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HomeMy WebLinkAbout9/15/2026 - Public Hearing 1 Vinton Town Council Regular Meeting Council Chambers 311 South Pollard Street Tuesday, September 15, 2026 AGENDA Consideration of: A. 6:00 p.m. - ROLL CALL AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM AND CITIZEN GUIDELINES B. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. FLAG C. COMMUNITY EVENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/COUNCIL ACTIVITIES D. REQUESTS TO POSTPONE, ADD TO, OR CHANGE THE ORDER OF AGENDA ITEMS E. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Consider a motion to approve the minutes of the Joint Work Session with the Vinton Planning Commission on September 1, 2026. 2. Consider a motion to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting on September 1, 2026. F. AWARDS, INTRODUCTIONS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS 1. Constitution Week Proclamation – Vice Mayor Mullins & Daughters of the American Revolution G. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS AND PETITIONS - This section is reserved for comments and questions for issues not listed on the agenda. H. BRIEFINGS I. ITEMS REQUIRING ACTION 1. Consider the adoption of a Resolution requesting the General Assembly amend the Charter of the Town of Vinton to remove and/or resolve inconsistent, outdated, and/or unnecessary language, to clarify language regarding the Town Manager’s authority, and Bradley E. Grose, Mayor Laurie J. Mullins, Vice Mayor Keith N. Liles, Council Member Sabrina M. McCarty, Council Member Michael W. Stovall, Council Member Vinton Municipal Building 311 South Pollard Street Vinton, VA 24179 (540) 983-0607 2 to incorporate other language requested by Town Council. – Cody Sexton, Deputy Town Manager J. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Consideration of public comments concerning the proposed amendments, transfers, and additional appropriations to the Town of Vinton’s FY2026-2027 budget to appropriate funding for projects and activities that were budgeted and appropriated in the previous fiscal year in the total amount of $1,160,000 in the General Fund and the Capital Fund. These previously funded projects include equipment purchases and repairs, contractual services, and capital projects for the History Museum, water infrastructure, and stormwater infrastructure. a. Open Public Hearing • Report from Staff – Cody Sexton, Deputy Town Manager • Receive public comments • Council discussion and questions b. Close Public Hearing c. Consider the adoption of the Resolution as presented 2. Consideration of public comments concerning the proposed budget amendment to appropriate $2,500,000 received from the General Obligation Bond and $1,150,000 from unappropriated fund balance in the Capital Fund for the Funding of the Vinton War Memorial Renovation Project in the total amount of $3,650,000. a. Open Public Hearing • Report from Staff – Cody Sexton, Deputy Town Manager • Receive public comments • Council discussion and questions b. Close Public Hearing c. Consider the adoption of the Resolution as presented K. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEES 1. Public Works Committee – Jill Acker, Interim Director of Public Works Administration L. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES M. TOWN ATTORNEY N. TOWN MANAGER’S PROJECT UPDATES/COMMENTS O. COUNCIL AND MAYOR P. ADJOURNMENT 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. 3 NEXT COMMITTEE/TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS AND TOWN EVENTS: October 6, 2026 – 6:00 p.m. - Regular Council Meeting – TOV Chamber October 10, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. – Fall Festival – Downtown October 12, 2026 – Town Offices will be closed in observance of Columbus Day October 14, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. – Community Development Committee Meeting – TOV Annex October 26, 2026 – 3:00 p.m. – Finance Committee Meeting – TOV Finance October 27, 2026 – 3:00 p.m. – Trick or Treat Event- Downtown Meeting Date September 15, 2026 Department Council Issue Minutes from the Joint Work Session with Vinton Planning Commission and Regular Meeting of September 1, 2026. Attachments Minutes Recommendations Consider a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented. Town Council Agenda Summary 1 MINUTES OF A JOINT WORK SESSION BETWEEN THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL AND VINTON PLANNING COMMISSION HELD AT 6:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE VINTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VINTON, VIRGINIA MEMBERS PRESENT: Bradley E. Grose, Mayor Laurie J. Mullins, Vice Mayor Michael W. Stovall Keith N. Liles Sabrina M. McCarty PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Jonathan P. McCoy, Chairman David R. Jones, Vice Chairman Robert W. Benninger Keith N. Liles Joshua Mullen STAFF PRESENT: Richard Peters, Town Manager Cody Sexton, Deputy Town Manager Megan Lawless, Town Clerk Anita McMillan, Director of Planning and Zoning Nathan McClung, Assistant Director of Planning and Zoning Julie Tucei, Planning and Zoning Coordinator Jill Loope, Special Projects Assistant to the Town Manager Mayor Grose called the joint work session to order at 4:02 p.m. The Town Clerk called the roll with Council Member Liles, Council Member McCarty, Council Member Stovall, Vice Mayor Mullins, and Mayor Grose present. Mrs. Tucei then called the roll for the Planning Commission with Chairman McCoy, Vice Chairman Jones, Commissioner Benninger, Commissioner Liles, and Commissioner Mullen present. Mike Callahan with Line and Grade and Vlad Gavrilovic with New Paradigm provided a PowerPoint presentation on recommended zoning updates that align with the Comprehensive Plan. The purpose of the joint work session was to review the Vinton Zoning Code Updates to promote housing development. The project seeks to update the Town’s Zoning Ordinance and bring it into greater alignment with the housing and downtown vitality goals identified in the Comprehensive Plan. The following Comprehensive Plan goals were identified as relevant to the zoning code update with a high focus on the downtown area: 1. Increase the number of housing units within walking distance of downtown. 2. Increase the Town’s housing stock. 3. Increase the supply of starter homes and homes affordable to the Town’s workforce. 4. Encourage transformation of aging strip commercial development along major corridors into a more vibrant mix of uses, including housing. 5. Encourage adaptive reuse of older buildings. 2 The project goals presented included: 1. Establish better alignment between the Comprehensive Plan and the Zoning Ordinance. 2. Modernize zoning and development standards. 3. Seek and incorporate community input. 4. Provide greater flexibility in permitted housing types. 5. Facilitate a more active downtown through infill and mixed-use development. 6. Promote revitalization of commercial corridors. 7. Promote walkability. Initially, the project was expected to wrap up in October; however, Community Engagement was rescheduled for September to avoid the vacation season in July and August. The new timeline is by the end of the year. Mr. Callahan continued with the project analysis which found that the Town currently has a shortage of opportunities for missing middle housing. Missing middle housing generally includes housing types that fall between traditional single-family homes and larger multifamily developments. EXISTING ZONING STANDARDS A chart was provided within the presentation that provided dimensions, uses, parking, connectivity, and landscaping in the most popular districts in CB, GB, RB, R3, and R2. The existing zoning standards were reviewed across the Town’s residential, business, and mixed-use districts. The review considered minimum lot sizes and widths, building height, setbacks, lot coverage, density, permitted residential and mixed-use development, permitted housing types, parking requirements, shared and off-site parking, parking location, sidewalks, inter-parcel access, tree canopy, open space, and landscaping/buffering requirements. The review identified several standards that may limit the development of smaller-scale multifamily and middle housing types. GEOSPATIAL ZONING ANALYSIS A geospatial zoning analysis was conducted to determine where various housing types could potentially be constructed in Vinton under the existing zoning regulations. The analysis considered: • Existing zoning and development standards; • Parcel dimensions; • Vacant parcels; and • Town-owned parcels. The purpose of the analysis was to determine, under a best-case scenario, where various housing types could be developed under the Town’s current regulations. The analysis did not fully account for parcels that may be unbuildable due to physical or other site constraints. Single-family residential development is permitted by right on approximately 73% of the Town’s land area, representing approximately 1,477 acres. Of that area, approximately 182 acres, or 12.3%, are vacant. Townhomes are permitted by right on approximately 22% of the Town’s land area, representing approximately 449 acres. Approximately 59 acres, or 13.1%, are vacant. 3 Duplexes are permitted by right on approximately 31% of the Town’s land area, representing approximately 632 acres. Approximately 85 acres, or 13.4%, are vacant. Apartments are permitted by right on approximately 21% of the Town’s land area, representing approximately 426 acres. Approximately 55 acres, or 12.9%, are vacant. Targeted questionnaire outreach was conducted with individuals who regularly use the Town’s zoning code, including builders, real estate professionals, and other stakeholders. The feedback indicated that: • Missing middle housing types identified in the Comprehensive Plan are among the more difficult housing types to develop under the current regulations. • There is interest in higher-density housing and new types, including cottage courts. • Improvements to development and use standards are needed. SUMMARY OF KEY FINDINGS There were a few slides in the presentation that provided data analysis with charts and graphs. The current dimensional standards may discourage development of smaller multifamily and missing middle housing products. Some missing middle housing products are not permitted by right. For example, townhomes in the R2 district require a special use permit. Other housing types, including cottage courts and stacked townhomes, are not specifically addressed in the current zoning code. The review found limited flexibility for incorporating residential uses within the CB and GB districts. It is recommended that this standard be amended. Residential uses in the CB district are subject to parking requirements, while commercial uses are not subject to the same requirements. The MUD and PUD districts may also be redundant and could potentially be consolidated. Chairman McCoy stated one of the items that could be most effective for boosting housing is public infrastructure investment. He then asked if there are items that were specially talked about regarding that. Mr. Callahan said that he needed to look back at the survey, but he believes that probably relates to stormwater management. This is a topic that comes up a lot. Chairman McCoy added that stormwater is not one that we would have a lot of control in with zoning. Mr. Callahan added that the Comprehensive Plan touched on in some targeted areas there could be shared stormwater management. Transportation access was also discussed. Water pressure continues to be a concern east of the Vinton War Memorial. PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATIONS Issue 1 – Thriving Downtown 4 The first recommendation addresses the Comprehensive Plan goals of increasing housing downtown and facilitating a more active downtown through mixed-use development. It was proposed that residential-only buildings, without ground-floor commercial space, be permitted in the CB district outside of the central business core. Proposed text changes would also clarify where active ground-floor use is required, particularly along Lee Avenue and Pollard Street, and where ground-floor residential uses are permitted. Additional flexibility was proposed for residential development in the CB district regarding density, parcel size, setbacks, and parking requirements. Under this concept, building height would serve as the primary mechanism for regulating the intensity of development within the CB district. Mayor Grose asked for clarification on the recommendation in central downtown to not be residential and commercial and for the other section of town, be residential only. Mr. Callahan said that is correct because right now in section CB, the Town has to have commercial use. That limits the amount of housing that can be built downtown. Mr. Gavrilovic took over the presentation and continued with the remainder of the preliminary recommendations. He stated that these are concepts still and the goal is to show specifics so that everyone can understand the concepts, but feedback is needed before there is draft language. Issue 2 – Modernize Standards The second recommendation addresses Comprehensive Plan goals related to adaptive reuse, commercial corridor revitalization, and compatible infill development. A CAD analysis of typical lots was conducted to determine what changes to development standards could make additional housing types feasible. The analysis examined several missing middle housing types within the Residential-Business (RB) districts. The analysis indicated that a duplex could fit on a 5,000-square-foot lot, approximately 50 feet by 100 feet, if setback requirements were modified. Under the current standards, a duplex requires a 12,000-square-foot lot with a minimum lot width of 75 feet. It was also noted that the current standards require rental or condominium ownership and do not allow the lot to be subdivided so that the two homes could be sold separately. Sample floor plans were provided in the presentation to illustrate the potential development. The analysis considered the practical minimum lot size for a stacked townhome development. The analysis indicated that a stacked townhome development could fit on a 6,000-square- foot lot, approximately 60 feet by 100 feet, with modified setback requirements. The current standards already allow stacked townhomes as multifamily development with a 6,000-square-foot minimum lot size. The analysis also considered the practical minimum lot size for an “apartment home” development. 5 The analysis indicated that a six-unit building could fit on an approximately 11,250-square- foot lot, or approximately 75 feet by 150 feet, with modified setback requirements. The current standards already allow multifamily development with a 12,000-square-foot minimum lot size. Under the proposed concept, apartment homes would require a reduction in parking requirements from two spaces per unit for one- and two-bedroom units to approximately 1.5 spaces per unit, along with some reduction in setback requirements. Issue 3 – Missing Middle Housing The third recommendation addresses the Comprehensive Plan goals of providing additional housing types and increasing the supply of starter homes. Concepts were developed for the following zoning districts: • Residential-Business (RB); • General Business (GB); and • MUD/PUD districts. No comments or questions were offered. RESIDENTIAL-BUSINESS (RB) DISTRICT CONCEPT The proposed RB district concept would allow a greater diversity of missing middle housing types on lots that can accommodate them while protecting existing lower-density residential neighborhoods. The concept would also seek to ensure that sufficient space remains on smaller lots for on- site parking. Under the concept, small multifamily buildings that can fit within a single-family residential context would be permitted. Some reductions in parking requirements and setbacks would provide greater flexibility for housing development on smaller lots. A minimum lot dimension would be established for application of the proposed standards. Smaller lots would remain subject to the existing three-story and 35-foot height limitation. GENERAL BUSINESS (GB) DISTRICT CONCEPT The objectives of the GB district concept include allowing greater flexibility and density for housing while preserving capacity for commercial uses and protecting adjacent lower-density residential neighborhoods. The concept would also protect the availability of large parcels for commercial uses. A graduated height approach based on lot size was presented: • Small lots: Three stories or 35 feet; • Medium lots: Four stories or 45 feet for lots of at least 50 feet by 150 feet; and • Large lots: Five stories or 60 feet for lots of at least 100 feet by 150 feet. Some reductions in parking requirements and setbacks would provide additional flexibility for housing development. For parcels of 20,000 square feet or larger, the concept would require either ground-floor commercial uses with residential uses above or an entirely commercial development. 6 The concept was summarized as follows: • Lots smaller than approximately 50 feet by 150 feet would be limited to three stories or 35 feet. • Lots at least 50 feet by 150 feet would be eligible for four stories or 45 feet. • Lots at least 100 feet by 150 feet would be eligible for five stories or 60 feet. • Parcels of at least 20,000 square feet would require ground-floor commercial uses when residential uses are located above or would be required to remain entirely commercial. MUD/PUD DISTRICT CONCEPT The concept presented for the MUD/PUD districts would eliminate the PUD district if feasible. It was noted that there are currently no PUD districts mapped within the Town. The PUD district requires a larger district size than is feasible for most properties, and its development standards are not as robust or modern as those contained within the MUD district. The concept would continue the MUD district as a floating zone while revising its standards to encourage middle housing types. Any revisions would need to ensure that there are no negative impacts on properties already zoned MUD. The concept would also consider streamlining the development process to help stimulate economic development. No comments or questions were offered. FEEDBACK AND NEXT STEPS Participants were asked to provide feedback regarding the proposed project goals, stakeholder input, preliminary recommendations, and potential obstacles or issues that should be considered as the project moves forward. Feedback was also requested regarding whether additional issues should be added to the project or examined more closely. Participants were asked to provide guidance regarding the process for public input and community education during the coming months. There was a brief discussion on the McGimsey project and the RFP that was issued with the response from one developer. These zoning updates would help move this project forward. Mr. Peters shared that this is an opportunity for the group to establish what the new zoning standards should be for developable tracks like the McGimsey property. Chairman McCoy commented on the difficulty of financing missing middle housing. Next, he commented on the building codes for single-family and multifamily units, so while the zoning codes may change, if the building codes do not, this will not work. He then recommended a build-out type of analysis. 7 Mr. Callahan believes the maps that they showed give a good sense of the build-out. He added that there are building code issues such as driveway standards. Average household sizes are declining significantly which creates more interest in these housing types. Mayor Grose shared that households are changing and there is a need for these zoning changes. Current restrictions were put in place to prevent duplexes, but times have changed and there is a need for them. He recommended the use of modernized photos to show that duplexes have changed over time. Mrs. McMillan shared comments on how needs change and staff are looking into everything including driveway widths. She plans to involve the Public Works Department and the Fire Department/EMS. She acknowledged there is a lot to this process. Vice Mayor Mullins added that if the Town could build an apartment with an elevator, but each unit be one level, people may like that. Mayor Grose shared some comments on economic development and improving demographics. It is important to add more people to the Town and restrict parking to the back of units rather than the front. Mr. Callahan confirmed that parking can be at the back. Mr. Gavrilovic shared that it is important to look at lot sizes. Vice Chairman Jones commented on the older population that cannot maintain their homes. There was a brief discussion on the best ways to present this to the community with pictures being the top recommendation and moving parking to the back of the housing units. Mrs. McMillan shared details of the Community Open House which is scheduled for September 24, 2026. This meeting will provide an opportunity for additional community input regarding the proposed zoning code updates. The discussion ended at 5:13 p.m. and dinner was served. ADJOURNMENT Following dinner and there being no further business related to the work session, the meeting concluded. For Vinton Town Council, Council Member Liles made a motion to adjourn the meeting; the motion was seconded by Council Member McCarty. For the Vinton Planning Commission, Chairman McCoy made a motion to adjourn the meeting; the motion was seconded by Commissioner Benninger and carried by the following vote, with all members of the Town Council voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – Liles, McCarty, Mullins, Stovall, Grose; Nays (0) – None and all members of the Planning Commission voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – Liles, Benninger, McCoy, Mullen, Jones; Nays (0) - None. The meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m. 8 APPROVED: _________________________________ Bradley E. Grose, Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________ Megan Lawless, Town Clerk 1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD AT 6:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE VINTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VINTON, VIRGINIA MEMBERS PRESENT: Bradley E. Grose, Mayor Laurie J. Mullins, Vice Mayor Keith N. Liles Sabrina M. McCarty Michael W. Stovall STAFF PRESENT: Richard Peters, Town Manager Cody Sexton, Deputy Town Manager Megan Lawless, Town Clerk Jeremy Carroll, Town Attorney Tim Lawless, Deputy Chief of Police Tiffany Stewart, Director of Finance Mayor Grose called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. The Town Clerk called the roll with Council Member Liles, Council Member McCarty, Council Member Stovall, Vice Mayor Mullins, Grose present. After a Moment of Silence,Deputy Chief Lawless led the Pledge of Allegiance. Announcements, and Council Activities, Council Member McCarty announced the following events: September 7 – Town Offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day. September 12-20 – Virginia’s Blue Ridge Restaurant Week. September 12 – 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Mingle in the Market with Travis Reigh and Justin & Lyndsay Bella Prillaman. September 18 – 1:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – 2026 Fall Golf Tournament with the Vinton Area Chamber of Commerce. September 26 – 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. – Mingle in the Market with Solacoustix and Chris Keaton & the Millennials. Vice Mayor Mullins announced the following Council activities: 2 August 20 – Mayor Grose attended the Vinton First Aid Crew Board Meeting. August 27 – Mayor Grose, Vice Mayor Mullins, Council Member Liles, and Council Member Stovall attended the State of the City. August 27 – Council Member Stovall and Council Member Liles attended the Transportation Planning Organization meeting. Requests to postpone, add to or change the order of agenda items, no requests were offered. Vice Mayor Mullins made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented; the motion was seconded by Council Member McCarty and carried by the following vote, with all members voting: Vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – Liles, Grose; Nays (0) – None. Regular Meeting of August 18, 2026. Under Awards, Introductions, Presentations, there were no items. Under Citizens’ Comments and Petitions, no comments were offered. Under Briefings, there were no items. Under Items Requiring Action, items. Under Public Hearing, Mayor Grose opened the public hearing at 6:07 p.m. General Assembly amend the Charter of the Town outdated, and/or unnecessary language, to clarify language regarding the Town Manager’s authority, Town Council. Town Charter. A few edits have been made since that meeting and were provided to Town Council and the public. Mr. Peters then advised that it is his meeting but proceed with the public hearing due to clarification of the appointment of the treasurer and cle Public hearing opened. 3 saying there is language that they are not comfortable with. Mayor Grose asked if another public hearing will be needed of which Mr. Carroll advised no, tonight’s public hearing is all that is required. public. Council. Mayor Grose officially closed the public hearing at 6:08 p.m. and advised that the Resolution will not be considered at tonight’s meeting. Mr. Peters further clarified that there was enough comfortable with. Mr. Carroll wanted to be more specific and added Council appointed treasurer or clerk who is also an need to work out the ambiguity that may exist there to make sure the lines of authority are clear. Mr. Peters advised they want to be overly clear on the intent and he appreciates Council’s understanding. Mayor Grose acknowledged this is not something we do every day, and it is important to get it right. These edits will be made and distributed before the 2026. Under Reports from Committees, there were no reports. Under Appointments to Boards, Commissions, and Committees, there were no appointments. Public hearing closed. Under Town Attorney, no comments were offered. Under Town Manager’s Projects Updates, there were no updates. 4 relevant for the group that was not included in the recent Mayor’s Report. Under Council and Mayor Comments, Council Member Liles Session with the Vinton Planning Commission. Council Member McCarty complimented the Joint Commission and gave a shout-out to Macado’s. Vice Mayor Mullins complimented the Remember 911 sign at the corner of the Municipal building and shared that it is hard to believe it has been 25 years since that happened. Vinton Café. Mayor Grose thanked the staff who attended the baseball game. He then congratulated Mr. Peters Facilities Authority by the Governor. Council Member Liles adjourn the meeting; the motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Mullins vote 5-0; Yeas (5) – Liles, Mullins, Grose; Nays (0) – None. ATTEST: _______________________________ Megan Lawless, Town Clerk Meeting Adjourned at 6:12 p.m. APPROVED: _______________________________ Bradley E. Grose, Mayor Meeting Date September 15, 2026 Department Council Issue Proclamation – Constitution Week Summary September 17-23, 2026, is National Constitution Week to commemorate its history and importance and bring attention to how it serves still today. Attachment Proclamation Recommendations Present Proclamation Town Council Agenda Summary PROCLAMATION IN RECOGNITION OF THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA WHEREAS, September 17, 2026, marks the two hundred and thirty-ninth anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States of America, which established the framework of our government and remains a cornerstone of our nation’s democracy; and WHEREAS, the year 2026 marks the two hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the United States of America, providing an important opportunity to reflect upon our nation’s history, the principles upon which it was founded, and the freedoms and responsibilities entrusted to each generation; and WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper to accord official recognition to the Constitution of the United States and to commemorate Constitution Week, while also honoring the 250-year history and enduring ideals of our nation; and WHEREAS, Public Law 915 guarantees the issuing of a proclamation each year by the President of the United States of America designating September 17 through 23 as Constitution Week; and WHEREAS, Constitution Week provides an opportunity for citizens to reflect upon the significance of the Constitution, to recognize the rights and liberties it protects, and to encourage an informed appreciation of the principles of representative government; and NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mayor Bradley E. Grose, and the Vinton Town Council, on behalf of the citizens of the Town of Vinton, Virginia, do hereby proudly proclaim September 17 through September 23, 2026, as Constitution Week in the Town of Vinton, and encourage all citizens to join in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America and honoring the enduring principles embodied in our Constitution. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of Vinton, Virginia, to be affixed on this 15th day of September 2026. ________________________________ Bradley E. Grose, Mayor Meeting Date September 15, 2026 Department Human Resources and Risk Management Summary Brandon Alterio will be present to introduce intern Grace Eakin. Grace is coming to us from Liberty University where she is pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication. She is interning with us to assist in social media postings, advertising, and much more. We are happy to have her with us through the fall semester. Attachments None Recommendations None Town Council Agenda Summary Meeting Date September 15, 2026 Department Administration Issue Amendment of the Town of Vinton Charter Attachments Resolution with proposed edits to the Town Charter Recommendations Consider a motion to adopt the Resolution requesting that the General Assembly amend the charter of the Town of Vinton to remove and/or resolve inconsistent, outdated, and/or unnecessary language, to clarify language regarding the town manager’s authority, and to incorporate other language requested by town council. Town Council Agenda Summary 1 RESOLUTION ______ AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL, HELD ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE VINTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VINTON, VIRGINIA. A RESOLUTION PURSUANT TO VIRGINIA CODE § 15.2-202 REQUESTING THAT THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY AMEND THE CHARTER OF THE TOWN OF VINTON TO REMOVE AND/OR RESOLVE INCONSISTENT, OUTDATED, AND/OR UNNECESSARY LANGUAGE, TO CLARIFY LANGUAGE REGARDING THE TOWN MANAGER’S AUTHORITY, AND TO INCORPORATE OTHER LANGUAGE REQUESTED BY TOWN COUNCIL. WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Vinton has directed the Town Manager and Town Attorney to review the Town Charter and propose changes that would remove and/or resolve inconsistent, outdated, and/or unnecessary language, clarify language regarding the Town Manager’s authority, and incorporate language requested by Town Council; and WHEREAS, Town Council has reviewed the Town Manager’s and Town Attorney’s recommended changes to the Town Charter and has determined that the amendments reflected in this Resolution are in the best interests of the Town and its residents; and WHEREAS, Town Council has provided notice of a public hearing to be held in accordance with Virginia Code § 15.2-202; and WHEREAS, Town Council held a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Town Charter on September 1, 2026; and WHEREAS, Town Council desires that the sections of the Town Charter referenced in this Resolution be amended as reflected herein, and that all other sections of the Town Charter remain in full force and effect in their current form without amendment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Town Council of the Town of Vinton, Virginia, as follows: 1. Town Council requests that the General Assembly amend and reenact Chapter 618 of the Acts of Assembly with the following revisions: Vinton, Town of County of Roanoke * * * 2 Chapter 2. Powers. * * * § 2.2. Adoption of certain sections of the Code of Virginia. The powers granted in § 2.1 of this charter include specifically, but are not limited to, all powers set forth in Chapters 9 (§§ 15.2-900 through 15.2-988) and 11 (§§ 15.2-1100 through 15.2-1133) of Title 15.2 §§ 15.1-837 through 15.1-907, inclusive, of the Code of Virginia, as amended, and all acts in furtherance thereof and supplemental thereto. (1981, c. 618) § 2.3. Eminent domain. The powers of eminent domain as set forth in Title 15.21 and Title 25.1 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, are hereby conferred upon the town of Vinton. (1981, c. 618) * * * Chapter 3. Council. § 3.1. Election, qualification and term of office for mayor and councilmembersn. The town of Vinton shall be governed by a town council composed of a mayor and four councilmembersn, all of whom shall be qualified voters of the town, to be elected from the town at large. Any person qualified to vote in the town shall be eligible for the office of mayor or councilmemberan. The mayor and the councilmembersn in office at the time of the adoption of this charter shall continue in office until their successors are duly elected and qualified. An election for two councilmembersn shall be held on the first Tuesday in NovemberMay, 20261982, and on the first Tuesday in NovemberMay of every second year thereafter. A mayor shall be elected on the first Tuesday in NovemberMay, 20281984, and every four years thereafter unless a vacancy in office occurs, in which case the provisions of § 3.5 of this charter shall control. The mayor and councilmembersn shall enter upon their duties, after qualifying, on the first day of Januarly next succeeding their election, and shall each serve for a term of four years or until their successors have qualified. (1981, c. 618; 1982, c. 86; 1998, c. 249) § 3.1.1. Holding other office. Except as otherwise authorized by law, the mayor or a councilmemberan shall not be eligible during his or her term of office, or for one year thereafter, for any compensated town employment. If appointed by the council to a board or commission, the councilmember may be compensated as a member of such board or commission. (2003, c. 199) * * * § 3.4. Mayor and vice-mayor. The mayor shall preside over the meetings of the council, have the same right to speak therein as other members and shall have a vote but no veto. ThHe mayor shall be recognized as the head of the town government for all ceremonial purposes, the purposes of military law, and the service of civil process, and shall authenticate by his or her signature, such documents or instruments as the council, this charter, or the laws of the Commonwealth shall require. At its first meeting in 3 January following a councilmember election, the council shall choose by a majority vote of all the members thereof one of their number to be vice-mayor for the ensuing two years. The vice- mayor shall in the absence or disability of the mayor perform the duties of the mayor. In the absence or disability of both mayor and vice-mayor the council, by majority vote of those present, shall choose one of their number as acting mayor. (1981, c. 618) § 3.5. Vacancy in office of mayor. A vacancy in the office of mayor shall be filled within forty-fivethirty days of when the vacancy occurs, for the unexpired portion of the term, by a majority vote of council. The person appointed by council shall hold the office of mayor until the qualified voters fill the vacancy by special election pursuant to Article 6 (§§ 24.2-225 through 24.2-229.1) of Chapter 2 of Title 24.2 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, and the person so elected has qualifiedIf, however, the unexpired portion of the term is more than two years, the person appointed by council shall serve only until the next regular councilmanic election. At such election, the vacancy shall be filled by the electorate for a four-year term beginning on July 1 of the year of the election. Succeeding mayoral elections shall be every four years after the election at which the vacancy was filled. (1981, c. 618; 1992, c. 272; 1998, c. 249) * * * § 3.7. Powers of council. In addition to exercising the powers of the town specified in Chapter 2 of this charter, including without limitation those powers incorporated from Chapters 9 (§§ 15.2-900 through 15.2-988) and 11 (§§ 15.2-1100 through 15.2-1133) of Title 15.2 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, the council shall have the power to make such rules as are necessary for the orderly conduct of its business and for the administration of the town government not inconsistent with the laws of Virginia. (1981, c. 618) § 3.7.1. Council not to interfere with appointments or removals. Council shall act only with respect to the appointment, suspension, removal, and prescribed duties of the town manager, town attorney, town clerk, and/or town treasurer. Neither the council nor any of its members shall direct or request the town manager or the town manager’s subordinates to appoint any person to, or remove any person from, any other position with the town, or in any manner take part in the appointment or removal of other town officers or employees. Except for the purpose of conducting administrative inquiries and hearings by the council or a committee thereof, the council and its members shall deal with the town’s administrative officers and employees solely through the town manager, and neither the council nor any member thereof shall give orders to any subordinates of the town manager, either publicly or privately. § 3.8. Salaries and expenses. The council by ordinance may establish the salary of the mayor and members of council as provided for in §§ 15.21-1414.7827 and 15.1-827.1 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, or other applicable law. The council and may also authorize monthly expense allotments or expense accounts for the mayor and members of council. However, all claims for expenses shall be for reasonable expenses to the extent permitted by law incurred in the conduct of official town 4 business and shall be itemized and documented by stamped paid receipts to the extent feasible. (1985, c. 14) Chapter 4. Appointive Officers. § 4.1. Appointments. At the first meeting in Januarly following each councilmemberanic election, or as soon thereafter as practicable, the council shall appoint the following officers: town manager, town treasurer, town clerk, and town attorney. (1981, c. 618) § 4.2. Town manager. TheA town manager who shall be the chief administrative officer and executive head of the municipal government. ThHe town manager shall be chosen by the council without regard to political beliefs and solely upon the basis of his or her executive and administrative qualifications. The town manager shall be responsible to council for the proper management of all the affairs of the town which council has authority to control. No member of council may be appointed as town manager during the term for which the councilmember shall have been elected nor within one year after the expiration of the councilmember’s term. The town manager shall receive such compensation as the council shall fix from time to time. (1981, c. 618) § 4.2.1. Powers and duties of town manager. The town manager shall have those powers and duties prescribed in § 15.2-1541 of the Code of Virginia, as amended. Without limiting the foregoing, the town manager shall have the following powers and duties: (a) The town manager shall have the power and duty to appoint, direct, supervise, prescribe duties to, provide oversight for, suspend, and/or remove all town administrative officers and employees, except as otherwise provided by law, this charter, or personnel rules or policies adopted by council. The town manager may designate administrative officers and employees to perform administrative duties and to exercise administrative powers as provided in § 15.2-1501 of the Code of Virginia, as amended. The town manager may appoint deputies and assistants to aid him or her in carrying out his or her powers and duties, including deputies and assistants within the town’s departments, offices, and agencies, as provided in § 15.2-1502 of the Code of Virginia, as amended. The town manager may authorize any administrative officer or employee subject to the town manager’s direction and supervision to exercise these powers with respect to subordinates in that officer’s or employee’s department, office, or agency. (b) The town manager shall direct and supervise and exercise control over the administration of all town departments, offices, and agencies. The town manager may reorganize departmental and staff responsibilities as needed, except as otherwise provided by law, this charter, or policies adopted by council. The town manager will receive reports from, and give directions to, the heads of all town departments, offices, and agencies. 5 (c) The town manager will attend all town council meetings unless excused by counsel. The town manager may take part in discussions during all meetings that are open to the public but shall not have a vote. Unless excluded from a closed meeting by council, the town manager may take part in discussions during all meetings that are closed to the public under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, Chapter 37 (§§ 2.2-3700 through 2.2- 3715) of Title 2.2 of the Code of Virginia, as amended. (d) The town manager shall see that all ordinances, resolutions, directives, orders, and other acts of council, all provisions of this charter, and all laws of the Commonwealth subject to enforcement by the town manager or by officers or employees subject to the town manager’s direction and supervision are faithfully executed. (e) The town manager shall prepare and submit the annual budget and capital program to the town council and implement the final budget adopted by council. The town manager may undertake any acts he or she reasonably believes to be necessary to implement the final budget adopted by council, including without limitation entering into contracts, in the manner provided by law, for the procurement of goods and services from nongovernmental sources. (f) The town manager shall keep council fully advised of the town’s financial condition and its future financial needs. The town manager shall submit to town council and make available to the public a complete report on the finances and administrative activities of the town as of the end of each fiscal year. (g) The town manager shall keep the council fully advised as to the present and future needs of the town and as to all operations of its government. The town manager shall make such reports to council from time to time as may be required or as the town manager may deem to be advisable concerning the operations and other affairs of the town under the town manager’s control and supervision. (h) The town manager shall make recommendations to town council concerning the operations and other affairs of the town and facilitate the work of the town council in developing policies for the town. The town manager will recommend to council for adoption such measures as he or she may deem necessary or desirable. (i) The town manager will assist council in developing long-term goals for the town and strategies to implement those goals. (j) The town manager shall oversee all procurement activities for the town. (k) The town manager may execute deeds, contracts, and other instruments on behalf of the town. (l) The town manager will encourage and provide staff support for regional and intergovernmental cooperation. 6 (m) The town manager will promote partnerships among council, staff, and citizens in developing public policy and building a sense of community. (n) The town manager shall provide staff support services for the mayor and council members. (o) The town manager shall perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed in this charter or required by town council. § 4.3. Town treasurer. TheA town treasurer shall have t, whose duties shall be as prescribed by the council. The town treasurer also shall serve as the town financial officer as required under § 15.2-1537 of the Code of Virginia, as amended. If the town treasurer is a town employee, then he or she shall be subject to the town manager’s direction and supervision in that capacity, and the town manager may prescribe duties to the employee in that capacity and may suspend or remove the employee from that position. (1981, c. 618) § 4.4. Town clerk. TheA town clerk, who also may be the town manager, and/or the town treasurer, shall have twhose duties shall be as prescribed by council. The town clerk shall serve as the clerk of council as required under § 15.2-1538 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, and perform those duties required under § 15.2-1539 of the Code of Virginia, as amended. If the town clerk is a town employee, then he or she shall be subject to the town manager’s direction and supervision in that capacity, and the town manager may prescribe duties to the employee in that capacity and may suspend or remove the employee from that position. (1981, c. 618) § 4.5. Town attorney. TheA town attorney, who shall be an attorney-at-law licensed to practice under the laws of the Commonwealth. The town attorney He shall receive such compensation and fees as shall be provided by the council by ordinance or resolution. The town attorney’s His duties shall be as prescribed by the council. The town attorney may appoint such deputies and assistants as he or she deems necessary. (1981, c. 618; 1992, c. 272) § 4.6. Public safetyolice and fire department officers. The functions of public safety shall be performed by the police department and such other bureaus, divisions, and units as may be provided by ordinance or by orders of the town manager consistent therewith. The council, in its discretion, may provide a chief of police and a fire chief whose duties shall be as prescribed by council. In accordance with the provisions of § 15.1-796 of the Code of Virginia, there shall not be created in the town the office of town sergeant. (1981, c. 618) § 4.6.1. Police Department. The police department shall be under the supervision of the town manager and consist of the chief of police and such other police officers and employees of such ranks and grades as may be established by council. The police department shall be responsible for the preservation of the public peace, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals, protection of the rights of persons 7 and property, and enforcement of the laws of the Commonwealth, the ordinances of the town and all rules and regulations made in accordance therewith. The chief of police and the other members of the police department of the town shall have all the powers and duties of police officers as provided by the general laws of the Commonwealth. § 4.6.2. Chief of Police. The head of the police department shall be the chief of police who shall be appointed by the town manager. The town manager also shall appoint a deputy chief of police, after consultation with the chief of police. The chief of police shall appoint all other members of the police department and shall assign all members of the police department to their respective ranks, posts, shifts, details, and duties. The chief of police shall make rules and regulations in conformity with the general laws of the Commonwealth, this charter, and the ordinances of the town concerning the operation of the police department, the conduct of the police officers and employees thereof, their uniforms, arms and other equipment, their training, and the penalties to be imposed for infractions of such rules and regulations. The chief of police shall be responsible for the efficiency, discipline and good conduct of the police department. Orders of the town manager relating to the police department shall be transmitted in all cases through the chief of police or, in his or her absence from the town or incapacity, through the deputy chief of police or, if there is no deputy chief of police, through an police officer ofrom the police department designated as the acting chief of police by the town manager. * * * § 4.9. Term of office. All appointments of officers hereunder shall be without definite term. Appointees hereunder shall serve at all times at the pleasure of the council, and they may be dismissed at any time, with or without cause, by a majority of the council. (1981, c. 618) * * * § 4.13. Boards and commissions. The council, in its discretion, may appoint such boards, and commissions, and committees as it deems necessary. (1981, c. 618) * * * Chapter 7. Miscellaneous. * * * § 7.6. Legislative procedure. Unless otherwise required by lawExcept in dealing with parliamentary procedure, the council shall may act only by ordinance, or resolution, or motion, and with the exception of ordinances making appropriations, or authorizing the contracting of indebtedness, any such ordinance, resolution, or motion shall be confined to one general subject. (1981, c. 618) 8 § 7.7. Water and sewer service charges. In operating public water and sewer services, the town may charge a different rate for any such services furnished to customers without the corporate limits from the rates charged for similar services to customers within the corporate limits. The town may provide by ordinance that all such unpaid charges and interest thereon shall constitute a lien on the real estate served by such water line or sewer. (1981, c. 618) * * * 2. Town Council requests that the General Assembly reenact, without amendment, those sections of Chapter 618 of the Acts of Assembly, as amended, that are unaffected by this Resolution, and that those unmodified sections of the Vinton Town Charter remain in full force and effect in their current form. 3. The Mayor, Vice Mayor, Town Manager, and Town Attorney, acting individually or collectively, are authorized and directed to take any and all actions on behalf of Town Council in conjunction with the proposed Charter amendments as may be required by applicable law or as may be reasonable and necessary to effectuate the Charter amendments. 4. The recitals to this Resolution are incorporated herein and declared to be the findings of Town Council in support of this action. 5. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. This Resolution was adopted the 15th day of September, 2026, on motion made by ___________________, seconded by_______________, with the following votes recorded: AYES: NAYS: APPROVED: _____________________________ Bradley E. Grose, Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________ Megan Lawless, Town Clerk Meeting Date September 15, 2026 Department Administration Issue Consideration of public comments concerning the proposed amendments, transfers, and additional appropriations to the Town of Vinton’s FY 2026-2027 budget to appropriate funding for equipment purchases and repairs, contractual services, capital projects for the Vinton History Museum, water infrastructure, and stormwater infrastructure in the total amount of $1,160,000 in the General Fund and the Capital Fund. Summary The proposed resolution and list of appropriations for the Town of Vinton’s FY 2026-2027 budget would provide money from fund balances for projects and activities that were budgeted and appropriated in the previous fiscal year in the total amount of $1,160,000 in the General Fund and the Capital Fund. These previously funded projects and activities include equipment purchases and repairs, contractual services, and capital projects for the History Museum, water infrastructure, and stormwater infrastructure. Due to timing constraints, these projects were not completed in the previous fiscal year; however, they still remain a priority for the Town. Section 15.2-2507 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, requires any locality to hold a Public Hearing to amend its budget when any such amendment exceeds one percent (1%) of the total expenditures show in the currently adopted budget. The Notice of this Public Hearing was advertised in The Vinton Messenger on September 3, 2026. Attachments Recommendations Resolution Conduct Public Hearing List of Transfers and Appropriations Motion to adopt Resolution Town Council Agenda Summary GENERAL LEDGER GL Account Description Debit Credit 10010000-334401 Appropriations 346,000.00 10010000-334404 Estimated Revenue 346,000.00 MOVE FUNDS TO: GL Account Description 10031104-508200 Police Ops Equipment 42,000.00 10042004-505000 Knuckleboom Repair 32,000.00 10081104-503000 Contractual Services (Zoning Ord)57,000.00 10090304-561705-AFPRJ Stormwater Drainage 215,000.00 346,000.00 MOVE FUNDS FROM: GL Account Description 10035003-499999 Re-Appropriated Fund Balance 346,000.00 346,000.00 GENERAL LEDGER GL Account Description Debit Credit 20010000-334401 Appropriations 814,000.00 20010000-334404 Estimated Revenue 814,000.00 MOVE FUNDS TO: GL Account Description 20041104-508210 Dump Truck Chassis 176,515.00 20043104-508200 History Museum Lift 50,000.00 20043104-508000 Capital Outlay (Park)8,400.00 20071604-508310 VWM Tables and Chairs 27,000.00 20071604-508310 VWM Storage 8,000.00 20081504-508400-WTRLN Gish Mill Waterline 814,000.00 814,000.00 MOVE FUNDS FROM: GL Account Description 20035003-499999 Re-appropriated Fund Balance 814,000.00 814,000.00 BUDGET TRANSFERS - COUNCIL ACTION ITEM - SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 GENERAL FUND CAPITAL FUND RESOLUTION NO. AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL, HELD ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE VINTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VINTON, VIRGINIA 24179. WHEREAS, Town staff have proposed a series of appropriations in order to deliver projects that had been prioritized in previous fiscal years; and, WHEREAS, the proposed amendment to the Town of Vinton’s FY 2026-2027 budget is intended to appropriate funding for projects and activities that were budgeted and appropriated but not completed in the previous fiscal year, including equipment purchases and repairs, contractual services, capital projects for the Vinton History Museum, water infrastructure, and stormwater infrastructure, in the total amount of $1,160,000 in the General Fund and the Capital Fund.; and, WHEREAS, Section 15.2-2507 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, requires any locality to hold a Public Hearing to amend its budget when any such amendment exceeds one percent (1%) of the total expenditures show in the currently adopted budget; and, WHEREAS, the Notice of this Public Hearing was advertised in The Vinton Messenger on September 3, 2026; and, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vinton Town Council does hereby approve the budget amendments, transfers, and appropriations as shown on the attached. This Resolution adopted on motion made by____, seconded by _____, with the following votes recorded: AYES: ABSENT: NAYS: APPROVED: Bradley E. Grose, Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________________ Megan Lawless, Town Clerk Meeting Date September 15, 2026 Department Administration Issue Consideration of public comments concerning the proposed amendments, transfers, and additional appropriations to the Town of Vinton’s FY 2026-2027 to appropriate $2,500,000 received from a General Obligation Bond and $1,150,000 from unappropriated fund balance in the Capital Fund for the funding of the Vinton War Memorial Renovation Project in the total amount of $3,650,000. Summary Town Council and staff have identified the Vinton War Memorial (VWM) as a notable and integral part of the community and have sought to make it a premier venue and public space not just for Vinton but for the Roanoke Valley. At the direction of Town Council, staff have initiated renovations of the VWM, which are actively underway and anticipated to be completed in late 2026. Furthermore, Town Council directed staff to fund the VWM’s renovation project through a combination of local reserve funds and the issuance of debt. The Town anticipates closing on a General Obligation Bond in the amount of $2,500,000.00 in late September 2026. The proposed budget amendment would appropriate $2,500,000 received from a General Obligation Bond and $1,150,000 from unappropriated fund balance in the Capital Fund for the funding of the Vinton War Memorial Renovation Project in the total amount of $3,650,000. Section 15.2-2507 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, requires any locality to hold a Public Hearing to amend its budget when any such amendment exceeds one percent (1%) of the total expenditures show in the currently adopted budget. The Notice of this Public Hearing was advertised in The Vinton Messenger on September 3, 2026. Attachments Recommendations Resolution Conduct Public Hearing Motion to adopt Resolution Town Council Agenda Summary RESOLUTION NO. AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE VINTON TOWN COUNCIL, HELD ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE VINTON MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 311 SOUTH POLLARD STREET, VINTON, VIRGINIA 24179. WHEREAS, The Town of Vinton issued a Request for Proposals on June 18, 2026, to facilitate Bond Financing with proceeds to be used for capital improvements to the Town- Owned and Town-Maintained Vinton War Memorial (VWM) building, grounds, and infrastructure and pay for all related cost of issuance, and; WHEREAS, on August 18, 2026, Council adopted Resolution No. 2691 authorizing the issuance of a General Obligation Bond of the Town of Vinton in a principal amount not to exceed $2,500,000 and proving for the form, details, and payment of the bond and authorizing certain related actions, and; WHEREAS, Town Council directed staff to fund the VWM’s renovation project through a combination of local reserve funds and the issuance of debt; and, WHEREAS, the Town Council needs to approve a budget amendment to appropriate $2,500,000 received from the General Obligation Bond and $1,150,000 from unappropriated fund balance in the Capital Fund for the funding of the Vinton War Memorial Renovation Project in the total amount of $3,650,000. WHEREAS, Section 15.2-2507 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, requires any locality to hold a Public Hearing to amend its budget when any such amendment exceeds one percent (1%) of the total expenditures show in the currently adopted budget; and, WHEREAS, the Notice of this Public Hearing was advertised in The Vinton Messenger on September 3, 2026; and, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Vinton Town Council does hereby approves the budget amendments, transfers, and appropriations as shown on the attached. This Resolution adopted on motion made by____, seconded by _____, with the following votes recorded: AYES: ABSENT: NAYS: APPROVED: Bradley E. Grose, Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________________ Megan Lawless, Town Clerk Meeting Date September 15, 2026 Department Public Works Summary The Public Works Committee met on September 9, 2026. Jill Acker, Interim Director of Public Works Administration, will be present to provide a report to Council on what the Committee discussed. Attachments None Recommendations No action required Town Council Agenda Summary