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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/2/2012 - MinutesCommissioners Present: Ms, Martha Hooker Mr, Gary Jarrell Mr. Gene Nlarrano Mir. Jason Peters Mr. David Radford Staff' Present: Mr. Philip Thompson, Secretary Mr. Paul Mahoney, County Attorney Ms. Megan Cronlise Mr. Chris Patriarca Ms, Susan McCoy, Recording Secretary GuIeSIS: Ms. Undisay Blankenship, Green way Planner, Parks, Recreation & Tourism Mir, Doug Blount, Director, Parks, Recreation & Tourism, Work Session: Mr. Radford called the work session to order at 4;05 p.m., Approval of Agenda Mr. Peters made a motion to approve the agendia, which passed 5-(), pro all ofMinuites, Mr. Jarrell made a, motion to approve the minutes of September 18, 2012, wNch passed 5-0, ! �ons.entA,genda Mis, Wood provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding i Jesus the Redeemer Church, petition, inducing future land use, concept plan, lighting, stormwater management, and sIgnage, She stated construction would be performed in two phases, Mr. Thompson noted the existing church was built as a by-right structure, Mr. Radford inn quiireidl about the zoning designation of the property. Ms- Wood and Mr. Thompson discussed the current zoning of the petiti�oner's property and surrounding properties, Mr. Radford inquired I the church was currently in operation, Ms, Wocd and Mr. Thompson discussed the current Dperaition of'the church. Ms, Wood stated a Ccrnmunity Meeting would be held on October 22,, 2012, at the Cornerstone Church located at 6 0 Wood Haven Road at 6:30 p.m. She stated the phasing of the construction wfll be dependent upon funding availabMity, Ms. Hooker made a, motion to approve the consent agenda, which passed 5-0. Page 1 of 5 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OCTOBER 2, 2012 Roanoke County Greenways Ms. Lindsay Blankenship provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Roanoke Valley Greenways, including the master plan, project overview, and Roanoke River Greenway status update. She discussed funding sources for various portions of the greenway. She discussed economic and tourism benefits, including property value increases and an increase in businesses in the area. She stated greenways are under construction in the Salem area on Twelve O'clock Knob and behind the General Electric Building leading to the Hanging Rock section of the greenway. Ms. Hooker inquired about gaps in the trail where roadside shoulder access is unavailable. Ms. Blankenship discussed areas the Greenway Commission needs to acquire easements. Mr. Marrano inquired about the status of the easements needed along the river. Ms. Blankenship discussed this issue, noting it is dependent upon the property owners' willingness to have the greenway cross their property. Ms. Blankenship stated AECOM is the consultant for the bridges, noting bridges are very expensive to build. Ms. Blankenship discussed the East River Greenway progress which connects with the Blue Ridge Parkway. She stated stakeholders include Western Virginia Water Authority (WVWA), Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Electric Power (AEP), and Explore Park. She discussed enhancement funding, noting they would like the greenway to lead to Back Creek. Mr. Marrano inquired about use of WVWA's property. Ms. Blankenship discussed connectivity of the greenway, including Wolf Creek, Hanging Rock, and Green Hill Park. She reviewed signage, including crosswalks and handicap ramps. She discussed the need for low water crossings in the Hanging Rock area, plans for a loop trail in Greenhill Park, and the development of a wetland trail in Waldrond Park. She stated a wetland trail has been proposed for the South County Library. She stated with the partnership they plan to adjoin Read Mountain and Tinker Creek trails into Carvins Cove trails. She stated the Catawba Sustainability Center is currently developing conceptual trail routes to connect to the Appalachian Trail, She stated citizens are requesting trails be developed in the residual right-of-way created during the widening of Back Creek. Ms. Blankenship stated approximately 80 people attended the community meeting to discuss working with VIDOT in the Cotton Hill Road area, She noted they will need the support of the Board of Supervisors to approve this request. She stated Pathfinders for Greenway, a non-profit organization comprised of volunteers, have donated approximately 5000 hours for the development of the trails. Mr. Radford inquired about the status of creating a passage under Route 419 near McVitty Road. Ms. Blankenship discussed this issue. Mr. Marrano stated he supports the development of greenways. He discussed the Bridge the Gap campaign, noting there is enthusiasm to assist with multi-use trails. He stated more trail loops are needed. He stated historically the Roanoke Valley has not been pedestrian friendly. Mr. Blount stated 20 projects have been placed on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to determine their importance, including multi-use easements and loops. Page 2 of 5 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OCTOBER 2, 2012 Commissioners' and Staff Comments Mr. Marrano expressed his approval of moving forward with the development of the greenways. Mr. Thompson stated the next Planning Commission Public Hearing would be held on Monday, November 5, 2012. With no further comments, Mr. Radford adjourned the work session at 4:46 p.m. for site viewing. EVENING SESSION Mr. Radford called the Public Hearing to order at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Marrano gave the invocation and led the pledge of allegiance. The petition of Arlene Coletrane-Simmons to obtain a Special Use Permit in a R- 1, Low Density Residential, District for the operation of a family day care home on approximately 0.32 acre, located at 1926 Governor Drive in the Montclair Estates Subdivision, Catawba Magisterial District. Mr. Patriarca provided a brief history of the petition, noting the petitioner has been in operation at the current location for 17 years. He reviewed the site plan and discussed State requirements, including obtaining a land use permit from VDOT. He stated the petitioner has complied with all state and local regulations. Mr. Marrano inquired about VDCIT's requirement for a land use permit. Mr. Patriarca discussed this issue. Ms. Hooker stated it was a pleasure to visit the site, noting it is well run and a great operation. Ms. Arlene Coletrane-Simmons stated she cares for 11 children, although State regulations allow her to care for a maximum of 12 children. Ms. Hooker asked if the petitioner has a waiting list of children. Ms. Coltrane-Simmons affirmed she does have a waiting list of children. Mr. Peters stated he was impressed by the operation during the site visit. Mr. Marrano commended the petitioner stating the children are engaged and educated by the activities at the daycare. Mr. Radford opened the public hearing for public comment, Mr. Jeff Wood, Rife and Wood Architects, provided a history of his architectural involvement with the daycare. He stated that the architectural State regulations have been met. He stated he was unaware of any difficulties reported by the neighbors or daycare clients. He recommended approval of the petition. Nicki Williams, 5707 Deputy Drive, stated she is a client of the daycare, noting it has high standards for the care of the children. She stated she has never been concerned about the education and safe environment provided by the daycare. She noted she was speaking on behalf of all of the parents of the children who stay at the daycare. With no other citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Radford closed the public hearing. Page 3 of 5 ROA NOK E CO UNTYPLA N NJ N 6 CO MMISS 10 N MIN UT'ES Ms. Hooker made a motion to recommend approval of the special use permit, noting she appreciates the petitioner's eagerness for compliance to the regulations. Mr, Thompson called the roll and the motion passed (5-0) with the following vote. AYES: Jarrell, Hooker, Marrano, Peters, Radford NAYES None A BSTA i N: None Final Orders 1. The petition of X B, Harnmond to rezone pproximately 47.7 cores from EP, Explore, Park, District to AG-3, Agricultural/Rural Preserve, District, located off Hammond Drive, Vinton Magisterial District was approved by the Board of Supervisors at a Public Hearing on August 28, 201Z 2, The petition of Christ the King Presbyterian Church to amend the proffered conditions on approximately 4,70 acres zoned C-1 C, Commerci l', District with conditions, and to obtain a special use permit for religibus, assembly, located in the 2400 block of Electric Road (Route 419) and near the intersection of tone brook Drive and Bridle Lane, Windsor Hiills Magister; District was approved by the Board of Supervisors at a public Headng on August 28, 201Z I An ordinance amending Chapter 5 "Animals and Fowl" and Sections 30-29 and 30-88-2 of the Roanoke County Code to pirovide for definitions, and to establish standards for Residential Chicken Keeping was approved by the Board of Supervisors at a Public Hearing on August 28, 2012, Citizen Comments VTit citizens requesting to speak, Mr. Radford closed the Gitizen comment period, Commissioners' and Staff Comments There were none. With no further business or comments, Mr, Radford adjourned the meeting! at 7:�16 p.m. Respectfully Submitted; Page 4 of 5 ROANOKE COUNTY PLOMING COMMS11UN MINUTES d Radfor Chairman, Roanoke " Planniing Commission zmffw a