Tobie C. Shelton

The Planning Commission meeting agenda focuses on the review of Rezoning Application RZ-26-01 for Parcel ID 83A-33-1, which involves a request to reclassify the property from low- and medium-density residential to high-density residential. The commission will conduct a public hearing and discuss the proposal for a recommendation to the Town Council. The staff report provides analysis regarding the land use, access, and the town's Comprehensive Plan.

The meeting featured an introduction to a rezoning application for a property intended for the development of mixed-use, market rate, and workforce housing. Discussions covered the alignment of this project with the town's comprehensive plan, developer selection processes, potential impacts on existing streets, and requirements for future site plan reviews. The commission voted to move the rezoning application forward to a public hearing. Additionally, staff reported on the approval of new terms for commission members and the awarding of a Community Development Block Grant for a local housing rehabilitation project.

The council discussed updates regarding the Spark Innovation Center and upcoming events at the Avoca Museum, including a documentary project. Key business items included moving a rezoning application to a public hearing, approving a special event permit for a cornhole tournament to benefit the Light Beyond Bars Foundation, and authorizing funding from Town Reserves for the Avoca Museum kitchen rehabilitation project. The council also reviewed the draft budget and capital improvement plan for the upcoming fiscal year, discussed departmental and project updates, and addressed local park and trail amenity inquiries.

The meeting agenda included several key topics: recognitions for the Altavista Police Department and Water Treatment Plant, updates from various town partners, and a review of monthly financial reports. Public hearings were scheduled to discuss the fiscal year 2027 budget, the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan, utility rate increases for water and sewer services, and a proposed increase to the machinery and tools tax. Additionally, the Council addressed a special event permit request for a graduation event, reviewed the Board of Zoning Appeals annual report, discussed the status of the 7th Street parking lot and other utility projects, and held a closed session.

The Council held a work session covering several key topics, including a retirement recognition, a proclamation for Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, and a surplus request for the Public Works Department. The Council discussed and supported a resolution for Campbell County to be designated as a Destination Marketing Organization to bolster local tourism. A financial presentation was provided regarding the Town's Fiscal Year 2025 performance, followed by a review of the Fiscal Year 2027 draft budget and capital improvement plan. Staff provided updates on upcoming infrastructure projects, including emergency evacuation planning and ball field restoration, as well as progress on rezoning applications and personnel updates.