Town of Blackstone

2024 Council Meeting Minutes January 22, 2024 February 26, 2024 March 18, 2024 April 15, 2024 May 20, 2024 June 17, 2024 July 15, 2024 November 18, 2024 December 16, 2024 August 26, 2024 September 16, 2024 October 21, 2024

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FY24 Water & Sewer Rates Effective July 1, 2023 Usage Town of Blackstone *In Town Wa ter & Se wer Rates* Gallo ns Amount 0-3,000 $26.42 3,001-40,000 $8.81/1000 40,001-8 7,000 $8.64/1000 87,001- 130,000 $8.52/1000 130,001-999,999 $8.35/1000 *Minimum s ewer fee of $26.49 * Sewer Rate will be $8.81 per thousand gallons of water over 3,000 gallons used. *Customers having sewer only will be charged $41.37 per month. * Out Of Town Wate r & Sewer Rates * G allo ns Amount 0- 3,000 $39.63 3,001-40,000 $13.22/1000 40,001- 8 7,000 $12.96/1000 87, 001- 130,000 $12.78/1000 130,001 - 999,999 $12.53/1000 *Minimum sewer fee of $39.74 *Sewer Rate will be $13.22 per thousand gallons of water over 3,000 gallons used. *Customers having sewer only will be charged $62.06 per month.

Code Red The Town of Blackstone is pleased to provide the CodeRED service, our town-to-resident notification system. With this service, town leaders can quickly send personalized voice messages, text messages, emails to residents and businesses with specific information about time-sensitive or common-interest issues such as severe weather warnings, impending emergencies, emergency instructions and local community matters. The CodeRED service is used to supplement our current communication plans and augment public safety/first responder services. Sign Up: Please accept our invitation to participate in this great service. Most citizens are automatically in the system by their landline telephone number only. In order to add other telephone numbers, cellular telephone numbers, SMS text numbers and email addresses, citizens must add them to the system. If you have not already added your information, click on this CodeRED link and, when the page opens you can add your information and select the types of weather alerts you wish to receive. If you have previously registered click the Log In button in the upper right corner and log in to your account to make changes to your information. To sign up for the CodeRED Mobile Alert App select the picture below.

Lakeview Cemetery The Lakeview Cemetery Association, Inc. was chartered as a corporation in 1891 and operated Lakeview Cemetery as a private cemetery until February 4, 1930, when it was purchased by the Town of Blackstone because of the efforts of certain women's organizations that wanted it taken over by the town and properly maintained. The Town has purchased additional land and still maintains the grounds. Lakeview Cemetery records are handled at Town Hall. Please call 434-292-7251 during normal business hours for any questions or concerns. The Town Council has adopted a new Cemetery Policy beginning January 25, 2021. Information can be found under the Rules and Regulations tab. Cemetery Burial Fees Standard Plot - Burial Fee $200.00 Search Cemetery Records Rules and Regulations

FY23 Water & Sewer Rates Effective July 1, 2022 Usage Town of Blackstone *In Town Water & Se wer Rates* Gallo ns Amount 0-3,000 $25.40 3,001-40,000 $8.47/1000 40,001-8 7,000 $8.31/1000 87,001- 130,000 $8.19/1000 130,001-999,999 $8.03/1000 *Minimum s ewer fee of $25.47 * Sewer Rate will be $8.48 per thousand gallons of water over 3,000 gallons used. *Customers having sewer only will be charged $39.78 per month. * Out Of Town Wate r & Sewer Rates * G allo ns Amount 0- 3,000 $38.10 3,001-40,000 $12.71/1000 40,001- 8 7,000 $12.47/1000 87, 001- 130,000 $12.29/1000 130,001 - 999,999 $12.05/1000 *Minimum sewer fee of $38.21 *Sewer Rate will be $12.72 per thousand gallons of water over 3,000 gallons used. *Customers having sewer only will be charged $59.67 per month. For More Info

FY23 Electric Rates Electric Rates Effective July 1, 2022 Usage Town of Blackstone Residential: Basic customer Charge $8.12/MONTH FIRST 800 .09538 801 - 2,500 .10588 2,501 - 50, 0 00 .10658 OVER 50,001 .10691 SECURITY LIGHT $10.57 PER MONTH $3.00 UTILITY TAX FOR NOTTOWAY COUNTY PER METER FOR LANDFILL Small General: Basic Charge $15.17/MONTH First 20KW FREE all over 20 KW $8.74 First 2,500 KWH 0.10023 2,501 - 3,000 KWH 0.10093 3,001 - 50,000 KWH 0.07355 All over 50,001 KWH 0.07387 $3.00 UTILITY TAX FOR NOTTOWAY COUNTY PER METER FOR LANDFILL THE FEE FOR DELIVERING DISCONNECTION NOTICES IS $12.50 Power Clause Adjustment (PCA): All utility customers will have a PCA charge code for the following pass thru expenses: PCp *True Up 0.00685 per kWh FA *Fuel Adjustment 0.01852 per kWh SEPA *Southeastern Power Admin 0.00164 per kWh Electric Consumption Tax: State Special Local Total Consumption Tax Regulatory Tax Consumption Tax Consumption Tax 0 – 2500 KWH $0.00102 $0.000165 $0.00038 $0.00157 2,501– 50,000 KWH $0.00065 $0.000110 $0.00024 $0.00100 OVER 50,001 $0.00050 $0.000077 $0.00018 $0.00076 For More Info For Outages Call 434-292-3402

News & Events In January 2021 the Blackstone Police Department started collecting monthly data for the Virginia Community Policing Act. These reports are now available online for your convenie nce. Please click on the link below to view these reports. Community Policing Data Collection

WELCOME TO BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA A Community of History, Service, and Opportunity COMMUNITY & BUSINESS Downtown Blackstone, Inc. (DBI) Revitalizing downtown, supporting local businesses, and hosting community events. Blackstone Chamber of Commerce Promoting economic growth, networking, and a thriving business environment. TRANSPORTATION Blackstone Area Bus System (BABS) Providing reliable public transportation throughout the region. These routes now service the towns of Crewe, Burkeville, Kenbridge, Victoria, Alberta, and McKenney, as well as the counties of Nottoway, Lunenburg, Brunswick, Buckingham, Cumberland, and Dinwiddie. BABS connects residents to essential services including employment, healthcare, shopping, and education. PUBLIC SAFETY Blackstone Volunteer Fire Department Dedicated to protecting lives and property through emergency response and community service. HISTORY & ATTRACTIONS Schwartz Tavern Step back in time at Blackstone’s oldest historic landmark from the 1700s. Robert Thomas Carriage Museum Explore one of Virginia’s largest collections of antique horse-drawn carriages. REGIONAL IMPACT Fort Pickett A major military training facility supporting national defense and contributing to the local economy. DISCOVER BLACKSTONE A town where history meets progress—offering strong community values, essential services, and a welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. Visit • Explore • Connect

Allen C. Perkinson Airport /Blackstone Army Airfield (KBKT) KBKT is a Public/Military airport located two miles east of central business district of Blackstone. FAA Identifier: BKT Lat/Long: 37-04-29.1624N / 077-57-23.7544W 37-04.486040N / 077-57.395907W 37.0747673 / -77.9565984 (estimated) Elevation: 437.4 ft. / 133.3 m (surveyed) Variation: 09W (2000) From city: 2 miles E of BLACKSTONE, VA Time zone: UTC -4 (UTC -5 during Standard Time) Zip code: 23824 The airport covers an area of 600 acres which contains two concrete paved runways. Airport use: Open to the public Activation date: 08/1937 Sectional chart: WASHINGTON Control tower: yes ARTCC: WASHINGTON CENTER FSS: LEESBURG FLIGHT SERVICE STATION NOTAMs facility: DCA (NOTAM-D service available) Attendance: MON-FRI 0730-1630 CLOSED FEDERAL HOLIDAYS Wind indicator: lighted Segmented circle: yes Lights: WHEN ATCT CLSD ACTVT MIRL RY 04/22 - CTAF. Beacon: white-green (lighted land airport) Operates sunset to sunrise. For FBO Info Current Fuel Prices AV Gas/100LL- $4.35 Jet Fuel - $4.10 For Fueling Assistance 434-294-7558

FY2026 EL Rates Electric Rates Effective July 1, 2025 Usage Town of Blackstone Residential: Basic customer Charge $9.17/MONTH FIRST 800 0.10778 801 - 2,500 0.11828 2,501 - 50,000 0.11898 OVER 50,001 0.11931 SECURITY LIGHT $10.57 PER MONTH $3.00 UTILITY TAX FOR NOTTOWAY COUNTY PER METER FOR LANDFILL Small General: Basic Charge $17.14 /MONTH First 3,000 KWH 0.11333 All over 3,000 KWH 0.09050 First 20KW (Demand Charge) FREE all over 20 KW $9.88 $3.00 UTILITY TAX FOR NOTTOWAY COUNTY PER METER FOR LANDFILL THE FEE FOR DELIVERING DISCONNECTION NOTICES IS $12.50 Power Clause Adjustment (PCA): All utility customers will have a PCA charge code for the following pass thru expenses: PCp *True Up .00000 per kWh - Effective 6/2026 FA *Fuel Adjustment 0.03956 per kWh - Effective Billing Period 6/1/26 SEPA *Southeastern Power Admin 0.00164 per kWh Electric Consumption Tax: State Special Local Total Consumption Tax Regulatory Tax Consumption Tax Consumption Tax O - 2500 KWH $0.00102 $0.000165 $0.00038 $0.00160 2,501 – 50,000 KWH $0.00065 $0.000165 $0.00024 $0.00102 OVER 50,001 KWH $0.00050 $0.000165 $0.00018 $0.00077 FY26 Garbage Pickup Rates

Contact Us Town of Blackstone 100 W. Elm Street Blackstone, VA 23824 Please see below for who you need to contact on specific inquiries. Question Regarding: * Zoning Permits * New Business License Email Jennifer Daniel Question Regarding: * Accounts Payable Email Jacqueline Mitchell Email Madison Williams Question Regarding : * Utility Billing * Cut Off Notices * High Water Usage Letters Philip Vannoorbeeck, Town Manager Phone: (434) 292-7251 Question Regarding: *DMV inquiries *Taxes (Personal Property, Real Estate, Meals, Lodging, Cigarette) *Business License Renewal Fax: (434) 292-6560 Question Regarding: *Workforce Housing *Harris Memorial Armory Community Center Email Chastiddy Bryant Any other questions direct to the Email Us button Email Us: Regular business hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM