Hard to believe it, but summer’s last stand unofficial stand is this Labor Day weekend. Get out and enjoy it while you can! Lots will be happening here in Nelson over the extended weekend.
To see some of what’s going on this Labor Day weekend just click on the image above to access our online version of the magazine!
And for even more events, check out the county tourism’s website by clicking here to get additional listings!
Have fun and be safe!
Come enjoy an info session & adventure photography slide show about Outdoor Adventure Social Club, with 200+ members ages 18 through 70s in the Charlottesville / Richmond / Lynchburg / Staunton / Harrisonburg / Culpeper / Ruckersville / Waynesboro area. • ~2 to 3 adventures offered every day (weekday evenings, and weekends) • Beginners through advanced welcome • Gear and training are provided • THIS EVENT: info session / adventure photography slide show / membership and activity sign-ups, at Baja Bean (upstairs) on the UVa Corner, 1327 W. Main St., Charlottesville, VA. Free. RSVP requested. • ABOUT US: ( www.outdoorsocial.com ) Outdoor Adventure Social Club Members are adults of all ages and skill levels exploring and enjoying nature’s beauty, experiencing diverse cultural and social events, and volunteering in hands-on community service projects while forming new friendships. Our Mission is to provide daily opportunities to exercise mind and body in a safe, supportive atmosphere fostering camaraderie, education, and respect for our environment and community. • OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: backpacking / beach / biking (mountain, road) / bonfire pot luck / camping / canoeing / caving / dodgeball / frisbee golf / fruit-picking / high cables challenge course / hiking / horseback riding / hot air ballooning / kayaking / kickball / meteor shower-viewing / mini-golf / paintball / rafting / rock climbing / running / sand volleyball / skiing (cross-country, downhill) / snowboarding / snowshoeing / swimming / tennis / tubing (river, snow) / ultimate frisbee / via ferrata / volunteering • INDOOR ADVENTURES: bowling / broomball / concerts / cooking club / craft-making / dancing / foreign language conversation / games / happy hours / ice skating / movies / pot lucks / racquetball / restaurants / theater / volleyball / wallyball / wine-tastings / yoga
Thursday, September 01, 2011
From: 20:00 – To: 21:00
Baja Bean on the UVa Corner, 1327 W. Main St., Charlottesville, VA 22903
434-760-4453
(GMT-5) America/New_York
Matthew Rosefsky
Nelson County, Virginia
It’s no secret that Nelson County is the place to be on the east coast if you are in the business of making wine, beer, and now cider! Bold Rock Cidery started construction a few weeks ago on the site owned by John Washburn. It’s on the left about 2 miles south of Nellysford soon after you pass Spruce Creek. ““It [will] be a welcoming ‘public house’ in the original sense of the word,” said John. “A place for locals to gather and visitors to enjoy.” John managed to lasso one of the world’s premier cider makers, Brian Shanks. Brian is a co-founder and COO of the newly formed company.
In our September 2011 issue we take a look at the the latest happenings with the progress of Nelson’s breweries and cidery. Click on the image above to read now! Print copies hitting the stands this week!
Read lots more about all of what’s happening with the breweries and cidery by clicking here to read our electronic online edition of Nelson County Life Magazine or pick up a printed copy out on stands this week!
This aerial video above shot by crews with WRAL-TV in North Carolina shows the extensive damage on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Click on the player above to view.
Eastern Virginia & North Carolina
We essentially got nothing here in Nelson County from the passage of Hurricane Irene to our east. But that was a far different story on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and places such as the Outer Banks in North Carolina. Extensive damage has been reported there. It also continues all the way up the coast to New England.
In Nelson we saw less than 1/2″ of rain and no winds higher than 35 MPH. In Richmond considerable damage was reported along with heavy rains.
Another developing storm way off in the Atlantic could affect the US mainland in about 10 days to 2 weeks. It is expected to become a hurricane withing the next few days.
Roseland/Afton
Nelson County, Virginia
In spite of threatening skies lots of people still weathered the rain and took past in several of the events going on in Nelson County this past weekend. Devils Backbone held their Mountain Cross this past Saturday morning. It’s was a 66 mile race across the hills of Nelson County.
Labor Day Weekend is up next! Lots more to do over that holiday here in Nelson!
A look at Irene as she come passes to our east along Virginia Beach and points north.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Present: Mr. Joe Dan Johnson, Mr. Tommy Bruguiere, Mr. Allen Hale, Mr. Tommy Harvey and Ms. Connie Brennan
REGION 2000 REGIONAL WATER SUPPLY PLAN: Mr. Mike Larson, Draper Aden, reviewed the draft plan including a drought response and contingency plan. Read the study at http://nelsoncounty.com/files/2011/07/RPT_-_11_0413_-_Region_2000_WSP_Revised_April_2011_-_DAA_MP-Reduced-File.pdf
Supervisors voted unanimously to adopt the Region 2000 Water Supply Plan as it relates to Nelson County. Supervisors tabled a resolution to adopt a local drought ordinance for further review.
CLOSED SESSION: Supervisors met in Closed Session to consult with legal counsel regarding the Lovingston Health Care Center/Medical Facilities of America and to consult with legal counsel regarding the Gladstone Rescue Squad receivership. Following the Closed Session, Supervisors directed the County Attorney to continue conversations with MFA.
HEALTH DEPARTMENT BUILDING: Discussion tabled until the next meeting.
LEASE AGREEMENTS: Mr. Payne (County Attorney) asked the Board for direction on the tower lease for the Gladstone Rescue Squad property given that that property has now reverted to the county. He noted that the county can enter into the agreement or assign it to another party. Mr. Johnson said that the county should retain the ability to co-locate on that tower and should ask Clay Stewart what he needs on the tower. Supervisors authorized the county attorney to negotiate best possible agreement.
Mr. Payne advised the Board that a new lease will be going out to Cingular (AT&T) for the Devils Knob tower. If they enter into the agreement within one year, they will pay $77,000 (1/2 of the estimated cost of the tower) with the lease agreement on the equipment going to WPOA. Supervisors directed Mr. Payne to move forward with the new lease, noting that the county will build the tower either way.
Supervisors adopted a resolution authorizing public hearings on the two issues above related to public property and the county entering into lease agreements on the sites.
JOB DESCRIPTION/FULL TIME SOLID WASTE MANAGER: Tabled for further consideration by staff.
GLADSTONE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT INVOICE: Supervisors voted unanimously to approve reimbursement of an invoice for $224.63 for medical supplies.
PERMITTED SIGNS: Mr. Carter presented a resolution of intent to amend the Zoning Ordinance related to signs in various districts, noting that the Rockfish Valley Community Center wishes to put up a sign but is limited to a 6 square foot sign in a Residential (R-1) District. Mr. Harvey said that the problem is that RVCC is zoned Residential and should be zoned Business or Agricultural. He said that he thought the zoning had already been changed. Supervisors directed staff to investigate the zoning and have RVCC apply for a rezoning if one is needed.
Meeting adjourned.
Afton
Nelson County, Virginia
We’ve been hearing tons of chatter about a group of airmen walking through Nelson County carrying a flag. Marcel McNicoll got this picture to us Friday morning. Turns out it’s a group of active soldiers from Langley AFB. They left Texas on July 4th and are walking to New York City to honor their fallen comrades on 9-11.
Give these guys some room and let them know you support them if you pass by.
PLANNING COMMISSION
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Present: Ms. Philippa Proulx, Mr. Mike Harman, Ms. Linda Russell, Mr. Mike Tapager and Ms. Connie Brennan (Board Liaison)
Absent: Ms. Emily Hunt
SPECIAL USE PERMIT/CENTRAL VIRGINIA WIND ENERGY: Mr. Dan Boyle, representing property owner Mr. Barton Biggs, submitted an application for a permit to install a 140-foot wind turbine on a 175-acre property at 4026 River Road, Faber. Mr. Boger reported that the property is on a section of River Road designated Scenic Byway and that the turbine would be visible from the road, especially when the leaves are off the trees. Mr. Boger also said that the application indicates that the blades will be white in color and said that the white might be more noticeable from the road.
Mr. Boyle stated that the turbine would be approximately 40 feet above the tree line. Ms. Russell asked about the type of fence. Mr. Boyle said that the steps would be removed from the ground up to the 12-foot mark to make discourage anyone from climbing the tower. Ms. Russell asked about lighting and Mr. Boyle said that the turbine would not be lit. Ms. Russell asked whether the lattice on the tower would be reflective and Mr. Boyle said that it would be galvanized.
Ms. Russell said that the only issue seems to be the color, but said that she has seen a turbine with white blades in Albemarle County and it did not bother her. She said that she finds the turbines much more attractive than cell towers. Mr. Boger said that the turbines could be detrimental to Bald Eagles and bats.
With no public comment, Commissioners voted unanimously to recommend approval of the 140-foot wind turbine.
CLASS I COMMUNICATION TOWER/AT&T/WATERWORKS LANE: The applicant submitted an application for a 78-foot metal monopole tower with a 2-foot lightning rod on property located on Waterworks Lane, Wintergreen Resort. The application notes that the tower will replace an existing tower and will be painted dark brown. The application also includes a request for a waiver to Section 20-7-K-5 landscaping requirements. The area is wooded and well screened from adjacent properties.
With no public comment, Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the tower and grant a waiver to the landscaping requirements.
SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE: Mr. Boger presented information on requiring shared driveways for lots fronting on state roads. He reported that VDOT requires a commercial entrance when three or more lots share a driveway. After discussion, Commissioners directed staff to prepare draft language to require that every two lots share a driveway for smaller lots, possibly 5 acres or less in size. Anything over that size would be exempt from the requirement.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WORK SESSION: Commissioners directed staff to determine whether a quorum would be available to meet on Wednesday, October 5th at 7:30pm. They set Wednesday, October 12th as the second option for a meeting.
Meeting adjourned.
FLOOD WATCH
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BALTIMORE MD/WASHINGTON DC
300 PM EDT THU AUG 25 2011
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA-PRINCE GEORGES-ANNE ARUNDEL-CHARLES-
ST. MARYS-CALVERT-NELSON-ALBEMARLE-GREENE-MADISON-ORANGE-CULPEPER-
PRINCE WILLIAM/MANASSAS/MANASSAS PARK-FAIRFAX-
ARLINGTON/FALLS CHURCH/ALEXANDRIA-STAFFORD-SPOTSYLVANIA-
KING GEORGE-SOUTHERN FAUQUIER-
INCLUDING THE CITIES OF…WASHINGTON…ANNAPOLIS…WALDORF…
ST MARYS CITY…CHARLOTTESVILLE…CULPEPER…MANASSAS…
MANASSAS PARK…FAIRFAX…ALEXANDRIA…FALLS CHURCH…
FREDERICKSBURG
300 PM EDT THU AUG 25 2011
…FLASH FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT
TONIGHT…
THE FLASH FLOOD WATCH CONTINUES FOR
* PORTIONS OF MARYLAND…THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND VIRGINIA…
INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING AREAS…IN MARYLAND…ANNE ARUNDEL…
CALVERT…CHARLES…PRINCE GEORGES AND ST. MARYS. THE DISTRICT
OF COLUMBIA. IN VIRGINIA…ALBEMARLE…ARLINGTON/FALLS
CHURCH/ALEXANDRIA…CULPEPER…FAIRFAX…GREENE…KING
GEORGE…MADISON…NELSON…ORANGE…PRINCE
WILLIAM/MANASSAS/MANASSAS PARK…SOUTHERN FAUQUIER…
SPOTSYLVANIA AND STAFFORD.
* UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT
* SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS WILL SPREAD INTO THE AREA THIS
AFTERNOON INTO EARLY THIS EVENING. A FEW OF THESE THUNDERSTORMS
WILL BE CAPABLE OF PRODUCING HEAVY RAINFALL. LOCALIZED RAINFALL
AROUND TWO INCHES WILL BE POSSIBLE. IF A COUPLE OF THUNDERSTORMS
TRACK ACROSS THE SAME AREA…OR A SINGLE THUNDERSTORM MOVES
SLOWLY…THE FLASH FLOODING MAY RESULT.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A FLASH FLOOD WATCH MEANS THAT CONDITIONS MAY DEVELOP THAT LEAD
TO FLASH FLOODING. FLASH FLOODING IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION.
YOU SHOULD MONITOR LATER FORECASTS AND BE PREPARED TO TAKE ACTION
SHOULD FLASH FLOOD WARNINGS BE ISSUED.
