Williamsburg-area residents saw a dense week of local government action across budgeting, public safety, traffic operations, and seasonal compliance rules. Here is a source-documented recap of what changed, what is scheduled next, and what to watch.
Top Development: JCC Special Meeting on Potential Tax Refund up to $16M
James City County announced that the Board of Supervisors Chair called a special meeting for Friday, Feb. 27 at 8:30 a.m. at the County Government Center Board Room, 101-F Mounts Bay Road. The stated purpose is to consider a resolution to amend the county budget by more than 1% of total adopted expenditures in order to pay a tax refund to a taxpayer for an amount not exceeding $16 million.
The county’s public meetings calendar also lists a Board of Supervisors special meeting at that date and time, alongside the regular Feb. 24 Board business meeting.
Public Safety and Compliance Updates This Week
- Seasonal burning restrictions in effect: JCC Fire reminded residents that Virginia’s 4 p.m. Burning Law is active through April 30, including timing and supervision rules for legal burning.
- Land-clearing permit warning: JCC’s “Call Before You Clear” advisory says permits can be required for specific clearing/grading activities and for work in a Resource Protection Zone.
- Active police case notice: JCC Police identified a suspect in the Feb. 17 shooting case and published tip-line reporting channels.
Williamsburg Operations: Traffic and Holiday Services
- Route 132 lane shift: Williamsburg posted a temporary southbound lane closure near Merrimac Trail for tree removal tied to safety concerns, with traffic shifted to the left lane during operations.
- Presidents Day service status: City offices and Quarterpath Recreation Center were closed Monday, Feb. 16, while garbage/recycling stayed on regular schedules and after-hours water emergency procedures remained active.
What Residents Should Watch Next
- Whether the JCC Board adopts the Feb. 27 budget-amendment resolution as presented.
- Any follow-up fiscal explanation from county staff after the special meeting.
- Additional city/county traffic advisories as late-winter tree and utility work continues.
- Upcoming public meeting agendas in Williamsburg and JCC for policy items that may affect local services.
Sources
- James City County News Flash: “JCC Board of Supervisors to Hold Special Meeting Feb. 27” — https://www.jamescitycountyva.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/6688
- James City County Public Meetings Calendar — https://www.jamescitycountyva.gov/Calendar.aspx?CID=44
- James City County News Flash: “Virginia’s 4 p.m. Burning Law in Effect Through April 30” — https://www.jamescitycountyva.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/6689
- James City County News Flash: “Call Before You Clear” — https://www.jamescitycountyva.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/6693
- James City County News Flash: “UPDATE: Shooting Suspect Identified, Considered Armed and Dangerous” — https://www.jamescitycountyva.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/6690
- City of Williamsburg News Flash: “Lane Shift: Capitol Landing Road Near Merrimac Trail” — https://www.williamsburgva.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/1230
- City of Williamsburg News Flash: “Presidents Day Holiday Closings, Schedule Adjustments” — https://www.williamsburgva.gov/m/newsflash/Home/Detail/1228
- City of Williamsburg Calendar — https://www.williamsburgva.gov/Calendar.aspx
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