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Matthew Ray Lawson

Chief of Police at Pennington Gap Police Department

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Organization: Pennington Gap Police Department · VA

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Pennington Gap Police Department

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Apr 20, 2026BoardMeeting

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Town Of Pennington Gap Council Council Meeting

The council meeting covered various administrative, financial, and project-related topics. Discussions included updates from the Police Chief regarding enforcement, a review of budget status and license forms by the Treasurer, and reports on public works, including building removal at Leeman Field Park and SCADA system upgrades for the water plant. The council also deliberated on town projects including a new hotel access road, multi-purpose facility funding, and utility projects. Additionally, the council addressed zoning ordinance changes regarding manufactured homes, explored the possibility of new soccer fields, and entered a closed session to discuss personnel, property acquisition, and business development matters, ultimately authorizing the Town Manager to negotiate construction bids for a municipal building.

Mar 16, 2026BoardMeeting

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Pennington Gap Town Council Council Meeting And Public Hearing

The council meeting addressed several operational and financial matters. Key discussions included the presentation of an independent audit report, the approval of an ordinance for fire service cost recovery and fees, and the adoption of new office policies and procedures. The council reviewed police department reports, including a tied vote on a grant application for a School Resource Officer, and approved the purchase of a new zero-turn mower and a heat pump for the Welcome Center. Additionally, the council authorized landscape architect services, approved contract payments for renovation projects, and directed funding for property acquisition by the Industrial Development Authority. A closed session was held to discuss personnel, property acquisition, business expansion, and investment of public funds.

May 18, 2026BoardMeeting

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Pennington Gap Town Council Council Meeting And Public Hearing Minutes

The council meeting included a presentation honoring graduating high school seniors employed by the Town. A public hearing regarding the 2026/2027 budget was conducted, and a public hearing for the CDBG project was scheduled. Discussions focused on necessary zoning updates regarding manufactured housing and CBD sales stores, as well as subdivision ordinance planning. Administrative updates covered water line projects, plans for a new multi-purpose facility, the plotting of the old Town hall site, and bidding for a new restaurant project. Additionally, the council authorized the distribution of Lights in the Park displays to their original owners and held an executive session to discuss personnel, prospective business expansion, and investment of public funds.

Feb 17, 2026BoardMeeting

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Pennington Gap Town Council Council Meeting And Public Hearing

The council held a public hearing regarding the issuance of a water system revenue bond, which was subsequently approved. Other actions included the approval of bills, sponsorship of the Pro-Art Association, and a budget amendment for water and sewer infrastructure work on Constitution Road. Administrative reports covered the need for ordinance fine structures, a potential software update for dispatch, snow plow equipment purchases, and updates on various town projects and grants. The meeting also included an executive session to discuss personnel, property acquisition, and prospective business expansion.

Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.

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