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HomeMy WebLinkAbout8/17/2010 - RegularBradley E. Grose, Mayor Robert R. Altice, Councilmember Carolyn D. Fidler, Vice Mayor Matthew S. Hare, Councilmember William "Wes" Nance, Councilmember Vinton Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, August 17, 2010 AGENDA Consideration of: A. 7:00 P.M. — Roll Call and Establishment of a Quorum B. INVOCATION C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U. S. FLAG D. CONSENT AGENDA Vinton Municipal Building 311 South Pollard Street Vinton, VA 24179 (540) 983-0607 1 Request to Approve Minutes for Regular Meetings of June 15 and July 6, 2010 1. Presentation by Roanoke City Mayor David Bowers Recognizing Town Council's Contribution to Rebuilding Together 2. Recognize Police Officer of the Month (July) — Sergeant Steven Doyle F. CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND PETITIONS 1. Proposed Amendments to the Town of Vinton Zoning Ordinance, Article V, Supplementary Regulations, Division 3, Section 5-5,Exceptions to Yard Requirements and Section 5-11, Visibility at Intersections, relating to the placement and height of fences, walls, arbors and trellises within Residential Districts — Proposed Ordinance No. 903 H. TOWN ATTORNEY I. TOWN MANAGER 1 Request to Approve Purchase of Leaf Vacuum System from Roanoke City -- Resolution No. 1887 J. MAYOR K. COUNCIL L. ADJOURNMENT NEXT TOWN COUNCIL MEETING: Regularly Scheduled Meeting of September 7, 2010 NOTICE OF INTENT TO COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, Reasonable efforts will 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. WORK SESSION 1. Presentation on Farmers Market Business Plan 2. Discussion — Mowing Complaint Regarding Riparian Buffer Adjacent to Tinker Creek 0 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD AT 7:00 P.M, ON TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2010, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE VINTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VINTON, VIRGINIA. MEMBERS PRESENT: Bradley E. Grose, Mayor Robert R. Altice Carolyn D. Fidler Matthew S. Hare MEMBERS ABSENT William W. Nance STAFF PRESENT: Chris Lawrence, Town Manager Darleen Bailey, Town Clerk Elizabeth Dillon, Town Attorney Barry Thompson, Finance Director/Treasurer Mary Beth Layman, Special Programs Director Herbert Cooley, Police Chief Ben Cook, Police Captain Karla Turman, Associate Planner Joey Hiner, Asst. Public Works Director Craig Sheets, Emergency Services Coordinator Agenda- 6:30 P.M. — Reception to Recognize Town's Communication Officers A. 7:00 P.M. — Roll Call and Establishment of a Quorum B. INVOCATION C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U. S. FLAG D. CONSENT AGENDA 1 Request to Approve Minutes for Work Session of February 23, 2010 and Regular Meeting of May 4, 2010 2. Request to Approve Recorder Playback Grant — Resolution No. 1873 3. Request to Adopt Emergency Operations Plan — Resolution No. 1874 E. AWARDS, RECOGNITIONS, PRESENTATIONS 1. Adopt Resolutions Recognizing Town of Vinton Communication Officers — Resolution Nos. 1875 - 1881 2. Recognition of Police Officer of the Month for May, 2010 — Keith Dalton F. CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND PETITIONS G. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Proposed Amendments to the Town of Vinton Zoning Ordinance, Article V, Supplementary Regulations, Division 3, Section 5-5,Exceptions to Yard Requirements and Section 5-11, Visibility at Intersections, relating to the placement and height of fences, walls, arbors and trellises within Residential Districts — Action on Proposed Ordinance No. 902 is Scheduled for July 6 Meeting H. TOWN ATTORNEY I. TOWN MANAGER 1 . Request to Approve Change of Use Grant Proposal 2. Authorization to pick-up Employee's Contribution to VRS Under § 414 (h) of the Internal Revenue Code for Plan 2 Employees — Resolution No. 1882 J. MAYOR K. COUNCIL L. ADJOURNMENT WORK SESSION 1. Spruce Street/Old Virginia Avenue Citizen Request 2. Farmers Market Business Plan 1 Mutual Aid Agreement with Rocky Mount for Accounting System Mayor Grose called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll call, invocation Following roll call, the Mayor gave the invocation and Councilman and Pledge of Alle- Altice led the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag. giance to U.S. Flag. The consent agenda was approved on a motion by Ms. Fidler and Approved consent seconded by Mr. Hare. The motion passed with all in favor agenda Mr. Hare to read a letter from Police Chief Herb Cooley recognizing Keith Dalton as Police Officer of the Month for May. Ms. Fidler moved to adopt proposed Resolutions Nos. 1875 through 1881 recognizing the Town of Vinton Communications employees who were moving to Roanoke County's Communications Department due to the merger of the two agencies. The motion was seconded by Mr. Altice and passed unanimously on a roll call vote by the four members present. The employees that were recognized were Craig Sheets, Wayne Guffey, Charles Ferguson, Ashley Sizemore, Rachel Jones, Erica Lloyd and Carrie Eakin. Chief Cooley commented that Dispatchers are the unsung heroes of law enforcement and are the lifeline between the public and public safety. He stated that they would be missed by everyone at the Town, and thanked them for their efforts over the time they have spent with the Vinton Police Department. Mayor Grose presented copies of the adopted resolutions to each of the Communications Officers and Chief Cooley presented them with a plaque. Adopted Resolutions Nos. 1875 — 1881 recognizing each of the Town's Communications Officers. Mayor Grose opened the public hearing at 7:16 p.m. to receive Public Hearing on comments and questions on proposed amendments to the Town's proposed fencing Zoning Ordinance regarding fencing regulations. ordinance amendments Ms. McMillan reported that Ms. Turman had provided Council with a summary of the proposed amendments at the June 1, 2010 work session. 1) Ms. McMillan explained that under the current ordinance, four -foot fencing is allowed from the front property line up to the corner of the residence and from that point back, a 6-foot fence is allowed if the house has a 25 foot setback. She went on to say that under the new ordinance, no fencing would be allowed within the first five feet of the property line and could be no higher than four feet in height from the five foot setback to the front of the building line. She noted that staff had worked on the proposed amendment for several months and had held several work sessions during the process. She stated that her office had several discussions with a fencing contractor, Mr. Eric Pedigo, in the development of the proposed amendments. Ms McMillan advised that the proposed amendment also requires that a property owner would have to obtain a permit before installing a new fence. She explained that the amended ordinance is being considered due to the large number of complaints received regarding fences, Mr. Altice stated he agreed with the height requirement as it was a safety requirement but that he did have a problem with the five-foot setback. Mr. Lawrence questioned why the Planning Commission recommended the five-foot setback, and Ms. McMillan responded that it was mainly for site visibility issues but also for aesthetic reasons, especially in subdivisions. Ms. Fidler pointed out that many people in Town do not live in a subdivision, they live in neighborhoods where houses are very close together with small lots. She was concerned that the five-foot setback would leave a small strip of land outside the fence that would have to be maintained if side by side neighbors both wanted to put up a fence. Mr. Hare questioned how this setback would affect a corner lot and Ms. McMillan replied that for corner lots, the setback was 15 feet on the both street sides. Ms. McMillan asked the Town Attorney if a setback that was already in place would apply to the property or would it apply just to the house. Ms. Dillon replied that it would depend on the language regarding the variance itself. Mayor Grose closed the public hearing at 7:29 p.m. and noted that Council would not be voting on the issue at this time. Mr. Hare asked staff how the Town would get this information out to the citizens in advance of their vote. The Mayor commented that he felt extraordinary efforts needed to be made to get this information 3 out to the Town's citizens. Ms. Fidler stated that she understood the five-foot setback for corner lots but questioned this requirement for interior lots. Mr. Lawrence advised that the issue would be presented to Council at their July 6 th meeting if Council is ready to make a decision at that time. Following a discussion on how to get the proposed fencing ordinance information out to the public, Mr. Lawrence commented that although no citizen spoke on the issue during this public hearing, several people were in ' attendance and did speak up at the Planning Commission's deliberations. Ms. Caudill reported on a 50/50 Town of Vinton/Roanoke County change of use incentive grant program proposal. She referred to concerns that business people, staff and citizens had regarding change of use requirements and the fact that there is currently no local program available to assist individuals when they confront issues that evolve during a change in use conversion. Ms. Caudill stated that she presented the issue at the Roanoke County Economic Development Authority meeting this month and they had been very supportive. She noted that the program would offer a grant equal to 30 percent of eligible "change in use" renovation costs with a minimum investment of $10,000 in total facility upgrades. Ms. Caudill reported that the maximum eligible grant would be $5,000.00 and would not be tied to the establishment of a business at the property. She advised that funds have been allocated in the Town's FY 2010/2011 budget. Ms. Caudill went on to say she would be the point of contact for the town and Melinda Cox would be the point of contact for Roanoke County. She stated that they would be meeting with the Roanoke County Planning Department and the Roanoke County EDA to develop an application for the program. Ms. Caudill advised that Ms. Cox would be responsible for ensuring that the application meets all eligibility criteria for the EDA . It was explained that the grant will work in much the same way as the Fagade grant works. She anticipated from one to three conversion applications per year and at the allowable amount, could probably fund two conversions per year. Ms. Caudill advised that when the work is completed by the applicant, and they have received their certificate of occupancy, the business owner will be eligible to receive the grant funds whether or not they Report on Change of Use Incentive Grant Program I have opened their business. Ms. Fidler asked if Council would be willing to provide additional funds if an application comes in and the money for the program has been exhausted. Mr. Lawrence replied that if that occurs, staff will bring the issue to Council to determine if they wish to spend the additional funds. Mr. Altice questioned whether Roanoke County would be providing funds for Town of Vinton projects and was advised by Mr. Lawrence that the County would provide 50% of the funds for each project and the Town would provide the other 50%. Mr, Lawrence reported that one goals was to create a program that would be beneficial but not have so much "red tape" that it would be difficult to navigate. Mayor Grose stated he was very excited about the program and felt that it showed the Town is making an effort to help those potential business owners who wish to convert residential structures to a business use. Mr. Altice moved to approve the Change of Use Incentive Program Guidelines. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and passed unanimously on a roll call vote. Ms. Caudill reported that Town staff and -Roanoke County staff met and are all working to make the development process more efficient and more streamlined. She further reported that she had put together a packet of information to be given to anyone who is interested in either developing a property or starting a business. She stated she would be acting as a coordinator for those interested parties who may come into the office and Ms. McMillan would be coordinating the planning part of the projects. She advised that the Change of Use Incentive Program would begin on July l't. Ms. Caudill pointed out several initiatives that will make the entire process less difficult to navigate. She also pointed out that Roanoke County and Town of Vinton staff will have a designated time on Thursday mornings for those in the development process to come in and speak with everyone at once to ensure that the prospective developer or business person would receive the same information from everyone involved. Ms. Caudill advised that she would be visiting some of the major developers to explain how the new process will work. Mayor Grose thanked Ms. Caudill and everyone concerned who has 5 worked on the Change of Use Incentive Grant Program. Beth Austin reported that the Virginia General Assembly passed legislation during its 2010 session creating a separate retirement plan for employees hired on or after July 1, 2010. (Plan B employees). She further reported that VRS is requiring that localities adopt a resolution by June 30t" stating that they will continue to pick up those costs for new employees. She went on to say that the legislation gives employers the opportunity to pick up from 0 to 5% of the employee's VRS contribution. Ms. Austin stated that after consulting with staff and other localities in the area, it was her recommendation that the Town pick up the 5%. She noted that this decision will be evaluated each year and could be changed, if necessary. Ms. Fidler inquired as to what the cost would be for the Town and was advised that the Treasurer/Finance Director would have to check the figures and get back to her with that information. Mr. Altice moved to adopt proposed Resolution No. 1882 authorizing the Town to pick up new employees VRS contributions. The motion was seconded by Ms. Fidler and passed unanimously on a roll call vote, Mr. Hare stated that he felt that Council might have to take another look at this issue in the future since taxpayers would be funding 100% of retirement when they do not get this benefit themselves. Mayor Grose advised that, in the near future, he would like to review the planning session that Council had with Ms. St. Clair regarding Town goals. He felt that this would be especially valuable for the new Council member, Mr, Hare. The Mayor asked for comments from Council members on a request that he had received from one of the Town's leading citizens to consider changing the start time of the regular council meetings from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. He stated that the citizen felt that Council would have better attendance at their meetings if they started a little earlier in the evening, particularly during the winter months. Ms. Caudill commented that she had also received this request, Mayor Grose suggested trying it on a temporary basis. He asked staff to discuss the issue at their staff meeting to see how the time change would affect them. Mr. Hare thanked Ms. Caudill for contacting a business regarding a legal contract, He also thanked the Town Manager and staff for the work done on the Augusta Avenue issue. Mr. Lawrence stated that Adopted Resolution No. 1882 electing to continue to pick up 100% of VRS costs for new employees 1 when the speed trailer is placed on Augusta after it is repaired, it will collect information on the number of vehicles traveling on the road and the speed in which they are traveling. Ms. Fidler reported that the Explore Consortium would meet again on Friday, June 25 th to continue planning strategies for the Park since Mr. Vander Maten's contract had expired, Mr. Lawrence stated that he had received a press release from Debbie Pitts confirming that Explore no longer has a contract with Mr. Vander Maten to develop the Explore Park, Mayor Grose adjourned the regular meeting at 8:15 p.m. 1. To avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest, Mayor Grose stated that he would not participate in a discussion regarding a request to vacate a portion of Spruce Street. Ms. Caudill reported that Mr, Tony Montuori approached staffa couple of months ago with a request to reopen Old Virginia Avenue or to close Spruce Street. She further reported that Mr. Montouti was considering the purchase of the old Tires lor Less property for development at a later date. Following a discussion of the two options.. Ms. Caudill stated that Mr. Montuori had advised her that he did not have any specific plans for the property and would probably not begin development of the site for another three to five years. During discussion of the issue, Ms. Caudill pointed out that any traffic Study needed to close Spruce Street or to open the Old Virginia Avenue, would have to be at Mr. Montuori's cost as well as costs for a public hearing if required. She pointed out that Lieutenant Vault had indicated that he had safety concerns with reopening Virginia Avenue and felt that if Spruce Street is closed, it could possibly shift additional traffic to surrounding neighborhood streets. Ms. Caudill reported that Mr. Montuori does have an option on the property and is working within a specific time frame. She explained that staff needs to have a sense of whether Council is willing to entertain Mr. Montuori's request to vacate Spruce Street. Ms. Caudill advised that the Town's Planning Director has Suggested that the Town hold a community meeting in lieu of a public hearing to obtain public input on Mr. Montuori's request before traffic studies are completed. Ms. Fidler asked staff to begin assembling information needed to move forward with the request to vacate Spruce Street. Ms. Caudill replied that staff will put together information for a community meeting and would have a preliminary discussion with engineers to get a cost estimate for the traffic engineering study. She went on to say that she should then have a pending contract ready for Mr. Montuori, if he decides to Move forward with his request. 2. Farmers Market Business Plan The Town Manager introduced Jesse Schmale, an intern who is working with the Town this summer, to develop a business plan for the Farmers Market. Fle explained that it is important that Ms. Schniale gets Council's perspective and feedback for this plan. N Ms, Schniale asked for insight from Council to sharpen the focus of her business plan in order to make it specific and relevant to the community and to identify Council's priorities. During her report, Ms. Schn-ialc asked Council to discuss what they believed to be the strengths of the market and some of its weaknesses. They were also asked to discuss opportunities for the Market and the potential challenges for the Market as well as long-term goals After Ms. Schmale read what she felt would be an appropriate mission statement for the market, Mayor Grose questioned whether the mission should be to provide a venue for entertainment events or for economic development purposes. Man, Beth Layman briefly reported on donations she had received to publicize the Market and how she planned to use the funds to accomplish this task. 3. Mutual Aid Aucernent with Rockv Mount for Accountint! Svstern Mr. Thompson reported that the Town of Rocky Mount has the same accounting system and software that the Town uses. He asked that Council consider moving forward with developing a Mutual aid agreement with Rocky Mount that would allow either locality to use the other's accounting system and software in an emergency situation if a disaster should occur at either locality. He noted that this agreement would be one step toward a disaster recovery plan. He asked for and received a consensus from Council for staff to go ahead with developing the mutual aid agreement with Rock, Mount. The work session adjourned at 10:00 p.m. Darleen R. Bailey, Town Clerk Bradley E. Grose, Mayor D: MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD P.M. ON TUESDAY, JULY 6, 2010, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VIRGINIA. MEMBERS PRESENT: Bradley E. Grose, fT1ayor Robe Carolyn D. Fidler Matthew S, Hare William W. Nance STAFF PRESENT: Chris Lawrence, Town Manager Darleen Bailey, Town Clerk Elizabeth Dillon, Town Attorney Barry Thompson, Finance Director/Treasurer Herbert Cooley, Police Chief Ben Cook, Police Captain Joey Hiner, Asst. Public Works Director Agenda A. 7:00 P,M, — Roll Call and Establishment of a Quorum B, INVOCATION C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U. S. FLAG D. APPOINTMENTS: 1 Appointive Officers: a. Town Manager b. Town Treasurer C. Town Clerk AT 7:00 VINTON VINTON, d. Town Attorney e, Chief of Police 2. Council Committees: a. Budget/Finance — Councilman Nance & Councilman Hare b. Public Works - Vice Mayor Fidler & Councilman Altice C. Public Safety Committee — Mayor Grose & Councilman Hare 3. Election of Vice Mayor E. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Request to Approve Minutes for Regular Meeting of May 18, 2010 2, Cancel August 3, 2010 Regular Council Meeting Due to National Night Out Celebration 3. Confirm Vinton Volunteer First Aid Crew Officials F. AWARDS, RECOGNITIONS, PRESENTATIONS 1. Recognize Outstanding Dispatcher of the Quarter— Rachel Jones 2. Recognize June's Police Officer of the Month — Paul "Matt" Harris G. CITIZENS' COMMENTS AND PETITIONS 1. Hal Mabe, Vinton Area Chamber of Commerce — Banner H. OLD BUSINESS t Proposed Amendments to the Town of Vinton Zoning Ordinance, Article V, Supplementary Regulations, Division 3, Section 5-5,Exceptions to Yard Requirements and Section 5-11, Visibility at Intersections, relating to the placement and height of fences, walls, arbors and trellises within Residential Districts — Proposed Ordinance No. 902 ACTION: REFER BACK TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION I. TOWN ATTORNEY J. TOWN MANAGER K. MAYOR L. COUNCIL M. ADJOURNMENT WORK SESSION 1. Discussion of Economic Development Program Strategies and Expectations 2. Discussion of Proposal to Change Start Time of Regularly Scheduled Town Council Business Meetings. Mayor Grose called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll call, invocation Following roll call, Tom Philpott gave the invocation and Councilman and Pledge of Alle- Altice led the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag. giance to U.S. Flag. Mayor Grose reported that certain town officials need to be appointed Nominated Vice May - by Town Council every two years at the first meeting in July after a or, approved appoint - Council election in May. ed Town officials and Council committee A motion was made by Mr. Altice to approve the following members appointments: 1. Chris Lawrence as Town Manager 2. Herbert Cooley as Police Chief 3. Barry Thompson as Town Treasurer 4. Elizabeth Dillon as Town Attorney 5. Darleen Bailey as Town Clerk 6. Councilman Nance to the Budget/Finance Committee 7, Councilman Hare to the Budget/Finance Committee 8. Vice Mayor Fidler to the Public Works Committee 9. Councilman Altice to the Public Works Committee 10, Mayor Grose to the Public Safety Committee 11. Councilman Hare to the Public Safety Committee The motion was seconded by Mr. Nance and passed unanimously on a roll call vote. In response to the Mayor's call for nominations for the office of Vice Mayor, Councilman Altice nominated Carolyn Fidler to serve as Vice Mayor for the next two years. The nomination was seconded by Councilman Hare and was approved unanimously on a roll call vote. The consent agenda was approved on a motion by Mr. Nance and Approved seconded by Vice Mayor Fidler. The motion passed with all in favor agenda Mr. Hare read a letter from Police Chief Cooley recognizing Rachel Jones as the Dispatcher of the Quarter. Mr. Nance read a letter from Chief Cooley recognizing Paul "Matt" Harris as June's Police Officer of the Month. Mr, Hal Mabe, a member of the Vinton Area Chamber of Commerce, spoke on the need to be able to notify citizens of the Vinton area and to those who pass through the Town, when special events are taking place in the Town. He discussed several options he felt would remedy this problem, one of which would be a large banner that would be hung across Pollard Street or a location to be determined. Another option he discussed was a large welcome sign. Mr. Mabe felt the best location for the sign would be in the right of way at the By- pass Road stop light. He explained that the lower part of the sign should consist of a material that would allow temporary banners to be hung that would advertise upcoming Town or Chamber events. He also described an electronic sign that he had seen in Fredericksburg. Mr. Mabe noted that the Chamber would control the banner. Both Mr. Nance and Mayor Grose felt the idea was something Council needs to consider, Mayor Grose advised that he would have the Sign Committee (Mr. Nance and Vice Mayor Fidler) work with staff on the issue before involving the Chamber of Commerce, Mr, Roger Overstreet, operator of a vehicle repair business on South Pollard Street, stated that he had spoken with the Town Manager earlier in the day regarding zoning problems. He complained that the Planning Office had advised him that he can not park vehicles that are in need of repair, on his lot. He stated that he is located in an M- 2 zone and that other businesses in the area are allowed to park inoperable vehicles on their property. Mr. Overstreet noted that staff in the Planning Office is requiring him to pave his lot if he is to continue conducting business at that location. He pointed out that if he does have to pave his lot, the pavement would constantly be damaged by the heavy equipment that he parks on his lot. Mr. Overstreet stated that he is not allowed to park any vehicles within 25 feet of the alley. Mr. Altice advised Mr. Overstreet that the consent Comments by Mr. Overstreet and Mr. Cosmoto regarding the Town's Planning and Zoning Depart- ment Town Attorney and Karla Turman in the Planning Office would need to review the situation before any action could be taken, and that he needed to report any other business or property owner that was in violation of the Town's Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Overstreet replied that he had advised Ms. Turman of the other violations when she and a Police Officer had visited his place of business. He went on to say that when he had asked them about other businesses in violation, the Police Officer had told him not to worry about other businesses, that he needed to worry about his own violations. Ms. Dillon, the Town Attorney, advised that she would be glad to speak with Ms. Turman about the issues. Mr, Lawrence responded that he had followed up with Ms. Turman after his conversation with Mr. Overstreet, earlier in the day, and felt that there were very legitimate issues that Ms. Turman had been working on for the past year. He went on to say that he will be working with the Town Attorney to determine what the grandfathered laws are with regard to this property and whether or not they apply. He added that Ms. Turman is also working with other business owners in the area on their violations. Mr. Lawrence assured Council that the Town does get complaints from area property owners when violations occur. Mr. Overstreet pointed out the fact that when he obtained his zoning permit prior to opening his business, he was not informed that he needed to pave his lot. Mr. Nance asked Mr. Lawrence about the time line for bringing the issue back to Council, Mr. Lawrence replied that he would speak with Ms. Turman the next day to discern what the issues are and then will check with the Town Attorney to see what options the Town has. Mr. Nance asked that staff continue to work with Mr. Overstreet until the issues are resolved. Mr. Patrick Cosmoto, owner of the property where Mr. Overstreet's business is located, commented on the atmosphere within the Town of Vinton. He advised that there is a perception within the Town's business community that the Planning Department impedes business from locating in the Town, He advised that he felt this has been done through various tactics such as stretching the technicality of the law to where it is harassment. He went on to say that for Ms. Turman to bring an officer of the law to visit Mr. Overstreet was intimidation. Mr. Cosmoto went on to say that many business have left Vinton primarily due to their "dealings" with the Town's Planning and Zoning Department. He remarked that he felt the problems began just before 1995 when zoning was changed. He noted that he feels the laws are selectively enforced. 4 In response to critical remarks made by Mr. Cosmoto toward the Planning staff, Mayor Grose advised him that he would not listen to any personal attacks on Town staff. He asked staff to look into Mr, Overstreet's complaints. In response to an earlier comment by Mr. Cosmoto, Mr, Lawrence advised Council that Ms. Turman took a police officer with her that afternoon because he had instructed her to not to go alone and there was no one else available to accompany her. He went on to say that he does not want any female employee to go on a site visit to handle a complaint without someone accompanying her. He went on to say that he had asked Lieutenant Vault to go with Ms. Turman because he had been working with a number of other property owners in that area and understood their issues. He stressed that there was absolutely no intent to intimidate Mr. Overstreet or anyone else. The Town Manager advised that he would have an answer for Mr. Overstreet and Council by the end of the week. Mayor Grose assured Mr. Overstreet that he had taken his comments seriously. He asked Mr. Cosmoto to provide him a list of businesses that have left the Town due to planning and zoning issues. He stated that he did not believe that any one on Council or on the Town's staff wants to harass anyone and he would not tolerate it. Ms. Fidler pointed out that the Town is in the process of developing a program to ensure that the process for new business would be as efficient and uncomplicated as possible, Mayor Grose added that the Assistant Town Manager would be responsible for developing this process. Mr. Hare asked Mr. Cosmoto and Mr. Overstreet if they had noticed any improvements in the Department's customer service in the last three or four months and both gentlemen replied that they had not seen achange. Mr. Lawrence advised that it was staffs recommendation to send the proposed amendments to the fence ordinance back to the Planning Commission. Mr. Hare inquired as to the reason for sending the proposed amendments back to the Planning Commission. The Town Manager advised that since it appears that Council is not ready to make a decision on the matter and the fact that the August 3 rd meeting has been cancelled, the 90-day deadline imposed by the State for a final Approved recommen- dation to refer the proposed amended fence ordinance back to the Planning Com- mission 5 decision on the matter, would not be met. He recommended that the issue be sent back to the Planning Commission to allow Council more time to come to a consensus on the matter. Also, it would give the Planning Commission the opportunity to come up with a different option for the proposed front yard setback for fences or to re -affirm their original recommendation. Mr. Altice stressed that Council cannot dictate to the Planning Commission, they would need to request that they review the issue again. Following further discussion, Mr. Altice moved to refer the matter back to the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by M& Fidler and passed unanimously on a roll call vote Ms. Dillon thanked Council for re -appointing her as Town Attorney as did the Town Manager. Mr, Lawrence announced that a community meeting had been scheduled for July 13, 2010 from 430 — 6:00 p.m. to discuss a request from Tony Montuori to close a portion of Spruce Street. The Mayor thanked everyone involved in the 4th of July celebration. He noted that it was a great event that was very well attended. The Town Manager thanked Public Works for coming out the following morning to pick up the shrapnel left from the fireworks display at Vinyard Park, Mr. Hare inquired as to what has been done regarding Mr. and Mrs. DeLoatch's request for the Town's assistance in extending sewer service to their property. He pointed out that the Town might possibly consider changing the way existing property owners are treated with regards to extending the Town's sewer lines to their property. He felt it was unfair to require the new system development fees for an existing home that had been on the property for a very long time. He recommended that the Town use a different approach for existing homes. The Mayor suggested that maybe the Finance Committee might want to discuss the issue. Mr. Lawrence stated that staff is currently working on a policy and has most of the issues worked out except for a way to handle the loan process. He noted that the final recommendation will be taken to the Finance Committee and then to Council as soon as possible. Mr. Nance commented on his concerns with the issue of extending loans to residents who have requested sewer service to existing Eel houses due to a failure of their septic systems. He noted that during the two years he has been on Council, it has been necessary to cut the budget dramatically. He went on to say that the Finance Department is already overwhelmed and those employees are overworked. He pointed out that if they are going to be given the responsibility of having to handle and collect loan payments, they will need more employees to do the work. He questioned the wisdom of granting high risk loans at a time when the Town can not afford to take on more duties. Mr. Nance congratulated the First Aid Crew's new officers that had been installed at a dinner the week before. He also commented on the difficulty that some of the attendees at the 4 th Of July celebration had viewing the fireworks, Mr. Nance mentioned the poor condition of the slide at the War Memorial playground. Mr. Lawrence explained that a section of the slide needs to be repaired and is on order. He added that it will be repaired as soon as the part comes in. Mr. Hare questioned the time frame for the Finance Committee to examine the budget, if it should be on a monthly basis or if it should be done on a quarterly basis. Mayor Grose recommended examining the budget on a quarterly basis. Mr. Altice commented that he felt that any problem areas found by the Finance Committee should be flagged and brought to Council, Mr, Hare stated that a quarterly review would not give Council an opportunity to react quickly enough, Mr. Thompson recommended that the Finance Committee review the budget on a monthly basis. After further discussion, it was the consensus of Council that a report from the Finance Department be made to Council every other month at a regular meeting so that it can be formally approved. There was a brief discussion on how to make sure everyone has a good view of the fireworks. Hal Mabe commented on the success the Town's July 4 th celebration that took place at William Byrd High School a few years ago. WORK SESSION 1. Discussion of Economic Develooment Proqram Strategies and Expectations 7 Ms. Caudill reported that she needed to get clarification from Council as to what their expectations are with respect to her new responsibilities as Director of Assistant Town Manager/ Director of Economic Development. She noted that when the Town Manager's Office was reorganized, much of the Assistant Town Manager supervisory authority was taken out of her job description and given to the Town Manager. Ms. Caudill went on to say that her new job description primarily focuses on economic development. Ms. Caudill gave a brief report of her perspective of the economic development part of her responsibilities and what she perceived Council's priorities to be. She noted a number of ways to entice prospective business to locate in the Town. At Ms, Caudill's request, Council discussed what their individual expectations were for her new economic development responsibilities. In response to a discussion by Council members regarding possible causes for expressions of anger made by some of the Town's business people, Ms, Caudill commented that it appears to be a public relations problem, and that she will need to determine what the issues are, what the causes are, and how to mitigate those problems. She explained that she will be working with Roanoke County to assure that prospective business owners easily get the information they need on a timely basis. She felt it was important to ensure that they get the same information on an issue from everyone involved and not "five different answers from five different people", Ms. Caudill discussed her ideas for getting the word out that the Town does have business property available. She noted that she is contacting businesses to advise them that she is a resource for them when they have issues that involve the Town. Mayor Grose questioned whether the problems stemmed from the Town's ordinances or if it was an enforcement issue. Ms. Caudill questioned whether Council felt there was a congruence between the current zoning and the changes that have been made by the Planning Commission during the past six years. She asked Council members what their vision or expectations are in relation to the development of what they perceive as an effective, successful economic development department. For example, she pointed out that she is aware of a request to make the Town's Zoning Ordinance more business -friendly, Ms. Caudill discussed a few conflicts she has seen with the way staff perceives the direction that Council has given them versus what Council has approved in the Zoning Ordinance and the Land Use Plan. A discussion ensued as to whether Ms Caudill's new job description should be very narrowly focused or if it should have a broader approach. N. Following Ms. Caudill's report, Mayor Grose stated that he felt their biggest problem was the perception that the Town is not business friendly. Mr. Nance agreed with the Mayor's statement. Ms. Caudill requested Council's clarification on her new job responsibilities within the next couple of weeks. 2. Discussion of Proposal to Chanae Start Time of Reaular Council Meetings Council discussed the possibility of moving up the time of regular Council meetings from 7:00 p.m, to 6:00 p.m. The work session adjourned at 9:57 p.m. ATTEST: Darleen R. Bailey, Town Clerk FWAU, I a Z IW TLI A Bradley E. Grose, Mayor I • www.RebuildingTogetherRoanoke.com August 2,2010 Mayor Brad Gross Chris Lawrence Town of Vinton 31 I I S. Pollard Street Vinton VA 24179 Dear Sirs-. Enclosed is the 2009-2010 Annual Report for Rebuilding Together -Roanoke. Your donation enables us to continue our mission of warm, safe, dry and accessible homes. Sponsors and volunteers make Rebuilding Together possible. Our Annual Report provides a means of keeping you informed of our accomplishments this past year. Thank you for your generosity and we look forward to a continued partnership in the future. Sincerely, Edward M Murray Executive Director PA Box 4532 - Roanoke, Virginia 24015 • Phone/Fax (540) 483-5600 * Email: RebuildingTogetherRoanoke@yahoo.com Iq � Rebuilding Rebuilding Together — Roanoke Together Annual Report 2009 Ro-mloke Rebuilding Together, a national non-profit, non-sectarian organization, was created out of the recognition that each year too many homes are lost to decay and demolition because low-income owners cannot afford to maintain their residences. If needed repairs are not undertaken, these homes and the neighborhoods in which they are located will continue to deteriorate. The Roanoke Valley affiliate of Rebuilding Together is one of more than 250 nationwide. Our local organization began operations in 1999, when we repaired four houses. Since that time, we have repaired nearly 300 houses with an estimated value of well over $1.5 million for the work performed. Rebuilding Together — Roanoke (RTR) has an unparalleled ability to leverage donated materials, funds and volunteer labor (skilled and non-professional) to create a community impact that few other organizations can claim. We use donated building materials, gifts of money and countless hours of volunteer time to keep low-income homeowners "safe, warm and dry". This means that, on average, a $2,800 house sponsorship can be converted into over $6,000 in improvements to that home. 2010 Rebuilding Day "The work on my house was beyond me to have done. I have new windows that don't have to be propped up with a stick a new furnace, and a replaced porch for my old torn up porch. They also painted. I am so very pleased with everything that was done to my home. " - Doris Banks "71 was beyond imagination. Especially the shower and bathroom. No one has ever done a;zything like this for me before. " - Lillian Flint These are just two of the many comments from grateful homeowners after Rebuilding Together - Roanoke completed major repairs on their homes. Five homes were completed in early April and another five homes completed by the last week in May. Four of the homes completed in May were worked by Virginia Baptist Transformers and the other home was repaired by Hearts and Hammers. Along with 22 homes repaired on Rebuilding Day we had a total of 32 happy homeowners. This Rebuilding season's total is one more than last year's record 31 homes. Rebuilding Day homes were repaired in Roanoke City, Roanoke County, Salem and Vinton. A grant from the Foundation for Roanoke Valley allowed us to work on 21 homes through the year. Along with the previously mentioned locations we were also able to work on homes in Floyd, Buchanan and Cloverdale. A Carilion grant also allowed us to work on a home in Franklin County. Several homeowners with mobility issues received low profile bath tubs, walk-in showers, and ramps to allow them to come and go from their homes without fear of falling. Damaged porches and railings were replaced. Electrical systems were upgraded removing fire hazards. Numerous roof repairs and replacements took place eliminating interior damage and the fear of falling plaster. Peeling siding was scraped and painted. Some houses had vinyl siding installed. Heating systems were repaired or replaced and new replacement windows were installed. Not only are those homeowners more comfortable but as Edward AnduJar told Rebuilding Together: "The team and the quality of the windows are great. I am already seeing a difference in my electric bill. I appreciated all the work. " Our next major rebuilding period will be the end of July. World Changers work groups will be in Roanoke July 26-3 1. There are 20 homes on a tentative list to be repaired. Young adults pay to travel to different parts of the country for a week to work on the exterior of homes for those in need. RTR is working as a partner of World Changers providing assistance with house selection, providing building materials, dumpsters and portable toilets. The recent growth in Rebuilding Together - Roanoke is in high gear. We appreciate the support of our volunteers and sponsors that have allowed us to grow and service larger numbers of needy area homeowners. Heroes at Home Sears provided funding from the "Heroes at Home" grant program. This effort is to assist our Nations veterans and families. Heroes is one of the more popular grants RTR has received over the past few years. With this year's grant major repairs took place at the home of Lewis and Judy Long. Lewis Long served in Germany with the Army in the early 1960's. Frances Doss had repairs completed at her home as well. She is the v6dow of Seaman First Class William Clay Doss who served in the Pacific during WWII. He was on duty in the Philippines with supply ships. Thank you Sears for allowing us to serve those who served our country. 2010 Contributors and In -Kind sponsors For several years we have seen a growth in grants. The Carilion Foundation had awarded a Program Patron size grant for several years and after being away last year returned for 2010. This year Wachovia joins our effort with a Program Partner size grant. Not only does Lowes Home Improvement provide assistance for Rebuilding Day but they also provided RTR with a grant for a fall project. SunTrust provided another Program Patron grant in 2010. They have awarded such a grant each year since RTR was established. Last May, the Foundation for Roanoke Valley announced the Belonging Initiative with an extremely generous grant to RTR. The grant has the possibility of continuing for multiple years if RTR meets their expectations, The Foundation had hoped their grant could provide repairs to 12-15 homes. Last year, Rebuilding Together -Roanoke worked on 21 houses. The Foundation was very pleased with the ability of RTR to deliver on our promise. Another year of their grant had been awarded. We received the second year of a multi -year grant from the Junior League of Roanoke Valley. We are also proud to announce that we will receive a Community Development Block Grant. This grant will allow us to focus on major home repairs in the Hurt Park area of Roanoke City. We will be performing repairs that will include structural improvements, and mechanical system upgrades. New sponsors for 2010 include, The Town of Vinton, the Kiwanis of Roanoke, The Greater Raleigh Court Civic League and SF Squared Construction. House Sponsors for Rebuilding Day 2010 SunTrust Carition Foundation Wachovia Bank of America Cox Communications AECOM Allstate Insurance Co. Coca-Cola Bottling Co. City of Roanoke Town of Vinton Building Specialists Inc. Foundation for Roanoke Valley Junior League of Roanoke Valley The El Group Greater Raleigh Court Civic League Lowes Horne Improvement Roanoke Valley Association of Realtors Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority Sears Heroes at Home SF Squared Construction Varney, Inc. In•Kind Sponsors and significant contributors for 20`10 Allied Waste Services Brown, Edwards & Company G&H Contracting Kiwanis of Roanoke KJR Construction Business & Civic Contributors AT Plumbing Aireco Supply Carpet Village Carter's Cabinet Shop Cook Window and Siding Custer's Custom Painting Fast Signs Glidden Professionals LMW Engineering Robert Welch Contractor, Inc. Rusco Windows Total Action Against Poverty W. H. Gearhart General Contracting Handy John High Peak Sportswear Layman Construction Ralph Soliman Sam Toney Urbah Forestry Walker Insulation Whitt Carpet % t Volunteer Groups Bonsack Baptist Church Bonsack U.M.C. Church of the Holy Spirit Emmanuel Wesleyan Church First Baptist Church Hearts and Hammers Hill Street Baptist Church Food Donations Heavenly Ham The Kroger Deli at Cave Springs La' Cove Restaurant Olive Garden The Roanoker Restaurant T.G.I.F. Chick-Fil-A inside and outside Valley View Bad Wolf Bar BQ Huntington Court U.M.C. Lynn Haven Baptist Church Military Officers Association of America Preston Oaks Baptist Church Raleigh Court U.M.C. Transformers Valley Word Ministries mig 1 @93 LIM I aell k1l ymz, HERBERT G. COOLEY CHIEF OF POLICE A State Accredited Agency August 6, 2010 To: Steven M. Doyle, Sergeant From: Herbert G. Cooley, Chief of Police Re: Officer of the Month Congratulations! You have been nominated and selected as Officer of the Month for the month of July 2010. During the month of July you have worked diligently on the Vehicle Equipment Inventory to include in -car video cameras and Mobile Data Terminals (MDT's). You also worked with the Roanoke County staff to install necessary software on the MDT's to make sure they were operational. This new install included wireless air cards which were added to the system and have improved the functionality of the MDT connectivity. You adjusted your schedule and worked extra time to ensure that all vehicles were completed and are continuing your efforts to maintain the camera equipment and MDT's for the entire fleet. Your dedication to the department makes you deserving of this recognition. Well done! 0b4� � . C0.0 Herbert G. Cooley Chief of Police CC: Chris Lawrence, Town Manager Beth Austin, HR Director Darleen Bailey, Town Clerk Mayor and Council TO: FROM: CC: DATE: SUBJECT: TOWN OF VINTON 311 S. POLLARD STREET VINTON, VIRGINIA 24179 PHONE (540) 983-0605 FAX (540) 983-0621 Chris Lawrence, Town Manager Karla Turman Fnforcement Officer/Associate Planner Karla Turman, Associate Planner/Code Enforcement Officer Antia McMillan, Planning and Zoning Director May 26, 2010 Proposed Zoning Ordinance Changes for Fence Regulations ISSUE/PURPOSE: To update the coning ordinance regarding the proposed amendments, which are attached. BACKGROUND INFORMATION. In recent years, the town has seen a relatively high number of fences erected which do not meet the current fence regulations. In 2009, staff was asked to review our regulations, as well as those of nearby localities, to determine if amendments to the regulations might be appropriate. Staff and Planning Commission members have discussed these regulations for several months. Attached is a document that outlines the proposed amendments. A lot of the amendments are based on the City of Roanoke's regulations. If you have questions about the proposed amendirients, please feel free to call me at 983-0605. ORDINANCE NO. 903 AT A PUBLIC HEARING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2010, AT 7:00 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE VINTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VINTON, VIRGINIA. AN ORDINANCE to amend the Vinton Zoning Ordinance No. 634 dated December 19,1995, Appendix B of the Vinton Town Code, Article V, Supplementary Regulations, Division. 3, Section 5-5. Exceptions to yard requirements and Section 5-11, Visibility, (it intersections. THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the Town of Vinton, Virginia that the Article K Suppletnentcv-v Regulations, Division. 3, Section 5-5, Evceptions 10 J'arcl requirements and Section 5-111 flisibilitj, at intersections, be amended and added as follows: AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX B OF THE TOWN OF VINTON ZONING ORDINANCE ARTICLE V. SUPPLEMENTARY REGULATIONS DIVISION 3 Sec. 5-5. Exceptions to yard requirements 1'-9 r d hcig4tt, , am d 1 U P itte" * - f�s; i — —0-0-di"90-4540-@t f-oot in height f�ne, h- NA —A 3 g 4G r—ar An lin re-qui!vd yaFdsadditionai on@ of -Lail JC t_ -,-ii 1- and Nyalls reffle-Ats apt-1pli--t- and (a) Fences, walls, arbors, and trellises. ,41?plicabilit.v Fences, walls, arbors, and trellises shall be subject to the supplemental regulations of this section, For the purpose of this section, "walls" shall include decorative walls and walls intended as a buffer or screen. The supplemental regulations of this section shall not apply to retaining walls. The supplemental regulations of this section shall apply to freestanding trellises and arbors as well as trellises attached to fences. (b) Fence and wall standards. (1) No fence or wall shall be permitted within a sight distance triangle, as defined in Section 5-11 of this appendix. (2) No fence or wall located in an area as set forth in subsections (A) and (B) below shall be permitted: A. On a lot with only one (1) lot frontage: Within the first five (5) feet of the front property line ; or B. On a lot with more than one (1) lot frontage: Within the first five (5) feet of the property line on the principal lot frontage, nor within 5 feet of the property line on the street side lot frontage. (3) The maximum height for t'cnces and walls shall be based on the following schedule: Zoning 'I Location on Lot i Maximum District Height ;of Fence or Wall R-LD, R- 1, On a lot with only one I lot frontage Within the first fibre (5) feet oft None R-2. R-3. the front property line or allowed RB On a lot with more than one (I) lot frontage: Within the first five (5) feet of the property line on both lot frontages. iOn a lot with only one (1) lot frontage: Between five (5) feet of the 14 feet front property line and front corner of the house; or On a lot with more than one (])lot frontage- Between five (5-)feet of the front property line and front corner of the house on the principal lot frontage, or between five (5) feet and fifteen (15) feet of the property line on the street side lot frontage. On a lot with only one (I) lot frontage: After the front corner of the i 6.5 feet house ; or On a lot with more than one (1) lot frontage: After the front corner of the house facing the principal lot frontage, or beyond 15 feet of the property line on the street side lot frontage. ,Any required side or rear yard 6.5 feet (c) Arbor and trellis standards. (1) No arbor or trellis shall be permitted within a sight distance triangle, as defined in Section 5-11 of this appendix. (2) On a lot with only one (1) lot frontage, an arbor or trellis shall not be permitted between the building line and the lot frontage, except that in the case of any lot with no principal building, an arbor or trellis shall not be located within the required minimum front yard of the applicable zoning district. (3) On a lot with more than one (1) lot frontage: an arbor or trellis shall not be permitted between the building line and the property line on the principal lot frontage, nor between the building line and the property line on the street side lot frontage, except that in the case of any lot with no principal building, an arbor or trellis shall not be located within the required minimum front yard of the applicable zoning district. (d) Yarcl tweessoi-ies, Poles. posts, similar customary yard accessories and ornaments, and permitted signs for which no specific yard requirement is specified elsewhere in this appendix, may be located within required yards. No accessory may be placed within a sight distance triangle, as defined in Section 5-11 of this appendix, (e) A zoning permit is required for all fences, walls, arbors and trellises. See. 5-11. Visibility at intersections. (b) Visibilif *), triongle. On a corner lot in any district other than a CB central business district, nothinv , that would materially obstruct the vision of operators of motor vehicles shall be erected, placed, planted or allowed to grow h-ow.va-e-,44 tho- fl-e-i-ph's r.L-- gfad@ of !�e-- inieff-see-Iiant ofthe, 0enter-i-Ii.q.- "C-th- QXR4 Within the following described area: A triangular shaped area on the ground bounded on two sides by the street lines abutting the lot, and bounded on the third side by a line joining points on said street lines 20 feet from the point of their intersection. This Ordinance adopted on motion made by Council Member and seconded by Council Member , with the following votes recorded: AYES: NAYS: APPROVED: Bradley E. Grose., Mayor Arl'EST: Darleen R. Bailey. Town Clerk ACTION NO: Reso, 1887 ITEM NO: 1.1 TO: TOWN MANAGER'S OFFICE FROM: Public Works Director SUBJECT: Transfer Funds to Acquire Towed Leaf Vacuum PURPOSE: To Transfer funds to purchase a surplus towed leaf vacuum from the City of Roanoke through intergovernmental transfer. BACKGROUND: Each year the Town collects about 130 tons of loose leaves, curb- side. Citizens value this service highly and as a green practice it contributes to our recycling rate. Service is presently performed with a 1989 ODB Leaf Vacuum, which is well beyond its economic life, costly to maintain, difficult to operate, and subject to frequent breakdown. Crew productivity is markedly reduced with the equipment each year. It is a source of frustration to both operators and maintenance staff. Equipment failures are increasing and a valued Town service is at risk of cancellation in the midst of the fall collection season. This equipment is not available for rental. Public works has no other means of performing loose leaf collection. For three consecutive fiscal years requests to purchase a new leaf vacuum have not been supported through the CIP process. DISCUSSION: Roanoke City terminated residential loose leaf collection service beginning 1 July 2009 owing to budget shortfalls. The city made a decision in May 2010 to surplus 13 leaf vacuums, Meetings with City staff resulted in an offer to do an intergovernmental transfer of one leaf vacuum and collection box to the Town. The purchase price offered for a 2002 ODB Leaf Vacuum with two boxes, in good condition, is $6,000. Purchase price new for this equipment was about $15,000. Purchase of a new current year model would be about $28,000. The 2002 unit will require about $1,500 in new parts, suction & discharge hoses, battery, hydraulic lines, and switches. So, for an acquisition cost of $7,500, a newer model unit can be acquired that will provide reliable service delivery to citizens. There are no funds available in the FY 2010-2011 budget, for this purchase. The 1989 leaf vacuum would be retained as a backup for about 8 to 10 years, at which time a new unit should be purchased. To effectively provide this service to citizens, a primary unit and backup unit should be in the Town's equipment inventory. ACTION REQUESTED: Town Council approve the resolution to transfer funds for the purpose described herein. CITIZENS COMMENTS: None at this time. DATE ACTION NEEDED: 17 August 2010 RESOLUTION NO. 1887 AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17 2010 AT 7.00 PM IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE VINTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VINTON, VIRGINIA WHEREAS, the Town of Vinton provides a needed and valued annual curb -side loose leaf collection service to citizens; WHEREAS, continuing this important service necessitates acquiring a more reliable leaf vacuum and appurtenances; WHEREAS, a unique opportunity is available to acquire a 2002 ODB leaf vacuum in good condition from the City of Roanoke; and WHEREAS, the purchase price of this piece of equipment is fair and reasonable. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vinton Town Council does hereby approve transfer of funds in the amount of $7,500.00 as follows: From: 200.3102.567 Contribution/Transfer to Other Gov't Entities To: 400,9104,790 Portable Leaf Vacuum Motion made by Councilor , seconded by Councilor . with the following votes recorded: AYES: Brad Grose, Mayor ATTEST: