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VINTON, VIRGINIA.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Bradley E. Grose, Mayor
Matthew S. Hare, Vice Mayor
Sabrina McCarty
Janet Scheid
MEMBER ABSENT: 1. Douglas Adams, Jr.
STAFF PRESENT: Christopher S. Lawrence, Town Manager
Susan N. Johnson, Town Clerk
Barry W. Thompson, Finance Director/Treasurer
FACILITATOR: Kathy Baske Young
The Council Retreat was reconvened on Wednesday morning, October 28, 2015, at 8:00 a.m.
Barry Thompson, Finance Director/Treasurer began the meeting with a review of a snapshot
of where we are and projections for the next three years relating to revenue, operating
expenses and capital expenses.
The Town Manager next commented on the Gainsharing Agreement with Roanoke County
that will expire in 2019 and reviewed several aspects of the current agreement, He then gave
an update on significant issues relating to water and sewer, stormwater, roads and bridges for
the next three to five years along with costs to be considered,
The next items on the agenda related to planning for future economic sustainability and
included hotel/motel tax rates, plans for Gish Mill, the old Library property, skate park,
swimming pool, War Memorial and Valley Metro
After lunch, the agenda included neighborhood vibrancy/comm unity spirit and a focus on
engaged and talented staff.
Ms. Young facilitated discussion of all topics and will prepare a final report for Council. After
closing comments, the meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
APPROVED:
Bradley E. Grose, Mayor
AlrrEST:
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`Susan N. Johnsor�JTown Clerk