Shenandoah County public meetings in 2024

Water Resources Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss updates to the county's floodplain and stream buffer ordinances. The goal of these changes is to align with FEMA standards and improve the process for replacing failing septic systems.

• Review of proposed updates to floodplain and stream buffer ordinances
• Review of draft minutes from the October 21st, 2024 meeting

Conservation Easement Authority

The Conservation Easement Authority is meeting to discuss a second-stage easement for 34.993 acres at 322 Bruebeck Lane. The body will review a proposed support letter for an American Battlefield Protection Program grant to facilitate the donation of development rights.

• Review of CEA PDR 22-02-01 Part 2: Terry & Linda Baker, 322 Bruebeck Lane (34.993 acres)
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion on CEA funding
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Website
• Discussion on outreach and additional member ideas

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a closed work session to discuss reports or plans regarding the security and cybersecurity of county facilities. No actions will be taken during this session.

• Closed session regarding security of governmental facilities, buildings, or structures

The Board of Supervisors convened a work session and immediately entered a closed session to discuss security plans for county facilities, as allowed by Virginia law. After reconvening, members certified that only exempt public business was discussed. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for facility security discussion (unanimous)
• Approved motion to reconvene in open session (unanimous)
• Certified closed session complied with Virginia Freedom of Information Act (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Board will decide on a resolution supporting an environmental education center at Seven Bends State Park, set legislative priorities for the 2025 General Assembly, and consider a performance agreement with Wholesome Food Inc. Three special use permits are up for approval: a short-term rental on McDonald Lane, a home business on Fay Lane, and a public garage on Pepper Road. The consent agenda includes meeting minutes, appointments, and fund carryovers.

• Resolution supporting environmental education center at Seven Bends State Park
• Special use permit for short-term rental at 799 McDonald Lane (C-1 Conservation)
• Special use permit for Level II home business at 174 Fay Lane (A-1 Agriculture)
• Special use permit for public garage at 1807 Pepper Road (Conservation)
• Performance agreement with Wholesome Food, Inc. for Governor's Agriculture & Forestry Industries Development Fund

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda, including appointments and fund carryovers, and passed resolutions supporting an education center at Seven Bends State Park, legislative priorities, and the FY 2026 budget calendar. The Board denied two special use permits (short-term rental and public garage) following Planning Commission recommendations, and approved a Level II Home Business permit. The meeting included presentations and a closed session.

• Approved consent agenda with appointments and FY2024-25 fund carryover (6-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Environmental Education Center at Seven Bends State Park (6-0)
• Approved legislative priorities for 2025 General Assembly (6-0)
• Approved resolution appointing Vision representative for reassessment (6-0)
• Approved FY2026 Budget Calendar (6-0)
• Approved Governor's AFID Fund Performance Agreement with Wholesome Food, Inc. (6-0)
• Denied Special Use Permit 24-12-01 for short-term rental at 799 McDonald Lane (6-0)
• Denied Special Use Permit 24-12-03 for public garage at 1807 Pepper Road (6-0)

Electoral Board

The Shenandoah County Electoral Board unanimously authorized Secretary Doyle to contact ELECT to investigate system failures on Oct 16 and 28 that prevented voter data uploads, amid concerns about possible duplicate voting. The board also discussed improvements for the next election, including updated precinct supply lists, additional training for election officials, hiring veteran officials for busy precincts, and expanding the use of Pages. Budget proposals are in process, with a county review set for January 8, 2025.

• Authorized Secretary Doyle to contact ELECT to investigate voter data upload failures (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Canvass and November 2024 meetings with minor correction (unanimous)
• Directed GR to produce updated supply lists for each of 14 precincts
• Required additional hands-on training on scanner and electronic poll book for election officials
• Recommended hiring veteran election officials for busy precincts
• Directed GR to document formal procedures for Pages
• Directed GR to investigate delay in election officials' pay
• Scheduled budget review with County Admin for January 8, 2025

Planning Commission

The Shenandoah County Planning Commission holds public hearings on three special use permits and an ordinance renewing the Woodstock West Agricultural and Forestal District. The most contested item is a short-term rental at 799 McDonald Lane, where the health department recommends denial due to inadequate septic capacity. The commission will also consider a taxidermy home business at 174 Fay Lane and a public garage at 1807 Pepper Road.

• Special Use Permit 24-12-01 for a 7-bedroom short-term rental at 799 McDonald Lane; health department recommends denial due to septic issues
• Special Use Permit 24-12-02 for a Level II home business (taxidermy/crafts) at 174 Fay Lane
• Special Use Permit 24-12-03 for a public garage (vehicle servicing) at 1807 Pepper Road
• Ordinance renewing the Woodstock West Agricultural and Forestal District for a new 10-year term with boundary modifications

The Shenandoah County Planning Commission recommended denial of a special use permit for a seven-bedroom short-term rental at 799 McDonald Lane, citing neighbor concerns about traffic, safety, and trespassing. It recommended approval for a taxidermy home business at 174 Fay Lane and denial for a public garage at 1807 Pepper Road. The Commission also recommended approval of the Woodstock West Agricultural and Forestal District renewal for ten years.

• Recommended denial of short-term rental SUP 24-12-01 at 799 McDonald Lane (5-1)
• Recommended approval of Level II Home Business SUP 24-12-02 at 174 Fay Lane (6-0)
• Recommended denial of Public Garage SUP 24-12-03 at 1807 Pepper Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Woodstock West Agricultural and Forestal District renewal (6-0)

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team will meet to approve November minutes, receive a FAPT report, discuss old business including parental referrals and pending legislation, and review the October 2024 financial report. The meeting will also enter a closed session to discuss IEP services approvals and case reviews under state law exemptions.

• Approval of November 2024 CPMT meeting minutes
• Financial Report – October 2024 expenditures (no amount specified)
• Closed Session for IEP services approvals and case reviews under Code of Virginia 2.2-3711 (A)(4) and (15)
• Discussion of pending legislation and OCS memos
• Old business carried over from previous meetings

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is discussing a resolution to support an environmental education and visitor center at Seven Bends State Park. Members are also reviewing legislative priorities for the 2025 General Assembly and considering several board appointments.

• Resolution to support an environmental education/visitor center at Seven Bends State Park
• Special Use Permit for a Level II Home Business (horse rides and lessons) at 502 Indian Rock Road
• Appointment of Vision Government Solutions Inc. as the recognized assessor for general reassessment
• Discussion of 2025 General Assembly legislative priorities including K-12 funding and local zoning authority
• Appointments to the Planning Commission, Economic Development Authority, and Parks and Recreation Board

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will elect its Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer for 2025. The body will also discuss participating in a Regional Industrial Facilities Authority (RIFA) and the transfer of funds from a checking account to an investment account.

• Election of officers for calendar year 2025
• Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Report audit
• Discussion on joining a Regional Industrial Facilities Authority (RIFA) with Shenandoah Valley Partnership
• Proposed transfer of funds from First Bank checking to LGIP investment account
• Closed session to discuss a prospective business interest in locating in Shenandoah County

Tourism Council

The Tourism Council will review financial reports and digital marketing updates. The body is scheduled to discuss the FY26 budget and recap the VA-1 Tourism Summit.

• FY26 Budget discussion
• Digital Marketing Report
• Influencers Grant
• VA-1 Tourism Summit Recap
• Industry updates for lodging, agritourism, and craft beverage

Planning Commission

The joint Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a special use permit (SUP 24-11-01) for a Level II Home Business at 502 Indian Rock Road. The business would offer horse rides, lessons, and classes on a 6.658-acre property zoned C-1 Conservation. Staff recommends approval with five conditions, including building permits and compliance with VDH and VDOT standards.

• Public hearing for SUP 24-11-01: Level II Home Business (horse rides, lessons, classes) at 502 Indian Rock Road on 6.658 acres zoned C-1 Conservation.
• Staff recommendation includes conditions: building permits required, land disturbance permitting, VDH/VDOT compliance, and permit relinquishment if use ceases for three years.
• Approval or amendment of September 5, 2024 meeting draft minutes.
• Old Business: update on Comprehensive Plan Shenandoah 2045 (referenced in minutes but no details in agenda).
• Other Business: Ordinance updates (no specifics provided).

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) will meet to approve previous minutes, hear a FAPT report, and discuss recruiting a private provider. New business includes a financial report on previous month's expenditures and allocations. The meeting will also hold closed sessions for IEP services approvals, case reviews, and a family appeal. Announcements include a presentation to the Board of Supervisors.

• Recruiting a Private Provider for CPMT
• Financial Report – previous month’s expenditures and monetary allocations
• Closed Session for IEP services approvals and case reviews
• Closed Session for Family Appeal
• Presentation to the Board of Supervisors

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Shenandoah County Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to celebrate the fifth anniversary of its planning efforts. The agenda contains only celebratory language and no specific decisions or proposals for discussion.

• Meeting held at Woodstock Brewhouse, 123 E Court St, Woodstock, VA

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will discuss returning unspent grant funds and managing certificates of deposit for a VDOT project. The body is also considering a reimbursement to the County for site selection services. Closed sessions are requested to discuss real property and a prospective business.

• Reimbursement to the County for site selection services not to exceed $50,000
• Return of $1,860 in unspent AFID grant match for the Route 11 Potato Chips project
• Closing CD #106420 to open a new 6-month CD for the Borden Mowery Drive extension project
• Closed session regarding acquisition and disposition of real property
• Closed session regarding a prospective business' interest in locating in Shenandoah County

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two proposed ordinances: to enlarge the Stoney Creek Sanitary District by adding five parcels and to allow minors aged 16-17 to participate in volunteer fire departments. The board will also consider authorizing a new letter of credit for $168,112 and releasing an existing $376,112 letter of credit. Closed sessions are planned for discussions on facility security and appointments to various boards and committees.

• Public hearing on possible enactment of an ordinance to enlarge Stoney Creek Sanitary District (parcels Tax Map No. 066-((A))-004, 066-((02))-003, -004, -005, -006)
• Public hearing on proposed ordinance to allow 16- and 17-year-old minors to participate in Shenandoah County Volunteer Fire Departments
• Consideration of an ordinance to extend Stoney Creek Sanitary District boundaries (old business)
• Consideration of an ordinance enacting Chapter 20-4.1 for minors in fire departments (old business)
• Consideration of releasing a $376,112 letter of credit and authorizing a new $168,112 letter of credit

Water Resources Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Shenandoah County Water Resources Advisory Committee is largely procedural, with updates on local and regional water supply planning, the Watershed Hero Program, the Septic Pump Out Grant Program, an ordinance review, and sanitary districts. No votes or decisions on specific projects are listed.

• Update on local and regional water supply planning regulations by Amanda Kerns, NSVRC
• Update on the Watershed Hero Program by Amanda Kerns, NSVRC
• Update on the Septic Pump Out Grant Program by Amanda Kerns, NSVRC
• Ordinance review by Brenna Menefee, CZA
• Update on Sanitary Districts by Patrick Felling

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) met to approve minutes, discuss recruitment for a private provider, review a financial report, and go into closed session to review 2 IEP service approvals, 39 IFSP budgets, and 0 vendor/service cases. After closed session, they approved all cases as discussed and passed a motion not to withhold youth services while waiting for parental co-payment information.

• Closed session to review 2 IEP service approvals, 39 IFSP budgets, and 0 vendor/services cases
• Motion to approve all cases as discussed in closed session
• Motion not to withhold youth services while waiting for parental co-payment information
• Recruiting for a private provider for CPMT
• Financial report on previous month's expenditures and monetary allocations

Tourism Council

The Shenandoah County Tourism Council will meet to discuss marketing and public relations reports. The body will review economic impact figures from 2023 and receive updates from various local industry sectors.

• Review of 2023 Economic Impact Figures
• Digital Marketing Report
• Influencers Grant
• PR Report
• Industry updates for lodging, agritourism, craft beverage, restaurants, attractions, Bryce Resort, outdoor recreation, retail, and towns

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss first-quarter reappropriations for FY2025 (non-action) and consider approval of September 24 meeting minutes. In old business, they will consider ordinances for a county cigarette tax at $0.02 per cigarette, a zoning text amendment to add commercial kennel as a special use permit in B-2 districts, and amendments to EMS insurance billing agreements. No public hearings or new business are scheduled. The board also plans closed sessions to discuss real property acquisition/disposition, business expansion, personnel appointments, and legal advice.

• Consideration of ordinance establishing a county cigarette tax at $0.02 per cigarette, as approved in the FY2025 budget
• Consideration of zoning text amendment to add commercial kennel as a special use permit in B-2 General Business District
• Consideration of amendments to existing memorandum of agreement(s) concerning EMS insurance billing
• Closed session to discuss acquisition of a privately held parcel and potential disposition of a county-owned parcel
• Closed session to discuss expansion of an existing business

Economic Development Authority

The Shenandoah County Economic Development Authority will discuss and possibly vote on opening new bank accounts. The board will also enter closed session to discuss acquiring or disposing of real property and a prospective business locating in the county. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a financial report.

• Discussion and possible action to open new bank accounts
• Closed session to discuss acquisition or disposition of real property
• Closed session to discuss a prospective business locating in Shenandoah County
• Approval of minutes from August 6, August 27 EDA, and August 27 joint meetings
• Financial report as of August 31, 2024

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a $14 million debt issuance and a new local cigarette tax. The meeting also includes decisions on zoning amendments and a special use permit for a private airport.

• Proposed issuance of public indebtedness not to exceed $14,000,000 for landfill, school, and government improvements
• Proposed local cigarette tax of $0.02 per cigarette
• Special Use Permit 24-09-01 for a private airport on 80 acres at 772 Old Grade Road
• Zoning Text Amendment to allow commercial kennels by-right in the B-2 General Business District
• Ordinance to allow 16- and 17-year-old minors to participate in volunteer fire and rescue agencies

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team met in a special session on September 20, 2024, to discuss a case under the Family Children's Services Act. The board voted to enter a closed executive session as permitted by Virginia law to consider appropriate provision of services and funding for a particular child or family. After the closed meeting, members certified that only exempt business was discussed, and they approved a budget as discussed in the closed session. The agenda is largely procedural with no public deliberation on specific items.

• Motion to enter closed session under Code of Virginia 2.2-3711(A)(4) and (15)
• Closed session to review services and funding for a child or family referred to the FAPT
• Roll call certification that closed session complied with open meeting exemptions
• Approval of budget as discussed in closed session

Tourism Council

The Tourism Council will meet to review financial reports, digital marketing, and public relations updates. The body will also receive industry updates from local lodging, retail, and attraction sectors.

• Review of digital marketing and PR reports
• Industry updates from lodging, agritourism, and restaurants
• Discussion of marketing for Bryce Resort and outdoor recreation
• Updates on town-specific tourism activities in Woodstock, Edinburg, New Market, Strasburg, and Mount Jackson

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss but not vote on a proposed ordinance to establish a county cigarette tax at $0.02 per cigarette ($0.40 per pack) for unincorporated areas, with revenues reserved for public safety capital outlay. A public hearing on the ordinance is scheduled for September 24, 2024. Other items include adoption of the Comprehensive Plan 2045, carryover of capital projects and grant funds from FY2024 to FY2025 for both the county and schools, and setting a hearing for an expansion of the Stoney Creek Sanitary District. The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss real property acquisition and potential business expansions.

• Discussion of ordinance creating a county cigarette tax at $0.02/cigarette or $0.40/pack, with estimated $180,000 in revenue for public safety capital outlay
• Consideration of adoption of the Comprehensive Plan: Shenandoah 2045: A Future Together
• Carryover of capital projects and grant funds from FY2024 to FY2025 for Shenandoah County and Shenandoah County Public Schools
• Discussion and consideration to set a public hearing for expansion of the Stoney Creek Sanitary District
• Closed session to discuss acquisition of a privately held parcel and disposition of a county-owned parcel of real property

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team held a special session on September 6, 2024, primarily in closed executive session to review and approve budgets for a particular child or family under the Comprehensive Services Act. After the closed session, members certified compliance with open meeting exemptions and voted unanimously to approve the budgets as discussed. No public business or open discussions occurred beyond procedural motions.

• Motion to enter closed session under Va. Code 2.2-3711(A)(4) and (15) and 2.2-5210 for child/family service and funding review
• Roll-call certification of closed session compliance by all seven members present
• Approval of budgets discussed in closed session via unanimous vote
• Next CPMT meetings scheduled for October 2 and November 6, 2024 at 10 am

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team met in special session and immediately entered a closed executive session to discuss services and funding for a specific child or family under the Family Children's Services Act. After reconvening, members certified the closed session as lawful and unanimously approved the budgets discussed during it. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved budgets discussed in closed session (unanimous)
• Certified closed session compliance with Virginia Code (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a special use permit for a private airport on 80 acres at 772 Old Grade Road and two zoning text amendments. One amendment would remove foundation survey requirements near stream buffers, and the other would add commercial kennel use to the B-2 district. The commission will also discuss the Shenandoah 2045 comprehensive plan and make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

• Special Use Permit 24-09-01: Private airport with landing strip on 80 acres, A-1 Agriculture, 772 Old Grade Road, Strasburg
• Zoning Text Amendment 24-09-01: Remove foundation survey requirement for parcels within 20 feet of stream buffer; add provision for surveys near floodplains or conservation easements
• Zoning Text Amendment 24-09-02: Add commercial kennel use as by-right or by special use permit in B-2 General Business District
• Discussion on Shenandoah 2045: A Future Together comprehensive plan
• Recommendations to Board of Supervisors on the three public hearing items

The Shenandoah County Planning Commission recommended approval of a Special Use Permit for a private airport on 80 acres at 772 Old Grade Road, Strasburg, and two zoning text amendments. The airport permit passed 6-1, while both zoning amendments passed unanimously. All three items now go to the Board of Supervisors for final action.

• Recommended approval of private airport SUP at 772 Old Grade Road, Strasburg (6-1)
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment removing foundation survey requirement near stream buffers (7-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment adding commercial kennel use to B-2 district (7-0)

Community Policy and Management Team

The Community Policy and Management Team is meeting to review the Shenandoah CPMT Policy and a performance enhancement plan. The body will also discuss a financial report on expenditures and monetary allocations. A closed session is scheduled to approve specific service budgets and vendor cases.

• Review and approval of the Shenandoah CPMT Policy as of 8/31/2024
• Review of the Performance Enhancement Plan from OCS
• Discussion of OCS Administrative Memo #24-05
• Approval of 6 IEP services and 24 IFSP Budgets in closed session
• Presentation of new LES Services by Monica Johns

Economic Development Authority

The Shenandoah County Economic Development Authority will consider two action items: amending a prior decision on Small Business Loan Application #2024-02, and transferring funds from the LGIP RBEG Account to the RBEG Checking Account. Both items require a vote. The meeting also includes routine call to order and agenda approval.

• Consideration to amend action taken on August 6, 2024 regarding Small Business Loan Application #2024-02
• Consideration of transferring funds from LGIP RBEG Account to RBEG Checking Account

Economic Development Authority

The Shenandoah County Economic Development Authority and Board of Supervisors are holding a joint meeting. The session consists of a presentation by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) and a discussion.

• Presentation by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors and Economic Development Authority hold a joint meeting featuring a presentation by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), followed by discussion and adjournment. No other substantive actions are scheduled.

• Presentation by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a zoning text amendment to increase the maximum by-right structure height in the General Industrial District from 35 to 45 feet, with a special use permit option for higher. Other hearings include a request to withdraw 2 acres from the Toms Brook Agricultural and Forestal District, a rezoning of 4.273 acres from business to agriculture, a special use permit for a farm wedding venue, and adoption of the county's comprehensive plan. The board also will consider granting an easement for a groundwater monitoring well and will hold a closed session on real property acquisition.

• Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment to increase height limit in General Industrial District to 45 feet (currently 35 feet by right, up to 60 with SUP)
• Public hearing on withdrawal of 2 acres from Toms Brook Agricultural and Forestal District at 1233 Mount Olive Road
• Public hearing on Zoning Map Amendment to rezone 4.273 acres from B-2 General Business to A-1 Agriculture at 1260 Mount Olive Road
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for a Special Event Center (farm wedding venue) on 19.6 acres at 1466 Belgravia Road
• Public hearing on adoption of the County's Comprehensive Plan (Shenandoah 2045)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting with only a closed session under Virginia law to discuss prospective businesses or industries that have not yet publicly announced interest in locating or expanding in the county. No votes or public discussions are scheduled; the meeting will adjourn immediately after the closed session.

• Closed session under Va. Code § 2.2-3711(A)(5) for prospective business/industry discussions

Tourism Council

The Shenandoah County Tourism Council will meet to approve June minutes, review financial reports, and hear updates on marketing and public relations. New business includes a proposed Support Small Business campaign and a talent website and marketing initiative. Industry updates from lodging, agritourism, and other sectors will be shared.

• Discussion of new Support Small Business campaign
• Discussion of Talent Website & Marketing initiative
• Financial report with $30,000 carryover for PR contract
• Digital marketing report and Google Analytics review (June 1 – July 31, 2024)
• Industry updates from lodging, agritourism, craft beverage, restaurants, attractions, and Bryce Resort

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss and consider establishing a building and grounds policy for areas adjacent to the voter registrar's office, which serves as the central early-voting precinct. They will also consider a supplemental FY2025 appropriation for the Commonwealth's Attorney, a carryover of VHDA housing choice voucher funds, and an official intent resolution to issue debt for vehicles, equipment, and facility improvements. Three closed sessions are planned for litigation, facility security, and personnel matters. No public hearings or planning commission items are scheduled.

• Discussion on establishing a building and grounds policy for political activities near the voter registrar's office, including signage, tents, and campaigning
• Supplemental FY2025 appropriation to the Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney
• Carryover of Virginia Housing Development Authority (VHDA) housing choice voucher program funds from FY2024 to FY2025
• Official intent resolution to issue county debt for purchasing vehicles, equipment, and facility improvements for general government and schools
• Closed sessions to consult on opioid/insulin pricing litigation, facility security, and the county administrator's performance evaluation

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team will approve previous minutes, hear a public comment from Heart Horse Healing, and receive the CSA report. Old business includes reviewing the OCS Performance Enhancement Plan and recruiting a private provider. New business covers the financial report and FY2025 allocations for OCS Base Pool, SPED WRAP, and Non-Mandated Protected. The meeting will enter closed session to review 17 IFSP budgets for children and families under the Children's Services Act.

• Public comment: Heart Horse Healing presentation by Donna Wilson LCSW
• Review of OCS Performance Enhancement Plan with goal deadlines
• Recruiting for a private provider for CPMT
• FY 2025 OCS Base Pool Allocation
• Closed session to review 17 IFSP budgets for children/families

Economic Development Authority

The Shenandoah County Economic Development Authority will review financial reports, then enter closed sessions to discuss real property acquisition/disposition, a prospective business location, small business loan investments, and legal advice on bank accounts. In open session, they will consider applications for the Small Business Loan Program.

• Closed session to discuss acquisition or disposition of real property for public purpose
• Closed session to discuss a prospective business locating in Shenandoah County
• Closed session to consider loans to specific small businesses that have applied
• Closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding opening new bank accounts
• Consideration of applications for the Shenandoah County Small Business Loan Program (action requested)

Planning Commission

The Shenandoah County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five items including the adoption of the Shenandoah 2045 Comprehensive Plan, a long-range land-use guide developed over five years. They will also consider an AFD withdrawal, a rezoning, a special event center special use permit, and a zoning text amendment for industrial building heights. The commission is recommending approval of the comprehensive plan to the Board of Supervisors.

• Public hearing and recommendation on Shenandoah 2045 Comprehensive Plan, guiding growth and preservation through 2045
• AFD withdrawal request for 2 acres at 1233 Mount Olive Road, Toms Brook from the Toms Brook Agricultural and Forestal District
• Rezoning of 3.15 acres at 1260 Mount Olive Road from B-2 General Business to A-1 Agriculture
• Special Use Permit for a Special Event Center (wedding venue) on 19.6 acres at 1466 Belgravia Road
• Zoning Text Amendment to raise by-right industrial building height from 35 to 45 feet, with special use permit up to 60 feet

Economic Development Authority

The Small Business Loan Review Committee of the Economic Development Authority will conduct a tour of AD Engineering in Mount Jackson. No action will be taken at this meeting.

• Tour of AD Engineering at 1133 Wissler Road, Mount Jackson

Board of Supervisors

The board will discuss a $15,000 supplemental appropriation for the Commonwealth's Attorney's office and a $34,830 carryover of housing voucher funds, and consider adopting an agricultural drought relief resolution. Also up for decision is accepting a donation of development rights for a conservation easement at 3307 South Main Street, Toms Brook.

• Supplemental appropriation of $15,000 local funds for new paralegal position in Commonwealth's Attorney's office (FY2025)
• Carryover of $34,830.62 in VHDA housing choice voucher program funds from FY2024 to FY2025
• Adoption of agricultural drought relief resolution for Shenandoah County
• Donation of Development Rights #23-02-01 for a conservation easement on 2.865 acres at 3307 South Main Street, Toms Brook, to create a park
• Closed sessions to discuss opioid/insulin pricing litigation and prospective business/industry

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is meeting to discuss the engagement of an auditing firm and the opening of a checking account for a grant awarded to Corner Market Farm to Table. The body will also hold closed sessions regarding real property, a prospective business, and a small business loan.

• Engagement of Robinson, Farmer, Cox Associates for the Fiscal Year 2024 audit
• Opening a checking account for an Agriculture and Forestry Industries Development (AFID) Infrastructure Grant for Corner Market Farm to Table in Quicksburg
• Closed session to discuss acquisition and disposition of real property
• Closed session regarding a prospective business interest in locating in the county
• Closed session to consider a loan to a specific small business applicant

Economic Development Authority

The Shenandoah County Economic Development Authority Small Business Loan Review Committee will hold a closed session to discuss a prospective business locating in the county and to consider a loan to specific small businesses. No public votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session under Code of Virginia §2.2-3711(A)(5) to discuss a prospective business locating in Shenandoah County
• Closed session under Code of Virginia §2.2-3711(A)(6) to consider a loan to specific small businesses

Community Policy and Management Team

The meeting includes reviews of IEP services, IFSP budgets, and a vendor case in closed session. The team will also discuss recruiting a private provider for CPMT and reviewing the OCS Performance Enhancement Plan.

• Recruiting for a Private Provider for CPMT
• Review of the Performance Enhancement Plan from OCS
• Approval of two IEP services in closed session
• Review of six IFSP Budgets in closed session
• Financial report on previous month's expenditures and allocations

Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will hold an open discussion regarding a final draft, including staff updates and commentary. A public hearing for the New Comprehensive Plan is scheduled for August 1, 2024.

• Public Hearing for the New Comprehensive Plan on August 1, 2024
• Discussion on the final draft of a plan
• Approval of the June 26, 2024, meeting agenda
• Review and approval of April 24, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider a donation of development rights to protect battlefield land and the Toms Brook waterway. They will also hold a public hearing on rate and fee changes for several sanitary districts and a wastewater treatment plant. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions regarding law enforcement agreements and school funding.

• Conservation easement for 2.865 acres at 3307 South Main Street
• Rate and fee amendments for Stoney Creek and Toms Brook-Maurertown Sanitary Districts
• Law enforcement agreements between the County Sheriff and the Towns of Edinburg and Toms Brook
• FY2024 appropriation for Shenandoah County Public Schools
• Resolution regarding participation in certain opioid-related claims

Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee

The committee is conducting a final review for the renewal of the Woodstock West Agricultural and Forestal District through 2034. The agenda also includes a request to withdraw two acres from the Toms Brook district. Staff will provide updates regarding the Shenandoah 2045 comprehensive plan.

• Final review of the Woodstock West Agricultural and Forestal District renewal
• Request to withdraw 2 acres at 1233 Mount Olive Road from the Toms Brook AFD
• Staff update on the Shenandoah 2045 comprehensive plan

Tourism Council

The council will review financial reports and progress on digital marketing and public relations campaigns. The meeting also includes industry updates for sectors such as lodging, agritourism, and restaurants.

• VA250th updates
• FY25 budget review
• Digital marketing and PR reports
• Industry updates for lodging, agritourism, and restaurants

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing budget re-appropriations and additional funding for school services. They are also considering law enforcement agreements with Edinburg and Toms Brook, as well as a new traffic ordinance.

• $193,035 appropriation for SCPS Special Budget and Food Service funds
• Law enforcement agreement between Edinburg and the County Sheriff’s Office
• Ordinance amending Section 156-1 regarding traffic and motor vehicles
• Six-Year Plan for Secondary Roads (2025–2030)
• Re-appropriations for Animal Shelter and Fire & Rescue

Planning Commission

The June 6, 2024, meeting includes a report on the Shenandoah 2045 Comprehensive Plan. No public hearings or new business items are scheduled for this session.

• Shenandoah 2045: A Future Together report
• Planning Commission Academy updates
• June 26 Comprehensive Plan Workshop

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team will discuss Child Medicaid FIPS changes and Intensive Care Coordination with Comprehensive Treatment Services for Families. The meeting also includes a presentation on new services from T.E.E.N’s Inc. and a review of the OCS performance improvement plan.

• Review of Intensive Care Coordination with Comprehensive Treatment Services for Families
• CSA Child Medicaid FIPS Change
• Presentation by Jen Osborne (T.E.E.N’s Inc.) on two new services
• Recruitment for a Private Provider for CPMT
• Review of the OCS performance improvement plan

Conservation Easement Authority

The Authority is reviewing a request from the Shenandoah Valley Battlefield Foundation to donate development rights for 3 acres at 3307 South Main Street. This easement aims to protect the Toms Brook waterway and battlefield land for use as a park. The meeting also includes updates on conservation funding and regional collaborative efforts.

• Donation of development rights for 3 acres at 3307 South Main St, Toms Brook
• Update on $380,000 in available CEA funding
• Review of Shenandoah Valley Conservation Collaborative RCPP updates
• Preview of strategic planning exercise

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a contract for ERP consulting services, changes to water and sewer fees, the six-year VDOT road plan, and a memorandum of understanding with schools. The meeting also includes presentations on broadband expansion and public transportation updates. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Consideration of contract for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) consulting services with Avero Advisors
• Discussion on adopting changes to water and sewer fee ordinances, including initial and moderate increases for North Fork Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Discussion of six-year VDOT road plan (Rural Rustic) with annual update and funding projections
• Memorandum of understanding between Parks and Recreation and Public Schools for facility use
• Revisions to by-laws for Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee due to redistricting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Shenandoah County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a routine administrative meeting on May 21, 2024. The agenda includes only procedural items: approving the agenda and draft minutes from March 15, 2023, electing a Chairman and Vice Chairman, and approving the 2024 meeting dates. No new or old business is scheduled.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman (action)
• Approval of 2024 meeting dates (action)
• Approval of draft minutes from March 15, 2023

Planning Commission

The Special Joint Planning Commission and Economic Development Authority will hold a workshop featuring a presentation by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership. The presentation covers real estate and development trends within the Commonwealth.

• Workshop: Presentation by the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP)

Economic Development Authority

The Shenandoah County Economic Development Authority will discuss and consider approving the VAcorp self-insurance proposal for Fiscal Year 2025, decide on a 12-month CD maturing May 20, 2024, and discuss investing idle funds. A presentation from the Virginia Economic Development Partnership on real estate trends is also scheduled. The meeting includes approval of minutes and a financial report.

• VAcorp self-insurance proposal for FY2025, total annual contribution $1,236
• 12-month CD #102912 (Howell Metal CD) maturing May 20, 2024, interest rate 1.070%
• Investment of EDA's idle funds (LGIP accounts, general checking balance $172,128.70)
• Presentation by Virginia Economic Development Partnership on real estate and development trends
• Financial report as of April 30, 2024

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will discuss several non-action items, including a memorandum of understanding with public schools for facility use, revisions to parks and recreation advisory committee by-laws, the six-year VDOT road plan, and changes to water and sewer fee ordinances. They will also consider a contract for ERP consulting services and several appointments. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion of MOU between Parks and Recreation and Public Schools for school facility use
• Discussion of revisions to Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee by-laws
• Discussion of six-year VDOT road plan (Rural Rustic)
• Discussion of changes to water and sewer fee ordinances
• Consideration of contract for ERP consulting services

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting for a workshop to discuss and refine unspecified aspects. The agenda also includes a Planning Commission Academy session featuring a Strong Towns 101 online course and selected YouTube videos.

• Workshop for open discussion and refining aspects
• Strong Towns 101 Free Online Course
• Review of Planning Essential Videos

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting for a workshop to discuss and refine unspecified aspects. The body will also review educational materials from the Strong Towns 101 course and selected Planning Essential videos.

• Workshop for open discussion and refining aspects
• Review of Strong Towns 101 online course
• Review of Planning Essential videos

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a workshop focusing on Chapter 11: Transportation. The meeting also includes a Planning Commission Academy session regarding the Strong Towns 101 online course and YouTube educational videos.

• Workshop on Chapter 11: Transportation
• Planning Commission Academy: Strong Towns 101 Free Online Course
• Review of Planning Essential Videos on YouTube channel

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a Special Use Permit for a short term rental consisting of a non-dwelling and related accessory structures on 32.32 acres. The proposal includes the placement of one 490 square foot yurt at 7058 Supinlick Ridge Rd. Additionally, the commission will discuss the Shenandoah 2045 Comprehensive Planning Process.

• Special Use Permit 24-05-01: Short term rental (one yurt) at 7058 Supinlick Ridge Rd, Mount Jackson
• Shenandoah 2045: A Future Together discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Workshops: May 9th and May 10th

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) is meeting to approve the agenda and April minutes, hear public comment, receive a FAPT report, and discuss old and new business. They will review the State Executive Council's approved revisions to Policy 4.2 on payment for services and change of legal residence, effective July 1, 2024, and review the previous month's expenditures. The meeting will also include a closed session for IEP services approvals and case reviews.

• Approval of April CPMT meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• FAPT report
• State Executive Council approved revisions to Policy 4.2 (Payment for Services and Change of Legal Residence), effective July 1, 2024
• Closed session for IEP services approvals and case reviews

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a workshop to review and refine comments from a previous session. The meeting also includes a Planning Commission Academy focused on the Strong Towns 101 online course and YouTube educational videos.

• Workshop to summarize comments in preparation for May
• Planning Commission Academy: Strong Towns 101 Free Online Course
• Review of Planning Essential Videos via YouTube

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is conducting a workshop to review staff updates and identify priority areas for the first 5-10 years of the Plan. The meeting includes a Planning Commission Academy session featuring a Strong Towns 101 course and educational videos.

• Staff update and overview on the Plan
• Identification of priority areas for the first 5-10 years
• Strong Towns 101 online course
• Review of Planning Essential videos

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Shenandoah County Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the length and substance of the first final draft of the 2045 comprehensive plan, including staff updates and options for consolidation. The committee will also review and approve the agenda and minutes from the February 21, 2024 meeting. Public comments will be accepted.

• Discussion on first final draft of 2045 comp plan
• Options for consolidation of plan content
• Review and approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Upcoming joint workshops on April 25-26 and May 9-10

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a special use permit for a commercial slaughterhouse on agricultural land, and consider several financial items including school appropriations, a conservation easement, vehicle financing, and the personal property tax relief rate. The board will also consider entering closed sessions for personnel appointments, legal consultation, and a prospective business.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit 24-02-01 for a Commercial Slaughterhouse on 3.1429 acres at 757 Barbershop Rd, Edinburg, VA
• Public hearing: permanent easement to VA DEQ for a conservation well at County Park, 25360 Old Valley Pike, Maurertown
• Consideration of FY2024 appropriation to Operating Fund and Special Budget Fund for Shenandoah County Public Schools
• Consideration of Purchase of Development Rights #22-02-01 for a conservation easement on 47.64 acres at 322 Bruebeck Lane, Strasburg
• Resolution establishing the Personal Property Tax Relief Act (PPTRA) Percentage for 2024 Taxes

Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee

The Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the renewal of the Woodstock West District. The committee is also reviewing staff comments regarding Shenandoah 2045.

• Renewal of the Woodstock West District
• Planning Commission public hearing scheduled for August 1, 2024
• Board of Supervisors public hearing scheduled for August 27, 2024
• Staff comments on Shenandoah 2045

Economic Development Authority

The Shenandoah County Economic Development Authority will discuss and consider renewing four certificates of deposit (CDs #5330-5333) maturing April 26, 2024, reallocating funds from the General Checking Account into a CD or other investment, and approving the VAcorp self-insurance proposal for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting also includes a presentation by Howard Shockey & Sons on the Glendale Property on Oranda Road, a financial report, and approval of minutes from February 21, 2024.

• Renewal of four CDs (5330, 5331, 5332, 5333) maturing April 26, 2024
• Reallocation of funds from General Checking Account 9713 into a CD or other investment
• Approval of VAcorp self-insurance proposal for Fiscal Year 2025
• Presentation by Howard Shockey & Sons on Glendale Property (Tax Map ID #016A174C)
• Financial report as of March 31, 2024

Tourism Council

The Shenandoah County Tourism Council is meeting to approve minutes, review the financial report, and discuss old business including digital marketing, public relations, regional marketing, the visitor/destination guide, the FY25 budget, and National Travel & Tourism Week. New business includes a possible cancellation of the May Tourism Council meeting. The agenda is largely routine with reports and updates, no major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• FY25 Budget discussion
• Digital Marketing Report
• National Travel & Tourism Week
• May Tourism Council Meeting Cancellation
• Visitor/Destination Guide

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to consider resolutions adopting 2024 tax rates and the FY2024-2025 budget. The proposed tax rates include an increase of $0.04 per $100 for real property and manufactured homes, and $0.06 per $100 for non-farm personal property. The board will also consider budgets for the North Fork Wastewater Treatment Plant, Landfill Fund, Parks and Recreation, and two sanitary districts, plus a possible supplemental appropriation for spongy moth mitigation.

• Adopt 2024 tax rates: real property $0.64, non-farm personal property $4.11 per $100
• Approve FY2024-2025 General Fund budget of $97,475,085
• Approve FY2024-2025 budget for North Fork Wastewater Treatment Plant ($324,950)
• Approve FY2024-2025 budget for Landfill Fund ($12,203,253)
• Discuss potential supplemental appropriation for Spongy Moth Mitigation

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will discuss several fiscal items, including a $1,786,607 appropriation for public schools (no new local funding) and third-quarter re-appropriations. They will also consider granting a permanent easement to the DEQ for a groundwater monitoring well at the county park, and a resolution to issue debt for vehicles and equipment. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Appropriation of $1,786,607 for Shenandoah County Public Schools (operating and special budget funds)
• Easement to DEQ for groundwater monitoring well at county park (approx. 600 sq ft)
• Re-appropriations totaling over $600,000 for various departments (sheriff, fire, parks, tourism)
• Purchase of Development Rights #22-02-01: co-hold conservation easement on 47.64 acres at 322 Bruebeck Lane, Strasburg
• Mutual aid agreement between Sheriff's Office and six towns

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors is holding a budget work session to discuss comments from the April 3 public hearing on the proposed FY 2025 budget and tax rate. This is a working session, not a final vote; adoption of the budget and tax rate is scheduled for a special meeting on April 16.

• Discussion of public hearing comments on FY 2025 proposed budget and tax rate
• Budget work session precedes regular Board of Supervisors meeting at 4:00 p.m.
• Adoption of FY 2025 budget and tax rate scheduled for April 16 special meeting

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comment, receive a FAPT report, and discuss old business including parental referrals and pending legislation. They will also review recent state-level policy changes to the Children's Services Act, including revisions to policies on public participation and dispute resolution, and a new fiscal procedures policy. The meeting includes a closed session for IEP service approvals and case reviews.

• Approval of February and March CPMT meeting minutes
• Review of SEC Policy 4.5 - Fiscal Procedures
• Revisions to SEC Policy 2.4 Public Participation and Policy 3.4 Dispute Resolution
• Closed session for IEP services approvals and case reviews
• Upcoming CPMT work session on April 15th

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding a Special Use Permit for a commercial slaughterhouse. The body will also discuss the Shenandoah 2045 comprehensive plan and potential amendments to its bylaws.

• Special Use Permit 24-02-01 for a commercial slaughterhouse on 3.1429 acres at 757 Barbershop Rd, Edinburg
• Discussion of Shenandoah 2045: A Future Together
• Proposed Bylaws Amendment

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget, which includes a $62.2 million General Fund with a 7.59% increase in real property tax revenue and a new cigarette tax. The budget covers all county departments, schools, and special funds, and the board will decide on final adoption.

• Real property tax revenue proposed at $38.4 million, up $2.71 million (7.59%) from FY2024
• New cigarette tax projected to bring in $180,000 in FY2025
• Local sales and use tax revenue increased by $815,000 (17.53%) to $5.465 million
• Ambulance recovery charges increased by $516,019 (40.19%) to $1.8 million
• Machinery and tools tax revenue decreased by $462,432 (16.52%) to $2.337 million

Conservation Easement Authority

The Conservation Easement Authority is reviewing a proposal to preserve 82.633 acres at 322 Bruebeck Lane to protect agricultural use and the Fishers Hill Battlefield. The body is discussing an offer letter and a trail proposal for the property.

• Proposed purchase of development rights for 82.633 acres at 322 Bruebeck Lane
• Offer price of $205,000 for the easement
• Proposed public access including parking and 4,500 feet of trail
• Phased easement plan: first stage covering 47.64 acres, second stage covering 34.993 acres
• Discussion of potential staff training opportunities

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will discuss amending the FY2024 school budget with a $4,249,188 carryover from FY2023, and consider a mutual aid agreement for law enforcement with six towns. They will also hold a public hearing on issuing up to $700,000 in debt for vehicles, and consider a resolution consenting to a local emergency declaration due to wildfires. The meeting includes closed sessions for real property acquisition and public appointments.

• School budget carryover of $4,249,188 (special grants $4,103,964; operational $145,224)
• Mutual aid agreement between Sheriff's Office and towns of New Market, Mount Jackson, Edinburg, Woodstock, Toms Brook, and Strasburg
• Public hearing on $700,000 public indebtedness for about 12 vehicles for Sheriff's Office, Fire & Rescue, General Properties, Building Inspections, and Solid Waste
• Resolution consenting to local emergency declaration due to wildfires
• Selection of lender for direct bank loan up to $700,000 for vehicle purchase

Tourism Council

The Shenandoah County Tourism Council is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, a financial report, and updates on marketing and public relations. The council will also review the FY25 budget request and receive industry updates from local sectors like lodging, agritourism, and attractions.

• Approval of February 20, 2024 minutes
• Financial report
• Digital marketing report
• FY25 budget request
• Industry updates: lodging, agritourism, craft beverage, restaurants, attractions, Bryce Resort, outdoor recreation, retail, towns

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a budget work session to discuss the FY 2025 budget and establish the tax rate for the budget advertisement. This is part of the county's budget calendar leading to a public hearing on April 3 and adoption on April 16.

• Establish tax rate for FY 2025 budget advertisement
• Public hearing on FY 2025 proposed budget and tax rate scheduled for April 3 at Peter Muhlenberg Middle School
• Adoption of FY 2025 budget and tax rate scheduled for April 16
• Budget work sessions held in the Board Room at 600 North Main Street, Woodstock

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors is following a revised calendar for the Fiscal Year 2025 budget process, with work sessions scheduled through April. The public hearing on the proposed budget and tax rate is set for April 3, and the board will adopt the final budget and tax rate at a special meeting on April 16.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 proposed budget and tax rate on April 3 at Peter Muhlenberg Middle School
• Special BOS meeting April 16 to adopt FY 2025 budget and tax rate
• Budget work sessions scheduled March 4 through April 9
• Finance Director submits proposed budget, tax rate, and hearing notice to press by March 22
• Advertisement of proposed budget and tax rate in newspaper on March 27

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is following a revised budget calendar for fiscal year 2025, with work sessions scheduled through April and a public hearing on April 3. The board will adopt the budget and tax rate at a special meeting on April 16.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 proposed budget and tax rate on April 3 at Peter Muhlenberg Middle School
• Adoption of FY 2025 budget and tax rate on April 16 at 4:00 p.m. in the Board Room
• Budget work sessions on March 14 (debt/capital improvement plan) and March 15 (schools and general discussion)
• Tax rate for budget advertisement to be established on March 19
• Budget advertisement in newspaper on March 27

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will hold a special called meeting immediately following its regular meeting on March 12, 2024, to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The meeting is a budget work session, so no final decisions are expected; it is for discussion only.

• Special called meeting for FY2025 budget work session
• Meeting at 4:00 p.m. in the Board Room, Government Center, 600 N. Main Street, Woodstock

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approving minutes and resolutions. The main substantive actions are revising the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Calendar and entering a closed session to discuss legal matters in the case Day et al. vs. Shenandoah County. A budget work session follows adjournment.

• Consideration of revisions to the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Calendar
• Closed session for legal advice and litigation consultation (Day et al. vs. Shenandoah County)
• Resolution recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week (April 14-20, 2024)
• Resolution commemorating the Centennial Anniversary of the Shenandoah Valley Travel Association
• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2024, and budget work sessions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive a staff presentation on the 'Shenandoah 2045: A Future Together' plan. The body will also discuss commission bylaws and the Planning Commission Academy.

• Presentation of Shenandoah 2045: A Future Together
• Bylaws discussion
• Planning Commission Academy: Strong Towns 101 course and YouTube videos

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, reports, and old business. The main action item is a discussion on transportation for youth with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to day school placements. The meeting will also include a closed session for IEP/IFSP service approvals and case reviews, as permitted by Virginia law.

• Discussion of transportation for youth with IEP to day school placement
• Reminder of March 12th OCS training for CPMT members
• Discussion of Warren County policy forwarded by Leea
• Closed session for IEP/IFSP service approvals and case reviews
• Financial report

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is laying out the schedule for adopting the FY 2025 budget and tax rate, with work sessions in March and a public hearing on April 3. The board will adopt the final budget and tax rate at a special meeting on April 16.

• Public hearing on FY 2025 proposed budget and tax rate on April 3 at Peter Muhlenberg Middle School
• Special board meeting April 16 to adopt FY 2025 budget and tax rate
• Budget work sessions scheduled March 4, 7, 14, and 19
• Tax rate for budget advertisement to be established at March 19 work session

Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on the Wellness & Activities Center and various county parks. Members will discuss the establishment of a foundation or 501(c)3, an aquatics facility, and the WAC Grand Opening.

• Discussion on establishing a 501(C)3 or Foundation
• Aquatics facility discussion and update from Dr. Sheppard
• Wellness & Activities Center (WAC) Grand Opening planning
• Updates on Wagner Park, County Park, and Keister Park
• Review of By-Laws regarding appointments and districts

Conservation Easement Authority

The Conservation Easement Authority is meeting to appoint its 2024 leadership and discuss funding and appraisals for land easements. The body will review potential conservation agreements for properties in Strasburg and Fort Valley.

• Funding options and appraisal update for Terry & Linda Baker property on Bruebeck Lane
• Potential easement for 130 acres off Dry Run Road in Fort Valley purchased by Cleve Grimes
• Potential easement for 34.663 acres at 488 Harmony Lane (Tax Map Number: 43-3-2B)
• Appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair for 2024

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on two special use permits: one for a short-term rental at 247 Riverbend Dr, Woodstock, and another to amend a rendering plant permit at 173 Rocco Rd, Edinburg. They will also consider enlarging the Stoney Creek Sanitary District, accepting an unsolicited proposal for a storage facility at 810 North Main St, and hear a presentation on the FY 25 budget. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a resolution recognizing Emergency Management Professionals Week.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit 24-01-02 for a six-bedroom short-term rental on 13.837 acres at 247 Riverbend Dr, Woodstock (Tax Map 05819008)
• Public hearing: Special Use Permit 86-11-01 amendment to condition 8 for a rendering plant on 6.569 acres at 173 Rocco Rd, Edinburg (Tax Map 056 A 010B)
• Consideration of petitions to enlarge the Stoney Creek Sanitary District (Tax Map Nos. 065-A-099, 065-A-133F, 066-A-012)
• Resolution accepting unsolicited proposal for storage facility at 810 North Main St, Woodstock (Sheriff's Office)
• County Administrator's presentation of FY 25 Budget

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority approved updated by-laws regarding meeting notifications and quorum language. The board also re-elected the current slate of officers for 2024 and accepted the Fiscal Year 2023 financial audit.

• Approval of updated EDA By-Laws
• Election of 2024 Officers
• Acceptance of FY 2023 Financial Audit
• Report on Logan Foods property closing on January 5, 2024
• Update on Glendale property water and sewer work in Strasburg

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors is holding a special called budget work session on February 21, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Government Center at 600 N. Main Street, Woodstock, Virginia. The purpose is for outside agencies to present for the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget. The agenda is otherwise procedural, listing district and administrative names without specific agenda items.

• Special called meeting for FY2025 budget work session
• Outside agencies presenting for proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
• Meeting at Government Center, 600 N. Main Street, Woodstock, VA

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee will hold a work session to discuss the first full draft of the county's comprehensive plan, focusing on priorities, cuts, and amendments. The committee will also approve the previous meeting's minutes. The discussion follows a January meeting where members raised concerns about the plan's structure, length, and level of detail.

• Review and approval of January 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Open discussion on first full draft of comprehensive plan
• Priorities, cuts, and amendments to the draft plan
• Next event: joint presentation to Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors on March 7, 2024

Tourism Council

The Shenandoah County Tourism Council is meeting to approve January minutes, review the financial report, and discuss marketing and public relations efforts. Old business includes digital marketing, regional marketing partnerships, and the visitor guide, while new business covers a Marketing Leverage Grant and future reports. Industry updates will cover lodging, agritourism, craft beverage, restaurants, attractions, Bryce Resort, outdoor recreation, retail, and towns.

• Approval of January 16, 2024 minutes
• Financial report review
• Digital Marketing Report
• Mindy Bianca Public Relations update
• Marketing Leverage Grant discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes special presentations from county officials and department heads, but no public hearings are scheduled. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Employee Service Award presentation
• 2023 Chairman Report from the Economic Development Authority
• Update on the Wellness and Activity Center
• Update on potential spongy moth mitigation
• Landfill update from Solid Waste Director

Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee

The Agricultural and Forestal District Advisory Committee is discussing the renewal process for the Woodstock West District. The body is deciding on outreach acreage cutoffs, public information session dates, and final review dates.

• Renewal of Jerome, Mill Creek, Morning Star, and Orkney Springs Districts
• Proposed Woodstock West District outreach options ranging from 20 to 50+ acres
• Planning Commission public hearing scheduled for August 1, 2024
• Board of Supervisors public hearing scheduled for August 27, 2024
• Review of the fee schedule

Community Policy and Management Team

The Shenandoah County Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) is meeting to handle routine approvals, receive reports, and discuss old and new business. A key action item is a policy discussion on IEP transition services, and the team will enter a closed session for IEP service approvals and case reviews. The agenda also includes updates on pending legislation, OCS memos, and a financial report on January expenditures.

• Policy discussion on IEP transition services (ACTION ITEM)
• Closed session for IEP services approvals and case reviews under Code of Virginia 2.2-5210 and 2.2-3711 (A)(4)(15)
• OCS updates: Audit 2022 Quality Improvement Plan; Program Enhancement Plan; CQI dashboard training on March 6th; CPMT/FAPT roles training on March 12th
• CPMT private provider position vacant after Buck Buckley withdrew nomination
• Financial report on January expenditures

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three special use permits. The body will provide recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding these requests and appoint a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Special Use Permit 24-01-02: Six bedroom short-term rental at 247 Riverbend Dr, Woodstock
• Special Use Permit 24-02-01: Commercial slaughterhouse at 757 Barbershop Rd, Edinburg
• Special Use Permit 86-11-01 amendment: Rendering plant at 173 Rocco Rd, Edinburg
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Amendment and adoption of 2024 Calendar

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss priorities and potential amendments for the first full draft of the Comprehensive Plan. Members are reviewing the document's length and granularity to determine what should be cut or amended before further review.

• Nomination and appointment of 2024 CAC Chair and Vice Chair
• Staff update on the Comprehensive Plan
• Open discussion on priorities and amendments for the draft plan
• Review of District 6 report regarding Chapter 4: Workforce Training, Agribusiness, Tourism, and New Industry

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will meet to consider routine items and hold public hearings on three special use permit requests. The hearings cover two short-term rentals and one home business, each requiring board approval. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and re-appropriations for the second quarter of fiscal year 2024.

• Public hearing: Short-term rental at 97 Fairway Dr., Basye, on 0.341 acres (R-2 zoning)
• Public hearing: Short-term rental at 166 Lone Pine Road, Mount Jackson, on 82.549 acres (A-1 zoning)
• Public hearing: Level II Home Business at 46 Misty River Farm Lane, Woodstock, on 27 acres (A-1 zoning)
• Re-appropriations for second quarter of FY2024
• Approval of minutes from Jan 3 and Jan 9, 2024 meetings

Economic Development Authority

The Shenandoah County Economic Development Authority is meeting to handle routine business: approving the agenda and prior minutes, hearing a presentation on the FY2022 audit, and receiving financial and chairman's reports. Under new business, the board will elect officers for 2024 and consider updating its by-laws. The meeting also includes a closed session before adjournment.

• Presentation of FY2022 IDA financial report audit by Marissa Helmick of Robinson, Farmer, Cox Associates PLLC
• Financial report as of December 31, 2023
• Chairman's Annual Report
• Election of officers for 2024
• Consideration to update EDA by-laws

Tourism Council

The Shenandoah County Tourism Council is meeting to discuss routine business including approval of minutes, a financial report, and updates on marketing, public relations, and the FY25 budget. Industry updates will cover lodging, agritourism, craft beverage, restaurants, attractions, Bryce Resort, outdoor recreation, retail, and towns. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of December 19, 2023 minutes
• Financial report
• Digital marketing report
• PR firm update
• FY25 budget discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors will hear presentations on employee service awards, a rate analysis for the Stoney Creek Sanitary District, and the county's annual financial audit. They will discuss non-action items including a health department agreement, additional school appropriations, re-appropriations, and the FY2025 budget calendar. The consent agenda includes approval of the December 12, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Audit presentation of the Annual Consolidated Financial Report for year ended June 30, 2023
• Additional FY2024 appropriation to Operating, Special Budget, and Food Service Funds for Shenandoah County Public Schools
• Re-appropriations for second quarter of FY2024
• FY2025 budget calendar discussion
• Annual local government agreement with Virginia Department of Health

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for four short-term rental or home business permits and one telecommunications tower permit. The body will also appoint a Chair and Vice Chair and adopt the 2024 calendar.

• SUP 23-01-01: Amendment for two short-term rentals at 166 Lone Pine Road
• SUP 24-01-02: Short-term rental at 247 Riverbend Dr
• SUP 24-01-03: Level II Home Business for nutrition and wellness at 46 Misty River Farm Lane
• SUP 24-01-04: Short-term rental at 97 Fairway Dr.
• SUP 24-01-01: 199-foot telecommunication tower at 1668 Graveltown Road

Board of Supervisors

The Shenandoah County Board of Supervisors is holding its annual organizational meeting to elect a chairman and vice chairman, adopt the 2024 rules of procedure, set the 2024 meeting schedule, and distribute committee assignments. The rules of procedure are unchanged from 2023 and include provisions for remote participation by supervisors under certain conditions. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Election of 2024 officers (chairman and vice chairman)
• Adoption of 2024 Rules of Procedure (no changes from 2023)
• Adoption of 2024 meeting schedule
• Distribution of committee assignment information