Summary of January 9, 2024 Nelson County Board of Supervisor Meeting
Present: Supervisors Parr, Reed, Rutherford, Legion. Supervisor Harvey was absent.
THE REGULAR MEETING CONVENED AT 2:00 P.M.
There was a Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
I. REORGANIZATION OF THE BOARD AND ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
Election of Chair and Vice Chair: Supervisor David Parr was unanimously elected chairman. Supervisor Reed was unanimously elected vice chair. Newly elected Supervisor Legion was unanimously appointed to be the board’s representative to the Piedmont Workforce Network Counsel previously occupied by David Barton.
Resolution – R2024-01 Annual Organizational Meeting of the Board set forth below was unanimously passed.
“Regular meetings of the Board of Supervisors shall be conducted during Calendar Year 2024 in the General District Courtroom located in the Nelson County Courthouse in Lovingston, VA on the second Tuesday of each month, beginning at 2:00 p.m., and reconvening thereafter at 7:00 p.m. Should the regular meetings fall on any legal holiday, the meeting shall be held on the next following regular business day, without action of any kind by the Board; unless otherwise cancelled. Should the Chairman or Vice Chairman (if the Chairman is unable to act) find and declare that weather or other conditions are such that it is hazardous for members to attend regular meetings; the meeting(s) will be continued on the following Tuesday. Such findings shall be communicated to the members, staff, and the press as promptly as possible. All hearings and other matters previously advertised shall be conducted at the continued meeting(s) and no further advertisement is required.
Special meetings of the Board of Supervisors may be convened from time to time, as determined by the Board of Supervisors in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Code of VA and the Code of the County of Nelson, VA.
In accordance with the Code of the County of Nelson, VA, Robert’s Rules of Order, shall be observed as the rules for conducting the business of the Board of Supervisors and the agenda for all meetings of the Board of Supervisors shall be established by the Clerk of the Board in consultation with the Chairman.”
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Alex Casillas addressed the Board to alert them that USDA funds are available to help people needing financial assistance in paying to install or repair septic systems and that he could help them access the funds through the Virginia Rural Water Association. He provided his email address and phone number to the board members for dissemination.
John Tani addressed the proposed increase in charges requested by Aqua Virginia which is pending before the State Corporation Commission, and which would start in January 2024. The hearing is set for April 23, 2024. If the SCC grants the request, the increase imposed in January would continue. If the request is denied, an adjustment will be made to future bills. The proposed rate changes affect 445 Nelson County customers in Stoney Creek. Currently the applicable rates are $25 per month for 3,000 gallons per month and $47.90 for sewers. The rates would increase to $38 for 3000 gallons of water (52% increase) and $60 sewer (25% increase). Charges for usage over 3,000 gallons/month will be $8.58 /1000 gallons of water and $19.60 /1000 gallons for sewage. The case number is PUR-2023-00073 on the SCC website where comments may be posted on the SCC. Those wishing to look through Aqua’s application will notice that the basis of the rate increase, is in large based on prospective infrastructure improvements to water and sewer systems in other communities across the state owned and operated by Aqua but does not include Wintergreen. Botecourt County and Caroline counties have hired counsel to oppose the rate and Mr. Tani requested that Nelson County do the same.
During the Board reports, Supervisor Reed indicated that he had spoken with Mr. Tani prior to the meeting and had investigated how the process of rate increase applications “worked”. Supervisor William Pearson Reed opined that based on his research, the rate increase would probably be granted and the hiring of an attorney by the county would not prevent it. The board took no action on the request by Mr. Tani.
3. William Mays, President of Nelson County Farm Bureau Board of Directors informed the Board that there had been some confusion regarding the position of Nelson County Farm Bureau Board regarding land use/capital improvements in Nelson County which he favors so long as the County is “living within its means”. He stated that the good working relationship with the Board is very important to the Nelson County Farm Bureau Board.
4. Elwood Waterfield the III spoke about unspecified corruption and coverups in the county. While his comments were very critical and lambasted a few named and some unnamed people, it was impossible to determine what he was accusing anyone of doing.
III. CONSENT AGENDA: was approved.
A. Resolution – R2024-02 Minutes for Approval
The minutes of said Board meetings conducted on July 11, 2023, be and hereby are approved and authorized for entry into the official record of the Board of Supervisors meetings Approved:
B. Resolution – R2024-03 Budget Amendment
IV. PRESENTATIONS
VDOT Report: Mr. Brown reported that the Blendale Hollow structure replacement has been slow to be opened but VDOT hopes to open it this week. VDOT dealt with a snow/ice event in the mountains last weekend. Regular maintenance has been ongoing including the trimming of brush on the side of the roads and in the medians. Supervisor Reed requested that VDOT do a study regarding speed reduction to 45 mph on Route 151 from the county line to Beach Grove and truck traffic/possible restrictions on Routes 151/6. Mr. Rutherford requested Mr. Brown attend the Livingston Village Association meeting to discuss signs. Jessica Legion requested and the rest of the Board joined in the request for a speed study of 29 from Lovingston to Colleen. The Board as a group requested a study of all the intersections on 29 between Blue Moon, Vito’s, and Freshwater Cove. passed the Blue Moon. VDOT addressed a study they have initiated on the intersection of Nelson High School exit onto Route 29. Supervisor Parr inquired about whether work he observed at the intersection in front of Saunders on Route 56 was VDOT’s. Mr. Brown answered that he did not know. Supervisor Reed made a motion which was unanimously approved that VDOT do a study regarding speed reduction to 45 mph on Route 151 from the county line to Beach Grove. and truck traffic/possible restrictions on Routes 151/6.
Thomas Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District Programs (TJSWCD) Update: Ann Coates and Luke Longanecker presented the history and purposes of the TJSWCD as set forth in power point below. The Conservation District was formed in 1939. There are 47 such districts in Virginia. They are a government agency authorized through Code of VA 10.1-546 and are governed by a locally elected Board of Directors. The district includes Albemarle, Charlottesville, Albemarle, Fluvanna, Louisa and Nelson counties. The districts do not regulate but exist to help and cooperate with farmers.
VACS can help to:
• Improve and Protect Water Quality
• Increase Farm Productivity and Efficiency
• Improve Herd and Animal Health
• Control Erosion and Decrease Runoff
• Improve Soil Health and Drought Tolerance
• Improve Wildlife Habitat
• Sequester Carbon and Improve Groundwater Recharge.
Improve& Protect Water Quality, Conserve Soil & Scenic Beauty, and Improve Farm
Management and Farm Viability through Voluntary Incentive programs
V. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Interest Free Loan Request – Wintergreen Rescue Squad (R2024-04):
The Nelson County Board of Supervisors approved an interest free loan
request from Wintergreen Rescue Squad in the amount of $100,000 to help purchase a 2022 Ford F-450 Ambulance.
The request was unanimously approved.
Nelson EMS Proposed FY25 Shift Schedule Change:
Background:
Ideal NEMS Staffing: NEMS has 12 FT providers of which 9 have historically been Advanced Life Support/Paramedic (ALS) and 3 have been Basic Life Support (BLS)/EMT which is the ideal combination per the NEMS program manager Curtis Sheets of Wintergreen Fire and Rescue. The ideal shift is 3 ALS/Paramedics and 1 BLS/EMT Provider.
Current NEMS Staffing: 12 FT providers: 3 ALS/Paramedic Providers, 6 BLS/EMT Providers, and 3 Vacancies. They have been advertising to fill the vacancies with an emphasis on ALS/Paramedic providers with no ALS/Paramedic applicants as of December 19th. The current staffing provides for 1 ALS/Paramedic and 3 BLS/EMT Providers per shift, which may result in poorer patient outcomes and a higher probability of complaints. Roughly 2,000 people are treated annually with roughly 50% receiving some level of ALS care. If the County were to have all BLS/EMT staffed shifts, it would not only likely reduce patient care service levels, but it would also negatively impact revenue recovery by a few hundred dollars per call when ALS calls are handled by BLS crews. ALS calls handled by ALS crews are billed at a higher rate due to the higher level of patient care provided.
Current Schedule: 2 crews, stationed in Lovingston, providing 24/7 coverage: 4 providers per shift and 3 shifts who work 24 hours on/48 hours off for a total of 2,632 hours per year.
Surrounding Area Schedules: Amherst, Augusta, Buckingham, and Fluvanna work 24 hours on/72 hours off for a total of 2,190 hours per year. This is 442 hours LESS per year than the current NEMS schedule.
For comparisons sake, 40-hour per week full-time jobs consist of 2,080 hours per year. This has had a tremendous impact on NEMS provider attraction and retention.
Recommendations for Consideration:
• Work Schedule: As of July 1, 2024 (FY25) Move to a 24 hours on/72 hours off schedule but advertise it now in order to attract applicants and retain staff. This would require hiring 4 more NEMS providers for a total of 16 at an estimated total payroll cost of $281,000. $86,000 has been budgeted in the County’s Paid EMS budget for phasing of reduced work hours, leaving a deficit or net increase in funding needed of approximately $195,000 per year.
This Recommendation was unanimously approved for the remainder of the year 2023-2024 to be reviewed in considering the 2024-2025 budget.
• Ambulance Transport Billing Rates: Consider increasing ambulance transport billing rates to offset increasing service costs. This can be done at any time during the year. Ambulance bills are primarily paid by private insurance, Medicare and Medicaid and the County has a soft billing and hardship waiver program for patient payments.
This was continued to be reviewed with the 2024-2025 budget.
NCCDF Request for Support of Housing Opportunities via Fee Waivers (R2024-05): The Board continued unanimously approved waiving up to $500 in tipping fees for the remainder of the 2023-2024 budget for tipping fees at the County transfer station for debris generated by Nelson Community Development Fund (NCCDF) projects.
VI. REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS, DIRECTIVES AND CORRESPONDENCE
A. Reports
1. County Administrator’s Report:
Welcome to the new South District Supervisor Jessica Legion!
Comprehensive Plan: The project website is www.Nelson2042.com. Board and Planning Commission members have received final draft documents for review. The final draft of the 2042 Comprehensive Plan has been posted on the project website for public review and a press release issued regarding public review of the draft by the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors. (see attached) Public Hearings have been scheduled, the first with the Planning Commission is on January 31st, 2024, at 7:00 PM., and the second with the Board of Supervisors is on March 20th, 2024, also at 7:00 PM. Both hearings will take place at Nelson County High School, 6919 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston, Virginia 22949. Dissemination of this information is in progress.
Nelson County Service Authority (NCSA) Term Engineering Contract: County and NCSA staff are meeting with CHA, the contracted consultants on Wednesday, January 10th to establish the scope of the PERs for evaluation of the Lovingston water and wastewater system capacities, which will include evaluation of the Dillard Creek area for a water impoundment and treatment plant and revitalization/modernization of the old Lovingston wastewater treatment plant. Staff will advise the Board of the cost proposals for this work upon receipt.
DSS Building: The next work group meeting will be held on January 16th to review a preliminary floor plan and to discuss preliminary building interior and exterior design concepts. Staff has a zoom call scheduled with Davenport and Sands Anderson on financing options and timeline on January 11th.
FY24-25 Budget: The Agency request binder is being provided to the Board for review while staff develops the draft General Fund revenues and expenditures. A proposed budget calendar has been developed which includes General Fund budget introduction at the March 12th regular meeting, work-sessions to follow on Tuesdays and Thursdays through March and into April, if necessary, public hearing at the May 14th regular meeting, and adoption and appropriation at the June 11th regular meeting. (see attached) These dates are subject to change pending Board input and rate of progress.
Route 151 Corridor Study Update: VDOT’s online public survey on the updated plan concluded on January 2, 2024. Next steps will be coordinated between VDOT and staff.
Piney River Solar, LLC Special Exception 2023-369 – Amherst County: NO CHANGE This matter has been further deferred until February 20th.
2. Board Reports
Appointments:
Andy Wright was unanimously reappointed to the Thomas Jefferson Water Resources Protection Foundation (TJSWCD COMMITTEE).
The list of Boards and Agencies in the county or in which the County participates, and current members appears below:
MONTICELLO AREA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY -MACAA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
1 GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE MEMBER
MEMBER TERM EXPIRATION
Mr. Chris Sandquist March 13, 2024 (UT)
277 Saddleback Knoll
Nellysford, VA 22958
(434) 361-0041
chris.sandquist@gmail.com
Term(s) of Office: 2 years from date of appointment, No Limits
Summary of Duties: To serve as an advisor representing the interests of Nelson County
in furthering MACAA’s mission of eradicating poverty and improving the lives of people
living in the served communities.
Board of Directors: MACAA's Board of Directors consists of 15-18 members, with equal
representation from three sectors of the community - the private sector (businesses,
educational institutions, and other non-profit organizations), the public sector (elected
officials from each of the jurisdictions served or their appointed representatives)
and constituents (elected representatives of low-income groups). Terms vary from one to
five years. Individuals from the community may serve as non-voting members of Board
committees.
Meetings: The Board meets at 5:30pm on the last Thursday of each month (November
and December meetings combined). Committee meetings vary throughout the month.
Meetings are held at the MACAA offices: 1025 Park Street, Charlottesville VA 22901.
Phone: 434-295-3171, Fax: 434-296-0093 Office Hours: 9am – 5pm M-F.
URL: www.macaa.org MACAA's Executive Director, Sarah Hanks (434) 295-3171
Agricultural & Forestal District Advisory Committee
Citizen Members (Producers) 4 __________ Term 4 years
Andy Wright dutchcreekfarm@aol.com May 13, 2023 – May 13, 2027 (T5)
1315 Dutch Creek Lane
Shipman, VA 22971
434-263-8938 (H)
Billy Newman enviroforllc@netscape.net May 13, 2023 – May 13, 2027 (T4)
356 Deer Run Lane
Shipman, VA 22971
434-263-4172 (H)
Susan McSwain losthorseshoe3@gmail.com May 13, 2023 – May 13, 2027 (T5)
3254 Dutch Creek Lane
Shipman, VA 22971
434-263-6714 (H)
Ernie Reed ereed@nelsoncounty.org May 13, 2023 – May 13, 2027 (T1)
971 Rainbow Ridge Road
Faber, VA 22938
434-249-8330
Citizen Members (Other Landowners) 4
Joyce Burton joybirdpt@gmail.com May 13, 2023 – May 13, 2027 (T3)
96 Old Turtle Place
Nellysford, VA 22958
434-361-2328
Sunny Taylor sunny@virginia.edu May 13, 2020 – May 13, 2024 (UT)
464 Front Street (Appointed 1-12-2021)
Lovingston, VA 22949
434-996-2267 (H)
434-924-7849 (B)
Mary Cunningham mscsherpa@gmail.com May 13, 2023 – May 13, 2027 (T2)
171 Joshua Lane
Afton, VA 22920
434-1587 (H)
Charlotte L. Rea the.creac1@gmail.com August 13, 2023 – May 13, 2027 (T2)
411 Bland Wade Ln.
Afton, VA 22920
540-456-6509 (H)
434-996-7291 (Cell)
Commissioner of Revenue
Pam Campbell pcampbell@nelsoncounty.org 434-263-7070
P.O. Box 246
Lovingston, VA 22949
Board of Supervisors Member
Jesse Rutherford jrutherford@nelsoncounty.org
P.O. Box 336
Lovingston, VA 22949
434-981-8728
Establishment: Established by the Code of Virginia §15.2-4300 et seq. and the Code of Nelson County, Chapter 9, Article V. on February 11, 2003.
Members: Consists of 10 members, four (4) agricultural producers, four (4) other landowners, the Commissioner of Revenue and a Board of Supervisors member.
Term: Regular terms are 4 years from May 13th to May 13th with a term limit of 3 consecutive terms except in cases where there are no new applicants to fill the vacancy.
Summary of Duties: To advise the Planning Commission and the County governing body and assist in creating, reviewing, modifying, continuing or terminating districts within the county. In particular, the committee shall render expert advice as to the nature of farming and forestry and agricultural and forestall resources with the district(s) and their relation to the entire county.
Meetings: Meetings are held on an as needed basis. Members serve on a voluntary basis, but the Board of Supervisors may at its discretion, reimburse each member for actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of duties.
NELSON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE TERM
Larry Saunders July 1, 2023 -June 30, 2027
1610 Wilson Hill Road (First appointed 3-14-23)
Arrington, VA 22922
434-981-1235 (C)
Larrya5819@aol.com
John Bruguiere July 1, 2023 -June 30, 2027
1339 Stoney Creek West
Nellysford VA 22958
434-277-5516 (W)
540-456-6778 (H)
John@DickieBros.com
R. Carlton Ballowe July 1, 2020 –June 30, 2024
19218 Thomas Nelson Hwy (First Appointed 3-12-13)
Faber, VA 22938
434-263-6285 (H)
434-996-7796 (W)
catbalu1@aol.com
Deborah L. Brown July 1, 2020 –June 30, 2024
23 Windy Acres Drive (First Appointed 4-10-18)
Afton, VA 22920
434-981-2832 (C)
dbrown@alliedconcrete.com
Richard Averitt July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2025
88 Grace Glen (Unexpired term, appointed 4-11-23)
Nellysford, VA 22958
434-262-3418
richard@raveritt.com
Natt A. Hall, Jr. July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2026
462 Horseshoe Mountain Rd.
Roseland, VA 22967
434-361-1780
natthall69@gmail.com
J. Alphonso Taylor July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2026
288 Village Rd.
Shipman, VA 22971
434-263-5894 (H)
434-263-6195 (W)
alphonsotaylor04@gmail.com
Authority: Established pursuant to the Code of Virginia §15.2-4903 et seq.
Membership: Consists of seven (7) County Resident members
Term: 4 years, July – June (Staggered) with no term limits.
Summary of Duties: To administer the provisions of Virginia State Code §15.2-4905
Meetings: Meets biannually on the 1st Thursday of each month. Members are compensated $75 per meeting plus mileage.
JEFFERSON AREA UNITED TRANSPORTATION –JAUNT, INC.
2 CITIZEN MEMBERS
Diane McNaught July 1, 2019-June 30, 2022 (T1)
13721 Patrick Henry Hwy (Appointed March 13, 2018)
Roseland, VA 22967
Ph (434) 277-8579
DCKGlobal@yahoo.com
Brad Burdette July 1, 2021 -June 30, 2024 (T1)
135 Pine Hill Lane (Appointed 10/12/21 for UT)
Norwood, VA 24581
Ph (804) 306-3882
justice7spc@gmail.com
Term(s) of Office: 3 years: July 1st to June 30th
Summary of Duties: To set broad policy in support of JAUNT’s mission which is to safely, courteously and promptly provide public and specialized services to meet community mobility needs.
Meetings: Meets the second Wednesday of each month from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at the JAUNT office, 104 Keystone Place, Charlottesville, VA 22902. Members serve on a volunteer basis. Contact Person is Karen Davis, karend@ridejaunt.org, 434-297-2602.
LOCAL BOARD OF BUILDING CODE APPEALS
NAME & ADDRESS & TERM ENDING
R. Carlton Ballowe (Former Builder) JUNE 30, 2024
19218 Thomas Nelson Hwy
Faber, VA 22938
434-263-6285 (H)
434-996-7796 (W)
catbalu1@aol.com
Kenneth H. Taylor (Cabinetry) JUNE 30, 2024
2415 Arrington Road
Arrington, V A 22922
(434) 263-5564
Ben Butler (Builder) JUNE 30, 2024
81 Bryant Mountain Rd. *(Unexpired term, appointed 7/13/2021)
Roseland, VA 22967
(434) 531-8888
caplerhomes@msn.com
Robin Meyer (Architect) JUNE 30, 2026
15 Orchard Rd.
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 987-4112
robinmeyer32@gmail.com
Robert L. Yoder (Architect) JUNE 30, 2026
80 Tuckahoe LN
Nellysford, VA 22958
(757) 675-1449
LOCAL BOARD OF BUILDING CODE APPEALS
Establishment: Established per Section 36-105, of the Code of Virginia, 1950 as amended and Section 119 of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code effective March 1, 2011, and Ordinance O2011-05 adopted August 9, 2011
Term: Four-year terms except for the first three initial appointees’ terms shall expire on June 30, 2012. The remaining two appointees’ terms shall expire June 30, 2014. Members may be re-appointed without limitation. A member appointed to fill a vacancy shall serve the unexpired term of the member being replaced. At the request of the Board of Supervisors, a serving member may sit beyond the expiration of his term until such time as his successor may be appointed; however, the successor’s term shall not be extended by such delay.
Composition: Members of the LBBCA shall be selected by the Board of Supervisors on the basis of their ability to render fair and competent decisions regarding application of the USBC and shall to the extent possible, represent different occupational or professional fields relating to the construction industry. At least one member should be an experienced builder; at least one member should be a licensed architect or professional engineer, and at least one member should be an experienced property manager. Employees and officials of the locality shall not serve as members of the LBBCA.
Summary of Duties:
To rule on disagreements between the local enforcers of the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code ("the SFPC") or the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code ("the USBC") and those persons being regulated under the codes. The power of the local board of appeals is to, when presented with an appeal, rule on the application of the SFPC or USBC by the enforcing agency or to rule on the enforcing agency's denial of a modification request. In exercising these powers, the local board of appeals may reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or modify any decision under review as well as to determine whether an appeal is properly before them
Meetings:
The LBBCA shall meet at least once annually to ensure a duly constituted board, appoint officers as necessary, and receive such training on the USBC as may be appropriate or necessary from staff of the locality. Members are compensated $75 per meeting.
JEFFERSON MADISON REGIONAL LIBRARY BOARD
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE TERM: 4 Years, July-June 2 Term Limit
Aleta Childs July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2024 (UT)
400 Dogwood Ln. (Appointed June 8, 2021, Unexp. Term)
Nellysford, VA 22958
H: (540) 272-8202
Aletachilds400@gmail.com
Authority: Code of Virginia §42.1-38 - §42.1-41
Membership: Nine (9) members, three (3) C’ Ville City appointees, three (3) County appointees, one (1) each from Louisa, Nelson, and Greene Counties.
Term(s) of Office: Regular Terms are 4 years July – June, with a two (2) term limit. Membership is voluntary.
Summary of Duties: Administer the Regional Library System with responsibility for budgets, finance, public policy and planning for library services. Serve as a strong advocate for improvement and enhancement of public library services in the region and State and determine Library policies. Additional duties include securing funds for carrying out policies and hiring the library director to administer the library system.
Meetings: Monthly on the 4th Monday of each month. Members serve on a voluntary basis.
NELSON COUNTY LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE TERM: 4 Years, July-June
Jennifer Page – North District July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2026
122 Mickens Road (appointed 10-11-22)
Afton, Va. 22920
(571) 246-1297
Jpage.nbs@gmail.com
Chuck Strauss- Central District July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2027
112 River View Lane
Faber, VA 22938
strausshaus@hotmail.com
Gloria Ashley- East District July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2026
48 Henry’s Hill LN (Appointed 3-10-15)
Lovingston, VA 22949
H (434) 263-5035
W (434) 263-4086
Gashley3@verizon.net
Jean B. Holliday- South District July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2025
24 Kingswood Ln
Arrington, VA 22922
(434) 263-5266
Audrey D. Evans – West District July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2024
1184 Dickie Rd. (Appointed 2-12-13)
Roseland, VA 22967
(434) 277-5814
bossmare1955@gmail.com
Membership: 5 Members by Election District.
Term(s) of Office: Regular Terms are 4 years July – June, with no term limits. Membership is voluntary.
Summary of Duties: To serve in an advisory capacity to the Jefferson Madison Regional Library Nelson member of the Board, the JMRL Librarian, and the Nelson Librarian.
Meetings: Monthly on the 3rd Monday from 4-6 PM at the Nelson Memorial Library.
Members serve on a voluntary basis.
NELSON COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE TERM EXPIRATION
Phillipa Proulx – North District June 30, 2026
950 Avon Road
Afton, VA 22920
(540) 456-6849 (H)
proulx@cfw.com
Robin Hauschner- Central District June 30, 2026
403 Perry Lane
Lovingston, VA 22949
(434) 989-8899
robin.hauschner@gmail.com
Charles Amante- East District June 30, 2026
401 River Trail
Shipman, VA 22971
(703) 269-8586 (H)
amantemail@gmail.com
Mary Kathryn Allen- South District June 30, 2024
7763 Richmond Hwy.
Gladstone, VA 24553
(434) 933-8214 (H)
(434) 942-7695 (W)
mkallen@vaems.org
Michael E. Harman – West District June 30, 2024
2828 Embly’s Gap Road
Roseland, VA 22967
(434) 277-5016 (H)
koms@lynchburg.net
Ernie Reed – BOS Liaison December 31, 2023
971 Rainbow Ridge Road
Faber, VA 22938
(434) 249-8330 (C)
ereed@nelsoncounty.org
Authority: Established by the Code of Virginia §15.2-2200 et seq. and County Code Article II, Sec.9-26
Membership: 6 members: 5 Appointments by Election District, with 1 appointed Board of Supervisors member.
Term: 4 Years, July 1 – June 30, No Term Limits
Summary of Duties: As Established by the Code of Virginia §15.427.1 et seq., the Board members serve in order to promote the orderly development of the County and to plan community centers with adequate highway, utility, health, educational and recreational facilities, and to provide for the needs of agriculture, industry, and business in future growth. This includes interpretation and development of the County Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance with review of citizen applications for re-zoning requests, conditional use permits, and subdivision requests with subsequent recommendations to the Board of Supervisors for action on such applications.
Meetings: Regular meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month with the exception of November. Members are compensated $75 per meeting plus mileage paid at the existing State mileage rate.
REGION TEN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE TERM: 3 Years, July-June
Patricia Heggie July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2025 (T1)
93 Fox Run
Nellysford, VA 22958
H) 434-325-1254
pwheggie@gmail.com
Peggy Whitehead July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2024 (T2)
25 Willow Brook Lane
Roseland, VA 22967
(434) 277-5732
Maggie2306.whitehead@gmail.com
Established by the Code of Virginia §37.2-500 et seq.
Membership: 2 local members, with 9-15 total members as apportioned on the basis of population not less than 1 member per subdivision. Members serve on a voluntary basis. 14 members (4 City appointees, 4 Albemarle County appointees, 1 each from
Fluvanna and Greene Counties, 2 each from Louisa and Nelson Counties)
Term: 3 years with a 3 consecutive term limit.
Summary of Duties: To Act as a direct agent of the Region Ten member localities in the establishment and operation of community mental health, mental retardation, and substance abuse programs as provided for in the Code of Virginia §37.2-500 et seq. as amended. Reviews and evaluates public mental health, mental retardation and substance abuse services and facilities available to serve the community and such private services and facilities as receive funds through the Board. Submits governing bodies of regions the programs of community mental health, mental retardation and substance abuse services and facilities. Within amounts appropriated, executes programs and services and enters into contracts for rendition of services and facilities. Makes rules and regulations concerning rendition or operation of services and facilities under its direction or supervision.
Meetings: Second Monday of every month at 6PM. Place: Region Ten, 502 Old Lynchburg
Road Charlottesville VA. 22903
Contact: Region Ten Community Services Board at 434-972-1800
Jessica Phipps
NELSON COUNTY SERVICE AUTHORITY
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE TERM 4 Years, No Limits
Justin Shimp, P.E.- North District July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2026
148 Tanbark Dr.
Afton, VA 22920
H: (434) 953-6116
Justin@shimp-engineering.com
Ernie Q. Reed - Central District July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2026
971 Rainbow Ridge Rd.
Faber, VA 22938
H: (434) 971-1647
C: (434) 249-8330
ereed@nelsoncounty.org
lec@wildvirginia.org
Robert McSwain- East District July 1, 2022 -June 30, 2026
3254 Dutch Creek Lane
Shipman, VA 22971
H: (434) 263-6714
losthorseshoe2@gmail.com
Sergio Sanchez- South District July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2024
1035 Gladstone Road (appointed 9/13/22)
Gladstone, VA 22971
H: (434) 941-1811
sergio.sanchez321@yahoo.com
David S. Hight – West District July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2024
P.O. Box 5
Roseland, VA 22967
H: (434) 277-5351
DHUMINC@gmail.com
Authority: Established by the Code of Virginia §15.2-5113 and Nelson County Code Chapter 12 - Utilities
Membership: 5 Members appointed by Election District.
Term: 4 Years, July 1 – June 30. No term limits
Summary of Duties: To serve as the governing Board of the Nelson County Service Authority.
Meetings: Regular meetings are held monthly on the third Thursday of each month at 8:30am. Members are compensated $100 per meeting plus mileage paid at the existing State mileage rate per BOS Resolution dated February 8, 2022.
NELSON COUNTY SOCIAL SERVICES BOARD
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE TERM (July – June) 4 Years, 2 Term Limit
Edith Napier – West District July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2026 (Reg. Term 1)
43 Napier Loop
Arrington, VA 22922
(434) 996-9403
Emnw739@aol.com
Brad Johnson – East District July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2026 (Reg. Term 2)
2016 Wheelers Cove Rd
Shipman, Va. 22971
H (309) 824-1503
W (434) 872-2766
Bjavin@msn.com
Diane Harvey - North District July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2025 (Reg. Term 2)
10921 Rockfish Valley Hwy
Afton, VA 22920
W (540) 456-6379
harveyasc@gmail.com
Claudia Van Koba – South District July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2027 (Reg. Term 1)
1033 Falling Rock Drive
Amherst, VA 24521
(H) 434-263-4596
C) 434-907-5836
Email: Claudia_van_koba@yahoo.com
Darlene Smith – Central District July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2024 (Reg. Term 2)
115 Deer Run
Nellysford, VA 22958
PH: (434) 361-1258
bspaving@verizon.net
J. David Parr- BOS Liaison January 2023 – December 31, 2023
250 Firehouse Road
Piney River, VA 22964
H: (434) 277-5265
Authority: Established by the Code of Virginia §63.2-300 et seq.
Membership: 5 Members appointed by Election District.
Term: 4 Years, July 1 – June 30. 2 term limits
Summary of Duties: To provide, either directly or through the purchase of services subject to the supervision of the Commissioner and in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board, any or all child welfare services herein described when such services are not available through other agencies serving residents in the locality such as: Protecting the welfare of all children including handicapped, homeless, dependent, or neglected children; preventing or remedying, or assisting in the solution of problems that may result in the neglect, abuse, exploitation or delinquency of children; preventing the unnecessary separation of children from their families by identifying family problems, assisting families in resolving these problems and preventing the breakup of the family where preventing the removal of a child is desirable and possible; restoring to their families children who have been removed by providing services to the families and children; placing children in suitable adoptive homes in cases where restoration to the biological family is not possible or appropriate; and assuring adequate care of children away from their homes in cases where they cannot be returned home or placed for adoption.
The local board is also authorized and as may be provided by regulations of the Board, shall
provide rehabilitation and other services to help individuals attain or retain self-care or self-support and such services as are likely to prevent or reduce dependency and, in the case of dependent children, to maintain and strengthen family life.
Meetings: Regular meetings are held monthly on the third Tuesday of each month at 1:00 PM at the Dept. of Social Services building in Lovingston. Members are compensated $75 per meeting plus mileage paid at the existing State mileage rate.
JEFFERSON AREA BOARD FOR AGING BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Members
Term Expiration
Ernie Q. Reed July 15, 2024
971 Rainbow Ridge Rd.
Faber, VA 22938
H: (434) 971-1647
C: (434) 249-8330
ereed@nelsoncounty.org
lec@wildvirginia.org
Dana E. Quillen July 15, 2025
21 Aistrop Ln.
Faber, VA 22938
H (540) 241-5054
Painterdana21@gmail.com
Term(s) of Office: 2 years: July 16th – July 15th
Meeting: Fourth Monday of every other month at noon
Place: Varies
Membership: 4 members appointed by Council, 4 by Albemarle County, 2 each by
Fluvanna, Nelson, Greene & Louisa Counties.
Purpose: The JABA Board is responsible for developing a comprehensive and coordinated system of services for all persons 60 and over. JABA acts as an advocate for seniors' interests and as a resource for agencies, organizations, and individuals. JABA provides information referral/tracking service and transportation to improve links between older persons and existing services.
Contact: Jefferson Area Board for Aging
674 Hillsdale Drive, Suite 9
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Email: info@jabacares.org
Phone: (434) 817-5222
Fax: (434) 817-5230
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
Board Appoints & Recommends Certification by the Circuit Court
Name & Address & Term Expiration Date
Angela Jones November 11, 2026
148 Miles Lane
Faber, VA 22938
H 434-995-9441
ajjones9267@gmail.com
Carole Saunders November 9, 2028
1610 Wilson Hill Rd.
Arrington, VA 22922
H (434) 263-4976
carolevar@aol.com
W. Jerrold Samford November 11, 2027
302 Bellevette Place
Arrington, VA 22922
(804) 314-7291
jerry.samford@troutman.com
Mary Kathryn Allen (Active PC Member) November 1, 2024
7763 Richmond Hwy.
Gladstone, VA 24553
(434) 933-8214
mkallen@vaems.org
Shelby Bruguiere November 10, 2025
1339 Stoney Creek West
Nellysford VA 22958
540-456-6778 (H)
Shelby@DickieBros.com
Mary Cunningham (Alternate) March 30, 2025
171 Joshua Lane
Afton, VA 22920
434-882-1587 (H)
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
Board Recommends Appointment to the Circuit Court.
Established: by Article 14 of the Nelson County Code,
Composition: 5 members and an alternate recommended by the BOS and appointed by the Nelson Circuit Court, 1 of which is an active Planning Commission member.
Term of Office: 5 years; No Term Limits
Summary of Duties:
To hear and decide applications for Special Use Permits were authorized by Ordinance including deciding interpretation of the district map where there is uncertainty as to location or boundary. To authorize upon appeal in specific cases such variance from the terms of the ordinance as will not be contrary to public interest.
Meetings: Meetings are held at the call of the Chairman or at such times as a quorum of the board may determine. Members serve on a volunteer basis without pay other than for travel expenses.
JEFFERSON AREA BOARD FOR AGING ADVISORY COUNCIL
2 Members
Carl Stellwag
Term January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
411 Perry Lane
Faber, VA 22938
C (703) 344-4267
carlstellwag@gmail.com
Mary S. Cunningham January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
171 Joshua Lane
Afton, VA 22920
H (540) 456-8316
C (434) 882-1587
mscsherpa@gmail.com
Term(s) of Office: 2 years: January 1st to December 31st
Summary of Duties: Responsible for developing a comprehensive and coordinated system for services for all persons 60 and over. Acts as an advocate for seniors' interests and as a resource for agencies, organizations, and individuals.
Provides information referral/tracking service and transportation to improve links between older persons and existing service.
Meetings: Meets the first Thursday of each month at Noon at JABA 674 Hillsdale
Drive, Charlottesville. Members serve on a volunteer basis. Contact:
Marta Keene CEO. mkeene@jabacares.org, ph 434 817-5238
January 9, 2024
Existing Vacancies:
THOMAS JEFFERSON WATER RESOURCES PROTECTION FOUNDATION
(TJSWCD COMMITTEE)
NAME, ADDRESS & PHONE TERM - 4 YEARS
Andy Wright January 1, 2020-December 2023 (T4)
1315 Dutch Creek Lane
Shipman, VA 22971
434-263-8938
dutchcreekfarm@aol.com
Walter E. Morgan (TJSWCD Appointee)
Establishment: Established by the TJSWCD and endorsed by the Board of Supervisors in May 2002. It consists of Twelve Members -2 representatives from each participating County, one Board of Supervisors appointed and one appointed by the TJSWCD.
Term(s) of Office: 4 years: January-December
Summary of Duties: To administer the Conservation Easement program of the TJSWCD by educating the public as to the benefits of water resources protection through such easements.
Meetings: Meetings are on the last Wednesday of every month. Members serve on a voluntary basis. (434) 975-0224
C. Correspondence: None
D. Directives: The directives to VDOT have already been discussed.
The meeting was adjourned and continued to the evening session at 7PM
EVENING SESSION at 7:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
III. PUBLIC HEARING: Jeri Lloyd and William Purvis spoke in favor of the proposed Amendment to Chapter 11, Taxation, Article I, Sec. 11-5.1 Exemption and praised the volunteer fire and rescue staff serving in the county for Volunteer Fire and Rescue Members.
A. Ordinance O2023-08 – Amendment to Chapter 11, Taxation, Article I, Sec. 11-5.1 Exemption
for Volunteer Fire and Rescue Members set forth below was unanimously approved. A discussion arose regarding how to provide a benefit to volunteer fire fighters and rescue workers who don’t live in the county. Supervisor Rutherford suggested a cash payment, Supervisor Reed opposed cash payments to non-employees. Supervisor Parr redirected the Board to the ordinance before them and requested that the Board address the Amendment to the ordinance as written and address any recompense to non-resident volunteers to a future meeting.
The Ordinance proposed for passage amends Chapter 11, Taxation, Article I, Sec. 11-5.1 Exemption for Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad Members.
“Proposed amendments to Section 11-5.1 would change the exempted amount of personal property taxes from the first five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) of assessed value to a credit of three hundred dollars ($300.00) on the personal property tax bill of eligible volunteer fire and rescue squad members.
Sec. 11-5.1. Exemption for volunteer fire and rescue squad members.
(a) Members of the Nelson County Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squads shall be exempted from paying taxes on the first five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) of assessed value granted a credit of up to three hundred dollars ($300.00) on their personal property tax bill. The chief or captain of each squad/department shall provide to the Commissioner of the Revenue by June 1st of each year a certified list of all members who are eligible for the exemption during that year.
(b) A qualifying volunteer must have completed one hundred (100) hours of volunteer activities during the preceding twelve (12) months.”
IV. OTHER BUSINESS (AS PRESENTED): None
The meeting was adjourned.