Bill bypasses local decision-making authority to make battery energy storage a permitted use on all approved utility-scale solar land. SB 443 (McPike) makes utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) a by-right use on any parcel
Bill bypasses local decision-making authority to make battery energy storage a permitted use on all approved utility-scale solar land. SB 443 (McPike) makes utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) a by-right use on any parcel
Pursuant to legislation adopted in the 2023 legislative session, Section 36-139.9 of the Code of Virginia directs the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
RICHMOND (August 3, 2023)—The Virginia Association of Counties (VACo) is pleased to announce the 33 recipients of the 2023 Achievement Awards, which recognize excellence in
Location: Courthouse Square / Main Street Built: 1766 – 1767 Style: Georgian Architect: Unknown Contractor: Unknown Description: The building faces south and is a one
On July 18, members of the Behavioral Health Commission met at the Richmond Behavioral Health Authority, where they adopted a strategic plan and received several
Pictured is the Gold-Certified Virginia Pollinator Smart Solar Facility at Cople Elementary School in Westmoreland County. Photo is taken after second growing season. The Virginia
On July 20th, the Commission on Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) met for the first time. This Commission is comprised of Virginia legislators and
On July 25th, the Virginia Board of Education (VBOE) convened for its annual retreat. In addition to certain housekeeping items, VBOE elected a new President
VACo held its sixth of eight regional meetings for 2023 on June 28th, at the Robert Russa Moton Museum in Prince Edward County. VACo staff
On July 10th, the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) met to present several reports, one of which was a long-anticipated review of Virginia’s
Location: 120 North Main Street / Wenonah Avenue Built: 1834 – 1836 Style: Colonial Revival Architect: Thomas Mercer Contractor: Thomas Mercer Description: The building faces
We’re excited to unveil our 89th Annual Conference logo! See you on November 12-14 in beautiful Bath County! VACo 89th Annual ConferenceNovember 12 – 14,
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