Public Meetings - Loudoun County, Virginia

The Loudoun County Planning Commission held a public hearing on June 23, 2026, to consider six legislative land use applications. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance, opening remarks, and unanimous approval of the May 26, 2026 draft minutes. Commissioners disclosed meetings with applicants and stakeholders. The commission voted on all items, forwarding several to work sessions or to the Board of Supervisors with recommendations. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The draft minutes from the May 26, 2026 public hearing were approved unanimously (9-0). Public Comments & Testimony - Public comments were received on several items. For Fox Gate Mixed Use, William Davis (Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church board chair) requested maintaining Route 50 access, and Emily Johnson (Piedmont Environmental Council) criticized the lack of detail and separation of uses. For Village at Clear Springs, Emily Johnson expressed concern about excluding affordable housing units from the POA. For Loudoun School for Advanced Studies, multiple parents spoke in support of the school. For Dulles Landing South, Emily Johnson opposed the industrial proposal, citing incompatibility with the place type. Discussion Items - Fox Gate Mixed Use (ZMAP-2025-0009): Staff identified issues with site integration, Route 50 access, open space, and capital facilities. The applicant proposed a PUD with 362 multifamily units, 40,000 sq ft commercial, and retaining the church. Commissioners discussed traffic, design, and the need for more detail. The item was forwarded to a work session (9-0). - LCPS View Transition Academy (CMPT-2025-0014): Staff supported the commission permit for a public school for up to 500 students with disabilities. The applicant outlined vocational programs. No public comments. The commission approved the application (9-0) with some commissioners urging a community meeting. - Village at Clear Springs Landbay 2C (ZCPA-2025-0008): The applicant sought to amend proffers to remove affordable housing units from the master POA, reduce parking, and update foreclosure language. Staff raised concerns about access to amenities. After discussion, the commission voted to forward to the Board of Supervisors with a recommendation of approval, subject to including a proffer for an amenity access agreement (9-0). - Loudoun School for Advanced Studies (ZMAP-2025-0019, ZCPA-2025-0009, SPEX-2025-0149, SPEX-2025-0150): The applicant requested to rezone and add special exceptions for a private school for up to 40 students. Staff recommended approval conditional on pedestrian connectivity. The applicant, as a tenant, argued connectivity was not needed. Public comments strongly supported the school. The commission approved the application (9-0) without requiring the sidewalk. - Loudoun Panel Wiring Shop (SPEX-2025-0049, SPEX-2025-0138): Dominion Energy sought special exceptions for outdoor storage and parking reduction for an existing utility facility. Staff supported. No public comments. The commission approved (9-0). - Dulles Landing South (ZMAP-2023-0009, ZMOD-2023-0043, ZMOD-2024-0002): The applicant proposed rezoning to PDIP for up to 250,000 sq ft of industrial uses, including data center and flex. Staff recommended denial due to incompatibility with the suburban mixed-use place type. The applicant argued that the site is constrained by airport noise contours and that flex space is needed. Public comment opposed. The commission forwarded the item to a work session (9-0) to address design, data center percentage, and buffer concerns. Key Outcomes - Fox Gate Mixed Use: Forwarded to work session (9-0). - LCPS View Transition Academy: Approved (9-0). - Village at Clear Springs Landbay 2C: Recommended approval to BOS with conditions (9-0). - Loudoun School for Advanced Studies: Approved (9-0). - Loudoun Panel Wiring Shop: Approved (9-0). - Dulles Landing South: Forwarded to work session (9-0). Administrative Items - Chair Kears announced the formation of a joint ad hoc group of Planning Commission and Zoning Ordinance Committee members to review the Western Loudoun Rural Uses and Standards (WALRUS) project, aiming to expedite the timeline. Commissioners Miller, Jasper, Myers, and Combs were appointed. - The July 9, 2026 work session will also serve as a public hearing for two re-advertised items (Dulles South Community Park and Golden Substation). - A joint meeting between the Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission is scheduled for June 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

At its June 17, 2026 meeting, the Loudoun County Communications Commission (LCC) adopted the April 27 meeting minutes with an amendment, debated and approved the annual report to the Board of Supervisors, discussed updates on the All Points Broadband project, and set a new staff task. No public comments were received, and no franchisee topics were raised. Consent Calendar - The agenda was adopted as drafted without objection. - The minutes from April 27, 2026 were approved after being amended to include five discussion points raised by Commissioner Tom (as noted by Dave). The amendment was incorporated. Discussion Items - Annual Report (Slides 5–11): Commissioners reviewed and edited the draft annual report slide by slide. Key changes included: - Wireless gaps (slide 5): Language was clarified to state the LCC has no formal role in the final wireless gap report, but expects a briefing from DIT (Department of Information Technology) upon completion. - Over-the-top video (slide 7): Term defined as streaming services like Netflix. - Economic development (slide 9): Corrected reference to the Economic Development Advisory Commission (EDAC), not an authority. - Broadband role (slide 7): Changed from "LCC doesn't have a specific role for ongoing broadband expansion" to "LCC does not have a role" in broadband oversight, and rephrased an earlier bullet to state that attempts to expand require an updated mandate from the Board of Supervisors (BOS). - All Points / E-APB project (slide 5): Added bullet noting no broadband oversight role, specifically regarding the E-APB project. - All Points Broadband Project Update: Commissioner Ryan expressed frustration, citing a Rappahannock News article (May 4, 2026) quoting VDOT engineer Ben Davidson that 51 land use permits were approved for All Points but none completed, and that All Points' bonding capacity had capped new permits. Ryan requested hard numbers (permits issued vs. completed) for future updates. County staff Dave clarified that: - The bonding issue is not present in Loudoun; All Points increased its bond two months ago. - VDOT Loudoun is a separate office from Rappahannock. - The key metric is miles of fiber permitted, not permit count. - All Points has changed its permitting strategy to be more aggressive, moving away from sequential to parallel submissions. - No construction stoppage; 14 miles of permits were released in recent weeks. - All Points is paid only after homes are serviceable (defined by DHCD as passed, no time limit for installation). Commissioner Ryan noted he and his neighbors remain frustrated. - New Business / Action Items: A new action item (269) was created: staff is to provide a list of cell tower applications or other communications-related items that came before the BOS in the past year. This was prompted by a suggestion to add such a slide to the annual report, though it was decided to first gather the information before incorporating. - Outstanding Items: Commissioner noted two Verizon-related items (density change after cable franchise agreement change, and personal expansion plans report) that had been requested but not yet received. Key Outcomes - Annual report adoption: Motion to adopt the amended draft report carried 5-0-1, with one abstention (Aaron, who cited not having a BOS member to represent). Staff will circulate the final version and proceed with the June 30 submission deadline for the July 14 Finance/GOED Committee meeting, followed by the July 28 BOS business meeting (where it will likely be a consent item). - New staff directive: Staff to compile a list of past-year cell tower/communications applications for the BOS. - Next meeting: Scheduled for June 22, 2026. Because no major changes are expected, members agreed to decide closer to the date whether to hold a virtual meeting or cancel. Commissioner Aaron and others may be unavailable due to a school board meeting that evening.

The Transportation and Land Use Committee (TLUC) of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors met on June 17, 2026, to consider several agenda items including annual reports from housing advisory boards, an update on the Unmet Housing Needs Strategic Plan, the Route 50 Safety and Operational Study, a rewrite of swimming pool regulations, and the adoption of a county Natural Resources Strategy. The committee voted unanimously (4-0-1) on the consent agenda and took action on each major item. Consent Calendar - Housing Advisory Board FY 2026 Annual Report – Approved unanimously. - Housing Choice Voucher Resident Advisory Board FY 2026 Annual Report – Approved unanimously. - Affordable Dwelling Unit Advisory Board FY 2026 Annual Report – Approved unanimously. - Planning Commission Calendar Year 2025 Annual Report – Approved unanimously. - Proposed Amendment of Chapter 1066 and Repeal of Chapter 1067 of the Codified Ordinances (Health Department) – Approved unanimously, with a motion to advertise and conduct a public hearing. Public Comments & Testimony - Sasha Brower, Chair of the Housing Advisory Board (HAB), spoke in support of the HAB annual report, noting increased engagement, robust membership, and a collaborative relationship with new DHCD Director Eric Keeler. She highlighted the board’s work on evaluating the county’s housing strategic plan and emphasized the need for affordable and attainable housing as costs rise. Discussion Items Unmet Housing Needs Strategic Plan: 3rd Quarter FY 2026 Update (Information Item) - Staff presented detailed data on attainable housing production, inventory, and pipeline projects. Key statistics: 55 new attainable units achieved in Q3; 1,742 units in pipeline through FY 2029; 3,981 committed attainable rental units as of Jan 1, 2026; 2,539 committed attainable purchase units. - Net loss of rental units projected due to expiring affordability, but board investments (e.g., $10.5M from FY25 fund balance, $29M in FY27 budget) enable a net gain by 2029. - Chair Randall raised questions about deeper affordability (60% AMI target), transit-oriented development, parking requirements, senior housing demand, and strategies to preserve homeownership units (e.g., rent-back ideas). Director Keeler responded that the upcoming TOD policy and unmet need evaluation will address many issues. - Vice Chair Turner inquired about streamlining the 133-action tracking chart. Staff noted that the five-year evaluation will lead to refinements. Route 50 Safety and Operational Study (Action Item) - Staff presented findings: crash hotspots, community engagement (focus groups, 193 survey responses), and phased recommendations (short-term safety, mid-term enforcement pull-offs and turn lanes, long-term IIP projects). - Chair TeKrony moved to endorse the study with the exception of the New Mountain Road left-turn lane (not a crash hotspot) and to keep Snickersville Turnpike and Fleetwood Road/Lena Mill Boulevard improvements in the IIP. Snickersville Turnpike was a crash hotspot; Fleetwood/Lena Mill is a rank 4 IIP intersection. - Motion passed 4-0-1. Proposed Rewrite to Chapter 838 – Swimming Pool and Water Recreation Facilities (Action Item) - Staff outlined key changes: removal of construction standards (aligned with state code), maintaining lifeguard requirements, standardized signage, digital record-keeping, partial closure ability, civil penalties, and fee adjustments. - Chair TeKrony moved to recommend advertising a public hearing for September 9, 2026, with lifeguard requirements unchanged. Motion passed 4-0-1. Loudoun County Natural Resources Strategy (Action Item) - Staff presented the strategy structured around three goal areas: leading by example, planning/protection, and countywide action. It is a non-regulatory, guiding document. - Chair Randall asked about gap analysis and pollinator habitat conflicts with spotted lanternfly control. Staff noted that detailed implementation will involve subject-matter experts. - Chair TeKrony moved to adopt the draft strategy and direct staff to finalize the report. Motion passed 4-0-1. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved 4-0-1. - Route 50 Safety and Operational Study – endorsed with modifications (New Mountain Road left-turn lane removed; Snickersville Turnpike and Fleetwood/Lena Mill retained for IIP). Forwarded to Board of Supervisors. - Chapter 838 rewrite – recommended for public hearing on September 9, 2026. - Natural Resources Strategy – adopted as draft; staff directed to finalize report; implementation plan to be developed later. - Meeting adjourned at 7:09 PM.

This was a lengthy business meeting convened at 9:00 a.m., extending past midnight, to address a broad agenda including consent items, public input, committee reports, and numerous action items. Key topics included zoning compliance reforms, data center approvals, capital intensity factors updates, a pilot commuter bus termination, traffic management guide updates, and multiple board member initiatives. Consent Calendar - Approved consent agenda with items R-1 (recognition of Dr. Julie Leidig), R-2 (Parks & Recreation Month proclamation), and numerous contract renewals, awards, and administrative items. Note: Item 16 (BMI on immigration enforcement) was never placed on consent and was not included. - Approved consent items as listed, including public safety radio maintenance, job order contracts, Broad Run Farms waterline extension supplement, November 2026 bond referendum, Housing Finance Specialist position, Security and Intelligence Operations Center, Community Criminal Justice Board annual report, Section 8 Management Assessment, tourism grant recommendations, Smart Scale applications (Clark County and countywide), location and design endorsements (Evergreen Mills/Hogeland Mill and Benedict Drive), health plan update, appointments, administrative items, MOA for Old Arcola School Apartments, transit service equity analysis, MOA with Purcellville for traffic signals, demolition of fire-damaged structure at 20701 Riptide Square, resolution to amend zoning ordinance for by-right affordable housing by religious and nonprofit organizations, and board member initiative for pedestrian crossing evaluation on Hutchinson Farm Drive. Public Comments & Testimony - Several residents spoke in support of enhanced countywide zoning compliance (Mara Watch Copeland, Madeline Skinner), emphasized protecting legitimate agricultural exemptions (Avis Renshaw from Loudoun County Farm Bureau), urged transparency on Smart Scale applications (Trinity Mills from Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy), supported tax exemption for Cornerstones (Ted Lewis), raised concerns about the data center project (Emily Johnson from Piedmont Environmental Council), and requested property tax relief for seniors on fixed incomes (Elizabeth White). Others addressed zoning enforcement, bus pilot, and general remarks. Discussion Items - Item 1a – 2025 Capital Intensity Factors: Approved advertising for new CIFs and paused implementation of Phase 3 of 2023 CIF until effective date of 2025 factors. Noted removal of school facility fees due to LCPS capacity projections, with assurances of future review if needed. - Item 6 – Pilot Commuter Bus Routes: Staff reported extremely low ridership (less than 0.5 riders per route), recommended terminating pilot. Board approved discontinuation effective September 30, 2026; rejected a subsequent motion to explore future restart during Route 15 construction. - Item 7 – Residential Traffic Management Guide Update: Endorsed extending voting period for traffic calming from 30 to 90 days and reducing re-evaluation waiting period from 5 to 2 years. Also approved allowing administrative extensions of voting period on a case-by-case basis. - Item 12 – SDC Ashburn I (LEGI-2025-0015, SPEX-2025-0031): Approved a data center expansion (approx. 800-1,000 sq. ft. addition) with applicant committing to a Tier 4 generator for Building D by Dec 31, 2027. Vote was 5-4, with supervisors Briskman, Randall, Turner, and TeKrony voting no. - Item 13 – Zoning Compliance Policy and Staffing: Extended discussion on four motions. Approved implementation of a telephone call center (motion 2) 8-1; approved pilot program for extended night/weekend operating hours using three new positions (motion 1) 9-0; tabled motion 3 (multi-departmental compliance campaign) to end of 2025 with direction to develop cost-effective compliance assistance; approved motion 4 (one-time inventory of non-residential uses in RPA) 9-0, with understanding that inventory will inform motion 3. - Item 14 – Historical Plaque Requests: Approved installation of SAR commemorative plaque (first reading of Declaration of Independence) at courthouse lawn with amendment to remove sheriff's name; approved National Historic Landmark plaque for Charles Hamilton Houston Courthouse on fence along King Street. - Item 15 – Board of Supervisors Compensation Structure: Motion tabled to first meeting in September for further public discussion. - Item 16 – BMI on Prohibiting Federal Civil Immigration Enforcement: Approved 7-2 to research legality of such a prohibition on county property, with exception for adult detention center (287G program). - Item 17 – Board Member Appointment Change: Approved nomination of Rossie Toni as active member on COG convertible committee, with Supervisor Kirshner becoming alternate. Key Outcomes - Consent Agenda: Adopted 7-0-2 (Supervisors Kirshner and Saine off dais). - Capital Intensity Factors: Approved advertising and paused Phase 3 implementation. - Commuter Bus Pilot: Terminated by Sept 30, 2026; remaining funds ($950,000) will return to general fund. - Traffic Management Guide: Adopted 90-day voting period and 2-year re-evaluation period; allowed administrative extensions. - SDC Ashburn I: Approved 5-4. - Zoning Compliance: Approved call center (8-1), extended operating hours pilot (9-0); tabled education campaign; ordered one-time RPA inventory (9-0). - Historical Plaques: Approved with amendments. - Compensation BMI: Tabled. - Immigration Enforcement BMI: Approved 7-2. - Closed Sessions: Held three closed sessions on property acquisition, legal matters, and board member matters; approved condemnation resolutions for Farmwell Road improvements; no formal action taken on other sessions. - Appointments: Multiple nominations confirmed.

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on June 10, 2026, addressing two major items: the FY2027–FY2032 Secondary Road Six-Year Plan (joint with VDOT) and a special exception application for Happy Paws K-9, a dog daycare and boarding kennel operating in a residence. Two other agenda items (Golden Substation and R&D Hamilton Academy) were deferred. The meeting included extensive public testimony and board deliberation. Joint Board of Supervisors and Virginia Department of Transportation Public Hearing: FY2027–FY2032 Secondary Road Six-Year Plan Staff presented the proposed six-year plan, which allocates $2,139,732 in fiscal year 2032 from the state district grant program for future projects. No new roads were recommended for paving this year; the priority list retained the same four roads from the previous year. The board heard public comments from Nicholas Graham (requesting paving of John Wolford Road), Terry Hall, James May, and Catherine Croft (requesting hard surfacing of Telegraph Springs Road, citing safety, dust, and health concerns). Board discussion focused on the need for a data-driven criteria to determine which unpaved roads to hard surface, maintain, or preserve as rural rustic roads. Supervisors Kirshner, Crony, and Turner expressed support for developing criteria, with potential pilot projects on Red Hill Road and Oatlands Road. Chair Randall questioned the impact of increased traffic on unpaved roads and noted the historic character of some routes. Key Outcomes: - Motion by Supervisor Kirshner, seconded by Supervisor Crony: Forward the FY2027–2032 Secondary Road Six-Year Plan to the July 7, 2026 Business Meeting for action (to accept funds), and direct staff to bring back a list of roads for future funding after completing the proposed paving/maintenance criteria. Vote: 8-0-1 (Supervisor Laterno absent). Motion passed. Hearing Item: LEGI-2024-0012, Happy Paws K-9 (Special Exceptions) The applicant, Marcel and Beatrice Uttenberg, requested a special exception to operate a dog kennel (daycare and boarding, up to 25 dogs) within their single-family home on a three-acre parcel, along with a minor special exception to reduce the required 100-foot use setbacks on three sides. The kennel has been operating since 2021; the application seeks retroactive approval. Staff noted discrepancies with conditions recommended by the Planning Commission (which recommended a maximum of 16 dogs, a 60-foot rear setback, and a 1:6 employee-to-dog ratio). Public testimony was overwhelmingly supportive, with numerous clients praising the facility's care, cleanliness, and positive impact on their dogs. Two adjacent neighbors spoke in favor. A few residents opposed, citing land use compatibility, noise, hours of operation, and concerns about an illegal operation. Board discussion was extensive. Supervisors Brisman, Turner, and Kirshner expressed support for the applicant's request (25 dogs, reduced setbacks, flexible employee ratio), citing the quality of the operation and the need for such services. Supervisors Crony, Saints, and Glass leaned toward the Planning Commission's recommendation of 16 dogs and stricter conditions. Chair Randall sought more information on the two-year period of non-compliance before deciding. Key Outcomes: - Motion by Supervisor Crony, seconded by Supervisor Glass: Forward LEGI-2024-0012 to the July 21, 2026 Business Meeting for action (no soil testing requirement included). Crony stated support for 16 dogs, but indicated willingness to work with the applicant on setbacks. Vote: 8-0-1 (Supervisor Laterno absent). The specific number of dogs and other conditions remain to be finalized at the business meeting.

Note: The transcript provided states the meeting date as May 7, 2026, but the assigned date for this summary is June 9, 2026. This summary uses the assigned date. The committee conducted an all-virtual meeting to discuss updates to the Proffer Compliance Form (PCF), a shoulder width code modification for fire apparatus roads, and a work group for gated communities. The meeting began with approval of prior minutes and included detailed deliberation on technical language and implementation timelines. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (April 16, 2026): Moved by Drew, seconded, and approved unanimously by voice vote. Discussion Items - Gated Communities Work Group: One committee member (Pete) volunteered; Kevin offered to serve as a second member if no other volunteer emerged. Three traffic consultant recommendations were presented: Tushar O'Re (Grove Slade), Chris Turnbull (Wells and Associates), and Les Adkins (Galloway). Megan initially hesitant due to schedule but agreed to participate with Kevin as backup; the group will meet virtually for one-hour sessions. - Proffer Compliance Form (PCF) Update: Staff (Kate McConnell) reviewed comments from the March 19 meeting. Key points included: - Staff preference to keep proffer listing sequential even if not all apply. - Bond number can be noted in the narrative box rather than adding a separate field. - Instructions clarified that staff must complete the "staff use" section and upload the final form to Landmark. - New requirement: PCFs will be required for certain plats (future FSM amendment). Effective date targeted for July 1, 2026. - Discussion on whether preliminary plats need PCFs – staff noted it may be premature, but agreed to revisit after implementation. - PGRC (bond release certification) form reviewed: includes an affidavit requiring notarization; e-signature option is under development. Committee suggested minor wording and box adjustments (e.g., removing duplicate "by right" column and clarifying application number fields). - Staff will send the tech memo and forms to agency referral (with archaeology amendments) for a two-week comment period before proceeding to a Board of Supervisors resolution for intent to amend. - Shoulder Width Code Modification (Fire Apparatus Roads): The fire marshal's office requested that the blanket code modification allowing shoulders to be counted in the 20‑foot unobstructed width be replaced with a case‑by‑case approach. Extensive debate centered on language to allow paved shoulders of the same surface material to be included. Final language agreed: - "Fire apparatus roads: minimum unobstructed width of 20 feet exclusive of shoulders, except where the typical travel way surface material is extended through the shoulder to meet the minimum 20‑foot unobstructed width." - This language applies to both the 20‑foot requirement (Section A) and the 18‑foot exception (Subsection I). - No changes to road pavement design tables needed, but cross-references to compacted and H‑20 loading standards will be added. - Committee approved including this text in the same agency referral as the PCF archaeology amendments. Key Outcomes - Minutes approved. - Gated communities work group formed: Pete and Kevin as members; staff to invite recommended traffic consultants and DTCI/fire marshal representatives. - PCF and PGRC forms finalized for agency referral; effective date July 1, 2026. - Shoulder modification language agreed and will be sent for agency referral alongside PCF amendments. - Next committee meeting scheduled for June 4, 2026 (topic TBD; likely a tech memo on a new plan clearance process and annual report).

The Finance/Government Operations and Economic Development Committee (FGOEDC) of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors met on June 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The meeting was chaired by Chair Briskman. The committee adopted a large consent agenda, received the monthly Economic Development report, endorsed two transportation projects, considered property tax exemptions for nonprofits, and reviewed the 2027 health plan update and premiums. Committee members present were Chair Briskman, Vice Chair Saints, Supervisor Umstead, and Supervisor Laterno (arrived later). Chair Randall was absent. All votes were recorded. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda was adopted by a vote of 3-0-2 (Chair Randall and Supervisor Laterno absent). Items included: Authority increase for IT hardware/software/services; renewal of public safety radio system maintenance; renewal of job order contracts for mechanical infrastructure, stormwater/paving, and construction support services; award of roadway/civil design services for Village of Waterford infrastructure; Broad Run Farms community waterline extension supplemental funding; November 2026 bond referendum; housing finance specialist position authority; Security and Intelligence Operations Center; Loudoun County Community Criminal Justice Board 2025 annual report; FY 2026 Section Eight Management Assessment Program certification; FY 2027 Restricted Transient Occupancy Tax Fund tourism grant recommendations; Smart Scale Round 7 applications for Clarke County and countywide; and items 2–16 as listed on the agenda. No discussion or separate votes were held on these items. Discussion Items - Monthly Department of Economic Development Report – Buddy Rizer reported that through May 2026, Loudoun County had achieved 130 economic development wins, created or retained over 7,000 jobs, and secured $2.4 billion in new commercial investment. The department conducted over 1,000 business retention visits, working with approximately 287 minority-owned businesses. The unemployment rate for Loudoun in April was 3.2%, compared to 3.8% for Virginia and 4.4% for the U.S. The most recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a 3.8% year-over-year increase, driven largely by energy prices; core inflation (excluding food and energy) was 2.8%. The average price of regular unleaded gasoline nationwide was $4.17 per gallon, up from $3.13 a year earlier. The department’s earned media efforts generated 38.7 million impressions with an advertising equivalent value of over $775 million in May; fiscal year-to-date totals were 1.6 billion impressions and $39.1 million. Rizer highlighted Overview Energy, an Ashburn startup that announced an agreement with Meta to provide up to one gigawatt of space-based solar energy and received an Air Force contract. Ray Vasquez, representing the Economic Development Advisory Council (EDAC), reported on the May EDAC meeting featuring a presentation from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond and provided a status update on an ad hoc committee that is being formed with co-chairs Carlos O’Tal and Michael Timmins. Vasquez also introduced his company, Vertex Eleven, a cybersecurity consultancy. - Evergreen Mills Road / Hogeland Mill Road Bridge and Safety Improvements – Staff presented a $5 million project to improve safety at the bridge over Sickling Creek by widening shoulders, installing barriers, and utilizing the existing box culvert. The project originated from a 2019 safety audit. The committee endorsed the location and major design elements and directed staff to proceed with final design and construction documents. Supervisor Saints asked whether widening the road to four lanes per the County Transportation Plan had been considered given nearby development; staff agreed to look into the feasibility and cost. - Benedict Drive – Potomac View Road to Existing Sidewalk – Staff presented a project to install a 6-foot-wide concrete sidewalk, ADA-compliant ramps, and a marked crosswalk along 480 feet of Potomac View Road. The total project cost is approximately $2 million, with construction under $1 million. Waivers were applied to minimize utility relocations, keeping the project ahead of schedule. Construction is expected to begin by summer 2027. The committee endorsed the location and design and directed staff to finalize design and prepare construction documents. - Nonprofit Organizations’ Requests for Property Tax Exemption by Designation – Commissioner of the Revenue Robert Drake presented four applications for property tax exemptions by designation: Cornerstones, Inc., Loudoun Career Firefighters Association, Lower Loudoun Girls Softball League, and Willowsford Conservancy. Two of the organizations had previously been considered. If granted, the total exempted amount would be about $60,000. Drake noted that Howard Hughes Medical Institute and Falcon’s Landing now account for 90% of all exempted amounts for the 58 already-exempt organizations. Supervisor Umstead moved to amend the motion to remove Willowsford Conservancy, stating that it is fundamentally an HOA and the board does not traditionally grant exemptions to HOAs. Chair Briskman accepted the amendment. Supervisor Laterno opposed the practice of property tax exemptions on principle, arguing it is inconsistent with the county’s competitive grant process. The amended motion to refer the remaining three applications to a future public hearing passed 3-1-1, with Supervisor Laterno voting no and Chair Randall absent. - 2027 Health Plan Update and Premium Review – Staff presented the annual review of the countywide group health plan (medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision). The plan is self-funded with stop-loss insurance at $650,000 per claimant. Key statistics: 46% of covered members have chronic conditions, accounting for 72% of total costs; 34% have hypertension, diabetes, or obesity; in 2025, 74 high-cost claimants (over $100,000) accounted for 25% of total plan costs. Prescription drug costs increased less than 1% in 2025 after a 20% increase the prior year, but actuaries project a 12% trend factor for 2027. Behavioral health utilization reached 29% of members, though the network has grown 24%. Recommended plan design changes: increase the stop-loss threshold from $650,000 to $700,000, and implement Hinge Health, a digital musculoskeletal care platform. Proposed premium increases: medical 9.9% (down from 12.2% last year) and dental 1.4%. The committee approved the plan design changes, premiums, and authorized the purchasing agent to renew vendor contracts, by a vote of 4-0-1 (Chair Randall absent). Key Outcomes - Adopted consent agenda (3-0-2). - Endorsed Evergreen Mills Road/Hogeland Mill Road bridge and safety improvements and directed staff to proceed with final design (voice vote, all in favor). - Endorsed Benedict Drive sidewalk project and directed staff to proceed with final design and construction documents (voice vote, all in favor). - Approved referral of three nonprofit property tax exemption applications (Cornerstones, Loudoun Career Firefighters, Lower Loudoun Girls Softball) to a future public hearing; removed Willowsford Conservancy from consideration (vote 3-1-1). - Approved 2027 health plan design changes, stop-loss increase to $700,000, implementation of Hinge Health, and premium increases of 9.9% for medical and 1.4% for dental; authorized vendor contract renewals (vote 4-0-1). - The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:30 PM.

The Zoning Ordinance Committee (ZOC) met on June 3, 2026, to receive status updates on several ordinance amendments and to discuss the Western Loudoun Rural Uses and Standards (WLRUS) project following a Board of Supervisors action the previous evening. A key focus was the board's directive to form an ad hoc committee to study WLRUS with a June 2027 deadline, which the chair expressed concerns about feasibility given ZOC term expirations and previous timeline issues. Consent Calendar - The action report from May 6, 2026 was approved with a motion by Larry Malone and a second by Mr. Jenda. No opposition noted. Public Comments & Testimony - No public input was received. Discussion Items - Data Center Standards & Location (CPAM-2025-0001/ZOAM-2024-0001): Staff reported the project is tracking, with plans to present an overview at the July 8 ZOC meeting. Standards under development include data center utility substations, microgrids, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). - Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Adjustments 1 (ZOAM-2025-0001): Staff noted text is nearly ready for review but some portions were fast-tracked into separate items. - Resolution of Intent to Amend – Chapter 10 Procedures (Placards): Staff reported that the Board of Supervisors adopted this resolution on June 2, 2026, to correct a formatting error that inadvertently required the county to placard every rezoning and Z-map amendment, a requirement not mandated by state law and burdensome for large applications. A ZOC member raised concerns that placards are unreadable; discussion followed on whether this issue could be addressed under the same ROI or would require a separate item. The chair agreed to study the matter and report back in July. - Resolution of Intent to Amend – Affordable Housing by Religious and Nonprofit Organizations: Staff announced a fast-track ZOAM in response to recent state legislation, requiring changes by January 1, 2027. This item will go to the Board of Supervisors on June 16, 2026, and will not come to ZOC. - Western Loudoun Rural Uses and Standards (WLRUS): A special discussion focused on the Board of Supervisors' action from the previous evening (June 2, 2026). The board directed the chairs of the Planning Commission and ZOC to form an ad hoc committee to study WLRUS with a goal of returning recommendations to the board by June 2027. The original motion had a September 2026 deadline, but that paragraph was removed. The ZOC chair expressed strong concerns about the feasibility of this timeline, citing the lack of an August ZOC meeting, term expirations on September 30, 2026, and previous experience (staff needed six months to draft). He noted that the board's directive places pressure on ZOC and the Planning Commission without clear staff resources. Members agreed to wait for a potential reconsideration at the next board meeting and to seek clarity from leadership. Key Outcomes - Action Report Approved: Unanimous, no roll call vote recorded. - WLRUS Ad Hoc Committee: The chair will work with the Planning Commission chair and staff to develop a plan to meet the board's schedule. Timing of ZOC's future role remains uncertain. - Next ZOC Meeting: Scheduled for July 8, 2026 (second Wednesday due to the July 4 holiday). No August meeting is planned. - Term Expirations: Acknowledged that ZOC member terms expire on September 30, 2026, affecting continuity. - Motion to Adjourn: Passed with a motion from a member.

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors held a business meeting on June 2, 2026, beginning at approximately 5:00 p.m. The meeting covered a wide range of agenda items including proclamations, public comments, and action on several major land use and infrastructure proposals. Notable actions included approval of the Valley Commerce Center, deferral of the Aspen Substation application, and creation of an ad hoc committee for the Western Loudoun Rural Uses and Standards study. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda was adopted with a vote of 6-0-3 (three supervisors absent at the time). Items included: Proclamation for Pride Month (June 2026), Resolution recognizing Rock Ridge High School Debate Team, Proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day (June 5, 2026), Resolution recognizing Loudoun Youth Poet Laureate Program, Resolution commemorating 75th Anniversary of Junior Woman’s Club of Loudoun, Proclamation for Pollinator Week (June 22-28, 2026), Appointments confirmations, Administrative Items Report, Termination of covenants for Ashburn Library property, High Voltage Direct Current Transmission Infrastructure Study proposal (with addition to request information from Dominion), ZOAM-2026-0003 (Chapter 10 procedures – placards), RBMI Unison Historic District Design Guidelines, and Board Member Initiative for SPARC fee waiver. - Supervisor Saines noted that SPARC (Specially Adapted Resource Clubs) had previously met the 75% threshold in the competitive grant process but was not funded this year; he requested staff consider SPARC as a core grant opportunity in the future. - Supervisor Crony explained the HVDC item: an 185-mile underground 525 kV transmission line ending at the Mosby substation. He requested a letter to Dominion asking why the line cannot be extended underground to Data Center Alley, where the power is needed. Chair Randall clarified the request is to ask Dominion why the line cannot be extended underground to Data Center Alley. Public Comments & Testimony - Valley Commerce Center (VCC): Over 20 speakers addressed the proposed rezoning. - Opponents: Mayor Christopher Bertot of Purcellville, Councilmembers Caleb Stout and Susan Khalil, and numerous residents cited inconsistency with the comprehensive plan, traffic impacts on narrow roads (Percival Road), water supply concerns, and loss of rural character. Councilmember Khalil stated approval would endanger residents and that the blood of a first driver killed by generated traffic would be on the hands of those who ignored consequences. Several residents from nearby communities (Mayfair, Kincaid Forest) opposed the project. The Piedmont Environmental Council echoed staff recommendations for denial. - Supporters: Business owners and residents including Paul McCullough, Jamie Emory (hydrogeologist), Donald Smith, Chase Stewart, Ben Carpenter, Jennifer Gowler, and others argued the project meets a critical shortage of light industrial space, that water studies were thorough, and that the site is already adjacent to industrial uses. Several noted that small businesses are being pushed out of the county due to lack of affordable space. - Aspen Substation: Multiple speakers from nearby neighborhoods (Kincaid Forest, Regency at Belmont, Lansdowne) requested deferral, not denial, to allow community input on updated mitigation measures. Speakers cited concerns about construction noise, tree removal, and lack of public process. The Loudoun Coalition of HOAs and Condominium Associations supported deferral. - Other Speakers: - Gary Clemens (Clerk of Court) was absent. - David Cox (JK Moving Services) supported VCC, stating lack of space may force relocation. - Tony Howard (Loudoun Chamber) supported Aspen substation and VCC. - Victor Block and Chase Stewart asked for deferral of Aspen and a holistic plan. - Shane Crow spoke in support of ranked-choice voting. Discussion Items - Valley Commerce Center (VCC): Staff provided updates on proffers including five-year off-site well monitoring, traffic projections, and water usage comparisons. Supervisor Kirshner moved approval, emphasizing need for flex industrial space, traffic mitigations (interchange, turn lanes, right-of-way), and job creation. The motion passed 6-3, with Supervisors Briskman, Randall, and Crony opposed. Opponents cited inconsistency with comprehensive plan, water concerns, and precedent. Chair Randall noted the site is not farmland and that residential development would be preferable but requires infrastructure. - Algonkian Parkway Multimodal Feasibility Study: Supervisor Briskman moved to separate the motion. The first part (implement existing sidewalk/trail and intersection improvements) passed unanimously. The second part (include remaining long-term improvements in future CIP) failed 1-8, with only Supervisor Briskman in favor. Concerns included cost ($105 million for 6.7 miles) and potential funding of improvements in Fairfax County or on private HOA property. - Aspen Substation (LEGI-2024-0038): Supervisor Turner moved to defer to July 7, 2026, and direct staff to schedule stakeholder meetings (including county staff, Dominion, data center industry, and community representatives selected by Loudoun Coalition). The motion included friendlies: a community meeting in proximity to the substation and community representatives selected by the coalition. The motion passed 9-0. Supervisor Turner emphasized the need for holistic planning and that the reliability loop is necessary regardless of data center growth. - Board Member Initiative – Mayfair Crown Road: Chair Randall moved to direct staff to consider removing the collector road status of Mayfair Crown Road as part of the ongoing comprehensive plan amendment. Passed 9-0. - Western Loudoun Rural Uses and Standards (CPAM-2024-0002 & ZOAM-2024-0002): Supervisor Crony moved to amend the project plan to create an ad hoc committee of five ZOC members and four Planning Commissioners, appointed by chairs, to review draft language for consistency with board direction. After discussion, the second paragraph with a deadline was removed. The motion passed 6-3, with Supervisors Laterno, Briskman, and Umstadt opposed. Chair Randall noted that discussions with ZOC and Planning Commission chairs are already underway to expedite the timeline. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda adopted (6-0-3). - Proclamations and resolutions approved. - $20,000 allocated to Loudoun Freedom Center for Juneteenth celebration; staff directed to develop a policy for future contributions to non‑profits for countywide events. - Valley Commerce Center approved (6-3) with proffers. - Aspen Substation deferred to July 7, 2026; stakeholder meetings and a community meeting required. - Algonkian Parkway multimodal: short-term improvements approved; long-term improvements not added to CIP. - Staff directed to consider removal of Mayfair Crown Road from collector road plan. - Ad hoc committee created for Western Loudoun Rural Uses and Standards. - Appointments: Shri Cannet Uramassetti to Economic Development Advisory Commission; James Paravecchio to Community Services Board.