March 11, 2025 BOS Packet

March 11, 2025 CA Report

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MARCH 11, 2025
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2025-12 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2025-13 FY25 Budget Amendment
C. Resolution – R2025-14 FY26 Creative Communities Partnership Grant

IV. PROCLAMATION – American Red Cross Month (P2025-01)

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. VDOT Secondary Six Year Plan Work Session (R2025-15)
C. FY26 Draft General Fund Budget Introduction (Rescheduled for March 18, 2025)

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Proposed Appointment of Wintergreen Fire Marshal (R2025-10)
B. FY26 County Health Insurance Renewal Authorization (R2025-16)
C. Proposed Amendments to Chapter 2, Article IV, Section 2-125 Elections, Terms, Vacancies (R2025-17)
D. Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Update – Zoning District Drafting

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO §2.2-3711(A)(7) REGION 2000 LANDFILL LITIGATION

IX. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

X. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARING

A. Proposed Bond Financing – High School Renovation Project (R2025-18)

Consideration of a resolution authorizing the issuance of an estimated maximum of $25,000,000 principal amount of general obligation school bonds of the County. The proposed uses for which more than ten percent of the Bond proceeds are expected to be used are the financing of the design, improvement, renovation, construction and equipping of public school facilities, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire safety, roadway and parking lot, security and other upgrades and renovations at Nelson County High School, and also including costs of issuance of the Bonds, all of which constitute a capital project for public school purposes. The Bonds will be sold to the Virginia Public School Authority.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO MARCH 18, 2025 AT 10 A.M. FOR A BUDGET WORK SESSION.

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking interested individuals to serve on the following Committees/Boards:

NC Economic Development Authority (EDA) – 1 vacancy, term expiring 6/30/25
NC Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) – 1 seat at large for alternate

If you are interested in filling any of the above positions, please contact your District Supervisor and complete & submit an Appointment – Statement of Interest Form which may be obtained from the Nelson County website at https://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/. The completed form may be faxed to 434-263-7004, emailed to , or mailed to County Administrator’s Office, P. O. Box 336, Lovingston, VA 22949. If you have questions, please call 434-263-7000.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Residential Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Days

Household Hazardous Waste Collection at the Ivy Materials Utilization Center will be held 9am-3pm on:

• Spring 2025
  • Friday, April 25, 2025
  • Saturday, April 26, 2025
• Fall 2025
  • Friday, September 19, 2025
  • Saturday, September 20, 2025

HHW collections are free only to residents of Albemarle County, Charlottesville, and Town of Scottsville, and available to Nelson County residents who obtain a voucher from Nelson County government.

Nelson County residents can obtain vouchers at any of the staffed collection sites, County Administration office or contact Sue Baker, Recycling Coordinator, at .

For more information click here: https://www.rivanna.org/hhw/ 

Rivanna Solid Waste Recycling Newsletter – Spring 2025 (002)

In accordance with requirements from the 2019 legislative session amending Section 15.2- 2511 of the Code of Virginia, effective July 1, 2019, if the locality’s audit is not completed as required by this statute, the locality must promptly post a statement on its website.

FY24-Nelson County-Locality Audit Delay Website Notification 02-27-2025

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE INTENTION
OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO PROPOSE FOR PASSAGE A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF AN ESTIMATED MAXIMUM OF $25,000,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL BONDS, SERIES 2025 FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE DESIGN, IMPROVEMENT, RENOVATION, CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING OF PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITIES

Notice is hereby given to all interested persons of a public hearing concerning the intention of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Nelson, Virginia (the “County”), to propose for passage at a regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors of the County to be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the General District Courtroom of the Nelson County Courthouse, 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia regarding a resolution authorizing the issuance of an estimated maximum of $25,000,000 principal amount of general obligation school bonds (the “Bonds”) of the County.  The proposed uses for which more than ten percent of the Bond proceeds are expected to be used are the financing of the design, improvement, renovation, construction and equipping of public school facilities, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire safety, roadway and parking lot, security and other upgrades and renovations at Nelson County High School, and also including costs of issuance of the Bonds, all of which constitute a capital project for public school purposes.  The Bonds will be sold to the Virginia Public School Authority.

Persons may appear and present their views at the public hearing.  A copy of the full text of the resolution is on file in the office of the County Administrator of the County located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia 22949.  Persons requiring special assistance to attend or participate in this hearing should contact the Office of the County Administrator at (434) 263-7000 at least five (5) days in advance of the public hearing.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE
COUNTY OF NELSON, VIRGINIA

NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE FOR DELINQUENT TAXES

Pursuant to Decrees entered in the Circuit Court of Nelson County, Virginia, the undersigned Robert C. Goad III, Special Commissioner of said Court, will offer for sale pursuant to Section 58.1-3965 et seq. of the Code of Virginia, at public auction in the Nelson County General District Court Courtroom of the Courthouse of Nelson County, Nelson, Virginia, on:

      MARCH 28, 2025

        11:00 a.m.

 the following described properties located in Nelson County for payment of delinquent real estate taxes:

PARCEL 1: Tax Map Number 7-A-106: Located in the Rockfish Magisterial District of Nelson County, Virginia containing four (4) acres, more or less, designated as 514 Durrett Town Road; last owner of record Juanita E. Dennis and Chanel Dennis.

Circuit Court File No.: CL19000138-00

PARCEL 2: Tax Map Number 77-A-210: Located in the Lovingston Magisterial District of Nelson County, Virginia containing 1.75 acres, more or less, near Arrington; last owner of record Howard H. Brown and Alberta Brown.

Circuit Court File No.: CL24000139-00

PARCEL 3: Tax Map Number 54-A-39: Located in the Massies Mill Magisterial District of Nelson County, Virginia containing thirty-five (35) acres, more or less, located on the waters of Tye River, just below Massies Mill; last owner of record Rosenham Key.

Circuit Court File No.: CL24000086-00

PARCEL 4: Tax Map Number 81-A-13: Located in the Lovingston Magisterial District of Nelson County, Virginia containing 1.97 acres, more or less, located on Warminster Road; last owner of record Joseph L. McFadden.

Circuit Court File No.: CL24000138-00

PARCEL 5: Tax Map Number 78-A-9A: Located in the Lovingston Magisterial District of Nelson County, Virginia containing sixteen and half (16.5) acres, more or less, located on or near Variety Mills Road and Harlow Lane; last owner of record Willie Turner and others.

Circuit Court File No.: CL24000098-00

PARCEL 6: Tax Map Number 78-A-9B: Located in the Lovingston Magisterial District of Nelson County, Virginia containing fifteen (15) acres, more or less, located on or near Variety Mills Road; last owner of record Winston E. Turner.

Circuit Court File No.: CL24000085-00

PLACE OF SALE:  Nelson County General Circuit Court Courtroom, Courthouse of Nelson County, 84 Courthouse Square, 2^nd Floor, Lovingston, Virginia 22949.

 TERMS OF SALE:  Parcels to be sold are identified above by name(s) of last owner(s) of record, Nelson County Tax Map Number, Circuit Court File Number, and a brief description.

These proceedings are for the sale of real property for payment of delinquent taxes under the provisions of Section 58.1-3965, et seq. of the Code of Virginia and are judicial sales under Court Order.

 Properties are offered for sale AS-IS, WHERE-IS, IF-IS, with all faults, and with no representations or warranties, expressed or implied, of any kind, in particular with respect to zoning, physical condition, topography, soil type percolation or content, availability of public utilities or availability of potable water.  The Special Commissioner does not warrant the location, condition or suitability of the property for any particular purpose.  The Special Commissioner makes no representations or guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of the descriptions of the parcels listed above, information being only from land records.  All information provided is not guaranteed for either its completeness or accuracy.

 The real estate shall be sold in gross and not by the acre.  The conveyance will be subject to possible rights of parties in possession.

 Title research and opinions concerning any subject property are at the option and expense of the purchaser and cannot be provided by the Special Commissioner.  Purchaser shall also be responsible for title insurance, survey, or any other costs of purchase and transfer.

 The risk of loss from fire, casualty, or otherwise, and all liabilities of ownership of the property pass to Purchaser upon the conclusion of the sale.

Announcements made the day of sale take precedence over any prior written or verbal terms of sale.

Special Commissioner reserves the right to withdraw from the sale any property listed and reserves the right to reject any bid declaring “No Sale” after the last bid received on each parcel.

A bidder’s deposit of ten percent (10%) of the purchase price, in cash or certified funds made payable to “Robert C. Goad III, Special Commissioner”, is required as to each parcel, and the balance of the purchase price due within thirty (30) days of approval of sale by the Nelson County Circuit Court.  The sale of each parcel is subject to the approval and confirmation of the Nelson County Circuit Court.  TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE IN SETTLING THIS TRANSACTION.

For court-approved sales, the properties will be conveyed by Special Commissioner’s Deed with Special Warranty of Title, subject to subdivision restrictions, utility easements, current taxes and zoning ordinances.  All recording costs, including grantor’s tax, will be at the expense of the purchaser.

The owner of any property listed above may redeem it at any time before the date of the sale by paying all accumulated taxes, with penalties and interest, the attorney’s fees and costs thereon, including the cost of publication hereunder.

Redemption of a property by a non-owner does NOT convey title to the property to the Redeemer, nor does such redemption alter the status of title to the subject property.  Redemption merely prevents the sale of a property.

_________________________________________

ROBERT C. GOAD III, Special Commissioner

FOR INFORMATION CONTACT:

Robert C. Goad III, Esquire

SHRADER & GOAD LAW OFFICE

330 S. Main Street

Post Office Box 428

Amherst, Virginia 24521

(434) 946-5161

(434) 946-0107 fax

VSB# 83186

I, Lisa D. Bryant, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Nelson County, Virginia, certify that the Decrees of Sale in the above-referenced civil actions direct that all payments by purchasers be made to the credit of Robert C. Goad III, Special Commissioner, and that, pursuant to Section 8.01-99 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, bond is required and has been posted by the Special Commissioner of Sale.

___________________________________

Lisa D. Bryant, Clerk, Nelson County Circuit Court

February 26, 2025 BOS-PC Packet

AGENDA
COUNTY OF NELSON
JOINT MEETING OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND PLANNING COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 26, 2025 AT 6:00 P.M.
FORMER BOARD ROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. JOINT WORKSESSION WITH PLANNING COMMISSION ON ZONING AND SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE UPDATES.

III. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

IV. ADJOURNMENT

2025 June Primary Order (Both Parties)

2025 June Called Primary Elections (for web)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING THE INTENTION
OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO PROPOSE FOR PASSAGE A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF AN ESTIMATED MAXIMUM OF $25,000,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL BONDS, SERIES 2025 FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE DESIGN, IMPROVEMENT, RENOVATION, CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPPING OF PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITIES

Notice is hereby given to all interested persons of a public hearing concerning the intention of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Nelson, Virginia (the “County”), to propose for passage at a regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors of the County to be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the General District Courtroom of the Nelson County Courthouse, 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia regarding a resolution authorizing the issuance of an estimated maximum of $25,000,000 principal amount of general obligation school bonds (the “Bonds”) of the County.  The proposed uses for which more than ten percent of the Bond proceeds are expected to be used are the financing of the design, improvement, renovation, construction and equipping of public school facilities, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire safety, roadway and parking lot, security and other upgrades and renovations at Nelson County High School, and also including costs of issuance of the Bonds, all of which constitute a capital project for public school purposes.  The Bonds will be sold to the Virginia Public School Authority.

Persons may appear and present their views at the public hearing.  A copy of the full text of the resolution is on file in the office of the County Administrator of the County located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia 22949.  Persons requiring special assistance to attend or participate in this hearing should contact the Office of the County Administrator at (434) 263-7000 at least five (5) days in advance of the public hearing.

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE
COUNTY OF NELSON, VIRGINIA

Thursday, February 20, 2025, Nelson County offices will open on time.  The County’s Transfer Station and Convenience Centers will be opening at 10:00 a.m.  Should conditions change, an update will be provided under News & Announcements.

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

Due to the inclement weather, Wednesday, February 19, 2025, Nelson County offices, including the County’s Transfer Station and Convenience Centers, will be CLOSED.

At this time, General District, J&D and Circuit Courts will maintain their regular hours of operation.  As conditions may change, please reach out to the Courts directly regarding their schedule.

General District Court (434) 263-7040
Juvenile & Domestic Court (434) 263-7030
Circuit Court (434) 263-7020

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

Due to the inclement weather forecasted for Wednesday, February 19, 2025, Nelson County offices, including the County’s Transfer Station and Convenience Centers, will open at 11:00 a.m.  Conditions will be evaluated in the morning, and should their be any changes, an update will be posted.

**At this time, General District, J&D and Circuit Courts will maintain their regular hours of operation.**

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station and Collection Sites, will open at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 due to inclement weather.

Nelson County General District, Treasurer’s Office, Commissioner of Revenue and Cooperative Extension will be closed.

Nelson County Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court will open at 12:00 p.m.

We will continue to monitor conditions, and should there be any changes, we will provide updates under News & Announcements.

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station and Collection Sites, will open at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 due to inclement weather.

Nelson County General District will be closed.

Nelson County Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court will open at 12:00 p.m.

We will continue to monitor conditions, and should there be any changes, we will provide updates under News & Announcements.

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Closing

Nelson County departments, offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station and all Collection Sites will be closed on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 due to inclement weather and will plan to reopen on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. In the event of any further delays, an update will be posted to the News & Announcements on the County webpage.

General District Court and Juvenile & Domestic Court will also be closed on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

All Public Safety Operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation. Stay safe.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

Due to the weather forecasted for tomorrow, the February 11, 2025 Board of Supervisors meeting will be cancelled and held on February 18, 2025 at 2 p.m. as authorized by the Board of Supervisors Annual Meeting Resolution R2025-01.

Resolution R2025-01 Annual Meeting

https://dof.virginia.gov/wildland-prescribed-fire/fire-laws/4-pm-burning-law/ 

UPDATE: February 11, 2025 – All county phones lines are back up.

February 10, 2025 – Nelson County Courthouse and all county departments phone lines are currently down. IT department is looking into this issue and hope to have it resolved soon. We will post an update as soon as the phones lines are back up and running. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We appreciate your patience as we work on getting this issue resolved. For emergencies please dial 911.

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County courts, departments and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025 in observance of Presidents Day and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

The Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, February 15, 2025 and Monday, February 17, 2025, and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

February 11, 2025 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2025-07 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2025-08 Budget Amendment

IV. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Virginia State Police H.E.A.T. Program Grant

V. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. VPSA Financing for High School Renovation Project (R2025-09)
B. Proposed Appointment of Wintergreen Fire Marshal (R2025-10)
C. Proposed Recreation Foundation

VI. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VII. REVIEW FY26 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND AGENCY REQUESTS

VIII. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO FEBRUARY 26, 2025 AT 6 P.M. FOR A JOINT WORKSESSION WITH THE PLANNING COMMISSION (AN EVENING SESSION WILL NOT BE CONDUCTED).

The Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission operates the Partnership for Accessible Transportation Help (PATH)—a transportation information and referral service. PATH assists individuals with inquiries about local transportation, with a special focus on helping older adults and people with disabilities find transportation options when they are unable to drive. The toll-free helpline (888-879-7379) serves Region 10, which includes the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Greene, Fluvanna, Louisa, and Nelson.

PATH website: https://pathva.org/

The Nelson County Health Department located at 1653 Thomas Nelson Hwy Arrington, VA 22922 is open for business. They are currently experiencing issues with their previous phone numbers being ported over to the new location. For assistance, please call 434-294-7196 for Environmental Health or 434-365-9667 and 434-294-7198 for Clinical Services.

Due to illness, the Registrar’s office is closing early on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. The Registrar’s office will be closed on Thursday, January 30, 2025 and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Monday, February 3, 2025.

For urgent questions please email or visit votingnelsoncountyva.org 

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
BOARD VACANCIES

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking citizens to serve on the following:

Nelson County Planning Commission – South District Vacancy
Nelson County Planning Commission – Central District Vacancy
JABA Council on Aging – 1 Vacancy

For more information, please contact the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000 or email . If interested in serving, please complete & submit an Application Form available at https://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/government/boards-commissions/. The completed form may be faxed to 434-263-7004, emailed to , or mailed to County Administrator’s Office, P. O. Box 336, Lovingston, VA 22949.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

The Nelson County Electoral Board meeting will be held on February 6, 2025 at the Registrar’s Office, located at 571 Front Street Lovingston, VA 22949, from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. For any questions please call the Registrar’s office at 434-263-7190.

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 the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday:

Nelson County offices will observe the following holiday schedule:
January 20, 2025 Closed

Nelson County Transfer Station will observe the following holiday schedule:
January 18, 2025 Closed
January 20, 2025 Closed

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

January 14, 2025 BOS Packet

County Administrator’s Report for January 2014 BOS Meeting

SUP 24-0014 – Large Solar Energy System – Wild Rose SUP Application

Wild Rose Siting Agreement 11-18-2024

20241119_Wild Rose_SUP Proposed Conditions

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
JANUARY 14, 2025
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. REORGANIZATION OF THE BOARD AND ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
A. Election of Chair and Vice Chair
B. Resolution – R2025-01 Annual Organizational Meeting of the Board and Appointments

III. PUBLIC COMMENTS

IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2025-02 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2025-03 Budget Amendment
C. Resolution – R2025-04 Support for Repairs and Strategic Plan Implementation Funding for the Blue Ridge Parkway
D. Resolution – R2025-06 Budget Amendment

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. 2026 General Reassessment – Gary Eanes
C. Nelson County Jail Utilization Report – Matthew Vitale, OAR

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Ambulance Transport Billing Rates (R2025-05)
B. Rockfish Valley Community Center Funding Request

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Rezoning #24-0289 – A-1 Agricultural to B-1 Business

Consideration of Rezoning application requesting County approval to rezone property from A-1 Agricultural to B-1 Business to align the subject property’s zoning with its current land use. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcels #58-A-7, 7A at 10761 Thomas Nelson Hwy. The subject properties are owned by SS Roundtree LLC.

B. Ordinance O2025-01 – Amendment to Chapter 7, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article IX, Local Authority to Reduce Speed Limits

Consideration of an ordinance proposed for passage to include language to authorize Nelson County as allowed by §46.2-1300 to reduce the speed limit to less than 25 miles per hour, but not less than 15 miles per hour, on any highway, including those in the state highway system, within its boundaries that is located in a business district or residence district for which the existing posted speed limit is 25 miles per hour.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

A. Special Use Permit #24-0014 – Large Solar Energy System, Wild Rose Solar
B. Proposed Siting Agreement – Large Solar Energy System, Wild Rose Solar
C. Wild Rose Solar Project Appeal of June 26, 2024 Planning Commission Substantial Accord Determination

V. ADJOURNMENT

County of Nelson
Notice of Solid Waste Transfer Station Closing and Collection Sites Delayed Opening

 Nelson County’s solid waste transfer station in Arrington will be closed on Saturday, January 11, 2025 due to the anticipated inclement weather overnight tonight through tomorrow morning, and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Monday, January 13, 2025.

The Nelson County solid waste and recycling collection sites will open at Noon on Saturday, January 11, 2025 to allow all sites to be cleared and accessible.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Closing

Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station, will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025 due to inclement weather and will reopen on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. In the event of any further delays, an update will be posted to the News & Announcements on the County webpage.

All Public Safety Operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation. Stay safe.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-1427 §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 14, 2025 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Rezoning #240289 – A-1 Agricultural to B-1 Business

Consideration of Rezoning application requesting County approval to rezone property from A-1 Agricultural to B-1 Business to align the subject property’s zoning with its current land use. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcels #58-A-7, 7A at 10761 Thomas Nelson Hwy. The subject properties are owned by SS Roundtree LLC.

2. Ordinance 2025-01 – Amendment to Chapter 7, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article IX, Local Authority to Reduce Speed Limits

Consideration of an ordinance proposed for passage to include language to authorize Nelson County as allowed by §46.2-1300 to reduce the speed limit to less than 25 miles per hour, but not less than 15 miles per hour, on any highway, including those in the state highway system, within its boundaries that is located in a business district or residence district for which the existing posted speed limit is 25 miles per hour.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station and the County Convenience Collection Sites will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 in observance of the New Year’s holiday, and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

All Public Safety Operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

December 18, 2024 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
DECEMBER 18, 2024
THE CONTINUED MEETING CONVENES AT 5:00 P.M. IN THE
GENERAL DISTRICT COURTROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC HEARING

A. Wintergreen Master Plan Amendment (Resolution R2024-84)

Consideration of a request for County approval to amend a portion of Wintergreen’s Master Plan. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #11-A-2G and is currently designated for residential development (Grassy Ridge I and II). The owner is proposing to place a portion (355.451 acres) of the property into an open space conservation easement. The subject properties are owned by Wintergreen Partners, Inc. a Virginia Corporation.

III. JOINT WORKSESSION WITH PLANNING COMMISSION ON ZONING AND SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE UPDATES.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

A. Proposed Work Order Amendment – Zoning Text for Short Term Rentals

V. ADJOURNMENT

Big Levels Fire_240140 Stats

Big Levels Fire Map

Facebook: USDA Forest Service – George Washington-Jefferson National Forest
Homepage: https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/gwj
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County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed on the following days in observance of the holidays:

Nelson County departments, offices, and the Solid Waste Transfer Station will observe the following holiday schedule:
December 24, 2024 Closed
December 25, 2024 Closed

Nelson County Convenience Collection Sites will observe the following holiday schedule:
December 25, 2024 Closed

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

In accordance with requirements from the 2019 legislative session amending Section 15.2- 2511 of the Code of Virginia, effective July 1, 2019, if the locality’s audit is not completed as required by this statute, the locality must promptly post a statement on its website.

Nelson County Delay of FY 2023-2024 Audit Completion Notification

Legal Notice of Public Hearing

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices so requiring, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Planning Commission hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 18 at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Public Hearings:

1. Rezoning #240289 – A-1 Agricultural to B-1 Business

Consideration of Rezoning application requesting County approval to rezone property from A-1 Agricultural to B-1 Business to align the subject property’s zoning with its current land use. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcels #58-A-7, 7A at 10761 Thomas Nelson Hwy. The subject properties are owned by SS Roundtree LLC.

Following these public hearings, the Planning Commission may vote to forward the applications to the Board of Supervisors (BOS) (with a recommendation for approval; a recommendation for approval with recommended conditions; or a recommendation for denial) for action by the Board.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-2204, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Public Hearing(s):

1. Wintergreen Master Plan Amendment

Consideration of a request for County approval to amend a portion of Wintergreen’s Master Plan. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #11-A-2G and is currently designated for residential development (Grassy Ridge I and II). The owner is proposing to place a portion (355.451 acres) of the property into an open space conservation easement. The subject properties are owned by Wintergreen Partners, Inc. a Virginia Corporation.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

December 10, 2024 BOS Packet

SUP 24-0014 – Large Solar Energy System – Wild Rose SUP Application

Wild Rose Siting Agreement 11-18-2024

20241119_Wild Rose_SUP Proposed Conditions

County Administrator’s Report 12-10-24

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
DECEMBER 10, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-79 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-80 Budget Amendment
C. Proclamation – P2024-06 National Wreaths Across America Day

IV. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Social Services Office Building Design Development – PMA (R2024-81)
C. Proposed County Financial Policies – Davenport

V. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. FFA Funding Request for National Western Stock Show in Denver
B. Proposed Work Order Amendment – Zoning Text for Short Term Rentals
C. Authorization for Public Hearing on Local Authority to Reduce 25 MPH Speed Limits (R2024-82)
D. Authorization for Public Hearing on Proposed Wintergreen Master Plan Amendment – Conservation Easement (R2024-83)

VI. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VII. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO §2.2-3711 (A)(8) – REGION 2000 SERVICES AUTHORITY

VIII. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Special Use Permit #24-0014 – Large Solar Energy System

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Large Solar Energy System on two adjacent properties zoned A-1 Agricultural. The applicant is Wild Rose Solar Project, LLC, a subsidiary of Savion, LLC. The two (2) subject parcels included in this Special Use Permit application total 4646.8 acres. The Project is sited on a portion of the subject parcels that totals approximately 2470 acres (“Project Limits”). Within the Project Limits, the footprint of the proposed infrastructure or “Project Footprint” will cover approximately 550 acres. The subject properties are located at Tax Map Parcels #97-1-9 (4599.4 acres owned by Weyerhaeuser Company) and #97-A-29 (47.4 acres owned by Joe & Bobby Hickey) in the Gladstone area. The public hearing for Special Use Permit #24-0014 will take place concurrently with the public hearing for the proposed siting agreement.

B. Proposed Siting Agreement – Large Solar Energy System

Consideration of a Proposed Siting Agreement between Wild Rose Solar Project, LLC and Nelson County, Virginia, pursuant to §15.2-2316.8 in connection with a solar facility proposed by Wild Rose Solar Project, LLC to be constructed on the following Tax Map Parcels #97-1-9 (4599.4 acres owned by Weyerhaeuser Company) and #97-A-29 (47.4 acres owned by Joe & Bobby Hickey) in the Gladstone area.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS APPLICABLE)

A. Wild Rose Solar Project Appeal of June 26, 2024 Planning Commission Substantial Accord Determination

V. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO DECEMBER 18, 2024 AT 5 P.M. FOR A PUBLIC HEARING, FOLLOWED BY A JOINT WORK SESSION WITH THE PLANNING COMMISSION.

Move Safely Blue Ridge, a safety action plan by the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC) is seeking your insights to help reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries in Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson counties, and the City of Charlottesville.

We’re developing a safety action plan to make travel safer for everyone, and your insights are essential!

The survey is open until December 6, 2024—it only takes a few minutes to complete, and your feedback will guide decisions that can save lives and make our region safer.

As a thank-you, you can enter to win a gift card at the end of the survey!

Take the survey now: http://bit.ly/4ezHzf2

Plus, don’t miss future updates and events! Visit our website and sign up for the Move Safely Blue Ridge mailing list at movesafelyblueridge.com, and stay tuned for interactive local events where you can learn more about the project and earn prizes for joining in.

Your voice matters—let’s make our roads safer together!

Whether you’re a driver, rider, cyclist, or pedestrian, your voice matters in shaping safety solutions for everyone. Join community members and the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission on December 11, 2024, from 12:00– 12:45 p.m. and 5:00 – 5:45 p.m. for a virtual community open house!

We want to hear your thoughts on ways to reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries in the region, as part of the Move Safely Blue Ridge project. Register at https://bit.ly/BlueRidge-OpenHouse 

#MoveSafelyBlueRidge

Notice 

Nelson County Treasurer 

Personal Property and Real Estate Taxes are due December 5, 2024

Payment options:

In person:  Treasurer’s Office located at the Courthouse at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, VA 22949. The Treasurer’s Office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Drop Box: Located at the Courthouse in front of the flags. No cash payments, please.

Mail: P.O. Box 100, Lovingston, VA 22949

Online: www.paynelsoncountyva.us

Phone: (434) 325-5575 or (434) 263-7060

RICHMOND, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) — A highway safety initiative will be taking place along Route 29 beginning this Friday November 22.

The Virginia State Police reports this is part of an effort to ensure people get to their Thanksgiving holiday destinations safely.

The initiative will be taking place from Fauquier County to the North Carolina state line, which covers about 200 miles of 29.

According to a release, troopers will be targeting speeding, reckless driving, distracted driving and seat belt violations.

Over the past year, data has shown an increase in the number of crashes, especially ones involving injuries, along the highway during the month of November.

Between November 2021 and November 2023, the number of crashes went up by 17 percent, from 659 to 774, in the area covered by this enforcement initiative.

VSP reports the number of crashes with injuries surged by 43 percent over that same period, from 277 to 396.

This effort will coincide with the state of Thanksgiving break for some colleges and universities.

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 10, 2024 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Special Use Permit #24-0014 – Large Solar Energy System

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Large Solar Energy System on two adjacent properties zoned A-1 Agricultural. The applicant is Wild Rose Solar Project, LLC, a subsidiary of Savion, LLC. The two (2) subject parcels included in this Special Use Permit application total 4646.8 acres. The Project is sited on a portion of the subject parcels that totals approximately 2470 acres (“Project Limits”). Within the Project Limits, the footprint of the proposed infrastructure or “Project Footprint” will cover approximately 550 acres. The subject properties are located at Tax Map Parcels #97-1-9 (4599.4 acres owned by Weyerhaeuser Company) and #97-A-29 (47.4 acres owned by Joe & Bobby Hickey) in the Gladstone area. The public hearing for Special Use Permit #24-0014 will take place concurrently with the public hearing for the proposed siting agreement.

2. Proposed Siting Agreement – Large Solar Energy System

Consideration of a Proposed Siting Agreement between Wild Rose Solar Project, LLC and Nelson County, Virginia, pursuant to §15.2-2316.8 in connection with a solar facility proposed by Wild Rose Solar Project, LLC to be constructed on the following Tax Map Parcels #97-1-9 (4599.4 acres owned by Weyerhaeuser Company) and #97-A-29 (47.4 acres owned by Joe & Bobby Hickey) in the Gladstone area.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Move Safely Blue Ridge, a safety action plan by the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC) is seeking your insights to help reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries in Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson counties, and the City of Charlottesville.

We’re developing a safety action plan to make travel safer for everyone, and your insights are essential!

The survey is open until December 6, 2024—it only takes a few minutes to complete, and your feedback will guide decisions that can save lives and make our region safer.

As a thank-you, you can enter to win a gift card at the end of the survey!

Take the survey now: http://bit.ly/4ezHzf2

Plus, don’t miss future updates and events! Visit our website and sign up for the Move Safely Blue Ridge mailing list at movesafelyblueridge.com, and stay tuned for interactive local events where you can learn more about the project and earn prizes for joining in.

Your voice matters—let’s make our roads safer together!

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 observe the following holiday schedule:
November 27, 2024 Closed at Noon
November 28, 2024 Closed
November 29, 2024 Closed

Nelson County Transfer Station will observe the following holiday schedule:
November 28, 2024 Closed
November 29, 2024 Closed at Noon
November 30, 2024 Closed

Nelson County Convenience Collection Sites will observe the following holiday schedule:
November 28, 2024 Closed

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Gary L. Eanes, ASA
Wampler-Eanes Appraisal Group, Ltd.

The County of Nelson has retained Wampler-Eanes Appraisal Group, Ltd., to perform the County’s 2026 General Reassessment, effective January 1, 2026. The County is on a 4-year reassessment cycle.

Members of the reassessment team began visiting properties in the Fall of 2024. Assessors will be carrying photo ID’s and will have magnetic ‘County Reassessment’ signs on their vehicles. “We want to alert the public to this, because our assessors and data collectors will be coming to resident’s homes to view and assess dwellings and the overall property. Assessors will take exterior pictures and measurements while visiting each property,” said Gary L. Eanes, Vice-President of Wampler-Eanes Appraisal Group, Ltd. “It is the Assessor’s purpose to collect sufficient data to determine the fair market value of each property. It is our ultimate goal to get a good and accurate assessment of all real estate in the County,” said Wampler.

The field assessments are expected to be completed in October 2025. Notices of Reassessment with any proposed changes in assessed value are expected to be mailed to property owners in November 2025. These notices will give the details regarding the method of appealing the proposed assessed value.

The home office of Wampler-Eanes Appraisal Group, Ltd. is located in Daleville, Virginia. The owners, Steven I. Wampler and Gary L. Eanes have performed 154 reassessments in 57 Virginia and North Carolina localities over the last 25 years.

If residents have questions regarding the reassessment, they may contact the Nelson County Reassessment Office at 800-213-7314.

November 14, 2024 BOS Packet

County Administrators Report

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-73 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-74 Budget Amendment

IV. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. 2025 TJPDC Legislative Program – David Blount (R2024-75)
C. Storm Ready Certification – National Weather Service
D. Nelson Heritage Center VDH Renovation – Johnette Burdette

V. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Local Health Dept. Report and FY24 Carry Over Funds Request – Ryan McKay, VDH
B. Montebello Volunteer Fire Department’s Interest Free Loan Request (R2024-76)
C. Local Authority to Reduce 25 MPH Speed Limits in Business or Resident Districts
D. Route 151 Through Truck Restriction

VI. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VII. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO §2.2-3711 (A)(7) Region 2000 Landfill Litigation & §2.2-3711 (A)(8), §15.2-2316.8 Savion Solar Siting Agreement

VIII. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Special Use Permit #24-0239 – Dwelling Units in B-1 Business

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to utilize an existing building for mixed commercial and residential use on property zoned B-1 Business. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #58B-3-2 at 622 Front Street. The subject property is owned by Alexandra and Jesse Lopez Low.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURNMENT

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
BOARD VACANCIES

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking citizens to serve on the following:

T.J. Area Community Criminal Justice Board –1 Vacancy
JABA Council on Aging – 1 Seat Expiring

For more information, please contact the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000 or email . If interested in serving, please complete & submit an Application Form available at https://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/government/boards-commissions/. The completed form may be faxed to 434-263-7004, emailed to , or mailed to County Administrator’s Office, P. O. Box 336, Lovingston, VA 22949.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310 and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 14, 2024 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Special Use Permit #24-0239 – Dwelling Units in B-1 Business

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to utilize an existing building for mixed commercial and residential use on property zoned B-1 Business. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #58B-3-2 at 622 Front Street. The subject property is owned by Alexandra and Jesse Lopez Low.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County courts, departments and offices will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

The County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, November 9, 2024 and Monday, November 11, 2024.  It will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

Commonwealth of Virginia
Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE · October 29, 2024

CONTACTS:
Office of the Governor
Contact: Christian Martinez
Email:

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Agriculture Small Business Loan Fund for Counties Affected by Hurricane Helene

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Virginia Small Business Finance Authority in partnership with the Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission will offer disaster loans to farmers and agricultural and forestry small businesses located in counties affected by Hurricane Helene in Southwest Virginia.

The Agricultural Disaster Microloan Program will provide financial assistance to Virginia small businesses impacted by Hurricane Helene. The program offers loans of up to $50,000 to help farmers and owners of agricultural and forestry businesses recover from the storm’s effects, from revenue loss to the repair and replacement of damaged equipment.

The loan fund of $6 million will be available to any small business in the agriculture and forestry industries within the counties and cities of: Appomattox, Albemarle, Bedford, Bland, Botetourt, City of Bristol, Buchanan, Buckingham, Carroll, Charlotte, City of Covington, Craig, City of Danville, Dickenson, Floyd, City of Galax, Lee, Giles, Grayson, Greene, Madison, Montgomery, Nelson, City of Norton, Patrick, Pittsylvania, Pulaski, City of Radford, City of Roanoke, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise, and Wythe.

“Virginia’s farmers and forestry professionals are the backbone of our economy, and their resilience has always been a testament to the strength of our Commonwealth,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “Through the Agricultural Disaster Microloan Program, we’re ensuring that these vital industries have the resources they need to rebuild. This program is a crucial step in our ongoing efforts to restore and revitalize the communities hardest hit by Hurricane Helene.”

“Virginia’s agriculture and forestry businesses provide a critical foundation for local communities and our economy as a whole throughout Southwest Virginia,” said Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Matthew Lohr. “With this microloan program, we are offering small loans to farmers facing extraordinary challenges from Hurricane Helene. This initiative underscores our commitment to helping Virginia’s agricultural and forestry sectors not only survive but rebuild stronger than ever.”

“Agriculture is central to our economy and I’ve seen firsthand the impact Hurricane Helene had on our farming and forestry community,” said Tobacco Commission Vice-Chair, Delegate Will Morefield. “For many, recovery will take years but I am proud the Tobacco Commission is able to stand by them in this time of need by providing these loans to help them get back on their feet. Our producers are the foundation of our communities and we need to do everything we can so they can get back to doing what they do best: helping our communities grow and thrive.”

“Virginia Small Business Finance Authority’s goal is to help small business owners succeed. We help local businesses access capital by making loans and supporting community banks,” said Virginia Small Business Finance Authority’s Director Joe Shearin. “By partnering with the Tobacco Regional Revitalization Commission, we are making more resources available in the Southwest and Southside regions of Virginia.”

The Agricultural Disaster Microloan Program provides loans ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to cover various disaster-related needs, including equipment repair, temporary loss of revenue, and other expenses directly resulting from Hurricane Helene. Loans are available with a fixed interest rate of 2.5%, with a reduced rate of 1.5% for veteran-owned businesses, and feature flexible terms of up to 36 months, including an interest-only period of up to 90 days or a single-pay loan option for up to 120 days. No fees are required, and all eligible applicants must have satisfactory credit, be in good standing with the State Corporation Commission, and have established their business before October 1, 2022. Funds are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and must be used for approved purposes, which include repairs, equipment replacement, and temporary revenue loss, while debt refinancing, real estate, and passive investments are ineligible.

The program is funded by $5 million from the Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission (TRRC) and $1 million from Virginia Small Business Finance Authority (VSBFA), available through an active MoU between the two entities. TRRC funds are available exclusively to businesses located within the Commission’s designated footprint communities and operating within a disaster-designated county or city in Virginia, while VSBFA funds are open to qualifying businesses outside of the Tobacco Commission Region within a disaster designated county or city in Virginia.

Applications for the Agricultural Disaster Microloan Program will be accepted through December 31, 2024. To apply and for more information on eligibility and application guidelines, visit the VSBFA website or contact VSBFA directly at https://sbsd.virginia.gov/disasterrelief/ or calling (804) 786-1049.

– Office of the Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County courts, departments and offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 in observance of the Election Day holiday and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

The County Convenience Centers, the Solid Waste Transfer Station and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

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Meeting Agenda

– 7:00 – Meeting Convenes/Call to Order

– Review of Meeting Minutes:
– September 25, 2024 – Planning Commission

– Public Hearings
– SUP 24-0239 – Dwelling Units in B-1 – Jesse & Alexandra Lopez Low

– Other Business
– Discussion on Short Term Rentals

– Board of Supervisors Report

– Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting: November 20, 2024

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Planning Commission hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 23 at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Special Use Permit #240239 – Dwelling Units in B-1 Business

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to utilize an existing building for mixed commercial and residential use on property zoned B-1 Business. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #58B-3-2 at 622 Front Street. The subject property is owned by Alexandra and Jesse Lopez Low.

Following these public hearings, the Planning Commission may vote to forward the applications to the Board of Supervisors (BOS) (with a recommendation for approval; a recommendation for approval with recommended conditions; or a recommendation for denial) for action by the Board.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

Commonwealth of Virginia
Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE · October 10, 2024

CONTACTS:
Office of the Governor
Contact: Christian Martinez
Email:

Virginia Tourism Corporation
Contact: Juliana Thomas
Email:

Blue Ridge Parkway to Reopen

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that the National Park Service will reopen the Blue Ridge Parkway on Friday, October 11, 2024. This follows a previous announcement that the Blue Ridge Parkway would be closed indefinitely to clear debris caused by Hurricane Helene. Visitors are invited to come experience fall in Virginia.

“Virginia is excited to announce that the Blue Ridge Parkway, the nation’s most-visited park, is once again open for business. This is fantastic news for our communities, especially for the small businesses that rely on parkway travelers for their livelihoods. The prolonged closure due to Hurricane Helene has had a significant impact during fall foliage season, and this reopening will provide a much-needed boost to our local economy,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved, particularly the National Park Service, who have worked tirelessly during this challenging time to make this opening a reality. As we continue to recover from Hurricane Helene, we look forward to once again welcoming visitors from all 50 states and around the world, and I encourage all visitors to support our local businesses that celebrate and highlight the beauty of Virginia’s Blue Ridge so we can help them rebuild and thrive once again.”

The Blue Ridge Parkway is open for business in Virginia. Visitors should take note of the following:

• The Blue Ridge Parkway will open in phases according to the following schedule:
• Milepost 1 to milepost 198 soft opening on Thursday, Oct. 10, formal reopening on Friday, Oct. 11.
• Milepost 198 to milepost 217 at North Carolina state line to reopen the following week – exact date to be announced.
• National Park Service campgrounds will operate on a first-come, first-served basis until October 14, at which time existing reservations will be honored.
• Use Virginia 511 for road conditions throughout the state.
• Visitors should be aware that trail assessments have not been completed in all areas and caution should be exercised when hiking.
• Visitors may encounter reduced services due to staffing shortages, as many employees are assisting with operations in North Carolina, where the impacts of the storm were far more severe.
• Blue Ridge Parkway areas previously closed for construction will remain closed.
• Visit org for the latest travel updates.

The Nelson County Sheriff’s Office Cordially Invites the Community to a Listening Session

This event will take place on Thursday, November 7th, from 6:00 P.M-8:00 P.M. in the Nelson County High School Auditorium. This event will be hosted by the Nelson County Sheriff’s office, and all county residents are welcome to attend. Those in attendance for this event will include representatives from VDOT, the Virginia State Police, and Sheriff Embrey.

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
BOARD VACANCIES

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking citizens to serve on the following:

Planning Commission – East District Seat Vacancy
Board of Zoning Appeals – 1 Term Expiring 11/1/2024

For more information, please contact the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000 or email . If interested in serving, please complete & submit an Application Form available at http://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/government/boards-commissions/. The completed form may be faxed to 434-263-7004, emailed to , or mailed to County Administrator’s Office, P. O. Box 336, Lovingston, VA 22949.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County courts, departments and offices, will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday, and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

The County’s Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, October 12, 2024 and Monday, October 14, 2024 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday, and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

October 8, 2024 BOS Packet

County Administrators Report

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OCTOBER 8, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-66 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-67 Budget Amendment

IV. PROCLAMATION– OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH (P2024-05)

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Social Services Office Building, Schematic Design Update – PMA Architecture
(R2024-68)

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. TJPDC Regional Housing Study & Local Funding Request (R2024-69)
B. Registrar’s Office Proposed Lease Agreement Revision (R2024-70)
C. Sheriff’s Department
1. Replacement of Body Worn Cameras (R2024-71)
2. Local Speed Enforcement Position Request
D. Proposed Davenport Financial Advisory Agreement Addendum (R2024-72)

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Special Use Permit #24-0213 – Public Garage

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a public garage on a property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #92-2-6, addressed 4365 Tye River Rd in Amherst. The subject property is 5.365 acres and is owned by Donna and Jay Hogston.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURNMENT

National Park Service – Full Parkway Closure For All Uses

The Blue Ridge Parkway is closed indefinitely to allow for a comprehensive and thorough assessment of damage related to Hurricane Helene.

Although our section didn’t receive much damage, there are places in North Carolina where the Parkway no longer exists. A lot of Virginia assets have been redirected to North Carolina.

Please adjust your travel plans accordingly. For updates and more information on closure, please visit the National Park Service website https://www.nps.gov/blri/planyourvisit/hurricane-helene.htm 

Nelson Memorial Library will be closing at 5:00pm today, Monday, September 30, 2024 due to inclement weather. For updates on the Nelson Memorial Library hours please visit https://jmrl.org/nelson or call 434-263-5904.

The Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail is now reopen!!

The Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail will remain CLOSED until further notice. We are working with our maintenance team to make needed repairs in a safe and timely manner. Check www.nelsoncountyrecreation.com or call (434)263-7130 for trail status updates.

Click Here to see order: Judge’s Order In Re – Actions Related to Elections on Election Day 2024

What is the difference between a Flood Watch and a Flood Warning Issued by the National Weather Service?

• Flash Flood Warning: Take Action! A Flash Flood Warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring. If you are in a flood prone area move immediately to high ground. A flash flood is a sudden violent flood that can take from minutes to hours to develop. It is even possible to experience a flash flood in areas not immediately receiving rain.
  Flash Flood Warnings are changing to an Impact-Based format to improve public response. Read the factsheet.
• Flood Warning: Take Action! A Flood Warning is issued when the hazardous weather event is imminent or already happening. A Flood Warning is issued when flooding is imminent or occurring.
• Flood Advisory: Be Aware: A Flood Advisory is issued when a specific weather event that is forecast to occur may become a nuisance. A Flood Advisory is issued when flooding is not expected to be bad enough to issue a warning. However, it may cause significant inconvenience, and if caution is not exercised, it could lead to situations that may threaten life and/or property.
• Flood Watch: Be Prepared: A Flood Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for a specific hazardous weather event to occur. A Flood Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding. It does not mean flooding will occur, but it is possible.

Sign up now for Nelson County Emergency Alert Notifications (If you have any questions about signing up for Emergency Notifications, please contact Nelson County Director of Emergency Services John Adkins: Phone: 434-263-7045 Email:

State and Federal Contacts:

 Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM):vaemergency.gov | (Facebook) VAemergency | X – (formerly Twitter) @VDEM

 Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) 511Virginia.org | (Facebook) VirginiaDOT | ( X ) @VaDOT

 Virginia State Police (VSP) vsp.state.va.us | (Facebook) VirginiaStatePolice | ( X ) @VSPPIO

 National Weather Service (NWS) ( X ) @NWSWakefieldVA @NWS_BaltWash @NWSBlacksburg

 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) fema.gov and ready.gov | (Facebook) FEMA | ( X ) @FEMA @FEMARegion3

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Closing

All Nelson County courts, departments and offices will close today, September 27, 2024 at 12:00 P.M. (noon) due to the worsening forecast for heavy rain and wind, on top of the already oversaturated ground; which may cause flash flooding, downed trees and power lines.  This closure includes the Registrar’s Office for early voting, the County’s Transfer Station and County Convenience Centers.

The Transfer Station plans to reopen on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 8:00 A.M. to 11:45 A.M., weather permitting.  The Convenience Centers will also open for normal hours of operation on Saturday (7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.), weather permitting.

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310 and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 8, 2024 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Special Use Permit #24-0213 – Public Garage

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a public garage on a property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #92-2-6, addressed 4365 Tye River Rd in Amherst. The subject property is 5.365 acres and is owned by Donna and Jay Hogston.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

September 19, 2024 BOS Retreat Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
THE CONTINUED MEETING CONVENES AT 10:00 A.M. AT THE LODGE,
THREE NOTCH’D BREWING COMPANY, NELLYSFORD, VA

10:00 A.M. I. CALL TO ORDER

10:02 -10:05 II. WELCOME & ITINERARY FOR THE DAY

10:05 – 11:30 III. DAVENPORT & COMPANY, INC. FINANCIAL ADVISORS
A. Draft Financial Policies Presentation Including:
a. Introduction/Peer Group Comparison/Policy Purpose
b. Fund Balance/Reserves (Financial Condition)
c. Revenues, Expenditures, Budgets, and CIP
d. Debt and Debt Capacity Update
e. Financial Reporting and Economic Development
f. Investment Management (Potential Future Policy)

11:30 – 12:00 IV. YEAR IN REVIEW (QUESTIONNAIRE SUMMARY)
A. What We Did Well/What Needs Improvement (Common Themes)

12:00 – 12:30 V. LUNCH (Working if Needed)

12:30 – 2:00 VI. BOARD GOALS FOR THE NEXT YEAR USING COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX – SHORT, ONGOING, OR SHORT/MID PRIORITIES
A. Rank Identified Focus Areas
B. Ways to Achieve Progress-Strategies

2:00 – 2:15 VII. 15 MINUTE BREAK

2:15 – 3:00 VIII. CONTINUATION OF ITEM VI.

3:00 – 3:45 IX. FY2025-2026 BUDGET PROCESS DISCUSSION

3:45 – 4:15 X. WRAP-UP

4:15 – 4:45 XI. OTHER BUSINESS (AS MAY BE PRESENTED)

5:00 XII. ADJOURNMENT

Wintergreen Firefighter Academy 2024-25

MAPP2Health CHA Survey Flyer

MAPP2Health Focus Group Flyer

The Core Group needs to hear from you! Nelson County encourages the community to participate in the following activities:

1. Focus Groups: Starting in October, MAPP2Health will host up to 21 focus groups throughout the year to gather insights from diverse community members. These one-hour sessions, held in-person or virtually, are designed to understand barriers to optimal health. Participants will receive a $25 Food Lion gift certificate.
   • We invite residents to complete the focus group interest form. The form along with promotional flyers can be found in multiple languages on the BRHD website.
2. Community Health Survey: MAPP2Health has launched the Community Health Survey on the BRHD website, for residents ages 18 and older from Albemarle, Charlottesville, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, or Nelson. MAPP2Health’s goal is to have at least 500 responses by December 2024, ensuring we capture a wide range of health concerns. The Community Survey is one of three ways to gather information from folks in Charlottesville, Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson County to determine the District’s health priorities for 2025-2028.
   • We encourage the community to complete a brief survey. You can find the survey in nine languages here BRHD website.

Your participation in the MAPP2Health process is essential as this collaborative effort, conducted every three years, aims to identify and address health needs that can advance health equity.

Interested in participating in the MAPP2Health process or have questions about the Community Survey? Contact BRHD at

Nelson County Virginia Cooperative Extension Office will be closed Tuesday, September 10th through Friday, September 13th while staff attends a conference for training.  The Extension Office will reopen on Monday, September 16th to assist the public.

September 10, 2024 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-63 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-64 Budget Amendment
C. Resolution – R2024-65 Tax Refund

IV. PROCLAMATION P2024-04 – PATRIOT DAY

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Departmental Report – Parks & Recreation
C. TJPDC 2024 Legislative Update – David Blount

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Proposed Work Order Amendment for Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Updates
B. Proposed Work Order Amendment for DSS Building Design Services

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO §2.2-3711 (A)(7) (AS NEEDED)

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Special Use Permit #24-0157 – Permanent Sawmill

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Permanent Sawmill on a property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #42-A-55, addressed 452 Modoc Lane in Roseland. The subject property is 176.195 acres and is owned by St. Dunstan’s Academy.

B. Ordinance O2024-01 – Creation of Agricultural & Forestal District – North Fork – 2290.254 acres

Consideration of a request for the creation of an Agricultural and Forestal District in the Montebello/North Fork area.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 AT 10 A.M. FOR A BOARD RETREAT

NCSO Speed Enforcement Media Release

SHERIFF M.E.EMBREY

NELSON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release                                                                                                                       Issue Date: August 30, 2024

Nelson County, VA- In response to a troubling increase in motor vehicle accidents resulting in serious injuries and fatalities from traffic-related violations where speed has been a factor, the Nelson County Sheriffs Office has forged a strong partnership with the Nelson County Commonwealth Attorney’s Office, in collaboration to curb this dangerous trend and make our roads safer for all motorists.

Speeding is not only a violation of the law; it is a direct threat to the lives of everyone in our community. Accidents involving speeding are absolutely preventable. We each have a responsibility to adhere to posted speed limits in an effort to protect each other.

The partnership between our Offices will enforce stricter consequences for speeding violations, and any other traffic-related violation that is a direct contributor to motor vehicle accidents. This collective effort is designed to send a clear message: If speed limits on Nelson County highways are not followed, violators can expect enhanced enforcement and more severe penalties. We are working together to reduce speed-related incidents and save lives.

The Nelson County Sheriffs Office and the Office of the Commonwealth Attorney urge all residents and visitors to slow down, follow speed limits, and help prevent unnecessary tragedies on our highways.

Together, we can create a safer, stronger community by making responsible choices behind the wheel. Let’s all do our part to protect the lives of our neighbors and loved ones, as every effort counts.

MEDIA CONTACT: SHERIFF MARK EMBREY

P.O. Box 36, 84 COURTHOUSE SQUARE, LOVINGSTON, VIRGINIA 22949 DEPARTMENT PHONE#: 434.263. 7050

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices so requiring, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Planning Commission hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 25^th at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Public Hearings

1. Special Use Permit #24-0213 – Public Garage

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a public garage on a property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #92-2-6, addressed 4365 Tye River Rd in Amherst. The subject property is 5.365 acres and is owned by Donna and Jay Hogston.

Following these public hearings, the Planning Commission may vote to forward the applications to the Board of Supervisors (BOS) (with a recommendation for approval; a recommendation for approval with recommended conditions; or a recommendation for denial) for action by the Board.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

Join the Sheriff’s office on Tuesdays in October from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Calvary Baptist Church located at 8408 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Lovingston, VA 22949.

Joint Kickoff Ordinance Updates Packet 8-28-24

AGENDA
COUNTY OF NELSON
JOINT MEETING OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND PLANNING COMMISSION
AUGUST 28, 2024 AT 4:00 P.M.
FORMER BOARD ROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON
(The meeting is a continued session from 08/13/24 (BOS) and special called session (PC))

I. CALL TO ORDER (Chair Parr and Chair Allen)

II. BERKLEY GROUP PRESENTATION
A. Project Overview & Schedule
B. Project Intent
C. Ordinance Purpose & Intent
D. Land Use Evaluation Report
i. Zoning Diagnostic
ii. Subdivision Diagnostic
iii. Comprehensive Plan Strategies Diagnostic
E. Community Engagement
F. Discussion: Project Priorities & Goals
i. What do you see as strengths in the current ordinance?
ii. What do you see as weaknesses in the current ordinance?
iii. Do you have any new zoning items to bring to our attention?
iv. Are there any other zoning related issues that are important to the community
that have not been mentioned?
G. Keys to Success
H. Next Steps

III. QUESTIONS & CLOSING

IV. OTHER BUSINESS

V. ADJOURNMENT

The Registrar’s Office will be closed on Monday, August 26, 2024, for offsite training. They will reopen on Tuesday, August 27,2024 at 9:00 am.

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310 and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 10, 2024 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Special Use Permit #24-0157 – Permanent Sawmill

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Permanent Sawmill on a property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #42-A-55, addressed 452 Modoc Lane in Roseland. The subject property is 176.195 acres and is owned by St. Dunstan’s Academy.

2. Creation of Agricultural & Forestal District – North Fork – 2290.254 acres

Pursuant to Section Sec. 9-201 of the Code of Nelson County, an application has been filed with the program administrator for tracts of land adjacent to property that you own in Nelson County. The request is for the creation of an Agricultural and Forestal District in the Montebello/North Fork area. The application will be on file open to public inspection in the Planning and Zoning office. Any political subdivision whose territory encompasses or is part of the district may propose a modification which must be filed with the Planning Commission within thirty (30) days of the date of the notice. Any owner of additional qualifying land may join the application within thirty (30) days from the date of the notice or, with the consent of the Board of Supervisors (BOS), at any time before the public hearing the BOS must hold on the application. Any owner who joined in the application may withdraw his land, in whole or in part, by written notice filed with the BOS, at any time before the BOS acts, pursuant to Code of Virginia, § 15.2-4309. Additional qualifying lands may be added to an already created district at any time upon separate application pursuant to this chapter.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In-person, early voting for Nelson County voters will be available at the Registrar’s Office located at  571 Front Street, Lovingston, VA 22949 beginning Friday, September 20, and ending Saturday, November 2, 2024.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., and

Saturdays, October 26 and November 2, from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
BOARD VACANCY

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking citizens to serve on the following:

Social Services Board – Central District Seat

For more information, please contact the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000 or email . If interested in serving, please complete & submit an Application Form available at http://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/government/boards-commissions/. The completed form may be faxed to 434-263-7004, emailed to , or mailed to County Administrator’s Office, P. O. Box 336, Lovingston, VA 22949.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Click here for a summary of events scheduled for September and October at the Ivy Solid Waste and Recycling Center: RSWA News_Fall 2024

Residential Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Days

Household Hazardous Waste Collection at the Ivy Materials Utilization Center will be held 9am-2pm on:

• Fall 2024
  • Friday, September 20, 2024
  • Saturday, September 21, 2024

HHW collections are free only to residents of Albemarle County, Charlottesville, and Town of Scottsville, and available to Nelson County residents who obtain a voucher from Nelson County government.

Nelson County residents can obtain vouchers at any of the staffed collection sites, County Administration office or contact Sue Baker, Recycling Coordinator, at .

For more information please click here: https://www.rivanna.org/hhw/ 

August 13, 2024 BOS Packet

August 13, 2024 County Administrator’s Report

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
AUGUST 13, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-57 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-58 Budget Amendment

IV. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Departmental Report – Animal Control

V. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Lovingston Sewer Project Support Agreement (R2024-59)
B. Wild Rose Solar Waiver of 60-Day Hearing Requirement
C. Forgiveness of $50,000 Rockfish Valley Fire & Rescue Loan (R2024-60)
D. Rescheduling of November 2024 Regular Meeting (R2024-61)
E. Authorization for Acceptance of Conveyance of Callohill Property (R2024-62)

VI. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VII. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO 2.2-3711 (A)(3) &(A)(7) (AS NEEDED)

VIII. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO AUGUST 28, 2024 AT 4 P.M. FOR A JOINT WORK SESSION WITH THE PLANNING COMMISSION (AN EVENING SESSION WILL NOT BE CONDUCTED)

Due to the inclement weather forecasted, Nelson County Departments and Offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station and County Convenience Centers, will open at 10 A.M. on Friday, August 9, 2024.  If you plan to visit one of our offices, please be sure to call ahead in case of any changes in schedule.

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

Old Board of Supervisors’ Meeting Room

County Courthouse

4-6PM August 28th, 2024

Call for Special Meeting 2024-08-28

The Virginia Cooperative Extension, Nelson County Office, located at 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway #102, Lovingston, VA 22949, will be closed all day today, August 8, 2024 and Friday morning, August 9, 2024. The office will reopen at 2pm on August 9, 2024.

As Tropical Storm Debby makes its way north, it is likely that Central Virginia will feel the effects. While Coastal Virginia might see higher winds, Central Virginia will get the rain. Many locations, including Nelson County, are currently under a Flood Watch until Friday evening. 

What is the difference between a Flood Watch and a Flood Warning Issued by the National Weather Service?

• Flash Flood Warning: Take Action! A Flash Flood Warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring. If you are in a flood prone area move immediately to high ground. A flash flood is a sudden violent flood that can take from minutes to hours to develop. It is even possible to experience a flash flood in areas not immediately receiving rain.
  Flash Flood Warnings are changing to an Impact-Based format to improve public response. Read the factsheet.
• Flood Warning: Take Action! A Flood Warning is issued when the hazardous weather event is imminent or already happening. A Flood Warning is issued when flooding is imminent or occurring.
• Flood Advisory: Be Aware: A Flood Advisory is issued when a specific weather event that is forecast to occur may become a nuisance. A Flood Advisory is issued when flooding is not expected to be bad enough to issue a warning. However, it may cause significant inconvenience, and if caution is not exercised, it could lead to situations that may threaten life and/or property.
• Flood Watch: Be Prepared: A Flood Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for a specific hazardous weather event to occur. A Flood Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding. It does not mean flooding will occur, but it is possible.

Tropical Storm Debby will slowly track from the Carolinas through Virginia from tonight through Friday evening. Several rounds of heavy rainfall will result in widespread totals of 4 to 6 inches with locally higher amounts possible. This will likely result in multiple instances of flash flooding.

• There is the expectation for flash flooding, especially inland from the coast, late tonight through Friday;
• Locally, 4-6 inches of rain is expected; this could change with the track of the storm;
• Do not drive through standing water on any roadway and stay out of waterways. It only takes a few inches of water to move vehicles and people downstream!
• Watch for downed trees and power lines and stay away from them! Contact numbers are provided below to report power outages, downed power lines, and downed trees;
• Keep your mobile devices and medical equipment plugged in and charged in case of power outage later on

Sign up now for Nelson County Emergency Alert Notifications (If you have any questions about signing up for Emergency Notifications, please contact Nelson County Director of Emergency Services John Adkins: Phone: 434-263-7045 Email:

State and Federal Contacts:

 Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM):vaemergency.gov | (Facebook) VAemergency | X – (formerly Twitter) @VDEM

 Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) 511Virginia.org | (Facebook) VirginiaDOT | ( X ) @VaDOT

 Virginia State Police (VSP) vsp.state.va.us | (Facebook) VirginiaStatePolice | ( X ) @VSPPIO

 National Weather Service (NWS) ( X ) @NWSWakefieldVA @NWS_BaltWash @NWSBlacksburg

 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) fema.gov and ready.gov | (Facebook) FEMA | ( X ) @FEMA @FEMARegion3

When is it?

August 2-4, 2024. 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 supplies, clothing, footwear, hurricane and emergency preparedness items, and Energy Star™ and WaterSense™ products without paying sales tax.

What items are eligible?

• School supplies, clothing, and footwear
  • Qualified school supplies – $20 or less per item
  • Qualified clothing and footwear – $100 or less per item
• Hurricane and emergency preparedness products
  • Portable generators – $1,000 or less per item
  • Gas-powered chainsaws – $350 or less per item
  • Chainsaw accessories – $60 or less per item
  • Other specified hurricane preparedness items – $60 or less per item
• Energy Star™ and WaterSense™ products
  • Qualifying Energy Star™ or WaterSense™ products purchased for noncommercial home or personal use – $2,500 or less per item

Detailed lists of qualifying items and more information for retailers can be found in the Sales Tax Holiday Guidelines.

Nelson Enrichment Club starts September 4 ,2024.

It is an engaging and supportive program for people with dementia and Parkinson’s that includes music, arts, brain games, physical fitness and more!

The Club meets on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 am until 2 pm at the Rockfish Presbyterian Church, 5016 Rockfish Valley Highway.

The Nelson County Treasurer’s office will close for business at 4pm on July 30, 2024 and remain closed through July 31, 2024.  This closure is to allow for the turnover audit considering the retirement of Mrs. Hicks.  All online payment sites will remain available during this time for payments.  The office will resume normal operating hours, 8am-5pm, beginning August 1, 2024.

Review of Application #24-0134 Fork Mountain (Montebello Area)

Where: Old Board of Supervisors Meeting Room, County Courthouse, Lovingston, VA

When: 3:30 PM July 24^th, 2024

VBRRT Closure

The Rose Mill bridge along the Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail will be CLOSED on Monday and Tuesday, July 22-23.  We will be removing a large amount of tree debris from the river below the bridge during this time and will be staging on both ends of the bridge.  The trail will remain open from Piney River to MP 1.5 and from the Rose Mill Trailhead to the end.

Please contact Nelson County Parks and Recreation with any questions.

The Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail will be CLOSED on Tuesday, August 13 from 8am – 4pm for routine trail maintenance.

July 9, 2024 BOS Packet

County Administrators Report July 9, 2024 Meeting

Larkin Property PER Presentation_7.9.24

NCSA Capacity Study – Larkin Property

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
JULY 9, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-46 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-47 Budget Amendment
C. Resolution – R2024-48 COR Personal Property Tax Refund
D. Resolution – R2024-49 NCCDF Fee Waivers

IV. RECOGNITION OF RETIRING TREASURER ANGELA HICKS (R2024-50)

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Larkin Property Water and Sewer Capacity Phase I Engineering Report – CHA

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Body Worn Camera MOU with Commonwealth Attorney (R2024-51)
B. Sheriff’s Department Requests
1. DCJS Grant for Sheriff’s Office Accreditation (R2024-52)
2. Local Constitutional Officer Supplement Policy Amendment (R2024-53)
C. Authorization of Participation in Kroger Opioid Abatement Settlement (R2024-54)
D. 2025 Regional Housing Summit Sponsorship Request
E. FY24-25 Salary and Classification System (R2024-55)
F. Lovingston Sidewalk Improvements TAP Grant Memorandum of Agreement (R2024-56)

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO 2.2-3711 (A)(3), (A)(7) & (A)(8)

IX. ADJOURNMENT (AN EVENING SESSION WILL NOT BE CONDUCTED)

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices so requiring, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Planning Commission hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 24^th at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Public Hearings

1. Special Use Permit #24-0157 – Permanent Sawmill

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Permanent Sawmill on a property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #42-A-55, addressed 452 Modoc Lane in Roseland. The subject property is 176.195 acres and is owned by St. Dunstan’s Academy.

Following these public hearings, the Planning Commission may vote to forward the applications to the Board of Supervisors (BOS) (with a recommendation for approval; a recommendation for approval with recommended conditions; or a recommendation for denial) for action by the Board.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

Fireworks Safety : Virginia Department of Forestry

Fireworks Safety

Celebrate Safely!!!

While legal fireworks and sparklers are a popular part of many celebrations, they can be a danger to users, children, pets, and the environment. Fireworks can also be a cause of wildfires. Even when finished burning, they are still hot and can smolder in dry grass or leaves and ignite fires. One spark is all it would take for a wildfire to start.

Public fireworks displays can be a good alternative to personal fireworks. Check your local news source or online sources for information about times and locations near you.

Know the Facts

• If you are found responsible for having started a wildfire with fireworks, you may be liable for all suppression and reclamation costs or even face imprisonment and fines.
• Many types of fireworks are illegal in Virginia unless you are a licensed contractor.
• Find out what fireworks are approved by the the Commonwealth of Virginia in the Approved Permissible Fireworks List.
• Possessing, selling, or using unlawful fireworks is a crime. Learn more about fireworks laws in Virginia.
• Remember, fireworks of any kind are NEVER allowed on federal lands.
• Some localities completely ban the sale, possession, and use of any type of fireworks, including sparklers. Contact your local fire marshal, fire officials, or law enforcement about local restrictions.
• Learn about permitting for professional fireworks displays.

Fireworks Safety Tips

Be Prepared!

• Purchase only legal fireworks available at approved stands. Never make your own fireworks, and be on the lookout for teens experimenting with homemade fireworks.
• Know the laws for your area.
• Keep a bucket of water nearby in which to place all used fireworks.
• Have a fully-charged water hose or fire extinguisher nearby to put out stray sparks.
• Clear a level area away from things that can burn.

Be Safe!

• Keep a bucket of water nearby in which to place all used fireworks.
• Children and pets should also be kept a safe distance away from igniting and spent fireworks.
• When lighting fireworks— set family boundaries. Have a designated adult light all fireworks. Do not allow young children to light fireworks.
• Use eye protection, wear safety goggles.
• Use fireworks only outdoors and away from anything that can burn.
• Always read and follow the directions on the label.
• Light only one firework at a time — and never re-light a “dud” firework. Move away quickly and keep at a safe distance until the display is finished. Never have any part of your body over a firework. Never throw fireworks and never hold fireworks in your hand.
• Never shoot fireworks in metal or glass containers— and don’t even think about carrying them in your pocket!
• Do not use fireworks near woods or any combustible material, use fireworks outdoors and in a safe area away from fields, grassy areas, and buildings.
• Use fireworks in parking lots, driveways, and gravel or dirt areas.
• Do not use under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
• Monitor the area for several hours after using fireworks.

Be Responsible!

• After you finish — clean up all debris when finished. Duds can be dangerous; if a device does not light or fire, an adult should wait at least 15 minutes, approach it carefully, and place it in a bucket of water.
• Be sure all unused fireworks, matches and lighters are out of the sight and reach of children.
• Dispose of fireworks properly. Soak them completely in water before putting them in the trash can.

Enforcing Authority

Commonwealth of Virginia
Virginia Department of Fire Programs
Office of State Fire Marshal

Code of Virginia Laws

Statewide Fire Prevention Code Art. 27

Contact Us

For information about local restrictions and laws, contact your local fire marshal, fire officials, or law enforcement.

For more information on firework permits and pyrotechnician certification, contact: ASFM – Special Operations – Virginia State Fire Marshal’s Office;  or (540) 270-6617.

Nelson County is carefully monitoring the current conditions and weather forecast for the upcoming 4th of July holiday. If conditions necessitate additional regulation such as a fire ban, the County will inform the public through normal channels including  the Nelson County website and social media. In the meantime, citizens are encouraged to use caution with any open flame during hot, dry conditions. The County also discourages the use of fireworks under these conditions unless extreme caution is used.

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

 
Nelson County departments and offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024 in observance of Independence Day and, will reopen for regular hours of operation on Friday, July 5, 2024.

The Transfer Station and all County Convenience Centers will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024 and, will reopen for regular hours of operation on Friday, July 5, 2024.

Nelson County courts and constitutional offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024 and Friday, July 5, 2024 in observance of Independence Day and, will reopen for regular hours of operation on Monday, July 8, 2024

Public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

Taking Care of Animals in Summer Weather

NELSON COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL

Taking Care of Animals in Summer Weather

Pets, Hot Weather, & Hot Cars

Nelson County Animal Control responds to numerous reports of pets locked in hot cars from spring to fall and dozens of reports for pets without adequate shelter. Not only is it illegal to fail to provide adequate shelter from the element, hot weather also can quickly turn into a deadly situation.

Precautions

In hot weather, pet owners are urged to take these precautions:

• Never leave pets in a parked car. Even on cool days, such as 70 degrees, a car’s internal temperature will jump to 90 degrees in 10 minutes and over 110 degrees within an hour. At 85 degrees, the car will reach 102 degrees in 10 minutes, continuing higher with more time. On 90 degree days, the car will quickly escalate to over 110 degrees. Cracking windows does not prevent a car from getting dangerously hot, even in cool temperatures.
• Always provide shade and water. Virginia law requires pet owners to provide adequate shelter to protect pets from “injury, rain, sleet, snow, hail, direct sunlight, the adverse effects of heat or cold, physical suffering, and impairment of health.” Under this law, a hot car or even a dog house without shade is not enough protection from the sun. Tree shade and tarps are ideal because they do not impede airflow.
• Exercise during the coolest portions of the day. Pet owners should avoid exercising their pets on hot days or Code Red Weather (poor air quality) days. If activity is unavoidable, owners should attempt to limit their pet’s activities, take frequent breaks to cool down and rehydrate, and watch for shortness of breath.
• Avoid asphalt in the summer. Hot asphalt can burn paws. Owners should walk their pet on grass or dirt trails, whenever possible.
• Remember every pet is different. Like people, heat impacts individual pets differently. Pets are most at risk for heat stroke when they are very old, very young, overweight, or if they have heart or respiratory disease. Breeds with short muzzles (like boxers, pugs, bulldogs, shihtzus, and other short muzzled dogs or cats) have a much harder time breathing and cooling off in hot weather.

 When To Contact Your Veterinarian

Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet shows any of the following signs:

• Heavy panting
• Glazed eyes
• Rapid pulse
• Vomiting
• Fever (the normal range in dogs is 101-102 degrees, cats is 99.5-102.5 degrees)
• Unsteadiness or a staggering gait
• A deep red or purple tongue

Owners Suspecting Their Pet Is Suffering From High Heat Should:

• Immediately take the pet to a veterinarian
• If you notice your pet is overheating, take these steps to gradually reduce the pet’s body temperature:
  • Use ice packs, cold towels, or apply cool (not cold) water to the head, neck and chest
  • Let your pet drink small amounts of cool water or lick ice cubes
  • Move the pet into shade or air-conditioning

Never try to quickly cool a pet by dunking them in cold water. This can drop their body temperature too quickly and send them into shock

Pets Left Unattended

Persons seeing pets left unattended in hot cars or with inadequate shelter should immediately:

1. Record the make, model, color, license plate number, and location of the vehicle (or address when reporting a pet without adequate shelter)
2. Call Nelson County Animal Control (434) 263-7047 or the Nelson County Sheriff’s Office (434) 263-7050
3. For pets in hot cars, report this information to the store / mall manager and ask the owner of the pet be paged
4. If possible, stay until an Animal Control Officer arrives to help them locate the pet quickly

2026 Reassessment RFP 2024-NCREASSESS

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
NELSON COUNTY, VIRGINIA

In accordance with the State Code of Virginia 1950 as amended, Chapter 43, Virginia Public Procurement Act, §2.2-4300 et seq., Nelson County is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified firms for the purposes of entering into a contract through competitive negotiations for the professional services of a licensed firm, authorized to do business in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with experience in performing the General Reassessment of Real Property as provided in the applicable laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Proposals will be received until 2:00 p.m. local time prevailing, on  July 22, 2024 and may be submitted to the County by mail at County of Nelson, County Administrator’s Office, P.O. Box 336, 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia 22949 or hand delivered to County of Nelson, County Administrator’s Office, 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia 22949.

The County’s Request for Proposal RFP #2024-NCREASSESS, contains a full description, terms, conditions, instructions and other pertinent information for the submission of proposals.  The RFP is available on the County’s website at: http://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/, by email, at , by hand delivery, or review at the addresses denoted herein or by calling the County Administrator’s Office at 434-263-7000.  All other inquiries for information should be directed to Candice W. McGarry at 434-263-7000. EOE

By Authorization of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

News Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Nelson County Emergency Services 434-263-7045  June 18,2024

Due to predicted high temperatures and extreme humidity on Friday June 21- Sunday June 23, causing heat indices to go  above 100 degrees, Nelson County will be opening a cooling center. The cooling center will be at the Nelson Center, located at 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway. The center will be open from noon until 8 PM on these days and local weather forecasts will continue to be monitored; with any additional days to be announced.

Those wishing to utilize the center are asked to bring their own beverages and snacks. Please be advised that the center is open to  service animals only, pets  will not be permitted.

Residents may also consider the library as an alternate cooling location during their normal business hours.

NEWS RELEASE Blue Ridge Parkway Begins Pavement Preservation Work in Virginia

https://www.blueridgeparkway.org/ 

Blue Ridge Parkway News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: Announced June 07, 2024
Contact: Leesa Brandon, 828.348.3420

Blue Ridge Parkway Begins Pavement Preservation Work in Virginia
Parkway Visitors Can Expect Single-Lane Closures in Affected Areas

Bedford, VA – The National Park Service announced on June 7, 2024, that over 38 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia will be resurfaced this summer as part of a pavement preservation program on the historic motor route. Work is expected to start next week and continue through this September. Visitors that encounter active work zones can expect short duration, single lane closures.

Work will take place in the following locations, including paved overlooks.
Milepost 27.3 to 37.6, Whetstone Ridge / Montebello area (10 miles)
Milepost 64.6 to 86.2, James River to Peaks of Otter area (22 miles)
Milepost 89.1 to 97.2, Powell Gap to Taylors Mountain Overlook area (8 miles)

As with any road project, motorists and park users must exercise caution. In the interest of visitor safety, park visitors are asked to:
-Check the Parkway’s Alerts and Conditions page for regular updated work zone information.
-Expect delays while work takes place Monday through Friday. Lane closures will be managed with flagging operations and a pilot car to lead traffic through work zones.
-Observe reduced speed limits in work zones, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; to maintain safe operations and allow for proper curing of pavement.
-Anticipate loose gravel on the road surface during pavement curing times. Bicyclists and motorcyclists are asked to exercise extreme caution as loose gravel on top of the paved surface, during the required curing time, could result in loss of control. On-site message boards will advise against bikes.
-When circumstances prevent bicyclists from keeping up with traffic, dismount and move off the road to let the on-coming traffic pass when traveling through a single lane closure.

Contractors will work in short sections and repeat the resurfacing process as they move from section to section of the full project. The steps in this process include prepping the surface, applying a chip seal surface of liquid asphalt and stone chips, allowing the surface to properly cure, vacuuming the work area to minimize loose gravel, applying a fog seal on top of the chip seal surface, and finishing by painting new road marking lines. The process will then repeat on the next section of the project.

The Blue Ridge Parkway inventory of paved roads includes bridges, tunnels, parking areas, spur roads, service roads, campground, and picnic area roads, in addition to the 469-mile Parkway motor route itself. Given the large inventory of paved surfaces along the Parkway, and to effectively invest available funding, the pavement preservation strategy focuses on keeping the good sections good and returning fair sections to good condition.

Pavement preservation is a regular road maintenance strategy in national parks. Studies find that for each dollar spent on pavement preservation between $6 and $10 in future pavement rehabilitation costs are saved. Funding for road maintenance in national parks, including the Parkway, comes in large part from the Highway Trust Fund, which is derived from a federal gas tax managed by the Federal Highway Administration.

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VIRGINIA:

VIRGINIA

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF NELSON COUNTY

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

OF NELSON COUNTY,

Writ of Special Election

Ovaq 000292-00

Petitioner.

On this day came the Board of Supervisors of Nelson County, by counsel, and requested, due to the resignation of the Treasurer of Nelson County effective August l , 2024, that a Special

Election be ordered for November 5, 2024, to fill the remainder of the unexpired Treasurer’s term, and for good cause shown, it is

ORDERED that a WRIT OF SPECIAL ELECTION be and hereby is issued directing the Electoral Board of Nelson County to conduct a special election to fill the remainder of the term of the Treasurer to be held on the date of the next general election, November 5, 2024, in the manner and at the places as would be executed for the general election to be conducted on that

date.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Electoral Board and the Registrar observe the directives of Code section 24.2-681 et seq. in the conduct of the special election and that the Secretary of the Electoral Board cause notice of the special election to be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Nelson County at least ten days prior to such election.

The clerk is directed to provide forthwith a certified copy of this writ to the Registrar, secretary of the Electoral Board, and to Mr. Payne.

And this matter is ended.

ENTER this  12th Day of June 2024

Michael R. Doucette

Judge

I ask for this:

Phillip D. Payne IV

County Attorney

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County departments, offices, and the Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Departments, offices and the Solid Waste Transfer Station will reopen for regular hours of operation on Thursday, June 20, 2024.

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

June 11, 2024 BOS Packet

County Administrator’s Report for June 11, 2024 Meeting

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
JUNE 11, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-40 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-41 Budget Amendment
C. Resolution – R2024-42 Petition for Writ of Special Election, Treasurer Seat

IV. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Smart Scale Applications (R2024-43)

V. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS (AS MAY BE PRESENTED)
A. 2042 Comprehensive Plan Follow-up
1. Summary of Land Use Policy Diagnostic Report
2. Proposed Work Order Amendment for Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Updates
B. FY25 Budget Adoption (R2024-44)
C. FY25 Budget Appropriation (R2024-45)

VI. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VII. ADJOURNMENT (AN EVENING SESSION WILL NOT BE CONDUCTED)

As part of the MAPP2Health Community Health Assessment, the Blue Ridge Health District is organizing a community health survey! They’ll be swinging through several neighborhoods in Nelson County from May-August 2024 to ask some quick questions on your health and well-being. Please help with participating in this survey so the voices of Nelson County can be heard. The survey will take place in-person on your front porch / outside of your house by a trained interviewer. Responses will be confidential and the survey should take approximately 10-15 minutes to answer. Complete the survey and receive a $25 gift card! Addresses selected for the survey are chosen at random. Have questions about the survey? Email Jen at

BRHD Community Survey Questions – 2024

June 4, 2024 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
JUNE 4, 2024
THE CONTINUED MEETING CONVENES AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE
GENERAL DISTRICT COURTROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Proposed FY24-25 County Budget, All Funds

III. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

IV. ADJOURNMENT

Blue Ridge Medical Center ; Nelson Community Health Fair 

Free event for the Community and all are invited to attend. Free sports physicals and back to school immunizations for Nelson Students, as well as, games/prizes/food trucks for family and friends. There will be 40+ local organizations exhibiting at this event as well.

Nelson Community Health Fair Flyer 2024

Nelson County Parks & Recreation

Get ready for a FULL day of FUN!

On Thursday, June 20 Nelson County Parks and Recreation is participating in the Play All Day VA initiative organized by the VRPS: Virginia Recreation & Park Society along with 39 other Parks and Recreation departments across the state to promote a full day of play on the longest day of the year – Summer Solstice.

There will have activities for all ages throughout the day capped off with a Community PLAY Celebration that evening at the Nelson Center.

Whether you are an early riser and want to get in a before work guided sunrise hike at our “First Light Hike Through The Blue Ridge” held at the Blue Ridge Tunnel or stop by the Nelson Center for our evening celebration with bounce houses, games, food trucks, etc. to end the night, we have something for everyone.

Play All Day VA Schedule Flyer

For more detailed activity information visit: www.nelsoncountyrecreation.com

Legal Notice – FY25 Budget Public Hearing

FY 24-25 Budget Public Hearing 

Tuesday, June 4th at 7pm – General District Court Room at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston 22949

Budget Presentation Documents:

• FY 24-25 Proposed Budget
• FY 24-25 NCSB Budget Summary

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
May 22, 2024

Contact:
Gorjan Gjorgjievski, Project Manager

Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission
434-979-7310, Ext. 123

TJPDC Seeking Public Input for Move Safely Blue Ridge

Charlottesville, Va. — The Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC) will be popping up at events throughout Region 10 to engage the public about transportation safety needs. The public will have an opportunity to learn about the project and respond to a survey at various farmer’s markets and other locations. Public feedback through the survey will be used in the development of a transportation-related Safety Action Plan called Move Safely Blue Ridge. The survey will remain open through June 25th and takes less than 10 minutes to complete. In addition to the in-person pop-up events, the public is encouraged to complete the survey at: https://bit.ly/BlueRidgeSurvey

Move Safely Blue Ridge will focus on strategies to reduce roadway-related fatalities and serious injuries in the City of Charlottesville and the Counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. The Safety Action Plan is a part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Discretionary Program and will center on safety improvements for multi-modal means of transportation.

Visit MoveSafelyBlueRidge.com for more information.

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The Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC) is the regional planning organization that supports the Counties of Albemarle, Louisa, Greene, Fluvanna, and Nelson and the City of Charlottesville. The TJPDC assists local member governments, partners, and stakeholders with a variety of technical and program services, including grant application assistance, management services for program implementation, land use planning services and mapping. The TJPDC serves our local governments by providing regional vision, collaborative leadership, and professional service to develop effective solutions.

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

 Nelson County courts, departments and offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024, in observance of Memorial Day and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.

The Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, May 25, 2024 and Monday, May 27, 2024.  It will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

May 14, 2024 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MAY 14, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-34 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-35 Budget Amendment
C. Resolution – R2024-36 Opposition to Appalachian Power Company

IV. PROCLAMATIONS
A. May is Older Americans Month (P2024-02)
B. May 24, 2024 is Poppy Day (P2024-03)

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Comprehensive Economic Development Plan (CEDS) – TJPDC
C. FY23 Audit Report – Robinson, Farmer, Cox Associates
D. Nelson Heritage Center Updates – Johnette Burdette

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS (AS MAY BE PRESENTED)
A. FCCLA National Leadership Conference Funding Request
B. Concurrence of Nelson County Broadband Authority Dissolution (R2024-37)

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO §2.2-3711 (A)(1) & (A)(3)

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARING

A. FY25-30 Secondary Six-Year Road Plan (R2024-38)

The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public comment on the proposed Secondary Six-Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2025 through 2030 in Nelson County and on the proposed Secondary Road System Improvement Priority List for Fiscal Year 2025.

IV. APPROVAL OF THE RURAL RUSTIC DESIGN STANDARD FOR FY25-30 NELSON COUNTY SECONDARY ROAD SIX YEAR IMPROVEMENT PLAN (R2024-39)

V. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

VI. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO JUNE 4, 2024 AT 7 P.M. FOR THE FY25 BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING.

May 14, 2024 NCBA Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BROADBAND AUTHORITY
MAY 14, 2024
THE MEETING CONVENES AT 1:00 P.M.
IN THE GENERAL DISTRICT COURTROOM
OF THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON, VIRGINIA

I. Call to Order

II. Public Comments

III. Consent Agenda
A. Resolution – R2024-01 Minutes for Approval

IV. New/Unfinished Business
A. Treasurer’s Report
B. Firefly Fiber Broadband Progress Update
C. Dissolution & Termination of NCBA (R2024-02)

V. Other Business (As May Be Presented)

VI. Adjournment

Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development 

Click here: lecap-flier-final 052024 for DCH’s new LECAP flier. See flier for more details on the application process.

World Cancer Awareness Day

The Blue Ridge Medical Center
ACS Team Presents

Understanding Cancer

When: Thursday, May 30, 2024
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: Rockfish Valley Community Center, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA 22920

For more information, contact

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS & VDOT
2025-2030 SECONDARY SIX-YEAR ROAD PLAN
AND CONSTRUCTION PRIORITY LIST
FOR NELSON COUNTY

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and the Board of Supervisors of Nelson County, in accordance with Sections 33.2-331 and 33.2-332 of the Code of Virginia, will conduct a joint public hearing in the General District Courtroom of the Nelson County Courthouse, 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

The purpose of this public hearing is to receive public comment on the proposed Secondary Six-Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2025 through 2030 in Nelson County and on the proposed Secondary Road System Improvement Priority List for Fiscal Year 2025.

All projects in the Secondary Six-Year Plan that are eligible for federal funds will be included in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), which documents how Virginia will obligate federal transportation funds.

Secondary Unpaved Road Priority List for Fiscal Year 2025 are proposed as follows:

Priority    Route # and Name                Distance                                                            Mileage

1                634 Spring Valley Rd.             Rte. 616 to Dead End                                      1.00 Mi.
2               687 North Fork Rd.                  1.0 Mi. North Rte. 56 to 2.0 Mi. North            1.00 Mi.
3               681 Pigeon Hill Rd.                  Rte. 769 to Rte. 680                                         1.75 Mi.
4               662 South Powells Island     0.68 Mi. N Rte. 739 to 1.45 Mi. North               0.77 Mi.
5               780 Toms Ln.                           Rte. 674 to Dead End                                      0.40 Mi.

Copies of the proposed Plan and Budget and the Secondary Unpaved Road Priority List may be reviewed at the Nelson County Administrator’s Office located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, VA 22949, and at the Appomattox VDOT Residency Office located at 331 Ferguson St. Appomattox, VA 24522.

Persons requiring special assistance to attend or participate in this hearing should contact the Nelson County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors and the Virginia Dept. of Transportation

Blue Ridge PRISM (Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management) is surveying a broad group of participants to better understand what invasive plant species have been or are becoming, a problem for Virginia homeowners, farmers, commercial property owners, and natural area stewards. We need your help to identify which invasive plants you are seeing locally and are most concerned about.  Please fill out the Invasive Plants of Virginia Survey

Please complete survey by July 1. Feel free to share it with others. Thank you for helping Blue Ridge PRISM learn more so they can educate Virginians and help solve this growing issue.

Piedmont Environmental Council’s Post

☀ Are you a business in the rural area looking to lower your energy costs and power your business through small-scale renewable energy? ☀

Join PEC on May 7 in North Garden for a free half-day workshop alongside solar installers, grant specialists and a business that successfully went solar. Lunch will be provided.

Tiger Solar and SunDay Solar will be available to answer your questions and help get you signed up to take advantage of the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grant opportunity. Speakers will also include The Piedmont Environmental Council, Climate Protection Program of Albemarle County, Powers Farm & Brewery, and Solar United Neighbors.

Register at https://lnkd.in/gfu6Bnvk

Grant eligibility: All of PEC’s nine counties (Albemarle, Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Greene, Loudoun, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock) and the City of Charlottesville are eligible, excluding parts of Loudoun County east of Leesburg. Business types eligible include all agricultural and processing businesses, agritourism such as wineries and breweries, florists, printers, storage facilities, medical practices, car shops, and more.

Thank you to our sponsors: Climate Protection Program of Albemarle County, Virginia Clinicians for Climate Action, The Community Climate Collaborative, American Farmland Trust, and the Thomas Jefferson Soil & Water Conservation District.

LinkedIn Post: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7188999240583393280

2023 GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency

TJPDC Press Release – LRTP Public Comment 4.19.2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: April 19, 2024
Contact:      Christine Jacobs, Executive Director
Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission
;  (434) 979-1597

REVIEW AND COMMENT ON THE CHARLOTTESVILLE-ALBEMARLE METROPOLITAN
PLANNING ORGANIZATION’S LONG-RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN, MOVING TOWARD 2050

 Charlottesville, Virginia, April 19, 2024 – The Charlottesville-Albemarle Metropolitan Planning Organization (CA-MPO) is pleased to announce the release of an unformatted version of its long-range transportation plan, Moving Toward 2050. All community members and stakeholders are invited to review and comment. The plan outlines the region’s priority transportation improvements over the coming decades. The Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) is a fundamental document for our community. It states our region’s collective vision for the future of our transportation system, and it identifies projects that we anticipate our region will implement in the foreseeable future. The LRTP considers all modes of transportation, including private vehicles, public transit, bicycles, pedestrians, and air, and covers other transportation issues such as bridge maintenance and safety improvements. The LRTP must be updated every five years per federal mandate. The preceding version, approved by the MPO Policy Board in May 2019, was named the 2045 Long-Range Transportation Plan (2045 LRTP). The updated plan presented has been named Moving Toward 2050.

For more information on the Toward 2050 planning process and to review the draft plan, visit the project webpage: https://campo.tjpdc.org/process-documents/lrtp/2050-lrtp/

About the Charlottesville-Albemarle Metropolitan Planning Organization (CA-MPO)
The Charlottesville-Albemarle Metropolitan Planning Organization (CA-MPO) is the forum for cooperative transportation decision-making among Charlottesville, Albemarle, state and federal officials. The MPO considers long-range regional projects and combines public input, technical data, and agency collaboration to develop forward-thinking solutions.

About the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC)
The TJPDC is a regional planning agency that offers a broad range of services in the areas of transportation, community development, housing, economic development, land-use/planning, environmental programming, as well as legislative services. The TJPDC serves the member governments within the Planning District, to include the City of Charlottesville and the Counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. The TJPDC currently houses the region’s Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and coordinates a wide variety of short-range and long-range urban and rural transportation, planning, environment, housing, and community development projects.

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TJPDC is planning a final meeting in May to wrap up the CEDS Strategy Committee and discuss next steps for implementation. Fill out this poll to share your preferred meeting time here: https://forms.office.com/r/Pn1M3Puh8g

As a reminder, the CEDS Plan draft is available for public comment through April 27, 2024. The super regional strategies are in one of the plan’s appendices. If you have comments on the plan or appendices, please submit them on the web form here.

Ruth Emerick, GISP
Chief Operating Officer

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
BOARD VACANCIES AND EXPIRING TERMS

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking citizens to serve on the following:

Economic Development Authority (EDA) – 1 Vacancy Expiring 6/30/26
MACAA Board of Directors- 1 Vacancy Expiring 3/13/26
Ag & Forestal District Committee – 1 Landowner Term Expiring 5/13/24
Economic Development Authority (EDA) – 2 Seats Expiring 6/30/24
JAUNT – 1 Seat Expiring 6/30/24
Board of Building Code Appeals – 3 Seats Expiring 6/30/24
Jefferson Madison Regional Library Board – 1 Seat Expiring 6/30/24
Library Advisory Committee – West District Seat Expiring 6/30/24
Planning Commission – District Seats Expiring 6/30/24 (South & West)
Region Ten Community Services Board – 1 Seat Expiring 6/30/24
Nelson County Service Authority – District Seats Expiring 6/30/24 (South & West)
Social Services Board – Central District Seat Expiring 6/30/24
JABA Board of Directors – 1 Seat Expiring 7/15/24

For more information, please contact the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000 or email . If interested in serving, please complete & submit an Application Form available at http://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/government/boards-commissions/. The completed form may be faxed to 434-263-7004, emailed to , or mailed to County Administrator’s Office, P. O. Box 336, Lovingston, VA 22949.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Registrar’s Office will be closed until 2:00pm on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 for staff training.

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Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital

Sentara will provide fresh, local, farm-raised food to the Nelson community at no cost. No-cost, farm stand, Local, fresh & free

Where: The Nelson Center, 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, VA 22949
When: Monday, April 15, 2024
Time: 5:00pm

For more information Call: Anrechio Hearns at 434-984-6220 or email

This program is free to the public because of the support of the Martha Jefferson Hospital Foundation.

April 9, 2024 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
APRIL 9, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-19 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-20 Budget Amendment
C. Resolution – R2024-21 Recognition of Armand and Bernice Thieblot
D. Resolution – R2024-22 Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
E. Resolution – R2024-23 Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week
F. Resolution – R2024-24 April is Fair Housing Month
G. Resolution – R2024-25 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

IV. RESOLUTION – RECOGNITION OF SUSAN HUFFMAN (R2024-26)

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. VDOT Secondary Six Year Plan Work Session (R2024-27)

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. County and Schools Project Financing (R2024-28)
B. Real Estate Tax Exemption Applications
C. Lovingston Logo Usage Agreement (R2024-29)
D. Authorization for Public Hearing on FY25 Budget (R2024-30)

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. 2042 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (R2024-31)

IV. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO §2.2-3711 (A)(3)

V. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

VI. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO APRIL 11, 2024 AT 4 P.M. FOR A BUDGET WORK SESSION.

TJPDC Press Release – CEDS Public Comment 3.27.2024

TJPDC CEDS Plan DRAFT 2024.03.27

TJPDC CEDS Plan Appendices DRAFT 2024.03.27

THE THOMAS JEFFERSON PLANNING DISTRICT COMMISSION INVITES ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS

AND STAKEHOLDERS TO REVIEW AND COMMENT ON NEW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN

 Charlottesville, Virginia, March 27, 2024 – The Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission is pleased to announce the release of its Comprehensive Economic Development Plan (CEDS) for public review and comment. In accordance with the requirements set forth by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), the CEDS will be available for a 30-day statutory review period, commencing on March 27, 2024 and concluding on April 27, 2024.

 During this period, the TJPDC encourages all residents, businesses, community organizations, and stakeholders to review the proposed plan and provide valuable feedback. The CEDS outlines a strategic vision and actionable goals aimed at fostering economic growth, job creation, and sustainable development within our community. Your insights and perspectives are crucial in ensuring that the plan accurately reflects the needs and aspirations of our diverse economic landscape.

 The CEDS document can be accessed online at https://tjpdc.org/our-work/economic-development/ or in person at the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission offices at 401 E. Water Street, Charlottesville VA. Comments and suggestions can be submitted electronically through this form: https://bit.ly/4a7Nkz3. We value your input and look forward to engaging in a constructive dialogue that will shape the future of our local economy.

 About the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC)

The TJPDC is a regional planning agency that offers a broad range of services in the areas of transportation, community development, housing, economic development, land-use/planning, environmental programming, as well as legislative services. The TJPDC serves the member governments within the Planning District, to include the City of Charlottesville and the Counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. The TJPDC currently houses the region’s Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and coordinates a wide variety of short-range and long-range urban and rural transportation, planning, environment, housing, and community development projects.

Residential Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Days

Household Hazardous Waste Collection at the Ivy Materials Utilization Center will be held 9am-2pm on:

• Spring 2024
  • Friday, April 26, 2024
  • Saturday, April 27, 2024
• Fall 2024
  • Friday, September 20, 2024
  • Saturday, September 21, 2024

HHW collections are free only to residents of Albemarle County, Charlottesville, and Town of Scottsville, and available to Nelson County residents who obtain a voucher from Nelson County government.

Nelson County residents can obtain vouchers at any of the staffed collection sites, County Administration office or contact Sue Baker, Recycling Coordinator, at .

For more information click here: https://www.rivanna.org/hhw/ 

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
INCREASE IN REAL PROPERTY RATE

Pursuant to Virginia State Code §58.1-3001 and §58.1-3007, a public hearing will be held by the Nelson County Board of Supervisors in order to receive public comment on the proposed 2024 Real Property tax rate effective January 1, 2024. The public hearing will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, VA 22949.

The following is the current (2023) Real Property tax rate and the proposed (2024) Real Property tax rate to be levied per $100 of assessed value. The proposed Real Property tax rate increase of one (1) cent is anticipated to generate approximately $321,707 in revenue.

Real Property Tax Rates
Current (2023)                     Proposed (2024)
$0.65                                      $0.66

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Building Inspection and Planning & Zoning offices are closed today March 28, 2024 due to a power outage. If you need assistance please email Jeremy Marrs, Building Official at or Dylan Bishop, Director of Planning & Zoning at or Emily Hjulstrom at .

Shipman Collection site is closed as of 11:30am on March 28, 2024 due to power outage.

March 22, 2024 BOS Budget Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MARCH 22, 2024
THE CONTINUED MEETING CONVENES AT 9:30 A.M. IN THE
OLD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ROOM (#420), NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE,
84 COURTHOUSE SQUARE, LOVINGSTON, VA 22949

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. FY25 GENERAL FUND BUDGET WORK SESSION (AS TIME ALLOWS)
A. March 18th Work Session Follow-up
a. MACAA Funding – Sarah Hanks, Executive Director
b. Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) Funding
c. Local EMS Council Funding
d. TJEMS Funding
e. Omitted ECC Staffing Request
f. Capital Outlay Items to Revisit
1. IT Microwave Network Upgrade – Replace 8 Antennas & Waveguides
2. IT Network Event Logging Solution
3. Parks & Recreation Master Plan
4. Sheriff’s Vehicle Pricing Update

B. Expenditure Review Continued
a. General Fund Transfers
1. VPA/Social Services
2. Debt Service
3. School Division Operating & Nurses
4. Piney River Water & Sewer
5. Reassessment
b. Employee Compensation

C. Revenue Review – Local, State, Federal, and Other
D. Consider 2024 Tax Rates
a. Authorize Public Hearing on Rate Increases for April 11, 2024 (If Applicable)

III. OTHER BUSINESS (AS MAY BE PRESENTED)

IV. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO ¬MARCH 25th, 2024 AT ____ or April ___, 2024 AT ____ FOR A BUDGET WORK SESSION

Message from Wintergreen Fire Department – Wildfire Notification Protocols 

Wildfire Message – Wintergreen Fire Department

Good Evening:
Multiple Counties in our region are declaring States of Emergencies and enacting evacuations due to wildfires tonight. This is a good time to review some Wintergreen protocols.
First, the risk code for our community is currently “yellow” and therefore any outdoor fires (even in approved devices) are prohibited. If you use a Chimenea for a wine party tonight, the Wintergreen Fire Department will show up uninvited to dampen more than the festive mood. Please don’t put us in that position.
Second, during wind events, it’s important that you pay close attention to messages from “Alert Wintergreen”. If Wintergreen Fire becomes aware of a substantial wildfire within 10 miles of Wintergreen, we will notify you. This should act as your cue to get your “go-bag” ready. Gather your medications, important papers, etc. and be prepared to evacuate. We will notify you if we feel that an evacuation order is possible within 24 hours. Please understand that “possible” does not mean “probable” and due to changing conditions, an evacuation order could come much earlier than 24 hours. It is our recommendation that upon receiving the “24-hour” notice, you should voluntarily evacuate. The cost of a night’s lodging in Waynesboro pales by comparison to the stress of an emergency evacuation.
Third, if given the order to evacuate, please follow the directions explicitly. For example, if you’re told to turn downhill when exiting Wintergreen, please don’t ignore advice by crossing the Blue Ridge Parkway. If we know the fire will approach from the West, we will tell you to turn East. There currently is not a road connecting Wintergreen to the Blue Ridge Parkway. We remain hopeful that we can announce progress on this issue soon.
If an evacuation is ordered, this means Wintergreen Fire Department is no longer trying to suppress wildfire and instead has focused entirely on evacuation efforts.
No plan would be complete without a “worst-case” scenario. In the highly unlikely event that we need to evacuate the mountain, however can’t, you will be directed to the Skyline Pavilion. Skyline Pavilion houses Ski Patrol, the Edge Restaurant, and a large conference space. This is the largest building on the mountain which is protected by sprinklers. Additionally, the Pavilion is surrounded by large parking lots and the ski slope, making it a highly defensible structure. Our staff will deploy the ladder truck as well as high-flow ground nozzle devices to create a “water curtain” around the structure.
Our plan is not perfect, but this is our plan.
Living in a ridge top community doesn’t come without risk, however it shouldn’t be coupled with fear. Wintergreen is a “Fire-Wise Community” which invests heavily in emergency preparedness.
The strongest advice on wildfires comes from the leading expert, Smokey The Bear…..”only you can prevent wildfires”.
You can monitor Virginia Wildfires at: https://virginiapro.firesponse.com/public/

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MARCH 20, 2024
THE CONTINUED MEETING CONVENES AT 7:00 P.M. IN THE
NELSON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM,
6919 THOMAS NELSON HWY, LOVINGSTON, VA 22949

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC HEARING

A. 2042 Comprehensive Plan

Berkley Group will provide a presentation on the draft 2042 Comprehensive Plan. Following the presentation, the Board will receive public input regarding the draft Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is the County’s key policy document for land use, development, housing, infrastructure, transportation, and related economic and social issues.

III. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO – MARCH 22, 2024 AT 9:30 A.M. FOR A BUDGET WORK SESSION.

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MARCH 18, 2024
THE CONTINUED MEETING CONVENES AT 1:00 P.M. IN THE
OLD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ROOM (#420), NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE,
84 COURTHOUSE SQUARE, LOVINGSTON, VA 22949

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. FY25 GENERAL FUND BUDGET WORK SESSION (AS TIME ALLOWS)
A. Approval of Anthem Health Insurance Plans and Rates (R2024-18)
B. March 15th work session follow-up
a. Capital Outlay – Susan Rorrer
b. Sheriff’s vehicles – Sheriff Embrey
C. Expenditures Review continued
a. Agencies & Non-Departmental
b. Employee Compensation
c. General Fund Transfers
D. Revenue Review

III. OTHER BUSINESS (AS MAY BE PRESENTED)

IV. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO MARCH 20, 2024 AT 7 P.M. FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MARCH 15, 2024
THE CONTINUED MEETING CONVENES AT 1:00 P.M. IN THE
OLD BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ROOM (#420), NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE,
84 COURTHOUSE SQUARE, LOVINGSTON, VA 22949

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. FY25 GENERAL FUND BUDGET WORK SESSION (AS TIME ALLOWS)
A. Anthem Health Insurance Plans and Rates Review
B. Expenditures Review
1. County Departments
2. Agencies & Non-Departmental
3. Capital Outlay

III. OTHER BUSINESS (AS MAY BE PRESENTED)

IV. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO ¬MARCH 18, 2024 AT 1 P.M. FOR A BUDGET WORK SESSION.

March 12, 2024 BOS Packet

FY25 Introduced GF Budget Summary Narrative

County Administrator’s Report for March 12, 2024

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MARCH 12, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-13 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-14 Budget Amendment
C. Resolution – R2024-15 FY25 Creative Communities Partnership Grant
D. Resolution – R2024-16 Opposition to Aqua Virginia Rate Increase
E. Resolution – R2024-17 Virginia Main Street Annual Compliance

IV. PROCLAMATION – AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH (P2024-01)

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. VDOT Smart Scale Pre-Applications – Carson Eckhardt
C. Parks and Recreation Upcoming Projects – Jerry West
D. FY25 Budget Introduction and Proposed Schedule

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Shipman Historic District Cost Share Grant Application
B. Comprehensive Plan – Planning Commission’s Recommendations

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO §2.2-3711 (A)(7) & (A)(8)

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO ¬________ FOR A BUDGET WORK SESSION, AN EVENING SESSION WILL NOT BE CONDUCTED.

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PUBLIC HEARING
MARCH 20, 2024 – 07:00 PM – 6919 THOMAS NELSON HWY, LOVINGSTON, VA 22949

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-2204, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 20, 2024 in the Nelson County High School Auditorium located at 6919 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Lovingston, Virginia 22949.

The Board will receive public input regarding the draft Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is the County’s key policy document for land use, development, housing, infrastructure, transportation, and related economic and social issues. A complete draft of the plan may be examined at the Nelson County Planning and Zoning Office at 80 Front St, Lovingston, Virginia 22949 and is also available online at: https://www.nelson2042.com/document-library.

This Comprehensive Plan Amendment repeals and replaces the adopted 2002 Comprehensive Plan in its entirety. Content, maps, goals, objectives, and strategies for all chapters have been revised and/or replaced in entirety to address key issues and priorities identified through public outreach and to comply with the Code of Virginia. The revised plan consists of the following chapters: 1) Creating Our Guide, describing the Comprehensive Plan purpose and process; 2) Setting Our Direction, describing County background information and demographics; 3) Shaping Community Character, describing a policy framework for growth and development, including a revised future land use map, land use pattern areas, and development design principles and strategies; 4) Connecting People & Places, describing transportation inventory, needs, planning assumptions, and recommended projects and strategies; 5) Creating Livable Communities, describing existing housing conditions and ways to promote affordable housing, housing choice, and healthy, livable neighborhoods; 6) Protecting Valuable Resources, describing information on such topics as topography, water resources, flood hazards, cultural and historical sites, and strategies to promote sustainable growth and development that respects the natural and cultural environment; 7) Creating a Resilient Economy, describing economic data and drivers, key industries, and strategies for economic growth based on tourism and recreation; and 8) Serving the Community, describing anticipated needs and improvements to public facilities and services such as recreation, educational needs, and other public and private assets. The implementation chapter categorizes the strategies from each chapter and provides a list of tools for successful implementation.

This meeting is being held at the Nelson County High School at 6919 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, VA 22949, in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions on the accessibility of the facility should contact the Planning and Zoning Office at 80 Front St, Lovingston, Virginia 22949, or by telephone at 434-263-7090.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

VBRRT Partial Closure Notice

The Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail will be partially closed Monday and potentially Tuesday, March 4-5, for tree work at the far end of the trail. The closure will be from the Tye River bridge through the trail’s end.

This work is weather permitting and is subject to change. Any updates and adjustments will be announced at that time if determined necessary. Please contact Nelson County Parks and Recreation with any questions at (434)263-7130 or email .

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
BOARD VACANCIES

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking citizens to serve on the following:

NC Economic Development Authority (EDA) – 1 Vacancy Term Expiring 6/30/26
MACAA Board of Directors- 1 Term Expiring 3/13/24
Ag & Forestal District Committee – 1 Landowner Term Expiring 5/13/24

For more information, please contact the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000 or email . If interested in serving, please complete & submit an Application Form available at http://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/government/boards-commissions/. The completed form may be faxed to 434-263-7004, emailed to , or mailed to County Administrator’s Office, P. O. Box 336, Lovingston, VA 22949.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Agenda – February 28, 2024

Packet – February 28, 2024

RELEASE: IMMEDIATE                                                    February 16, 2024
CONTACT: Len Stevens 434-856-8176 (office)                   LYN-24-07

ROAD CLOSURE: ROUTE 630 (GREEN CREEK RD.) IN NELSON COUNTY
Due to a bridge deck replacement project

Road Closure Route 630 (Green Creek Rd.) in Nelson County2407

LYNCHBURG — Motorists should expect delays due to a bridge deck replacement on Route 630 in Nelson County.

Route 630 (Green Creek Road) will be temporarily closed to through traffic from Route 617 (Rockfish River Road) to the intersection of Route 6 (Irish Road) from March 4-14, 2024.

The Department of Transportation will provide adequate signs for the closure and detour of this portion of Route 630 (Green Creek Rd) and will use Route 617 (Rockfish River Road) to Route 800 (Schuyler Road) to Route 6 (Irish Road) back to Route 630.

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This release may also be found at Lynchburg District | Road Closure: Route 630 (Green Creek Rd.) in Nelson County | Virginia Department of Transportation

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-2204, §15.2-2309, and §15.2-2310 the Nelson County Board of Zoning Appeals hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, March 5^th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Public Hearing

1. Variance # 24-0031

Consideration of a request from Theresa Moore for a Variance to reduce the minimum required front setback of 75 feet from the center of the road, to 38 feet from the center of the road, for construction of a single-family dwelling. The subject property is zoned A-1 Agricultural and is owned by Theresa Moore. The property contains 0.93 acres, is located at 695 Stagecoach Road in Afton and further identified as Tax Map Parcel #3-A-8.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

Meals On Wheels is expanding services to Nelson County. Meals On Wheels strives to improve the health and support the independence and dignity of our homebound neighbors by delivering nutritious meals right to the door. If you know of community member(s) who have difficulty both accessing and preparing food for themselves, please refer them to us.

Who Meets Our Criteria:
People ages 18 and up
People with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, CHF, kidney disease or other degenerative conditions
People with challenges or limitations that make it difficult or impossible to prepare meals for themselves
People who are home alone during the day and unable to leave to access to food
People living alone who are recovering from surgery (temporary services available)

Meal prices available on a sliding scale based on monthly income.  Please call 434-293-4364 to find out more information on our services.

Community Partners:
Here to Stay
Rockfish Presbyterian Church
Rockfish Valley Community Center
Emmanuel Episcopal Church

Virginia Department of Forestry – 4 PM Burning Law

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Virginia’s 4 PM Burning Law is in effect from February 15 through April 30 each year. It is important to note that some localities may have even more restrictive regulations on outdoor burning than the state’s 4 PM Burning Law. All burners are encouraged to check with their locality before starting any outdoor burning.

You can find more information here: https://dof.virginia.gov/wildland-prescribed-fire/fire-laws/4-pm-burning-law/

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

 Nelson County courts, departments and offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 in observance of Presidents Day and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

The Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, February 17, 2024 and Monday, February 19, 2024, and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

February 13, 2024 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-06 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-07 Budget Amendment

IV. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Comprehensive Safety Action Plan Goals – TJPDC (R2024-08)
C. Nelson County Department of Social Services 2023 Annual Financial Statement

V. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Project Financing for County and School Projects
1. Reimbursement Resolution for County Project (R2024-09)
2. Reimbursement Resolution for School Renovation Project (R2024-10)
B. CHA Proposal for Evaluation of Lovingston Water and Wastewater System
C. Faber Volunteer Fire Department 80/20 Program Truck Order Request (R2024-11)
D. Lovingston Revitalization (Branding)
E. Fourth of July Event Proposal and Funding Request
F. Sheriff’s Department Vehicle Funding Request (R2024-12)

VI. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VII. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Special Use Permit #1044 – Campground
Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (two sites) on property zoned A-1 Agriculture. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #41-A-31 in Tyro. The subject property is 0.828 acres and is owned by John H. Jr. and Roberta Fitzgerald.

B. Special Use Permit #1085 – Campground
Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (two sites) on two adjacent properties zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject properties are located at Tax Map Parcels #22-A-59 (2.001 acres) and #22-A-59D (2 acres) at 5032 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Nellysford. The subject properties total 4.001 acres and are owned by Kelly A. Kahle.

C. Special Use Permit # 1101 – Amendment to Condition of Approved Multifamily Dwelling
Consideration of an application requesting an amendment to a condition regarding fencing requirements of previously approved Special Use Permit #716 for a Multifamily Dwelling use on property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcels #6-A-131 and 6-A-163D at 9485 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Afton. The subject properties total 10.94 acres and are owned by Quakeela Teasley.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURNMENT

VDOT Route 151 – Rockfish Valley Hwy
Corridor Improvement Study

Survey Review & Smart Scale Discussion can be found here: Rte 151 Public Survey & Smart Scale ‘240201

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
BOARD VACANCIES

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking citizens to serve on the following:

NC Economic Development Authority (EDA) – 1 Vacancy Term Expiring 6/30/26
MACAA Board of Directors- 1 Term Expiring 3/13/24
Ag & Forestal District Committee – 1 Landowner Term Expiring 5/13/24

For more information, please contact the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000 or email . If interested in serving, please complete & submit an Application Form available at http://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/government/boards-commissions/. The completed form may be faxed to 434-263-7004, emailed to , or mailed to County Administrator’s Office, P. O. Box 336, Lovingston, VA 22949.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

THE ALBEMARLE-CHARLOTTESVILLE REGIONAL JAIL AUTHORITY INVITES THE PUBLIC TO A
COMMUNITY FORUM

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Join this public discussion about the Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail renovation project

Wednesday, February 7
6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M.

Attend In-Person
The Nelson Center: 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston VA 22949

Speakers
Colonel Martin Kumer, Jail Superintendent
Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail Authority

Luke Janik, Project Manager
Moseley Architects

Learn More Here: www.acrj.org/renovationproject

In accordance with requirements from the 2019 legislative session amending Section 15.2- 2511 of the Code of Virginia, effective July 1, 2019, if the locality’s audit is not completed as required by this statute, the locality must promptly post a statement on its website.

FY23 -Nelson County -Updated Audit Delay Notification 1-31-24

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Public Meeting Press Release ACRJ Renovations

Nelson County residents are invited to attend this community forum.

THE ALBEMARLE-CHARLOTTESVILLE REGIONAL JAIL AUTHORITY INVITES THE PUBLIC TO A
Community Forum
Join this public discussion about the
Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail renovation project

January 12, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail Authority Hosts Public Meeting
Seeking input on its renovation project

Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail (ACRJ) Authority will be hosting a community forum on January 25, 2024, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Carver Recreation Center, Classroom Lounge, 233 4th Street NW, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903. The Authority seeks input from the community regarding its renovation project. Light refreshments will be provided.

There is a Zoom Virtual Option for this meeting. You can join the meeting virtually by using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2246822826?omn=81165115446

The purpose of this meeting is to review and discuss three design options as presented by Moseley Architects.

1) A design intended to address minimal deficiencies in the 1974 original
facility.
2) A design proposed to address major deficiencies.
3) The current design that was submitted to and approved by the Board of Local and Regional Jails and approved for 25% reimbursement by the
General Assembly

Tony Bell, Moseley Architects and his team as well as Jail Superintendent Martin Kumer will be present to facilitate the meeting and answer any questions.
Two more public meetings are planned for February 12 and February 29 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Carver Recreation Center, Classroom Lounge, 233 4th Street NW, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903. All 3 meetings will have a virtual option. For information about the project, go to www.acrj.org/renovationproject or contact Colonel Martin Kumer, Superintendent of ACRJ, at or (434) 977-6981.

Mission Statement

To receive, consider, and incorporate meaningful community and stakeholder input regarding the anticipated renovation of the physical facilities of the Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail, and giving particular attention to inmate capacity, physical and mental well-being, gender equality, alternatives to 24/7 incarceration (including HEI), and re-entry programming, while respecting the financial contributions of the taxpayers.

Nelson County is coordinating a local community forum for the near future. The day, time and location is TBD. We will post more information as soon as it is available.

NELSON COUNTY

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

JANUARY 31, 2024 – 7:00 PM – 6919 THOMAS NELSON HWY, LOVINGSTON, VA 22949

Notice is hereby given that the Nelson County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on the following item. All interested parties are encouraged to present their views at this hearing.

The Commission will receive and consider public input regarding the draft Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is the County’s key policy document for land use, development, housing, infrastructure, transportation, and related economic and social issues. A complete draft of the plan may be examined at the Nelson County Planning and Zoning Office at 80 Front St, Lovingston, Virginia 22949 and is also available online at: https://www.nelson2042.com/document-library.

This Comprehensive Plan Amendment repeals and replaces the adopted 2002 Comprehensive Plan in its entirety. Content, maps, goals, objectives, and strategies for all chapters have been revised and/or replaced in entirety to address key issues and priorities identified through public outreach and to comply with the Code of Virginia. The revised plan consists of the following chapters: 1) Creating Our Guide, describing the Comprehensive Plan purpose and process; 2) Setting Our Direction, describing County background information and demographics; 3) Shaping Community Character, describing a policy framework for growth and development, including a revised future land use map, land use pattern areas, and development design principles and strategies; 4) Connecting People & Places, describing transportation inventory, needs, planning assumptions, and recommended projects and strategies; 5) Creating Livable Communities, describing existing housing conditions and ways to promote affordable housing, housing choice, and healthy, livable neighborhoods; 6) Protecting Valuable Resources, describing information on such topics as topography, water resources, flood hazards, cultural and historical sites, and strategies to promote sustainable growth and development that respects the natural and cultural environment; 7) Creating a Resilient Economy, describing economic data and drivers, key industries, and strategies for economic growth based on tourism and recreation; and 8) Serving the Community, describing anticipated needs and improvements to public facilities and services such as recreation, educational needs, and other public and private assets. The implementation chapter categorizes the strategies from each chapter and provides a list of tools for successful implementation.

This meeting is being held at the Nelson County High School at 6919 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, VA 22949, in a public facility believed to be accessible to persons with disabilities. Any person with questions on the accessibility of the facility should contact the Planning and Zoning Office at 80 Front St, Lovingston, Virginia 22949  or by telephone at 434-263-7091.

If you can not make it to the public hearing but would still like to submit a public comment, you can submit them electronically by emailing them to:  

County Offices and Convenience Centers will be opening at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 due to inclement weather.

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

County Offices and Convenience Centers will be opening at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 due to inclement weather.

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

Shipman Historic District Meeting

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Nelson County and the Virginia Department of Historic Resources have partnered to identify and document historic properties in the community of Shipman. The information collected during this survey will be used to determine the eligibility of a National Register of Historic Places historic district in Shipman. You are receiving this letter because your property falls within the potential historic district boundaries.

You are cordially invited to a meeting to introduce the project and meet the working group. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 6:00 pm at the Nelson Memorial Library, 8521 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, Virginia 22949.

Hill Studio, out of Roanoke, has been hired to conduct the fieldwork required to carry out the historic survey and prepare the associated eligibility documentation for the approximately 60 historic properties in this area. The first round of field work will begin in early December, prior to the January meeting.

This survey does not in any way change what owners can do with their property; it does not impose restrictions from federal, state, or local levels of government. The survey effort will take place from the Public Right of Way and consist of limited photographs of building exteriors. Residents are under no obligation to allow access to their property. This phase of the project will not result in a National Register of Historic Places listing, although it is hoped that a historic district will be identified and evaluated for potential future listing on the National Register. Further public input will be sought before a historic district nomination is prepared.

Should you require additional information on the historic survey project then, please contact Maureen Kelley, (434) 263-7015 or Michael Pulice, Virginia Department of Historic Resources, at (540) 387-5443.

Respectfully,

Candice W. McGarry                                                   Michael Pulice

County Administrator                                                   Virginia Department of Historic Resources

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Virginia Department of Environmental Quality

The meeting will be held on January 10, 2024 from 3:00 – 4:30 pm at the Nelson Memorial Library (8521 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA).  In the event of inclement weather, the meeting will be held the following day (January 11^th) at the same time and location.

This meeting is to provide an overview of our follow up monitoring results, and discuss the process we used to establish phosphorus reduction targets for Black Creek.  Also, to discuss alternatives to TMDL development at the meeting, and more specifically, the option to develop a watershed plan for Hat and Black Creeks.  This plan would include all of the work that we have done in support of the study, but would take things a step further and include a plan to meet pollutant reduction targets with on the ground implementation actions.

Hat and Black Creek Community Engagement Meeting

Nelson Memorial Library, Lovingston VA
January 10, 2024, 3:00 p.m.

Agenda

1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Update on progress since last meeting
a. Additional phosphorus monitoring results
b. Identifying a phosphorus endpoint for Black Creek
c. Shifting to a Watershed Restoration Plan
3. Sediment and phosphorus reduction goals
a. Review of selected sediment reduction scenario
b. Discussion of phosphorus reduction scenario
4. Key restoration plan components
5. Discussion of best management plans to consider for inclusion
6. Next steps

Contact information

Nesha McRae, TMDL Coordinator
DEQ Valley Regional Office
540-217-7173;

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 the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday:

Nelson County offices will observe the following holiday schedule:
January 15, 2024 Closed

Nelson County Transfer Station will observe the following holiday schedule:
January 13, 2024 Closed
January 15, 2024 Closed

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

January 9, 2024 BOS Packet

County Administrator’s Report for January 9, 2024 BOS Meeting

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
JANUARY 9, 2024
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. REORGANIZATION OF THE BOARD AND ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
A. Election of Chair and Vice Chair
B. Resolution – R2024-01 Annual Organizational Meeting of the Board

III. PUBLIC COMMENTS

IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2024-02 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2024-03 Budget Amendment

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Thomas Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District Programs Update

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Interest Free Loan Request – Wintergreen Rescue Squad (R2024-04)
B. Nelson EMS Proposed FY25 Shift Schedule Change
C. NCCDF Request for Support of Housing Opportunities via Fee Waivers (R2024-05)

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Ordinance O2023-08 – Amendment to Chapter 11, Taxation, Article I, Sec. 11-5.1 Exemption for Volunteer Fire and Rescue Members

The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public input on an Ordinance proposed for passage to amend Chapter 11, Taxation, Article I, Sec. 11-5.1 Exemption for Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad Members. Proposed amendments to Section 11-5.1 would change the exempted amount of personal property taxes from the first five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) of assessed value to a credit of three hundred dollars ($300.00) on the personal property tax bill of eligible volunteer fire and rescue squad members.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURNMENT

January 9, 2024 NCBA Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BROADBAND AUTHORITY
JANUARY 9, 2024
THE MEETING CONVENES AT 1:00 P.M.
IN THE GENERAL DISTRICT COURTROOM
OF THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON, VIRGINIA

I. Call to Order

II. Public Comments

III. Reorganization, Election of Officers, and 2024 Meeting Schedule
A. Chair & Vice Chair
B. Secretary & Treasurer
C. 2024 Meeting Schedule

IV. New/Unfinished Business
A. Treasurer’s Report

V. Other Business (As May Be Presented).

VI. Adjournment

The Nelson County Convenience Centers hours of operation for Saturday, January 6, 2024 are 1:00pm – 7:00pm due to inclement weather. In the event that inclement weather continues into the afternoon, convenience centers may remain closed for the remainder of Saturday. An update will be posted in the event that closure is necessary.

The Nelson County Transfer Station will be closed Saturday, January 6, 2024 due to inclement weather.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices so requiring, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Planning Commission hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 24^th at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Public Hearings

1. Special Use Permit #1085 – Campground

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (two sites) on two adjacent properties zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject properties are located at Tax Map Parcels #22-A-59 (2.001 acres) and #22-A-59D (2 acres) at 5032 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Nellysford. The subject properties total 4.001 acres and are owned by Kelly A. Kahle.

2. Special Use Permit # 1101 – Amendment to Condition of Approved Multifamily Dwelling

Consideration of an application requesting an amendment to a condition regarding fencing requirements of previously approved Special Use Permit #716 for a Multifamily Dwelling use on property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcels #6-A-131 and 6-A-163D at 9485 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Afton. The subject properties total 10.94 acres and are owned by Quakeela Teasley.

Following these public hearings, the Planning Commission may vote to forward the applications to the Board of Supervisors (BOS) (with a recommendation for approval; a recommendation for approval with recommended conditions; or a recommendation for denial) for action by the Board.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

EVENTS POSTPONED MESSAGE from American Red Cross:

Greetings Nelson County friends and partners,

we are postponing both; the January 7, “Sickle Cell Disease – Why my blood matters” community education event and the January 20, 2024, Sickle Cell Blood Drive.

Your American Red Cross in partnership with the Nelson County Heritage Center leaders share a commitment to providing more Sickle Cell Disease community education events and are rescheduling the Nelson Heritage Center Sickle Cell Blood drive for later this spring. As new dates and other information is available, we will share it broadly across the community.

We are so very grateful to have wonderful Nelson County partners who host and sponsor regularly scheduled community blood drives; we encourage everyone who is able to please schedule an appointment to give blood at a drive near you today.

The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage as the nation faces the lowest number of people giving blood in 20 years. The Red Cross blood supply has fallen to critically low levels across the country, and blood and platelet donors are urged to make a donation appointment to help alleviate the shortage and help ensure lifesaving medical procedures are not put on hold.

Blood products are currently going to hospitals faster than blood donations are coming in, and in recent weeks, the Red Cross has had to limit distributions of type O blood products – among the most transfused blood types – to hospitals. “Small changes in blood donor turnout can have a huge impact on the availability of blood products and dramatic consequences for those in need of an emergency blood transfusion,” said Dr. Eric Gehrie, executive physician director for the Red Cross. “More challenges may lie ahead as the potential for severe winter weather and seasonal illness may compound the dire blood supply situation. Donors of all types – especially those with type O blood and those giving platelets – are urged to give now.”

Don’t wait – to make an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). The Red Cross and the National Football League (NFL) are partnering this January, during National Blood Donor Month, to urge individuals to give blood or platelets and help tackle the emergency blood shortage. Those who come to give blood, platelets or plasma in January will automatically be entered for a chance to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Super Bowl. Local upcoming blood donation opportunities can be found by visiting: RedCrossBlood.org.

Nelson County Heritage Center and American Red Cross

Nelson Education Event January 7, 2024 – Postponed

Sickle Cell Blood Drive January 20, 2024 – Postponed

The Nelson County Heritage Center and your American Red Cross are partnering together to host two important community Sickle Cell events January 2024. In the United States, an estimated 100,000 people of various racial and ethnic backgrounds have sickle cell disease, with the majority being of African descent. Blood from people of the same race or similar ethnicity is important in ensuring the best transfusion results, with the least potential reaction.

Sunday, January 7, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – “Sickle Cell Disease – Why my blood matters” presented by Alexis Innis, American Red Cross, Central Virginia, Blood Donor Manager. Did you know Sickle cell disease affects 1 out of every 365 Black or African American births, or people with sickle cell disease may need as many as 100 units of blood each year? Learn how your blood donations could help alleviate the symptoms of someone living with sickle cell disease, or even help save their life.

Saturday, January 20, 2024, The Nelson Heritage Center and your American Red Cross present the Martin Luther King, Jr., weekend of celebration and service Sickle Cell – Blood Drive from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Are You Ready To Give Blood?  Your blood donation could be what patients with sickle cell disease need to treat their condition. Blood donation is essential in ensuring the health of our communities. Reserve your appointment at www.redcrossblood.org by using Sponsor Code: NHC Or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

This event is open to all and everyone who attends will benefit from learning more about the impacts of Sickle Cell disease on those who live with the pain, and hope that the blood they need to ease that pain, is there, when they need it. Light afternoon snacks, sandwiches, fruit, vegetable tray, assorted sweets and beverages will be provided for attendees. Please RSVP to Alexis Innis . by no later than Friday, January 5, 2024, if you are able to join us.

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-1427, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 9, 2024 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia.

The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public input on an Ordinance proposed for passage to amend Chapter 11, Taxation, Article I, Sec. 11-5.1 Exemption for Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad Members. Proposed amendments to Section 11-5.1 would change the exempted amount of personal property taxes from the first five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) of assessed value to a credit of up to three hundred dollars ($300.00) on the personal property tax bill of eligible volunteer fire and rescue squad members.

Copies of the full text of the proposed Ordinance amendment are available for review in the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Virginia Blue Ridge Railway Trail
PARTIAL TRAIL CLOSURE NOTICE

Piney River to Rose Mill will be CLOSED on Wednesday January 3, 2024 as Nelson County Parks and Recreation will be conducting tree work along the trail. This section of the trail will reopen to the public on Thursday January 4, 2024. Rose Mill to the Trail End will remain open during this time.  This closure project is weather permitting. Any delays in work will be posted as necessary.  Please contact NCPR for any questions and updates regarding the closure. (434)263-7130.

In accordance with requirements from the 2019 legislative session amending Section 15.2- 2511 of the Code of Virginia, effective July 1, 2019, if the locality’s audit is not completed as required by this statute, the locality must promptly post a statement on its website.

Nelson County Delay of FY 2022-2023 Audit Completion  Notification

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed on the following days in observance of the New Year’s holiday:

Nelson County offices will observe the following holiday schedule:
January 1, 2024 Closed

Nelson County Transfer Station will observe the following holiday schedule:
December 30, 2023 Closed
January 1, 2024 Closed

All County Convenience Collection Sites and Public Safety Operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

During their evening session on December 12, 2023, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors voted to terminate the ban on open air burning.  This is effective immediately.

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County departments and offices, including the County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed on the following days in observance of the holidays:

Nelson County departments and offices will observe the following holiday schedule:
December 22, 2023 Closed at Noon
December 25, 2023 Closed

Nelson County Transfer Station will observe the following holiday schedule:
December 23, 2023 Closed
December 25, 2023 Closed

All County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

Nelson County is experiencing an internet connectivity issue due to issues with the internet service provider’s network. We will be unable to live stream today’s Board of Supervisors’ meetings on YouTube. Staff will be recording the meetings and post online as soon as the connectivity issues are resolved. We apologize for this inconvenience.

December 12, 2023 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
DECEMBER 12, 2023
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. MEET THE LEGISLATOR

IV. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2023-76 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2023-77 FY24 Budget Amendment

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. Blue Ridge Tunnel After Dark Event Report & Check Presentation
B. VDOT Report
C. Update on Debt Capacity – Davenport
D. Larkin Property Master Plan – Architectural Partners
E. Regional Transit Governance Study – TJPDC

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Funding Request from Lovingston Beautification Volunteers
B. Authorization for Public Hearing on Personal Property Tax Exemption for Volunteer Fire and Rescue (R2023-78)
C. School Zone Speed Enforcement (R2023-79)
D. Transient Occupancy Tax Rate Increase (O2023-02)

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO §2.2-3711 (A)(7) & (A)(8)

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Special Use Permit #1050 – Campground

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (six sites) on property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #16-A-17 at 6973 North Fork Rd in Montebello. The subject property is 100.196 acres and is owned by Lacy Montebello LLC.

B. Ordinance O2023-07 – Amendment to Chapter 11, Taxation, Article II, Division 2 Exemptions for Elderly and Disabled

The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public input on an Ordinance proposed for passage to amend Chapter 11, Taxation, Article II, Division 2 Exemptions for Elderly and Disabled. Proposed amendments to Section 11-43 Restrictions and Conditions, would increase the maximum owners’ total combined income from $50,000 to $75,000; and the maximum owners’ total net worth would increase from $100,000 to $125,000. The proposed amendments to Section 11-48 Determination of exemption, would update the income and net worth numbers to reflect the changes made to Section 11-43.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)
A. Local Burn Ban

V. ADJOURNMENT

December 12, 2023 NCBA Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BROADBAND AUTHORITY
DECEMBER 12, 2023
THE MEETING CONVENES AT 1:00 P.M.
IN THE GENERAL DISTRICT COURTROOM
OF THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON, VIRGINIA

I. Call to Order

II. Public Comments

III. Consent Agenda
       A. Resolution – R2023-04 Minutes for Approval

IV. Presentation
A. Firefly Fiber Broadband Progress Update

V. New/Unfinished Business
A. Treasurer’s Report
B. Dissolution & Termination of NCBA (R2023-03 tabled from June 13, 2023 NCBA meeting)

VI. Other Business (As May Be Presented)

VII. Adjournment

COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA

To the Secretary of the Electoral Board:

WHEREAS a notice in proper form has been received from the appropriate authority requesting the calling of a Primary
Election for the purpose of selecting delegates to the national convention for the Republican and Democratic Parties for
the office of President of the United States. Should only one candidate qualify for the primary ballot for the office, no
primary will be held.

THEREFORE, you are, in the name of the Commonwealth and pursuant to § 24.2-517 of the Code of Virginia, ordered to
cause a Primary Election to be held in your locality on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, for the purpose aforesaid. You are further
ordered to post a copy of this order on the official website of the county or city, at not less than 10 public places in the county
or city, or have the order published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation in your locality.

Witness the following official Signature and the Seal of the Board
at Richmond, this 6th day of December, 2023.

Susan Beals
Commissioner, Department of Elections

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Virginia Department of Environmental Quality

The meeting will be held on January 10, 2024 from 3:00 – 4:30 pm at the Nelson Memorial Library (8521 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA).  In the event of inclement weather, the meeting will be held the following day (January 11^th) at the same time and location.

This meeting is to provide an overview of our follow up monitoring results, and discuss the process we used to establish phosphorus reduction targets for Black Creek.  Also, to discuss alternatives to TMDL development at the meeting, and more specifically, the option to develop a watershed plan for Hat and Black Creeks.  This plan would include all of the work that we have done in support of the study, but would take things a step further and include a plan to meet pollutant reduction targets with on the ground implementation actions.

Hat and Black Creek Community Engagement Meeting

Nelson Memorial Library, Lovingston VA
January 10, 2024, 3:00 p.m.

Agenda

1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Update on progress since last meeting
a. Additional phosphorus monitoring results
b. Identifying a phosphorus endpoint for Black Creek
c. Shifting to a Watershed Restoration Plan
3. Sediment and phosphorus reduction goals
a. Review of selected sediment reduction scenario
b. Discussion of phosphorus reduction scenario
4. Key restoration plan components
5. Discussion of best management plans to consider for inclusion
6. Next steps

Contact information

Nesha McRae, TMDL Coordinator
DEQ Valley Regional Office
540-217-7173;

December 4, 2023 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
DECEMBER 4, 2023
THE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING CONVENES AT 10:00 A.M. IN THE
GENERAL DISTRICT COURTROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. NELSON HERITAGE CENTER RENOVATION FINANCING
A. Consideration of Subordination Agreement

III. SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT LEADERSHIP TRANSITION
A. Consideration of Request to Offer Employee Retention Incentives through December 31, 2023 (Sheriff David Hill)
B. Consideration of Request to Utilize Existing Local Salary Supplements as of January 1, 2024 (Sheriff-elect Mark Embrey)

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURNMENT

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310 and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 12, 2023 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Special Use Permit #1050 – Campground
Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (six sites) on property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #16-A-17 at 6973 North Fork Rd in Montebello. The subject property is 100.196 acres and is owned by Lacy Montebello LLC.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-1427, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 12, 2023 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia.

The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public input on an Ordinance proposed for passage to amend Chapter 11, Taxation, Article II, Division 2 Exemptions for Elderly and Disabled. Proposed amendments to Section 11-43 Restrictions and Conditions, would increase the maximum owners’ total combined income from $50,000 to $75,000; and the maximum owners’ total net worth would increase from $100,000 to $125,000. The proposed amendments to Section 11-48 Determination of exemption, would update the income and net worth numbers to reflect the changes made to Section 11-43.

Copies of the full text of the proposed Ordinance amendment are available for review in the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Call for Special Meeting on December 4, 2023

November 27, 2023

Candice W. McGarry
Clerk, Nelson County Board of Supervisors
P.O. Box 336
Lovingston, VA 22949

Dear Ms. McGarry,

Pursuant to §15.2-1418 of the Code of Virginia, this letter is to request a Special Called Meeting of the Nelson County Board of Supervisors to be held on December 4, 2023 at 10 a.m. in the General District Courtroom at the Courthouse in Lovingston, 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, VA 22967.

The purpose of the Special Called Meeting is to discuss the following:

• Nelson Heritage Center Renovation Financing – Consideration of Requested Subordination of County’s Interest to the Loan and Deed of Trust (Subordination Agreement)
• Budgetary matters related to the Sheriff’s Department Leadership Transition
o Consideration of Outgoing Sheriff’s Request to Offer Employee Retention Incentives Through December 31, 2023.
o Consideration of Incoming Sheriff’s Request to Utilize Existing Local Salary Supplements as of January 1, 2024 and Additional Position Funding.

The Board of Supervisors may also consider other matters at the Special Called Meeting, predicated on the attendance of all members of said Board at the Special Called Meeting.

Sincerely,

Jesse N. Rutherford, Chairman
Nelson County Board of Supervisors

cc: Members, Nelson County Board of Supervisors

To translate the information on the www.nelsoncounty-va.gov website, click on the button in the bottom right hand corner of the home page.

Available languages include:  English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Chinese, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian  and Arabic.

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution R2023-74 to declare a local drought emergency in Nelson County at today’s afternoon session.  Additionally, Emergency Ordinance 2023-01 was adopted to enact a local burn ban which bans open air burning.  The local burn ban is effective immediately.

Declaration of Local Drought Emergency

Emergency Ordinance Local Burn Ban in effect November 16, 2023

Alert:
…AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT…

Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has issued a Code Red Air Quality Action Day for Fine Particulates for Augusta, Clarke,
Frederick, Nelson, Page, Rockingham, Shenandoah, and Warren Counties until midnight EST tonight. Code Orange to Code Red air quality is
also forecast over Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan Counties in West Virginia.

An Air Quality Action Day means that Fine Particulate concentrations within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. For
additional information, please visit the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality at: www.deq.virginia.govalertCTAsDict

Nelson County Drought USDA 2023

Nelson County has been approved as a drought designation area by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Nelson County farmers affected by the drought are eligible to apply for federal assistance through the Farm Service Agency (FSA).
For more information on these assistance programs and the application process please reach out to Dr. Ronald M. Howell, State Executive Director at the Farm Service Agency (FSA) by phone at 804-287-1503 or by email at

Nelson County drought data below:

Drought & Dryness Categories % of Nelson County
D0 – Abnormally Dry  0
D1 – Moderate Drought 36.08
D2 – Severe Drought 49.65
D3 – Extreme Drought 14.27
D4 – Exceptional Drought 0
Total Area in Drought (D1–D4) 100.00

Agriculture Estimates in Nelson County:

12,257 acres of Hay in drought
1,227 acres of Haylage in drought
508 acres of Corn in drought
6,047 head of cattle in drought
993 head of sheep in drought

You can find the drought monitoring link for Nelson County here: Nelson County Conditions | Drought.gov.

November 16, 2023 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2023-66 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2023-40C FY24 Budget Adoption Correction
C. Resolution – R2023-41C FY24 Budget Appropriation Correction
D. Resolution – R2023-67 FY24 Budget Amendment

IV. PROCLAMATION – NOVEMBER 26, 2023 ARTISTS SUNDAY (P2023-04)

V. EMERGENCY ORDINANCE 2023-01– BURN BAN

VI. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Proposed Solar Development – Savion, LLC (Jeannine Johnson)

VII. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Interest Free Loan Request – Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire and Rescue (R2023-69)
B. Authorization for Public Hearing on Amendment to Tax Relief for Elderly and Disabled (R2023-70)
C. PMA Architecture Proposal – DSS Building Design, Bid, and Construction Administration (R2023-71)
D. State Compensation Board 2% Employee Compensation Adjustment and Funding
1. Consideration of 2% Salary Increase for All Employees Effective December 1, 2023 (R2023-72)

VIII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

IX. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. 2024 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM – DAVID BLOUNT (R2023-68)

IV. REGIONAL JAIL RENOVATION PROJECT INTERIM FINANCING
(R2023-73)

V. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Special Use Permit #1050 – Campground

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (twenty sites) on property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #16-A-17 at 6973 North Fork Rd in Montebello. The subject property is 100.196 acres and is owned by Lacy Montebello LLC.

VI. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

VII. ADJOURNMENT

ROUTE 151- ROCKFISH VALLEY HWY
CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT STUDY
PROJECT ALTERNATIVES INPUT MEETING PRESENTATION – PRESENTED BY VDOT ON NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Rte 151 Alternatives Public Input Meeting .231030

STUDY SCOPE

• Study area starts from Afton Mountain Rd. intersection to 2.5 mile south of Beech Grove Rd.
• Study area is approximately 14 miles
• All the 7 intersections are TWSC
• Evaluate the operational and safety characteristics of the Rte. 151 corridor
• Improve accessibility, operations, and safety for all modes of transportation
• Improve multi-modal accessibility within the Nellysford community

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 observe the following holiday schedule:

November 22, 2023 Closed at Noon
November 23, 2023 Closed
November 24, 2023 Closed

Nelson County Transfer Station will observe the following holiday schedule:

November 23, 2023 Closed
November 24, 2023 Closed at Noon
November 25, 2023 Closed

Nelson County Convenience Collection Sites will observe the following holiday schedule:

November 23, 2023 Closed

All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

The Nelson Heritage Center and American Red Cross Invite You To:
Sickle Cell Lunch and Learn
Community & Partner Education Event

Nelson Lunch and Learn Flyer

closing-the-sickle-cell-gap-partner-engagement

Friday, November 17th, 2023
12:00 – 1:00 pm

Nelson Heritage Center
1653 Thomas Nelson Hwy
Arrington, VA 22922

Please RSVP to Alexis Innis
Virtual attendance will be available via Teams

Due to extremely dry conditions which create an immediate and substantial threat of fire, citizens are strongly discouraged from any open air burning. The Board of Supervisors will consider adoption of an emergency ordinance implementing a local burn ban at its regular meeting on November 16th; effective upon adoption.

Draft Emergency Ordinance 2023-01 Burn Ban

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County courts, departments and offices will be closed on Friday, November 10, 2023 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Monday, November 13, 2023.

The County’s Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed on Friday, November 10, 2023 and Saturday, November 11, 2023.  It will reopen for regular hours of operation on Monday, November 13, 2023.

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County courts, departments and offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 in observance of the Election Day holiday and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.

The County Convenience Centers, the Solid Waste Transfer Station and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

ROUTE 151- ROCKFISH VALLEY HWY
CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT STUDY
PROJECT ALTERNATIVES INPUT MEETING PRESENTATION – PRESENTED BY VDOT ON NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Rte 151 Alternatives Public Input Meeting .231030

STUDY SCOPE

• Study area starts from Afton Mountain Rd. intersection to 2.5 mile south of Beech Grove Rd.
• Study area is approximately 14 miles
• All the 7 intersections are TWSC
• Evaluate the operational and safety characteristics of the Rte. 151 corridor
• Improve accessibility, operations, and safety for all modes of transportation
• Improve multi-modal accessibility within the Nellysford community

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310 and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 16, 2023 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Special Use Permit #1050 – Campground
Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (twenty sites) on property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #16-A-17 at 6973 North Fork Rd in Montebello. The subject property is 100.196 acres and is owned by Lacy Montebello LLC.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices so requiring, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Planning Commission hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 15^th at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Public Hearings

1. Special Use Permit #1085 – Campground

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (three sites) on three adjacent properties zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject properties are located at Tax Map Parcels #22-A-59 (2.001 acres), #22-A-59C (2.031 acres), and #22-A-59D (2 acres) at 5032 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Nellysford. The subject properties total 6.032 acres and are owned by Kelly A. Kahle.

Following these public hearings, the Planning Commission may vote to forward the applications to the Board of Supervisors (BOS) (with a recommendation for approval; a recommendation for approval with recommended conditions; or a recommendation for denial) for action by the Board.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

Nelson County, VA
Request for Quotes
Schuyler River Access Quote Proposal

Nelson County Parks and Recreation is creating a river access along the Rockfish River in Schuyler. This project will consist of clearing an area of 5,566 square feet of existing trees and installing a gravel parking area.

Work to be Completed:
Tree and brush clearing: including chipping and hauling all debris off site
Cut any existing vegetation to solid earth
Install 15” plastic roadway culverts off the road running under site entrance
Install roadway fabric across entire area
Layer of #3 base stone compacted
Minimum of 6” of 21A crusher run gravel compacted each 2”

Site visits can be arranged by contacting Jerry West with Nelson County Parks and Recreation at (434)263-7133 or emailing .

Please submit proof of license and insurance with quote.

Quotes will be accepted until November 15, 2023 at 5pm. Please submit all quotes to Nelson County Parks and Recreation by email to with subject line Schuyler River Access Quote Proposal or mail to P.O. Box 442, Lovingston, VA 22949.

Awarded quote will be notified following November 15th.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors
EOE

George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Glenwood-Pedlar Ranger District

Forest Service News Release

Lauren Stull, District Ranger
Lauren.Stull@usda.gov
540-291-2188

Crabtree Falls Trail closed the morning of Wednesday, October 25 for Fire and Rescue Training

Natural Bridge Station, Va, October 23 —Crabtree Falls Trail in Nelson County will be closed to all users on Wednesday, October 25, from sunrise until noon. The trail will reopen to the public at noon.

The Forest Service is hosting training for first responders in conjunction with Wintergreen Fire & Rescue.

Glenwood-Pedlar District Ranger Lauren Stull said, “We know how much the public treasures Crabtree Falls. Because of its high use, it’s imperative that we provide opportunities for first responders to prepare for emergency situations We appreciate the public’s patience while we undertake important training to keep our visitors safe.”

For more information, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/gwj or follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GWJNF and X: (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/GWJNF.

Study Limits: Rte. 151 from Afton Mountain Road to 2.3 mi south of
Beech Grove Road
What: Rte. 151 Corridor Study – Project Alternatives Input Meeting
Where: Rockfish Valley Community Center Auditorium
190 Rockfish School Ln, Afton, VA 22920
When: November 1, 2023 4-6pm

MEALS ON WHEELS

Meals on Wheels Map – Nelson County

We’re excited to announce we are expanding our services to Nelson County! We are passionate about reaching more people, especially those in rural areas. Meals on Wheels strives to improve the health and support the independence and dignity of our homebound neighbors. If you know of community members who have difficulty both accessing and preparing food for themselves, please refer them to us! This is a pilot initiative, so while spaces are limited, we will look at expanding once we have had a chance to get the program underway. Please see the attached map for our Nelson County service area.

 Who meets our criteria:

– People ages 18 and up

– People with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, CHF, kidney disease or other degenerative diseases

– People with physical challenges such as blindness, are wheelchair bound, or missing limbs

– People who have trouble making meals because of mental challenges

– People who live with caregivers who are not home during the day

– People temporarily recovering from surgery

 Meals on Wheels completely subsidizes meals for anyone living 150% below the federal poverty guidelines and charges on a sliding scale for those who make above this amount.

 Please apply online at https://www.cvillemeals.org/ or call us at 434-293-4364.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices so requiring, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Planning Commission hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 25th at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Public Hearings

1. Special Use Permit #1050 – Campground

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (twenty sites) on property zoned A-1 Agricultural. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #16-A-17 at 6973 North Fork Rd in Montebello. The subject property is 100.196 acres and is owned by Lacy Montebello LLC.

2. Special Use Permit #1044 – Campground

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (two sites) on property zoned A-1 Agriculture. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #41-A-31 in Tyro. The subject property is 0.828 acres and is owned by John H. Jr. and Roberta Fitzgerald.

Following these public hearings, the Planning Commission may vote to forward the applications to the Board of Supervisors (BOS) (with a recommendation for approval; a recommendation for approval with recommended conditions; or a recommendation for denial) for action by the Board.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

NOTICE OF PLANNED COURTHOUSE COMPLEX TREE WORK – October 11^th – 13^th

The Board of Supervisors has authorized essential tree removal work at the Courthouse Complex; which is planned for October 11^th – 13^th from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm daily.  For the duration of this work, the primary Courthouse Complex entrance at Courthouse Square will be closed and parking will be restricted along the rock wall of Court Street down to the corner of this entrance. The use of noise generating machinery and equipment is expected. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you in advance for your patience while this critical work is completed. Please call the County Administrator’s Office at 434-263-7000 with any questions or concerns regarding this notice.

Candy McGarry

County Administrator

Trail Closure Notice

The Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail will be closed on Friday, October 27.  This closure is in preparation for our Tunnel After Dark event that evening.  This is a ticketed event.  Please visit: https://TunnelAfterDark.eventbrite.com for more information.  The trail will reopen for normal hours on Saturday, October 28.

October 10, 2023 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OCTOBER 10, 2023
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2023-63 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2023-64 Budget Amendment

IV. PROCLAMATION – OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH (P2023-03)

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Special Use Permit #1005 – Campground (Deferred from September Meeting)
B. Ambulance Funding Request – Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire and Rescue

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Special Use Permit #998 – Vacation House

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Vacation House on property zoned R-1 Residential. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #21-7-2A at 2617 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Nellysford. The subject property is 1.027 acres and is owned by Gretchen Rush and Glenda MacNeil.

B. Correction of FY24 Budget Adoption and Appropriation Resolutions (R2023-40C) and (R2023-41C)

Consideration of proposed resolutions correcting the originally approved FY24 Budget Adoption (R2023-40) and Appropriation (R2023-41) Resolutions, to include the $2,111,079 budgeted within the General Fund to be transferred to the VPA (Department of Social Services) Fund. The General Fund total, including the VPA Fund transfer amount, is $50,222,334 making the FY24 total appropriations for all funds $95,163,565.

C. Amendment of FY2023-2024 Budget – Supplemental Appropriation of School Construction Assistance Program Grant Funds (R2023-65)

Consideration of a proposed FY2023-2024 Budget Amendment that provides for a supplemental appropriation of School Construction Assistance Program Grant Funds, as requested by the School Division. The request is in the amount of $2,451,703 which exceeds the statutory limit of one percent of the total expenditures shown in the currently adopted budget that can be approved without first holding a public hearing.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURNMENT

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County courts, departments and offices, will be closed on Monday, October 9, 2023 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday, and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

The County’s Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, October 7, 2023 and Monday, October 9, 2023 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday, and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310 and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 10, 2023 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Special Use Permit #998 – Vacation House

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Vacation House on property zoned R-1 Residential. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #21-7-2A at 2617 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Nellysford. The subject property is 1.027 acres and is owned by Gretchen Rush and Glenda MacNeil.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-2503, §15.2-2506 and §15.2-2507, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 10, 2023 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Correction of FY24 Budget Adoption and Appropriation Resolutions

Consideration of proposed resolutions correcting the originally approved FY24 Budget Adoption (R2023-40) and Appropriation (R2023-41) Resolutions, to include the $2,111,079 budgeted within the General Fund to be transferred to the VPA (Department of Social Services) Fund.  The General Fund total, including the VPA Fund transfer amount, is $50,222,334 making the FY24 total appropriations for all funds $95,163,565.

2.  Amendment of FY2023-2024 Budget – Supplemental Appropriation of School Construction Assistance Program Grant Funds

Consideration of a proposed FY2023-2024 Budget Amendment that provides for a supplemental appropriation of School Construction Assistance Program Grant Funds, as requested by the School Division.  The request is in the amount of $2,451,703 which exceeds the statutory limit of one percent of the total expenditures shown in the currently adopted budget that can be approved without first holding a public hearing.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

2023 CARE FAIR

Care Fair Flyer 2023

Rockfish Valley Community Center

190 Rockfish School Lane

Afton, VA 22920

November 9, 2023

1:00 to 4:00

Co-sponsored by:

Here To Stay Wintergreen (HSW): An aging in place organization founded in 2019 We are neighbors helping neighbors who want to continue living safely and independently in their Wintergreen homes. Our organization strives to coordinate with and assist other nearby organizations who are dedicated to helping seniors age more safely and happily in their own home. Website: heretostaywtg.org 

Jefferson Area Board for the Aging (JABA): JABA has been serving individuals and caregivers since 1975.  Our mission is to promote, establish and preserve sustainable communities for healthy aging that benefit individuals and families of all ages. JABA serves older adults, individuals with disabilities and caregivers… in Charlottesville, Albemarle, Fluvanna, Green, Louisa and Nelson counties. Website: jabacares.org

Rockfish Valley Community Center (RVCC): The Center has been serving its community since 2000. The mission of the Center is to provide, on a non-profit basis, a venue for cultural, recreational, social and educational activities for the residents of the Rockfish Valley, the citizens of Nelson County, Virginia and the surrounding area. Website: rockfishcc.org

PUBLIC NOTICE
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
BOARD VACANCIES

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors is seeking citizens to serve on the following Committees/Boards:

N.C. Service Authority Board –North District vacancy
Board of Zoning Appeals– 1 term expiring 11/9/23
JABA Council on Aging – 1 term expiring 12/31/23
T.J. Water Resources Protection Foundation – 1 term expiring 12/31/23

For more information, please contact the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000 or email . If interested in serving, please complete & submit an Application Form available at https://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/government/boards-commissions/# . The completed form may be faxed to 434-263-7004, emailed to , or mailed to County Administrator’s Office, P. O. Box 336, Lovingston, VA 22949.

BY AUTHORITY OF THE NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Joint Work Session Packet 9-28-23

AGENDA
COUNTY OF NELSON
JOINT MEETING OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND PLANNING COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 AT 6:30 P.M.
FORMER BOARD ROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON
(The meeting is a continued session from 09/12/23 (BOS) and special called session (PC))

I. CALL TO ORDER (Chair Rutherford and Chairperson Allen)

II. SCHEDULE & PROGRESS UPDATE

III. REVIEW PUBLIC COMMENTS

IV. NEXT STEPS

V. OTHER BUSINESS

VI. ADJOURNMENT

Nelson County Emergency Services – Disaster Assistance

The Nelson County Emergency Services department wants to help anyone who might need special attention during a disaster. If you or anyone you know has  Dementia/Alzheimer’s, special needs, has accessibility/mobility issues, is on oxygen, uses refrigerated medication, or any other information we might need during an emergency. Please email so we can help you. When emailing, please give your address, name, phone number and what attention is needed so we can assist you properly.

-Nelson County ECC

Quit Nicotine/Smoking Blue Ridge Program 

FREE Support for those who want to quit tobacco!

For residents of Charlottesville, Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson Counties.

Every Wednesday from 5:30pm – 6:30pm starting September 20, 2023 through October 25, 2023. See flyer below for more information.

Quit Smoking – Blue Ridge Program Fall 2023

September 12, 2023 BOS Packet

County Administrator’s Report

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2023-56 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2023-57 Budget Amendment

IV. PRESENTATIONS
A. TJPDC 2024 Draft Legislative Agenda – David Blount
B. VDOT Report

V. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Change in November Regular BOS Meeting Date (R2023-58)
B. Gladstone Depot TAP Resolution of Support (R2023-59)
C. Lovingston TAP Resolution of Support (R2023-60)
D. Nelson County Drug Court Funding Request
E. Nelson FFA Alumni Chapter Funding Request
F. Authorization for PH to Correct FY24 Budget Adoption and Appropriation Resolutions (R2023-61)
G. Authorization for PH on FY24 Budget Amendment for School Construction Funds (R2023-62)
H. Special Use Permit #986 – Outdoor Entertainment Venue (Deferred from August Meeting)

VI. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VII. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Special Use Permit #998 – Vacation House *DEFERRED BY APPLICANT TO OCTOBER
Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Vacation House on property zoned R-1 Residential. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #21-7-2A at 2617 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Nellysford. The subject property is 1.027 acres and is owned by Gretchen Rush and Glenda MacNeil.

B. Special Use Permit #1005 – Campground
Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (one site) on property zoned A-1 Agriculture. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #86-A-36B at 2601 Falling Rock Dr. in Arrington. The subject property is 2 acres and is owned by Lucas & Caitlin Hoge.

C. School Zone Photo Speed Enforcement
Consideration of a photo speed enforcement program to help reduce speeding through the school zones located within Nelson County.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 AT 6:30 P.M. FOR A JOINT WORKSESSION WITH THE PLANNING COMMISSION.

Hosted by: Nelson County 4-H

Location: The Nelson Center Great Room 8445 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, Va 22949

Time: October 7^th 10am-2pm (while supplies last)

Join us October 7 in the Great Room of the Nelson Center for a community costume exchange. Bring two canned food items (14-16 oz) in exchange for a “new to you” Halloween costume. All canned goods will be donated to Nelson County Food Pantry following the event.

HUGE THANKS to these Nelson County businesses who are helping with this effort. They the are reasons that Nelson County is a great place to live, work and play:

*The Ski Barn at Wintergreen – Donating $1 for every bike, canoe, and kayak rental during the month of September
*Lovingston Winery – Donating $5 for every new Wine Club Membership during the month of September (Ages 21+)
*Vito’s Pizza (Lovingston) – Donating $1 for every pizza sold until 3:00pm on 9/16 and 9/30
*Olde Southern Charm – Donating $1 for every $10 spent on 9/23 and 9/30

Costume Drop-Off Locations:
*Bold Rock Nellysford Cidery
*Black Bear Creamery
*HeART of Nelson Artisan Collective

Donation Jar Locations:
*Critzer Family Farm
*Dickie Brothers Orchard
*HeART of Nelson
*Black Bear Creamery

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310 and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 12, 2023 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Special Use Permit #998 – Vacation House
Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Vacation House on property zoned R-1 Residential. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #21-7-2A at 2617 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Nellysford. The subject property is 1.027 acres and is owned by Gretchen Rush and Glenda MacNeil.

2. Special Use Permit #1005 – Campground
Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (one site) on property zoned A-1 Agriculture. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #86-A-36B at 2601 Falling Rock Dr. in Arrington. The subject property is 2 acres and is owned by Lucas & Caitlin Hoge.

3. School Zone Photo Speed Enforcement
Consideration of a photo speed enforcement program to help reduce speeding through the school zones located within Nelson County.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Nelson County Parks and Recreation office will be closed on Monday, September 11th and Tuesday, September 12th. Staff will be attending a state Recreation and Parks Society conference. If you need assistance during any of these closures, please email .

The Blue Ridge Tunnel will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday, September 19-20.  Nelson County will be doing some trail repairs to the west due to rain washout and also replacing the drainage pipe at the eastern portal and adding new top coating of material to portions of inside the tunnel.

September 6, 2023 Agenda – Packet

County of Nelson
Notice of Office Holiday Closing

Nelson County courts, departments and offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2023 in observance of the Labor Day holiday and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, September 5, 2023.

The Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, September 2, 2023 and Monday, September 4, 2023 and will reopen for regular hours of operation on Tuesday, September 5, 2023.

The County Convenience Centers and all public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

 By Authority of Nelson County Board of Supervisors

August 23, 2023 BOS Packet

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
AUGUST 23, 2023
THE CONTINUED MEETING CONVENES AT 2:00 P.M. IN THE
FORMER BOARD ROOM AT THE COURTHOUSE IN LOVINGSTON

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. MASTER PLAN WORK SESSION FOR FORMER LARKIN PROPERTY

III. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

IV. ADJOURNMENT

September 22-23 – 9 AM – 2 PM – Residential Household Hazardous Waste

Nelson residents can get a voucher from Nelson County government to participate

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-2204, §15.2-2309, §15.2-2311 and §15.2-2312 the Nelson County Board of Zoning Appeals hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, September 6^th, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

Public Hearing

Appeal by Thomas and Juliet Wagner of Zoning Violation dated June 27, 2023 – Appealing Notice of Violation by Planning and Zoning for Tax Map Parcels 13-12-4 and 13-12-5 that appellant operated an Outdoor Firing Range without obtaining a Special Use Permit as required in A-1 (Agricultural) zoning.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

Due to the severe weather outlook for our area from 5pm to 7pm; County departments and offices, including the County’s Transfer Station (County Convenience Centers are closed on Mondays) will be closing at 3:30pm today, August 7th. All public safety operations will continue to maintain regular hours of operation.

August 8, 2023 BOS Packet

County Administrator’s Report for August 8, 2023

AGENDA
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
AUGUST 8, 2023
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. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Resolution – R2023-50 Minutes for Approval
B. Resolution – R2023-51 Budget Amendment
C. Resolution – R2023-52 Citation Error Correction on Ordinance O2023-05

IV. RESOLUTION – RECOGNITION OF JAMES MORRIS (R2023-53)

V. PRESENTATIONS
A. VDOT Report
B. Nelson Heritage Center Updates – Johnette Burdette

VI. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Rockfish Senior Group Funding Request
B. Lovingston Village Association Funding Request
C. Water and Wastewater Facilities PER (R2023-54)

VII. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report
2. Board Reports
B. Appointments
C. Correspondence
D. Directives

VIII. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE – EVENING SESSION AT 7PM

EVENING SESSION
7:00 P.M. – NELSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. PUBLIC COMMENTS

III. PUBLIC HEARINGS

A. Ordinance O2023-06 – Amendment to Chapter 2, Administration, Article I, Section 2-2 Safety Program

Consideration of an ordinance proposed for passage to amend Chapter 2, Administration, Article I, Section 2-2 Safety Program. Proposed amendments to Section 2-2 are to update the names of the entities covered by the Line of Duty Act as some of the names have changed.

B. Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of the Nelson County Service Authority

Consideration of Resolution R2023-55 proposed for passage to amend Section Three of the Articles of Incorporation of the Nelson County Service Authority, to provide that the powers of the Authority shall be exercised by a Board consisting of five members, one appointed by the Board of Supervisors from each of the now five election districts of Nelson County. The County since amending §12-27 of the Code of Nelson County on July 9, 2002, has been consistent in appointing Board members of the Authority, one appointed from each of the five election districts.

C. Special Use Permit #986 – Outdoor Entertainment Venue

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow an Outdoor Entertainment Venue on property zoned A-1 Agriculture. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #21-A-115 at 877 Glenthorne Loop in Nellysford. The subject property is 12.83 acres and is owned by Stephen and Susan Groves.

IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED)

V. ADJOURN AND CONTINUE TO _____ FOR A MASTER PLAN WORK SESSION FOR THE FORMER LARKIN PROPERTY.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices so requiring, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310, and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Planning Commission hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 23^rd at the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston, for the following:

NOTICE: In alignment with current COVID-19 guidelines, and to guard the health and safety of all meeting attendees, physical distancing and the wearing of face masks will be required for those unvaccinated in the courtroom. If you do not have a mask, one will be provided for you. Should current guidance change prior to the date of the meeting, the guidelines in place at the time will be adhered to.

If you are not able to attend the meeting due to COVID-19 precautions or restrictions, comments may be submitted (1) electronically, or (2) in writing, and will be accepted until 12:00 pm on August 23^rd.

• Electronically: or
• In Writing: Dept. of Planning & Zoning, P.O. Box 558, Lovingston, VA 22949

Public Hearings

1. Special Use Permit #998 – Vacation House

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Vacation House on property zoned R-1 Residential. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #21-7-2A at 2617 Rockfish Valley Hwy in Nellysford. The subject property is 1.027 acres and is owned by Gretchen Rush and Glenda MacNeil.

2. Special Use Permit #1005 – Campground

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow a Campground (one site) on property zoned A-1 Agriculture. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #86-A-36B at 2601 Falling Rock Dr in Arrington. The subject property is 2 acres and is owned by Lucas & Caitlin Hoge

Following these public hearings, the Planning Commission may vote to forward the applications to the Board of Supervisors (BOS) (with a recommendation for approval; a recommendation for approval with recommended conditions; or a recommendation for denial) for action by the Board.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telephone inquiries may also be directed to the Dept. of Planning & Zoning, (434) 263-7090, or toll free at 888-662-9400, selections 4 and 1. Nelson County does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to its programs and activities. Accommodation will be made for handicapped persons upon advance request.

Class: Firefighter I Academy (Firefighter I, Haz-Mat Ops & MAYDAY Firefighter Down)

When: August 30, 2023 – January 20, 2024

Monday’s/Wednesdays 1800-2200 & Occasional Saturdays 0800-1700

Where: Tuckahoe Clubhouse

37 Stone Orchard Drive

Nellysford, VA 22958

Prerequisites: Students must be 16 years of age the first day of the course. Students under 18 years of age must have parental and department permission. Must be affiliated with a fire/rescue agency. Students only needing Hazardous Materials Operations may also register for just HMO.

Cost: $800.00 for out of county students

Class Size: 16

Registration: To register complete the registration form located here: https://forms.gle/K2iTXmF2pspH55wn6. Deadline to register is August 16, 2023.

Questions: Contact Jeremy Wampler, or 434-325-8534.

Click here for the Firefighter I Academy – 2023.2 Course Schedule

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-107, §15.2-2204, §15.2-2285, §15.2-2310 and §15.2-4307, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 8, 2023 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

Public Hearing(s):

1. Special Use Permit #986 – Outdoor Entertainment Venue

Consideration of a Special Use Permit application requesting County approval to allow an Outdoor Entertainment Venue on property zoned A-1 Agriculture. The subject property is located at Tax Map Parcel #21-A-115 at 877 Glenthorne Loop in Nellysford. The subject property is 12.83 acres and is owned by Stephen and Susan Groves.

Copies of the above files are available for review in the Dept. of Planning & Zoning office, 80 Front Street, Lovingston, Virginia, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
AMENDMENT OF THE CODE OF NELSON COUNTY, VIRGINIA
CHAPTER 2, ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE I, SECTION 2-2 SAFETY PROGRAM

In accordance with Volume 3A, Title 15.2, Counties, Cities and Towns, of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and pursuant to §15.2-1427, the Nelson County Board of Supervisors hereby gives notice that a Public Hearing will start at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 8, 2023 in the General District Courtroom on the third floor of the Nelson County Courthouse located at 84 Courthouse Square, Lovingston.

The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public input on an Ordinance proposed for passage to amend Chapter 2, Administration, Article I, Section 2-2 Safety Program. Proposed amendments to Section 2-2 are to update the names of the entities covered by the Line of Duty Act as some of the names have changed.

Copies of the full text of the proposed Ordinance are available for review in the Office of the County Administrator, 84 Courthouse Square, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call the County Administrator’s Office at (434) 263-7000. EOE.

BY AUTHORITY OF NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS