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Home My WebLink About08-05-25 Town Council PacketAgenda Town Council Meeting Tuesday, August 5, 2025 7:00 p.m. Open Session Council Chambers 1. Meeting Called to Order- Mayor Collins 2. Roll Call- Clerk of Council 3. Pledge of Allegiance- Vice-Mayor Dawson 4. Invocation- Councilman Clark 5. Guests and Visitors - Mayor Collins 6. Modification to Public Session- Mayor Collins 7. Public Hearing a. Regarding Budget; Carry Forward Accounts (Voting will take place on August 19, 2025 by resolution) 8. Presentation(s) a. Pinnacle Treatment Centers- Sharday Lee 9. Organization Contributions Budgeted for FY 25-26 a. Onward New River Valley- Katie Boswell b. Raymond Ratcliffe Museum- Jeffrey Worrell 10. Discussion(s) a. Over the Road Trucking Exemption b. PD/Fire License Fee Exemption 11. Public Comment Period (The Town Council welcomes your input. You may address the Council by completing a speaker’s slip available at the door and giving it to the Clerk of Council prior to the meeting. At this time, you may address Council on items that are not on the agenda. The limit is three (3) minutes for each speaker.) 12. Consent Agenda (Voting) a. Consideration of July 15, 2025 Town Council Meeting Minutes 13. Council Comments & Board Updates 14. Manager’s Report- Manager Day a. Rhythm by the Rails in Jackson Park on August 9th from 3-9pm b. Chrome in the Valley Cruise-In on August 16th in Jackson Park from 11am-4pm Reasonable accommodation will be provided for persons with disabilities, if requested. 15. Reminder of Future Council Meeting- Mayor Collins a. August 11, 2025; 6:00 p.m.- Joint Planning Commission & Town Council meeting b. August 19, 2025; Closed Session 6:00 p.m., Open Session 7:00 p.m. Closed Session Council Chambers 1. Modification to Closed Session- Mayor Collins 2. Enter into Closed Session for the following items: a. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 1 (1 item)- Personnel Matters i. Appointments to Boards b. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 8 (1 item)- Consultation with Legal Counsel i. SHAH Development Open Session Council Chambers 3. Certification of Closed Session 4. Adjournment Public Hearing(s) Info Public Hearing Regarding Budget Appropriation The Town Council of the Town of Pulaski, Virginia will hold a public hearing on Tuesday August 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers at 42 1st First Street NW Pulaski VA to appropriate the following funds: RE-APPRORIATONS OF GRANT ACCOUNTS Effective July 1, 2025 Balance to be carried as of July 1, 2025 EPA BROWNSFIELD GRANT – CONSULTANTS $11,255.00 PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENT – MAIN ST NORTH $119,427.71 PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENT – MAIN ST SOUTH $121,599.30 IRF GRANT – BREWERY $31,465.04 VDH LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT $657,757.42 VDH WATER TREATMENT BACKWASH SYSTEM $1,718,060.40 ARPA CATEGORY #1 $142,285.00 ARPA CATEGORY #4 $265,901.90 COMMERCE STREET BRIDGE PROJECT $1,949,142.90 VIRGINIA OUTDOORS FOUNDATION GRANT $90,500.00 TOTAL AMOUNT $5,107,394.67 CARRY FORWARD OF CHECKING ACCOUNTS CEMETERY ACCOUNT $10,926.96 UDAG ACCOUNT $63,960.39 CDBG KERSEY HOUSING $63,518.16 RBEG ACCOUNT $61,719.61 POLICE CHECKING ACCOUNTS $89,547.45 EDA ACCOUNT $68,926.71 PULASKI HOUSING REVELOPMENT $14,475.30 TOTAL AMOUNT $373,074.58 CARRY FORWARDS NUISANCE ABATEMENTS $43,031.40 TOTAL AMOUNT $5,523,500.65 Presentation(s) Information 1Confidential Medicated Assisted Treatment Pulaski Medical August 2025 2Confidential What Is an OTP? An OTP is an Opioid Treatment Program as defined by SAMHSA. Opioids are medications that relieve pain. OTPs provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for people diagnosed with an opioid-use disorder. Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is defined by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)as a problematic pattern of opioid use leading to significant impairment or distress. MAT patients also must receive counseling, which can include different forms of behavioral therapy. 3Confidential What is Medicated Assisted Treatment (MAT) Studies have shown for decades that combining appropriate medications with counseling/treatment increases the likelihood of success with a variety of cognitive-behavioral disorders. This has been applied to Substance abuse for decades, most notably Opioid Use Disorder. Studies have shown statistically significant increases in treatment attendance, participation, completion, duration of abstinence, and reduction in relapse with MAT (medicines combined with treatment). More importantly, data points collected concerning overall quality of life have shown significant gains with MAT (KORTOS 2018) Medications Used in OTPs •Methadone •reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms in people addicted to heroin or other opioids without causing the "high" associated with the drug addiction. •Most proven way to treat opioid use disorder. •(Approved for use in the U.S. in 1947 and for addiction in mid 1960’s.) Buprenorphine •acts by relieving the symptoms of opiate withdrawal such as agitation, nausea and insomnia •lower side effect profile than Methadone and powerful blocker of illicit opioid euphoria •Suboxone is Buprenorphine with Naloxone to help prevent misuse/euphoria. •Subutex does not contain Naloxone. (Approved for use in U.S. for addiction in 2002.) 4Confidential OTP Clinical Program 5Confidential OTP Clinical Program Counseling is a fundamental component of each of our OTP facilities. All patients are required to attend counseling on a weekly/monthly basis in order to remain compliant with treatment. Each state has their own regulations regarding frequency of counseling services, ranging from weekly to monthly depending on their status within the treatment program. Their status is dependent upon their length of time in treatment and length of time abstinent from all illicit substances including alcohol. Often new patients are required to attend weekly counseling during their first few months of treatment Types of counseling and clinical services provided: Individual counseling Group counseling Case management/care coordination Modalities used: Motivational Interviewing CBT Solution Focused Therapy Person Centered Therapy 6Confidential Benefits of MAT •Lifestyle stabilization •Improved health and nutritional status •Decrease in criminal behavior •Increased Employment Rates •Decrease in injection drug use/shared needles leading to reductions in risk for HIV and viral hepatitis/medical complications of injection drug use •67% better interactions/relations •60% improved financial situations •49% improved mental health & feelings about self •19% improved living situations 140% improvement in RECOVERY supports 7Confidential Reduction of Drug and Alcohol use Following Opiate Treatment Programs 91% Prescription opiates 100% Heroin 82% Non-prescribed methadone 67% Alcohol Intoxication 91% Non-prescribedBuprenorphine 34% in economic hardships 71% incarceration KORTOS , June 2013 8Confidential Q&A Questions? JOIN THE MOVEMENT. ONWARD NRVOVERVIEW August 5, 2025 Katie Boswell Executive Director Onward New River Valley katie@onwardnrv.org | 540-267-0007 | www.TheNRV.org ABOUT ONWARD NRV •Onward NRV is a regional economic development organization representing the four counties, one city and ten towns in the NRV. •Formed in 1990 by the counties of Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, and Pulaski and the city of Radford. •Public/private non-profit - 501(C)(6) •120+ investing organizations •Board of Directors (31 members from business, local govt., and higher ed.) •5 Staff Members WHO WE ARE Onward NRV is one of 17 regional economic development organizations in Virginia and among hundreds in the United States. WHO WE ARE Source: https://www.goveda.org/general/custom.asp?page=REDO “To attract and retain world-class jobs, investment, and talent in Virginia’s New River Valley by… 1.Marketing the region as a premier destination to live, work, and do business 2.Building collaborative partnerships that support economic vitality.” OUR MISSION OUR INVESTORS 10 Public Sector (Counties, City, Towns) 3 Higher Education Institutions 104 Private Sector Businesses ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUCCESS REGIONAL SUCCESS Onward 2028 152 New Jobs $37.75 M in Capital Investment ONWARD 2028: FIVE-YEAR STRATEGY GOAL 1: Talent GOAL 2: Industry GOAL 3: Marketing GOAL 4: Regionalism GOAL 1: Talent Attract and retain talent to support regional growth. •Retain graduates & program completers •Promote in-demand careers •Encourage quality-of-life enhancements •Promote best practice program scaling •Highlight impact of housing & childcare TA L E N T NRV EXPERIENCE PROGRAMRETAIN COLLEGE GRADS TA L E N T RETAIN COLLEGE GRADS TA L E N T PROMOTE IN-DEMAND CAREERS PROMOTE JOB OPENINGS & QUALITY-OF-LIFE COST OF LIVING CALCULATORNRV JOB BOARD 8.5K FY 2024-25 JOB BOARD VISITS 55K TOTAL JOB BOARD VISITS SINCE 2020 LAUNCH TA L E N T GOAL 2: Industry Attract and grow business to stimulate new jobs and investment. •Cultivate new business investment •Support existing competitiveness •Advocate for ready-to-go sites and buildings •Promote FTZ #238 ONWARD NRV Advanced Manufacturing Uncrewed Systems Food Processing & Agribusiness Information Technology Volvo Torc Red Sun Farms Wing TARGETED INDUSTRIES Photo Sources: VEDP, Spectrum Brands, Wing BU S I N E S S ATTRACT & GROW BUSINESS… to stimulate new jobs and investment. BUSINESS ATTRACTION:EXISTING BUSINESS: SITES & BUILDINGS: GOAL 3: Marketing Market the NRV as a competitive destination for talent and companies. •Cultivate the NRV regional brand •Promote regional business advantages •Promote the livability story of the NRV MA R K E T I N G REGIONAL BRANDING Cultivate the NRV regional brand A NATURAL FIT LOGO:TAGLINE: KEY MESSAGES: •Eclectic Mix of Small Towns & World-Class Universities •Diverse & Innovative Business Community with a Collaborative Culture •Loyal, Highly Skilled & Educated Workforce •Connection to Nature & the Great Outdoors DIGITAL MARKETING Cultivate the NRV regional brand Onward 2028 results… 168k WEBSITE VISITS SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT 117k 20k FOLLOWERS 211 BLOG POSTS MA R K E T I N G MA R K E T I N G MARKETING INITIATIVES Promote business advantages and livability story of the NRV… WEBSITE: (www.TheNRV.org) VIDEOS: BROCHURES: GOAL 4: Regionalism Strengthen the connectedness of the region. •Identify economic development funding sources •Lead regional collaboration and thought leadership •Lead multi-regional collaboration RE G I O N A L I S M HOST REGULAR LEDO MEETINGS Photo Source: David Rotenizer, Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Montgomery County Regional Tourism am2virginia.org QUESTIONS? JOIN THE MOVEMENT. ONWARD NRVOVERVIEW August 5, 2025 Consent Agenda Town Council Meeting Minutes July 15, 2025 1. The Mayor called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and asked for a roll call. Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye 2. Modifications to Closed Session- The Mayor asked for a motion to enter back into Closed Session after Open Session for the following additions to Closed Session: a. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 1 (1 item)- Personnel Matters i. Town of Pulaski Police Chief b. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 8 (2 items)- Consultation with Legal Counsel i. SHAH Development ii. New River Valley Criminal Justice Academy The motion was made by Councilman Clark and seconded by Councilwoman Cope. Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye 3. The Mayor asked for a motion to enter into Closed Session to discuss the following items: a. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 1 (2 items)- Personnel Matters i. Town Manager ii. Town of Pulaski Police Chief b. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 8 (2 items)- Consultation with Legal Counsel i. SHAH Development ii. New River Valley Criminal Justice Academy The motion was made by Councilman Clark and seconded by Vice-Mayor Dawson. Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye The following council members and staff entered into Closed Session: Councilman Clark, Councilwoman Cope, Vice-Mayor Dawson, Councilman Erickson, Councilman Burchett, Mayor Collins, Town Manager Todd Day, and Town Attorney Scot Farthing. 7:03 p.m. Open Session 4. Certification of Closed Session- The Mayor asked for a motion that only the following items were discussed during Closed Session: a. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 1 (2 items)- Personnel Matters i. Town Manager ii. Town of Pulaski Police Chief b. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 8 (2 items)- Consultation with Legal Counsel i. SHAH Development ii. New River Valley Criminal Justice Academy The motion was made by Vice-Mayor Dawson and seconded by Councilwoman Cope. Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye 5. Councilwoman Cope led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. 6. Councilman Clark gave the invocation. 7. Mayor Collins welcomed all in attendance and those viewing online. 8. Modifications to Public Session- Manager Day asked that a vote be added under agenda item number 7-B under VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 1- Personnel Matters and the vote will be for the Fire Chief, Clerk of Council, and Building Official to operate under the same guidelines as the Town Charter Article 4, subsection 5.02, which gives direction to those positions by the Town Manager. The motion was made by Vice-Mayor Dawson and seconded by Councilwoman Cope. Jeremy L. Clark- Abstained G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye 9. Presentations a. Raymond Ratcliffe Museum/ N.W. Historical Society/ Parks & Trails- April Danner, Ken Miller, Nate Repass Ms. Danner from the Raymond Ratcliffe Museum and the Virginia 250 Pulaski County Committee presented a proposal to repaint the town's caboose in a red, white, and blue bicentennial scheme aligned with the Virginia 250 celebration, citing historical relevance and support from the Norfolk and Western Historical Society. The caboose, though weathered, is in good condition and would undergo cleaning, priming, and repainting, with some volunteer labor and material donations already lined up. Norfolk & Western Historical Society has agreed to assist with period-accurate decals and numbering. Alternative color schemes include the historically accurate Wabash blue, which would be simpler and more durable, and a more traditional red repaint. The aim is to achieve a historically respectful, aesthetically pleasing result that brings attention to the caboose and enhances its role in the VA 250 celebrations. Vice- Mayor Dawson asked for a cost estimate. Mr. Repass stated that the projected cost for a high-quality restoration, which would include the 1776 color scheme would be $25,000 to $30,000. Councilman Burchett asked for a timeline of the restoration project. Mr. Repass stated there are plans to potentially begin work this summer and finalize in the spring. The discussion on the caboose restoration continued, emphasizing the importance of using high-quality materials and historical accuracy to ensure long-term preservation. The team highlighted potential grant and tourism opportunities by co-branding with the VA 250 celebration and discussed ideas for future interior use, though they clarified it would remain a static display for now due to cost and ADA concerns. Suggestions included adding historical plaques and collaborating with the museum to provide context for visitors. Mayor Collins asked about repurposing the caboose, suggesting an Airbnb. Mr. Repass stated that due to its location, near the train tracks and extensive additional renovation that would be required to make it more habitable, it is not likely to be pursued as an Airbnb, but the current project would focus on preserving the exterior, repairing windows, sealing the structure, and preventing further decay. b. VDEM/ FEMA Update, Kersey Bottom- Nathan Smythers, Building Official Mr. Smythers reported an update on a FEMA hazard mitigation grant program for Kersey Bottom, which would fund the town's acquisition and demolition of 48 flood-prone properties to convert them into open space. Most property owners have expressed support, and there would be no cost to local taxpayers, and at any point homeowners may choose to back out of the program, but it is too late to join. Councilman Burchett asked if FEMA had reached out to the homeowners. Mr. Smythers reported that VDEM, the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, and town staff went onsite to meet with homeowners. Councilman Burchett questioned whether there was any financial burden on the residents of the town. Mr. Smythers stated that the funding will come from FEMA through VDEM, and it’s based on fair market value, but the property owner, at their expense, can pay for up to three property assessments, and we would take the average of those three assessments. Vice-Mayor Dawson asked if it would include the demo or just the purchase of the property. Mr. Smythers stated that it would include the demo as well, and the project would move forward if the majority of the homeowners agreed; if they back out, they can still have the property. The end goal would be that the town takes ownership of these properties, demo them, and then put deep restrictions that will prohibit any further development of those properties, so no structure will be built, it will be open space to be used for playgrounds or other options to utilize that space. Vice-Mayor Dawson asked if there was funding that would go towards relocation. Mr. Smythers stated that there would not be, that’s why fair market value for buying their property is offered. Manager Day stated that it’s a good program, and he used the same program to relocate Town Hall in Bluefield out of a floodway. c. VDEM Grant- Nathan Smythers, Building Official Lastly, Mr. Smythers reported that the town will be applying for a $22,000 FEMA reimbursement grant for the generator use during a power outage at the filter plant and the raw water plant during Hurricane Helene and the re-appropriation of various grants, including VDOT funds. 10. Voting Items a. Resolution 2025-28 Appropriating Grant Funds Manager Day reported appropriating grant funds that were awarded for FY24–25 but have not yet been expended. Funds include $63,990 from VDOT for Main Street South improvements and $89,116 for Main Street North. Sonia Ramsey, Administrative Manager of the Pulaski Police Department reported that a $10,732.07 grant supported police training, including Detective Brianna Terry’s recent completion of Forensic Academy was allocated this past spring that was awarded at the beginning of last year, beginning of FY 2025. The funds were used to cover related program costs and have been fully utilized. Ms. Ramsey provided a detailed overview of multiple grants received and utilized by the police department. The town incurred no cost for her recent training trip thanks to reimbursement through an Operation Ceasefire Grant, for which receipts will be submitted shortly. A second Operation Ceasefire Forensic and Analytical Technology Grant, totaling $83,108, was awarded starting July 1. This grant funded a Trimble X9 laser scanner for advanced crime scene investigations and training for detectives. It also covered two Nikon Z7 mirrorless cameras to enhance photo documentation at crime scenes. The department also received the Local Law Enforcement (LE) Block Grant, amounting to $3,152, which was slightly less than last years. These funds were used to purchase ten digital cameras for patrol officers and lockout kits, allowing officers to independently document minor crime scenes and assist with vehicle lockouts without needing additional personnel. Additionally, a $13,853 JAG grant was used to purchase non-standard law enforcement equipment that cannot typically be funded through the town's regular budget. Planned purchases include a much-needed camera system for the interview room, firearm drawer storage for the interim chief's vehicle, new computer mounts for patrol vehicles, and additional unlock kits. In closing, the Town Manager and Town Council acknowledged Ms. Ramey’s diligence and effectiveness in securing these grants. The town also received a $500,000 EPA Brownfield Grant and a $50,000 agricultural grant for the marketplace, both spearheaded by Shannon Ainsley, Economic Developer. The motion was made by Vice-Mayor Dawson and seconded by Councilman Clark to adopt the resolution as written. Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye b. Personnel Matters The motion was made by Councilwoman Cope and seconded by Vice- Mayor Dawson to include the Fire Chief, Clerk of Council, and Building Official to be managed under the Town Manager. The motion was made by Councilwoman Cope and seconded by Vice-Mayor Dawson. Jeremy L. Clark- Abstained G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye 11. Discussion a. Water Meters- Manager Day Manager Day updated the council on ongoing issues with the town's water meter system. The existing meters are electronic and rely on drive-by data collection. However, due to age and malfunction, up to 800 meters had failed at one point, requiring time-consuming manual reads. Public works has since replaced all of those, though 200 remain non-functional. Manager Day reported that he is actively seeking grants through the Virginia Department of Health to fund meter replacements and include them within the town’s $25 million capital improvement project, which also covers the water treatment plant and a two-mile water line. Given the strain on staff and potential inefficiencies, he emphasized the need to avoid delaying further action until the next funding cycle. 12. Public Comment Period- No speakers were present. 13. Consent Agenda a. Consideration of July 1, 2025 Town Council Meeting Minutes The motion was made by Councilman Clark and seconded by Vice-Mayor Dawson to adopt the minutes as written. Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye 14. Council Comments/ Board Updates Councilman Clark thanked Jackie Reid, Human Resources and town staff for their work in the 4th of July events and asked Manager Day to elaborate on the leadership class that town employees were involved with. Manager Day reported that Nate Repass, Parks and Trails Manager, Sgt. Jaimie Williamson from the Police Department, and Lt. John Hall from the Fire Department graduated from the Southwest Local Government Leadership Academy, which was a class for furthering education, communication, and modern leadership skills and congratulated those employees for their completion in the class. Vice-Mayor Dawson stated the new town website was easy to navigate through, very informative, and thorough. He did suggest marketing events more on the homepage, other than the calendar standpoint and promote career opportunities more. Councilman Burchett asked who developed the website and does the maintenance and asked if the County IT Department works with it. Manager Day reported that an outside entity, Revise, develops and maintains the website if there are any internal crashes and the County IT is no longer involved in the town’s website. Vice-Mayor Dawson commented that you can sign up for notifications through the website, which is another great avenue of information. Councilman Erickson asked for a way for the council to be updated on the new business licenses that are applied for and granted, so they are informed of what businesses are coming. Manager Day stated that there are times when businesses do not want the town to announce their arrival and there is a program to keep the council up to date, but if we have to honor the business’s wishes if they ask us not to announce it. Mayor Collins thanked the AMVETS for their donation of a drone to the Pulaski Police Department. 15. Manager’s Report Manager Day thanked the AMVETS for the drone donation and highlighted the advanced capabilities of the new drone. He announced the passing of Jerry Crowder, General Properties Superintendent for the Public Works Department, who worked for the town for over 30 years. He stated the 4th of July events were incredible and announced the School Supplies Drive for National Night Out on August 5th. Councilman Erickson asked if there was a chance to move the Town Council meeting scheduled on August 5th so councilmembers could participate in the event. Mayor Collins stated we could start the meeting at 7:00 p.m. and move the Closed Session to after the Open Session. Manager Day also announced the Chrome in the Valley Cruise-In for Saturday, July 19th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and thanked Vice-Mayor Dawson’s comments on the website, that it will be a moving target with continuous updates but complimented the County’s IT Department for their work over the previous years in managing that and also their continued work with serving the town and the entire county. He stated that there were requests that the previous council had when it came to transparency, communicating with the public, and being able to push forward, and not that the County IT Department couldn’t do that, it was in the best interest and a better opportunity for the town to be able to budget and do the website in-house. 16. Reminder of Future Council Meeting a. August 5, 2025; Closed Session 6:00 p.m., Open Session 7:00 p.m. 17. The Mayor asked for a motion to enter back into Closed Session at 8:12 p.m. to discuss the following items: a. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 1 (2 items)- Personnel Matters i. Town Manager ii. Town of Pulaski Police Chief b. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 8 (2 items)- Consultation with Legal Counsel i. SHAH Development ii. New River Valley Criminal Justice Academy The motion was made by Councilman Clark and seconded by Vice-Mayor Dawson. Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye 18. 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) 1 (1 item)- Personnel Matters i. Town of Pulaski Police Chief b. VA Code 2.2-3711 (A) 8 (2 items)- Consultation with Legal Counsel i. SHAH Development ii. New River Valley Criminal Justice Academy The motion was made by Councilman Clark and seconded by Vice-Mayor Dawson. Jeremy L. Clark- Aye G. Tyler Clontz- Absent Mayor Collins- Aye Sunshine N. Cope- Aye Steven W. Erickson- Aye Brooks R. Dawson- Aye Joel B. Burchett- Aye 19. With no further business, the Mayor adjourned the meeting at 9:26 p.m. General Info Town of Pulaski Town Manager’s Office P.O. Box 660 42 1st Street NW Pulaski, VA 24301 540-994-8602 July 31, 2025 To: Mayor Shannon Collins, Town of Pulaski Town Council Members From: Olivia Hale, Clerk of Council RE: March Department Head Monthly Summary Clerk of Council- Olivia Hale • 06/17 ARB Minutes • 07/01 EDA Meeting/Minutes • 07/01 Town Council Meeting/Minutes • Decorating Main Street for 4th of July parade • Scheduling Pepper’s Ferry Tour • International Spine, Paine, & Performance Center Ribbon Cutting • 07/15 Town Council packets/minutes • Social Media Correspondence • Website Meeting/Training • Updating website pages • IIMC Trainings (2) • PTO Time: July 10-19th • FOIA Requests (finished one from June) (3) • August Calendars • 08/05 Town Council Packets • Scanning files for lawyer • School supplies shopping for donations Property Maintenance/ Code Enforcement/ Zoning- Carla Hodge • 25 new property maintenance cases • 30 complaints received/investigated • 35 follow up inspections for compliance • 15 inoperable vehicle violations • 3 vehicles towed • 10 trash/debris violations • 2 properties town abated • 1 vacant structure re-secured • Assist animal control w/ 3 cases • 27 properties sent out for mowing • 27 liens placed • 10 liens released • 1 VAZO virtual mtg • 2 properties posted unsafe/uninhabitable/ no water supply • 3 zoning violations for camper/outbuilding dwelling/junkyard(5 or more inoperable vehicles Finance Department- Jackie Morris • Preparing year end documents and reports for the upcoming audit • Staff has been working on collections and cross training in other areas of Finance • Fulfilling responsibilities of the Assistant Finance Director due to vacancy • Working on lending requests for water meter replacements • Processing abatements for personal property from the County • Preparing for Personal property tax billing • Prepared carry forwards and appropriations for Council • Utilizing volunteers for scanning files for storage • Processed utility bills – 3892 • Customers participating with E-bills – 490 • Customers participating with ACH - 703 • Non-payment cutoffs for the month – 107 Public Works- Kim Caudill Street Department • Continue mowing town wide, two cemeteries • Continue contract mowing of 6 of 8 parks • Put down gravel on the trail that was washed out by rain • Patched potholes with cold patch town wide as requested • Patched water break repair areas • Operate brush site each Saturday (part time attendant M-F 1:00 – 5:00) • Cleaned catch basins town wide as needed. • Packed dumpsters at the convenience center 3-4 times weekly • Empty town trash cans and pick up trash/debris from roadside at least once weekly • Installed manholes on Main Street and for the proposed apartments on 1st St NE • Repaired grate on Memorial Drive General Properties Department • Continue construction of parking shed(s) on the Public Works lot • Continue the remodel project at the Fire Department • Concrete work on 1st St NE at proposed new apartments and the Brewery • Worked on fountain in Jackson Park. Drained/cleaned/refilled • Worked on AC in the Municipal Building Vehicle Maintenance Department • Worked on street sweeper. Met with technician from Atlantic Machinery • Performed oil changes on 9 units • Performed 3 state inspections • Performed 9 daily checks on patrol units • Serviced/repaired multiple NRVSS/PAT buses • Serviced mowing equipment Water/Sewer Department • Made two 4 inch taps on line for proposed new apartments • Continued to check pump stations daily. Perform house keeping in both 4A and 4B • Working on pumps and motors at 4B: Installed new hoist at 4A • Dealt with overflow due to transformer shorting out again • Repaired 5 water service line leaks • Ran all problematic sewers once weekly. Responded to 6 separate sewer back up calls • Responded to 123 Miss Utility Locates • Non payment disconnects Economic Development- Shannon Ainsley New Business Licenses: • Granny Rees Essentials – home based business • Bealls – 1152 E. Main Street, estimated to open September 2025 • 540 Collective – 2 West Main Street • Purely Baked – home based business • Bits N Bobs – Food Truck based in Max Meadows • Cline Electric - contractor performing work in the Town of Pulaski Business Closure: • Bonde Cote Economic Development maintains ongoing communication with new and existing businesses to support retention and ensure they know the Town is a resource for assistance, guidance, and growth. Retail Outreach: In an effort to help ensure that retail growth keeps pace with the town's expanding housing base, the Economic Development department is actively promoting our area to potential retailers whose business models align with our community’s needs. Outreach is based on information collected from community outreach and other projects, as well as each company’s location criteria. Companies contacted include: • Raising Cane’s • Cook Out • Aldi • Shoe Carnival • Rack Room Shoes • Shoe Show Companies often have defined criteria and target markets. Reaching out helps put the Town of Pulaski in front of them for consideration—if we align with their needs. These efforts are not an exact science, but they increase our chances of being noticed when the timing and demographics are right. Grant Management • Managing three awarded grants and actively pursuing additional funding opportunities to support town projects. Project Revitalize • Continuing outreach to both commercial and residential property owners to understand plans for vacant properties and identify opportunities for revitalization. • Continuing work on residential project on Madison Street. Newsletter: • The next community newsletter will be included in the August utility bills. Filter Plant- David Peyton Collected monthly samples. Checked Aed and fire extinguishers for the month. Had a chlorine feed pump completely fail. Purchased and replaced. Several telemetry issues over the month, with the assistance from Verizon and Diversified repaired all items. Diversified came and replaced items associated with the HMI touch screen at Raw Water. Cleaned Pulsator screens. Fixed multiple chlorine leaks. Carter came and worked on our generator and ordered some repair parts. Turned in our EDMR and MOR for regulatory agencies. Collected Bac T samples. Cleaned turbidimeters. Fire Department- Chief Jeff Conner Reporting – 07/01/2025 to 07/31/2025 - Stand by for fireworks at Calfee - Event with summer class at Pulaski Elementary - County Quarterly Fire Protection Committee Meeting held at Pulaski Fire Department • Ran 70 calls o 3 cooking fires o 27 EMS calls o 3 Motor Vehicle Accidents o 5 Powerlines down o 2 Gas/Carbon Monoxide leaks o 1 PD Assists o 10 Calls for service o 19 General Alarms (Cancelled en-route, false alarms, etc.) • Training o 1 career staff completed Fire Officer 1 o 2 career staff became certified instructors in Pumping, Aerial Operations, and Hazmat o Training time with several volunteers on pumping and driving Parks and Trails- Nathan Repass • Watered flowers at Train Depot twice weekly • Provided support for the Marketplace on Tuesdays • Represented the Town at monthly board meeting for Friends of Peak Creek non-profit • Graduated from the first cohort of the Southwest Virginia Local Government Leadership Academy • Processed 7 Heritage Park shelter reservations • Provided day-of support for Town 4th of July Parade and Jackson Park event • Assisted with logistics and on-site support for Friends of Peak Creek Family Fun Day event in Heritage Park • Met with local Scout to coordinate Eagle Scout service project at Gatewood Campground • Coordinated ACCE volunteers for 67.5 hours of volunteer labor Police Department- Chief M. Parmelee 3,815 Total number of Calls for Service (CFS) 1,627 Business Patrols 16 Disorderly Conduct 316 Foot Patrols 29 Trespassing 23 Trespass Notices Issued 8 Trespassing Arrests 76 Arrests 99 Arrests, total number of charges AMVETS Post 50 made a generous donation of a drone to the Pulaski Police Department on July 11, 2025. The drone will be used for searching for missing persons as well as other emergency uses should the need arise. It will be a life-saving tool for the department. Officer Hunter Phipps was promoted to Sergeant on July 14, 2025. A donation was made to the Pulaski Police Department in memory of Betty Quesenberry by her sister, Carole Clarke. Mrs. Quesenberry’s daughter, Teresa Talbert, presented the check to Interim Chief of Police Mike Parmelee. The funds will be used to purchase a ballistic vest, helping protect the life of a Pulaski Police Officer. August 2025 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 EDA Meeting 10am Council Chambers National Night Out 4-6pm Jackson Park Town Council Meeting 7pm Council Chambers Rhythm by the Rails 3-9pm Jackson Park 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Planning Commission Meeting & Town Council Joint Meeting 6pm Council Chambers Water Cut Off Day for Town of Pulaski Customers Chrome in the Valley Cruise-In 11am-4pm Jackson Park 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Town Council Meeting 7pm Council Chambers Cemetery Board Meeting 6pm Council Chambers 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 _________________________ GFL Bulk Pick Up Week_____________________ The Marketplace: Every Tuesday 4-7pm at the Train Station until August 26th August Pulaski Senior Center (540)994-8627 2025 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 Sign up Day 8:30a.m.-5:00p.m. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Movie and Lunch 11:30a.m./ $2.00 Friendship Café’ 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Bingo at the Center 11:00a.m./ Free Movie at 1:00p.m. Friendship Café’ 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Breakfast at the Center 9:00a.m./$3.00 Movie at 12:00p.m. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Rose’s in Galax and Long John Silver’s 10:00a.m./ $4.00 Friendship Café’ 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Ruritan Bingo and Lunch on Jefferson Ave. 11:00a.m./ Free Friendship Café’ 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Library Craft 11:00a.m./ Free Movie at 1:00p.m. 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Mystery Lunch Bunch We leave the Center at 10:00a.m./ $5.00 to ride Friendship Café’ 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Bingo at the Center 11:00a.m./ Free Movie at 1:00p.m. Friendship Café’ 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Wythe Hospice: Paint Craft 11:00a.m. Movie at 1:00p.m. 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Open Day Come enjoy the Senior Center Friendship Café’ 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. Bingo at the Center 11:00a.m./ Free Movie at 1:00p.m. Friendship Café’ 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. End of Sumer: Hotdog Lunch 11:30a.m./ $3.00 Movie at 1:00p.m. 31 June 20th Please Sign-Up for all events you plan on attending. Bereavement Group 3PM-4PM