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EDA authorizes archaeological surveys on Nixon parcel after cultural resources flag graves and Native‑American artifacts

Isle of Wight County Economic Development Authority · July 8, 2025
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Summary

After prior Phase 1 work flagged Native American archaic components, wetlands and possible unmarked graves on the Nixon (Parcel 2) land, the EDA authorized phase‑2 work including boundary determination, targeted survey and GPR; members discussed sequencing and cost, and the board moved to authorize a $61,450 expenditure for consultant work.

Staff briefed the board on cultural‑resources findings for Parcel 2 (the Nixon property). A previous Phase 1 study (2013) and a recent consultant review identified Native American archaic‑period components on the parcel's western side, confirmed wetlands, a historic farmstead and at least one marked cemetery plus an area that may contain unmarked graves.

Staff said consultants recommended three follow‑up steps: (1) a boundary determination to define the extent of…

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