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Stafford CountyVA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$458,800 👤 Members & officials (75)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the American with Disabilities Act Grievance Committee
- Angela Foroughi
- Bruce Bixby
- Ryan Foroughi
- Kelly Keiser
- Tim Doyle
- Virginia Clement
- Theresa Quitto-Dickerson
Who’s on the Architectural Review Board
- Doris McAdams
- Kim Taylor-Wilson
- Linda Burdette
- Mark Ethridge
- Al Bain
- Billy Shelton
- Aaron Mastin
Who’s on the Board of Building Code Appeals
- Gregory Cox
- Hafizullah Shirzai
- J.C. Hall
- Samer Shalaby
- Sean Halsey
- Stacey Lampman
Who’s on the Board of Social Services
- Gary F. Snellings — Board Member
- Darrell E. English — Board Member
- Fred A. Donahoe
- Darrell
Who’s on the Board of Supervisors
- Allen
- Vanuch
- Diggs
- Evans
- Gary
- Meg Bohmke
- Allen PRESENTATIONS
- Yeung
Who’s on the Board of Zoning Appeals
- Abraham Panjshiri
- Steven Apicella
- Everet Blaisdell
- Nathan Mowery
- Skip Causey
- Tracy Petty
- Tylor Underwood
- Allen
- Bohmke
Who’s on the Historical Commission
- Martha Newton
- Jane Conner
- James Tully
- Frank White
- James Powell
- Emma Dietrich
- Richard Chichester
- Anita Dodd
- Robert Orrison
- Aaron Mastin
- Callie Knight
- Gordon Silver
Who’s on the Planning Commission Meetings
- Kristen Barnes
- Willie Shelton
- Laura Sellers
- Carlos Bratton
- Kelsey Caudill
- Steven Apicella
- Marcus Oats
- Maureen Siegmund
- Gregory Goldstein
- Kecia Evans
- Neil Hamblin
Who’s on the Wetlands Board/Coastal Primary Sand Dunes Board/Chesapeake Bay Board
- Benjamin Rudasill
- Mary Rust
- Sue Henderson
- Anthony Pineau
- Robert Hayden
- Dan Adams
- Zachary Martinez
- Jeff Eastland
- Rachel Rilee
- Ranjit Singh
- Victor Eilenfield
Municipal budget
Total revenue$711.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$728.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$332.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$532.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$4,529 (FY2023)
Development activity
2025450 housing units ($148.1M)
Upcoming
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
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REGULAR AGENDA
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
BOARD CHAMBERS, 1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD, STAFFORD, VA 22554
5:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS - INVOCATION - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS - DELETIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
CAPITAL PROJECTS; AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT OF SALE WITH THE COMMONWEALTH OF
VIRGINIA FOR THE PURCHASE OF TAX MAP PARCELS NOS. 38-131, 38-132,
38-133 AND TO ACCEPT THE PROPERTY, AND BUDGET AND APPROPRIATE
FUNDS FOR PURCHASE
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-321
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: PURCHASE PROPERTY AND BUDGET AND
BUDGET AND APPROPRIATES FUNDS.
2.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT; A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING
SEPTEMBER 15 TO OCTOBER 15, 2026, AS NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE
MONTH 2026
PROPOSED PROCLAMATION P26-14
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: RECOGNIZES MONTH.
3.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT; A PROCLAMATION TO RECOGNIZE
SEPTEMBER 17-23, 2026, AS CONSTITUTION WEEK
PROPOSED PROCLAMATION P26-15
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: RECOGNIZES WEEK.
4.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT; A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING
SEPTEMBER 8-12, 2025, AS DISABILITY VOTING RIGHTS WEEK
PROPOSED PROCLAMATION P26-32
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: RECOGNIZES WEEK.
5.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION; CHANGE THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING
FROM THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026 TO WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-328
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: APPROVES CHANGE TO BOS MEETING DATE.
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 16:00
Local Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB)
Stafford OPEB board to review investment performance and approve minutes
The Stafford County OPEB Local Finance Board will meet to approve the minutes from its June 2, 2026 meeting, hear public comment, and review the investment performance of the OPEB trust. The agenda also includes other business and adjournment. The attached investment report shows the trust's market value at $19,949,978.61 as of June 30, 2026, with a fiscal year 2026 return of 18.66%.
- Approval of June 2, 2026 meeting minutes
- Investment performance review: OPEB trust market value $19,949,978.61 as of June 30, 2026
- FY2026 return of 18.66% on OPEB trust investments
- Public comment period
- Other business includes VML/VACo conference and fund draw process review
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George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
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OPEB LOCAL FINANCE
BOARD MEETING
AGENDA
Date: September 1st, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Treasurer’s Conference Room
1. Approval of OPEB Local Finance Board Meeting Minutes of June 2nd, 2026.
2. Public Comment
3. Investment Performance Review
4. Other Business
5. Adjournment
OPEB LOCAL FINANCE
BOARD MEETING
MINUTES
Date: June 2nd, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Treasurer’s Conference Room
Filed; Subject to approval
Quorum was Present:
Michael Sienkowski, County Treasurer
Randy Helwig, Director of Finance
Also Present:
Lauren Rider, Treasury Accounting Manager
Chair Sienkowski called the meeting to order at 4:08 PM
Approval of Minutes
MOTION:
Vice Chair Helwig made a motion to approve the minutes of OPEB Local Finance Board meeting held
on March 2nd 2026. Chair Sienkowski second the motion to approve the minutes; approved by
unanimous consent.
Public Comment
Chair Sienkowski Opened the floor to Public Comment.
There was no Public Comment.
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Investment Performance Review
Discussion followed concerning the balance and investment performance- Northern Trust Statement-
03-31-2026
Other Business Discussions
Investment Performance & Contribution Review
VML/VACo Conference in September
Updating Minutes on County website
Plan to review process for drawing funds
Next Meeting
Date: September 1st, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Treasurer’s Conference Room
MOTION:
Vice Chair Helwig made a motion …
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 15:00
Historical Commission
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 18:00
Architectural Review Board
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Meetings
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Fri Sep 18, 2026 · 09:00
Economic Development Authority
1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Stafford County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.
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Rowser Annex, Stafford
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MEETING AGENDA
Call to Order
Silent Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
Public Comments
Unfinished Business
New Business
Liaison Reports
Director’s Report
Commission Member Comments
Adjournment
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
Wetlands Board/Coastal Primary Sand Dunes Board/Chesapeake Bay Board
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Meetings
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 19:00
Agricultural/PDR Commission
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Social Services
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road , Stafford
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 19:00
Telecommunications Commission
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 19:00
Utilities Commission
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Meetings
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 14:00
Joint Schools Working Committee
37 Stafford Avenue, Stafford
Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 09:00
Economic Development Authority
1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
Wetlands Board/Coastal Primary Sand Dunes Board/Chesapeake Bay Board
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Stafford County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.
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Rowser Annex, Stafford
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MEETING AGENDA
Call to Order
Silent Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
Public Comments
Unfinished Business
New Business
Liaison Reports
Director’s Report
Commission Member Comments
Adjournment
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 19:00
Agricultural/PDR Commission
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Social Services
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:00
American with Disabilities Act Grievance Committee
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Meetings
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
Wetlands Board/Coastal Primary Sand Dunes Board/Chesapeake Bay Board
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Stafford County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.
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Rowser Annex, Stafford
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MEETING AGENDA
Call to Order
Silent Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
Public Comments
Unfinished Business
New Business
Liaison Reports
Director’s Report
Commission Member Comments
Adjournment
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Meetings
Fri Nov 20, 2026 · 09:00
Economic Development Authority
1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 19:00
Agricultural/PDR Commission
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Social Services
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Meetings
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
Fri Dec 18, 2026 · 09:00
Economic Development Authority
1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
Wetlands Board/Coastal Primary Sand Dunes Board/Chesapeake Bay Board
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Commission will address routine agenda items; no specific decisions listed
The Stafford County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will meet to handle routine business. Items include approval of minutes, public comments, reports from the director and liaison, and member comments. No specific policy changes, contracts, or projects are listed on the agenda.
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Rowser Annex, Stafford
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MEETING AGENDA
Call to Order
Silent Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
Public Comments
Unfinished Business
New Business
Liaison Reports
Director’s Report
Commission Member Comments
Adjournment
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 19:00
Agricultural/PDR Commission
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Social Services
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Commission will conduct routine procedural business
The Stafford County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, receive public comments, discuss unfinished and new business, hear liaison and director reports, and allow member comments. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.
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Rowser Annex, Stafford
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MEETING AGENDA
Call to Order
Silent Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
Public Comments
Unfinished Business
New Business
Liaison Reports
Director’s Report
Commission Member Comments
Adjournment
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Stafford County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for this meeting.
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Rowser Annex, Stafford
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MEETING AGENDA
Call to Order
Silent Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
Public Comments
Unfinished Business
New Business
Liaison Reports
Director’s Report
Commission Member Comments
Adjournment
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon May 17, 2027 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Jun 21, 2027 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Jul 19, 2027 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Recent meetings
Fri Aug 28, 2026 · 11:00
Hidden Lake Service District
Hidden Lake Service District committee to review dam safety and FY26 finances
The Hidden Lake Service District Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and receive a staff report on dam safety, including the status of the operation and maintenance certificate, inspection results, and upcoming inspections. The committee will also review FY26 financials. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.
- Election of officers
- Approval of August 21, 2025 draft minutes
- FY26 financials review
- Dam safety status: current O&M certificate, 2025 inspection results, October 2026 owner inspection, October 2027 PE inspection, June 2028 EAP update
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George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
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HIDDEN LAKE SERVICE DISTRICT
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
AUGUST 28, 2026, 11:00AM
ABC CONFERENCE ROOM,
2ND FLOOR
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
AUGUST 21, 2025, HIDDEN LAKES COMMITTEE DRAFT MINUTES
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
FY26 FINANCIALS
STAFF REPORT
DAM SAFETY
A. STATUS OF THE CURRENT REGULAR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE CERTIFICATE;
B. RESULTS OF THE 2025 INSPECTION;
C. OCTOBER 2026 OWNER INSPECTION;
D. OCTOBER 2027 PE INSPECTION;
E. JUNE 2028 EAP UPDATE;
ADJOURNMENT
This agenda may be amended on the day of the meeting. Participation of all citizens is encouraged. For all
individuals with special needs, please notify County Administration of any accommodations required at least
24 hours in advance of the meeting. The agenda and related materials may be found on the County’s website
at www.staffordcountyva.gov.
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Meetings
Planning Commission to weigh heavy industrial rezoning for Accokeek Center
The Stafford County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five items, including a proposed rezoning of eight parcels in the Falmouth area to heavy industrial (M-2) for the Accokeek Center project, along with related electric substation approvals. They will also consider a rezoning and conditional use permit for a Sheetz convenience store with fuel sales at Enon Road. The agenda includes a 5-year comprehensive plan update, a project pipeline report, and approval of meeting minutes.
- Rezoning of parcels 38-96, 38-74A, 38-45, 38-45H, 38-45I, 38-45L, 38-44A, 38-73 from A-1, A-2, B-3 to M-2 Heavy Industrial (Accokeek Center)
- Comprehensive plan compliance review for an electric substation on the same Accokeek Center parcels
- Conditional use permit for an electric substation in M-2 district (Accokeek Center)
- Rezoning of parcels 45-283, 45-284, 46-17A from A-1 and B-1 to B-2 Urban Commercial (Sheetz at Enon Road)
- Conditional use permit for convenience store with drive-through and fuel sales (Sheetz at Enon Road)
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STAFFORD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
GEORGE L. GORDON, JR., GOVERNMENT CENTER
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
AUGUST 26, 2026
1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD
6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
DECLARATIONS OF DISQUALIFICATIONS
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.
PLANNING AND ZONING; CONSIDER A PROPOSED ZONING RECLASSIFICATION, WITH
PROFFERS, FROM THE A-1, AGRICULTURAL, A-2, RURAL RESIDENTIAL, AND B-3, OFFICE
ZONING DISTRICTS TO THE M-2, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT ON TAX MAP
PARCEL NOS. 38-96, 38-74A, 38-45, 38-45H, 38-45I, 38-45L, 38-44A, AND 38-73
(PROJECT KNOWN AS RC24155981; ACCOKEEK CENTER)
PROPOSED ORDINANCE O26-16 (APPROVAL)
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-127 (DENIAL)
(TIME LIMIT: DECEMBER 23, 2026)
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ZONING RECLASSIFICATION,
WITH PROFFERS.
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2.
PLANNING AND ZONING; CONSIDER A REQUEST TO REVIEW COMPLIANCE WITH THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, IN ACCORDANCE WITH VIRGINIA CODE § 15.2-2232, FOR
PLACEMENT OF A PROPOSED PUBLIC UTILITY OR PUBLIC SERVICE CORPORATION,
SPECIFICALLY AN ELECTRIC SUBSTATION, ON TAX MAP PARCEL NOS. 38-96, 38-74A, 38-
45, 38-45H, 38-45I, 38-45L, 38-44A, AND 38-73 (PROJECT KNOWN AS COM24156541;
ACCOKEEK CENTER)
PROPOSED PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION PCR26-17 (APPROVAL)
PROPOSED PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION PCR26-18 (DENIAL)
(TIME LIMIT: OCTOBER 25, 2026)
BACKGROUND SUMMAR …
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
Board to set legislative priorities, review parks fees, housing
The Stafford County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to discuss legislative priorities for the upcoming General Assembly, review proposed parks and recreation fee revisions, receive updates on the economic development strategic plan, discuss budget calendar alignment, and talk about workforce and affordable housing. These are discussion items, not final decisions.
- Discussion with delegation members on legislative priorities for the General Assembly
- Parks and Recreation presentation on program pricing philosophy and proposed fee revisions
- Economic Development & Tourism strategic plan updates
- Budget calendar alignment discussion
- Workforce and affordable housing discussion
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1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
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REGULAR AGENDA
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026
CONFERENCE ROOM ABC, 1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD, STAFFORD VA 22554
5:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
ADDITIONS - DELETIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR AGENDA
WORK SESSION ITEMS
1.
DISCUSSIONS WITH DELEGATION MEMBERS ON LEGISLATIVE
PRIORITIES FOR THE UPCOMING GENERAL ASSEMBLY
2.
PARKS AND RECREATION; PRESENTATION OF PROGRAM
PRICING PHILOSOPHY AND PROPOSED FEE REVISIONS
3.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM; ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATES
4.
BUDGET CALENDAR ALIGNMENT DISCUSSION
5.
WORKFORCE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING DISCUSSION
ADJOURNMENT
This agenda may be amended on the day of the meeting. Participation of all citizens is encouraged. For all individuals
with special needs, please notify County Administration of any accommodations required at least 24 hours in advance of
the meeting. The agenda and related materials may be found on the County’s website at www.staffordcountyva.gov.
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board to hear 4 zoning requests: event venue, setback variance, home business, commercial vehicle parking
The Stafford County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider four applications and appeals. The board will decide on a special exception for an event venue at a farm winery, a variance for a rear yard setback, a special exception for a home business, and a special exception for commercial vehicle parking. The board will also review draft minutes from its May 26, 2026 meeting.
- Special exception for event venue at Potomac Vineyards, 275 Decatur Road (Griffis-Widewater District)
- Variance for rear yard setback at 217 Northview Dr (Falmouth District)
- Special exception for Home Business II at 4 River Ridge Lane (Hartwood District)
- Special exception for commercial vehicle parking at 381 Richland Road (Hartwood District)
- Approval of May 26, 2026 meeting minutes
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STAFFORD COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
AGENDA
GEORGE L. GORDON, JR., GOVERNMENT CENTER
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS
AUGUST 25, 2026
1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD
7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
DECLARATIONS OF DISQUALIFICATIONS
APPLICATIONS AND APPEALS
1.
SE26-02/26157284; POTOMAC VINEYARDS – A REQUEST TO CONSIDER A SPECIAL EXCEPTION PER
STAFFORD COUNTY CODE SECTION 28-35, TABLE 3.1, “DISTRICT USES & STANDARDS” WITHIN THE A-1,
AGRICULTURAL ZONING DISTRICT TO ALLOW AN EVENT VENUE WITHIN AN EXISTING AND LICENSED
FARM WINERY APPLICABLE TO TAX MAP PARCEL NO. 31-88E (PROPERTY). THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED
AT 275 DECATUR ROAD, WITHIN THE GRIFFIS-WIDEWATER ELECTION DISTRICT.
2.
V26-06/26157281; DIANE KING AND MICHAEL SCOTT – A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE FROM STAFFORD
COUNTY CODE SEC. 28-35, TABLE 3.1, “DISTRICT USES AND STANDARDS,” REGARDING REAR YARD
SETBACK REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO TAX MAP PARCEL NO. 46H-25 (PROPERTY). THE PROPERTY IS
ZONED R-1, SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL, AND IS LOCATED AT 217 NORTHVIEW DR, WITHIN THE FALMOUTH
ELECTION DISTRICT.
3.
SE26-03/26157292; DALTON GREEVER – A REQUEST TO CONSIDER A SPECIAL EXCEPTION PER
STAFFORD COUNTY CODE SECTION 28-35, TABLE 3.1, “DISTRICT USES & STANDARDS” WITHIN THE A-1,
AGRICULTURAL ZONING DISTRICT, TO ALLOW FOR A HOME BUSINESS II, APPLICABLE TO TAX MAP
PARCEL NO. 42-14-36 (PROPERTY). THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT 4 RIVER RIDGE LANE, WITHIN THE
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Social Services
Board of Social Services to review 2027 budgets and program statistics
The Stafford County Board of Social Services is meeting to approve minutes from June 22, 2026, and receive updates on foster care and benefit program statistics. They will also discuss the 2027 county and state budgets, the Special Welfare Fund, and recruitment efforts. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
- Approval of minutes from June 22, 2026
- Foster care statistics update
- Benefit programs statistics update
- 2027 county and state budgets discussion
- Special Welfare Fund update
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George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
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COUNTY OF STAFFORD
BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES
AGENDA
Monday, August 24, 2026
10:00AM
1. Approval of Minutes – June 22, 2026
2. Foster Care Statistics
3. Benefit Programs Statistics
4. 2027 Budgets – County & State
5. Special Welfare Fund Update
6. Recruitment Update
7. Next Meeting
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 19:00
Agricultural/PDR Commission
Committee to review PDR ranking criteria and easement template
The Stafford County Agricultural and Land Conservation Committee will meet to discuss the Virginia Right to Farm Act, ways to support the county agricultural fair, review PDR ranking criteria, and discuss the county's sample conservation easement template. The committee will also approve minutes from June and July meetings.
- Review of PDR ranking criteria
- Discussion of county sample deed of conservation easement template
- Virginia Right to Farm Act discussion
- Discussion of ways to support the Stafford County Agricultural Fair
- Approval of June 22 and July 27, 2026 draft minutes
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
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AGENDA
STAFFORD COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND
LAND CONSERVATION COMMITTEE
August 24, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
CONFERENCE ROOM ABC
SECOND FLOOR
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.
JUNE 22, 2026, DRAFT MINUTES
2.
JULY 27, 2026, DRAFT MINUTES
STAFF UPDATES
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3.
VIRGINIA RIGHT TO FARM ACT DISCUSSION
4.
DISCUSSION OF WAYS TO SUPPORT THE
STAFFORD COUNTY AGRICULTURAL FAIR
NEW BUSINESS
5.
REVIEW OF PDR RANKING CRITERIA
6.
DISCUSSION OF COUNTY SAMPLE DEED OF CONSERVATION EASEMENT
TEMPLATE
MEMBER REPORTS/COMMENTS
NEXT MEETING
SEPTEMBER 28, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
Fri Aug 21, 2026 · 09:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA to discuss joint meeting with BOS, loan default, and closed session
The Stafford County Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on August 21, 2026. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and the treasurer's report, but also features discussions on the Next Level Mosaic loan default, a joint meeting with the Board of Supervisors, and a closed session. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major new funding decisions on the public agenda.
- Discussion of Next Level Mosaic loan default
- Joint EDA/BOS meeting topic discussion (scheduled for 9/29 at 5pm)
- Closed session pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3711 A 5
- Treasurer's report: July financials and QuickBooks price increase
- Service recognition for Jack Rowley and Jannette Holland
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1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford
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REGULAR EDA MEETING AGENDA
August 21, 9:00 AM
A regular meeting of the Economic Development Authority (EDA) of Stafford County will be held in the
George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford, VA 22554.
1. CALL TO ORDER
a. All members, contractors and staff shall state and disclose any real or perceived conflict
of interest on any matter on the agenda.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. July 17, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
3. TREASURER’S REPORT
a. July Financials
b. QuickBooks Price Increase
4. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
a. Members of the Public Who Choose to Address the EDA
b. Stafford EDA Marketing & Events Report
i. EDA Business Appreciation Awards Logo/Badge Concept
c. Stafford County Economic Development Report
5. SECRETARY’S REPORT
6. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
7. COMMITTEE AND WORKING GROUP REPORTS
a. Loan Committee (Staff support- Liz)
i. Loan Report
ii. Next Level Mosaic Default
b. Business Resources Committee (Daryl W., Dave B., Staff support- Savannah)
c. Research Committee (Marlon W.)
d. Technology Committee (Jeff R., Frank P.)
e. Strategic Plan Committee (Jeff R., Daryl W.)
8. OLD BUSINESS
a. Bond Landing Page
9. NEW BUSINESS
a. Joint EDA/BOS Meeting Topic Discussion (scheduled for 9/29 at 5pm)
10. ATTORNEYS REPORT
11. CLOSED SESSION - Pursuant to Section 2.2- 3711 A 5 of the Code of Virginia 1950, as amended.
The EDA intends to hold a closed session to discuss matters related to § 2.2-3711 A 5.
1 …
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 14:00
Joint Schools Working Committee
Joint Schools Working Committee to discuss Medicaid, bond sales tax, legislative priorities
The Joint Schools Working Committee is meeting to discuss new business items including a Medicaid Part B presentation, a bond referendum for a 1% sales tax, and legislative priorities. The agenda includes approval of the April 30, 2026 meeting minutes. No old business is listed.
- Medicaid Part B presentation
- Bond referendum for 1% sales tax
- Legislative priorities discussion
- Approval of April 30, 2026 meeting minutes
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1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
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REGULAR AGENDA
JOINT SCHOOLS WORKING COMMITTEE
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2026
CONFERENCE ROOM ABC, 1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD, STAFFORD, VA 22554
2:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER
AUTHORIZATION FOR A COMMITTEE MEMBER TO PARTICIPATE ELECTRONICALLY (IF NEEDED)
APPROVAL OF THE MEETING AGENDA
APPROVAL OF DRAFT APRIL 30, 2026 COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
DRAFT APRIL 30, 2026 COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
NEW BUSINESS:
1. MEDICAID PART B PRESENTATION
2. BOND REFERENDUM 1% SALES TAX
3. LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES
NEXT MEETING: OCTOBER 15, 2026 (THURSDAY) AT 2:00 P.M.
ADJOURNMENT
This agenda may be amended on the day of the meeting. Participation of all citizens is encouraged. For all individuals
with special needs, please notify County Administration of any accommodations required at least 24 hours in advance of
the meeting. The agenda and related materials may be found on the County’s website at www.staffordcountyva.gov.
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
Stafford County Board of Supervisors to approve contracts, grants, and public hearings on rezoning, solar, and employee bonuses
The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda with contracts for fire station construction, opioid abatement grants, utility projects, and appointments. Public hearings include a rezoning for a commercial parcel, a solar facility conditional use permit, a zoning ordinance amendment for fences, and a potential employee bonus.
- Authorize contract with Kenbridge Construction for Fire Station construction and fund the project
- Approve rezoning of Parcel 21-49V from P-TND to B-2 for commercial use
- Consider conditional use permit for solar facility on Parcels 43-71A and 43-71B (Wyatt Lane Solar)
- Authorize employee bonus ordinances for constitutional officers, social services, and all employees
- Discuss transportation impact fees and possible BPOL tax ordinance amendment
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
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Rock Hill
REGULAR AGENDA
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
BOARD CHAMBERS, 1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD, STAFFORD, VA 22554
5:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS - INVOCATION - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATIONS
ADDITIONS - DELETIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
CAPITAL PROJECTS PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION; AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH KENBRIDGE
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC FOR CONSTRUCTION OF FIRE AND RESCUE
STATION 8 (ROCK HLL) AND TO BUDGET AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE
PROJECT
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-286
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: APPROVES CONTRACT AND BUDGETS AND
APPROPRIATES FUNDS.
2.
CAPITAL PROJECTS PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION; GRANT AN EASEMENT ON
COUNTY-OWNED TMP NO.17J-1A TO NORTHERN VIRGINIA ELECTRIC
COOPERATIVE FOR ELECTRICAL POWER FOR THE NEW FIRE AND
RESCUE STATION #8 (REBUILD PROJECT)
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-273
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: GRANTS EASEMENT.
3.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION; AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO
ACCEPT A VIRGINIA OPIOID ABATEMENT AUTHORITY COOPERATIVE
PARTNERSHIP GRANT AWARD FOR MOBILE MEDICATION ASSISTED
TREATMENT AND CRISIS STABILIZATION FOR OPIOD ABATEMENT FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2027 AND BUDGET AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-280
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: ACCEPTS, BUDGETS, AND APPROPRIATES FUNDS.
4.
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION; APPROVAL OF RAPPAHANNOCK AREA
COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD (RACSB) BIENNIAL PERFORMANCE
AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF BEHAV …
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
Wetlands Board/Coastal Primary Sand Dunes Board/Chesapeake Bay Board
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 15:30
Community Policy and Management Team
CPMT to hold closed session on foster care cases and funding requests
The Stafford County Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) will meet to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear public comments, then enter a closed session to discuss confidential medical records and foster care cases. The team will take action on several case presentations, including an emergency group home request, an out-of-state residential placement, an independent living program request, and a local-only funding request. Staff will provide a financial update. No old or new business is listed.
- Closed session under Virginia Code 2.2-3711 A (15) for medical records
- Case Presentation #1: Full approval for Emergency Group Home Request (HSO)
- Case Presentation #2: Request for Out of State Residential (Harris Hawks/DSS)
- Case Presentation #3: Request for IL Program for FC youth (Harris Hawks/DSS)
- Request for Local Only funding for FC GH placement (Ronald Lynch/DSS)
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George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
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Community Policy and Management Team Meeting Agenda
Date: August 17, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM
Location: ABC Conference Room
Agenda Item
Call to order- CPMT Chairman
1. Approval of the agenda
2. Approval of minutes from 6.15.26 Meeting
3. Public Comment Period- 3 minutes per person
Closed Session- Chairman calls for a motion: I hereby move that the Stafford CPMT convene in a closed
meeting pursuant to Virginia Code 2.2-3711 A (15) to discuss medical records excluded from 2.2-3711
pursuant to subdivision 1 of 2.2-3705.5
4. Closed Session Items:
Case Presentation #1- Full approval for Emergency Group Home Request- HSO
Case Presentation #2- Request for Out of State Residential- Harris Hawks/DSS
Case Presentation #3-Request for IL Program for FC youth-Harris Hawks/DSS
Request for Local Only funding for FC GH placement - Ronald Lynch/DSS
Supplemental Foster Care/Notification of Payments to CPMT- May/June
TFC/Group Home Placements
Certification of a closed meeting, a call for certification from all members that, to the best of their
knowledge, the CPMT discussed only matters lawfully exempted from the statutory open meeting
requirements and only public business matters identified in the motion to convene the closed meeting.
5. Action on Closed Session Items
Case Presentation #1
Case Presentation #2
Case Presentation #3
L/O Funding Request
Supplemental Foster Care/Notification of Payments to CPMT
Consent Agenda TFC/Group Home Placements …
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Stafford County Parks & Rec Commission holds routine agenda meeting
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will hold its regular meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comments, unfinished business, new business, liaison reports, the director’s report, and commission member comments. No specific contracts, ordinances, or policy changes are listed.
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✓ Decided: Commission approves fee philosophy plan for Board of Supervisors
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission approved a motion to present a proposed program pricing philosophy and tier vision plan, with updated numbers accounting for rounding, to the Board of Supervisors at their next meeting. The vote was 3-1. Other items discussed included bylaw amendments, a baseball league MOU, and a canceled fireworks event, but no other formal decisions were made.
- Approved motion to present fee philosophy and tier vision plan to Board of Supervisors (3-1)
- Unanimously approved minutes from May 18, 2026 meeting
Rowser Annex, Stafford
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MEETING AGENDA
Call to Order
Silent Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
Public Comments
Unfinished Business
New Business
Liaison Reports
Director’s Report
Commission Member Comments
Adjournment
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PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Monday, July 20, 2026
The Stafford County Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission held its regular monthly meeting Monday, July
20, 2026, at The Rowser Annex. The meeting was called to order at 7:00PM by Jay Rucker.
Silent Roll Call
Absent
Absent
Not
Members
Present
Reported
Reported
Jay Rucker
Rock Hill
Voter
X
Christopher (CW)
Reed
Hartwood
Voter
X
Stephanie DeMarco
Garrisonville
Voter
X
Jennifer Stone
Widewater
Voter
X
Katherine Schneider
G. Washington
Voter
X
Charnell Cassett
Falmouth
Voter
X
Said Hashemi
Aquia
Voter
X
Kelsey Caudill
Planning
Non-Voter
X
Susan Randall
School Board
Non-Voter
X
Patrick Workman
Director, Parks and
Rec
Non-Voter
X
Diane Taylor
Secretary
Non-Voter
X
Guest
Joe Brito
Eric Atkisson
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
•
The minutes from Monday, May 18, 2026, meeting were unanimously approved.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
•
Joe Brito – Presentation of the Canyon Ridge Golf Course and the 2009 Bond Referendum
•
Eric Atkisson – Fiends of Banks’ Ford Battlefield presentation. A retired Army Colonel and resident of
Stafford County, has been doing research around the easement at Canon Ridge with a historian and
mapping all the Civil War antebellum features out there, sharing them on a Facebook group “Friends
of Banks Corp Battlefield”. Believing this intersects with …
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 19:00
Utilities Commission
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 15:00
Historical Commission
Historical Commission to discuss cemetery ordinance review and data center application
The Stafford County Historical Commission will meet to receive updates on the Potomac Creek Data Center application and the Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update. The body will also discuss the 10-year review of the Cemetery Ordinance and hold a work session on the Bloomington Interpretive Plan.
- Potomac Creek Data Center Application update
- Cemetery Ordinance 10-Year Review discussion
- Bloomington Interpretive Plan work session
- Slave Dwelling Project update
- New Interpretive Sign for Government Island status update
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George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
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STAFFORD COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSION
AGENDA
GEORGE L. GORDON, JR., GOVERNMENT CENTER
ABC CONFERENCE ROOM
1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD August 6. 2026
3:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Anita Dodd (Chair) Jane Conner Martha Newton
(Secretary)
Aaron Mastin
Robert Orrison (Vice
Chair)
Emma Dietrich Callie Knight
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR AGENDA
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
NEW BUSINESS
1. Potomac Creek Data Center Application Update
2. Discuss Proffer Recommendation Process
3. Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update Status (Staff)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. New Interpretive Sign for Government Island Status Update (Staff)
2. Slave Dwelling Project Update (Staff)
3. Cemetery Ordinance Update Discussion - 10 Year Review
ADDITIONAL PRESENTATIONS BY THE PUBLIC
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
CEMETERY COMMITTEE REPORT
REPORTS BY COMMISSION MEMBERS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
July 15, 2026 Meeting
BLOOMINGTON INTERPRETIVE PLAN WORK SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission Meetings
Planning Commission subcommittee reviews draft comprehensive plan updates
The Stafford County Planning Commission's Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss draft revisions to the comprehensive plan, including updates since the July 16 meeting and a review of chapters and outstanding comments. They will also discuss the project timeline. This is a working session focused on the ongoing plan update process.
- Discuss draft revisions to the comprehensive plan
- Review chapters and outstanding comments
- Updates since July 16 meeting
- Project timeline discussion
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STAFFORD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 5-YEAR UPDATE SUB-COMMITTEE
AGENDA
AUGUST 6, 2026
5:30 P.M.
ABC CONFERENCE ROOM – GEORGE L. GORDON, JR. GOVERNMENT CENTER
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554
Attachments will be posted prior to the meeting - visit www.staffordcountyva.gov/compplanupdate
and select “Documents and Resources”.
1) CALL TO ORDER
2) ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3) DISCUSS DRAFT REVISIONS TO DATE
o Updates since July 16 meeting
o Review chapters / outstanding comments
4) OTHER ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
o Project Timeline
5) NEXT MEETING DATE
6) ADJOURNMENT
Committee Members: Kelsey Caudill (Chair), Willie Shelton, Maureen Siegmund, Carlos Bratton
(alternate)
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
Architectural Review Board
Stafford County ARB to review updates on farm recommendations and county code
The Architectural Review Board will receive staff updates on HROD recommendations for Sherwood Forest Farm and Little Falls Farm/Duff Green. The board will also discuss the status of proposed updates to the Stafford County Code of Ordinances.
- HROD Recommendation for Sherwood Forest Farm staff update
- HROD Recommendation for Little Falls Farm/Duff Green staff update
- Funding request for County-Wide Cultural Resource Survey
- Proposed updates to Stafford County Code of Ordinances
- Staff update on Potomac Creek Data Center and Cemetery(s)
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George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
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STAFFORD COUNTY ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
AGENDA
GEORGE L. GORDON, JR., GOVERNMENT CENTER
ABC CONFERENCE ROOM August 3, 2026
1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Mark Ethridge
(Vice Chairperson)
Doris
McAdams
Linda Burdette
(Chairperson)
Kim Taylor-
Wilson
Billy Shelton
(Secretary)
Aaron
Mastin
VOTE TO ACCEPT/AMEND AGENDA
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
NEW BUSINESS
1. HROD Recommendation for Sherwood Forest Farm - Staff Update
2. HROD Recommendation for Little Falls Farm/Duff Green - Staff Update
3. Request for Funding for County-Wide Cultural Resource Survey – Staff Update
4. Status of ARB Proposed updates to Stafford County Code of Ordinances
OLD BUSINESS
1. Staff Update on Potomac Creek Data Center and Cemetery(s)
5. Review DRAFT letter introducing HROD to property owners for future use
REPORTS BY ARB MEMBERS
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
May 4, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 19:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 10:00
Board of Social Services
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00
Agricultural/PDR Commission
Agricultural and Land Conservation Committee reviews PDR ranking and easement templates
The committee is holding a working group meeting to review the Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) ranking criteria and a sample deed of conservation easement template. Members will also continue discussions regarding the Comprehensive Plan review.
- Review of PDR Ranking Criteria
- Discussion of County Sample Deed of Conservation Easement Template
- Comprehensive Plan review and comments
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✓ Decided: Committee tables PDR ranking criteria review to next meeting
The Stafford County Agricultural and Land Conservation Committee met on July 27, 2026, and approved the agenda and moved approval of June minutes to the next meeting. They discussed potential changes to the PDR ranking criteria, including adding points for donated easements, public access, and socially disadvantaged groups, but tabled the discussion to the next meeting. They also tabled a discussion on the county's sample deed of conservation easement template. No final decisions were made on these substantive items.
- Approved agenda as is (6-0)
- Moved approval of June 22, 2026 minutes to next meeting (6-0)
- Tabled PDR ranking criteria discussion to next meeting (5-0)
- Tabled discussion of County Sample Deed of Conservation Easement Template (5-0)
- Added item to next agenda to discuss support for Stafford County Agricultural Fair (5-0)
- Added item to next agenda to discuss Virginia's Right to Farm Act (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:36 pm (5-0)
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
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AGENDA
STAFFORD COUNTY AGRICULTURAL AND
LAND CONSERVATION COMMITTEE
CONFERENCE ROOM ABC
SECOND FLOOR
July 27, 2026
Working Group Meeting
7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Michael Bradshaw Chad Young Jeff Adams
Jesse Adams Gordon Shelton Evie Council
Eric Lint
1. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS, APPROVAL OF AGENDA
2. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- June 22nd, 2026
4. STAFF UPDATE
5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Review Roberts Rules of Order
b. Review of PDR Ranking Criteria
c. Discussion of County Sample Deed of Conservation Easement Template
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Working Group Discussion -Comp Plan review and comments con’t
7. MEMBER REPORTS-COMMENTS
8. NEXT MEETING
August 24th, 2026
9. ADJOURNMENT
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AGRICULTURAL AND LAND CONSERVATION
COMMITTEE MINUTES
July 27, 2026
The meeting of the Stafford County Ag/LC Committee for Monday, July 27, 2026 was called to order at
7:01 pm in the ABC Conference Room in the George L. Gordon Government Center by Jesse Adams.
Members
Present
Absent
Chad Young
X
Jeff Adams
X
Jesse Adams
X
Michael Bradshaw
X
Evangeline (Evie) Council
X
Eric Lint
X
Gordon Shelton
X
Staff Present: Jennifer Himmelstein and Crissy Kendall
Guests:
1. CALL TO ORDER
Jesse Adams called the meeting to order at 7:00pm and confirmed there was a quorum present.
2. ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR AGENDA
Jeff Adams made a motion to approve the agenda as is. Chad Young seconded the motion. Motion
approved, 6/0.
3. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
None
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
June 22, 2026
The draft minutes were not included in the email to the members. Chad Young made a motion to
move the approval of the June 22, 2026 minutes to the next meeting to give members time to review
the minutes. Evie Council seconded the motion. Motion passed, 6/0.
5. STAFF UPDATES
Dr. Himmelstein submitted the comments provided by the Board and citizens regarding land
conservation into the Comprehensive Plan. Some notable suggestions were an overlay that focused
on environmental resilience and immediate feedback if a CUP or rezone was proposed for a
development which could harm factors like threatened or endangered species or have an impact on
our major wat …
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
Wetlands Board/Coastal Primary Sand Dunes Board/Chesapeake Bay Board
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 19:00
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Stafford County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.
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✓ Decided: Commission approved bylaw updates, lowering quorum to three members
The meeting unanimously approved the minutes from April 20, 2026. The commission accepted a bylaw amendment lowering the quorum requirement from four members to three. It also approved changing the title from “Chairman” to the gender‑neutral “Chair.” A motion to adopt all updated bylaws except Article 3.1, which keeps the Planning Commission seat, passed with four votes and one abstention.
- Approved April 20, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Lowered quorum requirement from four to three members (accepted)
- Changed title from “Chairman” to “Chair” (approved)
- Adopted all bylaw updates except Article 3.1, keeping Planning Commission seat (4‑0‑1)
- Supported painting a community mural on Curtis Park Pool House (no vote recorded)
Rowser Annex, Stafford
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MEETING AGENDA
Call to Order
Silent Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
Public Comments
Unfinished Business
New Business
Liaison Reports
Director’s Report
Commission Member Comments
Adjournment
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PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Monday, May 18, 2026
The Stafford County Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission held its regular monthly meeting Monday,
May 18, 2026, at The Rowser Annex. The meeting was called to order at 7:00PM by Jay Rucker.
Silent Roll Call
Absent
Absent
Not
Members Present Reported Reported
Jay Rucker Rock Hill Voter X
Christopher (CW) Reed Hartwood Voter X
Stephanie DeMarco Garrisonville Voter X
Jennifer Stone Widewater Voter X
Katherine Schneider G. Washington Voter X
Charnell Cassett Falmouth Voter X
Susan Randall School Board Non-Voter X
Patrick Workman Director, Parks and Rec Non-Voter X
Diane Taylor Secretary Non-Voter X
Guest
Gregory Gavan
Joe Brito
Austin Hochstetler
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• The minutes from Monday, April 20, 2026, meeting were unanimously approved.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
• Gregory Gavan – Curtis Park Pool House Exterior
Issue: Mr. Gavan (242 Stony Hill Road) raised concerns regarding the deconstruction of the original
1976 vintage earth-tone wood siding at the Curtis Park Pool House, marking its 50th anniversary.
Details: The dark wood panels were replaced by painted cinder blocks by the maintenance crew due to
reported rotting. Mr. Gavan argued the new look is visually incoherent and resembles "base housing,"
requesting that the original architectural vision be restored.
Commission Response: Commission members reviewed photos. Stephanie DeMarco noted that the
pa …
Fri Jul 17, 2026 · 09:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA will review bond fee comparison chart and draft bond application
The Stafford County Economic Development Authority will discuss several new‑business items, including a bond fee comparison chart and a draft bond application, an engagement letter for an audit, and a marketing & events contract. The board will also elect officers for Chairman, Vice Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. A closed session is scheduled to consider matters under Virginia Code § 2.2‑3711 A5 and A6.
- Bond fee comparison chart & draft bond application
- PB Mares engagement letter for audit
- Marketing & events contract
- Election of officers: Chairman, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary
- Closed session on § 2.2‑3711 A5 and A6
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✓ Decided: EDA denies Freedom Christian Academy grant, elects new officers
The Stafford County EDA denied Freedom Christian Academy's $150,000 Community-Based Organization grant application, with one member recused. The board also elected new officers, including Marlon Wilson as Chair and Daryl Weedeman as Vice Chair, and approved contracts for audit services and marketing.
- Denied Freedom Christian Academy $150K grant (6-0, Roosa recused)
- Elected Marlon Wilson as Chair (7-0)
- Elected Daryl Weedeman as Vice Chair (4-3)
- Elected Dave Burton as Treasurer (7-0)
- Elected Frank Porcelli as Secretary (7-0)
- Approved PB Mares audit contract (7-0)
- Approved marketing contract with Linzy Browne subject to legal review (7-0)
- Approved June 12 minutes and Treasurer's report (6-0)
1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford
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REGULAR EDA MEETING AGENDA
July 17, 9:00 AM
A regular meeting of the Economic Development Authority (EDA) of Stafford County will be held in the
George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford, VA 22554.
1. CALL TO ORDER
a. All members, contractors and staff shall state and disclose any real or perceived conflict
of interest on any matter on the agenda.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. June 12, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes
3. TREASURER’S REPORT
a. July Financials
4. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
a. Members of the Public Who Choose to Address the EDA
b. Check Presentation for Cyber Bytes Foundation
c. Stafford EDA Marketing & Events Report
d. Stafford County Economic Development Report
5. SECRETARY’S REPORT
6. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
7. COMMITTEE AND WORKING GROUP REPORTS
a. Loan Committee (Jack R., Janette H. Staff support- Liz)
i. Loan Report
ii. Next Level Mosaic Default
b. Business Resources Committee (Daryl W., Dave B., Staff support- Savannah)
i. Community-Based Organization (CBO) Grant Application:
1. Freedom Christian Academy
c. Research Committee (Marlon W., Jack R.)
d. Technology Committee (Jeff R., Frank P.)
e. Strategic Plan Committee (Jeff R., Daryl W.)
8. OLD BUSINESS
9. NEW BUSINESS
a. Bond Fee Comparison Chart & Draft Bond Application
b. PB Mares Engagement Letter for Audit
c. Marketing & Events Contract
d. Election of Officers
i. Chairman
ii. Vice Chair
iii. Treasurer
iv. Secretary
10. ATTORNEYS R …
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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
The regular meeting of the Economic Development Authority (EDA), of Stafford County, Virginia,
was held at the George L. Gordon Jr. Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford VA 22554
on Friday, July 17, 2026.
1. CALL TO ORDER
a. Mr. Rowley, Chair, called the meeting to order at 9:04 AM, emphasizing the necessity for
all members and staff to declare any conflicts of interest with the agenda items. Mr.
Roosa declared his conflict with Item 7b., Freedom Christian Academy’s Community-
Based Organization Grant Application. No other conflicts were declared.
A quorum was present and accounted for.
Members
Jack Rowley, Chair
Marlon Wilson, Vice Chair
Jeff Roosa, Secretary
Dave Burton, Treasurer [arrived 9:47AM, virtual]
Frank Porcelli
Daryl Weedeman [virtual]
Janette Holland [virtual]
ED/EDA Staff Present
Liz Barber
Linzy Browne [virtual]
Jonathan Lindsley
Savannah Wimbush
Lauren Micklish
Shelley Kasten [virtual]
Logan Brunette, Esq.
Also Present
Angel Mora (Freedom Christian Academy)
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. June 12, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes: Mr. Rowley asked if anyone had any changes,
additions or corrections to the June 12, 2026, minutes. There were no changes
presented. Mr. Roosa made a motion to approve the minutes. Mr. Wilson seconded. The
motion passed unanimously. APPROVED 6-0
3. TREASURERS REPORT
a. June Financials: Ms. Kasten reviewed the summary of the EDA’s accounts. She reporte …
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission Meetings
Planning Commission sub-committee to discuss Comprehensive Plan update
The Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss draft revisions to several chapters of the plan. The session includes reviews of policies, appendices, and land use recommendations.
- Draft revisions to Chapter 4 led by Transportation Planning and Funding Manager Matthew Lehane
- Future land use recommendations for Chatham & Berea TDA
- Discussion on revitalization in Chapter 3
- Review of Chapter 2 policies
- Project timeline discussion
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STAFFORD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 5-YEAR UPDATE SUB-COMMITTEE
AGENDA
JULY 16, 2026
5:30 P.M.
ABC CONFERENCE ROOM – GEORGE L. GORDON, JR. GOVERNMENT CENTER
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554
Attachments will be posted prior to the meeting - visit www.staffordcountyva.gov/compplanupdate
and select “Documents and Resources”.
1) CALL TO ORDER
2) ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3) DISCUSS DRAFT REVISIONS TO DATE
o Chapter 4 – Discussion led by Matthew Lehane. Transportation Planning and Funding Manager
o Chapter 3
➢ Chatham & Berea TDA
➢ Finalize future land use recommendations
➢ Revitalization
o Chapter 2 – Policies
o Appendix
4) OTHER ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
o Correspondence
o Project Timeline
5) NEXT MEETING DATE
6) ADJOURNMENT
Committee Members: Kelsey Caudill (Chair), Willie Shelton, Maureen Siegmund, Carlos Bratton
(alternate)
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 15:00
Historical Commission
Historical Commission discusses the Potomac Creek Data Center application
The Stafford County Historical Commission will discuss the Potomac Creek Data Center application, which was previously addressed at the Board of Supervisors meeting on July 7, 2026. The agenda also includes routine items such as public presentations, reports from the chairman, cemetery committee, and commission members, and standard agenda approvals. No specific decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- Potomac Creek Data Center application – discussion (referencing July 7, 2026 Board of Supervisors meeting)
- Public presentations – opportunity for community input
- Chairman's report
- Cemetery Committee report
- Reports by commission members
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✓ Decided: Commission authorizes letter to Board on Potomac Creek data center
The Stafford County Historical Commission held a special meeting to address misinformation and missing information from the July 7, 2026, Board of Supervisors meeting regarding the Potomac Creek Data Center application. The Commission voted unanimously to authorize Chair Anita Dodd to finalize and submit a letter summarizing cultural resource processes and recommendations to the Board. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on discussion and public comments.
- Authorized Chair Dodd to finalize and submit letter on cultural resource processes (unanimous)
- Discussed Potomac Creek Data Center application and July 7 Board meeting
- No other formal actions taken
1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford
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STAFFORD COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSION
-SPECIAL MEETING-
AGENDA
GEORGE L. GORDON, JR., GOVERNMENT CENTER
ACTIVITIES ROOM July 15, 2026
1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD 3:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Anita Dodd (Chair) Jane Conner Martha Newton
(Secretary)
Aaron Mastin
Robert Orrison (Vice
Chair)
Emma Dietrich Callie Knight
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR AGENDA
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
NEW BUSINESS
1. Potomac Creek Data Center Application: Discussion of July 7, 2026 Board of Supervisors Meeting
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ADDITIONAL PRESENTATIONS BY THE PUBLIC
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
CEMETERY COMMITTEE REPORT
REPORTS BY COMMISSION MEMBERS
ADJOURNMENT
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STAFFORD COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSION SPECIAL BOARD MINUTES.
July 15, 2026
The meeting of the Stafford County Historical Commission Board of Wednesday July 15, 2026, was called
to order at 3:0 0 PM by Ms. Anita Dodd, in the Activity Room of the George L. Gordon, Jr., Government
Center.
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 3pm by Anita Dodd.
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Members Present: Anita Dodd, Emma Dietrich, Robert Orrison, Jane Conner, Aaron Mastin, Callie Knight
Members Absent: Martha Newton.
Staff Present: Nancy Kotting, Brian Geouge, Harriet Donkoh.
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND APPROV AL OF THE REGULAR AGENDA
None
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Ms. Alison Azzara of George Washington District stated that she has attended three recent meetings related
to the Potomac Creek Data Center proposal, including two Planning Commission meetings and the Board
of Supervisors meeting. She expressed her shock and concern that Ms. Kotting was not present at the Board
meeting and noted that she was not given a clear reason for the absence. She commended Ms. Kotting’s
detailed and informative presentations at the Planning Commission meetings, citing her thorough
explanation of policies, legal requirements, historical context, and preservation expectations. She stated that
the developer appeared not to have completed required actions between the first and second Planning
Commission meetings. Ms. Azzara said that she expected Ms. Kotting to make a pres …
Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 19:00
Telecommunications Commission
Telecommunications Commission to discuss Comcast franchise agreement
The Telecommunications Commission will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. Chief Information Officer Andrew Spence will lead a discussion regarding negotiations for the Comcast franchise agreement.
- Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
- Discussion of Comcast franchise agreement negotiations
telecommunicationscomcastfranchise-agreementstafford-county
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
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Telecommunications Commission Meeting Agenda
July 9, 2026 – 7:00 p.m. – Conf. Room ABC
1. Call to Order – 7:01 p.m. – Shannon Eubanks
2. Roll Call – Shannon Eubanks – Commission Members: Kelly Carder, Earl Cornish, Steve Herman,
Chad Perry, P.J. Regan, Metria Singleton
3. Chairman and Vice Chairman Nomination and Elections – Shannon Eubanks and Chairman
4. Presentations by the Public
5. Approval of minutes from previous Commission meeting
6. Agenda additions/adjustments
7.
Old Business –
• Stafford County Chief Information Officer Andrew Spence will discuss the Comcast
franchise agreement negotiations.
8. New Business
8. Discussion items
9. Adjournment
Next Meeting: October 8, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m. in Conf. Room ABC
**Last meeting was in October 2025. There was no quorum for January or April.
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Meetings
Planning Commission to consider new fire station and drive-through rules
The Planning Commission will review the comprehensive plan compliance and zoning reclassification for Fire and Rescue Station #9. The body will also consider amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding drive-through facilities. Several items related to the Accokeek Center have been deferred.
- Comprehensive plan compliance review for Fire and Rescue Station #9 on tax map parcel 21-49V
- Zoning reclassification from P-TND to B-2 for Fire and Rescue Station #9 on tax map parcel 21-49V
- Proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance Sec. 28-25 and Sec. 28-102 regarding drive-through facilities
- Deferred items for Accokeek Center including comprehensive plan amendments and heavy industrial zoning
- New TRC submission for a 3.83-acre lumber storage facility south of Sanford Dr
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George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
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STAFFORD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
AGENDA
GEORGE L. GORDON, JR., GOVERNMENT CENTER
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS July 8, 2026
1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
DECLARATIONS OF DISQUALIFICATIONS
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. PLANNING AND ZONING; CONSIDER A REQUEST TO REVIEW COMPLIANCE
WITH THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, IN ACCORDANCE WITH VIRGINIA
CODE § 15.2-2232, FOR PLACEMENT OF A PROPOSED PUBLIC FACILITY,
CONSISTING OF A NEW FIRE AND RESCUE STATION ON TAX MAP PARCEL
NO. 21-49V (PROJECT KNOWN AS COM26157070; STAFFORD COUNTY
FIRE AND RESCUE STATION #9)
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION PCR26-37 (APPROVAL)
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION PCR26-38 (DENIAL)
(TIME LIMIT: SEPTEMBER 6, 2026)
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: APPROVES COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
COMPLIANCE REVIEW.
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2. PLANNING AND ZONING; CONSIDER A PROPOSED ZONING
RECLASSIFICATION FROM THE P-TND, PLANNED TRADITIONAL
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT ZONING DISTRICT TO THE B-2, URBAN
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT, ON TAX MAP PARCEL NO. 21-49V
(PROJECT KNOWN AS RC26157071; STAFFORD COUNTY FIRE AND
RESCUE STATION #9)
PROPOSED ORDINANCE O26-29 (APPROVAL)
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-248 (DENIAL)
(TIME LIMIT: OCTOBER 16, 2026)
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ZONING
RECLASSIFICATION.
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3. PLANNING AND ZONING; CONSIDER AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE, STAFFORD COUNTY CODE SEC. 28-25, "DEFINITIONS …
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STAFFORD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
July 8, 2026
The meeting of the Stafford County Planning Commission of Wednesday, July 8, 2026, was called to
order at 6:00 PM by Vice Chairman Kelsey Caudill in the Board of Supervisors Chambers of the George
L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Carlos Bratton, Kelsey Caudill, Neil Hamblin, Marcus Oats, Willie
Shelton, Jr., Maureen Siegmund
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Kristen Barnes
STAFF PRESENT:
Mike Zuraf, Lauren Lucian, Brian Geouge, Crissy Kendall
CALL TO ORDER:
Ms. Caudill called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
INVOCATION:
Mr. Shelton led the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mr. Bratton led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM:
Mr. Bratton called the roll, with five members present, and determined there was a quorum. Ms.
Siegmund arrived at 6:04 making six members present for the meeting.
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS:
Ms. Caudill opened the public presentation portion of the meeting. There were no speakers. Mike Zuraf
requested the Board recognize Brian Geouge for the staff presentation. He also requested items 1 and 2
be presented together.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.
COM26157070; Comprehensive Plan Compliance Review – Stafford County Fire and Rescue
Station #9 – A request to review compliance with the Comprehensive Plan, in accordance with
Virginia Code Section 15.2-2232, for placement of a proposed public building or public structur …
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers referendum for local retail sales tax to fund school construction
The Board of Supervisors will discuss initiating a referendum for a local general retail sales tax of up to 1% for school construction and renovations. The meeting also includes several public hearings on zoning and comprehensive plan amendments, as well as various transportation and utility contracts.
- Proposed referendum for a local general retail sales tax of up to 1% for school construction or renovations
- Zoning reclassification from A-1 Agricultural to M-2 Heavy Industrial for the Potomac Creek Campus (Tax Map Parcel No. 38-126)
- Comprehensive Plan amendment regarding the siting of high-voltage electric transmission lines
- Contract with BKV Group DC, PLLC for the design of a new courthouse building
- Grant agreement with U.S. Department of Transportation for a Safe Streets 4 All grant
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✓ Decided: Board approves $9M school funding, defers employee bonuses
The Board approved a $9M state funding appropriation for schools after a failed attempt to return $2.4M to the County. It deferred a 2% bonus for constitutional officers and social services employees to August. The Board also approved a sales tax referendum for school construction and deferred the Potomac Creek data center project for further study.
- Approved $9M school operating fund appropriation (6-1)
- Deferred employee bonus ordinances to Aug. 18 (6-1, 7-0)
- Approved sales tax referendum for school construction (5-2)
- Deferred Potomac Creek data center project for cultural study (4-3)
- Approved Courthouse West sign plan (7-0)
- Approved transmission line plan amendments (7-0)
- Approved courthouse design contract (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda minus items 8, 20, 26 (7-0)
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford
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REGULAR AGENDA
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026
BOARD CHAMBERS, 1300 COURTHOUSE ROAD, STAFFORD, VA 22554
5:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS - INVOCATION - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ADDITIONS - DELETIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR AGENDA
BUDGET AND MANAGEMENT; BUDGET AND APPROPRIATE STATE
FUNDING FOR SCHOOL OPERATING FUND
PROPOSED RESOLUTION: R26-260
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: BUDGET AND APPROPRIATES STATE
FUNDS.
CONSENT AGENDA
1. CAPITAL PROJECTS TRANSPORTATION; ENDORSE AND AUTHORIZE THE
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO SUBMIT FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2028
APPLICATIONS TO VIRGINIA'S ROUND 7 SMART SCALE FUNDING
PROGRAM
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-231
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: APPROVES APPLICATIONS.
2. CAPITAL PROJECTS TRANSPORTATION; APPROVE A GRANT AGREEMENT
WITH U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (USDOT) FOR A SAFE
STREETS 4 ALL GRANT, BUDGET AND APPROPRIATE FUNDING, AND
APPROVE SUBSEQUENT TASK ORDERS
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-232 (GRANT AGREEMENT)
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-233 (TASK ORDER FOR SAFETY ACTION PLAN)
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R26-234 (TASK ORDER FOR BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN PLAN)
BACKGROUND SUMMARY: APPROVES GRANT AGREEMENT AND TASK ORDERS.
3. CAPITAL PROJECTS TRANSPORTATION; AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE A TASK ORDER WITH WALLACE
MONTGOMERY & ASSOCIATES, LLP, FOR DESIGN, RIGHT-OF-WAY
ACQUISITION, AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR THE MINE ROAD AND
GREENSPRING DRIVE PROJECT
PROPOSED RESOLUTION R2 …
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
STAFFORD COUNTY, VIRGINIA,
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 7, 2026
CALL TO ORDER – A regular meeting of the Stafford County Board of Supervisors was called
to order by Deuntay Diggs, Chairman, at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 in the Board
Chambers, George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford VA.
ROLL CALL – The following members were present: Deuntay Diggs, Chairman; Maya P. Guy,
Vice Chairwoman; Tinesha O. Allen; Pamela Yeung; Darrell E. English; Crystal Vanuch; Kecia
S. Evans.
Also in attendance were Bill Ashton, County Administrator; Rysheda McClendon, County
Attorney; Sukhi Purewal, Deputy Clerk; various staff members; and other interested parties.
INVOCATION
Ms. Vanuch led the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mr. English led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
CHAIR REMARKS
Mr. Diggs said that he hoped everyone had a wonderful Fourth of July celebrating the nation's
250th birthday. He said that unfortunately, the weather was not cooperative and Fourth of July
event was canceled. He said that they canceled to ensure the safety of their visitors as well as their
staff. He said that staff was there ready to hold the event despite the extreme heat advisory, but the
thunder and lightning made the conditions too unsafe.
Mr. Diggs said that they looked forward to getting back on track next year, and they appreciated
the community support. He said that he wan …
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00
Architectural Review Board
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Thu Jul 2, 2026 · 15:00
Historical Commission
George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, Stafford
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 17:30
Planning Commission Meetings
Planning Commission sub-committee to discuss Comprehensive Plan updates
The Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update Sub-Committee will meet to discuss community outreach and public input. The group will review draft revisions to Chapter 7 and the Chatham TDA Chapter 3 draft. Discussions will also cover 20-year growth projections and the project timeline.
- Review of Chapter 7 draft revisions
- Review of Chatham TDA Chapter 3 draft
- Discussion of 20-year growth projections
- Evaluation of community meeting input
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STAFFORD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 5-YEAR UPDATE SUB-COMMITTEE
AGENDA
JUNE 25, 2026
5:30 P.M.
ABC CONFERENCE ROOM – GEORGE L. GORDON, JR. GOVERNMENT CENTER
1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554
Attachments will be posted prior to the meeting - visit www.staffordcountyva.gov/compplanupdate
and select “Documents and Resources”.
1) CALL TO ORDER
2) ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS AND DETERMINATION OF QUORUM
3) DISCUSS OUTREACH EFFORTS
o Community meetings
o Summarizing public input / evaluating revisions
4) DISCUSS DRAFT REVISIONS TO DATE
o Chapter 7
o Chatham TDA – Chapter 3 draft
5) OTHER ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
o Capacity / 20-year growth projections
o Comp Plan Appendices – next steps
o Project Timeline
6) NEXT MEETING DATE
7) ADJOURNMENT
Committee Members: Kelsey Caudill (Chair), Willie Shelton, Maureen Siegmund, Carlos Bratton
(alternate)
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 152 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
🌐 County-level context (Stafford County)
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Net migration+1,391 people (-$14.1M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)5 ({"Snowstorm": 5, "Hurricane": 5, "Severe Storm": 3, "Flood": · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities10 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments2,570 (35,383 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,314/mo (618 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy13.8% (low numeracy 21% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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450
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$711.1M
Spending$728.5M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$532.9M
Debt-to-revenue0.75×
Debt-load index76 / 100
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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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