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CUMBERLAND COUNTY
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Regular Monthly Meeting
Circuit Courtroom, Cumberland Courthouse
17 Courthouse Circle, Cumberland, VA

November 10, 2026
6:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. –
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Adjourn into Closed Meeting

Motion

Subject Matter: Evaluation of County Administrator
Purpose of Meeting: Allow Board Members to Conduct a 90-day Performance Review of County
Administrator.
Exemption: Pursuant to VA. Code § 2.2-3711.A.1: Personnel – Annual Performance Evaluation of the
County Administrator
4. Reconvene in Open Meeting

Motion

Roll call vote pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3712 certifying “that to the best of each member’s
knowledge (i) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under this
chapter, (ii) only such public business matters as were identified in the motion by which the closed
meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered in the meeting by the public body,
and (iii) no action was taken in closed meeting.”
5. Adjourn until 7:00 p.m
7:00 p.m. –
6.

Call to Order

7.

Roll Call of Members

8.

Welcome and Pledge of Allegiance

9.

Invocation

10.

County Administrator Comments

Information

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a. Employee of the Month – November 2026 – Stephen Davis
b. Tree Lighting – December 4, 2026
11.

Approval of Agenda

12.

Public Comment – Agenda Items Only

13.

Consent Agenda
a.
b.

14.

Motion

Motion

Approval of Bills
Approval of Minutes (October 13, 2026 and October 20, 2026) (pg. 1-20)

State & Local Departments/Agencies/Community Service Provider Reports
a.
b.
c.

Cumberland County Public Schools
VDOT
Finance Report
i. Monthly Budget Report (pg. 21-30)
ii.
Appropriation Request for CuCPS (pg. 31-34)
d.
Planning and Zoning Report
i. Planning Project Updates
ii. Request to Set Public Hearing
a. REZ 26-01 Johnston (pg. 35)
b. REZ 26-02 Layman (pg. 36)
iii. Board of Zoning Appeals Reappointment – Mr. Hubert Allen (pg. 37)
e. County Attorney’s Report
i. Resolution – Approval of Albertsons Settlement (pg. 38)
15.

Old Business

16.

New Business
a.
Piedmont Senior Resources RAM Funding Request (pg. 39-43)
b.
Additional Holiday Request

17.

Public Hearings

18.

Additional Information – (pg. 44-54)
a.
Treasurer’s Report
b.
DMV Report – September and October 2026
c.
Monthly Building Inspections Report
d.
Monthly Business License Report
e.
Commonwealth Regional Council Report
f.
Approved Planning Commission meeting minutes – N/A
g.
Approved Economic Development Authority minutes – N/A
h.
Approved BZA minutes – N/A

19.

Public Comment

20.

Chairman and Board Member Comments

21.

Adjourn –

Information
Information
Information
Motion
Information
Motion
Motion
Motion
Motion

Motion
Motion

Motion

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At a meeting of the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors scheduled
for 6:00 p.m. on the 13th day of October 2026, at the Cumberland County
Circuit Courtroom:
Present:

Bryan Hamlet, District 1
Eurika Tyree, District 3, Vice-Chairman
Paul Stimpson, District 4
Robert Saunders, Jr., District 5
Summer Medina, County Administrator
Jennifer Crews, Assistant County Administrator
Kemper Beasley, County Attorney
Stephany Johnson, Planning/Zoning Administrator

Absent:

John Newman, District 2, Chairman
Tiana Branch, Deputy Clerk

The Vice Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m.
Adjourn into Closed Meeting
On a motion by Supervisor Hamlet, seconded by Supervisor Tyree
and carried by the following vote, the Board entered into closed meeting
pursuant to the Virginia Code Section set forth below to discuss the
subjects identified:
Subject Matter: Discussion of Legal Matters in Regards to Possible
Power Generating Project by Dominion Energy Virginia
Subject Matter: Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding 10th
Judicial Circuit Show Cause Order
Purpose of Meeting: Allow Board Members to consult with legal
counsel regarding county business.
Exemption: Pursuant to VA. Code § 2.2-3711.A.8: Consultation
with Legal Counsel – Consultation with legal counsel employed or

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retained by a public body regarding specific legal matters
requiring the provision of legal advice by such counsel.
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson – aye

Reconvene in Open Meeting
The Board reconvened to open meeting on a motion by Supervisor Hamlet,
seconded by Supervisor Tyree, and adopted by the following vote:
Mr. Hamlet –
Mr. Newman –
Mrs. Tyree –
Mr. Stimpson –
Mr. Saunders -

aye
absent
aye
aye
aye

that the following Certification of a Closed Meeting be adopted in accordance
with The Virginia Freedom of Information Act:
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Cumberland County has convened a
closed session on this date pursuant to an affirmation recorded vote and in
accordance with the provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act;
and
WHEREAS, Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia requires a
certification by this Board that such closed meeting was conducted in
conformity with Virginia law;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Cumberland County hereby certifies that, to the best of each member’s
knowledge, (i) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open
meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the closed session to
which this certification resolution applies, and (ii) only such public business
matters as were identified in the motion by which the closed session was
convened were heard, discussed or considered by the Board of Supervisors of
Cumberland County; and (iii) no action was taken in closed session.

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1.

Call to Order
The Vice Chairman called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

2.

Roll Call of Members
Stephany Johnson, Planning/Zoning Administrator, called the roll.

3.

Welcome and Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the Vice Chairman.

4.

Invocation
The Invocation was led by the Supervisor Hamlet.

5.

County Administrator Comments

County Administrator, Summer Medina, provided the Board with
the following comments:
a. Employee of the Month – October 2026 – Billy Black
b. Recognition of Black Diamond Rescue – Mrs. Crystal Smith
and Radar
c. Animal Control Recognition of 2026 Agency of the Year
Award
Kemper Beasley, County Attorney, provided the following
statement on behalf of Chairman John Newman:
“I disclose that I receive retirement benefits under a defined benefit pension
plan arising from my former employment with Dominion Energy and
administered by a third party on Dominion’s behalf. Dominion Energy, or a
related Dominion entity, is the applicant for the Cumberland Energy Center
project presently before the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors.
Because this matter concerns a business in which I may have a personal
interest, I disqualify myself from participation pursuant to Va. Code § 2.23112. I will not vote, act on behalf of the County, discuss the matter with
County officers or employees, or attend any closed-meeting portion in which
the project is discussed. I request that this disclosure and disqualification be

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recorded in the Board’s public records.”
6.

Approval of Agenda

On a motion by Supervisor Stimpson, seconded by Supervisor
Saunders and carried by the following vote, the Board approved the
agenda as presented:
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – nay
Mrs. Tyree – nay
Mr. Saunders – nay

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– nay

On a motion by Supervisor Stimpson, seconded by Supervisor
Saunders and carried by the following vote, the Board amended the
agenda to add an Appointment of a Temporary Vice Chairman in
relation to all Dominion Energy discussions and action items under New
Business of the agenda:
Vote:

7.

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– aye

Public Comment – Agenda Items Only
Betty Myers provided her opinion on the Dominion workshop and
questioned the economic activity during the construction period as
mentioned during the workshop. She also questioned the Board’s
lack of questions during the workshop and how much vetting they do
of the companies before they go under contract with them.

8.

Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Bills
b. Approval of Minutes (September 8, 2026 and October 6, 2026)
Supervisor Hamlet questioned Planning/Zoning
Administrator, Stephany Johnson, about the Substantial Accord
findings being made in writing during the September 8, 2026

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meeting. Mrs. Johnson clarified that that had occurred with
Planning Commission during their meeting on August 31, 2026
and those minutes are included in the October 13, 2026 Board
Packet (page 154) for his reference. Supervisor Hamlet reviewed
that resolution and made a motion to overrule the Planning
Commission’s findings and proceed with the process to amend the
Comprehensive Plan. There was no second to his motion so the
motion failed.
On a motion by Supervisor Stimpson, seconded by
Supervisor Saunders and carried by the following vote, the Board
approved the consent agenda as presented:
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– aye

9.

State and Local Departments/Agencies

a.

Cumberland County Public Schools

Superintendent, Missy Shores, provided the Board with the
following monthly update:
School Performance and Student Success
As we review our School Performance and Support Framework
(SPSF) results for Cumberland Elementary School, Cumberland
Middle School, and Cumberland High School, we are reminded that
student achievement is a shared responsibility. Each school serves
students at a different stage of their educational journey, but our
collective goal remains the same: to ensure that every student
receives the instruction, support, and opportunities necessary to
grow and succeed.
Cumberland Elementary School showed tremendous progress.
Even with the growth, We went from on track to Distinguished
(top 3 in overall SPSF gains), our focus remains on early literacy,
foundational mathematics, student engagement, and identifying

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individual student needs as early as possible. The work taking
place at the elementary level is essential to ensuring that students
are prepared for the increasing academic demands they will
encounter in the years ahead.
Cumberland Middle School crushed it last year. Last year the
middle school just avoided being a federally identified school and
this year missed by less than 1.5 points, being distinguished. CMS
was top 3 in total framework points, top 3 in overall gains, reading
growth, math growth, math mastery and science mastery. While
we are pleased with these results, we will not stop pushing to
continue to get better.
Cumberland High School remained distinguished and continues to
focus on ensuring students are leaving prepared for what lies
beyond high school. Our high school was ranked 2nd in the region
in on time graduation. This year we are placing a strong focus on
career readiness by upping our efforts to find internships for our
students as well as expanding our school-based enterprise.
While each school has its own areas of strength and opportunities
for improvement, we approach these results as one division. Our
administrators and instructional leaders work collaboratively to
review data, identify needs, share effective practices, and develop
strategies that benefit students across all grade levels.
One of Cumberland County Public Schools' greatest strengths is the
ability of our administrative team to work together toward a
common purpose. We may not always agree on every decision or
approach, and healthy professional disagreement is a natural part
of effective leadership. However, those conversations happen
where they belong—behind closed doors, among the professionals
responsible for working through challenges and finding solutions.
Once decisions are made, we move forward together. We do not
allow individual disagreements to become distractions for our
staff, families, students, or community stakeholders. Our
responsibility is to provide consistent leadership, maintain
confidence in our schools, and keep students at the center of our

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decisions. That unity of purpose has contributed to the progress
we have made and will continue to be essential to our future
success. This is a characteristic that successful organizations
strive for.
Celebrating Our Schools and Community
Our schools have been active in creating meaningful experiences
that connect students, staff, families, and the broader Cumberland
community.
Our annual September 11 remembrance ceremony provided an
opportunity to honor those who lost their lives, recognize the
courage and sacrifice of first responders and military personnel,
and remind our students of the importance of service, unity, and
citizenship. These moments help ensure that our students
understand the significance of our shared history and the
responsibilities that come with being members of a community.
At Cumberland Elementary School, the Color Run brought energy,
excitement, and school spirit to an event centered on student
participation and community involvement. Activities such as this
strengthen relationships among students, staff, and families while
creating positive memories associated with school.
Our Walk for Education highlighted the importance of education
as a community-wide commitment. When families, educators,
community members, and local leaders come together in support
of our students, we reinforce the message that their success
matters to all of us.
We also appreciate the continued support of those who
participated in and contributed to our Foundation Golf
Tournament. The Foundation plays an important role in bringing
additional resources and opportunities to our schools. Events
such as this demonstrate what can be accomplished when
community members invest their time, energy, and resources in
public education.
These activities are more than individual events. They reflect the

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strong community spirit that makes Cumberland County special.
We are grateful for our local organizations, businesses,
volunteers, families, and community leaders who consistently
demonstrate a willingness to support our students and schools.
Combined, the Walk for Education and the Foundation Golf
Tournament raised close to $30,000 for student scholarships and
grants for teacher classroom projects.
Looking Ahead: Spring Festival
We are excited to announce that Cumberland County Public
Schools is collaborating with the Cumberland County 4-H
Department to host a Spring Festival on April 10.
This collaborative event will provide an opportunity to bring our
community together while highlighting student participation,
educational opportunities, local resources, and the many
organizations that contribute to the quality of life in Cumberland
County.
Our partnership with 4-H is a strong example of how schools and
community organizations can work together to create meaningful
opportunities for young people. By combining our resources and
strengths, we can offer experiences that extend beyond the
classroom and help students develop interests, skills,
relationships, and a stronger connection to their community.
We look forward to sharing more information as plans develop
and hope that the community will join us in providing
opportunities for showcasing local talent and those who would
like may also reach out to be vendors at the event.
Budget Planning and Fiscal Responsibility
As we begin planning for the upcoming budget cycle, we want to
be intentional about our communication and collaboration with
the Board of Supervisors.
This year, we would like to schedule two budget work sessions
with the Board of Supervisors. Our goal is to provide adequate
time to review the school division's financial needs, discuss

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priorities, examine available resources, and address questions
before the formal budget process advances too far.
A work session should not just be a presentation of our ask fors,
but a look at the process of school finance, which is very different
from business or county finance, but also a collaboration of both
parties to ensure we are focused on the right things and fulfilling
the expectations of our stakeholders.
Thank you for your continued support of Cumberland County
Public Schools and for your willingness to engage in conversations
that will help us plan thoughtfully for the future. We look forward
to continuing our work together on behalf of the students,
families, and citizens of Cumberland County.
b.

Cumberland Fire & EMS

c.

Coordinator Of Emergency Services, Darren Hurley,
provided the Board with the following update:
 January-September 2026 Fire and EMS Statistics
 Grants Updates
 VA Department of Fire Training Events
o Firefighter 1 Course
o Rural Water Supply Course
o Apparatus EVOC Course
o Vehicle Extrication Course
 STARS equipment installation
 9/11 Remembrance Event at Cumberland Public
Schools
 Rural Water Supply Training Day
 Cartersville VFD Helipad Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
 VSP Med-Flight 1 Safety Class
 Hidden Valley Child Rescue
 Black Diamond Search & Rescue Recognition
VDOT
Assistant Residency Administrator, Brian Lokker, provided the
Board with the following monthly report:

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 Construction Project Update
UPC 127078 – PM3C26 – Plant Mix (No ST or Latex)
NTP – 8‐17‐26; Fixed Completion 11‐20‐26
Rt 45
Salem Church Rd to Bee Dr –2.9 mi
Farmville Town Line to Jamestown Rd – 2.2 mi
Oak Forest Rd to Pipjunge Rd – 1.4 mi
Jennings Rd to Columbia Rd – 2.0 mi
Rt 600
S. Airport Rd to Bear Branch Rd – 3.4 mi
 Miscellaneous Items
o General Maintenance
o Planning Coordination
o Rt 45 Speed Study
d.
e.

Peter Francisco Soil & Water Conservation District
Finance Director’s Report
i.

Monthly budget Report:
There was no discussion regarding this item.
ii.

Request to Appropriate Funds for CuCPS

On a motion by Supervisor Stimpson, seconded by Supervisor
Hamlet and carried by the following vote, the Board approved the
appropriation request in the amount of $639,019.82 as presented:
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye
iii.

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– aye

Refund on Overpayment of Taxes

On a motion by Supervisor Saunders, seconded by Supervisor
Stimpson and carried by the following vote, the Board authorized
the Treasurer to issue the tax refund in the amount of $4,897.15
ot USCOC of Virginia due to the abatement of the Public Service Tx
by the Commissioner of the Revenue:

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Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye
iv.

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– aye

Opioid Settlement Funds Appropriation for Drug Recovery
Court Expenditures

On a motion by Supervisor Stimpson, seconded by Supervisor
Hamlet and carried by the following vote, the Board approved the
appropriation request of $51,229.06 for the County’s share of the
FY ’25 and FY ’26 costs associated with the Recovery Court. The
Board also approved the use of funds received from the Opioid
Abatement Authority (OAA) to cover the costs associated with the
Recovery Court:
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye
f.

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– aye

Planning and Zoning Report
i. Planning Project Updates
There was no discussion regarding this item.

g.

County Attorney’s Report

10.

Old Business
a. Green Ridge Recycling and Disposal Facility
William Shewmake and Jay Zook provided an update on the
status of the lawsuit and permits related to the project.

11.

New Business
a. Award to Consultant for the Small Area Plan

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On a motion by Supervisor Stimpson, seconded by
Supervisor Hamlet and carried by the following vote, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to enter into a contract with
Berkley Group for the Courthouse Village Small Area Plan. The
contract price will be $52,486 with $46,250 to be funded through
two individual grants :
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– aye

b. General Reassessment Contract
On a motion by Supervisor Saunders, seconded by
Supervisor Tyree and carried by the following vote, the Board
approved the contract with Vision Government Solutions to begin
the general reassessment process. The project is proposed to
begin in November 2026:
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – nay
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– aye

c. Operational Agreement for Cooperative Partnerships for Opioid
Abatement Authority Awards
On a motion by Supervisor Stimpson, seconded by
Supervisor Saunders and carried by the following vote, the Board
approved the Operational Agreement for Cooperative
Partnerships for Opioid Abatement Authority Awards, authorized
the County Administrator to execute the agreement on behalf of
Cumberland County and approved the appropriation of $10,500
from the County’s available opioid abatement funds for FY 2027:
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– aye

d. Appointment of Temporary Vice Chairman for Dominion

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Energy project
Supervisor Saunders nominated Supervisor Stimpson
On a motion by Supervisor Saunders, seconded by
Supervisor Tyree and carried by the following vote, the Board
appointed Supervisor Paul Stimpson as Temporary Vice Chairman
in relation to all Dominion Energy discussions and action items:
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– abstain

12.

Public Hearings

13.

Additional Information

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)

g)
h)

Treasurer’s Report
DMV Report
Monthly Business License Report
Monthly Building Inspections Report
Commonwealth Regional Council Report
Approved Planning Commission meeting minutes – January 8,
2026, January 12, 2026, March 23, 2026, April 20, 2026, May 18,
2026, June 15, 2026, July 20, 2026, July 29, 2026, July 31, 2026,
August 10, 2026, August 24, 2026, August 26, 2026, August 31,
2026
Approved EDA meeting minutes – May 19, 2026
Approved BZA minutes – N/A

14.

Public Comments
Cathy Brooks questioned the Dominion project and
although it will bring money into the county, but at what cost?
Beth Newton provided her statement in writing. A copy has
been added to the official Board file.
Betty Myers thanked Supervisor Hamlet for his attempt to

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amend the Comprehensive Plan and provided her opinion in
relation.
April Morris thanked Darren for his continued support and
requested more volunteers to help. She also mentioned the
Cartersville VFD Trunk or Treat on October 31, 2026 5-8 pm.
Norma Patteson requested the Board consider Crowder
Road being added to the next SSYP with VDOT.
Becky Patteson also requested Crowder Road be moved up
on the priority list.
Don Pennick addressed how Crowder Road has been
affecting his wife’s mental health.
Thomas Schwartz announced his facility is now expected to
be open on November 1 officially. He also mentioned that a
patient informed him of the Amish community being concerned
with the speed limit on Route 45. He also mentioned that he will
be putting Board members to the test in regard to the cost
effectiveness of his facility.
Charlene Hodges mentioned her concern that the Board
would consider bringing the Dominion project to Cumberland.
Ann Carol Sanderson asked the Board to consider
postponing the Public Hearing until after answers to questions
have been addressed.
Chery Johnston addressed her concerns relating to
Dominion and requested a deferral. She brought up petitions to
the project and recommended an amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan.
Luke Fleischman addressed his concerns relating the water.
Hannah Bauman-Jones addressed her concern regarding the
health impact of residents and stated that she wants to preserve

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the small town feel.
Robert Charles discussed his concern regarding the
Dominion project.
Dwight Baker provided his feedback regarding the
Dominion project.
Kevin Hardy requested the Board be accountable
Gina Martin addressed her concern regarding Green Ridge
not being addressed in the Comp Plan. She mentioned an
upcoming fundraiser and potential grant for Animal Control. She
addressed water being a big issued and her belief in Data Centers
draining all the water. A lot of questions still not answered.
15.

Chairman and Board Member Comments
Supervisor Hamlet thanked all in attendance and addressed
that the decision on Dominion would not be an easy one. He also
thanked the Cartersville Volunteer Fire Department for allowing
him to host his town hall.
Supervisor Stimpson thanked everyone for coming and
stated that he does not like to talk but he definitely listens.
Supervisor Tyree addressed that Board members hear the
people and recommended they postpone the Public Hearing. This
opened the floor for a lot of discussion.
County Attorney, Kemper Beasley, suggested adjourning
and scheduling a Special Called meeting to postpone Public
Hearing. This is due to the fact that this consideration was not on
the agenda as adopted so the Board would not be able to take
action during this meeting.

16.

Adjourn –
On a motion by Supervisor Stimpson and seconded by Supervisor

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Tyree, the Board adjourned.
_______________________________________
Eurika Tyree, Vice Chairman
___________________________________________
Summer Medina, County Administrator

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At a Special Called Meeting of the Cumberland County Board of
Supervisors scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on the 20th day of October 2026 at the
Cumberland County Middle/High School Cafetorium, Cumberland, Virginia:
Present:

Also Present:

Bryan Hamlet, District 1
Eurika Tyree, District 3, Vice Chairman
Paul Stimpson, District 4
Robert Saunders, Jr., District 5
Summer Medina, County Administrator
Jennifer Crews, Assistant County Administrator
Tiana Branch, Deputy Clerk
Stephany Johnson, Planning/Zoning Administrator
Melanie Whitlock, Planning Technician
Kemper Beasley, County Attorney
Scott Foster, Attorney, Gentry Locke Attorneys
Rafiraza Jaffary, Dominion Energy

Absent:

John Newman, District 2, Chairman

1.

Call to Order
The Vice Chairman called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

2.

Roll Call of Members
Tiana Branch, Deputy Clerk, called the roll.

3.

Invocation
The Invocation was led by the Supervisor Hamlet.

4.

Welcome and Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the Vice Chairman.

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5.

Approval of Agenda
On a motion by Supervisor Saunders, seconded by Supervisor
Stimpson and carried by the following vote, the Board approved the
agenda as presented.

Vote:

6.

Mr. Hamlet – aye
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson– aye

Public Hearing
Planning and Zoning Administrator, Stephany Johnson, presented
the Board with an overview.
Rafiraza Jaffary, Dominion Enegry, provided an additional
overview.
The following Cumberland County citizens signed up to speak:
Hubert Allen
James Swart
Michael Reid
Stephanie Osl
James Wills
Stephanie Burchard
Christy Armitage
William Flippen
Mike Boggs
Jared Rottmund
Jerry Dunford
Cheryl Johnston
Gabriel Rod
Melvin King
Luke Fleischman
Cynthia Connock
Cathy Brooks
Chant Connock
Katie Hoffman
Randy Harrison
John Seal
Ida Puryear
Joel Trayer
Betty Myers
Russ Navratil
Dolph Davis
Darren Hurley
Ben Pfeiffer
Glenn Mozingo
Missy Shores
William Raymond
Ambus Bailey

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Vice Chairman Tyree called a five minute recess.
The following residents of outside counties signed up to speak:
Lakshmi Ford
Kristin Reed
John Martin
Steve Haring

David Haring
William Davies
Stephanie Cimillo
Morgan Butler

Supporters cited new tax revenue, possible relief for property
owners, higher-paying jobs, funding for public services, and positive
experiences with other Dominion facilities. Cumberland County
Coordinator of Emergency Services Darren Hurley described significant
Fire and EMS equipment needs and supported the project’s possible
long-term contribution to emergency services.
Opposers raised questions about water supply and water rights,
operational noise, air quality, the James River, construction traffic,
property values, rural character, projected financial benefits, public
engagement, comprehensive-plan consistency, and whether
independent financial and environmental review was sufficient. Several
requested a delay or comprehensive-plan amendment before a decision.
With no other citizens signed up to speak, the Chairman closed
the Public Hearing.
Board members discussed projected public revenues, community
impacts, the proposed water supply from the Cobbs Creek Reservoir,
and the status of the county's water agreement with Henrico County.
Discussion also considered waterline routing and the possibility of
future eminent domain proceedings. Legal counsel explained that any
county use of eminent domain for a waterline would require a separate
legislative action and was not authorized by approval of this conditional
use permit.
Supervisor Hamlet made a motion to defer action until no later
than November 24, 2026, to obtain additional financial analysis, a fully
executed water agreement, etc.. The substitute motion received no
second and did not pass.
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On a motion by Supervisor Stimpson, seconded by Supervisor
Saunders, and carried by the following vote, the Board approved the
CUP 26-03 Cumberland Energy Center subject to the staffrecommended conditions last revised October 16, 2026:
Vote:

Mr. Hamlet – nay
Mrs. Tyree – aye
Mr. Saunders – aye

Mr. Newman – absent
Mr. Stimpson – aye

After the hearing, the Board adjourned their meeting until the next
regular monthly meeting to be held on November 10, 2026 in the Cumberland
County Circuit Court Room located at 17 Courthouse Circle, Cumberland,
Virginia.
_________________________________________
Eurika Tyree, Vice Chairman
__________________________________________
Summer Medina, County Administrator

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DATE:

November 10, 2026

TO:

Cumberland County Board of Supervisors

FROM:

Jennifer Crews, Assistant County Administrator for
Finance and Administration

RE:

Monthly Budget Reports for October 2026

Summary of Information
The year-to-date budget reports for revenues and expenditures are presented on the following
pages.
Board Action Requested
No Board action requested, for information only.

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DATE:

October 30, 2026

TO:

Cumberland County Board of Supervisors
Summer Medina, County Administrator

FROM:

Jennifer Crews, Assistant County Administrator of
Finance & Administration

RE:

Cumberland County Public Schools – Appropriation
Request

Background
Cumberland County Public Schools has requested the board appropriate grant funds awarded to
the school system totaling $54,125.00 from the GEAR UP Longwood Grant.
Recommendation
Dr. Hoyt noted that the grant does not require any additional local funding. It is my
recommendation that the Board approves the appropriation totaling $54,125.00 for the School’s
Fund.

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DATE:

November 10, 2026

TO:

Cumberland County Board of Supervisors
Mrs. Summer Medina, County Administrator

FROM:

Stephany S. Johnson, CZA, CPC
Planning Director | Zoning Administrator

RE:

REZ 26-01-01 Johnston – R-3 to R-2 – Request to set
public hearing

Information
Mr. Dover Johnston is the owner of a 9.6-acre tract of land that fronts on SR 45N, Cartersville
Road, and SR 602, Ampthill Road. Mr. Johnston intends to create a family subdivision of 2
acres for his granddaughter. However, with the minimum lot size in the R-3 Zoning District
being 5 acres, he is unable to create a 2-acre tract of land according to the current zoning
Ordinance. Therefore, he had requested that his 9.6-acre tract of land be rezoned from R-3,
Residential to A-2, Agricultural. However, before the Planning Commission public hearing, staff
had discussions with Commissioners and the applicant, where staff recommended, and Mr.
Johnston agreed to request that this parcel be rezoned to R-2, Residential. The R-2, Residential
zoning district will still allow Mr. Johnston to meet his goal of providing land for his family, and
will be more in line with the existing land use in the area. Staff and the Planning Commission
plan to have future discussions regarding the R-3 Zoning District and the Cartersville Village
District as noted in the 2023 Comprehensive Plan.
The R-3 Zoning District was created on August 2, 1991, and the minimum lot size in the R-3
Zoning District was changed from 2 acres to 5 acres in 2004.

Request
Staff respectfully requests that the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors set Rezoning
request REZ 26-01 Johnston R-3 to R-2 for a public hearing at their December 8, 2026, regular
meeting.

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DATE:

November 10, 2026

TO:

Cumberland County Board of Supervisors
Mrs. Summer Medina, County Administrator

FROM:

Stephany S. Johnson, CZA, CPC
Planning Director | Zoning Administrator

RE:

REZ 26-02 Layman – B-2 to A-2 – Request to set public
hearing

Information
Mr. Daniel Layman purchased two tracts of land in 2024; TM# 104-A-13 and 104-A-14, which
total just under 10 acres. When beginning the process to build a house on the land, he advised he
was unaware the properties were zoned B-2, Business.
Mr. Layman is requesting a Rezoning of both tracts of land from B-2, Business to A-2,
Agricultural.
This area of Cumberland Road, South of Airport Road, was rezoned B-2 from A-2 in 1994.

Request
Staff respectfully requests that the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors set Rezoning
request REZ 26-02 Layman for a public hearing at their December 8, 2026, regular meeting.

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DATE:

November 10, 2026

TO:

Cumberland County Board of Supervisors
Mrs. Summer Medina, County Administrator

FROM:

Stephany S. Johnson, CZA
Planning Director/Zoning Administrator

RE:

Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) reappointment

The term for Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) member Hubert Allen is set to expire on
December 31, 2026. Staff has spoken with Mr. Allen, who would like to continue to serve and
wishes to be reappointed.
Members of the BZA are appointed by the Circuit Court upon the recommendation of the Board
of Supervisors. BZA members do not represent specific districts and serve 5-year terms. Mr.
Allen’s appointment was to serve an unexpired term. If appointed, this will be his first full five
(5) year term.
Staff recommends the Board submit a recommendation to the Circuit Court for Mr. Allen’s
reappointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a 5-year term.

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A RESOLUTION OF THE CUMBERLAND COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS APPROVING
OF THE COUNTY’S PARTICIPATION IN THE PROPOSED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
RESOLVING OPIOID‐RELATED CLAIMS AGAINST ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC. AND
DIRECTING THE COUNTY ATTORNEY AND/OR THE COUNTY’S ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE
THE DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE COUNTY’S PARTICIPATION IN THE
SETTLEMENT

November 10, 2026
WHEREAS, the opioid epidemic that has cost thousands of human lives across the country
also impacts Cumberland County by adversely impacting the delivery of emergency medical, law
enforcement, criminal justice, mental health and substance abuse services, and other services by
Cumberland County’s various departments and agencies; and
WHEREAS, Cumberland County has been required and will continue to be required to
allocate substantial taxpayer dollars, resources, staff energy and time to address the damage the
opioid epidemic has caused and continues to cause the citizens of Cumberland County; and
WHEREAS, a settlement proposal has been negotiated that will cause Albertsons
Companies, Inc. and its direct or indirect parents, subsidiaries, divisions, affiliates, and joint
ventures (hereinafter, “Albertsons”) to pay approximately $749,450,928 nationwide to resolve
opioid-related claims by state subdivisions against it; and
WHEREAS, Cumberland County will be entitled to a portion of the settlement proceeds; and
WHEREAS, the County seeks recovery of the public funds previously expended and to be
expended in the future to abate the consequences and harms of the opioid epidemic; and
WHEREAS, the County’s outside opioid litigation counsel has recommended that the County
participate in the Albertsons settlement in order to recover its share of the funds that the
settlement would provide; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Cumberland County Board of Supervisors,
this 10th day of November, 2026, approves of the County’s participation in the proposed settlement
of opioid-related claims against Albertsons, and directs the County Attorney and/or the County
Administrator to execute the documents necessary to effectuate the County’s participation in the
settlement, including the required release of claims against Albertsons.

Adopted the 10th day of November 2026.
_____________________________________________
John Newman, Chairman
Cumberland County Board of Supervisors
______________________________________________
Summer Medina
County Administrator

John Newman
District 2

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District 3

District 5

DATE:

November 4, 2026

TO:

Cumberland County Board of Supervisors

FROM:

Summer Medina, County Administrator

RE:

Piedmont Senior Resources Remote Area Medical
(RAM) Clinic Funding Request

Background
Piedmont Senior Resources (PSR) has submitted a funding request to support the upcoming
Remote Area Medical (RAM) Clinic scheduled for March 20–21, 2027, at Prince Edward
County Middle School in Farmville, Virginia.
The RAM Clinic provides free medical, dental, and vision services to individuals regardless of
age, income, or insurance status. Services include medical examinations, dental cleanings,
fillings, extractions, eye examinations, and prescription glasses. The clinic operates on a firstcome, first-served basis and is supported through volunteers, donations, and contributions from
local governments and businesses.
The previous RAM Clinic was held in Cumberland County and provided significant services to
local residents. According to data provided by PSR, Cumberland County residents received 163
pairs of glasses, 154 dental extractions, 68 dental fillings, 86 dental cleanings, and 123 medical
examinations during the event.
PSR has requested a contribution of $1,000 from Cumberland County to support the 2027 clinic.
The County's contribution would assist in providing access to essential healthcare services for
Cumberland County residents and others throughout the region who may otherwise face financial
barriers to receiving care.
Recommendation
It is my recommendation that the Board of Supervisors approve the $1,000 funding request from
Piedmont Senior Resources to support the March 2027 Remote Area Medical Clinic.

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41

42

43

44

45

46

47

48

49

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
$4,433.10
$1,678.31
$1,336.73

46
25
52

17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30

$3,609.59
$2,025.00

$800.23
$851.91
$1,237.78
$2,110.08
$2,944.51

$2,944.51
$6,988.97
$2,852.32
$66,094.77

33
25
23
38

45
78
86
858

Total $

32
49

# Transactions

Prepared by Commissioner of Revenue's Office

12
13
10

16
15
13
8

16
12
23
12

$2,027.96
$3,125.46
$5,525.30
$6,510.88

$7,678.14
$3,309.14
$1,946.28
$2,158.57

# Helped

Total $

60
41
35
55

39
34
45
56

# Transactions

September 2026

Transactions for DMV Select

287

22
15
32

18
6
6
16
13

13
12

# Helped

50

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
$6,260.91
$3,949.26

$1,889.79
$2,491.41
$1,520.09
$1,791.98
$2,797.51

$4,171.28
$1,760.27
$2,582.56
$4,666.63

41
40
32
33
38

49
46
37
44

Total $

64
77

# Transactions

17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
$2,946.66
$1,894.65
$3,602.58
$6,343.13
$2,442.15

$4,251.09
$2,402.36
$8,466.04
$2,422.36
$10,436.86
$79,089.57

69
42
46
39
107
979

Total $

47
41
31
60
60

# Transactions

Prepared by Commissioner of Revenue's Office

# Helped

October 2026

Transactions for DMV Select

187

# Helped

Cumberland County
Building Inspections Department

October
2026
Monthly Report

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Building Inspection Monthly Report
October

October 2026

YTD 2026

Singlewides
Doublewides
Modular
New Homes
Ag & Exempt
Garages & Carports
Additions & Remodels
Misc
Commercial

1
2
0
6
0
0
1
81
3

6
10
2
64
1
38
25
609
30

Totals from Above
Totals from Database

94
94

785
785

Total Fees Collected
E-911 Fees Collected
Total Estimated Value
Admin. Fees

$
$
$
$

CO's Issued

11,298.82
250.00
1,791,217.34
50.00
14

52

$
$
$
$

117,338.34
1,925.00
23,128,887.47
1,363.68
75

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Business Type
General Contracting
Auto Repair Services
Repair Services
Medical Sales & Distribution

Business Name

ELA Contracting, LLC
Taylor, Domonique
mercial Door & Glass Repair
Surgeonology

October
Address
231 Mottley Mill Rd
1515 Cartersville Rd
37 Jenkins Ridge Rd
151 Horsepen Rd

2026 New Business License

Commonwealth Regional Council

Quarterly Items of Interest
RegionalProgress&Partnership

OCTOBER 2026

| JULY-SEPTEMBER 2026 | FY2027 Q1

At-a-Glance Quarterly Metrics

$336,574.32

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6

24

reported awarded*

Grant applications
reported submitted*

events hosted / co-hosted**

Training,webinar &
conference events attended

The reported applications requested approximately $9.83 million in funding.*

Regional Engagement & Training
Workshops & Outreach Hosted or Co-hosted
NFIP Essentials Workshop

Finding Funding for the Future

July 27 | CRC office

August 12 | Hampden-Sydney College

Localityrepresentatives received training on National
Flood Insurance Program participation and floodplain
management,withcompletioncertificates issued.

Localgovernmentsand community organizations
connected with funding partners to explore resources
andstrengthen futureprojectapplications.

WaterWiseatCutFlower Field Day

Water Wise Library Workshop Series

September 25 | Randolph

September 26 & October 2-3 | CVRL branches

Hands-on rainbarrel education demonstrated how
capturing rainwater can conserve water and reduce
stormwater runoff.

CRC partnered with Central Virginia Regional Library for
three rain barrel workshops in Prince Edward,
Cumberland and Buckingham, teaching residents to
capture and reuse rainwater.

Trainings & Conferences Attended
•Virginia Main Street Fall Rev Up

•SERDI Annual Economic Outlook

•VDOT Local Programs Workshop

•Floodplain management and Water Quality Trainings

•Virginia Water Monitoring Council Conference

•VA Housing’s Historic Tax Credits 101
•Public finance, cybersecurity & AI

Project Spotlight
Economic Development

Environmental & Resiliency

BOOMS engagement in Keysville and Kenbridge
advanced community-led downtown planning. In Crewe,
CRC progressed implementation steps for façade
improvements to 15 commercial buildings.

CRC selected A. Morton Thomas and Associates for the
Regional Resiliency Plan and began data collection and
stakeholder coordination. Demolition of flood-prone
buildings began in Drakes Branch.

Housing

Infrastructure & Transportation

A July groundbreaking in Cumberland advanced CRC’s
Affordable Workforce Housing Development Program.
The Regional Housing Study advanced county profiles,
zoning reviews, stakeholder summaries and market
analysis.

CRC continued Chowan River 1 water supply planning
and VATI broadband coordination. Transportation work
included highway safety planning, GIS support and
adoption of the updated Title VI Implementation Plan.

* Grant figures reflect activity reported in July-September board packets; transaction dates may differ. Pre-applications are excluded.
** Includes the three-library workshop series, completed in early October.
The Commonwealth Regional Council ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons
54 with disabilities or limited English proficiency, EOE, contact the CRC's Title
VI Coordinator, Matt Swartout at (434) 392-6104 or [email protected].