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Roanoke County Board of Supervisors
Roanoke County Administration Center
3738 Brambleton Avenue S. w.
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
May 14, 1991
The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, met this day at the Roanoke County Administration
Center, this being the second Tuesday, and the first regularly
scheduled meeting of the month of May, 1991.
IN RE:
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman McGraw called the meeting to order at 3:06 p.m. The
roll call was taken.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chairman Steven A. McGraw, Vice Chairman Harry
C. Nickens, Supervisors Lee B. Eddy, Bob L.
Johnson, Richard W. Robers
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
STAFF PRESENT:
Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; Paul M.
Mahoney, County Attorney; Mary H. Allen, Clerk
to the Board; John R. Hubbard, Assistant County
Administrator, John M. Chambliss, Assistant
County Administrator, Don M. Myers, Assistant
County Administrator
IN RE:
OPENING CEREMONIES
The invocation was given by the Reverend Greg Reynolds, Penn
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Forest Wesleyan Church.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by
all present.
IN RE:
PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS
~ Recoqnition of Roanoke County emD~OYeeS who served
in the military durinq the Persian Gulf War.
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Chairman McGraw introduced County employees Miquel
Villarini, who served in the U. S. Marine Corps., Paul MCElvein,
who served in the U. S. Coast Guard, and Daryell D. Sexton, who
served in the U. S. Coast Guard during the Persian Gulf War.
Chairman McGraw presented a Roanoke County flag to Mr. Villarini.
Supervisor Johnson moved to adopt the prepared resolution.
The motion was carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 51491-1 OF APPRECIATION TO ROANOKE
COUNTY EMPLOYEES WHO SERVED IN THE DESERT
SHIELD AND DESERT STORM OPERATIONS
WHEREAS, in August 1990, the United states joined other
countries throughout the world in fighting the aggression against
Kuwait by Iraq; and
WHEREAS, at that time, the United States Armed Forces
began efforts toward military preparedness, and many reservists
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were called to active duty to serve in the Persian Gulf or at
other military bases; and
WHEREAS, seven Roanoke County employees served their
country with honor and distinction, both overseas and in the
united states, during the DESERT SHIELD AND DESERT STORM
OPERATIONS; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper to recognize their
special contributions in helping the united states and its allies
win the War.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of
Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, on behalf of its
citizens expresses its profound appreciation and pride to MIQUEL
VILLARINI, PAUL MCELVEIN, AND DARYELL D. SEXTON for the
sacrifices they made by serving in the United States Armed Forces
during the Persian Gulf War; and
FURTHER, the Board directs that Resolutions of
Appreciation be presented to WILLIAM GRAY, ROBERT R. SMITH, JR.,
RICHARD ROCK, AND MARVIN L. LOYD, still serving in the military,
upon their return to employment with Roanoke County.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw
NAYS: None
~ Proclamation declarinq the week of Mav 12 - 18.
1991 as National Historic Preservation Week.
The proclamation was presented to Kent Chrisman, Dr.
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John Kern and Deedie Kagey.
Supervisor Eddy moved to adopt the proclamation. The
motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
~ Resolution of ADDreciation to the Roanoke Valley
Youth Soccer Club. Inc.
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Danny Beamer with the Roanoke Valley Youth Soccer Club
was present to receive the resolution.
Supervisor Johnson moved to adopt the resolution. The
motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
RESOLUTION 51491-2 OF APPRECIATION TO THE ROANOKE
VALLEY YOUTH SOCCER CLUB, INC. FOR ITS ASSISTANCE IN
HOLDING THE SIXTH ANNUAL FESTIVAL SOCCER TOURNAMENT IN
THE ROANOKE VALLEY
WHEREAS, The Roanoke Valley Youth Soccer Club, Inc. has
been instrumental in establishing an annual soccer tournament to
be held in the Roanoke Valley each year during the Memorial Day
Weekend; and
WHEREAS, this tournament has continued to grow so that
this year there will be 188 teams competing in 22 divisions over
two days of competition; and
WHEREAS, over 3,200 participants, family members, and
friends will come from 7 states to spend a weekend in the Roanoke
Valley to enjoy excellent soccer, the Festival events, and the
other opportunities and facilities of our community.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of
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Supervisors of Roanoke County that we express our sincere
appreciation to the officers, members, and volunteers of the
Roanoke Valley Youth Soccer Club, Inc. for their tireless efforts
in organizing and holding the SIXTH ANNUAL FESTIVAL SOCCER
TOURNAMENT and wish to each,participant a warm welcome to the
Roanoke Valley and much success in their athletic endeavors.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson, and carried by the
fOllowing recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw
NAYS: None
IN RE:
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NEW BUSINESS
Authorization and aporooriation of funds for the
Roanoke River InterceDtor Phase III Proiect.
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utility Director Clifford Craig announced that the
Allied Signal Project is on hold, but that the staff would like
to go forward with the sanitary sewer project to provide possible
future service at the Dixie Caverns landfill and development west
of I-81 in the Cherokee Hills area. The bids that have been
received are lower than bids received for a previous project
three years ago, and staff recommended that the project be
expanded to construct the river and railroad crossing portion of
the sewer sub~main extension to Route 460, and a water line
across the Roanoke River. The total cost of the project is
$865,000.
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In response to a question from Supervisor Robers, Mr.
Craig advised that the saving is $120,000 less than the original
estimate.
Supervisor Eddy expressed concern about spending
funds when it's not necessary.
Supervisor Nickens moved to appropriate the funds. The
motion was carried by the following recorded vot~:
AYES:
Supervisors Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS:
Supervisor Eddy
~ Adootion of the Secondary System Six-Year
Construction Plan for Fiscal Year 1991-92.
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Supervisor Eddy advised that he felt a new listing of
roads should be included every year instead of every other year.
Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the Secondary System
Six-Year Construction Plan. The motion was carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 51491-4 APPROVING THE SECONDARY
SYSTEM SIX-YEAR CONSTRUCTION PLAN FOR
ROANOKE COUNTY FOR FISCAL YEAR 1991-92
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. The Board does hereby approve the Secondary Highway
Six-Year Construction Plan for Roanoke County for Fiscal Year
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1991-92 as set out on the attached summary; and
2. That a public hearing was held on March 26, 1991, to
receive comments on the Secondary Highway Six-Year Construction
Plan for Roanoke County for Fiscal Year 1991-92; and
3. That a copy of this resolution duly attested be
forthwith forwarded to the Virginia Department o~ Transportation
Salem Residency Office along with a duly attested copy of the
Secondary Highway Six-Year Construction Plan for Roanoke County
for Fiscal Year 1991-92 by the Clerk to the Board.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens to adopt the resolution, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw
NAYS: None
IN RE:
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 3:50 p.m., Supervisor Nickens moved to go into
Executive Session pursuant to the Code of Virginia 2.1-344 (a)
(7) to discuss potential litigation with legal counsel regarding
execution of a contract. The motion was carried by the following
recorded vote:
IN RE:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
None
CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
AYES:
NAYS:
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At 4:00 p.m., Supervisor Nickens moved to return to Open
Session and adopt the Certification Resolution. The motion was
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carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 51491-5 CERTIFYING EXECUTIVE MEETING WAS
HELD IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CODE OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia has convened an executive meeting on th1s date pursuant
to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance with the
provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.1-344.1 of the Code of Virginia
requires a certification by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, that such executive meeting was conducted in
conformity with Virginia law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, hereby certifies that,
to the best of each members knowledge:
1. Only public business matters lawfully exempted from
open meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the
executive meeting which this certification resolution applies,
and
2. Only such public business matters as were
identified in the motion convening the executive meeting were
heard, discussed or considered by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
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AYES:
NAYS:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw
None
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Authorization of contract with Public Safety Systems
Incoroorated (PSSI) to orovide an inteqrated Comouter
Aided DisDatch System.
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Supervisor Johnson moved to authorize the County
Administrator to execute a software contract with Public Safety
Systems Inc. to provide an integrated Computer Aided Dispatch
System, and that the contract not exceed $125,000. The motion
was carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS: None
~ Request from owners to Durchase Hiqhview Water
Comoanv. Oakridqe Water System. and Ponderosa Park
Water System.
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utility Director Clifford Craig reported that the
owners of the privately owned water systems have requested that
Roanoke County purchase and/or take over their water systems due
to the owners' inability to operate the systems as required by
the State Health Department. The Highview Water Company is a
user owned community water system serving 18 customers located
off Brushy Mountain. The Oakridge Water system is owned by
Roselawn Forest Inc. and serves 16 customers. Mr. Craig advised
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that John Parker is willing to donate this system. The Ponderosa
Park Water System is owned by H. B. Water Company and serves 28
customers in the Ponderosa Park Subdivision.
staff recommended negotiating to purchase the Oakridge
and Ponderosa Park Water System, but not the Highview Water
system because of the liability of the County to assure high
quality water.
Zebulon Hooker, one of the owners of the Oakridge
system was present and advised he was satisfied with the quality
of the water. Dan Phelgar, President, Highview Water Company,
was present and advised that the chemical quality was very good
and the residents are willing to live with water restrictions.
Chuck Conner with the State Health Department advised
that the water system is a well maintained system and the state
has received no complaints.
Following discussion, Supervisor Robers moved to
negotiate with the owners of the Ponderosa Park system. The
motion was carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS: None
Supervisor Johnson moved to authorize the staff to move
forward on management only of the Highview Water System. The
motion was carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS: None
Supervisor Nickens moved to authorize the staff to
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negotiate with the owners of the Oakridge Water System and that
the negotiations include an outstanding debt of $40,000 owed to
the County. The motion was carried by the following recorded
vote:
AYES:
NAYS:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
None
~ Acceotance of Grant bv the County Library for
Humanities Lecture Series.
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Supervisor Eddy moved to accept the $1,350 grant to
support a spring lecture discussion series. The motion was
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS: None
~ Reconsideration of Fralin and Waldron's request
for Virqinia Housinq Develooment Authoritv
Financinq.
Mr. Hodge reported that Fralin and Waldron have
requested reconsideration of the Board's action on April 23, 1991
disapproving VHDA financing of their proposed mUlti-family
residential housing development. He advised that his concerns
were: (1) that this is a 60 unit complex to be constructed on
seven of more than 250 acres; (2) Fralin and Waldron have advised
that the quality can be greater if VHDA funding is approved
because they could put more funding in the project. However,
this needs to be demonstrated; (3) Although some recreational
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facilities are included in the proposal to VHDA, Fralin and
Waldron need to more clearly define the recreational facilities
they plan to provide.
Supervisor Nickens moved to reconsider the action taken
on April 23, 1991. The motion was denied by the following
recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Robers, Nickens
NAYS: Supervisors Eddy, Johnson, McGraw
IN RE: EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS
The Board of Supervisors and County Administrator
recognized county employees who were awarded certificates of
appreciation for five, ten, fifteen, twenty, twenty-five and
thirty years of service.
IN RE
RECESS
At 5:05 p.m., the Board declared a recess to attend a
reception honoring those employees who were recognized for their
years of service to Roanoke County.
IN RE:
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At 5:30 p.m., Supervisor Johnson moved to go into
Executive Session pursuant to the Code of Virginia 2.1-344 A (6)
to discuss investment of public funds for the reservoir and
landfill projects. The motion was carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
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IN RE:
CERTIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE SESSION
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At 6:15 p.m., Supervisor Nickens moved to return to
open session and adopt the certification resolution. The motion
was carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 51491-9 CERTIFYING EXECUTIVE MEETING WAS
HELD IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CODE OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County,
Virginia has convened an executive meeting on this date pursuant
to an affirmative recorded vote and in accordance with the
provisions of The Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, section 2.1-344.1 of the Code of Virginia
requires a certification by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, virginia, that such executive meeting was conducted in
conformity with Virginia law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, hereby certifies that,
to the best of each members knowledge:
1. Only public business matters lawfully exempted from
open meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the
executive meeting which this certification resolution applies,
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and
2. Only such public business matters as were
identified in the motion convening the executive meeting were
heard, discussed or considered by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens, and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw
NAYS: None
IN RE: REQUESTS FOR WORK SESSIONS
.L. Request for Work Session on June 11. 1991 to
discuss Caoital ImDrovement Proqram.
A Work Session was set for June 11, 1991.
~ Request for Work Session on Mav 28. 1991 to
discuss utility Rates and Feasibilitv Study.
Supervisor Johnson moved to set the work session for
May 28, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried by a unanimous
voice vote.
~ Request for Strateqic Planninq Session in June
1991.
There was board consensus to set a Strategic Planning
Session for Saturday, June 8, 1991 at 7:30 a.m. and continue on
Sunday, June 9, 1991, if necessary. The following topics were
suggested for discussion: water, landfill, sewer, Hotel Roanoke,
and future goals and objectives.
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IN RE: FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
.L. Ordinance aoorooriatinq funds for the Fiscal Year
1991-92 Budqet.
There was no discussion. Supervisor Johnson moved to
approve first reading of the ordinance. The motion was carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS: None
~ Ordinance vacatinq the eastern 3.5 foot Dortion of
a 20 foot sanitary sewer easement located on Lot
6. Block 2. section 11. Woodbridqe Subdivision
recorded in Plat Book 11. Paqe 145. in the Catawba
Maqisterial District.
There was no discussion. Supervisor Robers moved to
approve first reading of the ordinance. The motion was carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS: None
~ Ordinance vacatinq an existinq 15 foot sanitary
sewer easement showinq on the olot of Meadowbrook
Villaqe. Phase IV Townhouses. recorded in Plat
Book 12. Paqe 18. in the Hollins Maqisterial
District.
There was no discussion. Supervisor Johnson moved to
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approve first reading of the ordinance. The motion was carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS: None
~ Ordinance authorizinq the acquisition of necessary
easements to construct the Roanoke River Sewer
Interceotor Phase III Proiect.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve first reading of
the ordinance. The motion was carried by the following recorded
vote:
AYES:
NAYS:
Supervisors Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
Supervisor Eddy
~ Ordinance authorizinq conveyance of a .4 acre
Darcel of real estate located on Route 311 in the
Catawba Maqisterial District to Sherill L. and
Maxine Smith.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve first reading of
the ordinance. The motion was carried by the following recorded
vote:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens.
None
Supervisor McGraw
~ Ordinance amendinq Ordinance 42391-14
reaÞoortioninq the reoresentation in the Board of
Suoervisors bv alterinq the boundaries of the
election districts and establishinq voting
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orecincts.
County Attorney Paul Mahoney explained that this
amendment included changes made by Governor Wilder after the
ordinance was approved. There are changes to the precincts and
boundaries, but no change to the people within the magisterial
district. Supervisor Eddy asked for copies of a map with the new
districts.
Supervisor Johnson announced he would not support this
action because felt the Bonsack area should be in the vinton
Magisterial District rather than the Hollins Magisterial
District.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve first reading of
the ordinance. The motion was carried by the following recorded
vote:
AYES:
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IN RE:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Nickens, McGraw.
Supervisor Johnson
APPOINTMENTS
.L. Clean Valley Council
Supervisor Robers nominated Supervisor Eddy to serve a
two-year term expiring June 30, 1993 as the Board liaison.
~ Fifth Planninq District commission
Supervisor McGraw nominated Supervisor Eddy to serve as
a member of the Executive Committee.
Supervisor Nickens nominated Charles Steve Garrett to a
three-year term which will expire June 30, 1994.
~ Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
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Supervisor Johnson nominated Richard Cox to a three-
year term which will expire June 30, 1994, representing the
Hollins Magisterial District.
Supervisor McGraw nominated Fenton W. Harrison, Jr. and
Michael Wathall to three year terms expiring June 30, 1994,
representing the Catawba Magisterial District.
IN RE:
CONSENT AGENDA
There was board consensus to remove Item 3 and that
this request be included in Roanoke County's legislative packet
and VML/VACo's legislative program, and that Frederick County be
informed of this action.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the Consent Agenda
with Item 3 removed. The motion was carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw.
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 51491-10 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:
1. that the certain section of the agenda of the Board
of Supervisors for May 14, 1991, 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
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through 7 inclusive, as follows:
1. Approval of Minutes - March 26, 1991, April 9,
1991, April 16, 1991.
2. Confirmation of Committee Appointments to the
Transportation and Safety Commission.
3. Resolution 3upportinq the repeal of the Dillon
Rule.
4. Acceptance of Lange Lane intõ the Virginia
Department of Transportation secondary System.
5. Acceptance of Meadow Road and Lakeland Drive into
the Virginia Department of Transportation
Secondary System.
6. Acceptance of water and sanitary sewer facilities
serving Queens Court, Sections 1 and 2
7. Resolution requesting Final Approval of Reservoir
Road by the Virginia Department of Transportation.
2. That the Clerk to the Board is hereby authorized
and directed where required by law to set forth upon any of said
items the separate vote tabulation for any such item pursuant to
this resolution.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson with Item 3 removed, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 51491-10.b REQUESTING ACCEPTANCE OF
LANGE LANE INTO THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION SECONDARY ROAD SYSTEM
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That this matter came this day to be heard upon the
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proceedings herein, and upon the application of Lange Lane, from
the intersection with Pleasant Hill Drive (state Route 1549) to
the cUl-de-sac, for a distance of 0.05 miles, to be accepted and
made a part of the Secondary System of State Highways under
Section 33.1-229 of the Virginia State Code.
2. That it appears to the Board that drainage easements
and a fifty (50) foot right-of-way for said road have heretofore
been dedicated by virtue of a certain map\maps known as Queens
Court Subdivision which map was recorded in Plat Book 10, Page
97, of the records of the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of
Roanoke County, Virginia, on September 22, 1987 and that by
reason of the recordation of said map no report from a Board of
Viewers, nor consent or donation of right-of-way from the
abutting property owners is necessary. The Board hereby
guarantees said right-of-way for drainage.
3. That said road known as Lange Lane and which is shown
on a certain sketch accompanying this Resolution, be, and the
same is hereby established as public road to become a part of the
State Secondary System of Highways in Roanoke County, only from
and after notification of official acceptance of said street or
highway by the Virginia Department of Transportation.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson to adopt resolution, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION 51491-10.c REQUESTING ACCEPTANCE OF GREEN
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MEADOW ROAD AND LAKELAND INTO THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION SECONDARY ROAD SYSTEM
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That this matter came this day to be heard upon the
proceedings herein, and upon the application of Green Meadow Road
approximately 0.13 miles from the intersection of Farmington
Drive to the new cul-de-sac for a distance of 0.02 miles, and
Lakeland Drive approximately 0.17 miles from the intersection of
Farmington Drive to the new cul-de-sac for a distance of 0.10
miles to be accepted and made a part of the secondary System of
State Highways under Section 33.1-229 of the Virginia State Code.
2. That it appears to the Board that drainage easements
and a fifty (50) foot right-of-way for said roads have heretofore
been dedicated by virtue of a certain map\maps known as Windemere
Subdivision which map was recorded in Plat Book 10, Page 169, of
the records of the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Roanoke
County, Virginia, on August 1, 1988 and that by reason of the
recordation of said map no report from a Board of Viewers, nor
consent or donation of right-of-way from the abutting property
owners is necessary. The Board hereby guarantees said right-of-
way for drainage.
3. That said roads known as Green Meadow Road and Lakeland
Drive which are shown on a certain sketch accompanying this
Resolution, be, and the same are hereby established as public
roads to become a part of the State Secondary System of Highways
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in Roanoke County, only from and after notification of official
acceptance of said street or highway by the Virginia Department
of Transportation.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson to adopt resolution, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 51491-10.e REQUESTING FINAL
APPROVAL OF RESERVOIR ROAD (STATE ROUTE 648)
BY THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That this matter came this day to be heard upon the
proceedings herein, regarding final approval for that portion of
Reservoir Road (State Route 648) which lies within the County of
Roanoke, said road being within the secondary highway system and
having been improved and funded pursuant to § 3 3 . 1-75. 1 of the
Code of Virginia (1950, as amended).
2. That this Board does guarantee unto the Commonwealth of
Virginia an unrestricted fifty-foot (50') right-of-way and
necessary easements for said portion of Reservoir Road,
heretofore acquired from the abutting property owners, the deeds
having been recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court
of Roanoke County.
3. That said road, known as Reservoir Road (State Route
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be, and the same is hereby, confirmed as a public road within the
state Secondary System of Highways in Roanoke County, upon
official final approval of said improved road by the Virginia
Department of Transportation.
On motion of Supervisor Johnson to adopt resolution, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Eddy, Robers, Johnson, Nickens, McGraw
NAYS: None
IN RE: REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
Suoervisor Eddv: (1) Asked about the County Code
Books. Mr. Mahoney advised that the books have been received and
asked direction from the Board on setting a fee to charge
citizens who wish to purchase them. There was board consensus
that he set the fee based on the cost of the books. (2) Asked
about a letter to Congressman Olin in support of increased
payments in lieu of taxes. Mr. Hodge will investigate and send a
letter if one has not been sent. (3) Asked about the Memorial
Day parade. (4) Invited the board members to his home on May 25
to meet his son who has returned from the Persian Gulf war. (5)
Asked whether the Board should be involved in the new management
structure and organizational changes. There was board consensus
that Mr. Hodge has the authority to make the changes.
suoervisor Nickens: (1) Asked the County Attorney to
investigate the legality of hiring a private firm to collect
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unpaid taxes. Mr. Mahoney will bring back a report on May 28,
and Mr. Hodge will begin the bid process to ascertain the costs.
(2) Asked that the staff establish an employee service award
program with better participation.
Suoervisor Johnson: (1) Noted that the majority of
citizens responding in the newspaper do not favo! tax increases.
(2) Advised he supported an employee bonus if there is a surplus
of funds at the end of the year. He asked Mr. Hodge to bring
back a report on this issue when the audit is presented.
Suoervisor Robers: (1) Asked for a report on privatization
of county services as soon as possible. (2) Announced that u.
S. Congressman Boucher has asked for $22 million for the Smart
Highway. He also updated the Board on other Smart Highway
action.
Suoervisor McGraw: (1) Announced that the VACo/VML Task
Force will meet soon. (2) Asked that the Board consider putting
the issue of county funding for the Hotel Roanoke on a bond issue
in the fall of 1991. He asked that this be included in the CIP
work session and planning session discussions.
IN RE: REPORTS
Supervisor Johnson moved to receive and file the
following reports. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
1. Board Contingency Fund
2. General Fund Unappropriated Balance
3. Implementation of a Customer Service Program in
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IN RE:
the Development Review Process.
ADJOURNMENT
At 7:15 p.m., Supervisor Nickens moved to adjourn. The
motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
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