2012-03-14 MinutesBOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
March 14, 2012
Supervisors in Attendance: Staff in Attendance:
Mr. Daniel A. Gecker, Chairman Mr. Mike Bacile, Dir.,
Ms. Dorothy A. Jaeckle, Vice Chrm. Purchasing
Mr. Arthur S. Warren Dr. Sheryl Bailey, Dep.
Ms. James M. Holland County Administrator,
Mr. Stephen A. Elswick Management Services
Ms. Liz Bernhard, Dir.,
Mr. James J. L. Stegmaier Victim Witness
County Administrator Mr. Rich Billingsley,
Deputy License Inspector,
License Inpection
Ms. Janice Blakley,
Clerk to the Board
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
Ms. Jana Carter, Dir.,
Juvenile Services
Mr. Barry Condrey, Chief
Information Officer
Mr. Roy Covington, Dir.,
Utilities
Ms. Mary Ann Curtin, Dir.,
Intergovtl. Relations
Mr. William W. Davenport,
Commonwealth's Attorney
Mr. Jonathan Davis, Dir.,
Real Estate Assessments
Mr. Will Davis, Dir.,
Economic Development
Mr. William Dupler, Dep.
County Administrator,
Community Development
Mr. Robert Eanes, Asst. to
the County Administrator
Mr. Michael Golden, Dir.,
Parks and Recreation
Mr. John W. Harmon,
Real Property Manager
Dr. Parham Jaberi, Dir.
Health Department
Mr. Donald Kappel, Dir.,
Public Affairs
Mr. Rob Key, Director,
General Services
Mr. Louis Lassiter, Asst.
County Administrator
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Ms. Debbie Leidheiser,
Senior Advocate,
Human Services
Mr. Mike Likins,
Coop. Extension Director
Mr. Mike Mabe, Director,
Libraries
Ms. Mary Martin Selby,
Dir., Human Resource
Services
Mr. Richard M. McElfish,
Dir., Env. Engineering
Mr. Jeffrey L. Mincks,
County Attorney
Mr. Glen Peterson, Dir.,
Community Correction
Services
Ms. Karen Reilly,
Comp. Services Administrato
Human Services
Ms. Karen F. Russell,
Risk Manager
Chief Edward L. Senter,
Fire Department
Ms. Marsha Sharpe, Dir.,
Social Services
Ms. Sarah Snead, Dep.
County Administrator,
Human Services
Mr. Rich Troshak, Dir.,
Emergency Communications Ce
Mr. Kirk Turner, Dir.,
Planning
Mr. Mike Westfall, Dir.,
Internal Audit
Mr. Rick Witt,
Building Official
Mr. Scott Zaremba, Dir.,
Human Resource Programs
Mr. Gecker called the regularly scheduled meeting to order at
3:00 p.m.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
There were no Minutes for the Board's approval at this time.
2. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
2.A. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Mr. Stegmaier announced that last week the county
"Sunny Award" from Sunshine. Review, a national
organization dedicated to government transparency.
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websites in the nation, went_ to only the top
government entities out of more than 6,000
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Mr. Stegmaier shared correspondence regarding the high
quality work preformed in the Accounting Department from
Professor Robert Freeman (Texas Tech), a former GASB member
and professor who teaches Governmental Accounting, Financial
Reporting and Auditing Seminars.
the funding associated with those issues.
Ms. Mary Ann Curtain provided an update on the General
Assembly. She stated as the scheduled adjournment of the 2012
session comes closer, there are significant unresolved issues
besides the state budget, including transportation, VRS, and
the election of judges. She further stated the bills are all
intertwined with funding in the state budget, so not only
does a conference committee have to reconcile the various
versions of the bills, but a resolution has to be reached on
3. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Holland announced that he attended the grand opening of
the Aquatics Center on March 13th. He stated it is a beautiful
new facility that will be a significant asset to Chesterfield
County.
Ms. Jaeckle announced the Bermuda District will hold a joint
community meeting with Bermuda School Board representative
Carrie Coyner regarding the budget on March 15th at 7:00 p.m.
at Thomas Dale High School. She commended Mr. Bobby Ukrop and
Mr. John Lugbill on their accomplishments in regards to the
regional Aquatics Center.
Mr. Gecker announced the Midlothian District will hold a
community meeting regarding the county's proposed FY2013
budget on March 19th at 7:00 p.m. at Elkhardt Baptist Church.
4. REQUESTS TO POSTPONE AGENDA ITEMS AND ADDITIONS,
DELETIONS OR CHANGES IN THE ORDER OF PRESENTATION
There were no Requests to Postpone Agenda Items and
Additions, Deletions or Changes in the Order of Presentation.
5. RESOLUTIONS
5.A. RECOGNIZING CAPTAIN HENRY J. "HANK" GRODSKI, FIRE AND
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT, UPON HIS
RETIREMENT
Chief Senter introduced Captain Henry J. "Hank" Grodski, who
was present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Gecker, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Captain Henry J. "Hank" Grodski retired from
the Chesterfield Fire and Emergency Medical Services
Department, Chesterfield County, on January 1, 2012; and
WHEREAS, Captain Grodski began his career on April 1,
1976 and attended Recruit School #6 in July 1976; and
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WHEREAS, Captain Grodski has faithfully served the
county and its citizens for more than thirty-five years in
various assignments, as a firefighter at the Ettrick Fire and
EMS Station, as a firefighter and sergeant at the Midlothian
Fire and EMS Station, as a lieutenant, "C" Shift
administrative officer, captain and battalion chief of "C"
Shift's southern battalion, fire marshal in the Fire and Life
Safety Division, and as a captain at the Chester and Matoaca
Fire and EMS Stations; and
WHERAS, Captain Grodski's "career fire" occurred on
February 19, 1988, while commanding a multi-alarm fire at
Sonoco Paper Products, an 84,000 square foot
office/production/warehouse located at 1701 West Hundred
Road, where a back draft explosion occurred, and yet there
were no injuries to firefighting personnel; and
WHEREAS, Captain Grodski was awarded a
the exemplary efforts involved in the extra
a Chesterfield County police officer and
Trooper who were trapped in a patrol car,
between two delivery trucks on Iron Bridge
1993; and
Unit Citation for
Lcation process of
a Virginia State
which was pinned
Road in September
WHEREAS, Captain Grodski was awarded a Unit Citation for
the efforts in fighting a structural fire on Milhorn Street
involving an attempted rescue of a child in April 2005; and
WHEREAS, Captain Grodski was awarded an EMS Unit
Citation for the treatment and care provided to a citizen
visiting from another state who went into cardiac arrest in
May 2005; and
WHEREAS, Captain Grodski was awarded a Unit Citation for
providing exemplary service in March 2007 when a vehicle hit
a tree head-on, resulting in the gasoline tank rupturing and
catching fire, trapping the citizen; and
WHEREAS, Captain Grodski was actively involved in
training and educating members in the fire service, which
included formal training with industrial fire brigades
training, various recruit schools, the Virginia State Fire
Chiefs Conference, ICS East Conference, and the First-Line
Supervisors School; and
WHEREAS, Captain Grodski was probably most well-known
for his informal mentoring of up and coming fire officers,
riding with them to coach and observe their actions, as well
as daily discussions of fireground situations and how to
react, and his efforts will leave a long-lasting legacy
within the organization; and
WHEREAS, Captain Grodski's dedication to the department
and citizens of Chesterfield County has been exemplary; his
aspiration to maintain a healthy lifestyle resulted in him
taking minimal sick leave his entire thirty-five plus years
of service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 14th day of March 2012,
publicly recognizes the contributions of Captain Henry J.
"Hank" Grodski, expresses the appreciation of all residents
for his service to the county, and extends appreciation for
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his dedicated service and congratulations upon his
retirement.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Captain Grodski, 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. Elswick presented Captain Grodski the executed resolution
and commended him for his many years of loyal and dedicated
service.
Mr. Stegmaier presented Captain Grodski an acrylic statue and
county watch and expressed appreciation for his outstanding
service to the county.
Captain Grodski expressed appreciation for the honor of
serving Chesterfield County.
5.B. RECOGNIZING LIEUTENANT JAN A. COLLINS, FIRE AND
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT, UPON HIS
RETIREMENT
Chief Senter,introduced Lieutenant Jan A. Collins, who was
present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Elsiwck, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Jan A. Collins retired from the
Chesterfield Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department,
Chesterfield County, on December 1, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Collins began his career as a member
of Recruit School #15 in November 1983 and has faithfully
served the county for twenty-eight years; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Collins served in various
assignments as a firefighter, at the Dale, Dutch Gap and
Ettrick Fire and EMS Stations; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Collins
June 1988, and his position
January 1992; and
was promoted to sergeant in
re-titled to lieutenant in
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Collins served as an officer at the
Bensley, Wagstaff, Clover Hill, Airport, Enon, Midlothian,
Chester and Matoaca Fire and EMS Stations; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Collins served as the department's
first career recruiting officer; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Collins served the department as a
Tactical Safety Officer; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Collins was awarded an EMS Unit
Citation for his involvement in a successful resuscitation of
a cardiac arrest patient in November 1993, as well as a Unit
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Citation for his actions in fire ground operations of a
multi-building fire at Buckingham Station in May 1995.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 14th day of March 2012,
publicly recognizes the contributions of Lieutenant Jan A.
Collins, expresses the appreciation. of all residents for his
service to the county, and extends appreciation for his
dedicated service and congratulations upon his retirement.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Lieutenant Collins, 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. Elswick presented Lieutenant Collins the executed
resolution and commended him for his many years of loyal and
dedicated service.
Mr. Stegmaier presented Lieutenant Collins an acrylic statue
and county watch and expressed appreciation for his
outstanding service to the county.
Lieutenant Collins expressed appreciation for the honor of
serving Chesterfield County.
6. WORK SESSION
6.A. PROPOSED FY2013 BUDGET
6.A.1. COMMONWEALTH'S ATTORNEY
Mr. Davenport stated the last four years the county has been
through tough economic times. He further stated the best
financial decisions are made during the hard times, which are
focused on the core functions of the county. He commended Mr.
Stegmaier, Dr. Bailey, Mr. Carmody and Ms. Angela Quinn for
working with the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office through the
trying budget times. He expressed concerns relative to loss
of personnel.
Mr. Gecker expressed appreciation to Mr. Davenport and his
staff for their noteworthy accomplishments.
Mr. Davenport stated a budget amendment has gone before the
General Assembly regarding salaries of Assistant
Commonwealth's Attorneys and prosecutors.
6.A.2. MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Dr. Sheryl Bailey briefly reviewed the structure of the
Management Services Division, which is comprised of eight
departments within the County Administrator's organization
and the administrative management of courts, as well as five
elected constitutional officers and appointed officials who
coordinate with the administration. She stated Management
Services comprises a very small percent of the total county
overall budget, including the direct community services and
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the shared support for schools and the county. She further
stated of the total 8 percent of allocations for Management
Services, 2.3 percent goes to citizen services like voting,
DMV Select, waste disposal and recycling, assessment and
collection of taxes, and the administration of justice. She
stated only 5.7 percent of the total proposed budget goes to
the shared financial and support services provided to the
county, Utilities and schools. She further stated these
efficient operations mean 92 percent of the county's budget
is used for direct service departments, such as public
safety, Human Services and Community Development. She
provided details regarding community impacts, which include
keeping the community safe; providing a safe and clean
community; providing citizens easy and convenient access to
vital information for a wide range of county activities; and
providing productive partnerships with a wide range of
affiliated organizations. She stated the Management Services
Division's staff care about the community and go beyond the
job description to make it a better place. She reviewed
initiatives underway to improve Management Services'
productivity and efficiency. As a result, she stated the
Division has improved performance and avoided costs. She
reviewed some challenges going forward, which include
additional regulatory costs; rising fuel and supply costs;
retention; and increased requests for support from affiliated
entities. In closing, she expressed appreciation to the
dedicated employees, citizens serving on boards and
commissions, and the Board of Supervisors.
Mr. Holland commended Dr. Bailey for her outstanding and
thorough presentation. He stated the services provided by the
Management Services Division have an essential impact on the
community.
In response to Ms. Jaeckle's question regarding rising fuel
costs, Dr. Bailey stated the current goal is to increase
efficiency to significantly offset costs. She further stated
an anti-idling campaign has been enforced for the vehicle
operators, which has made a significant impact.
Mr. Elswick expressed his appreciation to Dr. Bailey and
staff for updating him during his transition.
Mr. Gecker expressed his appreciation to Dr. Bailey for her
informative presentation.
7. DEFERRED ITEMS
There were no Deferred Items at this time.
8. NEW BUSINESS
8.A. CONSENT ITEMS
8.A.1. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS
8.A.l.a. RECOGNIZING COUNTY EMPLOYEES UPON THEIR RETIREMENT
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8.A.i.a.1. CAPTAIN DONALD K. REEKES, FIRE AND EMERGENCY
MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Captain Donald K. Reekes retired from the
Chesterfield Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department,
Chesterfield County, on March 1, 2012; and
WHEREAS, Captain Reekes started his career in Recruit
School #15 in October 1984 and has faithfully served the
citizens of Chesterfield County as a firefighter and officer
at the Chester, Manchester, Midlothian, Clover Hill, Matoaca,
Buford, Ettrick, Dutch Gap and Airport Fire and EMS Stations;
and
WHEREAS, Captain Reekes was promoted to the rank of
sergeant in June 1988, and his position re-titled to
lieutenant in January 1992, then promoted to the rank of
captain in July 1996; and
WHEREAS, Captain Reekes served as a part-time fire
instructor and fire inspector; and
WHEREAS, Captain Reekes served as "C" Shift's
Administrative Officer from December 1998 to March 2000; and
WHEREAS, Captain Reekes served as the.Chesterfield Fire
and EMS Safety Officer from January 2002 to April 2006; and
WHEREAS, Captain Reekes was awarded four life save
awards and six unit citations, exemplifying a high level of
service to the citizens of Chesterfield County, and also
received the Outstanding Career Officer of the Year Award for
1999; and
WHEREAS, Captain Reekes served on many workgroups and
completed many projects to include Apparatus Design
Committee, Focus and Direction Committee, team leader of the
Organizational Climate Assessment Review Committee, Turnout
Gear Grant Workgroup, Terrorism Grant Workgroup and Unit 49
Accident Investigation Team; and
WHEREAS, Captain Reekes was a charter member of the
Critical Incident Stress Management Team and the SCUBA Rescue
Team, as well as the Hazardous Materials Team; and
WHEREAS, Captain Reekes served his last four years as a
valued and well respected station captain at Fire Station
#15, where he was Hazardous Materials Team Leader, worked
closely .with the Airport Manager and staff to certify
responders to be better prepared for aircraft accidents., and
housed the backup Emergency Communications Center.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the contributions of
Captain Donald K. Reekes, 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.
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8.A.1.a.2. CAPTAIN KEVIN S. MCNAMEE, FIRE AND EMERGENCY
MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Captain Kevin S. McNamee retired from the
Chesterfield Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department,
Chesterfield County, on January 1, 2012; and
WHEREAS, Captain McNamee attended Recruit School #14 in
May 1983 and has served the county for over twenty-eight
years in various assignments, including the Bon Air, Bensley,
Ettrick, Dale, Manchester, Enon, Airport, Dutch Gap, Clover
Hill and Buford Fire and EMS Stations; and
WHEREAS, Captain McNamee served in the Training and
Safety Division as a recruit school company commander and as
a paramedic on the Tactical Medic Team; and
WHEREAS, Captain McNamee was promoted from firefighter
to lieutenant in October 1988 and to captain in July 2005;
and
WHEREAS, Captain McNamee assisted the US Forestry
Service at a wild land fire in Klamath Falls, Oregon in 1987;
and
WHEREAS, Captain McNamee was a member of the Air
National Guard throughout his career and served on multiple
deployments in support of our nation's defense, including
deployments to Operation Desert Shield from January - May
1991; Operation Noble Eagle from January 2002 - January 2003;
Operation Iraqi Freedom in Balad, Iraq from December 2004 -
May 2005; and Operation Enduring Freedom beginning October
2010 as he continues his assignment; and
WHEREAS, Captain McNamee was recognized as an effective
team member at emergency scenes, including serving as the
initial incident commander at the Dupont fire in 1991; and
WHEREAS, Captain McNamee was awarded an EMS Unit
Citation for the exemplary service involving extrication and
patient care due to a head-on collision on Beach Road near
Route 10 on May 14, 1999; and
WHEREAS, Captain McNamee was awarded a Chesterfield
Police Chief's Commendation for his diligence, dedication and
selfless service as a tactical medic on the Chesterfield SWAT
Team.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the contributions of
Captain Kevin S. McNamee, 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.
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8.A.1.a.3. MRS. BARBARA FASSETT, PLANNING DEPARTMENT
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mrs. Barbara Fassett retired from the
Chesterfield County Planning Department on February 29, 2012,
after 23 years of dedicated service to the citizens of
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett began her career with the
Chesterfield County Planning Department on February 27, 1989,
as a Principal Planner; and
WHEREAS, as a Principal Planner, Planning Administrator
and Planning Manager, Mrs. Fassett greatly enhanced the
quality of life for all county, citizens through her
professionalism, dedication and commitment to effectively
plan for the future of Chesterfield; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett successfully supervised the
Planning Department's Advance Planning and Research and
Administration Branches; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett oversaw the development of the
Meadowville Plan, adopted by the Board of Supervisors in
1990; the Ettrick Village Plan, adopted in 1991; the
Jefferson Davis Corridor Plan, adopted in 1993; the Central
Area Plan, adopted in 1997; and the Eastern Midlothian Plan,
adopted in 1998; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett was the Chesterfield County
Planning Department's Employee of the Year in 1993; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett established Chesterfield County's
Community Enhancement Program, the recipient of a 1997 NACO
Award; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett guided the development of the
Meadowbrook Community Initiative, recipient of a 1997 NACO
Award; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett oversaw the development of the
Neighbor to Neighbor Citizen Code Enforcement Program,
recipient of a 1999 NACO Award; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett established the Chesterfield
County Community Indicators Report series, first published in
1999; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett used her community organization
skills to help establish the Jefferson Davis Association, the
Gateway Business Association and the Friends of
Chesterfield's Riverfront; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett represented Chesterfield County in
facilitating numerous meetings and conferences, including the
Virginia Works Conference, the Focus Forward Regional
Conference, the James River Task Force, Ettrick On the Move
and the county's own Total Quality Improvement program; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett supervised the development of the
Route 360 Corridor Plan, Route 288 Corridor Plan, Southern
Jefferson Davis Corridor Plan, Matoaca Village Plan, Public
Facilities Plan, Northern Courthouse Road Community Plan and
Chester Plan; and
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WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett organized the Chesterfield County
Planning and Education Project in 2004, a citizen education
academy designed to promote public understanding of the land
development and comprehensive planning process; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett
the Chesterfield County
Committee, meeting numerous
committee and coordinated
civic groups interested in
Chesterfield County; and
facilitated the organization of
Comprehensive Plan Steering
times in 2009 and 2010 with the
06 presentations to citizens and
helping to shape the future of
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett managed and mentored numerous
Planning staff over the years, so that her staff would strive
towards greater responsibility, professionalism, teamwork and
service to the community; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fassett provided invaluable insight,
perspective, wisdom, humor and intelligence throughout her
career with Chesterfield County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Mrs. Barbara Fassett
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.
8.A.l.b. RECOGNIZING APRIL 2012 AS "CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION
MONTH" IN CHESTERFIELD COUNTY
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, child abuse is a tragic problem, and finding
solutions depends on involvement among people throughout the
community; and
WHEREAS, child maltreatment sometimes occurs when people
find themselves in stressful situations, without community
resources and without the ability to cope; and
WHEREAS, 749 investigations or assessments of child
abuse and neglect were conducted in fiscal year 2011 in
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, the severe problems of domestic violence and
substance abuse are particularly prevalent and lead to
children being at risk of child abuse and neglect throughout
our community; and
WHEREAS, the effects of child abuse have significant
negative impacts on our entire community; and
WHEREAS, children raised
strengthen our county, and all
helping to prevent child abuse
negative effects; and
in safe and nurturing homes
citizens should be partners in
and become more aware of its
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WHEREAS, effective child abuse prevention programs
succeed through partnerships that include social service
agencies, healthcare providers, schools, religious and civic
organizations, law enforcement agencies and the business
community; and
WHEREAS, parents have the most positive influence on
their children's development and need community support and
education in celebrating the rewards and negotiating the
challenges of parenting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the month of April
2012 as "Child Abuse Prevention Month" in Chesterfield
County, and encourages all citizens to participate in
appropriate programs and activities that help protect our
community's children.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
8.A.2. DESIGNATION OF RIGHT OF WAY AT MID-LOTHIAN MINES PARK
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
designated right of way at Mid-Lothian Mines Park and
authorized the County Administrator to execute the
declaration. (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.
8.A.3. REQUEST FOR PERMISSION FROM THE CLOVELLY CORPORATION
AND APEX COMPANIES, LLC FOR A DIESEL FUEL RECOVERY
SYSTEM TO ENCROACH WITHIN A COUNTY RIGHT OF WAY AND
SEWER EASEMENT
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
granted The Clovelly Corporation and Apex Companies, LLC
permission for a diesel fuel recovery system to encroach
within a 60' county right of way and 16' sewer easement,
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.
8.A.4. TRANSFER OF DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS TO THE
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOR POST-PROM
CELEBRATIONS
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
transferred $1,800 from the Bermuda District Improvement
Fund, $2,300 from the Clover Hill District Improvement Fund,
$2,300 from the Dale District Improvement Fund, $1,800 from
the Matoaca District Improvement Fund, and $2,300 from the
Midlothian District Improvement Fund to the Chesterfield
County School Board for drug- and alcohol-free post-prom
celebrations subject to the conditions outlined in the papers
of this Board.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
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9. REPORTS
9.A. REPORT ON STATUS OF GENERAL FUND BALANCE, RESERVE FOR
FUTURE CAPITAL PROJECTS, DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS AND
LEASE PURCHASES
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
accepted the following report: a Report on Status of General
Fund Balance, Reserve for Future Capital Projects, District
Improvement Funds and Lease Purchases.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
10. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED
MATTERS
There were no requests to address the Board at this time.
11. DINNER
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
recessed to Room 504 for dinner.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
Reconvening:
12. INVOCATION
Mr. Don Kappel, Director of Public Affairs, gave the
invocation.
13. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF
AMERICA
Mr. Rob Key, Director of General Services, led the Pledge of
Allegiance. '
14. RESOLUTIONS
There were no Resolutions at this time.
15. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED
MATTERS
Mr. Fred DeMey addressed the Board relative to the impact of
foreclosures on real estate assessments.
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16. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mr. Gecker stated this date and time has been scheduled for
the Board to hold public hearings on the following budget
related items: 1) proposed changes in the Utilities fees
ordinance; 2) proposed tax rates for 2012; 3) the proposed
2013 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Annual Plan;
4) the proposed FY2013-2017 Capital Improvement Program or
"CIP"; and 5) the proposed FY2013-2014 Biennial Financial
Plan commonly referred to as the "Budget." He further stated
the purpose of these public hearings is to allow each county
resident the opportunity to comment on these items. He
explained how the two-minute time limit works. He stated the
Board will not be talking on the FY2013 budget items tonight.
Mr. Carmody presented summaries of the proposed fee changes
for Utilities; proposed 2012 tax rates; the FY2013 proposed
Community Development Block Grant Program and the HOME
Investment Partnership Annual Plan; the FY2013-2017 Capital
Improvement Program; and the proposed FY2013 budget.
16.A. TO CONSIDER PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE COUNTY CODE
RELATING TO DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES FEE CHANGES
Mr. Carmody stated this date and time has been advertised for
the Board to consider proposed amendments to the County Code
relating to Department of Utilities fee changes.
Mr. Gecker called for public comment.
There being no one to address the proposed amendments, the
public hearing was closed.
(It is noted the ordinance amendment will be considered at
the regularly scheduled Board meeting on March 28, 2012.)
16.B. TO CONSIDER PROPOSED 2012 TAX RATES
Mr. Carmody stated this date and time has been advertised for
the Board to consider proposed 2012 tax rates.
Mr. Gecker called for public comment.
Mr. Fred DeMey, a Matoaca District resident, strongly urged
the Board to drop the tax rate by 2 cents to compensate for
assessment inflation.
Mr. Frank Cardella, President of the Chesterfield Education
Association, urged the Board to consider the opinions of
county residents before narrowing the range of options to
consider for discussion in public meetings.
There being no one else to address the issue, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted the ordinance amendment will be considered at
the regularly scheduled Board meeting on March 28, 2012.)
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16.C. TO CONSIDER THE FY2013 PROPOSED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND THE HOME INVESTMENT
PARTNERSHIP ANNUAL PLAN
Mr. Carmody stated this date and time has been advertised for
the Board to consider the FY2013 proposed Community
Development Block Grant .Program and the HOME Investment
Partnership Annual Plan.
Mr. Gecker called for public comment.
Mr. Jason Young, Executive Director for Community Futures
Foundation, which operates the Mill House, stated the Mill
House is an innovative community club house program for
citizens who are survivors. of brain injury. He expressed his
appreciation to the Board for their support.
Mr. Tom Stumm, a brain injury survivor and resident of
Chesterfield County, expressed appreciation for the
opportunity to speak to the Board. He stated survivors of
brain injury need support like the Mill House to assist with
rehabilitation of motor skills and speech. He requested
funding for the Mill House.
Ms. Brenda Hicks, Director for the Center of Housing
Education for Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME),
expressed appreciation for the Board's support and requested
continuing support for the programs available to first-time
homebuyers.
Mr. Marvin Waldrop, representing the Bensley Civic
Association, urged the Board to fund the sewer line proposal.
He stated the project will serve eight properties, all of
which are owned or occupied by retired or middle income
residents.
Mr. Sean Miller, Vice President of Operations, Boys and Girls
Clubs of Metro Richmond, expressed his appreciation to the
Board for the Board's continued support of the organization.
He stated there has been a tremendous increase in numbers of
children participating in the program, because of funding.
Ms. Mary Kay Huss, Vice President of Operations, Better
Housing Coalition, requested support of the JDA funding
request.
Ms. Jane Helfrich, CEO of Richmond Habitat for Humanity,
expressed appreciation to the Citizens Review Committee and
staff of Chesterfield County for recommending an allocation
for Richmond Habitat in the Community Development Block Grant
program.
Ms. Nina Williams, a Bermuda District resident, representing
the Better Housing Coalition, requested approval of the
organization's Community Development Block Grant proposal.
There being no one else to address the proposed plan, the
public hearing was closed.
(It is noted the CDBG Program and HOME Annual Plan will be
considered at the regularly scheduled Board meeting on March
28, 2012.)
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16.D. TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED FY2013-FY2017 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Mr. Carmody stated this date and time has been advertised for
the Board to consider the propsed FY2013-FY2017 Capital
Improvement Program.
Mr. Gecker called for public comment.
Mr. Vince Burgess, member of the Camp Baker Management Board,
expressed appreciation to the Board for their support of the
intermediate care facility.
Mr. Bill Poole, Chairman of the Camp Baker Management Board,
requested funding for an intermediate care facility for
individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Mr. Paul Bickford, President of the Midlothian Band Boosters,
requested full funding for the proposed CIP relative to
renovations to Midlothian High School.
Ms. Wendy DeMarzio, parent of an 11-year old mentally
disabled young man, urged the Board to continue their support
for intermediate care facilities.
Mr. Dustin Weber, member of the Community Services Board,
expressed appreciation to the Board for their full support of
intermediate care facilities for the mentally disabled.
There being no one else to address the program, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted the FY2013-FY2017 Capital Improvement Program
will be considered at the regularly scheduled Board meeting
on March 28, 2012.)
16.E. TO CONSIDER THE FY2013-FY2014 PROPOSED BIENNIAL
FINANCIAL PLAN
Mr. Carmody stated this date and time has been advertised for
the Board to consider the FY2013-FY2014 proposed Biennial
Financial Plan.
Mr. Gecker called for public comment.
Ms. Ruth Chappell, Executive Director of the Colonial Heights
(Gateway) Food Pantry, stated the food pantry is serving over
30,000 residents per year and 43 percent of those services
are for children.. She expressed appreciation to the Board for
their support.
Ms. Sharon Juozapavicius, representing the Chesterfield
/Colonial Heights Alliance for Social Ministry, urged the
Board to continue their support for CCHASM.
Ms. Angie Waranis, Coordinator for Resources for Independent
Living, urged the Board to maintain the current level of
funding and support for Resources for Independent Living.
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Mr. Todd Pepherbridge, supporting Resources for Independent
Living, urged the Board to continue their support for
Resources for Independent Living.
Ms. Thelma Watson, Director of Senior Connections, expressed
appreciation to the Board for their continued support and
funding.
Mr. James Wilson, a Midlothian High School teacher and
parent, expressed appreciation to the Board for its stated
promise to restore education as a budget priority.
Ms. Monica Hughes, Executive Director of the Lifelong
Learning Institute, expressed her appreciation for the
Board's continued support.
Dr. Nelson Richards, supporting the Lifelong Learning
Institute, provided details of what he gets out of LLI as a
member. He expressed appreciation for the Board's continued
support for the Lifelong Learning Institute.
Ms. Mary Jane Murphy, supporting the Lifelong Learning
Institute, provided details of what she gets out of LLI as a
member and expressed appreciation to the Board for their
continued support and funding.
Mr. Keith Captain, a volunteer of FeedMore Incorporated, an
umbrella organization that brings together the Central
Virginia Food Bank, the Community Kitchen, and Meals on
Wheels, expressed appreciation for the Board's continued
support and provided mission details regarding the
organization:
Mr. Greg Beasley, President of the Professional Firefighters
Association, expressed his appreciation for the Board's
continued efforts to minimize the reductions to the Fire and
EMS Department's budget and for addressing critical needs
necessary for Fire and EMS personnel to do their job safely
and effectively. He expressed his appreciation to the Board
for their continued support to make public safety a priority.
Ms. Therese Wagenknecht, President of the Chesterfield
Historical Society, expressed her appreciation to the Board
for their continued support.
Ms. Amy Prewett, a consumer of mental health services,
expressed her appreciation to the Board for funding for the
Mental Health Department. She provided details of her
recovery.
Mr. John Chamberlain, supporting the Shepherd's Center,'
expressed appreciation to the Board for their ongoing support
of the organization. He provided details relative to the
Shepherd's Center.
Ms. Amy Petersen, a Chesterfield County teacher, expressed
her appreciation to the Board for restoring funding to the
school division. She was joined by Mr. Daniel Cheatham, Ms.
Brittany Foster, Mr. David Wilson and Ms. Geri Douglas, all
of whom are also teachers in Chesterfield. As a group, they
addressed the troubling wave of opposition to publicly funded
endeavors and reenacted a Charles Dicken's tale relative to
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strengthening the tradition of societal excellence created by
community support for public services.
Mr. Leo Carpenter, supporting the GRTC transit system, urged
the Board to support funding for public transportation.
Ms. Susan McCammon, representing the Shepherd's Center,
expressed her appreciation for the Board's continued support
of the Shepherd's Center. She provided details relative to
services and programs provided to citizens.
Ms. Karen Stanley, Executive
Healing Place, provided
organizations. She urged the
Healing Place and expressed
continued support of CARITAS.
Director of CARITAS and The
details relative to both
Board to consider funding The
appreciation for the Board's
Ms. Harriet Scruggs, Executive
an organization which helps
reading skills below the
appreciation to the Board for
Center.
Director of The READ Center,
individuals with low level
fifth grade, expressed her
their past support of The READ
Ms. Dorothy Wyatt, supporting the Chester House, addressed
the Board relative to supporting citizens with mental
illness. She expressed her appreciation to the Board for
their continued support.
Ms. Paulette Scott, a Chesterfield County resident, urged the
Board to consider the addition of a line-item budget
amendment to make available matching partial funds relative
to the GRTC Route 82.
Mr. Pete Stith, Major Gift Officer for Virginia State
University, urged the Board to continue their support to
Virginia State University. He stated, because of the Board's
support, over eight jurisdictions also provide funds to VSU.
Ms. Marie DePercin, supporting the GRTC initiative, urged the
Board to consider the addition of a line-item budget
amendment to make available matching partial funds for GRTC
bus routes. She expressed concerns relative to citizens'
unavailability of transportation to places of employment.
Mr. Frank Cardella, President of the Chesterfield Education
Association, expressed concerns relative to the declining
workforce of Chesterfield County schools, salaries of
teachers and the increase of class sizes.
Mr. Freddy Boisseau, a Bermuda District resident, expressed
concerns relative to remarks made by educators.
Mr. Dave Morton, a resident of the Clover Hill District,
urged the Board to support regional public transportation.
There being no one else to address the budget, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted the FY2013-FY2014 Biennial Financial Plan will
be considered at the regularly scheduled Board meeting on
March 28, 2012.)
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Mr. Gecker expressed appreciation to the public for coming
out and participating in this process. He stated the
Midlothian District will hold a community meeting regarding
the county's proposed FY2013 budget on March 19th at 7:00
p.m. at Elkhardt Baptist Church.
Ms. Jaeckle announced the Bermuda District will hold a joint
community meeting regarding the budget on March 15th at 7:00
p.m. at Thomas Dale High School.
17. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED
MATTERS
There were no requests to address the Board at this time.
18. ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
adjourned at 8:52 p.m. until March 28, 2012, at 3:00 p.m.
Ayes: Gecker, Jaeckle, Warren, Holland and Elswick.
Nays: None.
ame Ste aier
Coun Administrator
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Daniel A. Gecker
Chairman
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