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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-02-24Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, July 2, 2024 1. The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and asked for a roll call. Gregory C. East- Aye Jeremy L. Clark- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Michael P. Reis- Aye Mayor Collins- Aye 2. The Mayor asked for a motion to go into Closed Session to discuss the following items: a. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 3 (1 item)- Real Property Acquisition/Disposition i. Senior Center The motion was made by Mr. Clark and seconded by Mr. Reis. Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye Mayor Collins- Aye The following councilmembers and staff entered into Closed Session: Councilman East, Councilman Clark, Councilman Dawson, Councilman Radcliffe, Councilman Reis, Mayor Collins, Town Manager, Mr. Day, Town Attorney, Mr. Farthing, and Clerk of Council, Ms. Hale. Open Session 7:00 p.m. 3. Certification of Closed Session- The Mayor asked for a motion to certify that only the following items were discussed in Closed Session: a. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 3 (1 item)- Real Property Acquisition/Disposition i. Senior Center The motion was made by Councilman Clark and seconded by Councilman Dawson. Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye Mayor Collins- Aye 4. Councilman Clark lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. 5. Councilman East gave the invocation. 6. The Mayor welcomed all in attendance and viewing online. Page 1 of 4/ July 2, 2024 7. Modification to Public Session- No modifications were made. 8. Public Hearing a. Verizon Cell Tower at 3610 Robinson Tract Rd Mr. Farthing, Town Attorney reported that the Town owns a small portion of land on Robinson Tract Road and Verizon would like to lease the land to install a cell tower. He stated Verizon has gone through the rezoning or special use permit process through Pulaski County since the land is located in the county. Councilman Reis asked what the term of the lease was. Mr. Farthing stated the term is for five years and then renewable for four additional terms but contractual terms are still being worked out. The Mayor opened and closed the Public Hearing as there were no speakers. It was agreed that once the contract has been finalized, that it come back to Council for approval. 9. Resolution 2024- 32 Appointing Nathan Smythers as Acting Building Official Manager Day reported the current Building Official is out on medical leave and the Town needs to notify DCHD who is in that position. He stated Mr. Smythers is a Project Manager in the Engineering Department and will be training with a retired Building Official during this time to meet DHCD requirements. The motion was made by Councilman East and seconded by Councilman Clark to adopt the Resolution. Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Aye Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye Mayor Collins- Aye 10. Public Hearing a. Joel Burchett of Northwood Terrace announced his candidacy for Town Council for the upcoming election in November. He stated he met with numerous residents while he was getting his petition signed and asked them what their concerns of the town were. He said most residents had the same concerns of cleaning up the town, including the appearance, dilapidated buildings, and the illegal activities, including the transient population. ON" 11. Consent Agenda a. Consideration of June 18, 2024 Town Council Meeting Minutes Page 2 of 4/ July 2, 2024 The motion was made by Councilman Dawson and seconded by Councilman Clark to approve the minutes. Gregory C. East- Abstained James A. Radcliffe- Aye Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye Mayor Collins- Aye 12. New Business- There was no new business to be discussed. 13. Council Comments Councilman Dawson asked that the Council receive minutes and agenda items for additional boards and committees that the Town has. Councilman Radcliffe stated the splash pad has been a real asset to the Town and he enjoyed seeing it being used. He also addressed some issues that Mr. Burchett spoke about specifically being the time it takes, legally to address the dilapidated structures. Councilman Reis reported there is a possibility of a new rail station being built in Christiansburg before 2028. He also addressed some issues Mr. Burchett spoke about specifically being the code enforcement and the legal process of what local government can and cannot do regarding private property. Councilman Reis also suggested a presentation from New River Community Action for their work regarding the transient and homeless population along with a presentation from the New River Health District for their work on public health. Mayor Collins stated he had some residents contact him with their concerns of the Convenience Center being closed on Saturday July 6th with it being a holiday weekend. 14. Manager's Report Manager Day reminded listeners that Town Offices would be closed Thursday, July 4t' and Friday, July 5th and that he'll speak with the Public Works Department about the Convenience Center closure on Saturday, July 6`h. He also announced that he would be scheduling work sessions with Council to address the water distribution system. Manager Day reported he has been working with Chief Shumate and the Police Department to address some of the homeless issues and a committee would be formed to continue work on how to address that issue and his plans to make the appearance of the Town more appealing. 15. Reminder of future Council Meeting a. July 16, 2024 Closed Session 5:30 p.m.; Open Session 7:00 p.m. 16. With no further business, the Mayor adjourned the meeting at 7:38 p.m. Page 3 of 4/ July 2, 2024 7, ATTEST Olivia C. Hale Clerk of Council 1 TOWN of PULASKI, VIRGINIA W. Shannon Collins Mayor Page 4 of 4/ July 2. 2024