City Council
Regular MeetingMartinsville, VA · October 27, 2020
Minutes
October 27, 2020 Council Meeting
The regular meeting of the Council of the City of Martinsville, Virginia was held on October
27, 2020 in Council Chambers, Municipal Building, at 7:30 PM with Mayor Kathy Lawson
presiding. Other Council Members present included Jim Woods, Danny Turner, Jennifer
Bowles and Chad Martin. Staff present included City Manager Leon Towarnicki, Assistant
City Manager/City Attorney Eric Monday, Clerk of Council Karen Roberts, Finance Director
Linda Conover, Assistant Finance Director Mandy McGhee, Community Development Director
Mark McCaskill and Deputy Police Chief Rob Fincher.
Mayor Lawson called the meeting to order.
Following the Pledge to the American Flag and invocation by Vice Mayor Martin, Lawson
welcomed everyone to the meeting. She explained that the meeting would follow COVID
guidelines and recognized social distancing recommendations.
Mayor Lawson recognized Boy Scout Jason Donohue of Troop 168 who was attending the
meeting to earn credit towards his Eagle Scout badge.
City Attorney Monday read a proclamation honoring the Honorable Jackson L. Kiser who
passed away recently. The city flags will be brought to half-staff for the next week to honor his
memory.
Approve minutes for the October 13, 2020 Meeting – Council Member Bowles made a
motion to approve the minutes as presented. Council Member Woods seconded the motion
with all Council Members voting in favor.
Hear an update from Boys & Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge – Executive Director Joanie
Petty presented a PowerPoint update for Council on various programs and activities being
offered locally by the Boys & Girls Clubs. Activities are often modified to accommodate COVID
restrictions while still entertaining and educating the children. The program was closed on
March 13 but was able to reopen on a modified enrollment program on March 30, 2020 with a
35% reduction in staff and $160,000 reduction in revenue. Children are being served both
virtually and in-person. The local program is one of only two clubs that remained open during
COVID in Virginia and one of only 28 clubs nationwide, resulting in national recognition and
The Blue Spirit Award.
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October 27, 2020 Council Meeting
Consider allowing law enforcement to discharge firearms to kill coyotes – City Attorney
Monday explained that coyotes have become a concern in the City especially in regards to the
safety of small pets and public health. Monday detailed the current ordinance and exceptions.
The proposed amendment serves to clarify the use of a firearm by a police officer and it is up
to the discretion of the Chief of Police in setting that policy. This does not mean open season
on coyotes by residents and it does not allow residents to shoot a coyote on sight, it relates to
law enforcement officers specifically. Deputy Police Chief Fincher explained that they are
reaching out to other police departments to see what their policy is and the best practice for
the department and the residents. Monday shared a story detailing an experience by the
Finance Director where a neighbor came across an abandoned coyote den. When the neighbor
opened the den, he found dozens of dog collars and bones. Coyotes can be very ferocious and
unpredictable. Council Member Bowles made a motion to approve the ordinance as presented.
Council Member Woods seconded the motion with the following roll call vote: Mayor Lawson,
aye; Council Member Bowles, aye; Council Member Woods, aye; Council Member Turner, aye;
and Vice Mayor Martin, aye.
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Consider adoption on second reading, Ordinance 2020-4 increasing Courthouse security
fee from $10 to $20 – City Attorney Monday explained the need for the security fee and the
purpose of the increase request. Council Member Bowles made a motion to approve the
ordinance on second reading. Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion with the following roll
call vote: Vice Mayor Martin, aye; Council Member Woods, aye; Council Member Bowles, aye;
and Mayor Lawson, aye; and Council Member Turner, aye.
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Consider adoption of a resolution regarding Land Use Permits that may be occasionally
required from VDOT related to City work on VDOT right of way – City Manager Towarnicki
explained the need to adopt the resolution, explaining this is a housekeeping step and a
requirement for VDOT. Council Member Bowles mad the motion to adopt the resolution. Vice
Mayor Martin seconded the motion with all Council Members voting in favor.
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Consider information related to the 2021 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
(CEDS) list – Michael Armbrister of the West Piedmont Planning District Commission
highlighted the CEDS annual report and the significance of the list which works as a guide for
the WPPDC. He asked that Council review the list which will be approved late November or
early December for 2021.
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October 27, 2020 Council Meeting
Hear a summary of the City’s quarterly financial report for the period ending September
30, 2020 – Finance Director Linda Conover summarized the financial report. Council Member
Woods made a motion to approve the financial report as presented. Council Member Bowles
seconded the motion with all Council Members voting in favor.
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Consider approval of consent agenda – Council Member Bowles made a motion to approve
the Consent Agenda as presented. Vice Mayor Martin seconded the motion with all Council
Members voting in favor.
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Business from the Floor – City Attorney Monday explained that he received a request for
comment business from the floor, however the comment violates the comment policy as being
personal and derogatory so it will not be shared.
Comments by City Council – Council Member Turner mentioned the Martinsville Race
coming up this weekend. Veterans Day will be November 11, Turner shared details on local
events honoring local veterans. Turner said that he helped two residents to vote. Vice Mayor
Martin encourages residents to vote. Council Member Bowles encouraged residents to vote, be
safe for Halloween and shop local businesses. Mayor Lawson commented on Halloween
encouraging residents to be safe and follow CDC guidelines, the guidelines are on the City
website. There are several churches participating in trunk-or-treats and the Martinsville City
Fire Department will welcome trick-or-treaters. Lawson welcomed race fans and mentioned
the lottery for the race which will allow 1,000 spectators each day. Christmas Cheer will start
accepting applications on November 4 at 9:00am at 10 Liberty Street near Grace Network.
Mayor Lawson shared details on the Salvation Army kettle kickoff and mentioned Veterans
Day on November 11.
Comments by the City Manager – City Manager Towarnicki updated Council on utility
disconnects and residents who had made payment arrangements and contacted Social
Services for assistance. A direct mailing was done to every customer who had set up a
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payment plan, there are 331 customers with 197 having reached out to Social Services so far.
Towarnicki hopes more residents will contact Social Services to assist them with those utility
bills. There is $344,418 still owed in delinquent bills, down from what that total was in
September. The Governor announced a fund to assist with broadband 3 weeks ago. The city
put together an application and applied within days and he is happy to announce that the
grant request was approved. The City will receive $502,344 to allow internet services to
unserved or underserved City students in the City. This grant allows the City to install towers
and infrastructure throughout the entire City, providing coverage to 99.9% of the City as well
as a large amount of County residents. This project must be completed by the end of
December 2020. Hotspots will be created at various libraries, City Hall and at the schools.
This is a high capacity, high speed system and enables telemedicine for example. City
Attorney Monday said there are many unserved or underserved households who do not have
internet. Those residents will be getting a letter from the schools soon. Monday asks
residents to please not procrastinate and to return that permission as soon as possible. Every
single resident of the City along with a substantial number of those in the County will have
access to MINet by the end of the year.
There being no further business, Council Member Bowles made a motion to adjourn the
meeting; the motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Martin with all Council Members voting in
favor. The meeting adjourned at 8:45pm.
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Karen Roberts Kathy Lawson
Clerk of Council Mayor
Agenda
AGENDA--CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA
Council Chambers – Municipal Building
7:30pm Regular Session
Tuesday October 27, 2020
7:30 pm - Regular Session
Pledge to the American Flag and Invocation by Vice Mayor Martin
1. Approve minutes from the October 13, 2020 Council Meetings. (5 mins)
2. Hear an update from Boys and Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge. (15 mins)
3. Consider allowing law enforcement to discharge firearms to kill coyotes. (10
mins)
4. Consider adoption on second reading, Ordinance 2020-4 increasing
Courthouse security fee from $10 to $20. (10 mins)
5. Consider adoption of a resolution regarding Land Use Permits that may be
occasionally required from VDOT related to City work on VDOT right of
way. (10 mins)
6. Consider information related to the 2021 Comprehensive Economic
Development Strategy (CEDS) list. (15 mins)
7. Hear a summary of the City’s quarterly financial report for the period
ending September 30, 2020. (10 mins)
8. Consider approval of Consent Agenda. (5 mins)
9. Business from the Floor - CANCELLED
As a result of COVID-19 issues, business from the floor will not occur at City Council meetings until further
notice. Citizens desiring to present comments for Council’s consideration may do so by emailing the comments
to Karen Roberts, Clerk of Council at kroberts@ci.martinsville.va.us, calling in the comments to 276-403-5182,
faxing comments to 276-403-5280, or mailing comments to City of Martinsville, attn.: Karen Roberts, P.O.
Drawer 1112, Martinsville, VA 24114. Comments must be received by noon, October 27 for consideration by
Council at this meeting.
10. Comments by members of City Council. (5 minutes)
11. Comments by City Manager and City Attorney. (5 minutes)
City Council
Agenda Summary
Meeting Date: October 27, 2020
Item No: 1.
Department: Clerk of Council
Issue: Consider approval of minutes
Summary: None
Attachments: October 13, 2020 Council Meeting
Recommendations: Motion to approve minutes as presented.
City Council
Agenda Summary
Meeting Date: October 27, 2020
Item No: 2.
Department: City Manager
Issue: Hear an update from Boys and Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge.
Summary: Joanie Petty, Executive Director of Boys and Girls Clubs of the
Blue Ridge will be attending Council’s meeting and providing an update on various
programs and activities being handled by the organization.
Attachment: None
Recommendation: No action needed – presented for information purposes.
City Council
Agenda Summary
Date: October 27, 2020
Item No: 3.
Department: City Attorney
Issue: Consider adoption on second reading, Ordinance 2020-4,
increasing the Courthouse security fee from $10 to $20.
Summary: Effective July 1, the General Assembly authorized localities to increase
this fee, which is levied on anyone convicted of criminal or traffic offenses, and which
helps fund courthouse security. The General District Court Clerk has requested this be
enacted, and Henry County has already done so. The last increase occurred in 2007,
from $5 to $10. Council approved adoption on first reading at the October 13th
meeting.
Attachments: Draft ordinance 2020-4
Recommendations: Discussion, possible amendment. Adoption on second
reading at Council’s pleasure, by roll call vote.
CITY OF MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA
ORDINANCE NO. 2020-4
INCREASING COURTHOUSE SECURITY ASSESMENT
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Martinsville, Virginia, in Regular Session held
on October 27, 2020, that Section 1-16 of the City Code is hereby enacted, to read as follows:
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Sec. 1-16. - Special assessment for funding of courthouse security
personnel as part of costs in criminal and traffic cases.
Ten dollars ($10.00) Twenty dollars ($20.00) shall be assessed as part of the costs in each criminal and
traffic case in the general district court of the city or in the circuit court of the city in which the defendant is
convicted of a violation of any statute or ordinance, pursuant to the provisions of section 53.1-120D of the
1950 Code of Virginia, as amended. Such assessment shall be collected by the clerk of court in which the
case is heard, remitted to the city treasurer and held by such treasurer subject to appropriation by this
council to the sheriff's office for the funding of courthouse security personnel. This assessment shall be in
addition to all other costs prescribed by law.
(Ord. No. 2002-2, 5-14-2002; Ord. No. 2007-02, 6-5-2007)
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Attest:
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Karen Roberts, Clerk of Council
City Council
Agenda Summary
Date: October 27, 2020
Item No: 4.
Department: City Attorney
Issue: Consider allowing law enforcement to discharge firearms to kill coyotes.
Summary: A number of citizens have seen and heard coyotes in the City, and
have expressed safety concerns, particularly for pets. Currently discharge of
firearms is not allowed in the City, with an exception for law enforcement in the
performance of official duties. The proposed amendment includes killing of
coyotes in those duties, in a manner in accordance with polices adopted by the
Chief of Police.
Attachments: Draft ordinance.
Recommendations: Discussion, possible amendment. Adoption on first
reading at Council’s pleasure, by roll call vote.
CITY OF MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA
ORDINANCE NO. 2020-5
POLICE DISCHARGE OF FIREARMS TO KILL COYOTES, ETC.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Martinsville, Virginia, in Regular Session held
on November 10, 2020, that Section 24-2 of the City Code is hereby amended, to read as follows:
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Sec. 24-2. - Discharging firearms—Generally.
(a) No person shall fire or discharge any gun, cannon, pistol or other firearm at any place within the city. A
violation of this section shall constitute a Class 1 misdemeanor.
(b) This section shall not apply to:
(1) any law-enforcement officer in the performance of his official duties, including the killing of
coyotes or any other vicious or nuisance animal, as defined by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland
fisheries; said discharge shall be as directed in policies and procedures adopted by the Chief of Police.;nor
to
(2) any other person whose willful act is otherwise justifiable or excusable at law in the protection
of his life or property or is otherwise specifically authorized by section 24-3 or by state law; This section
shall also not apply to
(3) veterans' organizations, historical heritage organizations, honor guards and color guards
discharging blank cartridges at funerals, burials, parades or other commemorative, celebratory or
educational events, or during practice exercises prior to such events.
(c) Pursuant to Code of Virginia, § 15.2-1113, this section shall not apply to any person discharging a
firearm while killing a deer pursuant to Code of Virginia, § 29.1-529, on land of at least five (5) acres that is
zoned for agricultural use.
(Code 1971, § 11-42; Ord. No. 2016-1 , 8-9-2016)
Charter reference— Authority of city to prohibit discharge of firearms, Ch. 1, § 2(22).
Cross reference— Penalty for Class 1 misdemeanor, § 1-11.
State Law reference— Authority of city to regulate or prohibit discharge of firearms, Code of Virginia, §
15.1-865; discharging firearms in streets or other public places, §§ 18.2-280, 18.2-286.
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Attest:
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Karen Roberts, Clerk of Council
City Council
Agenda Summary
Date: October 27, 2020
Item No: 5.
Department: City Manager
Issue: Consider adoption of a resolution regarding Land Use Permits
that may be occasionally required from VDOT related to City work on VDOT right
of way.
Summary: From time to time, the City does work, or contracts for such
work along VDOT right of way, typically related to telecom installations. In
such cases, a Land Use Permit from VDOT is generally required to provide
assurance disturbed areas will be restored to original conditions. Additionally,
some form of financial guarantee may be required to provide coverage in the
event damages occur.
The attached resolution is the template provided by VDOT for this purpose.
Attachments: Resolution
Recommendations: Adopt resolution (voice vote)
LAND USE PERMIT RESOLUTION OCTOBER 27, 2020
WHEREAS, it becomes necessary from time to time for the City of Martinsville, VA to obtain land use permits from
the Virginia Department of Transportation to install, construct, maintain, and operate certain public works and
public utilities projects along, across over and upon highway systems of the Commonwealth of Virginia; and,
WHEREAS, expense, damage or injury may be sustained by the Commonwealth of Virginia growing out of granting
to the City of Martinsville, VA by the Virginia Department of Transportation of said permits for the work aforesaid;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Martinsville City Council this 27th day of October, 2020:
Section 1: That in accordance with the provisions of Section 24VAC30-151-720 of the Land Use Permit
Regulations of the Virginia Department of Transportation, the City of Martinsville does hereby grant assurances to
the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) that it shall in all respects comply with all of the conditions of
the permit or permits that have been, or will be, granted to the City of Martinsville and guarantees the successful
completion of the work, or, if appropriate, restoration of the right of way to its original condition.
Section 2: That the City Manager or his designee, be, and hereby is authorized to execute on behalf of the City of
Martinsville all land use permits and related documents of the Virginia Department of Transportation.
Section 3: That this resolution shall be a continuing resolution and shall not be revoked unless and until sixty (60)
days written notice of any proposed revocation be submitted to the Virginia Department of Transportation.
Section 4: That the City of Martinsville shall, if requested by the Virginia Department of Transportation, provide a
letter that commits to using the surety provided by its contractor or to have the contractor execute a dual
obligation rider that adds the Virginia Department of Transportation as an additional obligee to the surety bond
provided to the locality, with either of these options guaranteeing the work performed within state maintained
right of way under the terms of the land use permit for that purpose.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager or his designee, be, and hereby is authorized and directed to
procure insurance required by Section 1 herein.
The foregoing Resolution was adopted by the Council of the City of Martinsville at its regular meeting held on
October 27, 2020 in Martinsville, Virginia.
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Kathy Lawson, Mayor Attest: Karen Roberts, Clerk of Council
City Council
Agenda Summary
Meeting Date: October 27, 2020
Item No: 6.
Department: Community Development
Issue: Consider information related to the 2021 Comprehensive
Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) list.
Summary: Each year, the City has the option of adding, modifying, or deleting
projects on the CEDS list to reflect changing local needs and priorities.
As with years past, the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development
Administration (EDA) requires that the WPPDC Regional Comprehensive Economic
Development Strategy (CEDS) annual report be submitted by March 31 to align
with the PDC’s planning grant. In light of this timeframe, WPPDC is requesting
that each jurisdiction determine their respective project priority list in order to
meet the necessary deadline for the 2021 document update.
Attachment: Excerpt of 2020 CEDS document listing projects specific to
Martinsville. Highlighted green is priority #1; yellow #2; and blue #3.
Recommendation: No action needed at the October 27th meeting. This is being
placed on Council’s agenda at this time simply for information and discussion
purposes. Approval of the 2021 CEDS project list will occur at either the
November 24 or December 8 Council meetings.
WEST PIEDMONT
COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
2020 REGIONAL SPOTLIGHT
COMPREHENSIVE
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
STRATEGY
Serving the Counties of Franklin, Henry, Patrick, & Pittsylvania;
Cities of Danville and Martinsville; and the Town of Rocky Mount
What is a CEDS and Goals/Strategies Top CEDS Projects for 2020-2021
why is it necessary? Project Description
Estimated
The Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Cost
(CEDS) serves as an economic development blueprint for Summit View Business Park— Development of new business park near Rocky Mount, $39,700,000
the region. It reflects the economic needs, goals, and
priorities of the region in support of projects and initiatives
Franklin County including utilities, site grading, and other amenities
to improve or enhance our communities. The CEDS is
required in order to receive funding assistance from the
Last-Mile Broadband Expansion-- Study and implement a last-mile solution to provide County $17,000,000
U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Franklin County businesses and consumers fast, accessible, and affordable
Administration (EDA) for various projects. telecommunications service
The CEDS provides an economic overview of the West Franklin County / Rocky Mount Development of industrial sites, water and sewer, site $2,400,000
Piedmont District, along with historical information, current
Industrial Park--Franklin County/ improvements, and rail spur to serve expansion of existing
projects, and demographic data. Goals and strategies are
developed to address needs and barriers. A Comprehen- Rocky Mount heavy industrial site (This project is ready to bid.)
sive Economic Development Strategy Committee was
established with representation from the private sector,
Interconnection with Western VA Connect the Town of Rocky Mount's water system with the $1,500,000
government, higher educational institutions, economic Regional Water Authority--Town of Western VA Regional Water Authority lines via a 1.4-mile
development, workforce development, and other key stake- Rocky Mount extension of the Town's water system
holders. The Committee is responsible for the review and
revision of the CEDS annually. Commonwealth Crossing Business Additional expansion of regional industrial park including $26,000,000
Centre Phase II—Henry County/ environmental measures, grading, utility installation, AEP
Regional Vision Martinsville substation, natural gas extended to site, stormwater man-
As a region, we envision a diverse, business-friendly environment to
agement, and road construction
encourage new and expanding businesses; to promote an
Lower Smith River Treatment Facility Renovation of the Lower Smith River Treatment Facility to $24,000,000
entrepreneurial ecosystem; to ensure a well-educated, highly skilled
workforce; and to provide an all-encompassing infrastructure to
Renovations--Henry County provide service to industries, businesses, and residents
facilitate development including transportation, water and sewer
Revitalization of Uptown Business Construct/retrofit condos/apartments in Uptown $2,000,000
services, utilities, and state-of-the-art telecommunications. We
District—City of Martinsville
advocate regional collaboration to create significant partnerships
building upon regional strengths and opportunities. We treasure our Neighborhood Revitalization Project Housing rehab; creation of community space $1,250,000
natural resources and cultural heritage and welcome a robust West End/Pine Hall Rd Neighbor-
tourism market to share these precious assets. We support vibrant
hood--City of Martinsville
communities, cultural diversity, equitable opportunities for all, and an
enhanced quality of life. We serve to highlight the positive attributes Broadband Expansion Project— Broadband infrastructure to serve Patrick Springs, $1,300,000
of the region, defining our image as an extraordinary place to live,
Phase I—Patrick County Meadows of Dan, and Woolwine
learn, work, play, invest, and do business.
Rich Creek Corporate Park Site Perform all due diligence, site and building design for $300,000
Identified targeted industries in the region include Engineering--Patrick County development of public owned property
healthcare; manufacturing; construction; trans-
portation/logistics/distribution/warehousing; and Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Extension of electric service to the Mega Park through $4,300,000
information technology. Hill--Danville & Pittsylvania County AEP. Relocation of an existing 69kV line on Lot 4 and
grade pad. Conduct a routing analysis, acquire permit and
ROW for new electric service to the park.
Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Natural gas engineering and infrastructure development $6,000,000
This project was supported by a grant from the Hill--Danville & Pittsylvania County
U.S. Economic Development Administration
Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Extend force main, sewer main, and pumping station to $3,500,000
This publication was prepared by the West Piedmont Planning
District Commission, an EDA-designated Economic Development
Hill--Danville & Pittsylvania County serve all lots in the industrial park
District, under the Federal Planning Investment Award
#ED19PHI3020042 from the Economic Development Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Extend water mains and water tanks (3 MG) to serve $8,000,000
Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. The content is that
of the authors and does not necessarily reflect the views of the
Hill--Danville & Pittsylvania County industrial park
Economic Development Administration.
Revitalization of Uptown Business 1/III Incentivize small businesses (interior makeover/elevator) EDA $900,000 $900,000 Positive 80
District--City of Martinsville
Revitalization of Uptown Business 1/II Construct/ retrofit condos/apartments in Uptown EDA $1,000,000 $2,000,000 Positive 15
District--City of Martinsville DHCD $300,000
VHDA $500,000
City $200,000
Neighborhood Revitalization Project 1/IV Housing rehab; creation of community space CDBG $1,000,000 $1,250,000 Positive Indirect
West End/Pine Hall Rd Neighborhood-- Local $250,000
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/II Purchase blighted properties on Starling Avenue and HUD/NSP $700,000 $1,000,000 Positive 20/Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central adaptively reuse HTC $300,000
Business District--City of
Martinsville
Southside Community Park 1/III Upgrade existing four (4) fields to accommodate youth and DCR $200,000 $3,000,000 Positive N/A
Upgrading--City of Martinsville collegiate softball and baseball tournaments. This would include EDA $600,000
new lighting where necessary, upgrade concession stand and ARC $150,000
new sports surfaces. VTC $750,000
Other $1,300,000
Community Development Project - 1/IV Purchase blighted properties, prepare site for development Brownfield $400,000 $825,000 Unknown 100/Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central (Draper - West Church Street) - City of Martinsville EDA $325,000
Business District--City of City $100,000
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/III Rives Road Site Development- full site development EDA $1,400,000 $1,400,000 Positive 400
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central including A & E, site grading
Business District--City of
Martinsville
Community Development Projects-- 1/III Further develop lots- at Clearview Business Park EDA $750,000 $750,000 Positive 200+
City of Martinsville to prepare for companies- Parcels 2 & 4
Community Development Project 1/V Recruit manufacturers of Clean Energy Components to EDA $100,000 $100,000 Positive Indirect
City of Martinsville Martinsville Area and Enterprise Zone
Community Development Project - 1/III Upgrade, widen, and landscape Beaver Street from MAP-21 $800,000 $850,000 Positive Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central Fayette Street to Memorial Blvd - City of Martinsville VHDA $50,000
Business District--City of
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/I Prepare City-owned site at corner of Fayette & Beaver Sts EDA $300,000 $3,500,000 Positive Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central for residential, educational or commercial development - Local $200,000
Business District--City of Martinsville Area and Central Business District CDBG $1,000,000
Martinsville Grants $2,000,000
Community Development Project - 1/II Write arts & cultural plan for Arts & Cultural District NEA $25,000 $82,000 Positive Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central City $25,000
Business District--City of ARC $32,000
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/II Enhance Fayette Area Business District facades/greenscape/ CDBG $1,000,000 $2,045,000 Positive Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central economic revitalization - Fayette Street from Moss Street to Local $1,000,000
Business District--City of Memorial Blvd. Planning stipend for Citizens Design - CIRD CIRD $35,000
Martinsville Match - Ink $10,000
Community Development Project - 1/IV Purchase blighted properties - prepare site for redevelop- Brownfield $900,000 $1,900,000 Unknown 150 - Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central ment (202 Cleveland Avenue) - City of Martinsville EDA $500,000
Business District--City of City $500,000
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/III Work with partners to develop an amphitheater on Depot NEA $50,000 $100,000 Positive 5/Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central Street ARC $50,000
Business District--City of
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/III Acquire and redevelop properties along commercial corridor ARC $250,000 $3,250,000 Positive 50
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central for reuse CDBG $2,000,000
Business District--City of EDA $1,000,000
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/IV Develop new (or redevelop existing) location in Uptown IRF $600,000 $1,100,000 Positive 5/indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central Martinsville to serve as community music venue. ARC $200,000
Business District--City of HTC $300,000
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/III Commonwealth Corridor Enhancement & Pedestrian VDOT $1,000,000 $1,500,000 Positive Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central linkages to Uptown & Fayette Street CDBG $500,000
Business District--City of
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/III Purchase of West Church Street and/or Fayette Street property, IRF $500,000 $1,000,000 Positive 20/Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central complete feasibility study, adaptive reuse CDBG $500,000
Business District--City of
Martinsville
Community Development Project - 1/III Purchase of Main Street property, complete feasibility study, IRF $500,000 $1,000,000 Positive 20/Indirect
CDBG - Martinsville Area & Central adaptive reuse CDBG $500,000
Business District--City of
Martinsville
MINet Fiber Optic Expansion-- 1/III Citywide expansion of MINet Martinsville fiber optic EDA $2,000,000 $20,500,000 NA NA
City of Martinsville system to reach businesses and homes Other $11,000,000
Local $7,500,000
Community Development Project - 1/III Upgrades to the concession, seating, and restroom areas at ARC $200,000 $1,700,000 Positive N/A
Hooker Field Upgrades-- City of Hooker Field - covered seating, ADA compliant restrooms DRC $500,000
Martinsville expanded press box/concession/office space OTHER $1,000,000
Virginia Museum of Natural History-- 1/II Construct Outdoor Education Pavilion in rear of VMNH, to EDA $50,000 $150,000 Positive NA
City of Martinsville include exhibits interpreting eastern North American DCR $50,000
forest ecology Local $50,000
Wilson Park Upgrading-- 1/IV Connection of outdoor education pavilion in rear of VMNH with EDA $600,000 $2,000,000 Positive NA
City of Martinsville a bridge, crossing over Oakdale Avenue, along with a 1,000 ARC $800,000
foot canopy loop into the grand old trees in the park. Other $600,000
Community Parks Upgrading-- 1/IV Upgrade nine (9) existing parks (Baldwin, Beaver Creek, DCR $200,000 $1,500,000 Positive NA
City of Martinsville Jackson Street, West End, J. Russel Mason, Chatham Heights, ARC $200,000
Cole & Carol St, Victor A. Lester, Spruce St.) to improve EDA $300,000
accessibility and safety. This would include new lighting where Local $800,000
necessary, concession stands, age-appropriate playground
equipment and new playing surfaces.
City Council
Agenda Summary
Meeting Date: October 27, 2020
Item No: 7.
Department: Finance
Issue: Hear a summary of the City’s quarterly finance report for the
period ending September 30, 2020.
Summary: FY21 – 09/30/2020 Consolidated Revenue & Expenditure Report
Exclusive of School and Special Revenue Funds, the total of actual revenues
was $13,935,268, which is 5.9% greater than of the amount anticipated through
September 30. Both Local Sales & Use Taxes and Meals taxes collected in the
first quarter were greater than anticipated, by $92,124 and $117,230 respectively.
Both of these taxes are recorded a month in arrears, covering June, July and
August. During June and July, the supplemental unemployment of $600 per
month was in effect, and most likely played a large part in the continued activity in
sales of all types.
Actual expenditures during this time period were $17,650,602, including
encumbrances, was slightly greater than anticipated by $78,476, only .4%.
With regard to Utility Funds, total actual revenues were $8,510,753, greater
than anticipated by $549,365. Total actual expenses, including encumbrances,
were $7,575,302, greater than anticipated by $485,383.
The available cash-on-hand for all City Funds was $14,612,292 an increase of
$2,366,673 over the same time period last year. Needless to say, this was due in
large part to the infusion of CARES Act funds received in June and August.
CARES Act Fund Update
As of the end of September, total funds received were $2,190,576, total funds
expensed were $1,724,100.20, and total funds committed were $295,671.10,
leaving an available balance of $170,804.70. We anticipate expending the
remaining funds by the December 30 deadline.
Attachments:
Revenue-Expense 1st Qtr. FY21; CARES Act Fund Activities
Recommendations: Motion to approve financial report.
City of Martinsville
Consolidated Revenues and Expenditures
FY21 - 9/30/20
Actual Remaining Difference
Budget Anticipated YTD Balance Ant vs. Actual
General Fund
Revenues $ 31,451,205 $ 4,665,144 $ 4,770,901 $ 26,680,304 102.3%
Expenditures 33,057,460 8,998,000 8,591,092 24,466,368 95.5%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ (1,606,255) $ (4,332,856) $ (3,820,191)
(Fund Bal contrib)
Actual Remaining Difference
Budget Anticipated YTD Balance Ant vs. Actual
Capital Funds
Meals Tax
Revenues $ 2,081,930 $ 411,255 $ 528,485 $ 1,553,445 128.5%
Expenditures 2,081,930 649,415 649,415 1,432,515 100.0%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ - $ (238,160) $ (120,930)
(Fund Bal contrib)
Capital Reserve
Revenues $ 500,488 $ 125,129 $ 125,129 $ 375,359 100.0%
Expenditures 501,095 834,793 834,793 (333,698) 100.0%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ (607) $ (709,664) $ (709,664)
TOTAL CAPITAL FUNDS: $ (607) $ (947,824) $ (830,594)
(Fund Bal contrib)
Actual Remaining Difference
Budget Anticipated YTD Balance Ant vs. Actual
Refuse Fund
Revenues $ 2,266,600 $ 430,600 $ 430,863 $ 1,835,737 100.1%
Expenditures 4,328,401 920,930 900,893 3,427,508 97.8%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ (2,061,801) $ (490,330) $ (470,030)
MINet/Fiber Optic Fund
Revenues $ 2,298,152 $ 415,670 $ 446,135 $ 1,852,017 107.3%
Expenditures 2,258,098 469,736 634,947 1,623,151 135.2%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ 40,054 $ (54,066) $ (188,812)
Water Fund
Revenues $ 3,766,165 $ 941,079 $ 950,048 $ 2,816,117 101.0%
Expenditures 4,091,165 567,198 588,859 3,502,306 103.8%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ (325,000) $ 373,881 $ 361,189
Sewer Fund
Revenues $ 4,569,012 $ 1,142,253 $ 1,226,544 $ 3,342,468 107.4%
Expenditures 5,241,248 1,037,576 1,070,469 4,170,779 103.2%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ (672,236) $ 104,677 $ 156,076
Electric Fund
Revenues $ 20,132,524 $ 5,031,786 $ 5,457,162 $ 14,675,362 108.5%
Expenditures 21,150,059 4,094,479 4,380,134 16,769,925 107.0%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ (1,017,535) $ 937,307 $ 1,077,028
GRAND TOTAL - UTILITIES: Budget Anticipated Actual YTD Balance Ant vs. Actual
Total Utility Revenues: $ 33,032,453 $ 7,961,388 $ 8,510,753 $ 24,521,700 106.9%
Total Utility Expenditures: 37,068,971 7,089,919 7,575,302 29,493,669 106.8%
Excess (deficiency) $ (4,036,518) $ 871,469 $ 935,451
Consolidated Revenues and Expenditures
FY21 - 9/30/20
Actual Remaining Difference
Budget YTD Balance Budg vs. Actual
Cafeteria
Revenues $ 1,627,447 $ $ 53,334 $ 1,574,113 3.3%
Expenditures 1,714,660 185,164 1,529,496 10.8%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ (87,213) $ $ (131,830)
(Fund Bal contrib)
School Operations
Revenues $ 22,997,737 $ $ 4,901,842 $ 18,095,895 21.3%
Expenditures 22,997,737 5,219,432 17,778,305 22.7%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ - $ $ (317,590)
Federal Programs
Revenues $ - $ $ 184,226 $ (184,226) #DIV/0!
Expenditures - 444,549 (444,549) #DIV/0!
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ - $ $ (260,323)
TOTAL SCHOOL FUNDS: $ (87,213) $ - $ (709,743)
(fund bal contrib)
Actual Remaining
Budget YTD Balance
Special Revenue Funds
CDBG Fund
Revenues $ 22,666 $ 6,597 $ 16,069 29.1%
Expenditures 1,436 5 1,431 0.3%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ 21,230 $ 6,592
TOTAL SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS: $ 21,230 $ 6,592
Actual Remaining Difference
Budget Anticipated YTD Balance Ant vs. Actual
GRAND TOTALS:
(excluding Schools & Special Revenues)
Revenues: $ 67,066,076 13,162,916 $ 13,935,268 $ 53,130,808 105.9%
Expenditures 72,709,456 17,572,127 17,650,602 55,058,854 100.4%
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ (5,643,380) (4,409,211) $ (3,715,334)
Local Sales/Use Taxes $ 1,800,000 $ 276,120 $ 368,244 $ 1,431,756 133.4%
Meals Taxes $ 1,710,000 411,255 $ 528,485 $ 1,181,515 128.5%
The Budgeted Revenue amounts do not include any contributions from Fund Balance.
CARES Act Fund Activities
(as reported to VA Dept. of Accounts)
Expenditure Categories FY20 FY21 -1st Q FY21 - 2nd Q Total per category
Administrative Expenses 0.00 0.00 0.00
Budgeted Personnel & Services Diverted to a Substantially Different Use 0.00 1,124.11 1,124.11
COVID-19 Testing & Contact Tracing 0.00 0.00 0.00
Economic Support (Other than Small Bus., Housing, & Food Assistance) 0.00 54,000.00 54,000.00
Expenses Associated with the Issuance of Tax Anticipation Notes 0.00 0.00 0.00
Facilitating Distance Learning 0.00 0.00 0.00
Food Programs 0.00 0.00 0.00
Housing Support 15,000.00 185,000.00 200,000.00
Improve Telework Capabilities of Public Employees 51,082.23 174,636.44 225,718.67
Medical Expenses 0.00 0.00 0.00
Nursing Home Assistances 0.00 0.00 0.00
Payroll - Public Health & Safety Employees 138,339.60 474,145.46 612,485.06
Personal Protective Equipment 9,539.34 7,456.79 16,996.13
Public Health Expenses 52,216.91 118,984.57 171,201.48
Small Business Assistance 117,498.53 321,493.22 438,991.75
Unemployment Benefits 3,583.00 0.00 3,583.00
Workers' Compensation 0.00 0.00
Other (item not listed) 0.00 0.00
Total Expenditures: 387,259.61 1,336,840.59 0.00 1,724,100.20
Encumbered/Estimated/Pledged: 295,671.10 295,671.10
Total Expensed & Committed: 2,019,771.30
Revenues Received: 1,095,288.00 1,095,288.00 2,190,576.00
Remaining Balance: 170,804.70
Updated:10/21/20
City Council
Agenda Summary
Meeting Date: October 27, 2020
Item No: 8.
Department: Finance
Issue: Consent Agenda
Summary:
ITEM #1:
The attachment amends the FY21 budget with appropriations in the following
funds:
FY21
General Fund: $ 36,684 – Recovered Cost, Sale of Surplus
School Operations: $ 135,030 – Donations/Contributions/Gifts
Attachments:
Consent Agenda 10-27-20
Recommendations: Approve
BUDGET ADDITIONS FOR 10/27/20
ORG OBJECT DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT
BUDGET ADDITIONS
FY2021
General Fund:
01100909 490104 Advance/Recovered Costs 10,020
01321102 505240 Fire Dept. - Radio Maintenance 10,020
Insurance Payment-storm damage
01100905 450209 Revenue from Use of Property - Sale of Surplus 26,664
01413149 506008 Street Construction - Vehicle Equip. & Maint. 26,664
GovDeals sales of vehicles
Total General Fund: 36,684 36,684
School Operating Fund:
18103919 489904 Donations/Contrib/Gifts 135,030
81621310 561120 Instructional S & W 9,705
81621310 561520 Substitute S & W 718
81621310 563000 Purchased Services 25,038
81621310 563142 Professional Development 12,422
81621313 566013 Instructional Materials 33,135
81631310 561120 Instructional S & W 6,470
81631310 561520 Substitute S & W 479
81631310 563000 Purchased Services 16,692
81631310 563142 Professional Development 8,281
81631310 566013 Instructional Materials 22,090
Total School Operating Fund: 135,030 135,030
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