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Roanoke County Administration Center
5204 Bernard Drive
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
March 11, 1997
The Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, met this day at
the Roanoke County Administration Center, this being the second Tuesday, and the
first regularly scheduled meeting of the month of March 1997.
IN RE:
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m. The roll call
was taken.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Bob L. Johnson, Vice Chairman Harry C. Nickens,
Supervisors Lee B. Eddy, Fenton F. "Spike" Harrison
Supervisor H. Odell "Fuzzy" Minnix
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; Paul M. Mahoney,
County Attorney; Mary H. Allen, Clerk; John M. Chambliss,
Assistant County Administrator; Don C. Myers, Assistant
County Administrator; Anne Marie Green, Director,
Community Relations
INRE:
OPENING CEREMONIES
The invocation was given by John M. Chambliss, Assistant County
Administrator. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by. all present.
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REQUESTS TO POSTPONE, ADD TO, OR CHANGE THE ORDER OF
AGENDA ITEMS
Supervisor Johnson added Item 5 to New Business, a resolution
approving an option to purchase agreement with Glenn-Mary Associates for a proposed
Roanoke Business Park. Mr. Hodge requested that New Business Item 3 be
rescheduled as a work session at a future Board meeting and that Item 3 under First
Reading of Ordinances be continued until after the Executive Session.
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IN RE:
NEW BUSINESS
1... Authorization to set the following tax rates: (Brent Robertson.
Budget Manager)
a. Order settina the real estate tax rate at $1.13 per $100
assessed valuation.
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Mr. Hodge advised that a public hearing for the real estate tax rate was
held on February 25, 1997.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the order setting the real estate tax
rate at $1.13 per $100 assessed valuation. The motion carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
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NAYS: None
ORDER 031197-1 SETTING THE
TAX RATE ON REAL ESTATE
SITUATE IN ROANOKE COUNTY
FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1997
BE IT ORDERED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, that the levy for the twelve-month period beginning January 1, 1997, and
ending December 31, 1997, be, and hereby is, set for a tax rate of I~'¡~~ per one
hundred dollars of assessed valuation on all taxable real estate and mobile homes
classified by §§ 58.1-3200, 58.1-3201, and 58.1-3506. B of the 1950 Code of Virginia,
as amended, situate in Roanoke County.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens to adopt the order, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
b. Order settina the personal property tax rate at $3.50 Der $100
assessed valuation and machinery and tools tax rate of $3.00
Der $100 assessed valuation.
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Mr. Hodge advised that a public hearing was held for these tax rates on
February 25, 1997.
Supervisor Nickens moved to set the personal property tax rate at $3.50
per $100 assessed valuation and machinery and tools tax rate of $3.00 per $100
assessed valuation. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
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ORDER 031197-2 SETTING THE
TAX LEVY ON ALL CLASSES OF
PERSONAL PROPERTY SITUATE
IN ROANOKE COUNTY FOR THE
CALENDAR YEAR 1997
BE IT ORDERED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, as follows:
1. That the levy for the twelve-month period beginning January 1,
1997, and ending December 31, 1997, be, and hereby is, setfor a tax rate of $flR per
one hundred dollars of assessed valuation on all taxable, tangible personal property,
excluding all those classes of household goods and personal effects as are defined in
§§ 58.1-3504 and 58.1-3505 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, but including
the property separately classified by §§ 58.1-3500, 58.1-3501, 58.1-3502, 58.1-3506 in
the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, of public service corporations based upon the
assessed value thereof fixed by the State Corporation Commission and duly certified.
2. That there be, and hereby is, established as a separate class of
personal property in Roanoke County those items of personal property set forth in §
58.1-3506 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, and adopted by Ordinance No.
121592-11, and generally designated as Motor Vehicles for Disabled Veterans.
3. That the levy for the twelve-month period beginning January 1,
1997, and ending December 31,1997, be, and hereby is, set at fifty (50%) Dercent of
the tax rate established in paragraph 1 for the taxable, tangible personal property as
herein established as a separate classification for tax purposes and as more fully
defined by § 58.1-3506 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, and generally
designated as Motor Vehicles for Disabled Veterans.
4. That there be, and hereby is, established as a separate class of
personal property in Roanoke County those items of personal property set forth in §
58.1-3507 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, and generally designated as
machinery and tools.
5. That the levy for the twelve-month period beginning January 1,
1997, and ending December 31, 1997, be, and hereby is, set for a tax rate of I~Jljil per
one hundred dollars of assessed valuation on all taxable, tangible personal property as
herein established as a separate classification for tax purposes and as more fully
defined by § 58.1-3507 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, and generally
designated as machinery and tools.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens to adopt the order, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
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2.. Authorization to execute a contract with American Electric
Power for the Durchase of electricity. (Gary Robertson. Utility
Director)
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Mr. Robertson reported that the VMLNACo Steering Committee was
established to negotiate reduced electric service charges with American Electric Power.
The current contract was approved in 1994 and expired June 30, 1996. The steering
committee reviewed financial information and voted to pursue negotiations with AEP for
a new contract.
Mr. Robertson advised that the new contract will begin July 1, 1996 and
terminate June 30, 1999 and has been redesigned to provide for an optional demand
rate for each of the rate schedules. Each account will choose between the flat rate
account (10.56% reduction) or a demand rate account (reductions in excess of 14%).
AEP representatives will meet with each customer to review their accounts. Mr.
Robertson reported that the new contract should result in annual savings between
$91,00 and $122,000 and recommended authorization for the County Administrator to
execute the contract.
Supervisor Eddy asked if the departmental budgets would be reduced to
reflect the credit. Mr. Hodge responded that electricity costs are in one budget
category and he would prefer to put the money back into future energy upgrades.
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Supervisor Nickens asked that the County and Schools conduct a survey to look for
ways to further reduce electricity costs.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the contract. The motion carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 031197-3 APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF
ELECTRICITY FROM AMERICAN ELECTRIC
POWER
WHEREAS, Roanoke County and American Electric Power desire to
enter into a three year contract commencing July 1, 1996 for the purchase of electricity
for public purposes; and,
WHEREAS, Roanoke County has benefitted from the professional
assistance and expertise of the Virginia Municipal League and Virginia Association of
Counties Steering Committee in negotiating a contract for electricity with American
Electric Power for political subdivisions and public authorities in this service area; and,
WHEREAS, the VMLNAC Steering Committee strongly recommends the
contract negotiated, since the rates negotiated by it result in significant savings for all
participating localities; and,
WHEREAS, this contract establishes rates for general service, utility
pumping and outdoor lighting/street lights.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA:
1) That the three year contract commencing July 1, 1996 for the
purchase of electricity from American Electric Power is hereby approved and accepted.
2) That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to execute this
contract on behalf of the Board of Supervisors and Roanoke County, upon form
approved by the County Attorney.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens to adopt the resolution, and carried by
the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
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3. Request for aDDroval of the Parks and Recreation Public Use
Manual for Sports Organizations and Community Users. (Pete
Haislip. Director of Parks and Recreation)
This item was continued to a work session at a future meeting.
4. Resolution approving an option to purchase agreement with
KODpers Industries for approximately 0.17 acres along with
certain easements on the west side of the Drivate portion of
Garman Road and authorizing the exercise of said option for
road improvements as part of the Kroger expansion proiect.
(Tim Gubala. Economic Development Director)
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Mr. Gubala reported that the expansion of the Kroger facility will require a
relocation and improvement of Garman Road. Koppers Industries has agreed to
convey an approximate 0.17 acre tract with appropriate easements for the County to
construct a cul-de-sac that will allow this portion of Garman Road to be eligible for
acceptance into the Virginia Secondary Highway System. The County's independent
appraiser has determined that this 0.17 acre parcel and related easements are valued
at $2,800. Mr. Gubala requested that the Board adopt the proposed resolution
approving the option to purchase agreement with Koppers Industries.
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In response to a question from Supervisor Eddy, Mr. Mahoney advised
that this item is an option to purchase. An ordinance specifically authorizing the
purchase will be brought back to the Board for approval.
Supervisor Harrison moved to adopt the resolution approving an option to
purchase agreement. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 031197-4 APPROVING AN
OPTION TO PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH
KOPPERS INDUSTRIES, INC. FOR 0.17 ACRE
OF PROPOSED RIGHT OF WAY AND 0.15
ACRE OF GRADING, SLOPE AND
. CONSTRUCTION EASEMENTS ON THE WEST
SIDE OF THE PRIVATE PORTION OF GARMAN
ROAD (BEING IDENTIFIED AS A PORTION OF
COUNTY TAX MAP PARCEL 55.03-2-11) FOR
ROAD IMPROVEMENTS AS PART OF THE
KROGER PROJECT
WHEREAS, by Resolution #012897-12, the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County authorized and approved an economic development project, known as
the Kroger Project, authorized execution of a Performance Agreement with the
Industrial Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia, ("IDA"), and the Kroger
Co., and appropriated the sum of $1,780,000 to pay for the County's and the IDA's
performance obligations under the Agreement; and,
WHEREAS, said agreement provides for the County to make
improvements to the private portion of Garman Road for acceptance into the State
secondary road system by the Virginia Department of Transportation, and the funds are
available in the Kroger - IDA account as appropriated by the Board on January 28,
1997; and,
WHEREAS, preliminary road plans show that acquisition of a certain
parcel of land and appurtenant easements from Koppers Industries, Inc., will be
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required for construction of a cul-de-sac at the terminus of the improved Garman Road;
and,
WHEREAS, by Option to Purchase Agreement dated March 3, 1997,
Koppers Industries, Inc. granted unto the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, an option to purchase 0.17 acre of proposed right of way and 0.15 acre of
grading, slope and construction easements on the west side of the private portion of
Garman Road, being further shown on the Roanoke County land records as a portion
of Tax Map Number 55.03-2-11, ("the Property"); and,
WHEREAS, under the terms of said agreement, the option fee is $280.00,
the purchase price for the Property is to be $2,800.00, and the option must be
exercised on or before July 31, 1997; and,
WHEREAS, at such time as said option is to be exercised, this matter will
be brought back to the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, for adoption
of an ordinance to authorize exercise of the option and acquisition of the real estate.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows:
(1) That the Option to Purchase Agreement dated March 3, 1997,
between Koppers Industries, Inc., Grantor, and the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, Grantee, and the terms and conditions provided for in said agreement,
is hereby approved and the execution of said agreement by the County Administrator is
hereby authorized and ratified.
(2) That the County Administrator or assistant county administrators
are hereby authorized to execute such documents and take such actions on behalf of
Roanoke County in this matter as may be required to determine the feasibility and
necessity of exercising the option and acquiring said Property, all of which shall be
approved as to form by the County Attorney.
(3) That this resolution shall be effective on and from the date of its
adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Harrison to adopt the resolution, and carried by
the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
5. Resolution aDDrovin9 an option to purchase agreement
with Glenn-Mary Associates for aDproximatelv 463.13
acres for the location of a proposed Roanoke County
Business Park and appropriating the funds. (Tim
Gubala. Economic Development Director)
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Mr. Gubala advised that Roanoke County has been working with Glenn-
Mary Associates to obtain an option on a 463 acre tract of land in west County to be
used as a proposed Business Park. The County's independent appraiser has
determined the fair market value of the property at $2,535,960.94. At this time, staff is
requesting an appropriation of funds of $80,000 for the option price, site concept plan
and site analysis, and a design process with the citizens and community. Mr. Gubala
reported that community involvement will be emphasized in this process. Following
citizen input, an ordinance will be brought back to the Board.
Supervisor Harrison moved to adopt the resolution approving an option to
purchase agreement. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 031197·5 APPROVING AN
OPTION TO PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH
GLENN-MARY ASSOCIATES, A LIMITED
PARTNERSHIP, FOR APPROXIMATELY 463
ACRES OF REAL ESTATE (BEING IDENTIFIED
AS COUNTY TAX MAP PARCELS 54.00-1-3
AND 64.00-1-1) AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS
THEREFOR
WHEREAS, by Option to Purchase Agreement dated February 26, 1997,
Glenn-Mary Associates, a limited partnership, granted unto the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, an option to purchase approximately 463 acres of real
estate, being further shown on the Roanoke County land records as Tax Map Numbers
54.00-1-3 and 64.00-1-1, ("the Property"); and,
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WHEREAS, under the terms of said agreement, the option fee is
$15,000.00, the purchase price for the Property is to be $3,000,000.00, and the option
must be exercised on or before August 31, 1997; and,
WHEREAS, at such time as said option is to be exercised, this matter will
be brought back to the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, for adoption
of an ordinance to authorize exercise of the option and acquisition of the real estate.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows:
(1 ) That the Option to Purchase Agreement dated February 26, 1997,
between Glenn-Mary Associates, a limited partnership, Grantor, and the Board of
Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, Grantee, and the terms and conditions
provided for in said agreement, is hereby approved and the execution of said
agreement by the County Administrator is hereby authorized and ratified.
(2) That the County Administrator or assistant county administrators
are hereby authorized to execute such documents and take such actions on behalf of
Roanoke County in this matter as may be required to determine the feasibility and
necessity of exercising the option and acquiring said Property, all of which shall be
approved as to form by the County Attorney.
(3) That the sum of $80,000.00 is hereby appropriated from the
unappropriated fund balance to pay the option fee, complete the site analysis, carry out
the community design process, and develop a site concept plan.
(4) That this resolution shall be effective on and from the date of its
adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Harrison to adopt the resolution, and carried by
the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
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REQUESTS FOR WORK SESSIONS
1... Request for Budaet Work Session on March 25. 1997 with
Volunteer Fire and Rescue Chiefs. (Brent Robertson. Budget
Manager)
The work session was set for March 25, 1997 at 6:00 p.m.
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2. Request for Budget Work Session on March 25. 1997 with
Human. Social. Cultural and Tourism Agencies. (Brent
Robertson. Budaet Manaaer)
It was decided that this item would be a presentation to the Board and
would be scheduled for March 25, 1997 at 7:00 p.m.
INRE:
PUBLIC HEARING
1... Public Hearina and adoption of a resolution concerning
acquisition of and immediate right-of-entrv to a 1.14 acre
Darcel of land and related slope easements of .11 acre parcel
of land located east of Garman Road (Route 929) and north of
the N&W Railway. beina owned by Country East. L.L.C.. a
Virginia Limited Liability Company. (Paul Mahoney. County
Attorney)
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Mr. Mahoney advised that the Kroger Company expansion requires that
Garman Road be relocated and reconstructed to align with a traffic signal at Allegheny
Drive and Route 11/460 (West Main Street) which will improve Kroger's traffic flow and
safety for trucks, employees and citizens in the area. Negotiations with several other
property owners have progressed, and options obtained, but no agreement has been
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reached with Mr. Don Bandy, a principal of County East LLC. A written offer of $44,800
has been extended to acquire 1.14 acres, but the owners have not responded. Mr.
Bandy has stated that he is interested in retaining his property for future expansion and
relocation of his excavation company from the City of Roanoke. Two certified letters
have been sent to Mr. Bandy.
Supervisor Harrison moved to adopt the resolution authorizing the
acquisition and immediate right of entry. The motion carried by the following recorded
vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 031197-6 PURSUANT TO TITLE 25 AND SECTIONS
15.1-236 AND 15.1-238 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA, 1950 (AS
AMENDED), AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION AND IMMEDIATE
RIGHT OF ENTRY OF A 1.14-ACRE PARCEL OF LAND AND
RELATED SLOPE EASEMENTS OF .11-ACRE PARCEL OF LAND
FROM COUNTRY EAST, L.L.C., A VIRGINIA LIMITED LIABILITY
COMPANY FOR THE GARMAN ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT BY
EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, as follows:
1. That the Garman Road Improvement Project, including road
construction and relocation, slope easements, and extension of Garman Road to align
with a traffic signal at Allegheny Drive and Route 11/460 and facilities related thereto,
is hereby approved in connection with The Kroger Co. expansion in the Glenvar area
and to provide a safer and more usable roadway for the citizens of Roanoke County.
2. That the project is necessary for the general health, safety and
welfare of the public, and specifically will provide an improved access to and from
Route 11/460 for the property owners along Garman Road and the general public.
3. That acquisition of a certain parcel of land, consisting of 1.14 acre
and related slope easements of .11 acre, located east of Garman Road and north of the
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N&W Railway is necessary for the relocation and construction road improvements and
related facilities for Garman Road.
4. That the parcel of land required for this project is owned by
Country East, L.L.C., a Virginia Limited Liability Company and is identified by the
following legal description:
All those certain lots or parcels of land, together
with any improvements thereon, rights incident
thereto, and appurtenances thereunto belonging,
situate in the Catawba Magisterial District of
Roanoke County, Virginia, containing an
aggregate of 1.14 acres, more or less, and being
shown and designated as "PROPOSED RIGHT-
OF-WAY 0.52 AC." AND "RESIDUAL PARCEL
0.62 AC." upon the "Plat of Records Showing
Location of Proposed Right-of-way of Garman
Road and Proposed Slope Easement Located on
Property of Country East, L.L.C. (Tax #55.03-1-
21, #55.03-1-22, & #55.03-1-23)," dated 22
January 1997 prepared by Lumsden Associates,
P. C., Engineers-Surveyors-Planners, a copy of
which is attached hereto and made and part
hereof.
Together with those certain perpetual easements
shown and designated on the above-described
plat as "PROPOSED SLOPE EASEMENT 0.02
AC." and "PROPOSED SLOPE EASEMENT 0.09
AC.," for purposes of temporary grading and
construction of permanent slopes in connection
with the proposed right-of-way.
This being portions of the same real estate
conveyed unto Country East, L.L.C., by deed
dated January 2, 1996, from David H. Burrows,
recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court
of Roanoke County, Virginia, in Deed Book 1497,
page 445.
5. That the fair market value of the property is $44,800.00. The sum
of $44,800.00 has been offered and is hereby re-offered to the property owners for
purchase of fee simple, marketable title to the above-described parcel by the Board of
Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia.
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6. That it is immediately necessary for the County to enter upon and
take possession of such property and commence construction of said road
improvements in order to more adequately serve the needs of the citizens of Roanoke
County and to institute and conduct appropriate condemnation proceedings as to the
above-described property as provided by law.
7. That a certified copy of this resolution, to be sent by certified mail
to Country East, L.L.C., a Virginia Limited Liability Company on or before March 12.
1997. shall constitute notice to said property owner of the offer to purchase as set forth
above and the intent to enter upon and take possession of said property to commence
construction, as provided for in Section 15.1-238 of the Code of Virginia, 1950 (as
amended).
8. That the Board does hereby invoke all and singular the rights,
privileges, and provisions as to the vesting of powers in the County under the Virginia
General Condemnation Act (§25-46.1, et ~., of the Code of Virginia, 1950, (as
amended), and Sections 15.1-236 and 15.1-238, all as made and provided by law.
9. That the County Administrator, or an Assistant County
Administrator, and the County Attorney are hereby authorized to execute such
documents and take such actions as may be necessary to accomplish this acquisition
through eminent domain proceedings, or otherwise.
10. That this resolution shall be effective on the date of its adoption and
the property owners shall have thirty days from said date within which to contest this
taking and immediate right of entry as provided in Section 15.1-238.8. and D. of the
Code of Virginia, 1950 (as amended).
On motion of Supervisor Harrison to adopt the resolution, and carried by
the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
IN RE:
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
1... Ordinance authorizing the execution of a lease agreement for
office space for the DeDartment of Social Services. (John
Chambliss. Assistant County Administrator)
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The ordinance was discussed following Executive Session. Mr.
Chambliss advised that staff recommended that the County authorize the lease of office
space at Salem Bank and Trust Building in the City of Salem. The lease will be for
19,900 square feet for a ten year term at an initial annual rental of $173,130.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve first reading and to set the second
reading for March 25, 1997. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS:
None
INRE:
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
1... Ordinance authorizing the transfer of 3.0 acres. being lots 15,
16 and the western 70 feet of Lot 14 of Fort Lewis Estates to
the Industrial DeveloDment Authority for conveyance to Kroaer
as Dart of the Kroger expansion Droiect. (Tim Gubala.
Economic Development Director)
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Mr. Gubala advised that Richfield Retirement Community exchanged 3.00
acres for County land on which Richfield is constructing an Alzheimer's Center. Kroger
is requesting that the County donate the land for their expansion project. The County
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Assessor has determined that the 3.00 acres are valued at $121,700. Staff
recommended that the Board approve the transfer of the 3 acres to the Industrial
Development Authority for conveyance to the Kroger Company.
Supervisor Nickens pointed out that there was .62 acre that would not be
used and that the County should not give donate that land to Kroger. Mr. Hodge
responded that Kroger had requested the use of the triangle piece of property because
it will provide a better layout.
Supervisor Harrison moved to adopt the ordinance. The motion carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Johnson
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Supervisor Nickens
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CONVEYANCE OF LOT 15, LOT 16, AND THE
WESTERN 70 FEET OF LOT 14, FORT LEWIS
ESTATES TO THE INDUSTRIAL
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF ROANOKE
COUNTY IN CONNECTION WITH THE KROGER
PROJECT
WHEREAS, by Deed of Exchange dated October 11, 1996, and recorded
in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Roanoke County, Virginia, in Deed Book
1529, page 1299, the Board of Supervisors acquired Lot No. Fifteen (15), Lot No.
Sixteen (16), and the Western 70 feet of Lot No. Fourteen (14), as shown on the
recorded Map of Fort Lewis Estates, of record in the aforesaid Clerk's Office in Plat
Book 3, at page 51, said real estate being further shown and designated upon the
Roanoke County Land Records as Tax Map No. 55.03-1-18, 55.03-1-19, and 55.03-1-
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WHEREAS, by Resolution #012897-12, the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County authorized and approved an economic development project, known as
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the Kroger Project, and authorized execution of a Performance Agreement with the
Industrial Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia, ("IDA"), and the Kroger
Co.; and,
WHEREAS, the terms of said agreement provide for conveyance to the
IDA of the above-described real estate in connection with the Kroger Project; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to §15.1-511.1 of the Code of Virginia (1950, as
amended), the Board of Supervisors is authorized to donate said real estate to the IDA,
in order for the IDA to fulfill the County's and the IDA's obligations under the above-
described performance agreement in furtherance of the purposes for which the IDA was
created; and,
WHEREAS, Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter directs that the
conveyance of real estate be accomplished by ordinance; the first reading of this
ordinance was held on February 25, 1997; the second reading was held on March 11,
1997.
THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That conveyance of Lot No. Fifteen (15), Lot No. Sixteen (16), and
the Western 70 feet of Lot No. Fourteen (14), as shown on the recorded Map of Fort
Lewis Estates, of record in the aforesaid Clerk's Office in Plat Book 3, at page 51, said
real estate being further shown and designated upon the Roanoke County Land
Records as Tax Map No. 55.03-1-18, 55.03-1-19, and 55.03-1-20, to the Industrial
Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia, is hereby authorized.
2. That upon conveyance of the real estate to the IDA, the IDA shall
assume all obligations and responsibilities of the County provided for in the Agreement
in connection with said property.
3. That the County Administrator or Assistant County Administrators
are hereby authorized to execute such documents and take such actions as may be
necessary to accomplish this conveyance, all of which shall be approved as to form by
the County Attorney.
4. That this ordinance shall be effective on and from the date of its
adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Harrison to adopt the ordinance, and carried by
the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Johnson
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Supervisor Nickens
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2. Ordinance 9ranting a private water line easement across
property owned by Roanoke County to Neysa M. Luckado.
(Gary Robertson. Utility Director)
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There was no discussion of this ordinance. Supervisor Eddy moved to
adopt the ordinance. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS:
None
ORDINANCE 031197-8 AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF AN EASEMENT TO NEYSA
M. LUCKADO TO EXTEND A WATER LINE
OVER CERTAIN PROPERTY OWNED BY THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, (TAX MAP NO.
76.01-1-27)
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County is the owner of
property along Sugar Loaf Mountain Road (Route 692) in the Windsor Hills Magisterial
District; and
WHEREAS, Neysa M. Luckado requires a twenty foot water line
easement across said County property (Tax Map No. 76.01-1-27) in order to provide
water service to her property (Tax Map No. 76.01-1-28.1) as shown on a plat prepared
by Lumsden Associates, P.C., dated 4 February 1997; and
WHEREAS, the proposed water line easement will serve the interests of
the public and is necessary for the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of
the County of Roanoke.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of the Roanoke
County Charter, the acquisition' and disposition of real estate can be authorized only by
ordinance. A first reading of this ordinance was held on February 25, 1997; a second
reading was held on March 11, 1997; and
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2. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 16.01 of the Charter of
Roanoke County, the interests in real estate to be conveyed are hereby declared to be
surplus, and are hereby made available for other public uses by conveyance to Neysa
M. Luckado for the extension of a water line to serve Ms. Luckado's property; and
3. That the donation of a water line easement for extension of a water
line, and related improvements, along County property as shown on a plat prepared by
Lumsden Associates, dated 4 February 1997, to Neysa M. Luckado is hereby
authorized; and
4. That Neysa M. Luckado's offer to purchase the easement for One
Dollar ($1.00) is hereby accepted and the proceeds from the sale of the easement are
to be allocated to the capital reserves of Roanoke County; and
5. Thi~ conveyance is subject to the following conditions:
(a) This easement is a non-exclusive easement so that other property
owners may use and benefit from this easement.
(b) The County reserves the right to relocate this easement and water
line at its expense.
(c) Should Luckado or her successor in interest ever ceases use of
this easement, it shall revert to the County.
(d) Luckado shall comply with all County development rules and
regulations during the installation and maintenance of the water
line in this easement, including erosion and sediment control
measures.
(e) Luckado agrees to restore and repair any actual damage to the
County property which may be directly caused by the construction,
reconstruction, or maintenance of said water line.
6. That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to execute
such documents and take such further actions as may be necessary to accomplish this
conveyance, all of which shall be approved as to form by the County Attorney; and
7. That this ordinance shall be effective on and from the date of its
adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Eddy to adopt the ordinance, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
3. Ordinance to rezone 11.05 acres from R-1 to R-3 to construct
residential condominiums. located on the south side of
Electric Road between McVitty Road and Electric Road.
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Windsor Hills Magisterial District. upon the petition of Radford
& ComDany. (Terrv Harrington. Planning & Zoning Director)
(CONTINUED FROM FEBRUARY 25. 1997)
Mr. Harrington advised that at the February 25 meeting, the Board
postponed a decision on this request until March 11 to give the staff an opportunity to
work with Mr. Radford on several issues pertaining to access to the site. Mr.
Harrington advised as follows: (1) The Virginia Department of Transportation did not
believe that "No U Turns" would be appropriate at the McVitty/Route 419 intersection,
and they would not install a sign at the library median cut prior to or after development
of the Lazarus property. They would only consider it if it became a problem; (2) He and
Library Director Spencer Watt will meet with Eloise Clements who is the owner of
property between the Lazarus tract and the library to discuss coordinated development;
(3) He discussed with attorney Ed Natt the possibility that Mr. Radford would be willing
to proffer the construction of the designated greenways; and (4) He had also
discussed with Mr. Natt the need to explore the potential for the project to have a
primary and secondary access point on McVitty Road.
Supervisor Nickens asked that staff contact VDOT and request in writing
their response that "No U-Turn" signs would not be installed and that staff get more
information on their computer model.
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Mr. Harrington reported that the petitioner is now planning to show a
second access on McVitty Road. The new conditions would be evaluated by the
Planning Commission and brought back to the Board.
Ed Natt, attorney for the petitioner, agreed with the report made by Mr.
Harrington. He advised that at another condominium complex, The Glen, developed
by Mr. Radford also near Route 419, there were very few vehicles accessing the
property. In response to questions, he advised the average age of those living at The
Glen was 65 to 70.
Following additional discussion, Supervisor Eddy moved to refer the issue
back to the Planning Commission for consideration of the revised site plan and that the
Planning Commission recommendation be brought to the Board of Supervisors at their
April 8, 1997 meeting at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
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INRE:
APPOINTMENTS
1... Leaaue of Older Americans - Advisory Council
Supervisor Eddy nominated Dee Pincock to a one year term which will
expire March 31, 1998.
IN RE:
CONSENT AGENDA
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Supervisor Minnix moved to adopt the Consent Resolution. The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 031197-9 APPROVING AND
CONCURRING IN CERTAIN ITEMS SET FORTH
ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA
FOR THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM L
CONSENT AGENDA
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BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, as follows:
1. That the certain section of the agenda of the Board of Supervisors for
March 11, 1997 designated as Item L - Consent Agenda be, and hereby is, approved
and concurred in as to each item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1
through 6, inclusive, as follows:
1. Approval of Minutes - January 28, 1997, February 11, 1997.
2. Acceptance of a grant by the Police Department for Police
Mountain Bicycles.
3. Request to appropriate state funds for Public Assistance for
the Department of Social Services.
4. Adoption of a resolution of appreciation upon the retirement
of the Honorable G. O. Clemens, Judge of the 23rd Judicial
Circuit.
5. Resolutions of Appreciation upon the retirements of Charles
Swain, Parks & Recreation; Eugene Hart, Police
Department; Mason Ferris, Utility Department; and Jerry
Delong, Sheriff's Office; and Reva June Adams, Sheriff's
Office.
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Request for $800 appropriation to the School Grant Funds
from the Virginia Commission of the Arts.
2. That the Clerk to the Board is hereby authorized and directed where
required by law to set forth upon any of said items the separate vote tabulation for any
such item pursuant to this resolution.
On motion of Supervisor Minnix to adopt the Consent Resolution, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION 031197-9.c OF APPRECIATION
TO G. O. CLEMENS FOR SERVICES AS JUDGE
OF THE 23RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF
VIRGINIA, GENERAL DISTRICT COURT AND
CIRCUIT COURT
WHEREAS, G. O. "Tommy" Clemens has served for seventeen years as a
Judge of the General District Court and Circuit Court of the 23rd Judicial District of
Virginia, which serves Roanoke County, the Cities of Salem and Roanoke, and the
Town of Vinton; and
WHEREAS, during his time on the bench, Judge Clemens has been active in
various local, statewide, and national associations, including the Legal Aid Society of
Roanoke Valley, Total Action Against Poverty, the Lutheran Children's Home of the
South, the Virginia Bar Association, the Salem-Roanoke County Bar Association, the
American Judges Association and the American Judicature Society; and
WHEREAS, prior to his appointment to the bench, Judge Clemens served as
Law Clerk to United States District Judge Ted Dalton, as Assistant Town Attorney and
Assistant City Attorney for Salem, and as a partner in the firms of Kime, Jolly &
Clemens and Jolly, Fralin and Clemens; and
WHEREAS, Judge Clemens has served the citizens of the Roanoke Valley in
an equitable and just manner, providing fair hearings and decisions to the hundreds of
people who have passed through his courtroom; and
WHEREAS, Judge Clemens retired from his position as Circuit Court Judge on
January 1, 1997.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, does hereby extend its appreciation and gratitude to G. O.
CLEMENS for his service as General District and Circuit Court Judge for the 23rd
Judicial Circuit of the Commonwealth of Virginia; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors extends its best
wishes to Judge Clemens for a happy, healthy and rewarding retirement.
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On motion of Supervisor Minnix to adopt the Consent Resolution, and carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION 031197-9.d EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY UPON THE
RETIREMENT OF CHARLES SWAIN, PARKS & RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, Charles Swain was first employed on April 30, 1979, as a Parks
Maintenance Worker with the Parks & Recreation Department; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Swain retired on December 1, 1996, with over seventeen
years of dedicated service to Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, the delivery of Roanoke County services to its citizens is
accomplished by dedicated employees such as Mr. Swain who was always willing to
help the public and his fellow employees; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Swain helped maintain a safe, aesthetically pleasing and
enjoyable park setting for all users by his positive and cheerful attitude; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Swain, through his employment with Roanoke County, has
been instrumental in improving the quality of life for its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County expresses its deepest appreciation and the appreciation of the
citizens of Roanoke County to CHARLES SWAIN for over seventeen years of capable,
loyal and dedicated service to Roanoke County.
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors does express its best wishes for a happy,
restful, and productive retirement.
On motion of Supervisor Minnix to adopt the Consent Resolution, and carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION 031197-9.e EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY UPON THE
RETIREMENT OF EUGENE H. HART, POLICE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, Eugene H. Hart was first employed on January 1,1990, in the
Police Department as Communications Officer I; and
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WHEREAS, Mr. Hart retired as Communications Officer II on December 31,
1996, with six years of dedicated service to Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hart was previously employed in the law enforcement field for
thirty-nine years, both as a police officer and a dispatcher; and
WHEREAS, the delivery of Roanoke County services to its citizens is
accomplished by dedicated employees such as Mr. Hart; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hart, through his employment with Roanoke County, has been
instrumental in improving the quality of life for its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County expresses its deepest appreciation and the appreciation of the
citizens of Roanoke County to EUGENE H. HART for six years of capable, loyal and
dedicated service to Roanoke County.
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors does express its best wishes for a happy,
restful, and productive retirement.
On motion of Supervisor Minnix to adopt the Consent Resolution, and carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION 031197-9.f EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY UPON THE
RETIREMENT OF MASON FERRIS, UTILITY DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, Mason Ferris was first employed on March 24, 1976, as a Motor
Equipment Operator I with the Utility Department; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ferris retired on January 1, 1997, with over twenty years of
dedicated service to Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, the delivery of Roanoke County services to its citizens is
accomplished by dedicated employees such as Mr. Ferris; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ferris, through his employment with Roanoke County, has
been instrumental in improving the quality of life for its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County expresses its deepest appreciation and the appreciation of the
citizens of Roanoke County to MASON FERRIS for over twenty years of capable, loyal
and dedicated service to Roanoke County.
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors does express its best wishes for a happy,
restful, and productive retirement.
On motion of Supervisor Minnix to adopt the Consent Resolution, and carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
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RESOLUTION 0312197-9.g EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY UPON THE
RETIREMENT OF JERRY DELONG, SHERIFF'S OFFICE
WHEREAS, Jerry Delong was first employed on September 16, 1980, as a
Deputy Sheriff-Corrections, and served as Deputy Sheriff-Corrections Recreation
Supervisor; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Delong retired on January 1,1997, with over sixteen years
of dedicated service to Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, the delivery of Roanoke County services to its citizens is
accomplished by dedicated employees such as Deputy Delong; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Delong, through his employment with Roanoke County,
has been instrumental in improving the quality of life for its citizens; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Delong has made a positive impression upon the inmates
and helped them to become productive members of our society.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County expresses its deepest appreciation and the appreciation of the
citizens of Roanoke County to JERRY DELONG for over sixteen years of capable,
loyal and dedicated service to Roanoke County.
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors does express its best wishes for a happy,
restful, and productive retirement.
On motion of Supervisor Minnix to adopt the Consent Resolution, and carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION 031197-9.h EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY UPON THE
RETIREMENT OF REV A JUNE ADAMS, SHERIFF'S OFFICE
WHEREAS, Reva June Adams was first employed on January 24, 1987, as a
Deputy Sheriff; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Adams was assigned to the Roanoke County/Salem Jail in
the capacity of Corrections Deputy; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Adams retired on March 1, 1997, with over ten years of
dedicated service to Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, the delivery of Roanoke County services to its citizens is
accomplished by dedicated employees such as Deputy Adams; and
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WHEREAS, Deputy Adams, through her employment with Roanoke County,
has been instrumental in improving the quality of life for its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County expresses its deepest appreciation and the appreciation of the
citizens of Roanoke County to REVA JUNE ADAMS for over ten years of capable, loyal
and dedicated service to Roanoke County.
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors does express its best wishes for a happy,
restful, and productive retirement.
On motion of Supervisor Minnix to adopt the resolution, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
IN RE:
REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
SUDervisor Harrison: (1) Asked about the digging on West Main Street,
and when a retention pond will be constructed at Richfield. Arnold Covey responded
that the retention pond is being constructed now. (2) Wished the Glenvar boys
basketball team success in their game.
SUDervisor Eddy: (1) Asked if anyone planned to attend the public hearing
on March 28 on regional strategic planning. Chairman Johnsoon advised that he
planned to attend. (2) Read an article in the NACO newsletter on a program where
local governments are offering work to help senior citizens pay for their property taxes.
Mr. Hodge responded that he will contact the locality to see how the program works
and if it could be feasible in Roanoke County. (3) Reviewed with the other Board
members the General Assembly legislation outlined in Paul Mahoney's memorandum.
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Supervisor Johnson: Announced that the Board met with Roanoke City
Council for lunch and to discuss issues today, and that the Board plans to schedule
similar meetings with the Vinton Town Council and Salem City Council in the near
future.
IN RE:
REPORTS
Supervisor Johnson moved to receive and file after discussion of items 6 and 7.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote.
IN RE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
General Fund Unappropriated Balance
Capital Fund Unappropriated Balance
Board Contingency Fund
Treasurer's Statement of Accountability per Investments and Portfolio
Policy as of February 28, 1997.
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures as of January 31, 1997.
Progress Report on the Comprehensive Plan.
Status Report on the Dixie Caverns Landfill cleanup.
Status Report on joint Health Insurance Project.
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6.
7.
8.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 4:55 p.m. Supervisor Minnix moved to into Executive Session pursuant to the
Code of Virginia Section 2.1-344 A (3) consideration of the acquisition or use of real
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estate for public purposes, Va. Tech farm; 2.1-344 A (3) disposition of public property,
well lot; 2.1-344 A (7) consultation with legal counsel and briefings by staff pertaining to
specific legal matter. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS:
None
INRE:
CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
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At 5:45 p.m., Supervisor Johnson moved to return to Open Session and adopt
the Certification Resolution, and announced that the agreement with the Town of
Vinton was not discussed. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 031197-10 CERTIFYING EXECUTIVE MEETING WAS
HELD IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CODE OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia has
convened an executive 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 2.1-344.1 of the Code of Virginia requires a certification by
the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, that such executive 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 members
knowledge:
1. Only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting
requirements b"y Virginia law were discussed in the executive meeting which this
certification resolution applies, and
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2. Only such public business matters as were identified in the motion
convening the executive meeting were heard, discussed or considered by the Board of
Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson to adopt the Certification Resolution, and that
the agreement with the Town of Vinton was not discussed, and carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix, Harrison, Nickens, Johnson
NAYS: None
IN RE: WORK SESSIONS
1.. Joint Budget Work Session with the School Board (6:00 p.m.)
The work session was held from 6:05 p.m. to 7:55 p.m. All members of the
School Board were present. School Superintendent Dr. Deanna Gordon introduced the
members of the non-salary budget committee who were present.
Dr. Jerry Hardy, Director of Budget and Data Management, showed a slide
presentation on the proposed 1997/98 School budget. He advised that salary
increases were budgeted at 3.2% average and each one percent cost $633,000.
He reported that some of the budgeted increases included $150,000 for
increased group health insurance costs, and 136% increase in the vocational education
budget based on recommendations made by a committee of businesses. The School
Board presented a budget that had an unfunded balance of $5,871,743. Dr. Gordon
explained that the budget was based on the addition of 75 new students next year.
She advised the Committee priorities were (1) salaries, (2) safety; and (3) educational
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programs. She reported that the budget included a seniority bonus increase of $500 to
$1,000 for teachers with 30 years.
In response to a question from Supervisor Eddy, Mr. Hodge advised that $1
million had been set aside for capital needs before the new revenues were divided
between the Schools and County.
There was a discussion of possible savings if the County took over the School
and/or County garages. Supervisor Johnson advised that he understand that $300,000
savings could be realized by July 1, 1998. Mr. Hodge responded that staff would bring
back a report to the next meeting showing savings of $200,000 from the County
garage. Supervisor Johnson suggested that any savings go into School capital.
2.. Budget Work Session
The work session was held from 8:00 p.m. to 9:25 p.m.
General Services Director Bill Rand reported on the vehicle inventory advising
that there are 419 authorized vehicles. There are currently 417 vehicles with two on
order. In response to a question from Supervisor Eddy, Mr. Rand advised that they
looked at adjusting the computer program to a numerical rating but felt that it was not
worth the expense to make the change. There are 18 replacement vehicles funded in
the proposed budget at a cost of $410,600.
Budget Manager Brent Robertson presented the budget priorities of the Public
Safety, Human Services, Community Services and Internal Support teams. Supervisor
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Eddy asked for the details of all the department addbacks, and Mr. Robertson
responded that he would make them available to the Board.
The first priority for the Human Services team was a locally funded dental
program and Supervisors Nickens, Johnson and Eddy expressed support for the
program.
There was a discussion on the requested Maintenance Work Programs.
Supervisor Eddy suggested that the County have a regular maintenance budget to be
allocated. Supervisor Harrison requested that the pavement at Green Hill Park be
improved. In response to a question from Supervisor Nickens, Mr. Hodge advised that
none of the proposed maintenance projects are included in the proposed budget.
INRE:
OTHER BUSINESS
Chairman Johnson asked that the County allow employees to volunteer their
time assisting the Midwest flood victims.
IN RE:
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Johnson adjourned the meeting at 9:26 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on March
17, 1997 at the Brambleton Center, 3738 Brambleton Avenue for the purpose of a joint
meeting with the School Board and Blue Ribbon Commission.
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