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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1/25/2022 - Adopted Board Records AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTERON TUESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2022 RESOLUTION 012522-1OF APPRECIATION TO P. JASON PETERSFOR HISSERVICE AS CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORSIN 2021 WHEREAS, P. Jason Peters servedas Chairman of the Roanoke CountyBoard of Supervisors during 2021; and WHEREAS, during Mr. Peters’term as Chairman, the County achieved a variety of accomplishments, including: The revitalization of Tanglewood and the 419 area with new-to-market restaurant options and seven (7)newcommercial businesses, The opening of the redeveloped Vinyard Station in the former Vinton Motors building and the openings of its first two(2)tenants Recognitionby the Virginia Association of Counties and the International Economic Development Council with achievement awards for the Town of Vinton Central Business District Redevelopment Projects TheGish Mill redevelopment project and public private partnership with the Town of Vinton Expansions in Roanoke County’s healthcare sector including the Richfield Living Town Center, FriendshipHealth and Rehab Transitional Care Unit, LewisGaleER, Vistar Eye Centerand the 150,000 sq. ft. Carilion Children’s Tanglewood Center Anew $12 million hotel redevelopment and public private partnership project with the Town ofVinton Page 1of 2 AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2022 RESOLUTION 012522-2EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY TO DANIEL R. O’DONNELL, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR, UPON HIS RETIREMENT AFTER MORE THAN TWENTY-ONE (21) YEARS OF SERVICE WHEREAS,Daniel R. O’Donnellwas employed by Roanoke CountyonJune 5, 2000and WHEREAS, Mr. O’Donnell will retire on February 1, 2022, after twenty-one (21) years and eight (8) months ofdevoted, faithful and expertserviceto Roanoke County; and WHEREAS,Mr. O’Donnell,through his employment with Roanoke County, has been instrumental in improving the quality of life and providing services to thecitizens of Roanoke County; and WHEREAS, throughout Mr. O’Donnell’stenure with Roanoke County, hehas recognized the value of Roanoke County’s quality of life, though the development of Green Ridge Recreation Center and numerous trails, parksand open spaces within the County of Roanoke; and WHEREAS, Mr. O’Donnell’s commitment to public safety can been seen in the building of Roanoke County’s Public Safety Center, and his advocacy for equitable salary advancements for Police and Fire andRescue personnel;and WHEREAS, Mr. O’Donnell championed the need for mental health services and awareness of mental health issues in Roanoke County and the greater region; and WHEREAS, Mr. O’Donnell was instrumental in the expansion of regional cooperation between the neighboring localities of the City of Roanoke, the City of Salem, Botetourt County and Franklin County, to enhance services and prosperity for all in the Page 1of 3 region;and WHEREAS, Mr. O’Donnell has helped shape the future of Roanoke County through citizen engagement andcommunity satisfaction surveys,and the Community Strategic Plan;and WHEREAS, Mr. O’Donnell has guided the successful management of Roanoke County’s budget to increase the position of Roanoke County’s public safety, public school systemand services within the community;and WHEREAS, Mr. O’Donnellhas championed the efforts of Roanoke County’s staff and actively pursued equitable and fair compensation for staff;and WHEREAS, Mr. O’Donnell has helped foster the redevelopment of the 419 Corridor and 419 Town Center into a thriving commercial corridor to support Roanoke County’s future economic development;and WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors commends Mr. O’Donnell for managing a successful transition to modified services in the wake of a global pandemic,helping to preserve the health of County employees and its citizens while continuing to offer best-in- class services;and WHEREAS, during his tenureas County Administrator,Roanoke County experienced 3.4%population growth as measured by the 2020 U.S. Census;and WHEREAS, Mr. O’Donnell is commended for his dedication and commitment to making Roanoke County a brighter and safer place to Work, Liveand Play for its employees and citizens. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County expresses its deepest appreciation and the appreciation of the citizens of Roanoke Page 2of 3 AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER, ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2022 RESOLUTION 012522-3REQUESTING THE COMMONWEALTH TRANSPORTATION BOARD FUND A DEMONSTRATION PROJECT ASSISTANCE GRANT IN FISCAL YEARS 2023 AND 2024 FOR SHUTTLE SERVICE TO THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE’S MCAFEE KNOB TRAILHEAD PARKING LOT,CATAWBA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT WHEREAS, in accordance with the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) Transit and Commuter Assistance Grant Application Manual,the Board of Supervisors must commit to providing local match fundsas part of the Demonstration Project Assistance grant application and this commitment may be established through a resolution; and WHEREAS, the proposed shuttle service to the National Park Service’s McAfee Knob Trailhead Parking Lotmeets the goals of the Demonstration Project Assistance grantby offering a creative approach in determining a new travel market for public transportation, as well as by improving the utilization and productivity of an existing public transportation service with a connection to the Smart Way bus route at the I-81 Exit 140 Park and Ride; and WHEREAS, the proposed shuttle service is included as part of Recommendation 1.Z. in the Roanoke Valley Transit Vision Plan, which was approved by the Roanoke Valley Transportation Planning Organization on September 22, 2016; and WHEREAS, the proposed shuttle service was studied by the National Park Service as the baseline service scenario in the February 2021 Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Triple Crown Area Transit Feasibility Study. Page 1of 2 AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2022 RESOLUTION012522-4AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO APPOINT ASSISTANT OR DEPUTY COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS, OR BOTH WHEREAS, §15.2-1502of the Code of Virginiastates that “local government officers may employ, when duly authorized by the governing body, deputies and assistants to aid them in carrying out their powersand duties”; and WHEREAS, as defined in the Code of Virginia, a “deputy” means a person who is appointed to act as a substitute for his principal, in the name of the principal and in his behalf, in matters in which the principal himself may act; such person shall be a public officer; and WHEREAS, as defined in the Code of Virginia, an “assistant” means a person who is not a public officer or deputy but who aids or helps a public officer; and WHEREAS, the Board has appointed a new County Administrator, who will begin acting as such on February 1, 2022, and WHEREAS, the newly selected County Administrator may desire to appoint assistants or deputies, or both, to aid him in carrying out his powers and duties. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOVLED by the Board of Supervisorsof Roanoke Countythat pursuant to §15.2-1502 of the Code of Virginia, the Roanoke County Administrator is authorized to appoint deputies or assistants, or both, to assist him in carrying out his powers and duties. This resolution shall be effective as of its date of adoption. Page 1of 2 AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER ON TUESDAY,JANUARY 25, 2022 ORDINANCE 012522-5APPROVING THE PETITION OF THE LAWSON COMPANIES TO AMEND CERTAIN EXISTING PROFERRED CONDITIONS ON APPROXIMATELY 12.15 ACRES ON PROPERTY ZONED R-3C (MEDIUM DENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DISTRICT WITH CONDITIONS, LOCATED IN THE 5000 BLOCK OF COVE ROAD, THE 2700 BLOCK OF PETERS CREEK ROAD, AND SOUTH OF BEACON RIDGE SUBDIVISION,IN THE CATAWBA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT (TAX MAP NO. 037.13-04-07.00-0000) WHEREAS, The Lawson Companies has petitioned to amend existing proffered conditions on approximately 12.15 acres on property zoned R-3C (Medium Density Multi- Family Residential) District, with conditions, as follows: 1.Petitioner shall build only residential condominium units on the subject property, and Petitioner will not build any units to be rented on a government subsidized rental basis.The propertyshall be developed in general conformance with the “Smith Ridge Commons Apartments” Concept Plan dated January 20, 2022, and prepared by Timmons Group, subject to any changesasrequired during the site plan review process. 2.There shall be no street access from the subject property to the Beacon Ridge subdivision/Candlelight Circle. 3.The maximum number of dwelling units on the subject property shall be 185216. and WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on November 17, 2021, and the second reading and public hearing were held on December 14, 2021; and WHEREAS, at the conclusion of the public hearing held on December 14, 2021, the Board voted to postpone action on the petition untiltheJanuary 25, 2022 meeting in order for the applicant to conduct a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) prepared and the results presented to the Board for review; Page 1of 3 WHEREAS, the TIA has been completed, and has been presented to the Board for review; WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on this matter on December 6, 2021; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommends approval of the petitionas requested; and WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement has been provided as required by law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows: A.The petition of The Lawson Companies to amend existing proffered conditions on approximately 12.15 acres on property zoned R-3C (Medium Density Multi-Family Residential) District, with conditions is approved as requested. The amended conditions shall be as follows: 1.The propertyshall be developed in general conformance with the “Smith Ridge Commons Apartments” Concept Plan dated January 20, 2022, and prepared by Timmons Group, subject to any changes asrequired during the site plan review process. 2.There shall be no street access from the subject property to the Beacon Ridge subdivision/Candlelight Circle. 3.The maximum number of dwelling units on the subject property shall be 216. B.The Board finds thatthe proposed rezoning request is consistent with the purpose and intent of the County’s adopted comprehensive plan, will result ingood zoning practice, and will not result in a substantial detriment to the community. Page 2of 3 ACTION NO. A-012522-6.a ITEM NO.I-1 AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER MEETING DATE:January 25, 2022 AGENDA ITEM:Confirmation of appointment to the Court Community Corrections Program Regional Community Criminal Justice Board; Regional Drug Court Advisory Committee; Roanoke Regional Airport Commission (At-Large), Roanoke Regional Partnership, Roanoke Valley Broadband Authority, Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission, Roanoke Valley Detention Commission, Roanoke Valley Resource Authority; Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge; Western Virginia Regional Industrial Facility Authority; Western Virginia Regional Jail Authority; Western Virginia Water Authority 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: Due to changes in staff, appointments need to be made to several Board and Commission. DISCUSSION: Staff has recommended the following appointments and terms: Court Community Corrections Program Regional Community Criminal Justice Board: Rebecca E. Owens, Assistant County Administrator, is recommended to fill the Page 1of 4 unexpired three-year term of Richard L. Caywood, which will expire June 30, 2022. Regional Drug Court Advisory Board: Rebecca E. Owens, Assistant County Administrator, is recommended to be the Administrative appointee in accordance with State Code. There is no term limit. Roanoke Regional Airport Commission (At-Large): It is the consensus of the Board of Supervisors to reappoint Gary Powers to an additional four (4)-year term to expire February 10, 2022. Roanoke Regional Partnership: Richard L. Caywood is recommended to replace Daniel R. O’Donnell. There is no term limit associated with this appointment. Roanoke Valley Broadband Authority: Richard L. Caywood is recommended to fill the unexpired, four-year term due to the retirement of Daniel R. O’Donnell. This appointment will expire December 30, 2025. Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission: Richard L. Caywood is recommended to fill the unexpired term of Daniel R. O’Donnell as the Non-Elected member on the Commission. This term will expire June 30, 2023. Roanoke Valley Regional Juvenile Detention Center Commission: Laurie Gearheart, Director of Finance and Management Services is recommended to fill the unexpired term of Richard L. Caywood, which expires June 30, 2022. Jessica Beemer, Assistant Director of Finance and Management Services is recommended to fill the unexpired term of Laurie Gearheart (alternate), which expires June 30, 2022. Roanoke Valley Resource Authority: Laurie Gearheart, Director of Finance and Management Services is recommended to fill the unexpired term of Daniel R. O’Donnell, County Administrator. This term will expire December 31, 2023. Page 2of 4 Virginia’s Blue Ridge (CVB): Richard L. Caywood is recommended to fill the unexpired term of Daniel R. O’Donnell, County Administrator.This term will expire June 30, 2024. Western Virginia Regional Industrial Facilities Authority (and Participation Committee): Richard L. Caywood is recommended to replace Daniel R. O’Donnell, County Administrator. This is a four (4)-year term and willexpire February 4, 2026. Rebecca Owens, Assistant County Administrator serves as an alternate on this Authority. It is recommended that Ms. Owens be reappointed to a four (4) year term that will expire February 4, 2026. Western Virginia Regional Jail Authority: Laurie Gearheart, Director of Finance and Management Services is recommended to fill the unexpired term of Richard L. Caywood. This is a one (1)-year term and will expire December 31, 2022. Western Virginia Water Authority: Richard L. Caywood is recommended to fill the unexpired term of Daniel R. O’Donnell, County Administrator. This term will expire June 30, 2023. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with this Board Report. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the above recommended appointments. Page 3of 4 VOTE: Supervisor Mahoneymoved to confirm the appointments.Supervisor Peters seconded the motion. Motion approved. YesNoAbsent Mr. Peters Ms. Hooker Mr. North Mr. Radford Mr. Mahoney Page 4of 4 AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER ON TUESDAY,JANUARY 25, 2022 RESOLUTION 012522-6.bREQUESTING ACCEPTANCEOFWARRIOR DRIVE(WESTERN PORTION)INTO THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SECONDARY SYSTEM WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Addition Form AM-4.3, fully incorporated herein by reference, are shown on plats recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Roanoke County;and WHEREAS, therepresentative for the Virginia Department of Transportation has advised this Board that the street(s)meetthe requirements established by theVirginia Department of Transportation’sSubdivision Street Requirement;, and WHEREAS, theCounty and the Virginia Department of Transportation have entered into an agreement on March 9, 1999, for comprehensive stormwater detention which applies to this request for addition; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board requests the Virginia Department of Transportation to add the street(s)described on the attached Additions Form AM-4.3to the secondary system of state highways, pursuant to §33.2-705, Code of Virginia, and the Department's SubdivisionStreet Requirements, after receiving a copy of this resolution and all outstanding fees and documents required of the developer, whicheveroccurs last in time. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this Board guarantees a clear and unrestricted right-of-way, as described, and any necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage;and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to the ResidencyAdministratorfor the Virginia Department of Transportation. Page 1of 2 PROPOSED ADDITION(S) SHOWN IN BLUE DESCRIPTIONLENGTHROWWIDTHSERVICES Houses MilesFeetFeet(Current/Future) Warrior Drive; From: Int. Route 1233, To: End of its western cul-de-sac0.250286/30 ROANOKE COUNTY ACCEPTANCE OF WARRIOR DRIVE (WESTERN PORTION) INTO THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT OF SECONDARY SYSTEM COMMUNITY DEVLOPMENT