Planning & Zoning November 6
Planning and Zoning considered commercial, retail, medical and residential development across the county.
Public Library Board October 21
Residents continue to be frustrated by lack of support for the Chapin Memorial Library and for including a conservative publication in the library’s periodicals selection. The board addressed budget reports, expansion of the Florence branch, a proposed code of ethics and other matters.
Planning & Zoning October 16
The October 16 Planning & Zoning meeting saw the denial of one multi-family development proposal, with many attending to speak in opposition.
Planning & Zoning September 4
Nearly all proposals discussed at the September 4 Planning Commission meeting dealt with affordable housing options to meet the needs of the county’s growing population.
Planning & Zoning August 21
Proposals under consideration further expand multi-family development, including one by the developer of a single-family subdivision who committed in writing to not build multi-family units.
Public Library Board August 19
The August 19 meeting introduced two new library employees and discussed such issues as wi-fi and hotspot access, progress on the new Walton branch, residents’ use of the Chapin Memorial Library, fiscal reports, sale of library property and other issues.
Planning & Zoning August 7
The report from the August 7 Planning & Zoning meeting includes new proposals for multi-family units off Mount Zion Road, Gunpowder Road, and Dixie Highway. Public hearings or final action on several proposals is scheduled for September 4.
Planning & Zoning July 24
The Local Issues Committee notifies of two series of public meetings regarding Boone County’s Long Range/Comprehensive Plan and updates on action to allow cannabis businesses.
Public Library Board July 15
The July 15 meeting brought Petersburg residents some positive acknowledgement regarding the Chapin Memorial Library and two new trustees dug into issues and accounting procedures.
Planning & Zoning July 3
Local Issues Committee chair Randy Stigall notes that changes proposed at the July 3 meeting would, if approved, permit construction of 742 multi-family/condo units.