City Council

Agenda — 3 items

1. <strong>A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning contract obligations involving a City-owned facility in the Central part of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(8), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. (7-0)</strong>
2. Authorize and schedule a 30-day public comment period to begin October 31 and a public hearing to be held at City Council's regular meeting on November 17, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, or such later date and time as the City Manager may determine, with regard to a substantial amendment to the HUD Entitlement PY25 Annual Action Plan.
3. COMMENTS OF THE CITY MANAGER.The City Manager shared the following comments:I’m pleased to share that Roanoke City Parks and Recreation recently hosted the 2025 Virginia Recreation and Park Society (VRPS) Annual Conference, held here in Roanoke from October 26 through 29. This event brought together more than 400 parks and recreation professionals from across the Commonwealth for four days of learning, networking, and celebrating the best in their field. Conference highlights included a Disc Golf Tournament Pre-Con, guided tours of the City’s evolving outdoor spaces, including In River Park, the Skatepark, and the Eureka Recreation Center construction sites, an E-Bike Tour of the City, and a Walking Art Tour of Downtown. The conference concluded with the VRPS Awards Banquet, recognizing outstanding programs, facilities, and individuals from across Virginia. I’m proud to share that Roanoke City Parks and Recreation received two distinguished honors:<br><ul><li>The Best New Renovation or Addition of a Greenway, Park, or Trail award for the Tinker Creek Greenway Phase 2A, and;</li><li>The VRPS President’s Award, recognizing the Department’s exceptional contributions in organizing and hosting this year’s statewide conference.I want to extend sincere appreciation to our Parks and Recreation team for their leadership, dedication, and professionalism in showcasing Roanoke as a model for recreation excellence in Virginia.<br><br>I’m pleased to share that at the 2025 International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Conference held in Tampa, Florida, the City of Roanoke received a Program Excellence Award for the Roanoke Pollinator Partnership, a Bee City USA initiative. This recognition highlights the City’s strong commitment to creating pollinator-friendly habitats, promoting biodiversity, and engaging our community in environmental stewardship. Through the Roanoke Pollinator Partnership, the City and its partners have developed and maintained pollinator gardens, provided educational programming for residents and schools, and built collaborative partnerships with local organizations to advance pollinator conservation efforts throughout the community. Mr. Roman and I had the honor of accepting this award on behalf of the organization at the ICMA Conference, and it was truly a pleasure to see Roanoke’s leadership and innovation recognized on a national stage. I’m pleased to report the completion of the pedestrian steps replacement project at Laurel Street and Belleview Avenue in Southeast Roanoke, led by the Public Works Engineering Division. This project strengthens a vital pedestrian connection between the Riverland and Walnut Hill neighborhoods and the Roanoke River Greenway, enhancing accessibility and safety for residents and visitors alike. The previous concrete steps had significantly deteriorated over time and were replaced with a durable new structure designed to meet current safety and accessibility standards. Improvements include tread and riser dimensions optimized for safety, handrails that meet modern codes, and surface treatments that increase traction and reduce slip hazards in wet conditions. In addition, the historic stone pillars at the base of the steps were carefully preserved and integrated into the new construction, maintaining the character and historic identity of the neighborhood while incorporating modern engineering and safety features. This project supports the City’s ongoing goals of promoting walkability, expanding greenway access, and ensuring long-term maintenance of neighborhood infrastructure, reflecting our commitment to safe and vibrant community spaces.

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