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City Counci l Meeting
AGENDA
Monday, July 10, 2023, 6:30 PM
Work S es s io n 6:15 P.M. C ouncil C hambers C onference R oom, C ity Hall, 114 North Broad S treet, S alem, Virginia 24153
R egular S ession 6:30 P.M. C ouncil C hambers , C ity Hall, 114 North Broad S treet, S alem, Virginia 24153
WORK SE SSI ON
1.C all to Order
2.New Business
A.Discussion I tems
Downtown Signage
3.Adjournment
RE GU L AR SE S SI ON
1.C all to Order
2.Pledge of Allegiance
3.Bid Openings, Awards, Recognitions
4.C onsent Agenda
A.Citizen Comments
C omments from the public, limited to five minutes, on matters not already having a public
hearing component at the same meeting.
B.Minutes
C onsider acceptance of the J une 21, 2023, Special Meeting Work Session and the J une 26,
2023, Work Session and Regular Meeting minutes.
5.Old Business
A.Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance
C onsider ordinance on second reading for the request of J S Salem LLC , contract purchaser,
and the Trustees Faith Assembly of God, property owner, for rezoning the property of 500
block of White Street (Tax Map # 161 - 4 - 2) from RSF Residential Single-Family District to
C BD C ommunity Business District. (Approved on first reading at the J une 26, 2023 meeting.)
6.New Business
A.Appropriation of F unds
C onsider request to appropriate additional state and local funding for the Apperson Drive
Bridge Project. Audit - Finance C ommittee
B.Appropriation of F unds
C onsider request to accept and appropriate Green Grant funds. Audit - Finance Committee
C .Appropriation of F unds
C onsider request to appropriate General Fund Reserves for repairs to Bridge #1800
(Apperson near Cook Drive) and to replace ambulance (Medic 803). Audit - Finance
C ommittee
D.Appropriation of F unds
C onsider request to appropriate proceeds from the sale of equipment. Audit - Finance
C ommittee
E.Transfer of F unds to Salem P ublic Schools
C onsider authorizing the transfer of funds from contingency to the Salem Public
Schools. Audit-Finance C ommittee
F.West Main Street Storage
C onsider setting bond for physical improvements and erosion and sediment control and
landscaping for West Main Street Storage. Audit - Finance Committee
G.B oards and Commissions
C onsider appointments to various boards and commissions.
7.C losed Session
A.Closed Session
Hold a closed session in accordance with Section 2.2-3711 A (3) and (7) of the 1950 Code of
Virginia, as amended, for:
(1) Discussion or consideration of the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, or of
the disposition of publicly held real property, where discussion in an open meeting would
adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body.
Specifically, the acquisition of real property.
(2) C onsultation with legal counsel and briefings by staff members or consultants pertaining to
actual or probable litigation, where such consultation or briefing in open meeting would
adversely affect the negotiating or litigating posture of the public body. For the purposes of
this subdivision, "probable litigation" means litigation that has been specifically threatened or
on which the public body or its legal counsel has a reasonable basis to believe will be
commenced by or against a known party. Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed to
permit the closure of a meeting merely because an attorney representing the public body is in
attendance or is consulted on a matter.
8.Adjournment
Item #4B
Date: 7/10/2023
UNAPPROVED
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
June 21, 2023
A work session of the Council of the City of Salem, Virginia, was held in Council
Chambers, City Hall, 114 N. Broad Street, Salem, Virginia, on June 21, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.,
there being present the following members of said Council, to wit: Renée Ferris Turk,
Mayor; James W. Wallace, III, Vice-Mayor; Councilmembers: Byron Randolph Foley,
William D. Jones, and H. Hunter Holliday; with Renée Ferris Turk, Mayor, presiding;
together with James E. Taliaferro, II, City Manager; Rob Light, Assistant City Manager and
Clerk of Council; Rosie Jordan, Director of Finance; and Crystal Williams, Assistant to the
City Manager; and the following business was transacted:
Mayor Turk reported that this date, place, and time had been set in order for the
Council to hold a budget work session; and
WHEREAS, a discussion was held regarding the FY 2023-2024 budget; and
WHEREAS, there were no other topics for discussion.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the work session was
adjourned at 12:10 p.m.
City Council Meeting
MINUTES
Monday, June 26, 2023, 6:30 PM Work Session 5:15 P.M. Council Chambers Conference Room, City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem, Virginia 24153
Regular Session 6:30 P.M. Council Chambers, City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem, Virginia 24153
WORK SESSION
1. Call to Order
A work session of the Council of the City of Salem, Virginia, was held in
the Council Chambers Conference Room, City Hall, 114 N. Broad Street,
Salem, Virginia, on June 26, 2023, at 5:15 p.m., there being present the
following members of said Council to wit: Renée Ferris Turk, Mayor; James
W. Wallace, III, Vice-Mayor; Council members: Byron Randolph Foley,
William D. Jones, and H. Hunter Holliday; with Renée Ferris Turk, Mayor,
presiding together with James E. Taliaferro, II, City Manager; Rob Light,
Assistant City Manager and Clerk of Council; Rosemari e B. Jordan,
Director of Finance; Tammy Todd, Assistant Director of Finance; Larado
Robinson, Director of Water and Sewer Department; Annie Tripp, Library
Director; Jim Guynn, City Attorney; and Laura Lea Harris, Deputy Clerk of
Council; and the following business was transacted;
Mayor Turk reported that this date, place, and time had been set in order
for the Council to hold a work session; and
2. New Business
A. Discussion Items
1) Update on Water/Sewer projects - Larado Robinson 2) Discussion on Citizen Comment requests
3) Budget items as needed
Larado Robinson, Director of the Water and Sewer Department, presented
an update on current water and sewer projects. He shared details of the
evaluation and process for the Upper Roanoke River project. It is anticipated
that they should be able to move ahead with design and next steps by the end
of the year. Mr. Robinson next shared that their department had not received
any calls on backups on Pomeroy Road since 2019. He noted that they are
looking at options involving gravity for this situation and discussion was
held on potential issues. Larado shared that the Department of
Environmental Quality had granted a draft permit for water intake after eight
years of waiting for this. He also noted that they are hoping to add two wells
to mitigate the intake situation. It is hoped to put a bid out late summer or
fall on this proposal. Council was given the opportunity to ask questions and
discuss the information that had been presented.
Council discussed the requests and suggestions they had received during the
Citizen Comment period of Council meetings over the last several months.
Council discussed holding joint meetings of Council, Planning Commission,
and the Economic Development Authority. The feeling was expressed that
these meetings are more productive when held with Council and one of these
groups individually. Council requested that staff bring an updated list of
citizen requests to a Work Session every other month to be discussed.
Ms. Jordan provided updated revenue information with Council. She
detailed adjustments that had been made to the initial proposed budget. She
specifically detailed how they had arrived at funding for compensation
increases. She noted that they had been conservative in projections that were
used, that the City had strong reserve funding, and that she felt confident in
the City's ability to fund the proposed raises. Council discussed this
information.
3. Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Turk adjourned the meeting at 6:32
p.m.
REGULAR SESSION
1. Call to Order
A regular meeting of the Council of the City of Salem, Virginia was called
to order at 6:34 p.m., there being present the following members to wit:
Renée Ferris Turk, Mayor; James W. Wallace, III, Vice-Mayor;
Councilmembers: Byron Randolph Foley, William D. Jones, and H. Hunter
Holliday; with Renée Ferris Turk, Mayor, presiding together with James E.
Taliaferro, II, City Manager; Rob Light, Assistant City Manager and Clerk
of Council; Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance; Chuck Van Allman,
Director of Community Development; Mike Stevens, Director of
Communications; and Jim Guynn, City Attorney.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Bid Openings, Awards, Recognitions
Mayor Turk recognized Senior Police Officer David Huynh from the Salem
Police Department that was present with the new officers that are beginning
their field training phase. Officer Huynh introduced each of the officers and
had them to share a little bit about themselves with Council and all in
attendance. Attending this evening were Officer Jordan, Officer Hodgin,
Officer Harrison, and Officer Mattison. On behalf of City Council, Mayor
Turk expressed appreciation and gratitude for having these officers in Salem
to serve in Salem to protect and take care of the citizens. She thanked them
for choosing Salem to serve in. Council thanked the officers for their
service.
Mayor Turk also thanked the Fire and EMS personnel that were in
attendance this evening. She thanked them for their hard work every day
and for working to take care of Salem's citizens. She thanked them on
behalf of Council and the citizens of Salem.
4. Consent Agenda
A. Citizen Comments
Comments from the public, limited to five minutes, on matters
not already having a public hearing component at the same
meeting.
John Breen, 142 Bogey Lane, was the only citizen to address Council this
evening. He reflected on the responsibilities of City Council and expressed
disappointment in Code enforcement in the City of Salem. He offered the
following suggestions for Council's consideration:
1) Make Council requests of Administration time certain for response or
action.
2) Abolish 2 X 2 meetings.
3) Require City Codes to be followed, enforced, and promptly updated as
needed. 4) Create two new Council committees - City Services and Salem Code
Enforcement-both composed of a Council member, one or two citizens, and
a relevant administrative official. At least monthly meetings and report s to
Council would be required.
5) Add two non-voting citizens to Council for Workshops.
6) Hold public meetings when citizens are able to reasonably attend.
7) Take charge of agendas for Work Sessions and Regular Council meetings.
8) Hold Council Work Sessions the week between Council meetings and
not before Council meetings unless an emergency.
9) Require at least quarterly activity reports from Council appointed
boards or commissions.
10) Adopt the Building Maintenance Code.
11) Hold semi-annual public meetings with the Planning Commission.
B. Minutes
Consider acceptance of the June 12, 2023, Work Session and
Regular Meeting minutes.
The minutes were accepted as written.
C. Financial Reports
Consider acceptance of the Statement of Revenues and
Expenditures for the eleven months ending May 2023.
The financial reports were received.
5. Old Business
A. Budget Ordinance
Consider ordinance on second reading adopting the budget for
2023-2024 fiscal year.
Mr. Foley noted that Ms. Jordan had provided specific line-item
information to balance the budget for the budget under
consideration.
Mayor Turk noted at the request of Council, a Pay Study had taken place to
evaluate the compensation of Salem's employees. The evaluation was done
by The Berkley Group. They considered 35 different localities, studied each
of the positions for employees, and made a recommendation. Council has
discussed the recommendation that was made. There was an adjustment in it
to not only bring the pay scale up to the minimum amount to make it
comparable to other localities around Salem, but Council has also been
presented with the possibility of adding in a tenure increase. In addition to
that, the recommendation is a 7% increase across the board as a cost-of-
living increase. The information presented by Ms. Jordan this evening
ensured that Council and the City could sustain these amounts being paid to
employees moving forward over the next four or five years. Finance has
looked at trends, amounts, and percentages over the course of the past ten
years and Council feels confident that they are able to meet what is needed
in order to wholly support the pay plan in the amount that has been
presented.
Mayor Turk commented on how fortunate Salem is to have the employees
that work for us at all levels and how grateful she feels that we are in a
position where we are equitable to the localities around us. She thanked the
employees for their hard work over the years to provide for the citizens'
needs and the directors for the great job they do.
Mr. Foley stated that "people that feel appreciated will do more than
expected." He thanked the employees and remarked that Council appreciates
the employees and hope they will understand what Council has done for
them and will continue to work as hard as they have over the years.
Randy Foley motioned to adopt ordinance on second reading adopting the
fiscal year 2023-2024 budget amended as follows: a) increasing Vacancy
Savings by $500,000; b) transfer $500,000 from Fund Balance to increase
revenue; and c) approve Use of Funds in support of the Berkley study as
presented to Council plus 7% pay increase this year plus tenure pay plan as
proposed which is anywhere from 1 ½ to 6 ½% in an attempt to eliminate
compression. Additionally, it is recommended to pay the Comp Board
mandated plan as presented regarding the Constitutional Officers plus 5% as
required. H. Hunter Holliday seconded the motion.
Ayes: Foley, Holliday, Jones, Turk, Wallace
B. Budget Appropriation Ordinance Consider ordinance on second reading appropriating funds for the
2023-2024 fiscal year budget.
Renee Turk motioned to adopt ordinance on second reading appropriating
funds for the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget with the same amendments as
stated in Item 5A. H. Hunter Holliday seconded the motion.
Ayes: Foley, Holliday, Jones, Turk, Wallace
6. New Business
A. Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Hold public hearing and consider ordinance on first reading for the request
of J S Salem LLC, contract purchaser, and the Trustees Faith Assembly of
God, property owner, for rezoning the property of 500 block of White
Street (Tax Map # 161 - 4 - 2) from RSF Residential Single-Family District
to CBD Community Business District. (Advertised in the June 8 and 15
issues of the Salem Times-Register.) (Recommend approval with proffered
condition, see page 5 of Planning Commission minutes.) STAFF REPORT
Mayor Turk opened the public hearing.
No one came forward to speak.
Mayor Turk closed the public hearing.
Mr. Foley shared that this is noted in the Planning Commission minutes but he
works with a woman who lives on this street, and she has personally told him
that she is perfectly fine with this proposal.
Mr. Van Allman noted Community Development had not received any
correspondence either positive or negative since the recommended
approval by Planning Commission.
William Jones motioned to adopt ordinance on first reading for the request
of J S Salem LLC, contract purchaser, and the Trustees Faith Assembly of
God, property owner, for rezoning the property of 500 block of White Street
(Tax Map # 161 - 4 – 2) from RSF Residential Single-Family District to
CBD Community Business District with proffered condition. Randy Foley
seconded the motion.
Ayes: Foley, Holliday, Jones, Turk, Wallace
B. Special Exception Permit
Hold public hearing to consider the request of Joshua Davis, lessee, and
Dallas Scaggs, Jr., and Paul Walrond, property owners, for the issuance of a
special exception permit to allow for a pawn shop on the property located at
1617 West Main Street (Tax Map # 139 – 3 - 4). (Advertised in the June 8
and 15 issue of the Salem Times-Register.) (Recommend approval, see page
2 of Planning Commission minutes.) STAFF REPORT
Mayor Turk opened the public hearing.
Joshua Davis, 282 Bald Rock Road, Verona, Virginia. He shared that he was
the person applying for this Special Exception and that he was here this evening
to answer any questions. Mr. Davis shared that he operates Full Circle Finance,
which has been in business about ten years and has four locations. This will be
the fifth location. He has been working in Salem for about fifteen years with
other businesses and knows and loves the community and the people.
Mr. Holliday asked about where the other locations are located.
Mr. Davis responded that they have a location in historic Lex ington,
Waynesboro, Culpeper, and Harrisonburg. He noted that they had previously
had thirty-seven locations all over Virginia, including Roanoke, Salem, and
Christiansburg. Mr. Davis stated that he owned this business solely and it
was his "pet" project in semi-retirement. He is aiming to have ten locations.
Mr. Holliday asked if the pawn shop would be specializing in specific
types of merchandise or what kind of items they would be carrying.
Mr. Davis stated that they would take anything that the commun ity brings them
of value. Some examples he gave were jewelry, firearms, electronics, sporting
goods, lawn equipment, or most anything a citizen brought in that they found
value in. He continued to explain that he had been in this business about twelve
years and had opened twelve pawn shops in Virginia, Tennessee, and Geo rgia
(this one was sold to a private equity firm). Mr. Davis emphasized that they are
professional group that is very compliant with all of the regulators in terms of
the ATF, local regulations, and weights and measures. He stressed that he is not
a "Mom and Pop" operator and that everything they take in they turn in to the
Police Department.
Mr. Holliday noted that he just wanted to verify the nature of this operation as
he had seen both good and bad operations of this type and that sometimes they
brought negative elements to the community.
Mr. Davis emphasized that one of the protections they utilized is that they
report everything to the Police Department every single day. If there are stolen
items coming through his shop, they are at the Police Department that night. If
a report occurs at the Police Department, they come and take the items and get
them back to the owner. He is out that money but is okay with that because he
does not want to deal with stolen merchandise. His business is extremely
system driven. They have computer systems that report stolen items, identify
items that could be stolen, and basically run the business. Mr. Davis comes
from a background in Finance and has opened 250 retail locations in nine states
over the past twenty years. He is comfortable with corporate governance and
regulations. They believe they serve the community.
Mr. Holliday asked Mr. Davis to specify the exact location of the business.
Mr. Davis clarified that the pawn shop would be next to Wendy's near
Starbucks. He noted that the building is currently dilapidated, and he plans to
put reclaimed wood on the sign band and spruce it up. He said that it is one
of the eyesores on Main Street and he plans to put some texture and muted
colors to make it look nicer.
Mayor Turk closed the public hearing.
Randy Foley motioned to approve the request of Joshua Davis, lessee, and
Dallas Scaggs, Jr., and Paul Walrond, property owners, for the issuance of a
special exception permit to allow for a pawn shop on the property locate d at
1617 West Main Street (Tax Map # 139 – 3 - 4. H Hunter Holliday seconded
the motion.
Ayes: Foley, Holliday, Jones, Turk
Nays: Wallace
C. Special Exception Permit
Hold public hearing to consider the request of Terry Steele, lessee, and Kieu
Thi Thuy Do, property owner, for the issuance of a special exception permit
to allow for personal service (barber shop) on the property located at 514
West Main Street (Tax Map # 123 – 3 - 5). (Advertised in June 8 and 15
issues of Salem Times-Register.) (Recommend approval, see page 4 of
Planning Commission minutes.) STAFF REPORT
Mayor Turk asked Mr. Van Allman if any feedback had been
received by Community Development.
Mr. Van Allman noted that no feedback, either positive or negative, had
been received since the recommendation from Planning Commission.
Mayor Turk opened the public hearing.
Terry Steele, 1618 McCauley Avenue, stated that he was the individual
applying for the Special Exception permit and that he would really like to open
a barber shop.
Mayor Turk closed the public hearing.
Mr. Foley shared for the benefit of the public that this location is
currently a nail salon up from Vistar West on the South side of Main
Street. Mr. Jones further detailed that it is next to Vistar and there are a
couple of shops next to this, one being T-Mobile.
William Jones motioned to approve the request of Terry Steele, lessee, and
Kieu Thi Thuy Do, property owner, for the issuance of a special exception
permit to allow for personal service (barber shop) on the property located at
514 West Main Street (Tax Map # 123 – 3 - 5). Randy Foley seconded the
motion.
Ayes: Foley, Holliday, Jones, Turk, Wallace
D. Boards and Commissions
Consider appointments to various boards and commissions.
Randy Foley motioned to appoint H. Hunter Holliday to the Chief Local
Elected Officials (CLEO) Consortium to replace John Saunders; to appoint
Melton Johnson to the Fair Housing Board for a three-year term ending July 1,
2026; to appoint H. Hunter Holliday to replace John Saunders to the Roanoke
Valley -Alleghany Regional Commission for a three-year term ending June 30,
2024 and to reappoint Dee King to the Roanoke Valley -Alleghany Regional
Commission for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026; also to reappoint
Renée Ferris Turk and H. Hunter Holliday to the Roanoke Valley
Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Policy Board for three-year terms
ending June 30, 2026 and Byron Randolph Foley as alternate to this same board
for a three-year term ending June 30, 2026. William Jones seconded the motion.
Ayes: Foley, Holliday, Jones, Turk, Wallace
7. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m.
Item #5A
Date: 7/10/2023
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
AGENDA ITEM: Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance
Consider ordinance on second reading for the request of J S
Salem LLC, contract purchaser, and the Trustees Faith
Assembly of God, property owner, for rezoning the property of
500 block of White Street (Tax Map # 161 - 4 - 2) from RSF
Residential Single-Family District to CBD Community Business
District. (Approved on first reading at the June 26, 2023
meeting.)
SUBMITTED BY: Mary Ellen Wines, CZA CFM, Planning & Zoning Administrator
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
SITE CHARACTERISTICS:
Zoning: RSF Residential Single Family
Land Use Plan Designation: Commercial
Existing Use: Vacant
Proposed Use: Parking lot – accessory to Invision Eye Care
The subject property is located at the 500 blk of White Street and consists of a 0.337 acre
tract of land which currently possesses the RSF Residential Single Family zoning designation.
The applicant is requesting a rezoning with proffered conditions of the property from RSF
Residential Single Family to CBD Community Business District in order to allow for the
construction of a parking lot which will accommodate Invision Eye Care located across the
street. The proffered condition states that this property will only be utilized as a parking lot.
This lot will be utilized for staff parking with the existing parking lot servicing customers.
If approved, the new parking lot would adhere to any applicable landscaping requirements,
along with the required buffer yards, as prescribed by Section 106-402.3. of the zoning
ordinance. These details would be addressed during the site plan review process.
The Future Land Use Map (FLUM) identifies this property as commercial, which is consistent
with the proposed use of a parking lot.
REQUIREMENTS:
The proposal meets the requirements of Section 106-213.2. (B) Permitted uses in CBD.
OPTIONS:
1. Recommend approval of the request .
2. Recommend approval of the request with proffered conditions.
3. Recommend denial of the request.
B£GINNINC .at.the point of intersection of the East line
of White Street with the North line of Preston Street;
thence from said point of BEGINNING and along and with
the East line of White Street, N. 12• 19 ' W. 196.46 feet
to a point , beini corner to the Wheeling lot, as conveyed
by deed recorded in Deed Book 549, page 11 ; thence alon~
and With the South line of said Wheelin~ lot, N. 81° 06 E
76.95 feet to a point; thence S. 10• 21 E . 196 .17 feet
to a point on the North line of Preston Streeti thence
along and with the said North line of Preston ~treet ,
S . 81° 06' W. 70 .2 feet to the point of BEGINNING; and
Being the same property conveyed unto the parties of the
first part by deed from W. B. Jones and Ima C. Jones, his
wife, dated December 1 , 1964 and of record in Deee Book
763, page 164 of the aforesaid Clerk's Office .
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Planning Commission Meeting
MINUTES
Wednesday, June 14, 2023, 7:00 PM
Work Session 6:00PM Council Chambers Conference Room, City Hall, 114 North Broad Street:
WORK SESSION
1. Call to Order
A work session of the Planning Commission of the City of Salem, Virginia, was held in Council
Chambers Conference Room, City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem, Virginia, at 6:00 p.m. on June
14, 2023; there being the members of said Commission, to wit: Vicki G. Daulton, Chair; Denise P. King,
Vice Chair; Reid Garst, Neil L. Conner, and Jackson Beamer; together with Mary Ellen Wines, Planning
& Zoning Administrator; Maxwell Dillon, Planner; Charles E. Van Allman, Jr., Director of Community
Development; and Jim H. Guynn, Jr., City Attorney; and the following business was transacted: Chair
Daulton called the meeting to order at 6:06 p.m. and reported that this date, place and time had been set
for the Commission to hold a work session.
2. New Business
A. Discussion of items on the June agenda
1. 1617 West Main Street
2. 514 West Main Street
3. 500 block White Street
A discussion was held regarding the items on the June Agenda.
B. Introduction of items on the July agenda
1. 1201 Texas Street
Items for the July agenda were introduced, and a discussion was held.
3. Adjournment
Chair Daulton inquired if there were any other items for discussion and hearing none, adjourned the work
session at 6:55 p.m.
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REGULAR SESSION
1. Call to Order
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Salem, Virginia, was held after due and
proper notice in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem, Virginia, at 7:00 p.m.,
on June 14, 2023. Notice of such hearing was published in the June 1 and 8, 2023, issues of the "Salem
Times Register," a newspaper published and having general circulation in the City of Salem. All
adjacent property owners were notified via the U. S. Postal Service.
The Commission, constituting a legal quorum, presided together with Jim H. Guynn, Jr., City Attorney;
H. Robert Light, Assistant City Manager and Executive Secretary, ex officio member of said
Commission, to wit; Mary Ellen Wines, Planning & Zoning Administrator; Charles E. Van Allman, Jr.,
Director of Community Development, and Maxwell Dillon, Planner, and the following business was
transacted:
A. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Election of Officers
3. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes
Consider acceptance of the minutes from the May 10, 2023, work session and regular meeting.
Jackson Beamer motioned Consider acceptance of the May 10, 2023, work session and regular meeting
minutes. Denise King seconded the motion.
Ayes: Beamer, Conner, Daulton, Garst, King
4. New Business
A. Special Exception Permit
Hold public hearing to consider the request of Joshua Davis, lessee, and Dallas Scaggs, Jr., and Paul
Walrond, property owners, for the issuance of a special exception permit to allow for a pawn shop on the
property located at 1617 West Main Street (Tax Map # 139 – 3 - 4).
Staff noted the following: The subject property located at 1617 West Main Street consists of a 0.246-
acre tract of land shared with an additional address, 1619 West Main Street. This parcel possesses the
HBD Highway Business District zoning designation and is comprised of a two-story building with
commercial space on the ground floor and an apartment on the second floor. The apartment on the
second floor has lost its “grandfathering” and will not be able to be utilized as a residential space. The
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property has been vacant since its occupancy by Aberration Music. The applicant is requesting a Special
Exception Permit be issued to allow for the operation of a pawn shop.
The Future Land Use Map (FLUM) identifies this area as commercial, which is consistent with the
proposed development of a pawn shop.
If approved, the applicant will have to submit application to the police department for dealing precious
metals, and ATF for dealing firearms.
Joshua Davis, 202 Baldrock Road, Roanoke, Virginia, appeared before the Commission and stated that
he currently owns four pawn shops in Lexington, Culpepper, Harrisonburg, and Williamsburg, Virginia,
and would like to operate one in Salem as well.
Vice Chair King asked what Mr. Davis plans to do with the building.
Mr. Davis stated that he plans to "take the edge off" of the building by placing some reclaimed wood
around the sign band, and things to make the building look more presentable and appealing for people to
come in shop.
Vice Chair King also asked what a commercial pawn shop entails.
Mr. Davis stated that he has been in finance the past 30 years and has semi-retired with this being his
"pet" project; he comes from a commercial background and not the traditional mom and pop pawn shops
you typically see. He stands behind everything sold--does things the "right way" and the locations are
fully regulated by the ATF, etc. He has opened up over 250 retail locations in the past 20 years. He
stated they are professionals.
Member Garst asked about any specialties offered for retail.
Mr. Davis stated that they offer jewelry, firearms, electronics, etc.
Vice Chair asked about the hours of operation.
Mr. Davis stated they would be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. five or six days a week depending on the market,
with the store typically closed on Wednesdays.
Chair Daulton reiterated that the upstairs of the building could not be used as an apartment.
Mr. Davis stated that he will not be utilizing the upstairs; he will be using the entire ground floor only.
Member Beamer asked when he planned to open the business.
Mr. Davis stated that the AFT application typically takes 60 days, the up fit takes 30 days, and once the
City has given its approval, he can get started so he feels it should be open in about 90 days.
Vice Chair King asked if he has had contact with Chief Crawley.
Mr. Davis stated that he will as part of the AFT application.
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A discussion was held regarding the market area, who would run the store, etc.
No other person(s) appeared related to the request.
Denise King motioned approve the request of Joshua Davis, lessee, and Dallas Scaggs, Jr., and Paul
Walrond, property owners, for the issuance of a special exception permit to allow for a pawn shop on the
property located at 1617 West Main Street (Tax Map # 139 – 3 - 4). Neil Conner seconded the motion.
Ayes: Beamer, Conner, Daulton, Garst, King
B. Special Exception Permit
Hold public hearing to consider the request of Terry Steele, lessee, and Kieu Thi Thuy Do, property
owner, for the issuance of a special exception permit to allow for personal service (barber shop) on the
property located at 514 West Main Street (Tax Map # 123 – 3 - 5).
Staff noted the following:
The subject property located at 514 West Main Street consists of a 0.41-acre tract of land shared with
two additional addresses, 506 and 510 West Main Street. This parcel possesses the RB Residential
Business zoning designation, and the subject building was formerly occupied by a personal service
before that business ceased operations several years ago. The applicant is requesting a Special Exception
Permit be issued to allow for a barber shop. The current business plan consists of one barber with two
salon chairs, with a potential staff expansion to two barbers in the future.
The Future Land Use Map (FLUM) identifies this area as mixed-use, which is consistent with the
proposed development of a barber shop given structure of the existing buildings and the current
character of the corridor.
Jerry Steele, 1620 McCauley Avenue, Salem, appeared before the Commission.
Vice Chair King asked if there would be a second barber.
Mr. Steele stated that there is a possibility, but he prefers to work alone.
Chair Daulton asked about parking.
Mr. Steele stated that he will park his vehicle behind the building and plans to remove the freestanding
sign in front of the building to make access easier.
A discussion was held regarding parking on the lot.
Member Beamer asked if appointments or walk-ins would be offered.
Mr. Steele stated he would prefer walk-ins.
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Chair Daulton asked what the hours of operation would be and when does he plan to open.
Mr. Steele stated that the hours would be 9 am to 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday, and 9 am to 12 noon on
Saturdays. He anticipates being able to open August 1st.
No other person(s) appeared related to the request.
Neil Conner motioned approve the request of Terry Steele, lessee, and Kieu Thi Thuy Do, property
owner, for the issuance of a special exception permit to allow for personal service (barber shop) on the
property located at 514 West Main Street (Tax Map # 123 – 3 - 5). Reid Garst seconded the motion.
Ayes: Beamer, Conner, Daulton, Garst, King
C. Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance
Hold public hearing to consider the request of J S Salem LLC, contract purchaser, and the Trustees Faith
Assembly of God, property owner, for rezoning the property of 500 block of White Street (Tax Map #
161 - 4 - 2) from RSF Residential Single-Family District to CBD Community Business District.
Staff noted the following: The subject property is located at the 500 blk of White Street and consists of
a 0.337-acre tract of land which currently possesses the RSF Residential Single Family zoning
designation. The applicant is requesting a rezoning with proffered conditions of the property from RSF
Residential Single Family to CBD Community Business District in order to allow for the construction of
a parking lot which will accommodate Invision Eye Care located across the street. The proffered
condition states that this property will only be utilized as a parking lot. This lot will be utilized for staff
parking with the existing parking lot servicing customers.
If approved, the new parking lot would adhere to any applicable landscaping requirements, along with
the required buffer yards, as prescribed by Section 106-402.3. of the zoning ordinance. These details
would be addressed during the site plan review process.
The Future Land Use Map (FLUM) identifies this property as commercial, which is consistent with the
proposed use of a parking lot.
Scott Mann, 511 Walker Street, Radford, Virginia, appeared before the Commission on behalf of
Invision. He stated that they are busy, and parking is difficult sometimes; therefore, they would like to
save the best parking spaces for customers and have the employees park in the parcel in question.
Member Conner stated that the application states that you "anticipate" the lot to be used for parking and
questioned if Mr. Mann would proffer that the lot would only be used for parking.
Mr. Mann stated that he would proffer that the land will be used for parking.
Vice Chair asked about the shed on the property.
John Goodman, 929 South College Avenue appeared before the Commission and stated that the shed on
the property is the church's property and will likely be removed. He also stated that he and Mr. Mann
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have spoken with the adjacent property owners to make them aware of their intentions, and they were
not opposed to the request and would prefer to see a parking lot instead of any other development on the
property.
Member Jackson asked if there will be curb and guttering involved.
Mr. Van Allman stated that everything in that nature will be addressed during the site plan review
process.
No other person(s) appeared related to the request.
Neil Conner motioned approve the request of J S Salem LLC, contract purchaser, and the Trustees Faith
Assembly of God, property owner, for rezoning the property of 500 block of White Street (Tax Map #
161 - 4 - 2) from RSF Residential Single-Family District to CBD Community Business District. Jackson
Beamer seconded the motion.
Ayes: Beamer, Conner, Daulton, Garst, King
5. Adjournment
Having no other items before the Commission, on motion by Member Garst the meeting was adjourned
at 7:26 p.m.
City Council meeting, June 26, 2023, 6:30 p.m.
Council Chambers, City Hall, 114 North Broad Street
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 106-110, ARTICLE I, CHAPTER 106, OF THE CODE OF
THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, RELATING TO ZONING AND DIVIDING THE CITY INTO
BUILDING DISTRICTS AND ESTABLISHING DISTRICT BOUNDARY LINES ON THE ZONING
MAP OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that Section 106-
110,
Article I, Chapter 106 of The Code of the City of Salem, Virginia, relating to building district boundary
lines be amended in the following particular and no other, viz:
WHEREAS, J S Salem LLC, contract purchaser, and the Trustees Faith Assembly of God,
property owner, has heretofore petitioned to have the property located at 500 Block of White Street
(Tax Map # 161-4-2) rezoned from RSF Residential Single-Family District to CBD Community
Business District with proffered condition; and
WHEREAS, in said petition, J S Salem LLC, contract purchaser, and the Trustees Faith
Assembly of God, property owner, did voluntarily proffer a condition in addition to the regulations
provided for in the CBD Community Business District into which this property is requested to be
rezoned; and
WHEREAS, Council has reviewed the proposed condition and is of the opinion that the
requested rezoning without the proposed condition would not be in the best interests of the City
and that the condition proffered will more closely comply with the intent of the Land Use Plan
heretofore adopted; and
WHEREAS, Council has adopted the provisions of Chapter 320 of the 1978 Acts of the
General Assembly of Virginia, Sections 15.2-2296 through 15.2-2302, relating to conditional
zoning; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission at its regular meeting held on June 14, 2021, did
recommend to Council after holding a public hearing that such rezoning be approved with the
voluntarily proffered condition; NOW THEREFORE,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that
Section 106-110, Article I, Chapter 106, of The Code of the City of Salem, be amended, revised,
and reordained to read as follows and the map referred to shall be changed in this respect and no
other:
Section 1.
B£GINNINC .at.the point of intersection of the East line of White Street with the North line of
Preston Street; thence from said point of BEGINNING and along and with the East line of White
Street, N. 12• 19 ' W. 196.46 feet to a point, beini corner to the Wheeling lot, as conveyed by deed
recorded in Deed Book 549, page 11; thence alon~ and With the South line of said Wheelin~ lot,
N. 81° 06 E 76.95 feet to a point; thence S. 10• 21 E. 196 . 17 feet to a point on the North line of
Preston Streeti thence along and with the said North line of Preston ~treet , S. 81° 06' W. 70 . 2
feet to the point of BEGINNING; and Being the same property conveyed unto the parties of the
first part by deed from W. B. Jones and Ima C. Jones, his wife, dated December 1 , 1964 and of
record in Deee Book 763, page 164 of the aforesaid Clerk's Office .
Section 2.
The following condition voluntarily proffered shall apply in addition to the regulations contained
in Chapter 106 of The Code of the City of Salem:
The use of the property will be limited to the following:
1. This property will only be utilized as a parking lot.
All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance be and the same
are hereby repealed.
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect ten (10) days after its final passage.
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
H. Hunter Holliday –
William D. Jones –
Byron Randolph Foley –
James W. Wallace III –
Renée F. Turk –
Passed:
Effective:
/s/ Renée F. Turk
Mayor
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Item #6A
Date: 7/10/2023
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: July 10, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Request to appropriate additional state and local funding for
the Apperson Drive Bridge Project
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
In February 2019, federal funds of $1,902,744, state funds of $1,302,030, and local funds
of $160,165 were awarded and appropriated for the Apperson Drive Bridge project. Due
to significant inflation subsequent to the original appropriation date, additional state
funding was allocated to complete the project. Additional state funding totaling $3,497,070
has been awarded for the project as follows: State of Good Repair funding of $1,555,107,
Urban funding of $3,203, and Revenue Sharing funding of $1,938,760. The Revenue
Sharing funding requires a 50% local match of $1,938,760. Additional local funds of
$983,682 are estimated to be needed to complete the project. Total additional local funds
needed are $2,922,442. General Fund reserves will be used to cover the local funding
needed.
A total of $9,784,451 has been allocated to the project, which will be used to replace the
superstructure of the bridge, repair the substructure, add a 10-foot greenway on the south
side of the bridge, and remove the sidewalk on the north side of the bridge.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The additional state and local funds will allow the City to replace and repair the Apperson
Drive Bridge.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
City staff recommends accepting the additional State of Good Repair state funding of
$1,555,107, Urban state funding of $3,203, and Revenue Sharing state funding of
$1,938,760 and appropriating the additional state and local funding in the General Fund
and Capital Projects Fund as outlined in the attached breakdown of transactio n details.
Apperson Drive Bridge Replacement Revised Appendix A 6/20/23
Council Meeting 7/10/23
Funding Type Type
Original
Budget
10/18/18
Revised
Budget
6/20/23 Difference
Federal Formula STP Federal 12,364.00 12,364.00 ‐
Federal Formula STP State Match State 3,092.00 3,092.00 ‐
Urban Federal Funds Federal 1,557,866.00 1,557,866.00 ‐
Urban Match State 259,886.00 263,089.00 3,203.00
Urban State Funds State 66,358.00 66,358.00 ‐
Urban Match (Primary Formula) State 90,634.00 90,634.00
Urban Local Match Local 40,301.00 37,409.00 (2,892.00)
Transportation Alternatives Federal 332,514.00 332,514.00 ‐
Transportation Alternatives Local Match Local 83,128.00 83,128.00 ‐
Primary Formula State State 17,974.00 17,974.00 ‐
SGR ‐Bridge State 864,086.00 2,419,193.00 1,555,107.00
Revenue Sharing State Match State 1,938,760.00 1,938,760.00
Revenue Sharing Local Match Local 1,938,760.00 1,938,760.00
Local Funds Local 1,023,310.00 1,023,310.00
Appendix A Total 3,328,203.00 9,784,451.00 6,456,248.00
Additional Local Local 36,736.00 ‐ (36,736.00)
Budget 3,364,939.00 9,784,451.00 6,419,512.00
Federal 1,902,744.00 1,902,744.00 ‐
State 1,302,030.00 4,799,100.00 3,497,070.00
Local 160,165.00 3,082,607.00 2,922,442.00
Budget 3,364,939.00 9,784,451.00 6,419,512.00
Budget Amendment
10‐012‐0100‐40200 Designation of Beginning Fund Balance 2,922,442.00
10‐012‐9100‐59410 Transfer to Capital Projects 2,922,442.00
20‐012‐0200‐49905 Transfer From General Fund ‐ Capital Projects 2,922,442.00
20‐012‐0200‐48495 State Grants ‐ Capital Projects 3,497,070.00
20‐042‐0205‐54411 Apperson Drive Bridge Replacement 6,419,512.00
Budget Entry
Date GL Account Account Name
Increase/
(Decrease) Description
7/10/2023 10‐012‐0100‐40200 Designation of Beginning Fund Balance 2,922,442 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate Addl State and Local Funds to Apperson Dr Bridge
7/10/2023 10‐012‐9100‐59410 Transfer to Capital Projects 2,922,442 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate Addl State and Local Funds to Apperson Dr Bridge
7/10/2023 20‐012‐0200‐49905 Transfer From General Fund ‐ Capital Projects 2,922,442 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate Addl State and Local Funds to Apperson Dr Bridge
7/10/2023 20‐012‐0200‐48495 State Grants ‐ Capital Projects 3,497,070 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate Addl State and Local Funds to Apperson Dr Bridge
7/10/2023 20‐042‐0205‐54411 Apperson Drive Bridge Replacement 6,419,512 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate Addl State and Local Funds to Apperson Dr Bridge
Item #6B
Date: 7/10/2023
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: July 10, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Request to accept and appropriate Green Grant funds
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan
Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The City of Salem has been awarded $1,000 in Green Grant funds as part of the “Keep
Virginia Beautiful” and its 13th Annual Green Grants Program. Funds will be used to
increase the acreage of naturalized areas for pollinators on public land by converting
existing turf grass to a working native prairie at Longwood Park. Educational signage will
also be posted to provide information on the value of having a wildflower area in the park.
No local match is required. Grant funds were received at the end of June 2023 so
beginning fund balance will be appropriated in fiscal year 2024 to cover grant
expenditures.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Proceeds from the grant will fund the project that is not including in the operating budget.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Appropriate $1,000 in the Designation of Beginning Fund Balance account, 10 -012-0100-
40200 and increase the grant expenditure account, 10-018-7250-55957 by $1,000.
Budget Entry
Date GL Account Account Name
Increase/
(Decrease)Description
7/10/2023 10‐012‐0100‐40200 Designation Of Beginning Fund Balance 1,000 Appropriate Green Grant Funds per 7/10 council action
7/10/2023 10‐018‐7250‐55957 Grants ‐ Other Costs 1,000 Appropriate Green Grant Funds per 7/10 council action
Item #6C
Date: 7/10/2023
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: July 10, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Request to Appropriate General Fund Reserves for repairs to
Bridge #1800 (Apperson near Cook Drive) and to replace an
ambulance (Medic 803)
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Bridge #1800 on Apperson Drive over the Roanoke River near Cook Drive needs repair to
two sidewalks, an existing waterline on the upstream overhang, and an existing gas line on
the downstream overhang. Total costs for the project are estimated at $682,432, including
$74,772 for design and $607,660 for construction. Design costs of $74,772 were
appropriated on February 22, 2023 from highway maintenance state funding; however,
these funds need to be re-appropriated in the General Fund in fiscal year 2024. The
General Fund fiscal year 2024 adopted budget includes $300,000 of highway maintenance
state funding for the construction of this project. General Fund reserves will be used to
cover the additional $307,660 needed to complete construction.
In 2024, Ambulance Medic 803 will be 10 years old. Replacement of Medic 803 will allow
the Fire Department to adhere to their vehicle replacement plan of replacing frontline
service vehicles every ten years with reserve service for five years. General Fund reserves
will be used to replace Medic 803 at a cost of $385,000. This vehicle was included on the
approved capital outlay report in the budget for fiscal year 2024.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Appropriating capital reserve will allow for completion of construction work at Bridge #1800
on Apperson Drive and replacement of Ambulance Medic 803.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends appropriating $692,660 to the Designation of Beginning Fund Balance
account 10-012-0100-40200, $385,000 to the Motor Vehicle and Equipment account 10-
032-3210-58004 for the Fire Department, and $307,660 to the Transfer to Capital Projects
account 10-012-9100-59410 in the General Fund.
Staff recommends re-appropriating $74,772 of highway maintenance state funding to the
Designation of Beginning Fund Balance account 10-012-0100-40200 and to the Transfer to
Capital Projects highway maintenance account 10-018-4006-59410 in the General Fund.
Staff recommends appropriating $607,660 to the Transfer from General Fund account 20-
012-0200-49905 and to the Apperson Drive Bridge Repairs #1800 a ccount 20-042-0205-
54419 in the Capital Projects Fund.
Budget Entry
Date GL Account Account Name
Increase/
(Decrease) Description
7/10/2023 10‐012‐0100‐40200 Designation of Beginning Fund Balance 692,660 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate General Fund Reserve Bridge #1800 & Ambulance
7/10/2023 10‐032‐3210‐58004 Motor Vehicles And Equipment 385,000 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate General Fund Reserve Bridge #1800 & Ambulance
7/10/2023 10‐012‐9100‐59410 Transfer to Capital Projects 307,660 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate General Fund Reserve Bridge #1800 & Ambulance
7/10/2023 20‐012‐0200‐49905 Transfer From General Fund ‐ Capital Projects 607,660 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate General Fund Reserve Bridge #1800 & Ambulance
7/10/2023 20‐042‐0205‐54419 Apperson Drive Bridge Repairs #1800 607,660 Council 7/10 ‐ Appropriate General Fund Reserve Bridge #1800 & Ambulance
7/10/2023 10‐012‐0100‐40200 Designation of Beginning Fund Balance 74,772 Council 7/10 ‐ Re‐appropriate Highway Maintenance for Bridge #1800 Design
7/10/2023 10‐018‐4006‐59410 Transfer to Capital Projects 74,772 Council 7/10 ‐ Re‐appropriate Highway Maintenance for Bridge #1800 Design
Item #6D
Date: 7/10/2023
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: July 10, 2024
AGENDA ITEM: Request appropriation of proceeds from the sale of
equipment.
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The City sells equipment that is no longer used on GovDeals, which is an on-line auction
established specifically for governments to use to dispose of surplus equipment. The
Street Department accumulated $37,000 in GovDeal proceeds that weren’t spent in fiscal
year 2023. Proceeds need to be reappropriated to purchase equipment in fiscal year
2024.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Proceeds from the sale of equipment will be used to purchase new Street equipment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends appropriating revenue of $37,000 to account 10-012-0100-40200,
Designation of Beginning Fund Balance, and increase the expenditure budget for account
10-018-4200-58001, Machinery & Equipment, by $37,000.
Budget Entry
Date GL Account Account Name
Increase/
(Decrease)Description
7/10/2023 10‐012‐0100‐40200 Designation Of Beginning Fund Balance 37,000 Appropriate Streets GovDeals Proceeds per 7/10 council action
7/10/2023 10‐018‐4200‐58001 Machinery And Equipment 37,000 Appropriate Streets GovDeals Proceeds per 7/10 council action
Item # 6E
Date: 7/10/2023
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: July 10, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Consider authorizing the transfer of funds from contingency to
the Salem Public Schools.
SUBMITTED BY: Jay Taliaferro, City Manager
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
As discussed in previous work sessions, the Schools requested the City approve an additional
transfer amount of $1,098,231 for FY24 to address specific budgetary needs. This amount
was budgeted in the City’s FY24 budget as a contingency line item for potential transfer to the
Schools if approved by Council.
The School Board’s current adopted FY24 budget is out of balance by this amount pending
authorization to transfer these funds.
Attached is additional information provided for reference by Superintendent Dr. Curtis Hicks
related to the use of these funds.
Jay,
Here is a breakdown of the additional $1,098,231 appropriation we are requesting from the
City. We are hopeful that the state will eventually approve a budget that includes a 7% raise for
all employees. If that is the case, $500K will provide the local share of the 7% raise.
As you are aware, the state only provides funding for SOQ-funded positions. The $500K is the
necessary amount to fund the raise for all employees. If the state approves a reduced budget
that only provides a 5% raise, we will use any remaining portion of the $500K to increase the
raise beyond 5% for teachers. This will likely result in an approximate 6% raise for teachers and
5% for all other employees.
We also need approximately $450K to add the positions listed below. Our schools and our
students are changing. We have significantly more mental health and behavioral concerns, and
more students who qualify for special education services. These positions will help address
these issues and will support higher levels of student achievement, in addition to addressing
routine driver and custodial needs. This amount would have been considerably higher but we
also cut several positions resulting in approximately $400K in savings.
Coordinator of Alternative Education
3.5 Special Education Teachers
3 Student Support Specialists
3 Classroom Teachers
Speech Language Pathologist
BCBA position
Partial funding for 2 School-Based Mental Health positions
Bus Driver
Custodian at Fieldhouse
The remaining $200K consists of approximately $100K for necessary technology upgrades and
$100K for insurance increases.
In summary, we are requesting $1.1M consisting of $500K for the local portion of a 7% raise,
$450K for new positions, $100K for technology upgrades, and $100K for insurance increases.
If the final state budget provides any additional funding, thereby reducing the amount necessary
to meet the needs outlined above, the school division will work with the city administration to
return any excess funds to the city.
I am happy to attend the meeting or can be available ahead of the meeting if any council
members have any questions.
Curtis Hicks, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Salem City Schools
Item # 6F
Date: 7/10/2023
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: July 10, 2023
AGENDA ITEM: Consider setting bond for physical improvements and erosion
and sediment control and landscaping for West Main Storage
SUBMITTED BY: Chuck Van Allman, Director of Community Development
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The City Engineer’s office has reviewed the estimate for physical improvements and erosion
and sediment control and landscaping for West Main Street Storage located at 1630 West
Main Street.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the project be bonded in the amount of $18,813.00 for a time frame
for completion set at twelve (12) months.
Item #6G
Date: 7/10/2023
July 10, 2023
Council of the City of Salem
Salem, Virginia 24153
Dear Council Members:
For your information, I am listing appointments and vacancies on various boards and commissions:
Board or Commission
Recommendation
Personnel Board Recommend re- appointing Margaret Humphrey and J. Chris
Conner for two-year terms ending August 12, 2025.
Roanoke River Blueway Advisory Committee Recommend appointing Jeff Ceasar to complete a two-year
term ending June 30, 2024.
Vacancies
Board of Appeals (USBC) Need one alternate, five-year term
Roanoke River Blueway Advisory Committee Need one member, two-year term
Sincerely,
Laura Lea Harris
Laura Lea Harris
Deputy Clerk of Council
CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
July 10, 2023
MEMBER EXPIRATION OF TERM
BLUE RIDGE BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE
Term of Office: 3 years (3 terms only)
Ann Tripp 12-31-24
Rev. C. Todd Hester 12-31-25
Dr. Forest Jones 12-31-23
AT LARGE MEMBERS:
Patrick Kenney 12-31-25
Helen Ferguson 12-31-23
Bobby Russell 12-31-24
BOARD OF APPEALS (USBC BUILDING CODE)
Term of Office: 5 years
John R. Hildebrand 1-01-26
Robert S. Fry, III 1-01-28
David A. Botts 1-01-25
Nathan Routt 5-11-25
Joseph Driscoll 1-01-28
ALTERNATES:
David Hodges 12-12-26
Chelsea Dyer 8-09-25
Vacant
BOARD OF EQUALIZATION OF REAL ESTATE
ASSESSMENTS
Term of Office: 3 years (appointed by Circuit Court)
Wendel Ingram 11-30-24
N. Jackson Beamer, III 11-30-24
David A. Prosser 11-30-25
Janie Whitlow 11-30-23
Kathy Fitzgerald 11-30-24
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
Term of Office: 5 years (appointed by Circuit Court)
F. Van Gresham 3-20-27
Frank Sellers 3-30-28
Winston J. DuBois 6-05-24
Gary Lynn Eanes 3-20-25
Tom Copenhaver 3-20-27
ALTERNATES:
Tony Rippee 10-12-23
Jeff Zoller 3-1-28
Steve Belanger 11-13-23
CHIEF LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS (CLEO)
CONSORTIUM
No Term Limit
H, Hunter Holliday
Alternate: James E. Taliaferro, II
MEMBER EXPIRATION OF TERM
CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
John Shaner No term limit
COMMUNITY POLICY AND MANAGEMENT TEAM
No term limit except for Private Provider
(Names) (Alternates)
Rosie Jordan Tammy Todd
Laura Lea Harris Crystal W illiams
Jasmin Lawson Kevin Meeks
Cathy Brown Sarah Watkins Howard Shumate
Leigh Frazier Courtenay Alleyne
Heather Gunn Chris Park
Mark Chadwick
Parent Rep-Vacant Vacant
Shannon Brabham Joyce Earl
Randy Jennings Deborah Coker
Darryl Helems Mandy Hall
Derek Weeks Danny Crouse
Health Dept. - Vacant Vacant
W endel Cook Jessica Cook
*Note: Rosie Jordan will serve as Fiscal Agent
For the City of Salem
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Term of Office: 4 years (Requires Oath of Office)
William Q. Mongan 3-09-27
Paul C. Kuhnel 3-09-24
J. David Robbins 3-09-24
Cindy Shelor 4-10-25
Macel Janoschka 3-09-25
Sean B. Kosmann 12-14-24
Clark “Rob” Robinson Jr. 12-14-24
FAIR HOUSING BOARD
Term of Office: 3 years
Betty Waldron 7-01-25
Melton Johnson 7-01-26
Cole Keister 8-09-24
Pat Dew 3-01-24
Janie Whitlow 4-09-24
MEMBER EXPIRATION OF TERM
FINE ARTS COMMISSION (INACTIVE)
Term of Office: 4 years
Cameron Vest 5-01-15
Julie E. Bailey Hamilton 5-01-15
Brenda B. Bower 7-26-12
Vicki Daulton 10-26-12
Hamp Maxwell 10-26-12
Fred Campbell 5-01-13
Rosemary A. Saul 10-26-13
Rhonda M. Hale 10-12-14
Brandi B. Bailey 10-12-14
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES
LOCAL OFFICE ON AGING
Term of Office: 3 years
John P. Shaner 3-01-24
Partnership for a Livable Roanoke Valley
Term of Office: Unlimited
James E. Taliaferro, II
PERSONNEL BOARD
Term of Office: 2 years
William R. Shepherd 6-09-25
J. Chris Conner 8-12-23
Margaret Humphrey 8-12-23
Garry Lautenschlager 11-23-24
Teresa Sizemore-Hernandez 4-26-25
PLANNING COMMISSION AND
NPDES CITIZENS' COMMITTEE
Term of Office: 4 years
Neil Conner 7-31-26
Denise “Dee” King 7-31-26
Vicki Daulton 7-26-23
Reid Garst 7-31-26
N. Jackson Beamer 8-28-23
REAL ESTATE TAX RELIEF REVIEW BOARD
Term of Office: 3 years
David G. Brittain 2-14-25
Wendel Ingram 6-11-24
Daniel L. Hart 2-14-24
ROANOKE REGIONAL AIRPORT COMMISSION
Term of Office: 4 years
Dale T. Guidry 7-1-24
ROANOKE RIVER BLUEWAY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Term of Office: 2 years
Jeff Ceasar 6-30-24
Vacant 6-30-25
MEMBER EXPIRATION OF TERM
ROANOKE VALLEY-ALLEGHANY REGIONAL
COMMISSION
Term of Office: 3 years
H. Hunter Holliday 6-30-24
Dee King 6-30-26
James W. Wallace, III 6-30-24
ROANOKE VALLEY BROADBAND AUTHORITY
Term of Office: 4 years
James E. Taliaferro, II 12-14-23
Mike McEvoy (Citizen At-large) 12-13-25
ROANOKE VALLEY DETENTION COMMISSION
No Terms
Member Alternate
James Taliaferro Rosemarie Jordan
ROANOKE VALLEY GREENW AY COMMISSION
Term of Office: 3 years
Dr. Steven L. Powers 11-08-24
Russ Craighead 7-25-25
Skip Lautenschlager 9-26-23
ROANOKE VALLEY RESOURCE AUTHORITY
Term of Office: 4 years
Rob Light 12-31-23
ROANOKE VALLEY TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
ORGANIZATION (TPO) POLICY BOARD
Term of Office: 3 years
Renee F. Turk 6-30-26
H. Hunter Holliday 6-30-26
Alternate: Byron R. Foley 6-30-26
SCHOOL BOARD OF THE CITY OF SALEM
Term of Office: 3 years
Nancy Bradley 12-31-24
Teresa Sizemore-Hernandez 12-31-24
Andy Raines 12-31-25
Stacey Danstrom 12-31-25
David Preston 12-31-23
SOCIAL SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD
Term of Office: 4 years, 2 term limit
Heath Rickmond 12-01-26
TOTAL ACTION FOR PROGRESS
Term of Office: 2 years
Byr on Randolph Foley 11-13-23
(vacant - full-time alternate) 11-13-21
MEMBER EXPIRATION OF TERM
TRANSPORTATION TECHNICAL COMMITTEE (TTC)
Term of office: 3 years
Crystal Williams 6-30-26
Josh Pratt 6-30-26
Alternate: James E. Taliaferro, II 6-30-26
Alternate: Max Dillon 6-30-26
VIRGINIA W ESTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE LOCAL
ADVISORY
Term of Office: 4 years (2 term s only)
Dr. Forest I. Jones, Jr. 6-30-26
VIRGINIA’S BLUE RIDGE BOARD
Term of Office:
James E. Taliaferro, II
WESTERN VIRGINIA EMERGENCY MEDICAL
SERVICES COUNCIL
Term of office: 3 years
Deputy Chief Matt Rickman 12-31-25
WESTERN VIRGINIA REGIONAL INDUSTRIAL
FACILITY AUTHORITY
Term of Office: 4 years (Requires Oath of Office)
James E. Taliaferro, II 2-3-26
H. Robert Light 2-3-24
Crystal Williams(Alternate for Taliaferro) 2-3-26
vacant (Alternate for Light) 2-3-24
WESTERN VIRGINIA REGIONAL JAIL AUTHORITY
Term of Office: 1 year – Expires 12-31-23
(Requires Oath of Office)
W illiam D. Jones
Alternate: Byron R. Foley
James E. Taliaferro, II
Alternate: Rosemarie Jordan
April M. Staton
Alternate: Chief Deputy-Major Steve Garber