The Winchester City Council held a regular meeting on September 9, 2025, at 6:00 PM, addressing several key agenda items, including discussions on funding and project approvals.

The meeting began with a motion to table a specific item, which was seconded and approved by a majority vote. Council members expressed their support for further consideration of a fee for 12 to 17-year-olds, indicating a desire to include this in future discussions.

Following this, the council moved on to item 12.2, which involved a resolution to approve applications for revenue sharing funds from the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) for transportation projects. Councilors Bell and Perry Eisenach presented this item, highlighting that these state funds require a 50-50 match from the city. The council noted that this funding source is preferable due to its straightforward process compared to federal funds, which often come with more restrictions.

The city can apply for up to $10 million every two years through this program, and the proposed projects are part of the approved capital improvement plan. The council emphasized the importance of maximizing these funds to cover 50% of project costs, with three projects already having received revenue sharing funds in the past.

The meeting concluded with a clear focus on advancing the city’s transportation initiatives while ensuring that future discussions would include considerations for youth fees. The council plans to revisit the tabled item at a later date, although no specific timeline was established for its return.