Commonwealth Regional Council

03/31/2026

CRC is excited to support ongoing downtown revitalization efforts through the BOOMS initiative!

Altavista On Track is hosting a Community Walking Tour on April 9 to gather input and reimagine the future of Downtown Altavista. This is a great opportunity for residents, businesses, and stakeholders to share ideas and help shape what comes next.

🗓 April 9 | 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Spark Innovation Center, Altavista

Your voice matters - come be part of the conversation.

Another opportunity for downtown revitalization in Altavista! 😀AOT, along with our partners the Spark Innovation Center and Town of Altavista, Virginia want to invite anyone interested in reimagining our downtown district by join us on a walking tour with Place + Main on April 9th from 6 pm - 7:30 pm. Please see flyer below:

02/24/2026

February 2026 – Items of Interest

The Commonwealth Regional Council’s February 2026 Items of Interest highlights continued progress across the region, including participation in VACo Local Government Day, the launch of Phase I of the BOOMS revitalization project in Kenbridge and Amelia, and the kickoff of the Regional Housing Study stakeholder process.

This month’s update also features new funding opportunities, recently awarded grants, and ongoing regional initiatives supporting economic development, housing, and community resilience across our seven localities.

View and Download the full February 2026 newsletter here:https://commonwealthrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/CRCs-Items-of-Interest-February-2026.pdf

02/05/2026

📢 Update: Amelia County Community Meeting – BOOMS Project (NEW DATE)

📢 Update: Amelia County Community Meeting – BOOMS Project (Rescheduled)

The Amelia County BOOMS Project community meeting that was previously canceled due to the winter storm has been rescheduled.

🗓 New Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: County Administration – Conference Room
16360 Dunn Street, Amelia Court House, VA 23002

The Commonwealth Regional Council, in partnership with Hill Studio and the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, invites community members to attend, learn more, and share local history and perspectives.

This meeting marks Phase 1 of the BOOMS Project (Building Opportunities on Main Street) and will help support a proposed National Register of Historic Places nomination, which is honorary and non-regulatory.

Thank you for your patience and continued interest — we look forward to seeing you there!

02/02/2026

⏰ Happening tomorrow!
Join us February 3 at 5:30 PM at Kenbridge Town Hall for the BOOMS Project Community Meeting.

If you care about Kenbridge’s history and Main Street’s future, this is your chance to learn more and share your perspective.

📢 Town of Kenbridge Community Meeting – BOOMS Project

Kenbridge residents are invited to attend a BOOMS Project community meeting on Tuesday, February 3 at 5:30 PM at Kenbridge Town Hall.

Hosted by the Commonwealth Regional Council with Hill Studio and the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, this meeting marks Phase 1 of the BOOMS Project (Building Opportunities on Main Street).

Community input and local history will help support a proposed National Register of Historic Places nomination. The designation is honorary and non-regulatory.

📍 511 E 5th Ave., Kenbridge, VA
🗓️ February 3, 2026 | 5:30 PM

01/29/2026

📌 January 2026 Items of Interest
CRC is kicking off the new year with major progress across the region — including a $466K resilience grant award, adoption of the updated CEDS, the launch of a regional water supply plan, continued broadband construction through VATI, and advancement of the Drakes Branch demolition project.
Stay up to date on what’s happening across our seven localities 👇

01/29/2026

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01/27/2026

The Town of Keysville is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Town Manager.

This full-time role offers an opportunity to work closely with the Mayor and Town Council to oversee daily operations and support the continued success of a historic Southside Virginia community.

💼 Salary up to $60,000 + benefits
📍 Charlotte County, VA

👉 View the full job description and application details here:
https://commonwealthrc.org/town-of-keysville-town-manager-position-now-open/

01/15/2026

📢 Town of Kenbridge Community Meeting – BOOMS Project

Kenbridge residents are invited to attend a BOOMS Project community meeting on Tuesday, February 3 at 5:30 PM at Kenbridge Town Hall.

Hosted by the Commonwealth Regional Council with Hill Studio and the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, this meeting marks Phase 1 of the BOOMS Project (Building Opportunities on Main Street).

Community input and local history will help support a proposed National Register of Historic Places nomination. The designation is honorary and non-regulatory.

📍 511 E 5th Ave., Kenbridge, VA
🗓️ February 3, 2026 | 5:30 PM

01/13/2026

📢 Update: Amelia County Community Meeting – BOOMS Project (Rescheduled)

The Amelia County BOOMS Project community meeting that was previously canceled due to the winter storm has been rescheduled.

🗓 New Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: County Administration – Conference Room
16360 Dunn Street, Amelia Court House, VA 23002

The Commonwealth Regional Council, in partnership with Hill Studio and the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, invites community members to attend, learn more, and share local history and perspectives.

This meeting marks Phase 1 of the BOOMS Project (Building Opportunities on Main Street) and will help support a proposed National Register of Historic Places nomination, which is honorary and non-regulatory.

Thank you for your patience and continued interest — we look forward to seeing you there!

11/25/2025

The newest edition of CRC’s Items of Interest is now available! From statewide summits to local board engagement and newly opened grant opportunities, we’re working hard to support growth and collaboration across our seven counties. Check out what’s happening across the region!

11/14/2025

Public Notice

The Commonwealth Regional Council (CRC) Economic Development District (EDD) has developed and maintains a comprehensive economic development strategy (CEDS). The CEDS is the result of a planning process designed to help guide the economic growth within the CRC region. This is a part of our five-year update. A copy of the Draft 2025 CEDS Report is available for review and comment for the next 30 days (period ends December 14, 2025).

The plan is available for review via our website at: https://commonwealthrc.org/310-2/economic-development/

Comments or questions from the public are welcome and may be directed to [email protected] or via phone at (434)392-6104 ext. 203.

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