Caroline County public meetings in 2024
44 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the county zoning ordinance. The discussion focuses on updating parking and loading requirements in Article XIII.
- TXT-04-2024: Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Article XIII regarding parallel parking space dimensions and drive aisles
- TXT-04-2024: Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Article XIII regarding standard parking space dimensions and aisle width based on angle and traffic flow
The Caroline County Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a text amendment (TXT-04-2024) to the Board of Supervisors with a recommendation of approval. The amendment updates parking space and aisle dimensions in the Zoning Ordinance, with changes to comply with fire code. The Commission also initiated a separate amendment to consider allowing private schools in the Rural Preservation district, with new definitions to be drafted.
- Approved forwarding TXT-04-2024 (parking dimensions) to Board of Supervisors (5-0)
- Initiated amendment to allow private schools in Rural Preservation district (5-0)
- Directed staff to draft definitions for private schools, training facilities, and instructional facilities
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Policy and Management Team
The Caroline County Community Policy and Management Team will hold a routine meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes, an executive session to discuss funding requests, a budget report, and new business items such as local aggregate data, completion of Code of Ethics forms, the FY25 CSA Strategic Plan, and the CSA Self-Assessment Workbook. The meeting is primarily procedural with no specific votes or dollar amounts disclosed in the agenda.
- Executive session for funding requests
- Budget report under old business
- Review of FY25 Caroline County Children's Service Act Strategic Plan
- Review of CSA Self-Assessment Workbook
- Completion of Code of Ethics and Confidentiality forms
The Caroline County Community Policy and Management Team met on December 17, 2024, and approved the November 19, 2024 minutes and all funding requests as submitted. The team also entered an executive session to discuss medical records, certifying the closed session as lawful. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only routine reviews and updates.
- Approved November 19, 2024 minutes (all in favor)
- Approved funding requests as submitted (all in favor)
- Entered executive session to discuss medical records (all in favor)
- Certified executive session as lawful (all present voted yes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold public hearings on a proposed economic growth sharing agreement with Spotsylvania County for a data center facility at the Mattameade Tech Campus, and on a zoning text amendment to make data centers a special exception use rather than by-right. Other major items include a request to defer a rezoning for 61 age-restricted units, discussions on regulating soil stockpiles and removing a soil pile near the YMCA, and consideration of tax relief programs. The consent agenda includes awards, retirements, budget adjustments, and a supplemental appropriation to move a pay increase to align with a pay cycle.
- Public hearing on economic growth sharing agreement with Spotsylvania County for data center at Mattameade Tech Campus
- Public hearing on zoning text amendment (TXT-05-2024) to require special exception for data centers in M-1 Industrial District
- Deferral of rezoning (RZ-03-2024) for 61 age-restricted units on tax parcel 83-A-B1 near Belmont Boulevard and Gallant Fox Way
- Public hearing on special exception (SPEX-07-2024) for auto body and painting facility at 16388 Industrial Drive, Milford
- Discussion of options to remove soil pile adjacent to YMCA and regulate soil stockpiling on developed parcels
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider amending the zoning ordinance to remove data centers as a by-right use in the Industrial (M-1) Manufacturing District and add them as a use permitted by special exception. The meeting also includes approval of draft minutes from October 24, 2024.
- TXT-05-2024: Ordinance to amend Article X of the Zoning Ordinance to change data center use from by-right to special exception in the Industrial (M-1) district
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Community Policy and Management Team
The Caroline County Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) will meet to approve minutes, hold an executive session for funding requests, review the budget, and discuss local aggregate data and Administrative Memorandum #24-06. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or decisions detailed.
- Executive session for funding requests
- Budget report review
- Local aggregate data discussion
- Administrative Memorandum #24-06
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending subdivision plat requirements for Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area notations. They will also continue discussions on parking space size standards and possible code changes to deter property maintenance and zoning violations. A joint resolution with Spotsylvania County for an economic growth sharing agreement is up for adoption and referral to the Commission on Local Government. Other items include supplemental budget appropriations, a bid award for well drilling services, and letters of support for broadband providers.
- Public hearing on SO-01-2024 to amend Subdivision Ordinance referencing Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area regulations
- Continued discussion of TXT-04-2024 to reduce minimum parking space and travelway sizes
- Adoption of joint resolution with Spotsylvania County for proposed economic growth sharing agreement
- Results of RFP for capital projects financing (Davenport)
- Approval of FY 2023/2024 supplemental appropriations
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a zoning amendment to change data centers from a by-right use to a special exception. The body will also discuss a request for age-restricted housing and two special exception permits for vehicle services.
- TXT-05-2024: Proposed amendment to remove Data Center as a By-Right Use and make it a Use Permitted by Special Exception
- RZ-03-2024: Request to rezone 20 acres east of Belmont Boulevard to develop 61 age-restricted attached units
- SPEX-02-2024: Special Exception request for a minor motor vehicle repair facility at 5513 Patriot Highway
- SPEX-07-2024: Special Exception request for a motor vehicle body and painting facility at 16388 Industrial Drive
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community Policy and Management Team
The Caroline County Community Policy and Management Team is meeting to discuss funding requests in executive session, review a budget report, examine local aggregate data, assess progress on the strategic plan, and review a documentation inventory and utilization management plan. No votes or decisions are recorded on the agenda; most items are for discussion or review.
- Executive session to discuss funding requests
- Budget report under old business
- Review of local aggregate data
- Review of data/progress from the strategic plan
- Documentation inventory and utilization management plan review
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing Ordinance TXT-05-2024. This proposal would change how data centers are permitted within the Industrial District, Manufacturing zone.
- TXT-05-2024: Remove data centers from 'Uses Permitted by Right' in Article X Industrial District
- TXT-05-2024: Add data centers to 'Uses Permitted by Special Exception' in Article X Industrial District
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a joint public hearing to change data centers from a by-right use to a use permitted by special exception. The meeting also includes discussions on water service disconnection policies and parking requirements. Members will consider appointments to several county boards.
- TXT-05-2024: Amendment to remove Data Center as a By-Right Use in Industrial (M-1) districts
- TXT-04-2024: Proposed increase of minimum parking space size to 180 sq. ft and travelways to 26 feet
- SO-01-2024: First reading of ordinance regarding Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area notations
- Request for VDOT to accept Brookwood Drive and Mary Adams Drive into the state highway system
- Festival permit request for Oktoberfest at Meadow Event Park
Planning Commission
The Caroline County Planning Commission will consider preliminary plat approval for a 526-unit residential development in Belmont North off Moncure Drive, and a rezoning request for 61 age-restricted attached units near Belmont Boulevard. The commission will also hold a public hearing on amending the Subdivision Ordinance to update Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area notation requirements. Minutes from August 22, 2024, are also up for approval.
- Preliminary Plat Approval for 526 residential units on 183.35 acres off Moncure Drive in Belmont North (SB-04-2024)
- Rezoning request from B1 Business to Planned Residential Development for 61 age-restricted units on ~10 acres east of Belmont Boulevard (RZ-03-2024)
- Public hearing on ordinance to amend Subdivision Ordinance Sections 6.3 and 6.9 regarding Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area notation (SO-01-2024)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two cell tower requests and discuss expanding the Carmel Church Growth Area. The meeting also includes a proposed zoning amendment regarding data centers and a review of park improvements.
- Proposed expansion of Planned Innovation Research & Technology (PIRT) area by approximately 1,635 acres
- Public hearing for a 294-foot communications facility at 17449 Passing Road (Route 625)
- Public hearing for a 199-foot communications facility on File Road (Route 643)
- Proposed zoning amendment to require special exceptions for data centers in M-1 districts
- Supplemental appropriation to the FY 2024/2025 IT budget for CJIS compliance
The Board approved a comprehensive plan amendment expanding the Carmel Church Growth Area and PIRT designation by 1,635 acres (5-1), and agreed to hold a joint public hearing on October 8 to consider requiring a special exception for data centers in M-1 zoning. It also approved two Verizon wireless tower special exception permits, authorized a $2.5 million park improvement borrowing, and directed staff to draft a letter requesting a scenic river study for the North Anna.
- Approved CA-03-2024 PIRT expansion and Carmel Church Growth Area boundary update (5-1)
- Approved SPEX-05-2024 for 294-ft Verizon tower on Passing Road (6-0)
- Approved SPEX-06-2024 for 199-ft Verizon tower on File Road (6-0)
- Authorized $2.5M borrowing for park improvements at County Park and Lowe-Massie Park (4-2)
- Authorized staff to draft letter to DCR requesting North Anna scenic river study (6-0)
- Consensus to hold joint public hearing Oct 8 on data center special exception in M-1
- Approved $4,776,245 in warrants and supplemental IT budget of $15,209.60 (6-0)
- Recommended Lynn Lenahan to Board of Equalization and reappointed Planning Commission members (6-0)
Community Policy and Management Team
The Community Policy and Management Team will meet to vote for a new Fiscal Agent and review its policy and strategic plan. The body will also discuss local aggregate data and regional CSA training.
- Vote for a new Fiscal Agent
- Review of CPMT Policy & Strategic Plan bylaws and voting protocol
- Executive session regarding funding requests
- Discussion of local aggregate data
- Regional CSA Training
The Caroline County Community Policy and Management Team approved the August 20, 2024 minutes and entered executive session to discuss medical records. They approved funding requests as submitted, with Wendy Sneed abstaining. The team also formally appointed Wendy Sneed as the new fiscal agent to fill a vacancy created by the current agent's upcoming retirement. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or deferred.
- Approved August 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Entered executive session to discuss medical records (unanimous)
- Certified closed session compliance (7 yes, 3 absent)
- Approved funding requests as submitted (all in favor, Sneed abstained)
- Appointed Wendy Sneed as fiscal agent (motion by Baker Latney, second by Williams)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan to expand the Carmel Church Growth Area by adding approximately 1,635 acres to the Planned Innovation Research and Technology (PIRT) Land Use Designation. The board will also hold hearings on several zoning ordinance amendments, including definitions and regulations for automated vehicle washes, and changes to parking requirements. Other business includes discussion of solid waste site procedures, a proposed addition to Ladysmith Fire Station, library hours, social services telework policy, and property maintenance code enforcement. The meeting will conclude with a closed session for personnel matters.
- Public hearing on CA-03-2024: 1,635-acre expansion of Carmel Church Growth Area into PIRT designation from rural preservation
- Public hearings on TXT-01 through TXT-04: adding automated vehicle wash definition, making vehicle wash a special exception use in shopping centers and business districts, and increasing minimum parking space size to 180 sq ft and travelway width to 26 ft
- Proposed amendments to solid waste convenience site standard operating procedures
- Proposed addition to Ladysmith Fire Station and further discussion of increasing library hours
- Authorization to submit Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant application and acceptance of Virginia Department of Elections grant with supplemental appropriation to registrar's budget
The Board of Supervisors deferred a proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment to expand the Carmel Church Growth Area and PIRT land use designation by approximately 1,635 acres, voting to revisit it on September 24, 2024. The Board also approved three zoning text amendments making automated vehicle washes a special exception use, and directed staff to draft an ordinance requiring a special exception for data centers in the M-1 District. Several other items were approved, including a $110,000 Ladysmith Fire Station expansion and a $28,201.33 library budget supplement for increased hours.
- Deferred 1,635-acre PIRT/Comprehensive Plan expansion to Sept. 24 (6-0)
- Approved TXT-01, TXT-02, TXT-03 zoning amendments for automated vehicle washes (6-0 each)
- Directed staff to draft ordinance requiring special exception for data centers in M-1 District
- Approved $110,000 Ladysmith Fire Station expansion (6-0)
- Approved $28,201.33 library budget supplement for increased hours (6-0)
- Approved $5,517,090 in warrants (consent agenda)
- Approved FY24 school budget amendments totaling $1,014,116.51 (6-0)
- Authorized expedited HR Generalist hiring to Nov. 1, 2024 (5-1)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposals: a special exception permit for a 199-foot Verizon wireless communications tower on File Road, and a rezoning of approximately 10 acres from Business to Planned Residential Development to allow 61 age-restricted attached housing units at the terminus of Colonel Armistead Drive.
- Special exception permit (SPEX-06-2024) for a 199-foot communications facility and ground equipment on 0.23 acres of parcel 73-A-9 on File Road
- Rezoning (RZ-03-2024) of 10 acres from B1 Business to Planned Residential Development for 61 age-restricted attached units at up to 6 units per acre
- Property for rezoning located east of Belmont Boulevard and south of Gallant Fox Way, designated Commercial/Office in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan
- Commission to approve minutes from June 27 and July 27, 2024 meetings
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Community Policy and Management Team
The Community Policy and Management Team will meet to discuss local aggregate data and private day placement for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. The body will also review its policy, strategic plan, and voting protocol.
- Executive session regarding funding requests
- Review of CSA Private Day Placement FY 23&24
- Review of CPMT Policy & Strategic Plan
- Discussion of local aggregate data
- Review of voting protocol
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a comprehensive plan amendment by Luck Stone Corporation to add 189.9 acres to the Carmel Church Growth Area and designate 1,196 acres as Office/Industrial. Other key items include first reading of a zoning ordinance change increasing minimum parking space size and travelway width, a possible vote on designating the North Anna River as a scenic river, and discussion of a new Economic Development position.
- Public hearing on Luck Stone Corporation's 2030 Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CA-04-2024) to rezone 1,196 acres to Office/Industrial
- First reading of Zoning Ordinance amendment (TXT-04-2024) raising minimum parking space to 180 sq. ft and travelway width to 26 feet
- Consent agenda includes purchase of a knuckle boom truck over $75,000 for Public Works
- Consent agenda includes approval of VDOT project administration agreements for Dry Bridge Road and Ruther Glen Road improvement designs
- Discussion of possible participation in multi-state insulin overpricing litigation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a Comprehensive Plan amendment and several zoning requests. The body is discussing land use changes for research and technology, residential rezoning, and communications facilities. They will also consider updates to county parking and loading requirements.
- CA-03-2024: Proposed addition of 1,635 acres to the Planned Innovation Research and Technology designation
- RZ-02-2024: Request to rezone 43.8 acres on Ladysmith Road (Route 639) for 20 two-acre residential lots
- SPEX-05-2024: Request for a 295-foot communications facility at 17449 Passing Road (Route 625)
- TXT-04-2024: Proposed zoning amendment to increase minimum parking space size to 180 sq. ft and travelway width to 26 feet
- SPEX-06-2024: Public hearing for a 195-foot communications facility on File Road rescheduled to August 22, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Community Policy and Management Team
The Caroline County Community Policy and Management Team will meet to approve minutes and enter executive session for funding requests. They will review a budget report, local aggregate data, and progress on the strategic plan. New business includes a documentation inventory review, state policy notice, VDSS Parental Child Safety Program interface, and RACSB Mental Health Initiative Funds.
- Executive session for funding requests
- Budget report under old business
- Review of local aggregate data and strategic plan progress
- Documentation Inventory/Utilization Management Plan Review
- RACSB Mental Health Initiative Funds discussion
Board of Supervisors
The Board will vote on a resolution to participate in the proposed settlement of opioid-related claims against Kroger and on a supplemental appropriation for regional opioid abatement. Other consent items include purchases over $75,000, a Smart Scale application for Route 1 safety improvements, and a letter of support for Habitat for Humanity. New business features first readings of zoning amendments to define and regulate automated vehicle washes. The Board will also discuss potential changes to property maintenance and zoning enforcement.
- Resolution to participate in proposed opioid settlement with Kroger
- Supplemental appropriation for regional opioid abatement partnership with Fredericksburg, King George, Spotsylvania, Stafford
- First readings of TXT-01-2024 and TXT-02-2024 to add definition and special exception use for automated vehicle wash
- First reading of TXT-03-2024 to change vehicle wash from by-right to special exception in Business District
- Authorization to purchase service truck for Public Works up to $145,000
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several land use amendments and subdivision plats. This includes a major change to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan and zoning updates regarding vehicle wash uses. The commission will also review requests for residential developments and special exception permits.
- Amendment to designate 1,196 acres as Office/Industrial in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan
- Zoning amendments regarding Automated Vehicle Wash use permissions
- Special exception request for Rural Commercial Recreational Use on 60 acres
- Expansion of a special events facility footprint from 6.2 to 24.5 acres
- Preliminary plat approval for 82 residential lots in the Pendleton development
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Community Policy and Management Team
The Community Policy and Management Team will discuss proposed changes to the CSA State Pool Allocation and an audit of CSA records. The meeting also includes a budget report and an executive session regarding funding requests.
- Executive Session: Funding requests
- Budget Report
- Local aggregate data discussion
- Proposed Changes to CSA State Pool Allocation
- Caroline County Audit of CSA records
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning request to establish the Mt. Airy Planned Innovation, Research and Technology area. The meeting also includes reviews of the FY 2024/2025 county and school budgets.
- Rezoning 855 acres to a Planned Industrial Park for a Master Planned Technology Park
- Comprehensive Plan amendment to expand Carmel Church Growth Area by approximately 1,597 acres
- Approval of purchases over $75,000 for an ambulance and wastewater treatment plant blower
- Adoption of the FY 2024/2025 County and School budgets
- Request for funding to install restrooms at Lowe-Massie Park
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will vote on the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Program. The meeting includes public hearings on road construction and a childcare facility permit. Members will also discuss data center development and library hours.
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget and 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Program
- Purchase of real property for a future Port Royal Fire Station
- Public hearing for a childcare facility at 17470A Center Drive
- Proposed proffer amendments for a phased data center project at Carmel Church Station
- VDOT FY 2025–FY 2030 Secondary System Six-Year Improvement Plan public hearing
Planning Commission
The Caroline County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 23, 2024, has been cancelled. All agenda items will be moved to the June 27, 2024 meeting. The agenda included a subdivision request, a special exception permit, and several zoning ordinance amendments.
- Subdivision preliminary plat with road exception for F&J Holdings, LLC, 200.16 acres at 14396 Farmer Drive, Bowling Green
- Special exception permit for rural commercial recreational use on ~60 acres at 14186 Devils Three Jump Road, Milford
- Zoning amendment to add automated vehicle wash as special exception use in Planned Shopping Center
- Zoning amendment to change vehicle wash from by-right to special exception in Business District
- Zoning amendment to increase minimum parking space size to 9' x 20' and two-way drive aisle width to 26 feet
Community Policy and Management Team
The Community Policy and Management Team will meet to discuss funding requests during an executive session. The agenda also includes a budget report and a discussion regarding local aggregate data.
- Funding requests in executive session
- Budget report
- Local aggregate data
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting public hearings on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program. The body is also considering a zoning amendment for a data center project and an ordinance to waive certain tax penalties.
- Public hearing for Proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget
- Public hearing for Proposed Fiscal Years 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program
- RZ-03-2023: Proffer amendment for a data center project on 97 acres at Carmel Church Station
- Ordinance to reduce 2024 real and personal property tax penalties to 0% from June 6 to June 21, 2024
- Award of bid for Phase 1A of Polecat Creek Wastewater Interceptor Project
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is reconvening from a previous worksession to continue discussing pay study recommendations. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding personnel.
- Discussion of pay plan recommendations
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss the County Administrator's proposed budget for fiscal year 2024/2025. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding recommendations from a pay study.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget
- Pay Study Recommendations
Community Policy and Management Team
The Community Policy and Management Team will review the budget report and various administrative matters. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding funding requests.
- Budget Report
- Executive Session: Funding requests
- Vendor Contract Review
- Administrative Memorandum #24-02
- FY 2025 CSA Local Agency Annual Risk Assessment Survey
Planning Commission
The Caroline County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a special exception permit to operate a childcare facility at 17470A Center Drive in Ruther Glen. The commission will also consider authorizing advertisements for public hearings on two zoning ordinance text amendments. The meeting includes approval of draft minutes from previous meetings.
- Special exception request SPEX-03-2024 for a childcare facility (Beary Fun Daycare & Preschool) on 0.75 acres of a 2.16-acre parcel, tax map #52-A-130A, at 17470A Center Drive, Ruther Glen
- Authorization to advertise for public hearing on zoning text amendment TXT-04-2024 (Article XIII, Section 3)
- Authorization to advertise for public hearing on zoning text amendment TXT-03-2024 (Article IX, Vehicle Wash)
- Approval of draft minutes from February 22 and March 21, 2024 meetings
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a joint meeting with the School Board to discuss the FY 2024/2025 budget and school maintenance. The regular meeting includes public hearings on tax rates and zoning amendments, as well as discussions on water system operations for the Town of Bowling Green.
- Public hearing on proposed tax rates for tax year 2024
- Special Exception Permit request for private roads at 8192 Ladysmith Road
- Proposed amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan to establish the Rogers Clark Growth Area
- Authorization of a Code Enforcement Officer position and supplemental appropriation to the FY 2023/2024 Planning Budget
- Proposal to respond to Town of Bowling Green RFP for operation of public water/wastewater system
Planning Commission
The commission will review a request to amend proffers for a data center project near I-95. Additionally, the agenda includes a proposal to expand the Carmel Church Growth Area west to establish the Mt. Airy Planned Innovation, Research and Technology Area.
- RZ-03-2023: Amendment to proffers for a data center project on approximately 97 acres near Rogers Clark Boulevard
- CA-02-2023: Comprehensive Plan amendment to establish the Mt. Airy Planned Innovation, Research and Technology Area across approximately 1,597 acres
- CA-03-2024: Possible expansion of the eastern boundary of the Carmel Church Growth Area by approximately 1,635 acres
- CA-04-2024: Possible amendment to the Carmel Church Growth Area Future Land Use Map regarding Luck Stone Corporation
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review the County Administrator's proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget. Discussion items include water tower painting, potential solar energy regulations, and a joint meeting regarding a CMS HVAC project.
- Presentation of Proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget
- Resolution for Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority 'Gold Standard' application (FY 2025-2039)
- Discussion regarding potential adoption of a new solar ordinance
- Discussion of wording for painting County water towers
- Update on capital projects and Sparta Fire Station groundbreaking
Planning Commission
The Caroline County Planning Commission is meeting to consider a request by ADP Carmel Church Data Hub, LLC to amend existing proffers and development regulations for the Carmel Church Station Planned Mixed-Use Development. The amendment would allow a data center project to be developed in phases on approximately 97 acres of a 253-acre parcel. The property is located east of I-95, south of the CSX rail line, and accessed via Rogers Clark Boulevard (Route 207).
- Amendment to proffers for RZ-08-2009 Carmel Church Station
- Data center project to develop in phases
- Approximately 97 acres of tax map 82-9-A
- Property bounded by I-95 and CSX rail line
- Located in Reedy Church Voting District
Community Policy and Management Team
The Community Policy and Management Team will meet to discuss a budget report and funding requests in executive session. The agenda also includes reviews of local aggregate data and the CSA Service Gap Survey FY2024.
- Funding requests in executive session
- Budget Report
- Local aggregate data
- CSA Service Gap Survey FY2024
- FY 2025 VJCCC A
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a special exception permit for a childcare facility. Members will also discuss amendments to the school operating budget and potential changes to the solar and zoning ordinances.
- Public hearing for a childcare facility at 23795 Rogers Clark Boulevard
- Proposed zoning ordinances TXT-01-2024 and TXT-02-2024 regarding automated vehicle washes
- Proposed amendments to the FY 2023/2024 School Operating Budget and Textbook Fund
- Resolution requesting the abandonment of Orrock Lane
- Contract for railroad crossing for VATI broadband fiber expansion
Planning Commission
The Caroline County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a special exception for private roads in a planned shopping center, a comprehensive plan amendment to create the Rogers Clark Growth Area, a proffer amendment for a data center project, and zoning text amendments for automated vehicle washes. They will also consider a preliminary plat with an exception for an internal road. The meeting includes approval of minutes and a policy on electronic participation.
- Special exception SPEX-01-2024 for private roads in a Planned Shopping Center at 8192 Ladysmith Road, Ruther Glen
- Comprehensive plan amendment CA-01-2023 to establish Rogers Clark Growth Area for low-density residential (1-4 units/acre)
- Proffer amendment RZ-03-2023 for Carmel Church Station to allow phased data center development on ~97 acres near I-95
- Zoning text amendments TXT-01-2024 and TXT-02-2024 to define and permit automated vehicle washes in Planned Shopping Centers
- Preliminary plat EX-01-2024 for 30.51 acres at 23223 Kidds Fork Road with exception for internal road
Community Policy and Management Team
The Community Policy and Management Team will meet to discuss local and annual aggregate data. The body will also hold an executive session to address funding requests.
- Executive session regarding funding requests
- Review of local aggregate data
- Review of annual aggregate data
- Budget report
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Caroline County Public Schools budget. Members will also consider an ordinance regarding golf cart use in the Pendleton Subdivision and an opioid abatement partnership agreement.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Caroline County Public Schools Budget presentation
- Ordinance to allow golf cart operation on highways within the Pendleton Subdivision
- Operational Agreement for Cooperative Partnership For Opioid Abatement Authority Award with Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Stafford
- Proposed transition of General Ledger Reconciliation from Treasurer’s Office to Finance Department
- Appointments for Board of Zoning Appeals and Transportation Committee
Planning Commission
The Caroline County Planning Commission will hold a worksession on the Carmel Church Growth Area, then a regular meeting to consider a preliminary plat for 118 residential lots in the Pendleton development and a special exception permit for a childcare facility in Ruther Glen. They will also discuss authorizing public hearings for automated vehicle wash text amendments and review a rezoning for Carmel Church Station North.
- Preliminary plat approval for 118 residential lots on 28 acres on Edmund Pendleton Drive (SB-11-2023)
- Special exception permit for Beary Fun Daycare at 23795 Rogers Clark Boulevard, Ruther Glen (SPEX-08-2023)
- Authorization to advertise public hearings for automated vehicle wash text amendments (TXT-01-2024 & TXT-02-2024)
- Rezoning request for Carmel Church Station North by ADP Carmel Church Data Hub (RZ-03-2023)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a special exception permit for a family subdivision in Milford. Members will also discuss amendments to rural resort development standards and the potential creation of a health reserve fund using cigarette tax revenue.
- Public hearing for a non-conforming family subdivision at 18204 Beazley Lane
- Proposed zoning amendments TXT-13-2023 and TXT-14-2023 regarding Rural Resort definitions and standards
- First reading of an ordinance to allow golf carts within Pendleton Subdivision
- Proposed creation of a Recreation and Health Reserve Fund from cigarette tax revenue
- Supplemental appropriation to the FY 2023/2024 E-911 Dispatch Budget
Community Policy and Management Team
The body will meet to discuss funding requests in executive session and review budget reports. The agenda includes evaluations of local aggregate data, Daily Living Assessment data, and the current strategic plan.
- Executive session regarding funding requests
- Budget report review
- Review of local aggregate data
- Review of Daily Living Assessment data
- Strategic plan progress review and amendment
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct an organizational meeting to elect leadership and set the 2024 schedule. The regular meeting includes discussions on rural resort zoning standards, library hours, and several fire and rescue appropriations.
- First reading of ordinances TXT-13-2023 and TXT-14-2023 to modify Rural Resort zoning definitions and standards
- Proposed ordinance to allow golf cart operation on roads within Pendleton Subdivision
- Supplemental appropriation of $95,000 for Fire & Rescue Brush Truck 6
- Resolution to abandon Orrock Lane (Route 759)
- Proposed purchase of Zoll X-Series monitors and AEDs using Opioid Relief Funds