Proposed Capital Improvement Program, FY 24-28

Capital Improvement Program in Montgomery County

The County's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is a five-year plan that prioritizes and provides a funding mechanism for large-scale capital infrastructure improvements in the County. These improvements include significant upgrades to existing infrastructure and facilities and/or the addition of new infrastructure and facilities. In order to qualify as a capital improvement, a project must have a useful life of five years or more and cost at least $50,000. Montgomery County's CIP is an integral part of the County's overall budget.

The CIP process begins each summer when departments are asked to update current capital projects and identify potential capital project needs. Department submissions are collaboratively evaluated and prioritized by a Technical Review Committee which includes staff from Finance, General Services, Information Technology, Public Safety, Planning, Management and Budget, County Administration, and the Schools. Funding requests are evaluated and prioritized using criteria that include the County’s goals and need, public health and safety concerns, projects already underway, percent of the population served, potential funding, and mandated improvements to County infrastructure. Projects are selected for inclusion in the CIP based on the prioritization and the available funding.

The CIP is then presented to the County Board of Supervisors (BOS) for consideration. During the winter of each year, work sessions and public hearings are held with the Planning Commission and the BOS as part of the annual budget process. In late April, the BOS considers and adopts a capital budget for the upcoming fiscal year and a capital plan for five fiscal years.

Financing of capital projects

There are two primary methods of financing the construction costs for capital improvements:

(1) Debt financing – Under debt financing, the locality sells municipal bonds to finance the debt. The type of bonds sold can be General Obligation Bonds which are backed by the full faith and taxing authority of the government or Revenue Bonds which are supported by a revenue source from a specific project.

(2) Cash-to-capital financing – Under cash-to-capital financing the locality uses direct cash contributions for capital projects. Cash-to-capital contributions are one-time funds that are used directly for construction.

In addition to construction costs, the County must also pay for the operating costs of new capital projects. Operating costs include debt service costs, facility maintenance costs, and program costs. Operating costs vary depending on the type of facility and/or infrastructure constructed. These costs are included in the County's operating budget.

Decisions concerning the type of financing are made based on the costs of the project, current and future debt obligations, yearly operating costs and the County's General Fund Balance. On the next two pages is a listing of the County's Capital Improvement and Debt Policies.

Capital improvement budget policies

1. The County will consider all capital improvements in accordance with an adopted capital improvement program.

2. The County will develop a five-year plan for capital improvements and update each annually.

3. The County will enact an annual capital budget based on the five-year capital improvement plan. Future capital expenditures necessitated by changes in population, changes in real estate development, or changes in economic base will be calculated and included in capital budget projections.

4. The County will coordinate development of the capital improvement budget with development of the operating budget. Future operating costs associated with new capital improvements will be projected and included in operating budget forecasts.

5. The County will use intergovernmental assistance to finance only those capital improvements that are consistent with the capital improvement plan and County priorities, and whose operating and maintenance costs have been included in operating budget forecasts.

6. The County will maintain all its assets at a level adequate to protect the County’s capital investment and to minimize future maintenance and replacement costs.

7. The County will project its equipment replacement and maintenance needs for the next several years and will update this projection each year. From this projection a maintenance and replacement schedule will be developed and followed.

8. The County will identify the estimated costs and potential funding sources for each capital project proposal before it is submitted for approval.

9. The County will attempt to determine the least costly financing method for all new projects.

Debt policies

1. The County will confine long-term borrowing to capital improvement or projects that cannot be financed from current revenues except where approved justification is provided.

2. When the County finances capital improvements or other projects by issuing bonds or entering into capital leases, it will repay the debt within a period not to exceed the expected useful life of the project.

3. Net debt as a percentage of estimated market value of taxable property should strive to be below 3.0% but not exceed 4.0%.

4. The ratio of debt service expenditures as a percent of governmental fund expenditures (General Fund plus School Operating Fund expenditures less the General Fund transfer to the School Operating Fund) should strive to be below 10% but not exceed 12%.

5. The County will review the 10-year tax supported debt and lease payout ratio on an annual basis, and intends to maintain the ratio at 60% over a five-year period, with the ratio being no less than 55% in any one year during the period.

6. The County recognizes the importance of underlying and overlapping debt in analyzing financial condition. The County will regularly analyze total indebtedness including underlying and overlapping debt.

7. Where feasible, the County will explore the usage of special assessment, revenue, or other self-supporting bonds instead of general obligation bonds.

8. The County will retire tax anticipation debt, if any, annually and will retire bond anticipation debt within six months after completion of the project.

9. On all General Fund support, debt-financed projects, the County will attempt to make a down payment of at least 5% of total project costs in the aggregate from current resources. The long-term goal is to annually designate a portion of General Fund cash for one-time capital projects.

Completed Capital Improvement Projects

The following projects included in the FY 2023 – 2027 CIP are scheduled to be completed (or substantially complete) in FY 2023.

• Consolidated Garage/Maintenance Facility

Significant Projects Funded in the FY 2024 – 2028 CIP

• Cinnabar Green Space and Storage

• Magistrate & Court Services Facility with Sally Port

• Eastern Montgomery EMS Facility

• Auburn Park

• Creed Fields Lighting

• Falling Branch Corporate Park – Phase II

• Blacksburg Library Outdoor Improvements

• Christiansburg Library Renovations

• Government Center Improvements

• Fire and Rescue Capital Equipment

Summary of Funded Capital Improvement Projects

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Government Center Improvements

Total Project Cost: $2.5M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This ongoing project consists of improvements to the government center to optimize the use of available space for new offices. This improvement will provide increased collaboration in the administration suite and enhance safety for frontline staff with a consistent customer service experience for citizens throughout the facility. The purpose of the various aspects of this project will address the following:

• Remodeling the customer counter in the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office to provide safety improvements for staff and create a service area for technicians to interact with citizens at a work station level.

• Construction of new offices in the administration suite to create additional office space to address growth within the organization.

• Construction of a customer counter in Planning & GIS to provide safety for staff and create an area to serve citizens similar to others areas in the facility.

• Changes to the customer counter in Building Inspections to accommodate safety for staff and maximize the use of space at the work station behind the customer counter.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Lease Revenue Bonds – $1.0M

• Cash-to-Capital - $1.5M

PROJECT MILESTONES

• Commissioner of the Revenue customer counter remodel was completed in September 2022 (FY 23).

• New offices in the administration suite will be completed in April 2023 (FY 23).

• Planning & GIS customer counter improvements are planned for Summer 2023 (FY 24)

• Building Inspections customer counter improvements are planned for Summer 2023 (FY 24).

Consolidated Garage and Maintenance Facility

Total Project Cost: $4.1M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The scope of this project includes relocating the County's garage and maintenance facilities to a new facility located on 5.6 acres behind the County Government Center at the end of Reading Road in Christiansburg.

The total square footage of the proposed facility is 12,368 square feet and will consist of the following features:

• Fleet maintenance (garage) will consist of four drive through bays. One bay will be specifically designed and designated for state inspection of County vehicles. Other bays will accommodate various vehicle lifts for more in depth maintenance. The garage will also have a designated large tool area, secure storage areas for small and large parts, and rooms for workstations for the mechanics.

• Building and grounds shop will consist of two bays and a separate wash bay, a secured storage area for various hand tools and storage of large bulky items frequently used in repair activities and rooms for workstations.

• Lawns and landscaping shop will consist of a single bay for maintenance of mowers and storage of large tools. A room with a workstation will also be provided.

• Solid waste collections will be provided a storage area for small tools and supplies.

• Parks and Recreation shop will consist of a single bay for maintenance of small equipment and storage of tools. A room with a workstation will also be provided.

• Common areas in the facility will include restrooms, break room, small conference room, and a room for a workstation for use by field staff.

• An equipment shed for the various users will accommodate various trucks, mowers, small equipment for storage out of the weather.

• A separate salt storage facility will also be constructed.

• Parking areas will consist of a gravel surface and will accommodate both employee parking and County vehicle parking. An above-ground stormwater basin will provide water quantity management for the entire site.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital - $4.1M

• Annual operating costs will be funded by the general fund.

PROJECT MILESTONES

• Design began in April 2020 (FY 20)

• Contract was awarded in December 2020 (FY 21)

• Construction began in February 2021 (FY 21)

• Construction was completed in December 2022 (FY 23)

• All staff relocated to the new facility in January 2023 (FY 23)

• Final billing and project closeout in Summer 2023 (FY 24)

PROPOSED FY 2024 - 2028 Capital Improvement Program

Cinnabar Green Space and Storage

Total Project Cost: $2.4M

Project Status:

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project consists of the demolition of the old garage facility. The demolition of the old buildings and surrounding outbuildings will open up a new green space and create an opportunity for both Parks and Recreation and the Animal Care and Adoption Center to improve their infrastructure and better serve citizens and visitors. The project includes a large greenspace area, a Parks and Recreation storage building on one end of the property and a small shed and fenced area for housing livestock and poultry picked up by animal control.

• Parks and Recreation storage building: This building would house a majority of the parks and recreation outdoor equipment and gear. Necessary features would include a concrete pad, roll up bay doors, and temperature control. The building would be constructed in a matching style to other Mid-county Park structures. This building would also include a small parking area.

• ACAC livestock area: This area would house livestock and poultry picked up by animal control. Necessary features would include a small barn with a run-in shed, small storage area, running water, and a small fenced in area.

• Greenspace area: To create an open green area, the rest of the open area would be seeded with grass, and planted with trees. New trail heads would be added for ACAC volunteers.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Lease Revenue Bonds – $2.4M

• Annual maintenance costs will be supported by the general fund.

PROJECT MILESTONES

• Building demolition is scheduled for Spring 2023 (FY 23).

• Development of site concept and design and construction plans and bid documents will be complete in FY 24

• Construction scheduled to start in FY25 and complete in FY 26.

PROPOSED FY 2024 - 2028 Capital Improvement Program

Magistrate and Court Services Facility with Sally Port

Total Project Cost: $5.8M

Project Status:

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project will provide a new facility for the Magistrate’s Office and Court Services. A thorough programmatic study was performed in the Fall of 2022 (FY 23) to determine space and operational requirements for both functions. The result of the study showed that new space is warranted to safely and efficiently operate the necessary services provided by the Magistrate and Court Services. Utilization of the area between the Jail and First Street would also offer an opportunity to position the Magistrate function adjacent to the jail.

The proposed building would be a single-story structure providing offices, customer service areas, and conference rooms designed to accommodate growth and meet all ADA accessibility requirements. This project also increases the safety for officers transporting prisoners to the jail as well as the community by the addition of a functional, enclosed sally port The sally port will be fenced with a roof and roll up style doors, but will not be conditioned space.

The former Sheriff’s Office will be demolished, and along with the former Phlegar building area will become a new parking area that will more closely serve employees reporting to and the citizens visiting the Public Safety building.

FINANCIAL IMPACT

• The relocation of the Magistrate’s Office would save over $80,000 per year in rent.

• The sale of the building housing the Court Services unit would generate proceeds from its sale, and the property would become taxable.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Lease Revenue Bonds – $0.1M

PROJECT MILESTONES

PROPOSED FY 2024 - 2028 Capital Improvement Program

Eastern Montgomery EMS Facility

Total Project Cost: $4.7M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project will provide the construction of a new facility for Montgomery County Fire and EMS at Oldtown Fields.

The proposed facility will consist of the following features:

• Apparatus Bays will consist of four pull through bays housing one (1) ambulance, one (1) response vehicle, two (2) fire trucks, and the radio cache vehicle.

• Living quarters will consist of four (4) individual bunk rooms, a common lounge area, bathrooms with showers and a laundry room.

• Fitness facilities will consist of a physical fitness room.

• Kitchen/dining area will consist of an industrial kitchen with commercial grade appliances and a dining area capable of accommodating up to eight (8) people.

• Medical supply storage area will consist of a secure room that is compliant with Virginia Board of Pharmacy regulations, allowing storage of all medical supplies and drugs needed to function as an EMS agency.

• Work areas will consist of one (1) private office and one (1) larger common work area to allow for staff to complete administrative duties and medical paperwork.

• Miscellaneous storage room to store all other large equipment and personal equipment.

• Decontamination room to store cleaning supplies and serve as a designated space for decontamination of equipment.

• Station alerting system will notify staff of incoming calls for service, including special lighting, speakers, and monitors throughout the facility.

FUNDING SOURCES

• ARPA – $4.7M

• Annual maintenance costs will be supported by the general fund.

PROJECT MILESTONES

• Begin design in Spring 2023 (FY 23)

• Advertise for construction in early calendar year 2024 (FY 24)

• Break ground and begin construction in Spring 2024 (FY 24)

• Substantial completion in early calendar year 2026 (FY 26)

PROPOSED FY 2024 - 2028 Capital Improvement Program

Jail Renovation

Total Project Cost: $1.2M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project includes renovating the dorm rooms in the Jail, upgrading HVAC systems, replacing boilers, repairing roof drainage systems, and improving the docket area used for booking inmates by constructing work stations and replacing flooring throughout multiple areas on the first floor.

Work began at the Jail in the Fall of 2019 and is currently ongoing. Various improvements throughout the facility have been performed by both design-bid-build contracting and existing cooperative contracts.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital - $0.9M

• Grant Funds - $0.3M

PROJECT MILESTONES

• Construction upgrades began in FY 20.

• Construction is scheduled to be completed in FY 24.

Fire and Rescue Capital Equipment

Total Project Cost: $8.8M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Purchase of new and/or replacement equipment for the nine (9) volunteer fire and rescue agencies throughout the county. One and a half (1.5) cents of the real estate tax is earmarked for fire and rescue capital needs.

Each year, equipment is purchased or replaced based on the needs of each agency. The Fire and Rescue CIP Committee recommends equipment purchases, which is then approved by the Fire Rescue Commission and then approved by the Board of Supervisors. Fire and Rescue CIP Committee guidelines for vehicle replacement are:

• Ambulance: $325,000 – replaced at 10 years/100,000 miles

• Brush Truck: $125,000 – replaced at 15 years

• Mini Pumper: $175,000 – replaced at 15 years

• Engine/Tanker: $725,000 – replaced at 20 years

• Response Vehicles: $60,000 – replaced at 7 years/60,000 miles

• Squads/Crash Trucks: $650,000 – replaced at 20 years

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital - $8.8M

PROJECT MILESTONES

The following equipment was purchased in FY 2022:

• Equipment and Upfitting for Elliston Fire Department trucks,

• Two Fire Trucks/Attack Vehicles for Riner Fire Department, and

• Ambulance purchase for Riner Rescue Squad.

Creed Fields Park

Total Project Cost: $3.8M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Creed Fields Park is approximately 15 acres located in Elliston. This park will have many features including:

• Three Baseball/ Softball Fields

• One Multi-Purpose Field

• Lighting for Fields

• Restroom Facility – water, sewer, and power

• Parking lot – 200 spaces with lighting

• Picnic Shelter

• Playground

• Extensive Walking Trails

FUNDING SOURCES

• Lease Revenue Bonds – $0.4M

• Cash-to-Capital - $3.2M

• ARPA - $0.2M

PROJECT MILESTONES

• Park construction was completed Spring 2022 (FY 22)

• Lighting construction to begin Spring 2023 (FY 23)

• Substantial completion of lighting by Fall 2023 (FY 24)

Creed Fields Park

Auburn Park

Total Project Cost: $10.2M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The future Auburn Park is approximately 35 acres located off Route 8 in the Riner area. This park will have many features including:

• Four Baseball/ Softball Fields

• Two Multi-Purpose Fields

• Lighting for Fields

• Restroom Facility – water, sewer, and power

• Parking lot – 340 spaces with lighting

• Picnic Shelter

• Playground

• Extensive Walking Trails

FUNDING SOURCES

• Lease Revenue Bonds – $6.1M

• Cash-to-Capital - $4.1M

• Annual maintenance costs will be supported by the general fund.

PROJECT MILESTONES

• Grading was completed in FY 23.

• Construction is scheduled for completion in FY 24.

PROPOSED FY 2024 - 2028 Capital Improvement Program

Parks Revitalization

Total Project Cost: $2.1M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Parks Revitalization program addresses larger scale component replacement or repairs (i.e., HVAC, pool motors/equipment, playground equipment replacement, etc.) that cannot be accomplished with existing operating budget resources. The program invests in existing capital assets to extend the life of parks and related facilities and better serve the community. Annually, $425,000 is earmarked for Parks and Recreation capital projects.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital - $2.1M

Valley to Valley Trail

Total Project Cost: $0.8M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project includes funding to support future construction of a multi-jurisdictional trail system. The trail will interconnect existing trails to create a long-distance network through Southwest Virginia connecting the Roanoke River Greenway to the New River Trail along with other recreational facilities in the region such as the Huckleberry Trail in Christiansburg.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital - $0 8M

Blacksburg Library Outdoor Improvements

Total Project Cost: $0.4M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Blacksburg Library Outdoor Service Area project will improve outdoor space between Draper Road and the existing facility providing an area for storytime and other outdoor programs. This project consists of:

• Grading of the area

• A new perimeter wall with aluminum fence with storytelling features and signage, including two gates

• Accessible ramps and reconfigured fire escape pathway to Miller Street

• Amphitheater space including cast-in-place backdrop; stage area concrete pad; in-ground walls that are also seating; and supporting electrical.

• Enhanced patio seating area including a new slab; built-in benches; steel structure; wood trellis; and supporting electrical and plumbing.

• Seating and tables for the patio area

FUNDING SOURCES

• ARPA – $0.4M

PROJECT MILESTONES

• Design phase in May 2023 (FY 23) – September 2023 (FY 24)

• Advertising for Bids in October 2023 (FY 24)

• Construction completion is expected in April 2024 (FY 24)

Christiansburg Library Renovations

Total Project Cost: $9.5M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The renovation and expansion of Christiansburg Library will increase square footage from 15,100 to 31,954 and provide a modern, flexible platform for library service to residents of Christiansburg and the surrounding communities. The current 37-year-old facility is no longer adequate and its systems are dated and frequently fail. The new Christiansburg Library will provide a durable, modern building which will be a community resource and an anchor for activity, education, and culture in the downtown Christiansburg area.

Christiansburg Library serves as the primary library for Christiansburg as well as the Riner and Pilot communities. The service area population of Christiansburg is 37,424 (Census 2020).

Christiansburg Library also houses Montgomery Floyd Regional Library’s administrative and technical services operations. From 2015 – 2019, Christiansburg served an average of 124,905 visitors annually with 201,721 items loaned.

A renovated facility will accommodate growth in demand and population, emerging library services such as maker and robotics labs, children’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) area, media lab, a computer classroom, and RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) materials management; it would also meet patron’s current expectations for public internet access, study spaces, community meeting spaces, teen services, children’s programming, excellent library collections, and high-quality in person service.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital – $9.5M

• Annual maintenance costs will be supported by the general fund.

PROPOSED FY 2024 - 2028 Capital Improvement Program

Falling Branch Corporate Park Phase II

Total Project Cost: $8.0M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Falling Branch Corporate Park (FBCP) Phase II includes 100 acres of developable property. FBCP Phase II Parcel 1, 41 acres, was purchased and a 251,000 square foot Federal Express distribution center was constructed. The center is valued at over $20M in new assessed value. FBCP Phase II Site 2 consists of a 35-acre site that can be graded into a 20-acre pad and a stormwater pond providing space for a 300,000 square foot building. This project will include development of Site 2 including grading; road construction; and providing electric, water and sewer utilities to the site.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital – $8.0M

• Annual maintenance costs will be supported by the general fund.

PROJECT MILESTONES

• Engineering and project bid in FY 23

• Begin construction on road, water and sewer extensions, stormwater and pads in FY 24

• Construction completion in FY 25

IT Infrastructure Improvements

Total Project Cost: $1.1M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Technology Infrastructure upgrades are necessary to support IT Operations for the entire County. Major applications should be replaced or upgraded periodically and the County’s websites and social media presence requires constant upgrading to stay current and meet citizen demand. Future projects include cloud initiatives such as offsite disaster recovery adaptation of current technology trends through the use of cloud services. Upgrades are planned for cybersecurity, networking, servers and data storage to accommodate the County’s technology growth.

The IT Infrastructure projects fall within five general areas:

1. Applications

2. Cloud Migration

3. Cybersecurity

4. Infrastructure & Operations

5. Website & Citizen Services

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital - $1.1M

County Capital Maintenance

Total Project Cost: $3.75M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The County’s Capital Maintenance program is a proactive program of preventative maintenance designed to address major repairs and/or replace large scale components that cannot be addressed within the County’s centralized maintenance program contained within the County’s operating budget. The purpose of this program is to invest in existing capital assets to maintain the County’s building and structures and to extend their useful life.

The County maintains 42 facilities ranging from the higher profile buildings such as the Courthouse to the more rural facilities such as the consolidated sites. All of these structures combine for a total of 564,750 square feet and have an approximate replacement value of over $142M. Many of the facilities are 20+ years old and require ongoing maintenance. The County also maintains eight park sites encompassing approximately 195 acres. General Services ensures that County facilities are in good condition for community use and enhances the useful lives to maximize taxpayer investment.

Large-scale facility maintenance projects include:

• Replace heating, A/C, and water pump equipment.

• Resurface parking lots and sidewalks.

• Maintain buildings and structures (e.g., roofing, electrical, plumbing, exterior, backup generators, and security features).

• Maintain hardscaping (e.g., correcting erosion issues).

SERVICE IMPACT

• Extending facility usefulness – Projects will complete maintenance on large-scale components with the goal of extending the life of County facilities.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital - $3.75M

Future County Capital

Total Project Cost: $0.03M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Future County Capital program was established in FY 20. One (1.0) cent of the real estate tax rate was earmarked for future County capital needs. This was reduced to a half (0.5) cent for FY 24. The Future County Capital program was established to accumulate funds to finance all or part of future significant capital projects related to construction, reconstruction or acquisition of property. The use of these funds is determined on a project-by-project basis. Currently, $100,000 of this amount is earmarked annually for the Valley to Valley Trail project.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital - $0.03M

Future School Capital

Total Project Cost: $11.8M

Project Status: Continuing

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Future School Capital program funds are earmarked to be used by Montgomery County Public Schools in the future for new school capital projects. Two and half (2.5) cents of the real estate tax rate was previously earmarked for future school capital needs and was reduced to two (2.0) cents for FY 24. These funds are held in a special Capital Fund account separate from the School Operating Fund and may be used only with future Board of Supervisors approval.

FUNDING SOURCES

• Cash-to-Capital – $11.8M

FY 2024 – 2028 Capital Improvement Program / Comprehensive Plan Alignment

SFY 1.3 Future Capital Facilities: Use the response performance goals, the future land use policies/map from the Comprehensive Plan, projections for future traffic and road improvements from the MPO, and other pertinent data to develop a plan to locate and fund future law enforcement and emergency services facilities that are necessitated by a growing County population.

SFY 1.3.3. Animal Shelter: Provide adequate, humane animal control services and facilities.

PRC 1.2.1 Sports Needs: Determine the needs and desires of existing sport leagues in the county and the appropriate role of the county in meeting these needs.

PRC 2.0 Recreational Facilities and Programs. To provide a broad variety of recreational opportunities and traditional and special use facilities for all citizens of Montgomery County, with special attention to the recreational needs of youth, young adults, and senior citizens.

PRC 2.1.3 Operational and maintenance needs: Broaden the OFMP to better address indoor facilities as well as operational and maintenance needs.

SFY 1.3 Future Capital Facilities: Use the response performance goals, the future land use policies/map from the Comprehensive Plan, projections for future traffic and road improvements from the MPO, and other pertinent data to develop a plan to locate and fund future law enforcement and emergency services facilities that are necessitated by a growing County population.

SFY 1.3.2 Capital Facilities and Funding: Continue to work, annually, through Capital Improvements Program to identify future capital facility needs and the means for funding them.

SFY 1.3 Future Capital Facilities: Use the response performance goals, the future land use policies/map from the Comprehensive Plan, projections for future traffic and road improvements from the MPO, and other pertinent data to develop a plan to locate and fund future law enforcement and emergency services facilities that are necessitated by a growing County population.

SFY 1.3.2 Capital Facilities and Funding: Continue to work, annually, through Capital Improvements Program to identify future capital facility needs and the means for funding them.

Eastern Montgomery EMS Facility Public Safety

FY 2024 – 2028 Capital Improvement Program / Comprehensive Plan Alignment

SFY 1.0 Public Safety Goal: Promote and facilitate the provision of superior law enforcement and emergency services (fire and rescue) in order to ensure that people have a safe and secure community in which to live, work and raise their families.

SFY 1.3 Future Capital Facilities: Use the response performance goals, the future land use policies/map from the Comprehensive Plan, projections for future traffic and road improvements from the MPO, and other pertinent data to develop a plan to locate and fund future law enforcement and emergency services facilities that are necessitated by a growing County population.

SFY 1.3.2 Capital Facilities and Funding: Continue to work, annually, through Capital Improvements Program to identify future capital facility needs and the means for funding them.

SFY 1.0 Public Safety Goal: Promote and facilitate the provision of superior law enforcement and emergency services (fire and rescue) in order to ensure that people have a safe and secure community in which to live, work and raise their families.

SFY 1.2 Public Involvement: Recognize and support the role of citizen volunteers in the delivery of law enforcement and emergency services throughout Montgomery County. Moreover, promote a better understanding of law enforcement and emergency services issues by all County residents.

SFY 1.2.1 Fire and Rescue Involvement: Support the vital role of volunteers in the delivery of emergency services (fire and rescue) throughout Montgomery County.

PRC 2.0 Recreational Facilities and Programs. To provide a broad variety of recreational opportunities and traditional and special use facilities for all citizens of Montgomery County, with special attention to the recreational needs of youth, young adults, and senior citizens.

PRC 2.1 Outdoor Facility Master Plan (OFMP): Revise, formally adopt, and use the Outdoor Facility Master Plan as a guide for the development of new parks and recreational facilities, including pocket, neighborhood, village, and regional parks, as well as special use facilities, trails, and heritage parks.

PRC 2.1.1 Recreational Priorities and Funding: Decide on the top projects in the OFMP and develop funding strategies for them including incorporation into the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP), use of grant funds and other sources of funding.

PRC 2.2 Accessibility: Make existing recreational facilities accessible to all county residents, both in terms of how the facilities are accessed and used.

PRC 2.2.1 Facility Location: Develop major facilities in areas that are accessible by major roads thereby providing the opportunity for existing and/or future bus services.

Fire and Rescue Capital Equipment Public Safety

Creed Fields Park Recreational Resources

FY 2024 – 2028 Capital Improvement Program / Comprehensive Plan Alignment

PRC 2.0 Recreational Facilities and Programs. To provide a broad variety of recreational opportunities and traditional and special use facilities for all citizens of Montgomery County, with special attention to the recreational needs of youth, young adults, and senior citizens.

PRC 2.1 Outdoor Facility Master Plan (OFMP): Revise, formally adopt, and use the Outdoor Facility Master Plan as a guide for the development of new parks and recreational facilities, including pocket, neighborhood, village, and regional parks, as well as special use facilities, trails, and heritage parks.

Recreational Resources

PRC 2.1.1 Recreational Priorities and Funding: Decide on the top projects in the OFMP and develop funding strategies for them including incorporation into the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP), use of grant funds and other sources of funding.

PRC 2.2 Accessibility: Make existing recreational facilities accessible to all county residents, both in terms of how the facilities are accessed and used.

PRC 2.2.1 Facility Location: Develop major facilities in areas that are accessible by major roads thereby providing the opportunity for existing and/or future bus services. Parks Revitalization

Recreational Resources

PRC 2.0 Recreational Facilities and Programs. To provide a broad variety of recreational opportunities and traditional and special use facilities for all citizens of Montgomery County, with special attention to the recreational needs of youth, young adults, and senior citizens.

PRC 2.1 Outdoor Facility Master Plan (OFMP): Revise, formally adopt, and use the Outdoor Facility Master Plan as a guide for the development of new parks and recreational facilities, including pocket, neighborhood, village, and regional parks, as well as special use facilities, trails, and heritage parks.

PRC 2.1.1 Recreational Priorities and Funding: Decide on the top projects in the OFMP and develop funding strategies for them including incorporation into the Capital Improvements Plan (CIP), use of grant funds and other sources of funding.

PRC 2.2 Accessibility: Make existing recreational facilities accessible to all county residents, both in terms of how the facilities are accessed and used.

PRC 2.2.1 Facility Location: Develop major facilities in areas that are accessible by major roads thereby providing the opportunity for existing and/or future bus services.

PRC 2.2.2 Facility Accessibility: Develop a plan to ensure that existing and new facilities are accessible to all Montgomery County residents, with special attention to the needs of differently-abled residents, by meeting the accessibility standards established under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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Valley to Valley Trail Recreational Resources

Comprehensive Plan Goals Addressed

PRC 2.3 Trails: Provide a high quality trail network, based on a series of trails and activity or education nodes, throughout the county, which offers both increased individual and family recreational opportunities and alternative transportation routes between jurisdictions and outlying villages.

PRC 2.3.1 New River Trail Linkage: Support New River Valley Planning District Commission efforts to develop a multi-jurisdictional plan for linking the Huckleberry Trail to the New River Trail via Christiansburg and Radford.

PRC 2.3.3 Trails and Nodes: Develop recreation facilities in collaboration with the County and Towns master plans for trails (including bikeways and walkways).

Educational Resources

EDU 2.2 Nontraditional Educational Facilities. Continue to develop nontraditional educational facilities (such as the Coal Mining Heritage Park and Science Center, the Farming Heritage Park, the Christiansburg Institute, Blacksburg’s Heritage Community Park and Natural Area, and the Montgomery County Museum) to provide expanded educational opportunities through public/private partnerships.

EDU 2.2.4 Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library. Provide continuing support for the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library, including the development of new facilities, the revitalization of existing facilities, and the expansion of the technical infrastructure in support of adult educational opportunities.

CRS 2.0 Montgomery/Floyd Regional Library: Provide increased access to high-quality library facilities throughout Montgomery County.

CRS 2.1 New and Existing Facilities and Programs. Provide adequate public library facilities, based on population growth trends and need, throughout Montgomery County.

Cultural Resources

CRS 2.1.1 Library Facility Standards. Work with the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library Board to establish a set of criteria for determining future physical library needs, including the resiting and upgrade of existing facilities and the siting of new facilities.

CRS 2.1.4 Library-Based Community Space. Work with the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library Board to develop community meeting space in existing facilities and the design of community multi-use facilities in new and rehabilitated facilities.

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EDU 2.2 Nontraditional Educational Facilities. Continue to develop nontraditional educational facilities (such as the Coal Mining Heritage Park and Science Center, the Farming Heritage Park, the Christiansburg Institute, Blacksburg’s Heritage Community Park and Natural Area, and the Montgomery County Museum) to provide expanded educational opportunities through public/private partnerships.

EDU 2.2.4 Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library. Provide continuing support for the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library, including the development of new facilities, the revitalization of existing facilities, and the expansion of the technical infrastructure in support of adult educational opportunities.

CRS 2.0 Montgomery/Floyd Regional Library: Provide increased access to high-quality library facilities throughout Montgomery County.

CRS 2.1 New and Existing Facilities and Programs. Provide adequate public library facilities, based on population growth trends and need, throughout Montgomery County.

Cultural Resources

CRS 2.1.1 Library Facility Standards. Work with the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library Board to establish a set of criteria for determining future physical library needs, including the resiting and upgrade of existing facilities and the siting of new facilities.

CRS 2.1.4 Library-Based Community Space. Work with the Montgomery-Floyd Regional Library Board to develop community meeting space in existing facilities and the design of community multi-use facilities in new and rehabilitated facilities.

ECD 3.0 Location and Land Use: Identify appropriate locations for new businesses to start and existing businesses to expand.

ECD 3.1 Industrial & Business Parks: Identify locations for new industrial and business parks and/or the expansion of existing parks.

Provides for physical improvements to networks and infrastructure that provide administrative support to achieving multiple Comprehensive Plan Goals.

Supports maintenance operations, facilities, and equipment needed to address multiple Comprehensive Plan Goals.

Supports multiple goals throughout the Comprehensive Plan

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EDU 1.0 Educational Facilities and Opportunities: Provide high quality, lifelong educational opportunities and facilities throughout Montgomery County.

EDU 1.1 New and Existing Educational Facilities: Address current and future educational facility and program needs in Montgomery County through a cooperative approach between Montgomery County, Blacksburg, Christiansburg, citizens, the business community, and the Montgomery County Public Schools.

EDU 1.1.3 Facilities Renewal Program: Design and incorporate a Facilities Renewal Program into the Montgomery County Capital Improvements Program, which would allow for large scale renewal, renovation, and expansion of existing facilities to meet future needs, including: physical upgrades, systemic upgrades (i.e. electrical, hvac, roofs), and facility changes for programmatic upgrades (renewal/rehabilitation of science, vocational and technological facilities), while recognizing the need for multi-use facilities.