Loudoun County Supervisor: Board Of Supervisors Business Meeting - Jun 17, 2025

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Key Topics Discussed

1. Introduction and Pledge of Allegiance: The meeting began with a pledge of allegiance, led by Supervisor Briskman, who also shared a quote from Mahatma Gandhi about unity and diversity.
2. Electrical Infrastructure Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPAM): The board discussed the CPAM, which aims to address the location, siting, and design of high-voltage transmission corridors and electrical infrastructure in Loudoun County.
3. Church Street Closure: The board considered a request from the Town of Leesburg to close Church Street between Market Street and Cornwall Street for security reasons related to the courthouse complex.
4. Public Comment Period: The meeting included a 90-minute public comment period, during which speakers addressed various topics, including anti-Semitism, support for Palestine, and concerns about hate speech.

Decisions & Votes

1. Consent Agenda Approval: The board approved the consent agenda with a vote of 7-0-1.
2. African American Community Alliance Request: The board voted to submit the African American Community Alliance's request for property tax exemption to a future public hearing, with a vote of 5-0-1-3.
3. Church Street Closure: The board approved a motion to endorse the Town of Leesburg's request to close Church Street between Market Street and Cornwall Street, with a vote of 7-1-1.

Notable Quotes

• "We need to prioritize the safety and security of our community, including our Jewish residents." – Supervisor Briskman
• "I condemn all forms of hate speech and anti-Semitism, and I believe we need to take action to prevent it in our community." – Chair Randall

Follow-up Actions

1. Staff to Refine Draft Policies: Staff will refine the draft policies and map amendments for the Electrical Infrastructure CPAM based on public feedback.
2. Board to Review and Discuss: The board will review and discuss the refined draft policies and map amendments at a future meeting.

This summary aims to provide a concise overview of the key topics discussed, decisions made, notable quotes, and follow-up actions from the June 17, 2025, Loudoun County Board of Supervisors meeting.

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