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HomeMy WebLinkAbout7/15/2014 - MinutesCommissioners Present: Ms. Martha Hooker Mr. Rick James Mr. Wayne Bower Mr. Jim Woltz Idr. Gete U,2rrwtoi Mr. Philip Thompsoin, Secretary Ms., Megan Cronise Ms. Tammi Wood Ms., Mary Zirkle Ms. Susan, McCoy, Recording Secretary Others Present: Mr. All Bedrosian, Board of Supervisors, Hollins Magisterial District Call to Order Ms. Hooker called the meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. ' Approval of Agenda Mr. Woltz made a motion to approve the agienda, which passed 4-0. Approval of Minutes Mr. James made a motion to approve the minutes of May 6, 2014„ and May 20, 2014 which passed 4-0. Election of Vice-Chairman Ms. Hooker opened the floor for nominations of vice-chairman for the remainder of the 2014 calendar year. Ms. Hooker nominated Mr. Marrano. No other nominations were received and the commission voted 4-0 for Mr. Marrano as vice-chairman for the remainder of 2014. Planning Commission Records Online Mr. Thompson provided a brief overview of the records online. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners reviewed the Planning Commission website, including searching archived meeting minutes and packets. He stated more information will be available on the website in the future. Pagie 1 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 15, 2014 Route 221 Waterline Extension Analysis Mr. Thompson provided a brief history of the Route 221 Waterline Extension project. He stated areas along the corridor have had water quality and quantity issues, including Forest Edge and Carriage Hills subdivisions. Ms. Wood provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the waterline analysis, including area zoning and future land use designations. She reviewed Western' Virginia Water Authority calculations of road frontage compared to acreage, including implementation of a 500 foot buffer from Bent Mountain Road. Mr. Thompson discussed public waterline access regulations and fees. Mr. Thompson, Ms. Wood, and the Commissioners discussed current water quality and quantity issues, including issues affecting the schools. They discussed gross acreage, allowable lots within the acreage, and topographical issues. Ms. Wood discussed the percentage of vacant and existing lots within and outside the subdivisions. She stated more information could be viewed on the County's website at w,roanokeC()UI1t y ggyj _p4 in the Community Planning Areas section. Mr. Woltz suggested revising current road standards due to topographical issues of the area. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed potential impacts from development and stormwater management regulations. Mr. Thompson and Ms. Wood discussed the proposed timeline for placing the project on the Capital Improvement Plan. Mr. Thompson, Ms. Wood, and the Commissioners discussed concerns regarding drilling new wells, including findings of the geotechnical study of the area. Mr. Thompson, noted development of new wells would likely include acquisition, of additional property. He stated that the proposed waterline would be constructed along the current right-of-way. Electronic Packets Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed the process for acquiring meeting packets via the website. He stated paper copies of the packets will no longer be provided beginning in September. Citizens' Comments There were none. Other Comments Ms. Hooker thanked Mr. Bedrosian for attending the meetiing. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners welcomed Mr. Bower to the Planning Commission. Mr. Thompson and the Commissioners discussed the status of the Route 419 Main Library. Mr. Thompson reviewed the July 15, 2014 Planning Services News & Notes, including upcoming meetings and events. Mr. James stated he will be unable to attend the August 5, 2014 Planning Commission Work Session. Page 2 of 3 ROANOKE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JULY 15, 2014 With no further business or comments, Ms. Hooker adjourned the meeting at 7:17 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: Susan McCoy Recording Secretary, Roanoke County Planning Commission - ___ 11�- h Secret , Roanoke County Planning Commission Approved: Martha Hooker Chairman, Roanoke County Planning Commission Page 3of3