Crozet Community Association Meeting Agenda
September 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM
at the Crozet Library Community Room
(Click here for PDF version of the agenda)
Don’t miss out! Limited edition T-Shirts will be on sale 2026 “250th Anniversary” are still available Buy two for $50
Welcome & Call to Order – Bill O’Malley
Agenda Review
• Revisions or additions from the floor.
Approval of Minutes
• Approval of the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes. (Click here for PDF version of the minutes)
Treasurer’s Report – Tim Tolson (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.
COMMUNITY
GOOD NEIGHBOR AWARD PRESENTATION
Crozet Community Association is proud to present the Good Neighbor Award. Join us in honoring this year’s winner “TBA” for their steadfast devotion the Crozet Community.
2026 Crozet Independence Day Fireworks Review – Tim Tolson
2027 – What’s ahead planning Next Year
New Business
COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: Eastern Avenue Public Meeting & Next Steps
Eastern Avenue: A Public Hearing Without Public Q&A? What we have come to expect in Public Hearings did not happen on August 11th
Eastern Avenue is one of Crozet’s most important and long-awaited infrastructure projects. Because of the significance of the roadway, bridge, Lickinghole Creek crossing, trail system, wildlife corridor, floodplain, and surrounding neighborhoods, the CCA would like to provide an opportunity for residents and community leaders to discuss both the County’s recent public meeting and the preliminary design-build plans.
CAC members, HOA representatives, community organizations, and all Crozet residents are invited to participate. We welcome both concerns and positive feedback about the County’s presentation and meeting format.
The discussion will focus on the following questions:
Public participation and transparency
The County presentation did not include a general public question-and-answer period. Following the presentation, residents were directed to several individual design stations where questions could be discussed with County staff and consultants.
- Did this format provide residents with an adequate opportunity to understand the project and have their concerns addressed?
- Would the community have benefited from an open, on-the-record Q&A where everyone could hear the same questions and answers?
- Should County staff and project consultants provide a public response to significant questions raised by residents?
- If this is the principal public meeting during this stage of the project, should the County provide another community meeting before the design advances?
Eastern Avenue design
The current plans are preliminary, yet decisions made during the design-build process could have long-term consequences for Crozet.
- What additional information does the community need regarding the bridge design, floodplain, Lickinghole Creek, wildlife connectivity, trails, stormwater, traffic, and pedestrian safety?
- Should the Crozet Trails Crew, Parks & Recreation, natural-resource professionals, adjoining neighborhoods, and other community stakeholders have a more formal role as the design develops?
- What design elements should the community consider essential rather than optional?
Right-of-way and property interests
The County has begun discussions with some HOAs regarding proffers, easements, or right-of-way while the concept plans remain preliminary.
- At what stage should property owners and HOAs be asked to make permanent right-of-way or easement commitments?
- What information should affected communities receive before being asked to convey property rights?
Budget, design-build and project risk
- Does the community have enough information about the complete project budget, funding, design-build process, regulatory approvals, contingencies, and potential cost overruns?
- What assurances should the County provide that important community and environmental features will remain part of the project if costs increase?
Where do we go from here?
We want to hear from residents who were satisfied with the County presentation as well as those who believe greater public engagement is needed.
At the conclusion of the discussion, the CCA will consider whether there is community consensus around specific next steps, which could include requesting additional information, submitting formal written comments, asking for an additional public meeting with an open Q&A, or requesting additional stakeholder involvement as the Eastern Avenue design moves forward.
Other New Business
- Albemarle County Police Department (ACPD)
Possible visit, update from the Evening Patrol Division - County Supervisor Update
Ann Mallek - Planning Commissioner Update
Lonnie Murray
Update: Windy Knoll a ZMA 2025-00007 application denied 5-1 by the Planning Commission is on the agenda for the Board of Supervisors Meeting on 9/2/2026.
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 – Q4 2026
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.
Crozet Small Business Collaborative
The CSBC connects and supports small businesses in Crozet Virginia. This networking and support group of small business owners meet monthly. Have a small business – for information contact Erica Thomas www.crozetsbc.wordpress.com
Crozet Trails Crew
The Crozet Trails Crew (CTC) is made up of community members who are interested in helping plan, build, and promote pedestrian and bicycle trails in and around Crozet, Virginia. Learn how to volunteer https://crozettrailscrew.org/get-involved/how-to-volunteer/
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/
FRONTPORCHX Weekly Newsletter
Delivered each Wednesday
https://www.frontporchx.com/
Closing & Adjournment
• Open floor for final comments and community questions
• Confirm next meeting date and location – Tuesday, November 3, 2026 in Crozet Library Community Room
• Motion to adjourn
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