Roanoke city leaders presented a proposed budget for the next fiscal year that would keep spending balanced, but it would freeze dozens of vacant jobs and leave other positions unfunded.
Roanoke City Council and School Board held a joint meeting Monday afternoon to talk through where the school system stands, and budget pressure.
10 News Community Journalist Jason Freund sat down with Councilman Nash to hear his thoughts on the future of the Berglund Center and the focus group he is leading regarding a proposed entertainment district.
The City and the Berglund Management Group, Inc. came to an agreement to keep the former Roanoke Civic Center as the Berglund Center for the next year.
The Roanoke City Council voted to begin a formal review of three major issues: the 2024 neighborhood zoning amendment, the vape ordinance, and the Evans Spring plan.
Roanoke homeowners say they have been left in limbo for nearly two years over a zoning change that could reshape their neighborhoods.
Roanoke City Council announced Tuesday that it had named Dr. Robert Brown as the 2025 Citizen of the Year, recognizing his exemplary service in emergency medicine, unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of Roanoke residents and extraordinary devotion to the city’s underserved communities.
Back in October, Roanoke City announced their intention to bring an entertainment center to Roanoke. This included a potential casino in the Berglund Center. Ever since then, many locals have been speaking out about the casino, including at city council meetings.
Roanoke City Council approved four new full-time positions targeting transportation, tourism, sustainability, and grant management. They come with a price of more than $500,000 or half a million added to the city budget.
Roanoke City Public Schools officials are grappling with overcrowding and seeking long-term solutions as student populations continue to rise, particularly among younger age groups.
Melrose Plaza will be adding a new wellness center, adult learning center and a museum of African American culture. Meanwhile, Roanoke Police Department gave updates on the Roanoke Operations and Crime Control Center that moved into their 911 center in early July.
Roanoke City Council is considering a significant annual operational fee for specialty tobacco and vape shops, a move Councilman Phazon Nash says is aimed at promoting public health and business diversity in the Star City.
Monday’s City Council meeting saw the Roanoke City Council make a move towards clearing up those city maintenance issues, passing a Line of Credit Bond Anticipation Note - or LOCBAN for short - worth $25 million.
Budget ordinances occur regularly as adjustments are necessary. Taxes and other revenue sources get tweaked so that City Council can have the right amount of cap space in the budget.
Budget ordinances occur regularly as adjustments are necessary. Taxes and other revenue sources get tweaked so that City Council can have the right amount of cap space in the budget.
A new meals tax hike is leaving a bad taste in the mouths of Roanoke restaurant owners. This week, the City Council approved an increase in the meals tax from 5.5% to 6.5%. Now, some local business owners say the city is taking too big of a bite out of their profits.
Roanoke City Council is voting today on its proposed budget of more than $403 million in general funds that could impact schools, public safety, and the meals tax.
Roanoke City schools are facing a $9 million budget shortfall, prompting concerns from officials and parents about the impact on education funding and city operations.
The “Gateway Project” - a project that is designed to tackle Roanoke’s affordable housing issues - will be presented to the Roanoke City Council today for a public hearing.
On March. 19 we reported that the Roanoke City Council voted to amend a controversial zoning ordinance. The plan would put an end to single-family-only neighborhoods.
Council members heard the proposal to address overcrowding during a joint meeting with the Roanoke City School Board. Leaders will spend the next few months studying the issue further.
The changes were previously approved by city council in March, then repealed after a lawsuit was filed by homeowners.
Roanoke City Council has approved the addition of a bus shelter for one of the city's busiest and most neglected bus stops, though advocates say further improvements are needed.
The Greater Williamson Road Business Association presented their 'State of the Road' to council Monday, looking ahead to several grant applications.
While there is no finalized development in place, consultants are starting to get a better idea of what could go in the 150 acres of developable land.
Roanoke City council has talked about expanding the youth curfew for months, and reexamined it during Monday's meeting.
Roanoke's budget has set aside a historical amount of funds for Roanoke City Schools.
Roanoke City Council unanimously approved a resolution to support federal legislation to change the name of the Richard H. Poff Federal Building to the Reuben E. Lawson building.
Democrat Luke Priddy and Republican Peg McGuire are facing off for the unexpired term of former Roanoke City Council member, Robert Jeffery Jr.
Three of the nine candidates running for Roanoke City Council include Independents David Bowers, Preston Tyler and Jamaal Jackson.
