HomeMy WebLinkAbout8/18/2026 - Adopted Board Records ACTION NO. 081826-1
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: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Resolution recognizing a Roanoke County Employee for exemplary service to Roanoke
County. (Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator)
Submitted By: Rhonda Perdue, Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
-7 This time has been set aside to recognize a Roanoke County employee for exemplary
service to Roanoke County.
Background:
Discussion:
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends adoption of this resolution.
Vote:
Supervisor Hooker moved to adopt the resolution. Supervisor Mahoney seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
CC: Uma Marques, Director of Information Technology
Jennifer Chitwood
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
RESOLUTION 081826-1 RECOGNIZING JENNIFER CHITWOOD FOR HER
EXEMPLARY SERVICE TO ROANOKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Ms. Jennifer Chitwood, who currently serves as the infrastructure
services manager in Information Technology department, has been serving the County for
24.5 years in an exemplary manner; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Chitwood, with her deep expertise as a technologist, has been
instrumental in supporting a number of roles in IT over her career, including end-user
devices support, security operations support and overall infrastructure management; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Chitwood is currently working on streamlining the County's
processes for managing mobile devices; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Chitwood identified an available change in the county's contractual
rates with our primary mobile device service provider that has the potential to save the
County approximately $50,000 in annual savings; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Chitwood also led the County's migration to cloud based telephony
system, an upgrade that eliminated on-premise hardware, improved reliability, and enabled
true user mobility—allowing staff to answer their office numbers from any location; and
WHEREAS the project included the migration and configuration of 2,094 includes
individual and shared, common space telephony hardware and virtual phones, 1,065
voicemail boxes, and 160 automated attendants, along with enhanced 911 services and
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paging integration, and supported by County-wide training; and
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WHEREAS, Ms. Chitwood led a conversation with about 80 attendees to brief
several local governments in the Commonwealth on our success and lessons learned,
establishing the County's though leadership in this area; and
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 Jennifer Chitwood for her dedicated service to Roanoke County; and
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors does express its best wishes for continued
success in the future.
On motion of Supervisor Hooker to adopt the resolution; seconded by
Supervisor Mahoney and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: None
A COPY TESTE:
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CC: Uma Marques, B. ctor of Information Technology
Jennifer Chitwood
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ACTION NO. 081826-2
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: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Proclamation recognizing August 31, 2026, as International Overdose Awareness Day.
(Bailey Medeiros, Director, Roanoke Valley Collective Response)
Submitted By: Rhonda Perdue, Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Roanoke Valley Collective Response, a program of RVARC, has requested the Roanoke
County Board of Supervisors to adopt a Proclamation recognizing August 31, 2026, as
International Overdose Awareness Day.
Background:
Roanoke Valley Collective Response (RVCR), a program of the Roanoke Valley-
Alleghany Regional Commission (RVARC) requests that Roanoke County Board of
Supervisors recognize August 31, 2026, as International Overdose Awareness Day. The
observance remembers people lost to overdose, acknowledges people and families
affected by overdose, reduces stigma, and promotes education and life-saving
community action. The 2026 theme is "25 Years On. Still Needed." RVCR will host a
regional observance on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at the Taubman Museum of Art,
Roanoke, Virginia.
Discussion:
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends adoption of the Proclamation recognizing August 31, 2026, as
International Overdose Awareness Day.
Vote:
Supervisor North moved to adopt the proclamation. Supervisor Radford seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No 1 Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
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RECOGNIZING AUGUST 31,2026,AS
INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY
WHEREAS, Roanoke County recognizes the profound harm caused by fatal and nonfatal overdose
and the grief,trauma,and lasting effects experienced by individuals,families,friends,
first responders,service providers,and communities;and
WHEREAS, International Overdose Awareness Day is observed worldwide on August 31 to
remember people lost to overdose,acknowledge people living with Injury or grief,
reduce stigma,and promote practical actions that prevent overdose and save lives;
and
WHEREAS, The Virginia Department of Health reported 1,548 drug overdose deaths among
Virginia residents in 2024, and more than two-thirds involved fentanyl or other
synthetic opioids.These losses demonstrate that overdose remains an urgent and
preventable public health concern requiring continued community attention;and
WHEREAS, the 2026 International Overdose Awareness Day theme,"25 Years On.Still Needed.",
honors 25 years of remembrance and action while calling communities to continue
education,compassionate engagement,timely access to care and support,naloxone
awareness and training,treatment,recovery support,and coordinated response;and
WHEREAS, Roanoke Valley Collective Response (RVCR), a program of the Roanoke Valley-
Allegheny Regional Commission(RVARC)brings together partners across prevention,
treatment,overdose reversal,recovery,public safety,health care,local government,
and family support;and
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT PROCLAIMED by Roanoke County Board of Supervisors that August 31,
2026,is recognized as INTERNATIONAL OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY In Roanoke County;and
residents are encouraged to remember those lost,support people and families affected by overdose,
learn to recognize and respond to overdose,reduce stigma,and strengthen pathways to prevention,
treatment,recovery,and wellness.
Presented this 18th day of August 2026
Tammy E.Shepherd
David F.Radford
Martha B.Hooker
Phil C.North
Paul M.Mahoney
ACTION NO. 081826-3
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: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Resolution authorizing the abandonment of State Route 9375 located at 3115 West Main
Street(Fort Lewis Elementary School)which is in the Virginia Department of Transportation's
secondary system, Catawba Magisterial District. (Megan Cronise, Assistant Director of
Planning)
Submitted By: Megan G. Cronise, Assistant Director of Planning
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
A resolution is needed to request that the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
abandon the right-of-way for State Route 9375, which is no longer in use.
Background:
Prior to 2011, Fort Lewis Elementary School located at 3115 West Main Street had a bus pick-
up and drop-off lane in front of the school that connected the school parking lot to West Main
Street. This bus lane measures about 150 feet in length and is designated as State Route
9375 by VDOT. In 2011, school renovations and site improvements relocated the bus pick-
up and drop-off lane, removed the pavement and converted it to green space. The State
Route 9375 right-of-way remained in the VDOT secondary system.
Discussion:
VDOT Salem Residency staff requested in late 2025 that Roanoke County abandon the right-
of-way for State Route 9375 that is no longer used as a roadway but is still included as right-
of-way in the VDOT secondary system to allow VDOT to reconcile its records. Pursuant to
§33.2-909 of the Code of Virginia, "a county governing body or an interested landowner can
initiate the §33.2-909 abandonment of a secondary road or segment that is deemed to no
longer be necessary for the uses of the highway system."
In January, February and March 2026, Roanoke County staff discussed the proposed
abandonment action and schedule with Roanoke County staff, Supervisor Hooker, Roanoke
County Public Schools Administration staff and Fort Lewis Elementary School Principal
Hires-Smith. Roanoke County Public Schools Superintendent, Dr. Ken Nicely, provided a
letter of support for the abandonment on February 20, 2026. It was agreed that the
abandonment process would start after the last day of school in May and would conclude in
mid-August. In June 2026, Roanoke County staff started the process outlined in §33.2-909:
1. Notice of Intent to Abandon (NOIA) process was initiated on June 8, 2026, and
concluded on July 7, 2026; and
2. Public Hearing Advertisement process was initiated on July 13, 2026, and concludes
with the public hearing on August 18, 2026.
The NOIA and the Public Hearing Advertisement processes included:
• Posting two sets of three signs along the right-of-way to be abandoned for at least 30
days each;
• Publishing the NOIA and the Public Hearing actions twice each in the newspaper;
• Sending two rounds of letters to adjoining and nearby property owners; and
• Providing materials to Fort Lewis Elementary School in May and in August explaining
the abandonment action and process.
No public comments have been received during the NOIA process or during the Public
Hearing Advertisement process.
Pursuant to§33.2-909,within four months after the public hearing,the Board of Supervisors
shall:
1. Approve a resolution abandoning the section of highway; or
2. Dismiss the proposed abandonment and provide VDOT a resolution indicating that
the locality does not support the abandonment and requests that the mileage remain
in the VDOT inventory.
Fiscal Impact:
None.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends holding the public hearing and adopting the resolution.
Vote:
Supervisor Hooker moved to adopt the resolution. Supervisor North seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney // ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑` ❑
CC: Megan Cronise, Assistant Director of Planning
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER, ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
RESOLUTION 081826-3 AUTHORIZING THE ABANDONMENT OF
STATE ROUTE 9375 LOCATED AT 3115 WEST MAIN STREET (FORT
LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) WHICH IS IN THE VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION'S SECONDARY SYSTEM,
CATAWBA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, Virginia Code § 33.2-909 provides that the "governing body of any
county on its own motion or upon petition of any interested landowner may cause any
section of the secondary state highway system ...- deemed by it to be no longer
necessary for the uses of the secondary state highway system to be abandoned
altogether as a public highway"; and
WHEREAS, on October 28, 2025, Roanoke County received a request from the
VDOT Salem Residency to abandon State Route 9357, Fort Lewis Elementary School's
previous driveway located at 3115 West Main Street, which was a 150-foot-long road segment
that once connected Fort Lewis Elementary School's driveway with West Main Street and was
removed in 2011; and
WHEREAS, public notice of the proposed abandonment was posted as
prescribed by Virginia Code § 33.2-909 announcing the Board's intention to
abandon the segment of road described below from the Virginia Department of
Transportation's Secondary System of State Highways; and
WHEREAS, after considering all evidence available, the Board is satisfied that no
public necessity exists for the continuance of the portion of State Route 9375 which has
been proposed to be abandoned; and
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Transportation was
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provided the prescribed notice of this Board's intent to abandon the subject segment of
road;and
WHEREAS, the said portion of State Route 9375 is no longer needed as part of the
Virginia Department of Transportation's Secondary System of State Highways.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, as follows:
1. The Board of Supervisors authorizes the abandonment of the above-
described State Route 9375 and requests that it be removed from the
Virginia Department of Transportation's Secondary System of State
Highways pursuant to Virginia Code § 33.2-909.
2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
3. A certified copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Resident
Engineer of the Virginia Department of Transportation.
On motion of Supervisor Hooker to adopt the resolution; seconded by
Supervisor North and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervis Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: No
A COPY TESTE:
h . Caywood, P. .
County Administrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Megan Cronise, Assistant Director of Planning
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Form AM 4.3 ICR ID:36997046
(Rev 05/14/2026) NONE
VDDT COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Form AM 4.3
In Roanoke County
by Resolution of the goy-- ing body adopted 8/18/2026
The following VDOT Form AM-4.3 is hereby attache. •nd incorporated as part of a gover ' s resolutio. ., changes I. e
se••ndarys ofs�ae-'_h, 1s.
A Copy Testee Signed(County Or ci- .
Report of Ch•nges in t Seco-dary Syste- - State Highways
Project/Sub.' '>'• : SC-9357. Roanoke County)E&O ICR 06/25/2020
CHANGE TYPE RTE NUM& CHANGE FROM TERMINI TO TERMINI LENGTH NUMBER OF RECORDAT', ROW
STREET NAME DESCRIPTION LANES ION WIDTH
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Abandonment Rt.9357-Ft Lewis Intersection w/ Intersection w/ 0.04 2 0
Elementary School West Main Street, West Main Street,
Bus Loop Route 11/460 Route 11/460
ACTION NO. 081826-4
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: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget for General Operating Revenues
and Expenditures by $140,324 and appropriating $140,324 to the General Government
Fund from the Commonwealth of Virginia for the County of Roanoke Department of Social
Services increasing the minimum annual salary for Family Services Specialists to
$55,000. (Steve Elliott, Budget Administrator) (First Reading and Request for Second
Reading)
Submitted By: Steve Elliott, Budget Administrator
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Ordinance to amend the fiscal year 2026-2027 general operating budget by $140,324 to
increase the minimum annual salary for Family Services Specialists to $55,000.
Background:
The state biennium budget was signed by the Governor on June 29, 2026. Included in
the budget was a provision and funding to increase the minimum annual salary for Family
Services Specialists to $55,000. As a result, adjustments are necessary to align the
County's budget with finalized state revenues, expenditures, and program funding.
Discussion:.
The proposed budget amendment incorporates changes resulting from the adopted state
budget that affect County operations. These adjustments include revisions to state
revenues and corresponding expenditures for Social Services programs administered by
the County, specifically, the minimum salaries for Family Services Specialists where
funding levels differed from the estimates used during budget development. The
amendment ensures the County's budget accurately reflects the final state appropriations
and provides the necessary spending authority for these programs.
Fiscal Impact:
Approval of this ordinance will adjust general operating revenues and expenditures by
$140,324 to increase minimum annual salaries of Family Services Specialists to
$55,000 including associated benefits. The amendment reflects changes in state
funding and associated expenditures and does not require the use of additional County
general fund revenues. This adjustment will be retroactive to July 1, 2026.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approving the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling the second
reading for September 8, 2026.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading for September 8, 2026. Supervisor Hooker seconded the motion.
Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford
Ms. Hooker
Mr. North
Mr. Mahoney
Ms. Shepherd 111 CI
ACTION NO. 081826-5
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: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
The petition of Network Towers II, LLC to obtain a special use permit to construct a
wireless communication facility, class 3 approximately 199 feet in height on approximately
2.62 acres zoned I-1, Low Intensity Industrial District, located at 0 Meacham Road and
6155 Twine Hollow Road, Catawba Magisterial District. (Philip Thompson, Director of
Planning) (Second Reading and Public Hearing)
Submitted By: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Agenda item for second reading and public hearing of an ordinance for a special use
permit for a 199-foot wireless communication facility (cell tower).
Background:
The Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance defines a wireless communication facility as "all
infrastructure and equipment including, but not limited to, antenna support structures,
antennas, transmission cables, equipment shelters, equipment cabinets, utility
pedestals, ground equipment, fencing, signage and other ancillary equipment
associated with the transmission or reception of wireless communications."
A wireless communication facility, class 3, is defined as "Wireless communication
facilities with a height greater than one hundred twenty (120) feet but less than or equal
to one hundred ninety-nine (199) feet above ground level (AGL)."
A wireless communication facility, class 3, is only permitted in the I-1, Low Intensity
Industrial District with an approved special use permit.
Discussion:
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on this petition on August 4, 2026. No
citizens spoke during the public hearing. The Planning Commission discussed that T-
Mobile is currently the only provider to be located on the tower, the number of providers
the tower could hold, the lack of adequate coverage for T-Mobile, base elevation and
tower height, inadequacy of existing tower that T Mobile is located on, industrial zoning
of the property, surrounding zoning and land uses, and the future land use designation.
The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the special use permit for a
wireless communication facility, class 3, with the following conditions:
1. The site shall be developed in substantial conformance with the application site plan
dated April 15, 2026, prepared by NB+C Engineering Services, LLC, subject to any
revisions required during the comprehensive site plan review process.
2. The maximum height of the wireless communication facility, class 3, shall be 199
feet.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors approve the second reading of an
ordinance for a special use permit to construct a wireless communication facility, class
3, with the following conditions:
1. The site shall be developed in substantial conformance with the application site plan
dated April 15, 2026, prepared by NB+C Engineering Services, LLC, subject to any
revisions required during the comprehensive site plan review process.
2. The maximum height of the wireless communication facility, class 3, shall be 199
feet.
Vote:
Supervisor Hooker found that the proposed special use permit:
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 obtain a special use permit,
with the following conditions:
1. The site shall be developed in substantial conformance with the application site
plan dated April 15, 2026, prepared by NB+C Engineering Services, LLC, subject
to any revisions required during the comprehensive site plan review process.
2. The maximum height of the wireless communication facility, class 3, shall be 199
feet.
Supervisor North seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
CC: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
ORDINANCE 081826-5 APPROVING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT A
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITY, CLASS 3, APPROXIMATELY 199 FEET IN
HEIGHT ON APPROXIMATELY 2.62 ACRES ZONED I-1 (LOW INTENSITY
INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT, LOCATED AT 6155 TWINE HOLLOW ROAD AND 0
MEACHAM ROAD, IN THE CATAWBA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, Network Towers II, LLC has petitioned to obtain a special use permit
to construct a wireless communication facility, Class 3, approximately 199 feet in height
on approximately 2.62 acres zoned I-1 (Low Intensity Industrial) District located at 6155
Twine Hollow Road and 0 Meacham Road, Catawba Magisterial District(Roanoke County
Tax Parcel #063.04-03-18.03-0000 and 063.04-03-18.00-0000); and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on July 14, 2026, and the
second reading and public hearing were held on August 18, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on
this matter on August 4, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission recommends approval of
the petition, with two (2) conditions; and
WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement have been provided as required by
law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. The Board finds that the special use permit meets the requirements of
Section 30-19-1 of the Roanoke County Code and that the proposed special
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use conforms with the standards set forth in article IV, use and design
standards of the Roanoke County Zoning Ordinance;
2. The Board further finds that the special use permit is in conformance with
the Roanoke County Comprehensive Plan;
3. The Board further finds that the special use permit will have a minimum
adverse impact on the surrounding neighborhood and community;
4. The petition of Network Towers II, LLC to obtain a special use permit to
construct a wireless communication facility, Class 3, approximately 199 feet
in height on approximately 2.62 acres zoned I-1 (Low Intensity Industrial)
District located at 6155 Twine Hollow Road and 0 Meacham Road, Catawba
Magisterial District (Roanoke County Tax Parcel #063.04-03-18.03-0000
and 063.04-03-18.00-0000) is approved with the following two (2)
conditions:
1) The site shall be developed in substantial conformance with the
application site plan dated April 15, 2026, prepared by NB+C
Engineering Services, LLC, subject to any revisions required during
the comprehensive site plan review process.
2) The maximum height of the wireless communication facility, class 3,
shall be 199 feet.
5. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its final
passage. The Zoning Administrator is directed to amend the zoning district
map to reflect the change in zoning classification authorized by this
ordinance.
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On motion of Supervisor Hooker to approve the ordinance; seconded by
Supervisor North and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: None
A COPY TESTE:
LRicha, L. ywood, P.E.
y ministrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
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ACTION NO. 081826-6
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: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
The petition of the Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County to rezone
approximately 1.36 acres zoned C-2C, High Intensity Commercial with Conditions, to
remove proffered conditions from the property located at 2222 Electric Road, Windsor
Hills Magisterial District. (Philip Thompson, Director of Planning) (Second Reading and
Public Hearing)
Submitted By: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Agenda item for second reading of an ordinance and public hearing to remove proffered
conditions from a commercial property.
Background:
In 1983, Nelson Repair Services, Inc. (William M. Nelson) filed a petition to rezone this
property from R-3, Residential District, to B-2, Business District, for the purpose of
constructing a retail building with rental space. The Board of Supervisors approved the
rezoning with proffered conditions which eliminate many potential uses. The building
was constructed in 1983, and it has operated as office space for over forty years.
Discussion:
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on this petition on August 4, 2026. One
citizen representing the Heather Park Homeowners Association spoke during the public
hearing. She inquired if the property would be used for industrial use and mentioned
concerns about protecting property values in their community.
The Planning Commission discussed the development history of the property, the
removal of the proffered conditions would allow by-right commercial uses, the proffered
conditions, proffer removal project process, the benefit of removing outdated proffered
conditions for future development and redevelopment opportunities, property located on
a high traffic volume corridor, future land use designation, surrounding zoning, and
implementing the recommendation in the Roanoke County 200 Plan and Board of
Supervisors Strategic Plan.
The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the rezoning to remove the
proffered conditions from the property.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Board of Supervisors approve the second reading of an
ordinance to rezone approximately 1.36 acres zoned C-2C, High Intensity Commercial
District with Conditions, to remove proffered conditions from the property located at
2222 Electric Road.
Vote:
Supervisor Radford found that the proposed zoning request:
1. Is consistent with the purpose and intent of the County's adopted comprehensive
plan, and
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 Shepherd seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
CC: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
ORDINANCE 081826-6 REZONING APPROXIMATELY 1.36 ACRES OF LAND FROM
C-2C (HIGH INTENSITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT WITH CONDITIONS) TO REMOVE
PROFFERED CONDITIONS FROM PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2222 ELECTRIC ROAD
(ROANOKE COUNTY TAX MAP #076.07-02-50.00-0000), WINDSOR HILLS
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia is
requesting to rezone approximately 1.36 acres of land from C-2C (High Intensity
Commercial District with Conditions) to remove proffered conditions associated with a
1983 rezoning from property located at 2222 Electric Road (Roanoke County Tax Map
#076.07-02-50.00-0000), in the Windsor Hills Magisterial District; and
WHEREAS, the subject property underwent a rezoning from R-3 (Residential
District) to B-2 (Business District) for the purpose of constructing a retail building with
rental space, which was approved by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia with conditions on September 27, 1983; and
WHEREAS, approval of the request to remove the proffered conditions associated
with the property would remove use and design restrictions and allow for future
development and redevelopment opportunities on a commercially zoned property that
meets all of the land use determinants of the Roanoke County 200 Plan's future land use
designation; and
WHEREAS, the recommendations of the Roanoke County 200 Plan include
removal of outdated proffer conditions on certain properties in order to promote
redevelopment and expedite the development process; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on July 14, 2026, and the
second reading and public hearing were held on August 18, 2026; and
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WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on
this matter on August 4, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommends approval of the petition as
requested; and
WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement have been provided as required by
law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. The petition of the Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County,
Virginia to rezone approximately 1.36 acres of land from C-2C (High
Intensity Commercial District with Conditions) to remove proffered
conditions associated with a 1983 rezoning from property located at 2222
Electric Road (Roanoke County Tax Map #076.07-02-50.00-0000), in the
Windsor Hills Magisterial District, is hereby approved.
2. The Board finds that the request as submitted is in conformance with the
Roanoke County Comprehensive Plan.
3. The Board further finds that approval of the request is good zoning
practice, and will not result in substantial detriment to the community.
4. The proffered conditions imposed on the property by the Board of
Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia on September 27, 1983 are
hereby removed.
5. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its final
passage. The Zoning Administrator is directed to amend the zoning district
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map to reflect the change in zoning classification authorized by this
ordinance.
On motion of Supervisor Radford to approve the ordinance; seconded by
Supervisor Shepherd and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: None
A COPY TESTE:
)111,461
Richar,. 'aywood, P.E.
Co ► �''A dministrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
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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, AUGUST 18, 2026
RESOLUTION 081826-7.a-r APPROVING AND CONCURRING IN
CERTAIN ITEMS SET FORTH ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
AGENDA FOR THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM G - 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 August 18,
2026, designated as Item G -Consent Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred
in as to each item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1 through 18
inclusive, as follows:
1. Approval of minutes —July 14, 2026
2. Approval of minutes—August 3, 2026
3. Request to accept and allocate grant funds of$58,806.85 from the Virginia
Department of Health Rescue Squad Assistance Fund along with a local
match of$58,806.85 for a total of 117,613.70.
4. Ordinance 1) accepting funds in the amount of $724,800 from the Virginia
Department of Rail and Public Transportation(DRPT)and appropriating such
funds to the County's grant fund for operation of the CORTRAN program, and
2) reallocating $30,200 from the CORTRAN budget in the operating fund to
the grant fund for the required match for operation of the CORTRAN
program. (First Reading and Request for Second Reading).
5. Ordinance to accept and appropriate grant funds in the amount of$201,500
from the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority along with additional existing
County Opioid Funds in the amount of$199,326 directly received from Opioid
Abatement Settlement Funds. (First Reading and Request for Second
Reading)
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6. Ordinance accepting and appropriating $328,811 from the Virginia
Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) for use by the Roanoke
County Police Department for eight School Resource Officers. (Second
Reading)
7. The petition of Comfort Systems USA Shoffner to obtain a special use permit
to operate a construction yard on approximately 6.6 acres zoned I-1, Low
Intensity Industrial District, located at 3941 West Main Street, Catawba
Magisterial District. (First Reading and Request for Second Reading and
Public Hearing)
8. The petition of RYT, LLC to rezone approximately 19.456 acres from AR,
Agricultural/Residential District, and ARS,Agricultural/Residential District with
Special Use Permit, to I-1, Low Intensity Industrial District, and to obtain a
special use permit for automobile dealership, and to obtain a special use
permit fora construction yard, located at 1924 Loch Haven Drive, 1928 Loch
Haven Drive, and 0 Loch Haven Drive, Catawba Magisterial District. (First
Reading and Request for Second Reading and Public Hearing)
9. The petition of Kent A. Wheeler and K&K Corporation of Roanoke to rezone
approximately 6.544 acres from 1-2, High Intensity Industrial District,to AG-1,
Agricultural/Rural Low Density District, located at 5454 Aerospace Road,
Vinton Magisterial District. (First Reading and Request for Second Reading
and Public Hearing)
10.The petition of Plantation Development, LLC to rezone approximately 0.66
acre from R-2, Medium Density Residential District, to C-2, High Intensity
Commercial District, located at 7531 Friendship Lane and 7535 Friendship
Lane, Hollins Magisterial District. (First Reading and Request for Second
Reading and Public Hearing)
11.Request to accept and allocate $25,699 from the 2025 BJA FY25 Edward
Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program — Local Formula.
12.Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of$8,000 from the
Virginia Department of Fire Programs, Conference and Education Assistance
Grant Program to Roanoke County Fire & Rescue Department.
13.Ordinance amending Chapter 8.1 (Erosion and Stormwater Management
Program, Section 26 — Fees) of the Roanoke County Code to reflect the
newly amended Fee Structure of the Virginia Department of Environmental
Quality (DEQ). (First Reading and Request for Second Reading)
14.Resolution requesting the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to
accept Palmetto Bluff Road in the Vinton Magisterial District into the VDOT
Secondary Road System.
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15.Ordinance Authorizing the Conveyance of 50 Square Feet of Unimproved
Martindale Avenue Right-of-Way to the Virginia Department of Transportation
(VDOT)for Interstate 81 Widening, Hollins Magisterial District. (First Reading
and Request for Second Reading)
16.Resolution Establishing an Administrative Procedure for Reviewing Requests
for Food Vendors to Temporarily Continue Use of Expanded Polystyrene
Food Containers.
17.Resolution Authorizing an Economic Development Performance Agreement
with the County of Roanoke, Virginia, AB II 419, LLC, and the Economic
Development Authority of Roanoke County.
18.Request to accept and allocate $37,500 in grant funding from the Western
Virginia EMS Council to support the implementation of a prehospital Whole
Blood Program within the Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Department.
On motion of Supervisor Mahoney to adopt all matters on the consent agenda;
seconded by Supervisor Hooker and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervise Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: e e
A COPY TESTE:
Ric +� L. Caywood, P.E.
,e.unty Administrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Laurie Gearheart, Chief Financial Officer
Joshua Pegram, Finance
C. Travis Griffith, Chief, Fire and Rescue
Michael Poindexter, Chief of Police
Tarek Moneir, Director of Development Services
Peter S. Lubeck, County Attorney
Megan Baker, Director of Economic Development
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ACTION NO. 081826-7.c
ITEM NO. G.3
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Request to Accept and Allocate grant funds of $58,806.85 from the Virginia Department
of Health Rescue Squad Assistance Fund along with a local match of $58,806.85 for a
total of 117,613.70
Submitted By: Jennifer Sexton, Business Coordinator
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Request to accept and allocate grant funding from the Virginia Department of Health
(VDH) Rescue Squad Assistance Fund (RSAF) in the amount of$58,806.85 for the
purchase of two (2) Stryker LIFEPAK 35 Defibrillators. The grant is a 50/50 matching
grant with a total project cost of$117,613.70. State funding will provide $58,806.85, with
a required local match of$58,806.85.
Background:
The Virginia Department of Health's(VDH) Rescue Squad Assistance Fund (RSAF) Grant
Program provides financial assistance to eligible emergency medical services (EMS)
agencies and organizations throughout the Commonwealth. The competitive grant
program supports the purchase of EMS vehicles and equipment, technology, EMS
management systems, training, and other initiatives that enhance EMS service delivery
and improve the recruitment and retention of EMS personnel.
Roanoke County Fire & Rescue applied for and was awarded an RSAF 50/50 grant in
the amount of$58,806.85 to purchase two (2) Stryker LIFEPAK 35 Defibrillators. The
new cardiac monitor/defibrillators will replace aging equipment, improve patient
assessment and monitoring capabilities, and ensure emergency responders have
reliable, state-of-the-art equipment to provide lifesaving care. The awarded amount is
50% of the grant total and a fifty percent (50%) local match is required.
Discussion:
Roanoke County Fire & Rescue continues to replace aging emergency medical
equipment to ensure reliable delivery of service and maintain the highest standard of
patient care. Through the Virginia Department of Health's Rescue Squad Assistance
Fund (RSAF) Grant Program, the department has been awarded $58,806.85,
representing 50% of the total project cost, to purchase two (2) Stryker LIFEPAK 35
defibrillators. The remaining 50% local match, also totaling $58,806.85, will be funded by
Roanoke County in accordance with the grant requirements.
Fiscal Impact:
The total VDH grant award is $117,613.70, with 50% funded by the state and the remaining
50% provided as matching funds by Fire and Rescue.The required match will come from the
FY2027 Fire & Rescue operating budget.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends the acceptance and allocation of grant funds in the amount of
$58,806.85 from the Virginia Department of Health's Rescue Squad Assistance Fund
(RSAF) Grant Program with the required local match of $58,806.85 for a total of
$117,613.70 to the grant fund.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to accept and allocate the grant funds. Supervisor Hooker
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford /1 ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
CC: C. Travis Griffith, Chief, Fire and Rescue
Laurie Gearheart, Chief Financial Officer
Joshua Pegram, Finance
ACTION NO. 081826-7.d
ITEM NO. G.4
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Ordinance 1) accepting funds in the amount of$724,800 from the Virginia Department of
Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT)and appropriating such funds to the County's grant
fund for operation of the CORTRAN program, and 2) reallocating $30,200 from the
CORTRAN budget in the operating fund to the grant fund for the required match for
operation of the CORTRAN program. (First Reading and Request for Second Reading).
Submitted By: Paula Benke, Transit Planner
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Accept funds in the amount of$724,800 from the Virginia Department of Rail and Public
Transportation (DRPT) and appropriating such funds to the County's grant fund for
operation of the CORTRAN program. Reallocate $30,200 from the CORTRAN budget in
the operating fund to the grant fund for the required match for operation of the
CORTRAN program.
Background:
The CORTRAN program was established in 1985 in order to help County residents
remain in their homes and independent with curb-to-curb transportation from their
homes to destinations within Roanoke County, the City of Roanoke, the City of Salem
and the Town of Vinton. The program is currently structured so that Roanoke County
residents are eligible to use the CORTRAN program if they are either 65 years of age or
better, or if they have a disability.
While Roanoke County funds the program annually, staff started applying for grant
funding through (DRPT) for fiscal year 2022 to offset the County's cost of the program.
Previous awards include:
Fiscal Year Requested Amount Awarded Amount Local Match
2022 $207,568 $119,008 urban only $61,334
2023 $613,338 $538,000 urban and rural $21,520
2024 $746,626 $465,091 urban and rural $19,379
2025 $853,187 $647,774 urban and rural $26,991
2026 $710,400 $510,060.48 urban and rural $21,252.52
Discussion:
Staff applied for FTA 5310 funding through DRPT on February 1, 2026. The
Commonwealth Transportation Board adopted the Six-Year Improvement Program on
June 17, 2026, which included an award of$755,000 for the CORTRAN program, with
the breakdown being $724,800 Federal and State funds and a required local match of
$30,200.The FTA Section 5310 grant for rural and urban funding is limited to being
reimbursed monthly starting October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
Fiscal Impact:
Roanoke County was awarded $195,696 in rural capital funding and $529,104 in urban
capital funding totaling $724,800 for the CORTRAN program, which represents 80
percent (80%) Federal funding,16 percent (16%) State funding and requires a four
percent (4%) local match of$30,200 for a total grant of$755,000.
The FTA Section 5310 grant funding will be used to offset the monthly cost of the
CORTRAN program. The local match funding is available in the CORTRAN fiscal year
2027 budget.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommend approval of the first reading of the ordinance and requests scheduling
of the second reading for September 8, 2026.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading for September 8, 2026. Supervisor Hooker seconded the motion.
Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford
Ms. Hooker 111
Mr. North
Mr. Mahoney ® 0
Ms. Shepherd
ACTION NO. 081826-7.e
ITEM NO. G.5
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Ordinance to accept and appropriate grant funds in the amount of $201,500 from the
Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority along with additional existing County Opioid Funds
in the amount of $199,326 directly received from Opioid Abatement Settlement Funds.
(First Reading and Request for Second Reading)
Submitted By: Joshua Fridley, Constituent Services Administrator
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Ordinance to accept and appropriate $201,500 from the Virginia Opioid Abatement
Authority to abate and remediate the opioid epidemic in Roanoke County along with
contributions of $199,326 from the Opioid Abatement Settlement Funds received by
Roanoke County.
Background:
The Opioid Abatement Authority (OAA) is an independent body, the purpose of which is
to abate and remediate the opioid epidemic in the Commonwealth through financial
support from the Fund, in the form of grants, donations, or other assistance, for efforts
to treat, prevent, and reduce opioid use disorder and the misuse of opioids in the
Commonwealth.
On February 24, 2026 a work session presentation to discuss Roanoke County's
participation in the Fiscal Year 2027 Opioid Abatement Grant application window was
held.At the consensus of the Board several individual and cooperative grant applications
were submitted.
Discussion:
The Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority has awarded Roanoke County grant funds to
assist in the abatement and remediation of the opioid epidemic to the following
programs in the following amounts for the Fiscal Year 2027.
Individual Grants:
Partnership for Community Wellness - $161,500 grant for Fiscal Year 2027.
Family Service of Roanoke Valley- $40,000 with additional existing County opioid funds
directly received from Opioid Abatement settlements of$4,000 for a total project of
$44,000 for Fiscal Year 2027.
Additionally, the County in cooperation with the City of Roanoke was awarded the
following cooperative grants. The City of Roanoke is the fiscal agent for these projects.
Cooperative Grants:
Roanoke Valley Collective Response - $371,582 with additional existing County opioid
funds directly received from Opioid Abatement settlements of $25,000 and a Roanoke
City contribution of $25,000 for a total project of $421,582. The City of Roanoke is
administering this grant.
Twelve Foundation/ Restoration Housing - $225,472 with additional existing County
opioid funds directly received from Opioid Abatement settlements of $25,000 and a
Roanoke City contribution of $25,000 and $1,285,738 of expected other sources and
billing reimbursements for a total project of $1,561,210. The City of Roanoke is
administering this grant.
Navigator Project with the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts - $108,000
carryforward from Fiscal Year 2026 with additional existing County opioid funds directly
received from Opioid Abatement settlements of $10,000, a City of Salem contribution of
$5,000, a Roanoke City contribution of $10,000 and a carryforward of $35,000 Direct
funds from Fiscal Year 2026 for a total project of $168,000. The City of Roanoke is
administering this grant.
Risk Mitigation/ Virginia Harm Reduction Coalition - $51,520 with additional existing
County opioid funds directly received from Opioid Abatement settlements of$20,000 and
a Roanoke City contribution of$20,000 for a total project of$91,520. The City of Roanoke
is administering this grant.
Four Truths - $154,800 with additional existing County opioid funds directly received from
Opioid Abatement settlements of$80,326 and a Roanoke City contribution of$50,000 for
a total project of$285,126. The City of Roanoke is administering this grant.
On Our Own Roanoke Valley - $181,445 with additional existing County opioid funds
directly received from Opioid Abatement settlements of $10,000 and a Roanoke City
contribution of $10,000 for a total project of $201,445. The City of Roanoke is
administering this grant.
Bradley Free Clinic (HOPE Initiative) - $207,800 with additional existing County opioid
funds directly received from Opioid Abatement settlements of $25,000, a City of Salem
contribution of$10,000, and a Roanoke City contribution of$25,000 for a total project of
$267,800.
Fiscal Impact:
The total amount of the grants awarded to the County of Roanoke is $201,500 and
requires a contribution of$4,000 from existing County opioid funds directly received
from Opioid Abatement settlements. The $4,000 contribution will be moved from the
Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund and moved to the Grant Fund. In addition, $195,326
will be paid out of the Roanoke County's Direct Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund to
the City of Roanoke for our contributions for the OAA Cooperative Grants being
administered by the City of Roanoke. No additional appropriation of County funds is
required.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the first reading of the ordinance and scheduling the
second reading for September 8, 2026.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading for September 8, 2026. Supervisor Hooker seconded the motion.
Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford
Ms. Hooker
Mr. North
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
ACTION NO. 081826-7.f
ITEM NO. G.6
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Ordinance Accepting and Appropriating $328,811 from the Virginia Department of
Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) for use by the Roanoke County Police Department for
eight School Resource Officers. (Second Reading)
Submitted By: Michael Poindexter, Chief of Police
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
The acceptance and appropriation of$328,811 from the Virginia Department of Criminal
Justice Services with up to $174,885 in local match for a total of$503,696 for eight
School Resource Officers.
Background:
The Department of Criminal Justice Services has awarded funding to the Roanoke
County Police Department through the School Resource Officer Grant Program Fund, in
the amount of$328,811 along with a local match of$174,885 for a total of$503,696.
Discussion:
The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services has awarded funding to the
Roanoke County Police Department to fund salaries and benefits for eight School
Resource Officers to be assigned to eight of the sixteen elementary schools located
within Roanoke County.
There have been no changes since the last reading held on July 14, 2026.
Fiscal Impact:
Awarded State funds total $328,811. This award requires a local match of up to
$174,885. This match funding will come from the general fund operating budget which
has already been appropriated. All funds needed to cover the costs for the School
Resource Officers will be deposited within the grant fund.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of this ordinance.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the ordinance. Supervisor Hooker seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ 0
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North a ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® 0 ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® El ❑
CC: Michael Poindexter, Chief of Police
Laurie Gearheart, Chief Financial Officer
Joshua Pegram, Finance
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
ORDINANCE 081826-7.f ACCEPTING FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$328,811 FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
SERVICES (DCJS) AND APPROPRIATING SUCH FUNDS FOR USE BY
THE ROANOKE COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR EIGHT SCHOOL
RESOURCE OFFICERS
WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) has
awarded $328,811 to the Roanoke County Police Department for Fiscal Year 2027 to
fund salaries and benefits for eight School Resource Officers (SROs) to be assigned to
eight of the sixteen elementary schools located within Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, this grant requires a local match of $174,885, which will come from
the general fund operating budget that has already been appropriated; and
WHEREAS, Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter provides that funds be
appropriated by ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on July 14, 2026, and the
second reading was held on August 18, 2026.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That the sum of $328,811, made available to the Roanoke County Police
Department by DCJS, is accepted and hereby appropriated to the County's
grant fund for the funding of salaries and benefits of eight school resource
officers.
2. That the sum of$174,885, having already been appropriated in the general
fund, is hereby transferred to the County's grant fund for the matching
requirement of the salaries and benefits of eight school resource officers.
3. That this ordinance shall take effect from and after the date of adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Mahoney to approve the ordinance; seconded by
Supervisor Hooker and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: None
A COPY TESTE:
Richar . Caywood, P.E.
Co Administrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Michael Poindexter, Chief of Police
Laurie Gearheart, Chief Financial Officer
Joshua Pegram, Finance
ACTION NO. 081826-7.q
ITEM NO. G.7
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
The petition of Comfort Systems USA Shoffner to obtain a special use permit to operate
a construction yard on approximately 6.6 acres zoned I-1, Low Intensity Industrial District,
located at 3941 West Main Street, Catawba Magisterial District. (First Reading and
Request for Second Reading and Public Hearing)
Submitted By: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Consent agenda item for first reading of ordinance.
Background:
The first reading of this ordinance is accomplished by adoption of this ordinance in the
manner of consent agenda items. The adoption of these items does not imply approval
of the substantive content of the requested zoning actions; rather, approval satisfies the
procedural requirements of the County Charter and schedules the required public
hearing and second reading of these ordinances. The second reading and public
hearing on this ordinance is scheduled for September 22, 2026.
The title of this ordinance is as follows:
The petition of Comfort Systems USA Shoffner to obtain a special use permit to operate
a construction yard on approximately 6.6 acres zoned I-1, Low Intensity Industrial
District, located at 3941 West Main Street, Catawba Magisterial District.
Discussion:
There is no discussion on this item.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact on this agenda item.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends as follows:
1.That the Board approve and adopt the first reading of this ordinance for the purpose of
scheduling the second reading and public hearing for September 22, 2026.
2. That this section of the agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to
each item separately, and that the Clerk is authorized and directed where required by
law to set forth upon any of said items the separate vote tabulation for any such item
pursuant to this action.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading and public hearing for September 22, 2026. Supervisor Hooker
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑
Ms. Hooker
Mr. North
Mr. Mahoney
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑
ACTION NO. 081826-7.h
ITEM NO. G.8
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
The petition of RYT, LLC to rezone approximately 19.456 acres from AR,
Agricultural/Residential District, and ARS, Agricultural/Residential District with Special
Use Permit, to I-1, Low Intensity Industrial District, and to obtain a special use permit for
automobile dealership, and to obtain a special use permit for a construction yard, located
at 1924 Loch Haven Drive, 1928 Loch Haven Drive, and 0 Loch Haven Drive, Catawba
Magisterial District. (First Reading and Request for Second Reading and Public Hearing)
Submitted By: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Consent agenda item for first reading of ordinance.
Background:
The first reading of this ordinance is accomplished by adoption of this ordinance in the
manner of consent agenda items. The adoption of these items does not imply approval
of the substantive content of the requested zoning actions; rather, approval satisfies the
procedural requirements of the County Charter and schedules the required public
hearing and second reading of these ordinances. The second reading and public
hearing on this ordinance is scheduled for September 22, 2026.
The title of this ordinance is as follows:
The petition of RYT, LLC to rezone approximately 19.456 acres from AR,
Agricultural/Residential District, and ARS, Agricultural/Residential District with Special
Use Permit, to I-1, Low Intensity Industrial District, and to obtain a special use permit for
automobile dealership, and to obtain a special use permit for a construction yard,
located at 1924 Loch Haven Drive, 1928 Loch Haven Drive, and 0 Loch Haven Drive,
Catawba Magisterial District.
Discussion:
There is no discussion on this item.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact on this agenda item.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends as follows:
1.That the Board approve and adopt the first reading of this ordinance for the purpose of
scheduling the second reading and public hearing for September 22, 2026.
2.That this section of the agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to
each item separately, and that the Clerk is authorized and directed where required by
law to set forth upon any of said items the separate vote tabulation for any such item
pursuant to this action.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading and public hearing for September 22, 2026. Supervisor Hooker
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford
Ms. Hooker
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑
ACTION NO. 081826-7.i
ITEM NO. G.9
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
The petition of Kent A. Wheeler and K&K Corporation of Roanoke to rezone
approximately 6.544 acres from 1-2, High Intensity Industrial District, to AG-1,
Agricultural/Rural Low Density District, located at 5454 Aerospace Road, Vinton
Magisterial District. (First Reading and Request for Second Reading and Public Hearing)
Submitted By: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
•
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Consent agenda item for first reading of ordinance.
Background:
The first reading of this ordinance is accomplished by adoption of this ordinance in the
manner of consent agenda items. The adoption of these items does not imply approval
of the substantive content of the requested zoning actions; rather, approval satisfies the
procedural requirements of the County Charter and schedules the required public
hearing and second reading of these ordinances. The second reading and public
hearing on this ordinance is scheduled for September 22, 2026.
The title of this ordinance is as follows:
The petition of Kent A. Wheeler and K&K Corporation of Roanoke to rezone
approximately 6.544 acres from 1-2, High Intensity Industrial District, to AG-1,
Agricultural/Rural Low Density District, located at 5454 Aerospace Road, Vinton
Magisterial District.
Discussion:
There is no discussion on this item.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact on this agenda item.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends as follows:
1.That the Board approve and adopt the first reading of this ordinance for the purpose of
scheduling the second reading and public hearing for September 22, 2026.
2.That this section of the agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to
each item separately, and that the Clerk is authorized and directed where required by
law to set forth upon any of said items the separate vote tabulation for any such item
pursuant to this action.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading and public hearing for September 22, 2026. Supervisor Hooker
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑
Ms. Hooker El El
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney
Ms. Shepherd
ACTION NO. 081826-7.j
ITEM NO. G.10
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
The petition of Plantation Development, LLC to rezone approximately 0.66 acre from R-
2, Medium Density Residential District, to C-2, High Intensity Commercial District, located
at 7531 Friendship Lane and 7535 Friendship Lane, Hollins Magisterial District. (First
Reading and Request for Second Reading and Public Hearing)
Submitted By: Philip Thompson, Director of Planning
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Consent agenda item for first reading of ordinance.
Background:
The first reading of this ordinance is accomplished by adoption of this ordinance in the
manner of consent agenda items. The adoption of these items does not imply approval
of the substantive content of the requested zoning actions; rather, approval satisfies the
procedural requirements of the County Charter and schedules the required public
hearing and second reading of these ordinances. The second reading and public
hearing on this ordinance is scheduled for September 22, 2026.
The title of this ordinance is as follows:
The petition of Plantation Development, LLC to rezone approximately 0.66 acre from R-
2, Medium Density Residential District, to C-2, High Intensity Commercial District,
located at 7531 Friendship Lane and 7535 Friendship Lane, Hollins Magisterial District.
Discussion:
There is no discussion on this item.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact on this agenda item.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends as follows:
1.That the Board approve and adopt the first reading of this ordinance for the purpose of
scheduling the second reading and public hearing for September 22, 2026.
2. That this section of the agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to
each item separately, and that the Clerk is authorized and directed where required by
law to set forth upon any of said items the separate vote tabulation for any such item
pursuant to this action.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading and public hearing for September 22, 2026. Supervisor Hooker
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑
Ms. Hooker
Mr. North ® ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑
Ms. Shepherd
ACTION NO. 081826-7.k
ITEM NO. G.11
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Request to accept and allocate $25,699, from the 2025 BJA FY25 Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program — Local Formula.
Submitted By: Kim Montgomery, Administrative Assistant
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Acceptance and allocation of$25,699 from the 2025 BJA FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial
Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program — Local Formula.
Background:
The Roanoke County Police Department has been awarded funding from the 2025 BJA
FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program — Local
Formula in the amount of$25,699. This funding will provide formula funding to eligible
units of local government to, in general, purchase equipment. The Office of Justice
Programs (OJP) is committed to advancing work that furthers DOJ's mission to uphold
the rule of law, to keep our country safe, and to protect civil rights. OJP provides federal
leadership, funding, and other critical resources to directly support law enforcement,
combat violent crime, protect American children, provide services to American crime
victims, and address public safety challenges, including human trafficking and the opioid
crisis.
Discussion:
The Roanoke County Police Department (RCPD) consists of approximately 140 sworn
officers and 14 civilian staff members dedicated to providing the citizens of Roanoke
County with exceptional public safety services. Through robust community
programming and a committed workforce, the department consistently strives to exceed
the expectations of the community it serves.
To further enhance the delivery of law enforcement services and improve operational
safety, the RCPD will use the grant funding in the amount of$25,699 to modernize its
patrol rifles. Currently, these department-issued rifles are equipped only with standard
iron sights and lack mounted illumination. While the department has long identified the
need for advanced optics and tactical lighting, budget constraints—driven by competing
large-scale projects—have prevented implementation.
This funding will allow the RCPD to close a critical gap in equipment standards. By
equipping officers with modern optics and flashlights, the department will ensure
personnel can acquire targets more efficiently and make high-pressure decisions with
greater clarity and precision, ultimately increasing safety for both officers and the public.
Fiscal Impact:
The total project funding awarded by the Office of Justice Programs, Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program — Local Formula, is $25,699. No
local match is required.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends acceptance and allocation of the grant funds to the Roanoke County
Police Department in the amount of $25,699 from the 2025 BJA FY25 Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program — Local Formula.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to accept and allocate the grant funds. Supervisor Hooker
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
CC: Michael Poindexter, Chief of Police
Laurie Gearheart, Chief Financial Officer
Joshua Pegram, Finance
ACTION NO. 081826-7.1
ITEM NO. G.12
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of $8,000 from the Virginia
Department of Fire Programs, Conference and Education Assistance Grant Program to
Roanoke County Fire & Rescue Department.
Submitted By: Jennifer Sexton, Business Coordinator
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Accept and allocate grant funds totaling $8,000 from the Virginia Department of Fire
Programs (VDFP) Conference and Education Assistance Grant Program to the
Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Department. The funds will be used for conference
training to be held at the Roanoke Valley Regional Fire-EMS Training Center.
Background:
The Virginia Department of Fire Programs (VDFP) Conference and Education
Assistance Grant Program provides financial assistance to Virginia-based governmental
entities and nonprofit organizations that host conferences, seminars, or symposiums
specifically designed for fire and emergency services personnel and their agencies.
Awards are made through a competitive review process based on established eligibility
criteria and demonstrated need.
Roanoke County Fire and Rescue has been awarded $8,000 through this program to
support conference and seminar training conducted at the Roanoke Valley Regional
Fire-EMS Training Center. Acceptance and allocation of these funds will enhance
training opportunities for regional fire and EMS personnel while offsetting the cost of
hosting these educational events.
Discussion:
Roanoke County Fire and Rescue is pleased to receive funding through the Virginia
Department of Fire Programs (VDFP) Conference and Education Assistance Grant
Program. The grant will support the delivery of a regional training conference at the
Roanoke Valley Regional Fire-EMS Training Center, providing high-quality educational
and professional development opportunities for fire and emergency services personnel
from across the region and the Commonwealth.
The conference will enhance the knowledge, skills, and operational readiness of
participants while supporting the department's commitment to excellence in emergency
services training. Acceptance of this grant will also help offset the costs associated with
hosting the conference, allowing Fire and Rescue to maximize training opportunities
and regional collaboration.
Fiscal Impact:
No local matching funds are required.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends accepting and allocating $8,000 in grant funding from the Virginia
Department of Fire Programs (VDFP) Conference and Education Assistance Grant
Program for the purpose of conducting a fire and emergency services training
conference and seminar at the Roanoke Valley Regional Fire-EMS Training Center.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to accept and allocate the grant funds. Supervisor Hooker
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
CC: C. Travis Griffith, Chief, Fire and Rescue
Laurie Gearheart, Chief Financial Officer
Joshua Pegram, Finance
ACTION NO. 081826-7.m
ITEM NO. G.13
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Ordinance amending Chapter 8.1 (Erosion and Stormwater Management Program,
Section 26 — Fees) of the Roanoke County Code to reflect the newly amended Fee
Structure of the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). (First Reading and
Request for Second Reading)
Submitted By: Tarek Moneir, Director of Development Services
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
First Reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 8.1 (Erosion and Stormwater
Management Program, Section 26 — Fees) of the Roanoke County Code to reflect the
newly amended Fee Structure of the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
(DEQ).
Background:
The Virginia General Assembly, through the 2024 Acts of Assembly(Item 363 J), directed
the State Water Control Board to revise the Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management
(VESM) Regulation to ensure that permit fees recover 60% to 62% of the Virginia
Department of Environmental Quality's direct costs associated with administering,
enforcing, and ensuring compliance with Virginia's erosion and stormwater management
programs.
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ) amended its fees schedule
(see attached) effective July 1, 2026. Therefore, Roanoke County Code Chapter 8.1 —
Erosion and Stormwater Management Program, Section 26 — Fees must be amended to
reflect the new fee structure (as shown in Table 2, Table 3 and Table 4 of the attached
Draft Ordinance).
Discussion:
Currently, permit fees recover only 38.7% of DEQ's program costs. For Roanoke County,
the fees recover less than 20% of the erosion and stormwater management costs. To
comply with the legislative mandate, the State Water Control Board adopted amendments
that increase permit fees by approximately 50% to 61%, raising annual fee revenue from
approximately $3.17 million to between $4.92 million and $5.08 million.
The regulatory amendments include three primary changes:
• Increase statewide permit fees for construction stormwater permits, Municipal
Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits, permit modifications, and annual
permit maintenance fees.
• Increase the DEQ portion of permit fees collected by local VESMP authorities from
28% to the statutory maximum of 30%.
• Establish an annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment to allow permit fees to
keep pace with inflation and avoid the need for infrequent, significant fee increases in
the future.
The purpose of these changes is to provide sustainable funding for Virginia's erosion and
stormwater management programs, improve regulatory consistency and compliance,
enhance technical assistance to local governments, and ultimately improve water quality
statewide.
While the amendments increase permit costs for developers and other regulated entities,
these fee increases are intended to ensure that the costs of administering the program
are more appropriately borne by permit holders rather than taxpayers. Local governments
are not expected to experience negative fiscal impacts, and the enhanced funding will
support more effective permit administration, compliance oversight, and customer service
throughout the Commonwealth.
As the Virginia Stormwater Management Program (VSMP) Authority, Roanoke County
performs all technical reviews, inspections, permit issuance, and compliance activities
associated with Erosion and Stormwater Management permits. Under the revised fee
structure, DEQ will directly collect 30% of the total new permit fee from applicants;
Roanoke County will no longer collect fees for DEQ.
It is important to note that DEQ did not increase permit fees for residential/single family
land-disturbance activities, which constitute the majority of permits issued by Roanoke
County.
Upon adoption of the ordinance amendment, Roanoke County's fees schedule will be
consistent with DEQ's revised schedule, providing a straightforward, uniform, and
transparent permitting process for applicants while ensuring Roanoke County has
adequate resources to efficiently administer the Erosion and Stormwater Management
Program.
Fiscal Impact:
The additional revenue generated by the revised fee schedule will offset a portion of the
General Fund revenues that currently constitute the majority of funding required to meet
our statutory obligations in this program area. During the upcoming budget cycle we will
evaluate required local support in light of changes to the fee schedule.
Attached are three comparison tables illustrating the existing fee schedule and the newly
adopted fees schedule. These tables show that DEQ increased most permit fees by
approximately 50 to 60% from the current fees.
From this time forward, applicants for new developments will receive a separate invoice
directly from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for DEQ's 30% share of
the newly adopted permit fees.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Board approve the first reading of the attached ordinance
and schedule the second reading and public hearing for September 8, 2026.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading and public hearing for September 8, 2026. Supervisor Hooker
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford
Ms. Hooker
Mr. North
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
Coverage under the General Permit for Discharges of Stormwater from Construction Activities
Current Fees distribution ' AS of July 1,2026
County portion of State portion of County portion of State portion of
Construction Activities Total fee Totat fee
Fee"(72%) Fee"(28%) Fee"(70%) Fee''(30%)
General/Stormwater Management-Small Construction Activity/Land
A Clearing(Single-family detached residential structure,sites or areas $209 $209 $0 $209. $209 $0
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance
acreage less than one acre)
General/Stormwater Management-Small Construction Activity/Land •
B. Clearing(Areas within common plans of development or sale with land- $290 $209 $81 $290 $290 $0
disturbance acreage less than one acre)
General/Stormwater Management—Small Construction Activity/Land
C Clearing(Single-family detached residential structure,sites or areas $209 $209 $0 $209 $209 $0
within or outside a common plan of development or sale that is equal to
or greater than 1 acre but less than 5 acres)
General/Stormwater Management-Small Construction Activity/Land
Clearing(Sites,or areas within common plans of development or sale,
D. $2,700 $1,944 $756 $4,100 $2,870 '$1,230
with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than one acre and less
than five acres)
General/Stormwater Management-Large Construction Activity/Land
E Clearing(Sites,or areas within common plans of development or sale, $3,400 $2,448 $952 $5100 $3,570 $1,530
with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than five acres and
less than 10 acres)
General/Stormwater Management-Large Construction Activity/Land
F Clearing(Sites,or areas within common plans of development or sale, $4,500 $3,240 $1,260 $6,800 $4,760 $2,040
with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 10 acres and less
than 50 acres)
1
General/Stormwater Management-Large Construction Activity/Land
Clearing(Sites,or areas within common plans of development or sale,
G. $6,100 $4,392 $1,708 $9,100 $6,370' $2,730
with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 50 acres and less
than 100 acres)
1
General/Stormwater Management-Large Construction Activity/Land
H. Clearing(Sites,or areas within common plans of development or sale, $9,600 $6,912 $2,688 $14,300 $10,010 $4,290
with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 100 acres)
Modification or Transfer of Registration Statements
Construction Activities Current Fee As of 7/112026
General / Stormwater Management — Small
A Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Areas within $20 $30
common plans of development or sale with land
disturbance acreage less than one acre)
General / Stormwater Management— Small
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
B. within common plans of development or sale, with $200 $320
land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than one
and less than five acres)
General / Stormwater Management — Large
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
C. within common plans of development or sale, with $250 $400
land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than five
acres and less than 10 acres)
General / Stormwater Management — Large
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
D. within common plans of development or sale, with $300 $480
land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 10
acres and less than 50 acres)
General / Stormwater Management — Large
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
E. within common plans of development or sale, with $450 $720
land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 50
acres and less than 100 acres)
General / Stormwater Management— Large
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
F. within common plans of development or sale, with $700 $1;'120 .
land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 100
acres)
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Annual Maintenance Fees for Coverage
Construction Activities Current As of 7/1/2026
General / Stormwater Management— Small
A Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Areas within $50 $80.00
common plans of development or sale with land-
disturbance acreage less than one acre)
General / Stormwater Management— Small
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
B. within common plans of development or sale, with $400 $650.00
land-disturbance equal to or greater than one acre
and less than five acres)
General I Stormwater Management - Large
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
C. within common plans of development or sale, with $500 $800.00
land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than
five acres and less than 10 acres)
General 1 Stormwater Management - Large
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
D. within common plans of development or sale, with $650 $1,050.00
land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than
10 acres and less than 50 acres)
General / Stormwater Management - Large
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
E. within common plans of development or sale, with $900 $1,450.00
land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than
50 acres and less than 100 acres)
General / Stormwater Management - Large
Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites, or areas
F. within common plans of development or sale, with $1,400 $2,250.00
land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater 100
acres)
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2026
ATA REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8.1 (EROSION AND
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, SECTION 26 — FEES) OF
THE ROANOKE COUNTY CODE TO REFLECT THE NEWLY AMENDED
FEE STRUCTURE OF THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (DEQ)
WHEREAS, the Virginia General Assembly, through the 2024 Acts of Assembly,
directed the State Water Control Board to revise the Virginia Erosion and Stormwater
Management (VESM) Regulation to ensure that permit fees recover 60% to 62% of the
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality's direct costs associated with
administering, enforcing, and ensuring compliance with Virginia's erosion and stormwater
management programs; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) amended its
fee schedule, effective July 1, 2026, and therefore the Roanoke County Code must be
amended in order to reflect the changes to the fee schedule; and
WHEREAS, the regulatory amendments include three primary changes: (1)
increase statewide permit fees for construction stormwater permits, Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits, permit modifications, and annual permit
maintenance fees; (2) increase the DEQ portion of permit fees collected by local VESMP
authorities from 28% to the statutory maximum of 30%; and (3) establish an annual
Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment to allow permit fees to keep pace with inflation
and avoid the need for infrequent, significant fee increases in the future; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of these changes is to provide sustainable funding for
Virginia's erosion and stormwater management programs, improve regulatory
consistency and compliance, enhance technical assistance to local governments, and
ultimately improve water quality statewide; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on August 14, 2026 and
the second reading was held on September 8, 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of the County
of Roanoke that:
1. Chapter 8.1 of the Roanoke County Code is hereby amended as set forth herein,
and all provisions of Chapter 8.1 not expressly amended by this Ordinance shall
remain unchanged and in full force and effect:
Sec. 8.1-26. Fees.
(a) Fees to cover costs associated with plan and plat reviews shall be imposed in accordance with Table 1.
Table 1: Fees for plan and plat reviews:
Fee Type Fee
Small Plat Review(less than 5 parcels) $25.00
Large Subdivision Review(5 or more $350.00+$75.00 per lot
parcels)
Site Plan Review $755.00+$75.00 per disturbed acre
Erosion and Sediment Control Review:
2,500-4,999 square feet of disturbance $25.00
5,000-9,999 square feet of disturbance $50.00
>_10,000 square feet of disturbance $350.00+$75.00 per disturbed acre
Stormwater Management Agreement $90.00
Administration Fee
Second and Subsequent Renewals of $750.00(Due July 1st every year)
Annual Permits(Erosion and Sediment
Control,Site Plan,and/or Large Subdivision
Development Permits)
Vacations(Plats,Easements,and Rights-of- $150.00+$600.00 advertising fee
Way)
Technology Fee 5%fee on all permit issuing fees(to be imposed on every
transaction processed by the County of Roanoke's Department of
Development Services and Department of Planning and Zoning
related to applications for development, rezoning,construction,
etc.)
(b) Fees to cover costs associated with implementation of a VESMP related to land-disturbing activities and
issuance of general permit coverage and VESMP authority permits shall be imposed in accordance with
Table_2. [NOTE:Such fee attributes include the costs associated with plan review,VESMP registration
statement review, permit issuance,state-coverage verification, inspections,reporting,and compliance
activities associated with land-disturbing activities as well as state program oversight costs.] When a site
or sites has/have been purchased for development within a previously permitted common plan of
development or sale,the applicant shall be subject to fees("total fee to be paid by applicant"column}in
accordance with the disturbed acreage of their site or sites according to Table 2.
Table 2:Fees for permit issuance:
In addition to the fees set forth below,applicants may also be required to pay additional fees directly to the
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality(DEQ).
Fee type Total fee to be paid by applicant(includes both
Fee
t0
Land Disturbing Activity(not subject to general permit
coverage;sites within designated areas of Chesapeake
Bay Act localities with land disturbance acreage equal to
or greater than 2,500 square feet and less than 1 acre)
General/Stormwater Management—Small $290.00$209
Construction Activity/Land Clearing(areas within common
plans of development or sale with land-disturbance
acreage less than 1 acre.)
General/Stormwater Management—Small $2,700.00-$4,100$2,870
Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas within
common plans of development or sale with land-
disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 1 acre and
less than 5 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large $3,400 00$5,100$3,570
Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas within
common plans of development or sale with land-
disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 5 acres and
less than 10 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large $47500490$6800$4,760
Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas within
common plans of development or sale with land-
disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 10 acres and
less than 50 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large $6 ,00 00$9 ,00$6,370
Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas within
common plans of development or sale with land-
disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 50 acres and
less than 100 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large Construction $9 600 00$ 4 00$10,010
Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas within common
plans of development or sale with land-disturbance
acreage equal to or greater than 100 acres)
* If the project is completely administered by the department,such as may be the case for a state or
department,
(c) Fees for the modification or transfer of registration statements from the general permit issued by
the Department shall be imposed in accordance with Table 3. If the general permit modifications
result in changes to stormwater management plans that require additional review by the County of
Roanoke,such reviews shall be subject to the fees set out in Table 3.The fee assessed shall be based
on the total disturbed acreage of the site. In addition to the general permit modification fee,
modifications resulting in an increase in total disturbed acreage shall pay the difference in the initial
permit fee paid and the permit fee that would have applied for the total disturbed acreage in Table
2.
Table 3:Fees for the modification or transfer of registration statements for the General Permit for Discharges
of Stormwater from Construction Activities:
Type of Permit Fee
Amount
General/Stormwater Management—Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing (areas within $0,00
common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage less than 1 acre) $30.00
General/Stormwater Management—Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas within $200.00
common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than 1 and $320.00
less than 5 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas $2 ,00
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater $400.00
than 5 acres and less than 10 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas $300.00
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater $480.00
than 10 acres and less than 50 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas $150.00
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater $720.00
than 50 acres and less than 100 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas $700.00
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater $1,120.00
than 100 acres)
(d) Annual permit maintenance fees shall be imposed in accordance with Table 84, including fees imposed
on expired permits that have been administratively continued.With respect to the general permit,these
fees shall apply until the permit coverage is terminated. [NOTE: Fees specified in this subsection go to
the County of Roanoke.]
Table 4:Permit Maintenance Fees:
Type of Permit Fee
Amount
0: 10
acr age equal to or gr ater than 2,500 square feet and less than 1 acre).
General/Stormwater Management—Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing (areas within $50.00
common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage less than 1 acre) $80.00
General/Stormwater Management—Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas $400.00
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance equal to or greater than 1 acre $650.00
and less than 5 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas $500.00
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater $800.00
than 5 acres and less than 10 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas $650.00
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater $1,050.00
than 10 acres and less than 50 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas $9(40.00
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater $1,450.00
than 50 acres and less than 100 acres)
General/Stormwater Management—Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing(sites or areas $ 400.00
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater $2,250.00
100 acres)
General permit coverage maintenance fees shall be paid annually to the County of Roanoke by the
anniversary date of general permit coverage. No permit will be reissued or automatically continued
without payment of the required fee.General permit coverage maintenance fees shall be applied until
a notice of termination is effective.
(e) The fees set forth in subsections(b)through(d)of this section,shall apply to:
(1) All persons seeking coverage under the general permit.
(2) All permittees who request modifications to or transfers of their existing registration
statement for coverage under a general permit.
(3) Persons whose coverage under the general permit has been revoked shall apply to the
Department for an individual permit for discharges of stormwater from construction
activities.
(f) Permit and permit coverage maintenance fees outlined under section 8.1-25 may apply to
each general permit holder.
(g) No general permit application fees will be assessed to:
(1) Permittees who request minor modifications to general permits as defined in section
8.1-2 of this chapter. Permit modifications at the request of the permittee resulting in
changes to stormwater management plans that require additional review by the County
of Roanoke shall not be exempt pursuant to this section.
(2) Permittees whose general permits are modified or amended at the initiative of the
Department,excluding errors in the registration statement identified by the County of
Roanoke or errors related to the acreage of the site.
(h) All incomplete payments will be deemed as non-payments,and the applicant shall be notified of
any incomplete payments. Interest may be charged for late payments at the underpayment rate
set forth in section 58.1-15 of the Code of Virginia and is calculated monthly at the applicable
periodic rate.A ten (10)percent late payment fee shall be charged to any delinquent(over ninety
(90)days past due)account.The County of Roanoke shall be entitled to all remedies available
under the Code of Virginia in collecting any past due amount.
2. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon adoption.
ACTION NO. 081826-7.n
ITEM NO. G.14
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date:August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Resolution requesting the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to accept
Palmetto Bluff Road in the Vinton Magisterial District into the VDOT Secondary Road
System
Submitted By: Tarek Moneir, Director of Development Services
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Resolution requesting the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to accept
Palmetto Bluff Road in the Vinton Magisterial District into the VDOT Secondary Road
System
Background:
The County of Roanoke is requesting that the Board of Supervisors approve a resolution
asking the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)accept, as described by the AM-
4.3, (See attachment A) 0.59 mile of Palmetto Bluff Road from the intersection with Pitzer
Road (VA SEC. Route # 617) to the end of its cul-de-sac. This road is located within the
Rivers Edge subdivision in the Vinton Magisterial District.
Discussion:
The staff has inspected this road along with representatives of the Virginia Department of
Transportation and finds the road acceptable.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
Staff Recommendation:
The staff recommends that the Board approve the attached resolution to VDOT
requesting that they accept Palmetto Bluff Road into the Secondary Road System.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to adopt the resolution. Supervisor Hooker seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
CC: Tarek Moneir, Director of Development Services
Form AM 4.3 ICR ID:43797031
(Rev 07/06/2026) SSR
VDOT COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Form AM 4.3
In Roanoke County
by Resolution of the governing body adopted 8/18/2026
The following VDOT Form AM-4.3 is hereby attached and incorporated as part of the governing body's resolution for changes to the
secondary system of state highways.
A Copy Testee Signed(County Official):
Report of Changes in the Secondary System of State Highways
Project/Subdivision: Palmetto Bluff Road Street Acceptance
CHANGE TYPE RTE NUM& CHANGE FROM TERMINI TO TERMINI LENGTH NUMBER OF RECORDAT ROW
STREET NAME DESCRIPTION LANES ION WIDTH
REFERENC
E
Addition Rt.741-Palmetto New subdivision Intersection with End of Cul-de-sac 0.59 2 50
Bluff Road street§33.2-705 Pitzer Road,Route
617
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
RESOLUTION 081826-7.n REQUESTING ACCEPTANCE OF
PALMETTO BLUFF ROAD IN THE RIVERS EDGE SUBDIVSION IN THE
VINTON MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT INTO THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION ("VDOT") SECONDARY SYSTEM OF STATE
HIGHWAYS
WHEREAS, the street described on the attached Form AM-4.3, fully incorporated
herein by reference, is shown on plats recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court
of Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, the representative for the Virginia Department of Transportation has
advised this Board that the street meets the requirements established by the Virginia
Department of Transportation's Subdivision Street Requirements; and
WHEREAS, the County and the Virginia Department of Transportation entered into
an agreement on March 9, 1999 for comprehensive stormwater detention which applies
to this request for addition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board requests the Virginia
Department of Transportation to add the street described on the attached Form AM-4.3
to the secondary system of state highways, pursuant to §33.2-705, Code of Virginia, and
the Department's Subdivision Street Requirements, after receiving a copy of this
resolution and all outstanding fees and documents required of the developer, whichever
occurs last in time.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this Board guarantees a clear and unrestricted
right-of-way, as described, and any necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded
to the Residency Administrator for the Virginia Department of Transportation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this Board guarantees the performance of the
street(s) requested herein to become part of the Secondary System of State Highways
for a period of one year from the date of the acceptance of the referenced street(s) by
VDOT into the Secondary System of State Highways. This Board will completely
reimburse all costs incurred by VDOT to repair any faults in the workmanship or materials
of the referenced street(s) and related drainage facilities as determined exclusively by
VDOT.
On motion of Supervisor Mahoney to adopt the resolution; seconded by
Supervisor Hooker and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: None
A COPY TESTE:
Richar . Caywood, P.E.
Administrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Tarek Moneir, Director of Development Services
Form AM 4.3 ICR ID:43797031
(Rev 07/06/2026) SSR
\/DOT COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Form AM 4.3
In Roano ounty
by Resolution of the eming body adopte 8/18/2026
The following VDOT Form AM-4.3 is hereby attac d and incorporated as p of the gover bo s esolution for c es to the
n sys m of sta i hways.
A Copy Testee Signed(County icial):
Report of Ch nges in ondary System of State Highways
Project/Subdivision: Palmetto Bluff Road Street Acceptance
CHANGE TYPE RTE NUM& CHANGE FROM TERMINI TO TERMINI LENGTH NUMBER OF RECORDAT ROW
STREET NAME DESCRIPTION LANES ION WIDTH
REFERENC
E
Addition Rt.741-Palmetto New subdivision Intersection with End of Cul-de-sac 0.59 2 50
Bluff Road street§33.2-705 Pitzer Road,Route
617
ACTION NO. 081826-7.o
ITEM NO. G.15
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Ordinance Authorizing the Conveyance of 50 Square Feet of Unimproved Martindale
Avenue Right-of-Way to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) for Interstate
81 Widening, Hollins Magisterial District(First Reading and Request for Second Reading)
Submitted By: Megan G. Cronise, Assistant Director of Planning
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) requests to acquire 50 square feet of
unimproved right-of-way for the Interstate 81 widening project between Exit 143 and
Exit 150.
Background:
The Martindale Avenue right-of-way was created as part of a subdivision platted on the
Map of Belle Haven in June 1952. Interstate 81 was designed and constructed in this
area between the 1950s and early 1970s, which split the subdivision just northwest of
Martindale Avenue. The eastern segment of Martindale Avenue right-of-way, which was
never improved, currently ends about 15 feet from the current Interstate 81 right-of-way.
The Map of Belle Haven does not indicate right-of-way ownership. The General Assembly
determined that effective July 1, 1946, "The recordation of such plat shall operate to
transfer, in fee simple, to the respective counties and cities in which the land lies such
portion of the premises platted as is on such plat set apart for streets, alleys, easements,
or other public use and to create a public right of passage over the same..."
Since the plat was recorded in 1952, the remaining right-of-way not conveyed to VDOT for
secondary streets is owned by Roanoke County.
Discussion:
VDOT's consultants, Rinker Design Associates, LLC, contacted Roanoke County on
August 5, 2026, with an offer package of$500 to purchase 50 square feet of
unimproved Martindale Avenue right-of-way for the construction, maintenance and/or
operation of Interstate 81 between Exit 143 and Exit 150.
The proposed sale is not anticipated to have any impact on County operations.
Fiscal Impact:
VDOT is offering the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors $500 to purchase 50 square
feet of unimproved right-of-way.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the first reading of the ordinance and scheduling the
second reading of the ordinance for September 8, 2026.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to approve the first reading of this ordinance and scheduling
the second reading for September 8, 2026. Supervisor Hooker seconded the motion.
Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford
Ms. Hooker
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ �
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑
ACTION NO. 081826-7.p
ITEM NO. G.16
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Resolution Establishing an Administrative Procedure for Reviewing Requests for Food
Vendors to Temporarily Continue Use of Expanded Polystyrene Food Containers
Submitted By: Peter S. Lubeck, County Attorney
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Establishing administrative procedures for reviewing requests from food vendors to
temporarily continue use of expanded polystyrene food service containers, pursuant to
the provisions set forth in Section 10.1-1424.3 of the Code of Virginia.
Background:
During its 2021 session, the General Assembly enacted § 10.1-1424.3 of the Code of
Virginia, which stated, inter alia, that
A. "Beginning July 1, 2023, no food vendor that is a restaurant or similar retail food
establishment and is part of a chain of 20 or more locations ... shall dispense prepared
food to a customer in an expanded polystyrene food service container;" and
B. "Beginning July 1, 2025, no food vendor of any type shall dispense prepared food to
a customer in an expanded polystyrene food container."
The General Assembly, in its 2024 budget, HB30 Item 362 #1 c, extended the deadline
for food vendors set forth in category A(set forth above) to July 1, 2025 and to food
vendors in category (B) above to July 1, 2026.
Section 10.1-1424.3 further provides that "any food vendor may request from the locality
in which it is located an exemption from the provisions" cited above if compliance "would
impose an undue economic hardship on the food vendor." The Board desires to set forth
an administrative procedure whereby such requests for exemption may be reviewed
and adjudicated.
Discussion:
The attached resolution sets forth an administrative process for reviewing such requests,
with a right of appeal to the Board of Supervisors.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends adoption of the resolution.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to adopt the resolution. Supervisor Hooker seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
CC: Peter S. Lubeck, County Attorney
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AN ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE
FOR REVIEWING REQUESTS FROM FOOD VENDORS TO
TEMPORARILY CONTINUE USE OF EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE
FOOD SERVICE CONTAINERS
WHEREAS, during its 2021 session, the General Assembly enacted § 10.1-
1424.3 of the Code of Virginia, which stated, inter alia, that
A. "Beginning July 1, 2023, no food vendor that is a restaurant or similar retail
food establishment and is part of a chain of 20 or more locations ... shall
dispense prepared food to a customer in an expanded polystyrene food
service container;" and
B. "Beginning July 1, 2025, no food vendor of any type shall dispense prepared
food to a customer in an expanded polystyrene food container;" and
WHEREAS, the General Assembly, in its 2024 budget, HB30 Item 362 #1 c,
extended the deadline for food vendors set forth in category A (set forth above) to July
1, 2025 and to food vendors in category (B) above to July 1, 2026; and
WHEREAS, § 10.1-1424.3 further provides that "any food vendor may request
from the locality in which it is located an exemption from the provisions" cited above if
compliance "would impose an undue economic hardship on the food vendor" ; and
WHEREAS, the Board desires to set forth an administrative procedure whereby
such requests for exemption may be reviewed and adjudicated.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, as follows:
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1. The Board hereby authorizes the County Administrator to designate
individuals to serve on a committee to review requests for exemption from
the above-cited provisions of§ 10.1-1424.3 of the Code of Virginia.
2. In rendering determinations regarding such requests, the Committee shall
make such findings regarding the existence of undue economic hardships
as are set forth in Subsection B of § 10.1-1424.3 of the Code of Virginia.
Any exception granted shall be for a period of not more than one year
from the date of exemption, pursuant to the terms of Subsection B of §,
10.1-1424.3 of the Code of Virgina.
3. If a food vendor's request for an exception is denied by the Committee,
the food vendor may appeal such denial to the Roanoke County Board of
Supervisors by filing a notice of appeal with the Committee within 30 days
of receipt of the Committee's written determination and shall also file a
written statement setting forth why the Committee's determination was in
error. The Committee shall forthwith transmit the notice of appeal and
accompanying statement to the Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors.
Such appeal shall be heard by the Board within 60 days of the filing of the
notice of appeal. The Board's determination on the appeal shall be final.
No further right of appeal shall lie with any court.
4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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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, AUGUST 18, 2026
RESOLUTION 081826-7.p ESTABLISHING AN ADMINISTRATIVE
PROCEDURE FOR REVIEWING REQUESTS FROM FOOD VENDORS
TO TEMPORARILY CONTINUE USE OF EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE
FOOD SERVICE CONTAINERS
WHEREAS, during its 2021 session, the General Assembly enacted § 10.1-
1424.3 of the Code of Virginia, which stated, inter alia, that
A. "Beginning July 1, 2023, no food vendor that is a restaurant or similar retail
food establishment and is part of a chain of 20 or more locations ... shall
dispense prepared food to a customer in an expanded polystyrene food
service container;" and
B. "Beginning July 1, 2025, no food vendor of any type shall dispense prepared
food to a customer in an expanded polystyrene food container;" and
WHEREAS, the General Assembly, in its 2024 budget, HB30 Item 362 #1 c,
extended the deadline for food vendors set forth in category A (set forth above) to July
1, 2025 and to food vendors in category (B) above to July 1, 2026; and
WHEREAS, § 10.1-1424.3 further provides that "any food vendor may request
from the locality in which it is located an exemption from the provisions" cited above if
compliance "would impose an undue economic hardship on the food vendor" ; and
WHEREAS, the Board desires to set forth an administrative procedure whereby
such requests for exemption may be reviewed and adjudicated.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, as follows:
Page 1 of 3
1. The Board hereby authorizes the County Administrator to designate
individuals to serve on a committee to review requests for exemption from
the above-cited provisions of§ 10.1-1424.3 of the Code of Virginia.
2. In rendering determinations regarding such requests, the Committee shall
make such findings regarding the existence of undue economic hardships
as are set forth in Subsection B of § 10.1-1424.3 of the Code of Virginia.
Any exception granted shall be for a period of not more than one year
from the date of exemption, pursuant to the terms of Subsection B of §
10.1-1424.3 of the Code of Virgina.
3. If a food vendor's request for an exception is denied by the Committee,
the food vendor may appeal such denial to the Roanoke County Board of
Supervisors by filing a notice of appeal with the Committee within 30 days
of receipt of the Committee's written determination and shall also file a
written statement setting forth why the Committee's determination was in
error. The Committee shall forthwith transmit the notice of appeal and
accompanying statement to the Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors.
Such appeal shall be heard by the Board within 60 days of the filing of the
notice of appeal. The Board's determination on the appeal shall be final.
No further right of appeal shall lie with any court.
4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Mahoney to adopt the resolution; seconded by
Supervisor Hooker and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: None
Page 2 of 3
A COPY TESTE:
Richard . C ood, P.E.
Coun inistrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Peter S. Lubeck, County Attorney
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ACTION NO. 081826-7.q
ITEM NO. G.17
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Resolution Authorizing an Economic Development Performance Agreement with the
County of Roanoke, Virginia, AB II 419, LLC, and the Economic Development Authority
of Roanoke County.
Submitted By: Megan E. Baker, Director of Economic Development
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
This is an economic development performance-based incentive agreement to assist with
the development Tanglewood Crossing in Roanoke County.
Background:
Tanglewood Crossing is a proposed mixed-use redevelopment located along Starkey
Road near the Route 419 corridor. The project will redevelop approximately 3.7 acres
previously occupied by commercial buildings that have since been demolished as part of
the redevelopment effort.
Discussion:
AB II 419, LLC proposes to develop Tanglewood Crossing as a mixed-use project
consisting of a 13,271-square-foot retail center anticipated to include five new-to-market
national retailers and restaurants; a 54,000-square-foot mixed-use building with ground-
floor commercial space and 42 residential units; and a third residential building
containing 56 residential units.
The project requires significant infrastructure and access improvements to facilitate
redevelopment of the site. These improvements include roadway and right-of-way
improvements along Starkey Road, reconstruction of the existing Carilion Wellness
entrance and parking area to accommodate Virginia Department of Transportation-
approved access, stormwater infrastructure improvements, and infrastructure necessary
to support development of the additional residential component.
The developer requested public participation to assist with these infrastructure and
redevelopment costs. In response, County staff worked with the developer and the
Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County (EDA) to develop a performance-
based incentive structure tied to the completion of transportation improvements and
new tax revenues generated by the project.
On August 6, 2026, the EDA approved a performance agreement providing for a
$300,000 Transportation and Access Improvement Grant and up to $1.2 million in
annual performance-based incentive payments. The transportation grant would
reimburse documented eligible costs associated with Starkey Road improvements and
reconstruction of the Carilion Wellness entrance and parking area. The annual incentive
payments would be calculated from incremental real estate, business personal property,
and meals tax revenues actually received by the County above the property's 2026
baseline and would be subject to annual appropriation by the Board of Supervisors.
Fiscal Impact:
The proposed Performance Agreement includes up to $1.5 million in performance-
based incentives. Of this amount, the Economic Development Authority of Roanoke
County will provide up to $300,000 to reimburse eligible transportation and access
improvement costs associated with the project. The remaining up to $1.2 million
consists of annual incentive payments based on incremental tax revenues generated by
the project above the 2026 baseline. These payments represent a portion of new
revenues generated by the project and do not require an upfront allocation of existing
County funds.Accordingly, no direct funding contribution from the Board of Supervisors
is required for the project incentive beyond the annual appropriation of a portion of the
new revenues generated by the project to the EDA for payment under the Performance
Agreement. Annual payments are subject to Board appropriation and are capped at
$1.2 million over the life of the agreement.
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends adoption of a resolution authorizing the execution of the Performance
Agreement between the County of Roanoke, the Roanoke County Economic
Development Authority, and AB II 419, LLC.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to adopt the resolution. Supervisor H000ker seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑. ❑
CC: Megan Baker, Director of Economic Development
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
RESOLUTION 081826-7.q AUTHORIZING AN ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY
OF ROANOKE, THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF
ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, AND AB II 419, LLC
WHEREAS, Tanglewood Crossing is a proposed mixed-use redevelopment
located along Starkey Road near the Route 419 corridor. The project will redevelop
approximately 3.7 acres previously occupied by commercial buildings that have since
been demolished as part of the redevelopment effort; and
WHEREAS, AB II 419, LLC proposes to develop Tanglewood Crossing as a
mixed-use project consisting of a 13,271-square-foot retail center anticipated to include
five new-to-market national retailers and restaurants; a 54,000-square-foot mixed-use
building with ground-floor commercial space and 42 residential units; and a third
residential building containing 56 residential units; and
WHEREAS, in support of the redevelopment, the County of Roanoke, the
Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia, and AB II 419, LLC
propose to enter into an Economic Development Performance Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Performance Agreement provides for up to $1.5 million
in performance-based incentives, including up to $300,000 from the Economic
Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia, to reimburse eligible transportation
and access improvement costs associated with the project, and up to $1.2 million in
annual incentive payments based on incremental tax revenues generated by the project
above the 2026 baseline; and
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, as follows:
1. The Board authorizes the County Administrator, Deputy County
Administrator, or Assistant County Administrator to execute the above-
described Performance Agreement, in substantially the same form as
today presented, with any minor amendments that may be approved as to
form by the County Attorney.
2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Mahoney to adopt the resolution; seconded by
Supervisor Hooker and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: None
A COPY TESTE:
Rich d L. aywood, P.E.
my ministrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
CC: Megan Baker, Director of Economic Development
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ACTION NO. 081826-7.r
ITEM NO. G.18
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
Meeting Date: August 18, 2026
Agenda Item:
Request to accept and allocate $37,500 in grant funding from the Western Virginia EMS
Council to support the implementation of a prehospital Whole Blood Program within the
Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Department.
Submitted By: Jennifer Sexton, Business Coordinator
Approved By: Richard L. Caywood, County Administrator
Issue:
Accept and allocate $37,500 in grant funding from the Western Virginia EMS Council to
the Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Department. The funds will be used to purchase
the equipment necessary to establish a prehospital Whole Blood Program.
The program will enhance the department's emergency medical capabilities by allowing
specially trained EMS Supervisors to administer whole blood to critically ill and injured
patients in the prehospital setting
Background:
Uncontrolled blood loss and the resulting hemorrhagic shock are leading causes of
preventable death following traumatic injuries and acute medical emergencies. In the
prehospital setting, rapidly addressing acute hemorrhage before a patient reaches the
hospital is critical to improving outcomes.
Discussion:
The Western Virginia EMS Council has awarded Roanoke County Fire and Rescue
$37,500 in funding that the department will use to establish its own prehospital Whole
Blood Program.
The funding will support the purchase of equipment necessary to implement and
operate the program, including a smart blood cooler for storage, a cloud-based blood
management and temperature-monitoring system, a blood and IV fluid warmer, and
blood and fluid infusion devices.
Fiscal Impact:
No local matching funds are required
Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends accepting and allocating $37,500 in grant funding from the Western
Virginia EMS Council for the purchase of equipment necessary to implement a prehospital
whole blood program. This initiative will enhance Roanoke County Fire & Rescue's ability
to provide lifesaving blood transfusion therapy to critically ill and injured patients, further
strengthening the departments emergency medical capabilities and the level of care
available to County residents.
Vote:
Supervisor Mahoney moved to accept and allocate the grant funds. Supervisor Hooker
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Yes No Absent
Mr. Radford ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Hooker ® ❑ ❑
Mr. North ® ❑ ❑
Mr. Mahoney ® ❑ ❑
Ms. Shepherd ® ❑ ❑
CC: C. Travis Griffith, Chief, Fire and Rescue
Laurie Gearheart, Chief Financial Officer
Joshua Pegram, Finance
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
RESOLUTION 081826-10 CERTIFYING THE CLOSED MEETING WAS
HELD IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CODE OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia has convened a
closed meeting on this date pursuant to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance
with the provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia requires a certification by the
Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, that such closed meeting was
conducted in conformity with Virginia law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, hereby certifies that, to the best of each member's knowledge:
1. Only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements
by Virginia law were discussed in the closed meeting which this certification resolution
applies; and
2. Only such public business matters as were identified in the motion convening the
closed meeting were heard, discussed or considered by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia.
On motion of Supervisor Mahoney to adopt the resolution; seconded by Supervisor
North and carried by the following roll call and recorded vote:
AYES: Supe Radford, Hooker, North, Mahoney, Shepherd
NAYS: one
A COPY TESTE:
R'c rd L. Caywood, P.E.
ounty Administrator/ Clerk to the Board of Supervisors