Orange County Welcomes Michelle Mixell as New Development Services Director
By: Orange County Communications Department
Orange County is excited to welcome Michelle Mixell, AICP, CNU - A, to the role of Director of Development Services. Michelle brings with her more than 20 years of experience in the planning and community development industry. The Development Services Department oversees the planning and zoning, building inspections, code enforcement, and building and development services functions for Orange County. Her expertise will help to guide the department as it continues to grow and to address the dynamic planning, zoning, and development challenges and opportunities faced by our community. Ms. Mixell ’ s extensive experience makes her well - prepared for this role. She has served communities with a variety of characters, including urban, suburban, and rural, gaining meaningful insight into the complexities faced by each and how to incorporate industry best practices for the benefit of those communities ’ residents. Ms. Mixell ’ s most recent role was Planning Manager for the City of Corinth, TX, which is part of the Dallas - Fort Worth Metro Area. “ I am thrilled to begin a new chapter with Orange County! It is exciting that my career path has brought me back to Virginia, and I look forward to making a positive impact for our residents, businesses, and the community at large, ” said Michelle Mixell, Director of Development Services. “ It is my honor to welcome Michelle Mixell to the Orange County team, ” said Theodore Voorhees, Orange County Administrator. “ I am confident her experiences preparing strategic plans for diverse localities, and her ability to work as part of a team that spans departments, will make her a valuable member of our organization and community. ”
Elderly and Handicapped Tax Relief Applications Due March 1, 2025
By: Orange County Communications Department
The Commissioner of the Revenue ’ s Office is reminding eligible residents that tax relief applications for the elderly and persons with disabilities will be due March 1, 2025, for this tax year. Applicants for relief for this tax year must have turned 65 years or older as of December 31, 2024. To qualify for real estate tax relief, applicants must be at least 65 years of age or permanently and totally disabled. Affidavits by two medical doctors, who are either licensed to practice medicine in the Commonwealth or are military officers on active duty who practice medicine with the United States Armed Forces, are required to verify the applicant(s) is permanently and totally disabled as defined in Section 58.13127; however, a certification pursuant to 42 U.S.C 423 (d) by the Social Security Administration so long as the person(s) remains eligible for social security benefits shall satisfy this requirement. A dwelling jointly - held may qualify if either spouse is over 65 or is permanently and totally disabled. Additional requirements for application apply. More information is available online. Application forms can be requested at the Commissioner of the Revenue ’ s Office at 112 West Main Street, Orange or by emailing COR@orangecountyva.gov. Applicants must reapply each year. For assistance, call (540) 672 - 4441 or email COR@orangecountyva.gov. Please note electronic or emailed applications cannot be accepted. Applications must be delivered in - person or mailed to: Commissioner of the Revenue's Office, P.O. Box 389, Orange, VA 22960.
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