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September 08, 2020
A regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Tuesday, September
08,2020 at 6:00 pm at the Russell County Conference 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
Vicki Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, County Attorney
Absent:
None
Invocation by the Chair, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as presented.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Presentations
Dr. Greg Brown, Superintendent RCPS presented a remote learning option for children in K-12 on the
days that they are not physically present at school due to the Covid 19 pandemic.  Russell County Public
Schools would be partnering with the Workforce Development Board, United Way and the Board of
Supervisors to open a facility in the government center that is currently not being used by Southwest Va.
Community College.  Children participating in the program would receive free breakfast and lunch on
site.  The facility would be staffed with two managers, two clerks and a School resource officer.  Dr.
Brown asked that the Board help fund this program with Covid 19 funds in the amount of $150,000.

Other options for remote learning facilities in various locations were also discussed by the Board to
make sure all students in the county have the same opportunity.  Dr. Brown agreed to explore these
options.
September 08, 2020
Arregular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Tuesday, September
08,2020 at 6:00 pm at the Russell County Conference 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
Vicki Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, County Attorney
Absent:
None
Invocation by the Chair, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as presented.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Presentations
Dr. Greg Brown, Superintendent RCPS presented a remote learning option for children in K-12 on the
days that they are not physically present at school due to the Covid 19 pandemic. Russell County Public
‘Schools would be partnering with the Workforce Development Board, United Way and the Board of
Supervisors to open a facility in the government center that is currently not being used by Southwest Va
Community College. Children participating in the program would receive free breakfast and lunch on
site. The facility would be staffed with two managers, two clerks and a School resource officer. Dr.
Brown asked that the Board help fund this program with Covid 19 funds in the amount of $150,000.
Other options for remote learning facilities in various locations were also discussed by the Board to
make sure all students in the county have the same opportunity. Dr. Brown agreed to explore these
options.
APPROVAL TO FUND A REMOTE LEARNING CENTER
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
fund the “learning center” with Covid 19 funds in the amount of $150,000 with the understanding that
other locations in the county would be explored for remote learning.
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Abstain:  David Eaton
Pat Gray spoke about Constitution Week.  She asked that the Board approve a resolution proclaiming
the week of September 17-23, 2020 as Constitution Week.
SEPTEMBER 17-23-2020 PROCLAIMED AS CONSTITUTION WEEK
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a resolution proclaiming the week of September 17-23 ,2020 as Constitution Week.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Toby Edwards, CPRWMA asked that the Board consider purchasing tire cutting equipment to help offset
the cost of tire disposal.  The abundance of tires and the cost of disposal in Russell, Dickenson and
Buchanan County is constantly rising.   The purchase would be funded by the balance left from last fiscal
year’s budget.  Therefore, there would be no extra expense to the three counties that make up the
waste authority.
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CPRWMA TO PURCHASE TIRE CUTTING EQUIPMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Cumberland Plateau Regional Waste Management Authority to purchase tire cutting
equipment.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 03, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 03, 2020 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO FUND A REMOTE LEARNING CENTER
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
fund the “learning center” with Covid 19 funds in the amount of $150,000 with the understanding that
other locations in the county would be explored for remote learning,
The vote was:
‘Aye: Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Abstain: David Eaton
Pat Gray spoke about Constitution Week. She asked that the Board approve a resolution proclaiming
the week of September 17-23, 2020 as Constitution Week.
SEPTEMBER 17-23-2020 PROCLAIMED AS CONSTITUTION WEEK
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
approve a resolution proclaiming the week of September 17-23 ,2020 as Constitution Week
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Toby Edwards, CPRWMA asked that the Board consider purchasing tire cutting equipment to help offset
the cost of tire disposal. The abundance of tires and the cost of disposal in Russell, Dickenson and
Buchanan County is constantly rising. The purchase would be funded by the balance left from last fiscal
year’s budget. Therefore, there would be no extra expense to the three counties that make up the
waste authority.
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CPRWMA TO PURCHASE TIRE CUTTING EQUIPMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
authorize the Cumberland Plateau Regional Waste Management Authority to purchase tire cutting
‘equipment.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 03, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 03, 2020 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 18, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 18, 2020 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
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 $1,804,035.10 including reoccurring and withholdings.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
HEATHER POWERS RE-APPOINTED TO THE HOA
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to re-
appoint Heather Powers to the Heart of Appalachia for a (2) two-year term, said term ending September
08, 2022.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
VICTORIA GENT APPOINTED TO THE HOA
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Victoria Gent to the Heart of Appalachia for a (2) two-year term, said term ending September
08, 2022.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
ERIC BROWN APPOINTED TO THE CMCSB
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Eric Brown to the Cumberland Mountain Community Services Board to fill the unexpired term of
Michelle Vance, said term ending December 31, 2022.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 18, 2020 MINUTES
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 18, 2020 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye: Carl Rhea, Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUN’
IVOICES
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 $1,804,035. 10 including reoccurring and withholdings.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
HEATHER POWERS RE-APPOINTED TO THE HOA
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to re-
appoint Heather Powers to the Heart of Appalachia for a (2) two-year term, said term ending September
08, 2022
The vote was:
‘Aye: Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian
Nay: None
‘VICTORIA GENT APPOINTED TO THE HOA
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Victoria Gent to the Heart of Appalachia for a (2) two-year term, said term ending September
08, 2022
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
ERIC BROWN APPOINTED TO THE CMCSB
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Eric Brown to the Cumberland Mountain Community Services Board to fill the unexpired term of
Michelle Vance, said term ending December 31, 2022.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Citizens Comment
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
Kelly M. Delph, RCPL stated that the library had received Covid 19 funds from the Library of Virginia.

They have decided to use the money to provide “virtual” library cards to students to allow them to
download books.
William Osborne, Swords Creek commented that there is no high-speed internet access for a four mile
section near his home.  He wants to know how they can get access.
Citizens comment was closed by the Chairperson.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
APPROVAL TO EXTEND THE CONTINUITY OF GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
extend the Continuity of Government Ordinance for another six months.
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE COURTHOUSE SECURITY ORDINANCE
Motion mace by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Courthouse Security Ordinance as presented.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF AN ADDENDUM TO THE CPRWMA MANPOWER AGREEMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve an addendum to the Cumberland Plateau Regional Waste Management Authority manpower
agreement.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE RATCLIFF FOUNDATION RESOLTION CONCERNING CIVIL WAR STATUES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to

approve a resolution that would support the endeavor of the Ratcliff Foundation concerning Civil War
historic statues.
Citizens Comment
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
Kelly M. Delph, RCPL stated that the library had received Covid 19 funds from the Library of Virginia.
They have decided to use the money to provide “virtual” library cards to students to allow them to
download books.
William Osborne, Swords Creek commented that there is no high-speed internet access for a four mile
section near his home. He wants to know how they can get access.
Citizens comment was closed by the Chairperson.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
APPROVAL TO EXTEND THE CONTINUITY OF GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
extend the Continuity of Government Ordinance for another six months.
The vote was:
Aye: Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE COURTHOUSE SECURITY ORDINANCE
Motion mace by Steve Breeding, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Courthouse Security Ordinance as presented
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Car! Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF AN ADDENDUM TO THE CPRWMA MANPOWER AGREEMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve an addendum to the Cumberland Plateau Regional Waste Management Authority manpower
agreement.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE RATCLIFF FOUNDATION RESOLTION CONCERNING CIVIL WAR STATUES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a resolution that would support the endeavor of the Ratcliff Foundation concerning Civil War
historic statues.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT ISSUE TABLED
Motion made by Oris Christian, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
table the Emergency Management Coordinator position exemption decision until the October 05, 2020
meeting.
The vote was:
Aye:  Oris Christian, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Carl Rhea
Nay:  None
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF $75,000 FOR “CARES” BUSINESS GRANTS
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve Russell County “Cares” Business Grants to local businesses in the amount of $75,000.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO CONVERT IDA LOCAL BUSINESS LOANS IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000 TO GRANTS
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
convert $50,000 Russell County Industrial Development Authority business loans to local businesses to
grants to be paid from Covid funds.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A SUPREME COURT OF VA. ADULT TREATMENT COURT GRANT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a Supreme Court of Virginia grant for the Russell County Adult Treatment Court
in the amount of $90,000
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF $535,143.68 IN REVERSION FUNDS FROM THE RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT ISSUE TABLED
Motion made by Oris Christian, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
table the Emergency Management Coordinator position exemption decision until the October 05, 2020
meeting
The vote was:
Aye: Oris Christian, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Carl Rhea
Nay: None
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF $75,000 FOR “CARES” BUSINESS GRANTS
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve Russell County “Cares” Business Grants to local businesses in the amount of $75,000.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
convert $50,000 Russell County Industrial Development Authority business loans to local businesses to
grants to be paid from Covid funds.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A SUPREME COURT OF VA. ADULT TREATMENT COURT GRANT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a Supreme Court of Virginia grant for the Russell County Adult Treatment Court
in the amount of $90,000
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF $535,143.68 IN REVERSION FUNDS FROM THE RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept reversion funds in the amount of $535,143.68 from the Russell County School Board for FY 20.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF FY 20 RECONCILIATION CONTRIBUTIONS/DEBT FROM THE SWVRJA
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Carl Rhea to accept Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority FY
20 Reconciliation of Local Contributions/Debt in the amount of $527,967.18.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO PURCHASE A TRUCK FOR THE SOLID WASTE DEPARTMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the purchase of a new solid waste disposal truck.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO SELL A SOLID WASTE DEPARTMENT TRUCK
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
Authorize the solid waste department to sell solid waste department disposal truck.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO AJOURN
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn.
The vote was:
Aye:  Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None

Clerk of the Board                                                                                Chairperson
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept reversion funds in the amount of $535,143.68 from the Russell County School Board for FY 20
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF FY 20 RECONCILIATION CONTRIBUTIONS/DEBT FROM THE SWVRJA
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Carl Rhea to accept Southwest Virginia Regional Jail Authority FY
20 Reconciliation of Local Contributions/Debt in the amount of $527,967.18.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO PURCHASE A TRUCK FOR THE SOLID WASTE DEPARTMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the purchase of a new solid waste disposal truck.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO SELL A SOLID WASTE DEPARTMENT TRUCK
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
Authorize the solid waste department to sell solid waste department disposal truck.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO AJOURN
Motion made by Carl Rhea, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
Clerk of the Board Chairperson’