HomeMy WebLinkAbout1/23/2018 - Adopted Board RecordsAT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER ON
TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2018
RESOLUTION 012318-1 SUPPORTING THE RELOCATION OF THE
ROANOKE COUNTY GATEWAY SIGN ON U.S. 220 IN THE
CLEARBROOK AREA IN ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, Roanoke County has committed to replace and relocate its Roanoke
County gateway sign located in the U.S. 220 median in the Clearbrook area in Roanoke
County, Virginia, as part of the Roanoke County re -branding effort; and
WHEREAS, the relocated gateway sign and new landscaping will be located
1,100 feet north of the existing gateway sign, near the northbound on-ramp and off -
ramp for the Blue Ridge Parkway; and
and
WHEREAS, new landscaping will be installed around the relocated gateway sign;
WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) requires a
resolution of support from the governing body for locality identification or "welcome to"
signs in the public right-of-way.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY,
VIRGINIA, AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the Board hereby adopts this Resolution of Support to replace and relocate
its Roanoke County gateway sign located in the U.S. 220 median in the
Clearbrook area.
2. That the Board requests the Virginia Department of Transportation to approve a
Land Use Permit for this project.
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3. That the Clerk to the Board is directed to send a copy of this resolution to the
Virginia Department of Transportation.
On motion of Supervisor Assaid to adopt the resolution, seconded by Supervisor
McNamara and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, North, McNamara, Peters, Hooker
NAYS: None
TESTE:
Deborah C. Jackd
Chief Deputy Clerk t th Board
cc: Megan Cronise, Principle Planner
Virginia Department of Transportation
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AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER ON
TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2018
RESOLUTION 012318-2 OF ENDORSEMENT FOR A VIRGINA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION COMPREHENSIVE ROADSIDE
MANAGEMENT PROJECT FOR THE ROUTE 220 MEDIAN IN
CLEARBROOK IN ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, ValleyStar Credit Union has committed to install and maintain
landscaping and signage for five years at the Route 220 median in Clearbrook in
Roanoke County, Virginia; and
WHEREAS, this landscaping and signage project is consistent with the goals of
the 2005 Roanoke County Community Plan; and
WHEREAS, these improvement activities fall under the Virginia Department of
Transportation (VDOT) Comprehensive Roadside Management Program; and
WHEREAS, this VDOT program requires the local governing body to hold a
public hearing and adopt a resolution of endorsement prior to project approval by
VDOT; and,
WHEREAS, the Board held a public hearing on this project after advertisement,
as required, on January 23, 2018.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY,
VIRGINIA, AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the Board finds that this landscaping and signage project at the Route 220
median in Clearbrook is consistent with the goals of the 2005 Roanoke County
Community Plan.
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2. That the Board accepts the offer of ValleyStar Credit Union to maintain the
landscaping and signage at the Route 220 median in Clearbrook for five years.
3. That the Board hereby adopts this Resolution of Endorsement for the
landscaping project at the Route 220 median in Clearbrook, and requests the
Virginia Department of Transportation to approve this project under its
Comprehensive Roadside Management Program.
4. That the Clerk to the Board is directed to send a copy of this resolution to the
Virginia Department of Transportation and to ValleyStar Credit Union.
On motion of Supervisor Assaid to adopt the resolution, seconded by Supervisor
Hooker and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, North, McNamara, Peters, Hooker
NAYS: None
STE:
Deborah C. Jacks /
Chief Deputy Clerk t Board
cc: Bailey DuBois, Planner II
Virginia Department of Transportation
ValleyStar Credit Union
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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, JANUARY 23, 2018
ORDINANCE 012318-3 APPROVING A LEASE WITH BLUE MOUNTAIN
HUTS, LLC TO PROVIDE CAMPING FACILITIES AND SERVICES IN
EXPLORE PARK
WHEREAS, the County is the Lessee of a ninety-nine year lease for Explore
Park, property owned by the Virginia Recreational Facilities Authority ("VRFA"), a
political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the lease between the County and the VRFA is for
the County to provide and promote a high quality recreational attraction in the western
part of the Commonwealth; expand the historical knowledge of adults and children;
promote tourism and economic development in the Commonwealth; set aside and
conserve scenic and natural areas along the Roanoke River; preserve open -space land;
and enhance and expand research and educational programs; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
("PRT") has devised a master plan ("Adventure Plan") for the land leased by the County
in Explore Park to achieve the purpose of the County / VRFA Lease; and
WHEREAS, the Adventure Plan calls for design and implementation of various
outdoor recreation activities, including different types of camping facilities and
amenities; and
WHEREAS, the County has solicited and negotiated contracts with various
vendors for ground leases and event contracts to implement the Adventure Plan; and
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WHEREAS, Blue Mountain Huts, LLC, was the responsive bidder for the
County's RFP for, among other things, providing camping for visitors to Explore Park;
and
WHEREAS, the County has agreed to lease portions of Explore Park to Blue
Mountain Huts, LLC, so that the company may provide quality camping and other
related services to visitors of Explore Park; and
WHEREAS, such a lease will provide tangible and intangible benefits to the
County in the form of revenue and economic development;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That pursuant to the provisions of Sections 2.01 and 2.03 of the Charter of
Roanoke County, the County is authorized to acquire property, including the lease of
real estate; and,
2. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of the Charter of
Roanoke County, the acquisition of any interest in real estate shall be accomplished by
ordinance, the first reading of this ordinance was held on January 9, 2018, and the
second reading of this ordinance was held on January 23, 2018.
3. That the execution of a Lease Agreement ("Agreement") with Blue
Mountain Huts, LLC to lease certain parcels of land in Explore Park is authorized.
4. That the lease term shall commence on February 1, 2018, and continue
for a period of 5 years, with the option to renew for an additional successive 5 -year
periods, upon the same terms and conditions contained in the Agreement, unless
terminated as provided in the Agreement.
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5. That the base rent shall be five percent for the first two years and ten
percent per year thereafter of Blue Mountain Huts, LLC's gross revenue, annually,
during the term of the Agreement.
6. That the County Administrator, or an Assistant County Administrator, is
authorized to execute such documents and take such actions on behalf of the Board of
Supervisors in this matter as are necessary to accomplish the lease of this property, all
of which shall be approved as to form by the County Attorney.
8. That this ordinance shall be effective on and from the date of its adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Peters to adopt the ordinance, seconded by Supervisor
North and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, North, McNamara, Peters, Hooker
NAYS: None
CORY TESTE:
Deborah C. Jacks'
Chief Deputy Clerk t t Board
cc: Doug Blount, Director of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Mary Beth Nash, Senior Assistant County Attorney
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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, JANUARY 23, 2018
ORDINANCE 012318-4 APPROVING A LEASE WITH DON'S CAB -
INNS, LLC TO PROVIDE CAMPING FACILITIES AND SERVICES IN
EXPLORE PARK
WHEREAS, the County is the Lessee of a ninety-nine year lease for Explore
Park, property owned by the Virginia Recreational Facilities Authority ("VRFA"), a
political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of the lease between the County and the VRFA is for
the County to provide and promote a high quality recreational attraction in the western
part of the Commonwealth; expand the historical knowledge of adults and children;
promote tourism and economic development in the Commonwealth; set aside and
conserve scenic and natural areas along the Roanoke River; preserve open -space land;
and enhance and expand research and educational programs; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
("PRT") has devised a master plan ("Adventure Plan") for the land leased by the County
in Explore Park to achieve the purpose of the County / VRFA Lease; and
WHEREAS, the Adventure Plan calls for design and implementation of various
outdoor recreation activities, including different types of camping facilities and
amenities; and
WHEREAS, the County has solicited and negotiated contracts with various
vendors for ground leases and event contracts to implement the Adventure Plan; and
WHEREAS, Don's Cab -Inn's LLC, was the responsive bidder for the County's
RFP for, among other things, providing camping cabins for visitors to Explore Park; and
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WHEREAS, the County has agreed to lease portions of Explore Park to Dons
Cab -Inns, LLC, so that the company may provide quality camping cabins and other
related services to visitors of Explore Park; and
WHEREAS, such a lease will provide tangible and intangible benefits to the
County in the form of revenue and economic development.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That pursuant to the provisions of Sections 2.01 and 2.03 of the Charter of
Roanoke County, the County is authorized to acquire property, including the lease of
real estate; and
2. That pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of the Charter of
Roanoke County, the acquisition of any interest in real estate shall be accomplished by
ordinance, the first reading of this ordinance was held on January 9, 2018, and the
second reading of this ordinance was held on January 23, 2018.
3. That the execution of a Lease Agreement ("Agreement") with Dons Cab -
Inns, LLC to lease certain parcels of land in Explore Park is authorized.
4. That the lease term shall commence on February 1, 2018, and continue
for a period of 5 years, with the option to renew for an additional successive 5 -year
periods, upon the same terms and conditions contained in the Agreement, unless
terminated as provided in the Agreement.
5. That the base rent shall be ten percent of Dons Cab -Inns LLC's gross
revenue derived from its services at Explore Park, annually, during the term of the
Agreement.
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6. That the County Administrator, or an Assistant County Administrator, is
authorized to execute such documents and take such actions on behalf of the Board of
Supervisors in this matter as are necessary to accomplish the lease of this property, all
of which shall be approved as to form by the County Attorney.
8. That this ordinance shall be effective on and from the date of its adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Peters to adopt the ordinance, seconded by Supervisor
North and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, North, McNamara, Peters, Hooker
NAYS: None
F -WI K F:
Deborah C. Jacks
Chief Deputy Clerk to h Board
cc: Doug Blount, Director of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Mary Beth Nash, Senior Assistant County Attorney
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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, JANUARY 23, 2018
ORDINANCE 012318-5 ACCEPTING AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN
THE AMOUNT OF $139,473 FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL
JUSTICE SERVICES FOR THE BYRNE JUSTICE ASSISTANCE
GRANT PROGRAM - LAW ENFORCEMENT / FIRST RESPONDERS
COOPERATIVE RESPONSE PROJECT REGIONAL FIELD FORCE
TEAM
WHEREAS, the Department of Criminal Justice Services has provided sub -
grants to local governments and state agencies to support law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Police Department has been awarded the
Byrne Justice Assistance Grant from the Department of Criminal Justice to help
purchase equipment for the Regional Field Force Team; and
WHEREAS, the grant will provide $139,473 federal funds and requires no County
match; and
WHEREAS, the grant funds will be used to purchase the equipment that is
needed to properly equip officers for the Regional Field Force Team; and
WHEREAS, Section 18.04 of the Roanoke County Charter provides that funds be
appropriated by ordinance; and
WHEREAS, first reading of this ordinance was held on January 9, 2018, and the
second reading was held on January 23, 2018.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as
follows..
1. That the sum of $139,473 is hereby accepted and appropriated from the
Department of Criminal Justice Services to the Police Department; and
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2. That this ordinance shall take effect from and after the date of adoption.
On motion of Supervisor Peters to adopt the ordinance, seconded by Supervisor
Hooker and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, North, McNamara, Peters, Hooker
NAYS: None
A COW TESTE:
Deborah C. Jack
Chief Deputy Cle k the Board
cc: Howard B. Hall, Chief of Police
Christopher Bever, Director of Management and Budget
Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance
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ACTION NO. A -012318-6.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: January 23, 2018
AGENDA ITEM: Confirmation of appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals
(District); Roanoke County Audit Committee; Roanoke Valley
Transportation Planning Organization; Roanoke Valley -
Alleghany Regional Commission; Roanoke Valley -Alleghany
Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
Committee; Virginia Association of Counties and Western
Virginia Regional Jail Authority
SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
ISSUE:
Deborah C. Jacks
Chief Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors
Thomas C. Gates
County Administrator
Confirmation of appointments
BACKGROUND:
Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA)(District)
Supervisor Phil North has recommended the reappointment of Carlton W. Wright for a
five-year term expiring on June 30, 2022
The Board of Supervisors has recommended the following appointments:
Roanoke County Audit Committee:
P. Jason Peters - term to expire December 31, 2018
Joseph P. McNamara - term to expire December 31, 2018
Roanoke Valley Transportation Planning Organization:
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George Assaid - term to expire June 30, 2020
Phil C. North - term to expire June 30, 2020
Roanoke Valley -Alleghany Regional Commission:
Phil C. North - term to expire June 30, 2019
Roanoke Valley -Alleghany Regional Comprehensive Economic Development
Strategy Committee:
Phil C. North - term to expire June 30, 2019
Virginia Association of Counties:
P. Jason Peters - Legislative Contact - no term limit
Marth B. Hooker - Liasison Board Member - no term limit
Western Virginia Regional Jail Authority:
Sheriff Eric Orange - term to expire December 31, 2018
Chief Deputy Sheriff Steve Turner (alternate) - term to expire December 31, 2018
Rebecca Owens - term to expire December 31, 2018
Daniel R. O'Donnell (alternate) - term to expire December 31, 2018
Joseph P. McNamara - term to expire December 31, 2018
Martha B. Hooker (alternate) - term to expire December 31, 2018
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this agenda item.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends confirmation of all appointments.
VOTE:
Supervisor Peters moved to confirm all appointments. Supervisor McNamara seconded
the motion. Motion approved.
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cc: John Murphy, Zoning Administrator
Tanya Catron, Internal Auditor
Wayne Strickland, Exec Director, Roanoke Valley -Alleghany Regional Commission
Dean A. Lynch, Executive Director, Virginia Association of Counties
Jodi A. Bishop, Clerk to the Western Virginia Regional Jail Authority
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Yes
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Absent
Mr. Assaid
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Mr. North
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cc: John Murphy, Zoning Administrator
Tanya Catron, Internal Auditor
Wayne Strickland, Exec Director, Roanoke Valley -Alleghany Regional Commission
Dean A. Lynch, Executive Director, Virginia Association of Counties
Jodi A. Bishop, Clerk to the Western Virginia Regional Jail Authority
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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, JANUARY 23, 2018
RESOLUTION 012318-6.c EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY TO DAVID W. FORD,
SOLID WASTE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, UPON HIS RETIREMENT
AFTER TWENTY-FOUR (24) YEARS OF SERVICE
WHEREAS, Mr. Ford was employed by Roanoke County on April 5, 1993, on a part-
time basis and on March 28, 1994, on a full-time basis; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ford will retire on January 1, 2018, after twenty-four years and six
months of devoted, faithful and expert service to Roanoke County; and
WHEREAS, during Mr. Ford's tenure with the Roanoke County, he has served with
professionalism and dedication in providing services to the citizens of Roanoke County;
WHEREAS, throughout Mr. Ford's tenure with Roanoke County, he has worked both
in the Utility Department and the Solid Waste Division providing citizens with daily service
often in extreme weather conditions. With the Solid Waste Division, Mr. Ford worked
primarily as a bulk collection driver and provided exemplary customer service, normally
going above and beyond the call of duty.
WHEREAS, 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 DAVID W. FORD for more than twenty-four 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 Peters to adopt the resolution, seconded by Supervisor
McNamara and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, North, McNamara, Peters, Hooker
NAYS: None
TESTE:
Deborah C. Jacks! /
Chief Deputy Cler t94he Board
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ACTION NO. A -012318-6.b
ITEM NO. J-3
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE
COUNTY, VIRGINIA HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER
MEETING DATE: January 23, 2018
AGENDA ITEM: Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of
$8,399.65 from the U. S. Department of Justice's Bulletproof
Vest Partnership
SUBMITTED BY:
APPROVED BY:
ISSUE:
Eric Orange
Sheriff
Thomas C. Gates
County Administrator
Acceptance and allocation of $8,399.65 for the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant
BACKGROUND:
The Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP), created by the Bulletproof Vest Partnership
Grant Act of 1998, is a unique U. S. Department of Justice initiative designed to provide
a critical resource to State and local law enforcement.
DISCUSSION:
The Roanoke County Sheriff's Office applied for and received a grant in the amount of
$8,399.65 from the Bulletproof Vest Partnership. This grant will provide funding to
assist in the purchase of protective vests.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total amount of the grant awarded is $8,399.65, which includes a fifty percent (50%)
match. U.S. Department of Justice grant funds total $4,199.82 and the County match of
$4,199.83 was appropriated by the Board of Supervisors in the fiscal year 2017-2018
Sheriff's Office budget. No additional appropriation of County funds is required
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends acceptance and allocation of grant funds in the amount of $8,399.65
from the U. S. Department of Justice's Bulletproof Vest Partnership.
VOTE:
Supervisor Peters moved to approve the appropriation. Supervisor McNamara
seconded the motion. Motion approved.
cc: Eric Orange, Sheriff
Christopher Bever, Director of Management and Budget
Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance
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Yes
No
Absent
Mr. Assaid
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Mr. North
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Mr. McNamara
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Mr. Peters
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Ms. Hooker
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cc: Eric Orange, Sheriff
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, JANUARY 23, 2018
RESOLUTION 012318-6 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 January 23,
2018, 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 4
inclusive, as follows:
1. Approval of minutes — December 5, 2017
2. Confirmation of appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals (District);
Roanoke County Audit Committee; Roanoke Valley Transportation Planning
Organization; Roanoke Valley -Alleghany Regional Commission; Roanoke
Valley -Alleghany Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
Committee; Virginia Association of Counties and Western Virginia Regional Jail
Authority
3. Request to accept and allocate grant funds in the amount of $8,399.65 from the
U. S. Department of Justice's Bulletproof Vest Partnership
4. Resolution expressing the appreciation of the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County to David W. Ford, Solid Waste Equipment Operator, upon his retirement
after more than twenty-four (24) years of service
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On motion of Supervisor Peters to adopt the resolution, seconded by Supervisor
McNamara and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Assaid, North, McNamara, Peters, Hooker
NAYS: None
TESTE:
D-ebarah C. Jackie
Chief Deputy Cler t he Board
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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, JANUARY 23, 2018
ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR THE
OPERATION OF A SPECIAL EVENTS FACILITY IN A AG -1
(AGRICULTURAL/ RURAL LOW DENSITY) DISTRICT AND AG -3
(AGRICULTURAL/ RURAL PRESERVE) DISTRICT ON A 14.954 ACRE
PARCEL LOCATED AT 5198 BLACKSBURG ROAD, IN THE
CATAWBA MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT (TAX MAP NO. 14.00-01-08)
WHEREAS, on January 24, 2017, the Board of Supervisors granted a special
use permit, with conditions, allowing the operation of a special events facility on a
14.954 acre parcel located at 5198 Blacksburg Rd (Tax Map No. 14.00-01-08) in the
Catawba Magisterial District; and
WHEREAS, after one year of operating such a venue, the applicants have filed
an application for a new special use permit; and
WHEREAS, the first reading of this ordinance was held on December 19, 2017,
and the second reading and public hearing were held on January 23, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Planning Commission held a public hearing on
this matter on January 2, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommends approval of the petition with
conditions; and
law.
WHEREAS, legal notice and advertisement have been provided as required by
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. The Board finds that the granting of a special use permit to allow the
operation of a special events facility on in a AG -1 (agricultural/ rural low
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density) district and AG -3 (agricultural/ rural preserve) District on a 14.954
acre parcel located at 5198 Blacksburg Rd. (Tax Map No. 14.00-01-08), in the
Catawba Magisterial District, meets with the requirements of Section 30-19-1
of the Roanoke County Code. The proposed use conforms with the standards
set forth in article IV, use and design standards, and further conforms with the
following general standards:
a. The proposed use is in conformance with the comprehensive plan of
the County, as amended, pursuant to the provisions of Section 15.2-
2232 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, and with official
County policies adopted in relation thereto, including the purposes of
the zoning ordinance.
b. When compared with other by -right potential uses of the applicants'
property, the proposed use will have a minimum adverse impact on the
surrounding neighborhood and community; the Board has evaluated
adverse use with consideration to items such as, but not limited to,
traffic congestion, noise, lights, dust, drainage, water quality, odor,
fumes and vibrations.
c. In considering impacts, the Board has given due regard to the timing of
the operation, site design, access, screening, and other matters which
might be regulated to mitigate adverse impact.
2. The Board grants a new special use permit to allow the operation of a special
events facility at 5198 Blacksburg Rd. (Tax Map No. 14.00-01-08), in the
Catawba Magisterial District, subject to the following conditions:
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a. The site shall be developed in general conformance with the concept plan
dated December 1, 2017, subject to those changes which may be required
by Roanoke County during the plot plan review process. Event activities
shall be limited to the designated area set forth in the concept plan dated
December 1, 2017.
b. Signage shall be limited to one freestanding sign measuring thirty square
feet in size and ten feet in total height. Digital and LED sign faces are
prohibited.
c. Portable sanitation services shall be fully screened from public view.
d. Parking shall be prohibited on Blacksburg Road.
e. All exterior lighting fixtures shall be designed, located and arranged so as
not to direct glare on adjoining streets or a residential use type. The
intensity at adjoining streets or a residential use type shall not exceed 0.5
foot candles.
f. Using or operating loudspeakers or microphones shall be allowed
between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Loudspeakers, if used,
shall be positioned so that sound is directed away from neighboring
residences. Musical instruments shall not be connected to loudspeakers
or any other sound amplification device.
3. This new special use permit replaces the special use permit that was granted
by the Board on January 24, 2017.
4. 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
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of this ordinance shall 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 Hooker to adopt the ordinance, seconded by Supervisor
McNamara and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors North, McNamara, Peters, Hooker
NAYS: Supervisor Assaid
Deborah'
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 Valuation
Peter Lubeck, Senior Assistant County Attorney
John Murphy, Zoning Administrator
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