HomeMy WebLinkAbout8/9/2016 - Adopted Board RecordsAT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER, ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2016
ORDINANCE 080916-1 AUTHORIZING THE RELOCATION OF THE
FOLLOWING POLLING PLACES PURSUANT TO SECTION 24.2-306,
24.2-307, AND 24.2-310 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA, AS AMENDED:
(1) CATAWBA PRECINCT (101); AND (2) BONSACK PRECINCT (402)
WHEREAS, Sections 24.2-306, 24.2-307, and 24.2-310 of the Code of Virginia
(1950), as amended, authorize the governing body of each county to establish the
polling place for each precinct in that jurisdiction by ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the citizens of Roanoke County, as well as the election officials, will
be better served by the relocation of certain polling places; and
WHEREAS, the November 8, 2016, Presidential Election will likely result in
increased voter turnout; and
WHEREAS, the election officials have determined that the proposed polling
places will provide more space for voting equipment, higher security to assure citizen
and equipment safety, additional and more convenient parking, and better accessibility
for citizens, not only for November 2016, but for all future elections; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on July 19, 2016, and the
second reading of this ordinance and public hearing were held on August 9, 2016.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That the relocation of the following polling places be and is hereby
approved as follows:
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(1) Catawba Precinct (101) polling place in the Catawba Magisterial
District be relocated from the Catawba Recreation Center located
at 4965 Catawba Creek Road, Catawba, Virginia 24070 to the
Grace Assembly of God Church located at 5530 Catawba Valley
Drive, Catawba, Virginia 24070; and
(2) Bonsack Precinct (402) polling place located in the Vinton
Magisterial District be relocated from Bonsack United Methodist
Church located at 4493 Bonsack Road NE, Roanoke, Virginia
24012 to Bonsack Elementary School located at 5437 Crumpacker
Drive, Roanoke, Virginia 24019 located in the Hollins Magisterial
District, which is within one mile of the precinct boundary as
allowed by state law.
2. That the General Registrar for the County of Roanoke, Virginia is
hereby authorized to take all measures necessary to comply with
Virginia law and regulations regarding a change in a polling precinct
and for reasonable notification to the voters of this change in their
respective polling location.
3. That the County Administrator and the General Registrar are hereby
authorized and directed to take such others actions as may be
necessary to accomplish the intent of this ordinance.
4. That this ordinance shall take effect immediately.
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On motion of Supervisor Peters to adopt the ordinance, seconded by Supervisor
Hooker and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, Hooker, McNamara, Peters
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bedrosian
cc: Judith Stokes, Registrar
A COPY TESTE:
C. Jacks
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON AUGUST 9, 2016
RESOLUTION 080916-2.b DONATING RAILROAD CABOOSE N&W
557734 TO THE ROANOKE CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL RAILWAY
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
WHEREAS, the Fire and Rescue Department of Roanoke County possesses an
outdated and inoperable railroad caboose, N&W 557734 (the "Caboose"), which is
located at the Roanoke Valley Regional Fire and Rescue Training Center; and
WHEREAS, the Caboose, in its present condition, presents safety concerns and
cannot reasonably be used for any other public purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Fire and Rescue Department of Roanoke County declares the
Caboose to be surplus property, pursuant to Section 16.01 of the Charter of Roanoke
County; and
WHEREAS, the Director of the Roanoke Chapter of the National Railway
Historical Society ("NRHS"), Steve Smith, has provided a formal, written request for the
donation of the Caboose to the Roanoke Chapter of the NRHS; and
WHEREAS, Section 15.2-953 (B) of the Code of Virginia provides that a
governing body of a County is authorized to make gifts and donations of property to any
charitable institution or not-for-profit organization; and
WHEREAS, the National Railway Historical Society is recognized as a 501(3)(c)
historical and educational organization and is registered with the Internal Revenue
Service (IRS) as a not-for-profit and tax-exempt organization; and
WHEREAS, The Roanoke Chapter of the NRHS is willing and able to remove the
Caboose from its present location and to cover all costs of such removal.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, that:
1. Railroad Caboose N&W 557734 is declared to be surplus.
2. The donation of the Caboose to the Roanoke Chapter of the National Railway
Historical Society is hereby authorized.
3. The Roanoke Chapter of the NRHS may remove the Caboose from its
present location within sixty (60) days of the execution of this resolution and
shall cover all costs of such removal.
On motion of Supervisor McNamara to adopt the resolution, seconded by Supervisor
Peters and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, Hooker, McNamara, Peters
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bedrosian
A COPY TESTE:
Deborah C. Jacks I
Chief Deputy Clerk toa Board of Supervisors
cc: Steve Simon, Chief of Fire and Rescue
Christopher Bever, Director of Management and Budget
Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2016
RESOLUTION 080916-2.a EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY TO JAMES H.
STANLEY, JR., POLICE OFFICER IV, UPON HIS RETIREMENT AFTER
THIRTY-ONE YEARS OF SERVICE
WHEREAS, James H. Stanley, Jr. was employed by Roanoke County on June 15,
1985; and
WHEREAS, James H. Stanley, Jr. retired on July 1, 2016, after thirty- one years of
devoted, faithful and expert service to Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, Police Officer Stanley served as a Patrol Officer and Detective during
his tenure with Roanoke County and has served with professionalism and dedication in
providing services to the citizens of Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, during Mr. Stanley's time serving the citizens of Roanoke County, he
was a deputy sheriff, trained and certified to be a Youth and Family Officer, D.A.R.E
instructor, School Resource Officer, Honor Guard member, Defensive Tactics and
Academy instructor.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County expresses its deepest appreciation and the appreciation of the citizens of Roanoke
County to JAMES H. STANLEY, JR. for thirty-one years of capable, loyal and dedicated
service to Roanoke County; and
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors does express its best wishes for a happy and
productive retirement.
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On motion of Supervisor McNamara to adopt the resolution, seconded by Supervisor
Peters and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, Hooker, McNamara, Peters
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bedrosian
Chief Deputy Clerk
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ACTION NO. A -080916-2.c
ITEM NO. J-4
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: August 9, 2016
AGENDA ITEM: Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of
$33,266 from the Virginia Department of Health for the
purchase one heart monitor for use on ambulances
SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
ISSUE:
Stephen Simon
Chief of Fire and Rescue
Thomas C. Gates
County Administrator
Acceptance and allocation of a grant in the amount of $33,266 from the Virginia
Department of Health to purchase one heart monitor for use on ambulances.
BACKGROUND:
The Virginia Department of Health awarded the Fire and Rescue Department a grant in
the amount of $33,266 to purchase one heart monitor for use on ambulances.
DISCUSSION:
The grant will provide funding for Fire and Rescue to purchase one heart monitor for
use on the ambulances. The purchase will replace a unit that is outdated.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Awarded grant funds total $33,266 which includes a required local match of 50%. The
Roanoke County Fire and Rescue Department budget will fund the required State
match of ($16,633) from existing operating funds.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the acceptance and allocation of grant funds to the Fire and Rescue
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Department in the amount of $33,266 from the Virginia Department of Health.
VOTE:
Supervisor McNamara moved to accept and allocate funds; Supervisor Peters
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
cc: Steve Simon, Chief of Fire and Rescue
Christopher Bever, Director of Management and Budget
Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance
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cc: Steve Simon, Chief of Fire and Rescue
Christopher Bever, Director of Management and Budget
Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2016
RESOLUTION 080916-2 APPROVING AND CONCURRING IN CERTAIN
ITEMS SET FORTH ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA FOR
THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM J- CONSENT AGENDA
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as
follows:
That the certain section of the agenda of the Board of Supervisors for August 9,
2016, designated as Item J - Consent Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred
in as to each item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1 through 6
inclusive, as follows:
1. Approval of minutes — May 24, 2016; June 14, 2016; June 28, 2016
2. Resolution expressing the appreciation of the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County to James Stanley, Police Officer IV, upon his retirement after thirty-one
years of service
3. Resolution donating Railroad Caboose N&W 55734 to the Roanoke Chapter of
the National Railway Historical Society
4. Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of $33,266 from the
Virginia Department of Health for the purchase one heart monitor for use on
ambulances
5. Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of $9,891.50 from the
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) for the improvement of the
drainage system at Tanglewood Drive project
6. Confirmation of appointment to the Roanoke Valley Greenway Commission;
Western Virginia Water Authority
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On motion of Supervisor McNamara to adopt the resolution, seconded by Supervisor
Peters and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, Hooker, McNamara, Peters
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bedrosian
A CQPY TESTE:
Deborah C. Jacks
Chief Deputy Clerko the Board of Supervisors
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ACTION NO. A -080916-2.d
ITEM NO. J-5
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: August 9, 2016
AGENDA ITEM: Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of
$9,891.50 from the Virginia Department of Transportation
(VDOT) for the improvement of the drainage system at
Tanglewood Drive improvement project
SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
ISSUE:
Tarek Moneir
Deputy Director of Development
Thomas C. Gates
County Administrator
Accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of $9,891.50 from VDOT for the
Tanglewood Drive improvement project.
BACKGROUND:
VDOT Revenue Sharing grant funds provided funding for the Tanglewood Drive
drainage improvement project which included Meadowlark Lane and Hummingbird
Lane.
DISCUSSION:
The construction of the improvement project incurred additional costs of $9,891.50 as a
result of a waterline relocation, additional pavement, and curb replacement within the
public right of way. The VDOT revenue sharing grant program provided the additional
funds needed for the project.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Awarded grant funds from VDOT total $9,891.50 and requires no match from the
County.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends acceptance and allocation of grant funds to the Community
Development Department in the amount of $9,891.50 from VDOT.
VOTE:
Supervisor McNamara moved to accept and allocate funds; Supervisor Peters
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
cc: Tarek Moneir, Deputy Director of Development
Christopher Bever, Director of Management and Budget
Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance
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Yes
No
Absent
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cc: Tarek Moneir, Deputy Director of Development
Christopher Bever, Director of Management and Budget
Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance
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ACTION NO. A -080916-2.e
ITEM NO. J_6
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE:
AGENDA ITEM:
SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
ISSUE:
August 9, 2016
Confirmation of appointment to the Roanoke Valley
Greenway Commission; Western Virginia Water Authority
Deborah Jacks
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
Thomas C. Gates
County Administrator
Confirmation of appointments.
BACKGROUND:
Roanoke Valley Greenway Commission:
Bob Blankenship's three-year term expires on June 30, 2016, and he did not wish to be
reappointed.
Western Virginia Water Authority
The four-year term of H. Odell Minnix on the Authority expired on June 30, 2016.
DISCUSSION:
Roanoke Valley Greenway Commission:
Staff has recommended the appointment of Frank Simms to a three-year term that will
expire June 30, 2020.
Western Virginia Water Authority:
After interviewing candidates, it is the consensus of the Board to appoint Randall
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Hancock to this Authority to a four-year term that will expire June 30, 2020.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the confirmation of these appointments.
VOTE:
Supervisor McNamara moved to confirm the appointments; Supervisor Peters seconded
the motion. Motion approved.
cc: Liz Belcher, Greenway Coordinator
Gayle Shrewsbury, Western Virginia Water Authority
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cc: Liz Belcher, Greenway Coordinator
Gayle Shrewsbury, Western Virginia Water Authority
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR CENTER
ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2016
RESOLUTION 080916-3 APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE
ROANOKE COUNTY COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN
WHEREAS, on September 15, 2015, the Board of Supervisors held a retreat to
discuss the development of Roanoke County's first ever Community Strategic Plan; and
WHEREAS, at the September 15, 2015 retreat, the Board of Supervisors
reached consensus to move forward with the development of such plan; and
WHEREAS, in November and December of 2015 Roanoke County conducted a
statistically valid telephone survey of 604 County residents through the Roanoke
College Institute of Policy Opinion and Research to provide baseline data concerning
issues of strategic concern to the citizenry; and
WHEREAS, on January 31, 2016, the Board of Supervisors held a second retreat
to consider the results of the telephone survey, develop a Vision Statement and affirm
focus areas through which to gather public input; and
WHEREAS, a series of 20 focus group meetings were held between February
and April 2016 in which 276 Roanoke County citizens and regional partners discussed
and reached consensus on the strategic initiatives to be pursued over the next five
years for the community; and
WHEREAS, Roanoke County staff drafted the Community Strategic Plan, held
four Community Meetings to gain further citizen input, and made the draft plan available
for public review between June 3 and July 3, 2016; and
WHEREAS, additional public comments were collected on-line concerning the
content of the draft Community Strategic Plan between June 3 and July 3, 2016; and
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WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors held a work session on July 19, 2016, to
discuss the draft Community Strategic Plan and review the public comments; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on August 9, 2016, to receive additional
public comment on the draft Community Strategic Plan
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That the Roanoke County Community Strategic Plan is hereby adopted as
policy by the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors.
2. That the Community Strategic Plan will be utilized by the Board of
Supervisors and County departments, and shared with the County's regional partners,
to help guide budgetary, project and service delivery decisions over the next five years.
3. That the Resolution is effective from the date of and after its adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Peters to adopt the resolution, seconded by Supervisor
Hooker and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, Hooker, McNamara, Peters
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bedrosian
A C TESTE:
Deborah C. Jacks
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
cc: Daniel R. O'Donnell, Assistant County Administrator
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About the Community Strategic Plan
In September 2015, the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors
approved a community-based process as the foundation for
creating a strategic plan to guide Roanoke County for the next
several years. From that meeting an eight month, community -
focused public input process was created to document and
prioritize the services, amenities, and projects our citizens
envision for Roanoke County's future success.
As our largest community-based initiative to date, the
Community Strategic Plan documented hundreds of citizen
ideas throughout the process. While the Strategic Initiatives
outlined in the plan paint a broad picture of the community
our citizens want to achieve, specific projects to support
these initiatives will be developed by the County's various
departments in the months and years to come.
One important outcome of this campaign has been to open
the conversation between leadership and citizens about how
to best shape our collective future, while keeping in mind the
reality of the County's finances.
Just as the Community Strategic Plan will provide guidance
to Roanoke County's elected leaders and administration,
the initiatives within the plan will also validate the work of
other community plans, corridor studies, and future updates
to Roanoke County's Comprehensive Plan. The ideas in this
Community Strategic Plan set the stage for future development
and re -development within the County, while helping to create
and improve the amenities, educational opportunities, and
services that are vital to the high quality of life we all desire.
We thank the many citizens and business leaders who took part
in the development of this plan, and for openly sharing their
concerns, ideas, and individual goals for a better community.
Most of all, we appreciate everyone who invested their time and
energy to help make Roanoke County an even better place to
raise a family and enjoy life for many years to come.
P. Jason Peters,
2075-2076 Chairman,
Roanoke County
Board of Supervisors
Thomas C. Gates,
Roanoke County Administrator
Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................. 4
What is a Strategic Plan?.......................................................................... 5
Relationship to Other Plans and Documents ................................... 6
Strategic Planning Process......................................................................8
Strategic Initiatives...................................................................................11
CONNECT ROANOKE COUNTY TO THE WORLD
POSITION ROANOKE COUNTY FOR FUTURE ECONOMIC GROWTH
PROMOTE NEIGHBORHOOD CONNECTIONS
ENSURE CITIZEN SAFETY
BE A CARING AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
PROMOTE LIFELONG LEARNING
KEEP ROANOKE COUNTY HEALTHY, CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL
Tying Strategic Initiatives to the Vision............................................26
Community Strategic Plan Implementation...................................27
Acknowledgments...................................................................................28
Supplemental Materials on the Web.................................................29
Roanoke County Community Strategic Plan - 3 - www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/CSP
Introduction
In September 2015, the Roanoke County
Board of Supervisors met to discuss the
County's first-ever Community Strategic Plan.
The Board agreed that a primary objective
for the process would be gathering input
from the community that would help shape
the strategic direction of Roanoke County for
the next five years. This Community Strategic
Plan is the culmination of the community-
based planning process that resulted from
that initial discussion.
Engaging the Community
Understanding the needs of the community
is vital to a community strategic planning
process and civic engagement is an essential
element to the plan's success. Community
input was embraced throughout the process
and various methods were utilized to gain the
public's input including:
• Citizen Telephone Survey;
• Focus Group Public Meetings;
• 30 -day Comment Period on the Draft
Plan;
• Community Meetings; and
• Public Hearing.
In addition to engaging the community,
keeping the public informed about the
strategic planning process over several
months was also a priority. Public outreach
about the plan's progress included:
• Press releases and social media
outreach;
• On -air television Interviews;
• Public service announcements;
• Staff presentations to civic, business,
and County organizations;
• E -Newsletters and email updates; and
• A dedicated Community Sy trategic Plan
website.
Civic Engagement By The Numbers
• 604 telephone survey responses
. 276 focus group participants
. 18 focus group meetings held over nine weeks
Roanoke County Community Strategic Plan - 4 - www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/CSP
What is a Strategic Plan?
As this is Roanoke County's first-ever Community Strategic Plan, it is important to clearly define
what the plan is and how it will be used. A Community Strategic Plan is much more than a
document. Rather, it is a systematic process of engaging community leaders and citizens to
envision a desired future for the community and translating this vision into broadly defined
goals and measurable objectives to achieve those goals.
Important concepts in this definition are the following:
"Engaging community leaders and citizens"
Throughout the strategic planning process, the County utilized a variety of methods to engage
community leaders and citizens to help shape the future direction of the County.
"Envision a desired future"
As part of the strategic planning process, the following Vision Statement was developed in
January 2016:
Vision Statement
Roanoke County is a vibrant, innovative, and scenic community
that values its citizens, heritage, and quality of life.
The Vision Statement recognizes that a successful future for Roanoke County depends on:
• facilitating positive change;
• recognizing and promoting our great natural beauty, outdoor -oriented lifestyle, and
amenities;
• including people from all segments of the community;
• cherishing the traditional values of our community; and
• recognizing and promoting the overall excellent quality of life enjoyed by citizens.
"Broadly defined goals and measurable objectives to achieve them"
The broadly defined goals of the Community Strategic Plan are the result of the public input
received, and have been developed into Strategic Initiatives found later in this document.
Specific actions and performance measures used to gauge progress toward these initiatives will
be included in future departmental business plans.
Roanoke County Community Strategic Plan - 5 - www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/CSP
Relationship to Other Plans and Documents
The Community Strategic Plan will influence
other County planning efforts. Its purpose
is to provide guidance and consistency as
policy makers and staff develop more specific
plans, programs, and activities to serve
the needs of the public. Some of the other
plans that will be revised, developed and
implemented are as follows:
Comprehensive Plan
The Comprehensive Plan is a blueprint
for the future growth and development
of the County. It provides direction and
guidance, for both the public and private
sectors, in making decisions about land
development, public services, and resource
protection. State law requires the County to
review its Comprehensive Plan every five (5)
years. Since 2005, the County has reviewed
and updated the Comprehensive Plan by
developing Community Py lans. These have
included plans for Route 220, Route 221,
Mount Pleasant, Hollins, Vinton, and Glenvar.
While the Community Strategic Plan does
not plan land use, it does provide overall
guidance on how the community wants to
develop in the future.
Annual Fiscal Plan and Capital
Improvement Program
Every year the Board of Supervisors approves
an annual budget for the upcoming fiscal
year beginning July 1. The budget is the
Annual Fiscal Plan and allocates county funds
to departments, programs, and projects.
Roanoke County's annual budget also
contains a ten-year plan for capital projects
known as the Capital Improvement Program
(Cl P . Although only the first year of the CIP
has funds appropriated in the budget, it is the
long-range plan for buildings and equipment
with a lifespan of ten years or more and a cost
of over $100,000.
Organizational Strategic Plan
Roanoke County is in the process of creating
an internal Organizational Strategic Plan. The
Organizational Strategic Plan will identify
strategies to be used by departments and
employees to align the County's organization
with the initiatives found within this Plan.
To realize the vision of the Community
Strategic Plan, it is vital to have an efficient
organization dedicated to providing the
services desired by our citizens.
Roanoke County Community Strategic Plan - 6 - www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/CSP
Relationship to Other Plans and Documents
Departmental Business Plans
As part of the annual budget process and development of the Annual Fiscal Plan, County
departments will use the initiatives from the Community Strategic Plan to plan major activities
in upcoming fiscal years. Performance measurements developed in these departmental plans
will help measure Roanoke County's progress in achieving the community's vision and desires
reflected in the Community Strategic Plan.
Roanoke
County
Comprehensive
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Capital
Improvement
Program (CIP)
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STRATEGIC
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Annual
Fiscal Plan
Organizational
Strategic Plan
(In Process)
Select any plan above to learn more.
Roanoke County Community Strategic Plan - 7 - www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/CSP
Strategic Planning Process
First Retreat, September 2015
On September 15, 2015, the Board of
Supervisors, the County Administrator, and
senior staff met to discuss the creation of
a Community Strategic Plan. It was agreed
at that time to move forward with the
community strategic planning process.
Telephone Survey,
October -December 2015
Roanoke College's Institute for Policy and
Opinion Research conducted a statistically
valid telephone survey in the fall of 2015.
The purpose of the survey was to determine
what citizens believed were the major
strategic issues facing the County along with
rating the importance and quality of County
services. Six hundred and four citizens
responded to the telephone survey.
The survey data showed that:
• improving economic development,
ensuring a high-quality education
system, and strong public safety
services were the top citizen concerns;
• over 90 percent believed the overall
quality of life was good or excellent in
Roanoke County;
• the County should maintain its high
quality of life by concentrating on
economic development, education,
and promoting the County's outdoor
amenities;
• improvements to the transportation
system are needed; and
• most County services were rated high
in importance and quality, with public
safety and education services rated very
high.
Second Retreat, January 2016
In January of 2016 the Board of Supervisors
held a second retreat to review the telephone
survey data and discuss the values reflected
in the results. The Board developed the Vision
Statement for the plan and established the
six focus areas for community engagement at
this retreat.
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Strategic Planning Process
Focus Group Meetings, February—April 2016
Six community-based focus groups were established to receive public input for the Community
Strategic Plan, one for each of the six focus areas established at the January 2016 retreat.
Each focus group was hosted by one or more
Board members or the Superintendent of
Schools, with two senior staff members serving
as lead facilitators for each group. County staff
from several departments served as small -
group facilitators or recorders for each focus
group meeting.
Focus groups met three times from February
29 through April 7 to determine strategic
topics, goals, and objectives for each focus
area. The focus groups worked in small
breakout sessions and engaged in active
discussions regarding their respective focus
areas. Group consensus was reached on the
most important topics, goals, and objectives
for each group. A steering committee of
several lead staff facilitators reviewed and
consolidated the focus group information.
What emerged was a clear picture of common
themes and overlapping priorities among
the focus groups. These common themes
were used to develop several broad Strategic
Initiatives that will shape the direction of
the community over the next five years. At
the fourth combined focus group meetings,
staff presented proposed Strategic Initiatives
developed from each focus group's priorities
and received public comment on these
proposed initiatives.
Focus Group Areas
Economic Development
Transportation
Education
Community Health
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Public Safety
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Strategic Planning Process
Community Meetings, June 2016
Two open house -style community meetings
were held to receive additional comments on
the proposed plan and initiatives. Comments
were submitted at the meetings listed
below, and on our website from June 3, 2016
through July 5, 2016.
The community meetings were held:
• Thursday, June 16
Vinton War Memorial
3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
13 attendees
• Monday, June 27
South County Library
3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
27 attendees
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July -August 2016
The Board of Supervisors held a work session
on July 19, 2016 to discuss recommended
edits to the draft Community Strategic Plan.
A public hearing on the draft Community
Strategic Plan was held to receive final
comments on the plan on August 9, 2016.
Adoption of the Plan, August 2016
A resolution adopting the plan was approved
by the Board of Supervisors on August 9,
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Throughout the strategic planning process, many citizens provided valuable input on the issues
facing the County. This input was instrumental in helping to shape the future direction of the
County and was used to develop several Strategic Initiatives that will guide the County over the
next several years. These initiatives will be used to realize the County's Vision and measurable
indicators will be developed to gauge progress toward these initiatives over time. The seven
Strategic Initiatives are:
CONNECT ROANOKE COUNTY TO THE WORLD
POSITION ROANOKE COUNTY FOR
FUTURE ECONOMIC GROWTH
PROMOTE NEIGHBORHOOD CONNECTIONS
ENSURE CITIZEN SAFETY
BE A CARING AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
PROMOTE LIFELONG LEARNING
KEEP ROANOKE COUNTY HEALTHY,
CLEAN, AND BEAUTIFUL
Each Strategic Initiative is comprised of several major components. These major components
will be the focus of their respective Strategic Initiative over the next five years. The major
components for each Initiative are described on the following pages.
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Improve Communications and Data
Technology in Both the Business Sector
and in Residential Settings
To keep Roanoke County economically viable
in the future, it is important to improve
communications connectivity for both the
business and residential communities. High
tech businesses are faced with increased
needs to move data efficiently, and people
who work in these businesses demand
wireless voice and data capabilities at home,
even in rural areas. Businesses and residents
in many areas of the County are currently
under -served by the existing communications
infrastructure. Improving broadband
availability to the business community and
improving wireless connectivity in residential
areas will be pursued to ensure Roanoke
County's economic future.
Support Improvements to the Regional
Transportation Network
Improving the regional transportation
network, including highways, air service,
bus service and commuter rail is a crucial
component of connecting Roanoke County
to the world. Although Roanoke County
has little direct financial investment in
the regional transportation network, the
County will continue to participate in
regional agencies such as the Roanoke Valley
Transportation Planning Organization and
the Roanoke -Blacksburg Reqional Airport
Commission to improve these services.
Roanoke County will also coordinate with
local Commonwealth Transportation
Board members, Virginia Department
of Transportation MOT) and Virginia
Department of Rail and Public Transportation
DRPT staff regarding community priorities
for future transportation projects. Roanoke
County will work to create regional strategies
that improve the transportation network that
connects Roanoke County to the world.
Public input from Economic Development, Transportation and Quality of Life focus groups
was used to develop CONNECT ROANOKE COUNTY TO THE WORLD.
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Regional Cooperation and Marketing
The Roanoke Valley is gaining recognition for its excellent quality of life, outdoor amenities, and
educational advantages. Several regional partners are branding and marketing these attributes
to attract young professionals to the area. Roanoke County will work to complement regional
brands that highlight the high quality of life, abundant outdoor amenities, low cost of living, and
educational opportunities available in the region. Roanoke County will also proactively market
the community with these factors in mind to encourage people to visit, relocate, and establish
businesses within the County.
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Infrastructure and Site Development
One of the key components of economic
growth is having infrastructure in place
for development. It is imperative to have
appropriately zoned, graded commercial and
industrial sites available that have access to
water, sewer, high speed communications,
and transportation options. Commercial
and industrial sites will be developed both
within Roanoke County and regionally, in
collaboration with the Western Virginia
Regional Industrial Facility Authority. Roanoke
County will also work to prepare smaller
parcels for development within the County as
opportunities arise.
Business -Friendly Development Process
Also important for positioning Roanoke
County for future economic growth is
ensuring that the review and approval
process for permitting development is
fair, efficient, and easily navigable for
all customers. While Roanoke County
has an obligation to ensure safe and
environmentally sound development,
a balance must be achieved between
regulation and a straightforward
development approval process for both the
business community and County citizens.
Roanoke County will work to simplify the
development process to promote a business -
friendly environment.
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Public input from Economic Development, Transportation, Quality of Life and Education focus
groups was used to develop POSITION ROANOKE COUNTY FOR FUTURE ECONOMIC GROWTH.
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Workforce Development/
Technical Education
Economic growth can be encouraged by
aligning educational resources with business
needs. A wide array of technical education
resources are available to Roanoke County
businesses and citizens, including the Burton
Center for Arts and Tech noloci Virginia
Western Community College, the Roanoke
Higher Education Center, and nearby colleges
and universities including Virginia Tech,
Jefferson College of Health Sciences, Roanoke
College, and Hollins Universitv. Roanoke
County will help connect these educational
resources with the business community
in order to train the workforce needed by
existing and future employers.
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Encourage a Multi -Modal Transportation Network
Roanoke County was primarily developed in Developing interconnecting and multi -
the era of the automobile, but people today modal local transportation options will
want a greater choice of transportation help alleviate traffic issues and improve air
options. Local transportation networks will
be planned to encourage different modes of
transportation including bicycle, pedestrian,
mass transit, and motor vehicles.
Greenways are a high priority for pedestrian
and bicycle transportation while expanded
bus service and CORTRAN (County of
Roanoke Transportation or paratransit)
services are needed within the County.
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quality throughout the community. Roanoke
County will seek to develop multi -modal
local transportation options by updating its
development regulations, collaborating on
transportation planning, and by leveraging
funding opportunities to expand the local
transportation network.
Public input from Economic Development, Transportation, Quality of Life, Education,
and Community Health and Well -Being focus groups was used to develop PROMOTE
NEIGHBORHOOD CONNECTIONS.
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Plan for Mined -Use Development and Redevelopment Opportunities
Roanoke County has a very limited amount of land zoned for commercial and industrial
uses, leaving redevelopment and building up, instead of out, as the best opportunities for
new growth. Roanoke County will encourage and promote mixed-use development and
redevelopment that ties residential and commercial uses together. Roanoke County staff has
identified several areas for mixed-use development and redevelopment in the near future, and
staff will create plans for each of these areas to enhance citizen usage and accessibility while
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Public Safety Staffing
It is clear from public input that our citizens
value the safety of their community. One
area of concern was ensuring adequate
staffing for Public Safety agencies, especially
for Fire and Rescue and Police. School safety
was also emphasized as a concern in both
the telephone survey and in focus group
meetings. Roanoke County Public Safety
agencies will develop multi-year staffing
plans based on current needs and future
trends. Any future staffing needs analysis will
look not only at Roanoke County's personnel,
but also how to best work regionally. Public
safety issues often cross local borders and
efficiencies can often be achieved through
enhanced regional cooperation.
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Facilities and Equipment
Roanoke County has several aging Fire
and Rescue stations, which presents an
opportunity to either renovate these stations
or rebuild them in more efficient locations.
Attention will also be given to deploying
Police personnel effectively based on the
Data Driven Approaches to Crime and Traffic
Safety (DDACTS) program. The County will
consider the feasibility of jointly staffing
Police precincts with Fire and Rescue stations
in core areas. Another area of concern is
the age and effectiveness of the County's
public safety equipment, especially for Fire
and Rescue. A facility study will take into
account what equipment is best suited to
serve the community and provide a plan
for its acquisition. Improvements to water
availability for fire response were also
discussed, including expanding dry hydrants
and determining alternatives to serve rural
areas of the County. Water distribution for
fire services will be part of the public safety
analysis of infrastructure, facilities and
equipment.
Public input from Public Safety, Quality of Life, Education and Transportation focus groups
was used to develop ENSURE CITIZEN SAFETY.
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Citizen Engagement and Inclusion
As public safety is a partnership between
the local government and its citizens,
engaging and educating citizens of all ages
is critical. County public safety agencies will
consider how best to refine and possibly
combine public safety citizen academies
and improve public outreach to engage the
community in keeping our neighborhoods,
schools, and streets safe. Engaging citizens
in public safety education helps prevent
issues before they occur.
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Coordination of Services
for Vulnerable Populations
Vulnerable populations are defined as the
elderly, at -risk youth, non-English speaking
residents, and citizens with mental illness or
physical disabilities. While the community
has a large network of services for vulnerable
populations, these services tend to be
fragmented across agencies. Roanoke County
will help provide coordination and marketing
of these available services to increase
public awareness. Roanoke County will also
coordinate the efforts of County agencies and
local non -profits to identify service gaps and
build partnerships to fulfill these needs for
our vulnerable populations.
Accessibility of Services
for All Populations
Accessibility of services is another issue that
was identified as needing improvement.
Improved transit and paratransit services
to provide transportation across the valley
is needed, along with expanded hours of
availability. Improvements to available transit
services in general were also identified
as a significant need. Access to healthy
recreational opportunities from all areas of
the County is also a high priority for citizens.
Roanoke County will work to improve the
accessibility of services for all populations.
Public input from Community Health and Well -Being, Quality of Life and Transportation focus
groups was used to develop BEA CARING AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY.
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Education Regarding
Available Services
Many citizens are unaware of existing
community resources that provide
information about assistive services.
Promotion of existing community
resources, including the 2-1-1 system,
which is a state-wide telephone referral
service that connects people with free
information on available community
resources, was considered very important.
Roanoke County will promote both the
coordination of services for vulnerable
populations and the accessibility of
available services. This support will be
achieved by marketing existing and new
services through public information
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"K to Gray" Continuum of Educational
Resources
The concept of "K to Gray" education was
discussed and supported throughout the
planning process. Roanoke County has
an excellent educational network of local
public schools and nearby colleges and
universities. Roanoke County will continue
to encourage lifelong learning through these
institutions as well as through the Library
system and Parks and Recreation programs.
In addition to workforce development
and retraining for economic development
purposes, Roanoke County will continue to
support lifelong learning, art, and cultural
educational opportunities. As education
is a vital component of Roanoke County's
overall quality of life, support for "K to Gray"
educational opportunities will reach beyond
workforce development programs.
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Educational Partnerships
Roanoke County will develop and
strengthen its educational partnerships
among the region's educational institutions.
Apprenticeships and job shadowing are
ways to strengthen the ties between
businesses and educational institutions.
Workforce development is vital to economic
development and alternative methods of
training young people through practical
opportunities in the workforce are
recommended. Other partnerships, including
collaboration with public safety agencies, will
be developed over the next several years.
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was used to develop PROMOTE LIFELONG LEARNING.
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Market Educational Resources
Employers looking to expand or relocate
are interested in communities that
have comprehensive and highly -rated
educational systems. Roanoke County will
market its excellent educational resources
both locally and as part of the region's
branding efforts. The County will also
market the entire "K to Gray" continuum
of educational resources available
throughout the region.
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Outdoor Recreation
and Natural Resources
Roanoke County's abundant outdoor
recreational opportunities are seen as a
means to market the County's high quality
of life to young professionals, an increasingly
important part of the equation in attracting
entrepreneurial businesses to the region.
Outdoor recreation that capitalizes on
increasing the number of visitors to the
area while providing healthy alternatives for
citizens is a high priority. Roanoke County
will continue to expand and promote the
County's outdoor recreational advantages,
especially amenities such as Explore Park,
greenways, and blueways.
Solid Waste and Recycling
Solid waste management is an important
component of maintaining and improving
the scenic beauty of the community.
Roanoke County needs to improve its overall
cleanliness by providing high quality solid
waste practices. The County will review its
solid waste management practices, including
expanded recycling opportunities for
residents, removing plastic bags from the
waste stream, and encouraging composting
and other sustainable practices in the
community.
Public input from Quality of Life, Transportation, Community Health and Well -Being, Education
and Economic Development focus groups was used to develop KEEP ROANOKE COUNTY
HEALTHY, CLEAN AND BEAUTIFUL.
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Environmental Stewardship
Environmental stewardship and protecting
natural resources is important to keeping
Roanoke County healthy, clean and beautiful.
The scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge
Mountains, along with the regional streams
and rivers of the region, are what set Roanoke
County apart from other communities.
The County will continue to preserve and
improve these irreplaceable features that are
so vital to ensuring an attractive and healthy
community for future generations.
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Tying Strategic Initiatives to the Vision
As mentioned earlier, the following Vision Statement was developed to guide the community's
planning process:
"Roanoke County is a vibrant, innovative, and scenic community
that values its citizens, heritage, and quality of life."
Initiatives in the Community Strategic Plan
seek to make Roanoke County vibrant
and innovative through improving
communications, technology, and
transportation networks both locally and
regionally. Building the local economy and
educational resources to best meet the needs
of all ages will further enable Roanoke County
to remain vibrant and innovative. It is
important to take advantage of and promote
Roanoke County's scenic resources and
cultural heritage through enhancing our
abundant outdoor recreational possibilities,
and use proper authority to care for and
protect natural resources. Roanoke County
values its citizens by ensuring services and
programs are inclusive for all citizens, and
the County will continue to provide high
quality public safety services. Creating plans,
programs, policies and actions that are
consistent with this strategic direction is how
Roanoke County can ensure that the high
quality of life the community enjoys today is
available for many years to come.
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Community Strategic Plan Implementation
The formal approval of the Vision Statement and Strategic Initiatives occurs with the adoption
of the Community Strategic Plan by the Board of Supervisors. The implementation of the
Community Strategic Plan will be an ongoing effort of Roanoke County's departments and
agencies. Performance measures will be developed and aligned with the Strategic Initiatives in
this Plan and will be incorporated into the County's departmental business plans.
The County's annual budget process will include review of the departmental requests for
operating and capital funds in light of the vision and strategic direction provided by the
community through the civic engagement process. Data on the progress toward these
performance measures will be collected, reviewed, reported and used to make adjustments
to County services and programs. Roanoke County will also prepare an annual report on the
progress to achieving the vision set forth in the Community Strategic Plan.
Although the main body of this document is written at a broad strategic level, the individual
topics, goals, and objectives prioritized by the 276 participants in the focus group process are
included in the supplemental materials found on Roanoke County's website and will be used
by staff and regional partners to craft individual business plans, project plans, and budgets that
implement the County's vision over the next five years.
Performance Measurement
Development
• Collect data related to goals and
objectives.
• Develop intermediate and
operational measures.
• Identify benchmarks for progress.
• Develop internal targets for
performance.
• Develop consistent format for regular
reporting of progress.
Alignment to Strategic Initiatives
• Establish annual business plans
for each department.
• Associate major service activities
with Strategic Initiatives.
Application
• Apply measured data to annual
performance assessments.
• Data informs resource allocation
and decision-making.
JReporting
• Annual reporting of initiatives.
• Regular review and reporting of measures.
Refine performance measures
based on reported data.
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Acknowledgments
Roanoke County's first-ever Community Strategic Plan is the product of a community partnership involving citizens,
elected and appointed officials, regional agencies, County staff, and all others interested in the growth and prosperity
of the County. Thanks and appreciation is offered to all those who participated in the Community Strategic Plan.
Roanoke County Board of Supervisors
P. Jason Peters, Chairman, Vinton Magisterial District
Joseph P. McNamara, Vice Chairman, Windsor Hills Magisterial District
George G. Assaid, Cave Spring Magisterial District
Al Bedrosian, Hollins Magisterial District
Martha B. Hooker, Catawba Magisterial District
Roanoke County Public Schools
Michael Wray, Chairman, Roanoke County School Board
Dr. Gregory Killough, Superintendent
Dr. Ken Nicely, Director of Secondary Instruction
Staff Acknowledgments
Lindsay Blankenship
Thomas C. Gates
Bruce Lowe
Steve Simon
Chris Bever
Laurie Gearheart
Jimmy Lyon
Kevin Slough
Doug Blount
Caitlin Gills
Grace McCown
Karen Thomas
Jay Brenchick
Anne Marie Green
Susan McCoy
Philip Thompson
Tracey Buzzo
Travis Griffith
Patience O'Brien
Mark Tuck
Dustin Campbell
Howard Hall
Dan O'Donnell
Steve Turner
Jordan Carlisle
Anita Hassell
Karen Oliver
Sarah Vaughan
Richard Caywood
David Henderson
Eric Orange
Sandy Walton
Jimmy Chapman
David Holladay
Rebecca Owens
Jessica Webb
Brian Clingenpeel
Brent Hudson
Audrey Palmer
David Weir
Gray Craig
Brian Hughes
Scott Pfouts
Amy Whittaker
Megan Cronise
Debbie Jacks
Scott Ramsburg
Mike Williams
Billy Driver
Rebecca James
Robbin Reams
Tori Williams
Nancy Duval
Ashley King
Steve Short
Tammi Wood
Jill Loope
Brian Simmons
Photography Credits
Front Cover: Top Left - R.R. Donnelly facility by Gray Craig; Top Right- Roanoke County Public Safety by Dominion
Images; Bottom Left: Graduate by Brendan Bush Photography, courtesy Virginia Western Community College;
Bottom Right: Route 419 Traffic, Dominion Images. Page 2 Chairman P. Jason Peters and County Administrator Gates
by Muncy Fine Photography. Page 13 www.istock.com. Page 14 Community Development by Dominion Images.
Page 15 R.R. Donnelly facility by Gray Craig. Page 16 Bicycles by Dominion Images. Page 17 Neighborhood by Sam
Dean Photography. Page 19 Fireman Gear by Dominion Images. Page 21 TRS Clients by Matt Ross Photography.
Page 23 Hidden Valley High School Graduation, courtesy Chuck Lionberger/Roanoke County Public Schools. Page 24
Canoe by Sam Dean Photography. Page 25 Child Bicycle by Dominion Images. Page 26 Roanoke County overview by
Dominion Images. Page 31 Meeting Notes by Philip Thompson. Focus Group meeting photographs by Gray Craig.
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Supplemental Materials on the Web
Additional information about the Community Strategic Plan
www.RoanokeCountyVA.cjov/CSP
Telephone Survey Results
www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/CSPSURVEY
Focus Group Schedules, Meeting Presentations and Meeting Notes
www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/CSPFOCUS
Additional Roanoke County Planning Documents
Roanoke County Comprehensive Plan
www.RoanokeCountvVA.aov/ComarehensivePlan
Roanoke County Community Planning Areas
www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/PlanningAreas
Roanoke County Annual Fiscal Plan
www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/AFP
Roanoke County Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/CIP
Follow Roanoke County on these social media channels:
Facebook
www.facebook.com/RoanokeCountyVirciinia.Government
Twitter
@RoanokeCounty
YouTube
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For additional information about the Community Strategic Plan,
please visit www.RoanokeCountyVA.gov/CSP.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2016
ORDINANCE 080916-4 REZONING APPROXIMATELY 0.99 ACRES
FROM R-1, LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO C-1, LOW
INTENSITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3746 COLONIAL AVENUE, CAVE SPRING MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT
(TAX MAP NO. 077.18-03-36.00-0000)
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on June 28, 2016, and
the second reading and public hearing were held on August 9, 2016; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on
this matter on July 5, 2016; and
law.
WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement has been provided as required by
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as
follows:
1. The zoning classification of a certain parcel of real estate containing
approximately 0.99 acres, as described herein, and located at 3746 Colonial
Avenue (Tax Map No. 077.18-03-36.00-0000) in the Cave Spring Magisterial
District is hereby changed from the zoning classification of R-1, Low Density
Residential District, to the zoning classification of C-1, Low Intensity
Commercial District, with proffers.
2. The owner of this property has voluntarily proffered in writing the following
conditions which the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia,
hereby accepts:
Page 1 of 3
A. The property will be developed in general conformance with the concept
plan dated July 28, 2016 and titled Kate Madison Properties, LLC
Concept Plan, with any changes required under the Roanoke County
comprehensive site plan review process.
B. Signage will be installed and maintained as follows:
C. Any freestanding sign shall be limited to brick monument -style, not to
exceed five feet in height and seven feet in width.
D. Any freestanding sign shall only be lit from the ground and shall not cause
glare onto Colonial Avenue or adjacent properties.
E. There shall be no neon signage or electronic message boards on the
property.
F. Landscaping will be installed and maintained as follows:
a. Shrubs shall be planted around the parking area and along the front
building fagade as shown on the concept plan.
b. Shrubs shall be planted around the monument style sign as shown
on the concept plan.
c. A 10 -foot right of way planting strip shall be installed as shown on
the concept plan.
d. A Type B buffer yard shall be installed as shown on the concept
plan.
G. No additional portion of the front yard will be paved for parking or any
other purpose.
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H. Any lighting installed around the parking area shall be fully -shielded and
no more than three feet in height.
I. Hours of operation will be limited from 7:00 A.M to 9:00 P.M.
J. The property will have only one entrance onto Colonial Avenue.
3. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its
final passage. All ordinances or party of ordinances in conflict with the
provisions of this ordinance be, and the same hereby are, repealed. The
Zoning Administrator is directed to amend the zoning district map to reflect
the change in zoning classification authorized by this ordinance.
On motion of Supervisor Assaid to adopt the ordinance, seconded by Supervisor
Hooker and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, Hooker, McNamara, Peters
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bedrosian
A COPY TESTE:
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Deborah C. Jacks
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
cc: Arnold Covey, Director of Community Development
Tarek Moneir, Deputy Director of Development
Philip Thompson, Deputy Director of Planning
William Driver, Director of Real Estate Development
Peter Lubeck, Senior Assistant County Attorney
John Murphy, Zoning Administrato5
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2016
ORDINANCE 080916-5 REMOVING ALL PROFFERED CONDITIONS
FROM PROPERTY ZONED C-2CS, HIGH INTENSITY COMMERCIAL
WITH CONDITIONS AND SPECIAL USE PERMIT, LOCATED AT 7637
WILLIAMSON ROAD, HOLLINS MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT, AND
CONTAINING 0.459 ACRE (TAX MAP NO. 027.11.03-11.00-0000)
WHEREAS, in May 1989, the Board of Supervisors approved a rezoning and
special exception permit for retail sales of watercraft at 7637 Williamson Road, in the
Hollins Magisterial District (Tax Map No. 027.11.03-11.00-0000) (the "Property"), with
eight (8) proffered conditions; and
WHEREAS, of the eight (8) proffered conditions, four (4) deal with the specific
use of recreational vehicle sales, three (3) deal with development issues including
lighting, signage, and buffers, which are addressed in Roanoke County's current zoning
ordinance, and one (1) deals with hours of operation that limit future commercial uses
and are inconsistent with the allowed hours of operation of neighboring businesses; and
WHEREAS, the Property was never used for the purpose of retail sales of
watercraft; and
WHEREAS, the Property has been vacant since 2015; and
WHEREAS, Stephen Hartman purchased the Property in May 2016; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hartman desires to remove the eight (8) proffered conditions
from the 1989 rezoning of the property; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on July 19, 2016, and the
second reading and public hearing were held on August 9, 2016; and
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WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on
this matter on August 2, 2016; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission recommends approval to
remove all the proffered conditions from the property; and
law.
WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement has been provided as required by
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as
follows..
1. All proffered conditions are removed from the property zoned C-2CS, high
intensity commercial with conditions and special use permit, located at 7637
Williamson Road, in the Hollins Magisterial District, and containing 0.459 acre
(Tax Map No. 027.11.03-11.00-0000).
2. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its
final passage. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the
provisions of this ordinance are repealed. The Zoning Administrator is
directed to amend the zoning district map to reflect the change in zoning
classification authorized by this ordinance.
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On motion of Supervisor Peters to adopt the ordinance, seconded by Supervisor
Assaid and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, Hooker, McNamara, Peters
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bedrosian
A COPY TESTE:
De rah C. Jacks Ll
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
cc: Arnold Covey, Director of Community Development
Tarek Moneir, Deputy Director of Development
Philip Thompson, Deputy Director of Planning
William Driver, Director of Real Estate Development
Peter Lubeck, Senior Assistant County Attorney
John Murphy, Zoning Administrator
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