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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lynchburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
C-PACE ordinance modernization
Staff pitched updating the 2019 C-PACE ordinance to join Virginia's statewide program, letting commercial property owners voluntarily finance energy and resiliency upgrades. No City fiscal exposure beyond staff time; a public hearing comes later.
Earl Brooks, Sr. bridge naming
Council work-shopped naming the Odd Fellows Road bridge over U.S. 460 for NASCAR pioneer Earl Brooks, Sr. It'll cost about $1,000 in signs and needs a petition to the state — decision expected in September, with strong community support.
Verizon lease at Abert Water Filtration Plant
A new cell tower lease on City land in Bedford County brings $11,400 a year to the Water Fund and better communications reliability for the water plant and pump station.
Sewer overflow claim settlement at 712 Sand Hill Drive
The city settled a claim from a sewer line overflow that damaged a home on Sand Hill Drive.
Summer Youth Programs and Gym Access
The parks department presented summer offerings; a resident pushed for reopened gyms and midnight basketball, and council members floated open gyms and adult sports.