public records
The Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution asserting its right to possession and control of public records pertaining to closed meetings held by Dr. Scott Seaton. The resolution requests that Dr. Seaton turn over these records, including recordings and communications from January 1, 2020, to the present, within seven business days.
- Adopted resolution to assert rights to public records from Dr. Scott Seaton (6-0)
- Authorized the Chair to submit a VFOIA request if records are not provided within 7 business days (6-0)
- Directed staff to send the signed resolution to Dr. Seaton via certified mail
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review bylaws for the Library Board of Trustees and the Parks & Recreation Commission. The meeting includes a public hearing for a previously tabled animal ordinance amendment and a resolution regarding the Private Police Officer Line of Duty Act.
- Library Board of Trustees Bylaws
- Parks & Recreation Commission bylaws
- Private Police Officer Line of Duty Act resolution
- Public hearing for animal ordinance amendment
The Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution requesting the General Assembly to amend the Code of Virginia to provide Line of Duty Act benefits to private police officers. The Board also approved updated bylaws for the Library Board of Trustees and the Parks & Recreation Commission.
- Adopted resolution calling on General Assembly to extend Line of Duty Act benefits to private police officers (7-0)
- Approved Library Board of Trustees Bylaws (7-0)
- Approved Parks & Recreation Commission Bylaws (7-0)
- Authorized staff to post all Board and Commission bylaws on the website (7-0)
- Appointed Mary Brandenberg to the CAP-SAW Board through June 30, 2025 (7-0)
- Approved minutes from June 2 and June 14, 2023 meetings (7-0)
- Tabled animal ordinance amendment for further discussion
- Withdrew motion to amend dates on July 12 censure resolution
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance and a previously tabled animal ordinance. The meeting includes discussions on bylaws for the Library Board of Trustees and the Parks & Recreation Commission.
- Animal ordinance amendment for public hearing
- Zoning ordinance amendment to Section 25-4 Definitions
- Zoning ordinance amendment to Section 25-492 regarding Public Use Overlay Districts
- Private Police Officer Line of Duty Act resolution
- Library Board of Trustees and Parks & Recreation Commission bylaws
The Board authorized placing the Library Board of Trustees bylaws, Parks & Recreation Commission bylaws, Private Police Officer Line of Duty Act resolution, and an animal ordinance amendment on the July 26 agenda. The Board also authorized public hearings for three ordinance amendments regarding solar energy systems and recreational vehicle permits.
- Authorized placing Library Board of Trustees bylaws on July 26 agenda
- Authorized placing Parks & Recreation Commission bylaws on July 26 agenda
- Authorized placing Private Police Officer Line of Duty Act resolution on July 26 agenda
- Authorized placing animal ordinance amendment on July 26 agenda
- Authorized advertising for public hearings on Solar Energy Systems ordinances (Sections 70.5 and 70.7)
- Authorized advertising for public hearing on recreational vehicle permitted uses ordinance (Section 25-74)
- Requested changes to Chapter 25, Section 4 amendment to clarify hazardous waste and re-advertise
- Accepted VDOT and Fire-Rescue monthly reports as information
Parks & Recreation Commission
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for this meeting.
The commission approved the minutes from the June 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on the Crimora boat launch ribbon cutting and the timeline for new activity rooms and offices. No new business or substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved June 2023 minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider an amendment to the animal ordinance. The board will also review claims paid since June 1, 2023.
- Public hearing for animal ordinance amendment
- Review of claims paid since June 1, 2023
The Board of Supervisors issued a formal Statement of Censure against Dr. Scott Seaton for violating confidentiality rules and secretly recording closed sessions. As a result, Dr. Seaton was removed from all County committees and boards until December 31, 2023.
- Censured Dr. Scott Seaton for breach of confidentiality and secret recording (6-1)
- Removed Dr. Scott Seaton from all County committees and boards through Dec 31, 2023 (6-1)
- Tabled Animal Ordinance Amendment until July 24, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda and claims paid since June 1, 2023 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on zoning amendments regarding recycling plants and a rezoning request for a multi-family residential project. The body will also receive status updates on the Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy.
- Proposed ordinance to add the definition of a recycling plant to Chapter 25
- Proposed ordinance to permit recycling plants within Public Use Overlay districts
- Rezoning request for 11.10 acres at Jefferson Hwy and Lambert Ln to build 7 apartment buildings (188 units)
- Request to amend Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map from Medium-Density to Multi-Family Residential
The Planning Commission approved two ordinance amendments to define recycling plants and allow them as a permitted use within Public Use Overlay districts. A rezoning request for multi-family residential was deferred to September.
- Approved ordinance amendment to Section 25-4 to add a definition for recycling plants (4-0)
- Approved ordinance amendment to Section 25-492 to permit recycling plants in Public Use Overlay districts (4-0)
- Deferred Pecarma, LLC request to rezone from General Agriculture to Multi-Family residential to September 12th (4-0)
- Approved minutes from June 13, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals decided on several special use permits for commercial and residential projects. The board approved a small scale solar energy facility and various business requests while denying one telecommunications tower.
- Approved a 3MW small scale solar energy facility between Goose Creek Road and Jefferson Highway
- Denied a 199’ telecommunications tower at 633 Battlefield Road
- Approved mini-warehouse units at Lodge Lane and Laurel Hill Road
- Approved a short term rental at 813 Leaport Road
- Approved an antique shop at 890 Augusta Springs Road
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved several special use permits for a short-term rental, mini-warehouse units, an antique shop, and a commercial equipment storage building. Each approval included specific pre-conditions and operating requirements. The board also heard a request for a 199-foot telecommunications tower.
- Approved short-term rental at 813 Leaport Road (unanimous)
- Approved mini-warehouse units at Lodge Lane and Laurel Hill Road (unanimous)
- Approved antique shop at 890 Augusta Springs Road (unanimous)
- Approved 30’ x 100’ commercial equipment storage building at Rankin Lane (unanimous)
- Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding the VDOT Secondary System and road construction budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24. Members will also consider two ordinance amendments concerning extended stay RV parks. Additionally, the Board will review a contract for SAW Regional P25 radio subscriber units.
- Public hearing on VDOT 6-year plan and FY 2023-24 Secondary Road Construction Improvement budget
- Ordinance amendment to Section 25-4 regarding extended stay RV park definitions
- Ordinance amendment to Section 25-74 regarding extended stay RV parks in General Agriculture Districts
- Trash removal at 2 Kenwood Drive, Verona
- Contract approval for SAW Regional P25 radio project subscriber units
The Board of Supervisors adopted the VDOT 6-Year Plan and approved a 15-year, $3.3 million contract for regional radio subscriber units. They also passed two zoning ordinance amendments regarding extended stay RV parks and authorized trash removal at a private property in Verona.
- Adopted VDOT 6-Year Plan (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance Amendment of Section 25-4 regarding RV park occupancy (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance Amendment of Section 25-74 regarding RV park uses (7-0)
- Directed County Attorney to abate trash violation at 2 Kenwood Drive, Verona (7-0)
- Approved $3.3 million, 15-year SAW Regional P25 Radio Project subscriber contract (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a staff briefing to discuss zoning amendments and a public hearing on the VDOT 6-Year Plan. Members will consider a contract for SAW Regional P25 Radio Project subscriber units and an animal ordinance amendment.
- VDOT 6-Year Plan Public Hearing
- Contract for SAW Regional P25 Radio Project subscriber units
- Zoning amendments for Extended Stay RV Parks definitions and Special Use Permits
- Animal Ordinance Amendment
- Trash removal at 2 Kenwood Drive, Verona
The Board authorized two ordinance amendments for Chapter 25 to be placed on the June 28 regular meeting agenda. Members discussed potential animal shelter fee changes and trash removal at a specific property, though no final votes were recorded on these items during the briefing.
- Authorized placing two Chapter 25 ordinance amendments on the June 28 agenda
- Accepted Fire-Rescue monthly report as information
- Tabled trash removal at 2 Kenwood Drive to the June 28 agenda
Parks & Recreation Commission
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The commission will review reports from the treasurer and director and address old and new business.
The Commission approved the May 2023 minutes. Staff provided updates on the Blue Ridge Rising initiative and the upcoming comprehensive plan revision. Members discussed the potential for pickleball courts at Beverly Manor Middle School.
- Approved May 2023 minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss a budget amendment for FY2023 and a contract amendment for the new courthouse. The meeting includes public hearings regarding road abandonment and right-of-way easements.
- Public hearing on abandonment of State Route 929 (Annex Road)
- Public hearing on Right-of-Way Easement for Maryland Avenue
- FY2023 budget amendment
- Contract amendment for Moseley Architect regarding the new courthouse
- North River Agricultural and Forestal District Renewal
The Board of Supervisors approved a FY2023 budget amendment and a contract amendment for the new courthouse. They also authorized the abandonment of a section of Route 929 and a right-of-way easement for a water line.
- Approved abandonment of 2.3 miles of State Route 929, Annex Road (7-0)
- Approved right-of-way easement on Maryland Avenue for a public water line (7-0)
- Approved FY2023 budget amendment including $686,931.00 in adjustments (7-0)
- Approved $205,900.00 contract amendment for Moseley Architects for the new courthouse (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes from seven meetings and claims paid since May 1, 2023 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four zoning ordinance amendments and one special use permit request. The body will also receive a presentation on the Capital Improvements Plan and Budget.
- Special Use Permit request for a 3 MW small-scale solar energy system on Draft Ave in Stuarts Draft
- Ordinance to update definitions and occupancy rules for extended-stay recreational vehicle parks
- Ordinance to add recycling plants to the County Ordinance and permit them in Public Use Overlay districts
- Presentation on the Capital Improvements Plan and Budget by Deputy County Administrator Jennifer Whetzel
The Planning Commission recommended approval for two ordinance amendments regarding extended-stay RV parks. Two separate requests to define and permit recycling plants were tabled for further study. The commission also held a hearing for a substantial accord determination on the Shenvalee Solar project.
- Recommended approval of ordinance amendment to Section 25-4 regarding extended-stay RV park occupancy definitions (5-0)
- Recommended approval of ordinance amendment to Section 25-74 regarding extended-stay RV park requirements in General Agriculture districts (5-0)
- Tabled request for ordinance amendment to Section 25-4 to add a definition for recycling plants (5-0)
- Tabled request for ordinance amendment to Section 25-492 to permit recycling plants in Public Use Overlay districts (5-0)
- Approved motion to suspend the second sentence of section 3-1 of the Planning Commission By-Laws until August 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from May 9, 2023 meetings (unanimous)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved several special use permits for a short-term rental, a hauling business, a day care center, and an event facility with a primitive campground. Each approval included specific operating conditions and pre-conditions for the applicants.
- Approved short-term rental conversion at 20 Grand Ridge Lane (Unanimous)
- Approved hauling business with outdoor storage at 251 Smithfield Lane (Unanimous)
- Approved day care operation at 935 Jerusalem Chapel Road (Unanimous)
- Approved event facility and primitive campground at 102 Burketown Road (Unanimous)
- Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The agenda for this special meeting consists only of a closed session and adjournment. No public business items are listed.
The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting primarily to address closed session items. The only formal action taken during the public portion of the meeting was a vote regarding the broadcast of the proceedings.
- Approved motion to not livestream the special meeting (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed multiple requests for special use permits across various districts. The board granted conditional approval for several commercial and residential projects while tabling others for future meetings.
- Approved short term vacation rental at 20 Grand Ridge Lane
- Approved hauling business with outdoor storage at 251 Smithfield Lane
- Approved day care at 935 Jerusalem Chapel Road
- Approved event facility and primitive campground at 102 Burketown Road
- Approved small engine repair business at 808 Emmanuel Church Road
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on ordinance amendments and rezoning requests. Key discussions include the establishment of a government animal shelter and changes to how single-family dwelling sizes are measured.
- Proposed Public Use Overlay for a government animal shelter on 20.195 acres at 1011 Lee Hwy in Verona
- Ordinance amendment to Section 25-12 regarding the measurement of single-family dwelling floor area
- Ordinance amendment to Section 25-492 to permit government or municipal animal shelters in Public Use Overlay districts
- Rezoning request by National Developers of Virginia, LLC for 14.276 acres on Route 610 in Stuarts Draft
- Request from Dominion Energy for a power easement on County property for DISH Network
The Board of Supervisors approved a Public Use Overlay to establish a government animal shelter in Verona. Additionally, the Board passed two ordinance amendments regarding single-family dwelling measurements and permitted uses in Public Use Overlay districts.
- Approved ordinance amendment to calculate single-family dwelling size by total floor area of each floor (6-0)
- Approved ordinance amendment allowing government or municipal animal shelters in Public Use Overlay districts (6-0)
- Approved Public Use Overlay for a government animal shelter on 20.195 acres at 1011 Lee Hwy (5-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a staff briefing to receive reports on roads, fire-rescue, and broadband. The meeting includes discussions on a Dominion Energy easement and several rezoning and ordinance amendments.
- Rezoning request from National Developers, LLC
- Request from Dominion Energy for a power easement for DISH Network
- Presentation by All Points Broadband on VATI 2022 project
- Proposed amendments to Section 25-12 and Section 25-492
- Consideration to release ordinance amendments for public hearing
The Board of Supervisors reviewed several staff reports and authorized adding a Dominion Energy easement request and four planning items to the May 24 agenda. The Board also authorized advertising for public hearings on ordinance amendments. No final votes were taken on the substantive proposals discussed.
- Authorized placing Dominion Energy easement request on May 24 agenda
- Authorized placing two ordinance amendments and two rezonings on May 24 agenda
- Authorized advertising for public hearing on ordinance amendments
- Directed staff to provide more detail on emergency response expense recovery ordinance
- Accepted VDOT status report as information
- Accepted Fire-Rescue report as information
- Accepted All Points Broadband presentation as information
- Accepted MS4 update as information
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for this meeting.
The Commission approved the minutes from the April 2023 meeting. Members discussed pickleball court options and the current wording of the Commission's By-Laws, but no formal actions were taken on these items.
- Approved April 2023 minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to receive an update on outstanding performance agreements. The meeting also includes a review of claims paid since April 1, 2023, and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Update on outstanding performance agreements
- Review of claims paid since April 1, 2023
- Approval of March 22, 2023 meeting minutes
The Board of Supervisors approved several small infrastructure funding requests for local libraries and the Churchville Diamond Club. They also decided that the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will determine their own livestreaming policies and supported a temporary location for the CDL program at the Government Center.
- Approved $6,661.29 for Churchville Diamond Club concession equipment
- Approved $3,490.79 for increased hours at Craigsville Library
- Approved funding for a part-time position at Stuarts Draft Library ($7,165.19 from South River and $7,165.18 from Beverley Manor infrastructure accounts)
- Decided livestreaming of Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals meetings shall be decided by those individual boards
- Approved support for the CDL program to use a temporary location at the Government Center
- Approved consent agenda including March 22, 2023 minutes and claims paid since April 1, 2023
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on zoning amendments regarding single-family dwelling measurements and animal shelter permits. The body will also consider a specific Public Use Overlay for a government animal shelter at 1011 Lee Hwy in Verona.
- Proposed amendment to Section 25-12 to measure single-family dwelling size by total floor area of each floor
- Proposed amendment to Section 25-492 to allow government or municipal animal shelters in Public Use Overlay districts
- Request for a Public Use Overlay for a government animal shelter on 20.195 acres at 1011 Lee Hwy in Verona
- Presentation by Augusta Water Executive Director Phil Martin on the Augusta Water Strategic Plan
- Discussion on a revised rezoning application from National Developers, LLC
The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval for two ordinance amendments and a Public Use Overlay for a new government animal shelter. The proposed $2.7 million shelter at 1011 Lee Hwy would relocate the municipal facility from Lyndhurst to Verona Elementary School.
- Recommended approval of ordinance amendment to Section 25-12 regarding single-family dwelling square footage calculation (5-0)
- Recommended approval of ordinance amendment to Section 25-492 to allow government or municipal animal shelters in Public Use Overlay districts (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Public Use Overlay for a government animal shelter at 1011 Lee Hwy (outcome incomplete in text)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed several requests for special use permits and one variance. The body decided on permits for businesses, event facilities, and short-term rentals across various districts.
- Approved special use permits for event facilities at 3912 Stuarts Draft Highway and 2711 Rockfish Road
- Approved short-term vacation rental permits at 691 Crimora Mine Road and 603 Fadley Road
- Approved permits for an asphalt business at 187 Oak Ridge Lane and a vehicle repair shop at 389 Coffman Road
- Denied a front setback variance for 145 Parkersburg Turnpike
- Approved a kennel permit but denied field trial events at 982 Newport Road
The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals approved three special use permits: Lisa Jo Roberts can increase event attendees to 50 (small) and 100 (large) with limits; Thomas K. and Leanne Patterson can operate an agri-tourism venue with conditions; Terry L. Edwards can operate a short-term vacation rental with up to 10 events per year. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Lisa Jo Roberts' special use permit amendment to increase event attendees to 50 (small) and 100 (large) with limits on events per week and month (unanimous)
- Approved Thomas K. and Leanne Patterson's special use permit for agri-tourism venue with pre-conditions (VDOT, health, septic) and operating limits (30 events/year, 100 people/event) (unanimous)
- Approved Terry L. Edwards' special use permit for short-term vacation rental with up to 10 events/year, max 75 people/event, and 10 p.m. curfew (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from April 6, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider the proposed budget for FY2023-2024 and the revised budget for FY2022-2023. The meeting includes a proposal to increase the real estate tax rate from $0.63 to $0.64. The Board will also hold public hearings on four zoning and land use requests.
- Proposed real estate tax rate increase from $0.63 to $0.64
- Public Use Overlay request for a school at 81 Quicks Mill Rd
- Rezone request from General Business to Single Family Residential at 15 West High St. Lot B
- Rezone request from Single Family Residential to General Business at Schneider Park on Wayne Ave.
- Contract award to Tyler Technologies for ERP (financial) software
The Board of Supervisors approved four land-use requests, including a school relocation and a residential rezoning. They also authorized a contract for ERP financial software and approved grants for tourism and fire-rescue services.
- Approved Public Use Overlay for Keys Academy school at 81 Quicks Mill Rd (7-0)
- Approved proffer amendment for additional entrance at Tinkling Spring Rd and Goose Creek Rd (7-0)
- Approved rezoning to Single Family Residential at 15 West High St Lot B (7-0)
- Approved rezoning to General Business at Schneider Park on Wayne Ave (7-0)
- Approved Tourism Grant Program contribution agreement not to exceed $50,000 (7-0)
- Approved resolution for regional grant to access state opioid funds (7-0)
- Approved contract award to Tyler Technologies for ERP financial software (7-0)
- Approved Fire-Rescue Fund Grants totaling $50,000 split among five agencies (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a staff briefing to discuss a contract award for ERP financial software and a regional radio project memorandum. The meeting includes a presentation on courthouse financing and a resolution for state opioid funds. Four rezoning requests will be addressed during public hearings.
- Contract award to Tyler Technologies for ERP (financial) software
- Rezoning requests for Hughes Boardwalk, LLC, Wilson Investments, LLC, F&P Homes, LLC, and Stuarts Draft Ruritan Charities
- Resolution for regional grant to access state opioid funds
- Contribution Agreement for Tourism Grant Program
- Memorandum of Understanding for Regional Radio Project
The Board of Supervisors held a staff briefing to review several items for future action. Most substantive matters were authorized to be placed on the April 26, 2023, regular meeting agenda. The Board also accepted reports on VDOT roads and fire-rescue services as information.
- Authorized placing Tourism Grant Program Contribution Agreement on April 26 agenda
- Accepted VDOT status report of April 21, 2023, as information
- Accepted monthly Fire-Rescue report as information
- Authorized placing Fire-Rescue Strategic Plan and Fund Grant recommendations on April 26 agenda
- Accepted courthouse financing presentation as information
- Authorized placing regional opioid fund grant resolution on April 26 agenda
- Authorized placing Regional Radio Project MOU on April 26 agenda
- Authorized placing Tyler Technologies ERP software contract and four rezoning requests on April 26 agenda
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.
The Commission approved the March 2023 meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on new office construction and several inquiries regarding pickleball courts and playground upgrades. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved March 2023 minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors interviewed three candidates for the South River District vacancy. After a closed session and a review of previous meeting video, the Board voted to appoint Carolyn Bragg to serve the unexpired term.
- Approved appointment of Carolyn Bragg to the South River District (6-0)
- Approved motion to select a candidate during the meeting (4-2)
- Entered closed session to discuss prospective candidates (5-1)
- Approved motion to review and discuss video from March 22, 2023 meeting (6-0)
- Denied motion to restrict closed session to discussion only and not appoint today (2-4)
- Denied motion to recess to review previous meeting video (2-4)
- Denied motion to adjourn until April 26, 2023 (2-4)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding the revised 2022-2023 budget, the proposed 2023-2024 budget, and 2023 tax rates. The body will also consider a construction management contract for the new county courthouse.
- Proposed real estate tax rate change from $0.63 to $.064
- Proposed 2023-2024 budget and revised 2022-2023 budget
- Construction management services with Skanska for the new courthouse for $1,497,234
- HVAC unit replacement funding and lease revision for Verona Community Food Pantry
- Resolution to include auxiliary sheriff deputies as employees for workers' compensation
The Board of Supervisors approved a contract with Skanska for construction management services for the new Augusta County Courthouse. Public hearings were held regarding the 2022-2023 revised budget, the 2023-2024 proposed budget, and a proposed real estate tax rate increase.
- Approved $1,497,234.00 construction management contract with Skanska for new courthouse (6-0)
- Adopted National Library Week proclamation (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Augusta County Planning Commission will review requests for rezoning, proffer amendments, and a Public Use Overlay. The body will also determine if a proposed 3 MW solar energy system is in substantial accord with the Comprehensive Plan.
- Public Use Overlay for a school on 1.93 acres at 81 Quicks Mill Rd, Verona
- Proffer amendment for an additional entrance onto Tinkling Spring Rd (Rte. 285)
- Rezone 0.21 acres at 15 West High St. Lot B from General Business to Single Family Residential
- Rezone 2.42 acres at Schneider Park on Wayne Ave. from Single Family Residential to General Business
- Substantial accord determination for a 3 MW solar energy system on 25 acres in Fishersville
The Planning Commission approved four land-use requests, including a school overlay and two rezoning applications. The commission also voted 4-3 to find a 3 MW solar energy system request in substantial accord with the comprehensive plan.
- Approved Public Use Overlay for a school at 81 Quicks Mill Rd (Unanimous)
- Approved proffer amendment for additional entrance at Tinkling Spring Rd. and Goose Creek Rd. (Unanimous)
- Approved rezoning from General Business to Single Family Residential at 15 West High St. (Unanimous)
- Approved rezoning from Single Family Residential to General Business at Schneider Park (6-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved substantial accord determination for 3 MW solar energy system between Goose Creek Rd and Jefferson Highway (4-3)
- Approved minutes from March 14, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed several requests for special use permits and variances across various districts. The body decided on approvals with conditions for businesses and residential rentals.
- Special Use Permit for Mountain View RV, LLC for outdoor storage and display on Stuarts Draft Highway
- Special Use Permits for short term vacation rentals at 149 River Lane and 1799 Barrenridge Road
- Special Use Permit for Shields Self Storage, LLC to construct mini-warehouse units at 120 Parkview Drive
- Variance from Floodplain Overlay requirement for Holsinger Farms, LLC at 656 East Side Highway
- Variance for lot area and setback requirements at 1885 Barrenridge Road to settle an estate
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved several requests for short-term rentals, commercial storage, and agricultural expansions. All motions carried unanimously, including a two-year extension for a property maintenance business permit.
- Approved Mountain View RV, LLC special use permit for 4 RV storage spaces (unanimous)
- Approved Zachary T. Swanson special use permit for short-term rental at 149 River Lane (unanimous)
- Approved Timothy and Dina Flick special use permit for short-term rental at 1799 Barrenridge Road (unanimous)
- Approved Trevor Clifton and Derek Collier request to increase commercial vehicles and remove firewood sales (unanimous)
- Approved Shields Self Storage, LLC special use permit for 8 additional mini-warehouse units (unanimous)
- Approved Tim Snyder special use permit for up to 25 U-Haul vehicles/trailers (unanimous)
- Approved Holsinger Farms, LLC variance from Floodplain Overlay to expand a barn (unanimous)
- Approved Arthur C. Lawhorne Estate variance for lot area and setback requirements (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to review the county's financial planning and budget. Discussions include revenues, expenditures, and tax rates.
- Five-year financial plan overview
- Revenues and expenditures review
- School Board and agencies budget update
- Capital budget discussion
- Tax rates and fees review
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors reviewed the FY2023-24 General Fund and School budgets. They approved advertising a real estate tax rate of $0.64 per $100 to fund a public safety camera bundle. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for April 12, 2023.
- Approved advertising the Real Estate tax rate at $0.64 per $100.00 to fund body cameras (4-2)
- Entered closed session to discuss County Administrator and County Attorney personnel matters (6-0)
- Certified closed session discussions were limited to lawfully exempted public business (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss a Fire-Rescue Strategic Plan and an FY2024 Arts Grant. A public hearing regarding a rezoning request for National Developers of Virginia, LLC has been deferred to May 24, 2023.
- Fire-Rescue Strategic Plan request
- FY2024 Arts Grant
- Deferred rezoning request for 14.276 acres on Route 610 in Stuarts Draft
- Approval of January 25, 2023 meeting minutes
The Board of Supervisors approved the FY2024 Arts Grant and a proclamation for National Public Health Week. Members voted to remove the 7:30 p.m. and online sign-up requirements for public speaking and to livestream interviews for the South River District open seat. The Fire-Rescue Strategic Plan was tabled for further discussion.
- Approved National Public Health Week Proclamation (6-0)
- Approved FY2024 Arts Grant (6-0)
- Tabled Fire-Rescue Strategic Plan until April 24, 2023 (6-0)
- Discontinued 7:30 p.m. and online sign-up for public speaking (4-2)
- Approved livestreaming interviews for South River District open seat (4-2)
- Approved January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Deferred National Developers of Virginia, LLC rezoning public hearing to May 24, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a staff briefing to receive reports on VDOT roads, fire and rescue, and economic development. The body will also review the FY2024 Arts Grant and a recycling committee report.
- FY2024 Arts Grant
- National Developers of Virginia, LLC rezoning (requested deferral)
- Fire and Rescue Strategic Plan Update
- Recycling Committee Annual Report
- Economic Development Report
The Board of Supervisors processed a resignation and authorized a grant for planning at Afton Mountain. They also accepted reports from VDOT and Fire and Rescue and approved a rezoning deferral.
- Accepted resignation of South River District Supervisor Steve Morelli
- Authorized $31,600 grant for planning at Afton Mountain using Tourism operating funds
- Authorized 60-day deferral request for National Developers of Virginia, LLC rezoning
- Authorized placing Fire-Rescue Strategic Plan Update on March 22 agenda
- Accepted VDOT status report as information
- Accepted Fire and Rescue monthly report as information
- Approved motion to enter and exit closed session (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The meeting consisted of administrative updates regarding county infrastructure, broadband, and school construction. No formal votes were taken or decisions finalized during this session.
Parks & Recreation Commission
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for this meeting.
The Commission approved the February 2023 meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on seasonal hiring, Government Center renovations, and a potential federally funded grant for trail improvements. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved February 2023 minutes (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Augusta County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two rezoning requests. The body will also receive staff reports on the 2022 Annual Report and a request for proposals for the Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy.
- Public hearing for 14.276 acres (TMP 084 77 portion) to rezone from Single Family Residential to General Agriculture in Stuarts Draft
- Public hearing for 48.025 acres (TMP 082 75B) to rezone from General Agriculture to General Business for a warehouse and distribution center in Greenville
- Staff report on Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategy Request for Proposals
- Staff report on Planning Commission 2022 Annual Report
The Planning Commission unanimously denied a request to rezone 14.276 acres from Single Family Residential to General Agriculture and amend proffers for the Shannon Lea Subdivision. The commission also approved a 60-day deferral for a request from Augusta County Company, LLC.
- Denied rezoning of 14.276 acres to General Agriculture and proffer amendments for National Developers of Virginia, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved 60-day deferral request from Augusta County Company, LLC (Unanimous)
- Approved December 2022, January 2023, and February 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved 2022 Planning Commission Annual Report (Unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider resolutions regarding the abandonment of Old Route 42, Scenic Highway, and Iron Works Road. The body will also review a resolution for inclusion in an opioid settlement and receive a staff presentation on a community survey.
- Resolution of support for abandonment of Old Route 42
- Abandonment and replacement of segments of Scenic Highway (Route 42) and Iron Works Road (Route 809)
- Resolution for inclusion in opioid settlement
- Discussion of FY2024 Arts Grant application
- Review of claims paid since February 1, 2023
The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution to participate in national opioid settlements and authorized several road abandonments and additions. The Board also voted to livestream all future worksessions and appointed members to various county commissions.
- Approved resolution for inclusion in national opioid settlements (7-0)
- Approved resolution of support for abandonment of 0.14 mile of old Route 42 (7-0)
- Approved abandonments and replacement segments for Route 42 and Route 809 (7-0)
- Approved livestreaming of all worksessions (5-2)
- Approved proclamation of March 2023 as Red Cross Month (6-0)
- Re-appointed Leah Thomas (Economic Development Authority) and David Kirby (Recycling Committee) (7-0)
- Appointed Kevin Phillips to Ag Industry Board (7-0) and Anne Gordon to Parks & Recreation Commission (7-0)
- Approved staff to approach two new entities regarding Arts Grant funding (5-2)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed several special use permit requests. The board granted conditional approval for a short-term rental and a wedding venue, and approved a permit for auction sales and vehicle storage.
- Special Use Permit for short term vacation rental at 118 Hall School Road (Approved w/conditions)
- Special Use Permit for weddings and special events at 1695 Fadley Road (Approved w/conditions)
- Special Use Permit for Enlisted Auctions on White Hill Road for online sales and outdoor storage (Approved w/conditions)
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three special use permits for a short-term rental, a wedding venue, and an online auction site. Each approval included specific operating conditions and pre-conditions. The board also approved the minutes from the February 2, 2023, meeting.
- Approved short-term vacation rental at 118 Hall School Road (unanimous)
- Approved wedding and special event venue at 1695 Fadley Road (unanimous)
- Approved online auction sales and outdoor storage for Enlisted Auctions (unanimous)
- Approved February 2, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss updating the definition of single-family dwelling sizes and permitting government animal shelters in Public Use Overlay districts. The body is also considering a specific request to relocate a government animal shelter to a 20.195-acre site in Verona.
- Proposed ordinance to measure single-family dwelling size by 'total floor area of each floor'
- Proposed ordinance to allow government or municipal animal shelters in Public Use Overlay districts
- Request for Public Use Overlay for a government animal shelter at 1011 Lee Hwy in Verona
- Rezoning request for 14.276 acres at Shannon Lea Subdivision from Single Family Residential to General Agriculture
- Request from Dominion Energy for a power easement on County property for DISH Network access
Board of Supervisors
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will review a revitalization resolution for the Overlook Ridge multi-family development. The Board will also consider adding two street sections to the secondary road system. A staff report on the library will be presented.
- Revitalization resolution for Overlook Ridge multi-family development
- Acceptance of Bridgeport Phase 2 Section 2 into the secondary road system
- Acceptance of Spring Lakes Phase 2, Section 7 into the secondary road system
- Library annual report
The Board of Supervisors approved a resolution designating a site in Stuarts Draft as a revitalization area to assist a developer in securing low-income tax credits for an 80-unit affordable housing property. The Board also approved the consent agenda and appointed a new member to the Planning Commission.
- Approved revitalization resolution for Overlook Ridge multi-family development (5-2)
- Approved January 11 and January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved acceptance of Bridgeport Phase 2, Section 2 into secondary road system
- Approved acceptance of Spring Lakes Phase 2, Section 7 into secondary road system
- Appointed David Henderson to the Planning Commission for a term expiring June 30, 2026
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet for a staff briefing to receive reports on roads, fire and rescue, and economic development. Members will discuss a revitalization resolution for the Overlook Ridge multi-family development and an FY2024 Arts Grant application.
- Overlook Ridge multi-family development revitalization resolution
- FY2024 Arts Grant application
- Street Addition-Bridgeport Phase 2 Section 2
- Street Addition-Spring Lakes Phase 2, Section 7
- Regional Radio Project update
The Board of Supervisors reviewed staff reports on VDOT, fire and rescue, and regional radio. They authorized two street additions and a revitalization resolution for the Overlook Ridge multi-family development to be placed on the February 22, 2023, agenda.
- Authorized Street Addition-Bridgeport Phase 2, Section 2 for Feb 22 Consent Agenda
- Authorized Street Addition-Spring Lakes Phase 2, Section 7 for Feb 22 Consent Agenda
- Authorized Overlook Ridge multi-family development revitalization resolution for Feb 22 agenda
- Requested FY2024 Arts Grant be placed on March 20, 2023 Staff Briefing agenda
- Accepted VDOT status report as information
- Accepted Fire and Rescue year-end report as information
- Accepted Regional Radio Project presentation as information
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission is meeting to discuss budget revisions for fiscal year 2023 and the requested budget for fiscal year 2024. Other items include reports from the treasurer and director.
- FY23 Budget Revisions
- New FY24 Requested Budget
The Commission unanimously approved the January 2023 meeting minutes and endorsed the draft budget revisions for FY23 and requests for FY24. Staff reported that the Crimora Park boat launch project is currently out to bid.
- Approved January 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Endorsed FY23 budget revisions and FY24 budget requests (Unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Commission held a work session to discuss the solar energy system ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan. Two Special Use Permit requests were presented for consideration by the Board of Zoning Appeals. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.
- Discussed Chapter 25, Division A, Article VI.D. Solar Energy System
- Presented Special Use Permit request for short term rental at 118 Hall School Rd to BZA
- Presented Special Use Permit request for special events venue at 1695 Fadley Road to BZA
Board of Supervisors
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to discuss changes to the zoning ordinance concerning domestic chickens in Rural Residential districts. The Board will also consider a SmartScale application support letter.
- Public hearing on ordinance amendment to Section 25-123 regarding domestic chickens
- Consideration of a SmartScale application support letter
The Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to the domestic chicken ordinance for Rural Residential Districts, increasing the number of allowed hens. The Board also approved a support letter for a City of Waynesboro shared-use path grant application.
- Approved ordinance amendment for domestic chickens, allowing 6 hens for lots 2-5 acres and 12 hens for lots 5+ acres (5-2)
- Approved support letter for City of Waynesboro RAISE Grant for a 1.3-mile shared use path (7-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from December 14, 2022, and January 4, 2023 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed several requests for special use permits across various districts. The body decided on permits for businesses, residential care, and land use amendments.
- Approved excavating business with outdoor storage at 155 Miller Road
- Approved residential care facility on north side of White Hill Road
- Denied request for weddings, special events, and food trucks at 277 Thorofare Road
- Approved concrete batching plant on southeast side of Jericho Road
- Approved amendment to impact designated wetland along south side of Wayne Avenue
The Board approved several special use permits, including a concrete batching plant and a 75-unit residential care facility. A request for a wedding venue was denied due to road safety concerns, and a motor vehicle repair shop permit was cancelled for violations. One auction site request was tabled for 30 days.
- Approved concrete batching plant for Chaney Enterprises with 100' setbacks (Unanimous)
- Approved 75-unit residential care facility for Mint Spring Development, LLC (Unanimous)
- Denied wedding and special events permit for Douglas J. Napier due to road safety (Unanimous)
- Approved short-term vacation rental for Samuel and Jessica Boppe (Unanimous)
- Approved carport enclosure for Jacob W. Back (Unanimous)
- Approved special events permit for AMA Alumni Foundation, Inc. limited to 15 events per year (Unanimous)
- Cancelled Special Use Permit #21-16 for Adam and Rebecca Hall due to violations (Unanimous)
- Tabled Enlisted Auctions special use permit for 30 days (Unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss emergency equipment purchases and revenue rates. The board will consider a funding request for the Mount Solon Volunteer Fire Department and review the Board Rules of Order.
- Purchase of heavy squad truck replacement for $1,736,617.00
- Funding request of $16,175.93 for Mount Solon Volunteer Fire Department
- Consideration of Revenue Recover rate increase
- Rezoning request for 1357 Jefferson Highway (WITHDRAWN)
- Review of Board Rules of Order
The Board of Supervisors approved a $1,736,617.00 purchase for a heavy squad truck replacement and an increase to ambulance Revenue Recovery rates. They also approved funding for vehicle stabilization equipment and adopted the original Rules of Order.
- Approved Revenue Recovery rate increase effective Jan 1, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved $1,736,617.00 purchase of heavy squad truck from Atlantic Emergency Solutions Manufacturing/Pierce (6-1)
- Adopted original Board Rules of Order (7-0)
- Approved $16,175.93 funding request for Mount Solon Volunteer Fire Department vehicle stabilization equipment (7-0)
- Appointed Alidia Vane to the Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission through June 30, 2023 (7-0)
- Denied motion to issue new RFP for fire rescue apparatus (3-4)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet for a staff briefing to discuss financial reports, strategic plans, and emergency service funding. The session includes a review of a previously tabled vehicle purchase and a rezoning request in Fishersville.
- Purchase of heavy squad truck replacement for $1,736,617.00
- Funding request of $16,175.93 for Mount Solon Volunteer Fire Department
- Rezoning request for 3 acres of a 4.5-acre parcel at 1357 Jefferson Highway
- Discussion of Revenue Recovery rate increase
- Review of Quarterly Financial Report
The Board of Supervisors held a staff briefing to review reports and determine which items would move to the regular meeting agenda. No final approvals for funding or rezoning were made during this session.
- Authorized placing $1,736,617.00 heavy squad truck replacement on Jan 25 agenda
- Authorized placing Revenue Recovery rate increase on Jan 25 agenda
- Authorized placing Board Rules of Order on Jan 25 agenda
- Authorized placing $16,175.93 Mount Solon Volunteer Fire Department funding request on Jan 25 agenda
- Authorized placing Strategic Plan updates on Jan 26 agenda
- Authorized placing 1857 Jefferson Highway rezoning request on Jan 25 agenda
- Accepted VDOT status report as information
- Accepted Fire and Rescue year-end report as information
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission is meeting to elect officers for 2023 and review reports from the treasurer and director. The agenda consists of procedural items and general business.
- Election of Officers for New Year (2023)
The Commission elected Samantha Bosserman as Chair and Larry Curry as Vice Chair for 2023. The body also approved the December 2022 meeting minutes. Staff reported that online camping reservations for Natural Chimneys generated over $45,000 in fees on the day they opened.
- Elected Samantha Bosserman as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Larry Curry as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Approved December 2022 minutes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several infrastructure funding requests and facility renovations. The meeting includes appointments for 2023 committees and commissions. Members will consider multiple contracts for public works and emergency equipment.
- Contract for Government Center renovations to Lantz Construction Company for $3,124,900 plus a $312,490 contingency
- Purchase of heavy squad truck replacement for $1,736,617
- Verona Elementary renovation services for $131,747
- New Hope Community Center roof repairs for $11,955
- Stuarts Draft fire hydrant funding for $6,000
The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure funding requests and awarded a construction contract for the Government Center. They also appointed members to various 2023 committees and commissions. A request for a new heavy squad truck was postponed for further discussion.
- Awarded Government Center renovation contract to Lantz Construction Company for $3,124,900 plus a 10% contingency
- Approved $131,747 for Verona Elementary renovation to relocate the animal shelter
- Approved $11,955 for New Hope Community Center roof repairs
- Approved $6,000 for a fire hydrant installation in Stuarts Draft
- Postponed purchase of $1,736,617 heavy squad truck to January 23, 2023 briefing
- Appointed members to Local Emergency Planning Commission, Agriculture and Forestal District Committee, and Audit Committee
- Approved consent agenda including minutes from October and November 2022 and claims paid since December 1, 2022
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Rural Residential (RR) Districts zoning ordinance. The changes focus on the number of chickens allowed per parcel and the administrative requirements for permits. The body will also consider a 2023 meeting schedule and inclement weather resolution.
- Proposed increase of chickens to 6 per parcel for lots 2-5 acres and 12 per parcel for lots 5+ acres
- Proposed removal of requirements for chicken coops, pens, and identification bands
- Proposed removal of annual permit renewals and adjacent landowner notification requirements
- Proposed 25-foot setback from property lines for chicken structures
- 2023 Meeting Schedule and Inclement Weather Resolution
The Planning Commission reviewed a proposed amendment to the Rural Residential (RR) zoning ordinance regarding domestic chickens. The commission voted to send the amendment to the Board of Supervisors with several specific recommendations to retain certain restrictions.
- Approved minutes from December 13, 2022 (unanimous)
- Recommended ordinance amendment for domestic chickens to Board of Supervisors with modifications (unanimous)
- Adopted 2023 meeting schedule and Inclement Weather resolution (unanimous)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals reviewed multiple requests for Special Use Permits for businesses and land use. The body decided on permits for a building expansion, a lawn care business, farm equipment sales, and a primitive campground.
- Approved Special Use Permit for building size increase at 451 Battlefield Road
- Approved Special Use Permit for lawn care and snow removal business on Lyndhurst Road
- Approved Special Use Permit for farm equipment sales and repair at 3047 East Side Highway
- Approved Special Use Permit for a primitive campground at 284 Middle River Road
- Approved kennel use but tabled dog training and field trial events at 982 Newport Road
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved special use permits for a barn addition, a lawn care business, a farm equipment repair service, and a primitive campground. One request for an excavating business was withdrawn, and a request for dog training events was tabled.
- Approved L-shaped barn addition for Stephen A. and Margaret O. Riley (unanimous)
- Approved lawn care and snow removal business for Kevin Losh/KB&T, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved farm equipment sales and repair for Doug Huffman (unanimous)
- Approved two primitive campsites for James E. Wenger (unanimous)
- Tabled dog training and field trial request for Kevin S. or Leslie C. Whitney (unanimous)
- Approved 90-day extension of time for Nick Collins/WCC Real Estate, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved 2022 Annual Report (unanimous)
- Withdrawn: Excavating business request for Kevin S. and Amber N. May
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to establish leadership and operational procedures for 2023. The body will elect its officers and determine its meeting and tiebreaker protocols.
- Election of Chairman
- Election of Vice-Chairman
- Approval of the 2023 Board meeting schedule
- Adoption of a tiebreaker procedure per Section 15.2-1421
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to establish leadership and operational procedures for 2023. The session focuses on internal governance and scheduling.
- Election of Chairman
- Election of Vice-Chairman
- Approval of 2023 Board meeting schedule
- Adoption of tiebreaker procedure per Section 15.2-1421
The Board held its organizational meeting to appoint leadership positions and establish the 2023 calendar. The Board also decided against appointing a tiebreaker and re-appointed a member to the Shenandoah Valley Airport Commission.
- Appointed Michael Shull as Chairman for 2023 (6-0-1)
- Appointed Jeffrey Slaven as Vice-Chairman for 2023 (6-0-1)
- Adopted the 2023 Board Meeting Schedule and resolution (7-0)
- Decided not to adopt a tiebreaker for 2023 (7-0)
- Re-appointed Mr. Garber to the Shenandoah Valley Airport Commission through December 31, 2025 (5-0-1)