The city paid PFM Group to take an independent look at what the next five years may bring.

Some Roanoke leaders say they are frustrated by canceled football games and a critical audit of the city's Parks and Recreation Department.

City Manager Valmarie Turner said the city's continued subsidy is one reason why she’s taking a thorough look at the facility’s operations.

The 150 acres of privately-owned woodlands across from Valley View Mall is the last tract of undeveloped land of its size in the city.