Accomack County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting
The Board recognized the County for receiving the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. Consent agenda items included approval of a VDOT speed study, a local government agreement with the Virginia Department of Health, zoning amendments regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems, the permanent appointment of the County Building Official, the initiation of a rezoning request, the award of airport engineering services, and amendments to BZA appeal procedures. The Board held a public hearing regarding Social Services budget amendments and reviewed the Eastern Shore Community Services Board's annual performance contract. New business included a discussion on local regulatory options for marijuana, water service agreement amendments with the Town of Onancock, and authorization of VACo voting credentials. The meeting also included reports on upcoming work sessions for the comprehensive plan and water/wastewater master plans, approval of FY27 budget amendments, and a closed session for legal consultation.
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Accomack County Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission discussed several items, including zoning amendments to comply with new state laws regarding solar energy facilities and battery energy storage systems (BESS). A request for a conditional use permit by the Town of Chincoteague for a municipal well field was reviewed, and a proposal to amend subdivision regulations regarding lot validations was considered. Additionally, the commission received updates on the status of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act study and a report from the zoning administrator regarding recent Board of Zoning Appeals decisions.
Sep 9, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Accomack County Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission discussed various topics, including a framework for reviewing the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area and Chesapeake-Atlantic Preservation Area regulations, and an initiating resolution to amend subdivision ordinances regarding lot validation criteria. Additionally, the commission reviewed proposed language for zoning amendments related to solar energy systems, battery energy storage systems, and home-based child care systems. A conditional use permit request for municipal water wells by the Town of Chincoteague was reviewed, alongside a rezoning and conditional use permit request for the Duncan Manor Village Development. Staff reports provided updates on subdivision activities, recent Board of Zoning Appeals public hearings, and internal staffing and work session summaries.
Aug 26, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Wallops Research Park Leadership Council Regular Meeting
The Council considered the adoption of a remote participation and virtual meeting policy. Discussion topics included a proposal from the Board of Supervisors to rename the Wallops Flight Facility, an introduction to the Hampton Roads Executive Roundtable, and updates regarding Rocket Lab's recent performance and expansion plans. Additionally, the Council reviewed progress on the Virginia Space Master Plan, received updates on the NASA-WFF facility, and discussed local utility and natural gas feasibility planning.
