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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 03-198 03/26/03 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. 03-199 03/26/03 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 03-200 03/26/03 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 03-201 03/26/03 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. 03-202 03/26/03 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. 03-203 03/26/03 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 03-204, 03/26/03 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 03-205 03/26/03 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 03-206 03/26/03 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. 03-20'7 03/26/03 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 03-208 03/26/03 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. 03-209 03/26/03 ?. 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. 03-210 03/26/03 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 03-211 into the LENGTH 0.14 Mi 0.04 Mi 0.10 Mi 0.03 Mi 0.03 Mi 0.09 Mi 0.09 Mi 0.03 Mi 0.03 Mi 0.20 Mi 0.16 Mi 0.14 Mi 0.06 Mi 0.26 Mi 03/26/03 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) 03-212 0.09 Mi 0.12 Mi 0.13 Mi 0.11 Mi 0.18 Mi 0.09 Mi 0.09 Mi 0.15 Mi 0.04 Mi 0.11 Mi 0.03 Mi 0.05 Mi 0.07 Mi 0.03 Mi 0.05 Mi 0.07 Mi 03/26/03 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) 03-213 0.06 Mi 0.05 Mi 0.02 Mi 0.10 Mi 0.13 Mi 0.04 Mi 0.03 Mi 0.30 Mi 0.07 Mi 0.03 Mi 0.06 Mi 0.10 Mi 0.06 Mi 03/26/03 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. 0.04 Mi 0.16 Mi 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 03-214 03/26/03 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. 03-215 03/26/03 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 03-216 03/26/O3 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.) 03-217 03/26/03 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 03-218 03/26/03 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. 03-219 03/26/03 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.) 03-220 03/26/03 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. 03-221 03/26/03 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 03-222 03/26/03 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~: 03-223 03/26/03 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. 03-224 03/26/03 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. 03-225 03/26/03 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. 03-226 03/26/03 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. 03-227 03/26/03 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. 03-228 03/26/03 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 03-229 03/26/03