Waynesboro, VA

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The Waynesboro Electoral Board will hold a scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Registrar's Office at 501 W. Broad Street. The public is welcome to attend. The agenda contains no specific items beyond the meeting notice itself.

• Meeting scheduled for September 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
• Location: Registrar's Office, 501 W. Broad Street, Waynesboro, VA

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Esta es una reunión trimestral de la junta de Greater Augusta Regional Tourism (GART). La agenda contiene únicamente detalles administrativos —fecha, hora, ubicación e información de contacto— sin temas específicos de discusión o decisión enumerados.

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The agenda provides meeting details for the Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport Commission. No specific action items or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

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The Waynesboro Historical Commission is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Waynesboro Public Library. The provided document contains only the meeting date, time, location, and contact information for the Acting Chairman. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion topics are listed in the text.

• Meeting held at Waynesboro Public Library, 600 S. Wayne Avenue
• Acting Chairman is Philippe Bone

Planning Commission

The Waynesboro Planning Commission is holding its regular August meeting. The main item is a land use discussion for the Waynesboro Together Comprehensive Plan Update, led by consultants Will Cockrell and Tyler Hinkle of EPR, PC. The meeting also includes a public comment period for items not on the agenda, staff matters, and commissioner correspondence.

• Land use discussion for Waynesboro Together Comprehensive Plan Update led by EPR, PC consultants
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Citizen comments invited during the meeting

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The Waynesboro Library Board is holding a regular meeting on August 18, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in Meeting Room B of the Waynesboro Public Library. The agenda contains no listed action items, so the meeting appears to be procedural or administrative in nature.

Boards and Commissions

The Waynesboro Boards and Commissions meeting on August 12, 2026, will include a public hearing for an appeal submitted on July 13, 2026. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering call to order, agenda adoption, pledge, minutes approval, old and new business, and adjournment.

• Public hearing on appeal submitted 07/13/26
• Meeting at 503 W. Main Street, Council Chambers, 4:00 PM

City Council

The Waynesboro City Council is holding its regular business meeting on August 10, 2026. The agenda includes introducing ordinances for a subdivision sidewalk waiver, a conditional use permit for temporary special events, and conveying property to the housing authority for affordable housing. The council will also consider a proclamation for the First Aid Crew's 75th anniversary and adopt prior meeting minutes.

• Subdivision waiver for sidewalks at Pratts Run, 0 Lew Dewitt Blvd (Tax Map 40-3-114D)
• Conditional use permit for temporary special events at 601 Alphin Ave (Tax Maps 23-1-19A and 23-1-19D)
• Ordinance conveying real property to Waynesboro Redevelopment and Housing Authority for affordable/workforce housing
• Proclamation recognizing 75th anniversary of Waynesboro First Aid Crew
• Adoption of July 27, 2026 meeting minutes

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The Waynesboro Electoral Board is meeting to review the August 4 election and begin planning for the November 3 General Election. They will discuss ballots, training, and recruiting election officers. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss personnel issues.

• Review of August 4 election
• Planning for November 3 General Election
• Discussion of ballots and L&A
• Set date and content for training
• Closed session on personnel issues

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two budget amendments totaling over $10.7 million, including $6.67 million for a school grant and $4.05 million for small capital projects. They will also consider conveying 1200 Shenandoah Avenue to the Waynesboro Redevelopment and Housing Authority for affordable or workforce housing, and approving resolutions to apply for Smart Scale grants for pedestrian and road improvements. Additionally, the council will vote on board appointments and discuss a closed-session property matter at 1001 Mt. Torrey Road.

• Public hearing on conveying 1200 Shenandoah Avenue to WRHA for affordable/workforce housing
• Hearing on FY2027 budget amendment of $4,052,513 for small capital projects
• Hearing on FY2026 budget amendment of $6,670,000 for school grant
• Resolutions supporting Smart Scale grant applications for Lew Dewitt Pedestrian Project and Rosser Avenue Improvements
• Ordinance appropriating $250,000 grant from Virginia Economic Development Partnership for brownfields

The City Council tabled a proposal to convey a 6.4-acre site at 1200 Shenandoah Avenue to the Waynesboro Redevelopment and Housing Authority for affordable/workforce housing, pending further information, in a 4-1 vote. The council adopted two budget amendments: $4,052,513 for the FY2027 small capital program and $6,670,000 for the FY2026 high school renovation grant, both 5-0. It also passed resolutions supporting SMART SCALE grant applications for the Lew Dewitt Pedestrian Project and Rosser Avenue Improvements, each 4-0 with one abstention. Several board appointments were approved unanimously.

• Tabled land transfer to WRHA for affordable housing at 1200 Shenandoah Ave (4-1)
• Adopted FY2027 budget amendment of $4,052,513 for small capital program (5-0)
• Adopted FY2026 budget amendment of $6,670,000 for high school renovation grant (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting SMART SCALE application for Lew Dewitt Pedestrian Project (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved resolution supporting SMART SCALE application for Rosser Avenue Improvements (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Katie Harris to Economic Development Authority Board (5-0)
• Reappointed Meghan Drummond and Pamela Sullivan to Library Board of Trustees (5-0)
• Appointed Wendy Castenell to Library Board of Trustees (5-0)

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The Board of Building Code Appeals will adopt its agenda and adopt several policy items, including ground‑rules for hearings, fee structures, application requirements, record‑keeping procedures, and future meeting schedules. It will also discuss a recent appeal and schedule a hearing to be held within 14 days, notifying the parties involved.

• Adopt ground‑rules for hearings
• Adopt fee policy
• Adopt application minimum‑requirement policy
• Adopt record‑keeping policy
• Discuss recent appeal and schedule a hearing within 14 days

The Waynesboro Board of Building Code Appeals met and appointed Tom Elliot as chair. The board adopted ground rules requiring all appeal parties to attend in person, but did not vote on proposed time limits for presentations. It also determined the applicant is the aggrieved party in a July 13 appeal and left scheduling to the secretary.

• Appointed Tom Elliot as Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as drafted
• Adopted ground rule requiring all appeal parties to attend in person (unanimous)
• Determined applicant is the aggrieved party in July 13 appeal (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a Conditional Use Permit request for Mimosa Farm at 601 Alphin Avenue. The proposal would allow up to 100 events per year with up to 100 guests per event. Residents have submitted conflicting testimony regarding the impact on the residential neighborhood.

• Conditional Use Permit request for 601 Alphin Avenue
• Proposed limit of 100 events per year
• Proposed attendance limit of 100 guests per event
• Public testimony regarding noise, traffic, and alcohol consumption
• Proposed condition for amplified outdoor music to end by 9:00 p.m.

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Esta reunión de la Junta de la Biblioteca es puramente procedimental, sin decisiones ni discusiones específicas enumeradas en la agenda. La reunión está programada para el 21 de julio de 2026, en la Waynesboro Public Library.

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La Junta de la Biblioteca de Waynesboro tiene programado reunirse el 21 de julio de 2026, en la Waynesboro Public Library. La agenda proporcionada contiene únicamente información procesal sin temas específicos para discusión o decisión.

• No hay temas de la agenda enumerados en el documento fuente.

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The Waynesboro Electoral Board will meet at the public library on July 21, 2026. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, adoption of agenda, and approval of minutes. The board will discuss final plans for the August primary election and conduct a closed‑session performance review of the registrar. Public comment will be allowed before adjournment.

• Final plans for August Primary
• Registrar’s Performance Review (closed session)
• Public Comment

Boards and Commissions

The board is reviewing updates on the search for an Executive Director and recruiting for board vacancies. The meeting includes the approval of minutes and the appointment of a new slate of officers.

• Appointment of Lydia as Chair, Scott as Vice Chair, and Stosh as Treasurer
• Update on Executive Director search for a part-time position
• Recruitment for two board vacancies: one government representative and one business/private representative from Augusta
• Approval of July minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit to allow temporary special events at 601 Alphin Avenue (Mimosa Farm). Commissioners will also continue discussion on the land use section of the Waynesboro Together Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit CUP#26-028 to allow temporary special events at 601 Alphin Avenue
• Continued discussion on Waynesboro Together Comprehensive Plan Update – land use section led by EPR
• Approval of minutes from June 2 work session and June 16 regular meeting
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

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La junta de Greater Augusta Regional Tourism llevará a cabo su reunión trimestral. La agenda contiene únicamente detalles logísticos y no se enumeran decisiones, propuestas o discusiones específicas. Esta reunión parece ser de naturaleza procesal.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution to initiate a referendum on an additional 1% retail sales tax for school construction projects. The agenda also includes several budget amendments, property transfers, and updates on opioid abatement efforts.

• Resolution for a 1% retail sales tax referendum for city school capital projects
• $17,752,989 fiscal year 2026 budget amendment (CIP)
• $720,000 fiscal year 2027 budget amendment (CIP)
• Ordinance to convey property at 1200 Shenandoah to Waynesboro Redevelopment and Housing Authority
• $4,052,513 fiscal year 2027 budget amendment (Small Capital)

City Council approved a maintenance agreement with Buckingham Branch Railroad to install a gateway sign for the Port Republic Road neighborhood. The Council also introduced several budget amendments and a property transfer for affordable housing to be considered at a future meeting.

• Approved maintenance agreement for Port Republic Road neighborhood sign (4-0)
• Adopted FY26 budget amendment of $17,752,989 (CIP) (4-0)
• Adopted FY27 budget amendment of $720,000 (CIP) (4-0)
• Adopted 2026 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance to transfer property at 1200 Shenandoah Avenue to WRHA for affordable housing (5-0)
• Introduced FY27 budget amendment of $4,052,513 for small capital items
• Introduced FY26 budget amendment of $6,670,000 for high school construction grant funds

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to initiate a referendum on adding a 1% retail sales tax for school construction and renovation projects. The meeting also includes several proposed ordinances to amend the fiscal year 2026 and 2027 budgets.

• Resolution initiating a referendum for an additional 1% retail sales tax for city school capital projects
• Ordinance amending the fiscal year 2026 budget by $17,752,989 (CIP) and $6,670,000
• Ordinance amending the fiscal year 2027 budget by $720,000 (CIP) and $4,052,513 (Small Capital)
• Resolution authorizing the Port Republic Road Neighborhood Sign Project
• Approval of downtown road closures for Chili Brews and Blues Festival and Virginia Fall Foliage Art Show

Planning Commission

Esta es una sesión de trabajo de la Comisión de Planificación de Waynesboro. El único punto del orden del día es la continuación de la discusión sobre el uso de la tierra para la actualización del Plan Integral Waynesboro Together, dirigida por consultores de EPR, PC. No hay votaciones ni audiencias públicas programadas; se trata de una sesión de trabajo para la deliberación.

• Continuación de la discusión sobre el uso de la tierra para la actualización del Plan Integral Waynesboro Together dirigida por Will Cockrell y Tyler Hinkle de EPR, PC

Boards and Commissions

La Junta Electoral de Waynesboro se reunirá para gestionar asuntos relacionados con las Primarias de agosto, incluyendo la selección de oficiales electorales (OEs), la finalización de los detalles de capacitación y la revisión del desempeño del registrador. La junta también dará la bienvenida a un nuevo miembro, Alex Branch, y asignará deberes entre el registrador y la junta.

• Seleccionar OEs para las Primarias de agosto
• Dar la bienvenida a Alex Branch y revisar la asignación de deberes
• Confirmar la fecha, el contenido y el formato para la capacitación de las Primarias de agosto
• Revisar la disponibilidad de los OE y seleccionar trabajadores para la elección
• Llevar a cabo la Revisión de Desempeño del Registrador

The board adopted the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Selection of election officials for the August primary and the registrar's performance review were both tabled until July 21, 2026. ADA ward assignments were distributed among board members.

• Adopted agenda and previous minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled selection of August primary election officials until 7/21/2026
• Tabled registrar performance review until 7/21/2026
• Assigned ADA responsibilities: Mrs. VanName (Ward A), Mrs. Williams (Ward D), Mrs. Jones (Ward B and C)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Waynesboro llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará la introducción de una ordenanza para enmendar el presupuesto del FY2026 en $17,752,989 para mejoras de capital. También considerarán la adopción del Plan de Mejoras de Capital FY2027-2030 y la introducción de una ordenanza para enmendar el presupuesto del FY2027 en $720,000. Otros puntos incluyen una resolución de apoyo a una solicitud de subvención FEMA BRIC, una proclama de jubilación para la Registradora Lisa Jeffers y la recepción de los informes financieros del tercer trimestre.

• Audiencia pública sobre la ordenanza que enmienda el presupuesto del FY2026 en $17,752,989 para el CIP
• Consideración de la adopción del Plan de Mejoras de Capital FY2027-2030
• Consideración de la ordenanza que enmienda el presupuesto del FY2027 en $720,000 para el CIP
• Consideración de la resolución de apoyo a la solicitud de subvención FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
• Proclama felicitando a la Registradora Lisa Jeffers por su jubilación

The council adopted a resolution supporting Waynesboro's application for a Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant of $3,328,350 to fund a new above‑ground water pump station, voting 4‑0. It also adopted the Fiscal Year 2027‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan by a 4‑0 vote. Ordinances to amend the FY2026 and FY2027 budget capital improvement amounts were introduced for future consideration. The meeting was adjourned with a 4‑0 vote.

• Adopted agenda (4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution of Support for BRIC grant $3,328,350 (4-0)
• Adopted Capital Improvement Plan FY2027‑2030 (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend FY2026 budget CIP ($17,752,989) for future vote
• Introduced ordinance to amend FY2027 budget CIP ($720,000) for future vote
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

La comisión llevará a cabo una discusión sobre el uso de la tierra como parte de la Actualización del Plan Integral Waynesboro Together. Otros puntos del orden del día son procedimentales: aprobación de actas anteriores, comentarios públicos e informes del personal.

• Actualización del Plan Integral Waynesboro Together – discusión sobre el uso de la tierra dirigida por EPR, PC
• Revisión y aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 21 de abril de 2026
• Periodo de comentarios públicos para temas que no estén en el orden del día

The Planning Commission held a regular meeting and adopted the agenda and approved the minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting. The main item was a land use discussion led by Will Cockrell of EPR, PC, covering proposed goals, strategies, city gateways, and the Brucheum property's development potential. No public comments, staff matters, or commissioner communications were presented. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 P.M.

• Adopted the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Approved the minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting unanimously.
• Heard a land use discussion on the Waynesboro Together Comprehensive Plan update, including gateway improvements and Brucheum property development potential.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:40 P.M.

Boards and Commissions

La Comisión Histórica de Waynesboro se reunirá en la Waynesboro Public Library. La agenda incluye una revisión de las actas y una discusión sobre la Shiloh Baptist Church.

• Revisión de las actas de la reunión
• Discusión sobre la Shiloh Baptist Church

Boards and Commissions

La Junta de la Waynesboro Public Library se reunirá el martes 16 de junio de 2026 a las 4:00 p.m. en la sala de reuniones de la biblioteca. No hay puntos del orden del día enumerados en el documento proporcionado.

The Waynesboro Public Library Board of Trustees met on June 16, 2026, and unanimously approved the May 2026 meeting minutes. The director reported a 16% increase in Libby usage compared to the previous May and noted that the community book distribution event was going well. The board continued discussions on the meeting room policy but took no action, and no new business was noted. The meeting adjourned until August 18, 2026.

• Approved May 2026 meeting minutes unanimously
• Continued discussion of meeting room policy (no action taken)

Boards and Commissions

La Junta Electoral de Waynesboro revisará las tareas de preparación electoral y discutirá los cambios legislativos para las primarias. Confirmarán la fecha y el contenido de la capacitación para las primarias de agosto, incluyendo la observación por parte de nuevos funcionarios electorales (OEs), y decidirán cuántos OEs son necesarios.

• Revisar las tareas de la junta para la preparación electoral
• Cambios legislativos para las primarias
• Confirmar la fecha y discutir el contenido de la capacitación para las primarias de agosto
• Decidir el número de funcionarios electorales (OEs) necesarios

The Waynesboro Electoral Board met on June 8, 2026, and approved the minutes from the May meeting unanimously. The board noted a training session for election officials on July 21 and scheduled Logic & Accuracy testing for June 12. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Noted training for new election officials and chiefs/assistant chiefs at library on July 21
• Scheduled L&A testing for June 12 at 1:00pm
• Adjourned meeting at 10:33am

City Council

El Concejo Municipal de Waynesboro llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre los aumentos de tarifas propuestos para la eliminación de residuos sólidos en el Augusta Regional Landfill y para los permisos de control de erosión y sedimentos. También considerarán la adopción del Plan de Acción Anual de la Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario (Community Development Block Grant) para el año fiscal 2027 y una resolución que aprueba un acuerdo de servidumbre de sendero verde con Brian Collins. Está programada una presentación sobre el informe anual del Blue Ridge Community College.

• Audiencia pública y posible adopción de una ordenanza que aumente las tarifas de eliminación en el Augusta Regional Landfill
• Audiencia pública y posible adopción de una ordenanza que aumente las tarifas de los permisos del Virginia Erosion and Sediment Program (VESMP)
• Audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Acción Anual propuesto de la Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario para el año fiscal 2027
• Considerar la adopción de la resolución para el Plan de Mitigación de Riesgos Regional de Central Shenandoah 2026
• Considerar la resolución que aprueba el acuerdo de servidumbre de sendero verde entre la ciudad y Brian Collins

The City Council adopted an ordinance increasing the commercial tipping fee at the Augusta Regional Landfill from $52 to $65 per ton, effective for commercial dumping only. The Council also adopted the 2026 Central Shenandoah Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved a $70,000 settlement with Brian Collins for a Greenway Trail easement. A public hearing was held on the FY2027 CDBG Annual Action Plan, but no action was taken.

• Adopted ordinance increasing commercial landfill tipping fee to $65/ton (5-0)
• Adopted 2026 Central Shenandoah Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 settlement with Brian Collins for Greenway Trail easement (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including May 26, 2026 minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación lleva a cabo una sesión de trabajo para analizar el uso de suelo como parte de la Actualización del Plan Integral Waynesboro Together, dirigida por los consultores Will Cockrell y Tyler Hinkle de EPR, PC. No hay votos ni decisiones programadas; se trata de una sesión únicamente de discusión.

• Actualización del Plan Integral Waynesboro Together – Discusión sobre el uso de suelo dirigida por consultores de EPR, PC

The Planning Commission held a joint work session to discuss the land use section of the Waynesboro Together comprehensive plan update. EPR consultants presented an overview of the update process, existing policies, neighborhood and investment area discussions, draft goals and strategies, and a market analysis. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; work session was informational only

City Council

El Concejo Municipal considerará la adopción de ordenanzas para una enmienda al mapa de zonificación y un permiso de uso condicional para permitir el desarrollo residencial multifamiliar en 0 y 720 Lew Dewitt Blvd. También presentarán ordenanzas para aumentar las tarifas de disposición en el Augusta Regional Landfill y aumentar las tarifas de permisos VESMP. Se encuentra para adopción una resolución que apoya la sustitución del Monumento a los Veteranos en el Riverview Cemetery por parte de la Waynesboro American Legion, y el concejo recibirá una presentación sobre las operaciones de la Valley Community Services Board y el proyecto CRC.

• Rezonificar una porción de 3 acres del Tax Map No. 41-3-112 en 0 Lew Dewitt Blvd de RG-5 (General Residential) a H-B (Highway Business)
• Otorgar un permiso de uso condicional para residencias multifamiliares en el distrito H-B en 0 Lew Dewitt Blvd y 720 Lew Dewitt Blvd
• Presentar una ordenanza que enmienda el Capítulo 66 para aumentar ciertas tarifas de disposición en el Augusta Regional Landfill
• Presentar una ordenanza que enmienda el Capítulo 30 para aumentar las tarifas de permisos del Virginia Erosion and Sediment Program (VESMP)
• Adoptar una resolución que apoya la sustitución del Monumento a los Veteranos en el Riverview Cemetery

City Council voted 4-0 to rezone a 3-acre portion at 0 Lew Dewitt Blvd from RG-5 (General Residential) to H-B (Highway Business) and approved a conditional use permit for multi-family residential at that site and 720 Lew Dewitt Blvd. Council also introduced ordinances to increase landfill tipping fees and erosion/sediment control permit fees, both to be finalized at the June 8 meeting. A resolution supporting the American Legion's replacement of the Veterans Memorial in Riverview Cemetery was adopted 4-0, and two appointments were made to the Regional Youth Commission.

• Adopted rezoning of 3 acres at 0 Lew Dewitt Blvd from RG-5 to H-B (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for multi-family residential at 0 and 720 Lew Dewitt Blvd (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance to increase landfill tipping fees at Augusta Regional Landfill (public hearing June 8)
• Introduced ordinance to increase VESMP permit fees and remove fee table from code (public hearing June 8)
• Adopted resolution supporting American Legion replacement of Veterans Memorial in Riverview Cemetery (4-0)
• Appointed David Lornz (3-year term) and Christine Thai (unexpired term) to Regional Youth Commission (4-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including May 11, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

Boards and Commissions

La Comisión Regional de Juventud llevará a cabo un panel de discusión con representantes de tres departamentos locales de Parques y Recreación para discutir sus programas para jóvenes y familias y explorar la colaboración con la Office on Youth (OOY). La reunión es solo presencial, con visualización limitada a través de computadoras portátiles. Las reuniones futuras revisarán el presupuesto del FY27 y los estatutos de la comisión en julio.

• Panel de discusión con tres departamentos locales de Parques y Recreación sobre programas para jóvenes y familias
• Discusión sobre cómo la OOY y Parques y Recreación pueden trabajar juntos
• Reunión solo presencial en el Rosenwald Community Center con visualización limitada a través de computadoras portátiles
• Revisión planificada del presupuesto finalizado del FY27 y los estatutos de la comisión en la reunión del 15 de julio

Boards and Commissions

Esta reunión de la Junta de la Biblioteca de Waynesboro no tiene temas de agenda sustantivos enumerados. La agenda solo proporciona la hora, el lugar y la información de contacto de la reunión. No hay decisiones ni discusiones programadas según la agenda publicada.

• La agenda contiene solo logística de la reunión; no hay asuntos sustantivos

The Waynesboro Public Library Board of Trustees met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The director reported that circulation was slightly down while e-resources and program attendance increased. The board discussed proposed amendments to the Meeting Room policy and raised questions about the Wi-Fi policy, but took no formal action on either.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)