Reggie Bennett

The Council reviewed funding requests for fiscal year 2027 from Altavista On Track and the Small Business Development Center. The session included a recognition ceremony for a retiring staff member. Key items addressed included the approval of repairs for the Bedford Avenue tennis court, the installation of security signage at the court, and the proposed deployment of a solar-powered security camera at Dalton's Landing. Staff provided updates on a Community Development Block Grant awarded for the Mosely Heights Revitalization Project, discussed strategies for upcoming leaf collection seasons, and reviewed water meter technology and pedestrian safety concerns.

The council reviewed funding requests for the upcoming fiscal year from the Altavista Area YMCA, the Campbell County Senior Center, and the Avoca Museum, including approval for the museum to host an 'America 250 Celebration.' The council awarded the contract for the Jenks River Trail Construction Project and received a presentation on the fiscal year 2027 draft budget. Additionally, the council authorized the reallocation of funds to replace a failed blower motor at the wastewater treatment plant, discussed potential legislation regarding vape taxation, and approved a property purchase contract for 1104 15th Street following a closed session.

The Commission discussed a rezoning application for the Frazier Farm property intended for mixed-use and workforce housing, eventually voting to move the matter forward to a future public hearing. Additionally, updates were provided regarding the approval of new terms for commission members and the receipt of a Community Development Block Grant for a local housing rehabilitation project.

The Town Council Regular Meeting agenda includes call to order, adoption of the agenda, recognitions and presentations, citizen's time for public comment, and partner updates concerning the Spark Innovation Center and Avoca Museum. The consent agenda covers monthly financial reports for February 2026 and Public Works surplus items. New Business features the introduction of Rezoning Application RZ-26-01, a special event application for the Light Beyond Bars Cornhole Tournament, and the Avoca Kitchen Rehabilitation request. Unfinished Business addresses the introduction of the FY 2027 Draft Budget and Draft Capital Improvement Plan. Reports include departmental updates from Finance, Police Activity, Utility Project Statuses, and employee changes for February 2026.

The agenda for the meeting included calling to order, invocation, approval of the agenda, and approval of minutes. A key component was a public hearing regarding Rezoning Application RZ-26-01 for Parcel ID 83A-33-1, which involves reclassifying the property from R-1/R-2 to R-3 high-density residential to facilitate mixed-use, market-rate workforce housing development. The commission voted to move this application forward to a public hearing scheduled for the March 2nd meeting. Staff also reported on the Town Council's approval of new terms for two commission members and the award of a substantial DHCD Community Development Block Grant for the Mosely Heights Housing Rehabilitation Project.