Campbell County public meetings in 2022
60 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will meet to hear a presentation on preliminary local revenue projections for fiscal year 2024 from Administrator Rogers. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Preliminary Local Revenue Projections FY24 presentation
The Board of Supervisors reviewed initial FY24 revenue projections, noting an estimated $2 million increase in local revenues excluding real estate taxes. The Board reached a consensus to hold a joint public hearing with the School Board on January 10, 2023, regarding borrowing for Brookville High School construction.
- Approved Supervisor Brown's request for electronic meeting participation (6-0)
- Consensus reached to hold joint public hearing with School Board on Jan 10, 2023, for Brookville High School borrowing/bond issue and Literary Fund of Virginia loan application
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, financial reports, and bill payments. They will also discuss maintenance project updates, an engineering consultant request for proposals, and an airport layout plan brainstorming exercise.
- Approve financial report and payment of bills
- Discuss PAPI outage, AWOS processor, and AWOS outage/phone line
- Engineering consultant RFP discussion
- ALP brainstorming exercise
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority voted to start the Request for Proposals (RFP) process for the Airport Master Plan. The board also approved several utility and insurance payments and reviewed equipment outages.
- Approved minutes of September 28, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills for Brightspeed, Southside Electric, USI Insurance Services, BCCAA ARCH CREDIT, and Austin Electrical (unanimous)
- Approved initiation of RFP for the Airport Master Plan (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will review preliminary FY2022 financial statements and vote on assigning $5,084,845 in reverted funds to school maintenance, economic development incentives, health insurance, and debt service. The board will also hold public hearings on two zoning requests and a tax due date extension, and consider a semi-annual code update.
- Assign $1,677,173 to Future School Maintenance
- Assign $786,386 to Future Economic Development Incentives
- Assign $786,386 to Health Insurance Fund
- Rezoning request for 1.815 acres at 5862 Colonial Highway to allow a second manufactured home
- Special use permit for rooming house at 366 Beech Tree Lane
The Board of Supervisors extended the due date for several 2022 taxes to January 6, 2023. They also approved two zoning requests and allocated several million dollars in year-end fund balances to school maintenance, health insurance, and economic development.
- Extended 2022 real estate, personal property, machinery and tools, and airport taxes due date to Jan 6, 2023 (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 5862 Colonial Highway to Residential-Manufactured Housing (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for a rooming house at 366 Beech Tree Lane with 4-guest limit (7-0)
- Assigned $1,677,173 to Future School Maintenance (7-0)
- Assigned $786,386 to Future Economic Development Incentives (7-0)
- Assigned $786,386 to the Health Insurance Fund (7-0)
- Assigned $1,834,900 to Future Debt Service Payments/Capital Needs (7-0)
- Authorized legal proceedings to abate public nuisances at 197 Hopewell Lane (5-2), 236 Hopewell Lane (5-2), and 457 Lynbrook Road (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Campbell County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and a special use permit, all scheduled for the January 3rd Board Meeting. Items include rezoning two Timberlake Road properties for industrial use and a single-family subdivision, rezoning a Sunnymeade Road parcel for a four-unit multifamily dwelling, and a special use permit for a wedding venue on Agricultural-zoned land. The commission will also consider a semi-annual code update to subdivision and zoning chapters and a proposed 9-lot subdivision called Long Branch Estates.
- Rezoning of 22290 & 22326 Timberlake Road from commercial to industrial for warehousing and manufacturing, and to residential for a single-family subdivision (PL-22-197)
- Rezoning of Sunnymeade Road parcel from Agricultural to Residential Multi-Family for a four-unit dwelling (PL-22-198)
- Special use permit for a wedding and special events venue at 3200 Sunnymeade Road on Agricultural-zoned property (PL-22-205)
- Semi-annual code update to Chapters 21 (Subdivisions) and 22 (Zoning) scheduled for December 6th Board Meeting
- Proposed 9-lot Long Branch Estates subdivision on Goat Island Road and Mohawk Road in the Brookneal Election District
The Planning Commission recommended approval for two rezoning requests, a special use permit for a wedding venue, and a semi-annual code update. The commission also recommended approval for a 9-lot subdivision and elected its 2023 officers.
- Recommended approval to rezone 22.938 acres to Industrial-General and 13.49 acres to Residential-Single Family (7-0)
- Recommended approval to rezone 1.188 acres from Agricultural to Residential-Multi Family for four townhomes (7-0)
- Recommended approval of special use permit for wedding and special events venue at 3200 Sunnymeade Road (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Semi Annual Code Update to Chapter 21 (Subdivisions) and Chapter 22 (Zoning) (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 9-lot Long Branch Estates subdivision (6-0, 1 abstain)
- Appointed K. William Kirk as 2023 Chairman, Dean B. Monroe as Vice-Chairman, and Thomas K. Lawton as Secretary (7-0)
- Approved minutes from October 24, 2022 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Industrial Development Authority
The Campbell County Industrial Development Authority is meeting to review routine matters including minutes, financial reports, and project updates. They will hear a presentation on the Revolving Loan Fund Program and receive updates on the Simplimatic lease and grading projects. The meeting is largely procedural with informational items.
- Simplimatic Lease Update
- Revolving Loan Fund Program Presentation
- Financial Report
- Grading Project Update
- Savings Account Interest Rate Report
The Authority approved the creation of the CLiMB Revolving Loan Fund and selected Select Bank for its servicing. The board also voted to redistribute funds from First National Bank of Altavista to Ally Bank and Select Bank. Additionally, a lease extension for Simplimatic Automation LLC was approved through the first quarter of 2023.
- Approved Simplimatic lease extension through Q1 2023, then month-to-month at 2023 rate (Unanimous)
- Approved creation of CLiMB Revolving Loan Fund with agribusiness limits removed (Unanimous)
- Approved Select Bank to service the Revolving Loan Fund (4-0-2)
- Approved moving $150,000 to Ally Bank (4-0-2)
- Approved moving $50,000 to Select Bank for CLiMB fund (4-0-2)
- Approved moving approx. $34,000 to Select Bank preferred money market account (4-0-2)
- Approved keeping $10,000 at First National Bank (4-0-2)
- Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Broadband Authority
The Campbell County Broadband Authority is meeting to approve minutes from July 19, 2022, and receive updates on county broadband projects involving Shentel and Firefly. The meeting is held via Zoom and will adjourn to the Board of Supervisors meeting.
- Approval of minutes from July 19, 2022 meeting
- Update on Shentel broadband project
- Update on Firefly broadband project
The Authority approved the minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting. Members received progress updates on VATI-funded broadband projects from Firefly and Shentel regarding construction timelines and resident notifications.
- Approved July 19, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors is meeting to receive presentations from the Commissioner of the Revenue and the Treasurer, and to consider recommendations from the Board of Equalization. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Presentation by Calvin Massie, Commissioner of the Revenue
- Presentation by Sheila Smith, Treasurer
- Board of Equalization recommendations
The Board adopted an emergency ordinance extending the due date for various 2022 taxes from December 5, 2022, to January 6, 2023. The Board also recommended three citizens for appointment to the Board of Equalization.
- Adopted emergency ordinance extending due dates for real estate, personal property, minerals, public service corporations, and watershed improvement taxes to Jan 6, 2023 (6-0)
- Adopted emergency ordinance extending due dates for Machinery and Tools and Business Equipment taxes to Jan 6, 2023 (6-0)
- Adopted emergency ordinance extending due date for Airport Special Service District tax to Jan 6, 2023 (6-0)
- Recommended Donald R. Leslie, William T. Burleigh, and J. Michael Davidson for appointment to the Board of Equalization (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will consider authorizing the $150,000 acquisition of the Rustburg Presbyterian Church for future county office and meeting space, with the church retaining use for one year. The board will also vote on advertising a semi-annual code update, approve appropriations and a $15,422.25 county attorney invoice, and hold public hearings on four zoning and special use permit requests.
- Acquire Rustburg Presbyterian Church (5,500 sq ft, 0.27 acres) for $150,000
- Approve county attorney invoice of $15,422.25 for Sept 21–Oct 18, 2022 services
- Rezone 1.50 acres at 20795 Lynchburg Highway to Business – Heavy Commercial for auto body repair
- Special use permit for Airbnb-style rooming house at 523 Dawnridge Drive (max 6 renters)
- Rezone 55.374 acres on Austin Mill Road & Buffalo Mill Road for 59-lot subdivision
The Board of Supervisors approved the acquisition of the Rustburg Presbyterian Church for future county office use. Several rezoning requests and special use permits for residential and commercial properties were also approved. The Board authorized a public hearing for proposed County Code updates.
- Approved $150,000 purchase of Rustburg Presbyterian Church (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 20795 Lynchburg Highway to Heavy Commercial for auto repair (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for rooming house at 523 Dawnridge Drive (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for rooming house and family unit at 684 Arrington Drive (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 55.374 acres at Austin Mill and Buffalo Mill Road for 60-lot subdivision (5-2)
- Authorized public hearing for County Code updates on December 6, 2022 (7-0)
- Approved various General Fund and Capital Improvement Fund appropriations (7-0)
- Reappointed members to Social Services Board, Planning Commission, CCUSA, and Recreation Advisory Council (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Industrial Development Authority
The Campbell County Industrial Development Authority is meeting to review financial reports, discuss revolving loan fund grant opportunities, and receive updates on economic development projects and a grading project. The board will also consider higher interest rate account options and hear public comment.
- Discussion of EDA and USDA grant opportunities for a Revolving Loan Fund
- Update on Dearing Ford Center for Business and Manufacturing covenant removal
- Natural gas extension approved down Crowell Lane
- Precision Agriculture Grant pay requests in processing
- Feasibility study recommends renovating VTI vacant space for manufacturing incubator
The Industrial Development Authority approved the financial reports and the minutes from August 25 and September 19, 2022. The board discussed the potential for a Revolving Loan Fund and higher-yielding savings accounts. A special session is scheduled for December 1, 2022, to review Seneca Park site designs and loan fund proposals.
- Approved August 25, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved September 19, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved financial reports and Simplimatic Lease statement (unanimous)
- Scheduled special session for December 1, 2022
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the financial report and paying bills. They will also receive updates on maintenance items (AWOS, PAPI, phone line) and discuss the schedule for a consulting services RFP and ALP brainstorming. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Approve financial report and payment of bills
- Maintenance updates: AWOS, PAPI, phone line
- Consulting Services RFP schedule discussion
- ALP brainstorming discussion
Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission will meet to approve prior minutes, introduce a new staff member, and receive a guest presentation on the goals of economic development from the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance. No binding decisions or financial actions are on the agenda.
- Guest presentation by Megan Lucas, CEP & Chief Economic Officer, Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance on goals of economic development
- Introduction of new staff member
- Approval of April 14, 2022 meeting minutes
The commission approved the minutes from the April 14, 2022 meeting. Staff introduced a new Economic Development Coordinator, and the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance provided a presentation on economic development goals.
- Approved April 14, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Campbell County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on October 24, 2022, to consider two public hearings: a rezoning request for a manufactured home at 5862 Colonial Highway and a special use permit for a rooming house at 366 Beech Tree Lane. They will also review a proposed 91-lot subdivision called Blue Ridge Commons off Leesville Road and a fall update to the zoning ordinance.
- Rezoning request (PL-22-165) by C Alvin Watts for 5862 Colonial Highway from Residential-Multi Family to Residential-Manufactured Housing for a second manufactured home
- Special use permit request (PL-22-166) by Steve & Kimberly Wilson to operate a rooming house at 366 Beech Tree Lane in a Residential-Single Family zone
- Proposed 91-lot subdivision, Blue Ridge Commons – Section 2, off Leesville Road in Sunburst Election District, zoned Residential-Multi Family
- Fall 2022 Zoning Ordinance update summary to be discussed
The Campbell County Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning to allow a second manufactured home at 5862 Colonial Highway and a special use permit for a short-term rental (Airbnb) at 366 Beech Tree Lane. Both recommendations will go to the Board of Supervisors on December 6. The commission also approved a 91-lot subdivision, Blue Ridge Commons Section 2, off Leesville Road.
- Recommended approval of rezoning 1.815 acres from Residential–Multi Family to Residential–Manufactured Housing at 5862 Colonial Highway (5-0)
- Recommended approval of special use permit for short-term rental (rooming house) at 366 Beech Tree Lane, limiting guests to four (5-0)
- Approved 91-lot subdivision Blue Ridge Commons Section 2 off Leesville Road (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors is holding a work session to discuss the property reassessment process. The agenda includes an overview of statutory requirements, a discussion of the assessment process, and a presentation on information management and dissemination. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Overview of statutory requirements for assessment
- Discussion of assessment process with Wampler-Eanes Appraisal Group
- Presentation on information management and dissemination
The Board received a detailed overview of the 2023 General Reassessment, which will be effective January 1, 2023, with notices mailed in mid-to-late November. No votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational only and adjourned without action.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on three special use permit requests: a rooming house at 3608 Bear Creek Road, an expansion of a sawmill and pallet operation near 667 Whitehall Road, and a towing business near 6051 Gladys Road. The Board will also consider a $21,530.02 tax refund to Provident Midstream USA, Inc., a $134,948 bid for a Sheriff's Department storage building, and a private water line easement request for Sleepy Hollow Estates. Additionally, the Board will accept the 2022 VACo Achievement Award and enter a closed session to discuss a business expansion.
- Public hearing: special use permit for rooming house at 3608 Bear Creek Road (Airbnb)
- Public hearing: special use permit to expand sawmill/pallet operation near 667 Whitehall Road
- Public hearing: special use permit for towing business near 6051 Gladys Road
- Refund of $21,530.02 business equipment tax to Provident Midstream USA, Inc.
- Bid of $134,948 to Owen Building & Remodeling for Sheriff's storage building
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors approved three special use permits: a rooming house at 3608 Bear Creek Road, an expansion of Yoder Land & Timber's sawmill and pallet operation adjacent to 667 Whitehall Road, and a towing and recovery business adjacent to 6051 Gladys Road. The board also approved a $21,530.02 tax refund to Provident Midstream USA, Inc., a private water line easement for the Fitzgerald property, and a consent agenda including a $134,948 bid for a Sheriff's Department storage building. A closed meeting was held to discuss a prospective business expansion.
- Approved special use permit for Barbara Potts to operate a rooming house at 3608 Bear Creek Road (6-0)
- Approved special use permit for Yoder Land & Timber LLC to expand sawmill and pallet operation adjacent to 667 Whitehall Road (6-0)
- Approved special use permit for Dianne Fifer to operate a towing and recovery business adjacent to 6051 Gladys Road, with a condition of no more than 10 vehicles on-site (6-0)
- Approved $21,530.02 tax refund to Provident Midstream USA, Inc. for overpayment of business equipment tax (6-0)
- Approved private water line easement for Richard and Loretta Fitzgerald along unnamed access road in Sleepy Hollow Estates (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including appropriations, County Attorney invoice of $28,750.17, FY 2024 Budget Calendar, and bid award of $134,948 to Owen Building & Remodeling for Sheriff's Department storage building (6-0)
- Appointed Eunice Nogueras to Central Virginia Community College Board until June 30, 2025 (6-0)
- Recommended William T. Burleigh and Donald R. Leslie for appointment to Board of Equalization (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority is meeting to discuss updates from the Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV), including the inspection and repair of the AWOS and a PAPI outage. They will also review financial reports, approve bill payments, and hear staff updates on the Airport Master Plan and a response from LU regarding the fuel agreement.
- AWOS inspection and repair
- PAPI outage
- Approve financial report
- Payment of bills
- LU reply on fuel agreement
Planning Commission
The commission is reviewing several land use matters including rezoning requests and special use permits. These items are scheduled for the November 1st Board Meeting.
- Rezoning of 20795 Lynchburg Highway to Business – Heavy Commercial for an automotive body repair facility
- Special use permit for a rooming house at 523 Dawnridge Drive
- Special use permit for a rooming house and additional dwelling unit at 684 Arrington Drive
- Rezoning of Austin Mill Road and Buffalo Mill Road to Residential – Single Family, Conditional for a subdivision
- Proposed 20-lot Sugar Hill Farm subdivision on Sugar Hill Road and Gilliam Road
The Campbell County Planning Commission recommended approval of four items to the Board of Supervisors: a rezoning for an auto body repair shop, two special use permits for short-term rentals, a 59-lot subdivision rezoning, and a 20-lot subdivision. All votes were unanimous except the subdivision rezoning (6-1). The commission also approved minutes from the prior meeting.
- Recommended approval of PL-22-153 to rezone 20795 Lynchburg Highway to Business – Heavy Commercial for auto body repair (7-0)
- Recommended approval of PL-22-154 for a special use permit at 523 Dawnridge Drive for a rooming house with a limit of six guests (7-0)
- Recommended approval of PL-22-155 for a special use permit at 684 Arrington Drive for a rooming house and additional dwelling unit (7-0)
- Recommended approval of PL-22-156 to rezone 55.374 acres on 29-A-7 to Residential – Single Family, Conditional for a 59-lot subdivision (6-1, Monroe opposed)
- Recommended approval of Sugar Hill Farm, a 20-lot subdivision on Sugar Hill Road (7-0)
- Approved minutes from the August 22, 2022 meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors is holding a joint meeting with the CCUSA Board and staff to discuss the CCUSA utilities system, future growth opportunities, and financial modeling. This is a discussion-only agenda with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.
- Overview of CCUSA utilities system by Jeff Wells and Tim Wagner
- Future growth opportunities presented by Tim Wagner and Paul Harvey
- Financial modeling presentation by Davenport & Co.
- Joint meeting with CCUSA Board and staff
The Board of Supervisors held a joint meeting with the Campbell County Utilities and Service Authority (CCUSA) to review the utility system's history, current operations, and future capital needs. No binding decisions were made; the board expressed general support for a partnership to identify utility projects and noted the need for potential rate increases and staffing additions in the future.
- No rate increases or project approvals voted at this meeting
- Board agreed in principle to partner with CCUSA on utility projects
- Pacoman Road wastewater pump station added to project list for discussion
- Seneca Park Gravity Sewer B project removed from list
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Industrial Development Authority
The Industrial Development Authority approved a resolution to issue a $6.5 million lease revenue bond to complete funding for Rustburg Middle School. The bond, with a fixed interest rate not exceeding 3.35% and a 20-year amortization, will be purchased by American National Bank and Trust Company. The Authority also approved related lease and assignment agreements, using Brookneal Elementary School as collateral. The meeting was otherwise procedural with no public comments.
- Approved $6,500,000 lease revenue bond for Rustburg Middle School completion
- Bond purchased by American National Bank of Danville, VA with 3.35% max interest
- Lease-hold interest in Brookneal Elementary School used as collateral
- 20-year amortization, maturing no later than September 1, 2042
- County's obligation subject to annual appropriations by Board of Supervisors
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for a 21-acre parcel at 436 Marshall Mill Road, a special use permit for a private landing strip at 5117 Long Island Road, and a lease of the Brookneal Library basement for a daycare. The board will also vote on a resolution honoring a WWII veteran, approve carryover requests totaling over $4.7 million, and consider a USDA lease agreement with security upgrades.
- Rezoning 21.024 acres at 436 Marshall Mill Road from Agricultural to Residential-Single Family (Planning Commission recommended denial 4-2)
- Special use permit for private grass landing strip at 5117 Long Island Road (Planning Commission recommended approval 6-0 with conditions)
- Lease of Brookneal Library basement to Altavista YMCA for daycare at $5/sq ft for one year
- Carryover requests: $624,564.22 General Fund, $3,888,785.70 CIP, $203,112.76 Solid Waste Fund
- USDA lease renewal with rent increase from $10.00 to $18.53/sq ft and $62,000 transfer for security upgrades
The Board approved $6.5 million in completion funding for Rustburg Middle School via a 20-year loan from American National Bank at 3.25% interest. It also approved a rezoning at 436 Marshall Mill Road from Agricultural to Residential-Single Family (6-1), a special use permit for a private landing strip at 5117 Long Island Road, and a one-year lease to the Altavista YMCA for daycare space at the Brookneal Library. Carryover requests totaling $4.7 million and various encumbrances were approved.
- Approved $6.5M completion funding for Rustburg Middle School via 20-year loan from American National Bank (7-0)
- Approved rezoning at 436 Marshall Mill Road from Agricultural to Residential-Single Family (6-1, with one abstention)
- Approved special use permit for private landing strip at 5117 Long Island Road (7-0)
- Authorized one-year lease with Altavista YMCA for daycare at Brookneal Library basement (7-0)
- Approved carryover requests totaling $4,716,462.68 across funds (7-0)
- Approved encumbrances totaling $21,674,414.03 across funds (7-0)
- Appointed Terri Reinhardt and Caitlyn Enoch to Social Services Board (7-0 each)
- Authorized legal proceedings to abate public nuisances at 2298 Tabor Road and 403 Winebarger Circle (7-0 each)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Industrial Development Authority
The Campbell County Industrial Development Authority is meeting to review its financial report, project updates, and discuss options for its revolving loan fund. The board will also review a construction project and handle routine matters such as approving minutes and public comment.
- Review and approval of April 21, 2022 minutes
- Financial report from Economic Development Staff
- Discussion of Revolving Loan Fund options
- Construction project review
The Industrial Development Authority approved a $13,000 sign project (increase from $12,000) and agreed to split 50% of the cost with Economic Development for engineered grading plans to make Seneca Park lots J, K, and L pad-ready. The board also directed staff to research higher-interest online bank accounts and to return with a structure for a Revolving Loan Fund for small businesses. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved minutes of June 23, 2022, with name correction (unanimous)
- Approved $13,000 sign project (unanimous)
- Directed staff to research online bank accounts for higher interest rates
- Directed staff to return with Revolving Loan Fund structure and grant options
- Approved 50% cost share with county for Seneca Park lot designs J, K, L (unanimous)
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and financial reports, paying bills, and receiving updates from the Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV). They will also discuss the manager's report, staff updates on mowing plans and a gate opener, and hear public comment.
- DOAV updates: July 7th meeting with Director Greg Campbell, reply white paper, FY22 annual funding report
- Approve financial report and payment of bills
- Mowing plans for 2022
- Gate opener update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is considering several special use permits and rezoning requests for agricultural properties. The body is also reviewing three proposed subdivisions of varying sizes across the Spring Hill and Rustburg election districts.
- 116-lot subdivision (The Allure – Section 1) off English Tavern Road
- Rezoning of Collins Ferry Road property (parcel 74-A-35) from Agricultural to Residential – Multi Family for a duplex community
- Special use permit for a rooming house at 3608 Bear Creek Road
- Special use permit to expand a sawmill and pallet operation adjacent to 667 Whitehall Road
- Special use permit for a towing and recovery business adjacent to 6051 Gladys Road
The Campbell County Planning Commission recommended approval of three special use permits and three subdivisions, but voted 3-4 to recommend denial of a rezoning for a 58-unit duplex community for high-functioning autistic adults at 74-A-35, citing location concerns. The commission also recommended approval of a special use permit for a rooming house at 3608 Bear Creek Road, a sawmill expansion, and a towing business with a 10-vehicle limit.
- Recommended approval of special use permit for rooming house at 3608 Bear Creek Road (7-0)
- Recommended denial of rezoning for 58-unit duplex community at 74-A-35 (3-4)
- Recommended approval of special use permit for sawmill expansion (7-0)
- Recommended approval of special use permit for towing business with 10-vehicle limit (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 7-lot subdivision Hyland Farm – Section 3 (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 7-lot subdivision on Leesville Road (7-0)
- Recommended approval of 116-lot subdivision The Allure – Section 1 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider a request for an exception from the noise ordinance for the Central Virginia Criminal Justice Academy and a VATI 2022 grant proposal from RiverStreet Networks. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Request for exception from noise ordinance for Central Virginia Criminal Justice Academy
- VATI 2022 grant proposal from RiverStreet Networks
The Board approved two requests from the Central Virginia Criminal Justice Academy to extend firearms training hours past 10 p.m. on August 23 and September 8, 2022. It also authorized a letter of commitment to Riverstreet Networks for a VATI broadband grant to extend service to 105 additional locations at a local cost of $51,750. No other substantive decisions were made; discussion of a second Zitel proposal was deferred.
- Approved noise ordinance exceptions for firearms training on Aug 23 and Sep 8, 10 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. (6-0)
- Authorized letter of commitment to Riverstreet for VATI broadband grant, local share $51,750 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on a rezoning request, a special use permit for an auto repair business, tax exemptions for Dawn Inc. and Johnson Health Center, and an update to the Comprehensive Plan. The board will also consider consent agenda items including appropriations, a county attorney invoice, and a brush pile removal contract, and will enter closed session for legal and business expansion matters.
- Rezoning of 3.615 acres on Village Highway from Agricultural to Residential – Single Family (PL-22-082)
- Special use permit for auto repair and towing business on Kiowa Road (PL-22-091)
- Tax exemption requests for Dawn Inc. and Johnson Health Center
- County attorney invoice of $16,356.03
- Brush pile removal contract with Tradesman Trucking for $36,700
The Board approved $333,342 in economic development incentives for a new Chick-Fil-A restaurant at 21129 Timberlake Road, including infrastructure for natural gas and water. It also approved a rezoning on Village Highway for a four-lot subdivision, denied a special use permit for an auto repair/towing business on Kiowa Road but approved a substitute motion for an auto repair center with conditions, and granted tax exemptions to Dawn, Inc. and Johnson Health Center. The Board adopted the updated 2022-2037 Comprehensive Plan and authorized legal proceedings to abate public nuisances on several properties.
- Approved $333,342 incentives for Chick-Fil-A (Project Poultry) (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of 3.615 acres on Village Highway to Residential-Single Family (6-0)
- Denied special use permit for auto repair/towing on Kiowa Road (original motion)
- Approved substitute motion for auto repair center on Kiowa Road with 10 conditions (4-2)
- Granted tax exemption to Dawn, Inc. (6-0)
- Granted tax exemption to Johnson Health Center (6-0)
- Adopted updated 2022-2037 Comprehensive Plan (6-0)
- Authorized legal proceedings to abate nuisances on Daddy Rabbit Lane, Sunnymeade Road, Candlemakers Lane, and New Chapel Road (6-0 and 4-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority is meeting to discuss the airport's financial sustainability and potential closure after fuel sales ceased in early 2021. The authority has notified the Virginia Department of Aviation of its situation and is awaiting possible alternatives. The agenda includes routine items like financial reports and staff updates, but the underlying issue is the airport's future.
- Discussion of closure options due to lack of fuel sales revenue and limited funding
- Update on July 7 meeting with DOAV Director Greg Campbell
- Annual funding report for FY 22 submitted
- Mowing plans for 2022 and gate opener update
- Financial report and payment of bills
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding public hearings on two land use requests. These matters are scheduled for the September 6th Board Meeting.
- PL-22-117: Request to rezone 436 Marshall Mill Road from Agricultural to Residential - Single Family for a subdivision
- PL-22-118: Request for a special use permit for a private landing strip at 5117 Long Island Road
The Campbell County Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for a 19-lot single-family subdivision at 436 Marshall Mill Road, but the vote was split 2-4. The commission also unanimously recommended approval of a special use permit for a private grass landing strip at 5117 Long Island Road with conditions. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Recommended approval of rezoning 21.024 acres to Residential-Single Family for 19-lot subdivision (2-4, with 1 absent)
- Recommended approval of special use permit for private grass landing strip at 5117 Long Island Road (6-0, with 1 absent)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Broadband Authority
The Campbell County Broadband Authority is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on county broadband projects from providers Shentel, Riverstreet, and Firefly, and consider a citizen request for reimbursement from the Runaway Bay community, including a Starlink list. The meeting is procedural and includes a call to order and adjournment to a regular business meeting.
- Approval of minutes from 04-05-22
- Update on broadband projects by Shentel, Riverstreet, Firefly
- Citizen request for reimbursement from Runaway Bay community
- Review of Starlink list
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will vote to accept the facility and equipment of the disbanded Citizens Emergency Crew, transferring four members to the county volunteer force. The board will also authorize a contract with GBB for waste disposal planning, capped at $200,000. Public hearings are scheduled for a redistricting ordinance based on Plan A2, a semi-annual code update, and two tax exemption requests.
- Acceptance of Citizens Emergency Crew facility, ambulances, and equipment; four members to become county volunteers
- Contract award to GBB for solid waste management consultation, with a budget cap of $200,000
- Public hearing on redistricting ordinance reflecting Plan A2 election district boundaries
- Public hearing on semi-annual updates to the Campbell County Code (Chapters 21 and 22)
- Public hearings for tax exemption requests from Johnson Health Center (925 Village Highway) and Dawn, Inc. (717 7th Street)
The Board accepted the Citizens Emergency Crew facility, ambulances, and equipment after the agency disbanded, and authorized the County Attorney to execute the transfer. It also adopted a new redistricting ordinance based on the 2020 Census, approved a special use permit for a rooming house at 27 Cuddington Lane while denying the tourist house request, and approved a rezoning at 144 Church Lane. The Board tabled a proposed change to the firearms discharge ordinance (Chapter 16) until December 2022.
- Accepted Citizens Emergency Crew facility, ambulances, and equipment (7-0)
- Adopted redistricting ordinance with new election district boundaries and polling places (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for rooming house at 27 Cuddington Lane; denied tourist house request (7-0)
- Approved rezoning at 144 Church Lane to Residential – Manufactured Housing, Conditional (6-0, Watts abstained)
- Authorized negotiations with GBB for solid waste management consulting, up to $200,000 (7-0)
- Authorized advertising public hearings for tax exemption requests from Johnson Health Center and Dawn, Inc. (7-0)
- Adopted resolution declaring Campbell County a 'strong advocate for life' (7-0)
- Tabled change to firearms discharge ordinance (Chapter 16) until December 2022 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing proposed updates to the Campbell County Comprehensive Plan and the county code regarding subdivisions and zoning. The body is also considering a rezoning request and a special use permit for business operations.
- Proposed updates to Comprehensive Plan chapters on Introduction, Population and Demographics, Administration and Finance, Housing, and Transportation Systems and Facilities
- Proposed updates to Chapter 21 (Subdivisions) and Chapter 22 (Zoning) of the Code of Campbell County
- Request by Mark Marston to rezone property on Village Highway (parcel 26-A-48A) from Agricultural to Residential – Single Family
- Request by Russ Nixon for a special use permit for automobile repair and towing on Kiowa Road (parcel 17E-1-15)
- Review of the FY2022 Annual Report from the Zoning and Subdivisions Administrator
The Campbell County Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning request (PL-22-082) to allow a four-lot single-family subdivision on Village Highway, with a 5-1 vote. The commission denied a special use permit (PL-22-091) for an auto repair and towing business on Kiowa Road, voting 0-6 against it. The commission also approved updates to the Comprehensive Plan and County Code chapters on subdivisions and zoning, both unanimously.
- Recommended approval of rezoning PL-22-082 for a four-lot single-family subdivision on Village Highway (5-1)
- Denied special use permit PL-22-091 for auto repair and towing business on Kiowa Road (0-6)
- Approved updates to Chapter 21 and 22 of the Comprehensive Plan (6-0)
- Approved updates to Chapter 21 and 22 of the County Code (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Industrial Development Authority
The Campbell County Industrial Development Authority will review its financial report and bond options, discuss its incentive program, and review construction projects. The board will also hear project updates from economic development staff and consider matters from the chairman and members. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and public comment.
- Financial report and bond options discussion
- IDA Incentive Program discussion
- Construction project review
- Project updates including HUBZone designations and incentive compliance payments
- Review of April 21, 2022 minutes
The Industrial Development Authority approved spending no more than $12,000 for McBride to install a sign and RSG Landscaping to provide landscaping at Simplimatic. The board also approved the minutes from April 27, 2022, and tabled discussions on banking options, small business incentives, and construction projects for future meetings.
- Approved up to $12,000 for McBride sign installation and RSG Landscaping landscaping (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 27, 2022 (unanimous)
- Tabled discussion on banking options to generate more interest
- Tabled discussion on small business incentives, including revolving loan fund
- Tabled discussion on creating buildable lots on sites 30,000 sq ft or larger
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority is meeting to discuss routine operational matters, including a tie-down agreement, updates from the Virginia Department of Aviation (DOAV), financial reports, and various staff reports. Items include a new sponsor agreement form, pavement report review, and contract renewals. The meeting is largely procedural with no major policy decisions expected.
- Tie-down Agreement
- DOAV Updates: New Sponsor Agreement form, Pavement Report review
- Financial: Approve Financial Report, Payment of Bills
- Manager's Report: New Tie Down, Ambassador Stamp Inquiries
- Staff Updates: FAA Based Aircraft Report, Mowing Plans for 2022, Key Audit & Re-keying estimate, AWOS Inspection Contract renewal
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority approved the April and May meeting minutes, paid all outstanding bills, and unanimously extended Austin Electric's contract for two years with an opt-out clause if the airport closes. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.
- Approved revised April 27, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved May 25, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills totaling $6,309.39 (unanimous)
- Extended Austin Electric contract for 2 years with opt-out if airport closes (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will discuss financing options and procurement methodology for the Brookville Attendance Zone project, including a draft construction manager at risk resolution. They will also consider a request for a noise ordinance exception for the Yuille Family Reunion. The meeting includes a tour of Rustburg Middle School and a thank you note from the Commissioner and Treasurer's office.
- Discussion of financing options for Brookville Attendance Zone
- Draft CM at Risk Resolution for Brookville project
- Discussion of procurement methodology
- Request for exception from noise ordinance for Yuille Family Reunion
- Thank you note from Commissioner and Treasurer's office
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved using the Construction Management at Risk (CM at Risk) procurement method for the $40 million renovation of Brookville High School, and approved a Joint Committee and Clifton Tweedy as project coordinator. The board also approved a noise ordinance exception for a family reunion on July 2, 2022. A financial advisor presented an updated $108 million capital funding plan, but no formal action was taken on it.
- Approved CM at Risk procurement for Brookville High School renovation (6-0, Watts absent)
- Approved Joint Committee to oversee CM at Risk selection and construction
- Approved Clifton Tweedy as project coordinator for Brookville High renovation
- Approved noise ordinance exception for Yuille family reunion until 1:00 a.m. on July 2, 2022 (6-0, Watts absent)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on several items, including rezoning requests, a tax due date extension, and adopting Construction Management at Risk for the Brookville High School renovation. The board will also consider authorizing advertisements for a code update and redistricting ordinance, and approving a tax refund to Datacut Precision Machining.
- Public hearing on rezoning 1.428 acres at 175 Evington Road to Residential–Manufactured Housing (Planning Commission recommended denial 5-0)
- Public hearing on rezoning 3.75 acres at Peerman School Road and Wards Road to Residential–Manufactured Housing (Planning Commission recommended denial 4-0, one abstention)
- Public hearing to re-enact ordinance extending June 2022 tax due date to July 12, 2022, waiving penalties until after August 12, 2022
- Public hearing on Construction Management at Risk procurement for Brookville High School renovation (budget not to exceed $40 million)
- Request to authorize $19,419.47 tax refund to Datacut Precision Machining, Inc.
The Board authorized advertising Map A2 for redistricting, approved two rezoning requests, adopted the VDOT Six-Year Plan, and extended the June 2022 tax due date to July 12. It also approved a $19,419.47 tax refund to Datacut Precision Machining and adopted a policy for alternate contract procurement.
- Authorized advertising redistricting Map A2 (6-1, Brown nay)
- Approved $19,419.47 tax refund to Datacut Precision Machining (unanimous)
- Approved special use permit at 173 Timber Ridge Drive (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning at 175 Evington Road to Residential-Manufactured Housing, Conditional (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning at Peerman School Road and Wards Road (4-1, Moore and Watts abstained)
- Adopted VDOT Secondary Six-Year Plan FY2023-2028 (unanimous)
- Adopted alternate contract structure procurement policy (unanimous)
- Extended June 2022 tax due date to July 12, 2022 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several administrative and financial items, including a tie-down lease agreement, reimbursement for AWOS inspection and repair, a gate key audit report, and the financial report and payment of bills. They will also receive updates on a new economic development staff member and the status of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
- Tie-down Lease Agreement
- AWOS Inspection and Repair Reimbursement
- Gate Key Audit Report
- Approve Financial Report and Payment of Bills
- Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Status
The Brookneal/Campbell County Airport Authority approved the April 27, 2022 minutes and payment of bills for telephone, electricity, and other expenses. The tie-down agreement was held over for further review, with a change to make BCCAA the lesser. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved April 27, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills: Century Link, Southside Electric, DOVA, and BCCAA (unanimous)
- Held over tie-down agreement for review and revision
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider land use requests scheduled for the July 19th Board Meeting. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding complaints about using campers as living quarters.
- Rezoning request for 144 Church Lane from Agricultural to Residential – Manufactured Housing
- Special use permit request for a rooming and tourist house at 27 Cuddington Lane
- Proposed changes to Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances
- Discussion on complaints regarding the use of campers as living quarters
The Campbell County Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning at 144 Church Lane to Residential-Manufactured Housing (7-0) and a special use permit for a rooming house at 27 Cuddington Lane (7-0), but split 4-3 against a separate tourist house permit. The commission also agreed to draft a zoning code change allowing campers for less than 10 days, to be considered in December.
- Recommended approval of rezoning PL-22-060 at 144 Church Lane to Residential-Manufactured Housing (7-0)
- Recommended approval of special use permit PL-22-062 for rooming house at 27 Cuddington Lane (7-0)
- Denied recommendation for tourist house permit at 27 Cuddington Lane (4-3)
- Agreed to propose zoning code change allowing campers for less than 10 days, to return in December
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss next steps in the redistricting process and an update on twice-a-year tax collection. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss a prospective business or industry expansion, as allowed by state law. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Redistricting process next steps
- Twice-a-year tax collection update
- Closed session to discuss prospective business or industry expansion
The Board of Supervisors adopted an emergency ordinance extending the first installment due date for 2022 real estate, personal property, minerals, watershed improvement, motor vehicle license, and Airport Special Service District taxes from June 6 to July 12, 2022, with penalties and interest delayed until August 12, 2022. The vote was 4-2, with Hardie and Watts dissenting. The Board also reached consensus to advertise redistricting Plan A2 for public comment, and held a closed meeting on a prospective business expansion.
- Adopted emergency ordinance extending 2022 tax due date to July 12, 2022 (4-2)
- Delayed penalties and interest on delinquent taxes until August 12, 2022 (4-2)
- Consensus to advertise redistricting Plan A2 for public comment
- Held closed meeting to discuss prospective business expansion (5-0)
- Certified closed meeting complied with Virginia FOIA (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on three land-use requests (a wedding venue, a rooming house, and a 77-lot subdivision) and a boundary line adjustment with the Town of Altavista. The board will also consider consent agenda items including appropriations, a county attorney invoice, Board of Equalization appointments, and a building official appointment. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property acquisition or disposition.
- Special use permit for wedding venue at 3453 Gladys Road, Gladys (PL-22-024)
- Special use permit for rooming house at 4051 Oxford Furnace Road, Lynchburg (PL-22-025)
- Rezoning of 55.374 acres on Austin Mill Road and Buffalo Mill Road, Evington, for 77-lot subdivision (PL-22-023)
- Boundary line adjustment agreement with Town of Altavista
- County Attorney invoice of $19,740.25
The Board of Supervisors denied a request to rezone 55.34 acres at Austin Mill Road and Buffalo Mill Road from Agricultural to Residential Single-Family for a proposed 77-lot subdivision, voting 5-2 against the Planning Commission's recommendation. The Board also approved two special use permits for a wedding venue and a rooming house, and approved a boundary line adjustment with the Town of Altavista.
- Denied rezoning for 77-lot subdivision at Austin Mill and Buffalo Mill roads (5-2)
- Approved special use permit for wedding venue at 3453 Gladys Road (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for rooming house at 4051 Oxford Furnace Road (7-0)
- Approved boundary line adjustment agreement with Town of Altavista (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including appropriations and appointments (7-0)
- Appointed Mariannette Oyola-Perez to CVCC Board (7-0)
- Appointed James Enoch to Library Board (7-0)
- Reappointed Thomas Vaughan and Vance Driskill to Industrial Development Authority (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
This meeting of the Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority has no agenda available. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda and directs readers to review the meeting minutes.
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority approved updating the Airport Minimum Standards to the 2022 version. They also approved paying bills totaling $2,116.71 and noted a checkbook balance of $76,858.69 after payments. No new fuel project or infrastructure funding was reported, and a tie-down agreement was deferred to next month.
- Approved minutes of February 23, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved payment of bills: Century Link, Southside Electric, BB&T/Truist, BCCAA, and Austin Electric (unanimous)
- Approved update of Airport Minimum Standards to 2022 version (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing several land use requests for public hearings scheduled for the June 7th Board Meeting. Discussion includes updates to the Comprehensive Plan and a reported increase in complaints regarding campers used as living quarters.
- Special use permit for an additional dwelling unit at 173 Timber Ridge Drive
- Rezoning of 175 Evington Road from Agricultural to Residential – Manufactured Housing
- Rezoning of Peerman Road and Wards Road (parcel 70-A-11) to Residential – Manufactured Housing
- Comprehensive Plan draft chapter updates
The Campbell County Planning Commission recommended approval of a special use permit for an additional dwelling unit at 173 Timber Ridge Drive, but denied two rezoning requests. The commission also agreed to advertise a public hearing on Comprehensive Plan changes and to study camper residency issues.
- Recommended approval of special use permit PL-22-037 for additional dwelling unit at 173 Timber Ridge Drive (5-0)
- Denied rezoning PL-22-043 at 175 Evington Road from Agricultural to Residential-Manufactured Housing (0-5)
- Denied rezoning PL-22-051 for 3.75 acres from Residential-Multi Family to Residential-Manufactured Housing (0-4, 1 abstention)
- Agreed to advertise public hearing for Comprehensive Plan changes at May meeting
- Requested staff to survey neighboring localities on camper residency regulations
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Industrial Development Authority
The Campbell County Industrial Development Authority meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review meeting minutes.
- No agenda items listed
The Industrial Development Authority approved the January 27, 2022 minutes with a minor wording change, and re-elected Vance Driskill as Chairman, Dennis Rosser as Vice-Chairman, and George Rosser as Secretary Treasurer. Staff reported that the USEDA grant was declined, the HUBZone application was approved, and the Precision Agriculture Grant work continues. The board discussed potential bond options, a possible new building at Seneca Commerce Park, and forming a subcommittee to learn about economic development, but took no formal action on these items.
- Approved January 27, 2022 minutes with modification (all in favor)
- Re-elected Vance Driskill as Chairman (all in favor)
- Elected Dennis Rosser as Vice-Chairman (all in favor)
- Re-elected George Rosser as Secretary Treasurer (all in favor)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will meet to receive an overview of the redistricting process and discuss options for the Brookville attendance zone, presented by staff and RRMM Architects. The board will also consider entering a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The meeting is available via Zoom.
- Overview of redistricting process by Community Development Director Paul Harvey
- Presentation and discussion of Brookville attendance zone options by staff and RRMM Architects
- Request to enter closed session under Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711(A)(1) for personnel matters
The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to authorize staff to proceed with a solicitation for the renovation and expansion of Brookville High School, with a budget not to exceed $40 million. The decision followed a presentation by RRMM Architects on options for the Brookville attendance zone, which included a recommendation to build a new elementary school, but the Board chose to focus on the high school renovation first. Staff was also directed to continue looking for a suitable site for a new elementary school. The Board also held a closed meeting to discuss personnel matters and certified the closed meeting as compliant with Virginia law.
- Authorized staff to proceed with solicitation for renovation and expansion of Brookville High School, budget not to exceed $40 million (7-0)
- Directed staff to continue searching for a suitable site for a new elementary school in the Brookville attendance zone
- Entered closed meeting at 7:54 p.m. to discuss personnel matters (7-0)
- Returned to open session at 8:34 p.m. (7-0)
- Adopted certificate of closed meeting (7-0)
- Adjourned at 8:35 p.m. (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Commission
The Campbell County Economic Development Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, hearing staff updates, and discussing county incentives. The agenda includes a public comment period and matters from committee members.
- Approval of March 18, 2021, meeting minutes
- Staff updates: passing of Eric Fletcher, new member welcome, staff changes
- Discussion of county incentives
- Upcoming and new programs
Broadband Authority
The Campbell County Broadband Authority is meeting to approve the January 4, 2022 minutes and receive an update on county broadband and VATI (Virginia Telecommunications Initiative) projects. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the project update.
- Approval of January 4, 2022 meeting minutes
- Update on county broadband and VATI projects
The Campbell County Broadband Authority approved a motion authorizing the County Administrator to send a letter to the Department of Housing and Community Development supporting Shentel's revised VATI grant project. The revision changes the project from a hybrid fiber/wireless model to a complete wireline network (80% fiber, 20% coax) with no additional county funds, still serving over 3,500 unserved homes. The board also approved the January 4, 2022 meeting minutes. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved minutes of January 4, 2022 meeting (7-0)
- Authorized County Administrator to execute support letter to DHCD for Shentel's VATI project changes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the FY 2023 budget, which includes a proposed $0.05 decrease in Personal Property Tax and specific salary increases for county staff. The agenda also includes a request for an Altavista boundary line adjustment and several public hearings regarding rezoning and special use permits.
- Adoption of FY 2023 budget and tax rates, including a $0.05 Personal Property Tax reduction
- Proposed salary increase of 5% or $3,000 for most full-time employees, and 5% or $4,000 for Public Safety/Law Enforcement
- Altavista boundary line adjustment request for a parcel adjoining Dearing Ford commerce park
- Rezoning request for a 252-unit apartment complex adjacent to 18422 Leesville Road
- Special use permit for a 5MW community solar garden on Murrell Lane
The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the FY2023 budget of $115,294,079, which includes a $0.05 reduction in the personal property tax rate and an 80% assessment ratio for certain personal property. The board also approved salary increases of 5% or $3,000 for general employees and 5% or $4,000 for public safety and sheriff's personnel, effective July 1, 2022. Additionally, the board approved a rezoning for an apartment complex, a special use permit for an antique store, and denied a solar farm special use permit.
- Adopted FY2023 budget of $115,294,079 (7-0)
- Approved tax resolution with personal property tax cut of $0.05 and 80% assessment ratio (7-0)
- Approved salary increases: 5% or $3,000 for general employees, 5% or $4,000 for public safety (7-0)
- Authorized advertising for Altavista boundary line adjustment public hearings (7-0)
- Approved rezoning at 18422 Leesville Road to Residential-Multi Family for apartment complex (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for retail antique store at 2008 Colonial Highway (7-0)
- Denied solar garden special use permit on Murrell Lane (4-3)
- Approved consent agenda with 20 appropriations and county attorney invoice (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors is holding public hearings on the proposed FY23 tax rates and the FY23 budget. The proposed budget totals $261.1 million and includes a real estate tax rate of $0.52 per $100 of assessed value. The board will also adjourn to a budget work session after the hearings.
- Public hearing on proposed FY23 tax rates, including real estate at $0.52 per $100, personal property at $4.31, and BPOL tax rates
- Public hearing on FY23 budget proposal totaling $261,111,227
- Proposed transfer of $28,386,460 to schools
- Proposed $2,125,000 transfer to County Capital Improvement Fund
- Proposed $3,930,097 transfer to Debt Service Fund from General Fund
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors held two public hearings on March 29, 2022, for the proposed FY2023 tax rates and budget, but no public comments were received. The proposed budget includes a personal property tax rate reduction from $4.36 to $4.31 per $100, a 5% salary increase for full-time employees, and eight new positions. During a work session, the Board reached consensus on a compensation plan: a 5% increase or $3,000 (whichever is greater) for most employees, and 5% or $4,000 for Sheriff's and Public Safety employees, effective July 1, 2022. No formal votes were taken on the budget or tax rates; adoption is scheduled for April 5, 2022.
- Opened and closed public hearing on FY2023 tax rates with no comments
- Opened and closed public hearing on FY2023 budget with no comments
- Adjourned regular meeting at 7:13 p.m. to reconvene for budget work session
- Reconvened for budget work session on compensation
- Reached consensus on compensation: 5% or $3,000 increase for most employees, 5% or $4,000 for Sheriff's and Public Safety, effective July 1, 2022
- Adjourned work session at 8:53 p.m.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors is holding public hearings regarding the proposed FY 2023 budget and tax rates. Following the hearings, the Board will move to a work session to discuss the budget.
- Public hearing on FY 23 Proposed Tax Rates
- Public hearing on FY 23 Budget Proposal
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors held two public hearings on March 29, 2022, for the proposed FY2023 tax rates and budget, but no public comments were received. The proposed budget includes a reduction in the personal property assessment ratio from 100% to 80% and a tax rate decrease from $4.36 to $4.31 per $100. During a subsequent work session, the Board reached a consensus to recommend a 5% or $3,000 compensation increase for most employees, and 5% or $4,000 for Sheriff's and Public Safety employees, effective July 1, 2022. No formal votes were taken on the budget or tax rates at this meeting.
- Public hearing on proposed tax rates opened and closed with no comments
- Public hearing on FY2023 budget opened and closed with no comments
- Consensus reached to recommend 5% or $3,000 raise for most employees
- Consensus reached to recommend 5% or $4,000 raise for Sheriff's and Public Safety employees
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is considering three public hearing requests regarding rezoning and special use permits. These matters are scheduled for the May 3rd Board Meeting.
- PL-22-023: Request to rezone property on Austin Mill Road and Buffalo Mill Road from Agricultural to Residential - Single Family for a subdivision
- PL-22-024: Request for a special use permit for a wedding and special events venue at 3453 Gladys Road
- PL-22-025: Request for a special use permit for a rooming house at 4051 Oxford Furnace Road
Board of Supervisors
This meeting was canceled. The agenda had been set for a work session to continue discussion of the FY 2023 county budget, but no decisions or discussions will take place.
- Meeting canceled
- FY 2023 County Budget discussion (canceled)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors held a work session to review the Fiscal Year 2023 County Budget Request. The meeting included discussions and recommendations regarding the budget and consideration of advertising a public hearing for the tax rate and budget.
- Review of FY 2023 County Budget Request
- Consideration of advertisement for Tax Rate and Budget Public Hearing
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several land use requests, including a community solar garden on Murrell Lane and a vehicle removal business on Ridge Road. Additionally, the Board will consider approving new engineering service contracts and an invoice for $15,832.93 from the County Attorney.
- Special Use Permit request for a 5MW AC community solar garden on Murrell Lane
- Special Use Permit request for a vehicle removal operator at 1085 Ridge Road
- Rezoning request for 5.226 acres from Agricultural to Residential at 13830 Leesville Road
- Special Use Permit request for an automotive repair establishment on Winfall Road
- Approval of County Attorney invoice totaling $15,832.93
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors continued a special use permit for a community solar garden on Murrell Lane to allow the applicant to revise the request and advertise a new public hearing, addressing concerns about the decommissioning plan and setbacks. The board approved a special use permit for a vehicle removal operator at 1085 Ridge Road, a rezoning at 13830 Leesville Road from Agricultural to Residential – Single Family, and a special use permit for an automotive repair and body work establishment at 1803 Winfall Road. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Continued solar garden special use permit PL-21-203 on Murrell Lane (7-0)
- Approved vehicle removal operator permit at 1085 Ridge Road with conditions (7-0)
- Approved rezoning at 13830 Leesville Road to Residential – Single Family (7-0)
- Approved automotive repair permit at 1803 Winfall Road with hours 7 a.m.-7 p.m. (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including appropriations and bid awards (7-0)
- Approved minutes of Oct 19, 2021 work session, Jan 4 and Jan 18, 2022 meetings (7-0)
- Entered closed meeting for personnel matters and certified compliance (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding public hearings for two land use requests. These matters are scheduled for the April 5th Board Meeting.
- PL-22-007: Request to rezone property adjacent to 18422 Leesville Road from Business – Limited Commercial to Residential - Multi Family for an apartment complex
- PL-22-015: Request for a special use permit for a retail establishment at 2008 Colonial Highway
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority will meet to discuss a fuel farm operation proposal and review updates for airport minimum standards. The agenda also includes a report on gate key applications for parachute operations and information regarding infrastructure bill funding.
- Fuel Farm Operation Proposal
- Review of Airport Minimum Standards for update
- Infrastructure Bill Funding Information
- Gate Key Application – Parachute Operation
The Brookneal/Campbell County Airport Authority met on February 23, 2022, and approved several routine items, including the January minutes, bill payments, an update to the Airport Minimum Standards to the 2022 version, and a weed control contract renewal. The fuel farm operation proposal and gate key application for parachute operation remain on hold. No major infrastructure funding was available at this time.
- Approved January 26, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved bill payments: Century Link $82.24, Southside Electric $203.82, BB&T/Truist $179.26 (unanimous)
- Approved update of Airport Minimum Standards to 2022 version (unanimous)
- Approved weed control contract renewal at $3,780.00 (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss and receive an update on school capital needs. The agenda includes this discussion, followed by other matters and adjournment.
- Update and discussion of school capital needs
The Board of Supervisors reached consensus to move forward with issuing a PPEA (Public-Private Education Act) to renovate Brookville High School and invite proposals for addressing elementary school capacity in the Brookville attendance zone, as recommended by the Joint Committee. The plan includes building a new elementary school, renovating Tomahawk Elementary, and making improvements to Brookville Middle School, with an estimated cost of $83.5 million. No formal vote was taken on this matter; the decision was recorded as consensus. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote (6-0, with one absence) on the motion to adjourn.
- Consensus reached to issue a PPEA for Brookville High School renovation and elementary capacity solutions.
- PPEA solicitation will include asking contractors for site recommendations for a new elementary school.
- No formal vote taken on the PPEA; decision recorded as board consensus.
- Adjourned meeting at 7:27 p.m. by unanimous vote (6-0, Hardie absent).
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review a proposed schedule for the local redistricting process and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. Additionally, staff is requesting authorization to issue an RFP for consulting services regarding long-term waste disposal options.
- Proposed redistricting process schedule with work sessions in April and May 2022
- Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
- Request to issue an RFP for waste disposal planning and financial modeling
- Public hearing request to rezone 3 acres of Tax Map #32-A-65 from Agricultural to Business-General Commercial
- Approval of a $5,148.00 invoice from the County Attorney
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan, which includes $2.125 million in local funding for FY23 projects and $800,000 earmarked for a new animal shelter in FY24. The Board also authorized an RFP for waste disposal planning, approved a rezoning advertisement for a 3-acre parcel, and requested a VDOT study on English Tavern Road. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
- Authorized RFP for waste disposal consultant services (7-0)
- Authorized advertisement of rezoning hearing for 3-acre parcel on Route 24 (7-0)
- Requested VDOT comprehensive study on English Tavern Road (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda with 15 appropriations and County Attorney invoice (7-0)
- Appointed Zach Horsley to Recreation Advisory Council and Trish Hedges to Economic Development Commission (7-0)
- Entered closed meeting for real property acquisition and legal consultation (7-0)
- Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia FOIA (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Industrial Development Authority
The Industrial Development Authority is holding a regular meeting to review and approve the minutes from October 28, 2021, hear public comment, and receive updates from economic development staff, including a financial report, staff changes, and project updates. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from October 28, 2021
- Financial report from economic development staff
- Economic development staff changes
- Project updates
Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority is meeting to consider a fuel farm operation proposal and a gate key application for a parachute operation. The board will also review airport minimum standards, discuss infrastructure bill funding, and handle routine approvals of minutes and financial reports.
- Fuel Farm Operation Proposal
- Gate Key Application – Parachute Operation
- Airport Minimum Standards – Review for Update
- Infrastructure Bill Funding Information
- Approve Financial Report and Payment of Bills
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing several special use permits and one rezoning request for properties currently zoned Agricultural. The body is also considering a right-of-way relocation for Camp Hydaway Road. These land use matters are scheduled for the March 1st Board Meeting.
- PL-21-203: Special use permit for a solar energy facility off Murrell Lane
- PL-21-209: Special use permit for a vehicle removal operator at 1085 Ridge Road
- PL-21-212: Rezoning 13830 Leesville Road from Agricultural to Residential – Single Family
- PL-21-220: Special use permit for automotive repair and bodywork at 1803 Winfall Road
- Proposed relocation of a portion of the right-of-way of Camp Hydaway Road
The Campbell County Planning Commission recommended approval of a special use permit for a 5MW AC community solar garden on approximately 32.9 acres of agricultural land, with a 4-3 vote. They also recommended approval of a vehicle removal operator permit, a rezoning for a single-family subdivision, and an automotive repair shop with operating hours condition. All recommendations go to the Board of Supervisors for final decisions.
- Recommended approval of special use permit for 5MW solar farm (4-3)
- Recommended approval of vehicle removal operator permit with conditions (6-1)
- Recommended approval of rezoning 5.226 acres to Residential Single-Family (5-0, 2 abstentions)
- Recommended approval of automotive repair shop with 7 a.m.-7 p.m. hours (7-0)
- Recommended approval of Camp Hydaway Road right-of-way relocation (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors and School Board are holding a joint work session to discuss preliminary FY23 local revenue projections and the school budget overview. They will also receive an update on school operations and COVID response. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- Preliminary FY23 Local Revenue Projections presented by County Administrator Frank Rogers
- School Budget Overview presented by Superintendent Dr. Bobby Johnson
- Update on School Operations and COVID Response
Broadband Authority
The Campbell County Broadband Authority is meeting to elect officers, establish its meeting schedule, and approve minutes. The main substantive item is updates on VATI grant awards from Shentel, Riverstreet Networks, and Firefly. The agenda is largely procedural, with the grant updates being the only concrete business discussed.
- Election of officers and establishment of meeting schedule
- Approval of minutes
- Updates on VATI grant awards from Shentel, Riverstreet Networks, and Firefly
The Campbell County Broadband Authority re-elected Charlie A. Watts II as Chairman, A. Dale Moore as Vice-Chairman, and Frank J. Rogers as Secretary/Treasurer for 2023, and approved a new meeting schedule (April 18, August 15, October 17) with an inclement weather policy. The board also approved the minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting. Project updates were provided by Riverstreet Networks, Shentel, and Firefly, but no construction contracts or funding decisions were made.
- Re-elected Charlie A. Watts II as Chairman, A. Dale Moore as Vice-Chairman, Frank J. Rogers as Secretary/Treasurer (7-0)
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule with inclement weather policy (7-0)
- Approved minutes of November 15, 2022 meeting (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will conduct an organizational meeting to select a Chairman and Vice-Chairman, establish the 2022 meeting schedule, and assign committees. The agenda also includes a budget public forum for FY 2023 planning and a presentation of the FY 2021 audited financial report.
- Selection of Board Chairman and Vice-Chairman
- Public Forum on Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Planning
- Presentation of FY2021 Audited Financial Report
- Special Use Permit for landfill gas to energy facility at 1099 Livestock Road
- Special Use Permit for additional dwelling unit at 1003 Browns Mill Road
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors denied a special use permit for a landfill gas-to-energy facility at 1099 Livestock Road, approved two special use permits for additional dwelling units, and adopted a resolution supporting parental rights. The board also elected officers, set the 2022 meeting schedule, approved the consent agenda, and made appointments.
- Denied special use permit for landfill gas-to-energy facility at 1099 Livestock Road (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for additional dwelling unit at 1003 Browns Mill Road (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for additional dwelling unit at 420 Mt. Vista Drive (7-0)
- Adopted resolution in support of parental rights (7-0)
- Elected Matt W. Cline as Chairman and Steve W. Shockley as Vice-Chairman (7-0)
- Set 2022 meeting schedule: first and third Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including appropriations and county attorney invoice (7-0)
- Appointed Russell Nixon to Board of Zoning Appeals, reappointed Cynthia Shockley to Recreation Advisory Council, and reappointed Dale Moore and Frank Rogers to Tri-County Lakes Administrative Commission (7-0)