06-28-1976 MinutesVIRGINIA: At an adjourned meeting
of the Board of Supervisors of
Chesterfield County, held at the
Courthouse on June 28, 1976, at
1:00 p.m.
Present:
Also Present:
Mr. E.. Merlin O'Neill, Chairman
Mrs. Joan Girone, Vice-Chairman
Mr. C. L. Bookman
Mr. Lee Falwell, Asst. Co. Admin.
Mr. Michael Ritz, County Planner
Mr. M. W. Burnett, County Admin.
Absent:
Mr. J. Ruffin Apperson
Mr. Leo Myers
Mr. Andy Schoerke of Vincent-Kling and Associates presents the latest plans for
the new Courthouse building and explains the various alternates. The Board
discusses the parking problems, the layout of the Board Room, the use of double
windows, the design of the roof, the cost of partitioning among other things.
It is generally agreed that the architects would prepare completed drawings
so that bids may be received during the latter part of this year.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the
pyrotechnic display permit be issued to the. Chesterfield Baptist Church for
July 4, 1976, at 9:00 p.m. subject to the conditions imposed by the Fire
Prevention Bureau. '
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that a
pyrotechnic display permit be issued to the Mr. Howard Litkenhaus for a display
on July 4, 1976, subject to the conditions imposed by the Fire Prevention
Bureau.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
Dr. Howard Sullins and Mr. Bob Lux come before the Board to explain the status
of the suit between the City of Richmond and the State School Board which
involves some funds belonging to Chesterfield County. Upon consideration where-
of it is on motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, resolved that the
sum of $1,100,000 be appropriated from the Unappropriated Surplus of the County
to the School Board as a loan since it is apparent that the matter will not be
adjudicated before the end of the fiscal year.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
Mrs. Girone gives a comprehensive report on the Capital Area Agency on Aging
stating that the number of employees is growing as is the amount of services
rendered,
Mr. Ritz presents a diagram of signage at the Airport Terminal Building and upon
consideration whereof, it is on motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone,
resolved that the proposed signage be approved and awarded to the lowest respon-.
sible bidder and be it further resolved that the sum of $2,100 be appropriated
from the Unappropriated Surplus to the Airport Fund to cover the cost of this
project.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
Mr. Ritz gives a short but informative report on the 208 Study and it was
generally concluded that the Board may wish to invite Mr. Simonoff and Mr.
Councill to report on the activities of this Commission at a later date.
Mr. Ritz states that the Public Hearings on the various alternate routes of 1-95
will be discussed at Meadowbrook High School on several occasions in the month
of August.
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, Mr. Ritz is authorized to
write a position paper in conjunction with others who are involved in this studyi!
which paper will be presented at the Public Hearing.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
It was generally agreed that Mr. Woodfin should be asked to find 2,500 square
feet for approximately 90 days to house the office of the Census takers.
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that the
report of the Committee on Courts be accepted and that the implementation of the
report be initiated and that Mr. Falwell in conjunction with Mr. Burnett review
the architects available and make some recommendation to the Board concerning
the hiring of the architect to prepare plans for a Juvenile and Domestic
Relations Court building.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
Mr. White and two associates come before the Board requesting the right to
have a rock concert to raise money for a memorial for Richard Myer, a recent
graduate of Midlothian High School who died in an automobile accid-ent. The
memorial would be in the form of a scholarship fund. The Board generally
agrees that the situation at the Fair Grounds would be too volatile and
suggests that other locations in the County might be more suitable.
There is presented a street light request from Mrs. Charles V. Ferguson in the
Garland Heights area. The request is referred to the Street Light Committee.
There is presented a suggested policy on the addition of street lights which
the Board receives and will discuss at a later meeting.
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that this
County agrees to pay for the pre-treatment plant constructed by the Safeway
Stores, Inc. as any other off-site improvement in the County and authorizes
the Chairman and Administrator to sign an agreement with Safeway to this effect.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
It is generally agreed that a Fire Committee meeting be set for July 26, 1976,
at 7:30 p.m. to meet with the various Chiefs of the Fire Department.
On motion of Mrs. Girone., seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that this
Board grants approval to the Midlothian Volunteer Fire Company to purchase
a one ton vehicle to be used in conjunction with the other fire fighting
equipment of the County and have the unit billed in the County's name with
the understanding that the company will pay the entire expense for the purchase
of this vehicle.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
It was cited that the roads in the following Subdivision have been accepted by
t:he State Highway Department into the State Secondary System:
RUNNYMEDE SECTION A
Hybla Road Beginning at its intersection with
Route 688 southerly 0.10 mile to its intersection
with Princess Margaret Place thence southerly 0.06
mile to its intersection with Melissa Mill Road
thence southerly 0.04 mile to a dead end.
0.20 Mi.
Melissa Mill Road - Beginning at its intersection
with Hybla Road westerly 0.06 mile to a cul-de-sac;
beginning at its intersection with Hybla Road
easterly 0.21 mile to its intersection with Queen
Elizabeth Avenue.
Princess Margaret Place Beginning at its
intersection with Hybla Road easterly 0.10 mile
to its intersection with Princess Margaret Court.
Princess Margaret Court Beginning at its inter-
section with Princess Margaret Place southerly 0.07
mile to a cul-de-sac.
queen Elizabeth Avenue Beginning at its inter-
section with Melissa Mill Road southeasterly 0.02 mile
to a dead end; beginning at its intersection with Melissa
Road northwesterly 0.05 mile to a cul-de-sac.
0.27 Mi.
0.10 Mi.
0.07 Mi.
0.07 Mi.
The Richmond Metropolitan Authority presents its budget for the coming fiscal
year which budget if filed with the Board papers of this meeting.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the
County Attorney be authorized and requested to enforce the payment of delinquent
charges for patients at the County Nursing Home.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
It is generally agreed that certain improvements should be made to the present
Board Room which would involve additional tables, microphones and a telephone.
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that Sewer
Contract S76-52CD for the construction of sewer lines in Indian Springs, Sec-
tion B, be and it hereby is approved.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
There is read a letter from the State Water Control Board concerning the viola-
tions of NPDES permits for seven lagoons in the County. It is generally agreed
192
that a letter be drafted to explain this situation.
It is generally agreed that the papers sent by the State Corporation Commission
concerning the request of Vepco for a rate increase be filed with the papers
of this Board.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that this
Board go into Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
Reconvening:
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that this
Board adjourns at 7:15 p.m. to July 8, 1976, at 2:00 p.m.
Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Bookman.
~M. ~. 'Burnett, Secretary
E. Merlin O'Neill, Chairman