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Roanoke County Board of Supervisors
Roanoke County Administration Center
3738 Brambleton Avenue, S. w.
Roanoke, VA 24015
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April 24, 1984
The Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia,
met this day at the Roanoke County Administration Center,
Roanoke, Virginia, this being the fourth Tuesday and the second
regular meeting of the month of April, 1984.
IN RE: CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Nickens called the meeting to order at 3:02
p.m. The roll call was taken:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Harry C. Nickens; Vice Chairman Athena
E. Burton; Supervisors Alan H. Brittle; Steven
A. McGraw, Gary J. Minter
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MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
IN RE: WORK SESSIONS
Funding Priorities - Secondary Roads, Six-Year Plan
Superintendent of the Department of Public Facilities, John
Hubbard, explained that there were no changes in the present
plan established in October, 1983, for secondary highway
construction. The Board felt it was not necessary to make any
changes to the priority list and authorized the staff to proceed
with advertising for a May 22, 1984, public hearing. Mr. Fred
Altizer, of the Virginia Department of Highways and
Transportation, was present and will check on the installation
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of traffic signals at the intersection of Routes 311 and 419 and
at the intersection of North Lakes Drive and Peters Creek Road.
1984-1985 Federal Revenue Sharing Funds for Highway
Construction - Mr. Hubbard requested the Board provide
direction for the staff to establish guidelines for the
allocation of the 1984-1985 federal revenue sharing funds to be
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used for highway construction. Supervisor Burton recommended
! that the priorities be set by District taking into consideration
the roads that will have sewer and water lines replaced. Staff
public hearing.
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was directed to proceed with advertising for a May 22, 1984,
Weed and Trash Abatement Program - Director of
Planning, Rob Stalzer, asked for the Board's approval to amend
the County Code to provide action and establish financial
responsibility for abatement procedures. The staff was directed
to proceed with the ordinance prior to the growing season and to
advertise for a May 22, 1984, public hearing.
IN RE: EXECUTIVE SESSION
Supervisor McGraw moved to go into Executive Session at
4:15 p.m. pursuant to the Code of Virginia, Section 2.1-344(a)
(1), (2), (4), and (6) to discuss personnel, real estate,
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location of a prospective business or industry, and legal matters.
The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
IN RE: OPEN SESSION
Supervisor Minter moved to go into Open Session at 5:35
p.m., and the motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
Supervisor McGraw moved to recess until 7:00 p.m., and the motion
carried by a unanimous voice vote.
IN RE: CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Nickens called the regular meeting to order at
7:10 p.m. The roll call was taken:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman, Harry C. Nickens; Vice Chairman,
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Athena E. Burton; Supervisors Alan H. Brittle,
Steven A. McGraw, Gary J. Minter
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
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IN RE: OPENING CEREMONIES
The invocation was offered by the Reverend Roger
Klutzz, St. John's Lutheran Church. The Pledge of Allegiance was
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recited by all present.
IN RE: CONSENT AGENDA
Supervisor Minter requested that Item #2 be deleted
for discussion and moved that the legislators be requested to
persuade the Corps of Engineers to redirect the $27,000,000
toward the regional water supply. The motion carried by a
unanimous voice vote.
Supervisor Burton requested clarification on Item
#14 asking that the Board's approval be given using Issue #1 of
the packet report which indicates Section 21-6 of the Zoning
Ordinance states that "the location of . . . borrow pits shall
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require a conditional use permit. These permits shall be subject
to such conditions as the governing body deems necessary to carry
out the intent of this chapter."
Supervisor Burton moved the prepared resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 84-74 APPROVING AND
CONCURRING IN CERTAIN ITEMS SET FORTH
ON THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AGENDA
FOR THIS DATE DESIGNATED AS ITEM B -
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 Supervisors for April 24, 1984, designated as Item B -
Consent Agenda be, and hereby is, approved and concurred in as to
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each item separately set forth in said section designated Items 1
through 14, inclusive, as follows:
1. Letter from H. Benson Dendy, III, dated April 2,
1984, and letter dated April 4, 1984, from Richard
G. Brydges, expressing thanks for Resolution No.
84-66 requesting more equitable funding for primary
construction projects in Roanoke County.
2. March 30, 1984 - Notice of Issuance of interim fea-
sibility report and environmental impact statement
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on flood damage reduction, headwaters area of the
Roanoke River Upper Basin.
3. Letter dated March 28, 1984, from H. B. Ewert, City
Manager, City of Roanoke, with reference to increas-
ing the quantity of bulk surplus water to be pur-
chased by the County from the City.
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4. Letter dated March 31, 1984, from the Department of
Conservation and Economic Development pertaining to
regulations and an application for State Litter
Control Grants.
5. Letter dated April 6, 1984, from Warren E. Trent,
City of Roanoke, thanking Roanoke County for their
assistance during the "Chemical Clean-Up" Project.
6. Minutes of Meeting of the Regional Partnership of
Roanoke Valley, Inc. held March 27, 1984.
7. Report on purchase of equipment for the jail -
Appropriation Resolution.
8. Financial statement for the period ending February
29, 1984.
9. Report on Starkey Well No.3 water line.
10. Report to award contract for video production ser-
vices to be used by the County of Roanoke. Letters
from Appalachian Power Company and NW Railroad per-
taining to development of annual report and econo-
mic development package for Roanoke County.
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11. Letter dated April 11, 1984, from Mary F. Parker,
City Clerk, transmitting Roanoke City Resolution
No. 26952 regarding the lighting at Hidden Valley
Intermediate School.
12. Letter dated April 9, 1984, from Harold W. Billings
of the Roanoke Office of the Department of
Rehabilitative Services relative to providing
technical assistance in overcoming structural and
program barriers for the handicapped.
13. Approval of VHDA financing for Bent Creek
Apartments, Phase II in the Hollins Magisterial
District - Resolution.
14. Report on Borrow pit Operations.
2. That the Clerk to the Board is hereby authorized
and directed where required by law to set forth upon any of said
Adopted by the following roll call vote:
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items the separate vote tabulation for any such item pursuant to
this resolution.
AYES:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
NAYS:
None
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RESOLUTION NO. 84-74.a
On motion made by Supervisor Burton, the General
Appropriation Resolution of Roanoke County, Virginia, adopted
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June 14, 1983 be, and is the same hereby amended as follows to
become effective April 24, 1984:
INCREASE
DESCRIPTION
ACCOUNT NUMBER
(DECREASE)
Class:
Fund:
Object:
Revenues
General
state Share - Housing
State Prisoners 03-5-24040-60000
$ 1,179
Class:
Fund:
Dept.:
Expenses
General
Confinement/Care of
Prisoners 03-67-03301-70100
1,179
To appropriate money for water mixing valve ($775),
executive high back chair ($236), and fiberglass bucket seats
($168).
Adopted by the following roll call vote:
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AYES:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION NO. 84-74.b ACCEPTING A
CERTAIN BID MADE TO THE COUNTY OF ROANOKE
FOR CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF
WATER LINES FROM STARKEY WELL #3 TO TIE
IN WITH EXISTING WATER MAINS
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That that certain bid of Aaron J. Conner, Inc. in
the amount of $12,457.05 for construction and installation of
water lines from Starkey Well #3 to tie in with existing mains,
upon all and singular the terms and conditions of the invitation
to bid, the specifications of the County of Roanoke, the bidder's
proposals, and the provisions of this resolution, be, and same
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hereby is, ACCEPTED; and
2. That the County Administrator is hereby authorized
and directed to execute the necessary documents on behalf of
Roanoke County, all to be upon form approved by the County
Attorney; and
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That all other bids for this construction are
hereby rejected and the Clerk is directed to so notify such
bidders and express the County's appreciation for the submission
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of their bids.
AYES:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION NO. 84-74.c ACCEPTING A
CERTAIN BID MADE TO ROANOKE COUNTY FOR
VIDEO PRODUCTION SERVICES
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That that certain bid of Media Works in the amount
of $6,000 for Video production Services, upon all and singular
the terms and conditions of the invitation to bid, the
specifications of the County of Roanoke, the bidder's proposals,
and the provisions of this resolution, be, and same hereby is,
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ACCEPTED: and
2. That the County Administrator is hereby authorized
and directed to execute the necessary documents on behalf of
Roanoke County, all to be upon form approved by the County
Attorney; and
3. That all other bids for this service are hereby
rejected and the Clerk is directed to so notify such bidders and
express the County's appreciation for the submission of their
bids.
Adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTION NO. 84-74.d APPROVING A
CERTAIN VIRGINIA HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY PROJECT IN ROANOKE COUNTY
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BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, virginia, as follows:
1. That that certain project known as Bent Creek
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Apartments, Phase II, VHDA Development No. 84-0027-C proposed to
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be located in Roanoke County, Virginia, having been reported to
the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County as a necessary and
expediate rental project for Roanoke County, and the Board of
Supervisors being of the opinion that same is a necessary project
for development in Roanoke County, does expressly approve said
project; and
2. That attested copies of this resolution be
forthwith fowarded to Fralin and Waldron Inc. for transmission
and submission to the Virginia Housing Development Authority for
project approval.
Adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NAYS:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
None
IN RE:
PROCLAMATIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
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Chairman Nickens read the following proclamation which
was accepted by Mrs. Johnnie Hunter, President, Roanoke valley
Extension Homemakers:
PRO C LAM A T ION
WHEREAS, the National Extension Homemakers Council of
America has, in cooperation with the Roanoke Valley Extension
Homemakers, provided for a number of years in the Roanoke Valley
homemaker extension programs and services to many citizens of
both Roanoke County and the entire Roanoke Valley; and
WHEREAS, throughout the United States of America local
extension homemakers councils, in conjunction with the National
Extension Homemakers Council, annually celebrate National
Extension Homemakers Council Week; and
WHEREAS, the week of May 6 - 12, 1984, has been designated
as National Extension Homemakers Council Week during which week
the Roanoke Valley Extension Homemakers Council plan to conduct a
cultural and creative arts exhibit at the Arts Council Gallery,
Center in the Square in Roanoke, Virginia.
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NOW, THEREFORE, I, Harry C. Nickens, Chairman of the Board
of Supervisors of Roanoke County, Virginia, do hereby proclaim
the week of May 6 - 12, 1984, as
NATIONAL EXTENSION HOMEMAKERS COUNCIL WEEK
in Roanoke County, Virginia, and to express the appreciation of
the citizens and the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke County to
the Roanoke Valley Extension Homemakers Council for the many
services provided to both Roanoke County and the entire Roanoke
Valley through the years.
Mary B. Loritsch, President of The Virginia Society of
The Virginia Radiologic Technologists, accepted the following
proclamation:
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PRO C LAM A T ION
WHEREAS, the allied health profession of Radiologic
Technology is a vital aspect of modern health care; and
WHEREAS, Radiographers, Radiation Therapy Technologists, Nuclear
Medicine Technologists, Diagnostic Medial Sonographers, and
Vascular Imaging Technologists are educated, credentialed and
professionally committed to deliver quality patient care; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia Society of Radiologic Technologists
(est. 1948) is dedicated to advancing the education and technical
skills of Radiologic Technology professionals.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Harry C. Nickens do proclaim the week of
April 23 - 29, 1984, as
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY WEEK
in Roanoke County in observance of the Virginia Society of
Radiologic Technologists 36th Annual Educational Convention being
held April 25 - 28, 1984, at the Holiday Inn Tanglewood, and do
call the attention of Roanoke County citizens to this very
important allied health profession.
Supervisor Burton will deliver the following
proclamation on May 2, 1984, to the VASAP Office for the special
recognitiion program for Vehicle Occupant Protection Week:
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PRO C LAM A T ION
WHEREAS, more than 1,000 occupants are injured every year in
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motor vehicle accidents and more than 40,000 are killed; and
WHEREAS, the automobile crash is the Number One Killer of
young children in Virginia, ahead of all types of accidents and
diseases; and
WHEREAS, safety belts and child safety seats are proven
effective in reducing such injuries and preventing deaths and
insuring the preservation of our families, this nation's most
precious resource; and
WHEREAS, seventeen agencies have joined to form the Roanoke
Valley STEERing Committee to assure the ~afe !ransportation of
~ach and ~very Bider; and
WHEREAS, the Roanoke Valley STEERing Committee has
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recognized the need for public attention to promote passenger
safety through the increased use of automobile safety restraints;
and
WHEREAS, May 19th will be declared Valley-wide Passenger
Safety Awareness Day to be celebrated at Tanglewood Mall.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Harry C. Nickens, Chairman of the Board
of Supervisors of Roanoke County, do hereby proclaim May 13
through 19, 1984, as
PASSENGER SAFETY AWARENESS WEEK
in Roanoke County.
IN RE: PUBLIC HEARINGS
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PETITION OF R. W. BOWERS FOR REZONING
FROM RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-l TO BUSINESS
DISTRICT B-1, TWO PARCELS OF LAND CONTAINING
APPROXIMATELY 4.15 ACRES AND LOCATED ON ROUTE
24, ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA IN THE VINTON
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. REZONING REQUESTED SO
THAT THE PETITIONER MAY DEVELOP THE SUBJECT
PROPERTY AS A PROFESSIONAL OFFICE PARK.
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDS DENIAL. HELD
OVER FROM MARCH 13, 1984, MEETING.
DENIED
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Chairman Nickens indicated that a meeting was held
between the petitioner and the citizens on April 4. Mr. Gilbert
Butler, attorney for the petitioner, briefly recapped the
not be feasible for him to develop this property under the
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principal issue involved indicating that Mr. Bowers felt it would
present residential zoning and therefore proposes to develop the
property for use as an office park. There were no new proffered
conditions submitted since the March 13, 1984, meeting.
Mr. Bruce Mayer, attorney for the residents,
indicated that there was no apparent change in the original
plans, and that the citizens are concerned about the traffic. He
also reminded the Board that there were no proffered conditions
that would give the Board final approval over the traffic
situation.
Chairman Nickens reported that pursuant to the April 4
meeting the Director of Planning, Rob Stalzer, reviewed the
petition and made two recommendations - one being that no direct
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access be permitted off Route 24, entrances and exits should be
off Spring Grove Drive; and second, adequate planting of
shrubbery be installed particularly around dumpsters, etc.
Mr. Gilbert pointed out that if the traffic were
routed off Spring Grove Road, the construction and the emergency
service vehicles could not maneuver. Supervisor Burton
reiterated that adding three entrances onto Route 24 was not
acceptable to the Planning Department" and Supervisor Brittle
expressed his concern that there still is no provision for an
eastbound entrance.
Since no additional conditions were proffered,
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and the conditions for approval have not been received from the
Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation, Supervisor
Minter moved to deny the petition and that the standard
twelve-month period be used to provide solutions to the traffic
problems and to resubmit the petition. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
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AYES:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
NAYS:
None
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REQUEST OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO AMEND
CHAPTER 21 (ZONING) OF THE ROANOKE COUNTY
CODE TO ESTABLISH AN ORDINANCE REGULATING
SATELLITE DISHES. HELD OVER FROM MARCH
13, 1984, MEETING.
ADOPTED
ORDINANCE NO. 84-76 AMENDING CHAPTER
21. ZONING RELATING TO DEFINITION AND
PERMITTED USES OF SATELLITE DISHES
WITHIN ROANOKE COUNTY
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That Section 21-1 Definitions of Chapter 21 Zoning
be amended to include the following definitions:
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Satellite Dish Antenna (or earth station).
Satellite Dish antenna shall mean an accessory use
that is a combination of (1) antenna or dish antenna
whose purpose is to receive communication or other
signals from orbiting satellites and other
extraterristrial sources; (2) a low-noise amplifier
(LNA) which is situated at the focal point of the
receiving component and whose purpose is to magnify
and transfer signals; and (3) a coaxial cable whose
purpose is to carry the signals to the exterior of
the building.
Satellite Dish Antenna (or earth station) Height.
This shall mean the height of the antenna or dish
measured vertically from the highest point of the
antenna or dish, when positioned for operation, to
the grade or permanent structure to which the
antenna or its base is attached.
2. That Section 21-15 Permitted uses in Article II A-I
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Agricultural District be amended by an addition as follows:
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(22) Satellite dishes - in platted subdivisions.
Private, noncommercial radio and television satel-
lite dish antennas may be permitted to be con-
structed to a height not in excess of twenty feet
only when installed at ground level, provided that
such antenna shall be located behind the setback
line of the main dwelling or mobile home. All
towers, antennas, guy anchorages or similar devices
shall be at least three feet from any property line
except on the side yard facing the side street the
setback requirement shall be twenty-five feet. The
installation of a ground or roof-mounted satellite
dish antenna shall be permitted in accordance with
the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code.
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That Section 21-21 Permitted uses in Article III RE
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Residential District be amended by an addition as follows:
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(22) Satellite dishes - in platted subdivisions.
Private, noncommercial radio and television satel-
lite dish antennas may be permitted to be construc-
ted to a height not in excess of twenty feet only
when installed at ground level, provided that such
antenna shall be located behind the setback line of
the main dwelling or mobile home. All towers,
antennas, guy anchorages or similar devices shall be
at least three feet from any property line except on
the side yard facing the side street the setback
requirement shall be twenty-five feet. The
installation of a ground or roof-mounted satellite
dish antenna shall be permitted in accordance with
the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code.
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4. That Section 21-29 Permitted uses in Article IV
R-l Residential District be amended by an addition as follows:
(9) Satellite dishes. Private, noncommercial
radio and television satellite dish antennas may be
permitted to be constructed to a height not in
excess of twenty feet only when installed at ground
level, provided that such antenna shall be located
behind the setback line of the main dwelling or
mobile home. All towers , antennas, guy anchorages
or similar device shall be at least three feet from
any property line except on the side yard facing the
side street the setback requirement shall be
twenty-five feet. The installation of ground or
roof-mounted satellite dish antennas shall be
permitted in accordance with the Virginia Uniform
Statewide Building Code.
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5. That Section 21-37 Permitted uses in Article V R-2
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Residential District be amended by an addition as follows:
(6) Satellite dishes. Private, noncommercial
radio and television satellite dish antennas may be
permitted to be constructed to a height not in
excess of twenty feet only when installed at ground
level, provided that such antenna shall be located
behind the setback line of the main dwelling or
mobile home. All towers , antennas, guy anchorages
or similar device shall be at least three feet from
any property line except on the side yard facing the
side street the setback requirement shall be
twenty-five feet. The installation of ground or
roof-mounted satellite dish antennas shall be
permitted in accordance with the Virginia Uniform
Statewide Building Code.
6. That Section 21-45 Permitted uses in Article VI R-3
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(8) Satellite dishes. Private, noncommercial
radio and television satellite dish antennas may be
permitted to be constructed to a height not in
excess of twenty feet only when installed at ground
level, provided that such antenna shall be located
behind the setback line of the main dwelling or
mobile home. All towers , antennas, guy anchorages
or similar device shall be at least three feet from
any property line except on the side yard facing the
side street the setback requirement shall be
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Residential District be amended by an addition as follows:
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twenty-five feet. The installation of ground or
roof-mounted satellite dish antennas shall be
permitted in accordance with the Virginia Uniform
Statewide Building Code.
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7. That Section 21-56 Permitted uses in Article VII
R-4 Mobile Home Courts District be amended by an addition as fol-
lows:
(4) Satellite dishes. Private, noncommercial
radio and television satellite dish antennas may be
permitted to be constructed to a height not in
excess of twenty feet only when installed at ground
level, provided that such antenna shall be located
behind the setback line of the main dwelling or
mobile home. All towers , antennas, guy anchorages
or similar device shall be at least three feet from
any property line except on the side yard facing the
side street the setback requirement shall be
twenty-five feet. The installation of ground or
roof-mounted satellite dish antennas shall be
permitted in accordance with the Virginia Uniform
Statewide Building Code.
8. That Section 21-60.1:2 Permitted uses in Article
VII. 1 R-5 Residential District - Town House be amended by an
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addition as follows:
(3) Satellite dishes. Private, noncommercial
radio and television satellite dish antennas may be
permitted to be constructed to a height not in
excess of twenty feet only when installed at ground
level, provided that such antenna shall be located
behind the setback line of the main dwelling or
mobile home. All towers, antennas, guy anchorages
or similar device shall be at least three feet from
any property line except on the side yard facing the
side street the setback requirement shall be
twenty-five feet. The installation of ground or
roof-mounted satellite dish antennas shall be
permitted in accordance with the Virginia Uniform
Statewide Building Code.
9. That Section 21-60.2:2 Permitted uses in Article
VII.2 R-6 Residential District - Condominiums be amended by an
addition as follows:
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(3) Satellite dishes. Private, noncommercial
radio and television satellite dish antennas may be
permitted to be constructed to a height not in
excess of twenty feet only when installed at ground
level, provided that such antenna shall be located
behind the setback line of the main dwelling or
mobile home. All towers , antennas, guy anchorages
or similar device shall be at least three feet from
any property line except on the side yard facing the
side street the setback requirement shall be
twenty-five feet. The installation of ground or
roof-mounted satellite dish antennas shall be
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permitted in accordance with the Virginia Uniform
Statewide Building Code.
lO. That this Ordinance shall be in full force and
effect from and after its passage.
Adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
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NAYS:
None
PETITION OF CALVIN LEWIS LUCAS, JR. FOR A
SPECIAL EXCEPTION TO RENEW THE PLACEMENT OF A
MOBILE HOME ON A 13-ACRE TRACT, LOCATED
APPROXIMATELY .25 MILES FROM THE END OF
GRANDIN ROAD EXTENSION IN THE WINDSOR HILLS
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. HELD OVER FROM THE
APRIL 10, 1984, MEETING.
HELD OVER
At the request of attorney, Charles Phillips, this
matter was held over until the May 22, 1984, meeting.
REQUEST TO SET REAL ESTATE TAX RATE NOT
TO EXCEED $1.15 per $100 OF ASSESSED
VALUATION.
APPROVED
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County Administrator, Donald R. Flanders, stressed that
Roanoke County Administration's top priority is to provide high
quality services at the least possible expense to County
taxpayers. Citizens speaking in opposition to increased real
estate taxes and the total amount of the school budget were: Mr.
J. E. Hindle, 6065 Oriole Lane, Roanoke; Mr. Robert Haynes, 7610
Melinda, Salem; Mr. Earle Spruill, 5443 Chatsworth Drive,
Roanoke; Mr. Patrick Washburn, Route 2, Boones Mill; Mr. John G.
Hull, Route 1, Box 50, Salem; Mr. Wilbur A. Drewry, 844 Dillon
Drive, Vinton; and Mr. Stanley R. Reas, 6206 S. Roselawn Road,
Salem; and Mr. Ron Atkins, 3057 Timberlane Avenue, Roanoke.
order to maintain the high quality of education provided by the
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Citizens speaking in favor of the increased real estate tax in
County schools were Ms. Shirley Black, 5025 Cave Spring Lane,
Roanoke; and Mr. Bill Reid, 1597 S. Pacific Drive, vinton.
At the request of Chairman Nickens, Mr. Flanders
explained Roanoke County's position regarding the freeze of real
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estate taxes stating that anyone who applies with the
Commissioner of Revenue and is handicapped or 65 years of age
with less than $18,000 annual income can qualify for a tax
freeze a homestead and up to one acre of land.
Chairman Nickens presented a petition from his
Magisterial District which he received containing 263 names
expressing opposition to the $1.15 rate. Superin-
tendent of Schools, Bayes Wilson, was present to answer questions
regarding the school budget request.
Supervisor Burton moved to set the real estate tax rate
at $1.l4 per $100 of assessed valuation. The motion was defeated
by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Supervisor Burton
NAYS:
Supervisors McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
Supervisor McGraw then moved to set the real estate tax
rate at $1.l5 per $100 of assessed valuation, as per the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 84-77 SETTING THE TAX LEVY
ON REAL ESTATE SITUATE IN ROANOKE COUNTY
FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1984
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, that the levy for the twelve-month period
beginning January l, 1984 and ending December 3l, 1984, be, and
hereby is, set for a tax rate of $1.15 per one hundred dollars of
assessed valuation on all classes of tangible real estate and
mobile homes as classified in Section 58-829.3 of the 1950 Code
of Virginia, as amended, situate in Roanoke County.
Adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Supervisors McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
NAYS:
Supervisor Burton
IN RE: RECESS
Chairman Nickens called for a recess at 9:17 p.m.
IN RE: RECONVENEMENT
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IN RE:
The meeting reconvened at 9:35 p.m.
CITIZENS COMMENTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
At the request of Supervisor McGraw, Mr. David Simmons
addressed the Board commenting on the opportunity the citizens
have to appear at public hearings and expressing his support for
the Board during the budget process.
Mr. Stan Reas again spoke asking when the public
hearing would be held regarding the proposed utility tax.
Chairman Nickens advised him it would be held pursuant to the
establishment of the capital improvement program. At Mr. Reas'
request, copies of the 1984-1985 budget documents are to be
placed in all the County Libraries.
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IN RE: REPORTS OF OFFICERS, DEPARTMENTS, AND COMMITTEES
Department of Fiscal Management - no report.
Department of Development - no report.
County Attorney- no report.
Personnel - no report.
County Administrator - Mr. Flanders has
extensively reviewed requests for service from Roanoke Valley
Cablevision. The following construction schedule was provided
by Roanoke Valley Cablevision Exectutive Vice President, Mr. E.
K. Mattern: Stonehenge to begin in May, Sugar Loaf Hills
estimated to start in June, LaBellevue is underway and service
should begin in July, willow Creek to begin in July, Cross Creek
Garst Cabin Drive is underway and to be completed during April,
Woods Crossing service is being planned when construction is
completed. Extension is being planned in the Friendship
Manor-Carefree Lane area and the Buckland Forest Area.
Mr. Robert Glenn, attorney; Mr. Bernard W. Langheim,
General Manager; and Mr. Wallace, Supervisor of Field Operations
of Roanoke Valley Cablevision were present to respond to
citizens' questions.
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Supervisor Burton requested that Mr. Glenn provide a
concrete commitment from Roanoke Valley Cablevision as to when
residents in Sugar Loaf Hills area will be receiving service. He
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advised her that it will take three months for APCO to install
new poles, and Roanoke Valley Cablevision service will be
complete 30 days after the poles are in place.
Citizens present requesting the status of their
requests for service were Mitch Rothschild, of Sugar Loaf Hills,
and Lee Bright, of Canterberry Park; and Mr. Glenn advised them
that new subdivisions were considered when the percentage of
development makes it economically feasible to install
Cablevision.
Department of Public Facilities - Superintendent,
John Hubbard, told the Board that the County annually applies for
an anit-litter program grant with the other Valley
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authorizing the Clean Valley Committee to apply for the grant:
RESOLUTION NO. 84-78 AUTHORIZING THE
CLEAN VALLEY COMMITTEE TO APPLY FOR AN
ANTI-LITTER PROGRAM GRANT FOR ROANOKE
COUNTY
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
County, Virginia, as follows:
1. That the Board hereby expresses its intent to
combine with the City of Roanoke, Town of Vinton, and City of
Salem in a mutually agreed upon and cooperative program,
contingent on approval of the application by the Department of
:onservation and Economic Development, Division of Litter
:ontrol, and contingent on receipt of such funds; and
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2. That the Board hereby authorizes Clean Valley
:ommittee, Inc. to plan and budget for a cooperative anti-litter
~rogram which shall represent said program for all localities
1amed in this resolution; and
3. That the Board further authorizes Clean Valley
:ommittee, Inc. to apply on behalf of Roanoke County for a grant,
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and to be responsible for the administration, implementation and
completion of the program; and
4. That the Board further accepts responsibility
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jointly with the Clean Valley Committee, Inc. and the City of
Roanoke, Town of Vinton, and City of Salem for all phases of the
program; and
5. That said funds when received will be transferred
immediately to Clean Valley Committee, Inc.; all funds will be
used in the cooperative program to which the Board gives its
endorsement and support; and
6. That the financial records of Clean Valley
Committee, Inc. shall be subject to inspection and review by the
County Superintendent of Fiscal Management and such data shall be
presented to allow proper reporting on a timely basis by the
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7. That the Board requests the Department of
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County; and
Conservation and Economic Development, Division of Litter Control
to consider and approve the application and program, said program
being in accord with the regulations governing use and
expenditure of said funds.
Adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
NAYS:
None
Pursuant to the Supervisor McGraw's request, Mr.
Hubbard compiled a list of the total hardness of water contained
in each County well for comparison with North Lakes Well #4.
Seven wells exceed the hardness of North Lakes Well #4.
Supervisor McGraw requested that this be reviewed again based on
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the number of users in the top seven rated wells, and that a
assessment formula be considered after contacting the users of
the top seven on the prioritization list.
In follow-up to Chairman Nickens' request of March 27,
1984 twenty-five potholes were patched February 22 on Verndale
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Road. Inspections were made on March 14, and March 28, with
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bi-weekly inspections scheduled through May and monthly
inspections thereafter. Paving at Mt. Pleasant Fire Station
started March 16 and was completed March 19. Paving was
authorized by Mr. Hubbard with outside temperatures being
acceptable. Pavement is still due on the Bent Mountain Refuse
Collection Site. This work was done at no cost to the County as
a negotiated settlement for liquidated damages being considered
by the County for delayed completion of the Mt. Pleasant work.
County Administrator - reported that updates will
be sent to the Board on the rate negotiations between C & P
Telephone Company and VACO and VML.
The Department of Development (Planning) will draft a
letter in response to the Virginia Department of Highway &
Transportation's inquiry as to whether there has been any
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opposition to the improvement program at Ogden and Colonial
Avenue. This request has delayed the project thirty days.
An Executive Session was requested for the April 25
adjourned meeting to discuss a personnel matter.
IN RE: REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF BOARD MEMBERS
Supervisor Burton - requested the County
Administrator notify each member of the City Council of Roanoke
by letter of Roanoke County's efforts to resolve the problems at
Hidden Valley athletic fields and that a copy of the letter
be included in the next regularly scheduled agenda packet.
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Supervisor McGraw - no report.
Supervisor Minter - no report.
Supervisor Brittle - requested that a future look
be taken at establishing an appreciation program to offset the
cost of potholes and improvements in the water system. Mr.
Brittle also asked the status of the commuter parking lot, and
Mr. Hubbard advised that the concept is being studied with the
Highway Department.
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Chairman Nickens - requested that a resolution be
prepared and spread in the Minutes approving the application of a
small clothing manufacturing plant for a $16,500 industrial
road access grant. Supervisor Burton moved for preparation of
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the resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 84-75 ENDORSING AND
SUPPORTING THE TOWN OF VINTON'S
APPLICATION FOR INDUSTRIAL ACCESS FUNDS
WHEREAS, the Vinton Town Council has acquired and
intends to develop approximately 4.33 acres for industrial use in
accordance with Title 15.1-18 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as
amended; and
WHEREAS, this site is that property formerly owned by
the Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation acquired
to build Gus Nicks Blvd. and known as the former Hancock pro-
perty; and
WHEREAS, the completion of Gus Nicks Blvd. has blocked
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access by the traveling public to this property; and
WHEREAS, Section 33.1-221 of the Code of Virginia
provides authority to acquire Industrial Access Funds, which can
be used by all cities, counties, and towns to encourage
industrial development and expansion; and
WHEREAS, towns requesting Industrial Access Funds pur-
suant to Section 33.l-221 of the Code of Virginia must receive
the approval of the Town Council and also from the County Board
of Supervisors; and
WHEREAS, public access to this site can be obtained
from Gus Nicks Blvd. into this 4.33 acre tract, and such entrance
has been proposed by the Virginia Department of Highways and
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Transportation; and
WHEREAS, the vinton Town Council has attracted a new
industry to Vinton which will ultimately employ l25 people and
locate on approximately 2.12 acres of that property acquired by
the Town of Vinton; and
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WHEREAS, this one new industry proposes to invest
$165,000 in capital cost to locate this new facility in the Town
of vinton within an existing structure which is presently vacant;
and
WHEREAS, this industry meets the zoning, land use, and
environmental criteria established by the Town of vinton; and
WHEREAS, the development of new industry and its creat-
ing of new employment is desirable to the Town and to Roanoke
County.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Super-
visors of Roanoke County does endorse and support the Town of
vinton's application for Industrial Access Funds before the Vir-
ginia Department of Highways and Transportation in the amount of
$16,500 to permit access to this new manufacturing plant.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution
be forwarded to the Vinton Town Manager to permit the completion
of this Industrial Access Grant Request to the Virginia Depart-
ment of Highways and Transportation pursuant to Section 33.1-221
of the Code of Virginia.
Adopted by the following roll call vote:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
None
AYES:
NAYS:
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IN RE: APPOINTMENTS
Chairman Nickens recommended and Supervisor Minter
moved for the reappointment of Thomas A. Darnall, from the Vinton
Magisterial District to the Building Code Board of Adjustments
and Appeals. The four-year term will begin April 13, 1984.
The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
IN RE: WORK SESSIONS
Concession Stand Policy - Supervisor Brittle moved
that a resolution be prepared and spread in the Minutes that
would adopt the Concession Stand Policy:
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RESOLUTION NO. 84-79 ADOPTING A
POLICY ON THE OPERATION OF CONCESSION
STANDS IN ROANOKE COUNTY PARKS
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Roanoke
1. That the Board does hereby adopt the hereinafter
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County, Virginia, as follows:
set out policy on the operation of concession stands in Roanoke
County parks
2. That the policy herein adopted shall be in full
force and effect from and after the adoption of this resolution:
POLICY REGARDING CONCESSION AGREEMENTS
It shall be the policy of Roanoke County to enter into
formal agreements to grant permission to operate concessions and
sell wares in County parks or other areas owned by the County.
I. Existing Concessions - All existing arrangements with
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nonprofit organizations shall be continued for a period of five
years, provided each shall enter into a Concession Agreement with
the County upon form approved by the Board of Supervisors, a copy
of which may be obtained from the Clerk's Office.
The blanks in the Agreement designated for a fixed fee and a
percentage fee are to be completed by inserting the word "none."
In addition, each Agreement shall contain the following
additional provision as paragraph 33:
Concessionaire represents that it is a nonprofit
organization and that no part of the earnings from
operation of the concession business under this
Agreement shall inure to the benefit of, or be
distributable to, its directors, trustees, members,
officers or other private persons, except that
Concessionaire may pay reasonable compensation for
services rendered. Further, Concessionaire covenants
that all net earnings from the operation of the
concession business shall be used for public
recreational purposes in Roanoke County.
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At the termination or expiration of each agreement, future
use of the concession facility covered by the Agreement shall be
governed by the succeeding provisions of this Policy.
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II. Other Concessions - All other grants of the right to
operate concessions shall be based upon application submitted on
forms approved by the County Administrator.
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Applications for use by nonprofit organizations for terms of
one year or less may be approved by the County Administrator.
All other applications shall require approval of the Board of
Supervisors at a public hearing.
When applications require the approval of the Board, bids
shall be solicited by advertisement. Selection procedures shall
include:
(A) Bid or Offer - The Bid shall include information
about the following:
1.
Length of Agreement.
2.
Fixed fee.
3.
Percentage fee - percentage of gross
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receipts to be paid in addition to the fixed
fee.
4.
Data to accompany bid or offer to include
financial condition (balance sheet),
experience and personal references.
5. Submission of bids or offer.
6. Bid or offer form.
7.
Qualification of applicant.
(B) Form of Concession Agreement
1. General - a copy of the form of agreement
may be obtained from the Clerk to the Board
of Supervisors
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2.
Non-Profit Organizations - where a nonprofit
organization is granted the right to operate
a concession, an additional paragraph shall
be added as set forth in I above.
(C) Evaluation - Applications will be evaluated on a
number of factors including, if the applicant is
a nonprofit organization, whether net earnings
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will be used to foster the County's recreational
programs and whether the organization otherwise
contributes to the development and promotion of
recreational opportunities.
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(D)
Public Hearings - Bids will be approved by the
Board at a public hearing after notice thereof.
III. Definition of Concessioniare - A Concessionaire
may be any of the following:
A. Individuals
B. Organizations
C. Businesses
D. Groups
Churches
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Types of Concessions - Concessions may consist of
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the following types:
A. Permanent Structures
B. Portable Structures
C. Motorized Vehicles
D. Carts
E. Tables
F. Stands
G. Other (as recognized by Roanoke County)
V. Designated Areas - Concessions may be operated
only in designated areas as set by Roanoke County.
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areas may include:
A. Building Areas
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B. Parking Areas
C. Field Areas
D. Other Areas (as recognized by Roanoke
County)
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VI. permission for Operation - No concessions will be
operated on County property without a written agreement.
All violators will be subject to prosecution.
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NAYS:
Adopted by the following roll call vote:
Supervisors Burton, McGraw, Minter, Brittle, Nickens
None
IN RE:
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Supervisor Minter moved to go into Executive Session
at ll:OO p.m. pursuant to the Code of Virginia, Section
2.1-344(a) (1), (2), (4), and (6) to discuss personnel, real
estate, location of a prospective business or industry, and legal
matters. The motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
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IN RE:
OPEN SESSION
Supervisor Minter moved to return to Open Session at
12:06 a.m., and the motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.
IN RE:
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Nickens adjourned the meeting until 9:00 a.m.
Wednesday, April 25, 1984, to go into Budget Work Session and to
consider going into Executive Session pursuant to the Code of
Virginia, Section 2.1-344(a) (1), (2), (4), and (6) to discuss
personnel, real estate, location of a prospective business or
industry, and legal matters. The motion carried by a unanimous
voice vote.
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