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September 12, 2022
A regular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, September
12, 2022 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
David Eaton
Steve Breeding
Rebecca Dye
Oris Christian
Absent:
Carl Rhea
Invocation by Caleb Johnson followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Presentations
Linda Skeens was recognized as the “Viral County Fair Queen” by the Board of Supervisors and was
presented a resolution in her honor.
The Board presented Russell County Country music band 49 Winchester with a resolution proclaiming
April 09 as the Annual “49 Winchester Day” in Russell County.
Dora Martin, representing Vet Fest gave the Board an overview of the Vet Fest event to be held on
September 24, 2022.
Cuba Porter, Chairman of The Russell County Public Service Authority gave an update on the fire
hydrants and PSA projects.
New Business
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 01, 2022 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding as duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 01, 2022 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
September 12, 2022
Aregular monthly meeting of the Russell County Board of Supervisors was held on Monday, September
12, 2022 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
David Eaton
Steve Breeding
Rebecca Dye
Oris Christian
Absent:
Carl Rhea
Invocation by Caleb Johnson followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Presentations
Linda Skeens was recognized as the “Viral County Fair Queen” by the Board of Supervisors and was
presented a resolution in her honor.
The Board presented Russell County Country music band 49 Winchester with a resolution proclaiming
April 09 as the Annual “49 Winchester Day” in Russell County.
Dora Martin, representing Vet Fest gave the Board an overview of the Vet Fest event to be held on
September 24, 2022.
Cuba Porter, Chairman of The Russell County Public Service Authority gave an update on the fire
hydrants and PSA projects.
New Business
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 01, 2022 MINUTES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding as duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the August 01, 2022 minutes and dispense with the reading thereof.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF GENERAL COUNTY INVOICES
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Oris Christian as duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve of general county invoices in the amount of $                                       , including reoccurring and
withholdings.
The vote was:
Aye:  Steve Breeding, Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton
Nay:  None
Committee Appointments
LISA HUBBARD APPOINTED TO THE TOURISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Lisa Hubbard to the Tourism Advisory Committee for a (2) two-year term, said term ending
August 01, 2024.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
HARRY FERGUSON APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY PSA
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Harry Ferguson to The Russell County Public Service Authority to fill the unexpired term of
Phillip Campbell, said term ending August 01, 2026.
The vote was:
Aye:  Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
KAREN DAVIS, SHARON SARGENT, SHARON VANDYKE AND JUDY ASHBROOK APPOINTED TO THE
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Motion made Steve Breeding, second David Eaton to re-appoint Karen Davis, Sharon Sargent, and
Sharon VanDyke and to appoint Judy Ashbrook to the Russell County Library Board of Trustees for (4)
four-year terms, said terms ending September 20, 2026.
The vote was:
Aye:   Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
MADDIE GORDON APPOINTED TO THE UPPER TENNESSEE RIVER ROUNDTABLE
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace to appoint Maddie Gordon to the Upper Tennessee
River Roundtable to fill the unexpired term of Nathaniel Rasnake, said term ending December 31, 2024.
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second Oris Christian as duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve of general county invoices in the amount of $ , including reoccurring and
withholdings.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, Oris Christian, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and David Eaton
Nay: None
mmit intent
LISA HUBBARD APPOINTED TO THE TOURISM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Motion made by David Eaton, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Lisa Hubbard to the Tourism Advisory Committee for a (2) two-year term, said term ending
August 01, 2024.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
HARRY FERGUSON APPOINTED TO THE RUSSELL COUNTY PSA
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
appoint Harry Ferguson to The Russell County Public Service Authority to fill the unexpired term of
Phillip Campbell, said term ending August 01, 2026.
The vote was:
Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian
Nay: None
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Motion made Steve Breeding, second David Eaton to re-appoint Karen Davis, Sharon Sargent, and
Sharon VanDyke and to appoint Judy Ashbrook to the Russell County Library Board of Trustees for (4)
four-year terms, said terms ending September 20, 2026.
The vote was:
Aye: Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
MADDIE GORDON APPOINTED TO THE UPPER TENNESSEE RIVER ROUNDTABLE
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace to appoint Maddie Gordon to the Upper Tennessee
River Roundtable to fill the unexpired term of Nathaniel Rasnake, said term ending December 31, 2024.
The vote was:
Aye:  Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Citizens Comment
Brandon Moore, Moccasin stated that the Moccasin solid waste site has been closing early.
Victor Hall, Castlewood commented that a water main leak flooded his garage, and the PSA was at fault.
Annie Stevens, New Garden Rescue Squad requested ARPA funds to help with the expenses of the all
the fire and rescue departments.
The following citizens spoke in favor of making Russell County a Pro-Life sanctuary:
Sandy Hess
Michelle Vance
Arnold King
Dr. Don Zampogna
Larry Hughes
Adam Hess
Stephen Damron
Scotty Perkins
Tim Whited
Cody Jackson
Michael Sautters
Gordon Colob
Kenny Bolling
Mike Dye
Jony Baker
Jonathan Edwards
Lynn Hess
Shelly Reynolds
Sue Hubbard
Jody Shelton
Kirby Meadows
Ericia Hubbard
Wayne Hubbard
Delana Bodmer
Nate Kiser
Paul Herndon
Darrell Fletcher
The Chair closed citizens’ comment.
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING RUSSELL COUNTY AS A PRO-LIFE SANCTUARY
The vote was:
‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton and Oris Christian
Nay: None
Citizens Comment
Brandon Moore, Moccasin stated that the Moccasin solid waste site has been closing early.
Victor Hall, Castlewood commented that a water main leak flooded his garage, and the PSA was at fault.
Annie Stevens, New Garden Rescue Squad requested ARPA funds to help with the expenses of the all
the fire and rescue departments.
The following citizens spoke in favor of making Russell County a Pro-Life sanctuary:
Sandy Hess
Michelle Vance
Arnold King
Dr. Don Zampogna
Larry Hughes
‘Adam Hess
Stephen Damron
Scotty Perkins
Tim Whited
Cody Jackson
Michael Sautters
Gordon Colob
Kenny Bolling
Mike Dye
Jony Baker
Jonathan Edwards
Lynn Hess
Shelly Reynolds
Sue Hubbard
Jody Shelton
Kirby Meadows
Ericia Hubbard
Wayne Hubbard
Delana Bodmer
Nate Kiser
Paul Herndon
Darrell Fletcher
The Chair closed citizens’ comment,
APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING RUSSELL COUNTY AS A PRO-
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
pass the original resolution (as written by Steve Breeding) proclaiming Russell County as a Pro-Life
Sanctuary.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
The Chair declared a 5- minute break.
The Chair reconvened the meeting.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as presented.
The vote was:
Aye:  Oris Christian, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
Constitutional Office Reports and Requests
Treasurer Alicia McGlothlin commented that tax tickets were ready to go out and due to increased
values, taxes would increase around 20%.   She also discussed the school reversion funds.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
COUNTY PERSONNEL POLICY INSURANCE INCENTIVE TO INCLUDE EMPLOYEES OF CONSTITUTIONAL
OFFICES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors
amend the Russell County Personnel Policy to include employees of constitutional offices in the
insurance retirement incentive.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A LANDFILL CONTRACT WITH POTESTA AND ASSOCIATES
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Russell County Landfill Consultant Contract with Potesta and Associates with modifications
to the contract as made by the County Attorney.
The vote was:
Aye:  Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
pass the original resolution (as written by Steve Breeding) proclaiming Russell County as a Pro-Life
Sanctuary.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
The Chair declared a 5- minute break.
The Chair reconvened the meeting.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the agenda as presented.
The vote was:
Aye: Oris Christian, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
Constitutional Office Reports and Requests
Treasurer Alicia McGlothlin commented that tax tickets were ready to go out and due to increased
values, taxes would increase around 20%. She also discussed the school reversion funds.
County Attorney Reports and Requests
COUNTY PERSONNEL POLICY INSURANCE INCENTIVE TO INCLUDE EMPLOYEES OF CONSTITUTIONAL
OFFICES
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors
amend the Russell County Personnel Policy to include employees of constitutional offices in the
insurance retirement incentive.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A LANDFILL CONTRACT WITH POTESTA AND ASSOCIATES
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the Russell County Landfill Consultant Contract with Potesta and Associates with modifications
to the contract as made by the County Attorney.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Tim Lovelace, David Eaton, Steve Breeding and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF $1000 PER MONTH IN ARPA FUNDS FOR FIRE AND RESCUE AGENCIES
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
allocate $1000 per month for 12 months to county fire and rescue agencies from ARPA funds.
The vote was:
Aye:  Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A VDOT DANTE DEPOT RENOVATION CONTRACT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VDOT Dante Depot Renovation Contract.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF THE DHCD DANTE SEWER LINE EXTENSION AGREEMENT
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the DHCD Sewer Line Extension Agreement.
The vote was:
Aye:  Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A DCJS VICTIM WITNESS GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $70,000
Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a DCJS Victim Witness Grant in the amount of $70,000.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO PURCHASE AN ICE TABULATOR FOR VOTER REGISTRATION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the purchase of an ICE Tabulator as requested by the Voter Registration office in the amount of
$8625.00.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A VDOT RESOLUTION -PROJECT 7058-097-105, G302, G303
APPROVAL OF $1000 PER MONTH IN ARPA FUNDS FOR FIRE AND RESCUE AGENCIES
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
allocate $1000 per month for 12 months to county fire and rescue agencies from ARPA funds.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A VDOT DANTE DEPOT RENOVATION CONTRACT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VDOT Dante Depot Renovation Contract.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF THE DHCD DANTE SEWER LINE EXTENSION AGREEMENT
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve the DHCD Sewer Line Extension Agreement.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A DCJS VICTIM WITNESS GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $70,000
Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a DCJS Victim Witness Grant in the amount of $70,000.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO PURCHASE AN ICE TABULATOR FOR VOTER REGISTRATION
Motion made by Steve Breeding, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
approve the purchase of an ICE Tabulator as requested by the Voter Registration office in the amount of
$8625.00
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A VDOT RESOLUTION -PROJECT 7058-097-105, G302, G303
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VDOT Resolution for Highway System – Project 7058-097-105, G302 and G303.
The vote was:
Aye:  Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A CSA SUPPLEMENT REQUEST IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,141.09
Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a CSA Supplement request in the amount of $11,141.09.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF $356,522.13 RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD REVERSION FUNDS CORRECTION
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept the correction of Russell County Schools reversion funds in the amount of $356,522.13.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
ACCEPTANCE OF A $43,265.96 NATIONAL OPIOIDS SETTLEMENT PAYMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a National Opioids settlement payment in the amount of $43,265.96.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE FOR A TOURISM COORDINATOR
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
advertise for a Russell County Tourism Coordinator.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF RC PLANNING COMMISSION PLAT FOR GREGORY & AUDREY TILLER
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a plat for Gregory and Audrey Tiller as requested by the Russell County Planning Commission.
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second Tim Lovelace and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a VDOT Resolution for Highway System — Project 7058-097-105, G302 and 6303,
The vote was:
‘Aye: Rebecca Dye, Tim Lovelace, Steve Breeding, David Eaton, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A CSA SUPPLEMENT REQUEST IN THE AMOUNT OF $11,141.09
Motion made by David Eaton, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a CSA Supplement request in the amount of $11,141.09,
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF $356,522.13 RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD REVERSION FUNDS CORRECTION
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to.
accept the correction of Russell County Schools reversion funds in the amount of $356,522.13.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
ACCEPTANCE OF A $43,265.96 NATIONAL OPIOIDS SETTLEMENT PAYMENT
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
accept and appropriate a National Opioids settlement payment in the amount of $43,265.96.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE FOR A TOURISM COORDINATOR
Motion made by David Eaton, second Steve Breeding and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
advertise for a Russell County Tourism Coordinator.
The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF RC PLANNING COMMISSION PLAT FOR GREGORY & AUDREY TILLER
Motion made by Rebecca Dye, second David Eaton and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
approve a plat for Gregory and Audrey Tiller as requested by the Russell County Planning Commission
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FOR THE RC PUBLIC LIBRARY
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 Public Library.
The vote was:
Aye:  David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay:  None
OCTOBER BOARD MEETING TO HELD ON OCTOBER 06, 2022
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
move the October 03, 2022 Board of Supervisors meeting to Thursday, October 06, 2022.
The vote was:
Aye:  Oris Christian, Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace and Lou Wallace
Nay:  None
______________________        ____________________
Clerk of the Board                           Chairperson

The vote was:
‘Aye: David Eaton, Rebecca Dye, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Oris Christian and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
APPROVAL OF A TRAVEL REQUEST FOR THE RC PUBLIC LIBRARY
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 Public Library.
The vote was:
Aye: David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace, Lou Wallace, Rebecca Dye and Oris Christian
Nay: None
OCTOBER BOARD MEETING TO HELD ON OCTOBER 06, 2022
Motion made by Oris Christian, second Rebecca Dye and duly approved by the Board of Supervisors to
move the October 03, 2022 Board of Supervisors meeting to Thursday, October 06, 2022.
The vote was:
‘Aye: Oris Christian, Rebecca Dye, David Eaton, Steve Breeding, Tim Lovelace and Lou Wallace
Nay: None
Clerk of the Board Chairperson