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Albemarle County Board of Supervisors Meeting August 5, 2026: Approves Resolution of Intent for Animal Feeding Operations, Reviews Housing Policy and Community Development Work Program

Board of Supervisors — Wednesday, August 5, 2026
BodyAlbemarle County, Virginia
SessionBoard of Supervisors
DateWednesday, August 5, 2026
StatusFILED
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Good afternoon, everyone.

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I would like to call to order the Albemaro County Board of Supervisors for our August 5th, 2026, 1 p.m.

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meeting here in Lane Auditorium.

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With us today, we have Supervisor Mike Pruitt of the Scottsville District, Supervisor Ann Malik of the Whitehall District, Supervisor Fred Missile of the Samuel Miller District, Supervisor B.

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Lapisto Kirtley of the Ravanna District, Supervisor Sally Duncan of the Jack Jewett District, myself, Ned Galloway of the Rio District.

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Also with us, our county executive, Mr.

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Jeff Richardson, our county attorney, Mr.

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Andy Herrick, our board clerk, Ms.

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Claudette Borgison, and our senior deputy clerk, Mr.

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Travis Morris.

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We are appreciative and grateful that we have our Elmore County Police Department officers present with us, Officer Caden Painter, Painter, and Master Police Officer Raymond Lilly.

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Thank you, gentlemen, for being with us this afternoon.

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And now if uh if everyone would please rise as you are able for the Pledge of Allegiance.

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Pledge allegiance.

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Okay.

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Very good.

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And if everyone would please now take a moment, join together in a moment of silence.

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All right.

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Thank you very much.

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Board number four, adoption of the final agenda.

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Are there any changes or modifications to the agenda that we need to do?

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We'll handle any consent agenda items at the consent agenda point.

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Um are there any other changes or modifications?

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All right, hearing none, is there a motion to adopt the final agenda?

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So moved.

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Second.

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All right, without objection, if the clerk will please call the roll.

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Mr.

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Galloway.

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Yes.

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Ms.

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Lapista Kirtley.

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Aye.

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Ms.

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Malik.

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Yes.

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Mr.

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Missile.

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Aye.

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Mr.

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Pruitt?

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Aye.

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Ms.

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Duncan.

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Yes.

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Thank you.

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And we'll move to item number five.

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Brief announcements by board members.

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And Mr.

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Missile, you are up first.

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Thank you.

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I do not have any announcements at this time.

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All right.

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Supervisor Lapisto curtly.

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Yes, I just uh wanted to let everyone know that we've had an uptick in people uh stealing cars, vandalizing cars, and I have a report from the police department, and there are 49, there were 49 stolen vehicles from January through June, and 17 in June alone.

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This is attributable to you know kids being out of school, going on a jury ride, things like that.

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But remember, stealing cars and going into cars, that's a crime of opportunity.

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Uh, most of these were the keys were in the car, the car was unlocked, the windows were down.

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Uh, but remember to leave no valuables in the car, including guns.

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Uh, do not leave the key in the car, do not leave the cars running unattended, and make sure you park in well-lit areas.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Agricultural Regulation█████████████████17%
Affordable Housing████████████████16%
Strategic Planning████████████████16%
Procedural█████████9%
Public Engagement█████████9%
Economic Development██████6%
Parks and Recreation█████5%
Transportation Safety█████5%
Environmental Protection████4%
Summary of Proceedings

Albemarle County Board of Supervisors Meeting – August 5, 2026

The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors met on August 5, 2026, starting at 1:00 PM in Lane Auditorium. The agenda included presentations on Shenandoah National Park updates, a review of the Housing Albemarle policy, the Fiscal Year 2027 Community Development Work Program, and a work session on AC44 implementation for activity center plans. The board also held public hearings and discussed the 2027 legislative program. Key outcomes included approval of a Resolution of Intent (ROI) to study concentrated animal feeding operations, adoption of the consent agenda with one item pulled for discussion, and approval of a special use permit for a camping expansion.

Consent Calendar

  • The board adopted the consent agenda as amended, pulling Item 8.6 (Resolution of Intent to Study Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations) for separate discussion. The consent agenda included approval of minutes, FY26 and FY27 appropriations, scheduling a public hearing for photo speed monitoring devices, Southwood Sanitary Service CDBG certifications, and resolutions regarding the Rio29 Form-Based Code and road acceptance.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Public Comment (Before 1:30 PM): Multiple speakers addressed the board regarding the Resolution of Intent (ROI) to study intensive livestock, dairy, and poultry facilities. Supporters (Sarah Eck, Molly Angevine, Peggy Gilgas, Dan Beaker, Susan Skolnik Lozano, Adelaide O'Brien, Rob McGuinness, Anne Susan, Cole Dickerson, Deirdre Casey Kerrigan, Paula Beasley) argued that the county lacks adequate zoning standards for large-scale animal operations and that a study is needed to protect water quality and public health. Opponent Tim Kendrick, representing the Albemarle County Farm Bureau, stated that the operations are already regulated by state and federal agencies and that overregulation would harm family farms. Speakers from Claudius Crozet Park also highlighted the park's community value.
  • Public Hearing (6:00 PM): Only one speaker (Mike Suddarth) testified in support of the James River Runners camping expansion, noting the applicant’s good reputation and minimal impact. No opposition was expressed.

Discussion Items

  • Shenandoah National Park Update: Deputy Superintendent Kristen Gibbs reported on stable visitation, a new concessionaire (Explore US), and plans for automated entry gates. The county and park will explore enhanced cooperation on tourism and emergency response.
  • Housing Albemarle Policy Review: Staff presented progress on the 2021 policy, noting 5,439 affordable housing units produced or preserved (54% of the 10,070-unit target). The board discussed the need for a housing advisory committee, developer incentives (including tap fees and permit fees), and further work on homeownership and tenant protections. Supervisors expressed interest in a committee that is advisory, not bureaucratic, and in revisiting inclusionary zoning standards.
  • FY27 Community Development Work Program: The board reviewed the department’s extensive work plan, which includes state mandates, local options, and ongoing projects. Staff noted limited capacity and the need to prioritize. The work program includes a placeholder for the animal feeding operations study.
  • AC44 Implementation – Activity Center Plans: Staff recommended the US Route 29 Airport Road area south to Ashwood Boulevard as the first activity center plan location. The board supported the choice, noting its alignment with economic development and recent investments. Discussion included the need for realistic, implementable plans and coordination with the city on South Pantops.
  • 2027 Legislative Program: The board reviewed the 2026 session successes (three of four priorities adopted) and began shaping the 2027 agenda. Priorities under consideration include continued advocacy for photo speed monitoring devices, transit funding for CARTA, and state transportation funding reform. Supervisors also discussed federal advocacy and specific tax authority changes.

Key Outcomes

  • Resolution of Intent for Animal Feeding Operations: The board voted 6-0 to adopt the ROI (Item 8.6) to evaluate whether zoning ordinance revisions are necessary for intensive livestock, dairy, and poultry facilities. The study will report back by December 2026 with findings and potential regulatory approaches.
  • Special Use Permit Approval: The board approved SP-2025-00009 for James River Runners to add six primitive campsites, subject to conditions including no tree clearing, quiet hours, and on-site staffing. The vote was 6-0.
  • Appointments to Boards and Commissions: The board appointed members to the Historic Preservation Committee, Jail Authority, Places29 Hydraulic and North CACs, and the Blue Ridge Committee for Shenandoah Park Relations.
  • Direction on Housing Policy: Staff will develop a housing advisory committee charter and bring back specific proposals for developer incentives (including tap fee reductions) and other tools. The comprehensive regional housing needs assessment (expected early 2027) will inform a full policy review.
  • Closed Meetings: The board held closed sessions to discuss appointments and real property acquisitions/dispositions, certifying compliance with FOIA.

Meeting Transcript

Good afternoon, everyone. I would like to call to order the Albemaro County Board of Supervisors for our August 5th, 2026, 1 p.m. meeting here in Lane Auditorium. With us today, we have Supervisor Mike Pruitt of the Scottsville District, Supervisor Ann Malik of the Whitehall District, Supervisor Fred Missile of the Samuel Miller District, Supervisor B. Lapisto Kirtley of the Ravanna District, Supervisor Sally Duncan of the Jack Jewett District, myself, Ned Galloway of the Rio District. Also with us, our county executive, Mr. Jeff Richardson, our county attorney, Mr. Andy Herrick, our board clerk, Ms. Claudette Borgison, and our senior deputy clerk, Mr. Travis Morris. We are appreciative and grateful that we have our Elmore County Police Department officers present with us, Officer Caden Painter, Painter, and Master Police Officer Raymond Lilly. Thank you, gentlemen, for being with us this afternoon. And now if uh if everyone would please rise as you are able for the Pledge of Allegiance. Pledge allegiance. Okay. Very good. And if everyone would please now take a moment, join together in a moment of silence. All right. Thank you very much. Board number four, adoption of the final agenda. Are there any changes or modifications to the agenda that we need to do? We'll handle any consent agenda items at the consent agenda point. Um are there any other changes or modifications? All right, hearing none, is there a motion to adopt the final agenda? So moved. Second. All right, without objection, if the clerk will please call the roll. Mr. Galloway. Yes. Ms. Lapista Kirtley. Aye. Ms. Malik. Yes. Mr. Missile. Aye. Mr. Pruitt? Aye. Ms. Duncan. Yes. Thank you. And we'll move to item number five. Brief announcements by board members. And Mr. Missile, you are up first.

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