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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Henrico County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Marijuana sales tax and public-use restrictions
The commission was to discuss drafting zoning rules to implement Virginia's Cannabis Control Act and to clarify Form Based Overlay standards — rules that will shape where cannabis businesses can operate countywide.
Fall Line Trail Longdale Phase easement acquisition
The County asked to condemn right-of-way at 1574 Mountain Road to build the Longdale Phase of the Fall Line Trail.
Three Chopt Road improvements
A $45.5 million contract with Shirley Contracting was scheduled for consideration to improve Three Chopt Road, one of the county's biggest road investments on the agenda.
OP Holdings Osborne Turnpike event space and outdoor recreation
A 35.82-acre Varina site was proposed for indoor event space and outdoor recreation, though a deferral to October 15 was requested. The land is recommended for environmental protection and open space in the comprehensive plan, so its future is a live neighborhood issue.
Residential development proposals in Brookland district
A provisional use permit would let Spy Rock Real Estate Group build a mixed-use development with apartments at Westmoreland and Jacque Streets, land now zoned light industrial. It brings new housing and commercial services to the Westwood Redevelopment Overlay area, though the comprehensive plan designates the site for heavy industry.
Board Meeting Recap
Henrico County's latest board meeting was all about community and connectivity, celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Month and greenlighting a contract to build the new Lakeside Community Trail.
Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Overhaul
The commission was to discuss drafting zoning rules to implement Virginia's Cannabis Control Act and to clarify Form Based Overlay standards — rules that will shape where cannabis businesses can operate countywide.
Single-family rezone in Varina
A 2.5-acre parcel at Willson and Messer Roads would shift from agricultural to conditional single-family residential, within the Airport Safety Overlay District.
Police Surveillance Technology
Henrico Police just cut ties with Flock Safety cameras due to data privacy concerns, taking away a major tool used to track vehicles across the county. While privacy advocates are celebrating, law enforcement is now operating without a prominent surveillance system they previously relied on.
Surveillance Technology Policy
Henrico County is ditching its Flock traffic cameras after residents raised serious privacy red flags. If you care about who's tracking your daily commute, this is a major win for local data privacy.
Surveillance Technology Contract
Henrico County pulled the plug on its Flock Safety contract after privacy backlash, meaning those controversial license plate-reading cameras are officially getting removed. If you care about who's tracking your daily commute, this is a major win for local data privacy.