HomeMy WebLinkAbout9/21/2021 - Adopted Board RecordsAT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
RESOLUTION 092121-1APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING AMONG THE CITY OF ROANOKE, TOWN OF
VINTON, COUNTY OF ROANOKE, COUNTY OF BOTETOURT, WORLD
TRIATHLON CORPORATION AND ROANOKE VALLEY CONVENTION
AND VISITORS BUREAU REGARDING THE 2022 AND 2023IRONMAN
70.3 RACE SUPPORT SERVICES
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors desires to authorize the County Administrator
to execute a Memorandum of Understanding among the City of Roanoke, World Triathlon
Corporation, Roanoke Valley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Counties ofRoanoke and
Botetourtand the Town of Vinton for the Carilion Clinic Ironman 70.3 Triathlon to be held
onJune 5, 2022 and June 4, 2023, respectively., in cooperation with Carilion Clinic, the
main sponsor of the event.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE Board of Supervisors of the County of
Roanoke as follows:
1.The Board of Supervisors hereby authorizes the County Administrator to
execute a Memorandum of Understanding among the City of Roanoke, World Triathlon
Corporation(“WTC”), Roanoke Valley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Counties of
Roanoke and Botetourt, and the Town of Vinton for the Carilion Clinic Ironman 70.3
Triathlon to be held on June 5, 2022 and June 4, 2023, respectively., in cooperation with
Carilion Clinic.
2.The Roanoke Valley Convention and Visitor’s Bureau d/b/a Visit Virginia’s
Blue Ridge (“VVBR”), has agreed to provide support for the Event, consisting of limited
financial support, staff housing and facilitation services, in consideration for WTC selecting
the Roanoke Valley as the location for the Event.
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER, ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
RESOLUTION 092121-2REQUESTING THE ROANOKE VALLEY
TRANSPORTATIONPLANNING ORGANIZATION FUNDA LIST OF
PROJECTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2028SURFACE
TRANSPORTATION BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Roanoke Valley TransportationPlanning Organization reviews
applications for funding through the Surface Transportation Block GrantProgram
(formerly Regional Surface Transportation Program) and makes recommendations for
project funding to the Commonwealth Transportation Board;and,
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors supports the list of
projectsfor Surface Transportation Block GrantProgram funding.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED thatthe Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginiarequests the Roanoke Valley TransportationPlanning
Organization fundthe following list of projects for the Fiscal Year 2023-2028Surface
Transportation Block Grant Program:
1.Walrond Drive Multimodal Improvements,
2.Chaparral Drive Pedestrian Improvements,
3.Washington Avenue Corridor Study,
4.West Main Street Pedestrian Improvements, Phase 3,
5.Match funding for I-581 at Exit 2 (Peters Creek Road) Interchange
Improvements,
6.Match funding for Route 460 at Alternate Route 220 Intersection
Improvements, and
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER, ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
RESOLUTION 092121-3SUPPORTING AN APPLICATION FOR
$1,300,000OF MATCHED TRANSPORTATION FUNDING THROUGH
THEVIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OFTRANSPORTATION FISCAL YEAR
2023AND FISCAL YEAR 2024REVENUE SHARING PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has previously committed Revenue
Sharing and Secondary Six-Year Improvement Program funding to the Dry Hollow Road
Safety Improvements Project; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is administering
the project to reinforce the roadway against Dry Hollow Creek and to widen the roadway
to two lanesunder the Norfolk Southern railroad trestle; and
WHEREAS, a deficit has been identified by VDOT that requires additional project
funding; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors desires to submit an application for an
allocation of additional funds of up to $1,300,000through the VDOTFiscal Year 2023
and Fiscal Year 2024Revenue Sharing Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED bythe Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1.That the Board of Supervisors hereby supports this application for
allocation of $1,300,000through the VirginiaDepartment of Transportation
Fiscal Year 2023and Fiscal Year 2024Revenue Sharing Program.
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER, ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER21, 2021
RESOLUTION 092121-4REQUESTING THE COMMONWEALTH
TRANSPORTATION BOARD FUNDA TRANSPORTATION
ALTERNATIVES SET-ASIDE PROGRAM PROJECT IN FISCAL YEARS
2023 AND 2024 FOR THE GLADE CREEK GREENWAY IN VINYARD
PARK WEST INTHE VINTON MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIAAND IN THE TOWN OF VINTON, VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Commonwealth Transportation Board
construction allocation procedures, it is necessary that a request by resolution be
received from the local government or state agency in order that the Virginia
Department of Transportation (“VDOT”) establish a Transportation Alternatives Set-
Aside project to be administered by Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Glade Creek Greenway at Vinyard Park West meets
the goals of the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program by providing a
pedestrian and bicycle facility that will expand non-motorized travel choices, strengthen
the local economy, improve quality of life and protect the environment; and
WHEREAS, the Glade Creek Greenway is included in the 2018 Roanoke Valley
Greenway Plan, which was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on September 25,
2018,as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on September 21, 2021, to receive public
comment on the proposed Glade Creek Greenway through Vinyard Park West.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
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1.That the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors requests that the
Commonwealth Transportation Boardprovide funding for the Glade Creek Greenway
through Vinyard Park West, located in bothRoanoke Countyand in the Town of Vinton.
2.That the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors hereby commits to
provide a minimum twentypercent(20%)matching contribution for this project and any
additional funds necessary to complete the project.
3.Thatthe Roanoke County Board of Supervisors hereby agrees to enter
into aproject administrationagreement with VDOTand provide the necessary oversight
toensure the project is developed in accordance with all state and federal requirements
for design, rightof way acquisition, and construction of a federally funded transportation
project.
4.That the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors will be responsible for
maintenance and operating costs of any facility constructed with Transportation
AlternativesSet-Aside funds unless other arrangements have been made with VDOT.
5.That if the Roanoke County Board of Supervisorssubsequently elects to
cancel this project,the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors hereby agrees to
reimburse VDOTfor the total amount of costs expended by VDOTthrough the date
VDOTis notified of such cancellation.The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors also
agrees to repay any funds previously reimbursed that are later deemed ineligiblefor
such useby theFederal Highway Administration.
6.That the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors hereby grants authority for
the County Administrator, or his designee,to execute project agreements for an
approved Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside project for Fiscal Years2023and 2024.
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
ORDINANCE092121-5ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING
$11,465,194.98IN ADDITIONAL COVID-19 GRANTS FORROANOKE
COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
WHEREAS, additional federal support was awarded to the Roanoke County Public
Schools from the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act
approved December 2020 and from the American Rescue Plan Act approved March
2021; and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County Public Schools received an allocation of these funds
in the amount of $987,000from the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental
Appropriations Act; and
WHEREAS, an allocation of funds from the American Rescue Plan Act in the
amount of $10,478,194.98 was received; and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County Public Schools intends to use these funds to
address current capital maintenance projects related to prevention and mitigations
strategies, address student mental health needs andaddress unfinished learning; and
WHEREAS, Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter provides that funds be
appropriated by ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on September 7,2021,
and the second reading was held on September 21, 2021.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as
follows:
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
ORDINANCE 092121-6AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF
PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY EASEMENTS ONPROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2870 RIVERVIEW ROAD (TAX MAP NO. 071.03-01-03.00-
0000) FOR DEVELOPMENT OF THE ROANOKE RIVER GREENWAY IN
THE VINTON MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the Roanoke River Greenway is a regional bicycle and pedestrian trail
developing throughthe Roanoke Valley, linking the Cities of Roanoke and Salem, the
Town of Vinton, and Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, in 2018, the Roanoke Valley Greenway Commission made the
Roanoke River Greenway its number one priority in the update to the Roanoke Valley
Greenway Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Comprehensive Master Plan for Parks and
Facilities identifies the development of greenways and trails as a high priority desired by
citizens in Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County is overseeing the design and construction of the
Roanoke River Greenway proposed between Roanoke City and Highland Road in the
Vinton Magisterial District; and
WHEREAS, Pathfinders for Greenways, Inc. acquired permanent and temporary
easements for the greenway on property located at 2870 Riverview Road (Tax Parcel
Number 071.03-01-03.00-0000) on January 21, 2020, with the intent to transfer the
permanent and temporary easements to Roanoke County sometime thereafter for
purposes of building and maintaining the greenway, uponapproval by the Roanoke
County Board of Supervisors; and
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WHEREAS, Pathfinders for Greenways, Inc. has agreed to donate the temporary
and permanent easements to Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter directs that the
acquisition and conveyance of real estate interests be accomplished by ordinance; the
first reading of this ordinance was held on September 7, 2021, and the second reading
washeld on September 21, 2021.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1.That the acquisition ofpermanent and temporary easements on property located
at 2870 Riverview Road (Tax Map No. 071.03-01-03.00-0000)as shown on the
attached plat titled, “Greenway Easement Over Tax Parcel ID #71.03-01-03 Vinton
Magisterial District, Roanoke County,” dated January 18, 2019 prepared and
sealed by Christopher B. Kaknis, is hereby authorized and approved.
2.That the County Administratoror Assistant County Administrator are hereby
authorized to executethe deedand any other incidental documentsrequired for
the acquisitionand to takesuch actionson behalf of the County of Roanoke in this
matter as are necessary or desirable to accomplish the acquisition, all of which
shall be approved as to form by the County Attorney.
3.That this ordinance is to be in full force and effect upon its passage.
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
ORDINANCE 092121-7AMENDING ROANOKE COUNTY CODE –
CHAPTER 15 FOR PARKS AND RECREATION
WHEREAS, Chapter 15 of the Roanoke County Code, otherwise referred to as the
“Park Ordinance”, was established in 1989 in order to regulate conduct in Roanoke
County’s public parks; and
WHEREAS, an update to the Park Ordinance is necessary in order to reflect the
many changes in outdoor recreation which have occurred, including development of the
Roanoke Valley Blueways, Greenways, Adventure Plan for Explore Park, and the
increased popularity of bicycling in many forms throughout Roanoke County’s park
system; and
WHEREAS, Countystaff haveworked with citizens, stakeholders, and the Parks,
Recreation and Tourism Advisory Commission on proposed amendments to the Parks
Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, County staff have proposed numerous amendments to each article of
the Park Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on September 7, 2021,
and the second reading was held on September 21, 2021.
NOW THEREFOREBE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, that the Roanoke County Code is hereby amended to read and provide
as follows:
Chapter 15 -PARKS AND RECREATION
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Sec. 15-1.Title.
This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Ordinance Regulating
Conduct in Public Parks of Roanoke County."
Sec. 15-2.Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following terms, phrases, words, and their
derivation shall have the meaning given herein. When not inconsistent with the context,
words used in the present tense include the future, and words used in the singular
number include the plural number. The word "shall" is always mandatory and not merely
directory.
Closed hoursmeans the hours each day that a park is closed in accordance with
section 15-911(a)of this chapteruntil 6:00 a.m. the following day.
Countyis the County of Roanoke, Virginia.
Departmentwhen used hereinafter is defined as the dDepartment ofGeneral
Services andpParks, rRecreation and tTourism for the cCountyof Roanoke.
Directormeans the dDirector of the department of pGeneral Services and Parks,
rRecreation and tTourism for the County of Roanoke and includes any person whom the
dDirector designates to act for the Director hereunder.
Electric power-assisted bicyclemeans a vehicle that travels on not more than
three (3) wheels in contact with the ground and is equipped with (i) pedals that allow
propulsion by human power,(ii) a seat for the use of the rider, and (iii) an electric motor
with an input of no more than seven hundred and fifty (750)watts. Electric power-
assisted bicycles shall be classified as follows:
(1)"Class one"means an electric power-assisted bicycle equipped with a
motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that
ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of twenty
(20)miles per hour;
(1)(2)"Class two"means an electric power-assisted bicycle equipped with a motor
that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle and that ceases to
provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of twenty (20)miles
per hour; and
(2)(3)"Class three"means an electric power-assisted bicycle equipped with a
motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that
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ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of twenty-
eight (28)miles per hour.
Organized usemeans use by any team, club, or league for practices,games,
events, or activities.
Parkmeans all property owned, maintained, or operated by the County for public
recreational use. and other areas, now or in the future operated and maintained by the
county department of parks, recreation and tourism are defined to mean parks, public
lands, playgrounds, recreation fields and facilities, museums, buildings, lakes, streams,
lagoons, water areas, and submerged lands, and all public service facilities located on
or in grounds, waters, buildings and structures in the county which are under the control
of or assigned for upkeep, maintenance or operation by the county department of parks,
recreation and tourism and including property of the Roanoke County School Board.
Park attendantsmeans all full-time employees of the dDepartment of General
Services andpParks, rRecreation and tTourism and any part-time or temporary
employees of the Ddepartment specifically authorized in writing by the dDirector to
enforce the requirements of this chapter.
Parkingmeans the standing of a vehicle, whether occupied or not, otherwise
than temporarily for the purpose of and while actually engaged in loading or unloading.
Permitis any written license issued by or under the authority of the Ddirector
permitting the performance of a specified act or acts.
Personis any person, firm, partnership, association, corporation, company or
organization of any kind.
Police officermeans all officers of the Roanoke cCounty pPolice dDepartment,
including the cChief of pPolice, and all properly trained and deputized law enforcement
officers of the Roanoke cCounty sSheriff's dDepartment and any law enforcement
officer legally empowered to issue warrants of arrest or summons within the cCountyof
Roanoke.
Public gatheringincludes demonstrations, picketing, speechmaking, vigils,
parades, ceremonies, meetings, rallies, entertainment, games, shows, concerts, picnics
and all other forms of public assembly.
Shared-use pathmeans a bikeway that is physically separated from motorized
vehicular traffic by an open space or barrier and is located either within the highway
right-of-way or within a separate right-of-way. Shared-use paths may also be used by
pedestrians, skaters, users of wheel chairs or wheel chair conveyances, joggers, and
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other nonmotorized users. "Greenways"qualifyas shared-use paths as defined in this
section.
Smokeor sSmokingmeans the carrying or holding of any lightedor activated
pipe, cigar, or cigarette of any kind (including electronic cigarettes), or any other lighted
smoking equipment, or the lighting, inhaling, or exhaling of smoke from a pipe,cigar, or
cigarette of any kind(including electronic cigarettes).
Special eventmeans a program, tournament or other event scheduled for
specified hours or days involving the participation of the Ddepartment or written
approval of the dDirector.
Trailmeans a trail that is specifically designated as nonmotorized and that has a
natural surface tread that is made by clearing and grading the native soil with no added
surfacing materials.
Vehiclemeans every any device in, upon, or by which any person or property
may be transported upon a highway, except devices other than bicycles movedby
human power. Bicycles and electric power-assisted bicycles do not qualify as vehicles
as defined in this section.
Watersmeans any river, stream, lake, pond, swimming pool or other body of
water, whether flowing or still, in or contiguous to any park as defined in this chapter.
Sec. 15-3.Department of General Services and pParks, rRecreation and tTourism
established; position of Ddirector created.
AdDepartment of General Services and pParks, rRecreation and tTourism is
hereby established and the position of dDirector of General Services and Parks,
Recreation and Tourismof such departmentis hereby created.
Sec. 15-4.Conduct of county recreation programs and park
operationsResponsibilities of the Department of General Services and Parks,
Recreation and Tourism.
The dDepartment of General Services and pParks, rRecreation and Ttourism
shall conduct the recreation programs of the cCounty,and all park operations as
directed by the bBoard of sSupervisors or the cCounty aAdministrator.
Sec. 15-5.Park property.
No person in a park shall:
((1) Property:
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a1)Disfiguration and removal of park property.Willfully mark, deface, disfigure,
injure, tamper with, or displace or remove any building, bridges, tables,
benches, fireplace, railings, tree guards, paving or paving material, public
utilities, signs, notices or placards (either temporary or permanent),
monuments, stakes, posts,or otherboundary markers, or other structures,
equipment, facilities or park property or parts thereof, either real or personal.
(b2)Conduct in restrooms and washrooms.Fail to maintain restrooms and
washrooms in as neat and sanitary a condition as prior to such person's
use, nor shall any person over the age of five (5) years use the restrooms
and washrooms designated for the opposite sex, except a child in the
company of a parent or other custodial individual. Useofany device or
equipment for taking any photographic image or likeness in any restroom,
locker room or washroomis prohibited.Minors under the age of five (5)
years of age shall be accompanied by an adult while in restrooms and
washrooms.
(c3)Disturbance and removal of natural resources.Dig, disturbor remove any
sand, soil, rock, stones, water, trees, shrubs or plants, downed timber or
other wood or materials, or make any excavation by tool, equipment,
blasting or other means or agencyin any park unless given specific
authorization to do so by the Director or his or her designee.
(d4)Erection of structures.Construct or erect any building structure or utility
service of whatever kind, whether permanent or temporary in character, in
any park except by specific written permit issued hereunder. unless given
specific authorization to do so by the Director or hisor her designee. Tents
shall not be connected or fastened to any piece of park property or natural
resourcewithin the park, unless specifically authorized by the Directoror
his or her designee.Tentserected within a park shall otherwise comply with
all applicable laws and regulations.
(5d)Pollution of waters. Throw, discharge, place or cause to be placed, in the
waters of any fountain, pond, lake, stream, bay or other body of water in or
adjacent to any park, or in any tributary, stream, storm sewer or drain
flowing into such waters, any substance, matter or thing, whether liquid or
solid, which will or may result in the pollution or littering of said waters.
(6)Rubbish and waste.Bring in or dump, lay, cast, drop,discharge, deposit or
leave any bottles, broken glass, ashes, cinders, paper, boxes, cans, dirt,
rubbish, waste, garbage, refuse, construction debris, home appliances,
furniture and similar discarded items, or any other trash. No such rubbish or
waste shall be placed in any water in or contiguous to any park, or left
anywhere on the grounds thereof, but shall be placed in the proper
receptacles where these are provided; at locations where receptacles are
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not so provided, all such rubbish or waste shall be carried away from the
park by the person responsible for its presence and properly disposed of
elsewhere.
(2) Trees, shrubbery, lawns.
a. Injury and removal.Damage, cut, carve, transplant or remove any tree or
plant or injure the bark, or pick the flowers or seeds of any tree or plant; nor
attach any rope, wire, or other contrivance to any tree or plant; or dig in or
otherwise disturb grass areas, or in any other way injure or impair the natural
beauty or usefulness of any area.
b. Climbing trees, etc.Climb any tree or walk, stand, sit or attach any rope or
cable or other contrivance upon monuments, vases, fountains, railings,
fences or upon any other property not designated or customarily used for
such purposes.
(3) Wild animals, birds, etc.
a. Hunting.Hunt, molest, frighten, kill, trap, chase, tease, shoot, or throw
missiles at any animal, reptile or bird; nor shall any person remove or have
in his possession the young of any wild animal, or the eggs or nest, or young
of any reptile or bird.
b. Feeding.Give or offer, or attempt to give to any animal or bird any tobacco,
alcohol or other known noxious substance.
Sec. 15-5.1.Public trees.
(1)Purpose.It is the purpose of this section to promote and protect the public
health, safety, and general welfare by providing for the regulation of the
planting and removal of trees on public property.
Further, it is the purpose of this section to enhance the quality of life in the
Ccounty by protecting trees and by minimizing the loss of tree coverage on
public propertiesproperty.
(2)Definitions.The following terms, when used in this section, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, unless context clearly
indicates a different meaning:
Diameter-at-breast-heightshall be the tree trunk diameter measured
in inches at a height of four and one-half (4.5) feet above the ground.
Driplineshall mean a vertical line extending from the outermost edge
of the tree canopy or shrub branch to the ground.
Invasive alien plant speciesshall be those species currently listed by
the state department of conservation and recreation.
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Public propertyshall include all lands owned by the cCounty,
including but not limited to public parks and property of other cCounty
buildings and facilities, and includes all greenway easements
donated to or owned by the Ccounty. The term "public property" shall
exclude public streets and public utility, drainage and storm water
easements and county water and sewer easements.
Public utility companyshall mean any corporation, company,
individual, association or cooperative that is a "public utility" as
defined in section 56-232 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
Toppingis defined as the severe cutting back of limbs tostubs within
the atree's crown to such a degree so as to remove the normal
canopy and disfigure the tree.
Treeshall mean any self-supporting woody plant, usually having a
single, main woody trunk and producing a more or less distinct and
elevated headwith many branches. For the purposes of this section,
a tree shall have a diameter-at-breast-height of four (4) inches or
more.
Tree committeeshall mean the committee appointed by the county
administrator Director to develop uniform standards for implementing
the provisions of this section.
(c) (3)Applicability.This section provides full power and authority over all trees
located on public property.
(d) (4)Authorization required.
(1) a. a.It shall be unlawful for any person to plant, remove, destroy,
relocate, harm or otherwise disturb any tree on public property
without first receiving written approval from the tree committee.
except for invasivealienplant species as defined above. Invasive
alienplant species may be removed.
(2) b.In the case of emergencies, such as windstorms, ice storms or
other disasters, written approval may be waived by the tree
committee during the emergency period so as not to hamper work to
restore order to the cCounty.
(e) (5)Abuse or mutilation of public trees or shrubs.Unless specifically
authorized by the tree committee, it shall be unlawful for any person to
intentionally damage, cut, carve, transplant or remove any tree or shrub on
public property; attach any nails, advertising posters or other contrivance to
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any treeor shrubon public property; allow any gas, liquid or solid substance
which is harmful to such trees to come in contact with them; or set fire or
permit any fire to burn when such fire or the heat thereof will injure any
portion of anytreeor shrubon public property.
(f) (6)Protection of trees.Trees that are to remain after construction of
public buildings, facilities, driveways, roads, utilities or other below or above
ground public structures must be protected from construction activities and
heavy equipment to ensure their survival.
(1) a.The Director shall establish a three (3) person tree committee,
which shall meet at such times and at such places asdecided upon
by the Director. Members of the tree committee shall serve for such
terms as decided upon by the Director, and there shall be no term
limits. Members of the tree committee may be removed from the tree
committee for good cause as determined by the Director.
b.The tree committee shall establish guidelines for trees that are to
remain on public property and that are within or in close proximity to
the immediate construction activity area.
(2) bc.No person, including public utility companies and cCounty
departments, shall excavate any ditches, tunnels, trenches or lay any
driveway or street within a radius of ten(10)feet from any tree on
public property without first obtaining written approval from the tree
committee. This provision does not apply to the maintenance and
repair of existing public utility and cCounty water and sewer utility
facilities.
(3) cd.All trees on public property shall be pruned or trimmedonlyin
accordance with reasonable industry the standards, as determined
by the tree committeeestablished by the National Arborist
Association, entitled "Pruning Standards for Shade Trees," as
revisedin 1988. This includes all public utility companies and
cCounty departments or their subcontractors involved in
maintenance on cCounty property or easements.
(4) de.It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or cCounty
department to top any tree on publicproperty, unless specifically
authorized by the tree committee. Trees severely damaged by wind,
ice or snow storms or other disasters may be exempted from this
section at the determination of the tree committee.
(g) (7)Enforcement.The tree committee shall have the general powers and
duties to:
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(1) a.Direct, manage, supervise and control the planting, removal
and protection of all trees on public property.
(2) b.Protect all trees on public property so as to prevent the spread
of disease or pests and to eliminate dangerous conditions which may
affect the health, life or safety of persons or property.
(3) c.Require the preparation of a tree protection plan for cCounty
construction projects, when deemed appropriate and necessary.
(4) d.Administer the provisions of this articlesubsection.
Sec. 15-6.Sanitation.
No person in a park shall:
(1) Pollution of watersPollution of waters.Throw, discharge, place or cause to be
placed, in the waters of any fountain, pond, lake, stream, bay or other body of
water in or adjacent to any park, or in any tributary, stream, storm sewer or drain
flowing into such waters, any substance, matter or thing, whether liquid or solid,
which produces, or may result in, the pollution or littering of said waterswhich will
or may result in the pollution or littering of said waters.(2) Rubbish and
refuse matterRubbish andwaste.Bring in or dump, lay, cast, drop, discharge,
deposit or leave any bottles, broken glass, ashes, cinders, paper, boxes, cans,
dirt, rubbish, waste, garbage, refuse, construction debris, home appliances,
furniture and similar discarded items,or any other trash. No such rubbish or
refuse materialswasteshall be placed in any water in or contiguous to any park,
or left anywhere on the grounds thereof, but shall be placed in the proper
receptacles where these are provided; at locations where receptacles are not so
provided, all such rubbish or refuse materials waste shall be carried away from
the park by the person responsible for its presence and properly disposed of
elsewher
Sec. 15-67.Trafficand vehicle use.
No person in a park shall:
(1) Motor vehicle laws apply.Fail to comply with all applicable provisions of the
Sstate and cCounty motor vehicle traffic laws in regard to equipment and
operation of vehicles together with such requirements as are contained in
this and other ordinances.
(2) Enforcement of traffic requirements and regulations.Fail to obey any police
officer and park attendants who are hereby authorized and instructed to
direct traffic whenever and wherever needed in the parks and on the
highways, streets or roads immediately adjacent thereto in accordance with
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the provisions of these requirements and such supplementary regulations
as may be issued subsequently by the Ddirector.
(3) Obey traffic signs.Fail to observe all traffic signs indicating speed, direction,
caution, stopping or parking and all others posted for property control and
to safeguard life and property.
(4) Speed of vehicles.Ride or drive a vehicle at a rate of speed exceeding
fifteen (15) miles per hour, except upon such park roads as the cCounty
may designate, by posted signs, for other speed limits.
(5) Operation confined to roads.Drive any motorized vehicle on any area
except the paved park roads, parking areas,or such other areas as may be
specifically designated as temporary parking areas by the dDirector.
(6) ATVs, etcOffroad vehicles, etc.Operate in any park or recreation area
snowmobiles, hovercraft, minibikes, pocketbikes, motorcycles, go-carts, all-
terrain vehicles (ATVs), golf carts, mopeds or any otheroff roadvehicles,
except in areas specifically designated by the Ddirector for such use.
(7)Aircraft.Launch or land any manned or unmanned aircraft, including
drones, remote control planes, helicopters, gliders, jets, airplanes,powered
parasails, powered paragliders, ultralight aircraft or hang gliders, except in
areas specifically designated by the Director for such use, and by permit.
This subsection shall not apply to Roanoke County employees within the
exercise of their employment duties, and with reasonable notice to the
Director.
(87)Trucks and commercial vehicles.Shall oOperate in or through any
park, any trucks or commercial vehicles with a gross weight in excess of
five (5) tons, except for the delivery of the load thereon for use in such parks
as expressly approved by the Ddirector.
(98)Parking.
a.Designated areas.Park a vehicle in other than anywhere except in
an established or designated area, except as shall be and in
accordance with the instructions of any park attendant or police
officer who may be present.
b.Prohibited activities.Park a vehicle in a park for the expressed or
apparent purpose of washing, repairing or maintaining the same.
c.Double parking.Double park any vehicle on any road or parkway
unless directed by a park attendant or police officer.
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(109)Bicycles.
a. Confined to roads.Ride a bicycle on other than a vehicular road or path
designated for that purpose. A bicyclist shall be permitted to wheel or push
a bicycle by hand over any grassy or wooded trail or any paved area
reserved for pedestrian use.
b. Designated racks.Leave a bicycle in a place other than a bicycle rack when
such is provided and there is a space available.
When riding a bicycleor electric power-assisted bicycle,arider must yield to
walkers and runners. Riders must abide by bicycling laws set forth in the
Code of Virginia when riding in parks.Class one,andclass two, and class
threeelectricpower-assisted bicycles may be ridden in places where
bicycles are allowed. Class three electric power-assisted bicycles are
prohibited.
Sec. 15-87.Prohibited uses of parks.
No person in a park shall:
(1) Distribution or displayPosting or leaving papers or materials.No person in
a park shall Ppost, paint, affix, distribute, handout, deliver,place, cast or
leave about any poster, paper, or other materialsbill, billboard, placard,
ticket, handbill, circular or advertisement; display any flag, banner,
transparency, target, sign, placard or any other matter for advertising or
promotional purposes; operate any musical instrument for advertising or
promotional purposes or for the purpose of attracting attention to any
exhibit, show, performance or other display ,unless expressly authorized
through permit by the Ddirectorpursuant to section 15-11(c).
(2) Contributions.Solicit contributions for any purpose.
(3) (2)Bathing and swimming.
aa. Designated areas.No person in a park shall Sswim, bathe,or wade
in any waters or waterways that have been designated and posted
by the Director as prohibited swimming areas. in any park, except in
such waters and in such places as are provided therefore, and in
compliance with such requirements as are herein set forth or may be
hereinafter adopted. Nor shall any person frequent any waters or
places customarily designated for the purpose of swimming or
bathing or congregate thereat when such activity is prohibited by the
dDirector upon a finding that such use of the waters would be
dangerous to public health, safety or welfare.
bb. Certain hours.No person in a park shall uUse or remain upon any
waters or places designated for the purpose of swimming or bathing,
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or congregate thereat, except during such hours of the day as shall
be designated by the Ddirector for such purposes for each individual
area.
c. Bath houses.Dress or undress in any vehicle, toilet or other place, except in
such bathing houses or structures as may be provided for that purpose.
(43)Boating.
aa.Designated areas.No person in a park shall oOperate or occupy any
boat, raft or other watercraft, whether motor powered or not, upon
any watersthat have been designated as posted by the Director as
prohibited boating areas. except at places designated for boating by
the Ddirector. Such activity shall be in accordance with applicable
regulationsas are now or may hereinafter beadopted by the
dDepartment.
bb.Operation of boats.No person in a park shall Nnavigate,
operate, direct or handle any boat in violation of federal, state or local
laws pertaining to the operation of boats.
cc.Prohibition during closed hours.No person in a park shall Llaunch,
dock, operate or remain on or in any boat, raft, or other watercraftof
any kind on any waters during the closed hours or except during such
hours as shall be designated by the Ddirector for such purpose.
(54))Fishing.
aa1.Commercial fishing.No person in a park shall Commercial
fishing, bbuyingy or selling offish caught in any park watersis
forbidden.
bb2.Designated areas.No person in a park shall Ffish in any park
waters, whether by the use of hook-and-line, net trap, spear, gig or
other device, that have been designated and posted by the Director
as prohibited fishing areas. except in such waters thereof as have
been designated by the director for that use and under such
regulations and restrictions as have been prescribed by said director.
(65))Hunting and firearms.No person in a park shall Hhunt, trap or
pursue wildlifeat any time. Trapping may be authorized, by permit, when it
is deemed by the dDirector that said activity is in the best interest of public
health, safety and/or welfare. No person shall within a park use, carry or
possessbrandish or discharge anyfirearms,ammunition or combinations
thereof, as expressly prohibited by statute, or air rifles, spring guns, pellet
guns, paintball guns, bow and arrows, slingsor any other formsof weapons
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potentially dangerous to wildlife or to human safety or any instrument that
can be loaded with and fire blank cartridges, or any kind of trapping device.
Shooting into park areas from beyond park property boundaries is
forbidden.The Ddirector may permit authorization for the use of a firearm
or other potentially dangerous instrument,to be used in a park for a special
event or cCounty managed activity.
((76))Picnic areas and use.
a.aRegulated.Picnic in a place other than those designated for that
purpose. Park attendants shall have the authority to regulate picnic
activities in such areas when necessary to prevent congestion and
to secure the maximum use for the comfort and convenience of all.
No visitor shall fail to Visitors shall comply with any directions given
by park attendants to achieve this end.
b.bAvailability.Persons in a park shall observe the policy that use of
the individual fireplaces as well as tTables,and benchesand cooking
grills are available for use on ashall follow the rule of "firstcome, first
served."bBasis, unless previously reserved.
c.cDuty of picnicker.Leave a picnic area before the fire is completely
extinguished and before Open fires shall only be permitted as
specifically allowed by the Director, and shall be located in a
designated fire ring.Aall trash in the nature of boxes, papers, cans,
bottles, garbage and other refuse is shall be placed in the disposal
receptacles where provided. If no such trash receptacles are
available, all refuse and trash shall be carried away from the park
area by the picnicker to be properly disposed of elsewhere.
d.dNonexclusive.No person in a park shall Uuse any portion of the
park areas or of any of the buildings or structures therein without a
permit issued by the dDirector, for the purpose of holding activities
to the exclusion of other persons, nor shall any person use such area
and facilities for an unreasonable time if the facilities are crowded.
e.eReservations.Reservations for sheltersonlymay be obtainedonly
by paying a fee, as determined by the Ddepartment of parks,
recreation and tourism for exclusive use during said time period.
Permits willonlybe issued only upon payment of fee and must be in
the possession of users to be valid. No person or group occupying a
shelter shall fail to relinquish the shelter to a party or group holding
a reservation permit from the dDepartmentof pParks, rRecreation
and tTourism.
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(87))AAthletic fields.In order tominimize excessive wear of athletic
fields, Use any Roanoke cCounty owned or maintained ball athletic fields
shallshouldnot be used for organized use unless the users have first until
first securing secured a field rental contract for field use from the
dDepartment. This requirement applies to all sanctioned or non-sanctioned
teams or organized groups. Field rental contracts may cover league teams
for a specific sport and may include multiple fields; however, copies of such
contracts shall be in the possession of a responsible individual for each non-
sanctioned team or organized group using any such ball athletic field.
(98))Camping.No person in a park shall Sset upatents, shacksor
any other temporary shelter for the purpose of camping,without a permit
from the dDirector. Unless a permit has been obtained from the Director,
Dduring closed hours, no person shall leave in a park any equipment,
structure or vehicle to be used or that could be used forsuch purposes
camping, such as a house trailer, camp trailer, camp wagon or the like.
(10)Games.Take part in or organize any recreational activity or the playing of
any games, including but not limited to golf, except inareas set apart
therefor(119))Horseback riding.No person in a park shall Rride, drive
or lead a horse except on park drives or trails, as designated by the
dDirector. Where permitted, horses shall be thoroughly broken and properly
restrained, ridden with due care, and shall not be allowed to graze or go
unattended, nor be hitched to any rock, tree orandshrub. No hoofed
animals will be allowed onturf areasoutside designated riding areas.
(1210)Missiles)Missilesand fireworks.No person in a park shall Ccarry,
shoot, fire, explode or throw any fireworks, firecrackers, rockets, torpedoes
or missiles of any kind in any park without a permit from the dDirector.
(1311)Photography.No person in a park shall mMake still or moving
pictures that involve the use of special settings, structures, lighting or
apparatus, or the performance of a cast of persons, either amateur or
professional, or the posing of professional models without prior written
authorization by the dDirector; said written permission may be issued only
when such activities will permit normal use of park facilities by other visitors.
However, the provisions of this section do not in any way restrict the
ordinary use of cameras by amateur photographersor commercial media
coverage.
(14)Remote control planes.Operate a remote control plane, glider, or motor propelled
aircraft in any park without a permit from the director.
Sec. 15-9.Meetings and concessions.
No person shall:
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(1) Hold or takepart in any public meeting or event, religious, political, charitable or
otherwise, including picnic parties and entertainment for charitable or religious
purposes, in any public park without first obtaining written permission from the
director. Such assemblages shall be conducted in a lawful and orderly manner
and shall occupy such grounds and facilities as may be assigned to or reserved
for them.
(12) Concessions.No person in a park shall Ssell or offer for sale any food,
beverage, refreshment or any article or service whatsoever,in any park
exceptbyconcessionaires under contract with the cCounty orbynonprofit,
charitable or religious groups, authorized by permit from the dDirector.
Sec. 15-810.Behavior.
No person in anypark shall:
(1) Intoxication.Enter upon or be in or remain in a park or recreation facility
while under the influence of alcoholic beverages or any controlled
substance as defined by the Drug Control Act of the Code of Virginia,.
except as authorized by a permit from the director.
(2) Taking a drink or tendering same.Take a drink of any alcoholic beverage
or tender a drink thereof to any other person, whether accepted or not,
except as permitted by Section 4.1-308C 4-78CTitle 4.1 of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended, or as permitted by aand as authorizedpermit
issued by the Ddirector.
(3)Smoking. Smoke inside a public building.
(34))Domestic animals.Be responsible for the presence of a dog
or other domestic animal in a park(excluding areas of parks designated by
the Director as "dog parks")unless such animal is carried, led by a chain,
strap or rope, or kept in a wagon, automobile or other vehicle. Dogs, cats or
other domestic animals shall not be permitted to enter any lake, pond,
fountain, swimming pool, or athletic field,unless said area has specifically
been designated as allowing said animals by a posting thereon."Service
dogs"as defined in Section 51.5-40.1 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended, shall be excluded from the provisions of this section. All domestic
animal waste must be disposed of in a proper manner (i.e. scooper or plastic
baggie) by owner.
Be responsible for the entry of a dog or other domestic animal intoa park unless
carried, led by a chain, strap or rope, or kept in a wagon, automobile or other
vehicle by chain, rope or strap. Dogs, cats or other domestic animals shall not be
permitted to enter any lake, pond, fountain, swimming pool, stream, all special
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event areas and tournaments, ball fields or food and beverage concession areas
within any park or recreation area. Service dogs shall be excluded from the
provisions of this regulation. All domestic animal waste must be disposed of in a
proper manner (i.e. scooper or plastic baggie) by owner.
No non-working animal or pet shall be allowed at special events incounty parks.Non-
working animals or pets include, but are not limited to, dogs, cats, horses, reptiles
or other animals that are present at a sSpecial eEvent other than for the express
purpose of assisting an individual with a disability. Also excluded are those
animals or pets which are an attraction and/or a part of the special event.
(45))Fires.Build or attempt to build a fire except in such areas and
under such regulations as may be designated by the dDirector. No person
shall drop, or throw or otherwise scatter lighted matches, burning cigarettes,
cigars, tobacco paper or other inflammable material within any park area,
or on any highway, road or street abutting or contiguous thereto.
(56))Closed areas.Enter an area posted as "Closed to the Public"
or "No Trespassing," or otherwise "closed" in accordance with section 15-
11(b) of this chapter. No nor shall any person shall use or abet the use of
any area in violation of posted notices.
(67))Going onto ice.Go onto ice on any of the waters except such
areas designated as skating areas and posted as such.
(78))Disorderly conduct and disturbing the peace.Cause
inconvenience, annoyance, or alarm to another by doing any of the
following:
a..Engaging in fighting, engaging in threatening harm to persons or
property,orengagingin violent or turbulent behavior;
bb.Making unreasonable noise or offensively coarse utterance, gesture
or display, or communicating unwarranted and grossly abusive
language to any person;
cc.Insulting, taunting, or challenging another under circumstances in
which such conduct is likely to provoke a violent response;
dd.Hindering or preventing the movement of persons on a public street,
road or right-of-way, or to, from, within or upon public property, so as
to interfere with the rights of others and by any act which serves no
lawful andreasonable purpose of the offender;
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ee.Creating a condition which is physically offensive to persons or which
presents a risk of physical harm to persons or property, by any act
which serves no lawful or reasonable purpose of the offender.
(89))Exhibit permits.Fail to produce and exhibit any permitsfrom
the dDirector upon request of any police officer or park attendant who shall
request to inspect the same.
(910))Interference with permittees.Disturb or interfere
unreasonably with any person or party group occupying any area, or
participating in any activity, permitted by under the authority of a permit.
Sec. 15-119.Park operating policy.
(a1))Hours.Parks shall be open to the public every day of the year
from one-half (½) hour afterdaylight 6:00 a.m. to one-half (½) hour before
sunset,except withthe following exceptions:
a.Ppark facilities with outdoor illuminated athleticfield lightingshall be
open to the public from one-half (½) hour afterdaylight to 11:00 p.m.;
b.Park facilities withor special hours of operation,which when such
special hours of operation areshall beposted thereon.;and
c.Select exceptions after receiving sSpecial written permission from
the dDirectoror his or her designee.is required for any persons to
remain in any park area outside regular open hours.
Explore Park hours of operation shall be exempt from this provision.
(b2))Closed areas.Any section of any park may be declared closed
to the public by the dDirector at any time or for any interval of time, either
temporarily or at regular and stated intervals and either entirely or merely to
certain uses, as the dDirector shall find reasonably necessary.
(c3))Permit.A permit shall be obtained from the Ddirector before
participating in a park activity prohibited by theserulesset forth in this
chapter:.
(1) a.Application.A person seeking issuance of a permit hereunder
shall file an application with the dDirector. The application shall state:
tThe name and address of the applicant; the name and address of
the person, persons, corporation or association sponsoring the
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activity, if any; the name, address and effective contact information
for a responsible individual for such permit; the day and hours for
which the permit is desired; an estimate of the anticipated
attendance; any other information which the dDirector shall find
reasonably necessary to a fair determination as to whether a permit
should be issued hereunder.
(2) b.Standards of issuance.The dDirector may issue a permit
hereunder when he finds: tThat the proposed activity or use of the
park will not unreasonably interfere or detract from the general public
enjoyment of the park; that the proposed activity and use will not
unreasonably interfere with or detract from the promotion of public
health, welfare, safety or recreation; that the proposed activity or use
is not reasonably anticipated to incite violence, crime or disorderly
conduct; that the proposed activity will not entail unusual,
extraordinary or burdensome expense or allocation of manpower
resources by the Roanoke cCounty pPolice dDepartment or other
operation by the cCounty; that the facilities desired have not been
reserved for other use at the day and hour required in the application.
(3) c.Appeal.Within seven (7) days after receipt of an application,
the Ddirector shall either issue a permit or apprise an applicant in
writing of his reasons for refusing a permit.andAany aggrieved
person shall have the right to appeal in writing within five (5) days to
the assistant County Aadministrator, or hisor herdesignee, who
which shall consider the application under the standards set forth in
subsection (2) hereof and sustain or overrule the Ddirector's decision
within fifteen (15) days. The decision of the Ccounty Aadministrator,
or hisor herdesignee, shall be final.
d.(4) Effect of permit.A permittee shall be bound by all park rules
and regulations and all applicable ordinances fully as though the
same were inserted in said permits. The Director may impose
reasonable conditions in granting a permit under this section.
e.(5) Liability of permittee.The person or persons to whom a permit
is issued shall be liable for any loss, damage or injuries sustained by
any person whatsoever, by reason of the negligence of the person
or persons to whom such permits shall have been issued.and shall
indemnify and hold the county, its officers, employees and agents
harmless from any claim, judgment or award for damages or other
legal relief of any nature whether as a result of legal or administrative
action.
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ACTION NO. A-092121-8.b
ITEM NO. L-3
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE:September 21, 2021
AGENDA ITEM:Request to accept a donated canine from the Police
Foundation valued at $8,500 for use by the Police
Department's K9 Unit
SUBMITTED BY:Chuck Mason
Assistant Chief of Police
APPROVED BY:Daniel R. O’Donnell
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Acceptance of an eleven month old Belgian Melanois valued at $8,500 to the Police
Department.
DISCUSSION:
The Police Department has been offered a donation from the Roanoke County Police
Foundation of an eleven (11) month old Belgian Melanois for use as a narcotics
detection and patrol K9. The value of the canine is $8,500. The dog named Maverick
will be assigned with his handler, to the K9 Unit of the Police Department's Patrol
Division. The Foundation's donation was made possible by the generous contribution to
the Foundation by Ayers Financial Services,Inc.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Police Department will supply necessary training, equipment, and a vehicle from its
existing funds. No additional funding is requested.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends acceptance of this donation.
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VOTE:
Supervisor Peters moved to approve the staff recommendation to acceptthe donation.
Supervisor Mahoneyseconded the motion. Motion approved.
YesNoAbsent
Ms. Hooker
Mr. Mahoney
Mr. North
Mr. Radford
Mr. Peters
cc: Chuck Mason, Assistant Chief of Police
Laurie Gearheart, Director of Finance and Management Services
Steve Elliott, Budget Manager
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ACTION NO. A-092121-8.c
ITEM NO. L-4
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE:September 21, 2021
AGENDA ITEM:Confirmation of appointments to the Library Board (by
District)
SUBMITTED BY:Deborah C. Jacks
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
APPROVED BY:Daniel R. O’Donnell
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Confirmation of appointments
BACKGROUND:
Library Board:
Supervisor David R. Radford has recommended the appointment of Bonnie Johnson to
represent the Windsor Hills Magisterial District to a term to expire December 31, 2023.
DISCUSSION:
There is no discussion associated with this agenda item.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no discussion associated with this agenda item.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends confirmation of all appointments.
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VOTE:
Supervisor Peters moved to approve the staff recommendation toconfirm the
appointment.Supervisor Mahoneyseconded the motion. Motion approved.
YesNoAbsent
Ms. Hooker
Mr. Mahoney
Mr. North
Mr. Radford
Mr. Peters
cc: Shari Henry, Director of Library Services
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THEBOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTERON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
RESOLUTION 092121-8.aGRANTING A WAIVER TO HOLLINS
UNIVERSITYUNDER SECTION 13-23 OF THE ROANOKE COUNTY
CODE TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE COUNTY’S NOISE ORDINANCE,
ARTICLE II. NOISEOF CHAPTER 13. OFFENSES –
MISCELLANEOUS
WHEREAS, Hollins University, a private universitylocated in north Roanoke
County,will be holding their annual Fall Formal Dance on Saturday, October 9, 2021,
ending at midnight on the grounds of the University; and
WHEREAS, in order to accommodate the advertised time frame and to mitigate
economic hardship by enhancing students’ sense of connectedness with Hollins and the
Roanoke Valley through social interaction that supports recruiting and retaining students
that in turn affects the economic vitality of the University and Roanoke County with this
event, Hollins Universityisrequesting a waiver of the County noise ordinance for(2)
hours from 10:00 P.M. till midnight, on Saturday,October 9, 2021; and
WHEREAS, Section 13-23 of the Roanoke County Code establishes certain
standards for the Board of Supervisors to grant waivers from the provision of the
Roanoke County Noise Ordinance to avoid undue hardship upon consideration of
certain factors set forth in sub-section (b) of Section 13-23 and after making certain
alternative findings.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
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