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Home My WebLink About08-23-22it L� Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, August 23, 2022 1. Mayor called the Meeting to Order at 6:30 p.m. and asked for a roll call. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye James A. Radcliffe -Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 2. Mayor asked for a motion to go into Closed Session to discuss the following items: a. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 1 (1 item)- Discussion of prospective candidates for appointments b. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 8 (2 items)- Consultation with legal counsel on a contractual matter The motion was made by Mr. Dawson and seconded by Mr. Clontz. Open Session Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 7:02 p.m. 3. Certification of Closed Session- The Mayor asked for a motion to certify that only the following items were discussed: a. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 1 (1 item)- Discussion of prospective candidates for appointments b. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 8 (2 items)- Consultation with legal counsel on a contractual matter The motion was made by Mr. Dawson and seconded by Mr. Penn. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 4. Mr. Radcliffe lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. 5. Mr. East gave the invocation. 6. Modification of Public Session- Mr. Dawson asked to add Modifications of Trash Services under Presentations. Page 1 of 5 / August 23, 2022 The motion was made by Mr. East and seconded by Mr. Penn to approve the modification. Lane R. Penn- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 7. Guests and Visitors- The Mayor welcomed all in attendance and viewing online. 8. Presentations a. Monica Musick reported on federal, state, and local funding for FY 2023 and the continued partnership with DRPT to promote marketing for Pulaski Area Transit and other transit companies to increase ridership. Mr. Reis asked if there would be a route to Christiansburg when the new Amtrak Train Station was built. Ms. Musick stated the transit travels to Christiansburg to the NRCC site twice a week but it would be a selling point for PAT to have a route to the Amtrak. b. Nathan Smythers with the Engineering Department explained the purpose of conducting a traffic and speed study throughout the Town and introduced the presenters, Ramey Kemp and Mike Norris with McGill & Associates. They presented the existing traffic conditions, projected future traffic conditions, and the capacity analysis of intersections without traffic signals. Mr. Wallace and Mr. Norris also explained the significance of the speed study, which was used as an indicator to determine if posted speed limits are aligned with driver behavior. Mr. Dawson raised concerns regarding the speed coming into town from Interstate 81 on Route 99 with the new Mountain Bike Park being built in that area. Ms. Burcham indicated that if speed is not decreased in that particular area, a turn lane would be necessary. All members of Council were in agreement to continue the traffic discussion at the next council meeting with staff providing recommendations on speed limit changes and possible lane changes on Route 99. c. Mr. Dawson read a statement on behalf of the Town Council and Town Staff regarding changes in the trash service effective January 1, 2023. The Pulaski County Public Service Authority has terminated the agreement with the town that has been in effect since 1986. Green for Life will provide residents collection services at the same cost as currently and provide a 95 -gallon container to each resident and small business who receives curb side collection. Monthly bulk pickup, improved equipment at the convenience center and fewer holiday changes will also be a part of their service effective January 1, 2023. The motion was made by Mr. Reis and seconded by Mr. East to authorize the Town Manager to execute the five-year contract, subject to attorney review, with Green for Life for trash services. Page 2 of 5 / August 23, 2022 Lane R. Penn- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Abstained 7 IBJ Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 9. Resolution 2022-35 Appropriating Police Account Funds The Town Manager explained the Police Department has dedicated funds in checking accounts that must be appropriated annually. The motion was made by Mr. Dawson and seconded by Mr. Penn to approve the resolution. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 10. Resolution 2022-36 Appropriation of Carry Forward for FY 2023 Budget The Town Manager explained the use of funds that were carried forward from FY 2022 to FY 2023- the removal of Peak Creek Mercantile and the continued repair of 72 East Main Street. The motion was made by Mr. Reis and seconded by Mr. Clontz to approve the resolution. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 11. Resolution 2022-37 Appropriating Funds to the James Hardie Direct Injection Project The Town Manager explained the need to appropriate from the FY 2022 sewer fund balance to the James Hardie Direct Injection Program. The motion was made by Mr. East and seconded by Mr. Radcliffe to approve the resolution. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 12. Resolution 2022-38 Appropriating Funds to the Brookmont Project The Town Manager explained the funds committed by the Pulaski County Public Service Authority to increase the height of the tank for the Brookmont Project. The motion was made by Mr. Clontz and seconded by Mr. Dawson to approve the resolution. Page 3 of 5 / August 23, 2022 1;a' Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 13. Resolution 2022-39 Authorizing an Application for Industrial Revitalization Funds The Town Manager explained that the $750,000 if awarded, would fund construction for Project Growler. The motion was made by Mr. Radcliffe and seconded by Mr. East to approve the resolution. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye Mr. Rygas reported that the PSA and County Board of Supervisors had voted to terminate the trash agreement with the Town, and that the Town should likewise agree to the terminate the agreement effective December 31, 2022. The motion was made by Mr. Reis and seconded by Mr. Dawson. Lane R. Penn- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Abstained. Brooks R. Dawson- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 14. Consent Agenda- Consideration of August 2, 2022 and August 16, 2022 Town Council Minutes The motion was made by Mr. Dawson and seconded by Mr. Radcliffe to approve the minutes. Lane R. Penn- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Gregory C. East- Abstained Michael P. Reis- Aye 15. Council Comments Mr. Dawson stated he was excited about the new trash collection services and looked forward to this change and the positive appearance of having the town look uniform with the provided containers. Mr. East thanked staff for the demolition of the Peak Creek Mercantile. Mr. Radcliffe stated Ms. Conner was very pleased with the expedited street naming for Sheriff Conner and also that a resident on Randolph Ave will be sending a letter to the Town Manager praising the Public Works Department for their work on cleaning the area in her neighborhood. Page 4 of 5 / August 23, 2022 Mr. Reis stated he was excited to use the skate park with his daughter, stating it was a "lovely experience" seeing the number of residents of all ages using the park. Mr. Reis also commended the Public Works Department as he had reported a water leak at the Train Station and an employee from the department was on site within minutes to fix the problem. Mayor Collins stated he had received a complaint regarding the street paving on Prospect Ave from a water leak that had been repaired earlier in the year. Mayor Collins also suggested having a smaller skate park for beginners near the current park, in the future, if space allowed. Mr. Collins also read a statement announcing the Town Manager's contract extension through 2023. 16. Manager's Report The Town Manager reported the restructuring of the Finance Department, splitting job duties among staff members with a reduced staff. Ms. Burcham stated the Finance Department has collected $75,430 since July 1, 2022 in back taxes in Real Estate and Personal Property taxes and also $6,700 on debt set off of utility bills. Ms. Burcham commended all town employees for their dedication. 17. Reminder of Future Council Meeting- September 6, 2022- Closed Session starting at 5:30 p.m. and Open Session starting at 7:00 p.m. 18. Public Comment Daryl Holland of Newbern Road addressed Council with his concerns regarding three Verizon telecommunication lines that are not at the height addressed by the state code. Mr. Holland stated he had contacted Verizon without much success but wanted to bring his concerns in the hopes Council could contact Verizon about this situation. 19. Mayor adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m. A ; EST Gli d O ,via C. Hale Clerk of Council TOWN OF PULASKI, VIRGINIA W. Sl � mon Collins Mayor Page 5 of 5 / August 23, 2022