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Roanoke County Board of Supervisors
Roanoke County Administration Center
3738 Brambleton Avenue, S.W.
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
May 22, 1990
The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, met this day at the Roanoke County Administration Center,
this being the second Tuesday, and the second regularly scheduled
meeting of the month of May, 1990.
IN RE:
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Robers called the meeting to order at 3:05 p.m.
The roll call was taken.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chairman Richard W. Robers, Vice Chairman Steven
A. McGraw, Supervisors Lee B. Eddy, Bob L.
Johnson, Harry C. Nickens
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
STAFF PRESENT:
Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; John M.
Chambliss, Assistant County Administrator for
Human Services; o. Arnold Covey, Director,
Development & Inspections; Don M. Myers I
Assistant County Administrator for Management
Services; Paul M. Mahoney, County Attorney; Mary
H. Allen, Clerk; Anne Marie Green, Information
Officer; Brenda J. Holton, Deputy Clerk; Paul M.
Mahoney, County Attorney
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IN RE:
OPENING CEREMONIES
The invocation was given by the Reverend J. W. Hatton, Fort
Lewis Baptist Church. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all
present.
IN RE:
PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS
Chairman Robers advised that today was Student Government
Day. Prior to this meeting, there was a mock Board of Supervisors
Meeting with students from Roanoke County high schools participating.
He recognized those students who were in attendance at this meeting.
h Resolution of Conqratulations to Hidden Valley Junior
High School's Odyssey of the Mind team for winning
first place in state competition.
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Chairman Robers presented the resolution to Hidden Valley
Junior High School Principal David Blevins, and individual
certificates of appreciation and County pins to each team member, the
sponsor and coaches. He also presented a resolution signed by members
of the Student Government Board of Supervisors at their meeting
earlier in the day.
Supervisor Eddy moved to adopt the prepared resolution. The
motion carried by the following recorded vote:
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AYt;:s:
:supervisors t;aay, MCGraW, JOhnson, N1ckens, Robers
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 52290-1 OF CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HIDDEN VALLEY
JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL ODYSSEY OF THE MIND TEAM UPON WIN N I N G
FIRST PLACE IN STATE COMPETITION
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County School System has always shown a
commitment to training and expanding the minds of its students; and
WHEREAS, as an example of this commitment, the Odyssey of
the Mind teams allow students an opportunity to compete in an effort
to solve hypothetical problems; and
WHEREAS, the Hidden Valley Junior High School Odyssey of the
Mind Team consisted of David Allen, Peter Nevin, Andy Newton, Kris
Wiseley, Robert Herchenrider, and Ann Schleupner, sponsor Bob
Keniston,
and coaches
Mrs.
Lynn Schleupner and Mrs.
Diane
Herchenrider; and
WHEREAS, the Hidden Valley Junior High School Odyssey of the
Mind Team recently participated in the statewide competition in
Williamsburg, and won first place.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Roanoke County
Board of Supervisors, on behalf of itself and the citizens of the
County, does hereby extend its congratulations to the Hidden Valley
Junior High School Odyssey of the Mind Team; and
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors does
hereby extend its best wishes for good luck to the Team when they
journey to Iowa to compete in the World Competition.
On motion of Supervisor Eddy to approve the resolution and
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carr1ea DY ~ne Io~~ow1ng recorded vote:
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AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
~ Resolution of Appreciation to the Roanoke Vallev Youth
Soccer Club for hostinq the Fifth Annual Festival
Soccer Tournament.
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Chairman Robers presented the resolution to Danny Beamer
representing the Roanoke Valley Youth Soccer Club.
Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the prepared resolution.
The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 52290-2 OF APPRECIATION TO THE ROANOKE VALLEY
YOUTH SOCCER CLUB, INC. FOR ITS ASSISTANCE IN HOLDING THE
FIFTH ANNUAL FESTIVAL SOCCER TOURNAMENT IN THE ROANOKE
VALLEY
WHEREAS, The Roanoke Valley Youth Soccer Club, Inc. has been
instrumental in establishing an annual soccer tournament to be held in
the Roanoke Valley each year during the Memorial Day Weekend; and
WHEREAS, this tournament has continued to grow so that this
year there will be 176 teams competing in 22 divisions over two days
of competition; and
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WHEREAS, over 6,000 participants, family members, and
friends will come from 11 states to spend a weekend in the Roanoke
Valley to enjoy excellent soccer, the Festival events, and the other
opportunities and facilities of our community.
NOW, TH~REFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County that we express our sincere appreciation to the
officers, members, and volunteers of the Roanoke Valley Youth Soccer
Club, Inc. for their tireless efforts in organizing and holding the
FIFTH ANNUAL FESTIVAL SOCCER TOURNAMENT and wish to each participant a
warm welcome to the Roanoke Valley and much success in their athletic
endeavors.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens to approve resolution, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS: None
IN RE:
NEW BUSINESS
h Request for approval to construct a support facility at
the Reqional Fire and Rescue Traininq Center.
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Battalion Chief Mark Light advised that the next phase of
the Regional Fire and Rescue Training Center is the construction of a
support facility. He presented diagrams of the proposed facility
consisting of four classrooms, conference room, bath and shower
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rac1~1t1es, emergency serv1ces 11brary and off1ce space for state and
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local training operations.
He advised that the state Department of Fire Programs has
requested to lease space from the county in this facility to house the
area manager for fire service training.
He reported that the architectural firm has projected a cost of
approximately $400,000 for a 7,000 square foot training building, and
over the next six years, Roanoke County will receive approximately
$420,000 from the fire programs funds, approximately $100,000 from
leased space to the state, and $38,000 grant that has been approved
for restrooms for the center. This will equal approximately $108,000
the first year and $90,000 each year for the next five years.
Battalion Chief Light requested that the board authorize a lease
purchase finance plan for the construction and furnishing of the
Regional Training Center Support Facility and completion of the site
work.
Supervisor Johnson questioned whether the sanitary sewer goes
through this area.
Chief Thomas Fuqua advised that the public water
and sewer lines were extended to the end of the service center.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the request.
The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
~ Request of Appropriation to the School Federal Proqrams
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Fund of a GE Foundation El fun Grant and JTPA Summer
Youth Program qrant.
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Reta Busher, Director, Management & Budget, advised that the
Roanoke County School System has recently received two grants. One in
the amount of $21,000 from the GE Foundation, Elfun Educational
Challenge from the Shenandoah Chapter to involve students in grades K-
12 in a human relations curriculum. The second is in the amount of
$80,000 from the Fifth District Planning EmploYment and Training
Consortium's Private Industry Council and Policy Board for a Job
Training Partnership Act (JTPA) Summer Youth Program.
Dr. Eddie Kolb, Director, Pupil Personnel Services and
Special Education, and Garland Kidd, Director, Vocational and Adult
Education, were present to answer questions.
In response to a question from Dr. Nickens regarding the
Elfun grant, Dr. Kolb explained that the grant was to develop a
curriculum for a behavior adjustment program, to employ teachers and
purchase materials.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the appropriation of
both grants. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS: None
L.. Request to Virqinia Department of Transportation for
Industrial Access fundinq for Optical Cable.
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Tim Gubala, Director, Economic Development, advised that
Roanoke County requested approval from the Commonwealth Transportation
Board in 1988 for up to $450,000 in Industrial Access Funds for
Valleypointe.
In March 1990, Roanoke County received a six month
extension to allow for completion of construction and to locate a
qualifying industry.
He reported that Optical Cable Corporation intends to
conduct their fiber optic manufacturing operations from a 6.5 acre
tract served by Research Road in Valleypointe Industrial Park and this
industry will qualify for the Industrial Access Fund Program. He
requested that the board approve the resolution, amending the date to
August 1, 1990, for manufacturing operations to begin at Optical Cable
Corporation
and
forward
it
to
the
Virginia
Department
of
Transportation for reimbursement for Industrial Access Funds.
Supervisor Johnson commended the staff for bringing Optical
Cable Corporation to this site.
Supervisor Nickens noted that this
industry will bring up to 185 jobs by the third year of operation.
Supervisor Johnson moved to adopt the resolution amending
the date for manufacturing operations to begin to August 1, 1990. The
motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 52290-5 REQUESTING INDUSTRIAL ACCESS
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ROAD FUNDING FROM THE COKKONWEALTH TRANSPORTATION
BOARD (VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION) FOR
OPTICAL CABLE CORPORATION FACILITIES IN
VALLEYPOINTE.
WHEREAS, the Optical Cable Corporation has purchased property
located in the County of Roanoke and has entered into firm contract to
construct its facilities on that property for the purpose of producing
fiber optic cable; and
WHEREAS, this new facility is expected to involve a new private
capital investment in land, building, and manufacturing equipment of
approximately $6,500,000 and the Optical Cable Corporation is expected
to employ 185 persons at this facility; and
WHEREAS, manufacturing operations are expected to begin at this
new facility on or about August 1, 1990; and
WHEREAS, the property on which this facility will be located has
no access to a public street or highway and requires the construction
of a new roadway which would connect to Peters Creek Road (Route 117);
and
WHEREAS, the County of Roanoke hereby guarantees that the
necessary right of way for this new roadway and utility relocations or
adjustments, if necessary, will be provided at no cost to the Virginia
Department of Transportation;
WHEREAS, the County of Roanoke hereby guarantees that the
necessary right of way for this improvement, and utility relocations
or adjustments, if necessary, will be provided at no cost to the
Industrial Access Fund;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Roanoke County Board of
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Supervisors hereby requests that the Commonwealth Transportation Board
provide Industrial Access Road funding to provide an adequate road to
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this new manufacturing facility; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT:
The Roanoke County Board of
supervisors hereby agrees that the new roadway so constructed will be
added to and become a part of the road system of the County of Roanoke
(Secondary System of Highways).
On motion of Supervisor Johnson to approve resolution with
date for manufacturing operations to begin amended to August 1, 1990,
and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
h Resolution supportinq an historic preservation qrant
application to the Department of Historic Resources.
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There was no discussion of this item.
Supervisor McGraw moved to adopt the resolution. The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 52290-6 OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF
ROANOKE COUNTY VIRGINIA, INDICATING INTENT TO
PREPARE A HISTORIC RESOURCE PRESERVATION
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COMPONENT OF THE ROANOKE COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia
has expressed an interest in identifying areas and historic properties
worthy of local historic resource protection; and,
WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Historic Resources has
announced that certain grant funds are available to localities on a
competitive, matching share basis; and,
WHEREAS, a portion of these funds are designated solely for the
purpose of conducting local historic surveys or planning activities:
and,
WHEREAS, the Board has authorized, as part of the adopted FY 90-
91 budget, the expenditure of up to $20,000 in cash and in-kind
services to be used as a dollar for dollar matching share for any
grant funds offered by the Department of Historic Resources for the
purpose of identifying Roanoke County areas and historic properties
worthy of local historic resource protection; and,
WHEREAS, the Board desires to use the information and data
obtained from a local historic survey as a basis for future efforts to
protect any historically significant areas or properties identified.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, that the Board supports the efforts of the Virginia
Department of Historic Resources to assist localities with their
historic preservation efforts; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board will use the informatioT'.
obtained from the Roanoke County survey of historical areas anè
properties as a basis for a preservation component of the Roanoke
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county Comprehensive Plan, and w1ll d1rect the Roanoke County Plann1ng
Commission to prepare this component.
On motion of Supervisor McGraw to approve Resolution, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS: None
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IN RE:
REQUESTS FOR WORK SESSIONS
Mr. Hodge reported that a Work Session on Spring Hollow
Reservoir has been set for June 12, 1990. Supervisor Eddy requested
that utility connection fees and their relationship to funding of the
reservoir be discussed at this work session.
IN RE: REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS
Paul Mahoney advised that he will research and bring back to
the board a request for an ordinance and public hearing regarding the
imposition of filing fees which would be used to cover courthouse
maintenance costs.
IN RE:
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
h Ordinance qranting an easement to Appalachian Power
Company at Green Hill Park.
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There was no discussion of this item.
Supervisor McGraw moved to approve the first reading and set
second reading for June 12, 1990. The motion carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS: None
~ Ordinance appropriating the fiscal year 1990-91 budqet.
There was no discussion of this item.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the first reading and
set second reading for June 12, 1990. The motion carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS: None
L.. Ordinance Imposing or increasinq user fees for the
Parks and Recreation Department.
Reta Busher presented the staff report. She advised that
staff recommends phasing in over several years the inclusion of total
indirect costs in the cost recovery calculations in the ordinance.
Richard Cox. 5714 Capito Street. President of the North
Roanoke Recreation Club expressed concern about the impact of fees on
youth activities.
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Mr. Hodge responded that while the fees have not increased
in recent years, the costs of the programs have increased to $247,000
with the County recovering only $167,000 of the costs. He advised
that a hardship situation can be accommodated. Mr. Hodge expressed
appreciation for the efforts made by the recreation clubs and
suggested a meeting between John Chambliss, Assistant County
Administrator, and the other recreation clubs.
Mr. Cox stated that he was aware of the rising costs and he
would be willing to work towards a solution to help solve the problem
and felt the other recreation clubs would want to be involved in the
process.
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Supervisor Johnson suggested that a meeting be held with all
concerned before the second reading of this ordinance.
Supervisor McGraw expressed his concern that no children be
excluded because of fees and asked that determination of eligibility
be specific so there would be no loss of participation.
Supervisor Eddy asked if the policy was reviewed with the
recreation clubs and felt that while the board agrees to subsidize
youth activities, there must be a point when to draw the line. He
supported others interested in youth activities being invited to
participate in the meeting.
Supervisor Nickens explained that he has had communications
with two recreation program in East County and they are opposed but
acknowledge the need for additional maintenance. The Parks &
Recreation Advisory Commission had recommended fees in excess of those
in the ordinance. He suggested contacting the recreation club leaders
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for suggestions.
Supervisor Robers questioned whether the costly programs
with small participation were eliminated. John Chambliss explained
that each program is evaluated on its own merits and level of
participation. During 1989-90, there were 800 different programs
offered but only 600 programs were actually held based en
participation.
It was the consensus of the board that the staff should meet
with all interested groups for their input and discussions prior tc
the second reading of the ordinance. The board emphasized tha-:
although they feel the need to recover costs for the programs, their
intent is that no children are to be excluded from any recreational
program because of financial hardship.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the first reading and
set the second reading for June 12, 1990, with Paul Mahoney to modify
the ordinance if necessary. The motion carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS: None
IN RE:
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
h Ordinance to amend Article II of Chapter 5. "Animals
and Fowl" of the Roanoke County Code.
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There was no discussion of this ordinance.
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Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the ordinance. The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
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AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
ORDINANCE 52290-7 AMENDING ARTICLE II OF CHAPTER 5,
"ANIMALS AND FOWL" OF THE ROANOKE COUNTY CODE
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia, as follows:
1. That Sections 5-24, 5-29, and 5-44 are amended and section
5-34 is enacted of Article II of Chapter 5, "Animals and Fowl" to
read and provide as follows:
Sec. 5-24. Limitation on number kept per dwelling unit.
The harboring or keeping of more than (2) dogs over four (4) ~
~ months of age per dwelling shall be unlawful, unless a private
kennel license has been issued pursuant to this article.
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Sec. 5-29. Same-Impoundment.
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(d) If a dog confined pursuant to this section is not claimed by
the owner within seven (7) days from the time notice was given to the
owner or if the owner cannot be located within seven (7) days after
confinement, such dog may be disposed of in accordance with the
provisions of scction 29 213.66 section 3.1-796.96 of the Code of
Virginia.
19l A pickup fee of ten dollars ($10.00) for the first offense.
twenty dollars ($20.00) for the second offense. and thirty dollars
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($30.00) for the third offense shall be imposed in addition to the
normal board fee of five dollars ($5.00) per day when any dog is
claimed by its owner or custodian.
Sec. 5-34. Penalties.
lBl. The penalties for violation of Section 5-26 shall be as
follows:
ill A fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00)
nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00).
l2.l The iudge tryinq the case may order the owner or
custodian to remove such dog from the county within twenty-four (24)
hours of entry of such order or within twentY-four (24) hours after
the rabies observation period has expired. if applicable. or both.
LQl The penalties for violations of all other sections of this
chapter shall be as follows:
ill For the first offense. a fine of not less than ten
dollars ($10.00) nor more than twenty dollars ($20.00).
l2.l For a second offense within a consecutive twelve month
(12) period. a fine of not less than twenty dollars ($20.00) nor more
than fifty dollars ($50.00).
ill For a third offense within a consecutive twelve month
(12) period. a fine of not less than fifty dollars ($50.00) nor more
than five hundred dollars ($500.00).
i!l The iudqe tryinq case may order any animal permanently
removed from the county within twenty-four (24) hours of such order.
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Sec. 5-44. Tax imposed
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(a) An annual license tax is hereby imposed on dogs required to
be licensed under this division in the following amounts:
(1) Male or female dog - Ten Dollars ($10.00)
cix DollarD ($6.00).
(2) Female doq - Ten Dollars ($10.00)
(3) Neutered or spayed dog - Five Dollars ($5.00) Three
Dollar3 ($3.00) with a veterinarian's certificate that
the dog has been neutered or spayed.
(4) Kennel for up to twenty (20) dogs - TwentY-five
Dollars ($25.00) Fiftccn Dollar3 ($15.00).
(5) Kennel for UP to fifty (50) dogs - ThirtY-five
Dollars ($35.00) Twenty five Dollûr3 ($25.00).
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(2) The effective date of this ordinance shall be November 1.
1990 for section 5-44 and July 1. 1990 for all other amendments.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens to adopt ordinance, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
~ Ordinance repealinq Ordinance No. 12489-6 which imposed
certain limitations upon the location of certain types
of siqns.
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There was no discussion of this ordinance.
Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the ordinance. The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
ORDINANCE 52290-8 REPEALING ORDINANCE 12489-6 WHICH IMPOSED
CERTAIN LIMITATIONS UPON THE LOCATION OF CERTAIN TYPES OF
SIGNS
WHEREAS, on January 24, 1989, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, adopted Ordinance 12489-6, said ordinance provided
for a limitation or prohibition upon the location of certain types of
signs; and
WHEREAS, on April 24, 1990, the Board adopted Ordinance 42490-11
which provided for new zoning regulations pertaining to the display of
signage and repealed or amended certain existing zoning regulations
pertaining to the display of signs; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance 42490-11 supersedes and replaces Ordinance
12489-6 in its purpose and effect, and it is therefore just and
appropriate to repeal same; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on May 8,
1990, and the second reading of this ordinance was held on May 22,
1990.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
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Virginia, as follows:
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1. That Ordinance 12489-6 is repealed in its entirety.
ORDINANCE 12489 6 AMENDnlC AND REENACTnlG THE ROA1lOKE COUNTY
CODE TO rROVIDE FOR A rROIlIBITION UrON TIlE LOCATION OF
CER-TAIN TyrEe OF CICNC
WHEREAC, the Board of Cupervisors of Roano]œ County, TyTirginia,
recognizes that "general adverti3ing" siqn3 (billboards) are becoming
a blight upon the County, and that this is the functional equivalent
of a public nuisance, adverDely affecting the appearance of the
community, aesthetic3, vitality, the enhancemcnt of property valuc3,
as yell as the value of the CountY'3 commercial and re3idential area3,
and that such sign3 con3titute a traffic hazard ad-..er3cly affecting
the traffic safety in the County; and
WIIEREAC, ccction 15.1 510 of the Codc of Virginia (1950), ;13
amendcd, authorizc3 any county to adopt 3uch mea3urC3 a3 it may dcem
expedicnt to Decure and promote the health, safety, and general
welfare of the inhabitants of the county, and further that the
provi3ion3 of Chaptcr 18 of Title 15.1 (Cection 15.1 837, et 3eq.) ;1nd
that cection 2.01 of the Roanoke County Charter (1906 Act3 of
Assembly, Chapter 617) authorize the adoption of thi3 ordinance; and
WUEREAC, the first reading of thi3 ordinance ~;as held on January
10, 1909; and the 3econd reading of thi3 ordinance was held on January
24,1989.
BE IT ORDAINED by thc Board of Cupcrvi30rs of Roano]cc County,
Virginia, a3 folloys:
Cec. 1. Definitions.
~. Any di3play of any lctters, ~ord3, numerals, figures,
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ðc.ices, emblems, pic~ures, or any parts or combinations thereof, by
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any means whereby thc same are madc visible for the purpose of making
anything Jrnown, whcther such display bc made on, attachcd to, or as a
part of a structure, surface, or any other thing, including but not
limited to the ground, afty rock, tree, or other natural object which
di3play is visible beyond the boundaries of the parcel of land on
which the samc is made.
This definition includes the 3upport3,
upright3, bracing, and framc'"mrk of any structure, be it single
faccd, double faced, v type or othe~'ise, exhibiting a sign.
Ceneral advertisinq sign.
A sign which direct3 attention to a
product, commodity, or service not conducted, sold, or offered upon
the 3ame lot or parcel where such sign is located.
Cec. 2.
Prohibited signs.
no general adverti3ing sign shall be
located within the county.
Cec. 3.
Vested riqhts. Nothing in thi3 ordinance shall bc con3trued
to authorize the impairment of any vested right to an existing general
ad?erti3ing sign and that those signs in use at the effcctive datc of
this ordinance may be continued.
If any change in title or p03se3sion or rencwal of a leaDc of any
sign or sign structure that is the subject of this ordinance or any
lot or parcel upon which a sign or sign 3tructure is located occur3.
then the U3e of that sign or sign structure may be continued. If any
3ign or sign structure i3 discontinued for a period exceeding two
years after the effecti";e date of this ordinancc, thcn it shall
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conform to the provisions of this ordinance.
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The con3truction of a sign or sign structure for which a pcrmit
~as legally issucd according to thc provisions of the Roanoke county
Zoning Ordinance prior to the effective date of this ordinance may
proceed and continue, pro?idcd, that the construction of said sign and
3ign structure is completed within thirty (30) days after the
effecti~e date of thi3 ordinance.
Cec. 4.
violations.
Any violation of the provi3ions of this
ordinancc shall constitutc a Cla3s 1 miDdemeanor and be punishcd as
provided in Cection 1 10 of this Code.
In addition, the County Administrator on behalf of the Doard of
Cupervi30r3 shall havc all ncceDDary authority to administer and
enforce the provision3 of this ordinance, including the bringing of
lcgal action to in3ure compliance ~ith the ordinance, including
injunction, abatement, or other appropriate action or procecding.
Sec. 5.
Ceverabilitv.
In the evcnt that any portion of thi3
ordinance i3 held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the
other valid portion3 of this ordinance.
Cee. G.
Effective date. The effective date of this ordinance 3hall
be January 25, 1989.
2. This ordinance shall be effective May 8, 1990.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens to approve ordinance, and carried
by the following recorded vote:
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AYES:
Superv1sors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
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NAYS:
None
h Ordinance acceptinq an offer of and authorizing the ..
execution of a lease of real estate. office space for
the Roanoke County Office of the Virainia Cooperative
Extension Service.
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John Chambliss presented the staff report.
Supervisor Johnson requested that the staff make an in-
house study of all space leased by the county, including utilities
costs, lease increase, insurance and need for additional space.
Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the ordinance. The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
ORDINANCE 52290-9 ACCEPTING THE OFFER OF AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE OF REAL ESTATE, OFFICE
SPACE FOR THE ROANOKE COUNTY OFFICE OF THE
VIRGINIA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
Virginia as follows:
1. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of the
Charter of Roanoke County, the acquisition of any interest in real
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estate, which includes a lease of office space, shall be accomplished
by ordinance and pursuant to the authority found in Sections 15.1-262
and 15.1-897 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended; and
2. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of the
Charter of Roanoke County the first reading on this ordinance was held
on May 8, 1990, and the second reading was held on May 22, 1990,
concerning the lease of office space for the use of the Roanoke County
office of the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service at 916 Kime Lane
in the City of Salem, Virginia, commonly known as Hundley Hall,
situate on the Elizabeth Campus of Roanoke College, together with all
appurtenances thereto belonging; and
3. That this lease is with THE TRUSTEES OF ROANOKE COLLEGE,
a Virginia non-stock corporation, of approximately Four Thousand,
Three Hundred Forty-two (4,342) square feet of office space for a term
commencing the first day of July 1990 and ending the 30th day of June,
1993 for a base rental for the initial three (3) year term of the
lease of One Hundred Thousand, Nine Hundred Fifty-One and 50/100
Dollars ($100,951.50) and with options to renew or extend the term of
the lease; and
4. That the lease agreement setting forth the terms and
conditions of this lease is incorporated herein by reference.
5. That the County Administrator is authorized to execute this
lease on behalf of the County of Roanoke and to execute such other
documents and take such other actions as are necessary to accomplish
this transaction all of which shall be upon form approved by the
County Attorney.
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On motion of Supervisor Nickens to approve ordinance, and carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
IN RE:
REQUESTS FOR PUBLIC HEARING AND FIRST READING FOR REZONING
ORDINANCE - CONSENT AGENDA
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the first reading and
set second reading and public hearing for June 26, 1990.
The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
h Ordinance to rezone 3.49 acres from M-1 to M-2 to be
developed into five industrial sites located on Starkey
Road off Terminal Road in the Cave Sprinq Magisterial
District upon the request of Frank W. Martin.
IN RE:
REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Eddv:
(1) Asked Supervisor McGraw to report in
detail regarding newspaper article on consolidation negotiations. (2)
Asked for board consideration for a study of county operations by
employees from other localities.
He asked Mr. Hodge to study the
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possibility and bring back a report with costs and analysis.
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IN RE: REQUEST FOR RAFFLE PERMIT - HIDDEN VALLEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
ODYSSEY OF THE MIND TEAK
A-52290-10
Supervisor Eddy moved to approve a raffle permit for the
Hidden Valley Junior High School Odyssey of the Mind Team. The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS: None
sUDervisor McGraw: (1) Played a promotional tape supporting
consolidation from Rick Beason, WSLQ and WSLC that stated incorrect
information on the possibility of taxing county residents who work in
city. Paul Mahoney advised that this was unconstitutional.
Supervisor McGraw directed the County Attorney to send a letter to Mr.
Beason advising him of this fact. (2) Reported on the consolidation
negotiations regarding East County residents being allowed a second
vote on becoming part of Vinton if consolidation is approved. He
announced that there will be no changes regarding this issue and those
residents will become residents of the Town of vinton.
SUDervisor Johnson: Expressed concern about the confusion
regarding the proposed consolidation and negotiations process. He
suggested that the plan should be finalized and the citizens allowed
to vote.
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SUDervisor Robers: (1) Congratulated Mr. Hodge on the process
used to select the police chief and announced that thank you letters
will be sent to those who participated.
Supervisor Nickens: (1) Asked that staff investigate an
appropriate memorial to honor the late Darrell Shell, who was the
creator of the Parks and Recreation Department. (2) Asked Paul
Mahoney to bring back a policy or proposed ordinance setting standards
for recycling of water usage in car washes and requirements for
underground gasoline storage tanks.
IN RE:
RECONSIDERATION OF REZONING REQUEST FROM AEROSPACE RESEARCH
CORPORATION
Supervisor Nickens moved that Aerospace Research
Corporation's request to rezone 51.62 acres which was tabled at the
April 24, 1990 meeting be removed from the table for reconsideration.
The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS: Supervisor Eddy
IN RE: REQUEST FROM AEROSPACE RESEARCH CORPORATION TO REZONE 51.62
ACRES FROM M-2 TO R-1
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Supervisor Nickens presented information regarding the water and
sewer conditions and advised that there are no problem with well water
and septic systems in that area. He also advised that all lots will
be in excess of one acre.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the rezoning request
with proffered conditions.
The motion carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
Supervisor Eddy
ORDINANCE 52290-11 TO CHANGE THE ZONING
CLASSIFICATION OF A 51.62 ACRE TRACT OF REAL
ESTATE LOCATED OFF ROUTE 939 (AEROSPACE ROAD) (TAX
MAP NO. 90.00-3-12) IN THE VINTON MAGISTERIAL
DISTRICT FROM THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF M-2 TO
THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF R-1 WITH CONDITIONS
UPON THE APPLICATION OF AEROSPACE RESEARCH
CORPORATION
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on March
27, 1990, and the public hearing was held April 24, 1990; and,
WHEREAS, this ordinance having been tabled for further study and
consideration, was removed from the table and the second reading of
this ordinance was approved and adopted on May 22, 1990; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public
hearing on this matter on April 3, 1990; and,
WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement has been provided as
required by law.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
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Virginia, as follows:
1. That the zoning classification of a certain tract of real
estate containing 51.62 acres, as described herein, and located off
Route 939 (Aerospace Road), (Tax Map Number 90.00-3-12) in the vinton
Magisterial District, is hereby changed from the zoning classification
of M-2, General Industrial District, to the zoning classification of
R-1, Single Family Residential District.
2. That this action is taken upon the application of Aerospace
Research Corporation.
3. That the owner has voluntarily proffered in writing the
following conditions which the Board of Supervisors hereby accepts:
a. All lots in the proposed subdivision shall contain a
minimum land area of one acre.
b. A minimum 50 foot buffer yard will be maintained
between the M-2 and R-1 properties. The existing trees
on the land will remain to implement the buffering.
4. That said real estate is more fully described as follows:
Beginning at Point A in Back Creek at the western
most point of the property, thence S. 56 deg. 30'
E. 31 poles to point 44; thence S. 77 deg. E. 7.38
poles to a point on the Aerospace Road right-of-
way; thence following Aerospace Road right-of-way
30.1 poles to point 43; thence N. 30 deg. E. 18.14
poles to point 42; thence N. 72 deg. 30' E. 40.92
poles to point 42A; thence N. 29 deg. 45' W. 96.9
poles to a point in the creek at 25 1/2; thence S.
89 deg. W. 42.39 poles to a point in the creek at
26; thence S. 20 deg. 15' W. 22.42 poles to a
point in the creek at 27; thence S. 8 deg. 15' W.
52.54 poles to a point in the creek at 28; thence
S. 7 deg. 11' W. to point A the beginning.
Comprising a total of 51.62 acres, more or less.
5. That the effective date of this ordinance shall be May 22,
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On motion of Supervisor Nickens to grant rezoning request with
proffered conditions, and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS: None
IN RE:
DISCUSSION REGARDING CONSOLIDATION NEGOTIATIONS
Supervisor Eddy suggested that a series of informational
meetings be held using county staff and facilities to inform the
public regarding changes to the consolidation plan. It was the
Board's consensus that there had been enough meetings and citizens
would still have an opportunity to speak at civic organization
meetings and other meetings which will probably be held.
In view of the June 1st deadline for submitting the
consolidation plan to the Justice Department, Supervisor Nickens asked
that the County Attorney move ahead and meet immediately with Salem
regarding the second vote and financial considerations.
Supervisor McGraw announced that there will be a meeting on
Friday, May 25, 1990, with the City of Salem to discuss the financial
consideration regarding the area that may join Salem. Supervisor
Johnson advised that the board needs to vote on these issues prior te
the June 1st deadline.
Supervisor Robers advised that he has been satisfied with
the response from the negotiators and outcome regarding changes to the
proposed plan.
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Supervisor McGraw suggested that the Board set a special
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meeting on Tuesday, May 29, 1990, to consider the changes to the
proposed agreement.
It was board consensus to adj ourn from this
meeting to 5:00 p.m. on May 29, 1990, to consider the changes to the
consolidation plan.
IN RE:
APPOINTMENTS
~ Fifth Planninq District Commission
Supervisor Nickens nominated Lee B. Eddy to another
three-year term which will expire June 30, 1993.
~ Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Supervisor Eddy appointed William J. Skelton, Jr. to
another three-year term which will expire June 30, 1993.
~ TransDortation and Safety Commission
Supervisor Eddy nominated Lt. Delton R. Jessup to
another four-year term representing the State Police. His term will
expire April 1, 1994.
~ virginia Western Community College Board
Supervisor Nickens nominated Monty Plymale to another
four-year term which will expire June 30, 1994.
IN RE:
CONSENT AGENDA
R-52290-12
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supervisor Johnson moved to approve the Consent Agenda with
"B" on Item L-7 deleted. The motion carried by the following recorded
vote:
AYES:
supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 52290-12 APPROVING AND CONCURRING IN CERTAIN
ITEMS SET FORTH ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA FOR THIS
DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM L -CONSENT AGENDA
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That certain section of the agenda of the Board of
Supervisors for May 22, 1990, designated as Item L -Consent
Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to each
item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1
through 7, inclusive, as follows:
1. Approval of Minutes - April 24, 1990
2. Confirmation of Committee Appointments to the
League of Older Americans Advisory Board and Total
Action Against Poverty Board of Directors.
3. Resolution supporting the restoration of control
to local governments over cable television.
4. Acceptance of sanitary sewer facilities serving
the Orchards, section 5.
5.
Resolution requesting approval of a
application for the Clean Valley Council.
grant
6. Donation of drainage easements through Lots 4, 5,
6, and 13 in Countrywood Subdivision, Windsor
Hills Magisterial District.
7. Donation of property, slope and drainage easement
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to the County of Roanoke for road widening
purposes along Route 943, Cave Spring Magisterial
District.
2.
That the Clerk to the Board is hereby authorized
and directed where required by law to set forth upon any of said
items the separate vote tabulation for any such item pursuant to
this resolution.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson to approve Consent
Resolution with liB" of Item L-7 deleted, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 52290-12.b URGING THAT THE CONGRESS ENACT
LEGISLATION TO RESTORE TO MUNICIPALITIES SIGNIFICANT
CONTROL OVER THE REGULATION OF RATES AND OPERATION OF
LOCAL CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEMS
WHEREAS, municipal regulation of cable television is
essential in order to regulate the use of valuable and limited
public right-of-way, to protect consumers' interests, to foster
public educational and governmental use of cable television
systems, and to provide for the protection of community cable
related needs and interests; and
WHEREAS, although the Cable Communications and Policy
Act of 1984 was intended to increase competition and lower cable
rates, the impact of this legislation has been to impose major
restrictions on local regulation and localities' ability to
control increasing cable rates; and
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WHEREAS, a number of legislative proposals are now
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before Congress which would return regulatory power over cable
television to local governments.
.. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Roanoke County Board
of
Supervisors
hereby
urges
enactment
of
appropriate
congressional legislation to provide significant local control
over the operation and regulation of rates for local cable
television systems.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk to the Board is
directed to forward a copy of this resolution to the Honorable
John Warner and the Honorable Charles S. Robb, Members, United
States Senate and the Honorable Jim Olin, Member, United States
Congress, as well as the members of the Regional Cable Television
Committee.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson to approve resolution,
and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 52290-12.d AUTHORIZING THE CLEAN VALLEY
COUNCIL TO APPLY FOR AN ANTI-LITTER PROGRAM GRANT
FOR ROANOKE COUNTY
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That the Board hereby expresses its intent to
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combine with the ci ty of Roanoke, Town of Vinton, Botetourt
County, and City of Salem in a mutually agreed upon and
cooperative program, contingent on approval of the application by
the Department of Waste Management, Division of Litter Control
and Recycling, and contingent on receipt of such funds for the
fiscal year ending June 30, 1991; and
2. That the Board hereby authorizes Clean Valley
Council, Inc., to plan and budget for a cooperative anti-litter
program for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1991, which shall
represent said program for all localities named in this
resolution; and
3. That the Board further authorizes Clean Valley
Council, Inc., to apply on behalf of Roanoke County for a grant,
and to be responsible for the administration, implementation, and
completion of the program; and
4. That the Board further accepts responsibility
jointly with the Clean Valley Council, Inc., and the City of
Roanoke, Town of Vinton, Botetourt County, and City of Salem for
all phases of the program; and
5. That said funds when received will be transferred
immediately to Clean Valley Council, Inc.; all funds will be used
in the cooperative program to which the Board gives its
endorsement and support; and
6. That the financial records of Clean Valley
Council, Inc., shall be subject to inspection and review by the
Assistant County Administrator of Management Services and such
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data shall be
presented to allow proper reporting on a timely basis by the
County; and
7. That the Board requests the Department of Waste
Management, Division of Litter Control and Waste Recycling to
consider and approve the application and program, said program
being in accord with the regulations governing use and
expenditure of said funds.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson to approve resolution,
and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
IN RE:
REPORTS
Supervisor Nickens moved to receive and file the
following reports. The motion carried by a recorded voice vote.
1. Capital Fund Unappropriated Balance
2. General Fund Unappropriated Balance
3.
Board Contingency Fund
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4. Accounts Paid - April 1990
5. Income Analysis and Statement of Expenditures for
ten months ended April 30, 1990
6. Industrial Development Authority Audit for the
year ending June 30, 1989.
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IN RE:
RECESS
Chairman Robers declared a dinner recess at 5:20 p.m.
EVENING SESSION (7:00 P.M.)
IN RE: RECONVENEKENT
At 7: 00 p.m., Chairman Robers reconvened the meeting
for the evening session.
IN RE:
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
590-1
Ordinance imposinq or increasing certain fees
for services for Development and Inspections.
Planning and Zoninq. and reDealing Drior
actions concerninq same.
County Attorney Paul Mahoney advised that the fee for
vacation of sUbdivision plat and easement of $190 should be
amended to $150 in the proposed ordinance to conform with state
Code requirements.
Supervisor Eddy questioned as to how these fees
compared around the state and asked that staff compare proposed
fees with other localities. There was a general discussion about
the comparison of fees in other local i ties with Reta Busher,
Arnold Covey, Director, Development & Inspections, and Terry
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Harrington, Director, Planning and Zoning.
Supervisor Eddy also
requested that adequate public notice be given before the second
reading of this ordinance.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the first reading
and set second reading for June 12, 1990, with the understanding
that Paul Mahoney will amend the fees to State Code limits. The
motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
590-2
Ordinance to increase the salaries of the
members of the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County. Virqinia. Pursuant to Section
3.07 of the Roanoke Countv Charter and
section 14.1-46.01:1 of the Code of Virqinia.
Supervisor Eddy requested that a proposal for increased
salary supplements for the Chairman and Vice Chairman be included
in the legislative package for 1991.
Supervisor McGraw moved to approve first reading and
set second reading for June 12, 1990. The motion carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
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IN RE:
PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
590-3
An ordinance to amend the Future Land Use Map
desiqnation of a 53.44 acre tract from
Development to Principal Industrial and to
rezone said property from R-E to M-l for
industrial development. located east of West
Ruritan Road and north of Homestead Lane.
Hollins Magisterial District upon the request
of the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors.
(CONTINUED FROM MARCH 27, 1990. PETITIONER
WILL REQUEST THAT THIS REZONING BE TABLED.)
Supervisor Johnson moved to table this rezoning to
allow Fralin and Waldron to work with the City of Roanoke
regarding the access road.
The motion carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
IN RE:
CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1.
Jim Woltz,
Route 2 ,
Cooper Hi 11 ,
Virginia
expressed his concern about the impact of fees for site review
for large acreage in rural area. Mr. Covey responded that there
may be a misunderstanding of the fee and he will meet with Mr.
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Woltz to discuss the matter.
IN RE:
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:25 p.m. supervisor Robers moved to adjourn to May
29, 1990, at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the outcome
of the meeting with the City of Salem and other matters
concerning consolidation.
The motion carried by a unanimous
voice vote.
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Roanoke County Board of Supervisors
Roanoke County Administration Center
3738 Brambleton Avenue, SW
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
May 29, 1990
The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, met this day at tl'}e Roanoke County
Administration Center, this being the fifth Tuesday, and an
adjourned meeting from the regularly scheduled meeting of May 22,
1990.
IN RE:
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Robers reconvened and called the meeting to
order at 5:07 p.m. The roll call was taken.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Richard Robers, Vice Chairman Steven
A. McGraw, Supervisors Lee B. Eddy, Bob L.
Johnson, Harry C. Nickens
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MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT:
Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; John
M. Chambliss, Assistant County Administrator
for Human Services; John R. Hubbard,
Assistant County Administrator of Community
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Services and Development; Don M. Myers,
Assistant County Administrator for Management
Services; Paul M. Mahoney, County Attorney,
Mary H. Allen, Clerk to the Board; Anne Marie
Green, Information Officer
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IN RE:
DISCUSSION REGARDING PURPOSE OF MEETING
Chairman Robers advised that the purpose of the meeting
was to discuss matters relating to the consolidation agreement.
He announced that there was one outstanding issue in regard to
the areas in the Catawba Magisterial District that would be
allowed a second vote to join the City of Salem. He further
advised that there had been no response from the City of Salem
concerning the recent negotiations. He suggested that the
meeting be adjourned and reconvened when the board receives a
response from Salem.
Supervisor Johnson asked tor an update on the issues
the negotiators have been discussing.
IN RE:
UPDATE ON CONSOLIDATION NEGOTIATIONS REGARDING THE
EXPANSION OF TERRITORY THAT COULD VOTE TO JOIN SALEM
Chairman Robers advised that the negotiators met with
the city of Salem and made an offer similar to the previous
offer, with an additional provision that Salem would agree not to
accept any voluntary annexation petitions for the next 25 years
should consolidation not be approved by the voters. He explained
that the purpose of the negotiations with the City of Salem would
give additional areas in the Catawba Magisterial District a
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second vote on becoming a part of Salem.
Supervisor Johnson expressed concern about the amount
that was agreed upon for the areas that would join Salem when the
original understanding was for no less than $31 million and has
now been reduced to $16 million.
Supervisor McGraw explained
that the first concern of the negotiators was to expand the size
of the second vote, come up with a dollar cost for the territory
that Salem could agree with, and add protection against future
voluntary annexations.
Following discussion on the merits of reducing the
amount of money, what areas would be given a second vote,
protection against future annexations, and the authority of the
previous negotiators to meet with the City of Salem, Supervisor
Nickens suggested moving on with other items that the board could
take action on.
IN RE:
AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSOLIDATION AGREEMENT
County Attorney Paul Mahoqey suggested following the
same procedure to approve the amendments that was initially
followed in January and February including legal notices with the
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specific language, and to hold a public hearing followed by a
final vote by the board members. He suggested that the public
hearing be held July 10. He also advised that the agreement
would need to go back to the courts for an amended order
incorporating the amendments, and should also be put before the
Justice Department.
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1. Addition of provision concerninq reassiqnment of
school faculty and personnel:
Mr. Mahoney explained that this would develop specific
language to give guidance to the future school board to retain
assignments of school faculty and personnel. Supervisor Nickens
advised that he did not feel racial issues should have a place in
the discussion, and this item should not be used to placate
teachers. He also pointed out that the state code does not allow
governing bodies to dictate such issues to the school board or
superintendent.
Mr. Mahoney agreed that this would be difficult
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to achieve. Supervisor Johnson suggested that this be attached
as an addendum explaining the intent of the Board of Supervisors
and not included in the agreement.
Supervisor McGraw moved to approve the staff
recommendation. Supervisor Eddy offered a substitute motion to
approve the staff recommendation with the item regarding
assignments of school personnel deleted. Supervisor McGraw
withdrew his motion in favor of Supervisor Eddy's motion.
Supervisor Johnson offered another substitute motion to
divide the issues for a separate vote on each item. The motion
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
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Supervisors Eddy, Mcc.raw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
Following discussion, Supervisor Johnson moved to
delete the provision concerning reassignment of school faculty
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None
,.2. Section 12 Education: · EXDand the comDosition of
the school board bv the addition of two members
Supervisor Nickens advised that he felt even though the
representation from the County would be larger, the influence and
money will come from the elected officials which will be
controlled by the former city and he would not support this
addition.
This item passed by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, JOhnson, Robers
NAYS:
Supervisor Nickens
3. Section 19 Desiqnation of Additional or More
Complete Governmental Services to be Drovided within Urban
Service Districts: Delete "(1) additional law enforcement
services: (2) additional fire fiqhtinq eauipment and services."
Supervisor Nickens pointed out that there were many
unfunded positions in the RMG government such as 54 additional
personnel in law enforcement and 16 additional positions in
rescue services. He further advised that the real estate tax
rate would have to be increased to $1.50 to level up these
services. Supervisor Johnson responded that it was his
understanding that the state code calls for equal services and
that the level would be similar. He advised he was comfortable
with the changes to the language. ?ir. Mahoney also advised that
one section of the code states that a government may not levy a
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higher tax rate for schools, police or general services, but
another section states that a government may for higher law
enforcement.
Supervisor Nickens expressed his concern that the
services cannot be provided without additional revenue.
Supervisor Eddy explained that his concern was that emergency
services be available in either the old city and old county
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without an arbitrary boundary line. He pointed out that services
in rural areas and suburban areas in the county are not equal at
the present time and the intent is not to provide a uniform level
of services throughout the RMG, but to allow emergency services
to cross old boundary lines when necessary.
Following additional discussion, Supervisor Eddy moved
approve this change to the agreement. The motion carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Robers
NAYS:
Supervisor Nickens
4. section 14 City of Salem: Glenvar: Revise Exhibit
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"E" which is incorporated bv reference into this section to
expand the territory for the second referendum.
Supervisor McGraw explained that this issue was brought
up in response to requests from citizens in the Glenvar area who
wanted to expand the territory that will be given a second vote.
He also described the history behind the decision to allow
certain areas in west Roanoke County the opportunity for a second
referendum to join the City of Salem.
Supervisor Johnson advised that the original
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negotiators asked that the entire Catawba Magisterial District be
included in the second vote but that was rejected by Salem. He
pointed out that the areas chosen were a compromise settlement.
In response to a question from Supervisor Nickens
regarding the fate of Glenvar Schoo~ and Green Hill Park if
Glenvar becomes a part of Salem, Supervisor McGraw stated it was
his understanding that Salem would close the school. However, he
did not have official word on the future use of Green Hill Park,
but there was a possibility it would be converted to an
industrial park. He pointed out that future Salem elections
would include representatives from the Glenvar area who would
have input into these decisions.
Supervisor Johnson asked what would happen to the
landfill and reservoir if Salem expands its boundaries. Mr.
Mahoney responded that the landfill, reservoir and Public Service
Center would not be transferred to the City of Salem, but any
agreement on taxes has not yet been negotiated. Supervisor
McGraw advised he would address this issue in the next item.
Supervisor McGraw moved to approve this change to the
agreement. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Robers
NAYS: Supervisors Johnson, Nickens
5. Authorization to DreDare a seDarate aqreement
between the City of Salem. the County and Roanoke city to sDecify
the terms and conditions under which this territory would be
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combined with the City of Salem:
Supervisor McGraw moved to approve this item with
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specific language added regarding taxation of the landfill and
reservoir, and that the issue be brought back to the Board of
Supervisors for a vote.
Mr. Mahoney explained that one jurisdiction may tax
another jurisdiction a portion of the tax rate for specified
services that may be provided. The County currently pays such a
reduced tax on the courthouse and jail located in Salem. In
response to a question from Supervisor Eddy, Mr. Mahoney advised
that one locality imposes the tax on another and a negotiated
agreement is not necessary. Supervisor Johnson stated he could
not support this change to the agreement.
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Supervisor McGraw's motion carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Robers
NAYS:
Supervisors Johnson, Nickens
IN RE:
PROVISION CONCERNING REASSIGNMENT OF SCHOOL FACULTY AND
PERSONNEL
Supervisor Robers suggested that the Board of
Supervisors adopt a position that the teachers who currently
teach in Roanoke County schools be given preference to continue
to teach in those schools. Supervisor McGraw suggested that the
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same request be extended on behalf of the Roanoke City school
personnel. Supervisor Johnson asked Mr. Mahoney to bring back
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the specific language to the board. Supervisor Eddy asked that a
specific cutoff date be adopted in the language.
IN RE:
ADJOURNMENT
Supervisor Nickens moved to adjourn at 7:10 p.m. Mr.
Mahoney advised that he would like to get the specific language
on the changes back to the board so~hat he may begin the legal
advertising on the changes. Mr. Mahoney explained what would be
included in the legal notice. Supervisor Robers offered a
substitute motion to adjourn to 5:00 p.m. on June 4, 1990. The
motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, McGraw, Johnson, Nickens, Robers
NAYS:
None
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R'cha W. Robers, Chairman
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