Charolette Shelton

The meeting agenda includes a call to order, an invocation, the Pledge of Allegiance, and an executive closed session to discuss legal advice pursuant to Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711 (A)(8).

The meeting agenda includes the recognition of the Richlands Basketball team, scheduled public comments regarding the CVCA and East Second Street, and various reports from council members and department heads. Key action items involve the discussion and adoption of an Enterprise Zone Ordinance, authorization to pay bills, an update on the Community Planning Partners comprehensive plan, and discussions regarding the proposed FY 2016-2017 budget.

The meeting agenda focused on organizational structuring, including the consideration of adopting Robert's Rules of Order, the election of a Vice-Mayor, and the appointment of a Town Manager, Town Attorney, and Town Clerk. Scheduled public comments were allocated for recognizing the local high school football team and addressing specific property and drainage issues. The meeting included various department head reports, mayoral committee appointments, and board appointments for the Housing Board, Planning Commission, Tazewell County Airport Authority, and the Chamber of Commerce. Further agenda items involved the authorization to pay bills, project updates, and recommendations for various Police Department leadership positions. A closed session was scheduled to consult with legal counsel regarding the AMPGS project.

The council meeting agenda includes requests for a conditional use permit and the use of Norfolk Street for a community event, alongside reports on local property conditions. Legislative matters involve the consideration of two ordinances for the rezoning of specific properties. Administrative reports cover the authorization of bill payments, adoption of a resolution regarding project funding for the Virginia Department of Transportation, and updates on the Wastewater Treatment Plant rehabilitation project. Additionally, the council is set to review procurement for water treatment improvements, discuss year-end financial reports, and hold a closed session to address legal counsel regarding zoning litigation and ordinance interpretation.

The Council discussed several administrative and operational matters. Key topics included the adoption of the agenda with various edits, authorization to pay outstanding bills, and addressing a public complaint regarding high electricity costs and interest in expanding natural gas access. Additionally, the Council celebrated the water department's achievement of receiving a gold award for water quality for the sixth consecutive year, noting the performance and dedication of the department staff in maintaining the aging water treatment facility.