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Powhatan EDA votes to join regional economic development organization
Summary
The Powhatan County Economic Development Authority voted 4-0 on April 13, 2026 to sign a memorandum of understanding to join a Regional Economic Development Organization (REDO) after a presentation by Rural Resilience Advisors. The decision directs staff to finalize entry into the REDO.
The Powhatan County Economic Development Authority voted April 13 to sign a memorandum of understanding and proceed with joining a Regional Economic Development Organization (REDO).
Director Roxanne Salerno introduced consultants Liz Povar and David Denny of Rural Resilience Advisors, who presented and answered questions about the REDO MOU. After the presentation, EDA member Chris Shust moved that the authority sign the MOU and authorize Salerno to move forward with entering the REDO; John Saber seconded the motion. Chairman Frank Rennie, Treasurer/Interim Vice-Chairman Tim Benusa, Saber and Shust voted in favor, and the motion passed 4-0.
The board did not detail funding commitments in the minutes; the vote authorized staff to execute the MOU and proceed with membership steps. The presentation from Rural Resilience Advisors framed the agreement as a regional collaboration mechanism; board members signaled support without recorded dissent.
The EDA took the vote as part of old business; staff will carry out the administrative steps required to formalize the county’s participation in the REDO. The board also discussed other property and project items later in the meeting.
No further action items related to the REDO were recorded in the minutes; follow-up and any funding implications will appear on future agendas if staff recommends them.
