HomeMy WebLinkAbout1/19/2011 - MinutesBZA Members Present: Mr. Carlton Wright, Chairman
Mr. Eric Thomas
Mr. Kevin Barnes
Mr. Richard Jones
BZA Members Absent: Mr. Eldon Karr
Staff Present: Mr. John Murphy, Secretary
Mr. Joseph Obenshain, Senior Assistant County Attorney
Ms. Susan Carter, Recording Secretary
CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Wright called the business meeting to order at 4:38 p.m. No public hearings were
scheduled.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mr. Jones made a motion to approve the agenda. Mr. Thomas seconded the motion,
which passed 4-0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Jones made a motion to approve the December 16, 2009, minutes. Mr. Barnes
seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Mr. Wright made a motion that the 2010 officers remain the same for 2011, with Mr.
Carlton Wright, Chairman of the Board of Zoning Appeals and Mr. Kevin Barnes, Vice-
Chairman of the Board of Zoning Appeals. Mr. Jones seconded the motion which
passed with a vote of 4-0.
APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATES
Mr. Murphy was reappointed as Secretary for 2011 calendar year. Mr. Murphy
recommended appointment of planning staff as alternate BZA Secretaries for 2011. Mr.
Barnes made a motion to accept staff's recommendation. Mr. Thomas seconded the
motion, which passed 4-0.
APPROVAL OF 2011 SCHEDULE
Mr. Barnes made a motion to approve the 2011 BZA schedule. Mr. Thomas
seconded the motion, which passed 4-0.
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MINUTES
JANUARY 19, 2011
COMMENTS
Mr. Wright stated he plans to retire when his current term expires in 2012, having
served on the Board of Zoning Appeals for approximately 35 years.
Mr. Obenshain discussed possible security concerns and options with the board
members. He also stated he will provide an update on legislation which has changed
regarding guidelines used by the members. Mr. Thomas requested copies of changes
for use at the next public hearing.
There being no further business, Mr. Wright adjourned the meeting at 4:53 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Susan Carter, Recording Secretary
Roanoke County Board of Zoning Appeals
John M phy, Secretary
Roanoke County Board of Zoning Appeals
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