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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-06-22Town Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 6, 2022 1. Mayor called the Meeting to Order at 6:15 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- Absent 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) 3 (3 items)- Acquisition/Disposition of real property The motion was made by Mr. Penn and seconded by Mr. Dawson. Open Session Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Absent James A. Radcliffe- Absent G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 7:00 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) 3 (3 items)- Acquisition/Disposition of real property The motion was made by Mr. Penn and seconded by Mr. Dawson. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Absent G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 4. Mr. Clontz lead the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. 5. Mr. East gave the invocation. 6. Guests and Visitors- The Mayor welcomed all in attendance and viewing online. 7. Modification of Public Session- No modifications were made. Page 1 of 5 / September 6, 2022 8. Public Hearing a. Resolution 2022-40 Appropriating Grant Funds The Town Manager explained the second round of funding from the American Recovery Act in the amount of $4,520,460 has been received. This resolution appropriates the amount into the grant account by that name. The Mayor opened and closed the Public Hearing as there were no speakers. The motion was made by Mr. East and seconded by Mr. Penn to approve the resolution. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Absent G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye b. Resolution 2022-41 Appropriating Funds to the James Hardie Direct Injection Project The Town Manager explained this resolution is appropriating funds from James Hardie to the sewer injection project. The Town Manager stated there is continued communication with state agencies to hopefully reduce town and Hardie funding by securing additional amounts to the already approved grants from DHCD and - Appalachian Regional Commission. The Mayor opened and closed the Public Hearing as there were no speakers. 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- Absent G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 9. Resolution 2022-42 Adopting a Policy Concerning Participation in Meetings by Electronic Means The Town Attorney explained the state modifications to the code to participate in meetings by electronic means. This resolution updates our policy to comply with the Virginia Code and does not change the policy when there is a declared state of emergency. Page 2 of 5 / September 6, 2022 The motion was made by Mr. Dawson and seconded by Mr. Reis to approve the resolution. Lane R. Penn- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Absent Brooks R. Dawson- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye 10. Continued Discussion on Speed Study The Town Manager explained the importance of making Third Street two-way traffic while the water line is being replaced on West Main Street. The water line bids are due back on the 15th of September and it is our hope that project will start within forty-five to sixty days. Bill Pedigo and Jill Neice explained to Council the importance of reducing the speed on Route 99 and Route 11 coming into town. Mr. Dawson asked if there would be any negative impact in traffic coming into town from a business standpoint if the speed were lowered. The Town Manager replied stated Christiansburg has a town wide speed limit of 35 mph and it is more a question of how far someone has to travel off the interstate to reach a destination rather than the speed to get there. The motion was made by Mr. Clontz and seconded by Mr. Reis to make Third Street and West Main Street two-way and to remove stop lights and convert the intersections into four-way stops. Lane R. Penn- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Absent Brooks R. Dawson- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye The motion was made by Mr. Dawson and seconded by Mr. Reis to make the speed limit 35 mph town wide. Lane R. Penn- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Absent Brooks R. Dawson- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye Page 3 of 5 / September 6, 2022 11. Public Comment Terry Sternburg of North Washington Ave stated she had questions about the new contact with Green for Life. She requested a brief summary on how the decision was made to go with a new company and the expectations for residents. Mr. Reis explained the discussions with the Pulaski County Public Service Authority, especially in regards to bulk pick up. He explained bids were put out to see what other opportunities were available for refuse pick up. Three bids were returned, one from PSA, one from Green for Life, and one from Meridian Waste. Comparing the three companies' proposals, Green for Life fit the needs of the Town better at the current rate residents pay the PSA. Mr. East commented saying this is a positive way to clean up the town with better benefits for residents with Green for Life's customer service and updated equipment and monthly bulk collection. 12. Consent Agenda- Consideration of August 23° 2022 Town Council Minutes The motion was made by Mr. Dawson and seconded by Mr. Penn to approve the minutes. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye 13. Council Comments James A. Radcliffe- Absent G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye Mr. Dawson questioned when the Mountain Bike Park would be finished. The Town Manager stated signage has been ordered and work on the parking lot still needs to be completed. She hopes the park will be ready within thirty days, with the arrival of signs. Mr. Reis complimented the Town Clerk on the previous minutes and the work she does for the council members and meetings. Mr. Reis asked about the status of the removal of the low water bridges on Peak Creek to which the Town Attorney indicated there had been no progress. Mr. Reis then brought up a request from Calfee Community Cultural Center to match a grant proposal with a required 20% match. The Center is requesting $100,00 from the Town. Page 4 of 5 / September 6, 2022 The Town Manager suggested a representative from Calfee Community Cultural Center be present at the next Council Meeting to explain more about the requested contribution. She also suggested that the Town only match what the county is contributing as a similar request has been made of the County. 14. Manager's Report The Town Manager reminded Council of the need to appoint representatives to the NRV Passenger Rail Authority. A motion was made by Mr. Reis and seconded by Mr. Penn to appoint Shannon Collins and Darlene Burcham to the Authority. Lane R. Penn- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Gregory C. East- Aye James A. Radcliffe- Absent G. Tyler Clontz- Aye Michael P. Reis- Aye The Town Manager reported that the stripping of town streets and two parking lots is complete. She also reported the two-hour parking signage has been removed as those spaces will be needed with the closure of West Main for the water line construction to keep businesses operating. A meeting with the residents and property owners of West Main Street will be conducted in the near future to inform them of the plans. She stated the town has several vacancies on staff and recruitment is underway. She also reported the new playground equipment should arrive in October. 15. The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 8:06 p.m. AT ST Olivia C. Hale Clerk of Council TOWN OF/PULAWI, VIRGINIA W. Shanno--- --- Mayor Page 5 of 5 / September 6, 2022