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01-24-1973 MinutesPresent: Mr. Irvin G. Hornet, Chairman Mr. Leo Myers, Vice-Chairman Mr. J. Ruffin Apperson Mr. A. J. Krepela Mr. E. Merlin O'Neill VIRGINIA: At an adjourned meeting of Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, held at the Courthouse on January 24, 1973 at 1:00 P.M. Also Present: Mr. Oliver D. Rudy, Comm. Atty. Mr. Morris Mason, Asst.~omm. Atty. Mr. M. W. Burnett, Co. Administrator Mr. C. G. Manuel, Asst. Co. Admin. Mr. Robert A. Painter, Co. Eng. Mr. David Welchons, Asst. Co. Eng. Mr. Michael Ritz, Co. Planner On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that this Board accepts the following deeds of dedication: 1. Tommie Adkins 2. Chesterfield Land Timber Company 3. John R. Purcell 4. Robert E. Garnett Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Apperson, it is resolved that the minutes of December 18 and 27 1972 and January 10, and 18 1973, be and they hereby are approved. ' ' ~ On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that a Variance be granted to Mr. Morgan H. Waldron to construct a home on 4.46 acres of land at the western end of Sambar Road, provided it is understood that the County has no responsibility of construction or maintenance of roadways to this parcel. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson & Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Apperson, it is resolved that the following erroneous tax claims be approved for payment: Ayes: Speculative Builders Terrace Buildings, Inc. Richmond Baptist Assoc. Inc. Non-assessable Richmond Baptist Assoc., Inc. Non-assessable Richmond Baptist Assoc. Inc. Non-assessable Richmond,Baptist Assoc., Inc. Non-assessable Richmond Baptist Assoc. Inc. Richmond Baptist Assoc. Inc. George B. Harris, Jr. Non-Assessable Non-Assessable Flood daraage Virginia Electric & Power Co. Flood damage $47.95 32.55 32.55 32.55 32.55 32.55 24.49 151.90 57.04 Mr. Horner, Mr. Hyers, Mr. Apperson and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the sum of $5,559,171.00 be appropriated for the month of February, 1973 to the following categories: ' ' Fund Number Name Amount Ayes: 11 General Fund $1,725,785.00 13 Library 32,000.00 14 Law Library 500.00 15 Roads 3,000.00 17 County Garage 16,150.00 21 %[elfare Fund 97,300.00 22 Nursing Home 61,000.00 31. E-ttrick Sanitary District 3,000.00 4! School Operating 3,129,036.00 48 Bond Money-Schools 10,000.00 60 ~';ater Revenue 50,000.00 61 %Iater Cperating 70,200.00 62 Water Debt. O.00 63 ~[ater Impr., Repl. & Ext. 50,000.00 64 Water Construction 0.00 66 Meter Installation 75,000.00 70 Sewer Revenue 50,000.00 71 Sewer Operating 36,100.00 72 Sewer Debt 0.00 73 Sewer Impr., Repl. & Ext. 150,000.00 Grand Total $5,b~, ~-1~ N~r. Horner, Mr. [dyers, Mr. Apperson & Rt. ~' ' ~ On motion of Mr Apperson, seconded by ~.r. ~-~yez~., it is resolved that the sum of $23,D~4.96 be appzoprlc~.teo from the unappropriated ~ur~]~ of General Fund to the School Operatin~~ Fun<~ 41-4~'i-2'~ fees. Ayes: Mr. Hornet, Mr. ~-[yers, Mr. Apperson and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Apperson., seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that tb.e sum of $975,000.00 be appropriated from the l.% serve for Capital Outlay in the Bond Anticipation Fund of ' ~ tn.~ School. System t~ the following accounts: 48-500-403.0 Equipment $700,000 48-500-600.0 Land 60,000 48-500-60]..1 New Building and Addition ~5,000 $975,000' On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. O'Neill, it is resolved that hbe salary of Mr. Mike Woodfin, who has been placed in charge of the Department of General Services be raised from $8,].60.00 to $8,976.60. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Appertain and Mr. O'Neill. It was cited that the following resolutions had ]peen received: 1. From Pittsylvania County, a resolution complaining of the reduction in the Revenue Sharing Funds. 2. From Henrico County, a resolution i'~ o[)~Dosition to certain ~=~ ~ ~ ~ p,.~¢~o e~ of of the Hahn Report. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. 1, Iv~rs it is resol, vec[l thai. Mr. LaVerne Cole be andl he hereby is appointed to the Real Estate Equalization Board, effective as of this date. Ayes: Mr. Hornet, Mr. ~,~yers, Mr. Apperson and Mr. O'Neill. The following roads have been accepted by the Highway Department into the State Secondary System: Surreywood Subdivismon,. Seciion D Williamstowne Drive - From its intersection with Capelwood Drive northwes~wardly 0.04 mile and from the same intersection with Capelwood Drive southeastwardly 0.tl mile to Lake Surrey Drive, thence southeastly 0.05 mile Capelwood Court - from its intersection with Capelwood Drive southeastwardly 0.03 mile to a cul-de-sac Capelwcod Drive - from its intersection with Lake Surrey Drive southwestwardly 0.08 mile to Capelwood Court, thence southwestwardly 0.08 mile to Williamstowne Drive Lake Surrey Drive - from its intersectinn with Surreywood Drive southeastwardly 0.06 mile to Capelwood Drive, thence southeastwardly 0.~5 mile to Witliamstowne Drive Surreywood Drive-from the western end of maintenance on Routes 2625 which point is 0.04 mile west of Gatesthead Drive westwardly 0.04 mile to Lake Surrey Drive, thence westwardly 0.02 miles Normandale Terrace Subdivision 0.20 Mile 0.03 " 0.16 " 0.31 0.06 " Buena Vista Boulevard from its intersection with Route 1537 southwestwardly 0.15 mile to Route 1539 Bon Air Terrace Subdivision - Section "F" Bargrove Road - from a point at the end of maintenance 0.08 mile southwestwardly to a cul-de-sac Olde Coach Village, Section B Haversham Drive - from its intersectinn with Featherstone Drive westwardly 0.13 mile to its intersection with Olde Coach Drive 0.15 " O. 08" 0.13 mile It was pointed out that a public hearing would be held on February 6th at t0:00 A.M. to discuss improvements to Route 360 at its intersection with Walmsley Boulevard. There was discussed briefly a letter from Mr. J. Louis Reynolds, requesting that an interchange be located on Route 95 at Reymet Road and it was generally agreed that th~ request would be studied further. Mrs. Charles E. Elmore reports on the Christmas Committee citing how much was raised and the fine cooperation that exist among the citizens of Chester- field County. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the following committee be re-appointed as the Christmas Committee for 1973: Mr. James Rogers 3230 W. Grove Avenue Chester, Virginia 23831 Mrs. C. E. Hawkins Moseley, Virginia 23120 Mr. Bernard Gill Chesterfield, Virginia 23832 Mr. Clifford West 2400 Reymet Road Richmond, Virginia Mrs. Rose Scudder Route 3, Box 18 Chesterfield, Virginia 23832 Mrs. Johm A. Dameron, Jr. 2100 Boulevard Colonial Heights, Virginia Mrs. L. E. Armstrong 4300 Lafon Road Chester, Va. 23831 Mrs. Charles H. Elmore 8431 Chelmford Road Richmond, Virginia Mrs. Ulrich Troubetskoy The Independent Virginia Box 99 Chesterfield, Virginia 23832 Mrs. Robert Perry comes before the Board requesting an Ordinance amendment to keep horses away from residential areas, and it was generally agreed that this matter would be investigated by the Commonwealth's Attorney and the Executive Secretary. There was again discussed the closing of an alley leading northwardly from Trevillian Road, immediately west of Bufor~ Road. Mr. Pemberton speaks for the closing of the alley, citing the problems with his neighbors across the alley. Mr. Oakes speaks against the closing, stating that he was told the alley was permanent and constructed his garage so close to the alley that if he only receives one-half of the alley when it is abandoned he will not be able to get into his garage. Upon consideration whereof, and on motion of Mr. Krepela, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolve~ that this matter again be deferred to Feb. 28, 1973. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, ~lr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. 73-S-006 On motion of Mr. Krepela, seconded by Mr. Apperson, ~..t is resolved that a Use permit to park a mobile home on Parcel ].5, Tax Map Section 15-11 (2) in the Winterfield Subdivision in Midlothian be granted for a period of two years. Ayes: Mr. Homer, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. Mr. Fred Morgan comes before the Board citing the case of two vicious dogs attacking his wife in Woodmont. It was generally agreed that this matter would be brought forcible to the attention of the Chief Dog Warden, that letters would be written to owners of the dogs and that strick enforcement of the dog laws would be made in this area. On ~aotion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. O'Neill, it is resolved that water Contract W-73-110U for the installation of water on Goolsby Avenue in the amount of $400.00 be and it hereby is ~pproved. Ayes; }.'ir. Horner, ~ .... ].h,~ers Mr. Apperson, lqr. Krepel=n and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of t. ir. Kr~'-~e!a, seconded by Mr. O'Neill, it is resoive{) that sewer contract 70-32-!A in the amount of ~77,454.80 be awarded to Stamie E. Lyttle Company, Inc. and Sewer contract 7032-IB in the amount of $100,m10.48 be awarded to R. E. Chakles & Associates, Inc., both of which contracts are for the installation of sewers in the Higbwa!~ Hills Subdivision. Ayes: Mr. Hornet, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, lit. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Krepela, seconded by Mr. Apperson, it is resolved that the Chairman and Clerk of this Board be authorized 'to sign an agreement with the Southern Railway Company for certain serwe crossings covered in Agreement $-7745. Ayes: Mr. Homer, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, ~ir. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. Mr. Nierite and others speak for the installation of sewers in the Mohawk Subdivision and presented petitions requesting immediate action on the install- ation of sewers in the l'4ohawk Subdivision. It was generstly agreed that further work would be accomplished in getting additional people to sign for sewer connections and additional work on the plans constructing sewers in this area. Mr. Stein comes before the Board requesting some further consideration be given to the installation of sewers in Noel Court duplexes. The Engineering Department has stated that the County will put in sewers J.n public roads according to County policy but will not put in sewers in easements runninc to the various duplexes~ Mr. Stein states that it was his understanding that ~his would be done by the ~ounty and that he is willing to pav $300.00 connection charges for 104 units. ~ Mr. Painter points out that this would be against County policy since this is a privately owned subdivision area and it was generally agreed that this matter would again be discussed on February 14, 1973. Mrs. Bendrick comes before the Board in place of Mr. Shipp, wko has the flu, requesting some consideration of the passage of an ordinance to give County license tags to paraplegics and recounts the various expenses that paraplegics have to pay and states that the County should give consideration to nullify personal property bills, etc. Mr. Rudy points out that the Code of Virginia will not allow Counties to waive personal property assessments~ however, license tags may be given to bonified paraplegics. Upon consideration whereof, and on motion of Mr. ADDerson, seconded by Mr. Myers it is resolved that the following ordinance be pas~d on an emergency basis: ' AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND and reordain Chapter 6, Article 10, Section 6-213, to pro~ide certain exceptions to the levy and assessment of the license tax on motor vehicleS registered in the County. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD, VIRGINIA: That Chapter 6, Article 10, Section 6-213 of the Code of the County of Chesterfield be and it is hereby amended and reordained to read as follows: Section 6-213. Licenses Re~ui~.ed[ Exceptions There is hereby imposed by the Board of Supervisors a license tax upon every person, firm or corporation owning a motor vehicle, trailer or semi-trailer, registered in the County or regularly housed or stored in the County, and used or intended to be regularly operated upon the streets, highways or roads in the State, except as otherwise specifically provided in this ordinance. The provisions of this ordinance shall not apply to any vehicle exempted by the provisions of Sections 46.1-45 through 46.1-48, Section 46.1-66 of the Code of Virginia, nor shall the provisions of this ordinance apply to any vehicle licensed pursuant to Sections 46.1-49 or 46.1-50 of the Code of Virginia, now to any vehicle displaying special permanent plates as approved and issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles pursuant to Section 46.1-194.1 of the Code of Virginia to veterans with service=connected disabilities. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. Mr. Puccinelli comes before the Board again requesting a deferment or extension of the filing date for personal property. He states that he bas talked with Mr. Walker and Mr. Moore who tell him that nothing can be done at this point. Mr. Rudy states that there is no way~r the Treasurer or the Commissioner of the Revenue to waive penalties. However, he is of the opinion that the Board could extend the filing date for personal property from March 1, to March 15, if it is so desired. The Executive Secretary states that any deferment at this time on a wholesale basis may cause the whole program to be much later than is necessarv and that the March I deadline had already been sent by the Commissioner to'all owners of personal property which would cause great confusion. Upon consideration whereof, and on motion of Mr. Krepela, seconded by Mr. Horner, it is resolved that a motion was presented to pass an ordinance on an emergemcy basis to defer the filing date of personal property to March 15th. A vote being taken: Ayes: Mr. Krepela and Mr. Horner. Nays: Mr. Apperson, Mr. Myers and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Krepela, seconded by Mr. Apperson, it is resolved that the County Engineering Department be authorized to sell map guides at $7.00 each. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Horner, seconded bv Mr. Apperson, it is resolved that the follow- ing names citizens be ~f{ered the s~ated price~ for utility easements and if offers are not accepte¢. ~ue to 'the emergency e~.~ioting, that c ~ ' be ~ . on~emnat~on authorized: Project W73-1CD/2 Charles R. Hawley & Betty T. Hawley $25.00 Project W73-1CD/3 Harry O. Snead & Margaret M. Snesd 25.00 Project W73-1CD/5 Wavil C. Stewart & Annie S. Stewart 25.00 Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, ~r. Krepe!a and ~r. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Hr. Krepe!a, it is resolved that an engineer±ng cost study be run on Fuqua Farms for the installation of sewers. On motion of Mr. Krepela, seconded by hr. Nyers, it is resolved that the application of Mr. Williara G. Brandt, Jr., be accepted for ~ze purchase, of 1-1/'4 acres at the Airport. to sell for $10,000 per acre. Ayes: Mr. Homer, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, ~ir. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the request from the School Board dated January 10, 1973 be approved and '~e School Board is authorized to currently employ teachers, no more than 120 new teachers to fill vacancies that may occur, with the understanding that the current salary be guaranteed and adjusted if ail increase is granted in i973-'74. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, ~,ir. Rrepela add Hr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Krepela, it is resolved that the ChazrPan and Clerk of this Board be authorized to sign the formal request. for the State and Federal funds to finance the new County Park. Ayes: Mr. Horner, M~. Myers, hr. Apperson, Hr. Rrepela and Rr. O'Neill. There was read a repor't from %!e Auxiliary Police which report ci',ed the fact that the Auxiliary Police spent 591.9 hours in helping 'the County and in training programs. On motion of }ir. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that a letter be sent to the Auxiliary Police thankiAg them for their invaluable service. Aves:~ Mr. Horner, Mr. Mvers,~ Hr. Apperson,. ~.,.. l<repela and Mr. O'~'[eilt. On motion, of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. O'Neill, it is resolved that a Variance be granted to Mr. George Maloof in Sturbridge Park to allow a 6" lateral sewer line to connect from the sewer main to two 4" connections from Townhouses. It. is here noted that both the Buildin~ Inspector and the Engineering Department approve of this method of connection. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, hr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Krepela, it is resolved that the following Ordinance be and it hereby is adopted: AN ORDINANCE to amend and reordain Chapter 14, Article III, Section 14-37 of the Code of the County of Chesterfield, Virginia, providing for adoption by reference ~ the National Electrical Code and to make non-compliance therewith unlawful. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE B©ARD 0F SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD, VIRGINIA: That Chapter 14, Article III, Section 14-37 of the Code of the County of Chesterfield, Virginia, be and it is hereby amended and reordained to read as follows: SECTION 14-37. National Electrical Code - Adopted Pursuant to Section 27-5.1 of the Code of Virginia, there is hereby adopted by reference, insofar as is n~ inconsistent with the laws~ 'the State and the provisions of this Code and other ordinances of the County, the 1971 Edition of the National Electrical Code of the National Board of Fire Underwriters for Electrical Wiring and Apparatus, as approved by the American Standards Association zn May 1971, as fully as though completely set out herein. The installatmon and use of electrical wiring and apparatus within the County, all electrical construction and all material and aDpliance used in connection with electrical work and the operation of all electrical apparatus within the County shall conform to the rules and requirements of such 1971 Edition of the National Electrical Code hereby adopted. It shall be unlawful for any person to fail, neglect or refuse to comply with the 1971 Edition of the National Electrical Code hereby adopted. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect as of the 24thday of January 1973. Ayes: Mr. Hornet, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neall. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. O'Neill, it is resolved that the holiday schedule of the County will be the sa~pe as that of the State employees, with the addition of April 20, Good Friday, and one-half day for Christmas Eve~ which are as follows: ~ New Year's Day Lee-Jackson Day Washington,s Birthday Easter (Good Friday) Memorial Day Independence Day January 1 January 19 February 19 April 20 May 28 July 4 Labor Day Columbus Day Election Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day September 3 October 8 November 6 November 22 Dec. 24 (1/2 day) December 25 Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, Hr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Krepela, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the Chairman and Clerk of this Board be authorized to sign an agreement granting an easement to the Virginia Electric & Power Company from Route 10 on the north side of Airfield Drive to the Airport. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Krepela, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the following resolution be and it hereby is adopted: ~{EREAS, subparagraph (e) of Sect. 33-255.44:13 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, authorities the Richmond Metropolitan Authority to construct, acquire, operate and maintain properties and facilities for the relief of traffic congestion if requested to do so by the Council of the City of Richmond and the Boards of Supervisors of the Counties of Chesterfield and Henrico[ and WHEREAS, The Board of Supervisors of the County of Chesterfield is of the opinion that it is in the public interest for the Richmond Metropolitan Authority to undertake feasibility studies with a view to the construction of an extension of the Powhite Parkway from Chippenham Parkway to U. S. Route 60 and ultimately to State Route 288[ NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of Chester- field County hereby requests, the County of }{enrico and the City of Richmond concurring, that the Richmond Metropolitan Authority forthwith take all such action .as necessary or desirable in its discretion in order that the feasibility may be determined of constructing an extension of the Powhite Parkway from Chippenham Parkway to U. S. Route 60, and in addition and at an appropriate time ~to State Route 288, all of such construction to be undertaken with the proceeds of revenue bond financing. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. There was received a letter from Mr. A. E. McCants indicating the officers- elect for the Chesterfield County Community Mental Health and Mental Retardation Board. O~ motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that 'this Board agrees to condemn a drainage easement away from Brittonwood Subdivision near Centralia, since the owners of said property are partly minors, out-of-state or not available and provided further that Mr. Taylor, the owner of said sub- division agrees that he will bear the cost of condemnation. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Krepela and Mr. O"Neilt. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Krepela, it is resolved that the County employees be allowed to vacate the offices at 12:30 P.M. on Thursday, January 25, 1973 in commemoration of the death of President Johnson. Ayes: Mr. Apperson, Mr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. Mr. Horner and Mr. Hyers abstain from voting. On motion of Mr. Horner, seconded by Mr. Apperson, it is resolved tNat a Variance be granted tc Mrs. Kiser for the construction of a dwelling some 800 ft. off Newby's Bridge Road as described in a Deed filed with the Clerk's Office in Deed Book 959, Page 91, provided the County has no responsibility for the construction or maintenance of a road to said dwelling. Ayes: Mr. Horner, Mr. Myers, Hr. Apperson, Hr. Krepe!a and Nr. O'Neill. Mr. Horner appoints Mr. Nyers, Mr. O'Neill and the Executive Secretarl; to serve on an Insurance committee 'to advise the Board of certaJ, n policies the Board should follow in its fire insurance coverage. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Nr. Krepela, it is resolved that this Bc?ard guarantees sewer capacity in the Bellwood Nanor lagoon for 52-motel units on the north side of Willis Road, presently owned by Rose Govne. Ayes: Mr. Hornet, Mr. Hyers, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Krepela and Mr. O'Neill. On motion of Mr. Krepela, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that this Board adjourns at 7:45 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. on January 26, 1973. (Amended by action 9f Jan...31,. 1973 to read."--adiourns at 7:K5P.M. to ll'00A M on Jan ?6' 1973.) ~yes: ~lr. Morner, Mr. M}ers, Mr. Apperson[ Mr. KrepeI~ an~ ~r. O'Neill.' ~.fe ~ar!~ C~] a!rFle. N