04-14-99 MinutesBOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
April 14, 1999
Supervisors in Attendance:
Mr. Arthur S. Warren, Vice Chrm.
Mr. Edward B. Barber
Mrs. Renny Bush Humphrey
Mr. J. L. McHale, III
Supervisor Absent:
Mr. Harry G. Daniel, Chairman
Mr. Lane B. Ramsey
County Administrator
Staff in Attendance:
Mr. Carey Adams,
Chief Deputy Treasurer
Colonel Carl R. Baker,
Police Department
Dr. William Bosher, Jr.
Supt., School Board
Ms Jana Carter, Dir.,
Youth Services
Ms Marilyn Cole, Asst.
County Administrator
Mr N. E. Carmichael,
Commissioner of Revenue
Ms Nancy Carter Crump,
Dir., Museum
Ms Rebecca Dickson, Dir.,
Budget and Management
Mr William D. Dupler,
Building Official
Ms Lisa Elko,
Acting Clerk
Chief Stephen A. Elswick,
Fire Department
Mr. Michael Golden, Dir.,
Parks and Recreation
Mr. Bradford S. Hammer,
Deputy Co. Admin.,
Human Services
Mr Russell Harris,
County Ombudsman
Mr Thomas E. Jacobson,
Dir., Planning
Mr Donald Kappel, Dir.,
Public Affairs
Mr Louis Lassiter, Dir.,
Internal Audit
Mr R. John McCracken,
Dir., Transportation
Mr Richard M. McElfish,
Dir., Env. Engineering
Mr Gary R. McLaren, Dir.,
Economic Development
Mr Steven L. Micas,
County Attorney
Mr Francis Pitaro, Dir.,
General Services
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Mr. James J. L. Stegmaier,
Deputy Co. Admin.,
Management Services
Mr. M. D. Stith, Jr.,
Deputy Co. Admin.,
Community Development
Mr. Thomas A. Taylor, Dir.
Block Grant Office
Mr. Warren called the regularly scheduled meeting to order at
3:40 p.m.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.A. MARC~ 15, 1999 (CHESTERFIELD COUNTY COUNCIL OF
PTAS/PTSAS)
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved the minutes of March 15, 1999, as submitted.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
1.B. MARCH 24, 1999
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved the minutes of March 24, 1999, as submitted.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
2. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS
Mr. Ramsey introduced Mr. Pete Mann and Mr. Russell Harris,
Chairman and Co-Chairman of the 250th Anniversary Oversight
Committee. Mr. Harris introduced Mr. Mike Steen and Ms. Nancy
Carter Crump, members of the Committee, who presented the Board
members and Mr. Ramsey with a framed copy of the calendar of
activities planned for the 250th Anniversary Celebration.
Mr. Mann expressed appreciation to the Board for its support of
the 250th Anniversary Celebration.
Mr. Ramsey acknowledged the display of the Award for Continuing
Excellence (ACE Award) presented to the County earlier today by
the U.S. Senate Productivity and Quality Award Program. He
stated that the County is the first local government in the
State to win the ACE Award and expressed appreciation to the
Board for its continued support of the quality effort in the
County.
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Mr. Warren expressed appreciation for the efforts of all County
employees towards promoting quality.
3. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mr. Barber expressed appreciation to Dr. Ernest Johnson,
Chairman of the Community Services Board, who was the guest
speaker at his constituents' meeting on April 12, 1999.
Mr. McHale presented a visual display of photographs of Park
Lee Apartments and of the new Winchester Green Project which is
replacing Park Lee and stated that this is an opportunity for
the County to lead the nation in providing mixed use, decent
affordable housing for people of modest means. He further
stated that Mr. Jacobson and other members of his staff will be
guest speakers at his constituents' meeting on April 19, 1999.
Mrs. Humphrey stated that she held a constituents' meeting on
April 13, 1999 relative to the County's budget. She further
stated that she will hold a constituents' meeting on April 19,
1999 for the Beechwood Forest Community relative to changes in
the site planning process and stated that she will hold
constituents' meetings on April 21, 1999 and April 22, 1999
relative to the 360 Transportation Plan and public safety
issues in the Route 360 community.
Mr. Warren stated that he will be attending a special program
sponsored by the American Cancer Society on May 14 and 15, 1999
at James River High School.
REOUESTS TO POSTPONE ACTION, ADDITIONS, OR CHANGES IN THE
ORDER OF PRESENTATION
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
deleted Item 5.B., Resolution Recognizing E. I. DuPont De
Nemours and Company, Incorporated for Their Continued Financial
Support of the Annual Winter Lecture Series; replaced Item
8.D.14., Authorization to Execute Supplemental Agreements and
Appropriation of Funds for Secondary Road Highway Projects, and
Set a Public Hearing Date for Appropriation of Funds for the
Centre Street Project; added Item 8.D.26., Adoption of
Resolution Recognizing the 100th Birthday of Mr. Irby H. Brown;
added Item 8.D.27., Authorization to Aid John Patrick and Tom
Loughran in the Acquisition of Right of Way for Hollymeade
Subdivision; added Item 8.D.28., Adoption of Resolution
Requesting the Virginia Department of Transportation to
Restrict Through Truck Traffic on Centralia Road; added Item
8.D.29., Transfer of Funds and Authorization of Change Orders
for the Route 60/Charter Colony Parkway Widening Project; moved
Item 10.A., Report From the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Task Force
to follow Item 14Eo, Resolution Recognizing Boy Scouts Upon
Attaining Rank of Eagle Scout; moved Item 16.C., Public Hearing
to Consider the Route 288 Corridor Plan and Related Zoning
Ordinance Amendments to follow Item 10.A., Report From the Drug
and Alcohol Abuse Task Force and, adopted the Agenda, as
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amended.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
5. RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
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RECOGNIZING MR. GARY MCLAREN, DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENT
OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY
Mr. Stith introduced Mr. Gary McLaren who was present to accept
the resolution.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. Gary R. McLaren has faithfully served
Chesterfield County as Director of Economic Development from
1988 to 1999 and will leave his position with a significant
list of accomplishments behind him; and
WHEREAS, Mr. McLaren, during his eleven years of service,
has developed a strong and nationally recognized program that
is regarded by both peers and consultants as one of the top
Economic Development organizations in the country; and his
leadership has provided for the creation of more than 9,000 new
jobs and investments of nearly $1 billion in Chesterfield
County during his tenure, allowing Chesterfield County to
consistently rank in the top ten communities in the
Commonwealth of Virginia for new jobs and investment; and
WHEREAS, Mr. McLaren recognized the importance of
Chesterfield County's existing companies and instituted a
successful Existing Industry Program that received a NACO
Achievement Award in 1996; and, in working with other Community
Development departments, has been extremely instrumental in
initiating infrastructure improvements and in rezoning of
property for Meadowville Technology Park, positioning
Chesterfield County for significant future development; and
WHEREAS, Mr. McLaren's work with other State and County
agencies provided for creation of a successful Enterprise Zone
Program that has enabled Chesterfield County to attract and
retain a number of growing industries; and
WHEREAS, Mr. McLaren has been actively involved with
career development efforts at local and regional levels by
participating in the Chesterfield County Career Development
Advisory Committee and Workforce One; and
WHEREAS, Mr. McLaren's contribution to the Route 288
Comprehensive Plan and open communication with the development
community has helped to preserve future economic growth
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opportunities in this flourishing area of Chesterfield County;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. McLaren has worked to bring further
recognition to Chesterfield County throughout the economic
development community by serving as past-President of the
Virginia Economic Developers Association and as State Delegate
for the Southern Economic Development Council; and
WHEREAS, Mr. McLaren's dedication to providing quality
service has fostered respect and cooperation from the business
community, Chesterfield residents, and government officials,
allowing for support of his vision for creating opportunities
for the long-term economic vitality of Chesterfield County.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors publicly recognizes the outstanding
contributions of Mr. Gary R. McLaren and extends, on behalf of
its members and the citizens of Chesterfield County, their
appreciation for his service and dedication to improving the
quality of life for Chesterfield residents, and wish him well
in his new position.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mr. McLaren and that this resolution
be permanently recorded among the papers of this Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mr. Warren, accompanied by Mrs. Humphrey and Mr. Ramsey,
presented the executed resolution to Mr. McLaren, accompanied
by members of his staff, expressed appreciation for his
leadership and contributions towards promoting economic
development in the County, and wished him well in his new
position with the State.
Mr. Ramsey expressed appreciation to Mr. McLaren for building
the County's reputation in economic development during his
tenure and wished him success in his new endeavor.
Mrs. Humphrey expressed appreciation to Mr. McLaren for the
guidance he has provided Board members and stated that the
Economic Development Department played a major role in the
County's receipt of the ACE Award.
Mr. Barber expressed appreciation to Mr. McLaren for his
insight which has been a tremendous aid in zoning case
deliberations.
Mr. McHale congratulated Mr. McLaren on his many
accomplishments as Director of the County's Department of
Economic Development and wished him well in his new position.
Mr. McLaren expressed appreciation to the Board for its support
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during his tenure with the County and to his staff for their
expertise and stated that he feels good about the County's
future economic development opportunities.
6. WORK SESSIONS
O FY2000 PROPOSED BUDGET
Ms. Dickson presented an overview of the County Administrator's
Recommended Changes to the FY2000 Proposed Budget in the
General Fund including $29,100 additional funding to the Health
Department as a result of the State approved merit increases;
$11,500 additional funding to Parks and Recreation for
operation of new facilities as a result of additional input
from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission; $15,000
additional funding to Parks Recreation for restroom rental;
$15,800 in Compensation Board Adjustments for Constitutional
Offices; $73,300 Increased Per Diem Payments in the Sheriff's
Office; six new positions, pending Compensation Board approval,
in the Sheriff's Office at a net cost of $49,200; $23,800 in
additional Compensation Board revenue for the Treasurer's
Office; $24,900 increase in Transfer to Comp/Grants for Merit
Calculation; $16,600 reduction in Transfer to Schools in State
Sales Tax as a result of revised revenue projections; and
elimination of Internal Service Funds to Schools and transfer
to Schools Operating Funds. She reviewed Miscellaneous Changes
in Departments and stated that there is a reduction of $67,500
in revenue and a reduction of $43,200 in expenditures. She
stated that the County Administrator is recommending an
increase in Community Contracts for the Virginia State
University track replacement and a corresponding decrease in
the Fire Department in replacement apparatus to allow for the
use of Community Development Block Grant funds. She continued
to present County Administrator recommendations including an
increase of $198,400 in both revenue and expenditures for debt
service for budgeting of issuance costs for Bond sales
anticipated next year in the General Fund; an additional grant
funded position for the Henricus Foundation; $250,000
additional revenue in local sales tax, cable TV and cell
phones; $90,200 increase in Employee Benefits; and additional
revenue of $8,900 in the Group Home. She noted that additional
Compensation Board revenue is anticipated to offset the
Sheriff's Department's recommended changes. She reviewed Board
recommended changes to the FY2000 Proposed Budget including the
$54,500 Sheriff's Work Force Unit; $55,000 balance needed for
Sheriff's Weapons; $15,000 in additional operating funds in the
Commonwealth's Attorney's Office; one additional Case Manager
for Mental Health/Mental Retardation/Substance Abuse; $5,000
donation to Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN); $4,000 donation to the
Chesterfield Metro Youth Football League; and a $10,000
donation to the Richmond Ballet. She reviewed recommended
actions by Board members relating to BPOL including a study of
the BPOL tax; convening a Study Commission and returning in
sixty to ninety days to the Board with a recommendation; a
study of the County's tax structure as a whole; and rate
reductions in selected categories for business licenses. She
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stated that the rate reduction proposal would reduce the
January, 2000 rates by about ten percent in the personal and
business services and commission merchant categories from 36
cents to 32 cents and in the professional services category
from 58 cents to 52 cents. She further stated that the
proposed changes expect to result in a reduction in BPOL
revenue which, when coupled with growth, are projected to yield
the same amount of BPOL revenue in 2000 as is expected in 1999.
There was brief discussion relative to the anticipated overall
percentage of net reduction in total revenue due to rate
reductions for business licenses.
Ms. Dickson reviewed new positions recommended by the County
Administrator including six deputies for the Sheriff's
Department (pending Compensation Board approval); one Sheriff's
Deputy for the Workforce Unit; one SMI Case Manager in Mental
Health; one Educator/Museum Programs Coordinator; and one grant
funded Community Supervision Coordinator. She stated that the
County Administrator is recommending the reclassification of
$10,319,000 from Personal Property Tax in FY99 to a State
budgeted revenue in FY99 to reflect Governor Gilmore's Personal
Property Tax Relief Act. She reviewed the Budget and Audit
Committee's recommendation to combine the accounts for District
Improvement Funds while still maintaining the application and
procedural processes in place for use of the funds. She then
reviewed Non-General Fund Changes including increase in the
Grants Fund for merit calculations; elimination of the internal
service funds for Storeroom and Postal Services and
consolidation into the School Operating Fund; and changes in
the School Operating Funds including additional State revenue;
reduction in State Sales Tax; transfer from General Fund for
Post Office and Warehouse; additional Federal Revenue for
Grants; local revenue related to the Warehouse and Post Office
operations; and changes in operating expenditures including
reduction in debt service. She reviewed changes in the Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) and stated that the County
Administrator is recommending the award of the bid alternate
for the range floor at the Enon Public Safety Project for the
current year in order to guarantee pricing. She reviewed the
Board's recommended changes to the Capital Improvements Program
for Relocating Baseball Fields from Goyne Park to Ecoff
Elementary; Fair Grounds Master Plan/Paving and Drainage; and
Preliminary Design Funding of the Meadowdale Library. She
stated that the source of funds for the Board recommended
changes would be the Reserve for Capital Improvement Projects
in the 2000 CIP. She reviewed recommended changes in the
School CIP including Specialty Centers at three high schools
and stated that all of the recommended changes in the School
CIP have offsetting revenue. She reviewed the County
Administrator's Recommendations for Funding from FY99 Results
of Operations-Surplus (Pending Audit Results) including
$285,300 in the Police Department for five percent increase in
sworn personnel and funding of $185,500 for vehicles; $215,000
in Parks and Recreation for older park facilities
renovations/replacement; $65,000 in capital maintenance
equipment replacement in Parks and Recreation; and $135,000 for
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Library Books. She then reviewed items recommended for the
Fire Department if the EMS Revenue Recovery is implemented
including $295,600 for a five percent increase for Uniform
Officers; $212,400 for staffing at Enon/Rivers Bend; and
$169,900 for staffing at Forest View Volunteer Rescue Squad.
She stated that, if EMS Revenue Recovery is not implemented, an
alternate source must be identified for funding the
recommendations. She further stated that staff will hold a
final work session on the County Administrator's recommended
financial plans on April 28, 1999.
There was brief discussion relative to use of cash proffers in
school districts.
Mrs. Humphrey stated that three schools now have $1 million as
a result of the County's cash proffer policy.
7. DEFERRED ITEMS
There were no deferred items at this time.
8. NEW BUSINESS
8.A. BUDGET ITEMS
8.A.1.
TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH AN ANNUAL TAX
LEVY ON VARIOUS CLASSES OF REAL ESTATE AND PERSONAL
PROPERTY FOR T~E COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD
Ms. Dickson stated that the Board held a public hearing on
March 24, 1999 regarding adoption of an ordinance to establish
an annual tax levy on various classes of real estate and
personal property for the County of Chesterfield. She further
stated that the tax levies on all existing classes of property
are recommended to remain constant.
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. McHale, the Board
adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO ESTABLISH THE ANNUAL TAX LEVY
ON VARIOUS CLASSES OF PROPERTY FOR THE
COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of the County
of Chesterfield that for the year beginning on the first day of
January, 1999, and ending on the thirty-first day of December,
1999, the taxes on property in all the Magisterial Districts of
the County of Chesterfield shall be as follows:
Sec. 1. Real Property and Mobile Homes.
On tracts of land, lots or improvements thereon and on
mobile homes the tax shall be $1.08 on every $100 of assessed
value thereof.
Sec. 2. Personal Property
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(a) On automobiles, trailers, boats, boat trailers, other
motor vehicles and on all tangible personal property used or
held in connection with any mining, manufacturing or other
business, trade, occupation or profession, including
furnishings, furniture and appliances in rental units, the tax
shall be $3.60 on every $100 of the assessed value thereof.
(b) On aircraft as defined by Section 58.1-3503 and -3506
of the Code of Virqinia, 1950, as amended, the tax shall be
$.50 on every $100 of the assessed value thereof.
(c) On motor vehicles owned or leased by members of
volunteer rescue squads, volunteer fire departments, volunteer
police chaplains and by auxiliary police officers as provided
in Section 8-13.3, Code of the County of Chesterfield, 1978, as
amended, the tax shall be $.96 on every $100 of the assessed
value thereof.
(d) On wild or exotic animals as defined by Section
58.1-3506 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, the tax
shall be $0.01 on every $100 of the assessed value thereof.
(e) On motor vehicles which use clean special fuels as
defined in Section 58.1-2101 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended, the tax shall be $3.24 on every $t00 of the assessed
value thereof.
(f) On motor vehicles, trailers, and semitrailers with a
gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds or more used to transport
property for hire by a motor carrier engaged in interstate
commerce, the tax shall be $.96 on every $100 of the assessed
value thereof.
Sec. 3. Public Service Corporation Property.
(a) On that portion of real estate and tangible personal
property of public service corporations which has been
equalized as provided in Section 58.1-2604 of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended, the tax shall be $1.08 on every
$100 of the assessed value thereof determined by the State
Corporation Commission.
(b) The foregoing subsections to the contrary
notwithstanding, on automobiles and trucks belonging to such
public service corporations the tax shall be $3.60 on every
$100 of assessed value thereof.
Sec. 4. Machinery and Tools.
On machinery and tools used in a manufacturing or mining
business the tax shall be $1.00 on every $100 assessed value
thereof.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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8.A.2.
TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF
COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD, 1997, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING
AND RE-ENACTING SECTION 6-4 RELATING TO LICENSE FEES
Ms. Dickson stated that the Board held a public hearing on
March 24, 1999 regarding license fee changes mandated by the
State.
Mr. Ramsey stated that the proposed ordinance change will
impact and reduce the fee for the majority of County
businesses. He further stated that the proposed change is not
related to the issue that several Board members have addressed
relative to a cap on business license fees.
On motion of Mr. Barber, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE COUNTY
OF CHESTERFIELD, 1997, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING AND RE-
ENACTING SECTION 6-4 RELATING TO LICENSE FEES
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
(1) That Section 6-4 of
Chesterfield, 1997, as amended,
read as follows:
the Code of the County of
is amended and re-enacted to
Sec. 6-4. License fees.
Every person engaged in a business which is licensable pursuant
to this chapter shall pay an annual fee if the total gross
receipts, or gross purchases in the case of wholesale
merchants, from all activities of the business are $10,000.00
or more, but less than $100,000.00, during the base year. An
annual license fee shall be paid for each definite place of
business provided that the business shall not pay more than a
single license fee per place of business regardless of the
number of licenses the business must obtain. The annual fee
shall be calculated as follows:
Gross Receipts
of Business
Fee
$10,000.00--$24,999.99
$ 25.00
$25,000.00--$99,999.99
50.00
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(2) That this ordinance shall become effective January 1,
2000.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mr. Barber stated that early indications received from the
Business Council and others were for the elimination of the
business license fee. He further stated that more recently
discussions have revolved around a cap on the BPOL tax as a
first step to elimination. He stated that he feels the County
needs to prepare a business plan for addressing reduction of
taxes. He recommended that Board members meet with the
business community before July 1, 1999 in an effort to develop
an outcome acceptable to both the business community and the
Board.
Mr. Warren stated that any change the Board might adopt
relative to the BPOL tax would not be implemented until January
1, 2000 and that budgeting issues would need to be addressed to
allow for a revenue reduction due to a cap on the BPOL tax.
Mr. McHale stated that, according to Ms. Dickson's budget
presentation, the necessary funding has been set aside to take
action on the BPOL tax. He stated that he supports Mr.
Barber's suggestion to take a comprehensive look at the BPOL
tax and other taxes over which the Board has control. He
further stated that he feels strongly that real estate property
taxes need to be reduced in a measured way over time. He
stated that the County needs to have a clear business plan to
provide for tax relief where it is most needed.
There was brief discussion relative to the composition of an
advisory committee to make a recommendation regarding BPOL tax
reduction.
Mr. Barber stated that he feels there are portions of the BPOL
tax that are oppressive to small businesses and to people who
work out of their home. He further stated that he feels the
advisory committee should be comprised of people who work in
different business categories and people from area business
groups.
Mr. Warren stated that he has two persons appointed by the
Business Council who communicate with him on a regular basis.
He further stated that Senator Steve Martin meets with a
business group on a regular basis and that, when he raised
questions at one of Senator Martin's meetings, all but two of
the members present indicated that they would like to see a cap
on the BPOL tax and no one indicated that they would like to
see a reduction in real estate taxes in lieu of a cap on the
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BPOL tax. He suggested that the Board members solidify their
positions regarding a study on the BPOL tax before the adoption
of the budget at the April 28, 1999 meeting.
Mr. Barber concurred with Mr. Warren's suggestion that the
Board members address a plan to study the BPOL tax at the April
28, 1999 meeting.
8.B. APPOINTMENTS
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
suspended its rules at this time to allow simultaneous
nomination/reappointment of a member to serve on the John Tyler
Community College Local Board.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
O JOHN TYLER COMMUNITY COLLEGE LOCAL BOARD
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. McHale, the Board
simultaneously nominated/reappointed Mr. John Grohusky,
representing the County at-large, to serve on the John Tyler
Community College Local Board, whose term is effective July 1,
1999 and will expire June 30, 2003.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mr. Barber suggested that the Board's procedure for nominating
and appointing at different meetings may need to be changed so
that the Board does not have to suspend the rules to allow for
simultaneous nomination/reappointment at each meeting when
appointments are made.
Mr. Warren requested that Mr. Barber's suggestion be reviewed
to determine if there is any legal or practical reason for
nominating at one meeting and appointing at the next.
8.C. STREETLIGHT INSTALLATION COST APPROVALS
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. McHale, the Board
approved the following streetlight installation cost approvals:
Bermuda District
* Chester Road and Old Lane
Cost to install light: $262.00
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Dale District
* Daleshire Drive, in the cul-de-sac, Meadowdale Subdivision
* Claudehart Road, in the cul-de-sac, Meadowdale Subdivision
Cost to install both lights: $6,993.00
Matoaca District
* Foxhunt Trail, vicinity of 5737/5742,
McCormick Woods Subdivision
Cost to install light: $1,467.00
* Foxhunt Trail, vicinity of 5700/5701, in the cul-de-sac,
McCormick Woods Subdivision
Cost to install light: $508.00
* Beach Road and Buckhorn Drive, Deerwood Subdivision
Cost to install light: $50.16
And, further, the Board deferred the following streetlight
installation cost approvals until April 28, 1999:
* Deer Run Drive and Back Rub Drive, Deer Run Subdivision
Cost to install light: $2,914.07
* Deer Run Drive and Key Deer Drive, Deer Run Subdivision
Cost to install light: $2,764.51
(It is noted that three streetlight installation requests were
administrative approved in the Bermuda District; three in the
Clover Hill District; and three in the Dale District. It is
further noted that a copy of the administratively approved
streetlights are filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D, CONSENT ITEMS
8.D.1. REQUESTS FOR PERMISSION
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FROM B. K. KATHERMAN TO INSTALL A SEWER LINE WITHIN
THE N, WOOLRIDGE ROAD EXTENDED RIGHT OF WAY
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved a request from B. K. Katherman to install a sewer line
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within the North Woolridge Road Extended right of way, subject
to the execution of a license agreement.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.l.b
FROM BELL ATLANTIC-VIRGINIA, INCORPORATED TO
INSTALL UNDERGROUND CABLE ON COUNTY PROPERTY
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved a request from Bell Atlantic-Virginia, Incorporated to
install underground cable on County property across Airfield
Drive, subject to the execution of a license agreement. <It is
noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this
Board.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.l.c. FROM THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE TO INSTALL
CURB AND GUTTER WITHIN A SIXTEEN FOOT WATER EASEMENT
On motion of Mr. McHate, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved a request from the United States Postal Service to
install curb and gutter within a sixteen foot water easement,
subject to the execution of a license agreement. (It is noted
a copy of the vicinity sketch is filed with the papers of this
Board.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.2. AWARD OF CONTRACT TO SOUTHWOOD BUILDERS FOR AN
ALTERNATE BID ITEM FOR THE PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING
CENTER AT ENON
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
awarded a contract to Southwood Builders, in the amount of
$59,454, for an alternate bid item for a Concrete Range Floor
at the Public Safety Training Center at Enon and transferred
$65,000 from the Reserve for Capital Improvement Projects to
the Enon Project.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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8 .D.3.
ADOPTION OF. RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL 18-24, 1999
AS "VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK" IN C~ESTERFIELD
COUNTY
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, volunteers contribute significantly to the
quality of life in Chesterfield County, in the Commonwealth,
and in the Nation; and
WHEREAS, volunteering is recognized as an integral part of
government and industry in contributing to the achievements
that enhance our Nation; and
WHEREAS, volunteers enrich our cultural diversity with
their backgrounds, experiences and talents; and
WHEREAS, volunteering relies on the energy and wisdom of
younger and older generations for complete success; and
WHEREAS, volunteering has become a partner with education
to further develop students' personal and professional goals;
and
WHEREAS, volunteers are community leaders in showing a
genuine self-sacrificing spirit that benefits countless
individuals; and
WHEREAS, volunteers enable us to meet and often exceed the
strategic goals of the organization, thereby increasing the
quality service provided to citizens; and
WHEREAS, volunteering provides a positive direction for
youths, allowing them to reach their full potential while
assisting others.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that, in conjunction with
National Volunteer Week, the Chesterfield County Board of
Supervisors hereby recognizes April 18-24, 1999 as "Volunteer
Appreciation Week" in Chesterfield County and urges all
citizens to honor volunteers for their contributions to the
County.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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8.D.4. ACCEPTANCE OF PARCELS OF LAND
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ALONG THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF TURNER ROAD
FROM SEIBERT PROPERTIES, INCORPORATED, A
VIRGINIA CORPORATION
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
accepted, on behalf of the County, the conveyance of a parcel
of land containing 0.046 acres along the east right of way Line
of Turner Road (State Route 650) from Seibert Properties,
Incorporated, a Virginia corporation, and authorized the County
Administrator to execute the necessary deed. (It is noted a
copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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ALONG THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CHESTER ROAD
AND THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CENTRALIA
ROAD FROM C AND G ASSOCIATES, L.L.C.
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
accepted, on behalf of the County, the conveyance of three
parcels of land containing a total of 0.068 acres along the
east right of way line of Chester Road (State Route 144) and
the south right of way line of Centralia Road (State Route 717)
from C and G Associates, L.L.C., and authorized the County
Administrator to execute the necessary deed. (It is noted a
copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.4.c. ALONG THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF PETERSBURG
STREET FROM JEAN A. OLIVER
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
accepted, on behalf of the County, the conveyance of a parcel
of land containing 0.012 acres along the south right of way
line of Petersburg Street (State Route 1522) from Jean A.
Oliver, and authorized the County Administrator to execute the
necessary deed.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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8.D.5.
APPROPRIATION OF SCHOOL BOARD GRANT FUNDS FOR
THE BENSLEY COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL REFORM DEMONSTRATION
PROGRAM GRANT
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
appropriated $50,000 of Federal Title I funds to the
Instruction appropriation category in the School Grants Fund
for the Bensley Comprehensive School Reform Demonstration
Program Grant.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.6. APPROVAL TO INITIATE AN APPLICATION TO AMEND ZONING
CASE 80A0162 ON THE COURTHOUSE WATER TANK
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
initiated an application to amend Zoning Case 80A0162 for the
Courthouse Water Tank property and appointed John Harmon,
County Right of Way Manager, as the Board's agent for the
application.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.7. AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT TO THE
DESIGN COLLABORATIVE FOR THE DESIGN OF THE NEW LAPRADE
BRANCH LIBRARY
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute a Supplemental
Agreement, in the amount of $21,900, for the design of the new
LaPrade Branch Library. (It is noted that contingency funds
are available in the project to cover this change order.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.8. APPROVAL OF STREET NAME CHANGE
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved the renaming of a portion of Genito Road to Genito
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Lane. (It is noted a copy of the vicinity sketch is filed with
the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.9. APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER FOR THE JUVENILE AND DOMESTIC
RELATIONS COURTS FACILITY
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved a change order to the construction contract with
Kenbridge Construction Company, in the amount of $93,892, for
additional undercut and backfill at the Juvenile and Domestic
Relations Court Facility. (It is noted that contingency funds
are available in the project to cover this change order.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.10.
AUTHORIZATION TO AID RUDOLPH, INCORPORATED IN THE
ACQUISITION OF RIGHT OF WAY FOR JESSUP MEADOWS
SUBDIVISION
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the Right of Way Staff to aid Rudolph, Incorporated
in the acquisition of right of way from Edmund B. Webster, Jr.
for improvements to Jessup Road to serve the Jessup Meadows
Subdivision, subject to the execution of a contract agreeing to
pay all acquisition costs.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D 11. AUTHORIZATION FOR ALLTEL TO APPLY FOR SUBSTANTIAL
ACCORD AND A CONDITIONAL USE AND VARIANCES FOR
HEIGHT AND SETBACKS OR A CONDITIONAL USE PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT WITH HEIGHT AND SETBACK EXCEPTIONS FOR
COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNA TO BE INSTALLED ON THE
CHESTER WATER TANK
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized Alltel to apply for substantial accord and a
conditional use and variances for height and setbacks or a
conditional use planned development with height and setback
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exceptions for a communications antenna to be installed on the
Chester Water Tank.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.12.
APPROVAL TO USE UTILITY INDUCEMENT FUNDS TO
EXTEND WASTEWATER LINES TO ASHTON CREEK BUSINESS
CENTER PROPERTY
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved the use of Utility Inducement Funds, not to exceed
$35,000, to extend wastewater lines to serve industrial
property east of Ruffin Mill Road and north of Port Walthall
Drive, and waived the requirement that the County's share of
the total cost not exceed seventy-five percent.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8 .D.13.
AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS WIT~ THE
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND
APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR ENF~kNCEMENT PROJECTS
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to enter into Virginia
Department of Transportation (VDOT)/County Enhancement
Agreements, acceptable to the County Attorney, for the
Enhancement Projects endorsed by the Board; appropriated
$59,000 in anticipated VDOT reimbursements and $15,000 in
contributions from the Midlothian Village Coalition for the
Route 60 Midlothian Sidewalks/Landscaping Phase II Project;
appropriated $100,000 in anticipated VDOT reimbursements for
the Halloway Avenue Sidewalk Project; and appropriated $211,200
in anticipated VDOT reimbursements for the Walton Park Sidewalk
Project.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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8.D.14. AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS AND
APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR SECONDARY ROAD HIGHWAY
PROJECTS, AND SET A PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR
APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR THE CENTRE STREET PROJECT
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute Virginia
Department of Transportation (VDOT)/County supplemental
agreements for the Old Hundred Road Shoulders, Salem Church
Road Reconstruction, Coalboro Road Paving, Smoketree Drive
Sidewalk, Gordon School Road Sidewalk, Lindberg Drive Rural
Addition, and Centre Street Reconstruction Projects; authorized
the County Administrator to execute future supplements, if
required, to the VDOT/County blanket agreement; appropriated
anticipated VDOT supplemental reimbursements for the Old
Hundred Road Shoulders ($130,000), Coatboro Road Paving
($70,000), and Gordon School Road Sidewalk ($250,000) Projects;
and set the date of April 28, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. for a public
hearing to consider the appropriation of $610,000 in
anticipated VDOT reimbursements for the Center Street Project.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.15.
AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT AND
APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR THE CHESTER ROAD/
KINGSDALE ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
appropriated $110,000 in anticipated Virginia Department of
Transportation (VDOT) reimbursements for the design of the
Chester Road/Kingsdale Road Improvement Project and authorized
the County Administrator to execute the necessary VDOT/County
design agreement, acceptable to the County Attorney. (It is
noted a copy of the vicinity sketch is filed with the papers of
this Board.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.16.
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO APPLY FOR
A FEDERAL GRANT TO TARGET AGGRESSIVE DRIVERS,
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE AND SPEEDING OFFENDERS
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the Police Department to apply for a Federal U.S.
Department of Transportation Highway Safety 402 Funds/Federal
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Grant to provide funding for selective Driving Under the
Influence, speeding and aggressive driving enforcement;
purchase of two custom radar units; and appropriate up to
$20,000 with a fifty percent in-kind match of $20,000 when
approved.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8 .D.17.
AUTHORIZATION FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO APPLY FOR
A U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE GRANT FOR "TROOPS TO
COPS 99"
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the Police Department to apply for a U.S. Department
of Justice "Troops to COPS 99" Grant which will provide
reimbursement for hiring honorably discharged military veterans
under the COPS Office Universal Hiring Program on or after
October 1, 1997.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8 .D.18.
APPROVAL OF UTILITY CONTRACT FOR ROLLING HILLS,
SECTION D
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved the following Utility Contract for Rolling Hills,
Section D - Contract Number 97-0032, which includes 2,065 L.F.
± of twelve inch oversized water lines and 1,959 L.F. ± of
offsite water improvements:
Developer: Luther Caudle
Contractor: Bookman Construction Company
Contract Amount: Estimated Total - $179,038.00
Total Estimated County Cost:
Water Oversizing $19,244.50
Water Offsite $20,965.75
Estimated Developer Cost $160,156.00
Code: (Refund thru connections - oversizing) 5B-572VO-E4C
(Refund thru connections - offsite) 5B-572VO-E4D
District: Dale
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(It is noted a copy of the vicinity sketch is filed with the
papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.19.
AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A FISCAL AGENT AGREEMRNT
WITH THE GREATER RICHMOND CONVENTION CENTER
AUTHORITY
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to enter into a Fiscal
Agent Agreement with the Greater Richmond Convention Center
Authority.
(It is noted a copy of the agreement is filed with the papers
of this Board.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.20. TRANSFER OF STREETLIGHT FUNDS
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FROM MIDLOTHIAN DISTRICT FOR PURCHASING A PHONE
MASTER SYSTEM FOR MIDLOT~IAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
transferred $3,200 from the Midlothian District Streetlight
Fund to the School Board for purchasing a Phone Master System
for Midlothian Middle School.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.20 .b.
FROM MATOACA DISTRICT FOR INSTALLING AN
UNDERGROUND IRRIGATION SYSTEM FOR THE ATHLETIC
COMPLEX AT GRANGE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
transferred $2,000 from the Matoaca District Streetlight Fund
to the Parks and Recreation Department for the installation of
an underground irrigation system at the County's athletic
complex at Grange Hall Elementary School.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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8 .D.21.
APPROVAL OF C~L~NGE ORDER WITH RCC CONSULTANTS,
INCORPORATED FOR INTEGRATION OF CONSOLE FURNITURE AT
THE NEW EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS CENTER
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved a change order, in the amount of $23,000, to the
contract with RCC Consultants, Incorporated for services to be
performed in association with the integration of communications
console furniture at the New Emergency Communications Center.
(It is noted that project contingency funds are available for
this change order.)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8,D.22.
AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR
IRON BRIDGE PARK PHASE IV AND TRANSFER OF FUlqDS
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute a construction
contract, in the amount of $1,549,111, with Richard L. Crowder
Construction for construction of a new baseball complex and
additions to the softball complex at Iron Bridge Park and
transferred $207,000 in FY99 Park Improvement and
Baseball/Softball Field Improvement Project funds and up to
$122,000 in FY2000 Bond funds from various athletic lighting
capital project accounts to the Iron Bridge Park Capital
Project Account.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8 .D.23.
APPROVAL OF FIRE MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT BETWEEN
CHESTERFIELD AND HENRICO COUNTIES FOR EMERGENCY
SERVICES
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to enter into a Fire Mutual
Aid Agreement between Chesterfield and Henrico Counties for
fire suppression, hazardous materials response and related
emergency services.
Ayes: Warren, Humphrey, Barber, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8 .D.25.
REQUEST FOR MUSIC/ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL PERMIT FROM
VIRGINIA BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved a request for a music/entertainment festival permit to
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the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation for a series of outdoor
music concerts for the purpose of fund raising to be held at
the Rivers Bend Center on Wednesday evenings starting at 5:30
p.m. beginning May 5, 1999 and ending July 7, 1999, subject to
appropriate conditions imposed by staff.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.26. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE 100TH
BIRTHDAY OF MR. IRBY H. BROWN
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Irby H. Brown was born in Bon Air on April 23,
1899; and accordingly will mark his centennial on April 23,
1999; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Brown completed high school in Chester and
attended Randolph-Macon College until drafted for military
service; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Brown later attended the Virginia Mechanics
Institute and became an ecologist and environmentalist; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Brown worked
Agriculture for many years; and
for the Department of
WHEREAS, with his wife, Ethel Bland, Mr. Brown established
the Brown Family Farm on Elkhardt Road; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Brown has two sons, six grandchildren and ten
great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Brown loaned his talents to the Farmers Club,
the Ruritan Club, the Manchester Volunteer Fire Department, the
Chesterfield Historical Society and the Manchester Community
Center.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the significant
contributions of Mr. Irby H. Brown to our County, wishes him a
happy 100th birthday, and is proud to have him as a resident of
Chesterfield County.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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8.D.27.
AUTHORIZATION TO AID JOHN PATRICK AND TOM LOUGHRAN
IN THE ACQUISITION OF RIGHT OF WAY FOR HOLLYMEADE
SUBDIVISION
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
authorized the Right of Way staff to aid Mr. John Patrick and
Mr. Tom Loughran in the acquisition of right of way from Mr.
Bernard E. and Ms. Lucille C. Bixler and Mr. Donald L. and Ms.
Laura L. Davis, subject to the execution of a contract agreeing
to pay all acquisition costs.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8 .D.28.
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE VIRGINIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO RESTRICT THROUGH
TRUCK TRAFFIC ON CENTRALIA ROAD
After brief discussion, on motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by
Mr. Barber, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Centralia Road (Route 145) is a primary road in
the state highway system; and
WHEREAS, Centralia Road carries over 11,000 vehicles per
day, has no shoulders, no turn lanes and has poor vertical and
horizontal alignment; and
WHEREAS, Centralia
residential area; and
Road passes through a primarily
WHEREAS, the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors has
no statutory authority to restrict through truck traffic on
primary roads; and
WHEREAS, in 1993, Chesterfield County requested the
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to restrict
through truck traffic on Centralia Road (Route 145) from Route
10 to Chester Road (Route 144); and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County also requested trucking
industries to voluntarily reroute their trucks and no longer
use Centralia Road; and
WHEREAS, VDOT advised Chesterfield County that the
"minimal" volume of trucks on Centralia Road did not pose a
safety problem; and
WHEREAS, in 1993, VDOT did a study of the Centralia Road
corridor and made recommendations for numerous improvements;
and
WHEREAS, VDOT has not funded these improvements; and
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WHEREAS, accidents involving heavy trucks continue to
occur on Centralia Road; and
WHEREAS, these accidents have resulted in the tragic loss
of life; and
WHEREAS, acceptable, safer alternate routes such as Route
10, Route 288, and Chester Road exist for the through truck
traffic.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors again requests VDOT to restrict
through truck traffic on Centralia Road from Route 10 to
Chester Road.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this
resolution be forwarded to the Chesterfield legislative
delegation with a request for their support in restricting the
through truck traffic on Centralia Road.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
8.D.29. TRANSFER OF FUNDS AND AUTHORIZATION FOR CHANGE ORDERS
FOR THE ROUTE 60/CHARTER COLONY WIDENING PROJECT
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
transferred $98,588 from the General Road Improvement Account
to the Route 60/Charter Colony Parkway intersection improvement
account and authorized the County Administrator to execute the
unsuitable material change orders for the project up to
$100,000.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
The following Consent Item was pulled for discussion:
8.D.24. AUTHORIZATION FOR GREATER RICHMOND TRANSIT COMPANY
BUS STOPS ON FOREST HILL AVENUE
Mr. Barber stated that the Board has always honored past
requests from Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) when
County taxpayers' funds would not be at risk with any bus
extension and the Board was in agreement with the purpose for
the extension or use of the bus line. He referenced several
past requests from GRTC that have been honored by the Board and
stated that he feels there was a misunderstanding regarding the
outcome of GRTC's recent request to extend bus service beyond
Huguenot High School and that GRTC's intention has been made
more clear now.
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Mr. Barber then made a motion, seconded by Mr. McHale, for the
Board to adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) has
requested permission to have bus stops for the 70 Forest Hill
Route as follows:
INBOUND STOPS
Forest Hill Avenue at Choctaw Road
Forest Hill Avenue at Anwell Drive
8133 Forest Hill Avenue
OUTBOUND STOPS
Forest Hill Avenue at Professional Road
Forest Hill Avenue at Anwell Drive
Forest Hill Avenue at McRae Road
Forest Hill Avenue at Choctaw Road
WHEREAS, GRTC has informed the County that they will
provide the service, including paratransit service meeting
Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, at no cost to the
County.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors grants GRTC the authority to stop
at the above referenced locations.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
9. BEARINGS OF CITIZENS ON UNSCHEDULED MATTERS OR CLAIMS
There were no hearings of citizens on unscheduled matters or
claims at this time.
10. REPORTS
10.B. DEVELOPER WATER AND SEWER CONTRACTS
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
approved a Report on Developer Water and Sewer Contracts.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
10 .C.
THE STATUS OF GENERAL FUND BALANCE, RESERVE FOR FUTURE
CAPITAL PROJECTS, DISTRICTS ROAD AND STREET LIGHT
FUNDS, AND LEASE PURC~IASES
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
approved a status report on the General Fund Balance; Reserve
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for Future Capital Projects; District Road and Street Light
Funds; and Lease Purchases.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
11. DINNER
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
recessed to the Administration Building, Room 502, for dinner.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Reconvening:
12. INVOCATION
Reverend John D. Conwell, Jr., Pastor of Zion Chester A.M.E.
Zion Church, gave the invocation.
13. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF
AMERICA
Eagle Scouts Jeffrey Mullin and Patrick Coleburn led the pledge
of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.
14. RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
14.B. RECOGNIZING APRIL 17-23, 1999 AS "NATIONAL LATIN WEEK"
Mr. Kappel introduced Ms. Jane Baskerville, Instructional
Specialist, and Ms. Donna Dollings, James River High School
Latin teacher.
Ms. Baskerville stated that ten percent of the eighth through
twelfth grade foreign language students in the State's public
schools are students of Latin and that more than sixteen
percent of the County's high school students are enrolled in
Latin. She further stated that, last year, L. C. Bird High
School was determined to have the largest public school Latin
enrollment in the State, and possibly in the nation. She then
introduced Latin teachers and students, representing the Latin
Clubs from various County middle and high schools, who were
present to receive the resolutions.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
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WHEREAS, modern society owes much of its language, system
of laws and culture to the ancient Greek and Roman societies;
and
WHEREAS, the study of Latin and the classics promotes
personal discipline and imbues students with a knowledge of the
roots of American society; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County has 1,447 Latin students, the
majority of whom are members of the National Junior Classical
League; and
WHEREAS, the National Junior Classical League observes the
period April 17-23, 1999 as "National Latin Week"; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors recognizes the
importance of studying and promoting Latin and the classics as
a means of understanding the foundations of our contemporary
world.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors hereby publicly recognizes the week
of April 17-23, 1999 as "National Latin Week" in Chesterfield
County.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mrs. Humphrey presented the executed resolutions to one member
from each Latin Club represented, and acknowledged the value of
Latin as a foreign language.
14 .A.
RECOGNIZING MR. ADRIAN AUSTIN ON HIS VARIOUS
ACHIEVEMENTS
Mr. Kappel introduced Mr. Austin, who was present to receive
the resolution.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. Adrian Austin is a senior at Matoaca High
School; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Austin has achieved a 4.21 grade point
average; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Austin has won the Region I Western Sectional
title for wrestling; the Region I crown and the State Group AA
title in the 135 pound class; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Austin compiled a record of 10 wins and no
losses in the 135 pound weight class; a 40 wins and no losses
record overall this year; and a 102 wins, 8 losses record
during his four years at Matoaca High School; and
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WHEREAS, Mr. Austin is both a National Achievement
Scholarship and a Footaction USA Scholarship finalist; made
honor roll all four years; and takes advanced-placement
calculus, history and literature; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Austin coaches a youth wrestling team for
Matoaca; and
WHEREAS, such a well-rounded student and athlete
personifies the admirable traits of hard work and persistence
and is an example for others to emulate.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors hereby publicly recognizes Mr.
Adrian Austin and commends him on his superior accomplishments,
is proud to have him as a Chesterfield County resident and
extends its best wishes for his continued academic and athletic
Success.
A_ND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mr. Austin and that this resolution
be permanently recorded among the papers of this Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mrs. Humphrey presented the executed resolution to Mr. Austin,
accompanied by his wrestling coaches, Mr. Ken Mullins and Mr.
James Cox, and Mr. James Ballard, Principal of Matoaca High
School, congratulated him on his awards and accomplishments,
and wished him well in his academic and athletic career.
Mr. Austin expressed appreciation to the Board for the
recognition and also to his parents and coaches for their
support.
14 .C.
RECOGNIZING L. C. BIRD, CLOVER HILL, JAMES RIVER,
MANCHESTER, MATOACA, MEADOW-BROOK, MIDLOTHIAN, MONACAN,
THOMAS DALE AND THE GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL FOR PROVIDING
DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE POST-PROM PARTIES
Mr. Kappel introduced Mr. John Foege, of L. C. Bird; Dr. James
Dyk, Clover Hill; Mr. John Titus; James River; Ms. Patricia
Lancaster, Manchester; Mr. James Ballard, Matoaca; Mr. Sterling
Hawkins, Meadowbrook; Mr. Ed Witthoefft, Midlothian; Mrs.
Debbie Hinton, Monacan; Mrs. Betty Batlard, Thomas Dale; and
Ms. Linda Seymour, Governor's School, who were present to
accept the resolutions.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
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WHEREAS, the two highest risk nights for teens are prom
and graduat±on, with some parents seeming to condone parties
where alcohol and drugs are available; and
WHEREAS, students need an alternative to drugs and alcohol
to which they can and will say "YES"; and
WHEREAS, in 1998, over 350 schools and communities in
Virginia participated in Operation Prom/Graduation's alcohol
and drug-free parties for students; and
WHEREAS, many parents of Juniors and Seniors at L. C.
Bird; Clover Hill; James River; Manchester; Matoaca;
Meadowbrook; Midlothian; Monacan; Thomas Dale High and the
Governor's Schools, with financial support from the local and
surrounding business community, are working to provide
alternative Uno alcohol or drugs" parties following the Clover
Hill Prom on April 17; Matoaca on April 24; Thomas Dale and
Meadowbrook on May 7; Monacan and Midlothian on May 1; James
River, Manchester and Governor's School on May 8; and L. C.
Bird on May 15; and
WHEREAS, communities all over Virginia are reaching in
many ways to their young people with love and concern,
encouraging them to "Celebrate Life".
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors publicly declares the weekends of
April 17-18; April 24-25; May 1-2; May 7-9; and May 15-16 as
"Drug and Alcohol-Free Among the Teen and Adult Population of
Chesterfield County."
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that adults be encouraged to
provide a positive, no alcohol and drugs example for our youth,
particularly at the high risk times of prom and graduation, in
an effort that we not only change lives, but save them.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mr. McHale presented the executed resolutions to Mr. Foege, Dr.
Dyk, Mr. Titus, Ms. Lancaster, Mr. Ballard, Mr. Hawkins, Mr.
Witthoefft, Mrs. Hinton, Mrs. Ballard and Ms. Seymour,
expressed appreciation to them for providing drug and alcohol-
free post-prom parties, and acknowledged the importance of drug
and alcohol-free parties.
Ms. Seymour, representing Governor's School, expressed
appreciation, on behalf of all of the schools, for the Board's
recognition and support of the drug and alcohol-free post-prom
parties.
Mr. Ramsey again acknowledged the display of the ACE Award for
citizens who were not present during the afternoon session.
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14 .D.
RECOGNIZING APRIL 18-24, 1999 AS "PROFESSIONAL
SECRETARIES WEEK"
Ms. Cindy Taylor, Employee Relations Administrator, introduced
Ms. Bonnie Bowles, Ms. Debra Ferguson, Ms. Sally Farrell, Ms.
Angie Wilderman, and Ms. Corinne Kirkland, representatives of
various chapters of the International Association of
Administrative Professionals, who were present to receive the
resolution.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the importance of professional secretaries to
American public and private organizations has been recognized
by the designation of April 18-24, 1999 as "Professional
Secretaries Week"; and
WHEREAS, secretaries and administrative specialists have
increased their contributions in recent years by mastering
computer software and taking on management duties; and
WHEREAS, persons who serve Chesterfield County in these
job classifications must meet high standards of performance
through a combination of effective interpersonal abilities and
technical clerical skills, responsive and courteous service to
citizens and fellow employees, and knowledge and application of
numerous County and departmental policies and procedures; and
WHEREAS, the Administration wishes to express its
appreciation to all County secretaries for their dedication to
excellence in public service and for their contributions to the
County team.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors hereby recognizes the week of April
18-24, 1999 as "Professional Secretaries Week" and April 21,
1999 as "Professional Secretaries Day" throughout Chesterfield
County.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the citizens of
Chesterfield County are invited to join with the Association of
Administrative Professionals, originator and sponsor of the
Week and Day, as they acknowledge the vital contributions of
secretaries in offices everywhere.
Ayes: Warren, Humphrey, Barber, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mr. Barber presented the executed resolutions to Ms. Bowles and
expressed appreciation to all County secretaries for their
dedication and contributions to the County.
Ms. Bowles expressed appreciation to the Board for the
recognition of administrative professionals.
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14 .E.
RECOGNIZING BOY SCOUTS UPON ATTAINING RANK OF EAGLE
SCOUT
14.E.1. PATRICK KEITH COLEBURN, TROOP 876
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was incorporated by Mr.
William D. Boyce on February 8, 1910; and
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was founded to promote
citizenship training, personal development, and fitness of
individuals; and
WHEREAS, after earning at least twenty-one merit badges in
a wide variety of fields, 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. Patrick Keith Coleburn, Troop 876, sponsored
by Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, has accomplished those
high standards of commitment and has reached the long-sought
goal of Eagle Scout which is received by less than two percent
of those individuals entering the Scouting movement; and
WHEREAS, growing through his experiences in Scouting,
learning the lessons of responsible citizenship, and priding
himself on the great accomplishments of his Country, Patrick is
indeed 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 hereby extends its congratulations
to Mr. Patrick Keith Coleburn and acknowledges the good fortune
of the County to have such an outstanding young man as one of
its citizens.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mr. Barber presented the executed resolution and patch to Mr.
Coleburn, accompanied by members of his family, congratulated
him on his outstanding achievements, and wished him well in his
future endeavors.
Mr. Coleburn expressed appreciation to the Board for the
recognition and also to his parents, scoutmasters and others
who supported him with his Eagle Scout project.
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14.E.2. JEFFREY SCOTT MULLIN, TROOP 897
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was incorporated by Mr.
William D. Boyce on February 8, 1910; and
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was founded to promote
citizenship training, personal development, and fitness of
individuals; and
WHEREAS, after earning at least twenty-one merit badges in
a wide variety of fields, 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. Jeffrey Scott Mullin, Troop 897, sponsored by
Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church, has accomplished those
high standards of commitment and has reached the long-sought
goal of Eagle Scout which is received by less than two percent
of those individuals entering the Scouting movement; and
WHEREAS, growing through his experiences in Scouting,
learning the lessons of responsible citizenship, and priding
himself on the great accomplishments of his Country, Jeffrey is
indeed 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 hereby extends its congratulations
to Mr. Jeffrey Scott Mullin and acknowledges the good fortune
of the County to have such an outstanding young man as one of
its citizens.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mr. Barber presented the executed resolution and patch to Mr.
Mullin, accompanied by members of his family, congratulated him
on his outstanding achievements, and wished him well in his
future endeavors.
Mr. Mullin expressed appreciation
scoutmasters for their support.
to his parents and
14.E.3. ROBERT ULYSSES WENTZ, IV, VENTURE CREW 806
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was incorporated by Mr.
William D. Boyce on February 8, 1910; and
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WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America was founded to promote
citizenship training, personal development, and fitness of
individuals; and
WHEREAS, after earning at least twenty-one merit badges in
a wide variety of fields, 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. Robert Ulysses Wentz, IV, Venture Crew 806,
sponsored by Woodlake United Methodist Church, has accomplished
those high standards of commitment and has reached the long-
sought goal of Eagle Scout which is received by less than two
percent of those individuals entering the Scouting movement;
and
WHEREAS, growing through his experiences in Scouting,
learning the lessons of responsible citizenship, and priding
himself on the great accomplishments of his Country, Robert is
indeed 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 hereby extends its congratulations
to Mr. Robert Ulysses Wentz, IV and acknowledges the good
fortune of the County to have such an outstanding young man as
one of its citizens.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mrs. Humphrey presented the executed resolution and patch to
Mr. Wentz, accompanied by members of his family, congratulated
him on his outstanding achievements, and wished him well in his
future endeavors.
Mr. Wentz explained the concept of a Venture Crew and expressed
appreciation to the Board for the recognition and also to his
parents and scoutmasters for their support.
10.A. REPORT FROM THE DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE TASK FORC~
Mr. Jim Holland, Chairman of the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Task
Force, recognized two members of the Task Force present at the
meeting. He presented an overview of the organizational
structure of the Substance Abuse Free Environment (SAFE) and
stated that its mission is to create a substance abuse free
environment in the County and its goal is to change permissive
community attitudes about the use and/or abuse of alcohol and
other drugs by youth and adults. He highlighted four current
initiatives of SAFE including the Use/You Lose Campaign;
Comprehensive Youth Substance Abuse Plan; Middle School
Initiative; and the Parent Alert Project. He expressed
appreciation to the Board and the Department of Youth Services
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for support of the initiatives of the Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Task Force and SAFE.
Mrs. Humphrey suggested that Mr. Holland distribute information
relative to the efforts of the Task Force and SAFE through
individual community groups.
16 .C.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ROUTE 288 CORRIDOR PLAN
AND RELATED ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS
Mr. Jacobson stated that this date and time has been advertised
for a public hearing to consider The Route 288 Corridor Plan
and related Zoning Ordinance Amendments. He stated that the
Plan will guide the development along the Route 288 Corridor in
Northwestern Chesterfield County. He further stated that there
will be three new interchanges on the circumferential freeway
which will create opportunities to provide sites accessible
within Central Virginia and the region beyond. He stated that
the Plan concentrates on providing property that is properly
situated for appropriate economic development uses as well as
other land use transition and proper development consistent
with the land use and environmental characteristics of the
property. He further stated that approximately 2,600 acres
have been designated for light to medium-intensity industrial,
office and other employment uses as the major recommendation of
the Plan. He stated that, because part of the area drains into
the Swift Creek Reservoir, there was a significant effort to
study land use changes and that the Plan recommends and
promotes ongoing efforts to protect the water quality in the
upper Swift Creek Reservoir and its tributary streams. He
further stated that the Plan also proposes the establishment of
a design district, similar to the design district at the
Courthouse area, in the vicinity of Hallsborough Tavern and
Bethel Baptist Church. He presented highlights of the land
use plan for the Route 288 Corridor and stated that the Plan
provides for additional retail development at the northwest
quadrant of Route 60 and 288, if it is a regional scale high-
fashion mall or lifestyle center. He stated that the Planning
Commission's controversy was relative to the extensiveness of
the concept of the regional scale high-fashion mall or
lifestyle center. He further stated that the Plan includes two
proposed ordinances which implement the fundamental concepts of
the Plan; one proposing additional design standards; and the
second providing that new development utilize public water and
sewer. He stated that the Planning Commission recommended
approval of The Route 288 Corridor Plan by a vote of 3-1 with
one abstention over the issue of the note for additional retail
use. He further stated that the design standards ordinance has
been recommended by unanimous vote of the Planning Commission
and the water and sewer hook-up ordinance was recommended by a
4-0 vote with one abstention.
Mr. John Guzak, representing the Walton Park Homeowners
Association, expressed concerns relative to replicating and,
therefore, jeopardizing other malls within the County.
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Ms. Alice Clark, Chairman of the Chesterfield Business Council,
commended the Planning Commission for its efforts towards
development of The Route 288 Corridor Plan and stated that the
Business Council supports the Plan as submitted by the Planning
Commission including the regional BMPs.
Mr. Robert Herndon, a resident of the Midlothian District,
stated that he is opposed to a mall of any type at the
interchange of Route 288 and Midlothian Turnpike.
Mr. Jay Lafler, General Manager of Cloverleaf Mall, and
Chairman of the Government Affairs Committee of the
Chesterfield Business Council, expressed concerns relative to
the scope and size of the proposed project and stated that he
fears that tenants will leave Chesterfield Towne Center to go
to a new Regional Mall. He further stated that a lifestyle
center as defined by the International Council of Shopping
Centers, is more compatible with the existing retail in the
County.
Mr. Mark Long, General Manager of Chesterfield Towne Center,
expressed concerns relative to replication of retail
establishments along Midlothian Turnpike and stated that he
supports a lifestyle center or similar development which would
accentuate existing retail.
Ms. Lela Martin, representing residents of Salisbury
Subdivision, expressed concerns relative to the size and scope
of the proposed retail development and stated that she strongly
supports Appendix C as presented by Mr. William Shewmake,
Midlothian District representative to the Planning Commission.
Ms. Amy Satterfield, representing the Salisbury Homeowners
Association, stated that she feels a regional mall would be
detrimental to the Village of Midlothian and that the
Homeowners Association supports Mr. Shewmake's Appendix.
Ms. Laurie Newill, Vice President of the Brandermill Community
Association, expressed appreciation for the efforts of the
staff and Planning Commission towards the development of The
Route 288 Corridor Plan. She expressed concerns relative to
the environmental impact of the Plan. She referenced Ms. Mary
Kramer's Model and stated that it is based on a minimum lot
size of one-half acre, which does not include any roads, and
is, therefore, a net density. She stated that, in reality, the
Upper Swift Creek Plan stipulates an average gross density,
which includes roads, of 2.2 dwelling units per acre. She
further stated that the lot size currently in effect is .38
acre versus the .5 acre lot size used in Ms. Kramer's model for
the impact of The Route 288 Corridor Plan on the lake. She
expressed concerns relative to the impact on Swift Creek if the
2.2 dwelling units per acre density remains in effect and
requested a sixty-day deferral to meet with County staff to
address these concerns. She stated that the Brandermill Civic
Association would like to see the Plan move forward due to the
County's economic needs.
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Dr. Betty Hunter-Clapp expressed appreciation for past actions
of the Board relative to environmental resource protection and
requested that the Board continue its leadership by involving
citizen input at an earlier stage in the planning process.
Mr. Mike Miller, a resident of Midlothian, expressed concerns
relative to future problems due to improper zoning and
requested that restrictive language be included in The Route
288 Corridor Plan to prevent such problems.
Mr. Tom Pakurar, Co-Chairman of Hands Across the Lake,
expressed concerns relative to the impact of The Route 288
Corridor Plan on the Swift Creek Reservoir. He recognized
approximately fifty people present at the meeting wearing a
"Max-Max Badge" and noted that these people feel development
along the Route 288 Corridor will lead to maximum pollution
into the Swift Creek Reservoir and that maximum environmental
protective measures will be needed to preserve the Reservoir.
He stated that the Plan will add an additional 387 pounds of
pollution to the Reservoir and requested that the Board
consider the entire Reservoir when making its decision relative
to development around the Route 288/60 interchange. He
referenced problems that occurred during development in
Beckingham and the Brandermill Church expansion and stated that
strict measures for environmental protection need to be
detailed in the Pla~.
Mr. Peppy Jones, a resident of the Village of Midlothian,
expressed concerns relative to major retail being built west of
the Village; the need for widening Route 60 to six lanes by
Virginia Department of Transportation, should such retail
occur; and the possible loss of historic sites due to expansion
of Route 60.
Ms. Terry Sheets, Community Manager of Woodlake, expressed
concerns relative to the statistics provided by Ms. Newell and
stated that she supports Ms. Newell's request for a sixty day
deferral.
There was brief discussion relative to the requested sixty day
deferral being specifically for issues relating to the area of
the Upper Swift Creek Watershed South of Route 60.
Ms. Marie Watson expressed
enterprise.
concerns relative to free
Mr. John Kramer, President of the Walton Park Civic Association
requested that the Board review all of the issues, particularly
Mr. Shewmake's issue, as well as the circumstances that have
already occurred to businesses along Route 60.
Ms. Jean Hughes, a member of the Watkins family and landowner
of property adjacent to the Route 288/60 interchange, stated
that she is in favor of a quality regional retail or lifestyle
center. She further stated that this is an opportunity for the
County to attract sales tax from other localities. She
expressed concerns relative to overly restrictive use and
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design standards in The Route 288 Corridor Plan. She
referenced the commercial acreage shown on the Plan for the
intersection of HugUenot Springs Road and Midlothian Turnpike
and requested that commercial development in this area remain
low-key or park-like in appearance to preserve the historic
landmarks.
Mr. Kenneth Magic, a resident of Midlothian, Director of
Planning for J. K. Timmons, and part of the Planning Team for
the Watkins Center, presented Planning Department estimates
relative to the potential for The Route 288 Corridor Plan and
stated that the Plan outlines a potential to develop an area
that is 118 percent the size of the Richmond Metropolitan
business area with a 70 percent increase in the County's labor
force. He stated that Dry Bridge Road is incapable of handling
increased traffic and that increased traffic levels would
require the widening of Route 60. He stated that the Planning
Team for the Watkins Center envisions the Watkins Center as a
lifestyle regional center, specifically addressing the needs of
shopping, employment, recreation and residential uses. He
referenced television advertisements for spending money in
Chesterfield County and stated that Watkins Center is an
opportunity for the County to become a serious challenger for
regional revenues. He requested that the Board adopt the Plan;
develop proactive zoning; and employ master planning language
that guides quality.
Mr. Chris Henderson, Vice President of Tramel Crow Company --
which assisted Watkins Land, L.L.C. in the development of a
plan of development for their land holdings, stated that he
feels The Route 288 Corridor Plan represents an appropriate
vision for the Route 288 Corridor and recommended that the
Board adopt the Plan and proceed immediately with limited
proactive rezoning as a further inducement and stimulus to
economic development in the area. He further stated that the
retail development is compatible with the objective of creating
an employment center at the interchange and is linked to the
success of the center. He introduced Ms. Cathy Shields, Vice
President of Development with Simon Property.
Ms. Shields stated that Simon Property Group is the largest
publicly traded real estate investment trust in North America
and has a reputation for being a trend setter for consistently
building the most innovative projects of the highest caliber.
She referenced several major projects developed by Simon and
stated that Simon is prepared to move forward with the zoning,
site planning and general planning for the proposed project.
She stated that Simon plans to work closely with the County to
insure that the proposed project does not replicate
Chesterfield Towne Center. She further stated that Simon's
vision for the proposed project is consistent with the long
form language referred to several times earlier in the public
hearing.
Mr. Sherwood Dance stated that his family owns 75 percent of
the historical district and that he is opposed to anything
other than what has been planned for that district. He further
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stated that the Plan will change more than the economics and
reservoir -- it will change the lives of the people who have
lived in the area for many generations.
There being no one else to address this issue, the public
hearing was closed.
Mr. Barber expressed appreciation to Ms. Sara Habeck, Senior
Planner, for her efforts towards the development of The Route
288 Corridor Plan. He stated that an employment center does
not necessarily mean strictly places of employment -- it also
includes considerable supportive commercial development. He
further stated that the County cannot continue to be a
"bedroom" community and cannot continue to strip commercial
development by replicating other establishments. He stated
that the Board needs to be cognizant of the Watkins family's
right to develop their property and also of what is best for
the County's future. He further stated that, with all of the
efforts that have been made towards the development of the
Plan, the element that remains contentious is the
appropriateness of commercial development along Midlothian
Turnpike. He stated that the Board will not vote on the Plan
tonight, at Mr. Daniel's request, due to his absence. He
further stated that, at the appropriate time, he is prepared to
advocate the adoption of Appendix C, with some additions,
including a clear definition of what a lifestyle center and an
upscale galleria-type mall can and cannot be. He stated that,
if the definitions cannot be fit into the Plan, then he
supports the staff's recommendation for an employment center
based plan. He recommended that the Board move forward on the
area of commercial development at its April 28, 1999 meeting,
but take extra time to clarify other issues such as water
quality.
Mr. Warren expressed appreciation for the efforts of the
Planning staff and the Planning Commission towards protecting,
preserving and quantifying the County's ability to preserve the
reservoir. He concurred with Mr. Barber's recommendation that
the Board take action at its April 28, 1999 meeting relative to
commercial development and then deal with the water quality
issue at a later time.
Mrs. Humphrey stated that she also concurs with Mr. Barber's
recommendation to address commercial development at the April
28, 1999 meeting. She suggested that the Board take sixty days
to reevaluate environmental issues such as a regional BMP plan
and water quality.
Mr. McHale stated that he does not want to see continuation of
retail escaping west along Midlothian Turnpike and that the
Board must address the issue of water quality. He further
stated that he supports the desire of the other Board members
to be deliberate and creative in an effort towards high quality
development.
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On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
deferred considerat'ion of The Route 288 Corridor Plan and
related Zoning Ordinance Amendments to April 28, 1999.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
Mr. Warren requested a ten minute recess.
Reconvening:
15.
REQUESTS FOR MOBILE HOME PERMITS AND REZONING PLACED ON
THE CONSENT AGENDA TO BE HEARD IN THE FOLLOWING ORDER:
- WITHDRAWALS/DEFERRALS - CASES WHERE THE APPLICANT
ACCEPTS THE RECOMMENDATION AND THERE IS NO OPPOSITION
- CASES WHERE THE APPLICANT DOES, NOT ACCEPT THE
RECOMMENDATION AND/OR THERE IS PUBLIC OPPOSITION WILL BE
HEARD AT SECTION 17
98SN0157
In Clover Hill Magisterial District, RUDOLPH CONSTRUCTION CO.
requested rezoning and amendment of zoning district map from
Agricultural (A) and Residential (R-7) to Residential (R-12) .
A single family residential subdivision with a minimum lot size
of 15,000 square feet is planned. Residential use of up to
3.63 units per acre is permitted in a Residential (R-12)
District. The applicant has agreed to limit development to a
maximum of sixteen (16) lots, yielding a density of 2.35 units
per acre. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is
appropriate for residential use of 1.51 to 4.0 units per acre.
This request lies on 6.8 acres fronting approximately 700 feet
on the west line of Clintwood Road, approximately 150 feet
north of Dumaine Drive, also located at the western terminus of
Dumaine Drive. GPIN 742-687-5026, 5864, 7824 and 7941 (Sheet
i4).
Mr. Jacobson stated that the applicant is requesting a deferral
to May 25, 1999.
Mr. John Fogg, representing the applicant, requested a deferral
to May 25, 1999.
There was no opposition to the deferral present.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. McHale, the Board
deferred Case 98SN0157 until May 25, 1999.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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99SN0166
In Dale Magisterial District, PARKER HOMES, INC. requested
rezoning and amendment of zoning district map from Agricultural
(A) to Residential (R-12) with Conditional Use Planned
Development to permit Corporate Office (0-2) uses and bulk
exceptions. A single family residential subdivision with a
minimum lot size of 12,000 square feet, together with 0-2 uses,
is planned. Residential use of up to 3.63 units per acre is
permitted in a Residential (R-12) District. The density of the
0-2 uses will be controlled by zoning conditions or Ordinance
standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is
appropriate for residential use of 1.0 to 2.5 units per acre
and mixed use corridor uses. This request lies on 3.4 acres
fronting approximately 100 feet on the east line of Iron Bridge
Road, approximately 100 feet south of Willowbranch Drive, also
fronting approximately 424 feet on Willowbranch Drive and
located southeast of the intersection of these roads. Tax ID
773-675-2157 and 4748 (Sheet 22).
Mr. Jacobson stated that the Mr. Daniel has requested a
deferral to May 25, 1999.
Mr. Winston Parker, representing the applicant, stated that the
recommendation for a deferral to May 25, 1999 is acceptable.
There was no opposition to the deferral present.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
deferred Case 99SN0166 until May 25, 1999.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
99SN0173
In Dale Magisterial District, DAVID GREGORY, TRITON PCS, INC.
AND JOHN BRENKUS, TRITON PCS, INC. requested Conditional Use
Planned Development and amendment of zoning district map to
permit a communications tower and height and setback exceptions
in Residential (R-12) and Agricultural (A) Districts. A 115
foot communications tower incorporated into an existing
Virginia Power structure is planned. The density of such
amendment will be controlled by zoning conditions or Ordinance
standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is
appropriate for residential use of 1.00 to 2.5 units per acre.
This request lies on 6.2 acres lying at the western terminus of
Jacobs Road, also located at 5251 Newbys Wood Trail. Tax ID
756-682-3138 and 6856 (Sheet 14).
Mr. Jacobson presented a summary of Case 99SN0173 and stated
that Planning Commission and staff recommend approval subject
to conditions. He noted that the proposed request conforms to
the siting criteria for towers.
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Mr. Brennan Keene, representing the applicant, stated that the
recommendation is acceptable.
There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. McHale, the Board
approved Case 99SN0173 subject to the following conditions:
The plan entitled RI-1-068C Vepco Pole at Jacobs Road,
prepared by URS Greiner and revised November 13, 1998,
shall be considered the Master Plan. (P)
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There shall be no signs permitted to identify this use.
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Prior to site plan or building permit approval, whichever
occurs first, the owner/developer shall submit
documentation as to whether FAA approval is required for
the erection of the tower. If FAA approval is required,
prior to release of a building permit, a copy of FAA
approval shall be submitted to the Planning Department.
(P)
The tower and equipment shall be designed and installed so
as not to interfere with the Chesterfield County Public
Safety Trunked System. Prior to site plan or building
permit approval, whichever occurs first, the
owner/developer shall submit information as deemed
necessary by the Chesterfield County Communications and
Electronics staff to determine if an engineering study
should be performed to analyze the possibility of radio
frequency interference with the County system, based upon
tower location and height, and upon the frequencies and
effective radiated power generated by tower-mounted
equipment. Prior to release of a building permit the
study, if required, shall be submitted to, and approved
by, the Chesterfield County Communications and Electronics
staff. (GS)
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The developer shall be responsible for correcting any
frequency problems which affect the Chesterfield County
Public Safety Trunked System caused by this use. Such
corrections shall be made immediately upon notification by
the Chesterfield County Communications and Electronics
staff. (GS)
The color and lighting system for the tower shall be as
follows:
a o
The tower shall be gray or another neutral color,
acceptable to the Planning Department.
b. The tower shall not be lighted. (P)
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Ail driveways and parking areas shall be graveled or paved
and maintained to minimize dust problems and provide ease
of ingress and egress. (P)
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Any building or mechanical equipment shall comply with
Sections 19-570 (b) and (c) and 19-595 of the Zoning
Ordinance relative to architectural treatment of building
exteriors and screening of mechanical equipment. (P)
(NOTE: This condition would require the screening of
mechanical equipment located on, or associated with, any
building from adjacent properties and public rights of
way. Screening would not be required for the tower or
tower-mounted equipment or ground-mounted equipment
cabinets.)
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At such time that the tower ceases to be used for
communications purposes for a period exceeding twelve (12)
consecutive months, the owner/developer shall dismantle
and remove the tower and all associated equipment from the
property. P)
10.
In conjunction with the approval of this request, a sixty-
five (65) foot exception to the fifty (50) foot height
limitation for communications towers in Residential (R-12)
Districts shall be granted. (P)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
99SN0131
In Bermuda Magisterial District, SAMUEL E. SMELLEYAND VIRGINIA
W. SMELLEY requested rezoning and amendment of zoning district
map from Agricultural (A) to Residential (R-12) . A single
family residential subdivision with a minimum lot size of
12,000 square feet is planned. The applicant has agreed to
limit the development to a maximum of 45 lots yielding a
density of approximately 1.96 units per acre. The
Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is appropriate for
residential use of 1.51 to 4.0 units per acre. This request
lies on 23.0 acres fronting approximately 450 feet on the west
line of Bermuda Orchard Lane, approximately 180 feet north of
Thornhill Drive. Tax ID 814-649-9831 and 815-649-4009 (Sheet
42) .
Mr. Jacobson presented a summary of Case 99SN0131 and stated
that Planning Commission and staff recommend approval and
acceptance of the proffered conditions. He noted that the
request conforms to the Eastern Area Plan Amendment.
Mr. Samuel Smelley
acceptable.
stated that the
recommendation is
There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved Case 99SN0131 and accepted the following proffered
conditions:
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Development shall be limited to a maximum of forty-five
(45) lots.
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At time of recordation of the first subdivision plat,
thirty-five (35) feet of right of way on the west side of
Bermuda Orchard Lane, measured from the centerline of that
part of Bermuda Orchard Lane immediately adjacent to the
property, shall be dedicated, free and unrestricted to,
and for the benefit of Chesterfield County.
Direct access from the property to Bermuda Orchard Lane
shall be limited to one (1) public road, located
approximately midway of the Bermuda Orchard Lane property
frontage. The exact location of this access shall be
approved by the Transportation Department.
To provide an adequate roadway system, the developer shall
be responsible for the following:
a o
Construction of additional pavement along Bermuda
Orchard Lane at the approved access to provide a
right turn lane, if warranted, based on
Transportation Department standards; and
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Dedication to Chesterfield
unrestricted any additional
easements) required for the
identified above.
County, free and
right of way (or
road improvement
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Prior to any road and drainage plan approval, a phasing
plan for the required road improvements, as identified in
Proffered Condition 4, shall be submitted to and approved
by the Transportation Department.
6. The public water and wastewater systems shall be used.
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The applicant, subdivider, or assignee(s) shall pay the
following to County of Chesterfield at the time of
building permit application for infrastructure
improvements within the service district for the property.
a o
$6,200 per dwelling unit, if paid prior to July 1,
1999, or
The amount approved by the Board of Supervisors not
to exceed $6,200 per dwelling unit adjusted upward
by any increase in the Marshall and Swift Building
Cost Index if paid after July 1, 1999.
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Minimum gross floor area of dwelling units shall be no
less than 1800 square feet.
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Exposed surface of dwelling unit foundations shall be
brick veneer.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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99SN0200
In Clover Hill Magisterial District, TRITON PCS INC. requested
Conditional Use Planned Development and amendment of zoning
district map to permit a communications tower plus height
exception. A 160 foot communications tower incorporated into
an existing water tank is planned. The density of such
amendment will be controlled by zoning conditions or Ordinance
standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is
appropriate for community mixed use. This request lies in a
Residential (R-7) District on 1.7 acres fronting approximately
150 feet on the north line of Hull Street Road, approximately
725 feet west of Deer Run Drive. Tax ID 727-673-1202 (Sheet
20) .
Mr. Jacobson presented a summary of Case 99SN0200 and stated
that Planning Commission and staff recommend approval subject
to conditions. He referenced Condition Number 9 and stated
that the applicant wishes to set a time limit of one year for
which the Planning Commission can determine the necessity for
screening the proposed antennas. He noted that the proposed
request conforms to the siting criteria for towers.
Mr. Brennan Keene, representing the applicant, stated that the
recommendation is acceptable.
There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Barber, the Board
approved Case 99SN0200 subject to the following conditions:
There shall be no signs permitted to identify this use.
(P)
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Prior to site plan or building permit approval, whichever
occurs first, the owner/developer shall submit to the
Planning and Utilities Departments documentation as to
whether FAA approval is required for the erection of the
tower. If FAA approval is required, prior to release of
a building permit, a copy of FAA approval shall be
submitted to the Planning and Utilities Departments. (P
and U)
o
The communications tower use and equipment shall be
designed and installed so as not to interfere with the
Chesterfield County Public Safety Trunked System and the
Utilities Department communications system. Prior to site
plan or building permit approval, whichever occurs first,
the owner/developer of non-County communications equipment
shall submit information as deemed necessary by the
Chesterfield County Communications and Electronics staff
and Utilities Department staff to determine if an
engineering study should be performed to analyze the
possibility of radio frequency interference with the
County systems, based upon the frequencies and effective
radiated power generated by tower-mounted equipment.
Prior to release of a building permit the study, if
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required, ~shall be submitted to, and approved by, the
Chesterfield COunty Communications and Electronics staff
and Utilities Department staff. (GS and U)
The owner/developer of non-County communications equipment
shall be responsible for correcting any frequency problems
which affect the Chesterfield County Public Safety Trunked
System and Utilities Department communications system
caused by this use. Such corrections shall be made
immediately upon notification by the Chesterfield County
Communications and Electronics staff or Utilities
Department staff. (GS and U)
The color and lighting system for the communications tower
use shall be as follows:
ao
The communications equipment (antennas, mounting
hardware, cabling, etc.) mounted on the outside of
the water tank structure shall be the same color as
the water tank.
b. The tower shall not be lighted. (P)
Ail driveways and parking areas shall be graveled or paved
and shall be maintained to minimize dust problems and
provide ease of ingress and egress. (P)
Any building or mechanical equipment shall comply with
Sections 19-570 (b) and (c) and 19-595 of the Zoning
Ordinance relative to architectural treatment of building
exteriors and screening of mechanical equipment. (P)
(NOTE: This condition would require the screening of
mechanical equipment, located on, or associated with, any
building from adjacent properties and public rights of
way. This condition would not require screening for the
tower or tower-mounted equipment or for ground-mounted
equipment cabinets.)
At such time that the communications tower use ceases to
be used for communications purposes for a period exceeding
twelve (12) consecutive months, the owner/developer of the
communications equipment shall dismantle and remove the
antennas and all associated equipment from the property.
(P)
The communications tower use shall be permitted only if it
is incorporated into the structure of the existing water
tank. Antennas shall be mounted on the safety rail of the
tank. Within one (1) week of the completion of the
installation of the antennas, the owner/developer shall
provide written notice to the Planning Department that the
installation has been completed and the date of the
completion. The antennas shall not be screened unless
within one (1) year of the date of completion of the
installation of the antennas, there is a decision by a
majority of the Planning Commission that screening is
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necessary to mitigate the visual impact of the antennas.
If there is a decision by the Planning Commission that
screening is necessary, the exact method of screening
shall be approved by the Planning Commission. Ail cabling
shall be housed in conduit or otherwise shielded from
view. (P & CPC)
10.
In conjunction with the approval of this request, a 110
foot exception to the fifty (50) foot height limitation
for communications towers in a Residential (R-7) District
shall be granted. (P)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
99SN0201
In Matoaca Magisterial District, YMCA OF GREATER RICHMOND
requested Conditional Use and amendment of zoning district map
to permit indoor and outdoor recreation use; child care use;
banquet, reception and conference use; and lodging facility use
in Residential (R-7) and Agricultural (A) Districts. The
density of such amendment will be controlled by zoning
conditions or Ordinance standards. The Comprehensive Plan
suggests the property is appropriate for residential use of
1.00 to 2.5 units per acre and Pocahontas State Park use. This
request lies on 93.0 acres known as 9300 Shawonodasee Road.
Tax ID 764-664-6163 and 766-665-1858 (Sheet 31).
Mr. Jacobson presented a summary of Case 99SN0201 and stated
that Planning Commission and staff recommends approval subject
to conditions and acceptance of one proffered condition.
Mr. Don Jones, representing the applicant, stated that the
recommendation is acceptable.
There was no opposition present.
After brief discussion, on motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by
Mr. McHale, the Board approved Case 99SN0201 subject to the
following conditions:
Except where the requirements of the underlying
Agricultural (A) and Residential (R-7) zoning are more
restrictive and except as stated herein, any new
development shall conform to the requirements of the
Zoning Ordinance for commercial uses in Emerging Growth
Areas. (P)
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This Conditional Use shall be granted to and for YMCA of
Greater Richmond only and shall not be transferrable nor
run with the land. (P)
There shall be no outside public address system for any
new facilities. (P)
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Uses shall be limited to indoor/outdoor recreational uses
such as club houses, swimming pools, tennis or other court
facilities, playfields, and associated recreational
facilities; a child care facility; banquet, reception and
conference facilities; and camping and lodging facilities.
(P)
The following setback criteria shall apply to any new
outdoor play fields, courts, swimming pools and similar
active recreational areas:
ao
Outdoor play fields, courts, swimming pools and
similar active recreational areas shall be setback a
minimum of 100 feet from adjacent properties zoned
for agricultural or residential use except from
adjacent property occupied by Pocahontas State Park
and a minimum of fifty (50) feet from any proposed
public road(s). Within these setbacks, exiting
vegetation shall be supplemented, where necessary,
with landscaping or other devices designed to
achieve the buffering standards contained in Section
19-522(a) (4) of the Zoning Ordinance.
b°
If new outdoor play fields, courts, swimming pools
and similar active recreational areas are set back
more than 100 feet from adjacent properties zoned
agriculturally and residentially except from
adjacent property occupied by Pocahontas State Park
and more than fifty (50) feet from any proposed
public road(s), the landscaping or other design
features described in Condition 5.a. may be modified
by the Planning Department at the time of site plan
review. Such modification shall accomplish a
mitigation of the visual and noise impacts that
sports or related activities have on adjacent
properties equivalent to the 100 foot/fifty (50)
foot setback/landscaping requirements described in
Condition 5.a.
C ·
The 100 foot setback described in Condition 5.a. may
be reduced by the Planning Commission if the
resulting increased visual and noise impacts that
sports or related activities have on area residences
are mitigated. Mitigation may be achieved through
the use of topography, fencing, berming, walls
and/or other devices and design features, as
approved by the Planning Commission at the time of
site plan review.
A fifty (50) foot buffer shall be maintained along the
northern and eastern property boundaries except where
adjacent to property occupied by Pocahontas State Park.
Any existing facilities located within this buffer area
shall be permitted. Otherwise, this buffer shall conform
to the requirement of Sections 19-521 and 19-522(a) (2) of
the Zoning Ordinance. (P)
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Except for timbering approved by the Virginia State
Department of Forestry for the purpose of removing dead or
diseased trees, there shall be no timbering on the
property until a land disturbance permit has been obtained
from the Environmental Engineering Department and the
approved erosion control devices have been installed. (EE)
And, further,
condition:
the Board accepted the following proffered
Prior to issuance of an occupancy permit for any additional
development that would generate a significant increase in
traffic as determined by the Transportation Department,
additional pavement may be required to be constructed along
Courthouse Road at the Shawonodasee Road intersection to
provide left and right turn lanes, based on Transportation
Department standards.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
99SN0205
In Matoaca Magisterial District, CHESTERFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT
AND CHESTERFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT requested Conditional Use
Planned Development and amendment of zoning district map to
permit a communications tower with height exception in an
Agricultural (A) District. A 413 foot communications tower is
planned. The density of such amendment will be controlled by
zoning conditions or Ordinance standards. The Comprehensive
Plan suggests the property is appropriate for regional mixed
use. This request lies on 3.0 acres fronting approximately 20
feet on the east line of Dry Bridge Road, approximately 1,500
feet south of Midlothian Turnpike. Tax ID 713-708-Part of 4365
(Sheets 5 and 6).
Mr. Jacobson presented a summary of Case 99SN0205 and stated
that Planning Commission and staff recommend approval subject
to conditions. He noted that the proposed request conforms to
the siting criteria for towers.
Mr. Robert Eanes, representing the applicant, stated that the
recommendation is acceptable.
There was no opposition present.
After brief discussion, on motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by
Mr. McHale, the Board approved Case 99SN0205 subject to the
following conditions:
The base of the tower shall be enclosed by a minimum six
(6) foot high fence, designed to preclude trespassing. A
detailed plan depicting this requirement shall be
submitted to the Planning Department for approval in
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conjunction with final site plan review.
In conjunction with site plan submission, the
owner/developer shall submit documentation as to whether
FAA approval is required for the erection of the tower.
If FAA approval is required, prior to release of a
building permit, a copy of FAA approval shall be submitted
to the Planning Department. (P)
Communications equipment shall be designed and installed
so as not to interfere with the Chesterfield County Public
Safety Trunked System. The owner/developer of equipment
that is not part of the County system shall submit
information as deemed necessary by the Chesterfield County
Communications and Electronics staff to determine if an
engineering study should be performed to analyze the
possibility of radio frequency interference with the
County system, based upon the frequencies and effective
radiated power generated by non-County equipment. Prior
to release of a building permit, the study, if required,
shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Chesterfield
County Communications and Electronics staff. (GS)
The owner/developer of equipment that is not part of the
County system shall be responsible for correcting any
frequency problems which affect the Chesterfield County
Public Safety Trunked System caused by such equipment.
Such corrections shall be made immediately upon
notification by the Chesterfield County Communications and
Electronics staff. (GS)
The treatment, color and lighting system for the tower
shall be as follows:
The tower shall be gray or another neutral color,
acceptable to the Planning Department.
bo
The tower shall not be lighted unless lighting in
required by the FAA. If lighted, lighting during
daylight hours shall be limited to medium intensity
strobe lights with upward reflection and lighting
during night time hours shall be limited to soft
blinking lights. (P)
Ail driveways and parking areas shall be graveled or paved
and maintained to minimize dust problems and provide ease
of ingress and egress. (P)
Any building or mechanical equipment shall comply with
Sections 19-570 (b) and (c) and 19-595 of the Zoning
Ordinance relative to architectural treatment of building
exteriors and screening of mechanical equipment. (P)
(NOTE: This condition would require the screening of
mechanical equipment located on the building or ground
from adjacent properties and public rights of way.
Screening would not be required for the tower or tower-
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mounted equipment.)
At such time that the tower ceases to be used for
communications purposes for a period exceeding twelve (12)
consecutive months, the owner/developer shall dismantle
and remove the tower and all associated equipment from the
property. (P)
In conjunction with the approval of this request, a 263
foot exception to the 150 height limitation for
communications towers in Agricultural (A) Districts shall
be granted. (P)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
99SN0206
In Clover Hill Magisterial District, TRITON PCS, INC. (LARRY
HORTON) requested Conditional Use Planned Development and
amendment of zoning district map to permit a communications
tower with heigh exception in a Residential (R-7) District. A
127 foot communications tower incorporated into an existing
Virginia Power structure is planned. The density of such
amendment will be controlled by zoning conditions or Ordinance
standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is
appropriate for mixed used corridor use. This request lies in
a Residential (R-7) District on 5.0 acres fronting
approximately 20 feet on the east line of Courthouse Road
across from Old Courthouse Road. Tax ID 749-688-Part of 9576
(Sheet 14).
Mr. Jacobson presented a summary of Case 99SN0206 and stated
that Planning Commission and staff recommend approval subject
to conditions. He further stated that the proposed request
conforms to the siting criteria for towers.
Mr. Brennan Keene, representing the applicant, stated that the
recommendation is acceptable.
There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. McHale, the Board
approved Case 99SN0206 subject to the following conditions:
The plan entitled VEPCO 282/43 RI-t-076F, prepared by
Tectonic Engineering Consultants P.C., last revised
December 22, 1998, shall be considered the Master Plan.
(P)
There shall be no signs permitted to identify this use.
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Prior to site plan or building permit approval, whichever
occurs first, the owner/developer shall submit
documentation as to whether FAA approval is required for
the erection of the tower. If FAA approval is required,
prior to release of a building permit, a copy of FAA
approval shall be submitted to the Planning Department.
(P)
The tower and equipment shall be designed and installed so
as not to interfere with the Chesterfield County Public
Safety Trunked System. Prior to site plan or building
permit approval, whichever occurs first, the
owner/developer shall submit information as deemed
necessary by the Chesterfield County Communications and
Electronics staff to determine if an engineering study
should be performed to analyze the possibility of radio
frequency interference with the County system, based upon
tower location and height, and upon the frequencies and
effective radiated power generated by tower-mounted
equipment. Prior to release of a building permit the
study, if required, shall be submitted to, and approved
by, the Chesterfield County Communications and Electronics
staff. (GS)
The developer shall be responsible for correcting any
frequency problems which affect the Chesterfield County
Public Safety Trunked System caused by this use. Such
corrections shall be made immediately upon notification by
the Chesterfield County Communications and Electronics
staff. (GS)
The color and lighting system for the tower shall be as
follows:
a o
The tower shall be gray or another neutral color,
acceptable to the Planning Department.
b. The tower shall not be lighted. (P)
Ail driveways and parking areas shall be graveled or paved
and maintained to minimize dust problems and provide ease
of ingress and egress. (P)
Any building or mechanical equipment shall comply with
Sections 19-570 (b) and (c) and 19-595 of the Zoning
Ordinance relative to architectural treatment of building
exteriors and screening of mechanical equipment. (P)
(NOTE: This condition would require the screening of
mechanical equipment located on, or associated with, any
building from adjacent properties and public rights of
way. Screening would not be required for the tower or
tower-mounted equipment or ground-mounted equipment
cabinets.)
At such time that the tower ceases to be used for
communications purposes for a period exceeding twelve (12)
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consecutive months, the owner/developer shall dismantle
and remove the tower and all associated equipment from the
propertY. (p)
10.
In conjunction with the approval of this request, a
seventy-seven (77) foot exception to the fifty (50) foot
height limitation for communications towers in Residential
(R-7) Districts shall be granted. (P)
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
99SN0216 (Amended)
In Midlothian Magisterial District, (LARRY HORTON) TRITON PCS,
INC. requested Conditional Use and amendment of zoning district
map to permit a communications tower in a Corporate Office (0-
2) District. A 150 foot communications tower is planned. The
density of such amendment will be controlled by zoning
conditions or Ordinance standards. The Comprehensive Plan
suggests the property is appropriate for residential use of
7.01 units per acre or more. This request lies on 13.3 acres
lying approximately 150 feet off the north line of Walmart Way,
approximately 1,000 feet north of Midlothian Turnpike. Tax ID
735-707-5944 {Sheet 7).
Mr. Jacobson presented a summary of Case 99SN0216 and stated
that Planning Commission and staff recommend approval subject
to conditions and acceptance of the proffered conditions. He
noted that the proposed request conforms to the siting criteria
for towers.
Mr. Brennan Keene, representing the applicant, stated that the
recommendation is acceptable.
There was no opposition present.
On motion of Mr. Barber, seconded by Mr. McHale, the Board
approved Case 99SN0216 subject to the following conditions:
There shall be no signs permitted to identify this use.
(P)
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In conjunction with site plan submission, the owner/
developer shall submit documentation as to whether FAA
approval is required for the erection of the tower. If
FAA approval is required, prior to release of a building
permit, a copy of FAA approval shall be submitted to the
Planning Department. {P)
The tower and equipment shall be designed and installed so
as not to interfere with the Chesterfield County Public
Safety Trunked System. At the time of site plan review,
the owner/developer shall submit information as deemed
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necessary by the Chesterfield County Communications and
Electronics staff to determine if an engineering study
should be performed to analyze the possibility of radio
frequency interference with the County system, based upon
the frequencies and effective radiated power generated by
tower-mounted equipment. Prior to release of a building
permit the study, if required, shall be submitted to, and
approved by, the Chesterfield County Communications and
Electronics staff. (GS)
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The developer shall be responsible for correcting any
frequency problems which affect the Chesterfield County
Public Safety Trunked System caused by this use. Such
corrections shall be made immediately upon notification by
the Chesterfield County Communications and Electronics
staff. (GS)
Ail driveways and parking areas shall be graveled or paved
and maintained to minimize dust problems and provide ease
of ingress and egress. (P)
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With the exception of the tower and antennas or other
tower-mounted equipment, any building and/or mechanical
equipment shall comply with Sections 19-570 (b) and (c)
and 19-595 of the Zoning Ordinance relative to
architectural treatment of building exteriors and
screening of mechanical equipment. (P)
(NOTE: This condition would require the screening of
mechanical equipment located on, or associated with, any
building from adjacent properties and public rights of
way. Screening would not be required for the tower or
tower-mounted equipment or ground-mounted equipment
cabinets.)
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At such time that the tower ceases to be used for
communications purposes for a period exceeding twelve (12)
consecutive months, the owner/developer shall dismantle
and remove the tower and all associated equipment from the
property. (P)
And, further,
conditions:
the Board accepted the following proffered
The base of the tower shall be enclosed by a minimum six
(6) foot high fence, designed to preclude trespassing. The
eastern and western sides of the fence shall be screened
with evergreen plantings having an initial height and
spacing to provide screening from adjacent properties.
Except for the gate on the southern side of the fence, the
southern side of the fence shall be screened with
evergreen plantings; provided, however, the gate shall
incorporate an opaque material so as to screen the view of
the interior of the fenced compound from the southern side
of the fence. In addition, if the vegetation in the
existing twenty (20) foot buffer along the southern
property line is inadequate to screen the gate to the
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compound from adjacent rights of way, the Owner/Developer
shall install additional plantings in that buffer so as to
provide screening of the gate to the compound. A detailed
plan depicting these requirements shall be submitted to
the Planning Department for approval.
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The treatment, color, lighting system and design of the
tower shall be as follows:
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The tower shall be gray or another neutral color,
acceptable to the Planning Department.
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The tower shall not be lighted unless lighting is
required by the FAA. If lighted, the lighting
during daylight hours shall be limited to medium
intensity strobe lights with upward reflection and
lighting during night-time hours shall be limited to
soft blinking lights.
c. The tower shall be of a monopole design.
The antenna(s) on the tower shall be limited
"cluster mounted" or "flush mounted" antenna(s) as
depicted on the plan entitled "Flush Mount Antennae"
and dated February 4, 1999, or whip antenna(s).
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
16. PUBLIC HEARINGS
16.A. TO CONSIDER THE CONVEYANCE OF PARCELS OF LAND AND
EASEMENTS FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO GENITO ROAD AND WARBRO
ROAD
Mr. Stith stated that this date and time has been advertised
for a public hearing to consider the conveyance of parcels of
land and easements to the Virginia Department of
Transportation, and easements to Virginia Electric and Power
Company and Bell Atlantic for improvements to Genito Road and
Warbro Road.
No one came forward to speak in favor of or against this issue.
On motion of Mr. Warren, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
approved the conveyance of parcels of land and easements to the
Virginia Department of Transportation, and easements to
Virginia Electric and power Company and Bell Atlantic for
improvements to Genito Road and Warbro Road and authorized the
Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the County
Administrator to execute the necessary deeds and easement
agreements.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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16 .B.
TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE
COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD, 1997, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING
ANDRE-ENACTING SECTIONS 19-606, 19-607, 19-608, 19-609
AND 19-612 AND ADDING SECTION 19-613 CREATING DESIGN
STANDARDS FOR THE BON AIR VILLAGE
Mr. Jacobson stated that this date and time has been advertised
for a public hearing to consider a zoning ordinance amendment
creating design standards for the Bon Air Village. He further
stated that the standards require additional streetscape and
architectural review currently not in place.
Ms. Jo Geary, Chairman of the Bon Air Village Preservation
Committee, stated that she is in favor of the staff's
recommendation for the Bon Air Village design standards. She
expressed appreciation to Mr. Jacobson for his efforts towards
making the plan acceptable to the residents of Bon Air.
There being no one else to address this issue, the public
hearing was closed.
After brief discussion, on motion of Mr. Barber, seconded by
Mr. McHale, the Board adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE COUNTY
OF CHESTERFIELD, 1997, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING AND RE-
ENACTING SECTIONS 19-606, 19-607, 19-608 AND 19-609 AND
ADDING SECTION 19-613 CREATING DESIGN STANDARDS FOR THE BON
AIR VILLAGE
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
(1) That Sections 19-606, 19-607, 19-608 and 19-609 of
the Code of the County of Chesterfield, 1997, as amended, is
amended and re-enacted to read as follows:
Sec. 19-606. Areas of applicability and exemptions.
The village district shall include all lands specified in this
section.
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The Bon Air Village, comprised of all that area shown on
the map entitled "Bon Air Village Zoning District"
prepared by the Chesterfield County Planning Department
and dated December 9, 1998.
Sec. 19-607. Implementation of plans and guidelines.
In acting upon any zoning approval, development approval,
historic district, landmark or landmark site designation; or
other decision under this article; which decision will impact
a designated village district, the responsible body, officer or
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agent shall review such decisions for conformity with all and
any officially adopted plans and guidelines for development
within such districts and the following ordinances.
Sec. 19-608. Exceptional development standards.
(a)
Parking: Parking requirements in the village district for
indoor commercial recreational facilities; self-service
gasoline stations; office buildings of up to 26,500 square
feet; restaurants, including fast-food and drive-in
restaurants; retail stores; personal services; repair
shops; banks; greenhouses; nursery centers; and lawn and
garden centers shall be based on the requirements for
shopping centers or similar retail groups of buildings as
set forth in section 19-513. Improved, designated parking
spaces in a public right-of-way may be counted toward the
required number of parking spaces so required when more
than one-half of each such space adjoins the site.
Further, the required number of parking spaces may be
reduced by ten percent if the development contains a
sidewalk or other pedestrian walkway system that connects
to existing walkways or that may be connected to future
walkways. In addition if approved by the Director of
Planning, in the Bon Air Village, a business may reduce
the required number of on-site parking spaces by pro-rata
if it has an agreement with another entity permitting off-
site parking on a lot located within the Bon Air Village
boundaries or within 1000 feet of the Bon Air Village
boundaries. Ail other requirements of division 1,
subdivision II of this manual shall apply as described. In
the Ettrick Business Core, the following uses shall be
exempt from the requirements of Section 19-513 and
19-509(b): offices having a gross floor plan area which
does not exceed five thousand (5,000) square feet,
restaurants and retail uses, including personal services,
repair shops, specialty shops and contractor offices
without heavy vehicles or equipment.
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(f)
Street tree planting: Within the Bon Air Village, it is
the intent of perimeter landscaping G, as detailed in
section 19-518(g) (9), to require the installation of
street trees to increase the aesthetic appeal of the
village, encourage high-quality development, provide shade
for pedestrians and improve the quality of the
environment. To this end, the following standards shall be
met when utilizing perimeter landscaping G:
(i)
The requirements of § 19-518(g) (9) (a) and (c) shall
be met. The requirements of § 19-518(g) (9) (b) shall
be modified to require continuous three (3) foot
high hedge forms a decorative wall for the entire
width of a parking lot only if the parking lot is
located in front of a building.
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(2
Trees shall be installed behind the sidewalk. If it
is determined during the site plan process to be
impractical to install trees behind the sidewalk,
they may be installed between the street and the
sidewalk. If it is determined during the site plan
process to be impractical to locate large deciduous
trees due to conflicts with utility lines the trees
may be relocated or if that is impractical, small
deciduous trees may be substituted.
(3
Trees installed shall be suitable for use as street
trees and shall be selected for their ability to
survive under adverse growing conditions as well as
their aesthetic value.
(4
While the intent of this section is not to require a
single species to be planted throughout the entire
village, the director of planning may require a
particular species in a particular location based on
existing area landscaping.
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The minimum acreage requirements set forth in sections
19-105(I) and 19-iii(a) for R-TH and R-MF districts shall
not apply within the Chester Village areas.
(h)
Buffers and screening in the Ettrick Village Core: Buffers
required by section 19-523 shall not apply. If parking is
provided on any property in an O, C or I district adjacent
to' an R, R-TH or R-MF district, a 10-foot wide buffer
shall be provided. This buffer shall include an evergreen
hedge with a minimum installed height of four feet or a
solid fence or wall six feet in height. Along side
property lines that abut property in R, R-TH or R-MF
districts, this buffer may be reduced to a width of three
feet in accordance with Section 19-609(g) (2).
Sec. 19-609. Setback requirements for O and C Districts.
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Bon Air Village: The minimum setbacks for all buildings,
drives, and surface and deck parking areas shall be as
follows:
Front and corner side setbacks: The minimum front
and corner side setbacks shall be 0 feet.
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Side setbacks: Except as noted below, the minimum
side setback shall be 15 feet with the installation
of perimeter landscaping B for property adjacent to
any R, R-TH, R-MF District or any property
designated for an R, R-TH or R-MF District on the
comprehensive plan or any property used for
residential purposes. This setback may be reduced
to 0 feet upon installation of a wall, 8 feet in
height, made of material similar to the principal
building or by locating the main building's wall
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(with no openings) adjacent to the residential
property. When abutting an O, C or I District or
property occupied by an O, C or I use, the minimum
setback shall be 0 feet.
Rear Setbacks: Except as noted below, the minimum
side setback shall be 25 feet with the installation
of perimeter landscaping B for property adjacent to
any R, R-TH, R-MF District or any property
designated for an R, R-TH or R-MF District on the
comprehensive plan or any property used for
residential purposes. This setback may be reduced
to 0 feet upon installation of a wall, 8 feet in
height, and made of material similar to the
principal building or by locating the main
building's wall (with no openings) adjacent to the
residential property. When abutting an O, C or I
District or property occupied by an O, C or I use,
the minimum setback shall be 0 feet.
(2) That Section 19-613 of the Code of the County of
Chesterfield, 1997, as amended, is added to read as follows:
Sec. 19-613 Signs.
The applicable sign standards for property located within
a village district are contained in ~ 19-644.
(3) That this ordinance
immediately upon adoption.
shall become effective
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
17. REMAINING MOBILE HOME PERMITS AND ZONING REQUESTS
99SN0141 (Amended)
In Bermuda Magisterial District, J. K. TIMMONS requested
rezoning and amendment of zoning district map from Agricultural
(A) to Residential (R-15). A single family residential
subdivision with a minimum lot size of 15,000 square feet is
planned. Residential use of up to 2.9 units per acre is
permitted in a Residential (R-15) District. The applicant has
agreed to limit development to a maximum of 450 lots, yielding
a density of approximately 1.7 units per acre. The
Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is appropriate for
residential use of 2.51 to 4.0 units per acre. This request
lies on 259.7 acres fronting approximately 4,500 feet on the
east line of Branders Bridge Road, approximately 1,300 feet
north of Treely Road and located at the western termini of
Hickory Glen and Twin Cedars Roads. Tax ID 786-642-8969 (Sheet
41) .
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Ms. Rogers presented a summary of Case 99SN0141 and stated that
Planning Commission recommends denial due to concerns relative
to traffic and school impacts, lot size compatibility, house
size compatibility, and the lack of tree preservation adjacent
to existing neighborhoods. She further stated that, since the
Planning Commission's consideration of the proposed request,
the applicant has amended the proffered conditions in an
attempt to address concerns expressed at the Planning
Commission meeting. She stated that the amended proffers
address the impact of the proposed development on necessary
capital facilities consistent with the Board's policy; prohibit
access to the property from adjacent developments; and require
a twenty-five foot tree preservation area and a minimum lot
size of 16,000 square feet adjacent to the eastern boundary of
the request site. She further stated that other proffers which
were not amended since the Planning Commission's consideration
of the proposed request include road improvements along
Branders Bridge Road; limiting the number of occupancy permits
to a maximum of 100 prior to June, 2002; requirement for brick
foundations on all homes; and recordation of restrictive
covenants similar to what exists in Stoney Glen. She stated
that staff now recommends approval of Case 99SN0141 and
acceptance of the amended proffered conditions. She further
stated that the amended case complies with the Southern and
Western Area Plan which designates the property for residential
use of 2.5 to 4 units per acre. She stated that the applicant
is proposing a density of 1.7 units per acre.
Mr. J. K. Timmons stated that the staff's recommendation is
acceptable.
Mr. Gene Autry, Executive Vice President of Reed's Landing
Corporation, displayed photographs of homes in Stoney Glen West
and stated that similar homes are planned for the proposed
development.
Mr. Ralph Gehr, President of the Stoney Glen Community
Association, stated that he is opposed to the proposed request.
He expressed concerns relative to the definition of square
footage and the number of homes being proposed for the
development. He requested that the Board hear four speakers
from the Community Association, along with a slide show
presentation, and that he be allowed to speak again following
these presentations to summarize the views of the Association.
Mr. Bob Latino, a homeowner in Stoney Glen Subdivision,
presented an overview of issues affecting the rezoning decision
including economic impact; transportation impact; schools
impact; emergency services impact; Parks and Recreation impact;
and environmental impact. He requested that the Board deny the
proposed request.
Mr. Anthony Murphy, a resident of Stoney Glen, expressed
concerns relative to the square footage of homes in the
proposed request and the number of new students generated by
the proposed development. He stated that the safety, health
and welfare of area residents will be deeply impacted and
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requested that the Board deny the proposed request.
Ms. Jan Monnier, a resident of Stoney Glen, expressed concerns
relative to the impact that the proposed request would have on
schools. She referenced the Planning Department's revised
planning factor for schools and stated that, using the new
planning factor, the resulting shortcoming would be 128
additional students beyond capacity for Harrowgate Elementary
and 546 additional students beyond capacity for the present
Thomas Dale High School. She stated that, if the County wishes
to continue to have excellence in its school system, it must
plan for growth and use the opportunity to provide success for
students.
Mr. Mark Rushard, a resident of Stoney Glen, expressed concerns
relative to overcrowding of schools and traffic safety on
Branders Bridge Road and requested that the Board deny the
proposed request.
Mr. Gehr stated that the proposed square footage of the homes
for the proposed development is totally unacceptable and that
the number of homes proposed will create traffic safety issues
as well as have a major impact on the schools. He recognized
approximately sixty residents present at the meeting who are
opposed to the proposed request.
There was brief discussion relative to a compromise in the
acceptable number of square footage and total homes planned for
the proposed development.
Ms. Betty Michalek, a resident of Branders Bridge Road,
presented an overview of traffic statistics on Harrowgate,
Branders Bridge and Happy Hill Roads from 1994 through 1998.
She then presented a comparison of traffic statistics on Nash
Road. She stated that there have been eight accidents reported
on Branders Bridge Road thus far in 1999 and expressed concerns
relative to increased traffic if the proposed request is
approved. She referenced the Six Year Plan and stated that the
only projects planned for the area include a turn lane project
for Branders Bridge Road at Lakeview and moderate widening,
additional shoulders and ditches from Carver Heights Road to
Happy Hill Road in 2004. She presented an overview of the
traffic volume on Harrowgate, Happy Hill and Branders Bridge
Roads and requested that the Board deny the proposed request.
Ms. Diana Parker, representing the Fall of the James Group
Sierra Club, expressed concerns relative to growth and issues
relating to environmental impact that would be caused by the
proposed development. She stated that she is opposed to the
proposed development.
Major John Page, a resident of Stoney Glen Subdivision,
expressed concerns relative to the definition of a 2,000 square
footage home and requested that the Board deny the proposed
request.
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Mr. Scott Mills, who sells homes in Stoney Glen West, stated
that the homes presented in the photographs by Mr. Autry all
contain over 2,000 square feet of heated space.
Ms. Shirley Dillard, a resident of Woodlake, suggested that, as
a compromise, the applicant build larger homes on the property
and provide schools for the area. She further suggested that
the Board encourage builders to have more compassion for area
residents.
Mr. Timmons expressed disappointment in citizens' comments and
stated that he did not misrepresent the residents of Stoney
Glen relative to the proposed development. He further stated
that originally he offered to dedicate twenty-five acres of
land to the County to be used for parks or school sites and
deducted the value of the land from the cash proffer for
capital facilities, but the County staff did not accept his
offer. He stated that he then amended the proffer so that the
proposed project would provide $3 million plus to build
schools, parks, road improvements, etcetera. He further stated
that he attempted to meet every requirement of the Stoney
Glen's residents including elimination of traffic through
Stoney Glen and square footage of lots. He stated that it is
unprecedented for an R-15 development to have square footages
placed on it. He referenced homes in the Stoney Glen
Subdivision and listed the amount of square footage in these
homes, according to the County Assessor's Office. He stated
that he feels the requirement for 2,000 square feet of heated
space would be unfair. He further stated that he feels the $3
million proffer could be used wisely. He requested that the
Board approve the proposed request because it conforms to all
County land use plans as well as the cash proffer policy.
There being no one else to address this issue, the public
hearing was closed.
There was brief discussion relative to the proffer relating to
minimum square footage.
Mr. McHale stated that the proposed request has been difficult
to deliberate. He further stated that the proposed development
raises significant safety concerns relative to traffic on
Branders Bridge Road and referenced the Board's earlier request
to the Virginia Department of Transportation for restriction of
through truck traffic on Centralia Road. He stated that the
proposed development will have a serious impact on school
overcrowding and noted that the response time of emergency
vehicles to the proposed development would be seven minutes --
which exceeds the Fire Department's six minute limit. He
further stated that the proposed development is not compatible
with surrounding areas in lot size and square footage.
Mr. McHale then made a motion for the Board to deny Case
99SN0141.
Mrs. Humphrey seconded the motion made by Mr. McHale.
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Mr. Barber questioned the possibility of a compromise for the
proposed request rather than denial.
Mr. McHale stated that he feels the
compromise have been exhausted and
appropriate.
opportunities for
that a denial is
Mr. Barber stated that he has concerns relative to the cash
proffer offer and some of the comparisons presented, but
indicated that he would support Mr. McHale's motion for denial
due to the exhaustion of opportunities for compromise.
Mrs. Humphrey stated that her second to Mr. McHale's motion for
denial was based on Mr. McHale's judgment as well as her own
interpretation of growth management. She expressed concerns
relative to high density residential development and stated
that she feels the land use plan for the area of the proposed
development is in need of reevaluation. She stated that she is
not an advocate of R-15 or R-12 zoning and that she has
concerns with the level of density and the land use plan for
the area of the proposed development.
Mr. Warren called for a vote on the motion made by Mr. McHale,
seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, for the Board to deny Case 99SN0141.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
99SN0140
In Bermuda Magisterial District, DYNAMIC ASSOC., L. L. C.
requested rezoning and amendment of zoning district map from
Neighborhood Business (C-2) and Community Business (C-3) to
Community Business (C-3) of 10.0 acres, with Conditional Use to
permit outside storage and sale of merchandise on 5.0 acres.
The density of such amendment will be controlled by zoning
conditions or Ordinance standards. The Comprehensive Plan
suggests the property is appropriate for community mixed use.
This request lies on 10.0 acres known as 12210 Iron Bridge
Road. Tax ID 779-652-7970 (Sheet 31).
Ms. Rogers presented a summary of Case 99SN0140 and stated that
the Central Area Plan suggests that C-3 type uses be located
generally surrounding the intersection of Chalkley Road and
Route 10 in this vicinity; however, next to existing
residential development, there should be transitional uses such
as office and other uses that are more compatible and
transitional with residential areas. She further stated that
the Planning Commission recommended approval and acceptance of
the proffered conditions by a vote of two in favor of the
proposed request and two abstentions. She stated that the two
voting in favor of the proposal indicated that, in their
opinion, the proffered conditions would mitigate the impact of
the uses on the adjacent neighborhood and that those abstaining
indicated that they were not comfortable with the structure of
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the proposed request and felt that it did not conform to the
Central Area Plan. She further stated that staff recommends
denial because the request does not conform to the Central Area
Plan and the proffered conditions fail to address concerns
relative to land use compatibility and transition.
Mr. Dean Hawkins, representing the applicant, stated that the
Planning Commission's recommendation is acceptable.
There was no opposition present.
After brief discussion, on motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by
Mrs. Humphrey, the Board approved Case 99SN0140 and accepted
the following proffered conditions:
The uses permitted on Parcel "A", as identified on the
plan prepared by Dean E. Hawkins, ASLA, dated 19 November
1998, shall be restricted to the following:
a)
Home Centers with accessory outside storage in
excess of ten (10) percent of the gross floor area
of the principal use. (Note: Outside storage areas
shall be subject to the screening requirements of
the Zoning Ordinance).
b) Churches and/or Sunday Schools
c) Eyewear sales and services
d) Libraries
e) Medical facilities or clinics
f)
Rest, convalescent or nursing homes and other group
care facilities
Banks and savings and loan associations with or
without an outside public address system
h)
Nursery schools and child or adult care centers and
kindergartens
i) Florist shop
j) Offices
k) Schools- music, dance and business
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Prior to any site plan approval, one-hundred (100) feet of
right-of-way on the south side of Roue 10, measured from
the centerline of that part of Route 10 immediately
adjacent to the property, shall be dedicated, free and
unrestricted, to and for the benefit of Chesterfield
County.
Direct access from the property to Route 10 shall be
limited to one (1) entrance/exit, located approximately
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midway of the Route 10 property frontage. The exact
location of this access shall be approved by the
Transportation Department. Prior to any site plan
approval for more than 16,000 square feet of development,
the existing access from the property to Route 10, located
at the eastern property line, shall be eliminated, and the
approved access, midway of the Route 10 property frontage,
shall be constructed.
To provide for an adequate roadway system, the developer
shall be responsible for the following:
a)
Construction of an additional lane of pavement
(i.e°, a third through lane) along the eastbound
lanes of Route 10 for the entire property frontage;
Construction of additional pavement along the
eastbound lanes of Route 10 at the approved access
to provide a separate right turn lane, based on
Transportation Department standards, and;
c)
Dedication to Chesterfield
unrestricted, any additional
easements) required for the
identified above.
County, free and
right-of-way (or
road improvements
Prior to any site plan approval, a phasing plan for the
roadway improvements, as identified in Proffered Condition
4, shall be submitted to and approved by the
Transportation Department.
When any additional buildings or structures which generate
public wastewater are constructed on this site, the public
wastewater system shall be used.
When any additional buildings, structures, or land uses
are developed which require water service, the existing 16
inch water lines along Route 10 to the east and west of
the request property frontage shall be extended and
connected to provide a completed connection.
For any new impervious area which is developed on this
site and drains to West Booker Boulevard, the 10-year post
development runoff shall be retained and released at a 2-
year pre-developed rate.
A solid board fence, a minimum of six (6) feet in height,
shall be installed within the buffer along the eastern
property boundary, between and use(s) developed on the
request property and the single family residential lots of
Carver Home Sites subdivision located to the east. This
fence may be installed with each phase of development.
The exact location, design and phasing of construction of
this fence shall be determined by the Planning Department
at the time of site plan approval.
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10.
Exterior loading docks and truck delivery doors shall be
located on the southern side of the building(s) away from
the single family residential lots of the Carver Home
Sites subdivision located to the east.
11.
There shall be no outside storage areas or outside display
areas within 70 feet of the eastern property boundary.
12.
Uses on Parcel UA", as identified on the plan prepared by
Dean E. Hawkins, ASLA, dated 19 November 1998, shall not
be open to the public between the hours of 10:00 PM and
7:00 AM.
13.
Solid waste storage areas shall not be serviced between
the hours of 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
14.
Merchandise delivery shall not occur between the hours of
10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
18. ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Mr. McHale, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
adjourned at 11:35 p.m. until April 28, 1999 at 3:30 p.m.
Ayes: Warren, Barber, Humphrey, and McHale.
Nays: None.
Absent: Daniel.
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