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Goochland CountyVA averageUS Census ACS
Population
25,613
Per-capita income
$68,258
Median home value
$483,700
Bachelor's or higher
47%
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Who’s on the Recreation Advisory Commission

Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$130.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$135.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$71.5M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$181.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$5,322 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025314 housing units ($109.4M)

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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 13:00

Economic Development Authority

2748 Dogtown Road, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Economic Development Authority Legislative Work Session Agenda Meeting Location 2748 Dogtown Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5862 www.GoochlandForBusiness.com View this meeting “live” at https://goochlandcova.portal.civicclerk.com *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 Central High School Cultural & Educational Complex Economic Development Authority Lisa Dearden Benjamin Slone Demerst Smit Kenneth Collier Jennie Slade Email Economic Development Authority GoochlandForBusiness@goochlandva.us STAFF: Nora Amos, Economic Development Director Chance Robinson, Assistant Economic Development Director (804) 424-3193 (804) 556-5847 Page 2 Call To Order 1. Legislative Meeting Discussion 2. Adjournment
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 13:00

Board of Supervisors

Board to discuss 2027 legislative agenda at work session

The Goochland County Board of Supervisors is holding a legislative work session to discuss its 2027 legislative agenda. The meeting is primarily a discussion item, with no votes or public hearings scheduled. The board will adjourn to its regular afternoon meeting at 3:00 PM.

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Central High Cultural & Educational Complex, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Board of Supervisors Board of Supervisors Legislative Work Session Agenda Meeting Location 2748 Dogtown Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5811 www.goochlandva.us You may be able to view this meeting “live” at 1:00 PM https://goochlandcova.portal.civicclerk.com/ *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request Email the Board of Supervisors at: BOSCOMMENT@GOOCHLANDVA.US TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 Central High School Cultural & Educational Complex Board of Supervisors District 1 Jonathan Christy jchristy@goochlandva.us (P): 804- 837-7056 (c) District 2 Neil Spoonhower nspoonhower@goochlandva.us (P): 804-316-5584 District 3 Tom Winfree twinfree@goochlandva.us (P): 804-659-4607 District 4 Charlie Vaughters cvaughters@goochlandva.us (P): 804-508-8763 District 5 Jonathan Lyle jlyle@goochlandva.us (P): 804-584-7524 STAFF: Dr. Jeremy J. Raley, County Administrator Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator - Economic and Community Development (804) 310-8020 (804) 556-5867 Page 2 Elizabeth McDonald, Deputy County Administrator - Operations Tara A. McGee, County Attorney Lisa K. Beczkiewicz, Deputy Clerk (804) 556-5839 (804) 556-5877 (804) 556-5811 1:00 PM- Central High Cultural & Educational Complex 1. Call To Order 2. Chair’s Comments 3. Legislative Meeting Discussion A. 2027 Legislative Agenda 4. Adjournment - The Boa …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

Board to consider zoning amendments restricting data centers to Technology Overlay District

The Goochland County Board of Supervisors will consider two resolutions initiating zoning ordinance amendments: one to clarify that data centers are not permitted outside the Technology Overlay District, and another to update the Technology Overlay District and Comprehensive Plan. The board will also hold public hearings on four conditional use permit applications, including accessory housing, an electronic message board, and two automobile sales renewals. Consent items include adopting the 2027 Legislative Agenda and approving a contract with DBHDS.

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1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Agenda Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5811 www.goochlandva.us You may be able to view this meeting “live” at 3:00 PM https://goochlandcova.portal.civicclerk.com/ *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request Email the Board of Supervisors at: BOSCOMMENT@GOOCHLANDVA.US TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 BOARD MEETING ROOM 250 Board of Supervisors District 1 Jonathan Christy jchristy@goochlandva.us (P): 804- 837-7056 (c) District 2 Neil Spoonhower nspoonhower@goochlandva.us (P): 804-316-5584 District 3 Tom Winfree twinfree@goochlandva.us (P): 804-659-4607 District 4 Charlie Vaughters cvaughters@goochlandva.us (P): 804-508-8763 District 5 Jonathan Lyle jlyle@goochlandva.us (P): 804-584-7524 STAFF: Dr. Jeremy J. Raley, County Administrator Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator - Economic and Community Development Elizabeth McDonald, Deputy County Administrator - Operations Tara A. McGee, County Attorney Lisa K. Beczkiewicz, Deputy Clerk (804) 310-8020 (804) 556-5867 (804) 556-5839 (804) 556-5877 (804) 556-5811 Page 2 3:00 PM - Board Meeting Room (250) In an effort to ensure an efficient and orderly public comment period during the Board of Supervisors meeting on September 1, 2026, Goochland County is encouraging citizens to sign up ahead of time to speak d …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00

Recreation Advisory Commission

2748 Dogtown Road, Goochland
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland High School Auditorium, Goochland
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 18:00

Board of Supervisors

Hope Church - RVA, Richmond
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:30

Board of Supervisors

1800 Sandy Hook Rd., Goochland
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00

Recreation Advisory Commission

2748 Dogtown Road, Goochland
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Thu May 20, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu May 20, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Wed May 26, 2027 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Thu Jun 17, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Jun 17, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Wed Jun 23, 2027 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
Thu Jul 15, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Jul 15, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Aug 19, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Aug 19, 2027 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
Thu Sep 16, 2027 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland

Recent meetings

Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 18:00

General

Goochland High School Auditorium, Goochland
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

EDA to review REDO budget request and mobile food unit policy

The Goochland County Economic Development Authority is holding its regular meeting to discuss routine matters including minutes, treasurer's report, and updates on new attraction video production, tourism, and existing businesses. The board will also consider a REDO update and budget request, a mobile food unit policy, and set dates for future meetings.

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1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting Agenda Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5862 www.GoochlandForBusiness.com View this meeting “live” at https://va-goochlandcounty.civicplus.com/1154 *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026 Board Room 250 Economic Development Authority Lisa Dearden Benjamin Slone Demerst Smit Kenneth Collier Jennie Slade Email Economic Development Authority GoochlandForBusiness@goochlandva.us STAFF: Nora Amos, Economic Development Director Chance Robinson, Assistant Economic Development Director (804) 424-3193 (804) 556-5847 Page 2 Call To Order 1. Determination of a Quorum 2. Citizen Comment 3. Chair’s Comments 4. Approval of Minutes A. Economic Development Authority - Regular Meeting - July 22, 2026 5. Treasurer's Report A. July Report 6. New Business Update A. New Attraction Video Production 7. Tourism Update 8. Existing Business Update 9. Other Business A. REDO Update and Request for Budget Approval B. Mobile Food Unit Policy C. September Meeting and October Worksession Dates 10. Adjournment
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider skeet shooting range CUP and high energy use committee

The Goochland County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a skeet shooting range and indoor recreation facility on Old Fredericksburg Road, and will consider establishing a committee on high energy use facilities. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments.

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Goochland High School Auditorium, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Meeting Location 3250 River Road West Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5860 www.goochlandva.us View this meeting “live” at https://va-goochlandcounty.civicplus.com/1154 *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request More than two members of the Goochland County Board of Supervisors may attend this Planning Commission meeting; if so, it will be considered a special meeting of the Board of Supervisors to discuss the application(s), but no votes or action will be taken by the Board of Supervisors at the meeting THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026 GOOCHLAND HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM Planning Commission District 1 Guy Kemmerly GKemmerly@Goochlandva.us (P):804-629-1137 District 2 Amanda Kowalski AKowalski@Goochlandva.us (P): 540-257-3146 District 3 Jess McLaughlin JMcLaughlin@Goochlandva.us (P): 804-218-5376 District 4 Curt Pituck CPituck@Goochlandva.us (P): 804-869-7965 District 5 Martin Dean MDean@Goochlandva.us (P): 804-240-2773 STAFF: Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator Alexandra Spaulding, Deputy County Attorney Jamie Sherry, Planning Director Keri Ragland, Assistant Planning Director Ben Ellis, Planner Adam Barber, Planner Ashley Parker, Commission Clerk (804) 556-5867 (804) 556-5877 (804) 556-5861 (804) 424-3126 (804) 556-5840 (804) 556-5865 (804) 556-5866 Page 2 6:30 P.M. - Goochland High Sch …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 09:00

Board of Supervisors

Board to discuss county strategic work plan at Luck Stone

The Goochland County Board of Supervisors is holding a strategic work session to discuss the county's strategic work plan. The agenda includes opening remarks by the County Administrator and a discussion item, followed by adjournment. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

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343 River Rd., Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Board of Supervisors Strategic Work Session Agenda Meeting Location Luck Stone, 343 River Rd., W Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5811 (county) www.goochlandva.us You may be able to view this meeting “live” at 9:00 AM https://goochlandcova.portal.civicclerk.com/ *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request Email the Board of Supervisors at: BOSCOMMENT@GOOCHLANDVA.US WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026 Luck Stone, 343 River Rd. W, Goochland, vA Board of Supervisors District 1 Jonathan Christy jchristy@goochlandva.us (P): 804- 837-7056 (c) District 2 Neil Spoonhower nspoonhower@goochlandva.us (P): 804-316-5584 District 3 Tom Winfree twinfree@goochlandva.us (P): 804-659-4607 District 4 Charlie Vaughters cvaughters@goochlandva.us (P): 804-508-8763 District 5 Jonathan Lyle jlyle@goochlandva.us (P): 804-584-7524 STAFF: Dr. Jeremy J. Raley, County Administrator Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator - Economic and Community Development Elizabeth McDonald, Deputy County Administrator - Operations Tara A. McGee, County Attorney Lisa K. Beczkiewicz, Deputy Clerk (804) 310-8020 (804) 556-5867 (804) 556-5839 (804) 556-5877 (804) 556-5811 Page 2 9:00 AM- Luck Stone, 343 River Rd. W, Goochland, VA 1. Call To Order 2. Opening Remarks County Administrator 3. Discussion on County's Strategic Work Plan 4. Adjournment A. • Tuesday, Sep …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 09:00

General

Luck Stone, Goochland
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

Board to vote on short-term rental permit renewal and budget amendments

The Goochland County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting on August 4, 2026, featuring public hearings on conditional use permit renewals, ordinance amendments, and budget adjustments. The board will also consider a presentation on capital impacts and a resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

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1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Agenda Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5860 www.goochlandva.us You may be able to view this meeting “live” at 3:00 PM https://goochlandcova.portal.civicclerk.com/ *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request Email the Board of Supervisors at: BOSCOMMENT@GOOCHLANDVA.US TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026 BOARD MEETING ROOM 250 Board of Supervisors District 1 Jonathan Christy jchristy@goochlandva.us (P): 804- 837-7056 (c) District 2 Neil Spoonhower nspoonhower@goochlandva.us (P): 804-316-5584 District 3 Tom Winfree twinfree@goochlandva.us (P): 804-659-4607 District 4 Charlie Vaughters cvaughters@goochlandva.us (P): 804-508-8763 District 5 Jonathan Lyle jlyle@goochlandva.us (P): 804-584-7524 STAFF: Dr. Jeremy J. Raley, County Administrator Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator - Economic and Community Development Elizabeth McDonald, Deputy County Administrator - Operations Tara A. McGee, County Attorney Lisa K. Beczkiewicz, Deputy Clerk (804) 310-8020 (804) 556-5867 (804) 556-5839 (804) 556-5877 (804) 556-5811 Page 2 3:00 PM - Board Meeting Room (250) In an effort to ensure an efficient and orderly public comment period during the Board of Supervisors meeting on August 4, 2026, Goochland County is encouraging citizens to sign up ahead of time to speak during citizen co …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 17:30

Economic Development Authority

Closed meeting motion to discuss a prospective business locating in Goochland

The Goochland County Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on July 22, 2026. The agenda includes routine items such as the Treasurer’s Report, updates on tourism and existing business, and a motion to convene a closed meeting to discuss a prospective business or industry that has not yet announced its plans. The closed meeting will be certified according to Virginia Code provisions.

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✓ Decided: EDA approves June minutes, enters closed session on prospective business

The Goochland County Economic Development Authority met with three members present and approved the June 24, 2026 minutes as written. The board discussed updates on economic development projects, tourism marketing, and a potential funding initiative for a new marketing video, but took no formal action on those items. The EDA voted 3-0 to enter closed session to discuss a prospective business and real property acquisition, and certified the closed session afterward.

2931 River Rd W, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting Agenda Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5862 www.GoochlandForBusiness.com View this meeting “live” at https://va-goochlandcounty.civicplus.com/1154 *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026 Board Room 250 Economic Development Authority Lisa Dearden Benjamin Slone Demerst Smit Kenneth Collier Jennie Slade Email Economic Development Authority GoochlandForBusiness@goochlandva.us STAFF: Nora Amos, Economic Development Director Chance Robinson, Assistant Economic Development Director (804) 424-3193 (804) 556-5847 Page 2 1. Call to Order 5:30 P.M. 2. Determination of a Quorum 3. Citizen Comment 4. Chair’s Comments 5. Approval of Minutes A. June 24, 2026, EDA Regular Meeting Minutes 6. Scheduled Matters A. Treasurer's Report B. New Business Update C. Tourism Update D. Existing Business Update 7. Other Business A. REDO Monthly Update B. Schedule a Worksession C. EDA Legislative Agenda Overview 8. Closed Meeting In accordance with the provisions of Virginia Code Sections 2.2-3711 and 2.2- 3712, I move that the Economic Development Authority of Goochland County convene a Closed Meeting for the purpose of discussion concerning a prospective business or industry locating in the community where no previous announcement about its …
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Page 1 Goochland County Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5862 www.goochlandva.us View this meeting “live” 5:30 p.m. at www.goochlandva.us/1154/County-Meetings WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026, 5:30 PM BOARD CONFERENCE ROOM 250 Economic Development Authority Lisa Dearden Benjamin Slone Demerst Smit Kenneth Collier Jennie Slade Email Economic Development Authority GoochlandForBusiness@goochlandva.us STAFF: Nora Amos, Economic Development Director (804) 424-3193 Chance Robinson, Economic Development Assistant Director (804) 556-5847 Page 1 Minutes Goochland County Economic Development Authority July 22, 2026 Page 2 I. Call to Order, 5:30 P.M. Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Benjamin Slone Member Present Lisa Dearden Member Absent Demerst B. Smit Member Absent Kenneth Collier Member Present Jennie Slade Member Present II. Determination of a Quorum Three members present. A quorum was established. III. Citizen Comment Chair Slone opened the meeting to citizen comment for items not scheduled for public hearing on the agenda. Seeing no one who wished to speak, Chair Slone closed the citizen comment period. IV. Chair Comments Chair Slone provided comments on the following topic: • Mr. Slone attended the Chamber of Commerce meeting with Dominion Energy as well as the D …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00

Recreation Advisory Commission

Recreation Advisory Commission to review FY26 Annual Report

The Recreation Advisory Commission will meet to discuss the FY26 Annual Report and the Director's report. The body will also address a committee vacancy and review the Master Plan recap.

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✓ Decided: Board of Supervisors unanimously approves Master Plan; East End Park interest noted

The Recreation Advisory Commission meeting covered routine updates and approvals. The Board of Supervisors unanimously voted (4-0) to move forward with the Master Plan, with strong interest in East End Park. No other substantive decisions were made; the commission approved previous minutes and received reports on budget, facilities, events, and staff certifications.

2748 Dogtown Road, Goochland
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RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM The Central High Cultural and Educational Complex 2748 Dogtown Road, Goochland, VA 23063 A. Call To Order B. Roll Call C. Consideration of minutes of last regularly held meeting and of any special meeting held subsequently D. Citizen Comment E. Department Report 1. Director Report 2. FY26 Annual Report F. Old Business 1. Wall of Fame 2. Master Plan Recap G. New Business 1. Recreation Advisory Committee Vacancy H. Adjournment
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Goochland County Recreation Advisory Commission (RAC) Meeting Minutes – May 19, 2026 Central High School (CHS) Call to Order & Attendance • Meeting called to order. • Present: Larry Profit (District 3), Laverne Johnson (At-Large), Betsy Wright (District 1), Tom Cocke (Parks & Recreation Director). Approval of Minutes • Minutes of the previous meeting reviewed and approved (motion made, seconded, carried). Opportunity for Public Comment • None noted. Department Report – Tom Cocke Budget & Financials • Approximately 80% of the budget remains with 15% of the fiscal year left. • Department ending the year in strong financial position. • Revenue projections higher than prior year (estimated $60–70k increase), driven by rentals, farmers market vendor fees, basketball, summer camp, and related programs. • Remaining major purchases: small special events trailer (tables, banners, trash cans, etc.) and two replacement mowers (standard annual cycle). • Full revenue projections to be shared at the next meeting. Facilities Updates • Tucker Park: Memorial bench near the river was lifted by frost after the freeze. Re- set and secured; no other significant facility issues as the year winds down. Special Events • Upcoming o Concert – May 29 (last Friday of the month) at the old elementary school field (not Tucker). Includes Rotary Club of Goochland “Fifth Friday” social plus two additional groups expected. o Concert schedule adjusted for 2026: April/M …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 00:00

General

Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 13:00

General

Board of Zoning Appeals to hear appeal regarding 1164 Tricounty Drive

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a hearing regarding an appeal filed by Big Daddy's Oilville Office Land Holding Corporation, LLC. The board will determine if the appeal was timely filed and address the voiding of a Plan of Development for 1164 Tricounty Drive.

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1800 Sandy Hook Road, Board Room 250, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Board of Zoning Appeals Regular Meeting Agenda Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5860 www.goochlandva.us View this meeting “live” at https://va-goochlandcounty.civicplus.com/1154 *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026 BOARD MEETING ROOM 250 Board of Zoning Appeals Samuel Babbitt Sbabbitt@goochlandva.us John Boatwright Jboatwright@goochlandva.us Karyl Cook Kcook@goochlandva.us Arnold Rosenberg Arosenberg@goochlandva.us David McDonald Dmcdonald@goochlandva.us STAFF: Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator Alexandra Spaulding, Deputy County Attorney Jamie Sherry, Director of Planning & Zoning Keri Ragland, Assistant Director of Planning & Zoning Ashley Parker, Board of Zoning Appeals Secretary (804) 556-5867 (804) 556-5877 (804) 556-5861 (804) 424-3126 (804) 556-5866 Page 2 1:00 P.M. A. Call To Order B. Determination of a Quorum C. Review of Bylaws 1. Board of Zoning Appeals Bylaws D. Appeal Hearing District 3 AP-2026-00005 - Application for appeal filed by Big Daddy's Oilville Office Land Holding Corporation, LLC with the Goochland County Board of Zoning Appeals. The documents submitted purport to appeal the notice voiding the Plan of Development (POD-2024-00019) for 1164 Tricounty Drive on Tax Map No. 45-19- 0-24-0. Issues to be determined include whether the appropriate mater …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review warehouse and conditional use permit requests

The Goochland County Planning Commission will consider a conceptual master plan for a warehouse/industrial use on 60.58 acres in West Creek Business Park and hear requests for conditional use permits for accessory housing, electronic message boards, and automobile sales.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Trinity warehouse plan, recommends 4 CUPs

The Goochland County Planning Commission approved a Conceptual Master Plan (CMP-2026-00003) for a three-building warehouse/industrial development on 60.58 acres in West Creek Business Park. The Commission also recommended approval of four conditional use permits (CUPs): an accessory family housing unit, an electronic message board with a frequency exception, and renewals for two automobile sales businesses. All votes were 3-0 with two members absent.

Goochland Administration Building, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5860 www.goochlandva.us View this meeting “live” at https://va-goochlandcounty.civicplus.com/1154 *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request More than two members of the Goochland County Board of Supervisors may attend this Planning Commission meeting; if so, it will be considered a special meeting of the Board of Supervisors to discuss the application(s), but no votes or action will be taken by the Board of Supervisors at the meeting THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026 BOARD MEETING ROOM 250 Planning Commission District 1 Guy Kemmerly GKemmerly@Goochlandva.us (P):804-629-1137 District 2 Amanda Kowalski AKowalski@Goochlandva.us (P): 540-257-3146 District 3 Jess McLaughlin JMcLaughlin@Goochlandva.us (P): 804-218-5376 District 4 Curt Pituck CPituck@Goochlandva.us (P): 804-869-7965 District 5 Martin Dean MDean@Goochlandva.us (P): 804-240-2773 STAFF: Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator Alexandra Spaulding, Deputy County Attorney Jamie Sherry, Planning Director Ray Cash, Assistant Planning Director Keri Ragland, Assistant Planning Director Ben Ellis, Planner Adam Barber, Planner Ashley Parker, Commission Clerk (804) 556-5867 (804) 556-5877 (804) 556-5861 (804) 556-5849 (804) 424-3126 (804) 556-5840 (804) 556-5865 (804) 556-5866 Page 2 6 …
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Page 1 Goochland County Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5860 www.goochlandva.us View this meeting “live” at https://va-goochlandcounty.civicplus.com/1154 *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request More than two members of the Goochland County Board of Supervisors may attend this Planning Commission meeting; if so, it will be considered a special meeting of the Board of Supervisors to discuss the application(s), but no votes or action will be taken by the Board of Supervisors at the meeting. THURSDAY, JULY 16TH, 2026 BOARD CONFERENCE ROOM 250 Planning Commission District 1 Guy Kemmerly GKemmerly@Goochlandva.us (P):804-629-1137 District 2 Amanda Kowalski AKowalski@Goochlandva.us (P): 540-257-3146 District 3 Jess McLaughlin JMcLaughlin@Goochlandva.us (P): 804-218-5376 District 4 Curt Pituck CPituck@Goochlandva.us (P): 804-869-7965 District 5 Martin Dean MDean@Goochlandva.us (P): 804-240-2773 STAFF: Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator (804) 556-5867 Alexandra Spaulding, Deputy County Attorney (804) 556-5877 Jamie Sherry, Director of Planning & Zoning (804) 556-5861 Keri Ragland, Assistant Director of Planning & Zoning (804) 424-3126 Ben Ellis, Planner (804) 556-5840 Adam Barber, Planner (804) 556-5865 Ashley Parker, Commission Clerk (804) 556-5866 Page 1 Minutes Goochland …
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
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[context] Planning Commission - Regular Meeting – June 18, 2026 6:00 PM RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: Curt Pituck, Planning Commission Member SECONDER: Amanda Kowalski, Planning Commission Member
3 yea
Kemmerly yea · Kowalski yea · Pituck yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: Amanda Kowalski, Planning Commission Member SECONDER: Curt Pituck, Planning Commission Member
3 yea
Kemmerly yea · Kowalski yea · Pituck yea
Ordinance Sec. 15-112 in accordance with Sec. 15-285.A. The Comprehensive Plan designates this area as Suburban Residential. Page 7 Minutes Goochland County Planning Commission July 16, 2026 Page 8…
3 yea
Kemmerly yea · Kowalski yea · Pituck yea
Ordinance Sec. 15-416, and the exception is requested under 15-416.B of the County Zoning Ordinance. The Comprehensive Plan designates this area as Semi-Public. RESULT: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL…
3 yea
Kemmerly yea · Kowalski yea · Pituck yea
Ordinance Sec. 15-242. The Comprehensive Plan designates this area as Commercial. RESULT: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL MOVER: Amanda Kowalski, Planning Commission Member SECONDER: Curt Pituck, Planning…
3 yea
Kemmerly yea · Kowalski yea · Pituck yea
Ordinance Sec. 15-112. The Comprehensive Plan designates this area as Rural Enhancement Area. Page 10 Minutes Goochland County Planning Commission July 16, 2026 Page 11 RESULT: RECOMMENDED FOR…
3 yea
Kemmerly yea · Kowalski yea · Pituck yea
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 15:00

Board of Supervisors

Board sets public hearings for animal, water, and budget items

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on July 7 to consider ordinances regarding animal violations, water and sewer connections, and a budget transfer for school improvements. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss public safety plans and pending litigation.

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✓ Decided: Board approved $19.3M categorical fund transfer for FY 2026

The Board approved the May 5 and May 28 draft minutes and set a public hearing for August 4 to consider several ordinance amendments. It also approved a $19,326,915 categorical fund transfer, a land acquisition for a new fire station, and a short‑term rental permit. All votes were unanimous 5‑0.

1800 Sandy Hook Road, Goochland
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Page 1 Goochland County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Agenda Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5860 www.goochlandva.us You may be able to view this meeting “live” at 3:00 PM https://goochlandcova.portal.civicclerk.com/ *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request Email the Board of Supervisors at: BOSCOMMENT@GOOCHLANDVA.US TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 BOARD MEETING ROOM 250 Board of Supervisors District 1 Jonathan Christy jchristy@goochlandva.us (P): 804- 837-7056 (c) District 2 Neil Spoonhower nspoonhower@goochlandva.us (P): 804-316-5584 District 3 Tom Winfree twinfree@goochlandva.us (P): 804-659-4607 District 4 Charlie Vaughters cvaughters@goochlandva.us (P): 804-508-8763 District 5 Jonathan Lyle jlyle@goochlandva.us (P): 804-584-7524 STAFF: Dr. Jeremy J. Raley, County Administrator Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator - Economic and Community Development Elizabeth McDonald, Deputy County Administrator - Operations Tara A. McGee, County Attorney Lisa K. Beczkiewicz, Deputy Clerk (804) 310-8020 (804) 556-5867 (804) 556-5839 (804) 556-5877 (804) 556-5811 Page 2 3:00 PM - Board Meeting Room (250) 1. Call To Order 2. Invocation: Pastor Paul Simrell, Elpis Christian Church 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Moment of Silence 5. Chair’s Comments 6. County Administrator Comments 7. Requests to Postpone Agenda Items and Add …
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Goochland County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting Action Minutes Meeting Location 1800 Sandy Hook Road Goochland, VA 23063 804.556.5860 www.goochlandva.us You may be able to view this meeting “live” at 3:00 PM https://goochlandcova.portal.civicclerk.com/ *Audio amplification headphones are available upon request Email the Board of Supervisors at: BOSCOMMENT@GOOCHLANDVA.US TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 BOARD MEETING ROOM 250 Board of Supervisors District 1 Jonathan Christy jchristy@goochlandva.us (P): 804- 837-7056 (c) District 2 Neil Spoonhower nspoonhower@goochlandva.us (P): 804-316-5584 District 3 Tom Winfree twinfree@goochlandva.us (P): 804-659-4607 District 4 Charlie Vaughters cvaughters@goochlandva.us (P): 804-508-8763 District 5 Jonathan Lyle jlyle@goochlandva.us (P): 804-584-7524 STAFF: Dr. Jeremy J. Raley, County Administrator Sara Worley, Deputy County Administrator - Economic and Community Development Elizabeth McDonald, Deputy County Administrator - Operations Tara A. McGee, County Attorney Lisa K. Beczkiewicz, Deputy Clerk (804) 310-8020 (804) 556-5867 (804) 556-5839 (804) 556-5877 (804) 556-5811 3:00 PM - Board Meeting Room (250) 1. Call To Order Chair Jonathan Christy called the 3:00 PM Meeting to Order. Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Neil Spoonhower District 2 Supervisor Present Charlie Vaughters District 4 Supervisor Present Jon …
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🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tom Winfree, District 3 Supervisor SECONDER: Jonathan Lyle, District 5 Supervisor
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
[context] 6634: Proclamation Recognizing May as Business Appreciation Month (proclamation attached) RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charlie Vaughters, District 4 Supervisor SECONDER: Tom Winfree…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
[context] 6650: Proclamation Recognizing May 3 - 9, 2026 as Public Service Recognition Week (proclamation attached) RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Tom Winfree, District 3 Supervisor SECONDER…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
[context] Board of Supervisors - Joint Work Session - Feb 25, 2026 6:00 PM RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charlie Vaughters, District 4 Supervisor SECONDER: Thomas Winfree, District 3 Supervisor
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
[context] Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting - Mar 3, 2026 3:00 PM Minutes Board of Supervisors May 5, 2026 Page 4 RESULT: APPROVED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charlie Vaughters, District 4…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
[context] Board of Supervisors - Joint Work Session - Mar 17, 2026 6:00 PM RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charlie Vaughters, District 4 Supervisor SECONDER: Thomas Winfree, District 3 Supervisor
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2026 Goochland County Budget by transferring and appropriating $491,741.74 from the Unassigned Fund Balance to cover expenditures incurred as a result of Winter…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2026 Goochland County Budget by transferring and appropriating $235,000 from the Department of Public Utilities Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Revenues to be used for…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
Resolution requesting the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) supply, install, and maintain a "$200 Additional Fine Sign" to address speeding in the Broad Run Section 2 subdivision…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
Resolution requesting the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) supply, install, and maintain a "$200 Additional Fine Sign" to address speeding in the Broad Run Section 2 subdivision…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
[context] 6645: Request to set public hearing for June 2, 2026, to consider donating approximately 2 acres of county owned land to the Virginia Department of Transportation for use as right-of-way…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
Motion to Amend the Initial Motion Mr. Winfree moved to amend the previously-made amendment, removing the $37,000 transfer so the Board would approve the budget as originally presented with…
4 yea
Winfree yea · Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy • yea
Motion to Amend the Initial Motion Mr. Winfree moved to amend the previously-made amendment, removing the $37,000 transfer so the Board would approve the budget as originally presented with…
4 yea
Winfree yea · Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy • yea
Resolution attached. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Jonathan Christy, District 1 Supervisor SECONDER: Charlie Vaughters, District 4 Supervisor
4 yea
Winfree yea · Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea
Resolution Setting the Percentage of Personal Property Tax Relief for Qualifying Vehicles Obtaining Situs within the County during Tax Year 2026 (attached). Minutes Board of Supervisors May 5, 2026…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
Motion to approve: Vaughters, second: Christy Plan adopted unanimously, all ayes. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charlie Vaughters, District 4 Supervisor SECONDER: Jonathan Christy, District 1…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
Motion to approve: Vaughters, Second: Lyle, all ayes. RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Charlie Vaughters, District 4 Supervisor SECONDER: Jonathan Lyle, District 5 Supervisor
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
Motion to enter a Closed Meeting for the purpose of discussing the performance and duties of the County Administrator and County Attorney, as Minutes Board of Supervisors May 5, 2026 Page 8 permitted…
4 yea
Lyle yea · Winfree yea · Vaughters yea · Christy yea
that the Board members hereby certify that, to the best of each member’s knowledge, (i) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under the Freedom of Information…
4 yea
Lyle yea · Vaughters yea · Winfree yea · Christy yea
Motion to approve: Lyle, second: Winfree Roll call – ayes: Vaughters, Winfree, Lyle, Christy RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Jonathan Lyle, District 5 Supervisor SECONDER: Thomas Winfree…
4 yea
Vaughters yea · Lyle yea · Christy yea · Winfree yea
🌐 County-level context (Goochland County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities9 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments756 (24,730 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,711/mo (16 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy14.5% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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116
Recorded votes
$130.0M
Annual budget
$181.9M
Debt outstanding
314
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$130.0M
Spending$135.6M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load HIGH

Outstanding debt$181.9M
Debt-to-revenue1.40×
Debt-load index76 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.432
All kids
0.384
Black kids
0.362

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