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Aug 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New River Valley Regional Commission Commission Meeting
The Commission meeting covered several key agenda items, including a project review regarding the FERC Mountain Valley Pipeline Boost Project, where Montgomery County's comments were incorporated into the Commission's response. The Executive Director provided updates on various regional initiatives, such as the AM2 Tech Hub application, federal broadband investments, the NRV Passenger Rail Station Authority project, and the distribution of overdose emergency kits. The Commission approved updates to the Bylaws, a policy on Letters of Support for Non-Member Organizations, and an Artificial Intelligence Use Policy. Additionally, appointments to the FY27 Regional Economic Strategy Committee were confirmed, and a voting process for the 2026 Annual Awards was conducted.
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New River Valley Regional Commission Commission Meeting Minutes
The Commission meeting covered a variety of reports and updates, including progress on the AM2 Tech Hub application, GO Virginia grant status, and Radford University's AI cybersecurity planning grant. Discussion topics also included the state's comprehensive economic development policy, a small business workshop series in response to Hurricane Helene, and updates on the Regional and Local Housing Study. The Commission received an update on office construction progress, funding for water supply planning, and the Community Foundation's donation milestones. Additionally, the Commission approved the Regional Economic Strategy FY26 Update, the FY27 budget, and the slate of officers for the upcoming fiscal year.
May 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New River Valley Regional Commission Commission Meeting Minutes
The commission reviewed project updates, including the Radford City Water Treatment Plant, and received an executive director performance evaluation. Reports were provided on competitive grants, strategic planning for the regional creative economy, broadband project delivery timelines, and construction progress for regional infrastructure projects. The meeting also included an organizational overview of the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Board and its ongoing collaborations with the commission. Finally, the body formally approved the criteria and selection process for the commission's awards and reviewed the proposed slate of officers for the upcoming fiscal year.
Apr 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New River Valley Regional Commission Commission Meeting Minutes
The meeting covered various reports, including updates on the AM2 Tech Hub grant, regional housing opportunities, and local infrastructure projects. The Commission discussed ongoing transportation planning, including the FY27 VDOT Rural Transportation Work Program, which was formally approved. Additionally, there were presentations regarding housing industry challenges, including rising land and material costs, and updates on local government planning initiatives and regional developments.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
