Michael Turner
- Loudoun County Board Advances Motion on Driveway Repair Permits
Laura TeKrony serves as a supervisor in Loudoun County.
- Loudoun Supervisor Questions Project Timelines for Aspen Substation
Loudoun County Board of Supervisors member Kristen Umstattd questioned project planners about conflicting deadlines for the Aspen Substation.
- Loudoun Supervisor Juli Briskman Questions PJM Planning Transparency
Loudoun County Supervisor Juli Briskman spoke at a meeting of the Board of Supervisors regarding the PJM transmission planning process.
- Loudoun County Establishes Virginia’s First Adult Behavioral Health Docket
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has approved the launch of Virginia’s first adult behavioral health docket.
- Loudoun Supervisors Examine Authority Over Substation Projects
Loudoun County officials recently held a detailed discussion on the scope of local authority regarding substation infrastructure projects.
- Loudoun County Reviews Substation Insulation Options and SF6 Environmental Factors
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors addressed the environmental aspects of power substations during a recent session.
- Loudoun Supervisor Details Substation Zoning Process and State Authority Limits
Loudoun County Board of Supervisors members include Chair Phyllis Randall, Vice Chair Michael Turner, and Supervisors Juli Briskman, Tony Buffington, Koran Saines, Caleb Kershner, Matthew Letourneau, Kristen Umstattd, Laura TeKrony, and Brenda Sheridan.
- Loudoun County Supervisor Mike Turner Reviews Scale of Converter Substations
Loudoun County Board of Supervisors member Mike Turner provided details on the physical extent of converter substations in a recent discussion.
- Electrical Substations Defined in Loudoun County Presentation on Grid Operations
Loudoun County recently featured a presentation during a Board of Supervisors meeting that clarified the operations of electrical substations.
- Loudoun Supervisor Briskman Raises Concerns Over County Resource Use
Loudoun County Supervisor Juli Briskman spoke during a board meeting about alleged misuse of county resources in connection with a recent unauthorized town hall.
- Loudoun County Supervisors Discuss Substation Integration and Emission Controls
Loudoun County Board of Supervisors held discussions on methods to incorporate power substations into residential areas.
- Loudoun County Introduces Virginia’s First Adult Behavioral Health Docket
Loudoun County has become the first in Virginia to implement an adult behavioral health docket.
- Loudoun County ADC Program Trains Inmates to Prepare Service Dogs for Autism Support
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors meeting featured a presentation on an Adult Detention Center program in which inmates train service dogs.
- Loudoun County Meeting Examines Technical Factors Behind Substation Wall Heights
A meeting of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors addressed inquiries regarding the height of walls surrounding electrical substations.
- Loudoun Supervisor Calls for Developer Transparency in Project Reviews
Loudoun County Supervisor Koran Saines spoke during a recent Board of Supervisors meeting about the need for improved transparency in how developers present project designs.
- Caleb Kershner Questions Substation Technology Noise Differences
Loudoun County Supervisor Caleb Kershner initiated a discussion on the relative noise levels associated with gas insulated switchgear substations and air insulated switchgear models.
- Loudoun County Supervisors Proceed With Aspen Substation Following Deliberations
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has approved advancing the Aspen Substation project located near Leesburg.
- Laura TeKrony Discusses Compensation Amid State Guidelines
Loudoun County Supervisor Laura TeKrony addressed the compensation structure for board members during a recent meeting.
- David Reid Responds to Phyllis Randall on Data Center Responsibilities
Virginia Delegate David Reid has published an op-ed that addresses statements made by Loudoun County Chair Phyllis Randall concerning data center development.
- Loudoun County Board to Review Grant Initiative for Broad Run Farms Water Connections
Loudoun County, Virginia, is governed by a nine-member Board of Supervisors consisting of Chair At-Large Phyllis Randall, Vice Chair Michael Turner of the Ashburn District, Juli Briskman of the Algonkian District, Sylvia Glass of the Broad Run District, Caleb Kershner of the Catoctin District, Matthew Letourneau of the Dulles District, Kristen Umstattd of the Leesburg District, Laura TeKrony of the Little River District, and Koran Saines of the Sterling District.
- Loudoun Sheriff Issues Letter Clarifying ICE Cooperation Practices
Loudoun County is governed by a nine-member Board of Supervisors that includes Chair At-Large Phyllis Randall, Vice Chair Michael Turner of the Ashburn District, Juli Briskman of the Algonkian District, Sylvia Glass of the Broad Run District, Caleb Kershner of the Catoctin District, Matthew Letourneau of the Dulles District, Kristen Umstattd of the Leesburg District, Laura TeKrony of the Little River District, and Koran Saines of the Sterling District.
- Loudoun County Board Approves Temporary Pause on Data Center Applications
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors approved a plan during its September 15, 2026, meeting to temporarily pause final action on data center and electrical substation applications requiring legislative approval.
- Loudoun County Boards Reject Expansion of School Resource Officers to Elementary Schools
Sheriff Mike Chapman’s plan called for placing SROs in elementary schools, with each officer covering three to four schools. Data from the sheriff indicated that in the past three years, SROs stationed at middle and high schools were redirected over 5,000 times to handle incidents at elementaries.
- Loudoun County Debates Extended Zoning Enforcement Hours
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors conducted a session focused on enforcing the code with possible 24/7 zoning oversight. Participants reviewed the operational aspects of extending enforcement beyond regular hours. The meeting addressed questions about implementation and resource allocation for such measures. Matt Letourneau participated in the discussion by questioning the safety and necessi
- Loudoun Supervisor Discusses State Role in Data Center Zoning Decisions
Loudoun Supervisor Mike Turner recently spoke about changes in how data center zoning decisions are being handled at the state level rather than locally. The discussion focuses on a shift where higher government bodies are assuming more control over these matters. This development has prompted questions about the balance between state and local responsibilities in […]
- Lowdown from Loudoun: Mike Turner shares data center tips with Maryland audience
Michael Turner, a county supervisor in Loudoun County, Virginia, estimates that the public perception of hyperscale data centers has shifted considerably in the last six to nine months — and he isn’t sure why. Turner, a government official in the county with one of the world’s highest concentrations of data centers with over 250, said […]
- Loudoun County Officials Discuss Data Center Energy Options
Loudoun County Board of Supervisors convened to address questions about data center operators seeking alternatives to grid power. The discussion centered on the potential use of on-site generation methods. Officials examined various technologies that could support the county’s expanding data center sector. Presentations during the meeting referenced specific examples of on-site power projects. One
- Loudoun County Board Hears Public Comment on Data Center Impacts During Meeting
During a recent meeting of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, a resident presented comments focused on data center developments in the area. The testimony referenced the Vantage VA2 project and its effects on individuals who have purchased homes nearby. The speaker raised questions about the board’s approach to evaluating these facilities. The comments included […]
- Loudoun Supervisor Laura TeKrony Discusses Data Center Application Details
Loudoun County Supervisor Laura TeKrony participated in a board discussion regarding a land use application for data centers located across the Arcola Mills area. She referenced the proposed structures measuring 70 feet in height and noted support from local daycare facilities for the project. The application appears driven primarily by the applicants according to her […]
- Loudoun Supervisor Mike Turner Addresses Full Scope of Data Center Approvals
Loudoun County officials continue to evaluate the expanding presence of data centers and their associated requirements during public meetings. Supervisor Mike Turner provided remarks focused on the complete set of infrastructure elements tied to such approvals. These statements offer insight into the procedural aspects of local development decisions. Approvals for data centers in the county […]
- Loudoun County Board Meeting Features Citizen Accusations Against Chair Phyllis Randall
A citizen addressed the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors during its public comment period. The individual accused Chair Randall of destroying public records. He also claimed she was faking grief in relation to board matters. The speaker referenced prior interactions involving defamation claims. He questioned the chair’s actions and the overall purpose of the meeting. […]
- Resident Raises Concerns About Public Comment Rules at Loudoun County Meeting
During a meeting of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, a resident used the public comment period to address the Chair about the application of rules for speakers. The comments focused on perceived differences in how guidelines were handled for various individuals. The exchange occurred in the presence of board members seated at the dais. […]
- Loudoun Supervisor Juli Briskman Raises Questions on WellPath Detention Center Contract and Budget
Loudoun County Supervisor Juli Briskman spoke during a Board of Supervisors meeting regarding healthcare services at the county detention center. She referenced a significant budget increase associated with the contract held by WellPath, the current medical provider. Briskman sought clarification on the status of the agreement amid external developments. The supervisor noted the existence of […]
- Loudoun County Dedicates Significant Budget Increases to Public Safety and Emergency Operations
Loudoun County has outlined a comprehensive fiscal strategy within its latest financial plan, prioritizing essential public safety operations to ensure core resident protection needs are met. The newly detailed budget allocates a massive portion of its total $5.4 billion framework toward expanding emergency response and law enforcement capabilities. Notably, public safety and judicial administrati
- Loudoun County Official Matt Letourneau Discusses County Subsidies for State Programs
Loudoun County Supervisor Matt Letourneau addressed the issue of counties providing support for responsibilities typically assigned to the state. His comments focused on the financial implications for local budgets. This topic arises as counties manage various programs that intersect with state requirements. The presentation included a reminder about defining surpluses only after all obligations a
- Loudoun Supervisor Phyllis Randall Calls for Action on Attainable Housing Amid Land Use Concerns
Loudoun County Supervisor Phyllis Randall has spoken about the urgency of addressing attainable housing in the county. She raised questions regarding potential impacts on local decision-making powers related to housing development. Randall indicated that county officials need to move forward with their own plans to retain control over land use matters. The discussion centers on […]
- Loudoun County Allocates $29 Million to Housing Fund Amid Budget Approval
Loudoun County officials have announced a massive financial commitment to address regional affordability with a newly proposed budget allocating twenty-nine million dollars to the local Housing Fund. This significant investment relies on the dedication of one cent of the real property tax rate alongside proceeds generated from the county cigarette tax. County administrators view this […]
- Supervisor Matt Letourneau Addresses Building Heights in Loudoun Zoning Discussion
During a session of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors Matt Letourneau spoke on the topic of building height regulations. He expressed the view that consistent land use standards should guide decisions rather than allowing adjustments through compromise. This statement occurred in the context of ongoing zoning considerations in the county. The remarks focused on […]
- Loudoun County, other Virginia localities consider hitting the brakes on data center development
Loudoun County, ground zero of Data Center Alley and home to over 250 of the power-hungry digital warehouse facilities, is considering a pause on all new data center project applications, officials said this week. “The community has basically been begging us to do something about the unchecked growth of data centers,” County Supervisor Juli Briskman […]
- Loudoun County Approves $5.4 Billion Budget Featuring $105 Million Increase for Public Schools
Loudoun County officials have officially adopted a comprehensive financial plan that includes a massive funding boost for local education. The newly approved budget allocates a $105 million spending increase for Loudoun County Public Schools, fully funding the request made by educational leaders. This significant transfer brings the total school operating budget to an unprecedented $2.1 […]
- Loudoun County Approves FY2027 Budget Featuring $28.5 Million in Employee Compensation Increases
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has advanced a comprehensive $5.4 billion budget for fiscal year 2027 that includes significant investments in the local government workforce. A central component of this newly structured financial plan is a $28.5 million allocation dedicated specifically to employee compensation increases across various county departments. This targeted funding aims to […]
- Loudoun County Approves $4.5 Million in Nonprofit Grants for FY2027
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors recently approved the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, which includes a significant expansion of financial support for local nonprofit organizations. During the May 19, 2026, meeting, officials allocated more than $4.5 million specifically for the Human Services Nonprofit Grant Process. This substantial funding increase aims to provide community-based health and […]
- Loudoun County Allocates $29 Million to Housing Fund for Affordable Initiatives
Loudoun County has officially allocated $29 million to its Housing Fund in a sweeping effort to support affordable and attainable housing initiatives across the region. This substantial financial commitment relies on multiple revenue streams, including proceeds from the local cigarette tax and revenue equivalent to one cent of the real property tax rate. According to […]
- Safety Concerns for Zoning Staff Highlighted in Loudoun County Discussions
Loudoun County has seen discussions emerge regarding the safety of zoning staff involved in property inspections. Supervisor Matt Letourneau has noted instances where routine procedures lead to physical risks. These observations come amid efforts to understand the conditions under which staff operate. The issues involve reports of staff feeling unsafe in certain inspection scenarios. Altercations
- Loudoun County Explores Origins of Mountainside Overlay District
Loudoun County’s unique landscape doesn’t just happen by accident. Supervisor Caleb Kershner recently dug into the history of the Mountainside Overlay District, uncovering exactly how and why these land-use protections were established. The presentation occurred at a Loudoun County Board of Supervisors meeting. The board consists of Chair Phyllis Randall and eight district supervisors. These […]
- Preserve Coordinator to Leave Programs Following Trail Access Changes
A coordinator who has led hiking and nature programs at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve for three and a half years will end her tenure next month. She has conducted nearly 100 programs since early 2023 that reached thousands of visitors through activities including themed walks and seasonal events. The preserve served as a central location […]
- Purcellville Mayor Christopher Berto Cites Public Opposition in Valley Commerce Center Debate
Mayor Christopher Berto spoke during a meeting of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors regarding the Valley Commerce Center proposal. He referenced extensive resident correspondence opposing the project and its potential effects on the area’s rural character. The remarks focused on the volume of public input received through emails and letters. The proposal includes elements […]
- Loudoun County Residents Raise Concerns Over Data Center Noise and Emissions
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has received numerous complaints from residents regarding noise and diesel generator fumes associated with data centers. Current members of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors include Chair Phyllis Randall, Vice Chair Michael Turner, Juli Briskman, Sylvia Glass, Caleb Kershner, Matthew Letourneau, and Kristen Umstattd. These issues have been particularl
- Loudoun Supervisor Koran Saines Proposes Motion on Route 3A and Transmission Lines
Loudoun County Supervisor Koran Saines presented an emergency motion during a recent public session. The motion targets the blocking of Route 3A as part of ongoing discussions about the Golden to Mars transmission lines. This step comes as county leaders examine infrastructure proposals affecting the region. The proposal seeks to engage the Board of Supervisors […]
- As Virginia officials weigh data center pushback, report details industry’s public service funding
As a single mother balancing work against earning a nursing degree, Yvettrise Hoskie thought homeownership was out of her reach. Now, she’s settling into a Henrico County townhome development. The county’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund helped with her downpayment, but the financial assistance was made possible by one of the state’s more controversial neighbors — […]
