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September 05, 2017
A regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Tuesday, September
05, 2017 at 6:00 pm at the Russell County Government Center in Lebanon, Virginia.
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 OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye, Mark Mitchell, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace and Tim Lovelace
Nay:  None
Invocation by Pastor Yul Miller, Grace Fellowship followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Presentations
Steve Givens, Russell County Medical Center updated the Board on the new services, equipment and
recent happenings at RCMC.
Pat Gray, DAR asked the Board to designate the week of September 17-23,2017 as Constitution Week.
CONSTITUTION WEEK PROCLAIMATION
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
proclaim September 17-23,2017 as Constitution Week.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton
September 05, 2017
Arregular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Tuesday, September
05, 2017 at 6:00 pm at the Russell County Government Center in Lebanon, Virginia,
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 OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye, Mark Mitchell, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace and Tim Lovelace
Nay: None
Invocation by Pastor Yul Miller, Grace Fellowship followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Presentations
Steve Givens, Russell County Medical Center updated the Board on the new services, equipment and
recent happenings at RCMC.
Pat Gray, DAR asked the Board to designate the week of September 17-23,2017 as Constitution Week.
CONSTITUTION WEEK PROCLAIMATION
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
proclaim September 17-23,2017 as Constitution Week
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton
Nay:  None
Reggie Childers, Lebanon asked that the Board consider reducing the number of County Supervisors to
six, which would mean eliminating the supervisor at large seat.  He also stated that if the number of
voting precincts was reduced, the County could save money.
Board Appointments
ROGER SWORD AND SCOTT GILMER APPOINTED TO THE IDA
Mark Mitchell nominated Roger Sword
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Roger Sword by acclamation to the Russell County Industrial Development Authority for a four
(4) year term, said term ending September 05, 2021.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
Carl Rhea nominated Scott Gilmer.
Motion made by David Eaton second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors that
nominations cease and Scott Gilmer be appointed to the Russell County Industrial Development
Authority for a four (4) year term, said term ending September 05, 2021.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
Abstain:  Mark Mitchell
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 07, 2017 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 07, 2017 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 25, 2017 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 25, 2017 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
Nay: None
Reggie Childers, Lebanon asked that the Board consider reducing the number of County Supervisors to
six, which would mean eliminating the supervisor at large seat. He also stated that if the number of
voting precincts was reduced, the County could save money.
Board Appointments
ROGER SWORD AND SCOTT GILMER APPOINTED TO THE IDA
Mark Mitchell nominated Roger Sword
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Roger Sword by acclamation to the Russell County Industrial Development Authority for a four
(4) year term, said term ending September 05, 2021.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
Carl Rhea nominated Scott Gilmer.
Motion made by David Eaton second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors that
nominations cease and Scott Gilmer be appointed to the Russell County Industrial Development
Authority for a four (4) year term, said term ending September 05, 2021
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
Abstain: Mark Mitchell
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 07, 2017 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 07, 2017 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 25, 2017 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 25, 2017 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 31, 2017 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 31, 2017 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Tim Lovelace
Nay:  None
Abstain:  Mark Mitchell
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY EXPENDITURES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county expenditures in the amount of $898,773.54 including reoccurring and
withholdings.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and David Eaton
Nay:  None
APRROVAL FOR IGO TECHNOLOGY TO UTILZE A PIECE OF PROPERTY
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a piece of property near the Drill Community Center for IGO Technology to utilize, in return the
community center would receive free internet access.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO CONSIDER A SOL SMART DESIGNATION FOR RUSSELL COUNTY
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
consider working towards a Sol Smart designation for Russell County.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
Citizens Comment
Donnie Christian, Russell County PSA addressed the Board about the possibility of merging the
Castlewood Water and Sewage Authority and the Russell County Public Service Authority.    He stated
that he attempted to arrange a meeting with both boards but was not able to do so due to a Resolution
that was passed by the CWSA prohibiting any discussion about this merger except by the operation
managers of each authority.  He indicated that some members of the CWSA were concerned about the
debt load and the rates of the Russell County PSA.
Shonda Mitchell, Rosedale asked about the status of her proposal concerning the Oaks Sub-Division

specifically Lake Hill Road and Clover Hill Cul-de-sac.
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 31, 2017 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 31, 2017 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Tim Lovelace
Nay: None
Abstain: Mark Mitchell
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY EXPENDITURES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county expenditures in the amount of $898,773.54 including reoccurring and
withholdings
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and David Eaton
Nay: None
APRROVAL FOR IGO TECHNOLOGY TO UTILZE A PIECE OF PROPERTY
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a piece of property near the Drill Community Center for IGO Technology to utilize, in return the
‘community center would receive free internet access.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO CONSIDER A SOL SMART DESIGNATION FOR RUSSELL COUNTY
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
consider working towards a Sol Smart designation for Russell County.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, Car! Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
itizens Comment
Donnie Christian, Russell County PSA addressed the Board about the possibility of merging the
Castlewood Water and Sewage Authority and the Russell County Public Service Authority. He stated
that he attempted to arrange a meeting with both boards but was not able to do so due to a Resolution
that was passed by the CWSA prohibiting any discussion about this merger except by the operation
managers of each authority. He indicated that some members of the CWSA were concerned about the
debt load and the rates of the Russell County PSA.
Shonda Mitchell, Rosedale asked about the status of her proposal concerning the Oaks Sub-Division
specifically Lake Hill Road and Clover Hill Cul-de-sac.
The Chairman closed public comment.
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE A LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR IDA PROJECT “JONAH”
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize a letter of support for the Russell County Industrial Development Authority Project “Jonah”.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF FUNDING SUPPORT FOR THE HOA
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Resolution of Funding Support for Heart of Appalachia.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Tim Lovelace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR A HOA LEGISLATIVE BILL
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second and David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Resolution of Support for a Heart of Appalachia legislative bill.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE TRANSFER OF A PARCEL OF LAND
Motion made by David Eaton, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
hold a public hearing on October 02, 2017 at 6:00 pm on the transfer of a parcel of land to the Town of
Lebanon.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO PROCEED WITH PROPERTY PURCHASE FOR THE DOGTOWN DISPOSAL SITE
Motion made by Tim Lovelace second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize and proceed with the purchase of property for the Dogtown Disposal Site.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton
The Chairman closed public comment.
County Administrator Reports and Requests
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize a letter of support for the Russell County Industrial Development Authority Project “Jonah”.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF FUNDING SUPPORT FOR THE HOA
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Resolution of Funding Support for Heart of Appalachia.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Tim Lovelace
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR A HOA LEGISLATIVE BILL
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second and David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Resolution of Support for a Heart of Appalachia legislative bill
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
Motion made by David Eaton, second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
hold a public hearing on October 02, 2017 at 6:00 pm on the transfer of a parcel of land to the Town of
Lebanon.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO PROCEED WITH PROPERTY PURCHASE FOR THE DOGTOWN DISPOSAL SITE
Motion made by Tim Lovelace second Mark Mitchell and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize and proceed with the purchase of property for the Dogtown Disposal Site.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton
Nay:  None
AUTHORIZATION OF CPRHA REQUEST FOR PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES FOR HUD DEVELOPMENT
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a request from Cumberland Plateau Regional Housing Authority for payment in lieu of taxes for
HUD Development in the amount of $8027.74.
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO SELL SURPLUS VEHICLES
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the sale of the following surplus vehicles at the Russell County School Board auction.
2008 FORD CROWN VIC VIN# 2FAHP71V48X174769
2008 FORD CROWN VIC VIN# 2FAHP71V28X174768
1997 CHEVY BLAZER VIN# 1GNDT13W7VK196004
2005 FORD SPORT UTL VIN# 1FMYU931XSKE46955
1996 FORD VAN VIN# 1FBHE31H6THB49033
The vote was:
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF TRAVEL REQUESTS FOR DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve travel requests by the Department of Emergency Management.
The vote was:
Aye:
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF FY 2016/2017 BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
Motion made by David Eaton,  second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve FY2016/2017 Budget adjustments.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE A RECYCLABLE CENTER LEASE AGREEMENT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize a lease agreement for a recyclable center at the Russell County landfill.
Nay: None
AUTHORIZATION OF CPRHA REQUEST FOR PAYMENT IN LIEU OF TAXES FOR HUD DEVELOPMENT
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a request from Cumberland Plateau Regional Housing Authority for payment in lieu of taxes for
HUD Development in the amount of $8027.74,
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO SELL SURPLUS VEHICLES
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the sale of the following surplus vehicles at the Russell County School Board auction.
2008 FORD CROWN VIC VIN# 2FAHP7 1V48X174769
2008 FORD CROWN VIC VIN# 2FAHP7 1V28X174768
1997 CHEVY BLAZER VIN# 1GNDT13W7VK196004
2005 FORD SPORT UTL VIN# 1FMYU931XSKE46955
1996 FORD VAN VIN# 1FBHE31H6THB49033,
The vote was:
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF TRAVEL REQUESTS FOR DEPT. OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve travel requests by the Department of Emergency Management.
The vote was:
Aye:
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF FY 2016/2017 BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
Motion made by David Eaton, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve FY2016/2017 Budget adjustments.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE A RECYCLABLE CENTER LEASE AGREEMENT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize a lease agreement for a recyclable center at the Russell County landfil
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF SCHOOL ROUTE CLOSURES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize a Resolution of School Route Closures that include:  Route 9532,9766 and 9806.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN TO RECONVENE ON SEPT. 6, 2017
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn to reconvene on Wednesday, September 06, 2017 at 1:00 pm in the Town of St. Paul Chambers.
The vote was;
Aye:  Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay:  None

Clerk of the Board                                                                 Chairman
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay: None
‘APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF SCHOOL ROUTE CLOSURES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize a Resolution of School Route Closures that include: Route 9532,9766 and 9806.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Mark Mitchell
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN TO RECONVENE ON SEPT. 6, 2017
Motion made by Mark Mitchell, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn to reconvene on Wednesday, September 06, 2017 at 1:00 pm in the Town of St. Paul Chambers.
The vote was;
‘Aye: Mark Mitchell, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve Breeding
Nay: None
Clerk of the Board Chairman