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Agenda
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 6:30 PM
Work Session, 5:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem, Virginia 24153
Regular Session, 6:30 PM, City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem, Virginia 24153
WORK SESSION
1. Call to Order
2. New Business
A. Discussion Items
1) Review proposed Code changes
2) Discussion on proposed Comprehensive Plan
3. Adjournment
REGULAR SESSION
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Bid Opening, Awards, Recognitions
4. Consent Agenda
A. Citizen Comments
Comments from the public, limited to five minutes, not already having a public hearing
at the same meeting.
B. Minutes
Consider acceptance of the September 8, 2025, Regular Meeting minutes and the
September 29, 2025, Special Work Session/Retreat minutes.
C. Financial Reports
Consider acceptance of the Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the two months
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ending August 2025.
5. Old Business
6. New Business
A. Salem City School Board
Hold a public hearing to receive the views of citizens within the School Division
regarding the School Board appointments for the expiring terms ending December 31,
2025, of two members of the City of Salem School Board. (As advertised in the
September 4, 2025, issue of the Salem-Times Register).
B. Vacation of Right-of-Way
Consider ordinance on first reading permanently vacating and disposing of an
approximate 1/10-acre unimproved dead-end section of Penguin Lane (Public hearing
was held at the September 8, 2025, meeting).
C. Administrative Calendar for 2026
Consider adoption of the Administrative Calendar for 2026
D. Salem Band Boosters
Consider request from the Salem Band Boosters for a donation ($6,193.39) equal to
the amount of admissions tax paid in connection with the annual Drum Corps
International Summer Music Games competition held on July 30, 2025, at the Salem
Stadium.
E. Appropriation of Funds
Request to re-appropriate funding for various capital items. Audit- Finance Committee
7. Closed Session
Hold a closed session in accordance with the following section of the 1950 Code of
Virginia, as amended:
Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1) for discussion of a personnel matter pertaining to prospective
candidates for School Board and Economic Development Authority appointments.
8. Adjournment
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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Monday, September 8, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Regular Session, 6:30 PM, City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem, Virginia 24153
WORK SESSION
WORK SESSION IS CANCELLED FOR SEPTEMBER 8, 2025
REGULAR SESSION
1.Call to Order
A regular meeting of the Council of the City of Salem, Virginia, was called to order at
6:30 p.m., there being present the following members to wit: Renée Ferris Turk,
Mayor; Anne Marie Green, Vice-Mayor; Councilmembers: Byron Randolph Foley,
Hunter Holliday (participated remotely for part of the meeting and was unable to
continue when his phone lost service), and John Saunders; with Renée Ferris Turk,
Mayor, presiding together with Chris Dorsey, City Manager; Rob Light, Assistant City
Manager and Clerk of Council; Chuck Van Allman, Director of Community
Development; Mike Stevens, Director of Communications; and Jim Guynn, City
Attorney.
2.Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Turk requested that Mr. Light read a request from Councilman Holliday to
participate remotely in this meeting.
Mr. Light noted that Councilman Holliday asked him to read the following request on
his behalf: "In accordance with Section 2.2-3708.3 B(4) of the Code of the
Commonwealth of Virginia and the Remote Participation Policy of the City of Salem, I
hereby request to participate remotely due to a personal matter, specifically that I am
out of town."
Randy Foley motioned to accept the remote participation of Councilman Holliday.
Anne Marie Green seconded the motion.
Item #4.B
Date: 10/14/2025
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Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Abstaining: Hunter Holliday
3. Bid Opening, Awards, Recognitions
A. Recognition of Constitution Week and Fort Lewis Chapter of NSDAR
Present Proclamation to Adele G. Morris, Chapter Regent of the Fort Lewis
Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
(NSDAR) in recognition of Constitution Week 2025.
Mayor Turk recognized Constitution Week 2025 and the Fort Lewis Chapter of the
National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR). Mayor Turk
asked that Adele Morris, Chapter Regent of the Fort Lewis Chapter of the NSDAR,
and other Chapter members come forward while she read the Proclamation aloud.
Mike Stevens took pictures of the group with Council. Council thanked the group for
all of their work. Mayor Turk emphasized the many hours that this group devotes to
volunteer work. She also noted the Laying of the Wreaths that occurs in December at
East Hill and East Hill North Cemeteries. Mayor Turk noted that September 17th at
4:00 p.m. is the time that people generally ring bells to celebrate the signing of the
Constitution.
4. Consent Agenda
A. Citizen Comments
Comments from the public, limited to five minutes, on matters not already
having a public hearing at the same meeting.
Kimber Boris, President, and Jaelin Vernon, Executive Vice -President, 400 Spartan
Drive, addressed Council on behalf of the Salem High School Chapter of DECA. Also
with them were the Chapter's Advisors, Kris Harless and Reid Garst. Ms. Boris and
Ms. Vernon presented an overview of the school's DECA chapter, an international
organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance,
hospitality, and management. The chapter is part of a larger network of
approximately 300,000 high school members across 4,200 chapters. They shared
specific details with Council on membership; competitions that they participate in at
the district, state, and international levels; community service projects; and other
events that the chapter participates in. The student-run Spartan Spirit Store earned
gold certification at state and international levels for the past two years and was
recognized by the School Board in 2024.
Mayor Turk asked if the students were still able to earn credit for working a job after
school hours.
Ms. Boris responded that the DECA students are encouraged to complete at least 10
hours of work in the school store. Additionally, participation in the National Honor
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Society may also be counted toward this requirement.
Council expressed appreciation for their hard work and their place in the school
system.
Ms. Boris noted that volunteers were welcome to serve as judges in the mock
competitions held by the DECA club and that those interested could email Advisors
Kris Harless and Reid Garst.
Stella Reinhard, 213 N. Broad Street, addressed Council with a series of suggestions
related to planning and processes, property development, and community
engagement. Although the comments were originally framed as a "Top 10" list, Ms.
Reinhard acknowledged that this was a work in progress and that she would be
submitting detailed notes for further review. She suggested early resident
involvement, the use of protective covenants, strategic planning for remaining open
spaces, and redevelopment of blighted properties.
B. Minutes
Consider acceptance of the August 25, 2025, Regular Meeting minutes.
The minutes were approved as written.
5. Old Business
There was no Old Business this evening.
6. New Business
A. Vacation of Right-of-Way
Hold a public hearing on the request of Marvin and Kristen Loyd to vacate an
approximate 1/10-acre unimproved dead-end section of Penguin Lane. (As
advertised in the August 28 and 29, 2025, issues of Cardinal News.)
Mr. Light provided background information on this request. He informed Council that
the Loyds have purchased a vacant property at 393 Penguin Lane that is
approximately 9.8 acres. This lot is a remnant parcel from Hanging Rock Orchards. It
was intended that potentially there would be future development of the neighborhood
there as the right-of-way extends fairly deep into the property. Also, there is an 8 -inch
water line that extends for future development. The Loyds intend to build a single-
family home. In consulting with Mr. Van Allman and Mr. Gwynn, a lot of site work
needs to be done, which really could not be done in the City's right -of-way. It was
decided that the best route would be for them to request a vacation of the right -of-
way to accomplish their goal because they need to tie in a driveway to access
it. Some fairly significant grading is required. It is yet to be determined whether the
water line will need to be lowered or moved as well. Mr. Light also noted that from
past right-of-way vacations, at times council has appointed viewers. The
responsibility of viewers would be to evaluate and report any inconvenience that
would result from discontinuing the right-of-way; however, appointing viewers is
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wholly at the discretion of counsel and upon application of anyone. In this case, the
plat is a dead-end road section that is tying in a driveway. Staff doesn't feel that
viewers are appropriate in this case. If this were a through right-of-way that was being
closed or something similar, viewers would most likely be appointed. Staff's request
would be to hold the public hearing and then staff would come back at a future
meeting after evaluating with all our public works and public safety personnel and
make a recommendation.
Mayor Turk opened the public hearing.
Marvin and Kristen Loyd, 208 Northern Trail, noted that Mr. Light had explained the
situation and that basically they are requesting to vacate an unimproved dead -end
section of Penguin Lane to build their family home.
Mayor Turk closed the public hearing and noted that no vote would be taken on this
item this evening.
B. Special Exception Permit
Hold a public hearing to consider the request of Brill Holdings, LLC, property
owner, for the issuance of a special exception permit in accordance with Sec.
106-314.2 (D) (5) of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to allow non -residential
outdoor uses such as restaurant operations and live music events for the
property located at 1507-1511 Eddy Avenue (Tax Map #183-3-10).
(Advertised in the August 21 and 28, 2025, issues of The Salem Times-
Register.) (The Planning Commission recommended approval with a 5-0 vote
with the conditions that any program would end at 9:00 p.m. and that any
outdoor events that include amplification would not occur more than once in a
7-day period.)
Mayor Turk asked Mr. Van Allman if there was any new information on this request.
Mr. Van Allman responded that no new information either pro or con had been
received, that a good discussion had been held at the Planning Commission meeting,
and that all information was recorded in the Planning Commission minutes.
Mayor Turk opened the public hearing.
Maggie Brill, 1507 Eddy Avenue, Single-member LLC Brill Holdings, noted that she
would be opening the Dilly Dally in a couple of weeks and thanked Council for their
consideration of her request.
Mayor Turk closed the public hearing.
Randy Foley motioned to approve the special exception permit in accordance with
Sec. 106-314.2 (D) (5) of the Salem Zoning Ordinance to allow non-residential
outdoor uses such as restaurant operations and live music events for the property
located at 1507-1511 Eddy Avenue (Tax Map #183-3-10). with the conditions that any
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program would end at 9:00 p.m. and that any outdoor events that include
amplification would not occur more than once in a seven-day period. John Saunders
seconded the motion.
Vice-Mayor Green asked to clarify the condition that outdoor events including
amplification not occurring more than one in a seven -day period in light of the
discussion and application indicated that events would be held every two weeks.
Discussion was held on this distinction, with Mr. Guynn and Mr. Van Allman providing
input. Mr. Light clarified that his interpretation was that Ms. Brill intended to have this
type of event only every 14 days; however, out of concern that this could grow into
something larger, the more frequent number of seven days was included as a
safeguard in case she decided to have these events more frequently as time passed.
Further discussion was held, and Mayor Turk requested that Ms. Brill come forward
for clarification.
Ms. Brill noted that when she applied for this Special Exception Permit, she just
applied to have this type of event every other week, as she did not wish to disturb the
neighborhood. She indicated that she did not currently wish to hold these events
more frequently.
Vice-Mayor Green requested further clarification as the condition did not match the
application.
Further discussion was held on this condition. Mr. Guynn noted that the application
itself was for every two weeks; however, the condition that was approved by the
Planning Commission was for every seven days. He added that this condition
covered everything.
Mayor Turk clarified that the condition added by the Planning Commission was for
seven days regardless of what the petitioner applied for, and covers both.
Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Hunter Holliday (Mr. Holliday's phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
C. Authorization of Officials for Membership in the PJM Interconnection
L.L.C.
Consider the adoption of Resolution 1511 authorizing officials for the City of
Salem for membership in PJM Interconnection L.L.C.
Mayor Turk asked Mr. Dorsey if he had any information to share on this item.
Mr. Dorsey noted that Mr. A.K. Briele would address this item. He added that this
was dealing with a transition in how the City sources electrical power. Rather than
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continuing to rely on contracts with traditional providers such as AEP, the City will
begin purchasing power independently, similar to operations conducted by major
electric utility companies. This move positions the City as a large-scale power
distributor and requires several procedural steps to join the appropriate organizations
that enable bulk power purchasing.
A.K. Briele, Director of the Electric Department, provided an update on the power
purchase contract previously authorized by Council, which will take effect in June of
next year. Under the agreement, the City will begin purchasing power directly. Due to
market fluctuations and the potential for over- or under-purchasing, the City will need
to buy or sell small amounts of power on the open market on a near-daily basis. To
facilitate this, the City must become a member of PJM Interconnection, the regional
transmission organization that coordinates wholesale electricity movement. The
membership process involves extensive paperwork and the designation of City
representatives for various roles to ensure proper communication and decision -
making within PJM.
Mayor Turk noted that City staff had been working on this for more than two years.
Mr. Briele confirmed this and noted that they had been working with Blue Ridge
Power and GDS Associates, the consultant in this process, and that this was the next
step in the process.
Anne Marie Green motioned to accept the staff recommendation to approve
Resolution 1511 as part of the membership application with PJM Interconnection,
LLC. Randy Foley seconded the motion.
Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Hunter Holliday (Mr. Holliday’s phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
D. Performance Agreement Amendment - Salem Body Shop, LLC
Consider approval of the amended performance agreement related to Salem
Body Shop, LLC.
Mayor Turk requested that Tommy Miller, Director of Economic Development, come
forward and share information on this item.
Mr. Miller provided an update regarding the 2017 loan and performance agreement
with Salem Body Shop LLC, which was amended in 2019. The agreement supported
the successful redevelopment of the former Salem Body Shop into a mixed -use
property, including short-term housing, a boutique hotel, and two ground-floor
restaurants. The current owners now intend to sell the property and have id entified a
buyer. As part of the sale, the existing loan and performance agreement will be
transferred. The proposed amendment updates the agreement to reflect the
ownership change while maintaining its association with Salem Body Shop LLC.
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Additionally, the revised agreement reduces the restaurant requirement from two to
one. Council is being asked to review and approve these amendments.
Randy Foley motioned to approve the amended performance agreement related to
Salem Body Shop, LLC. John Saunders seconded the motion.
Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Hunter Holliday (Mr. Holliday’s phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
E. Appropriation of Funds
Request to amend the School Operating Fund budget as approved by the
School Board on August 12, 2025.
Mr. Dorsey informed Council that the school division is finalizing its end -of-year
budget and has identified funding deficiencies in the transportation category. To
address this, the schools are reallocating $200,000 from various instructional
accounts to transportation. The adjustment will cover expenses related to software,
bus driver compensation, and maintenance needs. A copy of the detailed budget
transfer was provided to Council for review.
John Saunders motioned to amend the School Operating Fund budget as approved
by the School Board on August 12, 2025. Anne Marie Green seconded the motion.
Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Hunter Holliday (Mr. Holliday’s phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
F. Strategic Reallocation of Fire and EMS Capital Apparatus and
Equipment Funds.
Consider authorizing the reallocation of approved funding for Fire and EMS
Department capital apparatus and equipment. Audit-Finance Committee
Stephen Simon, Fire Chief, presented a comprehensive assessment of the Fire
Department's current apparatus, staffing models, and facility needs, marking his
120th day with the City. Over his initial months, the Chief identified three priority
areas: personnel engagement, fleet condition, and facility planning. He conducted
individual interviews with all full-time staff, engaged retirees and volunteers, and is
planning to return during the next budget cycle to address facility needs. He noted
that his goal this evening was to discuss their current apparatus fleet
recommendations for the future and how these impact and improve the Capital
Improvement Plan. He shared a fleet review and apparatus life cycle. Some of the
key details noted were:
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• Fire apparatus have a standard lifespan of 20–25 years; frontline trucks
typically serve 15 years, with an additional 5–10 years in reserve status.
• The current Ladder truck (2016 ladder truck) has 76,000 miles and has
experienced significant wear due to high EMS call volume and use in tight
urban areas. Originally intended as a reserve truck, it was used as a frontline
unit.
• Tower truck (1996) and an older engine (2000) have exceeded useful life and
cannot be feasibly refurbished.
• Ambulances generally have a 7–10-year frontline life; two units (2003, 2010)
are at end-of-life. Two replacements are expected in January.
Chief Simon also discussed a specific staffing model and the concept of mutual
aid. He recommended returning to a cross-staffing model (one crew for both an
engine and a ladder truck at Station 1), which was used successfully in the past. He
confirmed continued support and mutual aid cooperation from Roanoke City and
County. Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Adjustments were made. Recommended
purchases were as follows:
• Refurbishment of Current Ladder truck (split between local and manufacturer -
certified facilities)
• Two new fire engines – $1.9 million
• One additional ambulance – $400,000
• One swift water rescue boat with trailer – $50,000
• Two cardiac monitors (pending 50/50 state grant) – $100,000
• Staff vehicle – $80,000
Chief Simon continued by sharing projected cost savings and deferrals. He noted a
CIP reduction of approximately $1.9 million across FY27–FY29. Also noted were the
deferral of a future ambulance and cardiac monitor purchases. In addition, this plan
would improve reserve apparatus availability and reduce maintenance costs. He
shared that the Fire Department would be applying for a Rescue Squad Assistance
Fund (RSAF) grant by September 15 to partially fund cardiac monitors and
ambulance equipment.
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The Chief's recommendations aim to modernize the Fire Department fleet, reduce
long-term capital costs, and enhance service delivery without requiring additional full-
time staffing. Council members commended the thoroughness of the presentation.
Mayor Turk asked if there were any modifications that would need to be made after
the ambulances were delivered from the manufacturer.
Chief Simon responded that upon delivery, the new fire apparatus will be nearly fully
outfitted, requiring only minor final preparations. Radios will be installed by the
Roanoke County Communications Shop, and department personnel will undergo
training due to differences in vehicle design and operation. The turnaround time for
placing the vehicle into service is expected to be quick. Final outfitting will include
installation of equipment, with additional purchases (e.g., hose connectors,
appliances, and hose) funded through Department of Fire Programs funding. Where
appropriate, existing equipment such as air packs that are still within their usable
lifecycle will be transferred from surplus vehicles.
Randy Foley motioned to approve the reallocation of $2,400,000 in the Capital
Reserve Fund for the purchase of one ladder truck and authorization to purchase two
fire engines, one ambulance, a vehicle for the training captain and a portion of the
purchase price for the swift water boat and trailer. Additionally, the reallocation and
authorization of capital funded in the Fire Department operating budget to cover the
cost of refurbishing the current ladder truck and to pay for the remaining purchase
price for the swift water boat and trailer. Anne Marie Green seconded the motion.
Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Hunter Holliday (Mr. Holliday’s phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
G. Appropriation of Funds
Request to appropriate Downtown Improvement Reserve in the Capital
Projects Fund. Audit - Finance Committee
Local funding of $52,740 was included in the General Fund fiscal year 2025 operating
budget for the Downtown Plan. Per directive of the City Manager, these funds were
transferred to the Capital Projects Fund to become part of the Downtown
Improvements Reserve to fund future Downtown improvement projects.
Randy Foley motioned to appropriate $52,740 to the Transfer from General Fund
revenue account and to the Downtown Improvements Reserve expenditure account.
John Saunders seconded the motion.
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Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Holliday (Mr. Holliday’s phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
H. Appropriation of Funds
Request to appropriate funding from the Virginia Fire Programs Fund and
reappropriate Fire Donation revenue. Audit - Finance Committee
Each year, the City receives funding from the Virginia Fire Programs Fund, which
must be spent in accordance with state guidelines. The City will be receiving $12,860
more than budgeted, which needs to be appropriated.
The Fire Department also receives donations for Fire and EMS on an ongoing
basis. Donation funds totaling $15,972 have accumulated and need to be
appropriated. Funding of $12,829 will be used to purchase personal protective
equipment for firefighters and $3,143 will be used to purchase medical equipment
and supplies.
Randy Foley motioned to appropriate $15,972 from fund balance to the Fire
Donations account. In addition, appropriate $12,860 in the budget for the Fire
Programs State Grant Revenue account and Fire Programs State Grant Expenditure
account. John Saunders seconded the motion.
Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Hunter Holliday (Mr. Holliday’s phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
I. Appropriation of Funds
Request to reappropriate funding for the Civic Center Planning
Consultant. Audit - Finance Committee
In a previous fiscal year, funding of $150,000 was budgeted for a Civic Center
Planning Consultant. The City has completed interviews and is ready to proceed with
executing a contract. Funding needs to be reappropriated from Civic Center net
position.
Randy Foley motioned to reappropriate and increase the budget in the Appropriated
from Net Position account by $150,000 and increase the budget in the Other
Professional Services account by $150,000. Anne Marie Green seconded the motion.
Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Hunter Holliday (Mr. Holliday’s phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
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7. Closed Session
Hold a closed session in accordance with the following sections of the 1950
Code of Virginia, as amended:
1. Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3) for discussion or consideration of the
acquisition of real property for a public purpose, or 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. Section 2.2-3711 (A)(7) for consultation 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.
Anne Marie Green motioned that, in accordance with Section 2.2‐3711 A of the 1950
Code of Virginia, as amended, Council hereby convenes to closed session at 7:30
p.m. for the purpose of discussing the following specific matters:
1. Section 2.2-3711 (A)(3) for discussion or consideration of the acquisition of real
property for a public purpose, or 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. Section 2.2-3711 (A)(7) for consultation 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. John Saunders seconded the motion.
Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Hunter Holliday (Mr. Holliday’s phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
Anne Marie Green motioned to reconvene at 8:01 p.m. in accordance with Section
2.2‐3712 D. of the Code of Virginia, 1950 as amended to date. Council certifies that in
closed session only items lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements under
the Virginia Freedom of Information Act and only such items identified in the motion
by which the closed session was convened were heard, discussed, or considered by
the Council. Randy Foley seconded the motion.
Ayes: John Saunders, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Absent: Hunter Holliday (Mr. Holliday’s phone lost service)
Abstaining: None
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8. Adjournment
Submitted by: Approved by:
H. Robert Light Renée Ferris Turk
Clerk of Council Mayor
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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Monday, September 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The Preserve at Crooked Run, 1356 Camp Fincastle Lane, Fincastle, VA 24090 -3464
1. Call to Order
Roll Call
A special work session/retreat of the Council of the City of Salem, Virginia, was held
at the Preserve at Crooked Run, 1356 Camp Fincastle Lane, Fincastle, VA, 24090 -
3464, on September 29, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., there being present the following
members of said Council, to wit: Renée F. Turk, Mayor; Anne Marie Green, Vice
Mayor; Council members: Byron Randolph Foley, Hunter Holliday, and John
Saunders; with Renée F. Turk, Mayor, presiding; together with Chris Dorsey, City
Manager; Rob Light, Assistant City Manager and Clerk of Council; Crystal L.
Williams, Assistant to the City Manager; Laura Lea Harris, Deputy City Clerk; Thomas
Miller, Director of Economic Development (joined remotely for a portion of the work
session); and Peter Stephenson, AICP, Local Government Specialist, Virginia Risk
Sharing Association; 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/retreat and called the meeting to order; and
2. New Business
Mr. Light requested that the agenda be amended in order to hold a Closed Session
Session in accordance with Section 2.2-3711 A(7) of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as
amended, for consultation 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.
Randy Foley motioned to amend the agenda to add a Closed Session. John
Saunders seconded the motion.
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Ayes: John Saunders, Hunter Holliday, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Abstaining: None
Council Discussion on Goals and Objectives
Salem City Council met to work on the prioritization of goals and objectives of
Council. Peter Stephenson, Local Government Specialist with the Virginia Risk
Sharing Association facilitated the discussion.
The Closed Session was held at 11:00 a.m..
3. Closed Session
Hold a closed session in accordance with Section 2.2-3711 A(7) of the 1950 Code
of Virginia, as amended, for consultation 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.
Anne Marie Green motioned to that, in accordance with Section 2.2 -3711 A (7) of the
1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, Council hereby convenes to closed session at
11:00 a.m. for the purpose of discussing the following specific matter: Consultation
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. Randy Foley
seconded the motion.
Ayes: None
Nays: None
Abstaining: None
Anne Marie Green motioned to reconvene at 11:32 a.m. in accordance with Section
2.2- 3712 D. of the Code of Virginia, 1950 as amended to date, Council certifies that
in closed session only items lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements
under the Virginia Freedom of Info. Randy Foley seconded the motion.
Ayes: John Saunders, Hunter Holliday, Randy Foley, Anne Marie Green, Renee Turk
Nays: None
Abstaining: None
The Work Session continued with prioritization of goals and objectives by Council.
4. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Council, the special work
session/retreat was adjourned at 2:59 p.m
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Submitted by: Approved by:
H. Robert Light Renée Ferris Turk
Clerk of Council Mayor
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Schedule A
Current Year Current Year % of Prior Year
Budget Year to Date Budget Year to Date Variance
Revenue:
Beginning Balance 7-1-25 6,866,278$ -$ 0%-$ -$
General Property Taxes 55,392,153 791,266 1%629,036 162,230
Other Local Taxes 29,773,315 1,033,305 3%1,200,071 (166,766)
Permits and Licenses 368,940 93,726 25%57,666 36,060
Fines and Forfeitures 120,000 9,667 8%11,790 (2,123)
Revenue from Use of Money and Property 6,397,291 1,033,483 16%1,226,464 (192,981)
Charges for Services 3,973,647 387,978 10%430,047 (42,069)
Payment in Lieu of Taxes from Electric Fund 3,160,000 526,667 17%526,667 -
Payment in Lieu of Taxes from Water Fund 154,000 24,863 16%24,159 704
Miscellaneous Revenue 425,713 59,870 14%39,651 20,219
Non-Categorical Aid 3,590,803 43,460 1%22,761 20,699
Shared Expenses 2,005,871 135,477 7%138,951 (3,474)
Categorical Aid 11,903,343 460,321 4%501,126 (40,805)
Non-Revenue Receipts - - 0%11,845 (11,845)
Proceeds from Indebtedness 54,000 - 0%- -
Total Revenue 124,185,354 4,600,082 4%4,820,234 (220,152)
Expenditures:
General Government 15,571,983 2,759,846 18%2,221,592 538,254
Judicial Administration 3,501,599 487,372 14%473,493 13,879
Public Safety 26,520,429 4,189,009 16%4,034,441 154,568
Public Works 19,111,545 1,868,186 10%1,644,612 223,574
Health and Welfare 9,850,176 851,020 9%706,719 144,301
Education 26,948,396 5,237,346 19%5,168,600 68,746
Parks, Recreation and Cultural 9,270,392 1,506,679 16%1,606,448 (99,769)
Community Development 4,646,291 1,052,084 23%704,117 347,967
Interest on long-term debt 524,815 - 0%- -
Transfers Out 6,893,326 1,849,481 27%435,804 1,413,677
Contingency 1,346,402 - 0%- -
Total Expenditures 124,185,354 19,801,023 16%16,995,826 2,805,197
Revenue Over/(Under) Expenditures -$ (15,200,941)$ (12,175,592)$ (3,025,349)$
City of Salem, Virginia
General Fund
Statement of Revenue and Expenditures
For Two Months Ending August 31, 2025
Page 18 of 49
Schedule B
-
50,000.00
100,000.00
150,000.00
200,000.00
250,000.00
300,000.00
350,000.00
400,000.00
450,000.00
500,000.00
550,000.00
600,000.00
650,000.00
700,000.00
750,000.00
800,000.00
850,000.00
900,000.00
950,000.00
1,000,000.00
1,050,000.00
July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
City of Salem
Sales Tax Summary
For Fiscal Years 2023 -2026
FY 2023 FY 2024 FY 2025 FY 2026
Page 19 of 49
Schedule C
50,000.00
100,000.00
150,000.00
200,000.00
250,000.00
300,000.00
350,000.00
400,000.00
450,000.00
500,000.00
550,000.00
600,000.00
650,000.00
700,000.00
750,000.00
July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
City of Salem
Meals Tax Summary
For Fiscal Years 2023 -2026
FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026
Page 20 of 49
Schedule D
-
25,000.00
50,000.00
75,000.00
100,000.00
125,000.00
150,000.00
175,000.00
200,000.00
225,000.00
250,000.00
275,000.00
300,000.00
July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
City of Salem
Lodging Tax Summary
For Fiscal Years 2023 -2026
FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2026
Page 21 of 49
City of Salem, Virginia
Debt Outstanding
For Period Ending August 31, 2025
Schedule E
Balance Principal Balance
7/1/2025 Issuances Payments 8/31/2025
City Debt Outstanding
2013 Public Improvement Bonds 798,700$ -$ (89,425)$ 709,275$
2016B Public Improvement Bonds 150,694 - - 150,694
2019 Public Improvement Bonds 3,850,000 - - 3,850,000
2020 Public Improvement Bonds 1,450,000 - - 1,450,000
2020 Public Improvement Refunding Bonds 3,797,874 - - 3,797,874
2021 Public Improvement Refunding Bonds 799,000 - - 799,000
2022B Public Improvement Bonds 13,323,000 - - 13,323,000
Total City Debt Outstanding 24,169,268 - (89,425) 24,079,843
School Debt Outstanding
2012A Public Improvement Bonds 3,818,000 - (477,250) 3,340,750
2013 Public Improvement Bonds 2,461,300 - (275,575) 2,185,725
2020 Public Improvement Bonds 22,340,000 - - 22,340,000
Total School Debt Outstanding 28,619,300 - (752,825) 27,866,475
Total Debt Outstanding 52,788,568$ -$ (842,250)$ 51,946,318$
Page 22 of 49
City of Salem, Virginia
Capital Projects Fund
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
For Period Ending August 31, 2025
Schedule F
Project Total Available Year To
Budget To Date Encumbrances Project Balance Date
Fund Balance, July 1, 2025 11,843,156$
Revenues:
Federal Grants 21,254,536$ 6,694,819$ -$ 6,694,819$ 14,559,717$ -$
State Grants 15,644,267 7,083,550 - 7,083,550 8,560,717 -
Proceeds From Debt Issuance - - - - - -
Interest Income - - - - - -
Transfer From General Fund 16,005,764 16,058,502 - 16,058,502 (52,738) 1,403,700
Total Revenues 52,904,567 29,836,871 - 29,836,871 23,067,696 1,403,700
Expenditures:
Fire Station #2 Renovations & Storage Building 1,930,143 1,500,576 308,908 1,809,484 120,659 270,137
Fire Station #1 Renovations 654,000 8,826 - 8,826 645,174 -
Fire Station #3 Renovations 454,000 7,051 - 7,051 446,949 -
Fire Station Study 150,000 - - - 150,000 -
Old Animal Shelter Refurbishment 75,000 - - - 75,000 -
Colorado St Bridge Replacement 11,778,826 7,221,218 303,611 7,524,829 4,253,997 506,687
Apperson Drive Bridge Replacement 10,329,896 2,701,782 6,080,093 8,781,875 1,548,021 385,843
Valleydale Streetscape Improvements 1,500,000 552,909 - 552,909 947,091 -
Upland Drive Storm Drain and Curb & Gutter 250,000 - - - 250,000 -
4th Street/Union Street Storm Sewer Upgrades 650,000 - 47,610 47,610 602,390 -
Roanoke Boulevard Storm Drain Upgrades 100,000 - - - 100,000 -
Texas Street/Idaho Street Pond 100,000 - - - 100,000 -
Bainbridge Drive Storm Drain Expansion 225,000 - - - 225,000 -
Truck Storage Building 750,000 33,275 1,025 34,300 715,700 225
Pedestrian Crossings 469,464 23,706 37,094 60,800 408,664 23,706
Streambank Stabilization 241,200 - - - 241,200 -
Courthouse Foundation Repairs 25,000 - - - 25,000 -
Western Roanoke River Greenway 50,000 1,500 - 1,500 48,500 -
Elizabeth Campus Greenway 2,252,578 618,808 194,375 813,183 1,439,395 23,241
Moyer Sports Complex Renovation 229,344 219,520 - 219,520 9,824 62,454
Mason Creek Greenway Phase 3 3,119,430 388,165 121,428 509,593 2,609,837 11,093
Library Flooring Replacement 190,000 - - - 190,000 -
Library Co-working Space 155,000 - - - 155,000 -
Library Lawn Special Events Space 500,000 - - - 500,000 -
Library Renovation 250,000 - - - 250,000 -
Roanoke River Greenway - Apperson to Cook 2,121,155 - - - 2,121,155 -
Concourse Public Restrooms Renovation 175,000 - - - 175,000 -
Elizabeth Campus Greenway Phase 2 71,500 71,500 - 71,500 - -
Downtown Impr - E Main St/Market St 5,440,677 4,436,604 36,146 4,472,750 967,927 -
Downtown Impr - E Main St/White Oak 2,311,825 87,961 7,535 95,496 2,216,329 -
Downtown Impr - College Ave 3,256,307 - - - 3,256,307 -
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City of Salem, Virginia
Capital Projects Fund
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
For Period Ending August 31, 2025
Schedule F
Project Total Available Year To
Budget To Date Encumbrances Project Balance Date
Downtown Impr - Boulevard 250,000 - - - 250,000 -
Capital Projects Local Reserve 1,132,513 - - - 1,132,513 -
Downtown Improvements Reserve 390,350 - - - 390,350 -
Excess Local Funding Reserve 1,326,359 - - - 1,326,359 -
Total Expenditures 52,904,567$ 17,873,401$ 7,137,825$ 25,011,226$ 27,893,341$ 1,283,386
Fund Balance, August 31, 2025 11,963,470$
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City of Salem, Virginia
Capital Reserve Fund
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
For Period Ending August 31, 2025
Schedule G
Project Total Available Year To
Budget To Date Encumbrances Project Balance Date
Fund Balance, July 1, 2025 21,945,583$
Revenues:
Transfer From General Fund 22,192,716$ 22,192,716$ -$ 22,192,716$ 0$ -$
Total Revenues 22,192,716 22,192,716 - 22,192,716 0 -
Expenditures:
Capital Reserve 18,276,216 - - - 18,276,216 -
Fire Ladder Truck 2,400,000 - - - 2,400,000 -
Police Vehicle Replacement 548,100 45,381 418,545 463,926 84,174 45,381
Salem Stadium Scoreboard Replacement 200,000 200,000 - 200,000 - 121,382
Spartan Field - New LED Lights 518,400 - - - 518,400 -
Civic Center Scoreboard Replacement 250,000 225,907 - 225,907 24,093 57,392
Total Expenditures 22,192,716$ 471,288$ 418,545$ 889,833$ 21,302,883$ 224,155
Fund Balance, August 31, 2025 21,721,428$
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Schedule H
Operating Revenues
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
% of
Budget
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Sale of Power 52,914,865$ 10,466,463$ 20%10,240,734$ 225,729$
Other Electric Revenue 640,905 72,064 11%64,829 7,235
Gain on Sale of Assets - 210 0%- 210
Reserve for Encumbrances 1,169,307 - 0%- -
Appropriated from Net Position 200,000 - 0%- -
Total Operating Revenues 54,925,077 10,538,737 19%10,305,563 233,174
.
Operating Expenses
Other Power Generation - Operation 125,000 16,337 13%18,695 (2,358)
Other Power Generation - Maintenance 112,024 12,329 11%22,271 (9,942)
Purchased Power 29,730,000 5,249,483 18%5,893,104 (643,621)
Transmission - Operation 9,705,233 1,554,449 16%1,605,928 (51,479)
Transmission - Maintenance 47,902 543 1%498 45
Distribution - Operations 1,248,983 193,167 15%185,093 8,074
Distribution - Maintenance 1,732,617 258,081 15%227,554 30,527
Customer Service 739,842 99,103 13%103,787 (4,684)
Administration & General - Operation 2,592,211 68,079 3%(9,018) 77,097
Administration & General - Maintenance 256,694 87,077 34%93,597 (6,520)
Depreciation - 293,042 0%292,715 327
Capital 4,878,180 1,325,123 27%(164,449) 1,489,572
Contingency 596,391 - 0%- -
Total Operating Expenses 51,765,077 9,156,813 18%8,269,775 887,038
Income (loss) Before Transfers 3,160,000 1,381,924 2,035,788 (653,864)
Transfers (Payment in Lieu of Taxes)(3,160,000) (526,667) 17%(526,667) -
Income (loss)-$ 855,257$ 1,509,121$ (653,864)$ Income (loss)-$ 1,710,514$ 3,018,242$ (1,307,728)$
City of Salem, Virginia
Electric Fund
Statement of Operations
For Two Months Ending August 31, 2025
Page 26 of 49
Schedule I
Operating Revenues
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
% of
Budget
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Services 8,761,544$ 1,499,203$ 17%1,489,473$ 9,730$
Other Revenue 501,000 268,978 54%64,662 204,316
Water Federal Grants Revenue 12,000 - 0%- -
Reserve for Encumbrances 288,019 - 0%- -
Appropriated from Net Position 2,620,000 - 0%- -
Total Operating Revenues 12,182,563 1,768,181 15%1,554,135 214,046
.
Operating Expenses
Salaries of Personnel 1,174,952 168,901 14%155,279 13,622
Fringe Benefits 517,726 75,961 15%73,336 2,625
Contractual Services 744,706 85,795 12%74,044 11,751
Printing and Binding 2,500 - 0%- -
Advertising 1,000 - 0%- -
Utilities 567,772 93,104 16%91,664 1,440
Communications 5,900 564 10%648 (84)
Insurance 36,500 1,786 5%1,786 -
Travel and Training 9,800 2,894 30%408 2,486
Miscellaneous 80,297 34,723 43%34,384 339
Materials and Supplies 359,381 39,261 11%58,707 (19,446)
Depreciation - 145,453 0%143,708 1,745
Capital 272,243 17,056 6%69,245 (52,189)
Interest Obligations - (20,657) 0%- (20,657)
Contingency 264,676 - 0%- -
Total Production Expenses 4,037,453 644,841 16%703,209 (58,368)
Salaries of Personnel 883,400 131,857 15%128,435 3,422
Fringe Benefits 407,397 59,088 15%62,720 (3,632)
Contractual Services 1,244,033 206,889 17%183,278 23,611
Printing and Binding 500 - 0%- -
Communications 4,850 528 11%1,326 (798)
Insurance 37,500 - 0%- -
Lease/Rent of Equipment 2,000 - 0%250 (250)
Travel and Training 7,600 389 5%178 211
Miscellaneous 34,597 6,465 19%6,390 75
Miscellaneous Credits (290,000) (72,364) 25%(67,924) (4,440)
Materials and Supplies 191,528 50,315 26%16,802 33,513
Depreciation - 38,727 0%38,368 359
Capital 176,857 32,050 18%545,692 (513,642)
Interest Obligations 1,742,848 (26,853) -2%(31,973) 5,120
Total Distribution Expenses 4,443,110 427,091 10%883,542 (456,451)
Income (loss) Before Transfers 3,702,000 696,249 (32,616)728,865
Transfer to Water Capital Fund (3,548,000)- 0%- -
Transfer (Payment in Lieu of Taxes)(154,000)(24,863) 16%(24,159) (704)
Income (loss)-$ 671,386$ (56,775)$ 728,161$ -
Production
Distribution
City of Salem, Virginia
Water Fund
Statement of Operations
For Two Months Ending August 31, 2025
Page 27 of 49
Schedule J
Operating Revenues
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
% of
Budget
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Services 7,706,888$ 1,277,078$ 17%1,278,226$ (1,148)$
Other Revenue 210,000 37,830 18%21,552 16,278
Reserve for Encumbrances 136,525 - 0%- -
Total Operating Revenues 8,053,413 1,314,908 16%1,299,778 15,130
.
Operating Expenses
Salaries of Personnel 1,027,292 119,611 12%124,598 (4,987)
Fringe Benefits 480,351 58,373 12%61,431 (3,058)
Contractual Services 3,565,295 450,229 13%411,488 38,741
Printing and Binding 1,500 - 0%- -
Advertising 1,500 - 0%- -
Utilities 5,472 715 13%579 136
Communications 14,850 1,882 13%2,315 (433)
Insurance 16,500 - 0%- -
Lease/Rent of Equipment 1,800 - 0%250 (250)
Travel and Training 12,000 524 4%1,517 (993)
Miscellaneous 44,516 9,091 20%8,889 202
Miscellaneous Credits (270,000) (28,909) 11%(34,701) 5,792
Materials and Supplies 88,220 5,882 7%8,414 (2,532)
Depreciation - 239,885 0%240,352 (467)
Capital 166,161 13,946 8%29,391 (15,445)
Interest Obligations 1,932,079 2,383 0%1,777 606
Contingency 485,877 - 0%- -
Total Operating Expenses 7,573,413 873,612 12%856,300 17,312
Income (loss) before Transfers 480,000 441,296 443,478 (2,182)
Transfer to Sewer Capital Fund (480,000) - 0%- -
Income (loss)-$ 441,296$ 443,478$ (2,182)$
City of Salem, Virginia
Sewer Fund
Statement of Operations
For Two Months Ending August 31, 2025
Page 28 of 49
Schedule K
Operating Revenues
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
% of
Budget
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Shows/rentals 405,023$ 46,393$ 11%55,329$ (8,936)$
Box office shows 1,887,681 809,593 43%2,349 807,244
Merchandise and commissions 310,800 62,499 20%12,630 49,869
Static advertising 60,000 8,875 15%5,875 3,000
Miscellaneous income 20,000 4,989 25%763 4,226
Interest Income 1,500 847 56%62 785
Salem Fair 690,000 596,530 86%672,481 (75,951)
Reserve For Encumbrances 167,256 - 0%- -
Total Operating Revenues 3,542,260 1,529,726 43%749,489 780,237
Operating Expenses
Salaries of personnel 1,472,247 298,353 20%269,469 28,884
Fringe benefits 554,190 89,115 16%79,872 9,243
Maintenance and contractual services 256,834 60,926 24%26,402 34,524
Printing and binding 500 247 49%- 247
Advertising 25,000 1,813 7%6,019 (4,206)
Utilities 427,363 95,028 22%103,141 (8,113)
Communications 11,400 1,778 16%1,681 97
Insurance 32,000 - 0%- -
Leases and Rentals 3,200 2,639 82%2,639 -
Travel and training 53,700 21,769 41%- 21,769
Miscellaneous 108,260 25,647 24%25,504 143
Show expense 1,800,000 543,435 30%14,983 528,452
Fair expense 646,681 544,318 84%400,237 144,081
Materials and supplies 50,000 5,111 10%6,920 (1,809)
Capital 754,241 100,871 13%- 100,871
Depreciation - 52,947 0%49,218 3,729
Total Operating Expenses 6,195,616 1,843,997 30%986,085 857,912
Income (loss) Before Transfers (2,653,356)(314,271) (236,596)(77,675)
Transfers 2,653,356 339,309 13%327,941 11,368
Income (loss)-$ 25,038$ 91,345$ (66,307)$ 0.00
City of Salem, Virginia
Salem Civic Center
Statement of Operations
For Two Months Ending August 31, 2025
Page 29 of 49
Schedule L
Operating Revenues:
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date % of Budget
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Catering 764,000$ 237,752$ 31%76,996$ 160,756$
Concessions 177,500 27,230 15%7,080 20,150
Moyer Concessions 100,000 43,055 43%19,402 23,653
Salem High Concessions 14,000 2,825 20%1,148 1,677
Reserve For Encumbrances 74,210 - 0%- -
Total Operating Revenues 1,129,710 310,862 28%104,626 206,236
Operating Expenses:
Salaries of personnel 354,775 55,792 16%46,094 9,698
Fringe benefits 108,831 14,688 13%14,634 54
Contractual services 33,465 1,017 3%2,417 (1,400)
Printing and binding 300 - 0%- -
Advertising 2,000 - 0%- -
Laundry and Cleaning 1,500 - 0%- -
Communications 200 32 16%32 -
Insurance 2,000 - 0%- -
Miscellaneous 40,612 9,926 24%5,576 4,350
Materials and supplies 247,500 65,194 26%26,730 38,464
Capital 74,210 - 0%- -
Depreciation - 595 0%574 21
Contingency 36,261 - 0%- -
Total Catering Expenses 901,654 147,244 16%96,057 51,187
Salaries of Personnel 65,183 9,791 15%9,351 440
Fringe Benefits 13,001 1,655 13%1,347 308
Contractual services 25,000 6,464 26%- 6,464
Miscellaneous 150 67 45%(26) 93
Materials and Supplies 54,500 8,013 15%1,035 6,978
Total Concessions Expenses 157,834 25,990 16%11,707 14,283
Salaries of Personnel 37,740 9,297 25%5,578 3,719
Fringe Benefits 11,713 2,064 18%1,530 534
Contractual services 22,500 2,742 12%6,450 (3,708)
Miscellaneous - (10) 0%161 (171)
Materials and Supplies 33,000 12,002 36%3,405 8,597
Total Moyer Expenses 104,953 26,095 25%17,124 8,971
Salaries of Personnel 10,818 300 3%245 55
Fringe Benefits 2,679 109 4%84 25
Contractual 1,500 - 0%- -
Materials and Supplies 3,400 739 22%89 650
Total Salem High Expenses 18,397 1,148 6%418 730
Income (loss) Before Transfers (53,128)110,385 (20,680)131,065
Transfers 53,128 - 0%- -
Income (loss)-$ 110,385$ (20,680)$ 131,065$
Moyer Concessions
Salem High Concessions
City of Salem, Virginia
Salem Catering and Concessions
Statement of Operations
For Two Months Ending August 31, 2025
Catering
Concessions
Page 30 of 49
City of Salem, Virginia
Water and Sewer Capital Funds
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
For Period Ending August 31, 2025
Schedule M
Project Total Available Year To
Budget To Date Encumbrances Project Balance Date
Water Capital Fund
Expenditures:
North Salem Water Improvements 7,650,000 16,045 39,908 55,953 7,594,047 -
Well Construction 2,792,843 1,503,666 1,284,464 2,788,130 4,713 (36,637)
Franklin St Water Tank Replacement 677,432 545,569 59,667 605,236 72,196 (34,008)
Blackwood Tank Rehab and Replacement 820,000 - - - 820,000 -
Litchell/Wildwood Pump Station Replace 350,000 - - - 350,000 -
Waterline Design and Replacement 1,396,446 - 170,880 170,880 1,225,566 -
Contingency 50,000 - - - 50,000 -
Total Expenditures 13,736,721$ 2,065,280$ 1,554,919$ 3,620,199$ 10,116,522$
Sewer Capital Fund
Expenditures:
Roanoke River Upper Sewer Rehab 7,154,710 - - - 7,154,710 -
Wiley Ct Sewer Improvements 375,000 - - - 375,000 -
Pomeroy Sewer System Upgrade 1,860,000 8,100 54,900 63,000 1,797,000 8,100
Mason Creek Interceptor Upgrade 740,000 26,771 683,771 710,542 29,458 -
Contingency 50,000 - - - 50,000 -
Total Expenditures 10,179,710$ 34,871$ 738,671$ 773,542$ 9,406,168$
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Schedule N
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
Percent
to Date
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Beginning Net Position -$ 8,151,291$ 9,399,213$ (1,247,922)$
Revenue
Premiums Paid - City 6,153,355 493,196 8% 491,988 1,208
Premiums Paid - School 5,175,000 389,748 8% 418,903 (29,155)
Premiums Paid - Retirees 830,000 165,013 20% 129,324 35,689
Dental Premiums Paid 597,000 52,267 9% 52,715 (448)
Interest Earnings 470,000 - 0% - -
Miscellaneous 24,789 - 0% 1,574 (1,574)
Total Year to Date Revenues 13,250,144 1,100,224 8% 1,094,504 5,720
Expenses
Health Claims 12,025,936 1,236,112 10% 1,283,230 (47,118)
Dental Claims 597,000 61,194 10% 51,055 10,139
Employee Health Clinic 531,258 44,839 8% 38,304 6,535
Consulting Services 91,050 9,459 10% 11,376 (1,917)
Miscellaneous 4,900 4,764 97% 4,408 356
Total Year to Date Expenses 13,250,144 1,356,368 10% 1,388,373 (32,005)
Ending Net Position -$ 7,895,147$ 9,105,344$ (1,210,197)$
City of Salem, Virginia
Health Insurance Fund
Statement of Revenues and Expenses
For One Month Ending July 31, 2025
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City of Salem, Virginia
Schedule of Deposits and Investments
For Period Ending August 31, 2025
Schedule O
FV as a
Cash Value Net Change Fair Value % of
8/31/2025 in Fair Value 8/31/2025 Portfolio
Demand & Time Deposits
Concentration Account 47,721,070$ -$ 47,721,070$ 28.2%
Payroll Account 10,398 - 10,398 0.0%
Revenue Recovery Account 14,054 - 14,054 0.0%
Utility Billing Account 64,292 - 64,292 0.0%
Box Office Account 2,669,612 - 2,669,612 1.6%
Held as Fiscal Agent of:
Cardinal Academy 1,104,175 - 1,104,175 0.7%
Court Community Corrections 1,373,615 - 1,373,615 0.8%
Held on Behalf of:
Economic Development Authority 97,783 - 97,783 0.1%
Total Demand & Time Deposits 53,054,999 - 53,054,999 31.4%
Investments
Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP) 114,001,032 - 114,001,032 67.6%
VA State Non-Arbitrage Program (SNAP) 1,479,793 - 1,479,793 0.9%
Held on Behalf of:
Economic Development Authority LGIP 701,168 - 701,168 0.4%
Total Investment 116,181,993 - 116,181,993 68.9%
Total Deposits and Investment 169,236,992$ -$ 169,236,992$ 100.3%
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Item #: 6.A.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: October 14, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Salem City School Board
Hold a public hearing to receive the views of citizens within
the School Division regarding the School Board
appointments for the expiring terms ending December 31,
2025, of two members of the City of Salem School Board.
(As advertised in the September 4, 2025, issue of the
Salem-Times Register).
SUBMITTED BY: Chris Dorsey, City Manager
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
City Council is holding a public hearing pursuant to section 22.1-29.1 of the Code of
Virginia as amended to receive citizen views regarding filling the expiring terms ending
December 31, 2025, of Andy Raines and Stacey Danstrom for the City of Salem
School Board.
As advertised in the Thursday, September 4th edition of the Salem Times-Register, all
candidates seeking appointment were requested to submit a letter of interest and
resume prior to the end of this public hearing. However, in all cases the names of all
candidates for consideration must be expressed by the closing of the public hearing.
FISCAL IMPACT:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends Council conduct a public hearing on this item.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Item 6A 10-14-25 Legal Ad 9.4.2025
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Item #: 6.B.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: October 14, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Vacation of Right-of-Way
Consider ordinance on first reading permanently vacating
and disposing of an approximate 1/10-acre unimproved
dead-end section of Penguin Lane (Public hearing was held
at the September 8, 2025, meeting).
SUBMITTED BY: Rob Light, Assistant City Manager/Clerk of Council
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The City of Salem received a request from Marvin and Kristen Loyd to vacate an
approximate 1/10 acre unimproved dead-end section of Penguin Lane. The right of
way is bounded by tax parcel 10-1-3 to the north and east, tax parcel 11-2-1 to the
south and the west by the intercept of tax parcel 10-1-3.7 eastern property line to the
southern right of way of Penguin Lane.
City staff has reviewed the request. Staff has determined that this section of right of
way exists for the potential future expansion of this subdivision on the @9.77 acre
parcel now owned by the Loyd's based on the following factors:
1. The proposed right of way vacation area extends @175 feet beyond the paved
section of Penguin Lane.
2. The existence of a previous right of way section that connected to the area
requested for vacation (vacated by Council ordinance in 2017).
3. The location of an 8-inch water line extending well into the proposed vacation area.
The Loyd's recently purchased their parcel to build their home and require access for
their driveway to the improved portion of Penguin Lane. Upon consultation with
Community Development and the City Attorney, due to the amount of site work
necessary as a result of the length and topography of the unimproved right of way
section, it is in the best legal interest of the City that the Loyd's pursue formal vacation.
Based on the Loyd's intended use for the property, this section of right of way is no
longer necessary. Additionally, access to Penguin Lane is needed in order to improve
this vacant parcel.
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Staff recommends that two conditions be included should Council grant approval of
this vacation:
1. The City will cap off and abandon the section of water line extending into the
vacated right of way. The City shall have no further obligation or responsibility
for this abandoned line.
2. The grantee(s) shall submit a subdivision plat to the City for preliminary
approval. Such plat shall combine all properties which would otherwise dispose
of the land within the right of way to be vacated in a manner consistent with
law. Upon preliminary approval, a certified copy of the ordinance of vacation
shall be recorded by the City as deeds are recorded and indexed in the name
of the City. Subsequent to recording the ordinance of vacation, final approval
of the grantee(s) subdivision plat will be granted. The grantee(s) shall have
thirty (30) days from the date of final plat approval to record such plat with the
Clerk of Circuit Court for the City of Salem.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The area vacated will become taxable real estate and is no longer needed by the City
for the original intended purpose. Additionally, vacation will enable improvements to a
now vacant parcel.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends Council approve the request and adopt the ordinance on first reading
with the following conditions:
1. The City will cap off and abandon the section of water line extending into the
vacated right of way. The City shall have no further obligation or responsibility
for this abandoned line.
2. The grantee(s) shall submit a subdivision plat to the City for preliminary approval.
Such plat shall combine all properties which would otherwise dispose of the land
within the right of way to be vacated in a manner consistent with law. Upon
preliminary approval, a certified copy of the ordinance of vacation shall be
recorded by the City as deeds are recorded and indexed in the name of the City.
Subsequent to recording the ordinance of vacation, final approval of the
grantee(s) subdivision plat will be granted. The grantee(s) shall have thirty (30)
days from the date of final plat approval to record such plat with the Clerk of
Circuit Court for the City of Salem.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1. Item 6B 10-14-25 Letter of Request
2. Item 6B 10-14-25 Legal Ad
3. Item 6B 10-14-25 ordinance abandoning Dead-end section of Penguin Lane -
10.2025
4. Item 6B 10-14-25 PENGUIN_LN_ROW_VACATION_rev8-21-2025
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AN ORDINANCE enacted pursuant to the provisions of Section 15.2-2272 of the 1950 Code of
Virginia, as amended, providing for vacating an unimproved dead-end right of way section in the City of
Salem, Virginia.
WHEREAS, Marvin and Krista Loyd submitted an application to the City of Salem pursuant to
Virginia Code Section 15.2-2272 to vacate and dispose of an unimproved approximately 1/10 acre dead-
end right of way section of Penguin Lane; and
WHEREAS, the unimproved dead-end section right of way is bounded by tax parcel 10-1-3 to the
north and east, tax parcel 11-2-1 to the south and the west by the intercept of tax parcel 10-1-3.7 eastern
property line to the southern right of way of Penguin Lane as shown on that certain drawing prepared by
the City of Salem Community Development Department dated August 21, 2025, attached hereto ;and
WHEREAS, the applicant gave proper notice pursuant to Virginia Code Sections 15.2-2272 and
Section 15.2-2204 to the land proprietors affected by the closing of the right of way by causing a public
notice to be published in Cardinal News, an online newspaper published and having general circulation in
the City of Salem, Virginia, such publication having been made twice, with the first notice appearing no
more than 28 days before and the second notice appearing no less than five days before the date of the
meeting referenced in the notice, to-wit; on August 28 and 29, 2025, and such notice specified the time
and place of public hearing to-wit: September 8, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 114
North Broad Street, Salem, Virginia, at which time the public was allowed to present their views
regarding the abandonment, all of which is shown by a Certificate of Publication executed by Cardinal
News and filed with the papers in this proceeding; and
WHEREAS, the Council, after considering the evidence submitted, is of the opinion that vacating
and closing the portion of the right of way described above will not abridge or destroy any of the rights
and privileges of any person, and that no inconvenience would result to anyone therefrom, and it is further
of the opinion that the request of the applicant should be granted, conditioned upon, and subject to:
1. The City will cap off and abandon the section of water line extending into the vacated right of
way. The City shall have no further obligation or responsibility for this abandoned line.
2. The grantee(s) shall submit a subdivision plat to the City for preliminary approval. Such plat
shall combine all properties which would otherwise dispose of the land within the right of way
to be vacated in a manner consistent with law. Upon preliminary approval, a certified copy of
the ordinance of vacation shall be recorded by the City as deeds are recorded and indexed in
the name of the City. Subsequent to recording the ordinance of vacation, final approval of the
grantee(s) subdivision plat will be granted. The grantee(s) shall have thirty (30) days from the
date of final plat approval to record such plat with the Clerk of Circuit Court for the City of
Salem.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA, that subject to the conditions herein, the right of way section is permanently vacated,
discontinued, and closed as provided in Section 15.2-2272 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended to
date; and
All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance shall be and
the same are hereby repealed.
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect ten (10) days after recordation of the deed of public
utility easement referenced above.
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Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John E. Saunders –
H. Hunter Holliday
Byron Randolph Foley –
Anne Marie Green -
Renee F. Turk –
Passed:
Effective:
/s/
Mayor
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council, City of Salem, Virginia
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City of Salem
Engineering and
Building Inspections
Department
21 South Bruffey St.
Salem, VA 24153
(540)375-3032
Drawn By: JLP
Checked By: CEV
Date: 08/21/2025
Drawing Name:
PENGUIN LANE
ROW VACATION
Scale: 1" = 100'
Revisions: -
Sheet No: 1/1Scale: 1"=100'
100 0 100 200 300
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Item #: 6.C.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: October 14, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Administrative Calendar for 2026
Consider adoption of the Administrative Calendar for 2026
SUBMITTED BY: Rob Light, Assistant City Manager/Clerk of Council
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Each year Council approves the City’s Administrative Calendar establishing regular
meeting dates and holiday observances for the upcoming year. Per City Code,
should any regular Council meeting date fall on a day designated as a holiday in the
Code of Virginia, the meeting shall be held on the next day (Tuesday). In 2026, note
that Memorial Day and Columbus Day, recognized by the State Code, fall on regular
Council meeting dates and thus are scheduled on Tuesdays.
FISCAL IMPACT:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the 2026 Administrative Calendar.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Item 6C 10-14-25 2026 Administrative Calendar
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2026 Administrative Calendar
2026 SALEM CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
6:30 P.M., COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
CITY HALL, 114 NORTH BROAD STREET
JANUARY 12 and 26
FEBRUARY 9 and 23
MARCH 9 and 23
APRIL 13 and 27
MAY 11 and 26
JUNE 8 and 22
JULY 13 and 27
AUGUST 10 and 24
SEPTEMBER 14 and 28
OCTOBER 13 and 26
NOVEMBER 9 and 23
DECEMBER 14
Work Sessions, if needed, may be held as part of
the regular Council agenda or separately scheduled
upon posting.
SALEM CITY COUNCIL'S AUDIT-FINANCE
COMMITTEE
Meetings will be scheduled upon posting only if
there are items on the Salem City Council agenda
that need to be reviewed by said committee.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETINGS
Meets the second Tuesday of each month as needed
at 3:00 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall,
114 North Broad Street.
Work Sessions, if needed, may be held as part of
the regular Authority agenda or separately
scheduled upon posting.
2026 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS
6:30 P.M., COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
CITY HALL, 114 NORTH BROAD STREET
JANUARY 14
FEBRUARY 11
MARCH 11
APRIL 15
MAY 13
JUNE 10
JULY 15
AUGUST 12
SEPTEMBER 16
OCTOBER 14
NOVEMBER 12
DECEMBER 16
Work Sessions, if needed, may be held as part of
the regular Commission agenda or separately
scheduled upon posting.
CITY HOLIDAYS
City offices will be closed in observance of the
following Holidays:
January 1 New Year’s Day
January 19 Martin Luther King Day
May 25 Memorial Day
June 19 Juneteenth
July 3 (observed) Independence Day
July 6 Assigned Floating
September 7 Labor Day
November 11 Veterans Day
November 26 Thanksgiving
November 27 Day After Thanksgiving
December 24 Christmas Eve
December 25 Christmas
NOTE: Changes to public meeting dates, times, and
locations will be posted in accordance with the Code
of Virginia.
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Item #: 6.D.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: October 14, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Salem Band Boosters
Consider request from the Salem Band Boosters for a
donation ($6,193.39) equal to the amount of admissions tax
paid in connection with the annual Drum Corps International
Summer Music Games competition held on July 30, 2025, at
the Salem Stadium.
SUBMITTED BY: Chris Dorsey, City Manager
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The Salem Band Boosters filed an Admissions Tax form with a tax payment of
$6,193.39 with the Commissioner of Revenue Office. This amount was based upon
the ticket sales for the annual Drum Corps International Summer Music Games
Competition that was held in the Salem Stadium on July 30, 2025. Historically, Council
has made a donation equal to the tax remittance to support the Band.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The fiscal impact would be $6,193.39.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend approval of the donation.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Band Boosters Request Annual Drum Corps International Summer Music Games
July 2025
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Item #: 6.E.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT CITY HALL
MEETING DATE: October 14, 2025
AGENDA ITEM: Appropriation of Funds
Request to re-appropriate funding for various capital items.
Audit- Finance Committee
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
In previous fiscal years, funds were budgeted for capital items that were not
purchased for various reasons. Attached is a list of projects that need to have funding
reappropriated in fiscal year 2026.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Re-appropriated funds will be used to cover the cost of equipment and projects.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends re-appropriating fund balance of $455,000 to the General Fund, re-
appropriating net position of $56,325 to the Civic Center Fund, and reappropriating net
position of $15,211 to the Health Insurance Fund. Details of the accounts are attached
to this memo showing the projects being covered by each appropriation.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Appropriate carryover 10-14-25
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Project Descriptions - FY2025 Carryover List:
Date GL Account Account Name Increase Description Notes
10/14/2025 10-018-4320-58009 Building Improvements 296,000 Appropriate carryover per 10/14 council action City Hall
10/14/2025 10-028-2180-58009 Building Improvements 3,000 Appropriate carryover per 10/14 council action Sound dampening panels
10/14/2025 10-028-2180-55800 Miscellaneous 6,000 Appropriate carryover per 10/14 council action Carryover funds from calendar sales
10/14/2025 10-042-4110-58014 Infrastructure Improvements 25,000 Appropriate carryover per 10/14 council action Safe Streets Action Plan - grant SS4A
10/14/2025 10-053-7205-58009 Building Improvements 100,000 Appropriate carryover per 10/14 council action
Salem Memorial park - $25,000 for concourse LED lights, $75,000 for safety panels
replacement
10/14/2025 10-053-7210-58009 Building Improvements 25,000 Appropriate carryover per 10/14 council action Salem Stadium - $25,000 for LED lighting in bathrooms, locker rooms and pressboxes
10/14/2025 53-053-0041-58001 Machinery & Equipment 21,325 Appropriate carryover per 10/14 council action $15,000 for ice machine in stand 4; $6,325 for door hardware
10/14/2025 53-053-0041-58009 Building Improvements 35,000 Appropriate carryover per 10/14 council action Concession Stand #2
10/14/2025 65-006-1225-58009 Building Improvements 15,211 Appropriate carryover per 10/14 council action HVAC - health clinic
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