Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Gerrit VanVoorhees’s organization
Aug 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City Of Petersburg Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes
The board discussed and adopted a new remote participation policy and a revised vision statement. Financial reports were presented, including an update on the current financial balances and the status of the audit. Presentations were conducted regarding the Façade Improvement Program implementation and an overview of the VEDP iVS database listing industrial properties. Furthermore, the board addressed potential public development projects, specifically a structural review of the Titmus site, and finalized a decision regarding the retrieval of legal client files from a retiring attorney.
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The board discussed multiple requests for Certificates of Appropriateness concerning various historic properties. Decisions included deferring demolition requests for 239 North Sycamore Street and 35 Guarantee Street pending further reports or updates, denying the request for 308 St. Andrew Street to allow for owner coordination, and approving demolition for 10 North South Street and an accessory structure at 629 Harrison Street. Additionally, the board approved directing staff to sign a joint letter drafted by the Cultural Heritage Partners regarding proposed Section 106 changes.
Aug 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Architectural Review Board Minutes
The Architectural Review Board meeting addressed several Certificate of Appropriateness requests, resulting in decisions regarding property exterior modifications, including siding replacement, repainting, new construction, and the installation of garden structures and solar panels. Additionally, the Board discussed administrative approvals, expressed concerns regarding proposed changes to Section 106 Review requirements, evaluated off-street parking material specifications for new construction, and planned a special meeting to review upcoming city demolition requests.
Jul 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City of Petersburg Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board Advisory Board Meeting
The board discussed follow-up actions regarding a proposed letter to the City Council and acknowledged the resignation of several board members. Additionally, the meeting included nominations and the election of a new Board Chair and Secretary.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
