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Supervisor Gearhart to Recuse From Vote on Ratification of St. Stephen’s Property Acquisition
Summary
The board will consider ratifying a property acquisition of a parcel owned by the trustees of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church; Supervisor Gearhart announced he will recuse himself from the vote for perceived conflict of interest.
The Fauquier County Board of Supervisors’ agenda review April 10 included a resolution to ratify and execute a property acquisition agreement for a parcel owned by the trustees of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church at 12187 Elk Run Road in Midland, Virginia.
Staff said the board originally approved the purchase by resolution on Nov. 14, 2024, and the ratification ensures completion of required formalities following finalization of the acquisition. During the agenda review Supervisor Gearhart announced he would recuse himself from the vote, stating he is a trustee of St. Stephen’s and that his recusal is for perception reasons despite no financial gain.
The ratification resolution remained on the regular meeting agenda for formal consideration; Gearhart’s recusal was noted for the record during the agenda review.
No additional details about the purchase price, funding source or intended use of the property were provided during the agenda review.
