County of Henrico, Virginia Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting
The meeting included manager comments recognizing Hanukkah, noting recent violence against the Jewish community, and providing an update on the successful 2025 Christmas Mother drive, which collected substantial donations for families in need. Recognition was given to staff for awards received by the Department of Public Utilities for engineering excellence regarding the Virgi1 R. Hazelett Reservoir and National Environmental Awards for water programs. The Affordable Housing Trust Fund's national recognition was also highlighted. Board comments celebrated the VHSL State Championship victory by the Varina Blue Devils football team and the achievement of the Highland Springs football team as State runners-up. Presentations honored Anthony J. Romanello and Robert H. Witte, Jr. for their extraordinary service to the County across various roles. General agenda items involved the receipt of the Audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2025 and amendments to the FY 2025-26 Annual Fiscal Plan, which allocated significant funds across various departments including Fire/EMS expansion, Emergency Communications technology, Recreation and Parks, Public Health agreements, and various grant programs. An ordinance was adopted to amend zoning codes to delete references to vaping stores and regulate recreational substances retail stores. Other approved items included signatory authority for electric school bus charging stations, vacation of right-of-way, and contract awards for water transmission main and stream restoration projects. Public comments addressed community assistance needs, traffic calming measures, and housing/environmental concerns.