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85/73
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee in connection with property rights
acquisition across property of Clement and Joan Binnings, in connection with the Mount
Holland Fire Hydrant Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No.
33230-010697.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/53
01/06/97
The Mayor presented Mr. John P. Bradshaw with a Certificate of Appreciation,
a Crystal Star, and a City paper weight in recognition of his service as a member of the
City Planning Commission from December 26, 1972 to December 31, 1996.
Community Planning
85/53
01/06/97
The Mayor presented Mr. John P. Bradshaw with a Certificate of Appreciation,
a Crystal Star, and a City paper weight in recognition of his service as a member of the
City Planning Commission from December 26, 1972 to December 31, 1996.
Committees
85/53
01/06/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950) as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Council
85/53
01/06/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950) as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Committees
85/54
01/06/97
Minutes of the meeting of the Audit Committee of Roanoke City Council held
on December 16, 1996; received and filed.
Council
85/54
01/06/97
Minutes of the meeting of the Audit Committee of Roanoke City Council held
on December 16, 1996; received and filed.
Audit Committee
85/54
01/06/97
Minutes of the meeting of the Audit Committee of Roanoke City Council held
on December 16, 1996; received and filed.
Committees
85/55
01/06/97
A communication from Dr. Fred P. Roessell, Jr., Executive Director, Blue
Ridge Community Services, recommending ratification of the appointment of Mr. Robert
Lee as an at-large member of the Board of Directors, for a term ending December 31,
1999; received and filed.
Mental Health Services
85/55
01/06/97
A communication from Dr. Fred P. Roessell, Jr., Executive Director, Blue
Ridge Community Services, recommending ratification of the appointment of Mr. Robert
Lee as an at-large member of the Board of Directors, for a term ending December 31, 1999;
received and filed.
Blue Ridge Community Services
85/55
01/06/97
A communication from Dr. Fred P. Roessell, Jr., Executive Director, Blue
Ridge Community Services, recommending ratification of the appointment of Mr. Robert
Lee as an at-large member of the Board of Directors, for a term ending December 31, 1999;
received and filed.
Budget
85/56
01/06/97
A report of the City Manager requesting that Council approve a proposed
schedule for the fiscal year 1997-98 budget study process; concurred in request of the City
Manager.
Traffic
85/57
01/06/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to Second Street/Gainsboro Road
Project, Maintenance of Traffic Detours; received and filed.
Complaints
85/57
01/06/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to Second Street/Gainsboro Road
Project, Maintenance of Traffic Detours; received and filed.
Community Planning
85/57
01/06/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to Second Street/Gainsboro Road
Project, Maintenance of Traffic Detours; received and filed.
Streets and Alleys
85/57
01/06/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to Second Street/Gainsboro Road
Project, Maintenance of Traffic Detours; received and filed.
Council
85/58
01/06/97
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel; viz: pending
litigation in the Circuit Court for the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7),
Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in
Executive Session.
Circuit Court
85/58
01/06/97
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel; viz: pending
litigation in the Circuit Court for the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7),
Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in
Executive Session.
Community Planning
85/58
01/06/97
Qualification of Dan L. Frei as a member of the Roanoke Valley Regional
Cable Television Committee to fill the unexpired term of Alfred Beckley, deceased,
ending July 21, 1999; and Robert B. Manetta as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
85/58
01/06/97
Qualification of Dan L. Frei as a member of the Roanoke Valley Regional
Cable Television Committee to fill the unexpired term of Alfred Beckley, deceased, ending
July 21, 1999; and Robert B. Manetta as a member of the City Planning Commission for a
term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/58
01/06/97
Qualification of Dan L. Frei as a member of the Roanoke Valley Regional
Cable Television Committee to fill the unexpired term of Alfred Beckley, deceased, ending
July 21, 1999; and Robert B. Manetta as a member of the City Planning Commission for a
term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Committees
85/58
01/06/97
Qualification of Dan L. Frei as a member of the Roanoke Valley Regional
Cable Television Committee to fill the unexpired term of Alfred Beckley, deceased, ending
July 21, 1999; and Robert B. Manetta as a member of the City Planning Commission for a
term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Budget
85/59
01/06/97
A report with regard to a Driving Under the Influence Enforcement Grant -
Renewal; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33220-010697 and Res. No. 33221-010697.
Police Department
85/59
01/06/97
A report with regard to a Driving Under the Influence Enforcement Grant -
Renewal; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33220-010697 and Res. No. 33221-010697.
Traffic
85/59
01/06/97
A report with regard to a Driving Under the Influence Enforcement Grant -
Renewal; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33220-010697 and Res. No. 33221-010697.
Grants
85/59
01/06/97
A report with regard to a Driving Under the Influence Enforcement Grant -
Renewal; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33220-010697 and Res. No. 33221-010697.
Budget
85/62
01/06/97
A report with regard to appropriation of additional funds, in the amount of
$58,225.00, for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33222-010697.
Human Development
85/62
01/06/97
A report with regard to appropriation of additional funds, in the amount of
$58,225.00, for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33222-010697.
Grants
85/62
01/06/97
A report with regard to appropriation of additional funds, in the amount of
$58,225.00, for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33222-010697.
FDETC
85/62
01/06/97
A report with regard to appropriation of additional funds, in the amount of
$58,225.00, for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33222-010697.
Traffic
85/64
01/06/97
A report requesting that a public hearing be advertised for Tuesday, January
21, 1997, at 7:00 p.m., with regard to Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act
Enhancement Projects; concurred in the request.
Community Planning
85/64
01/06/97
A report requesting that a public hearing be advertised for Tuesday, January
21, 1997, at 7:00 p.m., with regard to Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act
Enhancement Projects; concurred in the request.
Grants
85/64
01/06/97
A report requesting that a public hearing be advertised for Tuesday, January
21, 1997, at 7:00 p.m., with regard to Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act
Enhancement Projects; concurred in the request.
Budget
85/64
01/06/97
A report with regard to award of a U. S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development Grant allocation, in the amount of $400,000.00, to be used for establishment
of a Homeless Assistance Team, and execution of an agreement with Roanoke Area
Ministries to provide supervision and coordination for the Homeless Assistance Team;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33223-010697 and Res. No. 33224-010697.
Human Development
85/64
01/06/97
A report with regard to award of a U. S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development Grant allocation, in the amount of $400,000.00, to be used for establishment of
a Homeless Assistance Team, and execution of an agreement with Roanoke Area
Ministries to provide supervision and coordination for the Homeless Assistance Team;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33223-010697 and Res. No. 33224-010697.
Housing/Authority
85/64
01/06/97
A report with regard to award of a U. S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development Grant allocation, in the amount of $400,000.00, to be used for establishment of
a Homeless Assistance Team, and execution of an agreement with Roanoke Area
Ministries to provide supervision and coordination for the Homeless Assistance Team;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33223-010697 and Res. No. 33224-010697.
Grants
85/64
01/06/97
A report with regard to award of a U. S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development Grant allocation, in the amount of $400,000.00, to be used for establishment of
a Homeless Assistance Team, and execution of an agreement with Roanoke Area
Ministries to provide supervision and coordination for the Homeless Assistance Team;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33223-010697 and Res. No. 33224-010697.
Roanoke Area Ministries
85/64
01/06/97
A report with regard to award of a U. S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development Grant allocation, in the amount of $400,000.00, to be used for establishment of
a Homeless Assistance Team, and execution of an agreement with Roanoke Area
Ministries to provide supervision and coordination for the Homeless Assistance Team;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33223-010697 and Res. No. 33224-010697.
Budget
85/67
01/06/97
A report recommending that Council authorize continuation of the services of
the Outstationed Eligibility Worker at the Health Department, and appropriation of
$28,867.00; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33225-010697.
Human Development
85/67
01/06/97
A report recommending that Council authorize continuation of the services of
the Outstationed Eligibility Worker at the Health Department, and appropriation of
$28,867.00; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33225-010697.
City Employees
85/67
01/06/97
A report recommending that Council authorize continuation of the services of
the Outstationed Eligibility Worker at the Health Department, and appropriation of
$28,867.00; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33225-010697.
Grants
85/67
01/06/97
A report recommending that Council authorize continuation of the services of
the Outstationed Eligibility Worker at the Health Department, and appropriation of
$28,867.00; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33225-010697.
Police Department
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to purchase of 22 full-size marked automobiles and three
intermediate-size unmarked automobiles, from Farrell Ford-Pontiac, Inc., at a total cose of
$475,786.00, for use by Police and Fire/EMS Departments; adopted Res. No. 33226-010697.
Fire Department
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to purchase of 22 full-size marked automobiles and three
intermediate-size unmarked automobiles, from Farrell Ford-Pontiac, Inc., at a total cose of
$475,786.00, for use by Police and Fire/EMS Departments; adopted Res. No. 33226-010697.
CMERP
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to purchase of 22 full-size marked automobiles and three
intermediate-size unmarked automobiles, from Farrell Ford-Pontiac, Inc., at a total cose of
$475,786.00, for use by Police and Fire/EMS Departments; adopted Res. No. 33226-010697.
Emergency Medical Services
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to purchase of 22 full-size marked automobiles and three
intermediate-size unmarked automobiles, from Farrell Ford-Pontiac, Inc., at a total cose of
$475,786.00, for use by Police and Fire/EMS Departments; adopted Res. No. 33226-010697.
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to purchase of 22 full-size marked automobiles and three
intermediate-size unmarked automobiles, from Farrell Ford-Pontiac, Inc., at a total cose of
$475,786.00, for use by Police and Fire/EMS Departments; adopted Res. No. 33226-010697.
Equipment
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to purchase of 22 full-size marked automobiles and three
intermediate-size unmarked automobiles, from Farrell Ford-Pontiac, Inc., at a total cose of
$475,786.00, for use by Police and Fire/EMS Departments; adopted Res. No. 33226-010697.
Audits/Financial Reports
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to bingo activity close-out for 1996; adopted Ord. No.
33227-010697.
City Code
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to bingo activity close-out for 1996; adopted Ord. No.
33227-010697.
Billings and Collections
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to bingo activity close-out for 1996; adopted Ord. No.
33227-010697.
Bingo/Raffles
85/69
01/06/97
A report with regard to bingo activity close-out for 1996; adopted Ord. No.
33227-010697.
Director of Finance
85/71
01/06/97
Financial report for the month of November, 1996; received and filed.
Audits/Financial Reports
85/71
01/06/97
Financial report for the month of November, 1996; received and filed.
Budget
85/71
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization of a
Lease Agreement for space in the Campbell Court Transportation Center for use by the
City Information Systems Department, effective December 1, 1996. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33228-010697 and Ord. No. 33229-010697.
Communications Department
85/71
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization of a
Lease Agreement for space in the Campbell Court Transportation Center for use by the
City Information Systems Department, effective December 1, 1996. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33228-010697 and Ord. No. 33229-010697.
City Information Systems
85/71
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization of a
Lease Agreement for space in the Campbell Court Transportation Center for use by the
City Information Systems Department, effective December 1, 1996. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33228-010697 and Ord. No. 33229-010697.
Leases
85/71
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization of a
Lease Agreement for space in the Campbell Court Transportation Center for use by the
City Information Systems Department, effective December 1, 1996. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33228-010697 and Ord. No. 33229-010697.
Equipment
85/71
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization of a
Lease Agreement for space in the Campbell Court Transportation Center for use by the
City Information Systems Department, effective December 1, 1996. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33228-010697 and Ord. No. 33229-010697.
Campbell Court Parking Garage
85/71
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization of a
Lease Agreement for space in the Campbell Court Transportation Center for use by the
City Information Systems Department, effective December 1, 1996. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33228-010697 and Ord. No. 33229-010697.
Water Hanes
85/71
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization of a
Lease Agreement for space in the Campbell Court Transportation Center for use by the
City Information Systems Department, effective December 1, 1996. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33228-010697 and Ord. No. 33229-010697.
Fire Department
85/73
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee in connection with property rights
acquisition across property of Clement and Joan Binnings, in connection with the Mount
Holland Fire Hydrant Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No.
33230-010697.
Streets and Alleys
85/73
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee in connection with property rights
acquisition across property of Clement and Joan Binnings, in connection with the Mount
Holland Fire Hydrant Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No.
33230-010697.
Budget
85/84
01/06/97
The City Clerk was instructed to poll the Member of Council with regard to
establishing a meeting date for the Council's financial/revenue planning session.
Insurance
85/75
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that Council
authorize the lease of land occupied by the Mill Mountain Zoo to The Blue Ridge
Zoological Society of Virginia, Inc., for a term of five years ending December 31, 2001.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33231 on first reading. (6-1,
Council Member White voted no).
Parks and Recreation
85/75
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that Council
authorize the lease of land occupied by the Mill Mountain Zoo to The Blue Ridge
Zoological Society of Virginia, Inc., for a term of five years ending December 31, 2001.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33231 on first reading. (6-1,
Council Member White voted no).
Leases
85/75
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that Council
authorize the lease of land occupied by the Mill Mountain Zoo to The Blue Ridge
Zoological Society of Virginia, Inc., for a term of five years ending December 31, 2001.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33231 on first reading. (6-1,
Council Member White voted no).
Water Resources
85/75
01/06/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that Council
authorize the lease of land occupied by the Mill Mountain Zoo to The Blue Ridge
Zoological Society of Virginia, Inc., for a term of five years ending December 31, 2001.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33231 on first reading. (6-1,
Council Member White voted no).
Committees
85/77
01/06/97
A report of the Solid Waste Collection and Disposition Study Committee with
regard to provision of residential refuse collection. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33232-010697.
Refuse Collection
85/77
01/06/97
A report of the Solid Waste Collection and Disposition Study Committee with
regard to provision of residential refuse collection. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33232-010697.
Public Works
85/77
01/06/97
A report of the Solid Waste Collection and Disposition Study Committee with
regard to provision of residential refuse collection. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33232-010697.
Budget
85/80
01/06/97
A report of the Legislative Committee recommending retention of a
legislative liaison to represent the interests of the City before the 1997 Session of the
General Assembly. Council Member William White, Sr., Chairperson; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33233-010697 and Res. No. 33234-010697. (5-2, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council
Member Harris voted no).
Committees
85/80
01/06/97
A report of the Legislative Committee recommending retention of a
legislative liaison to represent the interests of the City before the 1997 Session of the
General Assembly. Council Member William White, Sr., Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33233-010697 and Res. No. 33234-010697. (5-2, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member
Harris voted no).
Legislation
85/80
01/06/97
A report of the Legislative Committee recommending retention of a
legislative liaison to represent the interests of the City before the 1997 Session of the
General Assembly. Council Member William White, Sr., Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33233-010697 and Res. No. 33234-010697. (5-2, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member
Harris voted no).
City Code
85/82
01/06/97
A report of the Audit Committee recommending that Council authorize
amendment to Section 2-121, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to
permit the City Manager to approve transfers between departments in the amount of
$25,000.00, which is an increase over the current allowance of $5,000.00. Council Member
William White, Sr., Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33235-010697.
City Manager
85/82
01/06/97
A report of the Audit Committee recommending that Council authorize
amendment to Section 2-121, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to
permit the City Manager to approve transfers between departments in the amount of
$25,000.00, which is an increase over the current allowance of $5,000.00. Council Member
William White, Sr., Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33235-010697.
Audit Committee
85/82
01/06/97
A report of the Audit Committee recommending that Council authorize
amendment to Section 2-121, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to
permit the City Manager to approve transfers between departments in the amount of
$25,000.00, which is an increase over the current allowance of $5,000.00. Council Member
William White, Sr., Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33235-010697.
Streets and Alleys
85/84
01/06/97
Ordinance No. 33218, on second reading, repealing Ordinance no. 33172-
110496, and vacating, discontinuing and closing a certain ten-foot wide alley running
between Lots 32 and 33, Section 39, Map of East Gate; adopted Ord. No. 33218-010697.
Oaths of Office
85/85
01/06/97
Appointed Gina B. Wilburn as a member of the Advisory Board of Human
Development for a term ending November 30, 2000.
Council
85/84
01/06/97
The City Clerk was instructed to poll the Member of Council with regard to
establishing a meeting date for the Council's financial/revenue planning session.
Police Department
85/85
01/06/97
Major J. L. Viar, Roanoke City Police Department, presented a briefing on
City of Roanoke homicides from 1993 - 1996.
Committees
85/85
01/06/97
Appointed Gina B. Wilburn as a member of the Advisory Board of Human
Development for a term ending November 30, 2000.
Human Development
85/85
01/06/97
Appointed Gina B. Wilburn as a member of the Advisory Board of Human
Development for a term ending November 30, 2000.
Schools
85/104
01/21/97
A report advising of expiration of the three-year terms of office of Marilyn L.
Curtis, Marsha C. Ellison, and John H. Saunders as Trustees of the Roanoke City School
Baord on June 30, 1997, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in
the City Clerk's Office until 5:00 p.m., on Monday, March 10, 1997; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that the Members of City Council be provided with
specific actions taken by the Roanoke City School Board to address the following issues
during the past three years: 1) improving test scores, 2) decreasing the dropout rate, 3)
decreasing the absentee rate, 4) curtailing the drug problem, and 5) curtailing disruptive
behavior.
City Government
85/87
01/21/97
A report with regard to activities in progress utilizing RVTV as a government
and educational communication tool; received and filed.
Cable Television
85/87
01/21/97
A report with regard to activities in progress utilizing RVTV as a government
and educational communication tool; received and filed.
Schools
85/87
01/21/97
A report with regard to activities in progress utilizing RVTV as a government
and educational communication tool; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/90
01/21/97
Recognition of Mr. Richard L. Jones for his service as a member of the City
Planning Commission from January 22, 1985 to December 31, 1996.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/90
01/21/97
Recognition of Mr. Richard L. Jones for his service as a member of the City
Planning Commission from January 22, 1985 to December 31, 1996.
Committees
85/90
01/21/97
Recognition of Mr. Richard L. Jones for his service as a member of the City
Planning Commission from January 22, 1985 to December 31, 1996.
Community Planning
85/90
01/21/97
Recognition of Mr. Richard L. Jones for his service as a member of the City
Planning Commission from January 22, 1985 to December 31, 1996.
Committees
85/91
01/21/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Council
85/91
01/21/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Budget
85/92
01/21/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers transmitting correspondence
from the Government Finance Officers Association of Chicago, Illinois, advising that the
City of Roanoke has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 1996;
received and filed.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/92
01/21/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers transmitting correspondence
from the Government Finance Officers Association of Chicago, Illinois, advising that the
City of Roanoke has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 1996;
received and filed.
Management and Budget
85/92
01/21/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers transmitting correspondence
from the Government Finance Officers Association of Chicago, Illinois, advising that the
City of Roanoke has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 1996;
received and filed.
Director of Finance
85/92
01/21/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers transmitting correspondence
from the Government Finance Officers Association of Chicago, Illinois, advising that the
City of Roanoke has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 1996;
received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/92
01/21/97
Qualification of Barbara N. Duerk as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Committees
85/92
01/21/97
Qualification of Barbara N. Duerk as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Community Planning
85/92
01/21/97
Qualification of Barbara N. Duerk as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/92
01/21/97
Qualification of R. Jean Bevins as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1999; received and filed.
Committees
85/92
01/21/97
Qualification of R. Jean Bevins as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1999; received and filed.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
85/92
01/21/97
Qualification of R. Jean Bevins as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1999; received and filed.
Budget
85/93
01/21/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $125,533.00 from the 1996-97 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Fund to be used for Stonewall Jackson furniture and equipment, facility
maintenance, band equipment, Hurt Park improvements, and replacement of food service
equipment; and appropriation of funds to certain school grant accounts; adopted Budget
ORd. No. 33236-012197.
Grants
85/93
01/21/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $125,533.00 from the 1996-97 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Fund to be used for Stonewall Jackson furniture and equipment, facility
maintenance, band equipment, Hurt Park improvements, and replacement of food service
equipment; and appropriation of funds to certain school grant accounts; adopted Budget
ORd. No. 33236-012197.
Schools
85/93
01/21/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $125,533.00 from the 1996-97 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Fund to be used for Stonewall Jackson furniture and equipment, facility
maintenance, band equipment, Hurt Park improvements, and replacement of food service
equipment; and appropriation of funds to certain school grant accounts; adopted Budget
ORd. No. 33236-012197.
Equipment
85/93
01/21/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $125,533.00 from the 1996-97 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Fund to be used for Stonewall Jackson furniture and equipment, facility
maintenance, band equipment, Hurt Park improvements, and replacement of food service
equipment; and appropriation of funds to certain school grant accounts; adopted Budget
ORd. No. 33236-012197.
Commercial Printing Service
85/95
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Woody Graphics,
Inc., for commercial printing services; adopted Res. No. 33237-012197. (4-3, Mayor Bowers,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt, and Council Member Trout voted no). The City Manager was requested
to inquire as to whether or not the Roanoke Ciyt School System has the capability of
providing in-house printing services for the City, and to advise as to the feasibility of
combining Roanoke City and Roanoke County printing needs as a cost saving measure.
Schools
85/95
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Woody Graphics,
Inc., for commercial printing services; adopted Res. No. 33237-012197. (4-3, Mayor Bowers,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt, and Council Member Trout voted no). The City Manager was requested
to inquire as to whether or not the Roanoke Ciyt School System has the capability of
providing in-house printing services for the City, and to advise as to the feasibility of
combining Roanoke City and Roanoke County printing needs as a cost saving measure.
Annexation/Consolidation
85/95
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Woody Graphics,
Inc., for commercial printing services; adopted Res. No. 33237-012197. (4-3, Mayor Bowers,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt, and Council Member Trout voted no). The City Manager was requested
to inquire as to whether or not the Roanoke Ciyt School System has the capability of
providing in-house printing services for the City, and to advise as to the feasibility of
combining Roanoke City and Roanoke County printing needs as a cost saving measure.
Budget
85/96
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a contract with Wilbur Smith Associates,
in an amount not to exceed $163,148.00, for development of project plans in connection
with the Central Business District Signal System; and transfer of funds in connection
therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33238-012197 and Resolution No. 33239-012197.
Traffic
85/96
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a contract with Wilbur Smith Associates,
in an amount not to exceed $163,148.00, for development of project plans in connection
with the Central Business District Signal System; and transfer of funds in connection
therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33238-012197 and Resolution No. 33239-012197.
Signals and Alarms
85/96
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a contract with Wilbur Smith Associates,
in an amount not to exceed $163,148.00, for development of project plans in connection
with the Central Business District Signal System; and transfer of funds in connection
therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33238-012197 and Resolution No. 33239-012197.
Consultants Reports
85/96
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a contract with Wilbur Smith Associates,
in an amount not to exceed $163,148.00, for development of project plans in connection
with the Central Business District Signal System; and transfer of funds in connection
therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33238-012197 and Resolution No. 33239-012197.
Equipment
85/96
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a contract with Wilbur Smith Associates,
in an amount not to exceed $163,148.00, for development of project plans in connection
with the Central Business District Signal System; and transfer of funds in connection
therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33238-012197 and Resolution No. 33239-012197.
Purchase/Sale of Property
85/98
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a change order or amendment to the
Peters Creek Road Extension contract between the Virginia Department of Transportation
and the City of Roanoke relating to the Roanoke Electric Steel Industrial Access Road
Project; adopted Ord. Nos. 33240-012197 and 33241-012197.
Traffic
85/98
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a change order or amendment to the
Peters Creek Road Extension contract between the Virginia Department of Transportation
and the City of Roanoke relating to the Roanoke Electric Steel Industrial Access Road
Project; adopted Ord. Nos. 33240-012197 and 33241-012197.
Easements
85/98
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a change order or amendment to the
Peters Creek Road Extension contract between the Virginia Department of Transportation
and the City of Roanoke relating to the Roanoke Electric Steel Industrial Access Road
Project; adopted Ord. Nos. 33240-012197 and 33241-012197.
Condemnation Proceedings
85/98
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a change order or amendment to the
Peters Creek Road Extension contract between the Virginia Department of Transportation
and the City of Roanoke relating to the Roanoke Electric Steel Industrial Access Road
Project; adopted Ord. Nos. 33240-012197 and 33241-012197.
Industries
85/98
01/21/97
A report recommending execution of a change order or amendment to the
Peters Creek Road Extension contract between the Virginia Department of Transportation
and the City of Roanoke relating to the Roanoke Electric Steel Industrial Access Road
Project; adopted Ord. Nos. 33240-012197 and 33241-012197.
Consultants Reports
85/102
01/21/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Environmental
Engineering & Technology, Inc., to provide water treatment lab analysis services for the
Water Department, at a cost of $155,990.00; adopted Res. No. 33242-012197.
Water Resources
85/102
01/21/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Environmental
Engineering & Technology, Inc., to provide water treatment lab analysis services for the
Water Department, at a cost of $155,990.00; adopted Res. No. 33242-012197.
Police Department
85/103
01/21/97
A report recommending amendment of the City Code to conform to certain
requirements of the State Code relating to time limits for parking vehicles displaying a
disabled license tag or placard; adopted Res. No. 33243 on first reading.
City Code
85/103
01/21/97
A report recommending amendment of the City Code to conform to certain
requirements of the State Code relating to time limits for parking vehicles displaying a
disabled license tag or placard; adopted Res. No. 33243 on first reading.
Licenses
85/103
01/21/97
A report recommending amendment of the City Code to conform to certain
requirements of the State Code relating to time limits for parking vehicles displaying a
disabled license tag or placard; adopted Res. No. 33243 on first reading.
Disabled Persons
85/103
01/21/97
A report recommending amendment of the City Code to conform to certain
requirements of the State Code relating to time limits for parking vehicles displaying a
disabled license tag or placard; adopted Res. No. 33243 on first reading.
Council
85/104
01/21/97
A report advising of expiration of the three-year terms of office of Marilyn L.
Curtis, Marsha C. Ellison, and John H. Saunders as Trustees of the Roanoke City School
Baord on June 30, 1997, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in
the City Clerk's Office until 5:00 p.m., on Monday, March 10, 1997; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that the Members of City Council be provided with
specific actions taken by the Roanoke City School Board to address the following issues
during the past three years: 1) improving test scores, 2) decreasing the dropout rate, 3)
decreasing the absentee rate, 4) curtailing the drug problem, and 5) curtailing disruptive
behavior.
Parks and Recreation
85/110
01/21/97
Council Member Harris requested that the City Manager report to Council
during fiscal year 1997-98 budget study with regard to providing off-street parking for
persons
using Lakewood Park.
Budget
85/105
01/21/97
A report of the bid committee recommending acceptance of the bid submitted
by PNC Corporation, for replacement of wood windows with aluminum windows in the
Commonwealth Building, 210 West Church Avenue; and transfer of funds in connection
therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33244-
012197.
Traffic
85/110
01/21/97
Council Member Harris requested that the City Manager report to Council
during fiscal year 1997-98 budget study with regard to providing off-street parking for
persons
using Lakewood Park.
CMERP
85/105
01/21/97
A report of the bid committee recommending acceptance of the bid submitted
by PNC Corporation, for replacement of wood windows with aluminum windows in the
Commonwealth Building, 210 West Church Avenue; and transfer of funds in connection
therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33244-012197.
Commonwealth of Virginia Building
85/105
01/21/97
A report of the bid committee recommending acceptance of the bid submitted
by PNC Corporation, for replacement of wood windows with aluminum windows in the
Commonwealth Building, 210 West Church Avenue; and transfer of funds in connection
therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33244-012197.
Budget
85/106
01/21/97
A report of the Bid committee recommending acceptance of the bids
submitted by Williams Painting and Remodeling Inc., and Kinsey Crane and Sign
Company, for reworking and painting the Mill Mountain Star and Structure and Mill
Mountain Antenna; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John
H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33245-012197.
Parks and Recreation
85/106
01/21/97
A report of the Bid committee recommending acceptance of the bids
submitted by Williams Painting and Remodeling Inc., and Kinsey Crane and Sign
Company, for reworking and painting the Mill Mountain Star and Structure and Mill
Mountain Antenna; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H.
Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33245-012197.
Capital Improvements Program
85/106
01/21/97
A report of the Bid committee recommending acceptance of the bids
submitted by Williams Painting and Remodeling Inc., and Kinsey Crane and Sign
Company, for reworking and painting the Mill Mountain Star and Structure and Mill
Mountain Antenna; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H.
Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33245-012197.
CMERP
85/106
01/21/97
A report of the Bid committee recommending acceptance of the bids
submitted by Williams Painting and Remodeling Inc., and Kinsey Crane and Sign
Company, for reworking and painting the Mill Mountain Star and Structure and Mill
Mountain Antenna; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H.
Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33245-012197.
Insurance
85/107
01/21/97
Ordinance No. 33231, on second reading, authorizing a lease agreement
between the City and the Blue Ridge Zoological Society of Virginia, Inc., for land to be
occupied by the Mill Mountain Zoo, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No.
33231-012197.
Parks and Recreation
85/107
01/21/97
Ordinance No. 33231, on second reading, authorizing a lease agreement
between the City and the Blue Ridge Zoological Society of Virginia, Inc., for land to be
occupied by the Mill Mountain Zoo, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No.
33231-012197.
Billings and Collections
85/107
01/21/97
Ordinance No. 33231, on second reading, authorizing a lease agreement
between the City and the Blue Ridge Zoological Society of Virginia, Inc., for land to be
occupied by the Mill Mountain Zoo, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No.
33231-012197.
Leases
85/107
01/21/97
Ordinance No. 33231, on second reading, authorizing a lease agreement
between the City and the Blue Ridge Zoological Society of Virginia, Inc., for land to be
occupied by the Mill Mountain Zoo, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No.
33231-012197.
Water Resources
85/107
01/21/97
Ordinance No. 33231, on second reading, authorizing a lease agreement
between the City and the Blue Ridge Zoological Society of Virginia, Inc., for land to be
occupied by the Mill Mountain Zoo, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No.
33231-012197.
Buses
85/108
01/21/97
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m., on Monday, February 3, 1997;
adopted Res. No. 33246-012197.
Council
85/108
01/21/97
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m., on Monday, February 3, 1997;
adopted Res. No. 33246-012197.
Council
85/108
01/21/97
The City Attorney was requested to prepare the proper measure
memorializing the Honorable Junius A. Haskins, Member, Lynchburg City Council.
Deceased Persons
85/108
01/21/97
The City Attorney was requested to prepare the proper measure
memorializing the Honorable Junius A. Haskins, Member, Lynchburg City Council.
Budget
85/108
01/21/97
The City Manager was requested to report to Council with regard to funding
for the City's most immediate traffic signal needs.
Traffic
85/108
01/21/97
The City Manager was requested to report to Council with regard to funding
for the City's most immediate traffic signal needs.
Signals and Alarms
85/108
01/21/97
The City Manager was requested to report to Council with regard to funding
for the City's most immediate traffic signal needs.
Budget
85/109
01/21/97
The matter of providing Christmas Eve as an additional holiday for City
employees was referred to the City Manager for report during fiscal year 1997-98 budget
study.
Celebrations
85/109
01/21/97
The matter of providing Christmas Eve as an additional holiday for City
employees was referred to the City Manager for report during fiscal year 1997-98 budget
study.
City Employees
85/109
01/21/97
The matter of providing Christmas Eve as an additional holiday for City
employees was referred to the City Manager for report during fiscal year 1997-98 budget
study.
Police Department
85/109
01/21/97
Council Member Swain requested that the City Manager conduct an internal
examination of polygraph standards for recruiting police officers, and Vice-Mayor Wyatt
requested that the broader issue of recruitment be addressed; whereupon, the City
Manager advised that he would discuss specific concerns with Vice-Mayor Wyatt.
Council
85/109
01/21/97
Council Member Swain requested that the City Manager conduct an internal
examination of polygraph standards for recruiting police officers, and Vice-Mayor Wyatt
requested that the broader issue of recruitment be addressed; whereupon, the City
Manager advised that he would discuss specific concerns with Vice-Mayor Wyatt.
Zoning
85/109
01/21/97
At its Financial Planning Session on Saturday, March 8, 1997, Council
Member Swain requested that City Council discuss the feasibility of reducing the real
estate tax rate; and Council Member White requested that the City Administration review
the matter on a long-term basis to determine the impact on debt service. Council Member
White also requested that council discuss the matter of reclassification of agricultural land
within the City. Council Member Swain suggested that Council discuss the issue of tax-
exempt properties of non-profit organizations and the feasibility of increasing the annual
service charge in an amount equal to 20% of the City's real estate tax levy.
Taxes
85/109
01/21/97
At its Financial Planning Session on Saturday, March 8, 1997, Council
Member Swain requested that City Council discuss the feasibility of reducing the real
estate tax rate; and Council Member White requested that the City Administration review
the matter on a long-term basis to determine the impact on debt service. Council Member
White also requested that council discuss the matter of reclassification of agricultural land
within the City. Council Member Swain suggested that Council discuss the issue of
tax exempt properties of non-profit organizations and the feasibility of increasing the annual
service
charge in an amount equal to 20% of the City's real estate tax levy.
Council
85/109
01/21/97
At its Financial Planning Session on Saturday, March 8, 1997, Council
Member Swain requested that City Council discuss the feasibility of reducing the real
estate tax rate; and Council Member White requested that the City Administration review
the matter on a long-term basis to determine the impact on debt service. Council Member
White also requested that council discuss the matter of reclassification of agricultural land
within the City. Council Member Swain suggested that Council discuss the issue of
tax exempt properties of non-profit organizations and the feasibility of increasing the annual
service
charge in an amount equal to 20% of the City's real estate tax levy.
Special Permits
85/109
01/21/97
At its Financial Planning Session on Saturday, March 8, 1997, Council
Member Swain requested that City Council discuss the feasibility of reducing the real
estate tax rate; and Council Member White requested that the City Administration review
the matter on a long-term basis to determine the impact on debt service. Council Member
White also requested that council discuss the matter of reclassification of agricultural land
within the City. Council Member Swain suggested that Council discuss the issue of
tax exempt properties of non-profit organizations and the feasibility of increasing the annual
service
charge in an amount equal to 20% of the City's real estate tax levy.
Budget
85/110
01/21/97
Council Member Harris requested that the City Manager report to Council
during fiscal year 1997-98 budget study with regard to providing off-street parking for
persons using Lakewood Park.
Industries
85/113
01/21/97
Appointed William L. Bova as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority to fill the unexpired term of Stanley R. Hale, resigned, ending October 20, 1997.
Council
85/110
01/21/97
Council Member Harris requested that the City Manager report to Council
during fiscal year 1997-98 budget study with regard to providing off-street parking for
persons
using Lakewood Park.
Committees
85/113
01/21/97
Appointed Scott Katz as a member of the Youth Services Citizen Board to fill
the unexpired term of George A. McLean, III, ending May 31, 1997.
Streets and Alleys
85/110
01/21/97
Council Member Harris requested that the City Manager report to Council
during fiscal year 1997-98 budget study with regard to providing off-street parking for
persons
using Lakewood Park.
Oaths of Office
85/111
01/21/97
Appointed Richard L. Jones as a member of the Architectural Review Board
to fill the unexpired term of Robert B. Manetta, ending October 1, 1999.
Committees
85/111
01/21/97
Appointed Richard L. Jones as a member of the Architectural Review Board
to fill the unexpired term of Robert B. Manetta, ending October 1, 1999.
Architectural Review Board
85/111
01/21/97
Appointed Richard L. Jones as a member of the Architectural Review Board
to fill the unexpired term of Robert B. Manetta, ending October 1, 1999.
Oaths of Office
85/112
01/21/97
Appointed Christie L. Meredith as a Commissioner of the Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board of Commissioners to fill the unexpired term
of Thaddeus H. Hale, Jr., ending August 31, 1998.
Committees
85/112
01/21/97
Appointed Christie L. Meredith as a Commissioner of the Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board of Commissioners to fill the unexpired term of
Thaddeus H. Hale, Jr., ending August 31, 1998.
Housing/Authority
85/112
01/21/97
Appointed Christie L. Meredith as a Commissioner of the Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board of Commissioners to fill the unexpired term of
Thaddeus H. Hale, Jr., ending August 31, 1998.
Oaths of Office
85/112
01/21/97
Appointed Vaunda C. Leftwich as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee to fill the unexpired term of William G. Nork, III,
resigned, ending November 30, 1998.
Committees
85/112
01/21/97
Appointed Vaunda C. Leftwich as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee to fill the unexpired term of William G. Nork, III, resigned,
ending November 30, 1998.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
85/112
01/21/97
Appointed Vaunda C. Leftwich as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee to fill the unexpired term of William G. Nork, III, resigned,
ending November 30, 1998.
Oaths of Office
85/113
01/21/97
Appointed William L. Bova as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority to fill the unexpired term of Stanley R. Hale, resigned, ending October 20, 1997.
Committees
85/1130
01/21/97
Appointed William L. Bova as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority to fill the unexpired term of Stanley R. Hale, resigned, ending October 20, 1997.
Greenway System
85/123
01/21/97
Public hearing with regard to consideration of previously received
applications for federal funds expected to be reauthorized and made available through the
Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) for transportation enhancement
projects in fiscal year 1997-98. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; adopted Res. Nos.
33248-012197 and 33249-012197.
Oaths of Office
85/113
01/21/97
Appointed Scott Katz as a member of the Youth Services Citizen Board to fill
the unexpired term of George A. McLean, III, ending May 31, 1997.
Schools
85/118
01/21/97
Public hearing on a request of the City of Roanoke to close and discontinue,
by barricade, the eaternmost terminus of Mount Holland Drive, S. W., near the rear
entrance of Hidden Valley Junior High School. John R. Marlles, Agent, City Planning
Commission; adopted Ordinance No. 33247 on first reading.
Youth
85/113
01/21/97
Appointed Scott Katz as a member of the Youth Services Citizen Board to fill
the unexpired term of George A. McLean, III, ending May 31, 1997.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/114
01/21/97
F. Wiley Hubbell was recognized as the 1996 Citizen of the Year.
Pensions
85/114
01/21/97
F. Wiley Hubbell was recognized as the 1996 Citizen of the Year.
Citizen of the Year
85/114
01/21/97
F. Wiley Hubbell was recognized as the 1996 Citizen of the Year.
Zoning
85/114
01/21/97
Continuation of a petition from Maple Avenue Associates, Inc., appealing a
decision of the Architectural Review Board to demolish the premises located at 1422
Maple Avenue, S. W. Edward A. Natt, Attorney; Council affirmed a decision of the
Architectural Review Board on November 14, 1996, that no Certificate of Appropriateness
be issued for the demolition of the structure located at 1422 Maple Avenue, S. W., on the
grounds that loss of the structure would be adverse to the district and the public interest
by virtue of its uniqueness and significance to the district, and that demolition of the
structure would have an adverse effect on the character and surrounding environment of
the district.
Architectural Review Board
85/114
01/21/97
Continuation of a petition from Maple Avenue Associates, Inc., appealing a
decision of the Architectural Review Board to demolish the premises located at 1422 Maple
Avenue, S. W. Edward A. Natt, Attorney; Council affirmed a decision of the Architectural
Review Board on November 14, 1996, that no Certificate of Appropriateness be issued for
the demolition of the structure located at 1422 Maple Avenue, S. W., on the grounds that
loss of the structure would be adverse to the district and the public interest by virtue of its
uniqueness and significance to the district, and that demolition of the structure would have
an adverse effect on the character and surrounding environment of the district.
Planning
85/123
01/21/97
Public hearing with regard to consideration of previously received
applications for federal funds expected to be reauthorized and made available through the
Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) for transportation enhancement
projects in fiscal year 1997-98. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; adopted Res. Nos.
33248-012197 and 33249-012197.
Streets and Alleys
85/118
01/21/97
Public hearing on a request of the City of Roanoke to close and discontinue,
by barricade, the eaternmost terminus of Mount Holland Drive, S. W., near the rear
entrance of Hidden Valley Junior High School. John R. Marlles, Agent, City Planning
Commission; adopted Ordinance No. 33247 on first reading.
Traffic
85/123
01/21/97
Public hearing with regard to consideration of previously received
applications for federal funds expected to be reauthorized and made available through
the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) for transportation
enhancement projects in fiscal year 1997-98. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; adopted
Res. Nos. 33248-012197 and 33249-012197.
Grants
85/123
01/21/97
Public hearing with regard to consideration of previously received
applications for federal funds expected to be reauthorized and made available through the
Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) for transportation enhancement
projects in fiscal year 1997-98. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; adopted Res. Nos.
33248-012197 and 33249-012197.
Virginia Transportation Museum
85/123
01/21/97
Public hearing with regard to consideration of previously received
applications for federal funds expected to be reauthorized and made available through the
Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) for transportation enhancement
projects in fiscal year 1997-98. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; adopted Res. Nos.
33248-012197 and 33249-012197.
Leases
85/154
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
new contract with Quantum Medical Business Services, Inc., to provide EMS billing and
collection services for a period of one year; and execution of a new lease agreement for
space in the Municipal Building for a term of one year. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33261-020397 and Ord. No. 33262 on first reading.
Emergency Medical Services
85/154
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
new contract with Quantum Medical Business Services, Inc., to provide EMS billing and
collection services for a period of one year; and execution of a new lease agreement for
space in the Municipal Building for a term of one year. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33261-020397 and Ord. No. 33262 on first reading.
Commonwealth of Virginia Building
85/153
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of
Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 5 with the General Services Administration relating to
lease of space in the Commonwealth of Virginia Building. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33260 on first reading.
Water Resources
85/153
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of
Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 5 with the General Services Administration relating to
lease of space in the Commonwealth of Virginia Building. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33260 on first reading.
Municipal Building
85/154
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
new contract with Quantum Medical Business Services, Inc., to provide EMS billing and
collection services for a period of one year; and execution of a new lease agreement for
space in the Municipal Building for a term of one year. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33261-020397 and Ord. No. 33262 on first reading.
Council
85/134
02/03/97
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel, specifically the
terms and conditions of the settlement of a claim involving an insurance matter, pursuant to
Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for
Council to convene in Executive Session.
Traffic
85/135
02/03/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to goals of the Commonwealth
Transportation Alliance; received and filed.
State Highways
85/135
02/03/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to goals of the Commonwealth
Transportation Alliance; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/136
02/03/97
Qualification of Barbara Lashley as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission to fill the unexpired term of Janie P. Wheeler, resigned, ending June 30,
1999; received and filed.
Committees
85/137
02/03/97
Qualification of Barbara Lashley as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission to fill the unexpired term of Janie P. Wheeler, resigned, ending June 30, 1999;
received and filed.
Roanoke Arts Commission
85/136
02/03/97
Qualification of Barbara Lashley as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission to fill the unexpired term of Janie P. Wheeler, resigned, ending June 30, 1999;
received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/136
02/03/97
Qualification of Gina B. Wilburn as a member of the Advisory Board of Human
Development for a term ending November 30, 2000; received and filed.
Committees
85/136
02/03/97
Qualification of Gina B. Wilburn as a member of the Advisory Board of Human
Development for a term ending November 30, 2000; received and filed.
Human Development
85/136
02/03/97
Qualification of Gina B. Wilburn as a member of the Advisory Board of Human
Development for a term ending November 30, 2000; received and filed.
Purchase/Sale of Property
85/136
02/03/97
Council concurred in a report of the Assistant City Manager requesting an
Executive Session to discuss the disposition of publicly held property in connection with a
prospective business where no previous announcement has been made of the business;
interest in locating in the community, specifically the possible conveyance of an interest
in land for economic development purposes, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(5), Code of
Virginia (1950), as amended.
Planning
85/136
02/03/97
Council concurred in a report of the Assistant City Manager requesting an
Executive Session to discuss the disposition of publicly held property in connection with a
prospective business where no previous announcement has been made of the business;
interest in locating in the community, specifically the possible conveyance of an interest in
land for economic development purposes, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(5), Code of
Virginia (1950), as amended.
Industries
85/136
02/03/97
Council concurred in a report of the Assistant City Manager requesting an
Executive Session to discuss the disposition of publicly held property in connection with a
prospective business where no previous announcement has been made of the business;
interest in locating in the community, specifically the possible conveyance of an interest in
land for economic development purposes, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(5), Code of
Virginia (1950), as amended.
Council
85/136
02/03/97
Council concurred in a report of the Assistant City Manager requesting an
Executive Session to discuss the disposition of publicly held property in connection with a
prospective business where no previous announcement has been made of the business;
interest in locating in the community, specifically the possible conveyance of an interest in
land for economic development purposes, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(5), Code of
Virginia (1950), as amended.
Parks and Recreation
85/137
02/03/97
A report of the City Manager transmitting recommendations with regard to the
Greenways Proposal. Council concurred in the recommendation of the City Manager.
The Mayor addressed the issue of turning Wiley Drive into a greenway by making Wiley
Drive a one-way street, with one side reserved for biking, hiking, jogging, etc. The matter
was referred to the City Manager for study, report and recommendation to Council.
Planning
85/137
02/03/97
A report of the City Manager transmitting recommendations with regard to the
Greenways Proposal. Council concurred in the recommendation of the City Manager.
The Mayor addressed the issue of turning Wiley Drive into a greenway by making Wiley
Drive a one-way street, with one side reserved for biking, hiking, jogging, etc. The matter
was referred to the City Manager for study, report and recommendation to Council.
Greenway System
85/137
02/03/97
A report of the City Manager transmitting recommendations with regard to the
Greenways Proposal. Council concurred in the recommendation of the City Manager.
The Mayor addressed the issue of turning Wiley Drive into a greenway by making Wiley
Drive a one-way street, with one side reserved for biking, hiking, jogging, etc. The matter
was referred to the City Manager for study, report and recommendation to Council.
Streets and Alleys
85/137
02/03/97
A report of the City Manager transmitting recommendations with regard to the
Greenways Proposal. Council concurred in the recommendation of the City Manager.
The Mayor addressed the issue of turning Wiley Drive into a greenway by making Wiley
Drive a one-way street, with one side reserved for biking, hiking, jogging, etc. The matter
was referred to the City Manager for study, report and recommendation to Council.
Budget
85/138
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $78,150.00 to the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology Addition/Property Account, representing land sale proceeds from
the sale of property to Orvis Roanoke, Inc., for the purpose of business expansion in the
RCIT; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33250-020397.
Purchase/Sale of Property
85/138
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $78,150.00 to the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology Addition/Property Account, representing land sale proceeds from
the sale of property to Orvis Roanoke, Inc., for the purpose of business expansion in the
RCIT; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33250-020397.
Industries
85/138
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $78,150.00 to the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology Addition/Property Account, representing land sale proceeds from
the sale of property to Orvis Roanoke, Inc., for the purpose of business expansion in the
RCIT; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33250-020397.
Economic Development
85/138
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $78,150.00 to the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology Addition/Property Account, representing land sale proceeds from
the sale of property to Orvis Roanoke, Inc., for the purpose of business expansion in the
RCIT; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33250-020397.
Human Development
85/139
02/03/97
A report with regard to formation of a Fifth Planning Regional Alliance
pursuant to provisions of the 1996 Regional Competitiveness Act; adopted Res. No. 33251-
020397.
Committees
85/139
02/03/97
A report with regard to formation of a Fifth Planning Regional Alliance
pursuant to provisions of the 1996 Regional Competitiveness Act; adopted Res. No.
33251-020397.
Legislation
85/139
02/03/97
A report with regard to formation of a Fifth Planning Regional Alliance
pursuant to provisions of the 1996 Regional Competitiveness Act; adopted Res. No.
33251-020397.
Planning
85/139
02/03/97
A report with regard to formation of a Fifth Planning Regional Alliance
pursuant to provisions of the 1996 Regional Competitiveness Act; adopted Res. No.
33251-020397.
Fifth Planning District Commission
85/139
02/03/97
A report with regard to formation of a Fifth Planning Regional Alliance
pursuant to provisions of the 1996 Regional Competitiveness Act; adopted Res. No.
33251-020397.
Regional Competitiveness Act
85/139
02/03/97
A report with regard to formation of a Fifth Planning Regional Alliance
pursuant to provisions of the 1996 Regional Competitiveness Act; adopted Res. No.
33251-020397.
Economic Development
85/139
02/03/97
A report with regard to formation of a Fifth Planning Regional Alliance
pursuant to provisions of the 1996 Regional Competitiveness Act; adopted Res. No.
33251-020397.
Budget
85/141
02/03/97
A report recommending transfer of funds from a Capital Account for design
and related work for connection of the Tinker Creek interceptor siphon box, on the plant,
side of the river, to the headworks at the Water Pollution Control Plant; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33252-020397.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/141
02/03/97
A report recommending transfer of funds from a Capital Account for design
and related work for connection of the Tinker Creek interceptor siphon box, on the plant,
side of the river, to the headworks at the Water Pollution Control Plant; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33252-020397.
Water Resources
85/141
02/03/97
A report recommending transfer of funds from a Capital Account for design
and related work for connection of the Tinker Creek interceptor siphon box, on the plant,
side of the river, to the headworks at the Water Pollution Control Plant; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33252-020397.
Budget
85/142
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $45,000.00 from the 1996 General
Obligation Bond proceeds to fund an engineering contract with T. P. Parker & Son,
Engineers & Surveyors, Ltd., for design of the Baker Street Drainage Project; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33253-020397. Council Member Swain inquired as to the number of
pending storm drainage projects in the City, estimated cost broken down by projects, and
timetable for completion.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/142
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $45,000.00 from the 1996 General
Obligation Bond proceeds to fund an engineering contract with T. P. Parker & Son,
Engineers & Surveyors, Ltd., for design of the Baker Street Drainage Project; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33253-020397. Council Member Swain inquired as to the number of
pending storm drainage projects in the City, estimated cost broken down by projects, and
timetable for completion.
Bonds/Bond Issues
85/142
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $45,000.00 from the 1996 General
Obligation Bond proceeds to fund an engineering contract with T. P. Parker & Son,
Engineers & Surveyors, Ltd., for design of the Baker Street Drainage Project; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33253-020397. Council Member Swain inquired as to the number of
pending storm drainage projects in the City, estimated cost broken down by projects, and
timetable for completion.
Flood Reduction/Control
85/142
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $45,000.00 from the 1996 General
Obligation Bond proceeds to fund an engineering contract with T. P. Parker & Son,
Engineers & Surveyors, Ltd., for design of the Baker Street Drainage Project; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33253-020397. Council Member Swain inquired as to the number of
pending storm drainage projects in the City, estimated cost broken down by projects, and
timetable for completion.
Consultants Reports
85/142
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $45,000.00 from the 1996 General
Obligation Bond proceeds to fund an engineering contract with T. P. Parker & Son,
Engineers & Surveyors, Ltd., for design of the Baker Street Drainage Project; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33253-020397. Council Member Swain inquired as to the number of
pending storm drainage projects in the City, estimated cost broken down by projects, and
timetable for completion.
Water Resources
85/142
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $45,000.00 from the 1996 General
Obligation Bond proceeds to fund an engineering contract with T. P. Parker & Son,
Engineers & Surveyors, Ltd., for design of the Baker Street Drainage Project; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33253-020397. Council Member Swain inquired as to the number of
pending storm drainage projects in the City, estimated cost broken down by projects, and
timetable for completion.
Streets and Alleys
85/142
02/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of $45,000.00 from the 1996 General
Obligation Bond proceeds to fund an engineering contract with T. P. Parker & Son,
Engineers & Surveyors, Ltd., for design of the Baker Street Drainage Project; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33253-020397. Council Member Swain inquired as to the number of
pending storm drainage projects in the City, estimated cost broken down by projects, and
timetable for completion.
Refuse Collection
85/144
02/03/97
A report recommending award of a contract to BFI Waste Systems, Inc., to
provide bulk container collection services, for a period of one year, with the option to
renew for two additional one-year periods, at a cost of $24.88 per unit, per pick-up;
adopted Resolution No. 33254-020397.
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
85/144
02/03/97
A report recommending award of a contract to BFI Waste Systems, Inc., to
provide bulk container collection services, for a period of one year, with the option to
renew for two additional one-year periods, at a cost of $24.88 per unit, per pick-up; adopted
Resolution No. 33254-020397.
Director of Finance
85/145
02/03/97
A financial report for the month of December, 1996; received and filed.
Audits/Financial Reports
85/145
02/03/97
A financial report for the month of December, 1996; received and filed.
Committees
85/145
02/03/97
A report advising of expiration of the three year terms of office of Marilyn L.
Curtis, Marsha W. Ellison, and John H. Saunders as Trustees of the Roanoke City School
Board on June 30, 1997, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in
the City Clerk's Office until 5:00 p.m., on Monday, March 10, 1997; received and filed.
Schools
85/145
02/03/97
A report advising of expiration of the three year terms of office of Marilyn L.
Curtis, Marsha W. Ellison, and John H. Saunders as Trustees of the Roanoke City School
Board on June 30, 1997, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in
the City Clerk's Office until 5:00 p.m., on Monday, March 10, 1997; received and filed.
Committees
85/145
02/03/97
A report requesting that Council concur in establishing specific dates for
various actions required pursuant to the School Trustee selection process; concurred in
the request. The City Attorney was requested to prepare the proper measure recognizing
the service of Ms. Marilyn L. Curtis as a Trustee of the Roanoke City School Board from
May 2, 1988 to June 30, 1997.
Schools
85/145
02/03/97
A report requesting that Council concur in establishing specific dates for
various actions required pursuant to the School Trustee selection process; concurred in the
request. The City Attorney was requested to prepare the proper measure recognizing the
service of Ms. Marilyn L. Curtis as a Trustee of the Roanoke City School Board from May 2,
1988 to June 30, 1997.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/145
02/03/97
A report requesting that Council concur in establishing specific dates for
various actions required pursuant to the School Trustee selection process; concurred in the
request. The City Attorney was requested to prepare the proper measure recognizing the
service of Ms. Marilyn L. Curtis as a Trustee of the Roanoke City School Board from May 2,
1988 to June 30, 1997.
Roanoke Civic Center
85/147
02/03/97
A report of the Roanoke Civic Center Commission recommending renewal of
the current contract with Ticketmaster Mid-Atlantic, Inc., for five years to provide
computerized ticketing service for the Roanoke Civic Center. James W. Stephens,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33255-020397.
Budget
85/148
02/03/97
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a contract to Breakell,
Inc., in the amount of $126,702.00, to construct a new (roof) cover over the entrance to the
Exhibit Hall at the Civic Center; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council
Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33256-020397 and
Ordinance No. 33257-020397.
Roanoke Civic Center
85/148
02/03/97
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a contract to Breakell,
Inc., in the amount of $126,702.00, to construct a new (roof) cover over the entrance to the
Exhibit Hall at the Civic Center; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council
Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33256-020397 and Ordinance
No. 33257-020397.
Real Estate Valuation
85/150
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending amendment of
the Environmental Policy relating to Real Property Acquisition to provide for a semi-
annual summary report to the Members of City Council for property right(s) acquisition(s)
for which a complete environmental assessment is not performed. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Resolution No. 33258-020397.
Environmental Assessments
85/150
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending amendment of
the Environmental Policy relating to Real Property Acquisition to provide for a semi-annual
summary report to the Members of City Council for property right(s) acquisition(s) for
which a complete environmental assessment is not performed. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; adopted Resolution No. 33258-020397.
Water Resources
85/150
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending amendment of
the Environmental Policy relating to Real Property Acquisition to provide for a semi-annual
summary report to the Members of City Council for property right(s) acquisition(s) for
which a complete environmental assessment is not performed. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; adopted Resolution No. 33258-020397.
Traffic
85/151
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate document granting a new 2,243 sq. ft. permanent drainage easement to the
Virginia Department of Transportation across City-owned property at Coyner Springs in
connection with development of the new Brookfield Subdivision. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33259 on first reading.
Sewers amd Storm Drains
85/151
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate document granting a new 2,243 sq. ft. permanent drainage easement to the
Virginia Department of Transportation across City-owned property at Coyner Springs in
connection with development of the new Brookfield Subdivision. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33259 on first reading.
Easements
85/151
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate document granting a new 2,243 sq. ft. permanent drainage easement to the
Virginia Department of Transportation across City-owned property at Coyner Springs in
connection with development of the new Brookfield Subdivision. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33259 on first reading.
State Highways
85/151
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate document granting a new 2,243 sq. ft. permanent drainage easement to the
Virginia Department of Transportation across City-owned property at Coyner Springs in
connection with development of the new Brookfield Subdivision. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33259 on first reading.
City Property
85/151
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate document granting a new 2,243 sq. ft. permanent drainage easement to the
Virginia Department of Transportation across City-owned property at Coyner Springs in
connection with development of the new Brookfield Subdivision. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33259 on first reading.
Water Resources
85/151
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate document granting a new 2,243 sq. ft. permanent drainage easement to the
Virginia Department of Transportation across City-owned property at Coyner Springs in
connection with development of the new Brookfield Subdivision. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33259 on first reading.
Leases
85/153
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of
Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 5 with the General Services Administration relating
to lease of space in the Commonwealth of Virginia Building. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33260 on first reading.
Newspapers
85/164
02/03/97
Council Member White referred to a newspaper article which appeared in the
Thursday, January 30 edition of the Roanoke Times listing Roanoke as the most
segregated City in Virginia, and requested that the City Manager report to Council with
regard to data/factors which were used to compile the national study. Council Member
Swain requested that Council be apprised of any irregularities report to the Fair Housing
Board.
Traffic
85/165
02/03/97
Council Member Parrott requested that the matter of providing parking for
persons residing in downtown Roanoke be referred to the City Manager for study, report
and recommendation. He called attention to the practice of some localities of providing a
sticker to be applied to the windshield of the vehicle. Vice-Mayor Wyatt asked that the
City Manager explore the feasibility of providing parking in the City parking garages in
downtown Roanoke.
Council
85/165
02/03/97
Council Member Parrott requested that the matter of providing parking for
persons residing in downtown Roanoke be referred to the City Manager for study, report
and recommendation. He called attention to the practice of some localities of providing a
sticker to be applied to the windshield of the vehicle. Vice-Mayor Wyatt asked that the City
Manager explore the feasibility of providing parking in the City parking garages in
downtown Roanoke.
Housing/Authority
85/165
02/03/97
Council Member Parrott requested that the matter of providing parking for
persons residing in downtown Roanoke be referred to the City Manager for study, report
and recommendation. He called attention to the practice of some localities of providing a
sticker to be applied to the windshield of the vehicle. Vice-Mayor Wyatt asked that the City
Manager explore the feasibility of providing parking in the City parking garages in
downtown Roanoke.
Downtown Roanoke, Incorporated
85/165
02/03/97
Council Member Parrott requested that the matter of providing parking for
persons residing in downtown Roanoke be referred to the City Manager for study, report
and recommendation. He called attention to the practice of some localities of providing a
sticker to be applied to the windshield of the vehicle. Vice-Mayor Wyatt asked that the City
Manager explore the feasibility of providing parking in the City parking garages in
downtown Roanoke.
Water Resources
85/154
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
new contract with Quantum Medical Business Services, Inc., to provide EMS billing and
collection services for a period of one year; and execution of a new lease agreement for
space in the Municipal Building for a term of one year. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33261-020397 and Ord. No. 33262 on first reading.
City Property
85/156
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending adoption of a
policy with regard to wireless telecommunications facilities located on City property. Vice-
Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33263-020397.
Communications Department
85/156
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending adoption of a
policy with regard to wireless telecommunications facilities located on City property.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33263-020397.
Telephone Equipment
85/156
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending adoption of a
policy with regard to wireless telecommunications facilities located on City property.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33263-020397.
Water Resources
85/156
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending adoption of a
policy with regard to wireless telecommunications facilities located on City property.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33263-020397.
Budget
85/159
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending approval of the
Garden City Property/Relocation Program Acquisition Policy, purchase of certain
properties, execution of the appropriate implementation documents; and appropriation of
funds. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33264-020397
and Ord. No. 33265-020397.
Neighborhood Organizations
85/159
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending approval of the
Garden City Property/Relocation Program Acquisition Policy, purchase of certain
properties, execution of the appropriate implementation documents; and appropriation of
funds. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33264-020397 and
Ord. No. 33265-020397.
Emergency Services
85/159
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending approval of the
Garden City Property/Relocation Program Acquisition Policy, purchase of certain
properties, execution of the appropriate implementation documents; and appropriation of
funds. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33264-020397 and
Ord. No. 33265-020397.
Flood Reduction/Control
85/159
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending approval of the
Garden City Property/Relocation Program Acquisition Policy, purchase of certain
properties, execution of the appropriate implementation documents; and appropriation of
funds. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33264-020397 and
Ord. No. 33265-020397.
Water Resources
85/159
02/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending approval of the
Garden City Property/Relocation Program Acquisition Policy, purchase of certain
properties, execution of the appropriate implementation documents; and appropriation of
funds. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33264-020397 and
Ord. No. 33265-020397.
Neighborhood Organizations
85/159
02/03/97
A briefing by the City Manager with regard to the Garden City
Property/Relocation Program Acquisition Policy.
Emergency Services
85/159
02/03/97
A briefing by the City Manager with regard to the Garden City
Property/Relocation Program Acquisition Policy.
Flood Reduction/Control
85/159
02/03/97
A briefing by the City Manager with regard to the Garden City
Property/Relocation Program Acquisition Policy.
Water Resources
85/159
02/03/97
A briefing by the City Manager with regard to the Garden City
Property/Relocation Program Acquisition Policy.
Traffic
85/162
02/03/97
Ordinance No. 33243, on second reading amending and reordaining
subsection (c) of Section 20-76, Parking spaces reserved for persons with disabilities, and
subsection (c) of Section 20-81, Exemptions from certain requirements of parking meter
regulations, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, by limiting to four hours the
time in which a vehicle displaying a disabled license tag or placard may be parked in a
parking zone limited as to time or in a metered space without paying the required fee;
adopted Ord. No. 33243-020397.
City Code
85/162
02/03/97
Ordinance No. 33243, on second reading amending and reordaining
subsection (c) of Section 20-76, Parking spaces reserved for persons with disabilities, and
subsection (c) of Section 20-81, Exemptions from certain requirements of parking meter
regulations, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, by limiting to four hours the
time in which a vehicle displaying a disabled license tag or placard may be parked in a
parking zone limited as to time or in a metered space without paying the required fee;
adopted Ord. No. 33243-020397.
Disabled Persons
85/162
02/03/97
Ordinance No. 33243, on second reading amending and reordaining
subsection (c) of Section 20-76, Parking spaces reserved for persons with disabilities, and
subsection (c) of Section 20-81, Exemptions from certain requirements of parking meter
regulations, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979) as amended, by limiting to four hours the
time in which a vehicle displaying a disabled license tag or placard may be parked in a
parking zone limited as to time or in a metered space without paying the required fee;
adopted Ord. No. 33243-020397.
Schools
85/162
02/03/97
Ordinance NO. 33247, on second reading, authorizing the alteration and
closing, by barricade, of the easternmost terminus of Mount Holland Drive, S. w., near the
rear entrance of Hidden Valley Junior High School; adopted Ord. No. 33247-020397.
Streets and Alleys
85/162
02/03/97
Ordinance NO. 33247, on second reading, authorizing the alteration and
closing, by barricade, of the easternmost terminus of Mount Holland Drive, S. w., near the
rear entrance of Hidden Valley Junior High School; adopted Ord. No. 33247-020397.
Oaths of Office
85/163
02/03/97
A Resolution appointing a Director of the Industrial Development Authority of
the City of Roanoke, to fill the remaining portion of a four (4) year term on its Board of
Directors; adopted Res. No. 33266-020397.
Committees
85/163
02/03/97
A Resolution appointing a Director of the Industrial Development Authority of
the City of Roanoke, to fill the remaining portion of a four (4) year term on its Board of
Directors; adopted Res. No. 33266-020397.
Industries
85/163
02/03/97
A Resolution appointing a Director of the Industrial Development Authority of
the City of Roanoke, to fill the remaining portion of a four (4) year term on its Board of
Directors; adopted Res. No. 33266-020397.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/164
02/03/97
A Resolution memorializing the late Junius A. Haskins, Jr., Member,
Lynchburg City Council; adopted Res. No. 33267-020397.
Deceased Persons
85/164
02/03/97
A Resolution memorializing the late Junius A. Haskins, Jr., Member,
Lynchburg City Council; adopted Res. No. 33267-020397.
Segregation/Integration
85/164
02/03/97
Council Member White referred to a newspaper article which appeared in the
Thursday, January 30 edition of the Roanoke Times listing Roanoke as the most
segregated City in Virginia, and requested that the City Manager report to Council with
regard to data/factors which were used to compile the national study. Council Member
Swain requested that Council be apprised of any irregularities report to the Fair Housing
Board.
Housing/Authority
85/164
02/03/97
Council Member White referred to a newspaper article which appeared in the
Thursday, January 30 edition of the Roanoke Times listing Roanoke as the most
segregated City in Virginia, and requested that the City Manager report to Council with
regard to data/factors which were used to compile the national study. Council Member
Swain requested that Council be apprised of any irregularities report to the Fair Housing
Board.
Claims
85/167
02/03/97
Adopted Res. NO. 33268-020397 authorizing settlement of a claim with Blue
Cross and Blue Shield in connection with hospital discount credits between the City and
Blue Cross.
Insurance
85/167
02/03/97
Adopted Res. NO. 33268-020397 authorizing settlement of a claim with Blue
Cross and Blue Shield in connection with hospital discount credits between the City and
Blue Cross.
Blue Cross/Blue Shield
85/167
02/03/97
Adopted Res. NO. 33268-020397 authorizing settlement of a claim with Blue
Cross and Blue Shield in connection with hospital discount credits between the City and
Blue Cross.
Oaths of Office
85/168
02/03/97
A motion to expand the membership of the Mill Mountain Development
Committee and to appoint Ms. Betty Field as an additional member was defeated by a 4-2
vote of the Council, Council Members White, Wyatt, Parrott, and Mayor Bowers voted no.
Committees
85/168
02/03/97
A motion to expand the membership of the Mill Mountain Development
Committee and to appoint Ms. Betty Field as an additional member was defeated by a 4-2
vote of the Council, Council Members White, Wyatt, Parrott, and Mayor Bowers voted no.
Parks and Recreation
85/168
02/03/97
A motion to expand the membership of the Mill Mountain Development
Committee and to appoint Ms. Betty Field as an additional member was defeated by a 4-2
vote of the Council, Council Members White, Wyatt, Parrott, and Mayor Bowers voted no.
Council
85/165
02/03/97
Council Member Swain addressed the issue of additional space needs of the
Police Department, and requested a follow-up report from the City Manager on the
feasibility of police substations. He called attention to the former Best Products building
on Hershberger Road as a possible location.
Complaints
85/165
02/03/97
Ms. Katherine Glassbrenner, 5221 Medmont Circle, S. W., and Mr. Marianne
Gandee, 3271 Allendale Street, S. W., spoke in opposition to reducing the real estate tax
rate in view of the many outstanding needs of the City.
Taxes
85/165
02/03/97
Ms. Katherine Glassbrenner, 5221 Medmont Circle, S. W., and Mr. Marianne
Gandee, 3271 Allendale Street, S. W., spoke in opposition to reducing the real estate tax
rate in view of the many outstanding needs of the City.
Oaths of Office
85/166
02/03/97
Reappointed Carolyn H. Coles as a member of the City Planning Commission
for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
85/166
02/03/97
Reappointed Carolyn H. Coles as a member of the City Planning Commission
for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Planning
85/166
02/03/97
Reappointed Carolyn H. Coles as a member of the City Planning Commission
for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
85/166
02/03/97
Reappointed Willard G. "Bill" Light as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 1999.
Committees
85/166
02/03/97
Reappointed Willard G. "Bill" Light as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 1999.
Zoning
85/166
02/03/97
Reappointed Willard G. "Bill" Light as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 1999.
Committees
85/133
02/05/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Council
85/133
02/07/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Claims
85/134
02/07/97
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel, specifically the
terms and conditions of the settlement of a claim involving an insurance matter, pursuant
to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for
Council to convene in Executive Session.
Capital Improvements Program
85/189
02/08/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Toter, Inc., in the
amount of $643,074.00, for providing automated refuse containers for automating
Residential Solid Waste Collection; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33278-021897 and Res. No. 33279-021897.
Youth
85/190
02/18/97
A report recommending transfer of funds, in the amount of $92,555.00, from
the Roanoke City Sheriff's Department to the Juvenile Detention Home to provide funds for
security and safety needs relating to operation of the Juvenile Detention Home; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33280-021897.
Planning
85/196
02/18/97
The Mayor inquired about concerns of residents of the Norwich community
with regard to rezoning of the area; whereupon, the City Manager advised that the matter
has been referred to the City Planning Commission and the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership.
Human Development
85/169
02/18/97
Briefing with regard to the Rental Certificate of Compliance Program.
Housing/Authority
85/169
02/18/97
Briefing with regard to the Rental Certificate of Compliance Program.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/170
02/18/97
The Mayor presented Honorary Citizenship Certificates to Dr. Dong-Koo Kim
and Dr. Wyang-Wook Kwon, Professors at San Ji Junior College, Wonju, Korea.
Sister Cities
85/170
02/18/97
The Mayor presented Honorary Citizenship Certificates to Dr. Dong-Koo Kim
and Dr. Wyang-Wook Kwon, Professors at San Ji Junior College, Wonju, Korea.
Proclamations
85/171
02/18/97
Proclamation declaring 1997 as The Year of the Senior.
League of Older Americans
85/171
02/18/97
Proclamation declaring 1997 as The Year of the Senior.
Parks and Recreation
85/171
02/18/97
The United Way of Roanoke Valley Chairman's Award was presented to John
W. Coates, Roanoke City Coordinator for the 1996 United Way Campaign, by Heidi Krisch,
Campaign Chair, United Way of Roanoke Valley.
United Way
85/171
02/18/97
The United Way of Roanoke Valley Chairman's Award was presented to John
W. Coates, Roanoke City Coordinator for the 1996 United Way Campaign, by Heidi Krisch,
Campaign Chair, United Way of Roanoke Valley.
Committees
85/171
02/18/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Council
85/171
02/18/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Budget
85/172
02/18/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to Personnel Lapse for the second
quarter of fiscal year 1996-97; received and filed.
City Employees
85/172
02/18/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to Personnel Lapse for the second
quarter of fiscal year 1996-97; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/172
02/18/97
A communication from Mary C. Maier tendering her resignation as a member
of the Roanoke City Public Library Board; accepted the resignation and received and filed
the communication.
Budget
85/190
02/18/97
A report recommending transfer of funds, in the amount of $92,555.00, from
the Roanoke City Sheriff's Department to the Juvenile Detention Home to provide funds for
security and safety needs relating to operation of the Juvenile Detention Home; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33280-021897.
Libraries
85/172
02/18/97
A communication from Mary C. Maier tendering her resignation as a member
of the Roanoke City Public Library Board; accepted the resignation and received and filed
the communication.
Oaths of Office
85/173
02/18/97
A communication from Stephen A. Mancuso tendering his resignation as a
member of the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety Commission, effective March 1,
1997; accepted the resignation and received and filed the communication.
Committees
85/173
02/18/97
A communication from Stephen A. Mancuso tendering his resignation as a
member of the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety Commission, effective March 1, 1997;
accepted the resignation and received and filed the communication.
Traffic
85/173
02/18/97
A communication from Stephen A. Mancuso tendering his resignation as a
member of the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety Commission, effective March 1, 1997;
accepted the resignation and received and filed the communication.
Buses
85/173
02/18/97
A communication from Stephen A. Mancuso tendering his resignation as a
member of the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety Commission, effective March 1, 1997;
accepted the resignation and received and filed the communication.
Oaths of Office
85/173
02/18/97
Qualification of William L. Bova as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority of the City of Roanoke, Virginia, to fill the remaining portion of a four year term
which commenced on October 21, 1993, and will expire on October 20, 1997; received and
filed.
Committees
85/173
02/18/97
Qualification of William L. Bova as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority of the City of Roanoke, Virginia, to fill the remaining portion of a four year term
which commenced on October 21, 1993, and will expire on October 20, 1997; received and
filed.
Industries
85/173
02/18/97
Qualification of William L. Bova as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority of the City of Roanoke, Virginia, to fill the remaining portion of a four year term
which commenced on October 21, 1993, and will expire on October 20, 1997; received and
filed.
Oaths of Office
85/173
02/18/97
Qualification of Scott Katz as a member of the Youth Services Citizen Board
to fill the unexpired term of George A. McLean, III, ending May 31, 1997; received and
filed.
Committees
85/173
02/18/97
Qualification of Scott Katz as a member of the Youth Services Citizen Board
to fill the unexpired term of George A. McLean, III, ending May 31, 1997; received and filed.
Youth
85/173
02/18/97
Qualification of Scott Katz as a member of the Youth Services Citizen Board
to fill the unexpired term of George A. McLean, III, ending May 31, 1997; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/174
02/18/97
Qualification of Willard G. "Bill" Light as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 1999; received and filed.
Committees
85/174
02/18/97
Qualification of Willard G. "Bill" Light as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 1999; received and filed.
Zoning
85/173
02/18/97
Qualification of Willard G. "Bill" Light as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 1999; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/174
02/18/97
Qualification of Christie L. Meredith as a Commissioner of the Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board of Commissioners to fill the unexpired term
of Thaddeus H. Hale, Jr., ending August 31, 1998; received and filed.
Committees
85/174
02/18/97
Qualification of Christie L. Meredith as a Commissioner of the Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board of Commissioners to fill the unexpired term of
Thaddeus H. Hale, Jr., ending August 31, 1998; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/174
02/18/97
Qualification of Harold S. Zimmerman as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000; received and filed.
Committees
85/174
02/18/97
Qualification of Harold S. Zimmerman as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000; received and filed.
Traffic
85/174
02/18/97
Qualification of Harold S. Zimmerman as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000; received and filed.
Internet
85/174
02/18/97
Remarks with regard to the Roanoke Valley Web. Chris G. Muse,
Spokesperson; referred to the City Manager for study, report and recommendation to
Council.
City Code
85/175
02/18/97
A communication from the Honorable Marsha C. Fielder, Commissioner of the
Revenue, recommending adoption of a measure amending the City Code to provide for
refund of a portion of personal property decal fees when a vehicle is sold or disposed of
prior to December 1, and a change in the amount of the decal fee for vehicles purchased
between March 1 and May 31; and a report of the Director of Finance concurring in the
recommendation; adopted Ord. No. 33269-021897.
Taxes
85/175
02/18/97
A communication from the Honorable Marsha C. Fielder, Commissioner of the
Revenue, recommending adoption of a measure amending the City Code to provide for
refund of a portion of personal property decal fees when a vehicle is sold or disposed of
prior to December 1, and a change in the amount of the decal fee for vehicles purchased
between March 1 and May 31; and a report of the Director of Finance concurring in the
recommendation; adopted Ord. No. 33269-021897.
Commissioner of Revenue
85/175
02/18/97
A communication from the Honorable Marsha C. Fielder, Commissioner of the
Revenue, recommending adoption of a measure amending the City Code to provide for
refund of a portion of personal property decal fees when a vehicle is sold or disposed of
prior to December 1, and a change in the amount of the decal fee for vehicles purchased
between March 1 and May 31; and a report of the Director of Finance concurring in the
recommendation; adopted Ord. No. 33269-021897.
Traffic
85/177
02/18/97
A report with regard to the 2nd Street/Gainsboro Road Project Street Lighting
project; concurred in and received and filed the report.
Street Lights
85/177
02/18/97
A report with regard to the 2nd Street/Gainsboro Road Project Street Lighting
project; concurred in and received and filed the report.
State Highways
85/177
02/18/97
A report with regard to the 2nd Street/Gainsboro Road Project Street Lighting
project; concurred in and received and filed the report.
Bridges
85/177
02/18/97
A report with regard to the 2nd Street/Gainsboro Road Project Street Lighting
project; concurred in and received and filed the report.
Planning
85/177
02/18/97
A report with regard to the 2nd Street/Gainsboro Road Project Street Lighting
project; concurred in and received and filed the report.
Hotel Roanoke Conference Center
85/177
02/18/97
A report with regard to the 2nd Street/Gainsboro Road Project Street Lighting
project; concurred in and received and filed the report.
Streets and Alleys
85/177
02/18/97
A report with regard to the 2nd Street/Gainsboro Road Project Street Lighting
project; concurred in and received and filed the report.
Traffic
85/179
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to submit a street inventory for State
maintenance payment eligibility to the Virginia Department of Transportation for approval
by the Commonwealth Transportation Board in order to ensure the City's eligibility for
State maintenance funds; adopted Res. No. 33270-021897.
State Highways
85/179
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to submit a street inventory for State
maintenance payment eligibility to the Virginia Department of Transportation for approval
by the Commonwealth Transportation Board in order to ensure the City's eligibility for
State maintenance funds; adopted Res. No. 33270-021897.
Streets and Alleys
85/179
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to submit a street inventory for State
maintenance payment eligibility to the Virginia Department of Transportation for approval
by the Commonwealth Transportation Board in order to ensure the City's eligibility for
State maintenance funds; adopted Res. No. 33270-021897.
Traffic
85/179
02/18/97
A report recommending an amendment to Article V, Keeping of Inoperative
Vehicles, Chapter 20, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, of the Code of the City of Roanoke
(1979), as amended; adopted Ord. No. 33271-021897.
City Code
85/179
02/18/97
A report recommending an amendment to Article V, Keeping of Inoperative
Vehicles, Chapter 20, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979),
as amended; adopted Ord. No. 33271-021897.
Zoning
85/179
02/18/97
A report recommending an amendment to Article V, Keeping of Inoperative
Vehicles, Chapter 20, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979),
as amended; adopted Ord. No. 33271-021897.
Planning
85/179
02/18/97
A report recommending an amendment to Article V, Keeping of Inoperative
Vehicles, Chapter 20, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979),
as amended; adopted Ord. No. 33271-021897.
Traffic
85/181
02/18/97
A report recommending execution of a City-State agreement with the Virginia
Department of Transportation relating to the construction phase of the Franklin Road and
Elm Avenue Intersection Improvement Project; and authorization to request that VDOT
convey to the City certain residue property associated with the Project; adopted Res. No.
33272-021897 and Ord. No. 33273-021897.
State Highways
85/181
02/18/97
A report recommending execution of a City-State agreement with the Virginia
Department of Transportation relating to the construction phase of the Franklin Road and
Elm Avenue Intersection Improvement Project; and authorization to request that VDOT
convey to the City certain residue property associated with the Project; adopted Res. No.
33272-021897 and Ord. No. 33273-021897.
City Property
85/181
02/18/97
A report recommending execution of a City-State agreement with the Virginia
Department of Transportation relating to the construction phase of the Franklin Road and
Elm Avenue Intersection Improvement Project; and authorization to request that VDOT
convey to the City certain residue property associated with the Project; adopted Res. No.
33272-021897 and Ord. No. 33273-021897.
Streets and Alleys
85/181
02/18/97
A report recommending execution of a City-State agreement with the Virginia
Department of Transportation relating to the construction phase of the Franklin Road and
Elm Avenue Intersection Improvement Project; and authorization to request that VDOT
convey to the City certain residue property associated with the Project; adopted Res. No.
33272-021897 and Ord. No. 33273-021897.
Housing/Authority
85/184
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to submit an application to the Virginia
Department of Housing and Community Development for up to $100,000.00 on behalf of
the City for the Virginia Abandoned Housing Clearance Fund; adopted Res. No. 33274-
021897.
Planning
85/184
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to submit an application to the Virginia
Department of Housing and Community Development for up to $100,000.00 on behalf of
the City for the Virginia Abandoned Housing Clearance Fund; adopted Res. No.
33274-021897.
Grants
85/184
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to submit an application to the Virginia
Department of Housing and Community Development for up to $100,000.00 on behalf of
the City for the Virginia Abandoned Housing Clearance Fund; adopted Res. No.
33274-021897.
Refuse Collection
85/185
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to locate and secure used trucks and
related equipment to accomplish the program of Solid Waste Collection in residential
areas; adopted Res. No. 33275-021897.
CMERP
85/185
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to locate and secure used trucks and
related equipment to accomplish the program of Solid Waste Collection in residential
areas; adopted Res. No. 33275-021897.
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/185
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to locate and secure used trucks and
related equipment to accomplish the program of Solid Waste Collection in residential
areas; adopted Res. No. 33275-021897.
Equipment
85/185
02/18/97
A report recommending authorization to locate and secure used trucks and
related equipment to accomplish the program of Solid Waste Collection in residential
areas; adopted Res. No. 33275-021897.
Budget
85/186
02/18/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Baker Brothers,
Inc., in the amount of $89,715.00, to provide one new rubber-tired loafer for use by the
Streets and Traffic Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33276-021897 and Res. No. 33277-021897.
Traffic
85/186
02/18/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Baker Brothers,
Inc., in the amount of $89,715.00, to provide one new rubber-tired loafer for use by the
Streets and Traffic Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33276-021897 and Res. No. 33277-021897.
CMERP
85/186
02/18/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Baker Brothers,
Inc., in the amount of $89,715.00, to provide one new rubber-tired loafer for use by the
Streets and Traffic Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33276-021897 and Res. No. 33277-021897.
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/186
02/18/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Baker Brothers,
Inc., in the amount of $89,715.00, to provide one new rubber-tired loafer for use by the
Streets and Traffic Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33276-021897 and Res. No. 33277-021897.
Equipment
85/186
02/18/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Baker Brothers,
Inc., in the amount of $89,715.00, to provide one new rubber-tired loafer for use by the
Streets and Traffic Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33276-021897 and Res. No. 33277-021897.
Streets and Alleys
85/186
02/18/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Baker Brothers,
Inc., in the amount of $89,715.00, to provide one new rubber-tired loafer for use by the
Streets and Traffic Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33276-021897 and Res. No. 33277-021897.
Budget
85/187
02/18/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; deferred
until the next regular meeting of Council on Monday, March 3, 1997, Mayor Bowers
abstained from voting.
Police Department
85/187
02/18/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; deferred
until the next regular meeting of Council on Monday, March 3, 1997, Mayor Bowers
abstained from voting.
Utility Line Services
85/187
02/18/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; deferred
until the next regular meeting of Council on Monday, March 3, 1997, Mayor Bowers
abstained from voting.
CMERP
85/187
02/18/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; deferred
until the next regular meeting of Council on Monday, March 3, 1997, Mayor Bowers
abstained from voting.
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/187
02/18/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; deferred
until the next regular meeting of Council on Monday, March 3, 1997, Mayor Bowers
abstained from voting.
Equipment
85/187
02/18/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; deferred
until the next regular meeting of Council on Monday, March 3, 1997, Mayor Bowers
abstained from voting.
Budget
85/189
02/18/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Toter, Inc., in the
amount of $643,074.00, for providing automated refuse containers for automating
Residential Solid Waste Collection; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33278-021897 and Res. No. 33279-021897.
Refuse Collection
85/189
02/18/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Toter, Inc., in the
amount of $643,074.00, for providing automated refuse containers for automating
Residential Solid Waste Collection; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33278-021897 and Res. No. 33279-021897.
Committees
85/172
02/18/97
A communication from Mary C. Maier tendering her resignation as a member
of the Roanoke City Public Library Board; accepted the resignation and received and filed
the communication.
Equipment
85/189
02/18/97
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by Toter, Inc., in the
amount of $643,074.00, for providing automated refuse containers for automating
Residential Solid Waste Collection; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33278-021897 and Res. No. 33279-021897.
Council
85/195
02/18/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt commended James Taylor, City Courier, for his efforts in
delivering the City Council agenda packets on Thursday evening, February 13, in view of
hazardous weather conditions.
City Sheriff
85/190
02/18/97
A report recommending transfer of funds, in the amount of $92,555.00, from
the Roanoke City Sheriff's Department to the Juvenile Detention Home to provide funds for
security and safety needs relating to operation of the Juvenile Detention Home; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33280-021897.
Leases
85/193
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33260, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 5 between the City and the United
States of America, for use of space in the Commonwealth of Virginia Building by the
Bankruptcy Court, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33260-021897.
Juvenile Correctional Facilities
85/190
02/18/97
A report recommending transfer of funds, in the amount of $92,555.00, from
the Roanoke City Sheriff's Department to the Juvenile Detention Home to provide funds for
security and safety needs relating to operation of the Juvenile Detention Home; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33280-021897.
Equipment
85/190
02/18/97
A report recommending transfer of funds, in the amount of $92,555.00, from
the Roanoke City Sheriff's Department to the Juvenile Detention Home to provide funds for
security and safety needs relating to operation of the Juvenile Detention Home; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33280-021897.
Committees
85/192
02/18/97
A report of the Flood Plain Committee with regard to current project status
and anticipated events for the immediate future; and recommending appointment of a
representative from Norfolk-Southern Corporation to fill a vacancy on the Committee. Kit
B. Kiser, Chairperson; concurred in and received and filed the report.
Norfolk Southern Corporation
85/192
02/18/97
A report of the Flood Plain Committee with regard to current project status
and anticipated events for the immediate future; and recommending appointment of a
representative from Norfolk-Southern Corporation to fill a vacancy on the Committee. Kit B.
Kiser, Chairperson; concurred in and received and filed the report.
Flood Reduction/Control
85/192
02/18/97
A report of the Flood Plain Committee with regard to current project status
and anticipated events for the immediate future; and recommending appointment of a
representative from Norfolk-Southern Corporation to fill a vacancy on the Committee. Kit B.
Kiser, Chairperson; concurred in and received and filed the report.
Traffic
85/192
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, authorizing execution of a deed of
easement granting the Virginia Department of Transportation a 2,243 sq. ft. permanent
drainage easement on the west side of State Route 660, near its intersection with
Brookfield Lane, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33259-021897.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/192
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, authorizing execution of a deed of
easement granting the Virginia Department of Transportation a 2,243 sq. ft. permanent
drainage easement on the west side of State Route 660, near its intersection with
Brookfield Lane, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33259-021897.
Easements
85/192
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, authorizing execution of a deed of
easement granting the Virginia Department of Transportation a 2,243 sq. ft. permanent
drainage easement on the west side of State Route 660, near its intersection with
Brookfield Lane, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33259-021897.
State Highways
85/192
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, authorizing execution of a deed of
easement granting the Virginia Department of Transportation a 2,243 sq. ft. permanent
drainage easement on the west side of State Route 660, near its intersection with
Brookfield Lane, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33259-021897.
City Property
85/192
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, authorizing execution of a deed of
easement granting the Virginia Department of Transportation a 2,243 sq. ft. permanent
drainage easement on the west side of State Route 660, near its intersection with
Brookfield Lane, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33259-021897.
Special Permits
85/192
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, authorizing execution of a deed of
easement granting the Virginia Department of Transportation a 2,243 sq. ft. permanent
drainage easement on the west side of State Route 660, near its intersection with
Brookfield Lane, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33259-021897.
Juvenile Correctional Facilities
85/192
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, authorizing execution of a deed of
easement granting the Virginia Department of Transportation a 2,243 sq. ft. permanent
drainage easement on the west side of State Route 660, near its intersection with
Brookfield Lane, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33259-021897.
Water Resources
85/192
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, authorizing execution of a deed of
easement granting the Virginia Department of Transportation a 2,243 sq. ft. permanent
drainage easement on the west side of State Route 660, near its intersection with
Brookfield Lane, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33259-021897.
Streets and Alleys
85/192
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, authorizing execution of a deed of
easement granting the Virginia Department of Transportation a 2,243 sq. ft. permanent
drainage easement on the west side of State Route 660, near its intersection with
Brookfield Lane, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33259-021897.
Zoning
85/196
02/18/97
The Mayor inquired about concerns of residents of the Norwich community
with regard to rezoning of the area; whereupon, the City Manager advised that the matter
has been referred to the City Planning Commission and the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership.
City Property
85/193
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33260, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 5 between the City and the United States
of America, for use of space in the Commonwealth of Virginia Building by the Bankruptcy
Court, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33260-021897.
Water Resources
85/193
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33260, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 5 between the City and the United States
of America, for use of space in the Commonwealth of Virginia Building by the Bankruptcy
Court, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33260-021897.
Commonwealth of Virginia Building
85/193
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33260, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into Supplemental Lease Agreement No. 5 between the City and the United States
of America, for use of space in the Commonwealth of Virginia Building by the Bankruptcy
Court, upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33260-021897.
Municipal Building
85/194
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33262, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into a lease agreement between the City and Quantum Medical Business
Services, Inc., for certain furnished office space located in the Municipal South Building at
215 Church Avenue, S. W., upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33262-
021897.
Emergency Medical Services
85/194
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33262, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into a lease agreement between the City and Quantum Medical Business Services,
Inc., for certain furnished office space located in the Municipal South Building at 215
Church Avenue, S. W., upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33262-021897.
Leases
85/194
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33262, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into a lease agreement between the City and Quantum Medical Business Services,
Inc., for certain furnished office space located in the Municipal South Building at 215
Church Avenue, S. W., upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33262-021897.
Water Resources
85/194
02/18/97
Ordinance No. 33262, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into a lease agreement between the City and Quantum Medical Business Services,
Inc., for certain furnished office space located in the Municipal South Building at 215
Church Avenue, S. W., upon certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33262-021897.
Council
85/195
02/18/97
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 1997;
adopted Res. No. 33281-021897.
Legislation
85/195
02/18/97
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 1997;
adopted Res. No. 33281-021897.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/195
02/18/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt commended two City employees for their efforts to improve
the appearance of the ladies restroom on the fourth floor of the Municipal Building.
City Employees
85/195
02/18/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt commended two City employees for their efforts to improve
the appearance of the ladies restroom on the fourth floor of the Municipal Building.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/195
02/18/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt commended James Taylor, City Courier, for his efforts in
delivering the City Council agenda packets on Thursday evening, February 13, in view of
hazardous weather conditions.
City Employees
85/195
02/18/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt commended James Taylor, City Courier, for his efforts in
delivering the City Council agenda packets on Thursday evening, February 13, in view of
hazardous weather conditions.
Zoning
85/198
02/18/97
Public hearing to consider an amendment and revision to Chapter 36.1,
Zoning, Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to exclude paved driveways and
paved parking lots in the calculation of lot coverage. John R. Marlles, Agent, City
Planning Commission; adopted Ord. No. 33282 on first reading.
Zoning
85/199
02/18/97
Continuation of a request of the Episcopal Diocese of Southwestern Virginia
to appeal a decision of the Architectural Review Board in connection with demolishing
structures located at 1010 and 1014 First Street, S. W. David C. Helscher, Attorney,
Spokesperson. (Inasmuch as both houses have been moved, Mr. Helscher has requested
that the appeal be dismissed); on motion, duly seconded and adopted, the appeal was
dismissed.
Architectural Review Board
85/199
02/18/97
Continuation of a request of the Episcopal Diocese of Southwestern Virginia
to appeal a decision of the Architectural Review Board in connection with demolishing
structures located at 1010 and 1014 First Street, S. W. David C. Helscher, Attorney,
Spokesperson. (Inasmuch as both houses have been moved, Mr. Helscher has requested
that the appeal be dismissed); on motion, duly seconded and adopted, the appeal was
dismissed.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
85/196
02/18/97
The Mayor inquired about concerns of residents of the Norwich community
with regard to rezoning of the area; whereupon, the City Manager advised that the matter
has been referred to the City Planning Commission and the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership.
Oaths of Office
85/197
02/18/97
Dawn T. Erdman was appointed as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Committees
85/197
02/18/97
Dawn T. Erdman was appointed as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Traffic
85/197
02/18/97
Dawn T. Erdman was appointed as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Committees
85/199
02/18/97
Final report of the Mayor's Henry Street Revival Committee. Mayor David A.
Bowers, Chairperson; the report was tabled for a period of 90 days to provide time for
discussion and to reach a consensus on the best way to address recommendations
contained in the report).
Henry Street Revival Committee
85/199
02/18/97
Final report of the Mayor's Henry Street Revival Committee. Mayor David A.
Bowers, Chairperson; the report was tabled for a period of 90 days to provide time for
discussion and to reach a consensus on the best way to address recommendations
contained in the report).
Grants
85/225
03/03/97
A report recommending acceptance of funds from the Department of Criminal
Justice Services, Forfeited Assets Sharing Program, and authorization for the Director of
Finance to establish appropriate accounts for such assets; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33291-030397.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/237
03/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
the City Manager to execute an amended Special Order as proposed by the Department
of Environmental Quality to prevent further enforcement action and enhance permit
compliance. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33299-030397.
State Highways
85/214
03/03/97
A report with regard to Spring Clean Roanoke; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that emphasis be placed on identifying problem areas
in the City which should receive special attentino throughout the year. The Mayor
requested that officials of the Virignia Department of Transportation be contacted to ask
that they join with the City during Spring Clean Roanoke to remove debris from the
interstate highway system through Roanoke, and particularly the interstate ramps. He
referred to the Community Diversion Program and suggested that participants be used for
City clean-up efforts in lieu of incarceration.
Celebrations
85/203
03/03/97
J. Raymond Donnelly, Chair, St. Patrick's Day Parade, presented information
on the parade which will be held on Saturday, March 15, 1997, at 3:00 p.m., in the
downtown Roanoke area.
Special Events
85/203
03/03/97
J. Raymond Donnelly, Chair, St. Patrick's Day Parade, presented information
on the parade which will be held on Saturday, March 15, 1997, at 3:00 p.m., in the
downtown Roanoke area.
Oaths of Office
85/210
03/03/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Committees
85/210
03/03/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Council
85/210
03/03/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Council
85/210
03/03/97
A report of the City Attorney requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss a matter of probable litigation, being a lawsuit to be filed by the City of
Roanoke in the Circuit Court for the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7),
Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in
Executive Session.
Circuit Court
85/210
03/03/97
A report of the City Attorney requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss a matter of probable litigation, being a lawsuit to be filed by the City of
Roanoke in the Circuit Court for the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code
of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive
Session.
City Property
85/211
03/03/97
A report of the City Manager requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss disposition of publicly held property, in connection with a prospective
business where no previous announcement has been made of the business' interest in
locating in the community, specifically the possible conveyance of an interest in land for
economic development purposes, pursuant to Sections 2.1-344 (A)(3) and 2.1-344 (A)(5),
Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in
Executive Session.
Community Planning
85/211
03/03/97
A report of the City Manager requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss disposition of publicly held property, in connection with a prospective
business where no previous announcement has been made of the business' interest in
locating in the community, specifically the possible conveyance of an interest in land for
economic development purposes, pursuant to Sections 2.1-344 (A)(3) and 2.1-344 (A)(5), Code
of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive
Session.
Economic Development
85/211
03/03/97
A report of the City Manager requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss disposition of publicly held property, in connection with a prospective
business where no previous announcement has been made of the business' interest in
locating in the community, specifically the possible conveyance of an interest in land for
economic development purposes, pursuant to Sections 2.1-344 (A)(3) and 2.1-344 (A)(5), Code
of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive
Session.
Council
85/211
03/03/97
A report of the City Manager requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss disposition of publicly held property, in connection with a prospective
business where no previous announcement has been made of the business' interest in
locating in the community, specifically the possible conveyance of an interest in land for
economic development purposes, pursuant to Sections 2.1-344 (A)(3) and 2.1-344 (A)(5), Code
of Virginia (1950), as amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive
Session.
Oaths of Office
85/212
03/03/97
Qualification of Carolyn H. Coles as a member of the City Planning
commission for a term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Committees
85/212
03/03/97
Qualification of Carolyn H. Coles as a member of the City Planning
commission for a term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Community Planning
85/212
03/03/97
Qualification of Carolyn H. Coles as a member of the City Planning
commission for a term ending December 31, 2000; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/212
03/03/97
Qualification of Richard L. Jones as a member of the Architectural Review
Board to fill the unexpired term of Robert B. Manetta, ending October 1, 1999; received
and filed.
Committees
85/212
03/03/97
Qualification of Richard L. Jones as a member of the Architectural Review
Board to fill the unexpired term of Robert B. Manetta, ending October 1, 1999; received and
filed.
Architectural Review Board
85/212
03/03/97
Qualification of Richard L. Jones as a member of the Architectural Review
Board to fill the unexpired term of Robert B. Manetta, ending October 1, 1999; received and
filed.
Convention and Visitors Bureau
85/212
03/03/97
Introduction of David L. Kolhede, Executive Director, Roanoke Valley
Convention and Visitors Bureau. Barbara S. Poff, President, Board of Directors, Roanoke
Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Industries
85/212
03/03/97
A communication from Harwell M. Darby, Jr., Attorney, representing the
Industrial Development Authority of the City of Roanoke, requesting approval of a plan of
financing for the benefit of Virginia Lutheran Homes, Inc., by issuance of the Authority's
bonds or notes in an amount not to exceed $27,000,000.00 to assist in the refunding of all
or a part of the outstanding principal balance of the Authority's Residential Care Facility
First Mortgage Revenue Bonds (Virginia Lutheran Homes Project), Series 1991; adopted
Resolution No. 33283-030397.
Budget
85/213
03/03/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $10,000.00 for the 1997 Western Virginia Regional Science Fair, which is
being hosted by Roanoke City Schools; and a report of the Director of Finance concurring
in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33284-030397.
Schools
85/213
03/03/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $10,000.00 for the 1997 Western Virginia Regional Science Fair, which is
being hosted by Roanoke City Schools; and a report of the Director of Finance concurring
in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33284-030397.
Traffic
85/214
03/03/97
A report with regard to Spring Clean Roanoke; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that emphasis be placed on identifying problem areas
in the City which should receive special attentino throughout the year. The Mayor
requested that officials of the Virignia Department of Transportation be contacted to ask
that they join with the City during Spring Clean Roanoke to remove debris from the
interstate highway system through Roanoke, and particularly the interstate ramps. He
referred to the Community Diversion Program and suggested that participants be used for
City clean-up efforts in lieu of incarceration.
Water Resources
85/236
03/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending donation of a new
thirty-foot permanent sanitary sewer easement and a fiftenn-foot temporary construction
easement across the City's Tinker Creek Tunnell Intake property to Botetourt County for
extension of sewer lines to the Botetourt Center at Greenfield in Botetourt County. Vice-
Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33298 on first reading.
City Jail
85/214
03/03/97
A report with regard to Spring Clean Roanoke; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that emphasis be placed on identifying problem areas
in the City which should receive special attentino throughout the year. The Mayor
requested that officials of the Virignia Department of Transportation be contacted to ask
that they join with the City during Spring Clean Roanoke to remove debris from the
interstate highway system through Roanoke, and particularly the interstate ramps. He
referred to the Community Diversion Program and suggested that participants be used for
City clean-up efforts in lieu of incarceration.
Council
85/214
03/03/97
A report with regard to Spring Clean Roanoke; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that emphasis be placed on identifying problem areas
in the City which should receive special attentino throughout the year. The Mayor
requested that officials of the Virignia Department of Transportation be contacted to ask
that they join with the City during Spring Clean Roanoke to remove debris from the
interstate highway system through Roanoke, and particularly the interstate ramps. He
referred to the Community Diversion Program and suggested that participants be used for
City clean-up efforts in lieu of incarceration.
City Employees
85/214
03/03/97
A report with regard to Spring Clean Roanoke; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that emphasis be placed on identifying problem areas
in the City which should receive special attentino throughout the year. The Mayor
requested that officials of the Virignia Department of Transportation be contacted to ask
that they join with the City during Spring Clean Roanoke to remove debris from the
interstate highway system through Roanoke, and particularly the interstate ramps. He
referred to the Community Diversion Program and suggested that participants be used for
City clean-up efforts in lieu of incarceration.
Community Planning
85/214
03/03/97
A report with regard to Spring Clean Roanoke; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that emphasis be placed on identifying problem areas
in the City which should receive special attentino throughout the year. The Mayor
requested that officials of the Virignia Department of Transportation be contacted to ask
that they join with the City during Spring Clean Roanoke to remove debris from the
interstate highway system through Roanoke, and particularly the interstate ramps. He
referred to the Community Diversion Program and suggested that participants be used for
City clean-up efforts in lieu of incarceration.
Clean Valley Council
85/214
03/03/97
A report with regard to Spring Clean Roanoke; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that emphasis be placed on identifying problem areas
in the City which should receive special attentino throughout the year. The Mayor
requested that officials of the Virignia Department of Transportation be contacted to ask
that they join with the City during Spring Clean Roanoke to remove debris from the
interstate highway system through Roanoke, and particularly the interstate ramps. He
referred to the Community Diversion Program and suggested that participants be used for
City clean-up efforts in lieu of incarceration.
Refuse Collection
85/214
03/03/97
A report with regard to Spring Clean Roanoke; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that emphasis be placed on identifying problem areas
in the City which should receive special attentino throughout the year. The Mayor
requested that officials of the Virignia Department of Transportation be contacted to ask
that they join with the City during Spring Clean Roanoke to remove debris from the
interstate highway system through Roanoke, and particularly the interstate ramps. He
referred to the Community Diversion Program and suggested that participants be used for
City clean-up efforts in lieu of incarceration.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
85/214
03/03/97
A report with regard to Spring Clean Roanoke; received and filed.
Council Member Swain requested that emphasis be placed on identifying problem areas
in the City which should receive special attentino throughout the year. The Mayor
requested that officials of the Virignia Department of Transportation be contacted to ask
that they join with the City during Spring Clean Roanoke to remove debris from the
interstate highway system through Roanoke, and particularly the interstate ramps. He
referred to the Community Diversion Program and suggested that participants be used for
City clean-up efforts in lieu of incarceration.
Budget
85/215
03/03/97
A report recommending transfer of funds, in the amount of $6,800.00, in
connection with execution of Amendment No. 2 to the Engineering Services Agreement
with Mattern and Craig, Inc., for replacement of the Salem Avenue Storm Drain; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33285-030397.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/215
03/03/97
A report recommending transfer of funds, in the amount of $6,800.00, in
connection with execution of Amendment No. 2 to the Engineering Services Agreement
with Mattern and Craig, Inc., for replacement of the Salem Avenue Storm Drain; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33285-030397.
Capital Improvements Program
85/215
03/03/97
A report recommending transfer of funds, in the amount of $6,800.00, in
connection with execution of Amendment No. 2 to the Engineering Services Agreement
with Mattern and Craig, Inc., for replacement of the Salem Avenue Storm Drain; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33285-030397.
Budget
85/217
03/03/97
A report recommending funding adjustments to cover Refuse Disposal
Program requirements in Solid Waste Management for fiscal year 1996-97; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33286-030397.
Refuse Collection
85/217
03/03/97
A report recommending funding adjustments to cover Refuse Disposal
Program requirements in Solid Waste Management for fiscal year 1996-97; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33286-030397.
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
85/217
03/03/97
A report recommending funding adjustments to cover Refuse Disposal
Program requirements in Solid Waste Management for fiscal year 1996-97; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33286-030397.
Budget
85/219
03/03/97
A report with regard to snow emergency operations during the months of
December, 1996 and January and February, 1997; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33287-030397.
Snow Removal
85/219
03/03/97
A report with regard to snow emergency operations during the months of
December, 1996 and January and February, 1997; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33287-030397.
Streets and Alleys
85/219
03/03/97
A report with regard to snow emergency operations during the months of
December, 1996 and January and February, 1997; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33287-030397.
Budget
85/220
03/03/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33288-030397 and Res. No. 33289-030397. (5-0, Mayor Bowers abstained
from voting). If purchase of replacement vehicles is deferred for one year, Council
Member Swain inquired as to the impact on City operations.
Billings and Collections
85/220
03/03/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33288-030397 and Res. No. 33289-030397. (5-0, Mayor Bowers abstained from
voting). If purchase of replacement vehicles is deferred for one year, Council Member
Swain inquired as to the impact on City operations.
Council
85/220
03/03/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33288-030397 and Res. No. 33289-030397. (5-0, Mayor Bowers abstained from
voting). If purchase of replacement vehicles is deferred for one year, Council Member
Swain inquired as to the impact on City operations.
Refuse Collection
85/220
03/03/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33288-030397 and Res. No. 33289-030397. (5-0, Mayor Bowers abstained from
voting). If purchase of replacement vehicles is deferred for one year, Council Member
Swain inquired as to the impact on City operations.
Utility Line Services
85/220
03/03/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33288-030397 and Res. No. 33289-030397. (5-0, Mayor Bowers abstained from
voting). If purchase of replacement vehicles is deferred for one year, Council Member
Swain inquired as to the impact on City operations.
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/220
03/03/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33288-030397 and Res. No. 33289-030397. (5-0, Mayor Bowers abstained from
voting). If purchase of replacement vehicles is deferred for one year, Council Member
Swain inquired as to the impact on City operations.
Equipment
85/220
03/03/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33288-030397 and Res. No. 33289-030397. (5-0, Mayor Bowers abstained from
voting). If purchase of replacement vehicles is deferred for one year, Council Member
Swain inquired as to the impact on City operations.
CMERP
85/220
03/03/97
A report recommending purchase of certain vehicular replacement
equipment for various departments as identified in the Capital Maintenance and
Equipment Replacement Program; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33288-030397 and Res. No. 33289-030397. (5-0, Mayor Bowers abstained from
voting). If purchase of replacement vehicles is deferred for one year, Council Member
Swain inquired as to the impact on City operations.
Parks and Recreation
85/223
03/03/97
A report recommending support of a request of Roanoke County and the
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority authorizing the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority to
make a contribution of up to $100,000.00 to reimburse Roanoke County for establishing a
park in the Mayflower Hills section of Roanoke County; adopted Res. No. 33290-030397.
Refuse Collection
85/223
03/03/97
A report recommending support of a request of Roanoke County and the
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority authorizing the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority to
make a contribution of up to $100,000.00 to reimburse Roanoke County for establishing a
park in the Mayflower Hills section of Roanoke County; adopted Res. No. 33290-030397.
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
85/223
03/03/97
A report recommending support of a request of Roanoke County and the
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority authorizing the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority to
make a contribution of up to $100,000.00 to reimburse Roanoke County for establishing a
park in the Mayflower Hills section of Roanoke County; adopted Res. No. 33290-030397.
Budget
85/225
03/03/97
A report recommending acceptance of funds from the Department of Criminal
Justice Services, Forfeited Assets Sharing Program, and authorization for the Director of
Finance to establish appropriate accounts for such assets; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33291-
030397.
Police Department
85/225
03/03/97
A report recommending acceptance of funds from the Department of Criminal
Justice Services, Forfeited Assets Sharing Program, and authorization for the Director of
Finance to establish appropriate accounts for such assets; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33291-030397.
Drugs/Substance Abuse
85/225
03/03/97
A report recommending acceptance of funds from the Department of Criminal
Justice Services, Forfeited Assets Sharing Program, and authorization for the Director of
Finance to establish appropriate accounts for such assets; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33291-030397.
Easements
85/236
03/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending donation of a new
thirty-foot permanet sanitary sewer easement and a fifteen-foot temporary construction
easement across the City's Tinker Creek Tunnell Intake property to Botetourt County for
extension of sewer lines to the Botetourt Center at Greenfield in Botetourt County.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33298 on first reading.
Budget
85/227
03/03/97
A report recommending approval of an increase in the revenue estimates for
EMS billings and the E-911 Telephone Surcharge Tax, to cover Fire-EMS and
communications Department costs; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33292-030397. The Mayor
advised that some localities have installed an additional non-emergency three digit
telehpone number (311), and inquired as to whether the matter is under consideration by
the City of Roanoke; whereupon, the City Administration was requested to provide a
briefing report.
Fire Department
85/227
03/03/97
A report recommending approval of an increase in the revenue estimates for
EMS billings and the E-911 Telephone Surcharge Tax, to cover Fire-EMS and
communications Department costs; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33292-030397. The Mayor
advised that some localities have installed an additional non-emergency three digit
telehpone number (311), and inquired as to whether the matter is under consideration by
the City of Roanoke; whereupon, the City Administration was requested to provide a
briefing report.
Council
85/227
03/03/97
A report recommending approval of an increase in the revenue estimates for
EMS billings and the E-911 Telephone Surcharge Tax, to cover Fire-EMS and
communications Department costs; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33292-030397. The Mayor
advised that some localities have installed an additional non-emergency three digit
telehpone number (311), and inquired as to whether the matter is under consideration by
the City of Roanoke; whereupon, the City Administration was requested to provide a
briefing report.
Communications Department
85/227
03/03/97
A report recommending approval of an increase in the revenue estimates for
EMS billings and the E-911 Telephone Surcharge Tax, to cover Fire-EMS and
communications Department costs; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33292-030397. The Mayor
advised that some localities have installed an additional non-emergency three digit
telehpone number (311), and inquired as to whether the matter is under consideration by
the City of Roanoke; whereupon, the City Administration was requested to provide a
briefing report.
Emergency Medical Services
85/227
03/03/97
A report recommending approval of an increase in the revenue estimates for
EMS billings and the E-911 Telephone Surcharge Tax, to cover Fire-EMS and
communications Department costs; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33292-030397. The Mayor
advised that some localities have installed an additional non-emergency three digit
telehpone number (311), and inquired as to whether the matter is under consideration by
the City of Roanoke; whereupon, the City Administration was requested to provide a
briefing report.
Budget
85/229
03/03/97
A report recommending acceptance of a grant award from the Department of
Criminal Justice in connection with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act
Title V Project Title "Look and Listen" Communications Program; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33293-030397 and Resolution No. 33294-030397.
Community Planning
85/229
03/03/97
A report recommending acceptance of a grant award from the Department of
Criminal Justice in connection with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act
Title V Project Title "Look and Listen" Communications Program; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33293-030397 and Resolution No. 33294-030397.
Grants
85/229
03/03/97
A report recommending acceptance of a grant award from the Department of
Criminal Justice in connection with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act
Title V Project Title "Look and Listen" Communications Program; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33293-030397 and Resolution No. 33294-030397.
Youth
85/229
03/03/97
A report recommending acceptance of a grant award from the Department of
Criminal Justice in connection with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act
Title V Project Title "Look and Listen" Communications Program; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33293-030397 and Resolution No. 33294-030397.
Youth Correction Facilities
85/229
03/03/97
A report recommending acceptance of a grant award from the Department of
Criminal Justice in connection with the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act
Title V Project Title "Look and Listen" Communications Program; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33293-030397 and Resolution No. 33294-030397.
Budget
85/231
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds, in the amount of
$45,211.00, awarded to the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium from the
Governor's Employment and Training Department; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33295-030397.
Human Development
85/231
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds, in the amount of
$45,211.00, awarded to the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium from the
Governor's Employment and Training Department; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33295-030397.
Grants
85/231
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds, in the amount of
$45,211.00, awarded to the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium from the
Governor's Employment and Training Department; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33295-030397.
FDETC
85/231
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds, in the amount of
$45,211.00, awarded to the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium from the
Governor's Employment and Training Department; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33295-030397.
Budget
85/232
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of Comprehensive Services Act (CSA)
Supplemental Allocation funds, in the amount of $1,578,571.00; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33296-030397.
Human Development
85/232
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of Comprehensive Services Act (CSA)
Supplemental Allocation funds, in the amount of $1,578,571.00; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33296-030397.
Grants
85/232
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of Comprehensive Services Act (CSA)
Supplemental Allocation funds, in the amount of $1,578,571.00; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33296-030397.
Youth
85/232
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of Comprehensive Services Act (CSA)
Supplemental Allocation funds, in the amount of $1,578,571.00; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33296-030397.
Juvenile Correctional Facilities
85/232
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of Comprehensive Services Act (CSA)
Supplemental Allocation funds, in the amount of $1,578,571.00; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33296-030397.
Schools
85/232
03/03/97
A report recommending appropriation of Comprehensive Services Act (CSA)
Supplemental Allocation funds, in the amount of $1,578,571.00; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33296-030397.
Director of Finance
85/234
03/03/97
A financial report for the month of January, 1997; as a part of the Financial
Planning Workshop on Saturday, March 8, 1997, Council Member White requested that
Council be provided with an explanation of the City's policy regarding use of retained
earnings in the Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, and Internal Service Fund;
received and filed.
Audits/Financial Reports
85/234
03/03/97
A financial report for the month of January, 1997; as a part of the Financial
Planning Workshop on Saturday, March 8, 1997, Council Member White requested that
Council be provided with an explanation of the City's policy regarding use of retained
earnings in the Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, and Internal Service Fund; received
and filed.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/234
03/03/97
A financial report for the month of January, 1997; as a part of the Financial
Planning Workshop on Saturday, March 8, 1997, Council Member White requested that
Council be provided with an explanation of the City's policy regarding use of retained
earnings in the Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, and Internal Service Fund; received
and filed.
Council
85/234
03/03/97
A financial report for the month of January, 1997; as a part of the Financial
Planning Workshop on Saturday, March 8, 1997, Council Member White requested that
Council be provided with an explanation of the City's policy regarding use of retained
earnings in the Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, and Internal Service Fund; received
and filed.
Water Resources
85/234
03/03/97
A financial report for the month of January, 1997; as a part of the Financial
Planning Workshop on Saturday, March 8, 1997, Council Member White requested that
Council be provided with an explanation of the City's policy regarding use of retained
earnings in the Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, and Internal Service Fund; received
and filed.
Purchase/Sale of Property
85/234
03/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
property located at 502 Church Avenue, S. W., for the Employee/Jefferson Center Parking
Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33297-030397.
City Employees
85/234
03/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
property located at 502 Church Avenue, S. W., for the Employee/Jefferson Center Parking
Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33297-030397.
Jefferson Center
85/234
03/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
property located at 502 Church Avenue, S. W., for the Employee/Jefferson Center Parking
Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33297-030397.
Water Resources
85/234
03/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
property located at 502 Church Avenue, S. W., for the Employee/Jefferson Center Parking
Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33297-030397.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/236
03/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending donation of a new
thirty-foot permanet sanitary sewer easement and a fifteen-foot temporary construction
easement across the City's Tinker Creek Tunnell Intake property to Botetourt County for
extension of sewer lines to the Botetourt Center at Greenfield in Botetourt County. Vice-
Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Ord. No. 33298 on first reading.
Committees
85/241
03/03/97
Appointed E. L. Noell as a member of the Board of Fire Appeals for a term
ending June 30, 2000.
Fire Department
85/241
03/03/97
Appointed E. L. Noell as a member of the Board of Fire Appeals for a term
ending June 30, 2000.
Municipal Building
85/242
03/03/97
Informal session of Council to discuss the Long Range Facilities Master Plan
for the City prepared by Daniel C. Smith and Associates which is a part of the Vitetta
Group.
Water Resources
85/237
03/03/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
the City Manager to execute an amended Special Order as proposed by the Department of
Environmental Quality to prevent further enforcement action and enhance permit
compliance. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33299-030397.
Zoning
85/238
03/03/97
Ordinance No. 33259, on second reading, amending Section 36.1-25,
Definitions, of Chapter 36.1, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as
amended, to amend the definition of lot coverage; adopted Ord. No. 33259-030397.
Council
85/239
03/03/97
Council Member Swain filed copy of correspondence with the City Clerk from
an interested individual providing input with regard to the Henry Street project, and
requested that the Clerk provide the Members of Council and appropriate City staff with
copy of the document.
Henry Street Revival Committee
85/239
03/03/97
Council Member Swain filed copy of correspondence with the City Clerk from
an interested individual providing input with regard to the Henry Street project, and
requested that the Clerk provide the Members of Council and appropriate City staff with
copy of the document.
Complaints
85/239
03/03/97
Council Member Trout referred to concerns of residents relating to
development of a tract of land in the Autumn Lane area of the City and advised that
representatives of the neighborhood will attend the City Council meeting on Monday,
March 17 to present concerns. Following discussion, the Mayor requested that the City
Manager contact the leadership of the Ridgewood Park Neighborhood League to
schedule a community meeting as soon as possible to address issues of concern.
Council
85/239
03/03/97
Council Member Trout referred to concerns of residents relating to
development of a tract of land in the Autumn Lane area of the City and advised that
representatives of the neighborhood will attend the City Council meeting on Monday,
March 17 to present concerns. Following discussion, the Mayor requested that the City
Manager contact the leadership of the Ridgewood Park Neighborhood League to schedule
a community meeting as soon as possible to address issues of concern.
Neighborhood Organizations
85/239
03/03/97
Council Member Trout referred to concerns of residents relating to
development of a tract of land in the Autumn Lane area of the City and advised that
representatives of the neighborhood will attend the City Council meeting on Monday,
March 17 to present concerns. Following discussion, the Mayor requested that the City
Manager contact the leadership of the Ridgewood Park Neighborhood League to schedule
a community meeting as soon as possible to address issues of concern.
Streets and Alleys
85/239
03/03/97
Council Member Trout referred to concerns of residents relating to
development of a tract of land in the Autumn Lane area of the City and advised that
representatives of the neighborhood will attend the City Council meeting on Monday,
March 17 to present concerns. Following discussion, the Mayor requested that the City
Manager contact the leadership of the Ridgewood Park Neighborhood League to schedule
a community meeting as soon as possible to address issues of concern.
Oaths of Office
85/240
03/03/97
Appointed Dennis Cronk as a Director of the Industrial Development Authority
of the City of Roanoke to fill the unexpired term of W. Bolling Izard, resigned, ending
October 20, 1998.
Committees
85/240
03/03/97
Appointed Dennis Cronk as a Director of the Industrial Development Authority
of the City of Roanoke to fill the unexpired term of W. Bolling Izard, resigned, ending
October 20, 1998.
Industries
85/240
03/03/97
Appointed Dennis Cronk as a Director of the Industrial Development Authority
of the City of Roanoke to fill the unexpired term of W. Bolling Izard, resigned, ending
October 20, 1998.
Oaths of Office
85/241
03/03/97
Appointed E. L. Noell as a member of the Board of Fire Appeals for a term
ending June 30, 2000.
Consultants Reports
85/242
03/03/97
Informal session of Council to discuss the Long Range Facilities Master Plan
for the City prepared by Daniel C. Smith and Associates which is a part of the Vitetta Group.
Recycling
85/256
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion with regard to a universal
system of recycling.
Housing/Authority
85/255
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion of newspaper article in The
Roanoke Times entitled "Roanoke - Most Segregated City Study Says".
Insurance
85/257
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion on Employee Health Care
Subcommittee request for proposals.
Flood Reduction/Control
85/253
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - Discussion on devastating flooding
conditions in West Virginia and parts of Kentucky and Arkansas; matter referred to City
Manager for appropriate response.
Habitat for Humanity
85/253
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion with regard to Pinkard Court
in Roanoke County which was donated by the County to Total Action Against Poverty.
Low Band Tourist Radio
85/254
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion of low band tourtist radio
system involving the posting of signs along the interstate highway or along the Blue Ridge
Parkway inviting travelers to dial a specific number on their AM band radio for tourist
information.
State Highways
85/254
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion of low band tourtist radio
system involving the posting of signs along the interstate highway or along the Blue Ridge
Parkway inviting travelers to dial a specific number on their AM band radio for tourist
information.
Segregation/Integration
85/255
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion of newspaper article in The
Roanoke Times entitled "Roanoke - Most Segregated City Study Says".
Legislation
85/256
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion of changes for BPOL tax
which will take effect in fiscal year 1999.
Schools
85/255
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion of newspaper article in The
Roanoke Times entitled "Roanoke - Most Segregated City Study Says".
Refuse Collection
85/255
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion with regard to tipping fees at
the regional landfill which will have an impact on local budgets.
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
85/255
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion with regard to tipping fees at
the regional landfill which will have an impact on local budgets.
Buses
85/256
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion with regard to STAR bus
service.
Licenses
85/256
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion of changes for BPOL tax
which will take effect in fiscal year 1999.
Taxes
85/256
03/11/97
Joint meeting with Roanoke County - discussion of changes for BPOL tax
which will take effect in fiscal year 1999.
Streets and Alleys
85/258
03/17/97
The Members of Council toured the following sites/construction projects:
Second Street/Wells Avenue, Peters Creek Road Extension, Brandon Avenue, and Blue
Ridge Industrial Park.
Committees
85/260
03/17/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Council
85/260
03/17/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Oaths of Office
85/260
03/17/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Bridges
85/258
03/17/97
The Members of Council toured the following sites/construction projects:
Second Street/Wells Avenue, Peters Creek Road Extension, Brandon Avenue, and Blue
Ridge Industrial Park.
Industries
85/258
03/17/97
The Members of Council toured the following sites/construction projects:
Second Street/Wells Avenue, Peters Creek Road Extension, Brandon Avenue, and Blue
Ridge Industrial Park.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/259
03/17/97
The Mayor recognized exchange students from Narita-Shi, Japan, and Leeds,
England, who were participating in a student exchange program at Patrick Henry High
School.
Schools
85/259
03/17/97
The Mayor recognized exchange students from Narita-Shi, Japan, and Leeds,
England, who were participating in a student exchange program at Patrick Henry High
School.
Committees
85/260
03/17/97
A communication from Onzlee Ware tenderibng his resignation as a City
representative to the Blue Ridge Community Services Board of Directors; accepted the
resignation and received and filed the communication.
Mental Health Services
85/260
03/17/97
A communication from Onzlee Ware tenderibng his resignation as a City
representative to the Blue Ridge Community Services Board of Directors; accepted the
resignation and received and filed the communication.
Blue Ridge Community Services
85/260
03/17/97
A communication from Onzlee Ware tenderibng his resignation as a City
representative to the Blue Ridge Community Services Board of Directors; accepted the
resignation and received and filed the communication.
Schools
85/260
03/17/97
Review and consideration by the Members of Council of the following
applications for appointment to the Roanoke City School Board for terms commencing
July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 2000, pursuant to Section 9-19, Preliminary Screening of
Applicants, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended: Sherrie M. Boone,
Elizabeth M. Burford, F. B. Webster Day, Marsha W. Ellison, Joann Hamidullah, Brett A.
Harwell, Sherman P. Lea, Michael S. Myers (withdrawn), David A. Ostroff, Michael L.
Ramsey, Lisa S. Updike; received and filed.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/261
03/17/97
Remarks by William W. (Bill) Field, Jr., commending Council for its concern
for the citizens of the City of Roanoke; received and filed with appreciation.
Council
85/261
03/17/97
Remarks by William W. (Bill) Field, Jr., commending Council for its concern
for the citizens of the City of Roanoke; received and filed with appreciation.
Annual Reports
85/262
03/17/97
Presentation of the 1996 Annual Report of the Roanoke Valley Economic
Development Partnership. Elizabeth Doughty, Executive Director; received and filed.
Economic Development
85/262
03/17/97
Presentation of the 1996 Annual Report of the Roanoke Valley Economic
Development Partnership. Elizabeth Doughty, Executive Director; received and filed.
Budget
85/262
03/17/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $196,694.00 for the purchase of school-based instructional computers,
preparation of architectural designs for the renovation of Addison Middle School, and
design plans for a facility addition at Round Hill Primary School, and $275,000.00 to
purchase furniture and equipment for Breckinridge Middle School, from the 1996-97
Capital Maintenance an dEquipment Replacement Program fund; appropraition of
$2,200.00 for the 1996-97 Vocational Instruction Improvement Grant to provide funds for
purchase of automotive program equipment and instructional software designed to assist
vocational teachers to improve instruction in the classroom; and a report of the Director of
Finance recommending that Council concur in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33300-031797.
Grants
85/262
03/17/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $196,694.00 for the purchase of school-based instructional computers,
preparation of architectural designs for the renovation of Addison Middle School, and
design plans for a facility addition at Round Hill Primary School, and $275,000.00 to
purchase furniture and equipment for Breckinridge Middle School, from the 1996-97 Capital
Maintenance an dEquipment Replacement Program fund; appropraition of $2,200.00 for
the 1996-97 Vocational Instruction Improvement Grant to provide funds for purchase of
automotive program equipment and instructional software designed to assist vocational
teachers to improve instruction in the classroom; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33300-031797.
CMERP
85/262
03/17/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $196,694.00 for the purchase of school-based instructional computers,
preparation of architectural designs for the renovation of Addison Middle School, and
design plans for a facility addition at Round Hill Primary School, and $275,000.00 to
purchase furniture and equipment for Breckinridge Middle School, from the 1996-97 Capital
Maintenance an dEquipment Replacement Program fund; appropraition of $2,200.00 for
the 1996-97 Vocational Instruction Improvement Grant to provide funds for purchase of
automotive program equipment and instructional software designed to assist vocational
teachers to improve instruction in the classroom; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33300-031797.
Schools
85/262
03/17/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $196,694.00 for the purchase of school-based instructional computers,
preparation of architectural designs for the renovation of Addison Middle School, and
design plans for a facility addition at Round Hill Primary School, and $275,000.00 to
purchase furniture and equipment for Breckinridge Middle School, from the 1996-97 Capital
Maintenance an dEquipment Replacement Program fund; appropraition of $2,200.00 for
the 1996-97 Vocational Instruction Improvement Grant to provide funds for purchase of
automotive program equipment and instructional software designed to assist vocational
teachers to improve instruction in the classroom; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33300-031797.
Equipment
85/262
03/17/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $196,694.00 for the purchase of school-based instructional computers,
preparation of architectural designs for the renovation of Addison Middle School, and
design plans for a facility addition at Round Hill Primary School, and $275,000.00 to
purchase furniture and equipment for Breckinridge Middle School, from the 1996-97 Capital
Maintenance an dEquipment Replacement Program fund; appropraition of $2,200.00 for
the 1996-97 Vocational Instruction Improvement Grant to provide funds for purchase of
automotive program equipment and instructional software designed to assist vocational
teachers to improve instruction in the classroom; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33300-031797.
Budget
85/263
03/17/97
A report recommending acceptance of the lowest responsible bids submitted
by KME Fire Apparatus Corporation for providing fire aerial apparatus, in the amount of
$896,105.00; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33301 on first reading and Res. No. 33302-031797. (4-3, Council Members Harris, Trout and
Wyatt voted no).
Fire Department
85/263
03/17/97
A report recommending acceptance of the lowest responsible bids submitted
by KME Fire Apparatus Corporation for providing fire aerial apparatus, in the amount of
$896,105.00; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33301 on first reading and Res. No. 33302-031797. (4-3, Council Members Harris, Trout and
Wyatt voted no).
CMERP
85/263
03/17/97
A report recommending acceptance of the lowest responsible bids submitted
by KME Fire Apparatus Corporation for providing fire aerial apparatus, in the amount of
$896,105.00; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33301 on first reading and Res. No. 33302-031797. (4-3, Council Members Harris, Trout and
Wyatt voted no).
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/263
03/17/97
A report recommending acceptance of the lowest responsible bids submitted
by KME Fire Apparatus Corporation for providing fire aerial apparatus, in the amount of
$896,105.00; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33301 on first reading and Res. No. 33302-031797. (4-3, Council Members Harris, Trout and
Wyatt voted no).
Equipment
85/263
03/17/97
A report recommending acceptance of the lowest responsible bids submitted
by KME Fire Apparatus Corporation for providing fire aerial apparatus, in the amount of
$896,105.00; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33301 on first reading and Res. No. 33302-031797. (4-3, Council Members Harris, Trout and
Wyatt voted no).
Budget
85/270
03/17/97
A report recommending authorization to amend the Annual Update of the
Entitlement Consolidated Plan for fiscal year 1996-97 to increase the funding amount
designated for the Deanwood Industrial Park by $123,329.00, and to submit the
appropriate amendment to the United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33303-031797 and Res. No. 33304-031797.
Housing/Authority
85/270
03/17/97
A report recommending authorization to amend the Annual Update of the
Entitlement Consolidated Plan for fiscal year 1996-97 to increase the funding amount
designated for the Deanwood Industrial Park by $123,329.00, and to submit the appropriate
amendment to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development; and
transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33303-031797 and Res.
No. 33304-031797.
Industries
85/270
03/17/97
A report recommending authorization to amend the Annual Update of the
Entitlement Consolidated Plan for fiscal year 1996-97 to increase the funding amount
designated for the Deanwood Industrial Park by $123,329.00, and to submit the appropriate
amendment to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development; and
transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33303-031797 and Res.
No. 33304-031797.
Grants
85/270
03/17/97
A report recommending authorization to amend the Annual Update of the
Entitlement Consolidated Plan for fiscal year 1996-97 to increase the funding amount
designated for the Deanwood Industrial Park by $123,329.00, and to submit the appropriate
amendment to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development; and
transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33303-031797 and Res.
No. 33304-031797.
Budget
85/272
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Virginia Western
Community College relating to traffic signalization at the intersection of Colonial Avenue
and McNeil Drive, S. W.; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33305-031797 and Res. No. 33306-031797. Council Member White inquired
as to the amount of the annual appropriation by the City to Virginia Western Community
College.
Traffic
85/272
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Virginia Western
Community College relating to traffic signalization at the intersection of Colonial Avenue
and McNeil Drive, S. W.; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33305-031797 and Res. No. 33306-031797. Council Member White inquired as
to the amount of the annual appropriation by the City to Virginia Western Community
College.
Capital Improvements Program
85/272
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Virginia Western
Community College relating to traffic signalization at the intersection of Colonial Avenue
and McNeil Drive, S. W.; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33305-031797 and Res. No. 33306-031797. Council Member White inquired as
to the amount of the annual appropriation by the City to Virginia Western Community
College.
Schools
85/272
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Virginia Western
Community College relating to traffic signalization at the intersection of Colonial Avenue
and McNeil Drive, S. W.; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33305-031797 and Res. No. 33306-031797. Council Member White inquired as
to the amount of the annual appropriation by the City to Virginia Western Community
College.
Streets and Alleys
85/272
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Virginia Western
Community College relating to traffic signalization at the intersection of Colonial Avenue
and McNeil Drive, S. W.; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33305-031797 and Res. No. 33306-031797. Council Member White inquired as
to the amount of the annual appropriation by the City to Virginia Western Community
College.
Churches
85/274
03/17/97
A report recommending authorization to file on behalf of the City an
application to close and permanently vacate a certain portion of First Street, N. W.;
concurred in the recommendation. Council Member White inquired if the Board of
Trustees of First Baptist Church has concurred in the request; whereupon, the Director of
Public Works advised that a communication from the Board of Trustees will be provided
to Council with the report of the City Planning Commission.
Streets and Alleys
85/274
03/17/97
A report recommending authorization to file on behalf of the City an
application to close and permanently vacate a certain portion of First Street, N. W.;
concurred in the recommendation. Council Member White inquired if the Board of
Trustees of First Baptist Church has concurred in the request; whereupon, the Director of
Public Works advised that a communication from the Board of Trustees will be provided to
Council with the report of the City Planning Commission.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/275
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an amendment to the City's contract
with Black & Veatch, in the amount of $73,235.00, in connection with additional studies
and reports relating to the Roanoke River Interceptor Sewer Replacement Project;
adopted Res. No. 33307-031797.
Water Resources
85/275
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an amendment to the City's contract
with Black & Veatch, in the amount of $73,235.00, in connection with additional studies and
reports relating to the Roanoke River Interceptor Sewer Replacement Project; adopted
Res. No. 33307-031797.
Council
85/277
03/17/97
As City projects move forward, Council Member Swain inquired if there are
existing controls to monitor whether minorities and women are given equal opportunites.
In those instances when there are successes regarding employment of minorities/women
on City-related projects, the City Administration was requested to communicate the
appropriate information to Council. Vice-Mayor Linda Wyatt inquired as to whether the
City has a tracking system for monitoring employment of minority/women-owned
businesses as subcontractors.
Minority/Women Owned Businesses
85/277
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an amendment to the City's contract
with Black & Veatch, in the amount of $73,235.00, in connection with additional studies and
reports relating to the Roanoke River Interceptor Sewer Replacement Project; adopted
Res. No. 33307-031797.
Affirmative Action
85/277
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an amendment to the City's contract
with Black & Veatch, in the amount of $73,235.00, in connection with additional studies and
reports relating to the Roanoke River Interceptor Sewer Replacement Project; adopted
Res. No. 33307-031797.
Committees
85/277
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement
establishing the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission; adopted Ord. No. 33308-031797.
Fifth Planning District Commission
85/277
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement
establishing the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission; adopted Ord. No. 33308-031797.
Greenway System
85/277
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of an Intergovernmental Agreement
establishing the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission; adopted Ord. No. 33308-031797.
Budget
85/278
03/17/97
A report with regard to Innotech, Inc. expansion; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33309-031797 and Ordinance No. 33310 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member Parrott
abstained from voting).
Purchase/Sale of Property
85/278
03/17/97
A report with regard to Innotech, Inc. expansion; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33309-031797 and Ordinance No. 33310 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member Parrott
abstained from voting).
City Property
85/278
03/17/97
A report with regard to Innotech, Inc. expansion; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33309-031797 and Ordinance No. 33310 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member Parrott
abstained from voting).
Industries
85/278
03/17/97
A report with regard to Innotech, Inc. expansion; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33309-031797 and Ordinance No. 33310 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member Parrott
abstained from voting).
Capital Improvements Program
85/278
03/17/97
A report with regard to Innotech, Inc. expansion; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33309-031797 and Ordinance No. 33310 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member Parrott
abstained from voting).
Economic Development
85/278
03/17/97
A report with regard to Innotech, Inc. expansion; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33309-031797 and Ordinance No. 33310 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member Parrott
abstained from voting).
Streets and Alleys
85/278
03/17/97
A report with regard to Innotech, Inc. expansion; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33309-031797 and Ordinance No. 33310 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member Parrott
abstained from voting).
Health Department
85/281
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of a Contract for Services between the
Virginia Department of Health and the City of Roanoke relating to the operation of the
local Health Department; adopted Res. No. 33311-031797.
Human Development
85/281
03/17/97
A report recommending execution of a Contract for Services between the
Virginia Department of Health and the City of Roanoke relating to the operation of the
local Health Department; adopted Res. No. 33311-031797.
Budget
85/282
03/17/97
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Manager with regard to an
Employer Match to the 457 Deferred Compensation Program; referred to the 1997-98
budget study.
Director of Finance
85/282
03/17/97
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Manager with regard to an
Employer Match to the 457 Deferred Compensation Program; referred to the 1997-98 budget
study.
City Employees
85/282
03/17/97
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Manager with regard to an
Employer Match to the 457 Deferred Compensation Program; referred to the 1997-98 budget
study.
Pensions
85/282
03/17/97
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Manager with regard to an
Employer Match to the 457 Deferred Compensation Program; referred to the 1997-98 budget
study.
Council
85/283
03/17/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt expressed concern with regard to equity and requested that
statistics be provided on the number of employees within the various salary ranges who
have elected to participate in the 457 program.
City Employees
85/283
03/17/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt expressed concern with regard to equity and requested that
statistics be provided on the number of employees within the various salary ranges who
have elected to participate in the 457 program.
Budget
85/294
03/17/97
Council Member White commended the City Administration on re-engineering
efforts during the past two years to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of
services. Vice-Mayor Wyatt advised that the City of Roanoke is a service-oriented delivery
system, which depends on its employees to deliver services, and cuts can be made to the
point where the organization becomes ineffective and unproductive.
Taxes
85/283
03/17/97
A report with regard to the Division of Motor Vehicles' Vehicle Registration
Withholding Program; adopted Res. No. 33312-031797.
Billings and Collections
85/283
03/17/97
A report with regard to the Division of Motor Vehicles' Vehicle Registration
Withholding Program; adopted Res. No. 33312-031797.
Division of Motor Vehicles
85/283
03/17/97
A report with regard to the Division of Motor Vehicles' Vehicle Registration
Withholding Program; adopted Res. No. 33312-031797.
Budget
85/285
03/17/97
A report with regard to appropriation of Community Development Block Grant
program income received from the Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority and
other miscellaneous program income; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33313-031797.
Housing/Authority
85/285
03/17/97
A report with regard to appropriation of Community Development Block Grant
program income received from the Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority and
other miscellaneous program income; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33313-031797.
Grants
85/285
03/17/97
A report with regard to appropriation of Community Development Block Grant
program income received from the Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority and
other miscellaneous program income; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33313-031797.
City Property
85/286
03/17/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee with regard to the McClanahan
Cemetery. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation.
Landmarks/Hist. Preservation
85/286
03/17/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee with regard to the McClanahan
Cemetery. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation.
Deceased Persons
85/286
03/17/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee with regard to the McClanahan
Cemetery. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation.
Streets and Alleys
85/286
03/17/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee with regard to the McClanahan
Cemetery. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation.
Water Resources
85/286
03/17/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee with regard to the McClanahan
Cemetery. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation.
Audits/Financial Reports
85/290
03/17/97
A report of the Audit Committee recommending that KPMG Peat Marwick LLP
be engaged to perform audits of the City of Roanoke financial records for the years
ending June 30, 1997 through June 30, 2000. Council Member William White, Sr.,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33314-031797.
Council
85/290
03/17/97
A report of the Audit Committee recommending that KPMG Peat Marwick LLP
be engaged to perform audits of the City of Roanoke financial records for the years
ending June 30, 1997 through June 30, 2000. Council Member William White, Sr.,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33314-031797.
Committees
85/290
03/17/97
A report of the Audit Committee recommending that KPMG Peat Marwick LLP
be engaged to perform audits of the City of Roanoke financial records for the years
ending June 30, 1997 through June 30, 2000. Council Member William White, Sr.,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33314-031797.
Audit Committee
85/290
03/17/97
A report of the Audit Committee recommending that KPMG Peat Marwick LLP
be engaged to perform audits of the City of Roanoke financial records for the years
ending June 30, 1997 through June 30, 2000. Council Member William White, Sr.,
Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33314-031797.
Budget
85/290
03/17/97
A report of the bid committee recommending execution of a unit price
contract with H. & S. Construction company for new concrete sidewalks, entrances and
curb - Phase II project, in the amount of $557,750.00; and transfer and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33315-031797 and Ord. No. 33316-031797.
Capital Improvements Program
85/290
03/17/97
A report of the bid committee recommending execution of a unit price
contract with H. & S. Construction company for new concrete sidewalks, entrances and
curb - Phase II project, in the amount of $557,750.00; and transfer and appropriation of funds
in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33315-031797 and Ord. No. 33316-031797.
Sidewalk/Curb and Gutter
85/290
03/17/97
A report of the bid committee recommending execution of a unit price
contract with H. & S. Construction company for new concrete sidewalks, entrances and
curb - Phase II project, in the amount of $557,750.00; and transfer and appropriation of funds
in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33315-031797 and Ord. No. 33316-031797.
Streets and Alleys
85/290
03/17/97
A report of the bid committee recommending execution of a unit price
contract with H. & S. Construction company for new concrete sidewalks, entrances and
curb - Phase II project, in the amount of $557,750.00; and transfer and appropriation of funds
in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Budget
Ord. No. 33315-031797 and Ord. No. 33316-031797.
Sidewalk/Curb and Gutter
85/292
03/17/97
The Mayor suggested that sidewalks, entrances and curb improvements be
listed on the "City Page".
Council
85/292
03/17/97
The Mayor suggested that sidewalks, entrances and curb improvements be
listed on the "City Page".
Newspapers
85/292
03/17/97
The Mayor suggested that sidewalks, entrances and curb improvements be
listed on the "City Page".
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/292
03/17/97
Ordinance No. 33298, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of certain easements across City-owned property to Botetourt County in order
to extend a sewer line to the Botetourt Center at Greenfield in Botetourt County, upon
certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33298-031797.
Easements
85/292
03/17/97
Ordinance No. 33298, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of certain easements across City-owned property to Botetourt County in order to
extend a sewer line to the Botetourt Center at Greenfield in Botetourt County, upon
certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33298-031797.
City Property
85/292
03/17/97
Ordinance No. 33298, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of certain easements across City-owned property to Botetourt County in order to
extend a sewer line to the Botetourt Center at Greenfield in Botetourt County, upon
certain terms and conditions; adopted Ord. No. 33298-031797.
Oaths of Office
85/293
03/17/97
A Resolution appointing a Director of the Industrial Development Authority of
the City of Roanoke, to fill the remaining portion of a four (4) year term on its Board of
Directors; adopted Res. No. 33317-031797.
Committees
85/293
03/17/97
A Resolution appointing a Director of the Industrial Development Authority of
the City of Roanoke, to fill the remaining portion of a four (4) year term on its Board of
Directors; adopted Res. No. 33317-031797.
Industries
85/293
03/17/97
A Resolution appointing a Director of the Industrial Development Authority of
the City of Roanoke, to fill the remaining portion of a four (4) year term on its Board of
Directors; adopted Res. No. 33317-031797.
Council
85/293
03/17/97
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m., on Monday, April 7, 1997;
adopted Res. No. 33318-031797.
Industries
85/293
03/17/97
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m., on Monday, April 7, 1997;
adopted Res. No. 33318-031797.
Parks and Recreation
85/299
03/17/97
A report of the Mill Mountain Development Committee with regard to the
Committee's Vision Process. Carl H. Kopitzke, Chairperson. Council approved the proposed
Vision and Mission Statements as submitted by the Mill Mountain Development
Committee, and authorized the renaming of the Committee from Mill Mountain
Development Committee to Mill Mountain Advisory Committee.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/294
03/17/97
Council Member White commended the City Administration on re-engineering
efforts during the past two years to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of
services. Vice-Mayor Wyatt advised that the City of Roanoke is a service-oriented delivery
system, which depends on its employees to deliver services, and cuts can be made to the
point where the organization becomes ineffective and unproductive.
Council
85/294
03/17/97
Council Member White commended the City Administration on re-engineering
efforts during the past two years to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of
services. Vice-Mayor Wyatt advised that the City of Roanoke is a service-oriented delivery
system, which depends on its employees to deliver services, and cuts can be made to the
point where the organization becomes ineffective and unproductive.
City Employees
85/294
03/17/97
Council Member White commended the City Administration on re-engineering
efforts during the past two years to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of
services. Vice-Mayor Wyatt advised that the City of Roanoke is a service-oriented delivery
system, which depends on its employees to deliver services, and cuts can be made to the
point where the organization becomes ineffective and unproductive.
City Code
85/294
03/17/97
Ms. Patricia Earls, 717 Mississippi Avenue, N. E., requested that the City Code
be amended to allow pigs in the City of Roanoke. The matter was referred to the City
Manager for study, report and recommendatino to Council.
Animals/Insects
85/294
03/17/97
Ms. Patricia Earls, 717 Mississippi Avenue, N. E., requested that the City Code
be amended to allow pigs in the City of Roanoke. The matter was referred to the City
Manager for study, report and recommendatino to Council.
Complaints
85/294
03/17/97
Ms. Patricia Earls, 717 Mississippi Avenue, N. E., requested that the City Code
be amended to allow pigs in the City of Roanoke. The matter was referred to the City
Manager for study, report and recommendatino to Council.
Oaths of Office
85/295
03/17/97
A communication from Samuel H. McGhee, III, submitting his resignation as a
Director of the Industrial Development Authority, effective immediately, was received and
filed and accepted with regret.
Committees
85/295
03/17/97
A communication from Samuel H. McGhee, III, submitting his resignation as a
Director of the Industrial Development Authority, effective immediately, was received and
filed and accepted with regret.
Industries
85/295
03/17/97
A communication from Samuel H. McGhee, III, submitting his resignation as a
Director of the Industrial Development Authority, effective immediately, was received and
filed and accepted with regret.
Oaths of Office
85/295
03/17/97
Adopted Res. No. 33319-031797 appointing Sydnor W. Brizendine, Jr., as a
Director of the Industrial Development Authority of the City of Roanoke, to fill the
unexpired term of Samuel H. McGhee, III, resigned, ending October 20, 2000.
Committees
85/295
03/17/97
Adopted Res. No. 33319-031797 appointing Sydnor W. Brizendine, Jr., as a
Director of the Industrial Development Authority of the City of Roanoke, to fill the unexpired
term of Samuel H. McGhee, III, resigned, ending October 20, 2000.
Industries
85/295
03/17/97
Adopted Res. No. 33319-031797 appointing Sydnor W. Brizendine, Jr., as a
Director of the Industrial Development Authority of the City of Roanoke, to fill the unexpired
term of Samuel H. McGhee, III, resigned, ending October 20, 2000.
Oaths of Office
85/296
03/17/97
Reappointed The Reverend Charles T. Green and G. David Nixon as members
of the Fair Housing Board for terms ending March 31, 2000.
Committees
85/296
03/17/97
Reappointed The Reverend Charles T. Green and G. David Nixon as members
of the Fair Housing Board for terms ending March 31, 2000.
Housing/Authority
85/296
03/17/97
Reappointed The Reverend Charles T. Green and G. David Nixon as members
of the Fair Housing Board for terms ending March 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
85/296
03/17/97
Appointed Kathryn V. Weikel as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission to fill the unexpired term of Stephen A. Mancuso,
resigned, ending October 31, 2000.
Committees
85/296
03/17/97
Appointed Kathryn V. Weikel as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission to fill the unexpired term of Stephen A. Mancuso,
resigned, ending October 31, 2000.
Traffic
85/296
03/17/97
Appointed Kathryn V. Weikel as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission to fill the unexpired term of Stephen A. Mancuso,
resigned, ending October 31, 2000.
Buses
85/296
03/17/97
Appointed Kathryn V. Weikel as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission to fill the unexpired term of Stephen A. Mancuso,
resigned, ending October 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
85/296
03/17/97
Appointed J. Granger Macfarlane as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2001.
Committees
85/296
03/17/97
Appointed J. Granger Macfarlane as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2001.
Airport
85/296
03/17/97
Appointed J. Granger Macfarlane as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2001.
Proclamations
85/297
03/17/97
A Proclamation declaring the month of March, 1997 as Girl Scout Month.
Traffic
85/298
03/17/97
Presentation by the New Century Council with regard to establishment of a
regional pride campaign. Beverly T. Fitzpatrick, Jr., Executive Director; no action was
taken.
The New Century Council
85/298
03/17/97
Presentation by the New Century Council with regard to establishment of a
regional pride campaign. Beverly T. Fitzpatrick, Jr., Executive Director; no action was
taken.
Budget
85/299
03/17/97
Presentation by the Make a Difference-Society with regard to beautification of
the 24th Street, N. W., underpass area. Gail Boyd, Spokesperson. Ms. Lavenia Toliver,
representing the Make A Difference Society of the Roanoke Valley, advised that the
organization is composed of 21 members. Out of their concern for the appearance of the
24th Street Underpass, the organization presented $16.54 token pennies to be used towrad
purchase of paint and seasonal flowers. Representatives of the organization advised that
if the City will provide paint and landscaping materials, the Make A Difference Society will
volunteer to provide manpower.
Bridges
85/299
03/17/97
Presentation by the Make a Difference-Society with regard to beautification of
the 24th Street, N. W., underpass area. Gail Boyd, Spokesperson. Ms. Lavenia Toliver,
representing the Make A Difference Society of the Roanoke Valley, advised that the
organization is composed of 21 members. Out of their concern for the appearance of the
24th Street Underpass, the organization presented $16.54 token pennies to be used towrad
purchase of paint and seasonal flowers. Representatives of the organization advised that
if the City will provide paint and landscaping materials, the Make A Difference Society will
volunteer to provide manpower.
Make a Difference Society
85/299
03/17/97
Presentation by the Make a Difference-Society with regard to beautification of
the 24th Street, N. W., underpass area. Gail Boyd, Spokesperson. Ms. Lavenia Toliver,
representing the Make A Difference Society of the Roanoke Valley, advised that the
organization is composed of 21 members. Out of their concern for the appearance of the
24th Street Underpass, the organization presented $16.54 token pennies to be used towrad
purchase of paint and seasonal flowers. Representatives of the organization advised that
if the City will provide paint and landscaping materials, the Make A Difference Society will
volunteer to provide manpower.
Streets and Alleys
85/299
03/17/97
Presentation by the Make a Difference-Society with regard to beautification of
the 24th Street, N. W., underpass area. Gail Boyd, Spokesperson. Ms. Lavenia Toliver,
representing the Make A Difference Society of the Roanoke Valley, advised that the
organization is composed of 21 members. Out of their concern for the appearance of the
24th Street Underpass, the organization presented $16.54 token pennies to be used towrad
purchase of paint and seasonal flowers. Representatives of the organization advised that
if the City will provide paint and landscaping materials, the Make A Difference Society will
volunteer to provide manpower.
Committees
85/299
03/17/97
A report of the Mill Mountain Development Committee with regard to the
Committee's Vision Process. Carl H. Kopitzke, Chairperson. Council approved the
proposed Vision and Mission Statements as submitted by the Mill Mountain Development
Committee, and authorized the renaming of the Committee from Mill Mountain
Development Committee to Mill Mountain Advisory Committee.
Budget
85/323
04/07/97
A report with regard to Maple Leaf Foods, Inc.; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33325-040797 and Res. No. 33326-040797. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from
voting).
Economic Development
85/322
04/07/97
A report with regard to transfer of $75,000.00 to the "RCIT Infrastructure
Engineering" account from the Undesignated Capital Funds account; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33324-040797.
Oaths of Office
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of J. Granger Macfarlane as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2001; received and filed.
Industries
85/323
04/07/97
A report with regard to Maple Leaf Foods, Inc.; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33325-040797 and Res. No. 33326-040797. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from
voting).
City Market
85/303
04/07/97
LOCAL COLORS, Roanoke's International Celebration, will be held on
Sunday, April 20, 1997, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., on the City Market and Center In The Square.
Celebrations
85-303
04/07/97
LOCAL COLORS, Roanoke's International Celebration, will be held on
Sunday, April 20, 1997, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., on the City Market and Center In The Square.
Downtown Roanoke, Incorporated
85/303
04/07/97
LOCAL COLORS, Roanoke's International Celebration, will be held on
Sunday, April 20, 1997, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., on the City Market and Center In The Square.
Center In The Square
85/303
04/07/97
LOCAL COLORS, Roanoke's International Celebration, will be held on
Sunday, April 20, 1997, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., on the City Market and Center In The Square.
Schools
85/303
04/07/97
Selection of persons to be accorded the public interview for the position of
Roanoke City School Board Trustee for terms commencing July 1, 1997, and ending June
30, 2000; Sherrie M. Boone, F. B. Webster Day, Marsha W. Ellison, Joann Hamidullah,
Sherman P. Lea, and Michael L. Ramsey will be accorded the public interview on
Thursday, April 24 at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber
Oaths of Office
85/306
04/07/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request.
committees
85/306
04/07/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request.
Council
85/306
04/07/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/306
04/07/97
A communication from the National Arbor Day Foundation advising that
Roanoke has been named as a 1996 Tree City USA; received and filed.
Celebrations
85/306
04/07/97
A communication from the National Arbor Day Foundation advising that
Roanoke has been named as a 1996 Tree City USA; received and filed.
Municipal Auditor
85/307
04/07/97
Minutes of the Audit Committee meeting held on Monday, March 3, 1997;
received and filed.
Committees
85/307
04/07/97
Minutes of the Audit Committee meeting held on Monday, March 3, 1997;
received and filed.
Audit Committee
85/307
04/07/97
Minutes of the Audit Committee meeting held on Monday, March 3, 1997;
received and filed.
Health Department
85/307
04/07/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to a proposal of the Environmental
Protection Agency to establish new air quality standards for ozone and particulate matter;
received and filed.
Air Pollution Control
85/307
04/07/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to a proposal of the Environmental
Protection Agency to establish new air quality standards for ozone and particulate matter;
received and filed.
Fifth Planning District Commission
85/307
04/07/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to a proposal of the Environmental
Protection Agency to establish new air quality standards for ozone and particulate matter;
received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/308
04/07/97
Qualification of Dennis R. Cronk as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority of the City of Roanoke to fill the unexpired term of W. Bolling Izard, resigned,
ending October 20, 1998; received and filed.
Committees
85/308
04/07/97
Qualification of Dennis R. Cronk as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority of the City of Roanoke to fill the unexpired term of W. Bolling Izard, resigned,
ending October 20, 1998; received and filed.
Industries
85/308
04/07/97
Qualification of Dennis R. Cronk as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority of the City of Roanoke to fill the unexpired term of W. Bolling Izard, resigned,
ending October 20, 1998; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/308
04/07/97
Qualification of Sydnor W. Brizendine, Jrs., as a Director of the Industrial
Development Authority of the City of Roanoke to fill the unexpired term of Samuel H.
McGhee, III, resigned, ending October 20, 2000; received and filed.
Committees
85/308
04/07/97
Qualification of Sydnor W. Brizendine, Jrs., as a Director of the Industrial
Development Authority of the City of Roanoke to fill the unexpired term of Samuel H.
McGhee, III, resigned, ending October 20, 2000; received and filed.
Industries
85/308
04/07/97
Qualification of Sydnor W. Brizendine, Jrs., as a Director of the Industrial
Development Authority of the City of Roanoke to fill the unexpired term of Samuel H.
McGhee, III, resigned, ending October 20, 2000; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/308
04/07/97
Qualification of E. L. Noell as a member of the Board of Fire Appeals for a
term ending June 30, 2000; received and filed.
Committees
85/308
04/07/97
Qualification of E. L. Noell as a member of the Board of Fire Appeals for a
term ending June 30, 2000; received and filed.
Fire Department
85/308
04/07/97
Qualification of E. L. Noell as a member of the Board of Fire Appeals for a
term ending June 30, 2000; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of Kathryn V. Weikel as a member fo the Cty of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission to fill the unexpired term of Stephen A. Mancuso,
resigned, ending October 31, 1998; received and filed.
Committees
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of Kathryn V. Weikel as a member fo the Cty of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission to fill the unexpired term of Stephen A. Mancuso,
resigned, ending October 31, 1998; received and filed.
Buses
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of Kathryn V. Weikel as a member fo the Cty of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission to fill the unexpired term of Stephen A. Mancuso,
resigned, ending October 31, 1998; received and filed.
Traffic
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of Kathryn V. Weikel as a member fo the Cty of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission to fill the unexpired term of Stephen A. Mancuso,
resigned, ending October 31, 1998; received and filed.
Fleet Maintenance
85/335
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33301, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1996-97 General and Fleet Management Funds Appropriations, providing for
appropriations of $896,105.00 in connection with the purchase of fire aerial apparatus;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33301-040797. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt, and Council Members Harris
and Trout voted no).
Committees
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of J. Granger Macfarlane as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2001; received and filed.
Airport
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of J. Granger Macfarlane as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2001; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of Charles T. Green as a member of the Fair Housing Board for a
term ending March 31, 2000; received and filed.
Committees
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of Charles T. Green as a member of the Fair Housing Board for a
term ending March 31, 2000; received and filed.
Housing/Authority
85/309
04/07/97
Qualification of Charles T. Green as a member of the Fair Housing Board for a
term ending March 31, 2000; received and filed.
Traffic
85/309
04/07/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to a study of traffic conditions on
Wiley Drive; concurred in report.
Parks and Recreation
85/309
04/07/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to a study of traffic conditions on
Wiley Drive; concurred in report.
City Planning
85/309
04/07/97
A report of the City Manager with regard to a study of traffic conditions on
Wiley Drive; concurred in report.
City Code
85/311
04/07/97
Request to address Council with regard to allowing Vietnamese Pot-Bellied
Pigs as a household pet in the City of Roanoke. Ms. Pat Earls, Spokesperson; received
and filed.
Animals/Insects
85/311
04/07/97
Request to address Council with regard to allowing Vietnamese Pot-Bellied
Pigs as a household pet in the City of Roanoke. Ms. Pat Earls, Spokesperson; received and
filed.
Complaints
85/311
04/07/97
Request to address Council with regard to allowing Vietnamese Pot-Bellied
Pigs as a household pet in the City of Roanoke. Ms. Pat Earls, Spokesperson; received and
filed.
Budget
85/311
04/07/97
A communication from Council Member William White, Sr., recommending a
one cent reduction in the real estate tax rate, effective January 1, 1998; appropriate City
officials were requested to develop a fiscal year 1997-98 budget that includes a one cent
real estate tax reduction, effective January 1, 1998, for review and possible approval by
Council during upcoming budget study sessions, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no.
Taxes
85/311
04/07/97
A communication from Council Member William White, Sr., recommending a
one cent reduction in the real estate tax rate, effective January 1, 1998; appropriate City
officials were requested to develop a fiscal year 1997-98 budget that includes a one cent
real estate tax reduction, effective January 1, 1998, for review and possible approval by
Council during upcoming budget study sessions, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no.
Council
85/311
04/07/97
A communication from Council Member William White, Sr., recommending a
one cent reduction in the real estate tax rate, effective January 1, 1998; appropriate City
officials were requested to develop a fiscal year 1997-98 budget that includes a one cent
real estate tax reduction, effective January 1, 1998, for review and possible approval by
Council during upcoming budget study sessions, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no.
Budget
85/312
04/07/97
A communication from Jacqueline L. Shuck, Executive Director, Roanoke
Regional Airport, requesting approval of the Airport Commission's 1997-98 proposed
Operating and Capital Purchases budget, as well as a listing of proposed capital
expenditures which are expected to exceed $100,000.00; adopted Res. No. 33320-040797.
Airport
85/312
04/07/97
A communication from Jacqueline L. Shuck, Executive Director, Roanoke
Regional Airport, requesting approval of the Airport Commission's 1997-98 proposed
Operating and Capital Purchases budget, as well as a listing of proposed capital
expenditures which are expected to exceed $100,000.00; adopted Res. No. 33320-040797.
City Employees
85/313
04/07/97
A report with regard to the City of Roanoke Affirmative Action Program;
received and filed.
Affirmative Action
85/313
04/07/97
A report with regard to the City of Roanoke Affirmative Action Program;
received and filed.
Cable Television
85/317
04/07/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds for joint Roanoke City and
Roanoke County Radio Consultant to proceed with writing of specifications for a regional
800 MHZ Trunking Radio System; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33321-040797.
Budget
85/317
04/07/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds for joint Roanoke City and
Roanoke County Radio Consultant to proceed with writing of specifications for a regional
800 MHZ Trunking Radio System; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33321-040797.
Communications Department
85/317
04/07/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds for joint Roanoke City and
Roanoke County Radio Consultant to proceed with writing of specifications for a regional
800 MHZ Trunking Radio System; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33321-040797.
Consultants Reports
85/317
04/07/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds for joint Roanoke City and
Roanoke County Radio Consultant to proceed with writing of specifications for a regional
800 MHZ Trunking Radio System; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33321-040797.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/319
04/07/97
A report recommending execution of Change Order No. 1, in the amount of
$32,000.00, to the City's contract with Malcolm Pirnie, Inc., for design of upgrade and
expansion of the Water Pollution Control Plant; adopted Ord. No. 33322-040797. (6-0,
Council Member White was out of the Chamber).
Consultants Reports
85/319
04/07/97
A report recommending execution of Change Order No. 1, in the amount of
$32,000.00, to the City's contract with Malcolm Pirnie, Inc., for design of upgrade and
expansion of the Water Pollution Control Plant; adopted Ord. No. 33322-040797. (6-0, Council
Member White was out of the Chamber).
Traffic
85/320
04/07/97
A report recommending authorization for the City Manager to file an
application with the Virginia Department of Transportation for Industrial Access Road
funds in the Roanoke Centre for Industry and Technology; adopted Res. No. 33323-040797.
(6-0, Council Member White was out of the Council Chamber).
Industries
85/320
04/07/97
A report recommending authorization for the City Manager to file an
application with the Virginia Department of Transportation for Industrial Access Road funds
in the Roanoke Centre for Industry and Technology; adopted Res. No. 33323-040797. (6-0,
Council Member White was out of the Council Chamber).
Economic Development
85/320
04/07/97
A report recommending authorization for the City Manager to file an
application with the Virginia Department of Transportation for Industrial Access Road funds
in the Roanoke Centre for Industry and Technology; adopted Res. No. 33323-040797. (6-0,
Council Member White was out of the Council Chamber).
Budget
85/322
04/07/97
A report with regard to transfer of $75,000.00 to the "RCIT Infrastructure
Engineering" account from the Undesignated Capital Funds account; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33324-040797.
Capital Improvements Program
85/322
04/07/97
A report with regard to transfer of $75,000.00 to the "RCIT Infrastructure
Engineering" account from the Undesignated Capital Funds account; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33324-040797.
Industries
85/322
04/07/97
A report with regard to transfer of $75,000.00 to the "RCIT Infrastructure
Engineering" account from the Undesignated Capital Funds account; adopted Budget Ord.
No. 33324-040797.
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
Equipment
85/335
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33301, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1996-97 General and Fleet Management Funds Appropriations, providing for
appropriations of $896,105.00 in connection with the purchase of fire aerial apparatus;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33301-040797. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt, and Council Members Harris
and Trout voted no).
Purchase/Sale of Property
85/336
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33310, on second reading, authorizing the sale of 8.6665 acres
of City-owned land to A & M Enterprises, L.L.C., upon certain terms and conditions;
adopted Ord. No. 33310-040797. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from voting).
Economic Development
85/323
04/07/97
A report with regard to Maple Leaf Foods, Inc.; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33325-040797 and Res. No. 33326-040797. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from
voting).
Budget
85/326
04/07/97
A report with regard to training incentives for First Citizens Bank Shares, Inc.;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33327-040797 and Res. No. 33328-040797.
FDETC
85/326
04/07/97
A report with regard to training incentives for First Citizens Bank Shares, Inc.;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33327-040797 and Res. No. 33328-040797.
Economic Development
85/326
04/07/97
A report with regard to training incentives for First Citizens Bank Shares, Inc.;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33327-040797 and Res. No. 33328-040797.
Budget
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
Parks and Recreation
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
Fire Department
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
Community Planning
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
Capital Improvements
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
Utility Line Services
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
CMERP
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
City Information Systems
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
CMERP
85/335
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33301, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1996-97 General and Fleet Management Funds Appropriations, providing for
appropriations of $896,105.00 in connection with the purchase of fire aerial apparatus;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33301-040797. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt, and Council Members Harris
and Trout voted no).
Equipment
85/328
04/07/97
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Programs and Prior Year Retained Earnings funds; adopted
Budget Ord. No. 33329-040797.
Budget
85/331
04/07/97
A joint report of the Director of Finance and the City Manager with regard to
the real estate tax financial impact; received and filed and referred to 1997-98 Budget
Study.
Taxes
85/331
04/07/97
A joint report of the Director of Finance and the City Manager with regard to
the real estate tax financial impact; received and filed and referred to 1997-98 Budget Study.
Director of Finance
85/333
04/07/97
A financial report for the month of February, 1997; received and filed.
Audits/Financial Reports
85/333
04/07/97
A financial report for the month of February, 1997; received and filed.
Director of Finance
85/333
04/07/97
Council Member White requested that the Director of Finance report on the
budget implications as a result of the announcement by Maple Leaf Foods, Inc., to expand
its operations by constructing a new manufacturing plant in the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology.
Budget
85/333
04/07/97
Council Member White requested that the Director of Finance report on the
budget implications as a result of the announcement by Maple Leaf Foods, Inc., to expand
its operations by constructing a new manufacturing plant in the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology.
Council
85/333
04/07/97
Council Member White requested that the Director of Finance report on the
budget implications as a result of the announcement by Maple Leaf Foods, Inc., to expand
its operations by constructing a new manufacturing plant in the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology.
Industries
85/333
04/07/97
Council Member White requested that the Director of Finance report on the
budget implications as a result of the announcement by Maple Leaf Foods, Inc., to expand
its operations by constructing a new manufacturing plant in the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology.
Economic Development
85/333
04/07/97
Council Member White requested that the Director of Finance report on the
budget implications as a result of the announcement by Maple Leaf Foods, Inc., to expand
its operations by constructing a new manufacturing plant in the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/334
04/07/97
A report of the Bid Committee recommending rejection of all bids received by
the City for construction of a sanitary sewer storm drain and detention pond at the
Deanwood Industrial Park. John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33330-040797.
Industries
85/334
04/07/97
A report of the Bid Committee recommending rejection of all bids received by
the City for construction of a sanitary sewer storm drain and detention pond at the
Deanwood Industrial Park. John H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33330-040797.
Budget
85/335
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33301, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1996-97 General and Fleet Management Funds Appropriations, providing
for appropriations of $896,105.00 in connection with the purchase of fire aerial apparatus;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33301-040797. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt, and Council Members
Harris and Trout voted no).
Fire Department
85/335
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33301, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1996-97 General and Fleet Management Funds Appropriations, providing for
appropriations of $896,105.00 in connection with the purchase of fire aerial apparatus;
adopted Budget Ord. No. 33301-040797. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt, and Council Members Harris
and Trout voted no).
Capital Improvements Program
85/338
04/07/97
Council Member Swain suggested that a flow chart/diagram be posted at
various locations in the City informing citizens of the status of capital projects which
would include information on cost, commencement date, completion date, etc.
Oaths of Office
85/338
04/07/97
Appointed Bobby Lavender as a member of the Board of Fire Appeals for a
term ending June 30, 2000.
Committees
85/338
04/07/97
Appointed Bobby Lavender as a member of the Board of Fire Appeals for a
term ending June 30, 2000.
Fire Department
85/338
04/07/97
Appointed Bobby Lavender as a member of the Board of Fire Appeals for a
term ending June 30, 2000.
City Property
85/336
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33310, on second reading, authorizing the sale of 8.6665 acres
of City-owned land to A & M Enterprises, L.L.C., upon certain terms and conditions;
adopted Ord. No. 33310-040797. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from voting).
Industries
85/336
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33310, on second reading, authorizing the sale of 8.6665 acres
of City-owned land to A & M Enterprises, L.L.C., upon certain terms and conditions;
adopted Ord. No. 33310-040797. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from voting).
Capital Improvements Program
85/336
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33310, on second reading, authorizing the sale of 8.6665 acres
of City-owned land to A & M Enterprises, L.L.C., upon certain terms and conditions;
adopted Ord. No. 33310-040797. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from voting).
Economic Development
85/336
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33310, on second reading, authorizing the sale of 8.6665 acres
of City-owned land to A & M Enterprises, L.L.C., upon certain terms and conditions;
adopted Ord. No. 33310-040797. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from voting).
Streets and Alleys
85/336
04/07/97
Ordinance No. 33310, on second reading, authorizing the sale of 8.6665 acres
of City-owned land to A & M Enterprises, L.L.C., upon certain terms and conditions;
adopted Ord. No. 33310-040797. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from voting).
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/337
04/07/97
A Resolution memorializing the late George B. Cartledge, Sr.; adopted Res.
No. 33331-040797.
Deceased Persons
85/337
04/07/97
A Resolution memorializing the late George B. Cartledge, Sr.; adopted Res.
No. 33331-040797.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/337
04/07/97
The City Attorney was requested to prepare the proper measure
memorializing the Reverend Alfred S. Prunty.
Deceased Persons
85/337
04/07/97
The City Attorney was requested to prepare the proper measure
memorializing the Reverend Alfred S. Prunty.
Bonds/Bond Issues
85/337
04/07/97
Council Member White called attention to discussions with regard to
increaseing the size of the City's next bond issue by using funds which have been saved
as a result of the reengineering of City services in order to increase the funds available for
debt service, and inquired if the School system has taken similar action. The City
Manager advised that he would discuss the matter with the Superintendent of Roanoke
City Public Schools.
Schools
85/337
04/07/97
Council Member White called attention to discussions with regard to
increaseing the size of the City's next bond issue by using funds which have been saved as
a result of the reengineering of City services in order to increase the funds available for
debt service, and inquired if the School system has taken similar action. The City Manager
advised that he would discuss the matter with the Superintendent of Roanoke City Public
Schools.
Oaths of Office
85/339
04/07/97
Appointed Basil Owens, Jr., as a member of the Roanoke Public Library
Board to fill the unexpired term of Mary C. Maier, resigned, ending June 30, 1998.
Committees
85/339
04/07/97
Appointed Basil Owens, Jr., as a member of the Roanoke Public Library
Board to fill the unexpired term of Mary C. Maier, resigned, ending June 30, 1998.
Libraries
85/339
04/07/97
Appointed Basil Owens, Jr., as a member of the Roanoke Public Library
Board to fill the unexpired term of Mary C. Maier, resigned, ending June 30, 1998.
City Code
85/339
04/07/97
Council withdrew its March 17, 1997, request for a report from the City
Manager on the issue of allowing pigs within the City limits.
Oaths of Office
85/339
04/07/97
Appointed Richard A. Rife as a member of the City Planning commission for a
term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
85/339
04/07/97
Appointed Richard A. Rife as a member of the City Planning commission for a
term ending December 31, 2000.
Community Planning
85/339
04/07/97
Appointed Richard A. Rife as a member of the City Planning commission for a
term ending December 31, 2000.
Animals/Insects
85/339
04/07/97
Council withdrew its March 17, 1997, request for a report from the City
Manager on the issue of allowing pigs within the City limits.
Animals/Insects
85/372
04/21/97
Request that potbellied pigs be allowed as household pets in the City of
Roanoke. Ms. Patricia Earls, Spokesperson; received and filed.
Equipment
85/358
04/21/97
A report recommending award of a contract to Custom Rigging Systems, Inc.,
in the total amount of $98,027.00, for renovations to the Roanoke Civic Center rigging
system; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33340-042197 (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber) and Ord. No.
33341-042197.
Schools
85/373
04/21/97
Public hearing to receive the views of citizens regarding appointment of
Roanoke City School Board Trustees. Candidates for School Board Trustee positions are:
Sherrie M. Boone, F. B. Webster Day, Marsha W. Ellison, Joann Hamidullah, Sherman P.
Lea, and Michael L. Ramsey; received and filed.
City Code
85/372
04/21/97
Request that potbellied pigs be allowed as household pets in the City of
Roanoke. Ms. Patricia Earls, Spokesperson; received and filed.
Budget
85/341
04/21/97
Briefing with regard to the proposed fiscal year 1997-98 Annaul Update to the
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Consolidated Plan. W. Robert
Herber, City Manager; request of Estelle McCadden, President, Melrose/Rugby
Neighborhood Forum, for funding to purchase a building to house equipment and to
conduct youth activities was referred to the City Manager for further consideration.
Neighborhood Organizations
85/341
04/21/97
Briefing with regard to the proposed fiscal year 1997-98 Annaul Update to the
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Consolidated Plan. W. Robert
Herber, City Manager; request of Estelle McCadden, President, Melrose/Rugby
Neighborhood Forum, for funding to purchase a building to house equipment and to
conduct youth activities was referred to the City Manager for further consideration.
Community Planning
85/341
04/21/97
Briefing with regard to the proposed fiscal year 1997-98 Annaul Update to the
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Consolidated Plan. W. Robert
Herber, City Manager; request of Estelle McCadden, President, Melrose/Rugby
Neighborhood Forum, for funding to purchase a building to house equipment and to
conduct youth activities was referred to the City Manager for further consideration.
Grants
85/341
04/21/97
Briefing with regard to the proposed fiscal year 1997-98 Annaul Update to the
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Consolidated Plan. W. Robert
Herber, City Manager; request of Estelle McCadden, President, Melrose/Rugby
Neighborhood Forum, for funding to purchase a building to house equipment and to
conduct youth activities was referred to the City Manager for further consideration.
Youth
85/341
04/21/97
Briefing with regard to the proposed fiscal year 1997-98 Annaul Update to the
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Consolidated Plan. W. Robert
Herber, City Manager; request of Estelle McCadden, President, Melrose/Rugby
Neighborhood Forum, for funding to purchase a building to house equipment and to
conduct youth activities was referred to the City Manager for further consideration.
Equipment
85/341
04/21/97
Briefing with regard to the proposed fiscal year 1997-98 Annaul Update to the
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Consolidated Plan. W. Robert
Herber, City Manager; request of Estelle McCadden, President, Melrose/Rugby
Neighborhood Forum, for funding to purchase a building to house equipment and to
conduct youth activities was referred to the City Manager for further consideration.
Budget
85/342
04/21/97
Council Member Swain inquired about the status of existing funds and future
funds for Henry Street and the Gainsboro community; whereupon, the matter was referred
to the City Manager for response.
City Council
85/343
04/21/97
Council Member Swain inquired about the status of existing funds and future
funds for Henry Street and the Gainsboro community; whereupon, the matter was referred
to the City Manager for response.
Neighborhood Organizations
85/342
04/21/97
Council Member Swain inquired about the status of existing funds and future
funds for Henry Street and the Gainsboro community; whereupon, the matter was referred
to the City Manager for response.
Community Planning
85/343
04/21/97
Council Member Swain inquired about the status of existing funds and future
funds for Henry Street and the Gainsboro community; whereupon, the matter was referred
to the City Manager for response.
Grants
85/343
04/21/97
Council Member Swain inquired about the status of existing funds and future
funds for Henry Street and the Gainsboro community; whereupon, the matter was referred
to the City Manager for response.
Henry Street Revival Committee
85/342
04/21/97
Council Member Swain inquired about the status of existing funds and future
funds for Henry Street and the Gainsboro community; whereupon, the matter was referred
to the City Manager for response.
Budget
85/343
04/21/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt inquired about five specific agencies that were
recommended for funding even though the agencies did not submit a formal request;
whereupon, the City Manager was requested to respond prior to the May 5 public hearing.
Neighborhood Organizations
85/343
04/21/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt inquired about five specific agencies that were
recommended for funding even though the agencies did not submit a formal request;
whereupon, the City Manager was requested to respond prior to the May 5 public hearing.
Community Planning
85/343
04/21/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt inquired about five specific agencies that were
recommended for funding even though the agencies did not submit a formal request;
whereupon, the City Manager was requested to respond prior to the May 5 public hearing.
Grants
85/343
04/21/97
Vice-Mayor Wyatt inquired about five specific agencies that were
recommended for funding even though the agencies did not submit a formal request;
whereupon, the City Manager was requested to respond prior to the May 5 public hearing.
City Council
85/343
04/21/97
The Mayor inquired as to whether other local governments in the Roanoke
Valley provide funds for community development, housing and homeless programs.
Community Planning
85/343
04/21/97
The Mayor inquired as to whether other local governments in the Roanoke
Valley provide funds for community development, housing and homeless programs.
Grants
85/343
04/21/97
The Mayor inquired as to whether other local governments in the Roanoke
Valley provide funds for community development, housing and homeless programs.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/343
04/21/97
The Mayor recognized former Mayor Bernard Dupuis, Saint-Lo, France, one of
Roanoke's five sister cities, and presented him with an Honorary Citizenship Certificate,
and a Key to the City.
Sister Cities
85/343
04/21/97
The Mayor recognized former Mayor Bernard Dupuis, Saint-Lo, France, one of
Roanoke's five sister cities, and presented him with an Honorary Citizenship Certificate,
and a Key to the City.
Acts of Acknowledgement
85/344
04/21/97
A communication from the Honorable W. Alvin Hudson, Sheriff, advising that
the Roanoke City Jail was recently audited by the American Correctional Association
(ACA) and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care, resulting in the Jail
receiving two national accreditations; on behalf of the Members of Council, the Mayor
presented Sheriff Hudson with a Key to the City in recognition of outstanding
achievements at the City Jail.
City Jail
85/344
04/21/97
A communication from the Honorable W. Alvin Hudson, Sheriff, advising that
the Roanoke City Jail was recently audited by the American Correctional Association (ACA)
and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care, resulting in the Jail receiving
two national accreditations; on behalf of the Members of Council, the Mayor presented
Sheriff Hudson with a Key to the City in recognition of outstanding achievements at the
City Jail.
City Sheriff
85/344
04/21/97
A communication from the Honorable W. Alvin Hudson, Sheriff, advising that
the Roanoke City Jail was recently audited by the American Correctional Association (ACA)
and the National Commission on Correctional Health Care, resulting in the Jail receiving
two national accreditations; on behalf of the Members of Council, the Mayor presented
Sheriff Hudson with a Key to the City in recognition of outstanding achievements at the
City Jail.
Committees
85/344
04/21/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Council
85/344
04/21/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commissions and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; concurred in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Economic Development
85/345
04/21/97
A report of the City Manager requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss a matter regarding an economic development prospect, specifically
discussion of a prospective business or industry where no previous announcement has
been made of the business' or industries interest in locating its facilities in the community,
pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(5), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended.
Council
85/345
04/21/97
A report of the City Manager requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss a matter regarding an economic development prospect, specifically
discussion of a prospective business or industry where no previous announcement has
been made of the business' or industries interest in locating its facilities in the community,
pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(5), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended.
Budget
85/345
04/21/97
Request to address Council with regard to permanent pay increases for City of
Roanoke retirees. Clarence R. Martin, Roanoke City Retirees Association; remarks of Mr.
Martin were referred to 1997-98 budget study. The Mayor inquired about benefits received
by retirees of other jurisdictions in the Roanoke Valley. Council Member Swain inquired
if the City's lump sum payments match the standard COLA increases provided for retirees
receiving Social Security benefits.
Council
85/345
04/21/97
Request to address Council with regard to permanent pay increases for City of
Roanoke retirees. Clarence R. Martin, Roanoke City Retirees Association; remarks of Mr.
Martin were referred to 1997-98 budget study. The Mayor inquired about benefits received
by retirees of other jurisdictions in the Roanoke Valley. Council Member Swain inquired if
the City's lump sum payments match the standard COLA increases provided for retirees
receiving Social Security benefits.
Pensions
85/345
04/21/97
Request to address Council with regard to permanent pay increases for City of
Roanoke retirees. Clarence R. Martin, Roanoke City Retirees Association; remarks of Mr.
Martin were referred to 1997-98 budget study. The Mayor inquired about benefits received
by retirees of other jurisdictions in the Roanoke Valley. Council Member Swain inquired if
the City's lump sum payments match the standard COLA increases provided for retirees
receiving Social Security benefits.
Parks and Recreation
85/346
04/21/97
A communication from Dennis A. Barbour, Attorney, representing CEBE
Investments, Inc., t/a WXLK-FM, requesting that the City of Roanoke permit CEBE
Investments to assign its rights under a certain lease for space in the transmitter building
atop Mill Mountain for use for FM translator equipment, to Mel Wheeler, Inc., new owner
of WXLK-FM; adopted Res. No. 33332-042197.
Special Permits
85/346
04/21/97
A communication from Dennis A. Barbour, Attorney, representing CEBE
Investments, Inc., t/a WXLK-FM, requesting that the City of Roanoke permit CEBE
Investments to assign its rights under a certain lease for space in the transmitter building
atop Mill Mountain for use for FM translator equipment, to Mel Wheeler, Inc., new owner of
WXLK-FM; adopted Res. No. 33332-042197.
Streets and Alleys
85/394
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of Faison Realty Equities, Inc., and William
Hunt Staples, et al, to rezone a one acre and a 40.74 acre tract of land, containing 72 acres
bounded by Interstate 581, Wal-Mart, Round Hill Elementary School, Roanoke Area
Association for Retarded Children, Inc., and properties adjacent to Huff Lane, N. W.,
described as Official Tax Nos. 2250103 and 2250101, from LM, Light Manufacturing District,
and RS-3, Residential Single-Family District, to C-2, Gneral Commercial District, subject to
certain conditions proffered by the petitioners. James F. Douthat and T. L. Plunkett, Jr.,
Attorneys; adopted Ord. No. 33360 on first reading.
Leases
85/3460
04/21/97
A communication from Dennis A. Barbour, Attorney, representing CEBE
Investments, Inc., t/a WXLK-FM, requesting that the City of Roanoke permit CEBE
Investments to assign its rights under a certain lease for space in the transmitter building
atop Mill Mountain for use for FM translator equipment, to Mel Wheeler, Inc., new owner of
WXLK-FM; adopted Res. No. 33332-042197.
Air Rights
85/346
04/21/97
A communication from Dennis A. Barbour, Attorney, representing CEBE
Investments, Inc., t/a WXLK-FM, requesting that the City of Roanoke permit CEBE
Investments to assign its rights under a certain lease for space in the transmitter building
atop Mill Mountain for use for FM translator equipment, to Mel Wheeler, Inc., new owner of
WXLK-FM; adopted Res. No. 33332-042197.
Cable Television
85/346
04/21/97
A communication from Dennis A. Barbour, Attorney, representing CEBE
Investments, Inc., t/a WXLK-FM, requesting that the City of Roanoke permit CEBE
Investments to assign its rights under a certain lease for space in the transmitter building
atop Mill Mountain for use for FM translator equipment, to Mel Wheeler, Inc., new owner of
WXLK-FM; adopted Res. No. 33332-042197.
Equipment
85/346
04/21/97
A communication from Dennis A. Barbour, Attorney, representing CEBE
Investments, Inc., t/a WXLK-FM, requesting that the City of Roanoke permit CEBE
Investments to assign its rights under a certain lease for space in the transmitter building
atop Mill Mountain for use for FM translator equipment, to Mel Wheeler, Inc., new owner of
WXLK-FM; adopted Res. No. 33332-042197.
Budget
85/347
04/21/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $32,787.00 from the 1996-97 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Program fund, for purchase of instructional technology and facilities
equipment at Breckinridge Middle School, and fire supression kitchen equipment at
several schools; and appropriation of $71,073.00 for the 1998 Eisenhower Title II program
funds to provide for activities to improve the skills and knowledge of mathematics,
science and technology teachers; and a report of the Director of Finance recommending
that Council concur in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33333-042197.
CMERP
85/347
04/21/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $32,787.00 from the 1996-97 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Program fund, for purchase of instructional technology and facilities
equipment at Breckinridge Middle School, and fire supression kitchen equipment at several
schools; and appropriation of $71,073.00 for the 1998 Eisenhower Title II program funds to
provide for activities to improve the skills and knowledge of mathematics, science and
technology teachers; and a report of the Director of Finance recommending that Council
concur in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33333-042197.
Schools
85/347
04/21/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $32,787.00 from the 1996-97 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Program fund, for purchase of instructional technology and facilities
equipment at Breckinridge Middle School, and fire supression kitchen equipment at several
schools; and appropriation of $71,073.00 for the 1998 Eisenhower Title II program funds to
provide for activities to improve the skills and knowledge of mathematics, science and
technology teachers; and a report of the Director of Finance recommending that Council
concur in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33333-042197.
Equipment
85/347
04/21/97
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $32,787.00 from the 1996-97 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Program fund, for purchase of instructional technology and facilities
equipment at Breckinridge Middle School, and fire supression kitchen equipment at several
schools; and appropriation of $71,073.00 for the 1998 Eisenhower Title II program funds to
provide for activities to improve the skills and knowledge of mathematics, science and
technology teachers; and a report of the Director of Finance recommending that Council
concur in the request; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33333-042197.
Budget
85/348
04/21/97
A communication from Kit B. Kiser, Roanoke City Representative to the
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority, recommending approval of the Resource Authority's
annual budget for fiscal year 1997-98; adopted Res. No. 33334-042197.
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
85/348
04/21/97
A communication from Kit B. Kiser, Roanoke City Representative to the
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority, recommending approval of the Resource Authority's
annual budget for fiscal year 1997-98; adopted Res. No. 33334-042197.
Budget
85/349
04/21/97
A report with regard to the City's recommended Resource Allocation Plan for
fiscal year 1997-98; the fiscal year 1997-98 Resource Allocation Plan was referred to 1997-
98 budget study. The City Manager was authorized to advertise a public hearing to be
held on Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:10 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be
heard, on the question of implementation of a cellular telephone tax. The Mayor
requested that the Director of Finance provide figures on the amount of E-911 tax imposed
by other local governments in the Roanoke Valley.
Taxes
85/349
04/21/97
A report with regard to the City's recommended Resource Allocation Plan for
fiscal year 1997-98; the fiscal year 1997-98 Resource Allocation Plan was referred to 1997-98
budget study. The City Manager was authorized to advertise a public hearing to be held on
Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:10 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, on
the question of implementation of a cellular telephone tax. The Mayor requested that the
Director of Finance provide figures on the amount of E-911 tax imposed by other local
governments in the Roanoke Valley.
Emergency Medical Services
85/349
04/21/97
A report with regard to the City's recommended Resource Allocation Plan for
fiscal year 1997-98; the fiscal year 1997-98 Resource Allocation Plan was referred to 1997-98
budget study. The City Manager was authorized to advertise a public hearing to be held on
Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:10 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, on
the question of implementation of a cellular telephone tax. The Mayor requested that the
Director of Finance provide figures on the amount of E-911 tax imposed by other local
governments in the Roanoke Valley.
Telephone Equipment
85/349
04/21/97
A report with regard to the City's recommended Resource Allocation Plan for
fiscal year 1997-98; the fiscal year 1997-98 Resource Allocation Plan was referred to 1997-98
budget study. The City Manager was authorized to advertise a public hearing to be held on
Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:10 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, on
the question of implementation of a cellular telephone tax. The Mayor requested that the
Director of Finance provide figures on the amount of E-911 tax imposed by other local
governments in the Roanoke Valley.
Budget
85/350
04/21/97
A report recommending execution of a contract with Downtown Roanoke,
Inc., for management of the City Market; adopted Res. No. 33335-042197. (6-0, Council
Member Trout was out of the Council Chamber).
City Market
85/350
04/21/97
A report recommending execution of a contract with Downtown Roanoke,
Inc., for management of the City Market; adopted Res. No. 33335-042197. (6-0, Council
Member Trout was out of the Council Chamber).
Insurance
85/350
04/21/97
A report recommending execution of a contract with Downtown Roanoke,
Inc., for management of the City Market; adopted Res. No. 33335-042197. (6-0, Council
Member Trout was out of the Council Chamber).
Downtown Roanoke, Incorporated
85/350
04/21/97
A report recommending execution of a contract with Downtown Roanoke,
Inc., for management of the City Market; adopted Res. No. 33335-042197. (6-0, Council
Member Trout was out of the Council Chamber).
City Code
85/351
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a measure to repeal Chapter 11, Erosion
and Sediment Control, and to adopt a new Chapter 11.1, Erosion and Sediment Control, of
the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended; adopted Ord. No. 33336-042197.
Community Planning
85/351
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a measure to repeal Chapter 11, Erosion
and Sediment Control, and to adopt a new Chapter 11.1, Erosion and Sediment Control, of
the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended; adopted Ord. No. 33336-042197.
Erosion/Sediment Control
85/351
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a measure to repeal Chapter 11, Erosion
and Sediment Control, and to adopt a new Chapter 11.1, Erosion and Sediment Control, of
the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended; adopted Ord. No. 33336-042197.
Budget
85/353
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution requesting a $100,000.00
grant from the Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Board Flood Prevention and
Protection Assistance Fund for the purpose of matching City funding to complete digital
topographic and orthophoto mapping of the City of Roaonke; authorization to execute an
agreement with the Corps of Engineers to continue the mapping project if funding is
available; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33337-042197 (7-0) and Res. No. 33338-042197. (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the
Council Chamber).
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/353
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution requesting a $100,000.00
grant from the Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Board Flood Prevention and
Protection Assistance Fund for the purpose of matching City funding to complete digital
topographic and orthophoto mapping of the City of Roaonke; authorization to execute an
agreement with the Corps of Engineers to continue the mapping project if funding is
available; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33337-042197 (7-0) and Res. No. 33338-042197. (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council
Chamber).
Maps
85/353
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution requesting a $100,000.00
grant from the Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Board Flood Prevention and
Protection Assistance Fund for the purpose of matching City funding to complete digital
topographic and orthophoto mapping of the City of Roaonke; authorization to execute an
agreement with the Corps of Engineers to continue the mapping project if funding is
available; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33337-042197 (7-0) and Res. No. 33338-042197. (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council
Chamber).
Grants
85/353
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution requesting a $100,000.00
grant from the Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Board Flood Prevention and
Protection Assistance Fund for the purpose of matching City funding to complete digital
topographic and orthophoto mapping of the City of Roaonke; authorization to execute an
agreement with the Corps of Engineers to continue the mapping project if funding is
available; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33337-042197 (7-0) and Res. No. 33338-042197. (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council
Chamber).
Flood Reduction/Control
85/353
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution requesting a $100,000.00
grant from the Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Board Flood Prevention and
Protection Assistance Fund for the purpose of matching City funding to complete digital
topographic and orthophoto mapping of the City of Roaonke; authorization to execute an
agreement with the Corps of Engineers to continue the mapping project if funding is
available; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33337-042197 (7-0) and Res. No. 33338-042197. (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council
Chamber).
Soil Conservation
85/353
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution requesting a $100,000.00
grant from the Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Board Flood Prevention and
Protection Assistance Fund for the purpose of matching City funding to complete digital
topographic and orthophoto mapping of the City of Roaonke; authorization to execute an
agreement with the Corps of Engineers to continue the mapping project if funding is
available; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33337-042197 (7-0) and Res. No. 33338-042197. (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council
Chamber).
City Mapping Program
85/353
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution requesting a $100,000.00
grant from the Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Board Flood Prevention and
Protection Assistance Fund for the purpose of matching City funding to complete digital
topographic and orthophoto mapping of the City of Roaonke; authorization to execute an
agreement with the Corps of Engineers to continue the mapping project if funding is
available; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33337-042197 (7-0) and Res. No. 33338-042197. (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council
Chamber).
Water Resources
85/353
04/21/97
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution requesting a $100,000.00
grant from the Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Board Flood Prevention and
Protection Assistance Fund for the purpose of matching City funding to complete digital
topographic and orthophoto mapping of the City of Roaonke; authorization to execute an
agreement with the Corps of Engineers to continue the mapping project if funding is
available; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33337-042197 (7-0) and Res. No. 33338-042197. (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council
Chamber).
Budget
85/356
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of $53,000.00 of proceeds from the sale
of 1996 bonds into a Capital Projects Fund account for Kirk Avenue Improvements
between Jefferson Street and Market Street; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33339-042197. (6-0,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber).
Bonds/Bond Issues
85/356
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of $53,000.00 of proceeds from the sale
of 1996 bonds into a Capital Projects Fund account for Kirk Avenue Improvements
between Jefferson Street and Market Street; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33339-042197. (6-0,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber).
Captial Improvements Program
85/356
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of $53,000.00 of proceeds from the sale
of 1996 bonds into a Capital Projects Fund account for Kirk Avenue Improvements
between Jefferson Street and Market Street; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33339-042197. (6-0,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber).
Downtown Roanoke, Incorporated
85/356
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of $53,000.00 of proceeds from the sale
of 1996 bonds into a Capital Projects Fund account for Kirk Avenue Improvements
between Jefferson Street and Market Street; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33339-042197. (6-0,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber).
Streets and Alleys
85/356
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of $53,000.00 of proceeds from the sale
of 1996 bonds into a Capital Projects Fund account for Kirk Avenue Improvements
between Jefferson Street and Market Street; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33339-042197. (6-0,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber).
Bridges
85/356
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of $53,000.00 of proceeds from the sale
of 1996 bonds into a Capital Projects Fund account for Kirk Avenue Improvements
between Jefferson Street and Market Street; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33339-042197. (6-0,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber).
Budget
85/358
04/21/97
A report recommending award of a contract to Custom Rigging Systems, Inc.,
in the total amount of $98,027.00, for renovations to the Roanoke Civic Center rigging
system; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33340-
042197 (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber) and Ord. No. 33341-042197.
Roanoke Civic Center
85/358
04/21/97
A report recommending award of a contract to Custom Rigging Systems, Inc.,
in the total amount of $98,027.00, for renovations to the Roanoke Civic Center rigging
system; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33340-042197 (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber) and Ord. No.
33341-042197.
CMERP
85/358
04/21/97
A report recommending award of a contract to Custom Rigging Systems, Inc.,
in the total amount of $98,027.00, for renovations to the Roanoke Civic Center rigging
system; and transfer of funds in connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33340-042197 (6-0, Vice-Mayor Wyatt was out of the Council Chamber) and Ord. No.
33341-042197.
Deceased Persons
85/367
04/21/97
A Resolution memorializing the late Revered Dr. Alfred S. Prunty; adopted
Res. No. 33348-042197.
Budget
85/359
04/21/97
A report recommending the purchase of certain refuse collection equipment
from Virginia Truck Center, Inc., in the amount of $84,312.00, and Cavalier Equipment
Corporation, in the amount of $37,500.00; and transfer and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33342-042197 and Res. No. 33343-042197. (6-
0, Mayor Bowers abstainted from voting).
Refuse Collection
85/359
04/21/97
A report recommending the purchase of certain refuse collection equipment
from Virginia Truck Center, Inc., in the amount of $84,312.00, and Cavalier Equipment
Corporation, in the amount of $37,500.00; and transfer and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33342-042197 and Res. No. 33343-042197. (6-
0,
Mayor Bowers abstainted from voting).
CMERP
85/359
04/21/97
A report recommending the purchase of certain refuse collection equipment
from Virginia Truck Center, Inc., in the amount of $84,312.00, and Cavalier Equipment
Corporation, in the amount of $37,500.00; and transfer and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33342-042197 and Res. No. 33343-042197. (6-
0,
Mayor Bowers abstainted from voting).
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/359
04/21/97
A report recommending the purchase of certain refuse collection equipment
from Virginia Truck Center, Inc., in the amount of $84,312.00, and Cavalier Equipment
Corporation, in the amount of $37,500.00; and transfer and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33342-042197 and Res. No. 33343-042197. (6-
0,
Mayor Bowers abstainted from voting).
Equipment
85/359
04/21/97
A report recommending the purchase of certain refuse collection equipment
from Virginia Truck Center, Inc., in the amount of $84,312.00, and Cavalier Equipment
Corporation, in the amount of $37,500.00; and transfer and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33342-042197 and Res. No. 33343-042197. (6-
0,
Mayor Bowers abstainted from voting).
Budget
85/361
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program to provide for replacement of certain vehicular
equipment; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33344-042197.
Police Department
85/361
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program to provide for replacement of certain vehicular
equipment; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33344-042197.
Traffic
85/361
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program to provide for replacement of certain vehicular
equipment; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33344-042197.
CMERP
85/361
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program to provide for replacement of certain vehicular
equipment; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33344-042197.
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/361
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program to provide for replacement of certain vehicular
equipment; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33344-042197.
Equipment
85/361
04/21/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program to provide for replacement of certain vehicular
equipment; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33344-042197.
City Code
85/362
04/21/97
A report with regard to establishing an amended schedule for election of
School Board trustees and public hearings relating thereto; adopted Ord. No. 33345-042197.
Council
85/362
04/21/97
A report with regard to establishing an amended schedule for election of
School Board trustees and public hearings relating thereto; adopted Ord. No. 33345-042197.
Newspapers
85/362
04/21/97
A report with regard to establishing an amended schedule for election of
School Board trustees and public hearings relating thereto; adopted Ord. No. 33345-042197.
Schools
85/362
04/21/97
A report with regard to establishing an amended schedule for election of
School Board trustees and public hearings relating thereto; adopted Ord. No. 33345-042197.
City Employees
85/363
04/21/97
A report with regard to cost savings realized by City Council's creation of a
new half-time Assistant City Attorney position dedicated to representation of the
Department of Social Services.
Human Development
85/363
04/21/97
A report with regard to cost savings realized by City Council's creation of a
new half-time Assistant City Attorney position dedicated to representation of the Department
of Social Services.
City Attorney
85/363
04/21/97
A report with regard to cost savings realized by City Council's creation of a
new half-time Assistant City Attorney position dedicated to representation of the Department
of Social Services.
Budget
85/364
04/21/97
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a lump sum contract
to Crowder Construction Company of Charlotte, N. S., in the amount of $1,865,800.00, for
construction of the Tinker Creek Interceptor Connection to the Water Pollution Control
Plant; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33346-042197 and Ord. No. 33347-042197.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/364
04/21/97
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a lump sum contract
to Crowder Construction Company of Charlotte, N. S., in the amount of $1,865,800.00, for
construction of the Tinker Creek Interceptor Connection to the Water Pollution Control
Plant; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33346-042197 and Ord. No. 33347-042197.
Capital Improvements Program
85/364
04/21/97
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a lump sum contract
to Crowder Construction Company of Charlotte, N. S., in the amount of $1,865,800.00, for
construction of the Tinker Creek Interceptor Connection to the Water Pollution Control
Plant; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33346-042197 and Ord. No. 33347-042197.
Airport
85/366
04/21/97
A report of the City Planning Commission with regard to a study on the future
of transportation in Western and Southwestern Virginia. Gilber E. Butler, Temporary
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation of the City Planning Commission.
Traffic
85/366
04/21/97
A report of the City Planning Commission with regard to a study on the future
of transportation in Western and Southwestern Virginia. Gilber E. Butler, Temporary
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation of the City Planning Commission.
State Highways
85/366
04/21/97
A report of the City Planning Commission with regard to a study on the future
of transportation in Western and Southwestern Virginia. Gilber E. Butler, Temporary
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation of the City Planning Commission.
Regional Chamber of Commerce
85/366
04/21/97
A report of the City Planning Commission with regard to a study on the future
of transportation in Western and Southwestern Virginia. Gilber E. Butler, Temporary
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation of the City Planning Commission.
Community Planning
85/366
04/21/97
A report of the City Planning Commission with regard to a study on the future
of transportation in Western and Southwestern Virginia. Gilber E. Butler, Temporary
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation of the City Planning Commission.
Grants
85/366
04/21/97
A report of the City Planning Commission with regard to a study on the future
of transportation in Western and Southwestern Virginia. Gilber E. Butler, Temporary
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation of the City Planning Commission.
Transportation Safety
85/366
04/21/97
A report of the City Planning Commission with regard to a study on the future
of transportation in Western and Southwestern Virginia. Gilber E. Butler, Temporary
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation of the City Planning Commission.
Fifth Planning District Commission
85/366
04/21/97
A report of the City Planning Commission with regard to a study on the future
of transportation in Western and Southwestern Virginia. Gilber E. Butler, Temporary
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation of the City Planning Commission.
Greenway System
85/366
04/21/97
A report of the City Planning Commission with regard to a study on the future
of transportation in Western and Southwestern Virginia. Gilber E. Butler, Temporary
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation of the City Planning Commission.
Proclamations
85/372
04/21/97
Proclamation declaring Thursday, May 1, 1997 as Epsilon Sigma Alpha
International Day.
Council
85/367
04/21/97
A Resolution memorializing the late Revered Dr. Alfred S. Prunty; adopted
Res. No. 33348-042197.
Housing/Authority
85/367
04/21/97
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m., on Monday, May 5, 1997;
adopted Res. No. 33349-042197.
Council
85/367
04/21/97
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m., on Monday, May 5, 1997;
adopted Res. No. 33349-042197.
Budget
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 12, 1997, at 6:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of adopting the proposed
annual budget for the City of Roanoke for fiscal year 1997-98 and related matters, and for
the election of three School Board Trustees for three three-year terms of office
commencing July 1, 1997; adopted Res. No. 33350-042197.
Taxes
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 12, 1997, at 6:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of adopting the proposed
annual budget for the City of Roanoke for fiscal year 1997-98 and related matters, and for
the election of three School Board Trustees for three three-year terms of office
commencing July 1, 1997; adopted Res. No. 33350-042197.
Council
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 12, 1997, at 6:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of adopting the proposed
annual budget for the City of Roanoke for fiscal year 1997-98 and related matters, and for
the election of three School Board Trustees for three three-year terms of office
commencing July 1, 1997; adopted Res. No. 33350-042197.
Schools
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 12, 1997, at 6:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of adopting the proposed
annual budget for the City of Roanoke for fiscal year 1997-98 and related matters, and for
the election of three School Board Trustees for three three-year terms of office
commencing July 1, 1997; adopted Res. No. 33350-042197.
Budget
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of holding a public hearing
on the General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 1997-98, proposed tax increases and the
Annual Update to HUD's Consolidated Plan; adopted Res. No. 33351-042197.
Taxes
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of holding a public hearing
on the General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 1997-98, proposed tax increases and the Annual
Update to HUD's Consolidated Plan; adopted Res. No. 33351-042197.
Council
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of holding a public hearing
on the General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 1997-98, proposed tax increases and the Annual
Update to HUD's Consolidated Plan; adopted Res. No. 33351-042197.
Housing/Authority
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of holding a public hearing
on the General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 1997-98, proposed tax increases and the Annual
Update to HUD's Consolidated Plan; adopted Res. No. 33351-042197.
Grants
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of holding a public hearing
on the General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 1997-98, proposed tax increases and the Annual
Update to HUD's Consolidated Plan; adopted Res. No. 33351-042197.
Community Planning
85/368
04/21/97
A Resolution establishing Monday, May 5, 1997, at 7:00 p.m., as a special
meeting of the Council of the City of Roanoke for the purpose of holding a public hearing
on the General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 1997-98, proposed tax increases and the Annual
Update to HUD's Consolidated Plan; adopted Res. No. 33351-042197.
Parks and Recreation
85/369
04/21/97
Council Member Harris commended Sheriff Hudson for providing the services
of inmates from the Roanoke City Jail to assist with cleanup efforts in the City's parks and
recreation facilities. Council Member White expressed concern as to how the City's parks
and recreation system reached the point where such cleanup/repairs are necessary, and
requested a status report from the City Manager.
City Jail
85/369
04/21/97
Council Member Harris commended Sheriff Hudson for providing the services
of inmates from the Roanoke City Jail to assist with cleanup efforts in the City's parks and
recreation facilities. Council Member White expressed concern as to how the City's parks
and recreation system reached the point where such cleanup/repairs are necessary, and
requested a status report from the City Manager.
City Sheriff
85/369
04/21/97
Council Member Harris commended Sheriff Hudson for providing the services
of inmates from the Roanoke City Jail to assist with cleanup efforts in the City's parks and
recreation facilities. Council Member White expressed concern as to how the City's parks
and recreation system reached the point where such cleanup/repairs are necessary, and
requested a status report from the City Manager.
Council
85/369
04/21/97
Council Member Harris commended Sheriff Hudson for providing the services
of inmates from the Roanoke City Jail to assist with cleanup efforts in the City's parks and
recreation facilities. Council Member White expressed concern as to how the City's parks
and recreation system reached the point where such cleanup/repairs are necessary, and
requested a status report from the City Manager.
Budget
85/369
04/21/97
Council Member Harris inquired about the status of the City's Visioning
Workshops; whereupon, the Vice-Mayor advised that work will resume on the project
following adoption of the fiscal year 1997-98 budget in mid-May.
Council
85/369
04/21/97
Council Member Harris inquired about the status of the City's Visioning
Workshops; whereupon, the Vice-Mayor advised that work will resume on the project
following adoption of the fiscal year 1997-98 budget in mid-May.
Vision Statement
85/369
04/21/97
Council Member Harris inquired about the status of the City's Visioning
Workshops; whereupon, the Vice-Mayor advised that work will resume on the project
following adoption of the fiscal year 1997-98 budget in mid-May.
City Employees
85/369
04/21/97
Council Member Swain advised that there is a perceptio by some City
employees that qualified African-American employees are not promoted to higher paying
City jobs. He further advised that the City needs to develop a strong in-house training
program for its employees. The remarks were referred to the City Manager.
Oaths of Office
85/370
04/21/97
Dolores Y. Johns was appointed as a member of the Blue Ridge Community
Services Board of Directors to fill the unexpired term of Onzlee Ware, resigned, ending
December 31, 1998.
Committees
85/370
04/21/97
Dolores Y. Johns was appointed as a member of the Blue Ridge Community
Services Board of Directors to fill the unexpired term of Onzlee Ware, resigned, ending
December 31, 1998.
Mental Health Services
85/370
04/21/97
Dolores Y. Johns was appointed as a member of the Blue Ridge Community
Services Board of Directors to fill the unexpired term of Onzlee Ware, resigned, ending
December 31, 1998.
Blue Ridge Community Services
85/370
04/21/97
Dolores Y. Johns was appointed as a member of the Blue Ridge Community
Services Board of Directors to fill the unexpired term of Onzlee Ware, resigned, ending
December 31, 1998.
Oaths of Office
85/370
04/21/97
Delvis O. McCadden was appointed as member of the Roanoke Valley
Greenways Commission for a term of two years ending April 30, 1999; and Lucy Ellett was
appointed as a member of the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission for a term of three
years ending April 30, 2000.
Committees
85/370
04/21/97
Delvis O. McCadden was appointed as member of the Roanoke Valley
Greenways Commission for a term of two years ending April 30, 1999; and Lucy Ellett was
appointed as a member of the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission for a term of three
years ending April 30, 2000.
Greenway System
85/370
04/21/97
Delvis O. McCadden was appointed as member of the Roanoke Valley
Greenways Commission for a term of two years ending April 30, 1999; and Lucy Ellett was
appointed as a member of the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission for a term of three
years ending April 30, 2000.
Virginia Municipal League
85/371
04/21/97
The following persons were nominated for appointment to the Virginia
Municipal League Policy Committees: Community and Economic Development and Public
Safety - James O. Trout; Environmental Quality - Kit B. Kiser; Finance - James D. Grisso;
General Government - C. Nelson Harris; Human Development and Education - Linda F.
Wyatt; Transportation - Carroll E. Swain.
Council
85/371
04/21/97
The following persons were nominated for appointment to the Virginia
Municipal League Policy Committees: Community and Economic Development and Public
Safety - James O. Trout; Environmental Quality - Kit B. Kiser; Finance - James D. Grisso;
General Government - C. Nelson Harris; Human Development and Education - Linda F.
Wyatt; Transportation - Carroll E. Swain.
Community Planning
85/389
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City Planning Commission for an
endorsement to the Roanoke Valley Conceptual Greenways Plan, and amendment to the
Official Comprehensive Plan for Roanoke, an element of Roanoke Vision to include such
plan. John R. Marlles, Agent, City Planning Commission; adopted Res. No. 33357-042197.
Greenway System
85/389
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City Planning Commission for an
endorsement to the Roanoke Valley Conceptual Greenways Plan, and amendment to the
Official Comprehensive Plan for Roanoke, an element of Roanoke Vision to include such
plan. John R. Marlles, Agent, City Planning Commission; adopted Res. No. 33357-042197.
Churches
85/390
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke to permanently vacate,
discontinue and close a certain portion of First Street, N. W., situated between its
intersectio with Wells Avenue, N. W., and its intersection with Gilmer Avenue, N. W., and
a certain section of the Second Street/Gainsboro Road right-of-way adjacent to First
Baptist Church on North Jefferson Street. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; adopted Ord.
No. 33358 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member White was out of the Council Chamber.)
Streets and Alleys
85/390
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke to permanently vacate,
discontinue and close a certain portion of First Street, N. W., situated between its
intersectio with Wells Avenue, N. W., and its intersection with Gilmer Avenue, N. W., and a
certain section of the Second Street/Gainsboro Road right-of-way adjacent to First Baptist
Church on North Jefferson Street. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; adopted Ord. No. 33358
on first reading. (6-0, Council Member White was out of the Council Chamber.)
City Code
85/379
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of The Daum Charitable Remainder Unitrust for
amendment to Section 36.1-690(h), General Authority and Procedure, of Chapter 36.1,
Zoning, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, such amendment to
provide for the rezoning of land less than two (2) acres to include the CN District, in order
to increase development opportunities. Conrad H. Daum, Spokesperson; adopted Ord.
No. 33352-042197.
Zoning
85/3790
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of The Daum Charitable Remainder Unitrust for
amendment to Section 36.1-690(h), General Authority and Procedure, of Chapter 36.1,
Zoning, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, such amendment to provide
for the rezoning of land less than two (2) acres to include the CN District, in order to
increase development opportunities. Conrad H. Daum, Spokesperson; adopted Ord. No.
33352-042197.
Streets and Alleys
85/381
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of Martin Brothers Contractors, Inc., to
permanently vacate, discontinue and close a portion of 22nd Street, S. W., extending from
Patterson Avenue in a northerly direction to the point that 22nd Street was closed,
pursuant to Ordinance No. 11803 adopted by the Council of the City of Roanoke on May 15,
1953; and a certain alley extending in an east/west direction between 22nd and 23rd
Streets, S. W., located in the middle of Block 54, Map of West End and Riverview. Edward
A. Natt, Attorney; adopted Ord. No. 33353 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member Parrott
abstained from voting).
Zoning
85/383
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of Martin Brothers Contractors, Inc., to rezone a
tract of land located on the north side of Patterson Avenue, between 22nd and 23rd
Streets, S. W., described as Official Tax Nos. 1312411 - 1312416, inclusive, from HM, Heavy
Manufacturing District, to LM, Light Manufacturing District. Edward A. Natt, Attorney;
adopted Ord. No. 33354 on first reading. (6-0, Council Member Parrott abstained from
voting.)
Zoning
85/385
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of Springwood Associates for amendment to
the proffered conditions for rezoning of a certain 13.81-acre tract of land located on the
north end of Griffin Road, adjacent to the east side of Franklin Road, S. W., and U. S.
Route 220, identified as Official Tax No. 5480712, previously approved by the Council of
the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Ordinance No. 32867-040196 adopted on April 1, 1996.
Edward A. Natt, Attorney; adopted Ord. No. 33355 on first reading.
Streets and Alleys
85/385
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of Springwood Associates for amendment to
the proffered conditions for rezoning of a certain 13.81-acre tract of land located on the
north end of Griffin Road, adjacent to the east side of Franklin Road, S. W., and U. S. Route
220, identified as Official Tax No. 5480712, previously approved by the Council of the City
of Roanoke, pursuant to Ordinance No. 32867-040196 adopted on April 1, 1996. Edward A.
Natt, Attorney; adopted Ord. No. 33355 on first reading.
Zoning
85/386
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke for amendment to the
Housing and Historic and Cultural Resources components of the Official Comprehensive
Plan for the City of Roanoke, an element of Roanoke Vision, to recognize the following
conservation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Belmont, Gainsboro,
Gilmer, Harrison, Highland Park, and Hurt Park; and to recognize the following
rehabilitation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Fallon Park,
Kenwood, Loudon, Melrose, and Morningside. John R. Marlles, Agent, City Planning
Commission; adopted Res. No. 33356-042197.
Housing/Authority
85/386
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke for amendment to the
Housing and Historic and Cultural Resources components of the Official Comprehensive
Plan for the City of Roanoke, an element of Roanoke Vision, to recognize the following
conservation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Belmont, Gainsboro,
Gilmer, Harrison, Highland Park, and Hurt Park; and to recognize the following
rehabilitation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Fallon Park,
Kenwood, Loudon, Melrose, and Morningside. John R. Marlles, Agent, City Planning
Commission; adopted Res. No. 33356-042197.
City Planning
85/386
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke for amendment to the
Housing and Historic and Cultural Resources components of the Official Comprehensive
Plan for the City of Roanoke, an element of Roanoke Vision, to recognize the following
conservation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Belmont, Gainsboro,
Gilmer, Harrison, Highland Park, and Hurt Park; and to recognize the following
rehabilitation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Fallon Park,
Kenwood, Loudon, Melrose, and Morningside. John R. Marlles, Agent, City Planning
Commission; adopted Res. No. 33356-042197.
Landmarks/Historic Preservation
85/386
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke for amendment to the
Housing and Historic and Cultural Resources components of the Official Comprehensive
Plan for the City of Roanoke, an element of Roanoke Vision, to recognize the following
conservation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Belmont, Gainsboro,
Gilmer, Harrison, Highland Park, and Hurt Park; and to recognize the following
rehabilitation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Fallon Park,
Kenwood, Loudon, Melrose, and Morningside. John R. Marlles, Agent, City Planning
Commission; adopted Res. No. 33356-042197.
Ronaoke Neighborhood Partnership
85/386
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke for amendment to the
Housing and Historic and Cultural Resources components of the Official Comprehensive
Plan for the City of Roanoke, an element of Roanoke Vision, to recognize the following
conservation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Belmont, Gainsboro,
Gilmer, Harrison, Highland Park, and Hurt Park; and to recognize the following
rehabilitation district neighborhoods as having unique architectural value or historic value
and to consider same for neighborhood design district designation: Fallon Park,
Kenwood, Loudon, Melrose, and Morningside. John R. Marlles, Agent, City Planning
Commission; adopted Res. No. 33356-042197.
Water Resources
85/392
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke for a proposed
amendment to the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, by adding a new
Chapter 11.2, Storm Water Management, to provide for the regulation and management of
storm water runoff from all lands and properties within the City; adopted Ord. No.
33359-042197.
Zoning
85/394
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of Faison Realty Equities, Inc., and William
Hunt Staples, et al, to rezone a one acre and a 40.74 acre tract of land, containing 72
acres bounded by Interstate 581, Wal-Mart, Round Hill Elementary School, Roanoke Area
Association for Retarded Children, Inc., and properties adjacent to Huff Lane, N. W.,
described as Official Tax Nos. 2250103 and 2250101, from LM, Light Manufacturing District,
and RS-3, Residential Single-Family District, to C-2, Gneral Commercial District, subject to
certain conditions proffered by the petitioners. James F. Douthat and T. L. Plunkett, Jr.,
Attorneys; adopted Ord. No. 33360 on first reading.
State Highways
85/394
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of Faison Realty Equities, Inc., and William
Hunt Staples, et al, to rezone a one acre and a 40.74 acre tract of land, containing 72 acres
bounded by Interstate 581, Wal-Mart, Round Hill Elementary School, Roanoke Area
Association for Retarded Children, Inc., and properties adjacent to Huff Lane, N. W.,
described as Official Tax Nos. 2250103 and 2250101, from LM, Light Manufacturing District,
and RS-3, Residential Single-Family District, to C-2, Gneral Commercial District, subject to
certain conditions proffered by the petitioners. James F. Douthat and T. L. Plunkett, Jr.,
Attorneys; adopted Ord. No. 33360 on first reading.
Schools
85/394
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of Faison Realty Equities, Inc., and William
Hunt Staples, et al, to rezone a one acre and a 40.74 acre tract of land, containing 72 acres
bounded by Interstate 581, Wal-Mart, Round Hill Elementary School, Roanoke Area
Association for Retarded Children, Inc., and properties adjacent to Huff Lane, N. W.,
described as Official Tax Nos. 2250103 and 2250101, from LM, Light Manufacturing District,
and RS-3, Residential Single-Family District, to C-2, Gneral Commercial District, subject to
certain conditions proffered by the petitioners. James F. Douthat and T. L. Plunkett, Jr.,
Attorneys; adopted Ord. No. 33360 on first reading.
City Code
85/392
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke for a proposed
amendment to the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, by adding a new
Chapter 11.2, Storm Water Management, to provide for the regulation and management of
storm water runoff from all lands and properties within the City; adopted Ord. No. 33359-
042197.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/392
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke for a proposed
amendment to the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, by adding a new
Chapter 11.2, Storm Water Management, to provide for the regulation and management of
storm water runoff from all lands and properties within the City; adopted Ord. No.
33359-042197.
Soil Conservation
85/392
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke for a proposed
amendment to the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, by adding a new
Chapter 11.2, Storm Water Management, to provide for the regulation and management of
storm water runoff from all lands and properties within the City; adopted Ord. No.
33359-042197.
Railside Linear Walk
85/405
04/21/97
A report with regard to the Roanoke Railwalk and Virginia Museum of
Transportation upgrade; received and filed.
Zoning
85/403
04/21/97
Public hearing on the request of Roanoke Area Association for Retarded
Children, Inc., to rezone a 8.769 acre tract of land located on the west side of Oakland
Boulevard, N .W., described as Official Tax No. 2250105, from RS-3, Residential Single
Family District, to C-2, General Commercial District, subject to certain conditions proffered
by the petitioner. Edward A. Natt, Attorney; adopted Ord. No. 33361 on first reading.
Virginia Transportation Museum
85/405
04/21/97
A report with regard to the Roanoke Railwalk and Virginia Museum of
Transportation upgrade; received and filed.
Schools
85/408
04/24/97
Council held public interviews with six candidates for the position of School
Board Trustee on Thursday, April 24, 1997; The candidates were as follows: Sherrie M.
Boone, F. B. Webster Day, Marsha W. Ellison, Joann Hamidullah, Sherman P. Lea, Michael
L. Ramsey.
Human Development
85/456
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds to correct a deficit in the
Subsidized Adoption, Special Needs and IV-E programs, to continue provision of subsidies
to families adopting children with special needs; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33369-050597.
Tourism
85/443
05/05/97
Proclamation designating the month of May 1997 as Virginia Heritage Tourism
Weeks.
Youth
85/456
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds to correct a deficit in the
Subsidized Adoption, Special Needs and IV-E programs, to continue provision of subsidies
to families adopting children with special needs; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33369-050597.
Streets and Alleys
85/467
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33353 on second reading, permanently vacating, discontinuing
and closing a portion of 22nd Street, S. W., extending from Patterson Avenue in a
northerly direction to the point that 22nd Street was closed, pursuant to Ord. No. 11803
adopted by the Council of the City of Roanoke on May 15, 1953; and a certain alley
extending in an east/west direction between 22nd and 23rd Streets, S. W., located in the
middle Block 54, Map of West End and Riverview; adopted Ord. No. 33353-050597.
Grants
85/456
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds to correct a deficit in the
Subsidized Adoption, Special Needs and IV-E programs, to continue provision of subsidies
to families adopting children with special needs; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33369-050597.
Roanoke City Boxing Association
85/443
05/05/97
Recognition of 1997 Roanoke City Boxing Association Championship
achievements. Mayor David A. Bowers and James O. Trout, Chairperson, Board of
Directors, Roanoke City Boxing Association.
Proclamations
85/443
05/05/97
Proclamation designating the month of May 1997 as Virginia Heritage Tourism
Weeks.
Schools
85/470
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33360 on second reading, rezoning a one acre and a 40.74
acre tract of land, containing 72 acres bounded by Interstate 581, Wal-Mart, Round Hill
Elementary School, Roanoke Area Association for Retarded Children, Inc., and properties
adjacent to Huff Lane, N. W., described as Official Tax Nos. 2250103 and 2250101, from LM,
Light Manufacturing District, and RS-3, Residential Single-Family District, to C-2, General
Commercial District, subject to certain conditions proffered by the petitioners; adopted Ord.
No. 33360-050597. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no).
Landmarks/Historic Preservation
85/443
05/05/97
Presentation with regard to local preservation efforts. Dr. John Kern,
Director, Roanoke Regional Preservation Office; D. Kent Chrisman, President-Elect,
Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation; and Whitney H. Feldmann, Governmental
Relations Committee, Spokespersons; remarks received and filed.
Schools
85/444
05/05/97
Public hearing to receive the views of citizens regarding appointment of
Roanoke City School Board Trustees. Candidates for School Board Trustee positions are:
Sherrie M. Boone, F. B. Webster Day, Marsha W. Ellison, Joann Hamidullah, Sherman P.
Lea, and Michael L. Ramsey.
Streets and Alleys
85/448
05/05/97
A report of the City Manager recommending authorization to file all necessary
applications on behalf of the City to permanently alter by closure, Ferdinand Avenue, S.
W., between Elm Avenue and Mountain Avenue, and to alter other street locations in said
area; concurred in recommendation.
Oaths of Office
85/448
05/05/97
A communication from Michael A. Grant tendering his resignation as a
member of the Blue Ridge Community Services Board of Directors, effective immediately;
received and filed the communication and accepted the resignation.
Committees
85/448
05/05/97
A communication from Michael A. Grant tendering his resignation as a
member of the Blue Ridge Community Services Board of Directors, effective immediately;
received and filed the communication and accepted the resignation.
Mental Health Services
85/448
05/05/97
A communication from Michael A. Grant tendering his resignation as a
member of the Blue Ridge Community Services Board of Directors, effective immediately;
received and filed the communication and accepted the resignation.
Blue Ridge Community Services
85/448
05/05/97
A communication from Michael A. Grant tendering his resignation as a
member of the Blue Ridge Community Services Board of Directors, effective immediately;
received and filed the communication and accepted the resignation.
Budget
85/449
05/05/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers with regard to consideration of
a salary increase for the Mayor and Members of City Council; referred to fiscal year 1997-
98 budget study.
Council
85/449
05/05/97
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers with regard to consideration of
a salary increase for the Mayor and Members of City Council; referred to fiscal year 1997-98
budget study.
Oaths of Office
85/449
05/05/97
Qualification of G. David Nixon as a member of the Fair Housing Board for a
term ending March 31, 2000; received and filed.
Committees
85/449
05/05/97
Qualification of G. David Nixon as a member of the Fair Housing Board for a
term ending March 31, 2000; received and filed.
Housing/Authority
85/449
05/05/97
Qualification of G. David Nixon as a member of the Fair Housing Board for a
term ending March 31, 2000; received and filed.
Oaths of Office
85/449
05/05/97
Qualification of Basil Owens, Jr., as a member of the Roanoke Public Library
Board to fill the unexpired term of Mary C. Maier, resigned, ending June 30, 1998;
received and filed.
Committees
85/449
05/05/97
Qualification of Basil Owens, Jr., as a member of the Roanoke Public Library
Board to fill the unexpired term of Mary C. Maier, resigned, ending June 30, 1998;
received and filed.
Libraries
85/449
05/05/97
Qualification of Basil Owens, Jr., as a member of the Roanoke Public Library
Board to fill the unexpired term of Mary C. Maier, resigned, ending June 30, 1998;
received and filed.
Regional Chamber of Commerce
85/450
05/05/97
A report recommending execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Community
Development Block Grant Subgrant Agreement with the Roanoke Regional Chamber of
Commerce for a Small Business Incubator; adopted Res. No. 33364-050597; Council
Member Swain inquired as to the level of assistance to minority and female participants
under the program; whereupon, the City Manager advised that a response will be
provided to the Members of Council.
Grants
85/450
05/05/97
A report recommending execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Community
Development Block Grant Subgrant Agreement with the Roanoke Regional Chamber of
Commerce for a Small Business Incubator; adopted Res. No. 33364-050597; Council Member
Swain inquired as to the level of assistance to minority and female participants under the
program; whereupon, the City Manager advised that a response will be provided to the
Members of Council.
Business Incubators
85/450
05/05/97
A report recommending execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Community
Development Block Grant Subgrant Agreement with the Roanoke Regional Chamber of
Commerce for a Small Business Incubator; adopted Res. No. 33364-050597; Council Member
Swain inquired as to the level of assistance to minority and female participants under the
program; whereupon, the City Manager advised that a response will be provided to the
Members of Council.
Budget
85/452
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds in connection with
construction of the Hunter Viaduct Bridge project; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33365-050597.
Bridges
85/452
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds in connection with
construction of the Hunter Viaduct Bridge project; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33365-050597.
Capital Improvements Program
85/452
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds in connection with
construction of the Hunter Viaduct Bridge project; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33365-050597.
Hunter Viaduct
85/452
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds in connection with
construction of the Hunter Viaduct Bridge project; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33365-050597.
Refuse Collection
85/453
05/05/97
A report with regard to purchase of used automated refuse trucks for use by
the Solid Waster Management Department; adopted Res. No. 33366-050597.
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/453
05/05/97
report with regard to purchase of used automated refuse trucks for use by the
Solid Waster Management Department; adopted Res. No. 33366-050597.
Youth
85/454
05/05/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Tracking Systems
Corporation for providing electronic monitoring equipment and services in connection
with the City's Outreach Detention House Arrest Electronic Monitoring Program; adopted
Res. No. 33367-050597.
Youth Correctional Facilities
85/454
05/05/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Tracking Systems
Corporation for providing electronic monitoring equipment and services in connection with
the City's Outreach Detention House Arrest Electronic Monitoring Program; adopted Res.
No. 33367-050597.
Equipment
85/454
05/05/97
A report recommending execution of an agreement with Tracking Systems
Corporation for providing electronic monitoring equipment and services in connection with
the City's Outreach Detention House Arrest Electronic Monitoring Program; adopted Res.
No. 33367-050597.
Budget
85/455
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds to correct a deficit in the
Foster Care Program AFDC-FC; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33368-050597.
Human Development
85/455
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds to correct a deficit in the
Foster Care Program AFDC-FC; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33368-050597.
Budget
85/456
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of funds to correct a deficit in the
Subsidized Adoption, Special Needs and IV-E programs, to continue provision of subsidies
to families adopting children with special needs; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33369-050597.
City Property
85/463
05/05/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that Council take
no action to authorize a conditional permit to the property owners at 402 Willow Oak
Drive, S. W., in connection with a request to construct a brick wall encroaching
approximately eight feet into the right-of-way of River Birch Lane, S. W. Vice-Mayor Linda
F. Wyatt, Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation.
Streets and Alleys
85/470
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33360 on second reading, rezoning a one acre and a 40.74
acre tract of land, containing 72 acres bounded by Interstate 581, Wal-Mart, Round Hill
Elementary School, Roanoke Area Association for Retarded Children, Inc., and properties
adjacent to Huff Lane, N. W., described as Official Tax Nos. 2250103 and 2250101, from LM,
Light Manufacturing District, and RS-3, Residential Single-Family District, to C-2, General
Commercial District, subject to certain conditions proffered by the petitioners; adopted Ord.
No. 33360-050597. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no).
Zoning
85/471
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33361 on second reading, rezoning a 8.769 acre tract of land
located on the west side of Oakland Boulevard, N. W., described as Official Tax No.
2250105, from RS-3, Residential Single Family District, to C-2, General Commercial District,
subject to certain conditions proffered by the petitioner; adopted Ord. No. 33361-050597.
Budget
85/457
05/05/97
A report recommending acceptance of a bequest to the Roanoke City Nursing
Home, in the amount of $9,760.00, from the Residuary Estate of the late Beulah Kirby
Bernard; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33370-050597 and Res. No. 33371-050597.
City Nursing Home
85/457
05/05/97
A report recommending acceptance of a bequest to the Roanoke City Nursing
Home, in the amount of $9,760.00, from the Residuary Estate of the late Beulah Kirby
Bernard; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33370-050597 and Res. No. 33371-050597.
Deceased Persons
85/457
05/05/97
A report recommending acceptance of a bequest to the Roanoke City Nursing
Home, in the amount of $9,760.00, from the Residuary Estate of the late Beulah Kirby
Bernard; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33370-050597 and Res. No. 33371-050597.
Budget
85/458
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds totalling $392,868.00
for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium, which funds were received
from the Governor's Employment and Training Department; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33372-050597.
Human Development
85/458
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds totalling $392,868.00
for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium, which funds were received
from the Governor's Employment and Training Department; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33372-050597.
FDETC
85/458
05/05/97
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds totalling $392,868.00
for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium, which funds were received
from the Governor's Employment and Training Department; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33372-050597.
Airport
85/459
05/05/97
A report recommending Council's support of an application made by Trans
States Airlines, Inc. with the U. S. Department of Transportation to provide daily round trip
flights between Chicago O'Hare and Roanoke Regional Airports; adopted Res. No. 33362-
050597.
Economic Development
85/459
05/05/97
A report recommending Council's support of an application made by Trans
States Airlines, Inc. with the U. S. Department of Transportation to provide daily round trip
flights between Chicago O'Hare and Roanoke Regional Airports; adopted Res. No.
33362-050597.
Budget
85/460
05/05/97
A report with regard to proposed 1997 bond refunding; adopted Res. No.
33373-050597.
Bonds/Bond Issues
85/460
05/05/97
A report with regard to proposed 1997 bond refunding; adopted Res. No.
33373-050597.
Director of Finance
85/462
05/05/97
A financial report for the month of March, 1997; received and filed.
Audits/Financial Reports
85/462
05/05/97
A financial report for the month of March, 1997; received and filed.
Zoning
85/470
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33360 on second reading, rezoning a one acre and a 40.74
acre tract of land, containing 72 acres bounded by Interstate 581, Wal-Mart, Round Hill
Elementary School, Roanoke Area Association for Retarded Children, Inc., and properties
adjacent to Huff Lane, N. W., described as Official Tax Nos. 2250103 and 2250101, from LM,
Light Manufacturing District, and RS-3, Residential Single-Family District, to C-2, General
Commercial District, subject to certain conditions proffered by the petitioners; adopted
Ord. No. 33360-050597. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no).
Special Permits
85/463
05/05/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that Council take
no action to authorize a conditional permit to the property owners at 402 Willow Oak Drive,
S. W., in connection with a request to construct a brick wall encroaching approximately
eight feet into the right-of-way of River Birch Lane, S. W. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation.
Streets and Alleys
85/463
05/05/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that Council take
no action to authorize a conditional permit to the property owners at 402 Willow Oak Drive,
S. W., in connection with a request to construct a brick wall encroaching approximately
eight feet into the right-of-way of River Birch Lane, S. W. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation.
Water Resources
85/463
05/05/97
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that Council take
no action to authorize a conditional permit to the property owners at 402 Willow Oak Drive,
S. W., in connection with a request to construct a brick wall encroaching approximately
eight feet into the right-of-way of River Birch Lane, S. W. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; concurred in the recommendation.
Budget
85/464
05/05/97
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a contract to Adams
Construction Company, in the amount of $1,394,532.80, for construction of asphalt concrete
overlays and pavement profiling of various streets within the City of Roanoke; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33374-050597 and Ord. No. 33375-050597.
Traffic
85/464
05/05/97
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a contract to Adams
Construction Company, in the amount of $1,394,532.80, for construction of asphalt concrete
overlays and pavement profiling of various streets within the City of Roanoke; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33374-050597 and Ord. No. 33375-050597.
Sidewalk/Curb and Gutter
85/464
05/05/97
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a contract to Adams
Construction Company, in the amount of $1,394,532.80, for construction of asphalt concrete
overlays and pavement profiling of various streets within the City of Roanoke; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33374-050597 and Ord. No. 33375-050597.
Streets and Alleys
85/464
05/05/97
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a contract to Adams
Construction Company, in the amount of $1,394,532.80, for construction of asphalt concrete
overlays and pavement profiling of various streets within the City of Roanoke; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33374-050597 and Ord. No. 33375-050597.
Budget
85/466
05/05/97
A report of the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee
recommending approval of the City's share, in the amount of $112,305.00, of the budget for
the Government and Educational Access Cable Television Studio. Council Member John
H. Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33376-050597.
Cable Television
85/466
05/05/97
A report of the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee
recommending approval of the City's share, in the amount of $112,305.00, of the budget for
the Government and Educational Access Cable Television Studio. Council Member John H.
Parrott, Chairperson; adopted Res. No. 33376-050597.
Telephone Equipment
85/472
05/05/97
Council Member White inquired about free standing telephone booths on
public right-of-way or in front of rental properties in northwest Roanoke; whereupon, the
City Manager advised that a report will be presented to Council.
Zoning
85/468
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33354 on second reading, rezoning a tract of land located on
the north side of Patterson Avenue, between 22nd and 23rd Streets, S. W., described as
Official Tax Nos. 1312411 - 1312416, inclusive, from HM, Heavy Manufacturing District, to
LM, Light Manufacturing District; adopted Ord. No. 33354-050597 (6-0, Council Member
Parrott abstained from voting).
Zoning
85/469
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33355 on second reading, amending the proffered conditions
for rezoning of a certain 13.81-acre tract of land located on the north end of Griffin Road,
adjacent to the east side of Franklin Road, S. W., and U. S. Route 220, identified as
Official Tax No. 5480712, previously approved by the Council of the City of Roanoke,
pursuant to Ord. No. 32867-040196 adopted on April 1, 1996; adopted Ord. No. 33355-050597.
Streets and Alleys
85/469
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33355 on second reading, amending the proffered conditions
for rezoning of a certain 13.81-acre tract of land located on the north end of Griffin Road,
adjacent to the east side of Franklin Road, S. W., and U. S. Route 220, identified as Official
Tax No. 5480712, previously approved by the Council of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to
Ord. No. 32867-040196 adopted on April 1, 1996; adopted Ord. No. 33355-050597.
Streets and Alleys
85/469
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33358 on second reading, permanently vacating, discontinuing
and closing a certain portion of First Street, N. W., situated between its intersection with
Wells Avenue, N. W., and its intersection with Gilmer Avenue, N. W., and a certain section
of the Second Street/Gainsboro Road right-of-way adjacent to First Baptist Church on
North Jefferson Street; adopted Ord. No. 33358-050597.
Churches
85/473
05/05/97
Adopted Ord. No. 33363-050597 temporarily changing the polling place for
Lee-Hi Precinct from Fire Station No. 4 on Aerial Way Drive, S. W., to Covenant
Presbyterian Church, 1831 Deyerle Road, S. W.
Norfolk Southern Corporation
85/472
05/05/97
Council Member Swain called attention to and commended City staff on
improvements to the underpass at Shaffer's Crossing.
Council
85/472
05/05/97
Council Member White inquired about free standing telephone booths on
public right-of-way or in front of rental properties in northwest Roanoke; whereupon, the
City Manager advised that a report will be presented to Council.
Youth
85/471
05/05/97
Adopted Res. No. 33377-050597 changing the time and place of
commencement of the regular meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m.,
on Monday, May 19, 1997, to 12:00 noon in the Roanoke Civic Center Exhibit Hall, 710
Williamson Road, N. E., with the 2:00 p.m. session to be held in the City Council Chamber,
fourth floor, Municipal Building, 215 Church Avenue, S. W.
Streets and Alleys
85/471
05/05/97
Ordinance No. 33361 on second reading, rezoning a 8.769 acre tract of land
located on the west side of Oakland Boulevard, N. W., described as Official Tax No.
2250105, from RS-3, Residential Single Family District, to C-2, General Commercial District,
subject to certain conditions proffered by the petitioner; adopted Ord. No. 33361-050597.
Council
85/471
05/05/97
Adopted Res. No. 33377-050597 changing the time and place of
commencement of the regular meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:30 p.m.,
on Monday, May 19, 1997, to 12:00 noon in the Roanoke Civic Center Exhibit Hall, 710
Williamson Road, N. E., with the 2:00 p.m. session to be held in the City Council Chamber,
fourth floor, Municipal Building, 215 Church Avenue, S. W.
Elections
85/473
05/05/97
Adopted Ord. No. 33363-050597 temporarily changing the polling place for Lee-
Hi Precinct from Fire Station No. 4 on Aerial Way Drive, S. W., to Covenant Presbyterian
Church, 1831 Deyerle Road, S. W.
Council
85/472
05/05/97
Council Member Swain called attention to and commended City staff on
improvements to the underpass at Shaffer's Crossing.
Streets and Alleys
85/472
05/05/97
Council Member White inquired about free standing telephone booths on
public right-of-way or in front of rental properties in northwest Roanoke; whereupon, the
City Manager advised that a report will be presented to Council.
Fire Department
85/473
05/05/97
Adopted Ord. No. 33363-050597 temporarily changing the polling place for
Lee-Hi Precinct from Fire Station No. 4 on Aerial Way Drive, S. W., to Covenant
Presbyterian Church, 1831 Deyerle Road, S. W.
Registrar
85/473
05/05/97
Adopted Ord. No. 33363-050597 temporarily changing the polling place for
Lee-Hi Precinct from Fire Station No. 4 on Aerial Way Drive, S. W., to Covenant
Presbyterian Church, 1831 Deyerle Road, S. W.
Fire Department
83/497
05/06/97
A report recommending appropriation of $184,331.00 from the Capital
Maintenance and Equipment Replacement Program and Prior Year Retained Earnings, to
provide funds for various operational needs/purchase of equipment for certain City
departments; adopted Budget Ord. No. 32903-050696.
City Charter
85/492
05/07/97
Council Member White moved that the position of Director of Real Estate
Valuation be established as a Council-Appointed position for a term of two years. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Trout and unanimously adopted; referred to City Attorney for
appropriate action.
Real Estate Valuation
85/492
05/07/97
Council Member White moved that the position of Director of Real Estate
Valuation be established as a Council-Appointed position for a term of two years. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Trout and unanimously adopted; referred to City Attorney for
appropriate action.
Council
85/492
05/07/97
Council Member White moved that the position of Director of Real Estate
Valuation be established as a Council-Appointed position for a term of two years. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Trout and unanimously adopted; referred to City Attorney for
appropriate action.
Budget
85/501
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Transportation Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33386-051297.
Budget
85/497
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-16, Levied; rate, Code of
the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to provide for reduction of the real estate tax rate
from $1.23 on every one hundred dollars of fair market value to $1.22 on every one
hundred dollars of fair market value; and providing for an emergency and an effective
date; adopted Ord. No. 33381-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no.)
Communications Department
85/497
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-276, Tax levied; amount,
of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to provide for an increase in the
special tax imposed on the consumers of telephone service to offset costs attributable to
the enhanced 911 Emergency Telephone System; and providing for an emergency and for
an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33380-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no).
Emergency Services
85/497
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-276, Tax levied; amount,
of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to provide for an increase in the
special tax imposed on the consumers of telephone service to offset costs attributable to
the enhanced 911 Emergency Telephone System; and providing for an emergency and for
an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33380-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no).
City Code
85/497
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-16, Levied; rate, Code of
the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to provide for reduction of the real estate tax rate
from $1.23 on every one hundred dollars of fair market value to $1.22 on every one hundred
dollars of fair market value; and providing for an emergency and an effective date;
adopted Ord. No. 33381-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no.)
Oaths of Office
85/493
05/12/97
Marsha W. Ellison was reelected and F. B. Webster Day and Sherman P. Lea
were reelected as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board for terms of three years,
each, commencing July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 2000.
Committees
85/493
05/12/97
Marsha W. Ellison was reelected and F. B. Webster Day and Sherman P. Lea
were reelected as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board for terms of three years,
each, commencing July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 2000.
Schools
85/493
05/12/97
Marsha W. Ellison was reelected and F. B. Webster Day and Sherman P. Lea
were reelected as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board for terms of three years,
each, commencing July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 2000.
Budget
85/495
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-86, Financial eligibility,
Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, by adding a new subsection (e)
increasing from $26,000 to $27,000 the total combined annual income threshold and
increasing from $75,000 to $80,000 the net combined financial worth threshold for
qualification for real estate tax exemption for elderly and disabled persons for the tax
year commencing July 1, 1998; amending current subsection (e) of Section 32-86, Financial
eligibility, to redesignate such subsection as subsection (f); and providing for an
emergency and an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33378-051297.
City Code
85/495
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-86, Financial eligibility,
Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, by adding a new subsection (e) increasing
from $26,000 to $27,000 the total combined annual income threshold and increasing from
$75,000 to $80,000 the net combined financial worth threshold for qualification for real
estate tax exemption for elderly and disabled persons for the tax year commencing July 1,
1998; amending current subsection (e) of Section 32-86, Financial eligibility, to redesignate
such subsection as subsection (f); and providing for an emergency and an effective date;
adopted Ord. No. 33378-051297.
Taxes
85/495
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-86, Financial eligibility,
Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, by adding a new subsection (e) increasing
from $26,000 to $27,000 the total combined annual income threshold and increasing from
$75,000 to $80,000 the net combined financial worth threshold for qualification for real
estate tax exemption for elderly and disabled persons for the tax year commencing July 1,
1998; amending current subsection (e) of Section 32-86, Financial eligibility, to redesignate
such subsection as subsection (f); and providing for an emergency and an effective date;
adopted Ord. No. 33378-051297.
Disabled Persons
85/495
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-86, Financial eligibility,
Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, by adding a new subsection (e) increasing
from $26,000 to $27,000 the total combined annual income threshold and increasing from
$75,000 to $80,000 the net combined financial worth threshold for qualification for real
estate tax exemption for elderly and disabled persons for the tax year commencing July 1,
1998; amending current subsection (e) of Section 32-86, Financial eligibility, to redesignate
such subsection as subsection (f); and providing for an emergency and an effective date;
adopted Ord. No. 33378-051297.
Budget
85/495
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended,
by enacting new Section 32-170.1, Applicability to mobile local telecommunication
service, establishing a new tax on purchasers and consumers of mobile local
telecommunication service and providing for the tax rate and duties and procedures in
the administration of such tax, and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33379
on first reading. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Parrott and Trout voted no).
City Code
85/495
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended,
by enacting new Section 32-170.1, Applicability to mobile local telecommunication service,
establishing a new tax on purchasers and consumers of mobile local telecommunication
service and providing for the tax rate and duties and procedures in the administration of
such tax, and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33379 on first reading. (4-3,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Parrott and Trout voted no).
Taxes
85/495
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended,
by enacting new Section 32-170.1, Applicability to mobile local telecommunication service,
establishing a new tax on purchasers and consumers of mobile local telecommunication
service and providing for the tax rate and duties and procedures in the administration of
such tax, and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33379 on first reading. (4-3,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Parrott and Trout voted no).
Telephone Equipment
85/495
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended,
by enacting new Section 32-170.1, Applicability to mobile local telecommunication service,
establishing a new tax on purchasers and consumers of mobile local telecommunication
service and providing for the tax rate and duties and procedures in the administration of
such tax, and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33379 on first reading. (4-3,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Parrott and Trout voted no).
Budget
85/497
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-276, Tax levied; amount,
of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to provide for an increase in the
special tax imposed on the consumers of telephone service to offset costs attributable to
the enhanced 911 Emergency Telephone System; and providing for an emergency and for
an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33380-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no).
City Code
85/497
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-276, Tax levied; amount,
of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to provide for an increase in the
special tax imposed on the consumers of telephone service to offset costs attributable to
the enhanced 911 Emergency Telephone System; and providing for an emergency and for
an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33380-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no).
Taxes
85/497
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-276, Tax levied; amount,
of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to provide for an increase in the
special tax imposed on the consumers of telephone service to offset costs attributable to
the enhanced 911 Emergency Telephone System; and providing for an emergency and for
an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33380-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no).
Budget
85/502
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual City Information Systems Fund
Appropriation of the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending
June 30, 1998; and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33388-051297.
City Information Systems
85/502
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual City Information Systems Fund
Appropriation of the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending
June 30, 1998; and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No.
33388-051297.
Risk Management Fund
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
General Services
85/503
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Materials Control Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33389-051297.
Taxes
85/497
05/12/97
An Ordinance amending and reordaining Section 32-16, Levied; rate, Code of
the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, to provide for reduction of the real estate tax rate
from $1.23 on every one hundred dollars of fair market value to $1.22 on every one hundred
dollars of fair market value; and providing for an emergency and an effective date;
adopted Ord. No. 33381-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no.)
Budget
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
City Nursing Home
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
General Services
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Human Development
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Roanoke Civic Center
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Grants
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Utility Line Services
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Management and Budget
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
City Information Systems
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Transportation Fund
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Budget
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit increases;
authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use of private
motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers assigned to
the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for certain
members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical Technicians;
authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire Department who are
members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team; repealing Ord. No. 32934-
051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency; and providing for an
emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and
Council Member Swain voted no.)
Schools
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Water Resources
85/498
05/12/97
A certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for the
1997-98 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation Fund, Nursing Home Fund, City Information Systems Fund, Materials
Control Fund, Management Services Fund, Utility Line Services Fund, Fleet Management
Fund, Risk Management Fund, School Fund, and Grant Fund budgets will be available for
appropriation; received and filed.
Budget
85/498
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual General Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33382-051297.
Budget
85/500
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Water Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33383-051297.
Water Resources
85/500
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Water Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and declaring
the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33383-051297.
Budget
85/500
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Sewage Treatment Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33384-051297.
Sewers and Storm Drains
85/500
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Sewage Treatment Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33384-051297.
Budget
85/501
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Civic Center Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33385-051297.
Roanoke Civic Center
85/501
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Civic Center Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33385-051297.
Risk Management
85/505
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Risk Management Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33393-051297.
Transportation Fund
85/501
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Transportation Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33386-051297.
Budget
85/502
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Nursing Home Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33387-051297.
Nursing Home
85/502
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Nursing Home Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33387-051297.
Grants
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting a portion of the annual Grant Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33395-051297.
Budget
85/504
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Fleet Management Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33392-051297.
City Employees
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Director of Finance
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Budget
85/503
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Management Services Fund Appropriation
of the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
adn declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33390-051297.
Management Services
85/503
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Management Services Fund Appropriation
of the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
adn declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33390-051297.
Budget
85/504
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Utility Line Services Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33391-051297.
Utility Line Services
85/504
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Utility Line Services Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33391-051297.
Fire Department
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Fleet Maintenance Fund
85/504
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Fleet Management Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33392-051297.
Budget
85/505
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual Risk Management Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33393-051297.
City Manager
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Budget
85/505
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual School Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33394-051297. (6-1,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no.)
Schools
85/505
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting the annual School Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998; and declaring
the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33394-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor
Wyatt voted no.)
Budget
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance adopting a portion of the annual Grant Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997, and ending June 30, 1998;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; adopted Budget Ord. No. 33395-051297.
City Clerk
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Human Development
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
City Attorney
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Police Department
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Pay Plan
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Billings and Collections
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Real Estate Valuation
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Roanoke Civic Center
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Municipal Auditor
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Youth
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Emergency Medical Services
85/506
05/12/97
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1997; providing for certain salary adjustments and merit
increases; authorizing annual salary increments for certain officers and employees for use
of private motor vehicles; authorizing annual salary increments for sworn police officers
assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division; authorizing annual salary increments for
certain members of the Fire Department who are certified as Emergency Medical
Technicians; authorizing annual salary increments for certain members of the Fire
Department who are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team;
repealing Ord. No. 32934-051396, adopted May 13, 1996, to the extent of any inconsistency;
and providing for an emergency and effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33396-051297. (5-2,
Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Swain voted no.)
Budget
85/508
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing the annual salary of the Mayor for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33397 on first
reading. (5-2, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Harris voted no.)
Council
85/508
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing the annual salary of the Mayor for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No. 33397 on first
reading. (5-2, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Harris voted no.)
Budget
85/509
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing the annual salaries of the Vice-Mayor and Council
Members for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date;
adopted Ord. No. 33398 on first reading. (5-2, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Harris
voted no.)
Council
85/509
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing the annual salaries of the Vice-Mayor and Council
Members for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date;
adopted Ord. No. 33398 on first reading. (5-2, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Member Harris
voted no.)
Budget
85/509
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing compensation for the City Manager, City Attorney,
Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal Auditor, and City Clerk for
fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No.
33399 on first reading. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Harris and Swain
voted no.)
Grants
85/511
05/12/97
A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit an approved Annual
Update to the HUD Consolidated Plan for FY 1997-98 to the United States Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for final review and approval, and authorizing the
execution of the appropriate documents for the acceptance of such funding; adopted Res.
No. 33402-051297.
City Clerk
85/509
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing compensation for the City Manager, City Attorney,
Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal Auditor, and City Clerk
for fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No.
33399 on first reading. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Harris and Swain voted
no.)
City Attorney
85/509
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing compensation for the City Manager, City Attorney,
Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal Auditor, and City Clerk
for fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No.
33399 on first reading. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Harris and Swain voted
no.)
City Manager
85/509
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing compensation for the City Manager, City Attorney,
Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal Auditor, and City Clerk
for fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No.
33399 on first reading. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Harris and Swain voted
no.)
Real Estate Valuation
85/509
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing compensation for the City Manager, City Attorney,
Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal Auditor, and City Clerk
for fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No.
33399 on first reading. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Harris and Swain voted
no.)
Municipal Auditor
85/509
05/12/97
An Ordinance establishing compensation for the City Manager, City Attorney,
Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal Auditor, and City Clerk
for fiscal year beginning July 1, 1997; and providing for an effective date; adopted Ord. No.
33399 on first reading. (4-3, Vice-Mayor Wyatt and Council Members Harris and Swain voted
no.)
Budget
85/510
05/12/97
An Ordinance providing for certain supplemental benefits under the City of
Roanoke Pension Plan to certain members of such Plan and certain of their surviving
spouses; and providing for an emergency; adopted Ord. No. 33400-051297. (6-1, Vice-Mayor
Wyatt voted no.)