Orange County public meetings in 2024
54 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to discuss the Zoning Ordinance Update Project. The presentation will be given by County Administrator Theodore L. Voorhees and Planning and Zoning Services Manager Josh Frederick. No other decisions or items are listed on the agenda.
- Work session: Zoning Ordinance Update Project presented by Theodore L. Voorhees and Josh Frederick
The Orange County Board of Supervisors held a worksession on December 17, 2024, receiving a presentation from The Berkley Group on the Zoning Ordinance update project, including findings from the diagnostic phase and next steps. The Board also voted unanimously to enter a closed meeting to discuss a personnel matter regarding the County Administrator, and later certified the closed meeting as compliant with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. No substantive decisions were made on the zoning update; the meeting adjourned at 4:59 p.m.
- Authorized closed meeting for personnel matter (5-0)
- Certified closed meeting compliance with FOIA (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 4:59 p.m. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider FY25 budget amendments and the adoption of past meeting minutes. The Board will also hold a public hearing to discuss a utility easement for a speed monitoring device at Locust Grove Middle School.
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Adoption of October 8, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Adoption of October 22, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Adoption of November 20, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Utility Easement to Rappahannock Electric at 6368 Flat Run Road
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a utility easement to Rappahannock Electric Cooperative for powering a photo speed monitoring device at Locust Grove Middle School. They also adopted the consent agenda, including FY25 budget amendments and minutes from prior meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; a proposal for federal lobbying consulting services was deferred to the next meeting.
- Approved utility easement to Rappahannock Electric Cooperative for speed camera power (5-0)
- Adopted consent agenda including FY25 budget amendments and minutes (5-0)
- Deferred federal lobbying consulting services proposal to January 14, 2025
- Directed inclusion of Mike Willis and John Licata on Board of Equalization appointee list
- Re-appointed Benny Sedwick to Board of Building Code Appeals (5-year term)
- Appointed Robin Breckenridge to Encompass Community Supports Board (3-year term)
- Re-appointed Jeff Earnhardt to Parks and Recreation Foundation Board (3-year term)
- Re-appointed Kenny White, Robert Lookabill, and Jess Thompson to Tourism Advisory Committee (2-year terms)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two applications: a rezoning request for 5.99 acres at 9292 Little Skyline Drive from General Residential (R‑2) to Agricultural (A); and an amendment to a 2019 special use permit for the Locust Grove West Storage Phase 2 facility at 3171 Germanna Highway to allow covered and uncovered RV and boat parking. Both properties are located within designated future land use categories in the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will also include routine reports, committee updates, and commissioner comments.
- REZ‑2024‑00311: Application by Melanie Phillips to rezone 5.99 acres at 9292 Little Skyline Dr. from General Residential (R‑2) to Agricultural (A).
- SUP‑2024‑00295: Application by Gary Deal to amend the 2019 special use permit for the Locust Grove West Storage Phase 2 site at 3171 Germanna Hwy to permit covered and uncovered RV and boat parking.
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee: proposal to create an A1 zoning district (Chairman Capelle and Mr. Van Hoven).
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee: proposal to revise private road standards (Mr. Bryington and Mr. Marshall).
- Planning and Zoning Services Report presented by Josh Frederick, Planning and Zoning Services Manager.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. This item is scheduled as a closed meeting to avoid affecting bargaining positions or negotiating strategies.
- Closed meeting regarding acquisition of real property for a public purpose
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will discuss several items, including budget amendments for FY25, a contract renewal with SHI for Email and Office 365, and opioid abatement funding recommendations. The Board will also hear a special use permit request for fuel dispensing at 4201 Spotswood Trail. The primary action item is an amendment to Chapter 62 to permit photo‑monitoring devices for speed enforcement in school zones.
- Amendment to Chapter 62 (Traffic and Vehicles) to add photo‑monitoring devices in school zones
- Special Use Permit for fuel dispensing and increased signage at 4201 Spotswood Trail, Barboursville (4.5 acres, General Commercial C‑2 zoning)
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Renewal of the contract with SHI for Email and Office 365 services
- Opioid Abatement Funding Recommendations
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Uses. The body will also receive reports on the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee's work regarding private road standards and the creation of an A1 Zoning District.
- Discussion on Comprehensive Plan Future Land Uses
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee report on creation of A1 Zoning District
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee report on fixing private road standards
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. and consider several items, including FY25 budget amendments and an endorsement of the 2025 regional legislative program. A key matter for discussion is a request from the County Administrator to create a regional housing authority. The meeting also includes reports from the County Attorney, County Administrator, and other officials, as well as public comment.
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Endorsement of Regional Legislative Program for 2025
- Request for Creation of a Regional Housing Authority
- Update on General Reassessment
- Health Center Commission Meeting Minutes – July 26, 2024 and August 23, 2024
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss FY25 budget supplementals and transfers. The body is also considering the award of a contract for petroleum products and appointing members to the Youth Council.
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Award of the Contract for Petroleum Products
- Annual Appointments to the Youth Council
- Scheduling of a Public Hearing for SUP 24-00238 (Dham, LLC) on December 3, 2024
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding an amendment to the taxation code and a special use permit for a business expansion. The meeting also includes a review of FY25 budget amendments and the 2025 regional legislative program.
- Public hearing for SUP 24-00247 to expand fuel dispensing at 5515 Spotswood Trail
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 58 (Taxation) to establish Real Estate Assessment Department duties
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Regional Legislative Program for 2025
- Surplus declaration and donation of a County vehicle
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Orange County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance that would set limits on property divisions within the Agricultural (A) district. The amendment would allow up to four lots to be divided from any lot over a ten‑year period, with exemptions for family divisions, cluster housing developments, and manufactured home parks approved by special use permit. The commission will also consider a special use permit application from Dham LLC to continue fuel dispensing and add signage at 4201 Spotswood Trail, a 4.5‑acre General Commercial (C‑2) parcel. Additional agenda items include staff reports and updates on planning projects.
- Public hearing on ZTA 24-02 Agricultural district division policy amendment (limits lot divisions, includes exemptions)
- Public hearing on SUP-2024-00238 Dham LLC special use permit for fuel dispensing and increased signage at 4201 Spotswood Trail
- Planning and Zoning Services report by Manager Josh Frederick
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee reports: creation of A1 zoning district and revision of private road standards
- Next regular meeting scheduled for November 21, 2024
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to discuss revenue alternatives, existing taxes, and fees. The discussion will be led by Deputy County Administrator Glenda Paul and Chief Deputy Josh Crawford. No decisions are indicated on the agenda.
- Work session on revenue alternatives, existing taxes, and fees (presented by Glenda Paul and Josh Crawford)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a rezoning request and two special use permits. The body will also review budget amendments for the county and public schools.
- Public hearing for REZ 23-01: Rezone 6.5 acres on Route 20 from Limited Residential to General Commercial Conditional
- Public hearing for SUP 23-03: Special Use Permit for agricultural/commercial vehicle repair and tire services on Route 20
- Public hearing for SUP 23-09: Renew Special Use Permit for a public garage at 8475 Gold Dale Road
- Resolution requesting a safety study at the intersection of Route 629 (Lahore Road) and Route 669 (Marquis Road)
- FY24 and FY25 budget amendments for the county and Orange County Public Schools
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on zoning amendments and land use requests. Discussions include a proposal to prohibit utility-scale solar uses in all zoning districts and the establishment of a Real Estate Assessment Department.
- ZTA 24-01: Proposed amendments to prohibit utility-scale solar uses in all zoning districts
- REZ 24-00246: Application to rezone 4 acres in Wilderness Shores from General Residential (R-2) to Multi-Family Residential (R-4) Conditional
- REZ 24-00282: Application to increase I-2 zoning from 5 to 6 acres at 27286 Old Office Road
- Resolution and draft ordinance to establish the Real Estate Assessment Department
- Public hearing for vacation of plat for Glenbrooke Estates Subdivision along Route 738
The Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to establish a Real Estate Assessment Department, authorized a public hearing for its ordinance, and approved two rezonings: one adding an acre of industrial zoning in Culpeper and another rezoning 4 acres in Wilderness Shores for multi-family housing. It also approved the purchase of eight cardiac monitors and tabled a plat vacation request. The meeting included updates on the Wilderness Water Treatment Plant odor incident and a closed session for legal matters.
- Established Real Estate Assessment Department (5-0)
- Authorized public hearing for real estate assessment ordinance on Oct 8, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of eight Lifepak 35 cardiac monitors from Stryker Sales for $449,989 (5-0)
- Approved REZ 24-00282 to rezone 1 acre from Agricultural to General Industrial at 27286 Old Office Road (5-0)
- Approved REZ 24-00246 to rezone 4 acres in Wilderness Shores from R-2 to R-4 Conditional (5-0)
- Tabled vacation of plat for Glenbrooke Estates until Sept 24, 2024 (5-0)
- Adopted FY25 budget amendments with no net change (5-0)
- Appointed Amy Henecke to Youth Commission (consensus)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Orange County Planning Commission will consider three special use permit applications for fuel dispensing and signage at existing commercial properties in Barboursville and Locust Grove. The meeting will also include reports on current planning projects and the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee.
- Public hearing for Al's Country Corner fuel dispensing expansion (5515 Spotswood Trl)
- Public hearing for Dham LLC fuel dispensing and signage (4201 Spotswood Trl)
- Public hearing for A&M Auto public garage permit renewal (8475 Gold Dale Rd)
- Reports on Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee: A1 zoning district and private road standards
- Review of current planning projects including Wilderness Shores and solar uses
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a proposed 932-acre utility-scale solar energy facility by Sunfish Solar, LLC. The meeting also includes decisions on several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments for FY24 and FY25.
- Special Use Permit and Siting Agreement for an 80 MW-ac solar facility (SUP 23-10) near True Blue Road and Old Office Road
- Zoning Ordinance amendments (ZTA 24-03) to exempt two-lot subdivisions from certain building setback requirements
- Contract awards for Mountain Track Road Park Project (Phase 1) and Airport T-Hangar Project
- Purchase of a roll-off truck for the landfill and engineering services for Porter Road Collection Site Improvements
- FY24 and FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss a road map for landfill and collection site operations. This item will be presented by Assistant County Administrator for Operations Stephanie Straub.
- Worksession on Landfill and Collection Sites; Road Map for Operations
Planning Commission
The Orange County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two applications for the same property on Route 20 in Rhoadesville: REZ 23-01 to rezone about 6.5 acres from Limited Residential (R‑1) to General Commercial (C‑2) conditional, and SUP 23-03 for a Special Use Permit to operate an agricultural/commercial vehicle repair and tire service facility on 9.35 acres. The commission will also consider a work‑session amendment (ZTA 24‑02) to the Agricultural District Division policy that would limit subdivision frequency in the Agricultural (A) zoning district, and a hearing amendment (ZTA 24‑03) to exempt two‑lot subdivisions from setback requirements related to internal driveway easements. New business includes discussion of the Agricultural Zoning and Private Road Committees.
- ZTA 24‑02: Amendment to Agricultural District Division policy to limit subdivision frequency in the Agricultural (A) zoning district (work session).
- REZ 23‑01: Unionville Tire application to rezone ~6.5 acres from Limited Residential (R‑1) to General Commercial (C‑2) conditional on Route 20.
- SUP 23‑03: Unionville Tire application for a Special Use Permit to operate a vehicle repair and tire service facility on 9.35 acres, including a new 150’ x 100’ structure.
- ZTA 24‑03: Amendment to add definitions and exempt two‑lot subdivisions from setback requirements for internal driveway easements (public hearing).
- New Business: Discussion of the Agricultural Zoning and Private Road Committees.
Board of Supervisors
The Board will adopt FY24 and FY25 budget amendment supplements and adopt recent meeting minutes. It will award a contract for oxygen services and discuss a potential amendment to the personal property tax rate. The meeting also includes public hearings on a rezoning and a special use permit for 16584 Tomahawk Creek Road.
- FY24 Budget Amendments (supplementals and transfers) – presented by Deputy County Administrator
- FY25 Budget Amendments (supplementals and transfers) – presented by Deputy County Administrator
- Award of the Contract for Oxygen Services – presented by Contract and Procurement Specialist
- Potential amendment to the Personal Property Tax Rate – presented by County Administrator
- Public hearing on REZ 23-09: rezoning of 16584 Tomahawk Creek Road from Agricultural (A) to Limited Commercial (C‑1) Conditional
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will convene a closed meeting to discuss acquiring real property for a public purpose. The discussion is closed under Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(3) to protect the board's bargaining position. No other agenda items are listed.
- Closed meeting to discuss acquisition of real property for a public purpose (Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(3))
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession featuring a presentation on the Point-in-Time Count. The presentation will be delivered by Rebecca Wareham of the Foothills Housing Network and Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission.
- Point-in-Time Count presentation by Rebecca Wareham
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss a contract with Altumint for speed enforcement cameras and the purchase of apparatus for Lake of the Woods and Orange Volunteer Fire. Other items include FY24 budget amendments and a proposed amendment for driveway setback exemptions.
- Contract with Altumint for Speed Enforcement Cameras Project
- Purchase of apparatus for Lake of the Woods Fire
- Purchase of apparatus for Orange Volunteer Fire
- FY24 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Proposed Amendment for Driveway Setback Exemptions
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications and a proposed amendment to prohibit utility-scale solar uses. The body will also hold a work session regarding land subdivision limits in agricultural districts.
- ZTA 24-01: Proposed amendment to prohibit utility-scale solar uses in all zoning districts
- REZ-2024-00282: Application by BBR L.C. to increase I-2 zoning from 5 to 6 acres at 27286 Old Office Rd
- REZ-2024-00246: Application by Tricord Inc. to rezone 4 acres in Wilderness Shores Sec. 14 from R-2 to R-4 conditional
- ZTA 24-02: Proposed limits on the frequency of land subdivisions in the Agricultural (A) zoning district
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold an organizational meeting to elect leadership and review two appeals regarding zoning violations. These appeals challenge determinations made by the Zoning Administrator concerning specific properties.
- APP-2024-00276: Appeal of zoning violations at 24333 Narrow Gauge Rd (Unionville Brewing Company)
- APP-2024-00277: Appeal of zoning violations at 7130 Spotswood Trl regarding an auto repair business
- Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider FY24 and FY25 budget amendments, including funds for public schools. The agenda includes renewing recycling and cloud service contracts and awarding an insurance broker contract. Additionally, the Board will schedule future public hearings for Binti LLC and Sunfish Solar projects.
- FY24 and FY25 budget amendments
- Renewal of GFL County Waste recycling services contract
- Renewal of Tyler Technologies cloud services contract
- Award of insurance broker services contract
- Scheduling public hearings for Binti LLC and Sunfish Solar
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the FY25-FY29 Capital Improvements Plan. Discussion items include a zoning ordinance update project and driveway spacing on primary highways. The agenda also includes budget amendments and landfill contract renewals.
- Adoption of the FY25-FY29 Capital Improvements Plan
- FY24 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Renewal of the contract with R.M. Soderquist for Landfill Operations
- Zoning Ordinance Update Project discussion
- Driveway Spacing on Primary Highways discussion
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors has scheduled a closed meeting to discuss or consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. The remainder of the agenda consists only of procedural items.
- Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an 80 MWac solar energy generation facility near True Blue Road and Old Office Road. The commission will also continue reviewing applications for rezoning and fuel dispensing at 16584 Tomahawk Creek Rd.
- Public hearing for Sunfish Solar: an approx. 932-acre, 80 MWac solar facility near True Blue Rd and Old Office Rd
- Rezoning of 16584 Tomahawk Creek Rd from Agricultural to Limited Commercial (REZ 23-09)
- Special use permit for fuel dispensing at 16584 Tomahawk Creek Rd (SUP 23-11)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss two items. This includes a review of the Compassionate Billing Policy for Emergency Services Transports and proposals regarding health, dental, and optional insurance renewals.
- Review of the Compassionate Billing Policy for Emergency Services Transports
- Health, Dental, and Optional Insurance Renewals and Benefits Proposals
Board of Supervisors
The Board will review a presentation on the draft FY25-FY29 Capital Improvements Plan. The meeting includes a discussion regarding a speed enforcement camera proposal. Additionally, the Board will consider budget amendments for Orange County and Public Schools.
- Presentation of the Draft FY25-FY29 Capital Improvements Plan
- Speed Enforcement Camera Proposal
- FY24 Budget Amendments for Orange County and Public Schools
- Resolution of Support for Smart Scale Application
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to review real estate assessment timelines and next steps. The body will also discuss draft strategic focus areas and priorities for the Board.
- Real Estate Assessment next steps and Board of Equalization and Assessment timelines
- Draft Board of Supervisors’ Strategic Focus Areas and Priorities
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider FY24 budget amendments and the creation of an Orange Livestock Advisory Commission. Members will also discuss a proposal for speed enforcement cameras and the expiration of special use permits.
- FY24 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Creation of Orange Livestock Advisory Commission
- Adoption of the Auxiliary List for Secondary Roads
- Speed Enforcement Camera Proposal
- Expiration of Special Use Permits (SUPs)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a work session regarding a County-initiated amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. This proposal involves new definitions for solar energy facilities and a prohibition of principal solar uses in all zoning districts.
- ZTA 24-01 Utility-Scale Solar: proposed prohibition of principal solar uses in all zoning districts
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct a joint public hearing with VDOT regarding the Secondary Six-Year Plan for FY2025-2030 and the FY2025 construction budget. The Board will also consider a special use permit for a dog boarding and training facility. Other items include budget amendments for the county and public schools.
- Proposed Secondary Six-Year Plan (FY2025-2030) and FY2025 Secondary System Construction Budget
- SUP 24-00222: Dog training and boarding kennel at 13090 Marquis Road, Unionville
- FY24 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- FY24 Budget Amendments for Orange County Public Schools
- Surplus declaration and donation of a County vehicle
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession featuring a presentation from financial advisors. The discussion focuses on the county's future debt capacity and affordability.
- Presentation from financial advisors on future debt capacity and affordability
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss the Capital Facilities Cost Model Project. This item will be presented by Josh Frederick, Planning and Zoning Services Manager.
- Discussion of Capital Facilities Cost Model Project
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025 operating and capital budget, the FY2025 tax and fee schedule, and the 2024 calendar year tax rates. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding sign design standards for a property in Locust Grove.
- Adoption and appropriation of the Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
- Adoption of the Ordinance for Tax Rates for Calendar Year 2024
- Adoption of the Tax and Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2025
- Resolution to dissolve the Airport Commission
- Public hearing for REZ 24-00219 to amend sign design standards for 75.8 acres at Germanna Highway and Somerset Ridge Road
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct worksessions to review the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting also includes discussions on the Secondary Six-Year Plan and a proposed zoning text amendment regarding solar uses.
- Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2025
- Secondary Six-Year Plan
- Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA 24-01) regarding solar uses
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to review the operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss candidates for County Attorney.
- Fiscal Year 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets
- Interviews for County Attorney candidates
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a subdivision plat vacation and a rezoning request. They will also consider budget amendments and an update to the Health Center Commission resolution.
- Rezoning request for 3015 and 3017 Somerville Road from Multifamily Residential (R-4) Conditional to Limited Commercial (C-1) Conditional for a mental health residential treatment facility
- Public hearing to vacate the subdivision plat for Southfork Plantation III along Route 522 in Unionville
- FY24 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Amendment to the Resolution Governing the Health Center Commission
- Scheduling of a public hearing for REZ 24-00219 (Signature Series) for April 23, 2024
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a worksession to review the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2025. This session is led by County Administrator Theodore L. Voorhees and Deputy County Administrator Glenda Bradley.
- Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2025
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet for a worksession regarding the Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2025. This session will be led by County Administrator Theodore L. Voorhees and Deputy County Administrator Glenda Bradley.
- Worksession on Fiscal Year 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will review FY24 budget supplementals and transfers. The board is also deciding on a contract for EMS billing services and a request from the School Board to use the Public Safety Building meeting room.
- FY24 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Award of the Contract for EMS Billing Services
- School Board request to use the Public Safety Building Meeting Room
- Scheduling a public hearing for Vacation of a Plat (Hoy) for March 26, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning application for the Signature Station property. The body will consider an amendment to proffered design standards for signs at the site.
- Public hearing for REZ-2024-00219 Signature Station: proposed sign standard amendments for 75.8 acres at Germanna Highway (Route 3) and Somerset Ridge Road (Route 708)
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss a draft Ten-Year Strategic Plan. The presentation will be led by Management Analyst Ashley Jacobs.
- Draft Board of Supervisors’ Ten-Year Strategic Plan
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on three land-use items: a zoning text amendment to allow rural retreats with more than 15 guestrooms, a rezoning for Grymes Memorial School to commercial use, and a special use permit for a solar facility. The board will also consider scheduling future public hearings, receive updates from VDOT and fire chiefs, and review an animal control MOU.
- ZTA 23-04: zoning amendments to define 'rural retreat' and allow as special use in Agricultural district
- REZ 24-00221: Grymes Memorial School rezoning of 13735/13775 Spicers Mill Road to C-1 Conditional (approx. 31.5 acres)
- SUP 23-05: Orange VAA, LLC solar facility on 16108 Monrovia Road (21.3 acres, 3 MW)
- MOU with Sheriff concerning animal control
- FY24 Budget Amendments (supplementals and transfers)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission
The Orange County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three major items: a rezoning request for Grymes Memorial School, a special use permit for a 5 MW solar farm, and a comprehensive plan amendment for public utility facilities. Additionally, the commission will review an old business item regarding the rezoning of a property for an adult mental health treatment facility. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as the adoption of minutes and public comment.
- REZ-2024-00221: Rezoning approx. 31.5 acres at 13735 & 13775 Spicer’s Mill Rd from Limited Residential to Limited Commercial for Grymes Memorial School
- SUP 23-06: Special Use Permit for a 5 MW solar energy facility on 71 acres near Mayhurst Ln (Tax Parcel 44-27D)
- CPA 24-01: Comprehensive Plan amendment establishing policies for siting public utility facilities
- REZ 23-07: Rezoning 6.79 acres at 3017 and 3015 Somerville Rd from Multifamily Residential to Limited Commercial for Renaissance Healthcare Group
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct a worksession. The primary focus of the meeting is a proposed zoning text amendment regarding "Rural Retreat."
- Worksession on ZTA 23-04 (Proposed Zoning Text Amendment Concerning “Rural Retreat”)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss a supplemental appropriation for the T-Hangar Phase II project and revisions to the Emergency Operations Plan. The meeting also includes budget amendments and several memorandums of understanding with constitutional officers and the school board.
- T-Hangar Phase II Project Update and Request for Supplemental Appropriation
- FY24 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Proposed Revisions to the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)
- Facility Use MOU with the Orange County School Board
- Scheduling public hearings for ZTA 23-04 and REZ-24-00221 (Grymes)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a rezoning application for property at 3017 and 3015 Somerville Rd. The commission will also hold a worksession regarding application review procedures.
- REZ 23-07: Application to rezone 6.79 acres at 3017 and 3015 Somerville Rd from R-4 Multifamily Residential to C-1 Limited Commercial for an adult mental health residential treatment facility
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession to discuss a reassessment update. The meeting also includes a review of department set-up and the staff recruitment process.
- Reassessment update
- Department set-up and staff recruitment process
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Subdivision Ordinance regarding public and private road requirements. The meeting also includes FY24 budget amendments and a presentation from Taxing Authority Consulting Services.
- Public hearing on STA 23-02 to amend Subdivision Ordinance Sections 54-121 and 54-122
- FY24 Budget Amendments for supplementals, transfers, and wage increases
- Application REZ-24-00219 from Signature Series Development, LLC to amend proffers for REZ 20-01 concerning signs
- Memorandum of Agreement with Volunteer Fire Chiefs’ Association for Fire Training Center transfer
- Resolution to extend the due date for supplemental tax bills
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is conducting a one-day retreat to identify top issues and priorities. The sessions focus on strategic planning, mission and vision statements, and the identification of short-term and long-term action steps.
- Identification of top five issues
- Discussion of Board priorities
- Review of strategic planning focus areas
- Development of mission and vision statements
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed mental health facility and two solar energy projects. The body will also consider a county-initiated zoning amendment concerning 'rural retreat' lodging operations.
- REZ 23-07: Request to rezone 6.79 acres at 3017 and 3015 Somerville Rd to Limited Commercial for an adult mental health residential treatment facility
- ZTA 23-04: Proposed zoning amendment to define 'rural retreat' and allow lodging with more than 15 guestrooms in Agricultural districts
- SUP 23-05: Application for a 3 MW solar energy generation facility on 21.3 acres at 16108 Monrovia Road
- Work session on Comprehensive Plan solar facility policies
- Work session on SUP 23-06 ESA Solar
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will conduct its annual organizational meeting to establish leadership and schedules for 2024. This includes electing a Chairman and Vice Chairman, appointing staff, and setting the regular meeting schedule.
- Election of Chairman
- Election of Vice Chairman
- Appointment of Clerk and Chief Deputy Clerk
- Establishment of 2024 regular meeting schedule
- Annual review of Bylaws