County of Henrico

The Board of Supervisors meeting included several proclamations for Arbor Day, Crime Victims' Rights Week, National Library Week, and Volunteer Week. Public hearings were held to approve a rezoning case for the Crossings at Mulberry development, as well as resolutions regarding real estate tax levies, personal property and machinery and tools tax levies, and various utility easement agreements. Additionally, the Board approved the condemnation of rights-of-way for sidewalk projects and an ordinance to change utility charges. The general agenda included the approval of fiscal plans for FY 2026-27, participation in opioid-related claim settlements, re-certification for the Crime Prevention Community Program, acquisition of real property for flood mitigation, and the award of contracts for professional engineering services.

The Board of Supervisors discussed the approval of operating and capital annual fiscal plans for the upcoming fiscal year, though this item was ultimately deferred. A proclamation was issued to recognize April as Keep Henrico Beautiful Month. Additional business included the approval of an alley vacation in the Fairfield District and several resolutions involving housing revenue bonds, construction and engineering contracts for social services, sports and recreation facilities, sewer infrastructure projects, drainage and flood mitigation, and a trail project. One item concerning sewer easements was withdrawn by staff.

The Board addressed various agenda items, including a public hearing for the budget which was deferred, and a proclamation for Keep Henrico Beautiful Month. A resolution concerning the condemnation of easements for the Horsepen Branch Trunk Sewer Project was withdrawn. The Board approved an ordinance for the vacation of an alley, the issuance of multifamily housing revenue bonds by the Economic Development Authority, and several contract awards. These contracts involve the construction of a new Social Services building, architectural and engineering services for recreation and park facility improvements, sewage pumping station work, sewer replacement, and the development of the Fall Line Trail. Additionally, the Board authorized the acquisition of real property for drainage and flood mitigation purposes.

The board reviewed several updates including the Avature Applicant Tracking System, the Comprehensive Plan, and sustainability initiatives. Proclamations were presented for Economic Development Week, Older Americans Month, and Law Enforcement Officers Week, alongside a resolution of appreciation for Franklin Harris. The meeting also addressed a resignation from the Board of Social Services and the appointment of an individual to serve on employee grievance panels. Furthermore, the board discussed the introduction of an ordinance to recodify the County Code and an ordinance to temporarily relocate a polling place for an upcoming primary election. Additionally, a contract was awarded to Waco, Inc. for the Strawberry Hill Pumping Station pump replacement project.

The Board recognized the Department of Public Utilities and Public Works for the Virgil R. Hazelett Reservoir at Cobbs Creek Project receiving a project of the year award. Resolutions were passed to commend high school athletic teams, amend the annual fiscal plan, submit an amended consolidated plan, authorize real property exchanges, and approve various construction and water rehabilitation contracts. Additionally, the Board addressed condemnation for trail easements and signatory authority for project change orders and quitclaim deeds.