03-23-2005 MinutesBOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
March 23, 2005
Supervisors in Attendances
Mr. Edward B. Barber, Chairman
Mr. R. M. ~Dickie" King, Jr.,
Vice Chairman
Mrs. Renny Bush Humphrey
Mr. Kelly E. Miller
Mr. Arthur S. Warren
Mr. Lane B. Ramsey
County Administrator
Staff in Attendances
Colonel Carl R. Baker,
Police Department
Mr. George Braunstein,
Exec. Dir., Community
Services Board
Mr. D. Joe Campbell, Dir.,
Juvenile Detention Home
Ms Marilyn Cole, Asst.
County Administrator
Mr Richard Cordle,
Treasurer
Ms Mary Ann Curtin, Dir.,
Intergovtl. Relations
Mr Charles Dane, Asst.
Dir., External Services
Ms Rebecca Dickson, Dir.,
Budget and Management
Ms Deborah Dugger,
Admin., Youth Group Home
Mr James Dunn, Dir.,
Economic Development
Mr William Dupler,
Building Official
Mr Robert Eanes, Asst. to
the County Administrator
Ms Lisa Elko, CMC
Clerk
Mr Jeff Franklin, Asst.
Dir., Utilities
Ms Karla Gerner, Dir.,
Human Resource Mgmt.
Mr Michael Golden, Dir.,
Parks and Recreation
Mr Lawrence 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. of Revitalization
Mr. H. Edward James,
Dir., Purchasing
Mr. Donald Kappel, Dir.,
Public Affairs
Mr. Louis Lassiter, Dir.,
Internal Audit
Mr. Mike Likins,
Coop. Extension Director
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Ms. Mary Lou Lyle, Dir.,
Accounting
Mr. Michael Mabe, Dir.,
Libraries
Chief Paul Mauger,
Fire and EMS Dept.
Ms. Barbara Mayfield, Dir.,
Emergency Communications
Mr. R. John McCracken,
Dir., Transportation
Mr. Richard M. McElfish,
Dir., Env. Engineering
Mr. Steven L. Micas,
County Attorney
Ms. Diane Peterson,
Senior Advocate
Mr. Glen Peterson, Dir.,
Community Diversion
Incentive Program
Mr. Francis Pitaro, Dir.,
General Services
Ms. Sarah Snead, Dir.,
Social Services
Mr. James J. L. Steqmaier,
Deputy Co. Admin.,
Management Services
Mr. M. D. Stith, Jr.,
Deputy Co. Admin.,
Community Development
Mr. Thomas Taylor, Dir.,
Block Grant Office
Mr. Kirk Turner, Dir.,
Planning
Mr. B. R. Wilkinson,
License Inspector
Sheriff Clarence Williams,
Sheriff's Department
Mr. Barber called the regularly scheduled meeting to order at
3:39 p.m.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR MARCH 7, 2005 (WORK SESSION)
AND MARCH 9, 2005 (REGULAR MEETING)
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
approved the minutes of March 7, 2005 and March 9, 2005, as
submitted.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
2. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
Mr. Ramsey announced that Interim Fire Chief Paul Mauger has
been appointed Chief of the Fire and Emergency Medical
Services Department effective today. He commended Chief
Mauger on his tremendous accomplishments with the department
and congratulated him on his appointment as Chief.
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Chief Mauger came forward with members of his family to be
officially congratulated by Mr. Barber, Mr. Ramsey, and
former Fire Chiefs Stephen Elswick and Robert Eanes.
Mr. Barber congratulated Chief Mauger on behalf of the Board
of Supervisors.
Chief Mauger stated he is honored to have the opportunity to
serve as Fire Chief and believes that God has led him to the
position. He thanked former Fire Chiefs Eanes and Elswick
for the guidance and leadership they have provided him over
the years. He also thanked members of both his family and
the Fire and Emergency Services Department for their support.
A standing ovation followed.
2.B. "5-STAR" STATEMENT OF SUPPORT FOR THE NATIONAL GUARD
AND RESERVE AWARD PRESENTATION
Mr. William Duff, Chairman of Employer Outreach for the
Virginia Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Committee
(ESGR) commended the county for going over and above what is
required by the law in supporting their employees who are
called to serve on active duty. He then presented the first
~5-Star" Statement of Support Certificate for the National
Guard and Reserve Award in Virginia to Mr. Barber,
accompanied by Mr. Ramsey, Colonel Baker, Sheriff Williams
and Deputy Fire Chief Jim Graham.
Mr. Barber expressed appreciation for the recognition and
stated the Board has been more than willing to provide some
measure of comfort to the families of employees who are
called to serve.
Mr. Ramsey thanked the departments who have made sacrifices
to support the reservists.
2.A. COUNTY'S FIRST ANNUAL CLEANUP CAMPAIGN UPDATE
Mr. Charles Dane, Assistant Director of External Services,
accompanied by "Litteroo," stated the county's Litter Program
will be celebrating Earth Day on April 2nd and 3rd by cleaning
up the county and keeping it litter free. He further stated
citizens who drop off items at Goodwill's three county sites
or at either of the county's transfer stations will be able
to register for a drawing for a $100 Ukrops shopping spree.
In response to Mr. King's question, Mr. Dane stated 28
intersections are now being cleaned using county employees on
a bi-weekly basis. He further stated the Sheriff's
Department has a crew of inmates that pick up litter in
several areas and will be adding a second crew soon, so the
impact should be even greater. He stated the greatest impact
of the program thus far has been the development of
partnerships with businesses and citizens to adopt areas of
the county for litter pick up.
Mrs. Humphrey expressed concerns relative to litter in the
area of Pocahontas State Park.
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Mr. Dane stated the Virginia Department of Transportation has
just awarded a contract for the collection of litter on
portions of Qualla and Beach Roads in the vicinity of
Pocahontas Park.
Mr. Warren expressed concerns relative to litter blowing off
the backs of vehicles in transit to the transfer station on
Warbro Road.
Mr. Dane stated enforcement of littering of uncovered trash
has been stepped up in the last 12 months on both Warbro and
Iron Bridge Roads in the vicinity of transfer stations,
resulting in fines or community service.
Mr. Miller stated he has noticed some improvement along Iron
Bridge Road. He requested that littering along Beulah and
Hopkins Roads be addressed.
In reponse to Mr. Miller's question, Mr. Dane stated the
courts are becoming more receptive to punishing citizens for
littering violations.
Mr. Barber stressed the importance of educating citizens,
including school children, relative to the adverse impacts of
littering.
3. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mrs. Humphey expressed concerns relative to the tax
exoneration proposals that have been announced by both of the
gubernatorial candidates, indicating that they will have a
significant impact on local revenues. She requested that Mr.
Ramsey evaluate both of these proposals and provide the Board
with insight as to their impact upon the county.
Mr. Warren stated he became aware at a recent meeting of the
Virginia Association of Counties (VACo) that there appears to
be a ripple effect throughout the state from local
governments for tax rate reductions as a result of increased
real estate assessments. He suggested that Mr. Ramsey also
get information from VACo and the Virginia Municipal League
(VML) relative to feedback being received from member
jurisdictions regarding the impact of the tax exoneration
proposals.
REQUESTS TO POSTPONE ACTION, ADDITIONS, OR CHAN~ES IN THE
ORDER OF PRESENTATION
On motion of Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
replaced Item 8.A.11., Transfer of District Improvement Funds
from the Clover Hill and Matoaca District Improvement Funds
to the School Board for Manchester High School to: 1)
Purchase New Athletic Equipment and 2) Purchase New Weight
Equipment for the Weight Room; added Item 8.A.14., Acceptance
of a Parcel of Land Along the West Right of Way Line of Old
Stage Road from Quarles Petroleum, Incorporated; deleted Item
9.B., Request from Ms. Eileen McAfee to Speak to the Board to
Address: "(1) Animal Abuse, Neglect and Cruelty Violations at
[the County's Animal Control] Facility; (2) the Risk These
On-going, Illegal and Inhumane Practices Places the County at
For Civil Penalties Levied by the Attorney General
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through the Office of the State Veterinarian; and (3)
Recommendations for Improvements-; replaced Item 15.C.,
Public Hearing to Consider Proposed Ordinance Amendments
Relating to Department of Utilities Fee Changes; and adopted
the Agenda, as amended.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
5. RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITION~
There were no resolutions or special recognitions at this
time.
6. WORK SESSION
O COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR,S PROPOSED FY2006 BIENNIa?.
BIENNIAL FINANCIAL PLAN PRESENTATION8
Ms. Dickson provided details of the impact of the loss of
Title IV-E funds in FY2006. She stated in the area of
Juvenile Services, the impact will be a $205,000 funding
reduction, loss of three positions and elimination of
contract services, including home-based counseling programs
and substance abuse services for youth, which will ultimately
result in more youth being sent to state facilities. She
further stated in the Community Corrections area, the impact
will be a $180,000 funding reduction and the elimination of
four full-time and one part-time position, resulting in the
elimination of programs that have been critical in diverting
offenders and assisting the courts and elimination of some
services to the Hispanic community, as well as domestic
violence services being provided by the lost positions.
6.A. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Mr. Stith presented an overview of Community Development's
FY2006 proposed budget. He reviewed expenditures and
revenues, and stated the FY2006 General Fund cost to support
Community Development is approximately $9 million. He stated
Community Development's major challenge is to manage the
county's growth. He reviewed data indicating improvement in
both inspection quality and cost effectiveness in Building
Inspections. He provided details of economic development
support provided by Building Inspections, and stated the
major challenge for the department is to adjust its business
practices and resources to accommodate the significant
increase in construction volume. He reviewed Building
Inspections accomplishments, including receipt of a grant to
remove Beach Road homes from a flood plain; quickly being
declared a federal disaster as a result of submitting damage
assessment in 48 hours; and removal of hazardous buildings at
Falling Creek Apartments in record time. He then provided
economic development statistics, stating that as of June
2004, there are 113,270 jobs and 6,551 businesses in the
county, indicating that the number of jobs increased by 3,418
from 2002 to 2004. He reviewed FY2004 Economic Development
results, including announcements of $130 million in
investment; six new facilities; and eight expansions of
existing industry. He stated the major challenge in Economic
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Development is to improve the promotion of Economic
Development services and programs to businesses and citizens.
He further stated Economic Development conducted 35 small and
minority business workshops in FY2004 and also conducted
numerous one-on-one consultations. He then discussed
Environmental Engineering, stating that the major challenge
of the department is the time it takes to review the
tremendous volume of plans submitted for subdivision review.
Discussion ensued relative to staff's new commitment to
review subdivision plans within 70 days of receipt.
Mr. Barber stated incomplete plans will be returned and then
have to be resubmitted as if they were new plans, indicating
that this will provide an incentive for higher quality plans
to be submitted. He then stated he has had concerns for a
number of years relative to the efficiency of economic
development expenditures. He expressed concerns relative to
the disparity in residential versus commercial growth and the
disparity between new businesses that locate in Chesterfield
and those that locate in other jurisdictions in the region.
He stated he has requested that Mr. Ramsey closely examine
the county's economic development effort, including our
regional effort. He requested that there be no more local or
regional economic development expenditures, including funds
being passed through to the Greater Richmond Partnership,
until the county is absolutely certain that this is the most
efficient expenditure of economic development funds.
Mr. Stith continued reviewing Con,unity Development's FY2006
proposed budget. He stated the Planning Department is
promoting and supporting economic development in the county
by planning for Route 288 economic development locations;
fast tracking the site plan process; and through the
Jefferson Davis Corridor Redevelopment initiative. He
further stated the Planning Department's major challenge is
to continue improving its customer service. He noted that
the 2004 Bond Referendum, which included $40 million for
transportation projects, received the highest voter support
(87 percent) of all bond issues. He then reviewed other
Transportation Department accomplishments, including
continuously updating the Comprehensive and Thoroughfare
Plans; completing the access road to the Meadowville
Technology Park; and providing safety improvements to Old Bon
Air Road.
Mr. Miller stated the county has made a substantial
investment in the Meadowville Technology Park, and he would
like to see a concentrated effort to enhance economic
development efforts in the Meadowville area.
Mr. Stith stated Class A office space is beginning to
diminish in the Richmond area, and staff believes this will
be a good year for the Meadowville area. He further stated
the major challenge of the Transportation Department is
funding for road improvements. He stated the Utilities
Department is one of only two water and sewer utilities in
the nation to have the highest bond ratings from all three
rating agencies. He provided a regional comparison of water/
wastewater user charges. He reviewed proposed fee increases
for utilities services. He reviewed accomplishments in
Utilities and stated the department's major challenge is
compliance with proposed nutrient removal requirements at
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wastewater treatment facilities. He thanked the Board for
its continued support of the Community Development Division.
Mr. Barber thanked Mr. Stith for his
presentation.
informative
6.B. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT OFFICE
Mr. Taylor provided an overview of the FY2006 budget for the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) office and HOME
Investment Partnership. He reviewed statutory goals,
national objectives and consolidated plan priorities of the
CDBG program. He stated FY2003-04 successes included full
occupancy of the Ettrick Small Business Center; completion of
47 housing projects; and provision of public service
activities to more than 4,000 county residents. He reviewed
FY2003-04 expenditures by district and housing expenditures
by district. He provided details of CDBG grant funding, HOME
Investment Partnership funding, and American Dream
Downpayment Initiative funding for FY2004-05 and FY2005-06.
He reviewed FY2006 CDBG funding requests and recommendations
in the categories of code enforcement, economic development,
housing, public facilities and equipment,
Discussion ensued relative to proposals received for which
funding was not recommended, including the A. M. Davis
athletic field improvement project and the Sherbourne Road
sewer installation project.
Mr. Ramsey noted there will never be enough CDBG funds to
address all of the sewer needs in the Jefferson Davis
Corridor.
Discussion ensued relative to the future of the Community
Development Block Grant Program.
Mr. Stith stated staff is optimistic that the CDBG funding
will remain in Housing and Urban Development rather than
being transferred to the Commerce Department.
Mrs. Humphrey expressed concerns that the funding would
become an economic development source if it were shifted to
the Commerce Department, rather than being used to benefit
low and moderate income persons, eliminate slums and blight,
and meet urgent needs. She requested that the Board be kept
apprised of the future of the CDBG funding as Congress
completes the budget process.
Mr. Barber thanked Mr. Taylor for the presentation.
7. DEFERRED ITEMS
There were no deferred items at this time.
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8. NEW BUSINESS
8.A. CONSENT iTEMS
8.A.1. APPROVAL OF AN EXTENSION OF THE SERVICE AGREEMENT
WITH THE CENTRAL VIRGINIA WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
(CVWMA)
8 .A. 1 .a. FOR RECYCLING USED PROPANE TANKS AT THE COUNTY
TRANSFER STATIONS
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute the annual
extended Service Agreement with the Central Virginia Waste
Management Authority for recycling used propane tanks at the
county transfer stations. (It is noted a copy of the
agreement is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.l.b. FOR CHLOROFLUOROCARBON (CFC)/HYDROCHLOROFLUROCARBON
(HCFC) GAS REMOVAL FROM USED APPLIANCES COLLECTED
AT NORTHERN AND SOUTHERN AREA TRANSFER STATIONS
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute the extended
Service Agreement with Central Virginia Waste Management
Authority and Tri-City Appliances for chlorfluorocarbon (CFC)
and hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) gas removal from used
appliances collected at Northern and Southern Area Transfer
Stations. (It is noted a copy of the agreement is filed with
the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.2. AUTHORIZE THE RECEIPT AND APPROPRIATION OF GRANT
FUNDS FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF FIRE PROGRAMS
FOR THE HEAVY AND TECHNICAL RESCUE TEAM
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
authorized the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department
to receive and appropriate $42,857 in grant funds from the
Virginia Department of Fire Programs to purchase equipment
for the Heavy and Technical Rescue Team.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.3. APPROVAL OF STREET-NAME CHANGE
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
approved the renaming of Wilton Road, located at the end of
Harrow Drive in Windsor Hills Subdivision, to Pacer Lane.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
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8.A.4. AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH ELECTION SYSTEMS AND SOFTWARE,
INCORPORATED FOR ANEW OPTICAL SCAN VOTING SYSTEM
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to enter into a contract,
in the amount of $507,645, with Election Systems and
Software, Incorporated for a new optical scan voting system.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.5. STATE ROAD ACCEPTANCE
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, 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 Section 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.
Twe Chan~e to the Secondary System of State HiflhwaYs: Addition
Basis for Change:
Statutory Reference:
Project:
From:
Addition, New subdivision street
{}33.1-229
Jessup Farms, Section G and a portion of Section F
Bareback Drive, State Route Number: 5863
Fairpines Rd., (Rt. 2130)
Bareback Tr., (Rt. 5864), a distance of: 0.06 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/15/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg. 3, with
a width of 50 Ft.
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From:
To:
Bareback Terrace, State Route Number: 5864
Bareback Dr., (Rt. 5863)
West To Cul de sac, a distance of: 0.08 miles.
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Right-of-way record was filed on 7/15/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Cimuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg. 3, with
a width of 40 Ft.
® Bareback Terrace, State Route Number: 5864
From: Bareback Dr., (Rt. 5863)
To: East To Cul de sac, a distance of: 0.15 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/15/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg. 3, with
a width of 40 Ft.
· Fairpines Lane, State Route Number: 5862
From: Calavetti Dr,, (Rt. 5439)
To: Fairpines Rd., (Rt. 2130), a distance of: 0.13 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/15/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Cimuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg. 3, with
a width of 50 Ft.
Falrplnes Road, State Route Number: 2130
Fairpines Rd., (Rt. 2130)
Fairpines Ln., (Rt. 5862), a distance of: 0.04 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/15/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Cimuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg. 3, with
a width of 50 Ft.
Fairplnes Road, State Route Number: 2130
Fairpines Ln., (Rt. 5862)
Bareback Dr., (Rt. 5863), a distance of: 0.07 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/15/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Cimuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg. 3, with
a width of 50 Ft.
· Fairpinee Road, State Route Number: 2130
From: Bareback Dr., (Rt. 5863)
To: Cul de sac, a distance of: 0.04 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/15/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg. 3, with
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From:
To:
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To:
a width of Var-50 Ft.
And, further, the Board adopted tlhe 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
Department of Transportation has advised
streets meet the requirements established by
Street Requirements of the Virginia
Transportation.
the Virginia
this Board the
the Subdivision
Department of
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 Section 33.1-229, Code of Virginia, and the
Department's Subdivision Street Requirements.
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AND,
a clear and unrestricted right-of-way, as described,
necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified
this resolution be forwarded to the Resident Engineer
Virginia Department of Transportation.
Twe Chancre to the Secondary System of State Hiqhwavs: Addition
Basis for Change: Addition, New subdivision street
Statutory Reference: §33.1-229
Project: Hampton Park, Section 19
® Hampton Crossing Drive, State Route Number: 5822
From: Hampton Crossing Dr., (Rt. 5822)
To: Hampton Green Dr., (Rt. 5383), a distance of: 0.02 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/14/2003 with the Office Of Clerk Of Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 54,
with a width of 40 Ft.
· Hampton Crossing Drive, State Route Number: 5822
From: Hampton Green Dr., (Rt. 5383)
To: Hampton Valley Dr., (Rt. 5692), a distance of: 0.11 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/14/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 54,
with a width of 40 Ft.
· Hampton Crossing Drive, State Route Number: 5822
From: Hampton Valley Dr., (Rt. 5692)
To: Cul de sac, a distance of: 0.05 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/14/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 54,
with a width of 40 Ft.
· Hampton Green Drive, State Route Number: 5383
From: Hampton Crossing Dr., (Rt. 5822)
To: 0.13 Mi. N of Hampton Crossing Dr., (Rt. 5822), a distance of: 0.13 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/14/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 54,
with a width of 40 Ft.
· Hampton Valley Drive, State Route Number: 5692
From: Hampton Crossing Dr., (Rt. 5822)
To: 0.03 Mi. N of Hampton Crossing Dr., (Rt. 5822), a distance of: 0.03 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/14/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 54,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board guarantees
and any
copy of
for the
with a width of 40 Ft.
And, further, 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
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WHEREAS, the Resident Engineer for
Department of Transportation has advised
streets meet the requirements established by
Street Requirements of the Virginia
Transportation.
the Virginia
this Board the
the Subdivision
Department of
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 Section 33.1-229, Code of Virginia, and the
Department' s Subdivision Street Requirements.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that
a clear and unrestricted right-of-way, as described,
necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified
this resolution be forwarded to the Resident Engineer
Virginia Department of Transportation.
Type Chan.qe to the Secondary System of State Hi.qhways: Addition
Basis for Change: Addition, New subdivision street
Statutory Reference: §33.1-229
Project: Hampton Park, Section 20
· Hampton Crossing Court, State Route Number: 5824
From: Hampton Crossing Dr., (Rt. 5822)
To: Cul de sac, a distance of: 0.07 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/25/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg.31,
with a width of 40 Ft.
· Hampton Crossing Drive, State Route Number: 5822
From: Hampton Crossing Ct., (Rt. 5824)
To: 0.03 Mi. W of Hampton Crossing Ct., (5824), a distance of: 0.03 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/25/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg.31,
with a width of 40 Ft.
· Hampton Crossing Drive, State Route Number: 5822
From: 0.02 Mi. W of Hampton Green Dr., (Rt. 5383)
To: 0.03 Mi. W to Hampton Crossing Ct., (Rt. 5824), a distance of: 0.01 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/25/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg.31,
with a width of 40 Ft.
· Hampton Crossing Place, State Route Number: 5823
From: Hampton Crossing Dr., (Rt. 5822)
To: Cul de sac, a distance of: 0.08 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/25/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg.31,
with a width of 40 Ft.
· Hampton Valley Drive, State Route Number: 5692
From: Hampton Crossing Dr., (Rt. 5822)
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To: Cul de sac, a distance of: 0.08 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 7/25/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 135 Pg.31,
with a width of 40 Ft.
And, further, 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 Section 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.
Type Change to the Secondary System of State Hi~hweys: Addition
Basis for Change: Addition, New subdivision street
Statutory Reference: §33.1-229
Project: Edgewater at the Reservoir, Section 6
· Mariners Way, State Route Number: 5852
From: Woolridge Rd., (Rt. 668)
To: 0.12 Mi. E on Mariners Wy., (Rt. 5852), a distance of: 0.12 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/7/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 21, with
a width of 50 Ft.
· Mariners Way, State Route Number: 5852
From: Windjammer Dr., (Rt. 5853)
To: Cul de sac, a distance of: 0.10 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/7/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 21, with
a width of 50 Ft.
· Tidal Drive, State Route Number: 5855
From: Windjammer Dr., (Rt. 5853)
To: Water Shore Dr., (Rt. 5856), a distance of: 0.08 miles,
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/7,/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 21, with
a width of 45 Ft.
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· Waters Shore Drive, State Route Number: 5856
From: Windjammer Dr., (Rt. 5853)
To: Tidal Dr., (Rt. 5855), a distance of: 0.15 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/7/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 21, with
a width of 45 Ft.
· Windjammer Drive, State Route Number: 5853
From: Mariners Wy., (Rt. 5852)
To: Water Shore Dr., (Rt. 5856), a distance of: 0.04 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/7/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 21, with
a width of 50 Ft.
· Windjammer Drive, State Route Number: 5853
From: Water Shore Dr., (Rt. 5856)
To: Windjammer Wy., (Rt. 5854), a distance of: 0.14 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/7/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 21, with
a width of 45 Ft.
· Windjammer Drive, State Route Number: 5853
From: Windjammer Wy., (Rt. 5854)
To: Tidal Dr., (Rt. 5855), a distance of: 0.06 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/7/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 21, with
a width of 45 Ft.
· Windjammer Way, State Route Number: 5854
From: Windjammer Dr., (Rt. 5853)
To: 0.02 Mi. N of Windjammer Dr., (Rt. 5853), a distance of: 0.02 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/7/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Circuit Court in Pb. 131 Pg. 21, with
a width of 50 Ft.
And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the street described below are shown on plats
recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, the Resident
Department of Transportation
street meets the requirements
Street Requirements of
Transportation.
Engineer for
has advised
established by
the Virginia
the Virginia
this Board the
the Subdivision
Department of
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 Section 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.
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AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of
this resolution be forwarded to the Resident Engineer for the
Virginia Department of Transportation.
Type Chan,qe to the Secondary System of State Highways: Addition
Basis for Change: Addition, New subdivision street
Statutory Reference: §33.1-229
Project: Edgewater at the Reservoir, Section 7
· Mariners Place, State Route Number: 5857
From: Uariners Wy., (Rt. 5652)
To: Cul de sac, a distance of: 0.06 miles.
Right-of-way record was filed on 1/7/2003 with the Office Of Clerk To Cimuit Court in Pb.131 Pg. 24, with
a width of 40 Ft.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.6. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS
8.A.6.a. RECOGNIZING MR. MAX HALL KUZMAUPON ATTAINING THE
RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was incorporated by
Mr. William D. Boyce on February 8, 1910, and was chartered
by Congress in 1916; and
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was founded to build
character, provide citizenship training and promote physical
fitness; and
WHEREAS, after earning at least twenty-one merit badges
in a wide variety of skills including leadership, service and
outdoor life, serving in a leadership position in a troop,
carrying out a service project beneficial to his community,
being active in the troop, demonstrating Scout spirit, and
living up to the Scout Oath and Law; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Max Hall Kuzma, Troop 837, sponsored by
Chester Baptist Church, has accomplished those high standards
of commitment and has reached the long-sought goal of Eagle
Scout, which is earned by only four percent of those
individuals entering the Scouting movement; and
WHEREAS, growing through his experiences in Scouting,
learning the lessons of responsible citizenship, and
endeavoring to prepare himself for a role as a leader in
society, Max has distinguished himself as a member of a new
generation of prepared young citizens of whom we can all be
very proud.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Mr. Max Hall Kuzma,
extends congratulations on his attainment of Eagle Scout, and
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acknowledges the good fortune of the county to have such an
outstanding young man as one of its citizens.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.6.b.
RECOGNIZING MR. RUSSELL T. EVANS, SR.,
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERIN~ DEPARTMENT, UPON HIS
RETIREMENT
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Russell T. Evans, Sr. retired from the
Chesterfield County Environmental Engineering Department on
March 1, 2005, after providing 26 years of quality service to
the citizens of Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Evans has faithfully served the county in
the capacity of Maintenance Worker; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Evans contributed to the construction of
the Chesterfield County veterans wall in front of the old
courthouse; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Evans provided outstanding service to the
citizens of Chesterfield County during and after Hurricane
Isabel with his tree-working skills in keeping county roads
and storm-water infrastructure cleared of downed trees; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Evans was diligent in working long hours in
the aftermath of the flooding of Tropical Storm Gaston,
restoring basic storm-sewer services to the citizens of
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Evans has received numerous letters of
thanks and appreciation from the citizens of Chesterfield
County for services rendered; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Evans has provided the Chesterfield County
Environmental Engineering Department with many years of loyal
and dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County and the Board
Supervisors will miss Mr. Evans's diligent service.
of
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors hereby recognizes Mr. Russell T.
Evans, Sr., and extends on behalf of its members and the
citizens of Chesterfield County, appreciation for his service
to the county, congratulations upon his retirement, and best
wishes for a long and happy retirement.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.7. REQUESTS FOR PERMISSION
8.A.7.a. FROM AMY C. BAR/{ TO INSTALL A PRIVATE WATER SERVICE
WITHIN A PRIVATE EASEMENT TO SERVE PROPERTY ON ENON
CHURCH ROAD
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
approved a request from Amy C. Bart for permission to install
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a private water service within a private easement to serve
property at 315 Enon Church Road, and authorized the County
Administrator to execute the water connection agreement. (It
is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this
Board.)
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.7.b. FROM CAL PROPERTIES, LLC TO INSTALL A PRIVATE SEWER
SERVICE WITHIN A PRIVATE EASEMENT TO SERVE PROPERTY
ON SAILBOAT LANE
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
approved a request from Cal Properties, LLC for permission to
install a private sewer service within a private easement to
serve property at 2510 Sailboat Lane, and authorized the
County Administrator to execute the sewer connection
agreement. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the
papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.7.C. FROM HARBOUR POINTE MOB, LLC TO iNSTALL A PRIVATE
SEWER SERVICE WITHIN A PRIVATE EASEMENT TO SERVE
PROPERTY ON HULL STREET ROAD
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
approved a request from Harbour Pointe MOB, LLC for
permission to install a private sewer service within a
private easement to serve property at 13520 Hull Street Road,
and authorized the County Administrator to execute the sewer
connection agreement. (It is noted a copy of the plat is
filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.8. REQUEST TO QUITCLAIM A SIXTEEN-FOOT WATER EASEMENT
ACROSS THE PROPERTY OF HARBOUR POiNTE MOB, LLC
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
authorized the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the
County Administrator to execute a quitclaim deed to vacate a
16-foot water easement across the property of Harbour Pointe
MOB, LLC. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the
papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.9. REQUEST TO AID E-COM, LLC IN THE ACQUISITION OF
OFFSITE SEWER AND TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENTS
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AN OWNER OCCUPIED SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENCE LOCATED ON TUCKER ROAD
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
authorized Right of Way staff to aid E-Com, LLC in the
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acquisition of sewer and temporary construction easements to
serve an owner occupied single-family residence located at
6011 Tucker Road, subject to the developer executing a
contract agreeing to pay all costs.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.10.
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION TO HALEY
BUILDERS, INCORPORATED FOR THE PUBLIC SAFETY
TRAINING CENTER-ENON FIRE TRAINING BURN BUILDINGS
AND PROPS PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE THE RECEIPT AND
APPROPRIATION OF GRANT FUNDS FROM THE VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF FIRE PROGRAMS
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
awarded a contract to Haley Builders, Incorporated, in the
amount of $3,391,000, for construction of the Public Safety
Training Center-Enon fire training burn buildings and related
facilities.
And, further, the Board authorized the receipt and
appropriation of grant funds, in the amount of $430,000, from
the Virginia Department of Fire Programs to offset the cost
of construction of the burn buildings at the Enon site.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.11. TRANSFER OF DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS FROM THE
CLOVER HILL AND MATOACA DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS
TO THE SCHOOL BOARD FOR MANCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL
1) PURCHASE NEW ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT AND 2) PURCHASE
NEW WEIGHT EQUIPMENT FOR THE MANCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL
WEIGHT ROOM
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
transferred $4,500 each (total $9,000) from the Clover Hill
and Matoaca District Improvement Funds to the School Board
for Manchester High School to: 1) purchase new athletic
equipment and 2) purchase new weight equipment for the
Manchester High School weight room.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.12.
APPROPRiATION AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS AND
AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE WOODMONT
DRIVE PROJECT
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
appropriated $55,925 in additional anticipated Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reimbursement funds and
$11,930 in additional state reimbursement funds; transferred
$6,711 from the Reserve for Future Capital Projects; and
authorized the County Administrator to award a $311,289
construction contract to Stanley Construction for the
Woodmont Drive Project.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
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8.A.13. SET A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE APPROVAL OF A
GROUND LEASE IN CONNECTION WITH CERTIFICATES OF
PARTICIPATION FINANCING FOR THE POLICE PROPERTY/
EVIDENCE STORAGE FACILITY
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board set
the date of April 13, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. for a public hearing
for the Board to consider a ground lease to be entered into
in connection with the planned Certificates of Participation
financing for the Police Property/Evidence Storage Facility.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
8.A.14. ACCEPTANCE OF A PARCEL OF LAND ALONG THE WEST RIGHT
OF WAY LINE OF OLD STAGE ROAD FROM QUARLES
PETROLEUM, INCORPORATED
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
accepted a parcel of land containing 0.068 acres along the
west right of way line of 01d Stage Road (State Route 732)
from Quarles Petroleum, Incorporated, and authorized the
County Administrator to execute the deed.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
9. HEARINGS OF CITIZENS ON UNSCHEDULED MATTERS OR CLAIMS
9.A. MS. BRENDA L. STEWART HAS REQUESTED THE OPPORTUNITY TO
SPEAK TO THE BOARD TO ASK THE BOARD TO "RECONSIDER" THE
FEBRUARY 23~ REZONING OF THE FOXCROFT DEVELOPMENT,
INCORPORATED PROPERTY (05SN0127) BECAUSE OF A "ZONING
ENFORCEMENT ISSUE."
Ms. Brenda Stewart expressed concerns that requirements of
the county's subdivision ordinance had not been met regarding
the transfer of property when rezoning of the 4.66 acres
adjacent to the Cosby Road site that was the subject of Case
05SN0127 was approved on February 23, 2005. She stated prior
to speaking at the public hearing regarding Case 05SN0127,
she had discussed her interpretation of the subdivision
ordinance with both Mr. Kirk Turner and Mr. David Hainley of
the Planning Department, and both of them agreed with her
interpretation. She further stated Mr. Micas was requested
at the public hearing to address some of the legal questions
arising from public testimony, and she expected him to
address the issue she had raised regarding subdivision and
zoning ordinance requirements. She stated he did not address
the issue and made an inaccurate statement that she had been
told by the School Board and the county that there was no
relationship between the public and private activity
surrounding the swapping of two 4.66-acre parcels of land.
She further stated, following the public hearing, she wrote a
letter to Mr. Barber again pointing out the issues
surrounding subdivision ordinance requirements and the
rezoned property, as well as other issues stemming from the
public hearing. She stated she received ~ response from Mr.
Micas discussing the sections of the county ordinance
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governing an exception relating to the review and recording
of plats for land subdivisions, but he did not cite an
exception relating to the sale or transfer of subdivided
land. She further stated he pointed out that she had not
specifically discussed the Fox Creek Development case with
Mr. Turner or Mr. Hainley. She stated she was unaware that
application of ordinance provisions was case specific. She
further stated she sent another letter to Mr. Micas on March
11tn reiterating his failure to identify any exception in the
ordinance permitting the sale or transfer of any land of a
subdivision before a plat has been duly approved. She
further stated she requested information regarding the
ordinance provisions that authorize the subject subdivision
of land, and has yet to receive a reply. She expressed
concerns relative to the Board ignoring a developer's failure
to follow the provisions of the subdivision ordinance and
then rewarding him by approving a rezoning request involving
the same property. She stated she has not been advised that
her interpretations are incorrect and has not been given
citations to statutes or ordinances that authorize the
subject land transfer. She requested that the Board
reconsider its decision in the rezoning request for Case
05SN0127 and if it is not legally permissible, that the Board
at least ask those responsible for enforcement of the
subdivision ordinance to investigate this land transfer. She
also requested a response to her February 25, 2005 request
for retraction and apology for the inaccurate statement made
about her during the public hearing regarding Case 05SN0127.
Mr. Barber requested that the County Attorney prepare an
appropriate answer to the concerns raised by Ms. Stewart.
10. REPORTS
10.A. REPORT ON THE DEVELOPER WATER AND SEWER CONTRACTS
10.B. REPORT ON THE STATUS OF GENERAL FUND BALANCE, RESERVE
FOR FUTURE CAPITAL PROJECTS, DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT
10 .C.
FUNDS AND LEASE PURCHASES
ROADS ACCEPTED INTO THE STATE SECONDARY SYSTEM
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
accepted the following reports: a Report on Developer Water
and Sewer Contracts; and a Report on the Status of General
Fund Balance, Reserve for' Future Capital Projects, District
Improvement Funds and Lease Purchases.
And, further, the following roads were accepted into the
state secondary system:
ADDITION LENGTH
MINEOLA HEIGHTS, SECTION 1
(Effective 2/18/2005)
Bethesda Court (Route 5788) - From Timonium
Drive (Route 3531) to Cul-de-sac
0.06 Mi.
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TANNER VILLAGE, SECTION A
(Effective 2/11/2005)
Camack Place (Route 5841) - From Camack Place
(Route 5841) to 0.09 mile northeast of Camack
Place (Route 5841)
Camack Place (Route 5841) - From Camack Trail
(Route 5840) to 0.04 mile south of Camack Trail
(Route 5840)
Camack Trail (Route 5840) - From Camack Place
(Route 5840) to Jeffries Way (Route 5842)
Camack Trail (Route 5840) - From Charter Colony
Parkway (Route 950) to Camack Place (Route 5841)
Camack Trail (Route 5840) - From Jeffries Way
(Route 5842) to Cul-de-sac
Jeffries Way (Route 5842) - From Camack Trail
(Route 5840) to 0.09 mile north of Camack
Trail (Route 5840)
Jeffries Way (Route 5842) - From Camack Trail
(Route 5840) to 0.08 mile south of Camack Trail
(Route 5840)
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
0.09 Mi.
0.04 Mi.
0.06 Mi.
0.08 Mi.
0.11 Mi.
0.09 Mi.
0.08 Mi.
ii. DIOR
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey,
recessed to the Administration
dinner.
Building,
seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
Room 502, for
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
Reconvening:
i2. INVOCATION
Reverend Russell Williams, Pastor
Methodist Church, gave the invocation.
of Hopewell United
13. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF
AMERICA
Deputy County Administrator Bradford Hammer led the Pledge of
Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.
14. RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
There were no resolutions or special recognitions at
time.
this
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15. PUBLIC HEARINGS
15.A. TO CONSIDER THE APPROPRIATION OF A REFUND RECEIVED
FROM THE RIVERSIDE REGIONAL JAIL AUTHORITY
Ms. Dickson stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing for the Board to consider the appropriation
of a $1,157,400 per diem refund received from the Riverside
Regional Jail Authority. She noted the refund will be used
to offset the shortfall in the FY2005 regional jail budget.
Mr. Barber called for public comment.
Mr. George Beadles stated he is glad the county is receiving
this refund.
There being no one else to address this issue, the public
hearing was closed.
On motion of Mr. Miller, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
approved the appropriation of a $1,157,400 per diem refund
received from the Riverside Regional Jail Authority which
will be used to offset the shortfall in the FY2004 regional
jail budget.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
15.B. TO CONSIDER THE APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS IN ANTICIPATED
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY REIMBURSEMENT FOR
DEBRIS HAULING FOR HURRICAN~ ISABEL
Ms. Dickson stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing for the Board to consider the appropriation
of up to $700,000 in anticipated Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) reimbursement for debris hauling for Hurricane
Isabel.
Mr. Barber called for public comment.
Mr. George Beadles stated it is good that FEMA is reimbursing
the county for hauling debris from Hurricane Isabel.
There being no one else to address this issue, the public
hearing was closed.
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
approved the appropriation of up to $700,000 in anticipated
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reimbursement for
debris hauling for Hurricane Isabel.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
Mr. Barber stated the Board is about to begin its public
hearing process regarding budget deliberations. He then
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 State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act
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provides in Section 2.2-3115 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.
Mr. Barber stated this date and time has been advertised for
public hearings to consider proposed ordinance amendments
relating to Department of Utilities fee changes; proposed
ordinance amendments relating to collection of delinquent
taxes; proposed ordinance amendment relating to motor
vehicles owned by members of volunteer rescue squads, members
of volunteer fire departments, and auxiliary police officers;
proposed tax rates for 2005; the proposed 2006-2011 Capital
Improvement Program; the proposed 2006 Community Development
Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Annual Plan; and
the FY2006 proposed Biennial Financial Plan.
Ms. Dickson presented summaries of the total FY2006 proposed
budget; FY2005 adopted versus FY2006 approved and amended
expenditures; FY2006 proposed budget tax rates; the FY2006
proposed Community Development Block Grant and HOME
Investment Programs; the proposed Capital Improvement Program
(CIP) for FY2006-FY2011; and the proposed CIP (county only)
expenditure summary for FY2006-2011.
15.C. TO CONSIDER PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS RELATING
TO DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES FEE CHANGES
Ms. Dickson stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing for the Board to consider proposed ordinance
amendments relating to Department of Utilities fee changes.
Mr. Barber called for public comment.
Mr. George Beadles stated the proposed fee changes are an
example of responsible government, indicating that he would
rather have a small annual increase now than wait five years
and "play catch-up."
There being no one else to address the ordinance amendments,
the public hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance amendments will be considered at
the regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 13, 2005.)
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15.D. TO CONSIDER PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS RELATING TO
FEES FOR COLLECTING DELINQUENT TAXES
Ms. Dickson stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing for the Board to consider proposed ordinance
amendments relating to fees for collecting delinquent taxes.
Mr. Barber called for public comment.
Mr. George Beadles stated he does not understand why the
county does not charge the full cost of collecting delinquent
taxes.
Mr. Ramsey indicated that state law precluded the county from
charging more than a $30 delinquent collection fee.
There being no one else to address the ordinance amendments,
the public hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance amendments will be considered at
the regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 13, 2005.)
15.E. TO CONSIDER PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RELATING TO
MOTOR VEHICLES OWNED BY MEMBERS OF VOLUNTEER RESCUE
SQUADS, MEMBERS OF VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTS, AND
AUXILIARY POLICE OFFICERS
Ms. Dickson stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing for the Board to consider a proposed
ordinance amendment relating to motor vehicles owned by
members of volunteer rescue s~aads, members of volunteer fire
departments, and auxiliary police officers.
Mr. Barber called for public comment.
Mr. George Beadles expressed concerns relative to continued
expansion of this ordinance, indicating that the ordinance is
difficult to understand as well as enforce.
In response to Mrs. Humphrey's question, Ms.
the tax exoneration only applies to county
volunteer in the county.
Dickson stated
citizens who
There being no one else to address the ordinance amendments,
the public hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance amendment will be considered at
the regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 13, 2005.)
15.F. TO CONSIDER PROPOSED 2005 TAX RATES
Ms. Dickson stated 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. Barber called for public comment.
Mr. James Davenport expressed concerns relative to exorbitant
increases in real estate property taxes since purchasing his
home in 1988. He stated the Board has provided tax relief
for the elderly and inquired where the tax relief is for
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other residents. He further stated the bond referendum was
advertised and promoted by the county as not resulting in a
tax increase. He stated it is the Board's responsibility to
deal with increased assessments by decreasing the tax rate
and requested that the Board adhere to what was advertised
during the bond referendum and decrease the real estate tax
rate to $0.99 per $100 assessed value so that the citizens'
taxes will remain the same as they were last year.
Mr. Fred Demy expressed concerns that a budget increasing at
more than twice the rate of inflation borderlines on being
out of control. He stated elimination of personal property
decals on vehicles will result in thousands of dollars
savings, and he believes the county should examine programs
such as this to cut the cost of government. He further
stated limiting the amount of government spending can also be
accomplished by reducing taxes. He stated all taxpaying
citizens deserve relief, not just senior citizens or other
special interest groups. He requested that the Board move
forward to enact substantial tax relief for residential
property owners by reducing the real estate tax rate one cent
per year over the next four years.
Mr. George Beadles stated it is amazing the tax rate has not
increased because the citizens always want bigger and better
amenities. He further stated if the tax rate were reduced,
the county would not be able to fund all of its programs and
might have to begin charging for services that are now free.
He stated he believes the county needs a meals tax because
only those who eat out would have to pay.
Ms. Brenda Stewart stated last year the state increased the
sales tax to reduce pressure on local governments to raise
property taxes. She expressed concerns that the assessment
on her family farm increased 25 percent this year. She
stated the county will collect 11.7 percent more taxes on
average this year just from reassessments, or $259 million
more just from revaluation on existing residences. She
further stated, despite the addition of more than
$500,000,000 in extra revenue from revaluations and new
construction, the real estate tax rate is advertised to
remain the same. She expressed concerns that, with county
growth at approximately two percent annually and inflation
very low, the budget is proposed to increase by nearly eight
percent. She stated she sees a disturbing trend towards
taxing and spending. She further stated there are many ways
to economize and eliminate wasteful spending. She referenced
the Town of Warrenton, where real estate taxes have been
reduced by 80 percent, personal property taxes by 55 percent
and certain business taxes by more than 20 percent, and
stated wholesale spending reform helped achieve these
records. She requested that the Board reduce the real estate
tax rate as well as spending in the county.
There being no one else to address the issue, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordinance to establish the annual tax levy
on various classes of property will be considered at the
regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 13, 2005.)
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15.G. TO CONSIDER THE FY2006-2011 PROPOSED CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Ms. Dickson stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing to consider the proposed FY2006-2011 Capital
Improvement Program (CIP).
Mr. Barber called for public comment.
Mr. Bob Herndon stated he believes the county needs a serious
transportation plan that focuses on moving people instead of
vehicles and uses multiple means of transportation. He
further stated students are the county's future, and he
believes it is critical to invest wisely in facilities to
provide quality education in a safe environment. He
suggested that the county provide the necessary improvements
at aging schools, build new schools in areas that are
overcrowded, and establish a goal to eliminate trailers from
the public school system.
Mr. Richard Dennis, a resident of Conifer Road, expressed
concerns relative to flooding and drainage issues on Conifer
Road, Bluffside Drive and Dalebrook Drive. He requested that
the drainage project for this area, which has been placed in
the Capital Improvement Project for 2010 be moved up in
priority so that residents are not stuck in homes when
flooding occurs. He stated the flooding has occurred for
more than 35 years, and he believes it is time for the county
to put old problems in front of newer problems to be solved.
He further stated every effort should be made by the county
to redirect water flooding from residents on the west side of
Conifer Road and to capture water flowing from west of
Conifer and pump it into the drainage system of the new 550-
home subdivision proposed between Conifer Road and Dalebrook
Drive.
Mr. George Beadles expressed concerns that citizens do not
understand the importance of the public hearing for the
Capital Improvement Program. He stated if all the drainage
issues in the county were addressed, the real estate tax rate
would have to be increased to pay for it. He further stated
there are more things that need to be fixed than there is
money to pay for them. He stated the county must prioritize
and spend appropriately in order to maintain its AAA bond
rating.
Ms. Rachel Jones, a resident of Bluffside Drive, expressed
concerns relative to significant flooding in the area of her
home due to improper drainage facilities. She requested the
Board's assistance in addressing the drainage issue.
There being no one else to address the issue, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this ordilnance will be considered at the
regularly scheduled Board meeting on April 13, 2005.)
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15.H. TO CONSIDER THE FY2006 PROPOSED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT AND T~ HOME iNVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP A~AL
PLAN
Ms. Dickson stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing to consider the proposed FY2006 Community
Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership
Annual Plan.
Mr. Barber called for public comment.
Mr. Dave Schaffer, a representative of CARES, Incorporated
(Crisis Assistance Response Emergency Shelter) provided
details of the services offered by the facility to county
residents. He expressed appreciation for the Board's past
support and requested the Board's full support of the
organization's $15,000 funding request for this worthy
program.
Ms. Allie Pettigrew, a junior at the Mathematics and Science
High School at Clover Hill, provided details of the impact
the CARES shelter has had on the women and children who enter
it, as well as on her as a volunteer. She requested the
Board's continued support of the program.
Ms. Lorae Ponder, representing Housing Opportunities Made
Equal (HOME), stated HOME works to ensure that every citizen
has access to safe, decent housing to meet their needs. She
provided details of the services offered by HOME and thanked
the Board for its continued support.
Ms. Mildred Bell, representing Meals on Wheels, stated the
organization delivered more than 21,000 meals to homebound
neighbors in Chesterfield County last year. She thanked the
Board for last year's support and for the recommended funding
of $18,000 for this year. She also thanked the Board for the
CDBG recommendation of $100,000 that will allow the
organization to move forward with construction of its Central
Kitchen facility in the Appomattox Industrial Park. She
stated the facility will allow an additional 77,000 meals to
be produced annually without additional operating costs.
Mr. Marvin Waldrop, a resident of Sherbourne Road, expressed
concerns relative to deteriorating septic systems on
properties on the north side of Sherbourne Road. He stated
the Bensley Civic Association's application for CDBG funding
for the Sherbourne Road sewer project was not recommended for
funding. He further stated time is of the essence for the
Sherbourne Road property owners and requested that CDBG
funding be redistributed so that this project can begin.
Mr. Vince Burgess thanked the Board for its financial support
of Camp Baker. He stated, since the facility has been
upgraded, additional programs have been added and traffic has
increased tremendously. He further stated the $100,000
funding request will provide for major road improvements at
the camp.
Mr. Howard Warren, representing the Triple Nickel, requested
the Board's support of the Jesse J. Mayes Computer Learning
Center's request for the after-school tutorial program for
students from Matoaca Middle School. He stated the program
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has been very successful, and the funding will allow services
to be provided to additional students.
Mrs. Humphrey stated the County Administrator is recommending
some funding for the after-school tutorial program, in
addition to a potential private donor. She further stated
the program has made a difference in the SOL scores at both
Matoaca Middle and Ettrick Elementary Schools. She stated
Mr. Stith will contact the organization to discuss funding of
the program's computer needs.
Mr. George Beadles expressed concerns relative to the ratio
of citizens who speak to the $2 million CDBG budget as
opposed to those who speak to the $900 million-plus biennial
financial plan. He stated if funding is provided for all the
failing septic tanks in the county, the Board will never be
able to reduce the tax rate.
There being no one else to address the issue, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this issue will be considered at the regularly
scheduled Board meeting on April 13, 2005.)
15.I. TO CONSIDER THE FY2006 PROPOSED BIENNIAL FINANCIA?.
PLAN
Ms. Dickson stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing to consider the FY2006 proposed Biennial
Financial Plan.
Mr. Barber called for public comment.
Ms. Karen Stanley, Director of CARITAS, Chesterfield's
primary shelter for individuals in a housing crisis, stated
CARITAS provided 38,000 nights of shelter and 114,000 meals
last year to 1,510 different men, women and children. She
thanked the Board for its past, current and future support.
Ms. Courtney Lewis, Chesterfield County Coordinator for
Resources for Independent Living, stated the agency provides
services to people with physical and sensory disabilities.
Ms. Joan Thompson stated many doors have been opened for her
through Resources for Independent Living. She requested the
Board's support of the organization.
Mr. Jack Coombs, an eight-year-old student at Enon Elementary
School, stated Resources for Independent Living has assisted
his family in getting medical equipment that their insurance
does not cover. He requested the Board's continued support
of the organization.
Mr. Bob Herndon encouraged the Board to develop a
comprehensive tax policy limiting increases in real estate
taxes as well as looking at other taxes. He also encouraged
the Board to eliminate the local personal property tax decal.
Mr. John Addison, representing Midlothian Youth Soccer
League, provided details of increased participation in the
program at the Hensley Road Soccer Complex. He requested the
Board's support of additional soccer fields and an extensive
parking area at the complex..
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Mr. Jeff Swanson, President of Midlothian Youth Soccer
League, stated the partnership has served over 1,400 children
in the fall and spring. He expressed concerns relative to
traffic issues at the Hensley Road Soccer Complex and
requested that the Board provide $250,000 to complete the
parking area at the complex and increase the enjoyment level
of the families participating in Midlothian Youth Soccer.
Mr. Allan Brown, representing the Shepherd's Center, stated
the organization provides free transportation to senior
citizens for grocery shopping and doctor's appointments,
which is vital to their independence. He further stated the
organization also provides minor home repairs to senior
citizens. He stated the organization is making a difference
in the quality of life of older adults and requested the
Board's support of the funding request of the Shepherd's
Center.
Ms. Cheryl Fox, a visually handicapped Chester resident
stated Access Chesterfield has tremendously helped her to get
to the places she needs to
In response to Mr. Barber's question, Ms. Fox stated although
the LINK was a God-send for her, it was difficult to cross
Route 10 to access the LINK because of her visual handicap.
She further stated Access Chesterfield is much better than
the LINK because the vehicle comes right to her door and
takes her exactly where she needs to go. She stated Access
Chesterfield has given her a lot more of her freedom back.
Mr. Joey Rouch stated the LINK meant a lot to him, but he
understood why the service was discontinued. He further
stated he enjoys Access Chesterfield because it allows him to
go places the LINK did not. He stated he hopes the Board
will continue to support Access Chesterfield.
Mr. King stated it was not easy for the Board to eliminate
the LINK, and he is very glad to hear that Access
Chesterfield is a success and that is serving the people it
was meant to serve.
Ms. Dede Foerster, representing the Senior
Richmond, thanked the Board for its past support.
Center of
Mr. Frank Langelotti stated activities at the Senior Center
are beneficial for his body, mind and spirit. He further
stated he has made dozens of new friends at the center. He
requested that the Board fully fund the Senior Center's
request.
Ms. Diane Lovel stated she had to move to Chesterfield
following the death of her husband. She further stated she
had no friends after moving here until she started going to
the Senior Center. She stated the Senior Center has changed
her life, indicating that it is a great place to go, have fun
and forget about your health problems.
Ms. Cheryl Reinecki, a Midlothian District resident, stated
she lost her health, job, independence and eventually her
friends after being diagnosed with a terminal illness 14
years ago. She further stated she joined the Senior Center
three years ago and it has literally saved her life by
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providing renewed self-esteem and friendships that have given
her life new purpose. She requested full funding of the
Senior Center so that the programs can continue.
Ms. Edith Smith stated the Senior Center provides the warmth
of friendship as seniors walk together through aging. She
further stated the activities at the Senior Center provide
enjoyment, as well as serve the mental and physical health
needs of senior citizens. She requested that the Board
provide full funding of the Senior Center's request,
indicating that she believes it should be considered number
one at a budget public hearing where priorities are cited.
Ms. Foerster stated members of the Senior Center are valuable
citizens of Chesterfield County as well as valuable
resources. She urged the Board to support the Senior
Center's $50,000 funding request to maintain services.
Ms. Heidi Fauntini, Parent Liaison for the Chesterfield
Infant Program, stated her daughter was diagnosed with a
terminal neurological disorder at the age of ten months. She
further stated that, thanks to early intervention services,
she is now crawling like a speed demon and eating like there
is no tomorrow. She stressed that receiving services during
a critical time of development provides special needs
children with a greater possibility of becoming a functioning
part of the community. She expressed concerns relative to
waiting lists for developmental services and requested the
Board's support of the Infant Program.
Reverend Clarence Martin stated he is the parent of a nine-
year-old child with autism, and the Chesterfield Infant
Program provided hope for his family. He stated, because of
the foundation laid by the Early Infant Program, his daughter
now talks and communicates very well. He further stated no
priority can be greater than making the family unit stronger
and healthier. He stated the county will suffer without the
Board's support of the Infant Program, which provides a great
service to the county. He requested the Board's support of
this special funding request.
Ms. Clara King, representing Families First, provided details
of the program, which provides family support services to
first-time at-risk parents. She expressed concerns that, due
to limited resources, only 43 of the 76 eligible families
received services through the program last year. She
stressed the importance of early intervention as a cost
effective approach to addressing problems. She requested the
Board's support for two additional family support workers to
keep up with the program's growing demand for services.
Ms. Shannon Jones, a participant of the Families First
Program, stated she strongly believes first-time parents
benefit greatly from the services of this program. She
further stated she has learned how to understand her child's
development, as well as how to bond with her child. She
stated she supports additional funding of the Families First
Program to provide services for more people like herself.
Ms. Ginell Ampey stated the change in the county's population
and diverse ethnic composition has brought about a greater
need for health professionals and health related resources.
She stressed the importance of making residents aware of
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various health issues and stated she supports the creation
and funding of a health educator position for the Health
Department. She provided details of many important benefits
that could be provided by a health educator.
Ms. Susan Stuller and Ms. Beverly Perdue-Jennings,
representing the Arts and Cultural Funding Consortium, stated
the consortium supports the operating costs of over 32 large
and small arts organizations and museums in the area. They
further stated over 350,000 county citizens and 33,000
schoolchildren attended free and ticketed performances,
events and exhibitions last year. They expressed concerns
relative to growth in programs and demands for the
consortium's resources, and requested that the Board go
beyond the 2001 funding level and provide $100,000 for the
consortium.
Ms. Karen Cameron, Executive Director of the Central Virginia
Health Planning Agency (CVHPA), stated the agency facilitates
cost-effective and high-quality health services for 27
communities through planning and collaborative efforts. She
provided details of the activities and services provided by
CVHPA. She thanked the Board for its past support and
requested that the Board's support of $10,000 to assist the
agency with its services.
Mrs. Humphrey inquired whether the Central Virginia Health
Planning Agency could play a role in assisting with the
Chesterfield Infant Program.
Ms. Cameron stated her agency has not specifically addressed
this issue, but is willing to work with Mr. Braunstein to
provide assistance.
Ms. Kathy Geranious, representing Friends of the Library,
stated the organization has been a strong advocate and
supporter of the library system for 35 years. She requested
the Board's support of additional professional Library staff
to meet the demands of an increasing volume of customers.
Ms. Judy Gill, a recently retired Health Education
Supervisor, stated statistics emphasize the need for
increased education relative to chronic diseases. She
further stated she supports the Health Department's request
for a Health Educator position to expand the department's
capability to secure grant funds for program interventions
and to more effectively plan and implement successful health
education initiatives.
Ms. Von Tisdale, Executive Director of Ride Finders, provided
details of quality of life benefits the community receives as
a result of the organization's services. She requested the
Board's continued financial support of Ride Finders so that
its effective services and programs can continue.
Mr. Ted Balsamo, representing the A. M. Davis and Reams
Athletic Associations, stated last year the Board approved
funding through the CIP to address some of the necessary
improvements at the Providence Middle School athletic
facility, and also suggested that the organization apply for
Community Development Block Grant funding to address the
remaining needs. He further stated organization submitted a
CDRG request this year, but was not recommended for funding_
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He provided details of substandard amenities at Providence
Middle School and requested the Board's support of additional
funding to complete the upgrading of the athletic facility.
Mr. Rudy Brown stated he believes any request for funding to
serve the youth of the community is an initiative that should
be provided great support.
Discussion ensued relative to funding requests made by the A.
M. Davis and Reams Athletic Associations.
Mrs. Humphrey expressed concerns that several of the older
athletic facilities across the county have no restroom or
concession facilities.
In response to Mr. Barber's question, Ms. Dickson stated
staff is working on funding details for a possible change to
the Capital Improvement Program to provide restroom/
concession facilities at older athletic facilities throughout
the county.
Mr. Ramsey noted that the possible change to the CIP referred
to by Ms. Dickson is based on a request from an individual
Board member.
Mr. Jim Tripodi, accompanied by his father Carmen Tripodi,
expressed support of the funding request of the Shepherd's
Center. He thanked the Board for its foresight and attention
to the needs of the county's senior citizens. He stated his
father is unable to drive, and the volunteers of the
Shepherd's Center have been extremely courteous and always
available to meet his father's needs. He noted the
Shepherd's Center provides a supplement to the Access
Chesterfield program.
Mr. Carmen Tripodi requested that the Board support funding
for the Shepherd's Center.
Mr. Diamond Spatcher, accompanied by Ms. Wanda Waters,
clients at the dual treatment track program, stated the
program has helped turn around his life, as well as the lives
of many other clients. He requested that the Board continue
to extend its generosity and its concern for others like him
and Ms. Waters by supporting this much-needed program.
Mr. Hammer stated the federal grant to operate a dual
treatment track program was intended to help clients with a
record of mental illness as well as a drug addiction issue.
He further stated the grant expires in March 2006, and the
speakers are addressing the future of the program after that
date. He stated the program costs approximately $120,000 per
quarter to operate.
Mr. Mike Hairfield, Jr. stated he is enrolled in the dual
treatment track program. He further stated the program,
which is very intensive helped him to see the error of his
ways. He stated he would appreciate the Board's continued
funding of the program so that others can take advantage of
Mr. Todd Beaujon thanked the Board for creating the dual
treatment track program. He stated, although he is a rookie
in the program, he has been sober from both drugs and alcohol
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for 60 days now for the first time in over six years.
requested that the Board continue funding the program.
He
Mr. Gary Davis, representing Central Chesterfield Little
League (CCLL), thanked the Board for providing new fields at
Harry G. Daniel Park at Ironbridge. He stated the league has
invested approximately $100,000 of its own funds in the
facility over the past seven years. He requested the Board's
consideration of minimal funding for various needs at the
facility, including dugout covers; perimeter fencing; power
and lighting of batting cages; and repair of a shading
canopy. He also requested, on behalf of all the baseball
leagues in the county, that the Board set aside additional
funding to turn the lights on a couple of weeks earlier in
the season for practicing.
Mrs. Humphrey requested that Mr. Davis send her a letter
itemizing the needs of the Central Chesterfield Little
League.
Mr. George Beadles stated he supports an increase in the
transient occupancy tax, indicating that the revenue could be
used to address needs at county athletic facilities without
increasing the taxes of county citizens. He further stated
the citizens want increased services but do not want
increased taxes, and it is up to the Board to balance these
needs.
Mr. Brad Powell, Executive Director of Swift Creek Sports
Club, thanked the Board for its support of the organization's
field hockey and lacrosse programs. He requested continued
funding for Parks and Recreation to maintain the athletic
fields used by the club. He suggested that the athletic
field at the old Matoaca High School be upgraded for use by
field hockey and lacrosse teams in the southern portion of
the county.
There being no one else to address the issue, the public
hearing was closed.
(It is noted this issued will be considered at the regularly
scheduled Board meeting on April 13, 2005.)
16. ADJOURNmeNT
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Warren, the
Board adjourned at 10:32 p.m. until April 13, 2005 at 3:30
p.m.
Ayes: Barber, King, Humphrey, Miller and Warren.
Nays: None.
Lan~ ~. Ramsey /
County Administrator
Edward B. Barber
Chairman
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