2012-01-11 MinutesBOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
January 11, 2012
Supervisors in Attendance: Staff in Attendance:
Mr. Daniel A. Decker, Chairman Mr. Mike Bacile, Dir.,
Ms. Dorothy A. Jaeckle, Vice Chrm. Purchasing
Mr. Arthur S. Warren Dr. Sheryl Bailey, Dep.
Mr. James M. Holland County Administrator,
Mr. Stephen A. Elswick Management Services
Ms. Janice Blakley,
Mr. James J. L. Stegmaier Clerk to the Board
County Administrator Ms. Marilyn Brown, Dir.,
Juvenile Detention Home
Ms. Patsy Brown, Dir.,
Accounting
Mr. Kevin Bruny, Chief
Learning Officer
Ms. Debbie Burcham,
Exec. Dir., Community
Services Board
Mr. Allan Carmody, Dir.,
Budget and Management
Mr. Barry Condrey, Chief
Information Officer
Mr. Roy Covington, Dir.,
Utilities
Mr. Charles Dane, Dep. Dir.
General Services
Mr. Jonathan Davis, Dir.,
Real Estate Assessments
Mr. Will Davis, Dir.,
Economic Development
Mr. William Dupler, Dep.
County Administrator,
Community Development
Mr. Michael Golden, Dir.,
Parks and Recreation
Mr. Lawrence C. Haake, III,
Registrar
Mr. John W. Harmon,
Real Property Manager
Mr. Joe Horbal,
Commissioner of Revenue
Mr. Thomas E. Jacobson,
Dir., Revitalization
Mr. Donald Kappel, Dir.,
Public Affairs
Mr. Louis Lassiter, Asst.
County Administrator
Mr. R. John McCracken,
Dir., Transportation
Mr. Richard M. McElfish,
Dir., Env. Engineering
Mr. Jeffrey L. Mincks,
County Attorney
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Chief Edward L. Senter,
Fire Department
Ms. Marsha Sharpe, Dir.,
Social Services
Ms. Sarah Snead, Dep.
County Administrator,
Human Services
Mr. Kirk Turner, Dir.,
Planning
Mr. Mike Westfall, Dir.,
Internal Audit
Mr. Rick Witt,
Building Official
Mr. Scott Zaremba, Dir.,
Human Resource Programs
Mr. Stegmaier called the regularly scheduled meeting to order
at 3:01 p.m.
1. ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
l.A. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN
Mr. Stegmaier stated the first order of business would be the
election of Chairman. He then opened the floor for
nominations.
Mr. Warren nominated Mr. Gecker to serve as Chairman for
2012.
Mr. warren made a motion, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, for the
Board to close nominations.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Abstain: Holland.
The vote on election of Mr. Gecker as Chairman of the Board
of Supervisors for 2012 was as follows:
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Abstain: Holland.
Mr. Stegmaier congratulated Mr. Gecker on being elected as
Chairman for 2012.
Mr. Gecker expressed appreciation to his fellow Board
members. He stated he is looking forward to continuing the
progress the Board has made during the last four years.
Mr. Elswick nominated Ms. Jaeckle to serve as Vice Chairman
for 2012.
Mr. Holland made a motion, seconded by Mr. Elswick, for the
Board to close nominations.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
The vote on election of Ms. Jaeckle as Vice Chairman of the
Board of Supervisors for 2012 was as follows:
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Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Mr. Gecker congratulated Ms. Jaeckle on being elected Vice
Chairman.
1.B. ADOPTION OF PROCEDURES OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
GOVERNING MEETINGS IN 2012
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the Procedures of the Board of Supervisors Governing
Meetings in 2012, as submitted. (It is noted a copy of the
2012 Procedures of the Board of Supervisors, as submitted, is
filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
l.C. SETTING OF REGULAR MEETING DATES FOR 2012
There was brief discussion regarding the proposed meetings in
March.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adopted the regular meeting date schedule for 2012, as
follows:
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Monday, March 5, 2012 at 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
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Special Meeting Dates for 2012:
Special Budget Work Session - Monday, March 5, 2012 at 6:00
p.m.
Budget Public Hearing - March 14, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
1.D. CONSIDERATION OF BOARD APPOINTMENTS
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
suspended its rules to allow simultaneous nomination/
appointment/reappointment of members to serve on various
committee/boards.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o PLANNING COMMISSION
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed/reappointed the following
members to serve on the Planning Commission, whose terms are
effective immediately and expire December 31, 2015:
Name
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Dr. Edgar Wallin Bermuda
Dr. Dale Patton Matoaca
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o COMMITTEE ON THE FUTURE
On motion of Mr. Gecker, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Ms. Diane Mallory-Coble
and Ms. Wendy Austin to serve on the Committee on the Future,
representing the Midlothian District, who will serve at the
pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed/reappointed Mr. Richard
Jacobs and Mr. Robert Innes to serve on the Committee on the
Future, representing the Bermuda District, whose term is at
the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
simultaneously nominated reappointed Mr. Thomas Owens and Ms.
Andrea Brown to serve on the Committee on the Future,
representing the Dale District, whose terms are at the
pleasure of the Board.
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Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Edward DeGennaro and
Mr. James McClellan to serve on the Committee on the Future,
representing the Matoaca District, whose terms are at the
pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Ms. Liu-Jen Chu to serve
on the Committee on the Future, representing the Clover Hill
District, whose term is at the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o RICHMOND REGIONAL PLANNING DISTRICT COMMISSION
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed/reappointed Mr. Stephen
Elswick, Ms. Dorothy Jaeckle, Mr. Arthur Warren, Mr. James
Holland and Mr. Daniel Gecker to serve on the Richmond
Regional Planning District Commission, whose terms are
effective immediately and expire December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
There was no decision made regarding a citizen appointment at
this time.
o CRATER PLANNING DISTRICT COMMISSION
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed/reappointed Mr. Stephen
Elswick, Ms. Dorothy Jaeckle, Mr. Arthur Warren and Mr. Jack
McHale (citizen representative) to serve on the Crater
Planning District Commission, whose terms are effective
immediately and expire December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o CAPITAL REGION AIRPORT COMMISSION
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed/reappointed Mr. Stephen
Elswick, Mr. Arthur Warren, Mr. Daniel Gecker and Mr. John
Mazza to serve on the Capital Region Airport Commission,
whose terms are effective immediately and expire December 31,
2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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o SOCIAL SERVICES BOARD
On motion of Mr. Gecker, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Ms. Dorothy Jaeckle to
serve on the Social Services Board, whose term is effective
immediately and expires December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o RICHMOND METROPOLITIAN CONVENTION & VISTORS BUREAU
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. James Holland and
Mr. .Louis Lassiter (alternate) to serve on the Richmond
Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau, whose terms are
effective immediately and expire December 31, 2014.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed/reappointed the following
members to serve on the Community Services Board, whose terms
are effective immediately and expire December 31, 2014:
Name District
Mr. Lawrence Olszewski Clover Hill
Ms. Paige Cecil Matoaca
Mr. Dustin Weber Dale
Mr. Tyler Craddock At-large
Ms. Michelle Jones At-large
Ms. Linda Kendall Baxter At-large
Mr. Michael Giancaspro At-large
Ms. Nancy Ross At-large
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o RICHMOND AREA METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
ORGANIZATION
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Daniel Gecker, Mr.
James Holland and Mr. John McCracken to serve on the Richmond
Area Metropolitan. Transportation Planning Organization, whose
terms are effective immediately and expire December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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o TRI-CITIES AREA METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
ORGANIZATION
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Ms. Dorothy Jaeckle and
Ms. Barbara Smith (alternate) to serve on the Tri-Cities Area
Metropolitan Transportation Planning Organization, whose
terms are effective immediately and expire December 31, 2012.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o GREATER RICHMOND PARTNERSHIP, INCORPORATED
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Daniel Gecker and
Mr. Jay Stegmaier to serve on the Greater Richmond
Partnership, Incorporated, whose terms are effective
immediately and expire December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o MAYMONT FOUNDATION
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Daniel Gecker to
serve on the Maymont Foundation, whose term is effective
immediately and expires December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o COALITION OF HIGH GROWTH COMMUNITIES
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed Mr. Arthur Warren to serve
on the Coalition of High Growth Communities, whose term is at
the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o VIRGINIA'S GATEWAY REGION BOARD
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Ms. Dorothy Jaeckle and
Mr. Gary Thomson to serve on the Virginia's Gateway Region
Board, whose terms are effective immediately and expire
December 31, 2012.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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o CAPITAL REGION TAXICAB ADVISORY BOARD
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. James Holland to
serve on the Capital Region Taxicab Advisory Board, whose
term is at the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Decker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT OVERSIGHT BOARD
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Daniel Gecker to
serve on the Workforce Development Oversight Board, whose
term is at the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o METROPOLITAN RICHMOND AIR QUALITY COMMITTEE
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed Mr. Stephen Elswick to
serve on the Metropolitan Richmond Air Quality Committee,
whose term is at the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION INITIATIVE OF RICHMOND (STIR)
ADVISORY BOARD
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed Mr. Stephen Elswick to
serve on the Sustainable Transportation Initiative of
Richmond (STIR) Advisory Board, whose term is at the pleasure
of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o RICHMOND METROPOLITAN STADIUM OPERATING COMMITTEE
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. James Holland and
Mr. Millard "Pete" Stith to serve on the Richmond
Metropolitan Stadium Operating Committee, whose terms are at
the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Decker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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o CAPITAL AREA WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Ms. Karen Aylward to
serve on the Capital Area Workforce Investment Board, whose
term is at the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o CRATER WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Ms. Karen Aylward to
serve on the Crater Workforce Investment Board, whose term is
at the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o CHESTERFIELD COUNTY SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN BOARD
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Richard Cordle, Col.
Thierry Dupuis, Ms. Mary Lou Lyle and Mr. Craig Bryant to
serve on the Chesterfield County Supplemental Retirement Plan
Board, whose terms are at the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o APPEALS PANEL PURSUANT TO VIRGINIA SET OFF DEBT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Richard Cordle, Ms.
Mary Lou Lyle, Mr. James Harris and Mr. Samuel West to serve
on the Appeals Panel Pursuant to Virginia Set off Debt, whose
terms are at the pleasure of the Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o RIDEFINDERS
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Ms. Barbara Smith to
serve on Ridefinders, whose term is at the pleasure of the
Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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o PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
On motion of Mr. Gecker, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Ron Maxey and Ms.
Lisa Quigley to serve on the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Commission, representing the Midlothian District, whose terms
are effective immediately and expire December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Robert Forman and
Ms. Brenda White to serve on the Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission, representing the Bermuda District, whose
terms are effective immediately and expire December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Robert Terrell and
Ms. Sandy Cassis to serve on the Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission, representing the Dale District, whose
terms are effective immediately and expire December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed Mr. Raymond Marsh and Mr.
Doug Johnson to serve on the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Commission, representing the Matoaca District, whose terms
are effective immediately and expire December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed/reappointed Mr. Vincent
Burgess and Mr. Shayne McDavid to serve on the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Commission, representing the Clover Hill
District, whose terms are effective immediately and expire
December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o CHESTERFIELD-COLONIAL HEIGHTS COMMUNITY POLICY AND
MANAGEMENT TEAM FOR COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed/reappointed Ms. Sarah
Snead, Mr. Ed Nicely, Mr. James Nankervis, Mr. Michael Asip,
Ms. Jana Carter, Ms. Suzanne Fountain, Mr. Bob Allin, Ms.
Gail Sutler, Mr. Stephen Stark (Private Provider) and Ms.
Terry Tysinger (Parent) to serve on the Chesterfield-Colonial
Heights Community Policy and Management Team for
Comprehensive Services, whose terms are effective immediately
and expire December 31, 2014.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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o PERSONNEL APPEALS BOARD
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Keith Chisolm to
serve on the Personnel Appeals Board, representing the county
at-large, whose term is effective immediately and expires
December 31, 2014.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o CENTRAL VIRGINIA WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Robert Dunn to serve
on the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority,
representing the county at-large, whose term is effective
immediately and expires December 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o LOWER MAGNOLIA GREEN CDA
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. Art Heinz, Mr.
Robert Bullock and Ms. Debra Girvin to serve on the Lower
Magnolia Green CDA, representing the county at-large, whose
terms are effective immediately and expire August 31, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD
On motion of Mr. Gecker, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed Mr. Alfred Mistr to serve
on the Airport Advisory Board, representing the Midlothian
District, whose term is effective January 11, 2012 and
expires January 10, 2015.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
o CITIZEN'S BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE
No decision was made at this time.
o MULTICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMISSION
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed/reappointed Mr. Malik
Khan, Ms. Lee Brazzell, Ms. Marilyn Breslow, Ms. Tanya
Gozalez and Mr. Rumy Mohta to serve on the Multicultural
Advisory Commission, representing the county at-large, whose
terms are effective immediately and expire January 10, 2014.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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Mr. Gecker made the following Chairman's appointments:
BUDGET AND AUDIT COMMITTEE
Mr. Daniel Gecker and Mr. James Holland (Unspecified Term)
COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS COMMITTEE
Mr. Daniel Gecker and Ms. Dorothy Jaeckle (Unspecified Term)
SCHOOL BOARD LIAISON COMMITTEE
Ms. Dorothy Jaeckle and Mr. Steve Elswick (Unspecified Term)
VACo BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Mr. Arthur Warren (Unspecified Term)
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR DECEMBER 14, 2011
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
approved the minutes of December 14, 2011, as submitted.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
3. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
3.A. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Mr. Stegmaier stated he looks forward to working with the
Board to build on the past successes and make 2012 and beyond
even better.
Mr. Stegmaier commended the
Haake, and his staff for their
November 2011 election. He a:
recognized for the outstanding
the residents of Chesterfield,
throughout the year.
county's Registrar Mr. Larry
excellent work in handling the
eked Mr. Haake to stand to be
service that his team provides
not only on Election Day, but
Mr. Stegmaier announced Amazon's building construction has
begun in earnest. He stated Curtis Construction, the grading
contractor, began work on December 27th and now will be
working long hours to meet the opening that is scheduled for
this fall. He further stated the new Kroger at Stonebridge is
also progressing quickly, the building pad is in, the BMP
construction is underway, utilities for the site are being
installed and the mall demolition continues simultaneously.
Mr. Stegmaier stated the county's Department of Building
Inspection has become aware of several instances in which a
local contractor, Virginia Air Mechanical, has installed gas-
fired whole-house generators at residences in a dangerous
manner. He further stated inspectors have discovered
electrical work that poses significant risk of electrocution,
and propane gas installation defects that create a threat of
fire and/or explosion. He stated officials warn homeowners
who have had work performed by the said company to not use
their generators until they are inspected for safety.
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Mr. Stegmaier announced Chesterfield Towne Center recently
declared Genghis Grill will join over 130 shopping and dining
offerings at the mall opening this spring. He stated Genghis
Grill is a national restaurant chain featuring Mongolian
Barbecue and their famous 70 ingredient bowl building
station.
4. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
There were no Board Member Reports at this time.
5. REQUESTS TO POSTPONE AGENDA ITEMS AND ADDITIONS,
DELETIONS OR CHANGES IN THE ORDER OF PRESENTATION
There were no Requests to Postpone Agenda Items or Additions,
Deletions or Changes in the Order of Presentation.
6. RESOLUTIONS
6.A. RECOGNIZING MR. NELSON A. LIPSCOMB, GENERAL SERVICES
DEPARTMENT, UPON HIS RETIREMENT
Mr. Charles Dane introduced Mr. Nelson A. Lipscomb, who was
present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Nelson A. Lipscomb joined Chesterfield
County Public Schools in 1978 as a full time employee in the
Pupil Transportation Department as an Automotive Mechanic;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lipscomb served until September 1, 1987,
and was then promoted to Senior Mechanic; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lipscomb served until July 1, 1990, and was
then promoted to Parts Foreman II; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lipscomb served until September 1, 1992,
and was then transferred into the Department of General
Services Fleet Maintenance Division; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lipscomb transferred to the Department of
General Services Radio Shop on November 15, 1997, where he
served as a Parts Technician, and regularly provided
outstanding customer service at the Radio Shop front desk
where he filled in when needed; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lipscomb worked diligently to provide
additional secure storage for critical radio communications
equipment, organizing the Radio Shop inventory for easy
access to high priority and day-to-day assets; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lipscomb participated in the successful
implementation of the multi-jurisdictional and highly
interoperable radio system, serving three different Radio
Shop Managers; and
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WHEREAS, Mr. Lipscomb regularly volunteered his time in
the planning., setup and cleanup of multiple Radio Shop
events, to include Department of General Services events,
Radio Shop Action Planning Conferences, and breakfast
meetings, increasing employee camaraderie and morale; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lipscomb has played an important role
mentoring and training students participating in the
Chesterfield Public Schools Project Search Program at the
Radio Shop; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lipscomb always accomplished his duties
with a positive attitude and dedication to the employees and
citizens of Chesterfield County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of January 2012,
publicly recognizes the outstanding contributions of Mr.
Nelson Lipscomb, expresses the appreciation of all residents
for his service to Chesterfield County, and extends
appreciation for his dedicated service to the county and
congratulations upon his retirement, as well as best wishes
for a long and happy retirement.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mr. Lipscomb and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Mr. Holland presented Mr. Lipscomb with the executed
resolution and commended him for his many years of loyal and
dedicated service.
Mr. Stegmaier presented Mr. Lipscomb with an acrylic statue
and county watch and expressed appreciation for his
outstanding service to the county.
Mr. Lipscomb expressed appreciation for the honor of serving
Chesterfield County.
6.B. RECOGNIZING MS. JEAN M. CUMMINS, EMERGENCY
COMMUNICATIONS CENTER, UPON. HER RETIREMENT
Mr. Richard Troshak introduced Ms. Jean M. Cummins, who was
present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Ms. Jean M. Cummins began her public service
with Chesterfield County as a Dispatcher in August 1981 in
the Emergency Communications Center, and faithfully served
Chesterfield County for 30 years until January 1, 2012; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Cummins was able to adapt to the ever-
changing environment and growth within Chesterfield County
and the Emergency Communications Center, was instrumental in
the implementation of the' first Computer-Aided Dispatch
System for Chesterfield County, and participated in the
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implementation of enhanced 9-1-1 and upgrades of the county's
radio system and Computer-Aided Dispatch System throughout
her career; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Cummins has served in a multitude of
positions during her career to include Dispatcher, Cross-
trained Dispatcher, Communications Training Officer, DCJS
Instructor, Instructor for the Department of State Police,
Recruiter, Lead Dispatch, Assistant Supervisor, and
Supervisor; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Cummins has significantly impacted the
initial and continuous training of new hires employed by the
Emergency Communications Center, and these contributions have
afforded the center the ability to maintain and build its
future communications officers; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Cummins was presented a Lifesave Award for
the successful application of pre-arrival instructions that
resulted in the saving of a life; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Cummins was named the Emergency
Communications Officer of the Year for 1988; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Cummins displayed a helpful, courteous, and
caring attitude while working with internal and external
customers; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Cummins has provided a high level of
commitment to her work performance as a thorough and
conscientious employee; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Cummins has provided the Emergency
Communications Center and Chesterfield County with many years
of loyal and dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County and the Board of
Supervisors will miss Ms. Cummins' diligent service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day
publicly recognizes Ms. Jean M. Cummins,
behalf of its members and the citizens
County, appreciation for her service
congratulations upon her retirement, and k
long and happy retirement.
the Chesterfield
of January 2012,
and extends on
of Chesterfield
to the county,
pest wishes for a
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Ms. Cummins, and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Ms. Jaeckle presented Ms. Cummins with the executed
resolution and commended her for her many years of loyal and
dedicated service.
Mr. Stegmaier presented Ms. Cummins with an acrylic statue
and county watch and expressed appreciation for her
outstanding service to the county.
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6.C. RECOGNIZING MS. NANCY FINCH AND MR. IVAN TOLBERT FOR
THEIR SERVICE AS MEMBERS OF THE CHESTERFIELD COMMUNITY
SERVICES BOARD
Ms. Debbie Burcham introduced Ms. Nancy Finch and Mr. Ivan
Tolbert, who were present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Ms. Nancy St. Clair Finch has served as a
dedicated and faithful member of the Chesterfield Community
Services Board since her appointment by the Board of
Supervisors in January 2006; and
WHEREAS, during her two terms as an at-large member of
the Chesterfield Community .Services Board, Ms. Finch has
served with distinction in the office of Vice Chair and
Secretary, and member of the Executive Committee and the
Finance Committee, as well as a member of the Consumer and
Family Affairs Committee, the Substance Abuse Committee, the
Housing Committee, and the Public Relations Committee; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Finch has been an active volunteer and
concerned citizen of Chesterfield County, dedicating many
hours to improve services for individuals with learning
disabilities and intellectual disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Finch has for many years advocated
tirelessly at the state and local levels on behalf of
individuals with substance use disorders, personally meeting
with state and local elected officials to reduce barriers and
to improve access to services; and
WHEREAS, because of her considerable skills, Ms. Finch
has generously contributed to the development of educational
tools available to Chesterfield County citizens regarding
recovery for individuals with mental illness and substance
use disorders and all the services provided by Chesterfield
Community Services Board; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Finch is recognized throughout Chesterfield
County and the Commonwealth of Virginia for her steadfast
dedication and genuine concern for all persons with
disabilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of January 2012,
publicly recognizes Ms. Nancy St. Clair Finch and expresses
sincere. appreciation for her many years of commitment and
significant contributions in the provision of quality mental
health, intellectual disability, and substance abuse services
to the citizens of Chesterfield County.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Ms. Finch and that this resolution
be permanently recorded among the papers of the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Ivan K. Tolbert has served as a dedicated
and faithful member of the Chesterfield Community Services
Board since his appointment by the Board of Supervisors in
January 2003; and
WHEREAS, during his three terms as an at-large member of
the Chesterfield Community Services Board, Mr. Tolbert has
served with distinction in the office of Secretary, and
member of the Executive Committee and Chair of the Service
Quality Committee and the Employment/Day Options Committee,
member of the Community Relations Committee, the Housing
Committee, and the Primary Care Committee; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Tolbert has been an active volunteer and
concerned citizen of Chesterfield County, dedicating many
hours to improve services for individuals with mental
illness, substance use disorders and intellectual
disabilities, as well as the services for senior citizens;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Tolbert has for many years served as the
liaison to Chesterfield Community Services Board and the
Board of Directors of Chesterfield Alternatives, Inc., a
valuable partnership in providing housing options for
individuals with intellectual disabilities; and
WHEREAS, because of his considerable expertise, Mr.
Tolbert has generously contributed to community advocacy and
education about individuals with mental disabilities; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Tolbert is recognized throughout
Chesterfield County and the Commonwealth of Virginia for his
steadfast dedication and genuine concern for all persons with
disabilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of January 2012,
publicly recognizes Mr. Ivan K. Tolbert and expresses sincere
appreciation for his many years of commitment and significant
contributions in the provision of quality mental health,
intellectual disability, and substance abuse services to the
citizens of Chesterfield County.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
Resolution be presented to Mr. Ivan Tolbert and that it be
permanently recorded among the papers of the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Mr. Gecker presented Ms. Finch and Mr. Tolbert with the
executed resolutions and commended them for many years of
commitment and significant contributions in the provision of
quality mental health.
Ms. Finch and Mr. Tolbert expressed appreciation to the Board
of Supervisors for the recognition.
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7. WORK SESSIONS
There were no Work Sessions at this time.
8. DEFERRED ITEMS
There were no Deferred Items at this time.
9. NEW BUSINESS
9.A. CONSENT ITEMS
9.A.1. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS
9.A.i.a. RECOGNIZING COUNTY EMPLOYEES UPON THEIR RETIREMENT
9.A.1.a.1. MR. HARRY E. SHAW, JR., FIRE AND EMERGENCY
MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Harry E. Shaw, Jr. retired from the
Chesterfield Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department,
Chesterfield County, on October 1, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw was hired in 1995 and has faithfully
served the county for more than 16 years as principal
maintenance worker and public safety. training specialist; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw served on the Chesterfield Fire and
EMS Year Book Committee in 2000; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw was named Chesterfield Fire and
Emergency Medical Services' Civilian Employee of the Year for
2000; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw was recognized for his dedicated
service in the successful implementation of the Breathing
Apparatus Replacement Project, in 2001-2002; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw was recognized by the Office of
Environmental Management in February 2003 for his assistance
during the remediation efforts of the old Courthouse Fire
Training Center; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw was recognized by County
Administration in November 2004 for his assistance with the
Route 288 Grand Opening Ceremony; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw was recognized for his contributions
that ensured the success of the 2004 Chief Officers School,
2005 First Line Supervisors School, 2007 Chief Officers
School, 2007 First Line Supervisors School, and the 2007
Volunteer Leadership School; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw has built numerous training props to
promote quality, real life training scenarios used during in-
service training and has supported the past 20 career recruit
schools and all 27 volunteer recruit schools; and
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WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw provided logistical support for
numerous promotional ceremonies, awards ceremonies, career
and volunteer recruit school family nights and class
graduations, 2007 and 2008 United Way kick off and victory
celebrations, and numerous other special events and classes
over the past 16 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw saved the Chesterfield Fire and
Emergency Medical Services Department $20,000 by repairing
numerous classroom chairs at the Eanes-Pittman Public Safety
Training Center; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw served as a member of the on-call
response team for both fire and police to staff the Mobile
Command Center for emergency incidents; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Shaw was also a loyal and dedicated member
of the Bensley Volunteer Fire Department and the Dale
Volunteer Fire Department for 39 years and held the positions
of firefighter, sergeant, lieutenant, captain, assistant
district chief, and district chief and was instrumental in
the Dale Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary's purchasing of
the first Fire Department ambulance; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the contributions of
Public Safety Training Specialist Harry E. Shaw, Jr.,
expresses the appreciation of all residents for his service
to the county, and extends appreciation for his dedicated
service and congratulations upon his retirement.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.1.a.2. LIEUTENANT CHARLTON B. HOGWOOD, FIRE AND
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Charlton B. Hogwood retired from the
Chesterfield Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department,
Chesterfield County, on September 1, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Hogwood attended Recruit School #8
in 1977 and has faithfully served the county for over 34
years in various assignments, as a firefighter at the Bon
Air, Ettrick, Dutch Gap .and Matoaca Fire and EMS Stations,
and as a lieutenant at the Manchester, Buford and Ettrick
Fire and EMS Stations; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Hogwood was recognized as an
effective team member at emergency scenes including the
Franklin Street fire in Petersburg in March 1982, which
resulted in a firefighter fatality, the Chester Days Inn fire
in May 1981, and the Broad Street fire in Richmond in March
2004, as well as the shooting in front of Fire Station #14 in
November 1990, where he took control of the weapon preventing
harm to his fellow firefighters; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Hogwood was recognized with a
Lifesave Award for his role in saving the life of a citizen
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who was .trapped in high waters at the Falling Creek
Apartments during Tropical Storm Gaston in August 2004; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Hogwood was recognized with a
Lifesave Award for his role in saving the life of a citizen
from a house fire on Woodpecker Road in December 2004; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Hogwood was recognized for various
projects that he completed, saving the county thousands of
dollars through the years, including the construction of a
new bathroom at the Ettrick Fire Station to accommodate
female firefighters who were assigned there.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the contributions of
Lieutenant Charlton B. Hogwood, expresses the appreciation of
all residents for his service to the county, and extends
appreciation for his dedicated service and congratulations
upon his retirement.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren; Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.1.a.3. DEPUTY FIRST CLASS GRAT D. CHAMP, SHERIFF'S
OFFICE
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Grat D. Champ has faithfully served
Chesterfield County for more than 25 years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Champ was hired on September 13, 1982, as a
deputy assigned to the Chesterfield County Jail; and
WHEREAS, between May 1984 and April 1991, Mr. Champ
explored other career opportunities in the private sector and
also served as a part-time deputy; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Champ returned to the Sheriff's Office as a
full-time deputy in April 1991; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Champ met the requirements to qualify as
a deputy first class on November 29, 2008; and
WHEREAS, Deputy First Class Champ has demonstrated his
versatility, skill and strong work ethic in a wide range of
departmental assignments, including Correctional Services,
Court Services and Civil Process; and
WHEREAS, Deputy First Class Champ has aided in ensuring
that employees of the Sheriff's Office meet the highest
standards by serving as a training officer and an applicant
background investigator; and
WHEREAS, Deputy First Class Champ demonstrated further
commitment to protecting the citizens of Chesterfield County
by serving as a fully qualified emergency medical technician
and receiving specialized training in executive protection in
order to ensure the safety and security of the county's
elected and appointed officials; and
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WHEREAS, Deputy First Class Champ received numerous
letters of appreciation and commendation for his dedication
and service to the employees and citizens of Chesterfield
County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the outstanding
contributions of Deputy First Class Grat D. Champ, expresses
the appreciation of all residents for his service to
Chesterfield County and extends appreciation for his
dedicated service to the county and congratulations upon his
retirement, as well as best wishes for a long and happy
retirement.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.1.a.4. MS. JUDY MASSENBURG, MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
SERVICES DEPARTMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Ms. Judy Massenburg has provided more than
twenty-two years of dedicated and faithful service to
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Massenburg began her career with the
Chesterfield County Department of Mental Health Support
Services in the Residential Services Division on June 19,
1989, as a residential counselor in Residential Services at
the Woodfield Program; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Massenburg also worked as a residential
counselor at Stella Court, Lakes Edge, North Arch and Buford;
and
WHEREAS, in 2000, Ms. Massenburg accepted a position in
Residential Services where she served as a residential
supervisor of the Stella and Harrowgate Programs until her
retirement in December 2011; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Massenburg served as a member of the
Supervisory Team and co-coordinated a supervisory retreat;
and
WHEREAS, Ms. Massenburg co-chaired the Residential
Activities Committee; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Massenburg provided first-class customer
service to many consumers and families at numerous program
locations when positions have been vacant; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Massenburg utilized her many skills and
talents with developing and coordinating Black History Month
celebrations over the years; and
WHEREAS, under the professional leadership of Ms.
Massenburg, numerous Residential Services staff were trained
in multiple programs to work with a diverse group of
consumers; and
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WHEREAS, Ms. Massenburg collaborated with peers to
ensure that staff shortages were covered and training needs
met; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Massenburg responded professionally and in
a timely manner to all requests from staff, peers and her
supervisor.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the contributions of
Ms. Judy Massenburg and extends appreciation for her twenty-
two years of dedicated service to the county, congratulations
upon her retirement, and best wishes for a long and happy
retirement.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.1.a.5. SERGEANT KENNETH E. JAMES, POLICE DEPARTMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Sergeant Kenneth E. James retired from the
Chesterfield County Police Department on January 1, 2012,
after providing more than 27 years of quality service to the
citizens of Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James has faithfully served the county
in the capacity of Police Officer, Senior Officer, Master
Officer, Career Officer, and Sergeant; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James has served as a Traffic Accident
Reduction Team member, Crash Team member with advanced skills
in accident reconstruction, Shift Training Sergeant and Shift
Administrative Sergeant; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James is a federally certified Motor
Carrier and Hazardous Materials Inspector; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James has excellent knowledge of the
state and county codes, with particular proficiency shown in
the areas pertaining to motor vehicles; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James served as a Crash Team member
for 16 years where he has investigated many fatalities and
manslaughter cases, and has handled the calls with expertise
and compassion; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James was commended for bravery and
professionalism in the performance of his duty when he and
two fellow officers were able to successfully draw a suspect,
with two explosive devices, out of a building, and Officer
James was then able to restrain the suspect in order to
prevent detonation of the devices; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James was the recipient of a Combat
Ribbon for an incident in which he was fired upon in the line
of duty; upon responding to a residence to apprehend a
suspect who had attempted to run down a fellow officer,
officers were shot at by the suspect who was in a field
adjacent to the front of the residence, and due to the quick
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actions and cool minds of the officers, the suspect was
subdued and arrested, with no lives lost, including the
suspect's; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James was dedicated to traffic safety
and to making the roadways of Chesterfield County the safest
in the country; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James has received numerous letters of
commendation, thanks and appreciation during his career from
the citizens of Chesterfield County for service rendered; and
WHEREAS, Sergeant James has provided the Chesterfield
County Police Department with many years of loyal and
dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County and the Board of
Supervisors will miss Sergeant James' diligent service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Sergeant Kenneth E.
James, and extends on behalf of its members and the citizens
of Chesterfield County, appreciation for his service to the
county, congratulations upon his retirement, and best wishes
for a long and happy retirement.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.i.a.6. MRS. SANDRA H. HARGETT, POLICE DEPARTMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mrs. Sandra H. Hargett retired from the
Chesterfield County Police Department on January 1, 2012,
after providing nearly 25 years of outstanding quality
service to the citizens of Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Hargett has faithfully served the county
in the capacity of Senior Clerk Typist/Receptionist,
Secretary, Senior Office Assistant, Public Safety Records
Specialist, Senior and Master Records Specialist; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Hargett has served as a Peer Supporter and
member of the Critical Incident Stress Management Team; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Hargett and her fellow Records Unit
employees received a Unit Citation Award for displaying a
high level of productivity while operating under challenging
staffing conditions, and due to their professionalism,
dedication and diligence, the Records Section maintained an
accuracy rate exceeding 99.7% during FY2004; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Hargett has always presented herself as a
true professional, and a committed team player, exhibiting a
positive and pleasant attitude; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Hargett is recognized for her
communications and human relations skills and the excellent
work ethic she has demonstrated during her career; and
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WHEREAS, Mrs. Hargett has provided the Chesterfield
County Police Department with many years of loyal and
dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County and the Board of
Supervisors will miss Mrs. Hargett's diligent service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Mrs. Sandra H.
Hargett, and extends on behalf of its members and the
citizens of Chesterfield County, appreciation for her service
to the county, congratulations upon her retirement, and best
wishes for a long and happy retirement.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.1.a.7. CAPTAIN HALLER E. "HAL" MOSER, POLICE DEPARTMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Captain Haller E. "Hal" Moser retired from the
Chesterfield County Police Department on January 1, 2012,
after providing 27 years of outstanding quality service to
the citizens of Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser has faithfully served the county
in the capacity of Police Officer, DARE Officer, Training
Officer, Instructor, Sergeant, Lieutenant and Captain; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure with the Chesterfield County
Police Department, Captain Moser has served as a member and
coordinator of the Police Emergency Response Team, Special
Weapons and Tactical Team, Chaplain Program Coordinator,
Auxiliary Police Coordinator, and Training Director; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser was the recipient of an
Achievement Certificate for his participation as a member of
the Accreditation Team, which successfully prepared the
Chesterfield County Police Department for Virginia
Accreditation, bringing the department into compliance with
210 state accreditation standards; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser was involved in the development
and refinement of the Police Class Counselor Program, which
addressed the needs and concerns of police recruits to foster
successful completion of the basic academy and enhanced their
transition to a professional police officer; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser received a Certificate of
Achievement for his outstanding efforts in the development of
an Incident Command System Training Program, which provides
an emergency organization and management system as a means to
control the response to potentially hazardous and complex
types of situations, and Captain Moser and two fellow
employees also developed a multi-agency Incident Command
System Training Program, which brought local and national
recognition to the Chesterfield County Police Department and
was marketed and taught nationwide by the International
Association of Chiefs of Police; and
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WHEREAS, while serving a
Moser implemented several new
the training process, the most
the basic academy schedule witl
the beginning of the academy,
and participate in police work
law enforcement was truly their
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programs and enhancements to
notable being the revamping of
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allowing the recruits to see
first hand and to recognize if
chosen field; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser made significant contributions to
many internal and external committees during his career to
include the Board of School of Quality and Continuous
Improvement; Metro Regional L. E. Trainers Group; and ECPI
Technical College Advisor Board; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser has participated in many teams,
including the team to transition written reports to the
Records Management System; the Hull Street Station planning
team; a sub-committee team that developed a plan for the
reorganization of the Uniform Operation Bureau, where he
served as team leader; and the committee for the use and
implementation of Cap Stun; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser has excellent communication
skills and has the above average ability to deal with and
relate to external customers; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser has received numerous letters of
commendation, thanks and appreciation from the citizens of
Chesterfield County for service rendered; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser provides one of the most strongly
positive images and consistently displays the highest
standards of ethical and professional behavior; and
WHEREAS, Captain Moser has provided the Chesterfield
County Police Department with many years of loyal and
dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County and the Board of
Supervisors will miss Captain Moser's diligent service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Captain Haller E.
"Hal" Moser, and extends on behalf of its members and the
citizens of Chesterfield County, appreciation for his service
to the county, congratulations upon his retirement, and best
wishes for a long and happy retirement.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.1.a.8. CORPORAL EDWARD D. NICHOLS, POLICE DEPARTMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Corporal Edward D. Nichols retired from the
Chesterfield County Police Department on January 1, 2012,
after providing more than 27 years of quality service to the
citizens of Chesterfield County; and
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WHEREAS, Corporal Nichols has faithfully served the
county in the capacity of Police Officer, Senior Officer,
Master Officer, Career Officer and Corporal; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure with the Chesterfield County
Police Department, Corporal Nichols served diligently as a
Field Training Officer, Marine Patrol Officer, ID Technician
and as a member of the Special Response Unit; and
WHEREAS, Corporal Nichols was recognized with a
Certificate of Achievement for his diligence in conducting an
investigation into vandalism of county property, when due to
his dedication and thoroughness, he was able to identify
suspects and obtain confessions that resulted in numerous
arrests; and
WHEREAS, Corporal Nichols received a Certificate of
Achievement for displaying a high level of professionalism in
conducting a truck safety program, which resulted in nearly
100 trucks being stopped and over 180 summons being issued
for driving and equipment violations during a five-month
period, thereby making the roads of Chesterfield County a
safer place to drive; and
WHEREAS, Corporal Nichols was the recipient of a Chief's
Commendation award for his efforts in the resolution of a
vandalism case that occurred in the area of Safety Town, and
although there was no physical evidence nor witnesses known
at the time, Officer Nichols conducted a painstaking
investigation, which led to the identification of several
suspects, convictions for seven felonies and three
misdemeanors and more than $10,000 in restitution; and
WHEREAS, Corporal Nichols is recognized for his
methodical and highly effective manner of police work and for
his work ethic and integrity, which is second to none; and
WHEREAS, Corporal Nichols has received numerous letters
of commendation, thanks and appreciation from the citizens of
Chesterfield County for service rendered; and
WHEREAS, Corporal Nichols has provided the Chesterfield
County Police Department with many years of loyal and
dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County and the Board of
Supervisors will miss Corporal Nichols' diligent service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Corporal Edward D.
Nichols, and extends on behalf of its members and the
citizens of Chesterfield County, appreciation for his service
to the county, congratulations upon his retirement, and best
wishes for a long and happy retirement.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.1.a.9. ADMINISTRATOR CHESTER F. "CHET" SMITH, JR.,
POLICE DEPARTMENT
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On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Administrator Chester F. "Chet" Smith, Jr.,
will retire from the Chesterfield County Police Department on
February 1, 2012, after providing 30 years of outstanding
quality service to the citizens of Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith has faithfully served the
county in the capacity of Police Officer, Evidence
Technician, Police Property Supervisor and Police Property
Administrator; and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith served as the leader of the
first Total Quality Improvement Team initiated in the Police
Department; and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith was responsible for
implementing numerous cost saving processes, one of which was
the centralized storage of evidence collected by the Police,
Sheriff, Fire and Animal Control departments, resulting in a
cost savings in storage space and manpower; and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith was recognized by the Chief
of Police for suggesting the addition of the Life Saving
Award and the Combat Ribbon Award, which were both adopted
for honoring heroic efforts of police officers; and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith has served on various
committees to include the Police Uniform Committee, the
Records Management System Implementation Committee, the
Police Quality Council, and membership in the International
Association for Property and Evidence; and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith and his co-workers were the
recipients of a 2001 Unit Citation Award for the outstanding
performance of the Police Property Section, and despite
extremely heavy workloads, the section was in 100% compliance
with required standards, policies and practices during the
annual audit performed by the Office of Professional
Standards; and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith received a Certificate of
Achievement for his quick response upon discovery of a severe
roof leak at the evidence storage facility; due to the leak,
a tremendous amount of water was flooding the building,
jeopardizing evidentiary property as well as department-owned
assets, and Administrator Smith oversaw the relocation of
evidence and department property, maintained the chain of
custody on all stored evidence, and oversaw the clean-up
efforts; and the situation was handled in a professional,
competent manner, preventing the loss, of hundreds of
thousands of dollars' worth of property; and
WHEREAS, Administrator
architects on the design of
storage building; and
Smith worked directly with
a new property and evidence
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith planned, organized and
directed the complete move of the property and evidence
operation into a new building, a major undertaking which was
completed ahead of schedule, while maintaining customer
service at normal levels; and
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WHEREAS, Administrator Smith successfully managed the
orderly growth of the Police Department's Evidence Operation
from a 5,700 square foot, three employee operation to a
17,000 square foot, nine employee facility; and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith was recognized for his
efforts in successfully coordinating the Police Department's
logistical needs in sending multiple police deployments to
the Gulf Coast in response to Hurricane Katrina, when due to
the complete degree of destruction, the responding officers
had to take everything they would need to function, including
food and water, and Administrator Smith, 'with efficiency and
speed, was able to gather, order, receive and issue the
needed items, which enabled the Chesterfield County Police
Department to answer the call for assistance in a timely and
professional manner; and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith is an outstanding steward
of the Police Department's resources and assets; and
WHEREAS, under the direction and oversight of
Administrator Smith, the Chesterfield County Police
Department's Property and Evidence Unit has been recently
recognized both nationally and internationally by the
Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission
and the International Association for Property and Evidence;
and
WHEREAS, Administrator Smith has provided the
Chesterfield County Police Department with many years of
loyal and dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County and the Board of
Supervisors will miss Administrator Smith's diligent service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Administrator Chester
F. "Chet" Smith, Jr., and extends on behalf of its members
and the citizens of Chesterfield County, appreciation for his
service to the county, congratulations upon his retirement,
and best wishes for a long and happy retirement.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.l.b. ADOPTING THE RICHMOND-CRATER MULTI-REGIONAL HAZARD
MITIGATION PLAN 2011 UPDATE
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, as
amended, requires that local governments develop, adopt, and
update natural hazard mitigation plans in order to receive
certain federal assistance; and
WHEREAS, the safety and protection of the citizens and
property are the foremost concern to the Board of Supervisors
of Chesterfield County; and
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WHEREAS, the addition of the Hazard Mitigation Plan to
the Chesterfield Emergency Operations Plan will bring
Chesterfield County compliant with the Disaster Mitigation
Act of 2000 standards; and
WHEREAS, a Mitigation Advisory Committee ("MAC")
comprised of representatives from the cities of Colonial
Heights, Emporia, Hopewell, Petersburg, and Richmond; the
counties of Charles City, Chesterfield, Dinwiddie, Goochland,
Greeneville, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, Powhatan, Prince
George, Surry, and Sussex; and the towns of Ashland,
Claremont, Dendron, Jarratt, McKenney, Stony Creek, Surry,
Wakefield, and Waverly; was convened in order to study the
Richmond-Crater risks from and vulnerabilities to natural
hazards, and to make recommendations for mitigating the
effects of such hazards on the Richmond-Crater Region; and
WHEREAS, a request for proposals was issued to hire an
experienced consulting firm to work with the MAC to update a
comprehensive hazard mitigation plan for the Richmond-Crater
region; and
WHEREAS, the efforts of the MAC members and the
consulting firm of Dewberry, in consultation with members of
the Region's public, private and non-profit sectors, have
resulted in an update of the Richmond-Crater Multi-Regional
Hazard Mitigation Plan including Chesterfield County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of
Supervisors of the County of Chesterfield, this 11th day of
January 2012, that the Richmond-Crater Multi-Regional Hazard
Mitigation Plan dated 2011 is hereby approved and adopted for
the County of Chesterfield.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.l.c. RECOGNIZING MS. PAULA FUTRELL AND MR. JAMES G.
LUMPKIN, JR. FOR THEIR SERVICE AS MEMBERS OF THE
CHESTERFIELD COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Ms. Paula C. Futrell has served as a dedicated
and faithful member of the Chesterfield Community Services
Board since her appointment by the Board of Supervisors in
May 2009; and
WHEREAS, during her term as the Matoaca District
representative on the Chesterfield Community Services Board,
Ms. Futrell has served with distinction as a member of the
Substance Abuse Committee, the Nominating Committee, and the
Public Relations Committee; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Futrell has been an active volunteer and
concerned citizen of Chesterfield County, dedicating many
hours to improve services for individuals with physical and
intellectual disabilities and those with mental illness; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Futrell has advocated on behalf of
individuals with substance use disorders, personally meeting
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with local elected officials to reduce barriers and to
improve access to services; and
WHEREAS, because of her considerable skills, Ms. Futrell
has worked diligently toward the development of educational
tools for Chesterfield County citizens regarding recovery for
individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders
and all the services provided by Chesterfield Community
Services Board; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Futrell is recognized throughout
Chesterfield County and the Commonwealth of Virginia for her
steadfast dedication and genuine concern for all persons with
disabilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors hereby expresses sincere
appreciation to Ms. Paula C. Futrell for her many years of
commitment and significant contributions in the provision of
quality mental health, intellectual disability, and substance
abuse services to the citizens of Chesterfield County.
And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. James G. Lumpkin, Jr. has served as a
dedicated and faithful member of the Chesterfield County
Community Services Board since his appointment by the Board
of Supervisors as an at-large representative in January 2005;
and
WHEREAS, during his tenure as a member of the
Chesterfield County Community Services Board, Mr. Lumpkin has
served with distinction as a member of the Finance Committee,
Service Quality Committee, Chair and member of the Community
Relations Committee, Chair and member of the Intermediate
Care Facility Committee, Chair and member of the Executive
Committee and Chair of the Board in 2011; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lumpkin successfully led the Chesterfield
County Community Services Board during a period of increased
demand for services and during a time of economic decline;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lumpkin has for a number of years been an
active volunteer and concerned citizen of Chesterfield
County, serving in numerous leadership capacities, such as
the Camp Baker Management Board, the Board for the Virginia
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services,
and as a long-time volunteer for Chesterfield County
Department of Parks and Recreation in sports programs, such
as Wilderness Alternatives; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Lumpkin is acknowledged locally and across
the Commonwealth for his dedication and genuine concern for
persons with mental illness and intellectual disabilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors hereby expresses sincere
appreciation to Mr. James G. Lumpkin, Jr., for his many years
of commitment and significant contributions in the provision
of quality mental health, intellectual disability, and
substance abuse services to the citizens of Chesterfield
County.
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Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.2. APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDERS
9.A.2.a. TO GODSEY AND SON, INCORPORATED FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
CHESTERWOOD-COGBILL ROAD DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. warren, the Board
approved Change Order #3 with Godsey & Son, Inc., in the
amount of $20,204.31 for the Chesterwood-Cogbill Road
Drainage Improvement project and transferred $20,204.31 from
the County's Capital Reserve to fund Change Order #3.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.2.b. TO ARW CONTRACTING FOR RENOVATIONS AT THE
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER AND GRANTING OF
ADDITIONAL CHANGE ORDER AUTHORITY TO THE COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute a change order
with ARW Contracting in the amount of $41,079.00 for the
renovations to the Chesterfield County Animal Shelter and
granted the County Administrator additional change order
authority of 5 percent of the base contract amount (or
$16,600) as a contingency for any additional issues that may
arise on this contract.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.3. APPROPRIATION OF STATE AID FOR THE FALLING CREEK
GREENWAY ENHANCEMENT PROJECT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
authorized the appropriation of $286,395.41 in State Aid VDOT
Enhancement Funds for Falling Creek Greenway.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.4. AUTHORIZE REQUEST OF GOVERNOR'S DEVELOPMENT
OPPORTUNITY FUND ("GOF") GRANT AND PERFORMANCE
AGREEMENT WITH AMAZON.COM.KYDC LLC; AND APPROPRIATION
OF GOF GRANT TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
approved the Governor's Development Opportunity Fund ("GOF")
Grant and Performance Agreement; and appropriated the GOF
Grant to the Economic Development Authority ("EDA") for
purposes of making the grant to Amazon.com.kydc LLC.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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9.A.5. REQUESTS FOR PERMISSION
9.A.5.a. FROM DONNIE R. PARRISH AND KIMBERLY D. PARRISH FOR
AN EXISTING SHED TO ENCROACH WITHIN A SEWER
EASEMENT ON LOT 2, BLOCK B, BELMONT ACRES
SUBDIVISION
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
granted Donnie R. Parrish and Kimberly D. Parrish permission
for an existing shed to encroach within an 8' sewer easement
on Lot 2, Block B, Belmont Acres Subdivision, subject to the
execution of a license agreement. (It is noted a copy of the
plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Decker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.5.b. FROM ASHCREST, LLC FOR A CONCRETE DRIVEWAY TO
ENCROACH WITHIN A DRAINAGE AND SEWER EASEMENT
ACROSS LOT 1, ASHLEY WOODS AT ELM CREST
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
granted Ashcrest, LLC permission for a concrete driveway to
encroach within a 20' drainage and sewer easement across Lot
1, Ashley Woods at Elm Crest, subject to the execution of a
license agreement. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed
with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.5.c. FROM GREATER RICHMOND SAILING ASSOCIATION,
INCORPORATED TO CONSTRUCT BOAT DOCKS ON SWIFT CREEK
RESERVOIR
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
granted Greater Richmond Sailing Association, Inc. permission
to construct replacement and proposed boat docks within the
impoundment easement for Swift Creek Reservoir, subject to
the execution of a license agreement. (It is noted a copy of
the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.6. REQUESTS TO QUITCLAIM
9.A.6.a. VARIOUS EASEMENTS ACROSS THE PROPERTY OF CMA
PROPERTIES, INCORPORATED
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
authorized the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the
County Administrator to execute a quitclaim deed to vacate a
20' SWM/BMP access easement and two 23' SWM/BMP easements
across the property of CMA Properties, Inc. (It is noted a
copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Decker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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9.A.6.b. A PORTION OF A VARIABLE WIDTH SEWER AND WATER
EASEMENT ACROSS THE PROPERTY OF EDCO, LLC
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
authorized the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the
County Administrator to execute a quitclaim deed to vacate a
portion of a variable width sewer and water easement across
the property of EDCO, LLC. (It is noted a copy of the plat is
filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
9.A.7. SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AMENDMENTS TO
THE COUNTY CODE TO REQUIRE CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS
FOR CERTAIN VOLUNTEERS AND FOR CERTAIN EMPLOYEES WITH
NEW JOB ASSIGNMENTS
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
set February 8, 2012, as the date for a public hearing to
consider amendments to the County Code to require criminal
background checks for certain volunteers and for certain
employees with new job assignments.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
The following item was removed from the Consent Agenda for
Board discussion:
9.A.l.d. RECOGNIZING THE HONORABLE ARTHUR S. WARREN AS 2011
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Mr. Gecker commended Mr. Warren on his outstanding leadership
and guidance throughout his term.
On motion of Mr. Gecker, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle,. the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Honorable Arthur S. Warren, Supervisor
representing the Clover Hill District, served as Chairman of
the Board of Supervisors from January 2011 to December 2011
and during this period, demonstrated outstanding leadership
and insight through many challenges and opportunities
confronting the county, while responding to the needs of
citizens and exhibiting an unwavering dedication to
maintaining a high quality of life for Chesterfield County
residents; and
WHEREAS, under Mr. Warren's Chairmanship, the county
demonstrated leadership in managing its financial resources,
as evidenced by the affirmation of the county's triple Aaa
bond rating following an intensive review process by Moody's,
one of the three major rating agencies, and after an
extensive review, Moody's removed the county from its
negative watch list and fully reinstated the county's status
as one of fewer than 25 counties in the U. S . to receive the
highest possible financial rating from all three major rating
agencies; realizing a cost savings of more than $13 million
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through sealed bidding and negotiations conducted by the
Purchasing Department on behalf of the county and schools;
and adopting the FY2012 budget, advancing key initiatives in
public safety, education and economic development, including
tourism initiatives, all of which were funded in a flat
revenue environment by implementing efficiency savings
totaling in excess of $6 million; and
WHEREAS, successes under Mr. Warren's Chairmanship
include receiving the Government Finance Officer
Association's Certificate of Achievement for Financial
Reporting for the 30th consecutive year for the county's
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report; Internal Audit
successfully completing its fifth Peer Review through the
Association of Local Government Auditors, representing 15
consecutive years of full compliance with Government Auditing
Standards; being selected for the 5th consecutive time as one
of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by America's
Promise Alliance; the Sheriff's Office achieving
reaccreditation from the Virginia Law Enforcement
Professional Standards Commission; and ranking in the Top 10
for the 2011 National Night Out by the National Association
of Town Watch; receiving the IDEC Excellence in Economic
Development Award for the "Business First" Program; and
receiving 12 NACo Achievement Awards and 2 VACo Achievement
Awards; and
WHEREAS, other successes under Mr. Warren's Chairmanship
include the Henricus 400th anniversary celebration, with the
sailing of the Godspeed from Jamestown to Henricus; the 9-1-1
Memorial Concert; dedicating the new addition to the
Manchester Volunteer Rescue Squad building, providing a
unique and positive partnership between the rescue squad and
the Department of Fire and EMS by operating from the same
facility; opening of the Enon public safety driving facility
to train police officers and sheriff's deputies in emergency
vehicle operation and technical driving skills; and providing
thousands of man-hours for various services in response to
Hurricane Irene, including woody debris drop sites and
coordinating meals and water distribution with community
volunteers to impacted residents; and
WHEREAS, service enhancements to benefit county citizens
include developing Mental Health Support Service's electronic
health record and billing system, enabling staff to schedule
appointments and bill efficiently and citizens to sign forms
electronically, among other benefits; forming a citizen
committee for coordinating animal welfare, to determine ways
for volunteers, non-profit and private organizations to work
cooperatively to reduce homeless animals, increase pet
retention and to educate the public in animal welfare;
replacing an aging ladder truck and an aging heavy rescue
unit that are utilized by firefighters on a daily basis to
provide critical, fire, EMS and technical rescue services to
county residents; and the Police Department, in partnership
with the Drug Enforcement Administration and SAFE, helping
residents safely dispose of more than 350 pounds of expired
and unneeded prescription and over-the-counter drugs, making
Chesterfield County a safer community; and receiving donated
property for the Swift Creek Conservation Area and Atkins
Community Park; and
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WHEREAS, major economic and community development
successes include the announcement of 11 economic development
projects, more than $143 million in investment and 2,149 new
jobs; unveiling of the Chesterfield Avenue enhancements in
the Village of Ettrick; groundbreaking of Uptown Alley, a $20
million entertainment complex; opening of Costco's new state-
of-the-art warehouse facility; Mazda adding a $1.3 million
transmission remanufacturing line; beginning of the
Stonebridge development with demolition of the former
Cloverleaf Mall and groundbreaking for an $18 million Kroger
Marketplace; making significant strides in sports tourism,
including the CBC Bronco World Series and the Capital Cup
Lacrosse and USA Field Hockey Tournaments being held in the
county; groundbreaking for the aquatics center; and beginning
construction for two new artificial turf fields at Stratton
Park; securing of VDOT revenue sharing funds for projects to
include the widening of Powhite Parkway from Route 288 to
Watermill Parkway; and securing of regional surface
transportation funds to advance priority road projects; and
WHEREAS, the successful year culminated with completion
and opening of the Meadowville Interchange at I-295, followed
shortly thereafter by the announcement by Amazon.com of an
$85 million fulfillment center to be constructed in
Meadowville Technology Park, creating 1,000 new jobs, making
it one of the largest economic development announcements in
the history of Chesterfield County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the county's many
accomplishments and applauds its 2011 chairman, the Honorable
Arthur S. Warren.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of
Supervisors does hereby present Mr. Warren with a plaque
recognizing his distinguished service as chairman from
January 2011 to December 2011.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
10. REPORTS
10.A. REPORT ON STATUS OF GENERAL FUND BALANCE, RESERVE FOR
FUTURE CAPITAL PROJECTS, DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS
AND LEASE PURCHASES
10.B. REPORT ON ROADS ACCEPTED INTO THE STATE SECONDARY
SYSTEM
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
accepted the following reports: a Report on Status of General
Fund Balance, Reserve for Future Capital Projects, District
Improvement Funds and Lease Purchases.
And, further, the following roads were accepted into the
State Secondary System:
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AnnTTTnN LENGTH
Arbor Meadows 2
(Effective 11/8/2011)
Arbor Ridge Drive (Route 7577) - From Arbor
Ridge Terrace (Route 7580) to cul-de-sac 0.03 miles
Arbor Ridge Drive (Route 7577) - From Arbor
Meadows Drive (Route 7033) to Oak Arbor Drive
(Route 7578) 0.09 miles
Arbor Ridge Drive (Route 7577) - From Oak
Arbor Drive (Route 7578) to Arbor Ridge Terrace
(Route 7580) 0.04 miles
Arbor Ridge Terrace (Route 7580) - From Arbor
Drive (Route 7577) to cul-de sac 0.05 miles
Oak Arbor Court (Route 7579) - From Arbor
Ridge Drive (Route 7577) to cul-de-sac 0.03 miles
Oak Arbor Drive (Route 7578).- From Oak
Arbor Terrace (Route 7581) (Route 7581) 0.03 miles
Oak Arbor Drive (Route 7578) - From Arbor
Ridge Drive (Route 7577) to Oak Arbor Terrace
(Route 7581) 0.05 miles
Oak Arbor Terrace (Route 7581) - From Oak
Arbor Drive (Route 7578) to cul-de-sac 0.08 miles
Sanctuary at Watermill B
(Effective 11/8/2011)
Pinery Way (Route 7392) - From Wing Haven
Place (Route 7380) to Thorncrag Lane
(Route 7570) 0.06 miles
Pinery Way (Route 7392) - From 0.03 miles
northeast of Pencader Road (Route 7391) to
wing Haven Place(Route 7380) 0.02 miles
Safewings Place (Route 7571) - From Thorncarg
Lane (Route 7570) to cul-de-sac 0.19 miles
Thorncrag Lane (Route 7570) - From Safewings
Place (Route 7571) to cul-de-sac 0.04 miles
Thorncrag Lane (Route 7570) - From Pinery
Way (Route 7392) to Safewings Place (Route 7571) 0.04 miles
Thorncrag Lane (Route 7570) - From Pinery
Way (Route 7392) to cul-de-sac 0.07 miles
Wing Haven Place (Route 7380) - From 0.04 miles
west of Seabird Drive (Route 7378) to Pinery
Way (Route 7392) 0.08 miles
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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11. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED
MATTERS
There were no requests to address the Board at this time.
12. DINNER
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. warren, the Board
recessed to Room 504, for dinner.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Reconvening:
13. INVOCATION
Chaplin George Corbett, Richmond Chapter, Sons of the
American Revolution, gave the invocation.
14. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF
AMERICA
Ms. Amanda Schanz led the Pledge of Allegiance.
15. RESOLUTIONS
15.A. RECOGNIZING MR. THOMAS JACOBSON, DIRECTOR OF
REVITALIZATION, UPON HIS RETIREMENT
Mr. Will Davis introduced Mr. Thomas E. Jacobson, who was
present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Thomas E. Jacobson joined Chesterfield
County in 1986, as Director of Planning, serving for eighteen
years, and then serving for seven years as Director of
Revitalization; and
WHEREAS, as Director of Planning, Mr. Jacobson initiated
an action-oriented planning process with implementation
projects and ordinances adopted concurrent with comprehensive
plan amendments; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson established citizen participation
as a keystone of the county's comprehensive planning process,
through assisting development of community organizations and
citizen participation procedures in planning and development
review; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson developed a village planning and
implementation program for all five historic villages
resulting in active village community organizations, village
design standards, public streetscape improvements, and
quality new village development projects; and
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WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson initiated the riverfront planning
project resulting in new riverfront parks and the
establishment of the Friends of Chesterfield's Riverfront;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson developed ordinances and planning
concepts to create orderly development of new fringe areas
through mandatory water and sewer connections, road-stripping
standards, rural development standards, and establishment of
the deferred growth area (green area); and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson initiated the establishment of a
comprehensive database to track development trends, physical,
and socio-economic conditions of the county's 25 communities;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson led preparation of modern zoning
and design standards to shape quality development; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson worked to preserve Chesterfield
County's history through helping to establish the
Preservation Committee and working with historic property
owners; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson managed the improvement of
existing commercial corridors and neighborhoods through
development of plans, implementation programs, incentives for
new development and public improvements; and'
WHEREAS, the Village of Ettrick saw many changes under
Mr. Jacobson's leadership, with adoption of the Ettrick
Village Plan in 2004 and completion of the Chesterfield
Avenue Enhancement Project's first phase in 2011, through the
partnership with Virginia State University to revitalize the
village and create a college town atmosphere; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson worked to improve the Jefferson
Davis Highway corridor in cooperation with the Jefferson
Davis Association through planning, initiation of the
county's first enterprise zone, first pro-active code
enforcement program, the Winchester Greens development,
streetscape improvements, and numerous other actions; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson supported metropolitan-wide
development of affordable housing through active
participation on the governing boards of the Better Housing
Coalition, Partnership for Housing Affordability, and
Chesterfield Alternatives Incorporated; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson mentored numerous planners,
architects, engineers, and developers in sound planning
principles through seminars, conferences, the Urban Land
Institute mentoring program, and as an adjunct professor at
Virginia Commonwealth University; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson represented Chesterfield County by
giving planning and revitalization speeches at many national
conventions and suburban planning seminars in Denver,
Baltimore, New Orleans, and Buford County, SC; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson worked to redevelop the Cloverleaf
Mall site through initial planning studies, recruitment of a
development partner, education of citizen and business
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organizations, management of the property for seven years,
and coordination of the phase 1 project; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson initiated and provided staff
assistance to the Chesterfield County Sustain Our Communities
Committee by preparing education programs, self help
products, and the report The Path Forward; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson managed streetscape improvements
along county major commercial corridors through a variety of
public and private funding; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jacobson presented over 500 speeches on the
need and benefits of county planning and revitalization.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of January 2012,
publicly recognizes Mr. Thomas E. Jacobson for his 25 years
of distinguished service to Chesterfield County, and extends
sincere best wishes for a long, healthy and happy retirement.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mr. Jacobson and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Mr. Gecker presented Mr. Jacobson with the executed
resolution and commended him for his many years of loyal and
dedicated service and leadership.
Ms. Jaeckle commended Mr. Jacobson on his tremendous service
to the county.
Mr. Davis highly praised Mr. Jacobson for his successful
endeavors while working for the county.
Mr. Warren expressed his appreciation for Mr. Jacobson's
commitment and passionate service to the county.
Mr. Holland expressed his appreciation for Mr. Jacobson's
service to the county and wished him well in his retirement.
Mr. Stegmaier presented Mr. Jacobson with an acrylic statue
and county watch, expressed appreciation for his outstanding
service to the county and wished him a happy retirement.
Mr. Jacobson expressed appreciation to his family, the Board
of Supervisors and staff for their support throughout the
years.
15.B. RECOGNIZING MR. MICHEL ZAJUR FOR HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS
AS AN OUTSTANDING MEMBER OF THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY
Mr. Don Kappel introduced Mr. Michel Zajur, who was present
to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Gecker, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
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WHEREAS, Mr. Michel Zajur is the president and chief
executive officer of the Virginia Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Zajur emigrated to the United States from
his native Mexico with his family in 1960; and
WHEREAS, his family established the popular La Siesta
restaurant, which he owned and operated for more than 35
years; and
WHEREAS, as the area's Hispanic population grew, La
Siesta became a popular place for Latinos to visit when
looking for assistance in finding employment, loans,
recommendations regarding places to live, and other
information; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Zajur and his wife, Lisa, founded Siesta
Town, a cultural program for young adults, and the Spanish
Academy and Cultural Institute, which teaches Spanish and
English to businesses and individuals, government agencies,
U.S. military personnel and others, in the 1990s; and
WHEREAS, in May of 2000, Mr. Zajur founded the Virginia
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in order to link the Hispanic
community and the community-at-large; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Zajur's strong leadership and
organizational skills have been widely recognized, and he has
been appointed by governors Mark Warner, Timothy Kaine and
Robert McDonnell to serve on various commissions, task force
committees and transition teams; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Zajur currently serves as chairman of the
Virginia Latino Advisory Board; and
WHEREAS, he is the recipient of the National Conference
of Community Justices Humanitarian Award and the Minority
Small Business Champion Award; and
WHEREAS, he was named as "One of the 25 people you need
to know in the state" by Virginia Business Magazine in 2011;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Zajur has been a driving force in
strengthening economic development ties between Virginia and
Mexico, Peru and other Latin American countries; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia International Business Council has
awarded Mr. Zajur the 2011 Global Excellence Award in
recognition of his exceptional contributions to the growth of
world trade in Virginia; and
WHEREAS, the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors
recognizes and appreciates the many important economic-
development and other contributions made by Mr. Zajur to the
quality of life in Chesterfield County and the region; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County is proud to recognize Mr.
Zajur for his many contributions.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of January 2012, publicly
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recognizes Mr. Michel Zajur for his accomplishments as an
outstanding member of the business community, as an
inspirational role model, and for his efforts to foster
cultural understanding and economic success.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mr. Zajur and that this resolution
be permanently recorded among the papers of this Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Mr. Warren presented Mr. Zajur with the executed resolution
and commended him for his efforts with economic success.
Mr. Stegmaier expressed his appreciation for Mr. Zajur's many
contributions.
Mr. Zajur expressed his appreciation to the Board of
Supervisors and stated he is very humbled by the recognition.
15.C. RECOGNIZING MS. AMANDA SCHANZ FOR HER OUTSTANDING
LEADERSHIP AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
Mr. Don Kappel introduced Ms. Amanda Schanz, who was present
to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Ms. Amanda Schanz is a senior at the Math and
Science High School at Clover Hill; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Schanz is the vice-president of the Science
National Honor Society; and
WHEREAS, she also is a member of both the National Honor
Society and the Beta Club; and
WHEREAS, during her high-school career, Ms. Schanz has
been chosen as the Virginia representative to the national
Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition, the Junior Science
and Humanities Symposium and the National Sons of the
American Revolution Knight Essay contest; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Schanz received an Honorable Mention for
her essay on Pearl Harbor from the National World War II
Museum in 2011; and
WHEREAS, this year, she was
Foreign Wars' Voice of Democracy
VFW Post 2239; and
selected as the Veterans of
Oration contest winner for
WHEREAS, Ms. Schanz also was selected as the student
editor for News & Notes, the Genealogical Research Institute
of Virginia's quarterly newsletter; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Schanz, while a junior at the Math and
Science High School, wrote an essay entitled, "Covert
Affairs: The Uncelebrated Contribution of Military
Intelligence During the Revolutionary War"; and
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WHEREAS, Ms. Schanz's entry was the winner of the 2011
Local, State and National Knight Essay Contest competition
sponsored by the Sons of the American Revolution; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County, Virginia, is proud to have
Ms. Amanda Schanz as a resident and as a student in the
Chesterfield County Public Schools system; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Schanz will be attending Mercyhurst College
in the fall; and
WHEREAS, she will study Forensic Science, with a
concentration in Forensic Anthropology; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of January 2012,
publicly recognizes the exemplary achievements of Ms. Amanda
Schanz, congratulates her on being selected as the winner of
the 2011 Local, State and National Knight Essay Contest
competition, and extends best wishes for continued success.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Ms. Schanz, and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Mr. Warren presented Ms. Schanz with the executed resolution
and congratulated her on her exemplary achievements.
Ms. Schanz expressed her appreciation to her family, the
Board of Supervisors and various school representatives for
their support.
Dr. Deborah E. Marks, Principal of Clover Hill High School,
extended her best wishes to Ms. Schanz for her continued
success and commended her on her leadership.
Mr. George Corbett and other representatives of Sons of the
American Revolution, commended Ms. Schanz on her recent
accomplishment.
16. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED
MATTERS
Ms. Sara Yost addressed the Board relative to the vision of
the draft Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Bill Baker expressed concerns relative to the language
within the draft Comprehensive Plan Executive Summary.
Mr. Bob Olsen addressed the Board relative to the county's
residential budget.
Mr. Freddy Boisseau addressed the Board relative to certain
land use and housing elements within the draft Comprehensive
Plan.
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Mr. Ralph Carter inquired about the relationship between the
vision of the draft Comprehensive Plan and Agenda 21.
17. PUBLIC HEARINGS
There were no Public Hearings at this time.
18. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED
MATTERS
There were no requests to address the Board at this time.
19. ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adjourned at 7:28 p.m. until January 25, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
J mes J. egmai Daniel A. Gecker
ounty A inistrator Chairman
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