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Home My WebLink AboutCouncil Actions 05-05-25 MCGUIRE 43181 -0505' 25 City of Roanoke, Virginia ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL ROANOKE REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY ROANOKE May 5, 2025 9:00 AM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW 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. r NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through Facebook Live at facebook.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. Council Member Sanchez-Jones was absent. ITEMS FOR ACTION: A-communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that the Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. (6-0) A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss the two upcoming vacancies on the Roanoke City School Board expiring June 30, 2025, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. (6-0) A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning'a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business' or industry's interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(5), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. (6-0) A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by outside legal counsel, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(7), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. (6-0) JOINT MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL AND ROANOKE REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. • City Council - Council Member Sanchez-Jones was absent. • Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority -All present. COMMENTS BY THE CITY COUNCIL/ROANOKE REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY. AT 9:48 AM, CITY COUNCIL RECESSED FOR CLOSED MEETING/ROANOKE REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY ADJOURNED. AT 11:11 AM, THE COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: Items Listed on the 2:00 pm City Council Docket Requiring Discussion/Clarification and Additions/Deletions to the 2:00 pm Agenda. None. Topics For Discussion by the Mayor and Members of City Council. None. Briefings: FY 2025 - 2026 Budget Study - 30 minutes City Code Amendments to Classify Blighted and Derelict Property as a Separate Classification of Property for Local Taxation - 20 minutes AT 12:13 PM, THE COUNCIL MEETING WAS DECLARED IN RECESS FOR CONTINUATION OF CLOSED MEETING; AND THEREAFTER RECONVENED AT 2:00 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER, ROOM 450, NOEL C. TAYLOR MUNICIPAL BUILDING. City of Roanoke, Virginia AWIP CITY COUNCIL �� 2:00 m P ROANOKE City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. Council Member Sanchez-Jones was absent. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Carter Mundy, Pastor, Redemption Church. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Welcome Certification of Closed Meeting. (6-0) ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Shout-outs from City Council: Council Member Powers recognized non-profit organizations and referred to a fundraising event over the weekend for Renovation Alliance. Council Member Volosin "shouted-out" the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport for securing a second flight to Chicago via American Airlines to begin in August. Council Member Nash "shouted-out" the Department of Social Services who hosted a foster family banquet to honor individuals who participate in the foster care program. Vice-Mayor McGuire thanked the Southeast Neighborhood Forum who sponsored a cleanup at the Gish House and everyone who pulled together the Pride in the Park event. Council Member Hagen expressed appreciation to the Department of Fire- EMS for addressing a gas leakin his apartment building and the amazing response time of two to three minutes. Mayor Cobb commended the City Departments and in particular the Department of Human Resources on the Teen Apprentice Program to learn skills and, once graduated, become interns for City departments. He thanked Jeffrey Powell, Jennifer White, John Sanders, Nariq Bailey and all program participants. Proclamation declaring May 2025 as Building Safety Month. Vice-Mayor McGuire read and presented the proclamation to Jillian Papa, Director, Planning, Building and Development. Proclamation declaring May 2025 as Preservation Month. Council Member Hagen read and presented the proclamation to Jillian Papa, Director, Planning, Building and Development; Katharine Gray, Principal Planner, and Colette Baumgarnder, City Planner III. Proclamation declaring May 4 - 10, 2025 as Resilience Week. Council Member Nash read and presented the proclamationto Sarah Kate Brownmiller, Prevention and Wellness Specialist, Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare. Proclamation declaring May 4-10, 2025 as National Small Business Week. Mayor Cobb read and presented the proclamation to Amanda Forrester, Executive Director, Small Business Center, and Angelia Vernon, Executive Performance Administrator. 3. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to the Council, as he may deem appropriate. David Garland appeared before the Council and shared concerns about the real estate tax rate at $1.22, contrary to a state law rate reduction to keep tax revenue in parity with the prior year. Guy Byrd, Jr., appeared before the Council and requested reconsideration of a grant request that was declined. Bill Bestpitch appeared before the Council appeared before the Council in support of funding for the school division and advised that the same formula be kept. James Bullington appeared before the Council in opposition of an increase in the meals tax. 4. CONSENT AGENDA: APPROVED (6-0) All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by Members of the 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 meeting of the City Council held on Monday, April 7, 2025. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Dispensed with the reading of the minutes and approved as recorded. C-2. Request to Schedule and Advertise a public hearing for Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, to consider the conveyance of Permanent and Temporary Easements to the Western Virginia Water Authority across City-Owned Property Bearing Roanoke Official Tax Map No. 2031801. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Concurred in the request. C-3. Request to Schedule and Advertise for a public hearing to be held on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., on Proposed City Code Amendments to Classify Blighted and Derelict Property as a Separate Classification of Property for Local Taxation. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Concurred in the request. C-4. A communication from the City Clerk advising of the resignation of Andrew Raduly as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals, effective April 25, 2025. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Accepted the resignation and received and filed the communication. C-5. Reports of qualification of the following individuals: Jessica Prince as a member of the Human Services Advisory Board for a term of office ending November 30, 2026; Isobel O'Hare as a member of the Roanoke Public Library Board to replace Jane Field for a three-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028; Joshua Johnson as a member of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission for a three-year term of office, commencing April 1, 2025, and ending March 31, 2028; and Nadirah Wright as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates for a term of office ending September_30, 2026. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Received and filed. REGULAR AGENDA: 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. 6. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: 1. Transmittal of the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 - 2026 Budget. Scott Ramsburg, Cable Access Director, Spokesperson. (Sponsored by the City Manager) Adopted Resolution No. 43181-050525. (6-0) 2. Refund of Erroneously Assessed Taxes Previously Paid by Fleetmaster Express, Inc. Adopted Ordinance No. 43182-050525. (6-0) 3. Refund of Erroneously Assessed Taxes Previously Paid by Agastya Khayal LLC. Adopted Ordinance No. 43183-050525. (6-0) 7. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND THE CITY MANAGER: 1. City Manager: BRIEFING: March 2025 Budget and Actual Revenue and Expenditure Report- 15 minutes. ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION: a. Acceptance and Appropriation of$70,000 Grant Funds from the National Main Street Center for Unlocking Capital on Main Street Program. Adopted Ordinance No. 43184-050525. (6-0) b. Acceptance of Additional Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Funds, Authorization to Execute VDOT Documents, and Appropriation of Funds for the Greenway Connection along Riverland Road Project. Adopted Ordinance No. 43185-050525. (6-0) c. Aviation Drive/Valley View Pedestrian Improvements — Subsurface Utility Exploration Amendment. Adopted Ordinance No. 43186-050525. (6-0) COMMENTS OF THE CITY MANAGER. The City Manager shared the following comments: In response to persistent damage caused by truck traffic at the eastbound and westbound off-ramps of 1-581 along Orange Avenue, the Transportation Division implemented infrastructure improvements to enhance pedestrian safety and mobility. The damage, resulting from trucks with 53-foot trailers frequently riding over the curb and sidewalk due to the cloverleaf interchange geometry and exit speeds, prompted the installation of a 7-inch-thick reinforced concrete apron between the new mountable curb and the sidewalk. The upgrades included over 300 linear feet of new curb and gutter and more than 700 square feet of new sidewalk, all completed during nighttime hours to minimize traffic disruption. Virginia Infrastructure has commenced construction of a new exterior concrete ramp at the Municipal South Building to provide ADA-compliant access to the Treasurer, Real Estate Valuation, and Commissioner of the Revenue offices via the Church Avenue entrance. Scheduled for completion within 90 days, the project is a significant step in improving accessibility to municipal services for individuals with mobility challenges. As part of a broader initiative to enhance public infrastructure, additional improvements planned for this summer include updated pavement markings along Church Avenue to establish an ADA-accessible parking space near the new ramp. A total of 266 tires were removed through the hard work, coordination, and dedication of the Planning, Building, and Development Team. This effort marks a significant step forward in improving the safety and cleanliness of the city. The success of this major cleanup initiative highlights the commitment and collaboration of all involved. The efforts demonstrated the shared dedication to maintaining safe, clean, and vibrant communities. 2. CITY ATTORNEY: a. Amendment of the City Code Article I, In General, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke Creating New Section 32- 8.6, Providing for Tax Exemption of Real and. Personal Property Owned by Nonprofit Organizations. Adopted Ordinance No. 43187-050525. (6-0) b. Amendment of the City Code regarding Chapter 2, Administration, Article XIII, Gifts, Grants, Devises and Bequests to the City, Section 2- 263, Acceptance or resection generally. Adopted Ordinance No. 43188-050525. (6-0) 3. DIRECTOR OF REAL ESTATE VALUATION: None. 8. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: 1. A report of the Roanoke City School Board requesting appropriation of funds for various educational programs; and a report of the City Manager recommending that City Council concur in the request. Donna Caldwell, Director of Accounting, Spokesperson. Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 43189-050525. (6-0) 2. Adopted Resolution No. 43190-050525 appointing Mary "Franny" Apel and Joyce W. Watkins as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board for terms commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028. (6-0) 3. City Council authorized the scheduling and advertising of a public hearing for Monday, May 19, at 7:00 pm, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, to amend the City's FY 2024 -2025,budget to appropriate $17, 874, 219 to Roanoke City Public Schools for educational purposes in order to fund certain budget shortfalls in Fiscal Year 2025. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. 10. INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: None. 11. MOTIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: 1. Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council. None. 2. Vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by Council. Reappointed Yvonne Johnson as a member of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals for a three-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028. Reappointed Robert Pilkington as a member of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals for a three-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028. Appointed Richard Kegley as a member of the Mill Mountain Advisory Board to replace Mary Kegley for a three-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028. Appointed Amy Thompson as a member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to replace Jared Rigby for a term of office ending March 31, 2028. Reappointed Allison Oakey as a member of the Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors for a one-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. Reappointed Jennifer Eddy as a member of the Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors for a one-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. Reappointed Michael Loveman as a member of the Western Virginia Water Authority for a four-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2029. 12. ADJOURNED - 3:31 PM CITY OF ROANOKErfe. ; = OFFICE OF THE MAYOR 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Suite 452 Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 Telephone: (540)853-2444 " g ? ° Fax (540)853-1145 E-mail: MAYOR@ROANOKEVA.GOV JOSEPH L.COBB Mayor May 5, 2025 The Honorable Vice-Mayor McGuire and Members of the Roanoke City Council Roanoke, Virginia Dear Vice-Mayor McGuire and Members of Council: This is to request a Closed Meeting to discuss vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. A list of current vacancies can be found online at www.roanokeva.gov/citycouncil. Sincerely, •, Joseph L. Cobb Mayor JLC:ctw CITY OF ROANOKE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR J 215 Church Avenue,S.W., Suite 452 Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 >J ,} Telephone: (540)853-2444 . 4 ._ Fax:(540)853-1145 E-mail: JOSEPH.COBB@ROANOKEVA.GOV JOSEPH L.COBB Mayor May 5, 2025 The Honorable Vice-Mayor McGuire and Members of the Roanoke City Council Roanoke, Virginia Dear Vice-Mayor McGuire and Members of Council: This is to request that the Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss the appointment of two Trustees to serve on the Roanoke City School Board, for three-year terms, each, commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. Sincerely, Joseph L. Cobb Mayor JLC:ctw 111r:Artal. ROANOKE Office of the City Attorney To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council Subject: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business' or industry's interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(5), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. i The City Attorney requests that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business' or industry's interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(5), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Timothy Spencer, City Attorney ROANOKE Office of the City Attorney To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council Subject: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by outside legal counsel, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(7), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. The City Attorney requests that the City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by outside legal counsel, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(7), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Timothy Spencer, City Attorney ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL BLIGHTED & DERELICT BUILDINGS PROGRAM BRIEFING MAY 5, 2025 ROANOKE Blighted & Derelict Structures Program Overview Purpose: • Proposed ordinance that expands the City of Roanoke's capacity to confront the challenges of blighted and derelict structures through the coordinated use of taxation, code enforcement, and valuation authority. • Establish a fiscally grounded mechanism to disincentivize long-term vacancy and neglect while reaffirming our commitment to housing stability, neighborhood integrity, and economic reinvestment. Background: • Builds on the adopted authority to implement a local Derelict Building Program, which identifies, registers, and requires remediation of qualifying properties. • These tools provide a stronger foundation to address chronic noncompliance. WWI ROANOKE Strategic Objectives 1 . Neighborhood Revitalization • Encourages private owners to reinvest or redevelop neglected properties • Mitigates the destabilizing effect of visual blight on surrounding homes 2. Housing Crisis Response • Supports the return of underutilized residential properties to habitable condition • Expands the housing inventory without requiring new land acquisition 3. Financial Accountability • Shifts the cost burden of blight from taxpayers to responsible property owners • Generates modest revenue that can support housing and enforcement programs 4. Equity in Enforcement • Balances administrative penalties with fiscal incentives for remediation • Treats property value deterioration as both a regulatory and financial issue era ROANOKE Basis for Action - City Plan 2040 • Complete Neighborhoods, �� .1 1 Missing Middle Housing, . . Ix; ,� i . . Neighborhood Centers • 21. • Efficient Land Use, r ® „N„ Environmental Sustainability 2,162 g u "--- - and Resiliency Housing Units needed by 2025 • Equity, Community Health41")11 indentified by RVARC Housing Study • How the City Conducts Business Redevelopment is a key tool for creating housing due to limited vacant land ./� Ir® ROANOKE 4 Proposed Ordinance Summary • City Code Amendment: • 1 . Article II, Real Estate Taxes Generally, Chapter 32 , Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke ( 1979) as amended, is amended and reordained by the addition of new Division 10, Classification and assessment of blighted properties and derelict buildings. • State Code Reference : • Authorized under § 58. 1 -3221 .E of the Code of Virginia, this ordinance would establish blighted and derelict properties as a separate class of taxable real estate, permitting the City to apply differentiated tax rates as a form of structured enforcement. OWE ROANOKE Special Tax Classifications • Blighted Property: Subject to a ". 5% premium above the standard real .., '� —, N 7., ___, r .. _s estate tax rate. 'it • Current tax rate: $ 1 .22 per $ 100 assessed "� ` rr ..,�, , Fir• Special tax rate: $ 1 .28 per $ 100 = � � ..,_,' I:' , - ';.T... assessed J • Derelict Building: Subject to a , `- 10% premium above the standard real ,; :, estate tax rate. °""'!�" . i , • Current tax rate: $ 1 .22 per $ 100 ` assessed • Special tax rate: $1 .34 per $ 100 assessed - Source: Marshall &Swift Cost Manual - Condition Reference Guide ROANOKE 6 Citywide Implementation • Authority: • Initiated upon declaration by the City Manager or designee and confirmed by the Director of Real Estate Valuation • Classification applies to both structure and underlying land • Lists and Reviews Maintained by REV: • Ongoing monitoring and reevaluation • Removal from classification upon compliance • Appeals Rights Protected : • Designations may be challenged through the standard real estate assessment appeals process under § 58. 1 -3980 rl `+ ROANOKE Implementation Timeline Internal Rollout: Public Notice and Coordination between Education: Targeted Effective Date: July 1, outreach to property REV, Code Enforcement, ,�� 2025 Treasurer's Office, and owners and community Legal departments associations Asirirm ROANOKE 8 New Legislation Code of Virginia § 15.2-958. 1 : 1 - Sale of Certain Vacant and Blighted or Derelict Property This section, effective July 1 , 2025 , empowers localities to petition the circuit court to appoint a special commissioner to convey certain properties directly to the locality, its land bank entity, or a designated nonprofit, bypassing the traditional public auction process. Eligible properties must meet the following criteria: • Have been vacant for at least five years • Be declared blighted or derelict as defined in § 58. 1 -3221 .6 • Taxes are delinquent ROANOKE 9 cz) IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA, AN ORDINANCE amending and reordaining Article II,Real Estate Taxes Generally, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, by the addition of new Division 10; Classification and Assessment of Blighted Properties and Derelict Buildings; providing for an effective date; and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. 1. Article II,Real Estate Taxes Generally,Chapter 32,Taxation,Code of the City of Roanoke(1979) as amended, is amended and reordained by the addition of new Division 10,Classification and Assessment of Blighted Properties and Derelict Buildings;to read and provide as follows: DIVISION 10. CLASSIFICATION AND ASSESSMENT OF BLIGHTED PROPERTIES AND DERELICT BUILDINGS Sec. 32-103.28. Authority. Section 58.1-3221.6, Code of Virginia (1950) as amended, authorizes a qualifying locality to declare blighted property and derelict buildings to be a separate class of property for taxation purposes and to levy a tax on blighted properties and derelict buildings at rates different than that levied on other real property. Sec. 32-103.29. Definitions. As used in this division, the following terms shall have the following meanings: Blighted property means the same as that term is defined in §36-3, Code of Virginia (1950) as amended, encompassing any individual commercial, industrial, or residential structure or improvement that endangers the public's health, safety, or welfare because the structure or improvement upon the property is dilapidated, deteriorated, or violates minimum health and safety standards, or any structure or improvement previously designated as blighted pursuant to § 36-49.1:1, Code of Virginia (1950) as amended, under the process for determination of"spot blight." Derelict building means the same as that term is defined in§15.2-907.1, Code of Virginia(1950) as amended, encompassing a residential or nonresidential building or structure, whether or not construction has been completed, that might endanger the public's health, safety, or welfare and for a continuous period in excess of six months, it has been (i) vacant, (ii) boarded up in accordance with the building code, and(iii)not lawfully connected to electric service from a utility service provider or not lawfully connected to any required water or sewer service from a utility service provider. Qualifying locality means a locality with a score of 100 or higher on the fiscal stress index, as published by the Department of Housing and Community Development in July 2020. Sec. 32-103.30. — Classification and Assessment of blighted and derelict properties. Upon the determination of the director of real estate valuation, which may be based upon a declaration by the city manager or their designee, that real property constitutes blighted property or a derelict building, such properties shall be classified the same, and assessed as follows: (a) Blighted property, as defined in Sec 32-103.29, of the Code of the City of Roanoke, along with the land such building is located on, shall be classified as blighted property, and shall be taxed at a rate of 5%more than the prevailing tax rate applicable to the general class of real property set forth in Sec. 32-16, of the Code of the City of Roanoke(the "Blighted Property Tax Rate'). (b) A derelict building, as defined in Sec 32-103.29, of the Code of the City of Roanoke, along with the land such building is located on, shall be classified as derelict property, and shall be taxed at a rate of 10% more than the prevailing tax rate applicable to the general class of real property set forth in Sec. 32-16, of the Code of the City of Roanoke(the "Derelict Building Tax Rate'). The Blighted Property Tax Rate and the Derelict Building Tax Rate assessed against any property, shall be effective July 1 following the date the aforementioned classifications have been made to such property, and those properties shall continue to be assessed at such rates until it has been determined by the director of real estate valuation that such property no longer constitutes blighted property or a derelict building. Sec. 32-103.31—Lists to be maintained. The director of real estate valuation shall maintain a list of properties declared blighted property or a derelict building pursuant to this division, and the tax rate for each of the properties subject to such classifications. The director of real estate valuation shall remove such properties from such list upon a determination that the properties no longer constitute a blighted property or a derelict building, which determination may be based upon a declaration by the city manager or their designee. Sec. 32-103.32—Appeals. Property owners may contest a designation of property as a blighted property or a derelict building under the standard appeals process for erroneous real estate assessments, as provided in § 58.1-3980 et seq., Code of Virginia (1950) as amended. Sec. 32-103.33—Enforcement and implementation. Enforcement and oversight of this division shall be the responsibility of the director of real estate valuation. 2. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect on July 1, 2025. 3. Pursuant to Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading of this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with. ATTEST: City Clerk. City of Roanoke FY2025-2026 BUDGET STUDY May 5, 2025 W"Iluill IOW A ROANOKE Budget Timeline 18 Feb. 2025 24 Mar. 2025 17 Apr. 2025 5 May 2025 Budget Work Budget Work Community Meeting Budget Study Session (2:00pm) Session (2:00pm) (7:00pm) (9:00am) —: . : ._.. Public Hearing on Recommended Budget Work Session Community Meeting Budget & Tax Rates City Council Adopts (9:00am) (7:00pm) (7:00pm) the Budget (2:00pm) 0 3 Mar. 2025 10 Apr. 2025 21 Apr. 2025 12 May 2025 2 FY2026 Budget Development Priorities Budget Unfunded Priorities Remaining Study Agenda Meals Tax Increase Additional Funding Needs 3 FY2026 Budget Development Priorities • Stabilizing the Budget • Reduce Reliance on Vacancy • Align the budget with Actual Savings Expenditures • Address Backlog in Capital • Multi-Year, Multi-Prong Approach Replacement • Enhance Compensation ▪ HVAC/Mechanical • Electrical • Roof Replacement • Elevators 4 Unfunded Priorities Remaining • Overtime — $1 .6 million • Temporary Wages — $1 .5 million • Social Services Additional Requests — $1 .4 million • Capital Maintenance/Replacement - $24.9 million • HVAC/Mechanical & Electrical — $20.6 million • Elevators — $4.3 million 5 Meals Tax Increase • Advertised Meals Tax Increase — 2% • Incremental Revenue — $8M • Proposed Recommendation — Increase of 1 .5% • Incremental Revenue — $6M • Recommended Allocation — $6M • Operating Budget — $2M ✓ Overtime — $1 M ✓Temporary Wages — $1 M • Capital Maintenance & Replacement — $4M 6 Locality Rate Roanoke County 4.0% City of Roanoke 5.5% Salem 6.0% Botetourt County 6.0% Vinton 6.0% Meals Tax Lynchburg 6.5% Danville 6.5% Corn p arison Norfolk 6.5% Martinsville 7.0% Charlottesville 7.0% Christiansburg 7.5% Richmond 7.5% Bristol 10.0% Additional Funding Needs • Further base budget review through contract updates and service costs across departments, facilitates the reallocation of $749K to the following: • Federal Lobbyist — $150K • GRTC Operating Subsidy — $97K • Sheriff's Recidivism Program Space — $42K • Fire-EMS Pharmacy costs — $39K • Mill Mountain Zoo — $33K • Technology Capital — $388K 8 Questions ? 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BUILDING SAFETY MONTH WHEREAS, the City of Roanoke is committed to recognizing that our growth and strength depends on the safety and essential role our homes, buildings and infrastructure play, both in everyday life and when disasters strike; WHEREAS, our confidence in the resilience of these buildings that make up our community is achieved through the devotion of vigilant guardians— building safety,property maintenance and fire prevention code officials,permit center technicians, architects, engineers, builders, tradespeople, design professionals and laborers,plumbers and others in the construction industry— who work year-round to ensure the safe construction of buildings; WHEREAS, these guardians are dedicated members of the International Code Council, a nonprofit that brings together local, state, territorial, tribal and federal officials who are experts in the built environment to create and implement the highest quality codes and standards to protect us in the buildings where we live,learn, work and play; WHEREAS, modern building codes and standards include safeguards to protect the public from hazards such as hurricanes, snowstorms, tornadoes, wildland fires,floods and earthquakes;and WHEREAS, the theme for Building Safety Month 2025 is "Game On!" to remind the public about the critical role of our communities'largely unknown protectors of public safety —our code officials—who assure us of safe, sustainable and affordable buildings that are essential to our prosperity, and encourages us all to get involved and raise awareness about building safety on a personal, local and global scale. V NOW, THEREFORE, I, Joseph L. Cobb, Mayor of the City of Roanoke, Virginia, acknowledge the essential service provided to all of us in protecting lives and property, and do hereby proclaim May 2025, throughout this great, eight-time All-America City,as Building Safety Month. Given under our hands and the Seal of the City of Roanoke this 2nd day of May in the year two thousand and twenty-five. y 3 ' 4 1, Jos h L. ob , ayor ATTEST: ywixer Cecelia F.McCoy, City Clerk. . I �e b J The Mayor.: CITY F- M l rot - , . -, ---0 : - --.--i : : - 'fiat' ,3 ,,, , . . . . , _ s ... _ . . . . • _. 3 . _ ,, . 33 . . _ . NATIONAL PRESER VATION MONTH.2025 •- WHEREAS,`preservation work strengthens communities, breath[then new'life • , _ ,into neighborhoods, supports a'healthier-planet r`'and builds a , i - _ , more just and connected society ( - WHEREAS, there is-no;denyingthe role preservationists play in protecting 1 ' historic spaces while meeting the needs of communities for the present and the future, :. ' WHEREAS,. we celebrate the power of place and the Countless_ ways., big .and small, that preservation creates,and WHEREAS, Harnessing the Power of'Place" is the`-theme for National .1 Preservation Month 2025 co-sponsored by City of Roanoke and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. _ - .r '_ ,. of . NOW,'THEREFORE, I=Joseph L. Cobb, Mayor;of the `City of Roanoke, " Virginia encourage all citizens`.to recognize and participate in'this special , ,-'.'observance,and do hereby proclaim the month of May 2025:thiroughout this great eight-time All-America City,as National Preservation`Month: ,- " Given under our hands and the Seal of the City of Roanoke this fifth day;of s .., 1 May in the year two thousand and twenty.five., ' .� Jos h.L. C , - 4-.ft .: Mayor . ' � ATTEST. - r,,,-. - _ 'Cecelia F.McCoy, CMC "1 �t i aT '" City Clerk, f J 1 0 j-fice of the Mayor ROANOKE • retitle atton RESILIENCE WEEK WHEREAS, the City of Roanoke recognizes that a strong society depends on supporting the development of strong brain architecture,health and well-being of children to create a foundation for lifelong productivity and responsible, citizenship; WHEREAS,Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, are stressful or traumatic experiences, such as household violence, substance abuse, neglect, divorce, incarceration of a parent or sexual/physical assault that can disrupt the safe, stable and nurturing environments children need to thrive; ACES can cause toxic stress, which can negatively affect brain development and lead to"a lifetime of physical, mental, economic, educational, and social challenges; WHEREAS, ACEs have been linked to public health problems such as obesity, addiction, hypertension, mental illness, and shortened life expectancy; those persons having experienced four or more ACES are 500%more likely to become victims of domestic violence, 443% more likely to use illegal drugs, and 1525% more likely to attempt suicide WHEREAS, trauma-informed care is a principle-based culture change process aimed at shifting a system or community's philosophy, policies, programs and practices to be more empathetic and focused on promoting resiliency and protective factors;and WHEREAS, the Roanoke Prevention Alliance, the Resiliency Collective, and the Roanoke Valley Trauma-Informed Community Network are initiatives of community stakeholders dedicated to developing a community-wide effort to end childhood trauma by building(a) awareness around childhood and adult trauma and(b)resilience in the aftermath of trauma and(c)resilience among all citizens. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Joseph L. Cobb, Mayor of the City of Roanoke, Virginia, encourage citizens to become informed about the impacts of ACEs and toxic stress,promote prevention, healing, and resiliency in children, adults, and communities, in order,to build resilient people and stronger communities„ and do hereby proclaim the week of May 4 - 10, throughout this great eight-time All- America City, as Resilience Week. Given under our hands and the Seal of the City of Roanoke on this fifth day-of May in the year two thousand and twenty-five. A 4 "21, 7- q0462,40,'M � *° • 7' Joseph L. b,Mayor • " : ATTEST:• tv '` Cecelia F.McCoy, City Clerk Office the Mayor CITY OF ', t A1� O Froth NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS WEEK - WHEREAS,America's progress has been driven by pioneers who think big, take risks and work hard; WHEREAS, small businesses are the economic powerhouse and the heart and soul of our communities and keep America on the cutting edge as small businesses,. - are the backbone of our economy and the cornerstones of our nation's promise; WHEREAS,small business owners and Main Street businesses have energy,and a passion fir what-they do; a WHEREAS, the City of Roanoke,' Virginia,and the Roanoke City Council celebrate our local small businesses and the contributions they make to our local economy and community; - WHEREAS,according to the U.S. Small Business Administration there are 33.2 million small businesses in the United States which employ 61,7 million Americans; -- WHEREAS, when we support small businesses, jobs are created, and local - communities preserve their unique culture; WHEREAS, from the storefront shops that anchor our Roanoke. downtown - business community... to the trendy coffee shops and innovative restaurants ... to -the' unique boutiques and industrial technology solutions in our business community ... to the,manufacturing firms and retail store establishments .., and to the many varied small business types; WHEREAS, the President of the United States has proclaimed National Small _ Business Week every year since 1963 to highlight theprograms and services ,; , available to,entrepreneursthrough the U.S. Small Business Administration and - other government agencies;and ,. WHEREAS, the-City of Roanoke acknowledges, recognizes, and supports small - - businesses.arid entrepreneurs, and joins in this national effort to help America's - - - small•businesses do what they do best, generate jobs, and ensure that our ._ communities remain as vibrant tomorrow as they are today. - NOW THEREFORE,I,Joseph L. Cobb,Mayor of the City of Roanoke, Virginia, - ` - do hereby,proclaim May 4`r'through May 10th,2025,as National Small Business - Week. Given under our hands arid the Seal of the City of Roanoke this 511,'day of May in - ' the year two thousand and twenty-five.. .__ w .* Joseph L. C Mayor Office of the City Attorney ROA N O K E May 5, 2025 Title: Request to Schedule and Advertise a public hearing for Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, to consider the conveyance of Permanent and Temporary Easements to the Western Virginia Water Authority across City-Owned Property Bearing Roanoke Official Tax Map No. 2031801. Background: The Western Virginia Water Authority ("Authority") has requested the City of Roanoke ("City") convey a new permanent twenty foot (20') waterline easement, a ten foot (10') temporary construction easement, and a new variable width public sanitary sewer easement, and ten foot (10') temporary construction easement to the Authority across City-owned real estate located at 1610 Burrell Street, bearing Roanoke Official Tax Map No. 2031801, commonly known as Washington Park. All easements are approximately 20' in width. The purpose of the easements are to provide utility service by the Authority to surrounding properties. A public hearing is required pursuant to Section 15.2-1800 of the Code of Virginia before City Council may authorize the conveyance of such easements. Authorize the City Manager to schedule a public hearing in Council Chamber for Monday, May 19, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., or at such time as the matter may be heard, or at such later date and time as the City Manager may determine, regarding the proposed conveyance of a new twenty (20')waterline easement, a ten foot (10') temporary construction easement, and a new variable width public sanitary sewer easement and ten foot (10') temporary construction easement to the Authority. Recommended Action: Concur in the Request. Valmarie Turner, City Manager . LEGEND THE INTENT OF THIS EXHIBIT IS TO SHOW THE LOCATIONS OF PROPOSED EASEMENTS AND IS NOT INTENDED TO REPRESENT A PHYSICAL IMPROVEMENT 0' 60' 1'20' O EASEMENT POINT SURVEY. ALL IMPROVEMENTS OR MATTERS OF RECORD MAY NOT BE SHOWN. r—� •.DEEDED CORNER Riiiminiiiiiiiiim SS.E.-SANRARY SEWER EASEMENT SCALE: 1" = 60' 0:1-1:1 W.I.E.--WATERLINE EA�IENT x_ LINE TABLE URVE TAB[� LINE BEARING DISTANCyE CURVES RADIU5 LENGrf� I/D BEARING CHD L ENG7 DEI TA �Z L1 S8132 561E 29.44 C1 l 70.001 35.96 566'28481E 35.56' 29'2557",L2 S7530'18'E 64.25'RI L3 N74'11'35'E 25.06'L4 58058'29'E 91.97' ark L5 S81'1147"E 46.10' AS N RN ARKWASHINGTON PARKL6 S51'45'49'£' 59.56''� .' L7 5432556"W 2Z71' T.M.J2031801 -( L8 S7T'21'391E 199.44' NEW 20' — —— — \\\\\\\\ PUBLIC. WL.E. c4 3870a a r2a .--o As o-_c; P1 -Vie.-- -- - / i lb — c 25.34' TIE / I 190.26' TIE----- ® N82'01'54'W 638.98' 18.36' TIE 46.87' TIE >1 NEW VARIABLE WIDTH PUBLIC SSE ORANGE AVENUE, N. W. RTE. 460 - R/W VAR/ES �L`�A Op EASEMENT EXHIBIT FOR yr 1 WESTERN VIRGINIA a NOTES: f DRAWN BY: SHW WATER AUTHORITY 1. OWNER OF RECORD: CITY OF ROANOKE (WASHINGTON PARK) c 'Ty CHECKED BY: DSH i2 SHOWING NEW VARIABLE WIDTH 2. LEGAL REFERENCE: DEED BOOK 384, PAGE 298 - OCT. 10, 1922 C' Donald S. Haddon II 11111 ii PUBLIC SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT & 3. TAX MAP NUMBER: 2031801 Lic. No. 94054111 - 4. THIS EXHIBIT WAS PREPARED WITHOUT THE BENEFIT OF A 04-03-2025 NEW 20° PUBLIC WATERLINE EASEMENT CURRENT TITLE REPORT AND THERE MAY EXIST ENCUMBRANCES CITY OF ROSING TH(E LA O PARK)FWHICH AFFECT THE PROPERTY NOT SHOWN HEREON. <q SUg �O$ OA CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA DATED APRIL 3, 2025 JOB #04240001.00 PLANNERS/ARCHITECTS/ENGINEERS/SURVEYORS BA JEER, , SCALE: 1" = 60' ROANOKE IRICHMOND/NEW RIVER VALLEY/SHENANDOAHVALLEY &ASSOCIATES } 1208 Corporal°CYde/Roanoke.WgN1024018/Phone(540)772.8580/0uzor.Co I We5MOOdps.cor •Wegwood company 3 A 11.111=-.q Office of the City Attorney ROA N O K E May 5, 2025 Title: Request to Schedule and Advertise for a public hearing to be held on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., on Proposed City Code Amendments to Classify Blighted and Derelict Property as a Separate Classification of Property for Local Taxation. Background: Our office has been working with the Director of Real Estate Valuation in developing a proposed amendment to the City Code to create a new Division 10, Classification and Assessment of Blighted Properties and Derelict Buildings, Article II, Real Estate Taxes Generally, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke, to allow for the classification and taxation of blighted properties and derelict buildings at a higher tax rate. For the reasons stated below, and with the concurrence of the directors of the Departments of Real Estate Valuation and Planning, Building, and Development, I recommend City Council consider adoption of the attached Ordinance amending the City Code to create this new division. Section 58.1-3221.6, Code of Virginia, authorizes qualifying localities, by ordinance, to classify blighted properties and derelict buildings as a separate class of property for local taxation purposes. A qualifying locality is a locality with a score of 100 or higher on the fiscal stress index, as published by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development ("VDHCD") in July 2020. Upon a determination by the local assessor that real property constitutes a blighted property or a derelict building, localities may assess such property at a rate higher than that levied on the general class of real property. For parcels that constitute blighted property or derelict buildings, the governing body may levy a tax on such property at rates up to 5% and 10%, higher, respectively. Property owners may appeal such classification through the same process available to taxpayers under state law for correction of erroneous assessments. The City of Roanoke is a qualifying locality because it has a score of 104 on the fiscal stress index as published by the VDHCD in July 2020. The City also has a number of properties that may be considered blighted or that contain derelict buildings. Real estate is currently taxed in general at the rate of$1.22 per $100 of assessed value. Adoption of this ordinance by City Council would authorize blighted property to be assessed at the rate of$1.28 per$100 of assessed value, and derelict buildings to be assessed at the rate of$1.34 per$100 of assessed value. This higher rate will help discourage owners of blighted and derelict properties from allowing their properties to remain in that condition and encourage the sale of such properties in order that they may be developed and returned to productive use. Recommended Action: Concur in the request. Timothy Spencer, City Attorney IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA, AN ORDINANCE amending and reordaining Article II, Real Estate Taxes Generally, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, by the addition of new Division 10, Classification and assessment of blighted properties and derelict buildings; providing for an effective date, and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. 1. Article II, Real Estate Taxes Generally, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, is amended and reordained by the addition of new Division 10, Classification and assessment of blighted properties and derelict buildings; to read and provide as follows: DIVISION 10. CLASSIFICATION AND ASSESSMENT OF BLIGHTED PROPERTIES AND DERELICT BUILDINGS Sec. 32-103.28. Authority. Section 58.1-3221.6, Code of Virginia (1950) as amended, authorizes a qualifying locality to declare blighted property and derelict buildings to be a separate class of property for taxation purposes and to levy a tax on blighted properties and derelict buildings at rates different than that levied on other real property. Sec. 32-103.29. Definitions. As used in this division, the following terms shall have the following meanings: Blighted property means the same as that term is defined in §36-3, Code of Virginia (1950) as amended, encompassing any area that endangers the public health, safety or welfare; or any area that is detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare because commercial, industrial, or residential structures or improvements are dilapidated, or deteriorated or because such structures or improvements violate minimum health and safety standards. Derelict building means the same as that term is defined in § 15.2-907.1, Code of Virginia (1950) as amended, encompassing a residential or nonresidential building or structure, whether or not construction has been completed, that might endanger the public's health, safety, or welfare and for a continuous period in excess of six months, it has been (i) vacant, (ii) boarded up in accordance with the building code, and (iii) not lawfully connected to electric service from a utility service provider or not lawfully connected to any required water or sewer service from a utility service provider. Qualing locality means a locality with a score of 100 or higher on the fiscal stress index, as published by the Department of Housing and Community Development in July 2020. Sec. 32-103.30. — Classification and Assessment of blighted and derelict properties. Upon the determination of the director of real estate valuation, which may be based upon a declaration by the city manager or their designee, that real property constitutes blighted property or a derelict building, such properties shall be classified the same, and assessed as follows: (a) Blighted property, as defined in Sec 32-103.29, of the Code of the City of Roanoke, along with the land such building is located on, shall be classified as blighted property, and shall be taxed at a rate of 5% more than the prevailing tax rate applicable to the general class of real property set forth in Sec. 32-16, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (the "Blighted Property Tax Rate'). (b) A derelict building, as defined in Sec 32-103.29, of the Code of the City of Roanoke along with the land such building is located on, shall be classified as derelict property, and shall be taxed at a rate of 10% more than the prevailing tax rate applicable to the general class of real property set forth in Sec. 32-16, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (the "Derelict Property Tax Rate'). The Blighted Property Tax Rate and the Derelict Building Tax Rate shall be effective July 1 following the date the aforementioned classifications have been made and those properties shall continue to be assessed at such rates until it has been determined by the director of real estate valuation that such property no longer constitutes blighted property or a derelict building. Sec. 32-103.31—Lists to be maintained. The director of real estate valuation shall maintain a list of properties declared blighted property or a derelict building pursuant to this division, and the tax rate for each of the properties subject to such classifications. The director of real estate valuation that such properties no longer constitute either a blighted property or derelict building, which determination may be based upon a declaration by the City Manager or their designee, shall remove such properties from such list upon a determination. Sec. 32-103.32—Appeals Property owners may contest a designation of property as a blighted property or a derelict building under the standard appeal process for erroneous real estate assessments, as provided in § 58.1-3980 et seq., Code of Virginia (1950) as amended Sec. 32-103.33—Enforcement and implementation. Enforcement and oversight of this division shall be the responsibility of the director of real estate valuation. 2. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect on July 1, 2025. 3. Pursuant to Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading of this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with. ATTEST: City Clerk. ram` ��. CITY OF ROANOKE .w�!' �ti,. r� OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK /` 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Suite 456 `tx' Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 \ Telephone: (540)853-2541 —'l`- Fax: (540)853-1145 CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov Deputy City Clerk City Clerk RUTH VISUETE-PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 5, 2025 The Honorable Mayor and Members of the Roanoke City Council Roanoke, Virginia Dear Mayor Cobb and Members of Council: This is to advise that Andrew Raduly has tendered his resignation as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals, effective April 25, 2025. Sincerely, 4 Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk i mot`\ CITY OF ROANOKE -'"'", - oaf OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK • 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Suite 456 Z ° ` Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 cffp Telephone: (540)853-2541 • --= Fax: (540)853-1145 CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMG E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC City Clerk Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2025 Jennifer Sorrels Board Secretary Roanoke, Virginia Dear Ms. Sorrels: This is to advise you that Jessica Prince has qualified as a member of the Human Services Advisory Board for a term of office ending November 30, 2026. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Oath or Affirmation of Office Commonwealth of Virginia, City of Roanoke, to-wit: I, Jessica Prince, 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 of the Human Services Advisory Board for a term of office ending November 30, 2026; according to the best of my ability. (So help me God.) JESSICA PRINCE The foregoing oath of office was taken, sworn to, and subscribed before me by Jessica Prince this , day ofjvi ' 2025. Brenda S. Hamilton, Clerk of the Circuit Court B1/1(11/4-1111,(thit—beprti-Fv , Clerk J .9 ,, CITY OF ROANOKE - - OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK fr, ; i., 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Suite 456 • Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 *�` ''''.:- ,/ Telephone: (540)853-2541 Fax: (540)853-1145 CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC City Clerk Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2025 Amanda Taylor Board Secretary Roanoke, Virginia Dear Ms. Taylor: This is to advise you that Isobel O'Hare has qualified as a member of the Roanoke Public Library Board to replace Jane Field for a three-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2028. Sincerely, C: -- - Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Oath or Affirmation of Office Commonwealth of Virginia, City of Roanoke, to-wit: I, Isobel O'Hare, 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 of the Roanoke Public Library Board to replace Jane Field for a three-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028; according to the best of my ability. (So help me God.) ISOBEL 0' ARE The foregoing oath of office was taken, sworn to, and subscribed before me by Isobel O'Hare this ( ' day of th 2025. Brenda S. Hamilton, Clerk of the Circuit Court ByuW , Clerk t CITY OF ROANOKE KE '"'"D -- - OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK sAS 215 Church Avenue,S.W. Suite 456 `` ' Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 Na. = 3 . '' i Telephone: (540)853-2541 _r` Fax: (540)853-1145 CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC City Clerk Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2025 Angie O'Brien Board Secretary Roanoke, Virginia Dear Ms. O'Brien: This is to advise you that Joshua Johnson has qualified as a member of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission for a three-year term of office, commencing April 1, 2025, and ending March 31, 2028. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Oath or Affirmation of Office Commonwealth of Virginia, City of Roanoke, to-wit: I, Joshua Johnson, 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 of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission for a three- year term of office, commencing April 1, 2025 and ending March 31, 2028; according to the best of my ability. (So help me God.) I, Li, 4_4 a i',... IJOSHU '1IOH S• The foregoing oath of office was taken, sworn to, and subscribed before me by Joshua Johnson th ddday o - 2025. Brenda S. Hamilton, Clerk of the Circuit Court y , Clerk v 0 \ } CITY OF ROANOKE �''!'" '�, — OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 'Y .0i 1 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Suite 456 y 4 l? i Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 .LF-;CV Telephone: (540)853-2541 Fax: (540)853-1145 CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC City Clerk Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2025 Molly Hunter Board Secretary Roanoke, Virginia Dear Ms. Hunter: This is to advise you that Nadirah Wright has qualified as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates for a term of office ending September 30, 2026. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Oath or Affirmation of Office Commonwealth of Virginia, City of Roanoke, to-wit: I, Nadirah Wright, 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 of the Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates for a term of office ending September 30, 2026; according to the best of my ability. (So help me God.) NADIRAH WRI The foregoing oath of office was taken, sworn to, and subscribed before me by Nadirah Wright this Jday of,-Ir't- 2025. Brenda S. Hamilton, Clerk of the Circuit Court By -171L171(1/1 thtenCio IA 11/Clerk c-I6te, Remarks to City Council Regarding Real Estate Tax Increases (by David Garland, city resident, May 5, 2025) Thank you. I'm here today to share concern about the City's lack of honesty with the public about real estate tax rates and the proposed increase, and raise a question of whether the public hearing was improperly held at the same time as the budget hearing. I suspect you all are aware of what I'm going to share, so I'm here moreso for the benefit of the press, and those watching here today and at home. At the public hearing on April 21, and in other public statements, members of Council and the city attorney have stated there is no proposal to increase the real estate tax rate, and dismissed the resolution to do so as a formality. Mayor Cobb stated "there is not a proposal to increase the tax rate." Mr. Spencer stated "any time our revenue increases by 1% or more,then we are required by code to advertise it as a tax increase even though the tax rate is remaining the same." That simply is not true, and it is deceptive. Code provision 58.1-3321 subsection A states that the locality SHALL reduce its rate if real estate tax revenue increases over 1%. It is mandatory. It's a done deal for the future rate. That's the starting point of what state law says and requires in subsection A. An option is then presented in the next section, that the locality may "increase the rate above the reduced rate required in subsection A if any such increase is deemed to be necessary by such governing body." In that case, public advertisement and a public hearing is required to "increase the rate". You're not required to advertise the rate and hold a hearing because of a change in tax revenue. You're required because you are seeking to raise the future rate over the lower tax rate that would otherwise be required by state law. And you want to raise the rate because you want more of the residents' tax money to spend. If the rate were going to be the same,there would be no need to adopt a resolution to "increase the rate." The rate is to become, at most, $1.13 per $100.00 of value,unless you vote to raise it. If you approve the resolution, you WILL be voting for a real estate tax increase, as a matter of law, and as a matter of fact,both as to the rate, and as to the resulting revenue. But the trickery did its job. WDBJ covered the public hearing by reporting that "the tax rate will not increase." WSLS headlined, "Tax Rate is Not Set to Increase," and wrote that some present were "confused" in thinking that a real estate tax rate change was proposed. I came prepared to speak against any increase, but after Mayor Cobb's and Mr. Spencer's comments, found myself feeling confused... by their deception. But I was NOT "confused." There IS an increase in play because the rate would have to become $1.13 or less unless you approve setting the upcoming rate to increase to $1.22. The headlines should have read, "Tax Rates Going Down, Council May Vote to Raise It." With the tax rate set to become $1.13 or less, I strongly oppose the proposal to instead set it at $1.22. The reduction required by state law is designed to protect property owners from sudden increases in valuation and bring candor and equity to the process. Valuations go up, the rate comes down by law, and the result is that the revenue stays about the same. And that is what should happen now, instead of selfishly and unfairly seeking to take the windfall and raise taxes by raising the upcoming rate to 1.22 per 100.00 from what it would otherwise be, which is 1.13 or less. • There are a lot of problems with real estate taxes generally. Among other things, it disregards the owner's personal equity in the property. And even if there is equity in the home, the owner might be cash-poor, finding it difficult to have the cash on hand to pay the taxes due regularly amid supporting a family, paying student loans, keeping a vehicle running, saving for retirement, etc. It also contributes to higher rents. Roanoke City has the highest real estate tax rates in the region, even after the rate drop initially required by law. As I've noted before, what the city needs to do is reduce its budget and narrow its scope. It will also make the City more competitive among neighboring jurisdictions. It is also important to remember that government and taxation are coercive. It does not operate on prayers or consent, but rather the coercive force of law.Keeping taxes lower is not just about money. It is about people being able to make their own choices and direct their resources to support their own values, charities, and causes. I'd like to close by returning to my concerns about your handling of the proposed real estate tax INCREASE for the upcoming year, and draw attention to paragraph B of Code Section 58.1- 3321(B). It states that the governing body may increase the rate above the statutorily required reduced rate after public hearing, and states further that the hearing "shall not be held at the same time as the annual budget hearing." I may be incorrect, but it seems like that provision may not have been met. I invite your comment on whether you held the public hearing on adopting the rate of$1.22 per$100 at the same time as the annual budget hearing on April 21. Thank you �►, 61Sdth Year after year during my time as a member of Roanoke City Council I was amazed at the number of applications we received for appointments to the school board from well-qualified, competent, conscientious, and committed citizens. One of the reasons they applied was that they could see the opportunity to serve on the school board with other well-qualified, competent, conscientious, committed members of our community. They knew that, unlike members of school boards in other cities around Virginia, they would not have to engage in a battle with City Council every year to get the funds necessary to provide a high-quality education for the students in our schools, because City Council used a funding formula. They knew that they would be reappointed if they wanted to serve another term if they continued to demonstrate their commitment to Roanoke City Public Schools. They knew that they would not have to rush to spend all their budget before the end of the fiscal year, because City Council allowed them to maintain a fund balance. Now, I read that you may require the school board to return all or part of its unspent dollars to ensure adequate salary increases for City staff. With level funding and uncertainty about the fund balance, how much of a salary increase 1 will our teachers receive? If you tell me I must return unspent money next week, why wouldn't I be sure to spend all of it this week? Sadly, I hear that you may not be willing to reappoint school board members who have the audacity to speak out for what they believe is right. As you well know, we have serious problems in our nation right now because too many members of Congress are unwilling to speak out for what they know is right if it might mean they risk losing their next election to a candidate who is willing to play "follow the leader." I am sure that you do not want that for Roanoke. With no funding formula and no assurance of maintaining a fund balance, will you still get applications from well-qualified, competent, conscientious, committed citizens? Perhaps you will receive applications from people who are willing, maybe even eager, to meet you in an annual battle royale. You might even finally create the incentive for citizens who want an elected school board to get the required number of signatures on petitions. Then you will have no control over who serves on the school board and may very well end up with members who have personal agendas that do not align with the vision of Roanoke City Council and Roanoke City Public Schools. I can't say that you must continue to use a funding formula of 40 percent. I can say that you need a formula, you need to stick to it, and you need to continue the policy regarding a fund balance for our schools. Please think about what you are doing and remember that it is never too late to do the right thing. IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA The 5th day of May 2025. No. 43181-050525. A RESOLUTION approving the recommendation of the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee to approve the annual operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 for the operation of the regional government and educational access station, Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV, Channel 3), and for the City to provide partial funding. WHEREAS, the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee (Committee) has reviewed and approved the annual operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 for the operation of RVTV and has requested that the City of Roanoke approve that operating budget; WHEREAS, the Committee is comprised of representatives from the City of Roanoke, Roanoke County, and the Town of Vinton and these jurisdictions have agreed to provide funding for the purposes for which the Committee was created, including the support of the operation of a regional government and educational access station, RVTV; WHEREAS, such jurisdictions have agreed to provide funding as stated in the agreement creating the Committee and the Committee has recommended that the City of Roanoke provide partial funding to RVTV in the amount of$313,933; and WHEREAS, Council desires to approve the recommendation of the Committee and provide partial funding as requested by the Committee. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Roanoke as follows: 1. The annual budget of$627,365 for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 for the operation of the regional government and regional educational access station, RVTV, as set forth in a letter to this Council dated April 10, 2025, is hereby approved. 2. The amount of$313,933 will be provided by the City of Roanoke as its prorata share for the annual operational budget for RVTV for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 as requested in the letter to this Council dated April 10, 2025. ATTEST: City Clerk. RVTV Civic Media , for the Roanoke Valley • •" �` a-41 �` •" Subject: FY2026 RVTV Budget •o April 3, 2025 The Honorable Joseph L. Cobb Mayor and Members of City Council Roanoke, Virginia Dear Mayor Cobb and Members of City Council, Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV) is a civic media resource serving the City of Roanoke, Roanoke County,Town of Vinton, and their respective school systems since 1993. RVTV has provides government and educational media services for the three localities, and distributes content via cablecast, live-stream, social media and on-demand. Programming is cablecast locally on Cox Cable Channel 3, Comcast Channel 3 and Shentel/Glofiber Channel 7. RVTV is also live streamed on RVTV.org, and available on-demand through multiple social media outlets. In calendar year 2024, RVTV facilitated the recording, directing and live streaming of 51 Roanoke City Council meetings or briefings, 5 web streamed meetings/events, produced 10 podcasts and a total of 253 unique media projects for the City of Roanoke or City Public Schools, including 1,200 finished minutes of produced media. A few highlights include: recurring series such as Noke News, Council Catchup and Biz Roanoke, as well as special projects like recruiting promotions, press events, Fire-EMS public information updates, parks and recreation event coverage,transportation division communications, arts council features, police department community outreach, and school superintendent communications. On April 3, 2025,the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee approved the operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026 (attached) in the amount of$622,692. Based on the City's proportion of population as defined by the most recent US Census,the City of Roanoke's share of the operating budget (50.04%) will be $311,595. I'm pleased to report that our budget this year remains flat from the previous FY. This year's budget is inclusive of all expenses such as equipment,Jefferson Center rent, operating costs, and staff salaries. RVTV's capital and equipment budget is provided separately through cable franchise agreements. As the Director of Roanoke Valley Television, I am pleased to respond to any questions or comments you may have with regard to the proposed RVTV operating budget for FY2026. Sincerely, Scott D. Ramsburg CC: Susie McCoy, Clerk to Roanoke City Coucil Director, Roanoke Valley Television Valmarie Turner, City Manager Angela O'Brien,Assistant City Manager Laura Carini,Assistant City Attorney Trinity Kaseke, Budget Coordinator Terry McGuire,City Council Representative to Roanoke Regional Cable Television Committee Shawn Nowlin,Citizen Representative to Roanoke Regional Cable Television Committee Carol Corbin,Staff Representative to the Roanoke Regional Cable Television Committee RVTV.org / Civic Media for the Roanoke Valley . •• .• •.~� �" . ., Making our community stronger, more engaged, and better informed! • �!,r_0 � '•�: To: Roanoke Regional Cable Television Committee Re: FY 2026 RVTV Operating Budget From: Scott Ramsburg,Director Date: 4/3/25 BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV) is a civic media resource serving the City of Roanoke, Roanoke County, Town of Vinton, and their respective school systems. Since 1993, RVTV has provided government and educational media services for the three localities, and distributes video content via cablecast, live-stream, social media and on-demand. RVTV is located at the Jefferson Center(541 Luck Ave. SW). The operational budget for RVTV is provided by the three local governments, and it is funded through the Virginia Communications Sales and Use Tax Revenue paid by telecommunications operators such as Cox Communications and Shentel/GloFiber, as well as the EG fee paid by customers to each locality. Primary functions of RVTV are as follows: • Government Meetings & Remote Live Coverage In 2024, RVTV facilitated the recording, directing and live streaming of(91)government meetings including: (30) Roanoke county Board meetings(51) Roanoke City Council Meetings and (10) special event social media event live streams. • Creative Media Production RVTV produces original media content for the municipalities we serve. In 2024, RVTV carried out 476 unique projects including 2,215 minutes (37 hours)of finished video. • Short-form Video: Productions that are typically 30 seconds to 10 minutes in length, suitable for use on social media and general public communications efforts. • Graphic& Print Design: RVTV offers custom creation of digital graphics, and limited print production such as postcards, flyers and brochures. • Podcasts: RVTV offers a podcast studio for the use of our partners to record monthly content, which our staff typically edits into 30-60 minute long productions. • Archival Photo/Video/Drone& Event Documentation: Includes documentation of municipal events, as well as the capture of file video, aerial drone video, and still photography for future use. • Long-form Video: Productions that are typically 11 to 30 minutes in length. This may include recurring programs (quarterly/monthly)or stand-alone long-form productions by request. • Distribution - Live Stream 24/7 Video Feed o RVTV Website www.RVTV.org/live o Cox Cable-Channel 3 o Comcast Cable—Channel 3 o Shentel/GloFiber Cable—Channel 7 • Distribution—On Demand via Social Media o RVTV YouTube www.youtube.com/RoanokeValleyTV o RVTV Facebook www.facebook.com/RoanokeValleyTelevision o RVTV Instagram www.instagram.com/roanokevalleytelevision/ o RVTV X www.X.com/RoanokeValleyTV 1 FISCAL IMPACT: On January 1, 2007, the Virginia Communications Sales and Use Tax Act of 2006 (Va. Code 58.1-645 et seq.) required cable television providers to pay a five percent (5%) sales or use tax to the Commonwealth of Virginia in place of paying franchise fees to the localities, including the City of Roanoke, County of Roanoke, and Town of Vinton. Under the Act, the Commonwealth pays the amount of revenues it receives from cable television providers, like Cox and Shentel/GloFiber, to the localities. Additionally, each locality passes an EG fee of$0.20 per subscriber to be used in support of PEG programming. The operational budget for RVTV is provided by the three local governments, and it is funded through the Virginia Communications Sales and Use Tax Revenue and EG fees communications providers. The RVTV budget amount paid by each locality is based on US Census Population Data for each partner government. Locality US Census Population(2024) Percentage City of Roanoke 97,171 50.04% Roanoke County(excl.Vinton) 88,980 45.82% Town of Vinton 8,043 4.14% FY 2026 Operating Revenues Roanoke County is the fiscal agent for Roanoke Valley Television, and RVTV team members are included in the County's payroll and benefits system. Personnel expenses represent approximately 80% of our budget, and remain virtually flat for FY 2026 due to staff members moving to a spouse's insurance plan. Increases to the non-personnel are largely seen in the computer software budget line, due to increases from vendors and new fees for service added by our fiscal agent Roanoke County. Overall, requested operating revenues are nearly flat from the previous fiscal year. This finalized budget has been approved and recommended by the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee as of April 3, 2025 Locality FY23 Budget FY24 Budget FY25 Budget FY 26 Budget I. City $243,746 $297,033 $311,582 $311,595 County $215,070 $266,085 $282,991 $285,317 Vinton $19,117 $24,077 $25,614 $25,779 From Surplus $27,066 $0 $0 $0 TOTAL $505,000 $587,254 $620,187 $622,692 2 RVTV OPERATING BUDGET FY 26- FULL EXPENDITURES BY GL REV. 3/13/25 PROJECTIONS FROM ROCO RVTV PERSONNEL FY2025 FY2026• 101010 Regular $366,700.00 $374,035.00 202100 FICA-Employer Contribution $28,054.00 $28,614.00 202200 Retirement-VRS $66,576.00 $67,732.00 202300 Group Health Insurance $52,426.00 $37,692.00 202310 Group Dental Insurance $1,764.00 $1,187.00 202400 Life Insurance-VRS $4,914.00 $4,414.00 202500 Long Term Disability Insurance $1,082.00 $834.00 202750 VRS Retiree Health Credit '$1,099.00 $1,122.00 202840 Deferred Comp Match $1,950.00 $2,600.00 PERSONNEL TOTAL: ,$524,565.00 $518,230.00 'Includes 2%COLA.Overall Reduction due to employees moving to spouse insurance RVTV NON-PERSONNEL FY2025 Fr2026 change: 202810 Cash-In FLP Option(Estimate) $6,000.00 $6,000.00 Flat 320001 Contracted Repairs $1,000.00 _ $1,000.00 Flat 330005 Maint&Service-(Tele,Security,Web) $3,000.00 $3,000.00 Flat 520030 Telephone(land lines) $300.00 _ $0.00 Reduced 520033 Internet Lines $7,440.00 $7,812.00 Slight Increase 520035 Cell Phones and Pager Services $1,320.00 $1,320.00 Flat 530008 General Liability Insurance $2,550.00 $2,550.00 Flat 540010 Lease and Rent $58,887.00 $60,655.00 Slight Increase 550001 Travel-Mileage $1,200.00 $1,200.00 Flat 550040 Conferences,Training&Education $2,000.00 $2,000.00 Flat 580001 Dues&Association Memberships $325.00 _ $325.00 Flat 580003 Professional Certifications $150.00 $150.00 Flat 601010 General Office Supplies $600.00 $600.00 Flat 601013 Supplies&Small Equipment $1,500.00 $1,500.00 Flat 608080 Gas,Oil&Grease $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Flat 609091 Garage Tires and Parts Allocation $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Flat 611030 Uniforms $350.00 _ $350.00 Flat 650009 Computer Software(Less than$5,0001 $7,000.00 $14,000.00 Increase 850040 Misc.Capital Costs $0.00 $0.00 Capital NON PERSONNEL TOTAL: $95,622 $104,462 RVTV COMBINED BUDGET FY2025 FY2026 POPULATION TOTAL OPERATING BUDGET $620,187 $622,692 US CENSUS 23 ESTIMATES City of Roanoke(97,171) $311,582 $311,595 50.04% Roanoke Co.(88,980 excl.Vinton) $282,991 $285,317 45.82% Town of Vinton(8,043) $25,614 $25,779 4.14% 3 Capital and Reserve Budgets—Projecting for July 1,2025 The Capital Budget is appropriated by Regional Cable Television Committee vote as needed,following the 10-year capital plan laid out by RVTV's director. Cable Grants represent capital and equipment funds provided through past franchise agreements.The Operating Reserve is a rollover account representing unused funds from the Operating Budget from previous years. Committee policies recommend a target balance of the operating reserve of 20%. PROJECTED C817-9602 (Salem Cable TV Grant) $21,892 PROJECTED C817-9603 (Cox Cable Capital Equipment Grant) $57,000 PROJECTED C817-9604 (Operating Reserve) APPENDIX Summary of Completed Projects-Calendar Year 2024: Service Value - Past Calendar Year 476 unique projects ® Creative Media Production 2,215 minutes 437 haursi Estimated at$890 per finished minute,production• $1,772. ,t nk=etiag aeet agf l3 tour;,af, eh Live Meetings tstitmt 133 Aerial Photograptr, el Drone and Photography Services 43 Stitt Photography Shoots Estimated at$300 per hour event,production value 552,800 tt unique pra}eels mil Graphic Design and Animation Services Estimates at$500 per project,production value is$5,500 ti Total Estimated Service Value - $1,921,300 Project Distribution: 111 RECREATION OUR �LRVICL BUSINESS Vie EDUCATION 4 ..„. • Rv T V er „.. ..,, . _._. . ,.,.. .°ray. . ,, .,•�• Civic Media 4 <Y3F 40, m . w'' :.# 2025 Year in Review i .,....,„.,.. ..,.„,,,,, . ..�. :� .., �� ,: FY 2026 Bud et �7' ...N.7 `$- i\r t t Tom. 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AN ORDINANCE directing the City Treasurer to refund Fleetmaster Express, Inc. ("Taxpayer"), the principal amount of$237,253.88, together with interest at the rate of 10% from the date such taxes were paid, as a result of the erroneous assessment of certain taxes. WHEREAS, Section 58.1-3981, Code of Virginia, provides that upon certification by the Commissioner of Revenue, with the consent of the City Attorney, City Council shall direct the City Treasurer to refund any excess amounts previously paid by a taxpayer as a result of an erroneous assessment,regardless of fault; WHEREAS, Taxpayer is a business engaged in the business of providing non-emergency and emergency medical transportation, including air ambulance transportation, and as a result of an erroneous assessment of certain taxes through no fault of the Commissioner of Revenue, overpaid the City Treasurer the principal amount of$237,253.88 in certain taxes; and WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Revenue, together with the consent of the City Attorney and the Director of Finance, has certified that such payment was made by Taxpayer due to an erroneous assessment, and recommends that City Council adopt this ordinance directing the City Treasurer to refund Taxpayer the principal amount of$237,253.88, together with interest at the rate of ten percent(10%) from the date such taxes were paid. NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that: 1. The City Treasurer is hereby directed to refund Fleetmaster Express, Inc., the principal amount of$237,253.88, together with interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) from the date such taxes were paid, as a result of the erroneous assessment of certain taxes. 2. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading of this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with. ATTEST: .., -----., : 0.-teLea .-4-4 cfYI - — COT City Clerk. ,_ _• -- .--- - .. . ..., _. . -....- , PPIITew.,giaq Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue ROAN O KE May 5, 2025 Title: Refund of Erroneously Assessed Taxes Previously Paid by Fleetmaster Express, Inc. Background: As background, Section 58.1-3981, Code of Virginia, provides that upon certification by the Commissioner of Revenue and the.City Attorney, City Council is required to direct the City Treasurer to refund any amounts previously paid by a taxpayer as a result of an erroneous assessment. Under applicable law, a refund is required to be issued with interest at the rate of 10% regardless of whether the error was the fault of the taxpayer or the assessing official. The Taxpayer filed an appeal with the Commissioner of Revenue for a refund of certain taxes it previously paid the City Treasurer as a result of an erroneous assessment due to no fault of the Commissioner of Revenue. The Commissioner of Revenue and my office have reviewed the appeal andthe information submitted by the Taxpayer in support of its appeal and found the refund to be proper and in order. I previously submitted a copy of the certification authorizing the refund to the Taxpayer endorsed by the Commissioner or Revenue, Director of Finance and myself to each of you under separate cover. Due to confidentiality of the taxpayer information contained therein which is protected from disclosure pursuant to Section 58.1-3, Code of Virginia, this certification is not being enclosed with this report. Recommended Action: For the aforementioned reasons, I recommend that City Council adopt the attached ordinance directing the City Treasurer to refund the Taxpayer the principal amount of$237,253.88, together with interest at the rate of 10% from the date such taxes were paid, as a result of the erroneous assessment of taxes, pursuant to Section 58.1-3981, Code of Virginia. Ryan LaFountain, Commissioner Of The Revenue IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE,VIRGINIA The 5th day of May 2025. No. 43183-050525. AN ORDINANCE directing the City Treasurer to refund Agastya Khayal LLC ("Taxpayer"), the principal amount of$42,631.77, together with interest at the rate of 10% from the date such taxes were paid, as a result of the erroneous assessment of certain taxes. WHEREAS, Section 58.1-3981, Code of Virginia, provides that upon certification by the Commissioner of Revenue, with the consent of the City Attorney, City Council shall direct the City Treasurer to refund any excess amounts previously paid by a taxpayer as a result of an erroneous assessment, regardless of fault; WHEREAS, Taxpayer is a business engaged in the business of providing non-emergency and emergency medical transportation, including air ambulance transportation, and as a result of an erroneous assessment of certain taxes through no fault of the Commissioner of Revenue, overpaid the City Treasurer the principal amount of$42,631.77 in certain taxes; and WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Revenue, together with the consent of the City Attorney and the Director of Finance, has certified that such payment was made by Taxpayer due to an erroneous assessment, and recommends that City Council adopt this ordinance directing the City Treasurer to refund Taxpayer the principal amount of$42,631.77, together with interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) from the date such taxes were paid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that: 1. The City Treasurer is hereby directed to refund Agastya Khayal LLC, the principal amount of$42,631.77, together with interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) from the date such taxes were paid, as a result of the erroneous assessment of certain taxes. 2. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading of this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with. ATTEST: A -' ect �` e City Clerk. -Aim&' Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue ROA N O K E May 5, 2025 Title: Refund of Erroneously Assessed Taxes Previously Paid by Agastya Khayal LLC. Background: As background, Section 58.1-3981, Code of Virginia, provides that upon certification by the Commissioner of Revenue and the City Attorney, City Council is required to direct the City Treasurer to refund any amounts previously paid by a taxpayer as a result of an erroneous assessment. Under applicable law, a refund is required to be issued with interest at the rate of 10% regardless of whether the error was the fault of the taxpayer or the assessing official. The Taxpayer filed an appeal with the Commissioner of Revenue for a refund of certain taxes it previously paid the City Treasurer as a result of an erroneous assessment due to no fault of the Commissioner of Revenue. The Commissioner of Revenue and my office have reviewed the appeal and the information submitted by the Taxpayer in support of its appeal and found the refund to be proper and in order. I previously submitted a copy of the certification authorizing the refund to the Taxpayer endorsed by the Commissioner or Revenue, Director of Finance and myself to each of you under separate cover. Due to confidentiality of the taxpayer information contained therein which is protected from disclosure pursuant to Section 58.1-3, Code of Virginia, this certification is not being enclosed with this report. Recommended Action: For the aforementioned reasons, I recommend that City Council adopt the attached ordinance directing the City Treasurer to refund the Taxpayer the principal amount of$42,631.77, together with interest at the rate of 10% from the date such taxes were paid, as a result of the erroneous assessment of taxes, pursuant to Section 58.1-3981, Code of Virginia. Ryan LaFountain, Commissioner Of The Revenue CITY OF ROANOKE ROANOKE ; * CITY COUNCIL .. FY2025 March _�r . , , . ' ' " , _ :- .r : ;7: : I —• . Monthly Financial Report -a d ... • 1 . (Unaudited) e lh !!!.i'',16.n d r . —7 .. May 5, 2025 _ s a r - D 'd. • _p.. * / i is , '• a_; •n. . w.411biaaatidigt ! IIIWII*k;: ROANOKL FY24 Actual YTD(Prior FY 25 Adopted Budget,May FY25 Current Budget %of Budget Year Council Report) 2024 With Amendments FY25 Actual YTD Achieved Revenue - -General Property Taxes ;; wm S u m m a Ty Real Estate Tax 97,675,703 122,220,000 122,220,000 88,918,297 72.8% Real Estate Tax District 912,971 1,151,000 1,151,000 854,968 74.3% Personal Property Tax 4,512,880 32,755,000 32,755,000 3,508,968 10.7% Publ c Service Tx 5,382,763 6,264,000 6,264,000 6,108,108 97.5% 1_,o ca 1 Penalties and Interest 1,740,458 3,180,000 3,180,000 2,028,502 63.8% Taxes Other Local Taxes Sales Tax 1% 16,512,619 29,862,000 29,862,000 17,203,930 57.6% MarchConsumer Utility Tax 6,124,443 8,983,000 8,983,000 6,982,629 77.7% Cigarette Tax 1,086,635 1,452,000 1,452,000 1,131,034 77.9% Recordation and Probate Taxes 808,732 1,701,000 1,701,000 887,359 52.2% 2025 3 Business&Occupational Licenses 15,729,011 17,412,000 17,412,000 16,728,309 96.1% Franchise Fees 111,912 400, 400,000 241,523 60.4% unaudited Transient Occupancy 3,623 872 5 825,0 000 5,825,000 3,638,076 62.5% Motor Vehicle License 815,994 2,979,000 2,979,000 712,950 23.9% Admissions 799,613 1,097,000 1,097,000 816,462 74.4% Prepared Foods and Beverage 13,988,156 22,250,000 22,250,000 14,468,148 65.0% Bank Stock Taxes 24,990 1,842,000 1,842,000 7,971 0.4% Communications Tax 2,668,221 4,320,000 4,320,000 2,282,146 52.8% LOCAL TAX TOTAL Airrillikilltel .1111111 ROANOKE FY24 Actual YTD(Prior FY 25 Adopted Budget,May FY25 Current Budget %of Budget Year Council Report) 2024 With Amendments FY25 Actual YTD Achieved Reve n u e Permits,Fees,and Licences I 2,032,963 2,496,000 1 2,496,000 J r 1,556,151 62.3 Su m m a ry Fines and Forfeitures 522,638 _ 717,000 717,000 500,513 69.8% Non_ Revenue From Use of Money&Property 3,303,741 1,750,000 1,750,000 3,157,373 180.4% Grants-in-Aid Commonwealth 53,824,606 88,888,000 90,103,339 56,319,161 62.5% I..ocal Grants-In-Aid Federal Government - - - - N/A Taxes, Charges for Services 12,735,168 20,503,000 20,503,000 12,081,250 58.9% MarchMiscellaneous Revenue 688,543 851,000 851,000 781,879 91.9% 2025,- Operating 27,563 38,000 38,000 48,509 127.7% unaudited Non-Operating 1,452,505 - - - N/A Miscellaneous 110,561 170,000 170,000 119,612 70.4% NON-LOCAL TAX TOTAL D8,287 15,413 116,628,339 i It.. GRAND TOTAL E m '' -*"' 2 ROANOKE Expenditure Summary - March 2025 unaudited • Target 9 FY 25 Adopted Budget, FY 25 Current Budget With Months FY 24 Actual YTD May 2024 Amendments FY 25 Actual YTD %ofBudget 8.3%/mo Non-Departmental $ 87,091,643 $ 137,189,321 $ 139,535,670 $ 95,715,413 68.6% 74.7% Public Safety 66,649,564 87,676,511 88,786,268 69,424,190 78.2% 74.7% Health and Welfare 36,338,970 49,285,841 49,329,760 40,405,115 81.9% 74.7% Public Works 27,359,068 36,790,410 28,565,843 18,797,059 65.8% 74.7% General Government 26,500,909 32,093,188 42,894,526 29,433,406 68.6% 74.7% Parks,Recreation and Cultural 8,598,851 13,083,112 13,025,779 9,666,417 74.2% 74.7% Community Development 7,445,052 10,926,919 10,944,358 6,759,180 61.8% 74.7% Judicial Administration 8,477,712 12,060,698 12,094,416 9,539,066 78.9% 74.7% Total General Fund Expenditures $ 268,461,769 $ 379,106,000 $ 385,176,620 $ 279,739,846 72.6% 74.7% 3 4001111V AI (0.)ANt)K( Public Safety Category FY24 FY25 FY25 FY25 % of Target Adopted Budget, May Current Budget 9 Months Actual YTD 2024 With Amendments Actual YTD Budget 8.3%/mo Public Safety 3111-Police -Administration $ 2,281,114 $ 4,372,432 $ 4,372,432 2,347,908 53.7% 74.7% 3112-Police - Investigation 2,110,749 2,351,240 2,351,240 2,706,510 115.1% 74.7% 3113-Police - Patrol 13,727,606 18,889,107 18,889,107 14,435,868 76.4% 74.7% 3114-Police - Services 851,723 2,362,718 2,362,718 1,598,738 67.7% 74.7% 3115-Police -Training 410,183 505,079 505,079 537,385 106.4% 74.7% 3117-Police - Reset 66,135 211,285 211,285 85,712 40.6% 74.7% 3211-Fire -Administration 753,863 1,046,790 1,046,790 1,047,777 100.1% 74.7% 3212-Fire - Support 1,795,925 2,354,673 2,324,673 2,231,738 96.0% 74.7% 3213-Fire -Operations 18,826,603 24,865,021 24,720,021 20,349,826 82.3% 74.7% 3310-Jail 17,332,958 19,796,005 19,796,005 15,815,570 79.9% 74.7% 3320-VJCCCA TRUANCY INTERVENTION 91,734 138,777 138,777 112,764 81.3% 74.7% 3330-Outreach Detention 261,088 410,465 410,465 321,707 78.4% 74.7% 3350-Youth Haven I 66,898 261,094 261,094 129,076 49.4% 74.7% IP 3370-Vjccca Substance Abuse Services 53,581 122,410 122,410 55,968 72.7% 74.7% 3412-Development Services 1,566,717 2,826,359 2,826,359 2,055,891 72.7% 74.7% 3520-Emergency Management 200,985 204,437 204,437 210,569 103.0% 74.7% 3530-Police -Animal Control 1,637,925 2,557,820 2,557,820 1,873,813 73.3% 74.7% 4130-E911 Center 2,595,064 3,797,692 3,797,692 2,545,471 67.0% 74.7% 4131-E911 Wireless 133,330 854,874 854,874 280,548 32.8% 74.7% 4170-Radio Technology 310,097 584,159 584,159 415,734 71.2% 74.7%; 4180-E911/Va811 Shared Expenses 247,955 448,831 448,831 265,616 59.2% 74.7%i Total General Fund Expenditures $ 65,322,233 $ 88,961,268 $ 88,786,268 $ 69,424,190 I 78.2% Overtime and Temp Wages, all Public r' llOA N()K(. Safety Units FY25 FY2S FY 25 Actual Target Adopted Current Budget as a%of Budget,May With FY 25 Actual $Under Current 9 Months FY 24 Actual YTD 2024 Amendments YTD (Over) Budget Budget 8.3%/mo Overtime and Temp Wages 3111-Police-Administration 51003-Overtime Wages $ 60,766 $ 2,388 $ 2,388 $ 81,090 $ (78,702) 3395.7% 74.7% 3111-Police-Administration 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 32,669 38,000 38,000 - 38,000 100.0% 74.7% 3112-Police-Investigation 51003-Overtime Wages 374,303 126,758 126,758 379,707 (252,949) 299.6% 74.7% 3112-Police-Investigation 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 168,665 116 116 110,692 (110,576) 95424.4% 74.7% 3113-Police-Patrol 51003-Overtime Wages 1,073,903 410,548 410,548 1,429,348 (1,018,800) 348.2% 74.7% 3113-Police-Patrol 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 87,324 - - 70,533 (70,533) 74.7% 3114-Police-Services 51003-Overtime Wages 12,836 29,063 29,063 33,248 (4,185) 114.4% 74.7% 3114-Police-Services 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 8,693 71,739 71,739 25,935 45,804 36.2% 74.7% 3115-Police-Training 51003-Overtime Wages 21,081 6,172 6,172 38,995 (32,823) 631.8% 74.7% 3115-Police-Training 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 15,987 - - 25,906 (25,906) 74.7% 3211-Fire-Administration 51003-Overtime Wages 6,585 - - 42,875 (42,875) 74.7% 3211-Fire-Administration 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 53,362 71,380 71,380 53,276 18,104 74.6% 74.7% 3212-Fire-Support 51003-Overtime Wages 116,796 60,288 60,288 126,393 (66,105) 209.6% 74.7% 3212-Fire-Support 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 25,698 13,197 13,197 25,491 (12,294) 193.2% 74.7% 3213-Fire-Operations 51003-Overtime Wages 993,271 201,393 201,393 1,239,109 (1,037,716) 615.3% 74.7% 3213-Fire-Operations 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 284,419 255,732 255,732 217,444 38,288 85.0% 74.7% 3310-Jail 51003-Overtime Wages 897,330 133,806 133,806 1,005,102 (871,296) 751.2% 74.7% 3310-Jail 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 33,378 - - 36,899 (36,899) 74.7% 3330-Outreach Detention 51004-Temporary Employee Wages 20,888 40,640 40,640 27,683 12,958 68.1% 74.7% 3412-Development Services 51003-Overtime Wages 4,711 389 389 12,906 (12,517) 3317.7% 74.7% 3520-Emergency Management 51003-Overtime Wages 3,135 - - 3,737 (3,737) 74.7% 3530-Police-Animal Control 51003-Overtime Wages 27,057 5,253 5,253 22,683 (17,430) 431.8% 74.7% 4130-E911 Center 51003-Overtime Wages 136,681 100,835 100,835 147,719 (46,884) 146.5% 74.7% 4131-E911 Wireless 51003-Overtime Wages 19,896 34,534 34,534 23,940 10,594 69.3% 74.7% 4170-Radio Technology 51003-Overtime Wages 15,174 17,750 17,750 19,563 (1,813) 110.2% 74.7% 4,494,607.84 $ 1,619,981 $ 1,619,981 $ 5,200,275 $ (3,580,294) 321.0% Thank you and any Questions? IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA The 5th day of May 2025. No. 43184-050525. AN ORDINANCE authorizing the acceptance of the Unlocking Capital on Main Street Program grant made to the City of Roanoke ("City") by the National Main Street Center; appropriating 2024-2025 Grant Funds; authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute any necessary documents necessary to accept such Grant; and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke as follows: 1. The City of Roanoke does hereby accept the Unlocking Capital on Main Street Program grant made to the City by the National Main Street Center, in the amount of$70,000, with no local match required, as more particularly described in the City Manager's Report dated May 5, 2025. 2. The City Manager or designee is hereby authorized to execute and file, on behalf of the City, any necessary documents to accept the grant, in a form approved by the City Attorney. 3. The City Manager or designee is further directed to furnish such additional information as may be required in connection with the City's acceptance of this grant. 4. The following sections of the 2024-2025 Grant Fund Appropriations be, and the same are hereby, amended and re-ordained to read and provide as follows: Grant Fund Appropriations: Fees for Professional Services 235-8120-0000-52010-400150 $70,000 Revenues: Third Party Revenues- 235-8120-0000-40125-400150 $70,000 National Main Street Center 5. Pursuant to Section 12 of the Charter of the City of Roanoke, the second reading of this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with. _ ATTEST: - City Clerk. - '1_ �\ , City Manager's Report IN&MN Submitted by: Marc Nelson, Director Department of Economic Development ROAN O K E May 5, 2025 Title: Acceptance and Appropriation of$70,000 Grant Funds from the National Main Street Center for Unlocking Capital on Main Street Program. Background: The.City of Roanoke (city) has been awarded a $70,000 grant from the National Main Street Center for the Unlocking Capital on Main Street Program (UCMS Program). The city partnered on this application with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development's Virginia Main Street Program, the River District Association in Danville, and the Downtown Lynchburg Association. Launched in January 2025, the UCMS Program offers entities participating in Main Street America 's (MSA) Coordinating Programs the opportunity to apply to build effective community investment ecosystems in their states. The 15-month program includes technical assistance, cohort learning and support, and grant funding, with a focus on small-to-mid-size cities with populations of 30,000 to 500,000. The program leverages MSA's past work in entrepreneurial ecosystem building and the city's partnership with the Center for Community Investment (CCI) to implement CCI's Capital Absorption Framework. The framework's three functions— articulating shared priorities, creating and executing a pipeline of proposed projects, and improving the enabling environment—offer leaders tools to realize their communities' visions for stronger local economies. The two selected coordinating programs, Virginia Main Street and Wisconsin Main Street, were chosen based on their strong community investment record, coordinating program capacity, and a demonstrated commitment to inclusive outcomes. The selected Coordinating Programs each nominated three local Main Street organizations in small-to-midsize cities to participate as sub-grantees in the program. The nominated local communities (Roanoke as one of these) were selected based on program capacity and experience, involvement & relationships within the local investment ecosystem, and alignment and clarity of program priorities. The participating programs each receive: • Technical assistance delivered through several in-person and virtual workshops and coaching calls. These hands-on sessions will help position programs to seek and deploy investment capital in their communities. Coordinating Programs can use these tools and approaches to expand this work with additional Main Street Programs. • $50,000 Capacity Grant to the Coordinating Program. • $70,000 Capacity Grant to each of the three selected local Main Street Programs. • Access to a pool of$500,000 in grant funds to be leveraged for pre-development financing needs in all six of the participating Main Street communities. • Real estate development technical assistance and underwriting support from RePurpose Capital (formerly the Main Street America Small Deal Initiative) and potential to access loan capital from the fund, provided the project and jurisdiction meet eligibility and underwriting requirements. Considerations: City Council action is needed to accept the National Main Street Center (NMSC) for the Unlocking Capital on Main Street Program Grant award and to authorize the City Manager to execute the Grant agreement between NMSC and the city. A copy of the Grant agreement is attached to this report. There is no local funding match required for this grant. Recommended Action: Accept the Grant as described above and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the required grant agreement and associated documents to be approved as to form by the City Attorney. Adopt the attached ordinance to establish a revenue estimate in the amount of$70,000 to be established by the Director of Finance. Valmarie Turner, City Manager uocuslgn tnvelope ID:A/E29C06-FA17-479B-BAD1-65FD305D7C98 NMSC 25146 'INNational Main Street 1 tf4 Center `VP a subsidiary of the VP National Trust for Historic Preservation March 3ist,2025 Mandy Cribb Economic Development Specialist City of Roanoke/Roanoke Main Street Mosaic Initiatives 117 Church Ave. SW Roanoke,VA 24011 (540) 853-5821 Dear Mandy, This letter is to confirm the participation of the City of Roanoke/Roanoke Main Street Mosaic Initiatives (RMSMI)in the Unlocking Capital on Main Street Pilot Program. The program includes the following: - Technical assistance to Coordinating Programs to support RMSMI with the implementation of the Center for Community Investment's (CCI's)Capital Absorption Framework.That technical assistance to DLA includes the following: o Two in-person gatherings (along with other in-state cohort communities) o One in-person technical assistance visit o Multiple virtual engagements,including a kick-off call,virtual workshops and opportunities for continued virtual engagement - Capacity building grant funding in the amount of Seventy Thousand Dollars $70,000,to be paid in two separate payments. - Access to a pool of Five Hundred Thousand Dollars $500,00o in grant funds for pre-development costs (available to all local community participants) If this letter correctly states our agreement,please sign in the space provided below and return it to Luke Hallowell at the National Main Street Center, Inc. at lhallowellPmainstreet.org. Sincerely, Bethany Rogers Vice President of Strategic Growth Agreed to and accepted by: Date: 53 W.Jackson Boulevard,Suite 350 Chicago,IL 60604 E Mainstreet@savingplaces.org P 312.610.5611 F 202.588.5060 www.mainstreetorg Docusign Envelope ID:A7E29C06-FA17-479B-BAD1-65FD305D7C98 Partnership Agreement NMSC 25146 Proposal for Technical Assistance to City of Roanoke/Roanoke Main Street Mosaic Initiatives Agreement delivered: March 31, 2025 The National Main Street Center® (NMSC) is pleased to provide this agreement for technical assistance in partnership with the Center for Community Investment (CCI) for participation in the Unlocking Capital on Main Street Pilot Program. Since 1980,the NMSC has been closely involved with commercial district revitalization in a variety of rural and urban settings across the country.The cumulative success of the Main Street Four-Point Approach on the local level has earned Main Street® a reputation as one of the most powerful economic development tools in the nation. The NMSC annually collects statistical information on economic activity in local main Street® programs nationwide. Since 1980, local designated Main Street° programs have reported $101.58 billion of reinvestment in physical improvements from public and private sources; 168,693 net new businesses; 746,897 net new jobs; and 325,119 building rehabilitations. The average ratio for those local Main Street® programs has been over$30 in return for every $1 invested in the program. Launched in January 2025,the Unlocking Capital program offers MSA Coordinating Programs the opportunity to build on the Four-Point approach by supporting the development of effective community investment ecosystems in their states. The 15-month program includes technical assistance, cohort learning and support, and grant funding, with a focus on small-to- mid-size cities with populations of 30,000 to 500,000.The program leverages MSA's past work in entrepreneurial ecosystem building and our partnership with the Center for Community Investment (CCI)to implement their Capital Absorption Framework.The framework's three functions—articulating shared priorities, creating and executing an investable pipeline of projects, and improving the enabling environment—offer leaders tools to realize their communities' visions for stronger local economies. 2 Docusign Envelope ID:A7E29C06-FA17-479B-BAD1-65FD305D7C98 Partnership Agreement NMSC 25146 Program Overview Unlocking Capital on Main Street is a 15-month pilot program funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.The initiative supports six local communities, two states/regions, and MSA to address community investment, equity and systems change goals through technical assistance, cohort learning, and funding. This program leverages MSA's entrepreneurial ecosystem expertise and partnership with the Center for Community Investment (CCI)to implement the Capital Absorption Framework (CAF), helping communities articulate shared priorities, develop investable project pipelines, and enhance enabling environments to support desired community investment. Program Resources Technical Assistance: Real estate development guidance from Main Street America, Center for Community Investment and RePurpose Capital with potential access to loan capital. Capacity Grants: $50,000 for each Coordinating Program and $70,000 for three selected local Main Street Programs (totaling$210,000). Grant Pool Access: $500,000 for predevelopment financing needs shared across the Main Street communities. Train-the-Trainer Model:Tools for expanding the initiative statewide. Program Outcomes By the end of the pilot program, we expect that: Local Main Street Programs will have an investment strategy that: 1. Articulates a shared priority for capital investment,that is informed by groups who have not historically been part of Main Street investment decision-making. 2. Incorporates a pipeline of projects (e.g., real estate and/or small businesses) that are aligned with the shared priority and are positioned to attract capital 3. Identifies potential funding sources and partners to capitalize projects in the pipeline 4. Identifies programs, policies, and relationships that can help to advance community investment priorities 5. Is incorporated into current or future strategic plans. Coordinating Programs will: 6. Adapt funding flows, policies, and support mechanisms to assist local programs with community investment goals. 7. Scale program insights to additional communities or regions. 3 Docusign Envelope ID:A7E29C06-FA17-479B-BAD1-65FD305D7C98 Partnership Agreement NMSC 25146 Expectations The Unlocking Capital on Main Street program focuses on several working sessions and coaching calls between workshops. Participants are expected to: • Attend two statewide workshops. MSA will do its best to schedule workshops so that they don't conflict with local events; however, attendance at these sessions is critical and expected. MSA will work with the State Coordinating Program to identify locations and dates that aim to maximize convenience for local programs. • Ensure dedicated, uninterrupted time during all workshops. Team members will be contributing directly to their organizational investment strategy in real time. Past participants of similar workshops have found it helpful to set out-of-office messages during the scheduled times to avoid distractions and redirect time sensitive emails. • Participate fully and actively in all in-person and virtual workshops.This cohort will achieve the most when all teams share their successes and struggles openly and honestly. • Build teams composed of three to five members including representatives from the public sector, property or business owners, community leaders, and financial institutions. Participants should have the capacity, influence, authority, and/or competencies needed to develop an investment strategy. • Complete assignments and advance work between workshops.The program is focused on learning BY doing! • Participate in virtual coaching sessions between workshops to ask questions, share progress, and receive support. Program Convening Schedule As previously discussed, MSA will do its best to schedule workshops to avoid conflicts with local events and will work with the State Coordinating Program to identify locations and dates that aim to maximize convenience for local programs. The general schedule for workshops is as follows: - Spring 2025: 1.5 Day Workshop in Each State (3 local programs & Coordinating Program) - Summer 2025:Virtual Session (up to 4 hours) with all participants - Fall 2025: MSA and CCI Local Program Site Visits - Winter 2026: 1.5 Day Workshop in Each State (3 local programs & Coordinating Program) - Spring 2026: Full initiative gathering at Main Street Now 2026 Conference* Additional Information For additional information, please contact Luke Hallowell, Senior Manager Ihallowell@mainstreet.org 4 IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA The 5th day of May 2025. No. 43185-050525. AN ORDINANCE authorizing the acceptance of additional funding from the Virginia Department of Transportation ("VDOT") for the Greenway Connection along Riverland Road Project to the City of Roanoke("City");appropriating 2024-2025 Grant Funds;authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute,and file appropriate documents to obtain such additional funds;and dispensing with the second reading of this Ordinance by title. WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 42141-090721, adopted by Roanoke City Council on September 7, 2021, the City accepted funding from VDOT for the Greenway Connection along Riverland Road Project in the amount of$1,198,410; and WHEREAS, additional construction cost increases are needed by the City in an additional amount of$1,180,499,thereby making the total VDOT funding for the project to$2,378,909 with a local match of$84,002. THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke as follows: 1. The City of Roanoke hereby accepts the additional funding from VDOT for the Greenway Connection along Riverland Road Project in the additional amount of$1,180,499,thereby making the total VDOT funding for the Project to $2,378,909 with a local match of$84,002, for additional construction costs for the Project, as further outlined in the City Manager's Report dated May 5, 2025. 2. The City Manager or designee is hereby authorized to execute and file on behalf of the City any and all documents required to obtain such funding, including VDOT's Appendix A document. All such documents to be approved as to form by the City Attorney. 3. The City Manager or designee 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. 4. The following sections of the 2024-2025 Capital Projects Fund be, and the same are hereby, amended and re-ordained to read and provide as follows: Capital Projects Fund: Appropriations: Construction—RRG along Riverland Road 308-4310-0000-69065-300156 $1,264,501 Construction—Curb Gutter Sidewalk 308-4310-0000-69065-300148 (84,002) Revenues: Federal Pass Through- 308-4310-0000-40127-300156 $1,180,499 VDOT. 5. Pursuant to Section 12 of the Charter of the City of Roanoke, the adoption of this Ordinance constitutes the second reading of such Ordinance by title. ATTEST: City Clerk. City Manager's Report Submitted by: Ross Campbell, PE, Director Department of Public Works ROAN O K E May 5, 2025 Title: Acceptance of Additional Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Funds, Authorization to Execute VDOT Documents, and Appropriation of Funds for the Greenway Connection along Riverland Road Project. Background: The Greenway Connection along Riverland Road, S.E. involves extending pedestrian improvements near the Dollar General to the Star Trail parking area. The project also includes drainage enhancements along Riverland Road and the reconstruction of the Star Trail parking area to meet current standards, along with associated water quality improvements. The construction bid advertisement is scheduled for Fall 2025. Considerations: In September 2021, the City accepted $1,198,410 in Highway Infrastructure Program (HIP) and Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) funding for the project. Due to construction cost increases over the past four years, the City has requested an additional $1,180,499 in funding from VDOT in advance of bid advertisement. Recommended Action: 1. Accept the additional HIP and RSTP funding from VDOT in the amount of$1,180,499, bringing the total VDOT funding for the project to $2,378,909 with an additional $84,002 in local match funding currently available in the City's Curb, Gutter, and Sidewalk Account (Account No. 300148). 2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute VDOT's Appendix A document, attached to this report dated March 13, 2025, approved as to form by the City Attorney. 3. Adopt the accompanying Budget Ordinance to establish revenue estimates for the identified funding sources and appropriate the same amount to the expenditure account for the Greenway Connection — Riverland Road project and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to take all necessary actions and execute any additional documents, as approved by the City Attorney, required to obtain, accept, implement, and administer the above-referenced funds. Valmarie Turner, City Manager Appendix A Revision 1 Date: 3/13/2025 Project Number URRG-128-475 UPC: 119586 CFDA#20.205 Locality: CITY OF ROANOKE Project Location ZIP+4 24014-3616 Locality UEI#: NBFNAEXRHD76 Locality Address(incl ZIP+4): 215 Church Avenue,SW,Roanoke,VA 24011 . - - _ Project Narrative• Greenway Connection-Riverland Road Work construction of greenway along Riverland Rd,b/w Garden City Greenway and Roanoke River Greenway with reconstructed parking. Description: Addresses existing drainage problem.Stormwater accumulates on Mill Mnt,transverses steep topography and ultimately scours/erodes the shoulder along Riverland Road. From: Garden City Greenway To: Roanoke River Greenway Locality Project Manager Contact info: James Nuckles 540-853-2953 james.nuckles@roanokeva.gov - - Department Project Coordinator Contact Info: David Thompson 540-795-9408 David.Thompson@vdot.virginia.gov Project Estimates " Preliminary Engineering Right of Way and Utilities Construction Total Estimated Cost Estimated Locality Project Expenses $237,899 $0 $2,180,012 $2,417,911 Estimated VDOT Project Expenses $30,000- - $0 ' $15,000 $45,000 , Estimated Total Proiect•Costs $267,899 $0 $2,195,012 $2,462,911 Project-Cost and Reimbursement ' ' ` ' ` Estimated Funds type Local%Participation for Maximum Reimbursement Reimbursement to Phase Estimated Project Costs (Choose from drop down box) Funds Type Local Share Amount (Estimated Cost-Local Locality Share) (Max.Reimbursement- EsL VDOT Expenses) Preliminary Engineering $138,500 Highway Infrastructure 0% $0 $138,500 ' $129;399 RSTP 0% $0 $129,399 $0 SO Total PE $267,899. $0 $267,899 - $237,899 Right of Way&Utilities Total RW Construction _ $2,111,010 RSTP 0% - $0 $2,111,010 $84,002 Local Funds 100% $84,002 $0 $0 SO Total CN $2,195,012 $84,002 $2,111,010 $2,096,010 Total Estimated Cost $2,462,911 • $84,002 $2,378,909 $2,333,909 Total Maximum Reimbursement by VDOT to Locality(Less Local Share) $2,378,909 Estimated Total Reimbursement by VDOT to Locality(Less Local Share and VDOT Expenses) $2,333,909 : Project Financing Aggregate RSTP Highway Infrastructure Local Funds Allocations $2,240,409 I $138,500 I $84,002 $2,462,911 -I " Pro rarnandPro1ect SPecific Funding Requirements : ,. ° _ •This Project shall be administered in accordance with VDOTs LocallyAdministered Projects Manual •This is a limited funds project. The LOCALITY shall be responsible for any additional funding in excess of $2,378,909 •Reimbursement for eligible expenditures shall not exceed funds allocated each year by the Commonwealth Transportation Board in the Six Year Improvement Program. •This Project is funded with federal-aid Regional Surface Transportation Program(RSTP)funds. These funds must be obligated within 12 months of allocation and expended within 36 months of the obligation. •The LOCALITY will continue to operate and maintain the facility as constructed-Should the design features of the Project be altered by the LOCALITY subsequent to Project completion without approval of the DEPARTMENT,the LOCALITY inherently agrees,by execution of this agreement,to make restitution,either physically or monetarily,as required by the DEPARTMENT. •All local funds included on this appendix have been formally committed by the local governments board or council resolution subject to appropriation. •This AppendixA supersedes at previous versions signed by VDOT and the LOCALITY. This attachment is certified and made an official attachment to this document by the parties to this agreement. 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March 10, 2025 1:2,133 0 0.0.1 0.03 0,05.mi Iti , • , ! 1 ' , ' , r i 0 0,02, 0,04 0,09 km City of Roanoke IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE,VIRGINIA The 5th day of May 2025. No. 43186-050525. AN ORDINANCE authorizing the City Manager's issuance and execution of additional Amendments to the City's Contract with Timmons Group, Inc. ("Timmons") for additional professional services for the Aviation Drive/Valley View Pedestrian Improvements Project; authorizing the City Manager or designee to take such actions and execute such documents as may be necessary to provide for the implementation, administration, and enforcement of such Amendments to the above mentioned Agreement, as well as the Agreement itself. and dispensing with the second reading of this Ordinance by title. BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that: 1. The City Manager or designee is hereby authorized, for and on behalf of the City, to issue and execute additional Amendments as may be necessary to the City's Agreement with Timmons, for additional professional services for the Aviation Drive/Valley View Pedestrian Improvements Project, all as more fully set forth in the City Manager's Report dated May 5, 2025. 2. The form of such Amendments shall be approved by the City Attorney. 3. Such Amendments will provide authorization for additions to the work, with an increase in the amount of the Agreement and provide that the total amount of all such Amendments will not exceed an additional $21,790.55, all as set forth in the above City Manager's Report. 1 4. The City Manager or designee is further authorized to take such actions and execute such documents as may be necessary to provide for the implementation, administration, and enforcement of such Amendments to the above mentioned Agreement, as well as the Agreement. All such documents shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney. 5. Pursuant to Section 12 of the Charter of the City of Roanoke, the adoption of this Ordinance constitutes the second reading of such Ordinance by title. ATTEST: _. \ v� City Clerk. = • 2 1111 City Manager's Report Submitted by: Ross Campbell, PE, Director Department of Public Works ROAN O K E May 5, 2025 Title: Aviation DriveNalley View Pedestrian Improvements — Subsurface Utility Exploration Amendment. Background: In 2023, the City entered into an agreement with Timmons Group, Inc. (Timmons) for engineering design services related to the Aviation DriveNalley View Pedestrian Improvements project. This project extends from the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport to the 4800 block of Valley View Boulevard and includes approximately 7,500 linear feet of sidewalk, drainage improvements, and pedestrian upgrades at three existing traffic signals. These improvements will connect to the Lick Run Greenway at Valley View Boulevard, creating a continuous sidewalk link between the Regional Airport and Downtown Roanoke while enhancing pedestrian safety. Considerations: A segment of the project corridor contains a complex network of underground utilities. To accurately assess potential impacts, Timmons recommends utilizing Inframap Corporation as a sub-consultant for subsurface utility exploration. This work will focus on identifying gas, fiber optic, and electrical lines and includes 10 test holes to expose and document these utilities. This additional service will ensure a clearer understanding of utility conflicts, facilitating the project's development and construction phases. The original contract for engineering design services was $349,701.90, with a previous amendment of$80,367.90 for right-of-way acquisition services. The proposed fee of $21,790.55 for subsurface utility exploration brings the total contract modifications to more than 25% of the original contract amount. Funding for these services is available in Account 300140 —Aviation DriveNalley View Pedestrian Improvements. Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute an amendment to the contract with Timmons, in an amount not to exceed $21,790.55, as approved to form by the City Attorney, and to take all necessary actions and execute any required documents for its implementation, administration, and enforcement. Valmarie Turner,City Manager IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA The 5'h day of May 2025. No. 43187-050525. AN ORDINANCE amending and reordaining Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke(1979)as amended,by adding new Section 32-8, Exemption of Real and Personal Property Owned by Nonprofit Organizations, Section 32-8.1, Application, Section 32-8.2, Exemption by designation, Section 32-8.3, Exemption by classification, Section 32-8.4, Rules and regulations for administration; application for exemption, Section 32-8.5, Triennial review of exemptions and retention of exempt status, Section 32-8.6, Service charge in lieu of taxation, to provide for the processes and procedures by which City Council will consider requests made by nonprofit organizations for tax exemption of their real or personal property as authorized by Section 58.1-3651, Code of Virginia; providing for an effective date; and dispensing with the second reading by title of this ordinance. BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke as follows: 1. Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke(1979) as amended, is amended and reordained by adding new Section 32-8, Exemption of Real and Personal Property Owned by Nonprofit Organizations, Section 32-8.1, Application, Section 32-8.2, Exemption by designation, Section 32-8.3, Exemption by classification, Section 32-8.4, Rules and regulations for administration; application for exemption, Section 32-8.5, Triennial review of exemptions and retention of exempt status, 32-8.6,Service charge in lieu of taxation,to read and provide as follows: Sec. 32-8. - Exemption of Real and Personal Property Owned by Nonprofit Organizations. 1 (a) Pursuant to subsection 6(a)(6) of Article X of the Constitution of Virginia and § 58.1-3651, Code of Virginia, city council, by ordinance, may exempt from real or personal property taxes, or both,by either classification or designation, property owned by a nonprofit organization,including a single-member limited liability company whose sole member is a nonprofit organization that uses such property for religious, charitable, patriotic, historical, benevolent, cultural, or public park and playground purposes. The ordinance shall state the specific use on which the exemption is based,and the exemption shall remain contingent on the continued use of the property in accordance with its designated or classified purpose. (b) No exemption shall be provided to any organization that has any rule, regulation, policy, or practice that unlawfully discriminates on the basis of religious conviction, race, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity. (c) Exemptions of real and personal property from taxation under this section shall be strictly construed in accordance with Article X, § 6(f)of the Constitution of Virginia. Sec. 32-8.1 -Application. Nonprofit organizations seeking tax exemption for their real or personal property may initiate the process by completing an application available from the director of real estate valuation or the commissioner of revenue, respectively. Upon submission, the director of real estate valuation and the commissioner of revenue will review the materials and determine whether the applicant's property is exempt by classification or designation under the Virginia Constitution pursuant to Article X, Section 6(a)(1) through(4) or pursuant to § 58.1-3606 through § 58.1-3650, Code of Virginia. If the property is not exempt, a Nonprofit Tax Exemption Review Committee, consisting of representatives from the offices of real estate valuation,the commissioner of revenue, the city manager, and the city attorney, will review the application and provide a recommendation to the city manager on whether it is appropriate for city council to grant an exemption by classification or designation. The item will then be placed on city council's agenda for consideration, where the city manager will provide such recommendation to city council. Sec. 32-8.2 -Exemption by designation. (a) No ordinance exempting property by designation pursuant to § 32-8 shall be adopted until a public hearing has been held, allowing citizens the opportunity to be heard. The city shall publish notice of the hearing as required by the Code of Virginia. The notice shall include the assessed value of all real and tangible personal property for which an exemption is requested, as well as the property taxes assessed against such property. The public hearing shall not be held until at least seven days after such notice is published. 2 (b) Prior to processing the application for consideration by city council, the city shall collect a deposit in an amount to be determined to cover the publication cost for notice of the hearing. If the organization withdraws its request in writing before the notice is submitted for publication, the deposit shall be . refunded in full. If the publication cost exceeds the deposit, the applicant shall pay the balance to the city. If the cost is less than the deposit, the balance shall be refunded to the applicant. The applicant remains responsible for the publication cost, regardless of whether city council adopts the ordinance granting the exemption. (c) Before adopting any such ordinance granting an exemption by designation,city council shall consider the following: (1) Whether the organization is exempt from taxation pursuant to Section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. (2) Whether the organization has a current annual alcoholic beverage license issued by the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority for the serving of alcoholic beverages on the property. (3) Whether any director, officer, or employee of the organization receives compensation exceeding a reasonable allowance for salaries or other compensation for personal services rendered by such person. (4) Whether any part of the organization's net earnings inures to the benefit of any individual and whether a significant portion of its services is funded by donations, contributions, or government grants. (5) Whether the organization provides services for the common good of the public. (6) Whether a substantial part of the organization's activities involves carrying on propaganda, or attempting to influence legislation, or participating in or intervening in any political campaigns. (7) The revenue impact on the locality and its taxpayers of exempting the property. (8) Any other relevant criteria, facts, and circumstances deemed pertinent by city council to the adoption of such ordinance. Sec. 32-8.3 -Exemption by classification. (a) No ordinance exempting property by classification pursuant to § 32-8 shall be adopted until a public hearing has been held allowing citizens the opportunity to be heard. The city shall publish notice of the hearing as required by the Code of Virginia. The notice shall include the assessed value of all real and tangible personal property for which an exemption is requested, as well as the property 3 taxes assessed against such property. The public hearing shall not be held until at least seven days after such notice is published. (b) Prior to processing the application for consideration by city council, the city shall collect a deposit in an amount to be determined to cover the publication cost of the notice of hearing. If the organization withdraws its request in writing before the notice is submitted for publication, the deposit shall be refunded in full. If the publication cost exceeds the deposit, the applicant shall pay the balance to the city. If the cost is less than the deposit, the balance shall be refunded to the applicant. The applicant remains responsible for the publication cost, regardless of whether city council adopts the ordinance granting the exemption. (c) The Nonprofit Tax Exemption Review Committee shall review the request and provide a recommendation to the city manager on whether it is appropriate for city council to establish local classifications for organizations not exempt under Article X, §6 of the Virginia Constitution.A new classification shall apply only to property used for religious, charitable, patriotic, historical, benevolent, cultural, or public park and playground purposes. Sec. 32-8.4 -Rules and regulations for administration; application for exemption. The director of real estate valuation and commissioner of the revenue, with input from the city manager and city attorney, shall adopt and promulgate rules and regulations not inconsistent with the provisions of this section that are necessary for effective administration of this section. Applications for real property tax exemption and personal property tax exemption must be submitted by property owners to the director of real estate valuation and commissioner of revenue,respectively,by October 15 for exemptions effective January 1, and by April 15 for exemptions effective July 1, of each year. Sec. 32-8.5 - Triennial review of exemptions and retention of exempt status. (a) Every organization,except the Commonwealth, any political subdivision of the Commonwealth, or the United States,that owns real or personal property in the City of Roanoke and has previously been granted an exemption shall file an application triennially with the director of real estate valuation or commissioner of revenue, respectively, to retain exempt status. (b) The director of real estate valuation and the commissioner of revenue shall notify exempt organizations of the application due date 60 days in advance. If the organization certifies that its ownership, property use, and financial status remain substantially the same, the director and commissioner may accept that certification in lieu of a full application. (c) Failure to file the required application in a timely manner shall result in termination of the exemption, unless the property is exempt under the self- 4 executing provisions of the Virginia Constitution, Article X, Section 6(a)(1) through(4). (d) City Council reserves the right to rescind any exemption granted for good cause. Sec. 32-8.6 - Service charge in lieu of taxation. All real property granted an exemption under this section shall be assessed a service charge in lieu of taxation, calculated as provided by § 58.1-3400 et seq., Code of Virginia. 4. This Ordinance shall be effective upon passage. 5. Pursuant to Section 12 of the Roanoke City Charter,the second reading by title of this Ordinance is hereby dispensed with. ATTEST: City Clerk. 5 11Prial ;. _AmIOW Office of the City Attorney ROA N O K E May 5, 2025 Title: Amendment of the City Code Article I, In General, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke Creating New Section 32-8.6, Providing for Tax Exemption of Real and Personal Property Owned by Nonprofit Organizations. Background: With the recommendation and concurrence of the Director of Real Estate Valuation and Commissioner of the Revenue, I recommend that City Council adopt the attached Ordinance amending Article I, In General, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, by adding new Sections 32-8 through 32-8.6. These amendments clarify the process by which real and personal property owned by nonprofit organizations may be exempt from taxation by classification or designation under existing law. My office has been working with the Director of Real Estate Valuation and the Commissioner of the Revenue to streamline the exemption process. While state law does not require codification of this process, codification will make the process more transparent to the public and is consistent with the practice in other localities. Under existing law, upon receipt of a request from a nonprofit organization seeking exemption of its real or personal property from taxation, the Director of Real Estate Valuation and Commissioner of the Revenue are required to make an initial determination whether such property is already exempt by classification or designation under the Virginia Constitution and Code of Virginia. If these officials determine that such property is not exempt, City Council may consider exempting this property pursuant to Section 58.1-3651, Code of Virginia, if the property is used by the nonprofit organization exclusively for religious, charitable, patriotic, historical, benevolent, cultural, or public park and playground purposes. The proposed amendments further clarify this process, and in the event the Director of Real Estate Valuation and Commissioner of Revenue first determine that such property is not exempt, provide for a committee to be formed for the purpose of providing a recommendation to the City Manager and City Council whether a nonprofit organization's tax exemption request should be granted. The proposed amendments also set forth the manner in which a nonprofit organization will need to recertify eligible use of any property so exempted on a triennial basis for the exemption to continue. Recommended Action: For the above reasons I recommend that City Council adopt the attached Ordinance amending Article I, In General, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, by adding new Sections 32-8 through 32-8.6. Timothy Spencer, City Attorney IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA The 5th day of May 2025. No. 43188-050525. AN ORDINANCE amending and reordaining Section 2-263 Acceptance or rejection generally, of Chapter 2 Administration, Article XIII Gifts, Grants, Devises and Bequests to City, Code of the City of Roanoke(1979), as amended, amending the Section; establishing an effective date; and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that: 1. Amend and reordain Section 2-263 Acceptance or rejection generally, of Chapter 2 Administration, Article XIII Gifts, Grants, Devises and Bequests to City, Code of the City of Roanoke(1979), as amended, is hereby amended as follows: * * Sec. 2-263. —Acceptance or rejection generally. The city manager, for an on behalf of the city, is hereby authorized, subject to the conditions hereinafter established by this article, to accept or reject any nonmonetary gift, grant, devise or bequest to the city, regardless of the value of such nonmonetary gift. The city manager, for an on behalf of the city, is hereby authorized, subject to the conditions hereinafter established by this article, to accept or reject any monetary gift, grant, devise or bequest to the city, when the value of such monetary gift, grant, devise or bequest is five thousand dollars ($5,000.00)or less. When the value of such gift, grant, devise or bequest is more than five thousand dollars ($5,000.00), acceptance or rejection shall be made by ordinance or resolution of the council. However, all gifts of real estate to the city, regardless of value, shall be accepted by ordinance or resolution of council in accordance with §15.2-1803, Code of Virginia(1950) as amended * * * 2. Pursuant to Section 12 of the Charter of the City of Roanoke, the second reading of this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with. ATTEST: City Clerk. Obb Office of the City Attorney ROA N O K E May 5, 2025 Title: Amendment of the City Code regarding Chapter 2, Administration, Article XIII, Gifts, Grants, Devises and Bequests to the City, Section 2-263, Acceptance or rejection generally. Background: Section 2-263, Acceptance or rejection, of Article XIII, Gifts, Grants, Devises and Bequests to City, of Chapter 2, Administration, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, authorizes the City Manager to accept or reject any monetary gift, grant, devise or bequest to the city, when the value of such monetary gift, grant, devise or bequest is $5,000.00 or less. Authorization by City Council is required when the value of such gift, grant, devise or bequest is more than $5,000.00. With the concurrence of the City Manager's Office, I recommend that City Council adopt the attached Ordinance amending Section 2-263, Acceptance or rejection, of the City Code to authorize the City Manager to accept or reject any nonmonetary gift, grant, devise or bequest to the City, regardless of the value of such nonmonetary gift. Such amendment will help avoid issues with valuation of such gifts, devise, or bequest when the value of such gift is not established by the donor. As required by the Code of Virginia, however, acceptance of any real estate will require City Council approval, regardless of the value of such real estate. Recommended Action: For the above reasons, I recommend that City Council adopt the attached Ordinance amending, Section 2-263, Acceptance or rejection generally, of Article XIII, Gifts, Grants, Devises and Bequests to City, of Chapter 2, Administration, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended. Valmarie Turner, City Manager IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA The 5th day of May 2025. No. 43189-050525. AN ORDINANCE to appropriate funding for educational purposes in order to fund certain School Board budget shortfalls in Fiscal Year 2025, and dispensing with the second reading by title of this Ordinance. WHEREAS, the School Board of the City of Roanoke(the"School Board") holds certain funds of the City of Roanoke that are not"school funds"within the meaning of Section 22.1-88 of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended (the"Code"); and WHEREAS, the School Board has requested that the City Council appropriate certain funds in Fiscal Year 2025 for the following continuing and new capital projects: Project Rollover Breckinridge Middle School gymnasium upgrades $170,290 Booker T Washington Building Renovations(HVAC and Electrical) 3,149,023 Fairview Elementary School new secure entrance vestibule construction 252,127 Fishwick Middle School Roof Replacement(partial cost) 15,492 Forest Park Academy paving 218,750 Patrick Henry High School interior painting 77,130 Preston Park Elementary new school building construction 5,655,000 Westside Elementary School new playground 300,000 William B Robertson Building Renovations 5,937,477 Woodrow Wilson Middle School floor tile/carpet 19,830 Woodrow Wilson Middle School gymnasium upgrades 204,100 Woodrow Wilson Middle School paving 125,000 High School Preliminary Expenditures 250,000 Contingency Reserve 1,500,000 Total Supplemental Rollover Appropriation $17,874,219 WHEREAS, the School Board has requested the City Council to appropriate and make lawfully available certain funds of the City in order to defray the costs of the foregoing projects anticipated to be incurred in Fiscal Year 2025; and WHEREAS, while recognizing that the City Council cannot require the School Board to expend specific funds for specific purposes, the City Council wishes to appropriate funds as requested by the School Board in order to resolve the shortfall in the School Fund for the above capital projects for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2025, and for no other purpose; and WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held on this Ordinance in accordance with Section 15.2-2507 of the Code. THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that: 1. The foregoing recitals are of the essence of this Ordinance. 2. The following rollover funds are budgeted and appropriated to the City School Fund: Changes APPROPRIATIONS Original Budget Requested Final Budget School Fund $253,439,831 $17,874,219 271,314,050 REVENUES Unobligated General Funds of the City held by the School Board $0 $17,874,219 $17,874,219 3. Pursuant to Section 12 of the Charter of the City of Roanoke, the adoption of this Ordinance constitutes the second reading of such Ordinance by title. ATTEST: - City Clerk= • ;pa Roanoke . Office of the School Board PUBLIC • Eli C.S.Jamison, Ph.D., Chair • Franny Apel,Vice Chair Cl� S C H 0 L S Joyce W. Watkins • Michael L. Cherry, II •Auraliz C. Quintana Deidre E.Trigg •Christopher T. Link May 5, 2025 The Honorable Joseph L. Cobb, Mayor And members of Roanoke City Council Roanoke, Virginia 24011 Dear Mayor Cobb and Members of Council: As a result of the official School Board action on Tuesday,April 8, 2025,the Board respectfully requests that City Council approve the following appropriation requests: Revised Appropriation Award Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs 2023-24 $250.49 Title III,Part A,Limited English Proficient(LEP) 2024-25 $166.90 Title III, Part A,Immigrant Children and Youth Award 2024-25 $1,590.40 New Appropriation Award Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and Cambridge.Fee $36,128.18 Reduction Program 2024-25 Comprehensive Literacy State Development: English Learner Literacy Network 2024-25 $90,000.00 School Support for Afghan Students (SSAS) Initiative 2024-25 $187,941.00 Comprehensive Literacy State Development: Family Engagement Resources for Pre- K and Kindergarten through Just Right Readers 2024-25 $84,000.00 School-Based Mental Health SBMH2-Y2 2024-25 $300,000.00 Career Switcher Mentoring Program 2024-25 $2,455.00 Prioritized Aspiring Educator 2024-25 $8,566.00 School Security Equipment Grant 2024-25 $32,100.00 On behalf of the School Board, thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Kim Tresky School Board Clerk pc: Cecelia Webb(original) Tim Spencer Margaret Lindsey City Manager's Reportso Submitted by: Margaret Lindsey - Department of Finance ROANOKE May 5, 2025 Title: A report of the Roanoke City School Board requesting appropriation of funds for various educational programs; and a report of the City Manager recommending that City Council concur in the request. Donna Caldwell, Director of Accounting,Spokesperson. Background: As the result of official Roanoke City School Board action on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, the Board respectfully requests that City Council appropriate funding as outlined in this report. The 2023-24 Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant provides federal assistance to Roanoke City Public Schools for schools with high numbers or percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meetchallenging academic content and achievement standards. This appropriation aligns the total with the revised award amount. The grant period will end September 30, 2025. This is a continuing program. The 2024-25 Title III, Part A, Limited English Proficient (LEP) grant was awarded to Roanoke City Public Schools from federal funding to support programs to improve the education of limited English proficient children and youth by helping them learn English and meet challenging state content and achievement standards. This appropriation aligns the total with the revised award amount. The grant period will end September 30, 2026. This is a continuing program. The 2024-25 Title III, Part A, Immigrant Children and Youth award provides additional financial assistance to Roanoke City Public Schools to enhance instructional opportunities,for immigrant children and youth. This award was received based on meeting the state's criteria for significant increases in numbers of immigrant students. The grant period will end September 30, 2026. The Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and Cambridge Assessment International Education Exam Fee Reduction Program assists economically disadvantaged public high school students taking AP, IB, or Cambridge exams. Families who qualify for free and reduced lunch benefits are eligible for a fee reduction that reduces the family obligation to $20 per exam taken. The program will be fully reimbursed, by federal funds and will end June, 30, 2025. This is a new grant. The 2024-25 Comprehensive Literacy State Development-.English Learner Literacy Network grant provides divisions with funds to participate in the English Learner Literacy Network. Specifically, funding will cover the cost of the network support, travel expenses, and additional support materials for implementation at three Roanoke City Public Schools: James Breckinridge Middle, Lucy Addison Middle, and Woodrow Wilson Middle. The program will be fully reimbursed by federal funds and will end June 30, 2025. This is a new award. The 2024-25 School Support for Afghan Students (SSAS) Initiative grant (year one of a two- year award) provides funding for services to eligible Afghan students and their parents under the School Support for Afghan Students Program. This program aims to enhance the capacity to promote the academic performance and successful integration of these students and their parents. The program will be fully reimbursed by federal funds and will end September 30, 2025. This is a new award. The Comprehensive Literacy State Development grant award provides funding to divisions for the purchase of Just Right Readers materials for each student. Specifically, Roanoke City Public Schools has received funding to provide a Take-Everywhere Pack of decodable books for each student at six schools: Fallon Park Elementary, Lincoln Terrace Elementary., Monterey Elementary, Preston Park Elementary, Round Hill Elementary, and Westside Elementary.These books are available in both English and Spanish for parents to read with their children at home. The program will be fully reimbursed by federal funds and will end on June 30, 2025. This is a new award. The 2024-25 School-Based Mental Health (SBMH) grant provides funds to increase the number of qualified school mental health (SMH) professionals employed by local education agencies (LEAs). Specifically, the grant will help build capacity for managing recruitment and retention efforts of school mental health professionals through the application of multi-tiered systems of support core components. The program will be fully reimbursed by federal funds and will end December 31, 2025. This is a continuing program. The 2024-25 Career Switcher Mentoring Program provides $2,455 per career switcher in,state funds to enable school divisions to provide a teacher mentor for each new teacher who has entered the profession through an alternative career switcher route. The grant period will end June 30, 2025. This is a continuing program. The 2024-25 Prioritized Aspiring Educator grant provides testing assistance for provisionally licensed minority teachers seeking full licensure in Virginia. Specifically, the grant will help to cover the cost of the Virginia Communication and Literacy Assessment (VCLA), and the Reading for Virginia Educators: Elementary and Special Education (RVE) test were required. The program will be fully reimbursed by state funds and will end June 30, 2025. This is a new award. The School Security Equipment grant award supports the purchase of security equipment to improve and help ensure the safety of students attending public schools in Virginia. Roanoke City Public Schools has received funding to assist with security door hardware at Round Hill Elementary. Grant expenses will be paid on a reimbursement basis out of state funds, and through the 25% required local match. This program will end June 30, 2025. Recommended Action: We recommend that Council concur with this report of the School Board and adopt the attached budget ordinance to establish revenue estimates and to appropriate funding as outlined. Valmarie Turner, City Manager 0 'r ,` '�,. CITY OF ROANOKE �''""i OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK a,f �� 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Room 456 ti Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 Telephone: (540)853-2541 .— Fax: (540)853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC City Clerk Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 7, 2025 Mary Apel 3149 Stoneridge.Road, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24014 Dear Ms. Apel: I am enclosing a copy of Resolution No. 43190-050525 appointing you as a School Board Trustee on the Roanoke City School Board for a term of office commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028, which the measure was adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of City of Roanoke on Monday, May 5, 2025. Your Oath of Office has been forwarded to Kim Tresky, Clerk, Roanoke City School Board, for appropriate handling prior to commencement of your term of office. Pursuant to Section 2.2-3702, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, I am enclosing a copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (transmitted via email). The Act requires that you be provided with a copy within two weeks of your appointment and each member is required "to read and become familiar with provisions of the Act." On behalf of the Mayor and Members of City Council, I would like to express appreciation for your willingness to serve the City of Roanoke as a Trustee of the Roanoke City School Board. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Enclosure pc: Kim Tresky, Board Clerk Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager Timothy Spencer, City Attorney Margaret Lindsey, Director of Finance Suzanne Barnett, Payroll and Systems Supervisor c ' ` _' - _, CITY OF ROANOKE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK s f Nj. 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Room 456 � '== e. / Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 '_ r , Telephone: (540)853-2541 — Fax: (540)853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC City Clerk Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 7, 2025 Joyce W. Watkins 820 Brownwood Drive, N. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24017 Dear Ms. Watkins: I am enclosing a copy of Resolution No. 43190-050525 appointing you as a School Board Trustee on the Roanoke City School Board for a term of office commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028, which the measure was adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of City of Roanoke on Monday, May 5, 2025. Your Oath of Office has been forwarded to Kim Tresky, Clerk, Roanoke City School Board, for appropriate handling prior to commencement of your term of office. Pursuant to Section 2.2-3702, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, I am enclosing a copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (transmitted via email). The Act requires that you be provided with a copy within two weeks of your appointment and each member is required "to read and become familiar with provisions of the Act." On behalf of the Mayor and Members of City Council, I would like to express appreciation for your willingness to serve the City of Roanoke as a Trustee of the Roanoke City School Board. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Enclosure pc: Kim Tresky, Board Clerk Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager Timothy Spencer, City Attorney Margaret Lindsey, Director of Finance Suzanne Barnett, Payroll and Systems Supervisor IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE,VIRGINIA The 5th day of May 2025. No. 43190-050525. A RESOLUTION appointing Mary"Franny"Apel,and Joyce W.Watkins,as School Board Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board for terms commencing July 1,2025,and ending June 30, 2028. WHEREAS,pursuant to Section 9-24,Code of the City of Roanoke(1979),as amended,and Section 22.1-29.1, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, a public hearing was held on April 21; 2025, relating to the appointment of School Board Trustees; and WHEREAS, this Council is desirous of appointing Mary "Franny" Apel and Joyce W. Watkins, to fill the vacancies on the Roanoke City School Board. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Roanoke as follows: 1. Mary"Franny" Apel and Joyce W. Watkins are hereby appointed as School Board Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board for terms commencing July 1,2025,and ending June 30, 2028. 2. The City Clerk is directed to transmit an attested copy of this resolution to the Clerk of Roanoke City School Board, and to Mary "Franny" Apel and Joyce W. Watkins. ATTEST: City Clerk. � - 404', CITY OF ROANOKE -'" OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Room 456 V4,1 °•e, Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 41 i Telephone: (540)853-2541 Fax: (540)853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC City Clerk Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2025 Amy Thompson 812 Wildwood Road, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24014 Dear Ms.Thompson: At a meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke which was held on Monday, May 5, 2025, you were appointed as a member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to replace Jared Rigby for a. term of office ending March 31.; 2028. Enclosed you will find a letter of your appointment and two copies of an Oath or Affirmation of Office form. Below are the next steps: 1. Please take both copies of the form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Roanoke to have the oath administered. It is located on the third floor of the Roanoke City Courts Facility, 315 Church Avenue, S.W.The Clerk of the Circuit Court office will keep a copy on file. 2. Please request from the Clerk of Circuit Court to send one copy of the;Oath or Affirmation of Office form to the City Clerk's Office. The Oath or Affirmation of Office form must be completed prior to serving in the capacity to which you were appointed.The deadline to submit your oath is May 31, 2025. • Pursuant to Section 2.2-3702, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, I am enclosing copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (transmitted via email). The Act requires that you be provided with a copy within two weeks of your appointment and each member is required "to read and become familiar with provisions of the Act." On behalf of the Mayor and Members of City Council, I would like to express appreciation for your willingness to serve the City of Roanoke as a member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Enclosures pc: Cindy McFall, Board Secretary, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, with application ,- fit% CITY OF ROANOKE -""" __,_=3 OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK �` � •'r 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Room 456 Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 + Telephone: (540)853-2541 Fax: (540)853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC City Clerk Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2026 Robert Pilkington 4099 Fort Vause Drive Shawsville, Virginia 24162 Dear Mr. Pilkington: At a meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke which was held on Monday, May 5, 2025, you were reappointed as a member of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals for a three-year term of office, commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028. Enclosed you will find a letter of reappointment and two copies of an Oath or Affirmation of Office form. Below are the next steps: 1. Please take both copies of the form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Roanoke to have the oath administered. It is located on the third floor of the Roanoke City Courts Facility, 315 Church Avenue, S.W.The Clerk of the Circuit Court office will keep a copy on file. 2. Please request from the Clerk of Circuit Court to send one copy of the Oath or Affirmation of Office form to the City Clerk's Office. The Oath or Affirmation of Office form must be completed prior to serving in the capacity to which you were reappointed. The deadline to submit your oath is May 31, 2025. Pursuant to Section 2.2-3702, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, I am enclosing copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (transmitted via email). The Act requires that you be provided with a copy within two weeks of your reappointment and each member is required "to read and become familiar with provisions of the Act." On behalf of the Mayor and Members of City Council, I would like to express appreciation for your willingness to continue to serve the City of Roanoke as a member of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals. Sincerely, a Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Enclosures pc: Emily Clark, Board Secretary, Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals .' .. ,4,..., CITY OF ROANOKE Iv,�. . ; «Aci =,. :. OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Room 456 �' �°` Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 .. e-,' } Telephone: (540)853-2541 „,..., ' -- ----- Fax: (540)853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC City Clerk Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2025 Yvonne Johnson 1521 Chapman Avenue Unit Roanoke, Virginia 24016 Dear Ms. Johnson: At a meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke which was held on.Monday, May 5, 2025, you were reappointed as a member of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals for a three-year term of office, commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028. Enclosed you will find a letter of reappointment and two copies of an Oath or Affirmation of Office form. Below are the next steps: 1. Please take both copies of the form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Roanoke to have the oath administered. It is located on the third floor of the Roanoke City Courts Facility, 315 Church Avenue, S.W.The Clerk of the Circuit Court office will keep a copy on file. 2. Please request from the Clerk of Circuit Court to send one copy of the Oath or Affirmation of Office form to the City Clerk's Office. The Oath or Affirmation of Office form must be completed prior to serving in the capacity to which you were reappointed. The deadline to submit your oath is May 31, 2025. Pursuant to Section 2.2-3702, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, I am enclosing copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (transmitted via email). The Act requires that you be provided with a copy within two weeks of your reappointment and each member is required "to read and become familiar with provisions of the Act." On behalf of the Mayor and Members of City Council, I would like to express appreciation for your willingness to continue to serve the City of Roanoke as a member of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Enclosures pc: Emily Clark, Board Secretary, Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals . CITY OF ROANOKE . '..w- 4 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@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC Deputy City Clerk City Clerk RUTH.VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2025 Richard Kegley 301 Tinker Creek Lane, N. E. Roanoke,Virginia 24019 Dear Mr. Kegley: At a meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke which was held on Monday, May 5, 2025, you were appointed as a member of the Mill Mountain Advisory Board to replace Mary Kegley for a three-year term of office commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028. Enclosed you will find a letter of your appointment and two copies of an Oath or Affirmation of Office form. Below are the next steps: 1. Please take both copies of the form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Roanoke to have the oath administered.1N It is locateThe Clerk of the Con i third rcuit Coloor of theurt office wR keep a copy on file.oanoke City s Facility, 315 Church Avenue, S 2. Please request from the Clerk of Circuit Court to send one copy of the Oath or Affirmation of Office form to the City Clerk's Office. The Oath or Affirmation of Office form must be-completed prior to serving in the capacity to which you were appointed.The deadline to submit your oath is May 31, 2025. Pursuant to Section 2.2-3702, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, I am enclosing copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (transmitted via email). The Act requires that you be provided with a copy within two weeks of your appointment and each member is required "to read and become familiar with provisions of the Act." On behalf of the Mayor and Members of City Council, I would like to express appreciation for your willingness to serve the City of Roanoke as a member of the Mill Mountain Advisory Board. Sincerely, ciYaceke Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Enclosures pc: Cindy McFall, Board Secretary, Mill Mountain Advisory Board,with application o 7 --fit\ N CITY OF ROAOKE F OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 7,1 a ',9215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Room 456 +, ,a Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 Telephone: (540)853-2541 "'-----; Fax: (540)853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC Deputy City City Clerk p y Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2026 Allison Oakey 2913 Carolina Avenue, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24014 Dear Ms. Oakey: At a meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke which was held on Monday, May 5, 2025, you were reappointed as a member of the Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors for a one-year term of office, commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026. Enclosed you will find a letter of reappointment and two copies of an Oath or Affirmation of Office form. Below are the next steps: 1. Please take both copies of the form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Roanoke to have the oath administered. It is located on the third floor of the Roanoke City Courts Facility, 315 Church Avenue, S.W.The Clerk of the Circuit Court office will keep a copy on file. 2. Please request from the Clerk of Circuit Court to send one copy of the Oath or Affirmation of Office form to the City Clerk's Office. The Oath or Affirmation of Office form must be completed prior to serving in the capacity to which you were reappointed. The deadline to submit your oath is May 31, 2025. Pursuant to Section 2.2-3702, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, I am enclosing copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (transmitted via email). The Act requires that you be provided with a copy within two weeks of your reappointment and each member is required "to read and become familiar with provisions of the Act." On behalf of the Mayor and Members of City Council, I would like to express appreciation for your willingness to continue to serve the City of Roanoke as a member of the Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Enclosures pc: Landon Howard, Board Secretary, Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors iN ' :a#4 . °1 CITY OF ROANOKE ,�- . OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK ,a5 €t ,, .a' 215 Church Avenue,S.W.,Room 456 Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1536 a ' Telephone: (540)853-2541 "� Fax: (540)853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.WEBB,CMC CECELIA F.MCCOY,CMC Deputy City Clerk City Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2025 Jennifer Eddy - 3146 Hidden Oak Road, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24018 Dear Ms. Eddy: At a meeting of.the Council of the City of Roanoke which was held on Monday, May 5, 2025, you were reappointed as a member of the Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors for a one-year term of office, commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026. Enclosed you will find a letter of reappointment and two copies of an Oath or Affirmation of Office form. Below are the next steps: 1. Please take both copies of the form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of-the City-of Roanoke to have the oath administered. It is located on the third floor of the Roanoke City Courts Facility, 315 Church Avenue, S.W.The Clerk of the Circuit Court office will keep a copy on file. 2. Please request from the Clerk of Circuit Court to send one copy of the Oath or Affirmation of Office form to the City Clerk's Office. The Oath or Affirmation of Office form must be completed prior to serving in the capacity to which you were reappointed.The deadline to submit your oath is May 31, 2025. Pursuant to Section 2.2-3702, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, I am enclosing copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (transmitted via email). The Act requires that you be provided with a copy within two weeks of your reappointment and each member is required "to read and become familiar with provisions of the Act." , On behalf of the Mayor and Members of City Council, I would like to express appreciation for your. willingness to continue to serve the City of Roanoke as a member of the Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Enclosures pc: Landon Howard, Board Secretary,Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors ,fag e -; CITY OF ROANOKE =ft; OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK �; 215 Church Avenue,S.2W40.,Room 456 �' Roanoke,Virginia 11-1536 ,� e Telephone: (540)853-2541 -. Fax: (540)853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov CECELIA T.VVEBB,CMC CECC F. kICCOY,CMC Deputy City Clerk City ty Clerk RUTH VISUETE PEREZ,CMC Assistant Deputy City Clerk May 6, 2025 Michael Loveman 1747 Driftwood Lane, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24018 Dear Mr. Loveman: At a meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke which was held on Monday, May 5, 2025, you were reappointed as a member of the Western Virginia Water Authority for a three-year term of office, commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028. Enclosed you will find a letter of reappointment and two copies of an Oath or Affirmation of Office form. Below are the next steps: 1. Please take both copies of the form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court of the City of Roanoke to have the oath administered. It is located on the third floor of the Roanoke City Courts Facility, 315 Church Avenue, S.W.The Clerk of the Circuit Court office will keep a copy on file. 2. Please request from the Clerk of Circuit Court to send one copy of the Oath or Affirmation of Office form to the City Clerk's Office. The Oath or Affirmation of Office form must be completed prior to serving in the capacity to which you were reappointed.The deadline to submit your oath is May 31, 2025. Pursuant to Section 2.2-3702, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, I am enclosing copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (transmitted via email). The Act requires that you be provided with a copy within two weeks of your reappointment and each member is required "to read and become familiar with provisions of the Act." On behalf of the Mayor and Members of City Council, I would like to express appreciation .for your willingness to continue to serve the City of Roanoke as a member of the Western Virginia Water Authority. Sincerely, Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC City Clerk Enclosures pc: Gayle Shrewsbury, Board Secretary, Western Virginia-Water Authority