April 9, 2021
J. Reuben Daniel City Hall & Police Station: 1040 Roanoke Avenue
(252) 533-2800
CALENDAR OF MEETINGS:
(All City meetings are open to the public)
City Council Special Meetings (Budget Work Sessions)
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall.
Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall.
City Council Regular Meeting
Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall.
City Council meetings can be viewed through Zoom (See City website for link) and on Spectrum Channel 193.
Roanoke Rapids Planning Board Meeting
Notice is hereby given that the Roanoke Rapids Planning Board will hold a public meeting Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall located at 700 Jackson Street to hear the following items and provide a recommendation to City Council:
- Consideration of Land Use Ordinance amendments to correspond and comply with North Carolina General Statute 160D, which consolidates city and county Planning & Development Regulations.
Related information is available for public inspection in the Planning and 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 Planning and Development Office at (252) 533-2844 no later than three (3) days prior to the date of the meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Roanoke Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lloyd Andrews City Meeting Hall located at 700 Jackson Street, Roanoke Rapids, NC to hear the following item:
Consideration of Text Amendment to the Roanoke Rapids Land Use Ordinance for legislative changes regarding the use of property as a “cemetery” for the following:
- Article X: Permissible Uses, Section 151-149 Table of Permitted Uses to consider the Use Designations in the Zoning Districts as a Permitted or Conditional Use for Cemetery (21.100) in selected residential and commercial zoning districts: R-40; R-20, R-12, R-8, R-6, B-3, B-4.
- Article II: Basic Definitions and Interpretations to consider adding a definition “cemetery”
Any resident or property owner in the city’s zoning jurisdiction may submit written statements concerning this matter. Please include your name and address on all written statements and submit to City Clerk Traci Storey at least two business days prior to the City Council meeting (deadline of 12 p.m. Thursday, April 15, 2021). After this deadline, citizens are encouraged to attend the public hearing to present comments.
Related information is available for public inspection in the Planning and 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 Planning and Development Office at (252) 533-2844 no later than three (3) days prior to the date of the meeting.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following position:
Firefighter (Applicant Pool)
Applications being accepted to establish an eligibility list (Applicant Pool) from which periodic selections will be made as positions become available.
Desired Qualifications:
Must have High School Diploma or GED
Preferred NC Firefighter II (but not required)
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 and be in good physical condition.
Background check and drug test required.
Completed Firefighter application packet must be submitted to Kathy Kearney – Human Resources Manager no later than Friday – April 9, 2021
Equipment Mechanic
An employee in this position serves as a skilled mechanic in the garage.
This employee performs responsible and specialized skilled mechanical work on a variety of automotive, construction and specialized equipment which will include, but not limited to, mechanical work repairing gasoline and diesel motors and engines, and performing preventative maintenance, particularly on heavy equipment.
Essential Duties & Tasks
Performs responsible and specialized skilled mechanical work on a variety of automotive, construction and specialized equipment.
Mechanical work repairing gasoline and diesel motors and engines.
Performs preventative maintenance, particularly on heavy equipment.
Work requires operation of various test equipment and hand tools in order to support the work in both inside and outside environments.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be a high school graduate supplemented by course work in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment and engines.
Must have considerable experience in automotive and heavy equipment repair.
Background check and drug screen required.
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.
Applications may be obtained at www.roanokerapidsnc.com or may be picked up at
City Hall – 1040 Roanoke Avenue, Roanoke Rapids, NC
Kathy A. Kearney – HR Manager – City of Roanoke Rapids
Phone: (252) 533-2845 – Fax (252) 537-2097
BRIEFS
HYDRANT TESTING: The Roanoke Rapids Fire Department began their annual hydrant testing on Monday, March 22, 2021 and will continue up to May 31, 2021. Please check your tap water for discoloration before drinking, bathing or washing clothes. If your water is discolored, turn the cold water tap on until the water runs clear. We hope to finish the hydrant testing as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation, and if you have any questions please contact the Roanoke Rapids Fire Department at 533-2880.
COMMITTEE VACANCIES:
Contact Traci Storey, City Clerk, at (252) 533-2840 for committee information.
Beautification Committee
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (ETJ members)
Historic Preservation Advisory Committee
ROANOKE RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Emery G. Doughtie Mayor Pro Tem Carl Ferebee
Council Members: Ernest C. Bobbitt, Sandra W. Bryant, Suetta S. Scarbrough, Wayne Smith
Joseph Scherer, City Manager Geoffrey Davis, City Attorney
Traci V. Storey, City Clerk Kathy Kearney, Deputy City Clerk