HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Actions 10-05-20ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL
INFORMAL SESSION
OCTOBER 5, 2020
9:00 A.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
215 CHURCH AVENUE, S. W.
AGENDA
WHITE -BOYD
41889 - 100520
The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in
which to live, learn, work, play and prosper
A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular
beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge
Call to Order -- Roll Call. Mayor Lea arrived late.
Welcome. Vice -Mayor Joseph L. Cobb.
NOTICE
This morning's meeting will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 following
the 2:00 p.m. session on Thursday, October 8 at 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, October 10 at
4:00 p.m.; and video streamed through Facebook Live at facebook.com /RoanokeVa.
Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the hearing impaired.
ITEMS FOR ACTION:
A communication from Mayor Sherman P. Lea, Sr., requesting that Council convene in
a Closed Meeting to discuss the selection of candidates to be interviewed for the interim
City Council Member position, pursuant to Section 2.2 -3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia
(1950), as amended.
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ITEMS LISTED ON THE 2:00 P.M. COUNCIL DOCKET REQUIRING
DISCUSSION /CLARIFICATION AND ADDITIONS /DELETIONS TO THE 2:00 P.M.
AGENDA. NONE.
TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL. NONE.
BRIEFINGS:
League of Older Americans - 15 minutes
Age - Friendly City Survey and Action Plan
Received and filed.
At this point, Mayor Lea entered the meeting (9:08 a.m.).
At 9:16 a.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess for a Legislative
Committee meeting.
At 10:18 a.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess for a Closed
Meeting in the Council's Conference Room, Room 450, fourth floor, Noel C. Taylor
Municipal Building; and thereafter reconvened at 2:00 p.m., in the Council
Chamber.
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ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
OCTOBER 5, 2020
2:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
215 CHURCH AVENUE, S. W.
AGENDA
The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in
which to live, learn, work, play and prosper
A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular
beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge
1. Call to Order - -Roll Call. Mayor Lea arrived late.
The Invocation was delivered by Vice -Mayor Joseph L. Cobb.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was
led by Council Member William D. Bestpitch.
Welcome. Vice -Mayor Cobb.
The City Clerk announced the City Council Vacancy Candidates
selected to be interviewed at 3:00 p.m.:
Dr. John Randolph Clements
Elizabeth Doughty
Alvin L. Nash
Luke W. Priddy
Vivian Sanchez -Jones
The Vice -Mayor announced that a public hearing would be held at
7:00 p.m., to hear the views of citizens with regard to the candidates to be
interviewed for the City Council Vacancy.
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NOTICE:
This afternoon's Council meeting will be televised live and replayed on RVTV
Channel 3 on Thursday, October 8 at 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, October 10 at
4:00 p.m.; and video streamed through Facebook Live at
facebook.com /RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning
for the hearing impaired.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The Council of the City of Roanoke is seeking applications for the following
current vacancies and /or upcoming expirations of terms of office:
Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals — one vacancy (Builder)
City of Roanoke Finance Board — one vacancy
Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board - seven vacancies
Human Services Advisory Board — one vacancy
Mill Mountain Advisory Board — two vacancies
Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates — two vacancies
Towing Advisory Board - one vacancy
Youth Services Citizen Board - two vacancies (Student)
Access the City's homepage to complete an online application for the
abovementioned vacancies.
The Council is accepting nominations for the 2020 Citizen of the Year.
Forms are available online at www. roanokeva.gov /citizenoftheyear, and in
the City Clerk's Office. Deadline for receipt of nominations is Friday,
October 9, 2020.
2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
A proclamation declaring October 2020 as Arts and Humanities Month.
Douglas Jackson, Arts and Culture Coordinator, celebrated Arts and
Humanities Month by showing a video on art activities in the Roanoke
Valley; followed by Vice -Mayor Cobb presenting a ceremonial copy of the
proclamation declaring October 2020 as Arts and Humanities Month.
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3. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS:
City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. If deemed
appropriate, matters will be referred to the City Manager for response,
recommendation or report to the Council.
Jennifer West Parker, 624 Amor Drive, Cocoa, Florida appeared before the
Council regarding her mother, June West who was murdered in Roanoke
40 years ago.
4. CONSENT AGENDA:
(APPROVED 5 -0)
All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the
Members of City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of the items. If discussion is desired, the item will be
removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately.
C -1 Minutes of the regular meetings of City Council held on Tuesday,
September 8, 2020, Monday, September 21, 2020; and special meetings of City
Council held on Friday, September 18, 2020.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Dispensed with the reading of the minutes
and approved as recorded.
C -2 A communication from the City Clerk advising of the vacancies on the
Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee, Roanoke Valley -
Alleghany Regional Commission, Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing
Authority, Virginia's First Regional Industrial Facility Authority and Virginia
Municipal League Economic Development Policy Committee, due to the
resignation of Council Member Djuna L. Osborne, effective September 16, 2020.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Received and filed.
C -3 A communication from the City Manager transmitting the FY2020 City
Manager Transfer Report for the fourth quarter ended June 30, 2020.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Received and filed.
C -4 Reports of qualification of the following individuals:
Timothy R. Spencer as City Attorney for the City of Roanoke for a
term of office commencing October 1, 2020 and ending
September 30, 2022;
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Shaleen Powell as a City representative of the Visit Virginia's Blue
Ridge, Board of Directors for a one -year term of office,
commencing July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021; and
Christopher Link as a member (Citizen At- Large) of the Building
and Fire Code Board of Appeals for a three -year term of office,
commencing July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2023.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Received and filed.
REGULAR AGENDA:
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS: NONE.
6. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: NONE.
7. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND COMMENTS OF THE
CITY MANAGER:
a. CITY MANAGER:
BRIEFINGS:
• Strategic Plan Update - 20 minutes
Received and filed.
At 2:52 p.m., Mayor Lea entered the meeting.
ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION:
1. Acceptance of the 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Grant to the Roanoke Police and Sheriff's Departments from the
United States Department of Justice.
Adopted Resolution No. 41889 - 100520 and Budget Ordinance
No. 41890-100520. (6 -0)
2. Acceptance of the State and Local Government Financial Wellness
Program Grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation to establish or
improve employee financial wellness programs.
Adopted Resolution No. 41891 - 100520 and Budget Ordinance
No. 41892-100520. (6 -0)
3. Appropriation of the FY 2020 — 2021 United Way funding for the
Bank On Roanoke Valley Program.
Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 41893 - 100520. (6 -0)
4. Repeal Budget Ordinance No. 41880 - 092120 in connection with an
Agreement with Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
for wayfinding signs.
Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 41894 - 100520. (6 -0)
COMMENTS OF THE CITY MANAGER.
The City Manager offered the following comments:
Dedication Ceremony for Historical Marker
Last week, the City dedicated an historic marker on Wells Avenue
recognizing the Hunton Life Saving and First Aid Crew – the first all -black
volunteer rescue squad in the United States.
This week we will be dedicating another historical marker, this time for the
Roanoke Life Saving and First Aid Crew:
• Tuesday, October 6, at 11:30 a.m.
• The event will be near the original location of the Crew, directly across
the street from 321 Luck Avenue, S. W. (in the grassy strip).
• Organized in May 1928 by Julian Stanley Wise, the Roanoke Life
Saving and First Aid Crew is recognized as the first independent, all -
volunteer rescue squad in the United States.
• The dedication will be led by former Mayor Nelson Harris, to celebrate
this group of people who provided vital services to our community.
National Night Out
Tuesday, October 6, is the date for this year's National Night Out, an
annual community - building campaign that promotes public safety and
neighborhood camaraderie. Roanoke will be participating in the
celebration along with other communities and neighborhoods across the
nation.
• Due to COVID -19, activities will be structured differently this year.
• Videos from first responders will be shared throughout the
day on the Office of Neighborhood Services Facebook page.
• Citizens are invited to "Pop In" at one of the neighborhood
locations from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and use their creative
talents to put positive messages to first responders on rocks,
and chalk messages to community helpers on walkways and
in parking lots at locations throughout the City.
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• Details on neighborhood locations and other information about this
event can be found on the Office of Neighborhood Services Facebook
page.
Roanoke Received HUD funds to Address Lead and Home Safety
Hazards
• Roanoke has been notified it will be awarded $3,718,733 in HUD
funding to protect children and families from lead -based paint and
home health hazards through the City's Lead Safe Roanoke Program.
• This funding is part of nearly $165 million awarded nationwide to 44
state and local government agencies in 23 states.
8. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: NONE.
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: NONE.
10. INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: NONE.
11. MOTIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
a. Inquiries and /or comments by the Vice -Mayor and Members of City
Council.
Council Member Price announced Points of Diversity will host a
ceremonial dedication of a commemorative tree planted in the
Gainsboro neighborhood as a symbol of healing from past racial
injustices and hope for the future of an anti - racist Roanoke City. The
event will be held outside of the Gainsboro Library on Monday,
October 12, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.
b. Vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council. NONE.
CERTIFICATION OF CLOSED MEETING. (6 -0)
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AT 3:00 P.M. THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS WERE INTERVIEWED TO FILL THE
UNEXPIRED TERM OF OFFICE OF DJUNA L. OSBORNE ENDING DECEMBER 31,
2022.
Dr. John Randolph Clements
Elizabeth Doughty
Alvin L. Nash
Luke W. Priddy
Vivian Sanchez -Jones
12. RECESSED - 5:10 P.M.
THE COUNCIL MEETING WAS DECLARED IN RECESS FOR A CLOSED MEETING;
AND THEREAFTER TO RECONVENE AT 7:00 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER,
ROOM 450, NOEL C. TAYLOR MUNICIPAL BUILDING.
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ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
OCTOBER 59 2020
7:00 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
215 CHURCH AVENUE, S. W.
AGENDA
Call to Order - -Roll Call. Mayor Lea was absent.
The Invocation was delivered by Vice -Mayor Joseph L. Cobb.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was
led by Council Member Patricia White -Boyd.
Welcome. Vice -Mayor Cobb.
CERTIFICATION OF CLOSED MEETING. (5 -0)
NOTICE:
Tonight's Council meeting will not be televised live; however it will be recorded
and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Friday, October 9 at 7:00 p.m., and
Sunday, October 11 at 4:00 p.m.; and video streamed through Facebook Live at
facebook.com /RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning
for the hearing impaired.
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A. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Receive views of citizens regarding the applicants interviewed, at
3:00 p.m., to fill the unexpired term of office of Djuna L. Osborne as a
Member of Roanoke City Council. The candidates for consideration
are Dr. John Randolph Clements, Elizabeth Doughty, Alvin L. Nash,
Luke W. Priddy and Vivian Sanchez - Jones.
Vice -Mayor Cobb acknowledged emails received in the City Clerk's
Office in support of applicants; advised that an additional public
hearing to hear the views of citizens would be held on Monday,
October 19, at 2:00 p.m.; and the successful candidate would be
appointed during the 7:00 p.m. meeting on Monday, October 19.
B. ADJOURNED - 8:20 P.M.
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SHERMAN P. LEA, SR.
Mayor
CITY OF ROANOKE
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
215 CHURCH AVENUE, S.W., SUITE 452
ROANOKE, VIRGINIA 2401 1 -1 594
TELEPHONE: (540) 853 -2444
FAX: (540) 853 -1145
EMAIL: MAYORaiROANOKEVA.GOV
October 5, 2020
The Honorable Vice -Mayor Joseph L. Cobb and Members
of the Roanoke City Council
Roanoke, Virginia
Dear Vice -Mayor Cobb and Members of Council:
This is to request a Closed Meeting to discuss the selection of candidates to be interviewed
for the interim City Council Member position, pursuant to Section 2.2- 3711(A)(1), Code of
Virginia (1950), as amended.
Sincerely,
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Sherman P. Lea, Sr.
Mayor
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September 21, 2020
Dear Community Members,
The City of Roanoke's Community Vision: Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community
in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. Our City is a vibrant urban center with strong
neighborhoods set among the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. One of my priorities as City
Manager is to help our older neighbors feel safe to remain in their homes and have the choice to age in
place. Our older neighbors are an asset to our community and make up a vital part of the fabric of our
neighborhoods.
In our Strategic and Comprehensive Plan and civic processes, we must include people of all ages and
abilities and ensure that we are meeting the needs of our most vulnerable city residents -young and old.
We need to continue to evaluate that the places where we live, work and play are accessible to all ages
and abilities. We need to ensure that everyone has the opportunities for necessary for optimal aging to
include social and civic engagement through our Community Engagement Office, access to health care
and Health Services through our Healthy Roanoke Valley Initiatives, financial counselors through our
Financial Empowerment Center and our myriad of services offered through our Pathways Hub offered by
United Way of the Roanoke Valley and other community partners.
The Age Friendly Roanoke Action Plan for 2021 -2023 will help us achieve that vision. It addresses each of
the domains of livability identified by the World Health Organization and adopted by the AARP Network
of Age - Friendly Communities, of which Roanoke is a member. The plan involves many improvements to
the way City government recognizes and meets the needs of older adults and individuals with different
abilities. There are opportunities for businesses, non - profits, civic and neighborhood organizations,
community groups, and individuals to get involved as well.
I hope you will have the opportunity to review the Executive Summary of the Age Friendly Roanoke Action
Plan and think about how you may be involved in making Roanoke, a seven time All American City, a great
place to not only to age in place but thrive in place.
Sincer
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Bob Co
City Manager
Acknowledgements
Led by the Local Office on Aging and the unwavering support of the Roanoke City Council and
the City Manager's Office, members of the Age - Friendly Roanoke leadership team developed
Action Plan 2021 -2023. Leadership team members represented the City of Roanoke, AARP
Virginia, Virginia Tech - Carilion School of Medicine, and the Center for Gerontology at Virginia
Tech. A special thanks to the Age - Friendly Roanoke stakeholders and regional partners for
supporting this time intensive endeavor. Without their contributions, none of this would have
been possible.
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Contents
Letterfrom City Manager .............................................................................................. ............................... 2
Acknowledgements........................................................................................................ ............................... 3
What is an Age - Friendly Community? ............................................................................ ..............................5
Whatis Age - Friendly Roanoke? ...................................................................................... ..............................6
Roanoke's Older Population .......................................................................................... ............................... 7
ActionPlan Development .............................................................................................. ............................... 9
AARP8 Domains of Livability ..................................................................................... .............................10
2019 Neighborhood Survey ....................................................................................... .............................11
CityPlan 2040 ............................................................................................................ .............................13
Age - Friendly Roanoke Action Plan 2021 -2023 .............................................................. .............................14
Goal 1: Expand Understanding and Raise Awareness of Need .................................. .............................15
Goal 2: Build Community Capacity to Respond ......................................................... .............................16
Goal 3: Build Sustainable Relationships and Interventions ....................................... .............................17
Appendix A: Age - Friendly Roanoke Partner Organizations ........................................... .............................20
Appendix B: 2019 Neighborhood Survey Executive Summary ...................................... .............................22
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What is an Age - Friendly Community?
An age - friendly community is a livable community with
• Policies, services, and public infrastructure that promote the health, well- being, and
quality of life of older residents
• Respect for the needs, opinions, and perspectives of older residents regardless of age,
race, income, or health needs.
• Safe, affordable, and accessible access to housing, transportation, and public spaces
• Opportunities to build social relationships, volunteer, and engage in civic activities.
An age friendly community is a good place
to live and grow old!
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What is Age - Friendly Roanoke?
In December 2017, the City of Roanoke (City) became the fifth city in Virginia and the 202nd city
in the nation to receive AARP's designation as an Age - Friendly Community. The city earned the
recognition due to its ongoing support of local agencies and organizations that work hard to
make Roanoke age - friendly. The award is especially meaningful because it represents the city's
commitment to the future health of the city and a quality of life for residents across the
lifespan.
The AARP's Age - Friendly Community designation was sought through the Age - Friendly Roanoke
initiative, which was formed out of increased regional interest in helping residents "age in
place "; that is, remain in their homes and communities for as long as possible while receiving
needed supports and services.
To date, more than 25 partner agencies and organizations have donated time, resources, and
expertise in launching Age - Friendly Roanoke. Members' shared interests in making Roanoke a
good place to live and grow old has made the initiative's work possible. A list of Age - Friendly
Roanoke partners is provided in Appendix A.
The Local Office on Aging leads the Age - Friendly Roanoke mission with the encouragement of
Roanoke's Mayor, City Council, and City Manager and support from AARP Livable Communities
program.
Mission Statement: The mission of Age - Friendly Roanoke is to facilitate
collaborations between residents, organizations, and government agencies that result in
the promotion of health, well- being, opportunity, and quality of life for older residents.
Vision Statement: Build a community that is a great place to live and grow old
regardless of age, race, income, or health needs.
For more information about age - friendly communities visit the
World Health Organization website https: / /www.who.int /ageing or
AARP Livable Communities website https: / /www.aarp.org /livable- communities
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Roanoke's Older Population
The City of Roanoke is home to 29.7% of the Roanoke Valley's population yet occupies less than
2% of the land in the region. The city is an economic and educational hub in Virginia and serves
as the gateway city into rural southwest Virginia.
Nearly 15% of Roanoke's population of 99,348 residents are age 65 and older, which is similar
to the demographics of the US population and slightly higher than Virginia's general population.
In the past 50 years, Roanoke's population has become more diverse in race and culture. In
1970, the population was slightly less (92,115) and predominately White (80.7 %). Today, more
than 55 unique languages are spoken in Roanoke. Despite the racial shift as shown below in
today's estimates, older residents still tend to be less diverse in terms of race and ethnicity.
Age White Black Asian Hispanic
(any race)
All ages 60.1% 28.3% 2.7% 5.8%
65+ 76.4% 30.8% 1.7% 1.1%
85+ 82.8% 15.5% 1.0% 0.5%
Roanoke residents typically do not migrate to other areas of the state or country as they age.
Yet, in the surrounding counties the in- migration of seniors is booming. Increasing numbers of
retirees are moving into the region to take advantage of the low cost of living as well as the
goods, services, and opportunities available in nearby Roanoke.
The City of Roanoke is divided into 49 neighborhoods and older residents can be found living in
each one. The neighborhoods with the largest percentage of residents age 65+ include Greater
Deyerle (38 %), Southern Hills/ South Roanoke (25 %) and Franklin - Colonial (24 %). The
neighborhoods with the fewest older residents are Hurt Park/ Mountain View /West End (5 %)
and Downtown (3 %).
Regardless of where older residents live or for how long, they face many of the same issues
faced by yourger residents:
• Poverty
• Affordable housing
• Access to public transportation
• Having their voices heard
Poverty frequently accompanies old age. Approximately 22% of Roanoke's population age 60+
live in poverty. Among non -White residents of the same age, 20% live in poverty. That
information suggests that in late life, poverty is not necessarily a product of race. Even though
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people may live longer and healthier lives, their retirement income may not always keep pace
with inflation. As a result, household funds become scarce and residents slowly and steadily
sink into poverty despite previously having led financially successful lives.
As a result of being financally strapped due to inflation or rising healthcare costs, older
homeowners can find themselves in a bind with not being able to maintain ther homes but not
being able to move to a more affordable place either. Roanoke city planners have recognized
the problem and the need for increased affordabe and transitional housing for older residents
and are incorporating it into their next 20 year plan.
Similarly, access to public transportation throughout the City and the region has been the focus
of many discussions at the city and regional level. For older residents who no longer drive and
live on a tight budget, public transportation is essential, yet frequently unavailable due to lack
of or non - connecting transit routes.
Another concern of many older residents is that they have no voice in decisions made for them or
about them. Older adults come from diverse backgrounds and hold a range of beliefs, values, and
opinions about the city and the neighborhoods in which they live. Their age should never be used
as a tool to prevent them from speaking up on issues that matter to them.
To address these and other issues related to poverty, health, and quality of life, several
Roanoke area agencies have started to think and talk about livable communities for all ages -
not just for youth. Organizations currently taking a lifespan approach in their work include
• United Way of the Roanoke Valley's Healthy Roanoke Valley Plan
• Roanoke Valley - Alleghany Regional Commission Livable Community Plan
• City of Roanoke City Plan 2040
• City of Roanoke Senior Quality of Life Initiative
• Local Office on Aging Strategic Plan
Age - Friendly Roanoke includes stakeholders representing each of the above initiatives and
looks forward to developing strong partnerships with them either individually or under the
umbrella of a regional commission on aging. Either way, the community is poised to address the
needs of older Roanokers!
For more information about Roanoke's population demographics. Visit the following websites:
https:// www .roanokeva.gov /DocumentCenter/ View / 13237 /Data- Data - Data - -- How-Roanoke-Stacks-Up-
2019
https: / /demographics.coopercenter.org
https: / /www. census. gov/ quickfacts /roanokecityvirginiacounty
Action Plan Development
The Age - Friendly Roanoke's Action Plan 2021 -2023 was developed using four key resources:
• AARP 8 Domains of Livability
• Age - Friendly Roanoke 2019 Neighborhood Survey findings
• City of Roanoke City Plan 2040
• The expertise and experiences of Age - Friendly Roanoke stakeholder and partner organizations
By pulling in multiple resources with different but convergent perspectives on what age - friendly and
livable community means in Roanoke, a more robust and targeted plan could be developed to help the
city remain age - friendly.
A summary overview of the first three resources follows.
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AARP 8 Domains of Livability
AARP's Livable Communities framework recognizes eight linked aspects of
community life that frequently need to be addressed together. Age - friendly
communities are encouraged to conduct assessments on whether a domain
feature exists and if it is available, accessible, and affordable to everyone. Findings can then
help communities identify and prioritize their efforts to become more age - friendly. The eight
interconnected domains of livability informing the work of Age - Friendly Roanoke are
represented in this graphic.
COMMUNITIES
Graphic https: / /nationalseniorsstrategy ca/
For more information about AARP's Livable Community initiative, visit httPs://www.aarp.org/livable-
communities
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Age - Friendly Roanoke
2019 Neighborhood Survey
I LOCAL OFFICEONLaj In the winter of 2018 -2019, Age - Friendly Roanoke conducted a citywide survey
of residents age 45+ to assess if the city was a good place to live and grow old and to identify
specific issues the city and local organizations needed to work on to ensure Roanoke remained
age - friendly. Survey questions addressed the availability, accessibility, and affordability of
features within the 8 domains associated with livable communities. More information about
the survey and its results can be found in Appendix B.
Key Survey Findings
Roanoke is a good place to live and grow old.
• 83.3% rated the City as an excellent, very good, or good place to live and grow old.
• 81.5% also rated their neighborhood was a good place to live and grow old.
Household income predicted responses rather than age, race, or neighborhood.
• Residents with low incomes responded less favorably towards the City and neighborhood
than residents with high incomes, regardless of age, race, or neighborhood.
• Even though the greatest number of low- income residents lived in the northwest section
of Roanoke, their responses were similar to the responses of low- income residents from
other areas of the City.
Participant comments about the condition of the city are similar to the survey findings. As
shown in the word cloud below, concerns over the condition and quality of sidewalks and the
accessibility and affordability of housing and public transportation were raised the most.
center
walking housing
r places stores
spaces activities routes
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Survey Recommendations for
Moving the Age - Friendly Roanoke Initiative Forward
Expand Understanding and Raise Awareness of Need
Older adults are a diverse population with a wide range of ideas, needs, wants, and
expectations. It is not enough to listen to a handful of older residents and infer that they
speak for all older residents. Therefore, it is essential to regularly invite and involve
older residents when discussing issues that could potentially affect them.
Build Community Capacity to Respond
To effectively initiate change and sustain those changes, the right people representing
the right organizations and government agencies need to be present. The development
of roles for community partners that align with their own missions and initiatives is
essential to ensure overarching Age - Friendly Roanoke success. Joining forces with other
aging- focused groups can enhance access to resources and identify persons with needed
expertise. At the helm, should be a designated person with strong working relationships
with the city government to facilitate conversation, planning, and implementation of
Age - Friendly Roanoke activities. As each Age - Friendly Roanoke initiative is identified or
launched, the configuration of workgroups may shift to accommodate the focus of
work. Still, a strong leadership team that works well with the city needs to remain in
place.
Initiate Sustainable Interventions
Developing brand new programs or initiatives can be time - consuming and expensive. A
first step towards affecting change could begin by building on current activities and
programs already existing within neighborhoods and the city. Such initiatives may not
currently have an aging component, but may be well- suited to reach older residents. For
example, efforts to increase physical activity outdoors typically focus on children, young
adults, and families, but can be "re- tooled" to include older adults. Working with
current initiatives is also a good way to build partnerships that would otherwise be
unknown.
Measure Outcomes
Measuring whether or not the city is becoming more age - friendly is essential but will be
a challenge as no set standards for measures exist. Performance indicators do not have
to include multi -level measures or percentages of use. Indicators can measure whether
or not a product or service exists (e.g., a resource guide is published). The goal is to
select indicators that are meaningful and can demonstrate that efforts are indeed
moving the needle forward.
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City Plan 2040
In developing Roanoke's next 20 -year plan, City Plan 2040, city
planners utilized six themes from the American Planning Association's
Best Practices for Comprehensive Plans. The themes help guide the
creation of a sustainable environmental, social, and economic future that support a quality of
life for residents of all ages. The six themes and the objectives associated with each theme align
with AARP 8 Domains of Livability and the mission of Age - Friendly Roanoke.
Livable Built Environment: "Ensure that all elements of the built
environment, including land use, transportation, housing, energy, and
infrastructure, work together to provide sustainable, green places for
living, working, and recreation, with a high quality of life."
Harmony with Nature: Ensure that the contributions of natural
resources to human well -being are explicitly recognized and valued and
that maintaining their health is a primary objective."
Resilient Economy: "Ensure that the community is prepared to deal
with both positive and negative changes in its economic health and to
initiate sustainable urban development and redevelopment strategies
that foster green business growth and build reliance on local assets."
Interwoven Equity: "Ensure fairness and equity in providing for the
housing, services, health, safety, and livelihood needs of all citizens and
groups."
Healthy Community: "Ensure that public health needs are recognized
and addressed through provisions for healthy foods, physical activity,
access to recreation, health care, environmental justice, and safe
neighborhoods."
Responsible Regionalism: Ensure that all local proposals account
for, connect with, and support the plans of adjacent jurisdictions and the
surrounding region."
To review City Plan 2040 in more detail, visit www.planroanoke.org
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Age - Friendly Roanoke Action Plan 2021 -2023
The goals and activities chosen for 2021 -2023 are essential steps towards building and
strengthening collaborative and cooperative relationships between the City of Roanoke and
Age - Friendly Roanoke partner organizations, and giving voice to Roanoke's diverse older
population.
The Age - Friendly Roanoke leadership team worked hard to create a plan that was not only
mindful of the missions and goals of partner organizations, but also aligned with the strategic
plans of the City of Roanoke so not to duplicate efforts. As a result, through the work of Action
Plan 2021 -2023, the Age - Friendly Roanoke initiative is in a better position to become
sustainable in supporting age - friendly activities and to help partner organizations keep Roanoke
a good place to live and grow old.
The three goals mirror three recommendations from the 2019 Neighborhood Survey report:
Goal 1: Expand Understanding and Raise Awareness of Need
Goal 2: Build Community Capacity to Respond
Goal 3: Build Sustainable Relationships and Interventions
The fourth survey recommendation," Measure Outcomes ", is embedded in each of the
activities listed under each goal.
Information about the livability domains addressed under each goal, the key partners leading
activities, and a timeframe for engaging in activities (i.e., year 1, year 2, year 3) is provided
under each goal.
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Key Partners: Local AARP Chapter (lead) and Local Office on Aging
Objective: Assemble and disseminate resources to advocate for the needs of future and
current older residents at the local and state levels of government, industry, education, and
healthcare.
Activity Year 1: Identify existing local and regional reports and strategic plans and
compile relevant information to support an age - friendly Roanoke.
Outcome Measure: Track the name and number of resources collected
and create a method for receiving updates.
Activity Years 1 -2: Develop a multimedia resource packet using information
collected for AFC stakeholders to use in their own advocacy efforts to educate
the community about the needs and wants of older residents and to help keep
those same issues in the forefront when decisions are being made.
Outcome Measure: Conduct a brief content evaluation of the resource
packet with AFC stakeholders and adjust the packet as needed before
distribution.
Activity Years 2 -3: Host a stakeholder information workshop to review the
information packet and how materials can be used.
Outcome Measure: Track the number of times AFC stakeholders utilize
the packet of information created in Activity 1.2. with the dates and types
of groups engaged in the presentation.
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Key Partner: Local Office on Aging (lead)
Objective 1: Support the Local Office on Aging in creating a regional commission on aging.
Activity Years 1 -3: Recruit members to represent the AFC on the commission
planning team.
Outcome Measure: Track the number of hours and type of work members
contributed.
Outcome Measure: Provide a quarterly status update on progress to the AFC
leadership team
Objective 2: Support the needs of typically overlooked older adults (e.g., LGBTQ, persons of
color, immigrants, and grandparents raising grandchildren) across all domains of
an age - friendly community.
Activity Years 1 -3: Meet with local agencies /organizations/ providers to identify the
needs of typically overlooked older adults.
Outcome Measure: Track the name and number of agencies and
individuals contacted and record needs.
Activity Year 3: Generate and distribute a report based on information collected to
help members of the regional commission on aging and AFC stakeholders keep
identified concerns in the forefront when decisions are being made.
Outcome Measure: Track the number of reports distributed and the
number of times referenced in public documents.
Livability Domains Addressed
AARP 8 Domains of Livability City Plan 2040
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Key Partners: Neighborhood Services (lead Obi. 1), Local Office on Aging (lead Obi. 2), Regional
Commission (lead Obj, 3), and Roanoke Financial Fn-lpowerment Center (lead Obj, 4).
Objective 1: Partner with Roanoke Neighborhood Services to identify resident needs and
facilitate change by connecting stakeholder resources and people at the
neighborhood level.
Activity Years 1 -3: Recruit AFC stakeholders to work specifically with Neighborhood
Services to identify needs at the neighborhood level.
Outcome Measure: Provide a monthly update on unmet needs to the
AFC leadership team for potential future AFC activities.
Objective 2: Work with Planning and Building Development to identify resident needs and
facilitate change through intervention plans and strategies of regional
organizations.
Activity Years 1 -2: Create a stakeholder workgroup to work specifically on improving
accessibility of accessory dwelling units within the City.
Outcome Measure: Provide a quarterly status update on progress to the
AFC leadership team.
Objective 3: Work with the Regional Commission to identify older resident transportation
needs and facilitate change through intervention plans and strategies of
transportation services.
Activity Years 1 -3: Create a stakeholder workgroup to work specifically on improving
accessibility to public transportation.
Outcome Measure: Provide a quarterly status update on progress to the
AFC leadership team.
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Objective 4: Work with Roanoke Financial Empowerment Center to identify low- income
residents age 50+ seeking free financial counseling.
Activity Years 1 -3: Create a stakeholder workgroup to work specifically on identifying
resources to support counseling efforts.
Outcome Measure: Provide a quarterly status update on progress to the
AFC leadership team.
Livability Domains Addressed
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If you or your organization is interested in becoming part of the Age - Friendly Roanoke initiative,
please contact
Ron D. Boyd
President & CEO
Local Office on Aging, Inc.
4932 Frontage Road NW
P O Box 14205
Roanoke, VA 24038 -4205
540 - 345 -0451
"Celebrating 47 years of helping older persons remain independent for as long as possible."
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Appendix A: Age - Friendly Roanoke Partner Organizations
Action Plan Lead Partners
local Office on Aging
The Local Office on Aging (LOA) is a non - profit, 501(c)3 organization "dedicated to helping older
persons remain independent for as long as possible." The LOA strives to enhance the quality of
life in the home, help individuals stay in their homes and avoid early institutionalization,
provide support to caregivers of the elderly, and advocate for quality services, medical care,
and housing for the elderly. To effectively carry out its mission, the LOA administers over 25
community services that provide nutrition, education, advocacy and socialization. It is funded
by federal, state, and local governments, corporate and private foundations, United Way,
Foundation for Roanoke Valley, donations and fund raising. The LOA serves the Fifth Planning
District in the Commonwealth of Virginia, including Alleghany, Botetourt, Craig and Roanoke
Counties and the cities of Covington, Roanoke and Salem.
Roanoke Office of Neighborhood Services
The Office of Neighborhood Services helps foster a sense of community by partnering with
citizens to ensure high - quality services are provided, neighborhood groups are supported, and
neighborhood issues are addressed and responded to in a timely manner. Neighborhood
Services also serves as a liaison for connecting citizens to the information they need for
improving their neighborhood and quality of life, and uses feedback received to keep city staff
informed of their needs and those of their neighborhood. Building community begins at the
neighborhood level for when residents get to know their neighbors, they become more
informed, involved, and committed to their neighborhood and ultimately their city. By
participating in Roanoke's neighborhood life and becoming actively engaged with your
neighbors, you will also become an active partner with the City of Roanoke in the decisions
being made about your neighborhood that ultimately may affect your quality of life and
character of our community.
Roanoke Financial Empowerment Center
The Roanoke Financial Empowerment Center (FEC), offers professionally trained FEC counselors
at no cost to help individuals and families manage their finances, pay down debt, increase
savings, establish and build credit, and access safe and affordable mainstream banking
products. At the core of the FEC model is the integration of counseling into other social
services, such as housing and foreclosure prevention, workforce development, prisoner reentry,
benefits access, domestic violence services, and more. Launched in July 2020, it will continue to
expand its capacity to reach the low- income 50+ (L150 +) community by adding an Age - Friendly
Financial Services Outreach Coordinator who will act as the entry point for seniors to the FEC.
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Roanoke Valley - Alleghany Regional Commission - Transportation
The Roanoke Valley- Alleghany Regional Commission (RVARC) is involved in a number of
transportation related planning programs. The RVARC provides staffing for the Roanoke Valley
Transportation Planning Organziation, which develops four key documents that are the
backbone of transportation planning and programming in the region — the Long- Range
Transportation Plan, the Transportation Improvement Program, the Congestion Management
Plan, and the Unified Planning Work Program. RVARC also manages Rural
Transportation planning services for the region. While addressing issues associated with transit,
pedestrian, bicycle, freight, rail, air and truck transportation, staff are tasked with providing
planning services that also consider human, environmental, fiscal, and economic impacts in an
equitable manner.
AARP Local Chapters
Roanoke features two independent AARP Service Chapters, which meet on a monthly basis
promoting the ideals of the organization "to serve and not be served ". Membership is open to
all AARP cardholders and both chapters feature educational programs, ongoing community
engagement opportunities, and social fellowship throughout the course of the
year. Advocating for persons age 50+ in the community is another key goal shared by those
involved. AARP Eureka Chapter #514 holds mid -day meetings at the Eureka Library while AARP
Southwest Roanoke Valley #4652 gathers for breakfast meetings at the Roanoker restaurant.
For additional information visit httDs://www.aarp.org/giving-back/aarp-chapter-locator/
Partner Organizations
AARP Virginia
Alzheimer's Association
Blue Ridge Independent Living Center
Carilion Clinic
City of Roanoke Neighborhood Services
City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation
City of Roanoke Police Department
City of Roanoke City Manager's Office
Commonwealth Council on Aging
Congressman Goodlatte's Office
Council of Community Services
County of Botetourt, VA
Family Service of Roanoke Valley
Habitat for Humanity - Roanoke Valley
Home Instead Senior Care
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InnovAge Virginia PACE - Roanoke Valley
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Local Office on Aging
RADAR
Roanoke Public Libraries
Roanoke Valley Allegheny Regional Commission
Roanoke Valley Southern Christian Leadership
Conference
The Lifelong Learning Center
United Way Roanoke Valley
Valley Metro
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
Roanoke City Council
Virginia Tech Center for Gerontology
Appendix B: 2019 Neighborhood Survey Executive Summary
Executive Summary
In December 2017, the City of Roanoke (City) earned AARP's designation as an Age - Friendly City (AFC),
joining over 200 other communities nationwide achieving that honor. The 3 -year designation was
awarded due to the City's ongoing support of and partnership with local organizations working to improve
life for older residents. With the support of City Council, the Local Office on Aging (LOA) leads the local
AFC leadership team, which includes representation from the City, Roanoke Valley - Alleghany Regional
Commission, Blue Ridge Independent Living, AARP Virginia, Virginia Tech - Carilion School of Medicine, and
the Center for Gerontology at Virginia Tech.
Survey Design
In the winter of 2018 -2019, the AFC team conducted a City -wide survey of residents age 45+ to better
understand how they perceived the City of Roanoke as a good place to live and grow old. AFC team
members designed the survey to help identify specific issues that the City and AFC member organizations
could work on to ensure Roanoke remains age - friendly. The effort coincided with the City's interest in
boosting its ratings on the Milken Institute's Best Cities for Successful Aging List and AARP's Livability
Index.
Development of the survey was guided by a conceptual model (see Figure A) that includes factors that are
known to influence how residents perceive the City and their neighborhoods as good places to live. AARP
funded the survey and 53 survey questions on
the physical environment (originating from the
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Figure A. Survey conceptual model
Recruitment
Participants were recruited using multiple convenience sampling strategies (e.g., neighborhood activities,
church gatherings, Next Door app users) to gain a representative sample of City residents by age, race,
and household income. Participants were offered a $5 Wal -Mart gift card as an incentive to complete the
lengthy survey and participants' names were entered into two cash prize drawings of $250 each if they
desired to be included. Using those strategies, 376 surveys were collected online, and 247 surveys were
collected during 12 planned site visits and personal outreach efforts by AFC team members.
Participants
The 623 participants were statistically representative of City residents and represented diversity in the
City by age (age 45 -96; average 64.1 years), race (72% White, 24% Black), and household income (58%
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reported household incomes over $30,000). More than half (63.7 %) of participants have called Roanoke
home for more than 5 years and among them more than half (61 %) have lived in the City for over 15 years.
Most participants (56.3 %) owned their own homes and 73.5% drove their own car as their primary means
of transportation. Only 27.9% had rode public transit in the last year. Most participants reported being in
good health (84.6 %) and rated the quality of their life as excellent, very good, or good (87.8 %).
Survey Findings
Roanoke is home and a good place to live and grow old. Given their long -term residency, it is not
surprising that 83.3% of participants rated the City as an excellent, very good, or good place to live as
they grow old. Similarly, 81.5% felt as strong about their own neighborhoods.
Income. Household income was the consistent predictor of responses rather than age, race, or
neighborhood. Specifically, participants with low incomes tended to respond less favorably towards the
City and neighborhood than participants with high incomes, regardless of age, race, neighborhood, or
quadrant. Even though the greatest number of participants with low incomes lived in the northwest
quadrant of Roanoke, their responses aligned with the responses of low- income residents in other areas
of the City.
Predictive Models. The survey model was used as a guide to conduct multi -level statistical analysis to
predict which survey items significantly explained what makes the City a good place to live and grow old.
Nine items (listed below) were identified and fall under the focus areas of Outdoor Features, Housing, and
Neighbor Relationships. The items included
Outdoor Features
• Well- maintained and safe parks
• Public spaces with enough benches
• Sidewalks that are in good condition, free from obstruction and are safe for pedestrian
use and accessible for wheelchairs or assistive mobility devices
Housing
• Affordable housing options for adults of varying income levels such as older adult
communities with shared facilities and outdoor space
• Homes that are equipped with features such as a no -step entry, wider doorways, first
floor bedroom and bath, grab bars in the bathroom
• Well- maintained and safe low- income housing
Neighbor Relationships
• 1 feel respected by my neighbors.
• If my neighbors knew I needed help, they would be willing to help me.
• My neighbors know I am available to help them, if I know they need help.
Participants' positive perceptions of City features and their interactions with their
neighbors were directly related to their positive perception that the City is a good place
to live and grow old.
Also included in the resulting predictive model (see Figure B) is the notion that the neighborhood is a
good place to live and grow old. Analysis revealed a strong positive connection between participants'
beliefs that if their neighborhoods were good places to live and grow old, then the City was also a good
place to live and grow old. Working with this underlying relationship is essential to affecting change as
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neighborhoods play a significant role in promoting health, well- being, and quality of life across the lifespan
and as such, are cornerstones for change within the larger City.
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Because the neighborhood /City connection was so strong, we also analyzed the survey data to predict
which survey items predicted factors that made the neighborhood a good place to live and grow old. As
might be expected, the results were astonishingly similar with one important distinction; transportation
features replaced housing features. Transportation is likely more significant at the neighborhood level
because people need access to the City from their homes.
Neighborhood. Despite the significant role and importance of neighborhood across the findings, many
participants struggled to identify their neighborhood from a list of 49 City- designated neighborhoods.
Frequently, they only referenced a City quadrant such as southeast. The shift in perception of
neighborhood from a defined local area to a region is assumed to be related to their heavy reliance on
automobiles to access employment, stores, services, and opportunities.
Quality of Life. Just like the neighborhood plays a significant role in predicting if Roanoke is a good place
to live and grow old, personal health has a strong relationship with perceptions of quality of life and
cannot be ignored. In controlling for health, we found that City features, neighborhoods, and neighbor
relationships were significant in predicting a good quality of life.
Features
• Audio /visual pedestrian crossings
• Public spaces with enough benches
Neighborhood and Neighbor Relationships
The City of Roanoke is a place for people to live as they grow old.
I feel respected by my neighbors.
I feel safe living in my neighborhood.
Issues of safety, accessibility, and social connectedness are important to maintaining a
quality of life, just as they are important to making the City of Roanoke a good place to
live as one grows old.
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Summary of Findings
Participants reported being quite positive about Roanoke as a good place to live and grow old and the
neighborhood played a strong supportive role in their perception of the City.
Efforts to enhance the City (and neighborhoods) as a good place to live for older residents should target
the specific City features and neighbor relationships identified by the predictive models.
The findings also suggest that the biggest difference between participant responses was income and not
age, race, or neighborhood. Participants with low incomes were significantly more likely to rate the City
lower as a good place to live and grow old than participants with high incomes. Most older adults who are
no longer working live on fixed incomes, which tend to be modest. The participants in this survey included
many retirees and persons living on low- incomes representing neighborhoods throughout the City and in
all City quadrants.
Efforts to support an age - friendly City need to be mindful that low- income residents live
in every neighborhood, even though they may be concentrated in some areas of the City.
Lastly, the predictive findings align well with participant comments, which revealed concerns over the
condition and quality of sidewalks and the accessibility and affordability of housing and public
transportation. Thus, survey findings confirm what many residents already perceive to be the City's
biggest challenges to remaining an age - friendly community.
Areas of Focus for the City to Consider
The following recommended actions steps are for the City to consider in maintaining Roanoke as an age -
friendly city. Each activity is a direct response to the items identified in the predictive models:
• Enhance current efforts to upgrade or install sidewalks and curbs that are lifespan friendly and
can accommodate strollers, wheelchairs, and other assistive devices.
• Install public benches throughout neighborhoods and parks.
• Identify strategies (e.g., financial incentives, or need based programs) for retrofitting current
housing stock to make homes more accessible and amenable for aging in place.
• Revisit zoning regulations to ensure opportunities for integration of alternative living
arrangements in a neighborhood.
• Implement projects identified in the Transit Development Plan.
• Include older public transportation users in the Public Transportation Advisory Committee and
other public engagement opportunities.
• Re- examine neighborhood boundaries and how City neighborhoods are defined. If the focus of
age - friendly communities is to be at the neighborhood level, then a better grasp on where
neighborhood boundaries lie is imperative before any interventions are planned.
• Partner with naturally- occurring neighborhood groups or gatherings to build neighbor
connections (e.g., resident councils, breakfast at Hardees group). Residents who attend clubs
tend to be socially connected and active. Use them to connect neighbors (including more
socially isolated residents) to neighborhood events.
• Initiate neighborhood service activities. The activity can be purposeful such as litter clean -up or
a simple meet and greet. Some neighborhood organizations already hold block parties, which
are reportedly helpful in connecting neighbors.
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Moving the Age - Friendly Roanoke Initiative Forward
Affecting change to ensure that the City remains a lifespan- friendly or age - friendly city requires a
collaborative community effort that includes organizing the narrative about age - friendly communities,
the resources to support an age - friendly environment, and the people (i.e., residents, service agencies,
organizations, and government leaders) to affect change at every stage. The message of what it means to
be an age - friendly city needs to be articulated and included in every discussion about City and
neighborhood planning. To ensure that the message remains vibrant, the following steps should be
considered.
Step 1: Expand Understanding and Raise Awareness of Need
Older adults are a diverse population with a wide range of ideas, needs, wants, and expectations.
It is not enough to listen to a handful of older residents and infer that they speak for all older
residents. Therefore, it is essential to regularly invite and involve older residents when discussing
issues that could potentially affect them.
Step 2: Build Community Capacity to Respond
To effectively initiate change and sustain those changes, the right people representing the right
organizations and government agencies need to be present. The development of roles for
community partners that align with their own missions and initiatives is essential to ensure
overarching AFC success. Joining forces with other aging- focused groups, such as the Western and
Central Virginia Chapter of the National Aging in Place Council, can enhance access to resources
and identify persons with needed expertise. At the helm, should be a designated person with
strong working relationships with the City government to facilitate conversation, planning, and
implementation of AFC activities. As each AFC initiative is identified or launched, the configuration
of workgroups may shift to accommodate the focus of work. Still, a strong leadership team that
works well with the City needs to remain in place.
Step 3: Initiate Sustainable Interventions
Developing brand new programs or initiatives can be time - consuming and expensive. A first step
towards affecting change could begin by building on current activities and programs already
existing within neighborhoods and the City. Such initiatives may not currently have an aging
component, but may be well- suited to reach older residents. For example, efforts to increase
physical activity outdoors typically focus on children, young adults, and families, but can be "re-
tooled" to include older adults. Working with current initiatives is also a good way to build
partnerships that would otherwise be unknown.
Step 4: Measure Outcomes
Measuring whether or not the City is becoming more age - friendly is essential but will be a
challenge as no set standards for measures exist. Performance indicators do not have to include
multi -level measures or percentages of use. Indicators can measure whether or not a product or
service exists (e.g., a resource guide is published). The goal is to select indicators that are
meaningful and can demonstrate that efforts are indeed moving the needle forward.
Summary
Ultimately, developing a City -wide strategy to help Roanoke maintain its status as an age - friendly
community will require ongoing examination of City policies, systems, and environment to ensure an
equitable living experience for older residents. The recommendations provided in this report are offered
to the City and the AFC leadership team to help them maintain Roanoke's age - friendly status.
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Real Possibilities
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE
City of Roanoke, Virginia
has created an action plan for becoming more age - friendly under the
criteria established by AARP and has been renewed as a member of
The Network of Age- Friendly
States and Communities
THIS CERTIFICATION IS VALID UNTIL
October 7, 2023
Nancy A. LeaMond, Chie Advocacy and Engagement Officer
COMMUNITY, STATE AND NATIONAL AFFAIRS
AARP I WASHINGTON, D.C.
The AARP Network of Age- Friendly States and Communities is a program of the
AARP Livable Communities initiative and an independent affiliate of the
World Health Organization Global Network for Age - Friendly Cities and Communities.``"
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CECELIA F. MCCOY, CMC
City Clerk
CITY OF ROANOKE
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
215 Church Avenue, S. W., Suite 456
Roanoke, Virginia 24011 -1536
Telephone: (540) 853 -2541
Fax: (540) 853 -1145
E -mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov
October 5, 2020
The Honorable Mayor and Members
of the Roanoke City Council
Roanoke, Virginia
Dear Mayor Lea and Members of Council:
CECELIA T. WEBB, CMC
Deputy City Clerk
This is to advise that Djuna L. Osborne has tendered her resignation as an Elected
Official representative of the Regional Cable Television Committee, Roanoke
Valley - Alleghany Regional Commission, Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing
Authority, Virginia's First Regional Industrial Facility Authority and Virginia Municipal
League Economic Development Policy Committee, effective, September 16, 2020.
Sincerely,
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Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC Q
City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council
Meeting: October 5, 2020
Subject: FY2020 City Manager Transfer Report
Background:
Under City Code Section 2 -121, the Director of Finance shall report quarterly to
City Council any City Manager Transfers in excess of one hundred thousand
dollars ($100,000) between funds, as well as between project and program
accounts in the capital project fund and grant fund.
Recommended Action:
Receive and file the attached City Manager Transfer report for the 4th quarter
ended dune 30, 2020.
Robert Cowell
City Manager
Distribution: Sherman M. Stovall, Deputy City Manager
W. Brent Robertson, Asst. City Manager for Community Development
Transfer
Number
CMT20 -00045
Date
4/11/2020
CMT20 -00055 4/20/2020
CMT20 -00059 4/20/2020
CMT20 -00065 4/21/2020
CMT20 -00069 4/21/2020
CMT20 -00070 4/21/2020
CMT20 -00074 4/23/2020
CMT20 -00075 4/23/2020
City of Roanoke, Virginia
Report of City Manager Transfers
Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
(Unaudited)
Explanation
Move funding from Capital
Project Contingency and Court
Conversion Project Acct for 4
projects originally slated for FY19
yr end funding back to Transfer to
Capital Projects Fund
FY20 COVID -29 Expenditure
Reduction (Electoral Board)
FY20 COVID -19 EXPENDITURE
REDUCTIONS (ECO DEVELOP)
Mid -year expenditure reductions
for Parks and Recreation due to
COVID-19 tax revenue loss
FY20 Covid -19 Expenditures
Reductions ( City Manager/
Membership and Affiliations)
Mid -year expenditure reductions
for Libraries due to COVID-19 tax
revenue loss
Reallocation of Ban Funds for
needed projects
Budget reduction for Sheriffs
Office due to revenue decline
related to COVID -19.
From To Amount
CONTINGENCY &
Miscellaneous
435,000
APPROP FROM
TRANSFER TO CAP
GENERAL REVENUE
PROJECTS FUND
2,975,000
Various accounts
including Temp wages,
Miscellaneous
143,633
Admin supplies,
Approp from 2020 GOB /BAN
postage...
Miscellaneous
122,500
Various accounts
including IMD INC
Performance agreement,
Miscellaneous
101,483
Roanoke River
Investments...
Miscellaneous
166,290
Various accounts
including Temp wages,
program activities...
Miscellaneous
154,953
Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge
and City Works XPO
Miscellaneous
435,000
Various accounts
including Temp wages,
Fees for Prof serv,
Publications and Subs
Miscellaneous
143,633
Approp from 2020
Approp from 2020 GOB /BAN
GOB /BAN funds
funds
100,000
Various accounts
including Xerox lease,
Electric, Food....
Miscellaneous
101,483
Transfer
Number Date
CMT20 -00076 4/23/2020
CMT20 -00077 4/23/2020
C M T20 -00081 4/24/2020
CMT20 -00090 5/12/2020
C M T20 -00091 5/12/2020
CMT20 -00092 5/12/2020
CMT20 -00093 5/12/2020
City of Roanoke, Virginia
Report of City Manager Transfers
Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
(Unaudited)
Explanation
From
To
Amount
Various accounts
Budget reduction for Dept of
including tech maint
Technology due to revenue
contracts, maint
decline related to COVID -19.
equipment....
Miscellaneous
169,274
Budget reduction for Fleet
Management due to revenue
decline related to COVID -19.
Vehicular Equipment
Miscellaneous
1,245,845
Budget reductions for
Various accounts
Transportation (Streets) due to
including Temp wages,
revenue decline related to COVID-
Admin supplies,
19.
chemicals, postage...
Miscellaneous
187,129
To correct State Grant Funds
appropriated and ensure all
Patterson Drainage
Capital Projects are adequately
Improv & Windsor
Deyerle Drainage Improv &
funded.
Drainage Improv
Glade Crk Stream Rest.
262,500
To correct State Grant Funds
Sample Crown Point
Wilton /Mill View Drainage
appropriated and ensure all
Drainage Improv &
Improv, Fire Station #7
Capital Projects are adequately
Downtown Jefferson 2
Drainage Improv & Salem
funded.
Drainage Improv
Ave /3rd St Drainage Improv
267,000
To correct State Grant Funds
Sunrise Drainage Improv,
appropriated and ensure all
Sweetbrier Drainage
Deyerle Drainage Improv,
Capital Projects are adequately
Improv & Cove /22nd
Sweetbrier Drainage Improv
funded.
Drainage Improv
& 24th St Drainage Improv
365,571
To correct State Grant Funds
appropriated and ensure all
Greenlee Drainage
Windsor Drainage Improv &
Capital Projects are adequately
Improv & Victoria
Sunrise /Oakland Drainage
funded.
Drainage Improv
Improv
136,502
City of Roanoke, Virginia
Report of City Manager Transfers
Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
(Unaudited)
Transfer
Number
Date Explanation
To shift revenue from Operating
Expense account to individual
project accounts to match
expenses shifted from Operating
Expenses to individual project
CMT20 -00097
5/14/2020 accounts
To transfer funds from the
Shenandoah Capital Project to
the newly established PWSC
Improvements - Decant Pad and
CMT20 -00098
5/14/2020 Pole Barn 1.
Place FY20 maintenance funding
into the sidewalk maintenance
CMT20 -00100
5/18/2020 account
Related to charge backs to other
departments. Two expenses will
also be moved from 2555 to
CMT20 -00101
5/21/2020 3038.
Transfer total of $325k to
Firestation No 7. $253k now and
$80k upon release from
CMT20 -00109
6/10/2020 purchasing.
Transfer unused FY20 Paving
operating funds to a multi -year
CMT20 -00110
6/10/2020 account.
Transfer unused funds from
various DoT capital projects to
Contingency to be used for
CMT20 -00114
6/12/2020 expenses related to COVID -19
From
Contractual Services
Shenandoah Drainage
Improv
Capital Projects fund
To
Roxell Mabry Drainage
Improv & Shenandoah
Drainage Improv
PWSC Decant Pad & Pole
Barn 1
Capital Projects fund
Technology Maintenance Citywide Tech Maint
Contracts Contracts
10th Street Widening
Fees for Professional
Sery
Approp From Gen
Revenue
Fire Station #7
Amount
118,066
100,000
300,000
250,000
253,000
Approp From Gen Revenue 677,279
Gen Revenue - Coronavirus
Exp 496,841
City of Roanoke, Virginia
Report of City Manager Transfers
Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
(Unaudited)
Transfer
Number
Date Explanation
From
To
Amount
Move E911 Wireless funds into
capitalizable DoT account to be
used for nine (9) additional
Intrado Power911 positions at the
new Blue Hills E911
E -911 Upgrages
E911 Communications
CMT20 -00117
6/19/2020 Communication Center.
Hard /Software C
Center Technology FY20
398,270
To correct VDOT Revenue
Sharing State Grant Funds
appropriated and ensure all
Capital Projects are adequately
CMT20 -00124
6/30/2020 funded
Downtown Jefferson 2
Garden City Curb and Gutter
120,254
TO CORRECT VDOT REVENUE
Cove /Dansbury Drainage
SHARING STATE GRANT
Franklin Rd Bridge
Improv, 24th Str Drainage
FUNDS APPROPRIATED AND
Replacement, Garden
Improv, Sample /Crown Point
ENSURE ALL CAPITAL
City Curb and Gutter &
Drainage Improv &
PROJECTS ARE ADEQUATELY
Garnand Branch Tria
Sunrise /Oakland Drainage
CMT20 -00125
6/20/2020 FUNDED
Drainage.
Improv
156,217
Notes:
Under City Code section 2 -121, the City Manager has authority to make transfers of any amount within or between funds during the fiscal
year and after June 30th to ensure proper expenditure reporting and budgetary controls for the prior fiscal year. The scope of this report is
limited to transfers in excess of $100,000 between funds and between project/program accounts in the Capital Project Fund and Grant Fund.
CMT's marked with an asterisk denotes that multiple lines of monies transferred amounted to be above the $100,000. All CMT's not marked
with an asterisk have at least a single line item that amounted to over $100,000.
Oath or Affirmation of Office
Commonwealth of Virginia, City of Roanoke, to -wit:
I, Timothy R. Spencer, do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the
United States of America and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and that I
will faithfully and impartially discharge and perform all the duties incumbent upon me as
the City Attorney, according to the best of my ability. So help me God.
O .SPENCER
The foregoing oath of office was taken, sworn to, and subscribed before me by
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Timothy R. Spencer this 47 day of � 2020.
Brenda S. Hamilton, Clerk of the Circuit Court
CO ESTE BRE D AMILTON, CLEF �.
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By ,:� - =�� ' , Clerk
CEC'ELIA F. MCCOI', CJIC
Cite Clerk
CITY OF ROANOKE
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
215 Church Avenue, S. W., Room 456
Roanoke, Virginia 24011 -1536
Telephone: (540) 853 -2541
Fax: (540) 853 -1145
E-mail: clerk(a roanoke%a.hoc
October 6, 2020
Landon C. Howard, President
Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge
101 Shenandoah Avenue, S. W.
Roanoke, Virginia 24016 -2044
Dear Mr. Howard:
CECELIA T. NVEBB, CMC
Depute Cih Clerk
This is to advise you that Shaleen Powell has qualified as a City representative of the
Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors for a one -year term of office, commencing
July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021.
Sincerely,
LAt 0,91
Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC
City Clerk
Oath or Affirmation of Office
Commonwealth of Virginia, City of Roanoke, to -wit:
1, Shaleen Powell, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the
Constitution of the United States of America and the Constitution of the Commonwealth
of Virginia, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge and perform all the duties
incumbent upon me as a City representative of the Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of
Directors for a one -year term of office, commencing July 1, 2020 and ending June 30,
2021, according to the best of my ability. (So help me God)
SHALEEN POWE L
The foregoing oath of office was taken, sworn to, and subscribed before me by
Shaleen Powell this o71 s day of 2020.
Brenda S. Hamilton, Clerk of the Circuit Court
B5C4,4_, Clerk
CECELIA F. 11CCOY, CMC
City Clerk
CITY OF ROANOKE
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
215 Church Avenue, S. XV., Room 456
Roanoke, Virginia 24011 -1536
Telephone: (540) 853 -2541
Fax: (540) 853 -1145
E-mail: clerk(i roanoke%a.goc
October 6, 2020
Tina Carr, Secretary
Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals
Roanoke, Virginia
Dear Ms. Carr:
CECELIA T. WEBB, CHIC
Deputx Cih Clerk
This is to advise you that Christopher Link has qualified as a member (Citizen -at- Large)
of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals for a three -year term of office,
commencing July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2023.
Sincerely,
YyLe ��T
Cecelia F. McCoy, MMC
City Clerk
Oath or Affirmation of Office
Commonwealth of Virginia, City of Roanoke, to -wit:
I, Christopher Link, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the
Constitution of the United States of America and the Constitution of the Commonwealth
of Virginia, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge and perform all the duties
incumbent upon me as a member (Citizen -At- Large) of the Building and Fire Code
Board of Appeals for a three -year term of office, commencing July 1, 2020 and ending
June 30, 2023, according to the best of my ability. (So help me God.)
_ y HER LINK
The foregoing oath of office was taken, sworn to, and subscribed before me by
Christopher Link this �day of 020.
Brenda S. Hamilton, Clerk of the Circuit Court
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Roanoke
Star City Strong
Strategic Plan Update
Response - Recovery - Resiliency
Council Presentation 10/5/2020
ROANOKE
Photo Credit: Patrick Perkins
Strategic Plan Update and FY22 Budget
Planning - A Framework
• Listen
• Learn
• Discuss
• Present
• Act
Retreat - Takeaways
• Emphasize Action - 2 Years - Response, Recovery, Resiliency
• Equity Orientation
• Strengthened Linkage to Budget
• Enhanced Performance Measures
• Greater Recognition of
Inter - relatedness of Strategies
• Acknowledgement of Challenging
Fiscal Environment
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Retreat - Takeaways
Education
• Greater emphasis on link between economic opportunities in community with
students/ curriculum
Community Safety
• Enhancement of non - policing components
• Enhancement of policing - gangs, community
engagement, SRO's, etc.
• Jail Operations/ Turn -over in Sheriff
Human Services
• Anti - Poverty Orientation
• Increased Focus on Substance Use and Suicide
Infrastructure
• Increased focus on equity in investments
• Additional financial resources
Retreat - Takeaways
Good Government
• Board & Commission composition equity
• Increased Board & Commission reporting/ engagement
• Enhanced neighborhood engagement/ coordination
• Enhanced leadership development - youth and diversity
Livability
• Revamped youth recreation sports
• Zoning & Equity
Economy
• Focus on economic inclusion
• Strengthen local entrepreneurship ecosystem
• Realistic/ Actionable plan for Village Centers
• Enhance Economic Development model /New ED Director
Next Steps
• Working Groups
• Draft Strategies
• Budget Planning Retreat
• Draft Strategic Plan
• Strategic Plan Adoption
Questions?
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 5th day of October, 2020.
No. 41889 - 100520.
A RESOLUTION authorizing the acceptance of a grant from the FY 2020 Edward Byrne
Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program made to the City of Roanoke by the United States
Department of Justice; and authorizing execution of any required documentation on behalf of the
City.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Roanoke as follows:
The City of Roanoke does hereby accept the Grant from the United States Department
of Justice pursuant to the FY 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program, in the
total amount of $46,336 with (i) $27,801 to the Police Department to support its bicycle patrol
program, and (ii) $18,535 to the Roanoke City Sheriffs Department to purchase additional facility
cameras to be utilized in the Roanoke City Jail to improve officer safety and accountability. No local
match is required for this grant; such grant being more particularly described in the City Council
Agenda Report dated October 5, 2020.
2. The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute and file, on behalf of the City, any
documents setting forth the conditions of the grant in a form approved by the City Attorney.
The City Manager is further directed to furnish such additional information as may be
required by the United States Department of Justice in connection with acceptance of the foregoing
Grant.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
R- Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant- FY2020 10.05.20.doc
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IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 5th day of October, 2020.
No. 41890 - 100520.
AN ORDINANCE to appropriate funding from the Federal government,
Department of Justice, for the Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program,
amending and reordaining certain sections of the 2020 -2021 Grant Fund
Appropriations, and dispensing with the second reading by title of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that the following
sections of the 2020 -2021 Grant Fund Appropriations be, and the same are hereby,
amended and reordained to read and provide as follows:
Appropriations
Sheriff — Other Equipment
Police — Overtime
Police — FICA
Police — Other Equipment
Revenues
Byrne JAG Sheriff Technology Improve FY21
Byrne JAG Police Bike Patrol FY21
35- 140 - 5932 -9015
$18,535
35- 640 - 3687 -1003
19,323
35- 640 - 3687 -1120
1,478
35- 640 - 3687 -9015
7,000
35 -140- 5932 -5932 . 18, 535
35- 640 - 3687 -3687 27,801
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading
of this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
J. wu C,
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council
Meeting: October 05, 2020
Subject: FY 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial justice Assistance Grant Program
Background:
The United States Department of Justice distributes funding directly to local law
enforcement agencies through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
Program. Justice Assistance Grant programs fund many types of initiatives and are
intended to improve officer safety.
On September 18, 2020, the United States Department of Justice awarded the City
of Roanoke $46,336 through its FY 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Grant Program. The application for the grant specified that the Police Department
would receive $27,801 to support its bicycle patrol program and the Sheriff's
Office would receive $18,535 to purchase additional facility cameras to be utilized
in the Roanoke City Jail to improve officer safety and accountability.
Recommended Action:
Accept the FY 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
described above and authorize the City Manager to execute the grant agreement
and any related documents; all such documents to be approved as to form by the
City Attorney.
Adopt the accompanying budget ordinance to appropriate funding and establish
revenue estimates consisting of accounts for the Police Department in the amount
of $27,801 and for the Sheriff's Office in the amount of $18,535 into accounts to
be established by the Director of Finance in the Grant Fund.
---------------------------
Robert S. Cowell, Jr.
City Manager
Distribution: Council Appointed Officers
Sherman Stovall, Deputy City Manager
Amelia C. Merchant, Director of Finance
Sam Roman, Chief of Police
The Honorable Tim Allen, Roanoke City Sheriff
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IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 5th day of October, 2020.
No. 41891 - 100520.
A RESOLUTION authorizing the acceptance of the State and Local Government Financial
Wellness Program Grant from Wells Fargo Foundation, and authorizing the acceptance, execution,
and filing of appropriate documents to obtain such funds.
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Roanoke as follows:
The City of Roanoke hereby accepts funding of the State and Local Government
Financial Wellness Program Grant from Wells Fargo Foundation in the total amount of $50,000, no
local match is required.
2. The City Manager is hereby authorized to accept, execute, and file on behalf of the
City of Roanoke any and all documents required to obtain such funding. All such documents to be
approved as to form by the City Attorney.
3. The City Manager is further directed to furnish such additional information as may be
required in connection with the acceptance of the foregoing funding or with such project.
ATTEST:
1�.G�.LQLaLJ v • 4�
City Clerk.
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IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 5th day of October, 2020.
No. 41892 - 100520.
AN ORDINANCE to appropriate funding from the Wells Fargo Foundation
through the International Public Management Association For Human Resources and the
National Association of State Treasurers' Foundation for the State and Local Financial
Wellness Grant Program, amending and reordaining certain sections of the 2020 -2021
Grant Fund Appropriations, and dispensing with the second reading by title of this
ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that the following
sections of the 2020 -2021 Grant Fund Appropriations be, and the same are hereby,
amended and reordained to read and provide as follows:
Appropriations
Fees For Professional Service
Publications and Subscriptions
Administrative Supplies
Wellness Reimbursement
Revenues
State and Local Government Financial
Wellness Grant FY21
35- 340 - 8340 -2010
$ 25,040
35- 340 - 8340 -2040
19,200
35- 340 - 8340 -2030
3,760
35- 340 - 8340 -3055
2,000
35- 340 - 8340 -8340 50,000
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading of
this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
G� CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council
Meeting: October 5, 2020
Subject: State and Local Government Financial Wellness Grant Program
Background:
A new national initiative, funded by the Wells Fargo Foundation, has awarded a
total of $1 .4 million in grants to 24 state and local government jurisdictions to
establish or improve employee financial wellness programs. The City of
Roanoke is one of the recipients of the grant. This grant initiative is a
collaboration between the Center for State and Local Government Excellence
(SLGE), the International Public Management Association for Human Resources
(IPMA -HR), the National Association of State Treasurers' Foundation (NASTF),
and Wells Fargo.
Over a one -year period, the City of Roanoke will receive $50,000 to expand its
current financial literacy education and security offerings to its employees and their
families. The City of Roanoke will utilize the grant funding to integrate the individual
components of our current offerings into a formal "cradle to grave" Financial Literacy
Program that will be delivered both electronically and via group and individual
sessions. The funding will provide the following: one -on -one financial counseling to
City employees through Freedom First Enterprises; a financial learning platform
that will provide digital financial education on demand; legal advisory services
to ensure that the financial program offerings meet all compliance requirements
and are in the best interest of employees; marketing campaign resources; and
employee incentives for the program.
There is no cash match requirement associated with this award.
Recommended Action:
Accept the State and Local Government Financial Wellness Program Grant
described above and authorize the City Manager to execute the grant
agreement and any related documents; all such documents to be approved as
to form by the City Attorney.
Adopt the accompanying budget ordinance to establish a revenue estimate in
the amount of $50,000 in grant revenue and appropriate funding in the same
amount into accounts to be established by the Director of Finance in the Grant
Fund.
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Robert S. Cowell, fir.
City Manager
Distribution: Council Appointed Officers
Sherman M. Stovall, Deputy City Manager
Amelia C. Merchant, Director of Finance
Angelia G. Vernon, Director of Human Resources
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IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 5th day of October, 2020.
No. 41893 - 100520.
AN ORDINANCE to appropriate funding from the United Way of Roanoke
Valley to transition program management from Bank on Roanoke Valley to the City to
improve the financial stability of low to moderate income residents, amending and
reordaining certain sections of the 2020 -2021 Grant Fund Appropriations, and
dispensing with the second reading by title of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that the following
sections of the 2020 -2021 Grant Fund Appropriations be, and the same are hereby,
amended and reordained to read and provide as follows:
Appropriations
35- 310 - 8331 -1002
$ 1,676
Salaries
City Retirement
35- 310 - 8331 -1105
588
401H Savings
35- 310 - 8331 -1117
36
FICA
35- 310 - 8331 -1120
274
Dental Insurance
35- 310- 8331 -1126
28
52
Life Insurance
35- 310 - 8331 -1130
498
Health Insurance Premium HSA
35- 310 - 8331 -1185
Program Activities
35- 310 - 8331 -2066
12,910
Advertising
35- 310 - 8331 -2015
750
Training and Development
35- 310 - 8331 -2044
438
Administrative Supplies
35- 310 - 8331 -2030
1,750
Business Meals and Travel
35- 310 - 8331 -2144
500
Revenues
Bank on Roanoke Program FY20
35- 310 - 8331 -8331
19,500
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading
of this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council
Meeting: October 5, 2020
Subject: Budget Ordinance for the FY 2020 -2021 United Way funding for
the Bank On Roanoke Valley Program
Background:
On February 18, 2020, Council passed Resolution No. 41668 - 021820 which
authorized the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding
( "MOU ") with the United Way of Roanoke Valley ( "UWRV ") for program
management and funding of the Bank On Roanoke Valley ( "BORV ") program.
Pursuant to the above listed Resolution and MOU, $19,500 UWRV funding is
being given to the City to pay for program management and funding of the
BORV for 2020-2021.
Considerations:
City Council action is needed to accept funding in the amount of $19,500 from
UWRV. This funding will fund part of the salary of the Financial Stability
Specialist as well as BORV activities.
Recommended Action:
Adopt the accompanying budget ordinance to establish a revenue estimate in
the amount of $19,500 and appropriate $19,500 into accounts established in
the Grant Fund by the Director of Finance.
'!� - - - - -- --------------- - - - --
Robert S. Cowell, fir.
City Manager
Attachment
Distribution: Council Appointed Officers
W. Brent Robertson, Assistant City Manager for Community Development
Amelia C. Merchant, Director of Finance
Brandon Meginley, Financial Stability Specialist
of"" IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 5th day of October, 2020.
No. 41894 - 100520.
AN ORDINANCE to appropriate funding from the Community Catalyst Funds
through the Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia for the Regional Wayfinding
Project, amending and reordaining certain sections of the 2020 -2021 Grant Fund
Appropriations, and dispensing with the second reading by title of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that the following
sections of the 2020 -2021 Grant Fund Appropriations be, and the same are hereby,
amended and reordained to read and provide as follows:
Appropriations
Fees For Professional Service
Capital Project Contingency Fund
Transfer to Grant Fund
Revenues
Regional Wayfinding Project FY20
Regional Wayfinding Project FY20- Local
35- 310 -8335 -2010
$ 75,000
08- 530 - 9575 -9220
(25,000)
08- 530 - 9712 -9535
25,000
35- 310 - 8335 -8335 50,000
35- 310 - 8335 -8336 25,000
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading of
this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with.
ATTEST:
J. 'Pulot
City Clerk.
b COUNCIL CITY AGENDA REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council
Meeting: October 5, 2020
Subject: Repeal of Budget Ordinance No. 41880- 092120, adopted by Roanoke
City Council on September 21, 2020 for funding an Agreement with
Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia for Wayfinding
Signs
Background:
By Budget Ordinance No. 41880- 092120, adopted by Roanoke City Council (City
Council) on September 21, 2020, City Council authorized Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge
sponsored study of enhancing the wayfinding signs within the jurisdictions of its
member localities to facilitate better identification and location of regional attractions.
As a result of the study, a Regional Wayfinding Program has been developed. Due to
inexperience the original Budget Ordinance was not appropriately created. Ordinance
No. 41880- 092120 contained several errors that included missing appropriations.
Considerations:
In order to correct these errors, City staff recommends that Budget Ordinance No.
41880- 092120, be repealed, and the City Council adopt a new budget ordinance to
transfer, as intended, the Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia (Foundation)
funding, in the amount of $50,000, to support the installation of wayfinding signs.
This funding will be matched with $25,000 in City of Roanoke funds.
Recommended Action:
Adopt the accompanying budget ordinance to repeal Budget Ordinance No. 41880-
092120 adopted by City Council on September 21, 2020 and to establish a revenue
estimate in the amount of $75,000 consisting of $50,000 in grant revenue and
$25,000 in local match to be transferred from the Capital Projects Contingency fund
and appropriate funding in the same amount into accounts to be established by the
Director of Finance in the Grant Fund.
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Robert S. Cowell, Jr.
City Manager
Distribution: Council Appointed Officers
Sherman M. Stovall, Deputy City Manager
Amelia C. Merchant, Director of Finance
The Roanoke Times
Roanoke, Virginia
Affidavit of Publication
CITY OF ROANOKE - CLERKS OFFICE
Attn Cecelia Webb
215 CHURCH AVE SW
ROOM 456
ROANOKE, VA 24011
Account Number
6007932
Date
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ROANOKL CITY COUNCIL
AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Council of the City of Roanoke is seeking applicants for a vacancy on
Council, the term of office which will run through December 31, 2022. Council
will fill the vacancy by appointment. Applicants must submit a written
statement of interest, which shall include the applicant's full name, physical
place of residence within the City of Roanoke, and the identity of the voter
precinct within the City of Roanoke at which the applicant votes. The statement
of interest shall also provide that the applicant agrees to be interviewed before
City Council on October 5, 2020, if so selected. Applicants must be residents of
the City and eligible to vote in the City of Roanoke. Statements of Interest must
be delivered in hand to the City Clerk at Room 456, Noel C. Taylor Municipal
Building, 215 Church Avenue, S.W., Roanoke, Virginia or sent via email to the
City Clerk at clerkFroanokeva.gov with the City Clerk by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday,
October 1, 2020.
On October 5, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
considered, City Council v, -111 Innow1cc the applicants sdl cted ton interviews.
On October 5, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
reached, City Council will conduct public interviews of the applicants selected
for interviews. The public is invited to submit proposed questions for the
applicants by tiling proposed written questions in the Office of the City Clerk
by 12:00 p.m., Noon, on October 5, 2020. Questions will be asked by Council
Members only and Council Members may ask any such questions as, in its
discretion, it deems advisable.
On October 5, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
reached, Council will hold a public hearing to hear the views of citizens on the
applicants who were interviewed. The public hearing will be held in the City
Council Chamber, Fourth Floor, Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building, 215 Church
Avenue, S.W., Roanoke, Virginia.
City Council will announce its appointment during the 2:00 p.m. session of
City Council on Monday, October 19, 2020.
Due to the COVID -19 pandemic disaster, City Council may conduct the
interviews and this public hearing through electronic communication means
without a quorum of City Council physically present in the Council Chamber,
as permitted by law. Please contact the City Clerk at (540)853 -2541 or clerkc.
roanokeva.gov by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, October 5, 2020, to register to speak at
the public hearing. The City Clerk will provide you with information to access
the public hearing if conducted by electronic communication means and
present your views.
If you are a person with a disability who needs accommodations for this
hearing, please contact the City Clerk's Office at 853 -2541, by 12:00 p.m., Noon,
on October 1, 2020.
GIVEN under my hand this 24th day of September, 2020.
Cecelia E McCoy, City Clerk.
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NOTICE OF VACANCY
ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL
AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Council of the City of Roanoke is seeking applicants for a vacancy on Council, the term of
office which will run through December 31, 2022. Council will fill the vacancy by appointment.
Applicants must submit a written statement of interest, which shall include the applicant's full name,
physical place of residence within the City of Roanoke, and the identity of the voter precinct within
the City of Roanoke at which the applicant votes. The statement of interest shall also provide that
the applicant agrees to be interviewed before City Council on October 5, 2020, if so selected.
Applicants must be residents of the City and eligible to vote in the City of Roanoke. Statements of
Interest must be delivered in hand to the City Clerk at Room 456, Noel C. Taylor Municipal
Building, 215 Church Avenue, S.W., Roanoke, Virginia or sent via email to the City Clerk at
clerkLroanokeva.gov with the City Clerk by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2020.
On October 5, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter maybe considered, City Council
will announce the applicants selected for interviews. On October 5, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., or as soon
thereafter as the matter may be reached, City Council will conduct public interviews of the applicants
selected for interviews. The public is invited to submit proposed questions for the applicants by
filing proposed written questions in the Office of the City Clerk by 12:00 p.m., Noon, on October 5,
2020. Questions will be asked by Council Members only and Council Members may ask any such
questions as, in its discretion, it deems advisable.
On October 5, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be reached, Council will
hold a public hearing to hear the views of citizens on the applicants who were interviewed. The
public hearing will be held in the City Council Chamber, Fourth Floor, Noel C. Taylor Municipal
Building, 215 Church Avenue, S.W., Roanoke, Virginia.
City Council will announce its appointment during the 2:00 p.m. session of City Council on Monday,
October 19, 2020.
Due to the COVID -19 pandemic disaster, City Council may conduct the interviews and this public
hearing through electronic communication means without a quorum of City Council physically
present in the Council Chamber, as permitted by law. Please contact the City Clerk at (540)853-
2541 or clerk(curoanokeva.ov by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, October 5, 2020, to register to speak at the
public hearing. The City Clerk will provide you with information to access the public hearing if
conducted by electronic communication means and present your views.
If you are a person with a disability who needs accommodations for this hearing, please contact the
City Clerk's Office at 853 -2541, by 12:00 p.m., Noon, on October 1, 2020.
GIVEN under my hand this 24th day of September, 2020.
Cecelia F. McCoy, City Clerk.
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[EXTERNAL] City Council 10/5 at 7pm Meeting - Citizen Participation
Statement
Elda Stanco Downey clerk 10/05/2020 04:41 PM
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Dear Ms McCoy,
I hope this message finds you well. I would like to participate in tonight's meeting, to speak on
behalf of Ms. Vivian Sanchez -Jones for the City Council seat vacancy. Unfortunately, I am not
able to attend in person, and thus respectfully submit my comment as a statement via email. I
would appreciate it if this statement is presented to Mayor Lea, Vice Mayor Cobb, City
Councilwoman Price, City Councilman Bestpitch, City Councilwoman Davis, and City
Councilwoman White -Boyd for their review. Please find the statement attached.
Thank you very much for your time and assistance. I am available via this email, or at
540- 904 -8126.
All the best,
Dr. Elda Stanco Downey
Private Citizen
City Council Appointee to the Roanoke Valley - Alleghany Regional Commission
Citizen Member of the Star City Strong Recovery Fund Task Force
Dr. Elda Stanco Downey
ROANOKE SPANISH
1327 Grandin Road, SW
Roanoke, VA 24015
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[EXTERNAL] Vacancy on City Council
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Dave Harrison [EXTERNAL] Vacancy on City Council
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I am a resident of the City of Roanoke and write to support the application of Luke Priddy to fill
the vacancy on City Council created by the resignation of Djuna Osborne.
David Harrison
"Never forget that justice is what love looks like in public." - Cornel West
.° [EXTERNAL] Luke Priddy - City Council Vacancy
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Dear Madam Clerk,
This letter is in support of Luke Priddy to fill the vacancy on City Council. I am Senator John
Edwards' administrative assistant during General Assembly sessions, and that has afforded me
the pleasure of getting to know and working with Luke for the last two years.
Luke is a very bright, energetic young man and a quick learner. As you can imagine, the fast
pace of Session can be challenging, but Luke has handled the pace and pressures with a calm
demeanor, organization, and the ability to connect and work with others. His unique niche is his
grasp and knowledge of rules and procedures. This has helped navigate some technical issues in
a speedy and effective manner. Luke respects the protocol and decorum of the Senate, and
carries himself in a professional manner.
The Roanoke City Council would be greatly served to have Luke Priddy as a member and
representative of the citizens of Roanoke.
Sincerely,
Rose Brinson
Rose
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TO: City Clerk
City Manager
Mayor and Members of Roanoke City Council
RE: Planning the FUTURE for Roanoke. Infrastructure needed to support our location between
the New River, the James River, the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Appalachian Trail.
Beth Doughy has the contacts to lead a group of visionaries that know how to brand Roanoke as
cool and hip. She knows the players in the business community and can add economic
development to the city of Roanoke's success.
Roanoke is the HUB for Southwest Virginia. Promote Roanoke as the catalyst center for
business, transportation, cultural amenities, financial institutions, education opportunities,
recreational opportunities, social services and MORE!
Planning documents and goals should be supported. Multi Modal transportation is an achievable
objective.
Beth can help provide the skills needed to move Roanoke forward.
Barbara N. Duerk
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Barbara N. Duerk
CONNECT NOW
2607 Rosalind Ave., S.W.
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540 -580 -1621
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t: [EXTERNAL] John Randolph Clements
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Scott Moir [EXTERNAL] John Randolph Clements
10/04/2020 07:40 PM
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My name is Keith Scott Moir and I'm a Roanoke City resident
living at 2317 Martin Ln SW.
I'm writing to support Dr. Clements' application to serve on city
council.
I've known Dr. Clements for many years and worked alongside him
to win the bid for the Ironman 70.3 Virginia's Blue Ridge race to
this area. The race was his idea and, despite MANY obstacles put
in his path, he was relentless in his efforts to get the race; he
would not accept that we would not get this event. And this event
is going to be huge for our community going forward.
I also know that Dr. Clements serves on the board for
Roanoke /Blacksburg Regional Airport. In that capacity he is also
tenacious in creating ways to bring more flights (more business,
more tourism) to the area.
I strongly endorse Dr. Clements' application for him to serve on
Roanoke City Council.
Keith Moir
[EXTERNAL] Randy Clements for city council
Kimberley Patterson to clerk 10/04/2020 08:11 PM
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Kimberley Patterson [EXTERNAL] Randy Clements for city council
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My family has known Randy for over 10 years, and we would greatly
appreciate his input and insight on the city Council.
Thank you for considering!
Kimberley & Phillip Patterson
Sent from my iPhone
[EXTERNAL] John Randolph Clements
Sarah Gregory to clerk
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Sarah Gregory [EXTERNAL] John Randolph Clements
10/04/2020 09:26 PM
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To Whom it may concern:
As a Roanoke City resident, I am writing in support of Dr. Randy
Clements' application for City Council. I work with Dr. Clements
at Carilion Clinic. He is an asset to our community both in terms
of healthcare and business development. Feel free to reply to
this message if additional information is needed.
Regards,
Sarah Gregory
Sent from my iPhone
To the Honorable Mayor Sherman Lea Sr. and Council Members:
First and foremost, I must apologize for not appearing in person to make my
recommendation to fill the vacant Council Member seat. I am considered a high risk due
to the impact of the COVID -99 social restriction.
It is my pleasure to strongly recommend Alvin Nash for the vacant Council Member seat
with the City of Roanoke.
I am Rosana Anderson, a Community Leader and retiree from Total Action Against
Poverty. I have over forty years of experience working in re -entry and community
development and have seen many returning citizens become model citizens within their
communities. I also had the pleasure of working with a group of dedicated staff. During
my tenure at the TAP organization Alvin Nash is one individual I have worked with who
uniquely stands out.
I first met Alvin Nash when he was fourteen years old and I immediately knew that he
would become a great leader one day. Years later, having the opportunity to work at the
same agency, I watched his understanding of community development and Involvement
grow far more than that of his peers. It was not just his technical skills that impressed
me: however, Alvin Nash was a joy to work with because of his amazingly positive
attitude and well - rounded abilities. His positive attitude and driven abilities were also
necessary and valued not just by myself, but by his peers, who often relied on him to
get the job done. During our time together, Alvin Nash displayed great talents
in networking, public speaking, decision making, critical thinking, professionalism and
hard work.
I am absolutely confident that Alvin Nash will be a great fit serving as Council Member.
Not only will he bring the kind of skills and experiences you're looking for in a Council
Member, but he will also quickly become an asset in the task to serve the citizens of
Roanoke and the Commonwealth.
If you need more information or specific examples, please do not hesitate to contact me
at 540.400.0859. As a recommendation letter likely only provides a snapshot of his
talents and achievements, I would be happy to further elaborate on my time working
with him.
Sincerely,
Rosana Anderson
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Re: [EXTERNAL] FFILL UNEXPIRED COUNCIL SEAT
Joseph Cobb
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Dear Estelle,
Thank you for writing in support of appointing Vivian Sanchez -Jones for the vacant position on City
Council. We are reviewing applicants today and will announce this afternoon which applicants we'll
interview. We'll make sure your email is part of the public hearing tonight.
Grateful,
Joe
Joe Cobb
Vice Mayor, Member of City Council
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Good evening Mayor and Council Members
Because of COVID -19 and my age and health reasons I cannot attend the meeting at 7 P. M. for the public hearing
to express my views on MY suggestion for the unexpired seat.
I would like for you to consider the following person -- Vivian Sanchez - Jones. My reasons are:
DIVERSITY: She is Hispanic - well needed on our council
Continues to work with the under represented Hispanic community to help them
fell that they are citizens
Help to make us feel deserving of the ALL AMERICAN CITY STATUS
Represents a section of the city that we need --- N. E.
Has qualified background and experience that would serve the citizens well
Let's step outside of our comfort zone and get more people involved in the decision making process for the city.
Thanks for listening.
Estelle H. McCadden
2128 Mercer Ave. N. W.
Roanoke, VA 24017
540 -342 -2763
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Please consider Dr. Clements as a worthy, well qualified and
exemplary advocate of our Roanoke Valley. Thank you, in advance,
for your every consideration for his inclusion to the Roanoke
City Council.
Bernie Sanders
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Vincent Slusser clerk 10/05/2020 09:55 AM
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I vote for Dr. Randy Clements. I appreciate it that he helped bring the Ironman race to Roanoke. I
hope he gets the position. Thank you.
[EXTERNAL] City Council appointment- Luke Priddy
Corinne O'Shaughnessy ` ; clerk 10/05/2020 10:02 AM
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To whom it may concern,
I am writing to support the appointment of Luke Priddy to Roanoke City Council. Luke has
always been a "people person." He is someone that has never met a stranger. He was one of the
first people I met when I moved to Roanoke City two years ago; he went out of his way to make
sure I felt welcome in the community. He introduced me to so many wonderful aspects of
Roanoke City living, from floating the Roanoke River to experiencing different breweries and
restaurants downtown. He truly has a love for this city, and it shows through his interactions with
the people and places he frequents.
Luke has a way about him that puts people at ease and allows for them to have open and honest
conversations. He is never critical, and is always accepting of different viewpoints. I absolutely
believe Luke would be an asset to the Roanoke City Council.
Corinne O'Shaughnessy, Au.D., CCC -A, FAAA
Clinical Audiologist
Carillon Clinic Audiology
.. [EXTERNAL] Luke Priddy for City Council
Barber, Kelly clerk @roanokeva.gov 10/05/2020 10:35 AM
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To whom it may concern,
I cannot attend the meeting this evening, but I wanted to reach out in support of Luke Priddy
being appointed to Council for the city of Roanoke. Luke is one of the first individuals I met
when I moved to Roanoke last year. He was very knowledgeable and to this day has provided
many recommendations about things to do and places to eat around town and ways to be
involved in the community. He is active on the parks and rec advisory board and frequents the
river and local bodies of water kayaking with friends. He clearly passionate about Roanoke and
wants to be more involved. He has an outgoing personality and would be a positive influence for
the council.
I would be happy to answer any other questions,
Kindly,
Kelly Barber
October 1st, 2020
RE: Letter of Recommendation for Luke Priddy
To Mayor Sherman P. Lea, Councilmembers Anita J. Price, Michelle L. Davis, Joseph L. Cobb,
William D. Bestpitch, and Patricia White -Boyd, and City Clerk Cecelia "Susie" F. McCoy
I am incredibly excited to offer my support for a great friend and an amazing public servant, Luke Priddy,
to fill the City Council seat vacated by former Councilmember Djuna Osborne.
Where do I even begin? Luke has done so much to fight for the interests of LGBTQ+ folks and young
people across the Roanoke Valley and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
His current experience as State Senator John S. Edwards' chief of staff has given him a foot in the door
into the sometimes troubled realm of politics by taking on special interests in Richmond. However, it's
What got Luke to where lie is today that really amazes me as an outside observer to his aspiring stardom in
politics.
Luke's resolve to fight for the inclusion of the voices of young people in the political world is
demonstrated by when he co- founded the Roanoke Young Democrats. In speaking as an LGBTQ+ young
person and President of a Young Democrats club chapter myself, Young Democrats clubs serve as a
beacon and safe space by which young people, and oftentimes young LGBTQ+ people, can network and
organize with one another in sometimes unsafe home, academic, and professional environments. But his
advocacy for young people and LGBTQ+ folks never stopped there. He fought against the Marshall -
Newman Amendment to the Virginia Constitution in 2006 and helped document the lives of LGBTQ+
people in rural Virginia in his role in Southwest Virginia LGBTQ+ History Project.
Young people and LGBTQ+ people in the realm of civic engagement should be inspired by his
accomplishments, because Luke's are born from his personal experiences as a member of the LGBTQ+
community in the realm of politics. And despite this hyper - partisan world we live in, Luke has always
risen above the noise, remembered the communities that helped to build him into the person he is and
does everything lie can to make those communities better.
The City of Roanoke will be a far better place with Luke as one of your companions on City Council.
Sincerely,
Luther D. Forbes I He /Him/His
President I College Democrats at James Madison University
PS: This letter is not an organization endorsement of Luke Priddy by the JMU College Democrats, just a
personal letter of support by Luther D. Forbes.
[EXTERNAL] Luke Priddy City Council
u # Melanie Crovo clerk 10/05/2020 12:13 PM
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Dear Council Members,
I would like to recommend Luke Priddy to be appointed to the council position vacated by Ms.
Osborne. I have had the pleasure of serving on the Parks and Rec Advisory Board with Mr.
Priddy and have been impressed with his performance. Not only does he read all of the
documents prior to the meetings but he also performs addition research on individual points and
serves as a resource regarding how state laws may affect our ability to implement certain ideas.
My partner and I run a small business in SE Roanoke and we have found Luke is interested in
finding solutions to the challenges we face. I have noticed he is active in the community and
seems to care about citizens from all walks of life.
He is articulate when he speaks and most of all, he listens. He will serve the citizens of Roanoke
well.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Melanie Crovo, DVM
Owner of Furry Friends Vet Clinic and partner in Chillin' Shaved Ice
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I wish to speak in support of Luke Priddy to fill the seat vacated by the resignation of Djuna
Osborne. Luke graduated from UVa with a Bachelor's Degree in American Government. In
addition to wisdom thus garnered, Luke has practical political experience from having
successfully worked for both Senators John Edwards and Mark Warner. Mr. Priddy's youth and
vision would provide strong additions to the Council. I know Luke to be a person folks can
count on, a person of integrity, a man who knows Roanoke well, and just the right person for the
job! I hope Council's vote will be to appoint him. Thank you. Dotsy S. Clifton
[EXTERNAL] Luke Priddy and James Settle
Sherman Lea, Anita Price, bill.bestpitch,
Jahn Garland 10/05/2020 12:50 PM
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bill.bestpitch @roanoke.va.gov, michelle.davis @roanokeva.gov, "Joe Cobb"
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Please accept this email as my endorsement for these two candidates to fill Djuna's vacancy.
Luke for his political experience and near acceptance as the Democratic ticket for City Council.
James for his long term service to the neighborhoods. I know you can only pick one among a
very good list of candidates. I wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
John Garland
John A. Garland, PE
540 -537 -4581
My name is Jason Overstreet, citizen of Roanoke City for 5 years, and I would like to offer my
positive experiences with Luke Priddy. I first met Luke around two years ago through functional fitness
classes in downtown Roanoke. Our friendship has grown over the two years and I have learned
numerous things about Luke as a person. His love for the city of Roanoke and his desire to help make
Roanoke the most it can be is limitless. During our kayaking adventures on the Roanoke River, the
genuine enthusiasm from him about Roanoke City parks was incredible. I think the best quality that
would make him a great council person is his natural ability to encourage people to be the best person
they can be. If Luke were to be appointed on city council, the city will gain a great asset in their quest to
meet their goals and objectives.