Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for West Piedmont Planning District Commission.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Martinsville
County
The county where this buyer is located.
Henry
Address
Physical address of this buyer.
1100 Madison St
Zip Code
Postal code for this buyer's location.
24112
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from West Piedmont Planning District Commission
The board received a presentation from RiverStreet Networks regarding the status of broadband funding initiatives, including the VATI and BEAD programs, detailing project scopes, locations, and construction timelines. The commission established a committee for regional hazard mitigation, approved an amended FY 2026 Annual Work Program including new project tracking, and passed a resolution of approval for the FY2027 Rural Transportation Planning Assistance. Furthermore, the board adopted an employee handbook policy regarding generative AI, passed a resolution recognizing the service of a former commissioner, and approved Good Friday as an additional holiday for staff.
The Commission discussed and approved resolutions of support for various Round 7 Smart Scale project applications across multiple localities. The Board adopted the 2026 Regional Priorities for the Virginia Community Development Block Grant Program and approved the updated CEDS working committee membership. The Commission adopted the fiscal year 2027 administrative budget, work program, and meeting calendar. A resolution to reestablish the Virginia Roanoke River Basin Advisory Committee was discussed and tabled. Additionally, the Executive Director provided an update on regional housing and broadband projects and staff achievements, and the commission addressed the election of officers for the upcoming fiscal year.
The Commission accepted an auditor's report for the fiscal year, confirming compliance with regulations. It approved favorable comments for a USDA loan application from Ferrum College. Authorization was granted for annual applications for administrative grant funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission, planning funds from the Economic Development Administration, and rural transportation planning assistance from VDOT. The commission approved its 2022 Annual Legislative Program, an increase in the per capita contribution rate for the upcoming fiscal year, and a contract with Thomas P. Miller & Associates for CEDS facilitation services. Additionally, the commission reviewed the Executive Director's report, which included updates on housing grants, telecommunications applications, and hazard mitigation planning, and approved the office holiday schedule.
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Track West Piedmont Planning District Commission meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to West Piedmont Planning District Commission.
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