The Martinsville City Council will meet on Tuesday at 5 p.m. in Room 208 of the Church Street Municipal Building to discuss several key issues, including the expansion of the city’s non-emergency transportation service and plans for addressing flooding risks.
One major topic of discussion will be the proposed expansion of the city's non-emergency transport service, which currently operates Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The new proposal aims to extend service to seven days a week, with a 12-hour schedule each day.
The program, launched in 2021 to assist residents with transportation to Sovah Health hospital, is now being reviewed for potential growth.
City officials, in collaboration with the fire department and Sovah Health, are considering the hiring of additional staff to meet the demands of the expanded schedule.
They are also exploring possible funding sources, including grants from organizations like United Way and opioid abatement funding.
Additionally, the council will discuss the city's flood preparedness strategy, particularly the Community Flood Preparedness Study.
The study outlines potential projects and best practices to mitigate flooding risks, in alignment with standards set by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation.
While critical infrastructure such as schools and the hospital are not located in high-risk flood zones, the water treatment facility, located on Clearview Drive, is situated in a high-hazard area.
Disruptions to the water plant could severely affect the city's services, and officials are prioritizing strategies to protect this vital facility.
The meeting is open to the public and aims to address key community services and safety measures.
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