Scott County Board denies Lucy Road special‑use permit, approves claims and authorizes Gate City property negotiation

The Scott County Board of Supervisors voted to deny a special‑use permit for a proposed use on Lucy Road and took several administrative actions at its meeting.

Supervisors reviewed the item, which had been on the June agenda and drew more than 200 signatures opposing approval, and cited unresolved questions including VDOT entrance requirements and health‑department concerns. After discussion, Supervisor Michelle Glover moved to deny the special‑use permit and the motion was seconded by Miss Anderson. The chair called for a voice vote and the motion passed.

On county finances, staff reported available cash in the general fund of $4,903,913 and total claims for the month of $986,619.83. A motion to approve the listed claims was made and carried by voice vote.

The board entered an executive (closed) session under Virginia Code §2.2‑3711 to discuss real estate in Gate City. After reconvening and certifying compliance with the open‑meeting law, the board voted to "allow the county administrator to negotiate on behalf of the board for properties in Gate City on Jackson Street," a motion moved and seconded in open session and carried by voice vote.

The board concluded by setting the next meeting date in November at 9 a.m.

Votes at a glance

- Motion to add 'state of the county' to the agenda — approved by voice vote (agenda adoption). - Motion to approve minutes — approved by voice vote. - Special‑use permit for Lucy Road — motion to deny made by Michelle Glover, seconded by Miss Anderson; motion passed by voice vote. - Claims approval — motion made and carried (claims totalling $986,619.83 reported). - Post‑closed session action — motion to allow the county administrator to negotiate Jackson Street properties in Gate City; motion passed by voice vote.

The meeting also included public comment and presentations on storm damage, emergency sheltering and agricultural losses.