Fluvanna Area News (FAN Mail) is an email information service of Fluvanna County government to help keep residents and others informed of happenings around the county. These periodic emails include information about upcoming public meetings, county- or schools-sponsored community events, and other topics of general interest. Read more. Please share with family, friends, and neighbors.
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FAN Mail Volume 37 | September 29, 2023 | |
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Pearson Mass Appraisal is beginning their reassessment work for 2025, and will be visiting each property in Fluvanna County. Appraisers will be visiting properties throughout the County from now until late 2024, and will be traveling in vehicles with "Fluvanna Reassessment" signs. For additional information, please call the Commissioner of the Revenue Office at (434) 591-1940.
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Fluvanna County Employment Opportunities | |
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The County of Fluvanna is recruiting for the position of a Planner/GIS Technician, this is a Full-time non-exempt hourly position.
Performs intermediate-level professional work in a variety of planning, zoning, and mapping assignments in the Community Development Department; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Director of Community Development
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Planning
• Responds to inquiries and provide information regarding GIS data, site plans, subdivisions, and other planning processes, as needed.
• Assists with staff reports for the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors, and Board of Zoning Appeals.
• Presents and analyzes projects for the Technical Review Committee, as needed. • Analyzes, develops, and/or presents spatial data to County Administrator, Planning Commission, and Board of Supervisors members, as requested.
• Reviews site plan and subdivision applications; assists with requests for special use permits and variances.
• Provides support and assistance to the Director of Community Development with the enforcement of zoning and subdivision regulations, as needed.
• Assists with planning and community development grants. • Completes zoning and setback verification for building inspectors, as needed. GIS
• Maintains Shapefiles of all County GIS layers.
• Utilizes ArcMap to create land parcel maps.
• Serves as County liaison for third-party WebGIS layer updates and corrections.
• Performs related tasks as required
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Fluvanna County provides excellent benefits
(health, dental, and vision, flex spending, life, disability, retirement).
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, references,
Fluvanna County is an Equal Opportunity and
V3 "Virginia Values Veterans" Certified Employer
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Boards, Commissions, & Committees | |
Want to make a difference in your community?
The Fluvanna County Board of Supervisors is always looking for residents who want to serve their community through appointment to a Board, Commission, or Committee.
More information about Fluvanna County Boards and Commissions can be found here.
Current and Upcoming Vacancies
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Boards, Commissions, Committees
Meetings Calendar
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Legend:
BOS = Board of Supervisors | PC = Planning Commission | EB = Electoral Board |
JRWA = James River Water Authority | EDA = Economic Development Authority |
SSB = Social Services Board | PR = Parks & Recreation | BOE = Board of Equalization
Click on Meeting Links below for additional information.
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Upcoming Public Hearings
Wed, September 20, 2023
Wed, October 4, 2023
Tue, October 10, 2023
Wed, October 11, 2023
Wed, October 18, 2023
Wed, November 1, 2023
Wed, November 8, 2023
Tue, November 8, 2023
Wed, November 15, 2023
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Fluvanna County Community Development
Douglas Miles, Director of Community Development
Mailing Address: PO Box 540, Palmyra, VA 22963
Web | Phone: 434-591-1910 | Fax: 434-591-1911
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Planning and Zoning
Douglas Miles , Zoning Administrator
434-591-1910
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Building Inspections
Andy Wills, Building Official
434-591-1935
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The Fluvanna County Economic Development Office recently launched a new campaign, “Find Fluvanna. Find Your Flow,” to highlight exciting adventures conveniently located in the heart of Virginia. Whether it’s agribusiness, art, history, or outdoor activities, the multifaceted campaign highlights Fluvanna County as the perfect place for visitors to find their flow, while still feeling the familiar comfort of a small-town community.
Check out the new Find Fluvanna brand and website here.
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Fluvanna Farmer's Market
Every Sunday April through October
11:00am - 2:00pm
106 Crofton Plaza in the field in front of Ace Hardware
Local Produce and Crafts, Live Music and Food Trucks, something for everyone.
Bringing the county together since 2020!
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Fluvanna County Economic Development
Jennifer Schmack
Director of Economic Development
PO Box 540
132 Main Street
Palmyra, VA 22963
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Are you ready for hurricane season?
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Debbie Smith
Emergency Management Coordinator
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Jim True
Emergency Services Supervisor
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Cyndi Hoffman, Librarian
Fluvanna County Public Library, 214 Commons Blvd., Palmyra, VA 22963
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“Just a Good Ol’ Fashion Trunk or Treat!”
The Semi-Scary Haunted Trail and Trunk or Treat is free and open to the public, starts at 6:30pm and ends at 8:30pm.
If you plan on handing out candy or treats from a trunk you must Register your Vehicle’s Trunk at https://fluvanna.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1844 or call (434) 589-2016 Monday thru Friday, 9am - 4pm.
Trunks must be registered by 12 Noon, Thursday, October 26th!
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Enjoy the evening sky by observing and identifying celestial events in the park each month. Observations will occur each month at the start of the new moon phase for optimum sky lighting conditions. Meeting times will vary, due to changing sunset and new moon times. Bring your sky viewing equipment, if you have items like binoculars, and telescopes, to aid in celestial observations. If you want to use your cell phone as a star gazing aid, consider downloading the astronomical apps that are offered for no cost for Apple and Android cell phones. The Apple program is called "Sky Guide”, and the Android program is called "Sky View Lite".
Please register in advance for free: https://fluvanna.recdesk.com
Star Gazing in the Park meets and parks in the front field of Pleasant Grove Park, adjacent to Rt. 53.
October 20: Please arrive no later than 6:00 pm. A guide will help you park in the designated parking area. Bring your sky viewing equipment to view the Orionids meteor shower. Viewing will end at 10:00 pm and all visitors must depart the park by 10:15pm. An alternate meeting date will be October 21 should the weather be unacceptable on the 20th.
November 17: Please arrive no later than 5:00 pm. A guide will help you park in the designated parking area. Bring your sky viewing equipment to view the Leonids meteor shower. Viewing will end at 10:00 pm and all visitors must depart the park by 10:15pm. An alternate meeting date will be November 18 should the weather be unacceptable on the 17th.
December 8: Please arrive no later than 5:00 pm. A guide will help you park in the designated parking area. Bring your sky viewing equipment to view the Ursids meteor shower. Viewing will end at 10:00 pm and all visitors must depart the park by 10:15pm. An alternate meeting date will be December 9 should the weather be unacceptable on the 8.
During star gazing events, amateur astronomers may be available to discuss and help identify interesting celestial activities.
Children MUST be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
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Mountain Biking at Pleasant Grove
We will be providing beginner group rides for anyone who would like to know more about the trail system at Pleasant Grove. Riders will learn and fine tune basic riding skills while experiencing the extensive trail system in a supportive setting of like-minded riders. Bring a bike, helmet, water bottle and snack and be ready to ride.
If you have a bike that needs a tune up, message Fluvanna Trail Guy or call 434-987-9379.
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Fluvanna County Parks and Recreation
Aaron Spitzer, Director of Parks and Recreation
Mailing Address: PO Box 70, Palmyra, VA 22963
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Pleasant Grove House and Museum
Phone: 434-589-2016
Physical Address:
271 Pleasant Grove Dr
Palmyra, VA 22963
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Fluvanna Community Center
Phone: 434-842-3150
Physical Address:
5725 James Madison Hwy
Fork Union, VA 23055
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Department of Social Services | |
Fluvanna County Department of Social Services
Kim Mabe, Director
Physical Address:
Carysbrook Complex, 8880 James Madison Highway, Fork Union, VA 23055
Mailing Address:
PO Box 98, Fork Union, VA 23055
Telephone: (434) 842-8221 | Fax: (434) 842-2776
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Fluvanna County Sheriff's Office
Eric Hess, Sheriff
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Crime Tip HOTline
Phone:
(434) 589-8211 (24 hours)
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 113, Palmyra, VA 22963
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Physical Address:
160 Commons Blvd., Palmyra, Virginia 22963
Administrative Office Hours:
M-F 8:30am - 4:30pm
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Physical Address: 265 Turkeysag Trail, Suite 115, Palmyra, VA 22963
Mailing Address: PO Box 44, Palmyra, VA 2963
Office Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday-Friday, excluding Holidays
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Blue Ridge Health District
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Fluvanna County Health Department
County Administration Building
132 Main Street
Palmyra, VA 22963
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Health Clinic
(Immunizations, WIC, Family Planning, etc.)
2nd Floor
434-591-1960
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Environmental Health
(Water, septic, Vital Records, etc.)
1st Floor
434-591-1965
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Fluvanna County Cooperative Extension Office | |
Physical Address:
5725 James Madison Highway
Fork Union, VA 23055
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 518
Fork Union, VA 23055
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Hours:
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Phone: 434-591-1950
Fax: 434-591-1951
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Master Gardeners/Master Naturalists | |
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Rivanna Master Naturalists
Bring the family and enjoy a Virginia Master Naturalist-led Monthly Hike on the first Saturday of each month at 10 AM. Please register in advance: Eric Armentrout at 434-842-3150 or email at earmentrout@fluvannacounty.org or online at Programs (recdesk.com)
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Fluvanna Master Gardeners
The Fluvanna Master Gardeners Horticultural Help Desk at the Fluvanna Public Library is Open for the Summer!
The Help Desk is staffed from 2 to 5pm every Tuesday until October. Come visit us to chat about all things horticultural. We're here to answer your gardening questions.
You can also get help by contacting us here or through the Help Desk tab at the top of any of our web-pages and completing the Contact Us form.
You can also call the Fluvanna Virginia Cooperative Education office in Fork Union at 434-591-1950 and ask the staff to convey your message to us.
Children MUST be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
Monthly Hikes on the 1st Saturday of the month. See Calendar for details.
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Fluvanna County Public Schools | |
Adult Education
Learning is life-long! Choose the time and class that is best for you. Pre-GED, GED, & ESL.
All classes take place in the School Administration Building at 14455 James Madison Hwy, Palmyra, VA 22963
Online classes call 434-961-5461
In-person classes Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am-Noon
Families Learning Together
Classes available Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays 9:00am-2:00pm
(Must have a child ages birth - 10years old)
Learn to speak English - aprender ingles.
Fluvanna County Adult Education Classes are FREE!
Call (434) 842-9273 or (434) 589-1623 for information.
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Fluvanna County Public Schools
Dr. Peter Gretz, Superintendent
14455 James Madison Highway | Palmyra, Virginia 22963
Phone: 434-589-8208 | Fax: 434-589-5393
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Interagency Council & Regional Partners | |
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The Fluvanna County Interagency Council is comprised of over 25 local and regional human service organizations.
Mission:
- A network of human service agencies and organizations committed to improving resources and services to meet the needs of the Fluvanna community.
Vision:
- A community that partners to improve the quality of lives.
Values:
- Every person has something to contribute to the community.
- All people have dignity and worth and deserve respect
- Community Collaboration through effective communication
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The Fluvanna-Louisa Housing Foundation has been expanding capacity and needs volunteers with skill sets. Do you have an interest in helping neighbors and have skills that would benefit the community? The Foundation is seeking to expand its volunteer base and fill the following four positions critical to accomplishing our goals and mission.
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Volunteer Administrator
- Volunteer Fundraising Assistance
- Volunteer Access Ramp Coordinator
If you are interested in any of the listed positions, please respond to KHyland@louisa.org.
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Join SARA at Upcoming Events
Fairhaven Guest House Open House and Art Show
Saturday and Sunday, September 30 and October 1, from 12-7pm
Join us for the 3rd Annual Art Show and Open House with artist Flame Bilyue. This event will benefit SARA and include refreshments from local restaurants and businesses, art-based activities for kids and adults, and artist demonstrations!
Time, Talent, and Treasure
Saturday and Sunday, October 28 and October 29, time TBA
Held at Moose's By The Creek, more details and spooky flash designs coming soon!
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Region Ten CSB September/October 2023 Events and updates
October 11 @ 12:30pm - 1:30pm: REVIVE Overdose Reversal Training
Email revive@regionten.org to register and receive a link for the training.
To help address substance use needs during the pandemic, Region Ten is now offering virtual REVIVE training classes. The FREE training helps friends, family members, and other responders to learn to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose. Free Narcan is available to participants who want it after completing the course.
October 13 @ 8:30am - 3:30pm FREE: CRI Course Two: Trauma-Supportive Training
The Community Resilience Initiative (CRI) has developed courses to teach parents, schools, medical professionals, mental health practitioners, and any community member interested in learning more about toxic stress and how individuals and communities build resilience across the lifespan.
CRI Course 2: Trauma-Supportive is a 6-hour course that covers the science of resiliency and shares promising strategies to build culturally and contextually resilient individuals and communities.
All training will happen virtually through zoom and is open to members of the public. Preregistration is required through eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-resilience-initiativecourse-two-trauma-supportive-training-tickets-647313631497. For questions please email MHFA@regionten.org.
*You must complete CRI Course 1 in order to take Course 2*
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Utility News and Alerts for Fluvanna County | |
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Firefly is making headlines for a very frustrating reason
CBS19 News Story
Firefly customers in multiple different areas experienced outages over the weekend due to dove hunters shooting at doves perched on power and communication lines. The unlawful destruction of this fiber is not only a nuisance to customers affected by the outage, but costly to Firefly and the Cooperative that owns the fiber.
We are working hard each day to bring high-speed, reliable internet to rural communities in Virginia. These unfortunate events force us to redirect efforts toward repair and restoration of service and slow our progress.
Please help us prevent this unnecessary disruption of your service. We urge you to remind your neighbors to never shoot at or through power and communication lines.
It is dangerous. It is costly. It is a FEDERAL OFFENSE!
Firefly Fiber Broadband
PO Box 359, Lovingston, VA 22949
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Dominion Energy Information
Central Virginia Electric Cooperative (CVEC) Information
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Fluvanna County Contact Information | | |
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Mozell H. Booker, Chair - Fork Union District
Patricia Eager, Vice Chair - Palmyra District
John M. Sheridan - Columbia District
Chris Fairchild - Cunningham District
Tony O'Brien - Rivanna District
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Fluvanna County Administration
PO Box 540 | 132 Main Street | Palmyra, VA 22963
P: (434) 591-1910 | F: (434) 591-1913
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