Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Lesley Starke’s organization
Jun 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Board Board Meeting
The Board meeting included reports on Dam Safety and Soil and Water Conservation activities, including an impact analysis of proposed incremental damage assessment methodology. Key actions included the approval of 17 grant applications totaling over $4.9 million under the Dam Safety, Flood Prevention and Protection Assistance Fund, with a waiver for eligible applicants not recommended for funding to skip the 2027 reapplication process. Additionally, the Board reviewed administrative policies for fiscal year 2027, discussed updates to the Virginia Agricultural Cost-Share manual, and received updates on enforcement and pre-enforcement actions for various dams across the Commonwealth.
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Department of Conservation and Recreation Coastal Resilience Master Plan
The Draft Coastal Resilience Master Plan Phase II, developed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation for the Commonwealth of Virginia, aims to comprehensively assess flood risk and guide informed decision-making to enhance resilience. The plan analyzes flood hazards from coastal, riverine, and rainfall-driven sources, evaluating their impacts on community resources, built infrastructure, human infrastructure, and natural infrastructure across various future planning scenarios (2030-2060 and 2060-2100). It integrates an inventory of existing resilience projects and presents 20 recommendations for research, data-driven prioritization, funding, outreach, and intergovernmental coordination, with an overarching goal to safeguard the Commonwealth from increasing flood exposure.
May 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Flood Resilience Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee meeting focused on flood resilience and included introductions of members and their respective agencies or organizations and their roles in flood management and resilience. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a presentation and discussion regarding the Freedom of Information Act (FOYA), specifically outlining the rules for conducting open public meetings, notice requirements, agenda transparency, and the maintenance of official records.
May 19, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
York River State Park Master Plan Update
This document outlines the Master Plan Update process for York River State Park, a comprehensive planning document designed to guide the park's development over a 30-year timeframe. The update focuses on evaluating and preserving natural, cultural, and physical resources, enhancing the visitor experience, and planning for capital development and staffing. Key considerations include adapting to park system and recreation trends, addressing community needs and visitor satisfaction, and ensuring intelligent siting of new facilities based on resource inventories and visitor experience preferences.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
