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Vinton Town Council
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
PARTICIPATION WILL BE BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO
SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED, ORDINANCE NO. 1016
AND AMENDMENT 28 TO HOUSE BILL 29 ADOPTED AT THE 2020 RECONVENED
SESSION OF THE VIRGINIA GENERAL ASSEMBLY
The Vinton Town Council will hold its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2, 2020, using
electronic communication means without the public being present in the Council Chambers.
Participation by Council members, staff, and the public will only be available through electronic
means. The public will have access to observe this regular meeting of Town Council through a
livestream on the Town’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/vintonva. Citizens may register to
speak at this Council Meeting by calling the Town Clerk’s Office at 540-983-0607 or sending an email
to sjohnson@vintonva.gov by 12 Noon on Monday, June 1, 2020. Once registered, the citizen who
wishes to address Council will be provided the Zoom meeting information and will be allowed to join
the meeting and address Town Council by electronic means.
AGENDA
Consideration of:
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. CONFIRMATION THAT MEETING IS BEING HELD IN ACCORDANCE WITH
ORDINANCE NO. 1016 AND AMENDMENT 28 TO HOUSE BILL 29 ADOPTED AT THE
2020 RECONVENED SESSION OF THE VIRGINIA GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND ROLL
CALL
C. MOMENT OF SILENCE
D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U. S. FLAG
E. REQUESTS TO POSTPONE, ADD TO OR CHANGE THE ORDER OF AGENDA ITEMS
F. UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
G. CONSENT AGENDA
H. AWARDS, INTRODUCTIONS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS
1. Proclamation:
a. National Safety Month for the Month of June
Keith N. Liles, Vice Mayor
Sabrina McCarty, Council Member
Janet Scheid, Council Member
Michael W. Stovall, Council Member
311 South Pollard Street
Vinton, VA 24179
(540) 983-0607
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I. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS AND PETITIONS - This section is reserved for comments and
questions for issues not listed on the agenda.
J. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consideration of public comments regarding the proposed FY 2020-2021 Town of
Vinton Budget.
a. Open Public Hearing
• Report from Staff – Anne Cantrell
• Receive public comments
• Council discussion and questions
b. Close Public Hearing
c. Action to be taken on June 16, 2020
2. Consideration of public comments regarding the Town of Vinton’s intention to apply
for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for a local project to support the
local response to COVID-19 pandemic.
a. Open Public Hearing
• Report from Staff – Pete Peters
• Receive public comments
• Council discussion and questions
b. Close Public Hearing
c. Action to be taken on June 16, 2020
K. TOWN ATTORNEY
L. TOWN MANAGER
1. BRIEFINGS
2. ITEMS REQUIRING ACTION
a. Consider adoption of a Resolution to approve the updated Vinton Farmers’
Market Policy & Procedures – Chasity Barbour
b. Consider adoption of a Resolution authorizing the renewal of the Town of
Vinton Employees’ group health insurance coverage with The Local Choice
Program for the contract year July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 – Town
Manager
3. COMMENTS/UPDATES
M. REPORT FROM COMMITTEES
N. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES
1. Planning Commission
O. MAYOR
P. COUNCIL
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Q. ADJOURNMENT
NEXT TOWN COUNCIL/COMMITTEE MEETINGS:
June 9, 2020 – 1:00 p.m. – Finance Committee Meeting
June 16, 2020 – 7:00 p.m. – Council Meeting
NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.
be made to provide assistance or special arrangements to qualified individuals with disabilities in order to participate
in or attend Town Council meetings. Please call (540) 983-0607 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date so that
proper arrangements may be made.
Meeting Date
June 2, 2020
Department
Administration
Issue
Proclamation:
a. National Safety Month for the month of June
Summary
This Proclamation was prepared for the month of June.
Attachment
None
Recommendations
No action required
Town Council
Agenda Summary
Meeting Date
June 2, 2020
Department
Administration
Issue
Consideration of public comments regarding the proposed FY2020-2021 Town of Vinton Budget
Summary
This year’s proposed budget represents a balanced budget, despite large revenue decreases with the
uncertainty of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our locality. The purpose of this proposed
budget is to plan necessary operating and capital expenditures for the next fiscal year within our
current revenue forecasts with expenditure reductions to lessen the impact on our citizens who are also
experiencing the impacts of this pandemic in their personal lives.
The FY2020/2021 Proposed Budget for all funds totals $11,663,773. Allocation by fund, as well as a
comparison to the FY2019/2020 budget, is as follows:
Adopted FY20 FY21 $ Variance % Variance
Total $12,214,592 11,663,773 (550,819) (4.51)
The Notice of this Public Hearing was advertised in The Vinton Messenger on May 21 and May 28,
2020. A more detailed presentation will be given to Council by staff during the Public Hearing.
Attachments
Draft Ordinance
Recommendations
Conduct Public Hearing
Action to be taken on June 16, 2020
Town Council
Agenda Summary
PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY,
JUNE 16, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE VINTON
MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VINTON, VIRGINIA.
WHEREAS, the Town Charter requires that a budget be adopted by July 1st for the new fiscal
year; and
WHEREAS, the Council has reviewed the proposed budget and is of the opinion that the Town
government can operate for the twelve-month period beginning July 1, 2020 to June
30, 2021, with the revenues and expenditures contained in the attached budget; and
WHEREAS, any funds appropriated in this budget to any Town department may be used as
participating funds in any Federal Aid Programs for like purposes, with the prior
approval of the Town Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Town of Vinton, Virginia, that
the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021 be set forth herein.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance provides for the daily operation of the
department of law and the department of finance, and in an emergency.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this Ordinance takes effect July 1, 2020.
This Ordinance adopted on motion made by _____________________ and seconded by
_____________________.
AYES:
NAYS:
APPROVED:
__________________________________
Bradley E. Grose, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
Susan N. Johnson, CMC, Town Clerk
Revenues Total All Funds
General Fund
Grant Fund
$7,168,550
4,000
Utility Fund
Capital Fund
3,826,500
175,000
Stormwater Fund 489,723
Total Revenues $11,663,773
Expenditures
General Fund: Town Council $130,168
Town Manager's Office 116,468
Human Resources 55,579
Legal Services 42,558
Treasurer/Finance Department 246,827
Police Department 2,181,089
Communications Services 434,000
Fire & EMS 2,385
Police/Animal Control 94,580
Public Works Administration 120,560
Maintenance/Highways/Streets/Bridges 800,172
Snow and Ice Removal 45,421
Traffic Signs and Street Light 109,189
Refuse Collection 555,148
Recycling 86,144
Building & Grounds 138,422
Health Department 25,020
Special Programs 146,384
WM Interdepartmental Functions 10,000
War Memorial 260,274
Vinton Veterans Monument 5,000
Swimming Pool/Parks 3,290
Senior Program 92,280
Town Museum 13,445
Planning & Zoning 277,645
Economic Development 105,457
Public Transportation 115,000
Vinton Business Center 7,350
Performance Agreements 53,400
Retiree Insurance 5,000
Travel & Training 15,551
Debt Service - General Fund 444,882
Transfers 429,862
Grant Fund:
VML Risk Management Grant 4,000
Total Grant Fund $4,000
Utility Fund: Water & Wastewater Administration $439,560
Customer Accounts 305,900
Water System Maintenance 929,862
Purchased Water 145,000
Wastewater System Maintenance 847,173
Debt Retirement-Bonds/L.T.D. 770,629
Contingency 143,514
Transfers 244,862
Total Utility Fund $3,826,500
Capital Fund:
Street Mountain View Road Imp $175,000
Total Grant Fund $175,000
Stormwater Fund
Administration $128,738
Street & Road Cleaning 66,566
Operations 255,692
Debt Retirement 38,727
Total Stormwater Fund $489,723
Total Combined Expenditures $11,663,773
Meeting Date
June 2, 2020
Department
Administration
Issue
Consideration of public comments regarding the Town of Vinton’s intention to apply for a Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) for a local project to support the local response to COVID-19 pandemic.
Summary
The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is making available current
CDBG funding to small cities, towns, and rural counties to respond to local needs related to COVID-19
response. The goals of the newly dedicated CDBG funds for COVID-19 response are as follows:
1. Assist units of local government and communities respond to the health and economic impact of
COVID-19 by supporting Urgent Need recovery activities.
2. Collect best practices and create a network of resource sharing.
3. Provide up to $6,550,000 in Planning and Open Submission Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) funding during the 2020 funding cycle to address issues created or worsened by
COVID-19.
The purpose of the public hearing is to solicit public input on the Town possibly submitting a CDBG
application to DHCD for a COVID-19 Response Project.
A second Public Hearing will be held at the June 16, 2020 Town Council Meeting.
Attachments
None
Recommendations
Conduct Public Hearing
Town Council
Agenda Summary
Meeting Date
June 2, 2020
Department
Community Programs & Facilities
Issue
Consider adoption of a Resolution to approve the updated Vinton Farmers’ Market Policy &
Procedures
Summary
Town Council last approved the Farmers’ Market Policy in 2014 and the proposed updates include
best practices and operational procedures that are common and routine within farmers markets
throughout the State of Virginia. Staff has also removed the rental fees from the policy and they
will now be referenced within the Town’s Annual Budget Document within the Town of Vinton
Taxes, Licenses and Fee Schedule.
The keys highlights of the updated policy include the following:
1. The Market will operate Tuesday through Friday, 9am to 6pm and on Saturday, 9am to
2pm.
2. The Market will be open April through October.
3. Encourages and defines the sale of "Locally Grown" and "Virginia Grown" produce and
products.
4. The hours and mode of operation have been altered to increase the number and variety of
vendors at the market.
5. The daily, weekly and monthly rates have been removed from the policy and will be
referenced as part of the annual fee schedule that is included and authorized by Town
Council within the Town’s Annual Budget.
6. Incorporates updated rules and regulations of the Vinton Farmers' Market, the Virginia
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and other federal guidelines.
7. Establishes expectations of the vendors in working with the Town of Vinton and other
organizations during scheduled special event and festivals.
8. Outlines all necessary forms and applications necessary to operate at as a vendor at the
Vinton Farmers’ Market, to include Prepared Food and Beverage Meal Tax Form, Street
Closing Permit Request, and the Temporary Food Establishment Application for food
vendors and food trucks.
Town Council
Agenda Summary
The new rental fee schedule is as follows:
• Daily: $10.00
• Monthly: $240.00 (5 days per week)
• Special Event: $50.00 (daily, within the market area only)
Attachments
Vinton Farmers’ Market Policy & Procedures
Resolution
Recommendations
Motion to adopt Resolution
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VINTON FARMERS’ MARKET
POLICY & PROCEDURES
The Vinton Farmers’ Market, 204 West Lee Avenue, Vinton, Virginia 24179, is owned and
operated by the Town of Vinton. Since 1988, the market has provided a convenient location for
local farmers to sell fresh produce, flowers and plants, greenery, meat, eggs, jam and jellies, home-
made baked goods, as well as handmade crafts and original art.
The Vinton Farmers’ Market provides 24 covered stalls with tables for vendors and 44 free parking
spaces for customers. The market features a permanent stage at which concerts and community
events are held throughout the year.
The market is managed by the Town of Vinton’s Community Programs & Facilities Director,
Chasity Barbour, whose office is on the 2nd floor of the Vinton War Memorial. For any questions
you have regarding the Vinton Famers’ Market please call (540) 983-0645 or email
cbarbour@vintonva.gov.
Selling Goods at the Vinton Famers’ Market
Approved vendors may sell the following goods:
• Locally grown produce.
• Prepared foods. Baked goods such as cakes, fruit pies, breads, cookies, brownies, vinegar
dressings, dried herbs, rubs and seasonings for cooking are acceptable. No cream filled
pastries, custards, cream cheese filled items, or other items filled with dairy products are
acceptable. All baked goods must be labeled as follows: product name, list of ingredients
in order of predominance, accurate statement of the quantity in terms of weight, measure,
or count as appropriate, name and address of the person preparing the item.
*Vendors who intend to sell foods that are processed in the home must be familiar with
Section 3.2-5130 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended. See attached as Appendix A
of the Guidelines.
• Canned Goods including jams, jellies and honey. All canned goods must be labeled as
follows: product name, list of ingredients in order of predominance, accurate statement of
the quantity in terms of weight, measure, or count as appropriate, name and address of the
person preparing the item. Apple butter and similar butters require a kitchen inspection by
the Virginia Department of Agriculture. Vendors must be familiar with the Virginia
Department of Agriculture.
• Highly acidified canned goods such as pickled cucumbers, pickled beets, chow-chow and
salsa can be sold if the vendor has an inspection report from the Virginia Department of
Agriculture, Bureau of Food Inspection, (804) 786-3520. Home canned food products (low
acid can foods) such as vegetables, meats, etc. cannot be sold.
• Eggs and Cheese may be permitted for sale; however, they must be kept on ice or cooling
at 40 degrees or below and meet all local, state, and federal regulations.
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• Meats. The market allows the following meats to be sold with a properly approved
application permit: grass-finished beef, goat, lamb, and pork. These are allowed with the
following stipulations: Vendors certify that their meats are from an animal raised solely by
the vendor from start to finish. If animal is not born on their farm, the vendor can vouch
that their animal still meets the requirements of being hormone-free and antibiotic-free
when purchased, and throughout the remainder of its growth cycle, and the vendor has
raised the animal for a minimum of at least 6 months. Products must meet all local, state,
and federal governmental regulations for retail sale and be maintained at an approved
temperature until sold. Proper labeling and necessary processing inspection reports are
required for market sales and paperwork must be available for market management if
requested.
In addition: Beef must be pasture-raised, finished on grass, and receive no hormones,
preventative antibiotics, or grain. Animals must be raised on pastures that are rotationally
grazed, free of pesticides and herbicides.
Goat and Lamb must be pasture-raised, and receive no hormones or preventative
antibiotics. Animals must be raised on pastures that are free of pesticides and herbicides.
Animals must not be supplied with feed or supplements containing any animal by-products,
antibiotics, chemical wormers, or any other drugs.
Pork must be free of preventative antibiotics, synthetic hormones, or pesticides in
production. Feed given must not have contained antibiotics, chemical wormers, or any
other drugs. Swine must be allowed regular access to the outdoors with plenty of room to
move around and express natural behaviors.
All meat must be kept on ice or cooling at 40 degrees or below and meet all local, state,
and federal regulations for retail sale.
• Live Plants such as fresh greenery, homegrown cut flowers, balled in burlap or container
Christmas trees, or cut Christmas trees.
• Original Art and Handmade Crafts made by the vendor. No kits or pre-manufactured
items are permitted.
Craft items are defined as handcrafted decorative and/or functional items, including metal
works, wooden items, glass, jewelry, leather, textiles, baskets, fiber items (knit, crochet,
woven, etc.), cards, soaps, lotions, mosaics, candles.
Fine Art items are defined as paintings, prints, pastels, pencil, photography, hand-made
jewelry, pottery, sculpture, mixed media, stained glass, fiber art (weaving, spinning,
painted silk).
• Food Trucks and Pop-up Vendors must comply with the state and local health
department rules and regulations and complete a Food Truck Application that may be
obtained through the Community Programs Office at the Vinton War Memorial. Food
trucks and vendors must provide a copy of their permit with expiration date. Each vendor
must comply with the Food Protection Accreditation Program requirements as set forth by
the State of Virginia.
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Hours of Operation
The Vinton Farmers’ Market will operate from April through October, Tuesday through Friday
from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. The Town of Vinton
reserves the right to change or modify the operating hours and season.
Lease Agreement, Space Assignment and Parking
Information for space availability and a Farmers’ Market Space Reservation Form may be obtained
through the Community Programs Office at the Vinton War Memorial, 814 East Washington
Avenue, Vinton, VA 24179, Monday through Friday. Vendors may also download and complete
the Farmers’ Market application online at www.vintonva.gov.
Spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. A vendor may rent up to six spaces at any
one time. The Market Manager will have the authority to approve or disapprove any items being
offered for sale. The primary vendor has the first option to occupy a stall for which he or she has
paid. A secondary renter is a vendor who has made an arrangement with the primary renter, and
the Market Manager, to occupy a space during the primary renter’s absence. The primary vendor
retains the first option for the space. One parking space per table is provided.
No vendors will be allowed to sell except from designated spaces or accompanying parking spaces
unless otherwise authorized by the Market Manager. Vendors may park in the space in front of
their stalls. Vendors may sell from the parking space as long as it does not preclude other vendors’
access to their respective stalls. Vendors are not allowed overnight parking in the market area in
preparation for the next day’s sales. If a vendor has not occupied his or her reserved space by 9:00
am, the space will be available to another vendor for the day. Spaces will be held open for vendors
who inform the Market manager that they will be late due to circumstances beyond their control.
Extenuating circumstances or safety and sanitation requirements may require and authorize the
Market Manager to move market vendors to a location other than their leased space. The Town of
Vinton reserves the right to deny or revoke any lease when it is considered to be in the best interest
of the Market. The Town of Vinton shall give 30 days’ written notice prior to such cancellation
or change. All vendors shall be held responsible for the actions of their employees, agents, or
persons working with or for the vendor.
Fee Schedule
Fees to be charged shall be in accordance with the Taxes, License and Fees Schedule established
and approved by Town Council. Spaces/tables are available on a paid, reserved basis. Fees are
payable in advance at the Vinton Municipal Building, Treasurer’s Office, 311 South Pollard Street,
Vinton, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., (540) 983-0608; or at the Vinton War
Memorial, 814 East Washington Avenue, (540) 983-0645. Make checks payable to the Town of
Vinton.
For monthly or annual vendors, fees are payable in full before the first day of each month. Daily
vendors may pay onsite for days they occupy vendor space(s). Payments will be accepted for a
maximum of seven months. Failure to meet the terms of the rental agreement, to comply with
approved market procedures, or to make payment of fees on time will be considered as just cause
to immediately cancel any lease without prior notice. A 10-day grace period will be strictly
enforced for collection of rental fees.
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Licenses, Taxes and Permits
Any person using the Vinton Farmers’ Market for the purpose of offering for sale any items on the
premises must comply with all federal, state, and local ordinances. The collection and filing of all
related taxes are the responsibility of the individual vendor. Vendors selling on the market must
obtain a sales tax ID number. If vendors sell prepared food, a Registration for Tax Collection Form
must be secured from the Town of Vinton, Treasurer’s Office, (540) 983-0608. Vendors are
responsible for Prepared Food and Beverage Tax. The registration form can be found online at
www.vintonva.gov.
All weighing scales must have a current valid certification sticker signed by the inspector from the
Virginia Department of Weight and Measures. All vendors are responsible for making sure they
are operating legally.
Health, Sanitation, and Safety
The Town of Vinton will provide and empty all public litter containers for use by vendors and
customers in the Market area. Vendors will be responsible for the collection and removal of all
refuse generated from sales at their stall. All refuse is to be disposed of in the Dumpster. Vendors
must ensure that their stall/space is left clean and orderly at the end of each day. Failure to clean
up the assigned area will result in a loss of lease.
The Town of Vinton will not be responsible for damage or loss of any personal belongings left
unattended. Vendors who bring small children brought to the Market must ensure that the children
remain within the vendor’s leased area and be kept under adult supervision at all times. The Market
Manager shall have the authority to expel from the Market any person under the influence of
intoxicants, exhibiting disorderly conduct, gambling, or otherwise violating Market regulations.
Persons refusing to leave the premises after being requested to do so by the Market Manager will
be considered to be trespassing. Lessee and his/her representatives agree to protect and hold the
Town of Vinton harmless and to indemnify the Lessor, its officers, and employees form any and
all claims, demands, suits, actions, judgments, and recoveries, for damage, theft or injury
(including death) to property or person occurring as a result of lessee’s use of the leased property,
including loss or injury resulting to the Lessee, as the result of electrical or equipment failure, or
any other cause whatsoever.
Structural
Vendors must provide their own equipment and any additional set-up materials for display of
items. Vendors may not use nails or other set-up materials that may permanently damage stall
space or tables. No signs or advertisements are to be attached to the buildings or tables by staples,
screws, nails, etc. Any sign that a vendor wishes to use in his own selling area must first be
approved by the Market Manager.
No sign shall be used for commercial promotional activities of an advertising nature designed to
attract public attention or support for a product, commodity or service that is not available for sale
at such stall or the promotion for any business, political, controversial, or commercial entity. The
Town of Vinton will issue a regulation sign for vendors ‘assigned space. Any needed repairs,
hazardous conditions, or problems in the Market area should be reported to the Market Manager.
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General
Proper dress will be required by all vendors and approved by the Market Manager. Proper language
for a family atmosphere is also expected. No person shall make a public outcry, do “hawking” or
give any musical or other entertainment for the purpose of drawing customers or attracting
attention without prior permission from the Market Manager.
Vendors who violate any Vinton Farmers’ Market regulations will be first given an oral warning
by the Market Manager. Upon second violation, the vendor will be given a written warning from
the Community Programs & Facilities Director, and a third violation will result in the vendor
losing their lease with no refunds.
Community Events
The Vinton Farmers’ Market has several community events during the market season. The goals
of each event are the overall promotion of the Farmers’ Market, the downtown area, and the Town
of Vinton in general. The events encourage people to get acquainted with the market and return on
a regular basis.
Community Events include any event sponsored, co-sponsored, hosted, or space provided by the
Vinton Farmers’ Market/Town of Vinton on the market grounds. These events include the Arts
and Craft Shows, Shake, Bake & Spout Children’s Events, Mingle at the Market Concerts, Vinton
Dogwood Festival, Fall Festival/Oktoberfest/Rocktoberfest, Steakfest, or special-requested events
approved through the Town Manager’s Office and Community Programs Office.
Due to set-up time required or safety considerations, these events may require closing of the market
to the public during regular market hours. Vendors will be notified in advance of any changes to
the schedule. Vendors may be required to relocate or remove products during these events.
Vendors will receive a refund on a prorate basis for vendor space not available. The Town of
Vinton reserves the right to change market hours or availability.
Temporary food establishments (food vendors, food trucks, etc.) or festival organizers for any
community event are responsible for obtaining and providing the appropriate Temporary Food
Permits from the Roanoke County Health Department. Forms and applications can be found online
at http://www.vdh.virginia.gov.
Street closing requests are to be submitted no less than 30 days in advance of the community event
to the Town Manager’s Office. This enables the Town of Vinton to contact the appropriate
departments and property owners affected by a street closing. Requests for a Street Closing Permit
can be found online at https://www.vintonva.gov.
Adopted by Resolution No. ________on June 2, 2020.
1.Food manufacturing plants operating under a grant of inspection from the Office of Meat and Poultry Services or a
permit from the Office of Dairy and Foods in the Department; and Grade A fluid milk manufacturing plants and shellfish
and crustacea processing plants operating under a permit from the Virginia Department of Health;
2.Nonprofit organizations holding one-day food sales;
3.Private homes where the resident processes and prepares candies, jams, and jellies not considered to be low-acid or
acidified low-acid food products, dried fruits, dry herbs, dry seasonings, dry mixtures, coated and uncoated nuts, vinegars
and flavored vinegars, popcorn, popcorn balls, cotton candy, dried pasta, dry baking mixes, roasted coffee, dried tea,
cereals, trail mixes, granola, and baked goods that do not require time or temperature control after preparation if such
products are: (i) sold to an individual for his own consumption and not for resale; (ii) sold at the private home or at
farmers markets; (iii) not offered for sale to be used in or offered for consumption in retail food establishments; (iv) not
offered for sale over the Internet or in interstate commerce; and (v) affixed with a label displaying the name, physical
address, and telephone number of the person preparing the food product, the date the food product was processed, and the
statement "NOT FOR RESALE -- PROCESSED AND PREPARED WITHOUT STATE INSPECTION" shall be placed
on the principal display panel. Nothing in this subdivision shall create or diminish the authority of the Commissioner
under § 3.2-5102;
4.Private homes where the resident processes and prepares pickles and other acidified vegetables that have an
equilibrium pH value of 4.6 or lower if such products are (i) sold to an individual for his own consumption and not for
resale; (ii) sold at the private home or at farmers markets; (iii) not offered for sale to be used in or offered for
consumption in retail food establishments; (iv) not offered for sale over the Internet or in interstate commerce; (v) affixed
with a label displaying the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person preparing the food product, the
date the food product was processed, and the statement "NOT FOR RESALE -- PROCESSED AND PREPARED
WITHOUT STATE INSPECTION" shall be placed on the principal display panel; and (vi) not exceeding$3,000 in gross
sales in a calendar year. Nothing in this subdivision shall create or diminish the authority of the Commissioner under §
3.2-5102;
5.Private homes where the resident processes and prepares honey produced by his own hives, if: (i) the resident sells less
than 250 gallons of honey annually; (ii) the resident does not process and sell other food products in addition to honey,
except as allowed by subdivisions 3 and 4; (iii) the product complies with the other provisions of this chapter; and (iv) the
product is labeled "PROCESSED AND PREPARED WITHOUT STATE INSPECTION. WARNING: Do Not Feed
Honey to Infants Under One Year Old." Nothing in this subdivision shall increase or diminish the authority of the
Commissioner under § 3.2-5102; and
6.Retail establishments that (i) do not prepare or serve food; (ii) sell only food or beverages that are sealed in packaging
by the manufacturer and have been officially inspected in the manufacturing process; (iii) do not sell infant formulas; (iv)
do not sell salvaged foods; and (v) certify to the Department that they meet the provisions of this subdivision.
B.Nonprofit organizations, private homes, and retail establishments that qualify for an exception under subsection A shall
be exempt from inspection and the inspection fees. Nothing in this section shall prevent the Department from inspecting
any nonprofit organization, private home, or retail establishment if a consumer complaint is received.
C.Any person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor.
Code of Virginia
Title 3.2. Agriculture, Animal Care, and Food
Chapter 51. Food and Drink
§ 3.2-5130. Inspections required to operate food establishment.
A. It is unlawful to operate a food manufacturing plant, food storage warehouse, or retail food store until it has been
inspected by the Commissioner. This section shall not apply to:
1993, c. 936, § 3.1-398.1; 2003, c. 420; 2004, c. 953; 2008, cc. 459, 860; 2011, c. 316; 2013, c. 285.
APPENDIX A
RESOLUTION NO.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY,
JUNE 2, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO
SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, the Town’s current Vinton Farmers’ Market Policy was adopted on June 17, 2014;
and
WHEREAS, the Vinton Farmers’ Market strives to provide a convenient location for local farmers
to sell fresh produce, home-made baked goods, meat, eggs, jam and jellies, greenery, handmade
crafts and original art, flowers and plants; and
WHEREAS, the Vinton Farmers’ Market has seen a decrease in the amount of local produce
vendors over the past several years; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Vinton is trying to increase the local produce vendor population at the
Vinton Farmer’s Market by updating the 2014 Vinton Farmers’ Market Policy.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vinton Town Council does hereby adopt the
Vinton Farmers’ Market Policy & Procedures as presented.
This Resolution adopted on motion made by Council Member ________________, seconded by
Council Member __________________, with the following votes recorded:
AYES:
NAYS:
APPROVED:
__________________________________
Bradley E. Grose, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Susan N. Johnson, CMC, Town Clerk
Meeting Date
June 2, 2020
Department
Human Resources
Issue
Consider adoption of a Resolution authorizing the renewal of the Town of Vinton Employees’
group health insurance coverage with The Local Choice Program for the contract year July 1,
2020 through June 30, 2021.
Summary
• Insurance premiums received a 4.8% renewal increase effective July 1, 2020.
• The 500 Plan and the Key Advantage 1000 will be offered
• The Town absorbed the health insurance increase, which kept the employee premiums at
the same level.
Attachments
Resolution
Recommendations
Motion to adopt Resolution
Town Council
Agenda Summary
RESOLUTION NO.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY,
JUNE 2, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO
SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED
WHEREAS, the Town of Vinton has participated in the State’s group health insurance program
(The Local Choice Health Benefits Program) since July 1, 1990; and
WHEREAS, each year, participants of the program are required to submit a renewal acceptance to
the Virginia Department of Human Resource Management for the new contract
year.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Vinton Town Council does hereby authorize
renewal of the Town of Vinton Employees’ group health insurance coverage with the State of
Virginia (The Local Choice Program) for the contract year July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.
This Resolution adopted on motion made by ______________________, seconded by
__________________, with the following votes recorded:
AYES:
NAYS:
APPROVED:
_______________________________________
Bradley E. Grose, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Susan N. Johnson, CMC, Town Clerk
Meeting Date
June 2, 2020
Department
Council
Issue
Appointments to Boards/Commissions/Committees
1. Planning Commission
Summary
The following appointments need to be considered by Council:
Planning Commission
Keith Liles’ term on the Planning Commission will expire on June 6, 2020. Mr. Liles is interested
in being re-appointed to a new four-year term beginning June 7, 2020 and ending June 6, 2024.
Bob Patterson resigned from the Planning Commission effective November 12, 2019. Andrew
“Ty” Braxton has submitted an application to fill the vacancy created by Mr. Patterson’s
resignation. If appointed, Mr. Braxton’s term would be for four years beginning June 2, 2020 and
ending on June 1, 2024.
Attachments
None
Recommendations
Motion to re-appoint Keith Liles to the Planning Commission to a new four-year term beginning
June 7, 2020 and ending June 6, 2024 and to appoint Andrew “Ty” Braxton to a four-year term
beginning June 2, 2020 and ending on June 1, 2024
Town Council
Agenda Summary