January 10, 2016
J. Reuben Daniel City Hall & Police Station: 1040 Roanoke Avenue 533-2800
CALENDAR OF MEETINGS
(All City meetings are open to the public):
Senior Center Advisory Committee
Monday, January 11, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. at Jo Story Senior Center
Beautification Committee
Monday, January 11, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following:
Cultural Resources Leader (Roanoke Canal Museum Trail)
An employee in this position is responsible for directing the full operation of the Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail. Experience in operations and programming, public relations and historical interpretation is preferred. Prefer degree in Museum History or Parks and Recreation, or an combination of education and experience. Minimum of 1-3 years administrative experience preferred; with budgeting, public relations, grant writing and programming experience. Must have experience in working with volunteers and community groups. Must have customer service skills in dealing with staff and community administering and supervising. Excellent benefit package. Position is open until filled.
Sanitation Worker
An employee in this position performs work as a member of a crew led by a Sanitation Equipment Operator in loading and unloading refuse over an established route. Applicant must hold a valid NC Driver’s License. Position is open until filled.
Part-Time Public Works Worker
An employee in this position performs skilled technical and trades work in the maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment. Job duties include but are not limited to grass cutting, leaf collection, street sign maintenance, and other duties necessary in the Public Works Department. Position is open until filled.
Firefighter Applicant Pool
Applications are being accepted to establish an eligibility list (Applicant Pool) from which periodic selections will be made as positions become available.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma (GED)
Preferred NC Firefighter II
Must be able to obtain a North Carolina or Virginia Class B Driver’s License within 90 days of employment
Must have WorkKeys Silver Certificate (or higher) [Contact Ellen Grant at Halifax Community College for more information (252) 536-6393]
Must be of good character, be in good physical condition and pass a drug test
Previous applicants should contact Kathy Kearney, Human Resources Manager at (252) 533-2845 to update your application information.
Complete application packets must be submitted to the Human Resources Manager no later than Friday, January 29, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.
Applications may be obtained at www.roanokerapidsnc.com – City Departments – Human Resources or you may contact Kathy A. Kearney, Human Resources Manager, at City Hall located at 1040 Roanoke Avenue – Phone (252) 533-2845 or Fax (252) 537-2097.
The City of Roanoke Rapids is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
NOTICE OF CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
Roanoke Rapids City Council
Notice is hereby given that the Roanoke Rapids City Council at a meeting held on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 voted to continue the public hearing concerning the following item until the Tuesday, January 19, 2016 meeting at 5:15 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall at 700 Jackson Street,. Roanoke Rapids, NC:
1. A rezoning request from Gil Cunningham (applicant and representative of owner of property Carolina Dirt, LLC) to rezone 83.2773+/- acres of property at 395 Wallace Fork Road from B-4 Commercial District-Entertainment Overlay District to I-2 Industrial District. The undeveloped property is located between Wallace Fork Road and Aurelian Springs Road and has been previously used as an outdoor amphitheater/concert venue. Industrial districts are established to accommodate manufacturing, processing, creating, repairing, renovating, painting, cleaning or assembling of goods, merchandise and equipment. As a result of public input, a less intense district may be considered. The City Council may make a final decision on or soon after January 19, 2016 public hearing. Any resident or property owner in the City’s planning jurisdiction may submit written statements concerning this matter. Please include your name and address on all written statements and submit to City Clerk Lisa Vincent at least two (2) business days prior to the City Council meeting deadline of 5:00 p.m., Thursday, January 14. After this deadline, citizens are encouraged to attend the public hearing to present comments.
Related information is available for public inspection in the Planning & Development Office at the J. Reuben Daniel City Hall, 1040 Roanoke Avenue. Any persons, firms, organizations or corporations interested in this matter are urged to attend the meeting
The City of Roanoke Rapids will provide reasonable accommodations and services for any qualified disabled person interested in attending the meeting. To request the above, you may call the City Clerk’s Office at (252) 533-2840 no later than three (3) days prior to the date of the meeting.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
Roanoke Rapids Area Planning Board
Notice is hereby given that the Roanoke Rapids Area Planning Board will a public meeting on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall at 700 Jackson Street to hear the following items:
Consideration of Adoption of Rules of Procedure of the Roanoke Rapids Area Planning Board. In accordance with Land Use Ordinance Section 151-25, the Planning Board may develop rules and regulations governing its procedures and operations not inconsistent with the Land Use Ordinance. These rules and regulations shall be subject to review and approval by the Council, and upon approval, shall become effective for the Planning Board.
Discussion of duties and priorities for 2016 such as plans, goals, objectives relating to the growth, development and redevelopment of the City and the surrounding extraterritorial planning area as well as zoning map and ordinance changes.
Related information is available for public inspection in the Planning & Development Office at the J. Reuben Daniel City Hall, 1040 Roanoke Avenue. Any persons, firms, organizations or corporations interested in these matters are urged to attend the meeting.
The City of Roanoke Rapids will provide reasonable accommodations and services for any qualified disabled person interested in attending the meeting. To request the above, you may call the Planning & Development Office at (252) 533-2844 no later than three (3) days prior to the date of the meeting.
BRIEFS
COMMITTEE VACANCIES: Contact Lisa Vincent, City Clerk, at 533-2840 for committee information.
Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
Senior Center Advisory Committee
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (City & ETJ)
ROANOKE RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Emery G. Doughtie
Mayor Pro Tem Carl Ferebee
Council Members: Ernest C. Bobbitt, Suetta S. Scarbrough, Carol H. Cowen, Wayne Smith
Joseph Scherer, City Manager
Gilbert Chichester, City Attorney
Lisa B. Vincent, City Clerk
Kathy Kearney, Deputy City Clerk