Bedford County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting
The meeting included a certification of a closed session, a moment of silence, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the approval of the agenda. A citizen provided testimony regarding traffic congestion near the Goodview Elementary school, requesting infrastructure improvements to accommodate bus and emergency vehicle access. Multiple residents expressed strong opposition to the potential development of data centers within the county, citing concerns about water and power resource consumption, noise pollution, decreased land values, and the use of non-disclosure agreements. One resident announced their candidacy for a board seat in 2027 and criticized the county's deferred maintenance of parks and recreational facilities.
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Bedford County Board of Supervisors Meeting Minutes
The board conducted a worksession and a regular meeting. Topics included the introduction of new staff, a presentation on proposed zoning ordinance amendments regarding recreational marijuana retail sales (which were excluded as a permitted use) and updated townhouse/multifamily development standards (including open space and buffering requirements), and a discussion on zoning setbacks for residential structures near arterial roadways. Actions taken included approving a five-year lease renewal for the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, authorizing a deed of easement, and approving a special use permit for a townhouse project. Additionally, the board approved rezoning for a commercial office use, amended county code regarding mandatory sewage disposal system pump-outs to allow for inspections as an alternative compliance method, renamed a road, and initiated broad amendments to the zoning ordinance covering definitions, parking, and subdivision limitations.
Jul 28, 2026·Board meeting
Bedford County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting
The Board meeting included the adoption of a resolution to support the Central Virginia Safety Action Plan and the approval of a fiscal year 2027 family recovery court grant. A presentation was made in recognition of the public safety response to an incident at East Lake Community Church. Additionally, representatives from Appalachian Power Company provided a detailed presentation on the ongoing drought conditions affecting Smith Mountain Lake, including discussions on trigger point activations, water management plans, and environmental impacts.
May 12, 2026·Board meeting
Beer County Board Of Supervisors Regular Meeting
The Board approved the purchase of a 2006 Pierce pumper for the local volunteer fire department and received funds from the general fund contingency. Additionally, the Board issued two proclamations: one recognizing Emergency Medical Services Week and another honoring law enforcement during National Police Week. The board also reviewed an amendment request for a special use permit regarding a townhouse development, specifically addressing concerns about the unit count, building standards, fencing, and school and traffic impacts.
