HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/19/2017 - Adopted Board Records
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY,DECEMBER 19, 2017
RESOLUTION 121917-1OF APPRECIATION TO AL BEDROSIANFOR
HIS SERVICE AS A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FROM 2014THROUGH 2017
WHEREAS,Al Bedrosian was elected to represent the Hollins Magisterial District
on the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County in November2013with a term that
started January 1, 2014,and served in that capacity through December 31, 2017; and
WHEREAS,during his tenureas a member of the Board, Supervisor Bedrosian
served with zealand dedication,working on behalf of thepeople of his district and all
citizens ofRoanoke County;and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bedrosian was an adamant,vocal advocate for numerous social
and political causes, most notably free-market systems andfiscal responsibility; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bedrosian welcomed visits from all citizens and always took the
time to listen to their concerns and opinions; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bedrosian was a tireless supporter of his constituents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, expresses its deepest appreciation and thatof the citizens of
Roanoke County toAL BEDROSIANfor his commitment to public service, his belief in
democratic principlesand championing of citizen participation in local government; and
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors congratulates Supervisor Bedrosianat the
conclusion of his termof office and wishes him continued success in future endeavors.
Page 1of 2
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017
ORDINANCE 121917-2ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATINGFUNDS IN
THE AMOUNT OF $9,000 FROM THE BENT MOUNTAIN VOLUNTEER
FIRE COMPANYTO THE GENERAL SERVICES CAPITAL
MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, theBent Mountain Volunteer Fire Company has requested County of
Roanoke support of kitchen renovations at the Bent Mountain Fire Station; and
WHEREAS, the Bent Mountain Volunteer Fire Companyis contributing $9,000 to
fund approximately fifty percent(50%)of project costs; and
WHEREAS, the County contribution to the project will come from funds previously
appropriated to the General Services Capital Maintenance Program; and
WHEREAS, Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter provides that funds be
appropriated by ordinancebefore they are expended; and
WHEREAS, first reading ofthis ordinance was held on December 5, 2017, and the
second reading was held on December 19, 2017.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as
follows:
1.That donations in the amount of $9,000from the Bent Mountain Volunteer
Fire Department be appropriated to the General Service Capital Maintenance Programfor
the purpose of kitchen renovations as the Bent Mountain Fire Station.
2.That this ordinance shall take effect from and after the date of adoption.
Page 1of 2
ACTION NO. A-121917-3.a
ITEM NO. J-2
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE:December 19, 2017
AGENDA ITEM:Request to accept and allocate grant funds in theamount of
$15,000 from Appalachian Power's Economic Development
Growth Enhancement (EDGE) Program
SUBMITTED BY:Jill Loope
Director of Economic Development
APPROVED BY:Thomas C. Gates
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Accept and allocate an EDGE Grant in the amount of $15,000 from Appalachian Power
BACKGROUND:
Appalachian Power has a long history of collaboration and support for local, regional
and state economic development efforts. The EDGE Program is designed to support
economic development activity at local and regional levels. EDGE funds may be used
for studies specifically related to business parks and facility development. Additionally,
funds may be used for economic development marketing and promotional strategies,
business retention and expansion, and sites and buildings.
DISCUSSION:
The Economic Development Department will utilize the grant funds to redesign the
Economic Development Website, which was last comprehensively updated in 2010.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Grant funds from Appalachian Electric Power total $15,000 and no County match is
required.
Page 1of 2
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends accepting and allocating $15,000 to the Economic Development
Department for the Appalachian Electric Power Economic Development Growth
Enhancement Program.
VOTE:
SupervisorMcNamaramoved to accept and allocate $15,000 from Appalachian Electric
Power.Supervisor Hookerseconded the motion. Motion approved.
YesNoAbsent
Mr. Assaid
Mr. Bedrosian
Ms. Hooker
Mr. Peters
Mr. McNamara
cc:Jill Loope, Director of Economic Development
Christopher Bever, Director of Management and Budget
Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance
Page 2of 2
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
CENTER ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2017
RESOLUTION 121917-4CERTIFYING THE CLOSED MEETING WAS
HELD IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CODE OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia has convened a
closed meeting on this date pursuant to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance
with the provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.2-3712 of the Code of Virginia requires a certification by the
Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, that such closed meeting was
conducted in conformity with Virginia law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, hereby certifies that, to the best of each member’s knowledge:
1. Only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements
by Virginia law were discussed in the closed meeting which this certification resolution
applies;and
2. Only such public business matters as were identified in the motion convening the
closed meeting were heard, discussed or considered by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia.
Page 1of 2
ACTION NO. A-121917-3.b
ITEM NO. J-2
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE:December 19, 2017
AGENDA ITEM:Request to approve the donation of a 1999 pick-uptruck to
the Roanoke Center for Animal Care and Protection
SUBMITTED BY:Rob Light
Director of General Services
APPROVED BY:Thomas C. Gates
County Administrator
ISSUE:
Roanoke County General Services proposes to donate a 1999 pick-up truck to the
Roanoke Center for Animal Care and Protection (RCACP), with whom the County has
an Intergovernmental Agreement.
BACKGROUND:
The County is occasionally requested to provide a surplus vehicle to a partner agency
providing a public service who, due to resource constraints, cannot acquire needed
vehicles. As donation requests are received, County vehicles being replaced as part of
the routine fleet replacement schedule are evaluated for potential donation.
DISCUSSION:
RCACP has identified a need for a large truck to be utilized for towing a trailer used to
promote animal adoption and has requested the County consider donation of a surplus
vehicle. The County has identified a 1999 3/4 ton, crew cab, 4 x 4 pickup truck for
potential donation. Thevehicle was previously utilized by County Fire and Rescue and
is in sufficiently good condition to serve the needs of RCACP. General Services
estimates the surplus value of the vehicle to be $3,500.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The estimated value of the truck is approximately $3,500.
Page 1of 2
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the donation of the truck to the Roanoke Center for Animal Care and
Protection.
VOTE:
SupervisorMcNamaramoved to approve the donation.Supervisor Hookerseconded
the motion. Motion approved.
YesNoAbsent
Mr. Assaid
Mr. Bedrosian
Ms. Hooker
Mr. Peters
Mr. McNamara
cc:Rob Light, Director of General Services
Christopher Bever, Director of Management and Budget
Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance
Page 2of 2