Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, September 08, 2026 09:00 AM 21 Main Street

I. WORKSESSION - 9:00 AM

• A.Town Code Amendments Related to Construction Hours and Polystyrene Requirements:

  Staff will present proposed Town Code amendments addressing permitted construction hours under the Town’s noise regulations and implementation of new state requirements related to expanded polystyrene products. Town Council direction is requested prior to staff preparing amendments for future consideration. Presenter: Rob Walton, Director of Community Development.

• B.FY 2028 Budget Development and Planning

  Staff will present the FY 2028 budget development calendar, proposed guidance and deadlines for outside agency funding requests, and the anticipated budgetary impact of Fauquier Health’s transition to nonprofit status. Town Council will be asked to provide direction and confirm the proposed budget development approach. Presenter: Brooke Campbell, Budget Manager.

• C.Commercial Refuse Collection Ordinance Implementation Update.

  Staff will provide an update on implementation of the Town’s commercial refuse collection requirements, including outreach to affected businesses, transition to private collection services, compliance efforts, and remaining implementation steps. Presenter: Lauren Kruck, Project Manager.

• D.Planning Commission Update.

  Staff will provide an update on recent Planning Commission Meetings, information presented and action taken. Presenter: Casey DeHaven, Planning Manager.

• E.Public Safety Committee Update.

  Committee Chair, Michele O'Halloran, Ward 4 will provide an update on recent Public Safety Committee Meetings, information presented and items discussed. Committee Members: Michelle O'Halloran, Ward 4 (Chair) and David McGuire, At-large. Staff Liaison: Tim Carter, Police Chief.

• F.Finance Committee Update

  Committee Chair, Bill Semple, Ward 2 will provide an update on recent Finance Committee Meetings, information presented and items discussed. Committee Members: Bill Semple, Ward 2 (Chair) and Paul Mooney, At-large. Staff Liaison: Stephanie Miller, Director of Finance.

• G.Agenda Review

  Staff will provide an overview of the 6:30 p.m. Regular Meeting agenda and provide Town Council an opportunity to raise questions, comments, or requested changes. Presenter: Judson Rex, Town Manager.

• H.Closed Session 

• I.Main Street Project 

  The Town Council will discuss the Main Street Project. Presenter: Judson Rex, Town Manager 

II. REGULAR MEETING - 6:30 PM

A.INVOCATION.

B.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.

C.PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS.

1. a.ExcellenceinAction! 

D.CITIZEN'S TIME.

E.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA.

F.PUBLIC HEARINGS.

1. a.Special Use Permit SUP 26-03: PlayVerse LLC. The Applicant, Mr. Joe Owoeye-Gold, is seeking a Special Use Permit to allow for an active recreation facility for children in an existing tenant space on the subject property. The shopping center is split between two parcels on Frost Avenue, 613 Frost Avenue (GPIN 6974-85-8166-000) & 569 Frost Avenue (GPIN 6974-95-2114-000) and zoned to the Commercial (C) district. The combined parcels are approximately 10.738 acres. Presenter: Casey DeHaven, Planning Manager 

2. b.Special Use Permit SUP 26-01: Dominion Energy - Elm Substation Modernization. The Applicant, Dominion Energy. is requesting a Special Use Permit for substation modernization and expansion for safe and reliable electric service at an existing property located on the northwest corner of Madison Street and Linden Street. The property is zoned R-10 and is approximately 0.62 acres (GPINs: 6984-40-6668-000, 6984-40-6784-000, 6984-40-7708-000, 6984-40-7833-000). Presenter: Casey DeHaven, Planning Manager

3. c.Rezoning ZMA 2026-01: 18 Court Street - The Applicant, Mr. Kevin Ash, is seeking a Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) of 18 Court Street (ZMA 2026-01) from Public-Semi-Public (PSP) to Central Business District (CBD) zoning per Article 11-3.9 of the Zoning Ordinance. The proposal includes redevelopment of the 18 Court Street (GPIN: 6984-33-8623-000) property into a restaurant and club. Presenter: Casey DeHaven, Planning Manager

4. d.Ordinance 2026-12: An Ordinance regulating the operation of electric power-assisted bicycles, electric scooters, electric skateboards, and other electric mobility devices within the Town of Warrenton, Virginia. The proposed ordinance amends Chapter 10 of the Town Code to prohibit the riding of these electric devices on Town sidewalks and crosswalks where official signs are posted. Additionally, it establishes parking restrictions to prevent the obstruction of pedestrian traffic and accessible routes, requires protective helmets for riders 14 years of age or younger, and establishes civil penalties for violations. The ordinance explicitly does not authorize, permit, or regulate any commercial shared mobility or dockless rental programs. Presenter: Timothy Carter, Chief of Police 

5. e.Ordinance 2026-13:  An Ordinance to amend the Code of Warrenton, Virginia, by adding a new section prohibiting distributing handbills, soliciting contributions, or selling merchandise or services in highways. The proposed ordinance aims to protect pedestrian and traffic safety by prohibiting individuals from standing, walking, or remaining in public highways—including travel lanes, shoulders, and medians—to distribute materials, solicit contributions, or sell goods and services to motor vehicle occupants. It similarly prohibits vehicle occupants from participating in these hand-to-hand exchanges while in the highway. The ordinance is designed to be content-neutral and establishes escalating civil fines ranging from $100 to $300 for violations, with an option for community service. Constitutionally protected speech and activities on sidewalks, parks, and other areas outside the highway remain permitted. Presenter: Timothy Carter, Chief of Police 

G.CONSENT AGENDA.

1. a.Approval of Town Council Minutes 

   The Town Council will consider approval of prepared minutes for the October 14th, 2025, Regular Town Council Meeting. Presenter: Stephen Clough, Town Clerk

H.NEW BUSINESS.

1. a.Main Street Project 

   The Town Council will discuss the Main Street Project. 

I.UNFINISHED BUSINESS.

J.TOWN ATTORNEY'S REPORT.

K.TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT.

L.COUNCILMEMBERS TIME.

M.ADJOURNMENT.