The purpose of the Historic Commission is to preserve and protect historic sites, structures and areas within the County (see Charter). Activities include identifying significant sites and structures and documenting historic events; increasing the public's awareness of the existence and value of sites, structures and events; preparing brochures, documents and exhibits for distribution and display; advising the Board of Supervisors on development which may affect historical sites and structures; acquiring and preserving artifacts, books, papers, documents and other material pertaining to New Kent's history.
Makeup: One appointee from each election district (each with an alternate), two at-large members, and one ex officio member from the Board of Supervisors.
Term: 4-year staggered terms ending December 31.
Meeting Schedule: 3rd Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September and November at 3 p.m. in the Courtroom of the Historic Courthouse.
If you are interested in serving on the Historic Commission or any of the County's boards, commissions or committees, complete and submit a
Citizen Service Application
to the Deputy Clerk of the Board. For more information, call (804) 966-9687 or email the Deputy Clerk.
