2011-09-21 Board Summary
Board of Supervisors
Arthur S. Warren
Dorothy Jaeckle
James M. Holland
Marleen K. Durfee
Daniel A. Gecker
County Administrator
James J.L. Stegmaier
Summary of Actions Taken by the Board on September 21, 2011
3:00 P.M. SESSION
COUNTY ADMINSTRATOR’S COMMENTS
Mr. Stegmaier was pleased to report that the Midlothian area was named one of the top ten
suburbs in the United States by CNBC.
Mr. Stegmaier announced that on September 8, 2011, Captain Jerry Pruden, Lieutenant Jake
Britt, Firefighters Gene Ledlie and Bryce Ford responded to Westmoreland County to assist with
on-going rescue operations from flash flooding. He provided details of their efforts to rescue a
citizen, a firefighter, and a rescue squad member.
Mr. Stegmaier also announced that Mr. Rick Witt has been selected as the county’s new Director
of Building Inspection, and Mr. Ron Clements has been appointed Assistant Director of Building
Inspection.
Mr. Stegmaier presented a Hurricane Irene follow up, stating that the Building Inspection
Department has issued 194 building permits for storm damage repairs and 30 electrical permits
free of charge.
Mr. Stegmaier provided an update on the revitalization of Cloverleaf Mall. He recognized Mr.
James Downs, Retail Vice President of the county’s development partners, Crosland Southeast,
and Fenton Childers, Kroger’s Real Estate Manager for the Mid-Atlantic Region.
BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Holland reported that he attended a meeting at the Irongate Civic Association on September
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15, regarding concerns related to the aftermath of Hurricane Irene. He announced that he will
be speaking to the Highlands Neighborhood Association regarding road
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improvements/developments in the Highlands area on September 27 at 6:30 p.m. He also
announced that the Dale and Matoaca District will hold a joint citizen input meeting regarding
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the Draft Comprehensive Plan on September 26 at 6:30 p.m. and a community meeting
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regarding economic development on October 24 at 7:00 p.m.
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Ms. Durfee reported that on September 26, there will be a joint Matoaca and Dale District
citizen input meeting regarding the Draft Comprehensive Plan at 7:00 p.m. in the Public Meeting
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Room. She announced she will be holding a rescheduled roundtable meeting on October 4 at
6:30 p.m. at Cosby High School. She also announced the Matoaca District will hold a
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community meeting at the Ettrick-Matoaca Library on September 27 at 6:30 p.m., to discuss
library renovations.
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Mr. Gecker announced on September 22, there will be a joint Clover Hill and Midlothian
District citizen input meeting regarding the Draft Comprehensive Plan at 7:00 p.m. at Monacan
High School.
Ms. Jaeckle reported that the Bermuda District already held a community meeting regarding the
Draft Comprehensive Plan. She announced there was unfortunately a low turnout. She expressed
appreciation to staff for providing information to her constituents.
Mr. Warren announced he attended the Richmond Symphony Event held at Clover Hill High
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School to commemorate the 10 anniversary of the 9/11 disaster. He stated there was an
impressive turnout.
RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Adopted Resolution recognizing Bon Air Baptist Church for its outstanding
contributions to Chesterfield County’s Older Adults Programs.
Adopted Resolution recognizing Mr. Steve O’Leary for his service as a member of the
Airport Advisory Board.
Adopted Resolution recognizing Mrs. Virginia L. Hall, Department of General
Services, Buildings and Grounds, upon her retirement.
Adopted Resolution recognizing the Chesterfield County Fair Association Board of
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Directors on the 100 anniversary of the fair’s operation and for providing an
outstanding 2011 county fair.
APPOINTMENTS
Approved Appointment of Mr. Scott A. Rinaldi to serve on the Richmond First Tee
Board of Directors.
NEW BUSINESS
Approved Streetlight installation in the Dale District in the vicinity of 3940 Evelake
Road.
CONSENT ITEMS
Adopted Resolution recognizing October 3-7, 2011, as “Paralegals’ Week” in
Chesterfield County.
Adopted Resolution recognizing October 9-15, 2011, as “Fire Prevention Week” in
Chesterfield County.
Adopted Resolution recognizing Corporal R. Harvey Hevener, Police Department,
upon his retirement.
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Adopted Resolution recognizing Ms. Susan Decker, Social Services Department, upon
her retirement.
Adopted Resolution recognizing September 2011, as “Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Recovery Month” in Chesterfield County.
Adopted Resolution recognizing September 26, 2011, as “Family Day” in Chesterfield
County.
Approved Acceptance of award from the Department of Motor Vehicles for the FY2012
Highway Safety Project Grant.
Approved Request for music/entertainment festival permit for the 2011 Virginia
Transplant Games.
Approved Request for music/entertainment festival permit for ChesterFest.
Approved Request for music/entertainment festival permit for the Midlothian Food
Festival.
Approved Transfer of district improvement funds from the Bermuda District
Improvement Fund to the Police Department for traffic control during the
Chester Kiwanis Club’s annual Christmas parade.
Approved Approval of a change in the terms of the Economic Development Authority
note for the Cloverleaf Mall Purchase, and approval of a support agreement
and other documents for the financing and redevelopment of the mall site.
Approved State road acceptance of roads in Maginoak and Foxcreek Crossing Phase III.
Approved Request to quitclaim a portion of a sixteen-foot water easement across the
property of Whitco, L.L.C.
Approved Request to quitclaim a portion of a variable width storm water management
system/best management practice easement across the property of Colonial
Heights Baptist Church.
Approved Request for permission from Christiaan V. Greene and Katie B. Greene for a
proposed fence and portion of an existing concrete driveway to encroach
within various easements across lot 46, Haywood Village, Section A at
Charter Colony.
Approved Appropriation of developer contributions for the Port Walthall Drive
Extension Economic Development Access Project.
Approved Approval of right of entry and conveyance of a permanent Virginia
Department of Transportation utility easement to the Commonwealth of
Virginia for the Genito Road Bridge Replacement over Swift Creek Reservoir
west of Woolridge Road Project.
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REPORTS
Accepted Report of Developer Water and Sewer Contracts.
Accepted Report on Status of General Fund Balance, Reserve for Future Capital
Projects, District Improvement Funds and Lease Purchases.
CITIZEN COMMENT
Mr. Jerry Heimiller expressed concerns regarding boats being housed at the boathouse at
Robious Landing Park that are not currently being used.
Ms. Joan Barnes addressed the Board relative to structural defects and code violations at her
home, resulting in moisture build-up and mold.
Mr. Pete Stith expressed appreciation to the Board for their leadership and dedication and
presented various departments with personal contributions.
CLOSED SESSION
A closed session was held 1) pursuant to § 2.2-3711 (A) (7), Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended, for consultation with legal counsel pertaining to actual litigation in the cases of
Hansen, et al. v. Stewart, et al., Stitzer, et als. v. Chesterfield County and Lent, et als. v. County
of Chesterfield; and 2) pursuant to § 2.2-3711 (A) (1), Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended,
relating to the performance of a specific County employee.
Approved Salary increase of 2% for the County Administrator retroactive to July 1,
2011 (consistent with county employees); and amended contract to include
reimbursement for mileage.
6:30 P.M. SESSION
Minister Angela Roberts, New Direction Evangelistic Church, gave the invocation.
Miss Stefanie Page led the Pledge of Allegiance.
RESOLUTIONS
Adopted Resolution recognizing Cross Creek Nursery and Landscaping for its
outstanding accomplishments.
Adopted Resolution recognizing Richmond Ice Zone Skating Champions for their
outstanding representation of Chesterfield County.
Adopted Resolution recognizing “Christmas Mother Day” in Chesterfield County.
Adopted Resolution recognizing Mr. Douglas R. Sowers for his generous land
donation to Chesterfield County.
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CITIZEN COMMENT
Mr. Bill Johnson expressed concerns relative to maintenance of property adjacent to the Eagles
Crest Townhomes that he believes the county owns.
REQUESTS FOR MANUFACTURED HOME PERMITS AND REZONINGS
11SN0241 In Midlothian Magisterial District, request of Macerich Partnership LP for
Approved with conditional use approval and amendment of zoning district map to permit a
conditions tattoo parlor (to include body piercing) on .1 acre of a 73.9 acre tract in
Neighborhood Business (C-2) and Community Business (C-3) Districts
fronting 1020 feet on the north line of Midlothian Turnpike, 200 feet east of
Huguenot Road, also fronting 1080 feet on the east line of Hugenot Road,
200 feet north of Midlothian Turnpike.
11SN0242 In Dale Magisterial District, request of Kelly Sutterfield for conditional use
Approved with approval and amendment of zoning district map to permit a dwelling
conditions separated from the principal dwelling in Agricultural (A) and Residential
(R-7) District on 4 acres known as 10100 Salem Church Road.
11SN0246 In Bermuda Magisterial District, request of SINA08, LLC – Anil Patel for
Approved with amendment of zoning (Case 05SN0181) and amendment of zoning district
proffered map relative to uses in a General Business (C-5) District on 5 acres fronting
conditions 940 feet on the northwest line of Woods Edge Road, across from Walthall
Industrial Parkway.
11SN0248 In Clover Hill Magisterial District, request of Central Baptist Church for
Approved with conditional use approval and amendment of zoning district map to permit a
conditions private school use in an Agricultural (A) District on 20.4 acres fronting 960
feet on the west line of Courthouse Road, across from Dakins Drive.
11SN0234 In Matoaca Magisterial District, request of Chris Stewart for amendment of
Approved with conditional use planned development (Case 85SN0035) and amendment of
conditions zoning district map to permit a nightclub in a Neighborhood Business (C-2)
District on .9 acre known as 13923 Hull Street Road.
11SN0247 In Bermuda Magisterial District, request of The Phoenix LLP for
Approved with amendment of conditional use (Case 08SN0197) and amendment of zoning
proffered district map relative to uses in a General Industrial (1-2) District on 9.8
conditions acres fronting 600 feet on the south line of West Hundred Road, 2170 feet
west of Rivers Bend Road.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Adopted Ordinance to vacate a ten-foot right of way designated as 6415 Iron
Bridge Road.
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Adopted Ordinance relating to electronic message centers.
Adopted, as Electronic message center sign policy.
amended
Adopted, as Ordinance relating to landscape maintenance bonding.
amended
Remanded to Ordinance relating to the encroachment of storm water management
Planning and best management practice facilities into buffers.
Commission
The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. until October 12, 2011, at 3:00 p.m. in the public meeting
room.
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