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October 12, 2021
A regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Tuesday, October 12,
2021 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
Vicki Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, County Attorney
Absent:
None
Invocation by Caleb Johnson followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Recognition
The Lebanon Pioneer Varsity Baseball team was recognized for being the 2021 VHSL Group 2A Baseball
State Champions.
The Board also recognized the Lebanon Pioneer Varsity Softball Team for being runner up at the 2021
VHSL Varsity Softball State Tournament.
Presentations
Delegate Will Morefield asked that the Board go into Executive (closed) Session for discussion about an
economic development project that includes four counties.
October 12, 2021
Aregular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Tuesday, October 12,
2021 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
Vicki Porter, Deputy Clerk
Katie Patton, County Attorney
Absent:
None
Invocation by Caleb Johnson followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as amended.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Recognition
The Lebanon Pioneer Varsity Baseball team was recognized for being the 2021 VHSL Group 2A Baseball
State Champions.
The Board also recognized the Lebanon Pioneer Varsity Softball Team for being runner up at the 2021
VHSL Varsity Softball State Tournament.
Presentations
Delegate Will Morefield asked that the Board go into Executive (closed) Session for discussion about an
economic development project that includes four counties.
EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
enter Executive (closed) Session pursuant to 2.2-3711(A), (6), and (8).
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, 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:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
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
Oris Christian – AYE
EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
enter Executive (closed) Session pursuant to 2.2-3711(A), (6), and (8).
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, 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: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
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 (|) 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 TO COMMIT $30,000 TO THE CIFA
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
commit up to $30,000 to the Cumberland Industrial Facilities Authority for the purpose of hiring an
Executive Director for a (1) year contract contingent upon approval from Buchanan, Dickenson, and
Tazewell County.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
New Business
APPROVAL OF THE APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 07, 2021 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the September 07, 2021 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the September 21, 2021 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county invoices in the amount of $700,333.89 including withholdings and reoccurring.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
County Attorney Reports & Requests
Katie Patton, County Attorney discussed the county committee/board appointments.
Chairperson Rebecca Dye relinquished the Chair to Tim Lovelace.
APPROVAL TO COMMIT $30,000 TO THE CIFA
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
commit up to $30,000 to the Cumberland Industrial Facilities Authority for the purpose of hiring an
Executive Director for a (1) year contract contingent upon approval from Buchanan, Dickenson, and
Tazewell County.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
New Business
APPROVAL OF THE APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 07, 2021 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the September 07, 2021 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the September 21, 2021 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
‘APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve general county invoices in the amount of $700,333.89 including withholdings and reoccurring
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
County Attorney Reports & Requests
Katie Patton, County Attorney discussed the county committee/board appointments.
Chairperson Rebecca Dye relinquished the Chair to Tim Lovelace.
APPROVAL TO REVERT THE BYLAWS BACK TO THE ORIGINAL LANGUAGE CONCERING
COMMITTEE/BOARD APPOINTMENTS
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
revert the bylaws back to the original language (before July 12, 2021) regarding committee/board
appointments.
The vote was:
Aye:  Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace and Oris Christian
Nay:  Steve Breeding and David Eaton
The Vice Chairman, Tim Lovelace relinquished the Chair back to Rebecca Dye
Board Appointments
ERNIE MCFADDIN, JACK COMPTON, AND CHARLES COLLINS APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL
COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Steve Breeding nominated Ernie McFaddin
Carl Rhea nominated Jack Compton
Lou Wallace nominated Charles Collins
Ernie McFaddin, Jack Compton, and Charles Collins were appointed to the Planning Commission by
acclamation for (4) four-year terms, said terms ending October 12, 2025.
FRANK HORTON, TONY LAMBERT, RON BLANKENSHIP AND JAMES EATON, JR. REAPPOINTED TO THE
CUMBERLAND PLATEAU ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
reappoint Frank Horton, Tony Lambert, Ron Blankenship and James Eaton, Jr. to the Cumberland Plateau
Economic Development Commission for (1) one-year terms, said terms ending October 12, 2022.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
Abstain:  David Eaton
JASON GULLETT AND CATHERINE PRATT REAPPOINTED TO THE DANTE COMMUNITY BOARD
Lou Wallace nominated Jason Gullett and Catherine Pratt
Jason Gullett and Catherine Pratt were reappointed by acclamation to the Dante Community Center
Board for two (2) year terms, said terms ending October 12, 2023.
APPROVAL TO REVERT THE BYLAWS BACK TO THE ORIGINAL LANGUAGE CONCERING
COMMITTEE/BOARD APPOINTMENTS
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
revert the bylaws back to the original language (before July 12, 2021) regarding committee/board
appointments.
The vote was:
Aye: Rebecca Dye, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace and Oris Christian
Nay: Steve Breeding and David Eaton
The Vice Chairman, Tim Lovelace relinquished the Chair back to Rebecca Dye
Board Appointments
ERNIE MCFADDIN, JACK COMPTON, AND CHARLES COLLINS APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL
COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Steve Breeding nominated Ernie McFaddin
Carl Rhea nominated Jack Compton
Lou Wallace nominated Charles Collins
Ernie McFaddin, Jack Compton, and Charles Collins were appointed to the Planning Commission by
acclamation for (4) four-year terms, said terms ending October 12, 2025.
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CUMBERLAND PLATEAU ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
reappoint Frank Horton, Tony Lambert, Ron Blankenship and James Eaton, Jr. to the Cumberland Plateau
Economic Development Commission for (1) one-year terms, said terms ending October 12, 2022.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
Abstain: David Eaton
JASON GULLETT AND CATHERINE PRATT REAPPOINTED TO THE DANTE COMMUNITY BOARD
Lou Wallace nominated Jason Gullett and Catherine Pratt
Jason Gullett and Catherine Pratt were reappointed by acclamation to the Dante Community Center
Board for two (2) year terms, said terms ending October 12, 2023.
KIM FIFE, BOB BREIMANN AND ANN MONK APPOINTED TO THE RCPL BOARD
Carl Rhea nominated Kim Fife
Rebecca Dye nominated Bob Breimann
Oris Christian nominated Ann Monk
Kim Fife and Ann Monk were appointed by acclamation to the Russell County Public Library Board for (3)
three-year terms, said terms ending October 12, 2024.
Bob Breimann was appointed by acclamation to the Russell County Public Library Board for a (4) four
year term, said term ending October 12, 2025.
GARY DOTSON, JOHNNY JESSEE, EUGENE FERGUSON, TONY MAXFIELD, MIKE O’QUINN, BARBARA
COX, HENRY STINSON, JR., AND CARL RHEA REAPPOINTED TO THE RC HIGHWAY & SAFETY
COMMISSION
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
reappoint Gary Dotson, Johnny Jessee, Eugene Ferguson, Tony Maxfield, Mike O’Quinn, Barbara Cox,
Henry Stinson, and Carl Rhea to the Russell County Highway Safety Commission for (2) two-year terms,
said terms ending October 12, 2023. William Watson was appointed as a representative for the Russell
County Sheriff’s Department.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Abstain:  Carl Rhea
ANGELA FARMER REAPPONTED TO THE CPMT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
reappoint Angela Farmer to the CPMT for a (3) three-year term, said term ending October 12, 2024.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
KATHRYN EASTON APPOINTED AND GREGORY BROWN REAPPOINTED TO THE SWCC ADVISORY
BOARD
Steve Breeding nominated Kathryn Easton
Rebecca Dye nominated Jo Ellen Harding
Tim Lovelace nominated Gregory Brown
Kathryn Easton - Four votes:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Carl Rhea and Oris Christian
Greg Brown - Four votes:  Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton and Oris Christian
Jo Ellen Harding - Three votes:  Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, and Lou Wallace
KIM FIFE, BOB BREIMANN AND ANN MONK APPOINTED TO THE RCPL BOARD
Carl Rhea nominated Kim Fife
Rebecca Dye nominated Bob Breimann
Oris Christian nominated Ann Monk
Kim Fife and Ann Monk were appointed by acclamation to the Russell County Public Library Board for (3)
three-year terms, said terms ending October 12, 2024.
Bob Breimann was appointed by acclamation to the Russell County Public Library Board for a (4) four
year term, said term ending October 12, 2025
GARY DOTSON, JOHNNY JESSE, EUGENE FERGUSON, TONY MAXFIELD, MIKE O’QUINN, BARBARA
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
reappoint Gary Dotson, Johnny Jessee, Eugene Ferguson, Tony Maxfield, Mike O’Quinn, Barbara Cox,
Henry Stinson, and Carl Rhea to the Russell County Highway Safety Commission for (2) two-year terms,
said terms ending October 12, 2023. William Watson was appointed as a representative for the Russell
County Sheriff’s Department.
The vote was:
Aye: Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Abstain: Carl Rhea
ANGELA FARMER REAPPONTED TO THE CPMT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
reappoint Angela Farmer to the CPMT for a (3) three-year term, said term ending October 12, 2024.
The vote was:
Aye: Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Steve Breeding nominated Kathryn Easton
Rebecca Dye nominated Jo Ellen Harding
Tim Lovelace nominated Gregory Brown
Kathryn Easton - Four votes: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Carl Rhea and Oris Christian
Greg Brown - Four votes: Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton and Oris Christian
Jo Ellen Harding - Three votes: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, and Lou Wallace
Kathryn Easton appointed and Gregory Brown reappointed to the SWCC Advisory Board for (4) four-year
terms, said terms ending October 12, 2025.
HARRY FERGUSON AND DEANNA JACKSON APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY IDA
Steve Breeding nominated Nate Kiser, then withdrew his nomination
David Eaton nominated Burke Artrip
Carl Rhea nominated Roger Sword
Rebecca Dye nominated Harry Ferguson
Harry Ferguson – (4) Four votes:   Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, and Oris Christian
Roger Sword – (1) vote:  Carl Rhea
Burke Artrip – (2) votes:  David Eaton and Steve Breeding
Harry Ferguson was appointed to the Russell County IDA for a (4) four-year term, said term ending
October 12, 2025.
The Town of Lebanon appointed Deanna Jackson for a (4) four-year term, said term ending October 12,
2025.
APPROVAL TO TABLE THE OAK GROVE COMMUNITY CENTER BOARD APPOINTMENTS
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
table the Oak Grove Community Center appointments.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Citizens Comment
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
B. J. Keen, Cedar Bluff commented that the Board should consider passing a noise ordinance.
The Chair closed citizens comment period.
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF A VDOT RESOLUTION CLOSING RTE. 679 FOR A DRAINAGE CULVERT REPLACEMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VDOT Resolution Closing Rte. 679 (Thomas Warner Rd) for Drainage Culvert Replacement –
VDOT project 0679-0836P72, N501.
The vote was:
Kathryn Easton appointed and Gregory Brown reappointed to the SWCC Advisory Board for (4) four-year
terms, said terms ending October 12, 2026.
HARRY FERGUSON AND DEANNA JACKSON APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY IDA
Steve Breeding nominated Nate Kiser, then withdrew his nomination
David Eaton nominated Burke Artrip
Carl Rhea nominated Roger Sword
Rebecca Dye nominated Harry Ferguson
Harry Ferguson ~ (4) Four votes: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, and Oris Christian
Roger Sword ~ (1) vote: Carl Rhea
Burke Artrip — (2) votes: David Eaton and Steve Breeding
Harry Ferguson was appointed to the Russell County IDA for a (4) four-year term, said term ending
October 12, 2025.
The Town of Lebanon appointed Deanna Jackson for a (4) four-year term, said term ending October 12,
2025.
APPROVAL TO TABLE THE OAK GROVE COMMUNITY CENTER BOARD APPOINTMENTS
Motion made by Tim Lovelace, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
table the Oak Grove Community Center appointments.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Cltizens.c
The Chair opened citizens comment period.
B. J. Keen, Cedar Bluff commented that the Board should consider passing a noise ordinance.
The Chair closed citizens comment period.
County Administrator Reports and Requests
APPROVAL OF A VDOT RESOLUTION CLOSING RTE. 679 FOR A DRAINAGE CULVERT REPLACEMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VDOT Resolution Closing Rte. 679 (Thomas Warner Rd) for Drainage Culvert Replacement —
VDOT project 0679-0836P72, N501.
The vote was:
Aye:  Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A VRA RESOLUTION FOR THE COURTHOUSE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Virginia Resource Authority Resolution for Proceed Reimbursement in Connection with the
Courthouse Capital Improvement Project.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE VA COMMUNICATIONS INITIATIVE 2022
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
provide a letter of support for the Cumberland Plateau Planning District Commission for the Virginia
Telecommunications Initiative 2022.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF $100,000 C PROP GRANT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Cumberland Plateau Planning District Commission C Prop Grant in the amount of $100,000 for
the Three Rivers Destination Center.
The vote was:
Aye:  Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, and Rebecca Dye
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A $5000 DONATION TO THE VETERANS WALL OF HONOR
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a $5000 donation to the Fallen Warrior Project- Veterans Wall of Honor.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A MOA WITH SPEARHEAD TRAILS
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a MOA between Russell County and Spearhead Trails.
The vote was:
Aye:  Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
‘Aye: Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebeoca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
approve a Virginia Resource Authority Resolution for Proceed Reimbursement in Connection with the
Courthouse Capital Improvement Project.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE VA COMMUNICATIONS INITIATIVE 2022
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
provide a letter of support for the Cumberland Plateau Planning District Commission for the Virginia
Telecommunications Initiative 2022.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF $100,000 C PROP GRANT
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Oris Christian and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a Cumberland Plateau Planning District Commission C Prop Grant in the amount of $100,000 for
the Three Rivers Destination Center.
The vote was:
Aye: Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, and Rebecca Dye
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A $5000 DONATION TO THE VETERANS WALL OF HONOR
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a $5000 donation to the Fallen Warrior Project- Veterans Wall of Honor.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Car! Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A MOA WITH SPEARHEAD TRAILS
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a MOA between Russell County and Spearhead Trails.
The vote was:
Aye: Lou Wallace, Tim Lovelace, Carl Rhea, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF DENNIS G. LONG & SHARON M. LONG PLAT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a plat as presented by the Russell County Planning Commission for Denny G. Long and Sharon
M. Long.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FROM THE RCPL
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a travel request from the Russell County Public Library.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None

Clerk of the Board                                                                                            Chairperson
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF DENNIS G. LONG & SHARON M. LONG PLAT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Lou Wallace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a plat as presented by the Russell County Planning Commission for Denny G. Long and Sharon
M. Long
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FROM THE RCPL
Motion made by Lou Wallace, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a travel request from the Russell County Public Library.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO ADJOURN
Motion made by David Eaton, second Carl Rhea and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
adjourn.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Carl Rhea, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Clerk of the Board Chairperson