Goochland at a Glance - September 19, 2025

Weekly Highlights | September 19, 2025

Upcoming Joint Town Hall Meetings

The Goochland County Board of Supervisors and School Board have scheduled fall townhall meetings as follows:

District 5: September 22, 2025, 6:00 PM at Hope Church, 12445 Patterson Ave Read More.

Countywide: October 2, 2025, 6:00 PM in Board Meeting Room 250, County Administration Building, 1800 Sandy Hook Rd., Goochland. Read More.

November General Election - Early Voting Starts September 19

Early Voting for the 2025 General Election Begins on September 19

Election Day may be two months away, however in-person absentee early voting begins in Goochland County on September 19 at the Voter Satellite Office in the Goochland Sports Complex.

In-person absentee voting will be open during business hours Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 4:30pm beginning on Friday, September 19 until Friday, October 31.

In-person absentee early voting special hours will also be available during the following special hours:

- Sunday, September 21 from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m.
- Saturday, October 25 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
- Saturday, November 1 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Saturday, November 1 is the last day to vote early. Early voting will not be available on Monday, October 13, 2025, as the Registrar’s office and all County offices will be closed in observance of Columbus Day.

For more information on voting in Goochland including early voting please visit https://www.goochlandva.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1309 and http://www.goochlandva.us/vote .

2025 Goochland Farm Tour Day

Join Goochland County Economic Development on September 27th for Goochland Farm Day! Four local farms will be open for the public to visit, learn, and enjoy. Use this opportunity to connect with the roots of Goochland and explore local farms. Read more.

Goochland Farmer's Market Ends September 30, 2025

Goochland Farmers Market Season Ends September 30, 2025

The Goochland Farmers Market is in their last two weeks! This boutique market, features farm fresh seasonal produce, grass fed poultry, beef, pork and lamb, fruits and berries, honey, baked goods and select artisan crafts all in a park-like setting. Read more.

Customer Service Staff with Certifications

Did You Know...

Goochland County’s Customer Service Center staff have all received their certifications as International Code Council Permit Technicians.

Planning Pulse: Commission Actions

The following actions were taken during the September 18, 2025, Planning Commission Meeting:

Approval of Minutes:

August 21, 2025; 6:00 PM - Approved

Public Hearing Items:

District 4 - CU-2025-00003- Recommended for Approval
Countywide - CP-2025-00002 and ZOA-2025-00001 - Continued to September 25, 2025, starting at 6:30 PM; Goochland High School Auditorium

Meeting minutes will be available on the County website following approval at the next regular Planning Commission Meeting.

Click here to view a recording of this meeting.

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Did you recently receive excellent customer service by one of our team members? Whether someone helped solve a problem, or just did something to make your day a little easier, we want to hear about it! Your feedback helps us recognize those who are going above and beyond. Tell us about your experience.

The HEART of public service is in how we show up for our community every day. The HEART of Service Award celebrates those employees who embody Goochland County’s Core Values - Honor, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Transparency through their actions, decisions, and commitment to excellence. Nominate someone today.

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