Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 1  November 10, 2022 County of Greene, Virginia  THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MET ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2022, BEGINNING AT 5:30 P.M. IN PERSON IN THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING MEETING ROOM AND BY ZOOM VIDEO COMMUNICATION  Present were:  Marie Durrer, Chair Steve Bowman, Member Dale Herring, Vice Chair Davis Lamb, Member Abbey Heflin, Member  Absent was: Staff present:  Brenda Garton, County Administrator Kelley Kemp, Assistant County Attorney Jim Frydl, Director of Planning and Zoning Kim Morris, Deputy Clerk Melissa Meador, Director of Emergency Services  RE: CLOSED MEETING  Ms. Kemp read the proposed resolution for Closed Meeting.  WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Greene County desires to discuss in Closed Discussion, consideration, or interviews of prospective candidates for employment; assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of specific public officers, appointees, or employees of any public body concerning the county administrator position and the process of filing that position. Discussion with legal counsel employed or retained by the public body regarding specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by such counsel, regarding the Discussion with legal counsel employed or retained by the public body regarding specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by such counsel, namely, a possible Discussion, consideration, or interviews of prospective candidates for employment;  Meeting the following matter(s):  previous county administrator.  breach of contract issue.    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 2  assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of specific public officers, appointees, or employees of any public body Consultation with legal counsel pertaining to actual or probable litigation, where such consultation in open meeting would adversely affect the negotiating or litigating posture of the public body concerning the settlement agreement with Charlottesville Land WHEREAS, pursuant to: $2.2-3711(A)(), (A)(7), and (A)(8) of the Code of Virginia, such NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Greene County Upon motion by Davis Lamb, second by Dale Herring and unanimous roll call vote, the  concerning the facilities department.  Development Group.  discussions may occur in Closed Meeting;  does hereby authorize discussion of the aforestated matters in Closed Meeting.  Board entered into Closed Meeting. Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried. RE: OPEN MEETING Board returned to open meeting. Recorded vote:  Upon motion by Dale Herring, second by Davis Lamb and unanimous roll call vote, the  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.  By unanimous roll call vote, members certified that only public business matters lawfully exempted from the open meeting requirement and only such matters as identified by the motion to  enter into closed meeting were discussed.  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 3  Motion carried.  RE: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND MOMENT OF SILENCE  The Chair opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of  silence.  RE: ADOPTION OF AGENDA  Mr. Herring requested that approval oft the minutes bes separated from the rest oft the consent Upon motion by Steve Bowman, second by Dale Herring and unanimous roll call vote, the  agenda.  Board approved the agenda as modified.  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: MATTERS - FROMTHE PUBLIC  Ms. Helen Cauthen of the Central Virginia Partnership for Economic Development was present to share the Livability Central Virginia Magazine with the Board. There is also a new website livingcentralva.org. She suggested the Board take a look and offerany feedback that they may have. They have also hired three UVA students with their two-year grant for Tech, Talent, and Retention. Their job is to talk to students and convince them to start their careers in central  Virginia.  RE: CONSENT AGENDA  Upon motion by Steve Bowman, second by Davis Lamb and unanimous roll call vote, the b. Resolution to authorize financing for purchase of vehicles (See attachment "A") C. Resolution to authorize financing for purchase of loader (See attachment "B")  Board approved the consent agenda as modified.  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 4  Upon motion by Steve. Bowman, second by Marie Durrer and affirmative roll call vote, the  Board approved the minutes of the October 25, 2022 meeting as presented.  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Abstained  Motion carried.  RE: APPROVALOETHE 2023 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM  Mr. David Blount of the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission was present to share the 2023 Legislative Program and ask for the Board's approval. The first priority for 2023 is public education funding. This is a long-standing position that TJPDC has had and is one that really resonates among all the localities in the region. This is in support of state funding for K12 education, and specifically requesting that the state fully fund its share of the realistic cost of the standards of quality. What's new in this priority for 2023 is asking for more flexibility in the use of state funds that are provided for school employee compensation. There is also a new statement that supports pipeline programs for teachers trying to get more teachers available to be in our classrooms, especially in some critical shortage areas that exist. There is also a new statement that we added last year that urged the state to support anything they can to assist localities and school divisions with being able to have school bus drivers, as well as mental health professionals in schools. The second priority is budgets and funding. This is also a perennial position. This is basically saying that TJPDC supports increased state aid to localities, we don't want the state sending unfunded mandates, and we want the state to preserve our existing local revenue authorities. What's new in this priority for this year is additional emphasis and a new statement on preservation of the local option income tax. During the General Assembly session this past year, there was a lot of focus on eliminating the grocery tax and part of the sales tax which has a state portion and a local portion. The ultimate decision that was made was that there was some partial elimination, the sales tax on groceries, the local option piece did remain. We want to make sure that continues to be the case. There's also some new language to request, pera a suggestion by Mr. Bowman, that any study of how state and local revenues are raised also look at the issue of economic competitiveness. And then the final priority deals with broadband. This is a statement ins support of continuing state and federal efforts to expand high speed internet in unserved areas. The state did kick in additional state funding as well as a whole bunch of federal dollars to broadband during this past legislative session. TJPDC is very grateful to be working with Firefly, and all of the counties that are part of the Firefly Rise project. TJPDC's message here is to keep itu up. Mr. Blount went on to share some of the specific changes in legislative positions. In the General Government Section, TJPDC has maintained a very strong support for local authority as itr relates to internet-based businesses. This would take in your short-term rentals issue which, actually, also has different statements, similar in vain, in both the General Government and the land use section. There are a number of new bullets in the Public Safety section, but there are two that Mr. Blount specifically pointed out. One is to encourage state support for both paid and volunteer EMS and fire and first responders. There is just such an ongoing critical component of    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 5  importance that they play at the local community level and TJPDC wants to encourage the state to do more to support the localities in that effort, and also to urge state assistance to localities in recruiting, and retaining law enforcement personnel. Mr. Blount said that he knows that Greene has been talking with our Sheriffs Department about compensation and the number of officers. This has been an issue across the region and across the state, SO TJPDC wanted to add some  increased emphasis in that area as well.  Mr. Herring asked if Mr. Blount feels like we'll get any traction concerning the LCI calculation for schools. Mr. Blount said that he did not think SO. He said that this is another one  of those long-standing positions.  Mr. Bowman thanked Mr. Blount for the addition of the language that he had asked to be added, as well as the public safety funds for police, fire and EMS. He asked ifthere is any chance that the Compensation Board would take a hard look at what they fund versus what we actually need. Mr. Blount said that he feels it will take al hard push from a lot of localities to get that kind of comprehensive look at the Comp Board funding. Mr. Bowman said that he had gone to their website to try to find out what formula they use for funding, but was not successful. Mr. Blount  said he would see if! he could find that information.  Mr. Lamb said that we need more support for our Constitutional offices, especially for law enforcement. Mr. Lamb also said that the state needs to offer more support for Child Services. He said that Greene County currently has over 40 children in foster care. Mr. Blount said that he feels  that Children's Services is an area that has been underfunded for years. Board approved the 2023 Legislation Program. (See attachment "C")  Upon motion by Steve Bowman, second by Davis Lamb and unanimous roll call vote, the  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW AND ADOPT THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT Mr. Jim Frydl was present to share the FY2023/2024 Capital Improvement Plan. He explained that this year was a little different in that, in the past, the Board didn'tsee the CIP until after the budget process, but this year, it is coming before them before the budget process starts. He said that this plan must be accompanied by a budget and investment strategy to make it work. The CIP is a tool for long-term planning for services and the facilities needed to provide the services that our citizens need and want. It allows the Board to coordinate its investments in the future for infrastructure and community facilities and transportation. The detail shows things like buildings for certain staff such as law enforcement and the needs of Parks and Recreation to be  PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 6  able to reach their goals. Iti is thel base data that the Board can use to create the capital improvement budget and to start allocating funds and making investment strategies to deal with these needs. The plan is a four to six-year horizon and it's updated annually to reflect shifts in priorities or to remove things once completed. The goal is to start the budget season with this SO that the Board can start planning for the future and, slowly, year after year, get ahead of the curve, and start taking down things that we plan to take down instead ofj just reacting to things that are falling apart. The key goals of the CIP are supporting balanced economic growth, especially in the county's growth areas designated in the Comprehensive Plan; to ensure quality education and educational opportunities as the schools make up 60% of the total budget, and have al lot of capital needs; and to establish a safe and vibrant community for all ages of residents, including transportation, water and sewer, law enforcement and fire. To accomplish these goals, it really requires a long-term investment plan. There are several sources of local funding. One common source is to review the outcome of the previous year's budget when you're reviewing the next budget and allocate unused funds to an investment account or operational account or by raising the tax rate. The CIP was reviewed by the Planning Commission at their October 19, 2022 meeting and they recommended  approval 4-0.  The public hearing was opened and closed with no public comment.  The Board discussed different aspects of the plan. Mr. Bowman said that he hopes the Board will create an: investment account SO that the money can be earning interest. Mr. Frydl said that, once an account is created, the Board would consult with the Treasurer regarding different investment strategies. Mr. Frydl said that they consulted with Ms. Beigie as many grants require  that projects be listed on the CIP.  Upon motion by Steve Bowman, second by Davis Lamb and unanimous roll call vote, the  Board approved the Capital Improvement Plan as submitted. (See attachment "D")  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: APPROVAL OF PURCHASE OF ADDITIONAL VEHICLES FOR SCHOOL Major David Roach was present on behalf of the Sheriff to say that they are rescinding their request to purchase additional vehicles for the new School Resource Officers as they have  RESOURCE OFFICERS  found an alternative method to allow the officers access to vehicles.  The Board thanked Major Roach and asked that he extend thanks to the Sheriff as well.    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 7  RE: MODIFICATION OF] BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 2022 MEETING CALENDAR Ms. Garton explained that, at the last meeting, the Board agreed to have a board retreat to discuss various topics and the date that was selected was November 29, 2022 beginning at 9am. This would have had to have been a special called meeting, but since we had plenty of time, Ms. Garton asked that the Board simply modify its 2022 meeting schedule which was adopted in  January.  Upon motion by Dale Herring, second by Davis Lamb and unanimous roll call vote, the Board modified their meeting schedule to include a meeting held on November 29, 2022 for the  Board Retreat. (See attachment "E")  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: AUTHORIZATION OF THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE A REBATE FOR QUALIFYING VEHICLES ASSESSED IN FY2022 BY RETURNING SURPLUS PERSONAL PROPERTY Ms. Stephanie Deal, Treasurer, was present to update the Board on where she's at with the personal property tax rebate. She said that she is not prepared for thel Board to vote tol hold aj public hearing on the rebate at this time. She explained that she is trying to be very thorough and it is taking more time than she anticipated. She said that her goal is tol have aj proposal to the Board by December 13th and a public hearing could be held some time in January with the plan to be  TAXI REVENUES COLLECTED IN FY2022  implemented some time in January or February.  The Board thanked Ms. Deal for her work on this issue.  RE: BOARD DESIGNATION FOR VOTING DELEGATES AT THE VACO ANNUAL Ms. Garton explained that the Board needs to designate their voting delegate and alternate Upon motion by Dale Herring, second by Marie Durrer and unanimous roll call vote, the  MEETING  for the VACo Annual Meeting.  Board designated Mr. Bowman as the voting delegate and Mr. Lamb as the alternate.  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 8 MOU  RE: AUTHORIZE INTERIM COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE THE DHCD Ms. Garton said that a company has objected to the award of the grant for the broadband project and is doing its own project. The Department of Housing and Community Development is requiring that the company enter into an MOU between them and Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission to meet their performance standards for the project. If they're not able to meet the standards, the money goes back to the general pool and may be redistributed for the main project. The localities have to sign the MOU even though there is nothing else that we have to do and there is no money that we. have toi fund. They are asking for a turn-around in 15 days and since our next meeting is in December, she asked the board to authorize her to execute the MOU. Mr. Herring added that the Board had discussed this issue previously and that the citizens are not in favor of CenturyLink due to their poor track record for service. DHCD explained that we have to sign the MOU in order to have recourse if CenturyLink fails to satisfy the criteria set forth. Upon motion by Dale Herring, second by Davis Lamb and unanimous roll call vote, the Board authorized Ms. Garton to execute the MOU between DHCD, TJPDC, CenturyLink and  Greene County.  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: AUTHORIZE VDOTTO CONDUCT A SPEED STUDY ON GILBERT ROAD Ms. Durrer said that she would like the Board to request that VDOT perform a speed study on Gilbert Road. She said that iti is not currently posted meaning that the speed limit is 55,1 making  itu unsafe for travel.  Upon motion by Dale Herring, second by Davis Lamb and unanimous roll call vote, the  Board moved to authorize VDOT to perform a speed study on Gilbert Road.  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried. RE: JAUNTU UPDATE  Mr. Ted Rieck, Jaunt CEO, was present to give the Board an update on their services in Greene County in hopes that the Board would consider fully funding Jaunt for the remainder of FY23. He said that they had fully implemented same day service, which operates from Monday -    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 9  Friday 10am to 2pm. He said that they have seen a 38% increase in ridership as compared to this time last year. He shared thei findings oft the passengersatifaction survey in which about 50j people responded. They tried to encourage riders to participate by offering a $25 Amazon gift card for those who returned a completed survey. He said that the survey finding showed improvement over  the survey completed in July.  Mr. Bowman said that he has attended all of the Jaunt meetings since he was made the liaison. He said that he has been impressed with their commitment and focus on accomplishing the goals that were created by the Board. He said that he hopes that the Board will support fully  funding Jaunt at the December meeting.  Mr. Herring said that he is impressed with Jaunt's response as well. He said that he has received no negative comments since the MOU was executed. He said that he feels they have gone above and beyond and that he will support fully funding Jaunt at the December meeting.  Mr. Lamb and Ms. Durrer concurred. The Board thanked Mr. Rieck for his presentation.  RE: READOPTION OFTHE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN  Ms. Meador was present to share the Emergency Operations Plan with the Board. She explained that the Code requires readoption of this plan every 4 years. She shared that some small changes were made, though the core of the document did not change. She said that, because of Mr. Bowman's background, she had asked him to review it in advance of the Board receiving it. There were updates to some names and phone numbers and titles and descriptions were updated tor meet the latest federal guidance. The Integrated Public Alert and Warning System information was added. Any reference to the Greene County Volunteer Rescue Squad was replaced with Greene County EMS. The plan will come back before the Board for approval on December 13th.  RE: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AUXILIARY PROGRAM  Ms. Meador gave the Board an update on the EMS Auxiliary Program. She said that Greene County had a good group of volunteers that ran with the Greene County Rescue Squad and that some oft them still want tol help. She explained that the plan contained 41 tiers of volunteerism such as public relations events, education and training, and call response. Tier 4 would be all of the above. The program would require a county application, interview, background check and an annual physical, as well as any other training requirements set forth by the department. Auxiliary members would adhere to all of the same policies and procedures as the paid staff. They would have a 90-day probationary period and evaluation and again at 180 days. Ms. Meador said that there would be an additional appropriation needed regarding insurance for the volunteers. She said that none of the quotes received at this time have exceeded $8,000. She asked the Board how they would like her to proceed. Mr. Herring and Mr. Bowman both commented that they would like to see. Ms. Meador begin the process SO that she could start receiving applications. Ms. Garton said that they would gather the specifics on the insurance costs for the volunteers and have it on  the next Consent Agenda for approval.    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 10  Upon motion by Steve Bowman, second by Dale Herring and unanimous roll call vote, the  Board approved the Auxiliary Program for the Greene County EMS.  Recorded vote:  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.  RE: BOARD LIAISON REPORTS  Mr. Herring said that he and Mr. Frydl attended a meeting for the Regional Transit Governance Study. He said that, basically, this is where they're trying to form a Regional Transit Authority and figure out how to fundi it. It was mentioned that the use ofs sales tax surplus be used, but an attendee from Louisa questioned the contribution of a rural community versus that of a suburban one. Mr. Herring said that TJPDC met and discussed the Zion Crossroads Gateway Program regarding traffic management. They also discussed the broadband project. Mr. Herring said that he and Mr. Bowman and Ms. Meador met regarding the Strategic Plan for the ESAB. They hope to bring this to the Board in January. The ESAB will meeting next Tuesday at 6:00.  Mr. Lamb said that he had Covid, so he did not attend any meetings.  Mr. Bowman said that he attended the presentation at UVA park that was put on by the Defense Affairs Committee regarding the Ukrainian Russian war. He said that he attended the Jaunt meeting on November gth and they adopted their calendar for 2023. They approved the ex officio members of the Jaunt Board. He also attended the School Board meeting and he shared  that there was strong support for a middle school sports program. RE: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT  Ms. Garton said with regards to the County Administrator search, the ad has been placed in various sites for advertisement and the brochure was prepared and is posted on Greene County's website. She said that we encourage anyone in the community who knows someone who might be interested to check on our website and have them apply. At the same time that the Board decided to conduct its own search, they also directed that we send out an RFQ for search firms in case it was decided at a later date to employ one SO that our RFP was completed. It has been emailed to somewhere around a dozen search firms and we've already received responses from two who say that they will respond with a proposal. With regard to the Pay and Classification Study, we have drafted an RFP for that work. It's a much more elaborate document than the one for the search firm and will be emailed to the companies that are known to do that type of work in the next day or two. With regard to the Board's request for pay or bonus recommendations, Lisa Roach, HR Director, Tracy Morris the Finance Director and Ms. Garton have started to work on it and hope to have some costs and some options at the December meeting. With regard to the RSA transition, GregLunsford continues to work on various components of that very complex transition process. He has made five job offers to water and wastewater operators and has tentative acceptances from all five and he's still accepting applications for certified water and wastewater    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 11  operators. Kelly Kemp is working with the appropriate legal counsel for the transfer documents for the real property and that is nearing completion. Greg continues to work on the document that he has to submit to the Virginia Department of Health. Ms. Garton said that the Board Retreat is scheduled for November 29th beginning at 9:00 a.m. She asked that Board members send topics that they feel should be discussed and she will put together an agenda based on the topics received.  RE: MONTHLY REPORTS  The Board thanked the departments for their monthly reports. Mr. Bowman commented that he was impressed with the level of grant funding that Ms. Beigie had applied for and won.  RE: OTHER ITEMS FROM THE BOARD  Mr. Bowman asked that Mr. Lunsford attend the upcoming RSA meeting and give them a Mr. Lamb said that he has received calls regarding the intersection of Route 609 and Route 29. He said that they want to see something done to make this intersection safe. Mr. Bowman agreed that something must be done with this intersection. The Board asked that Ms. Shepheard  report as to where we are with the transition. Ms. Garton said that he would.  bei invited to the meeting on December 13th to further discuss this issue.  Mr. Lamb also said that he received a call regarding a citizen applying to be on the Board of Zoning Appeals and not hearing a response to his application. Ms. Garton asked Mr. Lamb to  share the individual's contact information and she would reach out to him.  Mr. Bowman said that he would like the Board to consider starting the meetings earlier in the evening at 4:30 for Closed Session and 5:30 for Open Meeting. Mr. Herring agreed and said that the agenda could be rearranged to allow for a later start time for public hearings.  Mr. Herring said that the pay of School Board members was brought up at the School Board meeting. The thought was that the pay should be increased in order to get more people interested in running for a seat on the Board. Mr. Herring said that if the pay was increased, it should not pertain to current Board members. Ms. Garton said that she believes that the pay can only be  increased for Board members in the January following an election.  RE: ADJOURN Board meeting was adjourned. Recorded vote:  Upon motion by Steve Bowman, second by Davis Lamb and unanimous roll call vote, the  Marie Durrer Steve Bowman Abbey Heflin Davis Lamb Dale Herring  Yes Yes Absent Yes Yes  Motion carried.    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Sheet 12  Me CBu Marie Duret, Chair Greene County Board of Supervisors  M hlhla Brenda G. Garton, Clerk Greene County Board of Supervisors    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Attachment A  County of Greene, Virginia November 10,2022 2022Vchicles Lease Purchase  RESOLUTION  AUTHORIZING A LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, SERIES 2022 WHEREAS. the County of Greene. Virginia (the "County") proposes to enter into a tax- exempt lease purchase financing in order to pay capital costs to (a) acquire and equip certain vehicles for essential governmental use and purposes in the County, including but not limited to five Chevrolet Tahoes (Sheriff's Department). one Chevrolet Tahoe (EMS). two Chevrolet Colorados (Animal Control). One Chevrolet sedan (Social Services). and two 77-passenger school buses (Schools), and (b) pay costs ofissuance in connection with such undertakings (collectively,  the Project");and  WHEREAS, Pioneer Bank ("Pioneer"), as Lessor has offered to assist the County with the tax-exempt lease purchase financing of the Project and to enter into a lease purchase agreement, with appropriate equipment schedules (the "Lease") between Pioneer as Lessor, and the County,  as Lessee, together with related documents; and  WHEREAS, pursuant to the Lease and the transactions contemplated under the Lease, the school buses being lease purchased by the County will be titled in the name of the School Board of Greene County, Virginia (the "School Board") and will be used for the benefit oft the Greene  County Public Schools; and  WHEREAS, the County reasonably expects the Project to continue to be essential to the functions of the County and the Greene County Public Schools, respectively, for a period that is  not less than the term oft the Lease; and  WHEREAS, the County has taken or will take the necessary steps under the Virginia Public Procurement Act, Chapter 43, Title 2.2 of the Code of Virginia. 1950, as amended, in connection with the acquisition and equipping of the property that is the subject oft the Project; and WHEREAS, all amounts payable under the Lease are subject to sufficient appropriations from the Board of Supervisors of the County (the "Board") upon due request of the County Administrator or other officer of the County charged with the responsibility of preparing the County's budget for each fiscal year. and the County is under no obligation to make any  appropriation with respect to the Lease; and  WHEREAS. the Lease shall not constitute a general obligation of the County, or a pledge ofthe full faith and credit of the County, or a charge against the general credit or taxing power of the County. and any amounts payable under the Lease shall not constitute a debt of the County within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory limitation. but shall constitute a current  expense subject to annual appropriations oft the Board.    NOW,THEREFORE, BEITI RESOLVEDBYTHE BOARDOFSUPERVISORS OF  GREENECOUNTY, VIRGINIA:  I.  Essential Governmental Purpose of Project. The Board hereby finds and  determines that the Project and the terms and conditions of the Lease, including the payment of rental payments to Pioneer. as Lessor. are in the best interests ofthe County for the acquisition and equipping of the Project. including the lease purchase financing of the Project. and are in  furtherance ofessential governmental purposes.  In addition. as to the portion of the Project that constitutes the school buses. the County further finds and determines that such lease purchase financing arrangements will provide the most cost-effective means for the County to acquire and provide such personal property, as set forth in the County's 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Capital Budget, for the benefit of, and use by, the School Board and the Greene County Public Schools. To such end, the County hereby acknowledges that the school buses will be titled in the name oft the School Board in connection with its ownership, general operation, and maintenance ofthe school buses for the benefit ofthe Greene County Public  Schools. 2.  Approval ofLease: Designation ofLease and Details. The terms and provisions  oft the Lease as described at this meeting and as set forth in Pioneer's lease purchase financing proposal attached hereto as Exhibit A. as may be amended, are hereby accepted and approve ed, including the payment of all or any portion of the costs ofissuance and other costs relating to the Lease, filing fees (if any), escrow fees, and any other amounts required under the Lease, either from original proceeds of the Lease, investment earnings on the proceeds. or from County funds. allin the discretion ofthe Deputy County Administrator/Finance Director. As required by Pioneer, the County and/or School Board, respectively, will be responsible for all costs of operation, maintenance, insurance, and taxes with respect to the Lease. Further upon commencement of the Lease and Pioneer's payment ofcosts ofthe Project, security liens in favor of Pioneer may be filed with respect to such personal property that comprises the Project, all in accordance with the  requirements and procedures of the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.  The Board hereby elects a fully amortized lease term of approximately three years, ifr not sooner paid, with rental payments during the term of the Lease totaling a maximum aggregate principal amount not to exceed $795,000 and being computed at a tax-exempt fixed rate ofrental interest of3.55% per annum (in the absence of default or change in tax status). Int the event closing is delayed and interest rates change, the Board approves a fixed rate ofinterest up to a maximum 4.0% per annum. The Board hereby acknowledges and affirms that the interest component oft the rental to be paid to Lessor may be subject to upward adjustment during the term oft the Lease in the event the federal corporate income tax rate is reduced, the benefit of the interest income exclusion capped. or if the Lease is determined to be taxable in accordance with the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. including Treasury Regulations and Revenue Rulings  thereunder (the "Tax Code").  2    The Lease will be dated the date of issuance and delivery thercof. and will be fully registered. The Deputy County Adminsiratorcounty Finance Director is hereby appointed as  Registrar oft the Lease.  3. Execution, Delivery and Performance of Lease, Other Documents. The execution. delivery. and performance of the Lease and other legal documentation required by Pioneer or legal counsel related to the Lease (collectively. the "Lease Documents") are hereby authorized. The Chair and Vice Chair of the Board. the County Administrator. and the Deputy County Administrator/linance Director, any one or more of whom may act (collectively. the "County Representative"). are each hercby appointed as Authorized Representatives under the Lease. and, further, are each authorized and directed to execute. acknowledge. and deliver the Lease Documents and other related documentation as may be advised by legal counsel. together with any changes, insertions, and additions as may be approved by any one or more of such individuals who will execute the Lease Documents, such approval to be conclusively evidenced  by such execution and delivery of the Lease Documents.  The Clerk or any Deputy Clerk oft the Board is authorized to affix or to cause to be affixed the County seal to the Lease Documents, ifrequired, and to attest such seal. Each officer or agent of the County is further authorized and directed to do and perform such things and acts, as they deem necessary or appropriate to carry out the transactions authorized in this Resolution or contemplated by the Lease, including but not limited to such instruments and performance ofacts as may be required in order for the Lease to qualify as a tax-exempt lease purchase financing arrangement pursuant to the provisions of the Tax Code and the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. All ofthe foregoing acts previously performed by such officers or agents oft the County  are in all respects approved, ratified, and confirmed.  4. Tax Compliance Matters. The County hereby represents and covenants that the Project, and all proceeds thereof, will be used for the essential governmental purposes of the County and School Board. To the extent that the principal amount ofthe Lease. together with any proceeds thereof(including investment earnings. ifany).exceeds the actual cost oft the Project, the County hereby authorizes that any such additional amounts available under the Lease, ifany, will be expended by the County for capital projects for essential governmental purposes, or as otherwise may be allowed or required under the Tax Code, including the optional prepayment of  ap portion oft the outstanding amount of the Lease.  The County shall comply with the provisions of the Tax Code including the provisions of Section 148 of the Tax Code and applicable regulations relating to "arbitrage bonds" within the meaning oft the Tax Code. The County further covenants that (a) the proceeds from the issuance and delivery of the Lease (including investment earnings thereon, if any), all as described under the Tax Code, will be expended as set forth in the Lease Documents, (b) the County shall comply with the covenants and representations contained in the Lease. and the provisions of the County's Post-Issuance Compliance Policy for Tax-Exempt Obligations. and (c) the County shall comply with the provisions ofthe Tax Code SO that the interest component oft the rental being paid by the County to Lessor will remain excludible from gross income for federal income tax purposes.  3    5.  Nature of Obligation. Itis to be understood that the Lease represents a rental  arrangement between the County and Pioncer. Nothing in this Resolution or the Lease shall constitute: a debt ofthe County or School Board. and the Board shall not be obligated to make any payments under this Resolution or theLease except from moneysappropriated therefor. fromtime  to time. in the discretion oft the Board.  6.  Virginia State Non-Arbitrage Program. The Board hereby authorizes the  Deputy County Administrator/"inance Director. in her discretion. to participate in the State Non- Arbitrage Program of the Commonwcalth of Virginia ("Virginia SNAP") in connection with the investment of any remaining proceeds of the Lease, and hereby authorizes the "Contract" with Virginia SNAP and any other necessary documentation. ifVirginia SNAP is chosen by the Deputy County Administator/Pinance Director as an alternative to an escrow account.  The Board acknowledges that its decision to authorize participation in Virginia SNAP,if needed to invest any remaining proceeds, is based solely on the information set forth in the Information Statement describing Virginia SNAPandi in the" "Contract" respecting Virginia SNAP. all as provided by Virginia SNAP to the County, and the County hereby acknowledges that the Treasury Board oft the Commonwealth of Virginia is not, and shall not be, in any way liable to the County in connection with Virginia SNAP, except as otherwise provided in the Contract. 7. Effective Date. This Resolution is effective upon its adoption.  DATED: November 10, 2022  BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF GREENE, VIRGINIA Byyais COuseN  Chair  Exhibit A: Pioneer Bank Proposal  4    CERTIFICATE OF VOTES  The undersigned hereby certifies that the foregoing constitutes a true and correct copy of the foregoing Resolution duly adopted by the Board of Supervisors ofGreene County. Virginia. upon a roll-call vote at a regular mecting duly held and called on the date hereof. and that the  recorded roll-call vote oft the Board of Supervisors is as follows:  NAME  AYE X X X  NAY  ABSTAIN  ABSENT  Marie C. Durrier, Chair Dale R. Herring, Vice Chair Davis Lamb Abbey Heflin Steven Bowman  X  X  Dated: November 10, 2022  COUNTY OF GREENE, VIRGINIA  [SEAL)  huh  Sta  Clerk ofthe Board of Supervisors  5    EXHIBIT A  Pioneer Bank  630 Peter Jefferson Pky,Suite 190, Charlottesville, VA22911-( (434)296:2956  Summary Term Sheet October 27, 2022  The County of Greene, Virginia (the"County")  This terni sheet is submilted by Pioncer Bank (the Bank) in response to the Request for Proposals for Financing Services issucdby The CountyorGreene for capital costs nccessary 10 acquireand equipcertain vehicles for essential governmental use in the County, including but nou limited lo five Chevrolel Tahocs (Sheriffs Dcpartment), one Chevrolet Tahoc (FMS), Iwo Chevrolct Colorados (Animal Control), one Chevrolct sedan (Social Services) and two 77-passenger school buses (Schools). and to pay costs of  issuance with the leasc mancing-tcollectvely, the Project).  LESSEE: LESSOR: PURPOSE:  The County of Greene, Virginia. Pioneer Bank.  Note procecds will be used to provide financing to acquire and cquip certain County vehicles that are described above, as well as issuance costs m connection  with the leasc financing (collectively, the "Project).  LEASE AMOUNT: The proposed lease amount shall not excced $795,000.00,  TERM.  Threc (3)y year term. Final maturity to be three (3)years after issuance  INTERESTRATE: Fixed interest rate of3,55% per annum for the term of the lease on advanced  principal outstanding This rate is for a Non-Bank Qualified - Tax Exempt  Obligation. None None  BANK CLOSING COSTS. ANNUALONGOING HFS: REPAYMENT TERMS:  Outstanding rental payments of principal and interest will be due and payable somi-annually on July 15andJ January 15, beginning July 15,2023. This leasc may be propand in whole or in part atany, nime without ponally or fec, The County's payment obligations on the Lease will be secured by a Leasc Purchase Agreement berween the County and Pioncer Bankandas sceurity interest  PREPAYMENT: SICURIY  uponten(odwyst puon mtpeofpiepayment inte equipment to be parchased  Pagelof2    IAATREAIMENT: Thel lease is tol bea "Non-Bank QualfiedTax-Exempt Obligation"  CLOSING: CONDITIONS PRECEDENTTO ADVANCE:  Nol later than December 8, 2022.  Prior to the Bank making the advance to the County, the County must provide the  Bank with following:  Aduly approved and authorized lease purchase agreement containing the terms listed above and properly executed by the appropriate County Anc opinion of bond counsel, Botkinkose, PLC( (or such other counsel that may be mutually agreeable to the parties and that it is a Non-Bank  officials.  QualifiedTax-Exempt Obligation.  EXPIRATION:  Should this term sheet not be accepted by the County on or before the close of business on November 14, 2022, or such later date as agreed to in writing by the Bank, then thel Bank shall have no further obligation hereunder whatsoever, and  this proposal shall be deemed withdrawn.  Sincerely, PIONEER BANK   SVP, ChiefCommercial Loan Officer  ACCEPTED: BORROWER:  The terms and conditions set forth above are accepted this Jbth day of November  2022.  COUNTY OF GREENE, VIRGINIA edy Titler OSai  Page 2 of2    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Attachment B  C'ounty of Greene, Virginia November 10,2022 Landfill Equipment Lease Purchase  RESOLUTION  AUTHORIZING A LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT, SERIES 2022 WHEREAS. the County of Greene. Virginia (the "County") proposes to enter into a tax- exempt lease purchase financing in order to pay the costs to acquire certain landfill equipment. including a loader, and pay costs ofissuance in connection with the lease financing (the "Project"),  as further described in this Resolution: and  WHEREAS, Truist Bank ("Truist") has offered to assist the County with the tax-exempt lease purchase financing ofthe Project andt to enterinto a lease purchase agreement and documents in connection therewith (collectively, the "Lease"). between Truist, as Lessor thereunder, and the  County, as Lessee thereunder, together with related documents; and  WHEREAS, the County reasonably expects the Project to continue to be essential to the WHEREAS, the County has taken or will take the necessary steps under the Virginia Public Procurement Act, Chapter 43, Title 2.2 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, in connection with the acquisition and equipping ofthe property that is the subject ofthe Project; and WHEREAS, all amounts payable under the Lease are subject to sufficient appropriations from the Board of Supervisors of the County (the "Board") upon due request of the County Administrator or other officer of the County charged with the responsibility of preparing the County's budget for each fiscal year, and the County is under no obligation to make any  functions ofthe County for a period that is not less than the term of the Lease; and  appropriation with respect to the Lease; and  WHEREAS, the Lease shall not constitute a general obligation oft the County or a pledge ofthe full faith and credit ofthe County, or a charge against the general credit or taxing power of the County, and any amounts payable under the Lease shall not constitute a debt of the County within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory limitation, but shall constitute a current  expense subject to annual appropriations of the Board.  NOW,THEREFORE, BEITRESOLVED BYTHE BOARDOF SUPERVISORSOF 1. Essential Governmental Purpose of Project. The Board hereby finds and determines that the Project and the terms and conditions and proceeds oft the Lease, including the payment of rental payments to Truist. as Lessor. are in the best interests of the County for the acquisition and equipping ofthe Project, including the lease purchase financing oft the Project, and  GREENE COUNTY, VIRGINIA:  are in furtherance ofthe County's 's essential governmental purposes.    2.  ApprovalofLease: Designation ofLease and Details. Thet terms and provisions  ofthe Lease as described at this meeting and as set forth in Truist's lease purchase financing proposal attached hereto as Exhibit A. as may be amended. are hereby accepted and approv ed. including the payment of all or any portion of the issuance costs and other costs relating to the Lease. filing fees (ifa any), escrow fees, and any other amounts required under the Lease. either from original proceeds ofthe Lease. investment earnings on the proceeds. or from County funds. alli int the discretion oft the Deputy County AdministratorfFinance Director: provided however. that the lease financing (a) shall be in a principal amount not to exceed $185,000: (b): shall mature no later than July 15,2028: and (c) shall bear a rental interest component on the outstandingr principal rental balance at a tax-exempt rate of 4.28% (in the absence of default or change in tax status). In the event closing is delayed for any reason and the quoted interest rate changes. the Board hereby  approves a fixed rate ofinterest up to a maximum 5.0% per annum.  The County hereby acknowledges and affirms that the interest component oft the rental to be paid to Lessor may be subject to upward adjustment during the term of the Lease in the event the federal corporate income tax rate is reduced, the benefit of the interest income exclusion is capped, ori ifthe Lease is determined to be taxable in accordance with the Internal Revenue Code of1986, as amended, including Treasury Regulations and Revenue Rulings thereunder (the "Tax  Code").  The Lease will be dated the date ofissuance and delivery of the Lease, and will be fully registered. The Deputy County Administrator/Finance Director is hereby appointed as Registrar  ofthe Lease. 3.  Execution, Delivery and Performance of Lease, Other Documents. The  execution, delivery, and performance of the Lease and other legal documentation required by Truist or legal counsel (collectively, the "Lease Documents") are hereby authorized. The Chair and Vice Chair of the Board, the County Administrator, and the Deputy County Administrator/Pinance Director, any one or more of whom may act (collectively, the "County Representative"). are each hereby appointed as Authorized Representatives under the Lease,and, further, are each authorized and directed to execute, acknowledge, and deliver the Lease Documents and other documentation as may be advised by legal counsel, together with any changes, insertions, and additions as may be approved by any one or more ofsuch individuals who will execute the Lease Documents, and such approval shall be conclusively evidenced by such  execution and delivery oft the Lease Documents.  The Clerk or any Deputy Clerk ofthe Board is authorized to affix, or to cause to be affixed. the County seal to the Lease Documents. ifrequired, and to attest such seal. Each officer or agent of the County is further authorized and directed to do and perform such things and acts as they shall deem necessary or appropriate to carry out the transactions authorized in this Resolution or contemplated by the Lease, including. but not limited to such instruments and performance ofacts as may be required in order for the Lease to qualify as a tax-exempt lease purchase financing arrangement pursuant to the provisions of the Tax Code and the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. All oft the foregoing acts previously performed by such officers or agents of the County  are in all respects approved. ratified. and confirmed.  2    4. Tax Compliance Matters. The County shall comply with the provisions of the Tax Code including the provisions of Section 148 of the Tax Code and applicable regulations relating to "arbitrage bonds" within the meaning oft the Tax Code. The County further covenants that (a) the proceeds from the issuance and delivery of the Lease (including any investment carnings thereon. ifany). all as described underthe Tax Code, will be expended as set forth in the Lease Documents, (b) the County shall comply with the covenants and representations contained int the Lease. and further. the provisions of the Post-Issuance Tax Compliance Procedures previously adopted by the Board. and (c) the County shall comply with the provisions of the Tax Code SO that the interest component oft the rental being paid by the County to Lessor will remain  excludible from gross income for Federal income tax purposes.  To the extent that the principal amount of the Lease, together with any proceeds thereof (including investment earnings, ifa any). exceeds the actual cost oft the Project, the Board hereby authorizes that any such additional amounts available under the Lease shall be expended by the County for capital projects for essential governmental purposes, or as otherwise may be required ora allowed under the Tax Code, including the payment ofa portion oft the outstanding principal  amount oft the Lease. 5.  Reimbursement Matters. The County hereby declares its intent to reimburse  certain expenditures in connection with the Project (the"Expenditures"), with all or any portion of the proceeds of the Lease for certain Expenditures made no earlier than sixty (60) days prior to the adoption ofthis Resolution. The County reasonably expects that it will reimburse the Expenditures with the proceeds of the Lease, and will make (or will cause to be made) a reimbursement allocation, whichisay written allocation that evidences the use of proceeds thereofto reimburse the Expenditures, no later than eighteen (18) months after the later of the date on which the Expenditure(s), is/are paid or the Project is placed in service or abandoned, but in no event more than three( (3)years afterthe date on which the Expenditurets)islare paid. This declaration ofintent to reimburse, as required by Treasury Regulations Section 1.150.2, shall take effect immediately. arrangement between the County and Truist. Nothing in this Resolution or the Lease shall constitute a debt ofthe County. and the Board shall not be obligated to make any payments under this Resolution or the Lease except from funds appropriated therefor, from time to time, in the  6.  Nature of Obligation. Itis to be understood that the Lease represents a rental  discretion of the Board. 7.  Virginia State Non-Arbitrage Program. The Board hereby authorizes the  Deputy County Administrator/Pinance Director, in her discretion, to participate in the State Non- Arbitrage Program oft the Commonwealth of Virginia ("Virginia SNAP") in connection with the investment of any remaining proceeds of the Lease, and hereby authorizes the "Contract" with Virginia SNAP and any other necessary documentation, ifVirginia SNAPi is chosen by the Deputy County Administrator/Finance Director as an alternative to an escrow account.  The Board acknowledges that its decision to authorize participation in Virginia SNAP.if needed to invest any remaining proceeds. is based solely on the information set forth in the Information Statement describing Virginia SNAPand int the "Contract" respecting Virginia SNAP. all as provided by Virginia SNAP to the County. and the County hereby acknowledges that the  3    Treasury Board ofthe Commonwealth of Virginia is not. and shall not be. in any way liable to the County in connection with Virginia SNAP. except as otherwi ise provic ided in the Contract.  8.  Effective Date. This Resolution: shall be effective upon its adoption.  DATED: November 10, 2022  BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF GREENE COUNTY, VIRGINIA  Bypi CS Suuss  Chair  Exhibit A: Truist Bank Proposal    CERTIFICATEOF VOTES  The undersigned hereby certifies that the foregoing constitutes a true and correct copy of the foregoing Resolution duly adopted by the Board of Supervisors of Greene County. Virginia. upon a roll-call vote at a regular meeting duly held and called on the date hereof. and that the  recorded roll-call vote oft the Board of Supervisors is as follows:  NAME  AYE X X X X  NAY  ABSTAIN  ABSENT  Marie C. Durrer, Chair Dale R. Herring. Vice Chair Davis Lamb Abbey Heflin Steve Bowman  X  Dated: November 10, 2022  [SE4L)  hh dh 'Clerk oft the Board of Supervisors of Greene County, Virginia  5    EXHIBIT A  TRUIST HH  Truist Financial Corporation Governmental Finance 51301 Parkway Plaza Blvd. Charlotte, North Carolina 28217 Phone (704).954-1700  October 19,2022 Tracy Morris Deputy County Administrator Finance Director County of Greene 40 Celt Road Stanardsville, VA 22973 Dear Tracy: VA ("Borrower"). PROJECT: AMOUNT: TERM: INTEREST RATE: TAXSTATUS: PAYMENTS: INTERESTRATE CALCULATION: SECURITY: PREPAYMENT TERMS: RATE EXPIRATION: FUNDING:  Truist Bank ("Lender") is pleased to offer this proposal for the financing requested by the County of Greene,  Lease purchase al loader $185,000.00 Syears 4.28%  Tax Exempt, Non- Bank Qualified Interest: Semi-Annual Principal: Semi-Annual 30/360  A first lien on the equipment being purchased Prepayable in whole at any timc without penalty  December 1,2022  Proceeds will be deposited into an account held at Lender pending disbursement for this installment financing. We: shall provideas sample of those documents to you  unless equipment is delivered prior to closing. should. Lender be the successful proposer.  DOCUMENTATION: Lender proposes to use its standard form financing contracts and related documents    REPORTING REQUIREMENTS:  Lender will require financial statements to be delivered within 270 days after the conclusion of each fiscal year-end throughout the tecm of the financing.  Should we become thes successful proposer, we have attached the form ofa resolution that) your governing board can use (o award the financing to Lender. Ifyour board adopts this resolution, then Lender shall not requirea any Lender shall have the right to cancel this offer by notifying the Borrower ofi its election to do sO (whether this offer has previously been accepted by the) Borrower) ifatany time prior to the closing there isa a material adverse change in the Borrower's financial condition, if we discover adverse circumstances of which we are currently unaware, if we are unable to agree on acceptable documentation with the Borrower or ifthere is a change in law (or proposed change in law) that changes the economic effect ofthis financing to Lender. Costs of counsel for the Borrower and any other costs will be the responsibility of the Borrower. The stated interest rate assumes that the Borrower expects to borrow more than $10,000,000 in the current calendar year and that the financing will qualify as tax-exempt financing under the Internal Revenue Code. Lender reserves the right to terminate this bid or to negotiate a mutually acceptable interest rate ift the financing We appreciate the opportunity to offer this financing proposal. Please call me at (304)353-1635 with your  further board action prior to closing the transaction.  ist not tax-exempt financing.  questions and comments. We look forward to hearing from you.  Sincerely, Russell R. Akers, II Vice TruisTBank   R. CPu    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Attachment C  Thomas Jefferson Planning District 2023 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM  Albemarle County I City of Charlottesville Fluvanna County Greene County Louisa County I Nelson County  DRAFT October 2022  Ned Gallaway, Chair Christine Jacobs, Executive Director David Blount, Director ofLegislative Services    TOP LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES Public Education Funding  PRIORITY: The Planning District localities urge the State to fully fund its share of the realistic costs of the Standards of Quality (SOQ) without making policy changes that reduce funding or shift funding responsibility  to localities.  The State will spend billions of dollars on direct aid to public education in the current biennium. While we appreciate additional state teacher salary and other one-time and ongoing education dollars approved during the current biennium, we continue to believe that the State should increase its commitment to K-12 education in ai manner that reflects the true costs of K-12 education. Local governments consistently go "above and beyond" to close this funding gap by We believe localities need an adequately-defined SOQ SO that state funding better aligns with what school divisions are actually providing in their schools. This could include recognizing additional instructional positions and increasing state-funded staffing ratios for various non- instructional positions in the education funding formula. Localities and school divisions also should have flexibility in the use ofstate funds provided for school employee compensation. Further, we urge state efforts to support 1) adequate pipeline programs for teachers, especially in critical shortage areas; and 2) funding and policies that assist localities in addressing  appropriating twice as much K-12 funding as required by the state.  challenges with hiring school bus drivers and mental health professionals.  Budgets and Funding  PRIORITY: The Planning District's member localities urge the governor and legislature to enhance state aid to localities and public schools, to not impose unfunded mandates on or shift costs to localities, and to enhance As the State continues to fine-tune revenue and spending priorities for the current biennium, we encourage support for K-12 education, health and public safety, economic development and other public goals. Localities continue to be the state's "go-to" service provider and we believe state investment in local service delivery must be enhanced. Especially in these critical times, the State should not expect local governments to pay for new funding requirements or to expand existing ones on localy-delivered services, without a commensurate increase in state financial We oppose unfunded state and federal mandates and the cost shifting that occurs when the State or the federal government fails to fund requirements or reduces or eliminates funding for programs. Doing sO strains local ability to craft effective and efficient budgets to deliver required We believe a changed business landscape will necessitate a review of revenue sources to localities, along with new ideas and actions to broaden and diversify local revenue streams. Any tax reform efforts also should examine the financing and delivering of state services at the local level and how revenue is generated relevant to our economic competitiveness. Accordingly, we support the legislature 1) making additional revenue options available to localities in order to  local revenue options.  assistance.  services or those demanded by residents.  foren  Planning! District Commission    diversify the local revenue stream; and 2) further strengthening for counties, those revenue authorities that were enhanced during the 2020 legislative session. The State should not eliminate or restrict local revenue sources or confiscate or redirect local general fund dollars to the state treasury. This includes Communications Sales and Use Tax Trust Fund dollars, the local share of recordation taxes, and any state-mandated exemptions to the local option sales tax, unless a viable  revenue-replacement tol local governments is established.  Broadband  PRIORITY: The Planning District's member localities urge and support state and federal efforts and financial incentives that assist localities and their communities in deploying universal, affordable access to broadband Access to high-speed internet is essential in the 21st century for economic growth, equity in access to public education and health services, community growth and remote work. Localities understand the importance of robust broadband for economic viability; the COVID-19 pandemic further stressed the need for broadband for homes and businesses, and to address K-12 education and telemedicine access without delay. Cooperative efforts among private broadband, internet and wireless companies, and electric cooperatives to ensure access to service at an affordable cost are key. Approaches that utilize both fiber and wireless technologies, public/private partnerships and regulated markets that provide a choice of service providers and competitive prices should be utilized. Accordingly, we support the ability of localities to establish, operate and maintain sustainable broadband authorities to provide essential broadband to communities. Wel believe state and federal support for broadband expansion should include the following: - While we appreciate federal and state actions that have substantially increased funding for the Virginia Telecommunication Initiative (VATI), we encourage continued efforts to offset further funding needs and to address concerns such as easement usage associated with deployment. Provisions and incentives that would provide a sales tax exemption for materials used to Support for linking broadband efforts for education and public safety to private sector efforts to  technology in unserved areas.  construct broadband infrastructure. serve businesses and residences.  Maintaining local land use, permitting, fee and other local authorities.  un  Planning District Commission    LEGISLATIVE POSITIONS Children's Services Act  The Planning District's member localities urge the State to be partners in containing Children's Services Act (CSA) costs and to better balance CSA responsibilities between the State Wes support local ability to use: state funds toj pay for mandated services provided directly by the locality, specifically for private day placements, where the same services could be offered in schools; additionally, we: support rate setting by the state for private day placements. We support the state maintaining cost shares on a sum sufficient basis by both the State and local governments; changing the funding mechanism to aj per-pupil basis of state funding would shift the sum sufficient portion fully to localities, which we would oppose. - We support enhanced state funding for local CSA administrative costs. We support a cap on local expenditures (with the State making up any gaps) in order to combat - We support the State being proactive in making residential facilities, services and service providers available, especially in rural areas, and ins supporting locality efforts to provide facilities - We oppose state efforts to increase local match levels and to make the program more uniform  and local governments. Accordingly, we take the following positions:  higher costs for serving mandated children. ands services on a regional level.  by attempting to control how localities run their programs.  Economic and Workforce Development The Planning District's member localities recognize economic development and workforce training as essential to the continued viability of the Commonwealth. Policies and additional state funding that closely link the goals of economic and workforce development and the state's efforts to streamline and integrate workforce activities and revenue sources is crucial. Accordingly, we Enhanced coordination with the K-12 education community to equip the workforce with in- demand skill sets, so as to align workforce supply with anticipated employer demands. - Continuing emphasis on regional cooperation in economic, workforce and tourism development. ( Continuation of the GO Virginia initiative to grow and diversify the private sector in each - State job investment and small business grants being targeted to businesses that pay higher  support thei following:  region. wages.  Increased state funding for regional planning district commissions.  Education  The Planning District's member localities believe that, in addition to funding the Standards of Quality (as previously noted), the State should be a reliable funding partner with localities by recognizing other resources necessary for a high-quality public education system. Accordingly,  we take the following positions:  3  Planning! District Commission    Concerning school facilities, we appreciate and support the school construction assistance programs enacted in 2022 and request that they be consistently funded. We also support allowing all localities the option ofle levying a one-cent sales tax to be used for construction or renovation of school facilities. The State also should discontinue seizing dollars from the Literary Fund to help We believe that unfunded liability associated with the teacher retirement plan should be a shared We support legislation that 1) establishes a mechanism for local appeal to the State of the calculated Local Composite Index (LCI); and 2) amends the LCI formula to recognize the land  pay for teacher retirement.  responsibility ofs state and local government.  use taxation value, rather than the true value, ofr real property.  Environmental and Water Quality  The Planning District's member localities believe that environmental and water quality should be funded and promoted through a comprehensive approach, and address air and water quality, solid waste management, land conservation, climate change and land use policies. Such an approach requires regional cooperation due to the inter-jurisdictional nature of environmental resources, and adequate state funding to support local and regional efforts. Accordingly, we take - We oppose legislation mandating expansion of the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act's coverage area. Instead, we urge the State to provide legal, financial and technical support to localities that wish to improve water quality and use other strategies that address point and non-point source pollution. We also support aggressive state investment in meeting required milestones for - We support state investment targeted toj permitted dischargers to upgrade treatment plants, to aid - We support continued investment in the Stormwater Local Assistance Fund to assist localities with much-needed stormwater projects and in response to any new regulatory requirements. Any such requirements should be balanced, flexible and not require waiver of stormwater charges, and training should be available for local governments to meet ongoing costs associated with local  We support the option for localities, as a part of their zoning ordinances, to designate and/or reasonably restrict the land application ofbiosolids to specific areas within the locality. We support legislative and regulatory action to ensure effective operation and maintenance of alternative on-site sewage systems and to increase options for localities to secure owner We support dam safety regulations that do not impose unreasonable costs on dam owners whose The State should be aj partner with localities in water supply development and should work with and assist localities in addressing water supply issues, to include investing in regional projects. - The State should not impose a fee, tax or surcharge on water, sewer, solid waste or other local - We support local authority to address choices and impacts associated with utility-scale installation of clean energy resources. As the move to non-carbon sources of energy continues, we support the creation of stronger markets for distributed solar and authority for local governments to install small solar facilities on govemment-owned property and use the electricity  the following positions:  reducing Chesapeake Bay pollution to acceptable levels.  farmers with best management practices, and to retrofit developed areas.  stormwater programs.  abatement or correction ofs system deficiencies. structures meet current safety standards.  services to pay for state environmental programs.  for schools or other government-owned buildings located nearby.  ue  Planning District Commission    General Government  The Planning District's member localities believe that since sO many governmental actions take place at the local level, a strong local government system is essential. Local governments must have the freedom, flexibility and tools to carry out their responsibilities. Accordingly, we State policies should protect local governments' ability to regulate businesses, to include collection and auditing oft taxes, licensing and regulation, whether they are traditional, electronic, internet-based, virtual or otherwise, while encouraging a level playing field for competing We oppose intrusive legislation involving purchasing procedures; local government authority to establish hours of work, salaries and working conditions for local employees; matters that can be adopted by resolution or ordinance; procedures for adopting ordinances; and procedures for The state should maintain the principles of sovereign immunity for local governments and their Localities should have maximum flexibility in providing compensation increases for state- supported local employees (including school personnel), as local governments provide significant local dollars and additional personnel beyond those funded by the State. We also support use ofa notarized waiver to allow volunteer workers to state they are willing to provide volunteer services We urge state funding to address shortfalls in elections administration dollars, as administration has become more complex and federal and state financial support for elections has been decreasing. Specifically, we request that the State adequately fund costs associated with voting equipment, registrar costs, early voting requirements and election security standards. We support expanding the allowable use of electronic meetings for all local public bodies, with flexibility for public bodies to determine how to accommodate public comment and participation. Any changes to FOIA should preserve 1) a local governing body's ability to meet in closed session; 2) the list of records currently exempt from disclosure; and 3) provisions concerning We support the use of alternatives to newspapers for publishing various legal advertisements We support federal and state funding for localities to acquire and maintain advanced  take thei following positions:  services in the marketplace. conducting public meetings. employees, to include regional jail officers.  and waive any associated compensation.  creation of customized records. and public notices.  cybersecurity to protect critical systems and sensitive data. Wes support enhanced state funding for local and regional libraries. Wes support expanding local authority to regulate smoking in public places.  Health and Human Services  The Planning District's member localities recognize that special attention must be given to helping the disabled, the poor, the young and the elderly achieve their full potential. Transparent state policies and funding for at-risk individuals and families to access appropriate services are  critical. Accordingly, we take the following positions:  ren  Planning District Commission    We support full state funding for any local costs associated with Medicaid expansion, including local eligibility workers and case managers, but oppose any shifting of Medicaid matching The State should provide sufficient funding to allow Community Services Boards to meet the challenges of providing a community-based system of care that helps divert people from needing a state hospital level of care, as well as having services such as outpatient and permanent supportive housing available. We also support measures to address census pressures at state hospitals that will enable them to receive admissions of individuals subject to temporary We support the provision of sufficient state funding to match federal dollars for the administration of mandated services within the Department of Social Services, and to meet the staffing standards forl local departments to provide services as stipulated in state law. - We support continued operation and enhancement of early intervention and prevention programs, including the Virginia Preschool Initiative and Part C of the Individuals with  requirements from the State to localities.  detention orders without delays.  Disabilities Education Act (infants and toddlers).  Housing  The Planning District's member localities believe every citizen should have an opportunity to afford decent, safe and sanitary housing. The State, regions and localities should work to expand and preserve the supply and improve the quality of housing that is affordable for the We support the following: 1) local authority and flexibility in the operation of housing affordability programs and establishment of affordable dwelling unit ordinances; 2) increased federal and state funding, as well as appropriate authority and incentives, to assist localities in fostering housing that is affordable; 3) grants and loans to low- or moderate-income persons to aid in purchasing dwellings; and 4) measures to prevent homelessness: and to assist the chronic We support incentives that encourage rehabilitation and preservation of historic structures.  elderly, disabled, and low- and moderate-income households.  homeless.  Land Use and Growth Management  The Planning District's member localities encourage the State to resist preempting or circumventing existing land use authorities, and to support local authority to plan and regulate We support the State providing additional tools to plan and manage growth, as current land use authority often is inadequate to allow local governments to provide for balanced growth in ways We support broader impact fee authority for facilities other than roads, authority that should provide for calculating the cost of all public infrastructure, including local transportation and We support changes to provisions of the current proffer law that limit the scope ofi impacts that We oppose legislation that would 1) restrict local oversight of the placement of various telecommunications infrastructure; 2) single out specific land uses for special treatment without  land use. Accordingly, we take the following positions:  that protect and improve quality oflife. school construction needs caused by growth. may be addressed by proffers.  fonen Planning District Commission    regard to the impact of such uses in particular locations; and 3) exempt additional facilities - We request state funding and incentives for localities, at their option, to acquire, preserve and maintain open space, and support greater flexibility for all localities in the preservation and  serving as event spaçes from building and fire code regulations.  management oft trees.  Public Safety  The Planning District's member localities encourage state financial support, cooperation and assistance for law enforcement, emergency medical care, criminal justice activities and fire services responsibilities carried out locally. Accordingly, we take the following positions: - The Compensation Board should fully fund local positions that fall under its purview, to include supporting realistic levels of staffing to enable constitutional offices to meet their responsibilities and limit the need for localities to provide additional locally-funded positions. The Compensation Board should not increase the local share of funding for Constitutional offices or divert money away from them, and localities should be afforded flexibility in the state use of state funds for We encourage state support for paid and volunteer fire/EMS/first responders, given the ever- We support state efforts to assist localities in recruiting and retaining law enforcement We urge state funding of the HB 599 law enforcement program in accordance with Code of We support adequate and necessary funding for mental health and substance abuse services at We support legislation to help law enforcement combat the act of making a hoax call that reports an immediate threat to human life, with the intent of triggering a significant and urgent emergency response, usually involving a SWAT team (known as "swatting"). We encourage needed funding for successful implementation of policies and programs that 1) supplement law enforcement responses to help individuals in crisis to get evaluation services and treatment; 2) provide alternative transportation options for such individuals; and 3) reduce the amount of time police officers must spend handling mental health detention orders. - In an effort to offset future surprises and to fairly share future cost increases, we support indexing, jail per diem costs as a fixed percentage of the actual, statewide daily expense average, as set forth in the annual Jail Cost Report. Further, local and regional jails should have a choice as to whether they will keeps state-responsible inmates in their facility after the 60-days from the date We support the ability of local governments to adopt policies regarding law enforcement body worn cameras that account for local needs and fiscal realities. The State should provide financial  compensation for these offices.  increasing importance they play inl local communities.  personnel. Virginia provisions.  juvenile and adult detention facilities andj jails.  ofthe final sentencing order.  support for localities using such camera systems.  Transportation  The Planning District's member localities recognize that revenues for expanding and maintaining all modes of infrastructure are critical for meeting Virginia's wel-documented transportation challenges; for attracting and retaining businesses, residents, and tourism; and for  he rsr Planning District Commission    keeping pace with growing public needs and expectations. We encourage the State to prioritize funding for local and regional transportation needs. Accordingly, we take the following positions: As the State continues to implement the "Smart Scale" prioritization and the funds distribution process, there should be state adequate funding and local authority to generate transportation dollars - We support additional authority to establish mechanisms for funding transit and non-transit We support the Virginia Department of Transportation utilizing Metropolitan Planning Organizations and regional rural transportation staff to carry out local transportation studies. V We oppose attempts to transfer responsibility to counties for construction, maintenance or  We support ongoing state and local efforts to coordinate land use and transportation planning, and urge state and local officials to be mindful of various local and regional plans when  forimportant local and regional projects across modes.  projects in our region.  operation of current or new: secondary roads.  conducting corridor or transportation planning within al locality or region.  Planning! District Commission    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Attachment D  0-2022-016  AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE THE 2024 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP)  WHEREAS, 915.2-1427 and $15.2-1433 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as may be amended from time to time, enable al local governing body to adopt, amend and codify ordinances or portions thereof; and WHEREAS, $15.2-2280, 515.2-2285, and $15.2-2286 oft the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, enablesa a WHEREAS, $15.2-2239 of the Code of Virginia, a local planning commission at the direction of the governing body shall, prepare and revise annually a capital improvement program based on the comprehensive plan of the locality for a period not to exceed the ensuing five years;a and WHEREAS the Planning Commission advertised and held a public hearing on the proposed CIP, October  local governing body to adopt and amend zoning ordinances; and  19, 2022, and all of those who spoke on this topic were heard; and  WHEREAS, the Planning Commission voted 4-01 to recommend approval of the CIP;and  WHEREAS, public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and/or good budgeting practice support WHEREAS, the Greene County Board of Supervisors caused to be published a notice of public hearing on WHEREAS, the full text of this request was available for public inspection in the Greene County Administrator's Office, County Administration Building, 400 Celt Road, Stanardsville, Virginia 22973; and WHEREAS on November 10, 2022, the Greene County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on this NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the Greene County Board of Supervisors, in accordance with public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and/or good budgeting practice, the 2024 CIP is hereby  approval of this CIP; and  this matter in the Greene County Record on October 27, and November 3, 2022, and  matter, and all those who spoke on this topic were heard.  approved.  ADOPTED BY THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON NOVEMBER 10, 2022.  Motion: Steve Bowman Second: Davis Lamb Votes: Durrer: Lamb: Bowman: Heflin: Herring:  Yes Yes Yes Absent Yes  1    0-2022-016  ATTEST:  Pc Marje Durrer, Chair Greene County Board of Supervisors  huk he Brenda Garton, Clerk Greene County Board of Supervisors  2    Board of Supervisors November 10, 2022 Attachment E  RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF GREENE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, MODIFYING THE: 2022 MEETING SCHEDULE  FOR THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS  WHEREAS, att the Annual Organizational Meeting ofthe Board of Supervisors, conducted as part of the first meeting in. January oft this year, the Board adopted its meeting schedule for this  calendar year; and  WHEREAS, the Board needs to modify the previously adopted 2022 Meeting Schedule to NOW,THEREFORE, BEITI RESOLVED that the Greene County Board of Supervisors BEITI FURTHER RESOLVED that the 2022 Meeting Schedule be posted on the Greene County website for public access and distributed as appropriate by the Clerk to the Board. ADOPTED BY THE GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON NOVEMBER  include a Board of Supervisors Retreat scheduled for Tuesday, November 29, 2022.  does hereby adopt the its 2022 Meeting Schedule as modified; and  10, 2022.  Motion: Dale Herring Second: Davis Lamb Votes: Heflin Absent Durrer Yes Bowman Yes Herring Yes Lamb Yes  YicSuer Marie Durrer, Chair Greene County Board of Supervisors  ATTEST:  3  ub Brenda Garton, Clerk Greene County Board of Supervisors    GREENE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS -2 2022 MEETING SCHEDULE  Meeting Date  January 11.2022 Regular Meeting January 25,2022 Regular Mceting February 22. 2022 Regular Meeting  February 8. 2022 Budget Workshop CIP Presentation- and Regular Meeting  March 1.2022 March 8. 2022 March 10. 2022 March 22. 2022 April 12.2022 April 26, 2022 May 10.2022 May 24.2022 June 14,2022 June 28, 2022 July 12, 2022 August 9. 2022  Budget Workshop  Budget Workshop and Regular Meeting Budget Workshop (if needed) Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting Regular Meeting  August 23.2022 Regular Meeting September 13,2022 Regular Meeting September 27,2022 Regular Meeting October 11,2022 Regular Meeting October 25.2022 Regular Meeting November 10.2022 Regular Meeting December 13,2022 Regular Meeting  November:29. 2022 Board Retreat Holiday Inn Exprexs-9.00am. January 10, 2023 Organizational and Regular Meeting