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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/19/2011 - Minutes The Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County Roanoke County Administration_Center 5204 Bernard Drive Roanoke,Virginia 24018. Minutes Wednesday, October 19, 2011, 9:00 A.M. Members Present Billy Branch, Chairman Steve Musselwhite,Vice-Chairman Greg Apostolou . . Paul Henkel Woody Windley Carole Brackman Jill Loope, Secretary Treasurer Recording Clerk, Glenna Ratcliffe Members Absent None Guest Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance Megan Cronise, Principal Planner Brian Epperly, Transportation Engineer The Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia met this day at the Roanoke County Administration Center, this being their regularly scheduled meeting. Call to order Mr. Branch called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. Minutes A motion was made by Steve Musselwhite seconded by Paul Henkel to approve the August 22, 2011 minutes as read. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Financial Report Rebecca Owens, Director of Finance, presented and reviewed the financial report through September 30, 2011. She reported the equity in pooled cash to be $639,000. Ms. Owens stated. year end balances will be rolled over when the audit is complete. A motion was made by Paul Henkel, seconded by Greg Apostolou, to accept the financial report. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Old Business Resolution expressing the appreciation of the Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County to Earl Douglas."Doug" Chittum, Director of Economic Development, upon his retirement after 10 years of service. Page 2 October 19,2011 jr Economic Development Authority Minutes AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF ROANOKE COUNTY, VIRGINIA, HELD AT THE ROANOKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2011 RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION AND GRATITUDE TO EARL DOUGLAS (DOUG) CHITTUM FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY WHEREAS, Earl Douglas (Doug) Chittum was hired as Director of Roanoke County's Department of Economic Development in April of 2001; and, WHEREAS, the Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia appointed Mr. Chittum as Secretary-Treasurer on April 3, 2001, and he served with distinction, loyalty and expertise in this office for over ten (10) years. WHEREAS, Mr. Chittum used his communication skills and immense network of contacts to benefit the Authority; and, WHEREAS, Mr. Chittum was responsible for economic development for the County including attracting new business, retaining and expanding existing business, and site development; and WHEREAS, the Authority adopts this Resolution of Appreciation and Gratitude to recognize Mr. Chittum for his many years of service to the Authority, and for his commitment to bringing new business and industry to Roanoke County. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Economic Development Authority of Roanoke County, Virginia, that it expresses its deepest appreciation and gratitude to Earl Douglas (Doug) Chittum for his enthusiastic, loyal and dedicated service to the Authority; and, FURTHER, that the Authority does express its best wishes to him and success in his future endeavors. Presented this 19TH day of October, 2011 by Bill Branch, Chairman Steve Musselwhite, Vice Chairman Woody Windley, Member Greg Apostolou, Member Paul Henkel, Member Carole Brackman, Member � J Page 3 October 19,2011 Economic Development Authority Minutes A motion was made by Steve Musselwhite, seconded by Woody Windley authorizing the Chairman, Billy Branch, to accept and execute the resolution. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. NEW BUSINESS Discussion of a Performance Agreement and the award of an Economic Development Grant to Anderson Properties of Virginia,LLC Jill Loope addressed the board concerning the Performance Agreement for Anderson Properties of Virginia LLC (Varsity Landscaping). The Agreement provides for an incentive to assist Varsity with infrastructure improvements associated with their expansion - specifically the installation of a new hydrant and water line with multiple connections along Starkey Road, as required by code to meet fire flow requirements. She stated that the Board of Supervisors considered this at their last meeting and agreed to offer an incentive in the form of a reimbursement of taxes not to exceed $30,000 over a two year period. After discussion, a motion was made by Steve Musselwhite, seconded by Paul Henkel to give Billy Branch, Chairman, authorization to execute the Performance Agreement, as presented for Anderson Properties of Virginia, LLC. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. BRIEFING Plantation Road—VDOT Enhancement Grant and Letter of Support At this time Ms. Loope stated that two years ago the County made application for a Federal SAFETEA-LU (Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient, Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users) Transportation Enhancement Program administered by VDOT. She stated the County was not awarded the grant at that time, as only previous partially funded projects were approved but the County was again making application. Ms. Loope introduced Megan Cronise, Principal Planner, who gave a power point presentation reviewing the project scope, goals and implementation strategies. Ms. Cronise stated the project is expected to encourage new commercial and industrial development along Plantation Road,thus providing new tax revenue and new jobs for Roanoke County by improving non-motorized transportation, enhancing the public's traveling experience, revitalizing communities and improving quality of life. She stated the grant requires a twenty percent (20%) local match with a filing deadline of November 1, 2011. Ms. Cronise asked the EDA to prepare a letter of support for the application. It was noted that if the County is successful in obtaining the grant award, there will need to be a discussion to identify and commit the matching funds for the project. After the presentation, discussion followed regarding the effort to improve and enhance the area. A motion was made by Steve Musslewhite and seconded by Greg Apostolou to support the application and authorize the Chairman to execute a letter of support for the project. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Page 4 October 19,2011 Economic Development Authority Minutes REPORTS AND INQUIRIES OF THE BOARD Chairman Branch inquired whether the check for the Broadband project has been submitted. Ms. Loope replied that no invoice has been presented at this time. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 a.m. NEXT MEETING The next regularly scheduled meeting is November 16, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Ji oope Secretary-Treasurer r - i lY.