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Roanoke County Board of Supervisors
Roanoke County Administration Center
3738 Brambleton Avenue, SW
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
April 12, 1988
The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
Co nty, Virginia, met this day at the Roanoke County
Ad inistration Center, this being the first Tuesday, and the
fi st regularly scheduled meeting of the month of April, 1988.
IN REi
BUDGET WORK SESSION
Chairman Garrett opened the work session at 2 p.m.
Co nty Administrator Elmer Hodge outlined the proposed budget for
fi cal year 1988/89. Included in the budget is the revenue from
th proposed meals tax. He also estimates a savings of $50,000
fr m combining procurement and $200,000 from combining buildings
an grounds with the school system on July 1, 1988.
Supervisor Robers asked for a timetable on combining
ot er services with the schools such as personnel and finance.
Su ervisor Johnson expressed concern about the layoff of school
pe sonnel. He also did not want the elementary art program cut
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from the school budget. In response to a question from
Supervisor Garrett, Mr. Hodge advised that he did not know w re
he would make the cuts if the proposed meals tax did not pass,
but would probably divide the cuts in half between the schools
and County. School Superintendent Bayes Wilson was present a
advised that future combination of services and contracting 0
outside firms would take substantial time to study. He and M
Hodge will continue to study the feasibility of these changes.
Supervisor McGraw advised that if the 1.5 million
dollars from the proposed meals tax did not pass, he would
recommend raising the real estate or personal property tax ra
He was not prepared to approve the present tax rates until th
meals tax passed. In response to a question from Supervisor
Johnson, County Attorney Paul Mahoney advised that the Board
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could not waive the second reading of the meals tax because t re
was time for two reading prior to July 1.
Supervisor Garrett asked Supervisors Nickens and Ro rs
to meet with members of the School Board to continue discussi s
on consolidation of services and outside contracting of servi s.
Supervisor Johnson moved to set another work sessi
for April 20, 1988 at 2 p.m. The motion was seconded by
Supervisor McGraw and carried by a unanimous voice vote.
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CALL TO ORDER
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Chairman Garrett called the meeting to order at 3:10
The roll call was taken.
Chairman Lee Garrett, Vice Chairman Richard
Robers, Supervisors Bob L. Johnson, Steven
A. McGraw, Harry C. Nickens
M BERS PRESENT:
M BERS ABSENT:
None
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Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; John
M. Chambliss, Assistant County
Administrator for Human Services; John R.
Hubbard, Assistant County Administrator for
Community Services and Development; Paul M.
Mahoney, County Attorney, Mary H. Allen,
Deputy Clerk; Gardner Smith, Director of
General Services, Reta Busher, Director of
Management and Budget; Diane Hyatt,
Director of Finance.
OPENING CEREMONIES
The invocation was given by the Reverend William
Ei her, poages Mill Church of the Brethren. The Pledge of
Al egiance was recited by all present.
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PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND AWARD
1. Proclamation declarina May 1, 1988 as Law Dav in
Ro noke Count Chairman Garrett read a proclamation declaring
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May 1, 1988 as Law Day, U. S. A. Supervisor Nickens moved to
approve the proclamation. The motion was seconded by Supervis r
Johnson and carried by a unanimous voice vote.
2. Resolution of ADDreciation to William Board,
Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce: Chairman Garrett
advised the resolution would be presented to Mr. Board at a
meeting in his honor.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the prepared
resolution. The motion was seconded by Supervisor McGraw and
carried by a unanimous voice vote.
RESOLUTION 41288-1 OF APPRECIATION TO WILLIAM S. BOA
UPON HIS RETIREMENT AS EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
OF THE SALEM/ROANOKE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roano
County, Virginia, as follows:
WHEREAS, William S. Board has served with distincti
as Executive Vice President of the Salem/Roanoke County Chamb
of Commerce since 1972; and
WHEREAS, during that time, he has played a prominen
role in the economic development of the entire valley in his
capacity with the Chamber of Commerce and as Vice President 0
the Regional Partnership of Roanoke Valley; and
WHEREAS, in 1980-81, he was President of the Virgin'
Association of Chambers of Commerce Executives; and
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WHEREAS, he is a member of the Board of Deacons of
Sa ern Baptist Church and has shown his concern for the welfare of
th citizens of the valley by becoming involved with the ministry
at the Roanoke County/Salem Jail; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Board has promoted the Roanoke Valley in
ev ry possible way for sixteen years and has served the citizens
of the valley in a unique and special way.
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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors
of Roanoke County, Virginia, wishes to express its deepest
ap reciation and the appreciation of its citizens to william S.
Bo rd for his many years of capable, loyal and dedicated service
to the citizens of the Roanoke Valley; and
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors does express its best
wi hes for a happy, restful and productive retirement.
3. Presentation of the Virainia Flaa flown over the State
Ca ital: Delegate Steven Agee presented to County Treasurer
Al red Anderson and Board Chairman Lee Garrett, the Virginia flag
th t flew over the State Capital on March 30, 1988 the 150th
bi thday of Roanoke County. The flag will be buried in the time
ca sule on December 11, 1988.
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NEW BUSINESS
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1. Authorization to aDDlv for funds under the
Virainia Shelter Grants Proaram for TRUST, Inc.: Elizabeth
Parcell, Planning Department advised that the Roanoke Valley
Trouble Center has requested assistance from Roanoke County i
applying for a grant of $8,450 from the Virginia Shelter Gran s
Program-III for expansion and improvements to the existing
facility located on Elm Avenue S. W. Ms. Parcell introduced
Stuart Israel Executive Director of TRUST who was present at
meeting. In response to a question from Supervisor JOhnson,
Israel stated that he would be competing with other shelters
the valley for the grant money.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the prepared
resolution. The motion was seconded by Supervisor McGraw, and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, RObers, McGraw, Nickens, Garret
NAYS:
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RESOLUTION 41288-2 AUTHORIZING ROANOKE COUNTY TO
APPLY FOR AND ACCEPT A GRANT UNDER THE VIRGINIA
SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM - III.
BE I T RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Ro noke
County, Virginia, as follows:
WHEREAS, the Commonwealth of Virginia, Departme of
Housing and Community Development has issued a notice of fu
availability and has requested proposals under the VIR NIA
SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM - III;
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WHEREAS, assistance is needed to adequately address the
sh Iter needs of homeless persons in the County of Roanoke; and
WHEREAS, an application for a grant has been prepared;
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WHEREAS, Mr. Elmer C. Hodge, Jr., County Administrator,
ca act on behalf of the County of Roanoke and will sign all
essary documents required to complete the grant transaction;
WHEREAS, a one-for-one local match of grant funds, as
ired under the program, will be provided in at least the
$8,450.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of
ervisors of Roanoke County hereby authorizes the County
inistrator to apply for and accept the grant in the amount of
450 and enter into a Grant Agreement with the Department of
sing and Community Development and perform any and all
ponsibilities in relation to such Agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the County of Roanoke
ag ees to provide a sub-grant to TRUST - The Roanoke Valley
Center, Inc. to operate the funded project and agrees to
and oversee their activities as prescribed by the State.
2. Request for approval to purchase Clearbrook Water
S Director of Utilities Clifford Craig reported that the
arbrook water system is now complete and connections are being
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made. This water system was constructed by the Clearbrook Water
Association. The Farmers Horne Administration provided a
grant and a loan for $ 61,100 for construction costs.
County provided $131,000 for the water lines. Last mon the
Farmers Horne Administration made an offer to Clearbrook Water
System to buyout the water system at a discount. The Clea brook
Water System offered to the County the opportunity to b the
system at the discounted rate. The County offered to b the
water system if the users would pay a $10.00 surcharge six
year which would be used to pay back the loan. Farmers
not sure whether their deadline to complete the project wa
It will be necessary to move the Farmers Horne deadline fou days
to March 10 so they can accept the system noke
County to buy the system. Staff recommends that Roanoke
purchase the Clearbrook Water System at a cost of $40,000
Farmers Horne is willing to move the deadline.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the
recommendation. The motion was seconded by Supervisor M raw,
and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
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3. Re uest for matchin funds for Old Farm Roa and
Peach Tree Circle for road imDrovements: -Directo of
Engineering Phillip Henry reported that $500,000 of the 1985 bond
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erendum was set aside for matching funds to improve County
Four projects were included in this - LaBellevue
Cynthia Drive, Old Farm Road and Peach Tree Circle,
Ft. Lewis Village. These streets were included because of a
ordation date which would not allow them to be improved with
ma ching funds. $100,000 was to be used for streets which did
no meet the date criteria established by the Code of Virginia
fo matching funds. Roanoke County requested that the Code of
Vi ginia be revised to change this date from January 1, 1976 to
Ju y 1, 1978. This change was approved and Old Farm Road and
Pe ch Tree Circle can now be improved using matching funds.
St ff recommends that the Board request that the Va. Department
of Transportation provide a matching fund allocation to upgrade
th roads.
Supervisor Robers moved to approve the prepared
re olution. The motion was seconded by Supervisor Nickens, and
ca ried by the following recorded vote:
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Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
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RESOLUTION 41288-4 REQUESTING SPECIAL FUND
ALLOCATION BY VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO
IMPROVE OLD FARM ROAD AND PEACH TREE
CIRCLE (WALTDON FARM SUBDIVISION)
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
Co nty, Virginia, as follows:
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That this matter carne this day to be heard up n the
application
of Roanoke County for improving Old Farm Ro d and
Peach Tree Circle to Secondary Road Standards.
2. That in accordance with Section 33.1-75.1 of th Code
of Virginia, as amended, State matching allocation is av . lable
to improve, maintain, construct, or reconstruct State hi hways
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3. Roanoke County has previously approved improveme ts to
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Bond Funds and now wishes to utilize Special Fund Allocati
improve these two roadways.
4. That Roanoke County and the Virginia Departme~ t
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the funds be appropriated and allocated for the local sha e
this project and be made available to the Virginia Departme It
Transportation at the appropriate time.
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5. That the Virginia Department of Transportation an the
Commonweal th Transportation Board is hereby requested to I make
available an equivalent matching allocation in the amou t of
$25,000 for the improvements of Old Farm Road and Peach Tree
Circle, effective July 1, 1988.
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be necessary to accomplish this project, upon form as approved by
County Attorney.
4. AdoDtion of a Vehicle Utilization Policy:
As istant County Administrator John Chambliss reported that the
nty Administrator appointed a committee to review the
entory of County-owned vehicles, including those being driven
e overnight, and to recommend a policy to be established
co cerning the assignment of County owned vehicles. There are
36 vehicles non-specialized vehicles and only 24 of those are
us d overnight. The committee has prepared a policy for general
us of vehicles and established criteria for assignment and
rnight use of vehicles.
Following discussion of the policy, the Board continued
th s issue and requested that the minimum mileage be set at
15 000 non-commuting miles per year instead of 5,000 miles, and
th t the listing of vehicles should be submitted on January 1 of
ea h year rather than June 1. They also requested a list showing
ho many vehicles were driven 5,000, 10,000 and 15,000 miles.
Th pOlicy will be amended and brought back to the Board on April
26 1988.
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Re uest for Public Hearin
on the Fisca
1988-89 Budaet:
The public hearing was set for April 26
at 7 p.m.
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REQUESTS FOR WORK SESSIONS
Year
1988
A budget work session was set for April 22, 198 at 2
p.m.
IN RE:
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
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Ordinance authorizin
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ri hts on a roximatel
near Virainia State Route 603 in Roanoke Countv:
Attorney Paul Mahoney advised that on December 23, 1986,
County entered into an agreement for the purchase of 61
property which is part of the Spring Hollow Reservoir
The seller reserved the right to harvest timber on the
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for two years from that date.
The sellers sold the timber 'ghts
to Turman Sawmill on December 31, 1986 and Timber Sawrnil
plans to harvest the 61 acres which will cause excessive e
of the property and eliminate the protection provided t
reservoir drainage area.
The County now wishes to purchas
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ti ber rights. The second reading will be April 26, 1988. No
on was present to speak on this ordinance.
Supervisor Nickens moved first reading of the ordinance.
The motion was seconded by Supervisor Robers, and carried by
th following recorded vote:
AY S:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
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IN RE:
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES
1.
Ordinance authorizina the acauisition and
roximatel 3.0-3.5 acres of
located at
of State Route 648 and 1905 within the Hollins
ment Pro'ect for the develo ment of a ublic
Mr. Mahoney advised this is the second reading of an
or inance authorizing the acquisition of property for park use as
pa t of the Hollins project. No citizen was present to speak to
th s ordinance.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the ordinance. The
mo ion was seconded by Supervisor Nickens, and carried by the
fo lowing recorded vote:
AY S:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
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ORDINANCE 41288-5 AUTHORIZING THE
ACQUISITION AND ACCEPTANCE OF
APPROXIMATELY 3.0 TO 3.5 ACRES OF REAL
PROPERTY LOCATED IN ROANOKE COUNTY AT
THE INTERSECTION OF STATE ROUTES 648
AND 1905 (WITHIN THE HOLLINS COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT) FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF PUBLIC PARK
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.04 of
the Charter of Roanoke County, a first reading concerning the
acquisition and acceptance of the hereinafter-described real
estate was held on March 22, 1988. A second reading on this
matter was held on April 12, 1988; and
WHEREAS, this real estate consists of approximately .0 I
to 3.5 acres located in Roanoke County at the intersection of
State Routes 648 and 1905 (within the Hollins Community Devel
ment Project) and more particularly designated as Roanoke Cou y
Tax Map No. 27.08-2-10.
sors of Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supe i-
1. That the conveyance of approximately 3.0 to 3.5
acres of real estate located in Roanoke County at the interse
tion of State Routes 648 and 1905 (within the Hollins Communit
Development Project) and more particularly designated as Roan e
County Tax Map No. 27.08-2-10 from Esther B. Sadler, Robert T.
Sadler, and Grace A. Sadler to the Board of Supervisors of Ro
noke County for the development of a public park as part of t
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Ho lins Community Development Project be, and hereby is, accep-
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2. That the Hollins Community Development Project bud-
ge includes the funds to acquire the property, said purchase
pr ce being $9,000.00; and
3. That the County Administrator is authorized to exe-
cu e such documents and take such actions on behalf of Roanoke
Co nty as are necessary to accomplish the acquisition and accep-
ta ce of this property, all of which shall be upon form approved
by the County Attorney.
IN RE:
APPOINTMENTS TO COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS
Court Service Unit Advisorv Council/Youth and Familv
Se vices Advisor Board: Supervisor McGraw nominated Gerald
Cu tiss and Roger Smith, representing the Catawba Magisterial
Di trict, to another two-year term which will expire March 22,
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Supervisor Nickens reported he was advised by a members
of this committee that the committee has not met in the last year.
He suggested that the committee be disbanded subject to review by
Co nty Attorney Paul Mahoney for legal requirements for the
co mittee. He also requested that the committee be referred to
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the Sheriff for possible activity in the Court or juvenile
system.
Parks and Recreation Advisorv Commission: Superviso
Johnson nominated Alice Gillespie to fill the unexpired three-
year term of William Pyles representing the Hollins Magisteria
District. The term will expire June 30, 1989.
Leaaue of Older Americans Advisorv Board: Superviso
Robers nominated Webb Johnson to another one-year term which w 11
expire March 31, 1989.
IN RE:
REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
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Supervisor Johnson advised that the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission had received the last $2.2 million from the
federal government and this completes the federal government
commitment.
Supervisor Robers reported that he attended the Sesq .
Sunday service with Dr. Norman Vincent Peale as speaker.
Supervisor Robers referred to the County Administrator an arti e
on Dr. Wade Gilley from George Mason University and recommende
that the County get in touch with him.
Supervisor Nickens asked when the Board would receive a
report on enforcement of the vehicle decal fee. Commissioner 0
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fo those attending schools to have decals affixed to their
ve icles showing they attend County schools, and are going have
tw college students canvas apartment complexes and subdivisions
fo county decals during the summer.
Supervisor McGraw advised he had met recently with the
VA 0 Personnel Committee.
IN RE:
CONSENT AGENDA
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the Consent Agenda.
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RESOLUTION NO. 41288-6 APPROVING AND
CONCURRING IN CERTAIN ITEMS SET FORTH
ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA
FOR THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM K -
CONSENT AGENDA
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BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
Co nty, Virginia, as follows:
1. That that certain section of the agenda of the
Bo rd of Supervisors for April 12, 1988, designated as Item K -
Co sent Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to
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th ough 5, inclusive, as follows:
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Minutes of Meetings, - January 26, 1988, Februa
29, 1988, March 8, 1988, March 15, 1988.
2. Approval of Resolution ratifying the interest ra es
for the $3,985,000 General Obligation School Bon s.
3. Acceptance of water and sewer facilities serving
Waterfall Lake, Section 2.
4. Acceptance of water and sewer facilities serving
Woodbridge Section 9.
5. Approval of a Raffle Permit for North Cross Scho 1.
2. That the Clerk to the Board is hereby authorized
and directed where required by law to set forth upon any of sa d
items the separate vote tabulation for any such item pursuant
this resolution.
On motion of Supervisor JOhnson, seconded by Supervi
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AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garret
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IN RE:
REPORTS
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The following reports were received and filed:
1. Unappropriated Balance of the Capital Fund.
2. Unappropriated Balance of the General Fund.
3 . Reserve for the Board Contingency Fund I
4 . Accounts paid for the month of March 1988.
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RECESS
At 5:10 p.m., Chairman Garrett declared a dinner
re esse
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EVENING SESSION
At 7:03 p.m., Chairman Garrett reconvened the meeting.
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County Administrator Elmer Hodge outlined the budget to
se present. He explained that the actual budget will not be
roved at this meeting. These public hearings will give the
ci izens an opportunity to speak. Following the public hearings,
board will approve the tax rates for 1988-89 fiscal year.
IN RE:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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Public Hearing for citizen comment
on increase of real estate
assessment and to set the Real
Estate Tax Rate of not more than
$1.15 per $100 assessed valuation
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The following citizens spoke concerning
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1. Gerri Rorer, a County citizen and Vice Chairman f
the Roanoke County Employee Advisory Committee asked that Cou y
employees be treated equally to employees of the County School
and that they receive the same salary increases.
2. Dot Eller, Chairman of the Fort Lewis Civic Lea e,
3611 McDaniel Drive, Salem, opposing the state mandates for
school funding.
Supervisor Robers moved to set the real estate tax te
at $1.15 per $100 dollars of assessed valuation. The motion s
seconded by Supervisor Garrett, and carried by the following
recorded vote:
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Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garret
NAYS:
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RESOLUTION 41288-7 SETTING THE TAX RATE
ON REAL ESTATE SITUATE IN ROANOKE COUNTY
FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1988
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roano
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County, Virginia, that the levy for the twelve-month period b in-
ning January 1, 1988, and ending December 31, 1988, be, and e-
by is, set for a tax rate of $1.15 per one hundred dollars 0
assessed valuation on all classes of taxable real estate and
mobile homes as classified by Sections 58.1-3200, 58.2-3201,
58.1-3506 B. of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, situat in
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Public Hearing for citizen comment to
set the Personal ProDertv Tax Rate at not
more than $3.50 Der $100 assessed
valuation:
No citizens were present to speak on this issue.
Supervisor Johnson moved to set the Personal Property
Ta rate at $3.50 per $100 assessed valuation. The motion was
McGraw, and carried by the following
Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
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Public Hearing for citizen comment to
set the Machinerv and Tools Tax Rate at
not more than $3.00 per $100 assessed
valuation
No citizens were present to speak on this item.
Supervisor McGraw moved to set the Machinery and Tools
Ta Rate at $3.00 per $100 assessed valuation. The motion was
se onded by Supervisor Johnson, and carried by the following
re orded vote:
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RESOLUTION 41288-8 SETTING THE TAX LEVY ON ALL
OF PERSONAL PROPERTY SITUATE IN ROANOKE COUNTY
CALENDAR YEAR 1988
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roano
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That the levy for the twelve-month period begin
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January 1, 1988, and ending December 31, 1988, be, and hereby s,
set for a tax rate of $3.50 per one hundred dollars of assess
valuation on all taxable, tangible personal property, excludi
all those classes of household goods and personal effects as
defined in Sections 58.1-3504 and 58.1-3505 of the Code of
Virginia, as amended, but including the property separately
classified by Sections 58.1-3500, 58.1-3501, 58.1-3502, 58.1-
3503, and 58.1-3506 in the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended,
located in this County on January 1, 1988, and tangible perso 1
property including the property separately classified by Sect'
58.1-3500, 58.1-3501, 58.1-3502, 58.1-3503, and 58.1-3506 in
1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, of public service corporat'
based upon the assessed value thereof fixed by the State
Corporation Commission and duly certified.
2. That there be, and there hereby is, established s
a separate class of personal property in Roanoke County those
items of personal property set forth in Sections 58.1-3507 of he
1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, and generally designated as
machinery and tools.
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3. That the levy for the twelve-month period beginning
Ja uary 1, 1988, and ending December 31, 1988, be, and hereby is,
se for a tax rate of $3.00 per one hundred dollars of assessed
va uation on all taxable, tangible personal property as herein
es ablished as a separate classification for tax purposes and as
mo e fully defined by Sections 58.1-3507 of the 1950 Code of
vi ginia, as amended, and generally designated as machinery and
to ls.
48 -4
Public Hearing for citizen comment on
Ordinance amending the Roanoke County
Code, Taxation, by the addition of a new
article VIII, Tax on PreDared Food and
Beveraaes, imposing a tax on certain food
and beverages sold in the County of
Roanoke.
County Administrator outlined the planned uses for the
pr posed revenue from the meals tax. He advised that it is
es imated that $1.5 million will be generated. Of this, $1
mi lion is earmarked for schools, and $.5 million will be used by
th County.
The following citizens spoke in support of this
pr ordinance and indicated they desired that the revenue be
us d for the school budget.
1. Becky Deaton, 3031 Fleetwood Avenue, President of
th Roanoke County Education Association.
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2. Irwin McDonald, 5021 Crossbow Circle, representi g
Penn Forest Elementary School.
3. Keith Bartgis, 2222 Cantle Lane, S. W., Presiden
of the Oak Grove Elementary School PTA
4 . Becky Arrington, 2839 Woodthrush Drive, S. W.
5. Winkie Bright, 3527 Old Towne Road, S. W.
6. Rita K. Watson, 6628 Wendover Road, N. W.
The following citizens spoke in opposition to the
proposed meals tax ordinance:
1. David A. Whitt, 4721 West River Road, Salem
2. Alfred Powell, 3440 Franklin Street, Salem
Staff recommended that first and second reading be
scheduled for the proposed ordinance on April 26, 1988 and May
10, 1988.
Supervisor Johnson moved to proceed with first and
second reading of the ordinance. The motion was seconded by
Supervisor Garrett, and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
IN RE:
ADJOURNMENT
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At 8:03 p.m., Chairman Garrett adjourned the meeting to
Ap il 20, 1988 at 2 p.m. for the purpose of a budget work
se sion.
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Lee Garrett, Chairman