Lynchburg, VA
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LynchburgVA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $263,571 +0.7% yr/yr · +28.5% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (31)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Sterling A. Wilder — Councilmember
- Chris Faraldi
- Jeff Helgeson
- MaryJane Dolan
- Stephanie Reed
- Larry Taylor
- Martin Misjuns
- Curt Diemer
- Jacqueline Timmer
- Marty Misjuns
- Jerry Taylor
- Atul Gupta
- Sharon Y. Carter
- Christian DePaul
- Letitia Lowery
- Anthony Andrews
- Mark Peake
- Randy T. Trost
- Daryl Conner
- Farid Jalil
- Gloria Preston
- Martin Day
- Brenda Farmer
- Jibri Poe
- Myke Barron
- Nigel Alleyne
- Steve Newman
- Atual Gupta
- Jack Schewel
- Mark Tinsley
- Tiersha Royal
Municipal budget
Total revenue$411.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$422.0M (FY2023)
Taxes$166.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$398.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$5,341 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025213 housing units ($48.8M)
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Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
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Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 16:00
City Council
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Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 16:00
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Tue Apr 27, 2027 · 16:00
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Tue May 25, 2027 · 16:00
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Tue Jun 22, 2027 · 19:00
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Tue Sep 28, 2027 · 16:00
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Tue Oct 26, 2027 · 19:00
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Council Chamber, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Oct 26, 2027 · 16:00
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Tue Nov 9, 2027 · 19:00
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Council Chamber, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Nov 9, 2027 · 16:00
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Tue Nov 23, 2027 · 16:00
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Tue Nov 23, 2027 · 19:00
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Council Chamber, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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Council Chamber, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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Recent meetings
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review grant awards and year-end surplus
The Finance Committee will discuss several state and federal grant awards for public safety and recovery programs. The body will also review revenue collections and the general fund reserve for contingencies.
- FY27 Statewide Universal Drug Testing Grant for Lynchburg Adult Recovery Court
- FY 2027 DMV Highway Safety grants for Police Traffic Services and Alcohol
- 2025 State Homeland Security Program grants for Fire Department Technical and Water Rescue Teams
- National Opioid Settlement (Albertsons Companies)
- Year-End Surplus Analysis
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2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Welcome
Councilmember Stephanie Reed, Chair
II.
General Business
II.1.
FY27 Statewide Universal Drug Testing Grant Award for the Lynchburg Adult
Recovery Court
II.2.
FY 2027 DMV Highway Safety, Police Traffic Services Grant
II.3.
FY 2027 DMV Highway Safety, Alcohol Grant
II.4.
2025 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Grant - U.S. Department of
Homeland Security (DHS) for the Fire Department Technical Rescue Team
II.5.
2025 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Grant - U.S. Department of
Homeland Security (DHS) Virginia Department of Emergency Management
(VDEM) Water Rescue Teams for the Fire Department Technical Rescue Team
II.6.
National Opioid Settlement (Albertsons Companies)
II.7.
Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority Grant - Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority
Recovery and Reentry Program
II.8.
Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF), Virginia Trees for Clean Water Program
Grant
III. Other Information
III.9. Year-End Surplus Analysis
III.10. FY 2027 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
III.11. Monthly Revenue Collections Update
III.12. Record of Votes - Finance Committee Meeting: September 22, 2026
IV. Roll Call
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to consider airport leases and recovery center agreements
The City Council will hold public hearings on lease agreements for the Lynchburg Regional Airport. The body is also considering budget adjustments and authorizations for the Cabell Street Womens Recovery Center.
- Resolution #R-26-094: Appropriating $62,377 for Lynchburg Adult Recovery Court staffing
- Public hearing on lease agreement with Centra Health, Inc. for a storage hangar at Lynchburg Regional Airport
- Public hearing on lease agreement with American Airlines for operating space at Lynchburg Regional Airport
- Resolution authorizing agreements with Eagles Nest Regeneration, LLC, Amherst County, and Campbell County for the Cabell Street Womens Recovery Center
- Ordinance #O-26-093 approving FY 2027 First Quarter Adjustments
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City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Invocation
Councilmember Timmer
II.
Recognitions
II.1.
Nurse Practitioner Week
II.2.
Recognizing Ms. Doris Waller
III. Consent Agenda
III.3. Consideration of approving the minutes of the September 3, 2026, special called
City Council meeting.
III.4. Consideration of approving the minutes of the September 8, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.5. Consideration of approving the minutes of the September 22, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.6. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-093 approving the FY 2027 First
Quarter Adjustments.
III.7. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-094 amending the FY 2027
City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriating $62,377 to provide staffing
to assist with drug testing enhancement, training and client support for the
Lynchburg Adult Recovery Court docket.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.8. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-___ approving an agreement
between the City of Lynchburg and Centra Health, Inc. to lease a storage hangar
at the Lynchburg Regional Airport.
IV.9. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-___ approving an agreement
between the City of Lynchburg and American Airlines to lease operating space
within the Lynchburg Regional Airport.
V. Public Comment
V.10. Hear from a group representative regarding "Local Historical Mar …
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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda [Approve #5 - 7]
5 yea · 2 nay
Martin Misjuns yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea · Chris Faraldi nay · Stephanie Reed nay
Consent Agenda [Approve #4]
4 yea · 2 nay · 1 abstain
Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Chris Faraldi nay · Larry Taylor nay · Jacqueline Timmer abstain
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Council to discuss rezoning for drive-through restaurant on Ardmore Drive
The City Council is holding a work session to review a rezoning request and receive updates on city services. Discussions will cover social services, downtown infrastructure, and board reporting.
- Rezoning request for a drive-through restaurant at 1001 & 1003 Ardmore Drive
- Quarterly reporting for Boards and Commissions (Q4)
- Update on Sheltering and Warming Center
- Review of Child Protective Services state requirements and local administration
- Discussion on Downtown Infrastructure and Safety
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City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Welcome
Larry Taylor, Mayor
II.
Work Session Agenda Overview
Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Business Item Briefing(s)
III.1. 1001 & 1003 Ardmore Drive - Rezoning - Drive-Through Restaurant
III.2. Boards and Commissions Quarterly Reporting - Q4
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
IV.3. Sheltering and Warming Center Update
IV.4. Child Protective Services: State Requirements & Local Administration
IV.5. Kinship Care & Adoption
IV.6. Downtown Infrastructure and Safety
V. Roll Call
VI. Closed Session
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to consider zoning changes and budget adjustments
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding zoning changes at Edgewood Avenue and quarterly budget adjustments. The body will also consider funding for the Adult Recovery Court and the 2027 Legislative Agenda.
- Zoning changes for 5612 & 5616 Edgewood Avenue
- FY 2026 Fourth Quarter and FY 2027 First Quarter budget adjustments
- Appropriation of $62,377 for Lynchburg Adult Recovery Court staffing and training
- Endorsement of access control changes for the 501-221 Split Pair project
- Approval of the City's 2027 Legislative Agenda
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City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Invocation
Councilmember Faraldi
II.
Recognitions
III. Consent Agenda
III.1. Consideration of approving the minutes of the June 23, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.2. Consideration of approving the minutes of the July 14, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.3. Consideration of approving the minutes of the August 25, 2026, City Council
meeting.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.4. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ & Ordinance #O-26-___
changing the zoning of a certain area located at 5612 & 5616 Edgewood
Avenue.
IV.5. Consideration of introducing Ordinance #O-26-___ approving the FY 2026
Fourth Quarter and Ordinance #O-26-___ approving the FY 2027 First Quarter
Adjustments.
V. Public Comment
V.6.
Hear from a citizen regarding "the power of words". (Fable Forest)
V.7.
Hear from a citizen regarding "advocacy for human trafficking victims, police
brutality & the Patriot Front". (Jennifer Witt)
V.8.
Hear from a citizen regarding "accountability of CPS Workers/Unlicensed Foster
Care Workers". (Consuela Mosley)
V.9.
Hear from a citizen regarding "the City Council candidate debate". (Jeff Rosner)
V.10. Hear from a group representative regarding "grieving". (Greg Berry) (Lynchburg
Guardians)
V.11. Hear from a citizen regarding "forensic audit". (Chris Quigg)
V.12. Hear from a citiz …
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
4 yea · 3 nay
Chris Faraldi yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Larry Taylor yea · Martin Misjuns nay · Jacqueline Timmer nay · Curtis Diemer nay
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
Committee to discuss airport leases for Centra and American Airlines
The Physical Development Committee will meet to review information regarding right of way acquisition and household hazardous waste. The body will also conduct general business regarding leases for Centra Airport and American Airlines.
- Right of Way Acquisition
- Household Hazardous Waste Update
- Centra Airport Lease
- American Airlines Lease
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2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Welcome
Councilmember Jacqueline Timmer, Chair
I.1.
A Minute for Planning
II.
Information Items
II.2.
Right of Way Acquisition
II.3.
Household Hazardous Waste Update
III. General Business
III.4. Centra Airport Lease
III.5. American Airlines Lease
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Council to discuss opioid grant and cybersecurity training
The City Council will hold a work session to review a grant award for a women's recovery center. Members will also discuss cybersecurity training and a proposed forensic audit.
- Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority Grant for Eagles Nest Regeneration Cabell Street Womens Recovery Center
- City Council Phishing Training/Cyber Security Update
- Proposed forensic audit for compliance with City Code § 2-42(a)
- Discussion on Flock
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City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Welcome
Larry Taylor, Mayor
II.
Work Session Agenda Overview
Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Business Item Briefing(s)
Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority Grant
Award: Eagles Nest Regeneration Cabell
Street Womens Recovery Center
III.1. Eagles Nest Regeneration Cabell Street Womens Recovery Center
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
IV.2. City Council Phishing Training/Cyber Security Update
IV.3. Councilmember Misjuns: Consideration of a forensic audit for compliance with
City Code § 2-42(a)
IV.4. Councilmember Timmer: Flock
V. Roll Call
VI. Closed Session
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to consider forensic audit, closed sessions, and FY26 CDBG/HOME report
The Lynchburg City Council is holding a work session to review several items, including a bid opening for a Cancer Awareness Garden franchise agreement, the FY2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Report for CDBG and HOME programs, and the 2027 legislative agenda. Councilmember Misjuns is requesting consideration of a forensic audit for compliance with City Code § 2-42(a). The council will also consider three closed sessions: one for negotiating a contract for a privately-owned athletic facility, one for litigation consultation regarding Stanley Lee Brown, Jr., et al. v. The City of Lynchburg, and one to discuss appointments to several boards and commissions.
- Bid opening/acceptance for Cancer Awareness Garden Franchise Agreement
- Submittal of FY2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Report for CDBG and HOME programs
- 2027 Legislative Agenda
- Consideration of forensic audit for compliance with City Code § 2-42(a)
- Closed session to discuss contract negotiations for privately-owned athletic facility
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City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Welcome
Larry Taylor, Mayor
II.
Work Session Agenda Overview
Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Bid Opening
III.1. Cancer Awareness Garden Franchise Agreement - Bid Opening / Acceptance
IV. Business Item Briefing(s)
IV.2. Submittal of the Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Report for
the CDBG and HOME Program
IV.3. 2027 Legislative Agenda
V. Work Session Agenda Items
VI. Roll Call
VI.4. Councilmember Misjuns: Consideration of a forensic audit for compliance with
City Code § 2-42(a)
VII. Closed Session
VII.5. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss the investment of public funds
where competition or bargaining is involved, where, if made public initially, the
financial interest of the City would be adversely affected, pursuant to Section
2.2-3711(A)(6) of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended; the subject of the
closed meeting being specific to contractual negotiations connected to
expending public funds for usage of a privately-owned athletic facility.
VII.6. Consideration of a closed meeting to consult with the City Attorney and Chief of
Police about actual litigation, where such consultation in an open meeting would
adversely affect the negotiating or litigating posture of the City, pursuant to
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Closed Session [Enter a Closed Session]
7 yea
Chris Faraldi yea · Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Closed Session [Certification of a Closed Session]
6 yea
Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Closed Session [Motion on Appointments]
6 yea
Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review opioid grants, budget adjustments, and healthcare analysis
The Lynchburg Finance Committee is meeting to discuss grant awards for opioid abatement and crisis intervention programs, as well as FY 2026 fourth quarter and FY 2027 first quarter budget adjustments. They will also receive updates on the city/schools healthcare analysis, the FY 2027 general fund reserve for contingencies, and monthly revenue collections. The meeting includes a roll call and approval of the previous meeting's record of votes.
- Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority Grant Award for Blue Ridge Regional Jail Recovery and Reentry Program
- Byrne State Crisis Intervention Grant Award for Lynchburg Recovery Court
- FY 2026 Fourth Quarter and FY 2027 First Quarter Adjustments
- City/Schools Consolidated Healthcare Analysis update
- FY 2027 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies update
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Welcome
Councilmember Stephanie Reed, Chair
II.
General Business
II.1.
Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority Grant Award: Blue Ridge Regional Jail
Recovery and Reentry Program
II.2.
Department of Criminal Justice Services Byrne State Crisis Intervention Grant
Award - Lynchburg Recovery Court
II.3.
FY 2026 Fourth Quarter and FY 2027 First Quarter Adjustments
III. Other Information
III.4. City/Schools Consolidated Healthcare Analysis
III.5. FY 2027 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
III.6. Monthly Revenue Collections Update
III.7. Record of Votes - Finance Committee Meeting: August 25, 2026
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
V.8.
The next Finance Committee meeting is Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to approve $118,569 in budget amendments for senior center, arts, fire, and police
The Lynchburg City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including budget amendments totaling $118,569 for upgrades to the Templeton Senior Center Garden, pottery workshops at Jackson Heights Arts Studio, stair chairs for the Fire Department, and computer replacements for the Sheriff's Office, Commonwealth's Attorney, and Police Department. The council will also hold public hearings on a franchise for the Cancer Awareness Garden, the FY26 CDBG/HOME performance report, an update to the C-PACE ordinance, and an FAA agreement for navigational aids at the airport. Public comments will address GLTC funding, civil penalties for commercial alarms, civility on council, and election misinformation. General business includes an opioid abatement partnership and authorizing the City Attorney to settle a civil case.
- Resolution R-26-082: $15,000 for Templeton Senior Center Garden upgrades
- Resolution R-26-083: $15,000 for three pottery workshops at Jackson Heights Arts Studio
- Resolution R-26-084: $53,367 for two Xpedition battery stair chairs and five Stair Pro manual chairs for Fire Department
- Resolution R-26-085: $35,202 for computer replacements for Sheriff's Office, Commonwealth's Attorney, and Police Department
- Public hearing: Ordinance granting franchise to The Awareness Garden Foundation for Cancer Awareness Garden
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✓ Decided: Lynchburg Council approves Cancer Awareness Garden expansion franchise
City Council granted a 40-year franchise to the Awareness Garden Foundation, Inc. to expand the Cancer Awareness Garden. The council also approved several budget amendments for senior center upgrades, arts workshops, and emergency equipment.
- Approved 40-year franchise for Cancer Awareness Garden expansion (7-0)
- Approved $15,000 for Templeton Senior Center Garden upgrades (7-0)
- Approved $15,000 for Jackson Heights Arts Studio pottery workshops (7-0)
- Approved $53,367 for Fire Department stair chairs (7-0)
- Approved $35,202 for police, sheriff, and commonwealth's attorney computers (7-0)
- Approved C-PACE Ordinance update to move to statewide program (6-1)
- Approved 20-year FAA lease for airport navigational aids (7-0)
- Approved $734,000 regional grant for jail recovery and reentry program (7-0)
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Invocation
Councilmember Reed
II.
Recognitions
II.1.
Fire Prevention Week
III. Consent Agenda
III.2. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-082 amending the FY 2027
City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriating $15,000 to purchase
upgrades for the Templeton Senior Center Garden.
III.3. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-083 amending the FY 2027
City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriating $15,000 to fund three (3)
potter workshops with well-known ceramics artists at the Jackson Heights Arts
Studio.
III.4. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-084 amending the FY 2027
City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriating $53,367 to purchase two
(2) Xpedition battery-powered stair chairs and five (5) Stair Pro manual chairs for
the Fire Department.
III.5. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-085 amending the FY 2027
City/Federal/State Aid Fund budget and appropriating $35,202 to purchase
computer replacements for the Lynchburg Sheriff's Office, Lynchburg Office of
the Commonwealth's Attorney, and the Lynchburg Police Department.
III.6. Consideration of approving the minutes from the June 11, 2026, School Board
Interviews.
III.7. Consideration of approving the minutes from the June 12, 2026, School Board
Interviews.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.8. Considera …
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September 22, 2026
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// A regular meeting of the Council of the City of Lynchburg was held on the 22nd day of September,
2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the 2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, Larry Taylor, President, presiding. The
following Members were present:
Present: Larry Taylor, Curt Diemer, Sterling A. Wilder, Chris Faraldi, Stephanie Reed, Jacqueline
Timmer
6
Absent: Martin Misjuns
1
// The meeting was recessed at 4:00 p.m. to relocate to Council Chamber because of technical limitations
affecting livestreaming from the 2nd Floor Training Room.
// The meeting was reopened to the public at 4:02 p.m. in Council Chamber. The following Members were
present:
Present: Larry Taylor, Curt Diemer, Sterling A. Wilder, Chris Faraldi, Stephanie Reed, Jacqueline
Timmer
6
Absent: Martin Misjuns
1
// In the matter of Work Session, City Manager Wynter Benda provided an overview of the agenda and
recognized Public Works for completing repaving work on Langhorne Road ahead of the Virginia 10 Miler.
// In the matter of Bid Opening, Agenda Item #1, Clerk of Council Alicia Finney-Andrews opened the bid
received for the Cancer Awareness Garden Franchise Agreement. She reported that one bid was
received from the Awareness Garden Foundation, Inc., which committed to the terms of the proposed
franchise and reimbursement of the City's public notice costs. With no additional bids received, Mayor
Taylor closed the bidding process.
Vice Mayor Diemer motioned, seconded by Counci …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Hall, 2nd Floor Training Room, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Lynchburg City Council to vote on three rezoning ordinances and budget amendments
The Lynchburg City Council is meeting to consider three rezoning ordinances, several budget amendments, and a bridge naming resolution. The agenda also includes public comments on various topics and a closed session. Most items are routine approvals, but the rezonings and budget appropriations are concrete actions the council will decide on.
- Rezoning at 5612 & 5616 Edgewood Avenue (Ordinance O-26-___)
- Rezoning at 802 Court Street (Ordinance O-26-___)
- Rezoning at 533 Leesville Road (Ordinance O-26-___)
- Resolution to name Odd Fellows Road bridge 'Earl Lee Brooks Sr. Memorial Bridge'
- Appropriating $53,367 for stair chairs for Fire Department
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✓ Decided: Lynchburg City Council approves two rezoning requests and bridge naming
City Council approved rezoning for a condominium conversion at 802 Court Street and professional office space at 533 Leesville Road. Council also authorized a memorial bridge naming and approved several grant-funded equipment purchases. A proposal to accelerate the termination of the Flock camera contract was defeated.
- Approved rezoning of 802 Court Street for four residential condominiums (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of 533 Leesville Road for professional office space (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution #R-26-080 naming the Odd Fellows Road Bridge the 'Earl Lee Brooks Sr. Memorial Bridge' (6-0)
- Approved 2% monetary bonuses for full-time Social Services employees (6-0)
- Approved $15,000 AARP Grant for Templeton Senior Center Garden upgrades (6-0)
- Approved $15,000 NEA Grant for pottery workshops at Jackson Heights Arts Studio (6-0)
- Approved $53,367 for Fire Department stair chairs via grant and local match (6-0)
- Approved $35,202 grant for computer replacements for police, sheriff, and commonwealth's attorney (6-0)
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Invocation
Councilmember Wilder
II.
Recognitions
III. Consent Agenda
IV. Public Hearing
IV.1. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ & Ordinance #O-26-___
approving the rezoning of a certain area located at 5612 & 5616 Edgewood
Avenue.
IV.2. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ approving the rezoning of a
certain area located at 802 Court Street.
IV.3. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ approving the rezoning of a
certain area located at 533 Leesville Road.
V. Public Comment
V.4.
Hear from a group representative regarding "August 25th opinion". (Fable
Forest) (Central Virginia Young Democrats)
V.5.
Hear from a citizen regarding "corruption of Child Protective Services". (Dr.
Anthony Hout)
V.6.
Hear from a citizen regarding "accountability and transparency". (Alan
Spaulding)
V.7.
Hear from a citizen regarding "accountability to voters". (Laura Berardi)
V.8.
Hear from a citizen regarding "abuse of authority and coercion". (Consuela
Mosley)
V.9.
Hear from a group representative regarding "GLTC". (Andrea Yesalis)
(Republicans for Liberty)
VI. General Business
VI.10. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-___ requesting the Commonwealth
Transportation Board name the bridge on Odd Fellows Road the "Earl Lee
Brooks Sr. Memorial Bridge".
VI …
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September 8, 2026
1
// A joint meeting of the Council of the City of Lynchburg and the Lynchburg City School Board was held
on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the IT Conference Room, 3550 Young Place, Larry
Taylor, Mayor, presiding. The following members of Council were present:
Present: Larry Taylor, Curt Diemer, Sterling A. Wilder, Chris Faraldi, Stephanie Reed, Martin
Misjuns
6
Absent: Jacqueline Timmer
1
The following members of the School Board were present:
Present: Nigel Alleyne, Daryl Conner, Jack Schewel, Myke Barron, Letitia Lowery, Jibri Poe,
Brenda Farmer, Atual Gupta, Tiersha Royal
9
Absent:
0
Vice Mayor Diemer provided the invocation.
Mayor Taylor welcomed members of City Council, the School Board, staff, and attendees and
emphasized the importance of continued collaboration between the two bodies.
School Board Chair Dr. Atul Gupta introduced members of the School Board and school
administration.
// In the matter of Lynchburg City Schools, Agenda Item #1, Superintendent Dr. Kristy Somerville-Midgette
provided an academic and operations update for the 2026-2027 school year. She reviewed the division's
new vision and mission and five strategic plan goals and discussed efforts to establish consistent
expectations for lesson planning, professional learning communities, instructional leadership, and staff
development. Dr. Somerville-Midgette reported that instructiona …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
Committee to review airport navigational aids agreement and 501-221 Split Pair realignment
The Lynchburg City Council Physical Development Committee is meeting to discuss several information and general business items, including right-of-way acquisitions, a franchise agreement for a cancer awareness garden, a supplemental agreement with the U.S. Department of Transportation for navigational aids at Lynchburg Regional Airport, and a resolution to realign limited access boundaries for the 501-221 Split Pair project. No final decisions are made at this committee meeting; items are discussed and may be forwarded to the full council.
- Right of Way Acquisitions
- Cancer Awareness Garden Franchise Agreement
- U.S. DOT FAA Supplemental Agreement for Navigational Aids at Lynchburg Regional Airport
- Resolution to realign limited access boundaries for the 501-221 Split Pair project
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✓ Decided: Committee advances 501-221 Split Pair limited-access resolution to October 13 Council
The Physical Development Committee voted to send a resolution realigning limited-access boundaries for the 501-221 Split Pair project to the October 13 City Council meeting; staff said boundaries will be finalized before then and the resolution goes to the Commonwealth Transportation Board in December. The committee also heard a proposed Cancer Awareness Garden franchise agreement tied to a $1M expansion and a U.S. DOT/FAA supplemental agreement to extend airport navigational-aid access 20 years. A requested Right of Way Acquisitions presentation was moved to the next scheduled meeting. Planning updates included a withdrawn Boonsboro Road car wash rezoning and a pending Ardmore Drive drive-through restaurant rezoning set for a November 10 public hearing.
- Motioned to approve forwarding the 501-221 Split Pair limited-access realignment resolution to the October 13 City Council meeting
- Motioned to move the Right of Way Acquisitions presentation to the next scheduled meeting
- Heard Cancer Awareness Garden request to replace its existing city franchise agreement as part of a $1M expansion (no vote recorded)
- Heard U.S. DOT/FAA supplemental agreement to extend navigational-aid access at Lynchburg Regional Airport 20 years (no vote recorded)
- Boonsboro Road car wash rezoning (5010 Boonsboro Road) withdrawn by petitioner Thomas Builders
- Ardmore Drive rezoning (1001 & 1003 Ardmore Drive) tentatively scheduled for November 10 City Council public hearing
- Mayor Taylor requested action on motorcyclists speeding on Concord Turnpike; staff said the Police Chief was made aware
IT Conference Center, 3550 Young Place, Lynchburg
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Welcome
Councilmember Jacqueline Timmer, Chair
II.
Information Items
II.1.
A Minute for Planning
II.2.
Right of Way Acquisitions
III. General Business
III.3. Cancer Awareness Garden Franchise Agreement
III.4. U.S. Department of Transportation FAA Supplemental Agreement: Navigational
Aids at Lynchburg Regional Airport
III.5. Approve resolution to realign the limited access boundaries for the 501-221 Split
Pair project
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE
LYNCHBURG CITY COUNCIL
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 @ 3:00 p.m.
MEETING COMMENCED AT 3:00 PM IN THE IT CONFERENCE CENTER.
ATTENDEES
Committee Members: Councilman Dr. Sterling Wilder; Vice Mayor Curt Diemer; Mayor Larry
Taylor, Ex-Officio.
Others: Greg Patrick, Deputy City Manager; Kent White, Assistant City Manager; Gaynelle
Hart, Director of Public Works; Lee Newland, City Engineer, Public Works; Tom Martin,
Director of Community Development; Cedric Simon, Director of Lynchburg Regional Airport;
Jason Snyder, Assistant Director of Communications and Public Engagement; Christopher
Price, Public Works.
General Business
Greg Patrick and City staff presented a quarterly report on updates from a Planning perspective
from Community Development. Greg Patrick presented the Cancer Awareness Garden Franchise
Agreement. Lynchburg Airport presented a DOT FAA Supplemental Agreement, and Public
Works presented a resolution for the 501-221 Split Pair Project.
A Minute for Planning – Tom Martin, Community Development
a. 1001 & 1003 Ardmore Drive – An application proposing to rezone from R-2 & R-3
to B-3 to allow the construction of a drive-through restaurant has been received. This
item is tentatively scheduled for November 10, City Council Public Hearing.
b. 5010 Boonsboro Road – An application has been proposed to rezone from R-1 and
B-1C to B-3 to allow the construction of a car wash has been rece …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
City Council and schools discuss capital improvements and leadership updates
The Lynchburg City Council and City Schools hold a joint meeting to receive updates from the superintendent on leadership and capital improvement projects. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
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City of Lynchburg
City Council and City Schools Joint Meeting
September 8, 2026 | 4:00 pm
IT Conference Room: 3550 Young Place
I.
Welcome and Introductions
Larry Taylor, Mayor
Dr. Atul Gupta, School Board Chair
Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
Dr. Kristy Somerville-Midgette, Superintendent
II.
Leadership Update
Dr. Kristy Somerville-Midgette, Superintendent
III.
Capital Improvement Update
Dr. Kristy Somerville-Midgette, Superintendent
IV.
Good of the Order/Closing Remarks
Larry Taylor, Mayor
Dr. Atul Gupta, School Board Chair
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on pausing Flock camera program
The Lynchburg City Council is considering a resolution to temporarily pause the city's 15 fixed Flock cameras, express support for the Lynchburg Police Department, and provide notice and license revocation per the contract with Flock Group, Inc. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.
- Resolution R-26-___ to temporarily pause 15 fixed Flock cameras
- Support for the Lynchburg Police Department
- Notice and license revocation per contract with Flock Group, Inc.
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✓ Decided: Lynchburg City Council adopts resolution to pause and terminate Flock camera contract
City Council unanimously adopted Resolution #R-26-077 to temporarily pause 15 fixed Flock cameras and initiate license revocation. The resolution directs the City Manager to ensure all Flock technology is removed from City property and rights-of-way according to contractual terms.
- Adopted Resolution #R-26-077 to pause 15 fixed Flock cameras and revoke licenses (6-0)
City Hall, Council Chamber, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL
Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Agenda Items
I.1.
Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-___ regarding the temporary pause
of the City’s 15 fixed Flock cameras, support for the Lynchburg Police
Department, and providing “notice” and license revocation in accordance with
the contractual terms and conditions of the City’s agreement with Flock Group,
Inc.
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September 3, 2026
1
// A special called meeting of the Council of the City of Lynchburg was held on Thursday, September 3,
2026, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chamber, City Hall, Larry Taylor, President, presiding. The following
Members were present:
Present: Larry Taylor, Sterling A. Wilder, Chris Faraldi, Stephanie Reed, Martin Misjuns,
Jacqueline Timmer
6
Absent: Curt Diemer
1
Mayor Taylor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
// In the matter of City Council, Agenda Item #1, Council considered adopting Resolution #R-26-077
regarding the temporary pause of the City’s 15 fixed Flock cameras, support for the Lynchburg Police
Department, and providing notice and license revocation in accordance with the contractual terms and
conditions of the City’s agreement with Flock Group, Inc.
Councilmember Faraldi moved to adopt Resolution #R-26-077. Councilmember Reed seconded
the motion.
Councilmember Reed stated that Council was reconsidering the City’s use of the Flock cameras
in response to concerns raised by citizens and noted that other localities had also reconsidered their use
of the technology.
Councilmember Wilder discussed the public safety value of the cameras and asked what
alternatives would be available to the Police Department if the City discontinued their use. Police Chief
Ken Edwards stated that other vendors provide similar technology and explained that the Hill City
Connect program allows residents and businesses to volunt …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to review grants, bonuses, and budget updates
The Lynchburg Finance Committee will discuss several grant applications, including a Rescue Squad Assistance Fund grant for fire department equipment, a Justice Assistance Grant, and grants for senior center garden upgrades and pottery workshops. They will also consider a one-time bonus for Human Services staff and receive updates on the final state budget, LCS funding, the FY 2027 reserve for contingencies, and monthly revenue collections.
- RSAF grant for two Xpedition battery-powered stair chairs and five Stair Pro manual chairs
- BJA FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program
- One-time bonus for Department of Human Services staff
- 2026 AARP Grant for Templeton Senior Center garden upgrades
- 2026 NEA Grant for three pottery workshops with ceramics artists
2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Welcome
Councilmember Stephanie Reed, Chair
II.
General Business
II.1.
2026 Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services - Rescue Squad Assistance
Fund (RSAF) Grant for the Fire Department to purchase two (2) Xpedition
battery-powered stair chairs and five (5) Stair Pro manual chairs.
II.2.
BJA FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program
II.3.
One-time Bonus for Department of Human Services Staff
II.4.
2026 AARP Grant, for upgrades and improvements to the Templeton Senior
Center garden.
II.5.
2026 National Endowment for the Arts Grant (NEA), for three (3) pottery
workshops with well-known ceramics artists.
II.6.
Final State Budget and LCS Funding
III. Other Information
III.7. FY 2027 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
III.8. Monthly Revenue Collections Update
III.9. Record of Votes - Finance Committee Meeting: June 23, 2026
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
V.10. The next Finance Committee meeting is Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to vote on Liberty University fiber optic license in Candlers Mountain Road
The Lynchburg City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting a resolution approving a license agreement for Liberty University, Inc. to maintain fiber optic lines in Candlers Mountain Road. The agenda also includes approving minutes from five previous meetings and recognizing local high school athletic state championships. General business is listed but contains no specific item descriptions in the provided text.
- Public hearing on Resolution #R-26-___ for Liberty University, Inc. fiber optic lines in Candlers Mountain Road
- Approval of minutes from April 14, April 23, April 28, May 12, and May 26, 2026 meetings
- Recognition of Heritage High School Girls Track and Field State Championship
- Recognition of E.C. Glass Boys Lacrosse State Championship
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✓ Decided: Lynchburg City Council approves fiber optic license for Liberty University
Council approved a license agreement for Liberty University to install fiber optic lines under Candlers Mountain Road. Several rezoning petitions and a bridge naming proposal were briefed and deferred to September. No final action was taken on three proposed resolutions regarding Flock Safety Technology.
- Approved license agreement for Liberty University fiber optic lines (7-0)
- Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (4-3)
- Approved April 23, 2026 special meeting minutes (4-3)
- Approved April 28, 2026 meeting minutes (4-3)
- Approved May 12, 2026 meeting minutes (4-3)
- Approved May 26, 2026 meeting minutes (4-3)
- Approved June 9, 2026 meeting minutes (4-3)
- Denied motion to table performance evaluations of City staff indefinitely (2-5)
City Hall, Council Chamber, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg
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CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Invocation
Mayor Taylor
II.
Recognitions
II.1.
Heritage High School Girls Track and Field State Championship Recognition
II.2.
E.C. Glass Boys Lacrosse State Championship Recognition
III. Consent Agenda
III.3. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 14, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.4. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 23, 2026, special called
City Council meeting.
III.5. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 28, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.6. Consideration of approving the minutes from the May 12, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.7. Consideration of approving the minutes from the May 26, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.8. Consideration of approving the minutes from the June 9, 2026, City Council
meeting.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.9. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-___ approving a license agreement
allowing Liberty University, Inc. to maintain and operate fiber optic lines and
related equipment in Candlers Mountain Road.
V. Public Comment
V.10. Hear from a group representative regarding "updated gas in Dearington, safety
of employees at the Lynchburg Detention Center and an update on street lights".
(Robert Flood) (Rescuers of the Youth Hoop-City)
V.11. Hear from a group representative regarding "a positive altern …
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August 25, 2026
1
// A regular meeting of the Council of the City of Lynchburg was held on the 25th day of August, 2026 at
4:00 p.m. in the 2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, Larry Taylor, President, presiding. The following
Members were present:
Present: Larry Taylor, Curt Diemer, Stephanie Reed, Chris Faraldi, Sterling A. Wilder, Martin
Misjuns, Jacqueline Timmer
7
Absent:
0
// In the matter of Economic Development and Tourism, Agenda Item #1, Council was briefed regarding
an update to the City's Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) ordinance. Director of
Economic Development and Tourism Marjette Upshur explained that the proposed amendments would
modernize the City's 2019 ordinance and align Lynchburg with Virginia's statewide C-PACE program,
administered by the Virginia PACE Authority. She said C-PACE provides voluntary private financing for
qualifying commercial property improvements, including energy and water efficiency, renewable energy,
resiliency, stormwater management, environmental remediation, and electric vehicle infrastructure. She
noted that the City would not originate or guarantee the financing and would have no direct fiscal impact
beyond staff time associated with ordinance adoption and project document review. The item will return to
Council for a required public hearing and consideration.
Councilmember Timmer asked about the benefit of shifting administration from a locally
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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Closed Session [Substitute Motion - Table Indefinitely]
4 yea · 3 nay
Chris Faraldi yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Larry Taylor yea · Martin Misjuns nay · Jacqueline Timmer nay · Curtis Diemer nay
Closed Session [Table Indefinitely]
5 nay · 2 yea
Sterling Wilder yea · Larry Taylor yea · Chris Faraldi nay · Martin Misjuns nay · Stephanie Reed nay · Jacqueline Timmer nay · Curtis Diemer nay
The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to review C-PACE, three rezonings, and safety tech
The Lynchburg City Council is holding a work session to be briefed on several business items, including an update on the C-PACE ordinance and three rezoning requests for properties on Edgewood Avenue, Court Street, and Leesville Road. The Council will also discuss work session agenda items such as the Leesville Road speed study results, the Comprehensive Plan update, naming the Odd Fellows Road bridge, downtown public safety, and Flock Safety technology.
- C-PACE Ordinance Update
- Rezoning: 5612 & 5616 Edgewood Avenue (Perimeter Roofing and Exteriors)
- Rezoning: 802 Court Street (Gilliam House Condominiums)
- Rezoning: 533 Leesville Road (Rental Office Use)
- Leesville Road Speed Study Results
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I.
Welcome
Larry Taylor, Mayor
II.
Work Session Agenda Overview
Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Business Item Briefing(s)
III.1. C-PACE Ordinance Update
III.2. 5612 & 5616 Edgewood Avenue - Rezoning - Perimeter Roofing and Exteriors
III.3. 802 Court Street - Rezoning - Gilliam House Condominiums
III.4. 533 Leesville Road - Rezoning - Rental Office Use
III.5. Boards and Commissions Quarterly Reporting
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
IV.6. Leesville Road Speed Study Results
IV.7. Comprehensive Plan Update
IV.8. Odd Fellows Road Bridge Naming
IV.9. Downtown Public Safety
IV.10. Flock Safety Technology
V. Roll Call
VI. Closed Session
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00
General
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
Committee considers condemnation of 1508 Florida Avenue for pedestrian improvements
The Physical Development Committee will consider a naming request for the Odd Fellows Road Bridge, a fiber optic license agreement with Liberty University, and an ordinance to condemn portions of 1508 Florida Avenue for the Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements project (UPC #113272). The committee will also receive updates on major Public Works and Water Resources projects. These items address local infrastructure naming, utility expansion, and property acquisition for public transit improvements.
- Naming request for the Odd Fellows Road Bridge
- License agreement for Liberty University fiber optic service
- Ordinance #O-26-___ to condemn portions of 1508 Florida Avenue for Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements (UPC #113272)
- Public Works and Water Resources major project updates
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✓ Decided: Physical Development Committee reviews project updates and naming request
The committee received quarterly planning reports, major project updates, and a request to name the Odd Fellows Road Bridge after Earl Brooks. No formal votes were recorded; items including a fiber optic license agreement were referred for future council action.
- Reviewed naming request for Odd Fellows Road Bridge in honor of Earl Brooks
- Reviewed Liberty University fiber optic license agreement for Candler Mountain Road (referred to Aug 25 public hearing)
- Received planning updates for 802 Court Street, 2735 Wards Road, 5206 Tyreanna Road, and 5153 Boonsboro Road
- Noted building permit issuance for WaWa at 101 Marigold Court
- Confirmed removal of condemned status for 212 Wyndhurst Drive, 2025 & 1107 Polk Street, and 1714 Monroe Street
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Councilmember Jacqueline Timmer, Chair
II. Information Items
II.1. Time for Planning
II.2. Public Works and Water Resources Major Project Updates
II.3. Odd Fellows Road Bridge Naming Request
III. General Business
III.4. License Agreement for Liberty University Fiber Optic
III.5. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ authorizing condemning
portions of and interests in 1508 Florida Avenue for a public transportation
improvement project known as the Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements
(UPC #113272).
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENTCOMMITTEE
LYNCHBURG CITY COUNCIL
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 @ 3:00 p.m.
MEETING COMMENCED AT 3:00 PM IN THE 2ND FLOOR TRAINING ROOM.
ATTENDEES
Committee Members: Chair, Jacqueline Timmer; Councilman Dr. Sterling Wilder; Vice Mayor
Curt Diemer; Mayor Larry Taylor, Ex-Officio.
Others: Greg Patrick, Deputy City Manager; Kent White, Assistant City Manager; Gaynelle
Hart, Director of Public Works; Clay Simmons, Deputy Director of Public Works; Tim Mitchell,
Director of Water Resources; Scott Parkins, Engineering Manager, Water Resources; Tom
Martin, Director of Community Development; Susan Brown, Director of Communications and
Public Engagement; Christopher Price, Public Works.
General Business
Greg Patrick and City staff presented a quarterly report on updates from a Planning perspective.
Water Resources and Public Works presented Major Project Updates. Community Development
presented a naming request for Odd Fellows Bridge. Public Works presented a License
Agreement for Liberty University Fiber Optic.
A Minute for Planning – Tom Martin, Community Development
a. 802 Court Street A CUP application proposing to convert an existing building to 4
residential units (zoned B-1).
b. 2735 Wards Road – A site plan proposing the construction of a 3180-sf car wash
and parking improvements has been submitted.
c. 5206 Tyreanna Road– A subdivision plat proposing the creation of 3 lots has been
submitted.
d. 5153 B …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council considers water funds, zoning changes, and fire department staffing
The City Council will consider several ordinances including funding for water and stormwater projects. The agenda also includes public hearings on zoning at 1612 Concord Turnpike and new regulations for data centers.
- Appropriating $36,383,600 to the Water Capital Projects Fund and $1,300,000 to the Stormwater Capital Projects Fund
- Zoning change for 1612 Concord Turnpike
- New regulations to regulate Data Centers in the City
- Erosion & Stormwater Management Fees amendment
- Condemning portions of 1508 Florida Avenue for Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Vice Mayor Diemer
II. Recognitions
II.1. Heritage High School Girls Track and Field State Championship
II.2. Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week Proclamation
II.3. Recognizing Retired Fire Chief Jonathan Wright's Years of Service
II.4. Recognizing Retired Chief Financial Officer Donna Witt's Years of Service
III. Consent Agenda
III.5. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-069 amending and appropriating
$36,383,600 to the Water Capital Projects Fund and $1,300,000 to the
Stormwater Capital Projects Fund.
III.6. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 14, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.7. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 23, 2026, special called
City Council meeting.
III.8. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 28, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.9. Consideration of approving the minutes from the May 12, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.10. Consideration of approving the minutes from the May 26, 2026, City Council
meeting.
III.11. Consideration of approving the minutes from the June 9, 2026, City Council
meeting.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.12. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ changing the zoning of a certain
area located at 1612 Concord Turnpike.
IV.13. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-___ amending and reenacting …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
6 yea
Chris Faraldi yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Lynchburg City Council discusses downtown safety and public transit updates
The City Council will receive status updates on Main Street citizen concerns regarding downtown safety and a public transit study. The session also includes a review of the 2026 legislative update and a discussion of a snow removal ordinance.
- Downtown Safety: Main Street Citizen Concern status update
- Public Transit Study update
- Snow Removal Ordinance discussion
- Discussion of vacancies for various Boards and Commissions
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Business Item Briefing(s)
II.1. Council Meeting Calendar CY 2027
III. Work Session Agenda Overview Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III.2. Downtown Safety: Main Street Citizen Concern (Status Update)
III.3. Notable Local Government Highlights of the 2026 Legislative Update
III.4. Public Transit Study Update
III.5. Councilmember Faraldi: Snow Removal Ordinance
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
V. Roll Call
VI. Closed Session
VI.6. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss appointments for vacancies to the
following Boards and Commissions: Central Virginia Community College Board
of Directors, Historic Preservation Commission, Martin Luther King,
Jr./Lynchburg Community Council, Museum Advisory Board, Economic
Development Authority, Building Code of Appeals Board, and Business
Development Centre, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A.)(1) of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Closed Session [Enter a Closed Session]
7 yea
Chris Faraldi yea · Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Closed Session [Certification of a Closed Session]
7 yea
Chris Faraldi yea · Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Closed Session [Motion on Appointments]
7 yea
Chris Faraldi yea · Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to discuss budget amendments and grant funding
The Finance Committee will meet to consider amendments to the FY 2027 budget, including fire and water projects, and review a FEMA fire prevention grant. The agenda also includes updates on general fund reserves and revenue collections.
- Hill City Howlers Franchise Amendments
- DHS/FEMA FY 2025 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant
- FY 2027 Budget Amendment - Fire Assessment
- FY 2027 Budget Amendments - Water and Stormwater Capital Projects Fund
- FY 2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Councilmember Stephanie Reed, Chair
II. General Business
II.1. Hill City Howlers Franchise Amendments
II.2. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency
(DHS/FEMA) FY 2025 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant (FP&S)
II.3. FY 2027 Budget Amendment - Fire Assessment
II.4. FY 2027 Budget Amendments - Water and Stormwater Capital Projects Fund
III. Other Information
III.5. FY 2026 General Fund Reserve for Contingencies Update
III.6. Monthly Revenue Collections Update
III.7. State Budget Update
III.8. Record of Votes - Finance Committee Meeting: May 26, 2026
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
V.9. The next Finance Committee meeting is Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 3 p.m.
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to review rezoning of 1612 Concord Turnpike for mixed-use
This work session includes briefings on a rezoning request at 1612 Concord Turnpike, a proposed city code amendment for erosion and stormwater management fees, and a zoning ordinance amendment regulating data centers. Council will also discuss a derelict buildings dashboard and consider a closed session to discuss condemnation for the Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements Project.
- 1612 Concord Turnpike - Rezoning to Mixed Use
- City Code Amendment Section 16.1-18: Erosion & Stormwater Management Fees
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Data Centers
- Derelict Buildings Dashboard discussion
- Closed session for condemnation to acquire property on Florida Avenue for pedestrian improvements
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Work Session Agenda Overview Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Business Item Briefing(s)
III.1. 1612 Concord Turnpike - Rezoning - Mixed Use
III.2. City Code Amendment Section 16.1-18 (Erosion & Stormwater Management
Fees)
III.3. Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Data Centers
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
IV.4. Derelict Buildings Dashboard
V. Roll Call
VI. Closed Session
VI.5. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss pursuing a condemnation
proceeding to acquire small interests of a single property on Florida Avenue to
successfully complete the Florida Avenue Pedestrian Improvements Project
pursuant to §§ 2.2-3711(A)(7) of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Closed Session [Enter a Closed Session]
7 yea
Chris Faraldi yea · Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Closed Session [Certification of a Closed Session]
7 yea
Chris Faraldi yea · Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to approve budget amendments and appoint School Board members
The City Council will consider approving budget amendments for the Water and Stormwater funds, a lease agreement with Verizon Wireless, and the appointment of School Board members. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a sewer easement.
- Approve $350,000 for BAN issuance costs
- Amend Water Capital Projects Fund by $36,383,600
- Amend Stormwater Capital Projects Fund by $1,300,000
- Approve Verizon Wireless lease at Abert Water Filtration Plant
- Appoint School Board members for Districts I, II, III
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Councilmember Misjuns
II. Recognitions
II.1. Responsible Fathers Month
III. Consent Agenda
III.2. Consideration of approving the minutes from the March 26, 2026, special called
meeting.
III.3. Consideration of approving the minutes from the April 3, 2026, special called
meeting.
III.4. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-059 amending the FY 2026
General, Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Funds’ Operating Budgets to provide
appropriations totaling $350,000 for costs associated with the issuance of
$90,500,000 in BAN.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.5. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-067 to vacate and discontinue a
public sanitary sewer easement held by the City and located at 1280 Enterprise
Drive.
IV.6. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-068 approving a Lease Agreement
between the City and Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless at the Abert
Water Filtration Plant in Bedford County, Virginia.
IV.7. Consideration of introducing Ordinance #O-26-069 to amend and appropriate
$36,383,600 to the Water Capital Projects Fund and $1,300,000 to the
Stormwater Capital Projects Fund to address capital needs.
V. Public Comment
V.8. Hear from a group representative regarding "cameras". (Melanie Traber)
(Trading Post by Traber Ranch)
VI. General Business
VI.9. Consideration of introducing Ordinan …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
7 yea
Chris Faraldi yea · Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea
Fri Jun 12, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
City Council interviews candidates for District 2 and 3 council seats
The City Council will interview candidates for two open council seats during a scheduled session on Friday, June 12, 2026.
- Interviews for District 2 candidates: Tiffany Goode, Toby Johnson, and Letitia Lowery
- Interviews for District 3 candidates: Delisa Rogers, Tiersha Royal, and Ryan Thomas
- Interviews for District 3 candidate: Tiona Wilson
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CITY COUNCIL Friday, June 12, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Interview Schedule
II.1. 9:00 a.m. - Tiffany Goode, District 2
II.2. 9:30 a.m. - Toby Johnson, District 2
II.3. 10:00 a.m. - Letitia Lowery, District 2
II.4. BREAK
II.5. 10:45 a.m. - Delisa Rogers, District 3
II.6. 11:15 a.m. - Tiersha Royal, District 3
II.7. 11:45 a.m. - Ryan Thomas, District 3
II.8. 12:15 p.m. - Tiona Wilson, District 3
Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
City Council interviews candidates for District 1 and 2 seats
The City Council is holding interviews for candidates to fill vacancies in District 1 and District 2. The agenda lists eight candidates with scheduled interview times from 9:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Interviews for District 1 candidates: William Lewis, Jack Schewel, Brittany Smith, Xavier Storey, Shea Tinsley, Greg Vinson, Jr.
- Interviews for District 2 candidates: Angela Cox, Roman Franklin
- Interviews scheduled in 30-minute increments starting at 9:00 a.m.
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CITY COUNCIL Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Interview Schedule
II.1. 9:00 a.m. - William Lewis, District 1
II.2. 9:30 a.m. - Jack Schewel, District 1
II.3. 10:00 a.m. - Brittany Smith, District 1
II.4. 10:30 a.m. - Xavier Storey, District 1
II.5. BREAK
II.6. 11:15 a.m. - Shea Tinsley, District 1
II.7. 11:45 a.m. - Greg Vinson, Jr., District 1
II.8. 12:15 p.m. - Angela Cox, District 2
II.9. 12:45 p.m. - Roman Franklin, District 2
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider $90.5 million bond anticipation note
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution authorizing a $90.5 million bond anticipation note (BAN) along with budget appropriations of $350,000 for issuance costs. Other major items include a rezoning at 1410 University Boulevard, water and stormwater rate increases, and adoption of the FY 2027 operating budgets for the Water and Stormwater Funds. The Council also will consider ratifying the sale of 805 Court Street and amending real estate tax relief for elderly and disabled residents. Several public comments are scheduled on topics including corporate influence in local elections and a motion to reconsider Liberty University enrollment projections.
- Public hearing and adoption of Resolution #R-26-058 authorizing a $90.5 million Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) and appropriating $350,000 for issuance costs
- Public hearing on Resolution #R-26-056 and Ordinance #O-26-057 to rezone property at 1410 University Boulevard
- Public hearing on Ordinance #O-26-061 increasing Water and Stormwater Rates
- Second reading and adoption of FY 2027 Discretionary External Service Providers Budget and Water/Stormwater Operating Budgets (Ordinances #O-26-066 and #O-26-046b)
- Consideration of Ordinance #O-26-062 ratifying the sale of 805 Court Street
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✓ Decided: Council reconsiders and denies Liberty University enrollment resolution
Council voted 5-2 to reconsider Resolution R-26-055 regarding Liberty University enrollment projections, then voted 4-3 to deny it. The council also approved a water and stormwater rate increase, a bond anticipation note, and several other items.
- Reconsidered Resolution R-26-055 (5-2) and then denied it (4-3)
- Approved water rate increase to $3.62/100 cf and stormwater to $5.40/unit (5-2)
- Authorized $90.5M Bond Anticipation Note with Truist (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 1410 University Blvd to IN-2 for dormitory housing (7-0)
- Granted Appalachian Power easement at 3525 John Capron Rd (7-0)
- Ratified FY 2027 Discretionary External Service Providers Budget (7-0)
- Approved sale of 805 Court Street (7-0)
- Removed income cap for elderly/disabled real estate tax relief (7-0)
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CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Council Chamber- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Invocation Councilmember Timmer
II. Recognitions
III. Consent Agenda
III.1. Consideration of approving the minutes from the March 10, 2026, City Council
meeting.
IV. Public Hearing
IV.2. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-056 amending the Future Land Use
Map and adopting Ordinance #O-26-057 changing the zoning of a certain area
located at 1410 University Boulevard.
IV.3. Consideration of adopting Resolution #R-26-058 authorizing the 2026 Bond
Anticipation Note and introducing Resolution #R-26-059 amending the FY 2026
General, Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Funds’ Operating Budgets to provide
appropriations totaling $350,000 with resources from a bond anticipation note
(BAN), Series 2026 for costs associated with the issuance of $90,500,000 in
BAN.
IV.4. Consideration of adopting an Ordinance #O-26-060 granting Appalachian Power
Company an easement right to provide electricity on 3525 John Capron Road for
Milestone Towers Limited Partnership-V in connection with a current lease held
by the City.
IV.5. Continue a public hearing to receive citizen input regarding appointments, or
reappointments, to vacancies that will exist June 30, 2026, in School Board
Districts I, II, III.
IV.6. Consideration of adopting Ordinance #O-26-061 increasing the Water and
Stormwater Rates.
V. Public Comment
V.7. Hear from a gro …
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June 9, 2026
1
// A regular meeting of the Council of the City of Lynchburg was held on the 9th day of June, 2026 at 4:00
p.m. in the 2nd Floor Training Room, City Hall, Larry Taylor, President, presiding. The following Members
were present:
Present: Larry Taylor, Curt Diemer, Stephanie Reed, Chris Faraldi, Sterling A. Wilder, Jacqueline
Timmer
6
Absent: Martin Misjuns
1
// In the matter of Public Works, Agenda Item #1, Council received bids for the ApCo Easement -
Milestone Towers Line. Clerk of Council Alicia Finney-Andrews stated that bids had been requested for
an easement at 3525 John Capron Road and that one bid had been received from Appalachian Power
Company on June 3, 2026. Ms. Finney-Andrews read the letter of commitment submitted by Appalachian
Power Company regarding the grant and conveyance of a right-of-way and easement on City-owned
property located at 3525 John Capron Road.
Mayor Taylor asked whether there were any additional bids. Hearing none, Mayor Taylor
declared the bid closed.
Councilmember Diemer motioned, seconded by Councilmember Wilder, to accept the bid
submitted by Appalachian Power Company.
Councilmember Timmer asked whether Council could vote on the matter during the Work
Session without suspending the Rules of Procedure. City Attorney Matthew Freedman advised that the
matter fell within the exception.
With no further discussion from the Council, the following vote was recorded:
Ayes: Taylor, …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Public Comment
6 yea · 1 nay
Martin Misjuns yea · Stephanie Reed yea · Jacqueline Timmer yea · Sterling Wilder yea · Curtis Diemer yea · Larry Taylor yea · Chris Faraldi nay
The other 17 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Lynchburg City Council work session on June 9, 2026
The City Council will conduct a work session including a bid opening and business briefings. Discussion items include an assessment of the Lynchburg Fire Department and a resolution regarding LU enrollment.
- ApCo Easement - Milestone Towers Line bid acceptance
- Lynchburg Fire Department Climate, Culture, and Hiring Process Assessment
- LU Enrollment Resolution
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Work Session Agenda Overview Wynter C. Benda, City Manager
III. Bid Opening
III.1. ApCo Easement - Milestone Towers Line (Bid Acceptance)
IV. Business Item Briefing(s)
IV.2. Boards and Commissions Quarterly Reporting
V. Work Session Agenda Items
V.3. Lynchburg Fire Department Climate, Culture, and Hiring Process Assessment
V.4. Vice Mayor Diemer: LU Enrollment Resolution
VI. Roll Call
VII. Closed Session
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 15:00
Physical Development Committee
Committee to ratify sale of 805 Court Street property
The Physical Development Committee will consider and vote on three action items: a lease agreement with Verizon Wireless at the Abert Water Filtration Plant, vacation of a public sanitary sewer easement at 1280 Enterprise Drive, and ratification of the sale of 805 Court Street. The committee will also receive informational updates on corridor projects and major capital improvements.
- Lease agreement between Department of Water Resources and Cellco (d/b/a Verizon Wireless) at Abert Water Filtration Plant
- Vacation of public sanitary sewer easement at 1280 Enterprise Drive
- Ratification of sale of 805 Court Street
- Informational update on Corridors
- Major project updates including Water Resources
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
City Council Committee
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 3:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room- City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Councilmember Jacqueline Timmer, Chair
I.1. A Minute for Planning
II. General Business
II.2. Department of Water Resources and Cellco (d/b/a Verizon Wireless) Lease
Agreement at Abert Water Filtration Plant
II.3. 1280 Enterprise Drive Vacation of Public Sanitary Sewer Easement
II.4. Ratifying the Sale of 805 Court Street
III. Information Items
III.5. Corridors
III.6. Major Project Updates
III.7. Major Project Updates - Water Resources
IV. Roll Call
V. Next Regular Meeting
Tue May 26, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to consider resolution on inaccurate enrollment projections to credit agencies
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss and consider several items, including a closed session on a Liberty University investment and a water resources settlement, a rezoning for Liberty University dorms at 1410 University Boulevard, a 2026 bond anticipation note, budget adjustments, and a resolution addressing inaccurate enrollment projections communicated to credit-rating agencies.
- Closed session to discuss Liberty University investment opportunity
- FLUM Amendment & Rezoning for Liberty University dorms at 1410 University Boulevard
- 2026 Bond Anticipation Note
- Water and Stormwater Budget Adjustments
- Councilmember Timmer's resolution on corrective self-disclosure regarding inaccurate enrollment projections to credit agencies
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | 4:00 PM
2nd Floor Training Room - City Hall
900 Church Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
AGENDA
I. Welcome Larry Taylor, Mayor
II. Closed Session
II.1. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss a previously reviewed City
investment opportunity and related financial documents and information involving
Liberty University pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(6) of the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended.
II.2. Consideration of a closed meeting to discuss the settlement of a monetary
claim(s) involving the City's Water Resources Department pursuant to Section
2.2-3711(A)(7) and -(A)(8) of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
III. Business Item Briefing(s)
III.3. 1410 University Boulevard - FLUM Amendment & Rezoning - Liberty University
Dorms
III.4. 2026 Bond Anticipation Note
IV. Work Session Agenda Items
IV.5. Water Resources - Water and Stormwater Budget Adjustments
IV.6. Blackwater CSO Tunnel Update
IV.7. 12th Street Corridor Complete Neighborhoods Project
IV.8. Councilmember Timmer: Discussion and consideration of a resolution directing
corrective self-disclosure and remedial actions concerning inaccurate enrollment
and population-growth projections communicated to credit-rating agencies in
connection with the City’s Series 2026 General Obligation Bonds.
IV.9. Councilmember Timmer: Responsible Fathers Month
V. Roll Call
V.10. Vice Mayor Diemer: LU Enrollment Resolution
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 65 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $6.6B | BWXT PANTEX, LLC Department of Energy · MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE PANTEX PLANT |
| $3.6B | PANTEXAS DETERRENCE, LLC Department of Energy · CONTRACT 89233224CNA000004 FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF THE PAN |
| $2.6B | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON |
| $1.8B | HANFORD TANK WASTE OPERATIONS & CLOSURE, LLC Department of Energy · THE AWARD CONTINUES PERFORMANCE OF INTEGRATED TANK DISPOSITION CONTRAC |
| $910.5M | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON |
| $315.7M | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON |
| $302.6M | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · THIS AWARD IS FOR THE SAVANNAH RIVER INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CON |
| $266.7M | BWXT ENRICHMENT OPERATIONS, LLC Department of Energy · DOMESTIC URANIUM ENRICHMENT PILOT PLANT TASK ORDER 1 |
| $241.3M | SAVANNAH RIVER MISSION COMPLETION, LLC Department of Energy · SAVANNAH RIVER SITE INTEGRATED MISSION COMPLETION CONTRACT TASK ORDER |
| $99.9M | BWXT NUCLEAR OPERATIONS GROUP, INC. Department of Energy · THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROCESS 3.6 MT OF HALEU |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Lynchburg City)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-348 people (-$47.6M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)4 ({"Hurricane": 5, "Flood": 3, "Snowstorm": 3, "Severe Storm": · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities9 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments2,251 (57,019 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,200/mo (2,102 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy23.0% (low numeracy 36% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
7,600
Recorded votes
$411.7M
Annual budget
$398.1M
Debt outstanding
213
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$411.7M
Spending$422.0M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$398.1M
Debt-to-revenue0.97×
Debt-load index80 / 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 useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.