Danville public meetings in 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and decide on three special exception permit applications to allow short-term rentals as principal uses at 236 Ruskin Street, 513 Middle Street, and 197 Wood Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting.

• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00608 by Lumbu Managements at 236 Ruskin Street
• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00579 by Este Gardner at 513 Middle Street
• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00576 by Gibson Investing LLC at 197 Wood Avenue

City Council

The Danville City Council will hold a work session on December 17, 2024. Items include a presentation from the Community Development Authority, program and economic development updates. The Council will then convene a closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition and prospective business/industry related to economic development, as permitted by Virginia law.

• Community Development Authority Presentation
• Economic Development Update
• Closed meeting for real property acquisition (Code of Virginia §2.2-3711(A)(3))
• Closed meeting for prospective business/industry (Code of Virginia §2.2-3711(A)(5))

The Danville City Council held a work session where staff and consultants presented on Community Development Authorities (CDAs), a financing tool for public infrastructure tied to private development. No formal decisions were made on the CDA. The Council also voted 7-0-2 to enter a closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition and economic development prospects, and later certified the closed meeting as compliant with Virginia law.

• Heard presentation on Community Development Authorities (no action)
• Voted 7-0-2 to recess into closed meeting for real property and economic development discussions
• Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia FOIA (9-0)

City Council

The Danville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several agenda items, including a $5,600,000 budget appropriation for renovations at the Dan River Falls building to house city offices, a lease agreement with Averett University for fixed base operator services at the Danville Regional Airport, and an amendment to the city code to create a partial real estate tax exemption for multifamily/commercial structures. The council will also vote on budget amendments for a USDA grant for food services at the W. W. Moore Jr. Detention Home and a juvenile crime control program grant, plus reappointments to boards and commissions.

• Appropriation of $5,600,000 from unassigned fund balance and operating funds for renovations at Dan River Falls building for city offices
• Lease agreement with Averett University to provide fixed base operator services at Danville Regional Airport
• Ordinance amending Chapter 37 (Taxation) to add partial real estate tax exemption for multifamily/commercial structures
• Budget amendment accepting $70,489 USDA grant for food services at W. W. Moore Jr. Detention Home
• Budget amendment for $86,999 grant plus $39,830 local share ($126,829 total) for juvenile crime control programs including electronic monitoring

The Danville City Council approved a consent agenda including a $5.6M appropriation for renovations at the Dan River Falls building for city offices, along with two grant appropriations for the W.W. Moore Jr. Detention Home. It also approved a lease agreement with Averett University for fixed base operator services at the airport (8-1) and amended the city code to expand real estate tax abatement incentives for multifamily/commercial structures citywide (9-0).

• Approved $5.6M for Dan River Falls renovations (9-0)
• Approved $70,489 USDA grant for detention home food services (9-0)
• Approved $126,829 juvenile justice grant for detention home programs (9-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Averett University for airport FBO services (8-1)
• Amended Chapter 37 to add tax abatement for multifamily/commercial structures (9-0)
• Reappointed members to Building Code Board, Retirement Board, Fair Housing Board, Planning Commission (9-0)
• Appointed Sylvester Townes to Planning Commission and James Bebeau to Industrial Development Authority (9-0)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application for property improvements. The request involves adding a door, transom, side lights, and new windows at 912 Green Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness PZ24-00562: 912 Green Street window and door modifications

River District Design Commission

The commission is meeting to review and decide on four applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These requests involve property modifications and maintenance within the River District.

• Door and window decals at 530 Craghead Street (PZ24-00596)
• Maintenance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Bridge on Main Street (PZ24-00616)
• Rooftop patio conversion at 553 Lynn Street (PZ24-00591)
• Storefront painting at 314 Lynn Street (PZ24-00621)

Industrial Development Authority

The Danville Industrial Development Authority will consider multiple action items including lease agreements, property management software, roof replacement at 527 Bridge Street with associated credit financing, and the purchase of three parcels on Shelton and Lynn Streets for up to $50,000. The board will also discuss real property acquisition and economic development matters in a closed session.

• Lease agreement with Michael Cheek for 208 North Union St Suite 202
• Lease agreements with Carter Craig, Bass, Blair & Kushner for parking and office space at 126 S Union St
• Resolution to replace roof at 527 Bridge Street via contract with Garland/DBS Inc. and obtain credit financing
• Purchase of parcels 22329, 21745, and 21746 at Shelton and Lynn Streets for up to $50,000
• Approval for River District Events LLC to use lot at Main and Craghead Streets for New Year's Eve event

The Industrial Development Authority of Danville approved a $750,000 loan to Lansing Melbourne Group, LLC, and authorized roof repairs at 527 Bridge Street not to exceed $689,788 with financing from First National Bank. The board also approved property purchases for downtown parking, multiple lease agreements, and use of city lots for events. All votes were unanimous except one recusal on the Lansing Melbourne loan.

• Approved $750,000 loan to Lansing Melbourne Group, LLC (5-0, Barker recused)
• Approved roof replacement at 527 Bridge Street up to $689,788 via Garland/DBS Inc. and Lee-Kesler Roofing (6-0)
• Approved financing with First National Bank for roof repairs at 527 Bridge Street (6-0)
• Approved purchase of parcels 22329, 21745, 21746 from Shelton Street LLC for downtown parking (6-0)
• Approved lease to Michael W. Cheek at 208 North Union Street, Suite 202 (6-0)
• Approved two leases to Carter Craig law firm at Patton Street and 126 South Union Street (6-0)
• Approved Caesar's Virginia use of Bishop Road parking lot for fireworks/drone display (6-0)
• Approved River District Events LLC use of Main & Craghead lot for New Year's Eve celebration (6-0)

Airport Commission

The Danville Regional Airport Commission will discuss new business items including a presentation from Danville Community College on the Aviation Maintenance Training Program, updates on site prep construction projects, and a review of the FY26 Operating Budget and Capital Projects. They will also review items from the April 19, 2024 Strategic Planning meeting and receive an FBO Management Update. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion and review items.

• Danville Community College Aviation Maintenance Training Program presentation
• Update on site prep construction projects
• Review of FY26 Operating Budget and Capital Projects
• Review of items from the April 19, 2024 Strategic Planning meeting
• FBO Management Update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission approved the FY26 capital program, adding a terminal generator and Runway 2/20 LED lighting upgrade. They also reviewed the FY26 operating budget, with a proposed increase in building repair funds. Site prep work continues for the Corporate Hangar and Aviation Training Facility projects, with the latter expected to begin in February 2025.

• Approved FY26 capital program including terminal generator and Runway 2/20 LED lighting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes of November 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Reversed agenda items 4 and 5 (unanimous)
• Consensus to construct 10,000 sq ft hangar in t-hangar area
• Discussed FY26 operating budget with proposed increase in building repairs from $25,000 to $40,000

Danville Utility Commission

The Commission will meet to review the financial report and the 2025 Biennial Rate Study. The body will also discuss the minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting.

• 2025 Biennial Rate Study
• Financial Report

The Danville Utility Commission met on December 10, 2024, and approved the minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting. Staff presented financial statements for September 2024, and a consultant reviewed rate requirements for fiscal years 2026-2027, suggesting changes in all rate classes. No formal decisions were made on the rate study.

• Approved minutes of October 28, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority is meeting to discuss funding and land management for the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill. The board will consider a loan for property acquisition and a reimbursement for water system improvements.

• Proposed $1,895,000.00 loan from Virginia Small Business Financing Authority to purchase 289.47 acres at 5981 Berry Hill Road
• Proposed $1,220,222.00 reimbursement to Danville Utilities for Water System Improvements Phase II at Berry Hill
• Proposed one-year lease renewal with Mountain View Farms of Virginia, L.C. for 30 acres on Stateline Bridge Road for $1,200
• Report from the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
• Closed session to discuss prospective businesses and real property acquisition/disposition

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority approved a commitment letter for a $1,895,000 loan from the Virginia Small Business Financing Authority to finance the purchase of approximately 289 acres near the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill. The board also approved a $1,220,222 reimbursement to Danville Utilities for Phase II water system improvements and a one-year lease renewal with Mountain View Farms for $1,200. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved $1,895,000 VSBFA loan commitment for 289.47-acre purchase (4-0)
• Approved $1,220,222 reimbursement to Danville Utilities for Phase II water work (4-0)
• Approved one-year lease renewal with Mountain View Farms for $1,200 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of November 13, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report as of November 30, 2024 (4-0)
• Certified closed session compliance (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Danville Planning Commission will review several rezoning requests and special use permits, including a proposal to rezone 1819 North Main Street to Neighborhood Commercial and a request to waive sign area limits for Danville Public Schools.

• Rezone 1819 North Main Street from OT-R to N-C Neighborhood Commercial
• Danville Public Schools seeks waiver for maximum sign area at 280 Christopher Lane
• Patterson's Residential Services requests a special use permit for a group home at 145 Sherwood Drive
• Rezone 924 Arnett Boulevard from OT-R to HR-C Highway Retail Commercial
• Garrett Shifflett requests a waiver of maximum density at 553 Lynn Street

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the new Comprehensive Plan, 'PLANDanville.' The agenda includes multiple rezonings and special use permits, such as a 22.5-acre rezoning for multi-family and assisted living on Goodyear Blvd, and a group home at 158 Montague Street. Council will also consider several budget amendments, including $5.6 million for renovations at Dan River Falls, and the city manager's amended employment agreement.

• Adoption of new Comprehensive Plan 'PLANDanville'
• Rezoning 22.5 acres on Goodyear Blvd to multi-family and assisted living (J. Cubas Holdings)
• $5.6 million budget amendment for renovations at Dan River Falls
• Special use permit for group home at 158 Montague Street (with possible denial)
• Special use permit for child daycare center at 130 Clarkson Street

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear old business on a special exception permit for short-term rental at 109 Stanley Drive, and new business on two similar permits at 411 Ross Street and 1219 Lockett Drive. All applications seek to allow short-term rental as principal use under Article 2 Section Y. The board will also approve minutes from its October 17 meeting and work session.

• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00208 by Good Living Group LLC at 109 Stanley Drive (old business)
• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00524 by Kelsey Donley at 411 Ross Street (new business)
• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00552 by Timothy Beard at 1219 Lockett Drive (new business)
• Approval of October 17, 2024 minutes and work session minutes

General

The Danville City Council work session will include a discussion of the parking study. No decisions or votes are indicated for this item. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items.

• Discussion of Parking Study

City Council

The Danville City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several financial matters including authorizing up to $16 million in bonds for capital projects, accepting $500,000 in Virginia Department of Health grants for lead service line inventory, and endorsing VDOT applications for highway safety and bridge repair. They will also consider granting tax-exempt status to God's Pit Crew and reappointing members to the Industrial Development Authority.

• Ordinance authorizing up to $16 million in bonds to finance capital projects
• Ordinance accepting $500,000 in VDH grants for lead service line inventory
• Resolutions endorsing FY2026 VDOT Highway Safety Improvement Program, State of Good Repair Primary Extensions, and Locally Owned Bridges Program applications
• Public hearing and ordinance to designate God's Pit Crew as exempt from local real and personal property taxes
• Reappointment of T. Neal Morris and Russell Reynolds to the Industrial Development Authority

City Council

The City Council will meet for a work session to receive program and economic development updates. The agenda includes a closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition or disposition and a prospective business or industry.

• Program update
• Economic development update
• Closed meeting regarding acquisition or disposition of real property
• Closed meeting regarding a prospective business or industry

Industrial Development Authority

The Danville Industrial Development Authority will consider several resolutions, including the approval of a purchase agreement for 800 West Main Street from CVS Pharmacy. Other items include a parking lease at 424 Memorial Drive, a purchase of property on South Union Street, a contract to resurface a parking lot, and an architecture services contract up to $55,000. The board will vote on each resolution during the regular meeting.

• Resolution approving a parking lease agreement with Alexander Company, Inc. for the lower level of Dan River Falls at 424 Memorial Drive
• Resolution approving a purchase agreement for 800 West Main Street, Parcel No. 56612, from CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
• Resolution approving a purchase agreement for 118 South Union Street, parcels #20204, #22131, and #20219, from CC & B Real Estate LLP
• Resolution to approve a contract to resurface the parking lot at 816 Monument St, Danville
• Resolution approving a contract with Solex Architecture not to exceed $55,000 for architecture, engineering, and development services at 620‑622 North Main Street

River District Design Commission

The November 14, 2024 meeting of the River District Design Commission has been canceled because no cases were filed by the October 31 deadline.

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority will review an update to the regional economic development plan and consider several resolutions: a performance agreement offering tax rebates, fee waivers and grants totaling up to $13.5 million for a new industry at the Berry Hill megasite; a memorandum of understanding with Southwestern Virginia Gas Company for gas‑infrastructure work up to $15 million; a $20 million loan authorization from the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission; and a mitigation agreement with HGS, LLC involving a $50,000 fee. A financial status report will also be presented.

• Resolution 2024-11-13-5B: performance agreement with tax rebates, up to $1,000,000 building permit fee waiver, up to $2,015,000 enterprise zone jobs grant, up to $11,500,000 land cost grant for Berry Hill megasite in exchange for $1,350,600,000 investment and 2,015 jobs
• Resolution 2024-11-13-5C: MOU with Southwestern Virginia Gas Company for natural gas infrastructure at Berry Hill, not to exceed $15,000,000
• Resolution 2024-11-13-5D: authorization for a $20,000,000 loan from the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission for a gas gate and service extension at Berry Hill
• Resolution 2024-11-13-5E: mitigation agreement with HGS, LLC for wetlands work at Berry Hill, including a $50,000 fee for a 2‑year option to purchase environmental credits
• Presentation of an update to the Regional Economic Development Plan

Planning Commission

The Danville Planning Commission will consider adopting the City of Danville Comprehensive Plan, which sets goals for future land use decisions. The commission will also review two rezoning applications and ten special use permit requests, including a group home, a child daycare center, a hotel/motel, and a mini-storage warehouse. A code amendment to the zoning ordinance is also proposed.

• Adoption of the City of Danville Comprehensive Plan establishing future land use goals
• Rezoning of Parcels 02809 and 02854 from OT-R Old Town Residential to A-R Attached Residential (SPM Empowerment and Skills Inc.)
• Rezoning of 2608 Westover Drive from S-R Suburban Residential to A-R Attached Residential (Sandra Salas Tamayo)
• Special use permit for a group home at 158 Montague Street (Phoenix House LLC)
• Code amendment request to create Item 27 'Uses permitted by right and by special use permit in the HR-C District' (BWWDD, LLC)

Airport Commission

The Danville Regional Airport Commission will hear presentations from Danville Public Schools and Averett University on their aviation sciences and aeronautics programs. Members will also receive updates on site prep construction projects, review items from a previous strategic planning meeting, and get a fixed-base operator management update. Public comment will be taken on agenda items.

• Presentation by Dr. Angela Hairston on Danville Public Schools Aviation Sciences Program
• Presentation by Travis Williams on Averett University Aeronautics Program
• Update on site prep construction projects
• Review of items discussed at the April 19, 2024 Strategic Planning meeting
• FBO Management Update

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a special use permit for Lightshift Energy to build a public utilities facility (battery storage) at 900 Mount Cross Road, on a tax exemption request from Present Help Ministries, and on issuing up to $16 million in bonds for capital projects. Council will also consider first readings of a resolution for a 12 megawatt battery storage system and an ordinance to amend the budget for $500,000 in state grants for lead service line inventory. Additionally, proclamations will be made for Shop Small, Shop Local Month and Disability Rights and Resource Center Awareness Day.

• Special use permit for battery storage facility at 900 Mount Cross Rd by Lightshift Energy
• Tax exemption request from Present Help Ministries
• Issuance of up to $16 million in bonds for capital projects
• Resolution for 12 MW battery energy storage system agreement
• $500,000 budget amendment for lead service line inventory grants

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review the draft Comprehensive Plan and consider appointments to boards and commissions. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss prospective business or industry developments.

• Review of Draft Comprehensive Plan (Council Letter CL-1681)
• Consideration of appointments to boards and commissions
• Closed meeting regarding prospective business or industry

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will consider the minutes from its September 23, 2024 meeting, review the latest financial report, and hear a presentation on the city’s Comprehensive Plan. No specific actions are listed; the items are for discussion only.

• Review minutes of September 23, 2024 Commission meeting
• Financial Report presentation
• Presentation on City’s Comprehensive Plan

Commission of Architectural Review

The meeting scheduled for October 24, 2024, is canceled. This is due to a lack of cases being filed by the October 10, 2024, deadline.

Industrial Development Authority

The Danville Industrial Development Authority will discuss and vote on resolutions regarding the assignment and assumption of a Purchase Agreement with Schoolfield Community Partners LLC, as well as an amendment to that agreement. The meeting will also include a closed session permitted by state code for property acquisition and legal consultation.

• Resolution for assignment and assumption of Purchase Agreement
• Resolution for amendment to Purchase Agreement
• Closed meeting for property acquisition and legal consultation

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider two applications for Special Exception Permits. Both requests seek to allow short-term rentals as the principal use at specific residential properties.

• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00459 for short-term rental at 304 Wood Avenue
• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00519 for short-term rental at 185 Howeland Circle

General

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss updates regarding short-term rentals. The agenda also includes a review of procedures and other concerns or questions.

• Short-term rental update

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority is reviewing contracts for the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill and a utility easement for the Cyber Park project. The body will also receive financial status reports and hold a closed session regarding prospective businesses and real property.

• Cemetery relocation services from WSP USA Inc. for Lot 3 of Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill (not to exceed $353,553.00)
• Market assessment services from Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc. for Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill ($65,000.00)
• Revised permanent easement of approximately 1.608 acres for transmission lines at the Cyber Park project
• Financial Status Reports as of September 30, 2024

City Council

The Danville City Council will consider two budget appropriations: a $5,000 state aviation grant with a matching $5,000 local share for the Danville Regional Airport, and $2,000,000 from the General Fund for a Housing Study Action Plan. The meeting also includes reappointments to the Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority and the River District Design Commission, a review of September 30 General Fund financials, and a public hearing on abandoning three city easements at the Southern Virginia Megasite in Berry Hill.

• Ordinance amendment to provide $5,000 State Department of Aviation grant and $5,000 local share (total $10,000) for aviation promotion at Danville Regional Airport
• Ordinance amendment to allocate $2,000,000 from the Unassigned General Fund Balance for the Housing Study Action Plan
• Resolution reappointing Vanessa Cain and Faye Brown to the Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority
• Resolution reappointing Andrew Hessler and Courtney Nicholas to the River District Design Commission
• Resolution authorizing abandonment of three city easements at the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill in Pittsylvania County

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 10, 2024 was canceled because no cases were filed by the September 26, 2024 deadline. No agenda items were considered.

Industrial Development Authority

The Danville Industrial Development Authority will consider approvals for interior upgrades at 1350 Barker Road, a loan from the Virginia Small Business Finance Authority for that same property, and multiple facility lease agreements. It will also vote on a contract to finish renovations at 120 Cane Creek Boulevard and a contract addendum for work at 121‑127 North Union Street. All items are listed under the meeting’s Action Items section.

• Approve interior upfits of the building at 1350 Barker Road, Ringgold, VA
• Approve a loan from the Virginia Small Business Finance Authority for improvements at 1350 Barker Road
• Approve Facility Lease agreements with RBW Sports & Classics, Inc.; eBIO Nutritional Sciences, LLC; and Overfinch North America Inc.
• Approve contract to complete renovations at 120 Cane Creek Boulevard, Airside Industrial Park
• Approve contract addendum adding 121‑127 North Union Street to the contract with Virginia Architects

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to review updates on airport operations and infrastructure. Discussion items include a runway obstruction project and the status of the aviation training facility.

• Obstruction Removal Project – Runway 31 area
• Aviation Training Facility Update
• FBO Management Update
• Airport Open House/Free Fly Day

Planning Commission

The Danville Planning Commission will consider three new applications: a special use permit for a public utilities facility at 900 Mt Cross Road, a rezoning request for 22.50 acres along Goodyear Blvd, and a special use permit for assisted living residences on the same Goodyear Blvd parcels. The meeting will also approve minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting and receive a planning director's report.

• Special Use Permit PZ24-00482 for public utilities facility at 900 Mt Cross Road (Parcel 72885)
• Rezoning PZ24-00490 for 22.50 acres along Goodyear Blvd (Parcels 76199 & 75939)
• Special Use Permit PZ24-00491 for assisted living residences at Goodyear Blvd parcels

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several special use permits and charter amendments. The body is also discussing budget appropriations for aviation promotion and housing studies, as well as a 15-year lease for the Sutherlin Mansion.

• Proposed $2,000,000 appropriation from Unassigned General Fund Balance for the Housing Study Action Plan
• Special Use Permit for Seven Diamonds LLC at 521 Bridge Street regarding maximum density waiver
• Special Use Permit for Tremell Jeffries at 750 Main Street for an indoor commercial recreation establishment
• 15-year lease agreement for the Sutherlin Mansion with the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History
• Proposed $10,000 appropriation for aviation awareness at Danville Regional Airport ($5,000 grant and $5,000 local share)

Commission of Architectural Review

The meeting scheduled for September 26, 2023, is canceled. This is due to a lack of cases being filed by the September 12, 2024, deadline.

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will meet to discuss the minutes from its August 26, 2024 meeting, review the financial report, and consider establishing public comment. A capital projects update will also be provided.

• Review minutes of August 26, 2024 meeting
• Financial report presentation
• Discussion on establishing public comment
• Capital projects update

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Danville Board of Zoning Appeals will consider five applications for short-term rental permits and two variance requests for accessory buildings. The body will also review minutes from the previous meeting.

• Special Exception Permit for short-term rental at 14 Garland Street
• Special Exception Permit for short-term rental at 542 Cedarbrook Drive
• Special Exception Permit for short-term rental at 109 Glen Oak Drive
• Variance for detached accessory building at 158 Smith Street
• Variance for accessory building at 750 Memorial Drive

City Council

The Danville City Council will consider several budget appropriations, including a $3,907,470 grant for aviation capital projects at the Danville Regional Airport. A land lease agreement for Air Methods Corporation to build an air‑ambulance modular building at the airport will also be heard. Additional items include senior transportation grant funding, an Arts and Culture Plan, and a code amendment creating a Public Arts Commission.

• Approve $422,447 Older Americans Act grant for senior citizen transportation services
• Approve $3,907,470 State Aviation Capital Funding ($3,514,729 grant + $392,741 local share) for Danville Regional Airport projects
• Consider a land lease agreement for Air Methods Corporation to construct a modular air‑ambulance building at the airport
• Adopt the Arts and Culture Plan for the City of Danville
• Amend the City Code to add the Danville Public Arts Commission

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed charter amendments (CL-1590). The meeting includes updates on programs and economic development. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property and prospective business or industry.

• Proposed Charter Amendments (Council Letter CL-1590)
• Economic development update
• Closed meeting regarding acquisition or disposition of real property
• Closed meeting regarding prospective business or industry

The Danville City Council held a work session and approved the minutes from August 20, 2024. The City Attorney presented a comprehensive update to the City Charter to align with state law and improve readability; Council agreed to place it on an upcoming business agenda. Council also held a closed meeting to discuss real property acquisition/disposition and economic development prospects, and certified the closed meeting as lawful.

• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 work session (7-0)
• Agreed to place proposed charter amendments on upcoming business agenda
• Held closed meeting for real property and economic development discussions (7-0-2)
• Certified closed meeting as compliant with Virginia law (5-0-4)

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission is meeting to consider two Certificate of Appropriateness applications for property modifications. The body will also review minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting.

• Application PZ24-00442: replace windows and doors at 400 Bridge Street
• Application PZ24-00483: add new windows at 521 Bridge Street

Industrial Development Authority

The Danville Industrial Development Authority will consider multiple lease agreements, service contracts, and resolutions. Key actions include approving a loan to Masonic Towers Redevelopment, LLC and adopting amended language for the Special Projects Loan Fund. The board will also authorize easements and a temporary storage agreement for a sanitary sewer extension project.

• Approve a Special Projects Loan to Masonic Towers Redevelopment, LLC
• Approve amended program language for the Special Projects Loan Fund
• Approve lease agreements for 816 Monument Street and parking spaces at 427 Patton St.
• Approve architectural and design services for 231 Main Street
• Grant additional utility easements on IDA parcels 51588, 54629, 60539, and 60585

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to review updates on the Aviation Training Facility and FBO management. The body will also discuss an Airport Open House/Free Fly Day.

• Airport Open House/Free Fly Day
• Aviation Training Facility update
• FBO Management update

The Danville Regional Airport Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting. They received updates on the upcoming Airport Open House/Free Fly Day, the Aviation Training Facility project, and FBO management. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were informational only.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 13, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Danville‑Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority will consider three resolutions: a license agreement with Strata Solar for a $1,500 monthly fee, a contract to purchase 289.47 acres with a $50,000 deposit, and a performance agreement for RBW Sports & Classics to build an electric car facility. The RBW agreement includes 144 jobs at an average annual wage of $53,514.67 and a $7,951,000 capital investment. The board will also receive financial status reports as of August 31, 2024, and hold a closed session for legal counsel matters.

• Resolution 2024-09-09-5A: License agreement with Strata Solar, $1,500 monthly fee for one‑year term (extendable one year).
• Resolution 2024-09-09-5B: Purchase of ~289.47 acres (GPIN 1366-12-5834) with $50,000 non‑refundable deposit; optional extensions at $16,500 each.
• Resolution 2024-09-09-5C: Performance agreement for electric car plant at 1350 Barker Road, 144 jobs, $7,951,000 investment.
• Financial Status Reports as of August 31, 2024 presented by Authority Treasurer.
• Closed session to discuss confidential legal and business matters under Virginia Code provisions.

Planning Commission

The Danville Planning Commission will discuss two new special use permit applications. One seeks to allow a commercial kitchen and restaurant at 750 Main Street, while the other requests a density waiver for a property at 521 Bridge Street.

• Special Use Permit PZ24-00358 for commercial kitchen/restaurant at 750 Main Street
• Special Use Permit PZ24-00421 for density waiver at 521 Bridge Street

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments to incorporate grant funding for public safety, infrastructure, and senior services. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a density waiver for a property on Bridge Street.

• Proposed $3,907,470 appropriation for Danville Regional Airport site prep and design
• Special Use Permit application for 400 Bridge Street to waive maximum density
• Proposed $500,000 appropriation for White Mill Dam removal
• Proposed $142,000 appropriation for the Office of Violence Prevention
• Proposed $422,447 appropriation for Senior Citizen Transportation Services

The Danville City Council approved a special use permit for 400 Bridge LLC to waive maximum density at 400 Bridge Street, allowing a 25-unit residential project. The council also approved the consent agenda, including several budget amendments for grants, and reappointed members to city boards. Two budget ordinances were introduced on first reading to lie over for final adoption.

• Approved special use permit for 400 Bridge LLC to waive maximum density at 400 Bridge St. (8-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments for DCJS grant ($142,000), White Mill Dam removal grant ($500,000), JAG equipment grant ($16,000), and SRO grant ($136,270) (8-0-1)
• Reappointed Paul Liepe and appointed Luke Ramsey to Commission of Architectural Review (8-0-1)
• Reappointed Tyrell Payne to Community Improvement Council (8-0-1)
• Introduced first reading of ordinance for Older Americans Act grant ($422,447) for senior transportation
• Introduced first reading of ordinance for state aviation capital grant ($3,907,470) for airport improvements

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Danville, VA Transportation Advisory Committee will hold a meeting to approve past meeting minutes, receive financial and ridership reports, and discuss the FY24–FY25 capital program and a regional bus feasibility study. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The Transportation Advisory Committee approved the May 7, 2024 minutes and received updates on FY24 finances, ridership, and capital projects. No formal votes were taken on policy items; the meeting focused on reports and discussion of the regional bus feasibility study.

• Approved minutes of May 7, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed FY24 financial results: operating costs under budget by $413,374 (10.1%)
• Noted FY24 ridership increases: fixed route +1.0%, senior +16%, Reserve A Ride +25.5%, Handivan +13.2%
• Discussed FY25 capital projects: three buses ordered, bus wash system and maintenance pit proposals due September 2024, four bus shelters approved
• Discussed regional bus feasibility study with consultant Lib Rood; survey planned for October 2024

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will consider the minutes from its July 22, 2024 meeting and review the June unaudited financial statements. It will also discuss the proposed Mount Cross Road Battery Storage Project. No other items are on the agenda.

• Minutes of the July 22, 2024 Commission meeting
• Review of June unaudited financial statements
• Proposed Mount Cross Road Battery Storage Project

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will meet to consider two Certificates of Appropriateness. The body will review requests for landscaping and residential renovations.

• Certificate of Appropriateness PZ24-00403 for a privacy hedge at Parcel 24234
• Certificate of Appropriateness PZ24-00409 for front porch renovation at 830 Pine Street

City Council

The City Council will review several budget amendments for state grants and discuss support for a regional natural gas project. The body is also considering a performance contract for community services and an application for the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission.

• Resolution supporting the Williams Company Southeast Supply Enhancement natural gas project
• Budget amendment for White Mill Dam Removal grant totaling $500,000
• Budget amendment for Office of Violence Prevention grant of $142,000
• Budget amendment for School Resource Officer grant totaling $136,270
• Budget amendment for Creative Communities Art Grant totaling $9,500

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review the Danville Arts and Culture Plan and consider appointments to boards and commissions. The meeting includes updates on economic development and programs, followed by a closed session regarding real property, economic development, and litigation.

• Presentation of the Danville Arts and Culture Plan (CL-1489)
• Consideration of Appointments to Boards and Commissions (CL-1534)
• Closed meeting regarding acquisition or disposition of real property
• Closed meeting regarding prospective business or industry for economic development
• Closed meeting for legal counsel and litigation briefings

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three applications for short-term rental permits and one variance request for a non-conforming use expansion. The board will also review minutes from the July 18, 2024 meeting.

• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00281 for short-term rental at 46 Milton Avenue
• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00340 for short-term rental at 105 Vista Court
• Variance PZ24-00379 for expansion of legal non-conforming use at 212 Martha Street
• Special Exception Permit PZ24-00384 for short-term rental at 118 Glen Oak Drive

Industrial Development Authority

The Danville Industrial Development Authority will vote on financing, property transfers, and architectural contracts for downtown redevelopment projects. The meeting includes routine approvals of past minutes and financial reports, followed by action items on leases, land conveyances, and a $24,000 consulting contract for a hospitality center.

• Approve $3M loan to Southside Storage Prospects, LLC
• Approve $24,000 consulting contract with 1033 Consulting for hospitality center
• Authorize purchase of parcels 22329, 21745, and 21746 from Shelton Street, LLC for up to $50,000
• Approve lease for The Alexander Company at 206 N Union Suite 100
• Authorize property transfers with City of Danville and Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission is meeting to discuss capital improvement grant requests for the August 2024 Virginia Aviation Board meeting. The body will also receive updates on the Aviation Training Facility and the South Ramp Rehabilitation Project.

• Capital Improvement grant requests for the August 2024 Virginia Aviation Board meeting
• Aviation Training Facility update
• South Ramp Rehabilitation Project update
• Review of final draft airport promotional video
• FBO Management update

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority is considering two resolutions to fund an update to the 2019 Regional Economic Development Strategic Plan. The update would be split between Dewberry Engineers Inc. and Economic Leadership, L.L.C. The body will also review financial status reports as of July 31, 2024.

• Resolution 2024-08-12-5A: $91,455.00 for Dewberry Engineers Inc. for strategic plan update
• Resolution 2024-08-12-5B: $103,515.00 for Economic Leadership, L.L.C. for strategic plan update
• Financial Status Reports as of July 31, 2024
• Closed session to discuss prospective businesses and real property acquisition/disposition
• Staff follow-up on road naming with the County Board of Supervisors

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider Special Use Permit Application PZ24-00331, filed by 400 Bridge LLC, which seeks a waiver of the maximum density requirement for the property at 400 Bridge Street (Parcel 21490). The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the July 8, 2024 meeting. No other items are listed for discussion.

• Special Use Permit Application PZ24-00331 for 400 Bridge Street (Parcel 21490)
• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2024 meeting

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission is meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application. The body will review a request to install a privacy fence at a specific residential property.

• Certificate of Appropriateness application PZ24-00378 for a privacy fence at 515 Memorial Drive

City Council

The Danville City Council will meet on August 6, 2024, to consider zoning amendments, approve or deny special use permits for residential developments, and appoint members to local boards and commissions. The meeting includes public hearings on new housing proposals and a vote on a grant for local arts funding.

• Special use permit for indoor commercial recreation at 1417 South Main Street (PZ24-00245)
• Special use permit for multifamily dwellings at 130 South Ridge Street (PZ24-00265)
• Special use permit for duplex at 1116 Richmond Boulevard (PZ24-00269)
• Zoning ordinance amendment to Article 3.P, Section H (Council Letter CL-1485)
• Amendment to FY2025 budget for Creative Communities Art Grant ($9,500 total) (CL-1469)

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review is meeting to consider two Certificate of Appropriateness applications for property changes in historic districts. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive staff updates.

• Certificate of Appropriateness PZ24-00322 for a fence at 125 Chestnut Street (Parcel 23257)
• Certificate of Appropriateness PZ24-00305 to renovate enclosed rear porch at 162 Sutherlin Avenue (Parcel 25675)
• Approval of minutes from June 27, 2024

Danville Utility Commission

The Danville Utility Commission will approve the minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting and review the May financial statements. The primary item for discussion is a proposal to change the distributed generation net metering policy. No other substantive decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Review of May Financial Statements
• Proposed Distributed Generation Net Metering Policy Changes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Danville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider seven special exception permit applications, all requesting permission to operate short-term rentals as the principal use at various residential properties. The board will vote on each application after hearing the cases.

• Special Exception PZ24-00206: 18 Garland Street (Good Living Group LLC)
• Special Exception PZ24-00207: 14 Garland Street (Good Living Group LLC)
• Special Exception PZ24-00208: 109 Stanley Drive (Good Living Group LLC)
• Special Exception PZ24-00263: 29 Schoolfield Drive (Sherry Cockman)
• Special Exception PZ24-00270: 241 Third Avenue West (Lauren Smith)

City Council

The Danville City Council is meeting to consider several items, including final adoption of a budget amendment for an airport maintenance grant, authorization for an electric transmission services agreement, and a public hearing and first reading for the FY 2024-25 Community Development One-Year Action Plan. The agenda also includes routine consent items and public comment periods.

• Final adoption of ordinance amending FY2025 budget for $110,000 airport maintenance grant ($64,000 state, $46,000 local)
• Resolution authorizing City Manager to execute American Municipal Power Transmission Agency Agreement
• Public hearing and first reading of resolution to submit FY2024-25 One-Year Action Plan to HUD
• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

The Danville City Council is holding a work session to consider approving minutes from June 4, 2024, and to make appointments to boards and commissions. They will also receive program and economic development updates. The meeting will close for discussions on real property acquisition/disposition and a prospective business or industry.

• Consideration of approval of minutes from June 4, 2024 work session
• Consideration of appointments to boards and commissions
• Closed meeting for real property acquisition/disposition
• Closed meeting for prospective business or industry discussion

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review financial statements and staff updates. Action items include a lease for 208 N Union Suite 100 and the purchase of 530 Patton Street parcels.

• Lease for 208 N Union Suite 100 between IDA and Christine B Eanes, LLC
• Purchase of 530 Patton Street Parcels 20218 and 20215
• Review of IDA Statement of Accounts as of June 30, 2024

Airport Commission

The commission will review capital improvement grant requests for the August 2024 Virginia Aviation Board meeting, receive updates on the Aviation Training Facility and South Ramp Rehabilitation Project, and discuss FBO management. The agenda also includes the election of officers and a closed session.

• Capital improvement grant requests for the August 2024 Virginia Aviation Board meeting
• Update on the Aviation Training Facility
• Update on the South Ramp Rehabilitation Project
• FBO management update
• Election of commission officers led by Alan Spencer

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority is considering a ground lease for an energy storage system at the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill. Other items include street improvements near the same project, amendments to Cyber Park covenants, and a new County Administrator Officer appointment.

• Ground lease with Tupelo Storage, LLC for an energy storage system on ~85 acres at Berry Hill
• Lease rent of $5,000.00 during development and $1,800.00 per acre of buildable land during construction/operations
• Deeds of Dedication and Easement for State Highway Route 311 widening/improvement project
• Third Amendment to Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for the Cyber Park
• Appointment of Vincent E. Shorter as County Administrator Officer

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider multiple requests for residential and commercial uses. These include applications for duplexes, multifamily dwellings, and an indoor commercial recreation facility.

• Indoor commercial recreation at 1417 South Main Street
• Multifamily dwellings at 130 South Ridge Street
• Duplex residential dwelling at 1116 Richmond Blvd
• Duplex residential dwelling at 721 Chatham Avenue
• Code amendment to Chapter 41 Zoning Ordinance

City Council

The Danville City Council will hold public hearings and consider several rezoning requests, budget amendments, and a legal settlement authorization. These rezoning requests could change land use and development patterns at specific city addresses, while the aviation grants would fund airport property maintenance and safety surveys. Adjusting mayor and council salaries sets local leadership compensation, and the opioid settlement authorization directs city funds toward legal claims. All items are currently proposed for discussion and potential action.

• Rezoning 916 and 1076 West Main Street from industrial to highway retail commercial (1076 Schoolfield, LLC)
• Rezoning 660 Arnett Boulevard from multifamily residential to highway retail commercial (Scott Loftis)
• Rezoning 627 and 629 Monroe Street from old town residential to multifamily residential (Walden France American Legion Post 29)
• Amending the Fiscal Year 2024 budget to allocate $52,058 plus a $5,785 local share for a state aviation grant
• Authorizing the city’s participation in the proposed settlement of opioid-related claims against Kroger Co.

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission of Architectural Review will meet to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness application. The agenda includes a request for a front yard fence at 614 Holbrook Avenue and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness PZ24-00246: front yard fence at 614 Holbrook Avenue

General

The Industrial Development Authority will consider resolutions regarding a temporary easement for the demolition of the Long Mill Dam. The meeting also includes actions related to operating agreements and side agreements for local entities.

• Temporary easement for demolition of 'Long Mill Dam' on parcel number 26621
• First Amendment to the Operating Agreement of 424 Memorial Drive Managing Member, LLC
• Danville White Mill Condo #1 Side Agreement

Danville Utility Commission

The Commission will discuss the minutes from the April 22, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes a review of April financial statements and grant funded capital projects.

• Review of April Financial Statements
• Grant Funded Capital Projects

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Danville Board of Zoning Appeals will review two variance requests during this regular meeting. These hearings determine whether specific properties may deviate from local zoning rules, which affects property use and neighborhood standards. One applicant seeks to place a sign on a lot separate from the main property at Parcel 73535, while another asks to build an accessory structure outside the rear yard at 1118 Westover Drive (Parcel 57314). The board will also approve the May 16 meeting minutes, though no final decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• Variance PZ24-00196: Request to place a sign on a lot separate from the principal use at Parcel 73535.
• Variance PZ24-00225: Request to locate an accessory structure outside the rear yard at 1118 Westover Drive (Parcel 57314).
• Approval of the May 16, 2024 meeting minutes.

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, capital plan, and appropriation ordinance. The meeting also includes votes on several fee increases effective July 1, 2024, and a property purchase for utility expansion.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and Capital and Special Projects Plan
• Ordinances to increase Community Development Planning and Zoning fees effective July 1, 2024
• Ordinances to increase Inspection, Sanitation, and Cemetery fees effective July 1, 2024
• Purchase of 1.75 acres on Livestock Road in Pittsylvania County for utility expansion
• Amendment of the FY2024 budget for a $52,058 state aviation grant plus $5,785 local share

River District Design Commission

The commission will review Certificate of Appropriateness applications regarding building exteriors. These include awning replacement, sign refacing, and window/paint updates.

• Awning replacement at 113 North Market Street (PZ24-00264)
• Wall sign refacing at 109 Bridge Street (PZ24-00275)
• Window replacement and exterior painting at 553 Lynn St (PZ24-00278)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will consider a request from the River District Association regarding the building at 628 N Main Street. The board will also review a revised Letter of Intent for the former Hylton Hall property.

• Request to use 628 N Main Street for True North Speaker Series Celebration
• Consideration of Revised Letter of Intent for the former Hylton Hall Property
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition

Airport Commission

The Commission will review capital improvement grant requests for the August 2024 Virginia Aviation Board meeting. Updates are scheduled regarding the Aviation Training Facility, the South Ramp Rehabilitation Project, and FBO Management.

• Capital Improvement grant requests
• Aviation Training Facility Update
• South Ramp Rehabilitation Project Update
• Nominating Committee report for Commission Officers
• FBO Management Update

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority is considering several land and infrastructure actions for the Cyber Park and Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill. Items include a nitrogen tank installation, road abandonment, and a regional bus feasibility study.

• Installation of a 9,000 gallon nitrogen tank at Cyber Park by Electronic Instrumentation and Technology, LLC
• Abandonment of portions of Oak Hill Road adjacent to the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill
• $90,000.00 amendment for engineering services with Dewberry Engineers Inc. at Southern Virginia Megasite
• Modification of Appalachian Power Company lease to a month-to-month term at $1,500.00 per month
• Subdivision of Lot 7D into new Lots 7E and 7F within the Cyber Park project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land-use applications including rezoning requests and special use permits. Items include potential commercial recreation, planned unit developments, and changes to residential or industrial zoning.

• Special Use Permit for commercial recreation at 218 Poplar Street
• Planned Unit Development application for multiple parcels by Blackstone Building Group LLC
• Rezoning of 627 and 629 Monroe Street from OT-R to M-R
• Rezoning of 916 and 1076 West Main Street from M-I to HR-C
• Special Use Permit for automobile salvage yard at 2025 South Boston Road

City Council

The City Council will consider several legislative actions including a real estate tax rate reduction and the authorization of bonds for electric distribution expansion. The meeting also includes discussions on special use permits, city budget approvals, and various fee changes.

• Decrease of real estate tax from 84 cents to 83 cents per $100 of assessed value
• Authorization of bonds up to $25,000,000 for electric distribution expansion capital projects
• Special use permit for Pangea Asian Fusion at 112 Westover Drive
• Special use permit for an accessory building at Lake Heron Drive (Parcel 71320)
• Sale of parcels 26470 and 26471 on Lynn Street to the Industrial Development Authority

City Council

The City Council will consider proposed changes to the city's personnel system and Chapter 32 retirement system. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding real property and economic development.

• Revisions to the Personnel System (CL - 1350)
• Revisions to Chapter 32 Retirement System (CL - 1375)
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition
• Closed meeting regarding prospective economic development

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications regarding exterior building changes. Staff will also present a nomination for 709 Betts Street to the National Register of Historic Places.

• Awning, outdoor seating, monument sign, and garage door replacement at 807 Pine Street
• Exterior updates to the accessory building at 622 Holbrook Avenue
• Exterior updates at 215 Jefferson Avenue
• Rear deck installation at 608 Holbrook Avenue
• Nomination of 709 Betts Street to National and State historic registers

City Council

The City Council will review several budget amendments, including grants for victim witness programs and school resource officers. The meeting includes discussions on decreasing real estate and personal property tax rates, as well as authorizing $25,000,000 in bonds for capital projects.

• Victim Witness Grant Program: $164,687 state grant with $2,000 local match
• School Resource Officer Grant: $88,117 revenue increase and $29,749 local share
• Capital Projects: $600,000 appropriation from Business Occupancy License Taxes
• Personal Property Tax decrease from $3.60 to $3.45 per $100 of assessed value
• Real Estate Tax rate decrease from 84 cents to 83 cents per $100 of assessed value

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will review three applications for short-term rental use at specific residential properties. Additionally, the Board will consider a variance request regarding sign placement requirements.

• Short-term rental application for 153 Wendell Scott Drive
• Short-term rental application for 127 Berman Drive
• Short-term rental application for 732 Hughes Street
• Sign placement variance application for Parcel 73535

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will consider a resolution to approve an amended and restated Casino Resort Development Agreement involving Caesars Virginia, LLC and Caesars Entertainment, Inc. The meeting also includes reviews of recent financial statements and minutes. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property and economic development matters.

• Approval of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Statement of Accounts as of April 30, 2024
• Resolution for amended Casino Resort Development Agreement with Caesars Virginia, LLC and Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
• Closed session regarding real property acquisition or disposition
• Closed session regarding prospective business or industry

Airport Commission

The Commission will receive updates on the Aviation Training Facility and the South Ramp Rehabilitation Project. The meeting also includes a review of a draft airport promotional video and the establishment of a nominating committee.

• Review of draft Airport Promotional Video
• Aviation Training Facility Update
• South Ramp Rehabilitation Project Update
• Establishment of Nominating Committee for Commission Officers
• FBO Management Update

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority is considering a change order for a gas interceptor station planning study at the Southern Virginia Megasite. Members will also consider revising bylaws regarding administrative contracts and appointing an interim County Administrator Officer.

• Resolution 2024-05-13-5A: Revising Authority bylaws to grant officers authority to execute certain administrative contracts
• Resolution 2024-05-13-5B: Change Order No. 1 for a $30,000.00 planning study for a new Gas Interceptor Station at Berry Hill Lots 1 and 2
• Resolution 2024-05-13-5C: Appointing Dave Arnold as the Interim County Administrator Officer
• Financial Status Reports as of April 30, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider four special use permit applications. These include requests for commercial recreation facilities and a density waiver at 400 Bridge Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting.

• Commercial recreation facilities at 112 Westover Drive
• Accessory building request for Parcel 71320
• Commercial recreation facilities at 218 Poplar Street
• Density waiver request at 400 Bridge Street

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission will review a certificate of appropriateness request from Dustin and Katie Haberer regarding signs at 545 Main Street. The meeting also includes a review of the April 11, 2024 minutes and a report on the upcoming PLANDanville Block Party.

• Certificate of appropriateness PZ24-00210: sign installation at 545 Main Street
• Review of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Report on PLANDanville Block Party scheduled for May 22, 2024

Transportation Advisory Committee

The committee will review financial, ridership, and employment status reports. Members will also receive updates on the FY24 and FY25 Capital Program of Projects and state operating assistance allocation.

• Update on FY24 and FY25 Capital Program of Projects
• Financial, ridership, and employment status reports
• Update on FY State Operating Assistance allocation and formula
• Approval of December 14, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget amendments involving utility revenue bonds, general obligation bonds, and a recreation program. The meeting includes multiple public hearings regarding rezoning, special use permits, and various city code amendments.

• Budget amendment for a $326,615 Recreation Enrichment Program
• Proposed personal property tax decrease from $3.60 to $3.45 per $100 of assessed value
• Proposed transient lodgers occupancy tax increase from $2.00 to $3.00 per day
• Rezoning application for 533 Piney Forest Road
• Special use permit for a group home at 18 Selma Avenue

City Council

The council will consider approving minutes from the April 2, 2024, work session. The agenda includes consideration of appointments to boards and commissions. Closed sessions are also scheduled for discussions regarding real property, economic development, and legal matters.

• Approval of April 2, 2024, meeting minutes
• Appointments to Boards and Commissions
• Closed session regarding real property acquisition or disposition
• Closed session concerning prospective business or industry for economic development
• Closed session for legal consultation

Commission of Architectural Review

The scheduled meeting for April 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The Commission will provide notification regarding a potential meeting in May.

Danville Utility Commission

The Commission will discuss the minutes from the March 25, 2024 meeting and review February financial statements. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Lead and Copper Service Line Inventory Mandate.

• Review of February Financial Statements
• Lead and Copper Service Line Inventory Mandate

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission is conducting a strategic planning workshop to discuss its roles and responsibilities. The meeting includes reviews of the Airport Layout Plan, Master Plan, and infrastructure reports. Discussions will also cover short-term and long-term development needs for the airport.

• Review of the Airport Layout Plan and Master Plan
• Discussion on hangar needs for larger aircraft and maintenance providers
• Development of South Ramp access for shops and a shipping center
• Proposed expansion of the fuel farm
• Long-term considerations for airport fees and property taxes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider several applications for special exception permits to allow short-term rentals as a principal use. The agenda also includes an appeal regarding a building permit determination.

• Short-term rental application at 242 Lipton Lane
• Appeal of building permit R24-000078 by Robert Vaughan
• Short-term rental application at 147 Benefield Street
• Short-term rental application at 70 Ashlawn Drive
• Short-term rental application at 410 Tamworth Drive

City Council

The City Council will review general fund financials and consider several ordinances regarding city code updates. The meeting includes discussions on issuing general obligation and utility revenue bonds, as well as a funding appropriation for a recreation enrichment program.

• Resolution to issue one or more series of General Obligation Public Improvement Bonds
• Ordinance to update the City of Danville's Procurement Code
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 24 regarding Parades and Other Assemblies
• Ordinance to anticipate proceeds from Utility Revenue Bonds
• First reading of a $326,615 appropriation for a Recreation Enrichment Program

City Council

The City Council will discuss a presentation on PLAN Danville and consider resolutions regarding surplus city-owned property. This includes releasing liens and taxes against Lee Street to facilitate a transfer to the Department of Veterans' Affairs. The council will also hold a closed meeting for performance reviews of the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney.

• PLAN Danville presentation (CL - 1217)
• Resolution to declare city property surplus for transfer to US Dept of Veterans' Affairs (CL - 1259)
• Release of liens and taxes against Parcel 22973 Lee Street (CL - 1255)

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications. Items include a proposed parking garage at 403 Spring Street and various signage or facade updates.

• Parking garage construction at 403 Spring Street (Rivermont Danville, LLC)
• Facade updates at 418 Lynn Street (River City Fitness LLC)
• Updated signage at 628 Main Street (Atlantic Union Bank)
• Wall sign installation at 308 Craghead Street (Dr. Nicholas Sturdifen)
• Monument sign installation at 227 Lynn Street (Belk Architecture)

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review the March 12, 2024, meeting minutes and the statement of accounts as of March 31, 2024. The agenda includes staff updates from the Housing and Development and Economic Development and Tourism departments.

• Review of IDA Statement of Accounts as of March 31, 2024
• Closed meeting for real property acquisition or disposition
• Closed meeting regarding prospective business or industry
• Closed meeting for consultation with legal counsel

Airport Commission

The Commission will review updates on several airport operations and projects. Discussion items include a strategic planning workshop, promotional video production, an aviation training facility, and FBO management.

• Strategic Planning Workshop Agenda
• Airport Promotional Video Production Update
• Aviation Training Facility Update
• FBO Management Update

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority will consider several actions regarding the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill Project. These include a lease renewal for Osborne Company of North Carolina, Inc., a timber sale contract amendment, and modifications to vegetative buffers near U.S. Highway 311 and Oak Hill Road.

• Modification to Crown Castle Towers 06-2 LLC ground lease agreement
• One-year lease renewal for Osborne Company of North Carolina, Inc. at 4380 Berry Hill Road
• Amendment to Berry Hill Industrial Park restrictive covenants regarding vegetative buffers
• Amendment to Hopkins Lumber Contractors, Inc. timber sale contract
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Report

Planning Commission

The Danville Planning Commission will review several rezoning applications and special use permits. The agenda includes proposed zoning changes for Piney Forest Road and South Main Street, as well as a code amendment regarding car washes.

• Rezoning 533 Piney Forest Road from PS-C to HR-C
• Rezoning 221 South Main Street from OT-R to TO-C
• Special use permit for a group home at 18 Selma Avenue
• Special use permit for retail sales at 108 West Main Street
• Code amendment to add 'Car washes' to the zoning ordinance

City Council

The Danville City Council will enact routine consent items via a single motion, including a $5,309,442 appropriation for Comprehensive Services Act and housing grants. Members will also hold public hearings to discuss and decide on multiple zoning amendments, special use permits for commercial recreation facilities, a building height waiver at 1080 Riverside Drive, and a rezoning request along Longview Avenue. These actions will update local land-use rules, approve or deny specific development projects, and direct state and federal funding.

• Amend FY2024 budget to appropriate $5,309,442 in Comprehensive Services Act funds and local matching funds
• Rezoning Parcel 70961 on Longview Avenue from T-R Threshold Residential to NT-R Neotraditional Residential
• Special use permit for a building height waiver over 50 feet at 1080 Riverside Drive (Parcel 02176)
• Special use permits for indoor commercial recreation facilities at 1010 Piney Forest Road, 401 Main Street, and 510 Spring Street
• Amend Chapter 41 of the Zoning Ordinance and update City Code Section 2-5 regarding the city seal

City Council

The City Council will consider amending Chapter 24 of the Danville City Code. The agenda also includes updates on programs and economic development, as well as a closed session regarding real property and prospective business.

• Amendment of Danville City Code Chapter 24
• Approval of March 5, 2024, work session minutes
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition
• Closed meeting regarding prospective business or industry

Commission of Architectural Review

On March 28, 2024, the Danville Commission of Architectural Review will meet to review application PZ24-00140, which proposes replacing a damaged masonry wall with a fence at 937 Main Street (Parcel 26419). The body will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and complete standard administrative procedures.

• Certificate of Appropriateness application PZ24-00140 to replace a masonry wall with a fence at 937 Main Street (Parcel 26419)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Standard call to order and roll call procedures

Danville Utility Commission

The Commission will discuss the minutes from the February 26, 2024 meeting and review January financial statements. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding upcoming economic development related capital projects.

• Review of January Financial Statements
• Upcoming Economic Development Related Capital Projects

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several applications for special exception permits to allow short-term rentals as a principal use. The meeting also includes a variance request regarding road frontage and an appeal of a building permit determination.

• Short-term rental permit: 242 Lipton Lane
• Short-term rental permit: 205 Arlington Place
• Short-term rental permit: 127 Berman Drive
• Short-term rental permit: 620 Timberlake Drive
• Short-term rental permit: 33 Schoolfield Drive

City Council

The Danville City Council will hear a presentation on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. The meeting includes final votes on bond issuances and appropriations for VDOT projects and aviation engineering services. Additionally, the Council will consider new ordinances regarding utility revenue bonds and community development grants.

• Presentation of the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Final adoption of $11,111,966 for VDOT capital improvement projects
• Final adoption of $127,182 for aviation training facility engineering services
• Authorization of bonds up to $16,000,000 for various capital projects
• Resolution for utility revenue bonds not exceeding $13,520,000

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications. These include requests for wall signs, painted signs, a new parking garage, and a 125-unit apartment building.

• Wall sign installation at 402 Wilson Street and 312 Lynn Street
• Sign installation at 680 Lynn Street
• Sign painting at 501 Craghead Street
• Parking garage construction at 403 Spring Street
• Deconstruction of 601 Lynn Street for a new 125-unit apartment

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review several action items including property leases and infrastructure improvements. The body will also consider a resolution for a permanent loan related to a building in the Cyber Park.

• Lease agreement for 310 Main Street and 312 Main Street with Enterprises by the Dan, LLC
• VDOT vehicular safety improvements on parcel 2347-24-2335 in Cane Creek Centre
• Permanent loan resolution for Cyber Park Lot 10B not to exceed $1,437,500
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition and prospective business

Airport Commission

The Commission will discuss several operational and planning updates. Topics include the Strategic Planning Workshop, a promotional video, the Capital Improvement Plan, an aviation training facility, and FBO management.

• Strategic Planning Workshop Agenda
• Airport Promotional Video Production Update
• Airport Capital Improvement Plan
• Aviation Training Facility Update
• FBO Management Update

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority will review financial status reports as of February 29, 2024. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss prospective businesses, real property acquisitions or dispositions, and legal matters.

• Financial Status Reports as of February 29, 2024
• Discussion of prospective businesses in Pittsylvania County and Danville
• Discussion regarding Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill, Cyber Park, and Cane Creek Centre projects

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several Special Use Permit applications for commercial recreation, group homes, and kennels. The agenda also includes a request to amend the City's Zoning Ordinance and a rezoning application for Parcel 70961.

• Building height waiver at 1080 Riverside Drive
• Zoning Ordinance amendment for Chapter 41
• Commercial recreation facilities at 1010 Piney Forest Road
• Commercial recreation facilities at 2420 North Main Street
• Group home at 18 Selma Avenue

City Council

The Danville City Council is reviewing several budget amendments and zoning applications. This includes a final vote on using $2,000,000 in casino gaming taxes to fund capital projects. The Council will also hold public hearings regarding rezoning requests at 1700 West Main Street.

• Final adoption of $2,000,000 in casino gaming tax revenues for capital projects
• First reading of an ordinance authorizing up to $16,000,000 in bonds for capital projects
• Rezoning 14 acres at 1700 West Main Street from T-R to M-R
• Rezoning 10 acres at 1700 West Main Street from T-R to NT-R
• Budget amendment of $127,182 for aviation training facility engineering services

City Council

The City Council will receive an update on delinquent tax collection efforts. The meeting also includes updates regarding economic development and communications.

• Update on Delinquent Tax Collection Efforts
• Economic Development Update
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition
• Closed meeting regarding prospective business or industry

Danville Utility Commission

The Commission will review the January 22, 2024 meeting minutes and December financial statements. Discussion includes a follow-up on the Fiscal Year 2025 Utilities Budget and the customer electric outage notification system.

• Review of December Financial Statements
• Follow-up discussion: Fiscal Year 2025 Utilities Budget
• Customer Electric Outage Notification System

City Council

The City Council will review General Fund financials as of January 31, 2024. The Council is also considering a grant application for the removal of the White Mill/Long Mill Dam. Additionally, members will consider an ordinance to increase revenues from casino gaming taxes by $2,000,000 to fund capital projects.

• $2,000,000 budget amendment using casino gaming taxes for capital projects
• Grant application for the removal of White Mill/Long Mill Dam
• Appointments to the Southern Area Agency on Aging and Airport Commission
• Review of General Fund financials as of January 31, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review numerous applications for special exception permits to allow short-term rentals as a principal use. Additionally, the board will consider a variance request regarding public water and sewer requirements on Isom Court.

• 36 Special Exception Permit applications for short-term rentals at various locations
• Variance application PZ24-00037 for private well/septic use at Isom Court

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will consider resolutions regarding a business loan and service agreements. The agenda also includes reviewing financial reports and entering a closed session for property discussions.

• Loan up to $30,000 for Uncle Al’s Diner, LLC and individuals
• Agreement with Timmons Group up to $23,500.00 for geotechnical services
• Economic interest assignment for 206-208 N. Union Street
• Temporary easement for a sediment pond on multiple parcels

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority will consider granting permanent easements to the City of Danville for a power substation and transmission line at Tax Parcel ID 76441. These easements are intended to support the development of the Cyber Park Project. Staff will also present updates on a 165-acre parcel rezoning and regional economic development plans.

• Easement for power substation and distribution circuits at Tax Parcel ID 76441
• Easement for transmission line at Tax Parcel ID 76441
• Rezoning of a 165-acre parcel to accommodate mixed-use development
• Financial status reports as of January 31, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning requests for parcels at 1700 West Main Street. The agenda also includes special use permit applications for an accessory building and a residential conversion.

• Rezoning of ~14 acres at 1700 West Main Street to M-R Multifamily Residential
• Rezoning of ~10 acres at 1700 West Main Street to NT-R Neotraditional Residential
• Special Use Permit for an accessory building without a primary dwelling at Parcel 58005
• Special Use Permit to convert a single-family residence into a duplex at 912 Green Street
• Review of Subdivision Plat at 1700 West Main Street (Parcel 51484)

City Council

The Danville City Council will consider several rezoning applications and ordinance amendments. These include requests to rezone properties on Forestdale Drive and Parker Road, as well as a sign area waiver for 540 Central Boulevard. The council will also review an amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding vehicle repair establishments.

• Rezoning 135 Forestdale Drive from residential to neighborhood commercial
• Special Use Permit for vehicle repair at 135 Forestdale Drive
• Sign area waiver for 540 Central Boulevard
• Rezoning Parker Road from shopping center to multifamily residential
• Amending zoning ordinance for automobile and light vehicle repair establishments

City Council

The City Council will consider appointments to various boards and commissions. The meeting includes updates on economic development and communications from city leadership.

• Consideration of Appointments to Boards and Commissions
• Economic Development Update
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition
• Closed meeting regarding prospective business or industry for economic development

Commission of Architectural Review

The Commission will consider requests for kitchen expansions, deck removals, and a residential conversion to a duplex. The meeting also includes the election of officers and approval of previous minutes.

• Kitchen expansion at 1009 Main Street (PZ23-00494)
• Deck removal and balcony installation at 806 Main Street (PZ23-00487)
• Conversion of single-family residence to a duplex at 912 Green Street (PZ24-00038)

Danville Utility Commission

The Commission will review the financial statements from November. The meeting also includes an introduction to the Utilities Budget for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Review of November Financial Statements
• Introduction to Fiscal Year 2025 Utilities Budget

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider several applications to allow short-term rentals as a principal use at various residential addresses. Additionally, the Board will review a variance request regarding an accessory structure in a street yard.

• Variance for accessory structure at 205 Fox Hollow Drive
• Short-term rental permit at 212 A&B, 214 B, and 216 A Jefferson Avenue
• Short-term rental permit at 350 Hermitage Drive
• Short-term rental permit at 232 Avalon Drive
• Short-term rental permit at 129 Stokesland Avenue

City Council

The City Council will review the General Fund financials as of December 31, 2023, and a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Report. The meeting includes discussions on releasing nuisance abatement liens for properties on Hughes Street and several streets including Grove and Lee. Additionally, the council will consider rezoning applications for parcels on Jenny Lane.

• Review of General Fund Financials as of December 31, 2023
• Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Report
• Release of nuisance abatement liens for Parcel #23531 on Hughes Street
• Release of nuisance abatement liens for parcels on Grove, Colquhoun, Lee, and Stokes Streets
• Rezoning applications for parcels on Jenny Lane by J. Cubas Holdings, LLC

River District Design Commission

The River District Design Commission will hold elections for its officers. The meeting includes a review of a Certificate of Appropriateness request for exterior updates at 416 Lynn Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 14, 2023, meeting.

• Election of officers
• Certificate of Appropriateness request PZ23-00501 for exterior updates at 416 Lynn Street
• Review of September 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will consider resolutions for two lease agreements. One involves the property at 206 North Union Street, Suite 100, and the other is a renewal for the River District Association. A closed meeting is also scheduled to discuss real property and economic development.

• Lease agreement for 206 North Union Street, Suite 100
• Lease renewal with Downtown Danville Association d/b/a River District Association
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition or disposition
• Closed meeting concerning prospective business or industry

Industrial Development Authority

The Airside Development Review Committee will review a report for Essel Propack and consider an action item regarding a structure. The committee is asked to authorize an 18’ x 20’ pump house located at 187 Cane Creek Boulevard.

• Resolution to approve an 18’ x 20’ pump house at 187 Cane Creek Boulevard
• Staff report for Essel Propack

Airport Commission

The Commission will receive updates on the Aviation Training Facility Project and the Fuel Farm Expansion Project. Members will also review the FY25 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget Update.

• Aviation Training Facility Project update
• Fuel Farm Expansion Project status
• FY25 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget update
• FBO Management update
• Sub-Committee update from Sid Allgood and Bob Jiranek

Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority

The Authority will elect its 2024 officers and consider a $6,250 engineering contract amendment for the Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill. Members will also review financial status reports as of December 31, 2023. A closed session is scheduled to discuss prospective businesses and real property.

• Election and reappointment of 2024 officers
• $6,250 engineering services amendment for Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill
• Review of financial status reports as of December 31, 2023
• Closed session regarding prospective businesses and real property

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning applications and a code amendment regarding automobile repair establishments. The agenda also includes the election of officers and reviews of special use permits.

• Rezoning 135 Forestdale Drive from Old Town Residential to Neighborhood Commercial
• Special Use Permit for automobile and light vehicle repair at 135 Forestdale Drive
• Code amendment to add automobile and light vehicle repair establishments to the zoning ordinance
• Rezoning Parcel 73170 from Planned Shopping Center Commercial to Multifamily Residential
• Sign area waiver permit for 540 Central Boulevard

City Council

The Danville City Council will review several rezoning applications and a special use permit for 618 Craghead Street. The Council will also consider transferring thirty surplus vacant lots to the Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority. Additionally, the Council is scheduled to adopt a budget amendment for an air compressor/fill station project.

• Transfer of 30 surplus vacant lots to Danville Redevelopment and Housing Authority
• Special Use Permit at 618 Craghead Street for density waiver
• Rezoning of South Boston Road parcels from N-C to HR-C
• Budget amendment for $92,114.25 total for an air compressor/fill station
• Rezoning of Jenny Lane parcels from T-R to S-R