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January 09, 2019
A regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Wednesday, January
09, 2019 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
Harry Ferguson
Lonzo Lester, Clerk of the Board
Vicki Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, Chafin Law Firm
Absent:
None
Invocation by Chairperson Rebecca Dye, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
Public Hearing
Pursuant to having been advertised in a local newspaper for (2) two consecutive weeks, a public hearing
was held on the transfer of County property (the old Lebanon Cannery) to the Town of Lebanon. The
public hearing was opened to comments, hearing none the public hearing was closed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
January 09, 2019
Aregular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Wednesday, January
09, 2019 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
Harry Ferguson
Lonzo Lester, Clerk of the Board
Vicki Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, Chafin Law Firm
Absent:
None
Invocation by Chairperson Rebecca Dye, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
Public Hearing
Pursuant to having been advertised in a local newspaper for (2) two consecutive weeks, a public hearing
was held on the transfer of County property (the old Lebanon Cannery) to the Town of Lebanon. The
public hearing was opened to comments, hearing none the public hearing was closed.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye, Harry Ferguson and David
Eaton
Nay:  None
Rebecca Dye relinquished the Chair to County Administrator Lonzo Lester.
Board Appointments
REBECCA DYE ELECTED AS CHAIRPERSON
David Eaton nominated Steve Breeding
Tim Lovelace nominated Rebecca Dye
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace that nominations cease and call for a vote.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Harry Ferguson and Rebecca
Dye
Rebecca Dye - (4) Four votes:  Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Lou Wallace and Harry Ferguson
Steve Breeding - (3) three votes:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Carl Rhea
Rebecca Dye was appointed Chairperson for the 2019 Calendar year.
The County Administrator relinquished the Chair to Rebecca Dye.
STEVE BREEDING ELECTED VICE-CHAIRMAN
Lou Wallace nominated Tim Lovelace
Carl Rhea nominated Steve Breeding
Motion made by David Eaton, second Harry Ferguson that nominations cease and call for a vote.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Harry Ferguson, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Steve
Breeding
Nay:  None
Steve Breeding – (4) four votes:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Harry Ferguson and Carl Rhea
Tim Lovelace – (3) three votes:  Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Tim Lovelace
Steve Breeding was elected Vice-Chairman for the 2019 calendar year.
LONZO LESTER APPOINTED CLERK OF THE BOARD, VICKI PORTER APPOINTED DEPUTY CLERK
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Lonzo Lester as Clerk of the Board and Vicki Porter as Deputy Clerk for the 2019 calendar year.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye, Harry Ferguson and David
Eaton
Nay: None
Rebecca Dye relinquished the Chair to County Administrator Lonzo Lester.
Board Appointments
REBECCA DYE ELECTED AS CHAIRPERSON
David Eaton nominated Steve Breeding
Tim Lovelace nominated Rebecca Dye
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace that nominations cease and call for a vote.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Harry Ferguson and Rebecca
Dye
Rebecca Dye - (4) Four votes: Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Lou Wallace and Harry Ferguson
Steve Breeding - (3) three votes: David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Carl Rhea
Rebecca Dye was appointed Chairperson for the 2019 Calendar year.
The County Administrator relinquished the Chair to Rebecca Dye.
STEVE BREEDING ELECTED VICE-CHAIRMAN
Lou Wallace nominated Tim Lovelace
Carl Rhea nominated Steve Breeding
Motion made by David Eaton, second Harry Ferguson that nominations cease and call for a vote
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Harry Ferguson, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Steve
Breeding
Nay: None
Steve Breeding - (4) four votes: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Harry Ferguson and Carl Rhea
Tim Lovelace - (3) three votes: Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Tim Lovelace
Steve Breeding was elected Vice-Chairman for the 2019 calendar year.
LONZO LESTER APPOINTED CLERK OF THE BOARD, VICK! PORTER APPOINTED DEPUTY CLERK
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Lonzo Lester as Clerk of the Board and Vicki Porter as Deputy Clerk for the 2019 calendar year.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
The Chairperson appointed Rebecca Dye and Harry Ferguson to the Budget/Finance Committee.  Lou
Wallace and Steve Breeding were appointed as alternates.
ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER ADOPTED BY THE BOARD
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adopt Robert’s Rules of Order.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE BYLAWS TABLED UNTIL THE FEBRUARY 2019 BOARD MEETING
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
table the approval of the Bylaws until the next meeting and to follow the Bylaws currently in place until
that time.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF BOARD MEETING DATES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2019
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adopt the Board of Supervisors regular meeting schedule as the first Monday of each month beginning
at 6:00 pm unless otherwise noted.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
Acknowledgements
Maxie Skeen, Cleveland Rescue Squad was recognized for receiving the Governor’s EMS Award for
Outstanding Prehospital Provider.
Johnny Skeen, Captain of Cleveland Rescue Squad was recognized for his 57 years of service, his award
was presented to his wife, Maxie Skeen.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
The Chairperson appointed Rebecca Dye and Harry Ferguson to the Budget/Finance Committee. Lou
Wallace and Steve Breeding were appointed as alternates.
ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER ADOPTED BY THE BOARD
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adopt Robert’s Rules of Order.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE BYLAWS TABLED UNTIL THE FEBRUARY 2019 BOARD MEETING
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
table the approval of the Bylaws until the next meeting and to follow the Bylaws currently in place until
that time,
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF BOARD MEETING DATES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2019
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
adopt the Board of Supervisors regular meeting schedule as the first Monday of each month beginning
at 6:00 pm unless otherwise noted.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
Acknowledgements
Maxie Skeen, Cleveland Rescue Squad was recognized for receiving the Governor’s EMS Award for
Outstanding Prehospital Provider.
Johnny Skeen, Captain of Cleveland Rescue Squad was recognized for his 57 years of service, his award
was presented to his wife, Maxie Skeen
Fallen Warriors - The Southwest Virginia Wall of Fallen Warriors was on display at the Board meeting.
Representatives from the Fallen Warriors group asked that the Board consider funding them $1000 per
district.
Presentations
Helen Owens, Russell County Historical Society asked the Board to consider their request to hang a
plaque on the wall of the Old Courthouse.  The plaque will be funded by the Wilderness Trail Chapter
National Society of Colonial Dames XVII Century.
AUTHORIZATION TO MOUNT A PLAQUE ON THE WALL OF THE OLD COURTHOUSE
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the mounting of a plaque on the wall of the Old Courthouse.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Harry Ferguson and Rebecca
Dye
Nay:  None
Presentations, Cont’d.
Mickey Rhea, Russell County Building Official gave a report on the abandoned and dilapidated
structures in the County.
New Business
APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER 03, 2018 MINUTES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the December 03, 2018 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Harry Ferguson
Nay:  None
Abstain:  Rebecca Dye
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county invoices in the amount of $756,497.34, including withholdings and reoccurring.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF PRE-AUTHORIZED PAYMENT LIST FOR 2019
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the 2019 pre-authorized payment list.
Fallen Warriors - The Southwest Virginia Wall of Fallen Warriors was on display at the Board meeting.
Representatives from the Fallen Warriors group asked that the Board consider funding them $1000 per
district.
Presentations
Helen Owens, Russell County Historical Society asked the Board to consider their request to hang a
plaque on the wall of the Old Courthouse. The plaque will be funded by the Wilderness Trail Chapter
National Society of Colonial Dames XVII Century.
AUTHORIZATION TO MOUNT A PLAQUE ON THE WALL OF THE OLD COURTHOUSE
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the mounting of a plaque on the wall of the Old Courthouse.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Harry Ferguson and Rebecca
Dye
Nay: None
Presentations, Cont’d.
Mickey Rhea, Russell County Building Official gave a report on the abandoned and dilapidated
structures in the County.
New Business
APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER 03, 2018 MINUTES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the December 03, 2018 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Car! Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Harry Ferguson
Nay: None
Abstain: Rebecca Dye
‘APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
approve general county invoices in the amount of $756,497.34, including withholdings and reoccurring,
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF PRE-AUTHORIZED PAYMENT LIST FOR 2019
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the 2019 pre-authorized payment lst.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A LETTER OF SUPPORT
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Chairperson to sign a letter of support for another entry to the Clinch Mountain Wildlife
Management Area from the Russell County side to The Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
Citizens Comment
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
Charlie Hess, Lebanon stated that the County needed a litter control officer.
Citizens comment period was closed by the Chair.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
Katie Patton, Chafin Law Firm asked that the Board pass a formal resolution on the transfer of property
to the Town of Lebanon.
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION TO TRANSFER PROPERTY TO THE TOWN OF LEBANON
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution transferring county property (old Lebanon Cannery) to
the Town of Lebanon.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye, Harry Ferguson and David
Eaton
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A MOU BETWEEN THE COUNTY AND THE RUSSELL COUNTY DRUG COURT
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Russell County and the Russell County Drug Court.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
‘APPROVAL OF A LETTER OF SUPPORT
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Chairperson to sign a letter of support for another entry to the Clinch Mountain Wildlife
Management Area from the Russell County side to The Department of Game and Inland Fisheries.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
itizens Comment
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
Charlie Hess, Lebanon stated that the County needed a litter control officer.
Citizens comment period was closed by the Chair.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
Katie Patton, Chafin Law Firm asked that the Board pass a formal resolution on the transfer of property
to the Town of Lebanon.
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Chairperson to sign a Resolution transferring county property (old Lebanon Cannery) to
the Town of Lebanon.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye, Harry Ferguson and David
Eaton
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A MOU BETWEEN THE COUNTY AND THE RUSSELL COUNTY DRUG COURT
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Russell County and the Russell County Drug Court.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, Car! Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF THE 2019 COUNTY BUDGET MEETING SCHEDULE
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the 2019 County Budget meeting schedule.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO APPOINT LONZO LESTER AND VICKI PORTER TO WDB
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Harry Ferguson and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the appointment of Lonzo Lester and Vicki Porter to the Workforce Development Board.
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Harry Ferguson, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve
Breeding
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE ABSTRACT OF VOTES FOR THE NOVEMBER 06, 2018 ELECTION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Abstract of Votes for the November 06, 2018 election.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF TREASURER RICK THOMPSON’S RETIREMENT AND THE APPOINTMENT OF ALICIA
MCGLOTHLIN AS TREASURER EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Motion made by Harry Ferguson, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept the retirement of Treasurer Rick Thompson effective February 28, 2019 and approve his
designation of Alicia McGlothlin as Treasurer.
The vote was:
Aye:  Harry Ferguson, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Tim
Lovelace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO PETITION THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR A WRIT OF ELECTION
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF THE 2019 COUNTY BUDGET MEETING SCHEDULE
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the 2019 County Budget meeting schedule.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO APPOINT LONZO LESTER AND VICKI PORTER TO WDB
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Harry Ferguson and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the appointment of Lonzo Lester and Vicki Porter to the Workforce Development Board.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Carl Rhea, Harry Ferguson, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Steve
Breeding
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE ABSTRACT OF VOTES FOR THE NOVEMBER 06, 2018 ELECTION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Abstract of Votes for the November 06, 2018 election
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF TREASURER RICK THOMPSON’S RETIREMENT AND THE APPOINTMENT OF ALICIA
MCGLOTHLIN AS TREASURER EFFECTIVE FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Motion made by Harry Ferguson, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept the retirement of Treasurer Rick Thompson effective February 28, 2019 and approve his
designation of Alicia McGlothlin as Treasurer.
The vote was:
Aye: Harry Ferguson, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Tim
Lovelace
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO PETITION THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR A WRIT OF ELECTION
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
direct the County Attorney to file a petition with Circuit Court for issuance of a writ of election to be
held in November 2019 to fill the Treasurer of Russell County seat vacated by the retirement of Rick
Thompson.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE A BYRNE JUSTICE/JAG FEDERAL GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$45,054.00
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a Byrne/JAG Federal Grant in the amount of $45,054.00.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE AND HIRE FOR A HOUSEKEEPING POSITION
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
advertise and hire for a housekeeping position vacated by the retirement of Nina Cox.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A PLAT FOR WHITE’S SUB-DIVISION
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the signing of a plat for White’s Sub-Division as requested by the Russell County Planning
Commission.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A PLAT FOR THE CLEVELAND RESCUE SQUAD
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Harry Ferguson and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Chairperson to sign a plat for Cleveland Rescue Squad as requested by the Russell County
Planning Commission.
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
direct the County Attorney to file a petition with Circuit Court for issuance of a writ of election to be
held in November 2019 to fill the Treasurer of Russell County seat vacated by the retirement of Rick
Thompson.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE A BYRNE JUSTICE/JAG FEDERAL GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
accept and appropriate a Byrne/JAG Federal Grant in the amount of $45,054.00.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE AND HIRE FOR A HOUSEKEEPING POSITION
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
advertise and hire for a housekeeping position vacated by the retirement of Nina Cox.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A PLAT FOR WHITE’S SUB-DIVISION
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
authorize the signing of a plat for White’s Sub-Division as requested by the Russell County Planning
Commission.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
‘APPROVAL OF A PLAT FOR THE CLEVELAND RESCUE SQUAD
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Harry Ferguson and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Chairperson to sign a plat for Cleveland Rescue Squad as requested by the Russell County
Planning Commission.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FROM THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a travel request from the Emergency Management Department.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FROM THE TOURISM DEPARTMENT
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a travel request from the Russell County Tourism Department.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO HIRE A FULL TIME HVAC EMPLOYEE FOR THE COUNTY
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
hire a full time HVAC employee for the County.
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, David Eaton and Harry Ferguson
Nay:  Lou Wallace
APPROVAL TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Motion made by Harry Ferguson, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
enter into Executive (closed) session pursuant to Section 2.2-3712(5) of the Code of Virginia to discuss
prospective business matters and litigation matters pursuant to 2.2-3712(7)(8).
The vote was:
Aye:  Harry Ferguson, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea and Steve
Breeding
Nay:  None
CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE (CLOSED SESSION)
Motion made by Harry Ferguson, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
return to regular session.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a travel request from the Emergency Management Department
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FROM THE TOURISM DEPARTMENT
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
approve a travel request from the Russell County Tourism Department.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO HIRE A FULL TIME HVAC EMPLOYEE FOR THE COUNTY
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
hire a full time HVAC employee for the County.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, David Eaton and Harry Ferguson
Nay: Lou Wallace
APPROVAL TO ENTER INTO EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Motion made by Harry Ferguson, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
enter into Executive (closed) session pursuant to Section 2.2-3712(5) of the Code of Virginia to discuss
prospective business matters and litigation matters pursuant to 2.2-3712(7)(8).
The vote was:
‘Aye: Harry Ferguson, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea and Steve
Breeding
Nay: None
CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE (CLOSED SESSION)
Motion made by Harry Ferguson, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
return to regular 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
Harry Ferguson – AYE
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN TO RECONVENE ON JANUARY 31, 2019
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn to reconvene in Richmond, Virginia on January 31, 2019.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay:  None

Clerk of the Board                                                                               Chairperson
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
Harry Ferguson ~ AYE
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN TO RECONVENE ON JANUARY 31, 2019
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn to reconvene in Richmond, Virginia on January 31, 2019.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Harry
Ferguson
Nay: None
Clerk of the Board Chairperson