03-26-2003 MinutesBOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
March 26, 2003
Supervisors in Attendances
Mr. Arthur S. Warren, Chairman
Mr. J. L. McHale, III, Vice Chrm.
Mr. Edward B. Barber
Mrs. Renny B. Humphrey
Mr. Kelly E. Miller
Mr. Lane B. Ramsey
County Administrator
Staff in Attendances
Mr. George Braunstein,
Exec. Dir., Community
Services Board
Ms. Jana Carter, Dir.,
Youth Servics
Ms. Marilyn Cole, Asst.
County Administrator
Mr. Roy Covington, Asst.
Dir., Utilities
Ms. Mary Ann Curtin, Dir.,
Intergovtl. Relations
Ms. Rebecca Dickson, Dir.,
Budget and Management
Mr. William Dupler,
Building Official
Ms. Lisa Elko, CMC
Clerk
Chief Stephen A. Elswick,
Fire Department
Ms. Karla Gerner, Dir.,
Human Resource Management
Mr. Michael Golden, Dir.,
Parks and Recreation
Mr. Lawrence C. Haake, III
Registrar
Mr. Bradford S. Hammer,
Deputy Co. Admin.,
Human Services
Mr. John W. Harmon,
Right-of-Way Manager
Mr. Russell Harris, Mgr.
of Community Development
Services
Mr. Thomas E. Jacobson,
Dir., Planning
Mr. Donald Kappel, Dir.,
Public Affairs
Ms. Kathryn Kitchen, Asst.
Supt. of Schools for
Business and Finance
Ms Mary Lou Lyle, Dir.,
Accounting
Mr Mike Mabe, Dir.,
Libraries
Mr R. John McCracken,
Dir., Transportation
Lt Col. Dennis McDonald,
Police Department
Mr Richard M. McElfish,
Dir., Env. Engineering
Mr Steven L. Micas,
County Attorney
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Mr. Phillip Mitchell,
Asst. Dir. of Purchasing
Dr. William Nelson,
Dir., Health Dept.
Mr. Francis Pitaro, Dir.,
General Services
Capt. Frank Spence,
Sheriff's Office
Mr. James J. L. Stegmaier,
Deputy Co. Admin.,
Management Services
Mr. M. D. Stith, Jr.,
Deputy Co. Admin.,
Community Development
Mr. Thomas Taylor, Dir.,
Block Grant Office
Mr. Warren called the regularly scheduled meeting to order at
3:39 p.m.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR MARCH 10, 2003 AND MARCH 12, 2003
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. McHale, the Board
approved the minutes of March 10, 2003, as submitted.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded ]Dy Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
approved the minutes of March 12, 2003, as submitted.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
2. COUNTY ADMINISTP~%TOR'S COMMENTS
There were no County Administrator's comments at this time.
3. BOA~ COMMITTEE REPORTS
There were no Board committee reports at this time.
REQUESTS TO POSTPONE ACTION, ADDITIONS, OR CHANOES IN THE
ORDER OF PRESENTATION
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded, by Mr. Barber, the Board
added Item 8.C.12., Adoption of Resolution Supporting
President George W. Bush and the United States Military;
added Item 14., Adoption of Resolution Recognizing the Late
Brett Samuel Jones by Naming the Robious Sports Complex
American League Baseball Field in His Honor; and adopted the
Agenda, as amended.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
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5. RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
There were no resolutions or special recognitions at this
time.
Mr. Warren recognized several members of the Chesterfield
Historic Society who were present at the meeting and
requested that Item 8.C., Consent Items be considered prior
to Item 6., Work Sessions.
8.C. CONSENT ITEMS
8.C.1. STATE ROAD ACCEPTANCE
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the streets described below are shown on plats
recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, the Resident Engineer for the Virginia
Department of Transportation has advised this Board the
streets meet the requirements established by the Subdivision
Street Requirements of the Virginia Department of
Transportation.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Board requests
the Virginia Department of Transportation to add the streets
described below to the secondary system of state highways,
pursuant to § 33.1-229, Code of Virginia, and the
Department's Subdivision Street Requirements.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board guarantees
a clear and unrestricted right-of-way, as described, and any
necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of
this resolution be forwarded to the Resident Engineer for the
Virginia Department of Transportation.
Tvoe Chanoe to the Secondary System of State Hlohwavs: Addition
Basis for Change:
Statutory Reference:
Project:
From:
Addition, New subdivision street
Merrlewood
Merrlewood Ridge Court, State Route Number: 5512
Merriewood Ridge Dr., (Rt. 5511)
Cul-de-sac, a distance of: 0.05 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 4/27/2001 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 117; Pg. 4, with
a width of 50 Ft.
· Merrlewood Ridge Drive, State Route Number: 5511
From: Merriewood Rd., (Rt. 1675)
To: Merriewood Ct., (Rt. 5512), a distance of: 0.11 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 4/27/2001 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 117; Pg. 4, with
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width of SO Ft.
Merrlewood Ridge Drive, State Route Number: 55111
From:
Merriewood Ct., (Rt. 5512)
To:
.04 Mi. E of Merrlewood Ct., (Rt. 5512), a distance of: 0.04 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 4/27/2001 with the Office Of Clerk To .Circuit Court in Pb. 117; Pg. 4, with
a width of 50 Ft.
And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the street described[ below is shown on plats
recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, the Resident Engineer for the Virginia
Department of Transportation has advised this Board the
street meets the requirements estalblished by the Subdivision
Street Requirements of the Virginia Department of
Transportation.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that this Board requests
the VirGinia Department of Transportation to add the street
described below to the secondary system of state highways,
pursuant to § 33.1-229, Code of Virginia, and the
Department's Subdivision Street Requirements.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board guarantees
a clear and unrestricted right-of-way, as described, and any
necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of
this resolution be forwarded to the Resident Engineer for the
Virginia Department of Transportation.
Tvoe Chanae to the Secondarv System of State Hlahways: _Addition
Baals for Change:
Statutory Reference:
Project:
From:
To:
Addition, New subdivision street
§33.1-229
Crown Park, Section B
Nathan Lane, State Route Number: 5510
Lady Blair Ln., (Rt. 5496)
Cul-de-sac, a distance of: 0.28 miles.
Right,f-way record ms filed on W14/2~2 ~th the Office Of Clerk To Circu~ Court in Pb. 124; Pg. 56,
with a ~dth of 45 Ft.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.2. AUTHORIZATION OF THE RECEIPT AND APPROPRIATION OF
FUNDS FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF
JUSTICE
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
authorized the Fire and Emergency Medical Services
Department, Office of Emergency Management, to receive and
appropriate $154,331.33 in grant funds from the United States
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Department of Justice for counter-terrorism related equipment
for public safety personnel.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.3. REQUEST FOR A MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL PERMIT FOR
THE CENTRAL CHESTERFIELD KIWANIS CLUB
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
approved a request from the Central Chesterfield Kiwanis Club
for a music/entertainment festival permit for the
Chesterfield Heritage Festival on April 4-5, 2003.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.4. APPROVAL OF WATER CONTRACT FOR STONEHILL DRIVE
WATER LINE EXTENSION
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
approved the following water contract for 144 Stonehill Drive
water line extension, Contract Number 03-0052, which includes
85 L.F. + of six inch water lines:
Developer:
Contractor:
Contract Amount:
F. E. Williams
BTS Construction Company
Estimated County Cost
for Offsite .......... $1,838.10
Estimated Developer Cost .... $4,161.90
Estimated Total ........ $6,000.00
Code: (Refunds thru Connections - 0ffsite)
District: Midlothian
5B-572VO-E4D
(It is noted a copy of the vicinity sketch is filed with the
papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.5. ACCEPTANCE OF PARCELS OF LAND
8.C.5.&. ALONG THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF NORTH SPRING
RUN ROAD FROM WILLIAM B. AND GENE H. DUVAL
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
accepted the conveyance of a parcel of land containing 0.119
acres along the east right of way line of North Spring Run
Road (State Route 662) from William B. and Gene H. DuVal, and
authorized the County Administrator to execute the deed. (It
is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this
Board.)
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
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8.C.5.b. ALONO THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF ROBIOUS ROAD
AND THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CRANBECK ROAD
FROM BELVIDERE DEVELOPMEN~ COMPANY, LLC
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded kW Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
accepted the conveyance of five parcels of land containing a
total of 0.355 acres along the north right of way line of
Robious Road (State Route 675) and the west right of way line
of Cranbeck Road (State Route 674) from Belvidere Development
Company, LLC, and authorized the County Administrator to
execute the deed. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed
with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.6. AWARD OF CONTRACT TO SHOOSMITH BROTHERS, INCORPORATED
FOR THE ROUTE 10/ENON CHURCH ROAD TURN LANE PROJECT
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded kW Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
authorized the award of a construction contract, in the
amount of $331,500, to Shoosmith Brothers, Incorporated for
the Route 10/Enon Church Road turn lane project.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.7. AUTHORIZATION FOR CHESTERFIELD HISTORIC SOCIETY TO
REPRINT AND SELL O'DELL CHESTERFIELD HISTORIC SITES
BOOK
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded kW Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
authorized Sheridan Books to reprint 700 to 1,000 copies of
the 0'Dell Chesterfield Historic Sites Book.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.8. APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER FOR THE AIRPORT TERMINAL
ADDITION/RENOVATION PROJECT'
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute Change Order
Number 6 with Haley Builders Construction Company in the
amount of $46,012 and appropriate $29,542 in anticipated
state grant reimbursement.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber', Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.9. SET PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE CONVEYANCE OF 5.1
ACRES ON CHESTER ROAD TO CHESTERFIELD ALTERNATIVES,
INCORPORATED
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
set the date of April 9, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. for a public
hearing to consider the conveyance of 5.1 acres on Chester
Road to Chesterfield Alternatives, Incorporated. (It is
noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this
Board.)
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, HumDhrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
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8.C.10.
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST OF THE OUR ~ANG LIMITED
PARTNERSHIP FOR MODIFICATION OF THE AIRPORT
INDUSTRIAL PARK RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS RELATING TO
MINIM%~ BUILDING SIZE
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
approved a request from The Our Gang Limited Partnership for
modification of the Airport Industrial Park Restrictive
Covenants relating to minimum building size.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.11. AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT
FOR THE COUNTY'S WATER ASSESSMENT LIEN ON PROPERTY
OWNED BY KENNETH AND JANE AKOM
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute an agreement
subordinating the county's water assessment district lien to
a first mortgage for Kenneth and Jane Akom.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.C.12. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION SUPPORTING PRESIDENT GEORGE
W. BUSH AND THE UNITED STATES MILITARY
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2001, the United States of
America was attacked by terrorists who killed thousands of
innocent Americans, as well as men and women from at least 33
other nations; and
WHEREAS, following these acts of terrorism, President
George W. Bush resolved that those responsible, and those who
engaged in or supported terrorism, would be brought to
justice; and
WHEREAS, Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein is known to
possess and have used weapons of mass destruction, including
poison gas and other toxins, against his own people; and
WHEREAS, besides murdering thousands of his own people,
he has exported violence to Kuwait, which his military
invaded in 1991; and
WHEREAS, the United States of America led a coalition of
forces that defeated Saddam Hussein's forces, driving them
out of Kuwait, and restoring liberty in that nation; and
WHEREAS, since that time, Saddam Hussein has steadfastly
failed to abide by the terms set forth by the United Nations
at the time of the cease fire agreement; and
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WHEREAS, Saddam Hussein has failed to demonstrate that
he has destroyed all weapons of mass destruction, as required
by the United Nations; and
WHEREAS, Saddam Hussein's regime has been linked to
various terrorist organizations; and
WHEREAS, it would be foolish for America to sit and wait
for Saddam Hussein to provide weapons of mass destruction to
terrorist groups to use against our nation at some future
time; and
WHEREAS, the men and women of the United States
military, with support from more than 50 other nations, are
now in Iraq protecting liberty by removing an oppressive
regime that threatens free people everywhere; and
WHEREAS, nearly 30 Chesterfield County government
employees, as well as many more Chesterfield County
residents, are among military and military reserve forces
involved in this fight for freedom.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 26tn day of March 2003,
hereby declares its support for President George W. Bush and
the United States military in this fight for freedom from
terrorism, expresses its gratitude for the sacrifices of our
military and their families, and wishes our servicemen and
women, and those of our coalition forces, a rapid victory, a
safe return to their homes and families, and the well-
deserved satisfaction of having made the world a safer place
for freedom-loving people.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
6. WORK SESSIONS
0 FY2004 PROPOSED BUDGET
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION PRESENTATION
Mr. Stith presented an overview of Community Development's
proposed FY2004 budget. He reviewed a departmental breakdown
by percentage of the proposed budget totaling $82,482,400 and
also reviewed revenues totaling $74,327,300. He reviewed
increases in the Employee Satisfaction Index from 2000 until
2002. He then reviewed Block Grant Office expenditures per
magisterial district and also reviewed accomplishments in the
Block Grant Office, including completing 94 percent of the
annual housing goal; serving 6,246 persons; providing indoor
plumbing to 11 low and moderate income households; installing
a Computer Center at Falling Creek Middle School for the Boys
and Girls Club; installing new tennis and basketball courts
at Falling Creek Middle School for the Boys and Girls Club;
providing public facility improvements at Harrowgate Athletic
Field and Camp Baker; providing technical assistance to more
than 177 small, women owned and minority businesses;
providing more than $400,000 in economic development
activities; and addressing 18,170 code compliance violations.
He reviewed Building Inspection defects from FY97 through
FY2002; percent of Building Inspection expenditures fee
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supported; and maximum number of workdays to review
residential and commercial building plans. He then reviewed
Economic Development data, including value of new
construction in the county; percentage increase of taxable
value of real estate; number of jobs and labor force in the
county and percentage of increases in each since 1998; number
of new jobs; and total new square footage. He reviewed
accomplishments in Economic Development, including continued
expansion of the Small and Minority Business Program;
formation of the Blue Ribbon Committee for Economic
Development; and private funding of new large speculative
developments. He stated that the water quality section
received two NACo awards in 2002, and the Environmental
Engineering Department's site plan and subdivision review
processes help protect wetlands, resource protection areas,
and other environmentally sensitive areas. He reviewed
Environmental Engineering data, including number of reviews
prior to approval for subdivision plans and turnaround time
for subdivision plan review. He stated that the proposed
Planning fee increase would provide an additional
Construction Inspector and improve the development review
response time, and noted that continuous training also
enhances staff response time.
Discussion ensued relative to prioritization of
projects.
Planning
Mr. Stith stated that the Planning Commission and staff have
indicated three priorities for their FY2004 work agenda: the
Northern Area Plan Update; the Chester Village Plan Update;
and the Residential Ordinance re-write. He stated that staff
would also like to work on the Open Space Plan in FY2004 if
funding is available.
Mrs. Humphrey stated that she feels the county would be
better served updating the Upper Swift Creek Area Plan,
specifically the public facilities component as it relates to
the extension of public sewer; open spaces and green spaces;
and adequate public facilities. She requested that the
Planning department's work program be re-prioritized to
include updating the Upper Swift Creek Area Plan rather than
the Northern Area Plan.
When asked, Mr. Ramsey stated that a separate public hearing
is not held for setting the work agenda for Planning staff -
it is part of the budget process.
Mr. Barber expressed concerns relative to removing the update
of the Northern Area Plan from Planning staff's work agenda.
He stated that he feels the public should be afforded the
opportunity to express their views during the budget public
hearing prior to the Board taking any action regarding the
issue.
Mr. Warren stated that the public would be given the
opportunity to speak on the newly prioritized list. He
stated that over 800 petitions have been presented to the
Board requesting an update of the Upper Swift Creek Plan.
Mr. Barber again expressed concerns relative to changing the
priority list prior to the public hearing. He stated that he
has no problem with updating the Upper Swift Creek Plan, but
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feels the Northern Area Plan should not be removed from the
priority list.
Mr. Warren stated that the Northern Area Plan is not being
removed from the list, just re-prioritized. He further
stated that he has heard from citizens in Smoketree,
Stonehenge and Lake Crystal Farms, adjacent to Courthouse
Road, that the Northern Area Plan is not a priority in their
opinion.
Mr. Barber stated that many people have expressed concerns
that the Northern Area Plan does not embrace anything except
residential development, and indicated that no one wants to
build a residence on Courthouse Road. He expressed concerns
relative to re-prioritizing the Northern Area Plan because
the residents were promised many years ago when Courthouse
Road was widened that the plan would be reviewed.
Mr. Miller inquired whether the Planning Commission
considered the Upper Swift Creek Plan when deliberating upon
the priority list.
Mr. Jacobson stated that the requests from citizens for the
Board to review the Upper Swift Creek Plan came after the
priority list had already been determined.
Discussion ensued relative to the possibility of adding an
update of the Upper Swift Creek Plan as a fourth priority to
Planning staff's FY2004 work agenda.
Mr. Jacobson stated that citizen participation requires a
great deal of manpower and energy when preparing plans. He
further stated that additional funding would be necessary to
add staff to review an additional plan as well to provide
technical reports.
Discussion ensued relative to recovery of Planning costs
through fees.
Mr. Miller stated that increasing planning fees above the
Planning Cor~cLission's recommended 20 percent cap as well as
increasing the fees for applications and appeals to the Board
of Zoning Appeals could provide the additional funding to add
another priority to Planning's work agenda.
Mrs. Humphrey made a motion for the Board to re-prioritize
the Planning Department's FY2004 work agenda as follows: 1)
Upper Swift Creek Plan; 2) Chester Village Plan; and 3)
Northern Area Plan; and delete the residential ordinance re-
write.
Mr. Warren seconded the motion.
Mr. McHale urged staff to provide the Board with information
relative to budgetary impacts due to the change in
priorities.
Mr. Jacobson stated that there are different talents within
his department, and existing staff has the ability to add two
major plans for next fiscal year.
Mrs. Humphrey amended her motion to add the rewriting of the
residential ordinance as fourth priority.
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Mr. Warren seconded the amended motion.
Mr. Warren called for a vote on the motion of Mrs. Humphrey,
seconded by Warren, for the Board to re-prioritize the
Planning Department's FY2004 work agenda as follows: 1) Upper
Swift Creek Plan; 2) Chester Village Plan; 3) Northern Area
Plan; and 4) rewriting of the residential ordinance.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
Mr. Miller requested that staff provide the Board with
information relative to the impact of increasing fees for
applications to the Board of Zoning Appeals and adding an
additional five percent to the 20 percent cap on planning
fees proposed by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Ramsey stated that staff is preparing this information
and will provide it to the Board.
Mr. Stith continued to provide an overview of Community
Development's FY2004 proposed budget. He stated that the
Planning Department is providing proactive code enforcement
to promote communities.
Mr. Miller requested that staff determine whether or not
legal restrictions and development standards can be applied
to group homes with respect to the property.
Mrs. Humphrey expressed concerns that the Board has no
authority to regulate group homes in any way.
Mr. Stith reviewed Transportation Department accomplishments,
including construction of the Branchway Connector Road; the
Spirea Road Sidewalk Project; and Centralia/Chalkley
intersection improvements. He stated that Transportation
staff applied for federal funds to improve identified high
accident locations, and six projects were selected for
funding. He stated that the Utilities Department refinanced
bonds at a savings of $200,000 per year and is one of only
two water and sewer utilities in the nation to receive the
highest ratings from all three bond rating agencies. He
reviewed benchmark data relative to average bimonthly bills
for water and wastewater service and stated that the
Utilities Department had the greatest percentage of
improvement of all county departments in the 2001 Citizen
Satisfaction Survey. He then reviewed proposed Utilities
Department fee increases and provided benchmark data relative
to water/wastewater connection fees.
Mr. Warren thanked Mr. Stith for his
presentation.
informative
Mr. Stith introduced Mr. Taylor to present an overview of the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment
Partnership's FY2004 proposed budget.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT OFFICE PRESENTATION
Mr. Taylor reviewed statutory goals, broad national
objectives and consolidated plan priorities of the CDBG
program. He then reviewed various success stories and
provided data relative to housing completion rate and housing
activities by districts. He stated that the total CDBG
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allocation for FY2004 is $1,512,532, the total Partnership
allocation for FY2004 is $532,304 in new HOME allotments, and
$5,696 in reprogrammed HOME funds, and provided data relative
to grant fund limits. He reviewed funding requests and
recommendations in the areas of code enforcement; economic
development; and housing.
Discussion ensued relative to the $80,000 difference in the
funding request and recommendation for the Jefferson Davis
Business Incubator.
Mr. Taylor stated that decreased funding should not impact
the Jefferson Davis Business Incubator because they are now
collecting rent from 11 tenants.
Mr. Ramsey stated that the $400,000 request represents the
entire amount of funding needed for the Business Incubator,
and he has assured them that if businesses moved out, the
county would consider additional funding.
Mr. McHale requested that the Board be provided with FY2004
rental data for the businesses in the Jefferson Davis
Business Incubator.
Mr. Taylor continued to review funding
recommendations in the area of housing.
requests and
Discussion ensued relative to projects provided by Interfaith
Housing Construction and Elder Homes Rehabilitation.
Mr. Ramsey stated that staff has ibeen able to significantly
improve the number of homes rehabilitated through in-house
coordination and indicated that this service is based upon
income.
Mr. Miller stated that he feels it is important to assist the
elderly with home repairs they are unable to afford and he
would like to see an expansion of in-house rehabilitation.
He then requested a breakdown of in-house rehabilitation
projects completed by district.
Mr. Taylor reviewed funding requests and recommendations in
the areas of public facilities and equipment; public service;
and planning and administration. He then reviewed proposals
not recommended for funding.
Mrs. Humphrey expressed concerns that ADA compliance
playgrounds at Ettrick and Bensley Elementary Schools are not
being recommended for funding. She noted that commitments
were made to provide two additional ADA compliance
playgrounds annually.
Mr. Taylor stated that there was not a lot of money available
for FY2004 and noted that the HUD figures were not released
until after the CDBG committee met.
Discussion ensued relative to the difference in
recommendations for Meals on Wheels.
funding
When asked, Mr. Taylor stated that there are no new programs
recommended for CDBG funding in FY2004.
Mr. Warren thanked Mr. Taylor for his presentation.
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?. DEFERRED ITEMS
There were no deferred items at this time.
8. NEW BUSINESS
8.A. STREETLIGHT INSTALLATION ADDITIONAL FUNDING APPROVAL
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
approved a streetlight installation additional funding
request, in the amount of $125.00, in the Carters Mill
Subdivision, vicinity of 13033 Carters Valley Road.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
8.B. APPOINTMENTS
On motion of Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
suspended its rules at this time to allow for simultaneous
nomination/appointment of a member to serve on the Airport
Advisory Board.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
0 AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD
On motion of Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed Mr. Steven R. O'Leary,
representing the Midlothian District, to serve on the Airport
Advisory Board, whose term is effective immediately and
expires March 26, 2006. (It is noted Mr. O'Leary currently
serves as a member of the Airport Advisory Board representing
the Dale District, but has relocated to the Midlothian
District. It is further noted that Mr. O'Leary will fill the
Midlothian District vacancy due to the resignation of Mr.
William Chandler.)
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
9. HEARINGS OF CITIZENS ON UNSCHEDULED MATTERS OR CLAIMS
There were no hearings of citizens on unscheduled matters or
claims at this time.
10. REPORTS
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Warren, the Board
accepted the following reports:
A report on Developer Water and Sewer Contracts; and a Status
Report on the General Fund Balance, Reserve for Future
Capital Projects, District Improvement Fund and Lease
Purchases.
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And, further, the following roads were accepted
State Secondary System:
ADDITION
BAYHILL POINTE, SECTION 12
(Effective 2/26/03)
Baymill Court (Route 4493) - From 0.03 mile
east of Hillcreek Drive (Route 5016) to
cul-de-sac
Hillcreek Drive (Route 5016) - From 0.03 mile
east of Point Sunrise Court (Route 5065) to
Point Landing Court (Route 5470)
Hillcreek Drive (Route 5016) - From Point
Landing Court (Route 5470) to 0.10 mile east
of Point Landing Court (Route 5470)
Longfellow Court (Route 5492) - From Longfellow
Drive (Route 5067) to cul-de-sac
Longfellow Drive (Route 5067) - From Longfellow
Court (Route 5492) to 0.03 mile south of
Longfellow Court (Route 5492)
Longfellow Drive (Route 5067) - From 0.02 mile
east of Hillcreek Drive (Route 5016) to
Longfellow Place (Route 5493)
Longfellow Drive (Route 5067) - From Longfellow
Place (Route 5493) to Longfellow Court (Route
5492)
Longfellow Place (Route 5493) - From Longfellow
Drive (Route 5067) to 0.03 mile south of Longfellow
Drive (Route 5067)
Point Landing Court (Route 5470) - From Hillcreek
Drive (Route 5016) to cul-de-sac
CLARKE'S FORGE
(Effective 2/26/03)
Cannon Ridge Court (Route 5501) - From Iron
Forge Drive (Route 5500) to cul-de-sac
Iron Forge Drive (Route 5500) - From Old Hundred
Road West (Route 673) to Cannon Ridge Court
(Route 5501)
Iron Forge Drive (Route 5500) - From Cannon
Ridge Court (Route 5501) to Salles Ridge
Court (Route 5502)
Salles Ridge Court (Route 5502) - From Iron
Forge Drive (Route 5500) to cul-de--sac
Salles Ridge Court (Route 5502) - From Iron
Forge Drive (Route 5500) to cul-de--sac
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CROWN PARK, SECTION A
(Effective 2/11/03)
Jacobway Court (Route 5497) - From Lady Blair
Lane (Route 5496) to cul-de-sac
Lady Blair Lane (Route 5496) - From Jacobway
Court (Route 5497) to cul-de-sac
Lady Blair Lane (Route 5496) - From Pocoshock
Boulevard (Route 733) to Jacobway Court
(Route 5497)
FAIR ISLE, SECTION 1 AT THE HIGHLANDS
(Effective 2/28/03)
Fair Isle Court (Route 5509) - From Fair Isle
Drive (Route 5507) to cul-de-sac
Fair Isle Drive (Route 5507) - From Fair Isle
Court (Route 5509) to cul-de-sac
Fair Isle Drive (Route 5507) - From Fair Isle
Terrace (Route 5508) to Fair Isle Court (Route
5509)
Fair Isle Drive (Route 5507) - From Eastfair
Drive (Route 5186) to Fair Isle Terrace (Route
5508)
Fair Isle Terrace (Route 5508) - From Fair Isle
Drive (Route 5507) to cul-de-sac
OLD HUNDRED MILL, SECTION C
(Effective 2/27/03)
Foggy Mill Drive (Route 5411) - From Mill Manor
Drive (Route 5398) to 0.04 mile east of Mill
Manor Drive (Route 5398)
Fog~y Mill Drive (Route 5411) - From Liberty
Point Drive (Route 4776) to Mill Manor Drive
(Route 5398)
Mill Manor Court (Route 5409) - From Mill Manor
Drive (Route 5398) to cul-de-sac
Mill Manor Drive (Route 5398) - From Mill Manor
Loop (Route 5399) to Mill Manor Court (Route
5409)
Mill Manor Drive (Route 5398) - From Fo~y Mill
Drive (Route 5411) to Mill Manor Place (Route
5410)
Mill Manor Drive (Route 5398) - From Mill Manor
Place (Route 5410) to cul-de-sac
Mill Manor Drive (Route 5398) - From Mill Manor
Court (Route 5409) to Mill Manor Loop (Route 5399)
Mill Manor Drive (Route 5398) - From Foggy Mill
Drive (Route 5411) to Mill Manor Loop (Route 5399)
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Mill Manor Drive (Route 5398) - From Mill Manor
Loop (Route 5399) to 0.06 mile south of Mill
Manor Loop (Route 5399)
Mill Manor Loop (Route 5399) - From Mill Manor
Drive (Route 5398) to Mill Manor Drive (Route
5398)
Mill Manor Place (Route 5410) - From Mill Manor
Drive (Route 5398) to cul-de-sac
QUEENSPARK, SECTION L
(Effective 2/11/03)
Lady Marion Place (Route 5494) - From Lady Marion
Court (Route 4087) to cul-de-sac
ST. CLAIR, SECTION B
(Effective 2/28/03)
St. Cecelia Drive (Route 5282) - From Southshore
Drive (Route 4777) to 0.13 mile east of Southshore
Drive (Route 4777)
St. Regina Court (Route 5281) - From Southshore
Drive (Route 4777) to cul-de-sac
ST. CLAIR, SECTION C
(Effective 2/28/03)
St. Cecelia Court (Route 5499) - From St. Cecelia
Drive (Route 5282) to cul-de-sac
St. Cecelia Drive (Route 5282) - From St. Cecelia
Court (Route 5499) to 0.03 mile northwest of St.
Cecelia Court (Route 5499)
St. Cecelia Drive (Route 5282) - From St. Elizabeth
Drive (Route 5498) to St. Cecelia Court (Route 5499)
St. Elizabeth Drive (Route 5498) - From St. Cecelia
Drive (Route 5282) to 0.03 mile east of St. Cecelia
Drive (Route 5282)
St. Elizabeth Drive (Route 5498) - From Southshore
Drive (Route 4777) to St. Cecelia Drive (Route
5282)
SWIFT CREEK CROSSING, SECTION 5
(Effective 2/26/03)
Misty Spring Drive (Route 5373) -From 0.04 mile
south of Swift Crossing Drive (Route 4413) to
cul-de-sac
WHITLEY MANOR, SECTION 3
(Effective 2/28/03)
Ravenna Drive (Route 5504) - From Highland Glen
Drive (Route 5160) to Ravenna Terrace (Route 5505)
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Ravenna Drive (Route 5504) - From Ravenna Terrace
(Route 5505) to cul-de-sac
Ravenna Terrace (Route 5505) - From Ravenna
Drive (Route 5504) to cul-de-sac
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
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11. DINNER
On motion of Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. McHale, the Board
recessed to the Administration Building, Room 502, for
dinner.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and McHale.
Nays: None.
Reconvening:
12. INVOCATION
Dr. Clarence Martin, Pastor of the Upper Room Chapel gave the
invocation.
13. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF
AMERICA
Mr. Kappel led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the
United States of America.
14. RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
o RECOGNIZING THE LATE BRETT SAMUEL JONES FOR HIS COURAGE
AND DETERMINATION
Mr. Golden introduced several members of the Huguenot Little
League Board of Directors who were present to receive the
resolution.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, for seven years Brett Samuel Jones played
baseball in the Huguenot Little League; and
WHEREAS, Brett had a passion for baseball and excelled
as a player and a teammate; and
WHEREAS, shortly after Brett began playing baseball with
Huguenot Little League, he developed leukemia, and
courageously fought the disease for nearly five years; and
WHEREAS, while Brett underwent debilitating treatments,
he continued playing baseball and played almost every game,
even when his family could not imagine how he could continue;
and
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WHEREAS, Brett would be so weak from chemotherapy that
prior to some seasons he did not have the enerqy to run from
home to first base, but would continue to train so that he
could play when the season started; and
WHEREAS, Brett would ask his parents to schedule his
chemotherapy sessions so that he could play baseball, and
despite his illness, almost never missed a game; and
WHEREAS, Brett was an American League player who played
on American League teams each year, and was selected for the
American League All-Star team the last five years he played;
and
WHEREAS, in November 2001, Brett finally succumbed to
the disease against which he so valiantly fought; and
WHEREAS, Brett's easygoing smile, courage, teamwork and
example inspired all those who knew him; and
WHEREAS, Brett's death was a loss not only to his family
but also to the entire Huguenot Little League community and
the County of Chesterfield; and
WHEREAS, Brett exemplified all that Little League should
represent and through his courage and example, will continue
to live in our hearts and inspire, us to face any challenge
with determination and grace; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County will forever honor Brett,
by naming the Robious Sports Complex American League field in
his memory.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLViED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 26n day of March 2003,
publicly recognizes the late Brett Samuel Jones, the brave
and courageous young man who impacted and inspired all those
who knew him and urges all Chesterfield County residents to
keep his memory alive when they visit the Brett Jones Field
at the Robious Sports Complex.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and McHale.
Nays: None.
Mr. Barber presented the executed resolution to Mr. William
Shewmake, accompanied by members of the Huguenot Little
League Board of Directors.
Mr. Shewmake expressed appreciation to the Board, on behalf
of the family of Brett Jones, for honoring this courageous
young man.
15. ~RIN~S OF CITIZENS ON UNSCHEDULED MATTERS OR CLAIMS
There were no hearings of citizens on unscheduled matters or
claims at this time.
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16. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mr. Warren made opening remarks regarding the-public hearing
proceedings.
Ms. Elko stated that this date and time has been advertised
for public hearings to consider appropriation of a refund
from the Riverside Regional Jail Authority; proposed changes
in the Building Inspection ordinance; proposed changes in the
Environmental Engineering fees; proposed changes in the
county's water connection fees and rate increases in the
water and wastewater charges; proposed changes in Planning
Department fees; proposed changes in Fire Department burn
permit fees; proposed tax rates for 2003; the proposed 2004-
2010 Capital Improvement Program; the proposed 2004 Community
Development Block Grant and HOME Annual Plan; and the
proposed 2004 Biennial Financial Plan.
Mr. Barber entered the following statement into the record:
For many years, I have publicly disclosed that I am employed
as a teacher for the Chesterfield County school system. The
Virginia Conflict of Interests Act provides in § 2.1-639.14
that I am legally permitted to participate and vote on issues
which affect our schools and county employees. I am able to
participate fairly, objectively and in the public interest on
school-related and county matters and intend to participate
in those issues coming before the Board.
Mr. Micas entered the following statement into the record:
In conformance with the Virginia Conflict of Interests Act, I
am disclosing that my wife is currently employed as the
Director of the Arts Council of Richmond. The Arts Council
annually requests funding by the County for various programs
and, in the past, has entered into a community contract with
the County and School Board to perform services for the
school system.
Ms. Dickson presented summaries of the Total FY2004 Proposed
Budget; the FY2004 Proposed General Fund Budget; the Proposed
FY2004 Tax Rates; the proposed FY2004 Community Development
Block Grant and HOME budget; and the FY2004-2010 Proposed
Capital Improvement Program.
16.A. TO CONSIDER THE APPROPRIATION OF REFUND RECEIVED FROM
THE RIVERSIDE REGIONAL JAIL AUTHORITY
Ms. Dickson stated that this date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider the appropriation
of the $1,127,779 per diem refund received from the Riverside
Regional Jail Authority. She further stated that the refund
will be used to offset the expected shortfall in the FY2003
regional jail budget.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Mr. George Beadles stated that he hopes the School Board will
not receive any of this refund.
There being no one else to address this issue, the public
hearing was closed.
On motion of Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
received the $1,127,779 per diem refund received from the
Riverside Regional Jail Authority which will be used to
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offset the expected shortfall in the FY2003 regional jail
budget.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and McHale.
Nays: None.
16 .B.
TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS RELATIN~ TO
DEPARTMENT OF BUILDIN~ INSPECTION CLARIFICATIONS
Ms. Dickson stated that this ,date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider ordinance
amendments relating to Department of Building Inspection
clarifications. She stated that, in all cases, the fee
clarification will not increase the permit fee paid by the
applicant.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Mr. George Beadles stated that he feels fees should be
reviewed annually because the coulnty cannot continue to do
business at the same rate they have charged for years.
There being no one else to address the ordinance amendments,
the public hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance will be considered at
regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 9, 2003.)
the
16.C. TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RELATING TO THE
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING FEE CHANGE
Ms. Dickson stated that this date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider an ordinance
amendment relating to the Department of Environmental
Engineering fee change. She further stated that the proposed
fee would only be charged when a project or plan that has
already been reviewed and approved by staff is resubmitted by
a developer or engineer for a change not initiated by the
county.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Mr. George Beadles stated that he feels the county should be
paid for reviewing projects and he is surprised there are no
developers opposing this fee.
Mr. Roy Wallace expressed concerns that the proposed fee
increase could discourage new businesses in the county.
Mr. David Root, representing the Richmond Homebuilders
Association, stated that he understands the need for the
proposed fee.
There being no one else to address this ordinance, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance will be considered at the
regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 9, 2003.)
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16.D. TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE AMEN~NTS RELATING TO THE
DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES FEE CHANGES
Ms. Dickson stated that this date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider ordinance
amendments relating to the Department of Utilities fee
changes.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Mr. George Beadles stated that he feels utilities rates
should be reviewed on a regular basis, and it is better to
provide increases in small increments over time rather than
in a large increment at one time.
Mr. David Root, representing the Richmond Homebuilders
Association, stated that he understands this rate increase is
the culmination of a longstanding schedule and the members of
his association support it.
Mr. Bob Schrum stated that he feels modest increases over a
period of time are better than large increases at one time.
Mr. Roy Wallace expressed concerns relative to the impact of
the proposed fee increases on county businesses.
There being no one else to address this ordinance, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance will be considered at the
regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 9, 2003.)
16.E. TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE AMEnDmENTS RELATING TO PLANNING
DEPARTMENT FEES
Ms. Dickson stated that this date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider ordinance
amendments relating to Planning Department fees. She further
stated that the County Administrator's budget proposal
included fee increases within specific categories that ranged
from 5 percent to approximately 30 percent. She stated that
the Planning Commission is recommending that a 20 percent cap
on any given Planning fee increases be approved and indicated
that, if the Board chooses to adopt the Planning Commission's
recommendation, which the County Administrator is supportive
of, it would result in the need to make a revenue adjustment
of about $40,000 in the proposed FY2004 budget. She further
stated that there is also a $25 per dwelling unit at the time
of building permit fee proposed to defray the cost of a new
construction inspector in Planning to enforce proffered
conditions on residential development.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Mr. George Beadles suggested
treated similar to enterprise
fees to encourage development.
that infill
zones with
development be
reduced planning
Mr. Bob Schrum, representing the Chesterfield County Chamber
of Commerce Board of Directors, provided the Board with
information relative to a rate study in neighboring
jurisdictions, noting that Chesterfield's commercial zoning
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fees are almost twice as much as those in Henrico and
Hanover. He requested that the Board consider a 25 percent
reduction in commercial rezoning and planning fees.
Mr. Tom Winfree, President of Southern Community Bank and
Trust and Chair-Elect of the Chesterfield County Chamber of
Commerce Board of Directors, stated that in making loans, he
hears complaints regarding fees and the difficulties in
establishing businesses in the county. He further stated
that businesses create a surplus in the tax base, and a 25
percent reduction in commercial rezoning and planning fees
would provide a more business-friendly environment in the
county.
Mr. Chris Andreano, Chairman of the Chesterfield County
Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, requested that the
Board reduce commercial planning fees by 25 percent,
indicating that the revenue loss would probably be less than
$50,000.
Mr. Roy Wallace stated that businesses are the backbone of
the county and he feels commercial planning fees should be
reduced 50 percent.
Mr. David Root, representing the Richmond Homebuilders
Association, stated that he hopes the Board will endorse the
Planning Commission's recommendation for a 20 percent cap on
all planning fees. He urged the Board not to provide
commercial fee reductions at the ,expense of residential fee
increases.
There being no one else to address this ordinance, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance will be considered at the
regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 9, 2003.)
16.F. TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE AM~:NDMENT RELATIN~ TO THE
FIRE DEPARTME~ FEE CHAN~ES
MS. Dickson stated that this date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider an ordinance
amendment relating to the Fire Department fee changes.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Mr. George Beadles expressed concerns relative to health
issues, and stated that he supports the elimination of open
burning.
Mr. Otis Patton stated that ordinances should apply equally
throughout the county and he feels open burning should be
banned throughout the entire county.
Mr. David Root, representing the Richmond Homebuilders
Association, stated that he is pleased with the efforts of
the Fire Marshal and Fire Chief as well as Mr. Barber on the
issue of open burning. He stated that the proposed ordinance
relative to a ban on burning will address air quality issues
as well as allow for an existing necessary endeavor for
growth in the county.
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Mr. Barber clarified that a public hearing will be held April
9, 2003 relative to an ordinance to ban open burning in the
county, which goes along with the proposed ordinance relating
to Fire Department fee changes.
There being no one else to address this ordinance, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance will be considered at the
regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 9, 2003.)
16.G. TO CONSIDER PROPOSED 2003 TAX RATES
Ms. Dickson stated that this date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider an ordinance to
establish an annual tax levy on various classes of property
for the county.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Mr. Donald Wilms, President of the Chesterfield Education
Association, expressed concerns that the state has not lived
up to its funding promises for public education. He stressed
the importance of providing a quality education for our
students and urged the Board not to reduce the real estate
tax rate.
Mr. Roy Wallace expressed concerns relative to increased
assessments and stated that he feels the real estate tax rate
should be reduced down to 95 cents.
Mr. George Beadles stated that he feels the tax rate for wild
and exotic animals should be increased to the personal
property tax rate of $3.60.
There being no one else to address this ordinance, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance will be considered at the
regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 9, 2003.)
16.H. TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED FY2004-2010 PROPOSED CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PRO(~RAM
Ms. Dickson stated that this date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider the proposed
FY2004-2010 Capital Improvement Program.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Mr. George Beadles expressed concerns that citizens do not
address the proposed capital improvement program, indicating
that this is the starting point for all county projects.
There being no one else to address this issue, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this issue will be considered at the regularly
scheduled Board meeting on April 9, 2003.)
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16.I. TO CONSIDER THE FY2004 PROPOSED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT AND HOME ANNUAL PLAN
Ms. Dickson stated that this .date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider the proposed
FY2004 Co~Lunity Development Block Grant and Home Annual
Plan.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Ms. Sandra Noble, Principal of Harrowgate Elementary School
expressed concerns relative to the number of children living
in poverty in the Bermuda District. She stated that parental
involvement is necessary for the academic success of students
and requested that the Board provide $25,000 for a parent
co~Lunity center at Harrowgate Elementary.
Mr. David Williams, Education Manager for Chesterfield's Head
Start Program stressed the importance of the relationship
between schools and the families served, and requested that
funding be provided for a parent community center at
Harrowgate Elementary.
Ms. Pat Cullen, Prevention Services Manager for Mental
Health/Mental Retardation/Substance Abuse, stated that the
department has worked with Harrowgate Elementary staff in
jointly offering prevention programs, and she strongly
supports full funding of Harrowgate's proposal for a parent
community center.
Ms. Susan Bochman, Library Media Specialist at Harrowgate
Elementary School stated that parental support and
involvement is necessary for academic achievement, and a
parent community center would provide a positive influence
for students as well as the community. She requested that
the Board provide funding for the Harrowgate proposal.
Ms. Valerie Kane stated that her oldest child attends
Harrowgate Elementary School and she feels a parent community
center would be an asset to the community and urged the Board
to fund Harrowgate's proposal.
Sergeant Levi Gholson stated that he has been involved in
many areas of community service during his tenure with the
Chesterfield County's Sheriff's Office, including the
Peacekeeper Program at Harrowgate Elementary dealing with
conflict resolution. He further stated that he feels parents
need to be "armed with a toolbelt" that would enable them to
assist their children with their development, and requested
that the Board support the proposed parent community center.
Mr. Bradley Wall stated that the proposed community center
would greatly enhance the Harrowgate community and would also
provide a meeting room for the Harrowgate Athletic
Association and other civic groups..
Ms. Taffy Jones-Hayes, Intervention Strategist for at-risk
children and their families at Harrowgate Elementary School
expressed concerns relative to the issues that children of
poverty struggle with, and requested that the Board provide
funding for the Harrowgate proposal to provide for
parental/community involvement to break the cycle of
generational poverty.
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Dr. Mildred Bell, volunteer for Meals on Wheels recognized
seven other volunteers present at the meeting. She stated
that Meals on Wheels delivered 20,000 meals in the county
last year and is currently serving more than 100 homebound
residents. She further stated that Meals on Wheels has
purchased property in the Appomattox Industrial Park where it
plans to develop its central kitchen project. She stated
that the central kitchen will allow Meals on Wheels to take
advantage of donated food and volunteer labor which will
allow for the production of an additional 77,000 meals
annually. She requested the Board's full support of Meals on
Wheels' CDBG funding request.
Mr. Jim Hunt stated that because of Meals on Wheels, his
mother is able to continue living at home and have a very
good quality of life. He requested that the Board fully fund
the Meals on Wheels proposal.
Mr. Warren stated that Mr. Joey Rousch is present to speak
about the Biennial Financial Plan, but has to leave. He
requested that Mr. Rousch come forward now to present his
comments.
Mr. Joey Rousch requested that funding for the LINK
transportation service be continued indefinitely because it
is a vital resource of transportation for elderly and
disabled citizens and allows him to get to his appointments.
Mr. Jeff Taylor stated that he has volunteered with Meals on
Wheels since he was a teenager. He requested that the Board
fully support the funding request for the Meals on Wheels
central kitchen.
Mrs. Liz Taylor stated that the central kitchen will allow
Meals on Wheels to keep pace with the growing demand for home
delivered meals anticipated in the coming years, and
requested that the Board fully fund the Meals on Wheels
proposal.
Ms. Yvonne Vernow, accompanied by Mr. Stuart Daniel,
representing Elder Homes Corporation stated that she has seen
an increase in the senior population's desire to age in place
and indicated that, with the Board's support, Elder Homes
will continue to provide owner occupied residents with home
rehab and accessibility improvements.
Ms. Lynne Saunders, representing Refugee and Immigration
Services of the Catholic Diocese or Richmond, expressed
concerns that lack of confidence often keeps people from
resources, and requested that the Board provide funding for a
co~unity outreach worker requested by the Limited English
Speaking Program (LESP) to assist the Hispanic community.
Ms. Cynthia Escobar stated that she discovered through the
Bon Secours CareVan about health care services available to
her prior to giving birth to her child a week ago. She
requested the Board's support of LESP's proposal for an
outreach worker.
Ms. Aleta Hansen, Director of the Bon Secours CareVan stated
that the mobile clinic helps meet the growing health needs of
the county's refugee and immigrant communities. She
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expressed concerns that there are approximately 40,000
uninsured residents in the county and requested the Board's
funding of the outreach worker requested by LESP.
Ms. Jose Guzman, President of the Association of Hispanic
Americans in Richmond, stated that she learned about
community needs while working with the county's Families
First program. She further stated that the county's limited
English speaking community has increased significantly in the
past several years, and requested the Board's support of a
community based outreach worker to reduce barriers in
accessing services already available.
Ms. Lydia English, founding member of the Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce stated that the Hispanic community is growing and
requested that the Board provide funding for a community
outreach worker to provide assistance to the Hispanic
community.
Ms. Rose Minter, representing the Bensley Community Center
requested that funding of the center not be decreased.
Mr. Ernest Johnson, President of Chesterfield Alternatives,
Incorporated stated that his organization partners with the
county's Community Services Board to provide housing for over
60 residents. He urged the Board to support Chesterfield
Alternatives' proposal for a new joint venture that will
significantly benefit over 120 adults with serious mental
illness.
Mr. Vince Burgess, representing the Camp Baker Management
Board stated that in the past two weeks, Camp Baker has
received $60,000 in private sector donations, and requested
that the Board provide $30,000 of Camp Baker's original
$90,000 request to assist with construction of the
residential retreat for summer campers.
Mr. Gerald Sakats, representing Court Appointed Special
Advocates (CASA) stated that the program served 191 children
in the county last year and provided 3,455 volunteer hours.
He further stated that the caseload is increasing and
volunteers require extensive training. He requested that the
Board support CASA's funding request.
Mr. George Beadles stated that he feels all neighborhoods
should be treated equally relative to fundin~ of projects,
indicating that he would prefer to see CDBG funding provided
for projects in areas designated on the leading edge, rather
than providing for projects that are already available in
other areas.
There being no one else to address this issue, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this issue will be considered at the regularly
scheduled Board meeting on April 9~. 2003.)
Mr. Warren requested a five-minute recess.
Reconvenin~:
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16.J. TO CONSIDER THE FY2004 PROPOSED BIENNIAL FINANCIAL
PLAN
Ms. Dickson stated that this date and time has been
advertised for a public hearing to consider the proposed
FY2004 proposed Biennial Financial Plan.
Mr. Warren called for the public hearing.
Ms. Chris Lowrey, member of the YWCA Board of Directors
stated that the Chesterfield Shelter for Battered Women
provided 9,597 nights of shelter to 217 women and 193
children and remained at full capacity throughout 2002. She
stated that the shelter provides a critical service and
requested that the Board provide full funding of the YWCA's
$100,000 request.
Ms. Janice TirmrLons, a member of the Senior Center Board of
Directors stated that the senior center and its programs are
crucial to maintaining the well-being, health and quality of
life of the county's senior citizens. She requested that the
Board provide $40,000 for the senior center to expand its
programs and open one additional day per week.
Ms. Phyllis Whitfield, a member of the Senior Center stated
that the programs at the Senior Center "saved her life"
mentally and physically. She further stated that she would
like to see additional programs added and requested that the
Board consider fully funding the Senior Center's request.
Ms. Chris Melson, a member of the Senior Center stated that
she retired in March 2002 and became an active participant at
the Senior Center. She further stated that she is much
healthier than she has been in many years, and requested that
the Board fully fund the Senior Center's request.
Ms. Dede Foerster stated that the senior center now has 184
members and an average daily attendance of 45. She further
stated that, since joining the center, members report feeling
less lonely and isolated as well as receiving specific health
benefits. She urged the Board to provide $40,000 for the
senior center to be open one additional day.
Ms. Sonji Cale, an employee of the Senior Center of Richmond
stated that the center is full of active people who are 50-
plus. She further stated that seniors learn from each other
at the center and urged the Board fully fund the Senior
Center's request.
Mr. Richard Worcester, Chairman of the Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission requested that the Board provide funding
for a monument in each district to volunteers who serve the
county and save substantial tax dollars.
Ms. Karen Stanley, Director of Congregations Around Richmond
Involved to Assure Shelter (CARITAS) stated that the number
of homeless has been especially high this year because of the
economy and noted that the faces are changing. She requested
that the Board provide the full funding requested by CARITAS,
stating that the additional $5,600 would provide 360 nights
of shelter and 1,100 meals.
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Mr. David Fisk, Executive Director' of the Richmond Symphony
stated that the symphony plays a vital and unique role in
supporting the teaching of music in county schools, and
requested that the Board provide full funding of the Richmond
Symphony's request.
Ms. Katherine Geranios, First Vice President of the Friends
of the Library, stated that the group supports library
services and programs in the county. She introduced Ms. Mary
Abyss, a customer whose story is an example of how the
library can change lives.
Ms. Mary Abyss stated that, since moving to Chesterfield
County in December 2000, she has joined the senior program
and also learned to use a computer at Central Library. She
further stated that she now works as secretary at her church
because of the computer knowledge received at the library.
Mr. Richard Scales, Chairman of the Chesterfield Community
Services Board (CSB) expressed concerns relative to increased
referrals for medications and psychiatric care which have
resulted in the CSB's ability to provide timely access to
services for residents. He requested the Board's approval of
an additional $120,000 for resources to address the waiting
time for psychiatry services.
Ms. Carol Barefoot, a resident of the Midlothian District
stated that she feels the LINK is successfully surviving in
the county and requested the Board's support for it to
continue to survive. She further stated that, as a rider,
she would be open to a modified s'tructure of the LINK, with a
reduced number of buses and more of the expense being borne
by the riders.
Mr. Ken Roy, representing the Central Virginia Film Office
stated that the organization's su~mmer film camp has been a
tremendous asset to the region and requested the Board's
support of the program.
Ms. Evelyn Guess, a Midlothian District resident stated that
public transportation must have been a priority in 1989 when
the county became a partial owner of GRTC and inquired why
the county does not want to support the GRTC service for its
own citizens.
Mr. Gordon Rainey, Chairman of Friends of Regional Transit
stated that he supports the LINK transit service and hopes
the Board will make a serious effort to at least continue the
express service. He expressed concerns that this is the
largest community in the country without a regional
transportation system and feels it is placing us at a
competitive disadvantage and will eventually erode our
ability to retain and expand the business base that fuels the
quality of our life.
Mr. Barber inquired whether Mr. Rainey feels the business
community would support removing caps on the BPOL tax to
provide funding for the LINK system.
Mr. Rainey stated that he does not have a position on the
BPOL tax.
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Mr. Steve Erie, President of the Chesterfield Business
Council stated that the council is requesting that the Board
provide funding to continue the LINK service, noting that the
ridership has steadily grown from 8,000 passenger rides in
its first month of operation to more than 13,000 passenger
rides in February 2003.
When asked, Mr. Erie stated that he feels the business
community is looking for creative solutions to make the LINK
service work. He suggested that an advisory committee be
created to address the expense side of the county's budget in
exchange for considering the idea of increasing BPOL taxes.
Mr. Edward Gerardo, Chief Development Officer for Bon Secours
Saint Francis Medical Center stated that hospitals are
important service organizations, noting that not all hospital
employees own vehicles. He further stated that public
transportation is an essential component of Bon Secours'
successful performance and is necessary for the recruiting
and expansion of businesses. He urged the Board to
participate in the funding of LINK for FY2004 and to work
towards the development of a comprehensive sustainable public
transportation program for all of Chesterfield County.
When asked about an increase of the BPOL tax cap, Mr. Gerardo
stated that he feels businesses create jobs and stimulate the
economy and look for assistance from the jurisdiction to make
that happen.
Mr. Pete Svoboda, representing the Chesterfield Professional
Firefighters Association stated that he appreciates the
increased growth addressed in the Department of Fire and
Emergency Medical Services' (EMS) proposed budget and
requested that the Board adopt the Fire and EMS budget as
presented.
Mr. Charles Foster, Past Chairman of the Greater Richmond
Chamber of Commerce and member of the county's Blue Ribbon
Committee stated that he supports the LINK and feels it
impacts both the quality of life and economic development in
the county.
When asked, Mr. Foster stated that, although economic
development is very important, he understands the funding
necessary to continue the LINK service has to come from
somewhere.
Ms. Kim Andreadis, representing Courthouse Senior Apartments
stated that 50 percent of the current residents do not own
vehicles and chose to live in the community because of the
convenience of the LINK. She expressed concerns relative to
being able to provide affordable housing to seniors without
public transportation.
Ms. Tanya Griffith provided information relative to her
friend A1 who is severely disabled due to an automobile
accident and uses the LINK service to get to medical
appointments as well as the independent living center. She
requested that the Board provide funding so that the LINK
service can continue and suggested that increased marketing
of the service would increase usage.
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Mr. Mike McQuade, President of Courthouse Road Landowners
Association stated that he supports the county's
reco~f, endation for Planning staff to review the Northern Area
Plan. He expressed concerns that the homes being sold on
Courthouse Road are becoming low-quality rental properties.
He presented the Board with a petition signed by over 120
families requesting zoning relief for the residents of
Courthouse Road.
Mr. Donald Slayton, a Courthouse Road resident expressed
concerns relative to increased traffic on Courthouse Road and
stated that he supports a study of the Northern Area Plan.
Mr. Hiram Johnson, representing the Arts and Cultural Funding
Consortium, stated that county citizens and school children
are served by members of the consortium and requested that
the Board provide $50,000 to support the services of arts and
cultural organizations in the county.
Mr. Bill Greer stated that his business has flourished since
coming to the county. He further stated that mass transit is
important for business, indicating that he supports the LINK
transit service.
Ms. Nancy Finch expressed concerns relative to turnover of
employees because of lack of transportation. She stated that
it was a miracle for Senator Watkins to acquire $900,000 in
state funding for the LINK and she hopes the Board will
provide the additional support necessary to continue the
LINK.
When asked, Ms. Finch stated that eliminating the BPOL tax
and providing public tralnsportation are both means of
attracting businesses and industry. She further stated that
the Business Council could assist the Board in determining
items in the county's budget that are considered niceties
rather than necessities.
Ms. Joyce Saunders, representing the Central Virginia
Independent Living Center read a letter from Ms. Libbie
Meeks, who accompanied her, relaying her story regarding
assistance provided to her by the Independent Living Center,
and requested the Board's support of the center's $50,000
funding request. She also stated that she supports the LINK
van service.
Ms. Denise Noble, Associate Director of Greater Richmond SCAN
(Stop Child Abuse Now) stated that the organization partners
with the Cormuunity Services Board and the Department of
Social Services to help colmbat the problem of child abuse,
and requested the Board's continued support of SCAN.
Ms. Scarlet Bowes, representing' Omnicity stated that the
organization is developing pilot health education programs
for the families of children at risk for asthma, diabetes,
emotional, learning and behavioral disorders to help reduce
hospitalizations. She requested the Board's support of
Omnicity's funding request of $75,000.
Ms. Dorothy Bedard stated that the LINK is vital in moving
people towards productive and healthy lives and becoming
valuable contributors to the co~nunity, and requested that
the Board provide funding for the ]LINK to continue.
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Ms. Susie Biedler stated that she uses the express LINK
service from John Tyler Community College to downtown
Richmond. She further stated that decreasing the number of
trips and using smaller buses could lower the costs involved
with the LINK and encouraged the Board to provide funding for
the service to continue.
Ms. Crystal Jones stated that the LINK express is a vital
part of her daily life and requested that the Board provide
funding for this important service.
Mr. Frederick Coffey stated that he feels the LINK is a
positive program, indicating that his wife rides the express
bus. He further stated that the LINK provides assistance for
the elderly and disabled, and requested that the Board find a
way to support the service.
Ms. Lynn Reynolds stated that she feels strongly that the
LINK's express service is one of the best services provided
to county residents. She further stated that public
transportation reduces traffic congestion; prevents excessive
air pollutants; promotes growth of county businesses; and
reduces the cost of transportation for individual families.
She expressed concerns relative to eliminating a service that
benefits the county's residents.
Ms. Betty Hancock, a rider of the LINK express bus requested
that the Board consider the growing ridership of the bus and
provide funding for the LINK to continue.
Ms. Phyllis Bass, representing the Chester Community
Association, expressed concerns relative to changes being
experienced in the Chester Village and requested that the
Board provide $40,000 for the Planning Department to quickly
revisit the Chester Village Plan and $15,000 for a market
analysis of the Chester Village.
Mr. Hadi Yadzan, representing the Virginia Muslim Coalition
for Public Affairs stated the LINK supports the working class
and promotes business and growth in the county, and requested
that the Board provide funding for the LINK to continue.
Mr. John Simpson, representing Swift Creek Sports Club stated
that he sees the sport of field hockey growing significantly
in the county and requested that the Board provide funding to
maintain fields for the sport.
Reverend Ben Campbell, Pastoral Director of Richmond Hill
stated that public transportation promotes economic
development and has many positive effects on the community as
a whole.
Ms. Johnie Angel, a vocational counselor who helps disabled
citizens find and maintain employment stated that
transportation is a challenge for the disabled and the LINK
is a vital tool to address this challenge.
Ms. Sherine Masour stated that the LINK is a vital resource
for people with disabilities to be independent, and requested
that the Board provide funding for the LINK to continue.
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Mr. Tom Pakurar expressed concerns that pollution control on
the Swift Creek Reservoir has not been addressed by the
existing ordinances and stated that strengthening these
ordinances is a priority for the county. He suggested that
water quality be consolidated under one department; the
Utilities Department start monitoring nutrients in the water;
and additional engineers be added to address growth related
issues in the Upper Swift Creek area.
Mr. Bob Henderson, a Bermuda District resident stated that
the LINK has increased the number of people supporting the
county's small business community and suggested that an
additional stop be made at Thomas iDale High School to provide
working students with transportation and also provide
additional revenue for the county. He stated that the LINK
is an asset to the community and small businesses and
indicated that he feels the Board should support small
businesses in any way possible.
Ms. Phyllis Boschen, a resident of the Dale District stated
that she has never seen more than two riders on the LINK at
one time, and does not support county funding of the
transportation system.
Mr. Ron Kemp stated that he feels the LINK is a great service
for people who do not have an automobile or are handicapped
and sympathizes with riders who may lose the opportunity to
get to work.
Mr. George Beadles expressed concerns that the LINK provides
mass transit only for certain county citizens and not the
entire county.
Mr. Otis Patton expressed concerns that it is costing
taxpayers $11,000 annually per rider of the express bus and
$20,000 per rider of the local LINK bus. He further stated
that the cost of the service greatly outweighs its benefits
and requested that the Board not provide funding for the
service to continue.
Mr. Roy Wallace stated that the Board should provide funding
for the LINK service because it helps the county's
businesses.
There being no one else to address this issue, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this issue will be considered at the regularly
scheduled Board meeting on April 9, 2003.)
17. ADJO~NT
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
adjourned at 11:25 p.m. until April 9, 2003 at 3:30 p.m.
Ayes: Warren, McHale, Barber, Humphrey and Miller.
Nays: None.
~oaun/ne t~ ' A~ns ~Ys ~ ra ~r
Arthur S. Warren
C]~airman
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