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Home My WebLink About01/05/26 - 03-16-26 ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION MINUTES IVI'Addll . „gay ROAN •KE Date: January 5, 2026 . Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building Council.Chamber, Room.450 . . 215 Church Avenue, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24011 CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members Nicolas Hagen, S. Terry McGuire, Phazhon T. Nash, Peter J. Volosin, Evelyn W. Powers, an. Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-6. Absent: Council Member Vivian Sanchez-Jones-1. The Mayor declared the existence of a uorum. Officers Present:"Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; Timothy R. Spencer, City Attorney; and Cecelia T. Webb, Deputy City CI rk. The Invocation was delivered by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Cobb. ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING: . Resolution Establishing a Meeting Schedule of City Council: The Mayor advised that the .first meeting of Council in January is considered to be the Organizational Meeting at which time the Council will adopt a resolution establishing the days, times, and places:of regular meetings to be held by Council during the ensuing months. 1 Council Member Volosin offered the fo lowing resolution: (#43333-010525) A RESOLUTION a tablishing a meeting schedule for City Council commencing January 1, 2026, and terminating December 31, 2026. Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adop ed by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Hagen, Mc uire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-O. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEM NTS: Mayor Cobb advised that, going forwa d, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" r announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the foil wing announcements: Council Member Powers "shouted-out" the City department's for their hard work in 2025 and exclaimed she was looking forwar to 2026 to accomplish great things. Council Member Volosin congratul ted the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission and Executive Director Mike St wart on the launch of the new nonstop flight from Roanoke to Dallas, Texas beginning in June, and acknowledged the one- year anniversary of the Council Members. Council Member Nash "shouted-out" the NAACP Roanoke Branch for their Jubilee Day event held on January 1 in w ich he was the keynote speaker. He explained that Jubilee Day celebrates the d y the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Vice-Mayor McGuire "shouted-out" the ity workers who keep the City running over the holidays, as well as the city's health clinic. He also welcomed city students back to school on January 5. Council Member Hagen "shouted-out" all employees who worked over the holidays, such as Fire-EMS and the Police dep rtment. Mayor Cobb "shouted-out" the most recent Fire-EMS graduating class, a group of folks who walked to Mill Mountain Star for a ihoto and encouraged all citizens to take care of one another. 2 1 Recognition of City Employees with 30, 35 and 40 years of Service: Mayor Cobb and Vice-Mayor McGuire recognized tenured employees and presented City gifts. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MA TERS:. The Mayor advised that City Council s is this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to Council, as she may deem appropriate. Airka Ortiz, appeared before the Council and voiced concerns with government processes and the lack of assistance. Jeremy Thomas, appeared before the ouncil and voiced concerns with the city's parking situation and opposition of the propos d casino. CONSENT AGENDA The Mayor advised that all matters isted under the Consent Agenda were considered to be routine by the Members o Council and would be enacted by one motion in the form, or forms, listed on the onsent Agenda, and if discussion were desired, the item would be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately. Personnel Matter: A communication fr m Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to d scuss the selection of a City Attorney for a term beginning March 1, 2026, pursuant to ection 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Contract Obligations: A communicati n from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning contract obligations involving a City-owned facility in the Central part of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(8) Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Award of Public Contract: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting o discuss the award of a public contract involving the expenditure of public funds, inclu ing interviews of bidders or offerors, and discussion of the terms or scope of such contr ct, where discussion in an open session would adversely affect the bargaining position r negotiating strategy of the public body, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(29), Code of irginia, (1950), as amended. 3 Prospective Business: A communic tion from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting o consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provisio 1 of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or industry where no previous announcem nt has been made of the business' or industry's interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the Northwest area of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A) 5), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Prospective Business: A communica ion from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to iscuss a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or i dustry where no previous announcement has been made of the business' or indust 's interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the region, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(5), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Legal Standards for Financing of Schools: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by outside legal counsel involving the legal stand rds for financing of the schools, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(8), Code of Virginia, (1 50), as amended. Public Hearing Request: Authorize th scheduling of a public hearing to be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 7:00 pm, or at such time as the matter may be heard, or at such other date and time as determine by the City Manager, to receive public comment regarding the proposed lease of a portion of City-owned property in the Center in the Square Parking Garage, locate at 11 Campbell Avenue, SE, Roanoke, Virginia, to The Orvis Company, Inc., for re ail space in the Center in the Square Parking Garage. Council Committee Assignments: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb recommending certain committee assign ents for the Members of City Council. Budget Calendar: Adoption of the Cal ndar of Events for Budget Development Activities for FY 2026-2027. Oath of Office: Report of qualification o the following individual: • Yvonne Johnson —Architectural Review :oard 4 Prospective Business: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that Council convene in a closed meeting to dis uss a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or indu try where no previous announcement has been made of the business' or industry's inte est in locating or expanding its facilities in the central part of the City, pursuant to Sectio 2.2-3711 (A)(5), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; and to discuss the disposition a I d/or lease of publicly held real property in the central part of the City, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the City, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. Council Member Volosin moved to adopt all matters on the consent agenda, as amended. The motion seconded by Counc I Member Powers and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Hagen, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-O. REGULAR AGENDA PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: None. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND COMM =NTS OF CITY MANAGER: CITY MANAGER: BRIEFING: November 2025 Budget and Actual Revenue and Expenditure Report Acquenatta Jackson-Harris, Deputy Di ector of Finance, delivered the City's preliminary budget report for November 202 She briefed Council on the following topics: • Revenue Summary for November 2025 o Local Taxes o Non-Local Taxes • Prepared Food and Beverages Revenue for 2024 and 2025 • Expenditure Summary for November 2025 o Temporary Employee Wages 5 o Overtime Wages Following brief comments and questions from City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Ms. Jackson-Harris for her excellent presentation. ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION: VSTOP Grant: The City Manage' submitted a written communication recommending acceptance and appropriation for the VSTOP Grant. Council Member Nash offered the following ordinance: (#43334-010526) AN ORDINANCE authorizing the acceptance of the 2026 VSTOP Grant made to the City of ROanokq. by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, authorizing execution of anYI required documentation on behalf of the City, appropriating funds detailed more ful infra, and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. Council Member Nash moved the doption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Hagen and ado ted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Hagen, McGt.Le, Nash, Volosin, Powers, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-0. COMMENTS OF CITY MANAGER: In response to multiple tragic DUI acci•ents in 2025, Community Engagement launched the "DUI Campaign: Drive Sober, -oanoke" initiative. Ahead of the holiday season, two testimonial videos were release. featuring Roanoke mothers who lost daughters to drunk driving, one produced in English with Spanish subtitles and the other in Spanish with English subtitles. The emotion:I messaging highlighted the dangers of impaired driving during a time associated ith increased alcohol use. While DUI prevention messaging was also shared in th- spring and fall, this holiday campaign generated the greatest level of attention and engagement. Within 24 hours, the videos received a combined 60,000 views across Fa ebook and Instagram, reflecting strong engagement and broad community impact. 6 Beyond the numbers, this campaign mI attered because it was rooted in real loss within our community. Working with Council Member Sanchez-Jones, staff intentionally centered the voices of Roanoke mothers, r cognizing that personal stories resonate more deeply than statistics and make the consequences of impaired driving real. Producing the videos in both English and Spanish was a deliberate choice to ensure the message was accessible, inclusive, and culturally respectful. The strong early engagement shows that people stopped, listened, and shared, demonstrating the power of authentic, community-driven messaging. ost importantly, the campaign avoided shaming and instead focused on empathy, accountability, and the lasting impact a single decision can have on families, reinforc ng the importance of prevention during a high-risk season. CITY ATTORNEY: BRIEFING: Urban Center Partial Real Estate Tax Exem stion Pro•ram David Collins, Deputy City Attorney, b iefed City Council on the Urban Center Partial Real Estate Tax Exemption Progra , which aims to encourage large-scale development in urban center—zoned district within rehabilitation, conservation, or redevelopment areas. The proposal requires applicants to su.mit an application to the Director of Real Estate Valuation for an initial development site consisting of no less than 100 acres. The developer would be required to invest a mini urn of $50 million in the initial site. This investment could be funded.by the developer r by other property owners within the site and must be achieved within seven years of th application's approval. Once the investment threshold is met parcels within the site would become eligible for a partial tax exemption. Property o i ners would then have 15 years to apply for the exemption for development projects. N lw construction must be completed within three years, while renovation projects must be ompleted within two years. After completion, the property would eceive a tax exemption based on the increase in assessed value, provided the post- mprovement value is at least 60 percent greater than the pre-improvement value. The a emption would remain with the property for 15 years, regardless of ownership. The program is intended to promote de Ielopment in challenging areas and bring vacant or underutilized land back into productive use. If Council has no concerns, the ordinance will be placed on the January 20 agenda for adoption. Mr. Collins introduced Kelvin Bratton Director of Real Estate Valuation, who. joined him in answering questions. Following Council discussion, Mayor Cobb thanked Mr. Collins for his informative presentation. DIRECTOR OF REAL ESTATE VALUATION BRIEFING,: Real Estate Reassessment Update Kelvin Bratton, Director of Real Estat- Valuation, provided an overview of the FY 2026-2027 General Reassessment R port. Mr. Bratton introduced staff in attendance consisting of Angela Arnold, Dep ty Director of Real Estate Valuation, and Sharon Williams, Executive Administrator. His presentation highlighted the following topics: • FY 2026-27 Real Estate Assessment Projections • Assessment History by Fiscal Year • New Construction History by Fiscal Yea • Residential Median Sales Price and Vol me of Sales • Proval Database - Residential Sales Ro noke City • Average Multi-Family Sales Price Per Unit • Commercial Sales Activity • Appealing an Assessment • Tax Relief Programs • Questions & Comments Following brief discussion by City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Mr. Bratton for the informative update. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION 0- ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: None. MOTION AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: 8 INQUIRIES AND/OR COMMENTS BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: Mayor Cobb requested a briefing on PARK Roanoke and city-owned parking facilities. The City Manager advised that the riefing would be added to the January 20, Council meeting. VACANCIES ON CERTAIN AUTHORITI S, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES APPOINTED BY COUNCIL: one. At 3:14 p.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess for a Closed meeting in the Council's Conference Room, thereafter to be reconvened in the Council Chamber. At 7:04 p.m., the Council meeting reconvened, in the Council Chamber with Mayor Cobb presiding. Certification of Closed Meeting: With respect to the Closed Meeting just concluded, Council Member Nash moved that each Member of City Council certify to the best of his or her knowledge that: (1) only ublic business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under the Vir inia Freedom of Information Act; and (2) only such public business matters as were ide 1 tified in any motion by which any Closed Meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered by City Council. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin nd adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Hagen, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-O. There being no further business, Mayor Cobb declared the meeting adjourned at 7:06 p.m. APPROVED A ES • la n' D44,,....____ ,,,, , celia T. Webb, CMC J•sephCobb Deputy City Clerk Mayor 9 ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION MINUTES We; ROANOKE Date: January 20, 2026 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building Council Chamber, Room 450 215 Church Avenue, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24011 CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members Vivian Sanchez-Jones, S. Terry McGuire, Phazhon T. Nash, Peter J. Volosin, Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. Hagen, and Mayor - Joseph L. Cobb-7. Absent: None-O. The Mayor declared the existence of a quorum. Officers Present: Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; David Collins, Deputy City Attorney; and Cecelia F. McCoy, City Clerk. The Invocation was delivered by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Recognition of'Roanoke Public Library Interns: The City Manager and Amber Lowery, Assistant Director, Roanoke Libraries, recognized the interns from Hollins University and-each intern shared her experience working at the libraries. 1 Presentation of.Citizen Centric Reports: The Office of Communications presented information from the Association of Government Accountants, who hosts an annual contest for college students and recognized each participant. Mayor Cobb advised that, going forward, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Member Hagen "shouted-out" the grand opening of the Rise Medical Dispensary and noted the expansion of the business from the City of Salem to the City of Roanoke. Council Member Sanchez-Jones "shouted-out" the promotions of the Fire-EMS staff from EMS Paramedic to Captain. Vice-Mayor McGuire thanked the Strong Towns Roanoke group and enjoyed their recent meeting exchanging ideas on how to make Roanoke a better place. Council Member Nash "shouted-out" the North Carolina A&T Alumni Association, who hosted a fantastic Martin Luther King, Jr., celebration breakfast on Monday, January 19. Council Member Volosin "shouted-outs' the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) for their Martin Luther King, Jr., day celebration and all the celebrations that occurred over the weekend. Council Member Powers "shouted-out" the Martin Luther King, Jr., celebration luncheon hosted by the SCLC on Saturday, January 17; and the Roanoke Police Department, who on January 9 graduated 6 new officers. Mayor Cobb commented that it was an honor to serve on committees for both Governor Spanberger and Lt. Governor Hashnai, and he attended the Inauguration on Saturday, January 17,' in Richmond, Virginia; and "shouted-out" the Hope and Home Task Force for the work they are doing in the community and announced the launch of the Mayor's Book Club, a partnership with the Roanoke Public Libraries, to come and talk about different subjects and bring your favorite books. He advised that the first meeting would be held at the downtown Main Library on January 21, at 12:00 pm. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The Mayor advised that City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to Council, as he may deem appropriate. 2 1 Guy Byrd, Jr. appeared before the Council and spoke in opposition to the proposed increase in the special events fees for downtown. Lisa Thompson appeared before the Council and spoke in opposition to the proposed increase in the special events fees for downtown. Frank McGuire appeared before the Council and spoke in opposition to the proposed increase in the special events fees for downtown. Scott Howard appeared before the Council and spoke in opposition to the proposed increase in the special events fees for downtown. Jason Martin appeared before the Council and spoke in opposition to the proposed increase in the special events fees for downtow ri . Molly Henry appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the proposed increase in the special events fees for downtown. David Camper appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the proposed increase in the special events fees for downtown. Molly Buffington appeared before the Council and spoke with concern about the proposed increase in the special events fees for downtown. Stephen Niamke appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the pandemic of senseless violence plaguing the community locally and abroad; promoted systemic approaches to encourage peace, justice and nonviolence. Virginia Sweet appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to reparative justice and the Evans Spring property. Brenda Hale appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the NAACP and the Evans Spring property. Richard Fife appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the development plan for the Evans Spring property. Sherman Bramford appeared before the Council and suggested Council scrap the current development plan for the Evans Spring property and create a new plan. Barbara Duerk appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to 2026 being the best year ever and encouraged all to participate in the Mayor's Bike Ride event. 3 Sylvia King appeared before the Council on behalf of B.R.A.A.G. to announce their Transit Equally event on February 4, 2026, at Melrose Plaza honoring Margie Jumper. Jane Gabrielle appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the nature art exhibit on the Fourth Floor of the Municipal Building and the beauty of the Evans Spring property. Emily Casey appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the decrease in funding to Roanoke City Public Schools. CONSENT AGENDA The Mayor advised that all matters listed under the Consent Agenda were considered to be routine by the Members of Council and would be enacted by one motion in the form, or forms, listed on the Consent Agenda, and if discussion were desired, the item would be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of City Council: Minutes of the regular meetings of Roanoke City Council held on Monday, December 1, 2025, and Monday, December 15, 2025; recessed until Monday, December 22, 2025; and Monday, January 5, 2026. Personnel Matter: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to discuss the selection of a City Attorney for a term beginning March 1, 2026, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Report of Qualification: Report of qualification of Nancy Dye as a member of the Mill Mountain Advisory Board to fill the unexpired term of office of James Davis ending June 30, 2028. Council Member Hagen moved to adopt all matters on the consent agenda, as amended. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. 4 REGULAR AGENDA PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: None. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND COMMENTS OF CITY MANAGER: CITY MANAGER: BRIEFINGS: FY27 OAA Applications to be Submitted to the State and Mid-Year Update Helen Ferguson, Strategic Projects and Grants Manager, introduced Emma Howard-Woods, Opioid Response Project Coordinator and they provided Council an update on the FY27 Opioid Abatement Authority funds. The following topics were covered during their presentation: • Background Information • Settlement or Award Distributed to Virginia • Projected Awards • FY 27 Funding Recommendations o Positive Youth Development Program: Family Service of Roanoke Valley o Certified Peer Recovery Specialists: Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare o The Grove on Patterson: The Twelve Foundation o Four Truths Recover Housing: Four Truths Recovery o Building & Expanding a Collaborative Regional Recovery Ecosystem: Roanoke Valley Collective Response o Harm Reduction Roanoke Valley: Virginia Harm Reduction Coalition o RAM Opioid Abatement Program: Roanoke Area Ministries o Bradley Free Clinic's HOPE Initiative o On Our Own of Roanoke Valley o Navigator Care Specialists: City of Roanoke Department of Social Services • Summary of Funding Recommendations Following brief comments by City Council, Mayor Cobb thank Ms. Ferguson and Ms. Howard-Woods for their presentation. 5 Updates to Handling Traffic Controls for Special Events Ross Campbell, Director of Public Works, briefed Council on an updates to handling traffic controls for special events. • Background o The number of events is up nearly 40 percent in 2025 compared to prior years including pre-COVID. • New Special Events Guide • Key Elements • Fees • Next Steps— 60 days Following brief comments by City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Mr. Campbell for the informative presentation. FY2026-2027 Budget Briefing The City Manager provided the introduction of the budget briefing. She introduced Trinity Kaseke, Budget Manager, who discussed the following topics: • FY 2026-2027 General Fund Revenue Summary o FY 2027 Revenue Increase Summary • FY 2026-2027 Revenue Projections by Category o FY 2027 Revenue Summary Projections o General Property Taxes o Other Local Taxes o Intergovernmental Taxes • Preliminary Balancing Status • Wrap-Up Following discussion by Members of City Council, Mayor thanked Ms. Turner and Mr. Kaseke for the thorough presentation. PARK Roanoke and City-owned Parking Facilities Update Brian Mann, Executive Enterprise Administrator, provided City Council an update on the City's parking facilities. He highlighted several key goals that been met or are in progress: • Transition to New Parking Management Company • Condition and Cleanliness of Parking Facilities 6 • Art Installation at Walk Down Henry Street • Service Industry Parking Program • On-Street Parking for Persons with Disabilities • Elevator Installation in Center in the Squ4e • Implementation Private Security at City Parking Garages and Lots • Expanding Security Staffing Levels to Double • Gateless Parking • Comprehensive Parking Study Mr. Mann introduced the following speakers from Metropolis: Alex Curtis, Senior Manager, Government Relations, John Kemp, !Regional Manager. He also introduced Scott Kitts, Senior Operations Manager at PARK Roanoke, and Jamie Cook, PARK Roanoke Operations Manager. Mr. Kitts and Mr. Curtis briefed City Council on the new era of parking in Roanoke and discussed the following topics: • SP+ Acquisition Details • Gateless Technology Rollout • Vision Technology • How it Works • Success Metrics • Using Pay Stations • Data Security and Privacy Following brief comments by Council, Mayor thanked the team for the presentation. ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION: Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Revenue Sharing Funding for Downtown — 1st Street SW Drainage Improvement Project: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending acceptance and appropriation of Additional Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Revenue Sharing Funding for Downtown — 1st Street SW Drainage Improvement Project. Council Member Powers offered the following ordinance: (#43335-012026) AN ORDINANCE aut orizing the acceptance of additional Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Revenue Sharing Funding for the Downtown — 1st Street SW Drainage Improvement Project; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute and file appropriate documents to obtain such funds, as detailed more fully infra; and dispensing with the second reading of this Ordinance by title. Council Member Powers moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-0. 2026-2028 Operation Ceasefire Grant: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending acceptance and appropriation of the 2026-2028 Operation Ceasefire Grant. Council Member Volosin offered the following ordinance: (#43336-012026)AN ORDINANCE authorizing the acceptance of the 2026-2028 Operation Ceasefire Grant made to the City !of Roanoke by the Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Criminal Justice Services, authorizing execution of any required documents on behalf of the City, appropriating funds detailed more fully infra, and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Hagen and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council !Members Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. 8 Acquisition of Real Property Rights: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending acquisition of real property rights needed to continue the mass grading plan for Tract 8. Council Member,Hagen offered the following ordinance: (#43337-012026) AN ORDINANCE providing for the acquisition of real property rights needed for the development of City-owned property bearing Roanoke Official Tax Map Nos. 7320101 and 7320102 located at the Roanoke Centre for Industry and Technology; authorizing City staff to acquire such property rights by negotiation for the City; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute appropriate acquisition documents; and dispensing with the second reading of this Ordinance by title. Council Member Hagen moved the a option of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council.Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. Amended School Funding Policy: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending adoption of the seventh amended school funding policy. "Statement of Conflict of Interest I, S. Terry McGuire, Vice Mayor of Roanoke City Council, state that I have a personal interest in agenda Item 7 (1) (d), Adoption of the Seventh Amended School Funding Policy, and Item 7 (1) (e), Re-appropriation of FY25 true-up funds and capital fund balance for Roanoke City Public Schools, as these items involve funding of the School Board of the City of Roanoke and because I am an employee of the School Board of the City of Roanoke. Therefore, in accordance with Virginia Code Section 2.2-3112, I will refrain from participation in this matter. I ask that the City Clerk accept this statement and ask that it be made a part of the minutes of this meeting. Witness the following signature made this 20th day of January 2026. S/S. Terry McGuire S. Terry McGuire, Roanoke City Council" 9 "Statement of Conflict of Interest I, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, a member of Roanoke City Council, state that I have a personal interest in agenda Item 7 (1) (d), Adoption of the Seventh Amended School Funding Policy, and Item 7 (1) (e), Re-appropriation of FY25 true-up funds and capital fund balance for Roanoke City Public Schools, as these items involve funding of the School Board of the City of Roanoke and because I am an employee of the School Board of the City of Roanoke. Therefore, in accordance with Virginia Code Section 2.2-3112, I will refrain from participation in this matter. I ask that the City Clerk accept this statement and ask that it be made a part of the minutes of this meeting. Witness the following signature made this 20th day of January 2026. SNivian Sanchez-Jones Vivian Sanchez-Jones, Roanoke City Council" Council Member Powers offered the following resolution: (#43338-012026) 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 Seventh Amended School Funding Policy. Council Member Powers moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, and Mayor Cobb-4. Nays: Council Member Hagen-1. (Vice-Mayor McGuire and Council Member Sanchez-Jones left the dais.) 10 Re-appropriation of FY25 True-up Funds and Capital Fund Balance for Roanoke City Public Schools: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending re-appropriation of FY25 true-up funds and capital fund balance for Roanoke City Public Schools. "Statement of Conflict of Interest I, S. Terry McGuire, Vice Mayor of Roanoke City Council, state that I have a personal interest in agenda Item 7 (1) (d), Adoption of the Seventh Amended School Funding Policy, and Item 7 (1) (e), Re-appropriation of FY25 true-up funds and capital fund balance for Roanoke City Public Schools, as these items involve funding of the School Board of the City of Roanoke and because I am an employee of the School Board of the City of Roanoke. Therefore, in accordance with Virginia Code Section 2.2-3112, I will refrain from participation in this matter. I ask that the City Clerk accept this statement and ask that it be made a part of the;minutes of this meeting. Witness the following signature made this 20th day of January 2026. S/S. Terry McGuire S. Terry McGuire, Roanoke City Council" "Statement of Conflict of Interest I, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, a member of Roanoke City Council, state that I have a personal interest in agenda Item 7 (1) (d), Adoption of the Seventh Amended School Funding Policy, and Item 7 (1) (e), Re-appropriation of FY25 true-up funds and capital fund balance for Roanoke City Public Schools as these items involve funding of the School Board of the City of Roanoke and because I am an employee of the School Board of the City of Roanoke. Therefore, in accordance with Virginia C de Section 2.2-3112, I will refrain from participation in this matter. I ask that the City Clerk accept this statement and ask that it be made a part of the minutes of this meeting. Witness the following signature made this 20th day of January 2026. S/Vivian Sanchez-Jones 11 Vivian Sanchez-Jones, Roanoke City Council" Council Member iPowers offered the following budget ordinance: (#43339-012026) AN ORDINANCE to reappropriate Prior Year City Funding of Schools for Capital Needs, for the acquisition an'd placement of modular classrooms at Patrick Henry High School and William Fleming High School amending and re-ordaining certain sections of the :2025-2026, School Grant Fund Appropriations and dispensing with the second reading by title of this ordinance 1 Council Member Powers moved the adoption of the budget ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and Mayor Cobb-5. Nays: None-O. (Vice-Mayor McGuire and Council Member Sanchez-Jones left the dais.) Agreement with the Virginia Department of Health for Continued Operation of the Roanoke Health Department: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending execution of an agreement with the Virginia Department of Health for continued operation of the Roanoke Health Department. Council Member Volosin offered the following resolution: (#43340-012026)A RESOLUTION authorizing the proper City officials to approve a Local Government Agreement ("Agreement") between the City Council for the City of Roanoke, Virginia and the Virginia Department of Health ("VDH"); and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to take such actions and execute such documents as may be necessary to provide for the implementation, administration, and enforcement of such agreement. Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Powers and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-0. (Council Member Sanchez-Jones was not present during the vote.) 12 COMMENTS OF CITY MANAGER: The City Manager offered the following comments: We are getting ready to hold a ribbon cutting for the long-awaited Wasena Skate Park and Pump Track. ' The Ribbon Cutting will be held on Friday, January 30th at 2:00 pm. The play area at Williamson Road Library in Esperanza Plaza will officially open with a ribbon- cutting ceremony on Friday, February 6, at 10:00 a.m. The opening will highlight community connectivity and introduce a saf gathering space for families. As a reminder, this project was made possible through the Safer Communities Grant. Roanoke Parks & Recreation and City Emergency Management Services have collaborated to acquire,a Perry Weather Station for Elmwood Park. The on-site weather station monitors real-time conditions and triggers custom alerts to sirens and mobile devices, including automatic all-clear notifications, enhancing safety for teams and ensuring smooth operations during events. Staff from both departments recently met with Facilities Maintenance to determine the optimal location for installation, which is scheduled to occur in the coming weeks. The weather station will be connected to direct power and will not include a solar panel. In addition, Emergency Management has submitted a grant application for a second Perry Weather Station at River's Edge Park. The addition of this station will further improve safety for all events and athletic activities at the park. The consultant team developing designs for the outdoor community stage at Gainsboro Library has advanced the initial concept. In coordination with library staff, a public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, at 6:00 p.m. at Gainsboro Library. Community members will have the opportunity to review renderings of the initial concept and provide feedback to guide further design development. HAT is actively preparing for the Winer Point-in-Time Count. An electronic survey format will be used again this year, with revisions made to improve efficiency and ensure consistent collection of key data reported to HUD. Registration for survey volunteers is now open. A training session for student volunteers from Radford University—Carillon was held on Wednesday, January 14. HAT staff are conducting site scouting to update location lists for each of thile eight street count teams. The Winter Point-in-Time Count will take place on the night of Wednesday, January 28, with street teams conducting the unsheltered count early the following morning, January 29. 13 Public Matters Follow-Up: Helen Ferguson, Strategic Projects and Grants Manager, reported on the following matters from the December 15 and January 5 City Council Meetings: Greenway Access Follow-Up Garrett Robinson spoke at the November 17 Council meeting about maintaining greenway access during the construction of the iley Drive low water bridge. Mr. Campbell shared the following statement, which has been sent to another resident, as well. "Thank you for reaching out and for your commitment to the Roanoke River Greenway. We agree that this bridge is an important connection, and we understand why maintaining access during construction is a major concern. After a detailed engineering review, we want to be clar: there is no safe or feasible way to keep the Greenway open at this location while the bridge is being replaced. The existing structure must be removed all at once, and the limited right-of-way leaves no room for a temporary path. Environmental regulations also require the contractor to work within a cofferdam and keep at least half the river open at all times, which further restricts available space. Any attempt to keep a pedestrian corridor open would put users directly beside heavy construction activity and unstable bridge components. Because; of these constraints, we must choose between keeping the current bridge area open or replacing it. Unfortunately, we cannot safely do both. During the anticipated nine-month closure, a signed detour will direct Greenway users to cross the Wasena Bridge, travel through Highland Park, connect with Franklin Rd at Walnut, and cross at Reserve to reconnect with the Roanoke River Greenway in Rivers Edge Park. We recognize the importance of transparency. Public review of the design and construction plan will occur in February, once required easements are secured. At that time, the community will be able to see the plans, ask questions, and share feedback. We appreciate your advocacy for the Greenway and look forward to working with the community to deliver a safer, more reliable bridge as efficiently as possible." Zoning Text Amendment Updates Anthony Stavola and Owen McGuire requested an update on the study of the adopted zoning reforms. Mr. Hagen submitted this as a Council Member Initiative. Report Back: Ms. O'Brien gave an update to City Council during the 2:00 pm session on December 15, and the following information comes from her report. 14 Three Council Member Initiatives have been grouped together to streamline the process for the Planning Department, making efficient use of both staff time and community engagement opportunities. Community meetings at libraries starting January 21. Research and drafting have already begun and will continue through the end of this month. A period of public engagement and stakeholder input is underway with a series of community meetings scheduled during the last two'weeks of January. The research and input will be collected and staff will deliver briefings to City Council and the Planning Commission during February and March. The proposed date for City Council adoption is April 20, 2026, after which staff will work toward full implementation and communication with residents. More information about the community meetings can be found on the City's webpage and residents are invited to learn more and provide feedback at www.roanokeva.qov/proiects. Mayor Cobb inquired about the projectioin of the opening of the Roanoke River Greenway during the construction of the Wiley Drive low bridge. CITY ATTORNEY: Code Amendment to Add the Addition of New Division 5D: The City Attorney submitted a written communication recommending amendment of Article II, Real Estate Taxes Generally, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke, by the addition of new Division 5D, Partial Exemption of Certain Real Property Located in Redevelopment or Conservation Areas or Rehabilitation District Zoned Urban Center. Council Member Volosin offered the following ordinance: (#43341-012026) AN ORDINANCE adding new Division 5D, Partial Exemption of Certain Real Property Located in Redevelopment or Conservation Areas or Rehabilitation Districts Zoned Urban Center, iVIticle II, Real Estate Taxes Generally, of Chapter 32, Taxation, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, which provides for partial real estate tax exemption for new structures or other improvements to real estate located in a redevelopment or conservation area or rehabilitation district upon certain conditions being met; providing for an effective date; and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. 15 4 Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Hagen and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. DIRECTOR OF REAL ESTATE VALUATION: None. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: REPORTS OF CERTAIN AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS IN WHICH CITY COUNCIL SERVE AS LIAISONS OR APPOINTEES: Council Member Nash briefed Council on the 2025 gun violence statistics. Overall there was a decrease of incidents in the City. Various Educational Programs: The Roanoke City School Board submitted a written report requesting appropriation of funds for various educational programs; and a report of the City Manager recommending that City Council concur in the request. "Statement of Conflict of Interest I, S. Terry McGuire, Vice Mayor of Roanoke City Council, state that I have a personal interest in agenda item 8 (1), A report of the Roanoke City School Board requesting appropriation of funds for various educational programs; and a report of the City Manager recommendinq that City Council concur in the request, as this item involves funding of the School Board of the City of Roanoke, and because I am an employee of the School Board of the City of Roanoke. Therefore, in accordance with Virginia Code Section 2.2-3112, I will refrain from participation in this matter. I ask that the City Clerk accept this statement and ask that it be made a part of the minutes of this meeting. Witness the following signature made this 20th day of January 2026. S/S. Terry McGuire S. Terry McGuire, Vice-Mayor" 16 "Statement of Conflict of Interest I, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, a member of Roanoke City Council, state that I have a personal interest in agenda item 8 (1), A report of the Roanoke City School Board requestinq appropriation of funds for various educational programs; and a report of the City Manager recommending that City Council concur in the request, as this item involves funding of the School Board of the City of Roanoke, and because I am an employee of the School Board of the City of Roanoke. Therefore, in accordance with Virginia Code Section 2.2-3112, I will refrain from participation in this matter. I ask that the City Clerk accept this statement and ask that it be made a part of the minutes of this meeting. Witness the following signature made this 20th day of January 2026. S/Vivian Sanchez-Jones Vivian Sanchez-Jones, Council Member" (Vice-Mayor McGuire and Council Member Sanchez-Jones left the dais.) Council Member Nash offered the following ordinance: (#43342-012026) AN ORDINANCE to appropriate funding from the Commonwealth, federal and private grant for various educational programs, amending and re-ordaining certain sections of the 2025-2026 School Grant Fund Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026,; and dispensing with the second reading by title of this ordinance. Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the budget ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and Mayor Cobb-5. Nays: None-0. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. 17 INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OR ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: Fare Free Election Day: Council Member Hagen offered the following resolution approving and affirming the action taken by the Greater Roanoke Transit Company (GRTC) d/b/a Valley Metro to implement Fare Free Transit Equity Day for Wednesday, February 4, 2026: (#43343-012026) A RESOLUTION approving and affirming the action taken by the Greater Roanoke Transit Company (GRTC) d/b/a Valley Metro to implement Fare Free Transit Equity Day Service for Wednesday, February 4, 2026; and authorizing the City Manager to take any necessary action to accomplish such fare. Council Member Hagen moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Sanchez-Jones and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and.Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-0. , MOTION AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: INQUIRIES AND/OR COMMENTS BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: None. VACANCIES ON CERTAIN AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES APPOINTED BY COUNCIL: None. At 6:04 p.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess for a Closed meeting in the Council's Conference Room, and thereafter to be reconvened at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber. At 7:00 p.m., the Council meeting reconvened in the Council Chamber, with Mayor Cobb.presiding.: 18 CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members Vivian Sanchez-Jones, S. Terry McGuire, Phazhon T. Nash, Peter J. Volosin, Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. Hagen, and Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-7. Absent: None-O. The Mayor declared the existence of a q orum. Officers Present: Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; David Collins, Deputy City Attorney; and Cecelia F. McCoy, City Clerk. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Catina Martin, Pastor, Belmont Christian Church. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Certification of Closed Meeting: Wi-h respect to the Closed Meeting just _ concluded, Vice-Mayor McGuire moved that each Member of City Council certify to the best of his or her knowledge that: (1) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and (2) only such public business matters as were identified in any motion by which any Closed Meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered by City Council. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Recognition of the Fall Football winners: Mayor Cobb recognized the 10U and 12U Tackle Football Teams and Milton Hardy, Athletics Coordinator, presented trophies to each team coach. Recognition of the Student of the Year: Cindy McFall, Director, Parks and Recreation, recognized and presented a certificate to Andre Chapman, 2025 Student of the Year. 19 { PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The Mayor advised that City Council sets this time as a. priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to Council, as he may deem appropriate. Rosemary St. Jacques appeared before tie Council and spoke with regard to the Evans Spring property. Misty Dawn Vickers appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the decrease in school funding. Chris Carter appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to changes and challenges that the federal government has created. Dr. Jack Leff appeared before the Council and spoke in opposition to the decrease in school funding from 40 to 34 percent. Jordan Coleman appeared before the Council and spoke on behalf of teachers and employees of Roanoke City Public Schools. Casey Carlson appeared before the Council and spoke on behalf of teachers and students directly impacted by the decrease in school funding. Michelle Brooks appeared before the. Council and expressed disappointment about the increase in funding for the schools. Jill King appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the teachers and students directly impacted by the decrease in school funding. Matthew Placido appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the decrease in school funding. Karen Musgrove appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the decrease in school funding. Stephen Niamke appeared before the Council and suggested Council construct a new development plan for the Evans Spring property. Richard Fife appeared before the Council and spoke in support of preserving the Evans Spring property. 20 Joanne Hayden appeared before the Council and spoke in support of preserving the Evans Spring property. Debra Carter appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the incident and tragic death at a Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority housing complex, which was not addressed until several days following the incident. Theresa Gill-Walker appeared before the Council and spoke in support of preserving the Evans Spring property and expressed the data center in Botetourt may cause an ozone problem. There being no further business, Mayor Cobb declared the meeting adjourned at 8:14 p.m. APPROVED ATTEST: e_ze.teei .4-, we-e-er Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC JosepCogiLia64kCobb City Clerk Mayor 21 ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION MINUTES Mgram ROANOKE Date: February 2, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. , Location: Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building Council Chamber, Room 450 215 Church'Avenue, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24011 CALL TO ORDER: i Present: Council Members S. Terry McGuire, Phazhon T. Nash, Peter J. Volosin, Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. Hagen, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, and Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-7. Absent: None-0. The Mayor declared the existence of a quorum. Officers Present: Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; Timothy R. Spencer, City Attorney; and Cecelia F. McCoy, City Clerk. Gun Violence Prevention Commission Members Present: Brandy Campbell, Kathy Cohen, Joshua Johnson, Catherine Koebel (arrived at 8:12 a.m.), Valerie Koeppel, and Jared Rose-6. Gun Violence Prevention Commission Members Absent: Amy Hodge, Elliott Major, and David Howrd-3. Representing the City of Roanoke: Scott Booth, Chief of Police, and Adam Puckett, Deputy Police'Chief. 1 Mayor Cobb welcomed the Gun Violence Prevention Commission members to the meeting. He expressed gratitude for City Council's willingness to convene collaboratively and to discuss prevention framework. Deputy Chief:Puckett gave a detailed overview of the End of Year Report — 2025 noting that in 2025 there were nine incidents of gun related homicides compared to FY 2024 at 10. By Zones, there were four gun violence incidents in Zone 1 (Southeast); three gun violence incidents in Zone 2 (Northeast); four gun violence incidents in Zone 3 (Southwest) and 14 gun violence incidents in Zone 4 (Northwest). Deputy Chief Puckett continued by sharing information regarding aggravated assaults, suicides, and firearm suicides by location, homicides and aggravated assaults. He provided the statistics on incident times; in which most occur 6:00 p.m. through 11:00 p.m. He reported on case statuses of active at 6 and closed by arrest which were 16 cases, clearance ratesof aggravated assaults and homicides involving victims struck by gunfire, where the case is closed whether by arrest of the victim or whether the Commonwealth declines prosecution was reported at 72%. Lastly, Deputy Chief Puckett advised that there was a 51% reduction in gun- related homicide incidents during most recent two-year period (2024/2025), 19 homicides when compared to prior two-year period (2022/2023), 39 fatal shootings. He also reported that in 2024, overall police use of force decreased 46% compared to 2024; incidents involving at least one use of force declined 37% from 2023; and no officer-involved shootings occurred. In 2025, officers resolved volatile situations earlier, with fewer officers and less force, while maintaining officer and public safety. Council Member Volosin and Mayor Cobb inquired about drug deal incidents, types of suicide incidents, and strategies to reduce gun violence in the northwest zone. Vice-Mayor McGuire commented that the information reported was very helpful and indicated positive direction of the Police force and City of Roanoke. Following the;presentation, Chairman Cohen thanked the Police Department for their continued hard Work and expressed app eciation for their ongoing support. She stated that we should not take our foot off the gas pedal and emphasized that the Gun Violence Prevention Commission needed funding to continue its successful efforts. She also suggested a book that Chief Booth recommended, "Bleeding Out" The Devastating Consequences of Urban Violence and a Bold New Plan for Peace in the Streets" that offers approaches, foundational principals, and practical solutions to the national emergency of urban violence — and challenges readers to demand action. 2 Chairman Cohen asked each commission member to introduce themselves which was followed by discussion regarding their respective areas of concern, City Council members posed questions to commission members for clarification and understanding. Chairman Cohen gave closing remarks regarding the future direction of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission. Mayor Cobb expressed gratitude to the Commission members and advised that the information presented was very engaging and looked forward to continued collaboration. He acknowledged the need for continued funding and recognized Governors Northam and Youngkin, as well as Attorney Generals Herring and Miyares for their consist support of the City of Roanoke which has been extremely helpful and a significant source of funding to the Gun Violence Prevention Commission. Chairman Cohen adjourned the meeting of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission at 10:10 a.m. There being no further business, Mayor Cobb declared the City Council Meeting in recess at 10:10 a.m.l At 10:21 a.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess for a Legislative Committee meeting in the Council Chamber. At 10:55 a.m., the Council meeting reconvened, in the Council Chamber, Room 450, fourth floor, Noel C. Taylor Building, 215 Church Avenue, S. W., for the remainder of the agenda, with Mayor Joseph L. Cobb presiding. ITEMS FOR ACTION: Declaration of a Local Emergency: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending adoption of a resolution ratifying the City Manager's declaration of a local emergency; conferring emergency powers in the City Manager as Director of Emergency Management. Council Member Hagen offered the following resolution: (#43344-020226) A RESOLUTION confirming the City Manager's declaration of a local emergency; conferring emergency powers in the City Manager as Director of Emergency Management; authorizing the City Manager to make application for Federal and State public assistance to deal with such emergency; designating a fiscal agent and an agent for submission of financial information for the City; and calling upon the Federal and State governments for assistance. 3 Council Member Hagen, moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Sanchez-Jones and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. • I Parking Fees During Winter Storm: The City Manager submitted a written communication :recommending approving, affirming and ratifying the waiving of parking fees for City parking garages and on-street parking from January 24-30, 2026, due to an incoming winter storm. i Council Member Volosin offered the following ordinance: (#43345-020226) AN ORDINANCE approving, affirming, and ratifying the action taken by the City Manager declaring that a state of local emergency exists throughout the City of Roanoke ("City") and implementing that the parking fees for City.parking garages and on-street, parking are waived fora period of time during the emergency; and authorizing the City Manager to take any necessary action to accomplish waiving parking fees for City parking garages and on-street parking. Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Powers and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. i Vacancies on Certain Authorities, Boards, Commissions and Committees Appointed by Council: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that the Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by the Council, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. • Architectural Review Board • City Planning'Commission • Roanoke Arts Commission • Board of ZoningiAppeals • Economic Development Authority • Fair Housing Board 4 t • Gun Violence.Prevention Commission , • Human Services Advisory Board • Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates • Roanoke Public'Library Board • Towing Advisory Board Council Member Hagen moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council !Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. Legal Counsel: A communication from, the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney involving the cooperation between governmental agencies, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(8), Code of Virginia (1950);, as amended. Council Member Volosin moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council (Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cob6-7. ` Nays: None-O. ; Publicly Owned Property: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting for the purpose of discussing possible disposal of publicly owned property in the Central part of the City of Roanoke, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy :of the public body, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3), Code of Virginia (1950), as amelnded. Council Member; Powers moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council Member Sanchez-Jones and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. 1 5 Real Estate Transaction: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney regarding a real estate transaction in the Southwest part of the City, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(8), Code of Virginiaf(1950), as amended. Council Member Powers moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cob6-7. Nays: None-O. Disposal of Publicly Owned Property: communication from the City Attorney requesting that Council convene in a Closed Meeting for the purpose of discussing possible disposal of publicly owned property in the Central part of the City, where discussion in an ope I meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. Council Member Hagen moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council IMembers McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-0. ITEMS LISTED ON THE 2:00 P.M. COUNCIL DOCKET REQUIRING DISCUSSION/CLARIFICATION AND ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE 2:00 P.M. AGENDA: None. TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: None. I BRIEFINGS: Council Member Initiatives 1 Wayne Leftwitch, briefed Council on updates related to the Council Member Initiatives. He discussed the following topics: • Overview • Residential Zoning and Housing Development 6 i I • Missing Middle Housing • Housing Density • Proposed Changes • New Uses • Updates to Zoning Use Tables • Zoning Code Updates and Other Items • Evans Spring • Public Engagement • Next Steps Following brief comments by City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Mr. Leftwich for the presentation. Code Amendment (Transient Occupancy Tax) 1 David Collins, Deputy City Attorney, briefed Council on the proposed code amendment related to!the Transient Occupancy Tax. The change would bring it in alignment with current state tax code provisions. Under City Code, the provider collecting the tax, for example a hotel, is obligated to hold it in a trust for remittance to the city. With the proliferation of third parties facilitating hotel room rentals, such as Airbnbs, the General Assembly has made changes to state code to require these third parties now known as accommodations intermediaries to collect addresses of the providers, gross receipts and other information including remittance of the tax and send those in to the locality. The General Assembly's recent changes removed some of the language that these platforms were using as an argument that they did not have to comply with the statute. The new legislation exempts accommodation providers such as hotels from having to remit the monthly tax and report if the accommodation providers sign an annual attestation attesting that their room sales are facilitated by an accommodations intermediary. The proposed code amendments make several amendments to update the. language to bring if consist with state code. Adoption of this ordinance will bring changes to ensure consistency and uniformity with other localities who are similarly amending their statutes. in the same manner and ensure a more consistent collection of the tax. Mr. Collins introduced Ryan LaFountain, Commissioner of Revenue, to answer questions. Following brief comments by City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Mr. Collins and Mr. LaFountain for the presentation. i FY 2026-202/ Budget Briefing The City Manager began the capital improvement program briefing and introduced Tanya Catron, CIP Finance Manager, who discussed on the following topics: • Overview • Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Debt Issuance Process • Debt Management Policy and CIP • Self-Imposed Debt Limits • General Fund — Permanent Debt • Enterprise Funds - Debt • Current CIP Projects • Deferred Capital}Maintenance • Bond Anticipation Notes • Planned Bond Issuances • CIP Projects Re 'moved • Planned Bond Issuances — Revised Ms. Catron introduced David Rose, Senior Vice President and Manager of Public Finance, to present the analysis from Davenport on the debt service. He spoke on the following topics: • Background • General Fund Existing Permanent Debt Service • Total General Fund Existing Debt Service • Background for General Fund CIP Analysis • Assumptions 1 o Scenario 1A— Projected General Fund Debt Service o Scenario 2A— Projected General Fund Debt Service • Summary Observations • Recommendations • Recap and Next Steps Following brief comments by City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Ms. Catron and Mr. Rose for the presentation. At 12:29 p.m.,.the Mayor declared the meeting in recess for Closed Meetings in the Council's Conference Room, and thereafter'to be reconvened at 2:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber. 8 ' f i At 2:00 p.m., the Council meeting reconvened in the Council Chamber, with Mayor Joseph L. Cobb presiding. CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members S. Terry McGuire, Phazhon T. Nash, Peter J. Volosin, Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. Hage1n, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, and Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-7. Absent: None-O. The Mayor declared the existence of a quorum. Officers Present: Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; Timothy R. Spencer, City Attorney; and Cecelia FL McCoy, City Clerk. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Carter Mundy, Pastor, Redemption Church. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb.' PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Roanoke Police Department celebrates 10th CALEA Accreditation: Travis Parrish, Director of Client Services and Relations for the Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) presented a plaque to Scott Booth, Chief of Police and several police officers and police department staff in attendance. Recognition of Alicia Cundiff, Department of Economic Development: The City Manager recognized Ms. Cundiff, who received the 2025 Rising Star Award from the Virginia Economic Development Association. • Mayor Cobb advised that going forward, the 2:00 p.m. meeting would begin with "shout-outs"Council Members providing or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Memberl Hagen "shouted-out" the Roanoke Rescue Mission Drumstick Dash held on Thanksgiving morning which had 8,000 participants and acknowledged himself as a participant. Mayor Cobb advised that, going forward, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: 9 1 Council Member Nash "shouted-out" February as Black History Month, advised that there were so many events taking place this month to honor national and local black history, and encouraged the public to check out the Grandin Theater, Harrison Museum of African American Culture and Arts Reach for events. Council Member Volosin thanked everyone who worked in the Department of Public Works on the snow removal over the pat week and "shouted-out" everyone who assisted with the Point;in-Time count and warming shelters for the homeless population. Council Member Powers "shouted-out" the Department of Public Works, the City Manager's Office and I public safety staff who Fall worked together through the recent snow event and commented that the citizens'were fortunate to live in a City where everyone cares for each other. Vice-Mayor McGuire "shouted-out" City' staff, the Department of Public Works and the Department of Parks and Recreation, who kept the greenways clear and commented that he was impressed with how neighbors came together to help those who couldn't clear driveways and sidewalks. Council Member Sanchez-Jones "shouted-out" the Department of Public Works and all the City staff that kept things running, and thanked the residents for their patience. Council Member Hagen echoed the; sentiments of his colleagues and commented that he did, not recall a past storm involving snow, ice and bitter cold for so long. Mayor Cobb thanked the agencies that created warming shelters for the homeless, which included Red Cross, Rescue Mission, RAM House, The Least of These Ministries, Belmont Presbyterian Church and the House of Hope. j I HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The Mayor advised that City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to Council, as he; may deem appropriate. I Reverend Carter Mundy appeared before the Council and spoke to encourage the Council, thanked the staff for their hard ork and commented that when Council succeeds the City succeeds. 10 CONSENT AGENDA The Mayor advised that all matters listed under the Consent Agenda were considered to be routine by the Members of Council and would be enacted by one motion in the form, or forms, listed on the Consent Agenda, and if discussion were desired, the item would be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately: Request for Public Hearing: Request to schedule an advertisement for a public hearing to be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 7:00 pm, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard or determined by the City Manager, to receive public comment on the proposed lease agreement between he City of Roanoke and The Orvis Company, Inc., for approximately 3,000 square feet of retail space within the Center in the Square Garage, located at 11 Campbell Avenue SE, Roanoke, Virginia. Oaths of Office: Reports of qualifications of tthe following individuals: • Sandra Rorrer;— Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates • Brandy Campbell — Gun Violence Prevention Commission • Jennifer Boswell l—Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, Board of Directors • Christopher Miiller— Board of Zoning Appeals Council Member'Hagen moved to adopt all matters on the consent agenda. The motion seconded by Council Volosin and adopted by the following vote: I Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. REGULAR AGENDA PUBLIC HEARING: None. r f PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: None. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND COMMENTS OF CITY MANAGER: CITY MANAGER: I 11 " BRIEFING: December 2025 Budget and Actual Revenue and Expenditure Report Acquenatta Jackson-Harris, Deputy Director of Finance, delivered the City's preliminary budget report for December 2025.1 She briefed Council on the following topics: • Revenue Summary for December 2025 o Local Taxes o Non-Local Taxes • Prepared Food atnd Beverages Revenue for 2024 and 2025 • Deferred. Capital Maintenance • Expenditure Summary for December 2025 o TemporarY Employee Wages o Overtime Wages Following brief comments and questions from City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Ms. Jackson-Harris for her presentation. ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION: C Helene Business Recovery Initiative Funds for the Greater Roanoke & New River Valley Small Business Development Center: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending acceptance and appropriation of Helene Business Recovery Initiative Funds for the Greater Roanoke & New River Valley Small Business Development Center. 1 Council Member Volosin offered the following ordinance: (#43346-020226) AN ORDINANCE authorizing the acceptance of Helene Business Recovery Initiative ("HBRI") Funds for the Greater Roanoke and New River Valley Small Business Development Center ("SBDC") issued from the Commonwealth of Virginia through: the Virginia Growth and Opportunity Fund ("G.O Virginia"), administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, to the City of Roanoke ("City"); appropriating funds detailed more fully infra; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute any necessary documents necessary to accept such Funds; and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. 12 i 1 Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council ,Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. Funding for Additional Child Protective Services Staff: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending acceptance and appropriation of funding for additional child protective services staff. Council Member1Volosin offered the following ordinance: (#43347-020226) AN ORDINANCE authtorizing the acceptance of funding from the Governor's 2026 1Siate budget to allow the City of Roanoke Department of Human and Social Services Ito expand the Child 'Protective Services (CPS) Program, authorizing the execution of any required documentation on behalf of the City, appropriating the Funds detailed more fully infra, and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. Council Member, Hagen moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council;Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Co141-7. Nays: None-0: Redistributing Local Bonus Funds from the Virginia Department of Social Services: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending acceptance and appropriation of redistributing local bonus funds from the Virginia Department of SocialServices. Council Member1Volosin offered the following ordinance: (#43348-020226) AN ORDINANCE to accept and allocate the redistribution of Local Bonus Funds from the Virginia Department of Social Services (DSS); appropriating the Local Bonus Funds detailed more fully infra; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute any documents necessary to accept such funds; and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. 13 i l ' I . I Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion. seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. Initiating Amendments to the City's Zoning Code: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending adoption of a resolution initiating amendments to the City's Zoning Code. Council Member(Nash offered the following resolution: ! I (#43349-020226) A RESOLUTION to initiate amendments of the City's Zoning Ordinance by adopting zoning amendments, and referring consideration of such zoning amendments to the Planning Commission for review and recommendation. Council Member Nash moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Powers and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council !Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. j l Nays: None-O. Initiating a Review and Update of the Evans Spring Plan: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending adoption of a resolution initiating a review and update of the Evans Spring Plan. Council Member Nash offered the following resolution: (#43349-020226) A RESOLUTION to initiate amendments of City Plan 2040, the City's Comprehensive Plan, by adopting amendments to the Evans Spring Master Plan, and referring consideration of such amendments to the Planning Commission for review and recommendation. 14 Council Member Nash moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council.Member Powers and adopted by the following vote: I I Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. COMMENTS OF THE CITY MANAGER: The City Manager offered the following comments: I want to take a m oment to publicly thank)the City staff for their incredible efforts during Winter Storm Fern. From snow fighters working around the clock, to solid waste, parks, fire, and emergency management teams keeping our streets safe and emergency services; operational, every department demonstrated dedication and resilience. I also want to recognize the Community Engagement and Homeless Assistance teams for,keping residents informed and supporting vulnerable populations through warming centers and outreach. Thanks to their coordinated work, critical services were maintained, emergency access was preserved, and our community came through this challenging!storm safely. I'd like to highlight some upcoming Black History.Month programs at Roanoke Public Libraries. The,Williamson Road Library will host a trivia challenge on February 11„ and the Gainsboro Branch Library will present a program on February 12 about the Booker T. Washington Birthplace Memorial, featuring newly uncovered historical photographs. Every Thursday in February, the Main Library will offer movie nights, including Hidden Figurers, The Great Debaters, The Butler, and Selma. Additionally, the Gainsboro Branch will host a beginner-friendly African American genealogy workshop on February 21 to help residents explore their family history. I encourage everyone to participate and take advantage of these engaging and educational opportunities. I want to take,a moment to remind everyone that the Williamson Road Library play area in Esperanza Plaza will officially open with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, February 6, at 10:00 a.m. This safe, family-friendly space was made possible through the Safer Communities Grant and provides a great opportunity for community connection. I encourage everyone to join us in celebrating this wonderful new addition to our library. 15 I i The Eureka Recreation Center renovation continues on track for a planned Spring 2026 completion. Interior systems like hleating, cooling, and plumbing are now substantially complete, allowing the installation of sensitive finishes such as the hardwood gym floor. The roof-mounted solar array, which will generate clean energy and help reduce long-term operating costs, has begun installation. Additional interior features, including basketball goals and a retractable court divider, are now in place, marking the transition from major construction toil final finishing and commissioning. This renovation represents an important investment in our community and the City's sustainability goals. CITY ATTORNEY: Execution of a Tax Collection Services Agreement: The City Attorney submitted a written communication recommending execution of a tax collection services agreement between the Roanoke City Treasurer and Taxing Authority Consulting Services, PC. Council Member Hagen offered the following resolution: (#43351-020226) A RESOLUTION ratifying and authorizing the Roanoke City Treasurer to enter into, a First Contract Modification with Taxing Authority Consulting Services, PC ("TACS"); and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to take certain other actions as necesslary in connection with such contract modification. Council Member Hagen moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-0. DIRECTOR OF REAL ESTATE VALUATION: None. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. i 16 INTRODUCTION ANDCONSIDERATION OR ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: Appointment of City Attorney: Council Member Sanchez-Jones offered the following resolution appointing Laura M. Carini as City Attorney for the City of Roanoke, Virginia, effective MarcMarc111 1, 2026: (#43352-020226) A RESOLUTION electing and appointing Laura M. Carini as City Attorney for the City of Roanoke effective ;March 1, 2026 through September 30, 2026, and ratifying the terms and conditions of employment offered to Ms. Carini. Council Member Sanchez-Jones moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Cduncil Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-0. MOTION AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: INQUIRIES AND/OR COMMENTS BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: None. VACANCIES ON CERTAIN AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES APPOINTED BY COUNCIL: The Mayor called attention to vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions, and committees appointed by Council. Vice-Mayor McGuire offered the following nominations: Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, Board of Directors • Captain Jennifer Boswell was appointed to the Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, Board of Directors on December 15, 2025. City Council waives the residency requirement in this instance. Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board • Dr. Ronald Marsh to be appointed as a member of the Equity and Empowerment Advisory Board to replace Debra Carter for an unexpired term of office ending December 31, 2028. 17 1 Local Office of AgingAdvisory Board • Jennifer Oakes to be reappointed as a member of the Local Office of Agiing Advisory Board for a one-year term of office commencing March 1, 2026, and ending February 28, 2027. Roanoke Cultural Endowment, Board of Directors • Dustin Eshelman to be appointed as F a member of the Roanoke Cultural Endowment, Board of Directors to replace Victoria Thornton for an unexpired term of office ending December 31, 2026. Roanoke Public Library Board • Omaira Perry to.be appointed as a member of the Roanoke Public Library Board to replace CyndirJones for a term of office ending June 30, 2028. • Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee • Mandy Cribb to ibe reappointed as a member of the Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee for a three-year term of office commencing April 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2029. Vice-Mayor McGuire moved the appointment of all the nominees. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-0. At 3:06 p.m., Mayor Cobb declared the meeting in recess for continuation of a Closed Meeting. At 3:42 p.m., the Council meeting reconvened in the Council Chamber, Room 450, fourth floor, Noel! C. Taylor Building, 215 Church Avenue, S. W., with Mayor Joseph L. Cobb presiding. 18 • Certification of Closed Meeting: With respect to the Closed Meeting just concluded, Council Member Powers moved that! each Member of City Council certify to the best of his or her knowledge that: (1) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and (2) only such public business matters as were identified in any motion by which any Closed Meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered by City Council. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members McGuire, Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez- Jones, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O There being no j further business to come before the Council, Mayor Cobb declared the meeting,adjourned at 3:45 p.m. APPROVfED ATTEST: Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC (1-121111Jeph obb City Clerk i Mayor I I I ' 19 1 � !ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION MINUTES In= ROANOKE Date: February 17, 2026 Time: 2:00 p.m. ; Location: Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building Council Chamber, Room 450 215 Church Avenue, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24011 CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members Phazhon T. Nash, Peter J. Volosin,_ Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. Hagen, Vivian Sanchez-Jones,- S. Terry McGuire, and Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-7. Absent: None-O. The Mayor declared the existence of a quorum. Officers Present: Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; Timothy R. Spencer, City Attorney; and Cecelia F. McCoy, City Clerk. The Invocation was delivered The Reverend Terry Kemp, Children's Pastor and Ministries Director, FortChiswell Church of God., The Pledge of,Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Mayor Cobb called for a Moment of Silence in the passing of The Reverend Dr. Jesse Jackson, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.. 1 PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Mayor Cobb advised that, going forward', the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or; announcing community events recently- attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Member Powers "shouted-out" the Black History Month Program at St. John's Episcopal Church. Council Member Volosin "shouted-out'; the Angels of Assisi ribbon cutting ceremony for its new, upgraded facility on February 10. Council Member Nash "shouted-out" the Total Action for Progress (TAP) Black History Month Program and the Angels of Assisi ribbon cutting ceremony on February 10. Vice-Mayor McGuire "shouted-out" the Roanoke Neighborhood Awards program and commented that the City's neighborhood 'groups were an important part of the landscape. Council Member Sanchez-Jones "shouted-out" the Angels of Assisi ribbon cutting ceremony on February 10. Council Member;Hagen "shouted-out" the Total Action for Progress (TAP) Black History Month Programlheld at St. John's Episcopal Church on February 12. Mayor Cobb commented that on January;29, four City firefighters were injured in a fire on Courtland Avenue, NW..All are home recovering. He wished them well, offered continued prayers, and thanked firefighters for the work they do in the City. Proclamation declaring February 2026 as Black History Month and honoring the Harrison Museum of African-American Culture as a pillar in the African-American community: Council Member Nash read and presented the proclamation to Anita Price, former City Council Member, and Charles Price, former Director, Harrison Museum of African-American Culture. 2 HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The Mayor advised that City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to Council, as he may deem appropriate. Anita James Price appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the conflict with the City and the schools division. Ryner Nash appeared before the Council and expressed dissatisfaction with the school funding reduced by City Council. John Turnbull appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the school funding cuts. Barbara Duerk appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the Connect Now, healthy communities program and presented a QR code associated with the Evans Spring and vape'stores initiatives. CONSENT AGENDA j The Mayor advised that all matters listed under the Consent Agenda were considered to be routine by the Members of Council and would be enacted by one motion in the form, or forms, listed on the Consent Agenda, and if discussion were desired, the item would be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately. i Probable Litigation: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel pertaining to actual or probable litigation, where such consultation or briefing in open meeting would adversely affect the negotiating or litigating posture of the public body, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(7),1Code of Virginia, as amnded. i I Disposition of Publicly Held Property: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to discuss or consider the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, or of the disposition of publicly held real property, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(3), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. 3 • f Prospective Business: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene 'in a closed meeting to :consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the business' or industry's interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the Northwest area of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(5), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Sale of City Property: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel concerning the sale of city property in the Northwest part of the City, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3), Code of Virginia,, (1950), as amended. New Legislation: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consultwith in-house and outside legal counsel regarding proposed new legislation requiring the provision of legal advice, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(8), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. Unreserved Parking Permits: Request,, to schedule and advertise for bids on this matter and for opening of bids and a public hearing on Monday, March 16, 2026, or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, or such other date and time as deemed appropriate by the City Manager, for the consideration of a Parking Agreement for Unreserved Parking Permits for the Center in the Square Garage located at 11 Campbell Avenue, SE. Oaths of Office: Reports of qualifications of,the following individuals: • David Howard —;Gun Violence Prevention Commission • Oneida Huntington — Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates • Jennifer Eddy Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Board of Directors Council Member Volosin moved to adopt all matters on the consent agenda, as amended. The motion seconded by Council Member Powers and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council (Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, and Mayor Cobb-7. f , Nays: None-0. 4 ' REGULAR AGENDA PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: None. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND COMMENTS OF CITY MANAGER: CITY MANAGER: BRIEFINGS: I Regional Hazard Mitigation Ross Campbell,! Public Works Director, introduced Amanda McGee, Director of Community Development, at the Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission. She spoke on following topics during her presentation: 1 • Jurisdictions and Organizations Involved • Timeline • Topics in the Plan o Chapter 1: The Hazard Mitigation Plan o Chapter 2i: The Planning Region o Chapter 3: Hazard Identification o Chapter 4: Risk Assessment o Chapter 5: Capabilities Assessment o Chapter 6: Mitigation Goals and Strategies o Chapter 7: Mitigation Action Plans o Appendices • Hazards Assessed • Public Engagement • Risk Assessment • Mitigation Goals and Strategies • Jurisdiction Specific Takeaways • Next Steps Following brief comments by City Council, Mayor Cobb thank Ms. McGee for the presentation. 5 ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION: Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Funding for the Tinker Creek Greenway: The City' Manager submitted a ;written communication recommending acceptance and appropriation of a Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Funding for the Tinker Creek Greenway. Council Member; Hagen offered the following ordinance: (#43353-021726) AN ORDINANCE appropriating funding for the local match of the Tinker Creek Greenway Project VDOT grant, amending and re-ordaining certain sections of the FY25-26 Capital Projects fund appropriations, and dispensing with the second reading by title of this ordinance. The City Manager, or designee, is hereby authorized to accept, execute, and file on behalf of the City of Roanoke any and all documents required to''accept and reallocate such funds. All such documents shall be approved as to form byithe City Attorney. Council Member Hagen moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council 'Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. Naming Agreement: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending execution of a naming, advertising, and sponsorship agreement for the Roanoke Civic Center with Berglund Management Group, Inc. Council Member;Volosin offered the following resolution: (#43354-021726)A RESOLUTION authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute a Naming,. Advertising, and Sponsorship Agreement ("Agreement") with Berglund Management'Group, Inc. and to take such actions as may be necessary to provide for the implementation, administration, and enforcement of such Agreement. 6 Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Powers and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council ! Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. COMMENTS OF CITYIMANAGER: None. Public Matters Follow-Up: Kathryn Hedrick, Inclusive Services Manager, reported on the following matters from the January 20 and February 2, 2026 Council meetings: Death at Melrose Towers Debra Carter discussed concern regarding the response to a 911 call where a resident was later found deceased in his apartment. Report Back: The Fire Marshal reached out to Ms. Carter to report that Fire-EMS leadership has reviewed the incident. Because the original'dispatch was for an unusual odor—not a wellbeing check—responding firefighters investigated by checking the complainant's plumbing, running water, and thoroughly assessing the surrounding area. The odor seemed to dissipate during the,call, and at that time officials observed no conditions that warranted forced entry into the neighboring apartment. Based on the information available to crews, established protocol was followed. We appreciate Ms. Carter's concerns and offer condolences to the family. Transit Equity Day Community Engagement Wednesday, February 4, 2026, was Fare Free Day across Valley Metro to recognize Transit Equity Day. This day is a tribute to Rosa Parks and is intended to promote the accessibility of public transit and encourage new riders to experience the convenience of the system. 1 • Valley Metro saw 5,404 riders during Fare Free Day 2026. • On a typical.Wednesday, the average ridership is 4,832. • The average ridership for the seven days prior to Fare Free Day was 3,829. • Fare Free Day ridership dropped by 296 this year. CITY ATTORNEY: Code Amendment to Transient Occupancy Tax: The City Attorney submitted a written communication recommending amendment of the City Code Article X, Transient Occupancy Tax, Chapter 32, Taxation, to align with recent changes to the Code of Virginia. Council Member Volosin offered the following ordinance: (#43355-021726) AN ORDINANCE amending and reordaining Sections 32-239, Definitions, 32-240, Levied; rate, 32-241, Exceptions, 32-242, Collection, 32-243, Report and remittances, 32-244, Failure to collect, report or remit, 32-245, Records to be kept, 32-248, Powers and duties of commissioner of revenue under article, Article X, Transient Occupancy Tax, Chapter 32, Taxation, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, by amending the aforementioned sections to align with changes made to the Code of Virginia for collection of the transient occupancy tax; providing for an effective date; and dispensing with the second reading by, title of this ordinance. Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council' Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-0. DIRECTOR OF REAL ESTATE VALUATION: None. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. 8 INTRODUCTION AND'CONSIDERATION OR ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: Treasurer Salary Adjustment: Council Member Hagen offered the following ordinance to adjust theisalary of the City Treasurer, effective January 1, 2026: (#43356-021726) AN ORDINANCE authorizing an increase to the annual salary of an elected official for the City of Roanoke; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute any documents necessary for such increase; providing for an effective date of January 1, 2026, and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. Council Member Hagen moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council, Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. MOTION AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: INQUIRIES AND/OR COMMENTS BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: None. VACANCIES ON 'CERTAIN AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES APPOINTED BY COUNCIL: None. At 3:19 p.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess for a Closed meeting in the Council's Conference Room, and thereafter to be reconvened at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber. At 7:00 p.m., the Council meeting reconvened in the Council Chamber, with Mayor Cobb presiding. CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members Phazhon T. Nash, Peter J. Volosin, Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. H'agen, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, S. Terry McGuire, and Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-7. Absent: None-0. 9 The Mayor declared the existence of a quorum. Officers Present: Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; Timothy R. Spencer, City Attorney; and Cecelia F. McCoy, City Clerk. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Amy Hodge, Pastor, Mt. Zion AME Church. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb.i Certification of Closed Meeting: With respect to the Closed Meeting just concluded, Council Member Hagen moved that each Member of City Council certify to the best of his or her knowledge that: (1) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and (2) only such public business matters as were identified in any motion by which any Closed Meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered by City Council. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council 1Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Retirement Recognition: Council Member Hagen offered the following resolution recognizing the services of honoring Timothy R. Spencer, City Attorney, upon his retirement after 22 years of service with the City of Roanoke: (#43357-021726) A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the dedicated service of Timothy Spencer as City Attorney for the City of Roanoke, and expressing the City's gratitude and appreciation for his years of service. Council Member Hagen moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin. Mayor Cobb presented the Key to the City and a City gift to Mr. Spencer. io There being no additional comments by the Council Members, the resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council , Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. ' PUBLIC HEARING: Orvis Lease Agreement: The City Clerk advertised a public hearing on behalf of City Council to hear views regarding authorization to execute a lease agreement between the City of Roanoke and The Orvis Company, Inc., for retail space in the Center in the Square Parking Garage. Legal advertisement of the public hearing was published in Cardinal News on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Council Member Hagen offered the following ordinance: (#43358-021726) AN ORDINANCE authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute a lease agreement with The Orvis Company, Inc. ("Orvis"), for the lease of approximately 3,000 square feet of retail space within the Center in the Square Parking Garage, located at 11 Campbell Avenue, S.E., Roanoke, Virginia; and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. Council Member Hagen moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash. David Collins, Deputy City Attorney, briefed the City Council on the lease agreement with Orvis. He explained that this is a renewal of an existing lease. Orvis has leased space in the Center in the Square Parking Garage for more than 20 years. The lease is structured in five-year terms. The most recent lease expired at the end of January, and this agreement renews the lease for another term. The Mayor inquired if there were persons present who wished to speak on the matter. There being none, he declared the public hearing closed. 11 There being no ;comments by the Council Members, the ordinance was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Nash, Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The Mayor advised that City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to Council, as he;may deem appropriate. Adrienne Ostrander, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to school budget cuts. Victoria Shockley-Newton, appeared before the Council and spoke on behalf of teachers and students at James Madison Middle School and funding for the next school year. Rebekah Murphy, appeared before the Council and spoke as an advocate for full and fair funding for RCPS. Adalyn Smith, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the cut in P.L.A.T.O. and after-school programs. Jeanette Anderson, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the cut in the P.L.A.T.O. program. Listrik Stillman-Runyon, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the cut in P.L.A.T.O. and after-school programs. Nenden Stillman-Runyon, appeared before the Council and spoke in support of no budget and program cuts for the school system. Asalia Lafon, appeared before the Council and spoke in support of the P.L.A.T.O. program. Troy Eichelberger, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the Evans house in Washington Park. 12 Polly Branch, appeared before the Council and spoke in support of the repair of the cottage in Washington Park. Thomas Lewis, appeared before the Council and spoke in support of the repair of the cottage in.Washington Park. Gregory Hunt, ;appeared before the Council and presented a proposal to purchase and restore the cottage in Washington Park. Sylvia King, appeared before the Council and spoke in support of the restoration of the cottage in Washington Park. Essie Manns, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to restoring history and keeping the community alive. Katt Duncan, appeared before the Council and expressed disappointment with the changes to the funding formula for Roanoke City Public Schools and requested that Council revisit the policy. Stacie Orris,, appeared before the Council and spoke in support of restoration of school funding. James Orris, appeared before the Council and spoke to save the P.L.A.T.O.. program. Tom Blanton, appeared before the Council and spoke in concern about upcoming budget decisions and asked that the tax rate remain at $1.22. Leslie Warden-Anderson, appeared before the Council in opposition to the proposed cuts to the school budget. Andrew Edwards, appeared before the Council in opposition to the proposed cuts to the school budget. Olive Copplestdne, appeared before the Council and spoke to save the P.L.A.T.O. program. 13 Allison Shok, appeared before the Council and spoke with concern about the RCPS budget and asked that Council fully restore the school funding. There being no further business, Mayor Cobb declared the meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. APPROVED ATTEST: qoa -Gfr Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC Joseph . Cobb City Clerk Mayor 14 ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION MINUTES 11V101.1-14 I II if mix ROANOKE Date: March 2, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. 1 Location: Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building Council Chamber, Room 450 215 Church Avenue, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 24011 CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members Peter J. Volosin, Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. Hagen, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, S. Terry McGuire, Phazhon T. Nash, and- Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-7. Absent: None-Q. The Mayor declared the existence of a quorum. Officers Present: Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; Laura M. Carini, City Attorney; and Cecelia F. McCoy, City Clerk. ITEMS FOR ACTION: Vacancies on Certain Authorities, Boards, Commissions and -Committees Appointed by Council: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that the Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by the Council, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. • Architectural Review Board • City Planning Commission • Roanoke Arts Commission 1 1 • Board of Zoning/Appeals • Economic Development Authority • Fair Housing Bogard • Gun Violence,Prevention Commission • Human Services Advisory Board • Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates • Roanoke PublicILibrary Board • Towing Advisor Board Council Member Powers moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council i Members Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-7. 1 Nays: None-0. Possible Disposition and Acquisition of Property: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting for the purpose of discussing possible Idisposition and acquisition of property in the Southeast part of the City, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Council Member Hagen moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council.Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. Possible Breach of Contract: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel pertaining to a possible/breach of contract by a city contractor requiring the provision of legal advice pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(8), Code of Virginia. 2 Council Member Powers moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council i Members Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb 7. Nays: None-0. Prospective Business: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning a prospective business or industry or the expansion of an existing business or industry where no Iprevious announcement has been made of the business' or industry's interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the Northwest area of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(5), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Council Memberl Powers moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council 'Members Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O. Possible Acquisition of Property: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to discuss possible acquisition of property in the Southwest part of the City, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body, pursuant to Section 2.213711 (A)(3), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. Council Member Nash moved that Council concur in the request. The motion seconded by Council'Member Sanchez-Jones and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Volosin, Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb;7. Nays: None-O. 3 ' I CITIZEN COMMENT: Taven Davis, ;a iistudent, appeared before the Council with regard to the school budget decision and asked Council not to cut the school budget. ITEMS LISTED ON THE 2:00 P.M. COUNCIL DOCKET REQUIRING DISCUSSION/CLARIFICATION AND ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE 2:00 P.M. AGENDA: None. TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: None. At 9:20 a.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess for a Legislative Committee meeting in the Council Chamber. At 10:12 a.m.; the Council meeting reconvened, in the Council Chamber, Room 450, fourth floor, Noel C. Taylor Building, 215 Church Avenue, S. W., for the remainder of the agenda, with Mayor Joseph L. Cobb presiding. BRIEFINGS: FY 2027 Budget Update The City Manager provided a brief overview of the preliminary balancing of the budget and introduced Trinity Kaseke, Budget Manager, and Tanya Catron, Capital Improvement Program Finance Manager, who discussed the following topics: • Balancing Status o Compensation Package o Other Expenditures Requests • FY 2027 Revenue Assumptions • General Property & Other Local Taxes • FY 2027 Compensation Considerations • FY 2027 Expenditure Recommendations • Revised CIP FY 2027 — FY 2031 • Projects Removed • Incremental Debt Service • Wrap-Up • Programs and Services Currently Not Funded o Personnel o Programs!and Services • Balancing Considerations • Budget Timeline 4 Following brief comments by City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Ms. Turner and the Management and Budget team for the presentation. FY 2027 City Council Strategic Priorities Angelia Vernon Executive Performance Administrator, presented an overview and recap of the work completed by City Council on the redevelopment of the Strategic Priorities. She briefed the Council on the following topics: • Introduction • Current 2025-2026 Strategic Priorities • Redevelopment of Strategic Priorities • Proposed Strategic Priorities Defined • Implementation Matrix • Actions for City Council • Actions for City Team Jared Anthony, IT Manager, briefed the Council on the dashboard for performance metrics as well as the following topics: • Metrics in Local Government • Dashboard: An Overview • Tools and Data Sources • Mock Dashboard • Dashboard by Strategic Priorities • Next Steps Ms. Vernon wrapped up the presentation by discussing the following items: • Actions.for City Council • Actions for City Team Following brief comments by City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Ms. Vernon and Mr. Anthony for the preentation. At 11:37 a.m., the Mayor declared the meeting in recess for Closed Meetings in the Council's Conference Room, and thereafter to be reconvened at 2:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber. At 2:00 p.m., the Council meeting reconvened in the Council Chamber, with Mayor Joseph L. Cobb presiding. 5 CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members Peter J. Volosin, Evelyn W. Powers, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, S. Terry McGuire, Phazhon T. Nash, and Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-6. Absent: Council Member Nicolas S. Hagen-1. The Mayor declared the existence of a quorum. Officers Present: Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; Laura M. Carini, City Attorney; and Cecelia F. McCoy, City Clerk. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Joanna Paysour, Pastor, Greene Memorial United Methodist Church. I The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb.,, Certification of Closed Meeting: With respect to the Closed Meeting just concluded, Vice-Mayor McGuire moved that each Member of City Council certify to the best of his or her knowledge that: (1) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and (2) only such public business matters as were identified in any motion by which any Closed Meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered by City Council. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Volosin, Powers, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-O. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Mayor Cobb advised that going forward, the 2:00 p.m. meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Membe I Sanchez-Jones recognized Fire-EMS Battalion Chief Doug Rorrer on his recent retirement after 34 years of service. 6 Vice-Mayor McGuire acknowledged the community visioning walk in the 11th Street Neighborhood Center on Saturday, February 21, for a tour of the 11th Street neighborhood center alind asked for input on how the area should change and grow. Also, he acknowledged the reminder to wear purple and green for the Women's History Month recognition. Council Member', Nash offered condolences to the family of Mrs. Kimberly Sue Lee, who was tragically shot over the weekend. He also acknowledged all those who have family members in the military during this volatile time in our nation. Council Member Volosin acknowledged the Virginia Asian Advisory Board's visit to Roanoke on Saturday, February 28 at the South Roanoke Library. Council Member Powers "shouted-out" Women's History Month and acknowledged Laura Carini's appointment as the City's first female City Attorney. She also recognized the City Libraries for the many events and programs they host. Mayor Cobb "shouted-out" the Young Docs Gala held at the Holiday Inn on February 28th. This event was in recognition of young African Americans from Roanoke who are interested in a career in medicine. Also, he thanked Marian Ware and Cheryl Mosely who hosted this year's event. Dr. Diana Cejas was awarded the Henrietta Lacks Legacy Award. Proclamation declaring March 2026 as American Red Cross Month: Mayor Cobb read and presented the proclamation to Sandra Pratt, Board Vice-Chair, Local Chapter of the American Red Cross. Proclamation declaring March 2026 as Women's History Month: The City Manager introduced 'the recipients and Council Members Powers and Sanchez-Jones read and presented the!proclamations to Natasha Dudley, Dr. Brenda Hale, Kat Pascal, Iliana Sepulveda, Isabel Thornton, Laura Carini and Sharon Ponce. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The Mayor advised that City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to Council, as she may deem appropriate. Owen McGuire, appeared before the Council and spoke in opposition to the deed amendment for the ' Fishburn Cottage and requested an investigation of the Van Blaricoms that purchased the building. 7 CONSENT AGENDA The Mayor advised that all matters listed under the Consent Agenda were considered to be routine by the Members of Council and would be enacted by one motion in the form, or forms, listed on the Consent Agenda, and if discussion were desired, the item would be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately: Minutes of the1 Regular Meeting of City Council: Minutes of the regular meetings of City Council held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Monday, February 2, 2026, and Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Resignation from the Roanoke Neighborhoods Advocates: A communication from the City Clerk advising of the resignation of Jatniel Rodriguez as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates, effective immediately. Oaths of Office: Reports of qualifications of the following individuals: • Laura Carini — City Attorney • Dustin Eshelman — Roanoke Cultural Endowment • Jennifer Oakes Local Office on Aging Advisory Board • Mandy Cribb - Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Comprehensive Economic Strategy Committee • Duke Baldridge Economic Development Authority • Ryan Calder— City Planning Commission • Omaira Perry— Roanoke Public Library Board Council Member Volosin moved to adopt all matters on the consent agenda. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Volosin, Powers, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-O. REGULAR AGENDA PUBLIC HEARING: None. 8 ' I PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: Mayor Cobb presented a proclamation referring to February 10, 2026, as 211 Virginia Day to Amanda Holcomb, Director of Community Engagement, and Robert Morrow, Director of Data Analytics, from the Council of Community Services. Ms. Holcomb presented Council an overview of the services of 211 Virginia. It's a contracted service of the Commonwealth of Virginia administered by the Virginia Department of Social Services and the Council of Community Services serves as the sole contractor operatiO g 211 Virginia connecting Virginians to the help they need. The organization collects'real time data on community needs. Following brief comments and questions from City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Ms. Holcomb and Mr. Morrow for their presentation. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND COMMENTS OF CITY MANAGER: CITY MANAGER: BRIEFING: January 2026 Budget and Actual Revenue and Expenditure Report Acquenatta JackIson-Harris, Deputy Director of Finance, delivered the City's preliminary budget report for January 2026. She briefed Council on the following topics: • Revenue Summary for January 2026 o Local Taxes o Non-Local Taxes • Prepared Food and Beverages Revenue for 2025 and 2026 o Timeliness Discount • Deferred Capital'Maintenance • Expenditure Summary for January 2026 o Overtime Wages o Temporary Employee Wages Following brief comments and questions from City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Ms. Jackson-Harris for the presentation. 9 ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION: Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending adoption of the 2025 Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan which includes the City of Roanoke. Council Member Volosin offered the following resolution: (#43359-030226) A RESOLUTION adopting the 2025 Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan ("Plan") which includes the City of Roanoke, and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to take such action as may be needed to adopt and implement such Plan. Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Miember Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Volosin, Powers, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-0. VBR Sports and USA Cycling Event Proceeds: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending acceptance and appropriation of the VBR Sports and USA Cycling Event'proceeds. Council Member-Powers offered the following ordinance: (#43360-030226) AN ORDINANCE accepting and appropriating funding presented by Virginia's Blue Ridge Sports ("VBR Sports") and USA Cycling, authorizing the execution and filing of appropriate documents to obtain such funding, appropriating funds detailed more fully infra, and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. Council Member Powers moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council,Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Volosin, Powers, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. ! Nays: None-0. 10 Operation Ceasefire Supplemental Grant: The City Manager submitted a written communication'recommending acceptance and appropriation of the Operation Ceasefire Supplemental Grant. Council Member;Volosin offered the following ordinance: (#43361-03022fi) AN ORDINANCE authorizing the acceptance of the Operation Ceasefire Supplemental Grant made to the City of Roanoke by the Commonwealth of Virginia, Department;of1 Criminal Justice Services, authorizing execution of any required documents on behalf of the City, appropriating funds detailed more fully infra, and dispensing with the second reading of this ordinance by title. Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council:Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Volosin, Powers, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. 1 Nays: None-O. Modification of the Deed to the Fishburn Park Caretaker's Cottage: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending approval of an agreement to modify the deed to he Special Warranty Deed conveying approximately 1.1 acres and improvements for the former Fishburn Park Caretaker's Cottage at 2424 Brambleton Aven I e, S.W. Council Member Volosin offered the following ordinance: (#43362-030226) AN ORDINANCE approving the terms of an Agreement to Modify Deed to Fishburn Perk, LLC, between the City of Roanoke, Virginia, and Fishburn Perk, LLC; authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute such Agreement; and dispensing with the second reading of this Ordinance by title. Council Member Volosin moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council'Member Sanchez-Jones and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Volosin, Powers, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-O. 11 COMMENTS OF THE CITY MANAGER: The City Manager offered the following comments: Public Works' Stormwater Utility will begin two downtown drainage improvement projects this spring to address recurring street ponding during heavy rain. • 1st Street Downtown project, is the first, additional stormwater inlets along 1st Street Southwest, between Luck Avenue and Kirk Avenue. These improvements will increase system capacity and improve runoff removal during heavy rainfall. • A second project will take place on Kirk Avenue, between Jefferson Street and Market Street. This project will add three new stormwater inlets to further enhance downtown drainage during major rain events. • Project scheduling has been carefully planned to avoid impacts to Martin's St. Patrick's Day event and to ensure completion before the Blue Ridge Marathon in April. • Together, these 'projects provide targeted, near-term improvements to downtown stormwater management while continuing to support local businesses and major community events. Last week, staff removed shrubbery at the Municipal Building near the 2nd Street entrance as part of our continued efforts to improve both the appearance and functionality of this important civic space. In the coming weeks, crews will level and mulch the beds in preparation for new plantings scheduled for spring. These updates will refresh and modernize the entrance while also improving the visibility of building signage and creating better access to the adjacent lawn area. Overall, these enhancements will result in a cleaner, more welcoming, and more accessible entry point for residents, visitors, and staff. Last month, I shared that the Skatepark ribbon cutting was scheduled for Friday, March-6, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. To ensure that our community partners who helped make this project possible are able to attend, we have made one final adjustment to the date. The ribbon cutting has been rescheduled for the last time and will now take place on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. We look forward to celebrating this exciting addition to our community together. CITY ATTORNEY: None. DIRECTOR OF REAL ESTATE VALUATION: None. 12 REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: Various Educational Programs: The Roanoke City School Board submitted a written report requesting appropriation of funds for various educational programs; and a report of the City Manager recommending that City Council concur in the request. "Statement of Conflict of Interest I, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, state that I have a personal interest in item Number 8.1. on the March 2, 2026,1 2:00 p.m. agenda, regarding a general appropriation of funds, because I am an employee of the City of Roanoke Public School Division and as such have a personal interest in this matter. Therefore, in accordance with Virginia Code Section 2.2-3112, I will refrain from participation in this matter. I ask that the City Clerk accept this statement and ask that it be made a part of the minutes of this meeting. Witness the following signature made this 2nd day of March 2026. S/Vivian Sanchez-Jones Vivian Sanchez-Jones, Council Member" Statement of Conflict of Interest I, S. Terry McGuire, state that I have a personal interest in item Number 8.1. on the March 2, 2026, 2 F00 p.m. agenda, regarding a general appropriation of funds, because I am an employee of the City of Roanoke Public School Division and as such I have a personal interest in this matter. Therefore, in accordance with Virginia Code Section 2.2-3112, I will!refrain from participation in this matter. I ask that the City Clerk accept this statement and ask that it be made a part of the minutes of this meeting. Witness the following signature made this 2nd day of March 2026. 1 S/S. Terry McGuire S. Terry McGuire, Vice-Mayor" (Vice-Mayor McGuire and Council Member Sanchez-Jones left the dais.) 13 Council Member Powers offered the following ordinance: (#43363-030226) AN ORDINANCE to appropriate funding from the Commonwealth, federal and private grant for various educational programs, amending and re-ordaining certain sections of the 2025-2026 School Grant Fund Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026, and dispensing with the second reading by title of this ordinance. Council Member Powers moved the adoption of the budget ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Powers, Nash, Volosin, and Mayor Cobb-4. Nays: None-O. REPORTS OF CERTAIN AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS IN WHICH CITY COUNCIL SERVE AS LIAISONS OR APPOINTEES: Council Membe 1 Nash advised that at the most recent meeting of the Roanoke Redevelopment and;Housing Authority, Executive Director David Bustamante reported that RRHA no longer received monthly crime reports from the Police Department for the housing properties and the information must be obtained by FOIA request. Council Member Nash asked the City Manager to look into the matter. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. INTRODUCTION AND'CONSIDERATION OR ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: None. MOTION AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: INQUIRIES AND/OR COMMENTS BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: None. VACANCIES ON CERTAIN AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES APPOINTED BY COUNCIL: The Mayor called attention to vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions, and co4iittees appointed by Council. Vice-Mayor McGuire offered the following nominations: 14 Architectural Review Board • Annemarie Carroll to be appointed as a member of the Architectural Review Board to replace Brenda Allen for a term of office ending October 1, 2029. i Board of Trustees, ,City of Roanoke Pension Plan • Timothy Spencer to be appointed as a member (City Retiree Representative) of the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke Pension Plan for a two-year term of office commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2028. • Deputy Chief Michael Crawley to be appointed as a member (Police Department Representative) of the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke Pension Plan for a two-year term of,office commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2028. City Council waives the residency requirement in this instance. • James Yancey to be appointed as a member (Roanoke Regional Airport Representative) of the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke Pension Plan for a four-year term of office commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2030. City Council waives the residency requirement in this instance. • Edena Reese-Atmore appointed as an ex-officio member by position of the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke Pension Plan. Board of Zoning Appeals • Dawn Erdman to be appointed as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals to replace Andrew Raduly for a term of office ending December 31, 2026. City of Roanoke Finance Board • Edena Reese-Atmore appointed as an ex-officio member by position of the City of Roanoke Finance Board. Gun Violence Prevention Commission • Valerie Koeppel to be reappointed as a member of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission for a three-year term of office commencing April 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2029. 1 15 Regional Virginia Alcohol Safety Action Program Policy Board • Deputy Chief Adam Puckett to be reappointed as a member of the Regional Virginia Alcohol]Safety Action Program Policy Board for a three-year term of office commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029. City Council waives the residency requirement in this instance. Roanoke Arts Commission • John Wiercioch to be appointed as a member of the Roanoke Arts Commission to replace Charlene Graves for a term of office ending June 30, 2028. Roanoke Regional Airport Commission • Dr. Nathaniel L. Bishop to be reappointed as a member of the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission for a four-year term of office commencing March 10, 2026, and ending March 9, 2030. City Council waives the residency requirement in this instance. Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee • Matt Clark to be reappointed as a member of the Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee for a three-year term of office commencing April 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2029. Vice-Mayor McGuire moved the appointment of all the nominees. The motion seconded by Council Member Volosin and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Volosin, Powers, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-O. 16 There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Cobb • declared the meeting adjourned at 3:27 p.m. APPROVED ATTEST: C1714-&ri j Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC J seph obb City Clerk Mayor 17 , : ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR SESSION MINUTES ROANOKE Date: March 16, 2026 i • Time: 2:00 p.m. - I LoCation: Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building • Council Chaniber, Room 450 215 Church Alvenue, S. W. Roanoke, Virginia 240.11 CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. Hagen, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, S. Terry McGuire, Phazhon T. Nash, and Mayor Joseph L..Cobb-6. Absent: CounCillMertiber Peter J. Volosin-1. The Mayor'declared the existence of a quorum. ; I Officers Present: "Valrnarie H. Turner, City Manager; Laura M. Carini, City Attorney; and Cecelia,F.I McCoy, City Clerk. The Invocation.was delivered by The Reverend Elizabeth N. H. Link, Executive Pastor, Second Presbyterian Church. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. School Board Trustees Present: Michael L. Cherry, II, Christopher T. Link, Deidre Trigg, Joyce W. Watkins, and Chairman Mary F. Apel-5. School Board Trustees Absent: Eli C. S. Jamison and Auraliz C. Quintana-2. i - 1 Representing the City of Roanoke: Vanessa Bohr, Interim Deputy City Manager. Representing Roanoke City Public Schools: Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Public Schools; Christopher Perkins, Chief Operations Officer; Kathleen Jackson, Chief Financial Officer; Archie Freeman, Instructional and Administrative Officer; Claire Mitzel, Director of Communications and Public Relations; Dr. Cindy Williams, Academics: and Accountability Officer; Dominick Mckee, Chief Human Resources Officer; Dr Jonathan Schulz, Executive Director of Division Accountability and Strategic Initiatives; Melissa Eckert, Assistant Director of Accountability and Strategic Initiatives; and Kimberly Tresky and Dawn Winter-Ware, Clerk's of the Roanoke City School Board. Chair Apel requested the School Board approve the agenda as amended, which was unanimously approved by voice vote. Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent, provided an update on the RCPS Student Performance. Christopher Perkins, Chief Operations Officer, provided an overview of RCPS Major=Projects and Planning Updates. Following brief comments and questions from the School Board and City Council members, Chair Apel thanked the City Council for their continued support and declared the School Board meeting adjourned at 3:20 p.m. There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Cobb declared the Council meeting in recess at 3:20 p.m. At 3:32 p.m.,the Council meeting reconvened, in the Council Chamber, Room 450, fourth floor, Noel C. Taylor Building, 215 Church Avenue, S. W., for the remainder of the agenda, with Mayor Joseph L. Cobb presiding. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Mayor Cobb advised that, going forward, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Member; Powers "shouted-out" downtown Roanoke and First Citizens Bank, who hosted the.2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade held on Saturday, March 14. Council Member Nash "shouted-out" the St. Patrick's Day Parade downtown and expressed pleasure with the energy of the safe and fun event. 2 Vice-Mayor McGuire "shouted-out" the festive atmosphere at the recent Washington Park cleanup event and to the Friends of Mountain View tour on March 4 and expressed gratitude to the citizens who were willing to restore the building. Council Member Sanchez-Jones "shouted-out" the St. Patrick's Day Parade .. downtown and recent City events. Council Member Hagen commented that he enjoyed the Exit, Pursued by a Bear Theater. Mayor Cobb commented about the ribbon cutting for the Agape House for veterans, a vision 20 years in the making. Proclamation ?declaring Wednesday, March 18,- 2026, as Small Business Development Center Day: Mayor Cobb presented the proclamation to Heather Fay, Director and Executive ;Regional Administrator, Greater Roanoke & New River Valley Small Business Development Center. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The Mayor advised that City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to Council, as she may deem appropriate: Kevin Aagard appeared before the Council and spoke in support of funding for Roanoke City Public Schools. Laura McKeage appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the decrease in the Roanoke City Public Schools budget. Ellie Bundrick appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the potential school budget cuts, including the P.L.A.T.O. program. Jessica Blandy appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the decrease in the Roanoke City Public Schools Budget. Freeda Cathcart appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the financial and economic! development issues at Fishburn Park and requested that the contract with the vanBlaricoms be reviewed. Angela Biard appeared before the Council and spoke in support of Roanoke City Public Schools funding and how the management of funds impacted children's future. 3 . Wani Mojah appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the decrease in the Roanoke City Public Schools budget. Kathleen Jennings appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the decrease in the Roanoke City Public Schools budget. CONSENT AGENDA The Mayor advised that all matters listed under the Consent Agenda were considered to be routinet by the Members of Council and would be enacted by one motion in the form, or forms, listed on the Consent Agenda, and if discussion were desired, the item would be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately. City Council Meeting Minutes: Minutes of the regular meeting of City Council held on Monday, March 2, 2026. Probable Litigation: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel pertaining to actual or probable litigation, where such consultation or briefing in open meeting would adversely affect the negotiating or litigating posture of the public body, pursuant to Section 2.2- 3711(A)(7), Code of Virginia, as amended. i School Board Vacancies: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss the two upcoming vacancies on the Roanoke City School Board expiring June 30, 2026, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. Proposed Encroachment Permit: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel employed by a public body regarding specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by such counsel regarding a proposed encroachment permit, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(8), Code Of Virginia (1950), as amended. Possible Disposal of Publicly Owned Property: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting for the purpose of discussing possible disposal of publicly owned property in the Central part of the City, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of'the public body, pursuant to Section 2.23711 (A)(3), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. 4 `. - Possible Acquisition of Property: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting for the purpose of discussing possible acquisition of property in the Northeast part of the City, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body, pursuant'toSection 2.2-3711 (A)(3),-Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Resignation of Jared Rose: A communication frOm the City Clerk advising of the resignation of Jared Rose as a member of the Gun Violence Prevention Commission, effective immediately.; i . Oath of.Office: Report of qualifications of the following individual: • Matt Clark 'Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee Council Member. Powers moved to adopt all matters on the consent agenda, as amended. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O 1 REGULAR AGENDA BID OPENINGS: Parking Agreemnt: Pursuant to notice of advertisement that the City is inviting bids from qualified bidders.to enter into a parking agreement, subject to certain terms and conditions,to obtain up to twenty(20) parking permits for the use of not more than twenty (20) unreserved parking spaces in the City's Center in the SquareGarage located at 11 Campbell Avenue, S. E', said bids to be received in the City Clerk's Office on or before 12:00 p.m., on Friday, March 13, 2026; and to-be held unopened by the City Clerk until 2:00 p.m., on Monday, March 16, 2026, at which time all bids would be publicly opened and read aloud before the Council; whereupon, the Mayor inquired if anyone had any questions with regard to the opening of the bids. There being none, he requested that the City Clerk open and read all bids received prior to the deadline. 5 I , The City Clerk opened and read aloud the sole bid received from The First National Exchange, LC. There being no responses by the Council regarding receipt of bids, the Mayor referred the sole bid to the City Manager for review and recommendation to the Council. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: Richmond Vincent, President and CEO at Goodwill Industries of the Valleys, presented before City, Council an update on the Melrose Plaza project. Following brief comments by City Council; Mayor Cobb thanked Mr. Vincent for the presentation. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND COMMENTS OF CITY MANAGER: CITY MANAGER: BRIEFINGS: • External Agencies Helen Ferguson, 'Grants Manager, briefed Council on funding external agencies as part of the budget process. Following brief comments by City Council, Mayor Cobb thank Ms. Ferguson for the presentation. ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION: (#43364-031626)1Virginia Department of,Conservation and Recreation(DCR) Community Flood Preparedness Fund: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending acceptance of the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Community Flood Preparedness Fund (CFPF) Grant—Watershed Modeling for Peters Creek and Ore Branch Watersheds. Council Member Hagen moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-O.. 6 1 1 (#43365-031626)JApplication to the Federal Emergency.Management Agency (FEMA): The City .Manager submitted a written communication recommending authorization to submit an application to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)for the Peters,Creek Flood Mitigation Project.—Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR). Council Member, Powers moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Sanchez-Jones and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-O. (#43366-031620 Strategic Priorities: The City Manager submitted a written communication recommending adoption of the redefined strategic goals, objectives and priorities for the City of Roanoke. Council Memberf Powers moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: None-0. COMMENTS OF CITY MANAGER: Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation is piloting.a noise-reduction program at Shrine Hill pickleball courts by offering softer, quieter balls and posting instructions for players. The effort addresses complaints;about pickleball noise while keeping the courts open for play. RVTV will produce videos to educate the public and promote participation. SheGov Leads To mark International Women's Day, the International City/County Management Association hosted the 2025 SheLeadsGov Virtual Forum on March 5, with more than 1,200 participants nationwide: The event focused on leadership, innovation, and community impact. In Roanoke, over 100 City employees attended a local session on communication, self-advocacy, and leading through change. Women make up 38.5% of the City workforce, including 23 senior leaders. The program helped build leadership skills and strengthen connections across departments. Public Matters Follow-Up: Kathryn Hedrick, Inclusive Services Manager, reported on the following matters from the February 17 and March 2 City Council Meetings: School Funding Seventeen residents, including six students, spoke regarding the proposed changes to the RCPS 'budget. Each speaker received an acknowledgment of their comments and gratitudef for their commitment to education. Washington Park Five residents spoke on behalf of the Friends of Washington Park, specifically advocating for the resto iation of the Caretakers Cottage. An inquiry was sent to the City Attorney regarding an inOrance document submission, and all residents were contacted regarding their concerns!. Tree Concern Dr. Manns is concerned about the impact a neighbor's tree is having on her health. Her address.and concern were sent to the Code Compliance team, who reported that there are no code violations on the adjacent property that can be enforced. This update was sent to Dr. Manns. I CITY ATTORNEY: None. DIRECTOR OF REAL ESTATE VALUATION: None. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: REPORTS OF CERTAIN AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, AND COMMISSIONS IN WHICH CITY COUNCIL SERVE AS LIAISONS OR APPOINTEES: i Mayor Cobb reported that Greater Roanoke Transit Company will provide a Free Fare Day for the April 211, 2026, Special.Election; and advised of progress on the new bus stop shelter at Valley View Walmart. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OR ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: None. • 8 MOTION AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: INQUIRIES AND/OR COMMENTS BY THE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF COUNCIL: None. VACANCIES ON CERTAIN AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES APPOINTED BY COUNCIL: None. At 5:09 p.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess for a Closed meeting in the Council's Conference Room, and thereafter to be reconvened at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber. At 7:00 p.m., the Council meeting reconvened 'in the Council Chamber, with Mayor Cobb presiding. CALL TO ORDER: Present: Council Members Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. Hagen, Vivian Sanchez-Jones, S. Terry' McGuire, Phazhon T. Nash, and Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-6. Absent: Council Member Peter J. Volosin-1. The Mayor decla led the existence of a quorum. Officers Present: Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager; Laura M. Carini, City Attorney; and Cecelia FJ McCoy, City Clerk. The Invocation Was delivered by The Reverend Vannie Harrell, Lead Pastor, Church Alive International. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. i PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: None. PUBLIC HEARING: (#43367-031626) Parking Agreement: The City Clerk advertised a public hearing on behalf of City Council to hear views regarding execution of 'a parking agreement, subject to certain terms and conditions, to obtain up to twenty(20) parking permits for the use of not more than twenty (20) unreserved:parking spaces in the City's Center in the Square Garage located lat 11 Campbell Avenue, S. E. 9 Legal advertisement of the public hearing was published in Cardinal News on Monday, March 2, 2026 and Monday, March 9, 2026. The City Manager submitted a written report recommending execution of a parking agreement. Council Member Hagen moved the adoption of the ordinance. The motion seconded by Council Member Powers. Brian Mann, Executive Enterprise Administrator, briefed the City Council on the lease agreement. The Mayor inquired if there were persons present who wished to speak on the matter. There being none, he declared the public hearing closed. Following brief comments by Members of Council, the ordinance was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. Nays: _None-0.: I HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The Mayor advised that City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will:be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to Council, as he Play deem appropriate. Abby McDonald eppeared before the Council and expressed concern about the cuts to the Roanoke City Public Schools budget. Kathleen Wooleyappeared before the Council on behalf of Bus Riders of Roanoke Advocacy Group and spoke with regard to public transit services and budgeting. Monique Bishop appeared before the Council on behalf of Bus Riders of Roanoke Advocacy Group and spoke with regard to public transit services and budgeting. Megan McKnight appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the importance of school funding, particularly how it impacts students with disabilities. Chapelle Henderson appeared before the Council and expressed concern about the cuts to the Roanoke'City Public Schools budget. 10 I. . Richard Fife appeared before the Council and suggested that Council rescind or propose an alternate development plan for the Evans Spring property. Grace Brian appeared before the Council and expressed concern with regard to the decrease:in funding to Roanoke City Public Schools. Dena Anderson appeared before the Council and expressed concern with regard • to the decision to reduce funding to Roanoke City;Public Schools. Christian Bumette appeared before the Council as President of the NAACP Youth Council and expressed concern about cuts to the Roanoke City Public Schools budget. Nazier Jackson appeared before the Council as Vice-President•of the NAACP Youth Council and expressed concern about cuts to the Roanoke City Public Schools budget. At 7:49 p.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess for continuance of a Closed meeting in the Council's Conference Room,thereafter to be reconvened in the Council Chamber. I At 8:13 p.m., the Council meeting reconvened, in the Council Chamber with Mayor Cobb presiding. Certification of Closed Meeting: With respect to the Closed Meeting just concluded; Council Member Powers moved that each Member of City Council certify to the best of his or her knowledge that: (1)only public business matters lawfully exempted- - from open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and (2) only such public business matters as were identified in any motion by which any Closed Meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered by City Council. The motion seconded by Council Member Hagen and adopted by the following vote:. ''Ayes: Council Members Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, and Mayor Cobb-6. f Nays: None-O. At 8:14 p.m., Mayor Cobb declared the meeting will stand in recess until Monday, March 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., for the presentation of the Proposed FY 2026-2027 Budget. 11 i The recessed meeting of Roanoke City Council was called to order on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber, 215 Church Avenue, SW, Roanoke, Virginia for tij a Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Recommended Budget with Mayor Joseph L. Cobb, presiding. Present: Council Members Evelyn W. Powers, Nicolas S. Hagen Vivian Sanchez- Jones, S. Terry McGuire (arrived late), Phazhon T. Nash, Peter J. Volosin, and Mayor Joseph L. Cobb-7. Absent: None-O.I The Mayor declared the existence of a quorum. Officers Present: Valmarie Turner, City Manager; Laura M. Carini, City Attorney; Cecelia F. McCoy, City Clerk. Statement of Purpose: Mayor Cobb announced that the purpose of the meeting was to receive the presentation of the Recommended Fiscal Year 2026 —2027 Budget. ITEM FOR ACTION: Recommended Fiscal Year 2026—2027 Budget The City Manager provided a brief introduction of the recommended budget and introduced Trinity Kaseke, Budget Manager, and Tanya Catron, Capital Improvement Program Finance Manager, who discussed the following topics: 1 At 2:13 p.m., Vice-Mayor McGuire joined the meeting. •- Overview • FY2026-2027 Revenue Highlights • FY2026-2027 Expenditure Highlights • FY2026-2027 Expenditures Not Funded • Base Budget Reductions • Capital Improvement Program (CIP) •. Wrap-Up • FY2026-2027 Budget Timeline Following questions and feedback from City Council, Mayor Cobb thanked Ms. Turner and the Management and Budget team for the presentation. He expressed appreciation to the City Manager and budget team for the significant time and effort spent, including weekends, preparing the budget presentation. 12 Community meetings will be held to gather feedback on April 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Williamson Road Library and on April 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the South Roanoke United Methodist Church. In addition, City Council will hold a public hearing on April 23 at 7:00 p.m. to hear comments on the proposed budget and tax rates. OTHER BUSINESS: Council's Code of Conduct: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb to Y P convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss the Council's Code of Conduct and Ethics, as well as each Council Member's obligation s thereunder as permitted, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711. (A)(1), Code;o i Virginia (1950), as amended. Council Member Volosin moved that Council concur in the request The motion- seconded by Council Member Powers and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Powers, Hagen; Sanchez-Jones; McGuire, Nash, Volosin, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays: None-O., At 329 p.m., the Mayor declared the Council meeting in recess fora Closed meeting in the Council's'Conference Room. At 4:32 p.m., the Council meeting reconvened in the Council Chamber, with Mayor Cobb presiding. Certification Of Closed Meeting: With to the Closed Meetingjust concluded, Council Me f 9 respect ect ber Hagen moved that each Member of City Council certify to the best of his or her knowledge that; (1)only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under. the Virginia Freedom of Information Act; and (2) only such public business matters as were identified in any motion by which any Closed Meeting was.convened were heard, discussed or considered by City Council. The motion seconded by Council Member Nash and adopted by the following vote: Ayes: . Council Members Powers, Hagen, Sanchez-Jones, McGuire, Nash, Volosin, and Mayor Cobb-7. Nays::None-O. i i j 1 13 f t` 1 There being no further business, Mayor Cobb declared the meeting adjourned at 4:32 p.m. APPROVED ATTEST: C� cfl&-CLer Cecelia F. McCoy, CMC! oseph Cobb City Clerk Mayor • ; 14 .