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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1/29/2010 - Minutese PLANNING COMMISSION 0 1 MY1,1 01IF-A - WAP.M.11 I mom Roanoke County Commissioners Present: Ms. Martha Hooker Mr. Gary Jarrell Mr. Rodney McNeil Mr. David Radford Roanoke County Commissioner Absent: Mr. Steve Azar Roanoke County Staff Present: Mr. Philip Thompson Mr. Joe Obenshain, Senior Assistant County Attorney Mr, Tarek Moneir Mr. David Holladay Ms. Megan Cronise Ms. Lindsay Blankenship Mr. Chris Patriarca Ms. Amanda Micklow Ms. Tammi Wood Ms. Becky Mahoney Ms. Nicole Pendleton Ms. Tara Pattisall Ms. Susan Carter, Recording Secretary Roanoke City Commissioners Present: Mr. Kent Chrisman Mr. Henry Scholz Mr. Chad Van Hyning Mr. Rick Williams Ms, Angela Penn Mr. Mark Futrell Roanoke City Staff Present: Mr, Tom Carr Mr. Ian Shaw WORK SESSION: Mr. Jarrell called the Roanoke County Planning Commission meeting to order at 6:09 p.m. Page 1 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JANUARY 19, 2010 Mr. Chrisman called the Roanoke City Planning Commission meeting to order at 6:09 p.m. Approval of Agenda Mr. McNeil made a motion to approve the agenda, which passed 4 -0. Briefings: Mr. Radford provided an update on the Green Ridge Recreation Center. Mr. Scholz suggested information regarding the recreation center be placed on the city's website since it is a regional facility. Mr. Chrisman inquired about status of new library and roundabout. Mr. Moneir provided an update, noting protection of the nearby wetlands is an important issue. He discussed the roundabout location and progress of the project. Mr. Holladay further discussed the design and function of roundabout. Ms. Penn discussed the Peters Creek library which is shared by city and county residents. Mr. McNeil stated the Green Ridge Recreation Center is a catalyst for growth and development in the area. Mr. Scholz noted a large of amount of developable land is available in the Valley Park area. Mr. Radford stated the recreation center is the anchor for the business park. Mr. Williams stated since access by bicycles and pedestrians is difficult to many venues other options should be made available. Mr. Holladay discussed trails. Mr. Chrisman suggested providing links from greenways to the recreation center. Mr. Jarrell stated connections to nearby parks should be developed as well. Mr. Williams suggested connecting Hollins and Lick Run Greenways to the recreation center. Mr. Thompson provided status updates for the Peters Creek Corridors Plan and the Hollins Corridors Plan. He discussed retro- fitting areas as components of transportation will need to be a collaborative effort with the city in order to make the connections. Mr. Chrisman inquired about the status of Tinker Creek Greenway. Mr. Obenshain discussed this issue. Mr. Thompson stated the Roanoke Valley Regional Commission will be updating its bike plan this year. Mr. McNeil inquired about city's method of acquiring property easements for greenways. Mr. Carr stated flood reduction improvements can be used to enhance greenways. He stated greenways generally increase value of surrounding properties. Mr. Williams discussed the importance of designating pedestrian and bicycle areas. Mr. Holladay discussed designated crossings needed on Peters Creek Road. Mr. Chrisman requested that city staff research this issue. Mr. Scholz inquired about status of wind energy ordinance. Mr. Thompson stated no applications have been received but several citizens are interested in this issue. Mr. Carr stated the city has investigated placing wind energy on lighting structures in certain areas. Mr. Chrisman inquired about the status of Slate Hill. Mr. Thompson provided an update. Mr. Chrisman discussed lease agreements which may prohibit certain types of development in specific areas. Mr. Williams discussed the importance of offering incentives to developers. Mr. Scholz discussed density issues and controlling growth in certain areas. Mr. Thompson discussed the importance of infrastructure planning. Mr. Chrisman discussed stormwater runoff management. He stated Western Virginia Land Page 2 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JANUARY 19, 2010 Trust (WVLT) is protecting area lands. He suggested encouraging the state to continue to provide incentives to protect open spaces. Mr. Scholz discussed open spaces shared by both the city and county such as Carvins Cove. Mr. Thompson and Ms. Cronise discussed efforts by county to protect open spaces. Mr. Chrisman discussed the importance of protecting ridgeline areas. Mr. Williams discussed making center points within areas for mixed use. Mr. Radford and Mr. Jarrell discussed village centers which are part of the county's planning process and currently being implemented. Mr. Scholz inquired about public transportation availability in the county. Ms. Cronise stated currently a shuttle runs from Hollins University to the shopping mall and downtown area. She stated Plantation Road is also interested in bus service. Mr. Patriarca stated Route 419 and Brambleton Avenue area may also be interested in this type of service. Mr. McNeil inquired about how to acquire this service for the county. Mr. Chrisman stated the city subsidizes Valley Metro. Mr. Thompson noted a ridership survey would need to be conducted to see if it would be a viable service for the area. Mr. Patriarca reviewed previous use of this service within county. Mr. Jarrell inquired about how city advertises public information. Mr. Carr and Mr. Chrisman discussed the importance of reaching out to area clubs and organizations, including churches. The county commissioners discussed reaching out to large groups previously involved in other issues. Mr. Holladay stated the county has use RVTV, radio, newspaper, retirement centers, civic leaders, and electronic notification. Mr. Carr stated currently the city is working on street design guidelines, which includes updates of neighborhood plans. With no further business or comments, Mr. Jarrell adjourned the meeting at 7:46 p.m Respectfully Submitted: Susan Carter Recording Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission Philip ThApson Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission Approved: Steve Azar Chairman, Roanoke County Planning Commission Page 3 of 3