Administration

Note from the County Administrator

It’s a beautiful time in Greene County! The trunk or treating has started, the leaves are at peak color, and the unusually warm temperatures means bonus time enjoying outdoor activities that taper off as it gets colder. It’s easy to forget that we are only weeks away from one of my favorite holidays, Thanksgiving. I love the notion of coming together, sharing food and company, and giving thanks. There is no tradition of giving gifts to complicate and distract from our enjoyment of each other. These are important concepts and it’s probably why just about every culture around the world has a mid-autumn holiday of a harvest festival and feast, many lasting several days. I hope you have a chance to participate in many of the upcoming community activities, including those sponsored by the Greene County Parks and Recreation like “Paws in the Park.” I look forward to continuing to hear from you about what you love best about Greene County, and what opportunities you’d like us to explore.  

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Public Safety

Greene Assists at Quaker Run Wildfire in Madison

Greene County Emergency Medical Services personnel, as well as our Director of Emergency Management and volunteer firefighters, have been on scene in Madison County for the last several days to assist as the Virginia Department of Forestry battles a wildfire that has grown to more than 400 acres as of October 30, 2023. Photo right shows the 7:30 a.m. briefing held each day.

Lt. Nicole Carpenter and Paramedic Kristen Rogers assisted with the EMS Operations at Quaker Run Road.

Lt. Chuck Stockton and EMT Kiersten Parkinson were the EMS crew for Monday, October 30, 2023.

Greene County Director of Emergency Services Melissa Meador has been assisting Madison County's Emergency Management Officials with logistcal issues on scene.

Greene Prepares for Emergency with Simulation

The Greene County Emergency Operations Center was opened for a simulated emergency test on Saturday, Oct. 7. Participants included: Greene County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team); Greene County Emergency Medical Services; Greene County Emergency Management; Greene County Communications Center; the Greene County Amateur Radio Club; the Red Cross; and Greene County Administration. The goal of the exercise was to assess the overall capability of local resources and identify gaps in those capabilities under an emergency scenario. We thank all the participants for assisting that day and will be holding additional coordinated exercises like these in the future. One thing that was learned during this exercise is that the Emergency Operations Center needed an upgrade to purchase a smart board that can display maps that everyone in the room can see. A grant from the state in late October for $3,500.00 will allow Emergency Management to purchase one.

Community Development

What is coming to Greene

A new page has been added to the County website where preliminary and final site and subdivision plans can be reviewed. Plans will be uploaded onto the site in the next few weeks so that the community may view current and proposed development plans. Updates can be viewed by going to the following link:  https://www.greenecountyva.gov/government/depts/planning-zoning/site-subdivision-plan-submittals .

Pre-applications have been submitted for two proposed residential projects. Both projects will require public hearings at both the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors before approval. As no applications have been filed to date, there is no hearings scheduled. The proposed projects are detailed below:

This pre-application is for a possible request for a Special Use Permit to add 60

more mobile homes to the Ruckersville Mobile Home Park at the corner of

 Preddy Creek Road and Matthew Mill Road in Ruckersville.

This pre-application is for a possible neighborhood that would consist of 254 townhomes/duplexes/single-family/and multifamily units to be located behind the

proposed WaWa at the corner of U.S. Route 33 east and U.S. Route 29 north in Ruckersville.

Land disturbance permits have recently been issued for the following projects:

Creekside

The Creekside Planned Unit Development will include 1,100 townhomes and detached single family homes on Preddy Creek Road. Southern Development will begin clearing, grubbing, and burning the current vegetation on 50 acres of Phase 1 of this project. Although inconvenient and annoying, it is legal for them to burn if it meets Forestry’s guidelines during fire season (Feb-April). Neither the County nor DEQ has regulations prohibiting the open burning of trees, nor does it require any citizen to throw woody debris in the landfill rather than burn it. Our inspectors will be driving by the site several times through the process to ensure that only debris from the location was burnt.  The developer’s contact information is provided below if you have concerns:



CHARLIE ARMSTRONG | Vice President

O 434.245.0894 x 108

[email protected]

SOUTHERN DEVELOPMENT HOMES

southern-development.com

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Voter Registration

Last day to vote early is Saturday, Nov. 4

The last day to vote early in Virginia is Saturday, Nov. 4. The Registrar's Office will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. this week, including Saturday. Election Day voting at precincts is from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7. If you are not certain which precinct to vote, please call the office at (434) 985-5213 to verify. The precincts vote at the following locations:

• Dyke Precinct-Dyke Fire Station, 9144 Dyke Rd, Dyke
• Swift Run Precinct-Greene County Tech Center, 10415 Spotswood Trail, Stanardsville
• Ruckersville Precinct-Holiday Inn Express, 5920 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville
• Stanardsville Precinct-PVCC Community Room, 222 Main St., Stanardsville
• Stanardsville Town Precinct-PVCC, 222 Main St., Stanardsville
• Midway Precinct-Ruckersville Elementary School, 105 Progress Pl, Ruckersville

Treasurer

Personal Property & Real Estate taxes due Dec. 5

The second half of the personal property and real estate taxes for calendar year 2023 are due to the Treasurer's Office by Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Taxes can be paid in advance of the due date. Payment can be made by cash, check, money order, and debit/credit cards. Debit/Credit Cards are charged a 2.5% convenience fee with a $1.00 minimum amount.

You can use the drop box or pay in the office, at 36 Stanard St., in Stanardsville. Please do not leave cash in the drop box. The Treasurer's Office Normal Window Hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Extended Window Hours of 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. will be held on Dec. 1, Dec. 4, and Dec. 5.

To pay via mail, payments must be postmarked by the Post Office by Dec. 5, to avoid penalty and interest charges. Mail to Greene County Treasurer, PO Box 157, Stanardsville VA 22973.

You can pay online at paygov.us. The Pay Location Code is PLC#3435. You will need account numbers and the amounts.

To pay by phone, call (866) 480-8552 (Paygov). Pay Location Code is PLC#3435 and you will need account numbers and the amount.

For further information, contact the Treasuer's Office at (434) 985-1456.

Commissioner of Revenue

Land Use Forms due Nov. 2

For those who received forms from the Commissioner of Revenue's Office, the Land Use Revalidation Forms are due by November 2, 2023. Forms will be accepted until December 31, 2023 with a late fee assessed. For more information about the program, contact Commissioner Kim Tate at (434) 985-5211, or by email at [email protected], or visit the office at 15 Ford Ave. in Stanardsville.

Parks & Recreation

Paws in the Park on Nov. 4

Join us for GCPR's Paws in the Park - A Day of Fun for All! 

Date: Saturday, 11/4

Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: Greene County Community Park, 512 Jeri Allen Way, Ruckersville, VA 22968

Get ready for a pawsitively wonderful day at Greene County Parks & Recreations' Paws in the Park event! This event is a celebration of our love for animals, and we're excited to share it with you. Paws in the Park is more than just a fun day out. It's about promoting the benefits of the Greene County Animal Shelter, inspiring compassion for all living beings, and supporting animal welfare, dog adoptions, and responsible pet ownership in our Greene County community.

Event Highlights:

An enjoyable hike through the scenic park trails with your leashed pets. Well-behaved, leashed pets are more than welcome (please, no retractable leashes). Ensure your dog's up-to-date tags are displayed for their safety.

Vendor Showcase: We're thrilled to host a fantastic lineup of vendors from Greene County and surrounding areas. You'll find non-profits, pet stores, pet crafters, pet trainers and even representatives from Greene County Animal Control. This is a perfect opportunity to discover great products and resources for your furry friends.

Dog-Friendly Stations: Throughout the park, we'll have interactive stations to keep your pets entertained. You can build your own pup cup, enjoy musical sits, create a Dog Pawprint card, and even let your dog try their luck at bobbing for tennis balls!

Food and Refreshments: The Battle Bus Snacks food truck will be on-site, ensuring you won't go hungry during the event. Grab a bite to eat and some refreshments to keep you energized.

Registration Information: To secure your spot for Paws in the Park, please register online at www.playgreene.com or call GCPR at 434-422-6059. Walk-in registrations are welcomed, but preregistrations are preferred. Follow the link below to register NOW!

https://greenecountyva.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30934&fbclid=IwAR1-m3qbJHW-z3A8QH-c1eaOZ0YHIR-sQSNhq9CKpDQUDGM8aHOuPIc3Jvc

Got questions or need more details? Don't hesitate to contact Sean at [email protected]. We're here to help and make this event a memorable one for you and your furry companions.

Let's come together to celebrate our pets, enjoy the beautiful park, and support a worthy cause. Bring your family and leashed furry friends to Paws in the Park on 11/4. It's a free event and open to the entire community. We can't wait to see you there

Make pies to feed Greene’s less fortunate families and elderly on Monday, November 20, 2023, at Grace Episcopal Church Hall (at the corner of Main and Ford Avenue, Stanardsville, VA.) Cost is $7 per youth.

GO TO https://tinyurl.com/20234-HPIE to register, NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17. 

All youth must be enrolled in 4-H. 

Go to https://v2.4honline.com/

Join us for a Fun Hands-on Workshop for 4-H members and up! (Parents are encouraged to come, too.) Each child will help make Thanksgiving pies for less fortunate families in Greene, and then take home a personal-sized pie for themselves! Our goal is to bake at least 50 pies for local families in need.

• WE ARE LIMITING NUMBERS FOR EACH SESSION TO TEN YOUTH, 9-12 YEARS OF AGE, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE CLOVERBUD (must be at least 5, but no older than 8 by September 30, 2024) SESSION AT 2:00 P.M.

• TEEN VOLUNTEERS MAY SIGN UP FOR ONE OR MORE SESSIONS BY CONTACTING KATHY ALSTAT AT [email protected] or 434-985-5236.

• We need donations of apples, eggs, canned pumpkin, canned evaporated milk, sugar, shortening and flour.

• Sign up for one of these sessions: 

• 2:00-3:00 p.m.(Cloverbuds only)
• 3:30-4:30 p.m. 
• 5:00-6:00 p.m.
• 6:30-7:30 p.m.
• 7:30-8:30 p.m.

PLEASE REGISTER BY 4 P.M. November 19! $50 Return Check Fee. No refunds after November 17. Make checks payable to VCE Greene

Mail or deliver forms and payment to: Greene County Extension Office, 10013 Spotswood Trail, Stanardsville, VA 22973

For more information, call 434-985-5236 or email [email protected].

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