Jen Fleisher

2027 regional legislative program endorsement

Includes a hoped-for $7 million state ask for homelessness services and an energy resource hub request.

Special exception permit for West Main Street properties

The window work is privately funded; no city money is involved.

Core Neighborhood development code revisions

Proposals like micro-TIFs would redirect a share of new tax revenue from development into the surrounding neighborhoods.

Schenks Branch sewer line easement

City's share of the easement is about $59,305; the alternative route would cost substantially more.

2000 Holiday Drive Low-Barrier Shelter Project

The city paid $6.2 million for the building; the shelter build-out and 24/7 operations could cost millions more, with fundraising still unresolved.

Community panel on legal aid, neighborhood concerns, homelessness and immigrant services

Taxpayers are funding the new shelter and the cleanup operations, but hopefully, it'll save money on emergency services down the road.

Court Square Slave Auction Marker

Taxpayers might see some short-term costs for the physical removal and safe transport of the heavy statues.

Downtown Mall trashcan replacement plan

The replacement plan covers six cans and 25 base covers at about $19,500, though no immediate purchases are planned.

Snow and ice 'mobility for all' plan

A major storm event could cost roughly $250,000, with new plow equipment already bought using ~$400K of FY26 surplus.

Rivanna Homeless Encampment

Sanitation fixes could cost roughly $5,000 or less; a rehousing initiative for 50 people was estimated at $1.775 million, and a project manager around $80,000 per year.

Salvation Army Center of Hope pledge

$3 million city pledge

leaf collection

This service is already covered by your local taxes, keeping your property clean without extra out-of-pocket costs.

town dissolution

Dissolving the town could shake up local tax rates and shift who pays for local services, though the exact dollars and cents are still up in the air.

Appointment of Director of Police Civilian Oversight

His decisions will directly impact how your tax dollars are spent on fixing roads, bridges, and city facilities.

Lease of 708 Page Street to City of Promise

The city schools score a valuable piece of real estate completely for free, saving taxpayer dollars while expanding their assets.

IT infrastructure

Fixing these ongoing tech delays could ultimately save taxpayers money by cutting down on costly, temporary IT band-aids.

city administration appointment

Her salary is covered by the existing municipal administrative budget, so it won't hit taxpayers with any new fees.

hazardous waste disposal

It's totally free, saving you the usual hassle and disposal fees for getting rid of nasty chemicals.

local news podcast

It's totally free to listen, but staying informed helps you keep an eye on how your local tax dollars are being spent.

Appellant standing and timeliness questions

Local taxpayers could end up footing the bill for legal fees and any potential settlement or damages awarded in the lawsuit.

Resolution: FY 2027 Budget Amendments and Appropriation of $300,252 of Additional General Fund Revenue (1 of 2 readings)

Minutes: 2025 General Election Abstract of Votes, April 8 work session, May 13 work session, June 10 work session

Resolution: Resolution to Return $1,848,424 to the General Fund and Appropriate an Additional Transfer of $423,546 to the Children Services Act Fund (2nd reading)