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July 06, 2020
The regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, July 06,
2020 at 5:00 pm beginning with Executive (closed) Session followed by the regular meeting 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
Oris Christian
Lonzo Lester, Clerk
Vick Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, County Attorney
Absent:
None
EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace 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
legal matters pursuant to 2.2-3711(A), (1), (7) and (8).
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
return to regular session.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
July 06, 2020
The regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, July 06,
2020 at 5:00 pm beginning with Executive (closed) Session followed by the regular meeting 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
Oris Christian
Lonzo Lester, Clerk
Vick Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, County Attorney
Absent:
None
EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace 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
legal matters pursuant to 2.2-3711(A), (1), (7) and (8).
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
return to regular session.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE (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
Oris Christian - AYE
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 01, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the June 01, 2020 minutes and dispense with reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 17, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the June 17, 2020 minutes and dispense with reading thereof.
The vote was:
CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE (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 (!) only public business
matters lawfully exempted from the open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of
Information Act and (i) 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
Oris Christian - AYE
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 01, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the June 01, 2020 minutes and dispense with reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 17, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the June 17, 2020 minutes and dispense with reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county invoices in the amount of $1,124,077.70, including reoccurring and
withholdings.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  Nay
Citizens Comment
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
Michelle Vance, Lebanon stated that the BOS needs to be more transparent and respectful of the
citizens of the County.
Shawn Vance, Lebanon commented that he is concerned about the monument located in the Town of
Lebanon. He feels that no one has the right to remove it since it is owned by the taxpayers.
Larry Hughes, Lebanon thinks “our nation is in dismay” and worries about future generations.  He voiced
his opinion about the protests that have been happening near our community and the push to take
down confederate statues and monuments.
The Chair closed citizens comment.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF A VRA RESOLUTION FOR THE RUSSELL COUNTY PSA FINANCING AND SUPPORT
AGREEMENTS
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VRA resolution for The Russell County Public Service Authority Financing and Support
Agreement and authorize the Chairperson to sign.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A VRA RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE RUSSELL COUNTY PSA AND THE SUPPORT
AGREEMENT FOR THE GLADE HOLLOW PROJECT
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VRA resolution concerning The Russell County Public Service Authority Financing and Support
Agreement for the Glade Hollow Project and authorize the Chair to sign.
‘Aye: Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county invoices in the amount of $1,124,077.70, including reoccurring and
withholdings.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: Nay
Citizens Comment
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
Michelle Vance, Lebanon stated that the BOS needs to be more transparent and respectful of the
citizens of the County.
Shawn Vance, Lebanon commented that he is concerned about the monument located in the Town of.
Lebanon. He feels that no one has the right to remove it since it is owned by the taxpayers.
Larry Hughes, Lebanon thinks “our nation is in dismay” and worries about future generations. He voiced
his opinion about the protests that have been happening near our community and the push to take
down confederate statues and monuments,
The Chair closed citizens comment.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF A VRA RESOLUTION FOR THE RUSSELL COUNTY PSA FINANCING AND SUPPORT
AGREEMENTS
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VRA resolution for The Russell County Public Service Authority Financing and Support
‘Agreement and authorize the Chairperson to sign
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
HER OUNTY PSAA
‘AGREEMENT FOR THE GLADE HOLLOW PROJECT
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VRA resolution concerning The Russell County Public Service Authority Financing and Support
Agreement for the Glade Hollow Project and authorize the Chair to sign
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO REFLECT A NAME CHANGE TO AN IDA LOAN AND MORAL
OBLIGATION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve an amendment changing the name from Polycap to Greenfield ICI Holdings for an IDA loan and
moral obligation.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF A MERCHANT CREDIT CARD ACCOUNT FOR THE RUSSELL COUNTY TREASURER’S OFFICE
Motion made by David Eaton, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a merchant credit card account as requested by the Treasurer of Russell County.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A VICTIM WITNESS GRANT FROM DCJS
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Victim Witness Grant from DCJS in the amount of $70,000.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
The Chair appointed Tim Lovelace and Rebecca Dye to the CARES oversight committee.
ACCEPTANCE OF DONNIE RAMEY’S RESIGNATION FROM THE CMCSB
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept the resignation of Donnie Ramey from the Cumberland Mountain Community Services Board
effective immediately.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
The vote was:
‘Aye: Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve an amendment changing the name from Polycap to Greenfield ICI Holdings for an IDA loan and
moral obligation.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF A MERCHANT CREDIT CARD ACCOUNT FOR THE RUSSELL COUNTY TREASURI
FICE
Motion made by David Eaton, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a merchant credit card account as requested by the Treasurer of Russell County.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A VICTIM WITNESS GRANT FROM DCJS
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Victim Witness Grant from DCJS in the amount of $70,000.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, Car! Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
The Chair appointed Tim Lovelace and Rebecca Dye to the CARES oversight committee.
ACCEPTANCE OF DONNIE RAMEY’S RESIGNATION FROM THE CMCSB
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept the resignation of Donnie Ramey from the Cumberland Mountain Community Services Board
effective immediately.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Car! Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
MICHELLE VANCE APPOINTED TO THE CMCSB
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Michelle Vance to the Cumberland Mountain Community Services Board to fill the unexpired
term of Donnie Ramey, said term expires December 31, 2022.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A PLAT FOR SAMUEL AND PATRICIA LAMBERT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a plat for Samuel and Patricia Lambert as requested by the Russell County Planning
Commission.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Abstain:  Lou Wallace
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN TO RECONVENE ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2020 AT 8:00 AM
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn to reconvene on Wednesday, July 08, 2020 at 8:00 am.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton
Nay:  None

Clerk of the Board                                                                                  Chairperson
MICHELLE VANCE APPOINTED TO THE CMCSB
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Michelle Vance to the Cumberland Mountain Community Services Board to fill the unexpired
term of Donnie Ramey, said term expires December 31, 2022.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A PLAT FOR SAMUEL AND PATRICIA LAMBERT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a plat for Samuel and Patricia Lambert as requested by the Russell County Planning
Commission.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Abstain: Lou Wallace
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN TO RECONVENE ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 08, 2020 AT 8:00 AM
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn to reconvene on Wednesday, July 08, 2020 at 8:00 am.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton
Nay: None
Clerk of the Board Chairperson