HomeMy WebLinkAboutaskSamminutes1998Human Development
87/131
01/05/98
Evelyn F. Board was appointed as a member of the Human Services
Committee for a term ending June 30, 1998.
Committees
87/131
01/05/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain spoke in support of the installation of appropriate signage at
strategic locations in the City setting forth the penalty for violating the City's litter laws.
Oaths of Office
87/132
01/05/98
Alfred T. Dowe, Jr. was appointed as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Traffic
87/102
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to a proposed increase for certain
parking ticket fines; Received and filed.
City Code
87/102
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to a proposed increase for certain
parking ticket fines; Received and filed.
State Highways
87/105
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to development of a landscaping
plan for I-581/Southwest Expressway; Received and filed.
Streets and Alleys
87/105
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to development of a landscaping
plan for I-581/Southwest Expressway; Received and filed.
Housing/Authority
87/107
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to HUD Funds Allocation Policy;
Received and filed.
Grants
87/107
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to HUD Funds Allocation Policy;
Received and filed.
Committees
87/109
01/05/98
A communication for 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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/109
01/05/98
A communication for 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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Manager
87/109
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel, being the
negotiation of a possible amendment to the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority's Member
Use Agreement and related documents, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of
Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive
Session.
City Council
87/109
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel, being the
negotiation of a possible amendment to the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority's Member
Use Agreement and related documents, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia
(1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
87/109
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel, being the
negotiation of a possible amendment to the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority's Member
Use Agreement and related documents, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia
(1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Manager
87/110
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel, being the terms
and conditions of a contract in negotiation concerning the use of the Civic Center,
pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request
for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/110
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel, being the terms
and conditions of a contract in negotiation concerning the use of the Civic Center, pursuant
to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for
Council to convene in Executive Session.
Roanoke Civic Center
87/110
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss
specific legal matters requiring the provision of legal advice by counsel, being the terms
and conditions of a contract in negotiation concerning the use of the Civic Center, pursuant
to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for
Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Attorney
87/111
01/05/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss and
consider a matter of pending litigation, specifically a lawsuit brought against two City
employees, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended;
Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/111
01/05/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss and
consider a matter of pending litigation, specifically a lawsuit brought against two City
employees, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur
in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Employees
87/111
01/05/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss and
consider a matter of pending litigation, specifically a lawsuit brought against two City
employees, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur
in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Audit Committee
87/111
01/05/98
Minutes of the meeting of the Audit Committee of Roanoke City Council which
was held on Monday, December 1, 1997; Receive and file.
Community Planning
87/112
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to scheduling a public hearing on
Tuesday, January 20, 1998, at 7:00 p.m., on Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency
Act Enhancement Projects; Concur in the recommendation to schedule a public hearing on
Tuesday, January 20, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.
Virginia Transportation Museum
87/112
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to scheduling a public hearing on
Tuesday, January 20, 1998, at 7:00 p.m., on Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency
Act Enhancement Projects; Concur in the recommendation to schedule a public hearing on
Tuesday, January 20, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.
Grants
87/112
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to scheduling a public hearing on
Tuesday, January 20, 1998, at 7:00 p.m., on Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency
Act Enhancement Projects; Concur in the recommendation to schedule a public hearing on
Tuesday, January 20, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.
Greenway System
87/112
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to scheduling a public hearing on
Tuesday, January 20, 1998, at 7:00 p.m., on Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency
Act Enhancement Projects; Concur in the recommendation to schedule a public hearing on
Tuesday, January 20, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.
Budget
87/113
01/05/98
A report of the City Manager requesting approval of the proposed budget study
schedule for fiscal year 1998-99; Concur in the request.
Committees
87/114
01/05/98
A communication from Louis E. Ellis tendering his resignation as a member of
the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership Steering Committee; Receive and file the
communication and accept the resignation.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/114
01/05/98
A communication from Louis E. Ellis tendering his resignation as a member of
the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership Steering Committee; Receive and file the
communication and accept the resignation.
Oaths of Office
87/115
01/05/98
Qualification of Bernice F. Jones as a member of the Advisory Board of
Human Development for a term ending November 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Human Development
87/115
01/05/98
Qualification of Bernice F. Jones as a member of the Advisory Board of
Human Development for a term ending November 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Committees
87/115
01/05/98
Qualification of Bernice F. Jones as a member of the Advisory Board of
Human Development for a term ending November 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
87/115
01/05/98
Qualification of Allen L. Clark, William E. Skeen, and Lular R. Lucky for terms
ending November 30, 2000, and Ronald H. Miller for a term ending November 30, 1998, as
members of the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership Steering Committee; Receive and file.
Committees
87/115
01/05/98
Qualification of Allen L. Clark, William E. Skeen, and Lular R. Lucky for terms
ending November 30, 2000, and Ronald H. Miller for a term ending November 30, 1998, as
members of the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership Steering Committee; Receive and file.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/115
01/05/98
Qualification of Allen L. Clark, William E. Skeen, and Lular R. Lucky for terms
ending November 30, 2000, and Ronald H. Miller for a term ending November 30, 1998, as
members of the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership Steering Committee; Receive and file.
Appalachian Power Company
87/115
01/05/98
Request to address Council regarding adoption of a Resolution in support of
the Wyoming-Cloverdale 765 kV transmission project. Terry L. McMahan, District Manager-
Roanoke, American Electric Power, Spokesperson; Adopted Resolution No. 33690-010598.
(7-0)
Budget
87/116
01/05/98
A report recommending purchase of one new street sweeper from Virginia
Public Works Equipment Company, in the amount of $81,471.00; and appropriation of funds
in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33691-010598 and Resolution No. 33692-
010598. (7-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/116
01/05/98
A report recommending purchase of one new street sweeper from Virginia
Public Works Equipment Company, in the amount of $81,471.00; and appropriation of funds
in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33691-010598 and Resolution No.
33692-010598. (7-0)
Equipment
87/116
01/05/98
A report recommending purchase of one new street sweeper from Virginia
Public Works Equipment Company, in the amount of $81,471.00; and appropriation of funds
in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33691-010598 and Resolution No.
33692-010598. (7-0)
Budget
87/118
01/05/98
A report recommending acceptance of bids received by the City for furnishing
and delivering certain vehicular equipment for use by various City departments; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33693-010598 and
Resolution No. 33694-010598. (6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from voting.)
CMERP
87/118
01/05/98
A report recommending acceptance of bids received by the City for furnishing
and delivering certain vehicular equipment for use by various City departments; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33693-010598 and
Resolution No. 33694-010598. (6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from voting.)
Equipment
87/118
01/05/98
A report recommending acceptance of bids received by the City for furnishing
and delivering certain vehicular equipment for use by various City departments; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33693-010598 and
Resolution No. 33694-010598. (6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from voting.)
Health Department
87/120
01/05/98
A report recommending execution of an amendment to the City's contract with
the Virginia Department of Health relating to operation of the local Health Department;
Adopted Resolution No. 33695-010598. (7-0)
Budget
87/121
01/05/98
A report recommending acceptance of a Welfare Reform Transportation
Grant, in the amount of $87,061.00, to assist recipients of Temporary Assistance to Needy
Families located in Roanoke City, Roanoke County and Botetourt County; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33696-010598 and
Resolution No. 33697-010598. (7-0)
Human Development
87/121
01/05/98
A report recommending acceptance of a Welfare Reform Transportation
Grant, in the amount of $87,061.00, to assist recipients of Temporary Assistance to Needy
Families located in Roanoke City, Roanoke County and Botetourt County; and appropriation
of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33696-010598 and Resolution No.
33697-010598. (7-0)
Telephone Companies
87/123
01/05/98
A report recommending authorization for the City Manager to execute an
amendment to the Temporary Nonexclusive Revocable License Agreement with KMC
Telecom of Virginia, Inc.; Adopted Ordinance No. 33698-010598 on first reading. (7-0)
Licenses
87/123
01/05/98
A report recommending authorization for the City Manager to execute an
amendment to the Temporary Nonexclusive Revocable License Agreement with KMC
Telecom of Virginia, Inc.; Adopted Ordinance No. 33698-010598 on first reading. (7-0)
Audits/Financial Reports
87/124
01/05/98
A financial report for the month of November, 1997; Received and filed.
Bonds/Bond Issues
87/125
01/05/98
A report with regard to the sale of the City's Series 1997 General Obligation
Bonds; Received and filed.
Capital Improvements Program
87/125
01/05/98
A report with regard to the sale of the City's Series 1997 General Obligation
Bonds; Received and filed.
Fee Compendium
87/125
01/05/98
A report transmitting the City's General Fund Revenue Compendium through
fiscal year 1997; Received and filed.
Traffic
87/126
01/05/98
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a lump sum contract to
S.R. Draper Paving Company, in the amount of $256,739.66, for construction of traffic
signals at the intersections of Colonial Avenue and McNeil Drive, S.W., and Hershberger
Road and Westside Boulevard, N.W.; and transfer of funds in connection therewith.
Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33699-010598 and
Ordinance No. 33700-010598. (7-0)
Budget
87/126
01/05/98
A report of the bid committee recommending award of a lump sum contract
to S.R. Draper Paving Company, in the amount of $256,739.66, for construction of traffic
signals at the intersections of Colonial Avenue and McNeil Drive, S.W., and Hershberger
Road and Westside Boulevard, N.W.; and transfer of funds in connection therewith.
Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33699-010598 and
Ordinance No. 33700-010598. (7-0)
Zoning
87/128
01/05/98
Ordinance No. 33686, on second reading, rezoning a tract of land described as
3.628-acres, Acreage Tract, Persinger Road, 1147 Persinger Road, S.W., being a portion of
Official Tax No. 1260214, from RS-2, Residential Single Family District, to RM-2, Residential
Multi-family, Medium Density District, subject to certain conditions proffered by the
petitioners; Adopted Ordinance No. 33686-010598. (5-2) (Council Members Harris and
Parrott voted no.)
Zoning
87/129
01/05/98
Ordinance No. 33687, on second reading, rezoning a tract of land located at
639 Liberty Road, N.E., containing .75 acres, more or less, identified as Official Tax No.
3131003, from HM, Heavy Manufacturing District, to LM, LIght Manufacturing District,
subject to certain conditions proffered by the petitioners; Adopted Ordinance No. 33687-
010598. (7-0)
Zoning
87/129
01/05/98
Ordinance No. 33688, on second reading, amending the proffered conditions
for rezoning of a tract of land located at the north end of Griffin Road, S.W., adjacent to
the east side of Franklin Road, U.S. Route 220, containing 13.81 acres, more or less,
identified as Official Tax No. 5480712, from RS-3, Residential Single-Family District, to C-2,
General Commercial District, and RPUD, Residential Planned Unit Development District,
which rezoning was previously approved by the Council of the City of Roanoke, pursuant
to Ordinance No. 32867-040196 adopted on April 1, 1996, with the original proffers relating
to said property having been amended pursuant to Ordinance No. 33355-050597 adopted
on May 5, 1997; Adopted Ordinance No. 33688-010598. (7-0)
Traffic
87/130
01/05/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Vice-
Mayor Wyatt inquired as to the projected date for traffic signal installation of Westside
Blvd. and Hershberger Road, N.W., whereupon, the Director of Public Works advised that
the traffic signal will be installed prior to the beginning of the 1998 school year.
Public Works
87/130
01/05/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain commended the City Administration on a report summarizing the
status of various construction projects.
Snow Removal
87/130
01/05/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Harris commended City staff on recent snow removal efforts.
Roanoke Civic Center
87/130
01/05/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Vice-
Mayor Wyatt requested that temporary facilities be provided at the Roanoke Civic Center
pending installation of permanent diaper changing stations in the restroom areas.
Traffic
87/130
01/05/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout requested that the matter of upgrading Liberty Road from Orange
Avenue to Williamson Road be referred to the City Manager for study, report and
recommendation to Council.
Streets and Alleys
87/130
01/05/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout requested that the matter of upgrading Liberty Road from Orange
Avenue to Williamson Road be referred to the City Manager for study, report and
recommendation to Council.
Signs/Billboards/Awnings
87/131
01/05/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain spoke in support of the installation of appropriate signage at
strategic locations in the City setting forth the penalty for violating the City's litter laws.
Refuse Collection
87/131
01/05/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain spoke in support of the installation of appropriate signage at
strategic locations in the City setting forth the penalty for violating the City's litter laws.
Committees
87/134
01/05/98
Kit B. Kiser was reappointed as a City Representative to the Roanoke Valley
Resource Authority for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
87/134
01/05/98
Kit B. Kiser was reappointed as a City Representative to the Roanoke Valley
Resource Authority for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/134
01/05/98
Louise C. Williams was reappointed as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/132
01/05/98
Alfred T. Dowe, Jr. was appointed as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Community Planning
87/132
01/05/98
Alfred T. Dowe, Jr. was appointed as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/132
01/05/98
Martin D. Jeffrey and Viola N. Campbell were reappointed for terms ending
November 30, 2000, and Barbara N. Duerk was reappointed for a term ending November
30, 1998, as members of the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership Steering Committee.
Committees
87/132
01/05/98
Martin D. Jeffrey and Viola N. Campbell were reappointed for terms ending
November 30, 2000, and Barbara N. Duerk was reappointed for a term ending November 30,
1998, as members of the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership Steering Committee.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/132
01/05/98
Martin D. Jeffrey and Viola N. Campbell were reappointed for terms ending
November 30, 2000, and Barbara N. Duerk was reappointed for a term ending November 30,
1998, as members of the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership Steering Committee.
Oaths of Office
87/133
01/05/98
Ann J. Frances was reappointed as a City Representative to the Blue Ridge
Community Services Board of Directors for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/133
01/05/98
Ann J. Frances was reappointed as a City Representative to the Blue Ridge
Community Services Board of Directors for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Blue Ridge Community Services
87/133
01/05/98
Ann J. Frances was reappointed as a City Representative to the Blue Ridge
Community Services Board of Directors for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/133
01/05/98
William H. Cleveland was reappointed as a City Representative to the Court
Community Corrections Program Policy Board for a term ending december 31, 2000.
Committees
87/133
01/05/98
William H. Cleveland was reappointed as a City Representative to the Court
Community Corrections Program Policy Board for a term ending december 31, 2000.
Court Community Corrections Board
87/133
01/05/98
William H. Cleveland was reappointed as a City Representative to the Court
Community Corrections Program Policy Board for a term ending december 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/134
01/05/98
Kit B. Kiser was reappointed as a City Representative to the Roanoke Valley
Resource Authority for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Zoning
87/134
01/05/98
Louise C. Williams was reappointed as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/134
01/05/98
Louise C. Williams was reappointed as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 2000.
City Clerk
87/150
01/20/98
A report advising of expiration of the three-year terms of office of Harry F.
Davis and Melinda J. Payne as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board on June 30,
1998, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in the City Clerk's
Office until 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 1998; Received and filed.
Zoning
87/147
01/20/98
A report with regard to extension of sidewalks along Hershberger Road and
Cove Road, N.W.; Received and filed.
Sidewalk/Curb and Gutter
87/147
01/20/98
A report with regard to extension of sidewalks along Hershberger Road and
Cove Road, N.W.; Received and filed.
Parks and Recreation
87/135
01/20/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to snow and ice emergency
preparedness; Received and filed.
City Manager
87/135
01/20/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to snow and ice emergency
preparedness; Received and filed.
Snow Removal
87/135
01/20/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to snow and ice emergency
preparedness; Received and filed.
City Manager
87/136
01/20/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to the Roanoke City Juvenile
Detention Home; Received and filed.
Juvenile Correctional Facilities
87/136
01/20/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to the Roanoke City Juvenile
Detention Home; Received and filed.
Proclamations
87/138
01/20/98
The Mayor presented a Proclamation declaring Tuesday, January 20, 1998, as
Valley Metro Appreciation Day and presented City logo lapel pins to several Valley Metro
employees.
Buses
87/138
01/20/98
The Mayor presented a Proclamation declaring Tuesday, January 20, 1998, as
Valley Metro Appreciation Day and presented City logo lapel pins to several Valley Metro
employees.
Acts of Acknowledgement
87/138
01/20/98
The Mayor presented a Proclamation declaring Tuesday, January 20, 1998, as
Valley Metro Appreciation Day and presented City logo lapel pins to several Valley Metro
employees.
City Council
87/138
01/20/98
Minutes of the regular meetings of City Council held on Monday, October 6,
1997, and Wednesday, October 22, 1997; and the special meeting with the Roanoke
County Board of Supervisors held on Tuesday, October 28, 1997; Dispense with the
reading thereof and approve as recorded.
Schools
87/138
01/20/98
Minutes of the regular meetings of City Council held on Monday, October 6,
1997, and Wednesday, October 22, 1997; and the special meeting with the Roanoke County
Board of Supervisors held on Tuesday, October 28, 1997; Dispense with the reading
thereof and approve as recorded.
Budget
87/138
01/20/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers with regard to efforts to
maintain the solid fiscal performance of Roanoke's municipal government; Receive and
file.
City Government
87/138
01/20/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers with regard to efforts to
maintain the solid fiscal performance of Roanoke's municipal government; Receive and
file.
Zoning
87/139
01/20/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to a series of public participation
meetings to be held concerning the location of Interstate 73; Receive and file.
State Highways
87/139
01/20/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to a series of public participation
meetings to be held concerning the location of Interstate 73; Receive and file.
City Manager
87/139
01/20/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to a series of public participation
meetings to be held concerning the location of Interstate 73; Receive and file.
Committees
87/139
01/20/98
A communication from Lucy L. Hazlegrove tendering her resignation as a
member of the Roanoke Arts Commission; Receive and file the communication and
accept the resignation.
Roanoke Arts Commission
87/139
01/20/98
A communication from Lucy L. Hazlegrove tendering her resignation as a
member of the Roanoke Arts Commission; Receive and file the communication and accept
the resignation.
Oaths of Office
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Alfred T. Dowe, Jr., as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Alfred T. Dowe, Jr., as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Community Planning
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Alfred T. Dowe, Jr., as a member of the City Planning
Commission for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Ben J. Fink as a Commissioner of the City of Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority for a term ending August 31, 2001.
Committees
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Ben J. Fink as a Commissioner of the City of Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority for a term ending August 31, 2001.
Housing/Authority
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Ben J. Fink as a Commissioner of the City of Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority for a term ending August 31, 2001.
Oaths of Office
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Grady P. Gregory, Jr., as a member of the Building Code
Appeals Board, Volume II (Building Maintenance Division), for a term ending November 10,
2001.
Committees
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Grady P. Gregory, Jr., as a member of the Building Code
Appeals Board, Volume II (Building Maintenance Division), for a term ending November 10,
2001.
Buildings/Building Department
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Grady P. Gregory, Jr., as a member of the Building Code
Appeals Board, Volume II (Building Maintenance Division), for a term ending November 10,
2001.
Oaths of Office
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Kit B. Kiser as a City Representative to the Roanoke Valley
Resource Authority for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Kit B. Kiser as a City Representative to the Roanoke Valley
Resource Authority for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
87/140
01/20/98
Qualification of Kit B. Kiser as a City Representative to the Roanoke Valley
Resource Authority for a term ending December 31, 2000.
City Attorney
87/140
01/20/98
Council concurred in a request of the City Attorney to convene in Executive
Session for the purpose of discussing and considering a matter of pending litigation,
specifically a lawsuit brought against the City, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of
Virginia (1950), as amended.
City Council
87/140
01/20/98
Council concurred in a request of the City Attorney to convene in Executive
Session for the purpose of discussing and considering a matter of pending litigation,
specifically a lawsuit brought against the City, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of
Virginia (1950), as amended.
City Council
87/141
01/20/98
A communication from Council Member C. Nelson Harris proposing
establishment of a neighborhood tour program for Members of Council and City
administrative staff; A motion for "favorable comment" on the request was approved by
Council.
Neighborhood Organizations
87/141
01/20/98
A communication from Council Member C. Nelson Harris proposing
establishment of a neighborhood tour program for Members of Council and City
administrative staff; A motion for "favorable comment" on the request was approved by
Council.
Budget
87/141
01/20/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to certain grant accounts; appropriation of $53,921.00 in proceeds
from the 1997-98 Capital Maintenance and Equipment Replacement Fund, to provide for
facility equipment, middle school football equipment, and band instrument replacement;
and a report of the Director of Finance recommending that Council concur in the request;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33701-012098. (6-0) (Vice-Mayor Wyatt abstained from voting.)
Schools
87/141
01/20/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to certain grant accounts; appropriation of $53,921.00 in proceeds
from the 1997-98 Capital Maintenance and Equipment Replacement Fund, to provide for
facility equipment, middle school football equipment, and band instrument replacement;
and a report of the Director of Finance recommending that Council concur in the request;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33701-012098. (6-0) (Vice-Mayor Wyatt abstained from voting.)
Equipment
87/141
01/20/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to certain grant accounts; appropriation of $53,921.00 in proceeds
from the 1997-98 Capital Maintenance and Equipment Replacement Fund, to provide for
facility equipment, middle school football equipment, and band instrument replacement;
and a report of the Director of Finance recommending that Council concur in the request;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33701-012098. (6-0) (Vice-Mayor Wyatt abstained from voting.)
Budget
87/143
01/20/98
A report recommending authorization to purchase an ice protection cover for
the Roanoke Civic Center from Public Assembly Equipment Company, for a total cost of
$85,000.00; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No.
33702-012098 and Resolution No. 33703-012098. (7-0)
Roanoke Civic Center
87/143
01/20/98
A report recommending authorization to purchase an ice protection cover for
the Roanoke Civic Center from Public Assembly Equipment Company, for a total cost of
$85,000.00; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No.
33702-012098 and Resolution No. 33703-012098. (7-0)
Equipment
87/143
01/20/98
A report recommending authorization to purchase an ice protection cover for
the Roanoke Civic Center from Public Assembly Equipment Company, for a total cost of
$85,000.00; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No.
33702-012098 and Resolution No. 33703-012098. (7-0)
Budget
87/144
01/20/98
A report recommending certain Water Fund appropriation for the Capital
Outlay Account in connection with new water services, hydrants and lines constructed in
response to the demands of new development and to correct areas having water supply
problems; Adopted Ordinance No. 33704-012098. (7-0)
Capital Improvements Program
87/144
01/20/98
A report recommending certain Water Fund appropriation for the Capital
Outlay Account in connection with new water services, hydrants and lines constructed in
response to the demands of new development and to correct areas having water supply
problems; Adopted Ordinance No. 33704-012098. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/144
01/20/98
A report recommending certain Water Fund appropriation for the Capital
Outlay Account in connection with new water services, hydrants and lines constructed in
response to the demands of new development and to correct areas having water supply
problems; Adopted Ordinance No. 33704-012098. (7-0)
Police Department
87/146
01/20/98
A report recommending an increase in certain parking ticket fines; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33705 on first reading.
Audits/Financial Reports
87/146
01/20/98
A report recommending an increase in certain parking ticket fines; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33705 on first reading.
Convention and Visitors Bureau
87/152
01/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; The
Mayor read a communication from David L. Kjolhede, Executive Director of The Roanoke
Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, requesting funding in the amount of $525,000.00 for
fiscal year 1998-99. Council adopted a motion to refer the request to 1998-99 budget study.
Citizen of the Year
87/154
01/20/98
Patricia N. Toney was recognized as 1997 Citizen of the year.
Committees
87/155
01/20/98
Report with regard to activities of the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
Steering Committee. William E. Skeen, Chairperson; Received and filed.
Committees
87/150
01/20/98
A report advising of expiration of the three-year terms of office of Harry F.
Davis and Melinda J. Payne as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board on June 30,
1998, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in the City Clerk's
Office until 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 1998; Received and filed.
Schools
87/150
01/20/98
A report advising of expiration of the three-year terms of office of Harry F.
Davis and Melinda J. Payne as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board on June 30,
1998, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in the City Clerk's
Office until 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 1998; Received and filed.
Telephone Companies
87/151
01/20/98
Ordinance No. 33698, on second reading, authorizing the City Manager to
execute on behalf of the City and Amendment to the Temporary Nonexclusive Revocable
License Agreement dated January 7, 1997, with KMC Telecom of Virginia, Inc., (KMC);
Adopted Ordinance No. 33698-012098 on second reading. (7-0)
Licenses
87/151
01/20/98
Ordinance No. 33698, on second reading, authorizing the City Manager to
execute on behalf of the City and Amendment to the Temporary Nonexclusive Revocable
License Agreement dated January 7, 1997, with KMC Telecom of Virginia, Inc., (KMC);
Adopted Ordinance No. 33698-012098 on second reading. (7-0)
City Information Systems
87/151
01/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Parrott referred to a communication from the City manager with regard
to the City's efforts in addressing the issue of reprogramming the City's computers to
recognize the year 2000. He commended the City Manager and City staff for their
foresight in planning ahead to address this issue. The Mayor requested that this
information be placed on the Internet and published in the "CityPage" in The Roanoke
Times.
Sidewalk/Curb and Gutter
87/152
01/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain stated that he has heard favorable comments from citizens with
regard to the City's clean up efforts in the areas of sidewalks, curb and gutter and junk
cars; however, he expressed concern with regard to safety hazards due to the existence
of dilapidated garages in the City, especially in older neighborhoods. He requested that
the City administration review its current system and work to develop a plan to deal with
these safety hazards.
Parks and Recreation
87/152
01/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain stated that he has heard favorable comments from citizens with
regard to the City's clean up efforts in the areas of sidewalks, curb and gutter and junk cars;
however, he expressed concern with regard to safety hazards due to the existence of
dilapidated garages in the City, especially in older neighborhoods. He requested that the
City administration review its current system and work to develop a plan to deal with these
safety hazards.
Public Works
87/152
01/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain stated that he has heard favorable comments from citizens with
regard to the City's clean up efforts in the areas of sidewalks, curb and gutter and junk cars;
however, he expressed concern with regard to safety hazards due to the existence of
dilapidated garages in the City, especially in older neighborhoods. He requested that the
City administration review its current system and work to develop a plan to deal with these
safety hazards.
Parks and Recreation
87/152
01/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White inquired as to when automated refuse collection will be
implemented in the next area of the City; whereupon, the Director of Public Works
advised that the goal is to have the entire City on the automated refuse collection system
by April 1998, and it is anticipated that the remainder of City residents will receive
recycling containers by the end of the current calendar year.
Refuse Collection
87/152
01/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White inquired as to when automated refuse collection will be
implemented in the next area of the City; whereupon, the Director of Public Works advised
that the goal is to have the entire City on the automated refuse collection system by April
1998, and it is anticipated that the remainder of City residents will receive recycling
containers by the end of the current calendar year.
Public Works
87/152
01/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White inquired as to when automated refuse collection will be
implemented in the next area of the City; whereupon, the Director of Public Works advised
that the goal is to have the entire City on the automated refuse collection system by April
1998, and it is anticipated that the remainder of City residents will receive recycling
containers by the end of the current calendar year.
Budget
87/152
01/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; The
Mayor read a communication from David L. Kjolhede, Executive Director of The Roanoke
Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, requesting funding in the amount of $525,000.00
for fiscal year 1998-99. Council adopted a motion to refer the request to 1998-99 budget
study.
Zoning
87/159
01/20/98
Public hearing on the 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 enhancements projects in
fiscal year 1998-1999. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; Adopted Resolution No. 33708-
012098 and Resolution No. 33709-012098. (7-0)
Budget
87/159
01/20/98
Public hearing on the 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 enhancements projects in
fiscal year 1998-1999. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; Adopted Resolution No.
33708-012098 and Resolution No. 33709-012098. (7-0)
Community Planning
87/159
01/20/98
Public hearing on the 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 enhancements projects in
fiscal year 1998-1999. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; Adopted Resolution No.
33708-012098 and Resolution No. 33709-012098. (7-0)
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/155
01/20/98
Report with regard to activities of the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
Steering Committee. William E. Skeen, Chairperson; Received and filed.
Zoning
87/156
01/20/98
Public hearing on the request of Robert C. Brammer to amend the proffered
conditions for rezoning of a tract of land containing 5.44 acres, more or less, located at
2941 Peters Creek Road, N.W., described as Official Tax No. 6410103, which rezoning was
previously approved by the Council of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Ordinance No.
32658-092595, adopted on September 25, 1995. David C. Helscher, Attorney; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33706 on first reading. (7-0)
Zoning
87/157
01/20/98
Public hearing on the request of Michael S. Sledd, representing Ruby G.
Owens, that a tract of land containing 0.13 acre, more or less, described as Lots 25 and 26,
Map of Laurel Terrace Corporation, Official Tax No. 3120713, more commonly known as
2143 Byrd Avenue, N.E., be rezoned from LM, Light Manufacturing District, to RM-1,
Residential Multi-family, Low Density District. Charles W. Boone, Spokesperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33707 on first reading. (6-0) (Council Member Parrott abstained from
voting.)
Zoning
87/158
01/20/98
Public hearing on the request of Gary W. Scaggs that a tract of land located
at 2613 Oakland Boulevard, N.W., identified as Official Tax No. 2150108, be rezoned from
RS-3, Single Family Residential District, to RM-2, Residential Multi Family District, subject
to certain conditions proffered by the petitioner. Edward A. Natt, Attorney; Council
concurred in a request of Mr. Natt to defer the matter for an indefinite period of time.
Grants
87/159
01/20/98
Public hearing on the 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 enhancements projects in
fiscal year 1998-1999. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager; Adopted Resolution No.
33708-012098 and Resolution No. 33709-012098. (7-0)
Roanoke Symphony Orchestra
87/180
02/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout inquired about the status of acquiring a new portable acoustical
shell for the Auditorium at the Roanoke Civic Center; whereupon, the City Manager
advised that the acoustical shell will be a priority in the next round of Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program funding, and, if approved by Council, the
acoustical shell will be in place in time for the fall season of The Roanoke Symphony.
CMERP
87/180
02/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout inquired about the status of acquiring a new portable acoustical
shell for the Auditorium at the Roanoke Civic Center; whereupon, the City Manager
advised that the acoustical shell will be a priority in the next round of Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program funding, and, if approved by Council, the
acoustical shell will be in place in time for the fall season of The Roanoke Symphony.
Roanoke Civic Center
87/180
02/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout inquired about the status of acquiring a new portable acoustical
shell for the Auditorium at the Roanoke Civic Center; whereupon, the City Manager
advised that the acoustical shell will be a priority in the next round of Capital
Maintenance and Equipment Replacement Program funding, and, if approved by Council,
the acoustical shell will be in place in time for the fall season of The Roanoke Symphony.
Committees
87/170
02/02/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/170
02/02/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Attorney
87/170
02/02/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session for consultation
with legal counsel as to specific legal matters requiring the advice of counsel, specifically
an issue involving the use of City-owned land lying within the City, pursuant to Section 2.1-
344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to convene
in Executive Session.
City Council
87/170
02/02/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session for consultation
with legal counsel as to specific legal matters requiring the advice of counsel, specifically
an issue involving the use of City-owned land lying within the City, pursuant to Section
2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to
convene in Executive Session.
City Property
87/170
02/02/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session for consultation
with legal counsel as to specific legal matters requiring the advice of counsel, specifically
an issue involving the use of City-owned land lying within the City, pursuant to Section
2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to
convene in Executive Session.
Budget
87/171
02/02/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to personnel lapse for the second
quarter of fiscal year 1997-98; Receive and file.
City Manager
87/171
02/02/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to personnel lapse for the second
quarter of fiscal year 1997-98; Receive and file.
Budget
87/172
02/02/98
A report of the City Manager recommending approval of a revised date for the
public hearing on the fiscal year 1998-99 budget; Concur in the recommendation.
Oaths of Office
87/172
02/02/98
Qualification of Roy E. Bucher, Jr., as a member of the Roanoke Civic Center
Commission for a term ending September 30, 2000.
Committees
87/172
02/02/98
Qualification of Roy E. Bucher, Jr., as a member of the Roanoke Civic Center
Commission for a term ending September 30, 2000.
Roanoke Civic Center
87/172
02/02/98
Qualification of Roy E. Bucher, Jr., as a member of the Roanoke Civic Center
Commission for a term ending September 30, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/172
02/02/98
Qualification of Barbara N. Duerk as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1998.
Committees
87/172
02/02/98
Qualification of Barbara N. Duerk as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1998.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/172
02/02/98
Qualification of Barbara N. Duerk as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1998.
Oaths of Office
87/172
02/02/98
Qualification of Louise C. Williams as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Zoning
87/172
02/02/98
Qualification of Louise C. Williams as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/172
02/02/98
Qualification of Louise C. Williams as a member of the Board of Zoning
Appeals for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/173
02/02/98
Qualification of Thomas M. Winn, III, as a member of the Youth Services
Citizen Board for a term ending May 31, 2000.
Committees
87/173
02/02/98
Qualification of Thomas M. Winn, III, as a member of the Youth Services
Citizen Board for a term ending May 31, 2000.
Youth
87/173
02/02/98
Qualification of Thomas M. Winn, III, as a member of the Youth Services
Citizen Board for a term ending May 31, 2000.
River Parkway/Explore Park
87/173
02/02/98
Presentation of a slide update on Virginia's Explore Park. Roger F. Ellmore,
Spokesperson; Received and filed.
City Clerk
87/173
02/02/98
A report advising of expiration of the three-year terms of office of Harry F.
Davis and Melinda J. Payne as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board on June 30,
1998, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in the City Clerk's
Office until 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday, March 10, 1998; Received and filed.
Committees
87/173
02/02/98
A report advising of expiration of the three-year terms of office of Harry F.
Davis and Melinda J. Payne as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board on June 30,
1998, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in the City Clerk's
Office until 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday, March 10, 1998; Received and filed.
Schools
87/173
02/02/98
A report advising of expiration of the three-year terms of office of Harry F.
Davis and Melinda J. Payne as Trustees of the Roanoke City School Board on June 30,
1998, and applications for the upcoming vacancies will be received in the City Clerk's
Office until 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday, March 10, 1998; Received and filed.
Director of Finance
87/174
02/02/98
A financial report for the month of December, 1997; Received and filed.
Audits/Financial Reports
87/174
02/02/98
A financial report for the month of December, 1997; Received and filed.
Budget
87/174
02/02/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Raymond E. Jackson Constructors, Inc., in the amount of $118,437.00, for upgrade of the
heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems at the City's Main Library; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33710-020298 and Ordinance No. 33711-020298. (7-0)
Libraries
87/174
02/02/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Raymond E. Jackson Constructors, Inc., in the amount of $118,437.00, for upgrade of the
heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems at the City's Main Library; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33710-020298 and Ordinance No. 33711-020298. (7-0)
City Property
87/176
02/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
advertise certain City property for sale to the general public, which property is located in
Roanoke County across Underhill Avenue, S.E., near the City's Water Pollution Control
Plant. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No. 33712-020298. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/176
02/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
advertise certain City property for sale to the general public, which property is located in
Roanoke County across Underhill Avenue, S.E., near the City's Water Pollution Control
Plant. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No. 33712-020298. (7-0)
Consultants Reports
87/177
02/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that the City
Manager be directed to retain the services of a consultant, to be funded by the Water
Fund, to develop a comprehensive land use plan for Carvins Cove Reservoir property.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; The City Manager was directed to retain the
services of a consultant, pursuant to the City's Procurement Code, to study the City's entire
Carvins Cove Reservoir property and produce a comprehensive land use plan for such
property with the objective of maximizing recreational uses of the property while at the
same time protecting the primary water supply for the citizens of Roanoke from any use
that would adversely affect the quality or quantity of such water or the cost of producing
potable drinking water, such study shall be funded by an appropriation from the Water
Fund; and that the Members of Council be invited to provide input regarding the request
for proposal.
Water Resources
87/177
02/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that the City
Manager be directed to retain the services of a consultant, to be funded by the Water Fund,
to develop a comprehensive land use plan for Carvins Cove Reservoir property.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; The City Manager was directed to retain the
services of a consultant, pursuant to the City's Procurement Code, to study the City's entire
Carvins Cove Reservoir property and produce a comprehensive land use plan for such
property with the objective of maximizing recreational uses of the property while at the
same time protecting the primary water supply for the citizens of Roanoke from any use
that would adversely affect the quality or quantity of such water or the cost of producing
potable drinking water, such study shall be funded by an appropriation from the Water
Fund; and that the Members of Council be invited to provide input regarding the request for
proposal.
Housing/Authority
87/178
02/02/98
Ordinance No. 33705, on second reading, amending and reordaining Section
20-89, Penalties for unlawful parking, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as
amended, the amended section to provide for the increase of certain penalties for
unlawful parking within the City of Roanoke; and providing for an effective date; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33705-020298 on second reading. (7-0)
Traffic
87/178
02/02/98
Ordinance No. 33705, on second reading, amending and reordaining Section
20-89, Penalties for unlawful parking, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as
amended, the amended section to provide for the increase of certain penalties for
unlawful parking within the City of Roanoke; and providing for an effective date; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33705-020298 on second reading. (7-0)
City Code
87/178
02/02/98
Ordinance No. 33705, on second reading, amending and reordaining Section
20-89, Penalties for unlawful parking, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as
amended, the amended section to provide for the increase of certain penalties for
unlawful parking within the City of Roanoke; and providing for an effective date; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33705-020298 on second reading. (7-0)
Zoning
87/179
02/02/98
Ordinance No. 33706, on second reading, amending the proffered conditions
for rezoning of a tract of land containing 5.44 acres, more or less, located at 2941 Peters
Creek Road, N.W., described as Official Tax No. 6410103, which rezoning was previously
approved by the Council of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Ordinance No. 32658-092595
adopted on September 25, 1995; Adopted Ordinance No. 33706-020298 on second reading.
(7-0)
Zoning
87/179
02/02/98
Ordinance No. 33707, on second reading, rezoning a tract of land containing
0.13 acre, more or less, described as Lots 25 and 26, Block 7, Map of Laurel Terrace
Corporation, Official Tax No. 3120713, more commonly known as 2143 Byrd Avenue, N.E.,
from LM, Light Manufacturing District, to RM-1, Residential Multi-family, Low Density
District; Adopted Ordinance No. 33707-020298 on second reading. (7-0)
Oaths of Office
87/182
02/02/98
Acree Hayes was appointed to the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1998.
Committees
87/182
02/02/98
Acree Hayes was appointed to the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1998.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/182
02/02/98
Acree Hayes was appointed to the Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1998.
Housing/Authority
87/180
02/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain called attention to concerns expressed by certain residents of the
City regarding the encroachment of infill housing in their neighborhood, which infill
housing is not compatible with the overall character of the remainder of the
neighborhood. He requested that the City Manager investigate this specific concern and,
in addition, provide Council with a report on the seriousness of the issue, city-wide.
State Highways
87/180
02/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout requested that City officials confer with officials of the Virginia
Department of Transportation to determine if the vertical screen/fence can be reinstalled
in I-581 at the location of Cycle Systems, Incorporated.
Complaints
87/180
02/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout requested that City officials confer with officials of the Virginia
Department of Transportation to determine if the vertical screen/fence can be reinstalled in
I-581 at the location of Cycle Systems, Incorporated.
Complaints
87/180
02/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout inquired if the barrels on I-581 in the vicinity of the ramp leading to
the Roanoke Civic Center can be removed inasmuch as certain construction in the area
has been completed.
State Highways
87/180
02/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout inquired if the barrels on I-581 in the vicinity of the ramp leading to
the Roanoke Civic Center can be removed inasmuch as certain construction in the area has
been completed.
Roanoke Civic Center
87/180
02/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Trout inquired if the barrels on I-581 in the vicinity of the ramp leading to
the Roanoke Civic Center can be removed inasmuch as certain construction in the area has
been completed.
Oaths of Office
87/181
02/02/98
Barry W. Baird was appointed to the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission
for a term ending June 30, 1999.
Committees
87/181
02/02/98
Barry W. Baird was appointed to the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission
for a term ending June 30, 1999.
Greenway System
87/181
02/02/98
Barry W. Baird was appointed to the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission
for a term ending June 30, 1999.
Oaths of Office
87/181
02/02/98
David A. Morgan was appointed to the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety
Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Committees
87/181
02/02/98
David A. Morgan was appointed to the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety
Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Transportation Safety
87/181
02/02/98
David A. Morgan was appointed to the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety
Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Zoning
87/183
02/02/98
Joel W. Richert was appointed to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term
ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/183
02/02/98
Joel W. Richert was appointed to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term
ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/183
02/02/98
Sherman A. Holland was appointed to the Roanoke Valley Area Metropolitan
Planning Organization for a term ending June 30, 1999.
Oaths of Office
87/182
02/02/98
S. Deborah Oyler was appointed to the Industrial Development Authority for a
term ending October 20, 2001.
Committees
87/182
02/02/98
S. Deborah Oyler was appointed to the Industrial Development Authority for a
term ending October 20, 2001.
Industries
87/182
02/02/98
S. Deborah Oyler was appointed to the Industrial Development Authority for a
term ending October 20, 2001.
Oaths of Office
87/183
02/02/98
Joel W. Richert was appointed to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term
ending December 31, 2000.
Fifth Planning District Commission
87/183
02/02/98
Sherman A. Holland was appointed to the Roanoke Valley Area Metropolitan
Planning Organization for a term ending June 30, 1999.
City Council
87/183
02/02/98
In the absence of the Mayor and Vice-Mayor, Council Member White was
appointed as Chair pro tem to preside over the regular meeting of Council on Tuesday,
February 17, 1998.
Grants
87/200
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of a $4,500.00 Local Government
Challenge Grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33724-021798 and Resolution No. 33725-021798.
(5-0)
City Code
87/198
02/17/98
A report recommending repeal of the City Code requirement that the
Roanoke City Health Department permit and inspect barber, beauty, and nail salons and
schools, which are currently being permitted and inspected by the Virginia Board of
Cosmetology; Adopted Ordinance No. 33723-021798. (5-0)
Budget
87/200
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of a $4,500.00 Local Government
Challenge Grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33724-021798 and Resolution No. 33725-
021798. (5-0)
Juvenile Correctional Facilities
87/184
02/17/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to the Roanoke City Juvenile
Detention Center.
Consultants Reports
87/184
02/17/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to the Roanoke City Juvenile
Detention Center.
Police Department
87/185
02/17/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to Annual Crime Statistics.
City Council
87/186
02/17/98
Minutes of the regular meetings of City Council held on Monday, November 3,
1997, and Monday, November 17, 1997; Dispense with the reading thereof and approve as
recorded.
Committees
87/186
02/17/98
Qualification of Martin D. Jeffrey as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 2000; Receive and file.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/186
02/17/98
Qualification of Martin D. Jeffrey as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 2000; Receive and file.
Zoning
87/187
02/17/98
Request to remove from the table the petition of Southern Lane Group, LLC,
to rezone certain tracts of land located on Southern Lane, Southern Hills Drive and Griffin
Road, S.W., and schedule a public hearing on the request for Monday, March 16, 1998, at
7:00 p.m. Maryellen F. Goodlatte, Attorney; The matter was removed from the table and
the City Clerk was instructed to advertise a public hearing to be held on Monday, March
16, 1998, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard.
Segregation/Integration
87/187
02/17/98
Presentation with regard to activities of the Roanoke Valley Convention and
Visitor's Bureau over the past fiscal year. David L. Kjolhede, Executive Director,
Spokesperson; Received and filed.
Convention and Visitor's Bureau
87/187
02/17/98
Presentation with regard to activities of the Roanoke Valley Convention and
Visitor's Bureau over the past fiscal year. David L. Kjolhede, Executive Director,
Spokesperson; Received and filed.
Elections
87/188
02/17/98
Request to address Council with regard to an increase in compensation for
voting machine mechanics who serve the City of Roanoke during each election.
Gilbert E. Butler, Jr., Secretary, Roanoke City Electoral Board; Referred to 1998-99 Budget
Study.
Budget
87/188
02/17/98
Request to address Council with regard to an increase in compensation for
voting machine mechanics who serve the City of Roanoke during each election.
Gilbert E. Butler, Jr., Secretary, Roanoke City Electoral Board; Referred to 1998-99 Budget
Study.
Budget
87/188
02/17/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $841,700.00 for construction costs at the Huff Lane Elementary School;
and a report of the Director of Finance recommending that Council concur in the request;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33713-021798. (5-0)
Schools
87/188
02/17/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $841,700.00 for construction costs at the Huff Lane Elementary School; and
a report of the Director of Finance recommending that Council concur in the request;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33713-021798. (5-0)
Budget
87/189
02/17/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement with First Union National
Bank, to amend the City's Lease Agreement with Signet Bank, predecessor in interest to
First Union National Bank, for lease of additional office space within the former Signet
Bank Building to house the Child Day Care and Pregnant Teen/Teen Parent Programs and
staff; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33714-021798 and 33715-021798. (5-0)
Human Development
87/189
02/17/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement with First Union National
Bank, to amend the City's Lease Agreement with Signet Bank, predecessor in interest to
First Union National Bank, for lease of additional office space within the former Signet
Bank Building to house the Child Day Care and Pregnant Teen/Teen Parent Programs and
staff; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33714-021798 and 33715-021798. (5-0)
First Union National Bank
87/189
02/17/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement with First Union National
Bank, to amend the City's Lease Agreement with Signet Bank, predecessor in interest to
First Union National Bank, for lease of additional office space within the former Signet
Bank Building to house the Child Day Care and Pregnant Teen/Teen Parent Programs and
staff; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33714-021798 and 33715-021798. (5-0)
Teen Pregnancies
87/189
02/17/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement with First Union National
Bank, to amend the City's Lease Agreement with Signet Bank, predecessor in interest to
First Union National Bank, for lease of additional office space within the former Signet
Bank Building to house the Child Day Care and Pregnant Teen/Teen Parent Programs and
staff; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33714-021798 and 33715-021798. (5-0)
Leases
87/189
02/17/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement with First Union National
Bank, to amend the City's Lease Agreement with Signet Bank, predecessor in interest to
First Union National Bank, for lease of additional office space within the former Signet
Bank Building to house the Child Day Care and Pregnant Teen/Teen Parent Programs and
staff; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33714-021798 and 33715-021798. (5-0)
State Highways
87/191
02/17/98
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 Resolution No. 33716-021798. (4-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/191
02/17/98
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 Resolution No. 33716-021798. (4-0)
Police Department
87/193
02/17/98
A report recommending purchase of certain 4-wheel drive vehicles for use by
various City departments; Adopted Resolution No. 33717-021798. (4-0)
Traffic
87/193
02/17/98
A report recommending purchase of certain 4-wheel drive vehicles for use by
various City departments; Adopted Resolution No. 33717-021798. (4-0)
General Services
87/193
02/17/98
A report recommending purchase of certain 4-wheel drive vehicles for use by
various City departments; Adopted Resolution No. 33717-021798. (4-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/193
02/17/98
A report recommending purchase of certain 4-wheel drive vehicles for use by
various City departments; Adopted Resolution No. 33717-021798. (4-0)
Capital Improvements Program
87/193
02/17/98
A report recommending purchase of certain 4-wheel drive vehicles for use by
various City departments; Adopted Resolution No. 33717-021798. (4-0)
Equipment
87/193
02/17/98
A report recommending purchase of certain 4-wheel drive vehicles for use by
various City departments; Adopted Resolution No. 33717-021798. (4-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/194
02/17/98
A report recommending purchase of one new Mobile Stage/Performance
Center with stage extensions, for use by the Parks and Recreation Department, at a total
cost of $77,361.00; Adopted Resolution No. 33718-021798. (4-0)
Equipment
87/194
02/17/98
A report recommending purchase of one new Mobile Stage/Performance
Center with stage extensions, for use by the Parks and Recreation Department, at a total
cost of $77,361.00; Adopted Resolution No. 33718-021798. (4-0)
Police Department
87/195
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of $46,875.00 in additional grant funds
from the Department of Criminal Justice Services Grant Program for records management
improvements; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33719-021798 and Resolution No. 33720-021798. (5-0)
Budget
87/195
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of $46,875.00 in additional grant funds
from the Department of Criminal Justice Services Grant Program for records management
improvements; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No.
33719-021798 and Resolution No. 33720-021798. (5-0)
Grants
87/195
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of $46,875.00 in additional grant funds
from the Department of Criminal Justice Services Grant Program for records management
improvements; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No.
33719-021798 and Resolution No. 33720-021798. (5-0)
Police Department
87/196
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of $37,525.00 in additional funds from the
Department of Criminal Justice Services, Forfeited Asset Sharing Program; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33721-021798. (5-0)
Budget
87/196
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of $37,525.00 in additional funds from the
Department of Criminal Justice Services, Forfeited Asset Sharing Program; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33721-021798. (5-0)
Commonwealth's Attorney
87/196
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of $37,525.00 in additional funds from the
Department of Criminal Justice Services, Forfeited Asset Sharing Program; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33721-021798. (5-0)
Police Department
87/197
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of $62,030.00 in additional funds from the
U.S. Department of Justice, Forfeited Property Sharing Program; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33722-021798. (5-0)
Budget
87/197
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of $62,030.00 in additional funds from the
U.S. Department of Justice, Forfeited Property Sharing Program; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33722-021798. (5-0)
Commonwealth's Attorney
87/197
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of $62,030.00 in additional funds from the
U.S. Department of Justice, Forfeited Property Sharing Program; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33722-021798. (5-0)
Health Department
87/198
02/17/98
A report recommending repeal of the City Code requirement that the
Roanoke City Health Department permit and inspect barber, beauty, and nail salons and
schools, which are currently being permitted and inspected by the Virginia Board of
Cosmetology; Adopted Ordinance No. 33723-021798. (5-0)
Schools
87/208
02/17/98
Ms. Katherine Glassbrenner, 5221 Medmont Circle, S.W., expressed concern
with regard to recent events at Roanoke City School Board meetings and requested that
Council consider the recall of School Trustee Harry F. Davis.
Zoning
87/208
02/17/98
Mr. Link Barrett, President, Southern Hills Improvement Association, advised
of a meeting with City officials to be held on Wednesday, February 18, 1998, to discuss
neighborhood improvements. He called attention to the continuing opposition of the
Southern Hills neighborhood with regard to the proposed rezoning on Southern Lane,
Southern Hills Drive and Griffin Road, S.W.
Neighborhood Organizations
87/208
02/17/98
Mr. Link Barrett, President, Southern Hills Improvement Association, advised
of a meeting with City officials to be held on Wednesday, February 18, 1998, to discuss
neighborhood improvements. He called attention to the continuing opposition of the
Southern Hills neighborhood with regard to the proposed rezoning on Southern Lane,
Southern Hills Drive and Griffin Road, S.W.
Arts Council of the Roanoke Valley
87/200
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of a $4,500.00 Local Government
Challenge Grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33724-021798 and Resolution No. 33725-021798.
(5-0)
Roanoke Symphony Orchestra
87/200
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of a $4,500.00 Local Government
Challenge Grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33724-021798 and Resolution No. 33725-021798.
(5-0)
Mill Mountain Theater
87/200
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of a $4,500.00 Local Government
Challenge Grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33724-021798 and Resolution No. 33725-021798.
(5-0)
ISTEA
87/200
02/17/98
A report recommending acceptance of a $4,500.00 Local Government
Challenge Grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33724-021798 and Resolution No. 33725-021798.
(5-0)
Virginia Tech
87/201
02/17/98
A report recommending approval of the proposed refinancing of the Hotel
Roanoke, and authorization for the City Manager to seek an amendment to the Section
108 loan pertaining to the refinancing; Adopted Resolution No. 33726-021798. (4-0)
Schools
87/203
02/17/98
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.
Budget
87/205
02/17/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending award of a lump sum contract
to Johnson Controls, Inc., in the amount of $124,950.00, for removal and replacement of
the chiller and cooling tower at the Roanoke City Jail; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33727-021798 and 33728-021798. (5-0)
City Jail
87/205
02/17/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending award of a lump sum contract
to Johnson Controls, Inc., in the amount of $124,950.00, for removal and replacement of the
chiller and cooling tower at the Roanoke City Jail; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33727-021798 and 33728-021798. (5-0)
Equipment
87/205
02/17/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending award of a lump sum contract
to Johnson Controls, Inc., in the amount of $124,950.00, for removal and replacement of the
chiller and cooling tower at the Roanoke City Jail; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33727-021798 and 33728-021798. (5-0)
Committees
87/207
02/17/98
A Resolution appointing a Director of the Industrial Development Authority of
the City of Roanoke to fill a four year term on its Board of Directors; Adopted Resolution
No. 33729-021798. (5-0)
Industries
87/207
02/17/98
A Resolution appointing a Director of the Industrial Development Authority of
the City of Roanoke to fill a four year term on its Board of Directors; Adopted Resolution No.
33729-021798. (5-0)
Complaints
87/208
02/17/98
Ms. Katherine Glassbrenner, 5221 Medmont Circle, S.W., expressed concern
with regard to recent events at Roanoke City School Board meetings and requested that
Council consider the recall of School Trustee Harry F. Davis.
Streets and Alleys
87/209
02/17/98
Public hearing on the request of William H. Fralin, Jr. and Karen B. Fralin
that a portion of 29th Street (formerly known as 8th Street), located between Carolina and
Rosalind Avenues, S.W., be permanently vacated, discontinued and closed. William H.
Fralin, Jr., Attorney; Adopted Ordinance No. 33730-021798 on first reading. (5-0)
Zoning
87/211
02/17/98
Public hearing on the request of Virginia Realty and Auction Company that
property located at 718-720 First Street, S.W., bearing Official Tax No. 1020511, be
designated as an H-2, Neighborhood Preservation District overlay to the existing C-3,
Central Business District designation. Boyd K. Temple, Spokesperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33731-021798 on first reading. (5-0)
City Code
87/213
02/17/98
Public hearing on the request of C.W. Francis & Son, Inc., t/a Francis
Realtors, to amend Chapter 36.1, Zoning, Sec. 36.1-288, Special exception uses, to permit
manufacturing establishments as a special exception use in the C-3, Central Business
District. William F. Trinkle, Spokesperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33732-021798 on first
reading. (5-0)
Zoning
87/213
02/17/98
Public hearing on the request of C.W. Francis & Son, Inc., t/a Francis
Realtors, to amend Chapter 36.1, Zoning, Sec. 36.1-288, Special exception uses, to permit
manufacturing establishments as a special exception use in the C-3, Central Business
District. William F. Trinkle, Spokesperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33732-021798 on first
reading. (5-0)
Audits/Financial Reports
87/250
03/02/98
A financial report for the month of January, 1998; Received and file.
Bonds/Bond Issues
87/250
03/02/98
A report with regard to appropriation of series 1997A Public Improvement
Bonds; Adopted Ordinance No. 33737-030298. (7-0)
Director of Finance
87/250
03/02/98
A financial report for the month of January, 1998; Received and file.
Oaths of Office
87/257
03/02/98
Gwendolyn J. Lawrence was appointed as a member of the Youth Services
Citizen Board for a term ending May 31, 2000.
Committees
87/257
03/02/98
Gwendolyn J. Lawrence was appointed as a member of the Youth Services
Citizen Board for a term ending May 31, 2000.
Youth
87/257
03/02/98
Gwendolyn J. Lawrence was appointed as a member of the Youth Services
Citizen Board for a term ending May 31, 2000.
First Union National Bank
87/243
03/02/98
A report recommending appropriation of a one-time revenue source from First
Union National Bank, in the amount of $85,739.00, to be designated for Salem Avenue
streetscape improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33733 on first reading. (Council
Members Swain, Wyatt and Mayor Bowers voted no.)
Streets and Alleys
87/243
03/02/98
A report recommending appropriation of a one-time revenue source from First
Union National Bank, in the amount of $85,739.00, to be designated for Salem Avenue
streetscape improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33733 on first reading. (Council
Members Swain, Wyatt and Mayor Bowers voted no.)
Traffic
87/246
03/02/98
A report recommending execution of agreements with Mattern and Craig,
Inc., and Hayes, Seay, Mattern & Mattern, Inc., for engineering services relating to
installation of new traffic signals; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33734-030298 and Resolution No. 33735-030298. (7-0)
Consultants Reports
87/248
03/02/98
A report with regard to a Comprehensive Land Use Study for the Carvins Cove
Watershed property; Members of Council will appoint a seven member Ad Hoc Citizens
Advisory Committee to advise City staff, the consultant and the Water Resources
Committee.
Water Resources
87/248
03/02/98
A report with regard to a Comprehensive Land Use Study for the Carvins Cove
Watershed property; Members of Council will appoint a seven member Ad Hoc Citizens
Advisory Committee to advise City staff, the consultant and the Water Resources
Committee.
Budget
87/249
03/02/98
A report recommending appropriation of grant funds, in the amount of
$9,372.00, from the State Rehabilitative Services Incentive Fund through the Fifth
Planning District Disability Services Board, to provide funds for Blue Ridge Community
Services and Unified Human Services Transportation Systems, Inc.; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33736-030298. (7-0)
Fifth Planning District Commission
87/249
03/02/98
A report recommending appropriation of grant funds, in the amount of
$9,372.00, from the State Rehabilitative Services Incentive Fund through the Fifth Planning
District Disability Services Board, to provide funds for Blue Ridge Community Services
and Unified Human Services Transportation Systems, Inc.; Adopted Ordinance No.
33736-030298. (7-0)
Blue Ridge Community Services
87/249
03/02/98
A report recommending appropriation of grant funds, in the amount of
$9,372.00, from the State Rehabilitative Services Incentive Fund through the Fifth Planning
District Disability Services Board, to provide funds for Blue Ridge Community Services
and Unified Human Services Transportation Systems, Inc.; Adopted Ordinance No.
33736-030298. (7-0)
Oaths of Office
87/241
03/02/98
David A. Morgan as a member of the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety
Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000; Receive and file.
Committees
87/241
03/02/98
David A. Morgan as a member of the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety
Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000; Receive and file.
Committees
87/239
03/02/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/239
03/02/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/239
03/02/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss
acquisition of real property for public purposes, specifically certain real property that may
be needed for public drainage purposes, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(3), Code of
Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive
Session.
City Attorney
87/239
03/02/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss
acquisition of real property for public purposes, specifically certain real property that may
be needed for public drainage purposes, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(3), Code of Virginia
(1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/239
03/02/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss
acquisition of real property for public purposes, specifically certain real property that may
be needed for public drainage purposes, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(3), Code of Virginia
(1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Housing/Authority
87/240
03/02/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to an annual assessment by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development of the City's overall performance during
the fiscal year 1996 Consolidated Plan Program Year; Receive and file.
Grants
87/240
03/02/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to an annual assessment by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development of the City's overall performance during
the fiscal year 1996 Consolidated Plan Program Year; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
87/241
03/02/98
Qualification of Joel W. Richert as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals
for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Zoning
87/241
03/02/98
Qualification of Joel W. Richert as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals
for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/241
03/02/98
Qualification of Joel W. Richert as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals
for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/241
03/02/98
Qualification of Barry W. Baird as a member of the Roanoke Valley
Greenways Commission for a term ending June 30, 1999; Receive and file.
Committees
87/241
03/02/98
Qualification of Barry W. Baird as a member of the Roanoke Valley
Greenways Commission for a term ending June 30, 1999; Receive and file.
Greenway System
87/241
03/02/98
Qualification of Barry W. Baird as a member of the Roanoke Valley
Greenways Commission for a term ending June 30, 1999; Receive and file.
City Code
87/255
03/02/98
Ordinance No. 33732, on second reading, amending Sec. 36.1-288, Special
exception uses, of Chapter 36.1, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as
amended, to permit manufacturing establishments as a special exception use in the C-3,
Central Business District; Adopted Ordinance No. 33732-030298 on second reading. (7-0)
Zoning
87/255
03/02/98
Ordinance No. 33732, on second reading, amending Sec. 36.1-288, Special
exception uses, of Chapter 36.1, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as
amended, to permit manufacturing establishments as a special exception use in the C-3,
Central Business District; Adopted Ordinance No. 33732-030298 on second reading. (7-0)
Transportation Safety
87/241
03/02/98
David A. Morgan as a member of the City of Roanoke Transportation Safety
Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000; Receive and file.
Economic Development
87/242
03/02/98
Presentation with regard to activities of the Roanoke Valley Economic
Development Partnership. Elizabeth S. Doughty, Executive Director; Received and filed.
Complaints
87/242
03/02/98
Request to address Council with regard to wholesale merchant business
license taxation relating to disposal of certain rental vehicles as wholesale transactions.
Melanie J. Logan, Controller, Enterprise Rent-A-Car; The matter was referred to the
Commissioner of the Revenue for consultation with the City Attorney, with the request that
Council be provided with copy of the response to Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Taxes
87/242
03/02/98
Request to address Council with regard to wholesale merchant business
license taxation relating to disposal of certain rental vehicles as wholesale transactions.
Melanie J. Logan, Controller, Enterprise Rent-A-Car; The matter was referred to the
Commissioner of the Revenue for consultation with the City Attorney, with the request that
Council be provided with copy of the response to Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Commissioner of Revenue
87/242
03/02/98
Request to address Council with regard to wholesale merchant business
license taxation relating to disposal of certain rental vehicles as wholesale transactions.
Melanie J. Logan, Controller, Enterprise Rent-A-Car; The matter was referred to the
Commissioner of the Revenue for consultation with the City Attorney, with the request that
Council be provided with copy of the response to Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Budget
87/243
03/02/98
A report recommending appropriation of a one-time revenue source from
First Union National Bank, in the amount of $85,739.00, to be designated for Salem
Avenue streetscape improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33733 on first reading.
(Council Members Swain, Wyatt and Mayor Bowers voted no.)
Y.M.C.A.
87/253
03/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
extension of the lease agreement with the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) for
property known as the Jefferson High School Gymnasium, for a one-year term, with
provision for renewal. Council Member William White, Sr., Acting Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33738 on first reading. (7-0)
Jefferson Center
87/253
03/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
extension of the lease agreement with the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) for
property known as the Jefferson High School Gymnasium, for a one-year term, with
provision for renewal. Council Member William White, Sr., Acting Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33738 on first reading. (7-0)
Leases
87/253
03/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
extension of the lease agreement with the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) for
property known as the Jefferson High School Gymnasium, for a one-year term, with
provision for renewal. Council Member William White, Sr., Acting Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33738 on first reading. (7-0)
Schools
87/253
03/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
extension of the lease agreement with the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) for
property known as the Jefferson High School Gymnasium, for a one-year term, with
provision for renewal. Council Member William White, Sr., Acting Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33738 on first reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/253
03/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
extension of the lease agreement with the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) for
property known as the Jefferson High School Gymnasium, for a one-year term, with
provision for renewal. Council Member William White, Sr., Acting Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33738 on first reading. (7-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/254
03/02/98
Ordinance No. 33730, on second reading, permanently vacating,
discontinuing and closing a portion of 29th Street, (formerly known as 8th Street), located
between Carolina and Rosalind Avenues, S.W.; Adopted Ordinance No. 33730-030298 on
second reading. (7-0)
Zoning
87/255
03/02/98
Ordinance No. 33731, on second reading, designating certain property located
at 718-720 First Street, S.W., bearing Official Tax No. 1020511, as an H-2, Neighborhood
Preservation District overlay to the existing C-3, Central Business District designation;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33731-030298 on second reading. (7-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/251
03/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
advertise for bids and to hold a public hearing with regard to a lease for air rights over
Crystal Spring Avenue, S.W., to allow construction of a four level parking garage sixteen
and one-half feet above the street between McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road.
Council Member William White, Sr., Acting Chairperson; Concurred in the
recommendation and authorized a public hearing to be held on Monday, April 20, 1998, at
7:00 p.m.
Refuse Collection
87/256
03/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain commended the program of the Sheriff's Department in which
inmates are assigned the responsibility of picking up litter at the entrances and exits to I-
581. He spoke in support of a public education campaign to apprise persons of the
consequences of littering and the cost to the taxpayers of the City of Roanoke to collect
litter.
Zoning
87/256
03/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Harris inquired about the demolition of a structure in the 300 block of Elm
Avenue, S.W., in the Historic District whereupon, the Director of Public Works advised that
he would investigate the matter and provide Council with a response no later than Friday,
March 5, 1998.
Complaints
87/256
03/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Harris inquired about the demolition of a structure in the 300 block of Elm
Avenue, S.W., in the Historic District whereupon, the Director of Public Works advised that
he would investigate the matter and provide Council with a response no later than Friday,
March 5, 1998.
Roanoke Memorial Hospitals
87/251
03/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
advertise for bids and to hold a public hearing with regard to a lease for air rights over
Crystal Spring Avenue, S.W., to allow construction of a four level parking garage sixteen
and one-half feet above the street between McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road.
Council Member William White, Sr., Acting Chairperson; Concurred in the
recommendation and authorized a public hearing to be held on Monday, April 20, 1998, at
7:00 p.m.
Water Resources
87/251
03/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
advertise for bids and to hold a public hearing with regard to a lease for air rights over
Crystal Spring Avenue, S.W., to allow construction of a four level parking garage sixteen
and one-half feet above the street between McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road.
Council Member William White, Sr., Acting Chairperson; Concurred in the
recommendation and authorized a public hearing to be held on Monday, April 20, 1998, at
7:00 p.m.
Air Rights
87/251
03/02/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
advertise for bids and to hold a public hearing with regard to a lease for air rights over
Crystal Spring Avenue, S.W., to allow construction of a four level parking garage sixteen
and one-half feet above the street between McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road.
Council Member William White, Sr., Acting Chairperson; Concurred in the
recommendation and authorized a public hearing to be held on Monday, April 20, 1998, at
7:00 p.m.
City Sheriff
87/256
03/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain commended the program of the Sheriff's Department in which
inmates are assigned the responsibility of picking up litter at the entrances and exits to I-
581. He spoke in support of a public education campaign to apprise persons of the
consequences of littering and the cost to the taxpayers of the City of Roanoke to collect
litter.
Public Works
87/256
03/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Harris inquired about the demolition of a structure in the 300 block of Elm
Avenue, S.W., in the Historic District whereupon, the Director of Public Works advised that
he would investigate the matter and provide Council with a response no later than Friday,
March 5, 1998.
City Council
87/256
03/02/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White called attention to the Council's Financial Planning Session which
was held on Saturday, February 28, 1998, and requested that the City Manager publish the
highlights of the meeting in the City Page and in any other publications he deems
appropriate.
Budget
87/263
03/16/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $360,000.00 from the Capital Maintenance and Equipment Replacement
Fund to be used for classroom/library furniture for Woodrow Wilson Middle School;
appropriation of funds to certain school grant accounts; and a report of the Director of
Finance recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33739-031698. (7-0)
Oaths of Office
87/262
03/16/98
Qualification of Ann J. Frances as a City representative to the Blue Ridge
Community Services Board of Directors for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Committees
87/261
03/16/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/261
03/16/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Industries
87/262
03/16/98
Qualification of S. Deborah Oyler as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority of the City of Roanoke for a term ending October 20, 2001; Receive and file.
State Highways
87/259
03/16/98
A briefing with regard to the Highway Improvement Program.
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/288
03/16/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
abandonment of a certain unused public easement for water and sewer located across
property on Speedwell Avenue, N.W., identified as Official Tax No. 2270808. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33757 on first reading. (7-0)
Easements
87/288
03/16/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
abandonment of a certain unused public easement for water and sewer located across
property on Speedwell Avenue, N.W., identified as Official Tax No. 2270808. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33757 on first reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/288
03/16/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization for
abandonment of a certain unused public easement for water and sewer located across
property on Speedwell Avenue, N.W., identified as Official Tax No. 2270808. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33757 on first reading. (7-0)
Committees
87/262
03/16/98
Qualification of Ann J. Frances as a City representative to the Blue Ridge
Community Services Board of Directors for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Blue Ridge Community Services
87/262
03/16/98
Qualification of Ann J. Frances as a City representative to the Blue Ridge
Community Services Board of Directors for a term ending December 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/262
03/16/98
Qualification of S. Deborah Oyler as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority of the City of Roanoke for a term ending October 20, 2001; Receive and file.
Committees
87/262
03/16/98
Qualification of S. Deborah Oyler as a Director of the Industrial Development
Authority of the City of Roanoke for a term ending October 20, 2001; Receive and file.
Airport
87/293
03/16/98
Claude N. Smith was reappointed as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2002.
Oaths of Office
87/293
03/16/98
Claude N. Smith was reappointed as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2002.
Committees
87/293
03/16/98
Claude N. Smith was reappointed as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2002.
Committees
87/293
03/16/98
Elizabeth T. Bowles, Ian Webb, M. Rupert Cutler, James K. Cowan, Jr.,
William H. Lamson, Wesley Best, and Chauncey L. Logan were appointed to the Citizens
Advisory Committee-Carvins Cove Reservoir.
Consultants Reports
87/293
03/16/98
Elizabeth T. Bowles, Ian Webb, M. Rupert Cutler, James K. Cowan, Jr.,
William H. Lamson, Wesley Best, and Chauncey L. Logan were appointed to the Citizens
Advisory Committee-Carvins Cove Reservoir.
Water Resources
87/293
03/16/98
Elizabeth T. Bowles, Ian Webb, M. Rupert Cutler, James K. Cowan, Jr.,
William H. Lamson, Wesley Best, and Chauncey L. Logan were appointed to the Citizens
Advisory Committee-Carvins Cove Reservoir.
Schools
87/294
03/16/98
Review and consideration of the following candidates for the position of
School Trustee: David W. Davis, Harry F. Davis, Daniel G. Oakey, Melinda J. Payne, and
Ruth C. Willson; Received and filed.
Zoning
87/295
03/16/98
Continuation of a public hearing on the request of Southern Lane Group, LLC,
that ten tracts of land located on Southern Lane, Southern Hills Drive and Griffin Road,
S.W., identified as Official Tax Nos. 5470108-5470115, inclusive, 5480701 and 5480704, be
rezoned from RS-3, Residential Single-family District, to C-2, General Commercial District,
subject to certain conditions proffered by the petitioner. Maryellen F. Goodlatte, Attorney;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33759 on first reading. (4-3). (Council Members White, Wyatt and
Harris voted no.)
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/302
03/16/98
Public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to Roanoke Vision,
Comprehensive Development Plan for Roanoke Virginia, 1985-2005, to include the
Roanoke Valley Regional Stormwater Management Plan, dated October, 1997. W. Robert
Herbert, City Manager; Adopted Resolution No. 33760-031698. (7-0)
Community Planning
87/302
03/16/98
Public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to Roanoke Vision,
Comprehensive Development Plan for Roanoke Virginia, 1985-2005, to include the Roanoke
Valley Regional Stormwater Management Plan, dated October, 1997. W. Robert Herbert,
City Manager; Adopted Resolution No. 33760-031698. (7-0)
Roanoke Vision, Comprehensive Development Plan
87/302
03/16/98
Public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to Roanoke Vision,
Comprehensive Development Plan for Roanoke Virginia, 1985-2005, to include the Roanoke
Valley Regional Stormwater Management Plan, dated October, 1997. W. Robert Herbert,
City Manager; Adopted Resolution No. 33760-031698. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/302
03/16/98
Public hearing to consider a proposed amendment to Roanoke Vision,
Comprehensive Development Plan for Roanoke Virginia, 1985-2005, to include the Roanoke
Valley Regional Stormwater Management Plan, dated October, 1997. W. Robert Herbert,
City Manager; Adopted Resolution No. 33760-031698. (7-0)
Schools
87/263
03/16/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $360,000.00 from the Capital Maintenance and Equipment Replacement
Fund to be used for classroom/library furniture for Woodrow Wilson Middle School;
appropriation of funds to certain school grant accounts; and a report of the Director of
Finance recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33739-031698. (7-0)
Airport
87/265
03/16/98
A communication from Jacqueline L. Shuck, Executive Director, Roanoke
Regional Airport, requesting approval of the Airport Commission's 1998-99 proposed
Operating and Capital Purchases budget, as well as a listing of proposed capital
expenditures which are expected to exceed $100,000.00; Adopted Resolution
No. 33740-031698. (7-0)
Budget
87/265
03/16/98
A communication from Jacqueline L. Shuck, Executive Director, Roanoke
Regional Airport, requesting approval of the Airport Commission's 1998-99 proposed
Operating and Capital Purchases budget, as well as a listing of proposed capital
expenditures which are expected to exceed $100,000.00; Adopted Resolution
No. 33740-031698. (7-0)
Police Department
87/266
03/16/98
A report recommending execution of an amendment to the agreement
between the City of Roanoke and the Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority, to
provide and enhance Roanoke City Police C.O.P.E. activities on property managed by the
Housing Authority; Adopted Resolution No. 33741-031698. (7-0)
Housing/Authority
87/266
03/16/98
A report recommending execution of an amendment to the agreement
between the City of Roanoke and the Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority, to
provide and enhance Roanoke City Police C.O.P.E. activities on property managed by the
Housing Authority; Adopted Resolution No. 33741-031698. (7-0)
Budget
87/267
03/16/98
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program and Prior Year Retained Earnings Account, to
provide for acquisition of priority technology needs and enhancements; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33742-031698. (7-0)
CMERP
87/267
03/16/98
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program and Prior Year Retained Earnings Account, to
provide for acquisition of priority technology needs and enhancements; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33742-031698. (7-0)
Equipment
87/267
03/16/98
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program and Prior Year Retained Earnings Account, to
provide for acquisition of priority technology needs and enhancements; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33742-031698. (7-0)
State Highways
87/269
03/16/98
A report recommending adoption of measures requesting that the Virginia
Department of Transportation authorize two railroad grade crossing safety projects as
urban highway projects to be included in this year's update of VDOT's Six-Year
Improvement Program; Adopted Resolution Nos. 33743-031698 and 33744-031698. (7-0)
Budget
87/270
03/16/98
A report recommending execution of a City-State Agreement between the
City and the Virginia Department of Transportation and appropriation of ISTEA funds in
the amount of $40,000.00 for improvements to the Virginia Museum of Transportation;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33745-031698 and Resolution No. 33746-031698. (7-0)
Virginia Transportation Museum
87/270
03/16/98
A report recommending execution of a City-State Agreement between the City
and the Virginia Department of Transportation and appropriation of ISTEA funds in the
amount of $40,000.00 for improvements to the Virginia Museum of Transportation; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33745-031698 and Resolution No. 33746-031698. (7-0)
ISTEA
87/270
03/16/98
A report recommending execution of a City-State Agreement between the City
and the Virginia Department of Transportation and appropriation of ISTEA funds in the
amount of $40,000.00 for improvements to the Virginia Museum of Transportation; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33745-031698 and Resolution No. 33746-031698. (7-0)
Budget
87/273
03/16/98
A report recommending execution of an architectural/engineering contract
with LMW, PC, in association with DJG, Inc., for design, development and construction
documents, contract administration and project inspection for construction of a new fire
station for the Peters Creek Road Corridor; and appropriation of funds in connection
therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33747-031698 and Resolution No. 33748-031698. (7-0)
Fire Department
87/273
03/16/98
A report recommending execution of an architectural/engineering contract
with LMW, PC, in association with DJG, Inc., for design, development and construction
documents, contract administration and project inspection for construction of a new fire
station for the Peters Creek Road Corridor; and appropriation of funds in connection
therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33747-031698 and Resolution No. 33748-031698. (7-0)
Consultants Reports
87/273
03/16/98
A report recommending execution of an architectural/engineering contract
with LMW, PC, in association with DJG, Inc., for design, development and construction
documents, contract administration and project inspection for construction of a new fire
station for the Peters Creek Road Corridor; and appropriation of funds in connection
therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33747-031698 and Resolution No. 33748-031698. (7-0)
CMERP
87/275
03/16/98
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program and Prior Year Retained Earnings Account, to
provide funds for acquisition of certain operational items for various City departments;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33749-031698. (7-0)
Equipment
87/275
03/16/98
A report recommending fund appropriations from the Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program and Prior Year Retained Earnings Account, to
provide funds for acquisition of certain operational items for various City departments;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33749-031698. (7-0)
Fifth Planning District Commission
87/278
03/16/98
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution endorsing the membership
of Franklin County in the Fifth Planning District Regional Alliance; Adopted Resolution No.
33750-031698. (7-0)
Director of Finance
87/280
03/16/98
A report with regard to procurement of software and hardware for a Utility
Billing System, and procurement of meter reading hand held devices; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33751-031698 and 33752-031698. (7-0)
Billings and Collections
87/280
03/16/98
A report with regard to procurement of software and hardware for a Utility
Billing System, and procurement of meter reading hand held devices; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33751-031698 and 33752-031698. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/280
03/16/98
A report with regard to procurement of software and hardware for a Utility
Billing System, and procurement of meter reading hand held devices; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33751-031698 and 33752-031698. (7-0)
Equipment
87/280
03/16/98
A report with regard to procurement of software and hardware for a Utility
Billing System, and procurement of meter reading hand held devices; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33751-031698 and 33752-031698. (7-0)
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/282
03/16/98
A report with regard to judicial sale of real property for delinquent taxes;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33753-031698. (7-0)
Taxes
87/282
03/16/98
A report with regard to judicial sale of real property for delinquent taxes;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33753-031698. (7-0)
City Employees
87/283
03/16/98
A report recommending authorization for the retirement administration to
calculate pensions under the Employees' Retirement System (ERS) and the Employees'
Supplemental Retirement System (ESRS) for members of the ESRS who have 42 years or
more of creditable service, and allowing the member to select the most favorable option;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33754-031698. (7-0)
Pensions
87/283
03/16/98
A report recommending authorization for the retirement administration to
calculate pensions under the Employees' Retirement System (ERS) and the Employees'
Supplemental Retirement System (ESRS) for members of the ESRS who have 42 years or
more of creditable service, and allowing the member to select the most favorable option;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33754-031698. (7-0)
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/285
03/16/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a unit price
contract with Casper Colosimo & Son, Inc., in the amount of $12,931,078.00, for
construction of the Roanoke River Interceptor Sewer Replacement, Contracts C, D and E;
and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33755-031698 and 33756-031698. (7-0)
Budget
87/285
03/16/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a unit price
contract with Casper Colosimo & Son, Inc., in the amount of $12,931,078.00, for construction
of the Roanoke River Interceptor Sewer Replacement, Contracts C, D and E; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33755-031698 and 33756-031698. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/285
03/16/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a unit price
contract with Casper Colosimo & Son, Inc., in the amount of $12,931,078.00, for construction
of the Roanoke River Interceptor Sewer Replacement, Contracts C, D and E; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33755-031698 and 33756-031698. (7-0)
Budget
87/291
03/16/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White requested that citizens be advised that delivery of City services is
driven by the tax base.
Oaths of Office
87/292
03/16/98
Wanda English was appointed as a member of the Special Events Committee
for a term ending June 30, 1998.
Committees
87/292
03/16/98
Wanda English was appointed as a member of the Special Events Committee
for a term ending June 30, 1998.
Street Lights
87/289
03/16/98
Ordinance No. 33733, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1997-98 Capital Projects Fund Appropriations, relating to Salem Avenue
streetscape improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33733-031698 on second reading. (6-1)
(Mayor Bowers voted no.)
Sidewalk/Curb and Gutter
87/289
03/16/98
Ordinance No. 33733, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1997-98 Capital Projects Fund Appropriations, relating to Salem Avenue
streetscape improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33733-031698 on second reading. (6-1)
(Mayor Bowers voted no.)
Budget
87/289
03/16/98
Ordinance No. 33733, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1997-98 Capital Projects Fund Appropriations, relating to Salem Avenue
streetscape improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33733-031698 on second reading. (6-1)
(Mayor Bowers voted no.)
FDETC
87/289
03/16/98
Ordinance No. 33733, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1997-98 Capital Projects Fund Appropriations, relating to Salem Avenue
streetscape improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33733-031698 on second reading. (6-1)
(Mayor Bowers voted no.)
First Union National Bank
87/289
03/16/98
Ordinance No. 33733, on second reading, amending and reordaining certain
sections of the 1997-98 Capital Projects Fund Appropriations, relating to Salem Avenue
streetscape improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33733-031698 on second reading. (6-1)
(Mayor Bowers voted no.)
Y.M.C.A.
87/290
03/16/98
Ordinance No. 33738, on second reading, authorizing the renewal of a lease
agreement between the City, the School Board of the City of Roanoke, and the Young
Men's Christian Association of Roanoke, Virginia, for use of the Jefferson High School
gymnasium, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33738-031698 on
second reading. (7-0)
Jefferson Center
87/290
03/16/98
Ordinance No. 33738, on second reading, authorizing the renewal of a lease
agreement between the City, the School Board of the City of Roanoke, and the Young
Men's Christian Association of Roanoke, Virginia, for use of the Jefferson High School
gymnasium, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33738-031698 on
second reading. (7-0)
Leases
87/290
03/16/98
Ordinance No. 33738, on second reading, authorizing the renewal of a lease
agreement between the City, the School Board of the City of Roanoke, and the Young
Men's Christian Association of Roanoke, Virginia, for use of the Jefferson High School
gymnasium, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33738-031698 on
second reading. (7-0)
Schools
87/290
03/16/98
Ordinance No. 33738, on second reading, authorizing the renewal of a lease
agreement between the City, the School Board of the City of Roanoke, and the Young
Men's Christian Association of Roanoke, Virginia, for use of the Jefferson High School
gymnasium, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33738-031698 on
second reading. (7-0)
City Council
87/290
03/16/98
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:15 p.m., on Monday, April 6, 1998;
Adopted Resolution No. 33758-031698. (7-0)
Youth
87/290
03/16/98
A Resolution changing the time and place of commencement of the regular
meeting of City Council scheduled to be held at 12:15 p.m., on Monday, April 6, 1998;
Adopted Resolution No. 33758-031698. (7-0)
Budget
87/291
03/16/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; With
regard to the fiscal year 1998-99 budget process, Council Member Swain spoke in support
of disseminating information to the citizens of Roanoke regarding the inflation rate, salary
and fringe benefits improvements for City employees, equipment replacement,
improvements to and updating of certain aspects of the City's infrastructure, sustaining
and expanding quality of life facilities/programs such as libraries, recreation centers, etc.
Special Events
87/292
03/16/98
Wanda English was appointed as a member of the Special Events Committee
for a term ending June 30, 1998.
Oaths of Office
87/292
03/16/98
E.L. Noell was appointed as a member of the Flood Plain Committee for a
term ending June 30, 1998.
Committees
87/292
03/16/98
E.L. Noell was appointed as a member of the Flood Plain Committee for a
term ending June 30, 1998.
Flood Reduction/Control
87/292
03/16/98
E.L. Noell was appointed as a member of the Flood Plain Committee for a
term ending June 30, 1998.
City Council
87/304
03/16/98
Council voted to convene in Executive Session to discuss a matter with
regard to actual litigation pending against the City of Roanoke in a Circuit Court of the
Commonwealth of Virginia, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950) as
amended.
Parks and Recreation
85/298
03/17/98
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.
Water Resources
87/324
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of an
offer to sell and 827.31-acre easement to the United States of America for the Appalachian
Trail across City-owned property known as the Carvins Cove Reservoir Watershed.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33767 on first reading.
(5-2) (Council Members Parrott and Wyatt voted no.)
Appalachian Region
87/324
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of an
offer to sell and 827.31-acre easement to the United States of America for the Appalachian
Trail across City-owned property known as the Carvins Cove Reservoir Watershed.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33767 on first reading.
(5-2) (Council Members Parrott and Wyatt voted no.)
Special Events
87/307
04/06/98
The Mayor presented a Proclamation designating April 6 as Student
Government Day 1998, and presented t-shirts to all participants.
Proclamations
87/307
04/06/98
A Proclamation designating April 6-12, 1998, as Community Development
Week.
Youth
87/307
04/06/98
The Mayor presented a Proclamation designating April 6 as Student
Government Day 1998, and presented t-shirts to all participants.
Grants
87/307
04/06/98
A Proclamation designating April 6-12, 1998, as Community Development
Week.
City Council
87/308
04/06/98
Minutes of the regular meetings of City Council held on Monday, December 1,
1997; Monday, December 15, 1997; Monday, January 5, 1998; and Tuesday, January 20,
1998; Dispense with the reading thereof and approve as recorded.
Community Planning
87/307
04/06/98
A Proclamation designating April 6-12, 1998, as Community Development
Week.
City Council
87/308
04/06/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Committees
87/309
04/06/98
A communication from M.R. Khan tendering his resignation as a member of
the Roanoke Civic Center Commission, effective immediately; Receive and file the
communication and accept the resignation.
Roanoke Civic Center
87/309
04/06/98
A communication from M.R. Khan tendering his resignation as a member of
the Roanoke Civic Center Commission, effective immediately; Receive and file the
communication and accept the resignation.
Committees
87/309
04/06/98
Qualification of Gwendolyn J. Lawrence as a member of the Youth Services
Citizen Board for a term ending May 31, 2000; Receive and file.
Youth
87/309
04/06/98
Qualification of Gwendolyn J. Lawrence as a member of the Youth Services
Citizen Board for a term ending May 31, 2000; Receive and file.
Schools
87/309
04/06/98
Selection of persons to be accorded the public interview for the position of
Roanoke City School Board Trustee for terms commencing July 1, 1998, and ending June
30, 2001. Applicants are: David W. Davis, Harry F. Davis, Daniel G. Oakey, Melinda J.
Payne, Ruth C. Wilson. The above named persons will be interviewed on Thursday, April
23, 1998, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chamber.
Committees
87/308
04/06/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Pensions
87/310
04/06/98
Presentation with regard to the City of Roanoke Pension Plan. Charles E.
Wells, Jr., Spokesperson. The following proposed changes were referred to 1998-99 budget
study; 1. Increase the multiplier by .3% for a maximum of 69 percent. 2. A monthly
supplement for health insurance as recommended by the Pension Board.
3. Unreduced 50% survivor annuity to all City employees. 4. Rule of 70/80 as
recommended by the Pension Board. 5. A period of two months for members of the ERS to
transfer to the ESRS (June 15 - August 15, 1998).
Schools
87/311
04/06/98
Presentation with regard to instructional innovations and highlights for
Roanoke City Schools. Rita Bishop, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction and Learning
Organizations, Spokesperson; Received and file.
Complaints
87/313
04/06/98
Request of Mark S. Reynolds to address Council with regard to flooding of
Mudlick Creek; The matter was referred to the City Manager for study and report to
Council.
Flood Reduction/Control
87/313
04/06/98
Request of Mark S. Reynolds to address Council with regard to flooding of
Mudlick Creek; The matter was referred to the City Manager for study and report to
Council.
Police Department
87/313
04/06/98
A report with regard to the Bicycle Patrol program; Received and filed.
City Council
87/314
04/06/98
A report with regard to the status of City Council's Visioning Process;
Received and filed.
Vision Statement
87/314
04/06/98
A report with regard to the status of City Council's Visioning Process;
Received and filed.
Budget
87/315
04/06/98
A report recommending fund appropriations for various Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program project needs; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33761-040698. (7-0)
Capital Improvement Program
87/315
04/06/98
A report recommending fund appropriations for various Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program project needs; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33761-040698. (7-0)
Equipment
87/315
04/06/98
A report recommending fund appropriations for various Capital Maintenance
and Equipment Replacement Program project needs; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33761-040698. (7-0)
Budget
87/317
04/06/98
A report recommending concurrence in a proposed plan of action for
preparation of the Roanoke City Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan; and
transfer of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33762-040698. (7-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/317
04/06/98
A report recommending concurrence in a proposed plan of action for
preparation of the Roanoke City Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan; and
transfer of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33762-040698. (7-0)
Budget
87/319
04/06/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds to cover expenditures relating
to snow emergency operations from December 1997 to February 1998; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33763-040698. (7-0)
Snow Removal
87/319
04/06/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds to cover expenditures relating
to snow emergency operations from December 1997 to February 1998; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33763-040698. (7-0)
Equipment
87/319
04/06/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds to cover expenditures relating
to snow emergency operations from December 1997 to February 1998; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33763-040698. (7-0)
CMERP
87/320
04/06/98
A report recommending purchase of certain replacement vehicular
equipment as identified in the Capital Maintenance and Equipment Replacement
Program; Adopted Resolution No. 33764-040698. (6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from
voting.)
Equipment
87/320
04/06/98
A report recommending purchase of certain replacement vehicular
equipment as identified in the Capital Maintenance and Equipment Replacement Program;
Adopted Resolution No. 33764-040698. (6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from voting.)
Budget
87/322
04/06/98
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds totaling $193,499.00
for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33765-
040698. (7-0)
FDETC
87/322
04/06/98
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds totaling $193,499.00
for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium; Adopted Ordinance No.
33765-040698. (7-0)
Director of Finance
87/323
04/06/98
A financial report for the month of February, 1998; Received and filed.
Audits/Financial Reports
87/323
04/06/98
A financial report for the month of February, 1998; Received and filed.
Director of Finance
87/323
04/06/98
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Treasurer with regard to
acceptance of credit card payments by the City Treasurer for current and delinquent real
estate and personal property taxes, parking tickets, utility bills, business licenses, and City-
wide accounts receivable invoices; Adopted Resolution No. 33766-040698. (7-0)
Audits/Financial Reports
87/323
04/06/98
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Treasurer with regard to
acceptance of credit card payments by the City Treasurer for current and delinquent real
estate and personal property taxes, parking tickets, utility bills, business licenses, and
City-wide accounts receivable invoices; Adopted Resolution No. 33766-040698. (7-0)
City Treasurer
87/323
04/06/98
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Treasurer with regard to
acceptance of credit card payments by the City Treasurer for current and delinquent real
estate and personal property taxes, parking tickets, utility bills, business licenses, and
City-wide accounts receivable invoices; Adopted Resolution No. 33766-040698. (7-0)
Taxes
87/323
04/06/98
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Treasurer with regard to
acceptance of credit card payments by the City Treasurer for current and delinquent real
estate and personal property taxes, parking tickets, utility bills, business licenses, and
City-wide accounts receivable invoices; Adopted Resolution No. 33766-040698. (7-0)
Licenses
87/323
04/06/98
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Treasurer with regard to
acceptance of credit card payments by the City Treasurer for current and delinquent real
estate and personal property taxes, parking tickets, utility bills, business licenses, and
City-wide accounts receivable invoices; Adopted Resolution No. 33766-040698. (7-0)
Utilities
87/323
04/06/98
A joint report of the Director of Finance and City Treasurer with regard to
acceptance of credit card payments by the City Treasurer for current and delinquent real
estate and personal property taxes, parking tickets, utility bills, business licenses, and
City-wide accounts receivable invoices; Adopted Resolution No. 33766-040698. (7-0)
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/324
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of an
offer to sell and 827.31-acre easement to the United States of America for the Appalachian
Trail across City-owned property known as the Carvins Cove Reservoir Watershed. Vice-
Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33767 on first reading. (5-2)
(Council Members Parrott and Wyatt voted no.)
Oaths of Office
87/337
04/06/98
S. Elaina Loritts-Duckett and Brenda A. Powell were reappointed as members
of the Fair Housing Board for terms ending March 31, 2001.
Committees
87/337
04/06/98
S. Elaina Loritts-Duckett and Brenda A. Powell were reappointed as members
of the Fair Housing Board for terms ending March 31, 2001.
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/326
04/06/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Dixon Contracting, Inc., in the amount of $185,808.00, for construction of the Peters Creek
Sewer Replacement Project PC-4; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council
Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33768-040698 and
33769-040698. (6-0)
Budget
87/326
04/06/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Dixon Contracting, Inc., in the amount of $185,808.00, for construction of the Peters Creek
Sewer Replacement Project PC-4; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council
Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33768-040698 and
33769-040698. (6-0)
Budget
87/328
04/06/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Lanford Brothers Company, Incorporated, in the amount of $193,887.00, for bridge repairs
at 10th Street over Norfolk Southern Railroad, and Shenandoah Avenue and Orange
Avenue over Tinker Creek; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council
Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33770-040698 and
33771-040698. (6-0)
Bridges
87/328
04/06/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Lanford Brothers Company, Incorporated, in the amount of $193,887.00, for bridge repairs
at 10th Street over Norfolk Southern Railroad, and Shenandoah Avenue and Orange
Avenue over Tinker Creek; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council
Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33770-040698 and
33771-040698. (6-0)
Budget
87/329
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of
Amendment No. 4 to the engineering services agreement with Mattern & Crain, Inc., for
bridge maintenance projects; acquisition of property rights needed for the Broadway
Street Bridge replacement; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Vice-
Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33772-040698 and 33773-
040698 and Resolution No. 33774-040698. ((6-0)
Bridges
87/329
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of
Amendment No. 4 to the engineering services agreement with Mattern & Crain, Inc., for
bridge maintenance projects; acquisition of property rights needed for the Broadway Street
Bridge replacement; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33772-040698 and 33773-040698 and
Resolution No. 33774-040698. ((6-0)
Water Resources
87/329
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of
Amendment No. 4 to the engineering services agreement with Mattern & Crain, Inc., for
bridge maintenance projects; acquisition of property rights needed for the Broadway Street
Bridge replacement; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33772-040698 and 33773-040698 and
Resolution No. 33774-040698. ((6-0)
Special Permits
87/331
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
grant a revocable permit for right-of-way encroachment in connection with construction of
a marquee above the entrance to an existing building located at 109 South Jefferson
Street. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33775 on first
reading. (6-0)
Water Resources
87/331
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
grant a revocable permit for right-of-way encroachment in connection with construction of
a marquee above the entrance to an existing building located at 109 South Jefferson
Street. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33775 on first
reading. (6-0)
Fire Department
87/332
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of an
amendment to the sublease agreement between the Jefferson Center Foundation and the
City to provide suitable storage space in the Jefferson Center for the Fire-EMS
Department. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No. 33776-
040698. (6-0)
Jefferson Center
87/332
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of an
amendment to the sublease agreement between the Jefferson Center Foundation and the
City to provide suitable storage space in the Jefferson Center for the Fire-EMS Department.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No. 33776-040698. (6-0)
Emergency Medical Services
87/332
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of an
amendment to the sublease agreement between the Jefferson Center Foundation and the
City to provide suitable storage space in the Jefferson Center for the Fire-EMS Department.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No. 33776-040698. (6-0)
Leases
87/332
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of an
amendment to the sublease agreement between the Jefferson Center Foundation and the
City to provide suitable storage space in the Jefferson Center for the Fire-EMS Department.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No. 33776-040698. (6-0)
Water Resources
87/332
04/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of an
amendment to the sublease agreement between the Jefferson Center Foundation and the
City to provide suitable storage space in the Jefferson Center for the Fire-EMS Department.
Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No. 33776-040698. (6-0)
Easements
87/334
04/06/98
Ordinance No. 33757, on second reading, authorizing the abandonment of a
certain unused public easement for water and sewer located across property identified by
Official Tax No. 2270808, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33757-
040698 on second reading. (6-0)
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/334
04/06/98
Ordinance No. 33757, on second reading, authorizing the abandonment of a
certain unused public easement for water and sewer located across property identified by
Official Tax No. 2270808, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No.
33757-040698 on second reading. (6-0)
Water Resources
87/334
04/06/98
Ordinance No. 33757, on second reading, authorizing the abandonment of a
certain unused public easement for water and sewer located across property identified by
Official Tax No. 2270808, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No.
33757-040698 on second reading. (6-0)
Zoning
87/334
04/06/98
Ordinance No. 33759, on second reading, rezoning ten tracts of land located
on Southern Lane, Southern Hills Drive and Griffin Road, S.W., identified as Official Tax
Nos. 5470108-5470115, inclusive, 5480701 and 5480704, from RS-3, Residential Single-family
District, to C-2, General Commercial District, subject to certain conditions proffered by the
petitioner; Adopted Ordinance No. 33759-040698 on second reading. (6-0)
Budget
87/335
04/06/98
A resolution establishing the date of a Special Meeting of the Council of the
City of Roanoke on Thursday, April 30, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.; Adopted Resolution No. 33777-
040698. (6-0)
Taxes
87/335
04/06/98
A resolution establishing the date of a Special Meeting of the Council of the
City of Roanoke on Thursday, April 30, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.; Adopted Resolution No.
33777-040698. (6-0)
City Council
87/335
04/06/98
A resolution establishing the date of a Special Meeting of the Council of the
City of Roanoke on Thursday, April 30, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.; Adopted Resolution No.
33777-040698. (6-0)
Community Planning
87/335
04/06/98
A resolution establishing the date of a Special Meeting of the Council of the
City of Roanoke on Thursday, April 30, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.; Adopted Resolution No.
33777-040698. (6-0)
Budget
87/336
04/06/98
A resolution establishing the date of a Special Meeting of the Council of the
City of Roanoke on Monday, May 11, 1998, at 2:00 p.m.; Adopted Resolution No. 33778-
040698. (6-0)
City Council
87/336
04/06/98
A resolution establishing the date of a Special Meeting of the Council of the
City of Roanoke on Monday, May 11, 1998, at 2:00 p.m.; Adopted Resolution No.
33778-040698. (6-0)
Schools
87/336
04/06/98
A resolution establishing the date of a Special Meeting of the Council of the
City of Roanoke on Monday, May 11, 1998, at 2:00 p.m.; Adopted Resolution No.
33778-040698. (6-0)
Oaths of Office
87/337
04/06/98
Carol D. Wright was appointed as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
Committees
87/337
04/06/98
Carol D. Wright was appointed as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
City Employees
87/337
04/06/98
Carol D. Wright was appointed as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
Personnel Department
87/337
04/06/98
Carol D. Wright was appointed as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
Budget
87/310
04/06/98
Presentation with regard to the City of Roanoke Pension Plan. Charles E.
Wells, Jr., Spokesperson. The following proposed changes were referred to 1998-99
budget study; 1. Increase the multiplier by .3% for a maximum of 69 percent. 2. A
monthly supplement for health insurance as recommended by the Pension Board.
3. Unreduced 50% survivor annuity to all City employees. 4. Rule of 70/80 as
recommended by the Pension Board. 5. A period of two months for members of the ERS
to transfer to the ESRS (June 15 - August 15, 1998).
Housing/Authority
87/337
04/06/98
S. Elaina Loritts-Duckett and Brenda A. Powell were reappointed as members
of the Fair Housing Board for terms ending March 31, 2001.
Budget
87/352
04/20/98
A report recommending endorsement of a funding distribution methodology
for incentive funds for the Fifth Planning District Commission; Adopted Resolution No.
33782-042098. (7-0)
Special Events
87/348
04/20/98
A report with regard to the City's 1998-99 Recommended General Fund
Budget; Received and filed. The recommended 1998-99 fiscal year budget was referred to
budget study on May 6-8 at 8:30 a.m., in the Emergency Operations Center Conference
Room. Further discussion with regard to Local Colors and other similar issues was
referred to 1998-99 budget study.
Health Department
87/339
04/20/98
A briefing with regard to the Roanoke City Health Department; Received and
filed.
Budget
87/339
04/20/98
A briefing with regard to the proposed fiscal year 1998-99 Annual Update to
HUD's Consolidated Plan; Received and filed.
Housing/Authority
87/339
04/20/98
A briefing with regard to the proposed fiscal year 1998-99 Annual Update to
HUD's Consolidated Plan; Received and filed.
Grants
87/339
04/20/98
A briefing with regard to the proposed fiscal year 1998-99 Annual Update to
HUD's Consolidated Plan; Received and filed.
Proclamations
87/341
04/20/98
A Proclamation declaring April 20, 1998, as John R. Marlles Day.
Acts of Acknowledgement
87/341
04/20/98
A Proclamation declaring April 20, 1998, as John R. Marlles Day.
Community Planning
87/341
04/20/98
A Proclamation declaring April 20, 1998, as John R. Marlles Day.
Proclamations
87/341
04/20/98
A Proclamation declaring April, 1998, as Fair Housing Month.
Housing/Authority
87/341
04/20/98
A Proclamation declaring April, 1998, as Fair Housing Month.
City Council
87/342
04/20/98
Minutes of the regular meetings of City Council which were held on Monday,
February 2, 1998, and Tuesday, February 17, 1998; Dispense with the reading thereof and
approve as recorded.
Committees
87/342
04/20/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/342
04/20/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/343
04/20/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session for the purpose
of discussing and considering a matter of pending litigation, specifically a lawsuit brought
against a City employee, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Employees
87/343
04/20/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session for the purpose
of discussing and considering a matter of pending litigation, specifically a lawsuit brought
against a City employee, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/343
04/20/98
A communication from Council Member C. Nelson Harris with regard to the
Neighborhood Tour proposal; Concur in communication.
Neighborhood Organizations
87/343
04/20/98
A communication from Council Member C. Nelson Harris with regard to the
Neighborhood Tour proposal; Concur in communication.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/343
04/20/98
A communication from Council Member C. Nelson Harris with regard to the
Neighborhood Tour proposal; Concur in communication.
Airport
87/344
04/20/98
Qualification of Claude N. Smith as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2002; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
87/344
04/20/98
Qualification of Claude N. Smith as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2002; Receive and file.
Committees
87/344
04/20/98
Qualification of Claude N. Smith as a member of the Roanoke Regional
Airport Commission for a term ending March 9, 2002; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
87/344
04/20/98
Qualification of Carol D. Wright as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2000; Receive and file.
Committees
87/344
04/20/98
Qualification of Carol D. Wright as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2000; Receive and file.
City Employees
87/344
04/20/98
Qualification of Carol D. Wright as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2000; Receive and file.
Personnel Department
87/344
04/20/98
Qualification of Carol D. Wright as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2000; Receive and file.
Budget
87/344
04/20/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to various school accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance No. 33779-042098.
(7-0)
Schools
87/344
04/20/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to various school accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance No. 33779-042098.
(7-0)
Budget
87/346
04/20/98
A communication from Kit B. Kiser, City Representative, Roanoke Valley
Resource Authority, recommending approval of the Resource Authority's annual budget for
fiscal year 1998-99; Adopted Resolution No. 33780-042098. (6-1) (Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted
no.)
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
87/346
04/20/98
A communication from Kit B. Kiser, City Representative, Roanoke Valley
Resource Authority, recommending approval of the Resource Authority's annual budget for
fiscal year 1998-99; Adopted Resolution No. 33780-042098. (6-1) (Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted
no.)
Acts of Acknowledgement
87/347
04/20/98
A communication from Jim Phipps, representing the Court-Community
Corrections Alcohol Safety Action Program, requesting adoption of a measure of
appreciation honoring those citizens and criminal justice professional who previously
serviced on the Court-Community Corrections Policy Board and the Community Corrections
Resources Board; Adopted Resolution No. 33781-042098. (7-0)
Court Community Corrections Board
87/347
04/20/98
A communication from Jim Phipps, representing the Court-Community
Corrections Alcohol Safety Action Program, requesting adoption of a measure of
appreciation honoring those citizens and criminal justice professional who previously
serviced on the Court-Community Corrections Policy Board and the Community Corrections
Resources Board; Adopted Resolution No. 33781-042098. (7-0)
Budget
87/348
04/20/98
A report with regard to the City's 1998-99 Recommended General Fund
Budget; Received and filed. The recommended 1998-99 fiscal year budget was referred to
budget study on May 6-8 at 8:30 a.m., in the Emergency Operations Center Conference
Room. Further discussion with regard to Local Colors and other similar issues was
referred to 1998-99 budget study.
Pay Plan
87/367
04/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Prior
to 1998-99 budget study, Vice-Mayor Wyatt requested specific information with regard to
the proposed merit increase for City employees of 4% based on the 2.5% increase in the
pay plan structure, i.e.: a breakdown on the smallest percentage increase, the highest
percentage increase, intermediate level increases, and the number of employees in each
level.
Budget
87/367
04/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Prior
to 1998-99 budget study, Vice-Mayor Wyatt requested specific information with regard to the
proposed merit increase for City employees of 4% based on the 2.5% increase in the pay
plan structure, i.e.: a breakdown on the smallest percentage increase, the highest
percentage increase, intermediate level increases, and the number of employees in each
level.
Fifth Planning District Commission
87/352
04/20/98
A report recommending endorsement of a funding distribution methodology
for incentive funds for the Fifth Planning District Commission; Adopted Resolution No.
33782-042098. (7-0)
Arts Museum of Western Virginia
87/353
04/20/98
A report with regard to a three year contract with the Art Museum of Western
Virginia for the 1998, 1999 and 2000 Sidewalk Art Shows; Adopted Resolution No. 33783-
042098. (7-0)
Festival in the Park
87/354
04/20/98
A report with regard to an amendment to the contract with Festival in the
Park, Inc.; Adopted Resolution No. 33784-042098. (7-0)
Police Department
87/356
04/20/98
A report recommending purchase of certain trucks and related equipment;
and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33785-042098
and Resolution No. 33786-042098. (6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from voting.)
Budget
87/356
04/20/98
A report recommending purchase of certain trucks and related equipment;
and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33785-042098
and Resolution No. 33786-042098. (6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from voting.)
Equipment
87/356
04/20/98
A report recommending purchase of certain trucks and related equipment;
and appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33785-042098
and Resolution No. 33786-042098. (6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from voting.)
Budget
87/357
04/20/98
A report recommending purchase of a vacuum litter collection vehicle; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33787-042098. (7-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/357
04/20/98
A report recommending purchase of a vacuum litter collection vehicle; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33787-042098. (7-0)
Utility Line Services
87/357
04/20/98
A report recommending purchase of a vacuum litter collection vehicle; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33787-042098. (7-0)
Equipment
87/357
04/20/98
A report recommending purchase of a vacuum litter collection vehicle; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33787-042098. (7-0)
Police Department
87/358
04/20/98
A report with regard to a Local Law Enforcement Block Grant appropriation
relating to the bicycle patrol program; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33788-042098. (7-0)
Budget
87/358
04/20/98
A report with regard to a Local Law Enforcement Block Grant appropriation
relating to the bicycle patrol program; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33788-042098. (7-0)
Grants
87/358
04/20/98
A report with regard to a Local Law Enforcement Block Grant appropriation
relating to the bicycle patrol program; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33788-042098. (7-0)
Norfolk Southern Corporation
87/359
04/20/98
A report with regard to the Railside Linear Park Project, right-of-entry
agreement with Norfolk Southern Corporation and its Operating Subsidies; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33789-042098. (7-0)
Railside Linear Walk
87/359
04/20/98
A report with regard to the Railside Linear Park Project, right-of-entry
agreement with Norfolk Southern Corporation and its Operating Subsidies; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33789-042098. (7-0)
Norfolk Southern Corporation
87/361
04/20/98
Mr. James L. Leonard, 1935 Hope Road, S.W., advised that if it is necessary to
conduct an environmental site assessment on the property owned by Norfolk Southern, he
would request the same protection for his property located at 127 Norfolk Avenue, S.W.; It
was the consensus of Council that the matter would be referred to the City Manager and
the City Attorney to meet with Mr. Leonard to discuss his concerns.
Railside Linear Walk
87/361
04/20/98
Mr. James L. Leonard, 1935 Hope Road, S.W., advised that if it is necessary to
conduct an environmental site assessment on the property owned by Norfolk Southern, he
would request the same protection for his property located at 127 Norfolk Avenue, S.W.; It
was the consensus of Council that the matter would be referred to the City Manager and
the City Attorney to meet with Mr. Leonard to discuss his concerns.
Budget
87/361
04/20/98
A report with regard to appropriation of Community Development Block Grant
Program Income; Adopted Ordinance No. 33790-042098. (7-0)
Housing/Authority
87/361
04/20/98
A report with regard to appropriation of Community Development Block Grant
Program Income; Adopted Ordinance No. 33790-042098. (7-0)
Community Planning
87/361
04/20/98
A report with regard to appropriation of Community Development Block Grant
Program Income; Adopted Ordinance No. 33790-042098. (7-0)
City Market
87/362
04/20/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
U.S. Construction Company, in the amount of $140,598.00, for replacement of the wood
windows in the City Market Building; transferring funds in connection therewith; rejecting
all other bids on Bid Items 1, 2, 3, and 4; and a report of the City Manager concurring in
the recommendation. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33791-042098 and 33792-042098. (7-0)
Budget
87/362
04/20/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
U.S. Construction Company, in the amount of $140,598.00, for replacement of the wood
windows in the City Market Building; transferring funds in connection therewith; rejecting
all other bids on Bid Items 1, 2, 3, and 4; and a report of the City Manager concurring in the
recommendation. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos.
33791-042098 and 33792-042098. (7-0)
Public Works
87/364
04/20/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending that all bids received for the
Garden City Demolition Project, be rejected; and a report of the City Manager concurring
in the recommendation. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted
Resolution No. 33793-042098. (7-0)
Flood Reduction/Control
87/364
04/20/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending that all bids received for the
Garden City Demolition Project, be rejected; and a report of the City Manager concurring in
the recommendation. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution
No. 33793-042098. (7-0)
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/365
04/20/98
Ordinance No. 33767, on second reading, authorizing execution of an offer to
sell easement and the subsequent deed of easement granting to the United States of
America an 827.31-acre easement for the Appalachian Trail across City-owned property
known as the Carvins Cove Reservoir Watershed, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33767-042098 on second reading. (7-0)
Appalachian Region
87/365
04/20/98
Ordinance No. 33767, on second reading, authorizing execution of an offer to
sell easement and the subsequent deed of easement granting to the United States of
America an 827.31-acre easement for the Appalachian Trail across City-owned property
known as the Carvins Cove Reservoir Watershed, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33767-042098 on second reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/365
04/20/98
Ordinance No. 33767, on second reading, authorizing execution of an offer to
sell easement and the subsequent deed of easement granting to the United States of
America an 827.31-acre easement for the Appalachian Trail across City-owned property
known as the Carvins Cove Reservoir Watershed, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33767-042098 on second reading. (7-0)
Special Permits
87/366
04/20/98
Ordinance No. 33775, on second reading, granting a revocable license for the
construction of a marquee above the entrance to an existing building, encroaching
approximately ten feet six inches over and into airspace over the public sidewalk right-of-
way along the front of the building located at 109 South Jefferson Street, Official Tax No.
1011126, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33775-042098 on
second reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/366
04/20/98
Ordinance No. 33775, on second reading, granting a revocable license for the
construction of a marquee above the entrance to an existing building, encroaching
approximately ten feet six inches over and into airspace over the public sidewalk
right-of-way along the front of the building located at 109 South Jefferson Street, Official
Tax No. 1011126, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33775-042098
on second reading. (7-0)
Transportation Safety
87/368
04/20/98
Jerry W. Caldwell was appointed as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/368
04/20/98
Alison S. Blanton was appointed as a member of the Architectural Review
Board for a term ending October 1, 2001.
City Employees
87/367
04/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Prior
to 1998-99 budget study, Vice-Mayor Wyatt requested specific information with regard to the
proposed merit increase for City employees of 4% based on the 2.5% increase in the pay
plan structure, i.e.: a breakdown on the smallest percentage increase, the highest
percentage increase, intermediate level increases, and the number of employees in each
level.
Legislation
87/367
04/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain inquired as to the legality of enacting legislation requiring
property owners to remove trash from private property; whereupon, the City Manager
advised that City staff will research the matter and advise Council accordingly.
Refuse Collection
87/367
04/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain inquired as to the legality of enacting legislation requiring
property owners to remove trash from private property; whereupon, the City Manager
advised that City staff will research the matter and advise Council accordingly.
Oaths of Office
87/368
04/20/98
Jerry W. Caldwell was appointed as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Committees
87/368
04/20/98
Jerry W. Caldwell was appointed as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Committees
87/368
04/20/98
Alison S. Blanton was appointed as a member of the Architectural Review
Board for a term ending October 1, 2001.
Architectural Review Board
87/368
04/20/98
Alison S. Blanton was appointed as a member of the Architectural Review
Board for a term ending October 1, 2001.
Roanoke Memorial Hospitals
87/369
04/20/98
Bids for lease of air rights over a portion of Crystal Spring Avenue between
McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road, for a term of 60 years to provide sufficient area
and space for construction of a parking garage; One bid was received from CHS, Inc., and
received and filed.
Leases
87/369
04/20/98
Bids for lease of air rights over a portion of Crystal Spring Avenue between
McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road, for a term of 60 years to provide sufficient area
and space for construction of a parking garage; One bid was received from CHS, Inc., and
received and filed.
Air Rights
87/369
04/20/98
Bids for lease of air rights over a portion of Crystal Spring Avenue between
McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road, for a term of 60 years to provide sufficient area
and space for construction of a parking garage; One bid was received from CHS, Inc., and
received and filed.
Roanoke Memorial Hospitals
87/370
04/20/98
Public hearing on a proposed ordinance to grant a lease of air rights over a
portion of Crystal Spring Avenue between McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road, for a
term of 60 years to provide sufficient area and space for construction of a parking garage.
Wilburn C. Dibling, Jr., City Attorney; Adopted Ordinance No. 33794 on first reading. (7-0)
Leases
87/370
04/20/98
Public hearing on a proposed ordinance to grant a lease of air rights over a
portion of Crystal Spring Avenue between McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road, for a
term of 60 years to provide sufficient area and space for construction of a parking garage.
Wilburn C. Dibling, Jr., City Attorney; Adopted Ordinance No. 33794 on first reading. (7-0)
Air Rights
87/370
04/20/98
Public hearing on a proposed ordinance to grant a lease of air rights over a
portion of Crystal Spring Avenue between McClanahan Avenue and Evans Mill Road, for a
term of 60 years to provide sufficient area and space for construction of a parking garage.
Wilburn C. Dibling, Jr., City Attorney; Adopted Ordinance No. 33794 on first reading. (7-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/371
04/20/98
Public hearing on the request of Sharon K. Burnham and Joseph W. H. Mott
that those certain areas consisting of two parcels of land, being a .06 care parcel located
adjacent to Official Tax Nos. 1260321 and 1260118 on Oakwood Drive, S.W., and a .04 acre
parcel located adjacent to Official Tax No. 1260321, as shown on the Map of Oak Hill
Subdivision, be permanently vacated, discontinued and closed. Sharon K. Burnham
and/or Joseph W.H. Mott, Spokespersons; Adopted Ordinance No. 33795 on first reading.
(6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from voting.)
Streets and Alleys
87/374
04/20/98
Public hearing on the request of Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley,
Inc., that all of 10 1/2 Street, S.W., and a 10 foot alley lying parallel thereto be
permanently vacated, discontinued and closed. Kyle D. Austin, Spokesperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33796 on first reading. (7-0)
Schools
87/377
04/20/98
Public hearing to receive the views of citizens regarding appointment of two
Roanoke City School Board Trustees for three year terms of office commencing July 1,
1998. Candidates are: David W. Davis, Harry G. Davis, Daniel G. Oakey, Melinda J.
Payne, and Ruth C. Willson; The remarks of 22 persons were received and filed.
Special Events
87/379
04/20/98
Mr. William Hudson, 502 Walnut Avenue, S.W., addressed Council with regard
to Festival in the Park and Roanoke's First Night. According to his research, he advised
that the City of Roanoke is the only City in the United States and Canada that does not pay
its musicians for performing in these events, and requested an explanation; The matter
was referred to the City Manager and the City Attorney to meet with Mr. Hudson to discuss
his concerns.
Festival in the Park
87/379
04/20/98
Mr. William Hudson, 502 Walnut Avenue, S.W., addressed Council with regard
to Festival in the Park and Roanoke's First Night. According to his research, he advised
that the City of Roanoke is the only City in the United States and Canada that does not pay
its musicians for performing in these events, and requested an explanation; The matter
was referred to the City Manager and the City Attorney to meet with Mr. Hudson to discuss
his concerns.
Oaths of Office
85/344
04/21/98
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.
Proclamations
87/407
05/04/98
Proclamation designating May 17-23, 1998 as Business Appreciation Week.
Economic Development
87/407
05/04/98
Proclamation designating May 17-23, 1998 as Business Appreciation Week.
Proclamations
87/407
05/04/98
Proclamation designating the month of May 1998 as Virginia Heritage Tourism
Weeks.
Tourism
87/407
05/04/98
Proclamation designating the month of May 1998 as Virginia Heritage Tourism
Weeks.
Landmarks/Hist. Preservation
87/407
05/04/98
Presentation with regard to local preservation efforts. John R. Kern, Director,
Roanoke Regional Preservation Office; Rusty Pritchett, President, Roanoke Valley
Preservation Foundation; and Evelyn S. Lander, Acting Chief of Community Planning.
Committees
87/408
05/04/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/408
05/04/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Audit Committee
87/408
05/04/98
Minutes of the meeting of the Audit Committee of Roanoke City Council held
on Monday, April 20, 1998; Receive and file.
Committees
87/409
05/04/98
A communication from F. Wiley Hubbell tendering his resignation as a
member of the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke Pension Plan; Receive and file the
communication and accept the resignation.
Pensions
87/409
05/04/98
A communication from F. Wiley Hubbell tendering his resignation as a
member of the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke Pension Plan; Receive and file the
communication and accept the resignation.
Oaths of Office
87/409
05/04/98
Qualification of S. Elaina Loritts-Duckett as a member of the Fair Housing
Board for a term ending March 31, 2001; Receive and file.
Committees
87/409
05/04/98
Qualification of S. Elaina Loritts-Duckett as a member of the Fair Housing
Board for a term ending March 31, 2001; Receive and file.
Housing/Authority
87/409
05/04/98
Qualification of S. Elaina Loritts-Duckett as a member of the Fair Housing
Board for a term ending March 31, 2001; Receive and file.
Taxicabs and For-Hire Vehicles
87/410
05/04/98
Request to address Council with regard to the City's current evaluation
formula used for tax assessments on taxicabs. William E. Roberts, General Manager,
Yellow Cab Services of Roanoke, Inc.; The matter was referred to the Commissioner of the
Revenue and the City Attorney for report to Council.
Taxes
87/410
05/04/98
Request to address Council with regard to the City's current evaluation
formula used for tax assessments on taxicabs. William E. Roberts, General Manager,
Yellow Cab Services of Roanoke, Inc.; The matter was referred to the Commissioner of the
Revenue and the City Attorney for report to Council.
Pay Plan
87/410
05/04/98
Request to address Council with regard to permanent pay increases for City of
Roanoke retirees. Clarence R. Martin, President, Roanoke City Retirees Association; The
request was referred to 1998-99 budget study.
Budget
87/410
05/04/98
Request to address Council with regard to permanent pay increases for City of
Roanoke retirees. Clarence R. Martin, President, Roanoke City Retirees Association; The
request was referred to 1998-99 budget study.
Pensions
87/410
05/04/98
Request to address Council with regard to permanent pay increases for City of
Roanoke retirees. Clarence R. Martin, President, Roanoke City Retirees Association; The
request was referred to 1998-99 budget study.
Schools
87/411
05/04/98
Presentation with regard to student safety for Roanoke City Schools. Dr. E.
Wayne Harris, Superintendent, Spokesperson; Received and filed.
Housing/Authority
87/414
05/04/98
A report recommending execution of a HOME Investment Partnership
Agreement with the Blue Ridge Housing Development Corporation, and amendments
thereto, if necessary, in connection with a project to construct two units of affordable
housing for sale to eligible families; Adopted Resolution No. 33797-050498. (6-0) (Mr.
White abstained from voting.)
Community Planning
87/414
05/04/98
A report recommending execution of a HOME Investment Partnership
Agreement with the Blue Ridge Housing Development Corporation, and amendments
thereto, if necessary, in connection with a project to construct two units of affordable
housing for sale to eligible families; Adopted Resolution No. 33797-050498. (6-0) (Mr. White
abstained from voting.)
Grants
87/414
05/04/98
A report recommending execution of a HOME Investment Partnership
Agreement with the Blue Ridge Housing Development Corporation, and amendments
thereto, if necessary, in connection with a project to construct two units of affordable
housing for sale to eligible families; Adopted Resolution No. 33797-050498. (6-0) (Mr. White
abstained from voting.)
Landmarks/Hist. Preservation
87/415
05/04/98
A report recommending execution of a lease agreement with the
Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Historic Resources for use of office and
laboratory space at Buena Vista Recreation Center; Adopted Ordinance No. 33798 on first
reading. (7-0)
Leases
87/415
05/04/98
A report recommending execution of a lease agreement with the
Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Historic Resources for use of office and
laboratory space at Buena Vista Recreation Center; Adopted Ordinance No. 33798 on first
reading. (7-0)
Human Development
87/416
05/04/98
A report recommending adoption of a resolution whereby the City agrees to
accept responsibility for administration of the Virginia Institute for Social Services
Training Activities (VISSTA) program, and authorization to execute an agreement with the
State Department of Social Services in connection therewith; Adopted Resolution No.
33799-050498. (7-0)
Director of Finance
87/417
05/04/98
A financial report for the month of March, 1998.
Audits/ Financial Reports
87/417
05/04/98
A financial report for the month of March, 1998.
City Code
87/418
05/04/98
A report of the Roanoke Civic Center Commission recommending delegation
of authority to the Commission to rent the Civic Center for productions or events on a long-
term basis. J.W. Stephens, Chairperson, Roanoke Civic Center Commission; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33800-050498. (7-0)
Roanoke Civic Center
87/418
05/04/98
A report of the Roanoke Civic Center Commission recommending delegation
of authority to the Commission to rent the Civic Center for productions or events on a
long-term basis. J.W. Stephens, Chairperson, Roanoke Civic Center Commission; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33800-050498. (7-0)
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/419
05/04/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Allegheny Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $163,780.00, for construction of
Storm Water Management Improvements at the Roanoke Centre for Industry and
Technology. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33801-
050498. (6-0) (Council Member Parrott abstained from voting.)
Budget
87/419
05/04/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Allegheny Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $163,780.00, for construction of
Storm Water Management Improvements at the Roanoke Centre for Industry and
Technology. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No.
33801-050498. (6-0) (Council Member Parrott abstained from voting.)
Public Works
87/419
05/04/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Allegheny Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $163,780.00, for construction of
Storm Water Management Improvements at the Roanoke Centre for Industry and
Technology. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No.
33801-050498. (6-0) (Council Member Parrott abstained from voting.)
Flood Reduction/Control
87/419
05/04/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
Allegheny Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $163,780.00, for construction of
Storm Water Management Improvements at the Roanoke Centre for Industry and
Technology. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No.
33801-050498. (6-0) (Council Member Parrott abstained from voting.)
Budget
87/420
05/04/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
L.H. Sawyer Paving Company, Inc., in the amount of $1,524,258.00, for asphalt concrete
overlays and pavement profiling of various streets within the City; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance Nos. 33802-050498 and 33803-050498. (7-0)
Legislation
87/420
05/04/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
L.H. Sawyer Paving Company, Inc., in the amount of $1,524,258.00, for asphalt concrete
overlays and pavement profiling of various streets within the City; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance Nos. 33802-050498 and 33803-050498. (7-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/420
05/04/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
L.H. Sawyer Paving Company, Inc., in the amount of $1,524,258.00, for asphalt concrete
overlays and pavement profiling of various streets within the City; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance Nos. 33802-050498 and 33803-050498. (7-0)
Budget
87/421
05/04/98
Council Member Trout requested that the matter of soliciting State funds for
certain of the City's street paving needs be referred to the Legislative Committee for
consideration as a part of the City's 1999 Legislative Program.
Legislation
87/421
05/04/98
Council Member Trout requested that the matter of soliciting State funds for
certain of the City's street paving needs be referred to the Legislative Committee for
consideration as a part of the City's 1999 Legislative Program.
Streets and Alleys
87/421
05/04/98
Council Member Trout requested that the matter of soliciting State funds for
certain of the City's street paving needs be referred to the Legislative Committee for
consideration as a part of the City's 1999 Legislative Program.
Budget
87/422
05/04/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a lump sum
contract with Alan L. Amos, Inc., in the amount of $152,839.00, for demolition and asbestos
abatement of 26 homes in the Garden City area. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33804-050498. (7-0)
Flood Reduction/Control
87/422
05/04/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a lump sum
contract with Alan L. Amos, Inc., in the amount of $152,839.00, for demolition and asbestos
abatement of 26 homes in the Garden City area. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33804-050498. (7-0)
Health Department
87/422
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
new lease agreement with the State Department of Health for property located at 530
Eighth Street, S.W., (Health Department Annex) for a term of three years. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33805 on first reading. (7-0)
City Property
87/422
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
new lease agreement with the State Department of Health for property located at 530 Eighth
Street, S.W., (Health Department Annex) for a term of three years. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33805 on first reading. (7-0)
Leases
87/422
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
new lease agreement with the State Department of Health for property located at 530 Eighth
Street, S.W., (Health Department Annex) for a term of three years. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33805 on first reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/422
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
new lease agreement with the State Department of Health for property located at 530 Eighth
Street, S.W., (Health Department Annex) for a term of three years. Vice-Mayor Linda F.
Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33805 on first reading. (7-0)
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/423
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
property located at 348 Campbell Avenue, S.W., to address additional space needs of the
Police Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Vice-Mayor
Linda Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33806-050498 and 33807-050498. (7-0)
Police Department
87/423
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
property located at 348 Campbell Avenue, S.W., to address additional space needs of the
Police Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Vice-Mayor
Linda Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33806-050498 and 33807-050498. (7-0)
Budget
87/423
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
property located at 348 Campbell Avenue, S.W., to address additional space needs of the
Police Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Vice-Mayor
Linda Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33806-050498 and 33807-050498. (7-0)
Leases
87/423
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
property located at 348 Campbell Avenue, S.W., to address additional space needs of the
Police Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Vice-Mayor
Linda Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33806-050498 and 33807-050498. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/423
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
property located at 348 Campbell Avenue, S.W., to address additional space needs of the
Police Department; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Vice-Mayor
Linda Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33806-050498 and 33807-050498. (7-0)
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/425
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
advertise for sale to the general public certain surplus City-owned property located on
Nelms Lane, N.E. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No. 33808-
050498. (7-0)
City Property
87/425
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
advertise for sale to the general public certain surplus City-owned property located on
Nelms Lane, N.E. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No.
33808-050498. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/425
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
advertise for sale to the general public certain surplus City-owned property located on
Nelms Lane, N.E. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Resolution No.
33808-050498. (7-0)
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/426
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
acquire the necessary property rights from the State Board for Community Colleges for the
Colonial Avenue/McNeil Drive, S.W. Signalization Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33809-050498. (7-0)
Traffic
87/426
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
acquire the necessary property rights from the State Board for Community Colleges for the
Colonial Avenue/McNeil Drive, S.W. Signalization Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33809-050498. (7-0)
Schools
87/426
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
acquire the necessary property rights from the State Board for Community Colleges for the
Colonial Avenue/McNeil Drive, S.W. Signalization Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33809-050498. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/426
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending authorization to
acquire the necessary property rights from the State Board for Community Colleges for the
Colonial Avenue/McNeil Drive, S.W. Signalization Project. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33809-050498. (7-0)
Human Development
87/427
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
lease agreement with First Campbell, L C, a Virginia Corporation, for use of office and
classroom space located at 210 First Street, S.W., to meet the needs of the Virginia
Institute for Social Services Training Activities (VISSTA) program and staff. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33810-050498. (7-0)
Leases
87/427
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
lease agreement with First Campbell, L C, a Virginia Corporation, for use of office and
classroom space located at 210 First Street, S.W., to meet the needs of the Virginia
Institute for Social Services Training Activities (VISSTA) program and staff. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33810-050498. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/427
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of a
lease agreement with First Campbell, L C, a Virginia Corporation, for use of office and
classroom space located at 210 First Street, S.W., to meet the needs of the Virginia
Institute for Social Services Training Activities (VISSTA) program and staff. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33810-050498. (7-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/429
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate lease agreement with the Times-World Corporation for an initial period of
fifteen years, with the option to renew for five additional five-year terms, for use of the
broadcast tower, building and other radio facilities located on Mill Mountain. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33812-050498. (7-0)
Newspapers
87/430
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate lease agreement with the Times-World Corporation for an initial period of
fifteen years, with the option to renew for five additional five-year terms, for use of the
broadcast tower, building and other radio facilities located on Mill Mountain. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33812-050498. (7-0)
Leases
87/430
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate lease agreement with the Times-World Corporation for an initial period of
fifteen years, with the option to renew for five additional five-year terms, for use of the
broadcast tower, building and other radio facilities located on Mill Mountain. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33812-050498. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/430
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending execution of the
appropriate lease agreement with the Times-World Corporation for an initial period of
fifteen years, with the option to renew for five additional five-year terms, for use of the
broadcast tower, building and other radio facilities located on Mill Mountain. Vice-Mayor
Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33812-050498. (7-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/429
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that the
Caretaker's House for Mill Mountain Park be declared as surplus property, and
authorization to sell the structure to House Movers of Roanoke Valley, Inc., for $100.00, or
otherwise sell or demolish the structure. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33811 on first reading. (7-0)
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/429
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that the
Caretaker's House for Mill Mountain Park be declared as surplus property, and
authorization to sell the structure to House Movers of Roanoke Valley, Inc., for $100.00, or
otherwise sell or demolish the structure. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33811 on first reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/429
05/04/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending that the
Caretaker's House for Mill Mountain Park be declared as surplus property, and
authorization to sell the structure to House Movers of Roanoke Valley, Inc., for $100.00, or
otherwise sell or demolish the structure. Vice-Mayor Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33811 on first reading. (7-0)
Budget
87/431
05/04/98
A report of the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee
recommending approval of the City's share of the budget for the Government and
Education Access Cable Television Studio. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson;
Adopted Resolution No. 33813-050498. (7-0)
Cable Television
87/431
05/04/98
A report of the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television Committee
recommending approval of the City's share of the budget for the Government and
Education Access Cable Television Studio. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson;
Adopted Resolution No. 33813-050498. (7-0)
Roanoke Memorial Hospitals
87/432
05/04/98
Ordinance No. 33794, on second reading, authorizing a lease between the
City of Roanoke and CHS, Inc., (the "Lessee"), for the lease of certain airspace over
Crystal Spring Avenue, S.W., in the City, for a term of sixty (60) years; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33794-050498 on second reading. (7-0)
Community Hospital
87/432
05/04/98
Ordinance No. 33794, on second reading, authorizing a lease between the
City of Roanoke and CHS, Inc., (the "Lessee"), for the lease of certain airspace over Crystal
Spring Avenue, S.W., in the City, for a term of sixty (60) years; Adopted Ordinance No.
33794-050498 on second reading. (7-0)
Leases
87/432
05/04/98
Ordinance No. 33794, on second reading, authorizing a lease between the
City of Roanoke and CHS, Inc., (the "Lessee"), for the lease of certain airspace over Crystal
Spring Avenue, S.W., in the City, for a term of sixty (60) years; Adopted Ordinance No.
33794-050498 on second reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/432
05/04/98
Ordinance No. 33794, on second reading, authorizing a lease between the
City of Roanoke and CHS, Inc., (the "Lessee"), for the lease of certain airspace over Crystal
Spring Avenue, S.W., in the City, for a term of sixty (60) years; Adopted Ordinance No.
33794-050498 on second reading. (7-0)
Air Rights
87/432
05/04/98
Ordinance No. 33794, on second reading, authorizing a lease between the
City of Roanoke and CHS, Inc., (the "Lessee"), for the lease of certain airspace over Crystal
Spring Avenue, S.W., in the City, for a term of sixty (60) years; Adopted Ordinance No.
33794-050498 on second reading. (7-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/433
05/04/98
Ordinance No. 33795, on second reading, permanently vacating,
discontinuing and closing a .06 acre parcel of land adjacent to Official Tax Nos. 1260321
and 1260118 located on Oakwood Drive, S.W., and a .04 acre parcel located adjacent to
Official Tax No. 1260321, as shown on the Map of Oak Hill Subdivision; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33795-050498 on second reading. (6-0) (Mayor Bowers abstained from voting.)
Streets and Alleys
87/433
05/04/98
Ordinance No. 33796, on second reading, permanently vacating,
discontinuing and closing all of 10 1/2 Street, S.W., and a 10 foot alley lying parallel
thereto; Adopted Ordinance No. 33796-050498 on second reading. (7-0)
Traffic
87/434
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Vice-
Mayor Wyatt commended the Director of Public Works on his prompt response to a
situation with regard to flashing lights in one of the City's school zones.
Public Works
87/434
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Vice-Mayor Wyatt commended the Director of Public Works on his prompt response to a
situation with regard to flashing lights in one of the City's school zones.
Schools
87/434
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Vice-Mayor Wyatt commended the Director of Public Works on his prompt response to a
situation with regard to flashing lights in one of the City's school zones.
Budget
87/435
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White requested that the following matters be referred to 1998-99 budget
study:
Armory/Stadium
87/435
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White requested that the following matters be referred to 1998-99 budget
study:
Capital Improvements Program
87/435
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White requested that the following matters be referred to 1998-99 budget
study:
Schools
87/435
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White requested that the following matters be referred to 1998-99 budget
study:
Budget
87/435
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; As a
part of 1998-99 budget study, Council Member Swain requested a report on the financial
impact to the City of reducing the real estate tax rate by two cents. He also requested a
summary of budget items that would have to be deleted in order to provide for a two
cents reduction in the real estate tax rate.
Taxes
87/435
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; As a
part of 1998-99 budget study, Council Member Swain requested a report on the financial
impact to the City of reducing the real estate tax rate by two cents. He also requested a
summary of budget items that would have to be deleted in order to provide for a two cents
reduction in the real estate tax rate.
Traffic
87/435
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain referred to recent correspondence from the Director of Public
Works in regard to installing curb and sidewalk from Lafayette Boulevard to Abbott Street,
N.W., and from the end of the Home Depot construction along Cove Road to the first
intersection; however, he stated that the correspondence did not address the remainder of
Cove Road; The Director of Public Works advised that his letter was intended to provide a
status report on two high priority locations, but was not intended to suggest that it would
be the end of consideration of the request for curb and sidewalk along the Hershberger
Road/Cove Road Corridor.
Sidewalk/Curb and Gutter
87/435
05/04/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain referred to recent correspondence from the Director of Public
Works in regard to installing curb and sidewalk from Lafayette Boulevard to Abbott Street,
N.W., and from the end of the Home Depot construction along Cove Road to the first
intersection; however, he stated that the correspondence did not address the remainder of
Cove Road; The Director of Public Works advised that his letter was intended to provide a
status report on two high priority locations, but was not intended to suggest that it would
be the end of consideration of the request for curb and sidewalk along the Hershberger
Road/Cove Road Corridor.
Oaths of Office
87/436
05/04/98
John H. Parrott was reappointed as a Commissioner of the Hotel Roanoke
Conference Center Commission for a term ending April 12, 2002.
Committees
87/436
05/04/98
John H. Parrott was reappointed as a Commissioner of the Hotel Roanoke
Conference Center Commission for a term ending April 12, 2002.
Hotel Roanoke Conference Center
87/436
05/04/98
John H. Parrott was reappointed as a Commissioner of the Hotel Roanoke
Conference Center Commission for a term ending April 12, 2002.
Oaths of Office
87/436
05/04/98
Eva Darcel Walters was appointed as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 1998.
Committees
87/436
05/04/98
Eva Darcel Walters was appointed as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 1998.
Roanoke Arts Commission
87/436
05/04/98
Eva Darcel Walters was appointed as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 1998.
Virginia Municipal League
87/437
05/04/98
The following Virginia Municipal League Policy Committee nominations were
approved by Council:
Schools
87/442
05/11/98
Melinda J. Payne and Ruth C. Willson were elected as Trustees of the
Roanoke City School Board for terms commencing July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 2001.
Budget
87/442
05/11/98
With regard to City employee pension enhancements, Council unanimously
adopted a motion that any consideration of increasing the multiplier to 2.3 percent with a
maximum pension allowance increasing to 69% be deferred until after the June 30, 1998
actuarial report has been completed, which report will be received in September, 1998,
and that Council give serious consideration to eliminating its participation in these
additional pension benefits.
City Council
87/442
05/11/98
With regard to City employee pension enhancements, Council unanimously
adopted a motion that any consideration of increasing the multiplier to 2.3 percent with a
maximum pension allowance increasing to 69% be deferred until after the June 30, 1998
actuarial report has been completed, which report will be received in September, 1998,
and that Council give serious consideration to eliminating its participation in these
additional pension benefits.
City Employees
87/442
05/11/98
With regard to City employee pension enhancements, Council unanimously
adopted a motion that any consideration of increasing the multiplier to 2.3 percent with a
maximum pension allowance increasing to 69% be deferred until after the June 30, 1998
actuarial report has been completed, which report will be received in September, 1998,
and that Council give serious consideration to eliminating its participation in these
additional pension benefits.
Pensions
87/442
05/11/98
With regard to City employee pension enhancements, Council unanimously
adopted a motion that any consideration of increasing the multiplier to 2.3 percent with a
maximum pension allowance increasing to 69% be deferred until after the June 30, 1998
actuarial report has been completed, which report will be received in September, 1998,
and that Council give serious consideration to eliminating its participation in these
additional pension benefits.
Budget
87/446
05/11/98
A revised certificate of the Director of Finance advising that funds required for
the 1998-99 General Fund, Water Fund, Sewage Treatment Fund, Civic Center Fund,
Transportation 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
87/447
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual General Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33814-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/447
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Water Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998; and ending June 30, 1999; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33815-051198. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/447
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Water Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998; and ending June 30, 1999; and declaring
the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33815-051198. (7-0)
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/448
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Sewage Treatment Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33816-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/448
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Sewage Treatment Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33816-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/448
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Civic Center Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33817-051198. (7-0)
Roanoke Civic Center
87/448
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Civic Center Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33817-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/449
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Transportation Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33818-051198. (7-0)
Transportation Fund
87/449
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Transportation Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33818-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/449
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual City Information Systems Fund
Appropriation of the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending
June 30, 1999; and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33819-
051198. (7-0)
City Information Systems
87/449
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual City Information Systems Fund
Appropriation of the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending
June 30, 1999; and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No.
33819-051198. (7-0)
General Services
87/450
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Materials Control Fund Appropriation of the
City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33820-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/450
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Materials Control Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33820-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/450
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Management Services Fund Appropriation
of the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30,
1999; and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33821-051198.
(7-0)
Management and Budget
87/450
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Management Services Fund Appropriation
of the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33821-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/451
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Utility Line Services Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33822-051198. (7-0)
Utility Line Services
87/451
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Utility Line Services Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33822-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/451
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Fleet Management Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33823-051198. (7-0)
Fleet Maintenance Fund
87/451
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Fleet Management Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33823-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/452
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Risk Management Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33824-051198. (7-0)
Risk Management Fund
87/452
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual Risk Management Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33824-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/452
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual School Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999; and
declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33825-051198. (6-1)
Council Member Swain voted no.)
Schools
87/452
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting the annual School Fund Appropriation of the City of
Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999; and declaring
the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33825-051198. (6-1) Council
Member Swain voted no.)
Budget
87/453
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting a portion of the annual Grant Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33826-051198. (7-0)
Grants
87/453
05/11/98
An Ordinance adopting a portion of the annual Grant Fund Appropriation of
the City of Roanoke for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 1999;
and declaring the existence of an emergency; Adopted Ordinance No. 33826-051198. (7-0)
Pay Plan
87/453
05/11/98
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1998; 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 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 for certain members of the Fire Department who
are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team; repealing Ordinance
No. 33396-051297, adopted May 12, 1997, to the extent of any inconsistency; and providing
for an emergency and effective date; Adopted Ordinance No. 33827-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/453
05/11/98
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1998; 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 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 for certain members of the Fire Department who
are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team; repealing Ordinance
No. 33396-051297, adopted May 12, 1997, to the extent of any inconsistency; and providing
for an emergency and effective date; Adopted Ordinance No. 33827-051198. (7-0)
City Employees
87/453
05/11/98
An Ordinance to adopt and establish a Pay Plan for officers and employees of
the City effective July 1, 1998; 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 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 for certain members of the Fire Department who
are members of the Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team; repealing Ordinance
No. 33396-051297, adopted May 12, 1997, to the extent of any inconsistency; and providing
for an emergency and effective date; Adopted Ordinance No. 33827-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/454
05/11/98
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 Ordinance No. 33828-051198. (7-0)
Pensions
87/454
05/11/98
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 Ordinance No. 33828-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/455
05/11/98
A Resolution relating to payment of a matching contribution of not less than
five dollars nor more than ten dollars to the International City Management Association
Retirement Corporation Deferred Compensation Plan on behalf of any nontemporary
classified employee of the City who makes a contribution of an equal amount of his or her
own behalf to such Plan; and repealing Resolution No. 33401-051297, adopted May 12,
1997; Adopted Resolution No. 33829-051198. (7-0)
City Employees
87/455
05/11/98
A Resolution relating to payment of a matching contribution of not less than
five dollars nor more than ten dollars to the International City Management Association
Retirement Corporation Deferred Compensation Plan on behalf of any nontemporary
classified employee of the City who makes a contribution of an equal amount of his or her
own behalf to such Plan; and repealing Resolution No. 33401-051297, adopted May 12,
1997; Adopted Resolution No. 33829-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/456
05/11/98
A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit an approved Annual
Update to the Consolidated Plan for FY 1998-99 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
Resolution No. 33830-051198. (7-0)
Housing/Authority
87/456
05/11/98
A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit an approved Annual
Update to the Consolidated Plan for FY 1998-99 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 Resolution No.
33830-051198. (7-0)
Community Planning
87/456
05/11/98
A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit an approved Annual
Update to the Consolidated Plan for FY 1998-99 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 Resolution No.
33830-051198. (7-0)
Grants
87/456
05/11/98
A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit an approved Annual
Update to the Consolidated Plan for FY 1998-99 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 Resolution No.
33830-051198. (7-0)
Budget
87/457
05/11/98
An Ordinance establishing a rate schedule for certain water and sewage rates
and related charges for services provided by the City effective August 1, 1998 and July 1,
1999; and directing amendment of the Fee Compendium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33831
on first reading. (7-0)
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/457
05/11/98
An Ordinance establishing a rate schedule for certain water and sewage rates
and related charges for services provided by the City effective August 1, 1998 and July 1,
1999; and directing amendment of the Fee Compendium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33831 on
first reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/457
05/11/98
An Ordinance establishing a rate schedule for certain water and sewage rates
and related charges for services provided by the City effective August 1, 1998 and July 1,
1999; and directing amendment of the Fee Compendium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33831 on
first reading. (7-0)
City Council
87/458
05/11/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting that Council
convene in Executive Session to discuss two personnel matters, pursuant to Section 2.1-
344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, one being evaluation of the City Manager,
and the second being discussion of salaries for each of the Council-Appointed Officers;
Council concurred in the request. (7-0)
Director of Finance
87/459
05/11/98
Adopted Ordinance No. 33832-051198 establishing compensation for the City
Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal
Auditor and City Clerk for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998.
City Clerk
87/459
05/11/98
Adopted Ordinance No. 33832-051198 establishing compensation for the City
Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal
Auditor and City Clerk for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998.
Budget
87/459
05/11/98
Adopted Ordinance No. 33832-051198 establishing compensation for the City
Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal
Auditor and City Clerk for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998.
City Attorney
87/459
05/11/98
Adopted Ordinance No. 33832-051198 establishing compensation for the City
Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal
Auditor and City Clerk for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998.
City Manager
87/459
05/11/98
Adopted Ordinance No. 33832-051198 establishing compensation for the City
Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal
Auditor and City Clerk for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998.
Real Estate Valuation
87/459
05/11/98
Adopted Ordinance No. 33832-051198 establishing compensation for the City
Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal
Auditor and City Clerk for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998.
Municipal Auditor
87/459
05/11/98
Adopted Ordinance No. 33832-051198 establishing compensation for the City
Manager, City Attorney, Director of Finance, Director of Real Estate Valuation, Municipal
Auditor and City Clerk for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 1998.
Acts of Acknowledgement
87/466
05/18/98
The Mayor recognized students from the Odyssey of the Mind team, Crystal
Spring Elementary School, who placed first in the State Competition, and will represent
the Commonwealth of Virginia in the Odyssey of the Mind World Competition to be held at
Walt Disney Resort in late May, 1998.
Schools
87/466
05/18/98
The Mayor recognized students from the Odyssey of the Mind team, Crystal
Spring Elementary School, who placed first in the State Competition, and will represent
the Commonwealth of Virginia in the Odyssey of the Mind World Competition to be held at
Walt Disney Resort in late May, 1998.
Committees
87/466
05/18/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/466
05/18/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Schools
87/467
05/18/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss actual
litigation pending against the City in a Circuit Court of the Commonwealth, pursuant to
Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council
to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/467
05/18/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss actual
litigation pending against the City in a Circuit Court of the Commonwealth, pursuant to
Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to
convene in Executive Session.
Buildings/Building Department
87/467
05/18/98
A report of the City Manager with regard to an evaluation of the effectiveness
of the City's enforcement of the Building Code; Receive and file.
Elections
87/468
05/18/98
A communication from Gilbert E. Butler, Jr., Secretary, Roanoke City Electoral
Board, transmitting an Abstract of Votes cast in the General Election held in the City of
Roanoke on May 5, 1998; Receive and file.
City Council
87/468
05/18/98
A communication from Gilbert E. Butler, Jr., Secretary, Roanoke City Electoral
Board, transmitting an Abstract of Votes cast in the General Election held in the City of
Roanoke on May 5, 1998; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
87/470
05/18/98
Qualification of Brenda A. Powell as a member of the Fair Housing Board for
a term ending March 31, 2001.
Committees
87/470
05/18/98
Qualification of Brenda A. Powell as a member of the Fair Housing Board for
a term ending March 31, 2001.
Housing/Authority
87/470
05/18/98
Qualification of Brenda A. Powell as a member of the Fair Housing Board for
a term ending March 31, 2001.
Oaths of Office
87/470
05/18/98
Qualification of Alison S. Blanton as a member of the Architectural Review
Board for a term ending October 1, 2001; Receive and file.
Committees
87/470
05/18/98
Qualification of Alison S. Blanton as a member of the Architectural Review
Board for a term ending October 1, 2001; Receive and file.
Architectural Review Board
87/470
05/18/98
Qualification of Alison S. Blanton as a member of the Architectural Review
Board for a term ending October 1, 2001; Receive and file.
City Council
87/470
05/18/98
A report of the City Manager requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss expansion of an existing business where no previous announcement
has been made of the business' interest in expanding in the community, specifically to
discuss inducements that may be offered to such business to expand in the community,
pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A) (5), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request
for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Industries
87/470
05/18/98
A report of the City Manager requesting that Council convene in Executive
Session to discuss expansion of an existing business where no previous announcement
has been made of the business' interest in expanding in the community, specifically to
discuss inducements that may be offered to such business to expand in the community,
pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A) (5), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request
for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Budget
87/471
05/18/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $199,901.00 from the 1997-98 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Fund for site-based technology, roof design at Westside Elementary School,
and facility maintenance; and a report of the Director of Finance recommending that
Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance No. 33833-051898. (6-0)
Schools
87/471
05/18/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of $199,901.00 from the 1997-98 Capital Maintenance and Equipment
Replacement Fund for site-based technology, roof design at Westside Elementary School,
and facility maintenance; and a report of the Director of Finance recommending that
Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance No. 33833-051898. (6-0)
Budget
87/472
05/18/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds in connection the with
Roanoke River Flood Reduction Project; Adopted Ordinance No. 33834-051898.
Flood Reduction/Control
87/472
05/18/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds in connection the with
Roanoke River Flood Reduction Project; Adopted Ordinance No. 33834-051898.
Water Resources
87/472
05/18/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds in connection the with
Roanoke River Flood Reduction Project; Adopted Ordinance No. 33834-051898.
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/473
05/18/98
A report recommending appropriation of $65,000.00 from 1997 Bond Proceeds,
to provide funds for an engineering design contract with Mattern & Crain, Inc., and
acquisition of property rights in connection with the Murdock Creek Drainage Project;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33835-051898. (6-0)
Bonds/Bond Issues
87/473
05/18/98
A report recommending appropriation of $65,000.00 from 1997 Bond Proceeds,
to provide funds for an engineering design contract with Mattern & Crain, Inc., and
acquisition of property rights in connection with the Murdock Creek Drainage Project;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33835-051898. (6-0)
Budget
87/473
05/18/98
A report recommending appropriation of $65,000.00 from 1997 Bond Proceeds,
to provide funds for an engineering design contract with Mattern & Crain, Inc., and
acquisition of property rights in connection with the Murdock Creek Drainage Project;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33835-051898. (6-0)
Consultants Reports
87/473
05/18/98
A report recommending appropriation of $65,000.00 from 1997 Bond Proceeds,
to provide funds for an engineering design contract with Mattern & Crain, Inc., and
acquisition of property rights in connection with the Murdock Creek Drainage Project;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33835-051898. (6-0)
Water Resources
87/473
05/18/98
A report recommending appropriation of $65,000.00 from 1997 Bond Proceeds,
to provide funds for an engineering design contract with Mattern & Crain, Inc., and
acquisition of property rights in connection with the Murdock Creek Drainage Project;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33835-051898. (6-0)
Traffic
87/474
05/18/98
A report recommending transfer of $310,000.00 to the Capital Improvement
Reserve Account for Streets and Bridges; Adopted Ordinance No. 33836-051898. (6-0)
Bonds/Bond Issues
87/474
05/18/98
A report recommending transfer of $310,000.00 to the Capital Improvement
Reserve Account for Streets and Bridges; Adopted Ordinance No. 33836-051898. (6-0)
Budget
87/474
05/18/98
A report recommending transfer of $310,000.00 to the Capital Improvement
Reserve Account for Streets and Bridges; Adopted Ordinance No. 33836-051898. (6-0)
Bridges
87/474
05/18/98
A report recommending transfer of $310,000.00 to the Capital Improvement
Reserve Account for Streets and Bridges; Adopted Ordinance No. 33836-051898. (6-0)
Capital Improvements Program
87/474
05/18/98
A report recommending transfer of $310,000.00 to the Capital Improvement
Reserve Account for Streets and Bridges; Adopted Ordinance No. 33836-051898. (6-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/474
05/18/98
A report recommending transfer of $310,000.00 to the Capital Improvement
Reserve Account for Streets and Bridges; Adopted Ordinance No. 33836-051898. (6-0)
City Council
87/475
05/18/98
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution in support of a Regional
Commission to renovate, expand and operate a Juvenile Detention Center; Adopted
Resolution No. 33837-051898 and Ordinance No. 33838 on first reading.
Juvenile Correctional Facilities
87/475
05/18/98
A report recommending adoption of a Resolution in support of a Regional
Commission to renovate, expand and operate a Juvenile Detention Center; Adopted
Resolution No. 33837-051898 and Ordinance No. 33838 on first reading.
City Code
87/480
05/18/98
A report recommending adoption of proposed additions and revisions to the
City Code to ensure that public swimming pools in the City of Roanoke are constructed,
operated and maintained in a manner that protects the public welfare, health and safety;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33839 on first reading. (6-0)
Swimming Pools
87/480
05/18/98
A report recommending adoption of proposed additions and revisions to the
City Code to ensure that public swimming pools in the City of Roanoke are constructed,
operated and maintained in a manner that protects the public welfare, health and safety;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33839 on first reading. (6-0)
Fee Compendium
87/480
05/18/98
A report recommending adoption of proposed additions and revisions to the
City Code to ensure that public swimming pools in the City of Roanoke are constructed,
operated and maintained in a manner that protects the public welfare, health and safety;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33839 on first reading. (6-0)
Budget
87/481
05/18/98
A report recommending authorization to transfer unexpended state funds and
appropriate additional state revenue relating to programs funded through the Virginia
Juvenile Community Crime Control Act of 1995; Adopted Ordinance No. 33840-051898. (6-0)
Grants
87/481
05/18/98
A report recommending authorization to transfer unexpended state funds and
appropriate additional state revenue relating to programs funded through the Virginia
Juvenile Community Crime Control Act of 1995; Adopted Ordinance No. 33840-051898. (6-0)
Youth
87/481
05/18/98
A report recommending authorization to transfer unexpended state funds and
appropriate additional state revenue relating to programs funded through the Virginia
Juvenile Community Crime Control Act of 1995; Adopted Ordinance No. 33840-051898. (6-0)
Budget
87/483
05/18/98
A joint report of the City Manager and the Director of Finance recommending
transfer of funds in connection with the fourth quarter personnel lapse for fiscal year 1997-
98; Adopted Ordinance No. 33841-051898. (6-0)
City Employees
87/483
05/18/98
A joint report of the City Manager and the Director of Finance recommending
transfer of funds in connection with the fourth quarter personnel lapse for fiscal year
1997-98; Adopted Ordinance No. 33841-051898. (6-0)
Personnel Lapse Funds
87/483
05/18/98
A joint report of the City Manager and the Director of Finance recommending
transfer of funds in connection with the fourth quarter personnel lapse for fiscal year
1997-98; Adopted Ordinance No. 33841-051898. (6-0)
City Nursing Home
87/484
05/18/98
A report recommending closure of the Nursing Home Enterprise Fund, and
transfer of the remaining equity to the General Fund, effective June 30, 1998; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33842-051898. (6-0)
Budget
87/484
05/18/98
A report recommending closure of the Nursing Home Enterprise Fund, and
transfer of the remaining equity to the General Fund, effective June 30, 1998; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33842-051898. (6-0)
Human Development
87/484
05/18/98
A report recommending closure of the Nursing Home Enterprise Fund, and
transfer of the remaining equity to the General Fund, effective June 30, 1998; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33842-051898. (6-0)
Budget
87/486
05/18/98
A report recommending adoption of certain measures relating to
enhancements to the City of Roanoke Pension Plan for the Employee Supplemental
Retirement System (ESRS) and Employees Retirement System (ERS); Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33843 and 33844 on first reading and Resolution No. 33845-051898. (6-0)
City Employees
87/486
05/18/98
A report recommending adoption of certain measures relating to
enhancements to the City of Roanoke Pension Plan for the Employee Supplemental
Retirement System (ESRS) and Employees Retirement System (ERS); Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33843 and 33844 on first reading and Resolution No. 33845-051898. (6-0)
Pensions
87/486
05/18/98
A report recommending adoption of certain measures relating to
enhancements to the City of Roanoke Pension Plan for the Employee Supplemental
Retirement System (ESRS) and Employees Retirement System (ERS); Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33843 and 33844 on first reading and Resolution No. 33845-051898. (6-0)
Budget
87/488
05/18/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
J.P. Turner and Brothers, Incorporated, in the amount of $595,140.00 for construction of
the Franklin Road Water Main Replacement Project; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33846-051898 and 33847-051898. (6-0)
Water Resources
87/488
05/18/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
J.P. Turner and Brothers, Incorporated, in the amount of $595,140.00 for construction of the
Franklin Road Water Main Replacement Project; and appropriation of funds in connection
therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos.
33846-051898 and 33847-051898. (6-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/490
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33798, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into a lease agreement between the City and the Commonwealth of Virginia,
Department of Historic Resources, for office and laboratory space at the Buena Vista
Recreation Center, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33798-
051898 on second reading. (6-0)
Landmarks/Historic Preservation
87/490
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33798, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into a lease agreement between the City and the Commonwealth of Virginia,
Department of Historic Resources, for office and laboratory space at the Buena Vista
Recreation Center, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33798-051898
on second reading. (6-0)
Leases
87/490
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33798, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into a lease agreement between the City and the Commonwealth of Virginia,
Department of Historic Resources, for office and laboratory space at the Buena Vista
Recreation Center, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33798-051898
on second reading. (6-0)
Health Department
87/491
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33805, on second reading, authorizing the lease of certain
City-owned property to the State Department of Health, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33805-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
Leases
87/491
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33805, on second reading, authorizing the lease of certain
City-owned property to the State Department of Health, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33805-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/491
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33811, on second reading, declaring a certain structure located
at Mill Mountain Park to be surplus and authorizing its sale, removal or demolition;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33811-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/491
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33811, on second reading, declaring a certain structure located
at Mill Mountain Park to be surplus and authorizing its sale, removal or demolition;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33811-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
City Property
87/491
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33811, on second reading, declaring a certain structure located
at Mill Mountain Park to be surplus and authorizing its sale, removal or demolition;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33811-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
Sewers and Storm Drains
87/492
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33831, on second reading, establishing a rate schedule for
certain water and sewage rates and related charges for services provided by the City,
effective August 1, 1998, and July 1, 1999; and directing amendment of the Fee
Compendium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33831-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
Budget
87/492
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33831, on second reading, establishing a rate schedule for
certain water and sewage rates and related charges for services provided by the City,
effective August 1, 1998, and July 1, 1999; and directing amendment of the Fee
Compendium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33831-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
Taxes
87/492
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33831, on second reading, establishing a rate schedule for
certain water and sewage rates and related charges for services provided by the City,
effective August 1, 1998, and July 1, 1999; and directing amendment of the Fee
Compendium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33831-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
Fee Compendium
87/492
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33831, on second reading, establishing a rate schedule for
certain water and sewage rates and related charges for services provided by the City,
effective August 1, 1998, and July 1, 1999; and directing amendment of the Fee
Compendium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33831-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
Water Resources
87/492
05/18/98
Ordinance No. 33831, on second reading, establishing a rate schedule for
certain water and sewage rates and related charges for services provided by the City,
effective August 1, 1998, and July 1, 1999; and directing amendment of the Fee
Compendium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33831-051898 on second reading. (6-0)
City Council
87/493
05/18/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Harris expressed appreciation to Council Members and City staff who
participated in the first of the neighborhood tours, specifically the Belmont community, on
Monday, May 11.
Neighborhood Organizations
87/493
05/18/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Harris expressed appreciation to Council Members and City staff who
participated in the first of the neighborhood tours, specifically the Belmont community, on
Monday, May 11.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/493
05/18/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Harris expressed appreciation to Council Members and City staff who
participated in the first of the neighborhood tours, specifically the Belmont community, on
Monday, May 11.
Juvenile Correctional Facilities
87/494
05/18/98
Adopted Resolution No. 33848-051898 authorizing the City to make a voluntary
contribution of lieu of taxes to Botetourt County, subject to certain terms and conditions.
(5-0) (Council Members White and Trout were absent.)
Streets and Alleys
87/496
05/18/98
Public hearing on the request of Michelle Powell that an alley connecting
properties located at 1911 and 1909 East Gate Avenue, N.E., identified as Official Tax Nos.
3341103 and 3341104, be permanently vacated, discontinued and closed. Michelle Powell,
Spokesperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33849 on first reading. (4-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/498
05/18/98
Public hearing on the request of the City of Roanoke that a portion of
Pineland Road, S.W., located adjacent to Official Tax Nos. 5010507 and 5010317, be
permanently vacated, discontinued and closed. W. Robert Herbert, City Manager;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33850 on first reading. (4-0)
City Code
87/500
05/18/98
Public hearing on the request of the City Planning Commission to amend
Section 36.1-710, Zoning, Code of the City of Roanoke, (1979), as amended, by adding a
new subsection c, to provide for reimbursement or refund of certain fees and charges
under certain conditions. Evelyn S. Lander, Agent, City Planning Commission; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33851 on first reading. (4-0)
Zoning
87/500
05/18/98
Public hearing on the request of the City Planning Commission to amend
Section 36.1-710, Zoning, Code of the City of Roanoke, (1979), as amended, by adding a new
subsection c, to provide for reimbursement or refund of certain fees and charges under
certain conditions. Evelyn S. Lander, Agent, City Planning Commission; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33851 on first reading. (4-0)
Zoning
87/503
05/18/98
Public hearing on the request of Mark Firebaugh and Rocky Ridge Properties,
L.L.C., that a 2.82-acre tract of land located at 2013 Peters Creek Road, N.W., identified as
Official Tax No. 6370306, be rezoned from RS-3, Residential Single-Family District, to C-2,
General Commercial District, subject to certain conditions proffered by the petitioners.
Edward A. Natt, Attorney; Adopted Ordinance No. 33852 on first reading. (4-0)
Proclamations
87/511
06/01/98
A Proclamation designating the week of June 7-14, 1998 as United States
Army Week.
Proclamations
87/511
06/01/98
A Proclamation designating June 13 and 14, 1998 as Flag Days.
Flags
87/511
06/01/98
A Proclamation designating June 13 and 14, 1998 as Flag Days.
Proclamations
87/511
06/01/98
A Proclamation designating the week of June 1-6, 1998 as Habitat for
Humanity Week.
Habitat for Humanity
87/511
06/01/98
A Proclamation designating the week of June 1-6, 1998 as Habitat for
Humanity Week.
City Council
87/512
06/01/98
Minutes of the Financial Planning Session of Council held on Saturday,
February 28, 1998; and the regular meetings of Council held on Monday, March 2, 1998,
and Monday, March 16, 1998; Dispense with the reading thereof and approve as recorded.
Committees
87/512
06/01/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting and 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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/512
06/01/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting and 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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Taxes
87/513
06/01/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers with regard to a
communication from the Honorable Richard C. Pattisall, Judge, Twenty-Third Judicial
Circuit of Virginia, transmitting a report of the Board of Equalization for the taxable year
July 1, 1998, to June 30, 1999, inclusive; Receive and file.
Real Estate Valuation
87/513
06/01/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers with regard to a
communication from the Honorable Richard C. Pattisall, Judge, Twenty-Third Judicial
Circuit of Virginia, transmitting a report of the Board of Equalization for the taxable year
July 1, 1998, to June 30, 1999, inclusive; Receive and file.
Elections
87/513
06/01/98
A communication from Gilbert E. Butler, Jr., Secretary, Roanoke City Electoral
Board, requesting an indefinite relocation of the polling place for Lee Hi Precinct at the
Covenant Presbyterian Church; Authorize advertisement of a public hearing to be held on
Monday, July 20, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.
Parks and Recreation
87/514
06/01/98
A communication from G. Scott Shackelford tendering his resignation as a
member of the Mill Mountain Advisory Committee effective June 30, 1998; Accept the
resignation and receive and file the communication.
Committees
87/514
06/01/98
A communication from G. Scott Shackelford tendering his resignation as a
member of the Mill Mountain Advisory Committee effective June 30, 1998; Accept the
resignation and receive and file the communication.
City Attorney
87/514
06/01/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss and
consider a matter of pending litigation, specifically a lawsuit brought against certain
specific City employees, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/514
06/01/98
A report of the City Attorney requesting an Executive Session to discuss and
consider a matter of pending litigation, specifically a lawsuit brought against certain
specific City employees, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(7), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Oaths of Office
87/515
06/01/98
Qualification of Eva Darcel Walters as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 1998; Receive and file.
Committees
87/515
06/01/98
Qualification of Eva Darcel Walters as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 1998; Receive and file.
Roanoke Arts Commission
87/515
06/01/98
Qualification of Eva Darcel Walters as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 1998; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
87/515
06/01/98
John H. Parrott as a Commissioner of the Hotel Roanoke Conference Center
Commission for a term ending April 12, 2002; Receive and file.
Committees
87/515
06/01/98
John H. Parrott as a Commissioner of the Hotel Roanoke Conference Center
Commission for a term ending April 12, 2002; Receive and file.
Hotel Roanoke Conference Center
87/515
06/01/98
John H. Parrott as a Commissioner of the Hotel Roanoke Conference Center
Commission for a term ending April 12, 2002; Receive and file.
Arts Council of Roanoke Valley
87/515
06/01/98
Request to address Council with regard to activities and programs of the Arts
Council of the Blue Ridge. Susan Jennings, Executive Director, Spokesperson; Received
and filed.
Schools
87/516
06/01/98
Request to address Council with regard to teacher recruitment strategies in
the Roanoke City Schools. Dr. E. Wayne Harris, Superintendent of Schools, and Faye
Pleasants, Executive for Human Resources; Received and filed.
Budget
87/518
06/01/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to certain school accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33853-060198
and 33854-060198. (7-0)
Schools
87/518
06/01/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to certain school accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33853-060198
and 33854-060198. (7-0)
Budget
87/520
06/01/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting closeout of
certain completed school grant accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Concurred in the request. (7-0)
Schools
87/620
06/01/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting closeout of
certain completed school grant accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Concurred in the request. (7-0)
Budget
87/521
06/01/98
A report recommending transfer of funds to cover current workers'
compensation claims for fiscal year 1997-98; Adopted Ordinance No. 33855-060198. (7-0)
Workers Compensation
87/521
06/01/98
A report recommending transfer of funds to cover current workers'
compensation claims for fiscal year 1997-98; Adopted Ordinance No. 33855-060198. (7-0)
City Employees
87/521
06/01/98
A report recommending transfer of funds to cover current workers'
compensation claims for fiscal year 1997-98; Adopted Ordinance No. 33855-060198. (7-0)
Budget
87/522
06/01/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds in connection with
environmental issues at the City's Public Works Service Center; Adopted Ordinance No.
33856-060198. (7-0)
Public Works
87/522
06/01/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds in connection with
environmental issues at the City's Public Works Service Center; Adopted Ordinance No.
33856-060198. (7-0)
State Highways
87/524
06/01/98
A report recommending approval of a three-lane design in connection with
improvements to Tenth Street, N.W.; Adopted Resolution No. 33857-060198. (7-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/524
06/01/98
A report recommending approval of a three-lane design in connection with
improvements to Tenth Street, N.W.; Adopted Resolution No. 33857-060198. (7-0)
Police Department
87/525
06/01/98
A report with regard to appropriation of funds for the Sheriff Department's
portion of the Public Safety System; Adopted Ordinance No. 33858-060198. (7-0)
Budget
87/525
06/01/98
A report with regard to appropriation of funds for the Sheriff Department's
portion of the Public Safety System; Adopted Ordinance No. 33858-060198. (7-0)
Equipment
87/525
06/01/98
A report with regard to appropriation of funds for the Sheriff Department's
portion of the Public Safety System; Adopted Ordinance No. 33858-060198. (7-0)
Budget
87/526
06/01/98
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds received from the
Governor's Employment and Training Department for the Fifth District Employment and
Training Consortium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33859-060198. (7-0)
FDETC
87/526
06/01/98
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds received from the
Governor's Employment and Training Department for the Fifth District Employment and
Training Consortium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33859-060198. (7-0)
Audits/Financial Reports
87/528
06/01/98
A financial report for the month of April, 1998; Received and filed.
Budget
87/528
06/01/98
A report recommending transfer of funds for Internal Services Fund charges;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33860-060198. (7-0)
Internal Service Fund
87/528
06/01/98
A report recommending transfer of funds for Internal Services Fund charges;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33860-060198. (7-0)
Pay Plan
87/530
06/01/98
A report recommending allocation of unemployment wages, termination
leave wages and ICMA funds to General Fund department budgets; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33861-060198. (7-0)
Budget
87/530
06/01/98
A report recommending allocation of unemployment wages, termination
leave wages and ICMA funds to General Fund department budgets; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33861-060198. (7-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/531
06/01/98
A report of the Mill Mountain Advisory Committee with regard to proposed
guidelines relating to use and illumination of the Mill Mountain Star. Carl H. Kopitzke,
Chairperson; Concurred in the recommendation and referred the matter to the City
Attorney for preparation of the proper measure. (6-0) (Vice-Mayor Wyatt voted no.)
Budget
87/533
06/01/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
English Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $3,058,597.70, for rehabilitation of
the Hunter Viaduct Phase II project; execution of Amendment No. 4 to the City's
agreement for engineering services with Hayes, Seay, Mattern and Mattern, Inc.; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33862-060198 and 33863-060198 and Resolution No.
33864-060198. (7-0)
Hunter Viaduct
87/533
06/01/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
English Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $3,058,597.70, for rehabilitation of the
Hunter Viaduct Phase II project; execution of Amendment No. 4 to the City's agreement for
engineering services with Hayes, Seay, Mattern and Mattern, Inc.; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance Nos. 33862-060198 and 33863-060198 and Resolution No. 33864-060198. (7-0)
Consultants Reports
87/533
06/01/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
English Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $3,058,597.70, for rehabilitation of the
Hunter Viaduct Phase II project; execution of Amendment No. 4 to the City's agreement for
engineering services with Hayes, Seay, Mattern and Mattern, Inc.; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance Nos. 33862-060198 and 33863-060198 and Resolution No. 33864-060198. (7-0)
Budget
87/536
06/01/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
H. & S. Construction Company, in the amount of $443,488.25, for construction of the Cove
Road and Peach Tree Drive Bridge replacement project; and transfer of funds in
connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33865-060198 and 33866-060198. (7-0)
Bridges
87/536
06/01/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
H. & S. Construction Company, in the amount of $443,488.25, for construction of the Cove
Road and Peach Tree Drive Bridge replacement project; and transfer of funds in
connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
Nos. 33865-060198 and 33866-060198. (7-0)
Sidewalk/Curb and Gutter
87/537
06/01/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
H. & S. Construction Company, in the amount of $471,850.00, for construction of new
concrete sidewalks, entrances and curb, Phase III; and transfer and appropriation of funds
in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance Nos. 33867-060198 and 33868-060198. (7-0)
Budget
87/537
06/01/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
H. & S. Construction Company, in the amount of $471,850.00, for construction of new
concrete sidewalks, entrances and curb, Phase III; and transfer and appropriation of funds
in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance Nos. 33867-060198 and 33868-060198. (7-0)
Budget
87/539
06/01/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
H.T. Bowling, Inc., in the amount of $1,054,305.00, for construction of the Peters Creek
Detention Basin; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H.
Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33869-060198 and 33870-060198. (7-0)
Water Resources
87/539
06/01/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
H.T. Bowling, Inc., in the amount of $1,054,305.00, for construction of the Peters Creek
Detention Basin; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H.
Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33869-060198 and 33870-060198. (7-0)
Juvenile Correctional Facilities
87/540
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33838, on second reading, authorizing the City Manager to
execute the Roanoke Valley Detention Commission Service Agreement by and among the
Commission, the City of Salem, and the Counties of Franklin, Roanoke and Botetourt,
should Botetourt choose to participate and to execute the necessary documents providing
for the sale and conveyance of property owned by the City and commonly known as the
Roanoke City Juvenile Detention Center in Botetourt County, upon certain terms and
conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33838-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
City Code
87/541
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33839, on second reading, amending the City Code with regard
to the regulation of swimming pools; Adopted Ordinance No. 33839-060198 on second
reading. (7-0)
Swimming Pools
87/541
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33839, on second reading, amending the City Code with regard
to the regulation of swimming pools; Adopted Ordinance No. 33839-060198 on second
reading. (7-0)
Fee Compendium
87/541
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33839, on second reading, amending the City Code with regard
to the regulation of swimming pools; Adopted Ordinance No. 33839-060198 on second
reading. (7-0)
Budget
87/542
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33843, on second reading, amending and reordaining
subsection (a) of Section 22.1-44, Normal service retirement, Code of the City of Roanoke
(1979), as amended, to provide for use of a Rule of 70 for calculation of normal retirement
age for firefighters and deputized police officers and a Rule of 80 for calculation of normal
retirement age for all other City employees; and providing for an effective date; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33843-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
City Employees
87/542
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33843, on second reading, amending and reordaining
subsection (a) of Section 22.1-44, Normal service retirement, Code of the City of Roanoke
(1979), as amended, to provide for use of a Rule of 70 for calculation of normal retirement
age for firefighters and deputized police officers and a Rule of 80 for calculation of normal
retirement age for all other City employees; and providing for an effective date; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33843-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
Pensions
87/542
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33843, on second reading, amending and reordaining
subsection (a) of Section 22.1-44, Normal service retirement, Code of the City of Roanoke
(1979), as amended, to provide for use of a Rule of 70 for calculation of normal retirement
age for firefighters and deputized police officers and a Rule of 80 for calculation of normal
retirement age for all other City employees; and providing for an effective date; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33843-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
Budget
87/543
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33844, on second reading, amending and reordaining Section
22.1-3, Membership generally, of Chapter 22.1, Pensions and Retirement, Code of the City
of Roanoke (1979), as amended, by the addition of a new subsection (c2) providing for a
new window of opportunity during which members of the Employees' Retirement System
may transfer to the Employees' Supplemental Retirement System; Adopted Ordinance No.
33844-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
City Employees
87/543
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33844, on second reading, amending and reordaining Section
22.1-3, Membership generally, of Chapter 22.1, Pensions and Retirement, Code of the City of
Roanoke (1979), as amended, by the addition of a new subsection (c2) providing for a new
window of opportunity during which members of the Employees' Retirement System may
transfer to the Employees' Supplemental Retirement System; Adopted Ordinance No.
33844-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
Pensions
87/543
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33844, on second reading, amending and reordaining Section
22.1-3, Membership generally, of Chapter 22.1, Pensions and Retirement, Code of the City of
Roanoke (1979), as amended, by the addition of a new subsection (c2) providing for a new
window of opportunity during which members of the Employees' Retirement System may
transfer to the Employees' Supplemental Retirement System; Adopted Ordinance No.
33844-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/543
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33849, on second reading, permanently vacating, discontinuing
and closing an alley connecting properties located at 1911 and 1909 East Gate Avenue,
N.E., identified as Official Tax Nos. 3341103 and 3341104; Adopted Ordinance No. 33849-
060198 on second reading. (7-0)
Streets and Alleys
87/544
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33850, on second reading, permanently vacating, discontinuing
and closing a portion of Pineland Road, S.W., located adjacent to Official Tax Nos.
5010507 and 5010317; Adopted Ordinance No. 33850-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
City Code
87/544
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33851, on second reading, amending Section 36.1-710, Fees
generally, of Division 6, Fees, of Article VII, Administration, of Chapter 36.1, Zoning, of the
Code of the City of Roanoke, (1979), as amended, by the addition of a new subsection (c),
to authorize refunds of fees or charges under certain justifiable circumstances; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33851-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
Zoning
87/544
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33851, on second reading, amending Section 36.1-710, Fees
generally, of Division 6, Fees, of Article VII, Administration, of Chapter 36.1, Zoning, of the
Code of the City of Roanoke, (1979), as amended, by the addition of a new subsection (c), to
authorize refunds of fees or charges under certain justifiable circumstances; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33851-060198 on second reading. (7-0)
Zoning
87/545
06/01/98
Ordinance No. 33852, on second reading, rezoning a 2.82-acre tract of land
located at 2013 Peters Creek Road, N.W., identified as Official Tax No. 6370306, from RS-3,
Residential Single-Family District, to C-2, General Commercial District, subject to certain
conditions proffered by the petitioners; Adopted Ordinance No. 33852-060198 on second
reading.
Segregation/Integration
87/546
06/01/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Council
Member White commended the Planning Committee on the success of the First Regional
Conference on Community Relations which was held on May 29, 1998, at The Hotel
Roanoke.
Acts of Acknowledgement
87/546
06/01/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White commended the Planning Committee on the success of the First
Regional Conference on Community Relations which was held on May 29, 1998, at The
Hotel Roanoke.
Committees
87/546
06/01/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member White commended the Planning Committee on the success of the First
Regional Conference on Community Relations which was held on May 29, 1998, at The
Hotel Roanoke.
City Council
87/546
06/01/98
The matter of scheduling a joint meeting of Roanoke City Council and the
Salem City Council was referred to the City Clerk.
Acts of Acknowledgement
87/546
06/01/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Inasmuch as Council Member Harris will not be present for the June 15, 1998 Council
meeting which will be the last official meeting of Council Member Parrott, Mr. Harris
commended Mr. Parrott for his years of service as a Member of Roanoke City Council.
City Council
87/546
06/01/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Inasmuch as Council Member Harris will not be present for the June 15, 1998 Council
meeting which will be the last official meeting of Council Member Parrott, Mr. Harris
commended Mr. Parrott for his years of service as a Member of Roanoke City Council.
Acts of Acknowledgement
87/546
06/01/98
The Mayor commended George C. Snead, Jr., Director of Public Safety, for his
service as President of the Local Chapter, National Conference of Christians and Jews.
Police Department
87/546
06/01/98
Mr. Jeff Artis, 727 Highland Avenue, S.E., addressed Council with regard to
gang activity in southeast Roanoke; violence among young people, particularly in
northwest Roanoke involving automatic weapons; and sale and distribution of drugs in
public housing projects. The concerns were referred to the City Manager for response by
appropriate City staff.
Drugs/Substance Abuse
87/546
06/01/98
Mr. Jeff Artis, 727 Highland Avenue, S.E., addressed Council with regard to
gang activity in southeast Roanoke; violence among young people, particularly in
northwest Roanoke involving automatic weapons; and sale and distribution of drugs in
public housing projects. The concerns were referred to the City Manager for response by
appropriate City staff.
Housing/Authority
87/546
06/01/98
Mr. Jeff Artis, 727 Highland Avenue, S.E., addressed Council with regard to
gang activity in southeast Roanoke; violence among young people, particularly in
northwest Roanoke involving automatic weapons; and sale and distribution of drugs in
public housing projects. The concerns were referred to the City Manager for response by
appropriate City staff.
Police Department
87/546
06/01/98
The Mayor requested that Council be provided with a briefing on crime in the
City of Roanoke.
Police Department
87/547
06/01/98
Todd St. Clair was reappointed as a member of the Youth Services Citizen
Board for a term ending May 31, 2001.
Committees
87/547
06/01/98
Todd St. Clair was reappointed as a member of the Youth Services Citizen
Board for a term ending May 31, 2001.
Youth
87/547
06/01/98
Todd St. Clair was reappointed as a member of the Youth Services Citizen
Board for a term ending May 31, 2001.
Police Department
87/548
06/01/98
Gary J. Foutz was appointed as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1998.
Committees
87/548
06/01/98
Gary J. Foutz was appointed as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1998.
Roanoke Neighborhood Partnership
87/548
06/01/98
Gary J. Foutz was appointed as a member of the Roanoke Neighborhood
Partnership Steering Committee for a term ending November 30, 1998.
Public Works
87/548
06/01/98
The City Attorney presented a briefing with regard to an investigation by the
City for buried drums and solid waste at the Public Works Service Center on Courtland
Avenue.
City Council
87/552
06/15/98
Adopted Resolution No. 33871-061598 recognizing the service of the
Honorable John H. Parrott, Member, Roanoke City Council. (5-0) (Council Member Parrott
abstained from voting.)
Committees
87/552
06/15/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/552
06/15/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
87/553
06/15/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss a
prospective business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the
business or industry's interest in locating its facilities in this community, specifically to
discuss inducements that may be offered to such business or industry, pursuant to Section
2.1-344 (A)(5), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to
convene in Executive Session.
Industries
87/553
06/15/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss a
prospective business or industry where no previous announcement has been made of the
business or industry's interest in locating its facilities in this community, specifically to
discuss inducements that may be offered to such business or industry, pursuant to Section
2.1-344 (A)(5), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended; Concur in request for Council to convene
in Executive Session.
Emergency Services
87/554
06/15/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers transmitting a news release
dated June 3, 1998, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency indicating that the
Roanoke area has been asked to become a Project Impact community to reduce the
effects of disasters; Refer to the City Manager for appropriate action.
Budget
87/555
06/15/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation and transfer of funds to certain school accounts; and a report of the Director
of Finance recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance No.
33872-061598 and Resolution No. 33873-061598. (6-0)
Schools
87/555
06/15/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation and transfer of funds to certain school accounts; and a report of the Director
of Finance recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance No.
33872-061598 and Resolution No. 33873-061598. (6-0)
Budget
87/557
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of fiscal year 1998-99 Community
Development Block Grant Program funds, and execution of the requisite Grant Agreement
with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); Adopted
Ordinance No. 33874-061598 and Resolution No. 33875-061598. (6-0)
Housing/Authority
87/557
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of fiscal year 1998-99 Community
Development Block Grant Program funds, and execution of the requisite Grant Agreement
with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); Adopted
Ordinance No. 33874-061598 and Resolution No. 33875-061598. (6-0)
Grants
87/557
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of fiscal year 1998-99 Community
Development Block Grant Program funds, and execution of the requisite Grant Agreement
with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); Adopted
Ordinance No. 33874-061598 and Resolution No. 33875-061598. (6-0)
Budget
87/559
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of fiscal year 1998-99 HOME Investment
Partnership Program funds, and execution of the requisite Grant Agreement with the
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); Adopted Ordinance
No. 33876-061598 and Resolution No. 33877-061598. (6-0)
Housing/Authority
87/559
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of fiscal year 1998-99 HOME Investment
Partnership Program funds, and execution of the requisite Grant Agreement with the
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); Adopted Ordinance
No. 33876-061598 and Resolution No. 33877-061598. (6-0)
Grants
87/559
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of fiscal year 1998-99 HOME Investment
Partnership Program funds, and execution of the requisite Grant Agreement with the
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); Adopted Ordinance
No. 33876-061598 and Resolution No. 33877-061598. (6-0)
Purchase/Sale of Property
87/561
06/15/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds received from the
Commonwealth of Virginia in connection with the Garden City Property/Relocation
Program; Adopted Ordinance No. 33878-061598. (6-0)
Budget
87/561
06/15/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds received from the
Commonwealth of Virginia in connection with the Garden City Property/Relocation
Program; Adopted Ordinance No. 33878-061598. (6-0)
Flood Reduction/Control
87/561
06/15/98
A report recommending appropriation of funds received from the
Commonwealth of Virginia in connection with the Garden City Property/Relocation
Program; Adopted Ordinance No. 33878-061598. (6-0)
Budget
87/562
06/15/98
A report recommending certain funding adjustments to cover refuse disposal
program requirements in Solid Waste Management for the remainder of fiscal year 1997-
98; Adopted Ordinance No. 33879-061598. (6-0)
Refuse Collection
87/562
06/15/98
A report recommending certain funding adjustments to cover refuse disposal
program requirements in Solid Waste Management for the remainder of fiscal year 1997-98;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33879-061598. (6-0)
Housing/Authority
87/564
06/15/98
A report recommending execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Subgrantee
Agreement with Virginia Realty and Auction, Inc., to provide for extension of the
completion date for renovations to certain property located on First Street, S.W., known
as "One Elm Place"; Adopted Resolution No. 33880-061598. (6-0)
Grants
87/564
06/15/98
A report recommending execution of Amendment No. 1 to the Subgrantee
Agreement with Virginia Realty and Auction, Inc., to provide for extension of the
completion date for renovations to certain property located on First Street, S.W., known as
"One Elm Place"; Adopted Resolution No. 33880-061598. (6-0)
Budget
87/565
06/15/98
A report recommending the purchase of new playground equipment for use
in four City parks from Cunningham Associates, Inc., for a total cost of $115,896.00;
Adopted Resolution No. 33881-061598. (6-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/565
06/15/98
A report recommending the purchase of new playground equipment for use
in four City parks from Cunningham Associates, Inc., for a total cost of $115,896.00; Adopted
Resolution No. 33881-061598. (6-0)
Equipment
87/565
06/15/98
A report recommending the purchase of new playground equipment for use
in four City parks from Cunningham Associates, Inc., for a total cost of $115,896.00; Adopted
Resolution No. 33881-061598. (6-0)
Police Department
87/566
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of additional funds from the United
States Department of Justice, Forfeited Property Sharing Program; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33882-061598. (6-0)
Budget
87/566
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of additional funds from the United
States Department of Justice, Forfeited Property Sharing Program; and appropriation of
funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33882-061598. (6-0)
Police Department
87/567
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of funds from the Department of Criminal
Justice Services, Forfeited Asset Sharing Program; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33883-061598. (6-0)
Budget
87/567
06/15/98
A report recommending acceptance of funds from the Department of Criminal
Justice Services, Forfeited Asset Sharing Program; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33883-061598. (6-0)
City Treasurer
87/568
06/15/98
A report recommending the execution of contracts with the City's
Constitutional Officers; Adopted Resolution No. 33884-061598. (6-0)
Clerk of Courts
87/568
06/15/98
A report recommending the execution of contracts with the City's
Constitutional Officers; Adopted Resolution No. 33884-061598. (6-0)
Commissioner of Revenue
87/568
06/15/98
A report recommending the execution of contracts with the City's
Constitutional Officers; Adopted Resolution No. 33884-061598. (6-0)
City Sheriff
87/568
06/15/98
A report recommending the execution of contracts with the City's
Constitutional Officers; Adopted Resolution No. 33884-061598. (6-0)
Commonwealth's Attorney
87/568
06/15/98
A report recommending the execution of contracts with the City's
Constitutional Officers; Adopted Resolution No. 33884-061598. (6-0)
Budget
87/569
06/15/98
A report recommending the close-out of accounts for completed capital
projects; Adopted Ordinance No. 33885-061598. (6-0)
Capital Improvements Program
87/569
06/15/98
A report recommending the close-out of accounts for completed capital
projects; Adopted Ordinance No. 33885-061598. (6-0)
City Code
87/570
06/15/98
A report transmitting a measure to readopt and reenact the Code of the City
of Roanoke (1979), as amended; Adopted Ordinance No. 33886-061598. (6-0)
Parks and Recreation
87/571
06/15/98
A report transmitting a measure establishing a policy with respect to
illumination of the Mill Mountain Star; Adopted Resolution No. 33887-061598. (5-1) (Vice-
Mayor Wyatt voted no.)
Drugs/Substance Abuse
87/571
06/15/98
A report transmitting a measure establishing a policy with respect to
illumination of the Mill Mountain Star; Adopted Resolution No. 33887-061598. (5-1) (Vice-
Mayor Wyatt voted no.)
Budget
87/575
06/15/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
J&W Sandblasting of North Carolina, Inc., in the amount of $161,000.00, for exterior and
interior potable water tank painting at Grandin Court Tanks 1 and 2 and the Carroll
Avenue Tank; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H.
Parrott, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33888-061598 (6-0); and Ordinance No. 33889-
061598 (5-0). (Council Member White was out of the Council Chamber.)
Water Resources
87/575
06/15/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending execution of a contract with
J&W Sandblasting of North Carolina, Inc., in the amount of $161,000.00, for exterior and
interior potable water tank painting at Grandin Court Tanks 1 and 2 and the Carroll Avenue
Tank; and transfer of funds in connection therewith. Council Member John H. Parrott,
Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No. 33888-061598 (6-0); and Ordinance No. 33889-061598
(5-0). (Council Member White was out of the Council Chamber.)
Police Department
87/577
06/15/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain addressed weekly crime reports which are published in The
Roanoke Times. He advised that the circulation area of The Roanoke Times covers
Botetourt County, Roanoke County, City of Salem and Town of Vinton; however, only
crime statistics from Roanoke City are published, which is unfair to the City of Roanoke in
that it stereotypes Roanoke as an area of crime. He requested the City Manager's
involvement. The Mayor invited a response from Mr. Walter Rugaber, Publisher, The
Roanoke Times.
Complaints
87/578
06/15/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Vice-
Mayor Wyatt called attention to the increasing number of citizen complaints regarding
weeds, and requested that the legal procedure for week control be published on the City
Page in The Roanoke Times and RVTV Channel 3. Council Member White stressed the
importance of providing a timely response to citizens when weed control violations are
reported. The Mayor requested that Council be provided with a status report on the
Citizens Service Center at either the July 6 or 20 Council Meeting.
Oaths of Office
87/578
06/15/98
Billie Abshire was appointed as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
City Council
87/578
06/15/98
Billie Abshire was appointed as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
87/579
06/15/98
Harry F. Collins, Sr., was reappointed as a member of the Board of Fire
Appeals for a term ending June 30, 2002.
Fire Department
87/579
06/15/98
Harry F. Collins, Sr., was reappointed as a member of the Board of Fire
Appeals for a term ending June 30, 2002.
Oaths of Office
87/579
06/15/98
Earnest C. Wilson, Sr., and E. Douglas Chittum were reappointed as members
of the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke Pension Plan, for terms ending June 30, 2000
and June 30, 2002, respectively.
Pensions
87/579
06/15/98
Earnest C. Wilson, Sr., and E. Douglas Chittum were reappointed as members
of the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke Pension Plan, for terms ending June 30, 2000
and June 30, 2002, respectively.
Flood Reduction/Control
87/580
06/15/98
E.L. Noell, Willard N. Claytor, Lucian Y. Grove, Kathy S. Hill, Harold L.
Shaffer, Dennis Tinsley, Edgar V. Wheeler, and Read A. Lunsford were reappointed as
members of the Flood Plain Committee for terms ending June 30, 1999.
Cultural Services Committee
87/580
06/15/98
Beverly A. James, Frances L. Keen, George A. Kegley and William L. Lee
were reappointed as members of the Cultural Services Committee for terms ending
June 30, 1999.
Parks and Recreation
87/581
06/15/98
Betty Field, Eddie Wallace, Jr., Ralph K. Smith, Jordan B. Peck, III, Carl H.
Kopitzke, Mary E. Kepley and Barry L. Thomas were reappointed as members of the Mill
Mountain Advisory Committee for terms ending June 30, 1999.
Oaths of Office
87/581
06/15/98
Stephen L. Jamison was reappointed as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
City Employees
87/581
06/15/98
Stephen L. Jamison was reappointed as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
Personnel Department
87/581
06/15/98
Stephen L. Jamison was reappointed as a member of the Personnel and
Employment Practices Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
Oaths of Office
87/582
06/15/98
R. Matthew Kennell, Ann D. Masters, Sherlie S. Doherty and Eva Darcel
Walters were reappointed as members of the Roanoke Arts Commission for terms ending
June 30, 2001.
Roanoke Arts Commission
87/582
06/15/98
R. Matthew Kennell, Ann D. Masters, Sherlie S. Doherty and Eva Darcel
Walters were reappointed as members of the Roanoke Arts Commission for terms ending
June 30, 2001.
Oaths of Office
87/582
06/15/98
Brenda L. McDaniel and B. Gayle Graves were reappointed as members of
the Roanoke Public Library Board for terms ending June 30, 2001.
Libraries
87/582
06/15/98
Brenda L. McDaniel and B. Gayle Graves were reappointed as members of
the Roanoke Public Library Board for terms ending June 30, 2001.
Convention and Visitors Bureau
87/582
06/15/98
Sunny Shah and James O. Trout were reappointed as members of the
Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau, Board of Directors, City Representatives,
for terms ending June 30, 1999.
War Memorial
87/583
06/15/98
Robert O. Gray, W. Robert Herbert, Sloan H. Hoopes, Daniel E. Karnes and
Alfred C. Moore were reappointed as members of the War Memorial Committee for terms
ending June 30, 1999.
Zoning
87/584
06/15/98
Public hearing on the request of Shrinath Enterprises, L.L.C., that a 2.378 acre
tract of land located at 1927 Franklin Road, S.W., between Wiley Drive and Brandon
Avenue, identified as Official Tax No. 1040302, be rezoned from LM, Light Manufacturing
District, to C-2, General Commercial District. Charles H. Osterhoudt, Attorney; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33890 on first reading. (6-0)
Zoning
87/585
06/15/98
Public hearing on the request of CHS, Inc., that four lots located at 1702
Hamilton Terrace, S.E., identified as Official Tax Nos. 4040822 - 4040825, inclusive, be
rezoned from RM-1, Residential Multifamily District, Low Density District, to C-2, General
Commercial District; and a portion of an additional lot identified as Official Tax No.
4040833, located on Belleview Avenue, S.E., be rezoned from RM-1, Residential
Multifamily District, Low Density District, to C-2, General Commercial District, to remaining
portion is already zoned C-2, subject to certain conditions proffered by the petitioner.
Robert B. Manetta, Attorney; Adopted Ordinance No. 33891 on first reading. (6-0)
Zoning
87/587
06/15/98
Public hearing on the request of the Roanoke City Planning Commission that
11 parcels of land in the northeast quadrant of the City, fronting on Ridgefield Street and
Mississippi Avenue, N.E., identified as Official Tax Nos. 3130304 - 3130308, inclusive,
3130313 - 3130315, inclusive, and 3130505 - 3130507, inclusive, be rezoned from HM, Heavy
Manufacturing District, to RM-1, Residential Multifamily District, Low Density District.
Evelyn S. Lander, Agent, City Planning Commission; Adopted Ordinance No. 33892 on first
reading. (6-0)
City Government
87/589
06/15/98
A report of the City Planning Commission recommending repeal of Ordinance
No. 32891-050696, adopted May 6, 1996, and execution of an Agreement between the
County of Roanoke and the City of Roanoke relating to the boundary line between said
governmental entities. Evelyn S. Lander, Agent, City Planning Commission; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33893 on first reading. (6-0)
Boundary Line Adjustments
87/589
06/15/98
A report of the City Planning Commission recommending repeal of Ordinance
No. 32891-050696, adopted May 6, 1996, and execution of an Agreement between the
County of Roanoke and the City of Roanoke relating to the boundary line between said
governmental entities. Evelyn S. Lander, Agent, City Planning Commission; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33893 on first reading. (6-0)
State Highways
88/1
07/06/98
A briefing with regard to the ongoing study of Interstate 73 from the Roanoke
Valley to the Virginia/North Carolina border.
Oaths of Office
88/3
07/06/98
A report of the City Clerk with regard to the qualification of the Honorable C.
Nelson Harris, W. Alvin Hudson, Jr., and William White, Sr., for terms of four years, each,
commencing July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 2002, as members of the Roanoke City
Council; Received and filed.
City Council
88/3
07/06/98
A report of the City Clerk with regard to the qualification of the Honorable C.
Nelson Harris, W. Alvin Hudson, Jr., and William White, Sr., for terms of four years, each,
commencing July 1, 1998, and ending June 30, 2002, as members of the Roanoke City
Council; Received and filed.
City Council
88/4
07/06/98
A Resolution recognizing the services of the Honorable Linda F. Wyatt as Vice-
Mayor of the City of Roanoke; Adopted Resolution No. 33895-070698. (6-0) (Council
Member Wyatt abstained from voting.)
City Council
88/5
07/06/98
A report of the City Attorney transmitting a Resolution establishing a meeting
schedule for City Council for the Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 1998, and terminating
June 30, 1999; Adopted Resolution No. 33896-070698. (7-0)
Committees
88/6
07/06/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers recommending certain
committee assignments for the Members of City Council for the period of July 1, 1998
through June 30, 2000; Concurred in the Mayor's recommendations.
City Council
88/6
07/06/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers recommending certain
committee assignments for the Members of City Council for the period of July 1, 1998
through June 30, 2000; Concurred in the Mayor's recommendations.
State of the City Reports
88/8
07/06/98
1998 State of the City Address. The Honorable David A. Bowers, Mayor; The
Recommendations were referred to the City Manager for review and report to Council.
Acts of Acknowledgement
88/11
07/06/98
Presentation by the Pskov, Russia, Sister City Committee. Natasha Petersen,
Chairperson.
Sister Cities
88/11
07/06/98
Presentation by the Pskov, Russia, Sister City Committee. Natasha Petersen,
Chairperson.
Proclamations
88/11
07/06/98
A Proclamation designating Monday, July 6, 1998, as Ashlea D. Barrett Day.
Sister Cities
88/11
07/06/98
A Proclamation designating Monday, July 6, 1998, as Ashlea D. Barrett Day.
Proclamations
88/11
07/06/98
A Proclamation designating Monday, July 6, 1998, as William R. and Martina
D. Johnson Day.
Fire Department
88/11
07/06/98
A Proclamation designating Monday, July 6, 1998, as William R. and Martina
D. Johnson Day.
Acts of Acknowledgement
88/11
07/06/98
A Proclamation designating Monday, July 6, 1998, as William R. and Martina
D. Johnson Day.
Committees
88/12
07/06/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
88/12
07/06/98
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; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Buildings/Building Department
88/12
07/06/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss the
disposition of publicly held property, specifically the conveyance of land and a building in
the downtown area, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(3), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
City Council
88/12
07/06/98
A report of the City Manager requesting an Executive Session to discuss the
disposition of publicly held property, specifically the conveyance of land and a building in
the downtown area, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(3), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended;
Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Audit Committee
88/13
07/06/98
Minutes of the meeting of the Audit Committee of Roanoke City Council held
on Monday, June 1, 1998; Receive and file.
Director of Finance
88/14
07/06/98
A report of the Director of Finance transmitting information mailed to those
City employees currently under the Employees' Retirement System (ERS), informing the
employees of the benefit structure provided under each retirement plan and offering a
window of opportunity to transfer to the Employees' Supplemental Retirement System
(ESRS), through August 31, 1998; Receive and file.
Pensions
88/14
07/06/98
A report of the Director of Finance transmitting information mailed to those
City employees currently under the Employees' Retirement System (ERS), informing the
employees of the benefit structure provided under each retirement plan and offering a
window of opportunity to transfer to the Employees' Supplemental Retirement System
(ESRS), through August 31, 1998; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of Melinda J. Payne and Ruth C. Willson as Trustees of the
Roanoke City School Board for terms of three years each, commencing July 1, 1998, and
ending June 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Committees
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of Melinda J. Payne and Ruth C. Willson as Trustees of the
Roanoke City School Board for terms of three years each, commencing July 1, 1998, and
ending June 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Schools
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of Melinda J. Payne and Ruth C. Willson as Trustees of the
Roanoke City School Board for terms of three years each, commencing July 1, 1998, and
ending June 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of Earnest C. Wilson, Sr., as a member of the Board of Trustees,
City of Roanoke Pension Plan, for a term ending June 30, 2000; Receive and file.
Committees
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of Earnest C. Wilson, Sr., as a member of the Board of Trustees,
City of Roanoke Pension Plan, for a term ending June 30, 2000; Receive and file.
Pensions
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of Earnest C. Wilson, Sr., as a member of the Board of Trustees,
City of Roanoke Pension Plan, for a term ending June 30, 2000; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of Eva Darcel Walters as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Committees
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of Eva Darcel Walters as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Roanoke Arts Commission
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of Eva Darcel Walters as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of George A. Kegley as a member of the Cultural Services
Committee for a term ending June 30, 1999; Receive and file.
Committees
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of George A. Kegley as a member of the Cultural Services
Committee for a term ending June 30, 1999; Receive and file.
Cultural Services Committee
88/14
07/06/98
Qualification of George A. Kegley as a member of the Cultural Services
Committee for a term ending June 30, 1999; Receive and file.
Budget
88/15
07/06/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to certain school accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33897-070698. (7-0)
Schools
88/15
07/06/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to certain school accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33897-070698. (7-0)
Budget
88/18
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement with the Roanoke Valley
Convention and Visitors Bureau for the purpose of increasing tourism in the Roanoke
Valley; Adopted Resolution No. 33898-070698. (7-0) Council Member White requested that
the City Manager conduct a study of the most effective and efficient method of delivering
services with the $525,000.00 appropriation by the City to the Roanoke Valley Convention &
Visitors Bureau, and that a report be submitted to Council during 1999-2000 budget study
deliberations.
Convention and Visitors Bureau
88/18
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement with the Roanoke Valley
Convention and Visitors Bureau for the purpose of increasing tourism in the Roanoke
Valley; Adopted Resolution No. 33898-070698. (7-0) Council Member White requested that
the City Manager conduct a study of the most effective and efficient method of delivering
services with the $525,000.00 appropriation by the City to the Roanoke Valley Convention &
Visitors Bureau, and that a report be submitted to Council during 1999-2000 budget study
deliberations.
Budget
88/20
07/06/98
A report recommending approval of the annual operating budget of the Hotel
Roanoke Conference Center Commission for Fiscal Year 1998-99; Adopted Ordinance No.
33899-070698 and Resolution No. 33900-070698. (7-0) The Mayor requested an itemized
summary of funds expended under the category of Fees for Professional Services by the
Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission for fiscal year 1997-98.
Hotel Roanoke Conference Center
88/20
07/06/98
A report recommending approval of the annual operating budget of the Hotel
Roanoke Conference Center Commission for Fiscal Year 1998-99; Adopted Ordinance No.
33899-070698 and Resolution No. 33900-070698. (7-0) The Mayor requested an itemized
summary of funds expended under the category of Fees for Professional Services by the
Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission for fiscal year 1997-98.
Virginia Tech
88/20
07/06/98
A report recommending approval of the annual operating budget of the Hotel
Roanoke Conference Center Commission for Fiscal Year 1998-99; Adopted Ordinance No.
33899-070698 and Resolution No. 33900-070698. (7-0) The Mayor requested an itemized
summary of funds expended under the category of Fees for Professional Services by the
Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission for fiscal year 1997-98.
Grants
88/21
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of administrative agreements and any
necessary amendments thereto with five separate agencies for implementation of various
Community Development Block Grant programs; Adopted Resolution
No. 33901-070698. (7-0)
Bridges
88/23
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of Amendment No. 2 to the City's
agreements with Hayes, Seay, Mattern & Mattern, Inc., and Mattern & Craig, Inc., for
additional engineering services to be performed in connection with the Bridge Inspection
Program; Adopted Resolution No. 33902-070698. (7-0)
Consultants Reports
88/23
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of Amendment No. 2 to the City's
agreements with Hayes, Seay, Mattern & Mattern, Inc., and Mattern & Craig, Inc., for
additional engineering services to be performed in connection with the Bridge Inspection
Program; Adopted Resolution No. 33902-070698. (7-0)
Traffic
88/25
07/06/98
A report recommending establishment of a program providing for free
parking for downtown residents in City-owned or City-controlled parking facilities;
Adopted Resolution No. 33903-070698. (7-0)
Church Avenue Parking Garage
88/25
07/06/98
A report recommending establishment of a program providing for free
parking for downtown residents in City-owned or City-controlled parking facilities; Adopted
Resolution No. 33903-070698. (7-0)
Dominion Tower
88/25
07/06/98
A report recommending establishment of a program providing for free
parking for downtown residents in City-owned or City-controlled parking facilities; Adopted
Resolution No. 33903-070698. (7-0)
Century Station Parking Garage
88/25
07/06/98
A report recommending establishment of a program providing for free
parking for downtown residents in City-owned or City-controlled parking facilities; Adopted
Resolution No. 33903-070698. (7-0)
Williamson Road Parking Garage
88/25
07/06/98
A report recommending establishment of a program providing for free
parking for downtown residents in City-owned or City-controlled parking facilities; Adopted
Resolution No. 33903-070698. (7-0)
Campbell Court Parking Garage
88/25
07/06/98
A report recommending establishment of a program providing for free
parking for downtown residents in City-owned or City-controlled parking facilities; Adopted
Resolution No. 33903-070698. (7-0)
Market Square Parking Garage
88/25
07/06/98
A report recommending establishment of a program providing for free
parking for downtown residents in City-owned or City-controlled parking facilities; Adopted
Resolution No. 33903-070698. (7-0)
Bonds/Bond Issues
88/26
07/06/98
A report recommending transfer of funds from the 1997 Bond Issue to a capital
account to be established by the Director of Finance for construction of Mill Mountain Park
Improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33904-070698. (7-0)
Budget
88/26
07/06/98
A report recommending transfer of funds from the 1997 Bond Issue to a capital
account to be established by the Director of Finance for construction of Mill Mountain Park
Improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33904-070698. (7-0)
Parks and Recreation
88/26
07/06/98
A report recommending transfer of funds from the 1997 Bond Issue to a capital
account to be established by the Director of Finance for construction of Mill Mountain Park
Improvements; Adopted Ordinance No. 33904-070698. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/28
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of Change Order No. 1 to the City's
contract with Danis Environmental Industries, Inc., for upgrade and expansion of the Water
Pollution Control Plant; Adopted Ordinance No. 33905-070698. (7-0)
State Highways
88/29
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of Change Order No. 2 to the City's
contract with the Virginia Department of Transportation for I-581 Interchange
improvements at Valley View Boulevard; Adopted Ordinance No. 33906-070698. (7-0)
Telephone Equipment
88/30
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of a lease agreement between the City
and Virginia PCS Alliance, L.C., a Virginia Limited Liability Company, for use of the
Grandin Court Elevated Water Tank No. 1 and site located at the dead end of Creston
Avenue, S.W., for placement, operation and maintenance of Personal Communication
System antennas and related equipment; Adopted Ordinance No. 33907 on first reading.
Water Resources
88/30
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of a lease agreement between the City
and Virginia PCS Alliance, L.C., a Virginia Limited Liability Company, for use of the
Grandin Court Elevated Water Tank No. 1 and site located at the dead end of Creston
Avenue, S.W., for placement, operation and maintenance of Personal Communication
System antennas and related equipment; Adopted Ordinance No. 33907 on first reading.
Equipment
88/31
07/06/98
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by U.S. Pipe and
Foundry Company, Inc., to provide ductile iron water pope to the City for a period of one
year; Adopted Resolution No. 33908-070698. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/31
07/06/98
A report recommending acceptance of the bid submitted by U.S. Pipe and
Foundry Company, Inc., to provide ductile iron water pope to the City for a period of one
year; Adopted Resolution No. 33908-070698. (7-0)
Emergency Services
88/32
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of a two-year contract with the
Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Emergency Services to participate in a
Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team, commencing July 1, 1998; Adopted
Resolution No. 33909-070698. (7-0)
Human Development
88/34
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of a contract with Managed Health
Services, Inc., and any necessary amendments thereto, to provide management services
for placements utilizing the Comprehensive Services Act (CSA) funds; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33910-070698 and Resolution No. 33911-070698. (7-0)
Youth
88/34
07/06/98
A report recommending execution of a contract with Managed Health
Services, Inc., and any necessary amendments thereto, to provide management services
for placements utilizing the Comprehensive Services Act (CSA) funds; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33910-070698 and Resolution No. 33911-070698. (7-0)
Budget
88/36
07/06/98
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds totaling $375,000.00
for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium; Adopted Ordinance No. 33912-
070698. (7-0)
FDETC
88/36
07/06/98
A report recommending appropriation of additional funds totaling $375,000.00
for the Fifth District Employment and Training Consortium; Adopted Ordinance No.
33912-070698. (7-0)
Audits/Financial Reports
88/37
07/06/98
A financial report for the month of May, 1998. Vice-Mayor Harris requested
that the Director of Finance provide a summary report with regard to the projected
shortfall of revenue in personal property taxes; Received and filed.
Sewers and Storm Drains
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
General Services
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
Budget
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
Roanoke Civic Center
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
Utility Line Services
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
City Information Systems
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
Transportation Fund
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
Fleet Maintenance Fund
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
Risk Management Fund
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
Schools
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/37
07/06/98
A report with regard to reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances as of
June 30, 1998; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33913-070698 - 33924-070698, inclusive. (7-0)
Easements
88/43
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the corner of Jamison
Avenue and 14th Street, S.E., to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of
extending the existing overhead electric power line to provide electric service to an
adjacent property. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No.
33925 on first reading. (7-0)
Appalachian Power Company
88/43
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the corner of Jamison
Avenue and 14th Street, S.E., to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of
extending the existing overhead electric power line to provide electric service to an
adjacent property. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No.
33925 on first reading. (7-0)
City Property
88/43
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the corner of Jamison
Avenue and 14th Street, S.E., to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of
extending the existing overhead electric power line to provide electric service to an
adjacent property. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No.
33925 on first reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/43
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the corner of Jamison
Avenue and 14th Street, S.E., to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of
extending the existing overhead electric power line to provide electric service to an
adjacent property. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance No.
33925 on first reading. (7-0)
Traffic
88/44
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
certain property rights needed by the City for construction of Grandin Road/Glen Heather
Drive, S.W., intersection improvements; and appropriation of funds in connection
therewith. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos. 33926-
070698 and Ordinance No. 33927-070698. (7-0)
Easements
88/44
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
certain property rights needed by the City for construction of Grandin Road/Glen Heather
Drive, S.W., intersection improvements; and appropriation of funds in connection
therewith. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos.
33926-070698 and Ordinance No. 33927-070698. (7-0)
Budget
88/44
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
certain property rights needed by the City for construction of Grandin Road/Glen Heather
Drive, S.W., intersection improvements; and appropriation of funds in connection
therewith. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos.
33926-070698 and Ordinance No. 33927-070698. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/44
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending acquisition of
certain property rights needed by the City for construction of Grandin Road/Glen Heather
Drive, S.W., intersection improvements; and appropriation of funds in connection
therewith. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance Nos.
33926-070698 and Ordinance No. 33927-070698. (7-0)
Police Department
88/46
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology, to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of relocating
and extending the existing overhead electric power line to avoid a proposed future
detention basin and to provide electric service to the City's new horse stables for the
mounted police patrol. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33928 on first reading. (7-0)
Easements
88/46
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology, to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of relocating
and extending the existing overhead electric power line to avoid a proposed future
detention basin and to provide electric service to the City's new horse stables for the
mounted police patrol. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33928 on first reading. (7-0)
Appalachian Power Company
88/46
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology, to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of relocating
and extending the existing overhead electric power line to avoid a proposed future
detention basin and to provide electric service to the City's new horse stables for the
mounted police patrol. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33928 on first reading. (7-0)
Budget
88/46
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology, to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of relocating
and extending the existing overhead electric power line to avoid a proposed future
detention basin and to provide electric service to the City's new horse stables for the
mounted police patrol. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33928 on first reading. (7-0)
City Property
88/46
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology, to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of relocating
and extending the existing overhead electric power line to avoid a proposed future
detention basin and to provide electric service to the City's new horse stables for the
mounted police patrol. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33928 on first reading. (7-0)
Industries
88/46
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology, to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of relocating
and extending the existing overhead electric power line to avoid a proposed future
detention basin and to provide electric service to the City's new horse stables for the
mounted police patrol. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33928 on first reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/46
07/06/98
A report of the Water Resources Committee recommending the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property located at the Roanoke Centre for
Industry and Technology, to Appalachian Power Company, for the purpose of relocating
and extending the existing overhead electric power line to avoid a proposed future
detention basin and to provide electric service to the City's new horse stables for the
mounted police patrol. Council Member Linda F. Wyatt, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33928 on first reading. (7-0)
Budget
88/47
07/06/98
A report of the Cultural Services Committee recommending allocation of City
funds to various non-profit agencies for fiscal year 1998-99. Sandra W. Ryals, Chairperson;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33929+070698 and Resolution No. 33930-070698. (7-0) With regard
to future allocations recommended by the Human Services Committee and the Cultural
Services Committee and approved by Council, Council Member White requested that City
budget documents contain a footnote that a detailed schedule of agencies funded by the
City will be available upon request. At the request of Council Member Wyatt, it was the
consensus of Council that the question of designating a certain percentage of the overall
City budget for Human Service/Cultural Service agencies would be referred to 1999-2000
budget study. Vice-Mayor Harris requested that Council be provided with information on
in-kind services provided by the City to Human Service/Cultural Service agencies.
Human Development
88/47
07/06/98
A report of the Cultural Services Committee recommending allocation of City
funds to various non-profit agencies for fiscal year 1998-99. Sandra W. Ryals, Chairperson;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33929+070698 and Resolution No. 33930-070698. (7-0) With regard to
future allocations recommended by the Human Services Committee and the Cultural
Services Committee and approved by Council, Council Member White requested that City
budget documents contain a footnote that a detailed schedule of agencies funded by the
City will be available upon request. At the request of Council Member Wyatt, it was the
consensus of Council that the question of designating a certain percentage of the overall
City budget for Human Service/Cultural Service agencies would be referred to 1999-2000
budget study. Vice-Mayor Harris requested that Council be provided with information on
in-kind services provided by the City to Human Service/Cultural Service agencies.
Cultural Services Committee
88/47
07/06/98
A report of the Cultural Services Committee recommending allocation of City
funds to various non-profit agencies for fiscal year 1998-99. Sandra W. Ryals, Chairperson;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33929+070698 and Resolution No. 33930-070698. (7-0) With regard to
future allocations recommended by the Human Services Committee and the Cultural
Services Committee and approved by Council, Council Member White requested that City
budget documents contain a footnote that a detailed schedule of agencies funded by the
City will be available upon request. At the request of Council Member Wyatt, it was the
consensus of Council that the question of designating a certain percentage of the overall
City budget for Human Service/Cultural Service agencies would be referred to 1999-2000
budget study. Vice-Mayor Harris requested that Council be provided with information on
in-kind services provided by the City to Human Service/Cultural Service agencies.
Budget
88/50
07/06/98
A report of the Human Services Committee recommending allocation of City
funds to various non-profit agencies for fiscal year 1998-99; and negotiation of a contract
with The Salvation Army for provision of services to City citizens under the Homeless
Housing Program and/or Abused Women's Shelter. Glenn D. Radcliffe, Chairperson;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33931-070698 and Resolution No. 33932-070698. (7-0)
Human Development
88/50
07/06/98
A report of the Human Services Committee recommending allocation of City
funds to various non-profit agencies for fiscal year 1998-99; and negotiation of a contract with
The Salvation Army for provision of services to City citizens under the Homeless Housing
Program and/or Abused Women's Shelter. Glenn D. Radcliffe, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33931-070698 and Resolution No. 33932-070698. (7-0)
Salvation Army
88/50
07/06/98
A report of the Human Services Committee recommending allocation of City
funds to various non-profit agencies for fiscal year 1998-99; and negotiation of a contract with
The Salvation Army for provision of services to City citizens under the Homeless Housing
Program and/or Abused Women's Shelter. Glenn D. Radcliffe, Chairperson; Adopted
Ordinance No. 33931-070698 and Resolution No. 33932-070698. (7-0)
Zoning
88/53
07/06/98
Ordinance No. 33890, on second reading, rezoning a 2.378 acre tract of land
located at 1927 Franklin Road, S.W., between Wiley Drive and Brandon Avenue, identified
as Official Tax No. 1040302, from LM, Light Manufacturing District, to C-2, General
Commercial District; Adopted Ordinance No. 33890-070698 on second reading. (7-0)
Zoning
88/54
07/06/98
Ordinance No. 33894, on second reading, rezoning four parcels of land located
at 1702 Hamilton Terrace, S.E., identified as Official Tax Nos. 4040822 - 4040825, inclusive,
from RM-1, Residential Multifamily District, Low Density District, to C-2, General
Commercial District; and a portion of a parcel identified as Official Tax No. 4040833,
located on Belleview Avenue, S.E., from RM-1, Residential Multifamily District, Low Density
District, to C-2, General Commercial District, subject to certain conditions proffered by the
petitioner; Adopted Ordinance No. 33891-070698. (7-0)
Zoning
88/54
07/06/98
Ordinance No. 33892, on second reading, rezoning 11 parcels of land located
in the northeast quadrant of the City, fronting on Ridgefield Street and Mississippi Avenue,
N.E., identified as Official Tax Nos. 3130304 - 3130308, inclusive, 3130313 - 3130315,
inclusive, and 3130505 - 3130507, inclusive, from HM, Heavy Manufacturing District, to RM-1,
Residential Multifamily District, Low Density District; Adopted Ordinance No. 33892-070698.
(7-0)
Boundary Line Adjustments
88/55
07/06/98
Ordinance No. 33893, on second reading, repealing Ordinance No. 32891-
050696, adopted May 6, 1996, and authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement
between the County of Roanoke and the City of Roanoke relating to the boundary line
between said governmental entities, and authorizing certain other actions relating to such
boundary line adjustment; Adopted Ordinance No. 33893-070698 on second reading. (7-0)
Police Department
88/56
07/06/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Council
Member Wyatt expressed concern with regard to the $145.00 per occurrence Emergency
Medical Services fee imposed by the City, and the Mayor advised that it is the practice of
some states to impose police investigation fees and prosecution fees. It was the consensus
of Council that the question of imposing fees for Emergency Medical Services, police
investigations and prosecutions would be referred to 1999-2000 budget study and to the
Legislative Committee for report to Council.
Budget
88/56
07/06/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Wyatt expressed concern with regard to the $145.00 per occurrence
Emergency Medical Services fee imposed by the City, and the Mayor advised that it is the
practice of some states to impose police investigation fees and prosecution fees. It was the
consensus of Council that the question of imposing fees for Emergency Medical Services,
police investigations and prosecutions would be referred to 1999-2000 budget study and to
the Legislative Committee for report to Council.
Fire Department
88/56
07/06/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Wyatt expressed concern with regard to the $145.00 per occurrence
Emergency Medical Services fee imposed by the City, and the Mayor advised that it is the
practice of some states to impose police investigation fees and prosecution fees. It was the
consensus of Council that the question of imposing fees for Emergency Medical Services,
police investigations and prosecutions would be referred to 1999-2000 budget study and to
the Legislative Committee for report to Council.
Legislation
88/56
07/06/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Wyatt expressed concern with regard to the $145.00 per occurrence
Emergency Medical Services fee imposed by the City, and the Mayor advised that it is the
practice of some states to impose police investigation fees and prosecution fees. It was the
consensus of Council that the question of imposing fees for Emergency Medical Services,
police investigations and prosecutions would be referred to 1999-2000 budget study and to
the Legislative Committee for report to Council.
Fee Compendium
88/56
07/06/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Wyatt expressed concern with regard to the $145.00 per occurrence
Emergency Medical Services fee imposed by the City, and the Mayor advised that it is the
practice of some states to impose police investigation fees and prosecution fees. It was the
consensus of Council that the question of imposing fees for Emergency Medical Services,
police investigations and prosecutions would be referred to 1999-2000 budget study and to
the Legislative Committee for report to Council.
Emergency Medical Services
88/56
07/06/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Wyatt expressed concern with regard to the $145.00 per occurrence
Emergency Medical Services fee imposed by the City, and the Mayor advised that it is the
practice of some states to impose police investigation fees and prosecution fees. It was the
consensus of Council that the question of imposing fees for Emergency Medical Services,
police investigations and prosecutions would be referred to 1999-2000 budget study and to
the Legislative Committee for report to Council.
Police Department
88/56
07/06/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Council
Member Swain expressed further concern with regard to weekly crime reports published
by The Roanoke Times which include crime statistics from the City of Roanoke only, and,
in effect, stereotype Roanoke as an area of crime. He suggested that there be further
communication with officials of The Roanoke Times to designate a specific date as to
when crime statistics will be reported by other Roanoke Valley localities, and if the
information is not forthcoming by a specified date, Roanoke City should discontinue its
practice of providing crime statistics. It was the consensus of Council that the matter
would be referred to the City Manager for report to Council within 30 days.
Acts of Acknowledgement
88/56
07/06/98
Council Member Swain called attention to numerous complimentary remarks
about the City of Roanoke that were made at a family reunion on June 26-28 by former
Roanokers who now reside throughout the United States.
City Employees
88/57
07/06/98
Evelyn D. Wheeler, 3021 Ashwood Circle, N.E., addressed Council with regard
to the City's alleged non-compliance with the Employee Grievance Procedure. The
remarks were referred to the City Manager and the City Attorney for report to Council
within 30 days.
Personnel Department
88/57
07/06/98
Evelyn D. Wheeler, 3021 Ashwood Circle, N.E., addressed Council with regard
to the City's alleged non-compliance with the Employee Grievance Procedure. The
remarks were referred to the City Manager and the City Attorney for report to Council
within 30 days.
City Employees
88/57
07/06/98
Ronald A. Matthews, Route 3, Box 203, Goodview, Virginia, addressed Council
with regard to the alleged failure of the City to comply with labor laws. The remarks were
referred to the City Manager and the City Attorney for report to Council within 30 days.
Emergency Services
88/57
07/06/98
Ronald A. Matthews, Route 3, Box 203, Goodview, Virginia, addressed
Council with regard to the alleged failure of the City to comply with labor laws. The
remarks were referred to the City Manager and the City Attorney for report to Council
within 30 days.
Personnel Department
88/57
07/06/98
Ronald A. Matthews, Route 3, Box 203, Goodview, Virginia, addressed
Council with regard to the alleged failure of the City to comply with labor laws. The
remarks were referred to the City Manager and the City Attorney for report to Council
within 30 days.
Oaths of Office
88/58
07/06/98
Sandra W. Ryals was appointed to the Roanoke Civic Center Commission for a
term ending September 30, 1999.
Committees
88/58
07/06/98
Sandra W. Ryals was appointed to the Roanoke Civic Center Commission for
a term ending September 30, 1999.
Roanoke Civic Center
88/58
07/06/98
Sandra W. Ryals was appointed to the Roanoke Civic Center Commission for
a term ending September 30, 1999.
Oaths of Office
88/58
07/06/98
Frank W. Feather, Bernice F. Jones, Harold P. Kyle, Glenn D. Radcliffe and
Evelyn F. Board were reappointed to the Human Services Committee for terms ending
June 30, 1999.
Human Development
88/58
07/06/98
Frank W. Feather, Bernice F. Jones, Harold P. Kyle, Glenn D. Radcliffe and
Evelyn F. Board were reappointed to the Human Services Committee for terms ending June
30, 1999.
Committees
88/58
07/06/98
Frank W. Feather, Bernice F. Jones, Harold P. Kyle, Glenn D. Radcliffe and
Evelyn F. Board were reappointed to the Human Services Committee for terms ending June
30, 1999.
Oaths of Office
88/59
07/06/98
Wanda E. English, William H. Carder, Margaret C. Thompson, Catherine Fox,
Sabrina T. Law, Estelle H. McCadden, Allen T. Wilson, Sherley E. Stuart, Amy W. Peck and
Nicole Y. Quarles were reappointed to the Special Events Committee for terms ending
June 30, 1999.
Committees
88/59
07/06/98
Wanda E. English, William H. Carder, Margaret C. Thompson, Catherine Fox,
Sabrina T. Law, Estelle H. McCadden, Allen T. Wilson, Sherley E. Stuart, Amy W. Peck
and Nicole Y. Quarles were reappointed to the Special Events Committee for terms ending
June 30, 1999.
Special Events
88/59
07/06/98
Wanda E. English, William H. Carder, Margaret C. Thompson, Catherine Fox,
Sabrina T. Law, Estelle H. McCadden, Allen T. Wilson, Sherley E. Stuart, Amy W. Peck
and Nicole Y. Quarles were reappointed to the Special Events Committee for terms ending
June 30, 1999.
Oaths of Office
88/59
07/06/98
Brian M. Shepherd was reappointed to the Roanoke Valley Greenway
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
Committees
88/59
07/06/98
Brian M. Shepherd was reappointed to the Roanoke Valley Greenway
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
Greenway System
88/59
07/06/98
Brian M. Shepherd was reappointed to the Roanoke Valley Greenway
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001.
Oaths of Office
88/59
07/06/98
Margaret M. Grayson was reappointed to the Virginia Western Community
College Board for a term ending June 30, 2002.
Committees
88/59
07/06/98
Margaret M. Grayson was reappointed to the Virginia Western Community
College Board for a term ending June 30, 2002.
Oaths of Office
88/60
07/06/98
Richard Clark was appointed to the Mill Mountain Advisory Committee for a
term ending June 30, 1999.
Parks and Recreation
88/60
07/06/98
Richard Clark was appointed to the Mill Mountain Advisory Committee for a
term ending June 30, 1999.
Committees
88/60
07/06/98
Richard Clark was appointed to the Mill Mountain Advisory Committee for a
term ending June 30, 1999.
Oaths of Office
88/61
07/06/98
Randall J. Scott was appointed to the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke
Pension Plan, for a term ending June 30, 2000.
Committees
88/61
07/06/98
Randall J. Scott was appointed to the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke
Pension Plan, for a term ending June 30, 2000.
Pensions
88/61
07/06/98
Randall J. Scott was appointed to the Board of Trustees, City of Roanoke
Pension Plan, for a term ending June 30, 2000.
City Sheriff
88/67
07/20/98
A briefing with regard to the Prisoner Work Program. The Honorable George
M. McMillan, Sheriff; Received and filed.
City Jail
88/67
07/20/98
A briefing with regard to the Prisoner Work Program. The Honorable George
M. McMillan, Sheriff; Received and filed.
Proclamations
88/69
07/20/98
Presentation of a Proclamation declaring August 4, 1998 as "National Night
Out".
Acts of Acknowledgement
88/69
07/20/98
Presentation in appreciation of the City's support of the American Cancer
Society's Relay for Life. Lucy Walton, Co-Chair.
City Council
88/69
07/20/98
Presentation in appreciation of the City's support of the American Cancer
Society's Relay for Life. Lucy Walton, Co-Chair.
City Council
88/70
07/20/98
Minutes of the Public Interview of School Board candidates held on Thursday,
April 23, 1998; and Special Meetings of City Council held on Thursday, April 30, 1998;
Dispense with the reading thereof and approve as recorded.
City Council
88/70
07/20/98
A communication from Mayor David A. Bowers requesting an Executive
Session to discuss vacancies on various authorities, boards, commission and committees
appointed by Council, pursuant to Section 2.1-344 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as
amended; Concur in request for Council to convene in Executive Session.
Oaths of Office
88/71
07/20/98
Qualification of Sherlie S. Doherty as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Committees
88/71
07/20/98
Qualification of Sherlie S. Doherty as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Roanoke Arts Commission
88/71
07/20/98
Qualification of Sherlie S. Doherty as a member of the Roanoke Arts
Commission for a term ending June 30, 2001; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
88/71
07/20/98
Qualification of Jerry W. Caldwell as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000; Receive and file.
Committees
88/71
07/20/98
Qualification of Jerry W. Caldwell as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000; Receive and file.
Transportation Safety
88/71
07/20/98
Qualification of Jerry W. Caldwell as a member of the City of Roanoke
Transportation Safety Commission for a term ending October 31, 2000; Receive and file.
Oaths of Office
88/71
07/20/98
Qualification of E. Douglas Chittum as a member of the Board of Trustees,
City of Roanoke Pension Plan, for a term ending June 30, 2002; Receive and file.
Committees
88/71
07/20/98
Qualification of E. Douglas Chittum as a member of the Board of Trustees,
City of Roanoke Pension Plan, for a term ending June 30, 2002; Receive and file.
Pensions
88/71
07/20/98
Qualification of E. Douglas Chittum as a member of the Board of Trustees,
City of Roanoke Pension Plan, for a term ending June 30, 2002; Receive and file.
Greenway System
88/71
07/20/98
An Annual Report of the Roanoke Valley Greenways Commission. Elizabeth
Belcher, Greenways Coordinator, and Lucy R. Ellett, Roanoke City Representative;
Received and filed. The City Manager was requested to provide an update on greenway
development in the City of Roanoke.
Budget
88/73
07/20/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to certain school accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance No. 33933-072098.
(7-0). Council Member White expressed concern with regard to exterior maintenance of
certain school buildings; whereupon, William L. Murray, Director of Business Services,
Roanoke City Public Schools, advised that he would share the concerns with the
Superintendent of Schools. Council Member Swain requested information on the City's
Alternative Education Program, and suggested that two or three students from the
Alternative Education Program be selected at random to provide Council with their views
on the program. Inasmuch as City Council and the Roanoke City School Board will hold a
joint meeting on Monday, August 17, the Mayor requested that the following items be
included on the agenda for discussion: Interior and exterior maintenance of school
buildings - Alternative Education Program, and Maintenance of school equipment.
Schools
88/73
07/20/98
A communication from the Roanoke City School Board requesting
appropriation of funds to certain school accounts; and a report of the Director of Finance
recommending that Council concur in the request; Adopted Ordinance No. 33933-072098.
(7-0). Council Member White expressed concern with regard to exterior maintenance of
certain school buildings; whereupon, William L. Murray, Director of Business Services,
Roanoke City Public Schools, advised that he would share the concerns with the
Superintendent of Schools. Council Member Swain requested information on the City's
Alternative Education Program, and suggested that two or three students from the
Alternative Education Program be selected at random to provide Council with their views
on the program. Inasmuch as City Council and the Roanoke City School Board will hold a
joint meeting on Monday, August 17, the Mayor requested that the following items be
included on the agenda for discussion: Interior and exterior maintenance of school
buildings - Alternative Education Program, and Maintenance of school equipment.
Housing/Authority
88/76
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement with the Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority for the 1998-99 HOME Investment Partnerships
Program; Adopted Resolution No. 33934-072098. (7-0)
Grants
88/76
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement with the Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority for the 1998-99 HOME Investment Partnerships
Program; Adopted Resolution No. 33934-072098. (7-0)
Police Department
88/77
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement between the City,
Downtown Roanoke, Inc., and Roanoke Foundation for Downtown, Inc., for the City of
Roanoke Mounted Patrol Unit; Adopted Resolution No. 33935-072098. (6-0) (Council
Member White was out of the Council Chamber)
Downtown Roanoke, Incorporated
88/77
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of an agreement between the City,
Downtown Roanoke, Inc., and Roanoke Foundation for Downtown, Inc., for the City of
Roanoke Mounted Patrol Unit; Adopted Resolution No. 33935-072098. (6-0) (Council Member
White was out of the Council Chamber)
Higher Education Center
88/79
07/20/98
A report recommending that the City of Roanoke be designated as temporary
fiscal agent for the Roanoke Higher Education Authority; Adopted Resolution No. 33936-
072098. (7-0) The Director of Finance was authorized to serve as temporary Treasurer and
the City Attorney was authorized to serve as temporary Attorney for the Roanoke Higher
Education Authority. It was the consensus of Council that the Director of Finance will
prepare a list of in-kind City contributions of legal and financial services provided to the
Roanoke Higher Education Authority. Council Member Swain requested specific
information on the Roanoke Higher Education Authority, such as membership, localities
represented, etc.
Sewers and Storm Drains
88/80
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of a contract with Hayes, Seay, Mattern and
Mattern, Inc., for engineering design of the Garden City Phase 3 Drainage Project; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33937-072098 and
Resolution Nos. 33938-072098 and 33939-072098. (7-0)
Budget
88/80
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of a contract with Hayes, Seay, Mattern
and Mattern, Inc., for engineering design of the Garden City Phase 3 Drainage Project; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33937-072098 and
Resolution Nos. 33938-072098 and 33939-072098. (7-0)
Consultants Reports
88/80
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of a contract with Hayes, Seay, Mattern
and Mattern, Inc., for engineering design of the Garden City Phase 3 Drainage Project; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33937-072098 and
Resolution Nos. 33938-072098 and 33939-072098. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/80
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of a contract with Hayes, Seay, Mattern
and Mattern, Inc., for engineering design of the Garden City Phase 3 Drainage Project; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33937-072098 and
Resolution Nos. 33938-072098 and 33939-072098. (7-0)
Budget
88/83
07/20/98
A report recommending acceptance of the lowest responsible bids submitted
for supplying water and waste water treatment chemicals for fiscal year 1998-99; Adopted
Resolution No. 33940-072098. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/83
07/20/98
A report recommending acceptance of the lowest responsible bids submitted
for supplying water and waste water treatment chemicals for fiscal year 1998-99; Adopted
Resolution No. 33940-072098. (7-0)
Equipment
88/83
07/20/98
A report recommending acceptance of the lowest responsible bids submitted
for supplying water and waste water treatment chemicals for fiscal year 1998-99; Adopted
Resolution No. 33940-072098. (7-0)
Police Department
88/84
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of an application for funding, in the amount
of $141,964.00, through the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Program; Adopted
Resolution no. 33941-072098. (7-0)
Budget
88/84
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of an application for funding, in the
amount of $141,964.00, through the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Program; Adopted
Resolution no. 33941-072098. (7-0)
Grants
88/84
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of an application for funding, in the
amount of $141,964.00, through the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Program; Adopted
Resolution no. 33941-072098. (7-0)
Budget
88/86
07/20/98
A report recommending acceptance of a grant award from the U.S.
Department of Agriculture and execution of necessary agreements for the 1998 Virginia
Summer Food Service Program; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33942-072098 and Resolution No. 33943-072098. (7-0)
Grants
88/86
07/20/98
A report recommending acceptance of a grant award from the U.S.
Department of Agriculture and execution of necessary agreements for the 1998 Virginia
Summer Food Service Program; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33942-072098 and Resolution No. 33943-072098. (7-0)
Youth
88/86
07/20/98
A report recommending acceptance of a grant award from the U.S.
Department of Agriculture and execution of necessary agreements for the 1998 Virginia
Summer Food Service Program; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33942-072098 and Resolution No. 33943-072098. (7-0)
Schools
88/86
07/20/98
A report recommending acceptance of a grant award from the U.S.
Department of Agriculture and execution of necessary agreements for the 1998 Virginia
Summer Food Service Program; and appropriation of funds in connection therewith;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33942-072098 and Resolution No. 33943-072098. (7-0)
Budget
88/88
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of a contract with the Virginia Department
of Social Services to provide Child Care Provider Training through the Virginia Institute for
Social Services Training Center (VISSTA), Piedmont Area Training Center; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33944-072098 and
Resolution No. 33945-072098. (7-0)
Human Development
88/88
07/20/98
A report recommending execution of a contract with the Virginia Department
of Social Services to provide Child Care Provider Training through the Virginia Institute
for Social Services Training Center (VISSTA), Piedmont Area Training Center; and
appropriation of funds in connection therewith; Adopted Ordinance No. 33944-072098 and
Resolution No. 33945-072098. (7-0)
City Attorney
88/89
07/20/98
A report with regard to appointment of an additional full-time Assistant City
Attorney; Received and filed.
City Employees
88/89
07/20/98
A report with regard to appointment of an additional full-time Assistant City
Attorney; Received and filed.
Budget
88/90
07/20/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending award of a contract to PNC
Corporation, in the amount of $98,711.00, for replacement of wood windows in the
Commonwealth Building, 210 West Church Avenue; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith. Council Member Carroll E. Swain, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33946-072098. (7-0)
City Property
88/90
07/20/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending award of a contract to PNC
Corporation, in the amount of $98,711.00, for replacement of wood windows in the
Commonwealth Building, 210 West Church Avenue; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith. Council Member Carroll E. Swain, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33946-072098. (7-0)
Commonwealth of Virginia Building
88/90
07/20/98
A report of the Bid Committee recommending award of a contract to PNC
Corporation, in the amount of $98,711.00, for replacement of wood windows in the
Commonwealth Building, 210 West Church Avenue; and appropriation of funds in
connection therewith. Council Member Carroll E. Swain, Chairperson; Adopted Ordinance
No. 33946-072098. (7-0)
Acts of Acknowledgement
88/91
07/20/98
A Resolution memorializing the late Samuel G. Oakey, II; Adopted Resolution
No. 33947-072098. (7-0)
Deceased Persons
88/91
07/20/98
A Resolution memorializing the late Samuel G. Oakey, II; Adopted Resolution
No. 33947-072098. (7-0)
Telephone Equipment
88/91
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33907, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into a Lease Agreement between the City and Virginia PCS Alliance, L.C., a
Virginia Limited Liability Company, for use of the Grandin Court Elevated Water Tank No.
1 and site located at the dead end of Creston Avenue, S.W., for the placement, operation,
and maintenance of Personal Communication System antennas and related equipment,
upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33907-072098 on second
reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/91
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33907, on second reading, authorizing the proper City officials
to enter into a Lease Agreement between the City and Virginia PCS Alliance, L.C., a
Virginia Limited Liability Company, for use of the Grandin Court Elevated Water Tank No. 1
and site located at the dead end of Creston Avenue, S.W., for the placement, operation,
and maintenance of Personal Communication System antennas and related equipment,
upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33907-072098 on second reading.
(7-0)
Easements
88/92
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33925, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property identified by Official Tax No.
4220316, located at the Corner of Jamison Avenue and 14th Street, S.E., to Appalachian
Power Company, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33925-072098
on second reading. (7-0)
Appalachian Power Company
88/92
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33925, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property identified by Official Tax No.
4220316, located at the Corner of Jamison Avenue and 14th Street, S.E., to Appalachian
Power Company, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33925-072098
on second reading. (7-0)
City Property
88/92
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33925, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property identified by Official Tax No.
4220316, located at the Corner of Jamison Avenue and 14th Street, S.E., to Appalachian
Power Company, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33925-072098
on second reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/92
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33925, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property identified by Official Tax No.
4220316, located at the Corner of Jamison Avenue and 14th Street, S.E., to Appalachian
Power Company, upon certain terms and conditions; Adopted Ordinance No. 33925-072098
on second reading. (7-0)
Easements
88/93
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33928, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property at the Roanoke Centre for Industry
and Technology to Appalachian Power Company, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33925-072098 on second reading. (7-0)
Appalachian Power Company
88/93
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33928, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property at the Roanoke Centre for Industry
and Technology to Appalachian Power Company, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33925-072098 on second reading. (7-0)
City Property
88/93
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33928, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property at the Roanoke Centre for Industry
and Technology to Appalachian Power Company, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33925-072098 on second reading. (7-0)
Industries
88/93
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33928, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property at the Roanoke Centre for Industry
and Technology to Appalachian Power Company, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33925-072098 on second reading. (7-0)
Water Resources
88/93
07/20/98
Ordinance No. 33928, on second reading, authorizing the donation and
conveyance of an easement across City-owned property at the Roanoke Centre for Industry
and Technology to Appalachian Power Company, upon certain terms and conditions;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33925-072098 on second reading. (7-0)
Sidewalk/Curb and Gutter
88/94
07/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Council
Member Hudson inquired about the time table for repaving certain City streets;
whereupon, the Mayor requested that the City Manager meet with Mr. Hudson to discuss
the matter.
Zoning
88/94
07/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Council
Member Swain requested a status report on the following items: removal of junk vehicles,
removal of dilapidated structures, weed control, removal of discarded items from rental
properties such as refrigerators-tires-etc, City's tree planting program, cost to the City of
collecting litter, removal of homeless persons from City streets, and illegal housing of
domestic animals; The Mayor requested that the City Manager or his representative meet
with Mr. Swain to address his concerns.
Animals/Insects
88/94
07/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain requested a status report on the following items: removal of junk
vehicles, removal of dilapidated structures, weed control, removal of discarded items from
rental properties such as refrigerators-tires-etc, City's tree planting program, cost to the City
of collecting litter, removal of homeless persons from City streets, and illegal housing of
domestic animals; The Mayor requested that the City Manager or his representative meet
with Mr. Swain to address his concerns.
Parks and Recreation
88/94
07/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain requested a status report on the following items: removal of junk
vehicles, removal of dilapidated structures, weed control, removal of discarded items from
rental properties such as refrigerators-tires-etc, City's tree planting program, cost to the City
of collecting litter, removal of homeless persons from City streets, and illegal housing of
domestic animals; The Mayor requested that the City Manager or his representative meet
with Mr. Swain to address his concerns.
Human Development
88/94
07/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain requested a status report on the following items: removal of junk
vehicles, removal of dilapidated structures, weed control, removal of discarded items from
rental properties such as refrigerators-tires-etc, City's tree planting program, cost to the City
of collecting litter, removal of homeless persons from City streets, and illegal housing of
domestic animals; The Mayor requested that the City Manager or his representative meet
with Mr. Swain to address his concerns.
Refuse Collection
88/94
07/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain requested a status report on the following items: removal of junk
vehicles, removal of dilapidated structures, weed control, removal of discarded items from
rental properties such as refrigerators-tires-etc, City's tree planting program, cost to the City
of collecting litter, removal of homeless persons from City streets, and illegal housing of
domestic animals; The Mayor requested that the City Manager or his representative meet
with Mr. Swain to address his concerns.
Public Works
88/94
07/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council;
Council Member Swain requested a status report on the following items: removal of junk
vehicles, removal of dilapidated structures, weed control, removal of discarded items from
rental properties such as refrigerators-tires-etc, City's tree planting program, cost to the City
of collecting litter, removal of homeless persons from City streets, and illegal housing of
domestic animals; The Mayor requested that the City Manager or his representative meet
with Mr. Swain to address his concerns.
Housing/Authority
88/94
07/20/98
Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council; Council
Member Trout expressed concern with regard to the selection process used by the
Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority to hire a new Development Director. The
Mayor was requested to meet with Council Member Trout, Council's Liaison to the
Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority, Willis M. Anderson, Chair, Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority, and John T. Baker, Executive Director, Roanoke
Redevelopment and Housing Authority, to discuss ways of improving communications.
Habitat for Humanity
88/95
07/20/98
Residents appeared before Council in opposition to a proposal of Habitat for
Humanity in the Roanoke Valley to construct approximately 34 houses in the Westview
Terrace section of the City. Residents expressed concern that they did not receive timely
notification of the project, devaluation of existing property in the area, and proposed
Habitat houses will not be compatible with other houses in the neighborhood. The matter
was referred to the City Manager and the City Attorney for report to Council on Monday,
August 3, as follows: The City Attorney was requested to determine the City's legal
involvement, if any. The City Manager was requested to facilitate discussions between
Westview Terrace representatives and representatives of Habitat for Humanity for the
Roanoke Valley. Habitat for Humanity was requested to stop construction on the site
during the interim time period.
Oaths of Office
88/99
07/20/98
Harriet Lewis was appointed to the Virginia Western Community College
Board of Directors for a term ending June 30, 2002.
Committees
88/99
07/20/98
Harriet Lewis was appointed to the Virginia Western Community College
Board of Directors for a term ending June 30, 2002.
Schools
88/99
07/20/98
Harriet Lewis was appointed to the Virginia Western Community College
Board of Directors for a term ending June 30, 2002.
Committees
88/100
07/20/98
Helen J. Hall was appointed to the League of Older Americans Advisory
Committee for a term ending February 28, 1999.
League of Older Americans
88/100
07/20/98
Helen J. Hall was appointed to the League of Older Americans Advisory
Committee for a term ending February 28, 1999.
Habitat for Humanity
88/101
07/20/98
Residents of the Westview Terrace neighborhood were in attendance with
regard to the proposed construction by Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley of 34
houses in their neighborhood; whereupon, the Mayor reviewed the action taken by
Council at its 2:00 p.m. session.
Zoning
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07/20/98
Request to address Council with regard to the proposed expansion of the
Rescue Mission of Roanoke, Inc. Richard Nichols, President, Southeast Action Forum;
Received and filed.
Elections
88/103
07/20/98
Public hearing on the request of the Roanoke City Electoral Board to relocate
the polling place for Lee-Hi Precinct from Fire Station No. 4 to Covenant Presbyterian
Church, 1831 Deyerle Road, S.W. Gilbert E. Butler, Jr., Secretary, Electoral Board;
Adopted Ordinance No. 33948-072098. (6-0) (Vice-Mayor Harris was absent)
Youth
88/148
08/03/98
Dawn W. Spaulding was appointed to the Youth Services Citizen Board for a
term ending May 31, 2000.
Oaths of Office
88/149
08/03/98
Nancy J. Canova was appointed to the Fair Housing Board for a term ending
March 31, 2001.
Committees
88/149
08/03/98
Nancy J. Canova was appointed to the Fair Housing Board for a term ending
March 31, 2001.
Housing/Authority
88/149
08/03/98
Nancy J. Canova was appointed to the Fair Housing Board for a term ending
March 31, 2001.
Oaths of Office
88/149
08/03/98
Edward F. Lovell was appointed to the Roanoke Public Library Board for a
term ending June 30, 2001.
Committees
88/149
08/03/98
Edward F. Lovell was appointed to the Roanoke Public Library Board for a
term ending June 30, 2001.
Libraries
88/149
08/03/98
Edward F. Lovell was appointed to the Roanoke Public Library Board for a
term ending June 30, 2001.
Oaths of Office
88/150
08/03/98
Barry W. Baird was appointed to the Building Code Appeals Board, Volume I,
Building Construction Division for a term ending September 30, 2002.
Buildings/Building Department
88/150
08/03/98
Barry W. Baird was appointed to the Building Code Appeals Board, Volume I,
Building Construction Division for a term ending September 30, 2002.
Committees
88/150
08/03/98
Barry W. Baird was appointed to the Building Code Appeals Board, Volume I,
Building Construction Division for a term ending September 30, 2002.
Oaths of Office
88/150
08/03/98
Dorothy L. Bull was reappointed to the Special Events Committee for a term
ending June 30, 1999.
Committees
88/150
08/03/98
Dorothy L. Bull was reappointed to the Special Events Committee for a term
ending June 30, 1999.
Special Events
88/150
08/03/98
Dorothy L. Bull was reappointed to the Special Events Committee for a term
ending June 30, 1999.
Oaths of Office
88/150
08/03/98
Michael Brennan was reappointed to the Cultural Services Committee for a
term ending June 30, 1999.