Danville public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Danville City Council unanimously approved ordinances imposing a 1% additional local sales tax and use tax, with revenues dedicated to school construction or renovation. The council also approved a resolution of official intent to reimburse expenditures with bond proceeds, and voted 5-4 to amend the city code to move local elections to November in compliance with state law. Several board appointments were made, and the council received a financial review showing strong tax collections.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-12.02 imposing 1% local sales tax for schools (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-12.03 imposing 1% local use tax for schools (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12.13 on intent to reimburse expenditures with bond proceeds (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-12.06 moving city elections to November (5-4)
• Approved consent agenda including FY2022 budget appropriation amendment (9-0)
• Reappointed Lawrence Meder and Samuel Thomas to Building Code Board of Appeals (9-0)
• Appointed Helm Dobbins to Employee Retirement System (9-0)
• Reappointed Matthew Bailey to Fair Housing Board, Manuel Dodson and Robert S. Petrick to Planning Commission (9-0)

City Council

The council is reviewing a $1,493,298 budget amendment for State of Good Repair Program funds. They are also considering requests to vacate portions of public right-of-way and an alley.

• $1,493,298 budget amendment for State of Good Repair Program funds
• Vacating 1,617 square feet of alley adjacent to 467 West Main Street
• Vacating a right-of-way adjacent to 200 Old US 29 Highway
• Approval of November 2021 meeting minutes

The Danville City Council held a work session on December 21, 2021, approving minutes from November 4 and 16, 2021. Council members agreed to place three items on upcoming business meetings: vacating an alley adjacent to 467 West Main Street, vacating a right of way adjacent to 200 Old US 29 Highway, and amending the FY2022 budget for State of Good Repair Program funds in the amount of $1,493,298. No final decisions were made on these items; they were only scheduled for future consideration.

• Approved minutes of November 4 and 16, 2021 work sessions
• Agreed to place alley vacation at 467 West Main Street on upcoming business meeting
• Agreed to place right-of-way vacation at 200 Old US 29 Highway on upcoming business meeting
• Agreed to place FY2022 budget amendment for $1,493,298 State of Good Repair funds on upcoming business meeting

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority will consider approving the exterior design for a 30,000 square foot shell building at the Cyber Park project. Members will also review the continuation of legal counsel services with Christian & Barton, LLP. A closed session is scheduled to discuss prospective businesses and real property transactions.

• Continuation of Christian & Barton, LLP as legal counsel
• Exterior design approval for a 30,000 square foot shell building on Lot 10B
• Closed session discussions regarding prospective businesses and real property

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority held a special meeting and unanimously approved two resolutions: continuing Christian & Barton, LLP as legal counsel under a discounted blended hourly rate, and approving the exterior design of a 30,000-square-foot shell building on Lot 10B in the Cyber Park project. The board also held a closed session for confidential business discussions and certified compliance with Virginia's open meeting law.

• Approved Resolution 2021-12-17-5A continuing Christian & Barton, LLP as legal counsel (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12-17-5B approving exterior design of 30,000 sq ft shell building on Lot 10B, Cyber Park (4-0)
• Certified closed session compliance with Virginia FOIA (4-0)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review financial reports and staff updates from Economic Development. The meeting includes resolutions to authorize the acceptance of two property deeds from the City of Danville and approve additional costs for 500 Cane Creek Parkway.

• Resolutions to accept deeds for 439 Cedarbrook Drive and 1540 Halifax Road
• Resolution to approve $11,841.00 in additional expenditures with J.E. Burton Construction Company, Inc for 500 Cane Creek Parkway
• Resolution to authorize Cardno Inc. for an environmental assessment at White Mill Property up to $25,000.00

Airport Commission

The Danville Airport Commission will discuss the FY23 operating and capital budget. The agenda also includes updates on the Taxiway H Widening Project and a committee report regarding hangar rental increases.

• FY23 Operating and Capital budget review
• Taxiway H Widening Project Update
• Committee report regarding Personal Property Tax and Hangar Rental Increases
• Update on Capital Projects for February 2022 Virginia Aviation Board meeting

The Danville Regional Airport Commission approved the FY2023 capital and operating budgets, including a new maintenance technician position and a turbine blower. It also approved submitting grant applications for capital projects totaling $4,308,452 to the Virginia Department of Aviation. The commission recommended increasing hangar rental fees by 20% and the aircraft personal property tax rate from $0.30 to $0.69 per $100 assessed value. Additionally, the Sky Pilot Aero Club was approved to operate as a non-profit on the airfield, pending IRS approval.

• Approved FY2023 capital and operating budgets (unanimous)
• Approved submitting grant applications for capital projects totaling $4,308,452 (unanimous)
• Approved Sky Pilot Aero Club to operate as non-profit on airfield (unanimous)
• Recommended increasing hangar rental fees by 20% and aircraft personal property tax rate to $0.69/$100 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda modification to move voting items up (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on requests to convert existing buildings into multi-family dwellings and a zoning ordinance amendment regarding corner lots. The body will also consider a rezoning request to allow a triplex configuration on Jefferson Avenue.

• Special Use Permit PLSUP 2021-389 to convert a church at 305 West Main Street into a 4-5 unit dwelling
• Rezoning Application PLRZ2021-399 for 125 Jefferson Avenue from Neighborhood Commercial to Multifamily Residential for a triplex
• Zoning Ordinance amendment PLCA2021-415 to change corner lot yard definitions from two front yards to a front and street-side yard
• Special Use Permit PLSUP 2021-422 for a Planned Unit Development with multiple-family dwellings (withdrawn to a future date)

The Danville Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning at 125 Jefferson Avenue from Neighborhood Commercial to Multifamily Residential, allowing the building to be restored as a triplex. It also recommended approval of a zoning ordinance amendment changing corner lot yard requirements. A special use permit for a church conversion was postponed due to a discrepancy in unit count, and another special use permit was withdrawn.

• Recommended approval of rezoning PLRZ2021-399 for 125 Jefferson Ave (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning ordinance amendment PLCA2021-415 on corner lot yards (6-0)
• Postponed special use permit PLSUP2021-389 for Berean Bible Church conversion (6-0)
• Withdrawn from agenda: special use permit PLSUP2021-422 for CWC Holdings LLC
• Approved November 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 8, 2021 work session minutes (unanimous)

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission is reviewing several Certificate of Appropriateness applications. These include requests for new wall and projecting signs at various locations and a revised plan for student picnic shelters at 230 S Ridge Street. Staff recommendations for all presented items suggest approval in conformance with design guidelines.

• Revised outdoor seating and metal carports for student picnic shelters at 230 S Ridge Street
• Wall sign request at 401 Wilson Street
• Projecting sign request at 536 Craghead Street, Suite 200
• Front entry and signage improvements at 406 Cabell Street
• Wall sign request at 442 Main Street, Suite 100 A

Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Title VI Plan and procedures for approval. It will also receive updates on transit development, monthly ridership, and financial status. Additionally, capital projects for FY23 funding are up for consideration.

• Approval of Title VI Plan and Procedures
• Transit Development Plan Update
• Monthly Ridership Report
• Financial Report and Employment Status Update
• Capital projects for FY23 funding consideration

The Transportation Advisory Committee approved the FY2023 capital projects program totaling $949,846, including two 38-passenger buses, three 14-passenger buses, bus stop sign replacement, transfer center renovation, automated voice announce units, and a minivan. The committee also approved the Title VI Plan Update and the minutes from the September 23, 2021 meeting. No public comments were received.

• Approved FY2023 capital projects program totaling $949,846 (unanimous)
• Approved Title VI Plan and Procedures Update (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 23, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Danville City Council is considering an ordinance to impose a one percent additional general local sales tax and local use tax for school construction or renovation. The council will also review participation in a proposed settlement regarding opioid-related claims against several pharmaceutical companies. Other items include a special use permit for a family day care and various board appointments.

• Proposed 1% additional general local sales tax and local use tax for school construction or renovation
• Participation in the proposed settlement of opioid-related claims against McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, and Janssen
• Special Use Permit application for a family day care at 420 Van Buren Street
• Issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds
• Appointments to the Transportation Advisory Committee and Industrial Development Authority

The Danville City Council voted 4-4 to reject an ordinance aligning city elections with November general elections per state law, despite the city attorney's warning of legal consequences. The council approved a special use permit for a family day care, authorized general obligation bonds, and approved participation in an opioid settlement. Several other items, including the school sales tax ordinances and budget amendment, were introduced on first reading and will be considered later.

• Approved special use permit for family day care at 420 Van Buren St (8-0)
• Authorized issuance of general obligation public improvement and refunding bonds (8-0)
• Approved participation in opioid settlement with McKesson, Cardinal Health, et al. (7-1)
• Rejected ordinance moving city elections to November (4-4)
• Introduced ordinance for additional 1% sales tax for schools (first reading)
• Introduced ordinance for additional 1% local use tax for schools (first reading)
• Introduced budget amendment for bond proceeds (first reading)
• Approved appointments to Transportation Advisory Committee and Industrial Development Authority (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hear a presentation regarding the design of two new splash pads for the north and south parts of the city. One potential location identified for the northern pad is Third Avenue. A location for the southern pad has not yet been confirmed.

• Presentation on two new splash pads planned for 2022 construction
• Proposed northern splash pad location at Third Avenue
• Closed meeting discussion regarding real property acquisition and economic development

The Danville City Council agreed to locate the Southside splash pad at Doyle J. Thomas Park, with a Northside splash pad already planned for Third Avenue. Council also directed staff to plan for a larger splash pad at Ballou Park if funding allows. Appointments to several boards were recommended for a future agenda. The meeting included a closed session for property and economic development discussions.

• Selected Doyle J. Thomas Park for the Southside splash pad
• Directed staff to plan for a larger splash pad at Ballou Park if possible
• Recommended reappointments to Building Code Board of Appeals (Meder, Thomas), Fair Housing Board (Bailey), Planning Commission (Dodson, Petrick)
• Recommended appointment to Employee Retirement System (Dobbins)
• Held closed meeting for property acquisition and economic development discussions (8-0-1)

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will review September financial statements for its various utility funds. The meeting also includes discussions regarding natural gas and power supply information and FY2023 capital project requests.

• Review of September financial statements
• FY2023 Capital Project Requests
• Natural gas and power supply information

The Danville Utility Commission met December 6, 2021, with a quorum present. Members unanimously approved the minutes of the October 25, 2021 meeting. Staff presented utility financial statements and a briefing on natural gas and power supply, including market price influences. No other decisions were made.

• Approved the October 25, 2021 commission meeting minutes unanimously.

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review monthly financial reports and economic development updates. The board will consider resolutions to accept two property deeds from the City of Danville. Members will also vote on a construction expenditure increase and an environmental assessment contract.

• Acceptance of deed for 439 Cedarbrook Drive
• Acceptance of deed for 1540 Halifax Road
• $11,841.00 expenditure increase with J.E. Burton Construction Company, Inc for 500 Cane Creek Parkway
• Up to $25,000.00 environmental assessment at White Mill property by Cardno Inc.

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission meeting scheduled for November 22, 2021, has been canceled. A combined November and December meeting is scheduled to take place on December 6, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will review General Fund financial statements as of October 31, 2021. The council is also considering a moral obligation agreement with Virginia Community Capital for the construction of a shell building.

• Approval of a moral obligation agreement with Virginia Community Capital for shell building construction
• Review of General Fund financial statements as of October 31, 2021
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 19, 2021

The Danville City Council approved a resolution authorizing a moral obligation agreement with Virginia Community Capital for construction of a shell building, with a vote of 8-0-1 (Vogler absent). The council also reviewed the General Fund financial statements for October 2021, noting revenues and expenditures tracking well with budget. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational or procedural.

• Approved Resolution 2021-11.03 for moral obligation agreement with Virginia Community Capital (8-0-1)
• Approved minutes from October 19, 2021 regular meeting
• Reviewed General Fund financial statements as of October 31, 2021 (no action taken)

City Council

This meeting agenda consists of procedural items for a closed session. The council will meet privately to discuss a prospective business or industry related to economic development.

• Closed meeting regarding prospective economic development

The Danville City Council held a work session with no substantive public decisions. They agreed to place appointments for the Industrial Development Authority and Transportation Advisory Board on a future business agenda. Council then recessed into a closed meeting for personnel, real estate, and economic development discussions, and certified the closed session as lawful upon reconvening.

• Agreed to add appointments to the work session agenda (unanimous)
• Agreed to place appointments for Industrial Development Authority and Transportation Advisory Board on upcoming business agenda
• Recessed into closed meeting for personnel, real estate, and economic development discussions (8-0-1)
• Certified closed meeting complied with Virginia law (8-0-1)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review financial reports and economic development updates. The board is also considering resolutions for additional construction expenditures and a new environmental assessment.

• Acceptance of deed for 439 Cedarbrook Road (Parcel ID# 59803)
• Acceptance of deed for 1540 Halifax Road (Parcel ID# 74769)
• $11,841.00 additional expenditure with J.E. Burton Construction Company, Inc for 500 Cane Creek Parkway
• Up to $25,000.00 environmental assessment at White Mill property by Cardno Inc.

The Industrial Development Authority approved an amendment to a loan agreement and promissory note involving 123 South Union, LLC, Edward B. Walker, and the IDA. The board also approved the October 12, 2021 minutes and the financial report, and then recessed into closed session to discuss a prospective business and real property acquisition. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved financial report (5-0)
• Approved amendment to loan agreement and promissory note with 123 South Union, LLC (5-0)
• Recessed into closed session for business recruitment and real property discussions (5-0)
• Certified closed session complied with Virginia law (5-0)

Airport Commission

The Commission will receive updates regarding architectural design services for the terminal building renovation and the Taxiway H widening project. The meeting also includes discussions on hangar projects, fee adjustments for the FY23 budget, and FBO management.

• Architectural Design Services update for Terminal Building Renovation Project
• Taxiway H Widening Project update
• Hangar projects and fee adjustments for FY23 budget consideration
• Young Eagles Rally and Airport Open House update
• FBO Management update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission met on November 9, 2021, and took several actions. They approved the agenda as amended and the minutes from the previous meeting. They discussed the terminal building renovation project, including cost estimates and grant applications, and received updates on the Taxiway H widening project and hangar projects. No formal votes were taken on these items; the commission directed members to research hangar rental fees and property tax rates for a future report.

• Approved agenda as amended to include Sky Pilot Aero Club (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed terminal renovation; cost estimates to be submitted to state in December
• Discussed Taxiway H widening; APAC to do additional paving week of Nov 15
• Discussed hangar projects; Duncan and Hall to research fee increases for December
• No action on Young Eagles Rally date due to renovations

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority will review financial status reports as of October 31, 2021. The meeting also includes a report on new entrance signage at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. A closed session is scheduled to discuss prospective businesses and legal matters.

• Financial Status Reports as of October 31, 2021
• Report on new entrance signage at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR)

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved the October 31, 2021 financial report and unanimously voted to enter a closed session for discussions on prospective businesses, real estate, and legal matters. The board also directed staff to work with the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research on a proposal for new entrance signage, with final approval pending. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 31, 2021 financial report (4-0)
• Approved closed session motion for prospective businesses, real estate, and legal matters (4-0)
• Certified closed session compliance with Virginia FOIA (4-0)
• Directed staff to work with Institute on signage proposal for final board approval (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Danville Planning Commission held a work session to discuss the city-wide comprehensive plan update with consultant Kathleen Duffy from SmithGroup. No formal decisions were made; the session was dedicated to gathering input from commissioners on priorities such as housing, education, and economic development. The commission also discussed challenges like community trust and zoning issues.

• No formal decisions made; work session only

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit application for a family day care home. The body will decide whether to recommend approval, approval with conditions, or denial of the request to City Council.

• Special Use Permit Application PLSUP 2021-328 for a family day care home at 420 Van Buren Street

The Danville Planning Commission approved a Special Use Permit for a family day care home at 420 Van Buren Street, allowing care for up to 12 non-related children. They also voted to direct staff to review the zoning ordinance's definition of yards for corner lots, which currently treats side yards as front yards, requiring BZA approval for certain installations. The meeting included no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Special Use Permit PLSUP 2021-328 for family day care home at 420 Van Buren Street (6-0)
• Approved motion to direct staff to review and potentially change the definition of yards for corner lots (6-0)
• Approved minutes from October 12, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The Danville City Council will review the annual report from the Community Service Board. The council is also considering budget amendments for a Homeland Security grant and Comprehensive Services Act funds. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on enterprise zone amendments and a special use permit.

• $132,184.00 appropriation for a Department of Homeland Security grant
• $4,780,388 appropriation for Comprehensive Services Act funds
• Special Use Permit for Parcel #74131 on Williams Street
• Amendments to Enterprise Zone #1 and #57B boundaries

The Danville City Council approved the consent agenda, including budget amendments for a Homeland Security grant and Comprehensive Services Act funds, and granted a special use permit for an accessory building on Williams Street. The Council also authorized the City Manager to submit enterprise zone amendment applications for Zone #1 and Zone #57B. All votes were 8-0-1 with Vice Mayor Miller absent.

• Approved consent agenda including FY2022 budget amendments for Homeland Security grant ($132,184) and CSA funds ($4,780,388) (8-0-1)
• Granted special use permit 2021-344 for accessory building at Parcel #74131 on Williams Street (8-0-1)
• Authorized City Manager to submit enterprise zone amendment application for Zone #1 (8-0-1)
• Authorized City Manager to submit enterprise zone amendment for incentives in Zone #57B (8-0-1)

City Council

The meeting includes procedural items such as approving minutes from the October 7, 2021, work session. The agenda also features program and economic development updates. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property acquisitions and prospective business developments.

• Approval of October 7, 2021, work session minutes
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition
• Closed meeting regarding prospective business or industry updates

The Danville City Council held a work session where they approved the October 7, 2021 minutes. They received updates on a Green Street property agreement, economic development projects including the Lou's Antiques building, and discussed splash park sites. The council then entered a closed meeting to discuss real property and economic development matters, and certified the closed meeting as compliant with Virginia law.

• Approved minutes of October 7, 2021 work session (unanimous)
• Entered closed meeting for real property and economic development discussions (8-0-1)
• Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia FOIA (7-0-2)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission is reviewing requests for architectural changes to properties within the Old West End. These include a privacy wall at 936 Main Street and a retaining wall at 864 Pine Street. The review ensures all proposed work meets historic district guidelines.

• Privacy wall installation at 936 Main Street
• Rear roof construction change at 870 Pine Street
• Front yard retaining wall installation at 864 Pine Street

The Commission of Architectural Review denied a certificate of appropriateness for a privacy fence at 936 Main Street due to contradictory descriptions, and approved a retaining wall at 864 Pine Street. It also approved roof changes and a window removal at 1020 Main Street. All decisions were unanimous.

• Denied Certificate of Appropriateness 2021-225 for privacy fence at 936 Main Street (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness 2021-375 for retaining wall at 864 Pine Street (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness 2021-373 for rear roof construction at 1020 Main Street (7-0)
• Approved removal of rear window at 1020 Main Street (7-0)
• Approved August 26, 2021 minutes with correction (unanimous)

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will review August financial statements for its various utility funds. The meeting also includes an update on the five-year strategic plan and a discussion regarding water and wastewater services for Berry Hill Industrial Park.

• Review of August utility financial statements
• Update on Danville Utilities Five-Year Strategic Plan
• Discussion of Berry Hill Industrial Park water and wastewater services

The Danville Utility Commission met on October 25, 2021, and approved the minutes from the September 27, 2021 meeting unanimously. Staff presented utility financial statements and an update on the five-year strategic plan (2020-2025), but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 27, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to review requests for zoning variances and a special exception. These requests involve accessory buildings, mechanical units, and the conversion of a residential property.

• Variance request for an accessory building at 1332 College Park Drive
• Variance request for a screened mechanical unit at 349 West Main Street
• Variance request for a mechanical unit at 414 Melrose Drive
• Special Exception request to convert a single-family dwelling into a duplex at 407 Industrial Avenue

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved all four requests on the agenda, each by a 6-0 vote: variances for an accessory building, a generator, an air-conditioning unit, and a special exception to convert a single-family home to a duplex. The board also unanimously approved the July 15, 2021 minutes. No requests were denied or tabled.

• Approved variance PLVAR 2021-273 for accessory building at 1332 College Park Drive (6-0)
• Approved variance PLVAR 2021-317 for generator at 349 West Main Street (6-0)
• Approved variance PLVAR 2021-341 for air-conditioning unit at 414 Melrose Drive (6-0)
• Approved special exception PLVAR 2021-363 to convert dwelling to duplex at 407 Industrial Avenue (6-0)
• Approved July 15, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Council will review several budget amendments, including $1,245,901.00 for community improvement projects. They will also consider authorizing free bus service for the November 2, 2021 election. Other items include reviewing financial reports and solar panel installation appeals.

• $1,245,901.00 appropriation for community improvement projects via HUD funds
• Authorization of free bus service on Tuesday, November 2, 2021
• $126,897.00 for fire truck extrication equipment from a state grant
• Release of city liens on Jefferson Avenue and Loyal Street parcels
• Appeal regarding solar panel installations at 918 Green Street and 154 Chestnut Street

The Danville City Council voted 8-1 to affirm the Commission of Architectural Review's decision to approve rooftop solar panel installations at 918 Green Street and 154 Chestnut Street, rejecting an appeal from neighbors. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including budget amendments for HUD funds, a Homeland Security grant, and a juvenile justice grant, all by 9-0 votes. Additionally, the council approved free bus service on Election Day, a pole attachment franchise assignment, and the release of city-held liens on several properties.

• Affirmed CAR approval of solar panels at 918 Green St and 154 Chestnut St (8-1)
• Approved consent agenda including HUD budget amendment of $1,245,901 (9-0)
• Approved budget amendment for Homeland Security grant of $126,897 (9-0)
• Approved budget amendment for juvenile justice grant of $126,829 (9-0)
• Approved free bus service on November 2, 2021 (9-0)
• Approved assignment of pole attachment franchise to Zito Chatmoss LLC (9-0)
• Released city-held liens on Jefferson Ave and Loyal St parcels (9-0)
• Released city-held liens on Colquhoun St parcels (8-0-1)

City Council

The Danville City Council is reviewing proposals to change the boundaries of Enterprise Zone #1 and update incentives for both Zone #1 and Zone #57B. These amendments are intended to attract new capital investment and job creation. The council will also consider various appointments to local boards and commissions.

• Boundary amendments for Enterprise Zone #1
• Incentive updates for Enterprise Zones #1 and #57B
• Appointments to the Redevelopment and Housing Authority, River District Design Commission, and Airport Commission

The Danville City Council approved the minutes from the September 19, 2021 work session and tabled appointments to boards and commissions until a future session. Staff presented proposed amendments to Enterprise Zone #1 and incentives for Zones #1 and #57B, including acreage adjustments and revised incentive structures, but no formal action was taken on these proposals.

• Approved minutes of September 19, 2021 work session (unanimous)
• Tabled appointments to boards and commissions

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission will consider a request from Funky's Bar and Arcade regarding new signs at 315 B Lynn Street. The proposal includes a projecting sign and window signs. Staff recommends the commission approve the request.

• Signage request for Funky's Bar and Arcade at 315 B Lynn Street
• Proposed double-sided projecting sign not to exceed 16 square feet per side
• Window sign application for 315 B Lynn Street

The River District Design Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for Funky's Bar and Arcade at 315 B Lynn Street for a projecting sign and window signs, with stipulations that the projecting sign not exceed 16 square feet per side and only the word 'Funky's' be lit. The commission also agreed to allow a temporary holiday window campaign by the River District Association, subject to staff approval, and rescheduled the next meeting to November 10, 2021. The September 9, 2021 minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Funky's Bar and Arcade sign (5-0)
• Stipulated projecting sign max 16 sq ft per side, only 'Funky's' lit
• Allowed temporary holiday window campaign with staff approval
• Rescheduled next meeting to November 10, 2021
• Approved September 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority is considering a $2,875,000 joint loan with Pittsylvania County to construct a 30,000 square foot shell building in Cyber Park. The agenda also includes an amendment to a loan agreement for 123 South Union, LLC and holiday decoration authorization for the River District.

• $2,875,000 joint loan for a 30,000 square foot shell building in Cyber Park
• Ground lease for Cyber Park Lot 10(B) involving Danville and Pittsylvania authorities
• Loan agreement amendment for 123 South Union, LLC and Edward B. Walker
• Holiday decoration authorization for River District storefronts
• Special election for Secretary/Treasurer

The Danville Industrial Development Authority approved a resolution to jointly borrow $2,875,000 with the Pittsylvania County IDA to construct a 30,000-square-foot shell building in Cyber Park. The board also elected John Laramore as the new Secretary/Treasurer, approved the September meeting minutes and financial report, and authorized holiday storefront decorations in the River District. A loan amendment for 123 South Union, LLC was postponed, but a one-month grace period for the loan payoff was approved. The board then entered a closed executive session for discussions on a prospective business and real property acquisition.

• Elected John Laramore as Secretary/Treasurer (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Sept 14 and Sept 28 meetings (5-0)
• Approved financial report (5-0)
• Authorized River District Association to decorate storefronts for holidays (5-0)
• Postponed loan amendment for 123 South Union, LLC to next meeting
• Approved one-month grace period for 123 South Union loan payoff (5-0)
• Approved $2,875,000 joint loan with Pittsylvania County IDA for Cyber Park shell building (5-0)
• Approved ground lease for Cyber Park Lot 10(B) (5-0)

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority is considering resolutions to authorize new and supplemental easement agreements with Appalachian Power Company for the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill project. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a supplemental easement for the Cane Creek Centre project.

• Proposed 138kV transmission line easement at Southern Virginia Megasite
• Proposed relocation of a 69kV transmission line at Southern Virginia Megasite
• Proposed Cane Creek Centre easement with $35,000 per acre compensation
• Financial status reports as of September 30, 2021

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved four resolutions: two easement agreements with Appalachian Power for a new 138kV line and relocation of a 69kV line, a construction materials storage lease, and a supplemental right-of-way agreement. All votes were 4-0. The board also accepted the September financial report and entered closed session for confidential business discussions.

• Approved Resolution 2021-10-12-5A: easement for AEP 138kV line at Southern Virginia Megasite (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10-12-5B: supplemental easement for AEP 69kV line relocation (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10-12-5D: construction materials storage lease with AEP at $1,500/month for one year (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10-12-7A: supplemental right-of-way agreement with AEP, authorizing attorney to negotiate at $35,000/acre (4-0)
• Accepted financial status report as of September 30, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Entered closed session for confidential business discussions and certified compliance (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Special Use Permit Application PLSUP2021-344. The application requests permission for a 12' by 40' storage building or an accessory use without a primary building on Parcel ID# 74131.

• Special Use Permit Application PLSUP2021-344 for a 12' x 40' storage building

The Danville Planning Commission approved a special use permit (PLSUP2021-344) for a 12' by 40' storage building on Parcel ID# 74131, despite the building already being placed on the site. The applicant, Tonya Thomas, will need to apply for a building permit after the fact. The commission also discussed the upcoming Comprehensive Plan update and approved the September 13, 2021 minutes.

• Approved Special Use Permit PLSUP2021-344 for a 12' by 40' storage building (6-0)
• Approved minutes from September 13, 2021 (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss options for a new t-hangar building and receive updates on capital improvement projects. The agenda also includes a review of Airport and FBO Operations Manuals and the local capital budget process.

• Hangar facility options for new t-hangar building
• Update on capital improvement projects
• Local capital budget process for facility development
• Review of Airport and FBO Operations Manuals
• Young Eagles Rally and Airport Open House update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission approved a motion to recommend building a 4-unit T-hangar with a small box hangar, choosing this option over a 6-unit or a 3-unit with a larger box hangar. The commission also discussed capital projects, including a fuel farm expansion design grant application submitted to the state, and reviewed the airport operations manual. No action was taken on the local capital budget process, which will be discussed further during budget review.

• Approved the agenda for the October 12, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the minutes of the September 14, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Recommended building a 4-unit T-hangar with a small box hangar (motion by Phil Hall, seconded by Robert Jiranek).
• Discussed capital improvement projects, including a fuel farm expansion design grant application submitted to the state for the December 2, 2021 Virginia Aviation Board meeting.
• No action taken on the local capital budget process; further discussion deferred to budget review.
• Commission members were asked to review and mark up the Airport's Operational Manual for suggestions.
• FBO update provided; additional information to be given next month.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments and land use proposals. These include funding for community development, highway safety grants, and emergency management equipment. The agenda also includes property transfers and zoning changes.

• First reading of a $1,245,901 budget amendment for Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds
• Proposed $140,000 appropriation for emergency management shelter upgrades
• Consideration of rezoning 924 Arnett Boulevard to Highway Retail Commercial
• Proposed sale of Lee Street parcel #20792 for streetscaping
• Budget amendment for fire truck extrication equipment totaling $126,897

The Danville City Council approved a new zoning article for Planned Unit Developments, sold or transferred several city-owned properties, and granted special use permits for a community facility and a food pantry. It also approved budget amendments for state and federal grants and reappointed members to city boards. Several budget ordinances were introduced on first reading and will be considered for final adoption later.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-10.01 adding Article 17 'Planned Unit Developments' to zoning code (9-0)
• Approved sale of Parcel #20792 on Lee Street for streetscaping (9-0)
• Transferred 439 Cedarbrook Drive to Industrial Development Authority (9-0)
• Transferred 1540 Halifax Road to Industrial Development Authority (9-0)
• Granted special use permit for private community facility at 107 Walters Street (9-0)
• Granted special use permit for accessory building at 409 Arnett Boulevard (9-0)
• Denied rezoning, kept 924 Arnett Boulevard in OT-R district (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $18,570 DMV alcohol grant, $9,100 speed grant, $5,250 occupant protection grant, $140,000 emergency management grant (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering amendments to the boundaries and incentives for Enterprise Zone #1 and #57B to encourage capital investment and job creation. The agenda also includes the release of city-held liens on several parcels located on Jefferson Avenue, Loyal Street, and Colquhoun Street.

• Amending boundaries and incentives for Enterprise Zone #1 and #57B
• Authorizing the assignment of an existing Pole Attachment Franchise
• Release of city-held liens on Jefferson Avenue and Loyal Street parcels
• Release of city-held liens on Colquhoun Street parcels

The Danville City Council held a work session on October 7, 2021, approving the previous meeting's minutes. The Council tabled a proposal to amend Enterprise Zone #1 and its incentives, and agreed to place several items on upcoming business agendas, including a pole attachment franchise assignment, release of city-held liens on multiple parcels, and a moral obligation request for a $1.87M shell building project. The Council also received updates on a $500,000 grant for pedestrian bridge remediation and a community engagement event for the Schoolfield District master plan. The meeting concluded with a closed session for real property and economic development discussions, certified unanimously.

• Approved minutes of September 7, 2021 work session (9-0)
• Tabled amendment to Enterprise Zone #1 and incentives
• Agreed to place pole attachment franchise assignment on upcoming agenda
• Agreed to place release of liens on Jefferson Avenue and Loyal Street parcels on upcoming agenda
• Agreed to place release of liens on Colquhoun Street parcels on upcoming agenda
• Agreed to place moral obligation request for $1.87M shell building on upcoming agenda
• Held closed meeting for real property and economic development discussions (9-0)
• Certified closed meeting compliance (9-0)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority is reviewing resolutions involving River District Development, LLC and the City of Danville. These items include a grant agreement amendment, a lease agreement, and a real estate purchase option for Acree’s Warehouse and 317 & 319 Craghead Street.

• Third amendment to a grant agreement with River District Development, LLC
• Lease agreement involving the IDA, City of Danville, and River District Development, LLC
• Real estate purchase option for Acree’s Warehouse and 317 & 319 Craghead Street

The Industrial Development Authority of Danville approved three resolutions related to River District Development, LLC: a third amendment to a grant agreement, a lease agreement, and a real estate purchase option agreement for Acree's Warehouse and 317 & 319 Craghead Street. All resolutions passed unanimously with four ayes (Morris, Laramore, Reynolds, Barker). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved third amendment to grant agreement with City and River District Development (4-0)
• Approved lease agreement with River District Development, City joining (4-0)
• Approved real estate purchase option agreement for Acree's Warehouse and 317 & 319 Craghead Street (4-0)

Danville Utility Commission

The commission will review the July financial statements for wastewater, water, gas, electric, and telecom funds. The agenda also includes an update on capital projects across all funds. Additionally, members will hear reports from the City Manager and utility staff.

• Review of July financial statements
• Update on capital projects for all funds
• Review of August 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Reports from the City Manager and utility staff

The Danville Utility Commission met on September 27, 2021, and approved the minutes from the August 23, 2021 meeting. Staff presented July utility financial statements and an update on capital projects, but no substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved August 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Transportation Advisory Committee will hold elections for committee officers and introduce Mass Transit’s new Division Director, Eric Wright. The meeting includes updates on monthly ridership, financial reports, and the FY22 Transit Development Plan.

• Introduction of Eric Wright, new Mass Transit Division Director
• Election of Committee Officers
• FY22 Transit Development Plan Update
• Monthly Ridership Report Update
• Discussion regarding 2022 Black History Bus Wrap

The Danville Transportation Advisory Committee approved the April 2021 minutes and elected John Moody as chairperson and Anna Kautzman as vice-chairperson. They reviewed ridership and financial reports, discussed a new bus operator mentor program, and considered future transit planning items. A motion to install a new Black History bus wrap in 2022 failed for lack of a second.

• Approved April 29, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected John Moody as chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Anna Kautzman as vice-chairperson (unanimous)
• Motion to install 2022 Black History bus wrap failed (no second)

City Council

The City Council will review several budget amendments, including grants for aviation promotion and the arts. The agenda also includes discussions regarding transportation improvements and emergency management shelter upgrades.

• $660,000 for economic development incentives via the Tobacco Region Opportunity Fund
• $140,000 appropriation for Emergency Management Shelter equipment upgrades
• Lease agreements and grant amendments involving River District Development, LLC
• Resolutions supporting VDOT pedestrian improvements on Kemper Road and Richmond Boulevard
• Budget amendments for various DMV highway safety grants

The Danville City Council met on September 21, 2021, and approved the consent agenda (including budget amendments for aviation, arts, and economic development grants) and several resolutions, all by 9-0 votes. These resolutions included a third amendment to a grant agreement with River District Development and the IDA, a real estate purchase option for Acree's Warehouse and 317 & 319 Craghead Street, a lease agreement, and endorsements for transportation projects (Richmond Boulevard pedestrian access, Riverside Drive bridge replacement, Kemper Road sidewalks, and Piney Forest Road/Arnett Boulevard improvements). The council also canceled the October 5 meeting and scheduled a special meeting for October 7. Several budget amendments for state grants (DMV highway safety, Older American Act, and emergency management) were introduced for first reading and will lie over for final adoption.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and budget amendments for aviation, arts, and economic development grants (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09.02: Third amendment to grant agreement with River District Development and IDA (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09.03: Real estate purchase option for Acree's Warehouse and 317 & 319 Craghead Street (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09.04: Lease agreement between IDA, River District Development, and City (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09.05: Endorsing Richmond Boulevard pedestrian access (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09.06: Endorsing replacement of structure 1816 on Riverside Drive over Apple Branch (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09.07: Endorsing construction of Kemper Road sidewalks Phase 2 (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09.08: Endorsing pedestrian improvements at Piney Forest Road and Arnett Boulevard (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several property proposals, including the acceptance of a donated lot on Craghead Street to expand the River Walk trail. The session also includes the proposed sale of a vacant Lee Street lot and transfers of property to the Industrial Development Authority.

• Acceptance of land donation (Parcel #22179) on Craghead Street for the River Walk trail
• Sale of vacant lot (Parcel #20792) on Lee Street for $800.00
• Appointments to the Redevelopment and Housing Authority, River District Design Commission, and Airport Commission
• Transfer of 439 Cedarbrook Avenue to the Industrial Development Authority
• Transfer of 1540 Halifax Road to the Industrial Development Authority

The Danville City Council held a work session and agreed to place several items on an upcoming business agenda, including appointments to boards and commissions, acceptance of a parcel on Craghead Street, sale of a parcel on Lee Street, and transfers of properties to the Industrial Development Authority. The council tabled a proposal to amend Enterprise Zone #1 and its incentives to a future work session. No final votes were taken during this work session.

• Agreed to place board and commission appointments on upcoming agenda
• Agreed to place acceptance of parcel #22179 on Craghead Street on agenda
• Agreed to place sale of parcel #20792 on Lee Street on agenda
• Tabled amendment of Enterprise Zone #1 and incentives
• Agreed to place transfer of 439 Cedarbrook Avenue to IDA on agenda
• Agreed to place transfer of 1540 Halifax Road to IDA on agenda

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to consider two variance requests regarding property improvements. The board will also review minutes from the July 15, 2021 meeting.

• Variance Request PLVAR 2020-273: accessory building in south side yard at 1332 College Park Drive
• Variance Request PLVAR 2020-317: screened mechanical unit in west yard at 349 West Main Street

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review financial reports and economic development updates. The board will also consider resolutions regarding lease assignments, license renewals, and a loan agreement amendment.

• Renewal of license agreement with First Piedmont Corporation
• Amendment to loan agreement involving 123 South Union, LLC and Edward B. Walker
• Lease assignment for 312 Main Street and 310 Main Street to Southern Virginia Legal PLLC
• Renewal of lease agreement with Overfinch North America, Inc.

The Industrial Development Authority approved renewing the license agreement with First Piedmont Corporation and the lease with Overfinch North America, Inc., and approved assigning the lease for 312 Main Street, Suite 200 and 310 Main Street, Suite 300 to Southern Virginia Legal PLLC. The board also approved purchasing a .341-acre portion of 502 Craghead Street from Broadacre Holdings LLC. A resolution to amend a loan agreement with 123 South Union, LLC and Edward B. Walker was tabled. The board entered a closed meeting to discuss a prospective business and real property acquisition, then certified the closed session as lawful.

• Approved minutes of the August 10, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the financial report as presented by Finance Director Michael Adkins.
• Approved renewal of the license agreement with First Piedmont Corporation.
• Tabled the resolution to amend the loan agreement and promissory note with 123 South Union, LLC and Edward B. Walker.
• Approved assignment of the lease for 312 Main Street, Suite 200 and 310 Main Street, Suite 300 to Southern Virginia Legal PLLC.
• Approved renewal of the lease agreement with Overfinch North America, Inc.
• Approved entering a closed meeting to discuss a prospective business and real property acquisition, and certified the closed session as lawful.
• Approved purchase of a .341-acre portion of 502 Craghead Street, Parcel #21125, from Broadacre Holdings LLC.

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will receive updates on capital improvement projects and the Taxiway H construction site. The agenda also includes discussions regarding FBO management and a commission retreat.

• Update on capital improvement projects
• Tour of Taxiway H Construction site
• Young Eagles Rally and Airport Open House Update
• FBO Management Update
• Recognition of Joe Miller

The Danville Regional Airport Commission approved its agenda with an added item on an aircraft maintenance program and accepted the August 10, 2021 minutes as presented. Members received updates on capital projects, including a grant application for fuel farm expansion design, and discussed the upcoming Young Eagles Rally and Airport Open House, which may be cancelled if enough pilots are not available. The next retreat was set for September 30, 2021, and a visit to Shenandoah Valley Airport was scheduled for October 22, 2021 to inspect its maintenance facility.

• Approved the September 14, 2021 agenda with the addition of item F on an aircraft maintenance program.
• Accepted the minutes of the August 10, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Set the next Airport Commission Retreat for September 30, 2021.
• Scheduled a visit to Shenandoah Valley Airport on October 22, 2021 to inspect their maintenance facility.
• Heard that a grant application for fuel farm expansion design will be submitted this week.
• Noted that the Taxiway H widening project is ahead of schedule and construction began September 7.
• Discussed the possibility of cancelling the October 30 Young Eagles Rally if enough pilots are not available.
• Heard that the grand opening for AU Aviation Services is scheduled for October 26, 2021.

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority is considering a resolution to ratify a Local Performance Agreement with Tyson Foods, Inc. and Tyson Farms, Inc. This agreement involves establishing a food processing facility at the Cane Creek Centre Industrial Park in Pittsylvania County. The agenda also includes financial status reports and marketing updates for the Southern Virginia Megasite.

• Ratification of Local Performance Agreement with Tyson Foods, Inc. and Tyson Farms, Inc.
• Establishment of a food processing facility at Cane Creek Centre Industrial Park
• Review of Financial Status Reports as of August 31, 2021
• Report on Southern Virginia Megasite Marketing
• Discussion regarding the replacement of the Cane Creek Centre entrance sign

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority ratified the Local Performance Agreement with Tyson Foods for a 325,000 sq ft facility at Cane Creek Centre, with $295M investment and 376 jobs. The board also ratified a $279,339 local fund contribution to the VDOT Berry Hill Connector Road agreement. Financial reports were accepted, and the Southern Virginia Megasite marketing report was tabled to October.

• Ratified Tyson Foods Local Performance Agreement (4-0)
• Ratified VDOT Berry Hill Connector Road agreement with $279,339 local contribution (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 9 and August 25 meetings (4-0)
• Accepted financial status report as of August 31, 2021 (4-0)
• Tabled Southern Virginia Megasite marketing report to October meeting (4-0)
• Certified closed session compliance with Virginia FOIA (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss adding a Planned Unit Development (PUD) article to the Zoning Ordinance to allow more flexibility for mixed-use projects. The body will also review special use permits for a community facility and a church storage building.

• Proposed zoning amendment to add Article 17 for Planned Unit Developments (PLRZ2021-312)
• Special Use Permit for outdoor gathering space at 107 Walters Street (PLSUP2021-263)
• Special Use Permit for outreach supply storage building at 409 Arnett Boulevard (PLSUP2021-297)
• Rezoning of 924 Arnett Boulevard from Old Town Residential to Highway Retail Commercial (PLRZ2021-255)
• Review of Final Major Subdivision Plat for five lots on Seminole Drive (PLMAJP 2021-325)

The Danville Planning Commission recommended approval of a special use permit for an outdoor gathering space at 107 Walters Street with conditions, approved a special use permit for a 24/7 food distribution building at 409 Arnett Boulevard, and recommended approval of a new Planned Unit Development ordinance. It denied a rezoning request for 924 Arnett Boulevard after the applicant failed to appear for a second time. The commission also approved a final subdivision plat for five lots on Seminole Drive.

• Approved SUP PLSUP2021-263 for 107 Walters Street with conditions (7-0)
• Approved SUP PLSUP2021-297 for 409 Arnett Boulevard (7-0)
• Approved rezoning PLRZ2021-312 to add Planned Unit Development article (7-0)
• Denied rezoning PLRZ2021-255 for 924 Arnett Boulevard (5-2)
• Approved final subdivision plat PLMAJP 2021-325 for five lots on Seminole Drive (7-0)
• Approved minutes from August 9, 2021 (unanimous)

River District Design Commission

The commission is reviewing several Certificate of Appropriateness requests for properties in the River District. These include window graphics at 410 Lynn Street, roof shingle replacements at 204 Boatwright Avenue, and an awning replacement at 209 Main Street.

• Window graphics request for River City Tans at 410 Lynn Street
• Roof shingle replacement at 204 Boatwright Avenue
• Awning replacement at 209 Main Street

The River District Design Commission approved three certificates of appropriateness: window graphics for River City Tans, roof shingle replacement for Piedmont Credit Collections, and an awning replacement for Aeolian Products. The August 12, 2021 minutes were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD2021-282 for window graphics at 410 & 412 Lynn Street (6-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD2021-318 for roof shingle replacement at 204 Boatwright Avenue (5-0-1, Lackey abstained)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD2021-319 for awning replacement at 209 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved August 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several rezoning requests and budget amendments. These include changes to residential zoning on American Legion Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue. The council will also consider grant agreements for aviation awareness, the arts, and economic development.

• Rezoning 180 American Legion Boulevard to Multifamily Residential District
• Rezoning 212 Jefferson Avenue to Multifamily Residential District
• Ordinance amending zoning regulations regarding short-term rentals
• $660,000 for economic development incentives via Tobacco Region Opportunity Fund
• $15,000 appropriation for aviation promotion at Danville Regional Airport

The Danville City Council approved two rezoning requests, changing 180 American Legion Boulevard and 212 Jefferson Avenue to multifamily residential districts, and amended the zoning ordinance regarding short-term rentals. It also authorized acceptance of a state aviation grant and introduced several budget amendments on first reading, including for aviation promotion, arts, and economic development incentives.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-09.01 rezoning 180 American Legion Boulevard from T-R to M-R (9-0).
• Approved Ordinance 2021-09.02 rezoning 212 Jefferson Avenue from OT-R to M-R (9-0).
• Approved Ordinance 2021-09.03 amending the zoning ordinance regarding short-term rentals (9-0).
• Approved Resolution 2021-09.01 authorizing the City Manager to accept a Virginia Department of Aviation grant for aviation awareness at Danville Regional Airport (9-0).
• Introduced on first reading Ordinance 2021-09.04 amending the FY2022 budget for a $15,000 aviation grant (including $7,500 local share).
• Introduced on first reading Ordinance 2021-09.05 amending the FY2022 budget for a $9,500 Virginia Commission for the Arts grant.
• Introduced on first reading Ordinance 2021-09.06 amending the FY2022 budget for $660,000 in economic development incentives from the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission.
• Approved minutes from the August 5, 2021 regular meeting as presented.

City Council

The council will consider resolutions of support for Virginia Department of Transportation funds for fiscal years 2023 through 2028. The meeting also includes an economic development update and a closed session regarding real property.

• Resolutions of Support for VDOT Project Funds (FY 2027 and FY 2028)
• Resolutions of Support for VDOT Transportation Alternative Program Funds (FY 2023 and FY 2024)
• Economic development update
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition

The Danville City Council held a work session and agreed to place two sets of VDOT funding resolutions on upcoming agendas: one for Revenue Sharing funds for FY2027-2028 covering Richmond Boulevard pedestrian access and Riverside Drive culvert replacement, and another for Transportation Alternative Program funds for FY2023-2024 for Kemper Road sidewalks and Piney Forest Road pedestrian improvements. The council also approved the August 5, 2021 minutes and held a closed meeting to discuss property acquisition and economic development, certifying the closed session as lawful. No final votes were taken on the funding items, as they were only scheduled for future consideration.

• Approved minutes of August 5, 2021 work session (unanimous)
• Agreed to place VDOT Revenue Sharing resolutions for FY2027-2028 on upcoming agenda
• Agreed to place VDOT Transportation Alternative Program resolutions for FY2023-2024 on upcoming agenda
• Held closed meeting on property acquisition and economic development (7-0-2)
• Certified closed meeting as lawful (8-0-1)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is reviewing several requests for certificates of appropriateness. The agenda includes proposals for property demolitions, sign installations, and deck modifications. The commission will also hear appeals regarding roof-mounted solar panels.

• Demolition of the home at 142 Chestnut Street to be replaced with a new building
• Installation of wall and yard signs at 107 West Main Street
• Demolition of the home at 937+939 Green Street and land consolidation
• Installation of up to 50 QR code/Identity markers in the OWE historic district
• Appeals regarding roof-mounted solar panels at 918 Green Street and 154 Chestnut Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved three Certificates of Appropriateness: a wall and yard sign for Mount Vernon United Methodist Church (5-0), QR code/identity markers for the Old West End historic district (6-0), and a rear deck at 820 Green Street (6-0). It denied a fencing, gates, and marker request for the Old West End Commons (6-0) but then approved it as submitted (5-1) despite exceeding guidelines. Two demolition requests and a deck revision were withdrawn, and appeals of two solar panel decisions were noted.

• Approved COA 2021-293 for wall and yard signs at 107 West Main Street (5-0)
• Approved COA 2021-300 for up to 50 QR code markers in OWE historic district (6-0)
• Approved COA 2021-303 for 22'x10' rear deck at 820 Green Street (6-0)
• Denied COA 2021-295 for fencing/gates/marker at Old West End Commons (6-0)
• Approved COA 2021-295 as submitted despite exceeding guidelines (5-1)
• Withdrawn: COA 2021-062 (deck roof removal at 858 Pine Street)
• Withdrawn: COA 2021-298 (demolition at 142 Chestnut Street)
• Withdrawn: COA 2021-299 (demolition at 937+938 Green Street)

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved Resolution 2021-08-25-4A, authorizing a Local Performance Agreement for the Cane Creek Project. The agreement includes a land grant worth approximately $2,067,650 and an industrial enhancement grant of up to $10,344,160, provided as 70% tax rebates over 10 years. The company's identity was kept confidential until a future Governor's announcement. The vote was 3-0.

• Approved Resolution 2021-08-25-4A for Cane Creek Project Local Performance Agreement (3-0)
• Authorized land grant valued at approximately $2,067,650
• Authorized industrial enhancement grant up to $10,344,160 as 70% tax rebates for 10 years
• Corrected resolution to remove erroneous references to Pittsylvania County Industrial Development Authority

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority is considering a resolution to approve a Local Performance Agreement for an unnamed company interested in Cane Creek Centre Industrial Park. The agreement includes a land grant and tax rebates. Final execution depends on an announcement from the Governor's office.

• Land grant valued at approximately $2,067,650.00
• Industrial Enhancement Grant of up to $10,344,160.00 via 70% tax rebates for 10 years
• Approval of Local Performance Agreement form for Cane Creek Centre Industrial Park

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will review June financial statements, elect a chair and vice-chair, introduce new commissioner Steven Merricks, and receive an electric power supply update. The agenda also includes approval of the June 28 meeting minutes and a director's report. No major decisions are listed beyond routine items.

• Review of June 2021 utility financial statements
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Introduction of new Utility Commissioner Steven Merricks
• Electric Power Supply Update
• Approval of June 28, 2021 meeting minutes

The Danville Utility Commission elected Vanessa Cain as Chairman and Helm Dobbins as Vice Chairman, both unanimously. The commission approved the June 28, 2021 meeting minutes as amended, changing 'legislature' to 'legislation'. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a financial statement review and introduction of new commissioner Steven Merricks.

• Elected Vanessa Cain as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Helm Dobbins as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved June 28, 2021 minutes as amended (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including over $1 million for economic development incentives and $200,000 for land at Anglers Park. The agenda also includes appointments to various local boards and commissions.

• $1,025,000 for economic development incentives via state grants and loans
• $200,000 award from Virginia Outdoors Foundation to purchase 53.45 acres at Anglers Park
• Budget amendment for airport parking ramp and automobile lot design services
• Appointments to the Community Improvement Council and Commission of Architectural Review
• Adoption of a Citizen Participation Plan

The Danville City Council unanimously approved three budget amendments for FY2022, including $71,116 for aviation design, $200,000 for Anglers Park land purchase, and $1,025,000 for economic development incentives. The council also approved five appointments to city boards and commissions, adopted a Citizen Participation Plan, appointed deputy city clerks, and authorized the Virginia Abatement Fund MOU (8-0-1).

• Approved FY2022 budget amendment for $71,116 state aviation funding plus $17,779 local share (9-0)
• Approved FY2022 budget amendment for $200,000 Anglers Park land purchase (9-0)
• Approved FY2022 budget amendment for $1,025,000 economic development incentives (9-0)
• Approved appointments to Community Improvement Council, Commission of Architectural Review, and Community Services Board (9-0)
• Adopted Citizen Participation Plan (9-0)
• Appointed W. Clarke Whitfield Jr. and Amanda Allen as deputy city clerks (9-0)
• Authorized Virginia Abatement Fund and Settlement Allocation MOU (8-0-1)

River District Design Commission

The commission is reviewing two Certificate of Appropriateness requests for the River District. These include a proposal to build a parking lot for 410 Patton LLC and a request for a wall sign at 410 Lynn Street.

• Parking lot construction request (PLRDD2021-281)
• Wall sign request for River City Tans (PLRDD2021-282)

The commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for a parking lot at 410 Patton St, despite finding it did not meet design guidelines, because it would not adversely impact the district. It also approved a wall sign for River City Tans at 410 Lynn St with a size condition. The July 12 minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved parking lot certificate PLRDD2021-281 for 410 Patton LLC (5-0)
• Found parking lot PLRDD2021-281 does not meet guidelines (5-0)
• Approved wall sign certificate PLRDD2021-282 for River City Tans (5-0)
• Approved July 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will consider the sale of 200-204 N. Union Street to GLCS Danville, LLC for $126,000. The board will also review a resolution for painting work at the Commonwealth Machinery Building up to $4,500. Economic development staff updates are also scheduled.

• Sale of 200-204 N. Union Street to GLCS Danville, LLC for $126,000
• Painting at Commonwealth Machinery Building up to $4,500
• Economic development staff updates

The Industrial Development Authority approved the sale of 200-204 N. Union Street to GLCS Danville, LLC for $126,000, and authorized painting work at the Commonwealth Machinery Building for up to $4,500. The board also approved the July 13, 2021 minutes and the financial report. The meeting then recessed into a closed executive session for discussions on a prospective business and real property acquisition, and reconvened with a certification resolution.

• Approved sale of 200-204 N. Union Street to GLCS Danville, LLC for $126,000 (4-0)
• Authorized Blair Construction to paint three overhead doors and a canopy at Commonwealth Machinery Building, not to exceed $4,500 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved financial report (4-0)
• Recessed into closed executive session for business recruitment and property acquisition discussions (4-0)
• Adopted resolution certifying closed session compliance (4-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will receive progress updates on several airport infrastructure projects. These include the terminal building renovation and the fuel farm expansion. The commission will also discuss design services projects and taxiway H widening.

• Terminal Building Renovation Project Update
• Fuel Farm Expansion Project Update
• Design Services Projects and Taxiway H Widening Project Update
• Young Eagles Rally and Airport Open House Update
• FBO Management Update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission recommended adding one 20,000-gallon Jet A tank with a stand-alone pumping system to the fuel facility, based on a subcommittee's findings. The terminal building renovation project will be advertised for bid in late fall, with bids due by mid-January. The Commission also approved advertising for the September 11 Young Eagles Rally and Airport Open House, and scheduled a preconstruction meeting for the Taxiway H Widening Project on August 17.

• Recommended adding one 20,000-gallon Jet A tank with stand-alone pumping system (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Young Eagles Rally and Airport Open House (consensus)
• Scheduled preconstruction meeting for Taxiway H Widening Project on August 17, 2021
• Consensus to gut and expand south-side bathrooms in terminal renovation
• Consensus to select materials for pilot's shower and bathrooms before advertising bid

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority has a sparse agenda for its August 9, 2021 meeting. The board will approve minutes from the July 12, 2021 meeting and review financial status reports as of July 31, 2021. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss prospective businesses and legal matters.

• Approval of July 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Financial Status Reports as of July 31, 2021
• Closed session regarding prospective business interests

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved the July 31, 2021 financial status report as presented (4-0) and unanimously voted to recess into closed session to discuss prospective businesses, confidential records, real property acquisition/disposition, legal counsel, and contract awards. The authority certified the closed session complied with Virginia law upon returning to open session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 12, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Accepted financial status report as of July 31, 2021 (4-0)
• Held closed session for prospective business discussions and legal matters (4-0)
• Certified closed session complied with Virginia Freedom of Information Act (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three property rezoning applications and a proposal to update the city's short-term rental provisions. The body will also review the Planning Director's report and minutes from the July 12, 2021 meeting.

• Proposed update to Chapter 41, Article 2, Section Y of the Zoning Ordinance regarding short-term rentals
• Rezoning of 180 American Legion Boulevard to Multifamily Residential for a housing complex
• Rezoning of 924 Arnett Boulevard to Highway Retail Commercial
• Rezoning of 212 Jefferson Avenue to Multifamily Residential for a 6-plex
• Review of 18.56-acre site at 180 American Legion Boulevard

The Danville Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for 180 American Legion Boulevard from residential to multifamily, with a condition to lock the cul-de-sac for emergency use only. It also recommended approval of a rezoning for 212 Jefferson Avenue to multifamily and an ordinance amendment updating short-term rental regulations. A rezoning for 924 Arnett Boulevard was postponed to the next meeting.

• Recommended approval of rezoning PLRZ2021-246 for 180 American Legion Blvd to multifamily, with condition to lock cul-de-sac (7-0)
• Postponed rezoning PLRZ2021-255 for 924 Arnett Blvd to next meeting (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning PLRZ2021-259 for 212 Jefferson Ave to multifamily (7-0)
• Recommended approval of short-term rental ordinance amendment PLRZ2021-260 (7-0)
• Approved minutes from July 12, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The Danville City Council is reviewing several major financial and zoning items. This includes requests for special elections regarding school bonds and authorizing new general obligation bonds. The council will also consider budget amendments for aviation funding, park land acquisition, and economic development incentives.

• Requesting a special election for $141 million in General Obligation School Bonds
• Authorizing $16 million in General Obligation Bonds for capital projects
• Amending zoning ordinances for parking requirements and satellite dishes
• Budget amendment of $200,000 to purchase 53.45 acres at Anglers Park
• Allocating $1,025,000 for economic development incentives and grants

The Danville City Council approved two bond ordinances: one authorizing up to $16 million in general obligation bonds for capital projects, and another requesting a special election on $141 million in school bonds. The council also updated parking and satellite dish zoning rules, vacated two easements for solar development, and introduced three budget amendments for aviation, park land, and economic development incentives.

• Approved $16M general obligation bond ordinance (9-0)
• Approved $141M school bond referendum request (9-0)
• Adopted zoning update for parking and loading requirements (9-0)
• Adopted satellite dish zoning amendment (9-0)
• Approved abandonment of two easements for solar development (9-0)
• Approved resolution to reimburse expenditures with bond proceeds (9-0)
• Introduced budget amendment for $71,116 aviation funding plus $17,779 local share (first reading)
• Introduced budget amendment for $200,000 Anglers Park land purchase (first reading)

City Council

The council will receive a presentation on the design of two splash pads for the north and south parts of the city, with one location identified as Third Avenue. The meeting also includes an economic development update regarding a $500,000 grant for lead-based paint remediation at White Mill. Additionally, the council may convene in a closed meeting to discuss real property and economic development matters.

• Presentation on splash pad locations, including Third Avenue
• $500,000 VBAF grant for White Mill lead-based paint remediation
• Review of July 6, 2021, meeting minutes
• Closed meeting discussion regarding real property acquisition or disposition

The Danville City Council held a work session on August 5, 2021, where they discussed the placement of new neighborhood splash pads. Council members took a straw poll and agreed on the Third Avenue location for the Northside splash pad. For the Southside, staff presented options including Ballou, Cedarbrook, Hylton, and Pumpkin Creek, but no final decision was made; the Mayor requested staff bring back more information on Ballou Park and Doyle J. Thomas Park for further review. The Council also approved the minutes from the July 6, 2021 work session and agreed to put appointments to several boards on an upcoming business agenda.

• Approved minutes of July 6, 2021 work session as presented
• Agreed via straw poll on Third Avenue as Northside splash pad location
• Deferred Southside splash pad location decision; requested staff review of Ballou Park and Doyle J. Thomas Park
• Agreed to place appointments (Community Improvement Council, Commission of Architectural Review, Danville Pittsylvania Community Services Board) on upcoming business agenda
• Held closed meeting on real property acquisition, economic development, and legal matters (7-0-2)
• Certified closed meeting conducted in conformity with Virginia law (6-0-3)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Danville Commission of Architectural Review is considering several applications for alterations within the historic district. Proposed projects include installing solar panels, a privacy fence, and a paved driveway. The commission will also review a request to remove a magnolia tree and retaining walls.

• Privacy fence installation at 918 Main Street
• Solar panel installation at 918 Green Street
• Solar panel installation at 154 Chestnut Street
• Paved driveway installation at 842 Main Street
• Magnolia tree and retaining wall removal at 1002 Main Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved roof-mounted solar panels at 918 Green Street and 154 Chestnut Street after determining they would not adversely affect the neighborhood, despite objections about visibility from the street. A request for an 8-foot brick privacy fence at 936 Main Street was postponed until the owner provides more details. A paved driveway at 842 Main Street and removal of a magnolia tree and retaining wall at 1002 Main Street were also approved.

• Approved solar panels at 918 Green Street with all panels (4-0)
• Approved solar panels at 154 Chestnut Street (4-0)
• Postponed privacy fence request at 936 Main Street until owner provides exhibit (4-0)
• Approved paved driveway at 842 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved removal of magnolia tree and retaining wall at 1002 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved July 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing requests for large-scale bond issuances and property acquisitions. This includes a request for a special election regarding $141 million in school bonds and the purchase of 42.85 acres for substation expansion. The council will also consider budget amendments for airport maintenance.

• Requesting a special election for $141,000,000 in General Obligation School Bonds
• Authorizing up to $16,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for capital projects
• Purchasing 42.85 acres at 581 Long Circle for West Fork Substation expansion
• Granting deadline extensions to River District Development, LLC for certain properties
• Amending the FY 2022 budget for $120,000 in airport maintenance funds

The Danville City Council approved the purchase of 42.85 acres at 581 Long Circle for the expansion of the West Fork Substation, which will serve up to half of city and county customers and provide backup for the system. The council also canceled its August 3, 2021 regular meeting, rescheduling a special meeting for August 5, 2021, and granted a short-term extension of deadlines to River District Development, LLC for fire station and utility building properties. Consent agenda items, including the approval of June 15, 2021 minutes and a $120,000 airport maintenance appropriation, were approved. The council introduced ordinances for a $16,000,000 general obligation bond and a $141,000,000 school bond, both to be considered for final adoption later.

• Approved the purchase of 42.85 acres at 581 Long Circle for the West Fork Substation expansion (Resolution 2021-07.03).
• Canceled the August 3, 2021 regular meeting and scheduled a special meeting for August 5, 2021 (Resolution 2021-07.04).
• Granted a short-term extension of deadlines to River District Development, LLC for fire station and utility building properties (Resolution 2021-07.05).
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes from June 15, 2021 and a $120,000 airport maintenance appropriation.
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-07.10 authorizing up to $16,000,000 in general obligation bonds for capital projects (first reading).
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-07.11 requesting a special election for $141,000,000 in school bonds (first reading).

City Council

The City Council is considering a request to vacate two unused utility easements affecting four parcels in Pittsylvania County. This action aims to facilitate planned solar energy installations on the property. City staff determined that the city has no current or future need for these easements.

• Vacating two unused utility easements in Pittsylvania County
• Facilitation of solar energy installations on parcels 2465-48-3489, 2465-38-5051, 2465-47-5944, and 2465-28-4568
• Closed meeting discussions regarding legal counsel and real property acquisition or disposition

The Danville City Council held a work session on July 20, 2021, where members agreed to place the vacation of two unused city easements in Pittsylvania County on an upcoming business agenda. The council also received updates on the Caesars resort design preview and Riverside Drive construction. Council voted 8-0-1 to recess into a closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition/disposition, economic development, and legal advice, and later certified the closed meeting as compliant with Virginia law.

• Agreed to place the vacation of two unused city easements in Pittsylvania County on an upcoming business agenda.
• Voted 8-0-1 to recess into a closed meeting for real property, economic development, and legal consultation.
• Voted 8-0-1 to adopt a resolution certifying the closed meeting was conducted in accordance with Virginia law.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Danville Board of Zoning Appeals is considering two variance requests. One involves building a detached accessory building in the side yard at 209 Berman Road. The other proposes constructing a communications tower on City-owned property at 140 Withers Road.

• Variance request for an accessory building at 209 Berman Road
• Special exception request for a communications tower at 140 Withers Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for Ricky and Shelby Wharton to build a detached garage in the side yard at 209 Berman Road, and a special exception for the City of Danville to construct a communications tower at 140 Withers Road. Both were approved by 5-0 votes. The board also approved the minutes from March 18, 2021.

• Approved variance PLVAR 2021-210 for a detached accessory building in the side yard at 209 Berman Road (5-0).
• Approved special exception PLVAR 2021-228 for a communications tower on City-owned property at 140 Withers Road (5-0).
• Approved the minutes from the March 18, 2021 meeting (unanimous).

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will elect officers and review monthly financial reports. The board will also consider resolutions regarding property easements and new lease agreements.

• Easement for utility facilities at the new Police Department building (Parcel 60539)
• Lease agreements with Family of Hands, LLC for 527 Bridge Street, Suites 201 and 301
• Office space expansion for River District Association at 208 North Union Street

The Industrial Development Authority of Danville held its July 13, 2021 meeting, electing officers and approving several resolutions. The board approved a River District Association office expansion at 208 North Union Street, a permanent easement to the City for utility facilities for the new police department building, lease agreements with Family of Hands, LLC for two suites at 527 Bridge Street, and a short-term extension for River District Development's utilization deadlines. The board also entered executive session to discuss prospective business and real property matters, then reconvened and certified the closed session's compliance.

• Elected T. Neal Morris as Chairman, Russell D. Reynolds as Vice Chairman, and Richard L. Turner as Treasurer/Secretary (all by acclamation)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved financial report (6-0)
• Approved River District Association office space addition at 208 North Union Street (6-0)
• Approved permanent easement to City of Danville across parcel 60539 for utility facilities for new police building (6-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Family of Hands, LLC for 527 Bridge Street Suite 201 (6-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Family of Hands, LLC for 527 Bridge Street Suite 301 (6-0)
• Approved short-term extension of utilization deadlines for River District Development, LLC (6-0)

Airport Commission

The Danville Airport Commission will discuss updates regarding the terminal building renovation and fuel farm expansion. The meeting also includes planning for the Young Eagles Rally and an airport open house.

• Terminal Building Renovation Project Update
• Fuel Farm Expansion Project Update
• Design Services Project to Support Corporate Hangar Development update
• Young Eagles Rally and Airport Open House planning
• FBO Management Update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission elected Sid Allgood as chairman and Phil Hall as vice-chairman, and approved the agenda and minutes. They discussed the terminal building renovation project, considering starting construction in March 2022 instead of May to improve bidding, and reviewed cost estimates for a fuel farm expansion, deciding to gather more information. The commission also discussed plans for the Young Eagles Rally on September 11 and received updates on FBO operations.

• Elected Sid Allgood as chairman through June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Phil Hall as vice-chairman for another term (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda to include Maintenance Update (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed starting terminal renovation construction in March 2022 to improve bidding
• Decided to continue gathering information on fuel farm expansion options
• Scheduled Young Eagles Rally for September 11, 2021
• Decided fuel pricing info provided to Commission only by request

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority will consider a ground lease for 10.17 acres in the Cyber Park project to support a 30,000 square foot building and parking lot. The meeting also includes reports on services for the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill.

• Ground lease for 10.17 acres (Lot 10B) in Cyber Park
• Proposed 30,000 square foot building and parking lot
• Service report for Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill
• Financial status reports as of July 30, 2021

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved Resolution No. 2021-07-12-5A, authorizing negotiation of a ground lease with the City of Danville and Pittsylvania County IDAs for a 10.17-acre parcel (Lot 10B) in Cyber Park to construct a 30,000-square-foot shell building. The board also approved continuation of services with Dewberry for historical review and mitigation at Lots 1 and 2 of the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill, costing about $38,600. Financial status reports as of June 30, 2021, were accepted, and the board entered closed session for legal and business discussions, later certifying compliance with Virginia law.

• Approved Resolution No. 2021-07-12-5A authorizing negotiation of a ground lease for Lot 10B (10.17 acres) to construct a 30,000 sq ft shell building, with IDAs responsible for parking lot and driveway, and option to purchase after September 1, 2022 for $1,000.
• Approved continuation of services with Dewberry for Lots 1 and 2 at Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill for historical review and mitigation, funded half by Tobacco Commission grant and half by RIFA funds, total about $38,600.
• Approved minutes of the June 14, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Accepted financial status reports as of June 30, 2021, including receipt of $4.5M loan proceeds from Tobacco Commission Resources Authority and expenditures for AEP line relocation, Dewberry, and Haymes Brothers.
• Recessed into closed session for discussions on prospective businesses, proprietary records, real property acquisition/disposition, legal advice, and contract award, then returned to open session and certified compliance with Virginia law.

Planning Commission

The Danville Planning Commission is reviewing two proposed text amendments to the city's Zoning Ordinance. The first involves updating parking and loading requirements, including electric vehicle parking. The second proposes new regulations for satellite dishes based on whether they are larger or smaller than three feet.

• Text Amendment PLRZ2021-223: updates to parking and loading requirements
• Rezoning Text Amendment PLRZ2021-224: new regulations for satellite dishes

The Danville Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval of two text amendments to the city's zoning ordinance. The first amendment updates and reorganizes Article 8 on parking and loading requirements, including new electric vehicle parking standards. The second amendment updates regulations for satellite dishes, distinguishing between those larger and smaller than 3 feet in diameter. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of Text Amendment PLRZ2021-223, updating Article 8 on parking and loading requirements, by a 4-0 vote.
• Recommended approval of Text Amendment PLRZ2021-224, updating satellite dish regulations, by a 4-0 vote.
• Approved the minutes from the June 7, 2021 meeting by unanimous vote.

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission is reviewing three applications for certificates of appropriateness. These include requests for exterior lighting, wall signs, and window graphics.

• 15” address numerals and exterior lighting at 510 Spring Street
• Vinyl “leasing now” wall sign at 618 Craghead Street
• Window graphics and wall signs at 525 Main Street

The River District Design Commission approved three Certificates of Appropriateness for exterior changes to downtown Danville properties, all by 4-0 votes. The approvals cover address numerals and lighting at 510 Spring Street, a leasing sign at 618 Craghead Street, and window graphics and wall signs at 525 Main Street. The commission also approved the June 10, 2021 minutes unanimously.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD2021-230 for 15-inch address numerals and exterior lighting at 510 Spring Street (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD2021-231 for a vinyl 'leasing now' exterior wall sign at 618 Craghead Street (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD2021-232 for window graphics and wall signs at 525 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved June 10, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is reviewing two requests for property changes on Pine Street. One request involves restoring 870 Pine Street, while the other proposes a new deck and storage addition at 832 Pine Street. Staff recommends postponing action on the 870 Pine Street project until required architectural drawings are submitted.

• Restoration of 870 Pine Street (Request 2020-268)
• New rear deck and storage addition at 832 Pine Street (Request 2021-206)

The Commission of Architectural Review approved a revised Certificate of Appropriateness for the restoration of 870 Pine Street, including the use of composite decking on the rear deck, and approved a separate request for a new rear deck and storage room addition at 832 Pine Street. Both approvals were unanimous 5-0 votes. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 25, 2021 meeting.

• Approved revised Certificate of Appropriateness 2020-268 for 870 Pine Street restoration (5-0)
• Approved use of composite decking on rear deck at 870 Pine Street (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness 2021-206 for new rear deck and storage room addition at 832 Pine Street, with vinyl siding changed to wood (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 25, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Danville City Council is reviewing several rezoning requests and special use permits. The agenda includes updates to the zoning ordinance regarding cannabis facilities and contractor establishments. The council will also consider budget amendments for airport maintenance.

• Rezoning 1100 West Main Street to Casino Entertainment District
• $120,000 budget amendment for airport maintenance funds
• Adding a definition for Cannabis Dispensing Facility to the zoning ordinance
• Special Use Permit for a duplex at 346 Virginia Avenue
• Rezoning 816 West Main Street to Highway Retail Commercial

The Danville City Council approved a rezoning of 1100 West Main Street to a Casino Entertainment District for Caesars Virginia, and amended the zoning ordinance to add a definition for medical cannabis dispensing facilities. It also granted special use permits for a duplex, a family day care home, and a day care center, and approved two other rezoning requests. All votes were 9-0 except for one 8-0-1 vote with an abstention.

• Approved rezoning 1100 West Main Street to Casino Entertainment District (9-0)
• Approved zoning amendment adding medical cannabis dispensing facility definition (9-0)
• Approved special use permit for duplex at 346 Virginia Avenue (8-0-1, Buckner abstained)
• Approved special use permit for family day care home at 259 Guilford Street (9-0)
• Approved special use permit for day care center at 145 Franklin Turnpike (9-0)
• Approved rezoning 1083 Franklin Turnpike to Conditional TO-C (9-0)
• Approved rezoning 816 West Main Street to HR-C (9-0)
• Approved zoning amendment allowing contractor's establishments in HR-C (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering the purchase of 42.85 acres at 581 Long Circle for up to $180,000. This acquisition would expand the West Fork Substation footprint and add a fourth AEP delivery point. The expansion is intended to increase utility reliability and switching capabilities.

• Purchase of 42.85 acres at 581 Long Circle for up to $180,000
• Expansion of the West Fork Substation footprint
• Addition of a fourth AEP delivery point

The Danville City Council agreed to place the purchase of property for the West Fork substation expansion on a future business agenda. The council also received updates on a $500,000 state grant for White Mill lead paint remediation and upcoming economic development fund appropriations. The meeting included a closed session for property and economic development discussions, certified as compliant with Virginia law.

• Approved minutes of June 1, 2021 work session (9-0)
• Agreed to place West Fork substation property purchase on business agenda
• Held closed meeting for property acquisition and economic development discussions (9-0)
• Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia FOIA (9-0)

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will review April financial statements and discuss proposed energy efficiency rebate measures for fiscal years 2022 and 2023. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the West Fork Substation property acquisition.

• Proposed Energy Efficiency rebate measures for FY22 and FY23
• West Fork Substation Property Acquisition-AEP 4th Delivery Point
• AMP Scholarship Award Presentation
• Review of Utilities’ Financial Statements

The Danville Utility Commission approved new and modified energy efficiency rebates for fiscal years 2022-2023, including raising the HVAC tune-up rebate from $55 to $75, adding rebates for hybrid electric/natural gas HVAC and natural gas furnaces, and adding an electric vehicle charger rebate for FY2023. The commission also unanimously recommended that City Council purchase 42.85 acres adjacent to the West Fork substation for $180,000 plus closing costs to allow for a fourth AEP delivery point. The May 24, 2021 meeting minutes were approved as presented.

• Approved the May 24, 2021 commission meeting minutes unanimously.
• Approved the proposed energy efficiency rebate changes for FY22 and FY23 as presented, including raising the HVAC tune-up rebate to $75 and adding new rebates for hybrid HVAC, natural gas furnaces, and electric vehicle chargers.
• Recommended to City Council the purchase of 42.85 acres adjacent to the West Fork substation for $180,000 plus closing costs for substation expansion and a new AEP delivery point.

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission is reviewing two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness on Pine Street. Staff recommends postponing action on 870 Pine Street until required architectural drawings are provided. For 832 Pine Street, staff recommends approval contingent on the use of specific construction materials.

• Postponement recommendation for restoration at 870 Pine Street due to missing site and architectural plans
• Proposed rear deck and storage room addition at 832 Pine Street
• Staff recommendation regarding material requirements for 832 Pine Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss proposed amendments to Article 8 of the zoning ordinance. The discussion focuses on updating off-street parking, loading requirements, and construction standards for various land uses.

• Proposed amendments to Article 8 - Parking and Loading Requirements
• New standards for off-street parking construction and maintenance
• Updated dimensions for parking space layouts
• Revised parking space counts for residential, commercial, and industrial uses

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including $29,142,851 in American Rescue Plan funds and $740,000 for River Front Park development. The agenda also includes a review of General Fund financial results through May 31, 2021. Additionally, the council will discuss changes to personnel regulations and a HUD action plan.

• $29,142,851 budget amendment for American Rescue Plan funds
• $740,000 award for River Front Park development
• Submission of a One Year Action Plan to HUD
• Changes to City Personnel System Regulations
• Federal aviation funding for Danville Regional Airport taxiway rehabilitation

The Danville City Council unanimously approved a consent agenda that included a $29,142,851 budget amendment for American Rescue Plan funds and a $740,000 amendment for River Front Park development. The council also approved resolutions authorizing a HUD One Year Action Plan, a moral obligation agreement with American National Bank, and a support agreement with the Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority. An ordinance for additional federal aviation funding for the Danville Regional Airport was introduced on first reading to lie over for final adoption.

• Approved $29,142,851 in American Rescue Plan funds (Ordinance 2021-06.04)
• Approved $740,000 for River Front Park development (Ordinance 2021-06.03)
• Approved Resolution 2021-06.16 authorizing submission of a One Year Action Plan to HUD
• Approved Ordinance 2021-06.05 amending the City's Personnel System Regulations
• Approved Resolution 2021-06.17 authorizing a moral obligation agreement with American National Bank
• Approved Resolution 2021-06.18 approving a support agreement with the Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority
• Introduced on first reading Ordinance 2021-06.06 for additional federal aviation funding for the Danville Regional Airport

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority is reviewing performance agreements that provide incentives for companies at the Cyber Park and Cane Creek Centre projects. The agenda also includes a $4.5 million revenue bond proposal and updates to authority bylaws regarding expense authorization.

• Incentive agreement with Making Everything Possible, LLC including a $250,000 grant
• Local Performance Agreement with Walraven Inc. for Cane Creek Centre
• Revenue bond issuance up to $4,500,000 for the Transmission Line Project
• Engineering proposal from Dewberry Engineers Inc. for $42,750
• Bylaw revision allowing expenses up to $50,000 per item

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved a $4.5 million revenue bond to relocate a 69kV AEP transmission line at the Southern Virginia Megasite, with a June 22 closing target. The board also approved a local performance agreement with Making Everything Possible, LLC for a $6.4M manufacturing project in Cyber Park, and a similar agreement with Walraven Inc. for a $7.15M investment at Cane Creek Centre. Additionally, the board approved a forbearance agreement for Harlow Fastech's TROF loan, pushing its first payment to February 2024, and adopted a new logo, revised bylaws, and procurement guidelines.

• Approved $4.5M revenue bond for transmission line project (4-0)
• Approved local performance agreement with Making Everything Possible, LLC (4-0)
• Approved local performance agreement with Walraven Inc. (4-0)
• Approved forbearance agreement for Harlow Fastech TROF loan (3-1)
• Adopted new Authority logo (4-0)
• Revised bylaws to allow joint City/County expenditures up to $50K per item, $100K monthly (4-0)
• Approved procurement guidelines (4-0)
• Approved $42,750 engineering proposal with Dewberry for Lot 7D (4-0)

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission is reviewing several Certificate of Appropriateness requests. These include window signs for businesses on Loyal Street and N Union Street, as well as metal carports for Danville Public Schools.

• Window sign request at 528 Loyal Street
• Window sign request at 208 N Union Street
• Two 24' by 24' metal carports for student picnic shelters at 230 S Ridge Street

The commission approved three certificates of appropriateness: a window sign for Truly Blessed Outreach Center, a window sign for Temptations Gourmet, and metal carports for Danville Public Schools' picnic shelters. The carports were approved with conditions for final design approval and landscaping. The May 13, 2021 minutes were also approved.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD2021-202 for a window sign at 528 Loyal Street (Truly Blessed Outreach Center) by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD2021-203 for a window sign at 208 N Union Street (Temptations Gourmet) by a 5-0 vote.
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD2021-203 for two 24' by 24' metal carports at 230 S Ridge Street (Danville Public Schools) by a 4-1 vote, subject to final design approval and landscaping.
• Approved the May 13, 2021 meeting minutes by unanimous vote.

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will consider several resolutions regarding contracts and loans. These include environmental remediation for a pedestrian bridge and property up-fits at 500 Cane Creek Parkway. The board will also review financial reports and economic development updates.

• $1,087,140 contract for Dan River Mills Pedestrian Bridge environmental remediation
• $956,250 loan from American National Bank & Trust for 1350 Barker Road
• $184,575 contract for up-fits at 500 Cane Creek Parkway
• $15,000 contract for 231 Main Street conceptual renderings
• Lot line adjustment between 521 Bridge Street and 527 Bridge Street

The Industrial Development Authority of Danville approved all resolutions on the agenda, including a $1,087,140 contract with WACO, Inc. for environmental remediation of the Dan River Mills pedestrian bridge, a $15,000 contract with Moore Architectural for a conceptual rendering of 231 Main Street, and a $184,575 contract with JE Burton Construction for up-fits to 500 Cane Creek Parkway. The board also authorized loans from American National Bank & Trust ($956,250) and American National Bank ($672,000), a cash collateral agreement with Virginia Small Business Financing Authority ($268,800), a lease purchase agreement with Walraven for 500 Cane Creek Parkway, a lot line adjustment between 521 and 527 Bridge Street, and a letter of intent with Rick Barker Properties for Phase II development of the White Mill Building. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except for the letter of intent, where Kristen Barker abstained.

• Approved $1,087,140 contract with WACO, Inc. for environmental remediation of Dan River Mills pedestrian bridge (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 contract with Moore Architectural for conceptual rendering of 231 Main Street (6-0)
• Approved $184,575 contract with JE Burton Construction for up-fits to 500 Cane Creek Parkway (6-0)
• Approved $956,250 loan from American National Bank & Trust to refinance purchase of 1350 Barker Road (6-0)
• Approved $672,000 loan from American National Bank (6-0)
• Approved $268,800 cash collateral agreement with Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (6-0)
• Approved lease purchase agreement with Walraven for 500 Cane Creek Parkway (6-0)
• Approved letter of intent with Rick Barker Properties for Phase II development of White Mill Building (5-0-1, Barker abstained)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will receive updates regarding the terminal building renovation and the fuel farm expansion projects. The meeting also includes status reports on Runway 13/31 and south ramp rehabilitation.

• Terminal building renovation subcommittee update
• Fuel farm expansion and self-fuel facility subcommittee update
• Runway 13/31 and south ramp rehab project status
• Establishment of a nominating committee for officers
• General Aviation Inc. Fuel Report Update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission reviewed plans for terminal building renovations and discussed the fuel farm expansion and self-fuel facility project. It was decided that the fuel farm subcommittee would meet with the FBO manager and a consultant to finalize recommendations. The commission also noted that Averett University will assume FBO management on July 1, 2021, and that the Runway 13/31 rehabilitation project will begin in July 2022.

• Approved agenda for June 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 11, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Noted Averett University will assume FBO management effective July 1, 2021
• Decided fuel farm subcommittee will meet with John Earl and Brian Salyers to finalize recommendations
• Determined no nominating committee needed for officer elections; election to be held July 13
• Noted Runway 13/31 rehabilitation project to begin July 2022, financed with local funds
• Anticipated FAA grant for south ramp design to be executed in early July

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning and special use permit applications. Key items include a proposal for a casino and entertainment resort and a request to permit cannabis dispensing facilities in certain districts.

• Rezoning of 1100 West Main Street to Casino Entertainment District for a casino and entertainment resort
• Proposed zoning amendment to define and permit Cannabis Dispensing Facilities in Neighborhood Retail Commercial Districts
• Rezoning of 1083 Franklin Turnpike to Transitional Office for a real estate office
• Rezoning of 816 West Main Street to Highway Retail Commercial
• Special Use Permits for a duplex at 346 Virginia Avenue and day care facilities at 259 Guilford Street and 145 Franklin Turnpike

The Danville Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for a Caesar's Virginia casino and entertainment resort at 1100 West Main Street, and also recommended approval of several other rezoning and special use permit applications. A special use permit for a family day care home was denied after the applicant was absent for a second time. The commission also recommended approval of a zoning text amendment to allow cannabis dispensing facilities in a neighborhood retail district.

• Recommended approval of Caesar's Virginia casino rezoning (6-0)
• Approved duplex special use permit at 346 Virginia Avenue (5-1)
• Denied family day care home special use permit at 259 Guilford Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 1083 Franklin Turnpike (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 816 West Main Street (6-0)
• Approved day care center special use permit at 145 Franklin Turnpike (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment for contractor's offices (6-0)
• Recommended approval of cannabis dispensing facility zoning amendment (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments and zoning proposals. This includes consideration of a referendum for a one percent sales tax increase to fund school construction and the allocation of $29,142,851 in American Rescue Plan funds. The council will also discuss a special use permit for 424 Memorial Drive.

• Referendum on a one percent sales tax increase for school construction
• Allocation of $29,142,851 from American Rescue Plan funds
• $740,000 budget amendment for River Front Park development
• Special use permit for residential and commercial uses at 424 Memorial Drive
• Zoning ordinance amendment regarding the initiation of zoning changes

The Danville City Council voted 9-0 to place a referendum on the November ballot asking voters to approve a 1% sales tax increase for school construction and renovation. The council also approved a special use permit at 424 Memorial Drive, amended the zoning ordinance to allow staff to initiate zoning changes, and introduced budget amendments for $740,000 in state funds for River Front Park and $29,142,851 in American Rescue Plan funds, both to be considered later.

• Approved resolution to initiate referendum on 1% sales tax for schools (9-0)
• Approved special use permit at 424 Memorial Drive (9-0)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment allowing City Manager, Planning Director, or designees to initiate zoning amendments (9-0)
• Approved 14 appointment resolutions to various boards and commissions (9-0)
• Approved May 4, 2021 meeting minutes as presented
• Introduced budget amendment for $740,000 state grant for River Front Park (first reading)
• Introduced budget amendment for $29,142,851 American Rescue Plan funds (first reading)

City Council

The council is reviewing proposed changes to the City of Danville's Personnel System Regulations for Fiscal Year 2022. These revisions include updates to compensation, classification plans, and job descriptions. The agenda also includes consideration of minutes from the May 4, 2021, work session.

• Proposed amendments to Personnel System Regulations (CL-2549)
• Approval of May 4, 2021, work session minutes (CL-2557)
• Update on parking restriction changes for Lynn Street

The Danville City Council approved the minutes from the May 4 work session and agreed to place personnel system regulation changes on an upcoming business agenda. Staff provided an economic development update on relocating a 69kV line at the Southern Virginia Mega Site, noting a $4.5M loan and a request for a Moral Obligation from the City and County; Council had no objections to adding this to the June 15th agenda. The Council then held a closed meeting to discuss property acquisition and economic development, certifying the session as compliant with Virginia law.

• Approved minutes of the May 4, 2021 work session as presented (9-0).
• Agreed to place personnel system regulation changes on an upcoming business agenda.
• No objections to adding the Southern Virginia Mega Site moral obligation item to the June 15th agenda.
• Held a closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition and economic development (9-0).
• Certified the closed meeting as compliant with Virginia FOIA (9-0).

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will review the utilities' financial statements for March 2021. The agenda also includes updates regarding utility rate schedules and electric net metering interconnection agreements.

• Review of March 2021 financial statements
• Utility rate schedule updates
• Electric Net Metering Interconnection Agreement updates
• Approval of April 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The Danville Utility Commission approved the minutes from its April 26, 2021 meeting unanimously. Staff reviewed the utilities' financial statements, noting a $500,000 revenue difference due to lower non-payment under-recovery compared to last year, which cannot be made up.

• Approved April 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2022 Danville School Board budget and the City's annual budget and capital plan. The agenda also includes budget amendments for disaster mitigation and recreation programs. Additionally, the council will consider a real property transfer from the IDA.

• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2022 Danville School Board Budget
• Approval of the FY 2022 City Budget and Capital and Special Projects Plan
• $150,000 budget amendment for Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Funds
• $186,102 budget amendment for the Recreation Enrichment Program
• Transfer of real property from the IDA at 500 Main Street to the City

The Danville City Council unanimously approved the FY2022 school board budget, city budget, capital and special projects plan, and budget appropriation ordinance, all by 9-0 votes. The council also accepted a real property transfer from the Industrial Development Authority for the HOME sign lot downtown and approved several consent agenda items, including budget amendments for recreation and pre-disaster mitigation.

• Approved FY2022 Danville School Board budget (9-0)
• Approved FY2022 city budget (9-0)
• Approved FY2022 Capital and Special Projects Plan (9-0)
• Approved FY2022 Budget Appropriation Ordinance (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments for recreation ($186,102) and pre-disaster mitigation ($150,000) (9-0)
• Approved transfer of real property at 500 Main Street from IDA to city (9-0)

River District Design Commission

The Commission is reviewing several applications for building modifications within the River District. The most significant item involves the rehabilitation of the White Mill into residential and commercial space. Other items include requests for a new sign and HVAC equipment relocation.

• $62.5 million initial phase redevelopment at 424 Memorial Drive
• New wall sign installation (max 32 sq ft) at 742 Wilson Street
• HVAC chiller relocation and screening at 530 Main Street
• Donation of approximately 6.2 acres for Riverfront Park expansion

The River District Design Commission approved three Certificates of Appropriateness: relocating an HVAC chiller at 530 Main Street, installing a new sign at 742 Wilson Street, and a major mixed-use rehabilitation of the White Mill at 424 Memorial Drive. All approvals were unanimous 5-0. The March 11, 2021 minutes were also approved.

• Approved COA PLRDD2021-12 for HVAC chiller relocation at 530 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved COA PLRDD2021-174 for new sign at 742 Wilson Street, not to exceed 32 sq ft (5-0)
• Approved COA PLRDD2021-175 for mixed-use rehab at 424 Memorial Drive (White Mill) (5-0)
• Approved March 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The commission will review the status of airport capital improvement projects and the FY22 Aviation Promotion grant. The agenda also includes discussion regarding television advertising for 30-second airport promotional spots.

• Status of Airport Capital Improvement Projects
• FY22 Aviation Promotion grant
• Television advertising for 30-second airport promotional spots
• General Aviation Inc. Fuel Report Update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission approved the meeting agenda and April minutes. They reviewed the status of capital improvement projects, including the terminal renovation and runway rehabilitation, and discussed the FY22 Aviation Promotion Grant application. No formal votes were taken on these items; decisions were made by consensus.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 13, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to submit FY22 Aviation Promotion Grant for Young Eagles Rally and Airport Open House, with advertising as alternate
• Consensus to use $6,000 in June for TV advertising with Channel 13 and Comcast
• Consensus to form subcommittee for fuel farm and self-fueling facility research

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority is reviewing several lease agreements and development projects. Proposed items include funding for façade replacements on N. Main Street and structural repairs at 501 Main Street. The board will also consider a master plan update for the Schoolfield area.

• $973,500 master plan update for Schoolfield by WRT
• $70,000 façade replacement at 620 and 622 N. Main Street
• $35,000 structural repairs at 501 Main Street
• Lease agreement for Temptations Gourmet at 208 North Union Street
• Lease assignment and amendment for GSO Aviation, Inc.

The Danville Industrial Development Authority approved a 150-day letter of intent with GLCS Danville, LLC to purchase 200-204 N. Union Street, and accepted the former Dan River Mills pedestrian bridge from River Partners LLC. The board also approved several other resolutions, including a site design contract for the White Mill area, a redevelopment MOU with The Alexander Company, a lease for Temptations Gourmet, facade and structural repair funding, and lease amendments for GSO Aviation. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the bridge acceptance.

• Approved 150-day letter of intent with GLCS Danville, LLC to purchase 200-204 N. Union St. (6-0)
• Accepted former Dan River Mills pedestrian bridge from River Partners LLC (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Site Collaborative proposal for site design/construction around White Mill and Memorial Drive (6-0)
• Approved MOU with The Alexander Company for White Mill redevelopment at 424 Memorial Dr. (6-0)
• Approved lease with Carnesha Fuller dba Temptations Gourmet for Suite 100, 208 N. Union St. (6-0)
• Approved facade replacement at 620-622 N. Main St. up to $70,000 (6-0)
• Approved structural repairs at 501 Main St. by Blair Construction up to $35,000 (6-0)
• Approved updated Schoolfield master plan by WRT up to $973,500, pending Caesars approval (6-0)

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority will consider a one-year lease renewal for 100 acres of pastureland at the Berry Hill project. The meeting also includes discussions regarding ground leases and a building project within the Cyber Park. Additionally, the board will review financial status reports and purchasing policies.

• One-year lease renewal for ~100 acres at Berry Hill project ($1,000.00)
• Forbearance Agreement regarding a loan for the Cyber Park project
• Proposed ground lease for 10.17 acres at Cyber Park for a 30,000 square foot building

The Authority approved a one-year renewal of a $1,000 pasture lease with The Osborne Company for about 100 acres at the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill. It tabled a ground lease with the Danville and Pittsylvania County Industrial Development Authorities for a 30,000-square-foot shell building at Cyber Park. It also revised a forbearance agreement with the Tobacco Commission, reducing the City and County liability from $630,000 to $380,000, and accepted financial and purchasing policy reports.

• Approved one-year lease renewal with The Osborne Company for $1,000 (4-0)
• Tabled ground lease with Industrial Development Authorities for Cyber Park Lot 10B (3-0)
• Revised forbearance agreement with Tobacco Commission, reducing City/County liability to $380,000 (3-0)
• Accepted financial status report as of April 30, 2021 (4-0)
• Accepted purchasing policies and procedures report (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three special use permits and one rezoning request. The body will also consider an amendment to allow city officials to initiate zoning changes.

• Special Use Permit for a family day care home at 259 Guilford Street
• Special Use Permit for a mixed-use development at 424 Memorial Drive with an initial phase cost of $62.5 million
• Rezoning of 1083 Franklin Turnpike from Old Town Residential to Transitional Office for a real estate office
• Proposed amendment to allow the City Manager or Planning Director to initiate zoning ordinance amendments
• Discussion of parking requirement amendments

The Danville Planning Commission approved a special use permit for a mixed-use development at 424 Memorial Drive, including 150 apartments and 110,000 square feet of commercial space. It also approved a zoning ordinance amendment allowing city staff to initiate zoning changes, and postponed two other applications to the next meeting.

• Approved Special Use Permit PLSUP 2021-152 for mixed-use development at 424 Memorial Drive (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 41 allowing City Manager or designees to initiate zoning amendments (7-0)
• Tabled Special Use Permit PLSUP 2021-125 for family day care home at 259 Guilford Street until next meeting (7-0)
• Postponed Rezoning PLRZ2021-133 for 1083 Franklin Turnpike until next meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 12, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2022 city budget, capital plan, and school board budget. The agenda also includes several zoning changes and requests for special use permits. Additionally, the council will consider budget amendments related to substation upgrades and grant funds.

• Rezoning 109 Barter Street to industrial manufacturing
• Proposed C-E Casino Entertainment zoning district
• $8,200,000 budget amendment for substation upgrades
• Approval of FY 2022 Danville School Board Budget
• Lease agreement with Danville Baseball, LLC

The Danville City Council approved a new Casino Entertainment (C-E) zoning district for the Caesars casino site, adopted a resolution transferring casino funds to various projects, and approved several other items including rezoning, special use permits, and a lease agreement. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the 501(c)(3) corporation resolution.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-05.04 adding Casino Entertainment (C-E) zoning district (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-05.03 transferring casino funds to various projects (9-0)
• Approved rezoning of 109 Barter Street to conditional M-I Industrial (9-0)
• Approved special use permit for maximum density waiver at 411 Craghead Street (9-0)
• Approved special use permit for yard requirement waiver at 1340 Goodyear Boulevard (9-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Danville Baseball LLC (9-0)
• Approved creation of 501(c)(3) corporation by Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority (8-0-1, Mayor Jones abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including $8.2M hydro plant sale appropriation and FEMA grant (9-0)

City Council

The Danville City Council held a work session where they approved the April 6, 2021 minutes and agreed to place the transfer of real property from the IDA at 500 Main Street on an upcoming business agenda. They also received an economic development update, including plans for parking changes on Lynn Street and a rescheduled pocket park ribbon cutting. The council then entered a closed meeting to discuss property acquisition and economic development, certifying the closed session with a unanimous vote.

• Approved minutes of April 6, 2021 work session (9-0)
• Agreed to place IDA property transfer at 500 Main Street on upcoming business agenda
• Certified closed meeting for property and economic development discussions (9-0)

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Transportation Advisory Committee will review monthly ridership reports and financial/employment updates. The committee will also discuss the development of a same-day service app and state input regarding FY22 operating and capital assistance funding levels.

• Monthly Ridership Report Update
• Financial Report and Employment Status Update
• Same-Day Service app development update
• State input regarding FY22 Operating and Capital Assistance Funding Levels

The Transportation Advisory Committee approved expanding same-day ride service for Handivan, Reserve A Ride, and Senior Transportation to 16.5 hours per day (8:00 am to 12:30 am), effective March 2021. The committee also approved the January 19, 2021 meeting minutes. Staff reported ridership and financial updates, including a 34% decrease in fixed route ridership and a 33% increase in Reserve A Ride ridership year-to-date.

• Approved expansion of same-day service to 16.5 hours per day (8:00 am to 12:30 am)
• Approved minutes of January 19, 2021 meeting
• Discussed naming online reservation form as Danville Transit Online Reservations
• Noted state approved 4 buses for FY22 capital grant, not 6 as requested

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will review the February financial statements for its utility funds. The meeting also includes an update on the Utilities Capital Improvement Project.

• Review of February financial statements
• Utilities Capital Improvement Project update
• Review of March 22, 2021, meeting minutes

The Danville Utility Commission met on April 26, 2021, and approved the minutes from the March 22, 2021 meeting unanimously. Staff reviewed the utilities' financial statements, and commissioners discussed gas net income relative to budget. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments and property transfers. Key items include proposed utility rate adjustments and funding for airport terminal renovations. The council will also consider using proceeds from the Pinnacles Hydro Plant sale for substation upgrades.

• Proposed adjustments to utility rates effective July 1, 2021
• Budget amendment for airport terminal and taxiway improvements ($1,488,662 total)
• Allocation of $8,200,000 from the Pinnacles Hydro Plant sale for substation upgrades
• Transfer of property to create a pocket park at the former Pythias Building site
• Budget amendment for Project Imagine Work Force Readiness Program ($568,578)

The Danville City Council unanimously approved a utility rate adjustment effective July 1, 2021, which will lower the average combined utility bill by $10 per month. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including budget amendments for aviation funding, a workforce readiness program, and a summer youth jobs program. Additionally, they accepted a parcel from the IDA for a pocket park and released city-held liens on a Park Street property to facilitate its sale.

• Approved utility rate adjustments effective July 1, 2021 (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1.49M aviation funding, $568,578 workforce grant, and $203,534 summer youth jobs program (9-0)
• Accepted Parcel 24134 from IDA for pocket park at former Pythias Building site (9-0)
• Released city-held liens on Parcel 22118 Park Street to facilitate sale (9-0)
• Introduced ordinance to appropriate $8.2M from hydro plant sale for substation upgrades (first reading)
• Introduced ordinance to accept $99,608 FEMA grant (first reading)

City Council

The Danville City Council will review the General Fund Financial Report. They will also discuss FEMA funding for the Apple Branch Watershed Engineering Study. Additionally, the council will consider the formation of a 501(c)(3) corporation by the Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority.

• Review of General Fund Financial Report (CL-2506)
• Discussion of FEMA Advanced Assistance Funding for Apple Branch Watershed Engineering Study (CL-2448)
• Consideration of the formation of a 501(c)(3) corporation by Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority (CL-2527)

The Danville City Council held a work session on April 20, 2021, approving the March 16 minutes and adding a closed session for legal matters. They reviewed the third-quarter General Fund financial report, noting revenues were about $500,000 ahead of last year, and discussed placing FEMA funding for an Apple Branch watershed study and a DRHA 501(c)(3) formation on upcoming agendas. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved March 16, 2021 work session minutes (9-0)
• Amended agenda to add closed session for legal consultation (9-0)
• Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia FOIA (9-0)
• Agreed to place FEMA Apple Branch watershed study on upcoming business agenda
• Agreed to place DRHA 501(c)(3) formation on upcoming business agenda

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority is considering resolutions to transfer land to the City of Danville for a pocket park and the Iconic Home Sign site. The board will also discuss capital improvement financing and a $524,000 loan for repairs at 816 Monument Street.

• Donation of Parcel 24134 to the City for a pocket park
• Transfer of Parcel 22901 (Iconic Home Sign site) to the City
• $524,000 loan from Movement Bank for repairs at 816 Monument Street
• Refinancing of loans for property and improvements at 500 Stinson Drive
• Lease renewal for Vintages by the Dan, LLC

The Industrial Development Authority of Danville approved several resolutions, including donating two parcels of real property to the city, renewing a lease with Vintages by the Dan, authorizing a capital improvement financing plan, borrowing $524,000 for repairs, and refinancing two loans. All votes were unanimous among the six members present. The board also entered a closed session for discussions on prospective business and real property matters.

• Approved donation of Parcel 24134 to City of Danville for pocket park (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Parcel 22901 (Iconic Home Sign) to City of Danville (unanimous)
• Approved lease renewal to Enterprises by the Dan, LLC t/a Vintages by the Dan (unanimous)
• Approved plan to finance capital improvements and refinance debt via lease revenue obligations (unanimous)
• Approved borrowing $524,000 from Movement Bank for repairs at 816 Monument Street (unanimous)
• Approved refinancing loan for property at 500 Stinson Drive from American National Bank (unanimous)
• Approved refinancing loan for leasehold improvements at 500 Stinson Drive (unanimous)
• Approved closed session and certification of compliance (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss design options for corporate hangar and parking lot development. The meeting also includes updates on the Airport Capital Improvement Program and airport promotional videos.

• Site prep design options for corporate hangar and parking lot development
• Airport Capital Improvement Program Update
• Update on Airport Promotional Video project
• General Aviation Inc. Fuel Report Update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission recommended pursuing site prep activities to support three 13,000 square foot hangars and a 39-space parking lot adjacent to Taxiway H, with a grant request to be submitted by end of April. They also reviewed the capital improvement plan, including a federal grant application for south ramp design due May 3, and recommended edits to promotional videos. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily advisory.

• Recommended site prep for three 13,000 sq ft hangars and 39-space parking lot (consensus)
• Recommended edits to 30-second promotional videos
• Reviewed capital improvement plan; federal grant application for south ramp design due May 3
• Approved agenda and minutes (unanimous)

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority is considering resolutions for the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill Project. These include authorizing land purchases and utility easements with Berry Hill Solar, LLC and approving a $20,000 grading services contract.

• $20,000 contract for grading services by Haymes Brothers, Inc.
• Negotiation of property purchase from Berry Hill Solar, LLC for a connector road
• Negotiation of utility easement with Berry Hill Solar, LLC
• Clarification of ground lease terms and subtenant rights

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved a $20,000 grading contract with Haymes Brothers for sign placements, authorized land purchase and easement agreements with Berry Hill Solar for the connector road, and approved an amended resolution extending the RealtyLink ground lease to August 31. All votes were 4-0. The board also accepted the March financial report and held a closed session for confidential business discussions.

• Approved $20,000 grading contract with Haymes Brothers for Berry Hill Road signs (4-0)
• Authorized land purchase agreement with Berry Hill Solar for connector road (4-0)
• Authorized utility easement sale to Berry Hill Solar (4-0)
• Tabled then approved amended Resolution 2021-04-12-5D extending RealtyLink ground lease to August 31 (4-0)
• Accepted March 31, 2021 financial status report (4-0)
• Certified closed session compliance with Virginia FOIA (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss creating a new Casino Entertainment (C-E) District and amending residential zoning for mechanical units. The body will also review special use permits for building reconstruction and adaptive reuse projects.

• Proposed new Article 3.V Casino Entertainment (C-E) District zoning
• Special Use Permit for 115 apartments and 3,000 sq ft commercial space at 411 Craghead Street
• Special Use Permit for yard requirement waiver to rebuild at 1340 Goodyear Boulevard
• Proposed zoning amendment to allow side yard mechanical units in residential districts
• Rezoning of 109 Barter Street from Highway Retail Commercial to Industrial Manufacturing

The Danville Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a new Casino Entertainment (C-E) zoning district, which would allow casino gaming and related uses on sites of at least 75 acres. The commission also approved two special use permits, a zoning text amendment for mechanical units, and a rezoning request. All recommendations will go to City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of new Casino Entertainment (C-E) zoning district (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for yard waiver at 1340 Goodyear Blvd (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for density waiver at 411 Craghead St (7-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment for side yard mechanical units (7-0)
• Approved conditional rezoning of 109 Barter St to M-I Industrial (6-1)
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The Danville City Council will consider budget amendments for airport terminal renovations and a summer youth jobs program. The agenda also includes appointments to the Southern Area Agency on Aging and a special use permit for agriculture at 1560 Halifax Road.

• Budget amendment for airport terminal renovations and taxiway widening ($1,178,023 state and $310,639 local share)
• Funding for Project Imagine Work Force Readiness Program ($568,578 total)
• Appropriation for a Summer Youth Jobs Program ($203,534 total)
• Special Use Permit application for agriculture at 1560 Halifax Road
• Appointments to the Southern Area Agency on Aging

The Danville City Council approved a special use permit for agriculture at 1560 Halifax Road, a plan to refinance Industrial Development Authority bonds, and a moral obligation agreement with American National Bank for 500 Stinson Drive. The council also introduced three budget amendments on first reading, including funding for airport improvements, a workforce readiness program, and a summer youth jobs program, which will be considered for final adoption later. All votes were 8-0-1 with one member absent.

• Approved special use permit for agriculture at 1560 Halifax Road (Ordinance 2021-04.01).
• Approved plan to finance capital improvements and refinance debt via IDA lease revenue obligations (Resolution 2021-04.03).
• Approved moral obligation agreement with American National Bank for 500 Stinson Drive (Resolution 2021-04.04).
• Reappointed Gladys D. Webb and appointed Andre Bethea to the Southern Area Agency on Aging.
• Introduced budget amendment for $1,178,023 state aviation funding plus $310,639 local share for airport terminal renovation and taxiway widening (first reading).
• Introduced budget amendment for $488,595 federal grant plus $79,983 local share for Project Imagine workforce readiness program (first reading).
• Introduced budget amendment for $203,534 to fund a summer youth jobs program (first reading).
• Approved minutes from March 2, 2021 meeting.

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review the City Manager's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022. The meeting also includes discussions regarding transferring real property from the IDA to the City and releasing liens on Park Street.

• Discussion of the City Manager's proposed FY 2022 budget
• Releasing city held liens on Parcel #22118 on Park Street
• Transfer of real property from the IDA to the City
• Economic development update

The Danville City Council held a work session where they reviewed the City Manager's proposed FY2022 budget. Council members discussed school funding, credit card fees, and the budget's details, and raised no objections to advertising the budget. They also agreed to place two items on a future business agenda: releasing city-held liens on a Park Avenue parcel and transferring real property from the IDA to the city. The meeting included a closed session for legal and economic development matters, which was certified as compliant with Virginia law.

• Approved minutes of the March 2, 2021 work session as presented.
• Agreed to place the release of city-held liens on Parcel #22118 on Park Avenue on an upcoming business agenda.
• Agreed to place the transfer of real property from the IDA to the City of Danville on an upcoming business agenda.
• Council had no objections to advertising the proposed FY2022 budget.
• Held a closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition and economic development, certified as compliant with Virginia law.

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is reviewing a request for 858 Pine Street. The proposed work involves rebuilding a garden shed using repurposed materials.

• Certificate of Appropriateness Request 2021-62 to restore 858 Pine Street

The Commission of Architectural Review approved a Certificate of Appropriateness (Request 2021-62) to restore a garden shed at 858 Pine Street, using repurposed materials from the original structure. The approval was based on staff finding that the project complies with design guidelines. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 25, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness Request 2021-62 for 858 Pine Street, allowing the rebuilding of a garden shed with repurposed materials, by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the minutes of the February 25, 2021 meeting by unanimous vote.

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will review the utility funds' financial statements for January 2021. The agenda also includes a legislative update from the Municipal Electric Power Association of Virginia and discussion regarding substation upgrades.

• Review of January 2021 utility financial statements
• Budget appropriation for substation upgrades
• State legislative update from Tom Dick, Municipal Electric Power Association of Virginia

The Danville Utility Commission approved the February 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. They reviewed January financial statements for utility funds. A budget amendment was recommended to include proceeds from the Pinnacles Hydro sale for Westover and Southside substation upgrades, but no final vote was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved February 22, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed January financial statements for utility funds
• Discussed budget appropriation for substation upgrades using Pinnacles Hydro sale proceeds

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two property requests. The body will consider a variance for a commercial sign and a special exception for a residential garage addition.

• Variance request PLVAR 2021-40 for a freestanding sign at 132 Union Street Bridge Road (Woodall Nissan)
• Special exception request PLZA 2021-45 for an attached garage at 134 Lamberth Drive (Kenneth Hammock)

The Danville Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for Woodall Nissan to replace its existing sign with a new one that exceeds code limits on thickness, area, and architectural elements, citing precedent from a prior Honda dealership case. The board also approved a special exception for Kenneth Hammock to add an attached garage to a nonconforming manufactured home for a handicap ramp, despite the expansion of a nonconforming use. Both motions passed 6-0.

• Approved Variance PLVAR2021-40 for Woodall Nissan's sign replacement, 6-0.
• Approved Special Exception PLZA2021-45 for Kenneth Hammock's attached garage, 6-0.
• Approved the March 18, 2021 minutes unanimously.

City Council

The Danville City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to grant tax-exempt status to Goodwill of the Valleys, Inc. The council will also consider a resolution to expand services for the Halifax Pittsylvania Court Services Program. A presentation on the 2020 Community Needs Assessment is also scheduled.

• Tax exemption for Goodwill of the Valleys, Inc.
• Expansion of Halifax Pittsylvania Court Services Program
• 2020 Community Needs Assessment presentation
• Approval of February 16, 2021, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review the General Fund financial report through February 28, 2021. Members will also discuss a new zoning district for a casino and entertainment complex at the former Schoolfield mill site. The meeting includes presentations on the Summer Youth Jobs Program and the proposed FY 2022 budget.

• New zoning standards for the Casino-Entertainment District at the former Schoolfield mill site
• Review of General Fund revenues, which reached $64,815,300 as of February 28, 2021
• Consideration of appointments to the Southern Area Agency on Aging
• Presentation of the City Manager's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022

The Danville City Council held a work session reviewing the City Manager's proposed FY2022 budget, which includes no tax or rate increases and no use of fund balance. The Council also discussed the creation of a new casino-entertainment zoning district for Caesars Danville, with a timeline for public hearings and adoption. Appointments to the Southern Area Agency on Aging were made without objection, and a summer youth jobs program was presented.

• Reappointed Gladys Webb and appointed Andre Bethea to the Southern Area Agency on Aging with no objections.
• Discussed the proposed FY2022 budget, including no tax increases, no rate increases, and no use of fund balance.
• Discussed the creation of a new casino-entertainment zoning district, with a draft to be prepared and public hearings scheduled for April and May.
• Heard a presentation on the Summer Youth Jobs Program, an eight-week pilot with a $10/hour stipend for 50 youth, with a budget amendment to be considered at the next meeting.
• Moved into closed meeting to consult with legal counsel, and certified the closed meeting as compliant with Virginia law.

River District Design Commission

The commission is reviewing several Certificate of Appropriateness requests for the River District. These include a proposal to install fiber art at various Riverwalk entrances and signage updates for local businesses.

• Fiber art installation along the Riverwalk by Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History
• Façade improvements and signage at 410-412 Lynn Street
• Signage request for Blue Moon Tattoo at 401 Bridge Street
• $10,000 VTC Recovery Marketing Leverage Grant awarded to Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History

The River District Design Commission approved all five certificate of appropriateness requests on the agenda, including a yarn bombing art installation along the Riverwalk, facade improvements and signage at 410-412 Lynn Street, signage for Blue Moon Tattoo at 401 Bridge Street, signage for HUEF at 543 Main Street, and a temporary vinyl sign at 510 Spring Street. The commission also approved the January 14, 2021 minutes. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on the yarn bombing request.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD 2021-88 for fiber art installation along the Riverwalk (3-0-1, Nicholas abstained)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD 2021-90 for facade improvements and signage at 410-412 Lynn Street, with condition that signage meets size limits (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD 2021-92 for signage at 401 Bridge Street by Blue Moon Tattoo (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD 2021-96 for signage at 543 Main Street by HUEF, with condition that all signage meets size limits (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness PLRDD 2021-97 for a 3' x 6' vinyl sign at 510 Spring Street for one year (4-0)
• Approved the January 14, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review monthly financial reports and staff updates from Economic Development. The board will also consider resolutions regarding a construction contract assignment and a loan subordination for SLW & Associates, LLC.

• Loan subordination for SLW & Associates, LLC
• Assignment and assumption of a construction contract
• Monthly financial report and discussion of bonds
• Economic Development staff updates

The Industrial Development Authority of Danville approved minutes and financial reports, then passed resolutions to subordinate a loan to SLW & Associates, LLC, and to assign and assume a construction contract. The board also approved a consulting services contract with Tax Advantage Group by Cherry Bekaert for New Market Tax Credits, and granted a third 90-day extension on the option to purchase 424 Memorial Drive. The board recessed into closed session for discussions on prospective business and real property, then reconvened and certified the closed session was lawful.

• Approved minutes of the February 9, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the financial report as presented.
• Approved resolution authorizing subordination of a loan to SLW & Associates, LLC.
• Approved resolution authorizing assignment and assumption of a construction contract.
• Approved resolution authorizing consulting services contract with Tax Advantage Group by Cherry Bekaert for New Market Tax Credits.
• Approved resolution authorizing third 90-day extension on option to purchase 424 Memorial Drive, LLC and/or 424 Memorial Drive (Parcel 21344) by The Alexander Company or its assigns.
• Recessed into closed session for discussion of prospective business/industry and real property acquisition/disposition, then reconvened and certified the closed session complied with Virginia law.

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review the latest version of the Airport Promotional Video. The meeting also includes an update on the Airport Capital Improvement Program and a fuel report from General Aviation Inc.

• Review of Airport Promotional Video
• Airport Capital Improvement Program Update
• General Aviation Inc. Fuel Report Update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission approved spending up to $7,500 from the operating budget to upgrade a 2011 animated virtual tour and produce a new one for a 30-second promotional spot. The commission also reviewed the airport's capital improvement plan, noting a potential state grant for widening Taxiway H and a plan to seek bids for the south ramp rehabilitation in one-year and two-phase options. No other formal votes were taken; the meeting included reports and a closed session to discuss the FBO lease.

• Approved the agenda for the March 9, 2021 meeting.
• Approved the minutes of the February 9, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Approved expenditure of funds to upgrade the 2011 virtual tour and complete a new virtual tour for a 30-second spot, with an estimated additional cost of $7,500.
• Reviewed the Airport Promotional Video and offered input; an additional 30-second spot will be produced.
• Reviewed and discussed Airport Capital Improvement Projects; the program will be updated after additional information from the Virginia Aviation Board.
• Noted that the Taxiway H widening project was re-submitted for state funding consideration in March 2021.
• Noted that bids for the south ramp rehabilitation will include options for one-year and two-phase completion.
• Held a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding the FBO lease.

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority will consider a resolution to authorize a ground lease with RealtyLink Investments, LLC for lots 3C and 3D in the Cane Creek Centre project. This agreement would replace a previous contract of sale for these parcels in Pittsylvania County. The meeting also includes financial reports and a closed session regarding prospective business interests.

• Ground lease negotiation with RealtyLink Investments, LLC for Cane Creek Centre lots 3C and 3D
• Financial status reports as of February 28, 2021
• Closed session discussions on prospective business interests and real property acquisitions
• Approval of February 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved a ground lease with RealtyLink Investments, LLC for lots 3C and 3D at Cane Creek Centre, enabling construction to begin around April 1. The board also approved a letter of support for MVP Southgate's air permitting, with a 3-1 vote (Saunders opposed). Financial reports were accepted, and the board entered closed session for confidential business discussions.

• Approved the modified agenda by roll call vote.
• Approved the minutes of the February 8, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Accepted the financial status report as of February 28, 2021 (4-0 vote).
• Held a closed session for discussions on prospective businesses, confidential records, and real property acquisition/disposition (4-0 vote).
• Certified that the closed session complied with Virginia law (4-0 vote).
• Amended the agenda to add item 6FB regarding a support letter for MVP Southgate (4-0 vote).
• Approved Resolution 2021-03-08-6FA authorizing a ground lease with RealtyLink Investments, LLC for lots 3C and 3D at Cane Creek Centre (4-0 vote).
• Approved Resolution 2021-03-08-6FB issuing a letter of support for MVP Southgate's air permitting (3-1 vote, Saunders opposed).

Planning Commission

The Danville Planning Commission will consider several rezoning applications and a request for a special use permit for agriculture. The commission will also discuss initiating amendments to create a new zoning district for a future casino/entertainment complex at the former Schoolfield mill site.

• Rezoning 109 Barter Street from commercial to industrial manufacturing
• Creating a new zoning district for a future casino and entertainment complex
• Special Use Permit for agriculture at 1560 Halifax Road
• Parking reduction request for Cornerstone Baptist Church
• Rezoning 734 Mt. Cross Road from commercial to residential

The Danville Planning Commission postponed a rezoning request for 734 Mt. Cross Road due to the applicant's COVID-19 diagnosis, approved a special use permit for homesteading agriculture at 1560 Halifax Road, and postponed a rezoning for 109 Barter Street to allow time for proffers. The commission also approved a parking reduction for Cornerstone Baptist Church and directed staff to draft zoning amendments for a casino district and side-yard mechanical units.

• Postponed rezoning PLRZ 2020-155 for 734 Mt. Cross Road indefinitely (4-3)
• Approved special use permit PLSUP 2021-25 for homesteading agriculture at 1560 Halifax Road (7-0)
• Postponed rezoning PLRZ 2021-50 for 109 Barter Street until April meeting (6-1)
• Approved parking reduction for Cornerstone Baptist Church from 62 to 32 spaces (7-0)
• Directed staff to create new zoning district for casino/entertainment complex and allow side-yard mechanical units (7-0)

City Council

The Danville City Council voted 9-0 to postpone indefinitely an ordinance that would have granted Goodwill of the Valleys, Inc. an exemption from local real and personal property taxes. The council also approved a resolution to expand the Halifax Pittsylvania Court Services program under the Comprehensive Community Corrections Act and Pretrial Services Act. The meeting included a presentation on community needs from the Pittsylvania County Community Action agency and updates on COVID-19 vaccinations.

• Postponed indefinitely the ordinance to grant Goodwill of the Valleys, Inc. tax-exempt status (9-0 vote).
• Approved Resolution 2021-03.01 to expand the Halifax Pittsylvania Court Services program (9-0 vote).
• Approved the minutes from the February 16, 2021 regular council meeting as presented.

City Council

The Danville City Council will hold public hearings on several land use applications, including a rezoning for 255 Ranch Drive and a garbage transfer station at 461 Gypsum Road. The council will also consider an ordinance to add an ex-officio member to the Utility Commission.

• Rezoning of 255 Ranch Drive
• Special Use Permit for 618 Craghead Street
• Garbage Transfer Station permit at 461 Gypsum Road
• Yard requirement waiver at 2291 Memorial Drive
• Adding an ex-officio member to the Utility Commission

The Danville City Council approved all five public hearing items: a rezoning at 255 Ranch Drive, a density waiver at 618 Craghead Street, a garbage transfer station at 461 Gypsum Road, a yard requirement waiver at 2291 Memorial Drive, and an accessory use at 864 Monument Street. The council also amended the City Code to add a non-voting Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors member to the Utility Commission, requiring that the member also be a Danville Utilities customer. The minutes were approved as presented.

• Approved rezoning of 255 Ranch Drive from T-R to SR-R (9-0).
• Approved special use permit for a maximum density waiver at 618 Craghead Street (9-0).
• Approved special use permit for a garbage transfer station at 461 Gypsum Road (9-0).
• Approved special use permit for a minimum yard requirement waiver at 2291 Memorial Drive (8-0-1, Buckner abstained).
• Approved special use permit for an accessory use at 864 Monument Street (9-0).
• Amended City Code to add a non-voting Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors member to the Utility Commission, with an amendment requiring the member to be a Danville Utilities customer (8-1, Whittle voted no).
• Approved minutes from the February 2, 2021 meeting as presented.

City Council

The Danville City Council approved the minutes of its February 2, 2021 work session. Council agreed to place Goodwill of the Valleys' tax exemption request on an upcoming business agenda after discussion. The council also heard a presentation from the Danville Baseball Club, LLC, the new operator of the local baseball team, and received program updates from the city manager, including a budget with no tax or rate increases. The council then held a closed meeting to discuss property sales and economic development, certifying the session as lawful.

• Approved the minutes of the February 2, 2021 work session as presented.
• Agreed to place Goodwill of the Valleys' tax exemption request on an upcoming business agenda.
• Held a closed meeting to discuss property sales and economic development, with a unanimous 9-0 vote to certify the session as lawful.

Commission of Architectural Review

The Danville Commission of Architectural Review is considering several requests for certificates of appropriateness. These include updates to proposed work at 1050 Main Street and restoration projects on Pine Street. The items involve changes to porches, windows, and signage.

• Alteration update for 1050 Main Street including a new patio and fencing
• Restoration request for 858 Pine Street involving stairs and a garden shed
• Restoration request for 887 Pine Street involving windows and roofing

The Commission of Architectural Review approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for alterations at 1050 Main Street, including closing in former porch windows and adding an exhaust/intake fan, but denied the dumpster pad request as submitted before approving it with modifications. The Commission also approved restoration work at 858 Pine Street (back deck, westside improvements, mini-split) and postponed the garden shed decision. For 887 Pine Street, the Commission approved roof, gutters, handrails, and window replacements with no vinyl.

• Approved 1050 Main St. alterations (patio, fencing, wall, sign, painting) with conditions, including revised dumpster pad and exhaust/intake unit.
• Denied dumpster pad request as submitted, then approved it as not having an adverse effect (3-0-1, Bond abstained).
• Denied closing in porch windows and adding exhaust/intake fan as submitted, then approved it as not having an adverse effect (3-0-1, Bond abstained).
• Approved amendment to previous approval based on new zoning (3-0-1, Bond abstained).
• Approved 858 Pine St. back deck and porch (4-0).
• Approved 858 Pine St. westside improvements with lines run inside (4-0).
• Approved 858 Pine St. mini-split on existing pad (4-0).
• Postponed 858 Pine St. garden shed decision to next meeting (4-0).

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will review December financial statements and discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 Utilities Budget. The meeting also includes a review of Customer Accounts Service Policy Revisions.

• Review of December financial statements
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2022 Utilities Budget
• Review of Customer Accounts Service Policy Revisions

The Danville Utility Commission approved the Utility Department's Proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Budget for submission to City Council. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 25, 2021 meeting and reviewed December financial statements for each utility fund. Staff will adjust budgets if revenue shortfalls arise, with updates planned for the April 26 meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 25, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022 Utility Department budget for submission to City Council

City Council

The Danville City Council will review General Fund financials as of January 31, 2021. The Council is also scheduled to consider resolutions setting the salaries for the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk.

• Review of General Fund financials as of January 31, 2021
• Resolutions to set salaries for the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk
• Approval of minutes from the January 19, 2021 meeting

The Danville City Council approved resolutions setting the salaries of the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk, each by an 8-0-1 vote with one member absent. The council also reviewed the General Fund financials as of January 31, 2021, and discussed a potential bond anticipation note (BAN) financing strategy, but took no formal action on it.

• Approved Resolution 2021-02.01 setting City Manager salary (8-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-02.02 setting City Attorney salary (8-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-02.03 setting City Clerk salary (8-0-1)
• Approved minutes from January 19, 2021 meeting

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will consider resolutions for a property sale and two construction quotes. The meeting also includes a financial report and economic development updates.

• Sale of 145 Cane Creek Blvd to Litehouse Inc. for $21,310,468
• Construction of a 30,000 SF shell building in Cyber Park up to $2,875,000
• Repair and repainting of 417 Loyal Street for $75,000

The Industrial Development Authority approved three resolutions: a $75,000 facade repair at 417 Loyal Street, a $2,875,000 construction contract for a 30,000 SF shell building in Cyber Park, and the sale of 145 Cane Creek Blvd to Litehouse Inc. to clear debt. The board also approved minutes, financial reports, a lease amendment with Belk, and entered a closed meeting for legal and business discussions.

• Approved $75,000 Blair Construction quote for facade repair at 417 Loyal Street (6-0)
• Approved $2,875,000 Blair Construction quote for 30,000 SF shell building in Cyber Park (6-0)
• Approved sale of 145 Cane Creek Blvd (Parcel 77388) to Litehouse Inc. to clear debt (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved financial report (6-0)
• Approved fifth amendment to lease with Belk, Inc. for 816 Monument Street (6-0)
• Reconvened in closed meeting for exempt discussions, then certified compliance (6-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will review the Airport Capital Improvement Program and preview a draft airport promotional video. The meeting also includes an update on the General Aviation Inc. fuel report.

• Preview of draft airport promotional video
• Review of Airport Capital Improvement Program
• General Aviation Inc. fuel report update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission reviewed its Capital Improvement Program and reached a consensus to prioritize South Ramp Rehabilitation projects for FAA and state funding discussions. They also reviewed a draft promotional video, requesting edits and a voice-over change, and discussed several capital projects, including a withdrawn state funding request for taxiway connection rehabilitation.

• Consensus to prioritize South Ramp Rehabilitation projects in the CIP
• Amended agenda to review draft promotional video (passed unanimously)
• Approved January 12, 2021 minutes as presented (passed unanimously)
• Requested additional edits and voice-over change for promotional video
• Withdrawn state funding request for taxiway connection rehabilitation

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority is reviewing two land use agreements. One involves a one-year lease renewal for agricultural use on Stateline Bridge Road, and the other concerns a ground lease for a 30,000 square foot building in the Cyber Park Project. The meeting also includes financial status reports and a closed session regarding prospective businesses.

• One-year lease renewal with Mountain View Farms of Virginia, L.C. for $1,200
• Ground lease for a 30,000 square foot building in the Cyber Park Project
• Financial Status Reports as of January 31, 2021
• Closed session regarding prospective businesses and real property

The Authority approved a one-year lease renewal with Mountain View Farms for $1,200 and approved a ground lease with the Danville IDA for a 30,000 sq ft shell building in Cyber Park, amended to include the Pittsylvania County IDA as a partner pending their approval. Financial reports were accepted, and a resolution was passed to reimburse Appalachian Power up to $150,000 for transmission line relocation costs if the project is cancelled or delayed.

• Approved one-year lease renewal with Mountain View Farms (4-0)
• Approved ground lease with Danville IDA for Cyber Park shell building, amended to include County IDA (4-0)
• Accepted financial status reports as of January 31, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved resolution to reimburse Appalachian Power up to $150,000 for transmission line relocation (4-0)

City Council

The Danville City Council will review a request for a special use permit at 1208 Piney Forest Road. This item includes a public hearing and an ordinance regarding yard requirement waivers. The council also plans to approve the minutes from the January 5, 2021 meeting.

• Special Use Permit for 1208 Piney Forest Road
• Approval of January 5, 2021 meeting minutes

The Danville City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved Ordinance No. 2021-02.01, granting a special use permit for a waiver of yard requirements at 1208 Piney Forest Road (Parcel ID #54171). The vote was 9-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of communications about COVID-19 vaccination efforts and community updates.

• Approved special use permit PLSUP2020-284 for yard requirement waiver at 1208 Piney Forest Road (9-0)

City Council

The Danville City Council will consider granting tax-exempt status to Goodwill of the Valleys, Inc. for its property at 512 Westover Drive. The council will also review minutes from the January 5, 2021, work session. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss real property and economic development matters.

• Tax exemption request for Goodwill of the Valleys, Inc. ($1,156,300 assessed value)
• Approval of January 5, 2021, work session minutes
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition and disposition
• Closed meeting regarding economic development updates

The Danville City Council discussed a request from Goodwill of the Valleys, Inc. for tax-exempt status but took no action, deferring the decision until more information is gathered. Council members raised questions about the organization's operations and finances, and agreed to have representatives appear before them. The council also approved the minutes from the January 5, 2021 work session and held a closed meeting for personnel and real estate discussions.

• Approved minutes of January 5, 2021 work session (9-0)
• Deferred decision on Goodwill of the Valleys tax exemption pending further information
• Held closed meeting for personnel evaluations and real estate discussions (9-0)
• Certified closed meeting complied with Virginia law (9-0)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission is reviewing two applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. Proposed work includes porch repairs at 226 Jefferson Avenue and fence installation at 855 Pine Street.

• Porch restoration at 226 Jefferson Avenue
• Fence and driveway work at 855 Pine Street

The Commission of Architectural Review elected officers and approved two Certificates of Appropriateness for restoring historic homes at 226 Jefferson Street and 855 Pine Street. Both applications were approved unanimously (4-0) after public hearings. The board also approved the December 10, 2020 minutes.

• Elected Robin Crews as Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Michael Nicholas as Vice-Chairman (4-0)
• Elected Robert Weir as Secretary (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness 2021-22 for 226 Jefferson Street restoration (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness 2021-23 for 855 Pine Street restoration (4-0)
• Approved December 10, 2020 minutes (unanimous)

Danville Utility Commission

The commission will review November financial statements and follow up on the 2021 Biennial Rate Study. They will also receive an introduction to the Fiscal Year 2021 Utilities Budget.

• Review of utilities' financial statements
• Follow-up on the 2021 Biennial Rate Study
• Introduction to the Fiscal Year 2021 Utilities Budget

The Danville Utility Commission unanimously recommended the 2021 biennial rate study to City Council for fiscal years 2022/2023, including rate adjustments to meet cost of service requirements. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 30, 2020 meeting and reviewed the FY2022 utility budgets, which were presented but not voted on.

• Approved minutes of November 30, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended 2021 biennial rate study to City Council for FY2022/2023 (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Danville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Jamie New of PTL Contractors for a variance at 109 Barter Street. The applicant seeks to construct a 20' x 24' accessory building and repair personally owned heavy trucks after receiving a zoning violation notice. The board will also elect officers and approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Appeal PLZA 2020-291 for variance at 109 Barter Street (Parcel #52948)
• Proposed 20' x 24' accessory building and truck repairs
• Property zoned HR-C Highway Retail Commercial, no zone change proposed
• Public hearing on variance request
• Election of officers and approval of July 16, 2020 minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request by Jimmie New of PTL Contractors to build an accessory building and repair heavy trucks at 109 Barter Street. The board voted 6-0 to deny the appeal, finding the activity not permitted in the highway retail commercial zoning district. Staff noted the applicant could pursue rezoning, which would pause enforcement.

• Denied variance PLZA 2020-291 for accessory building and truck repair at 109 Barter Street (6-0)
• Elected Gus Dyer as Chairman (5-0-1, Dyer abstained)
• Elected Nicole Garrison as Vice Chairman (5-0-1, Garrison abstained)
• Elected Gus Dolianitis as Secretary (5-0-1, Dolianitis abstained)
• Approved minutes from July 16, 2020 (unanimous)

Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the FY22 proposed operating and capital budgets. Members will also review monthly ridership, financial reports, and a recommendation to expand Same-Day Service hours.

• Recommendation to expand Same-Day Service hours
• FY22 Proposed Operating Budget
• FY22 Proposed Capital Budget
• Monthly Ridership Report Update
• Financial Report and Employment Status Update

City Council

The Danville City Council will review general fund financials and consider an application for state mass transit funding. The council will also discuss a capacity agreement for battery energy storage within the city's utility territory. Additionally, the agenda includes budget amendments for recycling grants and a new appointment to the Danville Development Council.

• Agreement for 10.6 Megawatts of Battery Energy Storage Capacity
• Application for Virginia mass transit funding for FY 2021
• Budget amendment for $8,611 in recycling grant funds
• Appointment of Bryant Hood to the Danville Development Council
• Review of General Fund Financials as of December 31, 2020

The Danville City Council unanimously approved a capacity agreement for 10.6 megawatts of battery energy storage to be built within the city's utility service territory, with the developer covering upfront costs. The council also authorized a mass transit funding application, approved a moral obligation agreement with Movement Bank, and opposed state legislation mandating November elections. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved capacity agreement for 10.6 MW battery energy storage (9-0)
• Authorized application for Virginia mass transit funding for FY2021 (9-0)
• Approved moral obligation agreement with Movement Bank (9-0)
• Adopted resolution opposing SB1157 mandating November elections (9-0)
• Appointed Bryant Hood to Danville Development Council (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendment for $8,611 litter control grant (9-0)

River District Design Commission

The commission is reviewing multiple Certificate of Appropriateness requests for building renovations and adaptive reuse in the River District. These include plans for new residential units, commercial spaces, and mechanical equipment relocation. Staff has recommended approval for several of the presented projects.

• Adaptive reuse of 618 Craghead Street to include 88 residential units and one commercial space
• Renovation of 554 Craghead Street for commercial space, three residential buildings, and a courtyard
• Relocation of HVAC equipment at 530 Main Street with proposed fencing
• Exterior rehabilitation and new patio creation at 510 Spring Street

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review monthly financial reports and staff updates from Economic Development. The board will also consider resolutions regarding lease agreements for properties on Main Street and North Union Street.

• Lease renewal for Brynes Gould, PLLC at 310 and 312 Main Street
• Lease agreement for 208 North Union Street, Suite 101
• Monthly financial report by Michael Adkins
• Economic Development staff updates

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission is meeting to review the FY22 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes discussions on proposed terminal building improvements and an update on the Runway 13/31 rehab project.

• Review of FY22 Airport Operating and Capital Budgets
• Proposed Terminal Building Renovation Improvements
• Runway 13/31 Rehab Project Update
• General Aviation Inc. Fuel Report Update
• Airport Commission Sub-Committee Update – Video Production Project

The Danville Regional Airport Commission approved the FY22 operating and capital budget as presented, including $7.7 million in planned projects. The budget includes local funding requests for a new pickup truck, terminal renovations, and other capital improvements. The commission also discussed state funding submissions for March 2021 and updates on the Runway 13/31 rehabilitation project.

• Approved FY22 operating and capital budget (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for January 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 8, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed FY22 budget items including advertising, photocopier, and pickup truck
• Reviewed proposed capital projects for state funding in March 2021
• Discussed terminal building renovation architectural services submission ($86,035)
• Noted pre-bid meeting for Runway 13/31 rehab held January 5, 2021; bids due January 27, 2021
• Reviewed fuel report; no questions raised

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority will elect its 2021 Chairman and Vice Chairman and consider a $200,000 grant for Aerofarms. The meeting also includes a presentation of the 2020 financial audit and updates on industrial projects.

• Election of 2021 Chairman and Vice Chairman
• $200,000 AFID Grant for Aerofarms (Just Greens, LLC)
• Amendment to Cane Creek Centre protective covenants
• Presentation of the 2020 financial audit
• Update on IDA Shell Building in Cyber Park

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved a resolution authorizing agreements with Appalachian Power Company to finance the relocation of the 69kV utility line at the Southern Virginia Megasite, at a cost of $4.5M paid over 10 years, subject to adjustment and appropriation. The board also elected Sherman Saunders as Chairman and Ronald Scearce as Vice Chairman, reappointed the Secretary and Treasurer, and approved several other resolutions including a $200,000 AFID grant for Just Greens (Aerofarms) and a revised conservation easement plat. The audit for the year ending June 30, 2020 was accepted with a clean opinion.

• Approved Resolution 2021-01-11-6F authorizing $4.5M agreement with Appalachian Power for 69kV line relocation (4-0)
• Elected Sherman Saunders as Chairman and Ronald Scearce as Vice Chairman (4-0)
• Reappointed Susan DeMasi as Secretary and Michael Adkins as Treasurer (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-01-11-5B amending Cane Creek Centre protective covenants (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-01-11-5C authorizing $200,000 AFID grant performance agreement for Just Greens/Aerofarms (4-0)
• Accepted the audit report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2020 (4-0)
• Accepted the financial status report as of December 31, 2020 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-01-11-5F for revised conservation easement plat (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Danville Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications, including rezoning requests for a mobile home park expansion and a residential property on Ranch Drive. The commission will also consider a request to waive yard requirements for a Taco Bell rebuild on Piney Forest Road.

• Rezoning of 5.06 acres at West End of Third Avenue West to Mobile Home Park Residential
• Rezoning of 49.18 acres at 255 Ranch Drive to Sandy River Residential
• Special Use Permit for yard requirement waiver at 1208 Piney Forest Road

The Danville Planning Commission voted 6-0 to postpone a rezoning request by VADA Danville MHP LLC to expand its mobile home park, pending further research and guidance from the City Attorney and Planning staff. The commission also voted 6-0 to postpone a rezoning request for 255 Ranch Drive due to a COVID-19 case in the applicant's household. A special use permit for a waiver of yard requirements to rebuild a Taco Bell at 1208 Piney Forest Road was approved 6-0.

• Postponed rezoning PLRZ2020-252 for mobile home park expansion (6-0)
• Postponed rezoning PLRZ2020-283 for 255 Ranch Drive (6-0)
• Approved special use permit PLSUP2020-284 for Taco Bell rebuild (6-0)
• Approved December 7, 2020 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several budget amendments and zoning requests. Items include approving grant funds for economic development and litter control, as well as rezoning residential properties on Woodlawn Drive.

• Economic Development Incentive Funds totaling $1,269,875
• Rezoning of 540 and 535 Woodlawn Drive to Sandy River Residential
• Special Use Permit for yard requirement waivers at 280 Piney Forest Road
• Acceptance of Riverside Drive property for flood control improvements
• Budget amendment for a Speed Trailer Project via the JAG Program

City Council

The Council is considering a proposal for a 10.6 megawatt battery energy storage system to help lower electric demand costs during peak hours. The agenda also includes an economic development update and a closed meeting regarding real property and prospective businesses.

• Proposal for a 10.6 megawatt battery energy storage system
• Approval of December 1, 2020, work session minutes
• Economic development update
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition and economic development