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2013-02-06 MinutesBOARD OF SUPERVISORS MINUTES February 6, 2013 Supervisors in Attendance: Staff in Attendance: Ms. Dorothy A. Jaeckle, Chairman Dr. Sheryl Bailey, Dep. Mr. Stephen A. Elswick, Vice Chrm. County Administrator, Mr. Arthur S. Warren Management Services Mr. James M. Holland Ms. Janice Blakley, Mr. Daniel A. Gecker Clerk to the Board Mr. Kevin Bruny, Chief Mr. James J. L. Stegmaier Learning Officer County Administrator Ms. Debbie Burcham, Exec. Dir., Community Services Board Mr. Allan Carmody, Dir., Budget and Management Mr. Barry Condrey, Chief Information Officer Ms. Mary Ann Curtin, Dir., Intergovtl. Relations Mr. Jonathan Davis, Dir., Real Estate Assessments Mr. Will Davis, Dir., Economic Development Mr. William Dupler, Dep. County Administrator, Community Development Colonel Thierry Dupuis, Police Department Mr. Robert Eanes, Asst. to the County Administrator Mr. Michael Golden, Dir., Parks and Recreation Mr. John W. Harmon, Real Property Manager Mr. Donald Kappel, Dir., Public Affairs Mr. Rob Key, Director, General Services Mr. Louis Lassiter, Asst. County Administrator Mr. R. John McCracken, Dir., Transportation Mr. Jeffrey L. Mincks, County Attorney Chief Edward L. Senter, Fire Department Ms. Marsha Sharpe, Dir., Social Services Ms. Sarah Snead, Dep. County Administrator, Human Services Mr. Mike Westfall, Dir., Internal Audit Mr. Scott Zaremba, Dir., Human Resource Programs 13-56 02/06/13 Ms. Jaeckle called the regularly scheduled meeting to order at 3:01 p.m. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR JANUARY 23, 2013 On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board approved the minutes of January 23, 2013, as amended. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 2. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS 2.A. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT • Mr. Stegmaier briefed the Board on a recent well rescue performed by Police and Fire Departments. • Mr. Stegmaier announced the Chesterfield. County Police Department, in partnership with SAFE, Chesterfield's substance abuse prevention coalition, will help residents safely dispose. of expired and unneeded medications on Saturday, February 9th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Clover Hill Police Support Facility. • Mr. Stegmaier announced several upcoming events to celebrate Black History Month. Many of these events are being held at various library branches and one symposium will be held at Virginia State University. The final event will be the annual Business Breakfast and Scholarship Awards Ceremony at the Holiday Inn Koger Center on February 22nd Ms. Mary Ann Curtin provided an update to the Board on recent activity at the General Assembly. She stated staff has been focused on the state budget, which was released on Sunday and both houses will vote on their versions of the budget tomorrow. She stated the RMA bill will be heard next Tuesday in Senate Local Government Committee. She further stated the surviving transportation funding bill will undergo some changes before adoption, but staff anticipates adjournment on February 23rd. 3. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS Mr. Holland expressed his appreciation to Mr. Stegmaier and staff for coordinating events scheduled this month to celebrate Black History Month. He announced he attended an event at Central Library last weekend. Mr. Elswick announced the Matoaca District will hold three community meetings regarding county service levels and the tax rate on February 18th at 6:30 p.m. at Cosby High School, February 20th at 1:00 p.m. at Swift Creek Baptist Church, and on February 21St at 6:30 p.m. at Matoaca High School. Ms. Jaeckle conveyed her appreciation to Mr. Don Kappel and staff, on behalf of Sgt. Aaron Whitman's family, for arrangements made to have Sgt. Whitman's remains flown to Chesterfield County Airport from Dover Air Force Base. J J 13-57 02/06/13 4. REQUESTS TO POSTPONE AGENDA ITEMS AND ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR CHANGES IN THE ORDER OF PRESENTATION On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board replaced Item 18., Adjournment. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Decker. Nays: None. 5. RESOLUTIONS There were no Resolutions at this time. 6. WORK SESSIONS 6.A. HULL STREET CORRIDOR REVITALIZATION PLAN Ms. Deana Rhodeside, Project Consultant with Rhodeside and Harwell, presented a summary to the Board on the Hull Street Corridor Revitalization Plan. She stated the plan is a joint study with the City of Richmond, which was financed by grants from the U.S. Government of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Department of Transportation. She further stated the Hull Street Corridor Revitalization Plan provides a comprehensive, implementation-oriented strategy for creating economically sustainable quality of life enhancements. She stated these improvements include strong and safe multi-modal connections; transportation infrastructure upgrades; visual and physical enhancements; improved housing options; expanded job opportunities and critical recreational and environmental investments - all needed to transform the Hull Street corridor from simply a highway through communities to a vital, vibrant place where people from both the area and the region will want to live, shop, work and be entertained. Mr. Decker expressed his appreciation regarding the planning process and stated it is very rare to see the jurisdictions coordinating on a planning effort. He further stated he hopes this revitalization plan creates focus on other areas of the county that border the city. He stated the county's newly adopted Comprehensive Plan calls for investing in existing areas. In response to Mr. Elswick's question, Ms. Rhodeside stated a significant number of citizens live within walking distance of the Hull Street corridor. Mr. Holland expressed his appreciation for the informative presentation and applauded the efforts to rejuvenate the corridor. Ms. Jaeckle stressed the importance of the Hispanic community and their involvement in implementing the plan. In response to Mr. warren's question regarding Bryant and Stratton University's involvement within the corridor, Ms. Rhodeside stated there are no plans to expand in the near future; however, the university is enthusiastic about plans for the area. 13-58 02/06/13 7. DEFERRED ITEMS There were no Deferred Items at this time. 8. NEW BUSINESS 8.A. APPOINTMENTS On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Gecker, the Board suspended its rules at this time to allow for simultaneous nomination/appointment/reappointment to the John Tyler Alcohol Safety Action Program Policy Board and the Lower Magnolia Green Community Development Authority Board. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.A.1. JOHN TYLER ALCOHOL SAFETY ACTION PROGRAM POLICY BOARD On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board simultaneously nominated/reappointed Colonel Thierry G. Dupuis to serve on the John Tyler Alcohol Safety Action Program Policy Board, whose term is effective March 1, 2013, and will expire February 28, 2016. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.A.2. LOWER MAGNOLIA GREEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY BOARD On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board simultaneously nominated/appointed Ms. Bethany Miller to serve on the Lower Magnolia Green Community Development Authority Board, whose term is effective immediately and will expire August 21, 2015. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.B. CONSENT ITEMS 8.B.1. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS 8.B.l.a. RECOGNIZING COUNTY EMPLOYEES UPON THEIR RETIREMENT 8.B.1.a.1. SERGEANT W. WRAY RICHARDSON, POLICE DEPARTMENT On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board adopted the following resolution: WHEREAS, Sergeant W. Wray Richardson retired from the Chesterfield County Police Department on January 1, 2013, after providing nearly 25 years of dedicated and professional service to the citizens of Chesterfield County; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson has faithfully served the county in the capacity of Patrol Officer, Training Officer and Sergeant; and J J J 13-59 02/06/13 WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson has served in various assignments throughout his career, including Field Training Officer, Desk Officer, General, Firearms, Defensive Tactics and Driving Instructor, Marine Patrol Officer, Breathalyzer Operator, Court Liaison Officer, and as a member of the Color Guard, Police Emergency Response Team, and Special Weapons and Tactics Team; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson was selected as the 1989 Police Department Rookie of the Year; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson was instrumental in the development of a court management system that automated the court assignment date process, resulting in significant time saving for supervisory personnel; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson was the recipient of a Meritorious Service Award in 2009 for 20 years of extraordinary service both as a member and Team Leader of the Special Weapons and Tactics Team, where he consistently demonstrated fearless courage, discipline and endurance in the face of volatile and rapidly changing circumstances, resolving numerous situations that saved lives; and WHEREAS, while serving as a member of the Vice and Narcotics Unit, Sergeant Richardson received a Unit Citation Award for his outstanding and exhaustive efforts in the completion of one of the largest drug seizures in the history of the Chesterfield County Police Department; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson received a Unit Citation Award as a member of the Police Emergency Response Team for the successful conclusion of many incidents to which they had responded; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson was recognized with the Chief's Commendation for his role as a member of the Tactical Team in an extended operation resulting in the arrest of a potentially violent suspect without incident; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson received a Certificate of Achievement for his exceptional performance in the development and implementation of a comprehensive training class for the "ASP" Baton, which provided instruction to more than 450 officers from the Chesterfield Police Department, Sheriff's Office and surrounding jurisdictions, which made a smooth transition to the use of the weapon; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson has received numerous letters of commendation, thanks and appreciation during his career from the. citizens of Chesterfield County for service rendered; and WHEREAS, Sergeant Richardson has provided the Chesterfield County Police Department with many years of loyal and dedicated service; and WHEREAS, Chesterfield County and the Board of Supervisors will miss Sergeant Richardson's diligent service. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors recognizes Sergeant W. Wray Richardson, and' extends on behalf of its members and the citizens of Chesterfield County, appreciation for his service to the county, congratulations upon his retirement, and best wishes for a long and happy retirement. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 13-60 02/06/13 8.B.1.a.2. MS. JUDY A. SNELLINGS, UTILITIES DEPARTMENT On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board adopted the following resolution: WHEREAS, Ms. Judy A. Snellings retired from Chesterfield County Utilities Department on January 31, 2013; and WHEREAS, Ms. Snellings has served the County of Chesterfield as a faithful employee of the Utilities Department since her original hiring on July 3, 1995; and WHEREAS, the expertise developed by Ms. Snellings during her tenure as an Automation Technician has enabled her to make significant contributions to the operations of the Wastewater Collections section; and WHEREAS, Ms. Snellings has been instrumental in ensuring that the data collected and entered into the Infrastructure Management System is correct and reliable for future reference; and WHEREAS, Ms. Snellings has willingly shared her knowledge and expertise with her colleagues to aid them in their growth and development; and WHEREAS, Ms. Snellings' willingness to volunteer as one of the Department of Utilities' United Way and Health Care enrollment liaisons has aided in ensuring donations and enrollment forms are collected and completed in a correct and timely manner; and WHEREAS, Ms. Snellings has always presented the citizens of Chesterfield County with the highest level of customer service, and her positive attitude and willingness to provide the highest level of customer satisfaction reflects positively on Chesterfield County's workforce; and WHEREAS, Ms. Snellings' likeable personality and her willingness to share her knowledge has earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors recognizes Ms. Judy A. Snellings for her outstanding contributions, expresses the appreciation of all residents for her service to the county, and extends appreciation for her dedicated service, congratulations upon her retirement, and best wishes for a long and happy retirement. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. J J J 13-61 02/06/13 8.B.1.a.3. MS. DAPHNE S. STEWART, UTILITIES DEPARTMENT On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board adopted the following resolution: WHEREAS, Ms. Daphne S. Stewart retired from the Chesterfield County Utilities Department on February 1, 2013; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stewart began her public service with Chesterfield County working in the Utilities Department's Billing and Customer Service section from August 1975 to June 1999 and held several positions during this time from Account Clerk beginning in 1975 to Principal Customer Service Representative from 1986 to 1999; and WHEREAS, during the years of 1975 to 1999, Ms. Stewart performed various duties, including processing utility bills, establishing and transferring water and sewer accounts, answering customer service calls, resolving customer account issues, collecting delinquent accounts, and establishing and updating policies related to billing and collections; and WHEREAS, in July 1999, Ms. Stewart was transferred to the position of Senior Automation Technician in the Finance and Administration Section and in June 2005, she was promoted to Automation Specialist and held this position until retirement; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stewart's responsibilities in these technical positions included working with the billing systems to provide reporting, system testing of upgrades, troubleshooting issues, and implementing system enhancements; and WHEREAS, from 1989 to 1992, Ms. Stewart served as a key member of a team responsible for implementing a new billing system and played an integral part in parallel testing, process review, and end-user training, resulting in a successful system implementation; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stewart participated in a second customer information and billing system implementation from 2009 to 2011 and served in a valuable role to assist with system configuration, testing, training, and process review that culminated with the implementation of a system that provides improved enhancements for staff and now gives utility customers automated access to account information and bill payment options; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stewart was involved with the county's total quality improvement initiatives by serving on several employee involvement groups and project action teams and in 2001, graduated from the county's Total Quality Improvement University; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stewart demonstrated significant knowledge and skills in her responsibilities that benefited the department, county government, and citizens of Chesterfield County; and 13-62 02/06/13 WHEREAS, Ms. Stewart diligently and faithfully worked daily to provide world-class customer service to internal and external customers and consistently met or exceeded their expectations; and WHEREAS, throughout her career with Chesterfield County, Ms. Stewart displayed dependability, professionalism, aptitude, ethics, good character and good values. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors recognizes Ms. .Daphne S. Stewart and extends on behalf of its members and the citizens of Chesterfield County, appreciation for her 37 years of exceptional service to the county. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.B.i.a.4. MS. PAMELA A. STILES, JWENILE DETENTION HOME On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board adopted the following resolution: WHEREAS, Ms. Pamela A. Stiles retired from the Chesterfield County Juvenile Detention Home on December 7, 2012, after providing more than 16 years of quality service to the citizens of Chesterfield County; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stiles has faithfully served the county as a youth supervisor and probation officer; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stiles has provided the residents of the detention home with quality care and supervision; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stiles has dedicated years of service to working with troubled youths; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stiles provided hope to detained females by listening to their stories and providing encouragement while still holding them accountable for their behavior; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stiles spent her last years of service to the detention home working in Master Control on the overnight shift, where she faithfully and dependably managed the operations during those hours where staffing is minimal, and conducted intakes on new residents arriving to the facility during that time; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stiles was a Total Quality Improvement (TQI) University graduate and a Quality Council member; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stiles served as a Chesterfield Employees' Association representative; and WHEREAS, Ms. Stiles graduated from VCU in 2004 with a degree in Criminal Justice. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors recognizes Ms. Pamela A. Stiles, and extends on behalf of its members and the citizens of Chesterfield County, appreciation for her years of loyal service to the county, congratulations upon her retirement, and best wishes for a long and happy retirement. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. J J 13-63 02/06/13 8.B.l.b. SUPPORTING THE INSTALLATION OF SIGNS ADVISING OF AN ADDITIONAL MAXIMUM FINE FOR EXCEEDING THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT ON WOOD DALE ROAD On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board adopted the following resolution requesting the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to install signs advising of an additional maximum $200 fine for exceeding the posted speed limit on Wood Dale Road: WHEREAS, the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors has received a request from residents on Wood Dale Road to install signs on Wood Dale Road (Route 1587) indicating a maximum additional fine for speeding of $200, in addition to other penalties provided by law; and WHEREAS, Wood Dale Road is a local residential street with a posted speed limit of 25 mph; and WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Transportation collected speed data on Wood Dale Road indicating that the 85th percentile speed of vehicles was over 30 miles per hour, and that a speeding problem exists; and WHEREAS, a Petition supporting the additional fine and signed by 900 of the households on Wood Dale Road indicates that the additional fine has the support of the community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors requests the Virginia Department of Transportation to install signs advising of an additional maximum $200 fine for exceeding the posted speed limit on Wood Dale Road. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.B.l.c. RECOGNIZING MR. NICHOLAS H. PORTER UPON ATTAINING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board adopted the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was incorporated by Mr. William D. Boyce on February 8, 1910, and was chartered by Congress in 1916; and WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was founded to build character, provide citizenship training and promote physical fitness; and WHEREAS, after earning at least twenty-one merit badges in a wide variety of skills including leadership, service and outdoor life, serving in a leadership position in a troop, carrying out a service project beneficial to his community, being active in the troop, demonstrating Scout spirit, and living up to the Scout Oath and Law, Mr. Nicholas H. Porter, Troop 876, sponsored by Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, has accomplished those high standards of commitment and has reached the long-sought goal of Eagle Scout, which is 13-64 02/06/13 received by only four percent of those individuals entering the Scouting movement; and WHEREAS, growing through his experiences in Scouting, learning the lessons of responsible citizenship, and endeavoring to prepare himself for a role as a leader in society, Nicholas has distinguished himself as a member of a new generation of prepared young citizens of whom we can all be very proud. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors recognizes Mr. Nicholas H. Porter, extends congratulations on his attainment of Eagle Scout, and acknowledges the good fortune of the county to have such an outstanding young man as one of its citizens. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8..B.2. APPROVAL OF RECEIPT AND APPROPRIATION OF GRANT FUNDS FROM THE 2012 ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANT PROGRAM On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board authorized the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department to receive and appropriate $799,744 in grant funds from the Department of Homeland Security, 2012 Assistance to Firefighters (AFG) Grant Program, to support the purchase of firefighter personal protective gear. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.B.3. ACCEPTANCE OF TWO PARCELS OF LAND ALONG BRIDGE CREEK DRIVE AND CREEKWILLOW DRIVE FROM BROOKCREEK CROSSING LP On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board accepted the conveyance of two parcels of land containing a total of 0.056 acres along Bridge Creek Drive and Creekwillow Drive from Brookcreek Crossing LP, and authorized the County Administrator to execute the deed. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.) Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.B.4. REQUEST TO QUITCLAIM A PORTION OF A SIXTEEN-FOOT DRAINAGE EASEMENT ACROSS PROPERTY ON SILK OAK DRIVE On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board authorized the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the County Administrator to execute a quitclaim deed to vacate a portion of a 16' drainage easement across property at 7031 Silk Oak Drive. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.) Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 13-65 J J J 02/06/13 8.B.5. REQUESTS FOR PERMISSION 8.B.5.a. FROM STONEBRIDGE REALTY HOLDINGS, LLC FOR EXISTING LANDSCAPING, IRRIGATION SYSTEM AND LIGHT POLE TO ENCROACH WITHIN A COUNTY RIGHT OF WAY KNOWN AS MICHAEL GRAY WAY WITHIN STONEBRIDGE On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board granted Stonebridge Realty Holdings, LLC permission for existing landscaping, irrigation system and light pole to encroach within a county right of way known as Michael Gray Way within Stonebridge, subject to the execution of a license agreement. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.) Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.B.5.b. FROM JOANNA OSBORNE MOORE CORELITZ FOR A GRAVEL DRIVEWAY TO ENCROACH WITHIN A FORTY-FOOT UNIMPROVED COUNTY RIGHT OF WAY On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board granted Joanna Osborne Moore Corelitz permission for a gravel driveway to encroach within a 40' unimproved county right of way, subject to the execution of a license agreement. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board . ) Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.B.6. CONVEYANCE OF AN UNDERGROUND EASEMENT TO VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY FOR THE HEADSTOCK AMPHITHEATRE SITE PROPERTY On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board authorized the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the County Administrator to execute an agreement with Virginia Electric and Power Company for a 15' underground easement for the Headstock Amphitheatre site property at 13301 N. Woolridge Road. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.) Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 8.B.7. APPROVAL OF THE CHESTERFIELD COUNTY FAIR ASSOCIATION'S USE OF THE COUNTY SEAL ON RIBBONS AWARDED AT THE COUNTY FAIR On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board approved the Chesterfield County Fair Association's use of the County Seal, on ribbons awarded at the County Fair. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 13-66 02/06/13 8.B.8. TRANSFER OF DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS FROM THE MATOACA DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUND TO THE SCHOOL BOARD TO PURCHASE PROMETHEAN ACTIVBOARDS AND GUIDED READING MATERIALS FOR MATOACA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board transferred $6,150 in Matoaca District Improvement Funds to the Chesterfield County School Board to purchase Promethean ActivBoards and Guided Reading materials for Matoaca Elementary School. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 9. REPORTS 9.A. REPORT ON STATUS OF GENERAL FUND BALANCE, RESERVE FOR FUTURE CAPITAL PROJECTS, DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS AND LEASE PURCHASES On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Gecker, the Board accepted the following report: a Report on Status of General Fund Balance, Reserve for Future Capital Projects, District Improvement Funds and Lease Purchases. Ayes: Jaeckle; Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. 10. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED MATTERS There were no requests to address the Board at this time. 11. DINNER On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board recessed to Room 502 for dinner. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. Reconvening: 12. INVOCATION Mr. Louis Lassiter, Assistant County Administrator, gave the invocation. 13. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Eagle Scout Nathan Patrick Childs led the Allegiance. 13-67 Pledge of 02/06/13 J J J 14. RESOLUTIONS 14.A. RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY 2013 AS "CHILDREN'S DENTAL HEALTH MONTH" IN CHESTERFIELD COUNTY Mr. Kappel introduced Dr. Samuel W. Galstan, Dr. C. Sharone Ward, Dr. Frank Farrington, Dr. Michael Webb and representatives from the Chesterfield Technical Center Dental Assisting Program, Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics of Virginia, Children's Dentistry of Virginia, and Southside Oral and Facial Surgery, who were present to receive the resolution. On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board adopted the following resolution: WHEREAS, the eleventh annual "Give Kids a Smile! Access to Dental Care Day" was conducted in a number of Chesterfield County dental offices and schools on February 1, 2013; and WHEREAS, numerous children's dental health outreach activities and education will take place in Chesterfield County Schools throughout February 2013; and WHEREAS, through the joint efforts of the Southside Dental Society, the Virginia Dental Association, the Virginia Department of Health, Division of Dentistry, the Chesterfield County Technical Center Dental Assisting Program, local dentists and dental healthcare providers who volunteer their time, and the school district of Chesterfield County, this program was established to foster the improvement of children's dental health; and WHEREAS, since inception of the "Give Kids a Smile! Access to Dental Care" program in 2003, the Southside Dental Society, along with many dental partners, have delivered more than $700,000 in free dental care to more than 6,100 patients utilizing more than 750 volunteers, a tremendous example of community partners and stakeholders working together to decrease barriers to accessing dental care for at-risk children in the community; and WHEREAS, these dental volunteers have provided educational materials and programs and stress the importance of regular dental examinations, daily brushing and flossing, proper nutrition, sealants and the use of mouth guards during athletic activities; and WHEREAS, several local dental offices volunteered their services on "Give Kids a Smile! Access to Dental Care Day," to provide treatment and education to local underprivileged children. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, this 6th day of February 2013, publicly recognizes February 1, 2013, as "Give Kids a Smile! Access to Dental Care Day" and February 2013 as "National Children's Dental Health Month" in Chesterfield County, expresses gratitude, on behalf of all Chesterfield County residents, and commends those organizations responsible for their proactive approach to dental health and also commends Dr. Samuel W. Galstan, Dr. C. Sharone Ward, Dr. Frank Farrington, Dr. Michael Webb, the Chesterfield Technical Center Dental Assisting Program, Pediatric Dentistry and 13-68 02/06/13 Orthodontics of Virginia, Children's Dentistry of Virginia, and Southside Oral and Facial Surgery, for helping to protect our children's dental health. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. Ms. Jaeckle presented the executed resolutions to Dr. Galston, Dr. Ward, Dr. Farrington, and Dr. Webb and expressed their appreciation for their dedication to protecting children's dental health. Representatives from various organizations expressed their appreciation for the Board's continued support. 14.B. RECOGNIZING MR. NATHAN PATRICK CHILDS UPON ATTAINING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT Mr. Kappel introduced Mr. Nathan Patrick Childs, who was present to receive the resolution. On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board adopted the following resolution: WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was incorporated by Mr. William D. Boyce on February 8, 1910, and was chartered by Congress in 1916; and WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was founded to build character, provide citizenship training and promote physical fitness; and WHEREAS, after earning at least twenty-one merit badges in a wide variety of skills including leadership, service and outdoor life, serving in a leadership position in a troop, carrying out a service project beneficial to his community, being active in the troop, demonstrating Scout spirit, and living up to the Scout Oath and Law, Mr. Nathan Patrick Childs, Troop 2806, sponsored by Woodlake United Methodist Church, has accomplished those high standards of commitment and has reached the long-sought goal of Eagle Scout, which is received by only four percent of those individuals entering the Scouting movement; and WHEREAS, growing through his experiences in Scouting, learning the lessons of responsible citizenship, and endeavoring to prepare himself for a role as a leader in society, Nathan has distinguished himself as a member of a new generation of prepared young citizens of whom we can all be very proud. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, this 6th day of February 2013, publicly recognizes Mr. Nathan Patrick Childs, extends congratulations on his attainment of Eagle Scout, and acknowledges the good fortune of the county to have such an outstanding young man as one of its citizens. Ayes: Jaeckle, Elswick, Warren, Holland and Gecker. Nays: None. Mr. Elswick presented the executed resolution and patch to Mr. Childs, accompanied by members of his family, congratulated him on his outstanding achievements, and wished him well in future endeavors. Mr. Childs provided details of his Eagle Scout project and expressed appreciation to his parents and others for their support. 13-69 J J J 02/06/13 15. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED MATTERS There were no requests to address the Board at this time. 16. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no Public Hearings at this time. 17. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED MATTERS There were no requests to address the Board at this time. 18. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Gecker expressed concerns relative to an advertisement placed regarding the Southeast High Speed Rail Project briefing for the Board of Supervisors, arranged to be held a day prior to the regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting. Discussion ensued relative to the time and date of the proposed project update briefing for the Board of Supervisors. It was generally agreed upon that staff contact a representative from the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation, to arrange for a briefing for the Board at their regularly scheduled meeting on February 27th On motion of Mr. Gecker, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board adjourned at 6:58 p.m. until February 27, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick. Nays: None. _-, ames .L. Steg ier County Administrator Doroth A. eckle Chairman 13-70 02/06/13 J J J