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Meet the county’s key leadership Building Inspections
Paul Snyder (540) 967-3430 psnyder@louisa.org The building inspections department issues building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits and handles other building-related matters.
Clerk of the Circuit Court
Patty Madison (540) 967-5312 pmadison@courts. state.va.us The clerk of the court is a constitutional officer elected every eight years. The clerk handles administrative matters for the court and also has the authority to probate wills, grant administration of estates and appoint guardians. The clerk is the custodian of the court’s records and the clerk’s office is where deeds are recorded and marriage licenses issued.
Commissioner of the Revenue
Stacey Fletcher (540) 967-3431 sfletcher@louisa.org The post is a constitutional office and the commissioner is elected every four years. The office assesses business and personal property and maintains real estate and income and personal property records. It also administers the tax relief for the elderly and disabled and land-use taxation programs.
Commonwealth’s Attorney
Rusty McGuire (540) 967-2205 rmcguire@ louisa.org The commonwealth’s attorney is the chief prosecutor in Louisa’s court system, which consists of the circuit court, general district court and juvenile and domestic relations court. The commonwealth’s attorney is a constitutional officer elected
Community Development
Robert Gardner (540) 967-3430 rgardner@louisa.org The community development department implements the county’s goals and objectives for all land-use matters, including enforcement of the county’s zoning and subdivision ordinances. It also provides staff support for the planning commission, board of zoning appeals and development review committee.
County Administrator
Christian Goodwin (540) 967-3400 info@louisa.org The county administrator, appointed by the Louisa County Board of Supervisors, is responsible for implementing the policies and procedures established by the supervisors. He is the chief executive of the county government and supervises all departments with the exception of the sheriff’s, treasurer’s and commissioner of the revenue’s offices.
County Attorney Helen Phillips (540) 967-4582 hphillips@louisa.org The county attorney’s office provides legal counsel and advice in all civil matters to the board of supervisors and all other boards, agencies and officials of the county in such areas as land use and zoning, taxation and finance, law enforcement, social services, contracts, real estate, employment, legislation and litigation. The office drafts ordinances and resolutions to implement policy decisions of the board of supervisors, prepares legislative proposals, represents the county in litigation, and prosecutes county Code violations. In addition, the office represents the emergency operations center, the board of zoning appeals, the Industrial Development Authority and constitutional officers.
Economic Development
Andy Wade (540) 967-4581 econdev@ yeslouisa.org The department’s primary duty is to retain commercial and industrial businesses and promote their growth in the county.
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Tonya Miller (540) 967-3494 tmiller@louisa.org This office serves as the main e m e rg e n c y d i s patch center for the county and oversees the radio communications system, computeraided dispatch system, 911 systems and other vital public safety communications equipment.
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Extension Office
Charles Rosson (540) 967-3422 Virginia Cooperative Extension is the educational outreach arm of Virginia Tech and Virginia State University. The service provides information and advice through agents in specialized fields including agriculture and natural resources, 4-H youth development and Master Gardeners.
Finance
Wanda Colvin (540) 967-3413 wcolvin@louisa.org
The finance department is required to establish and maintain effective control over the county’s financial activities by providing accurate fiscal information as required by law on a timely basis in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures. This department assists the board of supervisors and other county departments by providing budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and procurement services. The county’s revenues are derived from a number of sources including local taxes and fees, charges for services, and state and federal funding. Major expenditure classifications include public safety, education, health and welfare, parks and recreation, and others.
Fire/EMS
Keith Greene (540) 967-3491 lcfems@louisa.org The Louisa County Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services consists of a combination of career and volunteer providers serving the citizens and visitors of Louisa County. The department provides basic life support (BLS), advanced life support (ALS), and fire response to all types of emergencies that impact our county. The county provides career staff operating out of several of the volunteer stations, along with available volunteer fire and EMS providers.
General District Court
Brandy Alexander (540) 967-5330 balexander@courts. state.va.us The general district court handles traffic violations, hears minor criminal cases known as misdemeanors, and conducts preliminary hearings for more serious criminal cases called felonies. General district courts have exclusive authority to hear civil cases with claims of $4,500 or less and share authority with the circuit courts to hear cases with claims between $4,500 and $25,000. Examples of civil cases are landlord and tenant disputes, contract disputes and personal injury actions.
General Registrar
Cristy Watkins (540) 967 3427 cwatkins@louisa. org The office is responsible for Louisa County voter registration and the upkeep of voting records.
General Services
Anderson Woolfolk (540) 967-3462 awoolfolk@ louisa.org The general services department is one of the largest departments within the county administration with more than 50 employees. The department oversees fleet management, the animal shelter, refuse collection and recycling centers, buildings and grounds maintenance, the sanitary landfill, and oversees all capital construction projects.
Human Services
Janice Allen, director janice.allen@dss. virginia.gov Vicke Nester, family services program manager vicke.moore@dss. virginia.gov (540) 967-1320
This department provides Louisa citizens benefits and services based on programs established by local, state and federal laws and policies including child protective and adult services, foster care and adoption services, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), Medicaid, energy assistance, child care assistance and fraud prevention.
Human Resources
Griff Carmichael (540) 967-0401 HR@louisa.org The office handl e s al l asp ect s of Louisa County government’s employment, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, policy development and training.
Information Technology
Bob Hardy (540) 967-4599 ITSupport@louisa. org This department provides computer and telecommunications support services for county departments and constitutional officers.
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Louisa County Airport
Ed Jarvis, airport asset manager (540) 967-0050 ejarvis@louisa.org The airport asset manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the Louisa County Airport and serves as secretary to the Louisa Industrial Development Authority.
Louisa County Library
Ophelia Payne (540) 894-5853 opayne@jmrl.org Louisa County Library is part of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library system. One of the system’s nine branches is located in Louisa. With combined holdings of 500,000 items, the library circulates over 1,600,000 items annually. Library users have access to online databases and downloadable books 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Books can be ordered from other branches as well.
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
James Smith (540) 967-4420 jsmith@louisa.org This office operates the county’s parks and other recreational facilities and oversees leisure time activities and recreational programs subsidized by the county. The office also manages tourismrelated activities and outreach.
Sheriff
every four years.
Donald Lowe (540) 967-1234 (540) 967-4589 LCSO@louisa.org The sheriff oversees all law enforcement activities. The post is a constitutional office, a position that is elected
Treasurer
Henry Wash (540) 967-4595 hwash@louisa.org The treasurer is a constitutional officer elected every four years. It is in this office that county real estate, personal property taxes and dog and automobile licenses are paid.
Water Authority
Pam Baughman (540) 967-1122 pbaughman@louisa.org The mission of the Louisa County Water Authority is to provide top quality drinking water to every tap in the system around the clock and to meet or exceed all regulatory mandates when returning effluent back to the environment.
Louisa’s government and any of its officials are available by calling (540) 967-0401 or toll free at (866) 325-4131, or visit www.louisacounty.com
Planning Commission
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The Louisa County Planning Commission is comprised of seven members who are appointed by the Louisa County Board of Supervisors, as well as a representative from each of the county’s two towns. As mandated by state law, the planning commission is an advisory body to the board of supervisors. The commission works closely with the county’s community development department staff. The primary responsibility of the commission is to create and recommend a comprehensive plan for physical development of the county, develop and recommend a zoning code in accordance with the comprehensive plan, develop and certify regulations governing the division of land, review conditional use permits and maintain an official zoning map for the county. The planners must also review the county’s proposed Capital Improvements Plan budget proposal annually and forward recommendations to the supervisors. The planning commission meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. for regular monthly meetings. Work sessions are generally held at 6 p.m., if needed, but start times may vary.
The Louisa County Industrial Development Authority was founded in 1978 to establish industry and assist with job growth in the community. Through the efforts of local government and the IDA, the Louisa Industrial Air Park and Freeman Field were established. The IDA works in tandem with the county’s economic development department. Today, the air park boasts a general aviation airport, manufacturing companies, government contracting businesses, banking headquarters, a newspaper business, accounting and surveying firms, and healthcare and dental practices. The IDA purchased a large tract of land in 2014 near the existing air park on Davis Highway for additional development. The authority has also been involved in financing development at Ferncliff Business Park. It is the job of a seven-member au-
thority, which is appointed by the board of supervisors, to oversee the airport, existing air park industry and prospective new businesses to the air park. The authority is a conduit-issuer of bonds and enables bonds to be issued with a tax-exempt status. These bonds are offered as incentives to companies involved in manufacturing and distribution activities to locate, relocate or expand in Louisa County, thereby creating and retaining jobs, promoting economic revitalization, and providing needed public and community services. In 2020 the IDA served as distributor of federal relief funds for small businesses hurt by the coronavirus pandemic. Grants of $10,000 apiece were made available for entrepreneurs who could show a decline in revenues of at least 25 percent. For more information call the IDA at (540) 967-0050.
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Louisa County Board of Supervisors Louisa County is governed by a seven-member board of supervisors elected by citizens to serve four-year terms representing each of the county’s voting districts. The board of supervisors regularly meets on the first and third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room in the Louisa County Administration Building. The public is invited to speak during the public comment period shortly after the beginning of each meeting. Public hearings take place directly after the 6 p.m. general business.
Chairman Bob Babyok Green Springs District Term expires Dec. 31, 2021 (301) 351-9910 (cell) e-mail: LCBS_GSD@louisa.org
The board of supervisors is responsible for planning, developing and regulating growth throughout Louisa County, as well as maintaining current county operations and services. The board is also responsible for setting tax rates and the county’s budget. To assist the county, the board of supervisors appoints individuals (generally county residents) to various commissions and committees. These groups provide advisory support to the board regarding numerous aspects of county government.
Louisa County Tax Rates
Real Estate Personal property Business personal property Machinery and Tools Merchants’ Capital Aircraft
$0.72/$100 $2.43/$100 $1.90/$100 $1.90/$100 $0.65/$100 $0.48/$100
The Louisa County Board of Supervisors charges a license fee to be paid with residents’ personal property taxes. The meals tax is 4% and the transient occupancy tax, 2%. Virginia levies both individual and corporate income taxes and a 5 percent sales tax, of which one percent is returned to the locality. Tax deadlines are as follows: Jan. 31 Renewal of contractors license May 1 File 1st Quarter Virginia Estimated Tax; state tax return; and business personal property tax form Personal property tax forms due; file tax relief for the elderly and disabled June 15 File 2nd Quarter Virginia Estimated Tax
Vice Çhairman Eric Purcell Louisa District Term expires Dec. 31, 2023 (434) 466-8349 (cell) e-mail: LCBS_LD@louisa.org
Tommy Barlow Mountain Road District Term expires Dec. 31, 2021 (804) 556-4656 (home) (804) 310-4130 (cell) (804) 556-4666 (work) e-mail: LCBS_MRD@louisa.org
Fitzgerald A. Barnes Patrick Henry District Term expires Dec. 31, 2021 (540) 967-1967 (home) (434) 996-8534 (cell) e-mail: LCBS_PHD@louisa.org
Willie Gentry Cuckoo District Term expires Dec. 31, 2023 (540) 894-4751 (home) (540) 894-6437 (cell) e-mail: LCBS_CD@louisa.org
Duane Adams Mineral District Term expires Dec. 31, 2021 (540) 894-3149 (cell) e-mail: LCBS_MD@louisa.org
Toni Williams Jackson District Term expires Dec. 31, 2023 (540) 894-7590 (cell) e-mail: LCBS_JD@louisa.org
Sept. 15 File 3rd Quarter Virginia Estimated Tax Dec. 5 Pay Personal Property and Real Estate taxes Jan. 31 Dog tags due Jan. 15 File 4th Quarter Virginia Estimated Tax
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Law enforcement at its finest
Sheriff’s Office The Louisa County Sheriff’s Office is the primary law enforcement agency in the county and is responsible for criminal investigations, patrol, animal control and court security. Civil service deputies also serve warrants, summonses, civil papers, eviction notices, trespass warrants and other legal documents. The LCSO has a K-9 unit, Gang Task Force, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, a Click It or Ticket program, the Operation Safe Passage and Child Safe programs and a marine unit on Lake Anna. In 2016 the sheriff’s office worked with other community groups to launch Community Strong, an effort to strengthen residents’ understanding of what deputies do. In response
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Animal control officer W. Bouchard with an osprey. Alyssa Ellison heads the sheriff’s office ACO unit. to protests across the country in 2020 against police brutality, Community Strong is working on new initiatives such as purchasing more body cameras. Other new programs include the Citizens Law Enforcement Academy, where residents can learn the ins and outs of every-
day police practices. Louisa’s Emergency Communications Center is also operated as part of the LCSO. For all non-emergency inquiries for the sheriff’s office or records clerk, citizens should call (540) 967-1234.
Sexual Assault Resource Agency (SARA)
Louisa Police Chief Tom Leary came to the town in 2019, bringing decades of experience as an officer with Henrico County.
Town of Louisa Police Department
Chief Tom Leary (540) 967-3011 The Louisa Police Department provides coverage of the town of Louisa. Chief Leary is the supervisor of the force, which operates under the town council.
P.O. Box 1565 335 Greenbrier Drive, Suite 102 Charlottesville, VA 22902 Office (434) 295-7273 24-hour Hotline: (434) 977-7273 info@saracville.org www.saracville.org Services include advocacy for victims, survivors, friends and family members; accompaniment to the emergency room, police station and court; free and confidential therapy; prevention education in elementary, middle and high schools in our service areas; and training for the general public and professional groups. SARA counseling, support and community education programs are free.
In an emergency, Dial 9-1-1
Charles Brown Sr., president P.O. Box 789, Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 894-8989 (800) 346-1466 www.louisacrimesolvers.org Louisa County Crime Solvers Inc. was founded in 1987 to promote community welfare and assist the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office, town of Louisa Police, the Virginia State Police, and the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries Conservation Police in the apprehension of criminals by offering rewards up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of persons committing crimes. Additionally, Louisa County Crime Solvers offers an educational scholarship to Louisa students pursuing a career in law enforcement or a related career. To report information about a crime, call (800) 346-1466 or (540) 967-1202. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8 a.m. in the Louisa County Office Building.
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P.O. Box 1013 1415 Sachem Place, Suite 101 Charlottesville, VA 22902 Office (434) 963-4676 Office Hours: 9-4, M-F 24-hour Hotline: (434) 293-8509 info@shelterforhelpinemergency.org www.shelterforhelpinemergency.org Services include a 24-hour hotline, emergency shelter for women and children, free counseling to women and men experiencing domestic violence, legal advocacy and outreach to the Spanish speaking community.
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Virginia Dept. of Forestry David Stone, county forester P.O. Box 218 430 W. Main Street Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-3702 (540) 967-1259 (fax) www.dof.virginia.gov “We protect and develop healthy sustainable forest resources for Virginia.” The DOF is responsible for fighting forest fires and investigating fire starts for the public’s safety. They enforce the state forest fire, forest water quality and forestry laws. DOF provides forestry management services and advice for forest landowners including reforestation services, forest management plans, and assistance on how to sell timber. The DOF assists towns and county governments with urban and rural forestry issues and projects including developing and reviewing urban tree planting plans, tree selection and maintenance, and tree planting.
Respect the burn ban
The Commonwealth’s 4 p.m. Burning Law goes into effect Feb. 15 each year–the start of spring fire season in Virginia. This law prohibits burning before 4 p.m. each day (Feb. 15 – April 30) if the fire is in, or within 300 feet of, woodland, brushland or fields containing dry grass or other flammable materials.
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Fire Departments ■ Louisa Volunteer Fire Department Company #1 (540) 967-1330 ■ Mineral Volunteer Fire Department Company #2 (540) 894-5660 ■ Bumpass Volunteer Fire Department Company #3 (540) 872-2400
■ Holly Grove Volunteer Fire Department Company #4 (804) 556-6515 ■ Locust Creek Volunteer Fire Department Company #5 (540) 872-3122 ■ Trevilians Volunteer Fire Department Company #6 (540) 967-0868
■ Zion Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department Company #7 (434) 589-1116 ■ Gordonsville Volunteer Fire Department Company #24 (540) 832-5222 Rescue Squads ■ Louisa Rescue Squad (540) 967-1800 ■ Mineral Rescue Squad (540) 894-4678 ■ Holly Grove Rescue Squad (804) 556-6629 ■ Lake Anna Rescue Squad (540) 872-5274 ■ Zion Crossroads Rescue Squad (434) 589-1116 A fire destroyed a historical home on Bibb Store Road in the fall of 2019.
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Louisa County’s halls of justice General District Court The general district court is located in the Cunningham Building at 314 W. Main Street in the town of Louisa. The court handles most traffic violations, hears minor criminal cases involving misdemeanor charges and conducts preliminary hearings for most felony cases. Judge General district courts also have Claiborne Stokes sole authority to hear small-claim civil cases. The Honorable Claiborne Stokes is the Louisa County General District Court’s presiding judge. Brandy Alexander is the clerk of the general district court. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and the phone number is (540) 967-5330.
Circuit Court
The historic circuit courthouse building, built in 1905, was designed by architect D. Wiley Anderson of Richmond.
All felony cases and large claim civil cases are heard at circuit court. Family matters, including divorce, are also heard in the circuit court, as well as all appeals of lower court rulings. Honorable Judge Timothy K. Judge Sanner is the presiding judge for Timothy the circuit court. Sanner Patty Madison is the clerk of the court, and the staff handles numerous tasks beyond work related to the courtroom, including property transfer recordation and marriage licenses. The circuit court and the circuit court clerk’s office are located in the historic Louisa Courthouse at 100 W. Main Street in the town of Louisa. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The phone number is (540) 967-5312.
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court The juvenile and domestic relations court handles all criminal or traffic cases involving juveniles. The court also hears matters involving family members including custody, visitation, child support, child abuse or neglect and criminal cases involving family or household members.
The juvenile and domestic relations court hears cases on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The Honorable Judge Deborah Tinsley is the presiding Louisa Juvenile and Domestic Relations judge. Toni Seay is the clerk of the juvenile and domestic relations court. The office is
located within the Cunningham Building and is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The phone number is (540) 967-5337. Louisa’s courts are part of the 16th Judicial Circuit in the state of Virginia.
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Improved recycling Diane Miller, Louisa County Animal Shelter director, with one of her many furry friends.
Animal services Louisa Animal Shelter
17 Sacred Heart Avenue Mineral, VA 23117 (540) 967-3477 (540) 894-4219 Adoptions: louisacounty. petfinder.com The Louisa County Animal Shelter houses stray animals and those turned in by owners. Animals are kept for specified periods waiting to be returned to their owners or adopted. Lost animals with collars are held at the shelter for 12 days, while strays without collars are held for seven days. Surrendered animals are available immediately. All animals are spayed/neutered prior to going home. The facility provides indoor runs for dogs and stainless steel cages for cats and puppies. New renovations have brightened up the place and expanded the reception area. There is an off-leash play area for interacting with potential new pets or just spending time with a shelter dog to give them some extra outside time. LCAS is always looking for new volunteers to help with the animals. If you are looking for a place to unwind, come
spend time with a few cats or dogs. They need walking, grooming, bathing, playing and cuddling. The county sponsors periodic rabies clinics at which time dog tags are also on sale. The Louisa County Sheriff’s Office should be notified in case of an emergency involving animals at (540) 967-1234.
Louisa Humane Society
P.O. Box 1837 Louisa, VA 23093 info@louisahumanesociety. com www.louisahumanesociety. com FB: Louisa Humane Society The Louisa Humane Society was formed in 2001 by concerned citizens. Their mission is to improve the quality of life for homeless and abandoned local animals; and to provide a clean, safe environment for these unwanted animals while making every effort to adopt them into new, loving homes. The society depends on volunteers and welcomes anyone who loves animals and who is willing to give a
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Residents do not need to separate their recyclables before dropping them off at the county’s landfill or transfer stations. The county collects recyclable materials and delivers them to a privately-operated recovery facility, where items are sorted. Recyclables are accepted at no charge. Louisa residents can recycle glass, plastics, mixed paper and aluminum in one bin, instead of four. Cardboard recycling is still accomplished with separate bins, due to its high market yield.
Local centers for recycling Bells Crossroads 3924 Courthouse Rd. School Bus Road 971 School Bus Rd. Green Springs 10661 Louisa Rd. Trevilians 17703 Louisa Rd. Holly Grove 25 Copper Line Rd.
Buckner 1947 Fredericks Hall Rd. Wares Crossroads 5239 Zachary Taylor Hwy. Yanceyville 9732 Shannon Hill Rd. Pendleton (at the landfill) 803 Moorefield Rd.
The county’s recycling centers currently accept clear, green and brown glass; aluminum and tin; certain numbered plastic; cardboard; mixed paper including newspaper, computer paper and magazines; used motor oil, transmission fluid and hydraulic oil. The landfill accepts more types of waste. Recycling centers are open, M-SA, 8 a.m. until 6 p.m., SU, 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. The landfill on Moorefield Road is open M-SA , 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. For more information, call (540) 894-0401.
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•Household waste and brush up to 500 lbs. per day at no charge. •Any amount over the 500 lbs. limit is prorated at $45/ton •Separate fees for disposal of tires; white goods such as washing machines; mattresses; cars and trailers; etc. Hazardous waste is only accepted on winter and spring dates — one is scheduled on Aug. 15, 2020.
•Anti-freeze, auto batteries, useable masonry/paving debris (6” thick, no steel), useable soil/mulch/ditch spoil must be taken to the main landfill
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A Virginia law went into effect July 1, 2020 requiring voters to present an acceptable form of identification prior to voting. Photo ID is no longer required. The list of acceptable ID includes: • Valid Virginia driver’s license • DMV-issued ID card • Valid United States passport • Other government-issued identification card • Any valid employee photo identification card • Valid college or university student identification card issued by institution of higher education located in the Commonwealth • Current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or other government document with voter’s name and address
Any voter who does not show one of the forms of identification listed above will be asked to sign a statement confirming they are the registered voter they claim to be. Otherwise, a voter may cast a provisional ballot. Visit www.elections.virginia.gov for more information
Louisa County Electoral Board Curtis Haymore, chairman Jeanne Wolf, vice chairman David Koegle, secretary Cristy E. Watkins, general registrar 1 Woolfolk Ave., Louisa Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (540) 967-3427, (540) 967-3492 - fax cwatkins@louisa.org
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The Louisa Airport/Freeman Field is a hub of activity with planes, jets and helicopters regularly using the airport. Many pilots store their aircraft at the airport to take advantage of the low tax rates. File photo
Louisa County Airport a hub of activity The Louisa County Airport (LKU), located at Freeman Field, serves central Virginia with a 4,300-feet-long by 100-feet-wide runway that features upgraded runway lights and runway end strobes. The airport has three instrument approaches that allow flight operations during periods of poor weather. The airport has an Automated Weather Observation Station that aids pilots with weather information prior to their arrival at the airfield. The large main ramp and hangar complex has also been upgraded with new security lighting. The airport is able to accommodate all single- and multiengine piston aircraft, turboprop aircraft and up to medium-sized business jets. The airport serves as a capable point of entry for local and regional business interests supporting the economy and job creation. The airport is owned and sponsored by the Louisa County Industrial Development Authority (IDA). Airport officials hope to build a new airport terminal in the near future, but are waiting for funding approval. The terminal would support flight operations and provide a venue for local government and business to meet using a large, modern conference room and lobby. The airport will also
receive new fencing, access gates and enhanced security measures. In a few years, plans are to expand the runway length to 5,000 feet to accommodate larger business-class jet aircraft. The airport currently has 54 based aircraft and seeks to increase this number as its capabilities increase. Aircraft refueling, maintenance and line services are offered by the airport’s Fixed Base Operator (FBO), Cavalier Aviation. Cavalier Aviation offers major airframe and power-plant maintenance for both piston and
jet aircraft. Line services and refueling are available for all aircraft and helicopters visiting the airport. Cavalier Aviation can be contacted at (540) 967-1695. Flight instruction and sightseeing flights are offered by Central Virginia Flight Services. These services are conducted in a Cessna 172 aircraft by an experienced staff of flight instructors and commercial pilots. To reserve a sightseeing flight or to start training as a private pilot, call
(703) 622-0910. The Louisa County Airport has been selected by the Virginia Department of Aviation to become a Regional Airport. The airport is proud to serve local and regional business, government, law enforcement, military and private interests. Please contact Airport Asset Manager Ed Jarvis at (540) 9670050 or send an email to ejarvis@ louisa.org with any questions or concerns.
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Activities abound
Camp Sight and Sound is one of two kids’ camps offered at the Louisa Arts Center for summer 2020. Citizens enjoy the Louisa Aquatics Center in 2020. The pool is open Wednesday to Sunday this year by reservation. From the offices at the Betty J. Queen Intergenerational Center, the director and staff of Louisa County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department encourage residents to “Play Local!” with classes, sports programs, trips and other activities. Upcoming events are listed on the parks and recreation website, www.lcpr.info, and published in Leisure Times, a semi-annual publication of the department. Combining with six county schools, parks and recreation provides a variety of team sports for a wide range of ages. The department runs an after-school program for students at all elementary schools, as well as the TeenQuest program for middle school students that is held after school at the Betty Queen Center. Zumba, yoga, line and ballroom dancing, karate and Tai Chi are some of the fitness activities for adults, as well as softball and golf leagues. During the summer, the department also operates the Louisa County Aquatic Facility, which is open five days a week by reservation in 2020 to the general public. Swimming lessons, water aerobics and competitive swim meets are all held at the facility. For more information, call (540) 967-4420 or visit www.lcpr. org
Louisa Arts Center
The Louisa Arts Center is increasingly becoming a place to see talent shine. The Purcell Gallery features the work of local and regional artists, while the Cooke-Haley theater hosts nationallyknown musical artists, speakers, local talent shows, pageants and much more.
• 212 Fredericksburg Ave. • (540) 967-2200 • Center for performance, visual, musical and cultural arts • The Purcell Gallery has showcased dozens of exhibits from local and statewide artists, and serves as a popular location for events and receptions.
• Cooke-Haley Theater is a 200-seat auditorium complete with a professional sound and lighting system. It hosts more than a dozen special events annually. • The Louisa Arts Center holds theater and art camps through the summer for local children.
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• Betty Queen Center Playground, 522 Industrial Drive, Louisa • Buckner-Bumpass Park, 70 Buckner Bumpass Park, Bumpass • Holly Grove Ruritan Club Playground, 3022 Crewsville Road, Bumpass • Grace Adams Davis Memorial Playground & Luck Field, 76 Louisa Avenue, Mineral. • Louisa Town Park, 108 Meadow Avenue, Louisa • Rising Sun Community Park, 7071 Fredericks Hall Road, Mineral • Town of Louisa Community Park, 212 Fredericksburg Avenue, Louisa.
Participants in a Toast to Arts class show off their creations. While the coronavirus delayed activities in 2020, some classes are planned for later in the summer. Photos courtesy LAC
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Virginia Secretary of Education Atif Karni and Louisa County Middle School student Tanner Jenkins spend time in the Creation Station in the library.
Louisa County Public Schools Louisa County Public Schools offers nearly 4,700 students equal educational opportunities from kindergarten through the 12th grade. Four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school serve all of the county’s public school needs at a cost of more than $66 million budgeted for the upcoming school year. The school division is committed to preparing students for the workforce and the classroom. LCPS has emerged as a top-tier school division in central Virginia, passing SOL tests at a higher than expected rate compared to their peers at other high schools. Students have advanced curriculum options that allow high achievers to graduate with not only a diploma, but also an associate’s degree at little to no cost to families. This gives students a strong start with
college academics and shaves time and money from their final college expenses. College level courses are offered at no additional charge to LCHS students through a dual-enrollment agreement with Piedmont Virginia Community College. Due to the education levels of faculty at the high school, many are able to offer college credit courses right on campus each day. LCHS has also developed one of the most varied and successful on-campus Career and Technical Education programs in the state. Students hone job skills, earn industry certifications and licenses in fields such as the culinary arts, firefighting, cosmetology, building trades, turf management, veterinarian assistants, nursing and more. For more information about the schools, visit the division website. Each school has its own website as well.
Private schools in Louisa County Grace Christian Academy 9459 Poindexter Road Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-2246 gcacademy01@yahoo.com www.gracechristianacademylouisa.com Grace Christian Academy’s goal is to prepare students academically to enter their called profession, trade, or college, as well as arm them with the spiritual growth and development necessary to accomplish
greatness. Classroom settings are designed to be very individualized and curriculum is catered toward the individual’s ability to excel. No student is hindered from advancing upon mastery of a subject, or left behind as the class moves on. Mineral Christian Preschool 51 Louisa Avenue P.O. Box 447 Mineral, VA 23117
(540) 894-8210 www.mineralbaptistchurch. org/preschool Mineral Christian Preschool offers a two-day morning program for threeyear-olds and a three-day morning program for fouryear-olds in a structured Christian environment with 30 years of experience. Mineral Christian School 51 Louisa Avenue P.O. Box 95
Louisa County School Board members Gregory V. Strickland Patrick Henry District, Chairman 293 Byrd Mill Road Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-2648 (h) (540) 223-0836 (c) strickgv@lcps.k12.va.us Term expires December 2021 Gail O. Proffitt Mountain Road District Vice Chairman 556 Merry Oak Lane Mineral, VA 23117 (804) 241-5078 proffigo@lcps.k12.va.us Term expires December 2021 Stephen C. Harris Cuckoo District P.O. Box 486 Louisa, VA 23093 Phone: (540) 967-2327 harrissc@lcps.k12.va.us Term expires December 2023 Billy A. Seay Louisa District 4558 Davis Highway Louisa, VA 23093 Phone: (540) 894-3883 seaywa@lcps.k12.va.us Term expires December 2023 Sherman T. Shifflett Mineral District 161 White Walnut Road Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 894-5842 shifflst@lcps.k12.va.us Term expires December 2021 Frances “Gail” Goodman Jackson District 2125 Belsches Road Bumpass, VA 23024 (540) 872-5553 (h) goodmafb@lcps.k12.va.us Term expires December 2023 Debbie Hoffman Green Springs District P.O. Box 944 Gordonsville, VA 22942 (540) 832-3297 (h) (540) 223-8684 (c) hoffmada@lcps.k12.va.us Term expires December 2021
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Members of the 2019 Homecoming Court ride on a float in the parade through the town of Mineral. The parade has become an annual tradition prior to the Homecoming varsity football game at Louisa County High School.
Town of Mineral Mineral’s status as an epicenter town made international news feeds in 2011 after a 5.8 magnitude earthquake. The town has long since recovered and continues to thrive. The Mineral Town Hall, located on Mineral Avenue, is also home to the Mineral DMV Select office, which consistently ranks as one of the busiest satellite DMV offices in the state. Governed by a mayor and six-member council, the town of Mineral was officially incorporated in 1902. Originally known as Tolersville, the town was established in the summer of 1890 with the development of Mineral City Mining Manufacturing and Land Company. Though none of the original mining buildings stand today, the town is rich with its history through residential homes and downtown buildings. In December 2004, the town was granted its historical status by the state Department of Historic Resources. The town council meets on the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information about the town, visit www.townofmineral.com, or call (540) 894-5100.
Mineral Town Council Mayor Pam Harlowe: pharlowe@townofmineral.net Vice Mayor Michael Warlick: mwarlick@townofmineral.net Ed Kube: ekube@townofmineral.net
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Town of Louisa The town of Louisa is governed by a mayor and a fivemember council, which holds meetings on the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Louisa Town Hall, located in the renovated school on Fredericksburg Avenue. The town office is open Monday
through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. except on state and national holidays. The mayor and council members are elected to fouryear terms on a staggered basis. Elections are held in May of even-numbered years. The vice mayor is selected from among
the council members. A town planning commission considers requests for rezoning and special use permits, and meets on the last Monday of each month. The town also has an industrial development authority and board of zoning appeals. Visit louisatown.org.
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Sylvia Rigsby Term expires June 30, 2024
A. Daniel Carter (540) 967-1319 Term expires June 30, 2024
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Zion Crossroads
What was once little more than a quiet rural intersection where Routes 15 and 250 and Interstate 64 converged is now Louisa County’s most vibrant retail and commercial community. From the numerous retail, service and restaurants located at Zion Crossroads, the county garnered more than $1 million in sales taxes and $500,000 in meals tax in a recent year. The area also enjoys a growing selection of medical services with physicians, optometrists, dentists, orthodontists, medical specialists, imaging and veterinarians basing their offices in the Spring Creek Business Park. Some are affiliated with University of Virginia Hospital or Sentara Martha Jef Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville. While much of the commercial growth in the past decade has been on the north side of I-64, new housing and retail has been proposed recently on the southern side. Residential development con-
tinues, as well, with 525 of the 1,200 homes at Spring Creek now built and 155 new apartments completed across Rt. 15. Public water has driven growth at Zion Crossroads. Since 2002 the water has come from wells located in the Green Springs National Historic Landmark District. But in the future, the county anticipates relying on a larger supply of water piped from the James River. Zion Crossroads is also home to the first diverging diamond interchange in the state, which Virginia Department of Transportation built to improve traffic flow in the busy crossroads area. The diverging diamond interchange guides two directions of traffic on Rt. 15 to cross to the opposite side on both ends of the bridge over the interstate. While it took locals some time to get accustomed to the new driving pattern, the result has been effective in moving traffic from Rt. 15 onto I-64 without as much congestion.
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Youth recreation sport leagues for any level Some details may be different from what is included here due to the coronavirus. Louisa Youth Football & Cheer League
• Kevin McIntire louisalionselite@gmail.com www.louisaelitelions.org FB: Louisa Youth Football & Cheer League The Louisa Youth Football & Cheer League is a competitive football and cheering organization that serves more than 300 boys and girls from the county of Louisa and neighboring areas offering both travel and local cheer. Our goal at LYFC is to help mold children and teach them community respect for authority, good sportsmanship, the understanding of fair play, honesty, loyalty, courage and reverence. Cheerleading is available to girls ages five through 13. Tackle football is available for ages six through 12. Program fees are $150 per football player and $100 per cheerleader. Travel teams participate in the River City Youth Football League. An All-Star football team will be selected at the end of the season from the local teams to participate in tournaments across central Virginia. The direct purpose of this dynamic organization is to teach life lessons through football and cheer programs that include sportsmanship, accountability, citizenship, trustworthiness and respect. The playing season normally runs from August through mid-November and supports a four-team home league. All children will be placed on a team following sign-up and try-outs. Check the league’s FB page for sign-up and tryout dates.
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Sawyer Harris gets ready to compete in the boys’ 9-to-10-year-old 50-yard backstroke race during the Louisa Gators’ July 10, 2019 swim meet. • Becki McHugh, director lasasoccer@outlook.com www.lasasoccer.org The first games of the fall season are tentatively set for Aug. 15, 2020. The spring season was canceled due to the coronavirus. You can find out more information at www.lasasoccer.org. If you have questions, email LASA at lasasoccer@outlook. com. LASA forms cannot be accepted at the Louisa Parks, Recreation and Tourism office.
Marcia Flora, information officer littleleaguelouisa@gmail.com www.louisalittleleague.org Louisa Little League offers organized baseball and softball teams for boys and girls ages seven to 16. Registration begins in January and tryouts are held in late February. Games begin in late March and last through early June. All-star teams are selected to represent the county in district and state play.
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• Debra Bickley coachdebrab@yahoo.com www.louisagators.org The Gators swim team has made great use of the Louisa County Aquatic Facility while bringing local families together. Team membership is open
to resident swimmers between the ages of five and 18. The season begins in midMay and runs until the end of July. All practices are held at the pool, located at the Betty J. Queen Center. Meets are held every Wednesday during the season. Financial assistance is available. Parent volunteerism is mandatory at swim meets and fundraising events.
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Continued from page 29 for preschool (3- and 4-yearolds), as well as education for first through 12 grades. We want to have a greater impact for Christ and His kingdom in our community. We are “Educating Children for Eternity.” Zion Christian Children’s Center 1674 Zion Road Troy, VA 22974 (434) 459-1913 zionchristiancc@gmail.com Half day and full day preschool programs for children ages 18 months to five years old. After school and summer camp programs for children ages two to 12. Our mission is to provide an outstanding academic and spiritual education for all students.
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Find the help you need or become involved Adult Community Education Sharon A. MacDonald, executive director The Sage Building 115 Jefferson Hwy P.O. Box 872 Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-5660 literacylouisa@gmail.com www.acelouisa.com ACE provides confidential oneon-one tutoring to adults who want to improve their reading, prepare for the GED or learn career readiness skills. ACE also offers English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) and family mentoring. There is no charge for these services. Arc of the Piedmont 509 Park Street Charlottesville, VA 22902 (434) 977-4002 jsantoski@arcpva.org The Arc of the Piedmont improves the quality of life of infants, children and adults with, or at-risk of intellectual and developmental disabilities, and the lives of their families, through service, advocacy and education. We have been serving people in the city of Charlottesville and the surrounding counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson since 1954. Assoc. for the Study of African-American Life and History Irene Johnson-Loftin P.O. Box 625 Mineral, VA 23117 (540) 895-5617 msjl2807@yahoo.com Sponsors the Pearlie R. Askew Scholarship for graduating seniors in Louisa, Fluvanna and Goochland counties. Contributes to the Carter G. Woodson House in Washington, D.C. and has started community seminars on topics of interest. Meets the third Friday of each month, September through June, at 7 p.m. at County Line Baptist Church, 4070 County Line Road, Kents Store. Backpack Blessings c/o New Life Community Church P.O. Box 502 Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 223-8784 A joint program between the Louisa Resource Council and New Life Community Church in con-
Boy Scouts of America, Troop 183, Mineral Jim Harlow, scoutmaster (540) 872-0680 https://beascout.scouting.org. The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation’s largest and most prominent valuesbased youth development organizations. The BSA provides a program for young people
junction with various other local churches that feed local children on weekends from September through May. Boy Scouts of America Cub Pack 183, Louisa (540) 603-1223 pack183cubscouts@gmail.com www.pack183louisa.scoutlander. com FB: pack183louisa For almost 100 years, scouting programs have instilled in youth the values found in the scout oath and law. Today these values are just as relevant in helping youth grow to their full potential as they were in 1910. Scouting helps youth develop academic skills, selfconfidence, ethics, leadership skills and citizenship skills that influence their adult lives. One of their big projects is collecting food at all local parades for the Louisa County Resource Council. Cub Scout Pack 183 meets Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at Louisa Baptist Church and is
that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness. For over a century, the BSA has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes – and, through over a
for youth in grades K5 through 5th grade. Boy Scouts of America Troop 3, Louisa Harry Quarles, scoutmaster (540) 967-0565 hlbdquarles@gmail.com http://troop3bsusa.wixsite.com/ boy-scout-troop-3 The oldest troop in Louisa County, the primary focus of BSA Troop 3 is Eagle rank. A young person may join upon completing fifth grade, and may achieve Eagle rank within three years. Troop activities include monthly camping, community service, educational activities, leadership and merit badges for rank advancement. Troop 3 meets each Monday in the town of Louisa from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. Boy Scouts of America, Troop 183, Mineral *See box for details
century of experience, knows – that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society. All youth, ages 11 - 17, are welcome to join scouting. Troop 183 meets every Monday at the Mineral United Methodist Church at 6:30 p.m.
Charlottesville Area Community Foundation Anne Scott, president 114 4th Street, SE PO Box 1767 Charlottesville, VA 22902 (434) 296-1024 cacf@cacfonline.org www.cacfonline.org The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation works to facilitate philanthropy and improve the quality of life for the people of Louisa County and seven additional localities in Central Virginia. In 2008, a bequest from longtime county residents Ruby and Albert Bazzanella established the Louisa County Community Fund (LCCF) in CACF, focused on improving the quality of life for Louisa residents. The LCCF accepts proposals from community groups seeking financial support for program expansion or enhancement, capital improvements, and capacity building efforts. The
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Mamie Scott, Geraldine Carter, Patricia and Nan Johnson and Patricia Whiters at the Commission on Aging annual holiday luncheon at the Betty J. Queen Center. Commission on Aging Jonathan Tustin, president (540) 223-6033 The Commission on Aging (COA) is a county-funded agency that assesses the needs of seniors and advocates to meet those needs. Two representatives are appointed by the board of supervisors from each
LCCF welcomes collaborative projects that seek to address major community challenges. Applications are generally accepted in January of each year, and an advisory committee of community and business leaders recommends grants to the CACF Governing Board. Commission on Aging See box for details Fluvanna/Louisa Housing Foundation Dan Burke Louisa County Office Building First Floor 1 Woolfolk Avenue P.O. Box 160 Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-3483 dburke@louisa.org Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., M-F The Fluvanna/Louisa Housing Foundation is a registered not-forprofit corporation and operates exclusively for the benefit of low and moderate income residents of Louisa and Fluvanna counties. Services include emergency home repairs, rental assistance, affordable rental housing, counseling and
of the county’s seven voting districts. Other members include representatives from any senior group who addresses the needs and interests of the elderly. The COA publishes and distributes biennially “The Little Yellow Book” that provides information on specific services for the elderly. The commission was
mortgage assistance for first-time home buyers, and portable aluminum handicap ramps. The foundation is a tax-exempt organization as determined by the IRS with all contributions tax deductible. Foster Parent Program Vicke Nester, family services supervisor Alison Vaughn, foster parent coordinator (540) 967-1320 The Foster Parent Program at Louisa Department of Social Services is actively looking to increase its resource of traditional (non-therapeutic) foster families. The program provides foster care services to minor children, newborn through 18 years old. The training program for foster families includes a 15-hour pre-service training, ongoing in-service trainings, a quarterly newsletter and a monthly foster parent support group. Foster parents can be married or single, employed or retired. Friends of Lake Anna Harry Ruth (540) 872-6560 hc.ruth@louisa.net lakeannava.tripod.com
also instrumental in the construction of the Betty J. Queen Intergenerational Center in conjunction with LinkAges. The COA meets the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m in the Betty J. Queen Intergenerational Center conference room.
The Friends of Lake Anna (FOLA) was formed in response to environmental concerns about Dominion’s potential third reactor and the impact its operation could have on reducing the water level on both sides of the lake to unsafe levels and increasing the water temperature. Obtaining U.S. Clean Water Act protection for the entire lake and keeping herbicide chemicals for controlling hydrilla out of the lake by using sterile grass eating carp fish that have worked well for the past 19 years are also primary goals. The group is not anti-nuclear, but supports wise and safe use of nuclear energy. The primary goal is to protect Lake Anna for its 3,000,000 annual recreational users and ensure compliance with the law. Friends of Lake Anna State Park Jo Finch (540) 895-5061 johnny_finch@yahoo.com 3601 Burton Road Bumpass, VA 23024 The Friends of Lake Anna State Park is a non-profit organization that promotes the state park and assists the staff with various proj-
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ects such as landscaping, serving as volunteers for various events and advocating for more staff and financing. Since 2001 the Friends have contributed in the neighborhood of $250,000 for infrastructure that otherwise would have not been possible. Examples include Visitor Center Exhibits: Where Nature Meets Technology, Classroom in the Woods, playground train and Blue Bird trail. Supporting and coordinating projects at the park is another goal of the organization, which partners with other community organizations and businesses to provide amenities to the park. The board of directors meets as needed and an annual meeting is held based on the park’s schedule. GED of Louisa Lola Richardson (540) 894-5115, ext. 7715 Barbara Wilson, testing administrator www.adultslearn.org/location/ louisa GED of Louisa is part of Thomas Jefferson Adult Community Education. We operate through Louisa County Public Schools and offer free GED preparation classes from September through June at the Adult Learning Center at 815 Davis Hwy, Mineral (in the trailer behind the CTE building). TJ-ACE GED offers GED testing at least two days a week and is a fully operational Pearson Vue GED Testing Center. All GED testing registration is done online at www.myged.com. An email address and credit card is required. The new GED test includes math through reasoning, social studies, language arts through reasoning and science. Each test is $30 and participants can take all GED tests in one sitting or one subject test at a time. Students who attend free classes are eligible to receive a voucher for their test. GFWC Louisa Junior Woman’s Club Liz Nelson, president P.O. Box 91 Louisa, VA 23093 gfwcljwc@yahoo.com The GFWC Louisa Junior Women’s Club is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that supports numerous charities and organizations in Louisa County. Through fundraising and countless volunteer hours, each member’s commitment directly benefits our community.
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Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Amberleigh Powell, membership facilitator of Louisa Girl Scout Community (804) 338-8857 Louisagscommunity@gmail.com Girl Scouts of Louisa provides a safe, nurturing environment through fun and friendship for girls to grow into leaders for tomorrow. Experiences range from service projects impacting the local community, such as food drives to world-wide needs. Troops are forming now Goshen Baptist Association Rev. John Miller, director of missions Joy Dickens, ministry assistant P.O. Box 296 587 Mica Road Mineral, VA 23117 (540) 894-8440 goshenba@nexet.net Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., M - Th A network of Baptist churches covering a five-county area including Louisa County. Small building projects are conducted by volunteers from the churches. See information listed for RuraLove. Holly Grove Ruritan Club Lloyd Hicks 3022 Crewsville Road Bumpass, VA 23024 (804) 556-4566 www.holly-grove-ruritan.org Meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Holly Grove Ruritan Center. This civic organization is dedicated to helping community residents, a Girl Scout troop, needy families and shut-ins, providing recreation for Little League, softball teams and T-ball, presenting scholarships and supporting the local rescue squad and fire department. Hospice of the Piedmont 675 Peter Jefferson Pkwy Suite 300 Charlottesville, VA 22911 (434) 817-6900 (800) 975-5501 www.hopva.org Email: info@hopva.org Provides care for those with limited life expectancy, as well as emotional and spiritual care for the entire family. Services include hospice care, bereavement and grief services when a loved one dies, Journeys program–supporting children and youth in their grief, children’s support services–for seriously ill children and their
Veronica Schoenster prepares to sing a solo during the Louisa Community Chorus holiday concert at Louisa United Methodist Church. Louisa Community Chorus Carol Barfield, director (540) 894-4614 Judy Kauffman (540) 967-5588
The Community Chor us consists of about 50 dedicated people who sing for the love of singing. The group begins rehearsing the Monday after Labor Day and every Mon-
families, Hospice House and community outreach and education.
activities. Special events to honor various holidays. Excursion trips are scheduled monthly to visit museums, shop, eat out, and visit local nursing homes. Center programs are free. Occasionally, a fee-based class is offered. Donations are requested at meals to support the JABA Louisa Community Center programming. Transportation to the center is provided by JAUNT. To sign up for JABA’s Louisa Community Center programming, visit the center to pick up a membership packet and return it within 15 days.
Jefferson Area Board for Aging (JABA)’s Louisa Community Center Crystal Donovan, center manager (540) 967-4433 cdonovan@jabacares.org 522 Industrial Drive Louisa, VA 23093 JABA Community Centers are open to everyone over the age of 60. These centers offer free activities and hot lunches for older adults in the areas of Louisa, Charlottesville, Albemarle, Nelson, Fluvanna and Greene. JABA’s Louisa Community Center meets every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Betty J. Queen Intergenerational Center. The center offers a wide variety of activities throughout the day such as presentations (nutrition, health, gardening, fraud protection), multiple clubs that focus on favorite hobbies (quilting, gardening, scrapbooking, card making, sing-a-longs, exercise, bingo and bible studies), intergenerational
Jefferson Area CHIP (Children’s Health Improvement Program) P.O. Box 1578 Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-1760 www.jachip.org JACHIP partners with families to create a nurturing home environment and to promote the health and well-being of children in the community. Families with children ages 0-6 and pregnant women participate in home visits with a nurse and family support worker with the goal of achieving optimal health and kindergarten readiness through
day for the next 10 weeks in preparation for fall concerts. Concerts and rehearsals are held at Louisa United Methodist Church. All singers are welcome and encouraged to join.
parent education and information about child development.
Knights of Columbus Grand Knight Bob Bangel (804) 572-8480 rjbangelkc11262@gmail.com Catholic Men’s fraternal service organization. The Sacred Hearts Council serves the needs of our community through charitable acts such as Knights of Virginia Assistance for those with intellectual disabilities with grants and recognition at Special Olympics, the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, the Santa Council food distribution program, American Red Cross blood drives, Habitat for Humanity projects, support of seminarians to become priests, and recognition and development of youths, as well as others. Lake Anna Cruizers Car Club Bill Treiber (540) 967-2062 lakeannacruizers@comcast.net The Lake Anna Cruizers is a car club dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of “Classic Cars.” We show our cars at various
Discover Louisa I 2020 community functions, parades and car shows. The Cruizers host their own cruize-ins at Kenny’s Central Tire and Auto, Louisa, on the second Friday of each month, April through September. Proceeds are used to support local organizations including Adult Community Education and the resource council. Owning a vintage car is not required and everyone is invited to join this family-oriented club. Lake Anna Riders Cathy Kirby, president (540) 539-9849 foxscott1@msn.com The Lake Anna Riders is a motorcycle club for those who ride or have an affection for motorcycles. The family-oriented group meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Smokin’ Eddie’s Barbeque in Louisa. Owning a motorcycle is not a requirement and anyone is invited to join. Rides are held throughout the year, often after the monthly meetings. Louisa Community Chorus *See box previous page Louisa Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Jim Kogle, CERT coordinator (540) 894-0239 or Cas Grys (540) 872-5949 cert@louisa.org CERT was brought to the United States in 1988 through the efforts of the Los Angeles City Fire Department. The Louisa Community Emergency Response Team was founded in February of 2000, and serves the community under the direction of the Louisa County Department of Emergency Services. Louisa CERT members respond to community emergencies such as major storms, sheltering, and other situations as directed by Emergency Services. Louisa County CERT offers training classes several times a year to better prepare interested citizens in: • Disaster preparedness • Fire safety • Disaster medical operations • Light search and rescue • Disaster psychology • First Aid, CPR and AED training • How to work within the Incident Command System • Unique response to
terrorism and nuclear anomalies CERT is funded through grants and private donations. Tax deductible donations can be made to CERT through the Volunteers of Louisa, P.O. Box 306, Louisa, VA 23093. Louisa County AARP Chapter #3049 Maxine Butcher (540) 968-0700 The Louisa Chapter of AARP meets the second Wednesday of the month in the second floor conference room of the Louisa County Office Building. Meetings run from September to May and start at 2 p.m. A picnic, usually at Lake Anna, is held the second Wednesday in June. Check “The Central Virginian” for time and location. All residents age 50 and older are welcome. Following a program, refreshments are served by member volunteers. AARP meetings and trips are a great way for seniors to meet and socialize with others. Come once and meet everyone and we know you will return again and again. Louisa County American Legion Post 116 Commander Charles Alvarez (540) 894-4804 The American Legion is a veterans organization that works for military personnel with their benefits, helps area veterans in times of need and conducts programs for youth in the county schools, grades kindergarten through 12. Louisa County Animal Response Team (540) 603-8710 (540) 223-1196 P. O. Box 704 Mineral, VA 2317 louisacartva@gmail.com www.louisacart.org Their mission is to educate the public about disaster preparedness for companion animals and to train volunteers to be ready to respond in times of disaster. Donations are always welcome at this 501c3 exempt organization. They also seek sponsorships with businesses involved in pet or petrelated activities. Members are actively being sought. Louisa County Democratic Committee Jen Wainwright, chair louisadems@gmail.com www.LouisaDems.org Facebook @LouisaDems An inclusive political organi-
zation dedicated to community service, issue-oriented campaigns, impartial elections, candidate information and support, and increased voter registration and participation. Please check the website or Facebook page for time and location. Louisa County Agricultural Fair, Inc. Chris Gibson, president (540) 894-1894 P.O. Box 1064 Louisa, VA 23093 www.louisacountyagfair.com president@louisacountyagfair.com This volunteer non-profit group sponsors the Louisa County Agricultural Fair each year during the summer. By design, the fair is an event celebrating the rural agricultural nature of the county, is focused on agricultural education and highlighting the 4-H and FFA, local gardeners, craft persons and music groups Louisa Community Emergency Fund, Inc. Lin Kogle, chairperson Intake coordinator at MACAA, (540) 967-9522 Louisacommunityemergencyfund. org Louisa Community Emergency Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that assists Louisa County residents with the basic needs of daily living during a crisis situation. They provide financial assistance to help qualified families pay their housing or utility bills. Since the organization began in 2015, about 350 families have been supported. LCEF believes that “touching lives in crisis” includes helping people to recover and move forward. For assistance, call the intake coordinator to schedule an appointment. Louisa County Habitat for Humanity *See box for details. Louisa County Health Center Commission P.O. Box 160 Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-0401 Non-profit self-supporting organization dedicated to supporting and enhancing healthcare and medical services for all people in Louisa County. Louisa County High School Athletic Boosters
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Linda Boxley (540) 967-2719 In an effort to support the athletic program at LCHS, the Athletic Boosters operate concession stands at various sporting events during the school year. The Boosters purchase awards for coaches to present at the sports banquets, as well as help purchase equipment for teams, including warm-up suits, bags and a timing system. T-shirts, sweatshirts and jackets are provided when a team wins a championship. We pay for dues to the VHSL for all coaches who are booster members. Meal money or food is provided for athletes when travelling away from home when appropriate. A booster member has special parking privileges at home football games and their senior athletes are eligible for a booster scholarship at graduation. Louisa County Historical Society Karleen Kovalcik, executive director 214 Fredericksburg Avenue Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-5975 www.louisahistory.org Learn about Louisa County’s history at the Sargeant Museum, home of the Louisa County Historical Society. Exhibits include the Native People of Louisa County, the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, early roads and schools and the struggle for equal rights. A genealogy research room is available in the museum and living history programs and hands-on history classes are offered behind the museum at the living history farm. Visit the website for hours, online resources, maps and tours. Louisa County Lions Club Lee Shiflett, point of contact P.O. Box 624 Louisa, VA 23093 louisalions1952@gmail.com (540) 894-3880 Civic organization that focuses on sight and hearing preservation with screenings and the collection of used prescription glasses. Meets the second and fourth Tuesdays each month at 7 p.m. at Roma Italian Restaurant. Louisa County National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Greg Jones Sr., president (540) 967-1427 Linda Collins, secretary linda.collins42@yahoo.com
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1818 Oakland Road Louisa, VA 23093 The NAACP was founded in 1909 by a multi-racial group of progressive thinkers. The NAACP is a non-profit organization and its mission is to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and discrimination. Annual memberships are $10 for youth, $30 for adults with members receiving many benefits. Call the president for more details. Louisa County Republican Committee Robin Horne, chairman (540) 967-9900 FB: Louisa County Republican Committee A political organization which meets the third Tuesday of each month. Works for and promotes Republican candidates for local, state and national elections. Louisa County Resource Council Lloyd Runnett, executive director P.O. Box 52 147 Resource Lane Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-1510 louisaresource@gmail.com louisaresource.org Facebook Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., M-F LCRC offers several food service programs for qualified clients. It targets low income, elderly, disabled and families in crisis. Its mission is to ease hunger with compassion. The organization also offers a monthly distribution food program based on USDA income guidelines. Louisa County Rotary Club See box for details Louisa County Ruritan Club James Duerson, president (540) 894-4985 Larry Edmonds, vice president (540) 894-3618 A national civic organization dedicated to improving communities and building a better America through fellowship, goodwill and community service. The organization meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Louisa Presbyterian Church.
Jessica Winston accepts the keys to her new home on Johnson Road from Jeff Martin of Louisa County Habitat for Humanity. Louisa County Habitat for Humanity Ron Bricker P.O. Box 1179 115 Jefferson Davis Hwy Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 872-5251
(540) 967-0486 (703) 507-1647 jhanna@hfhlouisa.org www.hfhlouisa.org Louisa County Habitat for Humanity builds simple, decent, affordable homes in partner-
Louisa K. S. Club Dorothy Cole, president dotcole58@aol.com Meets the first Wednesday of each month at St. James Episcopal Church at 7:30 p.m. Independent women’s organization formed in 1938. Combines its motto, “To do a lot of good and have a lot of fun,” with a variety of community service projects, sponsorship of the Red Cross bloodmobile and scholarships for high school seniors.
with citizen involvement through local government participation, voter registration and voting. Our efforts toward these ends are resolved to be peaceful, respectful, non-racist, non-sexist and nonpartisan (to the extent possible).
Louisa VA Tea Party Jack Bertron jbertron@wildblue.net (540) 872-5229 The mission of the non-partisan Louisa VA Tea Party is to encourage and facilitate citizen participation in the civic and political process, and to empower individuals to demand constitutional governance in our Republic. To represent “We the People” and monitor our legislators at all levels of government. To promote public awareness of, and become engaged in restoring the vision of our Founding Fathers. We believe real change must begin
National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) Louisa Chapter 2065 Bill Martin, president bill@retiredusps.net (540) 872-3345 www.narfe.org The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the earned pay, retirement and health care benefits of federal employees, retirees and their survivors. Founded in 1921, NARFE‘s legacy spans more than 90 years – working tirelessly in support of our members before Office of Personnel Management, members of Congress and the White House. The Louisa Chapter meets the third Thursday of each month, usually at Roma’s Restau-
ship with God’s people in need. We offer a first-time home buyers club twice a month for six months. Qualifying to get a home through habitat, habitat foreclosed houses, or general mortgage starts in August.
rant at 11:30 a.m., with the public and prospective members welcome. Patriot Shrine Club Willie Byers, president (540) 872-5202 Todd Freeman, vice president (540) 748-4200 Local division of the Fairfax based Kena Shriners. Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. for a potluck dinner at Murray Lodge #175, 4709 Fredericks Hall Road, Mineral. Great food and fellowship with fellow Nobles in the Louisa-Mineral area. Club projects include the support of the Shriner’s Hospital for Children through various events, parades and general promotion of the philanthropy of the Shrine. Annual dues are $20. Piecemakers Quilting Club Linda LaPlace (540) 872-3804, leave message The organization meets the first Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lake Anna Rescue building, 300 Bumpass Rd., Bumpass, to socialize and share
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knowledge of quilting and handwork. Any skill level is welcome to attend. RuraLove P.O. Box 296 587 Mica Road Mineral, VA 23117 (540) 894-8440 Receives used, clean and working household items, including furniture, appliances and housewares. Items are recycled to families in crisis, elderly and low-income individuals by local churches. Items can be dropped off Monday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or by appointment. To receive a tax receipt, all items being donated must be itemized when delivered. Receipt will be mailed the following day. The RuraLove store is open Wednesday mornings 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of most summer months 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Salvation Army Hope Broaddus c/o Louisa Social Services P.O. Box 425 Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-1320 Through its annual Christmas Kettle Campaign, the local Salvation Army unit aids families throughout the year when faced with sudden unexpected emergencies providing food, medicine and other services for needy members of the community. “The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible, and its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.” Santa Council of Louisa County June Duren, president (571) 442-0655 juned344@gmail.com Linda Boxley, vice president P.O. Box 392 Louisa, VA 23093 A non-profit organization, the Santa Council assists needy families with food, clothing and toys at Christmas. Donations are collected from businesses, individuals and organizations. Meetings are held during the fall and following the distribution.
Bill Konecheck, Louisa County Rotary Club president, accepts the award for community partner of the year from Louisa County Chamber of Commerce director Tracy Hale Clark and chair Marie Snyder. Louisa County Rotary Club Bill Konecheck, president louisarotaryfoundation@gmail. com (215) 519-7523 Steel Warriors Motorcycle Club www.steelwarriorsmc.org Facebook - STEEL Warriors MC - Battlefield Chapter The Steel Warriors MC is a group of veterans and their descendents dedicated to assisting the needs of fellow veterans, while at the same time enjoying the company of our brothers on our motorcycles. The local chapter was started in January of 2016 and has expanded from seven charter members to 22 patched members as of April 2017. The group meets monthly at a local residence and rides whenever the weather allows. Participants must be a veteran or descendent of a veteran and own an American-made motorcycle to join. Children’s Feeding Program Lloyd Runnett, executive director P.O. Box 52 147 Resource Lane Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-1510 The Louisa County Resource Council, in partnership with Louisa County Public Schools, assists children who are at risk of hunger
www.louisarotary.org www.facebook.com/louisarotary This civic organization is made up of professionals in the area whose motto is “Serwhen schools are not in session. Over the summer, kid-friendly food boxes are distributed to children who, without them, would not get enough to eat. The Louisa Education Foundation Ava Pippin, director 953 Davis Hwy. Mineral, VA 23117 lefdirector@yahoo.com (540) 894-5115, x 7063 www.louisaeducationfoundation. org The Louisa Education Foundation partners with community businesses, organizations and individuals to fund and promote initiatives to enhance the educational experiences of Louisa County Public Schools’ students and teachers. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supports and supplements educational programs and activities which the regular operating school division budget does not cover. LEF directs its contributions toward teacher instructional grants, college scholarships and capital improvement projects.
vice Above Self.” Meets every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Roma Italian Restaurant, Louisa.
Trevilian Station Battlefield Foundation Kathy Stiles P.O. Box 124 Trevilians, VA 23170 (540) 967-1832 (434) 589-8989 www.trevilianstation.org A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the Battlefield at Trevilian Station, site of the largest all-calvary battle of the Civil War. The group meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Trevilian House. United Daughters of the Confederacy Mineral Chapter #1868 Betty Luck, president (540) 872-3411 This organization supports the objectives of the UDC promoting interest in Southern history and heritage. The chapter was instrumental in the placement of the confederate marker at Trevilians for the veterans who fought in the Battle of Trevilian Station. The chapter offers a $1,000 college scholarship each year to a deserv-
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ing local student of confederate lineage. The chapter meets September through June on the second Thursday of the month. Dates are subject to change due to trips and special events. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 87, Lake Anna Ron Sims ronsims05@gmail.com http://a0540807.uscgaux.info U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 87 is the all-volunteer, uniformed component of the United States Coast Guard on Lake Anna. Their primary mission is to promote recreational boating safety within the Lake Anna communities of the counties of Louisa, Orange and Spotsylvania. The Flotilla accomplishes this by teaching free safe boating classes; providing complimentary, no penalty, vessel safety checks to ensure boaters have state required and functioning safety items on board; and by partnering with local businesses to distribute safetyrelated brochures and materials to the boating public. During the summer months, Flotilla 87 routinely patrols Lake Anna to remind boaters about safe practices and to assist those in need of help. Flotilla members are a diverse group of working and retired men and women from all walks of life, who bring unique talents and life skills to the Auxiliary and the Lake Anna community. They share a love of the water and a commitment to ensuring that Lake Anna is a fun, safe environment for all its users. Established in 1993, Flotilla 87 continues its recreational boating safety efforts on Lake Anna, but new members are desperately needed. Membership is open to anyone age 17 or older who is seeking an opportunity for community, family-oriented service specific to water safety. The group meets the third Monday of each month from 9 p.m. until 11 p.m. at the VFW Post #8947, Mineral. Venturing Crew 1776 Andy Smith (540) 205-5115 www.scouting.org/scoutsource/ Venturing/About/venturing.aspx Venturing is a youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women who are 13 and have completed the eighth grade, or age 14 through 20 years of age.
Venturing’s purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. High Adventure! Venturing’s emphasis on high adventure helps provide team-building opportunities, new meaningful experiences, practical leadership application, and lifelong memories to young adults. Venture Crew 1776 meets at VFW Post 8947. The group meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
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VFW Post #8947 Beth Rowley 201 Mineral Avenue Mineral, VA 23117 (540) 894-5677 VFWPost8947@gmail.com http://myvfw.org.va.post8947 Our mission: To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts and to serve our veterans, the military and our communities, advocating on behalf of all veterans. Meetings are held the fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. William A. Cooke Foundation Randall L. Tingler 211 W. Main St. P.O. Box 462 Louisa, VA 23093 (540) 967-0881 The mission of the William A. Cooke Foundation is to furnish support in connection with the Shriners Hospitals for Children and the counties of Louisa and Orange, through scholarships and grants for local public purposes.
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Continued from page 36 • Basketball and cheer: Children K through 8th grade. Games January and February with practices beginning in November. • Soccer: Children K to 8th grade. Games in April and May with practices in Febru-
ary and March. • Centershot Archery Program: Stewart Cameron, (540) 894-7808 or www. mbcarchery.org. Held in June and July. Six-yearolds through adult with sessions on either Tuesday or Thursday in the Family Life Center.
Contact Mineral Baptist Church at (540) 894-4234 or visit www.mineralbaptistchurch.org/upward-sports or Facebook at Mineral Baptist Church for specific information on registrations.
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The Louisa County Library is located between the towns of Louisa and Mineral on Davis Highway in the geographic center of Louisa County.
Cultivating well-read Louisans The Louisa County Public Library, a branch of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library system based in Charlottesville, is located at 881 Davis Hwy., Mineral. A full-service facility with programs for adults, teen and tweens, the library freely lends books, magazines, videos, audio books, DVDs and music CDs. Reference books and services are available. Free ebooks are available through Overdrive on the library’s website. They also have a local history and genealogy room. When the library is operating on a normal schedule, a self-checkout station is available so patrons don’t have to wait in line to check out books. Other services
include interlibrary loans, faxing, computer printing and photocopies, including a color copier as well as color printing on the computer stations. A notary public is available at no charge. Patrons can access the Internet via several computer stations set up around the library, as well as use word processing software for typing resumes or reports. Wireless access for computers is also offered. The library offers a catalog where patrons can access their accounts. Books can be placed on hold and renewed online. Patrons may receive library notices on their email accounts as well. Other online features include databases that provide resource
material on such subjects as business literature, newspapers and magazines, science, foundations and learning a language. During the summer of 2020 the library is operating a curbside pickup service to minimize coronavirus transmission. Free masks are also available.
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