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City of Roanoke, Virginia
Ap CITY COUNCIL RECESSED SESSION
IIWWK May 12, 2025
ROA N O K E 2:00 PM
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.
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deaf or hard of hearing.
1. CALL TO ORDER- ROLL CALL. Council Member Sanchez-Jones was absent.
The Invocation was delivered by Milton L. Hardy, Jr., Associate Pastor, Greater
Prayer Temple.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by
Mayor Joseph L. Cobb.
Statement of Purpose. Mayor Cobb.
Mayor Cobb advised that City Council would be adopting measures in
connection with the City's Recommended 2025 -2026 Fiscal Year Budget,
which takes effect July 1, 2025.
2. INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF AND ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS:
A Certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the 2025-
2026 General, Stormwater Utility, Civic Facilities, Parking, Risk Management,
School General, School Food and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation, for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026.
No action taken.
1. Reaffirmation of Real Estate Tax Rate.
Adopted Ordinance No. 43191-051225. (5-1, Council Member
Hagen voted no.)
2. Adoption of FY 2026 Fee Compendium.
Adopted Ordinance No. 43192-051225. (6-0)
3. Adoption of Annual General, Stormwater Utility, Civic Facilities,
Parking, Risk Management School General, School Food Services and
Grant Fund appropriations for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025
and ending June 30, 2026.
Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 43193-051225. (5-1, Council
Member Hagen voted no.)
4. Endorsement of the Capital Improvement Program Update FY2026 —
FY2030.
Adopted Resolution No. 43194-051225. (6-0)
5. Prepared Food and Beverage Tax Increase.
Adopted Ordinance No. 43195-051225, as amended. (5-1, Council
Member Hagen voted no.)
6. Authorization to Transfer Funding from the General Fund to the Capital
Improvement Fund.
Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 43196-051225. (6-0)
7. Adoption of a Revised School Funding Policy.
Adopted Resolution No. 43197-051225. (5-1, Council Member
Hagen voted no.)
8. Adoption of a Pay Plan for officers, employees, Council-appointed
officers and Constitutional Officers of the City; and authorization for
certain salary adjustments and merit increases and monthly stipends
for certain board and commission members, effective July 1, 2025.
Adopted Ordinance No. 43198, on first reading. (4-2, Vice-Mayor
McGuire and Council Member Volosin voted no.)
3. RECESSED - 2:44 PM
THE COUNCIL MEETING WAS DECLARED IN RECESS TO RECONVENE ON
FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025, AT 8:30 A.M., AT THE BLUE HILLS COMMUNICATIONS
CENTER, 1830 BLUE HILLS CIRCLE, NE, FOR A STRATEGIC PLANNING
RETREAT.
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
,17 ' 215 Church Avenue,SW,Suite 461.
` # Roanoke,Virginia 24011-1220
Telephone:(540)853-5224
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May 12, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of Council
FROM: Margaret A. Lindsey, Director of Finance
SUBJECT: Certification of Funding
I, Margaret A. Lindsey, Director of Finance, of the City of Roanoke, in accordance with
paragraph (a) of Section 25.1 of the Charter of the City of Roanoke, as amended, and
Sections 2-235 (e) and (f), Code of the City of Roanoke(1979), as amended, do hereby
certify that funds required for Fiscal Year 2025 —2026 General Fund, Stormwater Utility
Fund, Civic Facilities Fund, Parking Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, School
Food Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for appropriation.
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IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 12th day of May 2025.
No. 43191-051225.
AN ORDINANCE adopting and reaffirming the real property tax rate as set forth in
Article II of Chapter 32 of the Code of the City of Roanoke and dispensing with the second
reading by title of this ordinance.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 58.1-3321, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, City
Council held a public hearing on April 21, 2025, regarding the proposed real estate tax rate for
FY 2025-2026 in the amount of $1.22 for every $100 of fair market value of such property,
because such tax rate would result in an increase of one percent or more from the previous fiscal
year's real property tax levies.
THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke as follows:
1. Pursuant to Section 58.1-3321, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, City
Council deems it necessary to adopt and reaffirm the proposed real estate property tax rate of
$1.22 for every $100 of fair market value of such property, and City Council hereby adopts and
reaffirms the real estate tax rate of$1.22 for every $100 of fair market value of such property, as
more particularly set forth in Section 32-16, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended,
together with all other real estate tax rates as set forth in Article II of Chapter 32, Code of the
City of Roanoke (1979), as amended. As provided for in Article II of Chapter 32, Code of the
City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, the real estate tax rates shall be effective for the tax year
commencing July 1, 2025 and for each tax year thereafter.
2. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading of
this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with. /
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ROAN O K E May 12, 2025
Title: Reaffirmation of Real Estate Tax Rate.
Background:
During the development of the FY 2026 budget, City staff advised Council that real estate
assessments will result in the generation of revenue at a higher level than FY 2025. The total
FY 2026 assessed value of real property, excluding new construction and improvements, will
exceed FY 2025's assessed value by 7.5%.,Because the FY 2026 reassessment will result in
an increase of more than one present over the prior year's the total real property tax levied,
pursuant to Section 58.1-3321 of State Code, the City was required to provide notice to the
public and hold a public hearing in order to adopt and reaffirm the current tax rate of$1.22 per
$100 of fair market value of such real property. Pursuant to State Code, Council must deem it
necessary to adopt and reaffirm such tax rate. As such, it is necessary to adopt and reaffirm
the proposed real estate tax rate of$1.22 for every $100 of fair market value.
Considerations:
On April 21, 2025, City Council held a public hearing regarding the proposed real estate
property tax rate of$1.22 per$100 of real property value. Council will consider adopting an
ordinance to reaffirm the proposed real estate property tax rate of$1.22 for every $100 of fair
market value as set forth in Article II of Chapter 32 of the Code of the City of Roanoke. The
real estate tax rate will be effective July 1, 2025, and for subsequent fiscal years, as provided
in Article II, Chapter 32, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended.
Recommended Action:
Adopt the attached ordinance effective July 1, 2025, wherein Council deems it necessary to
adopt and reaffirm the real estate tax rate of$1.22 for every $100 of fair market value of such
property, as set forth in Article II of Chapter 32 of the Code of the City of Roanoke, and adopt
and reaffirm the real estate tax rate of$1.22 for every $100 of fair market value of such
property, as set forth in Article II of Chapter 32 of the Code of the City of Roanoke.
Valmarie Turner, City Manager
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE,VIRGINIA
The 12th day of May 2025.
No. 43192-051225.
AN ORDINANCE adopting the City of Roanoke's Electronic Fee Compendium for the
2025/26 fiscal year to be maintained by the Director of Finance reflecting certain fees, rates,
penalties and charges made by the City; 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. The fees,rates,penalties and charges set out in the attached document labeled 2025-
2026 City of Roanoke Electronic Fee Compendium and attached to the City Council Agenda
Report dated May 12, 2025 are hereby adopted and established as the 2025-2026 City of Roanoke
Electronic Fee Compendium.
2. In case of any conflict or inconsistency between the Fee Compendium and State or
City Code,the appropriate Code shall prevail.
3. The fees established by this Ordinance shall become effective on and after July 1,
2025, and remain in effect until amended by this Council or the City Manager, as authorized.
4. Pursuant to Section 12 of the City Charter,the second reading of this ordinance by
title is hereby dispensed with.
ATTEST:
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City Manager's Report
Submitted by: Margaret Lindsey, Director
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ROAN O K E May 12, 2025
Title: Adoption of FY 2026 Fee Compendium.
Background:
The recommended Fiscal Year 2025 - 2026 budget includes the City's Fee Compendium.
Considerations:
The attached resolution authorizes City Council to adopt the City of Roanoke's Electronic Fee
Compendium for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to be maintained by the Director of Finance
reflecting certain fees, rates, penalties and charges made by the City.
As part of the updates for FY2026. changes have been made to specific Fire-EMS fees. These
include revisions to the following: Basic Life Support. Advanced Life Support Transport 1,
Advanced Life Support Transport 2, Response. Treatment, Non-Transport, and Ambulance
Transport Mileage. All fees become effective on and after July 1, 2025. and remain in effect
until amended by this Council or the City Manager. as authorized.
Recommended Action:
Adopt the attached resolution of the City's Fee Compendium (fee and rate schedule) effective
July 1. 2025.
Valmarie Turner, City Manager
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FY 2025-2026
Electronic
Fee Compendium
Table of Contents AiOr
FY2025-2026
FY2025-2026 Fee Ad"ustments
Building Inspection 1
Civic Center 6
Parking Fee
Rental Fee
Facility Fee
Clerk of Circuit Court 7
Copying or Printing
Criminal Justice Academy
Courthouse Maintenance Fees
Courthouse Security Fees
Serving Levies
Serving Papers
E-911 8
Freedom of Information Act Request
Engineering 9
Digital Imaging
Printing
Fire-EMS 10
Standby Fees
Fire Prevention Code Permits
Fireworks
Inspections
Reports
Violations
Transport
Human Resources 13
Copying or Printing
Employee Clinic Visit
ID Name Badge
Table of Contents AlOPF i
FY2025-2026
Library 14
Copying or Printing
Fax Services
Lost or Fully Damaged Item
Main Library Reading Porch Use
Replacement Library Card
Parking 15
Garages
Lots
On-Street Metered Parking
Administrative
Parking Citations
Parking Violations
Parks and Recreation 21
Pools
Elmwood Park Rental
Discovery Center Rental
Fishburn Mansion Rental
Center Rentals
Shelter & Open Space Rentals
Greenway Rentals
Natural Surface Trails
Athletic Fields & Courts
Equipment
Miscellaneous
Planning, Building, and Development - Code Enforcement 25
Abatement of Nuisance Weeds/Trash on Private Property
Inoperable Vehicle
Removal, Repair, or Securement of Structures
Residential Rental Housing Inspection
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FY2025-2026
Police 26
False Alarms
Freedom of Information Act Request
Permits
Public Works 27
Stormwater Utility Fee
Dumpster/Portable Storage in Right-of-Way
Permits
Vegetation Overgrowth in Alley
Real Estate Valuation 28
Rehab Fees
Sheriff 29
Civil Process Fees
Fingerprint Services
Prisoner's Keep
Prisoner Medical Fees
Rescheduled Eviction
Weekender/Non-Consecutive Sentence Prisoner Fee
Solid Waste 30
Compactor
Container
Solid Waste Fees
Violations
Treasurer 31
Collection Fees
Dog Licenses
Kennel Fees
Nuisance Abatement and Demolition Invoices
Tax/License Penalties and Interest
Vehicle Registration Withholding Program Fee
FEE ADJUSTMENTS
The Stormwater Utility Fee seven-year/phase-in rate schedule was approved by City Council in a prior budget cycle,but is being restated as a
reminder of the upcoming changes.
Reference-Ordinance No.42088-062121,adopted June 21,2021
Stormwater Utility Fee Parameter I FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 [ FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
Monthly/Billing Unit
(per 500 sq ft.of impervious surface) SO 90 $1.05 $1.20 $1.35 SL45 S1.55 $1.60
Change from Prior Year - $0.15 $0.15 $0.15 $0.10 $0.10 $0.05
Fire-Emergency Medical Services Fees
Department Fire-EMS
Collecting Department Third-Party Vendor
Transport
FY2025 FY2026 I FY2026
Fee Description Adopted Rate Proposed
Rate Increase Rate
Fee for ground transportation by ambulance vehicle
for providing a level of medical care which is used for
Basic Life Support victims of life-threatening illnesses or injuries until $ 516.00 $ 51.60 $ 567.60
they can be given full medical care at a hospital.
Fee for ground transportation by ambulance vehicle
for providing a level of medical care which is used for
Advanced Life Support Transport-1 victims of life threatening illnesses or injuries with the 626.00 $ 62.60 688.60
provision of an Advanced Life Support assessment or
at least on Advanced Life Support intervention until
they can be given full medical care at a hospital.
Fee for ground transportation by ambulance vehicle
for providing a level of medical care which is used for
victims of life-threatening illnesses or injuries with the
Advanced Life Support Transport-2 provision of more intervention than that of Advanced 898.00 $ 89.80 987.80
Life Support 1 until they can be given full medical care
at a hospital_
Response,Treatment,Non-Transport 360.00 $ 36.00 396.00
Ambulance Transport Mileage Fee for ground transportation by ambulance vehicle
p g per loaded mile- $ 10.80 $ 1.08 $ 11.88
Building Inspection Fees
'Department Building Inspection
Collecting Department Permit Center/Treasurer
Construction Permits
Fee Description Fee Amount
$0.01 to$1,000 $50.00 +2%
Construction permits: state levy
(Combination permit, $50.00 for first
building permit, demolition $1,000 of
permit, fire system permit, value of work,
mechanical permit, plus$6.57 for
plumbing permit, electrical $1,000.01 and up each additional
permit, site utilities permit, $1,000 of
storage tank permit) value+2%
state levy
Building Plan Review
Fee Description Fee Amount
First two reviews 10%of building
permit fee
Building Plan Review
Each additional review 2%of building
permit fee
Zoning and Building Permit
Fee Description Fee Amount
Zoning and Building Building permit
Permit fee+$25.00
Zoning Permit/Basic Development Plan
Fee Description Fee Amount
Zoning and Building Flat fee
Permit $25.00
Comprehensive Development Plan
Fee Description Fee Amount
$500.00+
Comprehensive Per acre fee applies to anyortion of acre $75.00 per
p
Development Planacre or portion
of an acre
Building Code Appeal
Fee Description Fee Amount_
Building Code Appeal $150.00
Building Inspection Fees
Business License Zoning Verification
Fee Description Fee Amount_
Business License Zoning
Verification No fee None
Signage
Fee Description Fee Amount
Signage Permanent S50.00
Temporary S30.00
Asbestos Removal
Fee Description Fee Amount
Asbestos Removal $50.00 +2%
state levy
Elevator Certification
Fee Description Fee Amount
Prior to Expired Certification S50.00 + 2%
Elevator Certification state levy
After Expired Certification $100.00+2%
state levy
Cross Connection Certification
Fee Description Fee Amount
Cross Connection Prior to Expired Certification $50.00+2%
state levy
Certification After Expired Certification $100.00+2%
state levy
Encroachment Permit
Fee 'Description Fee Amount
Encroachment Permit No fee None
Tent Membrane Structure
Fee Description Fee Amount
Tent Membrane Structure $100.00+2%
state levy
Zoning Amendment/Rezoning
Fee Description Fee Amount
$1,000.00+
Zoning $500.00 legal
Amendment/Rezoning advertisement
fee
2
Building Inspection Fees
Legal advertisement for Planning Commission/City Council actions
Fee Description Fee Amount
Legal advertisement for S500.00
Planning Commission/City
Council actions
Special Exception
Fee Description Fee Amount
$100.00 fee+
$250.00 legal
Residential Use advertisement
fee
$200.00 fee+
$250.00 legal
Commercial Use advertisement
fee
Zoning Variance
Fee Description Fee Amount
$190.00 +
$250.00 legal
Zoning Variance advertisement
fee
Zoning Appeal
Fee Description Fee Amount
$250.00 +
$250.00 legal
Zoning Appeal advertisement
fee
Legal advertisement fee for Board of Zoning Appeals actions
Fee Description Fee Amount
Legal advertisement fee $250.00
for Board of Zoning
Appeals actions
Zoning Administrator Modification
Fee Description Fee Amount
Zoning Administrator S150.00
Modification
Zoning Verification
Fee Description Fee Amount
Zoning Verification $150.00
Re-inspection and off-hours per hour rate
Fee Description Fee Amount
Re inspection and off- Two hour minimum for off-hours inspections S 100.00
hours per hour rate
3
Building Inspection Fees
Certificate of Occupancy
Fee Description Fee Amount
Permanent $50.00
Certificate of Occupancy Temporary(for each 30-days) $150.00
Renewal of Expired Permit
Fee Description Fee Amount
Renewal of Expired Permit $50.00
Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Review
Fee Description Fee Amount
$100.00+
Erosion and Sediment $50/acre applies to any portion of an acre $50/acre
Control Plan Review disturbed area
Stormwater Management Plan Review
Fee Description Fee Amount
$100.00 +
$3.00 per 100
square feet of
Stormwater Management Capped at$1,000.00 post
Plan Review development
impervious
area
Subdivision Plat
Fee Description Fee Amount
Minor S150.00
Subdivision Plat $220.00+
Major(Base rate+per lot rate) $50.00 per lot
Subdivision Site Plan
Fee Description Fee Amount
$500.00+
Subdivision Site Plan Base rate+ per disturbed acre or portion of an acre $50.00 per
disturbed acre
Subdivision Plat Vacation
Fee Description Fee Amount
Subdivision Plat Vacation $50.00
Street&Alley Closure
Fee Description Fee Amount
$100.00+
$500.00 legal
Street&Alley Closure AKA Right-of-Way Vacation advertisement
fee
4
Building Inspection Fees
Work without a permit
Fee Description Fee Amount
Two times the
Work without a permit No cap calculated
permit fees
Water/Sewer Affidavit Permits
Fee Description Fee Amount
Water/Sewer Affidavit Value of construction(up to$2,500.00) $50.00
Permits
Amusement Devices Inspected by City(During Normal Hours)
Fee Description Fee Amount
Kiddie-Ride $25.00
Amusement Devices Inflatable with valid certificate $50.00
Inspected by City(During Circular ride or flat ride<20' height $35.00
Normal Hours) Spectacular Ride $55.00
Coaster>30' in height $150.00
Amusement Devices Inspected by City (After Hours)
Fee Description Fee Amount
Kiddie-Ride $52.50
Amusement Devices Inflatable with valid certificate $75.00 _
Inspected by City(After Circular ride or flat ride<20' height $82.50
Hours) Spectacular Ride $112.50
Coaster>30' in height $300.00
Amusement Devices Inspected by Third-Party Inspector
Fee Description Fee Amount
Kiddie-Ride $3.75
Amusement Devices Inflatable with valid certificate $12.50
Inspected by Third-Party Circular ride or flat ride<20' height $13.75
Inspector Spectacular Ride $18.75
Coaster>30' in height $50.00
Mobile/Modular Home/Building Relocation
Fee Description Fee Amount
$150.00+2%
Mobile/Modular Single-wide, Double-wide,Triple-wide or greater, temporary construction state levy+
Home/Building Relocation office trailer 10/o building
plan review fee
(if required)
5
Civic Center Fees
Department Civic Center
Collecting Department Civic Center
Parking Fee
Fee Description Fee Amount
Parking Fee Parking S5.00-520.00
Rental Fee
Fee Description Fee Amount
Rental Fee Rental $100.00-
$28,000.00
Facility Fee
Fee Description Fee Amount
Facility Fee Facility $3.00
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Clerk of Circuit Court Fees
Department Clerk of Circuit Court
Collecting Department Clerk of Circuit Court
Copying or Printing
Fee Description Fee Amount
Copies Fee, per page, for copying or printing documents. $0.50 per page
Collecting Department Clerk of Circuit Court
Department Police Department(Academy)
Criminal Justice Academy Fees
Fee Description Fee Amount
Criminal Justice Academy Fee in every criminal or traffic case in which costs are assessable to support $5.00
Fees the City's Criminal Justice Training Academy.
Department Sheriff Department
Collecting Department Clerk of Circuit Court
Courthouse Maintenance Fees
Fee Description Fee Amount
Fee on the costs in each civil, criminal and traffic case in the district and
Courthouse Maintenance circuit courts serving the City of Roanoke for the construction, renovation and $2.00
Fees maintenance of the courthouse or jail and court-related facilities and to defray
increases in the cost of heating, cooling electricity. and ordinary maintenance.
Courthouse Security Fees
Fee Description Fee Amount
Courthouse Security Fee on each criminal or traffic case in which an individual is convicted of a $10.00
Fees violation of any statute or ordinance.
Serving Levies
Fee Description Fee Amount
Serving Levies S12.00
Serving Papers
Fee Description Fee Amount
Serving Papers S25.00
E-911 Fees
Department E-911
Collecting Department Treasurer
Freedom of Information Act Request
Fee Description Fee Amount
Hourly Hourly charge for the time it takes to completely process each FOIA request. S26.17 per
Charged in 15-minute intervals. hour
8
Engineering Fees
Department Engineering
Collecting Department Engineering
Digital Imaging
Fee Description Fee Amount
Color Image on CD 24x36 Color Image on CD S2.00
Printing
Fee Description Fee Amount
Printing (18x24) 18x24 Black& White Map print $3.00
Printing (24x36 B&W) 24x36 Black&White Map print $6.00
Printing (24x36 Color) 24x36 Color Map print $60.00
9
Fire-Emergency Medical Services Fees
Department Fire-EMS
Collecting Department Fire-EMS
Standby Fees
Fee Description Fee Amount
EMS Per Hour $75.00
Fire Apparatus Per Hour $150.00
Department Fire-Emergency Medical Services
Collecting Department Fire-EMS -Fire Marshal I
Fire Prevention Code Permit
Fee Description Fee Amount
FAPS Aerosol Products $50.00
FAMU Amusement Buildings $50.00
FAFN Application of Flammable Finishes $50.00
FASE Assembly/Education, Place of $50.00
FAVF Aviation Facility $50.00
FBAT Battery Systems $50.00
FBLS Blasting Site/Job Permit $80.00
FDST Combustible Dust-Producing Operations $50.00
FFBR Combustible Fibers $50.00
FGAS Compressed Gas $50.00
FCRY Cryogenic Fluids $50.00
FDRY Dry Cleaning Plants $50.00
FEXH Exhibits and Trade Shows $50.00
FEXP Explosives Permit $80.00
FFCL Flammable and Combustible Liquids $50.00
FFLR Floor Finishing $50.00
FFOG Fumigation/Fogging Permit $50.00
FHAZ Hazardous Materials $50.00
FHPM HPM Facilities $50.00
FHPL High Pile Storage $50.00
FHOT Hot Work Operations $50.00
FOVN Industrial Ovens $50.00
FVEH Liquid or Gas Fueled Vehicles or Equipment in Assembly Buildings $50.00
FLPG LP Gas $50.00
FMAG Magnesium $50.00
FMSC Miscellaneous Combustible Storage $50.00
FORG Organic Coatings $50.00
FHYD Private Fire Hydrants $50.00
FPYP Pyroxylin Plastics $50.00
FRFG Refrigeration Equipment $50.00
FRSS Repair Garages and Service Stations $50.00
FTRS Storage of Scrap Tires/Tire Byproducts $50.00
FTRR Tire Rebuilding Plants $50.00
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Fire-Emergency Medical Services Fees
Fire Prevention Code Permit
Fee Description Fee Amount
FWST Waste Handling S50.00
Fireworks
Fee Description Fee Amount
Varies
Permit Pyrotechnics Outdoor depending on
time
Retail Sales Retail Sales of Fireworks(each) $250.00
Inspections
Fee Description Fee Amount
Fire Protection System Inspection; per hour for the first hour $75.00
Fire Protection System
Fire Protection System Inspection; each quarter hour thereafter $18.75
Commercial Commercial Target Hazard Inspection; per hour for the first hour $50.00
Commercial Target Hazard Inspection; each quarter hour thereafter $12.50
Residential Target Hazard Inspection; per transient unit in a hotel or motel $5.00
Residential Residential Target Hazard Inspection; per unit in an apartment building $2.00
greater than 8 units
Re-inspection Per Hour; Fire Re-Inspection Fee $50.00
Reports
Fee Description Fee Amount
Fire Incident Reports Per report $10.00
Department Fire-EMS
Collecting Department Park Roanoke
Violation
Fee Description Fee Amount
Fire Lane Violation Per Violation 550.00
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Fire-Emergency Medical Services Fees
Department Fire-EMS
Collecting Department Third-Party Vendor
Transport
Fee Description Fee Amount
Basic Life Support Fee for ground transportation by ambulance vehicle for providing a level of
Transport medical care which is used for victims of life-threatening illnesses or injuries $567.60
until they can be given full medical care at a hospital.
Fee for ground transportation by ambulance vehicle for providing a level of
Advanced Life Support medical care which is used for victims of life-threatening illnesses or injuries
Transport- 1 with the provision of an Advanced Life Support assessment or at least on $686.60
Advanced Life Support intervention until they can be given full medical care at
a hospital.
Fee for ground transportation by ambulance vehicle for providing a level of
Advanced Life Support medical care which is used for victims of life-threatening illnesses or injuries $987.80
Transport-2 with the provision of more intervention than that of Advanced Life Support 1
until they can be given full medical care at a hospital.
Response, Treatment, $396.00
Non-Transport
Ambulance Transport Fee for ground transportation by ambulance vehicle per loaded mile. $11.88
Mileage
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Human Resources Fees
Department Human Resources
Collecting Department Employee Health Clinic
Copies of Personnel File
Fee Description Fee Amount
Personnel File Copies of Personnel File S0.10 per page
Employee Clinic Visit
Fee Description Fee Amount
Employee Clinic Visit No City Insurance $50.00
With Insurance $30.00 co-pay
Collecting Department Human Resources
Department Human Resources
ID Name Badge
Fee Description Fee Amount
ID Name Badge ID Name Badge S10.00
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Library Fees
[Department Libraries
Collecting Department Libraries
Copying or Printing
Fee Description Fee Amount
Black&White Fee, per additional page beyond three pages,for printing or copying black and $0.10 per page
white pages on public library printers.
Color Fee, per additional page beyond three pages,for printing or copying color $0.25 per page
pages on public library printers.
Fax Services
Fee Description Fee Amount
Sending Cost, per page beyond three pages, for fax machine use for local service $1.00 per page
when sending.
Receiving Cost per page for fax machine use for local service when receiving. $1.00 per page
Lost or Fully Damaged Item
Fee Description Fee Amount
Damaged or Lost $15.00
Audiobook Case
Retail Cost of
Damaged or Lost Item plus$5.00
Audiobook Disc
Damaged or Lost $5.00
CD/DVD Case
Lost or Fully Damaged Retail Cost of
Item Cost varies per item. Item plus$5.00
Retail Cost of
Paperback Cost varies per item. Item plus$5.00
Main Library Reading Porch Use
Fee Description Fee Amount
Rental (Until 5pm) Hourly rate for rent of Main Library Reading Porch -Until 5pm $50.00
Rental (After 5pm) Hourly rental rate of Main Library Reading Porch-After 5pm $50.00
Rental (All Day until 5pm) Rental fee of Main Library Reading Porch-All Day until 5pm $250.00
Rental (5pm-Park Rental fee of Main Library Reading Porch-All Day from 5pm-Park Closure $250.00
Closure)
Main Library Reading Rental fee of Main Library Reading Porch-All Day $400.00
Porch Use(All Day)
After Hours Meeting Hourly rate for rent of Meeting Room after hours. $50.00
Room Use
Replacement Library Card
Fee Description Fee Amount
Replacement Library Charge for a replacement library card. None
Card
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Parking Fees
Department Park Roanoke
Collecting Department Park Roanoke
Campbell Garage
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Unreserved (per month) _ S55.00
Monthly Residential (per month) $40.00
Campbell Garage Monthly Police (per month) S30.00
Monthly Service Provider(per month) S27.50
Monday- Sunday(per half-hour) $1.00
Daily Max Rate $8.00
Center in the Square Garage
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Reserved (per month) $115.00
Monthly Unreserved (per month) S95.00
Center in the Square Monthly Service Provider(per month) S57.50
Garage
Monday-Sunday(per half-hour) $1.00
Daily Max Rate $8.00
Church Avenue Garage
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Reserved (per month) $100.00
Monthly Unreserved (per month) S80.00
Church Avenue Garage Monthly Residential (per month) S40.00
Monthly Service Provider (per month) S50.00
Monday-Sunday(per half-hour) $1.00
Daily Max Rate $8.00
Elmwood Park Garage
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Unreserved (per month) S80.00
Monthly Residential (per month) $40.00
Monthly Service Provider(per month) $40.00
Elmwood Park Garage Monthly Crown Company(per month) S80.00
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm (per half-hour) S1.00
Daily Max Rate S8.00
Saturday& Sunday None
Event Fee S5.00
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Parking Fees
Gainsboro Garage
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Unreserved (per month) S30.00
Monthly Student Unreserved (per month) S60.00
Monthly Service Provider(per month) S15.00
Gainsboro Garage Monthly Residential (per month) S40.00
Monday-Sunday(per half-hour) $1.00
Daily Max Rate 58.00
A$1 rate discount will be made available for Roanoke Higher Education Center Students with
appropriate documentation presented to the attendant on duty.
Market Garage
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Reserved (per month) $100.00
Monthly Unreserved (per month) S80.00
Market Garage Monthly Service Provider(per month) S50.00
Monthly Residental S40.00
Monday- Sunday S1.00
Daily Max Rate S8.00
Tower Garage
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Reserved (per month) $100.00
Monthly Unreserved (per month) $80.00
Monthly Residental $40.00
Monday- Sunday(per half-hour) $1.00
Tower Garage Daily Max Rate $8.00
Weeknights 4pm-9pm (flat rate) $3.00
Saturday(except 4pm-9pm) None
Saturday 4pm-9pm (flat rate) $3.00
Sunday None
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Parking Fees
Elmwood Lot
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Unreserved (per month) S65.00
Monthly Residential (per month) $40.00
Weekdays 8am-5pm (per half-hour) $1.00
Elmwood Lot Daily Max Rate $8.00
Weekdays (after 5pm) None
Saturday& Sunday None
Event Fee $5.00
Higher Education Center Lot
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Unreserved (per month) S60.00
Monthly Student(per month) $30.00
Higher Education Center Weekdays 8am-5pm (per half-hour) $1.00
Lot Daily Max Rate $8.00
Weekdays after 5pm (flat rate) $3.00
Saturday& Sunday $3.00
Market Lot
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Unreserved (per month) S85.00
Monthly Residental $30.00
Monday- Sunday(per half-hour) $1.00
Market Lot Daily Max Rate $8.00
Weeknights 4pm-9pm (flat rate) $3.00
Saturday(except 4pm-9pm) None
Saturday 4pm-9pm (flat rate) $3.00
Lunch Rate Monday-Friday 11:30am-1:30pm $1.00
Warehouse Row Lot
Fee Description Fee Amount
Monthly Unreserved (per month) S75.00
Monthly Residential $40.00
Warehouse Row Lot Weekdays 8am-5pm (per half-hour) $1.00
Daily Max Rate $8.00
Monday- Friday after 5pm None
Saturday& Sunday None
On-Street Metered Parking
Fee Description Fee Amount
First Hour None
Second Hour $1.00
On-Street Metered Third Hour $3.00
Parking Payment for Three Hours $4.00
Monday-Friday 5pm-8am None
Saturday& Sunday None
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Parking Fees
Administrative
Fee Description Fee Amount_
Monthly Late Fee Per Card $10.00
Card Reactivation Per Card $15.00
On all accounts, service charges, and citations in the amount of$30.00 if the
Administrative Collection total amount due is collected subsequent to thirty(30)or more days after $30.00
Fee notice of delinquent charges but prior to judgement. (City Code Section 2-
178.4)
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Parking Fees
Parking Citations
Fee Description Fee Amount
First Violation (Warning Ticket) None
Second Violation, but first violation on that calendar day $20.00
Overtime Parking Second Violation, on same calendar day $30.00
Third or more violation on same calendar day $45.00
Late Payment(each fine);when paid after 15 days of the issuance by an $15.00
officer of a notice of violation.
First Violation (Warning Ticket) None
Second Violation, but first violation on that calendar day $20.00
No Parking/Standing Second Violation, on same calendar day $30.00
Third or more violation on same calendar day $45.00
Late Payment(each fine);when paid after 15 days of the issuance by an $15.00
officer of a notice of violation.
No Parking/Standing on $25.00
or in any parking facility,
public or private If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $40.00
No Stopping $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Restricted Parking $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Parking Wrong Direction $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Loading Zone $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Bus Stop $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Blocking Traffic $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Airport Violation $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Parking on Sidewalk $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Blocking Driveway $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Too Close to Corner $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Commercial Vehicle in a $20.00
Residential Zone If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Too Far from Curb $20.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
Fire Hydrant $50.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $65.00
Vehicular Trespassing $25.00
If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
In Spaces for Persons $125.00
with Disabilities If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $140.00
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l . . -J.-. :d . _;,x a ,re„r� - ,4 .._. r ,," Fee Amount
Fee Description $25.00
Improper Display of $40.00
Disabled Placard If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $0.00
Fire Lane If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $65.00
$20.00
Parking After Snow Falls $35.00
In Certain Areas If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $20.00
Parking on Highway If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
$20.00
Lights on Parked Vehicle If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
$20.00
Removal of Disabled
Vehicle from paved
surface on Highway If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
$20.00
Parking within an
Intersection If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
On the roadway side of $20.00
and parallel to any vehicle
parked at the edge or If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
curb of a street
Parking on the $20.00
approaches to,or upon
any bridge,viaduct or If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
railroad crossing
Within 500 feet of where $20.00
any fire apparatus has
stopped in answer to a If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
fire alarm
Parking in front of the $20.00
entrance of any facility
where audiences are If paid after 15 days of the issuance by an officer of a notice of violation. $35.00
assembled
Parking Violations ..,
Fee Amount
Fee Description OQ
2
Handicapped Parking Violation $$125.25. 0
Improper Disabled Placard Display
Underpaid for Time Parked $10.00$20.00
Failure to Display Valid Hangtag $20.00
Parking Violations Parking in Reserved Space $20.00
Double Parking $20.00
Storage of Vehicle $20.00
Failure to Pay for Parking
Additional Late Payment Fee(each violation not paid in full within 15 calendar $15.00
days of violation)
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Parks and Recreation Fees
Department Parks and Recreation
Collecting Department Parks and Recreation
Pool Admission (Adult)
Fee Description Fee Amount
Adult Pool Admission Resident: per visit $3.00
Non-Resident: per visit S3.00
Adult Pool Admission (15) Resident: (15 admissions pass) $25.00
Non-Resident; (15 admissions pass) S25.00
Adult Pool Admission (25) Resident; (25 admissions pass) S41.00
Non-Resident; (25 admissions pass) S41.00
Adult Pool Admission (40) Resident: (40 admissions pass) S65.00
Non-Resident: (40 admissions pass) S65.00
Pool Admission (Youth)
Fee Description Fee Amount
Youth Pool Admission Resident; per visit $2.00
Non-Resident; per visit $2.00
Youth Pool Admission Resident: (15 admissions pass) S13.00
(15) Non-Resident: (15 admissions pass) S13.00
Youth Pool Admission Resident; (25 admissions pass) S21.00
(25) Non-Resident: (25 admissions pass) S21.00
Youth Pool Admission Resident; (40 admissions pass) 533.00
(40) Non-Resident: (40 admissions pass) S33.00
Pool Rental
Fee Description Fee Amount
Pool Rental For three hours or less (plus staff costs) $125.00
Elmwood Park Rental
Fee Description Fee Amount
Elmwood Amphitheater Resident $600.00
Non-Resident $1,200.00
Elmwood Amphitheater Resident $750.00
with Green Rooms Non-Resident S1,500.00
Elmwood Art Walk Resident $250.00
Non-Resident $500.00
Elmwood Bullitt Plaza Resident $250.00
Non-Resident $500.00 _
Elmwood Fountain Resident $250.00
Walkway Non-Resident $500.00
Elmwood South Lawn Resident $250.00
Non-Resident $500.00
Elmwood Whole Park Resident $1,600.00
Non-Resident $3,200.00
Elmwood Whole Park. All Includes Green Rooms; Resident $1,750.00
Access Includes Green Rooms; Non-Resident $3,500.00
Elmwood Chair Rental Per Chair: Resident $6.00
Per Chair; Non-Resident S12.00
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Parks and Recreation Fees
Elmwood Park Rental
Fee Description Fee Amount
Elmwood Chair Rental Per Chair; Resident $9.00 _
with Set-up/Take-down Per Chair; Non-Resident $18.00
Damage Deposit Refundable $1,000.00
Discovery Center Rental
Fee Description Fee Amount
First Two Hours Resident $175.00
Non-Resident $350.00
Additional Hours (per Resident $50.00
hour) Non-Resident $100.00
Damage Deposit Refundable: without Alcohol $100.00
Refundable; with Alcohol $500.00
Fishburn Mansion Rental
Fee Description Fee Amount
First Two Hours Resident $175.00
Non-Resident $350.00
Additional Hours (per Resident $50.00
hour) Non-Resident $100.00
Damage Deposit Refundable: without Alcohol $250.00
Refundable: with Alcohol $500.00
Center Rentals
Fee Description Fee Amount
First Hour
Resident S50.00
Non-Resident $100.00
Additional Hours (per Resident S35.00
hour) Non-Resident S70.00
Damage Deposit Refundable $100.00
Shelter&Open Space Rentals
Fee Description Fee Amount
Highland Park Full Day; Resident S40.00
Amphitheater Full Day; Non-Resident $80.00
Mill Mountain Shelter Full Day; Resident $70.00
Full Day; Non-Resident $140.00
Picnic Shelter Full Day; Resident $50.00
Full Day; Non-Resident $100.00
Open Space Full Day: Resident $250.00
Full Day; Non-Resident $500.00
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Parks and Recreation Fees
Greenway Rental
Fee Description Fee Amount
Distances up to 5k Per Day; Resident $500.00
Per Day; Non-Resident $1,000.00
Distances up to 10k Per Day; Resident $1,000.00
Per Day; Non-Resident $2,000.00
Distances up to a Per Day; Resident $2,000.00
Marathon Per Day; Non-Resident $4,000.00
Roanoke River Greenway Rental
Fee Description Fee Amount
Distances up to 5k Per Day; Resident $1,000.00
Per Day; Non-Resident $2,000.00 _
Distances up to 10k Per Day; Resident $1,500.00
Per Day; Non-Resident $3,000.00
Distances up to a Per Day; Resident $2,500.00
Marathon Per Day; Non-Resident $5,000.00
Natural Surface Trails
Fee Description Fee Amount
Natural Surface Trails Per Mile, per day; Resident $100.00
Per Mile, per day; Non-Resident $200.00
Athletic Fields &Courts
Fee Description Fee Amount
Athletic Field (non- Per Hour; Resident $15.00
tournament) Per Hour; Non-Resident $30.00
Per Field, per day, without Marking and Dragging; Resident $200.00
Per Field, per day, without Marking and Dragging; Non-Resident $400.00
Athletic Field Per Field, per day,with Marking and Dragging; Resident $400.00
(tournament)
Per Field, per day, with Marking and Dragging; Non-Resident $800.00
Per Field; Deposit(Refundable) $200.00
Per Field, per day,without Marking and Dragging; Resident $100.00
Per Field, per day, without Marking and Dragging; Non-Resident $200.00
Ball Diamonds Per Field, per day, with Marking and Dragging; Resident $200.00
(tournament)
Per Field, per day, with Marking and Dragging; Non-Resident $400.00
Per Field; Deposit(Refundable) $200.00
Baseball/Softball Field Marking and Dragging; Resident $125.00
Marking and Dragging; Non-Resident $250.00
Flag Football Field Marking and Dragging; Resident $150.00
Marking and Dragging; Non-Resident $300.00
Full Football Field Marking and Dragging; Resident $200.00
Marking and Dragging; Non-Resident $400.00
Soccer Field Marking and Dragging; Resident $150.00
Marking and Dragging; Non-Resident $300.00
Tennis Court Per Hour; Resident $5.00
Per Hour; Non-Resident $10.00
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Parks and Recreation Fees
Athletic Fields&Courts
Fee Description Fee Amount
Field Lighting Per Hour; Resident $10.00
Per Hour; Non-Resident $20.00
Equipment Rental
Fee Description Fee Amount
Barricade Per Barricade($200 minimum or$50 set-up fee); Resident $30.00
Per Barricade($200 minimum or$50 set-up fee); Non-Resident $60.00
Chairs Per Chair($200 minimum or$50 set-up fee); Resident $6.00
Per Chair($200 minimum or$50 set-up fee); Non-Resident $12.00
Folding Tables Per Table($200 minimum or$50 set-up fee); Resident $20.00
Per Table($200 minimum or$50 set-up fee); Non-Resident $40.00
Folding Picnic Tables Per Table($200 minimum or$50 set-up fee); Resident $25.00
Per Table($200 minimum or$50 set-up fee); Non-Resident $50.00
Sectional Stage Per Section ($250 minimum); Resident $100.00
Per Section ($250 minimum); Non-Resident $200.00
Tent(10x10) Resident $200.00
Non-Resident $500.00
Tent(20x20) Resident $400.00
Non-Resident $1,000.00
Mobile Stage Per Day; Resident $1,200.00
Per Day; Non-Resident $2,400.00
Miscellaneous
Fee Description Fee Amount
Based on
direct costs
Recreation Programs and
department
discretion
Based on
Billable Indirect Costs annual billable
rate
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Planning. Building, and Development -Code Enforcement Fees
Department Planning, Building,and Development-Code Enforcement
Collecting Department Treasurer
Abatement of Nuisance Weeds/Trash on Private Property
Fee Description Fee Amount
Cost of Service Cost of Service. Includes abatement and reimbursement of dumping fees. Cost of
Contractor
Service Charge Service Charge $100.00
Inoperable Vehicle
Fee Description Fee Amount
Cost of towing
Disposal of Inoperable inoperable
Vehicle vehicle if
charged
Removal, Repair. or Securement of Structures
Fee Description Fee Amount
Cost of Contractor for board-up/securing of open accessible structures. Cost
Cost of Service to raze a structure if owner fails to repair or raze on their own. Costs include Cost of
title search, legal ads, hazardous material surveys, abatement, and oversight Contractor
along with the cost of contractor for physical raze of structure.
20%of total
cost of
Service Charge Service Charge removal, repair
or securement
of structures
Residential Rental Housing Inspection
Fee Description Fee Amount
Initial Initial and Periodic(each) $25.00
Follow-Up Follow-up compliance(each) $50.00
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Police Fees
Department Police
Collecting Department Police
False Alarms
Fee Description Fee Amount
Registered Alarm After 6th response $100.00
Non-Registered Alarm After 6th response $125.00
Freedom of Information Act Request
Fee Description Fee Amount
Freedom of Information Per report 513.50
Act Request
Precious Metals (Gold) Permits
Fee Description Fee Amount
Precious Metals (Gold) Annual)
Permits y $200.00
Security Alarm Systems Permits
Fee Description Fee Amount
Security Alarm Systems Annually($100.00 max per owner) S25 00
Permits
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Public Works Fees
Department Public Works -Stormwater Utility
Collecting Department Treasurer
Stormwater Utility Fee
Fee Description Fee Amount
Stormwater Utility Fee Per month (billed via Real Estate taxes) S1.35
Department Public Works - Transportation
Collecting Department Planning, Building, & Development
Dumpster/Portable Storage in Right-of-Way
Fee Description Fee Amount
Dumpster/Portable 1-30 days None
Storage in Right-of-Way
(Fee only if in 31-60 days $100.00
Commercial Business S100.00 every
District over 30 days) After 60 days 30-days plus
$10/day
Metered Parking Space (Monday-Friday) $12.00
Permits
Fee Description Fee Amount
Moveable Sign in Right-of. 550.00
Way
Outdoor Dining per square-foot, annually $3.25
Right-of-Way Excavation 30 days 550.00
60-days $100.00
Department Public Works -Transportation
Collecting Department Treasurer
Alley Vegetation Overgrowth
Fee Description Fee Amount •
Cost of
The cost of abatement including but not limited to a minimum of two (2) hours Abatement
Contractor Removal Fee labor as well as other reasonable charges for equipment. together with an plus $100
additional administrative fee. administration
fee
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Real Estate Valuation Fees
Department Real Estate Valuation
Collecting Department Real Estate Valuation
Rehab Fee
Fee Description Fee Amount
Single Family Homes $175.00
Commercial/Multifamily $250.00
Homes
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Sheriff Fees
Department Sheriff
Collecting Department Sheriff
Civil Process Service Fees
Fee Description Fee Amount
Civil Process Not
Originating from the S1200
Courts
Service of Out-of-State S75.00
Civil Process
Fingerprint Services
Fee Description Fee Amount
Fingerprint Services Cost of Service $5.00
Prisoner's Keep
Fee Description Fee Amount
Cost Associated with Daily $1.00
Prisoner's Keep
Prisoner Medical Fees
Fee Description Fee Amount
Dental $10.00
Jail/Other Doctor $10.00
Prescription Handling $5.00
Sick Call $10.00
Rescheduled Eviction
Fee Description Fee Amount
Rescheduled Eviction S12.00
Weekender/Non-Consecutive Sentence Prisoner Fee
Fee Description Fee Amount
Weekender/Non-
Per day fee for inmates sentenced with the option of serving sentence on non-
consecutive Sentence consecutive days during weekends. $4.00
Prisoner Fee
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Solid Waste Fees
Department Solid Waste
Collecting Department Treasurer
Compactor
Fee Description Fee Amount
Compactor Per fob occurrence $1.75
Container
Fee Description Fee Amount
Container Per 96-gallon Trash Cart S63 18
Solid Waste Fees
Fee Description Fee Amount
Resident $109.20
Solid Waste Fees Multi-Family $218.40
Business $163.20
Violations
Fee Description Fee Amount
Container S25.00
Small Set Out $207.58
Violations Medium Set Out $297.00
Large Set Out $417.00
Administration Fee $100.00
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Treasurer Fees
Department Treasurer
Collecting Department Treasurer
Collection Fee
Fee Description Fee Amount
If the total amount due is collected subsequent to 30 or more days after notice $30.00
of delinquent taxes or other charges but prior to judgment.
Administrative If the total amount due is collected subsequent to judgment. $35.00
If the collection activity is to collect on a nuisance abatement fee; however, in $150.00 or
no event shall the fee be less than$25.00. 25%of the
collection cost
Charged to cover certain administrative costs associated with collection of any
Setoff Debt debt owed the City and submitted to the State's set off debt collection $25.00
program.
Dog Licenses
Fee Description Fee Amount
One Year One-Year- Neutered $5.00
One-Year-Non-Neutered $10.00
Three Year Three-Year-Neutered $10.00
Three-Year-Non-Neutered $25.00
Dangerous Dog As declared dangerous by any General District Court or Circuit Court of the $50.00
Commonwealth(in addition to annual license fee).
Kennel Fees
Fee Description Fee Amount
Up to 10 dogs $50.00
Up to 20 dogs $100.00
Kennel Fees Up to 30 dogs $150.00
Up to 40 dogs $200.00
Up to 50 dogs $250.00
Nuisance Abatement and Demolition Invoices
Fee Description Fee Amount
Penalty; of unpaid balance 10%
Nuisance Abatement and 10%(.00833%
Demolition Invoices Interest; First Year of unpaid balance per month on
unpaid
balance)
Tax/License Penalties and Interest
Fee Description Fee Amount
Admissions Tax Of tax owed 10%
Business License On unpaid balance; added after the due date of March 1
Personal Property Penalty; on unpaid balance per month)
10%
Interest on first year on unpaid balance(1/12th 10%
Prepared Foods and Of tax owed 10%
Beverage"Meals"Tax
Real Estate Penalty; on unpaid balance 10%
Interest on first year on unpaid balance(1/12th per month) 10%
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Treasurer Fees
Tax/License Penalties and Interest
Fee Description Fee Amount
Transient Occupancy Tax Of tax owed 10',
Vehicle Registration Withholding Program Fee
Fee Description Fee Amount
Vehicle Registration Per vehicle $25.00
Withholding Program Fee
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IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 12th day of May 2025.
No. 43193-051225.
AN ORDINANCE adopting the annual General, Stormwater Utility, Civic Facilities,
Parking, Risk Management, School General, and School Food Services Fund Appropriations of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026; 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. That all money that shall be paid into the City Treasury for the General, Stormwater
Utility, Civic Facilities, Parking, Risk Management, School General, and School Food Services,
in the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026, shall constitute General,
Stormwater Utility,Civic Facilities,Parking,Risk Management, School General, and School Food
Services, and that as much of the same as may be necessary be, and the same is hereby appropriated
to the following uses and purposes, to-wit:
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General Fund
Revenues
General Property Taxes $ 180,959,000
Other Local Taxes 104,041,320
Permits, Fees, and Licenses 2,037,280
Fines and Forfeitures 725,900
Revenue from Use of Money and Property 3,302,000
Intergovernmental Revenue- State&Federal 94,485,200
Charges for Current Services 21,123,700
Other Revenues 1,058,600
Total Revenues $ 407,733,000
Appropriations
Treasurer 2,395,333
Clerk of Circuit Court 2,215,853
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court 1,245,271
Services
Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court Clerk 71,920
Magistrate 6,664
General District Court 118,120
Circuit Court 712,091
Commissioner of the Revenue 1,938,124 $ 8,703,376
Sheriff 5,502,526
Jail 23,845,422 $ 29,347,948
Commonwealth's Attorney 2,628,548 $ 2,628,548
City Council 34,650
Mayor Cobb 68,013
Council Member Sanchez-Jones 60,885
Council Member Volosin 60,885
Vice Mayor McGuire 60,885
Council Member Phaizon Nash 60,885
Council Member Nick Hagen 60,885
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Council Member Evelyn Powers 60,885 $ 467,973
City Attorney 1,493,480
City Clerk 606,439
Real Estate Valuation 1,810,274
Municipal Auditing 1,020,795 $ 4,930,988
Department of Finance 2,486,145
Management and Budget 554,362
Procurement 745,725
Board of Equalization 8,501 $ 3,794,733
Residual Fringe Benefits 6,261,444
Transfers to School Fund 106,900,961
Transfers to Greater Roanoke Transit 2,370,586
Company
Transfers to Debt Service Fund 18,117,706
Transfers to Risk Fund 1,553,153
Transfer to Civic Facilities 2,517,303
Transfer to Capital 2,411,200
Transfer to Grant 521,003
Transfer to Civic Admission Tax 492,000
Personnel Lapse (6,073,768)
Contingency 3,413,222 $ 138,484,810
Electoral Board 1,135,391
City Manager 1,860,827
Community Engagement 1,180,233
Memberships and Affiliations 5,471,493
Economic Development 3,442,316
Roanoke Arts Commission 300,000 $ 13,390,260
Executive Performance 691,342
Human Resources 1,911,504
Employee Health Services 984,383 $ 3,587,229
Technology- Operating 8,096,531
Technology- Capital Outlay 859,913
Radio Technology- Operating 509,807 $ 9,466,251
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Director of General Services 358,127
Risk Management Operating 1,973,963
Fleet Operating Expenses 7,516,883
Fleet Capital Outlay 1,668,934
Solid Waste Management 7,889,721
Custodial Services 1,175,717
Building Maintenance 6,050,036 $ 26,633,381
Fire Administration 1,353,078
Fire Support 2,342,625
Fire Operations 27,297,887
Training 53,825
Emergency Management 272,046 $ 31,319,461
Environmental Management 687,801
Asset Management 438,133
Director of Public Works 316,841
Transportation- Streets and Traffic 6,931,307
Transportation- Paving 4,288,924
Transportation- Snow Removal 407,701
Transportation- Street Lighting 1,384,713
Engineering 1,705,444 $ 16,160,864
Development Services 3,397,096
Community Services 1,460,306
Strategic Management and Administration 1,191,236 $ 6,048,638
Parks &Recreation Administration 2,125,561
Landscape Management 1,110,069
Park Management 922,238
Community Recreation 678,061
Urban Forestry 982,308
Outdoor Recreation 329,597
Athletics 418,023
Youth Development 664,162
Greenways and Trails 950,487
Events 543,612 $ 8,724,118
Human Service Support 388,679
Truancy Intervention 21,426
Outreach Detention 503,265
Youth Haven 310,598
VJCCCA Substance Abuse Services 109,845
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Health Department 1,362,592
Mental Health 1,325,479
Human Services Advisory Board 400,000
Social Services 33,853,538
Comprehensive Services Act(CSA) 20,811,916 $ 59,087,338
Police Administration 6,014,909
Police Investigation 2,529,269
Police Patrol 19,980,543
Police Services 2,126,518
Police Training 399,637
RESET 104,408
E911 Center 3,867,061
E911 Wireless 786,566
E911/VA811 Share Expenses 410,592
Police Animal Control 2,816,088 $ 39,035,591
Libraries 5,667,640
Law Library 154,834
Virginia Cooperative Extension 99,019 $ 5,921,493
Total Appropriations $ 407,733,000
Stormwater Utility Fund
Revenues
Operating $ 9,900,000
Total Revenues $ 9,900,000
Appropriations
Operating $ 7,980,009
Debt Service 1,919,991
Total Appropriations $ 9,900,000
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Civic Facilities Fund
Revenues
Operating $ 12,390,817
Non-Operating 2,517,303
Total Revenues $ 14,908,120
Appropriations
Operating Expenses $ 13,364,085
Debt Service&Risk 1,544,035
Total Appropriations $ 14,908,120
Parking Fund
Revenues
Operating $ 4,074,820
Total Revenues $ 4,074,820
Appropriations
Campbell Garage $ 174,012
Market Garage 221,282
Elmwood Park Garage 167,684
Center in the Square Garage 242,111
Church Avenue Garage 308,790
Tower Garage 264,689
Gainsboro Garage 189,230
Market Lot 17,483
Elmwood Lot 18,117
Warehouse Row Lot 19,470
Higher Ed Center Lot 21,397
Operating 1,673,496
Debt Service 757,059
Total Appropriations $ 4,074,820
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Risk Management Fund
Revenues
Operating $ 23,835,143
Total Revenues $ 23,835,143
Appropriations
Total Appropriations $ 23,835,143
School General Fund
Revenues $ 275,000,000
Appropriations $ 275,000,000
School Food Services Fund
Revenues $ 13,500,000
Appropriations $ 13,500,000
Total for all Funds
Revenues $ 748,951,083
Appropriations $ 748,951,083
2. That all salaries and wages covered by the Pay Plan, paid from the appropriations
herein, shall be paid in accordance with the provisions thereof.
3. That the Director of Finance be, and she is hereby authorized and directed to transfer
between accounts such appropriations and wages for the labor force as may be necessary to cover
the cost of labor performed by one department for another.
4. That funding for all outstanding encumbrances, at June 30, 2025, are re-appropriated
to the 2025-26 fiscal year to the same department and account for which they are encumbered in
the 2024-25 fiscal year.
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5. That this ordinance shall be known and cited as the 2025-26 General, Stormwater
Utility, Civic Facilities, Parking, Risk Management, School General, and School Food Services
Appropriation Ordinance.
6. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading of this
ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with.
ATTEST: '
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City Clerk
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IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA,
The 12th day of May 2026.
No. 43194-051226.
A RESOLUTION endorsing the update to the Capital Improvement Program submitted
by the City Manager in the City Council Agenda Report of May 12, 2025.
WHEREAS, by City Council Agenda Report of May 12, 2025, the City Manager has
presented an update to the City's Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years
2026-2030 in the recommended amount totaling$236,350,219;
WHEREAS, the Capital Improvement Program and the funding recommendation for
projects is affordable and consistent with previous discussions by City Council and actions taken
by City Council; and
WHEREAS, this Council is desirous of endorsing the recommended update to the Capital
Improvement Program;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that this
Council endorses and concurs in the recommendations of the City Manager for a certain update
to the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for the City of Roanoke for Fiscal Years 2026-
2030, and the related funding recommendations, as set out in the City Council Agenda Report
dated May 12, 2025.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
City Manager's Report
Submitted by: Margaret Lindsey, Director
Department of Finance
ROAN O K E May 12, 2025
Title: Endorsement of the Capital Improvement Program Update FY2026 —
FY2030.
Background:
The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2026 - 2030 is a plan recommended
for endorsement by City Council for anticipated capital project expenditures to be incurred
over the next five years and is a revision of the Fiscal Years 2025 — 2029 plan.
Considerations:
As part of the financial planning/budget development process City Council was briefed on
projects to be funded through additional bond issuance and cash. The total Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) for the Fiscal Years 2026- 2030 is comprised of capital projects
with estimated expenditures of $236.350,219 as outlined in Attachment A, Section A.
Council authorization of debt issuance is required for planned insurance each fiscal year and
is requested through a separate report at a Council meeting after the adoption of the CIP
Update to ensure that the public hearing notices are published in accordance with code
requirements. The CIP anticipates debt issuance each year as outlined in Attachment A.
Section B.
Recommended Action:
Approve a resolution endorsing the update to the CIP.
Adopt the accompanying Budget Ordinance to appropriate $2,022,000 included in the FY2026
Transfer to Capital Projects funds Account for Capital Maintenance and Replacement as
indicated from the incremental revenue derived from the increase in prepared food and
beverage tax effective July 1, 2025.
Valmarie Turner, City Manager
City of Roanoke, Virginia -Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY 2026 to 2030
Capital Improvement Attachment A-Section A
FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2026
Adopted Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed FY2030
Total
General Fund
Schools $ 5.000.000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5.000.000 $ 5.000.000 $ 5,000.000 $ 5,000.000 $ 25.000.000
Buildings 6.375.000 15,132.500 14.371,700 6,067.000 1,425.000 797,335 37.793.535
Bridges 21,250,000 16,550,000 - - 16.248,594 - 32.798.594
Streets and Sidewalks 37,595,000 9,538,924 9.038.924 9,038.924 9.788.924 9.038.924 46,444.620
Parks&Recreation 500.000 750,000 1.750,000 4,800,000 17,000,000 5.000,000 29.300.000
Fleet Capital and Equipment
Replacement 2.633.000 4,384,434 4,707.234 4,488.934 5,488,934 1.488.934 20,558.470
Capital Maintenance and Replacement 2.863.200 1.250.000 2.750.000 2,750.000 2.750.000 2.750.000 12,250.000
Technolo.y Im.rovements 3.025.000 1,125 000 1.130.000 2,850.000 - - 5,105.000
Total-General Fund S 79,241,200 S 53,730,858 S 38,747,858 S 34,994,858 S 57,701,452 S 24,075,193 S 209,250,219
Funding Sources-General Fund
Debt S 45,313,200 $ 30,303,000 S 30,220,000 S 24,967,000 $ 38,447,435 $ 15,547,335 $ 139,484,770
Cash-Pay Go 6,083,000 7,027,858 8,527,858 8,527,858 8,527,858 8,527,858 41,139,290
Grants-State/Federal 27,845,000 14,900,000 - 1,500,000 10,726,159 - 27,126,159
Pro ect Contin.ency Funds - 1 500 000 - - - - 1 500 000
Total-Funding Sources- General S 79,241,200 S 53,730,858 $ 38,747,858 S 34,994,858 S 57,701,452 S 24,075,193 S 209,250,219
Fund
Enterprise Funds
Stormwater Utility Fund $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 S 3,500,000 $ 3,750,000 $ 3,750,000 $ 3,750,000 $ 18,250,000
Berglund Center Fund 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000 7,500,000
Parkin. Fund 450 000 450 000 450,000 450 000 - - 1 350 000
Total-Enterprise Funds S 5,450,000 S 5,450,000 S 5,450,000 S 5,700,000 S 5,250,000 S 5,250,000 S 27,100,000
Funding Sources-Enterprise Funds
Debt $ 4,500,000 $ 4,500,000 $ 4,500,000 S 4,500,000 $ 4,500,000 $ 4,500,000 $ 22,500,000
Cash-Pa Go 950 000 950 000 950 000 1 200 000 750 000 750 000 4 600 000
Total-Funding Sources- S 5,450,000 S 5,450,000 $ 5,450,000 S 5,700,000 $ 5,250,000 S 5,250,000 S 27,100,000
Enterprise Funds
Capital Improvement Attachment A-Section B
Funding Sources-Grand Total
Debt $ 49,813,200 $ 34,803,000 $ 34,720,000 5 29,467,000 S 42,947.435 S 20,047,335 $ 161,984,770
Cash-Pay Go 7,033,000 7,977,858 9,477,858 9,727,858 9277,858 9,277,858 45,739,290
Grants-State/Federal 27,845,000 14,900,000 - 1,500,000 10,726,159 - 27,126,159
Pro-ct Contin.enc Funds - 1 500 000 - - - - 1 500 000
Total-Funding Sources- S 84,691,200 $ 59,180,858 S 44,197,858 S 40,694,858 S 62,951,452 S 29,325,193 S 236,350,219
Grand Total
City of Roanoke, Virginia - Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY 2026 to 2030
Schools-Section A
FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2026-
Adopted Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed FY2030
Total
Spending by Project:
School Improvements $ 5,000 000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5.000.000 $ 5.000 000 $ 5 000 000 $ 5 000.000 $ 25.000 000
Total-Spending $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 25,000,000
Schools-Section B
Funding Source:
Debt S 5,000,000 $ 5,000 000 $ 5,000000 $ 5000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000 000 $ 25,000,000
Total-Funding Source $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 25,000,000
City of Roanoke, Virginia -Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY 2026 to 2030
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I Buildings-Section A
FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2026-
Adopted Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed FY2030
Total
Spending by Project:
Public Works-Wash House/Refueling Station $ 4,725,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Public Works-New Parking Lot and Resurfacing - - 750,000 750,000 - - 1,500,000
Commonwealth Attorney's Office Renovations 1,625,000 - - - - - -
West End Downtown Solid Waste Compactor 25,000 - - - - - -
E-911 Center(additional Unit) - 797,500 796,700 797,640 797,185 797,335 3,986,360
RCIT Tract 8 - 10,000,000 - - - - 10,000,000
Fire Drill Tower - 720,000 - - - - 720,000
Adult Detention Center Maintenance - 250,000 300,000 294,360 627,815 - 1,472,175
Technology Center - 1,500,000 - - - - 1,500,000
Passenger Rail Station - 1,865,000 - - - - 1,865,000
Belmont Branch Expansion - - 7,300,000 - - - 7,300,000
Fire Station#2 Williamson Road - - 5,225,000 4,225,000 - - 9,450,000
Total-Spending S 6,375,000 S 15,132,500 $ 14,371,700 S 6,067,000 $ 1,425,000 S 797,335 $ 37,793.535
Buildings-Section B
Funding Sources:
Debt $ 6,350.000 $ 6,132,500 $ 14,371,700 $ 6,067,000 $ 1,425,000 $ 797,335 $ 28,793,535
Cash-Pay Go 25.000 - - - - - -
Grants-State/Federal - 7,500,000 - - - - 7,500,000
Project Contingency Funds - 1,500,000 - - - - 1,500,000
Total-Funding Sources $ 6,375,000 S 15,132,500 S 14,371,700 S 6,067,000 S 1,425,000 S 797,335 $ 37,793,535
City of Roanoke, Virginia - Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY 2026 to 2030
Bridges-Section A
FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2026-
Adopted Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed FY2030
Total
Spending by Project:
Wasena Bridge Replacement S 21.250.000 $ 9,650,000 S - $ - $ - $ - $ 9,650,000
13th Street SW over Norto c Southern Line - 6.900.000 - - - - 6,900,000
Downtown Pedestrian Bridge Renovation - - - - 4,000,000 - 4,000,000
MLK Bridge Renovation - - - - 1,522,435 - 1,522,435
13th Street over Tinker Superstructure Replacement - - - - 6,821.505 - 6,821.505
Persin.-roverMurra Run Re., ement - - - - 3 904 654 - 3.904,654
Total-Spending S 21,250,000 S 16,550,000 S - S - S 16,248,594 $ - S 32,796,594
Bridges-Section B
Funding Sources:
Debt Issuance S 21.250 000 $ 9.650,000 S - $ - $ 5,522.435 $ - S 15.172.435
Grants-State/Federal - 6.900 000 - - 10 726 159 - 17 626.159
!Total-Funding Sources S 21,250,000 S 16,550,000 $ - $ - $ 16,248,594 $ - S 32,798,594
City of Roanoke, Virginia - Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY 2026 to 2030
Streets and Sidewalks-Section A NI
FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2026-
Adopted Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed FY2030
Total
Spending by Project
Curb,Gutter and Sidewalk(CGS)-New $ 2,000,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 2,000.000 $ 2,000,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 10,000,000
Curb,Gutter and Sidewalk(CGS)- Maintenance 500,000 500,000 500,000 500.000 500,000 500,000 2,500,000
Street Paving and ADA Ramps 6,000,000 5,288,924 5,288,924 5,288,924 5,288,924 5.288.924 26,444,620
Streetscapes Improvements 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500.000 2,500,000
Gainsboro Neighborhood Streetscape(ARPA) 2,920,000 - - - - - -
Traffic Signal Modernization 750,000 750,000 750,000 750.000 750,000 750.000 3,750,000
8th and Grayson NW Sidewalk and Storm Drain 2,500,000 - - - - - -
Westside BNd./Salem Turnpike(CGS) - 500,000 - - - - 500,000
Orange Avenue Capacity Project(Smale Scale) 13,703,003 - - - - - -
Aviation Drive and Valey View Pedestrian Improvements 7,800,000 - - - - - -
Colonial Avenue VWCC Pedestrian Safety 125,000 - - - - - -
Highway Safety Improvement Program 100,000 - - - - - -
VDOT Transportation Alternatives(Bike/Pedestrian) 500,000 - - - - - -
Schaffer's Crossing High Water Alert 200,000 - - - - - -
Guard Rai R-•lacement P••ram - - - - 750 000 - 750 000
Total-Spending S 37,595,000 S 9,538,924 S 9,038,924 S 9.038,924 S 9,788,924 S 9,038,924 S 46,444.620
Streets and Sidewalks-Section B
Funding Sources:
Debt $ 4,000,000 $ 4.750.000 $ 4,750.000 $ 4.750.000 $ 5,500,000 $ 4.750.000 $ 24,500,000
Cash-Pay Go 5,750,000 4,288,924 4,288,924 4.288,924 4,288,924 4.288,924 21,444.620
Grants-State/Federal 27 845 000 500 000 - - - - 500 000
Total-Funding Sources S 37,595,000 S 9,538,924 S 9,038,924 S 9,038.924 $ 9,788.924 S 9,038.924 S. 46,444,620
[1]The Virginia Department of Transportion(VDOT)administers the design and/or construction of the following projects which are excluded from the
City's projects:
• VDOT Highway Safety Improvement Project(VHSIP)-Pedestrian and Vehicular Improvements(FY2026-$2,941.698 and FY2028-$4,975,835)
• Regional Surface Transportation Program(RSTP)-Peters Creek Road Signalization Project(FY2027-$4.100.000)
• VDOT Smart Scale Project-Orange Avenue from 1-581 to Gus Nicks Boulevard(FY2028-$75,000,000)
City of Roanoke, Virginia - Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY 2026 to 2030
Parks&Recreation-Section A
FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2026-
Adopted Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed FY2030
Total
Total
Spending by Project:
Washington Park Site Amenities $ 500.000 $ 750,000 S - $ - $ - $ - $ 750,000
Park Maintenance - - 1.200.000 - - - 1,200,000
Park Projects - - 550,000 - 4,500,000 - 5,050,000
Historic Fishbum Mansion Restoration - - - 3.000.000 - - 3,000,000
Momingside Park Master Plan Build-Out - - - 1.500.000 - - 1,500,000
Northwest Greenways ADA Compliance Project - - - 300.000 - - 300,000
Mill Mountain Star Rehabilitation - - - - 5,500.000 - 5,500,000
Richardson Wayland-Lot&Bldg 2 or
Fallon Park Pool Renovation - - - - 7,000,000 I 5,000,000 12,000,000
Total-Spending S 500,000 S 750,000 S 1,750,000 S 4,800,000 S 17,000,000 S 5,000,000 S 29,300,000
Parks&Recreation-Section B
Funding Sources:
Debt $ 500,000 $ 750.000 $ 1,750,000 $ 3.300.000 $ 17,000,000 $ 5,000,000 $ 27.800,000
Grants-State/Federal - - - 1,500,000 - - 1,500,000
Total-Funding Sources S 500,000 S 750,000 S 1,750,000 S 4.800,000 S 17,000,000 S 5,000.000 S 29.300,000
City of Roanoke, Virginia - Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY 2026 to 2030
Fleet Capital and Equipment Replacement - Section A[31
FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2026-
Adopted Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed FY2030
Total
Total
Spending by Project:
Fleet Capital and Equipment
Replacement $ 2 633 000 $ 4,384,434 $ 4.707.234 $ 4.488.934 $ 5 488 934 $ 1.488 934 $ 20,558.470
Total-Spending $ 2,633,000 $ 4,384,434 $ 4,707,234 $ 4,488,934 $ 5,488,934 $ 1,488,934 $ 20,558,470
Fleet Capital and Equipment Replacement-Section B
Funding Sources:
Debt $ 2;325,000 $ 2,895.500 $ 3,218,300 $ 3,000,000 $ 4;000,000 $ - $ 13,113.800
Cash-Pay Go 308.000 1,488,934 1,488,934 1,488.934 1,488,934 1,488,934 7,444,670
Total-Funding Sources $ 2,633,000 $ 4,384,434 $ 4,707,234 $ 4,4811,934 $ 5,488,934 $ 1,488,934 $ 20,558,470
[3] Includes Fire Ladder truck, Hazmat trucks/trailer;Ambulances, Police and Sheriff vehicles
City of Roanoke, Virginia - Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY 2026 to 2030
Capital Maintenance and Replacement-Section A[2]
FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2026-
Adopted Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed FY2030
Total
Spending by Project:
Capital Maintenance and
Re.lacement Pro ects $ 2 863 200 $ 1 250 000 S 2,750 000 $ 2,750.000 $ 2.750,000 $ 2 750 000 $ 12 250 000
Total-Spending S 2,863,200 $ 1,250,000 $ 2,750,000 $ 2,750,000 $ 2,750,000 $ 2,750,000 $ 12,250,000
Capital Maintenance and Replacement-Section B
Funding Sources:
Debt $ 2,863,200 $ - S - S - $ - S - S -
Cash-Pay Go 1250,000 2.750000 2,750000 2750 000 2750,000 12,250 000
Total-Funding Sources S 2,863,200 $ 1,250,000 $ 2,750,000 $ 2,750,000 $ 2,750,000 S 2,750,000 $ 12,250,000
[2] Includes HVAC,Mechanical&Electrical, Roof Replacement;Elevator Replacement,and Underground Storage Tank Replacement projects.
City of Roanoke, Virginia - Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY 2026 to 2030
Technology Improvements-Section A
FY2025 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 FY2026-
Adopted Proposed Proposed Proposed Proposed proposed FY2030
Total
Spending by Project:
ERP Financial System $ 500,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -
Global HR Migration;Global Payroll,
&Talent Management 1,300,000 500,000 150,000 - - - 650,000
Internet Ring Expansion 400,000 - - - - - -
Permit System - - - 1,500,000 - - 1,500,000
Regional Radio Antennas 825,000 625,000 - - - - 625;000
Virtualized Prime Site(Radio) - - 980,000 - - - 980,000
Public Safe Mobile Radios - - - 1,350,000 - - 1,350,000
Total-Spending $ 3,025,000 $ 1,125,000 $ 1,130,000 $ 2,850,000 $ - $ - $ 5,105,000
Technology Improvements-Section B
Funding Source:
Debt $ 3,025;000 $ 1,125,000 $ 1,130.000 $ 2,850,000 $ - $ - $ 5105,000
Total-Funding Source $ 3,025,000 $ 1,125,000 $ 1,130,000 $ 2,850,000 $ - $ - $ 5,105,000
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE,VIRGINIA
The 12th day of May 2025.
No. 43195-051225.
AN ORDINANCE amending and reordaining Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of
Roanoke (1979) as amended, by amending Section 32-284, Levy of tax; amount, Article XIV, Tax
on Prepared Food and Beverage, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as
amended, and adding new Section 32-285.1, Compensation for collection, Article XIV, Tax on
Prepared Food and Beverage,Chapter 32,Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke(1979)as amended,
to provide for a limited time increase in the tax rate levied for the food and beverage tax, and to
provide a discount to sellers timely paying such tax,respectively;providing for an effective date; and
dispensing with the second reading by title of this ordinance.
WHEREAS, City Council adopted this Ordinance after a public hearing was held on April
21, 2025, that was advertised and scheduled, as required by Section 58.1- 3007, Code of Virginia.
THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke as follows:
1. Section 32-284, Levy of tax; amount, Article XIV, Tax on Prepared Food and Beverage,
Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, is amended and reordained
as follows:
Sec. 32-284. Levy of tax; amount.
In addition to all other taxes and fees of any kind now or hereafter imposed by law,
a tax is hereby levied and imposed on the purchaser of all food sold in the city in or
from a restaurant,whether prepared in such restaurant or not and whether consumed
on the premises or not,or by a caterer regardless of place of delivery or consumption.
The rate of this tax shall be five and one-half(5.50)percent,provided however, the
rate shall be six and one-half(6.50)percent of the amount paid for such food for the
period of July 1, 2025 until June 30, 2027, at which time the rate will return to five
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and one-half(5.50)percent. In the computation of this tax, any fraction of one-half
cent($0.005)or more shall be treated as one cent($0.01).
2. Article XIV,Tax on Prepared Food and Beverage, Chapter 32,Taxation, Code of the City
of Roanoke (1979) as amended, is hereby amended and reordained by the addition of new Section
32-285.1, Compensation for collection, to read and provide as follows:
Sec. 32-285.1. - Compensation for collection.
For the purpose of compensating sellers for the collection of the tax imposed by
this article, every seller shall be allowed one and one half(1.5) percent of the
amount of the tax due and accounted for in the form of a deduction on the seller's
monthly return,provided the amount due is not delinquent at the time of payment
3. This Ordinance shall be effective on and after July 1, 2025.
4. Pursuant to Section 12 of the Roanoke City Charter,the second reading by title of this
Ordinance is hereby dispensed with.
ATTEST: /Y/
City Clerk.
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Office of the City Attorney
ROA N O K E May 12, 2025
Title: Prepared Food and Beverage Tax Increase.
Background:
At the request of City Council, I recommend that City Council adopt the attached Ordinance
amending Article XIV. Tax on Prepared Food and Beverage. Chapter 32, Taxation. Code of
City of Roanoke (City Code) to provide for certain amendments relating to the City's Food and
Beverage Tax (Meals Tax). The first proposed amendment amends Section 32-284, City
Code, which provides for the levy of the Meals Tax. The current tax rate is five and one-half
(5.50) percent of the amount collected by a restaurant for the purchase of food sold in the
restaurant. The amendment increases the tax rate to six and one-half (6.50) percent of such
amount collected commencing July 1, 2025. Council will reevaluate the meals tax rate each
year to determine if this increase is still necessary.
The second proposed amendment is to add new Section 32-285.1, Compensation for
collection. Article XIV, Tax on Prepared Food and Beverage. Chapter 32. Taxation, City Code,
to provide restaurants a one and one half (1 .5) percent credit on the Meals Tax collected each
month. This credit serves to offset the restaurant's cost of collecting the Meals Tax each
month. In order to claim the credit. the Meals Tax must be paid timely each month.
Recommended Action:
For the aforementioned reasons, I recommend City Council adopt the accompanying
Ordinance amending Article XIV, Tax on Prepared Food and Beverage. Chapter 32, Taxation,
of the City Code.
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Laura Carini, Sr. Asst. City Attorney
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 12th day of May 2025.
No. 43196-051225.
AN ORDINANCE to appropriate funding from the FY 2026-2030 Update to the
Capital Improvement Program, amending and reordaining certain sections of the FY 2026
General, Capital Projects, and Grant Funds Appropriations, and dispensing with the
second reading by title of this ordinance.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that the following
sections of the FY 2026 General, Capital Projects, and Grant Funds Appropriations be,
and the same are hereby, amended and reordained to read and provide as follows:
General Fund
Appropriations
Capital Projects Contingency 308-1231-59220 $ 2,022,000
Revenues
Transfer from General Fund 308-1234-41037 $ 2,022,000
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of the City Charter, the second reading of
this ordinance by title is hereby dispensed with.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk. ��—
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
The 12th day of May 2025.
No. 43197-051225.
A RESOLUTION amending the School Funding Policy for funding the City's
School Division dated May 9, 2011, and as amended, that provides funding for Roanoke
City Public Schools;to clarify certain adjustments to the amount provided to Roanoke City
Public Schools; and adopting the Sixth Amended School Funding Policy.
WHEREAS, Council established the School Funding Policy dated May 9, 2011,
("Funding Policy"), by adoption of Resolution No. 39108-050911, adopted May 9, 2011,
wherein the City would provide annual funding to Roanoke City Public Schools
("Schools") an amount equal to 40% of local taxes received by the City less certain
adjustments set forth in the Funding Policy ("Adjustments");
WHEREAS, Council amended the School Funding Policy by adoption of
Resolution No. 39652-051313, adopted May 13, 2013, to include in the Adjustments the
1% increase in the Transient Occupancy Tax that Council allocated to the Roanoke Valley
Convention and Visitors Bureau, d/b/a Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge("Visit Virginia's Blue
Ridge"); and to eliminate references to the Meal Tax surcharge that expired as of July 1,
2012;
WHEREAS, Council further amended the School Funding Policy, as amended,by
adoption of Resolution No. 39932-051214, adopted May 12, 2014, to establish the date(s)
on which funding will be provided to the Schools;
WHEREAS, Council further amended the School Funding Policy, as amended,by
adoption of Resolution No. 40494-050916, adopted May 9, 2016,to correct the categories
of the Adjustments for the portion of the Transient Occupancy Tax paid to Visit Virginia's
Blue Ridge from 1/8th of the taxes collected to 3/8th of such tax collected;
WHEREAS, Council further amended the School Funding Policy, as amended, by
adoption of Resolution No. 41124-051418, adopted May 14, 2018, to add as Adjustments,
the revenues collected from The Berglund Center pertaining to Admissions Tax, including
events at Elmwood Park at which The Berglund Center collects the Admission Tax;
WHEREAS, Council further amended the School Funding Policy, as amended, by
adoption of Resolution No. 42931-051324, adopted May 13, 2024, to address year-end
surplus Local Taxes; and
WHEREAS,a Committee of Council propose an amendment to the School Funding
Policy, as amended, to address Fiscal Year 2026, which adjustment is made in response to
current fiscal constraints and will be reviewed annually.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Roanoke that:
1. The Funding Policy, as amended, is hereby amended by Council, in
accordance with the terms of the Sixth Amended School Funding Policy, a copy of which
is attached hereto.
2. The Sixth Amended School Funding Policy be and is hereby approved and
adopted as Council's policy with regard to funding the City's School Division.
3. The City Clerk is directed to transmit an attested copy of this resolution and
a copy of the Sixth Amended School Funding Policy, to the School Board of the City of
Roanoke, and to the School Superintendent.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
Sixth Amended School Funding Policy
The City of Roanoke will provide funding to Roanoke City Public Schools
(Schools) in an amount up to 40% of local taxes received by the City less those
adjustments noted below.
Effective for Fiscal Year 2026, the City of Roanoke will provide funding to.
Roanoke City Public Schools in an amount equal to the local appropriation
provided in Fiscal Year 2025. This adjustment is made in response to current
fiscal constraints and will be reviewed annually. The City remains committed to
meeting or exceeding all state-mandated funding requirements for public
education.
Local taxes shall be the total of General Property Taxes and Other Local. Taxes
as reported by the City of Roanoke1 plus the personal property tax relief funding
provided by the Commonwealth.
Adjustments shall include deduction of revenues from (i) the Downtown and
Williamson Road Special Services District real estate taxes; ,(ii) 3/8th of the
Transient Occupancy taxes provided to the Convention and Visitors Bureau d/b/a
Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge; (iii) amounts to be paid to private entities as
economic development incentive grants through current and future performance
agreements approved by City Council and the Economic Development Authority
of the City of Roanoke; and (iv) the revenues collected from the Berglund Center
pertaining to Admissions Tax, including events at Elmwood Park at which the
Berglund Center collects the Admissions Tax.
This methodology will be used during budget preparation to determine the
amount of funding appropriated for Schools. At the completion of the fiscal year,
60% of any year-end surplus Local Taxes received by the City, after adjustments,
will remain with the City. The other 40% of any year-end surplus Local Taxes,
after adjustments, will be allocated as deemed most appropriate by the Council
for the City of Roanoke (Council). Both the City Administration and the Schools
may submit proposed projects to the Council to be considered for allocation of
such 40% of year-end surplus funds. If there is a budget shortfall, the schools
will receive 40% of the actual Local Taxes received by the City, after
adjustments. This allocation of year-end surplus Local Taxes shall begin at the
end of the 2024/25 fiscal year.
The timeline for this funding shall be as follows:
During budget preparation for upcoming fiscal year:
On or before December 15th Preliminary budget
On or before March 1st Revised budget
On or before April 15th Final budget
1 As defined by the chart of accounts cited in the Uniform Financial Reporting Manual of the Auditor of Public Accounts
(http://www.apastate_va.us/LocalGovemment/manuals_cfm)_
For purposes of finalization of amounts paid/payable for fiscal year ending June
30tn:
On or before June 1st Projection of final amount for year for
purposes of adjusting June payment
On or before September 1st Preliminary adjustment of amount
provided during prior fiscal year
On or before November 1st Finalization of prior fiscal year amount
The funding computed using this methodology shall be provided to Schools to
cover operations and capital expenditures (whether funded through the operating
budget or by debt service on bonds or other forms of long term financing) for
equipment, property and buildings controlled by the School Board.
Coordination between the City and Schools for debt issuance planning shall take
place as part of the annual capital improvement plan to ensure ongoing
compliance with the City's debt policy.
As a part of the annual budget process, City and School administration shall
confer on annual salary and benefit adjustments for employees. In furtherance of
the School Board's obligations under City Charter §56, the School Board will
present their proposed annual budget before Council at the first Council meeting
August each year.
Funding of 1/12th the amount appropriated by City Council in adopting the City's
annual budget will be provided to Schools on the last day of each month or on
the last business day prior to the last day if the last day is not a business day.
This funding schedule shall become effective with the beginning of the fiscal year
2024/25.
This policy shall be reviewed at least every three years beginning in 2027 with
revisions made as necessary. City Council reserves the right to impose new
local taxes or increase current local taxes in order to fund specific needs of the
City other than education, and this policy will be revised upon implementation of
such changes.
Adopted by Roanoke City Council
May 9,2011, Resolution No. 39108-050911
Amended by Roanoke City Council—
May 13, 2013, Resolution No. 39652-051313
May 12, 2014, Resolution No. 39932-051214
May 9, 2016, Resolution No, 40494-050916
May 14, 2018, Resolution No.41124-051418
May 13, 2024, Resolution No.42931-051324
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City of Roanoke, Virginia
CITY COUNCIL RECESSED SESSION
(CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC WORKSHOP)
May 16, 2025
ROANOKE 8:30 AM
Blue Hills Communication Center
1830 Blue Hills Drive, NE
Roanoke, Virginia 24012
AGENDA
The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to
live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods
set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge.
1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present.
2. TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION:
• Communication Styles
• Our Leadership
• Governance Protocols
• City Council Goals, Vision and Strategies
• Wrap-up
• Next Steps
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THE CITY OF ROANOKE IS A SAFE, CARING AND ECONOMICALLY VIBRANT
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Communication Styles Summary
City Council Communication Styles
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Communication Styles Among City Council Members
According to the chart above, the predominant communication style among City Council
members is Assertive, with 86% identifying this as their dominant approach. The
remaining 14% primarily exhibit a Passive-Aggressive style. The term "dominant" refers
to the communication style an individual uses most consistently in professional
interactions.
It is important to note that no one relies solely on a single communication style. In
practice, all individuals draw on a range of styles—Assertive, Aggressive, Passive, and
Passive-Aggressive—depending on the topic, audience, and environment. Gaining
awareness of your dominant style, along with an understanding of the other styles,
enables you to adjust your communication effectively to suit various contexts.
Research conducted by McKinsey Global Institute, International Data Corporation, and
the Journal of Communication indicates that leaders spend approximately 80% of their
workday engaged in communication. This finding is directly relevant to the work of City
Council members. Strengthening communication skills is therefore essential to
enhancing interactions with residents, staff, and fellow Council members.
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Communication Styles Defined
Communication Graphical Definition
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Effective Communication
Now that you have a foundational understanding of communication styles, let us review
key guidelines to promote effective and respectful collaboration:
1. Encourage Inclusive Participation — Ensure that all individuals have the
opportunity to contribute their perspectives.
2. Conduct Regular Pulse Checks — Check in with participants throughout
meetings to gauge engagement and clarity.
3. Be Mindful of Tone — Maintain a professional and respectful tone in all verbal
communication.
4. Monitor Non-Verbal Communication — Remain aware of body language, facial
expressions, and other non-verbal cues that influence interactions.
5. Engage in Self-Reflection — Regularly assess your own communication
approach and its impact on the group.
6. Foster Team Reflection — Create space for the team to reflect on group
dynamics and communication effectiveness.
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The Gibbs Reflective Cycle ROANOKE
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The Gibbs Reflective Cycle
ACTION PLAN DESCRIPTION
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CONCLUSION FEELINGS
ANALYSIS EVALUATION
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The Purpose of the Gibbs Reflective Cycle
The Gibbs Reflective Cycle is a systematic process that individuals and team can use to
reflect upon and learn from their experiences at work. Originally developed by Professor
Graham Gibbs in his 1988 book, Learn by Doing, the Gibbs Reflective Cycle is a step-
by-step approach to analyzing and understanding the complexities of workplace
situations.
There are 6 stages to the Gibbs Reflective Cycle:
1. Description
• Objectively describe the situation or experience that is to be evaluated and
reflected upon. In this stage, you will provide details regarding the context and
individuals, as well as any relevant background information.
2. Feelings
• Next, explore your emotions during the experience in question. This is when
you will note the positive and negative feelings you had during the
experience. Identifying and acknowledging emotions is critical to gaining a
deeper understanding of the situation. It is also referred to as "emotional
agility" and helps you navigate your emotions effectively, allowing for more
adaptive responses.
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3. Evaluation ROANOKE
• You break down the experience into two areas —what went well and what
could have been improved. It is in this stage that you will assess the
strengths and weaknesses of your approach, considering both your actions
and the outcomes.
4. Analysis
• Determine the root cause of the underlying factors contributing to the
outcomes. This is where you'll begin making sense of what happened by
taking the details of what happened (stages 1 — 3) and the meaning behind it.
5. Conclusion
• Based on the analyses of the situation, summarize key !earnings from your
reflection. You will identify what you learned from this experience and the
insights you will apply to similar situations in the future.
6. Action Plan
• The last stage is to create an action plan based on your analysis and
conclusions outlining the specific steps to be followed to improve performance
or address any skill gaps. Here you will want to set measurable goals and
define actionable strategies to help you implement the lesson learned and
grow as an individual or team.
Bennet, M. (2023). The Gibbs Reflective Cycle, Niagara Institute. Retrieved on May 7, 2025 from
httos://www.niaciarainstitute.comibloq/qibbs-reflective-cycle.
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Gibbs Reflective Cycle Example ROANOKE
1. Description
During a recent City Council meeting, a heated discussion arose regarding budget
allocations for community development. One member raised concerns, but their points
were interrupted multiple times. Tension escalated, and the meeting lost focus, requiring
intervention from the Mayor to restore order.
2. Feelings
Individual Feelings
Initially, the felt frustrated by the disruption and concerned that the member's
perspective was being dismissed.
Team Feelings
Others on the team felt uneasy about the tone the conversation had taken, as it did not
reflect the professionalism we strive for in our meetings.
3. Evaluation
The situation highlighted both strengths and weaknesses. On one hand, members were
clearly passionate and engaged. However, the lack of respectful turn-taking and mindful
communication hindered productive dialogue and may have discouraged full
participation.
4. Analysis
... This situation revealed a gap in how we manage high-stakes conversations. It appears
that assertive communication was overtaken by more aggressive or passive-aggressive
behaviors under stress. Additionally, the absence of a clear method for managing
speaking turns contributed to the breakdown in communication.
5. Conclusion
In future meetings, we must ensure that all voices are heard respectfully. Establishing
ground rules and revisiting our group communication norms may help prevent similar
issues. As a team, we realized we need to be more proactive in addressing interruptions
or unproductive tones early in the conversation.
6. Action Plan
• Propose revisiting and reinforcing communication protocols at the beginning of
meetings.
• Support implementation of a timekeeper or facilitator role to manage discussions.
• Personally commit to modeling respectful communication, especially during tense
discussions.
• Encourage self- and team-reflection exercises on communication practices
quarterly.
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Gibbs Reflective Cycle Template
Step 1: Detail What Happened
When did this happen?
Who was involved?
What happened?
What was the
team's/individual's response?
What was the response of the
other people involved?
What was the outcome of this
situation?
Step 2:Explore Feelings and Reactions
What were your/the team's
feelings during the situation?
What were your/the team's
feelings before and after the
situation?
What do you think other people
were feeling about the
situation?
What do you think they feel
about the situation now?
What were you thinking during
the situation?
What do you think about the
situation now that some time
has passed?
Step 3: Evaluate What Worked and What Didn't
What worked?What was good
about the experience?
What didn't work?What was
bad about the experience?
What positive aspects did you,
the team,and others contribute
to the situation?
What negative aspects did you,
the team, and others contribute
to the situation?
Was the situation resolved in
the end?
Step 4: Determine the Root Cause
Why did things go well/badly?
Could you/the team respond in
a different way?
What could have been done
differently to improve the
situation?
Is there any theory or literature
that can explain what
happened?
Step 5: Summarize What Happened and What Was Learned
What was learned from this
situation?
What could have been done
differently to make this a more
positive experience for
everyone involved?
What can you/the team now do
better?
What skills(individual or team)
are needed to ensure a better
outcome next time?
Are there any new processes
that should be implemented to
ensure a better outcome?
'Now
Step 6:Create an Action Plan
What skills or behaviors need to
be developed?
What plans,policies, or
procedures need to be
implemented?
How will you/your team hold
each other accountable to
ensure the outcome is different
next time?
Challenges — from Individual Council Member Interviews
6 out of 7 Members listed this:
• BUSINESS ATTRACTION—BRINGING IN HIGHER PAYING JOBS
3 out of 7 Members listed these:
• Reducing Crime—especially through enhancing community policing
• Homelessness
2 out of 7 Members listed these:
• Affordable Housing
• Underleveraging community and regional partnerships—(WV was a negative)
• High poverty rate—average household income is lower than the overall region
• Compensation for City employees especially first responders
• Funding for schools
• Crime and especially gun violence
• Substance abuse especially opioid addiction
• Investment in livability especially recreation centers that are shuttered or dilapidated
• Federal government changes (loss of jobs, loss of grants, policy dictation)
Mentioned by 1 member
• Encouraging a more innovative City (Both on Council and with our Staff)
• Ensuring a balanced budget for the City
• Arts and culture—elevate our amenities
• After school programs for youth
• Urban forestry
• No climate action plan
• No Valley View redevelopment momentum