Middlesex County, VA

Board of Supervisors

Wetlands Board

The Middlesex County Wetlands Board will hold a public hearing on four applications for shoreline projects within its jurisdiction, including rip rap revetments, stone sills, a seawall, and sand placement. The board will also approve minutes from its August 11, 2026 meeting. Public comments are limited to three minutes per individual or twelve minutes for group representatives.

• Application 2026-0521: 33 ft rip rap revetment transitioning to stone sill, Fishing Bay, 1112 Fishing Bay Rd (Derek Alverson)
• Application 2026-1583: 210 ft rip rap revetment and 255 ft stone sill with sand nourishment, Jackson Creek, 71 Norhall Lane (Diane Ruark)
• Application 2026-1598: 107 ft vinyl seawall, 40 ft low profile groin, reuse existing rip rap, Rappahannock River, 675 Burhans Wharf Road (Christopher Wood)
• Application 2026-1605: 35 cubic yards of clean beach sand, Sturgeon Creek, 77 Sturgeon Point Loop (Eric Jewell)

Middlesex Broadband Authority Meeting

The board will meet to review officer and staff reports and approve previous minutes and treasurer's reports. The primary new business item is the consideration of the 2027 meeting schedule.

• Consideration of meeting schedule for calendar year 2027

Middlesex Water Authority

The Middlesex Water Authority will elect officers, hear public comments, and consider a consent agenda including minutes and financials. Key business includes awarding a construction contract for the Dove Haven Water Main Replacement Project to Walter C. Via Enterprises, Inc., and amending the FY26-27 budget. The board will also receive updates on system extensions, connection fees, billing, and usage.

• Award construction contract for Dove Haven Water Main Replacement to Walter C. Via Enterprises, Inc.
• FY26-27 Budget Amendment (pages 38-39)
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer
• Connection Fee Collections Update (page 9)
• System Extensions Updates

Planning Commission

The Middlesex County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance Amendment #2025-02, which updates the Chesapeake Bay Preservation District regulations to comply with recent state law changes. The commission will also discuss initiating zoning amendments for solar facilities, battery storage, manufactured homes, and wireless facility modifications. The meeting includes approval of minutes and a planning director's report.

• Public hearing on Ordinance Amendment #2025-02 (Chesapeake Bay Preservation District)
• Discussion on initiating zoning amendments for solar facilities and battery storage
• Discussion on initiating zoning amendments for manufactured homes
• Discussion on initiating zoning amendments for wireless facility modifications
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2026

Wetlands Board

The Middlesex County Wetlands Board will hold a public hearing on Wetlands Application #2026-1320 submitted by Harry Oliver. The applicant seeks permission to place filter cloth and rip‑rap over a 25‑by‑15‑foot area at Fishing Bay on Tax Map Parcel #46(2)25.791, Stove Point Rd. The hearing will include staff and applicant presentations followed by public comments as outlined in the agenda. Board members will then discuss the application.

• Wetlands Application #2026-1320 – request to place filter cloth and rip‑rap (25' × 15') at Fishing Bay, Tax Map Parcel #46(2)25.791, Stove Point Rd

Economic Development Authority

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to apply for a $1.5 million grant from the State of Franklin Department of Economic and Community Development for a regional tourism marketing program. The council will also discuss a proposed contract for a new website and consider appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Resolution to apply for a $1.5M grant for a regional tourism marketing program
• Discussion of a proposed contract for a new city website
• Public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025
• Appointments to the Industrial Development Board and other committees
• Ordinance on the second reading regarding short-term rental properties

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board will meet to conduct the canvass for the August 4, 2026, Dual Party Primary Elections. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss provisional ballots and review election day issues.

• Canvass for August 4, 2026 Dual Party Primary Elections
• Closed session regarding provisional ballots
• Discussion of Election Day issues

Electoral Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Middlesex County Electoral Board. The board will hold a closed session under Virginia law to discuss confidential voting security matters, then review ADA compliance confirmation. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or budget items are scheduled.

• Closed session pursuant to Va. Code §2.2-3711(A)(34) for voting security matters
• ADA compliance confirmation to be discussed as new business

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a proposed golf cart ordinance and a one-time 2% employee bonus. The meeting includes discussions on a budget supplement for sheriff training and a courthouse HVAC contract.

• Proposed ordinance for golf cart use on Route 1101 (Lovers Lane) and Route 1107 (Norhall Lane)
• Proposed one-time 2% bonus for all Middlesex County employees based on FY26 salaries
• Proposed $84,860 contract with Siemens Industry Inc. for HVAC maintenance at 73 Bowden St
• $15,200 budget supplement request for the Sheriff Training Academy
• Appointments for the Planning Commission, Wetlands Board, and Noise Ordinance Committee

Airport Committee

The Airport Committee will discuss proposals for wall decorations by local artists and historical hangings in the new terminal building, hear reports from the airport manager and contractor, and discuss community connection initiatives. The committee will also discuss the old Hummel beacon and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion of wall decorations for sale by local artists and historical hangings to be displayed in the new terminal building
• Report from Airport Manager Richard Lewis
• Report from Airport Contractor Oscar Barber
• Discussion of the Airport Committee's 'Beyond the Fence' community connection and reflection
• Discussion of the old Hummel beacon

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors and School Board hold a joint work session to discuss high school renovations. Dr. Tracy Seitz is scheduled to present on the topic. No other business is listed; the rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Discussion of high school renovations with Dr. Tracy Seitz

The Board of Supervisors and School Board held a joint work session to review two options for renovating Middlesex High School: Option 6 at ~$62.5 million and Option 7 at ~$73.8 million. No formal decision was made; the Board requested more detailed financial breakdowns before committing. The School Board adopted a resolution supporting the upcoming 1% sales tax referendum for school capital projects.

• Heard presentation on MHS renovation Options 6 and 7, no vote taken
• School Board adopted resolution supporting 1% sales tax referendum
• Board deferred decision pending more granular cost data

Electoral Board

The Middlesex County Electoral Board will meet to approve minutes, appoint officers of election, and discuss personnel matters in a closed session.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Appointment of officers of election
• Closed session for personnel performance discussion

Middlesex Broadband Authority Meeting

The Middlesex Broadband Authority will meet to approve minutes and treasurer reports, review insurance for the 2026-27 fiscal year, and receive a BEAD update. No specific decisions on projects or contracts are listed.

• Approval of Minutes and Treasurer's Reports
• Review of Insurance for 2026-27
• BEAD update
• Statements from the Public

Wetlands Board

The Middlesex County Wetlands Board will hold a public hearing regarding a wetlands application for a project on Meachim Creek. The board will consider a request to install rip-rap underneath a dock.

• Public hearing for Wetlands Application # 2026-0975 (Mac Bros, LLC on behalf of Paul Brooks) to install 9'X8'X6' Rip-Rap at 171 Cox Landing Road

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss a sponsorship request from the Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club and a planning grant for marine industries and workforce training. The board will also review options for county surplus properties and easements for Project Access.

• Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club event sponsorship request
• GO VA Region 6 Planning Grant Application for Marine Industries Commerce Park & Workforce Training Facilities
• Consideration of options for County Surplus Properties
• Establishment and relocation of easements for Project Access
• Discussion on the appointment of a Noise Ordinance Review Committee

The Middlesex County Economic Development Authority approved a $3,000 sponsorship for the Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club's 10-year anniversary celebration and authorized submission of the GO Virginia Region 6 Planning Grant application. The board also accepted the June Treasurer's report and discussed updates on tourism marketing, the noise ordinance committee, and the Project Access site. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

• Approved $3,000 sponsorship for Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club 10-year anniversary (unanimous)
• Authorized submission of GO Virginia Region 6 Planning Grant application (unanimous)
• Accepted June Treasurer's report by acclamation
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Middlesex County Board of Supervisors will meet on July 7, 2026, to act on several contracts and grants, including the Broad Creek Dock Project contract award, ERP software contracts with Edmunds and Avenity, and FY 27 PSAP Education and GIS grants. The board will also discuss a sales tax referendum resolution and appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Broad Creek Dock Project Contract Award
• ERP Software Contract Awards - Edmunds and Avenity
• FY 27 PSAP Education Grant and GIS Grant
• Sales Tax Referendum Resolution
• Broadband Authority reappointments (2)

The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to adopt Resolution R-2026-005, initiating a November 3, 2026, referendum on a 1% local general retail sales tax to fund public school capital projects and major renovations. The Board also approved several contracts and appointments, including a $30,000 dock replacement contract and new ERP software contracts. A one-time 2% bonus for all county employees was approved on a 4-2 vote, with Supervisors Williams and Chairman Harris voting against.

• Adopted Resolution R-2026-005 initiating Nov. 3, 2026, referendum on 1% school sales tax (5-0)
• Approved $30,000 Broad Creek Public Dock demolition/replacement contract to Delta Marine Construction (5-0)
• Approved ERP software contracts with Edmunds GovTech and Avenity, subject to County Attorney approval (5-0)
• Approved $9,707 fund balance appropriation for election equipment (5-0)
• Approved one-time 2% bonus for all county employees, est. $90,000 net county cost (4-2)
• Approved FY27 PSAP Education and $50,000 GIS Data Enhancement grants (5-0)
• Appointed 11 applicants to Noise Ordinance Committee (5-0)
• Approved discounted bulk sale of Signatures in Time books at $40 each (5-0)

Middlesex Water Authority

The Middlesex Water Authority will review the proposed FY26-27 budget and a billing and operations and maintenance contract. The board will also receive updates on water system extensions and the Dove Haven line replacement project.

• MWA FY26-27 Budget
• Billing and O&M Contract
• Dove Haven Line Replacement Project update
• System extension updates for Rosegill, Tupelo Street (Delta Gardens), and Residences at Rawley Park
• FY26 Financials through March 2026

The Middlesex Water Authority approved the FY26-27 budget as presented, which includes using about $98,000 from reserves. The board also authorized the Chair and Executive Director to execute a billing, operations, and maintenance service agreement with RP Finch. New board members Jim Nagy and Brad Neeson were announced, effective July 1.

• Adopted FY26-27 budget as presented (all in favor)
• Authorized execution of billing, O&M service agreement with RP Finch (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)

Wetlands Board

The Wetlands Board will conduct a public hearing on two applications: one to replace a bulkhead on Sturgeon Creek (Tax Map Parcel #40(104)26, 194 Heritage Point Rd) and another to repair rip‑rap along the Piankatank River (Tax Map Parcel #41-151, 503 Cross Rip Road). The board will also consider a presentation regarding a 2021‑0041 General Permit #2 violation. Minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting will be approved.

• Wetlands Application #2026‑0223: replace existing bulkhead with new 3' × 90' × 1' timber bulkhead at 194 Heritage Point Rd
• Wetlands Application #2026‑0619: repair and add rip‑rap on Piankatank River at 503 Cross Rip Road
• Presentation of 2021‑0041 General Permit #2 violation by Darlene Davis
• Approval of minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss the proposed FY 26-27 budget and a GO VA Region 6 Planning Grant for workforce training and the Marine Industries Commerce Park. The board will also review a sponsorship request from the Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club and discuss a rescinded noise ordinance.

• Consideration of approval for EDA Budget FY 26-27
• GO VA Region 6 Planning Grant Application for Marine Industries Commerce Park & Workforce Training Facilities
• Event sponsorship request from Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club
• Recommendation to Board of Supervisors for 2nd Alternate to attend CLEO meetings
• Discussion on the rescinded noise ordinance and appointment of a Review Committee

The Economic Development Authority approved the FY 2026-27 budget, which includes a 2% salary adjustment and new insurance costs. The board also approved removing dilapidated fences at Project Access and recommended Anton Webre as an alternate to the CLEO group. Action on the GO Virginia Region 6 planning grant application was deferred to the July 13 meeting because the application was incomplete. A $3,000 event sponsorship request from the Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club was deferred per policy.

• Approved FY 2026-27 EDA budget (unanimous)
• Approved removal of remaining dilapidated fences at Project Access (acclamation)
• Recommended Anton Webre as second alternate to CLEO group (unanimous)
• Deferred GO Virginia Region 6 planning grant application to July 13 meeting
• Deferred Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club $3,000 sponsorship request to July 13 meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Middlesex County Board of Supervisors will discuss and take public comment on a proposal to repeal the Noise Control Ordinance adopted on April 7, 2026. The hearing is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. after the regular agenda. The board will also consider the FY 26‑27 budget appropriation resolution and a fee waiver request for the Deltaville Maritime Museum.

• Rescinding of April 7, 2026 Noise Control Ordinance – public hearing at 7:00 p.m.
• FY 26‑27 Budget Appropriation Resolution – presented by Kevin Gentry
• Budget Supplement Request – presented by Ann Marie Ricardi
• Deltaville Maritime Museum Fee Waiver – presented by Ann Marie Ricardi
• Public Access Authority appointment

The Middlesex County Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda, adopted the FY 26‑27 budget appropriation, and approved two school budget supplement requests. It also approved a $265 supplement for the Department of Forestry, waived building‑permit fees for the Deltaville Maritime Museum stage replacement, appointed Joyce Wolfe and Kevin Gentry to the Public Access Authority, and established a citizen noise‑ordinance committee. All motions passed with unanimous Aye votes.

• Approved consent agenda, including minutes and disbursements ($463,865.08) and payroll ($567,675.01) (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 26‑27 budget appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved School Budget Supplement Request 2026‑15 (unanimous)
• Approved School Budget Supplement Request 2026‑16 (unanimous)
• Approved $265 supplement to Department of Forestry budget (unanimous)
• Approved fee waiver for Deltaville Maritime Museum stage replacement (unanimous)
• Appointed Joyce Wolfe (primary) and Kevin Gentry (alternate) to Public Access Authority (unanimous)
• Established citizen Noise Ordinance Committee (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Middlesex County Board of Supervisors will deliberate, revise if needed, and adopt the County Budget, School Budgets, and tax rates for fiscal year 2027. This meeting focuses on finalizing the overall financial plan for the county and its schools. The agenda also includes standard public hearing procedures for community input.

• Adoption of the County Budget, School Budgets, and FY27 tax rates

The Board of Supervisors voted to adopt the proposed FY 2026‑2027 county budget, school budget, and tax rates. The motion was made by Supervisor Crittenden, seconded by Supervisor Jessie, and carried unanimously (5‑aye). The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Adopt FY 2026‑2027 county budget, school budget, and tax rates (5‑aye)
• Adjourn meeting (5‑aye)

Board of Supervisors

The Middlesex County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2026 county budget, including the school budget and proposed tax rates. This is a preliminary step before the budget adoption meeting scheduled for May 28, 2026.

• Public hearing on proposed 2026 county budget and tax rates
• Presentation of proposed county budget and school budget
• Opportunity for public comment on budget and tax rates

The Board of Supervisors voted to adjourn the May 21 meeting until the public hearing on budget deliberation and adoption scheduled for May 28, 2026. The motion was made by Supervisor Jessie, seconded by Supervisor Bill Harris, and carried with all four supervisors voting aye. No other actions were approved or denied during this session.

• Adjourned meeting to May 28 budget hearing (Supervisor Jessie motion, all aye)

Electoral Board

The Middlesex County Electoral Board will hold a closed session to discuss the award of a public contract involving public funds and voting security matters, as allowed by Virginia Code sections 2.2-3711(A)(29) and (34). The board will also address old business items, including a voting equipment proposal and contingencies for election personnel. The meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. in the Courthouse Building hearing room.

• Closed session: discussion of award of a public contract involving public funds
• Closed session: discussion of voting security matters
• Old Business – Voting Equipment Proposal Consideration
• Old Business – Contingencies for election personnel

Wetlands Board

The Middlesex County Wetlands Board will conduct public hearings to review seven applications for construction and infrastructure work within its jurisdiction. These requests include the installation of groins, living shorelines, and road repaving.

• Application #2025-2708: Two timber groins at 55 Hillview Lane
• Application #2025-2767: Replace 58' low-profile groin at 193 Riverbank Drive
• Application #2026-0014: Repave 625' of Fishing Bay Road and replace drainage pipe
• Application #2026-0060: Install Group 2 Living Shoreline at 38 Point Cove Lane
• Application #2026-0351: Install 50'X100'X3' marsh sill at 30 Birch Tree Trace

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss the proposed FY 26-27 budget and a recommendation regarding the county's April 2026 noise ordinance. The body will also review maintenance and public access plans for Project Access.

• Consideration of approval for EDA Budget FY 26-27
• Discussion of recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding the April 7, 2026 Noise Ordinance
• Project Access maintenance needs and short-term public access plan update
• Discussion of revenue options for the EDA
• Update on Blue Catfish GO Virginia Grant

The Economic Development Authority board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting, both unanimously. The Treasurer’s report was accepted by acclamation. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 13, 2026 (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer’s report (by acclamation)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will approve the consent agenda and discuss several operational items, including heritage trail signage, a JDR reallocation request, a chiller compressor replacement, and a noise‑ordinance amendment. In the evening session, the Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed sale of a 7.05‑acre parcel at 318 Paradise Lane, consider a comprehensive‑plan amendment to create a Middlesex Water Authority service district, adopt a water‑code ordinance, and review a special‑exception request for a campground at 70 Dockside Drive.

• Public hearing on sale of County property: Tax Map #40‑214, 318 Paradise Lane, 7.05 acres
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment #2024‑06 to establish Middlesex Water Authority service district areas
• Water Code Ordinance to make unincorporated Middlesex County the exclusive service area of MWA, excluding Urbanna and Aqua Virginia in Saluda
• Special Exception #2025‑03 for a campground at 70 Dockside Drive, Deltaville (Waterfront Commercial zoning)
• Discussion to amend the Noise Ordinance

The Board approved a motion to rescind the April 7, 2026 noise ordinance with a 4‑aye, 1‑nay vote. It also approved a $6,000 line item for a future waterborne emergency vessel, contingent on a grant, by the same vote margin. All three school budget supplement requests were approved unanimously.

• Rescinded April 7, 2026 noise ordinance (4 Aye, 1 Nay)
• Added $6,000 FY 2027‑28 line item for vessel maintenance (4 Aye, 1 Nay)
• Approved Budget Supplement Request 2026‑12 for school retention bonuses (5 Aye)
• Approved Budget Supplement Request 2026‑13 to realign school budget (5 Aye)
• Approved Budget Supplement Request 2026‑14 for grant‑funded school improvements (5 Aye)

Electoral Board

The Middlesex County Electoral Board will hold a closed session to discuss a public contract related to voting equipment. In open session, the board will consider appointments for new officers of elections and review the voting equipment proposal. No other matters are listed for decision.

• Closed session to discuss award of a public contract for voting equipment
• Consideration of voting equipment proposal (item 3)
• Appointment of new Officer of Elections

Board of Supervisors

The Middlesex County Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation of the reconciled budget. They will also hold a general discussion on other board matters. No specific actions or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Reconciled budget presented to the board
• Other board discussion

The Board reached a consensus to raise the BPOL tax cap from $7,500 to $8,500 for FY 2026‑2027. A motion to advertise the budget as presented was carried unanimously (5‑0). The Board directed Ms. Ricardi to survey department heads on employee‑bonus equity concerns. The decision on a $6,000 annual maintenance allocation for a grant‑funded emergency‑response vessel was deferred to the May 5 regular meeting.

• Amended BPOL tax cap from $7,500 to $8,500 (consensus)
• Adopted budget as presented – motion carried 5‑0
• Directed Ms. Ricardi to gauge department heads on bonus equity
• Postponed decision on River Counties grant – to be decided May 5

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board will meet to conduct the canvass for the April 21, 2026, Special Election. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss a provisional ballot and review election day issues.

• Canvass for April 21, 2026 Special Election
• Closed session regarding a provisional ballot
• Discussion of Election Day issues

Electoral Board

The Middlesex County Electoral Board will meet on April 21, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the Voter Registration & Elections Office, 105 Bowden St, Saluda. The agenda includes a call to order, a closed session under Virginia Code § 2.2‑3711(A)(4) for privacy protection, other items, and adjournment. No specific policy decisions or actions are listed.

• Call to Order (procedural)
• Closed session under Virginia Code § 2.2‑3711(A)(4) for privacy protection
• Other Items (unspecified)
• Adjournment

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Middlesex County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three applications requesting permission to build pools within the 100-foot Resource Protection Area buffer. The board will also approve the minutes from a previous meeting.

• Public hearing on CBPA Exception No. 2026-01 at 1621 Stampers Bay Road (26.5 ft exception)
• Public hearing on CBPA Exception No. 2026-03 at 42 Waterford Drive (47.1 ft exception)
• Public hearing on CBPA Exception No. 2026-08 at 259 Churchill Road (66.9 ft exception)
• Approval of minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting
• Meeting held at the Historic Courthouse, 865 General Puller Hwy, Saluda

Middlesex Broadband Authority Meeting

The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, public comment, approval of minutes and treasurer's reports, officer/staff reports, old business, and new business. No specific decisions or substantive topics are listed.