Orange County public meetings in 2021
26 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a proposed cigarette tax and the lease of the Blue Bell Building for broadband services. The meeting also includes a presentation of the FY2020-FY2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and budget amendments.
- Proposed cigarette tax ordinance of $0.02 per cigarette starting January 1, 2022
- Proposed lease of the Blue Bell Building (315 Waugh Blvd.) to FiberLync
- Lease-purchase of brush trucks for volunteer fire companies
- Amendment to Chapter 34 (Flood Hazard Reduction) of the County Code of Ordinances
- Proposed amendment to Rapidan Service Authority (RSA) Articles of Incorporation
The Board adopted a cigarette tax ordinance at $0.12 per pack, effective January 1, 2022, after an initial motion at $0.02 per pack failed 1-4. The Board also authorized the lease-purchase of five brush trucks for volunteer fire companies at $698,840, approved a budget amendment for the trucks, and authorized a public hearing and VDOT speed study for Route 600 (Mt. Sharon Road). Additionally, the Board approved a lease agreement with FiberLync for the Blue Bell Building and adopted a concurrent resolution amending the Rapidan Service Authority's Articles of Incorporation.
- Adopted cigarette tax ordinance at $0.12 per pack (4-1)
- Authorized lease-purchase of 5 brush trucks for $698,840 (5-0)
- Approved budget amendment increasing financing and expenditure by $150,000 for brush trucks (5-0)
- Authorized advertising public hearing for through truck restriction on Route 600 (5-0)
- Adopted resolution requesting VDOT speed study on Route 600 (5-0)
- Authorized lease of Blue Bell Building to FiberLync (5-0)
- Adopted concurrent resolution amending RSA Articles of Incorporation (5-0)
- Amended alternate route for truck restriction to Route 522 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit for a fiber facility hub. The Board is also considering budget amendments and an ordinance change regarding flood hazard reduction.
- Public hearing for SUP 21-03: Central Virginia Electric Cooperative fiber facility hub on Litchfield Drive
- Amendment to Chapter 34 (Flood Hazard Reduction) of the Orange County Code of Ordinances
- Lease-purchase of a Tanker Truck
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Health Department Budget FY21 Settlement and FY22 Request
The Board approved the lease-purchase of a 2023 Pierce Tanker Truck for $548,826 through a cooperative contract, contingent on bank financing. It also approved a special use permit for a fiber facility hub, adopted the consent agenda including budget amendments and appointments, and requested staff revisions to a floodplain ordinance for later consideration.
- Approved lease-purchase of 2023 Pierce Tanker Truck for $548,826 (5-0)
- Approved SUP 21-03 for fiber facility hub on Tax Map No. 57-1-15A (5-0)
- Adopted consent agenda including FY22 budget amendments and FY21 health district fund rollover of $14,511 (5-0)
- Appointed two additional members to Youth Council for 2021-2022
- Authorized agreements for Watch for Children sign on Pennfields Drive, contingent on POA agreement
- Requested staff changes to floodplain ordinance model language for next meeting
- Appointed William Logan to Criminal Justice Board, Thomas Pratt to Community Services Board
- Re-appointed/appointed members to Broadband Authority for 2022-2023 terms
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a worksession to discuss project development for Smart Scale Round 5. E. Alan Saunders, Louisa Resident Engineer, will lead the discussion.
- Smart Scale Round 5 project development
The Orange County Board of Supervisors held a worksession on December 7, 2021, receiving a presentation from VDOT's Louisa Resident Engineer on Smart Scale Round 5 project development. The presentation covered potential projects, safety data, and recommendations, but the Board took the information under advisement and made no decisions. The worksession adjourned to the regular meeting at 4:28 p.m.
- Took Smart Scale project development information under advisement (no action)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider budget amendments for FY21 and FY22, opioid settlement distribution resolutions, and a setback variance for property on Blue Ridge Turnpike. Additionally, the Board will continue discussion regarding decennial redistricting.
- FY21 Budget Amendments
- FY22 Budget Amendments
- Victim Witness Program realignment
- Opioid settlement distribution resolutions
- Setback variance for property on Blue Ridge Turnpike
The Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance establishing new election districts, precincts, and polling places following the 2020 Census, with two polling place changes: District 3 East moves to the Orange County Airport and District 4 East moves to Germanna Community College. The Board also approved two resolutions authorizing the County's participation in the Virginia Opioid Abatement Fund and the national opioid settlement with McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, and Janssen. Additionally, the Board initiated a zoning variance application for property at 14480 Blue Ridge Turnpike and approved budget amendments, including a $325,000 increase for county health claims.
- Adopted ordinance establishing new election districts, precincts, and polling places (5-0).
- Approved resolution for County participation in the Virginia Opioid Abatement Fund and Settlement Allocation MOU (5-0).
- Approved resolution for County participation in the proposed opioid settlement with McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, and Janssen (5-0).
- Initiated a zoning variance application for property at 14480 Blue Ridge Turnpike (5-0).
- Approved FY21 and FY22 budget amendments, including a $325,000 increase for county health claims.
- Approved realignment of the Victim Witness Program to the Sheriff's Office.
- Re-appointed Stacy Burleson and Sean Gregg to the Parks and Recreation Foundation Board (3-year terms).
- Authorized public hearings for December 21, 2021, on leasing the Blue Bell Building, a Rapidan Service Authority resolution, and a cigarette tax ordinance (with a proposed rate of 40 cents per pack).
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider proposed changes to election districts, precincts, and polling place locations following the 2020 Census. The meeting also includes a public hearing on modifying the definition of Accessory Apartments in the Zoning Ordinance.
- Public hearing on proposed decennial redistricting of election districts and polling places
- Public hearing on ZTA 21-02 to modify the definition of Accessory Apartment in Section 70-1 of the Zoning Ordinance
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Budget Amendment and Supplemental Appropriation for Orange County Public Schools’ Operating Fund
- Discussion on Childcare Staff Fee Discount
The Board approved a $5.57M ARPA-funded budget amendment for Orange County Public Schools' operating fund, adopted a zoning ordinance amending the definition of accessory apartment, and approved a pilot program offering 100% childcare fee discounts for school-age childcare employees and 50% for other county employees. The Board also scheduled a public hearing for a special use permit and deferred redistricting action until after the November election.
- Approved $5,574,999.22 ARPA supplemental appropriation for schools (5-0)
- Adopted ZTA 21-02 amending accessory apartment definition (5-0)
- Approved pilot childcare fee discount: 100% for childcare employees, 50% for other county employees
- Scheduled public hearing for SUP 21-03 (Central Virginia Electric Cooperative) on Dec. 7, 2021
- Deferred redistricting action until Nov. 17, 2021 meeting
- Adopted consent agenda including budget amendments and youth council appointments (5-0)
- Authorized closed meeting for real property and legal matters (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a school budget amendment, a new radon construction ordinance, and a road abandonment. The meeting also includes a public input session regarding decennial redistricting.
- Proposed appropriation of $1,209,533 from FY21 and $5,574,999 in ARPA funds for Orange County Public Schools
- Proposed ordinance requiring radon resistant new construction per the International Residential Code
- Proposed abandonment of a 0.23-mile portion of Route 730 (Madison Run Drive)
- Public input session on Decennial Redistricting
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
The Board of Supervisors conditionally approved a budget amendment and supplemental appropriation for Orange County Public Schools, re-appropriating $1,209,533 in FY21 funds and appropriating $5,574,999 in federal ARPA funds, pending audit confirmation. The Board also adopted an ordinance requiring radon-resistant new construction for single- and two-family dwellings, and approved the abandonment of a non-existent portion of Route 730 (Madison Run Drive).
- Approved FY22 budget amendment for schools: $1,209,533 re-appropriation and $5,574,999 ARPA funds (4-0)
- Adopted ordinance requiring radon-resistant new construction for single- and two-family dwellings (4-0)
- Approved abandonment of non-existent portion of Route 730 (Madison Run Drive) (4-0)
- Adopted consent agenda including FY22 budget amendments and resolution honoring Garnett A. Taylor (4-0)
- Designated James P. Crozier as voting delegate for VACo Annual Business Meeting (4-0)
- Directed staff to form working group on private road standards and discontinue Planning Commission consideration of STA 21-01 (consensus)
- Re-appointed Robert 'Bob' McConnell to Economic Development Authority (consensus)
- Appointed Theodore L. Voorhees and Glenda E. Bradley to Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a worksession to discuss redistricting and a specific rezoning request. These items are being reviewed with the Chief Deputy Clerk, GIS Analyst, and the Planning and Development Services Director.
- Redistricting discussion with Alyson Simpson and Jim Whipp
- REZ 21-02 (Wilderness Crossing) rezoning request
The Board adopted the agenda and agreed by consensus on proposed district and precinct boundaries and polling place locations for redistricting, to be advertised for a public hearing on October 26, 2021. They also provided detailed guidance to the Planning Commission for the REZ 21-02 (Wilderness Crossing) rezoning application, covering land use, housing, commercial, public use, design, and infrastructure. No formal votes were taken on these items; decisions were by consensus.
- Adopted agenda (5-0)
- Agreed on proposed district boundaries, precinct boundaries, and polling place locations for redistricting, to be advertised for public hearing on Oct 26, 2021
- Agreed to provide guidance to Planning Commission on REZ 21-02 (Wilderness Crossing) rezoning application
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a Special Use Permit for horse keeping. The meeting also includes discussions on redistricting and FY22 budget amendments.
- Public hearing for SUP 21-02: keeping horses at 9292 Little Skyline Drive
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Discussion on Redistricting
- Scheduling of public hearing for ZTA 21-02 (Amendment to Accessory Apartment)
- Appointments to the Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT)
The Board of Supervisors approved SUP 21-02, allowing Christopher and Marie Gorman to keep horses on their property at 9292 Little Skyline Drive, zoned General Residential (R-2), with conditions including a maximum of three horses and improved fencing. The Board also adopted the consent agenda, which included FY22 budget amendments and appointments to the Community Policy and Management Team. Additionally, the Board scheduled a public hearing for ZTA 21-02 (accessory apartment amendment) and a worksession to discuss Wilderness Crossing and redistricting.
- Approved SUP 21-02 for keeping horses on Tax Map No. 28-73 (4-0)
- Adopted consent agenda including FY22 budget amendments and CPMT appointments (4-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for ZTA 21-02 on October 26, 2021
- Scheduled worksession for October 5, 2021 to discuss Wilderness Crossing and redistricting
- Appointed Sarah Lupo to BVODAC, Alisha Vines to Skyline CAP, and re-appointed Jack Rickett, Jeffrey Palmer, Jeff Earnhardt to various boards
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet for a worksession to discuss redistricting. The session will feature presentations from County Administrator Theodore L. Voorhees and GIS Analyst Jim Whipp.
- Redistricting discussion with Theodore L. Voorhees and Jim Whipp
The Board of Supervisors held a worksession to begin redistricting discussions following receipt of adjusted 2020 Census data. Staff demonstrated a GIS mapping tool and presented two options for finalizing district boundaries, seeking Board guidance on a path forward. No formal decisions were made during the worksession; the Board thanked staff and adjourned to its regular meeting.
- No formal decisions made during the worksession; redistricting discussion only
- Chairman Crozier participated remotely via Zoom from New Bern, NC
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a regional cigarette tax and an easement for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative. The meeting also includes a review of FY22 budget amendments and a proposed ordinance on radon resistant construction.
- Public hearing on establishing a cigarette tax and joining the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board
- Public hearing on an underground service easement at 27531 Constitution Highway
- Proposed amendment to the Code of Ordinances regarding Radon Resistant Construction
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services (RRCS) Fiscal Year 2022 Plan
The Board voted 5-0 to adopt an ordinance approving the formation of the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board, a joint entity to administer cigarette taxes for member localities. The Board also authorized staff to schedule a public hearing for October 12, 2021, to consider adopting a radon-resistant new construction ordinance. Additionally, the Board approved a budget amendment and supplemental appropriation for Orange County Public Schools to be considered at a public hearing on the same date.
- Adopted ordinance forming the Blue Ridge Cigarette Tax Board (5-0 roll call vote).
- Authorized staff to schedule a public hearing on a radon-resistant new construction ordinance for October 12, 2021.
- Authorized staff to schedule a public hearing on a budget amendment for Orange County Public Schools for October 12, 2021.
- Approved FY22 budget amendments (supplementals and transfers) as part of the Consent Agenda.
- Adopted the August 24, 2021 Regular Meeting minutes as part of the Consent Agenda.
- Re-appointed Mark Herndon to the Airport Commission for a four-year term starting January 1, 2022.
- Re-appointed Clifton Barnes to the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board for a three-year term starting January 1, 2022.
- Appointed Eugene Ernst to the Social Services Advisory Board, filling an unexpired term ending June 30, 2024.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will review proposed spending plans for ARPA funds, including a Public Safety Resiliency Program. The meeting also includes budget amendments and contract renewals for hardware and petroleum products.
- Proposed spending plans for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
- Adjustments to Childcare Fee Schedule
- Abandonment of a portion of Route 730 (Madison Run Drive)
- Contract renewals with Dell and Culpeper Petroleum-Southern States
- Scheduling of public hearings for SUP 21-02, SUP 12-06, and STA 21-01
The Board endorsed a general spending plan for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and approved additions for a Public Safety Resiliency Program, including a Paramedic Training Program and a Paramedicine Pilot Program. The Board also approved FY22 budget amendments, adopted the Personal Property Tax Relief Act (PPTRA) resolution for 2021, renewed contracts with Dell and Culpeper Petroleum-Southern States, and adjusted the childcare fee schedule.
- Endorsed general ARPA spending plan (5-0)
- Endorsed Paramedic Training Program additions to ARPA plan (5-0)
- Endorsed Paramedicine Pilot Program additions to ARPA plan (4-1, Johnson opposed)
- Endorsed Public Safety Resiliency Program additions to ARPA plan in amount of $250,000 (5-0)
- Approved FY22 budget amendments as part of Consent Agenda (5-0)
- Adopted PPTRA resolution for 2021 (5-0)
- Authorized renewal of contract with Dell for hardware and maintenance (5-0)
- Authorized renewal of contract with Culpeper Petroleum-Southern States (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a solar energy facility and the lease of county-owned land. The meeting also includes a proposal to appoint a local fire marshal and budget amendments for FY22.
- Public hearing for Special Use Permit (SUP 20-05) for Redfish Solar Partners, LLC on Catharpin Road
- Public hearing for the lease of 4.287 acres of county-owned property at 27531 Constitution Highway to Anthony A. Mayo
- Proposed Resolution to Appoint a Local Fire Marshal
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- CARES Act Spending Update
The Board approved a special use permit for Redfish Solar Partners to build a solar energy generation facility on Catharpin Road, with conditions. It also appointed a local fire marshal, authorized a public hearing on a regional cigarette tax, and approved a lease for county-owned property.
- Approved SUP 20-05 for Redfish Solar facility (4-1, Marshall opposed)
- Appointed Kenneth M. Throckmorton as local Fire Marshal (5-0)
- Authorized advertising for Sept. 14 public hearing on regional cigarette tax board (5-0)
- Approved lease with Anthony A. Mayo for county property at 27531 Constitution Highway (5-0)
- Adopted consent agenda including FY22 budget amendments (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a worksession to review proposed changes to local land use rules. Discussions include standards for private roads and regulations for accessory dwellings.
- Volunteer recruitment and retention discussion with Jeff Mendonca
- Proposed amendment to the Subdivision Ordinance regarding private road standards
- Proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding accessory dwellings
The Board of Supervisors held a worksession and discussed volunteer firefighter recruitment, a proposed amendment to the Subdivision Ordinance on private road standards, and a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance on accessory dwellings. By consensus, the Board initiated Planning Commission action on the private road standards amendment, as modified. The Board agreed to refine accessory dwelling definitions with staff before further consideration.
- Initiated Planning Commission action on private road standards amendment (consensus)
- Agreed to refine accessory dwelling definitions with staff before future consideration (consensus)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several budget amendments and contract renewals through the consent agenda. Additionally, the Board may schedule a public hearing regarding the lease of county-owned property on Constitution Highway.
- FY21 and FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- FY21 Budget Amendment for Orange County Public Schools
- Renewal of contract with Eastern Aviation Fuels for Aviation Fuel
- Renewal of contracts for IT Support Services
- Renewal of contract with R.M. Soderquist for Landfill Operations
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $1,819,916 supplemental appropriation for Orange County Public Schools, several budget amendments, and contract renewals for aviation fuel, IT support, and landfill operations. The Board also authorized an amendment to the County Administrator's employment agreement to pay $11,800 for moving expenses, and scheduled a public hearing for leasing county-owned property on Constitution Highway. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda and routine items.
- Approved $1,819,916 supplemental appropriation for Orange County Public Schools (5-0)
- Approved FY21 and FY22 budget amendments as presented (5-0)
- Authorized renewal of aviation fuel contract with Eastern Aviation Fuels for 12 months (5-0)
- Authorized renewal of IT support contracts with five vendors for one year (5-0)
- Authorized renewal of landfill operations contract with R.M. Soderquist for one year (5-0)
- Adopted resolution to pay County Administrator $11,800 for moving expenses (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for August 10, 2021 to consider leasing county-owned property on Constitution Highway (consensus)
- Re-appointed three members to Barboursville Village Overlay District Advisory Committee (consensus)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss a special use permit for Redfish Solar Partners, LLC. The board will also review a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance concerning accessory dwellings.
- Discussion of SUP 20-05 (Redfish Solar Partners, LLC)
- Proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding accessory dwellings
The Board of Supervisors discussed the Redfish Solar special use permit application but took no action, holding it under advisement. They also discussed a proposed zoning amendment for accessory dwellings and requested staff to revise it for further discussion at the next worksession.
- Took SUP 20-05 (Redfish Solar Partners, LLC) under advisement with no action taken
- By consensus, requested staff to make changes to the proposed zoning amendment on accessory dwellings and bring it back on July 27, 2021
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss new business, including the purchase of a front loader truck for landfill services. The agenda also includes FY22 budget amendments and appointments to the Community Policy and Management Team.
- Purchase of a Front Loader Truck for Landfill Services
- FY22 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Appointments to the Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT)
- Memorial Resolution from the Virginia Senate for S. Teel Goodwin
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the purchase of a Heil HalfPack front loader from Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems using a cooperative contract and FY22 Capital Budget funds via lease purchase. The Board also adopted the consent agenda, which included FY22 budget amendments and appointments to the Community Policy and Management Team. A public hearing for SUP 20-05 (Redfish Solar Partners, LLC) was scheduled for August 10, 2021. The Board entered a closed meeting to discuss personnel, real estate, and legal matters, and certified the closed meeting as compliant with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act.
- Adopted the agenda as presented (5-0).
- Adopted the consent agenda, including FY22 budget amendments and appointments to the CPMT (5-0).
- Authorized purchase of a Heil HalfPack front loader from Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems via cooperative contract and lease purchase (5-0).
- Scheduled a public hearing for SUP 20-05 (Redfish Solar Partners, LLC) on August 10, 2021.
- Authorized a closed meeting to discuss personnel, real property, and legal matters (5-0).
- Certified the closed meeting as compliant with the Virginia FOIA (5-0).
- Adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m. (5-0).
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss the Workforce Center and the scope of work for a space study. These items are for discussion rather than formal decision.
- Workforce Center discussion with Virginia Career Works
- Space Study Scope of Work presentation by Kurt Hildebrand
The Board of Supervisors held a worksession with presentations on the Workforce Center and a proposed General Government Space Study. By consensus, the Board requested staff gather additional information on five county facilities (Gordon, Sedwick, Community Development, current Sheriff's Office, and Belleview buildings) for a future meeting. No formal votes or final decisions were made.
- Requested staff gather additional info on five county facilities for space study (by consensus)
- Heard Workforce Center presentation from Virginia Career Works (no action taken)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to establish fines for littering on public highways. The meeting also includes decisions on broadband authority agreements and various service contracts.
- Proposed littering ordinance with fines between $1,000 and $2,500
- Renewal of contract with Change Healthcare for EMS Billing and Collection Services
- Renewal of agreement with Goodwill Industries of the Valley, Inc. for the Orange Workforce Center
- Adoption of Core Network Agreement and VRS Funds MOU with the Broadband Authority
- Proposed amendment to Animals At-Large Ordinance
The Board of Supervisors adopted an ordinance establishing fines for littering, making it a misdemeanor punishable by up to 12 months in jail and a fine of $1,000 to $2,500. The Board also resolved and reclassified the $2 million line of credit extended to the Broadband Authority, forgiving the balance and accrued interest as of July 1, 2021, using ARPA funds. Additionally, the Board approved several contracts, including for airport and environmental engineering services, and renewed the agreement with Goodwill Industries for the Orange Workforce Center.
- Adopted the agenda as modified (5-0).
- Approved FY21 budget amendments as part of the consent agenda (5-0).
- Authorized renewal of the contract with Change Healthcare for EMS billing and collection services for 12 months (5-0).
- Adopted a resolution to close the local state of emergency for COVID-19 on June 30, 2021 (5-0).
- Resolved and reclassified the $2,000,000 line of credit to the Broadband Authority, forgiving the balance and accrued interest (5-0).
- Authorized renewal of the agreement with Goodwill Industries for the Orange Workforce Center for one year (5-0).
- Awarded contracts for airport engineering services to Delta Airport Consultants and Talbert & Bright (5-0).
- Awarded contracts for environmental engineering services to LaBella Associates and Draper Aden Associates (5-0).
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a worksession to review a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding accessory apartments. The body will also discuss REZ 20-01 concerning Signature Series Development, LLC.
- Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding accessory apartments
- REZ 20-01 (Signature Series Development, LLC)
The Board discussed a proposed zoning amendment to add 'accessory dwelling unit' as a definition, but took no final action. By consensus, they directed staff to revise the draft based on discussion and bring it back on July 13, 2021. They also reviewed a rezoning application (REZ 20-01) from Signature Series Development, LLC, but took no action, holding it under advisement.
- Requested staff to revise accessory dwelling unit zoning amendment (consensus)
- Took no action on REZ 20-01, held under advisement
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss the adoption of a five-year economic development plan and a resolution regarding the authority of the County Administrator. The meeting includes reviews of budget amendments and several software and technology contract renewals.
- Adoption of the 2021-2025 Economic Development Strategic Plan
- FY21 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Contract renewal with Central Square/Zuercher Technologies, LLC for the CAD System
- Contract renewal with L3Harris Technologies for the LMR P25 Radio System
- Tyler Technologies ERP Software as a Service (SaaS) Agreement
The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution defining the County Administrator's authority, including procurement and personnel powers. It also approved a $504,264 Tyler Technologies ERP software agreement, adopted the 2021-2025 Economic Development Strategic Plan, and approved several budget amendments and contract renewals.
- Adopted resolution establishing County Administrator's authority (5-0)
- Authorized Tyler Technologies ERP SaaS agreement, $504,264 total (5-0)
- Adopted 2021-2025 Economic Development Strategic Plan (5-0)
- Approved FY21 budget amendments (5-0)
- Renewed CAD system contract with Central Square/Zuercher Technologies (5-0)
- Renewed LMR P25 radio system contract with L3Harris Technologies (5-0)
- Adopted Auxiliary List for Secondary Roads, adding Shore Drive (5-0)
- Appointed Bryan Nicol to Planning Commission (consensus)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to review the Germanna-Wilderness Area Plan (GWAP) and related land use applications. The session will be led by County Administrator Theodore L. Voorhees.
- Germanna-Wilderness Area Plan (GWAP) and Land Use Applications
The Board of Supervisors held a worksession to review the Germanna-Wilderness Area Plan (GWAP) and related rezoning applications. Staff presented information on the plan's history, zoning components, and the two pending rezoning applications. Discussion covered implementation of the ARC process, the Water and Wastewater Master Plan, transportation planning, and design standards. The Board took the information under advisement and took no action.
- Took GWAP information under advisement, no action taken
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a Planning Commission resolution for a moratorium on solar energy projects. They will also hold a joint public hearing with VDOT regarding the Secondary Six-Year Plan and construction budget.
- Planning Commission Resolution for Moratorium on Solar Energy Projects
- Memorandum of Agreement with Madison County regarding Rapidan Service Authority
- Proposed Ordinance to Increase the Fines for Littering
- Resolution to Establish the Authority of the Orange County Administrator
- Public hearing for the Secondary Six-Year Plan and FY2022 Construction Budget
The Board authorized using available funds for Title V Air Permitting at the landfill and approved a $25,000 proposal for Tier 2 emissions testing. They also approved a Memorandum of Agreement with Madison County regarding Greene County's withdrawal from the Rapidan Service Authority, and adopted the Secondary Six-Year Plan for roads. A proposed littering fine increase was scheduled for a public hearing, and a solar moratorium was tabled.
- Authorized use of funds for Title V Air Permitting and Tier 2 emissions testing at landfill (5-0)
- Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Madison County on Rapidan Service Authority (5-0)
- Adopted Secondary Six-Year Plan for FY2022-2027 and construction budget (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for littering fine increase ordinance (5-0)
- Adopted consent agenda including budget amendments and prior minutes (5-0)
- Took solar moratorium resolution under advisement, no action
- Requested revisions to County Administrator authority resolution, to return later
- Scheduled worksession for REZ 20-01 Signature Series Development
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is holding a worksession to view demonstrations of new digital tools. The meeting focuses on the Open Data Portal, Parcel Viewer, and the CivicClerk Board Portal.
- Demonstration of the New Open Data Portal and Parcel Viewer
- Demonstration of the CivicClerk Board Portal
The Board of Supervisors held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They reviewed demonstrations of the new Open Data Portal and Parcel Viewer, which will replace the current Web LoGIStics GIS viewer, and the CivicClerk Board Portal for agenda management. The Board discussed improving website access to these tools and transitioning away from the old system.
- No formal decisions or votes taken during the worksession
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider a special use permit for William Renaud, dba Piedmont Processing. The meeting includes budget amendments and a request for Lands End Drive to be accepted into the state highway system.
- Public hearing for SUP 21-01: William Renaud, dba Piedmont Processing
- FY21 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Resolution requesting Lands End Drive acceptance into the Secondary System of State Highways
- Award of an additional contract for General Engineering and Architectural Services
The Orange County Board of Supervisors approved a special use permit (SUP 21-01) for William Renaud, dba Piedmont Processing, to operate a livestock slaughtering and processing facility on Tax Map No. 57-34 at 15415 James Madison Highway. The permit was approved with conditions, including a limit of 25 animals slaughtered per week. The board also authorized a contract with EPR, PC for engineering services and granted a 45-day grace period for penalties on first-half real estate tax bills.
- Approved SUP 21-01 for livestock slaughtering facility (5-0)
- Authorized contract with EPR, PC for engineering services (5-0)
- Granted 45-day grace period for real estate tax penalties (5-0)
- Adopted FY21 budget amendments (5-0)
- Adopted proclamation for National Police Week (5-0)
- Adopted resolution for Lands End Drive highway acceptance (5-0)
- Adopted proclamation for Safe Boating Week (5-0)
- Authorized closed meeting for property and legal matters (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a worksession to review the Secondary Six-Year Plan. Chief Deputy Clerk Alyson Simpson will lead the discussion.
- Secondary Six-Year Plan review
The Board of Supervisors held a worksession to review the Secondary Six-Year Plan for fiscal years 2022-2027, with VDOT staff presenting funding allocations and project statuses. Discussion covered project scopes for several roads. The Board voted 5-0 to authorize advertising and scheduling a public hearing on the plan for May 25, 2021.
- Authorized advertising and scheduling of public hearing on Secondary Six-Year Plan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 operating and capital budget and the tax rates for calendar year 2021. The meeting also includes the adoption of a five-year Capital Improvements Plan and several contract awards.
- Adoption of FY2022-FY2026 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)
- Adoption of Ordinance for Tax Rates for Calendar Year 2021
- Adoption and Appropriation of Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2022
- Sole source award to Zoll Medical Corporation for ventilators
- Scheduling of public hearing for REZ 20-01 (Signature Series Development, LLC)
The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the FY2022 operating and capital budget totaling $122,025,524, along with the FY2022-FY2026 Capital Improvements Plan. The Board also set the 2021 tax rates, including a real estate rate of $0.61 per $100 of assessed value, marking the seventh consecutive year without an increase in real estate or personal property tax rates. Additionally, the Board authorized contracts for engineering services, approved a sole-source ventilator purchase, and expressed interest in a regional cigarette tax board.
- Adopted FY2022 budget of $122,025,524 (5-0)
- Adopted 2021 tax rates, real estate at $0.61 per $100 (5-0)
- Adopted FY2022-FY2026 Capital Improvements Plan (5-0)
- Authorized contracts with 6 firms for engineering/architectural services (5-0)
- Approved $119,990.25 sole-source purchase of 9 ventilators from Zoll Medical (5-0)
- Authorized application for $13,000 FAA Airport Coronavirus Response Grant (5-0)
- Adopted resolution of interest in regional cigarette tax board (5-0)
- Approved FY21 budget amendments (5-0)