During the Orange County Board of Supervisors' regular meeting on November 20, 2024, several key appointments were made, reflecting the board's ongoing commitment to community governance. The board voted to return Ed Voorhees to the Central Virginia Regional Jail Authority and appointed Aaron Ball and James Carr to the Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT). Additionally, Theresa Harris and Tom Newbig were designated to the Economic Development Authority, while Frank Dyer and Colonel Hoffman were appointed as representatives to the Thomas Jefferson Area Community Criminal Justice Board. Claire Clark was also appointed to the tourism advisory committee, replacing David Solomon.

Following these appointments, the meeting transitioned to public comments, where community members were invited to voice their concerns. Notably, one resident expressed gratitude for the board's efforts but raised serious concerns regarding the governance structure of the Orange County Board of Supervisors and the Rapidan Service Authority (RSA). The speaker highlighted a perceived conflict between the board's focus on growth and tax base expansion and the RSA's responsibility to provide clean drinking water to residents and businesses. This concern was underscored by recent discussions surrounding the Wilderness Crossing project, where the speaker felt that water requirements were inadequately addressed in favor of rapid development.

The meeting concluded with no additional public comments, and the board reminded attendees of the upcoming town hall meeting scheduled for 7:00 PM. This session aims to further engage the community in discussions about local governance and development issues. The board's actions and the public's feedback underscore the ongoing dialogue about balancing growth with essential services in Orange County, a critical issue for residents as the area continues to evolve.