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BOARD AGENDA Regular Meeting PULASKI COUNTY July 23, 2007 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS 7: 00 p. m. APPROXIMATE TIME & ITEM PRESENTED BY 7: 00 p. m. 1. Invocation Rev. Danny Collins, Fairlawn Baptist Church

7: 05 p. m. 2. Recognitions - Featured Employees The employees to be recognized at the July Board meeting and featured for the month of August 2007 are from the Supervisory and Constitutional Officers departments. The employees to be recognized are Willie Richardson from the county’s supervisory staff and Kathy Webb of the Registrar’s Office.

7: 10 p. m. 3. Additions to Agenda a. Evelyn Alexander Day At Randolph Park – Monday, August 20 th – In honoring of the life of Evelyn Alexander, Anthony Akers suggests consideration to offering a day of two entries for the price of one, free water melon, fun events, prizes and a moment of silence and public recognition of Ms. Alexander’s contribution to the Pulaski County community. b. Use of Washington & 3 rd Street Parking Lot – The Regency Real Estate Auction Company is requesting the use of the parking lot when auctioning the restaurant equipment in the former Southwest Times building adjacent to the lot.

7: 20 p. m. 4. Public Hearings: a. A petition by the County of Pulaski to amend the Pulaski County Zoning Ordinance to include a new section: Landscaping Requirements as Article 24, which will impose standards and requirements for landscaping for new construction - A public hearing has been scheduled to consider this amendment.

b. The utilization of eminent domain procedures in acquiring easements only through remaining private properties in the Orchard Hills, Rolling Hills, and Vista subdivisions, whose property owners have not granted easements for public sewer installation, and as necessary for public sewer service - A public hearing had been scheduled to consider this amendment. However, the final advertisement would have had to include the names of the individuals involved. In order to give every opportunity for additional contact with the property owners involved, it is recommended the hearing be postponed until the August Board meeting.

c. Implementation of a business, professional, occupation license tax as an alternative to current merchants capital taxes on businesses in the unincorporated portions of Pulaski County - A public hearing has been scheduled to consider adoption of the above tax.

d. Modifications to the Pulaski County Motor Vehicle License Fee ordinance to institute permanent rather than annual decals - A public hearing has been scheduled to consider modifications to this ordinance. In addition to the changes related to institution of a permanent decal, we suggest clarification of trailers which would be subject to the motor vehicle license fee to state that the fee would apply to “any trailer required to be inspected based on weight”, currently having a gross weight over 3, 000 lbs. This would eliminate current confusion resulting from the lack of information regarding inspection requirement or the existence of trailer brakes in the DMV records.

e. Budget Amendment – Board members have been provided with copies of the amendments to and transfers within the 2006 -07 County budget as prepared by Gordon Jones.

8: 00 p. m. 5. Citizen Comments

8: 10 p. m. 6. Highway Matters: a. • Follow-up from Previous Board meeting: Review of Highway Matters Section of Key Activity Timetable (KAT) – An update regarding highway matters has been provided.

b. Recreational Access Fund Resolution – Allisonia. New River Trail State Park – The New River Trail staff have requested that the Board adopt a resolution for the implementation of a recreational access road to access some property donated to the Park upstream of the Allisonia boat ramp, pending the details being worked out between VDOT and the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

c. Request for Speed Limit Postings on Route 830, Parrott – Board members have been provided with a copy of correspondence and a related citizen petition from Anita Giles requesting speed limit postings on Route 830 in Parrott.

d. Citizen Concerns

e. Board of Supervisors Concerns

8: 30 p. m. 7. Treasurer’s Report The Honorable Rose Marie Tickle, Treasurer

8: 35 p. m. 8. Reports from the County Administrator and Staff: a. Key Activity Timetable - Copies of the timetable are available on the table at the entrance to the Board Room.

b. Appointments - Indoor Wellness Committee - Anthony suggests, and I concur, that it would be helpful to form a citizens committee to look into the feasibility of this project without making any promises to our community. The formation of this committee may fit into discussions regarding ways in which the County and the YMCA can work together in meeting the indoor recreation and wellness needs of our community.

c. Scheduling of Administrator’s Evaluation – The Mc. Carthy’s have invited the Board to their home for this meeting and I appreciate the consideration of the Board in doing annual evaluations.

8: 45 p. m. 9. Items of Consent: a. Approval of Minutes of June 25, 2007 b. Accounts Payable c. Appropriations and Interoffice Transfers d. Ratification and/or Approval of Contracts, Change Orders, Etc. 1. 2007 -08 Highway Safety Grant Budget 2. Memorandum of Understanding – Dept. of Emergency Management 3. Victim Witness Program Grant Acceptance 4. Standard Wireless Micro-Cell Site Lease Agreement e. Personnel Changes

f. g. h. i. j. k. l. m. n. o. p. q. Drought Disaster Resolution Town of Pulaski Funding Request Enhancement of LEOS Coverage for Law Enforcement Personnel Reassessment RFP Deregulation Petition Emergency Operations Plan Resolution Designating Pulaski County as Fiscal and Administrative Agent for Community Corrections Indoor Recreation Sponsorship of NRV Leadership Program Donation of Vehicles to NRV Community Services Board Southern Rivers Watershed Enhancement Program Modification to Livestock Compensation

9: 00 p. m. 10. Citizen Comments

9: 10 p. m. 11. Other Matters from Supervisors

9: 20 p. m. 12. Closed Session – 2. 2 -3711(A)1 -7

13. Adjournment

a. Approval of Minutes of June 25, 2007 – Approval is requested of the June 25 minutes.

b. Accounts Payable - Approval of the accounts payable is requested.

c. Appropriations & Interoffice Transfers – Approval of interoffice transfers and monthly appropriations is requested.

d. Ratification and/or Approval of Contracts, Change Orders & Agreements 1. 2007 -08 Highway Safety Grant Budget – Ratification of the submittal of the 200708 Highway Safety Grant Budget is requested. Please advise Gena if Board members would like a copy of this grant, which was included in the June 29 weekly update.

2. Memorandum of Understanding – Dept. of Emergency Management – Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Virginia Department of Emergency Management and Pulaski County is requested. This is part of the 2006 Homeland Security Grant Program. 3. Victim Witness Program Grant Acceptance – Acceptance of the Statement of Grant Award and Statement of Grant Award Special Conditions for the Victim Witness Program is requested.

e. Personnel Changes - The Board has been provided with a copy of an update from Ms. Spence of recent personnel changes.

f. Drought Disaster Resolution – Pulaski County and other parts of Southwest Virginia is very close to getting into an agricultural drought. Patrick and Carroll counties have already made disaster resolutions that have been sent to the US Sec. of Ag for review. Drought conditions combined with the spring freeze damage has had a significant impact on local farms. The recommended declaration of a drought emergency by the Board of Supervisors is the first step toward possible state or federal assistance for local farmers.

g. Town of Pulaski Funding Request – Joint sponsorship with the Town of Pulaski of a lumberjack contest is recommended as part of this year's Pulaski. Fest to be held in September. The sponsorship amount is recommended to be the lesser of $2, 500 or an equal amount to the Town of Pulaski contribution less a proportionate amount of any profits realized from this event.

h. Enhancement of LEOS Coverage for Law Enforcement Personnel – The original figures in the weekly update regarding the impact of the revision of the LEOS multiplier was based on a retirement income of approximately $30, 000. Gordon Jones worked with two deputies in the calculation of their retirement benefits this week. Thus, we have what would be a more realistic calculation of the impact this change would have. These situations are as follows:

Disability retirement at age 48 with 26 years 11 months of service and an average pay of $44, 814 over the past three years - increasing the multiplier would result in an additional $217. 07 per month. However, there is a question as to whether the multiplier has any effect on disability retirement. Normal retirement at age 50 years with 26 years 11 months of service and an average pay of $46, 333 over the past three years - increasing the multiplier would result in an additional $166. 51 per month. The cost of increasing the multiplier to be $24, 065 per year to county departments, $5, 245 to the PSA and $7, 795 to the Department of Social Services.

i. Reassessment RFP – Authorization to solicit appraisal services for the planned reassessment of real estate properties in 2008 is recommended.

j. Deregulation Petition – Verizon is requesting an endorsement of its January 2007, petition the State to deregulate its services on the premise of increased competition (both of wireless and wireline industries) and outdated State restrictions on Verizon’s business practices (i. e. filing 30 days in advance of introducing new products and services and operating with a mandated price floor). Verizon reported it has lost 30% of its wireline business in the past six years due to competition and changes within the communication industry.

Verizon would still be regulated by the state franchise. They would still be the carrier of last resort and have agreed not to raise rates by more than $1 per year over the next three years. The Telecommunications Committee recommends that the Board of Supervisors support the deregulation petition, but requests the State to consider the ramifications of deregulation on remote, rural areas. I would like to recommend the Board hold a public hearing on the matter before taking further action. For more information please visit the following web site: http: //www. scc. virginia. gov/division/puc/industry/ vv_comp/rsc_app. htm

k. Emergency Operations Plan – Board members have been provided a copy of the state review of the draft of the new emergency operations plan, a copy of which can be provided upon request due to the volume of the document. While the plan has areas which could be improved per the state review, adoption of the plan by the Board of Supervisors is recommended at this time based on the thinking that it is more important that we have an updated plan in place than that the plan be perfected prior to its adoption.

l. Resolution Designating Pulaski County as Fiscal and Administrative Agent for Community Corrections – Adoption of a resolution is requested which would designate Pulaski County as the fiscal and administrative agent for the Community Corrections program.

m. Indoor Wellness Center - Anthony suggests, and I concur, that it would be helpful to form a citizens committee to look into the feasibility of developing an indoor fitness center.

n. Sponsorship of NRV Leadership Program – I would like to recommend sponsorship of this program in an amount of $1, 500, in addition to paying for the participation of Robert Hiss, Shawn Utt and other department heads or Board of Supervisors members interested in attending.

o. Donation of Vehicles to NRV Community Services Board - The Community Services Board could utilize the following surplus vehicles currently owned by the county in the operation of Fairview Home and is willing to assume all maintenance, insurance and operating cost. Authorization to transfer ownership of these to the Community Services Board is recommended. The value of the vehicles would be credited as an additional contribution by the County to the Community Services Board. Should the CSB cease to operate Fairview Home, ownership of these vehicles would be transferred to Fairview Home.

2000 - Ford Crown Victoria Sedan - Mileage 126, 600 = $1, 810 2001 - Ford Crown Victoria Sedan - Mileage 133, 765 = $2, 250 2001 - Ford Crown Victoria Sedan - Mileage 137, 784 = $2, 250 2001 - Ford Crown Victoria Sedan - Mileage 133, 160 = $2, 250 1998 - GMC Savana Pass. Van - Mileage 125, 000 = $1, 830 - Currently being used by Fairview Home Grand Total = $10, 390

p. Southern Rivers Watershed Enhancement Program – Approval of a letter of support and resolution for an application to the Southern River’s Program is requested.

q. Modification to Livestock Compensation – The livestock compensation committee recommends the establishment of set reimbursement rates as an alternative to the current determination of value on a case-bycase basis. Thus, advertisement of a public hearing to amend the livestock claim policy is recommended with the amendment to reflect the following compensation where livestock is killed by a dog whose ownership cannot be determined:

Lambs Ewes Rams Nanny goats Billy goats Market goats $100 $175 $350 $100 $ 75 Registered or breeding stock (with papers) is proposed to still be determined on a case by case basis.

12. Closed Meeting – 2. 2 -3711(A)1 -7

Property Disposition or Acquisition – Pursuant to Virginia Code Section 2. 2 -3711(A)3 discussion for consideration of the disposition or acquisition of publicly held property regarding: a. New River Trail Extension – Board members have been provided a draft proposal from Jeff Bain which would provide for the extension of the New River Trail through his property as initiated by Bob Piscura and Randy Newberry. In addition, there is ongoing interest in the utilization of the former railroad trestle across the New River in the Heron’s Landing development as a possible loop connecting a trail system in Fairlawn with trails already in place along the New River in Radford.

b. Maple Shade Property Leases – The Town of Pulaski is considering an inquiry from Dollar General requesting the ability to double the space they currently occupy in the Shopping Center. Our ability to accommodate this request is dependent on the amount of space needed by social services as is being calculated by Glenn Reynolds. It is also appears that overall space needs will not allow for the long term accommodation of Cavalier Supply. Finally, Bob Harmon has

indicated he will not be able to continue leasing space in the Center and availability of the space he currently occupies has been figured in the above evaluations. Board members have been provided a copy of the “Scheme 2” general plan for the reuse of the facility.

c. Power Line Easement – Appalachian Power Company is planning to utilize their existing easement for the construction of a 69 k. V transmission line between the New River Industries and the Hickman Cemetery Road substations. As shown on the enclosed photograph, use of this easement will impact the development potential of properties for which the County is currently soliciting proposals. As an alternative, it is suggested that the easement be moved to the widened right-of-way along Heron’s Landing Drive and Viscoe Road. However, the revised location is not acceptable to Mark Hall nor is it likely to suit other property owners along Viscoe Road. An

alternative would be to ask Appalachian Power to put the power line underground at an estimated cost of $1 million with the investment to be recovered through the formation of a Community Development Authority serving the Heron’s Landing area.

Personnel – Pursuant to Virginia Code Section 2. 23711(A)1 discussion for consideration of employment, assignment, appointment, promotion, performance, demotion, salaries, disciplining, or resignation of public officers, appointees or employees, regarding: a. b. Drug Testing – As suggested by both employees and supervisors, I would like to recommend consideration to the implementation of random drug testing for all employees in the same manner as is currently being done for CDL drivers. Appointments - Appointments are requested as described in a memo distributed to the Board.

Prospective Industry – Pursuant to Virginia Code Section 2. 2 -3711(A)5 discussion concerning a prospective business or industry, or the expansion of an existing business and industry, where no previous announcement has been made of the business’ or industry’s interest in locating or expanding its facilities in the community. a. Slaughter House Facility – Shawn Utt has been working with a gentleman interested in locating a slaughter house facility in the County. He is proposing to process goats and sheep due to increasing demand from the Muslim communities. The Zoning Ordinance only allows slaughter facilities in the I-1

zoning district. After his talking to a few folks, Mr. Utt has a concern regarding the image of a slaughter house being located in an industrial park. He has researched allowing them in the A-1 Agriculture district and has sent out emails asking how surrounding localities handle these facilities. The closest similar situation may be the poultry plants located in the rural areas along the Shenandoah Valley.

b. Project WT Proposal – Board members have been provided with a copy of an incentive summary prepared by Aric Bopp for a proposed project anticipated to locate in the Jefferson Mills Hill Plant. This firm is proposing to invest $8. 5 million in an elastics and plastics manufacturing facility employing 100 -120 persons. It is recommended that the County partner with the Town of Pulaski in providing a $250, 000 incentive to match $150, 000 from the Town of Pulaski and up to $400, 000 in Governor’s Opportunity Funding as incentives for this project. The firm would pay approximately $56, 000 per year in County taxes resulting in the equivalent of a 5 year payback.

c. Pulaski Furniture Prospect – Board members have been provided with a memo from Mr. Utt providing information on a potential project at the former Pulaski Furniture Complex. It is recommended that the County partner with the Town of Pulaski in providing a $100, 000 incentive to match $50, 000 from the Town of Pulaski and $150, 000 in Governor’s Opportunity Funding as incentives for this project. The firm would pay approximately $18, 500 per year in County taxes resulting in the equivalent of a 6 year payback. The firm would employ 50 to 100 persons.

d. Revenue Sharing – As discussed at the joint meeting with Town of Pulaski representatives, sharing of 30% of the taxes collected from the sale of the Hogan’s Dam watershed and the nonrecreational portion of Loving Field is recommended for a period of 15 years. The Hogan’s Watershed property is currently assessed for $877, 600 which will result in a tax of $5, 503. 12 of which $1, 650. 94 would be shared with the Town of Pulaski while the entire Loving Field property is currently assessed for $1, 475, 300. Eddie Hale and Frank Conner may have other items to share regarding the meeting with town representatives.

Legal Matters – Pursuant to Virginia Code Section 2. 2 -3711(A)7 consultation with legal counsels and briefing by staff for discussion of specific legal matters and matters subject to probable litigation regarding: • Erosion and Sediment Control Court Matter – Board members have been provided with a copy of an enforcement letter sent to Jim Hager regarding clearing and grading of property in the Max Creek area of Claytor Lake. The next step would be for the County to take the matter to court. However, I did not want to do so without briefing the Board regarding the matter.