03-23-1983 MinutesBOARD OF SUPFRVISORS
MINUTES
March 23, 1983
Supervisors in Attendance:
Mr. J. Royall Robertson, Chairman
Mr. R. Garland Dodd, Vice Chairman
Mr. C. L. Bookman
Mr. Harry G. Daniel
Mrs. Joan Girone
Mr. Richard L. Hedrick
County Administrator
Staff in Attendance:
Mr. Stanley Ba]derson,
Dir. of Planninq
Ms. Anita Bradshaw, Youth
Services Coordinator
Chief Robert L. Eanes,
Fire Department
Mr. Elmer Hodge, Asst.
County Administrator
Mr. Robert Masden, Dir.
of Human Services
Mr. Richard McElfish,
Dir., Env. Engineering
Mrs. Mary Arline McGuire,
Treasurer
Mr. Steve Micas, County
Attorney
Mr. Jeffrey Muzzv, Dir.
of Community Develop.
Col. Joseph Pittman,
Chief of Police
Mr. Lane Ramsey, Dir. of
Budqet & Accounting
Mr. David Welchons, Act.
Dir. of Utilities
Mr. Dexter Williams,
Chief of Transp. Plng.
Mr~ George Wooda!l, Dir.
of Economic Develop.
Mr. James Zook, Cl~ief of
Comprehensive Planning
Mr. Robertson called the meeting to order at the Courthouse at
10:05 a.m. (EST).
Mr. Bookman gave the invocation.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, secondgd by Mr. Bookman, the Board
approved the minutes of March 9, 1983, as submitted.
Vote: Unanimous
Chief Eanes introduced Ms. Kay Marano, Fire Safety Education
Officer. He stated with the introduction of supplemental heating
devices on the market last year, Ms. Marano saw a great need for
a public information brochure concerning these devices. Ms.
Marano stated that the number one cause of fires in recent years
has dealt with alternative heatinq sources and people do not see
these devices as a potential problem. She stated that rather
than waiting for the injuries and deaths to occur with the
introduction of the kerosene heaters, the County Fire Department
designed a brochure which is the on].v one available providing
adequate information rega£dinq kerosene heaters. She stated
neighboring jurisdictions have experienced deaths and serious
injuries with the abuse or misuse of these heaters but none have
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been recorded because of heaters Jn the County.
brochures were available for distribution.
She stated
Mr. Hedrick stated that Ms. Marano had designed the brochure and
it is the only one of its kind and the information is widely
distributed in the County.
Mr. Dodd stated that he would like to defer Item #10 regarding
Bermuda Run to the Executive Session scheduled for this date for
possible potential legal matters as permitted by Section 2.1-344
(a) (6) of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended. It was
generally agreed to do so.
Ms. Bradshaw was present and stated that participants involved in
the Model County Government Day were present to observe a portion
of the Board meeting. She stated Model County Government Day
would be March 31, 1983 and presented the Board with the schedule
and agenda.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
Whereas, Students in the eleventh and twelfth grades in
Chesterfield County Schools have been studying local government;
and
Whereas, Some of these students have been selected to
represent their schools in portraying the roles of County
officials on the 31st day of March, 1983; and -
Whereas, The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors
recognizes the importance of young people having opportunities to
learn about their government, in order f6r them to become
responsible citJ. zens.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved bv the Chesterfield County
Board of Supervisors, that the 31st day of March, 1983, be
declared as Model County Government Dav 1983 and that this
observance be called to the attention of all citizens.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Daniel stated that the Board would be meeting with Senator
Paul Trible on March 31st and the students might want to adjust
their schedule in order that they might meet their U. S. Senator
and see how the local and federal representatives work together.
The students introduced themselves and indicated the positions
they would be filling on Student Government Day. The Board
welcomed them to the meeting.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
Whereas, The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors
recognizes the importance of higher education for all citizens;
and -
Whereas, Traditionally many minority students have
~ifficulty obtaining funds to attend Institutions of Higher
Education; and
Whereas, The Un]ted Negro College Fund has provided
assistance to minority students and the private institutions
which assist such students~ and
Whereas, The Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors
recognizes the efforts of the United Negro College Fund which is
in the midst of its Annual Fund RaisiDg Drive.
Now, Therefore~ Be It Resolved that the week of April 17
through April 23 be designated as United Negro College Fund Week
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in Chesterfield County and that this designation be called to the
attention of all citizens.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Hedrick stated that Mr. Willie Jo Bradley, Jr., Chairman of
the Fund Raising Campaign, was unable to be present at the
meeting but indicated a copy of the resolution would be forwarded
to him.
Mr. Hodge introduced Mr. Jim Remington, Senior Vice President of
Manufacturing for Philip Morris and active member of the Richmond
Renaissance Organization and the Metro Chamber of Commerce, and
Mr. Milton Coleman, Manager of Employee Relations for Operations
of the Richmond Processing Plants for Philip Morris. He stated
Richmond Renaissance is proposing the formation of a Metropolitan
Convention/Tourism Organization (CONTOUR) for the purpose of
promoting convention and tourism development in the Richmond
Metropolitan area in order to increase revenues, provide
increased employment and improve the economic health of all
jurisdictions involved. He staled the initial membership of
CONTOUR would be Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover, the City of
Richmond and the Metro Chamber of Commerce. He stated the budget
is anticipated to be $459,000 of which the County is being asked
to contribute 15% or $68,850 and to appoint members to the Board
of Directors. He stated the membership for Chesterfield would be
1 non-voting member (the Chief Administrative Officer) and two
voting members. He stated that currently the County participates
in the Richmond Convention and Visitors Bureau and this will
replace that participation for which $20,000 was budgeted. He
stated all of the other jurisdictions have approved this concept
except for Richmond who was expected to 6onsider it next week.
He stated because of administrative deadlines and submission
dates, timing is of the essence. He stated staff recommends the
payment of $48,800 which is 70% of the funding.
Mr. Bookman inquired why the Citv of Richmond's membership would
consist of 50%, was it based on population, etc.? Mr. Remington
stated it was because they were contributing 50% of the funding
and it is not based on population. He stated that it is
anticipated that this will be a cooperative group and the Board
will vote unanimously on all issues and will not be divided by
political jurisdictions. He stated this proposal is flexible and
can be changed. He stated a large number of people spent many
hours on how the participation would be based and, fundamentally,
it is based on funding. He stated this figure is merely an
initial figure but when the Board meets they will have to address
what the organization hopes to accomplish, how much it will cost
and how much the participating jurisdictions will contribute, all
of which can be changed.
Mrs. Girone stated that she had been at several of the meetings
and she was in favor of the County participating in this
organization. She stated this was to be patterned after MEDC and
although Chesterfield is not into the tourist business as is
Richmond and even Henrico, ~t could be, especially with the
zoning of two hotels; the numerous amount of restaurants; the
groups who are interested in tourism such as a group in
Midlothian trying to develop t~e coal mines as a tourist site,
etc.
Mr. Dodd stated he had some real concerns regarding this matter
as sometimes everything looks fine qoing in and ends up the
opposite. He stated that he was a supporter of MEDC because he
felt Richmond was losing its competitive position in the
southeastern market area. He stated, however, he is
concerned when the County begins appropriating money to this
group and that, but employees in the County may not be receiving
raises. He stated he had difficulty in seeing a real benefit to
Chesterfield County when it comes to motel rooms and facilities
and he really feels the only benefit would be a matter of
regional cooperation but he would vote in favor of this. He
stated time and time again the Board has approved joining groups
with regional impact, such as 'the RRPDC, Maymont, ~EDC, etc. and
yet the media portrays the County as not wanting to cooDerate
regionally. He stated he felt that it was time that the Richmond
area realizes that Chesterfield believes in the regional concept
but gets very little mileage.
Mr. Remington stated he felt regional cooperation is very
important but that the metropolitan area is on the verge of a
renaissance and that the benefits will accrue in a reasonably
short time. Mr. Bookman stated that MEDC has been good for the
metropolitan area but there are four jurisdictions with equal
representation and reiterated his concern about the voting
participation. Mr. Remington stated that at their first
session, the Contour Board should add to or amend the Charter,
etc., but there had to be something for them to be formed around.
Mr. Daniel stated for the record that Mr. Remington is his
supervisor at Philip Morris, his regular employer, but that he
would not be abstaining. He stated he has supported this concept
and it is a starting place. He stated Chesterfield County has
begun in its zoning process to develop hotels, the restaurant
business is expanding, etc., and the County has put $50,000 into
a publication describing in great detail the history of
Chesterfield County which are tourist sites. He stated if the
County were to receive any returns on those investments, this is
the place to start. He stated the Board'will be able to appoint
people to this Board who will articulate the Board's feelings and
concerns and that this is the best approach available and maybe
Chesterfield can benefit from this new agency.
Mr. Dodd stated he felt the secret of the success of MEDC is that
all have been cautious. Mr. Remington stated that some members
of the MEDC group do not feel they receive their fair share of
benefits and have the same argument and are uncomfortable with
that group but they are successful.
It was generally agreed that appointments to CONTOUR be deferred
until the April 13, 1983 meeting. Mrs. Girone submitted the name
of Mrs. Martha Gibbey, owner of the Sycamore Pewter Shop, for
possible consideration as she has been an aggressive proponent of
business and promotor of history and tourism in the County.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board:
1. Supported the formation of CONTOUR.
2. Approved the inclusion of $48,000 in next year's budget for
this purpose. (It is noted this is more than the $40,000
recommended in the budget, but represents the 70% funding
requirement provided for in the by-laws. Without this
funding level, only one director could be appointed.)
Deferred consideration of appointments until April 13, 1983.
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Vote:
Mr. Hedrick stated for the Board's ~nformation that in addition
to looking at the way the seats are structured and financial
contribution, the by-laws are carefu].ly worded to appoint people
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who are interested in tourism and as non-political as possible as
there are no elected officials eligible for appointment. Mr.
Remington stated the appointees should be tough-minded business,
oriented people.
Mr. Hedrick stated this date and time was scheduled for a public
hearing to consider an ordinance amending Sections 8-12 and 8-13
of the County Code relating to payment of supplemental tax bills.
Mrs. Arline McGuire was present and explained that this ordinance
would cover tax bills that were assessed late which might prevent
people from paying them before the deadline of the 5th of June or
the 5th of December. She stated that the State Statute covers
this and indicates if it is no fault of the taxpayer there should
be no penalty. She stated her office has followed this practice
in the past and requested that the County also formalize the
procedure. There was no one present to discuss this matter. On
motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the following
ordinance was adopted:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND AND REENACT
SECTIONS 8-12 AND 8-13 OF THE CODE OF THE
COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD, ]978, AS AMENDED
RELATING TO PAYMENT OF SUPPLEMENTAL TAX BILLS
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
1. That Section 8-12 of the Code of the County of
Chesterfield is amended and reenacted as follows:
Sec. 8-12. Payment of real estate taxes.
(a) The tax levied on real estate situated in the county
shall be due and payable in two equal installments, the first
installment being due and payable on June 5 of each calendar year
and the second installment being due and payable on December 5 of
each calendar year. Any person failing to pay any such
installment of taxes on or before the due date shall incur a
penalty thereof of five percent, which shall be added to the
amount of taxes or levies due from such taxpayer on such
installment, which, when collected by the treasurer, shall be
accounted for in his settlements; provided, however, that in the
event that supplemental tax bills are issued pursuant to a
supplemental assessment of real property, the owner shall not
incur a penalty if said owner pays the tax shown on the
supplemental bill within thirty davs from the date of the bill,
but shall incur a penalty thereafter.
2. That Section 8-13 of the Code of the County of
Chesterfield is amended and reenacted as follows:
Sec. 8-13. Payment.
(a) The tangible personal property tax levied on personal
property, including mobile homes, situated in the county shall be
~ue and payable on June 5 of each calendar year. Any person
failing to pay any such taxes on or before the due date shall
incur a penalty thereon of five percent which shall be added to
the amount of taxes due from such taxpayer which, when collected
Dy the treasurer, shall be accounted for in his settlements;
~rovided, however, that in the event that supplemental tax bills
~re issued pursuant to a supplemental assessment of personal
property, for which the owner filed a timely return, the owner
~hall not incur the penalty imposed by this subsection if said
Dwner pays the tax shown on the supplemental bill within thirty
~ays from the date of the bill, but shall incur the penalty
thereafter. Nothing in this subsection shall be deemed to
~elieve any person from liability for penalties imposed under
~ubsection (b) of this section.
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6.C.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Hedrick stated this date and time had been advertised for a
public hearing to consider an ordinance to amend Chapter 12 of
the Code of the County relating to business license taxes for
operators of amusement machines. Mr. Micas stated that the
current County ordinance taxes video games and pinball machines
in excess of the State limit and this would reduce the County tax
to the State limit. He stated this is $100 per operator plus a
percentage of gross and he stated this is mandated by the State.
There was no one present to discuss this matter. On motion of
Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board adopted the
following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 12 OF
THE CODE OF THE COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD, 1978,
AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING SECTION 12-155, BY ADDING
SECTION 12-155.1 AND BY REPEALING SECTION 12-155
RELATING TO BUSI~ESS I.ICENSE TAXES FOR
OPERATORS OF AMUSEMENT MACHINES
Be It Ordained by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
1. That Section 12-155 of the Code of the County of
Chesterfield, is amended, and reenacted as follows:
Sec. 12-155. Amount of tax on operator.
Every person selling, leasing, renting or otherwise
furnishing or providing a coin operated~ amusement machine, as
defined in Sections 58-266.1(11) and 58-359 of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended, shall pay a license tax of the lesser
of one hundred dollars and two percentum of the gross receipts
received by such operator or two hundred dollars and thirty-six
hundredths of one percentum of the gross receipts received by
such operator from amusement machines operated within the county
This section shall not apply to any person owning less than three
coin machines and operating such machines on property owned or
leased by such person.
2. That this section shall be effective from January 1, 1983
until December 31, 1983.
3. That Section 12-155 of the Code of the County of
Chesterfield, is repealed effective January 1, 1984, and replace~
by Section 12-155.1 as follows:
Sec. 12-155.1. Amount of tax on operator.
Every person selling, leasing, renting or otherwise
furnishing or providing a coin operated amusement machine, as
defined in Sections 58-266.](11) and 58-359 of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended, shall pava license tax of two
hundred dollars and thirty-six hundredths of one percentum of th~
gross receipts received by such operator from amusement machines
operated within the county. This section shall not apply to any
person owning less than three coin machines and operating such
machines on property owned or leased by such person.
4. That this section shall take effect January !, 1984.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Hedrick stated this date and t~.me was set for a public
hearing to consider an ordinance changing the polling place for
the Swift Creek Voting Precinct. Mr. Micas stated this had been
approved on an emergency basis at the February 23, 1983 meeting
in order to forward the change to the Justice Department for
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their approval. He stated it changes the polling place at
Brandermill from the Brandermill Civic Association building to
the existing Swift Creek School for the June primary, thereafter
the polling place will be at the new Elementary School on Genito
Road. There was no opposition present. On motion of Mr. Bookman,
seconded by Mrs. Girone, the following ordinance was adopted:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE
OF THE COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD, 1978
AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING ~ 7.1-2 RELATING
TO THE POLLING PLACE FOR SWIFT CREEK VOTING PRECINCT
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
1. That § 7.1-2 of the Code of the County of Chesterfield
is amended and reenacted as follows:
Sec. 7.1-2. Precinct boundaries and polling places.
The followinq shall be the precinct boundaries and polling
places for magisterial districts in the county:
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CLOVER HILL DISTRICT
SWIFT CREEK VOTING PRECINCT:
Beginning at the center line of Hu].i Street Road (U.S. R~ute
360) where it intersects with Otterdale Road (State Route No.
667); thence in a northwardly direction ~o its intersection with
Old Hundred Road (State Roul;e 652); thence southeastwardly along
the center line of Old Hundred Road to its intersection with the
center line of Hull Street Road (U.S. Route 360); thence
southwestwardly along the center line of Hull Street Road to the
point of beginning.
The voting place for Swift Creek Voting Precinct shall be
the Swift Creek Middle School, 3700 Old Hundred Road; effective
June 15, 1983, the voting place for Swift Creek Voting Precinct
shall be "Genito" Elementary School, ]3800 Genito Road.
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Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Hedrick stated this date and time had been advertised for a
public hearing to consider an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance
substituting the "Director of Planning" for the term "Director of
Community Development" throughout the ordinance. Mr. Daniel
stated that the Planning Commission had discussed this matter the
night before and had recommended approval. Mr. Micas stated the
advantage of the this change is to make it consistent with the
operating practice of the government. He explained that there is
a conflict when an appeal, is before the Board of Zoning Appeals
from what is currently called the Director of Community
Development, which decisions are more properly the decisions of
the Director of Planning. There was no one present to discuss
this matter. On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the
Board adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE COUNTY OF
CHESTERFIELD, 1978, AS AMENDED BY AMENDING CHAPTER 21, BY
SUBSTITUTING "DIRECTOR OF PLA~NI'NG" FOR "DIt£ECTOR OF
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT" THROUGHOUT CHAPTER 21.
Subdivision of Land
Sec. 18-1. Purpose of chapter.
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These regulations are established with reasonable consideration
of the character of the county with a view toward conserving the
value of buildings upon the land and providing the best possible
environment for human habitation. It is intended that these
regulations shall suDplement and facilitate the enforcement of
the provisions and development standards contained in the Uniform
Statewide Building Code, Chapter 21 of the Code; and the general
plan. A copy of this chapter shall be maintained on file in the
office of the director of planning.
Sec. 18-2. Definitions.
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Agent. The county planning commission and the director of
planning as the provisions of this chapter require.
Sec. 18-18. Procedure for subdivision approval.
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(a) Tentative plats. The subdivider shall prepare a
proposed tentative plat in accordance with the provisions of
division 2 of this article, including a proposal for the
installation of improvements and intended dedication or
reservation of public lands. The subdivider shall then file a
letter of transmittance of the proposed tentative plat with the
planning commission along with such tentative plat. Upon receipt
of such proposed plat, the planning commission shall obtain the
required recommendations from the department of planning and
other public agencies. After receipt of' such recommendations,
the planning commission shall either (1) approve such tentative
plat, if such plat is in conformity with the provisions of this
chapter; or (2) approve the plat subject to modifications; or (3)
reject the tentative plat. Written findings giving specific
reasons for disapproval shall be reported to the subdivider
within sixty days after receJ, pt of such tentative plat. Such
reasons shall relate in general terms such modifications or
corrections as will permit approval of the plat.
For the resubdivision of lots within existing subdivisions for
the purpose of adjusting lot lines, when there is no increase in
the number of lots and no change in the existing road layout, the
director of planning is authorized to approve and sign the plat
administratively for the planning commission. Thereafter the
director of planning shall present a list of those plats
administratively reviewed to the planning commission indicating
action taken. In the event a plat is disapproved by the director
of planning, such application shall be considered by the planning
commission at their next appropriate meeting.
For the resubdivision of two lots within existing subdivision,
the director of planning is authorized to approve and sign the
plat administratively for the planning commission. Thereafter
the director of planning shall present a list of those plats
administratively reviewed to the planning commission indicating
action taken. In the event a plat is disapproved by the director
of planning, such application shall be considered by the planning
commission at their next appropriate meeting.
(b) Renewal of Tentative Plats. The planning commission
reserves the right to review the tentative plat at any time and
tentative approval of the plat shall expire twelve months from
the date of approval. When there are no changes from a
previously approved tentative plat, the director of planning is
authorized to administratively review and renew tentative plats
for additional twelve month periods subgect to all previously
imposed conditions. In the event it is deemed necessary to
require additional conditions, renewal requests shall be
considered by the planning commission at its next appropriate
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meeting. Applications for renewal shall be prepared in the same
manner as applications for initial tentative approval; provided,
however, that applications for renewal shall be submitted at
least thirty (30) days prior to expiration.
(c) Final ~gt. After complying with the terms and
conditions of tentative approval as outlined in (a) above, the
subdivider shall prepare and submit to the department of planning
the final plat incorporating a].l required modifications to the
tentative plat and the provisions of division 3 of this article.
The subdivider shall file seven reproductions thereof. The
director of planning shall determine whether or not the final
plat is in conformance with the approved tentative plat and shall
approve the final plat if such plat does so conform; or he shall
send such plat to the planning commission if not in conformity
with their recommendation as to final action thereon. Upon
receipt thereof, the director of planning shall examine the final
plat and all necessary certificates to determine its conformity
with the approved tentative plat and the requirements established
in this chapter and by the planning commission, and shall either
approve or disapprove such final plat. The director of planning
shall not approve a plat for recordation that has not been
approved by the director of utilities as meeting county
requirements for public utilities. The director of planning
shall approve or reject the final plat within sixty days of its
submission unless the subdivider is notified of objections to the
plat or the time is extended by agreement with the subscriber.
After the final plat shall have been approved by the
director of planning, the subdivider may record the plat.
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(e) Appeals. If the planning commission or director of
planning fails to approve or disapprove the proposed final plat
within sixty days after it has been officially submitted for
approval, the subdivider, after ten days' written notice to the
commission, or director of planning, may petition the circuit
court of the county to decide whether the plat should or should
not be approved. The court shall hear the matter and make and
enter such order with respect thereto as it deems proper.
If the planning commission or director of planning
disapproves a final plat and the subdivider contends that such
disapproval was not properly based on this chapter, or was
arbitrary or capricious, he may appeal to the circuit court, and
the court shall hear and determine the case as soon as may be.
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Sec. 18-23. Drawing.
The tentative plat shall be drawn at a scale of one inch
equalling fifty feet for townhouse for sale subdivisions and all
other subdivisions shall be at a scale of one inch equalling one
hundred feet. Variations in scale may be made upon request at
the discretion of the department of planning. The plat shall
show correctly on its face the following information:
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Sec. 18-39. Street right-cf-way width.
The right-of-way width of all arterials shall be that
indicated on the general plan, or if no width is indicated
thereon, such width and all other design standards shall be
determined by the planning commission upon recommendation of the
director of planning; except, that no street shall have a street
right-of-way width less than fifty feet. In no case shall the
right-of-way width of a major arterial be less than ninety feet.
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Design standards for local and collector streets in
nonresidential (commercial or industrial) subdivisions or parts
of subdivisions shall be determined by the planning commission.
In no case shall such design standards be less than the minimum
standards for a low density residential subdivision.
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Section 2].-3. Definitions.
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Director of planning. The planning director and the zoning
administrator of the county.
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Section 21-5. Duties of director of planninq.
This chapter shall be enforced by the director of planning
and such deputies ss may be appointed by him who shall have the
full cooperation of all other county officials in the enforcement
of this chapter. The building inspector, upon receipt of an
application for a permit to construct, alter or use any building
or premises, shall before granting such permit submit the same to
the director who shall certify that the proposed construction,
alteration or use of the building or premises is or is not in
violation of the provisions of this chapter. If such proposed
use is in conflict with this chaptert the building inspector
shall refuse to issue such building permit.
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Section 21-10. Penalties for violation; right of entry.
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(b) In addition to the requirements and penalties specified
above, the director of planning may, and it shall be his duty to~
invoke any other lawful procedure available to the county, such
as injunction, abatement or otherwise, as may be necessary to
prevent, restrain, correct or abate any violation of this
chapter.
(c) The director of planning or his agents may enter upon
or search any real estate or improvements thereon only after
first obtaining a valid search warrant unless either:
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Section 21-15. Powers and duties.
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(c) To hear and decide appeals from the decision of the
director of planninq. No such appeal shall be heard except after
notice and hearing as provided by section 15.1-431 of the Code of
Virginia, as amended.
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(f) TO hear and decide applications for such special
exceptions as are authorized herein. In considering an
application for a special exception, the board of zoning appeals
shall give due regard to the nature and condition of all adjacent
uses and structures and the probable effect upon them of the
proposed use. It shall also take into account the special
characteristics, design, location, construction, method of
operation, effect on traffic conditions or any other aspects of
the particular use of structure, that may be proposed by the
applicant. If it should find, after notice and hearing as
provided by Code of Virginia, section 15.1-431, as amended, that
the proposed establishment or use will not adversely affect the
health, safety or welfare of persons residing or working on the
premises or in the neighborhood, will not unreasonably impair an
adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property, nor
increase congestion in the streets, nor increase public danger
from fire or otherwise unreasonably affect public safety, nor
impair the character of the district or adjacent districts, nor
be incompatible with the general ~!ans and objectives of the
general plan of the county nor be likely to reduce or impair the
value of buildings or property in surrounding areas, but that
such establishment or u~e will be in substantial accordance with
this chapter, the board of zoning appeals may grant the special.
exception. In those instances where the board of zoning appeals
finds that the proposed use may be likely to have an adverse
effect as above, the board of zoning appeals shall determine
whether such effect can be avoided by the imposition of any
special requirements or conditions with respect of location,
design, construction, equipment, maintenance or operation, in
addition to those expressly stipulated in this chapter for the
particular class of use. If such determination be in the
affirmative, the board of zoning appeals shall impose such
requirements; or conditions, and if these are accepted by the
applicant, the board of zoning appeals shall authorize the
issuance of the special exception; otherwise, the special
exception shall be denied. The board of zoning appeals may
require satisfactory evidence and quarantee or bond that the
conditions stipulated will be and will continue to be complied
with. Any special exception may be authorized and issued for
either a limited or an indefinite period of time and shall be
revocable by the director of planning at any time for failure to
adhere to the applicable conditions. After revoking any such
permit, the board of zoning appeals shall afford the permit
holder an opportunity to be heard, as provided by the Code of
Virginia, section 15.1-43l, as amended, and giving him at least
five days written notice of the time and place of such hearing.
Sec. 21-16. Applications for special exceptions and variances.
Applications for special exceptions and variances may be
made by any property owner, tenant, government official,
department, board or bureau. Such application shall be made to
the director of planning in accordance with rules adopted by
the board of zoning appeals. The application and accompanying
maps, plans or other information shall be transmitted promptly to
the secretary of the board of zoning appeals, who shall place the
matter on the docket to be acted upon by the board of zoning
appeals. No such special exceptions or variances shall be
authorized except after notice and hearing as required by section
15.1-431 of the Code of Virginia, as amended. The director of
planning shall also transmit a copy of the application to the
planning commission which may send a recommendation to the board
of zoning appeals or appear as a party at the hearing.
Sec. 21-17. Appeals to board.
An appeal, to the board of zoning appeals may be taken by any
persons aggrieved or by any officer, department, board or bureau
of the county affected by any decision of the director of
planning. Such appeal shall be taken within thirty days after
the decision appealed from by filing with the director of
planning, and with the board of zoning appeals, a notice of
appeal specifying the grounds thereof. The director of planning
shall forthwith transmit to the board of zoning appeals all the
papers constituting the record upon which the action appealed
from was taken. An appeal shall stay all proceedings in
furtherance of the action appealed from unless the director of
planning certifies to the board of zoning appeals that by reason
of facts stated in the certificate a stay would in his opinion
cause imminent peril to life or property, in which case
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proceedings shall not be stayed otherwise than by a restraining
order granted by the board of zoning appeals or by a court of
record, on applicatiOn and on notice to the director of planning
and for good cause shown.
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Sec. 21-19. Proceedi__ngs to prevent construction of building in
violation of chapte_r__.
Where a building permit has been issued and the construction
of the building for which such permit was issued is subsequently
sought to be prevented, restrained, corrected or abated as a
violation of this chapter, by suit filed, within fifteen days
after the start of construction by a person who had no actual
notice of the issuance of the permit, the court may hear and
determine the issues raised in the litigation even though no
appeal was taken from the decision of the director of planning to
the board of zoning appeals.
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Sec. 21-23. Same--Duties of county department of planning..
The director of planning shall preserve the series of maps
filed in his office by the clerk of the board of supervisors.
The director of planning shall cause all extension, contractions
or other changes made in the boundaries of the districts shown
thereon to be indicated on the copies of the maps as soon as
practicable after the effective date of ordinances making such
extensions, contractions o~' changes.
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Sec. 21-26. Street fronta eg_~~ired.
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(bP No permit for t.~e erection, moving or conversion of any
building shall be issued unless the street, highway or road
adjoining the land on which such building is to be erected, moved
or converted is: (1) a part of the state highway system, primary
or secondary; or (2) such street, highway or road has been
suitably improved to the satisfaction of the director of planning
as adequate to provide a satisfactory means of ingress and egress
for the public. This provision shall not apply to farm
buildings, or structures not designed for human habitation.
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Sec. 21-34. Generall~
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(c) Application for conditional use. An application for a
conditional use directed to the board of supervisors shall be
filed with the department of Planning on a form prescribed by the
director. The application shall be accompanied by such plans or
data prescribed by the director of planning as being necessary to
review comprehensively the proposed project and shall include a
statement in writing ~y the app.[icant and adequate evidence
showing that the proposed conditional use will conform to the
standards set forth in (f) below. Such application shall be
forwarded from the department of planning to the planning
commission with a request to review said application with
accompanying data and recommendations. The planning commission's
action shall then be lo,yarded to the board of supervisors.
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(4) a. Application for planned uEe development. Every
applicant shall submit an application to the director of planning
indicating his intentions to proceed with a conditional use for a
planned development. Such application, in addition to other
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requirements, shall indicate the location, size and general
nature of the proposed planned development. The director of
planning may, within thirty days of receipt of such application,
instruct the applicant to provide additional special infcrmation
reasonably necessary to review the conditional use application.
An applicant whose planned development is intended to be
constructed in phases shall indicate such phases including their
proposed timing, public improvements and the impact of each
phase upon the county public uti!itv, school and fiscal plans
and programs at the same time he makes application for the
conditional use.
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d. Final plans. Final plans sha].l be final plats for
property within the planned development to be subdivided. Final
plans for lan~ not to be s~]bdivided shall be site plans as
required in division 12 of this article. Final plans shall be
submitted to the director of planning who shall approve them if
he determines such plans are in accordance with an approved
schematic plan and all applicable ordinances. If the final plans
are not in accordance with a schematic plan, then the director of
planning shall refer the final plan to the planning commission.
If the commission finds the ~inal plan not to be in accordance
with the schematic plan, the schematic plan shall be amended by
the commission, or the final plan shall be made to be in
accordance with the schematic plan before the final plan shall be
approved.
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Sec. 21-35.3. Enforcement and guarantees.
The director of planning shall be vested with all necessary
authority on behalf of the board of supervisors to administer and
enforce conditions attached to a rezoning or amendment to the
zoning map, including (1) the ordering in writing of th remedy of
any noncompliance with such conditions; (2) the bringing of legal
action to insure compliance with such conditions, including
injunction, abatement or other appropriate action or proceeding;
and (3) requiring a guarantee, satisfactory to the board of
supervisors, in an amount sufficiept for and conditioned upon the
construction of any physical improvements required by the
conditions, or a contract for the construction of such
improvements and the contractor's guarantee, in like amount and
so conditioned, which guarantee shall be reduced or released by
the county, upon the submission of satisfactory evidence that
construction of such improvements and the contractor's guarantee,
in like amount and so conditioned, which guarantee may be reduced
or released by the county, upon the submission of satisfactory
evidence that construction of such improvements has been
completed in whole or in part. Failure to meet all conditions
shall constitute cause to deny the issuance of any of the require(
use, occupancy or building permits.
Sec. 21-35.4.
index.
Zonin~m~ to show conditions; conditional zonin~
The zoning map shall show by an appropriate symbol, the
existence of conditions attaching to the zoning on the map. The
director of planning shall keep in his office and make available
for public inspection a conditional zoning index. The index
shall provide ready access to the ordinance creating conditions,
in addition to the regulations provided for in a particular
zoning district or zone.
Sec. 21-35.5. Petition for review of decision.
Any zoning applicant who is aggrieved by the decision of the
director of planning pursuant to the prcvisions of section
21.35.3 may petition the board of zoning appeals for the review
of the decision of the director of planning.
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Sec. 21-40. Near airports.
The heights of all buildings and structures located within an
area shown on an airport obstruction chart filed with the director
of planning shall be limited to the heights permissible according
to that chart.
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Sec. 21-43. Mea._u.~;ement.' ~ - ~
The minimum front yard depths specified herein, and the
minimum widths of side yards on the street side of corner lots,
sha].l be measured from the existing street right-of-way line,
except where a street is designated for widening or extension, in
which case the measurement shall be taken from the future
right-of-way line. In determining the location of such future
right-of-way lines, it shall be assumed that the street is to be
widened equally on both sides of the established center line to
the full width designated, unless there is on file with the
department of planning an attested copy :~i an officially adopted
detailed highway plan for such street widening, extension or
location, in which case the latter shall control. In no case
shall any street in an "R" or "A" District be considered, for the
purpose of this section, as having a right-of-way less than
fifty feet wide, nor in any other district less than sixty feet
wide. Each yard shall be measured horizontally to the nearest
point of the building or use area, except for allowable
projections.
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Sec. 21-56. Parking lot regulations.
(c) Buffer strips. Along any side or rear lot line which
adjoins any "R" Distr~ct, except in front yard areas, there shall
be installed and maintained an ornamental, concrete or masonry
or solid board fence or chain link fence interwoven with
aluminum slats or dense evergreen p].anting at least five feet
rh unless natural conditions provide effective screening. The
g and maintenance of all trees or shrubs shall be under
supervision of the director of planning.
· 21-72. General requirements.
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(d) Nine copies of the site plans, preliminary or final,
11 be filed with the director of planning. The filing of the
signed by the applicant or his agent shall constitute the
] for approval. The plan shall be accompanied by a
payable to the county treasurer evidencing the payment of
site plan fees as prescribed in this division for the
~ion and approval of site pi. ans.
. 21-73. Administrative res!3onsibi!ity'
(a) The director of planning shall be responsible for
~hecking the site plans for general completeness and compliance
adopted plans or such administrative requirements as may be
~stablished prior to routing copies thereof to reviewing agencies
)r officials. He shall see that all examination and review of
;he site plans are completed by the approving authorities.
(b) The director of planning shall approve or disapprove of
site plans in accordance with the reviewing authorities'
.'ecommendations. He shall then return two copies of the site
)lan, together with modifications, noting thereon any changes that
/ill be required, to the applicant not later than thirty days
from the date of submission, except under abnormal circumstances.
Section 21-74. Review of site pl~9..s by.aPproving authorities.
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(a) The director of p],mni.ng, or hJ.s agents, relative to:
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Sec. 21-75. ?eriod of va]j(_]~.~v_ of approved site plan.
An approved preliminary site plan shall become null and void
if the final site plan is not submitted to the director of
planning within one year from the date of approval of the
preliminary plan. An approved finsl site plan shall become null
and void if no significant work is done or development is made on
the site within twelve months after final site plan approval.
Construction or development may begin upon approval of the final
site plan by the director of planninG~ payment of site plan fees
and acquisition of building permits. The director of planning
may grant a single one year extension upon written request of the
applicant.
Sec. 21-76. Minor or maj..Or adjustment in approved site plan.
(a) After a site plan has been approved by the director of
planning, minor adjustments of the site plan, which comply with
the spirit of this division and other provisions of this chapter,
with the intent of the approving bodies in their approval of site
plans, and with the genera] purpose of the comprehensive plan for
development of the area, may be approved by the director of
planning with concurrence cf the reviewihg authorities concerned.
Deviation from an approved site plan without the written approval
of the director of planning shall void the plan and the director
of planning shall require the applicant to resubmit a new site
plan for consideration.
(b) Any major revision of an approved site plan may be made
in the same manner as originaL].y approved and any requirements of
this division may be waived by the director of planning in
specific cases where such requirement is found to be unreasonable
and where such waiver will not be adverse to the purpose of this
division.
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Sec. 21-113. Required conditions.
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(1) Recreational area required. An area conveniently
accessible to and included within the townhouse development of
not less than ten percent of the gross acreage shall be provided
for suitable recreational use by the occupants of the townhouse
development, and in no event shall less than 1.5 acres be so
provided. A site plan of the recreational facilities shall be
submitted to the director of planning for approval and
incorporated in the master deed as apDroved before recording.
Occupancy permits for townhouses shall be issued only when the
recreational facilities have bee}] completed according to approved
plan, or when the whole project, including recreational
facilities, has been fifty perc~nL comp].eted, or when the
developer-owner furnishes bond with approved surety to the county
satisfactory to the director of planning and county attorney.
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Sec. 21-129. P~ans' required..
Every application for the construction, operation,
maintenance and occupancy for mcbi].e home park shall be
accompanied with plans and specifications, fully setting out the
spaces, motor vehicle parking spsces, the driveway giving access
thereto, a plan of landscapJ.ng and providing a connection to a
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sanitary sewer for each and every mobile home. Before any permit
is issued for a mobile home park and the use thereof, the plans
and specifications shall first be approved by the county
department of planning and county health department, taking into
account all of the provisions as se~ out hereinabove; and
provided further~ that said plans arid specifications are in
accordance with state regulations governing mobile homes.
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Sec. 21-180. Plot p~l_an~]]ired.
Every application for the construction, operation,
maintenance and occupancs~ roi' a travel trailer park shall be
accompanied with plans and specifications, fully setting out the
trailer spaces, the }position of each travel trailer, motor
vehicle parking spaces, the driveway giving access thereto, and
a plan of landscaping. Before any permit is issued for a travel
trailer park and the use thereof, the plans and specifications
shall first be approved by the county department of planning and
health department, taking into accoun[, all of the provisions as
set out hereinabove, as well as such special conditions as may
be imposed by the board; and provided further, that said plans
and specifications are in accordance with state regulations
governing trailer pa~ks.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Hedrick stated this date and time was scheduled for a public
hearing to consider the Chesterfield County Plan for Public
Facilities. Mr. Balderson stated staff and the Planning
Commission had spent 35 hours in work sessions and had held a
public hearing considering this Plan. He stated they recommended
approval subject to slight mmendments. He stated staff has
talked with approximately 250 citizens at various meetings to
describe the plan and its impact, thrust, etc. on the cc~unity.
He stated favorable comment has been received generally on this
proposal from citizens and it is felt that this will be helpful
to the Board in making public facility decisions. He stated the
plan can be amended as often oz whenever the Board sees fit.
Mr. Zook presented the Board with a copy of the Plan. He stated
that the plan and its recommendations are good, sound
recommendations that will assist the Board in its decision-making
process wi'th regard to public faci!i~.ies. He stated staff and
the Planning Co~nission tried to shape it into a format which
will be useful to the Board. He stated it is important that the
Board feels comfortable changing the plan as it feels necessary.
He stated the plan basicall\f organizes action and direction to
achieve those goals set with the ].east wasted motion and in the
most efficient, and ]east costly fashion. He sta~ed the County
has almost doubled its population between 1970 and 1980 and we
expect another ]00,000 residents to locate here before the year
2000. He stated with this population, there is a changing
environment in the County from a rural to a more urbanized
setting and demands for, the need for and the ability to pay for
~ublic services will change. He stated the plan deals with this
~hanging environment and is one of three elements of the County's
]eneral Plan/Comprehensive Plan. He stated staff and the
lanning Commission are currently workin~ on land use and the
lan for streets and highways. He stated this deals with capital
~acilities or public facilities for Chesterfield County. He
~tated the goals are simple and pragmatic as possible. He stated
zhey assess the cuzrent level of service Jn the County which on
2he whole is adequate. He st~ted the challenge is to maintain
~hat level as the population increases, to insure that we get the
~ost out of our public facJ~!ities ~nd that they are located
~ppropriately so that %hey can deliver their services effectively
~o the general public. '
stated there are three requests to the Board:
That level of service guidelines be set b[f the Board.
That the AdministratJ_on would prepare a report for the P. oard
to look at the effect of g]~.~wth cnt. he ~.~ublic facilitJ.es
system and advise the Board who would then make public
facilities decisions.
That the Board define the full-service areas of the
County.
He stated they would also encourage the Board to consider the
concept of the urban service area into which future population
would be channeled as well as future public facilities. He
reviewed specific areas such as fire suppression and fire
stations, the library system, the parks and recreation system,
trash disposal, dra~n.~,'.~e, schools, public utilities system,
the Airport, the courthouse complex, and described the level of
service of each. He stated the major recommendation is that the
Board set the level of service guidelines, adopt the objectives
in the plan, review the ne(~ds bi-~tnnually and adopt the concept
of the full-service area in the Ccunty. He stated if the plan is
adopted, staff wi].l use it ~:o prepare recom~nendations and
bi-annual reports ~:o the B~,trd and based on those reports the
Board would make their public facilities decisions.
Mr. Dodd stated he fe.].t the Board should hold a work session on
this matter°
Mr. James Stewart, Commissioner of the Football League itl the
County for the Youth organizations, addressed only the parks and
recreation phase of it as ~']e felt other areas would be taken care
of as the need developed. He stated he has seen the presentation
previously and he felt it was a well developed and planned
concept. He stated that he would like to see an addendum made to
this with regard to parks and recreation. He stated he has
travelled throughcut the State and other jurisdictions are well
advanced over Chesterfield County in this aspect. He stated the
County is catching up but there is a long way to go. He stated
the development of H(~guenot Park should proceed faster, and Dale
Park is needed now as other districts within the County ?lave a
public park on line and operating. Mrs. Girone inquired how the
parks he discussed should be accomplished. He stated he felt it
could be advanced through the master plan and if not there are
always other "ways" in government to accomplish this. He stated
if this were not possible, he felt certain a bond referendum
would be passed by the voters as in the past.
Mrs. Elsie Elmore, member of the League of Women's Voters, stated
they plan to address this in the context of the budget as they
realize part of this will be funded through the General Fund.
She stated these are important issues and should not be too
hastily decided.
Mr. John Smith stated that he, too, felt the Board should
conclude the budget hearing before cor~nitting to this plan itself
in order to see what is in the budget and what can be
accomplished. He stated he was interested in planning but was
more interested in the result from the implementation or
non-implementation of the plan.
Mr. Daniel inquired if the plan were officially adopted as
presented (which i~:le, ntifies the public service corridor and the
corridor of the County' which will not be provided with urban
level of services) would that mean that the governing body is
establishing a policy that everythir'~g in the non-shaded area will
not have urban zoning and the shafted area will be the urbani, zed
corridor and will be where the County will be directing ali.
urbanized services. Mr. Zook st~t~-zd that the Board is currently
dealing with the conc~pt of the urban service area and the public
facilities plan locates facilities in the u~:ban service area. He
stated that specifica].ly s~.tt:[ng the line which defines the urban
service area boundary, and the land use policies which determine
what will be allowed on ope side or the other, will be addressed
by the Board in the land us,c planning process. He stated they
are not at this time ready to recommend which land use planning
policies they should be provided. He stated they would be coming
back to the Board with policies that wo~ld lead the County in
that direction in the future.
Mr. Hedrick stated this pub].ic facilities plan is a plan. He
stated in essence, staff has prep~red based on their
understandinq of the Board's posit~i.<~n at this time, the Board's
feelings that 'there is a relatir, e balance between the level of
service we now provide, the general satisfaction of the public
and the general satisfaction with the cost of government Jn the
County relative to the num[~er of peo'p].e and the level of service
we provide. He stated staff has 'to conclude the County is
growing and as a result of that growth we are going to have to
go one of several ways with new growth. He stated 'there are
going to be additional demands on exit;ting facilities, the Board
will have to make a decJ.~;ion to .keep existing facilities, build
new facilities or lower service levels by having more people use
what exists. He stated that the bond rating firms were concerned
that Chesterfield is a high growth jurJsdiction and wanted to
know what we were doing to look down the road into our future to
deal with our anticipated growth. He stated this is strictly a
guide and it is not the ]and use element. }{e stated it is simply
a matter of looking at existing service levels as the County
grows, and giving a~ indica[-i, on of what will be needed to
maintain these service levels. He stated this would be a guide
that would be used when the budget is compiled each year, the
Board would be advised of what is happening in 'the County and
what staff thinks is needed and then the Board will decide on
what is feasible.
Mr. Bookman stated that there wo~]ld have, to be some exceptions to
the areas indicated for water an¥i sewer, etc. Mr. Daniel stated
that he did not feel it was always the County's responsibility to
make exceptions just to make exceptions and that once a po!ic,v is
set, it should be adhered to. Mr. Bookman stated that septic
tank systems are an acceptable way to handle sewer and there will
be exceptions that special situations will warrant.
Mr. Dodd stated he felt the Boated w~uld need additional time to
discuss this matter. Mrs. Cirone stated that this plan is
whatever this Board o'.r a~]y future Board says it is. She stated
it is a guideline, it is flexible and it. is not cast in concre-te.
She stated it is a general direction, a general philosophy and
feeling of this Board. now and it can be changed. Mr. Dodd stated
there are fundamental things which need to be discussed regarding
the level of service 'to be provided 'the entire County.
Mr. Balderson stated the Board has discussed some of the
important things which need to be considered and perhaps a work
session could be schedu].ed before the Plan is adopted.
On motion of Mr. Bo,Dkman, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board
deferred this public hearing until May 25, 1983 and authorized
staff to schedule a work session fo~ the entire Board.
Vote: Unanimous
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board set
the date of April 27, 1983 at 10:00 a.m. for a public hearing to
consider an ordinance pertaining to the crediting of payments of
local levies to local accounts,
Vote: Unan imou s
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On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board set
the date of April 13, 1983 at 10:00 a.m. for a public hearing to
consider the conveyance of a parcel of ].and in the Airport
Industrial Park to Triad Industries, Inc.
Vote: Unanimous
It was generally agreed to defer sett.~nq a public hearing date
for consideration of an ordinance r~]ating to pet grooming shops,
veterinary clinics and veterinarv hospitals until the proposed
ordinance could be drawn or until later in the day.
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, the Board
hereby authorizes the County Treasurer to negotiate short-term
loans not to exceed $8,000,000 in accordance with Section
15.1-545 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, and the rate
of interest as determined is in compliance with Section 2.1-326
of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended. It is noted that
loans would be negotiated as needed to pay operating expenses.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Bookman suggested the deferral of consideration of PruCare
Health Care Coverage for County employees. Mr. Hodge stated
there were two representatives present who would like to address
the Board on this matter and introduced Mr. Jeff Diamond and Mr.
Charlie Crowder. Mr. Hodqe stated that he felt this proposal was
beneficial to the employees an~] that it has been coordinated with
various department heads and the School System and they are
supportive of this concept. He stated in January, 1982, the
Board authorized the modification of the'Blue Cross/Blue Shield
proposal because we were running deficits, had tremendous rate
increases, etc. He stated since that time it has progressed
nicely and we no longer have deficits and our rates aze
favorable. He stated, however, PruCare and HMO types of
policies were not available at that time although there was some
discussion of it and recently PruCare has begun operation in
Richmond. He stated PruCare is a division of Pruden~al
Insurance Company which is the ]ar~¥est and most successful Health
Maintenance Operate. on in the United States. He stated they
operate out of the McGuire Clinic at St. Luke's and St. Mary's
Hospitals with the entire staff at the Clinics being a part of
this group. He stated they have plans for a satellite operation
on Hopkins Road which will open this year and they plan to open a
facility at Jahnke and Chippenham B~siness Park. He stated the
rates are comparable to Blue Cross/Blue Shield, however, there
are no deductibles and no co-pars as there are now. He stated
the employee ~s able to go 'to the doctor as he feels necessary
with the idea in mind that if he can prevent a major illness,
they will save the money and the employees benefit as well. He
stated they do provide total care coverage for all kind of
illness, they cover such things as annual physicals which are not
now covered, no charge for additional visits, and there is a
medication and drug rider as well.
Mr. Hedrick stated that. basically staff is recommending that the
Board authorize the entering into a contract with PruCare to make
available to our employees an alternative health care progzam.
He stated employees who want to participate will be able to and
under this plan there ~s' no d~educ~.~Lle.~- ~" He stated if the
employees join and they don't like it, thev can cancel the
policy. He stated it is just an offer of an alternate source of
hospitalization. Mr. Boo~an stated within a week another such
group has begun operation and inquired if we should wait to see
what other coverage is available. Mr. Hedrick stahed that if
there are others, the law states that we cannot prevent these
companies from coming in and offering their alternate coverage.
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13.
Mrs. Girone inquired what would happen if a large number of
employees joined this group. Mr. Hodge stated, all indications
are that it would be a benefit ss it is competition for Blue
Cross/Blue Shield and usually rates qo down. He stated that
Henrico County just joined this group and had 26% of its
employees convert and had compJ.ete satisfaction. Mr. Daniel
stated no County funds are involved in this and it is not like
bidding a health insurance plan. He stated it would just be a
matter of the giving those Countsz employees who want insurance
coverage, a chance to decide which program they want coverage
through. He stated he did not feel the Board needed to take any
action as this was an operational question. Mr. Hodge stated the
contribution on the part of the County would be the same for
either option. Mr. Micas stated this allows the Board the
opportunity to choose the extent to which the Board wishes to
grant benefits for County employees. Mr. Daniel stated that if
the Board endorses the pap~', i.t still would not be endorsing
either pi. an, just giving the employees the opportunity to
participate in another plan rather than Blue Cross/Blue Shield,
whichever the employees choose. Mr. Micas stated that if other
HMO's came on and the Board wanted to grant that benefit to
emp].oyees, you could do that as well.
Mrs. Girone stated she needed more time to consider this matter
because w~tbout additional information and without knowing the
impact on the County employees, she would not vote on this
matter. She stated she did not feel this should be taken in
haste as it is a big question. After further discussion, it was
on motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, resolved that
this request be deferred until April ]3, 1983.
Vote: Unanimous
On motion of Mr. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board
approved the request from the B~ach Community Grange No. 958 for
a Bingo/Raffle permit for calendar year 1983.
Vote: Unanimous
On motion of Mr. Daniel, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board
appointed Mr. R. Garland Dodd to the Tri-Cities Policy Cemmittee
(Crater MPO) effective immediately and whose term is for an
indefinite period of time and further the Board reaffirmed Mr.
Dexter Williams as his alternate.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Newcomb, Asst. Resident Engineer with the Virginia Department
of Highways and Transportation, was present in the absence of Mr.
Frank Gee.
Mr. Newcomb reminded the Board of the Preallocation Hearing on
Primary Roads on March 31, 1983 at 10:00 a.m. at the Richmond
District Office. Mr. Dodd stated he felt all the Board members
should attend the Preallocation Hearing°
Mr. Bookman expressed an intercept in having improvements made to
the roads in Clover Hill District.
Mr. Dodd thanked Mr. Newcomb for ~ne installation of signs at the
intersection of Route 10 and Route 1o
Mrs~ Girone requested that Mr. Gee con~act her regarding the
Gordon School Crossing as the ~3esident~'~ still want a bridge
across the ditch so that %he children can walk to school.
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14.C.
15 .A.
15.B.
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board
approved and authorized the County Administrator to execute any
necessary documents for Far,ss & Williams, Inc. in the amount of
$24,946 for the construction of an addition at the Wagstaff
Circle Fire Station. It is noted that $23,150 was previously
appropriated.
Vote: Unanimous
It was generally agreed 'to defer consideration of the statement
for the Preallocat~ on Hearing ~or Primary Roads until later in
the day.
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board
approved the installation of a street light on Centre Street with
any necessary funds to be expended from the Bermuda District
Street Light Funds.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Welchons presented the Board with a report on the water and
sewer financial status.
Mr. Hedrick stated this date and 'time was advertised for a public
hearing to consider an ordinance to vacate a portion of Foothill
Lane and ten foot temporary consl~ruction easements. There was no
one present to discuss this matter. On motion of Mrs. Girone,
seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board adopted the following
ordinance:
An Ordinance to vacate a portion of Foothill Lane and 10'
temporary construction easements across lot 2, Block V, and
lot 5, Block W, Walton Park, Sectio~ G, Midlothian
Magisterial District, Chesterfield County, Virginia, as
shown on plat thereof duly recorded in the Clerk's Office of
the Circuit Court of Chesterfield County in Plat Book 35, at
Page 55.
Whereas, Queensmil! North Corporation has petitioned the Boar~
of Supervisors of Chesterfield CounLy, Virginia to vacate a
portion of Foothill Lane and 10' temporary construction easements
across lot. 2, block V, and lot 5, Block W, Walton Park, Section
G, Midlothian Magisterial District, Chesterfield County,
Virginia, more particularly shown on a plat of record in the
Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of said County in Plat Book
35, at page 55, made by J. K. Timmons and Associates, dated
January 1.5, 1980. The portion of the right-of-way and easements
petitioned to be vacated are more fully described as follows:
A portion of Foothill Lane and 10' temporary construction
easements across lot 2, block V, and lot 5, block W, Walton
Park, Section G, as shown on a plat made by J. K. Timmons
and Associates, Engineers, Surveyors, and Planners, dated
December 3, 1982, a copy of which is attached hereto and
made a part of this ordinance.
Whereas, notice has b~en ~ ~'
¢,~en pursuant to Section 15.1-431
the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, by advertising; and
Whereas, no public necessity exists for the continuance of
the right-of-way or ease~w~.ts '~ ' sought to be vacated and the
vacation will no~_ abridge the rJ.ght~ of any citizen.
Now, Therefore, Be It Ordained by ~he= Board of Supervisors
of Chesterfield County, V'irginis:
That pursuant to Section ].5.]-482 (b) of the Code of
~inia, 1950, as ~mended, the ...... ·
~,~ovc described portion of
Foothill Lane and eas_mt.n~,~ ~ - .... ' are hereby vacated and are no longer
necessary for public use.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect in
accordance with Section 15.1-48?~ (b) of the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended, and a certified copy of this Ordinance,
together with the plat attached hereto shall be record, ed no
sooner than thirty days hereafter in the Clerk's Office of the
Circuit Court of Chesterfield, Virginia pursuant to Section
15.1-485 of the Code of Virg~n?~a, 1950, as amended.
The effect of this ordinance pursuant to Section 15.1-483 is
to destroy the force and effect of the recording of the portion
of the plat vacated.
Accordingly, this Ordiuance shall be indexed in the names of
the County of Chesterfield as qrantor and Michael E. Matheny and
Kay A. Matheny, husband and wife, and C. Roy Holmes and Barbara
M. Holmes, husband and wife, ~i~'~ their successors in title, as
grantees.
Vote: Unanimous
15 .C.
15.D.1.
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board
authorized staff to proceed with the design and engineering and
to bid the project extending a water line to serve three
residents located on Branders Bridge Road and further
appropriated $75,000 (which is the estimated cost) from the
563 Surplus.
Mr. Hedrick stated this water line extension would have nothing t¢
do with serving the School. Mr. Dodd stated he felt there was a
potential for the School to connect later.
Vote: Unanimous
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board approved
the fo]lowing adjustment of appropriations for water and sewer
projects:
W80-90CD - Onnies Drive Water Line Extension - Appropriated
$1,638.01 from 563 Surplus to 380-1-60902-4393. The Board
approved this project on July 23, 1980, and no money was
appropriated.
WS1-24CD - Old Stage Road Water Line - Appropriated $19.68
from 563 Surplus 'to 380-1-61242-4393. The Board
appropriated $1,500.00 on February 25, 1981. This
additional amount will finalize the project.
W81-48C - Mount Blanco, Section 5, Block C - Appropriated
$708.26 from 563 Surplus to 380-1-61481-4393. The Board
appropriated $700.00 on May 27, 1981. This additional amoun~
will finalize the project.
Vote: Unanimous
15.D.2.
15.D.3.
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board approved
and authorized the County Administrator to execute any necessary
documents for GAVCO Corporation who submitted the low bid of
$267,000 for Contract W82-47C/6(8)2471, Improvements to the Swift
Creek Filtration Planto (Funds previously appropriated.)
Vote: Unanimous
On motion of Mr. Dodd~ seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board approved
and authorized the County Administrator to execute any necessary
documents for Guirkin Plumbi~g and Heating who submitted the low
bid of $84,721.36 for W83-1C/6{8)3011 for the Buford Road Bridge
relocation and appropriated $93,193.49 from 563 Surplus to
380-1.-63011-4393 which includes a 10% contingency.
Vote: Unanimous
83--]50
15 .D.4.
15.E.
16.
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mir. Daniel, the Board approved
and authorized the County Administrator to execute any necessary
documents for O. D. Duncanson, Jr. and Sons who submitted the bid
of $12,484.00 for W83-14CD/6{8)3142, installation of a water line
in Gill Street, and further the Board transferred $10,614.40 from~
380-1-69064-4393 and $1,418.00 from 380-1-61000-4393 to
380-1-63142-4393. It is understood that the developer of
Mathenay Forest Subdivision will contribute $1,700 towards this
improvement.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Welchons presented the Board with developer water and sewer
contracts executed by the County Administrator.
Mr. Bookman stated he would like the Board to consider a sewer
issue which was not on the agenda later in the day. It was
generally agreed the Board would do so.
Mr. Hedrick stated the County had been officially notified that
the roads in the following subdivisions had been accepted into
the State Secondary System, effective as indicated:
Length_
Howlett Road (March 10, ].983)
Beginning at the intersection with Park Road,
Route 1497, and running southwest 0.06 mile
to a dead end.
0.06 mi.
Heritage Commons, Sections A and B (March 10, 1983)
Red Lion Place - Beginning where State maintenance
ends, Red Lion Place, State Route 1952, and going 0.03
mile easterly to intersection with Homestead Court,
then continuing 0.05 mile easterly to intersection
with South Red Lion Court, then continuing 0.02 mile
easterly to tie-in to proposed Red Lion Place, Heritage
Village, Section A.
0.10 mi.
Marble Head Court - Beqi~ning at in~ersection with
Red Lion Place, State Route 1952, and going 0.08 mile
southerly to a cul-de-sac.
0.08 mi.
Homestead Court - Beqinning at intersection with Red
Lion Place and going 0.07 mile northeasterly to a
cul-de-sac.
0.07 mi.
South Red Lion Court - Beginning at intersection
with Red Lion Place and going 0.06 mile southwesterly
to a cul-de-sac.
0.06 mi.
Additions (March 15, 1983)
Sections 6, 7 and 8 of new location Route 604 from
Station 23+00 to Station 25~00.
0.66 mi.
Section 9 of new connecti~>n Route 759 at left of
Station 13+60.
0.I0 mi.
Abandonment
Sections 1 and 2 of old location Route 604 and
Station 5 of old location Route 759 between
Station 2~+00 and Route 360.
0.34 mio
83-].51
18.
7~C.
19 .A.
Phe Board recessed to travel to tl~e Beach Communi'ty Grange for
lunch where they were the guests of the Soil and Water
2onservation District, the Farm Bureau and the Grange.
Reconvening:
Phe Board discussed the zoning districts where verterinary
clinics, pet grooming facilities, veterinary hospitals, etc. were
allowed. Mrs. Girone indicated she would like the Planning
Commission to address this matter and consider pet grooming
facilities in B-2 and as a Condi~:ional Use in B-1 and that
veterinary clinics and veterinary outpatient facilities be
allowed in B-2 and permitted as a Conditional Use in B-1. After
further discussion, it was on motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by
Mr. Bookman, requested that the P].anning Commission to consider
an amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding the zoning
districts where pet shops, pet grooming facilities, veterinary
clinics, veterinary outpatient facilities and veterinary
hospitals would be allowed.
Vote: Unanimous
83SR040
In Bermuda Magisterial District, J. W. Fulgham requested renewal
of a Mobile Home Permit to park a mobile home on property which
he owns. Tax Map Sec. 1].5-7 (1) parcel 15 and better known as
4210 West Hundred Road (Sheet 32).
The applicant was not present. There was no opposition present.
It was generally agreed that this matter would be deferred until
later in the day.
83SRO41
In Bermuda Magisterial District, Randolph E. Browder, Sr.
requested renewal of a Hobile Home Permit to park a mobile home
on property which he owns. Tax Map Section 98-6 (3) Belmeade,
Block 6, Lots 18, 19, 20 through 23 and better known as 10610
Ravindale Avenue (Sheet 32)~
Mr. Browder was present. There was no opposit~on present. On
motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board approved
this request for a period of five years subject to the following
conditions:
The applicant shall be the owner and occupant of the mobile
home.
e
No lot nor parcel may be rented nor leased for use as a
mobile home site, nor shall any mobile home be used for
rental property. Only one (1) mobile home shall be
permitted to be parked on an individual lot or parcel.
The minimum lot size, yard setbacks, required front yard,
and other zoning requirements of the applicable zoning
district sha].l be comp].ied wJ. th~ except that no mobile home
shall be located closer than 20 feet to any existing
residence.
No additional permanent-type living space may be added onto
a mobile home. Ail mobile homes shall be skirted but shall
not be placed on a permanent foundahion. Personal goods and
~hicles shall not be sto~'ed underneath the mobile home.
Where public (County) water and/or sewer are available, they
shall be used.
Upon being gran~:ed a permit for Hobile Home Permit/Special
Exception, t~,.e applicant shall then obtain the necessary
permits from-the Office of the Building Official. This
shall be done prior %o the insta]Jation or relocation of the
mobile home.
fi3-152
20 .B.
20 .A.
Any violation of the above conditions shall be grounds for
revocation of a mobile home permit for a mobile home.
Vote: Unanimous
82S097
In Bermuda MagJ. sterial District, J. Car]. Morris requested
rezoning from Agricultural (A) to Residential (R-7) of an 85 acre
parcel fronting approximately 2,000 feet on the north line of
Enon Church Road, and located approximately 1,500 feet west of
its intersection with Loren [)rive. Tax Map 135-11 (1) part of
parcel 1 and Tax Map 135-14 (1) part of Parcel 1 (Sheet 42).
Mr. Balderson stated the applicant i~ad requested withdrawal of
this request. Mr. Dodd inquired if Mr. Morris had submitted a
revised application. Mr. Ba]derson stated that he had not at
this time but indicated he might. On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded
by Mr. Bookman, the Board accepted the request of the applicant
for withdrawal.
Vote: Unanimous
82S022
In Clover Hill Magisterial District, Pavell & Company, Ltd.
requested rezoning from Agricultural (A) to Residential (R-9) of
a 71.79 acre parcel fronting approximately 2100 feet on the south
line of West Road and located directly across from its
intersection with Egan Road. Tax Map 40-14 (1) parcels 15, 16
17, 18 and part of parcels 43 and 44 (Sheet 15).
Mr. Balderson stated this case was being forwarded to the Board
with no recommendatioa from the Planning Commission. He stated
it has been deferred numerous times. He added the applicant has
submitted two proffers this date, but he has not had a chance to
review them in any detail. He stated, however, it appears the
newly submitted proffers are similar to those submitted
previously and are, therefore, unacceptable.
Mr. Bookman stated the two proffers were: (1) half the cost, up
to $15,000 to improve the intersection of West and Turner Roads;
and (2) to cul-de-sac West Road on each end.
Mr. Don Pavell was present. He stated that they want to develop
a nice residential community, they do own the adjacent 27 acre
parcel and they are establishing the reputation in the area o~
doing quality work.
Mrs. Marcy Berger, speaking on behalf of the majority of the
members of the Bel-Lake Civic Association, was present. She
expressed appreciation for the time staff has given to assist
them in this matter. She stated that West Road is very narrow
and the intersection of Turner and West Roads is very dangerous.
She ststed whether this development is approved or not, a problem
exists now. She stated they do disagree with staff in making
West Road a through s't~-eet to Newbys Bridge Road and ideally
there should be an access to Belmont Road. She stated they have
discussed this matter with the develoDer and he has offered
$15,000 to improve the intersection of West Road and Turner and
will cul-de-sac West Road at both ends. She stated they were
against zoning completely unless the two proffers are accepted.
She stated this is by no means the best solution, but it is a
livable one. She stated the majority of the residents in this
general area could support zoning with the two proffers.
Mr. Hedrick stated he was not sure of the legality of the first
proffer, but the second did not q,~aii~!y as a legal proffer.
83-]_53
Mrs. Harrington, member of the North Belmont Hills Civic
Association, stated that she agreed with Mrs. Berger except a
thoroughfare already exists through %he subdivision.
Specifically, she stated that Creekwood Subdivision residents
utilize Belmont Hills Subdivision to travel to Chippenham and
Belmont. She stated the improvement for the intersection of
Turner and %,,;est Roads was on the six year plan, but has been
taken off completely. She stated she had talked to the Highway
Dept. and they indicate the~e is nothing that can be done to
improve th~s intersection other than taking the dip out of the
road. She inquired if $'~5,000 wou.ld be enough to make the
intersection safe. Mr. Bookman stated this $15,000 was not
enough by itself, but the developer is offering to pay half the
cost up to $15,000 which will help. Mrs. Harrington stated she
appreciated the $15,000 but it would not make the improvements
which are necessary. She further noted the Highway Dept. has
indicated they do not have anv matching funds to make these
improvements. Mr. Bookman dis~:ussed routing half of the traffic
to Newbys Bridge Road which might eliminate some of the problem
at the intersection. Mrs. Harrington stated that she felt it
would be best to cul-de-sac West Road. Mr. Balderson stated that
it was staff's position that regardless of whether or not West
Road becomes a through street, is cul-de-saced, etc., a third
access from this parcel, southwardly to Belmont Road should be
constructed and that the ultimate development of this property
should be predicated upon a portion of that traffic being
directed in that fashion. He stated that the Planning
Commission, in reviewing subdivision plans, has historically
looked at plans with those requirements in mind and as a
condition of approval require that before total build-out,
a third public road access be provided, t{e stated the question
of road network design is a p~:~rview of the subdivision plan
review and approval process by the Planning Commission. He
stated staff had not come to a final decision as to whether West
Road should be copnected and such a decision will be arrived at
when the tentative plan is submitted to the Planning Commission.
He stated that he felt perhaps the applicant felt this proffer
would lock in the Planning Commission to some tentative plan
approval whJ. ch is not the case, as the Planning Commission could
address the issue regardless of what proffers are made today.
Mrs. Harrington stated that they were opposed because the roads
were not adequate, the sight distance is poor and the Highway
Department does not have any plans to improve the roads. She
stated this should be investigated further to provide safe exits
and entrances in the area. She stated she could not agree that
the developer put up some money when there is no matching money
for necessary improvements. She stated she felt Mr. Bookman had
already decided this case. She stated they were in favor of West
Road being cul-de-saced and if the matching funds were available
they would be in favor of the request, however, those funds are
not availab].e. She stated, the proffers are not valid. She
added the Highway Department, staff, etc. are against
cul-de-sacing West Road.
Mr. Ba]derson stated that staff had suggested the developer apply
for a Conditional Use Planned Development but he did not want to
proceed in that manner. He noted the Conditional Use process
could have dealt with these types of issues.
Mr. Bookman stated th~qt because no one had showed up at the last
meeting and because it ha~9 b~en qoing on for so long, he did have
a decision in his mind wh~;n he c.~ln,e to the meeting. He stated he
felt it might be best to accept half of the cost of the
improvements or $].5,000 which would be a start to improving the
intersection. He stated he also re[it staff and the Commission
when considering the layout of this ~>iece of property~ will
require a road that will abut property between that a]%d Belmont
Road.
He stated that the developer cannot b~: [orced to provide access
~cross another's property, but it was felt that eventually when
~djacent property is developed, a third access will be provided.
He stated that perhaps fund~ could be found, for example, revenue
sharing funds could be put to this road if the supervisor of the
~rea felt it was necessary.
4s. Debra Posey stated the condition of West Road before you get
to the intersection of West Road a~-~d Turner Road is bad also.
She stated that the sight d~stance is hazardous and there is no
Ipainted median, there Js excessive traf£ic and this subdivision
~ill make the situation worse. She suggested there not be any
more zoning until an access to Belmont Road is provided. She
stated opposition to any zoning until there is another access.
Mr. Daniel stated that he did not support this at the Planning
Co~nission and he would ncr again today. He stated he felt
the proper approach to this request would be through Conditional
Use Planned Development which would address all the concerns
mentioned today and some that were not. He stated the County
Attorney has indicated that the proffer of half of the cost of
improving the intersection was illegal and could not be accepted.
Mr. Micas stated under straight rezoning with proffers, State law
does not allow cash cont]3ibutions. Mr. Bookman stated he was
certain that the County has accepted funds for a developer to
improve other areas. Mr. Micas stated not under straight zoning.
Mr. Daniel stated that even if the Board accepted the proffer
regarding the cul-de-sacing, the Planning Commission is not
obligated to approve i~. Mr. Micas stated that road alignment is
still the responsibility of the Planning Commission and they
could see fit to change it and if they did approve a different
road configuration, the developer could not begin to develop
because his zoning and subdivision approval would be
inconsistent. He stated although ~he Board could accept proffer
number 2, he would advise against it because ultimate authority
for road configuration remains with the Planning Commission. Mr.
Daniel stated that based on the health, safety and welfare of all
Iparties, the proper approach would be through Conditional Use
Planned Development. He stated anything that has been at the
County level for this long and still needs to be hammered out at
this late date must have something wrong with it. He stated a
Conditional Use Planned Development would address all specifics,
such as the traffic pattern, the improvements that will have to
be made, the question of the third access and how you are to get
out of the property, and will put it all in a neat package. He
stated that there was a lot of opposition to this request. He
stated that since the PlanniDg Commission meeting, no new
information has been prescnted with the exception of spelling out
the dollar amount instead of indicating one-half of the cost of
improvements.
Mr. Bookman inquired what could be accomplished by a Conditional
Use Planned Development other than the layout of the lots and the
roads. Mr. Balderson responded that a Conditional Use Planned
Development would consider not only the land use question but
also how it is accomplished. He ~tated the proffers that have
been made deal beyond the ].and use and density question. Mrs.
Girone questioned why it has taken 7 months to determine that a
Conditional Use Planned Developme~t ~s the most appropriate means
of obtaining approval and critized whoever was responsible for
allowing it to proceed. She stated the Board should vote on this
· ssue of R-9 zoning and if it is approved, send it back to 'the
Planning Commission for site plannin9 review, as everyone is
aware of the problem with West Road. ~r. Balderson stated the
applicant was advised and the case deferred several times by the
Planning Commission to allow the applicant to decide whether to
amend for a Conditional Use Planned Development.
83-]55
20 .C.
Mr. Pavell stated he owns additional land in the area and plans
to purchase more which will ultimately abut Belmont Road. He
stated he was aware of the responsibi].ity to develop a proper
community and planned to do
Mr. McCracken was present and stated 'that the Highway Department
sees a need for a road from Newbys Bridge Road to Belmont Road.
He stated he J.s concerned about~ the D~offers that West Road would
be cul-de-saced on each end. He stated if this were done, the
traffic will be routed onto Manning Road, which the residents are
against. He stated he felt this property should be zoned under a
Conditional Use Planned Development to allow and insure a road
network from Newbys Bridge Road to Belmont Road. Mrs. Girone
stated she felt a grid patter]] for the roads was what was needed
for the entire neighborhood, not necessarily a Conditional Use
Planned Development on this little parcel.
Mr. Dodd stated he felt something was not right with this case if
the Highway Department were concerned.
Mr. Hedrick advised the Board they were getting into matters that
would not be legally binding for this zoning case. Mr. Micas
reiterated that the proffer of $15,000 could not be accepted. He
further advised that the cul-de-sac proffer can be accepted but
he advised against it as the Planning Commission makes the final
decision on road networks.
Ms. Berber stated they tried to have something added in
conditions at the Board level because when they go to Planning
Commission, etc. the adjacent property owners are not made aware
of it and conditions are changed, amended, etc. Mr. Bookman
stated he also felt that if conditions are not placed on the
developer at this point, they might not be by the Planning
Commission. ' -
After further discussion, it %~as on motion of Mr. Bookman,
seconded by Mr. Dodd, resolved that the Board defer this request
until May 25, 1983 and further that a committee made up of the
developer, Mr. Balderson, M~. McCracken and someone (or more than
one) of leadership representing the majority of the Community,
meet to discuss this matter to answer ali the question, s addressed
here today.
Mr. Balderson e×plained that to change this request will require
the applicant making an amendment through the proper application
process. He stated if a Conditional Use is sought, it may be
necessary to go back before the Planning Commission. He stated
staff cannot initiate any action on filing a plan for the
applicant, but can advise him.
Mr. Dodd stated he felt this was a wise move and, hopefully,
a better situation can be accomp].ished than what was proposed.
Vote: Unanimous
82S108
In Matoaca Magisterial District, Stamie E. Lyttle requested
rezoning from Agricultural (A) to Residential (R-40) of a 105
acre parcel fronting approximately 1,700 feet on the west line of
Coalboro Road, and located approximately 1,600 feet north of its
intersection with River Road. Tax ~Iap 124 (1) parcel 64 (Sheet
37).
Mr. Balderson stated that the applicant has requested that this
case be deferred an additional 60 days because the first
20.D.
soil evaluations have not been completed due to wet weather.
There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board
deferred consideration of this case until May 25, 1983 as
requested by the applicant.
Vote: Unanimous
82S109
In Midlothian Maq'isteria] District, E. M. Ciejek requested
rezoning from Agricultural {A) to General Business (B-3) of a
11.5 acre parcel fronting approximz, tely 230 ~eet on the east line
of Grove Road, and lo~ated appro×imately 1,500 feet south of its
intersection with Midlothian Turnpike. Tax Map 16-16 (2) Sunny
Dell Acres, Lots 17, ].8, 19, 20, 21 and 22 (Sheet 7) .
Mr. Balderson stated the Planning Commission had recommended
approval of the request subject to a single condition. Mr. Jim
Hubbard stated that they agreed with the condition but requested
that the buffer be reduced to 20 ft. which is being required for
an adjacent pro!'~erty. He stated the abutting property will be
turned into a private park and if the applicant puts outside
storage, they could go back to the 50 ft. buffer. Mr. Balderson
stated that B-3 allows heavy uses such as outside storage, etc.
Mr. Hubbard inquired if it could be written that if there were
outside storage a 50 ft. buffer wcu£d be maintained but 20 ft.
otherwise. Mrs. Girone stated she felt the entire 50 ft. buffer
was needed now, but the applicant could request an amendmen~
later if there were no outside storage. There was no opposition
present.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board
approved this request subject t.o the following condition with the
understanding the Board will consider reducing the 50 ft. buffer
should the site plan warrant such action:
A fifty (50) foot buffer shall be maintained along the
eastern and southeastern property lines. This buffer shall
be maintained in its natural state with no clearing or
grading permitted. There shall be no facilities permitted
within this buffer area.
Vote: Unanimous
20 .E.
83S004
In Clover Hill Magisterial District, C. J. Hubbard, Inc.
requested renewal of a Conditional Use (Case 77S190) to permit
the operation of a turkey shoot in an Agricultural (A) District
on a 7.44 acre parcel fron~ing approximately 400 feet on the west
line of Courthouse Road, and located approximately 2,700 feet
north of its intersection with Hull Str~et Road, and better known
as 3000 Courthouse Road. ~'a~ Map 49-3 (1) parcel 2 (Sheet 14).
Mr. Balderson stated %he ?lanning Co~'~.ssion recommended
approval of this ~'equest subject to certain conditions. Mr.
Hubbard was present and stated the conditions were acceptable.
There was no opposition present. On motion of Mr. Bookman,
seconded by Mr. Dodd, t~e Board approved this request subject to
the following conditions:
This Conditional Use shall ke granted to and for C. J.
Hubbard, Inc~, exclusively, and shall not be transferable
nor run with the land.
2. This Conditional Use shall be c~ranted for three (3) ~ears.
83-]57
20 .F.
20 .G.
Hours of operation shall be restricted to between 12 noon
and 9:00 p.m. on Saturday.
The use of firearms shall be limited to shotguns only.
Alcohol~.c beverages shall be p~ohibited.
Ali driveways and parking areas shall be graveled.
All weeds and vegetative qrowth at. the Courthouse Road
entrance shall be kept cut so as to afford good siqht
distance for vehicles entering and exiting the parcel·
Within thirty (30) days of the approval of this Cond~.tional
Use, certification from the County Police Department,
ver[fyin9 that fhis opera~ion complies with all State and
County regulations, shall be submitted to the Planning
Department. It shall be the applicant's responsibility to
obtain this certification from the Police Department and
transmit it to Staff prior' to any continued activity.
The existing pit privies shall be removed and the pits
filled and covered. Portable chemical toilets shall be
placed on the site or new pit privies constructed.
SanitatioD facilities shall be approved by the Health
Department prior to construction.
Vote: Unanimous
83S010
In Midlothian Magisterial. District, Vet~e Enterprises, Inc.
requested rezoning from Agricultural CA) to Residential (R-9) of
a two (2) acre parcel fronting approximately 580 feet on the west
line of Spirea Road, and located approximately 520 feet north of
its intersection with Lucks Lane. Tax Map 26-15 (1) part of
parcel 3 (Sheet 7).
Mr. Balderson stated the Planning Commission had reco~nended
approval of this request. Mr. ?owell, developer was present.
Mr. Charles Vette stated there has been a problem getting Spirea
Road into the State System with regard to additional easements at
the creek other than the normal 50 ft. as well as a drainage
easement south of the property. He stated that he and Mr. Powell
had made repeated efforts to obtain the easements over the past 6
or 7 months and wanted that in the record. There was no
opposition present.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board
approved this request.
Vote: Unanimous
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In Clover Hill Magisterial District, Wayne D. Morris requested
rezoning from Agricultural CA) to Residential (R-9) of a 65.4
acre parcel fronting a[>proximate].y 550 feet on the east line of
Newbys Bridge Road, and located directly across from its
intersection with Jacobs Roa~]. Tax Map 50-].5 {1) parcels l0 and
48 (Sheet 14).
Mr. Balderson stated the Planning Commission had recommended
denial of the request for Residential (R-9) and approval of
Residential (R-12). Mr. Jim Hayes~ was present representing the
applicant and they agreed with 'the R-12 recommendation. Mr.
Bookman inquired why public; sewer was not to be utilized. Mr.
Hayes stated that it was not economically feasible as it was too
~ar away. He stated 'they would be u~'{i, ng public water and there
would be 45-50 lo.ts. Mr. Bookman teac3 a letter from
20. H.
19 .A.
Mr. Schuster, of the Fernbrook SubdivisJ. on, objecting to this
rezoning due to traffic on Newbys Bridge and Fordham Roads. Mr.
Bookman stated that he did not like approving septic tanks in
this area. Mr. Hayes stated that there is a place for septic
tanks in the County and water is not that feasible, but they are
extending it nevertheless. He stated with the new septic tank
restrictions, there should not be any ]~ng term problems. Mr.
Bookman stated he would move approval subject to installation of
public water. Mr. Micas stated that installation of public water
could not be a condition of this zoning case. Mr. Hayes stated
the Plannin~I Commission had given tentative approval at their
meeting last Dight which Jnciuded public water.
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded bv Mr. Dodd, the Board denied
the request for Residential (R-9) and approved rezoning to
Residential (R-12) .
Vote: Unanimous
83S012
In Matoaca Magisterial District, David C. and Linda J. Matthews
requested rezoning from Residential (R-15) to Agricultural (A) of
a 7.33 acre parcel fronting approximately 50 feet on the south
line of Rhodes Lane, and located approximately 2,400 feet west of
its intersection with Sandy Ford Road. Tax Map 160 (1) parcel 18
(Sheet 48).
Mr. Balderson stated th~ Planning Commission had recommended
approval of this request. Mr. Matthews was present. There was no
opposition present. On motion of Mr. Robertson, seconded by Mr.
Bookman, the Board approved this request'.
Vote: Unanimous
83SR040
In Bermuda Magisterial District, J. W. Fulgham requested renewal
of a Mobile Home Permit to par~ a mobile home on property which
he owns. Tax Map Sec. 115-7 (1) parcel 15 and better known as
4210 West Hundred Road (Sheet 32).
There was no one present to discuss this matter. On motion of
Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board approved this
request for a period of five years subject to the following
conditJ, ons:
The applicant shall be 'the owner and occupant of the mobile
home.
No lot nor parcel may be rented nor leased for use as a
mobile home site, nor shall any mobile home be used for
rental property. Only one (1) mobile home shall be
permitted to be parked on an individual lot or parcel.
The minimum lot size, yard setbacks, required front yard,
and other zoning requirements of the applicable zoning
district shall, be complied with, except that no mobile home
shall be located closer than 20 feet to any existing
residence.
No additional permanent-type living space may be added onto
a mobile home. All mobile homes shall be skirted but shall
not be placed on a permanent foundation. Personal goods and
a~ticles shall not be stored underneath the mobile home.
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Where public (County) water and/or sewer are available, they
shall be used.
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Upon being granted a permit for Mobile Home Permit/Special
Exception, the applicant shall then obtain the necessary
permits from the Office of the Building Official. This
shall be done prior to the installation or relocation of the
mobile home.
Any violation of the above conditions shall be grounds for
revocation of a mobile home permit for a mobile home.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Hedrick stated three items had been passed by. He stated one
was a real estate matter, the o~her being the highway
preallocation statemeDt and the proposed amendment to the zoning
ordinance.
Mr. Bookman stated that there were some people present who would
like Board consideration of a sewer issue. He stated this
request involves a situation that needs as early an answer as is
possible and that the Utilities Department is aware of this
mat~er. He stated it is a conceptual approval of a pumping
station to serve 510 acres. Mr. Daniel inquired if this should
first be considered and reviewed by staff prior to coming to the
Board. Mr. Bookman stated that he d~.d not see any harm in
considering this item to give these people an answer as
Brandermill's pump station and force main is being designed at
this time. He stated this has been reviewed by staff for
approximately 2 months. Mr. Hedric]~ stated that he felt this
approach did not follow plroper procedures to handle things of
this nature. He stated staff has not had the opportunity to
properly review it and will not be able'to offer comments
regarding the matter. Mr. Bookman stated that many times the
Board has entertained items that were not on the agenda and these
gentlemen have talked with him, Mr. Robertson and Mr. Dodd. Mr.
Hedrick stated it has not been the policy of the Board to
negotiate sewer projects in public meetings.
Mr. Welchons presented a map and indicated that the developers
present were interested in serving the property on the north side
of Route 360 back upgrade to a pump station on the south side.
M~'. Bookman explained that several vears ago Brandermill came in
with a plan to go across the pond or go down by the shore line.
He stated he understood the Board to have made a decision not to
go by the shore line but to allow Bright Hope pump station to be
built to serve that east of the reservoir· He stated that a
second pump station has been allowed in Woodlake to pump over to
Route 360 and along to Swift Creek bypassing Bright Hope pump
station· He stated these people have 450 acres of land and 60
more acres of zoned industrial land on the southside of Route 360
at the dry creek· He stated they would like to have conceptual
approval, subject to seeing if any other people in the drainage
basin want to participate, to p~]t in a pumping station· He
stated there is no cost to the County in what they want to do
regarding installation, there are no rebates or fees. He stated
it is approximately a $400,000 station and force main. He stated
they are willing to put that in but they need to incorporate ~
larger force m~in into Brandermill's plan while it is being
drawn. He stated there has been an interest indicated by two
other property owners· He inquired if there were any problems
with them participating if they put up the money to share in the
cost of enlarging the pump station· Mr. Welchons stated he did
not know at this point but he thought it would work. Mr. Bookman
stated what is needed is a conceptual agreement by the Board to
allow a pumping station on the southside to serve this 510 acres
which will pump the sewage into Brandermill's force main and back
to Swift Creek°
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Mr. Daniel stated he felt the Ut~lities Dept. should look at this
matter and report back to the Board as he was not certain this
concept was right or wrong. Mr. Dodd stated that Brandermill was
getting ready to install a 16 inch line, and an 18 inch line
would be needed to serve the Hancock's and Woodlake, and if
Brandermill J.s not slowed down at this poJ~nt it may be too late.
Mr. Hedrick stated that when the Board discussed Woodiake all the
issues that are coming related to this issue were raised at that
time, which was that J.f you allowed a pump station for Woodlake
you would be deviating from the County's policy of continuing a
gravity system. He stated then the Board voted against staff's
recommendation to allow the system for Woodlake which staff's
contention was that other requests would come in if this were
approved. He stated the Board then approved this so as not to
hold Woodlake up. He stated then $318,000 was approved to do an
overall utility master plan to address this situation so that we
would not get into making exceptions without having an overall
picture, address 'the short and long range cost for development in
the area, etc. He stated if this is approved, Charter Colony
will come in as will. Evergreen, and money will be wasted. Mr.
Bookman stated those propertic~ on the other side of the lake
were discussed at that time as well as the possibility of
determining if this could be pumped over into the Falling Creek
drainage basin rather than gravity fed around the lake. He
stated he hoped that was being studied. He stated this will not
cost the County anything and the people will pay their connection
fees. Mr. Dodd stated that the Hancock property was addressed
separately and the Board said that it would be handled and it is
no surprise. He stated that he felt the Hancocks should be
treated equally. He sta'ted he understands now that Brandermill
is not as far a long as original].y thought. Mr. Hedrick stated
these conclusions might be accurate but he did not know at this
time.
Mr. Bookman stated he would like conceptual approval. Mr. Daniel
stated he would agree with staff analyzing and giving the Board
full recommendations before he could vote on this. Mr. Bookman
inquired if we could deny a property owner from connecting to the
County sewer system if there is nc cost to the County. Mr. Micas
stated you could place appropriate conditions on the use of the
public system as each case is different.
Mr. Hedrick stated that he felt this was a mistake and he needed
to say so as the Board is making a decision based on what is good
for one individual. Mr. Daniel stated that staff should
investigate all. possibi].ities and recommendations regarding this
matter. He stated he felt the cost and alternatives should be
presented to the Board.
Mr. Pat Bowe was present and stated he had been discussing this
with Mr. Welchons. Mr. Welchons stated that was true but only
this past Friday had they presented additional information which
staff has not had time to review and he is not prepared to make
any recommendation at this time. Mr. Hedrick stated Brandermill
may change their original idea on sewering the area as they have
contacted him and are considerinq resurrecting the issue, but at
this point the County does not know. Mr. Bowe stated that if
Brandermill goes within 1500 feet of their property with their
line that these developers want the line enlarged from a 16 inch
to an 18 inch. Mr. Bookman stated he felt the concept could be
approved. Mr. Dodd stated he wanted to make sure the door was
not closed to the Hancock's regarding 'the possibility of
connecting to the public lines but he 'fe]..t staff's input was
important. There was some discussion regarding pumping stations,
their maintenance, staff's position, danger of pump station's at
the reservoir, etc. After further discussion it was on motion
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of Mr. Daniel, seconded bv }Ir. Dodd, resolved that the Board
authorize staff to investigate a].] of these issues for their
analysis and bring back to the Board recommendations for
consideration for the Hancock property at the April 13, 1983
meeting. Mr. Daniel stated that staff should contact Brandermill
and inform them of the Hancocks' interest and the possibility of
their' connecting to the line.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Hedrick stated that if the Hancocks would have called and
told him that time was of the essence, staff would have tried to
have this matter on the agenda for discussion.
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board went into
Executive Session to discuss disposiZion of publicly held
property and potential legal matte]-s as relating to Bermuda Run
as permitted by Section 2.1-344 (a) (2) and (6), respectively, of
the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
Vote: Unanimous
Reconvening:
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mrs. Girone, the Board set a
public hearing date of April 27, 1983 at 10:00 a.m. rather than
April 13, 1983 (as previously set earlier this day) to consider
the conveyance of a parcel o~ land at the Airport Industrial Park
to Triad, Inc. and authorized the County Administrator to enter
into a contingent contract for sale of said property.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Balderson presented the Board with the proposed Preallocation
Hearing Statement for Primary Roads and stated the situation with
priorities has not changed significantly since last year in terms
of what our priorities are. He stated we have made significant
progress on Route 288 and Powhite Parkway and the HighWay
Department has suggested that the second phase of the Route
360/Chippenham interchange project be included in the priority
list for Chesterfield. He stated that based on the position the
County took last year and has maintained throughout this year,
it would be better to hake those monies and put them on the Route
288 project since that is our top priority. Mrs. Girone stated
it was her understanding that the County did not know how much of
the money from toils would come to the County for Route 288. Mr.
Balderson stated the County has yet to receive a priority
schedule from the Highway Department as to how the money will be
spent or for which projects. She inquired if we should allocate
money to that now. Mr. Balderson stated it is staff's best
indication that the toll road money is not enough to go around to
all the projects that are planned. Mrs. Girone stated Mr. Harold
King, Highway Commissioner, told her that it would build Route
288 for two lanes and obtain the four lane right-of-way and she
felt we should hope for that. Mr. Balderson stated that as far
as these priorities are concerned, it would add weight to our
position of priorities if the #l priority is Route 288/Powhite
and we put whatever money we have on that project.
Mr. Bookman inquired when the Board changed the priority list as
Route 360 interchange was third on the list and the first two
were accomplished but now it is #4. He stated last year's
projects were not listed in priority order, but they are this
year. Mr. Williams bziefly explained the previous priority
listings and how annual statements for t. he last few years had
been made without respect to priority listing adopted in 1977.
He stated 'that the County Administrator felt the recent lack of
all adopted list was a problem and that a new list is proposed.
He stated that on the new lzst are t.bos~e things which can
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reasonably be expected in the ne×t 6-10 years with funding
sources. He stated the previous list was endless and without a
~ommitment for funds and involved shifting priorities constantly·
Re stated in the last few years annual statements had been made
and the priorities were based on those statements, but it is
proposed that this list will be what the County's statements will
De based on. Mr. Bookman stated he could not understand why the
Route 360 interchange was reduced in priority. Mr. Williams
stated that the traffic in that corridor would be taken care of
t~y the Powhite Extension. He stated that the Powhite Extension
land Route 288 were the Board's top priority and as such Route 288
Will take all the money forever. Mr. Bookman stated he did not
feel the Huguenot Road project, should take priority· Mr.
Williams stated that the funds relocat4nq Elkhardt Road and
relocating Lancers Boulevard for the first phase will be done
next spring· Mr. Williams stated this year the Highway Dept. has
allocated $245,000 for this phase. Mr. Bookman inquired how much
was allocated for Huguenot Road. Mr. Williams indicated
$600,000. Mr. Bookman stated the Board has not changed its
priorities and he stated he felt. the Route 360 area is the worst
in the County. Mr. Hedrick stated that based on the current
traffic patterns in that area ~hat is correct but with Powhite
being built, it will change the traffic pattern substantially and
therefore the $3,000,000 wculd be better spent on another project
as opposed to spending it on Route 360 when staff thinks it will
be solved.
Mr. Bookman stated that means 5-7 years before relief would be
coming to this area. Mr. Dodd stated the four laning of Route 10
from Route 1 to Route 10 has now fallen to ~9. Mr. Hedrick
reviewed the priorities on the list which were as follows:
Completion of preliminary engineering and toll. funding
analysis for Powhite Parkway and Route 288 from Powhite to
Route 360.
2. Huguenot and Robious Road intersection.
3. Chippenham and Hopkins Posd interchange.
4. Route 360 and Chippenham Interchange, first phase.
5. Route 288 from Route 360 to 1-95.
6. Route 10 Bridge replacement in Chester.
Mr. Bookman stated he felt there was no higher priority than the
Route 360 and Chippenham interchange. Mr. Dodd stated if Route
288 to Powhite and around is constructed, there would be no
problem at Route 360. Mr. Bookman stated that would be true but
if we get the Laburnum route, this will still be a major
intersection with no cloverleaf on Chippenham other than Jahnke
Road. After some discussion it was generally agreed that the
last sentence be taken off on page D3 of the statement. Mr.
Williams stated after talkJ.ng with the Highway Department, the
only projects the County has discretion on (switching funds for
projects and the fact that you cannot for bridges, etc.) is the
Huguenot Road project, the Route 360 project and possibly the
Powhite Study funding. He stated we did not have any discretion
regarding Route 288 right-of-way or bridqes, etc. Mr. Bookman
stated the 360 interchange is not. in there at all. Mr. Williams
stated that staff was reco:'~ending the seccnd phase be deferred.
Mr. Bookman stated he could not go along with this. Mr. Daniel
stated that he felt the Route 360 interchange was also important.
Mr. Dodd stated that he felt the corridor of Route 10 between
Route i and Chippenham is very important also. Mr. Hedrick
stated his last conversation'regarding Route 288 was that they
are not necessarily talking' about Route 288 from 95 over to Route
10 but Route 288 from Route .l to koute 10 as the first phase. He
stated they are talking about phasing it right now and that would
be the first phase.
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Mr. Bookman inquired wl~y Route 360 interchange was taken off.
Mr. Williams stated models had been made and it would serve the
same basic traffic that the Powhite would handle. He stated that
in addition to Powhite Parkway and Route 288, there is not enough
money to pay for 288 and roi. Is will not pay for this and we need
to put every available dollar towards those projects because the
Powhite project will take care of that traffic demand. Mr.
Bookman stated he felt this interchange needed to be put in the
statement.
Mr. Balderson stated that it is a m~tter of the projects
equalling up to the money that is available and staff has Lried
to recommend priorities within that money bracket. He stated we
had a long wish list and it included almost every road in the
County an4 'there is no question about the need, but the
recommendations had to be pared down to that money bracket and to
maximize the dollars that we have on most important projects.
After further discussion, it was on motion of Mrs. Girone,
seconded by Mr. Dodd, resolved that the Board revise the proposed
statement to incl,]de the priorities which are within the monies
available but the following projects are also of major importance
to the County: the second phs.~.]e of Chippenham/Route 360; the
remainder of 147 and Route 10 four laning and should any money
become available, that it be applied to these projects.
Mr. Bookman stated that he felt this should not be in the
statement as a secondary l%st. He stated they should be in the
same category as the other projects and added if there are monies
available. Mr. Daniel stated he would like very much to have the
Route 360 interchange but he did not know where to get the
funding.
A vote on the motion was as follows:
Ayes:
Nays:
Mr. Robertson, Mr. Dodd, Mrs. Daniel and Mr. Girone.
Mr. Bookman.
On motion of Mr. Daniel, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board adjourned
at 5:25 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on March 30, 1983 for public
hearings regarding the budget, the tax levy and the use of
revenue sharing funds.
Vote: Unanimous
County Administrator