Monthly Archives: April 2026

CCA Meeting Agenda May 5, 2026

April 24, 2026

Crozet Community Association Meeting Agenda
May 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM
at the Crozet Library Community Room

(Click here for PDF version of the agenda)

Welcome & Call to Order
We are also providing zoom meeting access for those unable to attend in person.
     Remote Access (Zoom):  ZOOM LINK
     Meeting ID: 833 3312 1737
     Passcode: 995861

Agenda Review
• Revisions or additions from the floor.

Approval of Minutes
• Approval of the March 3, 2026 meeting minutes. (Click here for PDF version of the minutes)

Treasurer’s Report  (Annual dues remain $10 for 2026!)
ANNUAL DUES
Thank you, your dues help support the CCA.  Since 1985 we’ve been connecting the community as we provide a forum to improve the quality of life in Crozet.

New Business

COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: SCHOOL CAPACITY IN ALBEMARLE COUNTY

Is Our Community Prepared for Future Growth?

Featured Speakers
Heidi Gilman Bennett, Officer, Family Council for ACPS
Allison Spillman, Albemarle County School Board

Other New Business

  1. Albemarle County Police Department (ACPD)
    Possible visit, update from the Evening Patrol Division
  2. County Supervisor Update
    Ann Mallek
  3. Planning Commissioner Update
    Lonnie Murray

Update: Beaver Hill Mobile Home Park ZMA 2202400002 – Planning Commission Meeting 4/28/2026

Crozet Independence Day Celebration (CIDC)
Mark your calendar for the 250th anniversary of USA independence on July 4, 2026!
Planning is underway following the February 19th CIDC meeting at King Family Vineyard.

Limited Edition – Commemorative T-Shirt 250th anniversary of USA independence to be sold at the event

Old Business

Hanging Baskets – Crozet Avenue Muff Biber and Tim Tolson are working with Albemarle County Facilities and Environmental Services department on a draft contract.  The aim is to have flower baskets as soon as possible.

Announcements

CCA is getting a new website – more details on that in August

Crozet Community Advisory Committee
Spots are open! Apply at or share this link
https://www.albemarle.org/government/board-of-supervisors/boards-commissions
Click on “Apply to Serve” on the right-hand side.

Three Notch’d Trail
Route evaluation feedback has closed.  Stay informed and learn how to support the trail at this link.
Updates will be shared as they become available.  https://www.threenotchedtrail.com/

Stay informed about Albemarle County
• Listen to the Let’s Talk Albemarle podcast
• Sign up for email newsletters
• Visit Albemarle County’s Engagement Hub

Community Events & Resources

Sentara Family Health Forum
Crozet United Methodist Church.
Contact Jo Ann Perkins
Email: jazperkins@outlook.com | Phone: 434-531-9122

Ways to Stay Connected in Crozet

Crozet Gazette
Monthly community newspaper (print & online)
https://www.crozetgazette.com/view-print-version/

Crozet United Weekly Newsletter
Delivered each Wednesday
https://www.crozetunited.com/

Future Agenda Items?

Oak Bluff Development ZMA 202300002 (UPDATE)

Closing & Adjournment
• Open floor for final comments and community questions
• Confirm next meeting date and location – Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Crozet Library Community Room
• Motion to adjourn

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The Crozet Community Association Bylaws

CCAC Meeting Agenda 8 April 2026

April 7, 2026

 CROZET COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (CCAC)
 at the Crozet Library
Wednesday,  April 8, 2026 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM

Click here for PDF (printable) version of the agenda

Agenda

1. Call to Order, Agenda Review, Introductions (3 minutes; Michael Monaco, Chair)

2. Approve meeting minutes (Draft CCAC meeting minutes from March 11, 2026, 2 minutes; Michael Monaco, CCAC chair)

3. County Budget Feedback (30 minutes, Michael Monaco, Chair) – time to discuss feedback to the Board of Supervisors on the proposed FY27 County Budget and how it reflects priorities and projects in the Crozet Master Plan.

4. Elections (10 minutes; Allison Wrabel, Community Connector)

5. Board of Supervisors/Planning Commission Liaison Updates (15 minutes) – this is time reserved for liaisons to share community announcements and project/policy updates.
Supervisor Ann Mallek and Planning Commissioner Lonnie Murray

6. Other Committee Business (10 minutes)

7. Community Concerns (10 minutes)

8. Adjourn (1 minute)

Next Meeting:  May 13, 2026

Meeting Norms:
  • Staff liaisons will be prepared, working with chairs to set agendas and provide necessary information.
  • Committee members will come prepared having read provided materials.
  • We will respect everyone’s time by starting and ending on time. We will work to set and follow agenda topic time allotments.
  • Everyone is responsible for helping to stay on topic. Speak up if you feel like we’re getting off track and need to move an issue to a “parking lot” for possible future discussion.
  • Everyone is encouraged to participate. You may be asked to share what you think, or we may ask for comments from those who haven’t spoken. It is always OK to “pass” when you are asked to share a comment.
  • Listen respectfully, without interrupting. Listen actively and with an ear to understanding others’ views.
  • One person speaks at a time. If you think you will forget an idea or question that comes to mind, write it down.
  • Challenge ideas, not individuals.

The County staff posted this month’s agenda and other information at: https://www.albemarle.org/government/community-development/boards-and-commissions/crozet

Note: CCAC meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month

The CCAC’s role and “charter” doc’s are found here:
CCAC Fact Sheet and committee information and roster of members 

CCAC Rules of Procedure: https://www.albemarle.org/home/showpublisheddocument/6192/637418068676530000

2026 March 3 CCA meeting minutes 

April 7, 2026

Crozet Community Association (CCA) Minutes of the
March 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM
at the Crozet Library Community Room

Click here for PDF version of these minutes.

Welcome. Bill O’Malley (CCA President) welcomed the attendees.

Agenda Review / Changes and additions from the floor? There were changes or additions from the floor

Approval of the CCA’s last meeting’s minutes (January 6, 2026) with Steve Walsworth making the motion, and Jo Ann Perkins seconding it.

CCA Leadership: The Crozet Community Association (CCA) meeting began with the introduction of new officers, including Bill O’Malley as President, Lisa Goehler as Vice-President, and Rashmi Ghei as Secretary. Tim Tolson, the outgoing CCA President, will remain on the Board as Treasurer.

The CCA board took a few minutes to honor Jo Ann Perkins, the outgoing secretary, for her decades of volunteer work in Crozet.  A plaque was presented to Jo Ann inscribed with the following in recognition of her service to the Community:

In grateful recognition of a lifetime of service to the  Crozet Community as an Educator, Leader, Volunteer and CCA Board Member.

Treasurer’s Report –  (2026 Dues: Still just $10 annual contribution!) Tim Tolson Treasurer reported the amount in the bank belonging to the CCA is $3,732.26, for the CIDC it is $12,135.32, for a total of $15,867.58.

Presentation by the Crozet Trails Crew (Gary Kuhns, President of the Crozet Trails Crew) provided an in-depth overview of recent and upcoming trail projects, including the Lickinghole Creek Bridge construction and the extension of the Powell’s Creek trail north of Brampton Brook Lane.  The Trails Crew will begin fundraising again for the Lickinghole Creek Bridge Project once cost estimates from the structural engineer are received. They are proceeding with obtaining County permits (environmental and building).  They are looking to update and improve their website and seeking volunteers with website design experience.  They continue to recruit volunteers for work days, the 5K/10K event held in October, and publicity/newsletter tasks.

Steve Walsworth and Constance Wenger (via zoom) updated the board on the outcome of the Windy Knoll (ZMA-2025-00007) Planning Commission meeting that was held on February 10, 2026. The developer sought to rezone 3 acres from R1 to R6 to build 22 units. The meeting highlighted issues with density imbalance, lack of connectivity between parcels, stormwater management, right of way easements, and private road responsibilities. Five out of the six planning commissioners were not in favor of the current plan. The developer, based on the concerns expressed by The Planning Commission, deferred their application.

Ann Mallek, our county supervisor, provided an update on the county budget process and encouraged community involvement in upcoming public hearings.  A lot of agencies need community support; the budget shows where our values are.  She mentioned the upcoming BOS meeting on March 4, 2026 where the AC44 zoning modernization priorities/recommendations will be presented.  She also encouraged community members to submit comments and suggestions on the Three Notched Trail route via the county website.

Old  Business

Community Members: Several community members introduced themselves and shared their interests in various local issues.

 Old Business:

  • Crozet Independence Day Celebration 
    • The Crozet Board of Trade donated a total of $6,000 to the Downtown Crozet Initiative, CVFD, WARS, and the Crozet Trails Crew, Fellowship Church, and the CCA!
    • Mark your calendar for the 250thanniversary of USA independence on July 4, 2026!
  • Hanging Baskets along Crozet Avenue in downtown Crozet.  Muff Biber, Tim Tolson, and Chelsea Powers (president of Crozet Board of Trade) are working on the details of draft contract from the Albemarle County Facilities and Environmental Services department.  The aim is to have flower baskets as soon as possible.

New Business

Discussed plans for increasing CCA membership and improving community engagement through virtual meetings.

  • Recruit volunteers for the CCA membership committee to increase membership and engagement.
  • Set up an improved Zoom/camera system for better remote participation in future meetings.

 Announcements: 

Future Agenda Items?

CCA: Sign up for volunteers for CIDC (Fourth of July Celebration)

Firewise property safety/hardening) presentation

The meeting was adjourned at 8:43 pm
These minutes were taken by Rashmi Ghei, Board Secretary
The minutes of this March 3, 2026 meeting will be reviewed, revised as necessary, and approved at the next CCA meeting on May 5, 2026.

The next CCA meeting is May 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Crozet Library!
Email us at: CrozetCommunity@gmail.com

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