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SmithfieldVA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $402,631 +2.4% yr/yr · +13.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Municipal budget
Total revenue$18.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$15.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$8.2M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$5.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,732 (FY2023)
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Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:30
Town Council
Town Council to consider special use permit for 19149 Battery Park Road
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a special use permit for 19149 Battery Park Road. The body will also review employee compensation and several invoices exceeding $20,000.
- Public hearing for Special Use Permit at 19149 Battery Park Road
- Payment to Isle of Wight County for Tourism True-up: $376,859.96
- Payment to Isle of Wight County for E911 True-up: $215,267.65
- Payment to The Blair Brothers, Inc. for Street Maintenance: $173,164.55
- Payment to Evident, Inc. for ForesScope: $69,464.00
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Smithfield Center, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA
November 4, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Call To Order
2.
Pledge Of Allegiance
a.
Special Guest - Main Street Learning Center
3.
Informational Reports
a.
Town Manager's Activity Reports
b.
Town Council Work Session Summary Minutes
4.
Upcoming Meetings And Activities
November 3 - Town Offices are Closed for Election Day
November 4 - 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting (WEDNESDAY)
November 9 - 8:15 a.m. - Special Town Council Meeting
November 10 - 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
November 11 - Town Offices Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
November 16 - 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
November 17 - 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
November 17 - 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
November 25 - Town Offices Close at Noon for the Thanksgiving Holiday
November 26 - 27 - Town Offices are Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday
NOTE: All of the above public meetings will be held at the Smithfield Center, unless otherwise
noted.
5.
Presentation
a.
Swear-in New Police Officer
b.
Western Tidewater Free Clinic
6.
Public Comments
7.
Council Comments
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) Reasonable efforts will be
made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning
Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are availa …
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Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Committees
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Zoning Appeals
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:30
Town Council
Smithfield Center, Smithfield
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Zoning Appeals
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Committees
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:30
Town Council
Smithfield Center, Smithfield
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:30
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Smithfield Center, Smithfield
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:30
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Smithfield Center, Smithfield
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:30
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Smithfield Center, Smithfield
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:30
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Smithfield Center, Smithfield
Mon May 24, 2027 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 18:30
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Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 18:30
Town Council
Smithfield Center, Smithfield
Mon Jul 26, 2027 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Aug 3, 2027 · 18:30
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Mon Aug 23, 2027 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Sep 7, 2027 · 18:30
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Mon Sep 27, 2027 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Oct 5, 2027 · 18:30
Town Council
Smithfield Center, Smithfield
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
Board to review exterior changes and accessory structures
The Board of Historic and Architectural Review will consider two applications for property modifications. The meeting also includes a review of the September 15th, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Exterior changes at 206 Riverview Avenue
- Shed and carport installation at 217 James Street
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220 North Church Street, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD BOARD OF HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
AGENDA
October 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Planner’s Report
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
November 3rd -
Town Offices Close in Observance of Election Day
November 4th -
6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting (Wednesday)
November 10th -
6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
November 11th -
Town Offices Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
November 16th -
3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session (Moved up a week)
November 17th -
6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
November 17th -
7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
3.
Public Comments
4.
Board Member Comments
5.
Agenda Items
A. Assorted Exterior Changes – 206 Riverview Avenue – Non-Contributing – Jeffrey
Smith, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. Accessory Structure (Shed and Carport) – 217 James Street – Contributing –
Chris Smith, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
C. Approval of the September 15th, 2026 Meeting Minutes.
6.
Adjournment
***ATTENTION***
Mrs. Clary can be reached via email (tclary@smithfieldva.gov) or mail at the address below:
Town of Smithfield: Community Development & Planning Department
ATTN Tammie Clary, Director
PO Box 246, Smithfield, VA 23431
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
Reasonable efforts will be made to provide assistance or special arrangements to quali …
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Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board to hold public hearing on special exception use for 105 Prestwick
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider a special exception use request for a property at 105 Prestwick. The board will also review minutes from the September 15, 2026, meeting.
- Public hearing for Special Exception Use at 105 Prestwick (applicants: Carl and Mary Linder)
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220 North Church Street, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA
October 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Planner’s Report
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
November 3rd -
Town Offices Closed in Observance of Election Day
November 4th -
6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting (Wednesday)
November 10th -
6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
November 11th -
Town Offices Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
November 16th -
3:00 p.m. Town Council Work Session (moved up a week)
November 17th -
6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
November 17th -
7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
3.
Public Comments
4.
Board Member Comments
5.
Agenda Items
A. *Public Hearing* Special Exception Use – 105 Prestwick (TPIN: 21E-01-080) –
Carl and Mary Linder, applicants. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. Approval of the Tuesday, September 15th, 2026 meeting minutes (enclosed).
6.
Adjournment
***ATTENTION***
Mrs. Clary can be reached via email (tclary@smithfieldva.gov) or mail at the address below:
Town of Smithfield: Community Development & Planning Department
ATTN Tammie Clary, Director
PO Box 246, Smithfield, VA 23431
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
Reasonable efforts will be made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with
disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are
ava …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
Town Council reviews $834,756.16 in invoices and a Special Use Permit
The Smithfield Town Council will discuss public safety and roadway maintenance responsibilities. The body is reviewing several invoices over $20,000 for authorization and discussing a Special Use Permit for 19194 Battery Park Road.
- Invoices for authorization: Isle of Wight County E911 ($215,267.65) and Tourism ($376,859.96)
- Invoice for authorization: The Blair Brothers Inc Street Maintenance ($173,164.55)
- Invoice for authorization: Evident, Inc. ForenScope ($69,464.00)
- Special Use Permit discussion for 19194 Battery Park Road
- Deed of Easement from Isle of Wight County for the Cary Street Sidewalk Project
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✓ Decided: Town Council to interview seven firms for Master Planning RFP
Council reached a consensus to interview seven firms for the Master Planning project. No formal votes were taken during the work session, though several items were scheduled for the November 4th meeting.
- Consensus reached to interview all seven firms listed in Master Planning RFP memo
- Scheduled public hearing for Special Use Permit at 19194 Battery Park Road (Nov 4)
- Scheduled acceptance of Cary Street Sidewalk Project deed of easement (Nov 4)
- Scheduled authorization of four invoices totaling $835,046.16 (Nov 4)
- Scheduled consideration of proposed 12% employee pay increase (Nov 4)
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA
October 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM
220 North Church Street
Public Comments
1. Public Safety
a. Operational Update - Smithfield Police Department
2. Public Works and Utilities
a. Roadway Maintenance Responsibilities between the Town and the Virginia Department
of Transportation.
3. Treasurer
a. September Financial Reports & Graphs
b. Invoices Over $20,000 Requiring Council Authorization:
i.
Isle of Wight County - E911 True-up
$215,267.65
ii. Isle of Wight County - Tourism True-up
$376,859.96
iii. The Blair Brothers Inc - Street Maintenance
$173,164.55
iv. Evident, Inc. - ForenScope
$ 69,464.00
c. Employee Compensation
4. Community Development and Planning
a. Pre-Public Hearing Discussion: Special Use Permit - 19194 Battery Park Road, applicant
Ken Owen of Breeden Construction.
b. Accept Deed of Easement from Isle of Wight County for the Cary Street Sidewalk
Project.
5. Museum
a. The Isle of Wight County Museum's 50th Anniversary Celebration
6. Town Manager
a. Master Planning RFP
7. Additional Items of Discussion
a. Consideration of Adding a Town Council Comment Section at Town Council Work
Session
b. Intergovernmental Meeting Discussions
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The Smithfield Town Council Work Session held its work session on Monday, October 26th, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 3:00 PM.
Members present:
Michael G. Smith- Mayor
Bill Harris - Vice Mayor
Steven G. Bowman
Valerie C. Butler
Jeffrey Brooks
Mary Ellen Bebermeyer
Darren Cutler
Members absent:
None
Staff present:
Michael Stallings – Town Manager
Lesley King – Town Clerk
Tammie Clary – Community Development & Planning Director
Ed Heide – Director of Public Works
Mark Kluck, Planner II Laura Ross – Treasurer
Alonzo Howell – Chief, Smithfield Police Department
Chris Meier – Deputy Chief, Smithfield Police Department
Shikyra Dailey — Director of Human Resources
Judy Winslow – Director of Tourism
Stephanie Kensicki - Assistant Director of Tourism
Jennifer England, Director of the Isle of Wight County Museum
Steve Clark - Parks and Recreation Staff
Kyle Warren - Parks and Recreation Staff
Legal Representation:
William Tunner, Town Attorney
Press:
None
Citizens:
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Public Comments
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There were no comments from the public.
1. Public Safety
a. Operational Update - Smithfield Police Department
Chief Alonzo Howell reported that their September Activity Report was included in today’s agenda
packet and he would be glad to answer any questions as they relate to this report. Councilman
Bowman stated that he has noticed an uptick of unlicensed vehicles including dirt bikes and
modifi …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Committees
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearings on sign exceptions and a special use permit
The Planning Commission will hold three public hearings regarding sign exceptions and a special use permit. The body will also review the September 8, 2026, meeting minutes.
- Public hearing: Special Sign Exception for Cottages at Battery LLC (21A-01-511)
- Public hearing: Special Sign Exception for Culvers (32-01-005)
- Public hearing: Special Use Permit for Battery Park Storage at 19194 Battery Park Road
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220 North Church Street, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
October 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Community Development & Planning Director’s Report
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
October 12 - Town Offices Closed in Observance of Columbus Day
October 13 - 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
October 26 - 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
October 27 - 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
October 27 - 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
November 4 - 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting (Wednesday)
November 10 - 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
3.
Public Comments
4.
Planning Commission Comments
The public is invited to speak to the Planning Commission on any matters, except
scheduled public hearing(s). Please use the sign-up sheet. Comments are limited to five (5)
minutes per person. Any required response(s) from the Town will be provided in writing
following the meeting.
5.
Agenda Items
A. *Public Hearing* - Special Sign Exception - 21A-01-511 - Cottages at Battery
LLC C/O Johnathan White. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. *Public Hearing* Special Sign Exception - 32-01-005 - Culvers C/O Lora Trent,
applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
C. *Public Hearng* - Special Use Permit - 19194 Battery Park Road - Battery Park
Storage C/) Ken Owen, applicant. (staff report and attachments enclosed.)
D. Approval of the September 8th, 2026 Meeting Minutes.
6.
Adjournment …
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Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 18:30
Town Council
Smithfield Council weighs three public hearings on a permit, a rezoning, and industrial rules
The Smithfield Town Council meets October 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM at 220 North Church Street. The agenda includes three public hearings: a special use permit for 101 John Rolfe Drive (Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation), a rezoning of property formerly known as "The Grange", and text amendments to the Light Industrial (I-1), Commercial Industrial (C-I), and Heavy Industrial (I-2) rules. Council will also consider a consent agenda with budget resolutions, invoices over $20,000, an archaeological survey contract, and a new HR position, plus a water agreement addendum with Isle of Wight County.
- Public hearing on a special use permit for 101 John Rolfe Drive, Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation
- Public hearing on rezoning of property formerly known as "The Grange"
- Public hearing on text amendments to Light Industrial (I-1), Commercial Industrial (C-I), and Heavy Industrial (I-2)
- Consent agenda invoices over $20,000, including $72,149.84 to Virginia Control & Electrical Services for the Minton Way Pump Station and $54,940.00 for receptacles on existing poles downtown
- Motion to adopt a Water Agreement Addendum between the Town and Isle of Wight County
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA
October 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Call To Order
2.
Pledge Of Allegiance
3.
Informational Reports
a.
Town Manager's Report
b.
Town Council Work Session Minutes
4.
Upcoming Meetings And Activities
October 6 - 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - National Night Out 2026
October 7- 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting (Wednesday)
October 12 - Town Offices Closed in Observance of Columbus Day
October 13 - 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
October 26 - 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
October 27 - 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review Meeting (moved
back week)
October 27 - 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals (moved back week)
NOTE: All of the above public meetings will be held at the Smithfield Center, unless otherwise
noted.
5.
Public Comments
6.
Council Comments
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) Reasonable efforts will be
made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning
Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are available for use upon request. Please call 1-(757)-365-4200 at least twenty-
four (24) hours prior to the meeting date so that proper arrangements may be made.
7.
Consent Agenda Items
a.
Resolution for the Appropriation of Rollover Funds for Water Fund Engineer
b.
Resolution to Appropriate Funds for Luter Sports …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda Items
7 yea
Michael Smith yea · Bill Harris yea · Valerie Butler yea · Steve Bowman yea · Jeffrey Brooks yea · Mary Ellen Bebermeyer yea · Darren Cutler yea
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
Smithfield Council weighs 3 public hearings on rezoning, permit, and industrial rules
Smithfield Town Council holds a work session with public hearings on a special use permit for 101 John Rolfe Drive (Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation), a rezoning of the property formerly known as "The Grange," and text amendments to Light Industrial (I-1), Commercial Industrial (C-I), and Heavy Industrial (I-2) rules. The agenda also includes police, fire, and rescue operational updates, public works items on water fund engineering and Luter Sports Complex drainage and maintenance, and authorization of five invoices over $20,000. Several items are listed only by title, so details are not established by this agenda.
- Public hearing: Special Use Permit for 101 John Rolfe Drive, Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation
- Public hearing: Rezoning of property formerly known as "The Grange"
- Public hearing: Text amendments to Light Industrial (I-1), Commercial Industrial (C-I), and Heavy Industrial (I-2)
- Invoices over $20,000 for authorization: Virginia Control & Electrical Services LLC - Minton Way Pump Station $72,149.84; Vortex Services - 414 Muirfield, CIPP Liner $24,708.00; Kimley Horn - South Church Street Shared Use Path Design $28,786.71; Cole Concepts - Windsor Castle Manor House Repairs $38,750.00; Virginia Control & Electrical Services LLC - Receptacles on Existing Poles Downtown $54,940.00
- Public works items: appropriation of rollover funds for Water Fund engineering; Luter Sports Complex drainage improvement proposal and maintenance building progress report
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA
September 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
220 North Church Street
Closed Session
Public Comments
1. Public Safety
a. Operational Update - Smithfield Police Department
Alonzo Howell, Chief of Police
b. Operational Update - Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department
Assistant Chief Jeffrey Smith / Deputy Chief Charlie Kempton
c. Operational Update - Isle of Wight Volunteer Rescue Squad
Brian Carroll, Chief
2. Public Works and Utilities
a. Appropriation of Rollover Funds for Water Fund Engineering
b. Luter Sports Complex Drainage Improvement Proposal
c. Luter Sports Complex Maintenance Building Progress Report and Schedule
3. Treasurer
a. August Financial Reports & Graphs
b. Invoices Over $20,000 Requiring Council Authorization:
i.
Virginia Control & Electrical Services LLC - Minton Way
Pump Station
$72,149.84
ii. Vortex Services - 414 Muirfield, CIPP Liner
$24,708.00
iii. Kimley Horn - South Church Street Shared Use Path Design
$28,786.71
iv. Cole Concepts - Windsor Castle Manor House Repairs
$38,750.00
v. Virginia Control & Electrical Services LLC - Receptacles on
$54,940.00
Existing Poles Downtown
4. Community Development and Planning
a. Public Hearing: Special Use Permit - 101 John Rolfe Drive, Riverside Lifelong Health
and Rehabilitation
b. Public Hearing: Rezoning - Property Formerly Known As "The Grange"
c. Public Hearing: Text Amendments - Light Industrial (I-1), Commercial Industrial ( …
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Committees
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
Board reviews several property exterior changes in Smithfield
The Board of Historic and Architectural Review will review applications for roof, fence, sign, and structure modifications at various historic properties. The meeting also includes the approval of August 18th, 2026, meeting minutes.
- Roof style change at 216 Cary Street
- Fence installation at 110-112 Main Street (Smithfield Inn & Garden House)
- Roof material change at 111 Cary Street
- Signage application for 338 Main Street (The Lily & Vine Floral Boutique)
- Detached garage request at 217 James Street
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SMITHFIELD BOARD OF HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
AGENDA
September 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Planner’s Report
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
October 6th - 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. National Night Out @ Luter Sports Complex
October 7th - 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting (Wednesday)
October 12th - Town Offices are Closed in Observance of the Columbus Day Holiday
October 13th - 6:30 p.m. Planning Commission Meeting
October 26th - 3:00 p.m. Town Council Work Session
October 27th - 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review Meeting
October 27th - 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
3.
Public Comments
4.
Board Member Comments
5.
Agenda Items
A. Style Change (Roof) - 216 Cary Street - Contributing - Maury Talbert, applicant.
(Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. Fence - 110-112 Main Street (Smithfield Inn & Garden House) - Landmark -
Smithfield Inn c/o/ Carolyn Burke, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments
enclosed.)
C. Material Change (Roof) - 111 Cary Street - Contributing - Blake Wingfield,
applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
D. Signs - 338 Main Street - Landmark - The Lily & Vine Floral Boutique c/o Matt
Eshnaur, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
E. Accessory Structure (Detached Garage) - 217 James Street - Contributing - Chris
Smith, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
F.
Assorted …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Zoning Appeals
Public hearings for special exception uses scheduled for September 15
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two special exception use applications. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the August 18, 2026, meeting.
- Public Hearing: Special Exception Use at 434 Watson Drive
- Public Hearing: Special Exception Use at 231 River Oaks Lane
- Approval of August 18, 2026, meeting minutes
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SMITHFIELD BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA
September 15, 2026 at 7:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Planner’s Report
3.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
October 6th - 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. National Night Out @ Luter Sports Complex
October 7th - 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting (Wednesday)
October 12th - Town Offices are Closed in Observance of the Columbus Day Holiday
October 13th - 6:30 p.m. Planning Commission Meeting
October 26th - 3:00 p.m. Town Council Work Session
October 27th - 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review Meeting
October 27th - 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
4.
Public Comments
5.
Board Member Comments
6.
Agenda items
A. *Public Hearing* Special Exception Use - 434 Watson Drive (TPIN: 22-05-026) -
William L. Greenwood, Sr. and Tiffany P. Greenwood, applicant. (Staff report,
applications, and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. *Public Hearing* Special Exception Use - 231 River Oaks Lane (TPIN: 22-01-
002A) - Willkris Services c/o William Campbell, applicant. (Staff report,
applications, and assorted attachments enclosed.)
C. Approval of the Tuesday, August 18th, 2026 meeting minutes. (enclosed)
7.
Adjournment
***ATTENTION***
Mrs. Clary can be reached via email (tclary@smithfieldva.gov) or mail at the address below:
Town of Smithfield: Community Development & Planning Department
ATTN Tammie Clary, Director
PO Box 246, Smithfield, VA 23431
NOTICE OF IN …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold public hearings on zoning, signs, and land use
The Smithfield Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a special sign exception for Sheetz, a property formerly known as The Grange, and a land use matrix for industrial districts. They will also review a short-term rental application, two entrance corridor overlay changes, and other agenda items.
- Public hearing: Special sign exception for Sheetz (applicant Toney Caruso)
- Public hearing: Property formerly known as The Grange
- Public hearing: Land use matrix for Light Industrial (I-1), Commercial Industrial (C-1), Heavy Industrial (I-2)
- SUP review: Short-term rental at 111 Institute Street (applicant Sean Holmer)
- Entrance corridor overlay material changes: Church Square and 1100 South Church Street
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220 North Church Street, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
September 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Community Development & Planning Director’s Report
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
September 8
6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
September 10
6:00 p.m. - Town Council Candidate Forum
September 15
6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
September 15
7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
September 28
3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
3.
Public Comments
4.
Planning Commission Comments
A.
Planning Commission Guidance
Councilman Cutler
5.
Agenda Items
A. SUP Review - Short Term Rental - 111 Institute Street - Sean Holmer, applicant.
(Staff Report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. *Public Hearing* - 101 John Rolfe Drive - Riverside Lifelong Health and
Rehabilitation c/o Tony Sievers. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
C. *Public Hearing* - Special Sign Exception - Sheetz C/O Toney Caruso, applicant.
(Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
D. *Public Hearing* Property Formerly Known as The Grange. (Staff report and
assorted attachments enclosed.)
E. Entrance Corridor Overlay - Material Change - Church Square C/O Matt
Glover, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
F.
Entrance Corridor Overlay - Material Change - 1100 South Church Street. C/O
Aaron Williams, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
G. *Public Hearing* Land Use Matr …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 18:30
Town Council
Council to adopt planning guidance, approve $114K in invoices
The Smithfield Town Council is meeting to consider adopting planning commission guidance and approving three invoices over $20,000 totaling $114,595.16. The agenda also includes informational reports, public comments, and a list of upcoming meetings.
- Invoice: Virginia Control & Electrical Services, LLC - $47,560.00
- Invoice: Axon Enterprise, Inc. - $32,785.16
- Invoice: The Blair Brothers, Inc. - $34,250.00
- Motion to adopt Planning Commission Guidance from the Town Council
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✓ Decided: Smithfield Town Council holds regular meeting with no substantive decisions
The Town Council meeting consisted of informational reports and public comments. No votes were taken and no official actions were decided upon during the session.
Smithfield Center, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA
September 1, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Call To Order
2.
Pledge Of Allegiance
3.
Informational Reports
a.
Town Manager's Reports
b.
Town Council Summary Work Session Minutes - August 2026
4.
Upcoming Meetings And Activities
September 1
6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
September 7
Town Offices Closed in Observance of Labor Day
September 8
6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
September 10
6:00 p.m. - Town Council Candidate Forum
September 15
6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
September 15
7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
September 28
3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
NOTE: All of the above public meetings will be held at the Smithfield Center, unless otherwise
noted.
5.
Public Comments
6.
Council Comments
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) Reasonable efforts will be
made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning
Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are available for use upon request. Please call 1-(757)-365-4200 at least twenty-
four (24) hours prior to the meeting date so that proper arrangements may be made.
7.
Consent Agenda Items
a.
Invoices Over $20,000 Requiring Council Authorization:
i.
Virginia Control & Electrical Services, LLC
$47,560.00
ii. Axon Enterprise, Inc.
$32,785.16
iii. The B …
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Smithfield Town Council
September 1st, 2026
Page 1 of 3
The Smithfield Town Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 1st, 2026. The
meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Michael Smith - Mayor Bill Harris - Vice Mayor Mary Ellen Bebermeyer Valerie Butler
Darren Cutler Jeff Brooks
Members absent:
Steve Bowman
Staff present:
Lesley King – Town Clerk
Tammie Clary – Community Development & Planning Director
Ed Heide – Director of Public Works
Judy Winslow – Director of Tourism
Laura Ross – Treasurer
Alonzo Howell – Chief, Smithfield Police Department
Chris Meier – Deputy Chief, Smithfield Police Department Steve Clark - Grounds Attendant
Shikyra Dailey - Director of Human Resources
Legal Representation:
William Tunner - Town Attorney, Thompson McMullan
Press:
Stephen Faleski - The Smithfield Times
Citizens:
5
1.
Call To Order
2.
Pledge Of Allegiance
3.
Informational Reports
Mrs. Clary shared that the Town of Smithfield was participating in the "Spread the Love Peanut
Butter and Jelly Challenge," initiated by Isle of Wight County. She observed that child hunger
was an issue that affected families in communities like Smithfield, and, for some children,
having enough food at home was not guaranteed. She stated that the challenge would give the
Town a simple but meaningful way to help. She said that throughout September, to coincide
with Hunger Action Month, communities were encouraged to collect peanut butter and jelly to …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda Items
6 yea
Michael Smith yea · Bill Harris yea · Valerie Butler yea · Jeffrey Brooks yea · Mary Ellen Bebermeyer yea · Darren Cutler yea
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
Council to review police, treasurer reports and $80K in contracts
The Smithfield Town Council is holding a work session to receive operational updates from the Police Department and Treasurer, including July activity and financial reports. They will also consider authorizing two invoices over $20,000 and discuss an archaeological investigation of town-owned property, plus further planning commission guidance.
- Police Department July activity report and Flock camera presentation
- Treasurer's July financial reports and graphs
- Invoice: Virginia Control & Electrical Services LLC - Install Bypass Pump @ Plaza PS - $47,560.00
- Invoice: Axon Enterprise Inc. - Police Department - $32,785.16
- Archaeological investigation of town-owned property
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL COMMITTEE AGENDA
August 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM
220 North Church Street
Public Comments
1. PUBLIC SAFETY
a. Operational Update - Smithfield Police Department - July Activity Report
Alonzo Howell, Chief of Police
b. Flock Camera Presentation
2. TREASURER
a. July financial Reports and Graphs
Laura Ross, Town Treasurer
b. Invoices Over $20,000 Requiring Council Authorization:
Laura Ross, Town Treasurer
i.
Virginia Control & Electrical Services LLC - Install Bypass
Pump @ Plaza PS
$47,560.00
ii. Axon Enterprise Inc. - Police Department
$32,785.16
3. MUSEUM
a. Archaeological Investigation of Town-Owned Property
Jennifer England, Isle of Wight County Museum Director
4. ADDITIONAL ITEMS OF DISCUSSION
a. Further Discussion on Planning Commission Guidance
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
Board to review demolition and four material changes to historic buildings
The Smithfield Board of Historic and Architectural Review will consider a demolition request and four material change applications affecting contributing and non-contributing structures in the historic district. The board will also hear public comments, approve the July 21st meeting minutes, and receive the planner's report. All items are for discussion and possible action.
- Demolition of single-family dwelling at 151 Riverview Avenue (non-contributing), applicant Nina Howard
- Roof material change at 216 Cary Street (contributing), applicant Maury Talbert
- Front porch stoop material change at 112 Jericho Road (contributing), applicant David Revell
- Siding material change at 360-368 Main Street (contributing), applicant Yusuf Atay
- Approval of July 21, 2026 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Board approves demolition and exterior renovations for three properties
The Board approved a home demolition at 151 Riverview Avenue and a porch stoop replacement at 112 Jericho Road. A siding project at 360-368 Main Street was conditionally approved with specific color and reveal requirements. A roof material request for 216 Cary Street was tabled.
- Approved demolition of single-family dwelling at 151 Riverview Avenue (unanimous)
- Tabled roof material application for 216 Cary Street to explore standing seam metal options (unanimous)
- Approved replacement of brick stoop with wooden stairs at 112 Jericho Road (unanimous)
- Conditionally approved Hardie siding at 360-368 Main Street with Light Mist color, white trim, and grey-green accents (unanimous)
- Approved July 21st, 2026 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD BOARD OF HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
AGENDA
August 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Planner’s Report
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
September 1 - 6:30 PM - Town Council Meeting
September 7 - Town Offices will be Closed in Observance of Labor Day
September 8 - 6:30 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
September 15 - 6:30 PM - Board of Historic and Architectural Review Meeting
September 15 - 7:30 PM - Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
September 28 - 3:00 PM - Town Council Work Session
3.
Public Comments
4.
Board Member Comments
5.
Agenda Items
A. Single-Family Dwelling Demolition - 151 Riverview Avenue - Non-Contributing -
Nina Howard, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. Material Change (Roof) - 216 Cary Street - Contributing - Maury Talbert,
applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
C. Material Change (Front Porch Stoop) - 112 Jericho Road - Contributing - David
Revell, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
D. Material Change (Siding) - 360-368 Main Street - Contributing - Yusuf Atay,
applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
E. Approval of the July 21st, 2026 Meeting Minutes.
6.
Adjournment
***ATTENTION***
Mrs. Clary can be reached via email (tclary@smithfieldva.gov) or mail at the address below:
Town of Smithfield: Community Development & Planning Department
ATTN Tammie Clary, Director
PO Box 246, Smith …
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Smithfield Board of Historic and Architectural Review
August 18th, 2026
Page 1 of 6
The Smithfield Board of Historic & Architectural Review held its regular meeting on Tuesday, August
18th, 2026. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Trey Gwaltney - Chairman
Julia Hillegass - Vice Chair
Leigh Abbott-Leaman
Russell Hill
Justin Hornback
Judith Lally
Members absent:
Julie Hess
Staff present:
Mark Kluck - Planner II
Jeff Brooks - Town Council Member
Mary Ellen Bebermeyer - Town Council Member
Legal Representation:
None
Press:
None
Citizens:
4
Chairman Gwaltney welcomed all attendees to the meeting.
1.
Planner’s Report
Mr. Kluck noted that emails had been distributed regarding access to the Board Agenda Portal, and
the members would need to be able to access the smithfieldva.gov email in order to log in to the portal.
He requested that they contact Lesley King, Town Clerk, or himself if they could not get in and they
would assist. He added that there were also "KnowB4" trainings that had been emailed to those same
accounts by the Isle of Wight County IT department that needed to be completed. He updated that
there were bollards installed at the intersection of Mason and Main Street to be used on a trail run to
see how they work for events where the streets were closed.
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
September 1 - 6:30 PM - Town Council Meeting
September 7 - Town Offices will be Closed in Observance of Labor Day
Septembe …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board to hold public hearing on special exception at 320 Grace Street
The Smithfield Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to consider one public hearing item: a request by Jeffrey D. Brooks for a special exception use at 320 Grace Street. The board will also approve minutes from its June 16, 2026 meeting and hear public and board member comments. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items, including a planner's report and a list of upcoming town meetings.
- Public hearing: Special Exception Use application by Jeffrey D. Brooks for 320 Grace Street (TPIN: 21A-01-132)
- Approval of June 16, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public comments period
- Board member comments
- Upcoming meetings: Town Council work session Aug 24, Town Council meeting Sep 1, Planning Commission Sep 8, Board of Zoning Appeals Sep 15
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✓ Decided: Board of Zoning Appeals elects officers for 2026-2027 cycle
The Board held elections to fill leadership positions for the upcoming cycle. A public hearing was opened regarding a special exception use request for a shed at 320 Grace Street, but the provided minutes end before a decision was recorded.
- Elected Eric Jaudzimas as Chairman (unanimous)
- Elected Beth Haywood as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Lesley King as Secretary (unanimous)
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA
August 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1.
Planner’s Report
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
August 24 - 3:00 PM - Town Council Work Session
September 1 - 6:30 PM - Town Council Meeting
September 7 - Town Office will be Closed in Observance of Labor Day
September 8 - 6:30 PM - Planning Commission Meeting
September 15 - 6:30 PM - Board of Historic and Architectural Review Meeting
September 15 - 7:30 PM - Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
September 28 - 3:00 PM - Town Council Work Session
3.
Public Comments
4.
Board Member Comments
5.
Agenda Items
A. *Public Hearing* Special Exception Use - 320 Grace Street (TPIN: 21A-01-132) -
Jeffrey D. Brooks, applicant. (Staff report, applications, and assorted attachments
enclosed.)
B. Approval of the Tuesday, June 16th, 2026 Meeting Minutes. (enclosed).
6.
Adjournment
***ATTENTION***
Mrs. Clary can be reached via email (tclary@smithfieldva.gov) or mail at the address below:
Town of Smithfield: Community Development & Planning Department
ATTN Tammie Clary, Director
PO Box 246, Smithfield, VA 23431
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
Reasonable efforts will be made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with
disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are
available for use upon request. Please call 1 …
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Smithfield Board of Zoning Appeals
August 18th, 2026
Page 1 of 3
The Smithfield Board of Zoning Appeals held its regular meeting on Tuesday, August 18th, 2026.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM.
Members present:
Eric Jaudzimas – Chairman
Beth Haywood - Vice Chair
Gene Monroe
Kurt Brugeman
Members absent:
Nick Hess
Staff present:
Mark Kluck - Planner II
Jeff Brooks - Town Council Member
Mary Ellen Bebermeyer - Town Council
Legal Representation:
None
Press:
None
Citizens:
1
1.
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Elections
Mr. Kluck reviewed that because it was the first meeting of the BZA after the July appointments,
they would hold elections for the 2026-2027 cycle.
Mrs. Haywood nominated Eric Jaudzimas for Chairman of the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Mr. Monroe seconded the nomination.
Mr. Kluck called for a collective vote. All members present voted aye, with none opposed. The
vote passed unanimously.
Mr. Brugeman nominated Beth Haywood as Vice Chair of the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Mr. Monroe seconded the nomination.
Mr. Kluck called for a collective vote. All members present voted aye, with none opposed. The
vote passed unanimously.
Chairman Jaudzimas nominated Lesley King as Secretary of the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Vice Chair Haywood seconded the nomination.
Mr. Kluck called for a collective vote. All members present voted aye, with none opposed. The
vote passed unanimously.
3.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
Smithfield Board of Zoning Appea …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Elections [Nominate Eric Jaudzimas as Chair.]
4 yea
Kurt Brugeman yea · Beth Haywood yea · Gene Monroe yea · Eric Jaudzimas yea
Elections [Nominate Beth Haywood as Vice Chair.]
4 yea
Kurt Brugeman yea · Beth Haywood yea · Gene Monroe yea · Eric Jaudzimas yea
Elections [Nominate Lesley King as Secretary.]
4 yea
Kurt Brugeman yea · Beth Haywood yea · Gene Monroe yea · Eric Jaudzimas yea
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to discuss land-use matrix for industrial zones
The Smithfield Planning Commission will discuss a proposed Land Use Matrix for Light Industrial (I-1), Commercial Industrial (C-I), and Heavy Industrial (I-2) zones. They will also consider an Entrance Corridor Overlay application for TPIN 21-01-070B by 757 Building Company. The meeting includes public comments and approval of July 14th meeting minutes.
- Entrance Corridor Overlay (ECO) application for TPIN 21-01-070B by 757 Building Company
- Discussion of Land Use Matrix for I-1, C-I, and I-2 industrial zones
- Approval of July 14, 2026 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission conditionally approves 757 Building Company ECO application
The commission conditionally approved an Entrance Corridor Overlay application for a new office building. Members also voted to move forward with a public hearing to amend uses in three industrial zoning districts.
- Conditionally approved ECO application for 757 Building Company provided Hardie Board and Batten is used on all four sides (5-1)
- Approved moving forward with a public hearing to amend uses in Light Industrial (I-1), Commercial Industrial (C-I), and Heavy Industrial (I-2) districts (4-2)
- Approved July 14th, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
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SMITHFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
August 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1. Community Development & Planning Director’s Report
2. Upcoming Meetings and Activities
August 18 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
August 18 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
August 24 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
September 1 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
September 7 Town Offices Closed in Observance of Labor Day
September 8 6:30 p.. - Planning Commission Meeting
3. Public Comments
The public is invited to speak to the Planning Commission on any matters, except
scheduled public hearing(s). Please use the sign-up sheet. Comments are limited to five (5)
minutes per person. Any required response(s) from the Town will be provided in writing
following the meeting.
4. Planning Commission Comments
5. Agenda Items
A. Entrance Corridor Overlay (ECO) - TPIN 21-01-070B - 757 Building Company
c/o Rachel Beasley, applicant.
Tammie Clary, Director of Community Development and Planning
B. *Discussion Item* Land Use Matrix — Light Industrial (I-1), Commercial
Industrial (C-I), and Heavy Industrial (I-2)
Tammie Clary, Director of Community Development and Planning
C. Approval of the July 14th, 2026 meeting minutes.
6. Adjournment
Mrs. Clary can be reached via email (tclary@smithfieldva.gov) or mail at the address below:
Town of Smithfield: Community Development & Planning Department
ATTN Tammie Clary, Director
PO Box 246, Smithfiel …
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Smithfield Planning Commission
August 11th, 2026
Page 1 of 10
The Smithfield Planning Commission held its regular meeting on Tuesday, August 11th, 2026. The
meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Julia Hillegass - Chairwoman
Dr. Herb Bevan - Vice Chair
Charles Bryan
James Yoko
Darren Cutler
Randy Carr
Members absent:
Dr. Thomas Pope
Staff present:
Tammie Clary – Community Development & Planning Director
Mark Kluck - Planner II
Steve Clark - Grounds Attendant
Legal Representation:
Rachel Adams - Town Attorney, Thompson McMullen
Press:
Stephen Faleski - The Smithfield Times
Citizens:
15
Chairwoman Hillegass welcomed all attendees to the meeting.
1.
Community Development & Planning Director’s Report
Mrs. Clary had no new updates to report.
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
August 18
6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
August 18
7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
August 24
3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
September 1
6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
September 7
Town Offices Closed in Observance of Labor Day
September 8
6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
3.
Public Comments
The public is invited to speak to the Planning Commission on any matters, except scheduled
public hearing(s). Please use the sign-up sheet. Comments are limited to five (5) minutes per
person. Any required response(s) from the Town will be provided in writing following the
meeting.
Chairwoman Hillegass confirmed that there we …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 18:30
Town Council
Town Council to hold public hearings on special use permits and proffer amendments
The Town Council will consider several land use requests, including special use permits and a proffer amendment for the Cypress Crossing Development. Members will also vote on rezoning town-owned property at Route 10 and 258 to Community Conservation (CC) and HPO.
- Public hearing for Special Use Permit at 321 Smithfield Boulevard
- Public hearing for Special Use Permit for 757 Building Company (TPIN # 21-01-070B)
- Public hearing for Cypress Crossing Development (Modwash) proffer amendment
- Invoices for authorization: Peterbuilt Store ($90,464.00), Flock Safety ($33,000.00), Virginia Retirement System ($30,470.00), and Cole Concepts ($25,000.00)
- Audit Services Engagement Letter for Robinson, Farmer, Cox and Associates for FY 2025-2026
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✓ Decided: Council approves Cypress Crossing proffer amendment, revoking prior proffers
The Smithfield Town Council unanimously approved a proffer amendment for the Cypress Crossing development, revoking previous proffers and accepting new ones that include buffers, landscaping, a water main, pump station, and traffic improvements. The council also approved two special use permits, including one for an accessory dwelling unit at 321 Smithfield Boulevard and one for a loading space in a front yard for 757 Building Company. Additionally, they voted to rezone town-owned property at Route 10 and 258 to Community Conservation and HPO, and tabled proposed Planning Commission guidelines for further discussion.
- Approved proffer amendment for Cypress Crossing, revoking prior proffers (unanimous)
- Approved special use permit for ADU at 321 Smithfield Boulevard (unanimous)
- Approved special use permit for front-yard loading space for 757 Building Company (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of town property at Route 10 and 258 to Community Conservation and HPO (unanimous)
- Recommended Beth Haywood for another term on Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
- Tabled proposed Planning Commission guidelines for further review (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including invoices over $20,000 (unanimous)
- Approved joint Town Council and Planning Commission minutes from April 22, 2026 (unanimous)
Smithfield Center, Smithfield
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA
August 4, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1. Call To Order
2. Pledge Of Allegiance
3. Informational Reports
a. Town Manager's Reports
b. Town Council Summary Work Session Minutes - July 2026
4. Upcoming Meetings And Activities
August 4 - 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
August 11 - 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
August 18 - 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
August 18 - 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
August 24 - 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
NOTE: All of the above public meetings will be held at the Smithfield Center, unless otherwise
noted.
5. Public Comments
6. Council Comments
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) Reasonable efforts will be
made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning
Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are available for use upon request. Please call 1-(757)-365-4200 at least twenty-
four (24) hours prior to the meeting date so that proper arrangements may be made.
7. Consent Agenda Items
a. Invoices Over $20,000 Requiring Council Authorization:
i. The Peterbuilt Store $ 90,464.00
ii. Virginia Retirement System $ 30,470.00
iii. Cole Concepts $ 25,000.00
iv. Flock Safety $ 33,000.00
b. Motion Approve the Audit Services Engagement Letter for Robinson, Farmer,
Cox and Associates for FY 2025-2026 …
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Smithfield Town Council
August 4th, 2026
Page 1 of 9
The Smithfield Town Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026. The
meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Michael Smith - Mayor
Bill Harris - Vice Mayor
Steve Bowman
Mary Ellen Bebermeyer
Valerie Bulter
Darren Cutler
Jeff Brooks
Members absent:
None
Staff present:
Michael Stallings – Town Manager
Lesley King – Town Clerk
Tammie Clary – Community Development & Planning Director
Ed Heide – Director of Public Works
Judy Winslow – Director of Tourism
Stephanie Kensicki – Assistant Director of Tourism
Laura Ross – Treasurer
Chris Meier – Deputy Chief, Smithfield Police Department
Steve Clark – Parks and Recreation Staff
Kyle Warren – Parks and Recreation Staff
Charles Bryan – Smithfield Planning Commission Member
Gene Monroe – Smithfield Board of Zoning Appeals, Vice Chair
Legal Representation:
William Tunner - Town Attorney, Thompson McMullen
Press:
Stephen Faleski - The Smithfield Times
Citizens:
5
1.
Call To Order
2.
Pledge Of Allegiance
3.
Informational Reports
a.
Town Manager's Reports
b.
Town Council Summary Work Session Minutes - July 2026
4.
Upcoming Meetings And Activities
August 4 -
6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
August 11 -
6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
August 18 -
6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
August 18 -
7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
August 24 -
3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda Items
7 yea
Michael Smith yea · Bill Harris yea · Valerie Butler yea · Steve Bowman yea · Jeffrey Brooks yea · Mary Ellen Bebermeyer yea · Darren Cutler yea
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Work Session
Town Council Committees to hold public hearings on permits and rezoning
The Town Council Committees will review police and public works updates and financial reports. The body will consider several invoices over $20,000 and hold public hearings regarding special use permits and a proffer amendment.
- Public hearings for Special Use Permits at 321 Smithfield Boulevard and TPIN # 21-01-070B
- Public hearing for Cypress Crossing Development proffer amendment
- Rezoning of town-owned property along Main Street
- Invoices for Peterbuilt Store ($90,464.00), Virginia Retirement System ($30,470.00), and Cole Concepts ($25,000.00)
- Audit services engagement letter for Robinson, Farmer, Cox and Associates for FY 2025-2026
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL COMMITTEE AGENDA
July 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM
220 North Church Street
Public Comments
1. PUBLIC SAFETY
a. Operational Update - Smithfield Police Department
Alonzo Howell, Chief of Police
2. PUBLIC WORKS AND UTILITIES
a. Litter Control Grant Funds - Proposed Signage
Ed Heide, Director of Public Works and Utilities
3. TREASURER
a. VIP / VML Investment Presentation by Robert Lauterberg
Laura Ross, Town Treasurer
b. June Financial Reports and Graphs
Laura Ross, Town Treasurer
c. Invoices Over $20,000 that Require Council Authorization:
Laura Ross, Town Treasurer
i. The Peterbuilt Store - PW Dump Truck w/ plow $ 90,464.00
ii. Virginia Retirement System - LODA $ 30,470.00
iii. Cole Concepts - Windsor Castle Maintenance $ 25,000.00
d. Audit Services Engagement Letter for Robinson, Farmer, Cox and Associates for FY
2025-2026
Laura Ross, Town Treasurer
e. Review of Budget Line Items
Laura Ross, Town Treasurer
f. Review Approved Budget Compared to End-of-Year Budget
Laura Ross, Town Treasurer
4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING
a. Public Hearing: Special Use Permit - 321 Smithfield Boulevard
Tammie Clary, Director of Community Development and Planning
b. Public Hearing - Special Use Permit - TPIN # 21-01-070B - 757 Building Company
Tammie Clary, Director of Community Development and Planning
c. Public Hearing: Proffer Amendment - Cypress Crossing Development
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
Board will discuss a new single‑family construction proposal on Riverview Avenue
The Smithfield Board of Historic & Architectural Review will consider three application items: an accessory fence at 231 James Street, an accessory shed at 320 Grace Street, and a proposed new single‑family home on Riverview Avenue (TPIN 21a-03-B019). The board will also approve the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting. Public and board member comments are scheduled before the agenda items.
- Accessory Structure (Fence) – 231 James Street – Contributing
- Accessory Structure (Shed) – 320 Grace Street – Landmark
- Discussion Item – New Single‑Family Construction – Riverview Avenue (TPIN 21a-03-B019) – Non‑Contributing
- Approval of the June 16th, 2026 Meeting Minutes
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✓ Decided: Board approves black aluminum fence for 231 James Street
The Board of Historic and Architectural Review held a discussion regarding new single-family construction on Riverview Avenue. The Board also granted conditional approval for a new fence at 231 James Street.
- Approved 3-to-6-foot tall black aluminum fence with spear point tops at 231 James Street (unanimous)
- Discussed preliminary residential development plans for Riverview Avenue (no vote)
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SMITHFIELD BOARD OF HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
AGENDA
July 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1. Planner’s Report
2. Upcoming Meetings and Activities
July 27 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
August 4 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
August 11 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
August 18 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
August 18 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
August 24 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
3. Public Comments
4. Board Member Comments
5. Agenda Items
A. Accessory Structure (Fence) - 231 James Street - Contributing - Patrick Wilda,
applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. Accessory Structure (Shed) - 320 Grace Street - Landmark - Jeff Brooks,
applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
C. *Discussion Item* New Single-Family Construction - Riverview Avenue (TPIN
21a-03-B019) - Non-Contributing - Phillip Hines, applicant. (Staff report and
assorted attachments enclosed.)
D. Approval of the June 16th, 2026 Meeting Minutes.
6. Adjournment
***ATTENTION***
Mrs. Clary can be reached via email (tclary@smithfieldva.gov) or mail at the address below:
Town of Smithfield: Community Development & Planning Department
ATTN Tammie Clary, Director
PO Box 246, Smithfield, VA 23431
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
Reasonable efforts will be made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified indiv …
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Smithfield Board of Historic and Architectural Review
July 21st, 2026
Page 1 of 5
The Smithfield Board of Historic & Architectural Review held its regular meeting on Tuesday,
July 21st, 2026. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Trey Gwaltney – Chairman
Julia Hillegass - Vice Chair
Julie Hess
Judith Lally
Members absent:
Leigh Abbott-Leaman
Russell Hill
Justin Hornback
Staff present:
Mark Kluck - Planner II
Legal Representation:
None
Press:
None
Citizens:
3
Chairman Gwaltney welcomed all attendees to the meeting.
1.
Planner’s Report
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
July 27
3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
August 4
6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
August 11 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
August 18 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
August 18 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
August 24 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
3.
Public Comments
Chairman Gwaltney confirmed that there were no comments from the public.
4.
Board Member Comments
Chairman Gwaltney confirmed that there were no members of the Board who wished to comment.
5.
Agenda Items
A.
*Discussion Item* New Single-Family Construction - Riverview Avenue (TPIN
21a-03-B019) - Non-Contributing - Phillip Hines, applicant. (Staff report and
assorted attachments enclosed.)
Chairman Gwaltney stated that the item would be moved to be addressed first as another Board
Smithfield Board of Historic and Architectural Review
July 21st …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Zoning Appeals
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
Planning Commission reviews five property permits and a land use matrix
The Smithfield Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five property-related requests, including special use permits and entrance corridor overlay reviews. These reviews determine whether proposed developments comply with local zoning standards, parking requirements, and signage rules that apply to nearby properties. The commission will also discuss a proposed Land Use Matrix and approve the June 9 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on an accessory dwelling unit at 321 Smithfield Boulevard
- Public hearing on a parking and loading waiver for TPIN 21-01-070B
- Entrance corridor overlay reviews for a fence at 1119 South Church Street and a sign at 1226 Smithfield Plaza
- Entrance corridor overlay review and waiver for new commercial construction at TPIN 32-01-096A2
- Discussion on a proposed Land Use Matrix
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves ADU special use permit for 321 Smithfield Blvd
The Smithfield Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a special use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 321 Smithfield Boulevard, and also approved a waiver for front-yard loading at a 757 Building Company site. The commission approved two entrance corridor overlay reviews for a fence and a sign, and conditionally approved an ECO waiver for a Take 5 Oil Change, tabling the review of its colors and materials.
- Recommended approval of ADU special use permit at 321 Smithfield Blvd (6-0)
- Recommended approval of SUP for front-yard loading waiver for 757 Building Company (6-0)
- Approved ECO fence review at 1119 South Church Street (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved ECO sign review for Pizza Hut at 1226 Smithfield Plaza (6-0)
- Approved ECO waiver for Take 5 Oil Change roll-up doors (6-0)
- Tabled ECO review of Take 5 colors, materials, and elevations
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SMITHFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
July 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1. Community Development & Planning Director’s Report
2. Upcoming Meetings and Activities
July 14 - 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
July 21 - 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
July 21 - 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
July 27 - 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
August 4 - 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
August 11 - 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
3. Public Comments
The public is invited to speak to the Planning Commission on any matters, except
scheduled public hearing(s). Please use the sign-up sheet. Comments are limited to five (5)
minutes per person. Any required response(s) from the Town will be provided in writing
following the meeting.
4. Planning Commission Comments
5. Action Items
A. *Public Hearing* Special Use Permit (Accessory Dwelling Unit) - 321 Smithfield
Boulevard - Riachard F. Hanley Jr., applicant (Staff report and assorted
attachments enclosed.)
B. *Public Hearing* Special Use Permit (Waiver of Parking and Loading) - TPIN
21-01-070B - 757 Building Company c/o Rachel Beasley, applicant. ECO
Discussion (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
C. Entrance Corridor Overlay Review (Fence) - 1119 South Church Street -
Superior Fence and Rail of Tidewater c/o Aaron Williams, applicant. (Staff report
and assorted attachments enclosed.)
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Smithfield Planning Commission
July 14th, 2026
Page 1 of 14
The Smithfield Planning Commission held its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 14th, 2026. The
meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Julia Hillegass - Chairwoman
Dr. Herb Bevan - Vice Chair
Dr. Thomas Pope
Charles Bryan
James Yoko
Darren Cutler
Members absent:
Randy Carr
Staff present:
Tammie Clary – Community Development & Planning Director
Mark Kluck - Planner II
Steve Clark - Parks and Recreation Staff
Mary Ellen Bebermeyer - Town Council Member
Gene Monroe - Vice Chair, Board of Zoning Appeals
Legal Representation:
Rachel Adams – Thompson McMullan, Town Attorney
Press:
Stephen Faleski - The Smithfield Times
Citizens:
5
Chairwoman Hillegass welcomed all attendees to the meeting.
1.
Community Development & Planning Director’s Report
Mrs. Clary announced that the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) meeting was canceled for July, but
there would be a meeting held in August to review an application and hold elections.
2.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
July 14 -
6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
July 21 -
6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
July 21 -
7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
July 27 -
3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
August 4 - 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
August 11 - 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
3.
Public Comments
The public is invited to speak to the Planning Commission on any matters, except scheduled
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 18:30
Town Council
Public hearings on special use permits for 203 and 409C Main Street
The Smithfield Town Council will hold public hearings on two special use permits: one to convert a residential property at 203 Main Street to commercial use, and another to allow a private school at 409C Main Street. The council will also consider consent items including invoices over $20,000 for website and financial software, a resolution supporting the South Church Street widening project for VDOT Smartscale evaluation, and approval of prior meeting minutes. New business includes additional invoices for pump station and sewer work totaling over $190,000.
- Public hearing: Special use permit (residential to commercial) for 203 Main Street
- Public hearing: Special use permit (private school) for 409C Main Street
- Invoices over $20,000 in consent: CivicPlus website ($20,687.30) and RDA Systems financial software ($39,150.00)
- Resolution of support for South Church Street widening and shared-use path for VDOT Smartscale funding
- New business invoices: Virginia Control & Electrical Services for three pump stations ($124,550) and Lewis Construction sewer work ($44,825)
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✓ Decided: Council approves two special use permits, consent agenda, and $192,375 in invoices
The Smithfield Town Council approved two special use permits: one for commercial office use at 203 Main Street and one for a private school at 409C Main Street. The council also approved the consent agenda (including invoices, a resolution of support for a road project, and minutes) and five additional invoices totaling $192,375 for pump station and sewer work. A draft guidance document for the Planning Commission was tabled for discussion at the next work session.
- Approved Special Use Permit for 203 Main Street (residential to commercial office) — unanimous, with Councilwoman Bebermeyer abstaining.
- Approved Special Use Permit for 409C Main Street (private school, Great Oaks Learning expansion) — unanimous.
- Approved consent agenda items A, B, and D; tabled item C (Joint Town Council and Planning Commission minutes of April 22, 2026).
- Approved five invoices totaling $192,375 for pump station and sewer work — unanimous.
- Tabled Councilman Cutler's draft Planning Commission guidance for discussion at the next work session.
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA
July 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1. Call To Order
2. Pledge Of Allegiance
3. Informational Reports
a. Town Manager's Report
b. Work Session Minutes from 6-22-2026
4. Upcoming Meetings And Activities
July 3 Town Offices Closed in Observance of Independence Day Holiday
July 7 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
July 14 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
July 21 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
July 21 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
July 27 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
NOTE: All of the above public meetings will be held at the Smithfield Center, unless otherwise
noted.
5. Public Comments
6. Council Comments
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) Reasonable efforts will be
made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning
Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are available for use upon request. Please call 1-(757)-365-4200 at least twenty-
four (24) hours prior to the meeting date so that proper arrangements may be made.
7. Consent Agenda Items
a. Invoices Over $20,000 Requiring Council Authorization:
i. CivicPlus - Website $ 20,687.30
ii. RDA Systems, Inc. - Financial Software $ 39,150.00
b. Resolution of Support to Submit the South Church Street Widening and Shared Use
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Smithfield Town Council
July 7th, 2026
Page 1 of 7
The Smithfield Town Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 7th, 2026. The meeting
was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Michael Smith – Mayor
Steve Bowman
Mary Ellen Bebermeyer
Valerie Bulter
Darren Cutler
Jeff Brooks
Members absent:
Bill Harris - Vice Mayor
Staff present:
Lesley King – Town Clerk
Tammie Clary – Community Development & Planning Director
Ed Heide – Director of Public Works
Judy Winslow – Director of Tourism
Laura Ross – Treasurer
Alonzo Howell – Chief, Smithfield Police Department
Chris Meier – Deputy Chief, Smithfield Police Department
Ashley Rogers – Director of Human Resources
Amy Novak – Director of Parks and Recreation
Steve Clark - Grounds Attendant
Legal Representation:
William Tunner - Town Attorney, Thompson McMullen
Press:
Stephen Faleski - The Smithfield Times
Citizens:
45
1.
Call To Order
2.
Pledge Of Allegiance
3.
Informational Reports
a.
Town Manager's Report
b.
Work Session Minutes from 6-22-2026
4.
Upcoming Meetings And Activities
July 3
Town Offices Closed in Observance of Independence Day Holiday
July 7
6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
July 14
6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
July 21
6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
July 21
7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
July 27
3:00 p.m. - Town Council Work Session
5.
Public Comments
Smithfield Town Council
July 7th, 2026
Page 2 of 7
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda Items
6 yea
Michael Smith yea · Valerie Butler yea · Steve Bowman yea · Jeffrey Brooks yea · Mary Ellen Bebermeyer yea · Darren Cutler yea
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 15:00
Town Council Committees
220 North Church Street, Smithfield
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Historic and Architectural Review
Board to consider tiny art gallery at 308 Main Street landmark
The Board of Historic and Architectural Review will consider an application for an accessory structure (tiny art gallery) at 308 Main Street, a landmark property, submitted by Anne and Daniel Garland. The board will also approve minutes from April 21, 2026. The Planner's Report includes an update on zoning text amendments regarding permanent manufactured homes and a spot blight update for 212 Astrid Street.
- Accessory Structure (Tiny Art Gallery) – 308 Main Street – Landmark – Anne and Daniel Garland, applicant
- Approval of April 21st, 2026 Meeting Minutes
- Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments Update re: 'Permanent Manufactured Homes'
- 212 Astrid Street – Spot Blight Update
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✓ Decided: Board approves tiny art gallery at 308 Main Street landmark
The Board unanimously approved a movable Tiny Art Gallery for the front yard of the Nelms House at 308 Main Street, a landmark property. The gallery, proposed by Anne and Daniel Garland, will be a small weatherproof box on a planter base, painted to match the house. The Board also approved the April 21st meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the Planner's Report was informational only.
- Approved accessory structure (Tiny Art Gallery) at 308 Main Street (unanimous)
- Approved April 21st, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
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SMITHFIELD BOARD OF HISTORIC & ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
AGENDA
June 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1. Upcoming Meetings and Activities
Tuesday, July 7th – 6:30 PM – Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, July 14th – 6:30 PM – Planning Commission Meeting
Tuesday, July 21st– 6:30 PM – Board of Historic & Architectural Review Meeting
Tuesday, July 21st – 7:30 PM – Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
Monday, July 27th – 3:00 PM – Town Council Committee Meetings
2. Public Comments
3. Board Member Comments
4. Agenda Items
A. Accessory Structure (Tiny Art Gallery) – 308 Main Street – Landmark – Anne
and Daniel Garland, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. Approval of the April 21st, 2026 Meeting Minutes.
5. Planner’s Report
- Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments Update re: “Permanent Manufactured Homes”
- 212 Astrid Street – Spot Blight Update
6. Adjournment
***ATTENTION***
Mrs. Clary can be reached via email (tclary@smithfieldva.gov) or mail at the address below:
Town of Smithfield: Community Development & Planning Department
ATTN Tammie Clary, Director
PO Box 246, Smithfield, VA 23431
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
Reasonable efforts will be made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with
disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are
available for use upon request. Please call 1-(7 …
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Smithfield Board of Historic and Architectural Review
June 16th, 2026
Page 1 of 3
The Smithfield Board of Historic & Architectural Review held its regular meeting on Tuesday,
June 16th, 2026. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Julia Hillegass - Vice Chair
Leigh Abbott-Leaman
Julie Hess
Russell Hill
Judith Lally
Members absent:
Trey Gwaltney - Chairman
Justin Hornback
Staff present:
Mark Kluck - Planner II
Legal Representation:
None
Press:
None
Citizens:
1
Vice Chair Hillegass welcomed all attendees to the meeting.
1.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
Tuesday, July 7th – 6:30 PM – Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, July 14th – 6:30 PM – Planning Commission Meeting
Tuesday, July 21st– 6:30 PM – Board of Historic & Architectural Review Meeting
Tuesday, July 21st – 7:30 PM – Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
Monday, July 27th – 3:00 PM – Town Council Committee Meetings
2.
Public Comments
Vice Chair Hillegass confirmed that no members of the public wished to speak.
3.
Board Member Comments
Vice Chair Hillegass confirmed that none of the Board members present wished to speak.
4.
Agenda Items
A.
Accessory Structure (Tiny Art Gallery) – 308 Main Street – Landmark – Anne and
Daniel Garland, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
Mr. Kluck reported that the applicants were seeking approval to install a movable Tiny Art Gallery
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 19:30
Board of Zoning Appeals
Public hearing on special exception at 19351 Battery Park Road
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special exception use application for property at 19351 Battery Park Road. The board will also consider approving minutes from its February 17, 2026 meeting. Other agenda items are procedural, including board comments and upcoming meeting dates.
- Public hearing for special exception use at 19351 Battery Park Road (TPIN 22-01-025 & 22-01-026) by John Napolitano and Marvin Smith.
- Approval of February 17, 2026 meeting minutes.
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SMITHFIELD BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA
June 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Upcoming Meetings and Activities
Monday, June 22nd – 3:00 PM – Town Council Committee Meetings
Tuesday, July 7th – 6:30 PM – Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, July 14th – 6:30 PM – Planning Commission Meeting
Tuesday, July 21st – 6:30 PM – Board of Historic & Architectural Review Meeting
Tuesday, July 21st – 7:30 PM – Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
3. Board Member Comments
4. Agenda Items
A. *Public Hearing* Special Exception Use – 19351 Battery Park Road (TPIN: 22-
01-025 & 22-01-026) – John Napolitano and Marvin Smith, applicants. (Staff
report, applications, and assorted attachments enclosed.)
B. Approval of the Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 meeting minutes (enclosed).
5. Adjournment
***ATTENTION***
Mrs. Clary can be reached via email (tclary@smithfieldva.gov) or mail at the address below:
Town of Smithfield: Community Development & Planning Department
ATTN Tammie Clary, Director
PO Box 246, Smithfield, VA 23431
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
Reasonable efforts will be made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with
disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are
available for use upon request. Please call 1-(757)-365-4200 at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting
date so tha …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:30
Planning Commission
Public hearings on special use permits and parking/landscaping text amendment
The Smithfield Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two special use permit applications: converting 203 Main Street from residential to commercial and operating a private school at 409C Main Street. The Commission will also consider a text amendment to the zoning ordinance affecting parking, loading, landscaping, and screening regulations. Other items include an entrance corridor overlay review for a sign at 1005 South Church Street and a discussion of the land use matrix.
- Public Hearing: Special Use Permit (Residential to Commercial) at 203 Main Street – 203 Main St LLC
- Public Hearing: Special Use Permit (Private School) at 409C Main Street – Sarah Edwards applicant
- Entrance Corridor Overlay Review (Sign) at 1005 South Church St – Echo Signs Printing & Graphics
- Public Hearing: Text Amendment to SZO Articles 8 (Parking & Loading) and 9 (Landscaping & Screening Regulations)
- Discussion Item: Land Use Matrix
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends approval of two special use permits
The Smithfield Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend Town Council approval of a special use permit for 203 Main Street, allowing conversion of a residential structure to commercial office use, and a separate permit for 409C Main Street to operate a private school. The commission also approved a sign for 1005 South Church St with a condition, tabled a text amendment on parking and landscaping, and discussed the land use matrix without a formal decision.
- Approved a favorable recommendation for a special use permit at 203 Main Street for residential-to-commercial conversion (unanimous).
- Approved a favorable recommendation for a special use permit at 409C Main Street to operate a private school (unanimous).
- Approved a sign at 1005 South Church St with a condition to change the raceway color to white (unanimous).
- Tabled a text amendment to Articles 8 and 9 of the zoning ordinance until staff can separate state-required changes from staff recommendations (6-1).
- Approved the April 22, 2026 joint meeting minutes as presented (unanimous).
- Approved the May 12, 2026 meeting minutes as amended to include a section on the SUP exercise (unanimous).
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SMITHFIELD PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
June 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1. Upcoming Meetings and Activities
Tuesday, June 16th, 6:30 PM – Board of Historic & Architectural Review Meeting
Tuesday, June 16th, 7:30 PM – Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
Monday, June 22nd, 3:00 PM – Town Council Committee Meetings
Tuesday, July 7th, 6:30 PM – Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, July 14th, 6:30 PM – Planning Commission Meeting
2. Public Comments
3. Planning Commission Comments
4. Agenda Items
A. *Public Hearing* Special Use Permit (Residential to Commercial) – 203 Main
Street – 203 Main St LLC, c/o Jay Hassell, applicant. (Staff report and assorted
attachments enclosed.)
B. *Public Hearing* Special Use Permit (Private School) – 409C Main Street –
Sarah Edwards, applicant. (Staff report and assorted attachments enclosed.)
C. Entrance Corridor Overlay Review (Sign) – 1005 South Church St – Echo Signs
Printing & Graphics c/o Dee Antoine, applicant. (Staff report and assorted
attachments enclosed.)
D. *Public Hearing* Text Amendment – SZO Article 8 (Parking & Loading) & 9
(Landscaping & Screening Regulations) – Town Staff, applicant. (Staff report and
assorted attachments enclosed.)
E. Discussion Item: Land Use Matrix
F. Approval of the April 22nd, 2026 Joint Town Council/Planning Commission
meeting minutes.
G. Approval of the May 12th, 2026 meeting minutes.
5. Community Development & Planning Director’s Report
6. Adjournment
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Smithfield Planning Commission
June 9th, 2026
Page 1 of 16
The Smithfield Planning Commission held its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026. The
meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Julia Hillegass - Chairwoman
Dr. Herb Bevan - Vice Chair
Dr. Thomas Pope
Charles Bryan
James Yoko
Darren Cutler
Randy Carr
Members absent:
None
Staff present:
Tammie Clary – Community Development & Planning Director
Mark Kluck - Planner II
Steve Clark - Grounds Attendant
Kyle Warren - Grounds Attendant
Legal Representation:
None
Press:
Stephen Faleski - The Smithfield Times
Citizens:
4
Chairwoman Hillegass welcomed all attendees to the meeting.
1.
Upcoming Meetings and Activities
Tuesday, June 16th, 6:30 PM – Board of Historic & Architectural Review Meeting
Tuesday, June 16th, 7:30 PM – Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting
Monday, June 22nd, 3:00 PM – Town Council Committee Meetings
Tuesday, July 7th, 6:30 PM – Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, July 14th, 6:30 PM – Planning Commission Meeting
2.
Public Comments
Chairwoman Hillegass confirmed that there were no members of the public signed up to speak.
3.
Planning Commission Comments
Mr. Bryan thanked Renee Bevan for her letter sent to Town Officials that explained the difference
between manufactured and modular homes. He said that the letter was in-depth and helpful. He
asked Mrs. Clary if she could remind him why her Director's Report had been moved from the
beginning of the agenda to the end o …
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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 18:30
Town Council
Council to adopt FY2026-27 budget, tax levy, and water/sewer rates
The Smithfield Town Council will hold public hearings on three zoning text amendments and consider a resolution to participate in VDOT's roadside management program. The council is also set to vote on the adoption of the fiscal year 2026-2027 operating budget, a tax levy ordinance for 2026-2027, a five-year capital improvements plan, and a new water and sewer rate schedule. Consent agenda includes approval of a $32,523 water meter purchase.
- Public hearing: Text amendment to SZO Articles 3.H (Downtown), 3.M (Historic Preservation Overlay), and 13 (Definitions).
- Public hearing: Text amendment to SZO Articles 12 (Board of Zoning Appeals) and 13 (Definitions).
- Public hearing: Text amendment to SZO Article 3.R (Entrance Corridor Overlay).
- Resolution endorsing participation in VDOT's Comprehensive Roadside Management Program for right-of-way east of TPIN 22-01-005H.
- Consent agenda: Core and Main water meters for $32,523.00.
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✓ Decided: Smithfield Town Council adopts FY 2026-2027 operating budget
The Town Council unanimously approved the FY 2026-2027 operating budget and a corresponding tax ordinance with no rate increases. Council also passed several zoning amendments to comply with state code and engaged a new legal firm. A resolution was approved for the town to participate in a VDOT roadside management program.
- Approved FY 2026-2027 operating budget (7-0)
- Approved tax ordinance for 2026-2027 with no rate increases (7-0)
- Approved zoning amendment excluding permanent manufactured dwellings from Downtown and Historic Preservation Overlay Districts (7-0)
- Approved zoning amendment updating Board of Zoning Appeals language and variance definitions (7-0)
- Approved zoning amendment updating Entrance Corridor Overlay District (7-0)
- Approved resolution for participation in VDOT's Comprehensive Roadside Management Program (7-0)
- Accepted letter of engagement for legal services from Thompson McMullen (7-0)
- Approved $32,523 invoice for Core and Main water meters (7-0)
Smithfield Center, Smithfield
📄 From the agenda
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SMITHFIELD TOWN COUNCIL AGENDA
June 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM
220 North Church Street
1. Call To Order
2. Pledge Of Allegiance
3. Informational Reports
a. Town Manager's Reports
b. Committee Summary Reports
4. Upcoming Meetings And Activities
June 2 - 6:30 p.m. - Town Council Meeting
June 9 - 6:30 p.m. - Planning Commission Meeting
June 16 - 6:30 p.m. - Board of Historic and Architectural Review
June 16 - 7:30 p.m. - Board of Zoning Appeals
June 19 - Town Offices Closed in Observance of Juneteenth Day
June 22 - 3:00 p.m. - Town Council Committee Meetings
NOTE: All of the above public meetings will be held at the Smithfield Center, unless otherwise
noted.
5. Public Comments
6. Council Comments
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) Reasonable efforts will be
made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with disabilities in order to participate in or attend Planning
Commission meetings. ADA compliant hearing devices are available for use upon request. Please call 1-(757)-365-4200 at least twenty-
four (24) hours prior to the meeting date so that proper arrangements may be made.
7. Consent Agenda Items
a. Invoices Over $20,000 Requiring Council Authorization.
Finance Committee Chair, Jeff Brooks
i. Core and Main - Water Meters $32,523.00
b. Motion to Approve the Town Council Summary Minutes from May 5th and May
18th, 2026.
Michael Smith, Mayor
8. Action Items
a. Public Hearing …
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Smithfield Town Council
June 2nd, 2026
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The Smithfield Town Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026. The meeting
was called to order at 6:30 PM.
Members present:
Michael Smith - Mayor
Bill Harris - Vice Mayor
Steve Bowman
Mary Ellen Bebermeyer
Valerie Bulter
Darren Cutler
Jeff Brooks
Members absent:
None
Staff present:
Michael Stallings – Town Manager
Lesley King – Town Clerk
Tammie Clary – Community Development & Planning Director
Ed Heide – Director of Public Works
Judy Winslow – Director of Tourism
Laura Ross – Treasurer
Judy Winslow - Director of Tourism
Stephanie Kensicki - Assistant Director of Tourism
Alonzo Howell – Chief, Smithfield Police Department
Chris Meier - Deputy Chief Smithfield Police Department
Steve Clark - Grounds Attendant
Kyle Warren - Grounds Attendant
Legal Representation:
Chris Mackenzie - Sands Anderson, Interim Town Attorney
Press:
Stephen Faleski - The Smithfield Times
Citizens:
2
Mayor Smith welcomed all attendees to the meeting and asked all present to stand for the Pledge
of Allegiance.
1.
Call To Order
2.
Pledge Of Allegiance
3.
Informational Reports
Vice Mayor Harris reviewed that he had previously spoken with the Town Manager on the
subject and asked if he could give an update on the Industrial Park Program.
The Town Manager explained that they had been working with the Town's Consulting Engineer
on the master planning at the site. He sta …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda Items
7 yea
Michael Smith yea · Bill Harris yea · Valerie Butler yea · Steve Bowman yea · Jeffrey Brooks yea · Mary Ellen Bebermeyer yea · Darren Cutler yea
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $8.2M | CARDINAL MARINE GROUP INC Department of Defense · DRIFTMASTER ELECTRIC INTEGRATION |
| $4.6M | SMITHFIELD PACKAGED MEATS SALES CORP. Department of Agriculture · COMMODITIES FOR USG FOOD DONATIONS: 2000009824/4100029204/PORK LOIN RO |
| $3.4M | SMITHFIELD PACKAGED MEATS SALES CORP. Department of Agriculture · COMMODITIES FOR USG FOOD DONATIONS: 2000010867/4100032567/PORK PICNIC |
| $2.3M | SMITHFIELD PACKAGED MEATS SALES CORP. Department of Agriculture · 2000007673/4100022931/PORK HAM SMOKED PIT FRZ CTN-6/5 LB |
| $1.4M | SMITHFIELD PACKAGED MEATS SALES CORP. Department of Agriculture · COMMODITIES FOR USG FOOD DONATIONS: 2000008687/4100025968/PORK HAM WAT |
| $1.3M | SMITHFIELD PACKAGED MEATS SALES CORP. Department of Agriculture · COMMODITIES FOR USG FOOD DONATIONS: 2000009361/4100027754/PORK HAM WAT |
| $1.3M | SMITHFIELD PACKAGED MEATS SALES CORP. Department of Agriculture · COMMODITIES FOR USG FOOD DONATIONS: 2000010349/4100031034/PORK PICNIC |
| $1.2M | SMITHFIELD FRESH MEATS SALES CORP Department of Agriculture · 2000005371/4100015033/PORK BNLS LEG ROASTS - BULK CTN-60 LB,PORK ROAST |
| $1.1M | SMITHFIELD PACKAGED MEATS SALES CORP. Department of Agriculture · COMMODITIES FOR USG FOOD DONATIONS: 2000008550/4100025619/PORK HAM WAT |
| $1.0M | SMITHFIELD PACKAGED MEATS SALES CORP. Department of Agriculture · COMMODITIES FOR USG FOOD DONATIONS: 2000010791/4100032225/PORK HAM SMK |
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🌐 County-level context (Isle of Wight County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Federal disasters (10 yr)6 ({"Hurricane": 10, "Severe Storm": 3, "Snowstorm": 2, "Biolog · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities3 (1 pedestrian · 2023)
Business establishments766 (9,183 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,696/mo (145 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy19.7% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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267
Recorded votes
$18.0M
Annual budget
$5.2M
Debt outstanding
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$18.0M
Spending$15.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$5.2M
Debt-to-revenue0.29×
Debt-load index37 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
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Meeting archives
- 2025 (13 meetings)