Roanoke County, Virginia

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL RECESSED SESSION (CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC WORKSHOP) July 24, 2026 8:30 AM LOCATION AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. 2. TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION: • Welcome and Retreat Framing • Session One: Leadership as Stewardship • Session Two: Building Trust That Strengthens Governance • Session Three: Leading Through Healthy Conflict • Session Four: Leadership In Action • City Manager Presentation • Leadership Legacy: Moving Forward • Wrap Up and Closing Comments 3. ADJOURN.

Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 09:00

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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

Council considers $4 million state grant for RoVa Labs development

The Roanoke City Council will vote on several items, including a $4 million appropriation from the Commonwealth of Virginia to develop lab space at RoVa Labs (1030 South Jefferson Street). The council will also approve the five‑year budget for opioid settlement funds and accept multiple state grant funds for opioid abatement, sexual and domestic violence victims, and HUD community‑development programs. Additional actions include requests for closed meetings on legal matters, a street‑renaming proposal for 2nd Street NE, and a request to vacate a city easement at 2415 Russell Avenue.

Closed‑meeting requests C‑1 through C‑4 for legal advice on code amendments, real‑property disposition, and property acquisition.
Approval of a $4 million appropriation from Virginia for lab space at RoVa Labs, 1030 South Jefferson Street.
Adoption of the five‑year budget for opioid settlement funds and acceptance of FY27 Virginia opioid abatement and sexual/domestic violence victim grant funds.
Public hearing to rename 2nd Street NE to “Bethel Davis Street NE.”
Authorization to vacate city easements at 2415 Russell Avenue and amend Ordinance No. 43129‑012125.

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL July 20, 2026 2:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. The Invocation will be delivered by The Reverend Adam Ayers, Middle School Pastor, Valley Church of God. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America will be led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Welcome ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: None. 3. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. All matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to the Council, as she may deem appropriate. 4. CONSENT AGENDA: C-1. A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney con [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

Roanoke City Council repeals ordinance allowing 'Raven' gunshot detection sensors

City Council voted to remove gunshot detection devices from public rights-of-way and approved funding for school board programs. The body also discussed updating city policies regarding employee cannabis use.

Repealed Ordinance No. 43378-042026 regarding 'Raven' gunshot detection sensors
Approved $4,300,000 reappropriation for Roanoke City School Board capital needs
Authorized public hearing for July 20, 2026, to vacate city easements at 2415 Russell Avenue
Adopted Amendment No. 3 to contract with Renovation Alliance for Healthy Homes Roanoke
Accepted Project Outside Grant for Brushy Mountain

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL INFORMAL SESSION July 6, 2026 9:00 AM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All Present. Welcome ITEMS FOR ACTION: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that the Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by the Council, pursuant to Section 2.2- 3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. (7-0) • Architectural Review Board • City Planning Commission • Roanoke Arts Commission • Board of Zoning Appeals • Economic Development Authority • Fair Housing Board • Gun Violence Prevention Commission • Human Services Advisory Board • Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates • Roanoke Public Library Board • Towing Advisory Board A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council adopts zoning amendments for housing and land use

The City Council continued and concluded a public hearing regarding amendments to Chapter 36.2 of the Zoning Code. These changes aim to facilitate context-sensitive housing development and update use tables for industrial and planned unit development districts.

Adopted Ordinance No. 43434-070626 (7-0)
Adopted Resolution No. 43435-070626 (7-0)
Amendments to Chapter 36.2, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Roanoke

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL RECESSED SESSION July 6, 2026 7:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All Present. The Invocation was delivered by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Cobb. Statement of Purpose. 2. CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING: 1. Request of the City of Roanoke to propose amendments to Chapter 36.2, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Roanoke (1979), as amended, intended to facilitate context-sensitive housing development; to promote community health and wellness; to encourage purposeful land use to make changes to the use tables for multiple purpose, industrial, and planned unit development districts; and to make changes to clarify and correct elements of the zoning code, such amendments being for the public purposes of promoting public health, public safety, and go [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL June 15, 2026 2:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. Council Member Powers was absent. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Rhonda Thorne, Pastor, Metropolitan Community Church of the Blue Ridge. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Welcome ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Mayor Cobb advised that, going forward, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Member Hagen advised that he attended a play in Vinton put on by Bear Theater titled Land and Liberty and “shouted out” his wife as the lead actress in the play. He expressed that it was great and encouraged everyone to check it [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL INFORMAL SESSION June 1, 2026 9:00 AM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All Present. Welcome ITEMS FOR ACTION: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that the Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by the Council, pursuant to Section 2.2- 3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. (7-0) • Architectural Review Board • City Planning Commission • Roanoke Arts Commission • Board of Zoning Appeals • Economic Development Authority • Fair Housing Board • Gun Violence Prevention Commission • Human Services Advisory Board • Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates • Roanoke Public Library Board • Towing Advisory Board A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting for the discuss [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 18, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

Roanoke City Council approves site development grant and land donation

City Council approved the appropriation of the Virginia Business Ready Sites Program Grant for Tract 8 and accepted a donation of two parcels at 0 Hollins Road, N.E. The body also appropriated debt-funded projects for the FY 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Plan.

Appropriation of Virginia Business Ready Sites Program Grant for Tract 8 (Ordinance No. 43392-051826)
Acceptance of donated parcels 3140815 and 3140819 at 0 Hollins Road, N.E. (Ordinance No. 43393-051826)
Appropriation of FY 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Plan debt-funded projects (Ordinance No. 43394-051826)
Presentation of Safety Action Plan (SAP) and Speed Management Action Plan (SMAP)
Closed meeting requests regarding Council Code of Conduct, a prospective business in Northwest Roanoke, and a public contract amendment

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL May 18, 2026 2:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Susan Bentley, Chaplain, Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Welcome ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Mayor Cobb advised that, going forward, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Member Hagen “shouted out” the Gainsbroro Block Party and expressed that he was unable to attend the Local Colors, but heard it was a great event. He noted that he and the Mayor attended the ribbon-cutting for Elderberry’s and a football game of the Roanoke [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 11, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

City Council adopts FY 2026‑2027 budget, tax rate, fees, and pay plan

The Roanoke City Council approved several ordinances and a resolution during its May 11, 2026 recessed session. Items adopted include reaffirming the real‑estate tax rate, adopting the FY 2027 fee compendium, appropriating funds for general, stormwater, civic facilities, parking, risk management, school, food services, and grant programs, endorsing the FY2027‑FY2031 Capital Improvement Program update, and establishing a new pay plan for city officers and staff. A certificate confirming fund availability was presented but no action was taken on it.

Reaffirmation of Real Estate Tax Rate – Ordinance No. 43385-051126
Adoption of FY 2027 Fee Compendium – Ordinance No. 43386-051126
Appropriations for General, Stormwater Utility, Civic Facilities, Parking, Risk Management, School General, School Food Services, and Grant Fund – Ordinances No. 43387‑43389-051126
Endorsement of Capital Improvement Program Update FY2027‑FY2031 – Resolution No. 43390-051126
Adoption of Pay Plan for officers, employees, and board members – Ordinance No. 43391-051126

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL RECESSED SESSION May 11, 2026 2:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. Vice-Mayor McGuire arrived at 2:02 pm. The Invocation was delivered by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Cobb. Statement of Purpose. Mayor Cobb. Mayor Cobb advised that City Council would be adopting measures in connection with the City’s Recommended 2026 - 2027 Fiscal Year Budget, which takes effect July 1, 2026. 2. INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: A Certificate of the Interim Director of Finance advising that funds required for the 2026–2027 General, Stormwater Utility, Civic Facilities, Parking, Risk Management, School General, School Food and Grant Fund budgets will be available for appropriation, for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, and e [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 4, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

City Council approves Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television FY 2026–2027 Budget

City Council held an informal session and a regular meeting to address budget reports and board vacancies. The body approved the regional cable television budget and an appropriation for Roanoke City School Board educational programs.

Adopted Resolution No. 43383-050426 for the Roanoke Valley Regional Cable Television FY 2026–2027 Budget
Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 43384-050426 for Roanoke City School Board educational programs
Scheduled public hearings for May 18, 2026, regarding tax exemptions for Villa Heights Rec Center, LLC, 1729 Patterson Avenue, LLC, and Assisi Animal Clinics of Virginia, Inc.
Closed meetings held to discuss vacancies on 11 boards and commissions and the selection of two Roanoke City School Board Trustees
Closed meetings held regarding a workers' compensation settlement and economic development projects in the Central part of the City

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL INFORMAL SESSION May 4, 2026 9:00 AM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. Welcome ITEMS FOR ACTION: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that the Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by the Council, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. (7-0) • Architectural Review Board • City Planning Commission • Roanoke Arts Commission • Board of Zoning Appeals • Economic Development Authority • Fair Housing Board • Gun Violence Prevention Commission • Human Services Advisory Board • Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates • Roanoke Public Library Board • Towing Advisory Board A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss the sel [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Public hearings on FY 2026‑2027 budget and real estate tax rate increase

The City Council held a recessed session to conduct two public hearings. The first hearing considered the recommended budget for fiscal year 2026‑2027. The second hearing considered a proposed increase to the real estate tax rate. No actions were taken on either item.

Recommended FY 2026‑2027 City of Roanoke budget – public hearing, no action taken
Proposed real estate tax rate increase – public hearing, no action taken

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL RECESSED SESSION April 23, 2026 7:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. The Invocation was delivered by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Cobb. Welcome and Statement of Purpose. The purpose of tonight’s meeting is to conduct two separate public hearings: (1) Recommended Budget for the City for Fiscal Year 2026–2027 at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be reached; and (2) Proposed Real Estate Tax Rate Increase at 7:10 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be reached. 2. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Recommended Fiscal Year 2026-2027 City of Roanoke Budget. (7:00 pm) No action taken. 2. Proposed Real Estate Tax Rate Increase. (7:10 pm) No action taken. 3. ADJOURNED - 7:27 PM.

Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 10:00

City Council

Council holds closed session to appoint two Roanoke City School Board trustees

The City Council will interview four candidates for Roanoke City School Board trustee positions. After the interviews, the Council will convene in a closed meeting to vote on appointing two trustees to three‑year terms beginning July 1, 2026. The appointment action is listed as a 5‑0 vote.

Interviews for school board trustee candidates: Darlene L. Burcham (10:00 am), Derek Kaknes (10:30 am), Christopher T. Link (11:00 am), Donna M. Littlepage (11:30 am)
Closed‑meeting request by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb to appoint two trustees for three‑year terms (July 1 2026 – June 30 2029)
Council vote on the appointment recorded as 5‑0

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL RECESSED SESSION ROANOKE CITY SCHOOL BOARD INTERVIEWS April 20, 2026 10:00 AM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. Call to Order - Roll Call. Vice-Mayor McGuire was absent. Council Member Sanchez-Jones abstained due to a Conflict of Interest. 2. Welcome and Opening Remarks - Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. 3. Interviews for Trustee of Roanoke City School Board. The candidates are: Darlene L. Burcham - 10:00 a.m. Derek Kaknes - 10:30 a.m. Christopher T. Link - 11:00 a.m. Donna M. Littlepage - 11:30 a.m. 4. Item for Action: 1. A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss the appointment of two Trustees to serve on the Roanoke City School Board, for three-year terms, each, commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. (5 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

City Council approves gunshot detection device installation across Roanoke

At the April 20, 2026 meeting, Roanoke City Council adopted several ordinances and resolutions. The council approved an encroachment permit to install gunshot detection devices for the Police Department throughout the city. It also accepted a Virginia Tourism Corporation grant for GO Fest 2026, accepted opioid settlement claims, amended an engineering contract with AECOM, and approved the city’s 2025‑2029 CDBG Consolidated Plan. Additionally, the council concurred with multiple closed‑meeting requests from the City Attorney and the mayor.

Adopted Ordinance No. 43378‑042026: encroachment permit for citywide gunshot detection devices
Adopted Ordinance No. 43376‑042026: acceptance and appropriation of Virginia Tourism Corporation grant for GO Fest 2026
Adopted Ordinance No. 43377‑042026: acceptance of opioid settlement claims against manufacturers
Adopted Resolution No. 43379‑042026: amendment to FY25 Tract 8 Engineering Design Services Contract with AECOM
Adopted Resolution No. 43380‑042026: approval of the 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan for CDBG Block Grants

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL April 20, 2026 2:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Carter Mundy, Pastor, Redemption Church. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Welcome ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Mayor Cobb advised that, going forward, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Member Nash “shouted out” City staff who attended the community budget meetings. He expressed that he heard from citizens how interactive and receptive the meetings were. Vice-Mayor McGuire advised that on Apri 17, he attended a meeting of Friends of Washington Park and R [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 6, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

Roanoke City Council approves budgets for airport and resource authority

City Council adopted the 2026-2027 annual budgets for the Roanoke Valley Resource Authority and the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission. The body also approved property rights for pedestrian improvements and various grant agreements.

Adopted 2026-2027 Annual Budget for Roanoke Valley Resource Authority
Adopted 2026-2027 Operating Budget and Capital Expenditures for Roanoke Regional Airport Commission
Approved acquisition of real property rights for 8th Street and Grayson Avenue pedestrian improvements
Adopted Tax Year 2026 Personal Property Tax Relief Act (PPTRA) percentage
Scheduled interviews and a public hearing for April 20 to select two School Board Trustees

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL INFORMAL SESSION April 6, 2026 9:00 AM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. Welcome Mayor Cobb announced that on April 20, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m., Roanoke City Council will conduct four interviews to select two candidates to serve as Roanoke City School Board Trustees for three-year terms of office, each, commencing July 1, 2026. The four candidates are Derek Kaknes, Darlene L. Burcham, Christopher T. Link and Donna M. Littlepage. On April 20, at 7:00 p.m., a public hearing will be held to hear the views of citizens on said candidates for Roanoke City School Board Trustee; and announcement of the successful candidates will be made at a subsequent Council Meeting. ITEMS FOR ACTION: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that the Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss vacancies on cer [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

City Council to receive FY 2026-2027 recommended budget

The City Council is holding a recessed session to review the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. This is the single action item listed for the meeting.

Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Recommended Budget

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL RECESSED SESSION March 23, 2026 2:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. Statement of Purpose. Mayor Joseph L. Cobb 2. ITEM FOR ACTION: 1. Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Recommended Budget. 3. ADJOURN.

Mon Mar 16, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

Roanoke City Council approves flood grants and parking agreement

City Council held a joint meeting with the School Board and approved several administrative actions, including flood mitigation grants and a parking agreement. Multiple residents spoke during public comment regarding budget decreases for Roanoke City Public Schools.

Adopted Ordinance No. 43364-031626 to accept a DCR Community Flood Preparedness Fund Grant for Peters Creek and Ore Branch Watersheds
Adopted Resolution No. 43365-031626 to apply to FEMA for the Peters Creek Flood Mitigation Project
Adopted Ordinance No. 43367-031626 for a parking agreement for up to 20 spaces at the Center in the Square Garage at 11 Campbell Avenue, S.E.
Adopted Resolution No. 43366-031626 redefining strategic goals, objectives, and priorities for the City
Approved closed meetings to discuss two School Board vacancies and property acquisition/disposal

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL ROANOKE CITY SCHOOL BOARD March 16, 2026 2:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. Council Member Volosin was absent. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Elizabeth N. H. Link, Executive Pastor, Second Presbyterian Church. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Welcome JOINT MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL AND THE ROANOKE CITY SCHOOL BOARD. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. City Council — Council Member Volosin was absent. Roanoke City School Board - Trustees Jamison and Quintana were absent. WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/COMMENTS BY THE CITY COUNCIL /ROANOKE CITY SCHOOL BOARD. RECESS/ADJOURN - 3:20 pm. THE COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED TO CONSIDER THE REMAINING AGENDA ITEMS. (3:32 pm) ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEM [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Mar 2, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

Roanoke City Council approves school funding and downtown drainage projects

City Council approved a budget ordinance for Roanoke City School Board educational programs and adopted the 2025 Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The body also authorized a deed modification for the Fishburn Park Caretaker’s Cottage and accepted grants for Operation Ceasefire and sports events.

Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 43363-030226 for school board educational programs
Approved deed modification for Fishburn Park Caretaker’s Cottage at 2424 Brambleton Avenue, S.W.
Adopted 2025 Roanoke Valley - Alleghany Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
Announced downtown drainage projects on 1st Street SW and Kirk Avenue
Accepted Operation Ceasefire Supplemental Grant

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL INFORMAL SESSION March 2, 2026 9:00 AM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. Welcome ITEMS FOR ACTION: A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb requesting that the Council convene in a Closed Meeting to discuss vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by the Council, pursuant to Section 2.2- 3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. (7-0) • Architectural Review Board • City Planning Commission • Roanoke Arts Commission • Board of Zoning Appeals • Economic Development Authority • Fair Housing Board • Gun Violence Prevention Commission • Human Services Advisory Board • Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates • Roanoke Public Library Board • Towing Advisory Board A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting for the purpos [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL February 17, 2026 2:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Terry Kemp, Children's Pastor and Ministries Director, Fort Chiswell Church of God. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Welcome Mayor Cobb called for a Moment of Silence in the passing of The Reverend Dr. Jesse Jackson, on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Mayor Cobb advised that, going forward, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Member Powers "shouted-out" the Black History Month Program at St. John's Episcopal Church. Council Me [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Feb 2, 2026 · 09:00

City Council

Roanoke City Council ratifies emergency powers and approves several funding appropriations

The City Council ratified a local emergency declaration and waived parking fees following a winter storm. The body also approved funding for child protective services and small business recovery, and initiated updates to the City's Zoning Code and the Evans Spring Plan.

Resolution No. 43344-020226: Ratified City Manager's declaration of local emergency
Ordinance No. 43345-020226: Waived parking fees for garages and on-street parking from Jan 24–30, 2026
Resolution No. 43349-020226: Initiated amendments to the City's Zoning Code
Resolution No. 43350-020226: Initiated review and update of the Evans Spring Plan
Proposed lease agreement for 3,000 sq ft of retail space at 11 Campbell Avenue SE (public hearing Feb 17)

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City of Roanoke, Virginia ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION COMMISSION February 2, 2026 9:00 AM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through Facebook Live at facebook.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. • City Council - All present. • Gun Violence Prevention Commission - Commissioners Elliott Major and David Howard were absent. WELCOME AND OPENING REMARKS. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/COMMENTS BY THE CITY COUNCIL/GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION COMMISSION. Overview of Gun Violence Statistics Highlights from the December 2025 Report Direction/Next Steps for the Commission RECESS/ADJOURN. 10:10 a.m. LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE MEETING TO BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER. (10:21 am - 10:55 am) AT 10:55 am, THE COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: Adoption of a resolution ratifying the City Manager’s declaration of a local emergency; conferring emergency powers in the City Manager as Director of Emergency Managem [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jan 20, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

Roanoke City Council approves budget and grants, hears public comments on fees and development

The Roanoke City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including the FY2026-2027 Budget, Operation Ceasefire grant funding, and a school funding policy. The meeting featured a public hearing where residents expressed opposition to proposed increases in downtown special events fees and discussed the Evans Spring property development plan.

Adoption of FY2026-2027 Budget Ordinance
Acceptance of VDOT revenue sharing funding for 1st Street SW drainage project
Adoption of Seventh Amended School Funding Policy
Public hearing on proposed increase in downtown special events fees
Public hearing on Evans Spring property development plan

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City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL January 20, 2026 2:00 PM City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. The Invocation was delivered by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Cobb. Welcome ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Recognition of Roanoke Public Library Interns. The City Manager and Amber Lowery, Assistant Director, Roanoke Libraries, recognized the interns from Hollins University and each intern shared her experience working at the libraries. Presentation of Citizen Centric Reports. The Office of Communications presented information from the Association of Government Accountants, who hosts an annual contest for college students and recognized each participant. Mayor Cobb advised that, going forward, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jan 5, 2026 · 14:00

City Council

Roanoke City Council adopts 2026 meeting schedule

City Council held an organizational meeting to establish the 2026 meeting schedule and budget development calendar. The body also approved the appropriation of a VSTOP Grant and scheduled a public hearing for a property lease.

Adoption of the 2026 meeting schedule (Resolution No. 43333-010526)
Approval of the VSTOP Grant appropriation (Ordinance No. 43334-010526)
Scheduled public hearing for Jan. 20, 2026, regarding a lease at 11 Campbell Avenue SE to The Orvis Company, Inc.
Adoption of the FY 2026–2027 Budget Development Activities calendar
Appointment of Yvonne Johnson to the Architectural Review Board

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