Northumberland County public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a conditional use permit to allow a furniture repair shop on agriculturally zoned land. A work session will continue discussion of Chapter 4 Comprehensive Plan revisions. The meeting is procedural in addition to these two items.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for small retail business (furniture repair shop) on A-1 Agricultural zoned property at 2829 Northumberland Highway, Parcel #9-A(1)-34
• Work session continuation of Chapter 4 Comprehensive Plan revisions
• Approval of November 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Commissioners' and citizens' comments

The Northumberland County Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for James Robert Caudle, Jr. to operate a small retail furniture repair shop on a one-acre parcel zoned A-1 Agricultural at 2829 Northumberland Highway in Lottsburg. The commission also reviewed and discussed revisions to Chapter 4 of the County Comprehensive Plan, including updates on transportation, water access, and public facilities, but took no formal action on those revisions. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with approval of the agenda and previous minutes.

• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for furniture repair shop at 2829 Northumberland Highway (unanimous)
• Approved revised agenda for December 19, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:42 pm (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors approved a $10.76 million supplemental appropriation for the second half of the FY25 school budget, purchased a $438,513 ambulance and $167,676 in medical equipment, and heard a body camera presentation from the sheriff. The board also approved the December check register for $313,357 and convened a closed meeting on personnel, real estate, and contract matters.

• Supplemental appropriation of $10,764,532 for FY25 school budget second half.
• Purchase of a 2026 Ford F-550 ambulance from Atlantic Emergency Solutions for $438,513.
• Purchase of three LifePak 35s with service contract from Stryker for $167,676.21.
• Approval of $11,646.92 quote from Law and Order Technology LLC for sheriff's toughbooks.
• Approval of December 2024 check register totaling $313,357.72.

The Board approved the outright purchase of three LifePak 35 cardiac monitors with a service contract for $167,676.21, funded from EMS billing monies. It also approved the purchase of a 2026 Ford F-550 ambulance for $438,513 from Atlantic Emergency Solutions, also using EMS Recovery Billing funds. The Board tabled the hunting ordinance amendment to re-advertise a revised version for a January 9, 2025 public hearing. It also approved a $10.76 million supplemental appropriation for the second half of the FY25 school budget.

• Approved purchase of three LifePak 35 monitors with service contract for $167,676.21 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Ford F-550 ambulance for $438,513.00 (5-0)
• Approved $10,764,532.00 supplemental appropriation for FY25 school budget (5-0)
• Approved re-advertising hunting ordinance amendment for January 9, 2025 hearing (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for boathouse at 485 Clark Lane with downward lighting condition (5-0)
• Approved $332,060.00 contract for school drainfield project Package 5 to Power and Flow Solutions (5-0)
• Appointed Jerry Rushing as Building Official effective Dec 16, 2024, salary $60,495 (5-0)
• Approved $11,646.92 for Sheriff's Office toughbooks from Law and Order Technology (5-0)

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board met on December 10, 2024, and unanimously approved five applications for shoreline stabilization projects, including riprap revetments and bulkheads. The board also discussed the Mark Hogan project (VMRC #24-2312), a self-reported violation, and approved it with plantings and no civil fine.

• Five shoreline permits approved: Applications 24-2569 (Cash, 110 ft riprap on Cubitt Creek), 24-2674 (Goodrich, 140 ft riprap on Owens Pond), 24-2621 (Morris, 150 ft vinyl bulkhead & 243 ft riprap sill on Lodge Creek), 24-2662 (Norris Trustees, 186 ft timber bulkhead on Bridge Creek), 24-2516 (Tansill, 111 ft riprap on Whays Creek).
• Mark Hogan project (VMRC #24-2312) – self-reported permit violation resolved with planting requirements and no civil fine.

Electoral Board

The board reviewed the recent election and approved a proposed FY25-26 budget that adds payments for election officer training and donations for polling place space. It also discussed replacing outdated poll pad equipment (Apple iPads) and plans a demo with vendor KNOWiNK on December 18. The board will begin re-appointing election officers whose terms expire in February 2025 and seek new chief and assistant chief polling place leaders.

• Unanimously approved FY25-26 budget line items with additions for officer training payments and polling place space donations
• Planning to replace current Poll Pads (Apple iPad component) with updated version due to Apple ending support
• Hart voting equipment preventive maintenance visit and demo day scheduled for January
• Will conduct a Keep-Start-Stop survey of election officers based on election experience
• Chair Joe Schlatter attended his last regular meeting; officer positions to be voted on in January

Joint Finance Committee

The Joint Finance Committee will review the current budget process and discuss adopting a zero-based budgeting approach for the upcoming fiscal year. This is a discussion-only meeting with no decisions scheduled.

• Retrospective of the 2024/25 budget process
• Quarterly review of budget management
• Discussion of zero-based budgeting for the next budget cycle

Electoral Board

The Northumberland County Electoral Board completed a multi-session canvass of the November 5, 2024 election, reviewing precinct results, provisional ballots, and absentee votes. The board certified the election with 8,263 ballots cast (77% turnout) and conducted a closed session to review provisional ballot qualifications. Separate risk-limiting audits for the U.S. Senate race were performed and accepted.

• Total 8,263 ballots cast across all precincts, 77% voter turnout.
• Precinct 104 experienced scanner failure; replacement scanner deployed.
• Closed session held to review 7 non-SDR provisional ballots (all resolved without consequence).
• Risk Limiting Audit of U.S. Senate race completed and accepted statewide on Nov 20.
• Budget shortfall noted due to increased rent and postage/shipping; transfers to be initiated.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a boathouse and two rezoning requests in the Fairfields Magisterial District. The body will also continue a work session regarding Chapter 4 Comprehensive Plan Revisions.

• Conditional Use Permit for a boathouse at 485 Clark Lane (Tax Map Parcel #11-(1)-29-C)
• Rezoning request for 2.296 acres on Main Street from R-1 to B-1 for a public park (Tax Map Parcel #38B(1)118C)
• Rezoning request for 0.83 acres at 177 Main Street (Festival Halle) from R-1 to B-1 (Tax Map Parcel #38B(1)118)
• Work session on Chapter 4 Comprehensive Plan Revisions

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors convened a special called meeting to enter a closed session. The session was held to discuss personnel matters, including prospective candidates for employment and employee performance or salaries. The board subsequently reconvened in open session to certify the closed meeting.

• Closed meeting to discuss personnel, employment candidates, and salaries per Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting, convening in closed session to discuss personnel and contract matters. In open session, they terminated the local burn ban, corrected a previous supplemental appropriation for opioid abatement funds (revising the total from $5,494.96 to $5,421.51), and approved supplemental appropriations for Economic Development ARPA Tourism funds for FY24 ($28,486.23) and FY25 ($250.28) and for mold remediation at the old EVB building/School Board office ($7,917.09). They also denied all bids for the School Drainfield Project Package 3.

• Termination of local burn ban effective November 15, 2024
• Amendment to October 10, 2024 opioid abatement settlement appropriation to correct total to $5,421.51
• Supplemental appropriation of $28,486.23 for Economic Development ARPA Tourism Funds FY24
• Supplemental appropriation of $250.28 for Economic Development ARPA Tourism Funds FY25
• Supplemental appropriation of $7,917.09 for mold remediation at old EVB building/School Board office

Economic Development Commission

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes review of prior meeting notes, updates from the Executive Director and County Administrator, discussion of current projects, and new business. No specific proposals, votes, or financial items are listed for action.

• Review of October 2024 meeting notes
• Executive Director Items and County Administrator Corner updates
• Discussion of Current Projects and New Business

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors will vote on several supplemental appropriations, including $151,195.51 for a School Security Equipment Grant and $396,360.49 for the school cafeteria fund carryover. Other actions include fund transfers for ESSER III, sheriff's department reimbursements, opioid abatement funds, and a $490,975.31 check register. The board will also receive updates from schools, the Economic Development Commission, and VDOT, and convene a closed meeting for personnel matters.

• Supplemental appropriation of $151,195.51 for the School Security Equipment Program
• Transfer of $26,691 in ESSER III funds from capital outlay to instruction
• Supplemental appropriation of $396,360.49 for school cafeteria fund carryover
• Multiple sheriff's department appropriations totaling $848.10 for FBI payroll, gun permits, and ball games
• Approval of $490,975.31 check register for November 2024

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board met on November 10, 2024 and unanimously approved four applications for riprap revetments along local creeks and the Potomac River. One after-the-fact permit application was tabled to allow a VIMS report on the project. No public hearings or fee changes were discussed.

• Application 24-2237: 176 linear feet of riprap revetment at 528 Kingscote Drive on Kingscote Creek, approved for 3 years.
• Application 24-2268: 290 linear feet of riprap revetment at 109 Hideaway Lane on Cod Creek, approved for 3 years.
• Application 24-2312: after-the-fact permit for additional stone to 55 linear feet of riprap sill at 92 Hall Farm Drive on Cranes Creek, tabled for VIMS report.
• Application 24-2283: 64 linear feet of armor stone revetment on Candy Point Road (Potomac River), approved for 3 years.
• Application 24-2430: 101 linear feet of riprap revetment on Ute Road (Indian Creek), approved for 3 years.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors met in a special called session to award several public contracts and hire a wastewater employee. The board also ratified a local emergency burn ban due to extreme dry conditions.

• Contract awarded to Elyon Construction, LLC for New Courthouse roof replacement for $185,000.00
• Contracts awarded to Docks of the Bay for vessel removal: Bridge Creek ($255,000.00), Lodge Landing ($67,500.00), and Great Wicomico Nears Whays Creek ($13,000.00)
• Hiring of Aric Jones as Sanitary District Wastewater Operator/Maintenance at a starting salary of $37,907.17
• Ratification of a local emergency burn ban effective October 24, 2024, at 1:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed revision to the zoning ordinance that would prohibit utility-scale solar energy facilities within 0.75 mile of tidal waters. The commission will also begin discussing revisions to Chapter 4 of the Comprehensive Plan and continue discussion on Hampton Hall Landing water access development.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance § 148-155 revision to prohibit utility-scale solar facilities within 0.75 mile of tidal waters
• Begin discussion of Chapter 4 Comprehensive Plan Revisions
• Continue discussion on Hampton Hall Landing water access development
• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024 meeting

Economic Development Commission

This meeting of the Northumberland County Economic Development Commission is a routine procedural session. The agenda includes standard items such as roll call, review of previous meeting notes, and reports from commissioners and staff. No specific decisions, projects, or financial items are identified for discussion or vote.

• Agenda contains only standard procedural items without specific details

Board of Supervisors

The Board approved multiple supplemental appropriations and rescinded prior motions to correct fiscal year allocations. Key decisions include $254,909.97 in change orders for a regional emergency radio system, $60,300 in fire program grants, and $5,494.96 in opioid abatement funds. The board also adopted a Planning Commission recommendation on cargo container visibility conditions for A-1 zoned parcels.

• Approved change orders 1, 2, and 3 for regional emergency radio system totaling $254,909.97
• Supplemental appropriation of $60,300 for FY25 Virginia Department of Fire Programs grant for two volunteer fire departments
• Supplemental appropriation of $5,494.96 for opioid abatement settlement funds
• Rescinded prior motion to carry over negative line items totaling -$132,360.90 for Sheriff's Office
• Approved Planning Commission condition requiring cargo containers visible from road or neighbor to be painted or screened

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board reviewed and approved five applications for shoreline stabilization. The board granted three-year approvals for the installation of riprap revetments, a vinyl bulkhead, and armor stone groins.

• Approved 720 linear feet of riprap revetment on Oyster Road (App. 24-2157)
• Approved 115 linear feet of riprap revetment at 555 Painter Point Road (App. 24-2145)
• Approved 118 linear feet of vinyl bulkhead at 310 Potomac Shore Drive (App. 24-1650)
• Approved 95 linear feet of riprap revetment at 2 Dixie Court (App. 24-2187)
• Approved two armor stone groins at 425 Pelican Lane (App. 24-2191)

Electoral Board

The Northumberland County Electoral Board met on October 8, 2024, to discuss early voting progress (1,500 voters so far), ballot receipt and preparation, and election-day logistics. A $14,600 quote from KnowInk for new Poll Pads was tabled to the December meeting. The board also noted a $12,600 rebate from ELECT deposited into the budget and planned for the upcoming Risk Limiting Audit.

• Early voting: approximately 1,500 voters had visited the registrar’s office as of Oct 8
• Logic and Accuracy testing of voting machines scheduled for Oct 10 at 9AM
• Ballots received from printer; quantities matched order and were boxed by precinct
• $14,600 quote for replacement Poll Pads from KnowInk tabled to December meeting
• $12,600 rebate from ELECT deposited into Capitol Outlay line item (YTD balance $27,105)

Planning Commission

The Northumberland County Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss two memos from the Board of Supervisors: one on prohibiting solar energy facilities within 1 mile of tidal waters, and another on requiring painting or vegetative screening of cargo containers. They will also begin revising Chapter 4 of the Comprehensive Plan and continue discussions on Hampton Hall Landing water access development. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Discuss BOS memo on prohibiting solar energy facilities within 1 mile of tidal waters
• Discuss BOS memo on requiring painting/vegetative screening of all permitted and unpermitted cargo containers
• Begin discussion of Chapter 4 Comprehensive Plan Revisions
• Continue discussion on Hampton Hall Landing water access development

Economic Development Commission

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission will hold a regular meeting with a discovery session on the American Junior Golf Association tournament at Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club and a presentation by the Northern Neck Planning District Commission. The agenda also includes review of past meeting notes, updates from commissioners and the county administrator, and discussion of current projects and new business.

• Discovery session: Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club AJGA Tournament
• Presentation by Lisa Hull, Economic Development and Tourism Coordinator, Northern Neck Planning District Commission
• Review of August 2024 meeting notes
• Commissioners' Corner and Executive Director items
• County Administrator Corner and Current Projects update

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved several supplemental appropriations for Northumberland County Schools and the Sheriff's Department. The body also issued resolutions for first responders and supported a park grant application for the Greater Reedville Association.

• Approved $426,538.72 carry over of New Construction Funds from FY24 to FY25 for schools
• Approved $205,937.69 carry over of ESSER Funds from FY24 to FY25 for schools
• Approved $7,283.04 supplemental appropriation for the Virginia Tiered System of Supports (VTSS) grant
• Approved $131,621.01 supplemental appropriation for a Sheriff's Office grant reimbursement
• Approved a letter of support for the Greater Reedville Association's National Park Service grant application

The Board denied a modification to a conditional use permit for farming with livestock at 328 Point Pleasant Road, citing a violation of the existing permit. A request by Little Wicomico Oyster Company to expand an existing marina and aquaculture facility was tabled to the October 10, 2024 meeting. The Board also approved several supplemental appropriations, including school funds and Sheriff's Department reimbursements, and moved forward with bids for the school drainfield project.

• Denied modification of CUP for farming with livestock at 328 Point Pleasant Road (5-0)
• Tabled CUP request by Little Wicomico Oyster Company to October 10, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $426,538.72 carryover of New Construction Funds for schools (5-0)
• Approved $205,937.69 carryover of ESSER Funds for schools (5-0)
• Approved $161,778.88 bid from Nansemond Pre-Cast Concrete Co., Inc. for school drainfield package 1 (5-0)
• Approved $60,000 bid from Fair Winds Automation for school drainfield package 2 (5-0)
• Approved $444,582.68 check register for September 2024 (5-0)
• Denied request for 'No Wake Buoy Markers' in Great Wicomico River (3-2)

Wetlands Board

The Wetlands Board unanimously approved four new applications and one held-over request for riprap revetments and sills along Henrys Creek, Wilkins Creek, Mill Creek, Barrett Creek, and a White Sand Harbour project. All projects were described as having no wetland impacts or creating wetlands, and approvals were granted for three years.

• Approved Lewis application for 59 ft riprap revetment and 81 ft sill at 130 Creeks End Lane, Henrys Creek
• Approved Thompson application for 65 ft revetment and 148 ft sill at 2363 Mundy Point Road, Wilkins Creek
• Approved Walker application for 164 ft revetment and 238 ft sill at 311 Ferlazzo Lane, Mill Creek
• Approved Wicomico Church LLC application for 596 ft revetment and two bulkhead returns at Riverway Drive, Barrett Creek
• Approved held-over White Sand Harbour POA request for 230 ft armor stone breakwater and 132 ft armor stone, after VIMS review and withdrawal of objection

Electoral Board

The Northumberland County Electoral Board discussed the November ballot status, noting a last-minute addition of an independent candidate and approval delays. They rescheduled Logic & Accuracy testing for early voting machines to September 17 due to missing ballots and v-Drives. The board reviewed initial precinct officer assignments and set training dates for October, emphasizing updated procedures. They also discussed a risk-limiting audit for the Senate race and reviewed YTD budget expenditures.

• Virginia Department of Elections added an independent candidate to the November ballot, delaying full approval until September 10
• Absentee ballot address label printing issues requiring individual printing by staff
• L&A testing for early voting machines rescheduled to Sep 17 at 10:00AM
• Board reviewed initial precinct officer assignments with goal of 9 officers and 2 alternates per polling place
• County will conduct a risk-limiting audit for the Senate race, potentially also for the Congressional race

Electoral Board

The Northumberland County Electoral Board held a special meeting to address a request from the Republican Party of Virginia for election information. The board also reviewed ADA compliance, early voting procedures, and logistical issues for the November 5 election, including a split-precinct waiver and traffic concerns at the registrar's office.

• Request from Republican Party of Virginia for election information discussed and response planned
• Annual ADA Compliance Confirmation approved and posted
• Unresolved waiver request regarding 'split precinct' with Town of Kilmarnock
• New process for acknowledging receipt of early voting ballots via Poll Pad signatures
• Parking permission request from Ms. Henley for early voting staff; traffic issues to be addressed with VDOT and NUSO

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to analyze the pros and cons of requiring a business license. The body will also discuss a previous County Owned Property Analysis and revisions to Chapter 3 of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Analysis of requiring a business license
• County Owned Property Analysis and proposed canoe/kayak launch at Hampton Hall Landing
• Chapter 3 Comprehensive Plan Revisions

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board approved four applications for shoreline stabilization projects: three riprap revetments and one vinyl bulkhead replacement. All applications were approved unanimously with three-year terms. No applications were denied or discussed beyond routine review.

• Approved Application 24-10764: 95 linear feet of riprap revetment and replacement of a 12' groin spur at 136 River Road on the Potomac River, agent Scott Smith.
• Approved Application 24-1406: 145 linear feet of riprap revetment at 398 Sutton Avenue, Reedville on Cockrell Creek, agent Joseph Scott.
• Approved Application 24-1395: 100 linear feet of riprap revetment at 227 Bramble Lane on Butler Cove, agent Joseph Scott.
• Approved Application 24-1464: Replacement of 287 linear feet of timber bulkhead with vinyl bulkhead at 490 Dividing Creek Lane on Dividing Creek, agent Roger McKinley.

Electoral Board

The Northumberland County Electoral Board approved July 2024 minutes and addressed equipment repairs, ballot ordering, election officer training, and compliance with a gubernatorial executive order. For the November election, the board will order ballots for 100% of registered voters per precinct plus anticipated absentee ballots. Training sessions for election officers and early voting workers were scheduled for September and October. The board also discussed IRS tax withholding requirements for election officers.

• Ballot order approved: 100% of registered voters per precinct plus anticipated absentee ballots for November election.
• Two of four voting machines returned from repair; remaining two expected August 16.
• Logic and Accuracy testing scheduled for September 10 (early voting) and October 10 (Election Day equipment).
• Risk Limiting Audit planned after November 5 election; board assigned to attend September 5 webinar.
• Annual ADA compliance confirmation due August 30; board voted to respond as in 2023, relying on donated spaces.

Board of Supervisors

The Special Called Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled for August 12, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda was procedural boilerplate for a cancelled meeting.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors voted on a series of financial items including carryover of ARPA funds and appropriations from opioid abatement settlements. They also approved a memorandum of understanding for a loaner life jacket program at the Great Wicomico River Canoe/Kayak Launch and authorized a review of the Northumberland Public Library's request for conformity with the county's comprehensive plan. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss personnel and real estate matters.

• Transfer of $590,912.72 in ARPA funds from FY24 to FY25
• Supplemental appropriation of $1,888.20 for FY24 opioid abatement settlement funds, including $299.86 interest
• Supplemental appropriation of $12,925.76 for FY25 opioid abatement settlement funds from multiple settlements
• Transfer of $79,706.18 in opioid abatement settlement funds from FY24 to FY25
• Approval of check register for August 2024 totaling $389,330.02

Board of Supervisors

At a special called meeting, the Board of Supervisors approved an $11,662,946 budget amendment for the FY24 Jail Board and adopted a personal property tax rate of $3.60 per $100 of assessed valuation for 2024. Other approved items include $1,712 for opioid medication disposal pouches, a $138,844 change order for the Reedville Sanitary District Lab, and authorization to advertise bids for the Middle/High school wastewater project. The board also entered a closed meeting to discuss personnel and real estate matters.

• FY24 Jail Board budget amendment of $11,662,946
• Personal property tax rate set at $3.60 per $100 valuation
• Opioid abatement fund request for $1,712 to purchase medication disposal pouches
• Reedville Sanitary District Lab change order for $138,844
• School sewer project: authorization to advertise IFB for wastewater improvements at Middle/High school

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to continue analyzing the pros and cons of requiring a business license in the county and to continue discussing Chapter 3 of the Comprehensive Plan revisions. No public hearings or other discussion items are scheduled.

• Continued analysis of requiring a county business license
• Continued discussion of Chapter 3 Comprehensive Plan revisions

Economic Development Commission

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission will meet to review May 2024 meeting notes and hear executive director items including ARPA project closure, a kayak brochure, internships, and the 2024/2025 budget. Commissioners will also have a corner for updates, and there will be new business and citizen engagement.

• ARPA project closure
• Kayak brochure
• Internship(s)
• Budget for 2024/2025

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors approved a transfer of $10,764,532.00 in school funds between budget categories. The board also passed a resolution requesting the Governor declare the county a disaster area due to drought and heat. Additionally, they ratified an emergency burn ban.

• Transfer of $10,764,532.00 in school funds across various categories
• Resolution requesting a state disaster declaration for drought and heat
• Ratification of a local emergency burn ban
• Approval of a $49,716.00 quote for a 40kW wastewater generator
• Supplemental appropriation of $12,105.00 for the Electoral Board

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board approved several shoreline stabilization and pier applications. The Board voted to table a request for an armor stone breakwater at White Sand Harbour until September 10, 2024, to seek advice from VIMS.

• Approval of riprap revetment at 185 Holly Grove Lane
• Approval of jetty construction at 2046 Whays Creek Road
• Approval of commercial pier at 619 Train Lane
• Tabling of armor stone breakwater project at White Sand Harbour Subdivision

Electoral Board

The Board discussed developing a SharePoint-based training tool for Election Officers to be ready by October 1. Members also addressed the repair of three Hart machines and the need to submit a Voting Systems Security Plan by September 6, 2024. Additionally, the Chair requested that a $12,000 state rebate be placed into an elections capital improvement fund.

• Development of SharePoint-based online training tool for Election Officers
• Repair and rotation of three Hart machines
• Submission of Voting Systems Security Plan by September 6, 2024
• Request to place approximately $12,000 state rebate into a capital improvement fund
• Potential $8,000 expenditure for Poll Pad equipment updates

Board of Supervisors

The Board approved the $50,201,732 FY25 County Budget and the $21,529,064 FY25 School Board Budget. They also authorized a 1.5% adjustment to the county salary scale for the upcoming fiscal year. A public hearing regarding personal property tax rates was scheduled for July 11, 2024.

• Approved FY25 School Board Budget of $21,529,064
• Adopted $50,201,734 FY25 County Budget
• Authorized a 1.5% adjustment to the FY25 county salary scale
• Scheduled July 11 public hearing for personal property tax rates
• Approved $32,334.69 supplemental appropriation for Sheriff's Department

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will analyze the pros and cons of requiring a County business license. The meeting also includes a preliminary discussion regarding Chapter 3 Comprehensive Plan Revisions. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Analysis of business license requirements
• Preliminary discussion on Chapter 3 Comprehensive Plan Revisions

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review the May 2024 meeting notes and receive updates from the Executive Director and County Administrator. Discussion items include the status of an ARPA project and a new kayak brochure.

• ARPA project completion
• Kayak brochure
• Review of May 2024 meeting notes

Board of Supervisors

The Board approved a budget reduction list that includes full funding for EMS and Sheriff salary adjustments. They also authorized two supplemental appropriations for radio systems and a grant. Some items were carried over to the June 21, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of budget reduction list with full EMS and Sheriff salary adjustments
• $279,796.00 supplemental appropriation for regional radio system reimbursement
• $400,000.00 supplemental appropriation for the VMRC ADV Grant

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors approved several infrastructure and administrative items. This included a change order for wastewater facility remodeling and a $400,000 grant for vessel removal. The board also reviewed updates on school systems and the anti-litter committee.

• Approved $138,844 change order for Reedville Wastewater Treatment Facility remodeling
• Authorized $400,000 VMRC grant contract for abandoned vessels in Bridge Creek, Lodge Creek, and Great Wicomico
• Approved $5,985 quote from Crofton Diving for outfall pipe investigation
• Authorized Economic Development Commission to advertise summer intern program
• Approved new county personnel policy effective July 1, 2024

Electoral Board

The Electoral Board discussed the training of 10 new Election Officers and the need for more staff before the November Presidential election. The board also addressed requirements for shared data storage and the repair of two Touch Writer voting machines.

• Training completed by 10 new Election Officers on June 10
• Repair of two Touch Writer voting machines via Hart
• Need for additional Election Officers before the November Presidential election
• Plan to consult County IT regarding shared data storage and access

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to discuss the FY25 draft budget and the School Board's budget request. The Board also voted not to accept the received bid for wood debris. This item will be re-advertised at a later date.

• Discussion of FY25 Draft Budget
• Review of School Board FY25 Budget Request
• Decision not to accept the wood debris bid

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board approved four shoreline modification applications during its June 11 meeting. These included a maintenance dredge at Jarvis Creek and various riprap and bulkhead installations along local creeks and rivers. One extension request was deferred because the requested changes would require a new application.

• Approval of 24,300 square foot dredge at Jarvis Creek and Windy Lane with county inspection requirements
• Approval of 162 linear feet of riprap revetment at Hack Creek and 96 Blue Heron Court
• Approval of 60 linear feet of timber bulkhead at Cockrells Creek on Main Street in Reedville
• Approval of 15 linear feet of riprap revetment at Great Wicomico River and 1295 Fox Point Road

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors met for a special called meeting regarding the FY25 draft budget and School Board budget requests. A motion was carried to postpone the discussion until 7:00 p.m. on June 6, 2024.

• FY25 Draft Budget
• School Board FY25 Budget Request

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors held a public hearing regarding the proposed FY25 draft budget, which includes a $0.08 increase in the current real estate tax rate. The board voted to carry over the meeting items to June 12, 2024.

• Public hearing for the FY25 draft budget
• Proposed $0.08 increase in the real estate tax rate
• Motion to carry over meeting items to June 12, 2024

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors met jointly with the School Board and approved three financial items: a cafeteria fund carryover of $487,585.39, a supplemental appropriation of $313,363.41 for the Unfinished Learning Grant, and $29,610.48 for the Before and After School Grant. The meeting was carried over to June 6, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

• Cafeteria fund carryover $487,585.39 to School Food Service
• Supplemental appropriation $313,363.41 for Unfinished Learning Grant
• Supplemental appropriation $29,610.48 for Before and After School Grant
• Meeting carried over to June 6, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting to hear presentations on the FY25 draft county budget, the school board's budget request, and budgets from Rappahannock Community College, the Northern Neck-Middlesex Free Health Clinic, and the Boys and Girls Club. The board voted to advertise a public hearing on the FY25 county budget for June 6, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. It also approved remote participation for Vice Chairman Brann, convened into closed session for legal and contract discussions, and carried over to a joint meeting with the School Board on May 30, 2024.

• FY25 County budget public hearing set for June 6, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
• Budget presentations from Greater Reedville Association, Library Director Jane Blue, Rappahannock Community College, Northern Neck-Middlesex Free Health Clinic, and Boys and Girls Club
• Motion to allow Vice Chairman Brann to participate via Zoom ratified
• Closed meeting for legal consultation and public contract award discussion
• Carry over to joint meeting with School Board on May 30, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

Economic Development Commission

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission is meeting to review the April 2024 meeting notes, discuss updates on the ARPA project status, and continue strategic plan discussions on goals, objectives, metrics, and action plans. The agenda also includes time for new business and citizen engagement.

• ARPA project status update
• Strategic Plan Discussion on goals, objectives, metrics, action plans
• Review of April 2024 meeting notes

Planning Commission

The Northumberland County Planning Commission is meeting to continue work on Chapter 1 of the Comprehensive Plan revisions and begin preliminary discussion on Chapter 2. No public hearings or discussion items are scheduled, and the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Continue work on Chapter 1 Comprehensive Plan Revisions
• Preliminary discussion on Chapter 2 Comprehensive Plan Review
• No public hearings scheduled

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting with two closed sessions (for legal consultation and contract discussions) and budget presentations from the YMCA, Bay Aging, and a draft FY25 budget. The board will also vote to carry over to a May 22 special meeting.

• Closed session under Virginia Code 2.2-3711(A)(7) for legal consultation on litigation
• Closed session under Virginia Code 2.2-3711(A)(29) for public contract award discussion
• Budget presentation by Northumberland YMCA (Allison Cockrell)
• Budget presentation by Bay Aging (Tinsley Goad and Ken Pollock)
• Draft FY25 Budget presentation

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board approved three applications for riprap revetment installations along shorelines, each with a three-year permit. The projects are at Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club, Lodge Creek, and Cod Creek. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved 30 ft riprap at Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club, 362 Club Drive
• Approved 70 ft riprap at Lodge Creek, Tax Map Parcel #9-(1)-5A, Melrose Road
• Approved 285 ft riprap at Cod Creek, 2312 Clarketown Road
• All permits issued for three years

Electoral Board

The Northumberland County Electoral Board met and approved a plan to pay election officers $100 per day to serve as greeters during November early voting. The board also set dates for June primary preparation, including ballot packing, logic and accuracy testing, and canvassing, with adjustments due to the Juneteenth holiday. The FY24/25 budget is still awaiting approval.

• Approved $100/day compensation for election officers assisting as greeters during early voting (Sep 20 – Nov 2)
• Set June primary prep dates: ballot packing 5/17, L&A testing 6/3, absentee pre-processing 6/11 & 6/15, canvass 6/20
• Postponed polling place equipment pickup to June 20 due to Juneteenth holiday
• Chief's meeting scheduled for June 4 at Northumberland Sheriff's Office
• New election officer training set for June 10, 1-4 PM at Sheriff's Office

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on May 9, 2024, approving minutes, resolutions, proclamations, and several supplemental appropriations. They also authorized spending ARPA tourism funds on a kayak launch and banner ads, approved the Northern Neck Regional Jail budget, and entered a closed meeting for real property and legal matters.

• Approved $22,000 bid from Docks of the Bay, LLC for a land-based kayak launch at Lodge Landing using ARPA tourism funds.
• Authorized $7,200 for banner advertisements with LesuireMedia360 using ARPA tourism funds.
• Approved Northern Neck Regional Jail Board budget of $12,228,834.
• Approved $14,510 quote from Fire & Safety Equipment Company for EMS medication storage using Opioid Abatement funds.
• Approved supplemental appropriations for Sheriff's Department ($424.80, $400, $455), Animal Control ($44.29), and National Opioid Settlement ($32,014.47).

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting on May 8, 2024, primarily to hold a public hearing on the School Board's FY25 budget request. The board also approved a $12,960 quote from Prism Contractors for five additional manholes in the Sanitary District Rehabilitation project, funded by ARPA, and entered into a contract with Pearson's Appraisal Service for the county reassessment at $22.50 per parcel. The board convened in closed session to discuss contract award and then reconvened to take action.

• Public hearing on School Board FY25 budget request
• Approved $12,960 quote from Prism Contractors for 5 additional manholes (ARPA-funded)
• Approved contract with Pearson's Appraisal Service for reassessment at $22.50 per parcel
• Discussed MOU with Lancaster County for Local Board of Building Appeals
• Held closed session to discuss public contract award

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors met in a special called session and voted unanimously to convene a closed meeting under Virginia Code exemptions for personnel matters and public contract discussions. After reconvening, the board certified by roll call that only lawfully exempted matters were discussed. The board then voted to carry over to a special meeting on May 8, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. No other business was conducted.

• Closed meeting under Va. Code 2.2-3711(A)(1),(29) for personnel and contract discussions
• Roll-call certification that closed session complied with FOIA exemptions
• Motion carried to reconvene into open session
• Carry-over motion to special meeting May 8, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
• All votes unanimous (5-0) by supervisors Long, Haynie, Brann, Williams, Fisher

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting on April 24, 2024, and took several actions. They voted to advertise a public hearing on the School Board's FY25 budget for May 8, 2024, and approved supplemental appropriations for refuse collection ($125,000) and auditing services ($175,140). They also authorized a wire transfer for Microwave Networks, approved a grant application for derelict vessels, amended by-laws, and approved a Kone Elevator repair quote. The board convened into closed session for personnel and contract discussions, then reconvened and certified the closed meeting.

• Advertise School Board budget public hearing for May 8, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
• Supplemental appropriation of $125,000 for refuse collection (line item 4203-3100)
• Supplemental appropriation of $175,140 for auditing services (line item 1206-3003)
• Authorize wire transfer of $10,850 to Microwave Networks if Bank of America rejects digital signatures
• Approve Kone Elevator quote of $59,295 for Old Courthouse elevator repairs

Planning Commission

The Northumberland County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: increasing solar facility setbacks from 25 to 50 feet and revising decommissioning rules, changing office buildings from by-right to conditional use in certain residential zones, and adopting the FY 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. The commission will also discuss Comprehensive Plan revisions in a work session.

• Zoning Ordinance § 148-155: solar setback increase from 25 to 50 feet, decommission plan review at 2 years then every 5 years, surety increase if decommission cost rises
• Zoning Ordinance § 148 Attachment A: office buildings change from by-right to conditional use in R-1 and R-2 Residential Waterfront districts
• Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2025-2030
• Comprehensive Plan revisions – Chapter 1 discussion

Economic Development Commission

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission is holding a strategic planning meeting to review and update its 2030 plan. They will discuss the county profile, opportunities, challenges, goals, objectives, metrics, and action plans. The outcome will be that each commissioner takes the lead on a section of the plan.

• Review of county profile changes and implications for 2030 plan
• Discussion of opportunities and challenges sections
• Concurrence on goals: what stays, goes, or is added
• Identification of metrics for each goal
• Assignment of action plan sections to commissioners

Economic Development Commission

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission is meeting to review past meeting notes, discuss observations from discovery sessions and joint meetings, and receive updates from the Executive Director, including the status of ARPA projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with open discussion and routine reports.

• Review of March 2024 meeting notes
• Open discussion on EDC observations from discovery sessions and joint meetings
• Executive Director update on ARPA project status
• County Administrator corner report
• Citizen engagement period

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on April 11, 2024, approving minutes, proclamations, and multiple supplemental appropriations totaling $174,367.24 for departments including Building Inspections, Emergency Services, Volunteer Fire Departments, Sheriff's Department, Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court, IT, and Treasurer's Office. The board also approved a resolution for the Callao Hometown Community Association to re-apply for the DHCD Commercial District Affiliate Program, and authorized use of the old School Board Office property in Lottsburg for the National Day of Prayer. The meeting included a closed session for legal consultation and contract discussion, followed by public hearings at 7:00 P.M.

• Supplemental appropriation of $55,830.24 for Building Inspections
• Supplemental appropriation of $68,000.00 for Emergency Services from EMS Billing funds
• Supplemental appropriation of $12,976.00 for Volunteer Fire Departments
• Resolution allowing Callao Hometown Community Association to re-apply for DHCD Commercial District Affiliate Program
• Approval to use old School Board Office property in Lottsburg for National Day of Prayer on May 2, 2024

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a joint meeting with the School Board, approving several supplemental appropriations and fund transfers for school programs, including a vision screening grant and ESSER funds. A motion to approve a larger ESSER III supplemental appropriation failed. The board also convened into closed session for personnel and contract discussions.

• Approved $2,513 supplemental appropriation for VDOE Vision Screening Program
• Approved $314.37 fund transfer for ISAEP Program debt service
• Failed motion for ESSER III appropriations totaling $1,508,719.13
• Convened closed meeting for personnel and contract discussions
• Certified closed meeting compliance with FOIA

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board approved two applications for shoreline construction, each with a three-year permit. The first allows a commercial pier on Mill Creek, and the second allows a breakwater and sill in White Sand Harbour. Both were approved unanimously with no objections.

• Approved commercial pier for Robert W. Jacey at Mill Creek and 619 Train Lane
• Approved 230 ft armor stone breakwater and 132 ft armor stone sill for White Sand Harbour POA
• Both permits valid for three years

Electoral Board

The Northumberland County Electoral Board met to plan for the June 18 primary election. They confirmed training dates for election officers, discussed the timeline for final ballot listings and ballot packing, and scheduled voting equipment testing. The board also addressed post-election procedures, including moving the canvass to June 20 due to the Juneteenth holiday.

• Chief/Asst Chief meeting set for June 4; new election officer training June 10; officers to be compensated for training attendance
• Final ballot listings expected week of April 22; 10 empty boxes needed for ballot counting and packing
• L&A testing for voting equipment scheduled April 25 at 9:30AM at Registrar's Office
• 2024 LESS security plan to be signed April 18 at 10AM
• Election canvass moved to June 20 due to Juneteenth holiday; polling place supply pickup also June 20

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting to address the aftermath of an April 3 tornado, ratifying a local emergency declaration and waiving residential building permit fees for affected residents. The board also approved a $32,700 painting contract, an $8,000 sewer plant training quote, and a grant application for boat removal, before convening a closed meeting.

• Ratified local emergency declaration for April 3 tornado
• Waived residential building permit fees for tornado victims
• Approved $32,700 contract with Stratus Painting Contractors for Old Courthouse and Extension Office
• Approved $8,000 Airvac training at Reedville Sewer Plant
• Approved VMRC grant application for boat removal at Reedville Marina

Planning Commission

The Northumberland County Planning Commission is meeting to continue work on revising the Solar Energy Facility Zoning Ordinance and to discuss how to address solar facilities in the Comprehensive Plan. They will also confirm whether office buildings should be a conditional use in certain residential districts, per a memo from the Board of Supervisors. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Work on finalizing Solar Energy Facility Zoning Ordinance Revision
• Discussion on addressing Solar Energy Facilities in the Comprehensive Plan
• Confirm office buildings as conditional use in R-1 and R-2 districts

Economic Development Commission

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss a discovery session on local watermen, review February 2024 meeting notes, and plan strategy. The commission will also hear updates on ARPA project status and other administrative items. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Discovery session on Northumberland County Watermen
• Review of February 2024 meeting notes
• Strategic planning: set meeting date and action items
• ARPA project status update

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting with public hearings, approving a conditional use permit for storage containers, a tax due date change, and several administrative items. The board also approved a resolution to rename the community services board and authorized the regional jail to seek an opioid abatement grant.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for two cargo containers on A-1 Agricultural property on Newmans Neck Road (Parcel 18-(1)-25)
• Approved amendment changing tax due date from December 5 to November 5 for real estate, personal property, and vehicle license taxes
• Approved resolution to rename Middle Peninsula Northern Neck Community Services Board to Middle Peninsula Northern Neck Behavioral Health
• Approved $770 supplemental appropriation for Sheriff's Department ball game pay
• Approved $7,666.67 supplemental appropriation for Little League roof replacement with $3,833.33 school reimbursement

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting to convene a closed session for legal consultation and contract discussions. After reconvening, the board voted to authorize the County Administrator to sign a contract with HDH Associates for roof replacement at the New Courthouse and to sign an engagement letter with Rodefer Moss for pre-auditing services. All votes were unanimous.

• Authorized contract with HDH Associates for roof replacement at the New Courthouse
• Authorized signing engagement letter with Rodefer Moss for pre-auditing services
• Closed meeting under Virginia Code 2.2-3711 (A)(7),(29) for legal consultation and contract discussion

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board approved five applications for shoreline work, including riprap revetments, groin repairs, and bulkhead repairs. All approvals were for three-year permits, with one conditional on receiving property owner signatures.

• Approved 190 ft riprap revetment at 89 Barnes View Lane (Barnes Creek)
• Approved 34 ft riprap revetment at 239 Muriel Drive (Cod Creek)
• Approved 120 ft riprap revetment at 993 Ferry Road (Ellyson Creek)
• Approved rebuild of two timber groins at 145 Riverside Court (Potomac River), modified to low-profile
• Approved bulkhead and groin repair at 356 Devils Wood Yard Road (Potomac River), pending owner signatures

Electoral Board

The Northumberland County Electoral Board met to prepare for the June 18 primary and the rest of 2024. They decided to order 8 additional vDrives, stop mailing election officer paychecks, and plan training sessions. They also discussed voter confusion about polling places and will use public service announcements to address it.

• Order 8 additional vDrives from Hart InterCivic, return 40 for reprogramming, needed by May 1
• Election officer checks will no longer be mailed; pickup at Registrar's office
• Chiefs' meeting June 4, new officer training June 10 at Sheriff's office
• Order June primary ballots in same quantities as March 5 primary, wrapped in 50s
• Plan PSAs on local radio to reduce voter confusion about early vs. Election Day voting

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting that included a joint session with Dominion Energy, likely on solar or energy matters. The board approved a regional radio system design with Lancaster County, allowed the Boys and Girls Club to apply for a grant, hired a wastewater operator, and entered a closed session for personnel matters.

• Joint meeting with Dominion Power on solar discussion
• Approved L3Harris split cell design with Lancaster County for Regional Radio System at $84,835.50
• Allowed Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Neck to apply for DCJS Byrnes grant with in-kind match
• Hired Zane Oliver for Wastewater Operator/Maintenance position at starting salary of $34,346.97
• Approved Supervisor Williams' remote participation via Zoom

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors held a joint meeting with the School Board to discuss the FY25 proposed budget. Actions included approving supplemental appropriations for school instruction and emergency sewer line repairs.

• $22,500 supplemental appropriation for Virginia Tiered System of Supports (VTSS) instruction
• $268,946 wire transfer to pay Microwave Networks
• $400,000 transfer from Capital Improvement fund to General fund for Cockrell Creek sewer line repair

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting on February 20, 2024. They convened in closed session to discuss a public contract, then approved a forensic audit agreement with UHY Advisors Mid-Atlantic, Inc. for up to $159,975 covering the County and School Division. The board also handled routine items including a planning commission reappointment, a budget amendment, an RFP for real estate reassessment, and a mobile food vendor policy change.

• Approved forensic audit contract with UHY Advisors Mid-Atlantic, Inc. not to exceed $159,975 for County and School Division, covering 5 years
• Approved re-appointment of Vivian Diggs to Planning Commission District III retroactive to February 13, 2024
• Tabled from Feb 8: FY2024 budget amendment for grants, reimbursements, personnel, internet/software costs, and salary increases
• Approved advertising RFP for general reassessment of real estate values
• Amended Mobile Food Vendors Policy to allow applicants with permanent residence in Northumberland County

Economic Development Commission

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission will meet to discuss its FY2025 budget request, which proposes a revenue-neutral shift of funds from the Chamber of Commerce to support tourism and business data initiatives. The agenda also includes a strategic plan discussion, updates on ARPA tourism projects, and a discovery session with the Virginia Economic Development Partnership. The meeting is largely a working session with no final votes scheduled.

• FY25 budget request of $16,800, up $1,570 from FY24, funded by shifting $1,800 from Chamber of Commerce website maintenance and $1,800 from commissioner wages
• Discussion of ARPA tourism projects status report
• Strategic plan discussion for 2030
• Discovery session with Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)
• Citizen input and new business

Planning Commission

The Northumberland County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning ordinance revision to define and allow boat canopies as a conditional use in several districts. The commission will also review the 2023 end-of-year report and discuss a Board of Supervisors request to review all uses in all zones.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance § 148-151 to add definition for Boat Canopies and exceptions for items 5, 6, and 8
• Boat Canopies to become conditional use in A-1, C-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, B-1, and M-1 districts
• Work session: 2023 End of the Year Report Review
• Work session: Review of all uses in all zones per BOS memo dated 4-17-23

Wetlands Board

The Northumberland County Wetlands Board held its regular monthly meeting and unanimously approved all ten permit applications for shoreline projects, including riprap revetments, bulkheads, groins, and a community pier. The board also elected Lewis Howard as Chairman and Albert Fisher as Vice-Chairman. All permits were granted for three-year terms.

• Approved 85 ft riprap revetment at 557 Main St, Reedville (Cockrells Creek)
• Approved 35 ft riprap revetment and 240 ft riprap sill at 2087 Mundy Point Rd (Wilkins Creek)
• Approved 90 ft riprap revetment, 120 ft sill, and groin at 180 Waterbury Rd (Indian Creek)
• Approved armor stone spurs and groins at 1040 Tranquility Rd (Chesapeake Bay)
• Approved community pier/bridge at 726 Ball Creek to 816 Ball Lane (Ball Creek)

Electoral Board

The Board discussed training requirements for the March 5 Primary, including role-based training for new and experienced officers. Members also reviewed the submitted FY 24-25 budget and noted potential costs for future voting equipment upgrades.

• Officer training scheduled for February 20 and February 28
• Submission of FY 24-25 budget to county administration
• Discussion of potential VVSG 2 voting equipment upgrades
• Implementation of a new shared MS Office 365 calendar
• L&A testing for March 5 Primary equipment

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting on February 9, 2024, where they convened into closed session to discuss a public contract award, then reconvened and took several actions. They authorized entering negotiations with UHY Advisors Mid-Atlantic, Inc. for forensic auditing services, approved a 5-year lease with American Tower Corporation for up to $132,508.92, adopted a Mobile Food Vendor Policy effective April 1 to November 30, 2024, and moved forward with a wood debris bid and advertising for bids to paint the Old Courthouse exterior.

• Authorized negotiation with UHY Advisors Mid-Atlantic, Inc. for forensic auditing services
• Approved 5-year lease with American Tower Corporation, cost up to $132,508.92
• Approved Mobile Food Vendor Policy effective April 1 to November 30, 2024
• Moved forward with wood debris bid as presented
• Advertised for bids (IFB) for painting the exterior of the Old Courthouse

Board of Supervisors

This is a special called meeting of the Northumberland County Board of Supervisors. The board convened into a closed meeting to discuss the award of a public contract, as permitted by Virginia law, then reconvened in open session and certified the closed session was lawful. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other business on the agenda.

• Closed meeting to discuss award of a public contract under Virginia Code 2.2-3711(A)(29)
• Motion to convene closed session carried unanimously
• Motion to reconvene into open session carried unanimously
• Certification of closed meeting by roll call vote carried unanimously
• Adjournment motion carried unanimously

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting with public hearings, taking action on a conditional use permit for a commercial slaughterhouse, a tax exemption for a local community association, and a budget amendment. The board also approved appointments, supplemental appropriations, and a policy on budget transfers.

• Denied conditional use permit for abattoir at 1923 Carlson Road (Tax Map Parcel 47-(1)-12A)
• Approved tax-exempt status for Callao Hometown Community Association, Inc. and waived last year's taxes
• Approved supplemental appropriations for Sheriff's Department: $2,671.84 (VACorp) and $472.50 (ball games)
• Approved re-appointments to Board of Zoning Appeals, Planning Commission, and Anti-Litter Committee
• Approved advertising RFP for professional engineering/architectural services for facility assessment

Joint Finance Committee

The Northumberland County Joint Finance Committee is meeting to finalize a short-term scope, reflect on the budget process, review discovery results on reconciliation and management processes, and plan for budget approval. The agenda is procedural, focusing on process and next steps rather than specific decisions.

• Short Term Scope Finalized
• Reflection/Lessons Learned on Budget Process
• Discovery Results – Reconciliation and Management Processes
• Plan for Budget Approval – Process and Initial Questions

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held a special called meeting on January 25, 2024, to address urgent infrastructure items. They approved an emergency procurement for a sewer line replacement, rejected bids for a school project, and authorized staff to act as general contractor for that project. The meeting included a closed session to discuss contract negotiations.

• Approved emergency procurement up to $400,000 with Webb Boring & Well Inc. for Cockrell Creek Force Main Sewer Line Replacement
• Voted not to accept bids for the High/Middle School Sanitary Treatment Modification Project
• Authorized staff to work with Engineer Rob Mangrum as general contractor for the High/Middle School Sanitary Treatment Modification Project
• Convened into closed meeting under Virginia Code 2.2-3711(A)(29) for contract discussion
• Carried over to special called meeting on February 8, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Northumberland County Planning Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting with no public hearings or discussion items scheduled. The main business is electing a chairman and vice chairman, reviewing the commission's bylaws, and selecting two volunteers for the 2024 Capital Improvement Plan Committee. The agenda is largely procedural, with a possible end-of-year report if completed in time.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Review of Planning Commission By-Laws
• Selection of two volunteers for 2024 Capital Improvement Plan Committee
• 2023 End of the Year Report (if completed in time)

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors is holding a special called meeting to discuss strategic planning priorities and goals for economic development. The agenda includes presentations from the Economic Development Commission, Planning Commission, and Board of Supervisors, followed by a discussion of next steps. The meeting is informational, with no formal votes scheduled except for adjournment.

• Discussion of Economic Development Commission objectives
• Strategic planning priorities/goals for economic development
• Input from Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors
• Next steps for future meetings/discussions

Economic Development Commission

The Northumberland County Economic Development Commission is meeting to discuss a franchise discovery session, review meeting notes, and receive status reports on the strategic plan and 2025 budget request. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed for this meeting.

• Franchise Discovery Session
• Strategic Plan Status Report (2030 Plan)
• 2025 Budget Request
• Review of November and December meeting notes

Board of Supervisors

The Northumberland County Board of Supervisors held its regular meeting on January 11, 2024, electing a chairman and vice-chairman, adopting bylaws, and approving the 2024 meeting schedule and holidays. The board also approved several resolutions, including EMS billing rates and an exemption scale for rescue services, and authorized an ARPA-funded billboard advertising project. Additionally, the board made multiple appointments to county boards and commissions, and approved a supplemental EMS grant appropriation.

• Elected James W Brann as Chairman and AC Fisher Jr as Vice-Chairman
• Approved EMS billing rates resolution and exemption scale for rescue services
• Authorized $12,697 for billboard advertising project (ARPA tourism)
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $2,800 for EMS grant (tent and CODE RED)
• Approved January 2024 check register

Electoral Board

The Northumberland County Electoral Board met to prepare for the upcoming Presidential Primary election, including early voting starting January 19. They discussed the FY24-25 budget request, election officer staffing shortages, and scheduled training. The meeting was routine and administrative, with no public attendees.

• Early voting begins January 19; voting equipment tested and 5 machines sent to Hart for repairs
• FY24-25 budget request to be submitted before January 31 deadline
• 51 election officer volunteers; need 35 for Election Day and 12-15 for CAP, plus 2 substitute chiefs, 1 new assistant chief, and 1 new chief
• Election officer training scheduled for February 20 at Northumberland Sheriff's Office
• Absentee ballot preparation and mailing to begin before early voting