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May 01, 2017
A regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, May 01,
2017 at 6:00 pm at the Russell County Government Center in Lebanon, Virginia.  A closed session was
held prior to the meeting at 5:00 pm.
The Clerk called the meeting to order.
Roll Call by the Clerk:
Present:
Tim Lovelace
Lou Wallace
Carl Rhea
David Eaton
Steve Breeding
Rebecca Dye
Mark Mitchell
Lonzo Lester, Clerk
Absent:  None
APPROVAL TO AMEND THE AGENDA
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
amend the agenda.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
CLOSED SESSION
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors
enter into closed session pursuant to Virginia code 2.2-3711 for discussion concerning a prospective
business or industry, land acquisition and actual or probable litigation.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
May 01, 2017
Arregular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, May 01,
2017 at 6:00 pm at the Russell County Government Center in Lebanon, Virginia. A closed session was
held prior to the meeting at 5:00 pm.
The Clerk called the me
gto order.
Roll Call by the Clerk:
Present:
Tim Lovelace
Lou Wallace
Carl Rhea
David Eaton
Steve Breeding
Rebecca Dye
Mark Mitchell
Lonzo Lester, Clerk
Absent: None
APPROVAL TO AMEND THE AGENDA
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
amend the agenda.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Matk Mitchell, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
‘APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
CLOSED SESSION
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors
enter into closed session pursuant to Virginia code 2.2-3711 for discussion concerning a prospective
business or industry, land acquisition and actual or probable litigation.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breedit
and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
return to regular session.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
CERTIFICATION OF CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to § 2.2-3712(D) of the Code of Virginia 1950, as amended each member of the Board of
Supervisors upon the Roll Call certifies that to the best of their knowledge (i) only public business
matters lawfully exempted from the open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of
Information  Act and (ii) only such public business matters that were identified in the motion(s) by which
the closed meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered in the meeting by the Board of
Supervisors.
Any member of the Board of Supervisors who believes that there was a departure from the
requirements of clauses (i) and (ii) above shall so state prior to the vote, indicating the substance of the
departure that, in his or her judgment, has taken place.
Are there any who believe a departure has taken place?  Seeing none, if you agree that the matters heard,
discussed or considered during the closed meeting were pursuant only to the motion(s) by which the
closed meeting was convened, please signify by saying aye or yes.
Tim Lovelace – AYE
Lou Wallace – AYE
Carl Rhea – AYE
David Eaton – AYE
Rebecca Dye - AYE
Steve Breeding – AYE
Mark Mitchell – AYE
Invocation by Pastor Danny Rhea, Ivy Ridge Chapel followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
PUBLIC HEARING HELD ON VDOT SIX YEAR CONSTRUCTION PLAN FOR 2017/18 TO 2022/23
Pursuant to being advertised in a local newspaper for (2) two consecutive weeks, a public hearing was
held on the VDOT Six Year Construction Plan for 2017/18 to 2022/23.The Chairman opened the public
hearing to citizen comments.
J.R. Watson, VDOT addressed the Board about the six year plan.
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
return to regular session.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
CERTIFICATION OF CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to § 2.2-3712(D) of the Code of Virginia 1950, as amended each member of the Board of
‘Supervisors upon the Roll Call certifies that to the best of their knowledge (i) only public business
matters lawfully exempted from the open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of
Information Act and (ii) only such public business matters that were identified in the motion(s) by which
the closed meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered in the meeting by the Board of
Supervisors.
‘Any member of the Board of Supervisors who believes that there was a departure from the
requirements of clauses (i) and (ii) above shall so state prior to the vote, indicating the substance of the
departure that, in his or her judgment, has taken place.
‘Are there any who believe a departure has taken place? Seeing none, if you agree that the matters heard,
discussed or considered during the closed meeting were pursuant only to the motion(s) by which the
closed meeting was convened, please signify by saying aye or yes.
Tim Lovelace ~ AYE
Lou Wallace ~ AYE
Carl Rhea AYE
David Eaton - AYE
Rebecca Dye - AYE
Steve Breeding - AYE
Mark Mitchell ~ AYE
Invocation by Pastor Danny Rhea, Ivy Ridge Chapel followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
PUBLIC HEARING HELD ON VDOT SIX YEAR CONSTRUCTION PLAN FOR 2017/18 TO 2022/23
Pursuant to being advertised in a local newspaper for (2) two consecutive weeks, a public hearing was
held on the VDOT Six Year Construction Plan for 2017/18 to 2022/23.The Chairman opened the public
hearing to citizen comments.
JR. Watson, VDOT addressed the Board about the six year plan.
APPROVAL OF VDOT SIX YEAR CONSTRUCTION PLAN 2017/18 TO 2022/23
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Resolution on the VDOT Six-Year Construction Plan for 2017/2018 to 2022/2023 as presented.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
Comments provided by:
Todd Marshall asked that Rt.606, Blanch David Rd. be placed on the six year plan.
Maxine Kelly stated that she would like to see Rt. 621, Sandy Ridge Rd completed.
Janice Brown asked that Rt. 714, Franks Hollow Road be considered for the six year plan, she
commented that it should have been listed
Jeff Holms asked about the status of 727 Creekside Drive, he asked if it could be completed in sections.
He also commented that people shouldn’t be allowed to use it if they don’t help with the maintenance.
Jeffery Holms also commented that traffic should not be allowed on Creekside Drive if they don’t help
maintain it.
Stephen Combs said a portion of Rt. 630 is breaking off, he stated that guardrails should have already
been put up.
Oris Christian, Scenic Elk Garden Estates says he has a right of way to travel on Creekside Drive.
The Chairman closed the public hearing.
Awards and Recognitions
The Board presented certificates to the members of the Lebanon High School Wrestling Team for placing
in the State Wrestling Tournament.
Presentations
Mickey Rhea, Russell County Building Official gave a power point presentation outlining how Russell
County’s current building permit fees compare to surrounding counties.  He added that our building
permit fees had not been updated or increased since 1975.  Mr. Rhea suggested that the County
increase the fees to be more in line with other counties.
APPROVAL TO INCREASE BUILDING PERMIT FEES EFFECTIVE JULY 01, 2017
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve an increase in building fees as recommended by the Building Inspector as follows effective July
01, 2017.
Increase the cost of a building permit to .10/ per square foot
Increase the cost of a trade permit to $50.00
Increase the cost of a singlewide mobile home permit to $130.00
APPROVAL OF VDOT SIX YEAR CONSTRUCTION PLAN 2017/18 TO 2022/23
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Resolution on the VDOT Six-Year Construction Plan for 2017/2018 to 2022/2023 as presented.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
Comments provided by:
Todd Marshall asked that Rt.606, Blanch David Rd. be placed on the six year plan.
Maxine Kelly stated that she would like to see Rt. 621, Sandy Ridge Rd completed.
Janice Brown asked that Rt. 714, Franks Hollow Road be considered for the six year plan, she
commented that it should have been listed
Jeff Holms asked about the status of 727 Creekside Drive, he asked if it could be completed in sections.
He also commented that people shouldn’t be allowed to use it if they don’t help with the maintenance.
Jeffery Holms also commented that traffic should not be allowed on Creekside Drive if they don’t help
maintain it.
Stephen Combs
been put up.
a portion of Rt. 630 is breaking off, he stated that guardrails should have already
Oris Christian, Scenic Elk Garden Estates says he has a right of way to travel on Creekside Drive,
The Chairman closed the public hearing.
‘Awards and Recognitions
‘The Board presented certificates to the members of the Lebanon High School Wrestling Team for placing
in the State Wrestling Tournament.
Presentations
Mickey Rhea, Russell County Building Official gave a power point presentation outlining how Russell
County’s current building permit fees compare to surrounding counties. He added that our b
permit fees had not been updated or increased since 1975. Mr. Rhea suggested that the County
increase the fees to be more in line with other counties.
APPROVAL TO INCREASE BUILDING PERMIT FEES EFFECTIVE JULY 01, 2017
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve an increase in building fees as recommended by the Building Inspector as follows effective July
01, 2017.
Increase the cost of a building permit to .10/ per square foot
Increase the cost of a trade permit to $50.00
Increase the cost of a singlewide mobile home permit to $130.00
Increase the cost of a doublewide home permit to .10/ per square foot plus $50.00 trade permit
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye

Nay:  None
Presentations continued:
Phillip Puckett, Lebanon Life Saving Crew addressed the Board on the shortfalls the lifesaving crew is
facing and how they could be detrimental to their future.  They have had a significant decrease in calls
from facilities and patients that generate revenue.  He added that most skilled nursing and assisted
living facilities have agreements with commercial ambulance services.    He gave several options that
could be considered to help with the situation, he added that if nothing is done, the LLC may cease to
exist in near future.
Rob Goldsmith, People, Inc. presented the most recent annual report for People, Inc.
Kim Short, Tourism/Parks and Recreation Coordinator updated the Board on the progress of having the
Clinch River designated as a scenic river.  There are some problems with trash and debris in some of the
areas along the river that the Department of Conservation and Recreation viewed that would prohibit
the designation.   She suggested organizing a comprehensive clean up utilizing some of the county
resources.
Donna Meade, VPI Extension Office invited everyone to the 6th Annual Bees, Blooms and Bluegrass
Festival and asked if the Board would consider making a $1000.00 donation.  She stated that the
activities are free to the public.
APPROVAL TO CONSIDER SPONSORING THE BEES, BLOOMS AND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the budget committee to consider sponsoring the Bees, Blooms and Bluegrass Festival that
will be held on the Old Courthouse grounds on June 10, 2017.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE APRIL 03, 2017 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the April 03, 2017 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
Increase the cost of a doublewide home permit to .10/ per square foot plus $50.00 trade permit
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
Presentations con!
ued:
Phillip Puckett, Lebanon Life Saving Crew addressed the Board on the shortfalls the lifesaving crew is
facing and how they could be detrimental to their future. They have had a significant decrease in calls
from facilities and patients that generate revenue. He added that most skilled nursing and assisted
living facilities have agreements with commercial ambulance services. He gave several options that
could be considered to help with the situation, he added that if nothing is done, the LLC may cease to.
exist in near future.
Rob Golds!
People, Inc. presented the most recent annual report for People, Inc.
Kim Short, Tourism/Parks and Recreation Coordinator updated the Board on the progress of having the
Clinch River designated as a scenic river. There are some problems with trash and debris in some of the
areas along the river that the Department of Conservation and Recreation viewed that would prohibit
the designation. She suggested organizing a comprehensive clean up utilizing some of the county
resources.
Donna Meade, VPI Extension Office invited everyone to the 6" Annual Bees, Blooms and Bluegrass
Festival and asked if the Board would consider making a $1000.00 donation. She stated that the
activities are free to the public.
APPROVAL TO CONSIDER SPONSORING THE BEES, BLOOMS AND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the budget committee to consider sponsoring the Bees, Blooms and Bluegrass Festival that
will be held on the Old Courthouse grounds on June 10, 2017.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE APRIL 03, 2017 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the April 03, 2017 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county invoices in the amount of $1,172,052.22 including reoccurring and withholdings.

.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
Citizens Comment
The Chairman opened citizens comment period.
Cameron Cook, Jena Hess, Lauren McCoy and Brook Horne, addressed the Board on the success of the
Castlewood High School FBLA at the state level.   They are requesting assistance to travel to California
for national competition.
Andy Smith announced that the Virginia Cattlemen’s Association Annual Field Day will be held in Russell
County at Stuart, Land and Cattle property.  He explained that they are expecting 750 to 1000 members
to attend.    He encouraged everyone to attend the event which will be held on July 07, 2017.
Linda Stuart stated that Stuart, Land and Cattle Company is the oldest business in Russell County.  She
asked that the entire Board attend the Virginia Cattlemen’s Association Annual Field Day and act as
hosts.  She also added that there is a lot of potential for dollars to come into Russell County as a result of
this event.
The Chairman closed citizen comment period.
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE A LOAN FROM VECDA TO THE RUSSELL COUTNY IDA FOR $1,500,000 FOR
“PROJECT BELT”
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize a $1,500,000 loan from the Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority to the Russell
County Industrial Development Authority for an economic development project (“Project Belt”).
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A MANPOWER AGREEMENT BETWEEN CPWMA AND RUSSELL COUNTY
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the signing of a manpower agreement between Russell County and the Cumberland Plateau
Waste Management Authority.
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county invoices in the amount of $1,172,052.22 including reoccurring and withholdings.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
Citizens Comment
The Chairman opened citizens comment period.
Cameron Cook, Jena Hess, Lauren McCoy and Brook Horne, addressed the Board on the success of the
Castlewood High School FBLA at the state level. They are requesting assistance to travel to California
for national competition.
Andy Smith announced that the Virginia Cattlemen’s Association Annual Field Day will be held in Russell
County at Stuart, Land and Cattle property. He explained that they are expecting 750 to 1000 members
to attend. He encouraged everyone to attend the event which will be held on July 07, 2017.
Linda Stuart stated that Stuart, Land and Cattle Company is the oldest business in Russell County. She
asked that the entire Board attend the Virginia Cattlemen’s Association Annual Field Day and act as
hosts. She also added that there is a lot of potential for dollars to come into Russell County as a result of
this event.
The Chairman closed citizen comment period
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE A LOAN FROM VECDA TO THE RUSSELL COUTNY IDA FOR $1,500,000 FOR
“PROJECT BELT”
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize a $1,500,000 loan from the Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority to the Russell
County Industrial Development Authority for an economic development project (“Project Belt”).
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A MANPOWER AGREEMENT BETWEEN CPWMA AND RUSSELL COUNTY
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the signing of a manpower agreement between Russell County and the Cumberland Plateau
Waste Management Authority.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO ALLOCATE FUNDS TO THE CSA IN THE AMOUNT OF $23,599.31
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
allocate funds in the amount of $23,599.31 to the Russell County CSA.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Rebecca Dye, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea and Steve Breeding
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BUDGET COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER APPROPRIATING FUNDS TO
COUNTY FBLA ORGANIZATIONS
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the budget committee to consider an appropriation of funds on a per attendee basis to each
high school FBLA Chapter in the County to assist with expenses to travel to national competition.
The vote was:
Aye:  Rebecca Dye, Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton and Steve Breeding
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE AN ALLOCATION OF FUNDS TO THE TOWN OF CLEVELAND TO BE
REIMBURSED BY DCR
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
allocate $4000.00 to the Town of Cleveland for walking trail development in partnership with and to be
reimbursed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Mark Mitchell, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO TRANSFER FUND BALANCES CONCERNING VDOT REVENUE SHARING PROJECTS
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve an authorization to transfer fund balances concerning VDOT revenue sharing projects.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Mark Mitchell. Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay:  None
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO ALLOCATE FUNDS TO THE CSA IN THE AMOUNT OF $23,599.31.
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
allocate funds in the amount of $23,599.31 to the Russell County CSA.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Rebecca Dye, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea and Steve Breeding
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE THE BUDGET COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER APPROPRIATING FUNDS TO
COUNTY FBLA ORGANIZATIONS
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the budget committee to consider an appropriation of funds on a per attendee basis to each
high school FBLA Chapter in the County to assist with expenses to travel to national competition.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton and Steve Breeding
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE AN ALLOCATION OF FUNDS TO THE TOWN OF CLEVELAND TO BE
REIMBURSED BY DCR
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
allocate $4000.00 to the Town of Cleveland for walking trail development in partnership with and to be
reimbursed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Carl Rhea, Mark Mitchell, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO TRANSFER FUND BALANCES CONCERNING VDOT REVENUE SHARING PROJECTS
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve an authorization to transfer fund balances concerning VDOT revenue sharing projects.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Mark Mitchell. Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FOR MORNING STAR CIRCLE AND CLINCH MOUNTAIN ROAD
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the allocation of $150,000 of FY 16/17 Coal Severance Tax with $100,000 to fund Morning Star
Circle (Rte. 673) and $50,000 to fund Clinch Mountain Road (Rte. 676) in FY 17/18 VDOT Revenue
Sharing Projects.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A BYRNE JUSTICE GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $2593.00
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve and allocate funds in the amount of $2593.00 for the Byrne Justice Grant from the Department
of Criminal Justice Services.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO ACCEPT PROPERTY AT THE CORNER OF EAST MAIN ST AND NORTH MILL ST FROM THE
RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
Motion made by David Eaton, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept a Russell County School Board Resolution conveying the property located at the corner of East
Main Street and North Mill Street commonly known as 89 East Main Street to the Russell County Board
of Supervisors.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Tim Lovelace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE A FEASABILITY STUDY OF THE COURTHOUSE/JAIL BY THE DEPT. OF
GENERAL SERVICES
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Department of General Services to do a feasibility study of the Russell County Courthouse
and Jail.                                                            .
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding and Carl Rhea
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO AJOURN
APPROVAL OF ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FOR MORNING STAR CIRCLE AND CLINCH MOUNTAIN ROAD
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the allocation of $150,000 of FY 16/17 Coal Severance Tax with $100,000 to fund Morning Star
Circle (Rte. 673) and $50,000 to fund Clinch Mountain Road (Rte. 676) in FY 17/18 VDOT Revenue
Sharing Projects.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
‘APPROVAL OF A BYRNE JUSTICE GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $2593.00
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve and allocate funds in the amount of $2593.00 for the Byrne Justice Grant from the Department
of Criminal Justice Services.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO ACCEPT PROPERTY AT THE CORNER OF EAST MAIN ST AND NORTH MILL ST FROM THE
RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
Motion made by David Eaton, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept a Russell County School Board Resolution conveying the property located at the corner of East
Main Street and North Mill Street commonly known as 89 East Main Street to the Russell County Board
of Supervisors.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Tim Lovelace
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE A FEASABILITY STUDY OF THE COURTHOUSE/JAIL BY THE DEPT. OF
GENERAL SERVICES
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Department of General Services to do a feasibility study of the Russell County Courthouse
and Jail.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding and Carl Rhea
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO AJOURN
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn.
The vote was:

Aye:  Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay:  None

Clerk of the Board                                                                                   Chairman
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn,
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay: None
Clerk of the Board Chairman