Bedford, VA

Town Council

Planning Commission

The Bedford Planning Commission will continue its review of the Subdivision Ordinance as unfinished business. New business includes legislative land use changes and the Floodplain Ordinance. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Continuation of Subdivision Ordinance review
• Legislative Land Use Changes
• Floodplain Ordinance

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Bedford Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a zoning variance at 617 Westview Avenue under Section 802.02.a. The board will hear presentations from the zoning administrator and the applicant, take public comments, debate, and then act on the request. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from March 26, 2026, and other business.

• Public hearing on zoning variance for 617 Westview Avenue
• Zoning administrator presentation
• Applicant presentation
• Board debate and action on variance request
• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2026

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the Bedford Middle School project, Municipal Building HVAC repairs, changing South Street to two-way traffic between Main and Washington, and the transfer station franchise. The regular meeting will include a public hearing and consent agenda item to close Washington Street for National Night Out, plus a closed session on a public contract award.

• Discussion of changing South Street to two-way traffic between Main and Washington
• Update on Municipal Building HVAC repairs
• Status of Bedford Middle School project
• Request to close Washington Street for National Night Out on October 6, 2026, 5-8 p.m.
• Closed session to discuss public contract award and terms

Planning Commission

The Bedford Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: a zoning amendment to allow medium-density residential development on Kingston Circle, and a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 517 Longwood Avenue. The commission will also receive staff reports on proposed updates to subdivision and floodplain ordinances.

• Public hearing on rezoning from R-1 to R-2 for a residential development on Kingston Circle (Tax Parcel 135-A-6T) by D3 Legacy Builders, LLC
• Public hearing on a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 517 Longwood Avenue by Rebecca V. Arline and J. Matthew Davidson
• Staff report on proposed amendments to subdivision and floodplain ordinances (materials to be handed out at meeting)
• Summary of legislative land use changes that may affect local ordinances

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a request to rezone a property from R-1 to R-3 to allow for smaller lot sizes. The body will also consider street closures for the Bedford Centerfest event.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone Tax Map Number 214-A-132T from R-1 to R-3 for Piedmont Developments, LLC
• Request to close multiple downtown streets for Bedford Centerfest on September 19, 2026
• Proposed alteration of pavement marking on Longwood Avenue

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings and vote on conditional use permits for a bed and breakfast and a homestay. The body will also address budget amendments for grants and various contract assignments.

• Conditional use permit for a bed and breakfast at 517 Longwood Avenue (Tax Parcel 194-12-1T)
• Conditional use permit for a homestay at 725 Longwood Avenue (Tax Parcel 175-A-44-T)
• Budget amendment for AARP Community Challenge Grant 2026
• Budget amendment for Otter Bus Grant 2026
• Operation contract assignment for Bedford Otter Bus

The Bedford Town Council approved conditional use permits for a bed and breakfast at 517 Longwood Avenue and a homestay at 725 Longwood Avenue, the latter with three conditions. It also authorized the assignment of the Bedford Otter Bus operation contract from Ride Source to Virginia Regional Transit, approved a $266,777.67 refund to Bedford County for bank franchise tax overpayments, and accepted an AARP grant for a downtown parklet. All votes were 6-0 except the homestay, which passed 4-2.

• Approved bed and breakfast conditional use permit at 517 Longwood Avenue (6-0)
• Approved homestay conditional use permit at 725 Longwood Avenue with 3 conditions (4-2)
• Authorized Otter Bus contract assignment to Virginia Regional Transit (6-0)
• Approved $266,777.67 refund to Bedford County for bank franchise tax overpayments (6-0)
• Accepted $10,926 AARP Community Challenge Grant for downtown parklet (6-0)
• Approved $258,714 budget amendment for Otter Bus grant (6-0)
• Approved intent to award conservation easement advisory contract to Conservation Partners (6-0)
• Approved updated Equal Opportunity Employer Statement (6-0)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will consider approving the May 8, 2026 minutes, hear staff and attorney reports, and review an incentive application for a façade and sign grant at 118 East Main Street. Old business includes a final-draft discussion of the Business Development Center Study.

• Incentive application: 118 East Main Street – Downtown Façade and Sign Grant – Awning
• Discussion of Business Development Center Study final draft
• Approval of May 8, 2026 minutes
• Financial reports from town staff

Redevelopment & Housing Authority

The Bedford Redevelopment & Housing Authority will review action on the FY27 Budget and discuss a donation of funds to Mission Serve. The meeting includes approval of June 2026 minutes and consent agenda items such as financial reports.

• Review action on the FY27 Budget
• Discussion of donation of funds to Mission Serve
• Approval of minutes from June 11, 2026
• Consent agenda includes financial reports

Town Council

The Town of Bedford's regular Town Council meeting scheduled for July 7, 2026, has been cancelled because there is no new business to address. The next regular meeting will be held on July 21, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Bedford Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two requests for conditional use permits: one for a "Homestay" at 725 Longwood Avenue and one for a "Bed and breakfast lodging" at 517 Longwood Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from May 7, 2026, and standard procedural items. No other substantive business is listed.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit by Tracy B. Travis for Homestay at 725 Longwood Avenue (Tax Parcel 175-A-44-T)
• Public hearing for conditional use permit by Rebecca V. Arline and J. Matthew Davidson for Bed and breakfast lodging at 517 Longwood Avenue (Tax Parcel 194-12-1T)
• Approval of minutes from May 7, 2026 meeting

The Bedford Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for a homestay at 725 Longwood Avenue, with conditions addressing neighbor concerns about property boundaries and events. It also voted 6-0 to recommend approval of a bed and breakfast permit at 517 Longwood Avenue, with no conditions. Both recommendations will go to the Town Council for final decision.

• Recommended approval of homestay conditional use permit at 725 Longwood Ave (6-0)
• Recommended approval of bed and breakfast conditional use permit at 517 Longwood Ave (6-0)
• Approved May 7, 2026 minutes as presented (6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on a mid-fiscal-year budget amendment transferring $590,779 across departments to cover projected shortfalls, and decide between two cooling system options for the 215 East Main Street Municipal Building. A $10,000 HEAT grant for police department flock equipment will also be accepted. The council will also consider resolutions for federal transit and AARP grants and may enter closed sessions to discuss land acquisition and personnel.

• Budget amendment transferring $590,779 from various accounts to cover deficits in police, streets, municipal building, and other departments
• Selection of a DX split cooling system (estimated $300,000 over 20 years) over a chilled water system ($376,000) for the Municipal Building HVAC renovation
• Acceptance of a $10,000 HEAT grant for police flock equipment
• Resolution to accept FTA Section 5311 program funding for the Bedford Otter Bus
• Resolution to accept the AARP Community Challenge Grant 2026

Town Council approved a budget amendment to accept a $10,000 HEAT grant for police equipment and a separate amendment to transfer funds to balance the FY2026 budget. Council also authorized a temporary street closure for a police department demonstration. The meeting included reports on new police officers and IT infrastructure.

• Approved closure of Gold Street on August 7, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a Cop Camp crash scene demo (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment to accept $10,000 HEAT Program Grant for flock equipment/service (7-0)
• Approved budget amendment to transfer funds and appropriate budget to balance FY2026 expenditures

Redevelopment & Housing Authority

The Bedford Redevelopment & Housing Authority will hold a public hearing to receive citizen views on its proposed FY27 budget, then consider final approval. The budget totals $28,000, with $27,000 allocated to grants and $1,000 to legal costs. Other items include approval of March 12 meeting minutes and consent agenda financial reports.

• Public hearing on proposed FY27 budget ($28,000 total, $27,000 for grants)
• Final approval of FY27 budget

The Authority adopted a sliding-scale income eligibility policy based on HUD 60% limits. It also conditionally approved the FY27 budget to account for $30,000 in revenue from a South Street property sale.

• Approved March 12, 2026, minutes (6-0)
• Conditionally adopted FY27 budget pending $30,000 South Street sale amendment (6-0)
• Adopted HUD 60% income limit sliding-scale eligibility policy (6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting an ordinance to amend the BPOL tax rate for retailers, adding a $0.20 per $100 rate on gross receipts over $10 million. They will also vote on the FY 2026-2027 budget totaling $44,813,561, covering all town funds. Other business includes approving an RFP for conservation easement advisory services.

• Public hearing and ordinance on BPOL tax rate change: new $0.20 per $100 rate for retailers with over $10M in gross receipts
• Ordinance to adopt FY 2026-2027 budget: $44.8M total (General Fund $11.3M, Electric Fund $30.3M, others)
• Proposal to issue RFP for Conservation Easement Advisory Services
• Approval of minutes, committee reports, and other routine items

The council approved the minutes from the May 19, 2026 meeting. Motions to allow Councilmen Darryl Updike and Dwight Evans to participate via Zoom were each carried with five ayes. The council adopted Ordinance No. 26-6, amending the Business, Professional & Occupational Licensing tax rates for retailers, with seven ayes.

• Approved May 19, 2026 council minutes (as submitted) – unanimous approval
• Approved motion to allow Councilman Darryl Updike to join via Zoom – 5 ayes
• Approved motion to allow Councilman Dwight Evans to join via Zoom – 5 ayes
• Adopted Ordinance No. 26‑6 amending retailer BPOL tax rates – 7 ayes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The general fund budget totals $11,323,498 in revenue and expenditures. The Council may also enter a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding potential litigation involving real property. Other routine administrative items, including approval of minutes and reports, are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on proposed budget for FY 2026-2027 (General Fund $11,323,498, Electric Fund $30,252,607)
• General Fund expenditures: Public Safety $4,364,008, Public Works $4,539,836
• Electric Fund capital projects: $2,155,000
• General Fund capital projects: $260,960
• Closed session pursuant to Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(7) for legal consultation on real property litigation

The Town Council held a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget and discussed the electric department's declining reserves and financial challenges. The council agreed to review a multi-year projection and explore strategic options, including the potential sale of the department.

• Approved May 5 and May 2 council minutes
• Opened public hearing for FY 2026-27 budget
• Requested staff provide 5-to-6-year electric fund projection
• Requested staff compile legal/financial information library
• Urged hard budget review within six months

Economic Development Authority

The Bedford Economic Development Authority will consider and vote on its FY2 02 7 budget. It will also review the final draft of the Business Development Center study prepared by Cambrian Development. Additional agenda items include incentive applications and requests, and reports from town staff and the attorney.

• FY2 02 7 EDA Budget Discussion and Adoption (Action)
• Business Development Center Study – Final Draft discussion – Cambrian Development
• Incentive Applications and Requests
• Financial Reports and Joint EDA Meeting Recap (Town Staff Reports)

The Authority approved the FY2027 budget, which includes transferring the marketing budget to the EDA. Discussions included potential natural gas extensions for the Winoa facility and a proposal for a full-time business coordinator position.

• Approved March 13, 2026, minutes (6-0)
• Adopted FY2027 EDA Budget with marketing budget transfer (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Bedford Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Piedmont Developments, LLC to rezone a parcel (214-A-132T) from R-1, Low Density Residential District to R-3, High Density Residential District with conditional proffers to reduce lot size for two single-family dwellings at the corner of South Street, Ridge Street, and Otey Street. The Commission will also vote on approving the minutes from April 2, 2026.

• Request to rezone tax parcel 214-A-132T from R-1 to R-3 with conditional proffers for reduced lot size
• Two single-family dwellings proposed at corner of South, Ridge, and Otey Streets
• Petitioner: Piedmont Developments, LLC
• Public hearing scheduled for this item
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026 meeting

The Bedford Planning Commission voted 5-1 to recommend denying a request by Piedmont Developments, LLC to rezone a 16,500 square foot lot from R-1 to R-3 to allow two single-family homes. The decision was based on concerns about spot zoning and inconsistency with the Future Land Use Map.

• Approved April 2, 2026, minutes (6-0)
• Voted 5-1 to recommend denying R-1 to R-3 zoning amendment for 214-A-132T

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will hold a public hearing on a request by the Bedford Community Christmas Station to exempt its property at 510 Blue Ridge Avenue from real estate taxation, saving $1,304.52 annually. The Council will also vote on an ordinance establishing a vacant building registry for the downtown district, with registration fees starting at $100 and penalties for non-compliance. Other actions include appointments, budget amendments for a law enforcement grant and fuel equipment, and a presentation on Public Services Department operations.

• Public hearing on tax exemption for Bedford Community Christmas Station property at 510 Blue Ridge Avenue (annual taxes $1,304.52)
• Ordinance creating vacant building registry with fees: $100 initial registration, $200 failure to register, $400 for properties in conservation/rehabilitation districts
• Appointment of Ann DeLong to the Redevelopment and Housing Authority (term to October 13, 2028)
• Budget amendment for Local Law Enforcement (LOLE) grant award from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
• Budget amendment for fuel dispensing equipment purchase

The Town Council approved an ordinance to track vacant structures and identify absentee landlords. The council also appointed Ann DeLong to the Redevelopment and Housing Authority.

• Adopted Vacant Building Registry Ordinance (4-2)
• Appointed Ann DeLong to the Redevelopment and Housing Authority (5-1)

Town Council

The Town Council held a work session covering the proposed FY27 budget, including a BPOL tax increase from 15 to 20 cents per $100 for large businesses and a potential $24/month electric rate hike. Staff discussed the town's long-term electric utility strategy, capital funding gaps, and operational updates from police, fire, public works, and planning departments. No formal votes were taken; the session was for discussion and staff presentations.

• BPOL tax increase: from 15 to 20 cents per $100 of gross sales for businesses with receipts over $10M (expected $40,000 in revenue)
• Proposed Power Cost Adjustment increase of ~$24/month per 1,000 kWh; Council noted many residents use 1,200–1,300 kWh
• Police request $100,000 for Liberty Lake Park facility upgrades (office, locker room, decontamination areas)
• Electric department discussion on whether town should remain in electric business long-term; eliminating electric fund transfer to general fund
• Public Works reports employee theft at transfer station, urges moving fee collection to Finance Department

The Town Council held a work session to discuss upcoming budget adjustments, electric utility restructuring, and departmental operational shifts. Discussions included potential BPOL tax increases, police staffing models, and changes to the planning approval process due to state law.

• Proposed BPOL tax increase of 5 cents for businesses with gross receipts over $10 million
• Proposed electric budget restructuring to use a payment in lieu of taxes calculation
• Proposed Power Cost Adjustment could increase average bills by $24 per 1,000 kilowatts
• Police Department moving to yearly SMART goals instead of three-year plans
• Woody Watts to transition to full-time town employee effective July 1st

Town Council

The Town Council reviewed the third-quarter financial report showing a $16.4 million cash position across all funds, with the Electric Fund down year-over-year due to higher purchase power costs. Staff requested deferring the May 1 power cost adjustment by one month to explore cost reductions. Council discussed the proposed FY2026-2027 budget including a 2% cost-of-living adjustment for employees, continued funding of employee-only health insurance at the $1,000 deductible level, and elimination of the traditional electric-to-general fund transfer replaced by a $589,000 payment in lieu of taxes.

• Third Quarter Financial Review: $16.4M cash position; General Fund $5M, Electric Fund $6.9M, Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund $1M
• Electric Fund deficit: $20.7M revenue vs $20.8M expenses; purchase power costs rose from $12M to nearly $15M
• Proposed FY2026-2027 budget includes 2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for employees and continued $1,000 deductible health insurance
• Staff requests deferring the May 1 power cost adjustment for electric utility bills by one month to find ways to reduce costs
• Elimination of traditional electric-to-general fund transfer replaced with a $589,000 payment in lieu of taxes

The Town Council held a work session to review the Third Quarter Financial Report. Staff presented data on cash positions, investment strategies, and revenue trends for the General, Electric, and Cemetery Perpetual Care funds. No formal decisions were made.

• Presented Third Quarter Financial Review
• Reviewed General Fund cash position of $16.4 million
• Reviewed Electric Fund cash position of $6.9 million
• Reviewed Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund strategy
• Discussed grant allocation to Capital Project Fund
• Discussed Electric Fund revenue model and rate changes
• Discussed FY 2026-2027 budget proposals
• Discussed deferring May 1st power cost adjustment

Town Council

The Town Council meeting on April 21, 2026 will consider adoption of the Bedford 2045 Comprehensive Plan, a proposed Vacant Building Registry ordinance requiring a $100 annual fee, a speed limit change on Longwood Avenue, a formal banner policy, and an invitation for bids for a franchise lease of the town Transfer Station. The council will also vote on a resolution approving the Bedford Town Carnival to be held August 21‑23, 2026 at Liberty Lake Park. Additionally, a resolution to approve the Central Virginia Safety Action Plan will be considered.

• Adoption of the Bedford 2045 Comprehensive Plan (Resolution 6-PICD-4-3-4-4-21)
• Ordinance establishing a Vacant Building Registry with a $100 annual fee (Resolution 7-PICD-1-1-4-21)
• Speed limit change on Longwood Avenue (Item 9-CC-15-1-4-21)
• Consideration of a formal Banner Policy (Item 8-CC-15-1-4-21)
• Invitation for bids for a franchise lease of the Transfer Station (Item 4-CC-15-1-4-21)

The Town Council formally approved the minutes from the April 7, 2026 regular meeting as submitted. No other motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the session. The agenda consisted of a manager’s budget report, public comments on banner displays, speed limits, and tax‑collection staffing, but none resulted in a council decision.

• Approved April 7, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will hold a public hearing to adopt tax rates for real estate ($0.28 per $100 assessed value) and personal property ($1.06 per $100 assessed value) for fiscal year 2026‑2027. The council will also consider a deed of confirmation and release with the Bedford Regional Water Authority for parcels near the Stoney Creek Reservoir. Additional items include appointing Mr. Bill Mosley to the Redevelopment and Housing Authority and approving street closures for a wreath‑laying ceremony on June 6, 2026.

• Adopt real estate tax rate of $0.28 per $100 assessed valuation for FY 2026‑2027
• Adopt personal property tax rate of $1.06 per $100 assessed valuation for calendar year 2026
• Deed of Confirmation and Release with BRWA for parcels near Stoney Creek Reservoir (Tax Map Nos. 55‑A‑16, 55‑A‑17, 55‑A‑30, 55‑A‑32)
• Appointment of Mr. Bill Mosley to the Redevelopment and Housing Authority (term until Oct 13, 2026)
• Approve street closures (North Bridge Street to South Street) for Bedford Boys Tribute Center wreath‑laying ceremony on June 6, 2026, 5:45‑7:15 p.m.

The Town Council appointed Bill Mosley to serve on the Redevelopment and Housing Authority until October 13, 2026, with a 6‑0 vote. The Council also approved closing several streets for a Wreath Laying Ceremony at the County Courthouse on June 6, 2026, also by a 6‑0 vote. Minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting were approved as submitted. A public hearing on tax rates was held with no public comments.

• Appointed Bill Mosley to Redevelopment and Housing Authority (6-0)
• Approved street closures for Wreath Laying Ceremony on June 6, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved March 17, 2026 council minutes as submitted

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to review a proposed comprehensive plan covering land use, housing, and transportation. The body will also consider a zoning modification request for a sign at 1126 E. Lynchburg Salem Tpke.

• Public hearing on the proposed Town comprehensive plan
• Zoning ordinance sign modification request by Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust for a 50-foot pylon sign at 1126 E. Lynchburg Salem Tpke
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

The commission elected Jason Horne as Chair and Brock Malcolm as Vice Chair, each by a 6‑0 roll‑call vote. It approved the March 5, 2026 minutes unanimously. The commission then unanimously recommended the draft Bedford 2045 Comprehensive Plan, with minor changes, to the Town Council for adoption. The commission also asked EPR to incorporate the requested modifications to the plan.

• Elected Jason Horne Chair (6-0)
• Elected Brock Malcolm Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved March 5, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended Bedford 2045 Comprehensive Plan to Council (6-0)
• Requested EPR to incorporate plan modifications and pocket‑park relocation

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to elect its officers and review bylaws. This is an organizational meeting focused on internal leadership and legal compliance.

• Election of Chairman
• Election of Vice-Chairman
• Review and adoption of bylaws

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to grant a conditional use permit for a “Homestay” at 1307 Boone Drive (Tax Map 133-1-2B-T) in the R‑1 district. Council may also consider a resolution to temporarily close Macon Street to through traffic. The Planning Commission previously recommended approval with a condition on driveway access.

• Conditional Use Permit request for a “Homestay” at 1307 Boone Drive (Tax Map 133-1-2B-T)
• Resolution granting the conditional use permit with a driveway access condition
• Resolution to temporarily close Macon Street to through traffic
• Public hearing notice for the Homestay permit request
• Approval of meeting minutes (consent agenda)

The council approved a conditional use permit for a “Homestay” at 1307 Boone Drive, requiring legal public road access. The council also adopted a resolution to close Macon Street to through traffic on a temporary basis, with physical barriers and limited access for adjacent property owners. Both motions passed unanimously with six council members voting aye.

• Approved conditional use permit for “Homestay” at 1307 Boone Drive (6 aye)
• Adopted resolution to close Macon Street to through traffic temporarily (6 aye)

Economic Development Authority

The Bedford Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss a lease agreement for Abrasive Avenue. The agenda also lists a joint Town and County annual meeting for April.

• Approval of January 9, 2026 minutes
• Financial Reports
• Abrasive Avenue lease agreement – Bison Printing
• Joint Town and County Annual Meeting (April 14, 2026)
• Business Development Center Entrepreneur Meeting (March 19, 2026)

The board approved the minutes from the January 9, 2026 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. The board authorized the Chair or Vice Chair to execute a lease agreement with Bison Printing for approximately 3,000 square feet of warehouse space at 1 Abrasive Avenue, also by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Jan 9, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Authorized Chair/Vice Chair to execute lease with Bison Printing (~3,000 sq ft at 1 Abrasive Ave) (4-0)

Redevelopment & Housing Authority

The Redevelopment & Housing Authority will meet to discuss a letter of interest for a specific lot on Plunkett Street. The body will also review the Property Repair Grant Policy's eligible income and financial reports.

• Letter of Interest for Plunkett Street lot (Tax Map 194-4-5-T / RPC 80500240)
• Property Repair Grant Policy eligible income review
• 1005 Elm Street – Shirley Phillips – January 10, 2019 minutes

The board approved the February 12, 2026 minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It postponed a decision on the housing‑eligibility income threshold until staff can present HUD guideline comparisons. The board also agreed to have Wendy Witt conduct title‑cloud due diligence before any sale of the Plunkett Street property. No vote was taken on the Shirley Phillips drainage request, which was treated as informational.

• Approved February 12, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Postponed decision on median household income eligibility policy pending HUD research
• No formal vote on Shirley Phillips drainage repair request (informational item)
• Recognized alternative grant solution for Gloria Goode with no objection
• Directed Wendy Witt to conduct due diligence on Plunkett Street title issue before any sale

Planning Commission

The Bedford Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its February 5, 2026 meeting. It will receive staff and committee reports and address unfinished business concerning the Comprehensive Plan Update (EPR). The commission will also consider any new business items before adjourning.

• Approve minutes – February 5, 2026
• Staff and committee reports
• Unfinished business: Comprehensive Plan Update – EPR
• New business (unspecified items)
• Adjournment

The commission approved the January 7, 2026 minutes with a unanimous 7‑aye vote. It set a public presentation of the draft comprehensive plan for February 19, 2026 (with February 26 as an inclement‑weather backup) and will livestream it on the town’s YouTube channel. The commission also adopted a timeline for public comment, revisions, and hearings leading up to a public hearing on April 2, 2026.

• Approved Jan 7, 2026 minutes (7 ayes)
• Scheduled comprehensive‑plan public presentation for Feb 19, 2026 (inclement date Feb 26) and will livestream it
• Adopted public‑comment timeline: members submit comments by Feb 10; revised draft posted by Feb 16; comments collected until early March; feedback reviewed at Mar 5 meeting; public hearing set for Apr 2, 2026

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will consider reappointing two members to the Local Board of Building Code Appeals for two‑year terms. It will vote on awarding a professional engineering contract to AECOM for NEPA and preliminary work on the proposed rail stop, funded by a Federal Rail Administration grant and lasting through July 2027. Several budget amendment items will also be reviewed, including the sale of surplus assets, the Otter Bus Grant Phase 4, and an emergency chiller replacement.

• Reappoint James Rose and Jody Mayhew to the Local Board of Building Code Appeals (terms until April 30 2028)
• Approve contract with AECOM Technical Services for engineering services on the proposed rail stop
• Budget amendment to sell surplus assets to Public Works Maintenance Supplies
• Budget amendment for Otter Bus Grant Phase 4
• Budget amendment for Emergency Chiller Replacement

Town Council

The Bedford Town Council will consider accepting the FY2025 Single Audit Report, which reviews the town’s use of over $750,000 in federal funds. Council will also discuss the Downtown Action Strategy update, including the Vacant Building Registry. A closed‑session will address personnel matters. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and a public hearing.

• Accept FY2025 Single Audit Report and authorize submission to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse
• Discuss Downtown Action Strategy update and Vacant Building Registry
• Approve meeting minutes
• Closed session to discuss personnel matters per Code of Virginia §2.2‑3711(a)(I)
• Public hearing (consent agenda roll call)

The Town Council unanimously approved the FY2025 Single Audit Report and authorized its filing with the Federal Audit Clearinghouse. The council also voted to hold a public hearing on the proposed Vacant Building Registry ordinance, while declining to adopt the ordinance on first reading. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved as submitted.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 Single Audit Report and authorized submission (7 aye)
• Declined to adopt Vacant Building Registry ordinance on first read (no vote)
• Scheduled public hearing on Vacant Building Registry (7 aye)
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel matters (7 aye)
• Reopened open session at 9:00 p.m.

Redevelopment & Housing Authority

The Bedford Redevelopment & Housing Authority will consider the sale of the South Street lot located at Ridge and Otey Streets. The board will also review and vote on the Purchase and Sale Agreement for that lot. These actions are listed as agenda action items for the February 12 meeting.

• Sale of South Street lot at Ridge and Otey Streets
• Purchase and Sale Agreement for South Street lot

The Redevelopment & Housing Authority approved the January 8, 2026 minutes (5‑0). It then voted to sell the parcel at South Street and Ridge & Otey Streets (Tax Map 214-A-132T) and to accept Oakwood Partners Group’s $30,000 offer, authorizing the Chair to execute the purchase agreement (both 5‑0). Finally, the board declined a request to fund flooring repairs at 417 East King Street (5‑0).

• Approved Jan 8 2026 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved sale of Tax Map 214-A-132T (5‑0)
• Authorized Chair to execute $30,000 purchase agreement (5‑0)
• Declined funding request for flooring repairs at 417 East King St (5‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review the minutes from January 7, 2026. The primary item of business is a discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update - EPR.

• Comprehensive Plan Update - EPR