Weekly recap

The week of September 14

September 14–20 · Compiled later from the records

The Board of Zoning Appeals holds a public hearing on October 6 at 7:00 PM on a garage at 273 Oak Lane and a dwelling on Galway Bay Lane.¹ The Board of Supervisors approved $161,684.00 for a new school bus and a deposit of $41,998.96 for the NES playground.^2,3 The Board also approved $11,328.00 for the Old Courthouse HVAC unit at its August 13 meeting; those minutes were posted September 17.⁴

Summarized from the county’s records, September 26.

Where each sentence comes from

“Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing, Tuesday, October 6 at 7:00 PM” … “construct a garage (273 Oak Lane); Gihan & Buddini Martin: construct a dwelling (Galway Bay Lane)”Public hearing coming up · Board of Zoning Appeals
“in the amount of $161,684.00 for the new school bus purchase”Board of Supervisors · meeting of August 24 · minutes posted September 17
“authorize staff to move forward with the deposit for the NES playground in the amount of $41,998.96”Board of Supervisors · meeting of August 24 · minutes posted September 17
“the quote from Comfort Consultants for the Old Courthouse HVAC unit in the amount of $11,328.00”Board of Supervisors · meeting of August 13 · minutes posted September 17

Written automatically from the county’s records. Each sentence has to quote the record it comes from, word for word, or it’s left out. The records have the final say.

Where you can weigh in

Tue6Oct

Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing

7:00 PM

Michael T. Roth: construct a garage (273 Oak Lane)
Gihan & Buddini Martin: construct a dwelling (Galway Bay Lane)

How to take part

Written comments are due before the meeting on October 6.

Email a comment

Email: pmarston@co.northumberland.va.us
Mail: to the Building and Zoning office, to arrive before October 6.

The notice says

All written comments should be received by the Building and Zoning office prior to the meeting. Comments must be mailed, faxed to (804) 580-8082 or e-mailed to pmarston@co.northumberland.va.us . Interested members of the public will be able to participate in the meeting physically and through electronic means (telephonic).

Notice

Every meeting coming up →

Decided, and posted this week

Board of Zoning Appeals, meeting of June 2

Minutes posted September 15 · Minutes, Jun 2

Dorothy W. Tate: allow an existing structure (310 Bridge Creek Circle)
Approved
The minutes’ words
“After reviewing the request and the survey and having received no objections, Chairman Crabbe made a motion to approve the survey. Daniel Wiggins seconded the motion. The Board voted 4 to 0 to approve.” (minutes, Jun 2)

Wetlands Board, meeting of August 11

Minutes posted September 15 · Minutes, Aug 11

All 7:Approved

Scott B. Johnson: install 170 linear feet of bulkhead channelward of an existing bulkhead (Little Wicomico River)
The minutes’ words
“After the Board reviewed the revised drawing, Albert Fisher made a motion to approve the project for three years as shown on revised drawings dated August 6, 2026. George Rew seconded the motion and the Board unanimously approved.” (minutes, Aug 11)
Coan Hall Farm, LLC: install 104 linear feet of riprap revetment with a 16’ riprap spur and install 438 linear feet of riprap sill (Coan River)
The minutes’ words
“After reviewing the project and there being no objections, Albert Fisher made a motion to approve the application as submitted for three years. Robert Vanlandingham seconded the motion and the Board unanimously approved.” (minutes, Aug 11)
David C. Harrison: remove a damaged timber groin and construct a replacement low-profile timber groin 48 feet from MHW (Judith Sound)
The minutes’ words
“After reviewing the project, Albert Fisher made a motion to approve the request for three years. George Rew seconded the motion and the Board unanimously approved.” (minutes, Aug 11)
Walter H., IV and Jacquelyn N. Jones: construct 65 linear feet of riprap revetment channelward of an existing deteriorated timber bulkhead (Bridge Creek)
The minutes’ words
“After reviewing the project and there being no objections, Robert Vanlandingham made a motion to approve the application as submitted for three years. George Rew seconded the motion and the Board unanimously approved.” (minutes, Aug 11)
Gary and Laura Lewis: install 289 linear feet of riprap revetment (Glebe Creek)
The minutes’ words
“After reviewing the project and there being no objections, Robert Vanlandingham made a motion to approve the application as submitted for three years. Albert Fisher seconded the motion and the Board unanimously approved.” (minutes, Aug 11)
Eileen Tullner: repair 225 linear feet of existing riprap revetment and install 25 linear feet of riprap revetment (Prentice Creek)
The minutes’ words
“After reviewing the project and there being no objections, Robert Vanlandingham made a motion to approve the application as submitted for three years. George Rew seconded the motion and the Board unanimously approved.” (minutes, Aug 11)
Penelope Weinheimer: install 195 linear feet of riprap revetment (Hull Creek)
The minutes’ words
“After reviewing the project and there being no objections, Albert Fisher made a motion to approve the application as submitted for three years. George Rew seconded the motion and the Board unanimously approved.” (minutes, Aug 11)

Board of Supervisors, meeting of August 13

Minutes posted September 17 · Minutes, Aug 13 ·

Supplemental Appropriation - Sheriff's Department
Approved · $2,800.00 · Part of the fiscal year 2027 budget
“Motion to approve the Supplemental Appropriation from 10-1800-189917 to 3102- 5409 in the amount of $2,800.00 for the Sheriff's Department.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 6)
What’s a supplemental appropriation?
An amendment to this year's budget. Virginia law allows it this way:
“Any locality may amend its budget to adjust the aggregate amount to be appropriated during the current fiscal year as shown in the currently adopted budget as prescribed by § 15.2-2504.”
Code of Virginia § 15.2-2507, Chapter 25. Budgets, Audits and Reports
Old Courthouse HVAC Quotes
Approved · $11,328.00
“Motion to move forward with the quote from Comfort Consultants for the Old Courthouse HVAC unit in the amount of $11,328.00.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 8)
Middle Peninsula Northern Neck Behavioral Health - FY27 Performance Contract Amendments
Adopted
“Motion to adopt the resolution approving the FY26-27 Community Services performance contract as amended.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 2)
Resolution - Lampkintown Road Housing Rehabilitation Program Adoption and Appointment of Board
Approved
“Motion to approve the appointment of the board for the Lampkintown Road Housing Rehabilitation Program to oversee the implementation of the program and grant as presented.” “Motion to approve the Lampkintown Road Housing Rehabilitation Program design as it establishes the required local framework to implement the CDBG funded housing rehabilitation project in compliance with the DHCD requirements.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 6)
CIP/Budget Calendar
Approved
“Motion to approve the CIP/Budget Calendar for FY 28 - 32.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 9)
John Kost - Comprehensive Plan Citizen Survey
Approved
“Motion to approve the Comprehensive Plan Citizen Survey as presented to the Board.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 4)

10 more

Emergency Services Grant Request - VDEM Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program
Authorized
“Motion to authorize Emergency Services to apply for the VDEM Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 7)
Sheriff's Office Grant Acceptance Request - HEAT Equipment Grant
Authorized
“Motion to authorize the Sheriff's Department to move forward in accepting the HEAT Equipment Grant.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 6)
Callao Hometown Community Association Waiver of Permit Fees Request
Carried
“Motion to waive permit fees associated with the land use permitting for Callao Hometown Community Association as requested.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 9)
Emergency Services Grant Request - RSAF Fall Grant - VAOEMS
Authorized
“Motion to authorize Emergency Services to apply for the Fall RSAF 50-50 grant.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 7)
Approval of Check Register
Approved · $545,112.34
“Motion to approve the August check register in the amount of $545,112.34.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 10)
Action Taken from Closed Meeting, Salary Adjustment
Approved · $5,000.00
“Motion to approve a salary adjustment increase for employee number 10177 in the amount of $5,000.00 effective August 1, 2026.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 12)
What’s a closed meeting?
“‘Closed meeting’ means a meeting from which the public is excluded.”
Code of Virginia § 2.2-3701, Chapter 37. Virginia Freedom of Information Act
Resolution - Mrs. Gail Dungan, Chief Deputy Treasurer Retirement
Approved
“Motion to approve the resolution recognizing former Chief Deputy Treasurer Mrs. Gail Dungan as presented.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 1)
Re-appointment - Mr. Clarence Dameron, Anti-Litter Committee District III
Approved
“Motion to approve the re-appointment of Mr. Clarence Dameron, Anti Litter Committee District III.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 5)
Appointment - Planning Commission, District I
Approved
“Motion to approve the appointment of Mr. Mike Bryant as the District I Planning Commission member.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 5)
Resolution - Mr. Charles H. Williams, III Planning Commission Member, District V
Approved
“Motion to approve the resolution recognizing Mr. Charles H. Williams, III Planning Commission Member, District V as presented.” (minutes, Aug 13, p. 2)

Board of Supervisors, meeting of August 24

Minutes posted September 17 · Minutes, Aug 24 ·

Supplemental Appropriation - School Capital Improvement
Approved · $161,684.00 · Part of the fiscal year 2027 budget
“Motion to authorize staff to move forward with payment as soon as possible for the school bus.” “Motion to approve a transfer and a supplemental appropriation from 36-4100- 410030 (school CIP VIP account) to 10-9103-7030 in the amount of $161,684.00 for the new school bus purchase.” (minutes, Aug 24, p. 2)
What’s a supplemental appropriation?
An amendment to this year's budget. Virginia law allows it this way:
“Any locality may amend its budget to adjust the aggregate amount to be appropriated during the current fiscal year as shown in the currently adopted budget as prescribed by § 15.2-2504.”
Code of Virginia § 15.2-2507, Chapter 25. Budgets, Audits and Reports
NES Playground Update
Approved · Part of the fiscal year 2027 budget
“Motion to approve a transfer of funds from 30-1800-189911 (school refund account) to 36-4100-410030 (school CIP VIP account) in the amount of $78,258.44.” “Motion to approve a transfer with a supplemental appropriation of funds from 36- 4100-410030 (school CIP VIP account) to 10-9103-7030 in the amount of $41,998.96.” “Motion to authorize staff to move forward with the deposit for the NES playground in the amount of $41,998.96.” (minutes, Aug 24, p. 1)
What’s a supplemental appropriation?
An amendment to this year's budget. Virginia law allows it this way:
“Any locality may amend its budget to adjust the aggregate amount to be appropriated during the current fiscal year as shown in the currently adopted budget as prescribed by § 15.2-2504.”
Code of Virginia § 15.2-2507, Chapter 25. Budgets, Audits and Reports
Action Taken from Closed Meeting ,Cherry Bekaert Pre-auditing Services
Authorized
“Motion to authorize the County Administrator to further negotiate and sign the engagement contract of pre-auditing services with Cherry Bekaert through Fairfax County, Virginia Cooperative Procurement Contract for professional auditing services.” (minutes, Aug 24, p. 6)
What’s a closed meeting?
“‘Closed meeting’ means a meeting from which the public is excluded.”
Code of Virginia § 2.2-3701, Chapter 37. Virginia Freedom of Information Act
2026 Revenue Anticipation Note (RAN)
Authorized
“Motion to approve the resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of the tax and revenue anticipation note, series 2026 as presented.” (minutes, Aug 24, p. 2)
What’s a revenue anticipation note?
A short-term loan a county takes out against taxes it expects to collect. Virginia law allows it this way:
“Any locality may borrow money and issue its notes in anticipation of the collection of the taxes and revenues of the locality for the current year, but the principal amount of the notes may not exceed the anticipated revenues for such year.”
Code of Virginia § 15.2-2629, Chapter 26. Public Finance Act
Action Taken from Closed Meeting, Salary Adjustment Increase
Approved · $8,756.50
“Motion to approve a salary adjustment increase for employee number 10374 in the amount of $8,756.50 effective August 1, 2026.” (minutes, Aug 24, p. 5)
What’s a closed meeting?
“‘Closed meeting’ means a meeting from which the public is excluded.”
Code of Virginia § 2.2-3701, Chapter 37. Virginia Freedom of Information Act
Appointment - Anti-Litter Committee, Andy Hall, District V
Approved
“Motion to approve the appointment of Mr. Andy Hall to the Anti-Litter committee as the District V representative.” (minutes, Aug 24, p. 4)

Each quote opens the minutes where it’s written. Routine votes (approving the agenda and minutes, entering and leaving closed session, adjourning) aren’t listed.

Moved forward, and new

On the Planning Commission agenda

September 17 · 3 matters, 1 new

NewPrince E. Rich, Jr.: allow farming with animals (542 Doctors Point Road)
The county is reviewing its rules for cell towers
The county is reviewing its rules for businesses run from home

Board of Zoning Appeals hearing set for October 6

September 17 · 2 new requests · How to take part ↑

Michael T. Roth: construct a garage (273 Oak Lane)
Gihan & Buddini Martin: construct a dwelling (Galway Bay Lane)

Promised, and what happened

What the records say would happen, as of this week.

Zoning ordinance change: § 148-150 (Piers)
A second look promised by February 13, 2027 · Board of Supervisors, February 12Open
The words
“Motion to revisit the Northumberland County Zoning Ordinance, § 148-150 in one year to see of controls can be put in place by both the State and the County.” (Board of Supervisors minutes, Feb 12, p. 24)
The county is reviewing its rules for cell towers
Sent for review · Board of Supervisors, April 9Open, 23 weeks
The words
“Motion to send the Zoning Ordinance back to the Planning Commission for further discussion in relation to cell towers and monopoles to see what other counties have in place and bring that information back to the Board.” (Board of Supervisors minutes, Apr 9, p. 11)
The county is reviewing its rules for businesses run from home
Sent for review · Board of Supervisors, July 10Open, 10 weeks
The words
“Mr. McKenzie read the July 10, 2026 memo from the Board of Supervisors regarding home occupation businesses, asking the Commission to review current zoning regulations on Home Occupation Businesses to further clarify the use so as to not negatively impact the surrounding neighbors.” (Board of Supervisors minutes, Jul 10)

Earlier this year: 5 tabled decisions were taken up on the date set, 1 later.

What was coming, as of this week

Rebuilt from the records, since this week was compiled later.

Mon28Sep
Special Board of Supervisors Meeting
Wed30Sep
Special Board of Supervisors Meeting