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BerryvilleVA averageUS Census ACS
Population
4,667
Per-capita income
$49,858
Median home value
$537,700
Bachelor's or higher
32%
Typical home value $562,334 +3.4% yr/yr · +21.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 12:30

Architectural Review Board

Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 19:00

Tree Board

Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 14:00

Personnel, Appointments, and Policy Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 15:30

Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee

Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Thu Nov 26, 2026 · 15:00

Budget and Finance Committee

Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 19:00

Tree Board

Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 15:30

Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee

Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 14:00

Personnel, Appointments, and Policy Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Thu Dec 24, 2026 · 15:00

Budget and Finance Committee

Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 19:00

Tree Board

Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 14:00

Personnel, Appointments, and Policy Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 15:30

Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee

Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Thu Jan 28, 2027 · 15:00

Budget and Finance Committee

Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 19:00

Tree Board

Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 15:30

Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee

Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 14:00

Personnel, Appointments, and Policy Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 19:00

Tree Board

Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 15:30

Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee

Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Apr 27, 2027 · 15:30

Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee

Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Mon May 3, 2027 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Tue May 11, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue May 11, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Wed May 26, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed May 26, 2027 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Wed Jun 23, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Wed Jul 28, 2027 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Tue Aug 10, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Aug 10, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Sep 14, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Sep 14, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Tue Oct 12, 2027 · 19:00

Town Council

101 Chalmers Ct, Berryville

Recent meetings

Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

Berryville Area Development Authority to discuss Area Plan updates

The Authority will continue discussions on updating the Berryville Area Plan. Key topics include rescheduling a public input workshop and determining the direction for the Southern Gateway Residential Growth Area and Craig’s Run Light Industrial Area.

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BERRYVILLE AREA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AGENDA Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 1:00PM Berryville – Clarke County Government Center A/B Meeting Room 101 Chalmers Court – Berryville, Virginia 1. Call to Order – Allen Kitselman (Chair) 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes – September 23, 2026 Meeting 4. Old Business A. Continued Discussion, Berryville Area Plan Update (1) Public Input Workshop rescheduling (2) Discussion, Direction on Southern Gateway Residential Growth Area and Craig’s Run Light Industrial Area 5. New Business ~ None Scheduled 6. Other Business 7. Adjourn NEXT MEETING – Wednesday, November 18, 2026 (1:00PM) October 28, 2026 Berryville Area Development Authority meeting 1 of 18 Berryville Area Development Authority (BADA) DRAFT MINUTES – Regular Meeting Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 1:00PM Berryville-Clarke County Government Center A/B Meeting Room ATTENDANCE: Allen Kitselman (Chair) ✓ John Hudson ✓ George L. Ohrstrom, II (Vice-Chair) ✓ Selena Smart ✓ L Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. ✓ David Weiss ✓ L – Denotes arrived late A meeting of the Berryville Area Development Authority (BADA) was held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. STAFF PRESENT: Terry Russell (Community Development Director – Berryville), Brandon Stidham (Director of Planning – County) OTHERS PRESENT: Charles Nulsen (Washington Property Company), Ken Dondero (Christopher Companies) 1. Call to Order – By Chair Kitselman at 1:00PM. …
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Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 15:30

Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee

Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to set public hearing for 3.8-acre rezoning

The Berryville Planning Commission will meet to discuss a rezoning request for a 3.8-acre property. The body will also review a Comprehensive Plan update and a planning update.

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Berryville – Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Suite A Berryville, VA 22611 [T] 540/955-1099 [F] 540/955-4524 [E] info@berryvilleva.gov www.berryvilleva.gov Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. Erecka L. Gibson Mayor Vice Mayor Council Members William Steinmetz Paul Perez Grant Mazzarino Ryan Tibbens Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Keith R. Dalton Town Manager BERRYVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, October 27, 2026 – 7:00 p.m. 101 Chalmers Court – Main Meeting Room – Second Floor AGENDA 1. Call to Order – Chairman Steinmetz 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Set Public Hearing – Clarke County Board of Supervisors, by Chris Boies, Agent, is requesting a rezoning of 3.8 acres from R-1 Residential District to R-2 Residential District, property identified as 14A4-A-10 subject to the conditions proffered by the applicant. RZ 01-26 5. Comprehensive Plan Update 6. Citizen’s Forum 7. Planning Update 8. Other 9. Adjourn
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 14:00

Personnel, Appointments, and Policy Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 15:00

Budget and Finance Committee

Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 15:30

Town Council

Berryville Town Council to discuss water plant upgrade and CEO ordinance

The Town Council is holding a special session to address unfinished business regarding a water treatment plant upgrade. The meeting includes new business concerning the Town Charter and an ordinance to designate the town's Chief Executive Officer.

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Page 1 of 1 Berryville Town Council MEETING AGENDA Berryville-Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Second Floor Main Meeting Room Special Session October 19, 2026 3:30 PM Item Page 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Unfinished Business IFB Water Treatment Plant Upgrade 4. New Business Ordinance Designating Town of Berryville's Chief Executive Officer Town Charter 5. Closed Session The Council of the Town of Berryville will conduct a closed session in accordance with §2.2- 3711.A.1 to consider prospective candidates for employment. 6. Other 7. Adjourn
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:00

Town Council

Town Council to hold public hearing on 42.26-acre rezoning request

The Berryville Town Council will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for a property identified as 14-A-80 and proposed revisions to special event regulations. The council will also consider a residential utilities invoice adjustment and a code revision.

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Page 1 of 2 Berryville Town Council MEETING AGENDA Berryville-Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Second Floor Main Meeting Room Regular Session October 13, 2026 7:00 PM Item Page 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Presentations/Awards and Recognitions 5. Public Hearings Proposed revision of Regulations for Special Events and Demonstrations 2 Friant Enterprises #1, LLC; Friant Enterprises #2, LLC; Friant Enterprises #3, LLC (Owners) (John Regan, Christopher Companies, Agent) are requesting a rezoning of an approximately 42.26 acres of an approximately 97.8 acre property identified as 14- A-80 from OSR Open Space Residential; DR-1 Detached Residential-1; DR-2 Detached Residential-2; and BP Business Park to DR-4 Detached Residential-4 subject to the conditions proffered by the applicant. RZ 01-25 3 6. Discussion of Public Hearing Items 7. Citizens' Forum 8. Consent Agenda Town Council Meeting Minutes September 8, 2026 Draft 4 Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee Meeting Minutes September 22, 2026 Draft 5 Budget & Finance Committee Meeting Minutes September 28, 2026 Draft 6 9. Unfinished Business October 13, 2026 Item Page 2 of 2 10. New Business Residential Utilities Invoice Adjustment Request Proposed Revision to Town of Berryville Code §10-21(a) Town Council Committee Calendar 2027 Draft 11. C …
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Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 12:30

Architectural Review Board

Berryville review board to weigh fence at 214 South Church Street and sign at 20-22 East Main Street

The Town of Berryville Architectural Review Board meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. at 101 Chalmers Court to consider two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. Zack Plunkert seeks approval for a fence at 214 South Church Street (Tax Map Parcel 14A5-A-62, zoned R-1 Residential District). Jerry Johnson seeks approval for a hanging sign at 20-22 East Main Street (Tax Map Parcel 14A5-A-72, zoned C General Commercial District). The agenda also includes routine items: call to order, approval of the agenda, and approval of minutes.

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- Berryville – Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Suite A Berryville, VA 22611 [T] 540/955-1099 [F] 540/955-4524 [E] info@berryvilleva.gov www.berryvilleva.gov Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. Erecka L. Gibson Mayor Vice Mayor Council Members William Steinmetz Paul Perez Grant Mazzarino Ryan Tibbens Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Keith R. Dalton Town Manager Town of Berryville ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD Wednesday, October 7, 2026 - 12:30 p.m. 101 Chalmers Court - Meeting Room AB – Second Floor AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes 4. Fence Zack Plunkert, is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness for a fence, located at 214 South Church Street, identified as Tax Map Parcel Number 14A5-A-62 zoned R-1 Residential District. 5. Sign Jerry Johnson is requesting a Certificate of Appropriateness for a hanging sign, located at 20-22 East Main Street, identified as Tax Map Parcel Number 14A5-A-72 zoned C General Commercial District. 6. Adjourn
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:00

Tree Board

Berryville Tree Board to discuss Rose Hill Park Master Plan and winter activities

The Town of Berryville Tree Board holds a regular meeting on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Berryville–Clarke County Government Center, 101 Chalmers Court, Meeting Room AB. The agenda includes approval of minutes from April 1, 2026, a review of an invasive species walk, and ideas for 2026-2027 winter activities. Under new business, the board lists the Rose Hill Park Master Plan. The agenda does not state what action, if any, will be taken on these items.

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Berryville – Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Suite A Berryville, VA 22611 [T] 540/955-1099 [F] 540/955-4524 [E] info@berryvilleva.gov www.berryvilleva.gov Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. Erecka L. Gibson Mayor Vice Mayor Council Members William Steinmetz Paul Perez Grant Mazzarino Ryan Tibbens Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Keith R. Dalton Town Manager Town of Berryville Tree Board Regular Meeting Wednesday, October 7, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. Berryville – Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court - Meeting Room AB – Second Floor – Berryville, VA AGENDA 1. Call to Order – Ariel Firebaugh, Chair 2. Approval of Minutes – April 1, 2026 3. Review of Invasive Species Walk 4. Ideas for 2026-2027 Winter Activities 5. New Business - Rose Hill Park Master Plan 6. Adjourn
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 15:30

Budget and Finance Committee

Berryville committee to discuss fraud policy and procurement threshold changes

The Berryville Budget and Finance Committee will discuss two proposed policies: a new Fraud Prevention, Detection, Reporting, and Investigation Policy and amendments to the Town Procurement Policy. The fraud policy would consolidate existing controls and set reporting procedures. The procurement changes would raise purchase thresholds and reduce minimum quote requirements for lower-cost goods and services. No final decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

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✓ Decided: Budget and Finance Committee reviews proposed fraud and procurement policies

The committee discussed a proposed Town Fraud Policy and an amendment to the Town Procurement Policy. No formal votes were taken on these policies; the procurement policy is expected to go to the Town Council in October.

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Page 1 of 1 Budget and Finance Committee MEETING AGENDA Berryville-Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Second Floor AB Meeting Room Regular Session September 28, 2026 3:30 PM Item Page 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Unfinished Business 4. New Business Discussion: Proposed Town Fraud Policy Discussion: Proposed Amendment of the Town Procurement Policy 5. Closed Session 6. Other 7. Adjourn Page 1 of 71 Budget and Finance Committee 28 September 2026 Item Title Proposed Fraud Prevention Policy Prepared By Jean Petti General Information The Town has multiple control and fraud prevention measures, but these have not previously been compiled into a single document. During the audit process, it has been noted that the development of an overarching fraud prevention policy would be a best practice. The attached policy is proposed pursuant to the Town's authority under Virginia law and is intended to support compliance with: · Virginia Governmental Frauds Act, Code of Virginia § 18.2-498.1 · Virginia Fraud Against Taxpayers Act, Code of Virginia § 8.01-216.1, where applicable · Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Code of Virginia § 2.2-3700 · Virginia Public Procurement Act, Code of Virginia § 2.2-4300 · Virginia State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, Code of Virginia § 2.2-3100 · Berryville’s Procurement Policy · Applicable federal and state laws Attachments · DRAFT of proposed …
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6/30/11 Page 1 of 2 (1038a/032411 BERRYVILLE TOWN COUNCIL BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE MINUTES Berryville-Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Berryville, VA 22611 Monday September 28, 2026 3:30 pm Members of the committee present: Vice Mayor Erecka Gibson, Chair; Grant Mazzarino Staff present: Cindy Poulin, Director of Finance; Brandel Kelsey, Town Clerk 1. Call to Order Vice Mayor Erecka Gibson called the meeting to order at 3:34 p.m. 2. Approval of Agenda The agenda was approved by consensus on a motion by Grant Mazzarino. 3. Unfinished Business None. 4. New Business Proposed Town Fraud Policy Director of Finance Cindy Poulin explained the proposed Town Fraud Policy. She stated the auditors recommended consolidating all of the Town’s fraud policies into one document. Vice Mayor Gibson suggested creating documents outlining the inventory process as a guide. She stated that it would not be necessary to bring the document before the Committee for approval and that they could be included as an attachment to the policy. Mr. Mazzarino suggested also creating a checklist for access controls. Proposed Amendment of the Town Procurement Policy Mrs. Poulin stated the Town Procurement Policy was outdated and the proposed Town Procurement Policy will now be up to date. Vice Mayor Gibson said she has no questions or comments. Mr. Mazzarino asked whether any documents would be attached when checking prices for procurements not exceeding $10,000 dollars. Mrs. Poulin st …
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:00

General

Berryville working group meets on possible amphitheater uses, site limits, funding

Berryville's Amphitheater Exploratory Working Group meets Sept. 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at 101 Chalmers Court to discuss community needs and possible uses of an improved facility, interest from represented organizations in project development, and additional stakeholders to include. The group will also discuss possible improvements and site constraints, possible funding sources, and a schedule for exploratory discussions. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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[T] 540/955-1099 [F] 540/955-4524 (E] info@berryvilleva.gov www.berryvilleva.gov ~ Berryville - Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Suite A Berryville, VA 22611 VIRGINIA Amphitheater Exploratory Working Group Agenda 101 Chalmers Court, Second Floor A/B Meeting Room September 28, 2026 5:00 p.m. 1. Call to Order — Jay Arnold, Berryville Mayor 2. Discussion a. Community Needs / Possible Uses of an improved facility b. Interest in participating in project development by represented organizations c. Additional stakeholders that should be considered for inclusion in this exploratory process / project development d. Possible improvements to the facility / site constraints e. Possible funding sources for project 3. Discussion — Schedule for exploratory discussions 4. Other 5. Adjourn
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

BADA to discuss Berryville Area Plan update and public input workshop

The Berryville Area Development Authority will meet to discuss the Berryville Area Plan update, including scheduling a public input workshop and reviewing a presentation draft. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and an appearance by Charles Nulsen of Washington Property Company. No new business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Berryville Area Development Authority schedules public workshop for November 16

The Authority approved minutes from previous meetings and discussed updates to the Berryville Area Plan. Members reviewed a draft presentation for an upcoming public input workshop, which is now scheduled for November 16 at the Enders Fire Hall. The discussion focused on balancing residential density, commercial development, and infrastructure needs.

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BERRYVILLE AREA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AGENDA Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 1:00PM Berryville – Clarke County Government Center A/B Meeting Room 101 Chalmers Court – Berryville, Virginia 1. Call to Order – Allen Kitselman (Chair) 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes A. August 12, 2026 Special Meeting B. August 26, 2026 Regular Meeting 4. Old Business A. Appearance, Charles Nulsen (Washington Property Company) B. Continued Discussion, Berryville Area Plan Update (1) Public Input Workshop – Scheduling, review of presentation working draft 5. New Business ~ None Scheduled 6. Other Business 7. Adjourn NEXT MEETING – Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (1:00PM) September 23, 2026 Berryville Area Development Authority Meeting 1 of 25 Berryville Area Development Authority (BADA) DRAFT MINUTES – Special Meeting Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:00AM Berryville-Clarke County Government Center A/B Meeting Room ATTENDANCE: Allen Kitselman (Chair) ✓ John Hudson ✓ George L. Ohrstrom, II (Vice-Chair) ✓ Selena Smart X Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. ✓ David Weiss ✓ A special meeting of the Berryville Area Development Authority (BADA) was held on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. STAFF PRESENT: Terry Russell (Community Development Director – Berryville), Brandon Stidham (Director of Planning – County), Keith Dalton (Berryville Town Manager) OTHERS PRESENT: 1. Call to Order – By Chair K …
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Berryville Area Development Authority (BADA) MINUTES – Regular Meeting Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 1:00PM Berryville-Clarke County Government Center A/B Meeting Room ATTENDANCE: Allen Kitselman (Chair)  John Hudson  George L. Ohrstrom, II (Vice-Chair)  Selena Smart  L Harry Lee Arnold, Jr.  David Weiss  L – Denotes arrived late A meeting of the Berryville Area Development Authority (BADA) was held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. STAFF PRESENT: Terry Russell (Community Development Director – Berryville), Brandon Stidham (Director of Planning – County) OTHERS PRESENT: Charles Nulsen (Washington Property Company), Ken Dondero (Christopher Companies) 1. Call to Order – By Chair Kitselman at 1:00PM. 2. Approval of Agenda The Authority voted 4-0-2 to approve the agenda as presented by Staff. Motion to approve the agenda as presented by Staff: Allen Kitselman AYE John Hudson AYE (moved) George L. Ohrstrom, II ABSENT Selena Smart ABSENT Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. AYE David Weiss AYE (seconded) 3. Approval of Minutes A. August 12, 2026 Special Meeting The Authority voted 4-0-2 to approve the August 12, 2026 special meeting minutes as presented by Staff. Motion to approve the August 12, 2026 special meeting minutes as presented by Staff: Allen Kitselman AYE John Hudson AYE George L. Ohrstrom, II ABSENT Selena Smart ABSENT Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. AYE (moved) David Weiss AYE (seconded) B. …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 15:30

Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee

Committee to weigh mobile parking app, storage container rules

The Berryville Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee will discuss transitioning from coin-operated parking meters to a mobile parking app, review draft regulations for portable storage containers, and consider a water and sewer bill for Renee Stavish. They will also discuss e-bike safety. The agenda includes project updates and unfinished business, with recommendations to be forwarded to the Town Council.

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✓ Decided: Committee forwards e-bike helmet and storage container items to Town Council

The committee moved to forward a draft revision regarding e-bike helmet requirements and a portable storage container ordinance to the Town Council. A proposal to add a pay-to-park app to town parking was tabled. No action was taken on a water and sewer bill for Renee DeAndrade.

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Page 1 of 1 Community Development / Streets and Utilities MEETING AGENDA Berryville-Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Second Floor AB Meeting Room Regular Session September 22, 2026 3:30 PM Item Page 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Unfinished Business Project Updates Parking Meters Containers Regulations for Special Events and Demonstrations 4. New Business Discussion: Water and Sewer Bill for Renee Stavish Discussion: E-Bike Safety 5. Other 6. Adjourn Page 1 of 139 Town Council Report 22 September 2026 Item Title Discussion on E-Bike Safety Prepared By Brandel Kelsey Background/History/General Information Discussion regarding the potential transition from coin-operated parking meters to adding a mobile parking application, including the benefits, functionality, and considerations associated with implementing a mobile payment option. Attachments 1. Correspondence from Chief Winner on Parking Meter Information 2. Honk Parking Meter App 3. The New Municipal Parking Reality 2026 Recommendation After review of parking applications is conducted, refer request to Town Council with committee recommendations. Page 2 of 139 Page 3 of 139 Page 4 of 139 Page 5 of 139 Page 6 of 139 Page 7 of 139 Page 8 of 139 Page 9 of 139 Page 10 of 139 Page 11 of 139 Page 12 of 139 Page 13 of 139 Page 14 of 139 Page 15 of 139 Page 16 of 139 Page 17 of 139 Page 18 of 139 Page 19 …
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6/30/11 Page 1 of 2 (1038a/032411 BERRYVILLE TOWN COUNCIL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT / STREETS AND UTILITIES COMMITTEE MINUTES Berryville-Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Berryville, VA 22611 Tuesday September 22, 2026 3:30 pm Members of the committee present: Ryan Tibbens; Paul Perez Absent: None Staff present: Jean Petti, Deputy Town Manager; Jason Winner, Chief of Police; Brandel Kelsey, Town Clerk Press: None 1. Call to Order Ryan Tibbens called the meeting to order at 3:30 p.m. 2. Approval of Agenda The agenda was approved as amended to alter order by consensus on a motion by Paul Perez. 3. New Business Discussion: Water and Sewer Bill for Renee Deadre Water and Sewer Bill for Renee (Stavish) DeAndrade. Committee took no action and the item will be forwarded to full council for consideration at their October meeting. Discussion: E-bike safety Police Chief Jason Winner presented a draft revision to Sec 10.21 expanding requirement of helmets to include e-bikes and the like. Mr. Tibbens spoke about the e-bikes and how he supports children under the age of 14 wearing helmets. Mrs. Petti asked if it was ready to go to Council and Mr. Tibbens said yes. Mr. Perez moved that the item be considered by the Council. 4. Unfinished Business Parking Meters Chief Winner reviewed cost-benefit of providing a parking payment app such as Park Mobile. This would create a higher fee structure for those utilizing the platform. 6/30/11 Page 2 of 2 (1038a/032411 Mr. Tibben …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 14:00

Personnel, Appointments, and Policy Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 19:00

Town Council

Rezoning of 42.26 acres to DR-4 residential; special events regs amended

The Town Council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to special events and demonstrations regulations and a rezoning request for a 42.26-acre portion of a 97.8-acre property (14-A-80) from OSR, DR-1, DR-2, and BP to DR-4, subject to proffered conditions. The council will also honor Town Manager Keith Dalton for over 30 years of service, introduce new patrol officers, and discuss a proposed charge-off of delinquent personal property taxes from 2020.

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✓ Decided: Berryville Town Council continued public hearings on special events and property rezoning to October 13

The Berryville Town Council held public hearings on proposed amendments to special events regulations and the rezoning of property 14-A-8, voting to continue both hearings to October 13, 2026. The council also honored Town Manager Keith Dalton for over 30 years of service, adopted a resolution to charge off uncollectable 2020 personal property taxes, set trick-or-treating hours for October 31, and approved the FY28 budget calendar.

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Page 1 of 2 Berryville Town Council MEETING AGENDA Berryville-Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Second Floor Main Meeting Room Regular Session September 8, 2026 7:00 PM Item Page 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Presentations/Awards and Recognitions Resolution honoring Town Manager Keith Dalton for more than 30 years of service Introduction of new Patrol Officers 5. Public Hearings Proposed Amendments to Special Events and Demonstrations Regulations Friant Enterprises #1, LLC; Friant Enterprises #2, LLC; Friant Enterprises #3, LLC (Owners) John Regan, Christopher Companies, (Agent) are requesting a rezoning of approximately 42.26 acres of an approximately 97.8 acre property identified as 14-A- 80 from OSR Open Space Residential; DR-1 Detached Residential-1; DR-2 Detached Residential-2; and BP Business Park to DR-4 Detached Residential-4 subject to the conditions proffered by the applicant. RZ 01-25 6. Discussion of Public Hearing Items 7. Citizens' Forum 8. Consent Agenda Town Council Minutes July 14, 2026 Draft 9. Unfinished Business 10. New Business September 8, 2026 Item Page 2 of 2 11. Council Member Reports Mayor Vice Mayor Ward 1 Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 12. Staff Reports Public Works Public Utilities Police Department Community Development Administration and Fi …
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Town Council Minutes September 8, 2026 Page 1 of 7 (1038a/032411 MINUTES BERRYVILLE TOWN COUNCIL Regular Meeting September 8, 2026 7:00 p.m. A meeting of the Berryville Town Council was held on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Berryville-Clarke County Government Center in Berryville. Town Council Present: Harry Lee Arnold, Jr., Mayor; Erecka L. Gibson, Vice Mayor; William Steinmetz; Paul Perez; Grant Mazzarino; Ryan Tibbens. Absent: None Staff Present: Keith Dalton, Town Manager; Jean Petti, Deputy Town Manager; Brandel Kelsey, Town Clerk; Terry Russell, Community Development Director; Cindy Poulin, Finance Director; Chief Jason Winner, Berryville Police Department Press Mickey Powell, Winchester Star 1. Call to Order Mayor Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Arnold invited all those assembled to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Approval of Agenda Vice Mayor Erecka Gibson moved that the Council of the Town of Berryville approve the agenda as presented. Motion passed by voice vote. 4. Presentations, Awards, and Recognitions Resolution Honoring Town Manager Keith Dalton for more than 30 years of service. Town Clerk Brandel Kelsey read the proposed resolution honoring Mr. Dalton’s Service to the Town of Berryville. Town Council Minutes September 8, 2026 Page 2 of 7 (1038a/032411 William Steinmetz moved that the Council of the Town of Berryville adopt the attached resolution recognizing …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION BY: Vice Mayor Erecka Gibson I move that the Council of the Town of Berryville approve the FY28 Budget Calendar as amended. VOTE:
1 abstain
Vice Mayor abstain
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 13:00

Board of Zoning Appeals

BZA to rule on front yard variance for 22 Josephine Street

The Berryville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to decide on a variance request. The applicant seeks permission to reduce the front yard from 20 feet to 6 feet to accommodate an open front porch. The property is located at 22 Josephine Street and is zoned DR-4 Detached Residential-4 District.

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101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
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Page 1 of 1 Board of Zoning Appeals MEETING AGENDA Berryville-Clarke County Government Center 101 Chalmers Court, Second Floor Main Meeting Room Regular Session September 3, 2026 1:00 PM Item Page 1. Call to Order- Chair Malone 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes- May 7, 2026 4. Public Hearing- Variance Jordyn Hay, Applicant and Owner, is requesting a variance from Section 604.5 (c)(1), Minimum Yard Requirements to permit a front yard of 6 feet instead of 20 feet as required for an open front porch, premises known as 22 Josephine Street, identified as Tax map Parcel number 14A5-8-A-13 zoned DR-4 Detached Residential-4 District. VR 02-26 5. Other 6. Adjourn
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 19:00

Tree Board

Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 12:30

Architectural Review Board

Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 15:30

Town Council Work Session

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A, Berryville
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 15:00

Budget and Finance Committee

Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 15:00

Public Safety Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 13:00

Berryville Area Development Authority

Berryville Area Development Authority to continue area plan update discussion

The Berryville Area Development Authority is meeting to continue its discussion of the Berryville Area Plan Update, specifically focusing on Chapter III (Goals, Objectives, and Policies) and a proposed public input workshop concept. No new business is scheduled. The meeting is primarily a working session on the plan update.

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✓ Decided: Berryville Area Development Authority discusses 14-lot subdivision plan, takes no action

The Berryville Area Development Authority met on August 26, 2026, and approved its agenda 5-0-1 (David Weiss absent). The board discussed a proposed 14-lot residential subdivision on seven acres of DR-1 zoned property owned by William Byrd and Lucy Byrd Dorrick in Subarea 27B of the Berryville Area Plan; the plan would require rezoning to DR-2. Staff suggested the owners wait until the current Berryville Area Plan update is completed, with a draft expected February–March and approvals by the end of 2027. No substantive decisions were made on the subdivision or the plan update; the meeting adjourned at 2:17 PM by a 5-0-1 vote.

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BERRYVILLE AREA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AGENDA Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 1:00PM Berryville – Clarke County Government Center A/B Meeting Room 101 Chalmers Court – Berryville, Virginia 1. Call to Order – Allen Kitselman (Chair) 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Old Business A. Continued Discussion, Berryville Area Plan Update (1) Chapter III – Goals, Objectives, and Policies (2) Public Input Workshop concept 4. New Business ~ None Scheduled 5. Other Business 6. Adjourn NEXT MEETING – Wednesday, September 23, 2026 (1:00PM)
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Berryville Area Development Authority (BADA) MINUTES – Regular Meeting Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 1:00PM Berryville-Clarke County Government Center A/B Meeting Room ATTENDANCE: Allen Kitselman (Chair) ü John Hudson ü George L. Ohrstrom, II (Vice-Chair) ü Selena Smart ü Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. ü David Weiss X A special meeting of the Berryville Area Development Authority (BADA) was held on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. STAFF PRESENT: Terry Russell (Community Development Director – Berryville), Brandon Stidham (Director of Planning – County), Keith Dalton (Berryville Town Manager) OTHERS PRESENT: 1. Call to Order – By Chair Kitselman at 1:00 PM. 2. Approval of Agenda The Authority voted 5-0-1 to approve the agenda as presented by Staff. Motion to approve the agenda as presented by Staff: Allen Kitselman AYE John Hudson AYE (seconded) George L. Ohrstrom, II AYE (moved) Selena Smart AYE Harry Lee Arnold, Jr. AYE David Weiss ABSENT 3. Old Business Berryville Area Plan Update Mr. Hudson shared a plan for a subdivision of seven acres of DR-1 zoned property owned by William Byrd and Lucy Byrd Dorrick, Subarea 27B in the Berryville Area Plan (BAP). The owners hired Pennoni engineers to prepare a subdivision plan for 14 residential lots. Subarea 27B is planned for low density residential (two units per acre) in the BAP. The current DR-1 zoning would only permit seven lots, therefore, the property would need to be rezoned to DR-2 to yield the 14 lots shown on the plan. …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 14:00

Personnel, Appointments, and Policy Committee

101 Chalmers Court, Suite A
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 15:30

Community Development and Streets & Utilities Committee

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💰 Federal awards (top 4 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$185,584BRUTE LLC
Department of Defense · ADAS PIEZOMETER INSTALLATION AT B. EVERETT JORDAN DAM.
$133,009BRUTE LLC
Department of the Interior · DEO 14398-REDGING OF SEDIMENT POND & CONTACT POOL
$130,000BRUTE LLC
Department of Defense · 4 DOUBLE-WIDE TRAILER REMOVAL FOR ORGANIZATION 900F - PRODUCTION FACIL
$42,475BRUTE LLC
Department of Commerce · OU73-25-NEW-139. DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL OF TINIUS OLSEN FRAME AND FIVE

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🌐 County-level context (Clarke County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Federal disasters (10 yr)4 ({"Hurricane": 6, "Snowstorm": 4, "Flood": 3, "Severe Storm": · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities1 (2023)
Business establishments377 (3,106 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,314/mo (19 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.7% (low numeracy 27% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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$5.6M
Annual budget
$9.2M
Debt outstanding

The money — in

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Budget

Revenue$5.6M
Spending$4.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load

Outstanding debt$9.2M
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Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.465
All kids
0.436
Black kids
0.389

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