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Roanoke County Board of Supervisors
Roanoke County Administration Center
5204 Bernard Drive
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
May 9, 1995
The Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia,
met this day at 3 p.m. at the Brambleton Center, 3738 Brambleton
Avenue, for the purpose of a budget work session; and at 7 p.m.
I, at the Roanoke County Administration Center, this being th,
second Tuesday, and the first regularly scheduled meeting of the
month of May, 1995.
IN RE:
WORK SESSION
1. Joint Work Session with School Board
Chairman Minnix advised that all Board members were
present, and Mr. Frank Thomas , School Board Chairman, advised
that all members of the School Board were present.
School Superintendent Dr. Deanna Gordon reported that
they have prepared a revised budget with changes based on the
additional funds provided to the School Board.
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There was discussion on the use of non-recurring
revenues for recurring expenses, vehicle and school bus
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replacements, and elimination of the school maintenance reserve.
Members of the School Board asked for a commitment from the Board
of Supervisors on the amount of funds being appropriated to the
School Board so that they could begin issuing personnel
contracts. It was the consensus of the Board to make a moral
commitment to approve funding for the School Board.
Chairman Thomas invited the supervisors to attend the
School Board presentation on the proposed new Cave Spring High
School from the architectural and engineering firm.
Members of the School Board left at 4:20 p.m.
~ County Budqet Work Session
The Board members asked for reports describing the I
venture capital fund, medical disability risk management fund and
other funds listed in the proposed budget.
John Cease, Chief of Police, advised that the previous
911 tax increase was committed to communications upgrade and
would have to be increased again to provide funding for 800 MHZ
system. Sheriff Gerald Holt advised that he did not recommend
the regional jail approach because the new low bid state
legislation allows the possibility of operation by a private
company.
Following discussion on the school bus garage, Mr.
Hodge responded that he will provide more information. He also
advised that the new computer system that records maintenance on I
vehicles will help to determine which vehicles need to be
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replaced.
There was a discussion on proposed funding increases to
social, human, and cultural service agencies, but no consensus on
which organizations should receive increased funding.
Jeff Swortzel and David Flynn, members of the Police
Department Salary Team, presented their plan to resolve the
Police Department inequities at a cost of $316,000.
Mr. Hodge advised that a county-wide salary team is
working on resolving all salary inequities at a cost of $400,000.
He will bring back a report with details.
It was the consensus of the Board to set a budget work
session on the Capital Improvement Program and other budget
issues on May 17, 1995, at 2:00 p.m.
IN RE:
RECESS
Chairman Minnix declared a dinner recess at 6:03 p.m.
IN RE:
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Minnix called the meeting to order at 7: 00
p.m. at the Roanoke County Administration Center, 5204 Bernard
Drive. The roll call was taken.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chairman H. Odell "Fuzzy" Minnix, Vice
Chairman Edward G. Kohinke, Sr., Supervisors
Lee B. Eddy, Bob L. Johnson, Harry C. Nickens
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
STAFF PRESENT:
Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; Paul M.
Mahoney, County Attorney; Mary H. Allen,
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Clerk; John M. Chambliss, Assistant County
Administrator; Don C. Myers, Assistant
County Administrator; Anne Marie Green,
Director, Community Relations
IN RE:
OPENING CEREMONIES
The invocation was given by John M. Chambliss, Jr.,
Assistant Administrator. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by
all present.
IN RE:
REQUESTS TO POSTPONE, ADD TO, OR CHANGE THE ORDER OF
AGENDA ITEMS
Chairman Minnix announced that because Mr. Logan was
unable to attend the meeting, his recognition would be postponed I
until May 23, 1995.
Mr. Mahoney added the following items to Executive
Session pursuant to Section 2.1-344 A (7)
a legal matter
requiring legal advice; (3) disposition of the County's interest
in certain publicly held real estate shown on the surplus
property list; and (7) pending litigation, EEOC vs. Roanoke
County.
IN RE:
PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS, AND AWARDS
~ proclamation declarinq the weeks of April 30 - Mav
14, 1995 as Virqinia Heritaqe Tourism Weeks.
Chairman Minnix presented the proclamation to Dr. John
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Kern, Roanoke Valley Preservation Office, and Charles Blankenship
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and George Kegley with the Preservation Foundation Board.
Supervisor Kohinke moved to approve the proclamation.
The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
~ Recoqnition of Larry A. Logan for his years of
service to the County of Roanoke.
This item was continued until May 23, 1995.
IN RE:
NEW BUSINESS
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Request to become
International. (Don
Administrator)
a member of Sister
C. Myers, Assistant
cities
County
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Mr. Myers reported that Roanoke County entertained its
first visitor from Japan in 1990 as part of a program arranged by
the Academy for State and Local Government in the United States
and the Council of Local Authorities for International Relations
in Japan. The County has also participated in the Virginia Local
Government Management Association's Manager tó Manager program
and there was an exchange of visits between Roanoke County and
the City of Opole, Poland, funded though a grant from the U. S.
Information Agency.
Mr. Myers requested that the Board consider joining
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sister cities International which acts as a coordinator to
encourage sister cities activities.
David Lisk, Roanoke City Coordinator, was present to
describe the sister cities Program. He recommended that the
program be expanded to become the Roanoke Valley sister Cities
Program and invi ted Roanoke County to join. He advised thë¡l.t
under sister cities, 900 U. S. cities have been linked with 1400
foreign cities. In response to a question, Mr. Lisk advised that
in addition to dues of about $200, other expenses would include
an appropriation of $500 to the Roanoke Valley Program, and $500
for each sister city. He explained that the other expenses are
funded by indi viduals or by grants, not by the participating
city.
Supervisor Eddy moved to approve joining the sister
cities International Program. The motion carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
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Request for resolution
Industrial Revenue Bonds
Corporation. (Tim Gubala,
Director)
approvinq $5,500,000
for Hollins Colleqe
Economic Development
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Mr. Gubala advised that Hollins College Corporation is
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requesting the issuance of Industrial Revenue Bonds from the
Industrial Development Authority.
In 1988, the IDA approved $3
million to assist Hollins College in constructing a gymnasium,
and they have requested that the 1988 bonds be refunded and new
bonds totalling $5.5 million be issued to renovate academic and
residential buildings and other improvements to the campus.
Following questions regarding the use of the 1988
bonds, Supervisor Nickens asked for more background information
on why it took seven years for Hollins College to refund the
bonds.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the resolution for
industrial revenue bonds.
The motion carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS:
None
APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 5995-2 FOR HOLLINS
COLLEGE CORPORATION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF
$5,500,000 OF INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS
WHEREAS,
the Industrial Development Authority of
Roanoke County, Virginia (the "Authority") has considered the
application of Hollins College Corporation (the "College")
requesting the issuance of one or more of the Authority's revenue
bonds or notes in an amount not to exceed $5,500,000 (the
"Bonds") (1) to refund the Authority's $3,000,000 Educational
Facility Revenue Bonds (Hollins College), Series 1988, which were
issued to assist the College in constructing a gymnasium of
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approximately 19,000 square feet, and/or (2) to assist the
College in (a) renovating academic and residential buildings, (b)
constructing a new roadway and parking lot, (c) constructing a
new front entrance to the College Campus, and/or (d) acquiring
and installing furniture, fixtures, machinery and equipment, all
of which facilities (collectively, the "Project") will be located
on the College's campus on u.s. Route 11 North in Roanoke County,
Virginia (the "County") and will be owned and operated by the
College, and has held a public hearing thereon; and,
WHEREAS, it has been requested that the Board of
Supervisors of the County of Roanoke (the "Board") approve the
financing of the proj ect and issuance of the Bonds, and such
approval is required for compliance with section 147 (f) of the
Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code");
NOW, THEREFORE ,---BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, as follows:
1. The Board approves the financing of the proj ect
and the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority for the benefit of
the College, as required by said Section 147(f), to permit the
Authority to assist in the financing of the Project.
2 . The approval of the issuance of the Bonds, as
required by said Section l47(f), does not constitute an
endorsement of the Bonds or the creditworthiness of the College
or otherwise indicate that the proj ect possesses any economic
viability. The Bonds shall provide that neither the Commonwealth
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of Virginia (the Commonwealth) nor any political subdivision
thereof, including the County and the Authority, shall be
obligated to pay the principal of or interest on the Bonds or
other costs incident thereto except from the revenues and
receipts pledged therefore and neither the faith or credit nor
the taxing power of the Commonwealth or any political subdivision
thereof, including the County and the Authority, shall be pledged
thereto.
3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon
its adoption.
On motion of
Supervisor Johnson to adopt the
resolution, and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
NAYS:
Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
None
~ Request for Approval of Dental Insurance Contract.
(Diane Hyatt. Finance Director)
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Ms. Hyatt reported that the renewal rates from Delta
Dental Insurance reflects a 7% increase over the prior year
premiums.
Funds are included in the proposed budget to pay the
increase for current county and school employees.
Ms. Hyatt
advisdd that retiree claims are higher than current employee
claims and they will be monitoring' the situation to determine
whether to limit retirees dental coverage to the basic plan in
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the future.
Following discussion, there was general agreement that
the employees should pay for some of the increased premium.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the dental contract
with the following changes: 1995/96 employee premium for
employee: $4.64, employee plus one: $12.92; Family: $27.16. The
motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
~ Request to establish a policy for the distribution
of year-end surolus of the General Fund. (Diane I
Hyatt, Finance Director)
This item was continued until after the discussion at
the Budget Work Session. No action was taken following the
Budget Work Session.
IN RE: REQUESTS FOR WORK SESSIONS
~ Reauest for work Session on May 16, 1995 to
discuss the Capital Improvement Proqram. (Elmer c.
Hodqe, County Administrator)
It was the consensus of the Board to hold a work
session on May 17, 1995 at 2:00 p.m. to discuss the cry.
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Commission on June 13, 1995 to discuss Zoninq
Ordinance amendments for sinqle-wide manufactured
homes. (Jon Hartlev, Assistant Director, Planninq
and Zoninq)
It was the consensus of the Board not to hold the work
session.
Supervisor Nickens asked for a work session on
ridership demand for CORTRAN. Mr. Hodge will provide a report
either on May 23, 1995, or June 13, 1995.
IN RE: REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS
~ Public Hearinq on Road Improvements to Route 221.
It was the consensus of the Board, with Supervisor
Kohinke dissenting, to hold a public hearing after the Virginia
Department of Transportation holds their public hearings on May
24 and May 25, 1995, to discuss Route 221 road improvement
options. This public hearing by the Board is to be held before
the Commonwealth Transportation Board makes a decision concerning
this project.
IN RE:
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
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Ordinance authorizinq the exchanqe of certain real
estate with Frank D. Porter III and Beverlv V.
Porter, his wife. in connection with the
"Lonqridqe" subdivision, and the south loop water
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transmission
line.
(Garv
Robertson,
utility
Director)
County Attorney Paul Mahoney advised that this
ordinance authorizes the conveyance of certain real estate to the
Porters in order to assist them with the development of a
proposed subdivision known as Longridge. In exchange for this
conveyance the ordinance authorizes the acceptance by the County
of other real estate from Porter including easements for the
South Loop Water Transmission line. Mr. Mahoney explained that
there were very specific dates outlined in the ordinance to
accomplish the transaction.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the first reading I
and set the second reading for May 23, 1995. The motion carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
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Ordinance vacatinq a portion of 50 foot riqht-of-
way and temporary cul-de-sac known as Carolyn
Circle, 50 foot riqht-of-wav known as Copeland
Drive in its entirety and all public easements
located within Block 2, Lots 29 and 30, Block 3,
Lots 1 throuqh 4 and Block 1, Lots 26 throuqh 28
shown on the subdivision of Suqarloaf Hiqhlands,
Section 1 located in the Windsor Hills Magisterial
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District, upon the petition of Frank D. Porter III
and Beverlv Porter. (Arnold Covey, Director of
Enqineerinq & Inspections)
Mr. Covey explained that the petitioners are requesting
vacation of the referenced right of ways and easement so that
they may proceed with the development and platting of the
Longridge subdivision. staff recommends approval of the vacation
with the condition that the ordinance does not become effective
until Longridge subdivision plat is approved by Roanoke County
and recorded in the County Clerk's Office.
Supervisor Eddy moved to approve the first reading and
set the second reading for May 23, 1995. The motion carried by
the fOllowing recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
~ Ordinance authorizinq the donation bv lease of
office space in the Roanoke County Administration
Center to the Friends of the Blue Ridqe Parkway.
(Elmer C. Hodqe, County Administrator)
Mr. Hodge explained that Friends of the Blue Ridge
Parkway is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to
preserving, protecting and promoting the Blue Ridge Parkway.
They have been instrumental in the Parkway Coalition working with
the County, parkway officials and private developers to resolve
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viewshed and parkway protection issues.
Mr. Hodge advised that
the donation of office space will put the Friends main office in
Virginia for the first time in two years.
staff recommends
approval of a lease terminable at will by either party with
office space limited to approximately 200 square feet. The
County will prov~ge all utility, janitor~~l and maintenance
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services. Mr. Hodgè advised that Friends will use County phones,
fax and copy machines, but these expenses will be reimbursed to
the county by Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Supervisor Eddy asked that the accurate square footage
involved in the donation of office space be clarified in the
ordinance before the second reading.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the first reading
and set the second reading for May 23, 1995.
The motion carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS:
None
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~ Ordinance declarinq several parcels of real estate
to be surplus and acceptinq offers for the sale of
same. (Paul M. Mahoney, County Attorney)
Mr. Mahoney reported that the ordinance will authorize
the sale of four surplus well lots which were advertised in the
Roanoke Times and World News on April 9, 1995.
The County
received four offers on April 25, but their identity, the amount,
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terms and conditions of the offers shall be kept confidential
until the second reading.
Supervisor Minnix moved to approve the first reading
and set the second reading for May 23, 1995. The motion carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Supervisor Johnson
h Ordinance authorizinq the financing of a local
public works improvement, Bonsack Community sewer
extension, for Michael Dunn. (Gary Robertson,
utility Director)
Mr. Robertson advised that three residents of the
Bonsack Community have contacted the County for assistance in
eliminating the release of raw sewage into the environment. Only
one of these residents can install a septic system. The
construction for the extension of the public sewer system is
estimated at $20,000 plus off-site facility fees of $3,000. The
County Administrator negotiated a total cost not to exceed
$20,000 with each party required to pay $6,667. If the actual
construction costs are less that the estimated amount, the
property owners will be given the benefit; if the actual costs
exceed $20,000 the County will be responsible for the increase.
One of the property owners has requested that the County allow
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him to pay his portion over 10 years in accordance with
provisions in Ordinance 112288-7.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the first reading
and set the second reading for May 23, 1995.
The motion carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Ko.hinke, Eddy,r Nickens, Minnix
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~ Ordinance amendinq and reenactinq Article I,
Chapter 4 Amusements of the Roanoke County Code· to
conform
this
state
posting
ordinance
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requlations for water quality and to provide
authority to the Health Director to neqotiate
recommendations at each swimminq Dool site on
issues related to public health and safety without
exercise of requlatory or enforcement powers.
(JoseDh Obenshain, Sr. Assistant County Attorney)
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Mr. Obenshain advised that in ~une 1994 the Board
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adopted additions to the County Code authorizing the Health
Department to conduct inspections of public swimming pools.
Since that time, the Virginia Department of Health has adopted
regulations that are less stringent than the requirements in the
Code.
Additionally, comments have been received from owners of
pools and companies that service pools with requests for changes
in the provisions.
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Mr. Obenshain reported that after meetings with
citizens involved in ownership, operation or maintenance of
pools, the Roanoke County Health Department is recommending that
it operate its inspection program in the form of a recommendation
process, and not exercise any diréct enforcement powers.
Mr. Ronald Ramsey, 6641 Poage Valley Road, spoke
supporting the deletion of all regulations until they can be
reconsidered. Mr. Joe Kennerly, formerly with the Roanoke City
Health Department, was present, and advised that all Roanoke City
pools have been certified since 1976.
Supervisors Eddy and Nickens expressed concern about
leaving an ordinance on record that would not be enforced.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the first reading
of the ordinance and set the second reading for May 23, 1995, and
that the ordinance will provide recommendations for only one
year.
Supervisor Eddy amended Supervisor Johnson's motion to
rescind the existing ordinance and authorize the Health
Department to enforce safety at County pools in their best
judgement until further action by the Board. The amended motion
was defeated by the following recorded vote.
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Minnix
NAYS: Supervisors Johnson, KOhinke, Nickens
Supervisor Johnson's original motion to approve the
first reading of the ordinance and set the second reading for May
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AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: Supervisor Eddy
IN RE: SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
~ Ordinance authorizinq conveyance of easements to
Appalachian Power Company and Bell Atlantic
extendinq alonq Benois Road and across a surplus
well lot. (John Willey, Property Manaqer)
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There was no discussion and no citizens present to
speak on this ordinance.
Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the
ordinance. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
ORDINANCE 5995-4 AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF EASEMENTS TO
APPALACHIAN POWER COMPANY AND BELL ATLANTIC EXTENDING
ALONG BENOIS ROAD AND ACROSS A SURPLUS WELL LOT OWNED
BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
WHEREAS, Appalachian Power Company (APCO) and Bell
Atlantic have requested easements for the relocation of existing
pUblic utility easements across property owned by the Roanoke
County Board of supervisors, located along Benois Road, and known
as the Wheeler well lot; and,
WHEREAS, APCO and Bell Atlantic require these easements
as a result of a road widening project of the Commonwealth of
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Virginia, Virginia Department of Transportation; and,
WHEREAS,
the proposed easements will serve the
interests of the public and are necessary for the public health,
safety, and welfare of citizens of the County of Roanoke.
THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors
of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04
of the Roanoke County Charter, the acquisition and disposition of
real estate can be authorized only by ordinance.
A first
reading of this ordinance was held on April 25, 1995; and a
second reading was held on May 9, 1995.
2. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 16.01
of the Charter of Roanoke County, the interests in real estate to
be conveyed are hereby declared to be surplus, and are hereby
made available for other public uses by conveyance to Appalachian
Power Company and Bell Atlantic for the provision of public
utility services.
3. That donation of an easement for utility line(s)
along Benois Road and the property known as Wheeler well lot is
subject to the following conditions:
(a) All costs and expenses of this relocation shall be
paid by VDOT, APCO and Bell Atlantic;
(b) VDOT, APCO and Bell Atlantic agree to restore and
repair any damage to the County's property which may be
caused by the construction, operation, or maintenance
of said easement.
(c) The existing APCO and Bell Atlantic utility
easements are hereby abandoned and hereby reconveyed to
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4. That the County Administrator is hereby authorized
to execute such documents and take such further actions as may be
necessary to accomplish this conveyance, all of which shall be on
form approved by the County Attorney.
5. That this ordinance shall be effective on and from
the date of its adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens to adopt the ordinance,
and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
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~ Ordinance declarinq .06 acre of real estate
(Public Service Center) identified as Tax Map No.
36.03-1-1, located off Kessler Mill Road and
Interstate 81, to be surplus and acceptinq offer
for sale. (John Willey. Property Manager)
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There was no discussion and no citizens present to
speak on this ordinance.
Supervisor Kohinke moved to adopt the ordinance. The
motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None II
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ORDINANCE 5995-5 DECLARING A PORTION OF A PARCEL OF
REAL ESTATE (PUBLIC SERVICE CENTER) IDENTIFIED AS A
PORTION OF TAX MAP NO. 36.03-1-1 CONSISTING OF .06 ACRE
LOCATED OFF KESSLER MILL ROAD AND INTERSTATE 81 TO BE
SURPLUS AND ACCEPTING OFFER FOR THE SALE OF SAME
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 16.01
of the Charter of Roanoke County, the subject property, having
been made available for other public uses, namely, the expansion
of Interstate 81, is hereby declared to be surplus.
2. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04
of the Charter of Roanoke County, a first reading of this
ordinance was held on April 25, 1995; and a second reading was
held on May 9, 1995, concerning the disposition of a portion of
the parcel of real estate, known as the Public Service Center,
consisting of .06 acre, and identified on the Roanoke County Land
Records as a portion of Tax Map No. 36.03-1-1 located at Kessler
Mill Road and Interstate 81 in the Catawba Magisterial District
of the County of Roanoke, Virginia.
3. That an offer for said property having been
received, the offer of the Commonweal th of Virginia, Virginia
Department of Transportation to purchase this property for the
sum of One Thousand Twenty ($1,020.00) Dollars is hereby
accepted/rejected.
4. That the purchase price for the property shall be
paid upon delivery of a deed therefor and all proceeds from the
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sale of this real estate are to be paid into the capital
improvements fund.
5. That the County Administrator is hereby authorized
to execute such documents and take such actions on behalf of
Roanoke County as are necessary to accomplish the sale of said
property, all of which shall be on form approved by the County
Attorney.
6. That this ordinance shall be effective on and from
the date of its adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Kohinke to adopt the ordinance,
and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix II
NAYS: None
~ Ordinance authorizinq the lease of 10.40 acres of
real estate to Eurman V. Wiseman, Jr. (John
Willey, Property Manaqer)
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There was no discussion and no citizens present to
speak on this ordinance.
Supervisor Johnson moved to adopt the ordinance. The
motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
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ORDINANCE 5995-6 AUTHORIZING THE LEASE OF
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10.40 ACRES OF REAL ESTATE TO EURMAN V.
WISEMAN, JR.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That pursuant to the provisions of section 18.04
of the Charter of Roanoke County, a first reading concerning the
disposition of the hereinabove-described real estate was held on
April 25, 1995.
The second reading on this matter was held on
May 9, 1995; and
2. This property consists of approximately 10.40
acres of real estate with improvements identified as Roanoke
County Tax Map No. 73.00-1-6; and
3. That it is in the County's best interest to lease
this property to Eurman V. Wiseman, Jr. , in order to safeguard
the valuable improvements thereon and to receive fair market
value lease payments until such time as it may be necessary to
utilize said property in connection with the Spring Hollow
Reservoir Project.
This lease is subject to the provisions of
Section 15.1-260 and Section 15.1-261.1 of the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended; and
4. That the County Administrator is authorized to
execute such documents and take such actions on behalf of Roanoke
County as are necessary to accomplish this transaction, all of
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On motion of Supervisor Johnson to adopt the ordinance,
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and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
IN RE:
APPOINTMENTS
~ Clean Valley Council
Supervisor Eddy expressed his interest at being
reappointed for another two year term. This term will expire
June 30, 1997.
Supervisor Nickens advised that he will contact Vince
Reynolds concerning reappointment.
~ Fifth Planninq District Commission
Supervisor Kohinke advised that he did not want to
serve another three year term as an elected representative.
Supervisor Minnix---advised that Alfred C. Anderson would
like to be reappointed for another three year term as an elected
representative.
Supervisor Eddy advised that he will contact Lee
Osborne concerning appointment to the Executive Committee.
Supervisor Nickens will contact Pat Dean concerning
reappointment as a citizen representative.
~ Highway and Transportation Safety Commission
Supervisor Eddy nominated Horace L. McPherson to serve
another four year term which will expire June 30, 1999.
~ Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
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Supervisor Johnson nominated Tim Hoelzle to serve
another three year term which will expire June 30, 1998.
Supervisor Minnix nominated Jack Griffith to serve
another three year term which will expire June 30, 1998.
h Roanoke Valley Reqional Cable TV Committee
Supervisor Nickens advised that he will contact James
B. Dickey about serving another three year term which will expire
June 11, 1998.
~ Virqinia Western Community College Board
Supervisor Johnson nominated Geoffrey ottaway to serve
another four year term which will expire June 30, 199.
IN RE:
CONSENT AGENDA
R-5995-7; R-5995-7.b
Supervisor Johnson moved
to
adopt
the
Consent
Resolution. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, KOhinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 5995-7 APPROVING AND CONCURRING IN CERTAIN
ITEMS SET FORTH ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA FOR
THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM M - CONSENT AGENDA
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That the certain section of the agenda of the Board
of Supervisors for May 9, 1995, designated as Item M - Consent
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Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to each
i tern separately set forth in said section designated Items 1
through 4, inclusive, as follows:
1. Approval of Minutes - April 11, 1995
2.
Proclamation declaring May 21
Industry Appreciation Week.
27, 1995 as
3. Adoption of a resolution in support of the
Virginia Department of Transportation Secondary
Road Project: Ranchcrest Drive and Merriman Road.
4. Donation of a 15-foot drainage easement on
property of Scott stinson located on West River
Road.
2. That the Clerk to the Board is hereby authorized
and directed where required by law to set forth upon any of said
items the separate vote tabulation for any such item pursuant to
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this resolution.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson to adopt the· Consent
Resolution, and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 5995-7.b REQUESTING APPROVAL AND SUPPORT
OF THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION'S PROJECT
0613-080-226,C-501, RANCHCREST DRIVE AND MERRIMAN ROAD
WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Transportation held
a location and design public hearing on March 30, 1995 for the
purpose of- sOliciting public comment (s) on the proposed
improvements to Merriman Road and Ranchcrest Drive.
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors does hereby approve
and support the improvements as proposed to Ranchcrest Drive and I
Merriman Road as outlined in Roanoke County's six Year
Construction Plan for Fiscal Years 1994-2000.
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NOW, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED, that a copy of this
resolution duly attested be forthwith forwarded to the Virginia
Department of Transportation Salem Residency Office by the Clerk
to the Board of Supervisors.
Recorded Vote
Moved By:
Seconded By:
Yeas:
Nays:
Supervisor Johnson
None Required
Supervisors Johnson.
Minnix
None
Kohinke.
Eddv.
Nickens.
IN RE:
REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Eddy:
(1) He asked about the resolution of
the noise problem at Corrugated Container.
Mr. Hodge advised
that they are removing the motor from the roof. Chairman Minnix
advised that Economic Development Specialist Joyce Waugh was
following up on problem. (2)
He asked about the ordinance that
will provide the Police Department with authority over certain
zoning· violations related to parking.
Mr. Hodge reported that
staff is still reviewing this ordinance and will bring it back on
May 23, 1995.
(3) He asked about the Organ and Tissue Donation
Commission.
Board Clerk Mary Allen advised that the Board
response indicated support establishing the commission with the
five localities who responded affirmatively, with Chairman Minnix
sending letters to the localities that have not responded. (5)
He asked for a response to his telephone survey suggestions. Ms.
Green advised that his suggestions have been sent to Martin
Research for their opinions.
(6)
He asked about Mr. Hodge's
memorandum to Board members suggesting that changes be made to
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the Citizen Comment procedures. Mr. Hodge advised that there was
no consensus so he is making no changes at this time. (7) He
advised that he felt the student Government Day activities went
very well and that he was impressed with the students.
IN RE:
CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
~ Mr. Georqe Pierce, 8005 Olsen Road spoke reqardinq
the reauirement to install an 8" sewer line to his
new residence.
Mr. piece requested a change in the sewer ordinance
because he had to spend $17,080 to get an 8" sewer extension to
his house which he felt was unnecessary. II
Chairman Minnix requested that Mr. Hodge and County
staff meet with Mr. pierce and report back to the Board.
IN RE:
REPORTS
Supervisor Johnson moved to receive and file the
following reports. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
~ General, Fund unappropriated Balance
~ Capital Fund Unappropriated Balance
~ Board Continqency Fund
~ Proclamation Siqned by the Chairman
h QuarterlY ReÞort on Police Department Traffic unit
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IN RE:
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 9: 30 p.m., Supervisor Nickens moved to go into
Executi~e Session pursuant to the Code of Virginia section 2.1-
344 A (7) legal matter requiring legal advise; (3) disposition of
the County's interest in certain publicly held real estate shown
on surplus property list, and (7) pending litigation, EEOC vs.
Roanoke County Police Department.
The motion carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, KOhinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS:
None
IN RE: CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
R-S99S-8
At 10:02 p.m. , Supervisor Eddy moved to return to open
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session and adopt the certification Resolution regarding legal
matters only. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 5995-8 CERTIFYING EXECUTIVE MEETING WAS
HELD IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CODE OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia has convened an executive meeting on this date pursuant
to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance with the
provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.1-344.1 of the Code of Virginia
requires a certification by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
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County, virginia, that such executive meeting was conducted in
conformity with Virginia law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE
Supervisors of Roanoke County,
IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
Virginia, hereby certifies that,
to the best of each members knowledge:
1. Only public business matters lawfully exempted from
open meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the
executive meeting which this certification resolution applies,
and
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2. Only such public business matters as were
identif ied in the motion convening the executive meeting were
heard, discussed or considered by the Board of Supervisors of I
Roanoke County, Virginia.
On motion of Supervisor Eddy to adopt the Certification
Resolution, and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS: None
IN RE:
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 10:02 p.m., the Board returned to Executive Session
to discuss disposi tion of real estate on the surplus property
list as described in the original motion. Supervisor Johnson was
absent.
IN RE: CERTIFICATION RESOLUTION
R-S99S-9
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At 10:03 p.m., Supervisor Eddy moved to return to open
session and adopt the Certification Resolution regarding the
surplus real estate.
The ~otion carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Kohinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS:
None
ABSENT:
Supervisor Johnson
RESOLUTION 5995-9 CERTIFYING EXECUTIVE MEETING WAS
HELD IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CODE OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia has convened an executive meeting on this date pursuant
to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance with the
provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.1-344.1 of the Code of Virginia
requires a certification by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, that such executive meeting was conducted in
conformity with Virginia law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, hereby certifies that,
to the best of each members knowledge:
1. Only public business matters lawfully exempted from
open meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the
executive meeting which this certification resolution applies,
and
2 .
Only such public business matters as were
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identif ied in the motion convening the executive meeting were
heard, discussed or considered by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia.
On motion of Supervisor Eddy to adopt the Certification
Resolution, and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors KOhinke, Eddy, Nickens, Minnix
NAYS:
None
ABSENT:
Supervisor Johnson
IN RE:
ADJOURNMENT
At 10:11 p.m., Chairman Minnix adjourned the meeting to
2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 17,1995, for the purpose of work I
sessions on the budget and the Capital Improvement Program.
Submitted by,
Approved by,
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Clerk to the Board
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