CAPITAL PROJECTS
The Capital Improvement Plan development begins in August of each year, and the plan is approved by the Board of Supervisors at the same time as the annual operating budget in April or May.
A Capital Project has a minimum established cost of $50,000 and a minimum useful life of five years. Generally, a capital project should either be a major expenditure for construction, purchase of land and existing structures, a communications and Information Technology project, or high dollar equipment apart from vehicles.
CURRENT PROJECTS
Status updates and spending as of 9/24/2024.
Sheriff Toughbooks
Status: 🟡 Procurement
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $182,034
Spent to Date: $0
Managing Department: Sheriff’s Office / Information Technology
Start Year: FY 2025
Summary
Purchase and replacement of Sheriff's Office Uniform Patrol and School Resource Officer's Panasonic Toughbook rugged computers.
Animal Control Parking Lot
Status: 🟡 Construction
Funding Source: County Funds & Donations
Budget: $121,165 (County Funds) & $8,400 (Donations)
Spent to Date: $121,978
Managing Department: Engineering
Start Year: FY 2025
Summary
The paving project at Animal Control includes paving the parking lot, refurbishing, and installing new fencing of the animal runs.
Status Update
The paving of the Animal Control parking lot has been completed, and fencing installation is currently 25% finished. The project is on track to be completed by the end of December.
Older Adult Facility
Status: 🟡 Construction
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $67,401
Spent to Date: $63,125
Managing Department: Facilities Management
Start Year: FY 2023
Summary
An extensive remodel of the dining area and restrooms completed, as well as added storage for the Meals on Wheels supplies. Updated restrooms to meet ADA compliance, kitchen HVAC upgraded, added cabinets, fans, and lighting.
Status Update
The windows facing the market are scheduled for work, and cost estimates are being obtained for new overhangs at the front and side of the building. The kitchen renovation has been completed, and a new sign for the building has been ordered; delivery is pending.
Aberdeen Dredging
Status: 🟡 Design / Planning
Funding Source: Virginia Port Authority Grant
Budget: $1,434,000
Spent to Date: $85,832
Managing Department: Engineering / Administration
Start Year: FY 2023
Summary
Shoaling at Aberdeen Creek has created detrimental waterway access problems. This project is to dredge the channel and provide safe, convenient, waterway access. The original CIP submission also included Timberneck Creek, but funding is currently only available for Aberdeen Creek. Funding will be sought for Timberneck Creek after completion of Aberdeen Creek.
Status Update
Awaiting resolution for disposing of spoils.
Historic Building Conditions Assessment
Status: 🟡 In Progress
Funding Source: Tourism Fund Balance
Budget: $250,000
Spent to Date: $96,624
Managing Department: Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Start Year: FY 2023
Status Update
The 50% draft report has been received and is currently under review. The 90% draft report is pending, and potential grant funding opportunities are being explored.
Summary
The Colonial Courthouse dates back to 1766. This building and other historic buildings throughout the campus require evaluation for maintenance and historic preservation. This conditions assessment will provide the basis to preserve one of the County's most precious assets. Preservation projects will be requested in future years based on the findings of this condition assessment and available funding opportunities.
Building 4 Renovation
Status: 🟡 Planning / Design
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $896,754
Spent to Date: $216,035
Managing Department: Engineering
Start Year: FY 2023
Summary
Building 4 is currently undergoing asbestos removal, waterproofing, electrical rewiring, and replacement of the incoming electrical feed and mechanical ducting so that the space can be utilized without any adverse health or safety risks.
Status Update
A notice of intent to award has been posted, and the contract is being finalized. A drop inlet has been installed, and the project is set to begin on 12/2. Drainage work is 95% complete, with the north side of the building fully finished. A new road and ramp have been completed. Work on the south side is done, but the trench under the sidewalk is still in progress. The necessary materials are expected to arrive the first week of December.
Woodville Park Paving
Status: 🟡 Procurement
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $18,366
Spent to Date: $3,300
Managing Department: Engineering
Start Year: FY 2025
Summary
This paving project aims to create a second entrance to the parking lot for Fields 1 and 2 at Woodville Park. Currently, the park has only one entrance, which can cause traffic challenges during busy periods with high activity levels.
Status Update
Purchase Orders were issued for Fields 1 & 2 improvements, including the VDOT permit, grading work, and the addition of rock, all planned to be completed before Christmas. Tree clearing at the second entrance was completed. Work on the second entrance is scheduled to begin in early Spring.
COMPLETED PROJECTS
Status updates and spending as of 9/24/2024.
Library Renovation
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: Main Street Preservation Trust ($200,000) and ARPA Funds ($451,025)
Budget: $651,025
Spent to Date: $705,575
Managing Department: Multiple
Start Year: FY 2023
Estimated Completion Date: June 30, 2024
Summary
Full interior renovation of the Main Library that includes three new study rooms, a new children's area, story time area, new floors, and circulation desk.
Bus Garage Conversion
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $243,631
Spent to Date: $242,000
Managing Department: Engineering
Start Year: FY 2023
Summary
The ‘old bus garage’ has been transformed into the County Garage, Mosquito Control, and Utility Shop.
The building has 6 working bays and a parts bay. It also has space in the Utilities bays for work benches and repairs of equipment.
The Utilities Field crews also have offices that were renovated and have new lights, new floors, and new paint. With the location having a paved yard as well as the indoor bays. The facility comes with a fueling station that supports the County’s needs and adds redundancy for emergencies.
Status Update
Construction complete. Awaiting final vendor invoices.
Sheriff Parking Lot Paving
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $190,000
Spent to Date: $189,781
Managing Department: Engineering
Start Year: FY 2025
Summary
New and replacement paving projects are proposed to ensure safe driving and pedestrian conditions. These projects are prioritized based upon conditions and public need and placed into a rotation for replacement based upon anticipated life.
Jail Console
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $209,826
Spent to Date: $212,494
Managing Department: Sheriff
Start Year: FY 2024
Summary
Removal of the current 40 year old outdated access control system, and installation of a new system that is being put in place for the safety and security of inmates and corrections officers.
Beaverdam Floating Dock
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $150,000
Spent to Date: $145,477
Managing Department: Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Start Year: FY 2024
Summary
Replacement of of existing floating pier at the main entrance of Beaverdam Park.
Beaverdam Parking Lot Paving
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $375,834
Spent to Date: $378,980
Managing Department: Engineering
Start Year: FY 2024
Summary
Projects slated for FY24 are the Stewart Building Parking Lot, Social Services Parking lot, and Beaverdam Parking lot. New and replacement paving projects are proposed to ensure safe driving and pedestrian conditions. These projects are prioritized based upon conditions and public need and placed into a rotation for replacement based upon anticipated life.
Status Update
Other FY24 paving projects included the Stewart Building Parking Lot and the Social Services Parking Lot. New Paving projects slated for FY25 include the Sheriff's Office and Animal Control.
Aberdeen Pier Rehab
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: State Grant ($333,778) and County Funds ($111,263)
Budget: $445,041
Final Project Cost: $455,070
Managing Department: Engineering
Start Year: FY 2023
Completion Date: January 4, 2024
Summary
The County closed two commercial piers to motor traffic in September of 2021 to prevent further damage or harm to users due to the state they were in. This project rehabilitated these piers to be rated for motor vehicle and commercial use.
PR&T ADA Improvements
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $108,075
Spent to Date: $100,789
Managing Department: Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Start Year: FY 2022
Completion Date: June 6, 2024
Summary
Five handicap parking spaces were installed at Ark Park, as well as sidewalks from the spaces to the basketball court, playground, athletic fields, and dug outs.
Status Update
Ark Park ADA Improvements Complete. FY25 Park ADA Improvements to be determined.
Ark Park Improvements
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: Park Partner Donations ($59,919) and County Funds ($63,381)
Budget: $123,300
Final Project Cost: $123,167
Managing Department: Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Start Year: FY 2022
Completion Date: January 1, 2024
Summary
Grounds crew sodded around court, extended parking lot with fill dirt from Beaverdam as well as new gravel. Improvements include, basketball court renovations, installation of Pickleball courts, painting, and installation of fence.
Woodville Park Fields
Status: 🟢 Complete
Funding Source: County Funds
Budget: $907,753
Final Project Cost: $907,777
Managing Department: Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Start Year: FY 2023
Completion Date: December 7, 2023
Summary
The Woodville Park Fields required improvements due to the inconsistency and unsafe nature of the playable areas on the athletic fields. Prior to project completion, the area was difficult to play on some fields, and nearly impossible to play on other fields. The turf was tough to maintain during severe dry spells without irrigation. With the fields being renovated, safe and playable athletic fields are provided for public use with more play expected and encouraged for years to come.