Friends of the Lower Appomattox River

About the Board

Friends of the Lower Appomattox River (FOLAR) is a non-profit citizen organization formed as a result of the Appomattox River Corridor Plan, sponsored by the Crater Planning District Commission in June 1999. The Board of Directors is composed of 13 representatives, appointed by the six jurisdictions that adjoin the Lower Appomattox River and Virginia State University.

FOLAR represents community leaders and citizens interested in promoting and enhancing the Appomattox River. The organization is sponsored by the Crater Planning District Commission.

  • Makeup / Size: 13 representatives
    • Two – Hopewell
    • Two – Prince George
    • Two – Dinwiddie
    • Two – Petersburg
    • Two – Colonial Heights
    • One - VSU
  • Term: Indefinite
  • Paid: N/A

Current Membership from Dinwiddie

  • Brian Mancini
    • Director
    • Dinwiddie Parks, Recreation & Tourism
    • Appointed January 16, 2007
    • Term: indefinite
  • Janet Marie Hedrick
    • Appointed April 22, 2003
    • Term: indefinite