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HomeMy WebLinkAbout6/16/2020 - Regular1 Vinton Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 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 16, 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 15, 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 1. Consider approval of the minutes: a. Regular Council Meeting of April 21, 2020 b. Regular Council Meeting of May 19, 2020 c. Regular Council Meeting of June 2, 2020 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 2 2. Consider adoption of a Resolution appropriating funds in the amount of $152.00 for the receipt of a check received for scrap metal property 3. Consider adoption of a Resolution appropriating funds in the amount of $2,689.01 for the receipt of an insurance claim made on a Town Vehicle that was intentionally damaged/vandalized by residents 4. Consider adoption of a Resolution appropriating funds in the amount of $3,425.00 for the receipt of an insurance claim for a damaged guardrail at Lynn Haven Circle and Washington Avenue H. AWARDS, INTRODUCTIONS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS 1. Recognition of Outgoing Council Member Janet Scheid I. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS AND PETITIONS - This section is reserved for comments and questions for issues not listed on the agenda. J. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Consideration of public comments regarding the Town of Vinton’s intention to apply for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for the Town of Vinton - COVID- 19 Response Project a. Open Public Hearing • Report from Staff – Pete Peters • Receive public comments • Council discussion and questions b. Close Public Hearing c. Consider adoption of a Resolution K. TOWN ATTORNEY L. TOWN MANAGER 1. BRIEFINGS 2. ITEMS REQUIRING ACTION a. Consider adoption of an Ordinance approving the Town of Vinton, Virginia budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021 – Anne Cantrell b. Consider adoption of an Ordinance accepting and appropriating funds in the amount of $706,693 from the Commonwealth of Virginia for the locally-based allocation distributed as a component of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act of 2020 – Anne Cantrell c. Consider adoption of a Resolution to transfer funds in the General Fund and Utility Fund between line items and cost centers to balance these accounts in the FY 2019-2020 Budget – Anne Cantrell 3 d. Consider adoption of a Resolution in support of the reopening of Rosie’s Gaming Emporium – Pete Peters e. Consider adoption of a Resolution ratifying and approving the Town of Vinton Strategic Plan 2020-2025 – Pete Peters 3. COMMENTS/UPDATES M. REPORT FROM COMMITTEES 1. Finance Committee N. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES 1. Greater Roanoke Transit Company O. MAYOR P. COUNCIL Q. ADJOURNMENT NEXT TOWN COUNCIL/COMMITTEE MEETINGS: July 7, 2020 - 7:00 p.m. – Investiture Service followed by Regular 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 16, 2020 Department Town Clerk Issue Consider approval of the minutes: a. Regular Council Meeting of April 21, 2020 b. Regular Council Meeting of May 19, 2020 c. Regular Council Meeting of June 2, 2020 Summary None Attachments April 21, 2020 minutes May 19, 2020 minutes June 2, 2020 minutes Recommendations Motion to approve minutes Town Council Agenda Summary 1 AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED, AND ORDINANCE NO. 1016 MEMBERS PRESENT: Bradley E. Grose, Mayor Keith N. Liles, Vice Mayor Sabrina McCarty Janet Scheid Michael W. Stovall STAFF PRESENT: Barry W. Thompson, Town Manager Susan N. Johnson, Executive Assistant/Town Clerk Jeremy Carroll, Town Attorney Pete Peters, Assistant Town Manager/Director of Economic Development Anne Cantrell, Finance Director/Treasurer Tom Foster, Police Chief Anita McMillan, Planning & Zoning Director Joey Hiner, Public Works Director Donna Collins, Human Resources Director/Risk Manager Chasity Barbour, Community Programs & Facilities Director OTHERS PRESENT: Debbie Adams, The Vinton Messenger The Vinton Town Council meeting was held via Zoom with livestreaming on the Town of Vinton, Virginia Government Facebook Page. The Mayor The Town Clerk called the roll with Council Council Member Stovall, Mayor Grose present and announced there was a announced the names of staff and others present, means. Roll call After a Moment of Silence, Vice Mayor Liles led the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag. Under awards, introductions, presentations and proclamations, the Mayor announced that three Proclamations have been prepared and sent out recently: Month for the month of April, Safety Telecommunicators Week for the week of April 12-18 and National Drinking Water Week for 2 The Town Attorney commented that the General Assembly would be reconvening the next day and there may be some additional guidance on the May elections and electronic meetings. He will keep Council updated. The next item on the agenda was to consider adoption of a Resolution awarding a construction bid and authorizing the Town Manager to execute a contract with Combs Land Solutions, DBA Summit construction of Glade Creek Greenway Phase 2A Anita McMillan first commented rebid of the Notice for Bid Construction Transportation (VDOT) has given award the bid. The bid tabulation included with the submitted Summit Contracting was the lowest responsive bid for the construction. Ms. McMillan next expressed appreciation to Liz Belcher and volunteers who assisted the contractor in clearing corridor prior to April 15th endangered bat time of year restriction. Council Member Scheid made a motion to adopt seconded by Vice Mayor Liles following roll call Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Adopted Resolution No. 2354 construction bid and authorizing the Town Manager to execute a contract with Combs Land Solutions, DBA Summit Contracting, Phase 2A The next item on the agenda was to consider adoption of a Resolution to appropriate funding and to award construction contracts for the emergency the Glade Creek Greenway Phase 2A Project Anita McMillan first commented that in the process sewer line and streambank erosion Creek. Due to the proximity of the sewer line, an emergency repair had to be done. Town Staff contacted five contractors and received three bids. The responsive bid for the sewer relocation line was S. J. Conner & Sons, Inc. and for the streambank restoration was Combs Land Solutions, DBA 3 Summit Contracting, the same contractor that will be doing the Greenway project. Ms. McMillan next commented that they have been working with engineers on preparing the required sediment control plan. been reviewed by the Engineers and they have confirmed that we do not have to file a work will be done above the ordinary high-water line. Council Member Stovall made a motion to adopt the Resolution as presented; the motion was seconded by Council Member McCarty following roll call Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Adopted Resolution No. 2355 appropriating funding and to award construction contracts sanitary sewer line and streambank repair and stabilization located along Glade Creek Glade Creek Greenway Phase 2A Project The Town Manager read a Facebook Post from April 20, 2020 commending the refuse crew for great community service. The Farmers’ Market will Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Rules regarding COVID-19 SNAP Program website and other social media. The PSAP grant projects at Hardy/Vinyard and Gus Nicks/Pollard intersections are moving forward. A flyer has been information about the projects, administered by VDOT. The Hardy/Vinyard project should be completed by late June or early July and the Gus Nicks/Pollard project should be completed in late November or early December. The Town Manager next commented that the public comment period for the TMDL Action Plan has been posted on the Town’s website. In accordance with (MS4) Permit issued by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality effective November 1, 2018- October existing TMDL Action Plans by May 1, 2020. The DEQ. 4 With regard to the Census, Julie Tucei has been doing a great job keeping the social media sites. The Town has had response rate to date in comparison County’s response rate of 62.8%. The Town Manager next turned the meeting over to Pete Peters for an update on the stimulus that has been coming back into the Town. In response to a question regarding the Hardy Road crosswalk at W. E. Cundiff, commented the funding would not be available until 2021. Pete Peters commented that the Virginia Workforce Board offered a lay-off a were over 100 applications from our Region. Jill Loope and Tom Rowley Economic Development were succes assisting two Vinton businesses in receiving some of those funds. Also, PFG received $8,300 and Magnets USA received $3,000t o assist with maintaining their staff levels. Mr. Peters further commented that there are other emergency disaster fund programs such as the T3 Program and U.S. Chamber Grant program. The Regional Partnership prepared a postcard that went out to all of the businesses who have licenses in the each of the localiti We have also r Loans. information being provided Chamber they are providing. Visit Virginia’s Blue Ridge and the Tourism Office is also doing a similar campaign. Under reports from Council Committees, Anne Cantrell met electronically on April 14, 2020. meeting, the Committee reviewed the February financial report and along with the items that would 5 Report that was a part of the agenda package and the total cash and investments available in February. Council Member Scheid made a motion to approve the February 2020 Financial Report the motion was seconded by McCarty and carried by the following members voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Approved February 2020 Financial Report The Mayor asked if there had been any comments since the bus stop has moved from across the street at Vinyard Road. The Town Manager responded that been received to date. The Mayor also commented on the important of the Census. Council Members commented that we need to support our local businesses appreciation to Town Staff for all of their hard work during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Vice Mayor Liles made a motion to adjourn the meeting; the motion Member Scheid with all members voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – The Mayor opened the Work Session for discussion on the FY2020 budget and the FY2021 budget. Anne Cantrell Office as a part of the permanent record. With regard to the pari- commented that we receive a share of all the locations in the State of Virginia. They are working on opening two other locations in Danville and hopefully increase our revenues as a whole. Council Member Stovall asked when the new machines would be going in at Rosie’s. Mr. Peters responded that he did not know a good timeframe expansion. commented that Cardinal was once 6 Cantrell responded that PFG is the number one water consumer with Cardinal being look at our other customers and try to anticipate if they would do something like Cardinal. Ms. Cantrell further commented that this was the first time we have had one of consumers Cardinal was using about 1 million gallons a month and now they are down to 200,000 a month, which was a huge revenue loss. Mr. Peters commented that wellness checks typically twice a year and they are now asking those businesses if they are planning any reductions or improvements in their water usage so we can account for that in the future. With regard to the Health Insurance, Donna Collins includes the Higher Deductible Plan (HDP). This plan is great if you do not go to the doctor that much or if you are constantly going a group, may not be able to utilize the coverage. With the other plans we have co-pays., but there are no co- deductible, your cost is 20%, which is $2,800 out of pocket for the employee and $5,600 out of pocket for employee plus one or family. The Town Manager commented that we might have to eventually offer the HDP as our health insurance premium continues to go up, but it would be wise to move from t Council. With regard to questions costs, Ms. Cantrell commented that we are different rainy day fund. The Town Manager also 7 and they can do something for their employee’s mid-year in order to offset the increase. Ms. Cantrell next commented that the addition cost approximately $40- comments and discussion on Option 1 and Option 2. Ms. Collins further com because of COVID-19 and the inability to meet with the employees and communicate what the changes would be. were not willing to consider. There was discussion elimination of the discussing a bi- had been rolled out. This might be a good time to look at introducing that since we need to do some cost cutting. Our recommendation would be to not eliminating the program, but go with bi-weekly recycling and bi-weekly bulk. The Mayor asked for a consensus from Council on Council gave th on behalf of the employees. The Mayor commented on the BPOL tax that is very politicians want to eliminate this tax. When we hear rumors like that, it should really get our attention. The Work Session adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Council gave their consensus for the Health Insurance Option 2 APPROVED: ________________________________ Bradley E. Grose, Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________ Susan N. Johnson, CMC, Town Clerk 1 AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED, AND ORDINANCE NO. 1016 MEMBERS PRESENT: Bradley E. Grose, Mayor Keith N. Liles, Vice Mayor Sabrina McCarty Janet Scheid Michael W. Stovall STAFF PRESENT: Barry W. Thompson, Town Manager Susan N. Johnson, Executive Assistant/Town Clerk Jeremy Carroll, Town Attorney Pete Peters, Assistant Town Manager/Director of Economic Development Anne Cantrell, Finance Director/Treasurer Joey Hiner, Public Works Director Chasity Barbour, Community Programs & Facilities Director OTHERS PRESENT: Debbie Adams, The Vinton Messenger Dan Miles, Roanoke Valley Resource Authority Zoom with livestreaming on the Town of Vinton, Virginia Government Facebook Page. The Mayor The Town Clerk called the roll with Council Council Member Stovall, Mayor Grose present and announced there was a announced the names of staff and others present, confirmed that the 2020 Reconvened Session of the Virginia General Assembly and participating by electronic means. Roll call After a Moment of Silence, Vice Mayor Liles led the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag. Under upcoming community events/ announced the following: the current participating class of Leadership Roanoke Valley (LRV) is watching our Town Council Meeting tonight via requirements; th during the COVID-19 Pandemic and has decided th 2 June 13th and June 27th Mingle at the Markets in hopes that we will be able to get back to our normal schedule later in July and congratulated the William Byrd High School 2020 graduates who had a drive-thru graduation ceremony today at the school. Council Member Scheid made a motion to McCarty and carried by the following vote, with all members voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Approved minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of April 7, 2020; adopted Resolution No. 2356 appropriating funds in the amount of $213.66 received from the advertising the importance and process of completing the 2020 Census form to every paper bill for households that are served by Under awards, introductions, presentations that four P sent out recently: for the month of May; the week of May 10-16; Week for the week of May 17-23 and Terrier Day in Honor of the William Byrd High School Class of 2020 – May 19. The next item on the agenda was to consider adoption of a Resolution approving the 2020-2021 operating budget of the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority commented that normally this been presented prior to April 1, 2020, but they requested an communities to delay that presentation because of the COVID-19 Pandemic. The budget of In order for the revenue and expenses to balance, overall decrease of $1,236,089 which is almost a nine percent decrease from the current fiscal year budget. The proposed budget does not include any increase in the municipal tipping fee. Mr. Miles next commented that the contributions to reserves have been steadily decreasing for the last four years. Four years ago they were at $1.3 million and this year they are at $10,000. 3 a declining net worth balance consistently such as what they have seen, it does not bode well for a healthy organization. are going to do with their transportation methodology. That decision will have to be made in order for them to move forward. When they get into the fiscal year, he would imagine substantial amount of the waste stream comes from businesses in the Roanoke Valley region. If these businesses stay closed and do not produce product to them, they will not be generating revenue. whether they are going to continue utilizing Norfolk Southern with their rail haul transportation or trucking the garbage and setting the transfer stations up to be able to utilize tractor trailers. Mr. Miles further commented that they received the Special Use Permit for the landfill operation, which allows the RVRA Board to determine the transportation to be used in the transportation corridor in and around the Smith Gap landfill. The Board has reopen negotiations with N engineer to review t project to make a determination as to whether or not what they are seeing is valid. They are anticipating reports from both of those projects to be back at the end of June and for the Board to receive the reports in July. Trucking would not be an issue for them because there are a number of transport providers that would be able to serve their needs. With rail, there is only one service provider. they would need to spend somewhere in the $6-7 acquisitions in order to make that change. With rail, they would be somewhere in the range of $23-24 4 containers and purchase additional equipment as well as updates to the rail. almost $20 million for trucking. Council Member Stovall made a motion to adopt the Resolution as presented; the motion was seconded by Council Member Scheid following roll call Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Adopted Resolution No. 2357 approving the 2020- Roanoke Valley Resource Authority The next item on the agenda was to consider adoption of a Resolution appropriating funds in the amount of $545,250.00 for the Walnut Avenue Bicycle and Pedestrian Accommodations Project – West Lee Avenue to 1st Street. reimbursable funds through Department of Transportation (VDOT) Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Roanoke Valley Transportation Policy Organization (RVTPO) endorsed this project and allocat funds for Vinton in 2018. On March 2, 2020 VDOT contract. The Town is in final preparation to select a design firm. their May 12 meeting and recommends approval. Council Member Scheid commented on the work of staff to get these grants and how important it is that the Town continues to get these grants through the TPO for these projects. She asked Anita McMillan to add up all of the money the Town has received Project, the Gus Nicks Blvd project and the Glade Creek Phase III project, it totals almost $2.5 million including this project under way now by staff to apply for Smart Scale funding for the rest of the Walnut Avenue project, which would be another $7 million. Unfortunately, State revenues for transportation funding are going the last couple of months and the huge decrease in fuel tax, which is what funds these grants. The next year or two are not looking good for these funds. 5 Council Member Scheid made a motion to adopt the Resolution as presented; the motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Liles following roll call Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Adopted Resolution No. 2358 appropriating funds in the amount of $545,250.00 for the Accommodations Project – West Lee Avenue to 1st Street The next item on the agenda was a briefing on Policy & Procedure and new branding materials to Charles R. Hill Community Center. Chasity reviewed the key highlights of the updated policy. The hours of operation for the FY2020-2021 through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They will open back up in November to sell Christmas trees as long as the season continues the way that it is. The new rental fee schedule will be $10.00 daily, $240 monthly and $50 daily for special events just included in the Taxes, Licenses and Fee Schedule allow them to adjust the rental fees from season to season based on supply and keep them aligned with the rate structure of the War Memorial and the Community Center. Ms. Barbour next commented on the new branding logos for the Farmer’s Market and the Community The two logos were designed by her and Sherri Winkler. The next item on the agenda was an overview of FY2020-2021. The Town Manager made opening comments from the Propos Letter. He then turned the meeting over to Anne Cantrell for a more detailed presentation of the FY 2021 Budget. Ms. Cantrell reviewed a PowerPoint Office as a part of the permanent record. With regard to the Utility Fund Revenue Budget, 6 & Company’s rate study this past fall, Council adopted an Ordinance 8% on the service charge and 6% on the volumetric rate each July 1st until FY2023. This included the roughly Due to revenue loss from our third highest user, we are re-evaluating with Davenport & Company to see if the rate structure that we adopted can still support the improvements that we need to make. $263,189.71, this total decrease allowed the budget fund balance. Fu Before the COVID- capital replacement and felt we could take care of the revenue losses became apparent, staff had to required for the Mountain View Road Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) application improve during the budget year, th Council as a resource for possible appropriation. Messenger, staff sent the Public Hearing Notice last Friday for the proposed Budget, which will the two-week period as required by law. The Public Hearing will be held on June 2nd, Finance Committee review on June 9th adoption of the budget by Council on June 16th. then asked was that one of the positions that was being frozen. The Town M that staff was premature in making that statement because we did not have the data on the carts and the flippers and we have not been able to deliver 7 pickup to offer it one week and recycling the next to utilize the same employee for bulk and recycling. We would move the second employee and eliminate the second position on the recycling truck. Vic to make up the difference of the five-year plan for Town Manager responded that we did not have to use our unappropri disappointed that the plan was not followed. Council Member Scheid commented that she has talked about this over the last year in terms of the savings from that one employee to pay for the cost of the carts, $200,000. That was a decisive factor in Council’s on the truck and we should n idea. Council Member Scheid next commented that she potential for it to be sitting out for two weeks and blowing around the neighborhoods. not involved in the process when the refuse carts Member Scheid has been adamant that when that decision was made that the refuse crew would go an issue that we have to address. The Mayor commented that this matter had been 8 Perhaps we need to direct the Public Works Committee to review it again to see if we can try to achieve the goal of three refuse crew members. If not, we need to put this behind us and try to make that revenue up from another source. Vice Mayor Liles further commented that Council would not have moved forward if they were given the correct information. Going forward he expects staff to do their research and make sure they can answers that are given. Council Member Scheid count on the information they are given, but she is glad we moved forward with the carts work that staff has done on the budget. The Town will come out of this COVID- once we do, the first and foremost thing we need to look at are the employees of the Town. The Town Manager commented that Chief Foster wanted to let Council know that participating in the meeting tonight because it is his 30th wedding anniversary. He wanted me to say to knows. Chief Foster also wanted Council to know that the William Byrd High School graduation procession The Police Department was glad to be a part of the event and they want to congratulate all of the William Byrd High School graduates. received an email from Registrar with the results of today’s election: Mayor Grose – 410 votes with 5 write-ins; Liles – 373 votes and Mullins 344 votes with five write-ins. Congratulations to all of the winners. Under reports from Council Committees, Anne Cantrell met electronically on May 12, 2020. meeting, the Committee reviewed the Walnut Bureau Grant appropriation, the budget forecast for FY2020 and the FY2021 proposed budget. 9 The Committee also reviewed the March Financial Report and investments available in March. Vice Mayor Liles made a motion to a March 2020 Financial Report motion was seconded by Council Member McCarty and carried by the following vote, with all members voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Approved March 2020 Financial Report The Mayor commented that Town staff has really stepped up to bat during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The citizens can be confident that we will continue to deliver the core services during this time. The Mayor then thanked citizens for electing him to has a great future Comments from Council Members: Vice Mayor Liles congratulated the Mayor and thanked the citizens for re- Laurie Mullins to Council. The Town was looking phenomenal with the budget until the COVID-19 Pandemic. It will take some hard work, but we were on track and can get back on track again. We have a lot of transformation going on and it will not take us too long with the excitement and momentum of our citizens and staff. Vice Mayor Liles also agreed that we do need to look after our employees. Council Member McCarty since the COVID-19 Pandemic has started. She e and local restaurants. Council Member Stovall passion she brought to Council. Council Member Scheid and Vice Mayor on their re-election and commented that public service is a steps up to serve heart and will work hard. She also welcomed Laurie 10 Council Member Scheid next asked Pete Peters for an update on the Lime scooters. responded that Nathan McClung contacted the government liaison for Lime and found out that they intention of being within the town limit and were in Mr. McClung communicated to them procedures to follow if they were to locate in Town. expansion. Vice Mayor Liles made a motion to adjourn the Member McCarty and carried by the following vote, with all members voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – APPROVED: ________________________________ Bradley E. Grose, Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________ Susan N. Johnson, CMC, Town Clerk 1 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, AND ORDINANCE NO. 1016 MEMBERS PRESENT: Bradley E. Grose, Mayor Keith N. Liles, Vice Mayor Sabrina McCarty Janet Scheid Michael W. Stovall STAFF PRESENT: Barry W. Thompson, Town Manager Susan N. Johnson, Executive Assistant/Town Clerk Jeremy Carroll, Town Attorney Pete Peters, Assistant Town Manager/Director of Economic Development Anne Cantrell, Finance Director/Treasurer Donna Collins, Human Resources Director/Risk Manager Chasity Barbour, Community Programs & Facilities Director OTHERS PRESENT: Debbie Adams, The Vinton Messenger Zoom with livestreaming on the Town of Vinton, Virginia Government Facebook Page. The Mayor The Town Clerk called the roll with Council Council Member Stovall, Mayor Grose present and announced there was a announced the names of staff and others present, 2020 Reconvened Session of the Virginia General Assembly and participating by electronic means. Roll call After a Moment of Silence, Vice Mayor Liles led the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag. Under awards, introductions, presentations that a Proclamation was prepared National Safety Month for the Month of June. The next item on the agenda was the consideration of public comments proposed FY 2020-2021 Town of Vinton Budget. 2 Anne Cantrell reviewed a PowerPoint presentation, which is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office as a part of the permanent record. totals $11,663,773, which is a 4.51% decrease from followed by the General Fund at 4.77%. The Grant fund has no change from last year, the Utility Fund has an increase of 2.79% and the Stormwater Fund contains an increase of 6.41%. Ms. Cantrell next commented the preparation of this impacts of COVID-19 Pandemic and reviewed the Proposed Budget Highlights, the General Fund and Utility Fund Revenues and Expenditures. The reductions total $263,189.71. With regard to the CIP, due to the loss of revenues, the only item recommended for funding is the $175,000 match for the Improvement the budget year, an amended plan will be included in the Council for possible appropriation during the year. reduce the Refuse Budget by $40,000; unfreeze one vacant Highway Street Crew Position and position; revise CIP Multi-Year Plan to remove the $175,000 funded portion of M $145,000 for a contingent project overage and revise the CIP Multi- Clearview/Hardy Road Traffic Signal Upgrade from Year Eight to Year One. Under public comments, the Town Clerk the record a called-in comment from Linda Short of 626 East Augusta Avenue eliminate the recycling because she felt that more 3 Vice Mayor Liles asked if the bulk pickup was just temporary. The Mayor responded that he hoped something we are going to have to wa Council Member Stovall commented that he agreed with the Mayor and Vice Mayor. Everything that we are experiencing right now under the COVID-19 Pandemic is temporary because we were forced to running, it could go back to like it was. Council Member Stovall the position with the Police Department be 100% grand funded, before the decision if that position goes back into the operating budget. Ms. Cantrell responded that originally the grant was to be would get us through this budget and three months fiscal year. There has been some pushback over the past year and it was difficult to get the funding secured in this fiscal year. The Police Department Obviously, that grant has not been functioning during COVID-19 Pandemic and is vacant and will not be filled right now. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing with action to be taken on June 16, 2020. Public Hearing Closed The next item on the agenda was the c Town of Vinton’s intention to apply for a Community project to support the local response to COVID-19 pandemic. The Mayor opened the Public Hearing at 7:27 p.m. Pe Development (DHCD) $6.5 million towards local governments to address worsened because of the COVID-19 Pandem consider for these funds and staff has been looking at respond and do something for our local economy We have identified a project and will share more Public Hearing Opened 4 June 16, 2020. The intent of tonight’s public hearing is to solicit comments from the public on the Town’s intention to apply as a general application. There were no public comments. The Mayor closed the Public Hearing at 7:28 p.m. with action to be taken following the Second Public Hearing on June 16, 2020. Public Hearing Closed The next item on the agenda was to consider adoption of a Resolution to approve the updated Vinton Farmers’ Market Policy & Procedures Chasity Barbour briefly reviewed the key highlights schedule. vendo Barbour responded before the COVID-19 Pandemic, they were on track for Saturdays to have at least up to 10 vendors. When COVID-19 started, all of the Farmers’ Markets in the State shut down and we just received t back up a few weeks ago. They asked us to try to keep it to one vendor unless we could space them out 20 feet apart. With the beginning of Phase II, she will be able to start contacting more vendors to see if they are interested. She has a Zoom meeting this week with all of the farmers’ market managers in the State that will give her more details. Council Member McCarty made a motion to adopt Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Adopted Resolution No. 2359 to approve the updated Vinton Farmers’ Market Policy & Procedures The next item on the agenda was to consider adoption of a Resolution authorizing the renewal of Program for the contract year July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021. The Town i i 5 Plan and the Key Advantage 1000 will be offered. Council was gracious enough to absorb the health insurance increase in the upcoming budget to keep the employee premiums at the same level. The Town is required to Resource Management. The Town has been with 1990. Vice Mayor Liles Resolution as presented; the motion was seconded by Council Member Stovall Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Adopted Resolution No. 2360 authorizing the renewal of coverage with The Local Choice Program for the contract year July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 The Town Manager commented on the Staff met with Servpro today about doing a deep cleaning of all of our buildings on June 18th and 19th Monday, June 22nd. We feel like the deep cleaning of the buildings is ve our employees and the public when they come back into the building. We are working on updating our policies for reopening and will be sharing those with Council in the next week. With regard to the CARES Act, the the Town will receive will flow through Roanoke County. Staff has been in communication with the County because the actual use of that money has been vague, we are all trying to figure out what the cannot be used for revenue replacement, which is unfortunate. Once we have a better handle on that we will update Council. The Town Manager next turned the meeting over to Pete Peters for comments regarding e-bikes. Mr. Peters commented that there is legislation that will take effect on July 1st regarding e- bikes to allow them to be treated as a regular pedal powered bike. and now the e-bikes will no longer b 6 action in the future to prohibit e-bikes from our impro require a Public Hearing. Town staff has discussed this and had Commission and recommends that we wait to see address the new legislation. They have more linear mileage of greenways than the Town, but we do tie unto both of their greenways. Roanoke City had a work session yesterday, but no real consensus was reached on which direction to go. They scheduled a Public Hearing for June 25th. going to be quite an issue on the Gree There is a lot of merit for e- disabled speed. They can go up to 20- We are going to have to see how this goes forward, but it is something to think about. Mr. Peters further commented there has been some discussion with the Greenway Commission and the other jurisdictions place on the Greenways to somewhat regulate the e-bikes. It will be an e prohibit them, that issue. Vice Mayor regularly. They have asked about lights behind the former beauty salon due to some nighttime activity going on down there in the parking lot at the trailhead. responded that the Greenway there at night. If there are, then that is enforcement ability. Under appointments to Boards/Commissions/ Committees, the Mayor commented that Mayor’s expire on June 6, 2020 and he is interested in being re-appointed to a new four- June 7, 2020 and ending June 6, 2024. Also, Bob Patterson resigned from the Planning Commission on November 12, 2019 7 to fill the vacancy created by Mr. Patterson’s resignation. If appointed, Mr. Braxton’s term would ending on June 1, 2024. Council Member McCarty made a motion to re- appoint Keith Liles to the Planning Commission to a new four- Braxton to a four-year term beginning June 2, 2020 and ending on June 1, 2024; seconded by Council Member Stovall by the following vote, with all members voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – Grose; Nays (0) – None. Re-appointed Commission to a new four- beginning June 7, 2020 and ending June 6, 2024; appointed Andrew “Ty” Braxton to a four-year term beginning June 2, 2020 and ending on June 1, 2024 The Mayor commented on the building reopening to the public and was glad there will be a deep cleaning to safe as possible and on the recent recognitions of the 2020 high school graduates as well at those that graduated from other grades through parades and other recognitions. Comments from Council Members: Vice Mayor Liles commented on all of Town Staff’s work on the bu everyone recent tour of Gish’s Mill and Vinyard Station and various graduations. Council Member McCarty Farmers’ Market and that she was looking forward to the COVID-19 Pandemic going away so we can get back to our events and the have had in Town for the past several years. She thanked all of Staff for the work on the budget and the fact that we did not have to eliminate any jobs and did a good job of restructuring some services. Council Member McCarty next asked Pete Peters for update on the Billy Byrd apartments. Mr. Peters responded they are at approximately 50% occupied and the owner is pleased considering the economic environment we are in. She also thanked the Town Manager for 8 on and thanked Chief Foster and the Police Department for doing what they could do. Council Member Stovall Town employees and the fact that in t the Pandemic and the budget situation that all current employees will remain employed. He also commented on the parades held around Town for the different school graduations. open on the 22nd or just the Municipal building. The would be different Community Center. Vice Mayor Liles made a motion to adjourn the Member Stovall with all members voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – McCarty, Scheid, Stovall, Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – APPROVED: ________________________________ Bradley E. Grose, Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________ Susan N. Johnson, CMC, Town Clerk Meeting Date June 16, 2020 Department Public Works Issue Consider adoption of a Resolution appropriating funds in the amount of $152.00 for the receipt of a check received for scrap metal property. Summary A check in the amount of $152.00 has been received from D. H. Griffin Wrecking Company, Inc and deposited in Revenue Account 200.1901.001 Recoveries and Rebates. This check is for scrap metal property from the Public Works Department. It is necessary to appropriate the $152.00 to Public Works Operating Budget Account Number 200.1221.350 Public Works Administration, Maintenance and Repairs Building. 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 16, 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 had scrap metal from the Public Works Department through D. H. Griffin Wrecking Co., Inc.; and WHEREAS, the revenue received from the scrap metal has been received into the Revenue Account 200.1901.001– Recoveries and Rebates in the amount of $152.00; and WHEREAS, in order that the money can be used for building needs and repair work in the Public Works Department, it is necessary for the Vinton Town Council to appropriate the funds from the Revenue Account 200.1901.001 – Recoveries and Rebates to the Public Works Operating Budget Account Number 200.1221.350 Public Works Administration, Maintenance and Repairs Building. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vinton Town Council does hereby approve the following transaction: BUDGET ENTRY GENERAL LEDGER: 200.25100 Appropriations $152.00 200.25000 Estimated Revenue $152.00 FROM REVENUE: 200.1901.001 Recoveries and Rebates $152.00 TO EXPENDITURE: 200.1221.350 Maintenance & Repair Building $152.00 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 16, 2020 Department Public Works Issue Consider adoption of a Resolution appropriating funds in the amount of $2,689.01 for the receipt of an insurance claim made on a Town Vehicle that was intentionally damaged/vandalized by residents. Summary On April 28, 2020, a dump truck was intentionally damaged/vandalized by residents, while in use as Adopt-A-Truck for a special case. A check in the amount of $2,689.01 has been received from Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) and deposited in Revenue Account 300.1901.001 Recoveries and Rebates. This check is for the payment of damage loss less the deductible of $500.00 on a 1999 Chevrolet 6500 Dump Truck. It is necessary to appropriate the $2.689.01 to Public Works, Water System Maintenance, Account 300.9410.304, Maintenance & Repairs, Equipment in order to pay the repair invoices for the damages. 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 16, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED WHEREAS, on April, 28, 2020, a dump truck incurred damage; and WHEREAS, the proper insurance filing was made to the Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) and the amount less the $500.00 deductible has been received into the Revenue Account 300.1901.001– Recoveries and Rebates in the amount of $2,689.01; and WHEREAS, in order that repair invoices can be paid when received, it is necessary for the Vinton Town Council to appropriate the funds from the Revenue Account 300.1901.001 – Recoveries and Rebates to the Public Works Operating Budget Account Number 300.9410.304 Maintenance and Repair of Equipment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vinton Town Council does hereby approve the following transaction: BUDGET ENTRY GENERAL LEDGER: 300.25100 Appropriations $2,689.01 300.25000 Estimated Revenue $2,689.01 FROM REVENUE: 300.1901.001 Recoveries and Rebates $2,689.01 TO EXPENDITURE: 300.9410.304 Maintenance & Repair of Equipment $2,689.01 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 16, 2020 Department Public Works Issue Consider adoption of a Resolution appropriating funds in the amount of $3,425.00 for the receipt of an insurance claim for a damaged guardrail at Lynn Haven Circle and Washington Ave. Summary On October 27, 2019, the guardrail at Lynn Haven Circle and Washington Ave. was damaged by a motor vehicle. Two checks totaling $3,425.00 has been received from Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) and deposited in Revenue Account 200.1901.001 Recoveries and Rebates. These checks were for the payment of damage to the guardrail at Lynn Haven Circle and Washington Ave. It is necessary to appropriate the $3,425.00 to Public Works, Highways, Streets & Bridges, Account 200.4101.302, Contractual Services in order to pay the repair invoices from Guard Rail of Roanoke, Inc. 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 16, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED WHEREAS, on October 27, 2019, the guard rail and Lynn Haven Circle and Washington Avenue incurred damage; and WHEREAS, the proper insurance filing was made to the Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) and the amount has been received into the Revenue Account 200.1901.001– Recoveries and Rebates in the amount of $3,425.00; and WHEREAS, in order that Guard Rail of Roanoke can be paid, it is necessary for the Vinton Town Council to appropriate the funds from the Revenue Account 200.1901.001 – Recoveries and Rebates to the Public Works Operating Budget Account Number 200.4101.302, Highways, Streets & Bridges. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vinton Town Council does hereby approve the following transaction: BUDGET ENTRY GENERAL LEDGER: 200.25100 Appropriations $3,425.00 200.25000 Estimated Revenue $3,425.00 FROM REVENUE: 200.1901.001 Recoveries and Rebates $3,425.00 TO EXPENDITURE: 200.4101.302 Contractual Services $3,425.00 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 16, 2020 Department Council Issue Recognition of Outgoing Council Member Janet Scheid Summary Council will recognize Outgoing Council Member Janet Scheid Attachments None Recommendations No action reqired Town Council Agenda Summary Meeting Date June 16, 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 the Town of Vinton - COVID-19 Response Project. 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 Town has successfully utilized CDBG funds in the recent past to implement housing rehabilitation and economic development projects in Vinton. Most recently, the Town has utilized CDBG funds for: Downtown Business Revitalization Improvements; Virginia Individual Development Account Program (VIDA); and the Cedar Ave and W. Cleveland Ave Housing and Community Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project. The Town of Vinton - COVID-19 Response Project will be seeking up to $750,000 to assist a local business with the purchase of additional equipment necessary to increase their manufacturing of medical grade fabric that is used to produce Personal Protective Equipment specifically for gowns to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The result of this increased manufacturing capability will result in an additional 30 employees, of which at least 16 will be targeted to benefit Low to Moderate Income (LMI) individuals or households. Council was briefed and an initial Public Hearing was held at the June 2, 2019 Council Meeting. Attachments Resolution Recommendations Conduct Public Hearing Motion to adopt the Resolution Town Council Agenda Summary RESOLUTION NO. AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2020 AT 7:00 PM BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED WHEREAS, the Commonwealth of Virginia has been authorized to distribute and administer Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds pursuant to the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended; and WHEREAS, DHCD (Department of Housing and Community Development) has been authorized by the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia to distribute and administer CDBG according to the CDBG Program Design; and WHEREAS, DHCD is making available current CDBG funding to small cities, towns, and rural counties to respond to local needs related to COVID-19 response; and WHEREAS, the Town intends to apply for up to $750,000 in CDBG grant funds to assist a local business with the purchase of additional equipment necessary to increase their manufacturing of medical grade fabric that is used to produce Personal Protective Equipment specifically for gowns to combat the COVID-19 pandemic; and WHEREAS, as a result of this increased manufacturing capability, the business expansion will hire an additional 30 employees, of which at least 16 will be targeted to benefit Low to Moderate Income (LMI) individuals or households; and WHEREAS, the Town has successfully utilized CDBG funds in the recent past to implement housing rehabilitation and economic development projects in Vinton, to include the Downtown Business Revitalization Program, the Virginia Individual Development Account Program (VIDA) and the Cedar Avenue and W. Cleveland Avenue Housing and Community Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Vinton Town Council does hereby authorize the Town Manager to submit a 2020 CDBG Grant Application for the Town of Vinton COVID-19 Response Project as presented to Council and any other necessary documents. This Resolution was 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 1 Meeting Date June 16, 2020 Department Administration Issue Consider adoption of an Ordinance approving the Town of Vinton, Virginia budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021 Summary This year’s 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 Budget for all funds totals $11,673,527. 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 11,673,527 (541,065) (4.43) The required notice of the proposed budget was advertised in the Vinton Messenger on May 21 and May 28, 2020 and the Public Hearing was held on June 2, 2020. Attachments Ordinance Recommendations Motion to adopt Ordinance Town Council Agenda Summary ORDINANCE NO. AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED 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 499,477 Total Revenues $11,673,527 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 821,270 Snow and Ice Removal 45,421 Traffic Signs and Street Light 109,189 Refuse Collection 515,148 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 448,764 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 861,807 Debt Retirement-Bonds/L.T.D. 770,629 Contingency 124,004 Transfers 249,738 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 265,446 Debt Retirement 38,727 Total Stormwater Fund $499,477 Total Combined Expenditures $11,673,527 1 Meeting Date June 16, 2020 Department Administration Issue Consider adoption of an Ordinance accepting and appropriating funds in the amount of $706,693 from the Commonwealth of Virginia for the locally-based allocation distributed as a component of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act of 2020 Summary Congress passed and the President recently signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act of 2020. This Act provides funding for a number of different programs to address the COVID-19 pandemic. A primary component of the CARES Act is $150 billion in assistance to state, local, territorial, and tribal governments for the direct impact of the COVID-19 pandemic through the establishment of the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF). Allocations were sent to states based on population. Each state received 55 percent of its share based on total state population and the remaining 45 percent was based on the local populations of each state’s cities and counties. Roanoke County's share was 1.1035% or $8,217,365. Counties must ensure that an equitable share of the CRF funds it receives are shared with and granted to each town within its jurisdiction. The County of Roanoke has agreed to share with the Town of Vinton a percentage of the total CARES Act funds received based on the Town Population to the County Population, which would amount to 8.60% or $706,693. These funds may be used for qualifying expenses of state and local governments. The CARES Act provides that payments from the CRF only may be used to cover costs that: 1. Are necessary expenditures incurred due to the public health emergency with respect to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19); 2. Were not accounted for in the budget most recently approved as of March 27, 2020 (the date of enactment of the CARES Act) for the State or government; and 3. Were incurred during the period that begins on March 1, 2020, and ends on December 30, 2020 Town Council Agenda Summary 2 Staff continues to work to understand the eligible uses and rules related for the CARES Act funding. We are still awaiting clarification on whether the funds have to be spent with expenditures completed by December 30 or if having funds encumbered by December 30 is sufficient. Below is a list of some of the ideas we are discussing for use of the CARES Act funding: 1. Improvements to facilities to improve health and safety for employees and the public 2. Small business assistance 3. Laptops and related equipment for teleworking and distance learning 4. Other eligible expenses to include personnel costs, personal protective equipment, and other departmental qualifying expenditures. Staff will continue to work on a specific budget for the CARES Act and bring this to Council for your approval. Attachments Ordinance Recommendations Motion to adopt Ordinance 1 ORDINANCE NO. AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED WHEREAS, in response to the present Coronavirus pandemic, on April 7, 2020, the Vinton Town Council confirmed the Town Manager’s declaration of state of emergency effective March 16, 2020, subsequent to declarations of states of emergency by the President of the United States and the Governor of Virginia; and WHEREAS, following such declarations of emergency, the United States Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which established a $150 billion Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) to assist state, local, territorial and tribal governments with direct costs associated with the Coronavirus pandemic; and WHEREAS, Virginia’s allocation of these funds is $3.1 billion; and WHEREAS, on May 12, 2020, the Virginia Secretary of Finance notified Roanoke County that its allocation of funds made available through the CARES Act is $8,217,365; and WHEREAS, Counties must ensure that an equitable share of the CRF funds it receives are shared with and granted to each town within its jurisdiction; and WHEREAS, the County of Roanoke has agreed to share with the Town of Vinton a percentage of the total CARES Act funds received based on the Town Population to the County Population, which would amount to 8.60% or $706,693; and WHEREAS, these funds may be used only for qualifying expenses; the CARES Act provides that payments from the CRF may only be used to cover costs that 1) are necessary expenditures incurred due to the public health emergency with respect to the Coronavirus disease; 2) were not accounted for in the budget most recently approved as of March 27, 2020 (the date of enactment of the CARES Act); and 3) were incurred during the period that begins on March 1, 2020, and ends on December 30, 2020. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the Vinton Town Council hereby approves the following: 1. That the sum of $706,693 will be set aside in the County of Roanoke’s Grant Fund for the Town of Vinton in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, and is formally accepted by the Town of Vinton; and 2. The sum of $706,693 is hereby appropriated to the Town’s Grant Fund to account for entries required for the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act. 2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that the Vinton Town Council does hereby approve the following transaction: BUDGET ENTRY GENERAL LEDGER: 250.25100 Appropriations $706,693 250.25000 Estimated Revenue $706,693 FROM REVENUE: 250.1100.001 CARES ACT Revenue $706,693 TO EXPENDITURE: 250.1100.553 CARES ACT Expenditures $706,693 This Ordinance shall take effect from and after passage. This Ordinance adopted on motion made by _____________________ and seconded by _____________________. AYES: NAYS: APPROVED: __________________________________ Bradley E. Grose, Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________________ Susan N. Johnson, CMC, Town Clerk Meeting Date June 16, 2020 Department Finance/Treasurer Issue Consider adoption of a Resolution to transfer funds in the General Fund between line items and cost centers to balance these accounts in the FY 2019-2020 Budget Summary During the year certain expenditure accounts have been over expended. Other accounts have appropriated monies that will not be utilized. In order to balance accounts and have non favorable variances, it is necessary to transfer budget appropriations between accounts and cost centers. These transfers are monies that exist within the budget not from the unappropriated fund balance. This Council action has been recommended by our Auditors to clean up any variances prior to the review of the variance report during the audit. 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 16, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED WHEREAS, in order to balance expenditure accounts that have non-favorable variances, it is necessary to transfer budget appropriations between line items and cost centers; and WHEREAS, these budget transfers represent monies already appropriated in the FY 2019-2020 budget and not new appropriations; and WHEREAS, there has been a recommendation from the Town’s Auditors to clean up variances prior to the review of the financial report during the Audit process; and WHEREAS, Council needs to approve transfers in the General Fund between line items and cost centers to balance these accounts in the FY 2019-2020 Budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vinton Town Council does hereby approve the transfers as shown on the attached FY 2019-2020 End of Year Budget Transfers. 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 BUDGET TRANSFERS - COUNCIL ACTION ITEM MOVE FUNDS TO: GL Account Description Amount 200.1203.302 HR Contractual Services 3,000.00 200.1207.302 Legal Contractual Services 6,000.00 200.8190.205 Retiree Health Insurance 8,800.00 200.3205.101 Fire & EMS Salary & Wages 800.00 200.8160.309 Valley Metro Bus Services 2,000.00 200.4206.101 Recycling Salary & Wages 12,000.00 200.7101.103 Special Programs Part Time 1,500.00 200.7108.103 Town Museum Part Time 200.00 200.1100.708 Town Council Purchase of Land 66,000.00 100,300.00 MOVE FUNDS FROM: GL Account Description Amount 200.1214.205 Finance Health Insurance 3,000.00 200.1214.303 Finance Independent Auditors 6,000.00 200.3102.305 Communication Services 8,800.00 200.3501.205 Animal Control Health Insurance 800.00 200.8101.306 Planning Printing & Binding 2,000.00 200.4203.304 Refuse Maintenance & Repairs 4,000.00 200.7107.103 Senior Center Part Time 2,500.00 200.4105.102 Snow Removal Overtime 9,000.00 200.4105.553 Snow Removal Materials 8,000.00 200.4105.304 Snow Removal Maintenance & Repairs 3,000.00 200.7102.574 WM Interdepartmental Expense 6,700.00 200.7103.205 War Memorial Health Insurance 2,500.00 200.7103.103 War Memorial Part Time 2,000.00 200.7103.306 War Memorial Printing & Binding 2,000.00 200.8150.308 Economic Development Marketing 2,000.00 200.4108.302 Traffic & Street Lights Contractual Svcs 15,000.00 200.4108.101 Traffic & Street Lights Salary & Wages 13,000.00 200.9950.900 Stormwater Transfer 10,000.00 100,300.00 Meeting Date June 16, 2020 Department Administration Issue Consider adoption of a Resolution in support of the reopening of Rosie’s Gaming Emporium Summary The operator of Rosie’s Gaming Emporium was forced to shut down all five of their gaming facilities across the State of Virginia due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and as per Governor Northam’s Executive Order. Rosie’s management developed a detailed operations plan based on Center for Disease Control (CDC) best practices and shared the reopening guidelines with the Governor’s Office well in- advance of the anticipated Phase II Reopening. These reopening guidelines are in-line with other states’ operating guidelines for operation of similar gaming businesses and much larger casino operations. Other local governments that currently permit Rosie’s to operate are also considering similar Resolutions that express support to allow Rosie’s to reopen under the Virginia Forward Phase II Guidelines. Attachments Rosie’s Extra Care COVID-19 Reopening Guidelines Resolution Recommendations Motion to adopt Resolution Town Council Agenda Summary  Rosie’s Gaming Emporium® is proud to introduce Extra Care, a new set of standards dedicated to providing a healthy and safe environment for our team members and guests. Extra Care means we will always go above and beyond to take deliberate, careful steps to ensure a fun, rewarding experience for all. SAFER AT HOME: PHASE 1 Rosie’s Kitchen at each of our facilities in New Kent, Vinton, Richmond, and Hampton will offer tak eout dining and we will re-open our outdoor seating areas. We will operate in strict adherence to the physical distancing guidelines, enhanced cleaning and disinfection practices, and enhanced workplace safety practices provided in the “Guidelines for All Business Sectors” document. WE WILL ALSO ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Signage will be posted at the entrance that states that no one with a fever or symptoms of CO VID-19 or known exposure to a COVID-19 case in the prior 14 days, is permitted in the establishment. Signage will be posted to provide public health reminders regarding physical distancing, gatherings, options for high risk individuals, and staying home if sick. Occupancy will be limited to no more than 50% of the lowest occupancy load on the certificate of occupancy, if applicable, while maintaining a minimum of six feet of physical distancing between all individuals as much as possible. A minimum of six feet will be provided between parties at tables. No parties of more than 10 patrons will be accepted. All parties, whether seated together or across multiple tables, will be limited to 10 patrons or less. Multiple parties will not be allowed at the same table . Bar seats and congregating areas will be closed to patrons except for through-traffic. Employees working in customer dining and service areas are required to wear face coverings over their nose and mouth. Only single-use disposable menus will be used, and they will be discarded after each customer. We will not fill/re-fill any food and/or beverage containers or implements brought in by customers. Prior to each shift, all employers will have their temperature tak en by our security team. Employees will be asked to self-assess symptoms. No self-service of food, including condiments will be available . COVID-19 Update View Update Condiments will be removed from tables and dispensed by employees upon the request of a customer. Perform thorough cleaning and disinfection of frequently contacted surfaces including digital ordering devices, check presenters, self-service areas, tabletops, bathroom surfaces, and other common touch areas every 60 minutes during operation.  Tabletops and credit card/bill folders will be disinfected between patrons. Table resets will be done by an employee who has washed their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds just prior to reset activities. No more than 10 patrons will be allowed to wait for tak eout in the lobby area at one time. ADDED SAFETY MEASURES AND PRACTICES Customers are required to wear face coverings while entering, exiting, or otherwise traveling throughout the restaurant. Our staff will facilitate seating to ensure proper physical distancing. Employee(s) will be assigned to monitor and clean high touch areas while in operation. To reduce person-to-person interaction, contactless payment options have been made available and their use will be encouraged. In all cashier stations, clear plastic barrier have been placed between the employee and the customer, and we have provided a hand sanitizer station for customer and employee use after handling credit/ debit cards, PIN terminals, or exchange of cash. Servers have been instructed to avoid touching items on tables while customers are seated. Dedicated staff will remove all items from the table when customer(s) leave . We have scheduled a closure period between dinner periods to allow for cleaning and disinfecting, including bathrooms. Separate doors have been established for entrances and exits. Employees will be required to wear face coverings (provided by the company): Employees have been instructed to wash their face coverings daily. Employees have been instructed to wash hands after touching/adjusting face covering while working. We have eliminated all table presets. All food is served in single use disposable containers. All plateware and eating utensils are single use disposable items. We have implemented procedures increasing how often the back-of-house areas are cleaned This plan adheres to Virginia’s Guidelines for Phase 1 and will be updated as such guidelines evolve . Our Extra Care program was developed in accordance with recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as the U.S. Department of L abor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and their “Guidance for Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19.” SOME HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR PROTOCOLS (PENDING COMPLIANCE WITH VIRGINIA GUIDELINES FOR PHASE 2) Required cloth face coverings for all employees and guests. Mandatory temperature screenings for all employees and guests. No one with a confirmed temperature of 100.4°F or above will be allowed entry. Crowd shields at all guest service stations. Rearranged public areas (gaming areas, restaurant seating, betting terminals) and employee workstations to provide adequate social distancing. Significant investment in advanced cleaning and sanitizing equipment. Established rigorous cleaning protocols and training. Reduced property occupancy by limiting access (initially by reservation only). Invested more than $500,000 in resources for our mitigation efforts. We are confident that our facilities can be enjoyed using these protocols and without sacrificing the health and safety of employees or the public. ROSIE’S GAMING EMPORIUM Guests visits limited to two hour time periods Access by invitation only – reservations are required Building occupancy limited to less than 50% of the lowest occupancy load Six feet of physical distancing between all individuals will be maintained Thorough cleaning and disinfecting every (2) hours Routine cleaning and disinfecting of all high contact areas SCHEDULE 7:00AM-7:30AM – PREP WORK 7:30AM-8:00AM – SANITIZING 8:00AM-10:00AM – GAMING 10:00AM-10:30AM – SANITIZING 10:30AM-12:30PM – GAMING 12:30PM-1:00PM – SANITIZING 1:00PM-3:00PM – GAMING 3:00PM-3:30PM – SANITIZING 3:30PM-5:30PM – GAMING 5:30PM-6:00PM – SANITIZING 6:00PM-8:00PM – GAMING 8:00PM-8:30PM – SANITIZING 8:30PM-10:30PM – GAMING 10:30PM-11:00PM – SANITIZING 11:00PM-CLOSED – GAMING OVERNIGHT DEEP – CLEAN STATEMENT FROM AARON GOMES, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER The last few months have been unprecedented, as everyone has been profoundly impacted by the CO VID-19 pandemic. At Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, we care deeply about our family of employees and our communities and are appreciative of what Governor Northam and other state and local officials have done to help guide us through this crisis. As a member of the Virginia business community, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow residents during this time, knowing our leaders have our best interests in-mind. However, the health and safety of our employees and guests have been, and will remain, our top priority. Though it appears COVID-19 is not going away anytime soon, much has been learned about the spread and treatment of the virus, as well as the importance of social distancing and other mitigation efforts. Thankfully , we are now seeing light at the end of the tunnel, as the data suggests we are moving in a positive direction, including here in Virginia. Given this, we fully support the reopening of businesses in Virginia, even if incrementally. We are anxious to reengage our employees, reconnect with patrons and, once again, add value to the local economy, but also realize protecting the health and safety of our guests and employees is paramount. This is why we have developed EXTRA CARE, a new program that outlines various operational initiatives we are undertaking at Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums to keep guests, employees and communities safe as we get back to providing fun, food and entertainment. EXTRA CARE includes guidelines for each department to ensure all workspaces, gaming areas and other public spaces are sanitized and cleaned regularly. It also identifies how we will modify gaming areas to promote social distancing, including the use of spaced seating and limiting the number of people in all areas. These enhanced features have been developed in accordance with recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as the U.S. Department of L abor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and their “Guidance for Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19.” We have also consulted with public health officials to ensure all necessary precautions are being tak en. In short, we are confident we can demonstrate that gaming and entertainment can be enjoyed without sacrificing the health and safety of employees or the public. COVID-19 will likely be an ongoing concern – one that continues to develop as the virus tak es its course and we identify ways to react, adapt and/or change accordingly. This is why we will continue to update our plans and modify our efforts, as needed, but our desire to reopen Rosie’s Gaming Emporiums in a safe, timely manner remains. You are invited to review our Extra Care program details on the following pages. We look forward to welcoming you back to Rosie’s Gaming Emporium soon. 1. EMPLOYEE & GUEST HEALTH The health and safety of our employees and guests is our number one priority. Thermal Non-Contact Temperature Readings. Employee and guest entrances are limited to allow our security team to conduct non-invasive temperature checks utilizing a non-contact forehead thermometer. Employees or guests with measured temperatures of 100.4°F or above will not be permitted entry to the property. Physical Distancing. Guests will be advised to practice proper social distancing while standing in lines, using escalators, or moving around the property. Employees will be reminded to practice appropriate social distancing from guests and other employees as practical. Floor markings will be applied to indicate proper physical distancing in areas where lines could be expected. All property locations will comply with established occupancy limits mandated by local or state authorities. Hand Sanitizer. Touchless hand sanitizer dispensers will be placed at guest and employee entrances and contact areas, such as security podiums, lobbies, the gaming floor, restaurant entrances, administrative spaces, and escalator landings. Front of the House Signage. There will be health and hygiene reminders posted throughout the property, including the proper way to wear, handle, clean and dispose of masks. Back of the House Signage. Signage will be posted throughout the property reminding employees of the proper way to wear, handle, clean and dispose masks, use gloves, wash hands, sneeze and to avoid touching their faces. Employee & Guest Health Concerns. Our employees have been given clear instructions on how to respond to and report health irregularities. Employees are instructed to stay home if they do not feel well and are further instructed to contact a manager if they notice a cowork er or guest who is exhibiting known symptoms of COVID-19 specifically cough and shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. 2. EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITY Colonial Downs and Rosie’s Employees are vital to successful mitigation efforts. EXTRA C ARE training is required for every employee to earn EXTRA CARE certification prior to resuming their normal work schedules. Training consists of reviewing content within this written plan and changes made to departmental standard operating procedures. Hand Washing. Frequent proper hand washing with anti-bacterial soap is vital to help combat the spread of any viruses. All employees have been instructed to wash their hands, or use sanitizer when a sink is not available , as often as possible (for a minimum of 20 seconds) and after any of the following activities: sneezing, touching their face, blowing their nose, cleaning, sweeping, mopping, smoking, eating, drinking, entering and leaving the gaming floor, going on break and before or after starting a shift. All of our team members have been explained the importance of washing their hands in reducing the spread of COVID-19. Additional signage has been placed at all hand washing stations and in all restrooms demonstrating the proper process of hand washing: wet, lather, scrub, rinse and dry. Departmental Training. All employees will receive training on EXTRA C ARE and department specific operational changes related to safety and sanitation protocols as outlined in the Department Specific Operational P olicies section below. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Appropriate PPE will be worn by all employees based on their role and responsibilities and in adherence to state or local regulations and guidance . Training on how to properly use and dispose of all PPE will be part of EXTRA CARE certification. Every employee will be provided two masks and required to wear one at all times while on the property. Gloves will be provided to employees whose responsibilities require them, as determined by medical experts. This would include EVS, HHR attendants and security officers in direct contact with guests. Daily Pre-Shift & Timekeeping. Employee pre-shift meetings will be conducted in areas that allow for appropriate physical distancing between employees. Hand sanitizer will be available at each time clock location and employees will be required to sanitize their hands after clocking in. Our leadership team will ensure constant communication and proper PPE and sanitation procedures are followed and updated using the latest guidance and recommendations from health officials. 3. GUESTS ARRIVAL A security officer will greet each guest at the security podium at the entrance . Guest entrances are limited to allow our security team to conduct non-invasive temperature checks. Guests with confirmed temperatures of 100 .4°F or above will not be permitted entry to the property. Appropriate signage will also be prominently displayed outlining current physical distancing practices in use throughout the property. 4. CLEANING PRODUCTS AND PROTOCOL Rosie’s locations use cleaning products and protocols which meet EPA guidelines and are approved for and effective against viruses, bacteria and other airborne and blood borne pathogens. We maintain continuous communication with our vendors to ensure we always have adequate cleaning supplies and PPE available so that we may preempt materials shortage that may occur. 5. PUBLIC SPACES AND COMMON AREAS The EVS team schedules have been enhanced. Their emphasis will be on frequent contact surfaces, including but not limited to: restrooms, entrances, players clubs, cage cashiers, Rosie’s Kitchen and dining areas, simulcast areas, kiosks, elevators and elevator buttons, door handles, ATMs, escalator and stair handrails, all common area counters, HHR machines, tote terminals, bases, chairs, and the interior of company vehicles. 6. BACK OF THE HOUSE The frequency of cleaning and sanitizing will also be increased in back of house areas with an emphasis on the employee dining rooms, employee entrance , security dispatch, employee restrooms, loading docks, offices, kitchens, time clocks, key tracers and training rooms. Landscaping equipment and outbuildings will be disinfected at least daily. Additional hand sanitizing stations and cleaning efforts will include dedicated sanitizing stands in administrative office areas, entrances to high limit and smoking areas and kitchens. 7. AIR FILTER AND HVAC CLEANING We have upgraded the air filters on our HVAC systems to MERV 13, significantly increasing their efficiency and ability to remove potentially harmful particles from the air. HVAC system economizers will adjust to ensure a continuous exchange of fresh air. DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC OPERATIONAL POLICIES 1. HHR OPERATIONS a. HHR games will be made available for play strategically in order to observe , to the extent feasible, appropriate social distancing. b. Hand sanitizing stations on the gaming floor include one adjacent to kiosks and all ATMs. The HHR team will work in conjunction with EVS to ensure the sanitizing stations are present and supplied. c. For the health and well-being of our team, computer workstations will be sanitized regularly. d. EVS and HHR Attendants will regularly wipe down all HHR machines with approved disinfectant. e. HHR Attendants will offer to sanitize terminals for guests sitting down at a machine . f. The HHR staff will utilize podiums and kiosks when processing jackpots to reduce congestion at the Cage employee window. g. Signage will be placed throughout the gaming floor to remind guests to sanitize terminals before and after use , or to contact an HHR attendant for assistance. h. Hand sanitizer and wipe dispensers will be placed throughout the gaming floor. 2. CAGE CASHIER a. Guests will maintain proper social distancing while waiting in line with the spacing to be clearly mark ed on the floor. b. Guest-facing counters will be sanitized frequently. c. PIN pads and Verifones will be cleaned after every use . d. Stanchions will be sanitized thoroughly. e. Ticket redemption units, ATMs, and the lottery machines will have sanitizing wipes available to guests to wipe down between uses. f. Hand sanitizer kiosks are located on the guest counter at each Cage and near each ATM. 3. SIMULCAST OPERATIONS a. Betting terminals will be positioned, where feasible , to maintain proper social distancing. b. Guests will maintain proper social distancing while waiting in line with the spacing to be clearly mark ed on the floor. c. Team members will sanitize simulcast tables and chairs regularly. d. Pari-mutuel tellers will sanitize the counter regularly. e. Sanitizing wipes will be located at each wagering terminal for guest use . f. Hand sanitizer locations will be placed near pari-mutuel teller stations. 4. PLAYER’S CLUB & GIFT SHOP a. Signage will be prominently posted at each Gift Shop stating they are closed, but items are available upon request (See a Player’s Club Representative for gift shop requests). b. Guests will maintain proper social distancing while waiting in line with the spacing to be clearly mark ed on the floor. c. Phones, workstations, hard surfaces, handles and frequently touched surfaces will be sanitized regularly. d. All handles, knobs and stock room surfaces will be sanitized frequently. e. Marketing kiosks will be sanitized frequently. 5. RESTAURANTS & BARS a. Guests will maintain proper social distancing while waiting in line with the spacing to be clearly mark ed on the floor. b. Tables, booths and bar stools will be spaced strategically, to the extent feasible, to promoted proper social distancing, in compliance with appropriate policies and directives. c. Bars will be staffed to allow for appropriate social distancing between team members. d. Cashier counters, including all associated equipment, will be sanitized frequently. e. Service stations, beverage stations, counters, and handrails will be sanitized frequently. f. POS terminals will be assigned to a single cashier, when possible, and sanitized between each user and before and after each shift. a. If multiple beverage servers or bartenders are assigned to a POS terminal, servers will sanitize their hands after each use. g. Dining tables and seating will be sanitized after each use with deep cleaning occurring regularly. h. Condiments will be served in individually portioned, single use containers and use of self-serve pumps will be suspended. i. Check presenters, pens and all other reusable guest contact items will be sanitized frequently. j. Menus will be digital only, or single use for the visually impaired. k. Entrees will be served in to-go containers with wrapped disposable plastic ware . l. Food preparation stations will be sanitized frequently. m. Kitchens will be deep-cleaned and sanitized regularly. n. Food and beverage items being prepared will be transferred to other employees using contactless methods. o. All team members will be required to their wash hands frequently. Service staff is required to wash their hands after touching any service items or returning to back of house areas. p. Kitchen staff will follow established ServSafe COVID-19 handwashing training and policies. q. Beverage delivery service will be customized according to local regulations and social distancing standards. r. All straws will be individually wrapped, and cocktail straws will be removed. s. Self-serve offerings will be removed or replaced with attendant-only service . t. Hand sanitizer stations will be available throughout the dining facility. u. Single use cups will be used for beverage with no refills. v. Wipes and disinfectant will be available, with a practice of “wipe your table before and after use ” strongly encouraged. 6. ENTERTAINMENT a. Entertainment will not be scheduled until social distance mandates allow larger group gatherings. 7. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE AREAS a. All equipment (e.g., computers, phones, copiers, printers, etc.) will be sanitized after each individual use . b. All work areas will be sanitized frequently. c. Proper social distancing will be maintained in all administrative office areas. d. Access to the office areas will be controlled to minimize congregating. 8. EMPLOYEE UNIFORMS a. Employees will be reminded to launder their uniforms regularly. b. Employees returning uniforms will put each item in a plastic bag (provided) in front of an HR representative; HR will leave each uniform bagged until picked up by the laundry service. c. Employees requesting a uniform will maintain proper social distancing while HR retrieves uniform(s). 9. SECURITY a. Proper social distancing will be guided by signage and floor decals as guests present their IDs and undergo thermal temperature screenings upon entry. b. Standard social distancing protocols will be followed by in-house security unless a specific incident requires more invasive contact (i.e. taking a subject into custody for a criminal offense). c. Security officers conducting guest screenings will wear proper PPE, as recommended by health department guidelines. This includes gloves, a mask and protective eyewear. d. Security officers will assist with enforcing physical distancing protocols in guest queuing areas, as required (e.g., guest entrance, restaurants, gaming floor, registration areas, elevator lobbies, etc.). e. Security will discreetly notify Surveillance prior to contacting any guest or team member regarding non- compliance with social distancing or upon screening someone with a temperature . f. In addition to standard sanitization protocols, all contact surfaces will be sanitized at the completion of an incident. g. Shift managers will assign specific sanitation responsibilities and ensure proper protocols are followed. h. Shift supervisors will ensure all completed sanitation tasks and critical activities are logged in iTrak. i. First aid rooms, security offices and interview rooms and all related equipment and contact surfaces will be sanitized before and after each use. j. Shift managers will notify security dispatch after unscheduled or specialty cleaning protocols are completed (i.e. after a subject is released from a first aid or interview room and the room has been sanitized). k. Security will secure PPE equipment, as needed, and distribute to guests and team members at designated locations. l. Security will ensure that any guests with a mask remove it briefly for proper age verification in accordance with state regulations. a. Systems and procedures will be altered to capture unencumbered facial and photo ID images. b. Security officers will familiarize themselves with hand sanitizer and mask distribution points for guests and coworkers. c. Security will be the accountable department for disposable mask distribution to guests, upon request. APPENDIX A. ENTRY SCREENING & REPORTING PROTOCOLS ENTRY SCREENING Contactless temperature screening will be conducted at the entrance to the property. Any person displaying a cough, shortness of breath or other known symptoms of CO VID-19 or confirmed temperature of 100.4°F or above will be denied entry to the property SECONDARY SCREENING Any guest displaying an elevated temperature will be subject to a secondary temperature reading. A security officer using appropriate PPE (i.e., gloves, surgical masks and eye protection) and a temporal thermometer will record a second temperature. If the guest refuses the secondary reading, they will be denied entry to the property and provided a COVID-19 information card. GUESTS WITH ELEVATED TEMPERATURE If the secondary reading confirms the guest has a temperature of 100.4°F or above, the guest will be denied entry to the property and be provided with a COVID-19 information card. APPENDIX B. COVID-19 INFORMATION Our screening process test indicates you have a temperature of 100.4°F or above. There are many reasons why you could have an elevated temperature. However, out of an abundance of caution, we are not able to let you enter our facility today. For more information about possible symptoms of COVID-19, or to take a self-assessment test, please visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at www.cdc.com. You will need to be fever free for 24 hours to be eligible to return. THANK YOU AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU SOON. APPENDIX C. HEALTH DISTRICT CONTACT INFORMATION HEALTH DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION IS LISTED BELOW BY PROPERTY: NEW KENT ROSIE’S 10515 Colonial Downs Parkway, New Kent, VA 23124 CHICKAHOMINY HEALTH DISTRICT 7911 Courthouse Way, Suite 200,P. O. Box 86 , New Kent, VA 23124 Phone Number: (804) 966-9640 VINTON ROSIE’S 1135 Vinyard Road, Vinton, VA 24179 ALLEGHANY HEALTH DISTRICT 227 S. Pollard Street, P.O. Box 307, Vinton, VA 24179 Phone Number: (540) 857-7800 RICHMOND ROSIE’S 6807 Midlothian, Turnpike, Richmond, VA 23225 A B O U T // P R E S S // C A R E E R S // A C C E S S I B I L I T Y // P R I VAC Y P O L I C Y // C O M M U N I T Y STAY CONNECTED Click here to join our mailing list! FOLLOW US LOCATIONS + HOURS Click here to view all locations and hours for each. CONTACT US New Kent: 804-966-7223 Vinton: 804-557-5480 Richmond: 804-557-5500 Hampton: 804-557-5600 RICHMOND CITY HEALTH DISTRICT 400 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219 Phone Number: (804) 205-3500 HAMPTON ROSIE’S 1996 Power Plant Parkway, Hampton, VA 23666 HAMPTON HEALTH DISTRICT 3130 Victoria Boulevard Hampton, VA 23661-1588 Phone Number: (757) 727-1172 1 RESOLUTION NO. AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED WHEREAS, Rosie’s Gaming Emporium has become an integral and valued part of the local, regional and State economy; and WHEREAS, the Rosie’s employs nearly one hundred in their Vinton location and Rosie’s over one thousand across the State with livable wages; and WHEREAS, Rosie’s generates approximately $30,000 per month in taxes to the Town of Vinton which help fund needed infrastructure and capital improvement projects; and WHEREAS, the Town of Vinton is eager to see the re-opening of all Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, provided their reopening is accomplished in a manner that supports a healthy and safe environment for patrons and staff; and WHEREAS, the Town of Vinton is pleased and encouraged by the deliberate and careful planning that has been undertaken by Rosie’s Gaming Emporium to set the stage for a safe return of gaming operations; and WHEREAS, Rosie’s operate gaming facilities in five states and they have designed a plan for the Commonwealth that goes above and beyond what other states are mandating of their gaming establishments; and WHEREAS, 550 of the 989 (55%) casinos across the country opened on Friday, June 5, 2020, to include casinos and Historic Horse Racing (HHR) facilities located in Maryland, West Virginia, Kentucky and Tennessee and the absence of table games HHR facilities provide for a safer environment to facilitate social distancing and reduces person to person interaction. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vinton Town Council fully supports Rosie’s Gaming Emporium’s Re-opening plan and request that Rosie’s be authorized to re-open their gaming operations in a safe, responsible, and reasonable manner and consistent with the guidance and steps already taken in the second phase of the Governor’s reopening plan which allowed other retail and restaurants to reopen. 2 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 16, 2020 Department Administration Issue Consider adoption of a Resolution ratifying and approving the Town of Vinton Strategic Plan 2020-2025 Summary On February 21, 2020, Town Council and the Leadership Team participated in a Strategic Planning Retreat facilitated by staff of the Council for Community Services. At the Retreat, Council and Staff developed a five-year Strategic Plan, which included a new Mission Statement, Vision and Goals for the Town. Council needs to ratify and approve said Plan. Attachments Town of Vinton Strategic Plan 2020-2025 Resolution Recommendations Motion to adopt Resolution Town Council Agenda Summary TOWN OF VINTON STRATEGIC PLAN 2020 - 2025 Incorporated on March 17, 1884, the Town of Vinton is located in Roanoke County, and is bordered on its western and northern limits by the City of Roanoke. To the east lie Roanoke County and the Blue Ridge Parkway, and to the south is the Roanoke River. The Town covers 3.17 square miles.   Vinton has a population of approximately 8,100 individuals living in approximately 3,500 households. The population is well educated, with 88 percent of adult residents having a high school diploma or higher. Eighty-six percent of households have at least one computer; and seventy-three percent of households have broadband internet service. The median household income is $48,186. Vinton has a 12.2% poverty rate. (US Census Quickfacts, 2018) The Town of Vinton provides small town character with urban services and amenities located nearby. The small town atmosphere is characterized by a low crime rate; small, locally, and regionally owned businesses; and moderately priced homes. Views of the mountains and Blue Ridge Parkway abound.   Vinton represents the ideal type of community, small enough to provide a feeling of belonging, yet progressive enough to provide the facilities, services, and conveniences that are necessary to make a community feel like home to its citizens. BACKGROUND In early 2020, the Town of Vinton began the process of creating a new, five-year strategic plan. The Council of Community Services facilitated the strategic planning process using a variety of data collection methods. Vinton Town Council and key staff members developed the 2020-2025 Strategic Plan in February 2020. Building on the Town’s previous strategic plan, this plan outlines an intentional approach to ensure the continued provision of valuable services to residents, visitors, and businesses. Phase I: Survey and Analysis Town Council members and key staff completed an anonymous survey to help guide the planning process and identify key focus points. Twelve individuals participated in the survey. A summary of the data is below. INTRODUCTION TO THE PLAN WHAT DOES THE TOWN OF VINTON DO WELL TODAY? WHAT CAN THE TOWN OF VINTON DO TO IMPROVE? WHERE WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE THE TOWN OF VINTON IN 5 YEARS? WHAT CURRENT OR POTENTIAL PARTNERSHIPS WILL HELP THE TOWN WITH ITS VISION? WHAT OBSTACLES MIGHT HAMPER THE TOWN'S VISION? Fiscal responsibility Public works Economic development Safety Citizen engagement Infrastructure Housing Public image Communication Staffing Increased economic development Enhanced infrastructure Improved housing options Increased staff retention and efficiency Roanoke County Regional partnerships (Roanoke Regional Partnership, Virginia's Blue Ridge, Roanoke Valley - Alleghany Regional Commission) Citizens and businesses Funding Lack of vision and direction Infrastructure and public works Staffing and leadership Phase II: Strategic Planning Retreat On Friday, February 20, 2020, the members of Town Council and key members of staff joined together at the Vinton War Memorial for an all-day, facilitated discussion. This retreat resulted in the creation of the Town’s five-year goals and strategies, as well as a revised mission and vision statement.   Mission: The Town of Vinton provides valuable services to residents, visitors, and businesses through transparent, efficient, and responsible governance while protecting its unique character and values.  Vision: A safe and engaged community that is welcoming to visitors, with a vibrant atmosphere that promotes a high quality of life for residents of all ages and interests. Goals:  The following three goals were created and agreed upon by the planning committee as the guiding focus to drive the success of the strategic plan. COMMON THEMES economic development public works EFFIcient & high-performing government livability 01 Enhance the Town's Infrastructure and Livability STRATEGIES Continue to make Vinton a safe and secure community through community policing and engaging residents Continue to enhance the condition and appearance of the Town's public infrastructure and amenities Encourage home ownership, housing rehabilitation, and the creation of new, high-quality, and affordable housing stock 01 The Town of Vinton is a healthy and vibrant community. Our goal is to create a town where people want to live, work, and play. The Town is committed to building a desirable environment that recognizes the importance of safe, beautiful, and friendly experiences for residents and visitors. Town leadership strives to engage the residential, business, and faith communities in open conversations about important issues. Safety and security are increasingly recognized as essential aspects of the Town as they help shape the overall appeal, viability, productivity, and economic stability. This notion also extends to utilities and amenities that are founded on best management practices and long-term planning. 02 Maintain an efficient and high-performing government STRATEGIES Utilize available technology within municipal offices to improve efficient service delivery Conduct thorough organizational efficiency review in municipal offices and implement changes based on results Maintain a structurally balanced budget with regular to sustain service levels and maintain public facilities 02 The Town of Vinton endeavors to exemplify an efficient, innovative, transparent, effective and collaborative town government. A high-performing government delivers quality, desired services to its community through sound financial management, transparent, and collaborative decision-making, and efficient and effective management. To achieve these ends, the Town of Vinton seeks high caliber employees, strives to retain its workforce through development and growth opportunities, and promotes innovative ideas to address increasingly complex challenges. The Town’s mission, vision and values are reinforced at every level of the organization and guide its culture. Exceptional customer service that is responsive to the needs of residents and businesses is crucial in every interaction between the Town of Vinton and the community. Town revenues and expenditures are prioritized and balanced with community values, challenges and opportunities. 03 Ensure the Town's continued financial viability by actively pursuing quality economic development 03 STRATEGY Aggressively pursue economic development opportunities to enhance local retail and dining options The Town of Vinton endeavors to exemplify an efficient, innovative, transparent, active, and collaborative town government. A high-performing government delivers quality, desired services to its community through sound financial management, transparent, and collaborative decision-making, and efficient and effective management. The Town of Vinton seeks high caliber employees, strives to retain its workforce through development and growth opportunities, and promotes innovative ideas to address increasingly complex challenges. The Town’s mission, vision, and values are reinforced at every level of the organization and guide its culture. Exceptional customer service that is responsive to the needs of residents and businesses is crucial in every interaction between the Town of Vinton and the community. Town revenues and expenditures are prioritized and balanced with community values, challenges, and opportunities. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT US: Town of Vinton vintoninfo@vintonva.gov 540-983-0601 RESOLUTION NO. AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2020, AT 7:00 P.M. BY ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2-1413, CODE OF VIRGINIA (1950), AS AMENDED WHEREAS, on February 21, 2020, Town Council and the Leadership Team participated in a Strategic Planning Retreat facilitated by staff of the Council for Community Services; and WHEREAS, at the Retreat, Council and Staff developed a five-year Strategic Plan, which included a new Mission Statement, Vision and Goals for the Town; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Vinton Town Council does hereby ratify and approve the Town of Vinton Strategic Plan for 2020-2025. 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 16, 2020 Department Finance/Treasurer Issue Finance Committee Summary The Finance Committee met through electronic means on June 9, 2020 and the following items were discussed at the meeting: • Scrap Metal Resolution • Dump Truck Resolution • Guardrail Damage Resolution • CARES Act Funding Budget Resolution • April 2020 Financial Statements • FY2021 Budget • June Budget Transfer Resolution Attachments April 2020 Financial Report Summary Recommendations Motion to approve April 2020 Financial Report Town Council Agenda Summary Financial Report Summary April 30, 2020 Adopted Revised YTD MTD YTD Remaining % Budget Budget Posted Posted Balance YTD Revenues 7,527,870 5,877,439 457,737 5,902,377 24,937 100% Expenditures 7,527,870 6,882,670 444,883 6,485,633 (397,038) 94% Revenues over/(under) Expenditures (1,005,231) 12,854 (583,256) Revenues 4,000 2,693,839 17,738 180,597 (2,513,242) 7% Expenditures 4,000 2,693,839 27,785 417,043 (2,276,796) 15% Revenues over/(under) Expenditures - (10,046) (236,446) Revenues 3,722,500 3,012,507 436,951 3,067,816 55,309 102% Expenditures 3,722,500 2,988,421 284,266 2,716,251 (272,170) 91% Revenues over/(under) Expenditures 24,086 152,685 351,565 Revenues 500,012 516,510 50,001 500,010 (16,500) 97% Expenditures 500,012 516,660 11,265 163,481 (353,179) 32% Revenues over/(under) Expenditures (150) 38,736 336,529 Revenues 460,210 383,355 38,351 383,509 154 100% Expenditures 460,210 366,949 46,171 286,891 (80,058) 78% Revenues over/(under) Expenditures 16,406 (7,821) 96,618 Revenues 12,214,592 12,483,651 1,000,779 10,034,309 (2,449,341) 80% Expenditures 12,214,592 13,448,539 814,369 10,069,299 (3,379,240) 75% Revenues over/(under) Expenditures (964,889) 186,409 (34,990) Meeting Date June 16, 2020 Department Council Issue Appointments to Boards/Commissions/Committees 1. Greater Roanoke Transit Company Summary The following appointment needs to be considered by Council: Greater Roanoke Transit Company The term of Richard W. Peters, Jr. on the Greater Roanoke Transit Company Board will expire on June 30, 2020. Town staff would like to appoint Anne Cantrell, Treasurer/Finance Director to this position for a one-year term beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021. Attachments None Recommendations Motion to appoint Anne Cantrell to the Greater Roanoke Transit Company Board for a one-year term beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021 Town Council Agenda Summary