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By Confounded in Christiansburg On October 6 at 4:03 AM

At least two public meetings are on the docket this week.  One has a stated agenda, the other does not.

The Planning Commission will meet Monday, Oct. 6th at 4 pm  at Town Hall.  The agenda includes:

  • Review of a CUP granted March 4 for a residence located at 108 Chapel St., zoned B-3 General Business District, allowing sales of small animals including reptiles;
  • Continued item to discuss candidates being considered for recommendation to council for appointment to Planning Commission relative to a second vacancy effective Sept. 1;
  • Continued item to amend Chapter 3 “Advertising” of the Christiansburg Town Code in regards to provisions for roof, wall, and marquee signage as directed by council May 20;
  • Update on continued item in regards to provisions for a Historic District Overlay, as directed by council March 18; 
  • Consideration of amendment to Chapter 30 “Zoning” of the Christiansburg Town Code in regards to provisions for parking facilities  continued from Aug. 4 meeting;  
  • Consideration for amending town code in regards to provisions for bed and breakfast inns. 

Town Council meets Tuesday Oct. 7 at 7:30 pm, but an agenda is not yet available.   Historically setting a calendar for regular meetings to occur on the first and third Tuesdays of each month, this does little to provide members or the public with information about what will be addressed via the agenda.  This may just meet the letter of the law (FOIA), but falls short of meeting its intent.  All other government bodies in Montgomery County -- the Board of Supervisors, the elected School Board, the Town of Blacksburg, and the various Planning Commissions -- provide agendas for all public meetings a minimum of three days in advance. 

So even if you feel clueless about what may or may not be discussed, put an hour or two aside and come watch your town officials conduct the business of its citizens.  It's easy to do, very informative and well worth your time.