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Invocation: Pastor Chris Buttery, Roanoke Seventh Day Adventist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE UNITED STATES FLAG
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the community is required to attend or participate in the invocation and such
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the Board.”
Roanoke County
Board of Supervisors
May 12, 2026
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Good afternoon and welcome to our meeting for May 12, 2026. Regular meetings are
held on the second and fourth Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. Public hearings are held at 6:00
p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Deviations from this schedule will be
announced. The meetings are broadcast live on RVTV, Channel 3, and will be
rebroadcast on Friday at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until 5 p.m. Board
of Supervisors meetings can also be viewed online through Roanoke County’s website
at www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov. Individuals who require assistance or special
arrangements to participate in or attend Board of Supervisors meetings should contact
the Clerk to the Board at (540) 772-2005 at least 48 hours in advance. Please turn all
cell phones off or place them on silent.
A. OPENING CEREMONIES
1. Roll Call
B. REQUESTS TO POSTPONE, ADD TO OR CHANGE THE ORDER OF AGENDA
ITEMS
C. PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS
1. Resolution congratulating Darin Witcher for winning his third consecutive state
wrestling championship. (Tammy Shepherd, Chair, Vinton Magisterial District)
2. Recognition of Library Staff for receiving the Virginia Public Library Directors
Association Outstanding Program for Young Adults Award. (Jim Blanton, Director
of Library Services)
D. NEW BUSINESS
1. Resolution approving the Roanoke Regional Cable Television Budget for Fiscal
Year 2026-2027. (Scott Ramsburg, Director, RVTV)
Roanoke County
Board of Supervisors
Agenda
May 12, 2026
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E.PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.Resolution approving the Secondary Six-Year Improvement Plan for fiscal years
2027 through 2032 and the Construction Priority List and Estimated Allocations
for fiscal year 2026. (Megan Cronise, Assistant Director of Planning)
2.Public hearing for citizen comments on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Operating Budget and the proposed Fiscal Year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement
Program. (Steve Elliott, Budget Administrator)
F.FIRST READINGS OF ORDINANCES
1.Ordinances to appropriate funds for:
(a)Fiscal year 2026-2027 operations budget and approval of the Step Plans and
Pay Bands for fiscal year 2026-2027 for the County of Roanoke, Virginia.
(Steve Elliott, Budget Administrator) (First Reading and Request for Second
Reading)
(b)Fiscal year 2026-2027 capital budget for the County of Roanoke, Virginia
(c)Fiscal year 2026-2027 for Roanoke County Public Schools Categories
2.Ordinance appropriating new funds in the amount of $1,509,502 to Roanoke
County Public Schools (RCPS) for a bonus from the Commonwealth of Virginia
and authorizing a Transfer of Funds between Categories within the RCPS Fiscal
Year 2025-2026 Budget. (Susan Peterson, Director of Finance, Roanoke County
Public schools) (First Reading and Request for Second Reading)
3.Ordinance authorizing employee bonuses totaling $1,503,009 funded from
reimbursements from the Commonwealth of Virginia and amending the General
Fund Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Revenues and Expenditures. (Laurie
Gearheart, Chief Financial Officer) (First Reading and Request for Second
Reading)
4.Ordinance authorizing the relocation of the Hollins District Precinct 206 polling
place pursuant to Virginia Code Section 24.2-306, 24.2-307, 24.2-310, and 24.2-
129.(Anna Cloeter, Registrar) (First Reading and Request for Second Reading
and Public Hearing)
5.Ordinance amending Chapter 21 (Taxation), Article I (In General), Article II
(Taxes on Tangible Personal Property), and Article III (Real Estate Taxes) of the
Roanoke County Code. (Kevin Hutchins, Roanoke County Treasurer) (First
Reading and Request for Second Reading)
6.Ordinance amending Articles II, III, and IV of the Roanoke County Zoning
Ordinance. (Philip Thompson, Director of Planning) (First Reading and Request
for Second Reading and Public Hearing)
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G. APPOINTMENTS
1. Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission
David F. Radford– Term Expires 6-30-2026
H. CONSENT AGENDA
ALL MATTERS LISTED UNDER THE CONSENT AGENDA ARE CONSIDERED BY
THE BOARD TO BE ROUTINE AND WILL BE ENACTED BY ONE RESOLUTION
IN THE FORM OR FORMS LISTED BELOW. IF DISCUSSION IS DESIRED, THAT
ITEM WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND WILL BE
CONSIDERED SEPARATELY
1. Approval of minutes – April 28, 2026
2. Ordinance amending the Code of the County of Roanoke by amending and re -
enacting Chapter 2 Administration, Article VIII – Disaster and Emergency
Management. (Second Reading)
3. Resolution requesting the U.S. Department of Transportation fund an application
to Implement the Roanoke County Safe Streets and Roads for All
Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.
4. Proclamation declaring May 15, 2026, Baur Beautification Day.
I. CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
This time has been set aside for Roanoke County citizens to address the Board on
matters of interest or concern. Roanoke County citizens are defined as current
residents of Roanoke County. While the Board desires to hear from all who desire to
speak, this agenda item is limited to a duration of 30 minutes. Each individual
speaker shall be afforded 3 minutes to speak.
J. REPORTS
1. Unappropriated Balance, Board Contingency and Capital Reserves Report
2. Outstanding Debt Report
K. REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
1. Phil C. North
2. Martha B. Hooker
3. Paul M. Mahoney
4. David R. Radford
5. Tammy E. Shepherd
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L. CLOSED MEETING
1. Section 2.2-3711(A)(5) of the Code of Virginia, for discussion concerning a
prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or
industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business’ or
industry’s interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community. The
Board will discuss potential business location or expansion in the five magisterial
districts.
M. CERTIFICATION RESOLUTION
N. ADJOURNMENT
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. C.1
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution congratulating Darin Witcher for winning his third
consecutive state wrestling championship
SUBMITTED BY: Rhonda Perdue
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
This time has been set aside to congratulate Darin Witcher for winning his third
consecutive State wrestling championship.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adoption of the resolution.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING DARIN WITCHER FOR WINNING HIS
THIRD CONSECUTIVE STATE WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP
WHEREAS, athletic achievements play an important role in student development
by building discipline, perseverance, and character both on and off the field of
competition; and
WHEREAS, this year, student-athlete Darin Witcher brought distinction to
Roanoke County and William Byrd High School by earning his third consecutive Virginia
High School League State Wrestling Championship, reflecting his dedication, talent, and
commitment to excellence; and
WHEREAS, Darin advanced to the championship match with a series of decisive
victories, including three early-round pins completed in 35 seconds, 1 minute and 33
seconds, and 54 seconds; and
WHEREAS, Darin concludes his high school wrestling career with an impressive
record of 128 wins and 17 losses, ranking third all-time in wins in the William Byrd
wrestling program, and compiling a 15-1 record in state tournament competition with 13
pins; and
WHEREAS, Darin’s accomplishments represent a historic milestone for William
Byrd High School and reflect the strength of athletics in Roanoke County, as he becomes
the first wrestler in program history to win three state championships and compete in four
state finals; and
WHEREAS, Darin has also demonstrated leadership beyond competition by
serving as a positive influence and role model to younger athletes, demonstrating
sportsmanship, dedication, and a work ethic that brings pride to his school and the
Roanoke County community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Roanoke County Board of
Supervisors hereby commends and congratulates Darin Witcher for his remarkable
accomplishments; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors extends its best
wishes to Darin for continued success in his future endeavors.
CONGRATULATING DARIN WITCHER FOR WINNING HIS THIRD
CONSECUTIVE STATE WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS,
WHEREAS,
athletic achievements play an important role in student development by building
discipline, perseverance, and character both on and off the field of competition; and
this year, student-athlete Darin Witcher brought distinction to Roanoke County and
William Byrd High School by earning his third consecutive Virginia High School
League State Wrestling Championship, reflecting his dedication, talent, and
commitment to excellence; and
Darin advanced to the championship match with a series of decisive victories,
including three early-round pins completed in 35 seconds, 1 minute and 33 seconds,
and 54 seconds; and
Darin concludes his high school wrestling career with an impressive record of 128
wins and 17 losses, ranking third all-time in wins in the William Byrd wrestling
program, and compiling a 15-1 record in state tournament competition with 13 pins;
and
Darin's accomplishments represent a historic milestone for William Byrd High School
and reflect the strength of athletics in Roanoke County, as he becomes the first
wrestler in program history to win three state championships and compete in four
state finals; and
Darin has also demonstrated leadership beyond competition by serving as a positive
influence and role model to younger athletes, demonstrating sportsmanship,
dedication, and a work ethic that brings pride to his school and the Roanoke County
community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors hereby commends and
congratulates Darin Witcher for his remarkable accomplishments; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors extends its best wishes to Darin for
continued success in his future endeavors.
Presented this 12th day of May 2026
Tammy E. Shepherd
David F. Radford
Martha B. Hooker
Phil C. North
Paul M. Mahoney
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. C.2
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Recognition of Library Staff for receiving the Virginia Public
Library Directors Association Outstanding Program for
Young Adults Award
SUBMITTED BY: James L. Blanton
Director of Library Services
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
The Library received the Outstanding Program for Young Adults Award from the Virginia
Public Library Directors Association.
BACKGROUND:
The Virginia Public Library Directors Association annually recognizes libraries for
excellence in a variety of service categories. Roanoke County Public Library was
recognized with the Outstanding Program for Young Adults Award for libraries serving a
population size of 50,000-200,000.
DISCUSSION:
The Library was recognized with the 2025 Virginia Public Library Directors Association
Outstanding Program for Young Adults Award for libraries serving a population size of
50,000-200,000. The recognition was for the Teen Drama Club at South County Library.
The Teen Drama Club, open to teens of all experience levels, was designed to
introduce participants to fundamentals of stage production, including acting techniques,
prop design, and costume creation. The program culminated in a performance of
selected children's stories for younger children and families. Teens learned new skills,
formed friendships, and experienced the joy of presenting their work to an audience.
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Children and families experienced an engaging storytime that brought books to life in a
new and memorable way.
The staff members recognized for leading this effort are Bayleigh Vidovich (Senior
Branch Librarian), Lindy Manuel (Teen Services Divisional Librarian), and Jennifer
Whitcomb (Youth Services Divisional Librarian).
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff requests to recognize the staff members who received the award for their excellent
work.
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. D.1
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution approving the Roanoke Regional Cable
Television Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
SUBMITTED BY: Scott Ramsburg
Director of Community Media
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Approval of the Roanoke Regional Cable Television budget for fiscal year 2026 -2027
BACKGROUND:
Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV) is a civic media resource serving Roanoke County,
Roanoke City, the Town of Vinton, and their respective school systems. RVTV was
created in 1993 and since that time has provided government and educational media
services for the three localities, and distributes video content via cablecast, live -stream,
social media and on-demand.
RVTV is governed by the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee, which
includes representatives from the County, the City, and the Town. Ms. Tammy
Shepherd represents the Board of Supervisors and Ms. Amy Whittaker represents
Roanoke County Administration. The operational budget for RVTV is provided by the
three local governments, with funding offset by Virginia Communications Sales and Use
Tax paid by telecommunications operators such as Cox Communications and
Shentel/GloFiber, as well as the EG fee paid by customers to each locality. RVTV staff
are included in the County's payroll and benefit system.
DISCUSSION:
Last year, Roanoke Valley Television produced 565 unique projects including 3,049
minutes (over 50 hours) of finished video for regional partners. RVTV also provides the
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Live Board Meeting signal for Web Streaming. Examples of media content produced for
Roanoke County this year include: "Roam RoCo" Public Information Series, "Out of the
Office" Podcast, Board in Brief Meeting Recaps, CTE Center Construction Progress
Tours, Economic Development Industry Insight Tour, Invested in the Valley Business
Features, a State of the County Live Stream, Recreation and Tourism Program
Highlights, General Services Instructional Videos, Public Safety Informational Videos,
Event PSA's, Public School Highlight Videos and other special communications
projects.
Completed media projects are uploaded to the RVTV website and social media sources.
Additionally, RVTV programming is posted to the websites and social media sources
for Roanoke County, Roanoke City, Town of Vinton and their School Systems.
The fiscal year 2026-2027 total Operating Budget is $648,671.
Roanoke County’s share is 45.82% and is based on a proportional share of the three
sponsoring jurisdictions, as defined by US Census population data.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Roanoke County's share of the cable budget for 2026-2027 is $297,221 which is an
increase of $9,762 over the contribution in the adopted 2025 -2026 budget. Roanoke
County's share as presented is included in the proposed fiscal year 2026 -2027
operating budget within the non-departmental section of the document.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
The Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee recommends approval of the
fiscal year 2026-2027 RVTV Operating Budget.
To: Roanoke Regional Cable Television Committee
Re: FY 2027 RVTV Operating Budget
From: Scott Ramsburg, Director
Date: 4/2/2026
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV) is a civic media resource serving the City of Roanoke, Roanoke County,
Town of Vinton, and their respective school systems. Since 1993, RVTV has provided government and
educational media services for the three localities, and distributes video content via cablecast, live-stream,
social media and on-demand.
RVTV is located at the Jefferson Center (541 Luck Ave. SW). The operational budget for RVTV is provided by
the three local governments, and it is funded through the Virginia Communications Sales and Use Tax
Revenue paid by telecommunications operators such as Cox Communications and Shentel/GloFiber, as well
as the EG fee paid by customers to each locality. Primary functions of RVTV are as follows:
• Government Meetings & Remote Live Coverage
In 2025, RVTV facilitated the recording, directing and live streaming of (84) government meetings including: (24)
Roanoke county Board meetings (49) Roanoke City Council Meetings and (11) special event social media event
live streams.
• Creative Media Production
RVTV produces original media content for the municipalities we serve. In 2025, RVTV carried out 565 unique
projects including 3,049 minutes (over 50 hours) of finished video.
• Short-form Video: Productions that are typically 30 seconds to 10 minutes in length, suitable for use on
social media and general public communications efforts.
• Graphic & Print Design: RVTV offers custom creation of digital graphics, and limited print production such
as postcards, flyers and brochures.
• Podcasts: RVTV offers a podcast studio for the use of our partners to record monthly content, which our staff
typically edits into 30-60 minute long productions.
• Archival Photo/Video/Drone & Event Documentation: Includes documentation of municipal events, as well
as the capture of file video, aerial drone video, and still photography for future use.
• Long-form Video: Productions that are typically 11 to 30 minutes in length. This may include recurring
programs (quarterly/monthly) or stand-alone long-form productions by request.
• Distribution - Live Stream 24/7 Video Feed
o RVTV Website www.RVTV.org/live
o Roku Devices – RVTV App (NEW IN 2026)
o Apple TV Devices – RVTV App (NEW IN 2026)
o Amazon Firestick Devices – RVTV App (NEW IN 2026)
o Cox Cable - Channel 3
o Comcast Cable – Channel 3
o Shentel/GloFiber Cable – Channel 7
• Social Media Distribution On Demand
o RVTV YouTube www.youtube.com/RoanokeValleyTV
o RVTV Facebook www.facebook.com/RoanokeValleyTelevision
o RVTV Instagram www.instagram.com/roanokevalleytelevision/ o RVTV X www.X.com/RoanokeValleyTV o RVTV LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/roanokevalleytv/
FISCAL IMPACT:
Since 2007 the Virginia Communications Sales and Use Tax Act of 2006 (Va. Code 58.1-645 et seq.) required
cable television providers to pay a five percent (5%) sales or use tax to the Commonwealth of Virginia in place
of paying franchise fees to the localities, including the City of Roanoke, County of Roanoke, and Town of
Vinton. Under the Act, the Commonwealth pays the amount of revenues it receives from cable television
providers, like Cox and Shentel/GloFiber, to the localities. Additionally, each locality passes an EG fee of $0.20
per subscriber to be used in support of PEG programming.
The operational budget for RVTV is provided by the three local governments, and it is funded through the
Virginia Communications Sales and Use Tax Revenue and EG fees communications providers. The RVTV
budget amount paid by each locality is based on US Census Population Data for each partner government.
Locality US Census Population (2024) Percentage
City of Roanoke 97,171 50.04%
Roanoke County (excl. Vinton) 88,980 45.82%
Town of Vinton 8,043 4.14%
FY 2027 Operating Revenues
Roanoke County is the fiscal agent for Roanoke Valley Television, and RVTV team members are included in
the County’s payroll and benefits system. Personnel expenses represent approximately 80% of our budget
and include any Cost of Living adjustments adopted by the Roanoke County Board of supervisors, as well as
insurance changes by the County’s group plans. This year County administrator’s budget proposes a 3% Cost
of Living adjustment for employees, as well as increases to the cost of health and insurance, some of which
are offset by a decrease to Virginia Retirement System expenses. Non-personnel expenses from RVTV’s
budget include small increases mainly in the area of technology and computer software, due to increases in
fees for vendor services. This finalized budget has been approved and recommended by the Roanoke Valley
Regional Cable Television Committee as of April 2, 2026.
Locality FY24 Budget FY25 Budget FY 26 Budget FY 27 Budget
City $297,033 $311,582 $313,933 $324,595
County $266,085 $282,991 $287,459 $297,221
Vinton $24,077 $25,614 $25,973 $26,855
From Surplus _$0_____ __ $0__ $0_____ $0_________
TOTAL $587,254 $620,187 $627,365 $648,671
Capital and Reserve Budgets – Projected for July 1, 2026
The Capital Budget is appropriated by Regional Cable Television Committee vote as needed, following the 10-year
capital plan laid out by RVTV’s director. Cable Grants represent capital and equipment funds provided through past
franchise agreements. The Operating Reserve is a rollover account representing unused funds from the Operating Budget
from previous years. Committee policies recommend a target balance of the operating reserve of 20%.
PROJECTED C817-9602 (Salem Cable TV Grant)……………………….. $21,892
PROJECTED C817-9603 (Cox Cable Capital Equipment Grant)…………..$534,349
PROJECTED C817-9604 (Operating Reserve)……………………………..$70,000
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
KPI #1 – Total Estimated Service Value
An estimate of the value of RVTV’s services based on current industry production rates in our market. Below are current
service values for projects completed within Calendar Year 2025.
• Creative Media Production
o Total Unique Projects = 565
o Total Finished Minutes of Video = 3049
o Value at Estimated $800 per finished minute = $2,439,200
• Live Meetings
o Total meetings, averaging 3 hours each
o Total live stream events = 84
o Value Estimated at $1,000 per meeting = $84,000
• Drone & Photography Services
o Total aerial photography shoots = 170
o Total still photography shoots = 8
o Value Estimated at $300 per hour event = $53,400
• Graphic Design & Animation Services
o Total unique projects = 11
o Value Estimated at $500 per project = $5,500
RESULTING VALUE = $2,570,900 (approximately 4x RVTV’s Operating Cost)
KPI #2 – Annual Satisfaction Survey
As a service department for our government partners and their dedicated communications staff, client satisfaction is one
of the most important measurements of our success. New in 2025, RVTV is implementing an annual survey each
December of any stakeholder who requested a project during the calendar year. Each performance measure will be rated
on a scale of 1-10, with the goal of 90% of responses rated at 9 or higher.
KPI#3 – Accessibility Through Demonstrated Growth in Reach
In addition to providing custom media content to our partners, RVTV continues to maintain public facing distribution
platforms. Our main focus will be growth in subscribers and viewership on YouTube, as well as RVTV’s self-hosted
content platforms including new capabilities for OTT streaming on Roku, Firestick and AppleTV. Our secondary focus
will be growth in subscribers on other social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram (Note that viewership
data on traditional cablecasts are not provided by service providers Cox, Comcast and Shentel).
COMMENTS OF SUPPORT FROM ROANOKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Roanoke County Public Schools relies heavily on Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV) to enhance our
communications efforts, and we are grateful for the support our local governments provide to RVTV. As a one-
person office, I turn to RVTV frequently to produce and share important messages with our 13,000+ students and
families, as well as our staff of more than 2200 teachers, administrators, bus drivers, nurses, aides, nutrition
associates and more.
In the past year alone, we have used RVTV for numerous long and short-form productions. Thanks in part to the
work of the entire staff of RVTV, our communications efforts have earned significant regional and statewide
recognition by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). Further, the Roanoke County School Board has
repeatedly expressed its appreciation to RVTV for their work on key annual projects such as our State of the
Schools presentation.
Our nationally award-winning Graduation Live program would not be possible without the pre-production work and
livestreaming support from RVTV, especially for graduation ceremonies at Glenvar High School.
I have 30+ years of experience in video production, and I can expertly attest to the superior quality of the work at
RVTV. Scott Ramsburg, Lacy Stinnett, Allen Francis, Trevor Fair and Preston Seaman are true professionals, and I
will put their work up against any advertising agency or video production house.
The investment in RVTV reaps benefits many times over. As the current chair of the Roanoke Valley Cable
Television Advisory Committee, I wholeheartedly recommend financially supporting RVTV and their work to provide
a vital service to the entire Roanoke Valley.
-Chuck Lionberger, Director of Community Relations for Roanoke County Public Schools
OTHER NOTEABLE STAKEHOLDER SURVEY COMMENTS
RVTV is simply amazing. The staff is very professional and I'd put their level of production on par with big city agencies
and production houses.
All I can say is WOW. It is such a pleasure to be able to work with RVTV in all aspects. Quality is top-notch and I can
always expect quick turnarounds. I appreciate all of the creativity, willingness to try new things, and how things have just
skyrocketed with quality.
You all provide a service that is professional, creative and engaging! We are very fortunate to be able to utilize your brain
power and equipment! Thank you for everything RVTV does for RCACP to find loving families for the homeless
animals of the Roanoke Valley!
The work was far beyond what I could have expected. The design is noticeable from afar without being too extreme and
it is bringing the right attention to the cause as we would hope. I would trust you to do this project again!
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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, MAY 12, 2026
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FY 2026-2027 BUDGET FOR
ROANOKE VALLEY REGIONAL CABLE TELEVISION
WHEREAS, Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV) is a civic media resource serving
Roanoke County, Roanoke City, the Town of Vinton, and their respective school
systems; and
WHEREAS, since its creation in 1993, RVTV has provided government and
educational media services for the three localities and distributes video content via
cablecast, live-stream, social media and on-demand; and
WHEREAS, RVTV is governed by the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television
Committee, which includes representatives from the County, the City, and the Town ;
and
WHEREAS, the operational budget for RVTV is provided by the three local
governments, with funding offset by Virginia Communications Sales and Use Tax paid
by telecommunications operators such as Cox Communications and Shentel/GloFiber,
as well as the EG fee paid by customers to each locality ; and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County is the fiscal agent for RVTV, and RVTV staff are
included in the County's payroll and benefit system ; and
WHEREAS, RVTV’s total Operating Budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 is
$648,671; and
WHEREAS, based on a proportional share of the three sponsoring jurisdictions
as defined by US Census population data, Roanoke County’s share is 45.82%, or
$297,221, an increase of $9,762 over the contribution in the adopted 2025 -2026 budget.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, that the Board approves the proposed RVTV budget for the fiscal year 2026-
2027, as today presented to the Board.
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. E.1
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution approving the Secondary Six-Year Improvement
Plan for fiscal years 2027 through 2032 and the Construction
Priority List and Estimated Allocations for fiscal year 2027
SUBMITTED BY: Megan G. Cronise
Assistant Director of Planning
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Discussion of the County's Secondary Road Six-Year Improvement Plan.
BACKGROUND:
Each year the Board of Supervisors approves the County's Secondary Road Six -Year
Improvement Plan (SSYP) and the construction priority list for the upcoming fiscal year.
The estimated allocation for the SSYP is $2,097,149 for fiscal years 2027 through 2032
with $344,212 allocated for fiscal year 2027.
DISCUSSION:
SSYP allocations for Roanoke County are typically designated through the following two
(2) funds:
1) TeleFee: Generated from telecommunications providers paying a Public Rights -
of-Way Use Fee.
2) District Grant - Unpaved: For paving VDOT-maintained unpaved roads with an
Annual Average Daily Traffic Volume (AADT) of 50 vehicle trips or more.
The SSYP is comprised of the following programs and components:
District Grant - Unpaved: Three (3) VDOT-maintained unpaved roads are currently
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programmed for paving:
Berganblick Lane: $200,000 is the project estimate and construction is anticipated this
year.
Boones Chapel Road: $400,000 is the project estimate and construction is anticipated
in FY 2029.
Honeysuckle Road (portion): $350,000 is the project estimate and construction is
anticipated in FY 2029.
Other Prioritized Projects: These projects are larger projects for existing secondary
roads. Five (5) projects are included and several have additional funding sources:
Dry Hollow Road: All SSYP funding in the amount of $930,217 has been allocated to
the project, which also has Revenue Sharing Program funding and a current estimate of
$7,433,802. VDOT is administering this project. It has been advertised for construction
and pending a successful award, construction is anticipated later this year.
Timberview Road Improvements: $500,000 is identified to scope and fund Timberview
Road improvements. Construction is anticipated in fiscal year 2028.
Hardy Road and Feather Road intersection improvements: $150,000 is included to
improve sight distance at and approaching the intersection. Construction is anticipated
in fiscal year 2030.
Countywide Unpaved Roads: There is no funding available in FY 2027 for a new
unpaved road project, although funding is allocated in future years that can be
designated for a new project.
Countywide Transportation Services: Approximately $60,000 is allocated in fiscal
year 2027 for services that include plan review, right -of-way engineering, preliminary
engineering and surveys, traffic services, safety projects, minor drainage improvements,
fertilization and seeding.
FISCAL IMPACT:
For the above projects that include Revenue Sharing Program funding, this funding has
been approved through previous actions by the Board of Supervisors. Taking action to
adopt the resolution approving the SSYP will have no fiscal impact on the County
budget, as this is VDOT funding designated for secondary road projects within Roanoke
County.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
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Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors hold a public hearing and adopt the
resolution approving the Secondary Road Six-Year Improvement Plan for fiscal years
2027 through 2032 and the construction priority list and estimated allocations for fiscal
year 2027.
Board of Supervisors Public Hearing
May 12, 2026
Secondary Road
Six-Year Improvement Plan
Fiscal Years 2027-2032
•Annual adoption process
•County receives between $300,000 and $350,000 per year for
projects on secondary roads (Route numbers 600 and higher)
•TeleFee: Generated from telecommunications providers paying a
Public Rights-of-Way Use Fee
•District Grant –Unpaved: For paving eligible VDOT-maintained
unpaved roads
•$344,212 is allocated for fiscal year 2027 for both programs.
•No new projects are proposed this year.
2
Secondary Six-Year Plan (SSYP)
#0 –Franklin Street
•Project to improve the existing
roadway wit h minor widening and
plant mix asphalt .
•Project estimate: $350,000
•Construction completed in December
2025
3
Before (March 2020)
After (December 2025)
4
•Project to improve safety by widening the roadway
under the railroad bridge near the intersection with
West River Road;the current project will reinforce
the roadway against the creek,slightly widen the
road and add signals to control traffic.
•November 2024: Community meeting held in to
explain the new project design and timeline.
•December 2025: Letters mailed to explain clearing
and traffic signal installation completed in
advance of the project.
•Total project funding: $7,433,802 (SSYP and
Revenue Sharing)
•Project is advertised for construction and is
anticipated to begin later this year
#1 –Dry Hollow Road
#2 –Berganblick Lane
•VDOT-maintained unpaved road
off of Old Mill Road to be paved
with a cul-de-sac constructed
•Total project funding: $200,000
•Construction is anticipated this
year
5
#3 –Timberview Road
•Improvements requested by residents
could include:
•Pavement and shoulder widening at critical
locations
•Lengthening certain drainage culverts
•Spot improvements
•Project estimate: $500,000
•Project scoping may begin in late
2026/early 2027 with construction
anticipated in fiscal year 2028
6
#4 –Boones Chapel Road
•VDOT-maintained unpaved road
to be paved with a cul-de-sac
constructed
•Total project funding: $400,000
•Construction is anticipated in
fiscal year 2029
7
#5 –Hardy Road at Feather Road Intersection
Improvements
•This location was identified in the
Safe Streets and Roads For All
study as a high crash
intersection. The project is
intended to improve sight
distance at and approaching
the intersection.
•Total project funding: $150,000
•Construction is anticipated in
fiscal year 2030
8
#6 –Honeysuckle Road
•VDOT-maintained unpaved road
to be paved for approximately 0.3
mile between Poor Mountain Road
and the driveway serving 7916
Honeysuckle Road.
•Total project funding: $350,000
•Construction is anticipated in fiscal
year 2029
9
Questions
10
Secondary System
Roanoke County
Fund FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2031 FY2032 Total
TeleFee $227,399 $227,399 $227,399 $227,399 $227,399 $227,399 $1,364,394
District Grant - Unpaved $116,813 $116,813 $116,813 $122,317 $122,317 $137,682 $732,755
Total $344,212 $344,212 $344,212 $349,716 $349,716 $365,081 $2,097,149
Construction Program
Estimated Allocations
Board Approval Date:
Residency Administrator
County Administrator
Date
Date
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District: Salem
County: Roanoke County
Board Approval Date:2027-28 through 2031-32
Route Road Name Estimated Cost Traffic Count
PPMS ID Project #Scope of Work
Accomplishment Description FHWA #
Type of Funds FROM Comments
Type of Project TO
Priority #Length Ad Date
0693
127238
State Forces/Hired
Equipment
0000.00
State forces/Hired equip
PE CN Only
Franklin Street
0693080963
Salem South City Limit
Int Route 1396
0.6
RTE 693 FRANKLIN ST PAVEMENT WEDGING
AND OVERLAY
PE
RW
CN
Total
$10,000
$0
$340,000
$350,000
12/8/2025
Reconstruction W/O Added Capacity
47004
0649
107309
RAAP Contract
REVSH
0001.00
Tier 1 - Road work w RW
(PE, RW, CN)
Dry Hollow Road
0649080R77
1.004 Miles North of Botts Hollow Road
0.005 Miles South of West River Road
0.1
Dry Hollow Road Safety Improvements
PE
RW
CN
Total
$1,516,715
$195,219
$4,652,392
$6,364,326
4/14/2026
Safety
47021
0759
117235
State Forces/Hired
Equipment
S
0002.00
State forces/Hired equip
PE CN Only
Berganblick Lane
0759080949
INT Route 752 (Old Mill Road)
End of State Maintenance
0.2
RTE 759 BERGANBLICK HARD SURFACE NON-
HARD SURFACED ROADWAY
PE
RW
CN
Total
$5,000
$0
$195,000
$200,000
4/1/2026
Reconstruction W/O Added Capacity
47004
1404
-26583
State Forces/Hired
Equipment
0003.00
State forces/Hired equip
PE CN Only
Timberview Road
1404080970
Int Route 863
End State Maintenance
3.7
Timberview Road spot widening and drainage
improvements
PE
RW
CN
Total
$10,000
$0
$490,000
$500,000
5/9/2028
Safety
47021
0614
-28048
State Forces/Hired
Equipment
0004.00
State forces/Hired equip
CN Only
Boones Chapel Road
0614080981
ESM
1 MI S Int Rt 615
0.6
Rt 614 Boones Chapel Rd Hard Surface Non-Hard
Surfaced Road
PE
RW
CN
Total
$0
$0
$400,000
$400,000
6/1/2029
Reconstruction W/O Added Capacity
17004
0634
-30507
State Forces/Hired
Equipment
0005.00
State forces/Hired equip
CN Only
Hardy Road
0634080987
Int Route 654, Feather Road
Int Route 654, Feather Road
0.0
FEATHER/HARDY INTERSECTION SIGHT
IMPROVEMENTS
PE
RW
CN
Total
$0
$0
$150,000
$150,000
Safety
24021
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District: Salem
County: Roanoke County
Board Approval Date:2027-28 through 2031-32
Route Road Name Estimated Cost Traffic Count
PPMS ID Project #Scope of Work
Accomplishment Description FHWA #
Type of Funds FROM Comments
Type of Project TO
Priority #Length Ad Date
0916
-30533
State Forces/Hired
Equipment
0006.00
State forces/Hired equip
CN Only
Honeysuckle Road
0916080989
Int Route 612
0.3 MI W Int Route 612
0.3
RTE. 916 HONEYSUCKLE HARD SURFACE
NON-HARD SURFACED ROADWAY
PE
RW
CN
Total
$0
$0
$350,000
$350,000
Resurfacing
17005
9999
128648
Not Applicable
9999.99
VARIOUS
SSYP080993
VARIOUS
VARIOUS
COUNTYWIDE - UNPAVED ROADS - ROANOKE
CO
PE
RW
CN
Total
$150,000
$100,000
$750,000
$1,000,000
7/1/2027
Other
16044
4007
126818
Not Applicable
9999.99
VARIOUS
SSYP080985
VARIOUS
VARIOUS
COUNTYWIDE - TRANSPORTATION SERVICES -
ROANOKE CO
PE
RW
CN
Total
$150,000
$100,000
$750,000
$1,000,000
7/1/2027
Other
16044
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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 MAY 12, 2026
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SECONDARY ROAD SIX-YEAR
IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR FISCAL YEARS 2027 THROUGH 2032 AND
THE CONSTRUCTION PRIORITY LIST AND ESTIMATED
ALLOCATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027
WHEREAS, Sections 33.2-331 of the Code of Virginia (1950, as amended)
provides the opportunity for Roanoke County to work with the Virginia Department of
Transportation in developing a Secondary Road Six-Year Improvement Plan; and
WHEREAS, this Board had previously agreed to assist in the preparation of the
Secondary Road Six-Year Improvement Plan, in accordance with Virginia Department of
Transportation policies and procedures; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing which was duly advertised on the proposed
Secondary Road Six-Year Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2032 and
Construction Priority List and Estimated Allocations for Fiscal Year 2027 was held on May
12, 2026, to receive comments and recommendations on Roanoke County’s Secondary
Road Six-Year Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2032 as well as the Construction
Priority List and Estimated Allocations for Fiscal Year 2027;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors does
hereby approve the Secondary Road Six-Year Improvement Plan for Roanoke County for
Fiscal Years 2027-2032;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors does also her eby
approve the Construction Priority List and Estimated Allocations for Fiscal Year 2027;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution duly attested to be
forthwith forwarded to the Virginia Department of Transportation Salem Residency Office
along with a duly attested copy of the propose d Roanoke County Secondary Road Six-
Year Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2032 by the Clerk to the Board.
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. E.2
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Public hearing for citizen comments on the proposed Fiscal
Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget and the proposed Fiscal
Year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Program
SUBMITTED BY: Laurie Gearheart
Chief Financial Officer
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Conduct a public hearing for citizen comment on the proposed fiscal year 2026 -2027
Operating Budget and the fiscal year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Program.
BACKGROUND:
State Code requires a public hearing to receive written and oral comments on the
proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 Operating Budget and the proposed fiscal year 2027 -
2036 Capital Improvement Program. This public hearing satisfies that requirement.
DISCUSSION:
This time has been set aside for a public hearing on the proposed annual budget for
fiscal year 2026-2027 and the fiscal year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Program. A
summary of the proposed budget was advertised in the Roanoke Times on May 5, 2026
as well as online in the Roanoke Rambler and in the Cardinal News.
Budget documents can be found on the Roanoke County website at
www.roanokecountyva.gov
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FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this public hearing.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends conducting the public hearing to satisfy State code requirements and
receive citizen comments on the proposed annual budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and
the fiscal year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement Program.
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ACTION NO.
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: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Ordinances to appropriate funds for: (a) Fiscal year 2026 -
2027 operations budget and approval of the Step Plans and
Pay Bands for fiscal year 2026-2027 for the County of
Roanoke, Virginia; and (b) Fiscal year 2026-2027 capital
budget for the County of Roanoke, Virginia; and (c) Fiscal
year 2026-2027 for Roanoke County Public Schools
Categories
SUBMITTED BY: Laurie Gearheart
Chief Financial Officer
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Conduct first reading of three ordinances to appropriate funds for fiscal year 2026 -2027
County of Roanoke operating and capital budgets, Roanoke County Public Schools
(RCPS) Categories, and approve the County of Roanoke Step Plans and Pay Bands for
fiscal year 2026-2027.
BACKGROUND:
The fiscal year 2026-2027 operating budget and the fiscal year 2027-2036 Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) were presented to the Board of Supervisors on March 24,
2026. These budgets reflect the tax rates adopted at the Board meeting held on April 7,
2026. The budget was advertised in local news sources on April 21, 2026 and May 5,
2026.
Public hearings on the budget were held on April 28, 2026 and May 12, 2026, to receive
written and oral comment from the public concerning the proposed fiscal year 2026 -
2027 operating budget and the proposed fiscal year 2027 -2036 Capital Improvement
Program.
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Attached for your approval are three budget appropriation ordinances for fiscal year
2026-2027 and the Step Plans and Pay Bands for fiscal year 2026 -2027. In order to
separate RCPS funding from County funding and more clearly distinguish the
appropriations of the Board of Supervisors, County staff has divided the appropriation
into three ordinances. Each ordinance will be voted on separately.
DISCUSSION:
The total County budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 is $693,171,651 which includes all
inter-fund and intra-fund transfers and all Schools categories. The County General
Government Fund totals $285.11 million and is appropriated as part of the County's
operations ordinance. The budget is recommended to be appropriated in three separate
budget ordinances.
(a) The first budget ordinance provides funding in the amount of $377,090,406 in fiscal
year 2026-2027 for the County’s operations budget. The ordinance also approves
the Step Plans and Pay Bands for fiscal year 2026-2027.
(b) The second budget ordinance provides funding in the amount of $15,077,110 in
fiscal year 2026-2027 for the County's capital budget including the first year of the
ten-year Capital Improvement Program.
(c) The third budget ordinance provides funding in the amount of $301,004,135 in
fiscal year 2026-2027 for Roanoke County Public Schools categories.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget appropriation ordinances provides funding
for County operations, transfers and capital budgets effective July 1, 2026.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the first reading of the three fiscal year 2026 -2027
budget appropriation ordinances. Staff also recommends approval of the attached Step
Plans and Pay Bands for fiscal year 2026 -2027 and scheduling the second reading of
the three (3) ordinances for May 26, 2026.
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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, MAY 26, 2026
ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
OPERATIONS BUDGET AND APPROVAL OF STEP PLANS AND PAY BANDS
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 FOR ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, upon notice duly published in newspapers, public hearings
were held on April 28, 2026 and May 12, 2026 concerning the adoption of the
annual budget for Roanoke County for fiscal year 2026-2027; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia,
approved said budget on May 26, 2026, pursuant to the provisions of Section 13.02
of the Roanoke County Charter and Chapter 25 of Title 15.2 of the 1950 Code of
Virginia, as amended; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this appropriation ordinance was held on
May 12, 2026, and the second reading of this ordinance was held on May 26, 2026,
pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, as follows:
1. That the following appropriations are hereby made from the respective
funds for the period beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027, for the
functions and purposes indicated:
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Appropriation
Amount
Revenues:
285,111,572$
173,263
4,293,374
10,520,499
Emergency Communications 7,126,829
5,415,000
15,932,195
1,234,411
Police E-Citation 60,000
Community Development Technology Fee 40,000
2,500
515,271
330,424,914
22,832,085
4,125,345
26,957,430
17,249,059
855,000
1,604,003
19,708,062
377,090,406$
Expenditures:
311,326$
1,339,771
233,769
437,350
889,844
1,587,331
4,799,391
1,248,682
2,079,502
16,358,709
1,545,402
1,617,102
22,849,397
Grants & Other Funds
Police Special Programs
Criminal Justice Academy
Internal Service Fund - Health Insurance
Internal Service Fund - Risk Management
Subtotal, General Fund
Internal Service Fund - Dental Insurance
Debt Service Fund - from County
Debt Service Fund - from Schools
Subtotal, Debt Service Fund
Total Revenue - County Operations Funds
Subtotal, Internal Service Funds
General Administration
General Government
Information Technology
Children's Services Act
General Fund - County:
County of Roanoke, Virginia
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
County Operations
First Reading May 12, 2026; Second Reading May 26, 2026
Public Works Projects
Recreation Fee Class
Fleet Service Center
General Government - County Operations:
Subtotal, Constitutional Officers
Constitutional Officers
Board of Supervisors
County Administration
Internal Auditor
Communications
Human Resources
County Attorney
Subtotal, General Administration
Commissioner of the Revenue
Commonwealth's Attorney
Sheriff's Office
Treasurer
Clerk of the Circuit Court
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Appropriation
Amount
335,904$
103,440
1,590
47,586
886,381
60,000
1,434,901
1,186,817
3,549,168
4,735,985
19,639,261
29,132,316
48,771,577
765,967
Development Services 4,320,328
Planning 2,543,471
11,332,388
18,962,154
6,556,308
836,128
17,826,316
5,426,770
145,391
1,082,975
31,873,888
3,591,542
10,501,332
4,466,399
3,095,645
521,638
50,000
712,779
22,939,335
Circuit Court
Judicial Administration
Management Services
Real Estate Valuation (Assessor)
Finance & Management Services
General District Court
Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court
Court Service Unit
Courthouse Maintenance
Subtotal, Judicial Administration
Magistrate
Social Services
Subtotal, Public Safety
Community Services
Economic Development
Subtotal, Management Services
Public Safety
Police
Fire & Rescue
General Services
Subtotal, Community Services
Human Services
Parks, Recreation, & Tourism
Public Health
Library
Elections (Registrar)
Subtotal, Human Services
Non-Departmental
Employee Benefits
Virginia Cooperative Extension
Transfer to Information Technology
Miscellaneous
Board Contingency
Subtotal, Non-Departmental
Contributions - Discretionary, Contractual, Dues & Memberships
General Government Expenditure Contingency
Transfer to Emergency Communications
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Appropriation
Amount
96,942,410$
22,117,014
(387,492)
3,734,000
3,679,000
2,154,003
Transfer to Criminal Justice Academy 332,746
173,263
128,744,944
285,111,572
Public Works Projects 173,263
Fleet Service Center 4,293,374
Information Technology 10,520,499
Emergency Communications 7,126,829
Recreation Fee Class 5,415,000
Children's Services Act 15,932,195
Grants & Other Funds 1,234,411
Police E-Citation 60,000
Community Development Technology Fee 40,000
Police Special Programs 2,500
Criminal Justice Academy 515,271
330,424,914
26,957,430
17,249,059
855,000
1,604,003
19,708,062
377,090,406$ Total Expenditures - All County Operations Funds
Total, General Fund - County Operations
Debt Service Fund
Internal Service Fund - Health Insurance
Internal Service Fund - Dental Insurance
Internal Service Fund - Risk Management
Total, Internal Service Funds
Total, General Government - County Operations
Transfers to Other Funds
Transfer to School Operating Fund
Transfer to County Capital
Transfer to Children's Services Act - County
Transfer to Internal Services - Risk Management
Transfer to Children's Services Act - Schools
Transfer to Debt Service - County & Schools
Transfer to Public Works Projects
Subtotal, Transfers to Other Funds
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2. That the County Administrator may authorize or delegate the
authorization of the transfer of any unencumbered balance or portion
thereof from one department to another.
3. That all funded outstanding operating encumbrances at June 30, 2026,
are re-appropriated to the 2026-2027 fiscal year to the same department
and account for which they are encumbered in the previous year.
4. That all General Government Fund unexpended appropriations and all
General Government revenues collected in excess of appropriated
revenues at the end of any fiscal year not lapse but shall be re-
appropriated and presented to the Board of Supervisors for allocation
based on guidance provided in Section 10-1 through 5 of the County of
Roanoke Comprehensive Financial Policy as approved by the Board of
Supervisors.
5. Account balances remaining in the Fee Class Fund collected by the
Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department will be allocated to accounts
as defined by the Fee Class Accounts Procedure.
6. Account balances remaining in Children’s Services Act (C111), Police
Confiscated Property (C120), Police Special Programs (C121), Forfeited
Asset Sharing (C122), Sheriff Confiscated Property (C123), Sheriff Jail
Fees (C124), Inventory Accounts (C125), Criminal Justice Academy
(C126), Police Training Facility (C127), Garage - Fleet Service Center
(C130), Grants (C135), Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund (C136),
Information Technology (C141), Emergency Communications (C142-
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C144), Fee Class (C150), Public Works Fund (C170), South Peak
Community Development Authority (C201), County Debt Fund (C310,
C320, C330, C340, C360, C365, C375), County Capital and Economic
Development Funds (C420, C421, C425, C428, C440, C445, C451,
C455, C475), County Trust Funds (C501, C502), Internal Service Funds
(C700, C705, C710), Special Welfare (C810), Regional Fire/Rescue
Training Center (C814), Commonwealth Fund (C815), and Economic
Development Authority (C818) funds will carry over 100% and be re-
appropriated to the individual funds.
7. That the Board of Supervisors anticipates receiving various grants,
donations, and other miscellaneous revenues. These anticipated funds
are appropriated to the Grants Fund for the various functions and
purposes as provided therein, and said appropriation shall be
acknowledged and allocated to the appropriate fund upon approval by
the Board of Supervisors on the Consent Agenda.
8. That the Board of Supervisors approves the County of Roanoke Step
Plans and Pay Bands. The Step Plans and Pay Bands included as part
of this ordinance is effective July 1, 2026. The County Administrator shall
implement the County Step Plans and Pay Bands pursuant to Board of
Supervisors Resolution 082515-1.
9. This ordinance shall take effect July 1, 2026.
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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, MAY 26, 2026
ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
CAPITAL BUDGET FOR ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, upon notice duly published in the newspaper, public hearings
were held on April 28, 2026 and May 12, 2026 concerning the adoption of the
annual budget for Roanoke County for fiscal year 2026-2027; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia,
approved said budget on May 26, 2026, pursuant to the provisions of Section 13.02
of the Roanoke County Charter and Chapter 25 of Title 15.2 of the 1950 Code of
Virginia, as amended; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this appropriation ordinance was held on
May 12, 2026 and the second reading of this ordinance was held on May 26, 2026,
pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, as follows:
1. That the following appropriations are hereby made from the respective
funds for the period beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027,
for the functions and purposes indicated:
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2. That the County Administrator may authorize or delegate the
authorization of the transfer of any unencumbered balance or portion
thereof from one project to another so as to provide for the completion
of a capital project.
3. That all funded outstanding capital encumbrances at June 30, 2026, are
re-appropriated to the 2026-2027 fiscal year to the same account for
which they are encumbered in the previous year.
4. That appropriations designated for capital projects will not lapse at the
end of the fiscal year but shall remain appropriated until the completion
of the project or until the Board of Supervisors, by appropriate action,
changes or eliminates the appropriation. Upon completion of a capital
Appropriation
Amount
Revenues:
10,315,345$
4,761,765
15,077,110$
Expenditures:
6,345,345$
FY 2027 Capital Year Budget - Buildings and Facilities 315,000
FY 2027 Capital Year Budget - Computer Infrastructure, Software and Hardware 2,315,000
FY 2027 Capital Year Budget - Capital Maintenance Programs and Recurring 2,930,074
FY 2027 Capital Year Budget - Transportation 586,691
FY 2027 Capital Year Budget - Speciality Equipment 1,885,000
8,031,765
700,000
15,077,110$ Total Expenditures - County Capital
County Capital:
FY 2027 Capital Fund supported by General Government Fund excluding General
Government Transfers to CIP & Fleet Replacement
Subtotal, FY 2027 Capital Year Budget
Total Revenue - County Capital
FY 2027 Fleet Replacement Budget
County of Roanoke, Virginia
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
County Capital
First Reading May 12, 2026; Second Reading May 26, 2026
County Capital:
Transfer from General Government Fund
County Unrestricted Cash (excl. Transfer from General Govt. Fund)
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project, staff is authorized to close out the project and transfer to the
funding source any remaining balances. This section applies to
appropriations for capital projects at June 30, 2026, and appropriations
in the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget.
5. That the Board of Supervisors anticipates receiving various grants,
donations, and other miscellaneous revenues. These anticipated funds
are appropriated to the Grants Fund for the various functions and
purposes as provided therein, and said appropriation shall be
acknowledged and allocated to the appropriate fund upon approval by
the Board of Supervisors on the Consent Agenda.
6. This ordinance shall take effect July 1, 2026.
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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, MAY 26, 2026
ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
ROANOKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CATEGORIES
WHEREAS, upon notice duly published in the newspaper, public hearings
were held on April 28, 2026 and May 12, 2026 concerning the adoption of the
annual budget for Roanoke County for fiscal year 2026-2027; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia,
approved said budget on May 26, 2026, pursuant to the provisions of Section 13.02
of the Roanoke County Charter and Chapter 25 of Title 15.2 of the 1950 Code of
Virginia, as amended; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this appropriation ordinance was held on
May 12, 2026, and the second reading of this ordinance was held on May 26, 2026,
pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, as follows:
1. That the following appropriations are hereby made from the respective
funds for the period beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027,
for the functions and purposes indicated:
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2. That the Non-Categorical Spending represents $33,352,915 for the
Schools Health Insurance Fund, $1,922,899 for the Schools Dental
Insurance Fund, $408,203 for the Schools Risk Management Fund,
$50,500 for the Schools Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust Fund,
and $6,059,303 in School Activity Funds.
3. That all funded outstanding categorical encumbrances at June 30, 2026,
are re-appropriated to the 2026-2027 fiscal year to the same category
for which they are encumbered in the previous year.
Appropriation
Amount
Revenues:
Schools Instruction 165,362,617$
Schools Administration, Attendance, and Health 9,577,240
Schools Pupil Transportation 10,660,176
Schools Operation and Maintenance 22,885,627
Schools Food Service and Other Noninstructional Operations 8,700,275
Schools Facilities 1,420,372
Schools Debt and Fund Transfers 19,671,845
Schools Technology 16,541,029
Schools Non-Categorical Spending 41,793,820
Schools Contingency Reserves 4,391,134
301,004,135$
Expenditures:
Schools Instruction 165,362,617$
Schools Administration, Attendance, and Health 9,577,240
Schools Pupil Transportation 10,660,176
Schools Operation and Maintenance 22,885,627
Schools Food Service and Other Noninstructional Operations 8,700,275
Schools Facilities 1,420,372
Schools Debt and Fund Transfers 19,671,845
Schools Technology 16,541,029
Schools Non-Categorical Spending 41,793,820
Schools Contingency Reserves 4,391,134
301,004,135$
County of Roanoke, Virginia
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Roanoke County Public Schools Categories
First Reading May 12, 2026; Second Reading May 26, 2026
Total Expenditures - Schools Categories
Total Revenue - Schools Categories
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4. That all appropriations unexpended and remaining at the end of this
fiscal year shall, pursuant to Section 22.1-100 of the Code of Virginia,
revert to the fund of the Board of Supervisors from which derived, with
the expectation that such funds will be re-appropriated back to Roanoke
County Public Schools for use the next year, in accordance with Section
10-6 of the County’s Comprehensive Financial Policy.
5. This ordinance shall take effect July 1, 2026.
Rank RECRUIT POLICE
OFFICER I
POLICE
OFFICER II
POLICE
OFFICER III
POLICE
OFFICER IV SERGEANT COMMANDER ASSISTANT
CHIEF
1 $52,090 $54,173 $59,471 $66,755 $75,867 $78,832 $94,783 $126,986
2 $52,090 $55,392 $59,471 $66,755 $75,867 $78,832 $94,783 $126,986
3 $52,090 $56,639 $59,471 $66,755 $75,867 $78,832 $94,783 $126,986
4 $52,090 $57,913 $60,809 $66,755 $75,867 $78,832 $94,783 $126,986
5 $52,090 $59,216 $62,177 $66,755 $75,867 $78,832 $94,783 $126,986
6 $52,090 $60,549 $63,576 $66,755 $75,867 $80,606 $94,783 $126,986
7 $52,090 $61,911 $65,006 $68,257 $75,867 $82,420 $94,783 $126,986
8 $52,090 $63,304 $66,469 $69,793 $75,867 $84,274 $96,915 $126,986
9 $52,090 $64,728 $67,964 $71,363 $75,867 $86,170 $99,096 $126,986
10 $52,090 $64,728 $68,814 $72,255 $75,867 $87,247 $100,335 $126,986
11 $52,090 $64,728 $69,674 $73,158 $76,815 $88,338 $101,589 $126,986
12 $52,090 $64,728 $70,545 $74,073 $77,776 $89,442 $102,859 $128,573
13 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $74,999 $78,748 $90,560 $104,144 $130,180
14 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $75,936 $79,732 $91,692 $105,446 $131,808
15 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $76,885 $80,729 $92,838 $106,764 $133,455
16 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $77,846 $81,738 $93,999 $108,099 $135,123
17 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $78,819 $82,759 $95,174 $109,450 $136,812
18 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $79,805 $83,794 $96,363 $110,818 $138,522
19 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $79,805 $84,842 $97,568 $112,204 $140,254
20 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $79,805 $85,902 $98,788 $113,606 $142,007
21 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $79,805 $86,976 $100,022 $115,026 $143,782
22 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $79,805 $88,063 $101,273 $116,464 $145,580
23 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $79,805 $89,164 $102,539 $117,920 $147,399
24 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $79,805 $90,278 $103,820 $119,394 $149,242
25 $52,090 $64,728 $71,427 $79,805 $91,407 $105,118 $120,886 $151,107
POLICE
PUBLIC SAFETY STEP PLANS
ATTACHMENT A
STEP PLANS AND PAY BANDS
Rank RECRUIT
FIREFIGHTER/
EMT
PARAMEDIC/
FIREFIGHTER
MASTER
PARAMEDIC/
FIREFIGHTER
LIEUTENANT CAPTAIN BATTALION
CHIEF
DEPUTY
CHIEF
1 $50,960 $52,998 $57,768 $63,417 $69,618 $80,006 $96,443 $123,586
2 $50,960 $54,191 $59,068 $63,417 $69,618 $80,006 $96,443 $123,586
3 $50,960 $55,410 $60,397 $63,417 $69,618 $80,006 $96,443 $123,586
4 $50,960 $56,657 $61,756 $64,844 $69,618 $80,006 $96,443 $123,586
5 $50,960 $57,932 $63,145 $66,303 $69,618 $80,006 $96,443 $123,586
6 $50,960 $59,235 $64,566 $67,794 $71,185 $80,006 $96,443 $123,586
7 $50,960 $60,568 $66,019 $69,320 $72,786 $80,006 $96,443 $123,586
8 $50,960 $61,931 $67,504 $70,880 $74,424 $80,006 $96,443 $123,586
9 $50,960 $63,324 $69,023 $72,474 $76,099 $81,806 $96,443 $123,586
10 $50,960 $63,324 $69,886 $73,380 $77,050 $82,828 $96,443 $123,586
11 $50,960 $63,324 $70,760 $74,298 $78,013 $83,864 $96,443 $123,586
12 $50,960 $63,324 $71,644 $75,226 $78,988 $84,912 $97,649 $123,586
13 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $76,167 $79,975 $85,973 $98,869 $123,586
14 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $77,119 $80,975 $87,048 $100,105 $125,131
15 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $78,083 $81,987 $88,136 $101,357 $126,695
16 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $79,059 $83,012 $89,238 $102,624 $128,279
17 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $80,047 $84,050 $90,353 $103,906 $129,882
18 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $81,048 $85,100 $91,483 $105,205 $131,506
19 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $82,061 $86,164 $92,626 $106,520 $133,150
20 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $83,087 $87,241 $93,784 $107,852 $134,814
21 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $84,125 $88,332 $94,956 $109,200 $136,499
22 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $85,177 $89,436 $96,143 $110,564 $138,206
23 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $86,242 $90,554 $97,345 $111,947 $139,933
24 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $87,320 $91,686 $98,562 $113,346 $141,682
25 $50,960 $63,324 $72,540 $88,411 $92,832 $99,794 $114,763 $143,453
FIRE & RESCUE
PUBLIC SAFETY STEP PLANS
Rank RECRUIT DEPUTY
SHERIFF I
DEPUTY
SHERIFF II
DEPUTY
SHERIFF III
DEPUTY
SHERIFF IV SERGEANT LIEUTENANT CAPTAIN LIEUTENANT
COLONEL
1 $49,830 $51,823 $54,415 $61,080 $67,052 $68,943 $77,487 $79,727 $99,659
2 $49,830 $52,989 $55,639 $61,080 $67,052 $68,943 $77,487 $81,521 $101,901
3 $49,830 $54,182 $56,891 $61,080 $67,052 $68,943 $77,487 $83,355 $104,194
4 $49,830 $55,401 $58,171 $61,080 $67,052 $68,943 $77,487 $85,231 $106,539
5 $49,830 $56,647 $59,480 $62,454 $67,052 $70,495 $77,487 $87,149 $108,936
6 $49,830 $57,922 $60,818 $63,859 $67,052 $72,081 $77,487 $89,109 $111,387
7 $49,830 $59,225 $62,187 $65,296 $68,561 $73,703 $79,230 $91,114 $113,893
8 $49,830 $60,558 $63,586 $66,765 $70,103 $75,361 $81,013 $93,164 $116,456
9 $49,830 $61,921 $65,016 $68,267 $71,681 $77,057 $82,836 $95,261 $119,076
10 $49,830 $62,695 $65,829 $69,121 $72,577 $78,020 $83,871 $96,451 $120,564
11 $49,830 $63,478 $66,652 $69,985 $73,484 $78,995 $84,919 $97,657 $122,071
12 $49,830 $63,478 $67,485 $70,860 $74,402 $79,982 $85,981 $98,878 $123,597
13 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $71,745 $75,332 $80,982 $87,055 $100,114 $125,142
14 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $72,642 $76,274 $81,995 $88,144 $101,365 $126,707
15 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $77,227 $83,020 $89,246 $102,632 $128,290
16 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $78,193 $84,057 $90,361 $103,915 $129,894
17 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $79,170 $85,108 $91,490 $105,214 $131,518
18 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $80,160 $86,172 $92,634 $106,529 $133,162
19 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $81,162 $87,249 $93,792 $107,861 $134,826
20 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $82,176 $88,340 $94,964 $109,209 $136,512
21 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $83,204 $89,444 $96,152 $110,574 $138,218
22 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $84,244 $90,562 $97,353 $111,956 $139,946
23 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $85,297 $91,694 $98,570 $113,356 $141,695
24 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $86,363 $92,840 $99,803 $114,773 $143,466
25 $49,830 $63,478 $68,329 $73,550 $87,442 $94,001 $101,050 $116,207 $145,260
SHERIFF
PUBLIC SAFETY STEP PLANS
Rank
COMMUNICATIONS
OFFICER I
COMMUNICATIONS
OFFICER II
TRAINING/
COMMUNICATIONS
OFFICER III
SUPERVISOR ECC MANAGER
1 $45,197 $50,621 $59,805 $68,177 $91,833
2 $46,214 $51,760 $59,805 $68,177 $91,833
3 $46,214 $52,925 $59,805 $68,177 $91,833
4 $46,214 $54,115 $61,150 $69,711 $91,833
5 $46,214 $55,333 $62,526 $71,280 $91,833
6 $46,214 $56,578 $63,933 $72,884 $91,833
7 $46,214 $57,851 $65,372 $74,524 $93,900
8 $46,214 $59,153 $66,842 $76,200 $96,012
9 $46,214 $60,484 $68,347 $77,915 $98,172
10 $46,214 $61,240 $69,201 $78,889 $99,400
11 $46,214 $62,005 $70,066 $79,875 $100,642
12 $46,214 $62,780 $70,942 $80,873 $101,900
13 $46,214 $63,565 $71,828 $81,884 $103,174
14 $46,214 $64,360 $72,726 $82,908 $104,464
15 $46,214 $65,164 $73,636 $83,944 $105,769
16 $46,214 $65,979 $74,556 $84,993 $107,092
17 $46,214 $66,803 $75,488 $86,056 $108,430
18 $46,214 $67,638 $76,432 $87,132 $109,786
19 $46,214 $68,484 $77,387 $88,221 $111,158
20 $46,214 $69,340 $78,354 $89,324 $112,547
21 $46,214 $70,207 $79,334 $90,440 $113,954
22 $46,214 $71,084 $80,326 $91,571 $115,379
23 $46,214 $71,973 $81,330 $92,715 $116,821
24 $46,214 $72,873 $82,346 $93,874 $118,281
25 $46,214 $73,783 $83,376 $95,047 $119,760
PUBLIC SAFETY STEP PLANS
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
DBM Min Midpoint Max Min Midpoint Max
A13 $15.8556 $19.3183 $22.7810 $32,980 $40,182 $47,384
B21 $18.3489 $22.3562 $26.3635 $38,166 $46,501 $54,836
B22 $20.8348 $25.3849 $29.9350 $43,336 $52,801 $62,265
B23 $23.3207 $28.4137 $33.5066 $48,507 $59,100 $69,694
B24 $26.4336 $32.2065 $37.9793 $54,982 $66,989 $78,997
B25 $30.1661 $36.7542 $43.3422 $62,745 $76,449 $90,152
B31 $26.4336 $32.2065 $37.9793 $54,982 $66,989 $78,997
B32 $30.1661 $36.7542 $43.3422 $62,745 $76,449 $90,152
C41 $30.6014 $40.1644 $49.7274 $63,651 $83,542 $103,433
C42 $32.8873 $43.1646 $53.4419 $68,406 $89,782 $111,159
C43 $35.1733 $46.1649 $57.1565 $73,160 $96,023 $118,886
C44 $38.0357 $49.9218 $61.8079 $79,114 $103,837 $128,560
C45 $41.4678 $54.4266 $67.3853 $86,253 $113,207 $140,161
C51 $38.0357 $49.9218 $61.8079 $79,114 $103,837 $128,560
C52 $41.4678 $54.4266 $67.3853 $86,253 $113,207 $140,161
D61 $44.3305 $58.1837 $72.0368 $92,207 $121,022 $149,837
D62 $46.6163 $61.1840 $75.7516 $96,962 $127,263 $157,563
D63 $48.9020 $64.1840 $79.4660 $101,716 $133,503 $165,289
E81 $58.0593 $76.2029 $94.3464 $120,763 $158,502 $196,241
E82 $60.3451 $79.2030 $98.0609 $125,518 $164,742 $203,967
E83 $62.6311 $82.2033 $101.7754 $130,273 $170,983 $211,693
F101 $71.7882 $94.2221 $116.6559 $149,319 $195,982 $242,644
F103 $76.3600 $100.2226 $124.0851 $158,829 $208,463 $258,097
Decision Band Method (DBM)
HOURLY ANNUAL
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ACTION NO.
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: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Ordinance Appropriating New Funds in the Amount of
$1,509,502 to Roanoke County Public Schools (RCPS) for a
Bonus from the Commonwealth of Virginia and Authorizing a
Transfer of Funds Between Categories Within the RCPS
Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
SUBMITTED BY: Laurie Gearheart
Chief Financial Officer
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Approval of an ordinance to allow the transfer of certain funds between categories
within the Roanoke County Public Schools 2025-2026 budget and to appropriate
$1,509,502 in new funding.
BACKGROUND:
During the April 16, 2026 Roanoke County Public Schools board meeting, school staff
discussed the Chapter 7, 2026 Acts of Assembly which provides funding for the state
share of a $1,500 bonus per employee for funded SOQ instructional and support
positions and this action was approved by the School Board. The School Board report is
attached.
DISCUSSION:
The County Board of Supervisors approves the School Board budget by categories.
The School Board will directly receive funds in the amount of $1,509,502 from the
Commonwealth of Virginia for an employee bonus, which funds have not yet been
appropriated to the Schools’ budget. The School Board requests that the Board approve
transfers of funds between budget categories as detailed out in the attached ordinance.
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In addition, it is requested to authorize any additional transfers and/or budget
adjustments required by Roanoke County Public Schools accounting procedures that
are necessary to accomplish this action.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The various categories will increase for a net total increase of $1,509,502 for
all categories.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approving the first reading of the ordinance and scheduling the
second reading for May 26, 2026.
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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, MAY 26, 2026
ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING NEW FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$1,509,502 TO ROANOKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND
AUTHORIZING ALL NECESSARY TRANSFERS WITHIN THE
ROANOKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ FY 2025-2026 CATEGORIES
WHEREAS, during the Roanoke County Public Schools (RCPS) April 16, 2026
board meeting, school staff discussed Chapter 7, 2026 Acts of Assembly which provides
funding for the state share of $1,500 bonus per employee for funded SOQ instructional
and support positions; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 22.1-115 of the Code of Virginia, the Board of
Supervisors approves the School Board’s budget by categories; and
WHEREAS, the School Board will directly receive funds in the amount of
$1,509,502 from the Commonwealth of Virginia for an employee bonus, which funds have
not yet been appropriated to the Schools’ budget; and
WHEREAS, the School Board has requested that the Board additionally approve
transfers of funds between budget categories; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on May 12, 2026, and the
second reading was held on May 26, 2026.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as
follows:
1. The Board appropriates total funds in the amount of $1,509,502 to the
following categories:
a. Instruction in the amount of $870,578
b. Administration, attendance, and health in the amount of $106,589
c. Pupil Transportation in the amount of $346,610
d. Operation and maintenance in the amount of $122,740
e. Facilities in the amount of $3,230
f. Technology in the amount of $59,755
2. The Board authorizes any additional transfers and / or budget adjustments
required by Roanoke County Public Schools accounting procedures
necessary to accomplish this action.
3. That this ordinance shall take effect from and after the date of adoption.
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. F.3
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING EMPLOYEE BONUSES
TOTALING $1,503,009 FUNDED FROM
REIMBURSEMENTS FROM THE COMMONWEALTH OF
VIRGINIA AND AMENDING THE GENERAL FUND FISCAL
YEAR 2026 OPERATING REVENUES AND
EXPENDITURES
SUBMITTED BY: Laurie Gearheart
Chief Financial Officer
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Authorize a one-time bonus for all eligible employees with funding in the amount
$276,000 from the Commonwealth of Virginia and $1,227,009 from the General Fund
and amending the General Fund Fiscal Year 2026 budget.
BACKGROUND:
The 2026 General Assembly Session approved a one-time bonus for constitutional
officers and their employees and employees of local departments of social services.
The Board of Supervisors has agreed to accept the funding from the Commonwealth of
Virginia and pass this one time bonus to Compensation Board and Social Service
employees.
DISCUSSION:
The 2.0 percent bonus for constitutional officers and their employees is calculated
based on the Compensation Board-funded salary as of June 1, 2026. Additionally, it is
proposed that all other full-time County employees receive the same 2.0 percent of
salary bonus, and that part-time County employees meeting the requirement below
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receive a $250 bonus.
County employees qualifying for the bonus are further defined as full-time and part-time
employees who are in active pay status at the time the bonus is paid. Part-time
employees that will be eligible for the bonus are those who have worked at least an
average of 15 hours per week between the dates of January 1st and April 24th. In
addition they must be approved by the Department of Human Resources. Part -time
employees who have not worked an average of 15 hours or more in the aforementioned
time frame and members of boards and commissions are not eligible for the bonus.
Section 15.2-1508 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, authorizes the governing body
of any city, county, or town to pay a monetary bonus. The payment of the bonus must
be authorized by ordinance. The County is given flexibility by the Commonwealth of
Virginia to make the payment between June 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026. Staff
recommends making the payment on June 18, 2026.
Funding for the bonus will come from both the Commonwealth of Virginia and County of
Roanoke revenues. Staff recommends that the fiscal year 2026 budget be amended in
the amount of $1,503,009 to operating revenue and expenditures of the general fund to
provide a bonus to County employees.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The estimated cost to provide a bonus to all employees is approximately $1,503,009.
The fiscal year 2025-2026 general fund budget will be amended to recognize an
additional $276,000 of revenue from the Commonwealth of Virginia along with an
additional $1,227,009 in Public Service Corporation taxes. This will allow for the
increase in the personnel budget to provide the bonus. The bonus will be paid on June
18, 2026, and will be an expense of FY2026. Any necessary transfers and/or budget
adjustments required by Roanoke County accounting procedures necessary to
accomplish this action will be authorized by this ordinance.
Funding provided by the Virginia Compensation Board does not represent base salary
funding, and consequently is in addition to and does not supplant local salary
supplements or any recent local salary increases. Like all funding for salaries and
expenses in constitutional offices, Roanoke County will be responsible for paying these
expenses, and the Compensation Board will reimburse the majority of the actual
expenses.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the first reading of the ordinance and setting the second
reading for May 26, 2026.
Estimated
Employees
on June 1
General Fund Impact
of 2.0% Bonus for
All Full-Time
employees
General Fund Impact
of $250 Bonus for
Regular Part-Time
Employees
Total General Fund
Impact
Estimated Cost of payment:
Amount
Full-time 973 1,358,200$ -$ 1,358,200$
Part-time 152 - 38,000 38,000
Benefits
FICA Full-time 103,902 - 103,902
FICA Part-time - 2,907 2,907
Total 1,462,102$ 40,907$ 1,503,009$
Estimated Funds available for payment:
Commonwealth of Virginia 276,000$ -$ 276,000$
General Fund 1,186,102 40,907 1,227,009
Total 1,462,102$ 40,907$ 1,503,009$
County of Roanoke
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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, MAY 26, 2026
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING EMPLOYEE BONUSES TOTALING
$1,503,009 FUNDED FROM REIMBURSEMENTS FROM THE
COMMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA AND AMENDING THE GENERAL
FUND FISCAL YEAR 2026 OPERATING REVENUES AND
EXPENDITURES
WHEREAS, the 2026 General Assembly approved a one-time bonus for
constitutional officers and their employees calculated at 2.0 percent of the
Compensation Board-funded salary as of June 1, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the 2026 General Assembly added a one-time bonus of 2.0 percent
of base salary for full-time employees of local departments of social services; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has agreed to accept the funding from the
Compensation Board and Department of Social Services and pass this one-time bonus
to eligible positions; and
WHEREAS, it has further been proposed that all other full-time County
employees receive the same 2.0 percent of salary bonus, and that part-time County
employees who have worked an average of 15 hours or more from January 1, 2026
through April 24, 2026 receive a $250 bonus; and
WHEREAS, it is recommended that the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget be amended to
recognize an additional $276,000 of revenue from the Commonwealth of Virginia along
with an additional $1,227,009 in Public Service Corporation taxes which will allow for
the increase in the personnel budget to provide the bonus to County employees; and
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WHEREAS, Section 15.2-1508 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, authorizes
the governing body of any locality to pay monetary bonuses to its officers and
employees, and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance is being held on May 12, 2026; and
the second reading is scheduled for May 26, 2026 with payment of the bonus on the
June 18, 2026 paycheck.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. The Board appropriates funds in the amount of $1,227,009 from Public
Service Corporation tax revenue, for the payment of employee bonuses as
set forth in paragraph three (3) below and amends the Roanoke County
Fiscal Year 2026 budget accordingly.
2. The Board appropriates $276,000 from the Commonwealth of Virginia for
the payment of employee bonuses as set forth in paragraph three (3)
below, and in accordance with procedures promulgated by the
Commonwealth of Virginia and amends the Roanoke County Fiscal Year
2026 budget accordingly.
3. The County Administrator is hereby authorized to pay a bonus to all
employees as follows:
a. All full-time employees shall receive a bonus equal to 2.0 percent of
their annual salary as of June 1, 2026 and all regular part-time
employees shall receive a $250 bonus.
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4. County employees qualifying for the bonus are further defined as full-time
and regular part-time employees who are in active pay status at the time
the bonus is paid. Part-time employees are those who have worked an
average of 15 hours from January 1, 2026 through April 24, 2026 and
recommended by their respective department director and approved by
the Director of Human Resources. Part-time employees who do not meet
the above requirements and members of boards and commissions are not
eligible for the bonus.
5. The Board authorizes any additional transfers and / or budget adjustments
required by Roanoke County accounting procedures necessary to
accomplish the actions authorized by this ordinance.
6. This ordinance shall take effect immediately upon approval at the second
reading.
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. F.4
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Ordinance authorizing the relocation of the Hollins District
Precinct 206 polling place pursuant to Virginia Code
Sections 24.2-306, 24.2-307, 24.2-310, and 24.2-129
SUBMITTED BY: Anna Cloeter
General Registrar and Director of Elections
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
The current polling place for Hollins Precinct 206 is the Hollins Library. Due to planned
construction in 2026 at the Hollins Library, it is necessary to relocate the polling place
from the Hollins Library.
BACKGROUND:
Virginia Code § 24.2-306, § 24.2-307, and § 24.2-310 authorize the governing body of
each county to establish the polling place for each precinct in that jurisdiction by
ordinance. Virginia Code § 24.2-129 imposes additional requirements upon the
governing body prior to relocating a polling place.
DISCUSSION:
The current polling place for Hollins Precinct 206 is the Hollins Library. There is planned
construction scheduled to begin at the Hollins Library in 2026, which is expected to
conclude in 2027. Election officials have determined that the citizens would be better
served with the temporary relocation of the Hollins District Precinct 206 polling place to
North Roanoke Baptist Church, located at 6402 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, Virginia
24019. Leaders at the North Roanoke Baptist Church have shared that the ch urch
agrees to serve as the temporary polling place for Hollins Precinct 206 during
construction at the Hollins Library. An ordinance is needed from the Board of
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Supervisors to effectuate this temporary change in polling place.
The Board of Supervisors previously approved an ordinance relocating the Hollins
District Precinct 206 polling place to North Roanoke Baptist Church on February 24,
2026 (Ordinance 022426-4.c). However, the Virginia Department of Elections rendered
this ordinance inadequate due to the need for a formal public comment period pursuant
to Virginia Code § 24.2-129. Additionally, the North Roanoke Baptist Church had a
scheduling conflict and was unable to serve as the Hollins District Precinct 206 polling
place for the April 21, 2026 election.
To comply with all applicable Virginia Code sections, Roanoke County has published on
its official website the proposed polling place change and general notice of opportunity
for public comment on the proposed polling place change. Roanoke County will hold
this open public comment period from April 10, 2026 to May 26, 2026. Additionally, at
the Board of Supervisor’s second reading of this matter on May 26, 2026, the Board of
Supervisors will hold a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed
polling place change. If the Board of Supervisors approves the ordinance effectuating
the polling place change, Roanoke County will publish notice that the polling place
change will take effect in 30 days pursuant to Virginia Code Section 24.2 -129(C).
FISCAL IMPACT:
To comply with Virginia Code § 24.2-306, this matter was noticed by publication in the
Cardinal News, and the County provided funds for that notice. There will also be costs
associated with notices that must be sent by mail to registered voters impacted by this
proposed polling place change.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors approve the first reading of this
ordinance and schedule a second reading and public hearing for May 26, 2026.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE RELOCATION OF THE HOLLINS DISTRICT
PRECINCT 206 POLLING PLACE PURSUANT TO VIRGINIA CODE SECTIONS 24.2-
306, 24.2-307, 24.2-310, AND 24.2-129
WHEREAS, Virginia Code § 24.2-306, § 24.2-307, and § 24.2-310 authorize the
governing body of each county to establish the polling place for each precinct in that
jurisdiction by ordinance; and
WHEREAS, Virginia Code § 24.2-129 imposes additional requirements upon the
governing body prior to relocating a polling place; and
WHEREAS, the current polling place for Hollins District Precinct 206 is the Hollins
Library; and
WHEREAS, there is planned construction scheduled to begin at the Hollins Library
in 2026, which is expected to conclude in 2027; and
WHEREAS, election officials have determined that the citizens would be better
served by temporarily relocating the Hollins District Precinct 206 polling place during
construction at the Hollins Library to North Roanoke Baptist Church, located at 6402
Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, Virginia 24019; and
WHEREAS, leaders of North Roanoke Baptist Church have shared with Roanoke
County staff that North Roanoke Baptist Church may be used as the temporary polling
place for Hollins District Precinct 206 during construction at the Hollins Library; and
WHEREAS, in order to comply with Virginia Code § 24.2-306, this matter was
noticed by publication in the Cardinal News on May 11, 2026 and May 18, 2026; and
WHEREAS, in order to comply with Virginia Code § 24.2-129, Roanoke County
has published on its official website the proposed polling place change and general notice
of opportunity for public comment on the proposed polling place change, and Roanoke
County will hold this open public comment period from April 10, 2026 to May 26, 2026;
and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on May 12, 2026, and the
second reading and a public hearing to receive public comment on the proposed polling
place change was held on May 26, 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. The Hollins District Precinct 206 polling place shall be temporarily relocated
from the Hollins Library located at 6624 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke,
Virginia 24019 to North Roanoke Baptist Church located at 6402 Peters
Creek Road, Roanoke, Virginia 24019.
2. Once construction at the Hollins Library is complete, the polling place for
Hollins District Precinct 206 will return to its original location at the Hollins
Library located at 6624 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, Virginia 24019.
3. The General Registrar for the County of Roanoke, Virginia, is hereby
authorized to take all measures necessary to comply with Virginia law and
regulations regarding a change in polling place and for reasonable
notification to the voters of this change in their polling location.
4. The County Administrator, Deputy County Administrator, Assistant County
Administrator, and the General Registrar are hereby authorized and
directed to take such other actions as may be necessary to accomplish the
intent of this ordinance.
5. This ordinance shall take effect from and after the date of adoption, and the
polling place change shall take effect pursuant to applicable Virginia law .
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. F.5
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 21 (TAXATION),
ARTICLE I (IN GENERAL), ARTICLE II (TAXES ON
TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY), AND ARTICLE III
(REAL ESTATE TAXES) OF THE ROANOKE COUNTY
CODE
SUBMITTED BY: Kevin Hutchins
Treasurer
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
The Roanoke County Treasurer has proposed certain changes to Article I, Article II, and
Article III of Chapter 21 (Taxation) of the Roanoke County Code.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
The Roanoke County Code currently does not provide for the provision of administrative
fees to cover the cost of collecting delinquent personal property taxes authorized by
Virginia Code § 58.1-3958. It is proposed that a new Section 21 -10 be added to Chapter
21, Article I of the Roanoke County Code to provide for the provision of a $30 delinquent
administrative fee to cover the cost of collecting delinquent personal property taxes
which are ninety (90) or more days delinquent.
The Roanoke County code currently provides for a ten (10) percent penalty for late
payments of personal property taxes and real estate taxes. It is proposed that Section
21-18 and Section 21-37 be amended to allow for a tiered penalty approach for late
payment of personal property taxes and real estate taxes. The proposal is to set a 3%
penalty for payment of taxes within sixty (60) days of the due date, and to set a 10%
penalty for payment of taxes thereafter. The amendments are authorized by Virginia
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Code § 58.1-3916.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Implementing the proposed Roanoke County Code changes involves no cost to
Roanoke County. Staff projects that the new delinquent administrative fee will generate
$390,000 in annual revenue, while the tiered late payment penalty is expected to reduce
annual revenue by $330,000.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the first reading and scheduling the second reading of
the ordinance for May 26, 2026.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 21 (TAXATION), ARTICLE I (IN GENERAL),
ARTICLE II (TAXES ON TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY), AND ARTICLE III
(REAL ESTATE TAXES) OF THE ROANOKE COUNTY CODE
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Treasurer has proposed certain changes to
Article I, Article II, and Article III of Chapter 21 (Taxation) of the Roanoke County Code;
and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Code currently does not provide for the provision
of administrative fees to cover the cost of collecting delinquent personal property taxes
authorized by Virginia Code § 58.1-3958; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Treasurer has proposed that a new Section 21 -
10 be added to Chapter 21, Article I of the Roanoke County Code to provide for the
provision of a thirty dollar ($30) delinquent administrative fee to cover the cost of collecting
delinquent personal property taxes which are ninety (90) or more days delinquent; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Code currently provides for a ten (10) percent
penalty for late payments of personal property taxes and real estate taxes; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Treasurer has proposed that Section 21 -18 and
Section 21-37 of the Roanoke County Code be amended to allow for a tiered penalty
approach for late payment of personal property taxes and real estate taxes, specifically
to set a three percent (3%) penalty for payment of taxes within sixty (60) days of the due
date, and to set a ten percent (10%) penalty for payment of taxes thereafter, both of which
comply with Virginia Code § 58.1-3916; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on May 12, 2026, and the
second reading was held on May 26, 2026.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Roanoke County Board of
Supervisors that Chapter 21 (Taxation), Article I (In General), Article II (Taxes on Tangible
Personal Property), and Article III (Real Estate Taxes) of the Roanoke County Code be
amended as follows, said amendments to become effective immediately:
Sec. 21-10. Delinquent administrative fees to cover cost of collecting delinquent personal
property taxes.
(a) In addition to all penalties and interest, there is hereby imposed an
administrative fee of thirty dollars ($30) to cover collection actions on all
delinquent personal property tax bills which are ninety (90) or more days
delinquent.
(b) Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Treasurer, or his or her designee, may
reduce or eliminate the administrative fee imposed by this section upon a
determination that the delinquency was not attributable to the fault of the
taxpayer or that good cause exists.
Sec. 21-18. Penalty and interest on delinquencies.
(a) Any person who shall fail to pay any tangible personal property tax when the same is
due shall be assessed and shall pay, along with such tax, a penalty calculated as follows:
(i) three (3) percent of the amount of such unpaid taxes if paid within the first sixty (60)
days after the due date or by August 1 of the current year, whichever occurs later; and
(ii) ten (10) percent of the amount of such unpaid taxes if paid on or after the sixty-first
(61st) day after the due date.
(b) In the event any tax on tangible personal property is not paid on or before the date the
same is due, interest at the rate of ten (10) percent per annum, commencing on July 1
or the first day of the month after the due date, whichever is later, of the year for which
such tax was assessed, shall be assessed and collected on the principal of and penalties
on such tax; provided, however that, for the second and subsequent years of
delinquency, such interest shall be at the rate established pursuant to Section 6621 of
the U.S. Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, or at the rate of ten (10) percent
per annum, whichever is greater.
Sec. 21-37. Penalty and interest on delinquencies.
(a) Any person who shall fail to pay any installment of real estate taxes when the same is
due shall be assessed and shall pay, along with such taxes, a penalty calculated as
follows:
1. For the first installment,
i. three (3) percent of the amount of such unpaid taxes if paid on or
before the earlier of (a) sixty (60) days after the due date or (b) July
31 of the current year; and
ii. ten (10) percent of the amount of such unpaid taxes or ten dollars
($10.00), whichever is greater, if paid thereafter.
2. For the second installment,
i. three (3) percent of the amount of such unpaid taxes if paid on or
before the earlier of (a) sixty (60) days after the due date or (b)
January 31 of the following year; and
ii. ten (10) percent of the amount of such unpaid taxes or ten dollars
($10.00), whichever is greater, if paid thereafter.
(b) In the event any installment of taxes on real estate is not paid on or before the date the
same is due, interest at the rate of ten (10) percent per annum, commencing on January first
of the next year following that for which such taxes were assessed, shall be assessed and
collected on the principal of and penalties on such taxes; provided, however, that, for the
second and subsequent years of delinquency, such interest shall be at the rate established
pursuant to Section 6621 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, or at the
rate of ten (10) percent per annum, whichever is greater.
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. F.6
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEM: Ordinance amending Articles II, III, and IV of the Roanoke
County Zoning Ordinance
SUBMITTED BY: Philip Thompson
Director of Planning
APPROVED BY: Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
ISSUE:
First reading of an ordinance to amend the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance
regarding community scale solar energy systems, utility scale solar energy systems,
multi-family dwellings, cluster subdivisions, and commercial kennels.
BACKGROUND:
As part of its work plan for 2026, the Planning Commission has an on-going process to
review, evaluate, and develop appropriate amendments to the County's Zoning
Ordinance. These amendments generally: correct inconsistencies; clarify issues or
standards; add or amend definitions and uses; add or amend uses within certain zoning
districts; develop or amend standards for existing or new uses; and create or revise
development standards dealing with landscaping, parking, signage, lighting, or other
development regulations. These amendments are typically developed over several
months (usually 6 months) before going through the public hearing and adoption
process. This is the first process of two amendment processes proposed for 2026.
DISCUSSION:
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed amendments to the
Zoning Ordinance on May 5, 2026. The proposed amendments would: add definitions
for community scale solar energy system and utility scale solar energy system, and
amend the definition for major utility services in Sec. 30-29 (Use Types; Generally) in
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Article II (Definitions and Use Types); amend Article III (District Regulations) by adding
community scale solar energy system and utility scale solar energy system as a special
use in AG-3, Agricultural/Rural Preserve District, AG-1, Agricultural/Rural Low Density
District, AR, Agricultural/Residential District, I-1, Low Intensity Industrial District, and I-2,
High Intensity Industrial District; and amend and/or add use and design standards for
multi-family dwelling, single family dwelling, attached and detached (cluster subdivision
option), community scale solar energy system and utility scale solar energy system, and
commercial kennel in Article IV (Use and Design Standards).
No citizens spoke during the public hearing. The Planning Commission had a general
discussion on the proposed amendments and made some minor tweaks to the zoning
ordinance amendments. The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the
Zoning Ordinance amendments.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact on this agenda item.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors approve the first reading of an
ordinance to amend the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance and schedule the second
reading of the ordinance and public hearing for the Board's May 26, 2026, meeting.
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ARTICLE II – DEFINITIONS AND USE TYPES
SEC. 30-29. USE TYPES; GENERALLY.
Sec. 30-29-3. Civic Use Types.
Solar energy system, community scale: A ground mounted solar energy system that
connects to a distribution or transmission network which has the capacity to produce five
megawatts or less.
Solar energy system, utility scale: A ground mounted solar energy system that connects to
a distribution or transmission network which has the capacity to produce more than five
megawatts.
Utility services, major: Services of a regional nature which normally entail the
construction of new buildings or structures such as generating plants and sources, electrical
switching facilities and stations or substations, community waste water treatment plants, and
similar facilities. Included in this definition are also electric, gas, and other utility transmission
lines of a regional nature which are not otherwise reviewed and approved by the Virginia State
Corporation Commission. Solar energy systems (community scale and utility scale) are not
included in this definition.
ARTICLE III – DISTRICT REGULATIONS
SEC. 30-32. AG-3 AGRICULTURAL/RURAL PRESERVE DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-32-2. Permitted Uses.
(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
3. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
SEC. 30-33. AG-1 AGRICULTURAL/RURAL LOW DENSITY DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-33-2. Permitted Uses.
(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
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3. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
SEC. 30-34. AR AGRICULTURAL/RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-34-2. Permitted Uses.
(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
2. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
SEC. 30-61. I-1 LOW INTENSITY INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-61-2. Permitted Uses.
(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
1. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
12. Commercial Uses
23. Industrial Uses
34. Miscellaneous Uses
SEC. 30-62. I-2 HIGH INTENSITY INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-62-2. Permitted Uses.
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(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
1. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
ARTICLE IV – USE AND DESIGN STANDARDS
SEC. 30-82. RESIDENTIAL USES.
Sec. 30-82-11. Multi-family Dwelling.
(F) General standards in the C-1 and C-2 districts, independent of the general standards
above:
2. The multi-family use may account for up to fifty (50) percent of the gross floor
area on the a project site. A special use permit shall be required if the multi-family
use accounts for more than fifty (50) percent of the gross floor area on the a
project site. A project site may include multiple parcels, including multiple
owners, as part of an overall development plan or project.
3. In the study areas of the 419 Town Center Plan, the Hollins Center Plan, and the
Oak Grove Center Plan, the multi-family use may account for up to seventy-five
(75) eighty (80) percent of the gross floor area on the a project site. A special use
permit shall be required if the multi-family use accounts for more than seventy-
five (75) eighty (80) percent of the gross floor area on the a project site. A project
site may include multiple parcels, including multiple owners, as part of an overall
development plan or project.
Sec. 30-82-13.1. Single Family Dwelling, Attached and Detached (Cluster Subdivision
Option).
(D) Lot and setback requirements.
1. There shall be no minimum lot area, maximum building coverage, or setback
requirements, however, the normal front, rear, and side yard setback requirements
must be maintained adjacent to any lot, or portion thereof, or existing public street
right-of-way not within the proposed cluster development.
SEC. 30-83. CIVIC USES.
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Sec. 30-83-10.5. Solar Energy System, Community Scale and Solar Energy System, Utility
Scale.
(A) Intent: The intent of this section is provide for and regulate the siting, development,
construction, installation, operation, maintenance, modification, and decommissioning of
solar energy systems and facilities in a manner that promotes the development of
renewable energy sources and economic development, while protecting the scenic and
natural beauty of Roanoke County and agricultural, forestall, residential, commercial,
industrial, historical, cultural, and recreational resources and uses. Solar energy systems
should be located in areas where the adverse impact on the surrounding community is
minimal. Applicants for solar energy systems are encouraged to locate, design, and
configure them in a way that minimizes their adverse visual impact, and makes them
compatible with surrounding land uses, to the extent possible.
These standards shall be used by applicants as a guide when selecting sites for solar
energy systems. In addition, the County staff, Planning Commission and Board of
Supervisors shall use these standards, the Roanoke County comprehensive plan, and the
special use permit criteria found in section 30-19 as a guide for evaluating any future
requests for solar energy systems.
(B) General standards:
1. Minimum Lot Size Requirements.
a. Community Scale Solar Energy Systems: 5 Acres
b. Utility Scale Solar Energy Systems: 20 Acres
2. Setback Requirements. The minimum setback shall be 50 feet from all property
lines.
3. Buffer Requirements. Type E screening and buffering consistent with section 30-
92 of this ordinance shall be required, unless specifically modified as a part of the
approved special use permit.
4. Height. Ground-mounted solar energy panels, equipment or components shall not
exceed a height of fifteen (15) feet, which shall be measured from the highest
natural grade below each solar panel to the highest point of the panel at its tallest
position. The height may be increased by the Planning Commission and Board of
Supervisors during the special use permit process. This height limit shall not
apply to utility poles and the interconnection to the overhead electric utility grid
that meet state corporation commission requirements. Buildings associated with
the solar energy system shall comply with the height requirements for the zoning
district.
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5. Security. The solar energy system shall be enclosed with security fencing not less
than six feet in height and shall be secured with gates. Fencing shall be installed
on the interior of any required buffer.
6. Soil and Vegetation Management. Wherever possible, topsoil should remain
undisturbed. Disturbed topsoil shall remain on site to be used to support the
growth of ground cover. Ground cover shall consist of native grasses and
pollinator species.
7. Visual Impact. All solar energy systems and facilities shall be designed and
operated to prevent the direction of concentrated solar radiation or glare onto
neighboring property, public roads or other areas accessible to the public.
Panel components shall be UL and anti-reflective.
8. Third Party Consultants. The County may retain qualified third-party consultants
to review portions of the site plan and to inspect the constructed facility as to any
matters that may be outside County representatives’ area of expertise. The
reasonable out-of-pocket costs incurred by the County for such review by
qualified third-party consultants shall be paid by the applicant. The third-party
reviewers and the estimated costs will be submitted to the applicant for approval
before the costs are incurred. The County may, in the alternative, accept reports of
such review by qualified third-party consultants selected, retained, and paid by the
applicant.
9. Decommissioning.
a. The site development plan for a solar energy system shall include a
detailed decommissioning plan that provides the following:
i. Procedures and requirements for removal of all solar energy
infrastructure, equipment, facilities, or devices of the solar energy
generation facility and its various structures and foundations at the
end of the useful life of the facility or if it is deemed abandoned.
ii. Provisions for the restoration and regeneration of soil and
vegetation with a description of pre-construction and desired post-
construction conditions including productivity goals for
agricultural viability.
iii. The anticipated life of the facility.
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iv. The estimated overall cost of decommissioning the facility in
current dollars and the methodology for determining such estimate,
and;
v. The way the facility will be decommissioned including a plan for
the disposal of each component material type above and below
ground.
b. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the solar energy system, the
applicant shall submit to the zoning administrator an itemized cost
estimate of the work to be done to completely remove the entire solar
energy system and restore the site to its original condition.
c. The applicant shall submit a bond, irrevocable letter of credit, or other
appropriate surety acceptable to the County in the amount of the itemized
cost estimate approved by the zoning administrator. An updated itemized
cost estimate along with an updated bond, irrevocable letter of credit, or
other appropriate surety acceptable to the County shall be submitted and
approved every five (5) years to reflect cost increases to remove the entire
solar energy system and restore the site to its original condition.
d. During decommissioning of the site, the applicant will ensure the bond,
irrevocable letter of credit, or other surety shall remain in full force and
effect until the County has inspected the site and verified that the solar
energy system has been removed and the site restored to its original
condition, at which time the County shall promptly release the bond,
irrevocable letter of credit, or other surety. The County will inspect the
site within 60 days of decommissioning.
e. After commercial operation has commenced, if operation ceases for 365
days consecutively, the County may notify the facility owner by certified
mail and request information regarding the status of recommencing
commercial operation. If an attempt to notify the facility operator via
certified mail is unsuccessful, then notice may be posted on the property
and the facility owner shall be deemed to have received lawful notice
invoking the provisions of this condition. The facility owner shall send a
response within 90 days of receipt of such notice providing information
regarding the status of operations and an estimated timeline for
recommencing commercial operations. If the facility owner fails to
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respond to the request, or if the County deems the provided timetable for
recommencing commercial operations to be unreasonable, the County may
hold a hearing before the Board of Supervisors following notice pursuant
to Virginia Code § 15.2-2204. The Board of Supervisors may determine
whether to allow the permit to remain, impose additional conditions
regarding the timing of the commencement of commercial operations, or
to revoke the permit and require decommissioning of the solar energy
facility in compliance with the decommissioning plan established for the
facility.
10. Application Requirements. In addition to any special use permit application
requirements, the applicant shall provide the following at the time of application:
a. A project summary, including, to the extent available:
i. a general description of the project, including the general location
of the project.
ii. a description of the applicant, project owner and operator,
including their respective business structures; including the names,
addresses, and phone numbers of the applicants, owners and
operators, and all property owners;
iii. total name plate generating capacity of the solar energy system
facility; typical equipment manufacturers of key equipment
(modules, inverters, racking system); and
iv. the maximum height of the solar modules.
b. A preliminary site plan for the installation of the solar energy facility
showing the planned location of each of the primary structures, property
lines (including identification of adjoining properties), setback lines,
public access roads, substation(s), electrical cabling from the solar
modules to the substation’s ancillary equipment, transmission lines,
layout of all structures within the geographical boundaries of any
applicable setback, landscaping requirements, and a Stormwater
Pollution Prevention Plan.
c. Documentation showing consent to construct from all surface property
owners on which the solar energy facility is located.
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d. A visual impact analysis demonstrating through project siting and
proposed mitigation, if necessary, that the solar project minimizes
impacts on surrounding properties, including properties that are at a
higher elevation than the solar project, and on the visual character of a
scenic landscape, vista, or scenic corridor;
e. A transportation plan showing vehicular access to the site, proposed
construction traffic route to the site, parking areas, and laydown yards;
f. An estimated time frame and proposed hours of operation for
construction activity;
g. An environmental resource impact analysis;
h. A historical and cultural resources impact analysis;
i. A Decommissioning Plan;
i. Written comments from the relevant electric company regarding
the capacity of the distribution or transmission lines as part of any
special use permit application. An applicant may meet this
requirement by submitting a third-party report that provides
relevant distribution or transmission capacity information; and
ii. Any other information required by Roanoke County as part of its
zoning regulations, including all studies, reports, certifications, and
approvals demonstrating compliance with the provisions of all
applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
SEC. 30-85. COMMERCIAL USES.
Sec. 30-85-18. Kennel, Commercial.
(B) Additional standards in the AG-3, AG-1, AR and AV districts:
2. All facilities associated directly with the commercial kennel, whether indoors or
outdoors, shall be set back a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from any
property line. All outdoor runs, outdoor training areas and outdoor pens
associated with a commercial kennel shall be set back a minimum of one
hundred (100) feet from any property line. The zoning administrator may allow a
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reduction in the 100-foot setback. It shall be the applicant's responsibility to
provide documentation in support of such a reduction. The zoning administrator
may request additional materials as necessary. In making such determinations, the
zoning administrator shall consider factors including, but not limited to, (a)
topography on site and on adjacent properties, (b) existing vegetation on site, (c)
planting of additional landscaping, (d) size and scope of the proposed kennel
operation, and (e) surrounding land uses.
(BC) Additional standards in the AG-3, AG-1, AR and AV districts:
2. All facilities associated directly with the commercial kennel, whether indoors or
outdoors, shall be set back a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from any
property line. All outdoor runs, outdoor training areas and outdoor pens
associated with a commercial kennel shall be set back a minimum of one
hundred (100) feet from any property line. The 100-foot setback may be reduced
by the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors during the special use
permit process.
(CD) Additional standards in the C-2 district:
1. All outdoor runs, outdoor training areas and outdoor pens associated with a
commercial kennel shall be set back a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from
any property line. The zoning administrator may allow a reduction in the 100-foot
setback. It shall be the applicant's responsibility to provide documentation in
support of such a reduction. The zoning administrator may request additional
materials as necessary. In making such determinations, the zoning administrator
shall consider factors including, but not limited to, (a) topography on site and on
adjacent properties, (b) existing vegetation on site, (c) planting of additional
landscaping, (d) size and scope of the proposed kennel operation, and (e)
surrounding land uses.
Zoning Ordinance
Amendments
Board of Supervisors Meeting
May 12, 2026
Overview2
•Amendments to three (3) of the five (5) Articles of the Zoning Ordinance.
•As part of its work plan for 2026, the Planning Commission has an on-going
process to review, evaluate, and develop appropriate amendments to the
County's Zoning Ordinance. These amendments are typically developed
over several months (usually 6 months) before going through the public
hearing and adoption process. This is the first process of two amendment
processes proposed for 2026.
•These amendments generally: correct inconsistencies; clarify issues or
standards; add or amend definitions and uses; add or amend uses within
certain zoning districts; develop or amend standards for existing or new
uses; and create or revise development standards dealing with
landscaping, parking, signage, lighting, or other development regulations.
Article II – Definitions &
Use Types
Draft Amendments
Use Types
•Amended Use Type Definition:
•Utility Services, Major
•New Use Type Definition:
• Solar Energy System, Community Scale – 5 MW or less
•Solar Energy System, Utility Scale – More than 5 MW
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Article III – District
Regulations
Solar Energy Systems – Community
Scale & Utility Scale
Draft Amendments
•Allowed only by Special Use Permit in the following Zoning
Districts:
•AG-3, Agricultural/Rural Preserve District
•AG-1, Agricultural/Rural Low Density District
•AR, Agricultural/Residential District
•I-1, Low Intensity Industrial District
•I-2, High Intensity Industrial District
Article IV – Use & Design
Standards
Draft Amendments
Use & Design Standards
•Amending Standards:
•Multi-Family Dwelling
•Single Family Dwelling, Attached and Detached (Cluster Subdivision Option)
•Commercial Kennel
•New Standards:
• Solar Energy System, Community Scale and Solar Energy System, Utility Scale
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Sec. 30-82-11. Multi-family Dwelling.
(F) General standards in the C-1 and C-2 districts, independent of the general standards above:
2. The multi-family use may account for up to fifty (50) percent of the gross floor area on the a project site. A special use permit shall be required if the multi- family use accounts for more than fifty (50) percent of the gross floor area on the a project site. A project site may include multiple parcels, including multiple owners, as part of an overall development plan or project.
3. In the study areas of the 419 Town Center Plan, the Hollins Center Plan, and the Oak Grove Center Plan, the multi-family use may account for up to seventy- five (75) eighty (80) percent of the gross floor area on the a project site. A special use permit shall be required if the multi-family use accounts for more than seventy-five (75) eighty (80) percent of the gross floor area on the a project site. A project site may include multiple parcels, including multiple owners, as part of an overall development plan or project.
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Sec. 30-82-13.1. Single Family Dwelling, Attached and Detached (Cluster Subdivision Option).
(D) Lot and setback requirements.
1. There shall be no minimum lot area, maximum building coverage,
or setback requirements, however, the normal front, rear, and
side yard setback requirements must be maintained adjacent to
any lot, or portion thereof, or existing public street right-of-way not
within the proposed cluster development.
Draft Amendments
Solar Energy Systems – Community Scale & Utility Scale
•Intent
•General standards
•Minimum Lot Size
•Setback Requirements
•Buffer Requirements
•Height
•Security
•Soil & Vegetation Management
•Visual Impact
•Third Party Consultants
•Decommissioning
•Application requirements
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Sec. 30-85-18. Kennel, Commercial.
(B) Additional standards in the AG-3, AG-1, AR and AV districts:
2.All facilities associated directly with the commercial kennel, whether indoors or outdoors, shall be set back a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from any property line. All outdoor runs, outdoor training areas and outdoor pens associated with a commercial kennel shall be set back a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from any property line. The zoning administrator may allow a reduction in the 100-foot setback. It shall be the applicant's responsibility to provide documentation in support of such a reduction. The zoning administrator may request additional materials as necessary. In making such determinations, the zoning administrator shall consider factors including, but not limited to, (a) topography on site and on adjacent properties, (b) existing vegetation on site, (c) planting of additional landscaping, (d) size and scope of the proposed kennel operation, and (e) surrounding land uses.
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(BC) Additional standards in the AG-3, AG-1, AR and AV districts:
2.All facilities associated directly with the commercial kennel,
whether indoors or outdoors, shall be set back a minimum of one
hundred (100) feet from any property line. All outdoor runs, outdoor
training areas and outdoor pens associated with a commercial kennel
shall be set back a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from any
property line. The 100-foot setback may be reduced by the Planning
Commission and Board of Supervisors during the special use permit
process.
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(CD) Additional standards in the C-2 district:
1. All outdoor runs, outdoor training areas and outdoor pens
associated with a commercial kennel shall be set back a minimum of
one hundred (100) feet from any property line. The zoning administrator
may allow a reduction in the 100-foot setback. It shall be the
applicant's responsibility to provide documentation in support of such a
reduction. The zoning administrator may request additional materials as
necessary. In making such determinations, the zoning administrator shall
consider factors including, but not limited to, (a) topography on site and
on adjacent properties, (b) existing vegetation on site, (c) planting of
additional landscaping, (d) size and scope of the proposed kennel
operation, and (e) surrounding land uses.
Planning Commission15
Public Hearing – May 5, 2026
•No citizens spoke.
•Planning Commission had a general discussion on the proposed
amendments and made some minor tweaks to the amendments.
•Planning Commission recommends approval of the proposed
Zoning Ordinance amendments.
Questions?
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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, MAY 26, 2026
ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLES II, III, AND IV OF THE
ROANOKE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE
WHEREAS, as part of its work plan for 2026, the Planning Commission has an on-going
process to review, evaluate, and develop appropriate amendments to the County's Zoning
Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, these amendments generally correct inconsistencies, clarify issues or
standards, add or amend definitions and uses, add or amend uses within certain zoning districts,
develop or amend standards for existing or new uses, and create or revise development standards
dealing with landscaping, parking, signage, lighting, or other development regulations; and
WHEREAS, these amendments are typically developed over several months before going
through the public hearing and adoption process; and
WHEREAS, County staff have identified several proposed amendments to the Roanoke
County Zoning Ordinance in consultation with the Roanoke County Planning Commission which
would: add definitions for community scale solar energy system and utility scale solar energy
system, and amend the definition for major utility services in Sec. 30-29 (Use Types; Generally)
in Article II (Definitions and Use Types); amend Article III (District Regulations) by adding
community scale solar energy system and utility scale solar energy system as a special use in AG-
3 (Agricultural/Rural Preserve) District, AG-1 (Agricultural/Rural Low Density) District, AR
(Agricultural/Residential) District, I-1 (Low Intensity Industrial) District, and I-2 (High Intensity
Industrial) District; and amend and/or add use and design standards for multi-family dwelling,
single family dwelling, attached and detached (cluster subdivision option), community scale solar
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energy system and utility scale solar energy system, and commercial kennel in Article IV (Use and
Design Standards); and
WHEREAS, on May 5, 2026, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public
hearing on the proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and the Planning Commission
recommended approval of the amendments; and
WHEREAS, public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and good zoning practice are
valid public purposes for such recommendations by the Planning Commission and action by the
Board of Supervisors; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on May 12, 2026, and the second
reading and public hearing were held on May 26, 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of
Roanoke as follows:
1. The Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended to read and provide as
follows:
ARTICLE II – DEFINITIONS AND USE TYPES
SEC. 30-29. USE TYPES; GENERALLY.
Sec. 30-29-3. Civic Use Types.
Solar energy system, community scale: A ground mounted solar energy system that
connects to a distribution or transmission network which has the capacity to produce five
megawatts or less.
Solar energy system, utility scale: A ground mounted solar energy system that connects to
a distribution or transmission network which has the capacity to produce more than five
megawatts.
Utility services, major: Services of a regional nature which normally entail the
construction of new buildings or structures such as generating plants and sources, electrical
switching facilities and stations or substations, community waste water treatment plants, and
similar facilities. Included in this definition are also electric, gas, and other utility transmission
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lines of a regional nature which are not otherwise reviewed and approved by the Virginia State
Corporation Commission. Solar energy systems (community scale and utility scale) are not
included in this definition.
ARTICLE III – DISTRICT REGULATIONS
SEC. 30-32. AG-3 AGRICULTURAL/RURAL PRESERVE DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-32-2. Permitted Uses.
(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
3. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
SEC. 30-33. AG-1 AGRICULTURAL/RURAL LOW DENSITY DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-33-2. Permitted Uses.
(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
3. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
SEC. 30-34. AR AGRICULTURAL/RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-34-2. Permitted Uses.
(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
2. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
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Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
SEC. 30-61. I-1 LOW INTENSITY INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-61-2. Permitted Uses.
(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
1. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
12. Commercial Uses
23. Industrial Uses
34. Miscellaneous Uses
SEC. 30-62. I-2 HIGH INTENSITY INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT.
Sec. 30-62-2. Permitted Uses.
(B) The following uses are allowed only by special use permit pursuant to section 30-19. An
asterisk (*) indicates additional, modified or more stringent standards as listed in article
IV, use and design standards, for those specific uses.
1. Civic Uses
Solar Energy System, Community Scale *
Solar Energy System, Utility Scale *
ARTICLE IV – USE AND DESIGN STANDARDS
SEC. 30-82. RESIDENTIAL USES.
Sec. 30-82-11. Multi-family Dwelling.
(F) General standards in the C-1 and C-2 districts, independent of the general standards
above:
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2. The multi-family use may account for up to fifty (50) percent of the gross floor
area on the a project site. A special use permit shall be required if the multi-family
use accounts for more than fifty (50) percent of the gross floor area on the a
project site. A project site may include multiple parcels, including multiple
owners, as part of an overall development plan or project.
3. In the study areas of the 419 Town Center Plan, the Hollins Center Plan, and the
Oak Grove Center Plan, the multi-family use may account for up to seventy-five
(75) eighty (80) percent of the gross floor area on the a project site. A special use
permit shall be required if the multi-family use accounts for more than seventy-
five (75) eighty (80) percent of the gross floor area on the a project site. A project
site may include multiple parcels, including multiple owners, as part of an overall
development plan or project.
Sec. 30-82-13.1. Single Family Dwelling, Attached and Detached (Cluster Subdivision
Option).
(D) Lot and setback requirements.
1. There shall be no minimum lot area, maximum building coverage, or setback
requirements, however, the normal front, rear, and side yard setback requirements
must be maintained adjacent to any lot, or portion thereof, or existing public street
right-of-way not within the proposed cluster development.
SEC. 30-83. CIVIC USES.
Sec. 30-83-10.5. Solar Energy System, Community Scale and Solar Energy System, Utility
Scale.
(A) Intent: The intent of this section is provide for and regulate the siting, development,
construction, installation, operation, maintenance, modification, and decommissioning of
solar energy systems and facilities in a manner that promotes the development of
renewable energy sources and economic development, while protecting the scenic and
natural beauty of Roanoke County and agricultural, forestall, residential, commercial,
industrial, historical, cultural, and recreational resources and uses. Solar energy systems
should be located in areas where the adverse impact on the surrounding community is
minimal. Applicants for solar energy systems are encouraged to locate, design, and
configure them in a way that minimizes their adverse visual impact, and makes them
compatible with surrounding land uses, to the extent possible.
These standards shall be used by applicants as a guide when selecting sites for solar
energy systems. In addition, the County staff, Planning Commission and Board of
Supervisors shall use these standards, the Roanoke County comprehensive plan, and the
special use permit criteria found in section 30-19 as a guide for evaluating any future
requests for solar energy systems.
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(B) General standards:
1. Minimum Lot Size Requirements.
a. Community Scale Solar Energy Systems: 5 Acres
b. Utility Scale Solar Energy Systems: 20 Acres
2. Setback Requirements. The minimum setback shall be 50 feet from all property
lines.
3. Buffer Requirements. Type E screening and buffering consistent with section 30-
92 of this ordinance shall be required, unless specifically modified as a part of the
approved special use permit.
4. Height. Ground-mounted solar energy panels, equipment or components shall not
exceed a height of fifteen (15) feet, which shall be measured from the highest
natural grade below each solar panel to the highest point of the panel at its tallest
position. The height may be increased by the Planning Commission and Board of
Supervisors during the special use permit process. This height limit shall not
apply to utility poles and the interconnection to the overhead electric utility grid
that meet state corporation commission requirements. Buildings associated with
the solar energy system shall comply with the height requirements for the zoning
district.
5. Security. The solar energy system shall be enclosed with security fencing not less
than six feet in height and shall be secured with gates. Fencing shall be installed
on the interior of any required buffer.
6. Soil and Vegetation Management. Wherever possible, topsoil should remain
undisturbed. Disturbed topsoil shall remain on site to be used to support the
growth of ground cover. Ground cover shall consist of native grasses and
pollinator species.
7. Visual Impact. All solar energy systems and facilities shall be designed and
operated to prevent the direction of concentrated solar radiation or glare onto
neighboring property, public roads or other areas accessible to the public.
Panel components shall be UL and anti-reflective.
8. Third Party Consultants. The County may retain qualified third-party consultants
to review portions of the site plan and to inspect the constructed facility as to any
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matters that may be outside County representatives’ area of expertise. The
reasonable out-of-pocket costs incurred by the County for such review by
qualified third-party consultants shall be paid by the applicant. The third-party
reviewers and the estimated costs will be submitted to the applicant for approval
before the costs are incurred. The County may, in the alternative, accept reports of
such review by qualified third-party consultants selected, retained, and paid by the
applicant.
9. Decommissioning.
a. The site development plan for a solar energy system shall include a
detailed decommissioning plan that provides the following:
i. Procedures and requirements for removal of all solar energy
infrastructure, equipment, facilities, or devices of the solar energy
generation facility and its various structures and foundations at the
end of the useful life of the facility or if it is deemed abandoned.
ii. Provisions for the restoration and regeneration of soil and
vegetation with a description of pre-construction and desired post-
construction conditions including productivity goals for
agricultural viability.
iii. The anticipated life of the facility.
iv. The estimated overall cost of decommissioning the facility in
current dollars and the methodology for determining such estimate,
and;
v. The way the facility will be decommissioned including a plan for
the disposal of each component material type above and below
ground.
b. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the solar energy system, the
applicant shall submit to the zoning administrator an itemized cost
estimate of the work to be done to completely remove the entire solar
energy system and restore the site to its original condition.
c. The applicant shall submit a bond, irrevocable letter of credit, or other
appropriate surety acceptable to the County in the amount of the itemized
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cost estimate approved by the zoning administrator. An updated itemized
cost estimate along with an updated bond, irrevocable letter of credit, or
other appropriate surety acceptable to the County shall be submitted and
approved every five (5) years to reflect cost increases to remove the entire
solar energy system and restore the site to its original condition.
d. During decommissioning of the site, the applicant will ensure the bond,
irrevocable letter of credit, or other surety shall remain in full force and
effect until the County has inspected the site and verified that the solar
energy system has been removed and the site restored to its original
condition, at which time the County shall promptly release the bond,
irrevocable letter of credit, or other surety. The County will inspect the
site within 60 days of decommissioning.
e. After commercial operation has commenced, if operation ceases for 365
days consecutively, the County may notify the facility owner by certified
mail and request information regarding the status of recommencing
commercial operation. If an attempt to notify the facility operator via
certified mail is unsuccessful, then notice may be posted on the property
and the facility owner shall be deemed to have received lawful notice
invoking the provisions of this condition. The facility owner shall send a
response within 90 days of receipt of such notice providing information
regarding the status of operations and an estimated timeline for
recommencing commercial operations. If the facility owner fails to
respond to the request, or if the County deems the provided timetable for
recommencing commercial operations to be unreasonable, the County may
hold a hearing before the Board of Supervisors following notice pursuant
to Virginia Code § 15.2-2204. The Board of Supervisors may determine
whether to allow the permit to remain, impose additional conditions
regarding the timing of the commencement of commercial operations, or
to revoke the permit and require decommissioning of the solar energy
facility in compliance with the decommissioning plan established for the
facility.
10. Application Requirements. In addition to any special use permit application
requirements, the applicant shall provide the following at the time of application:
a. A project summary, including, to the extent available:
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i. a general description of the project, including the general location
of the project.
ii. a description of the applicant, project owner and operator,
including their respective business structures; including the names,
addresses, and phone numbers of the applicants, owners and
operators, and all property owners;
iii. total name plate generating capacity of the solar energy system
facility; typical equipment manufacturers of key equipment
(modules, inverters, racking system); and
iv. the maximum height of the solar modules.
b. A preliminary site plan for the installation of the solar energy facility
showing the planned location of each of the primary structures, property
lines (including identification of adjoining properties), setback lines,
public access roads, substation(s), electrical cabling from the solar
modules to the substation’s ancillary equipment, transmission lines,
layout of all structures within the geographical boundaries of any
applicable setback, landscaping requirements, and a Stormwater
Pollution Prevention Plan.
c. Documentation showing consent to construct from all surface property
owners on which the solar energy facility is located.
d. A visual impact analysis demonstrating through project siting and
proposed mitigation, if necessary, that the solar project minimizes
impacts on surrounding properties, including properties that are at a
higher elevation than the solar project, and on the visual character of a
scenic landscape, vista, or scenic corridor;
e. A transportation plan showing vehicular access to the site, proposed
construction traffic route to the site, parking areas, and laydown yards;
f. An estimated time frame and proposed hours of operation for
construction activity;
g. An environmental resource impact analysis;
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h. A historical and cultural resources impact analysis;
i. A Decommissioning Plan;
i. Written comments from the relevant electric company regarding
the capacity of the distribution or transmission lines as part of any
special use permit application. An applicant may meet this
requirement by submitting a third-party report that provides
relevant distribution or transmission capacity information; and
ii. Any other information required by Roanoke County as part of its
zoning regulations, including all studies, reports, certifications, and
approvals demonstrating compliance with the provisions of all
applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
SEC. 30-85. COMMERCIAL USES.
Sec. 30-85-18. Kennel, Commercial.
(B) Additional standards in the AG-3, AG-1, AR and AV districts:
2. All facilities associated directly with the commercial kennel, whether indoors or
outdoors, shall be set back a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from any
property line. All outdoor runs, outdoor training areas and outdoor pens
associated with a commercial kennel shall be set back a minimum of one
hundred (100) feet from any property line. The zoning administrator may allow a
reduction in the 100-foot setback. It shall be the applicant's responsibility to
provide documentation in support of such a reduction. The zoning administrator
may request additional materials as necessary. In making such determinations, the
zoning administrator shall consider factors including, but not limited to, (a)
topography on site and on adjacent properties, (b) existing vegetation on site, (c)
planting of additional landscaping, (d) size and scope of the proposed kennel
operation, and (e) surrounding land uses.
(BC) Additional standards in the AG-3, AG-1, AR and AV districts:
2. All facilities associated directly with the commercial kennel, whether indoors or
outdoors, shall be set back a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from any
property line. All outdoor runs, outdoor training areas and outdoor pens
associated with a commercial kennel shall be set back a minimum of one
hundred (100) feet from any property line. The 100 -foot setback may be reduced
by the Planning Commission and Board of Superviso rs during the special use
permit process.
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(CD) Additional standards in the C-2 district:
1. All outdoor runs, outdoor training areas and outdoor pens associated with a
commercial kennel shall be set back a minimum of one hundred (100) feet from
any property line. The zoning administrator may allow a reduction in the 100-foot
setback. It shall be the applicant's responsibility to provide documentation in
support of such a reduction. The zoning administrator may request additional
materials as necessary. In making such determinations, the zoning administrator
shall consider factors including, but not limited to, (a) topography on site and on
adjacent properties, (b) existing vegetation on site, (c) planting of additional
landscaping, (d) size and scope of the proposed kennel operation, and (e)
surrounding land uses.
ROANOKE COUNTY
OFFICE OF THE COUNTY ATTORNEY
5204 Bernard Drive, P.O. Box 29800
Roanoke, Virginia 24018-0798
TEL: (540) 772-2071
FAX: (540) 772-2089
Peter S. Lubeck
COUNTY ATTORNEY
Rachel W. Lower
DEPUTY COUNTY ATTORNEY
Douglas P. Barber, Jr.
Kathryn Thomas
SENIOR ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEYS
SAMPLE MOTIONS
Ordinance amending Articles II, III, and IV of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance
MOTION TO APPROVE
I MOVE THAT WE APPROVE the ordinance amendments as proposed by the Roanoke
County Planning Commission and Roanoke County staff.
MOTION TO APPROVE WITH REVISIONS
I MOVE THAT WE APPROVE the ordinance amendments as proposed by the Roanoke
County Planning Commission and Roanoke County staff, with the exception of the
following changes: ___________.
MOTION TO DENY
I MOVE THAT WE DENY the ordinance amendments as proposed by the Roanoke
County Planning Commission and Roanoke County staff.
MOTION TO DELAY ACTION
I find that the required information for the ordinance amendments is incomplete, therefore
I MOVE TO DELAY action until additional necessary materials are submitted to the Board
of Supervisors.
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. G.1
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE:
AGENDA ITEM:
SUBMITTED BY:
May 12, 2026
Confirmation of appointment to Roanoke Valley-Alleghany
Regional Commission
Rhonda Perdue
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
APPROVED BY:
ISSUE:
BACKGROUND:
Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission:
Fiscal Impact:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
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A T A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
RESOLUTION APPROVING AND CONCURRING IN CERTAIN ITEMS SET
FORTH ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA FOR THIS DATE
DESIGNATED AS ITEM H - 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 May 12, 2026,
designated as Item H - Consent Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as
to each item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1 through 4 inclusive, as
follows:
1.Approval of minutes – April 28, 2026
2.Ordinance amending the Code of the County of Roanoke by amending and re-
enacting Chapter 2 Administration, Article VIII – Disaster and Emergency
Management. (Second Reading)
3.Resolution requesting the U.S. Department of Transportation fund an application to
Implement the Roanoke County Safe Streets and Roads for All Comprehensive
Safety Action Plan.
4.Proclamation declaring May 15, 2026, Baur Beautification Day.
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The Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia met this day at the Roanoke
County Administration Center, this being the second regularly scheduled meeting of the
month of April 2026. Audio and video recordings of this meeting will be held on file for a
minimum of five (5) years in the office of the Clerk to the Board of Supervisors.
Before the meeting was called to order, an invocation/a moment of silence was observed.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present.
A. OPENING CEREMONIES
1. Roll Call
Present: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Absent: None
Staff Present: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator; Doug Blount,
Deputy County Administrator; Madeline Hanlon, Assistant
County Administrator, Peter S. Lubeck, County Attorney; Amy
Whittaker, Public Information Officer and Rhonda D. Perdue,
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board
B. REQUESTS TO POSTPONE, ADD TO OR CHANGE THE ORDER OF AGENDA
ITEMS
C. BRIEFING
1. Briefing to discuss with the Board of Supervisors the Roanoke County Public
Schools proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. (Susan Peterson, Director of
Finance, Roanoke County Public Schools)
Briefing was given by Susan Peterson.
Roanoke County
Board of Supervisors
Minutes
April 28, 2026
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D. NEW BUSINESS
Action No. 042826-1 Item D.1
1. Resolution approving an interim Agreement between Roanoke County and G&H
Contracting, Inc., regarding pre-construction services for the Hollins Fire Station.
(George Assaid, Capital Projects Administrator)
Supervisor North moved to adopt the resolution. Supervisor Hooker seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
E. PUBLIC HEARING
Action No. 042826-2 Item E.1
1. Public hearing for citizen comments on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Operating Budget and the proposed Fiscal Year 2027-2036 Capital Improvement
Program. (Steve Elliott, Budget Administrator)
One (1) citizen spoke concerning taxes.
F. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE
Action No. 042826-3 Item F.1
1. Ordinance amending the Code of the County of Roanoke by amending and re-
enacting Chapter 2 Administration, Article VIII – Disaster and Emergency
Management. (Doug Barber, Senior Assistant County Attorney) (First Reading and
Request for Second Reading)
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and
scheduling the second reading for May 12, 2026. Supervisor Radford seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
G. SECOND READINGS OF ORDINANCES AND PUBLIC HEARINGS
Action No. 042826-4 Item G.1
1. Ordinance approving the disposition of real estate located at 6697 Mount Chestnut
Road, Roanoke VA 24018 (Roanoke County Tax Parcel Id Number 075.00-02-
36.00-0000). (Rachel Lower, Deputy County Attorney) (Second Reading and
Public Hearing)
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Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the ordinance. Supervisor Radford seconded
the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
Action No. 042826-5 Item G.2
2. Ordinance approving the disposition of real estate located at 3319 Westmoreland
Drive, Roanoke VA 24018 (Roanoke County Tax Parcel Id Number 077.13-05-
31.00-0000) and 3323 Westmoreland Drive, Roanoke VA 24018 (Roanoke County
Tax Parcel Id Number 077.13-05-30.00-0000). (Rachel Lower, Deputy County
Attorney) (Second Reading and Public Hearing)
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the ordinance. Supervisor Radford seconded
the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
H. APPOINTMENTS
Action No. 042826-6 Item H.1-2
1. Building Code Board of Adjustments and Appeals (Fire Code Board of Appeals)
Larry Waldron – term to expire April 28, 2030
2. South Peak Community Development Authority
Rick Pevarski – term to expire May 10, 2030
Supervisor Hooker moved to approve all appointments. Supervisor Radford seconded
the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
I. CONSENT AGENDA
Action No. 042826-7.a-e Item I.1-5
ALL MATTERS LISTED UNDER THE CONSENT AGENDA ARE CONSIDERED BY
THE BOARD TO BE ROUTINE AND WILL BE ENACTED BY ONE RESOLUTION IN
THE FORM OR FORMS LISTED BELOW. IF DISCUSSION IS DESIRED, THAT
ITEM WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND WILL BE
CONSIDERED SEPARATELY
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Action No. 042826-7.a Item I.1
1. Approval of minutes – April 7, 2026
Action No. 042826-7.b Item I.2
2. Resolution requesting the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to accept
a portion of Glenmary Drive (Route 778) into the VDOT Secondary Road System,
Catawba Magisterial District.
Action No. 042826-7.c Item I.3
3. The petition of Michelle and Brian Ellison to rezone approximately 5.06 acres from
R-1, Low Density Residential District to AR, Agricultural/Residential District,
located at 3169, and 3225 Bandy Road, Vinton Magisterial District. (First Reading
and Request for Second Reading and Public Hearing)
Action No. 042826-7.d Item I.4
4. Request to amend the Board of Supervisors 2026 Meeting Calendar.
Action No. 042826-7.e Item I.5
5. Resolution approving a third amendment to the Comprehensive Agreement
between the County and G&H Contracting, Inc., regarding construction services
for the Bonsack Fire Station.
Supervisor Mahoney did not remove but commented on Item I.4. While he approves
amending the meeting calendar, the Board may need to meet to approve budget items
when the States’ budget is approved. Attorney Lubeck confirmed that an emergency
ordinance may be entered.
Supervisor North moved to adopt all matters on the consent agenda. Supervisor
Hooker seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
J. CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
This time has been set aside for Roanoke County citizens to address the Board on
matters of interest or concern. Roanoke County citizens are defined as current
residents of Roanoke County. While the Board desires to hear from all who desire to
speak, this agenda item is limited to a duration of 30 minutes. Each individual speaker
shall be afforded 3 minutes to speak.
One (1) citizen was present and spoke concerning taxes during the public hearing for
the proposed budget, Item E.1.
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K. REPORTS
Action No. 042826-8 Item K.1-6
1. Unappropriated Balance, Board Contingency and Capital Reserves Report
2. Outstanding Debt Report
3. Comparative Statement of Budgeted and Actual Revenues as of March 31, 2026
4. Comparative Statement of Budgeted and Actual Expenditures and Encumbrances
as of March 31, 2026
5. Accounts Paid – March 2026
6. Statement of the Treasurer’s Accountability per Investment and Portfolio Policy, as
of March 31, 2026
Supervisor Radford moved to receive and file the reports that have been included with
the agenda under Item K. Supervisor Hooker seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
L. CLOSED MEETING
Action No. 042826-9
1. Section 2.2-3711(A)(5) of the Code of Virginia, for discussion concerning a
prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or
industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business’ or
industry’s interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community. The Board
will discuss potential business location or expansion in the five magisterial districts.
Supervisor Shepherd moved to go to closed session. Supervisor Hooker seconded
the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
EVENING SESSION – 6:00 PM
M. CERTIFICATION RESOLUTION
Action No. 042826-10
In the closed session just concluded, nothing was discussed except the matter which
was identified in the motion to convene in closed session. Only those matters lawfully
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permitted to be discussed under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act were
discussed.
Supervisor Hooker moved to adopt the certification resolution. Supervisor Radford
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
N. SECOND READINGS OF ORDINANCES AND PUBLIC HEARINGS
Action No. 042826-11 Item N.1
1. The petition of Old Orchard Farm, LLC, to rezone approximately 250 acres from
R-1, Low Density Residential District, and R-2, Medium Density Residential
District, to AR, Agricultural/Residential District, located at 7015 and 7131 Old
Mountain Road, Hollins Magisterial District. (Philip Thompson, Director of
Planning) (Second Reading and Public Hearing)
Two (2) citizens spoke and were supportive of the petition.
Supervisor North found that the proposed rezoning request:
1. Is partly consistent with the purpose and intent of the County’s adopted
comprehensive plan, and partly inconsistent,
2. Is good zoning practice, and
3. Will not result in substantial detriment to the community.
Therefore, moved that the Board approve the rezoning request as it has been
requested. Supervisor Mahoney seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
Action No. 042826-12 Item N.2
2. The petition of Scott & Heather Thompson to rezone approximately 44.33 acres
from R-1S, Low Density Residential District with special use permit, to AR,
Agricultural/Residential District, located at 3525, 3529, and 3499 Harborwood
Road, Catawba Magisterial District. (Philip Thompson, Director of Planning)
(Second Reading and Public Hearing)
No citizens were present.
Supervisor Hooker found that the proposed rezoning request:
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1. Is partly consistent with the purpose and intent of the County’s adopted
comprehensive plan, and partly inconsistent,
2. Is good zoning practice, and
3. Will not result in substantial detriment to the community.
Therefore, moved that the Board approve the rezoning request as it has been
requested. Supervisor Radford seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
Action No. 042826-13 Item N.3
3. The petition of Tina Arcuri to amend a special use permit condition regarding
freestanding signage on approximately 10.54 acres of land zoned C-2CS, High
Intensity Commercial District with conditions and special use permit, located at 917
North Electric Road, Catawba Magisterial District. (Philip Thompson, Director of
Planning) (Second Reading and Public Hearing)
No citizens were present.
Supervisor Hooker found that the proposed special use permit amendment request:
1. Meets the requirements of Section 30-19-1 of the Roanoke County Code and
that the proposed special use conforms with the standards set forth in article
IV, use and design standards of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance;
2. Is in conformance with the Roanoke County Comprehensive Plan; and
3. Will have a minimum adverse impact on the surrounding neighborhood and
community.
Therefore, moved that the Board approve the petition to petition to amend the
existing special use permit as follows:
d. Freestanding signage shall be limited to one freestanding sign
approximately 12 feet in height and 10 feet in width.
All other special use permit conditions shall remain in place.
Supervisor Radford seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
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O. REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
1. David F. Radford
2. Phil C. North
3. Martha B. Hooker
4. Paul M. Mahoney
5. Tammy E. Shepherd
Supervisors were offered the opportunity to share comments and provide updates to
their peers and the public on items of interest to them.
P. ADJOURNMENT
Action No. 042826-14
Supervisor North moved to adjourn the meeting. Supervisor Hooker seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Ayes: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
Nays: None
Submitted by: Approved by:
__________________________ __________________________
Richard L. Caywood Tammy E. Shepherd
Clerk to the Board of Supervisors Chairman
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. H.2
MEETING DATE:
AGENDA ITEM:
SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
ISSUE:
BACKGROUND:
As required by law, the Board adopted an Emergency Operations Plan (“EOP”) in July
DISCUSSION:
as early as when a “disaster threatens.” This Article will thus enhance the County’s
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FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors approve this ordinance.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF THE COUNTY
OF ROANOKE BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE VIII – DISASTER AND
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
WHEREAS, as required by law, the Board adopted an Emergency Operations Plan
(“EOP”) in July 2023, which includes an emergency management organizational structure
with associated duties and responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, the EOP is not activated until there is an official declaration of a state
of emergency, and until then the organizational structure and duties detailed in the EOP
are not explicitly in place; and
WHEREAS, by adding this proposed Disaster and Emergency Management
Article to Chapter 2 of the County Code, the organizational structure and duties articulated
in the EOP will be implemented and will allow for planning and some emergency
management actions to be taken before a state of emergency is declared, as early as
when a “disaster threatens”; and
WHEREAS, a first reading of this ordinance was held on April 28, 2026, and a
second reading was held on May 12, 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, that:
1. The Code of the County of Roanoke is amended by inserting the following
Article VIII into Chapter 2:
Chapter 2 - ADMINISTRATION
ARTICLE VIII. - DISASTER AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Sec. 2-155. Short title.
This article shall be known and referred to as the “Emergency Services and
Disaster Ordinance of the County of Roanoke."
Sec. 2-156. Purpose.
(a) In accordance with Code of Virginia, § 44-146.19, Commonwealth of Virginia
Emergency Services and Disaster Law of 2000, Chapter 3.2, as amended, the
purpose of this article is to establish an office that will ensure the complete and
efficient utilization of all of the county's facilities to combat disasters which are
defined in this article.
(b) The department of emergency services established in this Article, shall be the
county department charged with disaster and emergency management for the
County of Roanoke and will be the coordinating department for all disaster and
emergency management and services activities encompassed within the
Commonwealth of Virginia Emergency Services and Disaster Law of 2000; it will
be the working force through which the board of supervisors exercises the
authority and discharges responsibilities for the County of Roanoke with regard
to such law.
(c) This article will not relieve any county department of the responsibilities or
authority given to it in the Roanoke County emergency operations plan.
Sec. 2-157. Definitions.
The following definitions shall apply in the interpretation of this article:
(1) Emergency services means the preparation for and the carrying out of
functions, other than functions for which military forces are primarily
responsible, to prevent, minimize and repair injury and damage resulting
from disasters, together with all other activities necessary or incidental to
the preparation for and carrying out of the foregoing functions. These
functions include, without limitation, fire-fighting services, medical and
health services, rescue, law enforcement coordination, engineering,
warning services, communications, radiological, chemical and other
special weapons defense, evacuation of persons from stricken areas,
emergency welfare services, emergency transportation, emergency
resource management, existing or properly assigned functions of plant
protection, temporary restoration of public utility services, and other
functions related to civilian protection. These functions also include the
administration of approved state and federal disaster recovery and
assistance programs.
(2) Disaster means (i) any man-made disaster including any condition
following an attack by any enemy or foreign nation upon the United States
resulting in substantial damage of property or injury to persons in the
United States and may be by use of bombs, missiles, shell fire, nuclear,
radiological, chemical, or biological means or other weapons or by overt
paramilitary actions; terrorism, foreign and domestic; also any industrial,
nuclear, or transportation accident, explosion, conflagration, power failure,
resources shortage, or other condition such as sabotage, oil spills, and
other injurious environmental contaminations that threaten or cause
damage to property, human suffering, hardship, or loss of life; and (ii) any
natural disaster including any hurricane, tornado, storm, flood, high water,
wind-driven water, tidal wave, earthquake, drought, fire, communicable
disease or public health threat, or other natural catastrophe resulting in
damage, hardship, suffering, or possible loss of life.
(3) Director of disaster and emergency management ("director") shall mean
the County Administrator of the County of Roanoke.
(4) Coordinator of disaster and emergency management ("coordinator") shall
mean the designated Fire & Rescue Department Deputy Chief, or the
person appointed by the County Administrator of Roanoke County to fulfill
those responsibilities.
(5) Regulations shall include plans, programs and other emergency
procedures deemed essential to disaster and emergency management
services.
Sec. 2-158. Organization and appointments.
(a) The director has the authority to create an organization for disaster and
emergency management utilizing, to the fullest extent, the existing departments
within the county. The county administrator shall be the director of disaster and
emergency management of this county and shall be responsible for their
organization, administration and operation.
(b) The organization shall consist of the following:
(1) The department of emergency services shall be the county's office of
disaster and emergency management under authority of the director.
There shall be an executive head of the department of emergency
services who shall be the director of the department of emergency
services, who shall be known as the coordinator of disaster and
emergency management for purposes of this article, and such assistants
and other employees as are deemed necessary for the organization. The
director has the authority to designate the existing Fire & Rescue
Department as the department of emergency services contemplated
herein. The director also has the authority to designated a Fire & Rescue
Department Deputy Chief as the coordinator of disaster and emergency
management contemplated herein.
(2) The employees, equipment and facilities of all county departments will
participate in the emergency services activity. Duties assigned to a county
department shall normally be the same or similar to routine duties of the
department.
(3) Volunteer persons and agencies offering services to, and accepted by, the
county.
(c) The county administrator shall appoint a coordinator and a deputy coordinator as
defined herein, and they shall be well versed and trained in planning operations
involving the activities of many different agencies which will operate to protect the
public health, safety and welfare in the event of danger from enemy action or
disaster as defined in this article.
(d) The director of disaster and emergency management shall appoint a deputy
director to assume emergency duties in the event of his or her absence.
Sec. 2-159. Emergency powers and duties.
(a) Director of disaster and emergency management:
(1) The director of disaster and emergency management may exercise the
emergency powers and authority necessary to fulfill his or her general
powers and duties as vested in him as chief administrative officer. The
board of supervisors may convene to perform the legislative powers as the
situation demands and shall receive reports relative to disaster and
emergency management activities. Nothing in this article shall be
construed as abridging or curtailing the powers or restrictions of the board
of supervisors.
(2) During any period when disaster threatens or when the county has been
struck by disaster within the definition of this article, the director may
promulgate such regulations as he deems necessary to protect life and
property and preserve critical resources. Such regulations may include,
but shall not be limited to, the following:
a. Regulations prohibiting or restricting the movement of vehicles in
order to facilitate the work of emergency services forces or to
facilitate the mass movement of persons from critical areas within
the county.
b. Regulations pertaining to the movement of persons from areas
deemed to be hazardous or vulnerable to disaster.
c. Such other regulations necessary to preserve public peace, health
and safety.
(3) The director of disaster and emergency management shall order
emergency services forces to the aid of other communities when required
in accordance with mutual support agreements or state statutes; and he
may request the state or political subdivision of the state to send aid to the
county in case of disaster when conditions in the county are beyond the
control of the local emergency services forces.
(4) The director of disaster and emergency management may obtain vital
supplies, equipment and other properties found lacking and needed for the
protection of health, life and property of people; and bind the county for
the fair value thereof.
(5) The director of disaster and emergency management may require
emergency services of any county officer or employee. If regular county
forces are determined inadequate, the director may require the services of
such other personnel as he can obtain and are available, including citizen
volunteers. All duly authorized persons rendering emergency services
shall be entitled to the privileges and immunities for regular county
employees and other registered and identified emergency services and
disaster workers.
(6) The director of disaster and emergency management shall cause to be
prepared a county emergency operations plan.
(b) Coordinator of disaster and emergency management: The coordinator of disaster
and emergency management shall be responsible to the director in regard to all
phases of emergency services activities. Under the supervision of the director,
the coordinator shall be responsible for the planning, coordination and operation
of the disaster and emergency management activities in the county. His or her
duties shall include, but will not be limited to, the following:
(1) Development and coordination of plans for immediate use of all facilities,
equipment, manpower and other resources of the county for the purpose
of minimizing or preventing damage to persons and property and
protecting and restoring to usefulness governmental services and public
utilities necessary for the public health, safety and welfare.
(2) Liaison with state and federal authorities and nearby political subdivisions
as necessary to ensure most effective disaster preparedness and
response capabilities.
(3) Coordinating the recruitment of volunteer personnel and agencies to
augment the personnel and facilities of the county for emergency
management purposes.
(4) Negotiating and concluding agreements with owners or persons in control
of buildings or other property for use of such buildings as public shelters.
(5) Through public information programs, educating the public in all disaster
and emergency management matters pertaining to the protection of life
and property.
(6) Coordinating the activity of all other public and private agencies engaged
in disaster and emergency management activities.
(7) Assuming such activity as the director may direct to promote and execute
county disaster and emergency management plans and programs.
(8) Assuming all powers and functions of the director in the event of the
director's and deputy director's absence, unavailability, or incapacity.
Sec. 2-160. Emergency operations plan.
A comprehensive emergency operations plan shall be developed for adoption by
the board of supervisors and maintained under authority of the director. In the
preparation of this plan, it is the intent that the services, equipment, facilities and
personnel of all departments shall be utilized to the fullest extent. Each department
assigned responsibilities in the basic plan shall be responsible for carrying out all duties
and functions assigned to them. Each department shall formulate the operational plan
for this service which, when approved, shall be an annex and a part of the basic
emergency operations plan.
2. Any provision of the Roanoke County Code not specifically amended above
shall remain in full force and effect as adopted.
3. This ordinance shall take effect from and after the date of adoption.
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. H.3
MEETING DATE:
AGENDA ITEM:
SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
ISSUE:
BACKGROUND:
DISCUSSION:
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following High Injury Network corridors:
) Plantation Road between Hershberger Road and Williamson Road;
) Starkey Road between Benois Road and Merriman Road; and
) Bradshaw Road between Route 311/Catawba Valley Drive and Montgomery
County.
The combined estimate for the above studies totals $225,000 with the eighty percent
(80%) request totaling $180,000.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The remaining twenty percent (20%) match of $45,000 can be funded through the
Planning Department budget over fiscal years 2027 and 2028.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the resolution of support.
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Bradshaw Road
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Safe Streets and Roads for All 2026 Grant Application
Proposed Study Locations /
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Proposed Study Corridors
Proposed Study Intersection
Grant Application Study Areas
1. Bradshaw Road--Road Safety
Assessment with Community
Engagement
2. Plantation Road--Multimodal
Corridor Study from Hershberger
to Williamson Road
3. Starkey Road--Multimodal
Corridor Study from Benois
Road to Merriman Road.
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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, MAY 12, 2026
RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FUND AN APPLICATION TO IMPLEMENT THE
ROANOKE COUNTY SAFE STREETS AND ROADS FOR ALL
COMPREHENSIVE SAFETY ACTION PLAN
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors is committed to
advocating for and ensuring safe transportation facilities both in the County and in the
region; and
WHEREAS, an average of five (5) deaths per year occurred on Roanoke County
roads between 2017 and 2024; and
WHEREAS, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law established the Safe Streets and
Roads For All Discretionary Grant Program to improve roadway safety by significantly
reducing or eliminating roadway fatalities and serious injuries through Safety Action Plan
development and implementation focused on all users; and
WHEREAS, a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan provides a holistic, well-defined
strategy to prevent roadway fatalities and serious injuries , and leads to further
opportunities for infrastructure funding; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Safe Streets and Roads for All Comprehensive
Safety Action Plan was adopted on February 25, 2025, by the Board of Supervisors as
part of the 2024 Roanoke County 200 Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors requests the U.S.
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Department of Transportation provide Planning and Demonstration Grant funding through
the Safe Streets and Roads For All Discretionary Grant Program to assist Roanoke County
in implementing its Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.
2. That the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors hereby commits to provide a
twenty percent (20%) matching contribution for a Planning and Demonstration Grant, up to
and not to exceed $45,000.
3. That the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors hereby grants authority for
the County Administrator, or his designee, to execute project agreements for an approved
Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant.
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ACTION NO.
ITEM NO. H.4
MEETING DATE:
AGENDA ITEM:
SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
ISSUE:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Capital
Unappropriated % of Board Expenditure
Balance Revenues Contingency Contingency Reserves
Audited balance as of June 30, 2025 31,213,980$ -$ -$ 613,094$
Approved Sources:
Appropriated from 2025-26 budget (Ordinance 052725-2) - 50,000 - 1,420,700
Addition from 2024-25 close out and reimbursements of completed projects - - - 147,219
Appropriated from 2025-26 budget (Ordinance 121625-5) 1,448,997 680,479
Approved Uses:
Appropriated from 2025-26 budget (Ordinance 052725-2) - - - (1,746,047)
Items for Brian Epperley memorial - (1,282) - -
Huntridge Road Traffic (Resolution 011326-6)(17,643)
Deer Culling (25,000)
Balance at May 12, 2026 32,662,977$ 12.0% 6,075$ 680,479$ 434,966$
County of Roanoke
Unappropriated Balance, Board Contingency, and Capital Reserves
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
General Government
Changes in outstanding debt for the fiscal year to date were as follows:
Audited
Outstanding Outstanding
June 30, 2025 Additions Deletions May 12, 2026
Debt type:
VPSA School Bonds 109,321,388$ -$ 7,026,556$ 102,294,832$
Lease Revenue Bonds 72,515,000 20,040,000 4,715,000 87,840,000
Temporary Literary Loans*31,674,051 35,009,946 - 66,683,997
Subtotal 213,510,439 55,049,946 11,741,556 256,818,829
Premiums 13,244,796 1,709,584 - 14,954,380
226,755,235$ 56,759,530$ 11,741,556$ 271,773,209$
Summary by entity:
County 77,345,868$ 21,749,584$ 4,715,000$ 94,380,452$ 34.73%
Schools 149,409,367 35,009,946 7,026,556 177,392,757 65.27%
100.00%
* The County has been approved for $75 million in Literary Loans. This amount will not be turned into permanent
loans until all monies are drawn down for the three school projects approved for funding which are:
Glen Cove and W.E. Cundiff Elementary Schools and the Roanoke County Career and Technology Center
Submitted By Laurie L. Gearheart
Chief Financial Officer
Approved By Richard L. Caywood
County Administrator
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
RESOLUTION 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.