HomeMy WebLinkAbout5/24/2021 - City Council - Agenda -RegularCi ty Council Meeting
A G E N D A
Monday, May 24, 2021, 6:30 PM
Community Room, Salem Civic Center, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, Virginia 24153
1.C all to Order
2.Pledge of Allegiance
3.Bid Openings, Awards, Recognitions
4.C onsent Agenda
A.Minutes
C onsider the acceptance of the minutes for the May 3, 2021 Budget Work Session; May 4, 2021
Budget Work Session; and May 10, 2021 Work Session and Regular Meeting,
B.F inancial Reports
C onsider acceptance of the Statement of Revenues and Expenses for the ten months ending April
30, 2021.
5.Old Business
6.New Business
A.Salem City School Board
Hold a public hearing and receive views of citizens and candidates regarding the appointment to fill
the unexpired term of Michael Chiglinsky (As advertised in the May 14, 2021 issue of The
Roanoke Times.)
B.Special Exception P ermit
Hold public hearing to consider the request of Scott A. Boggs, property owner, for the issuance of
a Special Exception Permit to allow retail sales on the property located at 407 East Burwell Street
(Tax Map # 120-1-5). (As advertised in the May 6 and 13, 2021 issues of the Salem Times-
Register. Recommend approval; See Page 3 of Planning Commission minutes). STA FF
REPO RT
C .Amendment to City Code - Chapter 66
Hold public hearing and consider ordinance on first reading amending Chapter 66, Article I In
General, Section 66-9, Article III C onstruction Location, Division 1 Generally, Section 66-73,
Article IV Permitted Signs by Use and District, Section 66-107, and Article V Definitions, Section
66-151, of the C O D E O F T HE C IT Y O F SALEM, VIRG INIA pertaining to signs. (As
advertised in the May 6 and 13, 2021 issues of the Salem Times-Register. Recommend approval;
see Page 2 of Planning C ommission minutes from April 14, 2021 meeting). STA FF REPO RT
D.Amendment to City Code - Chapter 106Hold public hearing and consider ordinance on first reading amending Chapter 106, Zoning, Article
II District Regulations, Sections 106-204.3(B)1, 106-208.3(B)1, 106-213.3(B)1 pertaining to
single-family dwellings; Article III Use & Design Standards, Section 106-304.5(B)(D) pertaining to
home occupations, Section 106-308 pertaining to office uses, Article IV Development Standards,
Section 106-404.11(A)(E) pertaining to parking, Article V Administration, Sections 106-504(A),
106-514, 106-518 pertaining to zoning permits, enforcement, and civil penalties and Article VI,
Definitions and Use Types, Section 106-602, Use Types, Section 106-602.5 Civic Use Types and
106-602.7 Office Use Types, pertaining to guidance services, medical offices/clinic, and outpatient
mental health and substance abuse clinics of the C O D E O F T HE C IT Y O F SALEM,
VIRG IN IA. (As advertised in the May 6 and 13, 2021 issues of the Salem Times-Register.
Recommend approval; see Page 4 of April 14, 2021 and Page 5 of May 12, 2021 Planning
C ommission minutes). STAFF REPORT
E.Amendment to City Code - Chapter 18
C onsider ordinance on first reading amending C hapter 18, Article II, Building C ode, Section 18-38,
Amendments, and Article VII, Historic Structures, Section 18-657, Maintenance of historic
buildings, pertaining to the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building C ode, and the maintenance of
historic structures of T HE C O D E O F T HE C IT Y OF SA LEM. Recommend approval. S TA FF
REPO RT
F.Amendment to City Code - Chapter 94
C onsider ordinance on first reading to amend, revise, and reordain Chapter 94, Vegetation,
pertaining to nuisances of T HE C O D E O F T HE C IT Y O F SALEM. Recommend
approval. S TAFF REPORT
G.P roposed Real E state Tax Rate for F iscal Year 2021-2022
Hold a public hearing on the effective real estate tax rate for fiscal year 2021-2022.
H.Tax Rates Resolution
C onsider adoption of Resolution 1395, a resolution imposing taxes on real estate, tangible personal
property, machinery and tools, and all legal subjects of taxation for City purposes, including the
property of railroad, express, telephone, telegraph, water, heat (gas), light and power companies.
Audit - Finance C ommittee
I.Approv al of Electric Rates
C onsider adoption of Resolution 1396 amending the Book of Electric Rates. Audit - Finance
C ommittee
J .B ook of Rates - 2021
C onsider the adoption of Resolution 1393 regarding the Book of Rates for 2021. Audit-Finance
C ommittee
K.Miscellaneous F ees - 2021
C onsider the adoption of Resolution 1394 related to Miscellaneous Fees for 2021. Audit-Finance
C ommittee
L.Job Classes and P ay Ranges 2021-2022
C onsider adoption of Resolution 1398 amending the schematic list of job classes and pay ranges
previously set forth on J une 8, 2020 to be part of the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget. Audit -
Finance C ommittee
M.P roposed Budget for F iscal Year 2021-2022
Hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2021-2022.
N.Salem School Div ision BudgetConsider adoption of Resolution 1397 approving the Salem School Division fiscal year 2021-2022
budget. Audit - Finance C ommittee
O.P resentation of the Annual B udget for 2021-2022
C onsider an ordinance on first reading adopting the budget for fiscal year 2021-2022. A summary
of the proposed budget was advertised in the Salem- Times Register on May 13, 2021. Audit -
Finance C ommittee
P.B udget Appropriation Ordinance
C onsider ordinance on first reading appropriating funds for the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget.
Audit - Finance C ommittee
Q.Appropriation of F unds
C onsider request to appropriate grant funds received from Community Foundation Serving Western
Virginia. Audit - Finance Committee
R.Appropriation of F unds
C onsider request to appropriate proceeds from the sale of equipment. Audit - Finance Committee
S.Moyer P roject
Authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute a contract for the Moyer project.
T.Salem High School F orensics Team
C onsider the adoption of Resolution 1399 honoring the Salem High School Forensics Team for
winning the Virginia High School League C lass 4 State C hampionship.
U.Salem High School F ootball Team
C onsider the adoption of Resolution 1400 honoring the Salem Football team for winning the 2021
Virginia High School League C lass 4 Spring State Championship.
7.C losed Session
A.Closed Session I tem A
Hold a closed session pursuant to section 2.2-3711 (A) (3) of the 1950 Code of Virginia as
amended to discuss or consider 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 disposition of real property.
B.Closed Session I tem B
Hold a closed session pursuant to section 2.2-3711 (A) (6) of the 1950 Code of Virginia as
amended to discuss or consider the investment of public funds where competition or bargaining
is involved, where, if made public initially, the financial interest of the governmental unit
would be adversely affected.
8.Adjournment
Audit-Finance C ommittee meeting, May 20, 4:00 p.m., City Manager's C onference Room, 114 N. Broad
Street, Salem
T here will be no Work Session for the May 24, 2021 meeting.
Item 4A
5-24-21
Schedule A
Current Year Current Year % of Prior Year
Budget Year to Date Budget Year to Date Variance
Revenues:
Beginning Balance 7-1-20 7,395,612$ - 0%- -$
General Property Taxes 38,989,443 16,055,281 41%14,925,624 1,129,657
Other Local Taxes 19,241,000 16,799,868 87%17,465,908 (666,041)
Permits and Licenses 324,450 266,002 82%287,331 (21,329)
Fines and Forfeitures 70,000 41,431 59%52,401 (10,970)
Revenue from Use of Money and Property 1,412,273 415,968 29%1,736,781 (1,320,812)
Charges for Services 3,503,257 2,290,541 65%2,659,062 (368,521)
Payment in Lieu of Taxes from Electric Fund 3,160,000 3,160,000 100%3,160,000 -
Payment in Lieu of Taxes from Water Fund 167,000 149,444 89%146,799 2,645
Miscellaneous Revenue 327,709 290,178 89%316,522 (26,344)
Non-Categorical Aid 3,884,907 922,817 24%984,587 (61,770)
Shared Expenses 1,383,069 1,039,525 75%967,029 72,496
Categorical Aid 12,145,968 9,294,187 77%5,490,132 3,804,055
Non-Revenue Receipts 12,089 13,090 108%69,757 (56,667)
Transfer From Other Funds 335,000 - 0%- -
Total Revenues 92,351,777 50,738,333 55%48,261,933 2,476,399
Expenditures:
General Government 7,758,188 5,924,847 76%5,910,527 14,320
Judicial Administration 2,383,955 1,923,160 81%1,744,107 179,053
Public Safety 19,987,583 14,782,376 74%14,296,846 485,530
Public Works 15,863,387 12,358,973 78%6,998,492 5,360,481
Health and Welfare 5,616,855 3,910,537 70%3,430,889 479,647
Education 23,456,497 21,595,622 92%20,516,956 1,078,666
Parks, Recreation and Cultural 6,456,718 4,268,998 66%4,479,731 (210,733)
Community Development 3,272,043 2,568,903 79%2,697,777 (128,874)
Non-Departmental 6,305,438 5,580,380 89%5,728,670 (148,290)
Contingency 1,122,631 - 0%- -
Contingency for Economic Dev. Opportunities 100,000 - 0%- -
Reserve for Capital 28,482 - 0%- -
Total Expenditures 92,351,777 72,913,794 79%65,803,994 7,109,800
Revenues Over/(Under) Expenditures -$ (22,175,462)$ (17,542,061)$ (4,633,401)$
City of Salem, Virginia
General Fund
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
For Ten Months Ending April 30, 2021
Item 4B
5-24-21
Schedule B
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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
July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
City of Salem
Sales Tax Summary
For Fiscal Years 2019 -2021
FY 2019 FY 2020 FY 2021
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
July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
City of Salem
Meals Tax Summary
For Fiscal Years 2019 -2021
FY 2019 FY 2020 FY 2021
Schedule D
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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
July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
City of Salem
Lodging Tax Summary
For Fiscal Years 2019 -2021
FY 2019 FY 2020 FY 2021
City of Salem, Virginia
Debt Outstanding
For Period Ending April 30, 2021
Schedule E
Balance Principal Balance
7/1/2020 Issuances Payments 4/30/2021
City Debt Outstanding
2010B VML/VACO Series G Build America Bonds 315,000$ -$ (315,000)$ -$
2010D VML/VACO Bonds I Tax Exempt Bonds 1,470,000 - - 1,470,000
2011 Union First Market Refunding Bonds 1,579,842 - (409,050) 1,170,792
2013 Public Improvement Bonds 1,245,825 - (89,425) 1,156,400
2016B Public Improvement Bonds 850,793 - (133,192) 717,601
2019 Public Improvement Bonds 4,859,000 - (189,000) 4,670,000
2020 Public Improvement Bonds 2,595,000 - (220,000) 2,375,000
2020 Public Improvement Refunding Bonds 5,799,023 - (279,997) 5,519,026
Total City Debt Outstanding 18,714,483 - (1,635,664) 17,078,819
School Debt Outstanding
2011 Union First Market Refunding Bonds 2,765,158 - (715,950) 2,049,208
2012A Public Improvement Bonds 6,204,250 - (477,250) 5,727,000
2013 Public Improvement Bonds 3,839,175 - (275,575) 3,563,600
2020 Public Improvement Bonds 23,960,000 - (125,000) 23,835,000
Total School Debt Outstanding 36,768,583 - (1,593,775) 35,174,808
Total Debt Outstanding 55,483,066$ -$ (3,229,439)$ 52,253,627$
City of Salem, Virginia
Capital Projects Fund
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
For Period Ending April 30, 2021
Schedule F
Project Total Available Year To
Budget To Date Encumbrances Project Balance Date
Fund Balance, July 1, 2020 28,679,093
Revenues:
Federal Grants 9,289,835 1,761,040 - 1,761,040 7,528,795 757,107
State Grants 9,131,023 774,403 - 774,403 8,356,620 149,211
Proceeds From Debt Issuance 34,360,900 34,360,901 - 34,360,901 (1) -
Interest Income 117,058 164,088 - 164,088 (47,030) 41,146
Donations 45,000 45,000 - 45,000 - 5,000
Transfer From General Fund 1,851,987 1,851,986 - 1,851,986 1 304,128
Transfer From Electric Fund 148,200 148,200 - 148,200 - -
Transfer From Water Fund 28,000 28,000 - 28,000 - -
Total Revenues 54,972,003 39,133,618 - 39,133,618 15,838,385 1,256,592
Expenditures:
Sheriff Equipment 2020 25,000 22,955 - 22,955 2,045 22,955
Radio System Upgrade 2,637,839 2,282,055 83,770 2,365,825 272,014 (11)
Fire Truck 2020 698,200 - 688,955 688,955 9,245 -
Animal Shelter HVAC Replacement 50,000 46,450 - 46,450 3,550 46,450
Next Generation 911 378,493 71,343 87,757 159,100 219,393 71,343
Street Department Equipment 2016 521,949 483,000 39,014 522,014 (65) -
Roanoke Blvd Multimodal Impr at VA 876,381 778,703 - 778,703 97,678 -
Colorado St Bridge Replacement 6,450,000 247,071 722,928 969,999 5,480,001 111,834
Apperson Drive Bridge Replacement 3,364,939 265,295 466,516 731,811 2,633,128 207,848
Street Department Equipment 2019 718,342 672,159 46,182 718,341 1 -
VDOT E Main Project UPC 8753 217,955 31,544 - 31,544 186,411 -
Street Department Equipment 2020 1,221,293 566,026 596,479 1,162,505 58,788 566,026
Hanging Rock Battlefield Phase 2 570,310 128,855 14,711 143,566 426,744 7,997
Kiwanis Scoreboard 45,158 45,158 - 45,158 - -
Western Roanoke River Greenway 50,000 1,500 - 1,500 48,500 -
Elizabeth Campus Greenway 1,104,400 - - - 1,104,400 -
Parks and Recreation Equipment 2020 23,000 22,833 - 22,833 167 22,833
Kiwanis Field Lighting Upgrades 700,000 429,024 244,124 673,148 26,852 429,024
Longwood Park Restroom Replacement 150,000 355 107,025 107,380 42,620 355
Salem Memorial Park Equipment 2020 40,000 35,950 - 35,950 4,050 35,950
Salem Memorial Park Lower Level Seats 101,000 90,398 10,602 101,000 - 90,398
Library Sidewalk Replacement 36,800 - - - 36,800 -
Kiwanis Roof/Infrastructure Renovations 41,528 6,500 5,700 12,200 29,328 6,500
Downtown Impr - E Main St/College Ave 1,684,838 1,469,614 - 1,469,614 215,224 446,273
Downtown Impr - E Main St/Broad St 974,799 799,566 84,906 884,472 90,327 699,666
Downtown Impr - E Main St/Broad St-CDBG 250,000 247,166 7,436 254,602 (4,602) 247,166
Downtown Impr - CDBG Community Impr 285,000 25,066 27,265 52,331 232,669 4,497
Downtown Impr - E Main St/Union St 1,000,000 33,100 82,950 116,050 883,950 33,100
Downtown Impr - E Main St/Market St 3,629,869 51,750 114,340 166,090 3,463,779 51,260
City of Salem, Virginia
Capital Projects Fund
Statement of Revenues and Expenditures
For Period Ending April 30, 2021
Schedule F
Project Total Available Year To
Budget To Date Encumbrances Project Balance Date
Capital Projects Local Reserve 15,910 - - - 15,910 -
Transfer to Civic Center-2020 Bonds 109,000 109,000 - 109,000 - 109,000
Transfer to Schools-2020 Bonds 27,000,000 13,186,263 - 13,186,263 13,813,737 9,740,302
Total Expenditures 54,972,003 22,148,699 3,430,660 25,579,359 29,392,644 12,950,766
Fund Balance, April 30, 2021 16,984,919
Schedule G
Operating Revenues
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
% of
Budget
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Sale of Power 39,986,044$ 31,835,333$ 80%32,128,310$ (292,976)$
Other Electric Revenue 578,920 674,489 117%734,928 (60,439)
Reserve for Encumbrances 13,235,339 - 0%- -
Appropriated from Net Position 401,050 - 0%- -
Total Operating Revenues 54,201,353 32,509,822 60%32,863,238 (353,416)
.
Operating Expenses
Other Power Generation - Operation 90,000 24,094 27%46,276 (22,182)
Other Power Generation - Maintenance 54,630 24,058 44%50,597 (26,539)
Purchased Power 21,540,000 15,541,897 72%16,085,939 (544,042)
Transmission - Operation 6,210,500 5,551,781 89%4,596,133 955,648
Transmission - Maintenance 24,000 2,971 12%3,606 (635)
Distribution - Operations 944,150 744,401 79%789,138 (44,737)
Distribution - Maintenance 1,221,665 852,313 70%911,468 (59,155)
Customer Service 580,459 470,141 81%449,609 20,531
Administration & General - Operation 3,026,488 1,348,987 45%1,572,608 (223,621)
Administration & General - Maintenance 165,012 102,768 62%163,210 (60,442)
Depreciation - 1,097,079 0%1,113,529 (16,450)
Capital 16,556,582 4,331,576 26%2,754,801 1,576,776
Contingency 627,867 - 0%- -
Total Operating Expenses 51,041,353 30,092,066 59%28,536,914 1,555,152
Income (loss) Before Transfers 3,160,000 2,417,757 4,326,324 (1,908,567)
Transfers (3,160,000) (3,160,000) 100%(3,160,000) -
Income (loss)-$ (742,243)$ 1,166,324$ (1,908,567)$ Income (loss)-$ (1,484,487)$ 2,332,648$ (3,817,134)$
City of Salem, Virginia
Electric Fund
Statement of Operations
For Ten Months Ending April 30, 2021
Schedule H
Operating Revenues
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
% of
Budget
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Services 7,180,151$ 5,789,976$ 81%5,730,001$ 59,976$
Other Revenue 390,544 262,558 67%339,964 (77,407)
Reserve for Encumbrances 508,452 - 0%- -
Appropriated from Net Position 11,575 - 0%- -
CARES Act Utility Funding - 31,490 0%- 31,490
Total Operating Revenues 8,090,722 6,084,024 75%6,069,965 14,059
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Operating Expenses
Salaries of Personnel 776,077 648,919 84%658,600 (9,680)
Fringe Benefits 372,684 295,341 79%282,898 12,443
Contractual Services 681,215 385,245 57%445,669 (60,424)
Printing and Binding 2,500 84 3%484 (400)
Advertising 1,000 195 20%- 195
Utilities 417,200 324,395 78%319,987 4,408
Communications 6,900 3,284 48%3,720 (436)
Insurance 29,750 28,070 94%27,277 793
Travel and Training 9,200 1,945 21%5,945 (4,000)
Miscellaneous 61,137 56,367 92%55,207 1,160
Materials and Supplies 194,100 80,159 41%109,060 (28,901)
Depreciation - 713,333 0%712,417 916
Capital 390,000 20,595 5%476,197 (455,602)
Contingency 964,266 - 0%- -
Total Production Expenses 3,906,029 2,557,932 65%3,097,460 (539,528)
Salaries of Personnel 585,456 446,160 76%411,356 34,804
Fringe Benefits 295,345 211,542 72%189,346 22,197
Contractual Services 608,253 440,097 72%471,333 (31,237)
Communications 4,950 2,674 54%2,950 (276)
Insurance 24,000 23,437 98%22,073 1,364
Lease/Rent of Equipment 2,000 1,518 76%1,518 -
Travel and Training 5,300 382 7%5,577 (5,195)
Miscellaneous 26,537 21,193 80%27,840 (6,647)
Miscellaneous Credits (240,000) (193,786) 81%(223,996) 30,210
Materials and Supplies 139,888 88,994 64%37,074 51,920
Depreciation - 80,611 0%78,561 2,049
Capital 1,046,645 505,520 48%424,683 80,837
Interest Obligations 1,519,319 338,435 22%133,519 204,915
Total Distribution Expenses 4,017,693 1,966,777 49%1,581,835 384,941
Income (loss) Before Transfers 167,000 1,559,315 1,390,669 168,646
Transfers (167,000)(149,444) 89%(146,799) (2,645)
Income (loss)-$ 1,409,871$ 1,243,870$ 166,000$ -
Production
Distribution
City of Salem, Virginia
Water Fund
Statement of Operations
For Ten Months Ending April 30, 2021
Schedule I
Operating Revenues
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
% of
Budget
Prior Year Year
to Date Variance
Services 6,862,860$ 5,593,191$ 81%5,632,523$ (39,332)$
Other Revenue 169,544 92,062 54%144,519 (52,457)
Reserve for Encumbrances 1,103,610 - 0%- -
Appropriated from Net Position 440,942 - 0%- -
CARES Act Utility Funding - 33,530 0%- 33,530
Total Operating Revenues 8,576,956 5,718,782 67%5,777,042 (58,260)
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Operating Expenses
Salaries of Personnel 669,045 476,131 71%550,426 (74,295)
Fringe Benefits 324,667 221,671 68%250,779 (29,109)
Contractual Services 3,548,586 2,273,059 64%2,379,510 (106,452)
Printing and Binding 1,500 - 0%- -
Advertising 1,500 - 0%- -
Utilities 4,500 3,436 76%3,365 72
Communications 15,600 11,965 77%10,868 1,096
Insurance 18,000 11,836 66%11,211 625
Lease/Rent of Equipment 3,000 1,518 51%1,518 -
Travel and Training 9,000 1,117 12%9,476 (8,360)
Miscellaneous 38,537 32,605 85%39,278 (6,673)
Miscellaneous Credits (325,000) (115,260) 35%(215,120) 99,860
Materials and Supplies 98,000 22,252 23%34,383 (12,131)
Depreciation - 1,104,335 0%974,561 129,773
Capital 1,792,278 761,671 42%556,756 204,915
Interest Obligations 1,631,321 132,946 8%149,009 (16,063)
Contingency 746,422 - 0%- -
Total Operating Expenses 8,576,956 4,939,278 58%4,756,020 183,258
Income (loss) before Transfers - 779,504 1,021,022 (241,518)
Transfers - - 0%- -
Income (loss)-$ 779,504$ 1,021,022$ (241,518)$
City of Salem, Virginia
Sewer Fund
Statement of Operations
For Ten Months Ending April 30, 2021
Schedule J
Operating Revenues
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
% of
Budget
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Shows/rentals 367,000$ 166,772$ 45%254,201$ (87,429)$
Box office shows 1,200,000 48,919 4%1,249,561 (1,200,643)
Catering and concessions 150,000 19,421 13%142,054 (122,634)
Merchandise and commissions 151,500 27,342 18%113,390 (86,048)
Static advertising 60,000 26,500 44%60,964 (34,464)
Miscellaneous income 21,905 28,592 131%7,241 21,351
Salem Fair 9,113 (3,500) -38%577,473 (580,973)
Reserve for encumbrances 3,046 - 0%- - Reserve for encumbrances - - 0%- -
Total Operating Revenues 1,962,564 314,046 16%2,404,884 (2,090,838)
Operating Expenses
Salaries of personnel 1,037,843 711,791 69%879,032 (167,241)
Fringe benefits 431,046 313,828 73%337,605 (23,777)
Maintenance and contractual services 218,899 95,231 44%189,568 (94,337)
Printing and binding 1,000 - 0%399 (399)
Advertising 37,000 21,424 58%23,212 (1,788)
Utilities 277,000 165,088 60%254,834 (89,746)
Communications 18,200 10,612 58%11,980 (1,368)
Insurance 21,000 23,577 112%19,948 3,629
Lease/Rent of Equipment 3,500 - 0%- -
Travel and training 7,800 199 3%3,694 (3,495)
Miscellaneous 84,536 64,399 76%62,639 1,760
Show expense 1,300,213 82,334 6%1,466,412 (1,384,077)
Fair 2020 expense 6,000 6,370 106%460,959 (454,589)
Materials and supplies 52,300 6,456 12%30,624 (24,168)
Capital 171,952 156,151 91%595,236 (439,085)
Depreciation - 254,763 0%237,342 17,421
Contingency 24,760 - 0%- -
Total Operating Expenses 3,693,049 1,912,222 52%4,573,482 (2,661,260)
Income (loss) Before Transfers (1,730,485)(1,598,176) (2,168,599)570,423
Transfers 1,730,485 1,471,789 85%1,576,140 (104,351)
Income (loss)-$ (126,387)$ (592,459)$ 466,072$ 0.00
City of Salem, Virginia
Salem Civic Center
Statement of Operations
For Ten Months Ending April 30, 2021
Schedule K
Operating Revenues:
Current Year
Budget
Current Year
Year to Date
% of
Budget
Prior Year
Year to Date Variance
Catering 472,600$ 93,841$ 20%509,219$ (415,378)$
Concessions 130,504 8,481 6%126,098 (117,618)
Moyer Concessions 35,500 48,790 137%28,662 20,128
Salem High Concessions 9,000 415 5%4,607 (4,192)
Total Operating Revenues 647,604 151,527 23%668,586 (517,059)
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Operating Expenses:
Salaries of personnel 147,705 117,378 79%243,610 (126,231)
Fringe benefits 97,305 50,025 51%71,718 (21,693)
Contractual services 10,000 5,275 53%11,389 (6,114)
Printing and binding 500 21 4%775 (753)
Laundry and Cleaning 15,000 1,738 12%8,235 (6,497)
Communications 600 120 20%163 (43)
Insurance 1,200 1,642 0%1,212 431
Miscellaneous 140,205 28,042 20%132,278 (104,236)
Materials and supplies 159,430 37,384 23%147,903 (110,519)
Depreciation - 3,653 0%3,615 38
Total Catering Expenses 571,945 245,278 43%620,896 (375,618)
Salaries of Personnel 56,776 8,344 15%52,966 (44,623)
Fringe Benefits 16,009 2,632 16%14,145 (11,513)
Miscellaneous 42,950 2,025 5%43,572 (41,546)
Materials and Supplies 32,000 3,218 10%28,942 (25,724)
Total Concessions Expenses 147,735 16,219 11%139,625 (123,406)
Salaries of Personnel 32,710 26,219 80%25,795 424
Fringe Benefits 9,782 10,122 103%6,551 3,570
Contractual services 2,500 2,083 83%2,083 -
Miscellaneous 5,500 7,320 133%4,349 2,971
Materials and Supplies 12,000 14,904 124%9,074 5,829
Total Moyer Expenses 62,492 60,647 97%47,853 12,794
Salaries of Personnel 12,017 104 1%3,783 (3,679)
Fringe Benefits 3,969 31 1%1,043 (1,012)
Miscellaneous 300 (1) 0%(9) 8
Materials and Supplies 2,350 81 3%637 (556)
Total Salem High Expenses 18,636 215 1%5,455 (5,240)
Income (loss) Before Transfers (153,204)(170,833)(145,243)(25,590)
Transfers 153,204 - 0%148,205 (148,205)
Income (loss)-$ (170,833)$ 2,962$ (173,795)$
Moyer Concessions
Salem High Concessions
City of Salem, Virginia
Salem Catering and Concessions
Statement of Operations
For Ten Months Ending April 30, 2021
Catering
Concessions
City of Salem, Virginia
Schedule of Deposits and Investments
For Period Ending April 30, 2021
Schedule L
FV as a
Cash Value Unrealized Fair Value % of
4/30/2021 Gain (Loss) 4/30/2021 Portfolio
Demand & Time Deposits
Concentration Account 23,232,199$ -$ 23,232,199$ 19.5%
Payroll Account 8,967 - 8,967 0.0%
Revenue Recovery Account 9,130 - 9,130 0.0%
Utilitiy Billing Account 16,988 - 16,988 0.0%
Box Office Account 146,697 - 146,697 0.1%
Held as Fiscal Agent of:
Cardinal Academy 646,027 - 646,027 0.5%
Court Community Corrections 1,566,798 - 1,566,798 1.3%
Held on Behalf of:
Economic Development Authority 296,103 - 296,103 0.2%
Total Demand & Time Deposits 25,922,909 - 25,922,909 21.6%
Investments
Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP) 16,876 - 16,876 0.0%
Local Government Investment Pool EM (LGIP EM*) 77,042,194 (185,242) 76,856,952 64.7%
VA State Non-Arbitrage Program (SNAP) 16,355,393 - 16,355,393 13.7%
Total Investments 93,414,463 (185,242) 93,229,221 78.4%
Total Deposits and Investments 119,337,372$ (185,242)$ 119,152,130$ 100.0%
* Extended Maturity
Item #6A
Date: 5/24//2021
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT THE CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Hold a public hearing to receive the views of citizens within
the School Division regarding the School Board appointment
for the unexpired term of Dr. Michael Chiglinsky.
SUBMITTED BY: Jay Taliaferro, 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 School Board term
expiring December 31, 2021 of Dr. Michael Chiglinsky.
No nominee or applicant whose name has not been considered at a public hearing shall
be appointed as a School Board member.
As advertised in the Friday, May 13th edition of the Roanoke Times, all candidates seeking
appointment must submit a letter of interest and resume prior to the end of this public
hearing.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends Council conduct a public hearing on this item.
Item 6B
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Hold public hearing to consider the request of Scott A.
Boggs, property owner, for the issuance of a Special
Exception Permit to allow retail sales on the property
located at 407 East Burwell Street (Tax Map # 120-1-5).
Advertised in the May 6 and 13, 2021 issues of the Salem
Times-Register.
SUBMITTED BY: Mary Ellen Wines, Zoning Administrator
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
SITE CHARACTERISTICS:
Zoning: RB Residential Business
Land Use Plan Designation: Downtown
Proposed Zoning: RB with Special Exception Permit
Existing Use: Office
Proposed Use: Office and Retail Sales
The subject property consists a single parcel located at the corner of East Burwell Street
and Thompson Memorial Drive (Northbound), east of the intersection with South College
Avenue. The size is approximately 0.1 acres and is currently occupied by a two-story single-
family residence. The applicant is requesting a Special Exception Permit to allow Retail
Sales as part of their fly-fishing outfitter business. The retail sales would be one component,
with the outfitter also offering lessons and guided trips. Retail items include related
equipment such as clothing and fishing gear. Areas of the building that are not used by the
outfitter will remain professional offices. Retail sales requires a Special Exception Permit in
Residential Business. This was approved at the Planning Commission meeting on May 12,
2021.
Planning Commission Meeting
MINUTES
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 7:00 PM
Salem Civic Center, Community Room, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153
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 Community Room,
Salem Civic Center, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, Virginia, at 7:00
p.m., on May 12, 2021. Notice of such hearing was published in the
April 29, and May 6, 2021, issues of the "Salem Times Register", a
newspaper published and having general circulation in the City. 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; James E. Taliaferro, II, City Manager
and Executive Secretary, Charles Van Allman, Director of Community
Development; Benjamin W. Tripp, City Planner; and Mary Ellen
Wines, Zoning Administrator; and the following business was
transacted:
Chair Daulton called the hearing to order at 7:00p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes
Consider acceptance of the minutes from the April 14, 2021, work
session and regular meeting.
Reid Garst motioned to accept the minutes from the April 14,
2021. Jackson Beamer seconded the motion.
Ayes: Beamer, Conner, Daulton, Garst
Absent: King
4. New Business
A. Special Exception Permit
Hold public hearing to consider the request of Scott A. Boggs, property
owner, for the issuance of a Special Exception Permit to allow retail sales
on the property located at 407 East Burwell Street (Tax Map # 120-1-5).
STAFF REPORT
Staff noted the following: the subject property consists a single parcel
located at the corner of East Burwell Street and Thompson Memorial Drive
(Northbound), east of the intersection with South College Avenue. The size
is approximately 0.1 acres and is currently occupied by a two-story single-
family residence. The applicant is requesting a Special Exception Permit to
allow retail sales as part of their fly-fishing outfitter business. The retail
sales would be one component, with the outfitter also offering lessons and
guided trips. Retail items include related equipment such as clothing and
fishing gear. areas of the building that are not used by the outfitter will
remain professional offices.
Scott Boggs, property owner, appeared before the Commission. He stated
that he purchased the property in December and his initial intent was to have
office space in the building, but since the property is zoned commercial, he
felt like it would be a good idea to place a fly shop in the building. When he
applied for a business license for the fly shop, he discovered that the
property was zoning incorrectly. He stated that the fly shop is basically set
up and ready to go. Jeremy Carter will be running the business for him who
is a local resident and has ties to the property. He is requesting a special
exception permit to allow the business on the property. He stated it would be
a retail fly shop that would sell beginner, intermediate, and advance fly-
fishing equipment manufactured by Patagonia, Howard Brothers, and Sims
as well as others. The second layer of the business will be the outfitter where
there are special, private places for customers to be taken to go fishing,
hunting activities, etc. He stated they want to work with the community, and
he feels that this business would be a viable entity for the City of Salem.
Member Reid questioned the number of retail customers that is expected
each day.
Mr. Boggs stated that he is hoping between 25-35 customers a day, but
the spring and mild weather would be the busy season for the business.
Member Conner questioned what the hours of operation would be.
Mr. Boggs stated that they are still trying to determine the best hours of
operation, but feel that 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday, closed on
Sunday for the retail sales portion. The outfitting portion of the business
would be 24/7 depending on the demand.
A discussion was held regarding fishing locations, type of lures used, etc.
Member Reid inquired how parking for customers would be addressed.
Mr. Boggs stated that there are 10 spaces on the property, and approximately
6 available spaces on the street for a total of 16 spaces. He also owns the lots
next to the property and can turn them into additional parking if needed.
Duane Smith, 462 Patricia Drive, appeared before the Commission and
stated that he owns the adjacent property that abuts through the yard. He
stated that he supports the proposed business.
As no one else appeared before the board to speak on the matter, Chair
Daulton closed the public hearing.
Reid Garst motioned to issue a special exception permit to allow retail sales
on the property located at 407 East Main Street. Neil Conner seconded the
motion.
Ayes: Beamer, Conner, Daulton, Garst
Absent: King
B. Amendment to the City Code
Hold public hearing to consider amending Chapter 106, Zoning, Article
III Use & Design Standards, Section 106-308 pertaining to office uses,
and Article VI, Definitions and Use Types, Section 106-602, Use Types,
Section 106-602.5 Civic Use Types and 106-602.7 Office Use Types,
pertaining to guidance services, medical offices/clinic, and outpatient
mental health and substance abuse clinics, of the CODE OF THE CITY
OF SALEM, VIRGINIA. STAFF REPORT
Staff noted the following: as a result of the public input during community
meetings regarding the downtown plan, offices were removed as a use from
the ground floor in certain areas of the downtown business district. These
areas include properties fronting on Main Street, between Thompson
Memorial Drive to Academy Street, College Avenue, between Clay Street
and Thompson Memorial Drive, and North Market Street. It has become
apparent that a few properties at the west end of Main Street do not have the
downtown character. They do not have storefront facades and the buildings
do not abut the sidewalk. For that reason, a proposed text amendment to
eliminate this area from the restriction is proposed. In September 2010 in
response to methadone clinics and various other drug therapy facilities, the
specific use of outpatient mental health and substance abuse clinic was
created in the zoning ordinance. As the differing types of therapy have
evolved over the last several years it has become apparent that this definition
no longer fits. In order to help meet the needs of the valley’s community, it
is proposed that clinics that do not dispense or administer medication as part
of counseling and therapy be considered a guidance service. Clinics that do
dispense and administer medication shall remain classified as an outpatient
mental health and substance abuse clinic.
Mary Ellen Wines, Zoning Administrator, appeared before the Commission
to discuss the changes. She stated that the areas listed in the staff report as
well as on the southside of Main Street from Cherry Alley west, and on the
north side of Main Street on the west side of Charlotte's Webb west it is
requested to remove the restriction of offices not being allowed on the
ground floors of buildings fronting Main Street. In September 2010 in
response to methadone clinics and various drug therapy facilities, the
specific use of outpatient mental health and substance abuse clinic was
created in the zoning ordinance. As the differing types of therapy have
evolved over the last several years, it has become apparent that this
definition no longer fits. In order to help meet the needs of the valley's
community, it is proposed that clinics that do not dispense or administrator
medication as part of counseling and therapy, be considered a guidance
service. Clinics that do dispense and administer medication shall remain
classified as an outpatient mental health and substance abuse clinic.
Basically, if it is just a therapy-based counseling service regarding substance
abuse, then it is considered a guidance service under definitions, but if
medication is dispensed and administered as part of that therapy, it will
remain an outpatient mental health clinic under definitions.
Member Garst questioned if dispense means that drugs are on-site and
will be handed out or given to the patient.
Ms. Wines confirmed that dispense and administer meant that drugs
would be on-site.
Robert Pilkington, architect with and part owner of Balzer and Associates,
appeared before the Commission and stated that he lives in Shawsville,
Virginia, but does a lot of work in the City of Salem and is an architect of
record for a number of properties directly facing Main Street in the
Downtown Business District. A few are fairly recent, including the
Ridenhour Building, the West Salem Lofts, MKB offices, Edward Jones
office, and Corbin Confections. He stated that it is our belief as a design firm
that a vibrant downtown has not only retail and restaurants, but businesses
that pull people downtown for that as well. He stated that the current
ordinance is geared toward retail and restaurants being on the ground floor
facing Main Street in those particular areas which brings people after hours,
but during the week, middle of the day, businesses such as doctors’ offices,
dental offices, realtors, etc. bring people to downtown. He reiterated that he
is in favor of the proposed changes.
As no one else appeared before the Commission regarding the matter, Chair
Daulton closed the public hearing.
Reid Garst motioned to amend Chapter 106, Zoning, Article III Use &
Design Standards, Section 106-308 pertaining to office uses, and Article VI,
Definitions and Use Types, Section 106-602.5 Civic Use Types and 106-
602.7 Office Use Types, pertaining to guidance services, medical
offices/clinic, and outpatient mental health and substance abuse clinics, of
the CODE OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA. Jackson Beamer
seconded the motion.
Ayes: Beamer, Conner, Daulton, Garst
Absent: King
C. Salem Historic Registry
Consider petition from MCLIP Properties, LLC, for inclusion in the Salem
Historic Registry of the property located at 901 South Colorado Street and
110 7th Street (Tax Map # 184-4-8).
Staff noted the following: The subject property consists of a single parcel of
approximately 0.2 acres. It is located at the west side of South Colorado
Street, on the southwest corner of the intersection with 7th Street. This
request is to add the property to the Salem Historic Registry, which will
recognize and help to preserve a surviving example of early 1900’s
commercial architecture in this area.
David McCray, 3330 Hollins Road, NE, Roanoke, appeared before the
Commission representing the property owner. He stated he owns 50 percent
of the property and is requesting that the property of 901 S. Colorado Street
and 110 7th Street be included in the historic registry of the City of Salem.
He stated the property at 901 S. Colorado Street is the former Hickson Lock
and Key was located. He stated that their intent is to, as best they can, bring
the property back to the way it looked when it was constructed. Based on the
Sanborn Maps, we believe the building was constructed sometime between
1913 and 1922. He stated that they plan to remove the current siding and
bring back the wood siding, re-do the metal roof on the exterior. On the
inside there are molded ceilings and walls that would try to be restored, and
try to put the building to a good, solid retail/office use. The upper level of
the building was formerly an apartment, and we would like to be able to
have a good retail/office space with the original look on the lower level and
an apartment upstairs. To the rear of the building is a block building that we
believe was constructed sometime prior to 1932 that has an apartment
upstairs and is occupied as a beauty salon on the main level. He stated that
other than renovating the apartment, they would leave that property
somewhat the way it is.
Chair Daulton questioned if he knew of what type of business would go
into the building.
Mr. McCray stated that they would renovate it as general retail/office space.
What he would love to see would be some type of grocery store as that was
what was originally in the building but is probably unlikely. He thinks some
type of office-- insurance, real estate, etc. or any time of small retail
business. He stated that they do not have anyone currently interested in the
building and feel like the renovations need to be made to change the look of
the property before a business will be interested in the space.
Member Conner noted that the current zoning of the property would not
allow for what is proposing.
Mr. McCray stated that he is aware of the zoning restrictions and that is
one of the reasons they would like to have it in the historic registry as there
might be more leeway in use. As a LM use, he does not know what the
property could be used for.
Member Garst questioned if the owner has an architect, he is currently
working with on the project.
Mr. McCray stated that he does not currently have an architect hired
but has worked with Balzer and Hill Studios in the past.
Member Garst noted that there is plenty of parking available on the property.
Robert Pilkington, Balzer and Associates, appeared before the Commission
and stated that he has worked with Mr. McCray in the past. He stated that
when they buy a piece of property, they turn the properties around and bring
them back to life. He stated that he passes the property everyday on his way
to work and feels that it is important to bring that type of property back to
life. He supports the request as he feels the historic designation would help
with a number of things.
No other person(s) appeared related to the request.
Neil Conner motioned to include 901 South Colorado Street and 110 7th
Street, (Tax Map # 184-4-8) in the Salem Historic Registry. Jackson Beamer
seconded the motion.
Ayes: Beamer, Conner, Daulton, Garst
Absent: King
5. Adjournment
Meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.
Reid Garst motioned to adjourn. Jackson Beamer seconded the motion.
Ayes: Beamer, Conner, Daulton, Garst
Absent: Graves, King
Item 6C
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Hold public hearing to consider amending Chapter 66, Article I,
In General, Section 66-9, Article III, Construction Location,
Division 1, Generally, Section 66-73, Article IV Permitted Signs
by Use and District, Section 66-107, and Article V, Definitions,
Section 66-151, of the CODE OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA pertaining to signs. Advertised in the May 6 and 13,
2021 issues of the Salem Times-Register.
SUBMITTED BY: Mary Ellen Wines, Zoning Administrator
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The maintenance of property has become an increasingly problematic issue. This includes
the maintenance of signs. The code changes included in this item are to support the transition
from a reactionary violation system to a more proactive system. These changes address
abandoned signs, neglected signs and overall maintenance.
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED CHANGES;
ARTICLE I - IN GENERAL
SECTION 66-9: Removal of Signs: requires abandoned signs after 60 days to be covered or
paint the face blank.
ARTICLE III. - CONSTRUCTION LOCATION
SECTION 66-73: Sign Materials and Construction: requires that signs are kept in good repair.
Deterioration by neglect is prohibited.
ARTICLE IV -PERMITTED SIGNS
SECTION 66-107: Prohibited Signs: adds neglected signs to the prohibited list.
ARTICLE V - DEFINITIONS
SECTION 66-151: Definitions: amends definition of abandoned to 60 days and adds the
definition for neglected sign.
This was approved at the Planning Commission meeting on April 14, 2021.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff is continuously reviewing City Code and recommends making these changes to keep it
up to date and applicable.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND, REVISE, AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 66, SIGNS, ARTICLE I IN
GENERAL, SECTION 66-9, ARTICLE III CONSTRUCTION LOCATION, DIVISION 1 GENERALLY,
SECTION 66-73, ARTICLE IV PERMITTED SIGNS BY USE AND DISTRICT, SECTION 66-107, AND
ARTICLE V DEFINITIONS, SECTION 66-151, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
PERTAINING TO SIGNS.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that Section 66-9, Article I,
Section 66-73, Article III, Section 66-107, Article IV, and Section 66-151, Article V, Chapter 66 of The Code
of the City of Salem, Virginia, be amended, revised, and reordained to read as follows:
CHAPTER 66
SIGNS
ARTICLE I IN GENERAL
Sec. 66-5. - Unsafe signs and signs maintained in violation of chapter.
B. Signs in violation of this chapter—Penalty and enforcement.
1. Any violation of the requirements of this chapter shall be unlawful and any person convicted of such violation shall be guilty
of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $10.00 nor more than $1,000.00.
2. In lieu of criminal prosecution for violations of any provision of this chapter, the city may impose a civil penalty against any
person who violates any provision of this chapter as follows:
a. For the first offense, violators shall receive a written warning by the city manager or his designee.
b. For the second offense, the violators shall be fined $50.00, by written notice.
c. For the third and each subsequent offense, violators shall be fined $100.00 per sign per day the violation remains, the
fine to be imposed by written notice and the sign may be removed by the city manager or his designee.
d. Fines shall be chargeable to the owner of the sign or premises and may be collected as taxes and levies are collected.
e. Should the city have cause to remove the sign all costs incurred shall be chargeable to the owner of the sign or premises
and may be collected as taxes and levies are collected.
f. Every cost authorized by this section with which the owner of the premises shall have been assessed shall constitute a
lien against the property from which the sign was removed, the lien to continue until actual payment of such cost shall
have been made.
Sec. 66-7. - Nonconforming signs.
A. Signs legally in existence at the time of the adoption of this chapter, which do not conform to the requirements of this chapter, shall
be considered nonconforming signs.
1. Electronic sign settings not meeting the regulations herein shall not be considered nonconforming since the settings may be
easily altered.
2. The burden of establishing nonconforming status of signs and of the physical characteristics/location of such signs shall be
that of the owner of the property. Upon notice from the city manager, or his designee, a property owner shall submit
verification that sign(s) were lawfully existing at time of construction. Failure to provide such verification shall be cause for
order to remove sign(s) or bring sign(s) into compliance with the current ordinance.
3. To determine the legal status of existing signs in each of the cases listed in section 66-7(B), the applicant shall submit the
following information to the city manager or his designee:
a. Type(s) of existing sign(s) located on the property.
b. The area and height of all signs.
c. For freestanding signs, the distance between the curbline or shoulder and the nearest portion of the sign. A certified plat
may be required.
d. Type of sign illumination.
e. The electronic capabilities of the sign.
f. The material of which the sign is constructed.
g. The building frontage.
h. The control method for glare and brightness.
B. All permanent signs and sign structures shall be brought into conformance with the sign regulations when and if the following
occurs:
1. The sign is removed, relocated, or significantly altered. Significant alterations include changes in the height, size or dimension
of the sign. Changes to the sign copy or the replacement of a sign face on a nonconforming sign shall not be considered a
significant alteration. Moving a window sign to another location within or to another window shall be considered a relocated
sign.
2. If less than 50 percent of the sign area is destroyed or damaged, it may be restored within two years after such destruction or
damage but shall not be enlarged in any manner.
3. If more than 50 percent of the sign area is destroyed or damaged, it shall not be reconstructed but may be replaced with a sign
that is in full accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
4. An alteration in the structure of a sign support.
5. A change in the mechanical facilities or type of illumination.
6. A change in the material of the sign face.
7. The property on which the nonconforming sign is located submits a subdivision or land development application or site plan
requiring city review and approval.
8. The property on which the nonconforming sign is located submits an application for an amendment to the zoning ordinance
requiring the review and approval of city council.
9. Discontinued use. If any nonconforming sign or any use to which such a sign applies is discontinued for a period exceeding
two years, it shall then be made to conform with the requirements of this chapter or removed. In addition, a nonconforming
sign structure shall be removed by the owner or lessee of the property. If the owner or lessee fails to remove the sign structure,
the city manager, or his designee, shall give the owner 15 days' written notice to remove it. Upon failure to comply with this
notice, the city manager, or his designee, may enter the property upon which the sign is located and remove any such sign or
may initiate such action as may be necessary to gain compliance with this provision. The cost of such removal shall be
chargeable to the property owner and may be collected as taxes and levies.
10. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to prevent keeping in good repair a nonconforming sign. Nonconforming signs shall
not be extended or structurally reconstructured or altered in any manner, except a sign face may be changed so long as the
new face is equal to or reduced in height and/or sign area. The material of the sign face shall not be changed.
C. Prior to the events listed in section 66-7(B), nonconforming signs may be repainted or repaired up to 50 percent of the replacement
cost of the sign, the sign copy may be changed, and sign faces may be replaced provided that these actions do not increase the
dimensions of the existing sign, and do not in any way increase the extent of the sign's nonconformity.
D. Nonconforming signs shall be exempt from the provisions of section 66-7, if the nonconforming sign possesses documented
historic value, and has met the requirements and has been approved in accordance with section 66-13.
E. All electronic signs must be programmed so as to conform to the regulations of this chapter.
Sec. 66-9. - Removal of sign no longer advertising existing bona fide business.
Whenever any sign no longer advertises an existing bona fide business, service or product manufactured on a premise,
and such business, service or product has not been located or been available on the premises for sixty (60) days or more, such
sign shall be professionally covered or the sign face painted blank.
A. Whenever any sign no longer advertises an existing bona fide business, service or product manufactured on a premise, and such
business, service or product has not been located or been available on the premises for more than two years, such sign shall be
taken down and removed within 30 days, after written notification from the city manager or his designee, by the permittee, lessee
or operator or owner of the building or structure upon which such sign may be found. Upon failure of the recipient of such notice
to comply therewith within the time specified therein, the city manager or his designee may cause removal of such sign, and any
expense incident thereto shall be paid by the owner of the building or structure to which such sign is attached. Nothing in this
section shall be construed as requiring the removal of any sign owned by a person licensed to engage in the business of outdoor
advertising in the state; provided the sign in question is kept and maintained in a proper condition.
ARTICLE III CONSTRUCTION LOCATION
Sec. 66-73. - Sign materials, and construction, and maintenance.
1. Every sign shall be constructed of durable materials, using non-corrosive fastenings; shall be structurally safe and erected or
installed in strict accordance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code; and shall be maintained in safe condition
and good repair at all times so that all sign information is clearly legible.
2. Every sign and sign structure shall be kept in good repair. Deterioration by neglect is prohibited. A sign shall be
considered a neglected sign if:
a. any portion of the finished material, surface or message of the sign is visibly faded, flaked, broken off, missing,
cracked, splintered, defective, or is otherwise visibly deteriorated or in a state of disrepair, as determined by the
City Manager or his designee, so as not to substantially appear as it was intended or designed to appear when
originally constructed; or
b. whose structural support or frame members are visibly bent, broken, dented, torn, twisted, leaning, or at angles
other than those at which it was originally erected.
ARTICLE IV PERMITTED SIGNS
Sec. 66-107. - Prohibited signs.
A. No sign shall have flashing, intermittent or animated illumination or lights of changing degrees of intensity, unless each interval
in the cycle is a minimum of eight seconds and the sign does not constitute a traffic hazard. This section shall not be construed to
prohibit signs which display time, temperature and other information, provided all other requirements of this chapter are met.
B. The following devices and locations shall be specifically prohibited:
1. Signs located in such a manner as to obstruct or otherwise interfere with an official traffic sign, signal or device, or obstruct
or interfere with a driver's view of approaching, merging or intersecting traffic.
2. Except as provided for elsewhere in this Code, signs encroaching upon or overhanging public right-of-way. No sign shall be
attached to any utility pole, light standard, street tree or any other public facility located within the public right-of-way.
3. Signs which blink, flash or are animated by lighting in any fashion that would cause such signs to have the appearance of
traffic safety signs and lights, or municipal vehicle warnings from a distance.
4. Portable signs except as provided in section 66-105 (portable signs).
5. Vehicular signs except as provided in section 66-11.
6. Balloons, streamers, inflatables, pennant strings, flags (except as allowed in section 66-11), pinwheels, and like displays,
except as provided in section 66-105 (temporary signs).
7. No off-premise sign shall be located within the corporate limits of the city.
8. No existing off-premise sign shall be converted to an electronic sign, billboard or multi-vision board.
9. Abandoned signs.
10. Snipe signs. Signs shall only be attached to utility poles in conformance with state and utility regulations and the requirements
of this chapter.
11. Signs which prevent free ingress or egress from any door, window, fire escape, or that prevent free access from one part of
a roof to any other part. No sign other than a safety sign shall be attached to a standpipe or fire escape.
12. Signs which emit smoke, visible vapors, particulate matter, sound, odor or contain open flames.
13. Reflective signs or signs containing mirrors.
14. Vehicular interactive signs.
15. Signs incorporating beacon lighting.
16. Any banner or sign of any type suspended across a public street, without the permission of the owner of the property and the
city.
17. Roof signs.
18. Signs for any home occupation.
19. Signs erected without the permission of the property owner, with the exception of those authorized or required by local,
state, or federal government.
20. Any sign containing information which states or implies that a property may be used for any purpose not permitted under
the provisions of the city zoning ordinance.
21. Signs that exhibit statements, words, or pictures of obscene or pornographic subjects.
22. Any sign that promotes illegal activity.
23. Neglected signs.
ARTICLE V. - DEFINITIONS
Sec. 66-151. - Definitions.
A. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except
where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Abandoned sign: A sign which has not identified or advertised a current business, service, owner, product, or activity for a period
of at least 30 60 days, in the case of off-premises signs, or at least 360 days in the case of on-premises signs.
Neglected sign: Any sign and sign structure that is allowed to deteriorate by failure to maintain the sign in its original
condition.
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:
John E. Saunders -
William D. Jones -
Byron Randolph Foley -
James W. Wallace, III –
Renee F. Turk –
Passed:
Effective:
Mayor
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Item 6D
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Hold public hearing to consider amending Chapter 106, Zoning,
Article II District Regulations, Sections 106-204.3(B) 1, 106-
208.3(B) 1, 106-213.3(B) 1 pertaining to single-family dwellings;
Article III Use & Design Standards, Section 106-304.5(B)(D)
pertaining to home occupations, Section 106-308 pertaining to
office uses, Article IV Development Standards, Section 106-
404.1 l(A)(E) pertaining to parking, Article V Administration,
Sections 106-504(A), 106-514, 106-518 pertaining to zoning
permits, enforcement, and civil penalties and Article VI,
Definitions and Use Types, Section 106-602, Use Types, Section
106-602.5 Civic Use Types and 106-602.7 Office Use Types,
pertaining to guidance services, medical offices/ clinic, and
outpatient mental health and substance abuse clinics of the CITY
OF SALEM, VIRGINIA.
SUBMITTED BY: Mary Ellen Wines, Zoning Administrator
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Staff continually reviews the Zoning Ordinance for its current applicability. There are several
housekeeping changes including single-family dwelling setbacks, changes to home
occupations, parking, and zoning permits. Other topics of discussion have arisen due to the
recent shift from being reactionary regarding complaints of code violations to a more proactive
system. To make this transition, changes to the zoning ordinance to include inspection
warrants and a civil ticket system are needed.
As a result of the public input during community meetings regarding the downtown plan,
offices were removed as a use from the ground floor in certain areas of the downtown
business district. These areas include properties fronting on Main Street, between Thompson
Memorial Drive to Academy Street, College Avenue, between Clay Street and Thompson
Memorial Drive, and North Market Street. It has become apparent that a few properties at the
west end of Main Street do not have the downtown character. They do not have storefront
facades and the buildings do not abut the sidewalk. For that reason, a proposed text
amendment to eliminate this area from the restriction is proposed.
In September 2010 in response to methadone clinics and various other drug therapy facilities,
the specific use of outpatient mental health and substance abuse clinic was created in the
zoning ordinance. As the differing types of therapy have evolved over the last several years it
has become apparent that this definition no longer fits. In order to help meet the needs of the
valley's community, it is proposed that clinics that do not dispense or administer medication
as part of counseling and therapy be considered a guidance service. Clinics that do dispense
and administer medication shall remain classified as an outpatient mental health and
substance abuse clinic.
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED CHANGES:
ARTICLE II - DISTRICT REGULATIONS
SECTIONS 106-204.3(8)(1), 106-208.3(B)(l), AND 106-213.3(B)(l) Site Development:
requires single-family dwellings in the RMF, RB, and CBD districts to adhere to the setbacks
of single-family dwellings in RSF.
ARTICLE III. - USE AND DESIGN STANDARDS
SECTION 106-304.5 Home Occupations:
1. Will allow retail and wholesale sales as e-commerce or online sales only, no at-home
shopping.
2. THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVED RECOMMENDING A CHANGE TO
BOTH THE CURRENT CODE SECTION 106-304.5 (B)(5) RELATED TO THE NUMBER
OF STUDENTS FOR LESSONS OR TUTORING FROM FIVE TO SIX, AND ALSO
AMENDING THE STAFF RECOMMENDED ADDITION TO THE SECTION FOR OTHER
TYPES OF CLIENTS FROM FIVE TO SIX TO CORRESPOND. THE DRAFT ORDINANCE
REVISION REFLECTS THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S RECOMMENDATIONS.
3. Allows the care of up to 4 children or 3 adults as opposed to 5 each previously. These
maximum limits are based on the limits of state licensing. Above these numbers requires
additional licensing by the state.
4. Based on numerous complaints this change will require the parking of associated
vehicles to be on-site. No on-street parking for work related vehicles.
5. The renewal process is now automatic through the Commissioner of the Revenue's
Office unless complaints have been filed. This code changes reflects that process.
ARTICLE V -ADMINISTRATION
SECTION 106-504 Zoning permits: adds residential non-structural reroofs to the list of
activities that do not require a zoning permit.
SECTION 106-514(B) Enforcement: establishes an inspection warrant process, as allowed
in the state code, that if after failed reasonable efforts to obtain entry, the zoning administrator
can, with probably cause, request an inspection warrant from the magistrate to inspect a
premise.
SECTION 106-514(C) Enforcement: expands the list of responsible parties from just the
property owner.
SECTION 106-514(E) Enforcement: establishes what acts are considered violations as
required by state code.
SECflON 106-516 Criminal Penalties: this change separates criminal penalties from civil
penalties
SECTION 106-518 Civil Penalties: minor changes to support instituting civil penalties.
SECTION 106-520.1 Commission Study and action: housekeeping item to clarify that all
proposed amendments are referred to Planning Commission automatically without the need
for Council to act.
Sec. 106-308(1)(A) - Office Uses: Main Street between Thompson Memorial Drive and
Academy Street Cherry Alley on the south side of Main and the west side of Tax Map#
105-5-4 on the north side of Main.
Sec. 106-602.5. - Civic use types: Guidance services. To include counseling and therapy
that does not dispense or administer medication.
Sec. 106-602. 7. - Office use types: Medical office/ clinic. Redefine to include healthcare of
the body only. Healthcare of the mind will be considered a guidance service. Outpatient mental
health and substance abuse clinic. Removed the examples that may be confusing to these
amended definitions.
These actions were approved at Planning Commission meetings on April 14 and May 12,
2021.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff is continuously reviewing City Code and recommends making these changes to keep it
up to date and applicable.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND, REVISE, AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 106, ZONING,
ARTICLE II DISTRICT REGULATIONS, SECTIONS 106-204.3(B) 1, 106-208.3(B) 1, 106-
213.3(B) 1 PERTAINING TO SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS; ARTICLE III USE &
DESIGN STANDARDS, SECTION 106-304.5(B)(D) PERTAINING TO HOME
OCCUPATIONS, SECTION 106-308 PERTAINING TO OFFICE USES, ARTICLE IV
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, SECTION 106-404.1 l(A)(E) PERTAINING TO PARKING,
ARTICLE V ADMINISTRATION, SECTIONS 106-504(A), 106-514, 106-518 PERTAINING
TO ZONING PERMITS, ENFORCEMENT, AND CIVIL PENALTIES AND ARTICLE VI,
DEFINITIONS AND USE TYPES, SECTION 106-602, USE TYPES, SECTION 106-602.5
CIVIC USE TYPES AND 106-602.7 OFFICE USE TYPES, PERTAINING TO GUIDANCE
SERVICES, MEDICAL OFFICES/ CLINIC, AND OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH AND
SUBSTANCE ABUSE CLINICS OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA.PERTAINING TO
ZONING.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that Sections
106-204.3 (B)1, 106-208.3(B) 1, and 106-213.3(B) 1 Article II; Sections 106-304.5(B)(D) and
106-308, Article III; Section 106-404.1 l(A)(E), Article IV; Sections 106-504(A), 106-514, and
106-518, Article V; Sections 106-602, 106-602.5, and 106-602.7, Article VI, Chapter 106 of
The Code of the City of Salem, Virginia, be amended, revised, and reordained to read as follows:
CHAPTER 106
ZONING
ARTICLE II DISTRICT REGULATIONS
Sec. 106-204.3. - Site development regulations.
The following are general development standards for the RMF Residential Multi-Family
District. For additional, modified or more stringent standards see article III, use and design
standards.
(B) Minimum Setback Requirements.
1. Principal Structure:
Front Yard: 25 feet, if right-of-way is 50 feet or greater in width; 50 feet from the
centerline of any right-of-way less than 50 feet in width. However, if an adjoining
lot is developed, no principal structure shall be required to have a front yard greater
than that observed by an existing building on an adjoining lot.
Side Yard: 20 feet.
Rear Yard: 20 feet.
Single-Family Dwellings shall conform with the minimum setback regulations
of Section 106-202.3 Residential Single-Family District RSF.
Sec. 106-208.3. - Site development regulations.
The following are general development standards for the RB Residential Business District.
For additional, modified or more stringent standards see article III, use and design standards.
(B) Minimum Setback Requirements.
1. Principal Structure:
Front Yard: 25 feet, if right-of-way is 50 feet or greater in width; 50 feet from the
centerline of any right-of-way less than 50 feet in width. However, if an adjoining
lot is developed, no principal structure shall be required to have a front yard greater
than that observed by an existing building on an adjoining lot.
No front yard shall be used for any parking area or otherwise designed or devoted
to any vehicle use unless a special exception permit has been approved specifically
allowing such parking. Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing herein shall prohibit
a driveway in the front yard that leads to a parking area in the side yard or rear
yard.
Side Yard: Any side yard shall be a minimum of ten percent of lot width. However,
under no circumstances shall either side yard be required to exceed 25 feet.
Rear Yard: 15 feet.
Corner Lots: the setback on the side street shall be equal to the setback observed by
the principal structure on an adjoining lot. If the side street does not have street
facing lots, the side yard setback for corner lots shall be ten percent of the lot
width.
Single-Family Dwellings shall conform with the minimum setback regulations
of Section 106-202.3 Residential Single-Family District RSF.
Sec. 106-213.3. - Site development regulations.
The following are general development standards for the CBD Community Business
District. For additional, modified or more stringent standards see article III, use and design
standards.
(B) Minimum setback requirements.
1. Principal structure:
Front yard: 30 feet from street centerline.
Side yard: No minimum.
Rear yard: No minimum.
Single-Family Dwellings shall conform with the minimum setback regulations
of Section 106-202.3 Residential Single-Family District RSF.
ARTICLE III USE AND DESIGN STANDARDS
Sec. 106-304.5. - Home occupations.
(A) Intent: These standards for home occupations are established in recognition that certain
small-scale business activities may be appropriate as an accessory use to a residential
dwelling. The character and scale of the business activity must be clearly minor and
subordinate to the principal use of the property as a residence.
(B) General standards:
1. All home occupations shall be operated by the resident occupants of the dwelling that is
the location of the home occupation.
2. Only residents of the dwelling shall be engaged in the home occupation activity. No
other employees shall be allowed at the site of the home occupation.
3. No dwelling used for a home occupation shall be altered or used in any manner that
would cause the dwelling to differ in character from a residential use.
4. No retail or wholesale sales shall be permitted as part of any home occupation except
e-commerce businesses conducted solely online. No customers may “shop” at the
location of the home occupation.
5. Lessons in the fine arts (dance, music, art), or tutoring shall be allowed as a home
occupation provided the total number of students shall not exceed five six per day. Any
other type of client shall also be limited to six per day.
6. The care of up to a maximum of five four individuals children or three adults (not
including provider's own children family and any children who reside in the home), or
the tutoring of up to five individuals shall be permitted as a home occupation.
7. No signage shall be allowed. No advertising associated with the home occupation shall
direct clients to the location of the home occupation.
8. The home occupation shall not require the use or storage of hazardous or toxic
materials and no such material shall be associated with the home occupation.
9. There shall be no external storage of equipment or materials associated with the home
occupation, and there shall be no external evidence of the existence of the home
occupation on the property. One vehicle associated with the home occupation shall be
allowed, provided the vehicle is of a type and scale otherwise permitted by this chapter.
The applicant is required to have on-site parking for any vehicles used in
conjunction with the home occupation. On-street parking shall not be allowed.
10. The volume and characteristics of traffic associated with the home occupation shall be
consistent with the volume and characteristic of traffic associated with dwellings in the
general area.
11. The home occupation shall not involve the commercial delivery of materials or
products to or from the premises. Incidental deliveries common to residential dwellings
shall be permitted.
12. More than one home occupation may be located within a single dwelling provided the
level of activity associated with all the home occupations, when considered together,
does not violate any of these general standards.
(C) Application process:
1. The administrator shall be responsible for reviewing all applications for home
occupations.
2. Applicants for home occupations shall complete a home occupation application and in
doing so shall indicate compliance with the intent of these regulations and the general
standards contained herein.
3. If the administrator believes that a proposed home occupation will comply with the
intent and general standards contained herein, the application for the home occupation
shall be approved.
4. If the administrator believes that a proposed home occupation will not comply with the
intent and general standards contained herein, the administrator shall notify the
applicant of the changes necessary to achieve compliance with these provisions. If the
applicant disagrees with the opinion of the administrator, the administrator may, and at
the request of the applicant shall, refer the application to the Commission and Council
which shall review the application as a special exception pursuant to the provisions of
this chapter.
(D) Renewals:
1. All approved home occupations shall be granted for a period of 12 months. Applicants
shall be responsible for requesting a renewal of any approved home occupation.
Renewal of the home occupation permit will be included with the City of Salem
business license renewal process.
2. Except as provided below, the administrator shall may review all renewal requests and
shall approve all requests that are consistent with these standards. The administrator
may approve renewals of home occupations approved by Council, provided the home
occupation has not changed in character or scale from that approved by Council, and is
being operated in accordance with these provisions.
3. If a home occupation is operated in violation of these standards at any time during any
12-month period, the administrator shall not have the authority to renew the application
and shall refer the application to the Commission and Council which shall review the
application as a special exception pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.
(E) Enforcement:
1. The administrator shall have the authority to require compliance with these provisions.
When, in the opinion of the administrator, an operator of a home occupation violates the
home occupation standards contained herein, the administrator shall require compliance
pursuant to the procedures contained in section 106-514.
Sec. 106-308. - Office uses.
Standards in the DBD District for office use types:
1. Office use types shall be permitted only on floors above the ground floor and in the
same structure as a commercial use type for parcels fronting:
(a) Main Street between Thompson Memorial Drive and Academy Street Cherry Alley
on the south side of Main and the west side of Tax Map # 105-5-4 on the north
side of Main;
(b) College Avenue between Clay Street and Thompson Memorial Drive; and
(c) North Market Street.
2. Commercial use types must occupy at least the first floor of the structure, and should be
configured to be pedestrian friendly.
ARTICLE IV DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Sec. 106-404. - Off-street parking requirements.
(A) These provisions for off-street parking are intended to address the off-street parking
demands created by various land uses within the City of Salem. The standards established in
this section are designed to protect the health safety and welfare of the Salem community by
accommodating parked vehicles in a safe and functional manner with consideration given to
the stormwater quality and quantity impacts of impervious parking areas.
Sec. 106-404.11. – Construction standards.
(A) All off-street parking areas shall be constructed of a hard surface consisting of bituminous
concrete or concrete. Gravel parking areas shall not be permitted, unless the administrator
determines that the use is of a temporary nature. Between the right-of-way and the rear
building line, single-family and two-family dwellings must utilize bituminous concrete,
concrete or chip seal type of hard surface. Once past the rear building line, single-
family and two-family homes may utilize gravel. For corner lots between the right-of-
way and the side building line, single-family and two-family dwellings must utilize
bituminous concrete, concrete or chip seal type of hard surface. Once past the side
building line, gravel may be used. For double frontage lots between the right-of way
and the rear building setback line, single-family and two-family dwellings must utilize
bituminous concrete, concrete or chip seal type of hard surface. Once past the rear
building setback line, single-family and two-family homes may utilize gravel.
(B) For sites or structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places, parking areas may
be constructed using period correct materials as permitted by the administrator. Such
development shall require a site plan.
(C) The city engineer may require paving surfaces and/or construction techniques which
minimize surface stormwater runoff in areas where it is deemed necessary. The developer
may select precast interlocking blocks, porous-type asphalt paving, detention basins or other
methods as approved by the city engineer.
(D) In no case shall there be allowed excessive dust or debris to be transferred onto the
roadway system or onto neighboring properties. Violators shall be guilty of a misdemeanor
and subject to section 106-516, penalties.
(E) Commercial Use Types.
USE TYPE PARKING REQUIRED
Agricultural Services Schedule A
Antique Shops 1 space per 400 square feet
Assembly Hall 1 space per 5 seats
Athletic Instruction Services Schedule B (minimum 1 space per 300 square feet)
Automobile Dealership, New Schedule A
Automobile Dealership, Used Schedule A
Automobile Repair Services,
Major 2 spaces per repair bay plus 1 space per employee on shift
Automobile Repair Services,
Minor 3 spaces per repair bay plus 1 space per employee on shift
Automobile Rental/Leasing Schedule A
Automobile/Parts Supply, Retail Schedule A
Business Support Services 1 space per 200 square feet
Business or Trade Schools Schedule B
Campground 1 space per camp site
Car Wash 1 space per employee on shift plus stacking spaces
Commercial Indoor Amusement 1 space per 3 persons based on maximum occupancy
Commercial Indoor
Entertainment 1 space per 4 seats plus on space per employee on shift
Commercial Indoor Sports and
Recreation
1 space per 3 persons based on maximum occupancy plus 1
space per employee on shift
Commercial Outdoor
Entertainment
1 space per 3 persons based on maximum occupancy plus 1
space per employee on shift
Commercial Outdoor Sports and
Recreation
Miniature Golf 1.5 space per hole
Swimming Pool Schedule B
Tennis/Court Games 2 spaces per court
Other Outdoor Sports Schedule B
Communications Services 1 space per 300 square feet plus 1 space per company vehicle
based on site
Construction Sales and Services Schedule A
Consumer Repair Services 1 space per 300 square feet
Convenience Store 5 spaces plus 1 space per 200 square feet plus one space per
gas dispenser
Dance Hall 1 space per 3 persons based upon maximum occupancy
Day Care Center 1 space per employee on shift plus one space per three persons
receiving care
Equipment Sales and Rental Schedule A
Flea Market 1 space per 100 square feet of sales area accessible to the
public
Funeral Services 1 space per 2 employees on shift plus one space per 5 seats in
main chapel
Garden Center Schedule A
Gasoline Station 1 space per employee plus required stacking spaces
Golf Course 36 spaces per 9 holes
Homestay Inn 1 space per sleeping room available for guests
Hospital 1 space per employee on shift plus one space per 2 beds
Hotel/Motel/Motor Lodge 1 space per guest room plus one space per employee, plus
spaces as may be required for other uses on site
Kennel, Commercial Schedule B
Laundry 1 space per 300 square feet
Manufactured Home Sales Schedule B
Microbrewery Schedule B
Microdistillery Schedule B
Personal Storage 2 spaces for any live-in manager unit plus 2 spaces per 100
storage units
Pawn Shop 1 space per 300 square feet
Personal Improvement Services 1 space per 300 square feet
Personal Services 1 space per 300 square feet
Recreational Vehicle Sales and Schedule A
Service
Restaurant 1 space per four seats plus 1 space per employee on shift, plus
required stacking spaces
Retail Sales
Shopping Center 1 space per 250 square feet
Other Retail 1 space per 200 square feet Schedule A
Studio, Fine Arts Schedule B
Truck Stop Schedule B
Veterinary Hospital/Clinic 1 space per 300 square feet
SCHEDULE A
The following table contains minimum parking requirements for uses with elements having
different functions or operating characteristics. The administrator shall consider and decide the
minimum parking required for uses containing a mixture of these elements.
Element Parking Required for Element
Office or Administrative Activity 3.5 spaces per 1,000 square feet
Indoor Sales, Display or Service Area 1 space per 500 square feet
Motor Vehicle Service Bays 2 spaces per service bays
Outdoor Sales, Display or Service Area 1 space per 2,000 square feet
General Equipment Servicing or Manufacturing 1 space per 1,000 square feet
Indoor or Outdoor Storage or Warehousing 1 space per 5,000 square feet
ARTICLE V ADMINISTRATION
Sec. 106-504. - Zoning permits.
(A) A zoning permit shall be required for the erection, construction, reconstruction, moving,
adding to, or alteration of any structure, or the establishment of any land use, except as listed
below:
1. Patios.
2. Fences.
3. The non-structural re-roof of residential structures
(B) It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide any information necessary for the
administrator to determine that the proposed use, building, or structure complies with all
provisions of this chapter.
(C) For any use, building, or structure requiring an approved site plan, no zoning permit shall be
issued, until such time as a site plan is submitted, reviewed, and approved in accordance
with section 106-400 of this chapter.
(D) For uses or structures not requiring an approved site plan, the administrator shall determine,
in accordance with this chapter, the type of information necessary to review the permit. At a
minimum, a concept plan shall be required meeting the standards established by the
administrator.
(E) All zoning permits issued shall be valid for a period of six months, unless the structure, use
or activity for which the permit was issued has commenced. The administrator may reissue
any expired permit provided the structure, use and or activity complies with all applicable
provisions of the ordinance at the time of reissuance.
(F) The administrator shall have the authority to approve the form and content of zoning permit
applications.
Sec. 106-514. - Enforcement.
(A) The administrator shall have the responsibility for enforcing the provisions of this
chapter, and may, as necessary, solicit the assistance of other local and state officials and
agencies to assist with this enforcement.
(B) If after a reasonable effort to obtain consent from the owner or tenant to enter a
subject structure or property, the zoning administrator may make an affidavit
under oath before a magistrate and, if such affidavit establishes probable cause that
a zoning ordinance violation has occurred, request that the magistrate grant the
zoning administrator an inspection warrant to enable the zoning administrator to
enter the subject structure or property for the purpose of determining whether
violations of the zoning ordinance exist.
(C)(B) Any person whether the owner, lessee, principal, agent, employee or otherwise, who
violates any provision of this chapter, or permits either by granting permission to
another to engage in the violating act or by not prohibiting the violating act
Violators of the provisions of this chapter shall be notified in writing of observed
violations. The administrator shall state, in the written notice, the nature of the violation,
the date that the violation was observed, and the remedy or remedies necessary to correct
the violation. A reasonable time period will be established for the correction of the
violation.
(D)(C) If the administrator is not able to obtain compliance with these provisions, civil and or
criminal procedures may be initiated in accordance with city law and procedures.
(E) Violations.
1. It shall be a violation of this chapter, and shall subject the violator to the
enforcement remedies provides in this article and by state law, for any of the
following to occur:
a. To engage in any development, use, construction, reconstruction, remodeling,
or other activity of any nature upon any land and improvements, without all
the certificates, licenses, permits, or other forms of authorization required
under this chapter; or
b. To engage in any development, use, construction, reconstruction, remodeling,
or other activity of any nature in any manner which is inconsistent with the
certificates, licenses, permits, or other forms of authorization granted for the
conduct of such activity; or
c. To violate, either by commission or omission, any term, condition, or
qualification upon a certificate, license, permit, or other form of authorization
granted to allow the use, development, or other activity upon any land or
improvements; or
d. To erect, construct, reconstruct, remodel, alter, locate, relocate, maintain, or
use any building, structure, or part thereof, or to use any land in violation or
contravention of any regulation of this chapter or amendment thereto.
2. To continue any of the above-stated violations. Each day of a violation shall be a
separate offense.
Sec. 106-516. – Criminal Penalties.
(A) Pursuant to § 15.2-2286(5) of the Code of Virginia, any violation of any provision of this
chapter shall be a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $10.00 nor more than
$1,000.00.
(Ord. of 3-14-05(2))
Sec. 106-518. - Civil penalties.
(A) Any owner of a building or premises where a violation of any provisions of this chapter has been
committed or shall exist, or the lessee or tenant of an entire building or entire premises where such
violation has been committed or shall exist, or the general agent, architect, builder, contractor, or any other
person who commits, takes part or assists in any such violation or who maintains any building or premises
in which any such violation shall exist, shall be punishable by a civil penalty.
(B)(A) Any violation of the following scheduled provisions of this chapter shall be subject to a civil penalty in
an amount and timing not to exceed that authorized by § 15.2-2209 of the Code of Virginia, as amended.
Council shall establish the amount of the civil penalty.
List Schedule of Violations Subject To
Civil Penalties
1. (Reserved).
2. (Reserved).
(C)(B) Each day during which a violation is found to exist shall be a separate offense. However, Tthe same
violation arising from the same operative set of facts may be charged not more than once in a ten-day
period, and the total civil penalties from a series of such violations arising from the same set of operative
facts shall not exceed $5,000.00.
(D)(C) The issuance of a civil penalty for a particular violation of the zoning ordinance pursuant to this section
shall be in lieu of criminal sanctions except when such violation results in injury to any person or persons.
(E)(D) The administrator, or the administrator's designee, may issue a civil summons for a scheduled violation.
Any person summoned or issued a ticket for a scheduled violation may make an appearance in person or in
writing by mail to the city treasurer prior to the date fixed for trial in court. Any person so appearing may
enter a waiver of trial, admit liability, and pay the civil penalty established for the offence charged. Such
persons shall be informed of their right to stand trial and that a signature to an admission of liability will
have the same force and effect as a judgment of court.
(F)(E) If a person charged with a scheduled violation does not elect to enter a waiver of trial and admit liability,
the violation shall be tried in the general district court in the same manner and with the same right of appeal
as provided for by law. A finding of liability shall not be deemed a criminal conviction for any purpose.
(G)(F) No provision herein shall be construed to allow the imposition of civil penalties for (1) activities related
to land development or (2) for violation of any provision of a local ordinance relating to the posting of
signs on public property or public rights-of-way.
Sec. 106-520.1. - Commission study and action.
(A) All proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance shall be referred by the Council to the Commission
for study and recommendation. The Commission shall study proposals to determine:
ARTICLE VI DEFINITIONS AND USE TYPES
Sec. 106-602.5. - Civic use types.
[The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to
them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:]
Guidance services. A use providing counseling, guidance, recuperative, or similar services for persons
requiring rehabilitation assistance or therapy for only part of a 24 hour day. This use type shall not include
facilities operated for the treatment of drug addiction and substance abuse. that dispense and/or
administer controlled substances and/or pharmaceutical products operated for the treatment of drug
addiction and substance abuse and/or mental health disorders. Non-medicinal counseling-based
treatment of drug addiction and substance abuse and/or mental health disorders may be considered
guidance services after review by the administrator. Facilities that do dispense and/or administer
controlled substances and/or pharmaceutical products for the treatment of drug addiction and
substance abuse and/or mental health disorders shall be considered an Outpatient mental health and
substance abuse clinic.
Sec. 106-602.7. - Office use types.
[The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to
them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:]
Medical office/clinic. A facility used for human health care of the body, such as medical, dental,
therapeutic, chiropractic or similar consultation, diagnosis, and treatment by one or more practitioners
licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Medical offices/clinics provide outpatient care on a routine
basis, and may offer minor surgical care, but do not provide overnight care or serve as a base for an
ambulance service.
Outpatient mental health and substance abuse clinic. An establishment which provides outpatient
services primarily related to the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders, alcohol, or other drug
or substance abuse disorders. Services may include the dispensing and administering of controlled
substances and pharmaceutical products by professional medical practitioners licensed by the
Commonwealth of Virginia. Examples may include but are not limited to outpatient alcohol treatment
centers, outpatient detoxification centers, outpatient drug and substance abuse centers, and outpatient
mental health centers.
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:
John E. Saunders -
William D. Jones -
Byron Randolph Foley -
James W. Wallace, III –
Renee F. Turk –
Passed:
Effective:
Mayor
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Item 6E
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Consider ordinance on first reading amending Chapter 18, Article
II, Building Code, Section 18-38, Amendments, and Article VII,
Historic Structures, Section 18-657, Maintenance of historic
buildings, pertaining to the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building
Code, and the maintenance of historic structures of THE CODE OF
THE CITY OF SALEM.
SUBMITTED BY: Mary Ellen Wines, Zoning Administrator
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The state updates the Uniform Statewide Building Code every three years. In order to stay
current, occasional updates to the building chapter of the city code are required. In addition,
as part of the Community Development Block Grant and the community’s desire to hold
property maintenance to a higher level, the maintenance of historic structures has been
proposed. This proposal would include all designated historic structures and structures
within a historic district. This authority derives from property maintenance through the
building code and not through zoning law, so an architectural review board is not required.
There are no specific appearance requirements, only that the maintenance of buildings is
mandatory to avoid deterioration by neglect. The city has incentivized many projects within
historic structures, and this will help protect that investment.
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED CHANGES:
ARTICLE II – BUILDING CODE
SECTION 18-38. Amendments:
1. Adding structures in addition to buildings regarding unsafe buildings. Amending
the building code name from BOCA to Virginia Property Maintenance Code.
1a. Amending the code section from 116 to 119 part I establishing the Board of
Appeals.
1c. Amending the code section from 102 to 202 part 1 of the USBC defining the
Building Official.
ARTICLE VI. – HISTORIC STRUCTURES
SECTION 18-657 – Maintenance of historic buildings
It is found that the owner of a historic building has the responsibility to protect
and preserve, in perpetuity, the structural and visual components of such building.
Every building listed on any historic register or located within any designated
historic district shall be kept in good repair. All exterior portions of such buildings
and all related interior portions thereof, must be maintained to prevent the exterior
of such building to fall into a state of disrepair and/or be exposed to the elements.
Deterioration by neglect, is expressly prohibited. Therefore, the reasonable
maintenance of historic buildings is required as follows:
(1) The decorative features of the building, including but not limited to,
molding, filigree, and cornices, shall be maintained.
(2) The exterior of the building, including, but not limited to, walls, vertical
supports, horizontal support members, roofs, chimneys, siding, doors,
windows, shall be maintained.
(3) Any painted exterior surfaces shall be maintained.
(4) Any other necessary maintenance required by the Building Official that
prevents the deterioration of a historic building.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff is continuously reviewing City Code and recommends making these changes to keep it
up to date and applicable
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND, REVISE, REORDAIN, AND ENACT, CHAPTER 18, BUILDINGS AND BUILDING
REGULATIONS, ARTICLE II, BUILDING CODE, SECTION 18-38 AND BY ADDING ARTICLE VII, HISTORIC
STRUCTURES, SECTION 18- 651 THROUGH 18-657 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA,
PERTAINING TO THE BUILDING CODE.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, THAT Section 18-38, Article II,
Building Code, and SECTION 18- 651 through 18-657, inclusive, Article VII, Historic Structures, Chapter
18, of The Code of the City of Salem, Virginia, be amended, revised, reordained, and enacted to read as
follows:
CHAPTER 18
BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE II BUILDING CODE
Sec. 18-38. - Amendments.
The Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code is amended and reordained in the
following respects:
(1) Unsafe buildings or structures. In addition to the administrative and
enforcement provisions contained in the BOCA National Virginia Property
Maintenance Code, adopted in the Uniform Statewide Building Code, as
amended from time to time, the provisions of this section shall apply to unsafe
buildings and structures. The following words when used in this section for the
purposes of this section shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them
in this section, except in those instances where the context clearly indicates a
different meaning:
a. Board means the board of appeals established under section 116.0 119 of
volume part I of the Uniform Statewide Building Code.
b. Building means every building or structure which:
1. Shows 33 percent or more of damages or deterioration of the
supporting members, or 50 percent of damage or deterioration of the
non-supporting, enclosing or outside walls or covering;
2. Has improperly distributed loads upon the floors or roof or is otherwise
overloaded, or which has insufficient strength to be reasonably safe for
the purpose for which it is used;
3. Has been damaged by fire, wind or other causes so as to become
dangerous to the life, safety or health of the occupants thereof or other
inhabitants of the city;
4. Is so dilapidated, decayed or unsafe as to become dangerous to the
safety of the inhabitants of the city; or
5. Has parts thereof which are so attached that they may fall or otherwise
become detached and cause personal injury or damage to other
property.
c. Building official shall be as defined in section 102.0 202 of volume part I of
the Uniform Statewide Building Code.
ARTICLE VII. - HISTORIC STRUCTURES
Sec. 18-657. – Maintenance of historic buildings.
It is found that the owner of a historic building has the responsibility to
protect and preserve, in perpetuity, the structural and visual components of such
building. Every building listed on any historic register or located within any
designated historic district shall be kept in good repair. All exterior portions of
such buildings and all related interior portions thereof, must be maintained to
prevent the exterior of such building to fall into a state of disrepair and/or be
exposed to the elements. Deterioration by neglect, is expressly prohibited.
Therefore, the reasonable maintenance of historic buildings is required as
follows:
(1) The decorative features of the building, including but not limited to,
molding, filigree, and cornices, shall be maintained.
(2) The exterior of the building, including, but not limited to, walls, vertical
supports, horizontal support members, roofs, chimneys, siding, doors,
windows, shall be maintained.
(3) Any painted exterior surfaces shall be maintained.
(4) Any other necessary maintenance required by the Building Official that
prevents the deterioration of a historic building.
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:
John E. Saunders -
William D. Jones -
Byron Randolph Foley -
James W. Wallace, III –
Renee F. Turk –
Passed:
Effective:
Mayor
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Item 6F
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Consider ordinance on first reading to amend, revise, and
reordain Chapter 94, Vegetation, pertaining to nuisances of THE
CODE OF THE CITY OF SALEM.)
SUBMITTED BY: Mary Ellen Wines, Zoning Administrator
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
To create a more proactive nuisance enforcement process, it is proposed that Chapter
94, Vegetation, be amended to the Nuisance chapter to include weeds, trees, hedges,
trash, stagnant water, vehicle tires, and infestation. To promote this proactive method,
a civil penalty system has been suggested.
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED CHANGES:
SECTION 94.1 Definitions
Adds the definitions for each type of nuisance and expands who is responsible for said
violations.
SECTION 94-3 Declaration of nuisances; abatement required
Lists each type of nuisance. Weeds, trees, hedges, trash, stagnant water, vehicle tires,
and infestations.
SECTION 94-5 Report of violation
Any person aggrieved by a nuisance may report it.
SECTION 94-7 Inspection of site violation: notice to abate
Describes the inspection process.
SECTION 94-9 Failure to abate nuisances
Describes the process should the nuisance continue after notification.
SECTION 94-11 Civil penalties
Describes the civil penalty system for nuisances.
SECTION 94-13 Criminal penalties
Describes the criminal penalty system for nuisances.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff is continuously reviewing City Code and recommends making these changes to keep it
up to date and applicable.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND, REVISE, AND REORDAIN CHAPTER 94 VEGETATION
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, THAT SECTION
30-4, REMOVAL OF TRASH, GARBAGE, ETC. BE REPEALED AND CHAPTER 94
NUISANCES BE ADOPTED, AMENDED, REVISED, AND REORDAINED, AND THE
CODE OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
Chapter 94 – Vegetation Nuisances
Sec. 94-1. - Cutting grass, weeds, etc.
All persons shall keep their premises, whether owned, leased, occupied, or in
their charge, clear of grass, weeds and other foreign growth and, if after written
notice from the city manager or the building official, such grass, weeds and
foreign growth are not cut within a period of 15 days from such notice, then the
person in question shall be guilty of a class 4 misdemeanor. After the expiration
of such 15 days, the city manager or the building official may cause such grass,
weeds and other foreign growth to be cut and removed, where necessary, and
the cost thereof shall thereupon be chargeable to and be collected from the
owner of the premises in question, or the person leasing, occupying or having
such premises in his charge, as taxes or levies are or may be collected.
Sec. 94-1. - Definitions.
The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this article, shall
have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the
context clearly indicates a different meaning:
Abatement cost: The city’s cost of labor, equipment, and supplies for, or
the contract price of, and any charges to, the city, with respect to the
removal and disposal of weeds or trash from a parcel.
Enforcement agent: ·The City Manager or his designee.
Owner:· Any person shown by any public record to have an interest in
real estate lying within the city corporate limits upon which a nuisance exists
as of the date of the abatement of the nuisance under this section. Owner
shall also mean any person having charge thereof as an executor,
administrator, trustee, guardian or agent, and the beneficiary of any
easement or right of use thereof.
Parcel: Any real estate (and any interest therein) lying in the City of
Salem, Virginia, identified by a City of Salem Official Tax Map Number,
and including the area in the public right-of-way which is between the
property line of the real estate which is identified by a City of Salem
Official Tax Map Number and the curb, the improved portion of a
roadway, or the centerline of any alley or unimproved street.
Responsible party: Includes, but is not limited to, the owner, occupier, or
possessor of the premises where the nuisance is located.
Rubbish: Combustible and noncombustible waste materials, except
garbage; the term shall include the residue from burning of wood, coal, coke,
and other combustible materials, papers, rags, cartons, boxes, wood, excelsior,
rubber, leather, tree branches, yard trimmings, tin cans, metals, mineral matter,
glass, crockery and dust and other similar items.
Trash: Abandoned personal property, garbage, refuse, rubbish, litter,
or debris on any parcel which might endanger the health of other residents
of the city.
Weed or weeds: Any plant, grass or other vegetation over ten (10)
inches in height growing upon a parcel in the City of Salem, excluding
trees, ornamental shrubbery, vegetable and flower gardens purposefully
planted and maintained by the property owner or occupant free of weed
hazard or nuisance, cultivated crops, or undisturbed woodland not
otherwise in violation.
Sec. 94-3 Declaration of nuisances; abatement required .
It shall be unlawful for any person who owns or occupies property
to permit a nuisance as set forth in this chapter to exist on any parcel
within the corporate limits of the city. The responsible party shall abate
any nuisance as defined herein. The following conditions, when allowed to
exist on property, are hereby declared to be nuisances:
1. Weeds growing on any parcel except weeds on property zoned
AG Agricultural or in active farming operation, or in the case of a
parcel greater than one (1) acre in area natural vegetation
growing more than fifty feet from every property line shall not
constitute a public nuisance.
2. Trees or parts thereof in danger of falling or have fallen onto
neighboring property, buildings, structures, vehicles, or any
public right-of-way. Trees growing into a structure resulting in
damage to structural elements shall also be deemed a
nuisance.
3. Hedges, shrubs, trees or other vegetation, any part of which
extends or protrudes into any street, sidewalk, public right-of-
way, grass strip or alley so as to obstruct or impede or
threaten the safe and orderly movement of persons or
vehicles.
4. Trash, as defined herein, which is not contained in an
approved container that conforms to the requirements of
Sections 70-42 and 70-45.
5. Accumulation of stagnant water leading to the breeding of
mosquitoes.
6. Vehicle tires that have been removed from the rim.
7. Infestation by bats, rodents, insects, arachnids, or vermin.
8. Any other condition that threatens the health, safety, order,
and convenience of the public.
Sec 94-5 Report of violation
Any person aggrieved by the any of the above nuisances may
report such violation to the enforcement agent.
Sec. 94-7. - Inspection of site of violation: notice to abate.
Upon receipt of a report the enforcement agent shall cause the
site of the reported violation to be inspected pursuant to applicable
constitutional and statutory provisions. When the enforcement agent
has determined from such reports and inspections or otherwise that a
violation in fact exists, he shall issue a notice of violation to the
responsible parties. A notice of violation shall be posted on the
property if possible and mailed by U. S. Postal mail to the address on
the real estate record. For the nuisance of weeds, only one notice of
violation shall be issued per growing season (April 1 until November
1). The notice of violation shall instruct the responsible party to abate
the nuisance within fifteen (15) days of the delivery, mailing, or
posting of the notice.
Sec. 94-9 Failure to abate nuisances
1. After the expiration of such 15 days, the enforcement agent may cause
the removal of the nuisance, where necessary, and the cost thereof,
including an administrative fee, shall thereupon be chargeable to and
be collected from the responsible parties, as taxes or levies are or may
be collected.
2. Every charge which remains unpaid shall constitute a lien again such
property ranking on a parity with liens for unpaid real estate taxes.
Sec. 94-11 Civil penalties
1. Violations of this chapter shall be subject to a civil penalty, not to
exceed $50 for the first violation, or violations arising from the same set
of operative facts. The civil penalty for subsequent violations not
arising from the same set of operative facts within 12 months of the first
violation shall not exceed $200. Each business day during which the
same violation is found to have existed shall constitute a separate
offense. In no event shall a series of specified violations arising from
the same set of operative facts result in civil penalties that exceed a
total of $3,000 in a 12-month period.
2. Should the responsible party wish to appeal to the General District
Court, a hearing shall be set, and the responsible party shall be
notified.
Sec. 94-13 Criminal penalties
Except as provided in this subsection, civil penalties shall be in lieu of
criminal penalties and shall preclude prosecution of such violation as a
misdemeanor. However, such violations shall be a Class 3 misdemeanor in the
event three civil penalties have previously been imposed on the same
defendant for the same or similar violation, not arising from the same set of
operative facts, within a 24-month period. Classifying such subsequent
violations as criminal offenses shall preclude the imposition of civil penalties for
the same violation.
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:
John E. Saunders -
William D. Jones -
Byron Randolph Foley -
James W. Wallace, III –
Renee F. Turk –
Passed:
Effective:
Mayor
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Item 6G
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Public hearing on effective real estate tax rate for fiscal year 2021-
2022
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Section 58.1-3321, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, when the total
assessed value of real property, excluding additional assessments due to new construction
or improvements to property, exceeds last year's total assessed value of real property by
1% or more, the effective tax rate increase must be calculated. The City’s real property
assessments, excluding new construction and improvements to property, increased 2.85%
over the previous year. Therefore, the City must calculate the effective tax rate increase,
advertise the effective tax rate increase and conduct a public hearing pertaining to the
effective tax rate increase. The calculated effective tax rate increase is 2.75%.
The advertisement was published in the Roanoke Times on April 23, 2021 as required by
the Code of Virginia.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Conduct the public hearing. No action is required by Council at this time.
Item 6H
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Request to levy the following tax rates for the 2021-2022 fiscal year:
a) Real Estate tax rate of $1.20 per $100 assessed
valuation
b) Personal property tax rate of $3.40 per $100 assessed
valuation
c) Machinery and tools tax rate of $3.20 per $100
assessed valuation
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Chapter 8, Section 8.3 of the City Charter requires the City Council to annually lay a tax
levy for the ensuing fiscal year on all property, real and personal, subject to taxation for city
purposes.
State law requires a public hearing be held when the assessment increase for real estate is
in excess of 1 percent or a tax rate change is proposed in real estate, personal property or
machinery and tools tax. The 2021 reassessment increased the assessed value by more
than 1%. A public hearing was held on May 24, 2021.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends adopting the attached resolution which sets the tax rates for the 2021-
2022 fiscal year.
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, MAY 24, 2021:
RESOLUTION 1395
A RESOLUTION IMPOSING TAXES ON REAL ESTATE, TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY, MACHINERY AND
TOOLS, AND ALL LEGAL SUBJECTS OF TAXATION FOR CITY PURPOSES, INCLUDING THE PROPERTY OF
RAILROAD, EXPRESS, TELEPHONE, TELEGRAPH, WATER, HEAT (GAS), LIGHT, AND POWER COMPANIES
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that taxes be and are
hereby levied for the support of the City government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021, and
ending June 30, 2022, as follows:
1. Upon all real estate and improvements thereon (not exempt from taxation by law)
within the City, there shall be and is hereby levied a tax of one dollar and twenty cents
($1.20) on every one hundred dollars ($100.00) assessed valuation thereof;
2. Upon all tangible personal property (except as hereinafter excepted), and other and
sundry legal subjects of taxation, including the property of railroad, express, telephone,
telegraph, water, heat (gas), light and power companies (not exempt from taxation by
law), there shall be and is hereby levied a tax of three dollars and forty ($3.40) on every
one hundred dollars ($100.00) assessed valuation thereof; provided, however, those
certain household goods and personal effects classified in Section 58.1-3504 of the
Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended to date, are hereby exempted from this levy.
3. Upon all machinery and tools, there shall be and is hereby levied a tax of three dollars
and twenty cents ($3.20) on every one hundred dollars ($100) assessed valuation
thereof.
This resolution shall be in full force and effect on July 1, 2021.
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John E. Saunders –
William D. Jones –
Byron Randolph Foley –
James W. Wallace III –
Renee F. Turk –
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Item 6I
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution approving the amended Electric Rate Tariffs
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Attached is a resolution approving the amended electric rate tariffs. City staff has
calculated the power cost adjustment (PCA) that is needed for electric bills beginning on
July 1, 2021 to be $0.0039. The electric rate tariffs have been updated to include this
PCA. These updated tariffs, if approved, will become effective for billing on or after July 1,
2021.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approving the attached resolution approving the updated electric rate
tariffs to be effective for all bills issued on or after July 1, 2021.
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, MAY 24, 2021:
RESOLUTION 1396
WHEREAS, the City of Salem owns and operates its own electric utility, regulated by locally
elected officials of the City for the benefit of its residents and businesses; and
WHEREAS, the City of Salem electric utility provides reliable service at rates for City
residents that are competitive with other municipal utilities; and
WHEREAS, the City has adopted a "Book of Electric Rates" that provides for electric charges
and other special terms and conditions applicable to electric customers of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to amend this "Book of Electric Rates" by readopting Schedule
R.S. (Codes 01), Schedule S.W.S. (Code 06), Schedule S.G.S. (Code 04), Schedule M.G.S. (Codes 05,
75), Schedule L.G.S. (Codes 09, 79), Schedule L.P.S. (Codes 50, 51), Schedule A.F.L.S. (Code 56),
Schedule O.L. (Codes 07, 07L, 08, 08L, 31, 32, 32L, 33, 34, 34L, 37, 38, 38L and 39), Schedule N.M.
(Code 88), Schedule T.S., Virginia – Street Lighting Rates, Schedule P.C.A., ADDITIONAL FEES, and
Terms and Conditions of Service; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that the City's "Book of
Electric Rates" is hereby amended in compliance with the above codes and terms and
conditions, copies of which are attached, and that the rates are adopted for use on all electric
utility bills rendered on or after July 1, 2021.
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John E. Saunders –
William D. Jones –
Byron Randolph Foley –
James W. Wallace III –
Renee F. Turk –
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
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CITY OF SALEM VIRGINIA
Effective July 1, 2021 Print date 5/14/2021
SCHEDULE R.S.
(Residential Electric Service)
CODE 01
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for electric service through one meter to individual residential customers, including rural residential customers engaged
principally in agricultural pursuits.
MONTHLY RATE
Electric Base Charge................................................. $ 8.25 per month
Energy Charge
All metered KWH.................................. $ 0.107500 per KWH
Power Cost Adjustment
All KWH…………………………... $ 0.00390 per KWH
POWER COST ADJUSTMENT:
The charges in the above MONTHLY RATE are subject to the provisions of the City of Salem’s Schedule P.C.A., which is included herein by
reference.
MINIMUM CHARGE
This Schedule is subject to a minimum charge equal to the Electric Base Charge.
PAYMENT
Bills are due upon presentation and payable at the Utility Collections Office located in City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem,
Virginia or at authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem. Payment is due when indicated on the bill. A penalty of $5.00 per service in
the case of residential service or five percent (5%) of the bill for commercial and Industrial service will be added to the bill for any payment not
received on or before the due date. Any account which becomes 25 days past due is subject to being cutoff for non-payment.
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
See Terms and Conditions of Service.
This Schedule is available to rural and domestic customers engaged principally in agricultural pursuits where service is taken through
one meter for residential purposes, as well as for the usual farm uses outside of the home, but service under this Schedule shall not be extended
to operations of a commercial nature or operations such as processing, preparing or distributing products not raised or produced on the farm,
unless such operation is incidental to the usual residential and farm uses.
Normally, this Schedule is available for single phase service only. However, at the City of Salem, Virginia's option, and subject to the
City of Salem, Virginia's Terms and Conditions of Service relating to the extension of service, three phase service may be provided to individual
residences under this Schedule, when all service on such Schedule is taken through one meter and usage is for domestic or agricultural purposes.
Where three phase power service is required and/or where motors or heating equipment are used for commercial or industrial purposes, the
applicable power Schedule will apply to such power service.
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CITY OF SALEM VIRGINIA
Effective July 1, 2021 Print date 5/14/2021
SCHEDULE S.W.S.
(Sanctuary Worship Service)
CODE 06
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available to the synagogue or church building in which the sanctuary or the principal place of worship is located.
MONTHLY RATE
Electric Base Charge................................................. $ 10.00 per month
Demand Charge
All KW of Billing Demand............... $ 0.00 per KW
Energy Charge
All metered KWH.................................. $ 0.10900 per KWH
Power Cost Adjustment
All KWH…………………………... $ 0.00390 per KWH
POWER COST ADJUSTMENT:
The charges in the above MONTHLY RATE are subject to the provisions of the City of Salem’s Schedule P.C.A., which is included herein by
reference.
MEASUREMENT OF BILLING DEMAND
The billing demand in KW shall be taken each month as the highest registration of a 15-minute peak in kilowatts as registered during
the month by a demand meter or indicator.
MINIMUM CHARGE
This Schedule is subject to a minimum charge equal to the Electric Base Charge.
PAYMENT
Bills are due upon presentation and payable at the Utility Collections Office located in City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem,
Virginia or at authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem. Payment is due when indicated on the bill. A penalty of $5.00 per service in
the case of residential service or five percent (5%) of the bill for commercial and Industrial service will be added to the bill for any payment not
received on or before the due date. Any account which becomes 25 days past due is subject to being cutoff for non-payment.
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
See Terms and Conditions of Service.
TERM OF CONTRACT
See Terms and Conditions.
Auxiliary buildings of church organizations, such as classrooms, day care centers, etc., are not eligible for this rate unless electrical
wiring is integrated to the building wiring in which the sanctuary is located and all buildings are metered through one meter.
An exemption will be granted to Sanctuary Worship Service customers whose electric service was separated prior to January 1, 2000
for the purpose of separating the electric service of auxiliary buildings from the electric service to the building for the principal place of worship.
This exemption shall allow for a maximum of two Sanctuary Worship Service meters.
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SCHEDULE S.G.S.
(Small General Service)
CODE 04
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for general service customers with electrical capacity requirements of 25 KW or less per month. When a customer being
served under this Schedule exceeds 25 KW per month for more than two months during the past twelve months, the customer will be placed on
the appropriate rate Schedule.
MONTHLY RATE
Electric Base Charge................................................. $13.25 per month
Demand Charge
All KW of Billing Demand............... $ 0.00 per KW
Energy Charge
All metered KWH.............................. $ 0.10300 per KWH
Power Cost Adjustment
All KWH…………………………… $ 0.00390 per KWH
POWER COST ADJUSTMENT:
The charges in the above MONTHLY RATE are subject to the provisions of the City of Salem’s Schedule P.C.A., which is included herein by
reference.
MEASUREMENT OF BILLING DEMAND
The billing demand in KW shall be taken each month as the highest registration of a 15-minute peak in kilowatts as registered during
the month by a demand meter or indicator.
MINIMUM CHARGE
This Schedule is subject to a minimum monthly charge equal to the Electric Base Charge.
PAYMENT
Bills are due upon presentation and payable at the Utility Collections Office located in City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem,
Virginia or at authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem. Payment is due when indicated on the bill. A penalty of $5.00 per service in
the case of residential service or five percent (5%) of the bill for commercial and Industrial service will be added to the bill for any payment not
received on or before the due date. Any account which becomes 25 days past due is subject to being cutoff for non-payment.
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
See Terms and Conditions of Service.
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SCHEDULE M.G.S.
(Medium General Service)
CODE 05, 75
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for general service customers with electrical capacity requirements exceeding 25 KW per month for more than two months
during the past twelve months but less than 400 KW per month.
Customers may, at the City of Salem, Virginia’s discretion, be required to contract for capacity in 50 KW increments.
MONTHLY RATE DELIVERY VOLTAGE
Secondary (05) Primary (75)
Electric Base Charge................................................. $13.25 per month $17.35 per month
Demand Charge
All KW of Billing Demand............... $ 5.20 per KW $ 4.00 per KW
Energy Charge
All metered KWH............................. $ 0.08920 per KWH $ 0.08850 per KWH
Power Cost Adjustment
All KWH…………………………… $ 0.00390 per KWH $ 0.00390 per KWH
Reactive Demand Charge for each KVAR of leading or
Lagging reactive demand……………………… $ 0.30 per KVAR $ 0.30 per KVAR
POWER COST ADJUSTMENT:
The charges in the above MONTHLY RATE are subject to the provisions of the City of Salem’s Schedule P.C.A., which is included herein by
reference.
MEASUREMENT OF BILLING DEMAND
The billing demand in KW shall be taken each month as the highest registration of a 15-minute peak in kilowatts as registered during
the month by a demand meter or indicator.
The monthly billing demand established hereunder shall not be less than 60% of the greater of 1) the customer's contract capacity or
2) the customer's highest previously established monthly billing demand during the past 11 months.
The reactive demand in KVAR shall be taken each month as the single highest 15-minute peak KVAR as registered during the month
by a demand meter or indicator.
Billing demands shall be rounded to the nearest tenth of a KW and KVAR.
MINIMUM CHARGE
This Schedule is subject to a minimum monthly charge equal to the Electric Base Charge, plus such additional charges as are derived
from application of the energy charge and demand charge.
PAYMENT
Bills are due upon presentation and payable at the Utility Collections Office located in City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem,
Virginia or at authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem. Payment is due when indicated on the bill. A penalty of $5.00 per service in
the case of residential service or five percent (5%) of the bill for commercial and Industrial service will be added to the bill for any payment not
received on or before the due date. Any account which becomes 25 days past due is subject to being cutoff for non-payment.
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
See Terms and Conditions of Service.
TERM OF CONTRACT
See Terms and Conditions.
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SCHEDULE L.G.S.
(Large General Service)
CODE 09, 79
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for general service customers with electrical capacity requirements exceeding 100 KW per month for more than two months
during the past twelve months but less than 1,000 KW per month.
Customers may, at the City of Salem, Virginia’s discretion, be required to contract for capacity in 50 KW increments.
MONTHLY RATE DELIVERY VOLTAGE
Secondary (09) Primary (79)
Electric Base Charge................................................. $38.50 per month $75.00 per month
Demand Charge
All KW of Billing Demand............... $14.15 per KW $12.75 per KW
Energy Charge
All metered KWH.............................. $ 0.06140 per KWH $ 0.05990 per KWH
Power Cost Adjustment
All KWH…………………………… $ 0.00390 per KWH $ 0.00390 per KWH
Reactive Demand Charge for each KVAR of leading or
Lagging reactive demand……………………… $ 0.30 per KVAR $ 0.30 per KVAR
POWER COST ADJUSTMENT:
The charges in the above MONTHLY RATE are subject to the provisions of the City of Salem’s Schedule P.C.A., which is included herein by
reference.
MEASUREMENT OF BILLING DEMAND
The billing demand in KW shall be taken each month as the highest registration of a 15-minute peak in kilowatts as registered during
the month by a demand meter or indicator.
The monthly billing demand established hereunder shall not be less than 60% of the greater of 1) the customer's contract capacity or
2) the customer's highest previously established monthly billing demand during the past 11 months.
The reactive demand in KVAR shall be taken each month as the single highest 15-minute peak KVAR as registered during the month
by a demand meter or indicator.
Billing demands shall be rounded to the nearest tenth of a KW and KVAR.
MINIMUM CHARGE
This Schedule is subject to a minimum monthly charge equal to the Electric Base Charge, plus such additional charges as are derived
from application of the energy charge and demand charge.
PAYMENT
Bills are due upon presentation and payable at the Utility Collections Office located in City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem,
Virginia or at authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem. Payment is due when indicated on the bill. A penalty of $5.00 per service in
the case of residential service or five percent (5%) of the bill for commercial and Industrial service will be added to the bill for any payment not
received on or before the due date. Any account which becomes 25 days past due is subject to being cutoff for non-payment.
TERM
12 months
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
See Terms and Conditions of Service.
TERM OF CONTRACT
See Terms and Conditions.
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SCHEDULE L.P.S.
(Large Power Service)
CODE 50, 51
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for general service customers with normal maximum demands greater than 1,000 KW. Each customer shall contract for a
definite amount of electrical capacity in kilowatts which shall be sufficient to meet the customer's normal maximum demand, but in no case shall
the capacity contracted for be less than 1,000 KW. The City of Salem, Virginia shall not be required to supply capacity in excess of the capacity
for which the customer has contracted. Contracts shall be in multiples of 100 KW.
MONTHLY RATE DELIVERY VOLTAGE
Secondary (51) Primary (50)
Electric Base Charge................................................. $375.00 per month $375.00 per month
Demand Charge
All KW of Billing Demand.............. $15.00 per KW $13.50 per KW
Energy Charge
All metered KWH.............................. $ 0.05820 per KWH $ 0.05820 per KWH
Power Cost Adjustment
All KWH…………………………… $ 0.00390 per KWH $ 0.00390 per KWH
Reactive Demand Charge for each KVAR of leading or
Lagging reactive demand………………………. $ 0.30 per KVAR $ 0.30 per KVAR
POWER COST ADJUSTMENT:
The charges in the above MONTHLY RATE are subject to the provisions of the City of Salem’s Schedule P.C.A., which is included herein by
reference.
DETERMINATION OF BILLING DEMAND
The monthly billing demand in KW shall be taken each month as the highest registration of a 15-minute peak in kilowatts as
registered during the month by a demand meter or indicator. The monthly billing demand established hereunder shall not be less than the greater
of: 1) 60% of the customer's contract capacity or 2) 60% of the customer's highest monthly billing demand during the prior 11 months.
The reactive demand KVAR shall be taken each month as the highest single 15-minute peak in KVAR as registered during the month
by a KVAR meter or indicator.
Billing demands shall be rounded to the nearest tenth of a KW and KVAR.
MINIMUM CHARGE
This Schedule is subject to a minimum monthly charge equal to the Electric Base Charge, plus such additional charges as are derived
from application of the energy charge, demand charge and reactive demand charge.
PAYMENT
Bills are due upon presentation and payable at the Utility Collections Office located in City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem,
Virginia or at authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem. Payment is due when indicated on the bill. A penalty of $5.00 per service in
the case of residential service or five percent (5%) of the bill for commercial and Industrial service will be added to the bill for any payment not
received on or before the due date. Any account which becomes 25 days past due is subject to being cutoff for non-payment.
TERM
12 months
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
See Terms and Conditions of Service.
TERM OF CONTRACT
See Terms and Conditions.
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SCHEDULE A.F.L.S.
(Athletic Field Lighting Service)
CODE 56
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for general service for outdoor lighting and incidental use with electrical capacity requirements exceeding 25 KW, through
one meter for athletic fields sponsored by public schools, communities, civic organizations or other public institutions.
MONTHLY RATE DELIVERY VOLTAGE
Secondary or Primary (56)
Electric Base Charge................................................. $14.25 per month
Energy Charge
All metered KWH............................. $ 0.11750 per KWH
Power Cost Adjustment
All KWH…………………………… $ 0.00390 per KWH
POWER COST ADJUSTMENT:
The charges in the above MONTHLY RATE are subject to the provisions of the City of Salem’s Schedule P.C.A., which is included herein by
reference.
MINIMUM CHARGE
This Schedule is subject to a minimum monthly charge equal to the Electric Base Charge, plus such additional charges as are derived
from application of the energy charge.
PAYMENT
Bills are due upon presentation and payable at the Utility Collections Office located in City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem,
Virginia or at authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem. Payment is due when indicated on the bill. A penalty of $5.00 per service in
the case of residential service or five percent (5%) of the bill for commercial and Industrial service will be added to the bill for any payment not
received on or before the due date. Any account which becomes 25 days past due is subject to being cutoff for non-payment.
TERM
12 months
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
See Terms and Conditions of Service.
TERM OF CONTRACT
See Terms and Conditions.
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SCHEDULE O.L.
(Outdoor Lighting)
CODES 07, 07L, 08, 08L, 31, 32, 32L, 33, 34, 34L, 37, 38, 38L, 39,
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for outdoor lighting to individual customers located outside areas covered by municipal street lighting systems.
MONTHLY RATE
A. Overhead Lighting Service
For each of the following, the City of Salem, Virginia will provide lamp, photo-electric relay control equipment, luminaire and
upsweep arm not over 6 feet in length, and shall mount same on an existing wood distribution pole by the City of Salem, Virginia which can be
connected to existing secondary facilities by one span of not over 150 feet.
Initial
Code Wattage Lumens Type of Lamp KWH Total
(07) 100 9,500 H.P. SODIUM 40 $10.50
(07L) 50 5,000 LED 18 $10.50
(08) 250 30,000 H.P. SODIUM 105 $14.75
(08L) 96 13,000 LED 35 $14.75
(31) 250 (Flood) 28,500 H.P. SODIUM 105 $15.25
(32) 400 (Flood) 50,000 H.P. SODIUM 167 $19.50
(32L) 186 28,000 LED 67 $19.50
(33) 400 (Flood) 36,000 METAL HALIDE 158 $19.50
(34) 1000 (Flood) 110,000 METAL HALIDE 378 $40.00
(34L) 550 65,000 LED 198 $40.00
Additional Facilities
Where additional facilities are requested, the customer shall pay in advance the total installation cost of such additional facilities extending from
the nearest or most suitable pole of the City of Salem, Virginia to the point designated by the customer.
B. Post-Top Lighting Service
For each of the following, the City of Salem, Virginia will provide lamp, photo-electric relay control equipment, post-top luminaire
and installation (the type and height of which will be consistent with the City of Salem, Virginia’s construction standards), including
underground wiring for a distance of 30 feet from the City of Salem, Virginia’s existing secondary facilities.
Initial
Code Wattage Lumens Type of Lamp KWH Total
(37) 70 5,800 H.P. SODIUM 29 $15.75
(38) 150 22,000 H.P. SODIUM 59 $16.50
(38L) 116 11,000 LED 42 $16.50
(39) 86 4,350 LED 28 $22.00
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
When new facilities in addition to those specified above are to be installed by the City of Salem, Virginia, the customer will, in addition to the
above monthly charge, pay in advance the installation cost of such facilities.
Standard post heights for post top lighting are 8', 10', 12' and 14' mounting height. 12' and 14' post are only available within a distance of 10'
from a public road.
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SCHEDULE O.L.
(Outdoor Lighting)
CODES 07, 07L, 08, 08L, 31, 32, 32L, 33, 34, 34L, 37, 38, 38L, 39,
(continued)
PAYMENT
Bills are due upon presentation and payable at the Utility Collections Office located in City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem,
Virginia or at authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem. Payment is due when indicated on the bill. A penalty of $5.00 per service in
the case of residential service or five percent (5%) of the bill for commercial and Industrial service will be added to the bill for any payment not
received on or before the due date. Any account which becomes 25 days past due is subject to being cutoff for non-payment.
HOURS OF LIGHTING
All lamps shall burn from one-half hour after sunset until one-half hour before sunrise, every night and all night.
TERM
12 months
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SCHEDULE N.M.
(Net Metering Rider)
Code 88
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for new or existing customers who take standard service from the City, own and operate an eligible renewable energy
generator designed to operate in parallel with the City’s system and who request to connect to the City’s system. Net metering customers must
take service under one of the standard rate schedules.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
1. For purposes of this Schedule, an eligible renewable energy generator is an electrical generating facility which complies with all of the
following requirements:
a.) has a capacity less than or equal to 10 kW for customers taking service under rate code 01, and not more
than 500 kW for customers taking service under rate codes 04, 06, 05, 75, 09, 79, 50, or 51;
b.) uses solar or wind as its total energy source;
c.) is owned and operated by the customer and is located on the customer’s premises at the customer’s service location;
d.) is designed and installed to operate in parallel with the City’s system without adversely affecting the operation of
equipment and service of the City and its customers and without presenting safety hazards to City and customer
personnel; and
e.) is intended primarily to offset all or part of the customer’s own electricity requirements.
2. Renewable energy generator equipment and installations shall comply with all applicable safety and performance standards of the
National Electrical Code. The equipment and installation shall comply with UL 1741 and IEEE 1547 standards for grid-tie operation.
3. All customers wanting to connect a renewable energy generator to the City’s electric system shall contact the Electric Department and
the Building Inspector’s Office to provide connection details and get the appropriate permits.
4. For renewable energy generators with an alternating current capacity of greater than 25 kW, some additional requirements may need
to be met:
a.) electric distribution facilities and customer impact limitations – a review of existing facilities and expected impacts to
power quality may be required;
b.) secondary and service limitations – a review of existing secondary and service equipment may be required;
c.) protection schemes – a review of the generator protective scheme and the coordination with the distribution protection.
5. The City shall have the right to inspect and test the renewable energy generator equipment and installation prior to interconnection.
The City also reserves the right to conduct additional tests and inspections and install additional equipment or meters at any time
following interconnection. If such tests indicate adverse effects on the City’s electric system, the customer shall be required to correct
the problem in a timely manner. If the problem is not satisfactorily corrected, the City reserves the right to disconnect customer’s
service.
6. The customer is solely responsible for all equipment and installation costs of the renewable energy generator facility. The City shall
not be liable for any damages to renewable energy generator equipment arising from the interconnection to the City’s
distribution system including, but not limited to, lightning, outages, or voltage regulation.
7. The renewable energy generator installation must have a visibly open, lockable, manual disconnect switch which is accessible by the
City and clearly labeled.
MONTHLY CHARGES
All monthly charges shall be in accordance with the standard billing schedule under which the customer takes service. Such charges
shall be based on the customer’s net energy for the billing period, to the extent that the net energy exceeds zero. If the customer’s net energy for
the billing period is zero or negative, the customer shall pay only the charges from the standard rate schedule not based on energy consumption
(kWh). The customer shall receive no compensation from the City for excess generation (“negative net energy”) during the billing period. The
negative net energy will be carried forward and credited against positive energy usage in subsequent billing periods.
Negative net energy is not transferable, and the customer shall receive no compensation from the City for any negative net energy
upon termination of service from the City.
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SCHEDULE T.S.
(Temporary Service)
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for lighting and general service for a limited duration, where capacity is available, to nonpermanent installations such as
construction projects, transient uses such as traveling shows, fairs, exhibitions, outdoor or indoor entertainment, seasonal installations, or under
other circumstances where the City of Salem, Virginia has reason to believe that the facilities installed will not be used for a permanent supply of
electricity. Temporary service shall be provided through its own separately metered delivery point.
OWNERSHIP OF FACILITIES
All facilities necessary for service, including fixtures, controls, poles, transformers, secondaries, lamps and other appurtenances, shall
be owned and maintained by the City of Salem, Virginia. All service and necessary maintenance will be performed only during the regular
scheduled working hours of the City of Salem, Virginia. The City of Salem, Virginia shall be allowed 48 hours after notification by the customer
to replace all burned-out lamps.
TERM OF CONTRACT
Variable
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
See Terms and Condition of Service
A deposit equal to the full estimated amount of the bill and/or construction costs under this Schedule may be required at the option of
the City of Salem, Virginia.
The customer will be required to pay an additional charge equal to the total cost of installation, connection, disconnection, and
removal of the facilities required to serve the temporary load.
MONTHLY RATE
Temporary service will be supplied only under the City of Salem, Virginia's Tariff Schedules S.G.S., M.G.S., and L.G.S. when the
City of Salem, Virginia has available unsold capacity.
PAYMENT
Bills are due upon presentation and payable at the Utility Collections Office located in City Hall, 114 North Broad Street, Salem,
Virginia or at authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem. Payment is due when indicated on the bill. A penalty of $5.00 per service in
the case of residential service or five percent (5%) of the bill for commercial and Industrial service will be added to the bill for any payment not
received on or before the due date. Any account which becomes 25 days past due is subject to being cutoff for non-payment.
MINIMUM CHARGE
The same minimum charges as set forth applicable to the Schedule under the Schedule under which temporary service is supplied
shall be applicable to such temporary service and in no case shall the minimum charge be less than one full monthly minimum charge under such
schedule.
NON-RECOVERABLE COST OF TEMPORARY SERVICE
Charges for temporary service installations are based on the estimated non-recoverable costs of installing and removing the necessary
facilities to render electric service. In addition, the customer receiving service will pay the cost of energy which will be billed on the applicable
tariff.
Metering:
Secondary metering, single phase, self contained $60.00
Secondary metering, single phase, with current transformer $250.00
Secondary metering, three phase, self contained $75.00
Line Extensions (transformers not included):
1 pole tap, single phase $500.00
2 pole tap, single phase $750.00
Transformers – Single Phase:
37.5 kVA $250.00
75 kVA $300.00
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SCHEDULE T.S.
(Temporary Service)
(continued)
Notes:
Where installation involves a transformer and a one or two pole tap, the charge for the transformer and metering should be added to
the charge for the line to determine the total non-recoverable cost to be charged to the customer.
Where line extensions in excess of two poles and transformer installations in excess of 75 kVA are required, estimates will be secured
from the Electric Department before non-recoverable costs are quoted to the customer.
No money for clearing right-of-way is included in line estimates. This should be added to costs if applicable.
Estimates include money for surveying and engineering expense.
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Virginia - Street Lighting Rates
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE
Available for lighting service sold for the lighting of public streets, public highways and other public outdoor areas in municipalities
and political subdivisions where such service can be supplied from the existing general distribution system.
MONTHLY RATE
A. Overhead Service on Existing Secondary Distribution Facilities
KWH / Month Cost / Month
High Pressure Sodium
100 watt 40 $ 8.50
250 watt 103 $15.00
400 watt 167 $20.00
LED
40 Watt 15 $8.50
96 Watt 35 $15.00
183 Watt 66 $20.00
B. Service on City of Salem, Virginia owned Standard Metal, Concrete, or Ornamental Poles, or Wood Poles Served from
Underground Distribution
KWH / Month Cost / Month
High Pressure Sodium
100 watt 40 $18.60
150 watt 59 $20.90
250 watt 103 $25.00
400 watt 167 $30.00
LED
40 Watt 15 $18.60
116 Watt 42 $20.90
96 Watt 35 $25.00
183 Watt 66 $30.00
Downtown
51 Watt Overhead 19 $59.00
55 Watt Post Top (2 fixtures per pole) 40 $112.40
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Decorative and other non-standard fixtures and/or poles are not included in the standard street lighting rate but may be installed at the
option of the City of Salem, Virginia.
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SCHEDULE P.C.A.
(Power Cost Adjustment)
APPLICABILITY
This clause is applicable to and becomes a part of each electric rate schedule in which reference is made to Schedule W.P.C.A.
FORMULA
The amount charged for each kWh of energy sold by the City of Salem may be increased in accordance with the following:
Where:
PCA = Power cost adjustment factor; provided, however, that such factor shall not be less than zero.
C = The estimated total cost of power in dollars to be purchased by the City of Salem for the twelve-month period.
P = The estimated total kilowatt-hours to be purchased by the City of Salem for the twelve-month period.
S = The estimated total kilowatt-hours to be sold by the City of Salem for the twelve-month period.
B = The average cost of wholesale power per kilowatt-hour purchased by the City of Salem which is recovered in the City of
Salem's retail rate schedules, currently $0.07258.
The PCA factor will be computed according to the above formula for a twelve-month period beginning July of each fiscal year.
Should it appear at any time during the twelve-month period that continued use of the PCA factor then in effect for the remainder of the twelve-
month period will result in a substantial under recovery of the power cost, the City of Salem may modify the existing PCA factor to recover the
applicable power cost more accurately. However, the PCA factor will not be less than zero.
Power cost and kilowatt-hours used in the above formula may exclude such quantities applicable to certain customers billed under
rate schedules not subject to the PCA factor.
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ADDITIONAL FEES
MISCELLANEOUS
Reconnection Charge for Non-payment $25.00
$75.00 after hours or on weekends
$250.00 Commercial, Fraudulent, or Denial of Access*
Meter Check for Accuracy $50.00*
* Deposit required. See Terms and Conditions below.
POLE ATTACHMENT FEES AND OTHER CHARGES
Annual Pole Attachment Fee $29.38 per attachment per year
One-time License Agreement Fee $1,000
Permit Application Fee $25.00 per pole per application
Unauthorized Attachment Penalty Fee 5 times annual fee per occurrence, for residential service drop
10 times annual fee per occurrence, for all other
Failure to Abandon or Remove Facilities Penalty ¼ annual rate per day per pole
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
APPLICATION
A copy of the Rate Schedules and Standard Terms and Conditions under which service is to be rendered to the customer will be
furnished upon request at the City of Salem, Virginia's office. The customer shall elect the Schedule upon which his application for service shall
be based.
A written agreement may be required from each customer before service will be commenced. A copy of the agreement will be
furnished to the customer upon request.
When the customer desires delivery of energy at more than one point, a separate agreement will be required for each separate point of
delivery. Service delivered at each point of delivery will be billed separately under the applicable Schedule.
PAYMENTS
Meters will be read monthly, except that readings may be estimated on occasion as necessary. All initial and final bills will be based
on actual meter readings.
Bills will be rendered by the City of Salem, Virginia to the customer monthly in accordance with the Schedule selected applicable to
the customer's service, with the following exception:
Year-round residential customers shall have the option of paying bills under the City of Salem, Virginia's equal payment
plan (Budget Plan), whereby the total service for the succeeding 12-month period is estimated in advance, and bills are rendered
monthly on the basis of one-twelfth of the 12-month estimate. The City of Salem, Virginia may at any time during the 12-month
period adjust the estimate so made, and the bills rendered in accordance with such estimate, to conform more nearly with the actual
charges for service being experienced. The normal equal payment period will be 12 months, commencing in any month selected by
the City of Salem, Virginia, but in those cases where billing is commenced during a month which leaves less than 12 months until the
beginning of the next normal equal payment period to which the customer is assigned, payments shall be calculated on the basis of
the months in such period.
In case the actual charges for the service used during any equal payment period exceeds the bills as rendered on the equal
payment plan, the amount of such excess shall be paid by the customer on or before the due date of the bill covering the last month of
the equal payment period in which such excess appears. In case the actual charges for the service used during the equal payment
period is less than the amount paid under the equal payment plan during such period, the amount of such overpayment shall, at the
option of the City of Salem, Virginia, either be refunded to the customer or credited on the customer's last bill for the period.
If a customer fails to pay bills as rendered on the equal payment plan, the City of Salem, Virginia shall have the right to
withdraw the plan with respect to such customer and to restore the customer to billing as provided for in the applicable Schedules, in
addition to any other rights which the City of Salem, Virginia may have under such Schedules in case of arrearage in the payment of
bills.
All bills are payable at the business offices or authorized collection agencies of the City of Salem, Virginia within the time limits
specified in the Schedule. The word "month" as used herein and in the Schedules is hereby defined to be the elapsed time between two
successive meter readings approximately thirty (30) days apart. In the event of the stoppage of or the failure of any meter to register the full
amount of energy consumed, the customer will be billed for such period on an estimated consumption based upon his use of energy in a similar
period of like use, and the customer shall pay to the City of Salem, Virginia such estimated amount.
Where indicated on the applicable tariff schedule, a delayed payment charge, indicated on the appropriate rate schedule, will be
applied to any outstanding account balances, excluding local consumer utility taxes, not received by the City of Salem, Virginia by the date
indicated in the payment provision of the applicable tariff schedule.
INSPECTION
It is in the interest of the customer to properly install and maintain his wiring and electrical equipment, and the customer shall at all
times be responsible for the character and condition thereof. The City of Salem, Virginia is not required to inspect such wiring and electrical
equipment, and in no event shall the City of Salem, Virginia be responsible therefor or liable for any damages to person or property caused by
such wiring or equipment.
Where a customer's premises are located in a municipality or other governmental subdivision where inspection laws or ordinances are
in effect, the City of Salem, Virginia may withhold furnishing service to new installations until it has received notification from the appropriate
governmental official that the inspection laws or ordinances have been complied with.
SERVICE CONNECTIONS
The City of Salem, Virginia shall, when requested to furnish service, designate the location of its service connection. The customer's
wiring shall, except for those cases listed below, be brought outside the building wall nearest the City of Salem, Virginia's service wires so as to
be readily accessible thereto.
Contact the City of Salem, Virginia Electric Department about service connection requirements for different applications.
All inside wiring shall be grounded in accordance with the requirements of the National Electrical Code or the requirements of any
local inspection service authorized by a state or local authority.
When a customer desires that energy be delivered at a point or in a manner other than that designated by the City of Salem, Virginia,
the customer shall pay the additional cost thereof.
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CITY OF SALEM VIRGINIA
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
(continued)
RELOCATION OF CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA'S FACILITIES AT CUSTOMER'S REQUEST
Whenever, at the customer's request, the City of Salem, Virginia facilities located on the customer's premises are relocated to suit the
convenience of the customer, the customer may be required to reimburse the City of Salem, Virginia for the entire cost incurred in making such
relocation.
LOCATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA'S EQUIPMENT
In order to provide service to the customer, the City of Salem, Virginia shall have the right to construct its poles, lines and circuits on
the property or within the buildings of the customer at a point or points convenient for such purpose. The customer shall provide suitable space
for the installation of necessary measuring instruments so that such instruments will be protected from injury by the elements or through the
negligence of deliberate acts of the customer, its agents and employees.
USE OF ENERGY BY CUSTOMER
The Tariff Schedules for electric energy included in this tariff are classified by the character of use of such energy and are not
available for service except as provided therein.
A customer may not change from one Schedule to another during the term of the contract except with the consent of the City of
Salem, Virginia.
The service connections, transformers, meters and appliances supplied by the City of Salem, Virginia for each customer have a
definite capacity and no additions by any customer other than residential customers receiving service under Tariff Schedule RS to the equipment,
or load connected thereto, shall be allowed, except with the consent of the City of Salem, Virginia.
The customer shall install only motors, apparatus or appliances which are suitable for operation in connection with the character of
the service supplied by the City of Salem, Virginia and which shall not be detrimental to such service, The electric power shall not be used in
such a manner as to cause unwarranted voltage fluctuations or disturbances in the City of Salem, Virginia's transmission or distribution system.
The customer shall make no attachment of any kind whatsoever to the City of Salem, Virginia's lines, poles, crossarms, structures or
other facilities without the express written consent of the City of Salem, Virginia.
All apparatus used by the customer shall be designed, maintained and operated so as to secure the highest practicable commercial
efficiency and power factor and the proper balancing of phases. Motors which are frequently started or which are arranged for automatic control
shall be designed in a manner which gives maximum starting torque with minimum current flow, and shall be equipped with controlling devices
approved by the City of Salem, Virginia. The customer shall notify the City of Salem, Virginia of any significant increase or decrease in the
customer's connected load.
The customer shall not be permitted to operate his own generating equipment in parallel with the City of Salem, Virginia's service,
except with the express written consent of the City of Salem, Virginia.
VOLTAGE
For electricity supplied for residential service in urban areas, the City of Salem, Virginia shall endeavor to supply voltages such that
variation from nominal voltage to minimum voltage will not be more than 5% of the nominal voltage, and the variation from nominal voltage to
maximum voltage will not be more than 5% of the nominal voltage.
The City of Salem, Virginia shall not be responsible for variations in voltage in excess of those specified above arising from causes
beyond the control of the City of Salem, Virginia.
METER ACCURACY AND TESTS
The customer shall pay the City of Salem, Virginia a fee as defined in City of Salem Fee Schedule for each test requested by the
customer. The deposit shall be refunded only if the percentage registration of the meter exceeds 102%. The customer will be refunded based on
the meter error for that customer’s previous 12 monthly bills.
If the customer has been incorrectly billed because of errors other than meter accuracy, the City of Salem, Virginia shall estimate the
electricity used during the previous 12 months of incorrect registration based on all known relevant facts. If the customer has been over-billed,
their refund will be based on that estimated consumption. If the customer has been under-billed, the error will be corrected and there will be no
true-up billing.
DENIAL OR DISCONTINUANCE OF SERVICE
Except as may be otherwise provided by law, the City of Salem, Virginia reserves the right to refuse to serve any applicant for service,
or to discontinue to serve any customer after ten days' notice in writing, if the applicant or customer is indebted to the City of Salem, Virginia for
any service previously rendered at any location; provided, however, that no such notice shall be given where any emergency exists or where
fraudulent use of electricity is detected. The City of Salem, Virginia may refuse to provide service to any applicant if in the City of Salem,
Virginia's reasonable judgment the applicant's installation of wiring or electrical energy consuming equipment is regarded as dangerous or
creating a hazardous condition or is of such condition that satisfactory service cannot be provided.
The City of Salem, Virginia reserves the right to discontinue service to any customer for failure to provide and maintain adequate
security for the payment of bills as requested by the City of Salem, Virginia, for failure to comply with these Terms and Conditions of Service or
to prevent fraud upon the City of Salem, Virginia.
Any discontinuance of service shall not terminate the contract between the City of Salem, Virginia and the customer, nor shall it
abrogate any minimum charge which may be effective.
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CITY OF SALEM VIRGINIA
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
(continued)
RECONNECTION CHARGE
In cases where the City of Salem, Virginia had discontinued service as herein provided for, the customer shall pay the City of Salem,
Virginia a reconnection charge prior to the City of Salem, Virginia's reconnection of the service. Except as set forth below, the reconnection
charge for residential or small general service customer shall be as defined in City of Salem Fee Schedule. For all other customers the charge
shall be the actual cost of making the reconnection, with a minimum of $250.00. In addition, the City of Salem, Virginia may, at its option,
require a deposit from the customer prior to reconnecting the service. The reconnection charge for all customers, where service has been
disconnected for fraudulent use of electricity or where access to the meter has been denied, will be the actual cost of the reconnection, with a
minimum of $250.00.
TERM OF CONTRACT
Customer’s may at the City of Salem, Virginia’s discretion be required to contract for capacity.
Contracts under this Schedule will be made for an initial period of not less than one (1) year and shall continue thereafter until either
party has given six (6) months written notice to the other of the intention to terminate the contract. The City of Salem, Virginia will have the
right to make contracts for initial periods longer than one (1) year.
A new initial contract will not be required for existing customers who increase their contract requirements after the original initial
period, unless new or additional facilities are required.
DELIVERY VOLTAGE
The standard nominal distribution service voltages within the City of Salem, Virginia service area are:
Secondary Primary
Single Phase Three Phase
120/240 volts 12.47/7.2 KV
120/208 volts
Three Phase
120/208 volts
120/240 volts
277/480 volts
Item # 6J
Date: May 24, 2021
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM, SALEM CIVIC CENTER, 1001 ROANOKE
BOULEVARD, SALEM VIRGINIA 24153
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Consider the adoption of Resolution 1393 regarding the Book of
Rates and Fees for 2021-2022
SUBMITTED BY: Angela A. Sellers, Process Improvement/Business Efficiency
Director
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The Book of Rates and Fees are adopted each fiscal year along with the budget.
FISCAL IMPACT:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommendation is to review and adopt Resolution 1383 amending the Book of Rates
and Fees for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, May 24, 2021:
RESOLUTION 1393
WHEREAS, the City of Salem establishes rates and fees, regulated by the Code of Virginia, Salem
City Code and locally elected officials of the City for the benefit of its residents and businesses;
and
WHEREAS, the City will provide reliable services at rates and fees for city residents and
businesses that are competitive with other municipal entities; and
WHEREAS, Rates for taxes are approved in a separate resolution by the local elected officials,
THERFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that the City’s “Book of
Rates and Fees” is hereby amended to compliance with the above codes and terms and
conditions, copies of which are attached, and that the rates and fees are adopted for use on
services rendered on or after July 1, 2021.
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John E. Saunders
William D. Jones
Byron Randolph Foley
James W. Wallace, III
Reneé F. Turk
ATTEST:
________________________________________
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
Fiscal Year 2021-2022
CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
114 N. Broad St.
Salem, Virginia 24153
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City of Salem, Virginia - Book of Rates and Fees
Administrative Collection Fee
Admissions and Amusement Tax
Adoption Fee
Amplification Permit Fee
Annual Pole Attachment Fees
Asbestos Removal Permit Fee
Athletic Program Fees
Bank Franchise Tax (Bank Stock Tax)
Board of Building Code Appeals Fee
Board of Zoning Appeals-Variance Fee
Boarding Fee
Boundary Line Adjustments or Vacation of Interior Lot Lines Fee
Building Permit Fees
Bulk Collection
Business License Fees
Business License Refund Request
Certificate of Occupancy Fee
Charge for Copies-Commissioner of the Revenue
Chicken Permit Fee
City Cigarette Tax
City Code and Supplements
Commencing Work Without a Permit Fee
Communication Sales and Use Tax
Concealed Weapon Fee
Copies of Forms and Map Fees-Registrar
Copy of Business List Fee-Commissioner of the Revenue
Copy of Map Fees-Engineering
Courthouse and Jail Maintenance Fee
Courthouse and Security Assessment Fee
Credit for Water Leakage
Debt Setoff Collection Fee
Demolition Permit Fee
Dog and Cat License Tag Fees
Driveway/Curb Cut Permit Fees
EMS Fees
East Hill Cemetery Fees
Electric Rates
Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Sign, L.P. Gas and Cross Connection Permit Fees
Electronic Summons System Fee
Elevator Inspection Fee
Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Review Fee
Exemption for Disabled Veterans and Surviving Spouse of Members of the Armed Forces Killed in Action
FIOA (Freedom of Information Act)
Facility Rental Fees-Parks and Recreation
Farmer's Market Rental Fees
Fingerprint Fee
Fire Alarm System Permit Fee
Fire Hydrant Connection Fee
Fire Meter Rates
Fire/EMS/Rescue Squad Incident Report Fee
Fireworks Permit Fee
Fireworks Retail Sales License Fee
Flood Plain Determination
Going Out of Business Sales Permit Fee
Gold Permit Fee
Home Occupation Permit Fee
Inmate Processing Fee
Inoperative Motor Vehicles (Junk Cars)
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Interest on Judgements
Land Disturbing Fee
Law Library Fee
Leaf Removal
Library Fees and Charges (Other)
Library Fees for Damaged or Lost Material
Library Fines
Litter Cleanup on Private Property Fee
Local Consumption Tax
Local Use Tax
Machinery and Tools Personal Property Tax
Manufactured Home Park Operation Permit
Meter Check for Accuracy Fee
Meter Re-Read Fee
Miscellaneous Sewer Fees
Miscellaneous Water Fees
Mobile Home Tax
Mowing Personal Property Lot Fee
Occupancy Inspection Fee
Parking Ticket Fines
Penalty and Interest on Personal Property Tax
Penalty and Interest on Real Estate Tax
Personal Property Tax
Plan Review for Residential and Commercial Fees
Plan Review with a Stormwater Plan Fee
Planned Unit Development Fee (PUD)
Police Verification Report Fee
Prepared Food and Beverage Tax (Meals Tax)
Probate Tax
Public Right of Way Use Fees
Public Service Corporation Local Tax
Public Vehicle Fees (Taxicabs and for Hire Vehicles)
Re-Inspection Code Compliance Fee
Real Estate Tax Rate
Reconnect Fee for Nonpayment-Utilities
Recordation Tax
Recreation Program Fees
Refund of Permits
Reimbursement of Expenses Incurred in Responding to Certain Traffic Incidents
Return Check Fee
Rezoning Fee
Right of Way Permit Fee
Salem Magazine Ad Fees
Sales and Use Tax
Scrap Metal Dealer Permit Fee
Security Deposit for Utilities
Senior Center Fees
Services fees for Courts
Sewer Availability Fees
Sewer Connection Fees
Sewer Non-User Fees
Sewer Rates
Sewer Unmetered Fees
Short Term/Daily Rental Tax
Sidewalk Dining Permit
Site Plan Approval Review Fee
Site Plan Re-Review Fee-Planning
Special Events-Parks and Recreation
Special Exception Permit Fee
Special Regulatory Tax-State
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State Consumption Tax
Stormwater Appeal Fee
Street and Alley Vacating Review Fee
Subdivision Plan Copy Fee-Engineering
Subdivision Plan Review Fee
Tax Freeze for the Elderly and Disabled on Real Estate Taxes
Taxicab Service Charge
Temporary Electric Inspection Fee
Temporary Service Fees (Electric)
Tent and Membrane Structures Over 900 Square Feet Permit Fee
Tipping Fee
Towing of Abandon or Stopped Vehicles
Transient Lodging Tax (Lodging Tax)
Trash Service/Dumpster Fees
Use Not Provided for Permit Fee
Utility License Tax
Utility Service Late Payment Fee
Utility Service Tax-Local
Utility Service Turn On Fees
Vehicle License Fee (VLF)
Vehicle Registration Withholding Program Fee
VIP Parking Fee-Civic Center
Virginia Stormwater Management Program Fees (VSMP Fees)
Water Availability Fees
Water Connection Fees
Water Non-User Fee
Water Rates
Yard Sale/Garage Sale Permit Fee
Zoning Certification Letter Fee
Zoning Ordinance
Zoning Permit Fee
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
TREASURER
TREASURER FEES
ADMINISTRATIVE COLLECTION FEE
Assessing Department:
Treasurer
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The fee is to cover administrative costs of collection which is imposed upon the person
or persons owing delinquent taxes or other charges. There is further imposed upon a
person or persons owing delinquent taxes or other charges an attorney's or collection
agency's fees, actually contracted for, not to exceed 20% of the taxes or other charges
so collected. Any Administrative fee shall be in addition to all penalties and interest.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Administrative Collection fee is collected subsequent to 30 or more days after
notice of delinquent and the fee is 30.00$
The Administrative Collection fee is collected subsequent to judgement and the fee is 35.00$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (07-22-2010)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article I, Section 82-5.1
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 39, Article 2, Section 58.1-3919; 58.1-
3958
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COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
ADMISSIONS AND AMUSEMENT TAX
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Admissions Tax is a tax based on admission charges. An admission charge is the charge made for
each admission to any amusement or entertainment, exclusive of any federal tax, but including a
charge made for season tickets, whether obtained by contribution or subscription, and including a
cover charge or a charge made for the use of seats or tables, whether reserved or otherwise, and
for similar accommodations in the city.
Types of events on which this tax shall be levied include, but are not limited to, civic centers,
stadiums, sports events, lectures, fairs, swimming pools, musical performances, theaters, roller
skating rinks, dances, etc. *Non-profit organizations are not exempt from collecting of the
admissions tax. The Admissions Tax is paid by the person purchasing the ticket, not the
organization.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Admission Tax rate is
7% of the
amount paid for
the admission
to any place of
amusement or
entertainment
Due Date: The last day of the month following the month in which taxes were collected by the
consumer. Please remit tax and Admission Tax form to City of Salem Commissioner of The Revenue
PO Box 869 Salem VA 24153. Checks can be made out to City of Salem.
Penalty for late payment: Shall in no case exceed the amount of the tax assessable.
10% the first
month, 5% for
each month
thereafter, up
to a maximum
of 25% or
$10.00
whichever is
greater
Interest: May commence not earlier than the first day following the day such taxes are due.10% Annually
In the case of a false or fraudulent return with intent to defraud the city of any tax due under this
article, a penalty of 50 percent of the tax shall be assessed against the person required to collect
such tax.
Failure to Pay or Violation of Code: Any person violating or failing to comply with any provision of
the Code governing this tax, shall be guilty of a Class 1 Misdemeanor. Conviction of such violation
shall not relieve such person from the payment, collection, or remittance of the Admissions Tax.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective dates: (11-24-2016); (07-07-2016); (02-09-1981); (07-01-1979)
Resolutions: 1253 (07-01-2014) Budget Resolution
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article VII, Section 82-206-218
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 38, Article 5, Section 58.1-3817; Title 58.1, Subtitle
III, Chapter 39, Article 2, Section 58.1-3916
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POLICE
POLICE/ANIMAL CONTROL FEE
ADOPTION FEE
Assessing Department:
Animal Control
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:Animals adopted from the City of Salem Animal Shelter has an adoption fee, but a
certificate for having the animal spayed or neutered is issued to the owners. The
procedure needs to be complete within 30 days of adoption.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Adoption is 30.00$
Legal Authorization:
Code of Virginia, Title 3.2, Subtitle V, Chapter 65, Article 6, Section 3.2-6546
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
AMPLIFICATION PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The Code of the City of Salem (Section 30-2) requires the issuance of a permit prior to
any person operating or controlling or causing to be used, operated or controlled any
loudspeaker or other mechanical device, apparatus, machine or instrument of any
nature or kind whatsoever whereby the human voice or music is intensified or
amplified. Approval of and subsequent issuance of a permit for amplification in no
way relieves or exempts the permit holder(s) from accountability for the observance
of city ordinance regulating noise.
Amplification Permit can be found on the City of Salem Police Department website:
www.salemva.gov.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for an Amplification Permit is No Charge
The following stipulations apply: a) the volume of such equipment utilized for
amplification will be kept to a level so as not to create a nuisance or disturb people of
reasonable sensibilities and, b) this permit can be revoked at any time by the Chief of
Police or his duly appointed representative.
Legal Authorization:
Salem City Code, Chapter 30, Article I, Section 30-2
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ELECTRIC
UTILITY FEES
ANNUAL POLE ATTACHMENT FEES
Assessing Department:
Electric
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Companies requesting to install communications lines in the City of Salem need to
contact the City Attorney to begin the process of applying for a Right-of-Way Use
Agreement.
To attach to City-owned poles, a separate Pole Attachment Agreement must also be
signed by the applicant and the City.
Salem uses a Pole Attachment Agreement instead of the Public Right of Way Use fee.
See the City of Salem Electric Department website under Rates, for more details:
www.salemva.gov
Rates or Fees Amount Amount
The Annual Pole Attachment Fees are as follows:
Annual Pole Attachment Fee
$29.38 per
attachment per
year
One-time License Agreement Fee $1,000.00
Permit Application Fee
$25.00 per pole
per application
Unauthorized Attachment Penalty Fee
5 times annual
fee per
occurrence, for
residential
service
10 times annual fee
per occurrence, for
all other
Failure to Abandon or Remove Facilities Penalty
1/4 annual rate
per day per pole
Pole Attachment Fees are subject to review and change
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions for Electric Book of Rates: 1386 (07-01-2020); 1270 (07-01-2016); 1230 (07-
01-2013); 1204 (07-01-2012); 1185 (07-01-2011); 1161 (07-01-2010); 1141 (09-01-2009)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article II, Division 3, Section 90-279
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
ASBESTOS REMOVAL PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
An Asbestos Removal Permit is required on Commercial structures, per 1985
construction, to certify whether there is asbestos or not. Permit fee is based on
estimated cost of removal.
Rates or Fees Amount
Asbestos Removal Permit fee is based on estimated cost of removal. See the Building
Inspections Department website for the Building Permit fees: www.salemva.gov
Zoning Permit 20.00$
2% State levy must be added to all permits issued.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-27-1986) Adopted Virginia Uniform Statewide
Building Code
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) Zoning Permit Fee; 976 (07-01-
2001) Revised schedule of fees; 644 (05-01-1989) Revised schedule of fees; 386 (09-
01-1974) adopted fees; (02-25-1974) adopted the Southern Standard Building Code
State Levy: 1218 (12-10-2012); 1184 (05-23-2011); 1162 (06-04-2010); 1155 (03-08-
2009) 2%; (07-01-2008) 1.75%; (04-01-1992) 1%
VUSBC Section 108.1, 110.3
Salem City Code, Chapter 18, Article II, Section 18-36; Chapter 106, Article V, Section
106-506
Code of Virginia, Title 54.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 5, Article 1, Section 54.1-503 (Identify
presence of asbestos)
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PARKS AND RECREATION
PARKS AND RECREATION FEES
ATHLETIC PROGRAM FEES
Assessing Department:
Parks and Recreation
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City of Salem Parks and Recreation department offers a full schedule of
adult and youth team sports.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Athletic Program fees are as follows:
Adult Team Softball $350.00 per Team
Adult Team Touch Football $400.00 per Team
Adult Team Basketball $350.00 per Team
Youth Baseball/Softball $40.00 per participant
Youth Football $40.00 per participant
Youth Girls/Boys Soccer $40.00 per participant
Youth Girls/Boys Basketball $40.00 per participant
Youth Cheerleading $40.00 per participant
Parks and Recreation Participation Fee - Non-resident/tuition students only per
sport $50.00 plus the participation fee of $40.00 for the sport chosen.$90.00 per participant
Late Registration for all Youth Sports $25.00
Great Beginnings Instructor Fee
Youth Summer Camps-Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Lacrosse,
Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball $10.00 per participant
Taliaferro Complex Facility Fee-Tickets equal to or greater than $8.01 $1.00
Taliaferro Complex Facility Fee-Tickets equal to or less than $8.01 $0.50
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (01-01-2014); 1218 (12-10-2012); 1184
(05-23-2011); 1162 (06-10-2010); 1155 (03-08-2010); 1139 (07-01-2009)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
BANK FRANCHISE TAX (BANK STOCK TAX)
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The Commonwealth of Virginia levies a Bank Franchise Tax on all banks in Virginia. Salem
is permitted to charge an additional franchise tax. If a locality imposes the local tax, then
a bank is entitled to a credit against the State Franchise Tax equal to the total amount of
local franchise tax paid.
Rate or Fee Amount
Bank Franchise Tax for Salem is
$.80 on each
$100.00 of
actual value
of all bank
stock of all
banks, both
National and
State located
in the City of
Salem
Due Date: June 1st of each year.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (12-07-1978)
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle I, Chapter 12, Section 58.1-1208
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
BOARD OF BUILDING CODE APPEALS FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
There is an application process to appeal a decision made by the Building
Official. See the City of Salem Building Inspections Department website:
www.salemva.gov
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Board of Building Code Appeals is
$200.00 and
petitioner pays the
full advertisement
cost
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1050 (03-24-2005)
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-512
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS-VARIANCE FEE
Assessing Department:
Zoning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
This fee is charged to individuals wishing to file an appeal before the Board of Zoning
Appeals.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Board of Zoning Appeals is
$200.00 and
petitioner pays the
full advertisement
cost, per appeal
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1050 (03-14-2005); 902 (08-10-
1998); 607 (10-27-1987); 416 (12-15-1981); 347 (02-05-1979)
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Section 106-226.9; Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-
512; Chapter 106, Section 106-528
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 22, Article 1, Section 15.2-2204
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POLICE
POLICE/ANIMAL CONTROL FEES
BOARDING FEE
Assessing Department:
Police/Animal Control
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City of Salem Animal Shelter charges a fee to pet owners for the pick up and
boarding of a pet.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fee for Boarding is $10.00 per day
The Pick up fee is $20.00
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (02-18-2010); (10-26-1992) $3.00 per day
Salem City Code, Chapter 14, Article IV, Division 1, Section 14-90
Code of Virginia, Title 3.2, Subtitle V, Chapter 65, Article 6, Section 3.2-6585
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENTS OR VACATION OF INTERIOR LOT LINES FEE
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
For Boundary Line Adjustments or Vacation of Interior Lot Lines the Engineering
Department must be contacted (540-375-3032).
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Boundary Line Adjustment or Vacation of Interior Lot Lines is 75.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolution: 1050 (03-24-2005)
Salem City Code, Chapter 78, Article IV, Section 78-401
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
BUILDING PERMIT FEES
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Building permits are required for new, addition or alteration and demolition of residential
buildings and for new, addition or alteration, demolition and re-roof of commercial buildings.
A Building Permit will not be issued until a Zoning Permit is obtained. Requirements can be
found on the City of Salem Building Inspections Department website: www.salemva.gov.
2% Levy: Local building departments are required to collect a 2% Levy of fees charged for
permits issued under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC) and transmit
those fees quarterly to the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
(DHCD) to support training programs of the Virginia Code Academy.
Fees Listed below are for permits obtained prior to the start of work. If a permit is obtained
after work has started, fees will be twice the amount shown up to $250.00.
Rates or Fees:
Cost of
Building
Permit
Below is the schedule for Building Permits:
VALUATION Fee
Minimum Fee - $4,000.00 35.00$
5,000.00 40.00$
6,000.00 46.00$
7,000.00 52.00$
8,000.00 58.00$
9,000.00 64.00$
10,000.00 70.00$
11,000.00 76.00$
12,000.00 82.00$
13,000.00 88.00$
14,000.00 94.00$
15,000.00 100.00$
16,000.00 106.00$
17,000.00 112.00$
18,000.00 118.00$
19,000.00 124.00$
20,000.00 130.00$
Over $20,000.00 Equals $130.00 plus $4.50 per Thousand Dollars or Fraction Thereof
21,000.00 134.50$
22,000.00 139.00$
23,000.00 143.50$
24,000.00 148.00$
25,000.00 152.50$
26,000.00 157.00$
27,000.00 161.50$
28,000.00 166.00$
29,000.00 170.50$
30,000.00 175.00$
31,000.00 179.50$
32,000.00 184.00$
33,000.00 188.50$
34,000.00 193.00$
35,000.00 197.50$
36,000.00 202.00$
37,000.00 206.50$
38,000.00 211.00$
39,000.00 215.50$
40,000.00 220.00$
41,000.00 224.50$
42,000.00 229.00$
43,000.00 233.50$
44,000.00 238.00$
45,000.00 242.50$
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Building Permit Fees Continued
Rates or Fees:
Cost of
Building
Permit
VALUATION
46,000.00 247.00$
47,000.00 251.50$
48,000.00 256.00$
49,000.00 260.50$
50,000.00 265.00$
51,000.00 269.50$
52,000.00 274.00$
53,000.00 278.50$
54,000.00 283.00$
55,000.00 287.50$
56,000.00 292.00$
57,000.00 298.50$
58,000.00 301.00$
59,000.00 305.50$
60,000.00 310.00$
61,000.00 314.50$
62,000.00 319.00$
63,000.00 323.50$
64,000.00 328.00$
65,000.00 332.50$
66,000.00 337.00$
67,000.00 341.50$
68,000.00 346.00$
69,000.00 350.50$
70,000.00 355.00$
71,000.00 359.50$
72,000.00 364.00$
73,000.00 368.50$
74,000.00 373.00$
75,000.00 377.50$
76,000.00 382.00$
77,000.00 386.50$
78,000.00 391.00$
79,000.00 395.50$
80,000.00 400.00$
81,000.00 404.50$
82,000.00 409.00$
83,000.00 413.50$
84,000.00 418.00$
85,000.00 422.50$
86,000.00 427.00$
87,000.00 431.50$
88,000.00 436.00$
89,000.00 440.50$
90,000.00 445.00$
91,000.00 449.50$
92,000.00 454.00$
93,000.00 458.50$
94,000.00 463.00$
95,000.00 467.50$
96,000.00 472.00$
97,000.00 476.50$
98,000.00 481.00$
99,000.00 485.50$
100,000.00 490.00$
Over $100,000.00 Equals $490.00 plus $3.50 per Thousand or Fractions Thereof
200,000.00 840.00$
300,000.00 1,190.00$
400,000.00 1,540.00$
500,000.00 1,890.00$
Over $500,000.00 Equals $1,890.00 plus $2.50 per Thousand or Fraction Thereof
600,000.00 2,140.00$
700,000.00 2,390.00$
800,000.00 2,640.00$
900,000.00 2,890.00$
1,000,000.00 3,140.00$
Over $1,000,000.00 Equals $3,140.00 plus $1.75 per Thousand or Fraction Thereof
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-27-1986) Adopted Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016 Reaffirm 07-01-2014); 1253 (07-01-2014) Zoning Permit Fee;
976 (07-01-2001) Revised schedule of fees; 644 (05-01-1989) Revised schedule of fees; 547
(10-14-1985) Policy regarding installation of backflow preventive valves; 386 (09-01-1974)
adopted fees; 209 (02-25-1974) adopted the Southern Standard Building Code
State Levy: 1218 (12-10-2012); 1184 (05-23-2011); 1162 (06-04-2010); 1155 (03-08-2009) 2%;
(07-01-2008) 1.75%; (04-01-1992) 1%
Salem City Code, Chapter 18, Article III, Section 18-36; Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-
506
Code of Virginia, Title 36, Chapter 6, Article 1, Section 36-105
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
STREETS, SANITATION, BEAUTIFICATION AND BUILDING MAINTENANCE
STREET FEES
BULK COLLECTION/PICKUP
Assessing Department:
Collecting Department:
N/A
Description:
The city will pick up certain items placed at the curb. For more details on the
definition of Bulk Waste, please see the City of Salem Street, Sanitation and General
Maintenance Departments website: www.salemva.gov
Rates or Fees Amount
Bulk Collection No Charge
All persons shall keep their premises, whether owned, leased, occupied, or in their
charge, clear of trash, garbage, refuse, litter and other substances which might
endanger the health or safety of the other residents of the city. Council is of the
considered opinion that it is unequitable and burdensome to require the cost of such
unusual and out of the ordinary services to be borne by the taxpayers in general. If
the debris placed to be picked up becomes a health, safety or nuisance, then the city
will charge
$250.00 plus
$25.00
administrative
fee up to one
hour, plus
$200.00 each
additional hour
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (02-21-2002) Placement of Bulk Items; (02-21-2001);
(07-01-1981); (06-01-1978) Penalties for certain trash; (08-01-1971) Brush size
regulations
Resolutions: 385 (07-01-1980) Charges for unusual and out of the ordinary services
1/2 ton $5.00 for each load. If a front end loader is needed it will be $15.00 each
load.
Salem City Code, Chapter 70, Article II, Section 70-45
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
BUSINESS LICENSE FEES
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Every person or corporate entity engaging in business in Salem must obtain a business
license within 30 days of beginning operation. Persons paid on a 1099 may be subject
to licensure also.
Rates or Fees Amount
A list of business licenses and rates/fees are as follows:
CLASSIFICATION:
TOTAL PRIOR YEAR GROSS
RECEIPTS MULTIPLIED BY TAX
RATE EQUALS TAX AMOUNT
Amusement Service Gross Receipts X .0036=Tax due
Business Service Gross Receipts X .0036=Tax due
*Contractor Gross Receipts X .0016=Tax due
Finance Gross Receipts X .0058=Tax due
Personal Service Gross Receipts X .0036=Tax due
Professional Service Gross Receipts X .0058=Tax due
**Real Estate Service Gross Receipts X .0058=Tax due
Repair Service Gross Receipts X .0036=Tax due
Retail Merchant Gross Receipts X .0020=Tax due
Short Term Rental Gross Receipts X .0020=Tax due
Utility Service Companies Gross Receipts X .5%=Tax due
Wholesale Merchant
$50.00 on the first $10,000 of
Purchases. Additional Purchases
exceeding the first $10,000 X
.0013=Tax due plus $50.00= Total
tax due
Flat Fee Licenses:
Tobacco $ 10.00
Wine & Beer On & Off $ 100.00
Wine & Beer On $ 50.00
Wine & Beer Off $ 50.00
Number of Seats Approved by ABC Board for mixed Beverages:
Number of Seats: 1-100 $ 200.00
Number of Seats: 101-150 $ 350.00
Number of Seats: Over 150 $ 500.00
Solicitor $ 15.00
Show & Sale and Flea Markets $ 30.00
Peddlers $ 200.00
Itinerant $50.00/$500.00
Regulatory License $ 150.00
Junk Dealer $ 200.00
***Home Occupation $ 30.00
Brewery/Winery $ 1,000.00
Other
Call Commissioner of the Revenue
540-375-3019
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Business License Fees Continued
Rates or Fees Amount
Important Dates:
December 31st Business forms mailed
February 15th Business Property forms need to be filed and due back to the
Commissioner of the Revenue's office. After February 15th a late filing penalty of 10%
or $10.00, whichever is greater, shall be applied to the property bill. This penalty shall
become a part of the tax.
March 1st Business License Renewal and payment are due for the current year.
May 31st Business Personal Property Payment due.
Penalty: A penalty of 10% or $10.00 whichever is greater will be assessed on the
unpaid amount and in no case should exceed the amount of the tax due.
Interest: 10% per annum shall be assessed and collected on the principal and
penalties of all such taxes and levies remaining unpaid.
Failure to Obtain a License is a criminal offense, punishable by fines, imprisonment and
/or closure of business.
*Contractors: The Virginia Workers' Compensation Act, Title 65.2 of the Code of
Virginia amendment requires that no business license be issued or reissued to a
contractor without proof of compliance. General contractors should submit a list of
subcontractor used for jobs in Salem City during the prior year. Title 54.1 of the
Code of Virginia: Any contractor who undertakes a bid upon, accept, or offers to
accept a single contract or project of $1,000 or more, must register with the State
Board of Contractors.
**Real Estate Brokers: Pursuant to Virginia Code Section 58.1-37432.2: All brokers
claiming exclusions for commissions paid to its agents must identify each agent to
whom excluded receipts have been paid and the jurisdiction in the Commonwealth
of Virginia to which the agent is subject to business license taxes. This list must be
attached in order to subtract exclusions from gross receipts.
***Home Businesses Only: You must fill in your actual gross receipts on this form
and return to the Commissioner of the Revenue's office by March 1st even if your
gross receipts are less than $8,000.00. If your Gross Receipts are under the $8,000.00
limit no license tax will be assessed. The $30.00 Home Occupation fee will be due. If
your gross receipts are over $8,000 limit, you must calculate the business license tax
and add the $30.00 home occupation fee to the total.
All forms and information can be found on the City of Salem Commissioner of the
Revenue website: www.salemva.gov
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (01-01-2016 Changed rate on Financial Services); (11-19-
2015 Added Flea Markets to the City Code); (10-07-2010); (10-19-2006); (12-07-2000);
(03-10-1997); (12-09-1996); (11-16-1994); (10-03-1991); (01-14-1991); (12-10-1990);
(08-23-1990); (01-01-1990); (07-04-1985); (04-04-1985); (10-08-1981); (01-01-1981)
Salem City Code, Chapter 22, Article II, Division I, Section 22-36 - 22-84
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 37, Section 58.1-3703 & 58.1-3706
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
BUSINESS LICENSE REFUND REQUEST
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
When a business has been sold or ceased operation a Business License Tax Refund
Request form must be filled out. If the business keeps the same Federal ID number there
would not be a refund but if the business was purchased and a new Federal ID is obtained
the new business will have a prorated business license bill.
Rate or Fee
Please allow 4-6 weeks for your refund to process. Refund will be based on tax amount
only. Penalty, Interest, and other collection or administrative fees paid are not
refundable.
Please visit the City of Salem Commissioner of The Revenue website for more
information: www.salemva.gov
Legal Authorization:
Salem City Code, Chapter 22, Article II, Section 22-57
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 37, Section 58.1-3703
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
To safeguard the health, property and public welfare by controlling the use or
occupancy of all buildings and structures with the City of Salem. This certificate is
issued after the project is complete and states the structure is approved to be
occupied and used.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Certificate of Occupancy is 30.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014 Budget Resolution) $30.00; 830
(02-26-1996); 459 (07-01-1983) $10.00
Salem City Code, Chapter 78, Article V, Section 78-508
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
CHARGE FOR COPIES
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Copies made in the City of Salem Commissioner of the Revenue office will have a fee
attached starting January 1, 2016.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a copy is
$0.50 per
copy
Legal Authorization:
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 31, Article 1, Section 58.1-3122.1
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
CHICKEN PERMIT
Assessing Department:
Zoning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The keeping of chickens support a local, sustainable food system by providing an
affordable, nutritious food source of fresh eggs. Regulations are to provide
appropriate standards for the keeping of chickens within an urban residential
environment, while protecting the residential integrity of the surrounding
neighborhood and the health and safety of the chickens. See the City Code Chapter
106, Article III and Article VI, Sections 106-316, 106-9012 and 106-318.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Chicken Permit is 25.00$
Permit must be renewed annually
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017)
Ordinance, Effective date: (07-05-2012)
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article III, Section 106-318.1 ( C )
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
FINANCE
FINANCE FEES
CITY CIGARETTE TAX
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The Cigarette Tax is added onto the price per pack, before the purchaser buys the
cigarettes.
Rate or Fee Amount
The City Cigarette Tax is .0225 per cigarette and the charges are as follows:
20 Cigarettes are $0.45 per pack
25 Cigarettes are $0.56 per pack
30 Cigarettes are $0.68 per pack
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (07-01-2013); (12-01-2002)
Resolutions: 169 (01-08-1973); 148 (06-26-1972)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article VIII, Section 82-240-254
Code of Virginia, Section 58.1-3830; 58.1-3832; 58.1-1031-1037 Enforcement
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 38, Article 7, Section 58.1-3832;
Title 58.1, Subtitle 1, Chapter 10, Section 58.1-1031-1037
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
CLERK OF COUNCIL
CITY CLERK FEES
CITY CODE AND SUPPLEMENTS
Assessing Department:
City Clerk
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
City Code and Supplements are made available to the public online.
Rate or Fee Amount
Can be obtained online at www.salemva.gov by selecting Government and City
Code.No Charge
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
COMMENCING WORK WITHOUT A PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Any person who commences any work for which a permit is required, prior to
obtaining a permit, shall pay an additional fee. A Zoning permit is also required.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fee for Commencing Work Without a Permit is
The sum equal
to twice the
normal permit
fee up to the
maximum of
$250.00
Payment thereof shall not relieve such person from prosecution as described in
Title 36, Chapter 6, Section 106 of the Code of Virginia for violating the building
code by commencing work without the permit (emergency repairs excluded if
guidelines in the SCBC are followed).
Zoning Permit is 20.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) Maximum of $250.00
Salem City Code, Chapter 18, Article II, Section 18-36 (b)
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
TREASURER
TEASURER FEES
COMMUNICATION SALES & USE TAX
Assessing Department:
Commonwealth of Virginia
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The Commonwealth of Virginia replaced many State and Local Taxes and Fees on
Communication Services with the Communication Sales & Use Tax. The tax is collected from
consumers by their service provider and is then remitted to the Virginia Department of
Taxation. The department then distributes the monies to the localities on a percentage basis
derived from their participation in the local taxes which the new flat tax superseded.
Rate or Fee
This tax replaced Consumer Utility Tax on landlines and wireless, Local 9-11 tax on landlines, a
portion of BPOL on Public Service Corporations, local video programming Excise Tax on cable TV
and local Consumer Utility Tax on cable TV.
Legal Authorization:
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article I, Section 82-10 (Local 911-tax)
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle I, Chapter 6.2, Section 58.1-645-662
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
CONCEALED WEAPON FEE
Assessing Department:
Circuit Court
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Required by State statute and referred to the Police Department by court order to
investigate the character and background of those persons applying to the court for a
concealed weapons permit. The Circuit Court receives $15.00 and the city receives
$35.00.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Concealed Weapon Permit is $50.00
The Concealed Weapon Permit must be renewed every five (5) years
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (07-03-1997)
Salem City Code, Chapter 58, Article V, Section 58-145
Code of Virginia, Title 18.2, Chapter 7, Article 6.1, Section 18.2-308.02
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
REGISTRAR
REGISTRAR FEES
COPIES OF FORMS AND MAP FEES
Assessing Department:
Registrar
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
There is a fee for copies of forms and maps.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fee for a Candidate packet is
$10.00
per set
The fee for a smaller precinct map copy is 10.00$
The fee for a large map copy is 12.00$
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
COPY OF A BUSINESS LIST FEE
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
There is a charge for a copy of a Business Listing within the city.
Rate or Fee Amount
On disk: 50.00$
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
COPY OF MAP FEES
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The city can supply all maps and surveys, Zoning Maps, Aerial Maps, Street
Maps and Tax Maps. All maps are available online at no cost. See the City of
Salem Engineering Department website: www.salemva.gov.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fee for maps are as follows:
Small Tax Map 2.00$
Large Subdivision Map 4.00$
Tax Map 2.00$
Street Map 18" x 24"10.00$
24" x 36"12.00$
36" x 48"16.00$
Aerial Map
Plus $5.00
additional fee to
customize the map
Zoning Map on CD $25.00 per copy
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COURTS
COURT FEES
COURTHOUSE & JAIL MAINTENANCE FEE
Assessing Department:
General Combined District Courts/Circuit Court/Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court
Collecting Department:
General Combined District Courts/Circuit Court/Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court
Description:
A fee shall be assessed as part of the costs in each civil action filed in the District or Circuit
Court of the city and each criminal or Traffic case in either court in which the defendant is
charged with a violation of any statute or ordinance. The fee shall be collected by the clerk
of each court and remitted to the City Treasurer and held by the Treasurer subject to
disbursements by the Council of the City for the construction, renovation, or maintenance
of the City courthouse or jail and court-related facilities and to defray increases in the cost
of heating , cooling, electricity, and ordinary maintenance.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Courthouse and Jail Maintenance for criminal, civil or traffic violation is
$2.00 per
petition,
lawsuit or
conviction
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (07-27-1992) $2.00
Code of Virginia, Title 17.1, Chapter 2, Article 7, Section 17.1-281
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
SHERIFF
SHERIFF FEES
COURTHOUSE SECURITY ASSESSMENT FEE
Assessing Department:
Sheriff
Collecting Department:
Clerk of the Circuit and General Combined District Courts
Description:
The clerks of the city's district and circuit courts, shall assess and collect the a
Courthouse Security Assessment fee as part of the costs in each criminal or traffic case
in which the Defendant is convicted of a violation of any statute or ordinance. The fee
is remitted to the city treasurer and held by the treasurer, subject to appropriation by
city council to the sheriff's office for the funding of courthouse personnel, and, if
requested by the sheriff, equipment and other personal property used in connection
with courthouse security.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Courthouse Security Personnel on criminal and traffic cases in the district
and circuit courts is
$20.00 for
each
conviction
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances Effective dates: (07-01-2020) $10.00 to $20.00, (07-01-2007) $5.00 to
$10.00, (08-07-2003) Removal of expiration date, (11-01-2002) Implemented $5.00
fee with expiration date of 07-01-2004
Salem City Code, Chapter 1, Section 1-13
Code of Virginia, Title 53.1, Chapter 3, Article 6, Section 53.1-120 d
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
WATER
UTILITY FEES
CREDIT FOR WATER LEAKAGE
Assessing Department:
Utility Billing
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
A user of water may be entitled to a credit for leakage against the user's water/sewer bill upon certain conditions.
Rates or Fees
For a water/sewer credit the following conditions need to be met:
(a) The leak is in a waterline on the property of the user; and
(b) The average cost of water and /or sewer to such user, during one monthly billing period of such leakage, shall be
at least double the monthly average cost of such water/sewer for the preceding twelve (12) months; and
( c) No such credit shall be allotted to the user until the leak is repaired by a plumbing contractor and said plumbing
contractor certifies, in writing, such repair to the Utility Billing Department; and
(d) The amount of such credit for the benefit of a user shall be one-half of such excess over and above the average
water/sewer charge for the twelve preceding months and the remaining one-half of such excess shall be paid by the
user; and
( e) Such credit shall be made no more than once to a user during a twelve (12) month period.
Should the certification required in subsection ( c ) above not be submitted, such credit as hereinabove provided
shall not be made until the fourth monthly billing period thereafter upon the determination by the City that the
leakage repair has been completed.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (03-08-2012)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 2, Section 90-259
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 21, Article 2, Section 15.2-2119.1
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
TREASURER/UTILITY COLLECTIONS
TEASURER/UTILITY COLLECTIONS FEES
DEBT SETOFF COLLECTION FEE
Assessing Department:
Treasurer/Utility Collections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer/Utility Collections
Description:
A fee may be charged to cover certain administrative costs associated with
collection of any debt owed to the city and submitted to the State Debt Setoff
collection program.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee that may be charged for Debt Set off Collection is
$25.00 per
submission is
added to the
claim send to
the state.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (07-22-2010)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article I, Section 82-5.1
Code of Virginia, Section 58.1-520.1
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
DEMOLITION PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Any demolition of residential buildings or commercial buildings require a Building Permit.
The fee is based on cost. A Zoning permit will be required before a building permit can be
issued.
Rates or Fees Amount
Demolition Permit is based on cost. See the City of Salem Building Inspections Department
website for the Building Permit fees: www.salemva.gov
Zoning permit is 20.00$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-27-1986) Adopted Virginia Uniform Statewide Building
Code
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) Start using VA Uniform Statewide Bldg
Code fees for cost of demolition to get cost of the permit and added a Zoning Permit Fee;
976 (07-01-2001) Revised schedule of fees; 644 (05-01-1989) Revised schedule of fees;
547 (10-14-1985) Policy regarding installation of backflow preventive valves; 386 (09-01-
1974) adopted fees; 209 (02-25-1974) adopted the Southern Standard Building Code
Salem City Code, Chapter 18, Article III, Section 18-36; Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-
506
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE/ANIMAL CONTROL FEES
DOG & CAT LICENSE TAG FEES
Assessing Department:
Police/Animal Control
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
A dog or cat license tag is required for every dog or cat four (4) months of age or
older in the City. The tag is renewed annually by January 31st and the Certificate of
Vaccination must be presented.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fees for Dog and Cat License tags are as follows:
Male or Female Cat or Dog Four (4) Months or Older 10.00$
Unsexed Cat or Dog 5.00$
Kennel-20 dogs or less 15.00$
Kennel-More than 20 dogs 25.00$
Duplicate Tag 1.00$
Dangerous Dog - Any dog declared dangerous by the General District Court of the
Commonwealth of Virginia within 30 days after declared dangerous (in addition to
the other applicable fees) the cost will be
$150.00 in
addition to
the annual
license fee
By January 31 of each year, until such time the dangerous dog is deceased, all
certificates shall be updated for a fee of
$85.00
annual
renewal
By January 31 of each year, the city shall submit to the State Veterinarian $90.00 for
the initial registration and $25.00 for each dangerous dog renewal
The initial registration and annual renewal fee for a dangerous dog is established by
the Code of Virginia 3.2-6540 (G) or later addition.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (04-19-2018) Dangerous Dog; (10-01-2010) Cats
added; (10-26-1992); (12-07-1989); (06-22-1989)
Salem City Code, Chapter 14, Article IV, Division 2, Section 14-131-14-139
Code of Virginia, Title 3.2, Subtitle V, Chapter 65, Article 5, Sections 3.2-6526, 3.2-
6540, 3.2-6542
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
DRIVEWAY/CURB CUT PERMIT FEES
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
A Driveway Cut Permit form must be completed to request a modification to an existing
driveway or requesting an additional driveway.
All new single family residences that require a driveway entrance pipe must install a Class
III concrete pipe and a minimum of 15' diameter in size.
Visit the City of Salem Engineering Department website for more details:
www.salemva.gov
Please contact the City of Salem Engineering & Inspections Department prior to
starting any work (540-375-3032).
Rates or Fees Amount
The fee for such driveway or crossover shall be
$50.00 per linear foot
payable in advance
For example, a standard entrance is a length of 14' at the back of the curb, plus a 2'
radius on each side for a total of 18'.
The fee for new sidewalk shall be
$20.00 per linear foot
payable in advance
The fee for new curb and gutter shall be
$20.00 per linear foot
payable in advance
The fee for new curb shall be
$15.00 per linear foot
payable in advance
Work must be performed within 45 days of permit.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (03-18-2005)
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
FIRE/EMS
FIRE/EMS FEES
EMS FEES
Assessing Department:
Fire/EMS/Rescue Squad
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The city has established reasonable fees for the provision of emergency medical
services by all emergency medical service personnel, whether provided by volunteers
or public employees.
Rates or Fees Amount
Basic Life Support (BLS) Emergency (A0429) $ 462.88
Advanced Life Support (ALS) Emergency (A0427) $ 549.67
Advanced Life Support (ALS) 2 (A0433) $ 795.57
Ambulance Response and Treatment, No Transport (A0998) $ 400.00
Mileage (A0425) $9.40 per mile
Advanced Life Support (ALS) Disposable Supplies $ 100.00
Basic Life Support (BLS) Disposable Supplies $ 60.00
Oxygen $ 50.00
Vascular Access Supplies $ 50.00
These fees are based on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) fee
schedule, they may be changed in accordance with amendments by CMS or based on
guidance provided by the City's third party biller.
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1331 (03-01-2018), 1214 (01-01-2013), 1117 (07-01-2008), 1052 (04-01-
2005), 1030 (07-08-2004)
Salem City Code, Chapter 2, Article X, Section 2-320
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING FEES
EAST HILL CEMETERY FEES
Assessing Department:
City Manager
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City maintains East Hill Cemetery and has available burial plots for sale.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fees for East Hill Cemetery are as follows:
Single space for burial $800.00
Single space for Salem residents ages 0 to 17 No Charge
Open/close for full burial $800.00
Open/close for Salem residents ages 0 to 17 No Charge
Open/close for cremains $450.00
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017); 1162 (06-14-2010); 1118 (07-01-2008)
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
ELECTRIC
UTILITY FEES
ELECTRIC RATES
Assessing Department:
Electric
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The City of Salem owns and operates it's own electricity distribution system.
Energy is purchased wholesale from American Electric Power (AEP). A monthly bill
is rendered to City customers with Electric, Water, Sewer, Toter/Trash Fee and
Dumpster Service, if requested. For more information on electric rates see the
City of Salem Electric Department website under Rates: www.salemva.gov.
Rates or Fees Description Rate Rate
The Electric Rates are as follows:
Residential Electric Service (Code 01)Electric Base Charge $8.25 per month
Energy Charge:
All metered KWH $0.10750 per KWH
Power Cost
Adjustment 0.00390 per KWH
Sanctuary Worship Service (Code 06)Electric Base Charge $10.00 per month
Demand Charge:
All KW of Billing
Demand $0.00 per KW
Energy Charge:
All metered KWH $0.10900 per KWH
Power Cost
Adjustment 0.00390 per KWH
Small General Service (Code 4)Electric Base Charge $13.25 Per month
Demand Charge:
All KW of Billing
Demand $0.00 per KW
Energy Charge:
All Metered KWH $0.10300 per KWH
Power Cost
Adjustment $0.00390 Per KWH
Delivery Voltage
Secondary (05)Primary (75)
Medium General Service (Code 05, 75)Electric Base Charge $13.25 per month $17.35 Per month
Demand Charge:
All KW of Billing
Demand $5.20 per KW $4.00 per KW
Energy Charge:
All metered KWH $0.08920 per KWH $0.08850 per KWH
Power Cost
Adjustment:
All KWH $0.00390 per KWH $0.00390 per KWH
Reactive Demand
Charge for each KVAR
of leading or Lagging
reactive demand $0.30 per KVAR $0.30 per KVAR
Delivery Voltage
Secondary (09)Primary (79)
Large General Service (Code 09, 79)Electric Base Charge $38.50 per month $75.00 per month
Demand Charge:
All KW of Billing
Demand $14.15 per KW $12.75 per KW
Energy Charge:
All metered KWH $0.06140 per KWH $0.05990 per KWH
Power Cost
Adjustment:
All KWH $0.00390 per KWH $0.00390 per KWH
Reactive Demand
Charge for each KVAR
of leading or Lagging
reactive demand $0.30 per KVAR $0.30 per KVAR
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ELECTRIC RATES CONTINUED
Rates or Fees Description Rate Rate
Delivery Voltage
Secondary (51)Primary (50)
Large Power Service (Code 50,51)Electric Base Charge $375.00 per month $375.00 per month
Demand Charge:
All KW of Billing
Demand $15.00 per KW $13.50 Per KW
Energy Charge:
All Metered KWH $0.05820 per KWH $0.05820 per KWH
Power Cost
Adjustment:
All KWH $0.00390 Per KWH $0.00390 per KWH
Reactive Demand
Charge for each KVAR
of leading or Lagging
reactive demand $0.30 per KVAR $0.30 per KVAR
Delivery Voltage
Secondary or Primary
(56)
Athletic Field Lighting Service (Code 56)Electric Base Charge $14.25 per month
Energy Charge:
All Metered KWH $0.11750 per KWH
Power Cost
Adjustment:
All KWH $0.00390 Per KWH
Outdoor Lighting (Codes 07, 07L, 08, 08L, 031, 32, 32L, 33, 34, 34L, 37, 38, 38L, 39)Type of Lamp KWH Total
Overhead lighting Service:
Code (07) Initial Wattage (100) Lumens ( 9,500)H.P. Sodium 40 10.50$
Code (08) Initial Wattage (250) Lumens (30,000)H.P. Sodium 105 14.75$
Code (31) Initial Wattage (250)Flood Lumens (28,500)H.P. Sodium 105 15.25$
Code (32) Initial Wattage (400)Flood Lumens (50,000)H.P. Sodium 167 19.50$
Code (33) Initial Wattage (400)Flood Lumens (36,000)Metal Halide 158 19.50$
Code (34) Initial Wattage (1,000)Flood Lumens (110,000)Metal Halide 378 40.00$
Code (07L) Initial Wattage (50) Lumens (5,000) LED 18 10.50$
Code (08L) Initial Wattage (96) Lumens (13,000)LED 35 14.75$
Code (32L) Initial Wattage (186) Lumens (28,000)LED 67 19.50$
Code (34L) Initial Wattage (550) Lumens (65,000)LED 198 40.00$
Post-Top Lighting Service:`
Code (37) Initial Wattage (70) Lumens ( 5,800)H.P. Sodium 29 15.75$
Code (38) Initial Wattage (150) Lumens (22,000)H.P. Sodium 59 16.50$
Code (38L) Initial Wattage (116) Lumens (11,000)LED 42 16.50$
Code (39) Initial Wattage (86) Lumens ( 4,350)LED 28 22.00$
Net Metering Rider (Code 88): Schedule N.M.
See City of Salem Electric Department website under Rates, Availability of
Service and Terms and Conditions of Service: www.salemva.gov
Temporary Service (Temporary Service):
See City of Salem Electric Department website under Rates, Availability of
Service and Terms and Conditions of Service: www.salemva.gov
Virginia - Street Lighting Rates:
Overhead Service on Existing Secondary Distribution Facilities:High Pressure Sodium KWH/Monthly Cost/Monthly
100 Watt 40 8.50$
250 Watt 103 15.00$
400 Watt 167 20.00$
LED KWH/Monthly Cost/Monthly
40 Watt 15 8.50$
96 Watt 35 15.00$
183 Watt 66 20.00$
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ELECTRIC RATES CONTINUED
Rates or Fees Description Rate Rate
Virginia - Street Lighting Rates:
Service on City of Salem, Virginia owned Standard Metal, Concrete, or
Ornamental Poles, or Wood Poles Served from Underground Distribution:High Pressure Sodium KWH/Monthly Cost/Monthly
100 Watt 40 18.60$
150 Watt 59 20.90$
250 Watt 103 25.00$
400 Watt 167 30.00$
LED KWH/Monthly Cost/Monthly
40 Watt 15 18.60$
116 Watt 42 20.90$
96 Watt 35 25.00$
183 Watt 66 30.00$
Downtown KWH/Monthly Cost/Monthly
51 Watt Overhead 19 59.00$
55 Watt Post Top (2
fixtures per pole)40 112.40$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (07-01-2004); (02-01-1997); (11-15-1994); (05-04-
1994); (05-03-1993); (08-01-1991); (05-01-1989); (12-01-1988); (05-01-1988); (01-
01-1988); (05-01-1987); (01-01-1987); (04-01-1985); (04-01-1984)
Resolutions: (07-01-2021); 1386 (07-01-2020); 1270 (07-01-2015); 1230 (07-01-
2013); 1204 (07-01-2012); 1182 (07-01-2011); 1161 (07-01-2010); 1141 (09-01-
2009); 1119 (07-01-2008); 1097 (08-01-2007); (07-01-2006) Power Cost
Adjustment increase-a resolution was not done; 1059 (08-01-2005); 960 (01-01-
2001)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article II, Division 3, Section 90-279
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, MECHANICAL, SIGN, L.P. GAS AND CROSS CONNECTION PERMIT
FEES
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
To ensure the safety of life and property from all hazards subject to structure design,
construction, occupancy, repair, removal or demolition.
Electrical permits include rewiring, change of service, in-ground swimming pool and
temporary service.
Plumbing permits include addition or replacement of fixtures and water/sewer line
replacements.
Mechanical permits include Elevator Permits, replacement of HVAC's systems, gas lines,
Fire Suppression Systems and Boiler installation.
Sign permits are issued for temporary and permanent signs. The city has a Sign
Ordinance. See the City of Salem Building Inspections website: www.salemva.gov.
Cross Connection Permits are required for all boilers, irrigation systems, and new
commercial buildings. A permit is also needed for the required annual inspection.
Backflow devices are installed and tested by a third party contractor.
All permits must be obtained prior to the start of work. If a permit is obtained after
work has started, fees will be twice the amount shown up to $250.00.
Rates or Fees Amount
The permits listed above are based on the amount of the contract or estimated cost.
The fees are as follows:
0.00 to 500.00 is 35.00$
501.00 to 1,000.00 is 40.00$
1,000.01 to 2,000.00 is 50.00$
2,000.01 to 3,000.00 is 60.00$
3,000.01 to 4,000.00 is 70.00$
4,000.01 to 5,000.00 is 85.00$
In excess of $5,000.00 the fee shall be
$85.00 plus
$4.50 for each
additional
$1,000.00 or
fraction thereof
NOTE: A 2% State Tax Levy must be added to all permit fees
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (06-07-2013) Sign Code Amended; (10-27-1986) Adopted
Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code; (02-02-1984) LP Gas fees $10.00 and $25.00;
Prior was $1.00 and $5.00 for LP Gas
Resolutions: 1253 (07-01-2014); 976 (07-01-2001) Revised schedule of fees; 644 (05-01-
1989) Revised schedule of fees; 547 (10-14-1985) Policy regarding installation of
backflow preventive valves; 386 (09-01-1974) adopted fees; 209 (02-25-1974) adopted
the Southern Standard Building Code
State Levy: 1218 (12-10-2012); 1184 (05-23-2011); 1162 (06-04-2010); 1155 (03-08-2009)
2%; (07-01-2008) 1.75%; (04-01-1992) 1%
Salem City Code, Chapter 18, Article III, Section 18-36; Signs Chapter 66, Section 66-38;
Chapter 10, Sections 10-29 and 10-34
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
ELECTRONIC SUMMONS SYSTEM FEE
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
General Combined District Courts/Circuit Court
Description:
As authorized by Section 17.1-279.1, Code of Virginia (1950), as amended, effective
October 1, 2014 the clerks of the City's district and circuit courts, respectfully, shall
assess and collect the sum of $5.00 as part of the costs in each criminal or traffic case in
which a defendant is charged with a violation of any statute or ordinance. This
assessment shall be collected by the clerk of the court in which the action is filed,
remitted to the treasurer of the City and held by such treasurer subject to
disbursements by City Council to the City Police Department solely to fund software,
hardware and associated equipment costs for the implementation and maintenance of
an electronic summons system.
Rate or Fee Amount
The Electronic Summons System Fee is
$5.00 for each
criminal or traffic
case in which a
defendant is
charged with a
violation of any
statute or
ordinance.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-01-2014) $5.00 for each criminal or traffic case in which
a defendant is charged with a violation of any stature or ordinance
Salem City Code, Chapter 1, Section 1-15
Code of Virginia (1950), Title 17.1, Chapter 2, Article 7, Section 17.1-279.1; Title 36,
Chapter 6, Article 1, Section 36-105.5
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
ELEVATOR INSPECTION FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Elevator's must be inspected by a Virginia State qualified elevator inspector and re-
certified annually. The City uses a third party vendor to inspect elevator's.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Elevator Inspection is
$30.00 and is
handled by a
third party
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) $30.00; 578 (01-01-1987) from
$15.00 to $25.00
Salem City Code, Chapter 18, Article III, Division 1, Section 18-195
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN REVIEW FEE
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
An Erosion and Sediment Control Plan and Land Disturbing Permit are required for any site
development over 5,000 square feet.
Residential single family construction less than 5,000 square feet disturbed area may submit
an Agreement in Lieu of Erosion and Sediment Control Plan.
Please contact the Engineering and Building Inspections Department for E&S plan
requirements and permit applications (540-375-3032) or visit their website:
www.salemva.gov.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Review fee is part of the, if submitted, Site Plan Review
The Fee for Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Review fee, with no site plan, is
$100.00
plus $50.00
per acre
greater
than one
acre
The fee for an Agreement in Lieu of Plan permit is 50.00$
The fee for a Land Disturbing Permit is 30.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017); 1253 (07-01-2014) Land Disturbing Permit $30.00; 1050 (03-
24-2005) Land Disturbing Permit $25.00
Ordinances, Effective dates: (01-13-2003); (06-18-1992); (03-18-1992); (03-19-1981)
Salem City Code, Chapter 30, Article III, Division 2, Section 30-116-118
Code of Virginia, Title 62.1, Chapter 3.1, Article 2.4, Section 62.1-44.15:54
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
EXEMPTION FOR DISABLED VETERANS AND SURVIVING SPOUSE OF MEMBER OF THE ARMED
FORCES KILLED IN ACTION
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
This is an exemption for 100% service-connected disabled veterans and surviving spouses of
members of the Armed Forces killed in action. This exemption will eliminate current real estate
taxes for qualifying veterans and surviving spouses.
Applications are available online and may be mailed and accepted year round. We offer in-
home assistance. For more information contact the City of Salem Commissioner of the
Revenue office at (540-375-3019).
Rate or Fee
You must meet the following qualifications for a disabled veteran:
Disability of Veteran must be 100% service-connected AND permanent AND total.
Residence must be Veteran's primary residence (proof, such as resident State tax return, may
be requested).
Spouse (if applicable) must also be identified.
For Qualifying spouse deceased Veteran must have died on or after January 1, 2011.
Qualifying spouse must not be remarried.
Required Documentation:
Certification of disability being: 100% service-connected, AND permanent, AND total.
You must meet the following qualifications for a surviving spouse:
Spouse must not be remarried.
Continue to occupy the real property as the principal place of residence.
Required Documentation:
Application must me filled out.
Certify that the real property is occupied as the surviving spouse principal place of residence.
Documentation from the United States of Defense indicating the date that the member of the
armed forces was killed in action.
Legal Authorization:
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 32, Article 2.3, Sections 58.1-3219.5-3219.10
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNICATION
COMMUNICATION FEES
FOIA FEES (FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT)
Assessing Department:
Communications
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
If the requested records will be made available either in whole or in part, the City Manager
or a designee shall promptly consult with staff to determine the cost involved to assemble
the records for inspection and copying. Where portions of individual records must be
redacted prior to inspection and copying, the cost of doing this shall also be taken into
account.
Rates or Fees Amount
The following costs shall be charged at the rates indicated, not to exceed actual cost:
Staff member search time, charged at an estimated rate of
$5.00 per
quarter hour
Computer search time, requests for materials which exist electronically, or transmission of
electronic files are charges at the rate of
$8.00 per
quarter hour
Attorney's fees
If allowed by
law
Large Format Printing charged at
Actual cost
for large print
plus staff
time rate
estimated at
$5.00 per
quarter hour
Electronic recordings charged at
Actual cost
for electronic
recordings
plus staff
time rate
estimated at
$5.00 per
quarter hour
Computer printers, charged at the rate of
$0.10 per
page
Photocopies (including those necessary to perform redactions) charged at the rate of
$0.10 per
page
Incidental out-of-pocket costs necessary to assemble the records (for example: phone,
postage or courier charges).
Will be
Itemized
If the requester has asked for an advance determination of the cost, or if the cost exceed
$200.00, the requester shall be notified in advance. The City Manager may, before
continuing to process the request, require the requester to agree to payment of a deposit
not to exceed the amount of the advance determination.
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017); 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) new
Code of Virginia, Title 2.2, Subtitle II Part B, Chapter 37, Section 2.2-3704.1-.2
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
PARKS AND RECREATION
PARKS AND RECREATION FEES
FACILITY RENTAL FEES
Assessing Department:
Parks and Recreation
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City of Salem Parks and Recreation offers rental of various fields. Please call to verify
pricing, fees are subject to change (540-375-3057).
Rates or Fees Amount
Facility Rental Fees are as follows:
Baseball/Softball Fields:
1 Day, 1 Field $100.00
2 Days, 1 Field $200.00
1 Day weekend, 2-4 fields $500.00
2 Day weekend, more than 4 fields $600.00
Mid-day prep $100.00
Mid-day prep, more than 4 fields $150.00
Spartan Field (Synthetic Turf):
1 Day $275.00
1 Day with scoreboard $350.00
Weekend $500.00
Weekend with scoreboard, PA and Music $575.00
Call for Miscellaneous fees (540-375-3057)Call for Fees
Multipurpose Grass Fields:
1 day - Up to 4 fields $300.00
Weekend - Up to 4 fields $500.00
Legal Authorization:
Memos: (01-01-2014); (07-01-2008)
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
STREETS, SANITATION, BEAUTIFICATION, CITY GARAGE AND BUILDING MAINTENANCE
STREET FEES
FARMER'S MARKET RENTAL FEES
Assessing Department:
Streets - Beautification
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City charges a rental fee for stall spaces at the Farmer's Market. The Salem
Farmer's Market is managed by the Beautification Department.
Rates or Fees Amount
The rental fees for the Farmer's Market is as follows:
First-time Application Fee - For all potential Vendors who have not submitted an
application in three (3) years (since March 2017), a one-time processing fee of $35.00
is required with the application. $ 35.00
Daily Vendor Fee - Per day per space
$5.00 per
weekday,
$10.00 on
Saturday
Monthly Vendor Fee - Please indicate specific months on application.35.00$
Full Season Vendor Fee - $30.00 per month for the full season (April 1 - December
31). Two payments are allowed - $135.00 due by April 1 and September 1. $ 270.00
Legal Authorization:
Resolution: 1384 (07-01-2020), 1306 (03-13-2017), 1265 (03-23-2015)
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
FINGERPRINT FEE
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Fingerprint processing will have a fee.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Fingerprinting is
$10.00 per
person
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014), Prior was $5.00 per fingerprint
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CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Every fire alarm system installed will obtain an Electric Permit from the Building
Inspections Office for the operation of the system. Fee is based on cost.
Rates or Fees
The Fire Alarm System permit is based on estimated cost. For more information see the
City of Salem Building Inspections Department website for the Electrical Permit Fees:
www.salemva.gov
2% State Levy must be added to all permits issued.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective dates: (10-27-1986) Adopted Virginia Uniform Statewide Building
Code
Resolutions: 976 (07-01-2001) Revised schedule of fees; 644 (05-01-1989) Revised
schedule of fees; 386 (09-01-1974) adopted fees; 02-25-1974 adopted the Southern
Standard Building Code
Salem City Code, Chapter 18, Article II, Section 18-36; Chapter 106, Article V, Section
106-506
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
WATER
UTILITY FEES
FIRE HYDRANT CONNECTION FEES
Assessing Department:
Water
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The Fire Hydrant Connection fee includes a deposit, a connection fee, a bill for
water usage at the small commercial rate, a minimum of 10,000 gallons charge or
other wise charged for what is used and a fee for moving the meter. The deposit is
assessed for the use of a Fire Hydrant meter to protect the City of Salem water
system. When the Fire Hydrant meter is returned the deposit will be refunded,
pending any outstanding charges owed the city or damage to the returned meter.
Rates or Fees Amount
The deposit for a Fire Hydrant Connection fee is
$500.00 for use of a
back flow meter.
This is refunded
when the meter is
returned, pending
any outstanding
charges owed the
city or damage to
the returned meter.
There is a connection fee of $10.00
Water usage is billed at the
Small Commercial
rate with a base fee
plus the rate per
1,000 gallons used
per month: See the
City of Salem Water
and Sewer
Department Rates
on their website:
www.salemva.gov
A minimum of
10,000 gallons will
be charged per
month. Any water
used over 10,000
gallons will be
charged at actual
gallons used per
month
Contractor is not allowed to move the meter and the cost for the city to move the
meter is
$10.00 each
occurrence
Legal Authorization:
Resolution: 1306 (03-13-17); 1253 (07-01-2014)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article III. Division 2, Section 90-78
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
WATER
UTILITY FEES
FIRE METER RATES
Assessing Department:
Utility Billing
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Fire Service are the connections that are for metered fire suppression systems. Visit
the City of Salem Water and Sewer Department website for rates:
www.salemva.gov
Rates or Fees January 1, 2020 January 1, 2021
The Charge for a Fire Meter is the current Water Base Service fee for Small Commercial 26.48 27.01
The water consumption is charged at the current Water Volume Rate per 1,000 gallons
used
See Water Rates
for the fee per
1,000 gallons
See Water Rates
for the fee per
1,000 gallons
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (01-01-2017-2021); (01-01-2015); (01-01-2014); (01-01-
2013); (01-01-2012); (07-01-2011); (07-01-2010) Fee included in Rates
Resolutions: 1253 (07-01-2014); 1155 (03-08-2010); 1139 (07-01-2009); 1118 (07-01-
2008); 1095 (07-01-2007); 1080 (07-01-2006); 1057 (07-01-2005); 1011 (07-01-2003);
975 (07-01-2001); 930 (07-01-1999); 870 (07-01-1997); 838 (07-01-1996); 830 (02-26-
1996); 792 (07-01-1994); 770 (07-01-1993); 748 (07-01-1992); 711 (07-01-1991); 654
(07-01-1989); 459 (07-01-1983)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 2, Section 90-257
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
FIRE/EMS
FIRE/EMS FEES
FIRE/EMS/RESCUE SQUAD INCIDENT REPORT FEE
Assessing Department:
Fire/EMS/Rescue Squad
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Any request for a copy of an incident report will have a fee attached. A release will
need to be signed for HIPPA requirements.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Fire/EMS or Rescue Squad Incident Report is
$10.00 per
report
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
FIRE/EMS
FIRE/EMS FEES
FIREWORKS PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Fire
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
A permit is required for each fireworks display. The permit is reviewed by a Fire
Code Enforcement Inspector.
Rate or Fee Amount
The Fireworks Permit fee is
$100.00 per
event
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (01-19-2017)
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014)
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 9, Article 5, Section 15.2-974
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
FIREWORKS RETAIL SALES LICENSE FEE
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
An Itinerant License is required from the City of Salem Commissioner of the Revenue. It is also
required, the City of Salem Fire Department be contacted (540-375-7006).
Rate or Fee Amount
Cost of the Itinerant License is
$50.00/
$500.00
Contact the City of Salem Commissioner of the Revenue office for cost and requirements (540-
375-3019).
Legal Authorization:
Salem City Code, Chapter 22, Article II, Section 22-66
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
FLOOD PLAIN DETERMINATION
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
N/A
Description:
Banks and Mortgage companies frequently ask the city to determine whether a particular
property is located within the flood plain. The city uses the FEMA map to make the
determination.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Flood Plain Determination is No Charge
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALES PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
It shall be unlawful for any person to advertise, or conduct, a sale for the purpose of
discontinuing a retail business, or to modify the word "sale" in any advertisement with the
words "going out of business" or any other words which tend to insinuate that merchandise
liquidated, unless such person obtains a permit to conduct such sale from the Commissioner
of the Revenue.
Rate or Fee Amount
The permit fee for Going Out of Business Sales is 25.00$
Each special sale permit shall be valid for a period of no longer than sixty (60) days
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (08-23-1990)
Salem City Code, Chapter 22, Article II, Section 22-85
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
GOLD PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Any person who deals with gold is required to have a permit and renew the
permit annually.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Gold Permit is
$200.00
Annually
Legal Authorization:
Code of Virginia, Title 54.1, Subtitle V, Chapter 41, Section 54.1-4108
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
HOME OCCUPATION PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Zoning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City of Salem allows certain businesses and occupations to be conducted in a
residential dwelling provided the use is clearly incidental or secondary to the use of
the home as a residence. See the City of Salem Zoning Department website:
www.salemva.gov
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Home Occupation Permit is 30.00$
Renewals will be automatic, subject to payment of the $30.00 fee, business license
renewal, and no complaints or violations of the regulations have occurred during the
previous year.
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) $30.00; 1050 (03-24-2005)
$25.00
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article III, Section 106-304.5
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
SHERIFF
SHERIFF FEES
INMATE PROCESSING FEE
Assessing Department:
Sheriff
Collecting Department:
Clerk of the Circuit Court and General Combined District Court
Description:
A sum is assessed as part of the Court costs collected by the Clerk of any City Court from
any individual admitted to the Roanoke County-Salem Jail or the Western Virginia
Regional Jail following a conviction. The fee is collected by the Clerk of Court in which
the case is heard and is used by the Sheriff's Office to defray the costs of processing
arrested persons into the Salem-Roanoke County Jail or the Western Regional Jail.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Inmate Processing is $ 25.00
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-01-2010)
Salem City Code, Chapter 1, Section 1-14
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 16, Article 3, Section 15.2-1613.1
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
INOPERATIVE MOTOR VEHICLES (JUNK CARS)
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to keep, except within a fully enclosed
building or structure or otherwise shielded or screened from view, on any property zoned
for residential or commercial or agricultural purposes, any motor vehicle, trailer or
semitrailer, which is inoperative. An inoperative motor vehicle shall mean any motor
vehicle which is not in operating condition; or which for a period of 60 days or longer has
been partially or totally disassembled by the removal of tires and wheels, the engine or
other essential parts required for operation of the vehicle or on which there are displayed
neither valid license plates or valid inspection decal.
Rate or Fee
The cost of any such removal or disposal by the City shall be chargeable to the owner of the
vehicle or premises and may be collected as taxes and levies until collected. Every cost
authorized by this section of the city code with which the owner of the premises shall have
been assessed shall constitute a lien against the property from which the vehicle was
removed, the lien to continue until actual payment of such cost shall have been made.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (04-21-2011); (02-19-1987); (12-02-1982)
Salem City Code, Chapter 86, Section 86-264
Code of Virginia, Title 46.2, Subtitle III, Chapter 12, Article 1, Section 46.2-1200
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
FINANCE
FINANCE FEES
INTEREST ON JUDGEMENTS
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Interest is charged on unpaid judgments. Judgments may be obtained for any
unpaid amount due the city.
Rate or Fee Amount
The Interest on Judgments are
6%, unless
otherwise stated
by a contract or
the judge
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
LAND DISTURBING FEE
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
A Land Disturbing Permit is required by the City of Salem for any activity that will involve 5,000
square feet or more of land disturbance. A Site Plan prepared by a professional engineering firm
is required upon issuance of the permit, the developer is required to inform the City of Salem
Engineering Department a minimum of three (3) days in advance of start of work for an
inspection of erosion and sediment control measures provided at the site.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fee for a Land Disturbing permit effective July 1 2014 is 30.00$
The fee for an Agreement in Lieu of Erosion and Sediment Control Plan is 50.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014 Budget Resolution $30.00); 1050 (03-24-
2005) $25.00
Ordinances, Effective dates: (01-13-2003); (06-18-1992)
Salem City Code, Chapter 30, Article III, Sections 30-88 and 30-92
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COURTS
COURT FEES
LAW LIBRARY FEE
Assessing Department:
General Combined District Courts/Circuit Court/Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court
Collecting Department:
General Combined District Courts/Circuit Court/Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court
Description:
This fee is charged to continue with the maintenance, upkeep and improvements of said law
library. This assessment and these funds shall be expended for the purposes as provided in said
statute, specifically, for the acquisition of law books, law periodicals, and computer legal
research services and equipment for the use and maintenance of the law libraries situate in the
Roanoke County Courthouse and the City of Salem Courthouse which shall be open for the use
of the public. In addition, disbursements may include compensation to be paid to librarians and
other necessary staff for the maintenance of such libraries.
Rate or Fee Amount
The Court Law Library Fee for Civil Action is
$4.00 per
civil case
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-20-1988) $4.00 per civil case; (04-04-1985) $2.00 per civil case
Code of Virginia, Title 42.1, Chapter 4, Section 42.1-70
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
STREETS, SANITATION, BEAUTIFICATION AND MAINTENANCE
STREET FEES
LEAF REMOVAL
Assessing Department:
Street/Sanitation
Collecting Department:
N/A
Description:
The City will collect loose leaves at the curbside on a regular basis from October -
December. From January-Mid-March, City crews will collect leaves on an "as needed"
basis ONLY. During the January-March time period, residents must notify the Street
Department at 375-3039 to schedule a loose leaf pick-up time. Loose leaves will not
be collected after Mid-March, they must be bagged or boxed in order to be picked up
after this date.
Rate or Fee Amount
Leaf Removal is a curb side service No Charge
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (02-21-2002) Pick up between October 15-December 1
of each year; (02-21-2001) Pick up between October 15-December 1 of each year;
(07-01-1981) Pick up between September 15-December 1 of each year.
Salem City Code, Chapter 70, Article II, Section 70-45
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
LIBRARY
LIBRARY FEES
LIBRARY FEES FOR DAMAGED OR LOST MATERIAL
Assessing Department:
Library
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The Library will charge a fee for replacing damaged, missing or lost items.
Rates or Fees Amount
Fees for Damaged or Lost Library Material:
Lost Items
Retail cost plus
processing fee of $5.00
Lost Book Processing Fee - All Books except paperbacks $5.00
Lost Paperback Book Processing Fee $1.00
Lost Books on CD -Adult or Children
Retail cost plus
processing fee of $5.00
Lost Music
Retail cost plus
processing fee of $5.00
Lost Video's or DVD's
Retail cost plus
processing fee of $5.00
Replacement CD Audio Book $10.00
Missing Library Card $1.00
Missing Bar Code Label $0.25
Damaged or Missing CD or DVD Case $1.00
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017); 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1218
(12-10-12); 1184 (05-23-2011); 1162 (06-24-2010)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
LIBRARY
LIBRARY FEES
LIBRARY FEES AND OTHER CHARGES
Assessing Department:
Library
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The Library has other miscellaneous fees for services.
Rates or Fees Amount
Other fees and charges for the Library are as follows:
Temporary Library Card (Non-Resident) No Charge
Out of State Library Card $15.00 Annually
Photocopies $.20 per copy
Printing Services
B/W is $.20 per
page, Color is $.50
per page
Interlibrary Loan Fee $4.00 per item
Fax Services
$3.00 for the first
page and $1.00 per
additional page
Notary Fee $5.00 per notary
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) Notary added; 1218 (12-10-
2012); 1184 (05-23-2011); 1162 (06-14-2010)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
LIBRARY
LIBRARY FEES
LIBRARY FINES
Assessing Department:
Library
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The Library will charge a fine for all materials not returned by the due date.
Rates or Fees Amount
Library fines are listed below:
Children's material fines for everything except Hot Items/Videos/Games are
$.20 per day with a
maximum of $1.00
Young Adult material and Adult material fines for everything except Hot
Items/videos/games are
$.20 per day with a
maximum of $5.00
Fines for all Hot Items/videos/games are
$1.00 per day per
item with a maximum
of $5.00
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1218 (12-10-2012); 1184 (05-
23-2011); 1162 (06-14-2010)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INPSECTION FEES
LITTER CLEANUP ON PRIVATE PROPERTY FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
After being notified of a litter problem, and the property is not cleaned within the specified
period of time, the city will contract with a private vendor to clean the property and the
owner will be billed.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Litter Cleanup on Private Property is
$250.00 plus
$25.00
administrative
fee up to one
hour, plus
$200.00 each
additional hour
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (03-20-1997) 15 day notice to clean up-after 15 days owner
will pay the cost for clean up; (08-06-1981) given 15 days and can be fined no less than
$10.00 and no more than $50.00-after 15 days owner will be billed for cost of the cleanup
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017)
Salem City Code, Chapter 30, Article I, Section 30-4
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
FINANCE
FINANCE FEES
LOCAL CONSUMPTION TAX
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The Local Consumption tax is a tax on the consumers of electricity in the
Commonwealth based on kilowatt hours delivered and used per month.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Local Consumption tax, per billing period, will be billed by the following formulas:
Electricity Service:
Each consumer of electricity in the Commonwealth shall pay electric local consumption
tax on all electricity consumed per month not in excess of 2,500 kWh at the rate of
$0.00155 per kWh, as follows:$0.00038 per kWh
Each consumer of electricity in the Commonwealth shall pay electric local consumption
tax on all electricity consumed per month in excess of 2,500 kWh but not in excess of
50,000 kWh at the rate of $0.00099 per kWh, as follows:$0.00024 per kWh
Each consumer of electricity in the Commonwealth shall pay electric local consumption
tax on all electricity consumed per month in excess of 50,000 kWh at the rate of
$0.00075 per kWh, as follows:$0.00018 per kWh
Legal Authorization:
Resolution: 963 (12-11-2000)
Code of Virginia Title 58.1, Subtitle II, Chapter 29, Section 58.1-2900 (01-01-2001)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
FINANCE
FINANCE FEES
LOCAL USE TAX
Assessing Department:
Commonwealth of Virginia
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Cities are permitted to establish a Local Use Tax for the purpose of providing revenue
to the general fund of the locality. Sales Tax monies are collected by the Virginia
Department of Taxation and sent to the Department of Treasury. That agency credits
the account of the city where the sales occurred and disburses the monies to the
locality on a monthly basis.
Rate or Fee Amount
City Sales Tax is 1.0%
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-26-1981) General retail sales tax is exempt from
artificial or propane gas, firewood, coal and home heating oil purchased for
domestic consumption.
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle I, Chapter 6, Section 58.1-606
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
MACHINERY AND TOOLS PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Machinery and Tools is defined as machinery and tools used in a manufacturing, mining, processing
or reprocessing, well drilling, radio or television broadcasting, dairy, dry cleaning or laundry business
per Virginia Code 58.1-3507.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Machinery and Tools Personal Property rate is
$3.20 per
$100.00
assessed
value
Every taxpayer owning machinery and tools shall include on his annual return of such property the
original total capitalized cost of all his machinery and tools in the taxing jurisdiction. (Code of
Virginia Section 58.1-3518).
Penalty for late filing: Failure to file a timely return will result in a penalty, not to exceed amount of
tax and any such penalty shall become a part of the tax.
10% or
$10.00
whichever is
greater
Penalty for late payment: The penalty shall in no case exceed the amount of tax due.
10% or
$10.00
whichever is
greater
Interest: 10% per annum shall be assessed and collected on the principal and penalties of all such
taxes and levies remaining unpaid.
10%
annually
Willful failure to file this return is a criminal offense in violating of Virginia State Code 58.1-3518.
Taxpayers who are required to file a return who neglect to do so will be subject to a statutory
assessment and/or onsite inspection.
Forms for the Return of Business Tangible Personal Property & Machinery and Tools can be found
on the City of Salem Commissioner of the Revenue website: www.salemva.gov
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (05-26-2020) Emergency Ordinance to delay penalty and interest on
delinquent bills through 07-31-2020; (04-13-2020) Emergency Ordinance to temporarily change
due date from 05-31-2020 to 06-30-2020 and delay penalty and interest till 06-30-2020 due to
COVID-19; (07-01-2012-07-01-1985); (01-01-2000); (09-07-1995); (11-21-1991); 02-01-1990); (09-04-
1986; (05-24-1984); (04-23-1981-07-01-1985); (11-20-1980); (01-01-1979); (11-02-1978); (09-07-
1978); (04-18-1978)
Resolutions: (July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2020); 1229 (07-01-2013); 687 (07-23-1990); 330 (04-18-1978)
Salem City Code
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 35, Article 2, Section 58.1-3507
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
MANUFACTURED HOME PARK OPERATION PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Zoning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
When a Mobile Home Park is sold a new Manufactured Home Park Operation permit
must be purchased.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fee for a Manufactured Home Park Operation Permit is 20.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017)
Salem City Code, Chapter 54, Article II, Division 2, Section 54-76
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
ELECTRIC
UTILITY FEES
METER CHECK FOR ACCURACY FEE
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
When a customer request a meter check for an electric meter there is a fee. A deposit is
required before the meter is checked. See the City of Salem Electric Department
website under Rates for the Terms and Conditions: www.salemva.gov
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Electric Meter Check for Accuracy is $50.00
Payment of fee is required for this service and will be refunded if the degree of error is
greater than 2%.
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1141 (07-01-2009); 1095 (07-01-2007); 930 (07-01-
1999); 838 (07-01-1996); 459 (07-01-1993)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article II, Division 3, Section 90-279
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
WATER
UTILITY FEES
METER RE-READ FEE
Assessing Department:
Water
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The City will charge a fee for re-reading a water meter after the first trip out (charge
for 2nd trip). There is no charge if the meter has been misread.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a water Meter Re-Read is
$10.00 after
the first re-
read
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
SEWER
UTILITY FEES
MISCELLANEOUS SEWER FEES
Assessing Department:
Utility Billing
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The city has miscellaneous sewer fees and are listed below.
Rates or Fees Amount
Miscellaneous Sewer fees are as follows:
Sewer Cleanout Installation : Contact the Sewer Department for more information (540)
375-3029. Refer to the 50/50 agreement.
0-3ft sewer depth $ 500.00
3-6ft sewer depth $ 1,000.00
Over 6ft sewer depth $ 1,500.00
Locate Lateral in Existing Sewer
$250.00
plus $100.00
per hour
Sewer Backup Complaint (If not found in the city system) $ 200.00
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1218 (12-10-2012); 1184 (05-23-2011); 1162 (06-14-
2010); 1155 (03-08-2010); 1139 (07-01-2009); 1118 (07-01-2008); 1095 (07-01-2007);
1080 (07-01-2006); 1057 (07-01-2005); 1011 (07-01-2003); 975 (07-01-2001); 930 (07-01-
1999); 870 (07-01-1997); 838 (07-01-1996); 830 (02-26-1996); 792 (07-01-1994); 770 (07-
01-1993); 748 (07-01-1992); 711 (07-01-1991); 654 (07-01-1989); 459 (07-01-1983)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 4, Subdivision 1, Section 90-298
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
WATER
UTILITY FEES
MISCELLANEOUS WATER FEES
Assessing Department:
Utility Billing
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The city has miscellaneous water fees and are listed below.
Rates or Fees Amount
Miscellaneous Water fees are as follows:
Bulk Water Charge
$50.00 plus
$5.00 per
1,000
gallons
Low Pressure Complaint (if not within the city system) $ 100.00
Shut off Water Service at Meter after hours $ 100.00
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1218 (12-10-2012); 1184 (05-23-2011); 1162 (06-14-
2010); 1155 (03-08-2010); 1139 (07-01-2009); 1118 (07-01-2008); 1095 (07-01-2007);
1080 (07-01-2006); 1057 (07-01-2005); 1011 (07-01-2003); 975 (07-01-2001); 930 (07-
01-1999); 870 (07-01-1997); 838 (07-01-1996); 830 (02-26-1996); 792 (07-01-1994);
770 (07-01-1993); 748 (07-01-1992); 711 (07-01-1991); 654 (07-01-1989); 459 (07-01-
1983)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 2, Section 90-257
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
MOBILE HOME TAX
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Mobile Homes are assessed using the Wingate Appraisal Guide.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Real Estate Tax rate is used for Mobile Homes and the tax rate is
$1.20 per
$100.00
assessed value
Due Date: May 31st of each year
Penalty for late payment: The penalty shall in no case exceed the amount of the tax due and
becomes a part of the tax.
10% or $10.00
whichever is
greater
Interest: 10% per annum shall be assessed and collected on the principal and penalties of all
such taxes and levies remaining unpaid.10% annually
To obtain the Mobile Home Form, please visit the City of Salem Commissioner of the
Revenue website: www.salemva.gov
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (05-23-2020) Emergency Ordinance to extend the delay of
penalty and interest on delinquent bills from 06-30-2020 to 07-31-2020 due to COVID-19;
(04-13-2020) Emergency Ordinance to change due date from 05-31-2020 to 06-30-2020 plus
penalty and interest delayed from 05-31-2020 to 06-30-2020 due to COVID-19: (07-01-2019)
$1.20 per $100.00 assessed value; (From 07-01-1987-07-01-2011) $1.18 per $100.00
assessed value; From (04-23-1981 - 07-01-1986) $1.25 per $100.00 assessed value
Resolutions: 1229 (07-01-2013) $1.18 per $100.00 assessed value; 256 (07-01-1976) $1.30
per $100.00 assessed value
Salem City Code, Chapter 27A, Article I, Section 27A, 27A-3
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 35, Article 6, Section 58.1-3520-3521; Title
58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 35, Article 6, Section 58-829.3
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
MOWING PERSONAL PROPERTY LOT FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The property owner is notified if there is a weed problem. The notice allows 15 days to
correct the problem. If not addressed by the property owner the city will hire an outside
contractor to mow the property and the property owner will be billed.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Mowing Personal Property Lot is
$250.00 plus
$25.00
administrative
fee up to one
hour, plus
$200.00 each
additional hour
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (03-20-97) - given a 15 day notice and if not mowed the
Building Inspector will hire a contractor and the homeowner will be billed; (08-06-1981) -
15 days notice and can be fined no less than $10.00 and no more than $50.00 - after the
15 days the homeowner will be billed for the cost to mow the lot
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017)Salem City Code, Chapter 94, Section 94-1
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
OCCUPANCY INSPECTION FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
To safeguard the health, property and public welfare by controlling the use or
occupancy of all buildings and structures within the City of Salem. When signing up for
Electric, Water and Sewer Service an Occupancy Inspection Permit Fee will be paid.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for an Occupancy Inspection is 30.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) $30.00; 792 (07-01-1994) $25.00;
459 (07-01-1983) $10.00
Salem City Code, Chapter 18, Article II, Section 18-41
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
PARKING TICKET FINES
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City of Salem Police Department can issue a ticket for certain parking offenses.
Rates or Fees Amount
The following fees are in place for Parking Tickets:
Blocking Traffic $20.00
Fire Lane $50.00
Handicapped Parking Space $100.00
No Parking in Front of a Public or Private Driveway $20.00
No Parking Zone $20.00
No Stopping or Standing Zone $20.00
No Valid State Inspection or Decal $20.00
No Valid State Tags $20.00
Overtime Parking $20.00
Parking in Designated Space on City Property $20.00
Parking in Wrong Direction $20.00
Parking on a Crosswalk $20.00
Parking within 15ft. of a Fire Hydrant $20.00
Parking within 20ft. of a Crosswalk at the Intersection $20.00
Parking Within a Tow-Away Zone $20.00
Restricted Parking Area $20.00
Other/Nonspecific $20.00
Late penalty on parking tickets not paid within 5 days of issuance $20.00
Notice: You may pay this by appearing at the Office of the City of Salem Treasurer at
114 N. Broad Street, Salem Virginia, between the hours of 8:00am and 5pm Monday
through Friday. If you prefer you may mail the parking ticket and fine to the
aforementioned office at P.O. Box 869, Salem, Virginia 24153. Checks should be made
payable to the Treasurer of the City of Salem. Failure to make such payment within 5
days will require further action which could result in your having to appear in court and
pay additional costs.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (04-21-2011); (08-10-1998); (11-12-1990)
Resolutions: 695 (10-22-1990), 478 (12-12-1983), 360 (07-23-1979)
Salem City Code, Chapter 86, Article V, Division 1, Sections 86-265
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
TREASURER
TREASURER FEES
PENALTY AND INTEREST ON PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX
Assessing Department:
Treasurer
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Any person who shall fail to pay any tangible personal property tax when due shall
be assessed and shall pay the city treasurer, along with such tax, a penalty.
Interest will commence on July 1 or the first day of the month after the due date,
whichever is later, of the year for which such tax was assessed.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Penalty shall in no case exceed the amount of the tax. The penalty is
10% or $10.00,
whichever is
greater
The Interest Rate is assessed and collected on the principal and penalties of all
such taxes and levies remaining unpaid. The interest rate is 10% annually
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective dates: (05-26-2020) Emergency Ordinance to extend the
delay of penalty and interest on Personal Property taxes from 06-30-2020 to 07-
31-2020 due to COVID-19; (04-13-2020) Emergency Ordinance to extend due
date to 06-30-2020 and delay penalty and interest to 06-30-2020 due to COVID-
19
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article I, Section 82-5( C )(1 and 2)
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle I, Chapter 11, Section 58.1-1113
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
TREASURER
TREASURER FEES
PENALTY AND INTEREST ON REAL ESTATE TAX
Assessing Department:
Treasurer
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Any person who shall fail to pay on or before, December 5th and June 5th of each tax
year, the semi-annual installment of Real Estate tax becoming due on or before such
dates shall be assessed, by the Treasurer, and shall pay, along with such tax, a
penalty. Interest will be charged at the maximum yearly rates authorized by general
law of the Commonwealth.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Penalty shall in no case exceed the amount of the tax due and becomes part of
the tax. The penalty is
10% or $10.00,
whichever is
greater
Interest shall be assessed and collected on the principal and penalties of all such
taxes and levies remaining unpaid. The Interest Rate is 10% annually
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective dates: (05-26-2020) Emergency Ordinance to delay penalty
and interest on Real Estate taxes from 06-30-2020 to 07-31-2020 due to COVID-19;
(04-13-2020) Emergency Ordinance to extend due date from 06-05-2020 to 06-30-
2020 and delay penalty and interest from 06-06-2020 to 06-30-2020 due to COVID-
19
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article I, Section 82-3(b)
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 39, Article 2, Section 58.1-3916
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
When assessing vehicles, the city uses the January NADA guide. When available, the city uses the
loan value from this book, which is the lowest value listed. When that figure cannot be obtained,
the city uses a percentage of the manufacturer's suggested retail price. If neither of these values
can be found, the city then uses the percent of cost. Salem prorates personal property taxes based
on the number of months a vehicle is owned in a given year.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Tangible Personal Property tax rate is
$3.40 per
$100.00 of the
assessed value
Penalty for late filing: The penalty for late filing shall in no case exceed the amount of the tax and
shall become a part of the tax.
10% or $10.00
whichever is
greater
Due Date: Tax bills are due each May 31st, and are for the current calendar year (January through
December).
Penalty for late payment: The penalty shall in no case exceed the amount of the tax due.
10% or $10.00
whichever is
greater
Interest: 10% per annum shall be assessed and collected on the principal and penalties of all such
taxes and levies remaining unpaid 10% annually
For more information see the City of Salem Commissioner of the Revenue website:
www.salemva.gov
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (05-26-2020) Emergency Ordinance to extend the delay of penalty
and interest from 06-30-2020 to 07-31-2020 due to COVID-19; (04-13-2020) Emergency Ordinance
to extend due date from 05-31-2020 to 06-30-2020 and delay penalty and interest from 05-31-
2020 to 06-30-2020 due to COVID-19; (July 1, 2019) $3.40 per $100.00 assessed value; (From July
1, 2014-June 30, 2019) $3.25 per $100.00 assessed value; (From July 1, 1985-June 30, 2014) $3.20
per $100.00 assessed value; (01-01-2000); (09-7-1995); (11-21-1991); (From April 23, 1981-June
30, 1985) $3.25 per $100.00 assessed value; (02-01-1990); (09-04-1986); (05-24-1984); (11-20-
1980); (01-01-1979); (09-07-1978)
Resolutions: 1229 (07-01-2013); 687 (07-23-1990); 330 (04-18-1978)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article I, Section 82.5
Code of Virginia Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 35, Article 1, Section 58.1-3500-3506
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
PLAN REVIEW WITH A STORMWATER PLAN FEE
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The objectives of a site plan review are to: 1) maintain the character and integrity of
neighborhoods and ensure compatible development patterns; 2) promote excellence of
design; 3) encourage the most appropriate development and use of land; 4) prevent
traffic hazards; 5) ensure the availability and efficient provision of public services; and 6)
avoid adverse impacts on the natural environment.
For more information see the Site Plan Review Procedure found on the City of Salem
Engineering Department website: www.salemva.gov
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Plan Review with a Stormwater Plan less than an acre is
$250.00 for
less than an
acre
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) New
Salem City Code, Chapter 78, Article IV, Section 78-205
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 22, Article 3, Section 15.2-2223
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTIONS FEES
PLAN REVIEW FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL FEES
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
To ensure the safety of life and property from all hazards subject to structure design,
construction, occupancy, repair, removal or demolition. All construction or
improvements for residential property or commercial property must be approved by the
Building Inspections office. A Residential Permit Application Packet or a Commercial
Permit Application Packet are available on the City of Salem Building Inspections
Department website: www.salemva.gov.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fees for Plan Reviews are:
Residential Plan Review 30.00$
Commercial Plan Review-New or Expansion
10% of permit
fee or $30.00,
whichever is
greater to be
paid when
dropping plans
off at the office
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) New Residential Plan Fee $30.00,
Commercial 10% or $30.00, whichever is greater; 1050 (03-24-2005) Commercial
Construction 10% on New or Expansion
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-512
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 22, Article 3, Section 15.2-2223
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING FEES
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FEE (PUD)
Assessing Department:
Planning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The intent of the PUD is to encourage maximum flexibility in the design and
development of land.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) review and approval is
$200.00 plus
$25.00 per acre
greater than
one acre and
petitioner pays
the full
advertisement
cost
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1050 (03-24-2005); 902 (08-10-
1998); 607 (10-27-1987); 416 (12-15-1981); 347 (02-05-1979)
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Section 106-228, Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-
512
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
POLICE VERIFICATION REPORT FEE
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The term "verification" includes accident, theft and other police incident reports.
Reports may be requested by an individual, an insurance company or another
governmental agency.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Police Verification Report is
$10.00 per
copy
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
PREPARED FOOD AND BEVERAGE TAX (MEALS TAX)
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Commonly referred to as a meals tax, this is a tax levied on the purchaser of all prepared food and
beverages served in and from any food establishment as defined in the Salem City Code Section 82-
101, whether intended to be consumed on the seller's premises or not. For the purpose of this tax
"Food" shall be defined as any and all edible refreshment or nourishment, including alcoholic
beverages, with the exception of prepackaged snack foods and unopened canned or bottled drinks
not included with a meal which shall be exempt from taxation. Sellers may not relieve the customer
of payment of this tax.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Prepared Food and Beverage Tax (Meals Tax) is 6%
Due Date: Payment must be postmarked by the 30th day of the month following the month in which
the tax is collected to avoid penalties. Payments postmarked on or before the 20th of the month
following the month the tax is collected may take a discount of 3% of the tax amount. Remit to
Commissioner of the Revenue PO Box 869 Salem VA 24153 and make all checks payable to the City of
Salem Treasurer.
3% discount if
filed by the 20th
of the following
month
Penalty for Late Payment: Shall in no case exceed the amount of the tax assessable.
10% the first
month, 5% for
each month
thereafter, up
to a maximum
of 25% or
$10.00
whichever is
greater
Interest: May commence not earlier than the first day following the day such taxes are due.10% Annually
In the case of a false or fraudulent return with intent to defraud the city of any tax due under this
article, a penalty of 50 percent of the tax shall be assessed against the person required to collect
such tax.
Failure to Pay or Violation of Code: Any person violating or failing to comply with any provision of
the Code governing this tax, shall be guilty of a Class 1 Misdemeanor. Conviction of such violation
shall not relieve such person from the payment, collection, or remittance of the Prepared Food and
Beverage Tax (Meals Tax). Collecting, but failing to remit this tax shall constitute embezzlement per
18.2-111 of the Code of Virginia.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (10-06-2016); (01-02-2013); (02-01-2012); (06-22-2000); (04-08-1991);
(12-01-1988)
Resolutions: 921 (03-22-1999); 437 (09-27-1982)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article IV, Section 82-101-113
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 38, Section 58.1-3077; Chapter 36, Article 8,
Section 58.1-3840; Chapter 39, Article 2, Section 58.1-3916
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
CIRCUIT COURT
CIRCUIT COURT FEES
PROBATE TAX
Assessing Department:
Circuit Court
Collecting Department:
Circuit Court
Description:
A city probate tax is imposed on the probate of every will or grant of administration as
provided in Code of Virginia 58.1-3805.
Rate or Fee
The City Probate Tax is in the amount equal to one-third (1/3) of the amount of the State
Probate Tax on a probate of a will or grant of administration. The clerk of circuit court will
collect this tax for the city and shall be compensated in the amount of five percent (5%) of the
amount collected and remitted upon each instrument taxable under this section recorded in
his office. Such compensation shall be paid out of the city treasury.
Legal Authorization:
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle I, Chapter 17, Article 3, Section 58.1-1718; Title 58.1,
Subtitle III, Chapter 38, Article 2, Section 58.1-3805
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
ELECTRIC
UTILITY FEES
PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY USE FEES
Assessing Department:
Electric
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Localities can charge a Public Right of Way Use Fee for the use of public owned roads and
property by certified telecommunication firms. This fee is in exchange for the use of the locality's
land for electric poles or electric conduits by certified providers of telecommunication services.
Salem uses a Pole Attachment Agreement instead of the Public Right of Way Use Fees.
Rate or Fee
The fee is calculated each year by VDOT based on information about the number of access lines
and footage of new installation that have occurred in the reporting localities. Based on this
information, VDOT uses a formula to calculate the monthly fee per access line for participating
localities. Salem uses a Pole Attachment Agreement instead of the Public Right of Way Use
Fees.
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COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
PUBLIC SERVICE CORPORATION LOCAL TAX
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Property owned by a public service corporation is assessed by the State Corporation Commission
which includes electric utilities and cooperatives, gas pipeline distribution companies, public service
water companies, and telephone and telegraph companies. The State Corporation Commission
sends out their assessments for the property in our city and the Commissioner of the Revenue is
required to examine the assessments to determine their correctness. If correct, the locality
determines the equalized assessed valuation of the corporate property by applying the local
assessment ratio prevailing in the locality for real estate. Local taxes are then assigned to real and
tangible personal property at the current tax rate of the locality.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Public Service Corporation Local tax rate for Real Estate is
$1.20 per
$100.00 of
assessed value
The Public Service Corporation Local tax rate for Personal Property is
$3.40 per
$100.00 of
assessed value
Due Date: December 5th of each year.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (07-01-2019) $1.20 RE and $3.40 PP per $100.00 assessed value;
(From July 1, 1985-June 30, 2013); (01-01-2000); (09-7-1995); (11-21-1991); (From April 23, 1981-
June 30, 1985); (02-01-1990); (09-04-1986); (05-24-1984); (11-20-1980); (01-01-1979); (09-07-
1978)
Resolutions: (July 1, 2014 - June 30, 2019) $1.18 RE and $3.25 PP per $100.00 assessed value;
1229 (07-01-2013); 687 (07-23-1990); 330 (04-18-1978)
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle II, Chapter 26, Article 1, Section 58.1-2606
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
CLERK OF COUNCIL
CITY CLERK FEES
PUBLIC VEHICLE FEES (TAXICABS AND FOR HIRE VEHICLES)
Assessing Department:
Clerk of Council
Collecting Department:
N/A
Description:
The rates for taxicab service within the city shall be such as are established from time to time
by ordinance of the council of the city. No different rates shall be charged or collected for such
service.
Rates or Fees
Distance Rates: For one passenger, for the first one-eight (1/8) mile or fraction thereof, two
dollars and eighty cents ($2.80).
For each additional one-eighth (1/8) mile or fraction thereof, twenty cents ($.20).
Time Rates: For each forty (40) seconds of waiting time, twenty cents ($.20) while a charge is
made for waiting time there shall be no charge for mileage under the foregoing distance rates.
Extra Passengers: For each additional passenger, thirty cents ($.30) can be charged.
Waiting Time: Shall include the time the vehicle is stopped in traffic or stopped at the
direction of the passenger. Waiting time shall not include the first three (3) minutes after the
vehicle has arrived at the destination to which it was called. When a charge is made for waiting
time, there shall be no charge for mileage.
Fuel Surcharge: One dollar ($1.00) may be added to the current meter charge for each trip.
*Can be removed by City Manager.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective dates: (05-21-2009); (11-24-1994); (09-19-1985); (05-02-1985); (12-30-
1982); (04-23-1981)
Salem City Code, Chapter 98, Article II, Division 4, Section 98-151 (f)
Code of Virginia, Title 46.2, Subtitle V, Chapter 20, Article 3, Section 46.2-2062
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
RE-INSPECTION CODE COMPLIANCE FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The city will charge a Re-Inspection Code Compliance fee when an inspection has failed
twice and a third trip is required.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Re-Inspection Code Compliance is 30.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) $30.00; 870 (07-01-1997) $25.00;
830 (02-26-1996) $10.00; 578 (01-01-1987) from $5.00 to $15.00
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REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE RATES
REAL ESTATE TAX RATE
Assessing Department:
Real Estate
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Properties are appraised at 100% of fair market value for tax purposes in order to
have schools, fire, police protection and other public benefits. The property tax is
designed to distribute the tax burden in proportion to the value of individual
properties worth.
The City assesses real estate property annually. Salem assesses property as of
January 1st but does not place the values on it's tax roll until the fiscal year beginning
July 1st.
All new construction will be assessed and added to the tax roll immediately starting
with the certificate of occupancy issue date or when the property becomes fit for
use.
Property rezoned will be reassessed ten (10) days after the ordinance is approved.
Subdivisions are assessed on the date the subdivision is recorded in the Clerk of
Circuit Court office.
Service Charge is 0.240/$100 (which is 20% of the 1.20/$100 current tax rate).
Rates or Fees Amount
The Real Estate tax rate is
$1.20 per
$100.00 of
assessed value
Due Dates: First Payment due December 5th. Second Payment due June 5th.
Penalty: The penalty shall in no case exceed the amount of the tax due and becomes
part of the tax.
10% or $10.00
whichever is
greater
Interest: 10% per annum shall be assessed and collected on the principal and
penalties of all such taxes and levies remaining unpaid 10% annually
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances Effective dates: (05-26-2020) Emergency Ordinance to extend delay for
penalty and interest from 06-30-2020 to 07-31-2020 due to COVID-19; (04-13-2020)
Emergency Ordinance to extend the due date from 06-05-2020 to 06-30-2020 and
delay penalty and interest from 06-06-2020 to 06-30-2020 due to COVID-19; (07-01-
2019) $1.20 per $100.00 per assessed value; (From 07-01-1987-06-30-2019) $1.18
per $100.00 assessed value; (07-01-2006); (07-07-1988); (12-18-1986); (09-04-
1986); (From 04-23-1981-07-01-1986) 1.25 per $100.00 assessed; (04-18-1985); (05-
24-1984); (11-10-1980)
Resolution: 1229 (07-01-2013); 256 (01-01-1976) $1.30 per $100.00 assessed value
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article I, Section 82.3-82.4
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 32, Article 1, Section 58.1-3200-3389
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
ELECTRIC/WATER
UTILITY FEES
RECONNECT FEE FOR NONPAYMENT
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The city assesses a Reconnect Fee For Nonpayment when the Meter Service
Department makes a trip out to turn the service off to the building for nonpayment.
See the City of Salem Electric Department website under Rates for the Terms and
Conditions: www.salemva.gov
Rates or Fees Amount
The Reconnect Fee for Residential or Small General Service for Nonpayment is 25.00$
The Reconnect Fee for Residential or Small General Service for Nonpayment if done
after hours or weekends is 75.00$
The Reconnect Fee for All Other customers shall be
The actual
cost of making
the
reconnection,
with a
minimum of
$250.00
The Reconnect Fee for all customers, where service has been disconnected for
fraudulent use of electricity or where access to the meter has been denied will be
The actual
cost of making
the
reconnection,
with a
minimum of
$250.00
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (06-22-2020) Extended Emergency Ordinance to
discontinue disconnections during COVID-19 through 08-31-2020; (04-13-2020)
Emergency Ordinance to discontinue disconnections during COVID-19 pandemic
through 06-30-2020; (11-24-2016)
Resolutions: 1270 (07-01-2015); 1141 (07-01-2009); 1095 (07-01-2007); 838 (07-01-
1996); 770 (07-01-1993); 459 (07-01-1983)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 1, Section 90-238(a)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
CIRCUIT COURT
CIRCUIT COURT FEES
RECORDATION TAX
Assessing Department:
Circuit Court
Collecting Department:
Circuit Court
Description:
A city recordation tax is imposed on the state recordation collectable tax for the first
recordation of each taxable instrument. The clerk of the circuit court of the city collecting the
recordation tax shall pay the amount to the city of salem treasurer. For such services in
collecting such tax, the clerk shall be compensated in the amount of five (5%) percent of the
amount so collected.
Rate or Fee
The tax in an amount equal to one-third of the amount of the state recordation collectable
for the state on the first recordation of each taxable instrument; provided, that no tax shall
be imposed under this section upon any instrument on which the state recordation tax is $.50
specifically. A deed or other instrument conveys, or covers shall relate to property located in
the city.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective date: (07-22-2010)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article IX, Sections 82-255-256
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle I, Chapter 8, Section 58.1-3800-3811
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
PARKS AND RECREATION
PARKS AND RECREATION FEES
RECREATION PROGRAM FEES
Assessing Department:
Parks and Recreation
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City of Salem Parks and Recreation Department affords residents access to a variety of
cultural, arts and crafts, dance and exercise opportunities. Actual classes vary from season to
season and year to year.
Rates or Fees
The fees for Recreation Programs will vary and are published in the Salem Magazine, in the
spring and fall. The information can be found on the City of Salem Parks and Recreation
website: www.salemva.gov.
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INPSECTION FEES
REFUND FOR PERMITS
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City will refund a portion of a permit if work has not been performed.
Rate or Fee Amount
The City will retain the
higher of 25%
or $30.00 and
refund the
remaining
balance.
For total permit fees less than 25% or $30.00, no refund will be made.
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) Policy Change
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES INCURRED IN RESPONDING TO CERTAIN TRAFFIC
INCIDENTS
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
Combined General District Court
Description:
A person convicted of violating any of the following provisions shall be liable for
restitution at the time of sentencing, or in a separate civil action, to the city or to any
responding rescue squad, law-enforcement, fire-fighting and emergency services: a)
driving impaired and causing an accident or incident, b) reckless driving causes an
accident or incident, c) driving without a license or with a suspended or revoked license
and d) improperly leaving the scene of an accident.
Rate or Fee Amount
The City has determined the reasonable expense is a flat fee of 350.00$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-01-2010)
Salem City Code, Chapter 86, Article IV, Division 1, Section 86-97 - Part II
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 17, Article 1, Section 15.2-1716; Title
18.2, Chapter 4, Article 1, Sections 18.2-36.1, 18.2-51.4, 18.2-266, 18.2-266.1; Title
29.1, Chapter 7, Article 3, Sections 29.1-738, 29.1-738.02; Title 46.2, Subtitle II,
Chapter 3, Article 6.1, Section 46.2-341.24; Title 46.2, Chapter 8, Article 7, Section
46.2-852, Section 46.2-852; Title 46.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 3, Article 1, Section 46.2-
300, Title 46.2, Subtitle III, Chapter 8, Article 11, Section 46.2-894
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
FINANCE
FINANCE FEES
RETURN CHECK FEE
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Treasurer/Utility Collections
Description:
Any check issued to the City and is returned for non-sufficient funds will be charged a
return check fee.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Returned Check is 40.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1139 (07-01-2009) $40.00; 1118 (07-01-2008) $30.00; 930 (07-01-1999)
$25.00; 770 (07-01-1993) $20.00; 748 (07-01-1992) $15.00; 459 (07-01-1983) $10.00
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle I, Chapter 1, Section 15.2-106
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
REZONING FEE
Assessing Department:
Zoning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
City Council may by ordinance, amend, supplement, or change zoning
regulations, district boundaries or classifications of property whenever the public
necessity, convenience, general welfare, or good zoning practice require
changes. All proposed amendments shall be referred to the Salem Planning
Commission for study or recommendation.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Rezoning is
$200.00 plus
$25.00 per acre
greater than one
acre and the
petitioner pays
the full
advertisement
cost
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1050 (03-24-2005); 902 (08-
10-1998); 607 (10-27-1987); 416 (12-15-1981); 347 (02-05-1979)
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Section 106-228.4; Chapter 106, Article V,
Section 106-512
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
RIGHT OF WAY PERMIT FEES
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Right of Way Permits are required for any work taking place in the City of Salem right of
way. A fee is charged for permits in accordance with the City of Salem Right of Way Permit
Specifications.
Rates or Fees Amount
Fees charged for Right of Way permits are effective October 1, 2014:
Permit Fee (30 days) 50.00$
Permit Fee (60 days) 100.00$
If any excavation is started without the required permit, in order for the person to be
allowed to continue with such excavation, the person must obtain a permit, and the cost of
such permit fee shall be
Twice the
applicable
amount set forth
above (i.e., 30
day permit fee is
$100.00, 60 day
permit fee is
$200.00)
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) New fees started 10-01-2014
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNICATION
COMMUNICATION FEES
SALEM MAGAZINE AD FEES
Assessing Department:
Communications
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The Salem Magazine is published twice a year and fees to place an ad in the publication is
subject to change.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fees for placing an ad in the Salem Magazine are as follows:
Full Page 1,000.00$
Half Page 500.00$
Quarter Page 250.00$
*Prices are subject to change
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FINANCE
FINANCE FEES
SALES AND USE TAX
Assessing Department:
Commonwealth of Virginia
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Commonwealth of Virginia requires a Sales Tax be assessed on all purchases except
prescription drugs.
Rate or Fee Amount
The Sales and Use tax is 4.30%
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-26-1981) General retail sales tax is exempt from
artificial or propane gas, firewood, coal and home heating oil purchased for domestic
consumption.
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle I, Chapter 3, Article 14, Section 58.1-441.49
Sales and Use Tax Policy Statement 81-1
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
SCRAP METAL DEALER PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Every person who regularly engages in the purchasing or acquiring of secondhand building
materials for the purpose of resale or installation on the property of another , shall be
deemed a "Dealer".
Dealers are now required to obtain a "Scrap Metal Dealer Permit" issued by the Salem
Police Department for which these items are offered for sale or acquisition as required by
law.
A permit is NOT needed for those dealers who do not conduct transactions involving more
than 600 pounds combined weight or enters into more than 26 combined transactions
annually (59.1-116.1). Dealers who are under this threshold will only be required to
submit Virginia State Police Form 313. Which is available on the Virginia State Police
website and from Salem Iron and Metal.
Application for the City of Salem Scrap Metal Dealer Permit can be found on the City of
Salem Police Department website: www.salemva.gov.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Scrap Metal Dealer Permit is 20.00$
Legal Authorization:
Code of Virginia, Title 59.1, Chapter 9, Article 1, Section 59.1-117-59.1-123
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ELECTRIC/WATER/SEWER
UTILITY FEES
SECURITY DEPOSIT FOR UTILITIES
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Customers are required to have a security deposit to obtain electric, water and
sewer services within the City of Salem. This deposit is used to help cover the final
bill when a customer moves out.
Rates or Fees Amount
The following Security Deposits are in place:
Residential $250.00
Commercial
Two times the
highest previous
bills.
The interest rate on Security Deposits are re-evaluated annually and based on the
State Corporation Commission reported rate.
Upon request, after two years of satisfactory completion with no delinquencies,
the deposit with accrued interest can be applied to the customers account.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (11-24-2016); (07-01-2013); (07-01-2010)
Residential-$125-$250, Commercial-Twice the highest previous bill; (07-01-2001)
Residential $50-$250, Commercial-Twice the highest previous bill
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 1, Section 90-237
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PARKS AND RECREATION
PARKS AND RECREATION FEES
SENIOR CENTER FEES
Assessing Department:
Parks and Recreation
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City of Salem Parks and Recreation Senior Center offers many opportunities for our senior
citizens.
Rates or Fees
The fee for a Senior Center Class will vary and are published in the Salem Magazine, in the spring
and fall. The information can be found on the City of Salem Parks and Recreation website:
www.salemva.gov.
The fee for a Senior Citizen Trip is based on the trip cost and the number of participants.
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COURTS
COURT FEES
SERVICE FEES FOR COURTS
Assessing Department:
General Combined District Courts/Circuit Courts
Collecting Department:
General Combined District Courts/Circuit Courts
Description:
The service fees are for Sheriff services. This is forwarded to the city treasurer monthly.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fee for Services are:
Service fees from the General District Court per levy is 12.00$
Service fees from the Circuit Court per levy is 12.00$
Service fees to List and Seize Personal Property per levy is 12.00$
Service fees for Civil Process is 12.00$
Service fees for Out-of-State Civil Process served in the City of Salem is 75.00$
Legal Authorization:
Code of Virginia, Title 17.1, Chapter 2, Article 7, Section 17.1-272
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SEWER
UTILITY FEES
SEWER AVAILABILITY FEES
Assessing Department:
Sewer
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Sewer Availability Fees are assessed for new connections to the City's existing
sewer infrastructure.
Rates or Fees Amount
The following Sewer Availability Fees apply:
5/8" or 3/4" Water Meter Size 1,000.00
1" Water Meter Size 2,000.00
1 1/2" Water Meter Size 3,000.00
2" Water Meter Size 6,000.00
3" Water Meter Size 12,000.00
4" Water Meter Size 20,000.00
6" Water Meter Size 40,000.00
8" Water Meter Size 75,000.00
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (06-18-2020) Correction on 1 1/2" Water Meter
from $3,500.00 to $3,000.00, (11-24-2016)
Resolution: 1306 (03-13-2017); 1253 (07-01-2014) New fee
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article III, Division 3, Section
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SEWER
UTILITY FEES
SEWER CONNECTION FEES
Assessing Department:
Sewer
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Rates or Fees Amount
The Sewer Connection Fees are as follows:
6" Sewer Connection or smaller - based on lateral diameter
The greater of
$2,100 or actual
cost plus 29%
Larger than 6" Sewer Connection - based on lateral diameter
The greater of
$2,100 or actual
cost plus 29%
New Construction: Sewer charges will begin 60 days after the sewer connection is
complete. This will be effective, January 1, 2016.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (11-24-2016); (07-01-2014); (07-01-2010); (07-01-2005); (07-
01-2003); (07-01-1999); (07-01-1996); (07-01-1994); (07-01-1993); (07-01-1992); (07-01-
1988); (03-01-1981); (07-01-1980)
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article III, Division 3, Section 90-128
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
SEWER
UTILITY FEES
SEWER NON-USER FEES
Assessing Department:
Sewer
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Sewer Non-User Fees are fees charged to customers if service is available to the property, but they
choose not to use this utility.
Rate or Fee
January 2017-
January 2021
The Sewer Non-User fee is 32% of 5,000 GPM (Gallons per Month) Residential Rate $ 14.40
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (01-01-2017-01-01-2021); (01-01-2015); (01-01-2014); (01-01-2013);
01-01-2012); (01-01-2011); (07-2010)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 4, Subdivision 1, Section 90-303
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SEWER
UTILITY FEES
SEWER RATES
Assessing Department:
Sewer
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The City renders a monthly bill for use of the city sewer system and the charge is based on
water consumption. The monthly bill will include Electric, Water, Sewer and Toter/Trash fee
and Dumpster Service, if requested.
Rates or Fees
January 2017-
January 2021
The Sewer Rates are as follows:
Sewer Base Service Fee:
Residential 22.70$
Small Commercial 45.41$
Large Commercial 90.82$
Multi-Unit 68.11$
Duplex-Residential 45.40$
Sewer Volume Rate Per 1000 Gallons Used: GPM = Gallons per Month
First 5,000 GPM 5.39$
5,000 - 10,000 GPM 5.39$
10,000 - 75,000 GPM 5.39$
All over 75,000 GPM 5.39$
Sewer Non-User Fees:
29% of 5,000 GPM Residential Rate 14.40$
Sewer Unmetered Fees:
100% of 4,000 GPM Residential Rate 44.26$
New construction sewer consumption, after hook up, will not be billed until a Certificate of
Occupancy is issued.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (07-01-2016) Effective January 1, 2017, Rates approved for
January 2017-January 2021; (07-01-2014) Increase January 1, 2015; (01-01-2010) For 2010,
2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014; (07-01-2006); (07-01-2005); (07-01-2004); (07-01-2003); (07-01-
1996) for 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001; (07-01-1995); (07-01-1993); (07-01-1992);
(07-01-1991); (07-01-1990); (07-01-89); (07-01-1982); (03-01-1981); (10-24-1980); (06-20-
1979)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 4, Subdivision 1, Section 90-303
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SEWER
UTILITY FEES
SEWER UNMETERED FEES
Assessing Department:
Sewer
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Unmetered Sewer Fees are fees charged to customers who have sewer service but not a metered
water or sewer service that provides a monthly reading for usage.
Rate or Fee
January 2017-
2021
The Sewer Unmetered fee is 100% of 4,000 GPM 44.26$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (01-01-2017-2021); (01-01-2015); (07-1-2014) Set up a rate for
Unmetered Sewer
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 4, Subdivision 1, Section 90-303
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COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
SHORT TERM/DAILY RENTAL TAX
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Localities in Virginia are authorized by the Code of Virginia to levy a tax which can not exceed 1% of the
gross proceeds of a person engaged in the short term rental business as defined in State of Virginia
Code Section 58.1-3510. Any person engaged in the short term rental business as defined in section 82-
178 shall collect the rental tax from the lessee of the daily rental property at the time of the rental.
What is Daily Rental Property? All tangible personal property held for rental and owned by a person
engaged in the short tem rental business, except trailers as defined in Code of Virginia, 46.2-100, and
other tangible personal property required to be licensed or registered with the state department of
motor vehicles, state department of game and fisheries or state department of aviation. Except for
daily rental of passenger cars, all rental property that is not daily rental property shall be classified
pursuant to Code of Virginia, 58.1-3503.
Rate or Fee
The Short Term/Daily Rental Tax is one percent (1%) of the total amount charged to each person for
the rental of daily rental property.
Due Dates: Returns are to be remitted quarterly and should be filed within 30 days of the last day of
the quarter for which you are filing. Quarterly Remittance Procedures: Please make checks payable to
City of Salem and remit tax accompanied by the Short Term/Daily rental tax remittance form to the
Commissioner of the Revenue PO Box 869 Salem VA 24153.
Penalties for failure to file or late filing: A penalty of six percent (6%) of the tax due if the failure is for
not more than one month, with an additional six percent (6%) for additional month the failure occurs
not to exceed thirty percent (30%) of the tax shall be added to all delinquent filings. In no case shall the
penalty be less than $10.00, even if no tax is due for the period for which the return was required.
Violation of any provision of this code shall be guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor pursuant of VA Code 58.1-
636.
Legal Authorization:
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article VI, Section 82-176-183
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 35, Article 3.1, Sections 58.1-3510.4-3510.7
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
SIDEWALK DINING PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Zoning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The Permittee must comply with all applicable rules, regulations, ordinances, laws or
statutes, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and those regulations
promulgated or enforced by the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and the
Board of Health. Sidewalk dining permits shall be revocable with or without cause in
the discretion of the City Manager or the City Manager's designee.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Sidewalk Dining permit is 100.00$
Applications must be submitted 30 days prior to the intended start date to allow
sufficient time for staff review and the permit fee must be paid before the permit
will be issued.
Annual permit to run calendar year, January 1 to December 31 of each year.
The Permittee may use the dining area from 7:00am until 3:00am.
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1338 (07-01-2018)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING FEES
SITE PLAN APPROVAL REVIEW FEE
Assessing Department:
Planning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The objectives of site plan review are to 1) maintain the character and
integrity of neighborhoods and ensure compatible development patterns;
2) promote excellence of design; 3) encourage the most appropriate
development and use of land; 4) prevent traffic hazards; 5) ensure the
availability and efficient provision of public services; and 6) avoid adverse
impacts on the natural environment. See the Site Plan Review Procedure.
More information can be found on the City of Salem Planning website:
www.salemva.gov
Rates or Fees Amount
A site plan review fee is
$500.00 plus
$25.00 per
acre greater
than one acre
This fee covers two reviews: the initial review and one re-review. A fee of
$75.00 will be
charged for
additional
reviews
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1050 (03-24-2005);
909 (10-26-1998)
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-512
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING FEES
SITE PLAN RE-REVIEW FEE-PLANNING
Assessing Department:
Planning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
After the Site Plan Approval review is completed and you have been notified of changes that
need to be made, plans can be resubmitted with changes and reviewed again at no cost, but
after the second review if changes are still not made the next (3rd) review will have a $75.00 fee
attached.
Rate or Fee Amount
A Site Plan Re-review fee is
$75.00 after
the second
review if
additional
changes need
to be made
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (7-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) Policy change; 1050 (03-24-2005) Re-Review
$75.00
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-512
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PARKS AND RECREATION
PARKS AND RECREATION FEES
SPECIAL EVENTS-PARKS AND RECREATION
Assessing Department:
Parks and Recreation
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City of Salem Parks and Recreation host many special events throughout
the year within the city. For more information contact the City of Salem Parks
and Recreation Department at 540-375-3057.
Rates or Fees Amount
Winterfest Beach Bash-January Call for price of admission
Easter Egg Hunt No Charge
Ernest Robertson Trout Fishing Rodeo-April-May No Charge
Relay for Life No Charge
Hook a Kid on Golf-Summer Fee based on participants
Art and Jazz in July No Charge
Salem After Five - April - August
$5.00 per person/Children
under 12 free
Salem Distance Run-August Call for price to participate
Star B-Q Festival Call for price of admission
Movies at Longwood - June - October No Charge
Pumpkinfest-October No Charge
Salem Half Marathon Call for price to participate
Christmas Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade-December No Charge
Ye Olde Salem Christmas-December No Charge
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
SPECIAL EXCEPTION PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Planning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Special Exception Permits are established in recognition that in addition to uses
permitted by right, certain, uses may, depending on their scale, design, location and
conditions imposed by Council, be compatible with existing and future land uses in
the district. Special Exceptions are allowed only at the discretion and approval of the
Salem City Council following review and recommendation by Salem Planning
Commission.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Special Exception Permit is
$200.00 plus
$25.00 per acre
greater than
one acre and
the petitioner
pays the full
advertisement
cost
Fee is payable upon submission of application.
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1050 (03-24-2005)
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-512; Chapter 106, Article V,
Section 106-524
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FINANCE
FINANCE FEES
SPECIAL REGULATORY TAX-STATE
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
A Special Regulatory Tax-State is a tax on the consumers of electricity in the
Commonwealth based on kilowatt hours delivered and used per month.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Special Regulatory Tax-State, per billing period, will be billed by the following formulas:
Electricity Service:
Each consumer of electricity in the Commonwealth shall pay electric state
consumption tax on all electricity consumed per month not in excess of 2,500 kWh at
the rate of $0.00155 per kWh, as follows:
$0.000165 per
kWh
Each consumer of electricity in the Commonwealth shall pay electric state
consumption tax on all electricity consumed per month in excess of 2,501 kWh but not
in excess of 50,000 kWh at the rate of $0.00099 per kWh, as follows:
$0.000110 per
kWh
Each consumer of electricity in the Commonwealth shall pay electric state
consumption tax on all electricity consumed per month in excess of 50,000 kWh at the
rate of $0.00075 per kWh, as follows:
$0.000077 per
kWh
Legal Authorization:
State Corporation Commission: (07-16-2021); (01-16-2020); (01-16-2012); Code of
Virginia: (01-01-2001)
Resolution: 963 (12-11-2000)
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle II, Chapter 29, Section 58.1-2900
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FINANCE
FINANCE FEES
STATE CONSUMPTION TAX
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The State Consumption Tax is a tax on the consumers of electricity in the
Commonwealth based on kilowatt hours delivered and used per month.
Rates or Fees Amount
The State Consumption Tax, per billing period, will be billed by the following formulas:
Electricity Service:
Each consumer of electricity in the Commonwealth shall pay electric state
consumption tax on all electricity consumed per month not in excess of 2,500 kWh at
the rate of $0.00155 per kWh, as follows:$0.00102 per kWh
Each consumer of electricity in the Commonwealth shall pay electric state
consumption tax on all electricity consumed per month in excess of 2,500 kWh but
not in excess of 50,000 kWh at the rate of $0.00099 per kWh, as follows:$0.00065 per kWh
Each consumer of electricity in the Commonwealth shall pay electric state
consumption tax on all electricity consumed per month in excess of 50,000 kWh at
the rate of $0.00075 per kWh, as follows:$0.00050 per kWh
Legal Authorization:
Resolution: 963 (12-11-2000)
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle II, Chapter 29, Section 58.1-2900 (01-01-2001)
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
STORMWATER APPEAL FEE
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Contact the Engineering Department (540-375-3032) if you wish to appeal the
stormwater decision.
Rate or Fee Amount
The Stormwater Appeal fee is 200.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) New fee
Salem City Code, Chapter 30, Article IV, Division 1, Section 30-136
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
CLERK OF COUNCIL
CITY CLERK FEES
STREET AND ALLEY CLOSURE REVIEW FEE
Assessing Department:
City Clerk
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
A fee is charged for the processing of any application for the closing or vacating of
any street or alley in the City. This fee is nonrefundable.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for Street and Alley Closure Review is
$250.00 plus
the cost of the
advertising
Legal Authorization:
Resolution: 1306 (03-13-2017) $250.00 plus the cost of the advertising; 1253 (07-01-
2014) Budget Resolution $250.00 plus cost of the advertising; 393 (09-22-1980)
$100.00 to be paid along with $50.00 per viewer to be appointed at the time said
application is made.
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 20, Article 2, Section 15.2-2006-15.2-2007
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
SUBDIVISION PLAN COPY FEE
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
A copy of a Subdivision Plan can be requested for a fee.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a copy of a Subdivision Plan is 4.00$
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
SUBDIVISION PLAN REVIEW FEES
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
The City charges a fee for approval of Subdivision plats. If an applicant desires
to have existing plats established through the Subdivision process vacated or
eliminated they must have a Subdivision Plan Review.
Visit the City of Salem Engineering Department website for more details:
www.salemva.gov
Rates or Fees Amount
The fees for Subdivision Plan Review are:
Minor (5 or less lots)$100.00
Major (6 or more lots or any subdivision involving the creation of public rights
of way)
$220.00 plus
$45.00 per lot
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1050 (03-24-2005); 901 (08-10-1998); 348 (02-05-1979)
Salem City Code, Chapter 78, Article IV, Section 78-205
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
TAX FREEZE FOR THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED ON REAL ESTATE TAXES
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
This is a freeze on Real Estate taxes, when the assessment goes up, the tax remains the same.
Applications are available online and may be mailed and accepted only between July 1st and August
31st of each year.
Please contact the City of Salem Commissioner of The Revenue office at (540-375-3019), with
questions. You may also visit the City of Salem Commissioner of the Revenue Department on
their website: www.salemva.gov
Rates or Fees
If you can answer yes to ALL of the following questions, you may be able to qualify for the Tax
Freeze:
Are you named on the deed for the property?
Property that is jointly owned by husband and wife, either spouse can be 65 years of age or older or
disabled. Any other owners must meet all qualifications.
Were you at least 65 years of age or totally and permanently disabled by December 31st of the
preceding year?
Is this your primary residence that you are applying for?
Is your gross income from all sources $50,000.00 or under?
Are all of your assets excluding your home $100,000.00 or under?
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (06-22-2020) Emergency Ordinance to extend the time period for
filing of applications from 8-31-20 to 9-15-20 due to COVID-19; (11-24-2005); (07-05-2001); (03-
05-1992); (01-01-1990); (09-25-1989); (09-04-1986); (04-04-1985); (09-03-1981); (11-10-1980); (07-
01-1978)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article II, Section 82-41-49
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 32, Article 2, Section 58.1-3210-3218
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
TAXICAB SERVICE CHARGE FEES
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Drivers of public vehicles, such as taxicabs are required to pay a taxicab service charge to
operate in the city. The taxicab service files an application with the Detective Division of
the Police Department.
Rate or Fee Amount
Fee for each application form, whether used or not, and for fingerprinting by the police
department and for each license issued is 3.00$
Fee for each renewal of license is 1.00$
Fee for background checks on owners and/or directors upon each application and
renewal of license is 20.00$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective dates: (11-24-2016)
Resolution: (07-01-2019) added to Miscellaneous Fee Resolution; 1253 (07-01-
2014) Budget Resolution $20.00 fee for background check
Salem City Code, Chapter 98, Article II, Division 2, Section 98-126
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
TEMPORARY ELECTRIC INSPECTION FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Temporary electric service can be approved and installed during construction. This service is
installed for test purposes only. It is understood that the occupancy of this structure without
all final inspections being made is a violation of the Statewide Building Code and will result in
the service being discontinued immediately.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Temporary Electric Inspection is 30.00$
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) $30.00; 578 (01-01-1987) $5.00 to $15.00
Salem City Code: Chapter 18, Article III, Division 2, Section 18-195
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ELECTRIC
UTILITY FEES
TEMPORARY SERVICE FEES-ELECTRIC
Assessing Department:
Electric
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Available for lighting and general service for limited duration, where capacity is
available, to nonpermanent installations such as construction projects, transient uses
such as traveling shows, fairs, exhibitions, outdoor or indoor entertainment, seasonal
installations, or under other circumstances where the City of Salem, Virginia has reason
to believe that the facilities installed will not be used for a permanent supply of
electricity. Temporary service shall be provided through its own separately metered
delivery point.
Rate or Fee Amount
Temporary Service Fees are as follows:
Residential and Commercial
See City of Salem
Electric Department
website under
Electric Rates, for
Rates, Availability of
Service and Terms
and Conditions of
Service:
www.salemva.gov
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1270 (07-01-2015); 1230 (07-01-2013); 1204 (07-01-2012); 1182 (07-01-
2011); 1161 (07-01-2010); 1141 (09-01-2009); 1119 (07-01-2008); 1097 (08-01-2007);
1059 (08-01-2005)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article II, Division 3, Section 90-278 and 90-279
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING INSPECTION FEES
TENT & MEMBRANE STRUCTURES OVER 900 SQUARE FEET PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Building Inspections
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
A Building permit is required for a Tent & Membrane Structure over 900 square
feet. A Zoning permit will also need to be obtained.
Rates or Fees Amount
The permit is based on cost. For more information see the City of Salem Building
Inspections Department on our website: www.salemva.gov
Zoning Permit 20.00$
2% State Levy must be added to all permits issued.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (10-27-1986) Adopted Virginia Uniform Statewide
Building Code
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016 for 07-01-2014);1253 (07-01-2014) Budget
Resolution - Zoning Permit Fee; 976 (07-01-2001) Revised schedule of fees; 644
(05-01-1989) Revised schedule of fees; 547 (10-14-1985) Policy regarding
installation of backflow preventive valves; 386 (09-01-1974) adopted fees; 209 (02-
25-1974) adopted the Southern Standard Building Code
State Levy: 1218 (12-10-2012); 1184 (05-23-2011); 1162 (06-04-2010); 1155 (03-
08-2009) 2%; (07-01-2008) 1.75%; (04-01-1992) 1%
Salem City Code, Chapter 18, Article III, Section 18-36; Chapter 106, Article V,
Section 106-506
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NO LONGER IN USE
SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL/TRANSFER STATION
SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FEES
TIPPING FEES
Assessing Department:
Solid Waste/Transfer Station
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Please see the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority website for more information.
Rates or Fees
The City of Salem Transfer Station joined the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
June 13, 2016 and they began operations November 2016. For more information
visit their website.
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1295 (06-13-2016); 1294 (06-13-2016); 1293 (06-13-2016); 1300 (07-
01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1183 (07-01-2011); 1120 (07-01-2008); 1056 (07-01-
2005); 1010 (07-01-2003); 996 (07-01-2002); 974 (07-01-2001); 899 (08-01-1998);
871 (07-01-1997); 839 (07-01-1996); 791 (07-01-1994); 769 (07-01-1993); 712 (07-
01-1991); 684 (07-01-1990); 653 (07-01-1989); 638 (02-01-1989); 622 (07-01-
1988); 600 (07-13-1987); 506 (08-20-1984); 459 (07-01-1983); 423 (04-12-1982);
384 (06-23-1980); 345 (12-11-1978)
Salem City Code, Chapter 70, Article II, Section 70-36
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
POLICE
POLICE FEES
TOWING OF ABANDON OR STOPPED VEHICLES
Assessing Department:
Police
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
It is unlawful to park any vehicle on any street or within any city parking lot and leave such
vehicle standing for more than four (4) consecutive days. Towing of abandoned or stopped
vehicles is the responsibility of the Police Patrol/Traffic Division. All Towing and storage
services are provided by private companies. The vehicle owner shall pay the private
companies directly.
Rate or Fee
Private companies will provide their own rates and fees for towing and storing of vehicles.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective dates: (04-21-2011); (04-26-1993); (03-07-1985); (02-26-1979)
Salem City Code, Chapter 86, Article V, Sections 86-245 thru 86-265
Code of Virginia, Title 46.2, Subtitle III, Chapter 12, Article 2, Section 46.2-1213
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COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
TRANSIENT LODGING TAX (LODGING TAX)
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
This is a tax on any person who, for a period of not more than 30 consecutive days, either at his own
expense or at that of another, obtains lodging at any hotel, motel, inn, tourist home, rooming house
or other place of lodging within the city.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Transient Lodging Tax rate is 8%
Due Date: Payment must be postmarked by the 30th day of the month following the month in
which the tax is collected to avoid penalties. Payment postmarked on or before the 20th of the
month following the month the tax is collected may take a discount of 3% of the tax amount. Remit
to Commissioner of the Revenue PO Box 869 Salem VA 24153 and make all checks payable to the
City of Salem Treasurer.
3% discount if filed
by the 20th of the
following month
Penalty for Late Payment: Shall in no case exceed the amount of the tax assessable.
10% the first
month, 5% for
each month
thereafter, up to a
maximum of 25%
or $10.00
whichever is
greater
Interest: May commence not earlier than the first day following the day such taxes are due.10% Annually
In the case of a false or fraudulent return with intent to defraud the city of any tax due under this
article, a penalty of 50 percent of the tax shall be assessed against the person required to collect
such tax.
Failure to Pay or Violation of Code: Any person violating or failing to comply with any provision of
the Code governing this tax, shall be guilty of a Class 1 Misdemeanor. Conviction of such violation
shall not relieve such person from the payment, collection, or remittance of the Transient Lodging
Tax. Collection, but failing to remit this tax shall constitute embezzlement per 18.2-111 of the Code
of Virginia.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (10-06-2016); (01-02-2013); (08-01-2002); (08-01-1998); (12-01-1988)
Resolution: 1195 (01-23-2012) Salem supports Roanoke County's request to increase its transient
occupancy tax by two percent
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article V, Section 82-136-146
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 38, Article 6, Section 58.1-3819-3826
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STREETS, SANITATION, BEAUTIFICATION, CITY GARAGE AND BUILDING MAINTENANCE
STREET FEES
TRASH SERVICE/DUMPSTER FEES
Assessing Department:
Street/Sanitation
Collecting Department:
Treasurer/Utility Collections
Description:
The City charges a fee for certain Trash Services.
Rates or Fees 2014-2019 2019-2020 2020-2021
The fees for Trash Service are listed below:
Toter Charge-Monthly per toter 7.00$ 10.00$ 10.00$
Toter Charge per toter for qualified Tax Relief for the Elderly or Veterans Relief
citizens(must be approved through the Commissioner of the Revenue).1.00$ 1.00$ 1.00$
Purchase Toter 65.00$ 65.00$ 65.00$
Dumpster Collection Fee-per dumpster, collected on a weekly schedule. 20.00$ 22.00$ 24.00$
Dumpster Once a Week Pickup Contract 86.67$ 95.33$ 104.00$
Dumpster Twice a Week Pickup Contract 173.33$ 190.67$ 208.00$
Dumpster Three Times a Week Pickup Contract 260.00$ 286.00$ 312.00$
Dumpster Four Times a Week Pickup Contract 346.67$ 381.33$ 416.00$
Dumpster Five Times a Week Pickup Contract 433.33$ 476.67$ 520.00$
Dumpster Service-Collection Fee for Extra Pickup with a Contract -$ 28.00$ 28.00$
No charge for companies participating in City's Cardboard Recycling Program.No Charge No Charge No Charge
Dumpster Service-Collection fee for each call in-No contract 35.00$ 50.00$ 50.00$
Lease of Dumpster-monthly 10.00$ 12.00$ 14.00$
Purchase Dumpster 950.00$ 1,440.00$ 1,440.00$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (02-21-2002); (02-21-2001); (08-04-1983); (07-01-1981);
(06-01-1978); (08-01-1971)
Resolutions: 1359 (07-01-2019-06-30-2021); 1298 (07-01-2016 Reaffirm 07-01-2014);
1253 (07-01-2014); 792 (07-01-1994); 770 (07-01-1993); 711 (07-01-1991); 654 (07-01-
1989); 459 (07-01-1983); 385 (07-01-1980)
Salem City Code, Chapter 70, Article II, Section 70-36
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
USE NOT PROVIDED FOR PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Zoning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Use Not Provided For permits are required when a proposed land use is not listed in the
zoning district. Use not provided for permits are allowed only at the discretion and
approval of the Salem City Council following review and recommendation by the Salem
Planning Commission.
Rate or Fee Amount
The Use Not Provided For Permit fee is
$200.00 plus
$25.00 per acre
greater than one
acre per request
and the petitioner
pays the full
advertisement
cost
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1050 (03-24-2005); 902 (08-10-
1998); 347 (02-05-1379)
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-512
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COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
UTILITY LICENSE TAX
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
On every person selling water, gas or electricity for light, heat or power in the city, there shall be a
license tax. Also on every person engaged in the business of transmitting telephone messages
between points within the city , there shall be a license tax.
Rates or Fees Amount
Utility License tax for water, light, power and gas companies is
Equal to one-
half of one
percent of the
gross receipts
derived from
such business
in the city
Utility License tax for telephone companies is
Equal to one-
half of one
percent of the
local exchange
gross receipts
derived from
such business
in the city
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (10-09-2000); (12-09-1996); (11-24-1980)
Salem City Code, Chapter 22, Article II, Division 2, Section 22-111-113
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ELECTRIC/WATER/SEWER
UTILITY FEES
UTILITY SERVICES LATE PAYMENT FEE
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
When the city utility bill is not paid by the due date a Utility Service Late Payment Fee will
be assessed on each service (Electric, Water and Sewer).
Rates or Fees Amount
Utility Service Late Payment fee for residential is
$5.00 for
each service
(If you have
all three
services it
will be
$15.00)
Utility Service Late Payment fee for commercial is 5% of the bill
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (06-22-2020) Emergency Ordinance to extend discontinuing
penalties from 06-30-2020 to 07-31-2020 for late payments due to COVID-19 also
extending service disconnections for utility customers to August 31, 2020, for failure to
timely pay for utility services due to the pandemic; (04-13-2020) Emergency Ordinance
to temporarily discontinue penalties until 06-30-2020 for late payments due to COVID-
19; (11-24-2016)
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017); 1298 (07-01-2016 Incorrect amount); 1253 (07-01-2014
Budget Resolution) Residential $5.00 each service, Commercial 5% of the bill; 770 (07-01-
1993) Residential $3.00 each service, Commercial 5% of the bill; 748 (07-01-1992); 711
(07-01-1991); 654 (07-01-1989); 459 (07-01-1983)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 1, Section 90-238
Virginia Code, 15.2-2119
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FINANCE
FINANCE FEES
UTILITY SERVICE TAX-LOCAL
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Utility service means and includes but is not limited to local telephone service, local
cellular, local digital, mobile, radio, telecommunications service, electricity service,
gas service, sewer service, bottled gas service and water service furnished in the
corporate limits of the city.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Utility Service Tax- Local, per billing period, will be billed by the following tax formulas:
Local exchange Telephone service, Water service, Sewer service, Bottled Gas are:
Residential customers
6% of the first $15.00 of
revenue not to exceed
$0.90 per service
Business, Commercial or Industrial customers
6% of the first $5,000.00
of revenue not to
exceed $300.00 per
service
Mobile local telecommunication service is:
10% of the first $30.00
of the monthly gross
charge per service
Electricity Service:
Residential customers
A minimum charge of $
.40 per customer plus
$.003 per KWh with the
amount of tax not to
exceed $ .90 maximum
Business, Commercial or Industrial customers
A minimum charge of
$1.00 plus $.003 per
KWh with the amount
not to exceed $300.00
Dust-to-Dawn lighting customers
A flat charge of $ .58 per
fixture per billing period
per service
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Utility Service Tax-Local Continued
Rates or Fees Amount
Gas Service:
Residential customers
A minimum charge of $
.53 per customer plus $
.011 per 100 CCF with
the amount of the tax
not to exceed $ .90
maximum
GS-1
A minimum charge of
$.84 per customer plus
$.011 per 100 CCF with
the amount of the tax
not to exceed $300.00
maximum
GS-2
A minimum charge of
$2.58 per customer plus
$ .011 per 100 CCF with
the amount of the tax
not to exceed $300.00
maximum
ISS
A minimum charge of
$19.50 per customer
plus $ .011 per 100 CCF
with the amount of the
tax not to exceed
$300.00 maximum
ITS
A minimum charge of
$24.00 per customer
plus $ .011 per 100 CCF
with the amount of the
tax not to exceed
$300.00 maximum
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (11-07-2002) telephone service; (10-19-2000 Effective
date 01-01-2001) All utilities; (05-25-1987); (04-1-1981)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article III, Section 82-76-84; Chapter 27A, Article III,
Section 27A-21
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle II, Chapter 29, Section 58.1-2900
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ELECTRIC/WATER
UTILITY FEES
UTILITY SERVICE TURN ON FEES
Assessing Department:
Finance
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
To obtain utility service from the City of Salem you must visit the Utility Collection Office,
located in City Hall on the ground floor. A fee is assessed for Electric and Water Service,
along with a security deposit.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Utility Service Turn On Fee for Electricity is
$10.00 per
service
The Utility Service Turn On Fee for Water is
$10.00 per
service
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (11-24-2016)
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017); 1298 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) $10.00 per
service; 459 (07-01-1983) $4.00 per service, $8.00 if done weekends 5pm Friday to 8am
Monday
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article IV, Division 1, Section 90-236 (b)
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CIVIC CENTER
CIVIC CENTER FEES
VIP PARKING FEE
Assessing Department:
Civic Center
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
VIP Parking is offered for certain shows and the fee will vary.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for VIP Parking for certain shows will Vary
Legal Authorization:
Resolution: 1253 (07-01-2014) Budget Resolution
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COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
VEHICLE LICENSE FEES (VLF)
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
An annual Vehicle License Fee on every motor vehicle, trailer or semitrailer normally garaged,
stored, and parked or acquiring a situs within the city and capable of being operated on the streets,
highways, roads, or other traveled ways in the city shall be licensed.
Rates or Fees Amount
The fees for Vehicle Licenses are as follows:
Cars 20.00$
Motorcycles 16.00$
Trailers under 1,000 lbs. gross weight 3.00$
Trailers 1,001-5,000 lbs. gross weight 6.00$
Trailers all other 12.00$
Trucks, Tractors and Tractor Trucks Based on Gross Weight:
0-6,500 lbs.20.00$
6,501-8,000 lbs.24.00$
8,001-11,500 lbs.32.00$
11,501-15,500 lbs.40.00$
15,501-19,500 lbs.56.00$
19,501-29,500 lbs.80.00$
29,501-39,500 lbs.100.00$
39,501 lbs. and over 120.00$
Vehicles for Hire:
Automobiles - plus $20.00 25.00$
Trucks - plus Truck Tag 25.00$
Trailer - plus Trailer Tag 5.00$
Ambulances, Hearses, etc.:
Ambulances, Hearses, etc. - plus $20.00 25.00$
Transfer of a Vehicle License Fee: If a vehicle is purchased or sold within 30 days of paying the VLF
fee ($20.00) the VLF fee is waved for the new vehicle. New vehicles purchased during the year are
prorated.
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (04-04-2013); (04-15-2003); (03-20-1997); (05-05-1994); (02-10-
1992); (12-08-1988); (03-10-1983); (12-4-1980); (11-10-1980); (08-28-1978)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article I; Chapter 86, Article IX, Sections 86-416-431
Code of Virginia, Title 46.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 6, Article 11, Section 46.2-752
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TREASURER
TREASURER FEES
VEHICLE REGISTRATION WITHHOLDING PROGRAM FEE
Assessing Department:
Treasurer
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
This program allows the city to notify the Division of Motor Vehicles via an online
transmission when a citizen fails to pay personal property taxes. The owner of the
vehicle will be unable to renew tags, state decal or registration until taxes have been
paid.
Rate or Fee Amount
The Vehicle Registration Withholding Program Fee is 25.00$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinance, Effective date: (09-01-2017); (07-22-2010)
Salem City Code, Chapter 82, Article I, Section 82-5.1
Code of Virginia, Title 58.1, Subtitle III, Chapter 39, Article 3, Section 58.1-3958;
Title 46.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 6, Article 11, Section 46.2-752
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING FEES
VIRGINIA STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FFES (VSMP FEES)
Assessing Department:
Engineering
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
A stormwater management plan is to protect properties and the general health and safety of
the public by minimizing flooding, stream bank erosion and non-point source pollution of
aquatic resources. These fees cover cost associated with the implementation of a land
disturbance permit related to land disturbing activities and issuance of general permit
coverage and VSMP authority permits. The Engineering Department acts as the VSMP
authority.
Rates or Fees Amount
Fees for permit issuance:
General/Stormwater Management - Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage less than one
acre) and, if required by state law, detached single family residences within or without a
common plan of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or greater than
one acre and less than five acres, the fee is 290.00$
General/Stormwater Management - Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or
greater then one acre and less than five acres), not to include detached single family
residences within or without a common plan of development or sale, the fee is 2,700.00$
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than five acres and less than ten acres), the fee is 3,400.00$
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land-disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than ten acres and less than fifty acres), the fee is $ 4,500.00
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than fifty acres and less than one hundred acres), the fee is $ 6,100.00
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than one hundred acres), the fee is $ 9,600.00
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Virginia Stormwater Management Program Fees (VSMP Fees) Continued
Rates or Fees Amount
Fees for the Modification or Transfer of Registration Statements:
General/Stormwater Management - Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage less than one
acre), the fee is $ 20.00
General Stormwater Management - Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than one and less than five acres), the fee is $ 200.00
General-Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than five acres and less than ten acres), the fee is $ 250.00
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than ten acres and less than fifty acres), the fee is $ 300.00
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than fifty acres and less than one hundred acres), the fee is $ 450.00
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than one hundred acres), the fee is $ 700.00
Permit Maintenance Fees Paid Annually:
General/Stormwater Management - Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage less than one
acre), the annual fee is $ 50.00
General/Stormwater Management - Small Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance equal to or greater than
one acre and less than five acres), the annual fee is $ 400.00
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than five acres and less than ten acres), the annual fee is $ 500.00
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than ten acres and less than fifty acres), the annual fee is $ 650.00
General/Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater than fifty acres and less than one hundred acres), the annual fee is $ 900.00
General /Stormwater Management - Large Construction Activity/Land Clearing (Sites or areas
within common plans of development or sale with land disturbance acreage equal to or
greater one hundred acres), the annual fee is $ 1,400.00
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (10-22-2016) Amend Chapter 30, Article IV, Division 4 Sections
30-141(A) and 30-145(C) pertaining to stormwater management; (10-12-2015) Amend
Chapter 30 Environment, Article IV Stormwater Management, Division 4 Stormwater
Management Plan Contents, Review, and Technical Criteria, Sections 30-141 (A) and 30-145
(C); (03-23-2015) Accept and appropriate Stormwater permit fees; (07-01-2014) Stormwater
Management Plan with fees; (03-20-2008) Added Chapter 78 for Stormwater Plan; (07-05-
2007) Stormwater plan added to Chapter 30
Salem City Code, Chapter 30, Article IV, Section 30-131-30-181
Code of Virginia, Title 62.1, Chapter 3.1, Article 2.3, Section 62.1-44.15:24
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
WATER
UTILITY FEES
WATER AVAILABILITY FEES
Assessing Department:
Water
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Water Availability fees are assessed for any new connection to the city's existing water
infrastructure.
Rates or Fees Amount
The Water Availability Fees are as follows:
5/8" or 3/4" Meter 2,000.00$
1" Meter 4,000.00$
1 1/2" Meter 7,000.00$
2" Meter 13,000.00$
3" Meter 25,000.00$
4" Meter 40,000.00$
6" Meter 80,000.00$
8" Meter 155,000.00$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (11-24-2016)
Resolution: 1306 (03-13-2017); 1253 (07-01-2014) New fee
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article III, Division 2, Section
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
WATER
UTILITY FEES
WATER CONNECTION FEES
Assessing Department:
Water
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Water Connection Fees are based on the size of the meter needed to connect to the
City's existing water system. These fees help finance changes in a water system that
improves public health. Localities may establish, construct, improve, enlarge, operate
and maintain the water system with all that is necessary for the operation of such
system.
Rates or Fees Amount
Pre-installed
Connection
(With Lateral)
The Water Connection Fees are as follows:
5/8" or 3/4" Water Meter Size 1,500.00$ 900.00$
1" Water Meter Size 1,800.00$ 1,080.00$
1 1/2" Water Meter Size 2,700.00$ 1,620.00$
2" Water Meter Size $ 3,300.00 1,980.00$
Larger than 2" Water Meter Size
Actual Cost
plus 29%
2" Cost or
Actual Cost plus
29% whichever
is greater
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (11-24-2016); (07-01-2014); (07-01-2010); (07-01-2005);
(07-01-2003); (07-01-2000); (07-01-1999); (07-01-1996); (07-01-1994); (07-01-1993);
(07-01-1992); (07-01-1988); (07-01-1987); (03-01-1981)
Resolutions: 1306-(03-13-2017)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Article III, Division 2, Section 90-74
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
WATER
UTILITY FEES
WATER NON-USER FEE
Assessing Department:
Water
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
Non-User Fees are fees charged to customers if service is available to the property,
whether or not they use the utility.
Rate or Fee January 1, 2020 January 1, 2021
The fee for Water Non-User is 32% of 5,000 GPM Residential Rate. 13.32$ 13.60$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (01-01-2017-2021); (01-01-2015); (01-01-2014); (01-01-
2013); (01-01-2012); (01-01-2011); ( (07-01-2010)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90,Article IV, Division 2, Section 90-257
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
WATER
UTILITY FEES
WATER RATES
Assessing Department:
Water
Collecting Department:
Utility Collections
Description:
The City of Salem owns and operates it's own water distribution system. A monthly bill is
rendered to City customers which includes Electric, Water, Sewer and Toter/Trash fees plus
Dumpster charges, if service has been requested.
Rates or Fees January 1, 2020 January 1, 2021
The Water Rates are as follows:
Water Base Rate:
Residential 13.24$ 13.51$
Small Commercial 26.48$ 27.01$
Large Commercial 54.53$ 55.62$
Multi-Unit 40.50$ 41.31$
Fire Service 26.48$ 27.01$
Duplex-Residential 26.48$ 27.02$
Water Volume Rate per 1,000 Gallons Used: GPM=Gallons per Month
First 5,000 GPM 5.68$ 5.80$
5,000 - 10,000 GPM 5.92$ 6.04$
10,001 - 75,000 GPM 6.39$ 6.51$
75,001 - 1 Million GPM 6.71$ 6.84$
All over 1 Million 3.98$ 4.06$
Water Non-User Fees:
32% of 5,000 GPM - Residential Rate 13.32$ 13.60$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (01-01-2017-2021); (01-01-2015); (01-01-2014); (01-01-
2013); (01-01-2011); (07-01-2010); (07-01-2006); (07-01-2005); (07-01-2003); (07-01-
2002); (08-01-2001); (07-01-1998); (08-01-1997); (07-01-1992); (07-01-1991); (07-01-
1990); (07-01-1989); (08-01-1985); (07-08-1982); (06-20-1979)
Salem City Code, Chapter 90, Division 2, Article IV, Section 90-257
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE
COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FEES
YARD SALE/GARAGE SALE PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Commissioner of the Revenue
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
Residents are required to secure a permit to hold a Yard Sale/Garage Sale in the City of
Salem. The permits are good for three consecutive days (does not include Sunday). You will
need to provide the name of the person having the yard sale, the location of the sale and
the dates of the sale. Residents are permitted to have two sales per calendar year. Signs
are not allowed to advertise or give directions. One sign is allowed in the front yard of the
sale location during the sale. Permits will need to be displayed on the premises during the
time of the sale.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Yard Sale/Garage Sale Permit is 5.00$
Legal Authorization:
Ordinances, Effective dates: (10-07-1993) Charitable non-profit organization sales - 4
sales per calendar year; (09-07-1978)
Resolutions: 1306 (03-13-2017)
Salem City Code, Chapter 22, Article II, Section 22-83-83.1
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
ZONING CERTIFICATION LETTER FEE
Assessing Department:
Zoning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
This is a certification letter responding to a specific request for information that certain
property is being used in the proper (legal) way and if there are any violations.
Rate or Fee Amount
The fee for a Zoning Certification Letter is $ 100.00
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014); 1050 (03-24-2005) this charge is
for a background investigation for zoning and building compliance, not just zoning
designation
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-512; Chapter 106, Section 106-508
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING FEES
ZONING ORDINANCE
Assessing Department:
Planning
Collecting Department:
N/A
Description:
This ordinance, and any amendments, have been adopted for the general purpose of
implementing the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Salem, and for the purpose of
promoting the health, safety and/or general welfare of the public.
The Zoning Ordinance can be found on the City of Salem Zoning Department website:
www.salemva.gov
Rate or Fee Amount
Available online No Charge
Legal Authorization:
Adopted by Salem City Council March 14, 2005-Effective date: July 1, 2005
Revised February 28, 2005
Revised February 10, 2005
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article I-VI, Sections 106-100-106-602.13
Code of Virginia, Title 15.2, Subtitle II, Chapter 22, Article 7, Section 15.2-2200 and the
authority contained in Section 15.2-2280 and Section 15.2-2281
Comprehensive Plan:
Adopted June 11, 2012
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BOOK OF RATES AND FEES
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ZONING FEES
ZONING PERMIT FEE
Assessing Department:
Zoning
Collecting Department:
Treasurer
Description:
An application for a zoning permit and plans must be submitted with the appropriate
information. All Building Permits are now required to have a zoning permit from the
City Manager's office before the building permit will be issued.
Visit the City of Salem Zoning Department website for more information:
www.salemva.gov
Rate or Fee Amount
The Zoning Permit Fee is
$20.00 which
includes PODS
Legal Authorization:
Resolutions: 1299 (07-01-2016); 1253 (07-01-2014) New Fee
Salem City Code, Chapter 106, Article V, Section 106-504 and 106-512
Item 6K
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE COMMUNITY ROOM, SALEM CIVIC CENTER, 1001 ROANOKE
BOULEVARD, SALEM, VIRGINIA 24153
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Consider the adoption of Resolution 1394 regarding the
Miscellaneous Fees for 2021-2022
SUBMITTED BY: Angela A. Sellers, Process Improvement/Business Efficiency
Director
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The Miscellaneous Fees are adopted each fiscal year along with the budget. This fiscal year
Miscellaneous Fees Resolution 1394 shows no amended fees.
FISCAL IMPACT:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommendations is to review and adopt Miscellaneous Fees Resolution 1394 for the
2021-2022 fiscal year
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, MAY 24, 2021:
RESOLUTION 1394
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that the following
fees and policies be established in the City of Salem effective July 1, 2021 or as noted:
DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FEES:
Appeal to Uniform Statewide Building Code $ 250.00
Board of Building Code Appeals Fee $200.00 and
petitioner pays
the full
advertisement
cost
Boundary Line Adjustment or Vacation of
Interior Lot Lines
$ 75.00
Building Plan Review Commercial
Construction (New or Expansion)
10% of permit fee
or $30.00,
whichever is
greater to be paid
when dropping
plans off at the
office
Building Plan Review Residential $ 30.00
Building Plan Review with a Stormwater Plan $250.00 for under
an acre
Building Plan Re-Review $ 75.00
Certificate of Occupancy $ 30.00
Certificate of Occupancy Temporary $ 30.00
Chicken Permit $ 25.00
Commencing Work without a Building Permit Double of the
permit up to
$250.00
Demolition Permit Use the Uniform
Statewide Building
Code Table and is
based on the cost
of the demolition
Elevator Inspection Fee $ 30.00
Erosion and Sediment Control $100.00 plus
$50.00 per acre
greater than one
acre
Erosion and Sediment Control Agreement in
Lieu of Plan
$ 50.00
Land Disturbing Fee $ 30.00
Litter Cleanup on Private Property Fee $250.00 plus
2
$25.00
administrative fee
up to one hour,
plus $200.00 each
additional hour
DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
Community Development Fees Continued
Home Occupation Fee $ 30.00
Manufactured Home Park Operation Permit $ 20.00
Mowing Personal Property Fee $250.00 plus
$25.00
administrative fee
up to one hour,
plus $200.00 each
additional hour
Planning Unit Developments (PUD) Review
and Approval
$200.00 plus
$25.00 per acre
greater than one
acre plus
petitioner pays full
advertisement
cost
Property Maintenance Code Compliance $ 30.00
Re-Inspection Code Compliance $ 30.00
Refund of Building Permit Retain $30.00 or
25% of the permit,
whichever is
higher
Rezoning $200.00 plus
$25.00 per acre
greater than one
acre plus
petitioner pays full
advertisement
cost
Right of Way Permit $50.00 for a 30-
day permit
$100.00 for a 60-
day permit
If worked started
without a permit
the cost is
doubled
Site Plan Approval $500.00 plus
$25.00 per acre
greater than one
3
acre. This fee
covers two
reviews: the initial
review and one re-
review. A fee of
$75.00 will be
charged for
additional reviews.
DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
Community Development Fees Continued
Special Exception Permit and Use Not
Provided
$200.00 plus
$25.00 per acre
greater than one
acre plus
petitioner pays full
advertisement
cost
State Levy Tax on all Permit Fees (Pass
through to the State)
2%
Storm Water Appeal $ 200.00
Street and Alley Closure Review Fee $250.00 plus the
cost of the
advertising
Subdivisions Minor (5 or less lots) $ 100.00
Subdivisions Major (6 or more lots or any
subdivision involving the creation of public
right of way)
$220.00 plus
$45.00 per lot
Temporary Electric Inspection Fee $ 30.00
Variances (Board of Zoning Appeals) $200.00 plus
petitioner pays full
advertisement
cost
Zoning Certification Letter (Charge for
background investigation for zoning and
building compliance, not just zoning
designation)
$ 100.00
Zoning Permit $ 20.00
GENERAL FEES:
Return Check Charge $ 40.00
East Hill Cemetery Single Space for Burial $800.00 (no
charge for Salem
residents ages 0-
17)
East Hill Cemetery Open/Close for full burial $ 800.00
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DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
General Fees Continued
East Hill Cemetery Open/Close for cremains $ 450.00
East Hill Cemetery Open/Close for children No charge (Salem
residents ages 0-
17)
Farmer’s Market - First-time Application –
For all potential Vendors who have not
submitted an application in 3 years, a one-
time processing fee of $35.00 is required
with the application.
$ 35.00
Farmer’s Market Rental Daily Fee-Per day per
space.
$5.00 per week
day, $10.00 on
Saturday
Farmer’s Market Rental Monthly Fee –
Please indicate specific months on
application
$ 35.00
Farmer’s Market Rental Full Season - $30.00
per month for the full season (April 1-
December 31). Two payments allowed -
$135.00 due by April 1 and September 1.
$ 270.00
Fireworks Permit $100.00 per event
Fire/EMS Incident Reports $10.00 per
request
Police Fingerprints $ 10.00
Police Incident Reports $10.00 per
request
Taxicab Service Charge Fees:
Application Fee $ 3.00
Renewal of License Fee $ 1.00
Background check for each application $ 20.00
Yard Sale Permit $ 5.00
FOIA Fees ( Freedom of Information Act):
Staff member search time, charged at an
estimated rate of
$5.00 per quarter
hour
Computer search time, requests for
materials which exist electronically, or
transmission of electronic files are charged at
the rate of
$8.00 per quarter
hour
Attorney Fees Charged at current
rate to the extent
allowed by law
Large format printing Actual cost for
large print plus
staff time rate
5
estimated at $5.00
per quarter hour
DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
General Fees Continued
FOIA Fees Continued
Electronic recordings Actual cost for
electronic
recordings plus
staff time rate
estimated at $5.00
per quarter hour
Computer print outs $0.10 per page
Photocopies (including those necessary to
perform reactions)
$0.10 per page
Incidental out-of-pocket costs necessary to
assemble the records (ex: phone, postage or
courier charges)
Will be itemized
If the requester has asked for an advanced
determination of the cost, or if the cost
exceed $200.00, the requester shall be
notified in advance. The City Manager may,
before continuing to process the request,
require the requester to agree to payment of
a deposit not to exceed the amount of the
advance determination.
Library Fines and Fees:
Adult material except hot items: video’s and
games
$0.20 per day;
$5.00 maximum
All Hot items: video’s and games $1.00 per day;
$5.00 maximum
Children’s material except hot items: video’s
and games
$0.20 per day;
$1.00 maximum
Damaged or missing CD or DVD case $ 1.00
Fax Services $3.00 for the first
page; $1.00 per
additional page
Interlibrary Loan Fee $4.00 per item
Lost books on CD-Adult or Children Retail cost plus
processing fee of
$5.00
Lost items Retail cost plus
processing fee of
$5.00
Lost Music Retail cost plus
processing fee of
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$5.00
DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
General Fees Continued
Library Fines and Fees Continued
Lost Video’s or DVD’s Retail cost plus
processing fee of
$5.00
Missing barcode $ 0.25
Notary Fee $5.00 per notary
Out-of-State Library Card $15.00 per year
Photocopies $0.20 per page
Printing Services
Black/White $0.20
per page; Color
$0.50 per page
Processing fee for lost items-except
paperbacks
$ 5.00
Processing fee for lost paperbacks $ 1.00
Replacement CD Audio Book $ 10.00
Replacement Library Card $ 1.00
Temporary Library Card (Non-resident) No charge
Sidewalk Dining Permit $ 100.00
Parks and Recreation Fees:
Adult Sports Team Participation Fee $350.00 – Softball
and Basketball
$400.00 – Touch
Football
Participation Fee (Non-resident/Tuition
Students only)
$50.00 per sport
Sports Uniform Fee $40.00 per sport
Late Registration for all youth sports $ 25.00
Youth Summer Camps-Baseball, Basketball,
Cheerleading, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer,
Softball, Tennis and Volleyball
$10.00 per
participant
Taliaferro Complex Facility Fee $1.00 on tickets
equal to or > $8.01
$0.50 on tickets
equal to or < $8.00
Sanitation Fees:
Bulk Collection/Pickup If the debris
placed to be
picked up
becomes a health,
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safety or nuisance,
then the city will
charge $250.00
plus $25.00
administrative fee
up to one hour,
plus $200.00 each
additional hour.
No charge
otherwise.
DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
General Fees Continued
Sanitation Fees:
Dumpster Collection Fees:
Dumpster Collection Fee-per dumpster,
collected on a weekly schedule
$ 24.00
Dumpster Once a Week Pickup $ 104.00
Dumpster Twice a Week Pickup $ 208.00
Dumpster Three Times a Week Pickup $ 312.00
Dumpster Four Times a Week Pickup $ 416.00
Dumpster Five Times a Week Pickup $ 520.00
Dumpster Service-Collection Fee for Extra
Pickup with a Contract
$ 28.00
No Charge for companies participating in
City’s Cardboard Recycling Program
No Charge
Dumpster Service-Collection Fee for each
call-in not on a contract
$ 50.00
Lease of Dumpster-monthly $ 14.00
Purchase a Dumpster $ 1,440.00
Toter Purchase Fee (additional toter) $ 65.00 each
Toter Replacement Fee (first toter) $10.00 per month
$1.00 per month if
qualify for Tax
Relief for the
Elderly or Veteran
Relief from the
Commissioner of
the Revenue
Office
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DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
UTILITY FEES:
Bulk Water Charge $50.00 plus $5.00
per 1,000 gallons
Fire Hydrant Connection Fees:
Deposit $500.00 for use of
a back flow meter.
This is refunded
when the meter if
returned, pending
any outstanding
charges owed the
city or damage to
the returned
meter.
Connection fee $ 10.00
Water Usage The rate of the
small commercial
rate with a base
fee plus the rate
per 1,000 gallons
used per month:
See the City of
Salem Water and
Sewer Rates on
their website:
www.salemva.gov
Minimum charged 10,000 gallons will
be charged per
month. Any water
used over 10,000
gallons will be
charged at actual
gallons used per
month.
Cost to move the meter Contractor is not
allowed to move
the meter and the
cost for the city to
move the meter is
$10.00 each
occurrence.
Locate Lateral in Existing Sewer $250.00 plus
$100.00 per hour
Low Pressure Complaint (If not within City $ 100.00
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system)
DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
Utility Fees Continued
Meter Check for Accuracy-Electric $50.00 (payment
of fee is required
for this service
and will be
refunded if the
degree of error is
greater than 2%)
Meter Re-reads $10.00 for a
second trip
Penalty for Late Payment $5.00 per service
if residential or 5%
of bill if
commercial or
industrial.
Reconnect Fee for Non-Payment $25.00 for
Residential or
Small General
Service
$75.00 for
Residential or
Small General
Service if done
after hours or
weekends
All other
customers will be
charged the cost
of making the
reconnection, with
a minimum of
$250.00
Customers where
service has been
disconnected for
fraudulent use of
electricity or
where access to
the meter has
been denied will
be actual cost of
making the
reconnection, with
a minimum of
10
$250.00
Approved in the
Electric Book of
Rates
DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
Utility Fees Continued
Sewer Availability Fees:
5/8” or ¾” Water Meter Size $ 1,000.00
1” Water Meter Size $ 2,000.00
1 ½” Water Meter Size $ 3,000.00
2” Water Meter Size $ 6,000.00
3” Water Meter Size $ 12,000.00
4” Water Meter Size $ 20,000.00
6” Water Meter Size $ 40,000.00
8” Water Meter Size $ 75,000.00
Sewer Backup Complaint (if not found in City
System)
$ 200.00
Sewer Cleanout Installation Contact Sewer
Department for a
50/50 contract
Sewer Connection Fees:
6” or smaller – based on lateral diameter The greater of
$2,100.00 or
actual cost plus
29%
Larger than a 6” – based on lateral diameter The greater of
$2,100.00 or
actual cost plus
29%
Shut off Water Service at Meter after hours $ 100.00
Utility Turn on Fees for Electric/Water
Service
$ 10.00 per
service
Water Availability Fees:
5/8” or ¾” Water Meter Size $ 2,000.00
1” Water Meter Size $ 4,000.00
1 ½ “ Water Meter Size $ 7,000.00
2” Water Meter Size $ 13,000.00
3” Water Meter Size $ 25,000.00
4” Water Meter Size $ 40,000.00
11
DESCRIPTION PRESENT FEE
2020-2021
AMENDED FEE
2021-2022
Utility Fees Continued
Water Availability Fees:
6” Water Meter Size $ 80,000.00
8” Water Meter Size $155,000.00
Water Connection Fees:
5/8” or ¾” Water Meter Size $ 1,500.00
1” Water Meter Size $ 1,800.00
1 ½” Water Meter Size $ 2,700.00
2” Water Meter Size $ 3,300.00
Larger than 2” Water Meter Size Actual cost plus
29%
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John E. Saunders
William D. Jones
Byron Randolph Foley
James W. Wallace, III
Reneé F. Turk
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
MEMORANDUM
TO: A. K. Briele
Mike Crawley
Rosie Jordan
Danielle Crawford
John Prillaman
Larado Robinson
Wendy Delano
Angela Sellers
John Shaner
Mike Stevens
Ann Tripp
Mike Tyler
Chuck VanAllman
Frank Young
Jim Guynn
Matthew Fink
Dawn Layne
Jordan Meador
Todd Sutphin
Troy Loving
Vicky Branscome
FROM: Rob Light
DATE: May 24, 2021
SUBJECT: Miscellaneous Fees
The Council of the City of Salem at its regular meeting held on May 24, 2021
adopted Resolution1394 establishing fees and policies for miscellaneous services in
the City effective July 1, 2021 or as noted. A copy of Resolution 1394 is attached for
your information.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Attachment
Item 6L
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution adopting the City Job Class List and Pay Scale
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Finance Director
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The City annually approves the schematic list of job classes and the pay scale that is
included in the budget. The attached pay scale reflects an increase of 2% for each range
and changes in the grades for certain public safety positions.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approving the attached resolution that adopts the schematic list of job
classes and the pay scale for FY2021-2022.
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, MAY 24, 2021
RESOLUTION 1398
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that the following
schematic list of job classes and pay ranges adopted by Resolution 1381 on June 8, 2020, shall
be amended and be a part of the 2021-2022 fiscal year budget; and the effective date of the
implementation of this pay plan shall be July 1, 2021:
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John E. Saunders –
William D. Jones –
Byron Randolph Foley –
James W. Wallace III –
Renee F. Turk –
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Title Grade Min Mid Max
Account Services Supervisor 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Accountant 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Accounting Assistant 17 $31,455.60 $41,049.56 $50,643.51
Accounting Manager 28 $59,712.12 $77,924.32 $96,136.51
Accounting Technician 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Accreditation Manager 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Administrative Assistant 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
Animal Control Officer 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Animal Shelter Manager 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Animal Shelter Worker 13 $24,915.78 $32,515.09 $40,114.41
Applications Manager 30 $67,092.54 $87,555.76 $108,018.98
Assistant Chef 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
Assistant Chief WTP Operator 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Assistant Commonwealth Attorney 29 $63,294.85 $82,599.77 $101,904.70
Assistant Community Development Director 31 $71,118.09 $92,809.11 $114,500.12
Assistant Director of Civic Facilities 30 $67,092.54 $87,555.76 $108,018.98
Assistant Director of Electric Utility 32 $75,385.17 $98,377.65 $121,370.13
Assistant Director of Finance 31 $71,118.09 $92,809.11 $114,500.12
Assistant Director of Human Resources 29 $63,294.85 $82,599.77 $101,904.70
Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation 30 $67,092.54 $87,555.76 $108,018.98
Assistant Director of Streets and GM/Street
Superintendent 31 $71,118.09 $92,809.11 $114,500.12
Assistant Director of Water and Sewer 30 $67,092.54 $87,555.76 $108,018.98
Assistant Food and Beverage Manager 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Assistant Recreation Program Supervisor 20 $37,464.12 $48,890.68 $60,317.24
Assistant to the City Manager 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Assistant Utility Lines Manager 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Assistant Utility Maintenance Manager 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Automotive Mechanic 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Automotive Service Worker 14 $26,410.73 $34,466.00 $42,521.27
Box Office Supervisor 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Building Engineer 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Building Maintenance Assistant 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
Building Maintenance Superintendent 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Building Maintenance Technician I 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Building Maintenance Technician II 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Building Maintenance Technician III 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Building Official 28 $59,712.12 $77,924.32 $96,136.51
Business Analyst I 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Business Analyst II 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Business Analyst III 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Buyer 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Captain Deputy Sheriff 29 $63,294.85 $82,599.77 $101,904.70
Chef 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Chemist 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Chief Deputy Commissioner of the Revenue 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
City of Salem, Virginia
List of Positions for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Title Grade Min Mid Max
City of Salem, Virginia
List of Positions for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Chief Deputy Court Clerk I 27 $56,332.19 $73,513.50 $90,694.82
Chief Deputy Treasurer 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Chief Information Officer 33 $79,908.28 $104,280.31 $128,652.34
Chief of Police 34 $84,702.78 $110,537.13 $136,371.48
Chief WTP Operator 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Children's Services Supervisor 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
City Assessor 32 $75,385.17 $98,377.65 $121,370.13
City Engineer 30 $67,092.54 $87,555.76 $108,018.98
City Garage Supervisor 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
City Horticulturist 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
City Planner 27 $56,332.19 $73,513.50 $90,694.82
Civic Center Booking Coordinator 17 $31,455.60 $41,049.56 $50,643.51
Civic Center Events & Production Manager 28 $59,712.12 $77,924.32 $96,136.51
Civic Center Events Manager 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Civic Center Mechanic 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Civic Center Operations Supervisor 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Civic Center Operations Worker 15 $27,995.37 $36,533.96 $45,072.55
Civic Center Public Relations Associate 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
Civic Facilities Sales Representative 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Civil Engineer I 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Civil Engineer II 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Code Compliance Investigator I 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Codes Enforcement Officer I 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Codes Enforcement Officer II 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Communications Specialist 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Construction Inspector 20 $37,464.12 $48,890.68 $60,317.24
Construction Project Manager 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Crime Analyst 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Custodian 11 $22,174.96 $28,938.32 $35,701.68
Deputy Chief of Police 32 $75,385.17 $98,377.65 $121,370.13
Deputy City Clerk-Executive Assistant 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Deputy Commissioner of the Revenue II 15 $27,995.37 $36,533.96 $45,072.55
Deputy Commissioner of the Revenue III 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Deputy Commonwealth Attorney 32 $75,385.17 $98,377.65 $121,370.13
Deputy Court Clerk II 17 $31,455.60 $41,049.56 $50,643.51
Deputy Court Clerk III 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Deputy Fire Chief 31 $71,118.09 $92,809.11 $114,500.12
Deputy Registrar 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Deputy Sheriff I 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Deputy Sheriff II 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Deputy Treasurer I 13 $24,915.78 $32,515.09 $40,114.41
Deputy Treasurer II 15 $27,995.37 $36,533.96 $45,072.55
Deputy Treasurer III 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Director of Civic Facilities 33 $79,908.28 $104,280.31 $128,652.34
Director of Communications 31 $71,118.09 $92,809.11 $114,500.12
Director of Community Development 33 $79,908.28 $104,280.31 $128,652.34
Title Grade Min Mid Max
City of Salem, Virginia
List of Positions for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Director of Economic Development 32 $75,385.17 $98,377.65 $121,370.13
Director of Elections 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Director of Electric Utility 34 $84,702.78 $110,537.13 $136,371.48
Director of Finance 34 $84,702.78 $110,537.13 $136,371.48
Director of Human Resources 33 $79,908.28 $104,280.31 $128,652.34
Director of Parks and Recreation 32 $75,385.17 $98,377.65 $121,370.13
Director of Streets and General Maintenance 33 $79,908.28 $104,280.31 $128,652.34
Director of Water and Sewer 33 $79,908.28 $104,280.31 $128,652.34
Economic Support Specialist 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Electric Line Crew Leader 27 $56,332.19 $73,513.50 $90,694.82
Electric Line Supervisor 28 $59,712.12 $77,924.32 $96,136.51
Electric Line Technician I 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Electric Line Technician II 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Electric Meter Technician 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Electrical Engineer 30 $67,092.54 $87,555.76 $108,018.98
Electrical Engineering Technician 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
EMS Billing Specialist 17 $31,455.60 $41,049.56 $50,643.51
EMS Captain 27 $56,332.19 $73,513.50 $90,694.82
EMS Coordinator 29 $63,294.85 $82,599.77 $101,904.70
Equipment Operator I 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
Equipment Operator II 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
Equipment Operator III 20 $37,464.12 $48,890.68 $60,317.24
Evidence Technician 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
Financial Services Supervisor 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Fire Administrative Captain 27 $56,332.19 $73,513.50 $90,694.82
Fire and EMS Training Officer 29 $63,294.85 $82,599.77 $101,904.70
Fire Battalion Chief Administration 29 $63,294.85 $82,599.77 $101,904.70
Fire Battalion Chief Operations 29 $63,294.85 $82,599.77 $101,904.70
Fire Captain 27 $56,332.19 $73,513.50 $90,694.82
Fire Chief 34 $84,702.78 $110,537.13 $136,371.48
Firefighter EMT 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Firefighter Paramedic 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Fleet Management Superintendent 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Food and Beverage Manager 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
GIS Analyst 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
GIS Manager 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Human Resource Technician 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Human Resources Specialist 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Inventory Assistant 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
Inventory Technician 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
Inventory and Procurement Specialist 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Laborer 12 $23,505.45 $30,674.62 $37,843.78
Lead Lineman 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Legal Administrator 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Librarian 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Library Director 31 $71,118.09 $92,809.11 $114,500.12
Title Grade Min Mid Max
City of Salem, Virginia
List of Positions for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Library Technician 15 $27,995.37 $36,533.96 $45,072.55
Lieutenant Deputy Sheriff 28 $59,712.12 $77,924.32 $96,136.51
Maintenance-Construction Worker I 14 $26,410.73 $34,466.00 $42,521.27
Maintenance-Construction Worker II 15 $27,995.37 $36,533.96 $45,072.55
Major Deputy Sheriff 31 $71,118.09 $92,809.11 $114,500.12
Master Deputy Sheriff 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Meter Reader 17 $31,455.60 $41,049.56 $50,643.51
Meter Service Supervisor 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Network Administrator 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Organizational Development and Training Coordinato 27 $56,332.19 $73,513.50 $90,694.82
Paralegal 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Parks and Recreation Superintendent 28 $59,712.12 $77,924.32 $96,136.51
Payroll Manager 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Payroll Technician 20 $37,464.12 $48,890.68 $60,317.24
Permit Technician 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Police Captain 30 $67,092.54 $87,555.76 $108,018.98
Police Lieutenant 28 $59,712.12 $77,924.32 $96,136.51
Police Officer 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Police Records Specialist 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
Police Sergeant 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Process Improvement-Business Efficiency Director 32 $75,385.17 $98,377.65 $121,370.13
Project Manager 29 $63,294.85 $82,599.77 $101,904.70
Real Estate Appraiser 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Recreation Maintenance Worker 15 $27,995.37 $36,533.96 $45,072.55
Recreation Program Supervisor I 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Recreation Program Supervisor II 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Recreation Site Supervisor 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Risk Manager 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Sanitation Equipment Operator 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
Sanitation Superintendent 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Sanitation Worker 15 $27,995.37 $36,533.96 $45,072.55
Scanning-Imaging Technician 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
Senior Accountant 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Senior Administrative Assistant 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
Senior Animal Control Officer 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Senior Automotive Mechanic 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Senior Firefighter EMT 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Senior Firefighter Paramedic 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Senior Librarian 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Senior Library Assistant 17 $31,455.60 $41,049.56 $50,643.51
Senior Meter Reader 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Senior Police Officer 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Senior Programmer Analyst 28 $59,712.12 $77,924.32 $96,136.51
Senior Real Estate Appraiser 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Senior Telecommunicator 20 $37,464.12 $48,890.68 $60,317.24
Senior WTP Operator 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Title Grade Min Mid Max
City of Salem, Virginia
List of Positions for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Sergeant Deputy Sheriff 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Small Engine Mechanic 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
SPO - Traffic Officer 24 $47,297.59 $61,723.36 $76,149.12
Stormwater Manager 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Streets Crew Supervisor 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Survey Crew Member 15 $27,995.37 $36,533.96 $45,072.55
Tax Specialist 17 $31,455.60 $41,049.56 $50,643.51
Technical Services Supervisor 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Technology Manager 30 $67,092.54 $87,555.76 $108,018.98
Technology Support Specialist 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Telecommunications Manager 26 $53,143.57 $69,352.36 $85,561.15
Telecommunicator I 17 $31,455.60 $41,049.56 $50,643.51
Telecommunicator II 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Traffic Signal Technician 23 $44,620.37 $58,229.58 $71,838.79
Transfer Clerk 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Tree Trimmer 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
Utility Asset Manager 28 $59,712.12 $77,924.32 $96,136.51
Utility Billing Specialist 20 $37,464.12 $48,890.68 $60,317.24
Utility Lines Crew Supervisor 22 $42,094.69 $54,933.57 $67,772.45
Utility Lines Manager 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Utility Lines Technician I 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
Utility Lines Technician II 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
Utility Locator 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Utility Maintenance Manager 25 $50,135.45 $65,426.76 $80,718.07
Utility Maintenance Mechanic 21 $39,711.97 $51,824.12 $63,936.27
Utility Maintenance Technician 19 $35,343.51 $46,123.28 $56,903.05
Water Meter Mechanic 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
WTP Operator Class I 20 $37,464.12 $48,890.68 $60,317.24
WTP Operator Class II 18 $33,342.94 $43,512.53 $53,682.13
WTP Operator Class III 16 $29,675.09 $38,726.00 $47,776.90
WTP Operator Trainee 15 $27,995.37 $36,533.96 $45,072.55
Zoning Administrator 27 $56,332.19 $73,513.50 $90,694.82
Item 6M
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Hold a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2021-2022
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
This time has been set aside for a public hearing on the proposed annual budget for fiscal
year 2021-2022. The proposed budget was presented to the City Council on April 16, 2021
and advertised in the Salem Times Register on May 13, 2021. A copy of the proposed budget
was made available on the City website http://www.salemva.gov/Departments/Finance. The
School’s budget is included in the overall City budget.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Conduct the public hearing. No action is required by Council at this time.
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM:Resolution approving the Salem City Schools fiscal year 2021-2022
budget
SUBMITTED BY:Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
Attached is a resolution approving the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget for the Salem City
Schools. The budget was approved by the School Board on March 23, 2021. The
proposed budget is available for review on the School’s website at
https://go.boarddocs.com/vsba/slmsdva/Board.nsf/Public.
The approval of the FY 2021-2022 budget for Salem City Schools is being requested to
fulfill our legal requirement of approving the budget. The budget is prepared for informative
and fiscal planning purposes only and does not actually commit or appropriate funds for
expenditure.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approving the attached resolution approving the budget for Salem City
Schools for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
Item 6N
5-24-21
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, May 24, 2021:
RESOLUTION 1397
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SALEM CITY SCHOOLS FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022 BUDGET
WHEREAS, Section 22.1-93 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, provides that the
governing body of the City shall prepare and approve an annual budget; and
WHEREAS, said budget shall be prepared and approved for informative and fiscal
planning purposes only; and
WHEREAS, the Salem City School Board approved their fiscal year 2020-2021 budget on
March 23, 2021,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
that the Salem City Schools budget for the fiscal year 2021-2022 as shown on the attached
schedules is hereby approved.
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John R. Saunders –
William D. Jones –
Byron Randolph Foley –
James W. Wallace, III –
Renée F. Turk –
ATTEST:
_________________
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Item 6O
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Consider on first reading the ordinance adopting the fiscal year 2021-
2022 budget
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The adoption of the FY 2021-2022 budget is being requested to fulfill our legal requirement of
adopting and having a first and second reading of the adoption ordinance before July 1.
Approval of the City budget is for informative and fiscal planning purposes only and does not
actually commit or appropriate funds for expenditure. The commitment of funds will not occur
until the approval of the second reading of the FY 2021-2022 appropriation ordinance.
Attached are revisions to the proposed budget that was presented on April 16, 2021. Also
attached is the ordinance adopting the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget for the City of Salem.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approving the attached ordinance for adoption of the budget for the 2021-
2022 fiscal year.
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2021.
WHEREAS, Section 15.2-2503 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, provides that
the governing body of the City shall prepare and approve an annual budget; and
WHEREAS, said budget shall be prepared and approved for informative and fiscal
planning purposes only; and
WHEREAS, the budget contains a complete itemized and classified plan of all
contemplated expenditures and all estimated revenues for the ensuing year; and
WHEREAS, a brief synopsis of said budget was published as required by the provisions of
Section 15.2-2506 of the State Code, and the public hearing as required thereon was held on
May 24, 2021;
NOW THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Council of the City of Salem Virginia that the
budget for fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 is hereby adopted.
This ordinance shall be in full force and effect on and after July 1, 2021.
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John E. Saunders –
William D. Jones –
Byron Randolph Foley –
James W. Wallace III –
Renee F. Turk –
Passed:
Effective:
/s/ Renee F. Turk
Mayor
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Revenue Budget Originally Presented $ 84,004,182
10‐012‐0100‐41400 Current Personal Property Taxes 195,000
10‐012‐0100‐46180 Court Cost Collection Program 3,429
10‐019‐0100‐48225 Registrar/Electoral Board (8,195)
10‐030‐0100‐48395 Police State Grants 15,000
General Fund Revenue Budget‐Adjusted $ 84,209,416
Expenditure Budget Originally Presented $ 84,004,182
Various Spread raises to salary/fringe accounts 1,658,838
10‐012‐5355‐56001 Office Supplies (2,248)
10‐012‐6100‐59440 Transfer to School Board 128,278
10‐012‐9102‐59420 Transfer to Debt Service 3,093
10‐012‐9104‐51850 Compensation Adjustment (1,709,403)
10‐012‐9110‐59500 Contingency 30,072
10‐016‐1251‐58001 Machinery and Equipment 30,000
10‐016‐1251‐58006 Computer Equipment (25,000)
10‐019‐1320‐51300 Part‐Time Salaries‐Regular 19,695
10‐019‐1320‐53200 Temporary Services (19,695)
10‐019‐1321‐51300 Part‐Time Salaries‐Regular 442
10‐019‐1321‐52100 FICA 33
10‐028‐2180‐51200 Salaries‐Overtime 3,040
10‐029‐2212‐51100 Salaries‐Regular (4,247)
10‐029‐2212‐52100 FICA (326)
10‐029‐2212‐52200 VRS Retirement (775)
10‐029‐2212‐52400 VRS Life Insurance (56)
10‐029‐2212‐52450 Disability Insurance (52)
10‐029‐2212‐56001 Office Supplies 5,456
10‐029‐2214‐51300 Part‐Time Salaries‐Regular 3,000
10‐029‐2214‐52100 FICA 229
10‐029‐2214‐56001 Office Supplies 200
10‐030‐3110‐51200 Salaries‐Overtime 5,500
10‐030‐3110‐55859 State Grants 15,000
10‐030‐3140‐56012 Books And Subscriptions 11,500
10‐032‐3210‐51200 Salaries‐Overtime 33,577
10‐032‐3210‐51205 Salaries‐Overtime FLSA 28,083
10‐042‐4110‐58004 Motor Vehicles and Equipment (9,000)
General Fund Expenditure Budget‐Adjusted 84,209,416$
Revenue Budget Originally Presented 4,898,589$
Transfer from General Fund (16,906)
Debt Service Fund Revenue Budget‐Adjusted $ 4,881,683
General Fund Budget for FY2021‐2022
Debt Service Fund Budget for FY2021‐2022
Expense Budget Originally Presented 4,898,589$
City Debt Service ‐ Interest (16,906)
Debt Service Fund Expense Budget‐Adjusted $ 4,881,683
Expense Budget Originally Presented 9,089,799$
Various Spread raises to salary/fringe accounts 110,371
Various Compensation Adjustment (112,562)
51‐012‐0026‐51500 Vacation Buyback (130)
51‐051‐0021‐59500 Contingency 2,321
Water Fund Expense Budget‐Adjusted 9,089,799$
Expense Budget Originally Presented 7,855,019$
Various Spread raises to salary/fringe accounts 41,001
52‐052‐0031‐51850 Compensation Adjustment (40,700)
52‐052‐0031‐58004 Motor Vehicles and Equipment (17,000)
52‐052‐0031‐59500 Contingency 16,699
Sewer Fund Expense Budget‐Adjusted 7,855,019$
Expense Budget Originally Presented 3,771,768$
Various Spread raises to salary/fringe accounts 56,273
53‐053‐0041‐51850 Compensation Adjustment (57,012)
53‐053‐0041‐59500 Contingency 739
Civic Center Fund Expense Budget‐Adjusted 3,771,768$
Expense Budget Originally Presented 40,262,333$
Various Spread raises to salary/fringe accounts 141,975
54‐054‐0015‐52850 Compensation Adjustment (141,975)
Electric Fund Expense Budget‐Adjusted 40,262,333$
Expense Budget Originally Presented 701,332$
Various Spread raises to salary/fringe accounts 13,978
55‐055‐0051‐51850 Compensation Adjustment (14,728)
55‐055‐0051‐59500 Contingency 750
Catering Fund Expense Budget‐Adjusted 701,332$
Catering Fund Budget for FY2021‐2022
Water Fund Budget for FY2021‐2022
Sewer Fund Budget for FY2021‐2022
Civic Center Fund Budget for FY2021‐2022
Electric Fund Budget for FY2021‐2022
Expense Budget Originally Presented 11,346,300$
Spread raises to salary/fringe accounts 6,998
Health Claims (6,998)
Health Insurance Fund Expense Budget‐Adjusted 11,346,300$
Health Insurance Fund Budget for FY2021‐2022
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Item 6P
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA
HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: First Reading of the Ordinance to appropriate funds for the fiscal year
2021-2022 budget
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The fiscal year 2021-2022 budget was presented to the Council on April 16, 2021 and advertised
in the Salem Times Register on May 13, 2021. A copy of the proposed budget was made
available to the public on the City website http://www.salemva.gov/Departments/Finance. The
School’s budget is included in the overall City budget.
In addition to adopting the annual budget, the local government must appropriate the funds. This
is the first reading of the ordinance to appropriate funds for the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget. A
second reading is scheduled for June 14, 2021 following adoption of the budget.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the first reading of the fiscal year 2021-2022 budget appropriation
ordinance.
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE OPERATION OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2021, AS AMENDED.
WHEREAS, this budget is in accordance with the provisions of Section 8.3 of the Charter
of the City of Salem, and the applicable state laws; and
WHEREAS, noted in this budget is the following:
• The budget incorporates increases in sales, business license, meals and lodging
taxes due to some recovery from the pandemic. Interest earnings are projected
to decrease due to lower interest rates.
• The budget includes raises of 5% for full-time employees and additional
increases for public safety employees.
• The General Fund budget includes $1,241,985 for capital purchases and
$1,363,091 in reserve for any emergencies.
• Electric rates will change with an increase in the power cost adjustment from
$0.00 per KWH to $0.0039 per KWH in the proposed budget.
All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance be
and the same are hereby repealed.
NOW THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Council of the City of Salem, Virginia that the
funds for operation of the City of Salem for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 are hereby
appropriated.
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John E. Saunders –
William D. Jones –
Byron Randolph Foley –
James W. Wallace III –
Renee F. Turk –
Passed:
Effective:
/s/ Renee F. Turk
Mayor
ATTEST:
H. Robert Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Item 6Q
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Appropriate grant funds received from Community Foundation
Serving Western Virginia
SUBMITTED BY: Rosemarie B. Jordan, Director of Finance
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The City of Salem was awarded $10,000 from Community Foundation Serving Western
Virginia for the Salem Senior Center. Funds will be used for a new projector, kiln,
television with stand, projector, work tables and other needs. No local match is required.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Proceeds from the grant will cover the cost of items not included in the FY21 operating
budget.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Appropriate $10,000 in grant revenue to account 10-070-0100-47095 and increase the
budget for Salem Senior Center grant account, 10-070-7135-55957, by $10,000.
It is also recommended that any of this grant not spent in the current fiscal year be
administratively appropriated in the subsequent fiscal year.
.
Budget Entry
Date GL Account Account Name
Increase/
(Decrease)Description
5/24/2021 10‐070‐0100‐47095 Grants ‐ Other 10,000 Appropriate Community Foundation grant per 5/14 council action
5/24/2021 10‐070‐7135‐55957 Grants ‐ Other Costs 10,000 Appropriate Community Foundation grant per 5/14 council action
Item 6R
5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT THE SALEM CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
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. A 1999
International 4700 Truck was sold on GovDeals in March and proceeds of $19,665 were
received. The proceeds will be used to purchase new Street equipment.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Proceeds from the sale of equipment will be used to purchase new Street equipment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends appropriating revenue of $19,665 to account 10-012-0100-47050,
Sale of Equipment, and increase the expenditure budget for account 10-018-4200-58001,
Machinery & Equipment, by $19,665.
It is also recommended that any proceeds not expended in the fiscal year received be
administratively appropriated in the subsequent fiscal year.
Budget Entry
Date GL Account Account Name
Increase/
(Decrease)Description
5/24/2021 10‐012‐0100‐47050 Sale Of Equipment 19,665 Council 5/24 ‐ Appropriate Streets GovDeals Proceeds
5/24/2021 10‐018‐4200‐58001 Machinery And Equipment 19,665 Council 5/24 ‐ Appropriate Streets GovDeals Proceeds
Item # 6S
Date: 5-24-21
AT A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM,
VIRGINIA HELD AT THE CIVIC CENTER
MEETING DATE: May 24, 2021
AGENDA ITEM: Request authorizing the City Manager to finalize and execute
a contract for architectural and engineering services for
renovation of the Moyer Sports Complex with Lose and
Associates, Inc. dba Lose Design
SUBMITTED BY: Jay Taliaferro, City Manager
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION:
The City’s Purchasing office issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) in January of 2020 for
Architectural and Engineering services related to the renovation of the Moyer Sports
Complex.
The RFP and resulting contract authorized Lose Design to execute work in developing a
master plan for the facility. Additionally, the contract provided the option for the City to
utilize Lose Design for Architectural and Engineering services necessary to subsequently
design and provide construction administration services for renovations to the complex.
The City Attorney has worked with staff and Lose Design to develop a draft agreement
specific to these services.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Design fees and appropriate contingency are budgeted in the amended proposed Fiscal
Years 2021-2022 Annual Budget’s Capital Improvement Plan through a bond issuance.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval authorizing the City Manager to finalize and execute a
contract with Lose Design.
Item 6T
5-24-21
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, MAY 24, 2021:
RESOLUTION 1399
A RESOLUTION HONORING THE SALEM HIGH SCHOOL FORENSICS TEAM ON WINNING THE
2021 CLASS 4 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
WHEREAS, teaching and learning form the foundation of a school's endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Coaches Mark Ingerson and Pam Carter maintained the Salem High School Forensics Dynasty by leading the
current squad to its fifteenth consecutive state championship, tying the Virginia High School League record for consecutive team
championships; and
WHEREAS, the team’s 32-15 victory over second place Grafton High School was the culmination of a season like no other, as
the students displayed their talents and showcased their resiliency by competing virtually during an unprecedented pandemic; and
WHERAS, the squad was spearheaded by 12 students who placed in the top three in the state finals and accounted for five
individual state titles out of ten different events; and
WHEREAS, the “COVID Communicators” were led by senior Captain Sophia Gibson who won Salem's 12th consecutive state
title in Humorous Interpretation, and senior Captain Emily Snow who won an individual state championship in Serious Dramatic
Interpretation; and
WHEREAS, seniors Annika Bryan and Riley Evans won the individual state championship in Serious Duo, Riley's second
consecutive individual state championship in this event; and
WHEREAS, the junior duo of Nash Lakin and Graham Roudebush won their first individual state championship in Humorous
Duo, Salem's 10th state championship in the event category; and
WHEREAS, sophomore Taylor Barenbaum won the state title in Prose, her first individual state championship and Salem's
10th in the event category; and
WHEREAS, junior Julia Vaughan was the state runner up in the storytelling category and fellow junior Kelsey Ryan placed
third in prose; and
WHEREAS, sophomores Zella Poarch, Courtney Bowen, and Ryan Long placed third in Humorous Interpretation, Poetry, and
Original Oratory respectively; and
WHEREAS, seniors Zoe Lampros and Nathan Snow, sophomore Inessa Everett, and eight grader Connor Smythers supported
the team by competing in the state tournament; and
WHEREAS, Ben Hathaway, Paige Netting, Kyra Netting, and Lydia Galbreath supported the team throughout the year and
competed in Regional and Super Regional Championships; and
WHEREAS, Madison Church provided support to the team throughout the season in her role as team manager; and
WHEREAS, the Salem High School Forensics Team has brought recognition, honor, and pride to Salem High School and the
City of Salem by winning a total of 83 individual state titles since 2004; and
WHEREAS, the City of Salem believes strong extracurricular activities are an integral part of its educational program and that
this team represents the school division's most essential functions of teaching and learning; and
WHEREAS, the City of Salem hereby expresses its congratulations and appreciation to Mark Ingerson and Pam Carter and the
members of the Salem High School Forensics Team for their accomplishments during COVID-19;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that Council joins with the
citizens of the City of Salem in saluting the great achievements of the Salem High School Forensics Team in winning the
2021 CLASS 4 STATE FORENSICS TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be presented to the coaches and each team member and that a copy
be placed on display at Salem High School.
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John Saunders -
Bill Jones -
Randy Foley -
Jim Wallace -
Renee Turk -
ATTEST:
H. Rob Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Item 6U
5-24-21
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, MAY 24, 2021:
RESOLUTION 1400
A RESOLUTION HONORING TH£ SALEM HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM
ON WINNIN6 TH£ 2021 VIISL CLASS 4 SPRING STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
WHEREAS, with a great deal of pride and enthusiasm the City of Salem champions the development of its young people by
providing an array of opportunities in both the academic and sporting arenas; and
WHEREAS, throughout the years, our youth have excelled in both arenas, bringing numerous accolades to the city; and
WHEREAS, the high school football program instills in its participants the significance of teamwork and creates concord and
purpose among the many citizens of its parent community; and
WHEREAS, the Salem Spartans Football Team has once again distinguished itself, the school, and the entire community by
being crowned Class 4 State Champions in a year like no other. This group of young men exhibited amazing toughness and resiliency
by persevering through a pandemic and winning the state title with a perfect 10-0 record; and
WHEREAS, Head Coach Don Holter’s team opened the playoffs with a 24-7 Region D Semifinal victory over Amherst County
and then defeated G.W. Danville 35-21 in the Region D Final. The Spartans then topped Tuscarora 21-14 in the Class 4 State
Semifinals and ultimately captured the Virginia High School League’s Class 4 Spring State Football Championship by beating
unbeaten Lake Taylor 28-20; and
WHEREAS, the 2021 Salem High School Spartans Football Team is comprised of the following players:
WHEREAS, the State Championship effort, that culminated on May 1, 2021 in Norfolk, Virginia, was spearheaded by
Head Coach Don Holter along with Assistant Coaches John Fedison, Lewis Pitts, Jeff Leftwich, Adam Hill, Adam Bryie, Ryan
Murphy, Shaquan Manning, Matt Kesler, Brian Hooker, Anton Jones, Daniel Valentine, Jason Staples, Josh Kestner, Austin Kirtner,
Sean Madigan, Hunter Lovelace, Trimmy Hickerson, and Head Trainer Keith Doolan; and
WHEREAS; the title run was aided significantly by the contributions Team Managers Madison Hickerson, Austin Stassin and
Bryson Williams, along with the knowledge and expertise of Team Doctors Delmas Bolin and James Farmer,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SALEM, VIRGINIA, that Council joins with the
citizens of the City of Salem in saluting the amazing achievements of the Salem High School Spartans Football Team that captured the
school’s 10th State Football Championship in these unprecedented pandemic times; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be presented to the coaches and each team member and that a copy
be placed on display at Salem High School.
2021 CLASS 4 SPRING STATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
Upon a call for an aye and a nay vote, the same stood as follows:
John Saunders -
Randy Foley -
Jim Wallace -
Renee Turk -
ATTEST:
H. Rob Light
Clerk of Council
City of Salem, Virginia
Wesley Cross
Samuel Jones
Keyondre Daniel
Jayveon Jones
Cameron Leftwich
Josiah Moyer
Ky’Juan Waller
Shaquean Ramey
Jaelyn Allen
Peyton Lewis
Nathaniel McClure
Julian Warme
Trenton Wright
Zavione Wood
Shawn Collins
Carson Williams
Johnathan Vernon
Jayden McDonald
Noah Collins
Chase Greer
Jordan McDonald
DaRon Wilson
Chauncey Logan, Jr.
Jacob Massey
Brock Miles
Zach Fetrow
Chris Martin
Christopher Cole
Addison Wolfe
Cameron Martindale
Brady Torian
Alex Haley
Caleb Wright
Ryan Coe
Will Clemons
George Copeland
Carter McBride
Reggie Brown
Stacy Williams
Carter Ferguson
Khaleif Johnson
Filip DeHaven
Andrew Lutes