Stafford County public meetings in 2021

Board of Zoning Appeals

The General Assembly Delegation is meeting to hear legislator comments and discuss priority initiatives for the 2022 General Assembly.

• Discussion of Stafford's 2022 priority General Assembly initiatives

Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee will meet to discuss the FY2021 financial report and audit. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Overview of FY2021 financial report and audit

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss establishing a stormwater management fund and grant program. They are also considering ordinances to increase authority for removing vehicles from county property and to amend Lake Carroll Service District boundaries.

• Proposed ordinance to establish a Stormwater Management Fund and Neighborhood Stormwater Infrastructure Grant Program
• Proposed ordinance to provide additional authority to remove vehicles from county-owned property
• Proposed ordinance to amend Lake Carroll Service District boundaries
• Contract with WGK Construction LLC for equipment at Lake Mooney Water Treatment Facility
• Contract with TMG Construction Corporation for caustic tank replacement at Smith Lake Water Treatment Facility

The Board approved Resolution R21-390, appropriating $1,130,839 in ARPA funds for Sheriff's body cameras, message boards, camera trailers, a fueling station, a citizen request system, and two new grant staff positions, while removing a $354,500 economic development item for later consideration. The Board also approved the consent agenda minus items 5, 9, and 15, and separately approved the Leeland Road alternative design resolution (R21-435) and the Smith Lake caustic tank replacement (R21-440).

• Approved $1,130,839 ARPA appropriation for body cameras, equipment, and staff (6-0-1 abstention)
• Approved Leeland Road pedestrian/bicycle alternative design (7-0)
• Approved $495,456 caustic tank replacement at Smith Lake (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda minus items 5, 9, 15 (7-0)
• Approved $2,075,000 Lake Mooney centrifuge contract (consent)
• Approved $13,500 settlement in Sprouse v. Martinski (consent)
• Approved $90,000 tax incentive for Virginia Oncology (consent)
• Approved $36,152 tech zone grant for UVision (consent)

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee is meeting to review a transportation project and a rehabilitation timeline. The body will discuss a VDOT project and a potential time extension for a historic site.

• VDOT Leeland Road project in Falmouth
• Time extension for rehabilitation of the Historic Counting House

Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee is meeting to discuss changes to the county's retirement policy.

• Discussion of changes to the county's retirement policy

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss updates to the 2016-2036 Comprehensive Plan and a proposed local tax on cigarette sales. The body will also consider several zoning requests, contract amendments for infrastructure projects, and public hearings on transportation and utility codes.

• Proposed ordinance to establish and levy a local tax on the sale of cigarettes (O21-19)
• Proposed amendments to the 2016-2036 Comprehensive Plan and new Future Land Use Map (R21-367)
• Zoning reclassification and conditional use permit for Banks Ford Self Storage (O21-39, R21-303)
• Request to restrict through truck traffic on Austin Ridge Drive (SR-1468) (R21-351)
• Condemnation and quick-take powers for Route 1 and Telegraph Road/Woodstock Lane safety project (R21-383)

The Board of Supervisors approved a 30-cent per pack cigarette tax and joined the Northern Virginia Cigarette Tax Board, with an estimated annual cost of $74,000 and projected revenue of $1 million. The Board also approved a consent agenda including contracts for engineering, a space needs study, and a sprinkler system replacement, and deferred a resolution on ARPA funds and new grant positions until December.

• Approved cigarette tax ordinance and NVCTB membership (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 21 items (6-0)
• Deferred ARPA grant funds and new positions to December (6-0)
• Authorized public hearing for stormwater grant program (6-0)
• Approved $75,000 workforce housing grant from Jarrell Properties
• Approved $291,923 sprinkler system replacement at Government Center
• Approved $1.25M SCADA system upgrade with E-Merge Systems
• Approved $800,000 for wastewater plant pumps

Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee will review a report on ARPA funds regarding Rappahannock United Way. Members will also discuss proposed changes to the county's military leave and retirement policies.

• Report on ARPA funds - Rappahannock United Way
• Proposed changes to military leave policy
• Proposed changes to retirement policy

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the 2022 General Assembly legislative program and a first quarter budget review. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning changes for industrial and commercial projects and an amendment to the 2016-2036 Comprehensive Plan.

• Proposed zoning reclassification for Project Ivy to allow a storage warehouse (Tax Map Parcel 37-80)
• Proposed zoning reclassification and conditional use permit for Banks Ford Self Storage
• Proposed zoning reclassification and conditional use permit for Berea Market, Take 5
• Budgeting and appropriation of funds for a fireboat and a public health vehicle
• Proposed ordinance to award bonuses for sworn officers and eligible county employees

The Board deferred a resolution to cancel the Belmont-Ferry Farm Trail Phase 6 project, allowing staff to rework language, and approved $1.64 million for 15 new school buses. It also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, and adopted a policy on legal counsel representation, including reimbursing legal fees for former officials.

• Deferred Belmont-Ferry Farm Trail cancellation resolution (7-0)
• Approved $1,644,971 for 15 school buses (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda with 22 items (7-0)
• Adopted legal counsel representation policy (7-0)
• Reimbursed $10,119.75 to former board member Wendy Maurer (7-0)
• Reimbursed $3,734.50 to former BACC member Gail Clark (7-0)
• Reimbursed $6,095.02 to BACC member Kristen Barnes (5-2)
• Authorized closed meeting for legal counsel consultation (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Redistricting Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Virginia Redistricting Commission and a demonstration of redistricting software. Members will discuss census block and precinct composition as well as criteria for future precinct names.

• Virginia Redistricting Commission update
• Redistricting software demonstration
• Review of census block, election district, and precinct composition
• Discussion of future precinct name criteria

Board of Supervisors

The School Board and Board of Supervisors are meeting as a joint committee to receive updates on administrative and infrastructure projects. The session includes reviews of health insurance procurement and school construction timelines.

• RFP process for health insurance
• H.S. #6 timeline
• Review of current proffers by neighborhood and category
• Walking zone areas policy and zoning requirements
• Review of school 3R projects and fleet service expansion

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is deciding on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding strategy and appropriations for the Sheriff's Office and Economic Development. Members are also considering a zoning reclassification for the Mainline project to allow for apartments, townhomes, and commercial space.

• Zoning reclassification of 44.55 acres for up to 260 apartments, 114 townhomes, and 4,776 sq ft of commercial space (Mainline project)
• Appropriation of funds for design and engineering services for High School #6
• Acceptance of a 1.8-acre property donation adjacent to Smith Lake Park
• Proposed restricted parking area amendments for Briarwood Estates subdivision
• Task order with Sagres Construction Corporation for Wayne Street Water Connector Improvement Project

The Board approved the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding strategy, allocating the remaining first-tranche funds to various priorities, and appropriated $6,956,000 for design and engineering of High School #6. It also approved a resolution requesting the School Board to provide a report on pupil transportation issues by December 31, 2021, and authorized participation in opioid-related settlements. The Mainline zoning reclassification was deferred to February 2022 at the applicant's request.

• Approved ARPA funding strategy (R21-353) allocating remaining funds to public safety, economic development, and other priorities.
• Appropriated $6,956,000 for High School #6 design and engineering (R21-358).
• Approved resolution (R21-325) requesting School Board report on transportation issues by Dec 31, 2021.
• Authorized participation in opioid settlements (R21-379) with McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, and Janssen.
• Approved $41,616 in ARPA funds for Sheriff's Office iPads (R21-352).
• Approved $196,938 for General District Court Clerk's office improvements (R21-369).
• Deferred Mainline zoning reclassification to February 2022.
• Approved $158,963 for Sheriff's server upgrades (R21-373).

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will discuss the upcoming end date for the pump and haul subsidy. Members will also review a proposed change to the water and sewer ordinance and a destination playground in North Stafford.

• Pump and haul subsidy end date for Aquia, Falmouth, George Washington, Griffis-Widewater, Hartwood, and Rock Hill
• Proposed change to water and sewer ordinance to remove a conflict
• Destination playground in Rock Hill (North Stafford)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review the MARCUS alert system for mental health awareness and discuss the fireworks ordinance. The meeting also includes reports from the Sheriff's Office and Fire and Rescue.

• Overview of Mental Health Awareness Response and Community Understanding Services (MARCUS) alert system
• Discussion of fireworks ordinance
• Sheriff's Office monthly report
• Fire and Rescue community risk assessment and standards of cover presentation
• Chief Cardello's Fire and Rescue quarterly report

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a work session to discuss American Rescue Plan Act funding. The session also includes budget-related items regarding positions in the Finance and Department of Social Services offices.

• American Rescue Plan Act work session
• Budget item: conversion of Finance position
• Budget item: Department of Social Services position

The Board held a work session to review the proposed ARPA funding strategy and discuss several budget items, but no formal votes were taken. Staff presented options for employee bonuses, a grant consultant, and other projects, with the Board requesting more information before decisions. The session was informational, with action deferred to future meetings.

• No formal decisions made during the work session
• Discussed reclassifying Records Retention Specialist to full-time FOIA officer (~$32,000 FY22)
• Discussed adding Self-Sufficiency Specialist in Social Services (100% state-funded for FY22)
• Reviewed ARPA spending strategy, including $9.5M revenue replacement and $1.2M United Way set-aside
• Discussed $3,000 bonuses for sworn deputies, requiring public hearing on October 19
• Discussed $199,500 ARPA consultant contract and tourism smart kiosks, with concerns raised
• Discussed $2.4M water transmission main from Enon to Centreport
• Discussed $1.5M VATI grant application for broadband in Westlake, Hartwood, and Rock Hill

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a resolution regarding Project 1619, Critical Race Theory, and pronoun selection in public schools. The body is also deciding on several land use applications, including a heavy industrial request for Project Vulcan. Other business includes transportation projects and budget appropriations.

• Proposed resolution stating position against Project 1619, Critical Race Theory, and student pronoun selection in schools
• Zoning reclassification and conditional use permit for stone, asphalt, and concrete manufacturing (Project Vulcan)
• Conditional use permit for a comprehensive sign plan for Project Clover
• Proposed restriction of through-truck traffic on Austin Ridge Drive (SR-1468)
• Condemnation and quick-take powers for Courthouse Road and Route 1 intersection project

Community & Economic Development Committee

The Community & Economic Development Committee is meeting to review a tribal annual report and a potential land donation. Members will also discuss the use of development fee funds for planning and zoning minutes.

• Patawomeck Tribe annual report
• Proposed donation of property adjacent to Smith Lake Park
• Use of PRO funds from development fees for PC minutes

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will review utility service disruption plans and the proposed end of a disconnection moratorium. Members will also consider route options for the Belmont/Ferry Farm Trail, Phase 6, and review transportation funding applications.

• Utility service disruption and customer communication plan
• Proposed discontinuance of the disconnection moratorium
• Route options for Belmont/Ferry Farm Trail, Phase 6
• FY23-24 Transportation Alternatives and FY27-28 Revenue Sharing funding applications
• Economic Infrastructure Fund—Centreport Hartwood

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss funding for school projects, property condemnations for road improvements, and a large residential mixed-use zoning request. The meeting also includes updates on the 2020 Census redistricting process and COVID-19.

• Proposed issuance of General Obligation School Bonds not to exceed $12,500,000
• Zoning reclassification for 'Mainline' project to allow 260 apartments, 114 townhomes, and 4,776 sq ft of commercial space
• Property condemnation and quick-take powers for Courthouse Road, Route 1, and Berea Church Road projects
• Grant of $194,753 for the Victim/Witness Program from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
• Proposed VATI grant application with Comcast to expand broadband service

The Board approved the consent agenda, including a resolution appropriating $727,624 in VPSA funds for the Park Ridge Elementary School chiller replacement, and authorized a VATI grant application with Comcast to bring broadband to 634 unserved homes. Two items were deferred due to absent members: proposed by-law amendments and Onville Road lighting options. The Board also adopted several proclamations, including recognizing Patriots' Day and Hispanic Heritage Month.

• Approved $727,624 VPSA funds for Park Ridge Elementary chiller replacement (5-0)
• Authorized FY2022 VATI grant application with Comcast for broadband to 634 homes (5-0)
• Approved $434,148.32 appropriation to complete Wayside Sewer and Claiborne Force Main projects (5-0)
• Approved $194,753 Victim/Witness Program grant acceptance (5-0)
• Approved Water and Sewer Revenue Refunding Bond Series 2021 (5-0)
• Ratified $206,410.77 ESO Transition Hardware grant application (5-0)
• Deferred proposed by-law amendments and electronic participation policy to next meeting
• Deferred Onville Road lighting options to next meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Legislative Committee is meeting to review the 2022 session overview. Members will discuss the 2022 General Assembly program and priority initiatives.

• 2022 Session Overview
• 2022 General Assembly program and priority initiatives

Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee will discuss the timing of debt issuances for the FY2022-FY2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The body will also review policies regarding employee telework and a drug-free workplace. Additionally, the committee will discuss CIP development policy and an online budget book.

• Proposed changes to timing of debt issuances for FY2022-FY2031 CIP
• Implementation of a telework policy for County employees
• Update to drug free workplace policy
• Capital Improvement Program development policy
• Introduction to online budget book

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a new program for commercial kitchen fats, oils, and grease fees and an ordinance regarding land dedication. The meeting includes several contract approvals for water and sewer infrastructure and discussions on school curriculum and county telework policies.

• Proposed Ordinance O21-35 to establish fees for a commercial kitchen Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program
• Proposed Ordinance O21-26 to modify requirements for dedication of land and improvements to the County
• Public hearing authorizations for quick-take powers for Route 1 and Telegraph Road/Woodstock Lane and Berea Church Road projects
• Contract for Moseley Architects P.C. to design renovations for the Courthouse and Chichester House
• Proposed Resolution R21-267 to adopt a telework policy for county employees

The Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda (6-0) with 30 items, including multiple contracts, appropriations, and proclamations. Item 5, a resolution to amend the Capital Improvement Program Development Policy, was deferred to the September 21, 2021 meeting. The Board also heard public comments on Critical Race Theory and discussed the Cedar Lane ARPA sewer project, but took no final action on those topics.

• Approved consent agenda with 30 items (6-0)
• Deferred CIP Development Policy amendment to Sept. 21 (6-0)
• Appropriated $190,000 in tourism funds to General Fund
• Appropriated $100,000 ARPA funds for grant administration salaries
• Authorized $473,762 work order for Abel Lake sluice gate repairs
• Authorized $255,600 contract for Courthouse and Chichester House design
• Authorized condemnation public hearings for Route 1 and Berea Church Road projects
• Ratified $900,000 generator services contract with Carter Machinery

Board of Supervisors

The Redistricting Committee is meeting to discuss criteria for redistricting stakeholders. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Discussion of redistricting stakeholder criteria

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee is meeting to review transportation and development projects. The body will discuss route options for a trail phase and lighting for a specific road segment.

• Route options for Belmont/Ferry Farm Trail Phase 6
• Aquia Harbour dredging
• Construction update on Ferry Farm Elementary School
• Lighting options for Onville Road between Worth Avenue and Garrison Woods Drive

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a work session to discuss the strategy for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The meeting includes a review of a request from United Way for ARPA funds to provide citizen support.

• ARPA funding strategy
• United Way request for ARPA funds for citizen support

The Board of Supervisors held a work session to review the county's overall ARPA spending strategy, including a proposed $29.7M allocation plan. Board members expressed consensus to move forward with a $3M match for a countywide fiber project and to bring several time-sensitive items to the formal meeting later that day, including a $1.65M commercial sewer line on Cedar Lane, a $450K access drive and parking lot at Duff McDuff Green Memorial Park, and a $300K first-quarter allocation to United Way. No formal votes were taken during the work session.

• Consensus to move forward with $3M match for countywide fiber project (unanimous)
• Consensus to bring Cedar Lane commercial sewer line ($1.65M) to formal meeting
• Consensus to bring Duff McDuff Green Memorial Park access drive and parking ($450K) to formal meeting
• Consensus to bring United Way first-quarter allocation ($300K) to formal meeting
• Agreed to hold next ARPA work session in September

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider ending the local emergency declaration for COVID-19 and appropriating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for various projects. The meeting also includes discussions on school curriculum and several public hearings regarding fees and land use.

• Proposed resolution to end the local emergency declaration due to COVID-19
• Partial appropriation of ARPA funding for United Way, Cedar Lane, county-wide fiber, and Duff Park/Green House projects
• Public hearing to create a $5 electronic summons system fee
• Rezoning of 6.11 acres for Fountain Park (JPI Property) from B-2 to UD-5
• Condemnation and quick-take powers for the Flatford Road Sidewalk Project

The Board approved a rezoning of 6.11 acres at Route 1 and Courthouse Road from B-2 to UD-5 for the Fountain Park project, despite a Planning Commission recommendation for denial. The vote was 4-3, with Supervisors Allen, Coen, Dudenhefer, and Shelton in favor, and Bohmke, Snellings, and Vanuch opposed. The project includes 309 multi-family units, office and retail space, and a workforce housing contribution of $75,000.

• Approved Ordinance 021-33, rezoning the JPI Fountain Park property to UD-5, with a 4-3 vote.
• Approved a contract amendment for the St. Clair Brooks Stream Restoration Project, up to $69,120.
• Approved a resolution ending the local COVID-19 emergency declaration.
• Approved a resolution to advertise a public hearing on condemnation for the Route 1 and Courthouse Road intersection project.
• Approved a resolution to petition VDOT to include Anderson Drive, Moffett Lane, and Kellogg Court in the state highway system.
• Approved a resolution authorizing an application for a $30 million loan for the Little Falls Run Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades.
• Approved a resolution to advertise a public hearing on fees for a Fats, Oils, and Greases (FOG) program.
• Approved a resolution to refer an outdoor lighting standards amendment to the Planning Commission.

Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee will discuss the funding strategy for the American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA). The body will also review a telework policy for county employees and the FY2023 budget calendar.

• American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) recommended funding strategy
• Implementation of a telework policy for county employees
• Monthly expense report proposal to replace board approval of expenditure listings
• Capital Improvement Program development policy
• FY2023 budget calendar

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review reports from the Sheriff's Office and Fire and Rescue Department. Members will discuss parking at the Historic Port of Falmouth and consider amendments to the county fire prevention code.

• Election of Committee Chairman
• Discussion of Historic Port of Falmouth (HPOF) parking
• Proposed amendments to Stafford County Code, Chapter 12, regarding fire prevention and protection
• Proposed modifications to fire permit fees

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing comprehensive plan and zoning amendments for the Downtown Stafford project and a rezoning for Fountain Park. The meeting also includes discussions on ARPA funding strategies and updates to the fire prevention code.

• Zoning reclassification of 6.11 acres for Fountain Park (JPI Property) to UD-5
• Zoning reclassification of 23.08 acres for Downtown Stafford (County Property) to UD-5
• Purchase of Sheriff's Office public safety vehicles and equipment exceeding $200,000
• Proposed ordinance to update fire prevention code, ambulance recovery costs, and permit fees
• Contract amendment for design and right-of-way services for Berea Church Road Improvement Project

The Board approved the consent agenda, including a $5,678,465 transfer of VPSA bond proceeds to schools, a $850,000 contract with Logan Systems for land records management, and a $1,888,956 insurance renewal with VACORP. It also adopted a fire prevention code update with new permit fees, referred a family subdivision ordinance amendment to the Planning Commission, and approved a 5% salary increase for County Administrator Frederick J. Presley. The redistricting communications plan was sent back to the Redistricting Committee to establish stakeholder criteria.

• Approved $5,678,465 transfer of VPSA bond proceeds to schools (7-0)
• Approved $850,000 contract with Logan Systems for land records management (7-0)
• Approved $1,888,956 insurance renewal with VACORP (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 021-29 updating fire prevention code and adding permit fees (7-0)
• Referred family subdivision ordinance amendment to Planning Commission (7-0)
• Referred redistricting communications plan back to Redistricting Committee (7-0)
• Approved 5% salary increase for County Administrator (7-0)
• Approved $56,579 contract amendment for Berea Church Road project (7-0)

Community & Economic Development Committee

The Community & Economic Development Committee will discuss an ordinance amendment regarding industrial lighting standards. The body will also review affordable housing and the US-1/Eskimo Hill intersection.

• Proposed Ordinance O21-32 and Resolution R21-205 regarding industrial outdoor lighting standards
• Discussion of US-1/Eskimo Hill intersection clean up
• Discussion of affordable housing
• Economic Infrastructure Fund—Centreport
• Babe Ruth Baseball World Series update

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss transportation and community development projects. The body will review bridge closures, lighting installations, and stormwater management.

• Bridge closure and detour on American Legion Road
• Lighting installation for power poles between Worth Avenue and Garrison Woods Drive
• Stormwater management for development projects
• Funding improvements on Heritage Commons Drive

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider budgeting American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding and various land-use permits. The meeting includes decisions on public utility ordinances, infrastructure contracts, and a new fire and rescue station lease.

• Ratification and budgeting of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding
• Lease agreement for a fire and rescue station at 2133 Garrisonville Road
• Proposed $5 electronic summons system fee
• Conditional use permit for Perchwood Drive Auto Sales Park
• Conditional use permit for a communication facility at American Legion Post 290

The Board ratified acceptance of $29,650,522 in American Rescue Plan Act funding, appropriating $80,208 for consulting services. It also approved $1,145,000 in VPSA funds for school repairs, including chillers at two high schools and tennis courts at Colonial Forge. The redistricting communications plan was deferred to June 15 after public opposition to eliminating stakeholder meetings.

• Ratified $29,650,522 ARPA funding acceptance (7-0)
• Appropriated $1,145,000 VPSA funds for school repairs (7-0)
• Deferred redistricting communications plan to June 15 (7-0)
• Approved 10-year fire station lease at 2133 Garrisonville Road (7-0)
• Approved $480,634 Courthouse Community Center roof replacement (7-0)
• Approved $321,084 elevator replacement in Government Center (7-0)
• Approved telecom tower CUP at American Legion Post 290 (7-0)
• Approved motor vehicle sales CUP at Perchwood Drive (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on several land-use requests, including a reclassification for Downtown Stafford and workforce housing at The Garrison at Stafford. The body will also discuss federal funding requests and a six-year transportation program with VDOT.

• Proposed emergency ordinance to lower penalties and interest to zero for taxes due June 5, 2021
• Reclassification of approximately 29 acres for the Downtown Stafford project
• Proposed designation of a revitalization area for workforce housing at The Garrison at Stafford
• Approval of expenditures exceeding $100,000
• Purchase of a replacement heavy rescue squad for Fire and Rescue

The Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda including a $1.47M contract for a replacement heavy rescue squad, a $198,300 purchase of online budget software, and a $311,519 task order for Ferry Farm waterline improvements. They also adopted an emergency ordinance waiving penalties and interest on personal property and real estate taxes due June 5, 2021, until July 6, 2021. A resolution supporting submission of projects for congressionally-directed spending was approved 4-3, adding Rock Hill Church Road Bridge, Kellogg Mill and Ramoth Church Road Intersection, and Enon Road to the list. The Board deferred a decision on the Downtown Stafford project until the second meeting in June.

• Approved $1.47M contract for replacement heavy rescue squad (7-0)
• Approved $198,300 purchase of OpenGov budget software (7-0)
• Approved $311,519 task order for Ferry Farm waterline improvements (7-0)
• Adopted emergency ordinance waiving tax penalties/interest until July 6, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting congressionally-directed spending projects (4-3)
• Approved removal of Rockhill Volunteer Fire Company from county code (7-0)
• Approved proffer amendment and revitalization area for Garrison at Stafford (4-3)
• Deferred Downtown Stafford project until June meeting (5-2)

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss public works projects and proposed code amendments. The body will review a resolution for a sewer easement vacation and an ordinance regarding evaporation credits.

• Proposed Resolution R20-308(R) to vacate a 20-foot water-sanitary sewer easement on tax map parcel 45-110M
• Proposed Ordinance O21-17 to amend Stafford County Code, Sec. 25-98 to allow for evaporation credits
• Discussion regarding Abel Lake Spillway Improvement Project in Hartwood
• Gauntlet Golf Course parking lot in Hartwood

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding new fees at recreational sites and a rezoning request. The body will also discuss an emergency ordinance to eliminate penalties and interest on late tax payments.

• Public hearing on instituting fees at Historic Port of Falmouth, Two Stones, and Aquia Landing
• Proposed rezoning of Tax Map Parcel No. 18-78 (Tree Haven) from B-1 to A-2
• Proposed emergency ordinance EO21-01 to reduce late payment penalties and interest for real estate and personal property taxes to $0 or 0%
• Authorization of a public hearing to increase the FY2021 budget using American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Contract for the Aquia at the Bridge sewer pump station rehabilitation project

The Board approved amendments to the County's leave policy, adding community volunteer and maternity/paternity leave, and changing accruals (6-1). It authorized advertising a public hearing to increase the FY2021 budget due to anticipated American Rescue Plan Act funds of $29,650,522. The Board also rezoned Tax Map Parcel No. 18-78 from B-1 to A-2, and referred a destination playground to the Parks and Recreation Commission. A motion to explore towing options and defer parking fees at Two Stones was approved (5-2).

• Approved leave policy amendments adding volunteer and parental leave (6-1)
• Authorized public hearing for FY2021 budget increase from ARPA funds
• Rezoned Parcel 18-78 from B-1 to A-2 rural residential
• Referred destination playground to Parks and Recreation Commission
• Approved exploring towing options and deferring parking fees at Two Stones (5-2)
• Approved $122,713 in Technology Trust Funds to Clerk of Circuit Court
• Approved $69,970.95 CARES Act utility relief funding
• Approved $350,494 contract for Aquia at the Bridge sewer pump station

Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee will review the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and school funding for the FY2022 budget. The committee will also discuss phase two recommendations for the county's leave policy.

• Review of CIP and school funding for FY2022 budget
• Discussion of phase two recommendations for the county's leave policy

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the FY2022 budget, the FY2022-FY2031 Capital Improvement Program, and the establishment of 2021 tax rates. The body is also considering a new cigarette tax and a water/sewer user fee increase.

• Proposed 3.0% water/sewer user fee rate increase
• Proposed ordinance to establish a county cigarette tax
• Proposed ordinance to repeal the vehicle license fee
• Conditional Use Permit requests for Sam's Xpress Car Wash and South Ridge Church
• Authorization of a public hearing to remove Rockhill Volunteer Fire Company from County Code Sec. 12-3

The Board of Supervisors adopted the FY2022 County budget of $355,383,993 and set the calendar year 2021 real estate tax rate at $0.97 per $100 of assessed value, rejecting a proposed $0.99 rate. The personal property tax rate was set at $6.10 per $100 of assessed value (effective $3.05 at 50% assessment ratio). The Board also approved a 3.0% water/sewer user fee increase, repealed the vehicle license fee, and deferred a cigarette tax ordinance.

• Adopted FY2022 County budget of $355,383,993 (7-0)
• Set 2021 real estate tax rate at $0.97 per $100 (4-3)
• Set personal property tax rate at $6.10 per $100 (5-2)
• Approved 3.0% water/sewer user fee increase (7-0)
• Repealed vehicle license fee (7-0)
• Deferred cigarette tax ordinance (7-0)
• Approved $3,213,038 transfer to OPEB Trust (consent agenda)
• Approved Sam's Xpress Car Wash conditional use permit (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to review the budget, strategic plan, and economic development strategies. Discussions include redistricting updates and specific local infrastructure issues. The meeting is a planning session to set priorities and work plans.

• Budget work session presentation
• Economic Infrastructure Fund and Hartwood Data Center Overlay Zone
• Planning Commission recommendations on new land conservation policies
• Redistricting Committee update and election district discussion
• Infrastructure discussions regarding Woodlands playground, Historic Port of Falmouth, Aquia Landing, and Heritage Commons Drive

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss erosion and sediment control and transportation. The body is considering the adoption of radon-resistant construction techniques and the appropriation of cash proffer funds for Musselman Park.

• Discussion of DEQ Erosion & Sediment Control Program Review
• Adoption of International Residential Code Appendix F for radon-resistant new construction
• Appropriation of cash proffer funds for Musselman Park improvements
• Public Works Transportation SSYP

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings to consider the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, capital improvement program, and 2021 tax rates. The board will also discuss several fee changes and a proposed cigarette tax.

• Public hearing for FY 2022 Budget, FY 2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program, and VPSA debt
• Public hearing on Calendar Year 2021 tax rates
• Proposed 3.0% water/sewer user fee rate increase
• Proposed ordinance to establish a county cigarette tax
• Proposed repeal of the vehicle license fee

The Board voted 5-2 to table a resolution requesting the Virginia State Police Superintendent to rename the portion of US Route 1 in Stafford County to Trooper Jessica Cheney Highway. The motion to table was made by Mr. Dudenhefer and seconded by Mr. Coen, with Ms. Bohmke and Ms. Vanuch voting against. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including a resolution granting relief from right-of-way dedication for the All Muslim Association of America cemetery site plan, and authorized several contracts and expenditures.

• Tabled resolution R21-117 to request renaming Jefferson Davis Highway to Trooper Jessica Cheney Highway (5-2 vote).
• Approved consent agenda items 1-6 and 8-13, including contracts for custodial services, bay door repairs, and utility repairs.
• Approved resolution R21-106 granting relief from right-of-way dedication along Garrisonville Road for the All Muslim Association of America cemetery site plan (5-0, 2 abstentions).
• Approved resolution R21-118 requesting the Planning Commission to review and propose ordinance amendments on land and right-of-way dedication requirements.
• Approved resolution R21-115 to budget and appropriate $20,929 in defaulted securities for repairs to Hartwood Valley Court.
• Approved resolution R21-135 to budget and appropriate $70,000 for right-of-way and easement plats for Lynhaven Lane improvements.
• Approved resolution R21-139 authorizing a grant application for up to $4,887,000 for the Little Falls Run Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Approved resolution R21-05 authorizing an agreement with the City of Fredericksburg for FRED transit to join the County's radio system.

Board of Supervisors

The Joint Committee of the School Board and Board of Supervisors is meeting to organize its internal operations. The body will discuss its charter, bylaws, and the election of a chairman.

• Election of Chairman
• Discussion of committee structure and by-laws
• Discussion of committee charter
• Approval of December 9, 2020 and February 4, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a budget work session. The body will discuss the Capital Improvement Plan and a resolution to authorize a public hearing regarding tax provisions for elderly and disabled persons.

• Capital Improvement Plan discussion
• Proposed Resolution R21-123 to authorize a public hearing on amending elderly and disabled persons tax provisions

The Board of Supervisors held a budget work session to discuss the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), focusing on High School #6, the Aquia Fire Station, and policy changes. No formal votes were taken, but the Board reached consensus to cancel the March 25 and 30 work sessions and agreed to add a resolution (R21-123) on an elderly and disabled tax rate exemption program expansion to the April 6 consent agenda. The Board discussed funding options for High School #6 and the Aquia Fire Station, with some members expressing concerns about the Mary Washington site for the high school and the location of the fire station.

• Consensus to cancel the March 25 and 30 budget work sessions.
• Agreed to add resolution R21-123 (elderly and disabled tax rate exemption program expansion) to the April 6 consent agenda.
• Discussed High School #6 funding, with no final decision; Board requested more information on Mary Washington site and design changes.
• Discussed Aquia Fire Station funding ($3.3M in Lease Revenue Bonds); no formal vote, but some members expressed support with conditions.
• Reviewed CIP funding sources, including CARES Act set aside, proffers, and school savings.
• Discussed potential use of unspecified proffers for High School #6 and other projects.
• Noted that the County's financial advisor saw no immediate refinancing options.
• Discussed converting two Pratt Park tennis courts to pickle ball courts; no decision made.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a work session focused on a budget presentation. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Budget work session presentation

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors held a budget work session to review advertised tax rates and options for the FY2022 General Fund budget. The Board directed staff to delay the implementation of body-worn cameras, reducing the proposed budget by $691,493, and discussed eliminating the Motor Vehicle License Fee, adjusting the real estate tax rate, and reallocating $30K from the Diversity Advisory Coalition to other partner agencies. No final votes were taken on the budget, which remains under review.

• Approved unanimously a motion to allow Supervisor Dudenhefer's electronic participation via WebEx.
• Directed staff to delay body-worn camera implementation, reducing FY2022 budget by $691,493.
• Agreed to advertise the elderly and disabled tax relief program public hearing.
• Discussed eliminating the Motor Vehicle License Fee and adjusting the assessment ratio, with no final decision.
• Discussed reallocating $30K from the Diversity Advisory Coalition to other partner agencies, with no final decision.
• Reviewed alternative real estate tax rates, including $1.01 advertised rate and options requiring expenditure reductions.
• Discussed school funding options, including reducing the School Operating Transfer by $2.9M to allow a 4.5% per-pupil increase and a $0.98 real estate tax rate.
• Requested additional information from the Commissioner of the Revenue on assessment ratios and from schools on CARES Act funds.

Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee is meeting to review utility rates and budget presentations. The body will discuss recommendations for the county's leave policy and the FY22 budget for transportation.

• FY2022 water/sewer user fee rate increase
• FY22 Public Works (Transportation) budget and CIP presentation
• Phase two recommendations for the county's leave policy
• Service district and other funds

The Board held a budget work session, hearing proposals for a 3% FY2022 Utilities rate increase (about $2.71/month for a typical home) and discussing use of $29.6M in American Rescue Plan Act funds. No formal votes were taken on these items, but the Board indicated support for advertising the rate increase and for sending the Motor Vehicle License Fee removal to public hearing. The Board also reviewed the Utilities and Transportation Capital Improvement Plans and service district budgets.

• Approved motion to allow Supervisor Dudenhefer's virtual participation (5-0).
• Indicated support for advertising a 3% Utilities rate increase for FY2022.
• Agreed to send the elimination of the Motor Vehicle License Fee to public hearing.
• Discussed but did not decide on use of $29.6M in American Rescue Plan Act funds.
• Reviewed proposed FY2022 Utilities and Transportation budgets and CIPs without formal action.
• Deferred decision on whether to hold an additional work session on March 18.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is deciding on several zoning permits and rezonings, including the Project Mover warehouse. The body is also authorizing public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, tax rates, and water and sewer rate increases.

• Authorization of public hearings for FY2022 budget, 2021 tax rates, and water/sewer rate increases
• Rezoning and conditional use permit for warehouse and storage (Project Mover)
• Conditional use permits for McDonald's on Stanstead Road, Taco Bell, and 7-Eleven at Courthouse Tracts
• Request to rename a portion of US Route 1 from Jefferson Davis Highway to Trooper Jessica Cheney Highway
• Appropriation of funds for Lake Mooney Sludge Thickener and 342-06 Water Transmission Main projects

The Board approved a conditional use permit for a warehouse/storage facility (Project Mover) on 72.22 acres in the Hartwood district, along with rezoning and proffer amendments for the project. The Board also approved a McDonald's drive-through, a telecommunications tower, and proffer amendments for a Taco Bell and 7-Eleven. A motion to rename Jefferson Davis Highway after Trooper Jessica Cheney was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Project Mover warehouse (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to B-2 for Project Mover (7-0)
• Approved proffer amendments for Project Mover (7-0)
• Approved McDonald's drive-through CUP (7-0)
• Approved telecommunications tower CUP (7-0)
• Approved Courthouse Tracts proffer amendment (7-0)
• Approved Taco Bell drive-through CUP with directional signage condition (7-0)
• Approved 7-Eleven fuel sales and convenience store CUP (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors and School Board are holding a joint work session to discuss the School Board's proposed FY2022 budget. The agenda includes a presentation of the budget proposal, with no other substantive items listed.

• Joint Board of Supervisors and School Board budget work session
• School Board proposed FY2022 budget presentation

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors and School Board held a joint work session to discuss the School Board's FY2022 budget request. No formal decisions or votes were made; the session was informational, with presentations and Q&A on funding, staffing, and school capacity. The County Administrator's proposed budget includes about $7.8M in increased funding for schools.

• Permitted Supervisor Dudenhefer to participate remotely (unanimous)
• No budget decisions or votes taken during the work session

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Stafford County Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting as the Redistricting Committee to discuss federal and state redistricting updates, a redistricting webpage, an overlay of active subdivisions by election district and precinct, potential polling locations, and stakeholder discussions. All items are discussion items; no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Federal and state redistricting update
• Redistricting webpage update
• Overlay of active subdivisions by election district and precinct
• Listing of potential polling locations
• Redistricting stakeholders discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors is holding a budget work session to review General Fund revenue and expenditures. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, with no other business listed.

• General Fund revenue and expenditure review

The Board of Supervisors held a budget work session to review the FY2022 proposed budget, aiming to advertise a tax rate on March 16. They unanimously agreed to send a memorandum of interest to the Northern Virginia Cigarette Tax Board regarding a proposed $0.30 per pack cigarette tax, which would generate $1M for Public Safety. The Board also discussed a three-part personal property tax strategy, including increasing the assessment ratio from 40% to 50%, eliminating the motor vehicle license fee, and raising the personal property tax rate. No final votes were taken on the budget itself.

• Unanimously agreed to send a memorandum of interest to the Northern Virginia Cigarette Tax Board for a proposed $0.30 per pack cigarette tax.
• Discussed a three-part personal property tax strategy: increasing assessment ratio to 50%, eliminating motor vehicle license fee, and raising personal property tax rate.
• Discussed proposed FY2022 budget, including 16 new Fire and Rescue positions and 9 Sheriff's Department positions.
• Discussed a proposed Planning Technician position for Planning and Zoning, with questions about cost and need.
• Discussed the proposed $449,037 funding for RACSB, which was noted as approved.
• Discussed the proposed $30K placeholder for diversity funding, with a request for a plan before approval.
• Discussed the proposed stormwater grants pilot program, with a request for more information.
• Agreed to cancel the March 9 budget work session and instead start the joint FAB meeting an hour early.

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss four items: the Belmont-Ferry Farm Trail Phase 6, an update on Smart Stafford and the Virginia Smart Community Testbed, change orders on major capital construction projects, and public improvements for the Hartwood Valley subdivision. No votes are listed; items are for discussion and updates.

• Belmont-Ferry Farm Trail, Phase 6 (Public Works/Transportation)
• Update on Smart Stafford & Virginia Smart Community Testbed (countywide)
• Change orders on major projects (Public Works/Capital Construction)
• Hartwood Valley Subdivision public improvements (Public Works/Community Development)

Board of Supervisors

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors will consider amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance to establish gross density in the A-1 Agricultural District, along with several conditional use permits for fuel sales and convenience stores. The board will also hear the proposed FY2022 budget and approve a consent agenda with routine items.

• Resolution R21-25 and Ordinance O21-07: amend Comp Plan and zoning for A-1 density
• Public hearing: Wawa at Cranes Corner (parcel 46-10) CUP for fuel and convenience store
• Public hearing: Embrey Mill Town Center South Phase CUP for 7 drive-thru restaurants and fuel sales
• Public hearing: Heritage Commerce Center Royal Farms (parcel 44N-1-5) proffer amendment and CUP
• Ordinance O21-03: allow minor proffer changes without public hearings

The Board approved Ordinance 021-07, establishing a gross density of one dwelling unit per six acres in the A-1 Agricultural Zoning District, and Resolution R21-25 amending the Comprehensive Plan accordingly. The vote was 5-2 for the ordinance and 4-3 for the plan amendment. The Board also requested the Planning Commission to prepare an ordinance to maintain the previous lot size requirements for family subdivisions.

• Approved Ordinance 021-07: established a gross density of one dwelling unit per six acres in the A-1 Agricultural Zoning District (5-2).
• Approved Resolution R21-25: amended the Comprehensive Plan to reflect the new agricultural/rural area density (4-3).
• Approved Resolution R21-37: requested the Planning Commission to prepare an ordinance to maintain the previous lot size requirements for family subdivisions in the A-1 district (7-0).
• Approved Resolution R21-20: granted a conditional use permit for a Wawa at Cranes Corner, with conditions including two picnic tables and downward-facing lighting (6-0).
• Approved Resolution R21-23: granted a conditional use permit for up to seven drive-through restaurants and one fuel sales facility at Embrey Mill Town Center South Phase (6-0).
• Approved Ordinance 021-14 and Resolution R21-66: amended proffered conditions and granted a conditional use permit for a Royal Farms at Heritage Commerce Center (6-0).
• Approved Ordinance 021-03: allowed waiver of public hearings for certain minor proffer condition amendments (6-0).
• Approved Ordinance 021-02: required a conditional use permit for warehouse mini-storage uses in the B-2 Urban Commercial Zoning District (4-2).

Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee will discuss a dedicated transportation funding strategy and hear a presentation on a proposed FY2022 utilities rate increase. No votes are listed on this agenda; items are for discussion and presentation only.

• Dedicated transportation funding strategy discussion
• Proposed FY2022 utilities rate increase presentation by Chris Edwards

Board of Supervisors

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting, including a finance committee session, and will consider a consent agenda with items such as approving minutes, appointments, a budget adjustment for fire station repairs, and a resolution to apply for a transportation grant. The board will also discuss postal service delays and a right-of-way conveyance, and will hold a closed meeting.

• Approve minutes from Feb 2, 2021 and Dec 15, 2020 work session
• Appoint Eric Futrell to Parks and Recreation Commission, Tara Durant to FAMPO committee
• Budget and appropriate funds for water damage repair at Fire Station #2 (R21-87)
• Authorize application for Transportation Partnership Opportunity Fund grant for Wyche Road improvements (R21-38)
• Authorize public hearing on conveying Tax Map Parcel 13C-M in Quantico Corporate Center to Blue Diamond Investments LLC (R21-83)

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors met electronically on February 16, 2021, and approved the consent agenda, which included authorizing the purchase of cardiac and respiratory equipment for $326,427 and applying for a grant for Wyche Road improvements. The board also approved resolutions to apply for a permit for a wastewater force main on National Park Service land and to refer a sewer evaporation credit amendment to the Utilities Commission. A letter to the Governor regarding vaccination efforts was approved as time-sensitive with modifications.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0), including $326,427 for cardiac/respiratory equipment from Stryker
• Authorized application for Falls Run force main on National Park Service land (7-0)
• Referred sewer evaporation credit amendment to Utilities Commission (7-0)
• Approved letter to Governor on vaccination efforts as time-sensitive (7-0)
• Authorized closed meeting for property acquisition and legal consultation (7-0)
• Authorized settlement in Garrisonville condemnation case (7-0)

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will elect a chairman and discuss public improvements for the Hartwood Valley subdivision, a transportation capital improvements program update, and the abandonment of unused right-of-way in Griffis-Widewater. The meeting is scheduled for February 2, 2021, at 1:30 PM in Board Chambers.

• Election of committee chairman
• Hartwood Valley subdivision public improvements
• Transportation CIP update covering Aquia, Falmouth, Garrisonville, Griffis-Widewater, Hartwood, Rock Hill
• Abandonment of unused right-of-way and conveyance to Griffis-Widewater homeowners association

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss various administrative appointments and resolutions. Items include a grant application for firefighters, contract amendments for county facilities and dam dissolution, and a redistricting communications plan.

• Appointment of members to the Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
• Recommendation of Jonathan Ireland to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Resolution opposing House Bill 1910
• Application for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program through the Department of Homeland Security
• Contract amendment with Rock Solid Janitorial, Inc. for COVID-related services

The Board unanimously adopted a resolution opposing House Bill 1910, which would create a regional transportation committee, citing it as an unfunded mandate. It also unanimously supported the reappointment of Judge Andrea Stewart to the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court. The Board approved the consent agenda, including a $930,000 firefighter grant application and a $300,000 COVID-19 custodial services contract amendment.

• Adopted resolution opposing House Bill 1910 (7-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting Judge Andrea Stewart's reappointment (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $930,000 firefighter grant application (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 contract amendment for COVID-19 custodial services (7-0)
• Approved $212,400 contract amendment for Potomac Creek Dam #1 services (7-0)
• Adopted 2021 Redistricting Communications Plan (7-0)
• Authorized settlement in Board of Supervisors v. Baker case (7-0)
• Approved closed meeting and certification (7-0)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a work session to discuss the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget, with a specific focus on transportation projects. This is a discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• CIP budget work session
• Transportation CIP work session

Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee

The Finance, Audit, and Budget Committee will elect a chairman and consider adjusting the personal property tax to eliminate the vehicle license fee, with the goal of providing revenue for transportation bond projects. The next meeting is scheduled for February 16, 2021.

• Election of committee chairman
• Consider adjustments to personal property tax to eliminate vehicle license fee
• Provide revenue for transportation bond projects

Board of Supervisors

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting on January 19, 2021, with a consent agenda covering administrative items, budget appropriations, and contract approvals. Public hearings include a conditional use permit for a senior housing development, a rezoning request, and amendments to the comprehensive plan and parking code. The board will also discuss small business funding, redistricting, and by-law changes.

• Conditional use permit for 168 multi-family and 80 townhouse retirement units at Embrey Mill Phase 2A (Boxelder Drive)
• Rezoning of 4.037 acres from A-1 to B-2 for commercial retail (Tax Map Parcels 44-64 and 44-65)
• Approve expenditure listing exceeding $100,000
• Contract with ePlus Technology for Varonis security software
• Appropriate FY2020 Sheriff's Department savings for vehicle purchases

The Board approved a conditional use permit for 248 retirement housing units at Embrey Mill Phase 2A, rezoned two parcels to B-2 Urban Commercial, and adopted senior housing design standards. It also tabled the Healthy Growth initiative, directing the Planning Commission to prepare zoning amendments by March 10, 2021. The Board released the remaining 5% FY2021 appropriation hold and approved multiple contracts and funding resolutions.

• Approved CUP for 168 multi-family and 80 townhouse retirement units at Embrey Mill Phase 2A (7-0)
• Rezoned Tax Map Parcels 44-64 and 44-65 from A-1 to B-2 Urban Commercial (7-0)
• Adopted senior housing design standards as new chapter in Neighborhood Development Standards Plan (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution R21-64 directing Planning Commission to prepare Healthy Growth zoning amendments by March 10, 2021 (4-3)
• Approved $968,246 in VPSA funds and reserves for school projects (7-0)
• Released remaining 5% FY2021 appropriation hold totaling $14,114,263 for General Fund
• Approved $273,692 for Sheriff's Department vehicle purchases
• Authorized $240,000 contract with ePlus Technology for Varonis security software

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Supervisors Redistricting Committee is meeting virtually to discuss post-2020-election voter registrant counts, polling place locations and costs, and to see a GIS redistricting software presentation. They will also consider adopting a communications plan outline. This is a working session on the redistricting process, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Post-2020-election voter registrant counts
• Polling place locations discussion
• Election and polling place costs
• GIS redistricting software presentation
• Adopt communications plan outline

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors holds its annual organizational meeting, electing a chairman and vice chairman, setting the 2021 meeting calendar, and making appointments to boards and committees. It will also consider a consent agenda including expenditures over $100,000, a fire station repair contract, and an OmniRide service endorsement, plus discuss a 5-year comprehensive plan review. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Election of chairman and vice chairman
• Approve 2021 board meeting calendar (R21-01)
• Approve appointments to PRTC/VRE and BZA (R21-02, R21-07)
• Approve expenditure listing exceeding $100,000 (R21-11)
• Authorize job order contract for Fire Station 8 (Rock Hill) repairs (R21-12)

The Board of Supervisors held its annual meeting, electing Crystal Vanuch as Chairman and Cindy Shelton as Vice Chairman. It adopted the 2021 meeting calendar, removing the November 3 meeting after the election. The Board also approved numerous appointments to boards and committees, and authorized a $258,459 contract for repairs to Fire Station 8.

• Elected Crystal Vanuch as Chairman (4-3)
• Elected Cindy Shelton as Vice Chairman (6-1)
• Adopted 2021 meeting calendar, removing Nov 3 meeting (7-0)
• Approved $258,459 for Fire Station 8 repairs (7-0)
• Approved $90,000 for fire/rescue uniforms and gear (7-0)
• Endorsed OmniRide commuter service applications (7-0)
• Adopted 2021 Redistricting Committee Charter (7-0)
• Reappointed numerous board and committee members (7-0)