AC44 Events
AC44 Community Check-In
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902
Time: 6-8 pm
Everyone is invited to join us for an informative presentation on the AC44 Comprehensive Plan where community members will gain valuable insights into the following key areas:
- Current Status of the AC44 Process: Understand where we stand in the development of the comprehensive plan and what steps are next in the rollout.
- Growth Management Policy: Explore the overarching guidance that shapes our land use and development strategies, including how these policies apply to both rural and development areas.
- Land Use Topics: Delve into specific land use categories, including the future land use map and the importance of activity centers in promoting density and multimodal transportation.
This session is designed to empower you with knowledge and encourage your active participation in shaping our community's future. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation!
AC44 Board of Supervisors Work Session: Growth Management Policy
Time: 3:45 pm (please note that this agenda item may begin earlier or later depending on the timing of prior agenda items; the Board of Supervisors day meeting begins at 1 pm)
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
To participate online:
- Visit: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/89529556286
- Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
To participate by telephone:
- iPhone one-tap: 1-301-715-8592, Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- Telephone: 888-788-0099 (Toll Free), Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acchW2nhr4
At the October 16 work session, the Board will provide feedback on the draft Growth Management Policy and draft factors for monitoring the utilization of the Development Areas.
Materials for the Board of Supervisors meeting are available on the County website here.
AC44 Board Work Session - Community Facilities
Time: 3:15 pm (please note that this agenda item may begin earlier or later depending on the timing of prior agenda items; the Board of Supervisors day meeting begins at 1 pm)
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
To participate online:
- Visit: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/89529556286
- Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
To participate by telephone:
- iPhone one-tap: 1-301-715-8592, Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- Telephone: 888-788-0099 (Toll Free), Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acchW2nhr4
At the April 3 work session, the Board will provide feedback on draft goals and objectives for the following Plan chapter: Community Facilities.
Materials for the Board of Supervisors meeting will be available on the County website here, approximately one week prior to the meeting.
AC44 Board Work Session - Development Areas and Rural Area
Time: 2:45 pm (please note that this agenda item may begin earlier or later depending on the timing of prior agenda items; the Board of Supervisors day meeting begins at 1 pm)
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
To participate online:
- Visit: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/89529556286
- Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
To participate by telephone:
- iPhone one-tap: 1-301-715-8592, Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- Telephone: 888-788-0099 (Toll Free), Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acchW2nhr4
At the March 20 work session, the Board will provide feedback on draft goals and objectives for the following Plan chapters: Rural Area Land Use and Transportation and Development Areas Land Use and Transportation.
Materials for the Board of Supervisors meeting will be available on the County website here, approximately one week prior to the meeting.
AC44 Planning Commission Work Session - Rural Area Land Use and Transportation
Time: 4 - 5:30 pm
Location: Room 241 in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
At the March 12 work session, the Planning Commission will discuss the draft goals and objectives for the Rural Area Land Use and Transportation chapter.
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting will be available approximately one week prior to the meeting here.
Online:
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
AC44 Planning Commission Work Session: Rural Area Land Use and Transportation Draft Goals and Objectives
Time: 4 - 5:30 pm
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
At the February 27 work session, the Planning Commission will discuss the draft goals and objectives for the Rural Area Land Use and Transportation chapter.
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting will be available approximately one week prior to the meeting here.
Online:
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
AC44 Planning Commission Work Session - Development Areas Land Use and Transportation and Community Facilities
Time: starting at 4:00 pm; continued after 6:00 pm public hearing
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
At the February 13 work session, the Planning Commission will discuss the draft goals and objectives for the following Comprehensive Plan chapters: Development Areas Land Use and Transportation and Community Facilities.
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting will be available approximately one week prior to the meeting here.
Online:
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Land Use and Transportation in the Rural Area (Esmont Location)
Location: Yancey School Community Center
7625 Porters Rd, Esmont, VA 22937
Time: 3-5 pm
This meeting is an opportunity to share feedback on draft transportation and land use recommendations for Albemarle County’s Rural Area. Discussion topics will include land conservation programs, crossroads communities, resilience hubs, rural transportation planning, and community health and well-being. The AC44 team will share a presentation on these Rural Area topics, followed by questions and discussion.
Land Use and Transportation Planning in the Rural Area (Batesville Location)
Location: Batesville United Methodist Church
6670 Plank Rd, Afton, VA 22920
Time: 6-8 pm
This meeting is an opportunity to share feedback on draft transportation and land use recommendations for Albemarle County’s Rural Area. Discussion topics will include land conservation programs, crossroads communities, resilience hubs, and rural transportation planning. The AC44 team will share a presentation on these Rural Area topics, followed by questions and discussion.
AC44 Multimodal Planning and Land Use - Pantops Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
Location: Kessler Conference Room in the Martha Jefferson Hospital Outpatient Center: 595 Martha Jefferson Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Time: 6:15 - 7:45 pm
CAC meetings are open to all community members and will include opportunities to share input on draft multimodal plan recommendations and draft updated land use designations. Multimodal transportation planning refers to developing a transportation system with options to safely walk, bike, take transit, and drive to access employment, education, Activity Centers, and other opportunities. Land use designations are applied to each property in the County and provide guidance for future recommended uses and the form and scale of development.
The same content will be shared at each meeting, focused on the specific CAC’s area. The CAC agenda will be available here prior to the meeting.
AC44 Board of Supervisors Work Session Draft Goals and Objectives
Time: 1:00 pm (please note that this agenda item may begin earlier or later depending on the timing of prior agenda items; the Board of Supervisors day meeting begins at 1 pm)
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
To participate online:
- Visit: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/89529556286
- Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
To participate by telephone:
- iPhone one-tap: 1-301-715-8592, Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- Telephone: 888-788-0099 (Toll Free), Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acchW2nhr4
At the January 17 work session, the Board will provide feedback on draft goals and objectives for the following Plan chapters: Environmental Stewardship, Historic Resources, Parks, Housing, and Economic Development.
Materials for the Board of Supervisors meeting are available on the County website here, including attachments for the AC44 agenda item.
AC44 Planning Commission Work Session: Land Use and Transportation
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
At the December 19 work session, the Planning Commission will provide feedback on ways to implement the Planning Toolkits through the Comp Plan update. Topics include multimodal planning and activity centers, updating future land use designations, community design guidelines, density calculations, and rural crossroads communities.
The four Planning Toolkit topics were previously discussed earlier in Phase 2 and included: activity centers in the Development Areas; factors for potential future Development Areas expansion; rural crossroads communities; and rural interstate interchanges. These are all topics in the current (2015) Comprehensive Plan that are important for coordinated land use and transportation planning and supporting the Growth Management Policy.
The Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors held work sessions on August 8 and September 6 to provide direction to the AC44 team on the Toolkit topics, which included: use centers and multimodal transportation planning in the Development Areas; continue to prioritize efficient use of the Development Areas over potential expansion; develop a clear definition of crossroads communities with a focus on small-scale uses that serve nearby community members; and include recommendations for future small area plans for two of the four rural interstate interchanges (Shadwell and Yancey Mills).
The next Planning Commission work session (to be scheduled in early 2024) will be focused on draft goals and objectives for Rural Area Land Use and Transportation, Development Areas Land Use and Transportation, and Community Facilities.
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting will be available approximately one week prior to the meeting here.
Online:
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
AC44 Multimodal Planning and Land Use: 5th and Avon Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
Location: Room B in the 5th St County Office Building: 1600 5th Street Ext, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
CAC meetings are open to all community members and will include opportunities to share input on draft multimodal plan recommendations and draft updated land use designations. Multimodal transportation planning refers to developing a transportation system with options to safely walk, bike, take transit, and drive to access employment, education, Activity Centers, and other opportunities. Land use designations are applied to each property in the County and provide guidance for future recommended uses and the form and scale of development.
The same content will be shared at each meeting, focused on the specific CAC’s area. The CAC agenda will be available here prior to the meeting.
AC44 Multimodal Planning and Land Use: Places29 North Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
Location: North Fork Research Park (Town Center 4): 994 Research Park Blvd, Charlottesville, VA 22911
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 pm
CAC meetings are open to all community members and will include opportunities to share input on draft multimodal plan recommendations and draft updated land use designations. Multimodal transportation planning refers to developing a transportation system with options to safely walk, bike, take transit, and drive to access employment, education, Activity Centers, and other opportunities. Land use designations are applied to each property in the County and provide guidance for future recommended uses and the form and scale of development.
The same content will be shared at each meeting, focused on the specific CAC’s area. The CAC agenda will be available here prior to the meeting.
AC44 Multimodal Planning and Land Use - Places29 Rio Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
Location: Room 241 in the County Office Building - McIntire: 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
CAC meetings are open to all community members and will include opportunities to share input on draft multimodal plan recommendations and draft updated land use designations. Multimodal transportation planning refers to developing a transportation system with options to safely walk, bike, take transit, and drive to access employment, education, Activity Centers, and other opportunities. Land use designations are applied to each property in the County and provide guidance for future recommended uses and the form and scale of development.
The same content will be shared at each meeting, focused on the specific CAC’s area. The CAC agenda will be available here prior to the meeting.
AC44 Planning Commission Work Session
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
At the November 14 work session, the Planning Commission will discuss the draft goals and objectives for the following Comprehensive Plan chapters: Housing and Economic Development.
The next Planning Commission work session on draft goals and objectives is scheduled for December 19 (Rural Area Land Use and Transportation, Development Areas Land Use and Transportation, and Community Facilities).
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting will be available approximately one week prior to the meeting here.
Online:
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
AC44 Land Use and Transportation: Places29 Hydraulic Community Advisory Committee (CAC)
Location: Media Center at Greer Elementary School: 190 Lambs Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 pm
CAC meetings are open to all community members and will include opportunities to share input on draft multimodal plan recommendations and draft updated land use designations. Multimodal transportation planning refers to developing a transportation system with options to safely walk, bike, take transit, and drive to access employment, education, Activity Centers, and other opportunities. Land use designations are applied to each property in the County and provide guidance for future recommended uses and the form and scale of development.
The same content will be shared at each meeting, focused on the specific CAC’s area. The CAC agenda will be available here prior to the meeting.
AC44 Multimodal Planning and Land Use: Crozet Community Advisory Committee
Location: Crozet Library: 2020 Library Avenue, Crozet, VA 22932
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
CAC meetings are open to all community members and will include opportunities to share input on draft multimodal plan recommendations and draft updated land use designations. Multimodal transportation planning refers to developing a transportation system with options to safely walk, bike, take transit, and drive to access employment, education, Activity Centers, and other opportunities. Land use designations are applied to each property in the County and provide guidance for future recommended uses and the form and scale of development.
The same content will be shared at each meeting, focused on the specific CAC’s area. The agenda will be available here prior to the meeting.
AC44 Virtual Open House - Goals and Objectives
Date: Monday, November 6, from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Virtual Meeting via Zoom
Join us for an update on the AC44 Comprehensive Plan update and visit a variety of virtual 'rooms' on draft Goals and Objectives for the following five Comprehensive Plan chapters: Environmental Stewardship, Parks and Recreation, Historic, Scenic, and Cultural Resources, Housing, and Economic Development. You will be able to ask questions, share your feedback, and learn about what's next!
AC44 Planning Commission Work Session
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
At the October 10 work session, the Planning Commission will discuss the draft goals and objectives for the following Comprehensive Plan chapters: Environmental Stewardship, Parks and Recreation, and Historic, Cultural, and Scenic Resources.
The next Planning Commission work sessions on draft goals and objectives are scheduled for November 14 (Economic Development and Housing) and December 19 (Land Use & Transportation and Community Facilities).
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting will be available approximately one week prior to the meeting here.
Online:
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
AC44 Chat with a Planner
Location: 2nd floor lobby outside Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Time: 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Stop by to chat with the AC44 team on the current round of Comp Plan topics: Environmental Stewardship, Parks and Recreation, and Historic, Scenic, and Cultural Resources. Members of the AC44 team will be available to answer questions and to share more about the draft Goals and Objectives for these topics.
AC44 Chat with a Planner
Location: 2nd floor lobby outside Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Time: 8:00 - 9:00 am and 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Stop by to chat with the AC44 team on the current round of Comp Plan topics: Environmental Stewardship, Parks and Recreation, and Historic, Scenic, and Cultural Resources. Members of the AC44 team will be available to answer questions and to share more about the draft Goals and Objectives for these topics.
Community Pop Up: Loop De'Ville
NEW Location: Rivanna River Company, 1518 East High Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Stop by a community pop-up to share your thoughts on the current Comp Plan topics: Environmental Stewardship, Parks and Recreation, and Historic, Scenic, and Cultural Resources.
Curious about a pop-up? We design these events to be fun and inviting! Feeling shy? You can write your thoughts down. Feeling chatty? We're happy to have a conversation with you! The point of the pop-up is to make the Comprehensive Plan project accessible to a wide variety of folks so the plan can reflect our community - that's you!
More information about Loop De'Ville is available here.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
AC44 Chat with a Planner
Location: 2nd floor lobby outside Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Time: 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Stop by to chat with the AC44 team on the current round of Comp Plan topics: Environmental Stewardship, Parks and Recreation, and Historic, Scenic, and Cultural Resources. Members of the AC44 team will be available to answer questions and to share more about the draft Goals and Objectives for these topics.
AC44 Board of Supervisors Work Session
Time: 3:00 pm (please note that this agenda item may begin earlier or later depending on the timing of prior agenda items; the Board of Supervisors day meeting begins at 1 pm)
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
To participate online:
- Visit: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/89529556286
- Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
To participate by telephone:
- iPhone one-tap: 1-301-715-8592, Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- Telephone: 888-788-0099 (Toll Free), Webinar ID: 895 2955 6286
- International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acchW2nhr4
At the September 6 work session, staff will share options for updating Comprehensive Plan recommendations for each of the four Planning Toolkit Topics (Activity Centers in the Development Areas, Factors for Future Development Areas Expansion, Rural Crossroads Communities, and Rural Interstate Interchanges) and will ask for the Board’s feedback, including direction on which options should be pursued for each topic.
Materials for the Board of Supervisors meeting are available on the County website here, including attachments for the AC44 agenda item.
AC44 Planning Commission Work Session
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Room 241 in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
At the August 8 work session, staff will share options for updating Comprehensive Plan recommendations for each of the four Planning Toolkit Topics (Activity Centers in the Development Areas, Factors for Future Development Areas Expansion, Rural Crossroads Communities, and Rural Interstate Interchanges) and will ask for the Commission’s feedback, including input on which options should be pursued for each topic.
The next step will be a work session with the Board of Supervisors on the Planning Toolkit Topics, tentatively September 6.
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting are available here.
Online:
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
AC44 Virtual Open House (and all-CAC Meeting)
Date: Wednesday, July 12, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Virtual Meeting via Zoom
Did you miss an Open House because you couldn't make it in person? If so, we've created a virtual option! Join us to get an update on the Comprehensive Plan Update project and visit a variety of virtual "rooms" to learn about the four topics, ask questions, and share your feedback.
About the All-Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting: We hope all CAC members will attend this virtual event to receive an update about the project and meet with our planning team. To comply with public meeting requirements, prior to beginning the Open House, each CAC Chair will call your committee to order.
AC44 Open House: Murray Elementary School
Location: Murray Elementary School Cafeteria, 3251 Morgantown Road, Charlottesville VA 22903.
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for an open house to learn, share ideas, and discuss ways we can implement the Framework for an Equitable and Resilient Community, focusing on the built environment, centers of activity that foster a sense of community, multimodal transportation, and planning for future growth. We will use your input to inform drafting updated Comp Plan Goals and Objectives and to guide recommendations for coordinated land use and transportation planning.
Community Pop Up: Northside Library
Location: 705 Rio Road W, Charlottesville VA 22901
Time: 9:45 am - 11:00 am
Stop by to learn more about the Comprehensive Plan update (AC44), meet our team, and ask questions. We are also available to assist with applications to the AC44 Working Group. Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
AC44 Open House: Walton Middle School
Location: Walton Middle School Cafeteria, 4217 Red Hill Road, Charlottesville VA 22903.
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for an open house to learn, share ideas, and discuss ways we can implement the Framework for an Equitable and Resilient Community, focusing on the built environment, centers of activity that foster a sense of community, multimodal transportation, and planning for future growth. We will use your input to inform drafting updated Comp Plan Goals and Objectives and to guide recommendations for coordinated land use and transportation planning.
AC44 Open House: Stone-Robinson Elementary School
Location: Stone-Robinson Elementary School Library, 958 N Milton Road, Charlottesville VA 22911.
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for an open house to learn, share ideas, and discuss ways we can implement the Framework for an Equitable and Resilient Community, focusing on the built environment, centers of activity that foster a sense of community, multimodal transportation, and planning for future growth. We will use your input to inform drafting updated Comp Plan Goals and Objectives and to guide recommendations for coordinated land use and transportation planning.
AC44 Open House: Journey Middle School
Location: Journey Middle School Cafeteria, 210 Lambs Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22901.
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for an open house to learn, share ideas, and discuss ways we can implement the Framework for an Equitable and Resilient Community, focusing on the built environment, centers of activity that foster a sense of community, multimodal transportation, and planning for future growth. We will use your input to inform drafting updated Comp Plan Goals and Objectives and to guide recommendations for coordinated land use and transportation planning.
Planning Commission Work Session
Time: 4 - 5:30 pm
Location: Room 241 in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
The AC44 team will share an overview of the proposed approach for 'planning toolkits' as part of the Comprehensive Plan update. Planning toolkits provide recommendations for coordinated land use and transportation planning and include guidelines for centers of activity, multimodal transportation networks, and land use and development patterns. Staff is asking for Planning Commission input on the proposed approach for the planning toolkits and if there are any additional topics or areas that should be considered.
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting are available here.
Online:
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
AC44 Community Pop Up: Crozet Library
Location: 2020 Library Avenue, Crozet VA 22932
Time: 12:30 - 2:30 pm
What do you want for the future of Albemarle County? Stop by a community pop-up to share your thoughts on transportation, housing, parks, and more!
Curious about a pop-up? We design these events to be fun and inviting! We'll ask you a question about a topic of your choosing. Feeling shy? You can write your answer down. Feeling chatty? We're happy to have a conversation with you! The point of the pop-up is to make the Comprehensive Plan project accessible to a wide variety of folks so the plan can reflect our community - that's you!
Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
AC44 Community Pop Up: Crossroads Corner Shops
Location: 4916 Plank Road, North Garden, VA 22959
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 pm
What do you want for the future of Albemarle County? Stop by a community pop-up to share your thoughts on transportation, housing, parks, and more!
Curious about a pop-up? We design these events to be fun and inviting! We'll ask you a question about a topic of your choosing. Feeling shy? You can write your answer down. Feeling chatty? We're happy to have a conversation with you! The point of the pop-up is to make the Comprehensive Plan project accessible to a wide variety of folks so the plan can reflect our community - that's you!
Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
AC44 Community Pop Up: Cismont Market
Location: 5412 Louisa Road, Keswick, VA 22947
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
What do you want for the future of Albemarle County? Stop by a community pop-up to share your thoughts on transportation, housing, parks, and more!
Curious about a pop-up? We design these events to be fun and inviting! We'll ask you a question about a topic of your choosing. Feeling shy? You can write your answer down. Feeling chatty? We're happy to have a conversation with you! The point of the pop-up is to make the Comprehensive Plan project accessible to a wide variety of folks so the plan can reflect our community - that's you!
Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
AC44 Community Pop Up: Greer Spring Bingo Night
Location: Greer Elementary School, 190 Lambs Lane, Charlottesville VA 22901
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 pm (AC44 team will be inside with a table by the entrance to Bingo)
What do you want for the future of Albemarle County? Stop by a community pop-up to share your thoughts on transportation, housing, parks, and more!
Curious about a pop-up? We design these events to be fun and inviting! We'll ask you a question about a topic of your choosing. Feeling shy? You can write your answer down. Feeling chatty? We're happy to have a conversation with you! The point of the pop-up is to make the Comprehensive Plan project accessible to a wide variety of folks so the plan can reflect our community - that's you!
AC44 Community Pop Up: Northside Library
Location: 705 Rio Road W, Charlottesville VA 22901
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm (AC44 team will be inside with a table where the hallway meets the main entrance)
What do you want for the future of Albemarle County? Stop by a community pop-up to share your thoughts on transportation, housing, parks, and more!
Curious about a pop-up? We design these events to be fun and inviting! We'll ask you a question about a topic of your choosing. Feeling shy? You can write your answer down. Feeling chatty? We're happy to have a conversation with you! The point of the pop-up is to make the Comprehensive Plan project accessible to a wide variety of folks so the plan can reflect our community - that's you!
Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
AC44 Community Pop Up: Scottsville Mobile Food Pantry
Location: Scottsville Pavilion (where the Farmers Market is typically held), 125 Fleet St. Scottsville, VA 24590
Time: 8:45 - 10:00 am
What do you want for the future of Albemarle County? Stop by a community pop-up to share your thoughts on transportation, housing, parks, and more!
Curious about a pop-up? We design these events to be fun and inviting! We'll ask you a question about a topic of your choosing. Feeling shy? You can write your answer down. Feeling chatty? We're happy to have a conversation with you! The point of the pop-up is to make the Comprehensive Plan project accessible to a wide variety of folks so the plan can reflect our community - that's you!
Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
Board of Supervisors Work Session
Time: 2:00 pm (please note that this agenda item may begin earlier or later depending on the timing of prior agenda items; the Board of Supervisors day meeting begins at 1 pm)
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
To participate online:
- Visit: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/89268578941
- Webinar ID: 892 6857 8941
To participate by telephone:
- iPhone one-tap:1-301-715-8592, Webinar ID: 892 6857 8941
- Telephone: 888-788-0099 (Toll Free), Webinar ID: 892 6857 8941
- International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acchW2nhr4
Work session to discuss the proposed Phase 2 engagement plan and timeline and the updated Comp Plan structure. The AC44 team will also share the revised Framework for an Equitable and Resilient Community, which was developed during Phase 1.
The AC44 work session materials are available here, and the full agenda is available here.
Board of Supervisors Work Session
Time: 3:45 pm (please note that this agenda item may begin earlier or later depending on the timing of prior agenda items; the Board of Supervisors day meeting begins at 1 pm)
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
To participate online:
- Visit: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/89268578941
- Webinar ID: 892 6857 8941
To participate by telephone:
- iPhone one-tap: 1-301-715-8592, Webinar ID: 892 6857 8941
- Telephone: 888-788-0099 (Toll Free), Webinar ID: 892 6857 8941
- International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acchW2nhr4
Work session to discuss draft Framework for an Equitable and Resilient Community. Staff will provide an overview of the four Big Ideas and how they were developed, community input heard on the Big Ideas, share the draft Framework for an Equitable and Resilient Community, and share a summary of Planning Commission input from the September 27 Planning Commission Work Session.
The AC44 work session materials are available here, and the full agenda is available here.
Planning Commission Work Session
Time: 4 - 5:30 pm
Location: Room 241 in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
Work session to discuss draft Framework for an Equitable and Resilient Community. Staff will provide an overview of the four Big Ideas and how they were developed, community input heard on the Big Ideas, and share the draft Framework for an Equitable and Resilient Community.
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting are available at the following link: https://www.albemarle.org/home/showdocument?id=15088&t=637993710878064836
To participate online:
- Webinar ID: 891 7876 2509
To participate by telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 891 7876 2509
AC44 Virtual Community Roundtable Co-Hosted with Zion Hill Baptist Church
Virtual meeting held on Zoom
Time: 6 - 7:30 pm
Join us for a virtual community roundtable discussion focused on how we can build a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We want to hear your “big ideas” about how we can guide future development, natural resource protection, transportation systems, and other related topics. We will use your input to create a set of guiding principles to inform future content and phases of the Albemarle County Comprehensive Plan Update (AC44) process.
Please register in advance using the following link: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtfumtpjIuG9AM_zudUyKNUho82W3Xenwp
AC44 Community Roundtable: Yancey Community Center
Location: Yancey Community Center Gym, 7625 Porters Road, Esmont VA 22937.
Time: 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for a community roundtable discussion focused on how we can build a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We want to hear your “big ideas” about how we can guide future development, natural resource protection, transportation systems, and other related topics. We will use your input to create a set of guiding principles to inform future content and phases of the Albemarle County Comprehensive Plan Update (AC44) process.
Please register in advance using the following Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ac44-community-roundtable-lets-talk-big-ideas-tickets-405302198787
AC44 Virtual Community Roundtable
Zoom link: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrfuGsrDwtG9DaFHvJQQGSZwICO2bTClOC
Time: 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Join us for a virtual community roundtable discussion focused on how we can build a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We want to hear your “big ideas” about how we can guide future development, natural resource protection, transportation systems, and other related topics. We will use your input to create a set of guiding principles to inform future content and phases of the Albemarle County Comprehensive Plan Update (AC44) process.
Please register in advance using the following link: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrfuGsrDwtG9DaFHvJQQGSZwICO2bTClOC
AC44 Community Roundtable: County Office Building at McIntire Road
Location: Lane Auditorium in the County Office Building, 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
Time: 6 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for a community roundtable discussion focused on how we can build a place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We want to hear your “big ideas” about how we can guide future development, natural resource protection, transportation systems, and other related topics. We will use your input to create a set of guiding principles to inform future content and phases of the Albemarle County Comprehensive Plan Update (AC44) process.
Please register in advance using the following Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ac44-community-roundtable-lets-talk-big-ideas-tickets-404838441677
Planning Commission Work Session
Time: 4 - 5 pm
How to participate in the meeting:
To participate in person:
- Lane Auditorium, County Office Building, 401 McIntire Rd, Charlottesville, Virginia
To participate online:
- Webinar ID: 891 7876 2509
To participate by telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 891 7876 2509
Work session to discuss potential 'Common Themes' to build a Vision for Growth and Resilience. Staff will provide an overview of potential growth management options, feedback heard to date, and potential common themes.
The full agenda is available here. Materials for this work session include the following: Memo, Attachment: Growth Management Options and Themes and Attachment: Presentation.
AC44 Open House: COB 5th Street
Location: County Office Building (COB) 5th Street, Room A, 1600 5th Street Ext, Charlottesville VA, 22902.
Time: 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Stop by to share your thoughts on planning for growth in Albemarle County! Our AC44 Comp Plan team will be available to share information about the County's current growth management policy, recent development trends in the County, and how our Development Areas may potentially buildout in the future. We will be asking community members to share input on various options for growth management in our County, and how these options impact equity, climate action, and other quality of life factors.
AC44 Open House: Northside Library
Location: Northside Library Meeting Room, 705 Rio Road West, Charlottesville, VA 22901.
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Stop by to share your thoughts on planning for growth in Albemarle County! Our AC44 Comp Plan team will be available to share information about the County's current growth management policy, recent development trends in the County, and how our Development Areas may potentially buildout in the future. We will be asking community members to share input on various options for growth management in our County, and how these options impact equity, climate action, and other quality of life factors.
Virtual Open House
Zoom link: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/82306144352
Time: 12 pm – 1 pm
Stop by our virtual office open house to share your thoughts on planning for growth in Albemarle County! Our AC44 Comp Plan team will be available to share information about the County's current growth management policy, recent development trends in the County, and how our Development Areas may potentially buildout in the future. We will be asking community members to share input on various options for growth management in our County, and how these options impact equity, climate action, and other quality of life factors.
Board of Supervisors Work Session
Virtual Meeting Information: Livestream the meeting here or access the meeting via Zoom:
To participate online:
- Visit: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/89268578941
- Webinar ID: 892 6857 8941
To participate by telephone:
- iPhone one-tap: 1-301-715-8592, Webinar ID: 892 6857 8941
- Telephone: 888-788-0099 (Toll Free), Webinar ID: 892 6857 8941
- International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/acchW2nhr4
Time: 2:45 pm (please note that this agenda item may begin earlier or later depending on the timing of prior agenda items; the Board of Supervisors day meeting begins at 1 pm)
County staff and staff from the consultant Kimley Horn will share initial findings from the land use buildout analysis. The draft analysis compares the capacity of land designated for future growth with the projected 20-year population growth in the County.
The full agenda is available here.
Planning Commission Work Session
Time: 4 - 5 pm
How to participate in the meeting:
To participate in person:
- Lane Auditorium, County Office Building, 401 McIntire Rd, Charlottesville, Virginia
To participate online:
- Webinar ID: 891 7876 2509
To participate by telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 891 7876 2509
County staff and staff from the consultant Kimley Horn will share initial findings from the land use buildout analysis. The draft analysis compares the capacity of land designated for future growth with the projected 20-year population growth in the County.
The full agenda is available here.
Community Pop Up: Batesville Day
Location: Batesville Field, Plank Road Batesville, Virginia 22924. Van will be parked at the Batesville Day Field (see map below).
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Stop by to share your thoughts on planning for growth in Albemarle County! Our AC44 Comp Plan team will be available to share information about the County’s current growth management policy, the history of growth management in the County, and how growth management affects our community. We will be asking community members to share their experiences and input on what an updated growth management policy should prioritize.
Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Learn more about Batesville Day here.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
AC44 Office Hours
Zoom link: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/j/84267705871
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Stop by our virtual office hours to share your thoughts on planning for growth in Albemarle County! Our AC44 Comp Plan team will be available to share information about the County's current growth management policy, the history of growth management in the County, and how growth management affects our community. We will be asking community members to share their experiences and input on what an updated growth management policy should prioritize.
Click here to attend the Zoom webinar
Prefer to join by phone? Dial 833-548-0282, Meeting ID: 842 6770 5871
Community Pop Up: Forest Lakes Farmers Market
Location: Forest Lakes Farmers Market: 1650 Ashwood Boulevard Charlottesville, Virginia 22911
Time: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Stop by to share your thoughts on planning for growth in Albemarle County! Our AC44 Comp Plan team will be available to share information about the County’s current growth management policy, the history of growth management in the County, and how growth management affects our community. We will be asking community members to share their experiences and input on what an updated growth management policy should prioritize.
Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
Community Pop Up: Yancey Community Center
Location: Yancey School Community Center: 7625 Porters Road, Esmont, VA 22937
Time: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Stop by to share your thoughts on planning for growth in Albemarle County! Our AC44 Comp Plan team will be available to share information about the County’s current growth management policy, the history of growth management in the County, and how growth management affects our community. We will be asking community members to share their experiences and input on what an updated growth management policy should prioritize.
Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
Community Pop Up: FLOW Festival and Riverfest
Location: Lewis and Clark Center at Darden Towe Park: 1445 Darden Towe Park Road
Charlottesville, Virginia 22911
Time: 11 am – 1 pm
Stop by to share your thoughts on planning for growth in Albemarle County! Our AC44 Comp Plan team will be available to share information about the County’s current growth management policy, the history of growth management in the County, and how growth management affects our community. We will be asking community members to share their experiences and input on what an updated growth management policy should prioritize.
Learn more about FLOW Festival here and Riverfest here.
Please note that this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
AC44 Community Kickoff
Join County staff for a virtual event to learn about Albemarle County 2044 (AC44), the County’s Comprehensive Plan update process. Staff will share information about the update process, future engagement opportunities, and how to apply to be a member of the AC44 Working Group. The project team will also be available to answer questions.
Time: 12 - 12:45 pm
CANCELED: Community Pop Up: Cismont Market
UPDATE 2/24/22 8:30 am - This event is canceled due to weather.
Location: 5412 Louisa Road, Keswick VA 22947
Time: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Stop by to learn more about the Comprehensive Plan update (AC44), meet our team, and ask questions. We are also available to assist with applications to the AC44 Working Group. Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
Community Pop Up: Southwood Community Center
Location: 387 Hickory Street, Charlottesville VA 22902
Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Stop by to learn more about the Comprehensive Plan update (AC44), meet our team, and ask questions. We are also available to assist with applications to the AC44 Working Group. Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
Community Pop Up: Hydraulic Wash
Location: 2405 Hydraulic Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Stop by to learn more about the Comprehensive Plan update (AC44), meet our team, and ask questions. We are also available to assist with applications to the AC44 Working Group. Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
AC44 Community Kickoff
Join County staff for a virtual event to learn about Albemarle County 2044 (AC44), the County’s Comprehensive Plan update process. Staff will be sharing information about the update process, future engagement opportunities, and how to apply to be a member of the AC44 Working Group. The project team will also be available to answer questions.
Time: 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
How to Participate in the Virtual Meeting:
To participate online, visit: https://albemarle-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RyO8t-2sTOmX6alVGIvz-Q
To participate by telephone:
- Dial: 301-715-8592 or 833-548-0276
- Webinar ID: 854 8738 3648
Community Pop Up: Wyant's Store
Location: 4696 Garth Road, Crozet, VA 22932
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Stop by to learn more about the Comprehensive Plan update (AC44), meet our team, and ask questions. We are also available to assist with applications to the AC44 Working Group. Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van.
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
Community Pop Up: Crossroad Corner Shops
Location: 4916 Plank Road, North Garden, VA 22959
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Stop by to learn more about the Comprehensive Plan update (AC44), meet our team, and ask questions. We are also available to assist with applications to the AC44 Working Group. Look for the Let's Talk Albemarle Van in front of Dr. Ho's Humble Pie .
Please note this event is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
AC44 Planning Commission Work Session: Growth Management Policy
Time: 4 - 5:30 pm
Location: Room 241 in the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville VA 22902.
At the October 8 work session, the Planning Commission will discuss the draft Growth Management Policy and draft factors for monitoring Development Areas utilization.
Materials for the Planning Commission meeting will be available approximately one week prior to the meeting here.
Online:
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960
Telephone:
- Dial: 312 626 6799 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free)
- Webinar ID: 814 5965 0960