HomeMy WebLinkAbout1/28/2025 - Adopted Board Records AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2025
RESOLUTION 012825-2 CERTIFYING THE CLOSED MEETING WAS
HELD IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CODE OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia has convened a
closed meeting on this date pursuant to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance
with the provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia requires a certification by the
Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, that such closed meeting was
conducted in conformity with Virginia law.
'NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, hereby certifies that, to the best of each member's knowledge:
1. Only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements
by Virginia law were discussed in the closed meeting which this certification resolution
applies; and
2. Only such public business matters as were identified in the motion convening the
closed meeting were heard, discussed or considered by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia.
On motion of Supervisor Hooker to adopt the resolution; seconded by Supervisor
North and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Hooker, North, Mahoney, Radford
NAYS: None
ABSENT: ervisor epherd
A COPY TESTE:
is d L. Caywo , P.E.
County Administrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
ACTION NO. 012825-3
ITEM NO. F_1
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT.THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: January 28, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution of appreciation to Phil C. North for his service as
Chairman of the Board of Supervisors in 2024
SUBMITTED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
This time has been set aside to recognize Phil C. North for his service as Chairman of
the Board of Supervisors in 2024.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the resolution.
VOTE:
Supervisor Hooker moved to adopt the resolution. Supervisor Mahoney seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North Abstain ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ❑ ❑
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
CC: Phil C. North
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ATA REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2025
RESOLUTION 012825-3 OF APPRECIATION TO PHIL C. NORTH FOR HIS
SERVICE AS CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS IN 2024
WHEREAS, Phil C. North served as Chairman of the Roanoke.County Board of
Supervisors during 2024; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors recognizes during Mr. North's term as
Chairman, the County achieved numerous accomplishments contributing to economic
growth, including:
• $57 million in new project announcements and investments within Roanoke
County and the creation of more than 200 new jobs
• An announcement by Mack Trucks to invest$14.5 million in a 70,000 square
foot expansion to its facility in the Glenvar area
• Completion of Southern Team Auto Mall's new state-of-the-art Hyundai
dealership in the Hollins area
• Approval of Roanoke County's first 4-megawatt solar energy facility on Bent
Mountain
• The redevelopment of 47,000 square feet within Tanglewood Mall into a
modern YMCA facility
WHEREAS, Mr. North is committed to advancing and enriching the quality of life
in Roanoke County through a variety of achievements, including:
• Tax reductions for citizens and businesses
• Identifying the need for diverse and affordable housing options across the
County
• Completion of Fire and Rescue Station 12 in Bonsack which will enhance
response times in the area, safeguarding lives and property
• Serving as a regional advocate for funding and expansion of the Roanoke-
Blacksburg Regional Airport
• Completion of a demographic study to assess the future needs of our
community
WHEREAS, during Mr. North's term, Roanoke County's Public Schools received
continued support of advancing students' education and safety, including:
• The groundbreakings of a new Career and Technology Center and
renovations to W.E. Cundiff and Glen Cove elementary schools, all totaling
a record $130 million in project funding by the Board of Supervisors
• Petitioning the General Assembly for increased support for local school
construction and Children's Services Act funding
• The deployment of more School Resource Officers within Roanoke County
Public Schools
WHEREAS, Mr. North has remained a stalwart champion of transportation projects
that improve citizens' lives and enhance road safety, including:
• Securing more than $12.5 million in state and federal funding to advance
key transportation projects across Roanoke County
• Completion of the Buck Mountain Road Roundabout and the sidewalk along
Williamson Road
• Making significant progress toward developing the Roanoke River
Greenway in Eastern Roanoke County and the Glade Creek Greenway
through Vinyard Park
• Expanding the McAfee Knob Trailhead Shuttle to include additional shuttle
stops within Roanoke County, the City of Salem, and the Dragon's Tooth
trailhead
WHEREAS, Mr. North serves as Chairman of the Roanoke Valley Transportation
Planning Organization, the Transportation Policy Steering Committee for the National
Association of Counties, and the Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission, and
continuously advocates for improvements to Route 460, Route 419/Electric Road, Route
220, and Interstate 81; and
WHEREAS, Mr. North serves as 2nd Vice President of the Virginia Association of
Counties, advocating on behalf of Virginia counties; and
WHEREAS, Mr. North received the 2024 Gordon N. Dixon Award from the Virginia
Association of Planning District Commissions for his work to facilitate regional
transportation improvements across the Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional
Commission urban and rural member areas; and
WHEREAS, Mr. North emphasized sound financial strategies and practices, and
promoted regional projects and initiatives to benefit all the residents of the Roanoke
Valley; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, does hereby extend its deepest appreciation to
PHIL C. NORTH for his collaborative and steady leadership of the Board of Supervisors
as Chairman during 2024 and for his belief in democracy and championing of citizen
participation in local government.
On motion of Supervisor Hooker to adopt the resolution; seconded by Supervisor
Mahoney and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Hooker, Mahoney, Radford
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Shepherd
ABSTAIN: Supervisor North
A COPY TESTE:
Ric and L. Cayw d, P.E.
unty Administrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Phil C. North
ACTION NO. 012825-4
ITEM NO. F.2
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: January 28, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution congratulating the Hidden Valley High School
Girls Volleyball Team for winning the 2024 Virginia High
School League (VHSL) Class 3 Championship
SUBMITTED BY: Madeline Hanlon
Assistant to County Administrator
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
This time has been set aside to congratulate the Hidden Valley High School Girls
Volleyball Team for winning the 2024 Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 3
Championship
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the resolution.
VOTE:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to adopt the resolution. Supervisor Hooker seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ❑ ❑
Mr. Radford ® ❑ _ ❑
CC: Hidden Valley High School
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ATA REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2025
RESOLUTION 012825-4 CONGRATULATING THE HIDDEN VALLEY HIGH
SCHOOL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2024 VIRGINIA
HIGH SCHOOL LEAGUE (VHSL) CLASS 3 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
WHEREAS, athletic competitions are an important and integral part of the team
curriculum at schools in Roanoke County; teaching cooperation, sportsmanship,
teamwork, and athletic skill; and
WHEREAS, on November 23, 2024, the Hidden Valley High School Girls Volleyball
Team won the Class 3 State Championship at the Salem Civic Center. The Titans
outscored Grafton in three sets, 27-25, 25-21, and 25-19; and
WHEREAS, the team's exceptional skills, versatility, and athletic talent were on full
display, culminating in Hidden Valley securing back-to-back state championship titles; and
WHEREAS, Hidden Valley was also named River Ridge District Champions and
ranked #4 in the state of Virginia; and
WHEREAS, Hidden Valley ended its season with a record of 29-2, leaving a lasting
impression with its student-athletes, opponents, fans, and the volleyball community; and
WHEREAS, the Titans showcased great character, poise and sportsmanship while
representing their school and community. They are a true asset to Roanoke County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia does hereby extend its sincere congratulations to the members of the
HIDDEN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM: Seniors Calli Anderson,
Sophie Arnold, Maddi Carter, Meredith Crawley, Chloe Muscaro, and Caleigh Ponn;
Juniors Abby Bishop, Bella Facciani, Camlyn Morstad, and Sofia Jordan; Sophomores
Kenley Brown, Lauren Dudley and Olivia Viar; and Freshman Mia Jolley. The team was
led by Captains Calli Anderson, Sophie Arnold, Maddi Carter, and Caleigh Ponn; and
coached by Pierre Ellis, Alison Stoehr, Curtis Fuller, and Logan Pasley.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors extends its best
wishes to the members of the team, the coaches and the school in their future endeavors.
On motion of Supervisor Mahoney to adopt the resolution; seconded by Supervisor
Hooker and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Hooker, North, Mahoney, Radford
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Shepherd
A COPY TESTE:
Ric•: : L. Caywood,jf
Co. ty Administrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Hidden Valley High School
A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ROANOKE CITY, VIRGINIA,
ADOPTED JANUARY 21, 2025, AND THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA,ADOPTED JANUARY 28, 2025
RESOLUTION 012825-5 EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR LEGISLATION
AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY,VIRGINIA
TO ACQUIRE PARCELS IN ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA AND BEDFORD
COUNTY,VIRGINIA KNOWN AS "EXPLORE PARK"
WHEREAS, Roanoke County signed a 99-year lease in 2013 for the development
and management of Explore Park from the Virginia Recreational Facilities Authority
("VRFA"); and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County has developed a master plan for the park that
provides a roadmap of development for the next 20 years in Roanoke and Bedford
Counties; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County has invested over
$8,000,000 in capital funding for park infrastructure to include public water and sewer,
roads, telecommunications, greenways, traits, trailheads, building renovations, a
campground and an aerial adventure course that has created a destination for citizens in
the region as well as tourists; and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County has spent over$7,000,000 in non-capital support of
Roanoke County since 2013 and has an annual Explore Park operations budget in excess
of$1,000,000; and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County has reinvigorated Explore Park over the last 11
years through public-private investment, programs, camping, biking, hiking and special
events; and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County has grown park attendance from over 30,000 visitors
in 2013 to more than 250,000 visitors in 2023; and
WHEREAS, Explore Park hosts signature annual events such as USA cycling
championships, Illuminights, Tavern Stage Concert Series, and Go Fest Adventure
Outpost; and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County wishes to fully implement the park master plan
through additional County investment and through the attraction of additional private
investment and additional public-private partnerships; and
WHEREAS, the Commonwealth of Virginia has not provided any funding for the
park in over 15 years and indicates that it has no intention of doing so in the future; and
WHEREAS,the current land ownership arrangement is an ongoing barrier to major
potential investments within Explore Park by the private sector such as a lodge or
restaurant; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County has shown a sustained
financial commitment to Explore Park as a regional asset for tourism, outdoor education,
health, leisure activity, and conservation while providing a positive economic impact to
the community; and
WHEREAS, in order to more efficiently and effectively further develop Explore
Park, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia wishes to acquire properties
in Roanoke County and Bedford County, Virginia, from the VRFA, identified as Roanoke
County Tax Map Numbers 080.00-01-34.02-0000, 080.00-02-33.00-0000, 080.00-02-
36.00-0000, 080.00-05-34.00-0000, 080.00-05-31.00-0000, 080.00-05-30.00-0000,
080.00-05-29.00-0000, 080.00-05-27.00-0000, 080.00-02-34.00-0000, 080.00-05-17.00-
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0000, 071.03-01-10.00-0000,080.00-02-35.00-0000,071.03-01-11.00-0000,071.03-01-
15.00-0000, 080.00-02-33.00-0000, 080.00-05-32.00-0000, 080.00-05-26.00-0000,
071.00-01-13.00-0000, 071.00-01-12.00-0000,080.00-05-24.00-0000, 080.00-02-32.00-
0000, 080.00-01-35.00-0000, 080.00-01-34.03-0000 and Bedford County Real Property
Code ("RPC") Numbers 15505110, 15505500, 17201200, 17201300, 17201400,
17201700, 17201800, 17202000,17205300, 17205400, 17205500, 17201900, 17204800
and 17305100(collectively the "Explore Park Parcels"); and
WHEREAS, the Bedford County Board of Supervisors and the Roanoke County
Board of Supervisors jointly adopted a resolution in December 2024 in which Bedford
County Joined Roanoke County in urging the General Assembly to adopt legislation
authorizing Roanoke County to acquire the Explore Park Parcels in both Roanoke County
and Bedford County from the VRFA; and
WHEREAS, in the joint resolution,the two boards agreed that(a)Roanoke County
will not seek a boundary line adjustment to incorporate the Explore Park Parcels located
in Bedford County, Virginia into the Roanoke County jurisdictional boundaries, (b)
Roanoke County will display sensitivity to future branding that will appropriately identify
portions of Explore Park's as being located in Bedford County, Virginia, and(c)absent an
agreement otherwise between the localities,that future development and all activities that
occur on the Explore Park Parcels located in Bedford County, Virginia shall adhere to
Bedford County's ordinances including, but not limited to, the collection and retention of
tax revenues; and
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WHEREAS,the City Council of Roanoke City also wishes to support the endeavors
of the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County in acquiring the Explore Park Parcels in
both Roanoke County and Bedford County; and
WHEREAS,Senator Chris Head has filed Senate Bill 796 and Delegate Will Davis
has filed House Bill 2321; and
WHEREAS, both of these bills authorize the VRFA to convey the Explore Park
Parcels to Roanoke County, and further authorize the VRFA to dissolve itself in the event
that it determines that the purposes for which it was formed have been substantially
satisfied; and
WHEREAS, representatives of both Roanoke County and Roanoke City have met
to discuss the future of Explore Park and the future role of the VRFA; and
WHEREAS,representatives of Roanoke City expressed desire for the VRFA to not
be dissolved upon the conveyance of the Explore Park Parcels to Roanoke County, and
Roanoke County does not object to Roanoke City's request; and
WHEREAS, representatives of both Roanoke County and Roanoke City agree that
if enabling legislation is adopted by the General Assembly, neither Roanoke County nor
the City of Roanoke will urge the dissolution of the VRFA upon the conveyance of the
Explore Park Parcels to Roanoke County, and that both localities will work cooperatively
with the Virginia General Assembly on modifications to the VRFA enabling legislation to
facilitate the ability of the VRFA to participate in future projects.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT JOINTLY RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia and the City Council of Roanoke City, Virginia, that the
governing bodies of each locality do each hereby respectfully urge the General Assembly
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to adopt Senate Bill 796 or House Bill 2321, thus authorizing the Virginia Recreational
Facilities Authority to convey the Explore Park Parcels to the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia.
On motion of Roanoke County Supervisor North to adopt the resolution; seconded
by Supervisor Mahoney and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Hooker, North, Mahoney, Radford
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Shepherd
A COPY TESTE:
. Caywood,
County Administrator/Clerk to the Roanoke County Board of
Supervisors
On motion of Roanoke City Council Member Volosin to adopt the resolution;
seconded by Council Member Nash, which carried by a vote 6-0,the resolution was
adopted.
A COPY TESTE: //ff dn C:
"Susie"McCo
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Clerk to the Roanoke City Council
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CC: Peter S. Lubeck, County Attorney
Susie McCoy, Clerk, Roanoke City Council
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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, JANUARY 28, 2025
RESOLUTION 012825-6 IN SUPPORT OF RENOVATION ALLIANCE'S
FUNDING APPLICATION TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE RURAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICE FOR A HOUSING
PRESERVATION GRANT
WHEREAS, Renovation Alliance is a non-profit organization working to preserve
affordable homeownership and to revitalize communities through the provision of critical
and necessary home repair services; and
WHEREAS, each year, Renovation Alliance provides free home repairs to
between 80 and 100 low-income homeowners with the help of more than 1,000
volunteers; and
WHEREAS, Renovation Alliance desires to apply for the 2024-2025 United
States Department of Agrigulture (USDA) Housing Preservation Grant and has
requested letters of support from localities in which it hopes to provide services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, as follows:
1. The County Administrator, Deputy County Administrator, or Assistant
County Administrator, is authorized to submit a letter of support on behalf
of the Board of Supervisors, urging the USDA to approve Renovation
Alliance's grant application.
2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Hooker to adopt the resolution; seconded by Supervisor
Radford and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
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AYES: Supervisors Hooker, North, Mahoney, Radford
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Shepherd
A COPY TESTS:
Richar . ywood, P.E.
Co y ministrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Peter S. Lubeck, County Attorney
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ACTION NO. 012825-7
ITEM NO. H.1
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: January 28, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Ordinance accepting and appropriating a donation from the
Friends of the Roanoke County Public Library in the amount
of $30,000 for use by the Roanoke County Library
Department
SUBMITTED BY: James L. Blanton
Director of Library Services
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Acceptance and appropriation of$30,000 received as a donation from the Friends of the
Roanoke County Public Library (Friends), and to recognize the Friends for its donation
to the Library's Summer Reading Program.
BACKGROUND:
The Friends of the Roanoke County Public Library is a non-profit fundraising group that
advocates and supports library reading programs for all ages, and promotes the value
of libraries. The Friends believe a strong public library is essential to the Roanoke
Valley, and have supported the Library's Summer Reading Program since the
organization formed in the early 1990s. The Library Department is requesting these
funds be accepted and appropriated for use by the Library Department for the Summer
Reading Program.
DISCUSSION:
The Library Department will use the funds to support the Library's Summer Reading
Program.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Funds in the amount of $30,000 are from the Friends of the Library for use by the
Library to support the Summer Reading Program. No County matching funds are
required.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the first reading of the attached ordinance and setting the
second reading for February 11, 2025.
VOTE:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and
scheduling the second reading for February 11, 2025. Supervisor Hooker seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ❑ ❑
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
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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, FEBRUARY 11, 2025
ORDINANCE ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN THE
AMOUNT OF $30,000 FROM THE FRIENDS OF THE ROANOKE
COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY FOR USE BY THE ROANOKE COUNTY
LIBRARY
WHEREAS, the Friends of the Roanoke County Public Library is a non-profit
fundraising group that advocates and supports library reading programs for all ages,
supporting the library's Summer Reading Program since the organization formed in the
early 1990s; and
WHEREAS, the Friends of the Roanoke County Public Library wishes to donate
$30,000 for use by the Library Department for the Summer Reading Program; 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 January 28, 2025, and
the second reading was held on February 11, 2025.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as
follows:
1. That the sum of $30,000 made available to the Roanoke County Public
Library is accepted and appropriated to the General Fund.
2. That this ordinance shall take effect from and after the date of adoption.
ACTION NO. 012825-8
ITEM NO. 1_1
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: January 28, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Confirmation of appointment to the Grievance Panel
SUBMITTED BY: Elijah Daly
Director of Human Resources
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Confirmation of appointments to the Grievance Panel
BACKGROUND:
Staff has recommended the appointment of
Tim Hubbard
Dana Martin
Barry Agnew
Lee Blair
Chelsea Lower
Rick Pevarski
George Anderson
to a three-year term to expire January 28th, 2028.
DISCUSSION:
It is the consensus of the Board to confirm these appointments.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this Board Report.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends confirmation of these appointments.
VOTE:
Supervisor Hooker moved to approve all appointments. Supervisor Mahoney seconded
the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Ms. Hooker El
Mr. North El El El
Mr. Mahoney 111
Ms. Shepherd ❑
Mr. Radford ® ❑ El
CC: Elijah Daly, Director of Human Resources
Tim Hubbard
Dana Martin
Barry Agnew
Lee Blair
Chelsea Lower
Rick Pevarski
George Anderson
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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, JANUARY 28, 2025
RESOLUTION 012825-9.a-e APPROVING AND CONCURRING IN
CERTAIN ITEMS SET FORTH ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
AGENDA FOR THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM J - CONSENT
AGENDA
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as
follows:
That the certain section of the agenda of the Board of Supervisors for January 28,
2025, designated as Item J - Consent Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred
in as to each item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1 through 5
inclusive, as follows:
1. Approval of minutes—January 14, 2025
2. The petition of April Joyce Hernandez Lemus to rezone approximately 12.61
acres from R-1, Low Density Residential District, to AR,
Agricultural/Residential District, located at 1807 Mayfield Drive, Vinton
Magisterial District. (First Reading and Request for Second Reading and
Public Hearing)
3. The petition of B2X Online, Inc., to obtain a special use permit to construct a
broadcasting tower approximately 80 feet tall on approximately 6.972 acres
of land zoned AR, Agricultural/ Residential District, located at 9731 Tinsley
Lane, Windsor Hills Magisterial District. (First Reading and Request for
Second Reading and Public Hearing)
4. Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of$6,000 from the
J. Spencer and Joy Frantz Donor Advised Fund of Community Foundation
Serving Western Virginia to Roanoke County Fire and Rescue.
5. Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of$24,000 to the
Sheriffs Office from the U. S. Department of Justice for the Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program.
On motion of Supervisor North to adopt all matters on the consent agenda;
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seconded by Supervisor Mahoney and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Hooker, North, Mahoney, Radford
NAYS: None
Absent: Supervi erd
A COPY TESTE:
Rich d L. Caywood, .E.
ounty Administrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Laurie Gearheart, Director of Finance and Management Services
Joshua Pegram, Finance
J. Eric Orange, Sheriff
C. Travis Griffith, Chief of Fire and Rescue
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ACTION NO. 012825-9.b
ITEM NO. J.2
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: January 28, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: The petition of April Joyce Hernandez Lemus to rezone
approximately 12.61 acres from R-1, Low Density
Residential District, to AR, Agricultural/Residential District,
located at 1807 Mayfield Drive, Vinton Magisterial District.
SUBMITTED BY: Philip Thompson
Director of Planning
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Consent agenda item for first reading of ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
The first reading of this ordinance is accomplished by adoption of this ordinance in the
manner of consent agenda items. The adoption of these items does not imply approval
of the substantive content of the requested zoning actions; rather, approval satisfies the
procedural requirements of the County Charter and schedules the required public
hearing and second reading of these ordinances. The second reading and public
hearing on this ordinance is scheduled for February 25, 2025.
The title of this ordinance is as follows:
The petition of April Joyce Hernandez Lemus to rezone approximately 12.61 acres from
R-1, Low Density Residential District, to AR, Agricultural/Residential District, located at
1807 Mayfield Drive, Vinton Magisterial District.
DISCUSSION:
There is no discussion on this item.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact on this agenda item.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends as follows:
. That the Board approve and adopt the first reading of this ordinance for the
purpose of scheduling the second reading and public hearing for February 25,
2025.
. That this section of the agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as
to each item separately, and that the Clerk is authorized and directed where
required by law to set forth upon any of said items the separate vote tabulation
for any such item pursuant to this action.
VOTE:
Supervisor North moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading and public hearing for February 25, 2025. Supervisor Mahoney
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Ms. Hooker ® ( ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ❑ ❑
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
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ACTION NO. 012825-9.c
ITEM NO. J.3
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: January 28, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: The petition of B2X Online, Inc., to obtain a special use
permit to construct a broadcasting tower approximately 80
feet tall on approximately 6.972 acres of land zoned AR,
Agricultural/ Residential District, located at 9731 Tinsley
Lane, Windsor Hills Magisterial District.
SUBMITTED BY: Philip Thompson
Director of Planning
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Consent agenda item for first reading of ordinance.
BACKGROUND:
The first reading of this ordinance is accomplished by adoption of this ordinance in the
manner of consent agenda items. The adoption of these items does not imply approval
of the substantive content of the requested zoning actions; rather, approval satisfies the
procedural requirements of the County Charter and schedules the required public
hearing and second reading of these ordinances. The second reading and public
hearing on this ordinance is scheduled for February 25, 2025.
The title of this ordinance is as follows:
The petition of B2X Online, Inc., to obtain a special use permit to construct a
broadcasting tower approximately 80 feet tall on approximately 6.972 acres of land
zoned AR, Agricultural/ Residential District, located at 9731 Tinsley Lane, Windsor Hills
Magisterial District.
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DISCUSSION:
There is no discussion on this item.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact on this agenda item.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends as follows:
. That the Board approve and adopt the first reading of this ordinance for the
purpose of scheduling the second reading and public hearing for February 25,
2025.
. That this section of the agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as
to each item separately, and that the Clerk is authorized and directed where
required by law to set forth upon any of said items the separate vote tabulation
for any such item pursuant to this action.
VOTE:
Supervisor North moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading and public hearing for February 25, 2025. Supervisor Mahoney
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ❑ ❑
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
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ACTION NO. 012825-9.d
ITEM NO. J_4
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: January 28, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of
$6,000 from the J. Spencer and Joy Frantz Donor Advised
Fund of Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia to
Roanoke County Fire and Rescue
SUBMITTED BY: C. Travis Griffith
Chief of Fire and Rescue
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Accept and allocate grant funds totaling $6,000 from the J. Spencer and Joy Frantz
Donor Advised Fund of Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia to Roanoke
County Fire and Rescue. The funds have been designated to be used at Hollins Station
#5, Fort Lewis Station #9, and Masons Cove Station #10 in even amounts of$2,000 per
station.
BACKGROUND:
The Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia has served the Roanoke Valley
and much of southwest Virginia for over 30 years. Currently, it administers and makes
grants from over 300 named endowment funds on behalf of the community. One of
those funds is the J. Spencer and Joy Frantz Donor Advised Fund.
DISCUSSION:
Community Foundation has awarded grant funds in the amount of $6,000 to Roanoke
County Fire and Rescue from the J. Spencer and Joy Frantz Donor Advised Fund. The
funds are designated to be used at Hollins Station #5, Fort Lewis Station #9, and
Masons Cove Station #10 in $2,000 increments. The Department will purchase
specialized fire and rescue equipment to be assigned to each of these three stations.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
The J. Spencer and Joy Frantz Donor Advised Fund will cover 100% of the cost of the
specialized fire and rescue equipment. No County match is required.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends accepting an allocating $6,000 to the Grant Fund for the purchase of
specialized fire and rescue equipment for the three stations.
VOTE:
Supervisor North moved to accept and allocate the grant funds. Supervisor Mahoney
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Ms. Hooker El
Mr. North El ❑
Mr. Mahoney •
® ❑
Ms. Shepherd ❑ �
Mr. Radford ® ❑ El
CC: Laurie Gearheart, Director of Finance and Management Services
Joshua Pegram, Finance
C. Travis Griffith, Chief of Fire and Rescue
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ACTION NO. 012825-9.e
ITEM NO. J_5
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: January 28, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of
$24,000 to the Sheriffs Office from the U. S. Department of
Justice for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Grant Program
SUBMITTED BY: Eric Orange
Sheriff
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Acceptance and allocation of a grant totaling $24,000 from the Department of Justice for
the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program.
BACKGROUND:
The U. S. Department of Justice administers and oversees the Edward Byrne Memorial
Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program. The JAG Program provides states,
territories, tribes, and local governments with critical funding necessary to support a
range of program areas including but not limited to: law enforcement, prevention and
education, corrections and reentry.
DISCUSSION:
The Roanoke County Sheriffs Office will use JAG funds to implement a bicycle safety
program aimed at promoting public safety and community engagement. The purpose of
this project is to provide community-based bicycle safety training, with deputies
delivering education on traffic laws, safe cycling practices, and proper use of bicycle
equipment. These efforts will help reduce accidents, encourage safer transportation
habits among cyclists of all ages, and build positive relationships between the
community and law enforcement. The funds will be used to purchase the necessary
equipment and provide the appropriate training.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Awarded federal funds total $24,000. No matching funds are required.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends acceptance and allocation of grant funds in the amount of$24,000 to
the Sheriffs Office for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant.
VOTE:
Supervisor North moved to accept and allocate the grant funds. Supervisor Mahoney
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Ms. Hooker 111
Mr. North 111
Mr. Mahoney
Ms. Shepherd EKI
Mr. Radford El
CC: Laurie Gearheart, Director of Finance and Management Services
Joshua Pegram, Finance
Eric Orange, Sheriff
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