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Roanoke County Board of Supervisors
Roanoke County Administration Center
3738 Brambleton Avenue, SW
Roanoke, Virginia 24018
December 13, 1988
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
only regularly scheduled meeting of the month of December, 1988.
IN RE:
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Garrett called the meeting to order at 3: 05
p.m. The roll call was taken.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chairman Lee Garrett, Vice Chairman Richard
Robers, Supervisors Bob L. Johnson, Steven
A. McGraw, Harry C. Nickens (arrived at
3 : 10 pm.)
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
STAFF PRESENT:
Elmer C. Hodge, County Administrator; John
M. Chambliss, Assistant County
Administrator for Human Services; John R.
Hubbard, Assistant County Administrator of
Community Services and Development; Don M.
Myers, Assistant County Administrator for
Management Services; Paul M. Mahoney,
County Attorney, Mary H. Allen, Deputy
Clerk;
IN RE:
OPENING CEREMONIES
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The invocation was given by the Reverend Sam Crews.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all present.
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IN RE:
PROCLAMATIONS, RESOLUTIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS
1. Resolution of Conaratulations to Dr. Carol Gilbert who
was named Outstandina ODerational Medical Director:
Supervisor Johnson moved to adopt the prepared
resolution that was presented to Dr. Gilbert. The motion was
seconded by Supervisor McGraw and carried by the following
voice vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
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2. Resolution of Conaratulations to Betsv Starnes for beina
named Miss Job's Dauahters for the State of Virainia.
Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the prepared resolution that
was presented to Betsy Starnes. The motion was seconded by Supervisor
Robers and carried by the following voice vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
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RESOLUTION 121388-2 OF CONGRATULATIONS TO BETSY
STARNES UPON BEING SELECTED AS MISS JOB'S
DAUGHTERS OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, Betsy Starnes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Starnes, has
been active in Job's Daughters, an organization associated with the
Masons, and is a former Honor Queen of Bethel 7; and
WHEREAS, on November 26, 1988, in Norfolk, Virginia, she was
honored by being selected from 44 contestants and 10 finalists from
throughout the state as Miss Job's Daughters of Virginia; and
WHEREAS, this honor recognizes her knowledge of the Job's
Daughters rituals, which strive to teach young women ages 11 and over
to become stronger indi viduals and stresses such attributes as
integrity.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, wishes to express its congratulations to
Miss Starnes for attaining this high honor in Job's Daughters; and
FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors expresses its pride to Miss
Starnes, a Junior at William Byrd High School, for this outstanding
achievement and wishes her continued success in her future endeavors.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens, seconded by Supervisor Robers
and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, McGraw, Nickens, Robers, Garrett
NAYS:
None
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3. Resolution of ADDreciation UDon the retirement of Wilev
McGuire
Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the prepared resolution
presented to Mr. McGuire.
The motion was seconded by Supervisor
Robers and carried by the following voice vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 121388-3 EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF I
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY TO
WILEY W. MCGUIRE FOR NINETEEN YEARS OF SERVICE TO
ROANOKE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Wiley W. McGuire was first employed in April, 1969,
as a Plumbing Inspector in the Building Inspections Department;
and
WHEREAS, Wiley W. McGuire has also served as the Assistant
Building Official, as of January 1, 1984, for the Department of
Construction Building Services.
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
WILEY W. MCGUIRE
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for nineteen years of capable, loyal and dedicated service to
Roanoke County.
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FURTHER, the Board of Supervisors does express its best
wishes for a happy, restful and productive retirement.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens, seconded by Supervisor
Robers and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, McGraw, Nickens, Robers, Garrett
NAY S :
None
4. Resolutions of ADDreciation to Dot Eller, Barbara J.
Fasnacht and Ken Bowen for contributions to their communitv.
Supervisor McGraw moved to to adopt the prepared resolutions
for presentation to Ms. Eller, Ms. Fasnacht and Mr. Bowen. The
motion was seconded by Supervisor Robers and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYE S :
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 121388-5 EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF
THE BOARD OF SUPERVI SORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY TO DOT
ELLER FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO HER
COMMUNITY
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors is indebted
to its citizens who offer their time, talent and energy through
many volunteer activities and desires that these efforts be
recognized in an appropriate manner; and
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WHEREAS, Dot Eller has been a driving force in the many
accomplishments of the Fort Lewis Civic League, and served with
distinction as President during 1987/88; and
WHEREAS, the Fort Lewis Civic League is composed of 370
members and does provide the community with services such as food
baskets for the needy, elderly and shut-ins, and has been
instrumental in improving the Andrew Lewis Place Subdivision
water lines, and the draining of the pond on Route 460; and
WHEREAS, the Fort Lewi s Ci vic League further provides
services to the community by participation in the Clean Valley
Council, adopting Route 11-460 as a cleanup project and providing
a $200 scholarship each year for a Glenvar High School senior.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors
of Roanoke County, Virginia, expresses its deep appreciation and
the appreciation of the citizens of Roanoke County to DOT
ELLER for her leadership and outstanding contributions to the
quality of life in her community, and Roanoke County.
On motion of Supervisor McGraw, seconded by Supervisor
Robers and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, McGraw, Nickens, Robers, Garrett
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 121388-4 EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF I
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY TO
BARBARA FASNACHT FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO
HER COMMUNITY
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WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors is indebted
to its citizens who offer their time, talent and energy through
many volunteer activities and desires that these efforts be
recognized in an appropriate manner; and
WHEREAS, Barbara Fasnacht served with distinction as
President of Cherokee Hills Homeowners Association for 1988/89,
having served one previous term as President; and
WHEREAS, under her leadership, the Cherokee Hills Homeowners
Association was instrumental in getting the roads in Cherokee
Hills Subdivision brought into the state secondary system, and
helped to reduce speeding in the neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, she provided a calm positive approach in efforts to
solve problems with the water system and the potential of a
future landfill site in the community, and because of her
concern, was appointed as a member of the Roanoke County Citizens
Landfill Advisory Council in July, 1988.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors
of Roanoke County, Virginia, expresses its deep appreciation and
the appreciation of the citizens of Roanoke County to BARBARA
FASNACHT for her leadership and outstanding contributions to
the quality of life in her community, and Roanoke County.
On motion of Supervisor McGraw, seconded by Supervisor
Robers and carried by the following recorded vote:
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AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, McGraw, Nickens, Robers, Garrett
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 121388-6 EXPRESSING THE APPRECIATION OF
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF ROANOKE COUNTY TO
KENNETH D. BOWEN FOR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO
HIS COMMUNITY
WHEREAS, the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors is indebted
to its citizens who offer their time, talent and energy through
many volunteer activities and desires that these efforts be
recognized in an appropriate manner; and
WHEREAS, Kenneth D. Bowen has served with distinction during
1985/86 and 1987/88 as President of Mason Cove Civic Club, Inc.;
and during 1986 as Vice President; and
WHEREAS, under his leadership, the Mason Cove Civic Club,
Inc. has been instrumental in revi ving the Neighborhood Watch
Program and helped the community deal in a professional manner
wi th such issues as the flooding in Masons Creek, the road
repairs on Bradshaw Road, the improvements to the Mason Cove
Elementary School and the potential of a future landfill site in
the community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bowen has also been active in youth athletics
and is serving his second term on the Roanoke County Parks &
Recreation Advisory Commission and was Vice-Chairman in 1987/88.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors
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of Roanoke County, Virginia, expresses its deep appreciation and
the appreciation of the citizens of Roanoke County to KENNETH
D. BOWEN for his leadership and outstanding contributions to
the quality of life in his community, and Roanoke County.
On motion of Supervisor McGraw, seconded by Supervisor
Robers and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
NAYS:
Supervisors Johnson, McGraw, Nickens, Robers, Garrett
None
IN RE
NEW BUSINESS
1. ReceiDt of 1987/88 Annual Audit.
Director of Finance, Diane Hyatt presented the report
of the annual audit and announced that the County will be able to
add $1,656,795 to its current fund balance. She advised that
this was the first year that proration of personal property tax
was in effect for the full year. Staff recommends that the Board
accept the audit for 1987-88 and that $1,656,795 be appropriated
to the Fund Balance.
Supervisor Garrett moved to approve the staff recommendation.
The motion was seconded by Supervisor Nickens and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
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2. Reauest from the Cave SDrina Rescue Sauad for
assistance in constructina a new rescue sauad buildina:
Fire and Re s cue Chief Tommy Fuqua presented the staff
report. He advised that the rescue squad is requesting county
assistance in constructing a two-story facility with 8,000 square
feet of space at a cost of $500,000 on county owned property at
the corner of Valley Forge and Brambleton. They are requesting
that the County appropriate $300,000 through a lease/purchase as
the County's share of the construction costs. The squad will
se 11 the current property and use the proceeds for construction
costs and would raise the balance of the cost of the project. An
agreement would be negotiated between the County and Cave Spring
Rescue Squad regarding the use of the County property and the
payment of project costs.
Following discussion, Supervisor Robers moved to approve the
request of the Cave Spring Rescue Squad. The motion was seconded
by Supervisor Nickens and approved by the following unanimous
recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
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3. Reauest for SUDDort for a Reaional Jail Work Farm.
Sheriff Michael Kavanaugh reported that he would like to
provide a jail annex for lower security prisoners and would like
for it to be a regional annex for surrounding localities from
several planning districts.
He recommended that the Virginia
Department of Corrections conduct a needs assessment survey. He
also recommended that this annex would be placed in Roanoke
County and under the supervision of the Roanoke County Sheriff.
County Administrator Elmer Hodge advised that he is
requesting support from the Board for the regional concept of a
work farm at this time.
The specifics of the plan will be
brought back to the Board.
Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the prepared resolution.
The motion was seconded by Supervisor McGraw and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 121388-9 OF SUPPORT FOR THE CONCEPT OF
A REGIONAL WORK FARM FOR NON-VIOLENT OFFENDERS
WHEREAS, there exists a need in the Roanoke Valley for
a productive use of non-violent offenders presently being housed
in the valley's jails; and
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WHEREAS, many non-violent offenders could be available to
serve the citizens in their localities as well pay their debt to
society; and this regional work farm could provide services to
the localities resulting in savings in jail operations, and also
give non-violent offenders the opportunity to perform productive
work for their community, and
WHEREAS, the Sheriff of Roanoke County has begun a study of
the feasibility of a work farm for nonviolent offenders, and the
Honorable Kenneth Trabue has expressed his support for a work
farm that would be regional in nature.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia supports the concept of a regional work
farm, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors
supports the continuation of the study being conducted by Sheriff
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participate in the study to determine the need for such a regional
facility.
On motion of Supervisor Nickens, seconded by Supervisor
McGraw, and upon the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
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4. AdoDtion of Amended EmDlovee Handbook:
Director of Human Resources Keith Cook reported that
the final draft of the employee handbook is now ready for
adoption. Changes requested at the November 22nd meeting have
been incorporated.
Supervisor Nickens moved to adopt the Employee Handbook
effecti ve January 1, 1989. The motion was seconded by Supervisor
McGraw and carried by a unanimous recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens and
Garrett
NAYS:
None
5. Reauest for amendment to EmDlovee Handbook to allow
mDensatorv time or overtime Dav for non-exemDt emDlovees.
Following discussion of this issue, Supervisor McGraw
moved to continue the item to January 24, 1989. The motion was
seconded by Supervisor Johnson. At that time, the staff will
present examples of compensatory time and overtime pay for a
variety of job position. The staff will also survey private and
public sectors on their policies concerning compensatory time and
overtime pay. The motion carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
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None
6. Reauest for acceDtance of Dlannina arant for Pinkard
Court.
Acting Planning Director Dale Castellow presented the
staff report. He advised that Roanoke COunty had been notified
on September 19, 1988 by the Virginia Department of Housing and
Community Development that they had been awarded a $9,000 grant
to fund specific advance planning activities for Pinkard Court.
This does not commit the County to going forward with a
construction grant but only funds for advance planning.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve acceptance of the grant.
The motion was seconded by Supervisor Robers and carried by the
following unanimous recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
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7 . Reauest from School Board for aDDroDriation for 2 + 2
proaram in automated manufacturina technoloav.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the $20,000 revenue and
related expenditures for this program. The motion was seconded
by Supervisor Johnson and carried by the following recorded vote:
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AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
8. Reauest for amendment to State Code reaardina
desianation of Clerk to the Board of SUDervisors.
Mr. Hodge reported that he is requesting Board support for
an amendment to the State Code that would allow Roanoke County to
appoint a Clerk to the Board of Supervisors other than the County
Administrator.
The State Code presently allows this only for
counties with populations of between 100,000 and 143,000. If
approved, this will become part of the the legislative package to
the General Assembly.
Supervisor Nickens moved to approve the staff recommendation.
The motion was seconded by Supervisor McGraw and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers,McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
~ AODroval of Rural Addition Prioritv Listina
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There was considerable discussion on this issue, and
the Board members did not feel ready to approve the listing.
They requested additional information and suggested that a work
session should be held for detailed discussion.
Supervisor Garrett moved that approval be delayed and that a
work session be set for February 14, 1989.
The motion was
seconded by Supervisor Nickens and carried by a unanimous
recorded vote:
AYE S :
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
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10. Reauest for action regardina court action on the
Deti tion of C. L. & 0 Investors for a rezonina from R-1 Residential
to B-1 Business.
County Attorney Paul Mahoney advised that on June 14,
1988, the Board of Supervisors voted to deny a petition to rezone
1. 7 acres of land located at the intersection of Route 419,
Cordell Drive and McVitty Road.
C. L. & O. Investors then filed
a motion for declaratory judgment challenging this denial. On
October 20, the Circuit Court found that the existing rezoning
was unreasonable and that the B-1 zoning is reasonable. Mr.
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property from R-1 to B-1 subject to the proffered conditions or
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may take no action. However, if no action is taken, a permanent
injunction will be effective enjoining the Board from preventing
the use of the property for B-1 use.
Roger Lorden, 4390 Sheldon Drive advised he had attended the
court hearing and felt the land should be developed in
conformance with the 419 Frontage Plan. He requested that the
Board challenge the judge's ruling.
Supervisor Nickens moved that the Board convey to the court
that they will comply and not make an appeal and that the costs
be covered from the court order. The motion was seconded by
Supervisor Garrett.
In response to a question from Supervisor Johnson, Mr.
Mahoney responded that Supervisor Nicken's motion would not
specifically include the proffered conditions. He suggested that
the Board approve the rezoning which would include the proffers.
Supervisor McGraw offered a substitute motion to rezone the
property with proffered conditions and cover the court costs.
The substitute motion was seconded by Supervisor Robers and
carried by the following unanimous recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Garrett
NAYS: Nickens
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IN RE:
REQUEST FOR WORK SESSIONS
Chairman Garrett advised that two work sessions have been
set.
One on January 10, 1989 on the Comprehensive Annual
Financial report and one on February 14, 1989 on the Rural
Addition Priority List.
IN RE:
APPOINTMENTS
1. ReDort on Court Service Unit Advisorv Council/Youth and
Familv Services Advisorv Board
Michael Lazzuri was present and requested that the Board of
Supervisors continue this committee.
He called a meeting of the
board and they recommended that it be continued.
Supervisor Nickens moved to continue the board and appoint
new members.
The motion was seconded by Supervisor McGraw and
carried by the following unanimous recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisor Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
Supervisor McGraw asked Mr. Lazzuri to report back with how
many current members are willing to continue to serve.
IN RE:
REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
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SUP E RV I S OR MCGRAW announ ced tha t the Gr ay s on
Commission's next meeting is January 7th and the report will be
complete by January 11.
He also requested that the County
Administrator investigate funding of the Regional Partnership,
including how much of the funding goes toward economic
development, and how much each participating locality funds
economic development in their individual budgets.
IN RE:
CONSENT AGENDA
Supervisor Nickens moved that the Consent Agenda be
approved with Items 8 and 10 removed for a separate vote. The
motion was seconded by Supervisor Johnson and carried by the
following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION NO. 121388-16 APPROVING AND CONCURRING
IN CERTAIN ITEMS SET FORTH ON THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS AGENDA FOR THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS
ITEM I - CONSENT AGENDA
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That that certain section of the agenda of the Board of
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Supervisors for December 13, 1988, designated as Item I - Consent
Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to each
item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1
through 10, inclusive, as follows:
1. Confirmation of appointments to the Mental Health
Services of the Roanoke Valley Board of Directors
2. Request for Bingo Permit from the Vinton Moose
Lodge.
3. Request for Bingo Permit from the Fort Lewis
Rescue Squad.
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Addition to VDOT Secondary System of 0.55 miles of I
Airpoint Drive/Airpoint Road.
5. Appropriation of funds for drug enforcement
activities
6. Approval of contract between Youth Haven II and
Virginia Department of Social Services.
7. Authorization to transfer Vinton Recreation Center
to Town of Vinton.
8. Reql:le8~- £or- B±n~o- Perm±~- £rom- ~ne- M008e- J:¡oel~e
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9. Authorization to amend the 1988 Holiday Schedule.
10. Reql:le8~- £rom- Mar±e- M±~ene3::3::- -eo- wa±"e- ~fte- wa~er
orel±nanee':"
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
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On motion of Supervisor Nickens with Items 8 and 10 removed
for discussion and a separate vote; seconded by Supervisor
Johnson and the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
Reauest for a Bingo Permit for the Moose Lodae 284:
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the Bingo Permit for the
Moose Lodge 284. The motion was seconded by Supervisor Nickens
and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Supervisor McGraw
Reauest from Marie Mitchell to waive the water
ordinance: Supervisor Robers expressed concern about making a
special exception for one person and not for others with similar
problems. Utility Director Clifford Craig advised that this was
a sincere hardship situation which could cost an elderly woman
$60,000.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve the waiver. The motion
was seconded by Supervisor Nickens and carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
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IN RE;
CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. Alfred Powell, 3440 Franklin Street spoke in support of
current method of selecting board of zoning appeal members by
circuit court rather than by the Board of Supervisors.
Supervisor Nickens moved to delete this request from the
General Assembly legislative package.
There was no second and
the motion died.
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IN RE:
REPORTS
Supervisor Johnson moved to receive and file the following
reports
with Item 4 removed for discussion.
The motion was
seconded by Supervisor Nickens and carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
1. Capital Fund Unappropriated Balance
2. General Fund Unappropriated Balance I
3. Board Contingency Fund
4. Status Report on Library Automation
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Supervisor Johnson moved to continue this item to New
Business on January 10, when there will be adequate opportunity
for discussion and input. The motion was seconded by Supervisor
McGraw.
Mr. Hodge advised that action on this item will only allow
the concept to go forward for the bid process. Assistant County
Administrator John Chambliss explained how the process will go
forward. The motion was unanimously defeated by a recorded vote.
Supervisor McGraw moved to allow the staff to continue its
st udy of a shared library automation system through the bidding
process without a financial commitment at this time. The motion
was seconded by Supervisor Robers. There was discussion on the
merits of going forward with the automated system versus a single
library system which could then be automated. The motion carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw,
NAYS: Supervisors Nickens, Garrett
5. Accounts Paid - November 1988
IN RE:
EXECUTIVE SESSION
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At 5: 45 p.m. Supervisor Garrett moved to go into Executive
Session pursuant to the Code of Virginia Section 2.1-344 (a) (1)
to discuss a personnel matter and (7) to discuss a legal matter,
consolidation. The motion was seconded by Supervisor McGraw and
carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
IN RE:
OPEN SESSION
Supervisor Garrett moved to return to Open Session at 6: 45
p.m. . The motion was seconded by Supervisor Johnson and carried
by the following recorded vote:
AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
IN RE:
RECESS
At 6:46 p.m., Chairman Garrett declared a 15 minute recess.
EVENING SESSION
IN RE:
RECONVENEMENT
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At 7: 03 p.m., Chairman Garrett reconvened the meeting. He
announced that an item had been added to be heard following
public hearings concerning a resoulution concurring in the
temporary closing of Starkey Road and Penn Forest Boulevard.
IN RE:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1288-1
Petition of Fekas Homes, Inc. to rezone a 3.75
acre tract from RE, Residential Estates to M-2,
Industrial, located at the northeast corner of the
intersection of 16th Street and Carlisle Avenue in
the Vinton Magisterial District (CONTINUED
WILL BE HEARD BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON
JANUARY 3. 1989)
1288-2
Petition of parkwav Meadows DeveloDers to vacate a
portion of State Route 116 right of way on the
south side of Jae Valley Road directly east of the
intersection of Jae Valley Road and Sterling Road
in the Vinton Magisterial District. (CONTINUED -
WILL BE HEARD BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON
JANUARY 3, 1989)
1288-3
Petition of Robert and patricia Crouse to rezone a
4.82 acre tract from B-1 Business to M-2,
Industrial to operate a trucking terminal, located
approximately 0.5 mile east of I-81 exit 39 (Dixie
Caverns on the south side of West Main Street
(Route 460) in the Catawba Magisterial District.
CONTINUED TO 1/24/88
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Petition of Radford and ComDanv Builders to rezone
a 0.6764 acre tract from R-3, Residential to B-2,
Business to construct a convenience store at the
northeast corner of Glen Heather Drive and
Electric road (Route 419) in the Windsor Hills
Magisterial District.
Planner Jon Hartley presented the staff report advising
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that this was a request to relocate the Hop In presently located
on Route 419 to the corner lot. The property is located in a
Core Land Use category. There are two access points, one from
Route 419 and one access to Glen Heather Drive. The primary
concern was the access on Glen Heather Drive. Several people
spoke in opposition at the Planning Commission. The Planning
Commission recommended approval with proffered conditions.
Ed Natt, attorney for the petitioner presented the
plans the petitioner had for the property. The present building
will continue to be used as a pizza delivery and a small pet shop.
He described the plans for the gasoline storage tanks and the
entrance and egress plans for the project.
The following citizens spoke concerning the proposed
rezoning:
1. Bob Caudle, 4410 Chesterton Street S. W. in support
because of the better access and improved appearance.
2. Mabel Smith. 4502 Wyndale Avenue opposed because of the
new access on Glen Heather Drive and the possibility of
apartments in the future.
3. Lewis McNeace, 4522 Wyndale Avenue, opposed to the
entrance on Glen Heather Drive.
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provided Radford will donate easement across his property and
will work with adjacent property owners.
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Supervi sor Johnson
moved to approve the petition with
proffered conditions.
The mot ion was seconded by Supervisor
Nickens and carried by the following recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
FINAL ORDER
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED that the aforementioned parcel
of land which is contained in the Roanoke County Tax Maps as
Parcel 76/-7-02-52 and recorded in Deed Book
and legally
described below, be rezoned from R-3 District to B-2 District
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this order be
transmitted to the Secretary of the Planning Commission and that
he be directed to reflect that change on the official zoning map
of Roanoke County.
O. 676 acre parcel of land, generally located on
the northeast corner of Glen Heather Drive and
Route 419 in the Windsor Hills Magisterial
District.
PROFFER OF CONDITIONS
1. Property will be developed in substantial conformity
with the site plan dated November 3, 1988.
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2. The property will only be used as a convenience store
with gasoline pumps.
3. There will be a maximum of four multigrade gasoline
pumps placed on the property.
Buffhide tanks or equivalent will
be utilized with a computerized monitoring system.
4. Signage not to exceed 30 sq. ft. nor shall there be
any green bunnies on the signage, billboards, temporary and
portable signs will not be permitted.
5. All lighting will be directed away from adjoining
residential properties with lights not to exceed 16 feet in
height.
1288-5
Peti tion of Robert Hale to rezone a 0.844 acre
tract from B-2 Business to B-3 Business to
construct a motor vehicle service center located
approximately 300 feet south of 1-81 exit 43
(Hollins) on the east side of Plantation Road
(Route 115) in the Hollins Magisterial District.
Jon Hart ley presented the staff report.
He reported that
the service center will consist of four service bays.
There were
no significant impact factors.
The proffers have limited the
type of work to be performed. The
Planning
Commission
recommended approval by a unanimous vote.
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Ray Robrecht, attorney for the petitioner presented his
report. He advised that the business will employ five people and
the peti tioner will have a buffer that will be R-3 residential
which will address the neighborhood concern.
Mr. Robrecht advised that they were not, at the present
time, planning to sell gasoline. Supervisor Johnson advised that
this is an old dump site and asked that buffhide tanks and a
moni toring system be installed to avoid future leakage. Mr.
Hartley responded that as of January 1989 the EPA will require a
monitoring system and special tanks. Following discussion,
Supervisor Johnson directed the staff to prepare an ordinance on
inground storage of gasoline tanks by February 1989.
Supervisor Johnson moved to grant the petition. The motion
was seconded by Supervisor Robers and carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
NAYS:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
None
FINAL ORDER
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED that the aforementioned parcel
of land which is contained in the Roanoke County Tax Maps as
Parcel and recorded in Deed Book and legally described below,
be rezoned from B-2 District to B-3 District
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BE
IT FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this order be
transmitted to the Secretary of the Planning Commission and that
he be directed to reflect that change on the official zoning map
of Roanoke County.
~EGINNING at a point along the easterly right-of-way line
of Plantation Road (Virginia Route 115) and being a common
corner with the southwest corner of McDonals Corporation
Property, as recorded in Deed Book 1292, Page 1054 in the
Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Roanoke County,
and said corner being 409.98 feet south of the southeast
intersections of Plantation Road with Interstate 1-81;
thence leaving Plantation Road and with McDonalds Corporatio I
in a northeasterly direction, N 65° 00' 10" E, 185.34 feet
to a point and said point being along the westerly side
of New Parcel "C" (1.141 ac.), property of Willi lam C. Hale
and Eunice G. Hale and Robert O. Hale and Pauline A. Hale:
thence S 20° 34' 15" E, 187.49 feet to a point and said
point being along the northerly side of property of Carl
Slate and Carol A. Hughes Slate; thence with Slate in a
southwesterly direction, S 65° 00' 10" W, 201.48 feet to
a point on the easterly right-of-way line of Plantation
Road: thence with Plantation Road in a northerly direction,
N 18° 28' 00" W, 137.47 feet to a point; thence N 8° 26'
24" W, 52.33 feet to the place of BEGINNING and containing
0.844 acres, as more particularly shown on plat as recorded
in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Roanoke County
in Deed Book 1242, Page 1518.
PROFFER OF CONDITIONS
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Si te will be developed in substantial
conformity with I
concept plan.
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2. Facility will not be used for vehicle painting,
upholstering, major repairing, rebuilding, reconditioning, body
and fender work or repairing or overhauling of trucks exceeding
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10,000 Ibs. gross weight.
3. There will be no overnight outside parking of inoperative or
junk vehicles.
4. Petitioner will install and maintain Type D screening as
recommended by County staff.
5. Petitioner will install outside lighting in accordance with
recommendations and approval of County staff.
6. Total signage will not exceed 180 sq. ft. No temporary or
portable signs or billboards shall be permitted on the property.
IN RE:
NEW BUSINESS ADDITION
1. Resolution concurrina in the temDorarv closina of
St arkev Road ( State Route 904) and Penn Forest Boulevard (State
Route 897) for a construction uro-;ect bv the Va. Deoartment of
TransDortation.
Mr. Mahoney reported that the Virginia Department of
Transportation needed a resolution concurring with the temporary
I closing of Starkey Road in order to go forward with the
construction project.
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Supervisor Robers moved to adopt the resolution.
The mot ion
was seconded by Supervisor Nickens and carried by the following
recorded vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Johnson, Robers, McGraw, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION 121388-20 CONCURRING IN
CLOSING OF STARKEY ROAD (STATE ROUTE
FOREST BOULEVARD (STATE ROUTE
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT BY THE VIRGINIA
TRANSPORTATION
THE TEMPORARY
904) AND PENN
897) FOR A
DEPARTMENT OF
WHEREAS, Starkey Road (State Route 904) Project No. 0904-
080 -215 -C5 0 1 is proposed to be constructed by the Virginia
Department of Transportation from its intersection with Penn
Forest Boulevard (State Route 897) to its intersection with
Elecric Road (State Route 419); and
WHEREAS, Penn Forest Boulevard ( State Route 897) is proposed
to be constructed as a part of the same project by the Virginia
Department of Transportation from its intersection with Starkey
Road (State Route 904) to its intersection with Chaparral Drive
(State Route 800); and
WHEREAS, Starkey Road provides an urban highway link to
commercial properties in Roanoke County.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of
Roanoke County, Virginia, as follows:
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1. That said Board does hereby concur in the closing of the
following routes as a result of Project No. 0904-080-215-C501 by
the Virginia Department of Transportation for a period of
approximately 30 days each:
Starkey Road (State Route 904) from the
intersection of Penn Forest (State Route 897) top
the intersection of Electric Road (Route 419)
Penn Forest Boulevard (Route 897) from the
intersection of Starkey Road (State Route 904) to
the intersection of Chaparral Drive (State Route
800) .
2. That the Deputy Clerk of the Board is hereby directed
to deliver a certified copy of this resolution to the Virginia
Department of Transportation.
IN RE:
FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES
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an eiaht
exchanae
Ordinance authorizina the acauisition of an interest in
acre tract known as the North Clear Zone orODertv in
for the convevance to the Roanoke Regional AirDort
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Commission of a reversionarv clause in the eiaht acre tract known
as the Ida Mae Holland Tract.
Supervisor Johnson moved to approve first reading. The
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motion was secondèd' by Supervisor, N:Lckens: and carried by the
following recorded vote:
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AYES: Supervisors Johnson, Robers, Nickens, Garrett
NAYS: None
ABSTAIN: Supervisor McGraw
IN RE:
OTHER BUSINESS
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Mr. Hodge requested that Chairman Garrett write a letter to
Roanoke City Mayor Taylor requesting that the stop light at the
Valleypointe intersection be grandfathered from the new ordinance
requiring special emergency timing.
He advised that the request
has already been made of administrative staff.
Supervisor Robers
directed staff to contact the School
Board committee working on school transportation and cafeteria
services
for a full report on costs and comparison with bidding
outside.
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ADJOURNMENT
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At 8:50 p.m., Chairman Garrett declared the meeting
adjourned.
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