Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Lorie Bess’s organization
Jun 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority Minutes
The board meeting included a public hearing and subsequent adoption of the FY2026-2027 fee schedule. Key agenda items included the approval of a revised residential disposal policy that updates rules for 1-ton and dually trucks, the ratification of one-time bonuses for employees, and the authorization of a professional services amendment for the development of Cells VIII and IX at the Smith Gap Landfill. Additionally, the board approved an interim memorandum of understanding for household hazardous waste services and adopted a new surplus property disposal policy. The board also reviewed financial reports and waste tonnage statistics.
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The board discussed the proposed FY 2026-2027 Annual Operating and Reserves Budget, including rate adjustments for waste disposal fees. A resolution was introduced to set a public hearing regarding revised waste disposal fees and charges. Additionally, the board reviewed a draft Surplus Personal Property Disposal Policy and received updates on the Joint Permit Application for the Smith Gap Regional Landfill expansion. Financial and operational reports were provided, and the board engaged in discussions regarding credit card transaction fee policies and the Host Community Fund.
Dec 3, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority Agenda
The agenda includes action items such as adopting revised Authority By-laws, adopting a revised Employee Handbook, and adopting the Authority's regular meeting schedule for CY 2026. Also, considering a new RVRA brand logo and adopting the RVRA brand guide. Information items include discussing the federal Hazard Mitigation Plan 2025 Update. The consent agenda includes the minutes of October 22, 2025. Reports include financials, waste tonnage, trailer, residential waste, wood waste, recycling, household hazardous waste, and project status.
Oct 22, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Roanoke Valley Resource Authority Agenda
The meeting included discussion and action on several key items. The RVRA Waste and Leachate Hauling Contract Award was a key agenda item, involving the review of proposals and the selection of the highest and best offeror. The presentation of the Year End Audit Results for June 30, 2025, highlighted the financial performance of the RVRA, including revenues, expenditures, and net transfers. Also, there were reports on waste tonnage, trailer usage, residential waste, wood waste, recycling, and household hazardous waste.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
