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TJSWCD 2019 College Scholarship Application is OPEN
January 16, 2019
2019 TJSWCD Scholarship Announcement 2019 TJSWCD VASWCD Scholarship Application 2019 TJSWCD VASWCD Scholarship Guidelines Eddie Wood Biography TJSWCD 2019 college scholarship application is OPEN. Scholarship consideration is available to full-time students residing in our localities – who demonstrate an active…
Notice of Office Holiday Closing
January 14, 2019
County of Nelson Notice of Office Holiday Closing Nelson County courts, departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed on the following days in observance of State and National holidays: Nelson County offices will observe…
Rockfish Valley River Writers Contest
January 3, 2019
Rockfish River Valley Writers Contest is open for Submissions: Narrative Short Stories, Tales and Poetry There is no contest entry fee. Contest opens Tuesday, January 15th, 2019 and closes Thursday, May 30th, 2019 Letter for Submissions Rockfish Contest 2019 PDF…
Notice of Office Holiday Closing
December 21, 2018
County of Nelson Notice of Office Holiday Closing Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station and Collection Sites will be closed on the following days in observance of the New Year’s holiday: Nelson County offices…
Special Called Meeting of the Board of Supervisors-December 18th at 4PM
December 17, 2018
Agenda December 18, 2018 17 December, 2018 Stephen A. Carter Clerk, Nelson County Board of Supervisors P.O. Box 336 Lovingston, VA 22949 Dear Mr. Carter, Pursuant to §15.2-1418 of the Code of Virginia, this letter is to request a Special…
Notice of Office Holiday Closing
December 13, 2018
County of Nelson Notice of Office Holiday Closing Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station and Collection Sites will be closed on the following days in observance of the holidays: Nelson County offices will observe…
Special Called Meeting of the Board of Supervisors – December 4th at 4PM
November 30, 2018
Agenda December 4, 2018 30 November, 2018 Stephen A. Carter Clerk, Nelson County Board of Supervisors P.O. Box 336 Lovingston, VA 22949 Dear Mr. Carter, Pursuant to § 15.2-1418 of the Code of Virginia, this letter is to request a…
PUBLIC NOTICE – 2019 Virginia Telecommunications Initiative
November 26, 2018
PUBLIC NOTICE County of Nelson, VA – 2019 Virginia Telecommunications Initiative Public Comment Period The local government of Nelson County, Virginia herewith gives notice of its intent to partner with Central Virginia Electric Cooperative (CVEC) and Central Virginia Services, Inc.…
Small Business Saturday – November 24, 2018
November 21, 2018
Small Business Saturday Saturday, November 24, 2018 is Small Business Saturday® – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. Please join the SBA and organizations across the country in supporting your local…
Christmas Trees Available Nov. 23rd
November 19, 2018
Christmas Trees 2018 Apple Shed 14815 Thomas Nelson Highway, (Route 29) Lovingston, VA 22949 434-263-8843 Fresh-cut Frasier Fir Christmas trees available December 2018. Open 7 Days a Week/ 10AM to 5PM. Davis Creek Tree Farm…
Notice of Office Holiday Closing
November 13, 2018
County of Nelson Notice of Office Holiday Closing Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station and Collection Sites will be closed on the following days in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday: Nelson County offices will…
Notice of Office Holiday Closing
November 6, 2018
County of Nelson Notice of Office Holiday Closing Nelson County courts, departments and offices will be closed on Monday, November 12, 2018 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. County courts, departments and offices will reopen for regular hours of…
VOTE Nov. 6th – Polls are Open 6am to 7pm on Election Day
November 5, 2018
Be sure to VOTE on Tuesday, November 6th! Polls are open 6am – 7pm on Election Day. Click on link below for your voting location: Voting Precincts: http://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/residents/voter-registration/voting-precincts/
Special Called Meeting of the Board of Supervisors – Planning Session
October 31, 2018
October 30, 2018 Stephen A. Carter Clerk, Nelson County Board of Supervisors P.O. Box 336 Lovingston, VA 22949 Dear Mr. Carter, Pursuant to §15.2-1418 of the Code of Virginia, this letter is to request a Special Called Meeting of the…
Diabetes Information Sessions Nov. 3 and Nov. 8
October 29, 2018
Make a Difference! Lend Us Your Voice! Local healthcare organizations and other community-based nonprofits want persons most affected by diabetes to share their voice. We invite African Americans and Latinos to join a community-led work group to recommend solutions to…
Final Board of Equalization Hearing Dates Set for November and December 2018
October 25, 2018
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION FOR COUNTY OF NELSON Public notice is hereby given pursuant to §58.1-3378 of the Code of VA that the Board of Equalization for Nelson County will meet on the days hereafter listed for the purpose of hearing…
Virginia Cooperative Extension Community Needs Assessment Survey
October 24, 2018
Every 4-5 Years, the Virginia Cooperative Extension Office is required to complete a Community Needs Assessment Survey. The purpose of this survey is to gather information about issues in Nelson County and the results will help in shaping Virginia Cooperative Extension…
Blue Ridge Outdoors “Best of the Blue Ridge!” Vote by Oct. 29th
October 22, 2018
Congrats to Nelson County nominees in Blue Ridge Outdoor Magazine’s ninth annual “Best of the Blue Ridge” featuring people, business, food & drink, destination and event categories. Here’s the link: Vote for your favorites by Oct. 29th and spread the…
Trunk or Treat Event Oct. 31st – Nelson County Sheriff’s Office
October 12, 2018
TRUNKORTREAT2018FLYER Join the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office for this family Halloween Event! 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat Event 2018 Oct. 31, 2018 from 5-7 p.m. at the Nelson County Courthouse (lower level parking lot). Click on link above for full…
Board Proclaims October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October 11, 2018
RESOLUTION R2018-52 NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH WHEREAS, the problems of domestic violence are not confined to any group or groups of people but cross all economic, racial and societal barriers, and are supported…
2018 Cyber Security Conference – Oct. 23
October 9, 2018
2018 Cyber Security Conference October 23, 2018 – 8:00am – 4:30pm Albemarle County Offices, 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901 In the last couple years, the Central Virginia SBDC has hosted a number of workshops introducing cyber security awareness basics to businesses in…
Meeting for the Nelson County Christmas Parade 2018 – Sat. 9/29
September 25, 2018
A meeting for the Nelson County Christmas Parade 2018 – Open to the public / All are welcome. We will announce the winner of the “Parade Theme Contest” at this meeting. When: Saturday, September 29, 2018. Time: 5:00 PM Where:…
Medicare Open Enrollment Information
September 13, 2018
Medicare Open Enrollment flyer (Adobe Acrobat file format)
AEP Hurricane Preparation Wednesday 9/12
September 11, 2018
Appalachian Power Hurricane Florence Preparation Update: Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018 Situation Appalachian Power is planning its response to Hurricane Florence, currently a Category 4 storm expected to make landfall in the Carolinas this Friday. Forecast models continue to indicate Florence…
Hurricane Florence -National Weather Service Update 9/11 @ 9:30 am
NWS Hurricane Florence Update September 11, 2018 @ 9:30 am
Addendum #2 Issued for RFP#2018-NC-NML
August 14, 2018
Request for Proposal Number RFP #2018-NC-NML Professional Architectural, Engineering and Planning Services Nelson County – Nelson Memorial Library Design and Construction Services – Issued: July 22, 2018 Addendum 2– Issued August 14, 2018 The purpose of Addendum 2 is to…
2018 Lockn’ Festival Transportation Information
August 10, 2018
The Lockn’ Festival returns to Nelson County for its sixth year in 2018, from August 23-26, to Infinity Downs Farm in Arrington. Consider signage to Welcome Lockn’ Festival attendees to Nelson County! FACTS & FIGURES: Ticket Purchasers – 68% are…
Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda – August 14, 2018 2PM & 7PM
August 7, 2018
AGENDA NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS August 14, 2018 THE REGULAR MEETING CONVENES AT 2:00 P.M. IN THE GENERAL DISTRICT COURTROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON I. Call to Order A. Moment of Silence B. Pledge of Allegiance II. Consent…
Virginia Sales Tax Holiday – August 3-5, 2018
August 1, 2018
When is it? August 3-5, 2018. The 3-day sales tax holiday starts the first Friday in August at 12:01 am and ends the following Sunday at 11:59 pm. What is it? During the sales tax holiday, you can buy qualifying school…
Nelson Makes the List – Twice! 2018 Virginia Vistas Photo Contest
July 31, 2018
Scenic Virginia Press Release re 2018 Virginia Vistas Photo Contest 07-30-18
Addendum #1 Issued for RFP #2018-NC-NML
Addendum #1 RFP 2018-NC-NML Request for Proposal Number RFP #2018-NC-NML Professional Architectural, Engineering and Planning Services Nelson County- Nelson Memorial Library Design and Construction Services – Issued: July 22, 2018 Addendum 1-Issued July 31, 2018 The pmpose of Addendum…
Planning Commission Special Meeting August 8th @ 6 PM -Old Board of Supervisors Room #420
July 30, 2018
The Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss SUP #2018-05 (Rockfish Valley Events LLC) on August 8th, 2018 at 6:00 PM in the General District Courtroom. This meeting will be open to the public but will not be…
RFP Issued for AE Services – Nelson Memorial Library Expansion
July 23, 2018
RFP #2018-NC-NML Issued 7-22-18 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS NELSON COUNTY, VIRGINIA NELSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Nelson County seeks proposals from qualified architectural and/or engineering firms to provide professional services to assist the County…
Board of Supervisors July 10, 2018 Meeting Agenda – 2 PM Afternoon Session Only
July 6, 2018
July 10, 2018 BOS Packet AGENDA NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS July 10, 2018 THE REGULAR MEETING CONVENES AT 2:00 P.M. IN THE GENERAL DISTRICT COURTROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON I. Call to Order A. Moment of Silence B.…
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE & BULKY WASTE DAYS – CHARLOTTESVILLE
July 2, 2018
Household Hazardous Waste & Bulky Waste Days – Charlottesville September 28 @ 9:00 am – September 29 @ 2:00 pm The Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority will be holding a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) & Bulky Waste Days event. This event will…
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAYS – LYNCHBURG
The Region 2000 Household Hazardous Waste and Electric Recycling Service is holding a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) & Bulky Waste Day. This event will take place on Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 8:00am – 12:00pm at the Concord Turnpike Convenience…
SBDC Workshop: Doing Business with the Commonwealth of Virginia
Workshop Flyer Wed. September 19, 2018 – 9:30AM to 12PM at the Nelson Center, Lovingston, VA 22949 Are you interested in selling your goods and services to the Commonwealth of Virginia and ready to take advantage of the powerful marketing tools available…
2018 Nelson County 4th of July Parade
June 26, 2018
The 2018 Nelson County 4th of July Parade will be held on Wednesday, July 4th, 2018 at 11:00am. Please see the County Events Calendar for details.
It’s Peach Season in Nelson County!
June 25, 2018
Pick up fresh Peaches at your local Nelson County Orchard now through September! Many varieties available, both yellow and white — load up on all your favorites! Pre-picked, Pick-your-own Peaches, and other fresh summer fruit including Nectarines, Plums, Raspberries and…
Document Destruction Day June 16th at Rockfish Valley Community Center
June 13, 2018
Document Destruction Day at the Rockfish Valley Community Center Sat. June 16th 10AM to 2PM. Presented by The Nelson County Chamber of Commerce and Rogers and Associates, P.C. Rain or shine. Drive through, drop off, and watch documents shredded right in front…
Summer Food Service Program at Nelson County Public Schools
June 11, 2018
Nelson County Public Schools, School Nutrition Department, is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or…
Pick-Your-Own Blueberries & Cherries – Now in Season!
June 6, 2018
It’s time for Blueberries and Cherries – with Pick-Your-Own opportunities available at the following orchards: CRITZER FAMILY FARM: Cherries M-Sat. 8am-6pm SAUNDERS BROTHERS: Cherries June 12 – 10:30 am Kids only event June 16 & June 23 9am – 5pm…
Board of Supervisors Agenda – June 12, 2018
June 5, 2018
PRELIMINARY AGENDA NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS June 12, 2018 THE REGULAR MEETING CONVENES AT 2:00 P.M. IN THE GENERAL DISTRICT COURTROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON I. Call to Order A. Moment of Silence B. Pledge of Allegiance II.…
Service Authority Public Hearing – Proposed Water Rates for Atlantic Coast Pipeline LLC
June 1, 2018
Board and Commission Vacancies
The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking interested individuals to serve on the following Committees/Boards as of July 1, 2018: Board of Building Appeals: 2 At Large seats N.C. Economic Development Authority Board: 2 At Large seats N.C. Library…
WITHDRAWN: Special Use Permit #2018-01 – Retail Store/Restaurant (Afton Depot -T. Rath)
May 2, 2018
Special Use Permit #2018-01 – Retail Store/Restaurant (Afton Depot -T. Rath) has been withdrawn by the applicant. The Board of Supervisors will not consider action on this SUP at their regular May 8th Board meeting.
Invitation for Bid – Blue Ridge (Crozet) Tunnel Project Phase 2
May 1, 2018
2018.05.23 Addendum 1 Advertisement for Sealed Bids IFB #2018-NCBRTPH23 Blue Ridge (Crozet) Tunnel Rehabilitation & Trail Project – Phase 2 Nelson County, Virginia Sealed Bids in duplicate on the referenced project will be received in the office of the Nelson…
Virginia Fire Services Board Report on Nelson County Fire and EMS
April 28, 2018
Nelson Co. Fire and EMS Study Presentation (Power Point) Final Nelson County Fire and EMS Report – March 2018 (Adobe Acrobat)
BOS Public Hearing May 10, 2018 at 7PM – FY19 Budget
April 26, 2018
PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Budget for 2018/2019 The Nelson County Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing on the proposed budget for the 2018/2019 fiscal year on Thursday, May 10, 2018, in the General District Courtroom within the County Courthouse located…
BOS Public Hearing May 8, 2018 at 7PM-Proposed 5% Admissions Tax
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AMENDMENT OF THE CODE OF NELSON COUNTY, VIRGINIA CHAPTER 11, TAXATION, ARTICLE XI (NEW) ADMISSIONS TAX In accordance with Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of…
