2019-12-11 MinutesL
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
December 11, 2019
Supervisors in Attendance:
Ms. Leslie A. T. Haley, Chair
Mr. Stephen A. Elswick, Vice Chair
Ms. Dorothy A. Jaeckle
Mr. Christopher M. Winslow
Mr. James M. Holland
Dr. Joseph P. Casey
County Administrator
Ms. Haley called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 13, 2019
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
approved the minutes of November 13, 2019, as submitted.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
2. REQUESTS TO POSTPONE AGENDA ITEMS AND ADDITIONS,
DELETIONS OR CHANGES IN THE ORDER OF PRESENTATION
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
replaced Item 12.B.11., Lease of Storage and Operations
Support for Use by the Registrar's Office; added Item 5,
Closed Session Pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(19), Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended, for discussion of Plans and
Reports Related to the Security of County -Owned Buildings in
the Area of the 1917 Courthouse Complex, and the Safety of
Persons Using Such Buildings; added Item 12.B.18., Approval
of Amendment to the Employment Agreement for the County
Administrator; and approved the agenda, as amended.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
3. WORK SESSIONS
3.A. EVERY DAY EXCELLENCE - VALOR AWARD WINNERS
Chief Edward "Loy" Senter stated he had the honor of
attending the 30th Annual VALOR Awards Ceremony which is
organized by the Richmond Retail Merchants Association and
allows the business community and the community at large to
recognize the public safety community who have gone above and
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beyond the line of duty. He further stated two groups from
the county were recognized, the first of which was the Med
Flight 1 crew stationed at the county airport. He recognized
Shannon Cooper, Flight Nurse with Virginia Commonwealth
University; Mike Abbott, Firefighter/Flight Paramedic; and
Virginia State Police Sergeant Vincent Mancano. He stated the
team received a Silver Award for a high-risk helicopter
rescue using a basket during the aftermath of Hurricane
Michael in October of 2018. He then recognized Firefighters
Justin Bennett, Alicia Monahan, and Matt Fletcher who
received the Bronze Award for a flash flood water rescue on
Otterdale Road, also during the aftermath of Hurricane
Michael, using a swift water paddle boat and rope rescue
system. He expressed his appreciation to the Board for
recognizing these excellent professionals. (It is noted
Sergeant Mancano and Firefighter Fletcher were not present.)
Board members thanked the award winners and congratulated
them.
Dr. Casey then recognized Mr. Ron Clements and welcomed him
as the new Director of Building Inspection.
3.B. VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY ANNUAL UPDATE
Dr. Makola M. Abdullah, Ph.D., thanked the Board and
acknowledged Mr. Elswick for the work he has done on behalf
of Virginia State University. He presented Mr. Elswick with a
plaque recognizing him for eight years of loyal and dedicated
service.
Ms. Jaeckle affirmed the presentation of the plaque to Mr
Elswick and stated it is a well-deserved award.
Dr. Abdullah opened the presentation with data on student
enrollment. He stated graduation rates are the highest they
have ever been. He noted Fall Commencement is Saturday,
December 14, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. and extended an invitation for
all to attend. He reviewed the special guests to the campus
including executive staff from the Office of the Governor. He
noted VSU hosted the Congressional Black Caucus and the
Virginia Legislative Black Caucus. He stated VSU served as
the Ettrick Polling Place. He noted the importance of the
Ettrick Train Station. He stated the Governor signed the
Industrial Hemp Bill at Randolph Farms. He thanked our first
responders who assisted with Homecoming, which is southern
Chesterfield County's biggest event of the year. He discussed
the Tech Talent Investment which is the Governor's initiative
to invest money in universities to increase computer science
and computer engineering graduates across the state. He also
discussed the Statesman/Trojan Alliance which is a
partnership with Richard Bland where students are
automatically admitted to and can matriculate through VSU. He
stated VSU received a Presidential Task Force award for
diversity and inclusion to make sure all students are valued
and appreciated. He reviewed his recent board appointments to
ChildFund International and the Association of Public and
Land -Grant Universities, which is the advocacy group for
public universities across the country. He recognized faculty
members Dr. Hari Sharma and Dr. Nishaun Battle for their
professional achievements and student Tara Cioavarella for
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being the first college student to be recognized as the 2019
Friends of the Lower Appomattox River Volunteer of the Year.
He noted VSU was recently featured in the Virginia Business
Magazine. He concluded his presentation by reviewing the
successes of the various sports teams including the Women's
Cross Country Team which was Runner Up in the 2019 CIAA; the
Men's Cross Country Team which finished second in the 2019
CIAA; the Football Team; and the Volleyball Team.
Mr. Winslow thanked Dr. Abdullah for the presentation and
stated he recently attended a football game with his daughter
which they both thoroughly enjoyed.
Mr. Holland thanked Dr. Abdullah for Homecoming and his
hospitality.
Mr. Elswick noted Dr. Abdullah had his contract extended
through 2024. He stated he had the opportunity to attend the
Christmas Tree Lighting and he emphasized how much the
students love and appreciate Dr. Abdullah. He thanked Dr.
Abdullah for his service.
Ms. Haley expressed appreciation for the partnership and
thanked Dr. Abdullah for the presentation.
3.C. TRANSPORTATION UPDATE
Mr. Jesse Smith, Deputy County Administrator, provided an
update to the Board regarding Smart Scale, the state's bi-
annual program by which it programs approximately $800
million of statewide road projects. He reviewed the results
of the first three rounds of the program noting the county
has received well over $100 million.
Mr. Elswick noted the implementation of the "Chesterfield
Rule" which limits localities to ten applications because the
county was so successful in prior years.
Mr. Smith discussed the Round 4 Smart Scale rules as well as
the timeline. He noted applications are due April 2, 2020.
In response to Mr. Winslow's question, Mr. Smith discussed
what is being asked on the application. He noted each
application is about fifty pages long.
In response to Mr. Winslow's question, Mr. Smith confirmed
even though staff is submitting only ten applications, more
work is required due to the lengthiness of the application
and the data collection required.
In response to Mr. Winslow's question, Mr. Smith stated staff
reviews which projects are successful as well as the type of
project and the cost range. He further stated staff reviews
prior years' projects to determine which ones scored poorly.
He reviewed the nineteen projects for which staff is seeking
the Board's approval.
Ms. Jaeckle commended staff for breaking down Route 360 into
smaller projects.
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Mr. Smith continued the review of projects for which staff is
requesting approval.
Ms. Jaeckle stated during the Carvana zoning case there was
discussion about addressing the Old Bermuda Hundred/
Ramblewood intersection as an area that would be fixed.
Mr. Smith confirmed there have been significant crashes in
that area since traffic volumes and truck traffic have
increased.
Ms. Jaeckle stated since Old Bermuda Hundred was straightened
it is being used as a bypass for Route 10.
Mr. Smith agreed more drivers are avoiding Route 10, Route 1,
and Interstate 95 and using Old Bermuda Hundred Road as a
detour. He noted Projects 7 - 10 are high -crash locations,
some of which were brought to Transportation staff by the
Police Department because angle crashes are often the most
severe. As he reviewed Projects 11 - 19, he noted some are
being submitted by other organizations, such as GRTC, on the
county's behalf.
Discussion ensued regarding the scope of the Dundas Road Bike
and Ped Improvements.
Mr. Smith continued his review of the remaining projects.
Ms. Jaeckle stated after attending a workshop at the
Governor's office, she felt as though projects would be
funded if they already had the necessary rights-of-way and
were otherwise ready to go.
Mr. Smith confirmed that for a large portion of the projects
the county already has the rights-of-way and is ready to go.
He stated there are over $100 million in requests. He further
stated in the agenda item in the Board's packet there are
several hundred million dollars more in projects and the list
is not exhaustive. He noted even though the county has
approximately $350 million in projects currently underway,
there are hundreds of millions of dollars more in needs in
order to keep the county moving and in front of
infrastructure. He stated staff anticipates the need for
another $400 million statewide compared to $61 million last
year for the Richmond district.
Mr. Smith reviewed projects on tonight's agenda including the
Woolridge Road Widening project. He explained the need for
additional funding was due to the installation of a traffic
signal, which was not a part of the original project, and
additional right-of-way negotiations. He then began
discussion of the Lucks Lane Widening project.
Ms. Haley and Mr. Winslow both agreed traffic improved after
the installation of a traffic signal.
Mr. Smith stated staff is requesting an additional $653,063
to keep the project moving forward. He stated there are
liquidated damages being assessed against the contractor;
however, those funds are already encumbered, and they cannot
be freed up until project completion. He further stated the
likely outcome is the contractor will not get paid and the
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county will reconcile and have money left over. He explained
the additional funding will allow the county to keep
inspectors and geotechnical staff working on the project.
Discussion ensued relative to the reasons for the cost
overrun on the project.
In response to Mr. Holland's question, Mr. Smith stated the
money would be coming from respective cash proffer sheds.
In response to Ms. Haley's question, Mr. Smith confirmed the
liquidated damages would eventually offset the additional
funding requested, and once the project is complete staff
will provide an update to the Board.
3.D. ENTERPRISE LAND MANAGEMENT (ELM) PROJECT UPDATE
Mr. Scott Zaremba, Deputy County Administrator, introduced
Dean Jadlowski, Project Management Office Division Chief in
Information Systems Technology. He stated Mr. Jadlowski
reports to Mr. Barry Condrey, Director of Information Systems
Technology, and he is responsible for improving the success
of the county's technology projects; developing the county's
project managers; ensuring consistent delivery of projects;
and adopting standards for project execution. He noted Mr.
Jadlowski has a credential in portfolio management which is
held by only eight hundred people in the world. He stated the
ELM project was one of the first projects assigned to Mr.
Jadlowski for completion of a full assessment and creation of
a recovery plan.
Mr. Jesse Smith, Deputy County Administrator and business
sponsor for the project, stated the project is positioned for
success. He noted there was a full audit of the project
completed earlier in the year, and everything that came out
of the audit was executed. He provided background on ELM
which is the successor to the initial Community Development
Information System implemented in 2002. He discussed the
benefits of the project for developers, contractors,
residents, and the county's Community Development division.
Mr. Jadlowski reviewed the complications of ELM
implementation which included poor performance by the vendor.
He discussed the steps taken to move the project forward. He
noted multiple audits which occurred during the project. He
stated the Accela Platform is a leader in the industry
despite the struggles to implement it. He reviewed key
lessons learned and the path forward to ensure success.
Mr. Smith stated staff is requesting additional funding from
the Board and discussed the implications of leaving current
business systems in place. He stated there is risk in
continuing to patch old systems.
Mr. Jadlowski stated the project is more than halfway done
and can meet the county's needs as a more cost effective and
functionally effective solution for the division.
Mr. Smith gave an overview of the funding needed for
Community Development division -wide implementation.
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Mr. Jadlowski discussed in more detail what items and
services would be covered under the additional funding.
Mr. Holland expressed his concern with legacy systems being
utilized in county departments.
In response to Mr. Holland's question about how many legacy
systems there are in the division, Mr. Jadlowski recalled
seven core systems that will be replaced by this new, off-
the-shelf system.
In response to Mr. Holland's request for assurance that the
implementation would be successful, Mr. Jadlowski stated he
has seen nothing that would give him a reason to doubt the
project would be successful.
Mr. Holland asked staff to compile a list of legacy systems
that date back to the 1980s or 1990s, the projects to replace
them and the cost thereof, and to conduct a business
analysis.
Dr. Casey stated it would be helpful to have an inventory of
all systems and the date they were implemented. He further
stated there should be a distinction between an older system
which has been updated either annually or as determined by
the vendor versus an older system which has not been updated
since implementation. He noted staff can estimate the
replacement cost of such systems that have not been kept up-
to-date.
Mr. Holland stated the funds spent to date on the ELM project
are a sunk cost which is not relevant to the current request
before the Board, but the $1.7 million being requested must
be relevant because it is new funding.
Mr. Elswick expressed concern that after implementation of
the tax system the Board was assured that lessons had been
learned by staff and similar mistakes would not be repeated.
He stated it is not fair to taxpayers to spend their money
this way.
Mr. Smith agreed and stated staff is presenting the best
option.
Mr. Elswick stated it is unacceptable for two major projects
to be over budget and asked staff to look in to this.
Ms. Jaeckle noted it is difficult to marry technology with
the needs of the end-user. She stated there is a need for an
outside party with the expertise to look at all the systems.
Mr. Holland agreed improvements are necessary. He reiterated
his request for a report of all county systems and a plan
based on the report findings.
Discussion ensued relative to the elimination of twelve
positions which occurred years ago as part of a different
project.
Mr. Winslow asked for an industry -standards roadmap
incorporating lessons learned and best management practices
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to ensure we stick to the budget and meet needs. He stated
delay plus cost is not acceptable.
Ms. Haley stated government in general is not routinely as
up-to-date with technology as the private industry. She
stated it is important to focus on being competitive and move
the county forward to be attractive to the right market place
for incoming development. She further stated outdated systems
hinder the county's ability to move forward as well as
attract the right people in county departments.
In response to Ms. Haley's question, Mr. Smith confirmed
staff is requesting additional funding for the ELM project
under the consent agenda.
Ms. Haley stated the Board is in agreement with moving the
ELM project forward with different accountabilities in a
collaborative fashion.
Dr. Casey stated we should have had
sooner. He noted a lesson learned
procurement practices. He discussed
project delay and stated there was
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In response to Mr. Holland's question, Mr. Jadlowski stated
the expected project completion date is December, 2020.
3.E. CURBSIDE RECYCLING UPDATE
Mr. Clay Bowles, Director of General Services, introduced Ms.
Kate Vasquez, Project Manager with GBB Solid Waste Management
Consultants as well as CVWMA staff in attendance. He provided
the Board with an update on the ongoing evaluation of the
county's curbside recycling program. He stated CVWMA and our
regional partners chose to procure a consultant to assist
with understanding the current state of recycling as well as
emerging future trends.
Ms. Vasquez reviewed the approach to the project as well as
program observations. She stated participation in the program
is high, in part due to municipal sponsorship.
In response to Mr. Holland's question, Ms. Vasquez stated the
average set -out rate of recycling in the county is 30 percent
as of September, 2019 which is lower than surrounding
localities.
In response to Mr. Holland's question about how the customer
base is surveyed, Ms. Vasquez stated she is not aware that a
customer service survey has been conducted in the county and
the rate is calculated by the truck itself.
She reviewed observations about the contract. She shared
notes from interviews with localities. She noted with China
withdrawing from the market, everything had to be reviewed.
She also reviewed notes from interviews with haulers. She
stated glass is not the financial salvation of the contract
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as it is problematic on the equipment. She further stated
implementation of a recycling ordinance would kill the CVWMA
contract but would have the net effect of every citizen
having access to curbside recycling. She explained the
benefits of the CVWMA contract and how the contract allows
customers to shop for whatever trash service provider they
want.
Discussion ensued relative to the reasons for the
inevitability of a monopoly if there were no recycling
contract.
Dr. Casey explained customers may pivot to a private hauler
if the county were to pass all of the cost to the customer.
In response to Mr. Winslow's question relative to how much
the county should subsidize the program and how much to pass
on to individual families, Ms. Vasquez confirmed she would be
discussing that question later in the presentation.
Ms. Vasquez discussed what to change and what to keep in the
contract. She reviewed what the changes might look like if
haulers could propose different services at different prices.
In response to Mr. Elswick's question, Ms. Vasquez stated
recycling that gets wet due to rain is generally not a
problem for processing except it causes the load to weigh
more. She further stated if the county renews the contract,
it may want customers to have carts which can be lifted by
the truck itself to make pickup safer and faster.
Ms. Vasquez reviewed operational and financial impacts if 1)
CVWMA continues with the current contract; 2) the contract
enters renegotiation before 2023; or 3) the contract is not
continued now or in the future. She discussed projected rates
if the contract continues as well as the county's revenue
requirements.
Dr. Casey clarified the rates being discussed are monthly,
per -household rates.
In response to Mr. Elswick's question relative to whether new
homes were included in the calculations, Ms. Vasquez stated
there are no new houses in this scenario.
In response to Ms. Jaeckle's question as to whether a study
was conducted to see what customers would pay for recycling,
Ms. Vasquez stated she is not aware of a survey of that kind
in the county but it has been done in other localities. She
further stated the typical response is between $2 and $5 per
month.
Dr. Casey discussed the challenges of calculating the cost of
the program based on the actual number of participants versus
the projected number of participants, as well as the number
of homes that continue to put out recycling despite having
opted out of the program.
In response to Mr. Winslow's question, Dr. Casey discussed
the estimated number of homes that put out recycling despite
having opted out of the program. He stated the number
fluctuates due to home sales which, by default, cause
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properties to automatically opt in to the recycling program.
He discussed the customer service challenges of requiring
homeowners to opt out of the program.
Ms. Vasquez stated there is an information disconnect because
the vendor and drivers cannot distinguish between paying
customers and those who set out recycling despite having
opted out of the program.
Dr. Casey stated one of the reasons for this discussion is
market volatility. He noted five or more years ago there was
a value to recycling but today no one wants to pick up
recycling because of the cost.
Ms. Vasquez continued her discussion of the projected revenue
requirements. She then reviewed recommendations for future
procurements.
Mr. Bowles discussed options for the program which include
maintaining the current program and its required financial
subsidy; discontinuing and privatizing the program; or
transitioning to a default -in program with restructured fees
based on the actual number of participants. He stated if fees
are restructured staff estimates an increase of between $7
and $9 annually which equates to an increase of $0.53 to
$0.75 on a monthly basis. He further stated staff could come
back to the Board in sixty to ninety days with an action
item.
In response to Ms. Jaeckle's question about transitioning to
a utility bill, Dr. Casey expressed concern regarding the
current process of including the recycling fee on the real
estate tax bill and stated he recommends a fee-based customer
service billing system. He noted his preference for the
vendor to take a direct billing relationship with the
customer but stated this could not be resolved under the
current contract. He further stated in the private sector the
cost may be $3 per month if recycling is combined with trash
services, but it could be twice as high if recycling is a
standalone service. He stated until the bill exceeds $40 to
$50 it is still the best deal for those who want recycling
services.
In response to Mr. Holland's question, Mr. Bowles confirmed
there is drop-off recycling available at the county's refuse
service centers.
In response to Mr. Holland's question, Dr. Casey stated there
are thirteen localities with CVWMA. He stated the county is
positioned for a good scope of services for the 2023 contract
if localities are on the same page.
Ms. Haley expressed her appreciation for the update and
stated she looks forward to continued updates. She further
stated this case study has been extremely helpful to analyze
where the county stands and whether to continue providing the
service at a reasonable rate or allow the marketplace to take
it on.
Dr. Casey stated the subsidy could grow to as much as $1
million which is not accounted for in the budget. He further
stated the revenue source is not there to offset the
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increase. He explained he would like to position the FY21
budget with a zero percent subsidy; with the county being a
proper and minimal middleman between the contract; and with a
fee that by default is always equal to the cost so it
automatically adjusts. He stated the June 5, 2020 real estate
tax bill may need to be the last bill under the existing
system to ensure no subsidy in this fiscal year if that is
the will of the Board.
Mr. Elswick stated the county got out of the landfill
business, and the private sector does it very well. He
further stated the government should get out of the recycling
business because it is not an essential service which the
government should provide.
Ms. Vasquez clarified the values for the revenue requirement
do not assume any disbursement as is currently done to
subsidize the obligation from the general fund. She stated if
the county continued to perform rate stabilization using
general fund money, those rates do not reflect that.
Ms. Jaeckle stated the challenge would be how other people
obtain recycling if not offered through the county. She
further stated the question for the future Board is whether
the county will continue to bill for recycling because it
appears the county may stop subsidizing the program. She
noted true recycling is using less.
Mr. Winslow agreed with Ms. Jaeckle and stated the future
Board could discuss how the county encourages reuse of
materials.
Ms. Haley stated the county is limited in what it can control
and it is not the only jurisdiction facing this issue. She
further stated 'improvement is needed in taking proactive
measures to reduce costs. She noted the county can be more
engaged on multiple levels because the difficulty is the
uncertainty with where this is going.
Dr. Casey stated the cost assumes people are putting
recycling out and multi -family housing and businesses are not
benefitting from the subsidy. He further stated staff would
like to come back to the Board during the budget process for
FY20 and FY21.
Ms. Haley thanked Mr. Bowles and Ms. Vasquez for the
presentation.
3.F. ANNUAL SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN UPDATE
Mr. Allan Carmody, Director of Finance, presented a required
annual report to the Board regarding the Chesterfield County
Public Schools Supplemental Retirement Plan. He provided
details of the total liability and unfunded liability noting
both continue to decline since the Plan was amended in 2017.
He stated Schools contributions to the trust have exceeded
the required amounts by more than $6 million over the period
of FY2018-FY2020. He further stated investment earnings and
excess contributions have resulted in the funded status
improving to 39.2 percent. He noted the funded ratio is
easily one year ahead of what was expected three years ago.
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He recommended the Board keep focus on the Plan and noted the
extra $2 million per year provided at year-end has really
helped this Plan progress in its funded status.
Discussion ensued relative to the earnings rate and whether
there will be further revision to that number.
Ms. Jaeckle commended Mr. Carmody for his efforts on this
undertaking.
Discussion ensued relative to the performance of the
committee as well as keeping the current pace with the
additional $2 million funding per year.
Mr. Scott Zaremba, Deputy County Administrator, stated the
county's Supplemental Retirement Plan assets increased by
almost a million dollars to approximately $38.4 million. He
further stated the net investment income was approximately
6.25 percent. He provided details of total pension liability
and net pension liability and stated the funded ratio is
98.77 percent. He explained total liability increased
slightly more than what the actuaries expected because of
public safety salary increases this year which were in excess
of what was projected. He stated the Plan is doing exactly as
expected in shutdown mode. He noted the number of active
participants continues to shrink as do recommended annual
contributions. He stated when the Plan was closed to new
employees on July 1, 2012 there were 3,318 active
participants compared to 1,811 participants currently which
is a 45% reduction in seven years. He further stated four
years ago the county's annual contribution to the fund was
$2.2 million compared to the FY20 contribution of $711,000
this month which equates to a 68 percent reduction in the
annual contribution over four years. He reiterated the Plan
is doing exactly as expected in shutdown mode and the county
is the envy of just about any pension plan in America.
4. REPORTS
4.A. QUARTERLY KEY FINANCIAL INDICATORS REPORT
4.B. DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS MONTHLY REPORT
4.C. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION SUBSTANTIAL ACCORD
DETERMINATION FOR CHESTERFIELD COUNTY UTILITIES
(CASE 20PD0137) TO PERMIT A WATER TREATMENT PLANT
AND WASTEWATER PUMP STATION IN GENERAL INDUSTRIAL
(I-2) DISTRICT LOCATED IN THE BERMUDA DISTRICT
The Board accepted the following reports: Quarterly Key
Financial Indicators Report; District Improvement Funds
Monthly Report; and Report of Planning Commission Substantial
Accord Determination for Chesterfield County Utilities (Case
20PD0137) to Permit a Water Treatment Plant and Wastewater
Pump Station in General Industrial (I-2) District Located in
the Bermuda District.
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5. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO SECTION 2.2-3711(A)(19),
CODE OF VIRGINIA, 1950, AS AMENDED, FOR DISCUSSION OF
PLANS AND REPORTS RELATED TO THE SECURITY OF COUNTY -OWNED
BUILDINGS IN THE AREA OF THE 1917 COURTHOUSE COMPLEX,
AND THE SAFETY OF PERSONS USING SUCH BUILDINGS
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
went into closed session pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(19)
to discuss plans and reports related to the security of
county -owned buildings in the area of the 1917 Courthouse
complex, and the safety of persons using such buildings.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Reconvening:
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has this day adjourned
into Closed Session in accordance with a formal vote of the
Board and in accordance with the provisions of the Virginia
Freedom of Information Act; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia Freedom of Information Act
effective July 1, 1989 provides for certification that such
Closed Session was conducted in conformity with law.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Supervisors
does hereby certify that to the best of each member's
knowledge, i) only public business matters lawfully exempted
from open meeting requirements under the Freedom of
Information Act were discussed in Closed Session to which
this certification applies, and ii) only such business
matters were identified in the motion by which the Closed
Session was convened were heard, discussed or considered by
the Board. No member dissents from this certification.
Ms.
Jaeckle:
Aye.
Mr.
Holland:
Aye.
Mr.
Winslow:
Aye.
Mr.
Elswick:
Aye.
Ms.
Haley:
Aye.
The Board recessed for dinner.
Reconvening:
6. INVOCATION
The Honorable Chris Winslow, Clover Hill District Supervisor,
gave the invocation.
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7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Colonel Jeffrey Katz, Chesterfield Police, led the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
8. FORTY -FIVE-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHEDULED
MATTERS
Ms. Haley read the following statement:
"First, let me say that we as a Board appreciate all of the
interest that so many of our constituents have in the current
climate regarding the importance of upholding the Second
Amendment. We also appreciate the concerns citizens have
about their and their families' safety in their communities.
As such, those passions and concerns bring us to a point of
heightened anxieties that have somewhat divided our community
and I think we are going to hear a lot of those noted
concerns tonight.
"In anticipation of that, we have combined all of our public
speaking comments to one timeframe and moved them in
anticipation to the onset of this meeting to try and
accommodate as many as we can.
"I want folks to understand that currently we understand that
we are a Dillon Rule state and this Board of Supervisors has
historically abided by and understood what our role and
responsibility to citizens is - and what our role isn't. Our
public safety folks understand what their roles are in
upholding the Constitution. We have been contacted by so very
many of you and realize that any actions we might consider
only serve to further possibly divide a community and give
you no protections as to any possible actions that state or
federal legislators might take. As such, please note that
your voices should be directed to those folks who need to
hear all of your compassion and your concerns. This Board
does not have an agenda item for action on our agenda for
this evening, but we are happy to listen and hear from our
citizens regarding your noted concerns. Additionally, we
intend to share all of your comments and any petitions or
other documents that you would like for us to follow up with
our local legislators.
"We also know that there are many folks who would like to
speak and may not get that opportunity. We have Board
procedures, and we follow those Board procedures for the
integrity of our work and the process within this county. As
you may have noticed, we have a very full agenda for this
evening and need to respect the time and attention to all of
the other issues of Chesterfield's business. As such, we ask
that you respect this process and our procedures and that you
also speak and act with respect to the other citizens in
attendance tonight. In advance I will thank you on behalf of
this Board, and madam clerk, will you call the speakers
please."
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Ms. Emily Hartman discussed the potentially detrimental
financial impacts to the county if the Second Amendment
sanctuary resolution were to be adopted.
Ms. Dale Tutton discussed the Dillon Rule and stated the
constitutionality of any law is a decision for a court to
make.
Ms. Susan Marusco of the Midlothian District discussed the
statistics of suicides committed with guns.
Ms. Susan McFarland of the Midlothian District expressed her
objections to the adoption of the Second Amendment sanctuary
resolution.
Ms. Gena Reeder of the Midlothian District asked the Board to
reject the Second Amendment sanctuary resolution noting the
importance of trust between citizens and law enforcement.
Ms. Meredith Baker of the Midlothian District asked the Board
to focus its attention on schools and zoning rather than the
Second Amendment sanctuary resolution.
Mr. Patrick Murphy of the Midlothian District spoke in favor
of the Second Amendment sanctuary resolution stating the
proposed stricter gun laws are unconstitutional.
Mr. Philip Van Cleave, President of the Virginia Citizens
Defense League, stated the Second Amendment sanctuary
resolution would send a message to the General Assembly to
stop the gun bills from becoming effective.
Mr. Timothy Forster from North Chesterfield expressed
concerns about government overreach and asked the Board to
formally commit to supporting Second Amendment rights.
Mr. Brian Baker, a Chesterfield resident, asked the Board to
protect the citizens of the county by adopting the Second
Amendment sanctuary resolution.
Mr. Luke Jeter of the Matoaca District asked the Board to ask
the General Assembly to preserve individual rights,
especially those guaranteed by the Second Amendment, and he
asked for a special public hearing relative to the Second
Amendment sanctuary resolution.
Mr. Chip Bradshaw of the Matoaca District asked the Board to
adopt the Second Amendment sanctuary resolution, noting
stricter gun laws do not make citizens safer.
Mr. Winslow recognized veterans and public safety personnel
in the audience and thanked them for their service. He
credited his grandfather for inspiring him to join the United
States Navy where he took an oath to uphold the United States
Constitution and the Bill of Rights. He stated he shares
concerns relative to many of the bills being considered in
the 2020 legislative session. He further stated many of the
candidates who won for delegate and senator in the November
election openly advocated for heavy-handed measures which
will make it harder for law-abiding citizens to legally own a
firearm. He noted these candidates portrayed their advocacy
as being rooted in concern for public safety, but they showed
little to no evidence that the proposed legislation would
have any impact on criminals. He also noted research on the
effectiveness of these bills nationwide is at best not
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conclusive and is thus not overly persuasive. He discussed
the 2008 Heller case which held that the Constitution
protects an individual's right to keep and bear arms
unconnected with service in the militia for the lawful
purpose of the individual's choosing. He clarified the
keeping of a weapon in the home is a narrow reading of the
ruling and is incorrect. He stated his position is that no
public funds should ever be allocated for an activity that
infringes upon the clearly defined legal rights to which all
Americans are entitled under the Constitution. He further
stated our nation is a nation of laws and not of men, and the
rule of law, the notion that the law of the land applies to
all people, forms the bedrock of our free society and has
been in existence in Western civilization since the Magna
Carta circa 1215. He stated the United States Constitution is
the supreme law of the land, and the Second Amendment is
special because it safeguards and buttresses all of the other
individual rights guaranteed to Americans in the Bill of
Rights. He further stated the Second Amendment and its
brother and sister amendments contained in the Bill of Rights
are worth defending. He thanked the speakers for their
important and personal statements and stated the new
lawmakers in the General Assembly need to receive the
messages of county citizens and this Board. He asked that
these comments be included in the record to be submitted to
the new legislature and the governor.
Ms. Jaeckle thanked everyone for coming and stated she is an
absolute gun rights supporter for many of the reasons stated.
She stated the change in language from gun control laws to
gun safety laws is a trick to make gun rights advocates look
bad. She further stated gun control laws only take rights
away from law-abiding citizens and criminals do not care
about laws. She stated it is dishonest and misleading for
politicians to pretend they are making people safer by
enacting gun control laws. She further stated there is
nothing more unsafe than a gun -free zone, and in a gun -free
zone only non -law-abiding people are armed. She recounted a
story of a father who felt unsafe and unable to protect his
family because he was not allowed to carry his gun in
schools. She stated if the professors at Virginia Tech had
been armed during the shootings in 2011, there would not have
been thirty-three students killed. She further stated it is
an aberration that gun control advocates are capitalizing on
parents' grief and presenting this false narrative. She noted
even though heroin is illegal there are heroin deaths all the
time and likewise gun control laws will not make people
safer. She stated we are a nation of laws and elections have
consequences. She further stated the people who were elected
are doing exactly what they said they were going to do. She
noted that change is a long, laborious process and asked the
citizens to get actively engaged in future election
processes. She pointed out redistricting was completed by a
professor in California for our House of Delegates. She
stated citizens need to get organized around these issues and
fight because this is the end result of those decisions. She
further stated she is a servant of the people and she has
taken every opportunity to listen. She noted this is the
first time all of the speaking slots were filled during the
citizen comment period on unscheduled matters and the Board
has worked hard to listen and respond. She cautioned citizens
to be aware of politicians who are using them to grandstand
for themselves. She stated citizens need to work with people
who are going to work on trying to get things changed, not
just being in the public eye. She further stated she would be
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calling upon citizens to help elect the right politicians at
a state level to get the laws the citizens want.
Mr. Elswick expressed his appreciation to everyone in
attendance. He stated the police chief, sheriff, and county
attorney would all agree the county is already a
constitutional and Second Amendment county and they will work
hard to keep it that way. He further stated the county
supports the Constitutions of the Commonwealth of Virginia
and the United States and will continue to do so. He
recognized the public safety personnel who died in the line
of duty to enforce the Constitution of the United States. He
stated the members of the Board and every public safety
officer took an oath to uphold and follow the Constitution of
the United States and each one will continue to do so.
Mr. Holland applauded the passion of those in attendance both
inside and outside the public meeting room. He stated he has
always valued and supported each individual's safety and
rights including rights for which the Board has adopted
resolutions such as the Equal Rights Amendment. He pointed
out a resolution by the Board would not achieve the goals of
Second Amendment gun rights supporters. He stated he does not
support a Second Amendment sanctuary resolution at this time.
He further stated he supports commonsense methods to ensure
all individual rights are protected and especially the
sanctity of life. He noted as a Vietnam veteran he used
multiple weapons in the line of duty and he has taken an oath
of office to support the Constitutions of the United States
and the Commonwealth of Virginia, not just with words but
with deeds and actions. He thanked everyone for attending.
The Board took a ten-minute recess.
Reconvening:
9. COUNTY ADMINISTRATION UPDATE
9.A. YEAR-END REVIEW VIDEO SEGMENT
Dr. Casey introduced a video produced by the Communications
and Media Department highlighting the many successful
initiatives and events of the county during 2019.
9.B. VIRGINIA LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
COMMISSION PRESENTATION
Dr. Casey introduced Newport News Sheriff Gabriel Morgan,
Sr., chairman of the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional
Standards Commission Executive Board, to present the sixth
re -accreditation award to Colonel Jeffrey Katz, Chief of
Police.
Sheriff Morgan commended the Police department for its
efforts to achieve re -accreditation and noted the community
is well -served by the Police Department.
Colonel Katz, accompanied by Accreditation Manager Lora Brown
and Office of Professional Standards Commander Captain Randy
Horowitz, expressed his appreciation to staff for their
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commitment to and coordination of the accreditation process.
He thanked the Board for its support and resources.
Ms. Haley thanked Colonel Katz for his leadership and
commended his team for this well-deserved award.
9.C. PROCUREMENT REPORT
Dr. Casey stated the Procurement Department has begun
publishing an annual report. He discussed new measures taken
to encourage county purchases from local and regional
businesses. He stated the report is available to the public
through the county's website.
9.D. OTHER COUNTY UPDATES
There were no additional county updates.
10. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS
Mr. Holland stated he was pleased to attend the annual
Chesterfield County Public Safety Bowl at Carver Middle
School which benefits the Chesterfield Food Bank. He noted
while Fire and EMS won this year, the Police Department looks
forward to reclaiming the trophy next year.
11. RESOLUTIONS
Ms. Haley thanked those in attendance for their patience as
the Board changed its normal procedures to accommodate
speakers this evening.
11.E. RECOGNIZING MR. ALLAN CARMODY, FINANCE DIRECTOR,
UPON HIS RETIREMENT
Mr. Matt Harris, Deputy County Administrator, introduced Mr.
Allan Carmody, who was present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Carmody began his career with Chesterfield
County on June 7, 1993, as a Construction Coordinator in the
Capital Projects Office, overseeing the design and
construction of various county facilities; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carmody was promoted to Capital Finance
Administrator in 1996, Budget Manager in 1998, Director of
Budget in Management in 2006, and will be retiring from his
role as Director of Finance to which he was promoted in 2016;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carmody has served on numerous committees
at the local, state and national levels, including the
Capital Construction and Accountability Committee, the
Management Services Quality Council, the Government Finance
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Officers' Association's committee on economic development and
capital planning, the Virginia Association of Counties
Finance Committee, VRS Defined Contribution Plan Advisory
Committee, and a gubernatorial appointment to the
Commonwealth's Design/Build Construction Management Review
Board; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Carmody has managed the meetings and work
plan of the County's Audit and Finance Committee, as well as
participated as a presenter for the Speakers Bureau and the
Government Citizen's Academy, and served as the keynote
speaker at 2012 National Association of Independent Public
Finance Advisors conference, served as a repeat panelist the
Richmond Region ACE forum, presenting on capital projects
outlook and procurement strategies; and served as a National
Government Finance Officers' Association Trainer, offering
input on GFOA's capital budgeting and finance course
curriculum; and,
WHEREAS, during his tenure in the Budget and Management
Office, Mr. Carmody oversaw the design and implementation of
the Blueprint Chesterfield initiative which is a resource
allocation and communication tool; the Blueprint program has
been presented at statewide and national conferences,
garnering multiple awards and interest from many other local
governments; and,
WHEREAS, under Mr. Carmody's leadership he was able to
resolve issues with program management for the county's
Community Development Block, lead the county through the
development and adoption of some of the county's most
challenging budgets in modern history during the Great
Recession, helm public facility referenda in 2004 and 2013
during which projects received overwhelming community
support; and,
WHEREAS, the county has made significant strides in the
utilization of technology for finance functions and Mr.
Carmody co -led the implementation of the county's Enterprise
Resource Planning system, and also assisted in the
implementation of Computer Aided Mass Appraisal, Stratis
business intelligence software, PiNG for e -procurement, and a
new Tax Management System; and,
WHEREAS, during his tenure as the Director of Finance
Mr. Carmody stabilized the school division's supplemental
retirement program trust fund by authoring the plan
administrator's annual report, selecting a new investment
manager and new actuary, and developed key financial metric
tracking tools; served as a board member for the Riverside
Regional Jail Authority; and provided day-to-day oversight to
Accounting, Budget and Management, Procurement, and the Real
Estate Assessor's Office; and,
WHEREAS, more broadly, Mr. Carmody created and captained
the county's cash proffer program, controlled per capita
spending at or below the rate of inflation, and had the
county's Triple -AAA bond rating reaffirmed annually during
his tenure.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of December,
publicly recognizes Mr. Allan M. Carmody and extends on
behalf of its members and the residents of Chesterfield
County, appreciation for over 26 years of exceptional service
to the county.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mr. Carmody, and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Ms. Haley presented the executed resolution to Mr. Carmody,
accompanied by his family, and expressed appreciation for his
outstanding service and the legacy of teamwork he has left
the county.
Dr. Casey presented Mr. Carmody with an engraved brick and
county watch, expressed appreciation for his many years of
dedicated service to the county and wished him well in his
retirement.
Mr. Carmody thanked the Board of Supervisors for the
confidence placed in him throughout his career and expressed
his appreciation to county staff who worked behind the scenes
to support him.
A standing ovation followed.
11.A. RECOGNIZING MS. ROSA MARSHALL, FAMILY SERVICES
PROGRAM MANAGER, UPON HER RETIREMENT
Ms. Kiva Rogers, Director of Social Services, introduced Ms.
Rosa Marshall, who was present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Ms. Rosa Watkins Marshall began her career in
public services in Virginia in July 1989 with the
Chesterfield Mental Health Department, later moving to the
Chesterfield -Colonial Heights Department of Social Services
in December 1991; and
WHEREAS, in her roles as employment services worker,
social worker, senior social worker, supervisor, and program
manager, Ms. Marshall provided services to external and
internal customers and was an outstanding organizer and
resource developer who responded with dedication, commitment
and passion to ensure the needs of citizens were met; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Marshall has committed her social work
skills and social work practice to improve the social
services system; and
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WHEREAS, Ms. Marshall has provided services and
leadership in the areas of employment services, child
protective services, community outreach and child care,
helping to shape each of these areas into exemplary programs;
and
WHEREAS, in the mid - 1990's Ms. Marshall was
instrumental in developing and implementing the department's
practices to successfully launch the Virginia Initiative for
Employment Not Welfare Program (VIEW) and participating in
the County's Total Quality Improvement (TQI) efforts serving
as an original TQI facilitator; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Marshall has consistently been a team
player with department and county partners as well as the
community at large, resulting in many collaborative
partnerships focused on meeting the employment, training and
resource needs of vulnerable citizens; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Marshall played key roles in the
development of the department's Quality Council later named
the Council for Performance Excellence, the Training and
Professional Development workgroup, the Trauma Informed
Leadership Team (TILT) and various agency and county
workgroups to promote excellence in the workplace; and
WHEREAS, she has played a leadership role in developing
and carrying out the duties of coordinating the department's
Quality Assurance Audits and Title IV -E Workgroup, improving
and streamlining processes; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Marshall has been a dedicated advocate for
adults, children and families by working tirelessly to engage
all partners of the social services system in improving and
developing programs designed to promote self-sufficiency; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Marshall has championed the need to ensure
all citizens have an opportunity to receive employment
support through her diligent efforts to create an Employment
Center in 2015; and
WHEREAS, through the development of the Employment
Center and employment services for all citizens of
Chesterfield County and the City of Colonial Heights, she has
led the team to successfully implement job fairs, workshops,
training and community collaborations that have helped move
the organization from a transactional to transformational
approach to service delivery; and
WHEREAS, through her contributions on department,
community, state -level workgroups and task forces addressing
policy, practice, programs and staffing, she has helped to
shape and influence service delivery on a local and state
levels, winning the respect and admiration of colleagues and
citizens; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Marshall has dutifully carried out the
department's mission, for over thirty years, through her
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collaborative efforts and the provision of outstanding
customer service and auidance to vulnerable citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors publicly recognizes the
outstanding contributions of Ms. Rosa Watkins Marshall and
wishes to express the appreciation of all residents for her
service to the County and offers congratulations upon her
retirement.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of the
resolution be presented to Ms. Marshall and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors on Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Ms. Haley presented the executed resolution to Ms. Marshall,
accompanied by her family, and expressed appreciation for her
outstanding service and the positive impact she has had on
citizens.
Dr. Casey presented Ms. Marshall with an engraved brick and
county watch, expressed appreciation for her outstanding
service to the county and wished her well in her retirement.
Ms. Marshall thanked the Board of Supervisors for the
recognition and expressed her appreciation for the trust
placed in her to take a vision and make it a reality.
A standing ovation followed.
11.B. RECOGNIZING MR. STYLIAN "STEL" P. PARTHEMOS, SENIOR
DEPUTY COUNTY ATTORNEY, UPON HIS RETIREMENT
Mr. Jeffrey Mincks, County Attorney, introduced Mr. Stylian
"Stel" P. Parthemos, who was present to receive the
resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, in 1987, Mr. Stylian ("Stel") Parthemos left a
successful private law practice and dedicated the next 32
years to serving Chesterfield County as an Assistant, Senior
Assistant, Deputy and finally, Senior Deputy County Attorney;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Parthemos is widely recognized, admired,
and respected as an excellent lawyer, a fierce litigator, a
successful negotiator, and a creative advisor, and county
officials at all levels seek out his insight and value his
ability to solve their problems, however complicated; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure, Mr. Parthemos has become an
expert in a variety of legal areas including personal injury,
civil rights, public utilities, constitutional law, the
Freedom of Information Act, purchasing, and construction
disputes and has litigated numerous cases in federal and
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state courts at the trial and appellate level with astounding
success; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Parthemos has successfully defended the
county against legal attacks on the Board of Supervisors'
invocation practices and cash proffer policies; in multi-
million dollar complex construction disputes; in sensitive
employment discrimination litigation; and in zoning
challenges affecting large numbers of county citizens,, and he
has been an instrumental part of the success of the County
Attorney's Office and of the protection of the legal health
of the county as a whole; and
WHEREAS, the legal community has also recognized Mr.
Parthemos' profound achievements as a lawyer, and the Local
Government Attorney's Association of Virginia awarded him
with the Robert Cherin Award in 2013, which recognizes the
most distinguished assistant or deputy local government
attorney in Virginia; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Parthemos' professionalism as a lawyer, his
loyalty to the county, his commitment to ethics, and his
devotion to his family makes him a role model for all lawyers
-- public and private, and for public employees in general;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Parthemos will be greatly missed by his
office and by his many clients.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this lith day of December 2019,
publicly celebrates the exemplary career achievements of Mr.
Stylian "Stel" P. Parthemos and thanks him for his service to
the county.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mr. Parthemos and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Ms. Haley presented the executed resolution to Mr. Parthemos,
accompanied by his wife, and thanked him for his invaluable
legal guidance and leadership during his career.
Dr. Casey presented Mr. Parthemos with an engraved brick and
county watch, expressed appreciation for his outstanding
service to the county and wished him well in his retirement.
Mr. Parthemos thanked the Board of Supervisors for the
recognition.
A standing ovation followed.
11.C. RECOGNIZING MS. JANA CARTER, DIRECTOR OF CITIZEN
INFORMATION AND RESOURCES, UPON HER RETIREMENT
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Ms. Sarah Snead, Deputy County Administrator, introduced Mrs.
Jana D. Carter, who was present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mrs. Jana D. Carter will retire from
Chesterfield County effective January 1, 2020, after a
distinguished 34 -year career; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Carter joined Chesterfield County in 1985
as the director of Housing Programs, where she improved the
quality of life for citizens by establishing the county's
first housing assistance programs; and
WHEREAS, as the administrator of Youth Planning and
Development, from 1996-2005, and the Director of Juvenile
Services from 2005-2017, Mrs. Carter provided leadership,
strategic direction, and financial oversight for six juvenile
services departments; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Carter facilitated the transformation of
the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Task Force into SAFE Inc., the
award-winning county, school and community non-profit
coalition focused on engaging the community to prevent
substance abuse, and served as a founding member of the SAFE
Board of Directors; and
WHEREAS, in partnership with human service stakeholders,
Mrs. Carter led many successful collaborative initiatives
that improved access to information and resources, including
the development, launch and promotion of a Community Care
app, the School Readiness Coalition's redesign and promotion
of parenting.chesterfield.gov, initiating a process for
conducting biennial community youth surveys, and transforming
the county's youth group home residential program to a day
reporting center, resulting in improved services for juvenile
offenders and their parents; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Carter provided leadership and direction
to the Board of Supervisors -appointed Youth Citizen Board and
raised visibility and community support for youth -focused
issues and events, such as town hall meetings, Model County
Government Day, and Outstanding Youth awards; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Carter co-authored six consecutive
successful America's Promise award submissions, resulting in
the county being the only locality in Virginia to be named
"One of the 100 Best Communities in America for Young People"
each of six years of the competition; and
WHEREAS, in 2017 Mrs. Carter was appointed director of
the newly created department of Citizen Information and
Resources, and since then has provided exemplary leadership,
financial oversight, planning and coordination for the
department, which supports aging and disability services,
youth services, mobility services and community engagement,
including volunteer and multicultural services, and she also
provided leadership for Adolescent Reporting programs,
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Children's Services, the Davis Child Advocacy Center and the
Virginia Juvenile Community Crime Control Act and served as
liaison to the Court Services Unit; and
WHEREAS, some of her achievements in this role include
facilitating the organizational changes necessary to
establish a new county department that merged staff and
programs from a variety of county departments; supporting the
establishment and subsequent expansion of the Davis Child
Advocacy Center; supporting the development and launch of
Access On Demand, and supporting the development and
implementation of My Chesterfield Academy, which is the first
of its kind in the state; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Carter served in numerous leadership roles
including the County Administrator's Performance Council,
Dean of Chesterfield University's School of Leadership and
Personal Effectiveness, the Virginia Association of Local
Human Service Officials, Smart Beginnings Greater Richmond
and Chesterfield Communities In Schools Board of Directors,
Chesterfield -Colonial Heights School Readiness Coalition,
Community Policy and Management Team, United Way Community
Building Committee, and many more; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Carter received SAFE'S Sharyl W. Adams
award in 2019 for her exemplary contributions to community
engagement for prevention of substance abuse; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Carter has been an invaluable mentor to
fellow directors and others, patiently guiding them in
navigating the county, lending an objective ear and assisting
with problem -solving, and serving as a model for
professionalism and integrity; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of December 2019,
publicly recognizes the dedication, exemplary achievements
and noteworthy local government contributions of Mrs. Jana
Carter and expresses appreciation on behalf of all
Chesterfield County residents and extends their best wishes
for a long and happy retirement.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mrs. Carter and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Ms. Haley presented the executed resolution to Mrs. Carter,
accompanied by her husband, and expressed her gratitude for
her outstanding service, especially to the youth of the
county.
Dr. Casey presented Mrs. Carter with an engraved brick and
county watch, expressed appreciation for her exceptional and
faithful service to the county and wished her well in her
retirement.
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Mrs. Carter thanked the Board of Supervisors for the
recognition.
A standing ovation followed.
11.D. RECOGNIZING MR. CAREY ADAMS, TREASURER, UPON HIS
RETIREMENT
Mr. Matt Harris, Deputy County Administrator, introduced Mr.
Carey A. Adams, who was present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Carey A. Adams, after earning an
undergraduate degree in Accounting from Virginia Tech, Magna
Cum Laude, worked for the international accounting firm of
Arthur Young for 5 years in their audit practice and obtained
his certified public accountant license in 1985; and
WHEREAS, in May 1988, Mr. Adams began his career with
Chesterfield County as Accounting Manager and was promoted to
Chief Deputy Treasurer in February 1992; and
WHEREAS, on January 1, 2017, Mr. Adams was appointed
Treasurer upon the retirement of Treasurer Richard A. Cordle;
and
WHEREAS, in November 2017, Mr. Adams was elected
Treasurer by the citizens of the County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Adams actively participated on numerous
committees and focus groups, including the County's Minority
Internship Committee, Treasurer's Association of Virginia
Education Committee and several other groups in support of
the County's total quality improvement initiative; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Adams implemented many innovations and
process improvements which enhanced customer service and
resulted in cost savings, which included the implementation
of a new tax management system, one of the largest system
implementations in the County's history, with no business
interruption for customers, consolidated statement billings,
a new tax payment portal which significantly enhanced
taxpayers' ability to pay with ease, convenience and
accuracy; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Adams was responsible for reducing customer
wait times in the Treasurer's Office on the June 5th tax due
date to the lowest in the County's history; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Adams was responsible for safeguarding
County funds under his control, maintaining accurate
accounting records, and establishing and maintaining a strong
system of internal controls and management oversight that
ensured fiscal integrity and helped attain and maintain the
County's coveted AAA bond rating from all three rating
agencies; and
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WHEREAS, Mr. Adams implemented changes to investment
policies and procedures which resulted in significant
increases in interest earnings, far exceeding the last
several years; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Adams was passionate about serving all
customers with fairness and excellence and, leading by
example, worked tirelessly alongside staff, assisting
hundreds of walk-in taxpayers during peak periods; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Adams will be sorely missed for his
faithful service, his unwavering commitment to fiscal
integrity and ethics, his dedication to excellence in
customer service and treasury management, and his wife's
famous cupcakes; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this lith day of December 2019,
publicly recognizes Mr. Carey A. Adams for his 31 years of
exemplary service to the residents of Chesterfield County,
and conveys to Mr. Adams best wishes for a long, happy, and
fulfilling retirement.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mr. Adams and that this resolution
be permanently recorded among the papers of this Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Ms. Haley presented the executed resolution to Mr. Adams,
accompanied by his family, and thanked him for his
outstanding service.
Dr. Casey presented Mr. Adams with an engraved brick and
county watch, congratulated him on his retirement and
expressed appreciation for his exemplary service.
Mr. Adams thanked the Board of Supervisors for the
recognition and expressed his gratitude to the Treasurer's
Office staff for their support.
A standing ovation followed.
11.F. RECOGNIZING MS. JANICE BLAKLEY, CLERK TO THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS, UPON HER RETIREMENT
Mr. Matt Harris, Deputy County Administrator, introduced Ms.
Janice Blakley, who was present to receive the resolution.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Ms. Janice B. Blakley will retire from
Chesterfield County on January 1, 2020, after providing more
than 28 years of dedicated service to the residents of
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, the Office of the Clerk to the Board of
Supervisors provides professional support and communication
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to the Board of Supervisors, through administrative and
records management functions, and serves as the vital link
among Board members, citizens and other local entities; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Blakley has provided an outstanding service
to Chesterfield County, including her diligent and faithful
commitment as Clerk to the Board of Supervisors since October
2007; and
WHEREAS, prior to her appointment as clerk, Ms. Blakley
provided quality service as Legal Secretary in the County
Attorney's Office and as Deputy Clerk to the Board of
Supervisors; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Blakley has been instrumental in developing
technological advancements to make disseminating information
much more efficient and initiated the creation of numerous
additional informative documents currently provided by the
Clerk's Office to assist citizens and employees; and
WHEREAS, through Ms. Blakley's leadership, the Clerk's
Office has grown its excellent reputation as an information
hub for the county and has built cooperative relationships
with residents, other governmental and regional
organizations, community groups, local nonprofits, businesses
and other members of the community; and
WHEREAS, as a result of her extraordinary job
performance, Ms. Blakley was selected as County
Administration's Employee of the Year in 2003, 2006 and 2013;
and
WHEREAS, Ms. Blakley has served on the Chesterfield
Employee Association since 2001 and has been deemed "Miss
Volunteer Extraordinaire" by her peers; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Blakley received the designation of
Certified Municipal Clerk in 2002, and earned the prestigious
designation of Master Municipal Clerk in 2013; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Blakley has been an active member of the
Virginia Municipal Clerks Association, serving on several
committees and as Regional Director for a number of years,
and helped facilitate Chesterfield County's very successful
hosting of the association's annual meeting in 2005; and
WHEREAS, as a result of her positive attitude and the
innovative ideas she provided to the association, Ms.
Blakley's peers from throughout the state considered her a
valuable resource and nominated her several times as VMCA'S
Clerk of the Year; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Blakley has always rendered invaluable
service to each member of the Board of Supervisors, enabling
them to perform their duties more efficiently, and her many
acts of kindness, her cheerful disposition and high degree of
productiveness and professionalism will be sorely missed by
the Board and others, to enjoy a well-deserved retirement
that will be marked by more time spent with family and
friends, her commitment to her church, and her fondness for
the beach.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of December 2019,
publicly recognizes Ms. Janice B. Blakley and extends on
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behalf of its members and the residents of Chesterfield
County, appreciation for over 28 years of exceptional service
to the county.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be
presented to Ms. Blakley, and that this resolution be
permanently recorded among the papers of this Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Ms. Haley presented the executed resolution to Ms. Blakley,
accompanied by her family, and thanked her for her invaluable
service to the Board and the citizens of the county.
Dr. Casey presented Ms. Blakley with an engraved brick and
county watch, expressed appreciation for her exceptional and
faithful service to the county and wished her well in her
retirement.
Ms. Blakley thanked the Board of Supervisors for the
recognition.
A standing ovation followed.
11.G. RECOGNIZING THE HONORABLE STEPHEN A. ELSWICK AND
THE HONORABLE DOROTHY A. JAECKLE FOR THEIR
EXEMPLARY SERVICE AS MEMBERS OF THE CHESTERFIELD
COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Ms. Haley introduced The Honorable Stephen A. Elswick and The
Honorable Dorothy A. Jaeckle, who were present to receive the
resolutions.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr.. Winslow, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Stephen A. Elswick was first elected to the
Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors in 2011,
representing the Matoaca magisterial district; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Elswick was re-elected in 2015 and has
served honorably for eight years, providing his constituents
and all the residents of Chesterfield County with public
service marked by integrity and commitment; and
WHEREAS, during his two terms of service, Mr. Elswick
was elected by his peers to serve as Chairman of the Board of
Supervisors in 2015 and 2016; and
WHEREAS, prior to being elected to the Board of
Supervisors, Mr. Elswick faithfully served the Chesterfield
Fire and Emergency Services Department for 31 years, starting
as a firefighter in 1973, working through the ranks and
retiring after 6-1/2 years as the county's Fire Chief; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Elswick's leadership and insight have
significantly contributed to steady, noteworthy improvement
in Chesterfield County's quality of life and stature as a
nationally -recognized leader among local governments; and
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WHEREAS, Mr. Elswick has also lent his talents to serve
on the County -Schools Liaison Committee; Audit and Finance
Committee; Capital Region Airport Commission; Plan RVA
(formerly the Richmond Regional Planning District
Commission); Richmond Regional Transportation Planning
Organization; Capital Region Collaborative; Crater Planning
District Commission; Tri -Cities Metropolitan Planning
Organization; and the Richmond Metropolitan Authority; and
WHEREAS, while serving on the Board of Supervisors, Mr.
Elswick and his fellow board members met the challenge of
appointing a new County Administrator and Police Chief
following the retirements of long -tenured county employees
serving in these positions; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Elswick was instrumental in initiating a
successful bond referendum in 2013 approved by the voters for
$304 million in school renovations and $49 million in public
safety and emergency communications needs and advancing
revitalization of aging school infrastructure through the
bond referendum; adopting a new Comprehensive Plan for the
county that will guide its future growth and development
while maintaining a high quality of life for residents and
businesses; adopting a reformed cash proffer policy with 100
percent of the maximum cash proffer dedicated to road
infrastructure; and tremendously increasing sports tourism in
Chesterfield County through the acquisition of River City
Sportsplex and other initiatives; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Elswick provided unwavering support to
Virginia State University and the Ettrick community during
his service on the board, through the establishment of
regular Town and Gown meetings between the leadership of the
university and the county government; preservation of the
Summerseat historic building; dedication of the Appomattox
River Trail; and construction of the VSU/Randolph Farm water
tank; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Elswick was instrumental in effecting
significant transportation improvements in the county,
including the widening of East River Road in Ettrick; Hull
Street Road widening; Woolridge Road widening; and the
roundabout at Genito and Otterdale roads; and
WHEREAS, during Mr. Elswick's tenure, the county has
announced 98 new economic development projects and more than
$4,763,553,000 in investment, as well as 8,238 new jobs; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Elswick is concluding his service on the
Board of Supervisors during the year when the county broke
ground on the Manchester and Matoaca Middle School
renovations, as well as the new Matoaca Elementary School;
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Elswick's insight, leadership and many
talents will be missed, but long will be remembered by the
Board of Supervisors and the residents of Chesterfield
County, Virginia.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of December 2019,
publicly recognizes The Honorable Stephen A. Elswick, extends
sincerest appreciation for eight years of exemplary public
service as the Matoaca District Supervisor, and offers best
wishes for his future endeavors.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Mr. Elswick and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Ms. Dorothy A. Jaeckle was first elected to the
Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors in 2007,
representing the Bermuda magisterial district; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Jaeckle was re-elected in 2011 and 2015 and
has served honorably for 12 years, providing her constituents
and all the residents of Chesterfield County with public
service marked by integrity and commitment; and
WHEREAS, during her three terms of service, Ms. Jaeckle
was elected by her peers to serve as Chair of the Board of
Supervisors in 2013, 2017 and again in 2018; and
WHEREAS, prior to being elected to the Board of
Supervisors, Ms. Jaeckle represented the Bermuda District as
a member of the Committee on the Future from 1992-2003,
served as Chair from 1996-2000, and was instrumental in the
creation of four of the committee's reports; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Jaeckle's leadership and insight have
significantly contributed to steady, noteworthy improvement
in Chesterfield County's quality of life and stature as a
nationally -recognized leader among local governments; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Jaeckle has also lent her talents to serve
on the Chesterfield -Colonial Heights Social Services Board;
County -Schools Liaison Committee; Henricus Board; Plan RVA
(formerly the Richmond Regional Planning District
Commission); Crater Planning District Commission; Sports
Backers Board; and Virginia's Gateway Region Board; and
WHEREAS, while serving on the Board of Supervisors, Ms.
Jaeckle and her fellow board members met the challenge of
appointing a new County Administrator and Police Chief
following the retirements of long -tenured county employees
serving in these positions; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Jaeckle was instrumental in initiating a
successful bond resolution in 2013 approved by the voters for
$304 million in school renovations and $49 million in public
safety and emergency communications needs and advancing
revitalization of aging school infrastructure through the
bond referendum, including a replacement Enon Elementary
School; adopting a new Comprehensive Plan for the county that
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will guide its future growth and development while
maintaining a high quality of life for residents and
businesses; adopting the Northern Jefferson Davis Special
Area Plan, providing a roadmap for the future development of
the Jefferson Davis Corridor; adopting a reformed cash
proffer policy with 100 percent of the maximum cash proffer
dedicated to road infrastructure; and tremendously increasing
sports tourism in Chesterfield County through the acquisition
of River City Sportsplex and other initiatives; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Jaeckle was instrumental in effecting
significant transportation improvements in the county,
including pedestrian improvements in Chester along Route 10,
Harrowgate Road, Osborne Road, and Old Centralia Road;
widening of Route 10; and construction of the 295/Meadowville
interchange; and
WHEREAS, during Ms. Jaeckle's tenure, the county has
announced 139 new economic development projects and more than
$5,235,978,000 in investment, as well as 11,807 new jobs; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Jaeckle is concluding her service of the
Board of Supervisors during the year when the county broke
ground on the long-awaited Baxter Perkinson Center for the
Arts; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Jaeckle's insight, leadership and many
talents will be missed, but long will be remembered by the
Board of Supervisors and the residents of Chesterfield
County, Virginia.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 11th day of December 2019,
publicly recognizes The Honorable Dorothy A. Jaeckle, extends
sincerest appreciation for 12 years of exemplary public
service as the Bermuda District Supervisor, and offers best
wishes for her future endeavors.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this
resolution be presented to Ms. Jaeckle and that this
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of this
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Ms. Haley presented the executed resolutions to Mr. Elswick
and Ms. Jaeckle and thanked them for their professionalism,
camaraderie and exemplary service.
Ms. Jaeckle thanked the Board of Supervisors for the
recognition and expressed her gratitude to staff and Dr.
Casey for working tirelessly to support the Board. She noted
the respect among the Board members. She credited the
citizens of the county for being her favorite thing about
serving on the Board.
Mr. Elswick thanked the Board of Supervisors for the
recognition and agreed there is great respect among the Board
members. He expressed his appreciation to county staff for
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their hard work. He acknowledged citizens of his district who
used their heart and passion for the betterment of their
community.
A standing ovation followed.
12. NEW BUSINESS
12.A. APPOINTMENTS
12.A.1. RIVERSIDE REGIONAL JAIL AUTHORITY
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Mr. Elswick, the Board
nominated/appointed Mr. Matt Harris, Deputy County
Administrator, to serve as the county's member on the Board
of Directors of the Riverside Regional Jail Authority, whose
term is effective January 1, 2020 and expires on June 30,
2022. (It is noted Mr. Harris will fill an unexpired term due
to the retirement of Mr. Allan Carmody.)
And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Chapter 726 of the 1990 Acts of Assembly
created the Riverside Regional Jail Authority (the
"Authority"), which legislation was amended by Chapter 228 of
the 1993 Acts of Assembly and Chapter 642 of the 1999 Acts of
Assembly; and
WHEREAS, the Board of the Authority consists of the
sheriff from each member jurisdiction and one additional
member (plus an alternate, if desired) from the jurisdiction
appointed by the governing body for a four-year term; and
WHEREAS, the terms of the member and alternate appointed
by the governing bodies expire June 30, 2022.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County that Mr. Matt Harris is
appointed as a member of the Board of the Riverside Regional
Jail Authority, filling Mr. Carmody's unexpired term
beginning January 1, 2020, and ending June 30, 2022.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.A.2. COUNTY SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN
On motion of Mr. Winslow, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
appointed Ms. Donna Arrington, Assistant Director of
Accounting, as trustee to the County Supplemental Retirement
Plan, whose term is effective January 1, 2020. (It is noted
Ms. Arrington will replace Ms. Patsy Brown, Director of
Accounting, due to her retirement.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
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12.B. CONSENT ITEMS
12.B.1. REAL PROPERTY REQUESTS
12.B.1.a. CONVEYANCE OF EASEMENTS
12.B.1.a.1. TO VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY AT THE
NEW MATOACA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the
County Administrator to execute an agreement with Virginia
Electric and Power Company for a variable width underground
easement for service to the new Matoaca Elementary School,
20300 Halloway Road. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed
with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.1.a.2. TO VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY AT
CHESTER CENTER FOR THE ARTS
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the
County Administrator to execute an agreement with Virginia
Electric and Power Company for a 15 -foot underground easement
for service to the Chester Center for Arts. (It is noted a
copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.1.a.3. TO COLUMBIA GAS OF VIRGINIA, INC. FOR SERVICE TO
THE NEW HARROWGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the
County Administrator to execute an agreement with Columbia
Gas of Virginia, Inc. for conveyance of an easement for
service to the new Harrowgate Elementary School. (It is noted
a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.1.b. REQUESTS FOR PERMISSIONS
12.B.1.b.1. TO CONNECT PROPERTY AT 3637 LAURA ROAD TO THE
CITY OF COLONIAL HEIGHTS' WATER SYSTEM
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
granted James G. Kester and Rhonda Lynn Kester permission to
connect property at 3637 Laura Road to the City of Colonial
Heights' water system and authorized the County Administrator
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to execute the water connection agreement in a form
acceptable to the County Attorney. (It is noted a copy of the
plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.1.b.2. TO CONNECT PROPERTY AT 19310 BRANDERS BRIDGE
ROAD TO THE CITY OF COLONIAL HEIGHTS' WATER
SYSTEM
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
granted John W. Barkley permission to connect property at
19310 Branders Bridge Road to the City of Colonial Heights,
water system and authorized the County Administrator to
execute the water connection agreement in a form acceptable
to the County Attorney. (It is noted a copy of the plat is
filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.1.b.3. TO CONNECT PROPERTY AT 17241 BRANDERS BRIDGE
ROAD TO THE CITY OF COLONIAL HEIGHTS' WATER
SYSTEM
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
granted Richard A. Brink and Amy L. Brink permission to
connect property at 17241 Branders Bridge Road to the City of
Colonial Heights, water system and authorize the County
Administrator to execute the water connection agreement in a
form acceptable to the County Attorney. (It is noted a copy
of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.1.c. DESIGNATION OF DRAINAGE EASEMENTS FOR VDOT
MAINTENANCE, A TRAFFIC SIGNAL EASEMENT FOR VDOT
MAINTENANCE AND A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION
EASEMENT AND CONVEYANCE OF AN EASEMENT TO
VERIZON VIRGINIA, LLC FOR THE ROUTE 10 (IRON
BRIDGE ROAD) FROM WHITEPINE ROAD TO FRITH LANE
PROJECT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
designated drainage easements for VDOT maintenance, a traffic
signal easement for VDOT maintenance and a temporary
construction easement and conveyance of an easement to
Verizon Virginia, LLC for the Route 10 (Iron Bridge Road)
from Whitepine Road to Frith Lane Project. (It is noted a
copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
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12.B.2. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS
12.B.2.a. RECOGNIZING MS. MARGARET ELLEN CARLINI
FOR HER OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY/HENRICUS
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, The Henricus Foundation and Chesterfield County
have recommended recognition of the significant contributions
made by Ms. Margaret Ellen Carlini as the Education
Supervisor at Henricus Historical Park; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Carlini dedicated herself to the education
of the citizens of Chesterfield County, the Commonwealth of
Virginia, and the United States of America; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Carlini taught nearly 25,000 school
students each academic year through SOL -aligned educational
programs about life in 17th -century Virginia; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Carlini provided educational programming
for nearly half a million students and tens of thousands of
adult citizens, including other teachers, from 2007 through
2019 from all corners of the Commonwealth of Virginia and
beyond; and
WHEREAS, because of Ms. Carlini's expertise, dedication,
and leadership in education Henricus Historical Park now
stands as a recognized and highly regarded educational and
cultural institution in Chesterfield County and the
Commonwealth of Virginia; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Carlini's dedication to the development,
guidance, and management of the education department at
Henricus, and her valued counsel as part of Henricus
Historical Park's leadership team sets a precedence of
excellence in service for all to emulate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the work,
contributions, and dedication of Ms. Margaret Ellen Carlini,
and expresses appreciation, on behalf of the citizens of
Chesterfield County, for her invaluable contributions to the
field of education and to the dissemination of Virginia's
early colonial history.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.2.b. RECOGNIZING THE CLOVER HILL HIGH SCHOOL
BAND PROGRAM FOR ITS OUTSTANDING
REPRESENTATION OF CHESTERFIELD COUNTY
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
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WHEREAS, participation in a high school band program has
long been an integral part of Chesterfield County's
educational, physical and emotional development for students;
and
WHEREAS, under the direction of Ms. Brianna Gatch,
Director of Bands, the Clover Hill High School Band Program
has received numerous accolades; and
WHEREAS, the Clover Hill High School Band Program is
comprised of 120 students making up four different performing
ensembles, including Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Jazz
Band, and Percussion Ensemble, as well as extracurricular
ensembles, including the Marching Cavaliers, Pep Ensemble,
Winter Guard, and Pit Orchestra; and
WHEREAS, the program has received the status of Virginia
Honor Band, with Superior performance in concert band and
marching band, for the past ten years in a row; and
WHEREAS, the Clover Hill High School Jazz Band performed
for the Governor's Jewel Recognition Event .and was presented
with the Governor's Challenge Coin; and
WHEREAS, the Clover Hill High School Marching Cavaliers
performed in the Centennial Veterans Day Parade in New York
City on November 11, 2019, in the presence of the President
of the United States, which was a once-in-a-lifetime
experience for the students; and
WHEREAS, the Clover Hill High School Wind Ensemble has
been invited to perform at Carnegie Hall in April 2020 and
will be the first high school band program to ever perform
there from Chesterfield County Public Schools; and
WHEREAS, the accomplishments of the band program bring
credit to Clover Hill High School, Chesterfield County Public
Schools and to the county overall.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Director of Bands
Brianna Gatch and the students who perform with the various
ensembles of Clover Hill High School's Band Program, commends
them on their outstanding representation of Chesterfield
County, and expresses best wishes for continued success.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.2.c. RECOGNIZING COUNTY EMPLOYEES UPON THEIR
RETIREMENT
12.B.2.c.1. MS. PATSY J. BROWN, DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
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WHEREAS, Mrs. Patsy J. Brown will retire on January 1,
2020, after providing more than 33 years of dedicated and
faithful service to Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown began her career in public service
with Chesterfield County as an Assistant Director of
Accounting in 1986, serving in that capacity more than 23
years; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown provided oversight and leadership
for general accounting, accounts payable, financial systems
and payroll while ensuring proper internal controls were in
place to safeguard county assets; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown led the implementation of Accounts
Payable, Purchasing and Budgetary Control modules of the
county's and schools' integrated financial system (MSA) in
1989 and coordinated the upgrade of the payroll system to
ensure it was Y2K compliant; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown was responsible for numerous process
improvements that enhanced services to customers through
automation, including implementing a fixed asset barcoding
inventory system and automated cash receipts system; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown contributed to the success of the
county's Total Quality Improvement (TQI) initiative as one of
the first TQI facilitators and trainers and played a key role
with implementing TQI principles within the Accounting
Department and has the distinction of being the first
Accounting Department employee to graduate from TQI
University; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown was the project manager for the
InFocus system implementation project, one of the county's
largest technology undertakings, that replaced multiple
stand-alone financial systems into an integrated system that
provided many benefits to the county and schools
organizations, and which was implemented seamlessly while
providing continuity of business processes including
financial reporting; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown directed the change management
effort for the InFocus project for county and schools, a
critical factor identified for project success, balancing the
recommendations of vendors and best practices with the unique
cultures and needs of the separate county and schools
organizations; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown was selected by her colleagues as
the Accounting Department's Employee of the Year in 1989 and
2003; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown became the Director of Accounting in
2010 and served in that capacity for almost ten years,
dedicating herself to ensuring the fiscal integrity of the
financial records of the county, bringing a high level of
professionalism to the department and contributing to the
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county receiving and maintaining a triple -AAA credit rating;
and
WHEREAS, as Director of Accounting, Mrs. Brown was
responsible for maintaining policies and procedures with
strong internal controls, ensuring county compliance with
generally accepted accounting principles, Governmental
Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Financial Accounting
Standards Board pronouncements, and state and federal
requirements, including the implementation of more than 85
GASB standards and leading a major reporting model change
that impacted both the county and schools organizations.
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown was responsible for oversight of the
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Chesterfield County
that received the Certificate of Achievement in Financial
Reporting from the Government Finance Officers' Association
(GFOA) for all the years it was under her direction; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown actively participated on numerous
boards and committees during her tenure with the county,
including having served as a trustee for the Chesterfield
Supplemental Retirement Plan, as a member of the Information
Technology Steering Committee and the InFocus Steering
Committee, and as a member of the county's Performance
Council and the Virginia Government Finance Officers'
Association Communications, Legislative and Standard Settings
Committee; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown was appointed by The National
Association of Counties (NACO) to serve as a member of the
Governmental Accounting Standards Advisory Council (GASAC),
which is responsible for consulting with the Governmental
Accounting Standards Board (GASB) on technical issues,
project priorities and impacts of proposed changes to
financial reporting by federal, state and local governments;
and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown maintained her Certified
Professional Accountant (CPA) license throughout her tenure
and earned the designation of Certified Public Finance
Officer (CPFO) by demonstrating her knowledge and competency
in the disciplines of government finance to the Government
Finance Officers Association (GFOA); and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown supported the implementation of very
successful Procurement Card and ePayables programs that not
only improved efficiency but also has generated more than
$2.5 million in revenue since the inception of the programs;
and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown set a high standard of ethical
behavior and leadership, with a strong commitment to customer
service evidenced by scores from an annual customer
satisfaction survey averaging 8.98 out of 10 from 2011
through 2019; and
WHEREAS, not only is Mrs. Brown's dedication and
commitment to quality known to her colleagues who have
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enjoyed working with her during the past 33 years, her caring
nature is known and appreciated by them as well; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Brown will be sorely missed for her
professional contributions, her dedicated service, her
leadership, her technology skills, and her commitment to
providing the highest possible level of service to those
served by the Accounting Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Mrs. Patsy J. Brown
for her 33 years of distinguished service to Chesterfield
County, and extends sincere best wishes for a long, healthy
and happy retirement.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.2.c.2. MRS. DORIS J. KRON, HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST,
POLICE DEPARTMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mrs. Doris J. Kron will retire from the
Chesterfield County Police Department on January 1, 2020
after providing nearly 20 years of outstanding quality
service to the residents of Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Kron began her county career in the Human
Resources Department as a Human Resources Specialist
performing background investigations, and she was
instrumental in establishing the Chesterfield County
processes and practices in investigating new and existing
employees; and
WHEREAS, due to her knowledge and skill level, Mrs. Kron
served in the dual role of Background Investigator and Drug
and Alcohol Coordinator; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Kron transferred to the Police Department
where she continued to seamlessly provide quality
investigative services and building security access functions
in the position of Human Resources Analyst; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Kron was recognized for her very
successful efforts in taking on the additional workload
required by the Federal Criminal Justice Information Services
(CJIS) to conduct background checks on non -police employees,
vendors and contractors who had a need to access sensitive
criminal justice information, and she was commended for her
professionalism and her willingness to accommodate applicant
schedules and concerns as they went through the background
process; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Kron's background investigative
responsibilities were vital to the safety and well-being of
children served by the county youth sports organizations; and
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WHEREAS, Mrs. Kron consistently performed in an
exemplary manner handling the background checks for a wide
range of cases to include police officer recruits; candidates
for firefighter and emergency medical service personnel;
applicants for county coaches, foster parents, umpires,
concealed weapon permits; and record checks for county
required regulated occupational permits; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Kron served as the president of the
Chesterfield Employee's Association for over 14 years,
contributing her time and energy to an organization with the
goal of providing activities that improve morale, increase
dedication and provide opportunities for interaction and
appreciation of Chesterfield County employees; and
WHEREAS, under Mrs. Kron's guidance and leadership, the
Chesterfield Employees Association created a scholarship for
deserving children and grandchildren of county employees; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Kron has provided Chesterfield County with
many years of loyal and dedicated service; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County and the Board of
Supervisors will miss Mrs. Kron's diligent service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Mrs. Doris J. Kron and
extends on behalf of its members and the residents of
Chesterfield County, appreciation for her service to the
county, congratulations upon her retirement, and best wishes
for a long and happy retirement.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.2.c.3. LIEUTENANT JOHN T. HORANSKY, FIRE AND
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Lieutenant John T. Horansky retired from the
Chesterfield Fire and Emergency Medical Department,
Chesterfield County, on November 1, 2019; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Horansky served as a member of the
Forest View Volunteer Rescue Squad prior to his career with
Chesterfield Fire & EMS beginning in 1977 and is a life
member; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Horansky began his career with
Chesterfield County on September 7, 1999 as a member of
Recruit School #28; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Horansky and has faithfully served
the citizens of Chesterfield County for more than 20 years in
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various assignments at Chester, Centralia, Dutch Gap,
Ettrick, Bon Air, and Bensley Fire and EMS Stations; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Horansky received a unit citation
for the successful rescue of a horse who had fallen and
become trapped in a swamp on May 20, 2004; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Horansky received a unit citation
for the successful rescue of a citizen from a structure fire
on December 10, 2004; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Horansky received a unit citation
for the successful outcome of a citizen who had suffered a
cardiac arrest on July 12, 2008; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Horansky was recognized on June 10,
2009, with an Emergency Medical Services Lifesave award for
his role in saving the life of a citizen suffering from
cardiac arrest; and
WHEREAS, Lieutenant Horansky received a unit citation
for the successful outcome of a citizen who had experienced
chest pains on October 3, 2012.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes the contributions of
Lieutenant John T. Horansky, expresses the appreciation of
all citizens for his service to the county, and extends their
appreciation for his dedicated service and their
congratulations upon his retirement.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.3. AMENDMENT TO THE 2019 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
amended the 2019 holiday schedule to include December 23,
2019, the Monday prior to Christmas Eve.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.4. APPROPRIATIONS OF ADDITIONAL FUNDS
12.B.4.a. FOR THE WOOLRIDGE ROAD WIDENING PROJECT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
appropriated $500,000 in General Road Improvement Funds (Cash
Proffer Shed 6) to the Magnolia Green Community Development
Authority Road Widening Project.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.4.b. FOR THE LUCKS LANE WIDENING PROJECTS
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On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
appropriated $653,063 in road cash proffers to the Lucks Lane
(Spirea Road to E. Evergreen Parkway) Widening Project
($234,571) and to the Lucks Lane (E. Evergreen Parkway to
Route 288) Widening Project ($418,492).
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.5. APPROVAL OF THE USE OF A WASTEWATER PUMP
STATION TO SERVE THE PROPOSED WATER TREATMENT
PLANT AND SURROUNDING PARCELS LOCATED ALONG
ASHTON PARK DRIVE
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
approved the use of a wastewater pump station to serve the
proposed water treatment plant and surrounding parcels
located along Ashton Park Drive.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.6. AUTHORIZE THE RECEIPT AND APPROPRIATION OF
OUTPATIENT BASE FUNDING FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized the Chesterfield CSB to receive and appropriate
$195,000 in the Mental Health budget additional funding from
the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services
to support Step 3 of STEP VA which includes outpatient
services for adults and children, including mental health and
substance use services in Chesterfield County.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.7. APPROVAL OF TRANSPORTATION PRIORITY PROJECTS
AND ENDORSEMENT OF CANDIDATE SMART SCALE PROJECTS
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
approved the Transportation Priority Projects list;
authorized staff to submit the specified projects for Smart
Scale funding and add to the Comprehensive Plan, reference to
the state code pertaining to Urban Development Areas; and
adopted the following resolution endorsing the Smart Scale
candidate projects:
WHEREAS, it is necessary that the local governing body
endorse Smart Scale candidate projects.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County requests the Commonwealth
Transportation Board provide funding for the following Smart
Scale candidate projects submitted in 2020:
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288/360: Brad McNeer Parkway Safety and Access
Management
288/360: Route 360 at Brad McNeer Parkway Continuous
Green -T
Powhite Parkway at Chippenham Parkway Northbound
Capacity and Safety Improvements
Powhite Parkway at Chippenham Parkway Southbound
Capacity and Safety Improvements
Route 60/Chippenham Parkway Access and Pedestrian
Improvements
Route 360/Courthouse Road Intersection Improvement
Centralia Road/Old Wrexham Road Roundabout
Alverser Drive/Old Buckingham Road Roundabout
Mataoca Road/Woodpecker Road Roundabout
Old Bermuda Hundred Road/Ramblewood Road Roundabout
Route 1 Transit Accessibility Improvements
Ashland -to -Petersburg Trail: Segment 1
Ashland -to -Petersburg Trail: Segment 2
Route 60 (Ruthers Road - Providence Road) Shared -Use
Path
Dundas Road (Route 1 - Wentworth Street) Bike and
Pedestrian Improvements
Ashland -to -Petersburg Trail: VSU Segment including
Appomattox River Crossing
Courthouse Road (Route 10 - Pocahontas State Park) Trail
I-95/Route 10 Interchange Improvement, Phase II
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.8. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN VIRGINIA
RECREATIONAL TRAILS GRANT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZATION
FOR THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE GRANT
AGREEMENT, APPROPRIATION AND ALLOCATION OF FUNDS
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized participation in the Recreational Trails Grant
Program (RTP) administered by the Virginia Department of
Conservation & Recreation (DCR) as provided by the Federal
Highway Administration of the U.S. Department of
Transportation; authorized the County Administrator to
execute the Grant Agreement; appropriated grant funds in the
total amount of $264,041.76; allocated $125,000 in total
matching project funds from Park's appropriated CIP; and
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, under the provisions of RTP, federal funding
assistance is requested to aid in financing the cost of the
construction and/or rehabilitation of recreational trails and
trail related facilities; and
WHEREAS, Chesterfield County considers it in the best
public interest to complete the Falling Creek Ironworks Park
and James River Conservation Area recreational trail project
described in the preliminary application and proposal
description and environmental screening application; and
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that:
1. The County Administrator be authorized to make formal
application to DCR for funding assistance;
2. Any fund assistance received be used for
implementation and completion of Falling Creek Ironworks Park
and James River Conservation Area recreational trail project
within the specified timeframe;
3. Chesterfield County hereby certifies that project
funding is committed and will be derived from the Parks and
Recreation Capital Improvement Program [CIP];
4. We acknowledge that we are responsible for supporting
all non-cash commitments to this project should they not
materialize;
S. We are aware that the grant, if approved by the
Federal Highway Administration, will be paid. on an 80-20
reimbursement basis. This means we may only request payment
after eligible and allowable costs have already been paid and
remitted to our vendors and evidence of such has been
provided to DCR in the format required by the project
agreement;
6. This resolution becomes part of a formal application
to the Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation;
7. We acknowledge that we are responsible for compliance
with the National Environmental Policy Act, Endangered
Species Act, Historic Preservation Act and all applicable
state and federal laws provided appropriate opportunity for
public comment on this application;
8. We acknowledge that appropriate opportunity for
public comment has been provided on this application and
evidence of such is a required component for approval.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.9. ACCEPT GRANT FROM THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, AND AWARD CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT FOR THE FALLING CREEK RESERVOIR RESTORATION
PROJECT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
1) accepted a grant of up to $4,000,000.00, as approved in
the adoption of the FY2020 Capital Improvement Program, from
the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and
authorized the County Administrator to execute any necessary
documents; and 2) awarded the construction contract to
Carolina Marine Structures, Inc. in the amount of
$11,306,825.00, execute all necessary change orders up to the
full amount budgeted and authorized the Director of
Procurement to execute the necessary documents.
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Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.10. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR BLOOMFIELD
ROAD WATERLINE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized the Procurement Director to award a construction
contract to Southern Construction Utilities, Inc., in the
amount of $842,636 and execute all necessary change orders,
up to the full amount budgeted, for the Bloomfield Road
Waterline Improvements Project.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.11. LEASE OF STORAGE AND OPERATIONS SUPPORT FOR USE
BY THE REGISTRAR'S OFFICE
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute a lease
agreement for storage and operations support space with
Baker -Properties Limited Partnership, for use by the
Registrar's Office.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.12. APPROVAL OF WATER AND SEWER CONTRACT WITH REFUNDS
12.B.12.a. FOR MAGNOLIA MARKET AVENUE PHASE 2, CONTRACT
NUMBER 15-0295
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
approved a Water and Sewer Contract with Refunds for Magnolia
Market Avenue Phase 2, Contract Number 15-0295 and authorized
the County Administrator to execute any necessary documents.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.12.b. FOR MAGNOLIA GREEN 30 -INCH WATERLINE EXTENSION
PHASE 2, CONTRACT NUMBER 19-0066
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
approved a Water and Sewer Contract with Refunds for Magnolia
Green 30" Waterline Extension Phase 2, Contract Number 19-
0066 and authorized the County Administrator to execute any
necessary documents.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.13. TRANSFER AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS TO THE
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ENTERPRISE LAND MANAGEMENT (ELM) PROJECT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized the transfer of $892,000 from existing identified
technology projects, Technology Improvement Project (TIP)
reserve and the completed IST Desktop Modernization Project,
and to transfer and appropriate $846,900 from the Reserve for
Capital Improvement Program (RFCIP) to the Enterprise Land
Management project.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.14. AUTHORIZE THE RECEIPT AND APPROPRIATION OF
GRANT FUNDS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY AND THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
AGENCY FOR THE 2019 LOCAL EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized the receipt and appropriation of grant funds in
the amount of $50,000 from the Department of Homeland
Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency for the
2019 Emergency Management Performance Grant to enhance
emergency preparedness for Chesterfield County.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.15. ACCEPTANCE OF FY2020 18 -MONTH BYRNE/JAG GANG
AND DRUG RELATED CRIME REDUCTION GRANT AWARDED
BY THE DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE SERVICES
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
accepted and appropriated FY2020 18 -month Byrne/JAG Gang and
Drug Related Crime Reduction Grant, in the amount of
$124,733, from the Department of Criminal Justice Services
for Chesterfield County Police Special Investigations
Division surveillance upgrades.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.16. SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON CODE
AMENDMENT RELATIVE TO UPPER SWIFT CREEK
TREE PRESERVATION
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
set the date of January 22, 2020, as a public hearing for the
Board to consider amending Chapter 19.1 of the County Code
relating to Upper Swift Creek Tree Preservation.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.17. STATE ROAD ACCEPTANCE
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On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the streets described below are shown on a plat
recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, the Resident Engineer for the Virginia
Department of Transportation has advised this Board the
streets meet the requirements established by the Subdivision
Street Requirements of the Virginia Department of
Transportation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Board requests
the Virginia Department of Transportation to add the streets
described below to the secondary system of state highways,
pursuant to Sections 33.2-705 and 33.2-334, Code of Virginia,
and the Department's Subdivision Street Requirements.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board guarantees
a clear and unrestricted right-of-way, as described, and any
necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of
this resolution be forwarded to the Resident Engineer for the
Virginia Department of Transportation.
Project/Subdivision: Bellshire
Type Change to the Secondary System miles of State Highways:
Addition
Reason for Change: New Subdivision Street
Pursuant to Code of Virginia Statute: §33.2-705, 33.2-334
Street Name and/or Route Number
• Bella Way, State Route Number 8119
From: Bellshire Ridge, (Route 8118)
To: The cul-de-sac, a distance of: 0.03 miles.
Recordation Reference: Plat Book 240, Page 32
Right of Way width (feet) = 47
• Bella Way, State Route Number 8119
From: Bellshire Ridge, (Route 8118)
To: Vogel Court, (Route 8120), a distance of: 0.11 miles.
Recordation Reference: Plat Book 240, Page 32
Right of Way width (feet) = 47
• Bellshire Ridge, State Route Number 8118
From: Courthouse Road, (Route 653)
To: Bella Way, (Route 8119), a distance of: 0.19 miles.
Recordation Reference: Plat Book 240, Page 32
Right of Way width (feet) = 47
• Bella Way, State Route Number 8119
From: Vogel Court, (Route 8120)
To: The cul-de-sac, a distance of: 0.05 miles.
Recordation Reference: Plat Book 240, Page 32
Right of Way width (feet) = 47
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• Vogel Court, State Route Number 8120
From: Bella Way, (Route 8119)
To: The cul-de-sac, a distance of: 0.10 miles.
Recordation Reference: Plat Book 240, Page 32
Right of Way width (feet) = 47
And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the streets described below are shown on a plat
recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, the Resident Engineer for the Virginia
Department of Transportation has advised this Board the
streets meet the requirements established by the Subdivision
Street Requirements of the Virginia Department of
Transportation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Board requests
the Virginia Department of Transportation to add the streets
described below to the secondary system of state highways,
pursuant to Sections 33.2-705 and 33.2-334, Code of Virginia,
and the Department's Subdivision Street Requirements.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board guarantees
a clear and unrestricted right-of-way, as described, and any
necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of
this resolution be forwarded to the Resident Engineer for the
Virginia Department of Transportation.
Project/Subdivision: Wynwood at Foxcreek Section 9
Type Change to the Secondary System miles of State Highways:
Addition
Reason for Change: New Subdivision Street
Pursuant to Code of Virginia Statute: §33.2-705,
Street Name and/or Route Number
• Rohan Court, State Route Number 8122
From: Rohan Way, (Route 8006)
To: The cul-de-sac, a distance of: 0.10 miles.
Recordation Reference: Plat Book 241, Page 70
Right of Way width (feet) = 53
33.2-334
• Rohan Way, State Route Number 8006
From: 0.02 miles north of Gossamer Drive, (Route 8009)
To: Rohan Place, (Route 8121), a distance of: 0.03 miles.
Recordation Reference: Plat Book 241, Page 70
Right of Way width (feet) = 53
• Rohan Place, State Route Number 8121
From: Rohan Way, (Route 8006)
To: The end of maintenance, a distance of: 0.02 miles.
Recordation Reference: Plat Book 241, Page 70
Right of Way width (feet) = 53
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.B.18. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
FOR THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
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On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
approved the Second Amendment to Employment Agreement of the
county administrator. (It is noted a copy of the agreement is
filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.C. REQUEST TO APPROVE A PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT WITH
CARVANA, LLC
Mr. Garrett Hart asked the Board to approve a Performance
Agreement with Carvana, LLC.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
approved a Performance Agreement with Carvana, LLC. (It is
noted a copy of the agreement is filed with the papers of
this Board.)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.D. APPROPRIATE AND TRANSFER FUNDS FROM THE COUNTY'S
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSE (BPOL) RESERVE
TO THE CHESTERFIELD COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY TO PROMOTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WITHIN
THE COUNTY
Mr. Matt Harris stated this request is aligned with the
Board's goal of promoting economic development in the county
by purchasing more industrial and commercial property.
On motion of Mr. Holland, seconded by Ms. Jaeckle, the Board
appropriated and transferred $3.0 million from the County's
BPOL reserve to the EDA for the purpose of purchasing
commercial and industrial land parcels.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
12.E. REPEAL OF ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER (EMC) SIGN
POLICY
Mr. Ray Cash stated staff recommends repeal of the Electronic
Message Center Sign Policy because many of its provisions
have been addressed through the sign ordinance.
Mr. Holland expressed his appreciation to staff for updating
outdated policies.
On motion of Mr. Winslow, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
voted to repeal the Electronic Message Center Sign Policy
(20PJ0111) .
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
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13. DEFERRED ITEMS
There were no Deferred Items at this time.
14. REQUESTS FOR MANUFACTURED 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 16
20SN0506
In Midlothian Magisterial District, Raj Prasad and Barney
McLaughlin (project commonly known as Pocoshock Villas)
request amendment of zoning approval (Case 03SN0162) relative
to cash proffers, age restriction, building height,
architectural treatment and landscaping and amendment of
zoning district map in a Residential Multifamily (R -MF)
District on 6.6 acres fronting 630 feet on the east line of
Pocoshock Boulevard, 300 feet north of Lady Blair Lane..
Density will be controlled by zoning conditions or ordinance
standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is
appropriate for Mixed -Use Corridor and Residential (2.5 to
4.0 units per acre) uses. Tax IDs 763-696-0247 and 0722, and
763-696- 0722-00001 through 00044.
Mr. Gillies presented a summary of Case 20SN0506 and stated
the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval,
subject to the condition, and acceptance of the proffered
conditions.
Mr. Kerry Hutcherson, representing the applicant, accepted
the condition.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
On motion of Ms. Haley, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
approved Case 20SN0506, subject to the following condition:
Master Plan. The Textual Statement dated October 3, 2019
shall be considered the Master Plan. (P)
And, further, the Board accepted the following proffered
conditions:
The Applicant in this case, pursuant to Section 15.2-
2298 of the Code of Virginia (1950 as amended) and the
Zoning Ordinance of Chesterfield County, for itself and
its successors or assigns, proffer that the property
under consideration in this case number 20SN0506 ("the
Property") will be used according to the following
proffers if, and only if, the request submitted herewith
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is granted with only those conditions agreed to by the
Applicant. In the event this request is denied or
approved with conditions not agreed to by the owners and
Applicant, the proffer shall immediately be null and
void and of no further force or effect.
With the approval of Case 20SN0506, Proffered Conditions
#2, #9 and #24, subsection 15 of case number 03SN0162
are hereby deleted.
1. Amendments to case number 03SN0162
A. Architectural/Design Elements. Proffered
Condition #12 of case number 03SN0162 is
hereby modified to read as follows:
"Development of the Property (both with
respect to modifications to existing
units and construction of new units)
shall be in substantial conformance with
the architectural appearance shown on the
elevation attached hereto as EXHIBIT A,
and materials shall be a variety of stone
or brick veneer, composition, hardiplank,
or vinyl siding, and 30 -year asphalt roof
shingles. Dutch lap siding is
prohibited, and where vinyl siding is
used it shall have a minimum thickness of
0.044 inches. Development of the
Property shall generally conform to the
Master Plan (as included in case number
03SN0162) with respect to the general
location of the clubhouse building, open
spaces, the orientation of buildings such
that the number of garage doors opening
to any individual street are minimized,
and the clustering of buildings. The
location of roads, access, driveways and
parking areas need not be exactly as
shown on the Master Plan; however, the
concepts of the Master Plan shall be
generally adhered to such as the
orientation of dwelling units to one
another, to open spaces, and to rights-
of-way." (P and BI)
B. Street Trees. Proffered Condition #17 of
case number 03SN0162 is hereby modified
to read as follows:
"Street trees in accordance with the
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance
shall be installed along each side of the
interior roads and common driveways to
include entrance roads from public roads
into the development, except where
conflicts with utilities and driveways
exist. If existing trees are maintained,
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they may be counted toward this
requirement. (P)
C. Dwelling unit height. Proffered
Condition 422 of case number 03SNO162 is
hereby modified to read as follows:
"No dwelling unit shall exceed a height
of one and one-half stories." (P and BI)
The following additional conditions are hereby
proffered:
2. Driveways and Front Walks. Driveways shall be
constructed of asphalt. Front walks leading
to dwelling units shall be a minimum of four
(4) feet in width and constructed of brushed
or stamped concrete. (P)
3. Screening of Heating, Ventilation and Air
Conditioning (HVAC) Units and Whole House
Generators. HVAC Units and Whole House
Generators shall either be screened by
landscaping or located so that they are not
visible from public streets. (P)
4. Minimum Dwelling Unit Size. The minimum
dwelling unit size for any unit constructed
after August 23, 2019 shall be 1,100 gross
floor area. (P and BI)
5. Foundation Materials. Unit foundations
visible from the public street shall be brick
or stone veneer and shall extend a minimum of
twenty-four (24) inches above final grade, but
in no event shall brick or stone be required
to extend above the bottom trim of the first
floor windows. (P and BI)
6. Unit Entryways. Each dwelling unit shall
include a covered entryway, such as a front
porch or stoop. Porch or stoop floors shall
be constructed of concrete. (P and BI)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
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In Bermuda Magisterial District, William C. Knott, Jr.
requests conditional use to permit a two-family dwelling and
amendment of zoning district map in a Residential (R-12)
District on 0.6 acre known as 3907 Currier Ct. Density will
be controlled by zoning conditions or ordinance standards.
The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is appropriate
for Suburban Residential II (2.0 - 4.0 units per acre). Tax
ID 791-639-9996.
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Mr. Gillies presented a summary of Case 20SN0522 and stated
the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval,
subject to the conditions.
Mr. William Knot accepted the conditions.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
Ms. Jaeckle made a motion, seconded by Mr. Winslow, for the
Board to approve Case 20SN0522, subject to the conditions.
Mr. Winslow asked Planning staff to take a look at these
types of requests and make them a part of the zoning
ordinance rewrite.
Mr. Holland concurred and applauded staff for making
processes easier and less costly for citizens.
Ms. Haley called for a vote on the motion of Ms. Jaeckle,
seconded by Mr. Winslow, for the Board to approve Case
20SN0522 subject to the following conditions:
1. Occupancy of the second dwelling unit shall be
limited to: the occupants of the principal dwelling
unit, individuals related to them by blood,
marriage, adoption or guardianship, foster
children, guests and any domestic servants. (P)
2. For the purpose of providing record notice, within
thirty (30) days of approval of this request, a
deed restriction shall be recorded setting forth
the limitation in Condition 1. The deed book and
page number of such restriction and a copy of the
restriction as recorded shall be submitted to the
Planning Department. (P)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Mr. Gillies stated Planning staff is looking into accessory
dwelling units and how they can be applied to a new zoning
ordinance.
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In Bermuda Magisterial District, the Chesterfield County
Department of Utilities requests conditional use to permit a
utility use requiring a structure (raw water pump station),
plus conditional use planned development to permit exceptions
to paving requirements and amendment of zoning district map
on 31.1 acres zoned Agricultural (A). The Comprehensive Plan
suggests the property is appropriate for Suburban Residential
II use (2.0 - 4.0 dwellings per acre) . Tax IDs 821-641-4129,
6461 and 821-642-2918.
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Mr. Gillies presented a summary of Case 20SN0539 and stated
the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval,
subject to the conditions.
Mr. George Hayes, Director of Utilities, was present
representing the applicant.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
Mr. Steven Atkinson expressed his support for the project and
commended the Board.
Ms. Haley closed the public hearing.
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
approved Case 20SN0539, subject to the following conditions:
1. Building Location: The proposed pump station shall
be located on the site as generally depicted in
Exhibit A and dated 10/7/2019. (P)
2. Building Design: Any pump station constructed on
the property shall be generally consistent with the
design depicted in Exhibit B and dated 8/23/2019.
(P)
3. Screening of Mechanical Equipment: Mechanical
equipment shall be screened from public rights of
way and adjacent properties with a solid masonry
wall having a residential appearance and design.
(P)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
Ms. Jaeckle expressed her appreciation to Mr. Hayes, Dr.
Casey and staff for finding this water source.
Mr. Hayes expressed his appreciation to the Board for their
support and leadership.
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In Bermuda Magisterial District, the Chesterfield County
Board of Supervisors requests rezoning from Agricultural (A)
to Heavy Industrial (I-3) and amendment of zoning district
map on 10.5 acres fronting the east and west lines of
Discovery Dr., 270 feet north of Bermuda Hundred Rd. Density
will be controlled by zoning conditions or ordinance
standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is
appropriate for Industrial use. Tax ID 833 -650 -part of 3653.
Mr. Gillies presented a summary of Case 20SN0541 and stated
the Planning Commission and staff recommended approval.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
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There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
approved Case 20SN0541.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
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In Bermuda Magisterial District, Karen S. Nuchols requests
conditional use and conditional use planned development to
permit a computer -controlled, variable -message, electronic
sign (EMC) plus exceptions to ordinance requirements and
amendment of zoning district map in a Community Business (C-
3) District on 0.6 acre known as 1220 West Hundred Road.
Density will be controlled by zoning conditions or ordinance
standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is
appropriate for Community Mixed use. Tax ID 807-653-9117.
Ms. Jane Peterson, Planning and Special Projects Manager,
presented a summary of Case 19SN0524 and stated the Planning
Commission recommended approval subject to conditions, but
staff recommended denial.
In response to Mr. Winslow's question, Ms. Peterson stated
the sign was erected over a year ago in compliance with the
ordinance and it would be more cost -permitting to the
applicant to allow limited text messages versus integrating
and purchasing a new sign.
Ms. Karen Nuchols, accompanied by Robert Jones, accepted the
conditions.
In response to Mr. Winslow's question, Ms. Nuchols stated it
was more expensive to come into compliance with the monument -
style sign.
Mr. Jones stated this case was originally filed due to the
proximity of the sign in relation to an EMC on a neighboring
property. He further stated the size of the sign was
originally in compliance. He noted the square footage of the
sign is two inches, which is the border of the sign, over the
requirement.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
Ms. Jaeckle stated her Planning Commissioner worked with the
applicant to come up with the best result without overbearing
costs.
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
approved Case 19SN0524, subject to the following conditions:
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1. The sign shall be permitted to have a maximum area
of 60 square feet and shall be located as generally
shown on Exhibits A and B. (P)
2. The EMC shall comply with the Zoning Ordinance
relative to copy and brightness except that only
two (2) lines of copy shall be permitted and such
copy shall be lines of text only. (P)
3. This Conditional Use and Conditional Use Planned
Development shall be limited to A Tri -Cities
Connection, Inc. and Ms. Karen S. Nuchols. (P)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
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In Bermuda Magisterial District, the Chesterfield County
Planning Commission (project commonly known as River's Bend
golf course) requests amendment of zoning approval (Case
95SN0109) to permit the parking and storage of recreational
equipment and amendment of zoning district map in a
Residential (R-15) District on 2.8 acres known as 11949
Hogans Alley. Density will be controlled by zoning conditions
or ordinance standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the
property is appropriate for Suburban Residential II use (2 to
4 dwellings per acre). Tax ID 817-660-8149.
Ms. Darla Orr, Planning and Special Projects Manager,
presented a summary of Case 19SN0621 and stated the Planning
Commission and staff recommended approval, subject to
conditions.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
approved Case 19SN0621, subject to the following conditions:
1. In addition to the uses permitted in the OS -4 Tract
by Case 95SN0109, the following uses shall be
permitted:
A. Recreational equipment parking and storage
exclusively for residents of properties
included in the Rivers Bend Community Home
Owners' Association (HOA). No vehicle repair
or maintenance shall be permitted.
B. Incidental shrink-wrapping of on-site
recreational equipment for seasonal
winterization. Shrink-wrapping shall be
accomplished with white or other neutral
colored material. (P)
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2. The recreational equipment storage yard shall be
located as generally shown on Exhibit A, Attachment
2. A wind screen shall be installed on the western
side of the security fence to assist in mitigating
views of stored equipment. (P)
3. All stored recreational equipment shall be
operational and shall maintain proper licensure.
No inoperable or junk vehicle storage shall be
permitted. (P)
4. Hours that the storage area shall be open for use
shall be limited to between 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
(P)
5. This use shall be limited to a period of three (3)
years from the date of approval. (P)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
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In Midlothian Magisterial District, Janet L. Willis requests
conditional use to permit a farm (keeping of two Vietnamese
potbellied pigs) and amendment of zoning district map in a
Residential (R-7) District on 0.4 acre known as 2609 Blenheim
Drive. Density will be controlled by zoning conditions or
ordinance standards. The Comprehensive Plan suggests the
property is appropriate for Residential use (4 dwelling units
per acre or less). Tax ID 768-696-7651.
Mr. Tyler Walter, Senior Planner, presented a summary of Case
19SNO611 and stated the Planning Commission recommended
approval subject to conditions, but staff recommended denial.
Applicant Ms. Janet Willis stated her real estate assessments
have increased over the last few years despite keeping the
pigs on her property. She further stated it would be cruel to
remove the pigs from their forever home. Ms. Willis accepted
the conditions.
In response to Mr. Holland's question, Ms. Willis stated due
to their weight the pigs do not leave the residence unless
they have to go to a veterinarian.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
Dr. Lauranett Lee stated she chose the Marlboro community
because of the location, quality of the homes and neighborly
community feeling. She stated she empathizes with Ms. Willis,
however, she has seen the pigs in the front yard. She further
stated it is disconcerting to have the number of animals so
close. She also noted odors from the property. She asked the
Board to maintain the quality of the neighborhood.
Ms. Holly Torres stated she is on the board of directors for
the Pig Placement Network and she owns The Swine Knot which
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is a pig boarding facility. She provided facts about pigs as
pets. She asked the Board to approve the zoning request.
Ms. Claudia Havekost, Ms. Willis' next door neighbor, stated
her support for Ms. Willis being allowed to keep her pigs.
Ms. Rachael Loving stated she operates Loving Acres pet
sanctuary. She discussed the definition of livestock versus
pets. She stated a decline in property values is
unsubstantiated. She addressed odor concerns. She stated she
hopes potbellied pigs will be categorized as pets and gave
her support for Ms. Willis' zoning request.
Ms. Margaret Jackson asked the Board to look at the overall
picture including all of the animals on Ms. Willis' property.
She expressed concerns relative to more neighbors bringing
more livestock and declining property values should Ms.
Willis' zoning request be approved.
Ms. Cassidy Toombs, a business owner in Chester, stated she
also owns a pig. She stated none of her customers have any
concerns with her pig. She stated her pig is the best dog she
has ever had.
Mr. Steve Meadows discussed the perceptions of traditional
subdivisions and urban farming systems which he stated are
coming back.
Mr. Mike Hamilton, a Colonial Heights resident, stated he
does not see a problem as long as Ms. Willis keeps the
property clean.
Ms. Haley closed the public hearing.
Ms. Haley expressed her appreciation to Planning Commissioner
Jones for working on this case and talking to the applicant
and citizens in the community. She noted Ms. Willis has
agreed to conditions to ensure the pigs are enclosed in the
back yard.
On motion of Ms. Haley, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
approved Case 19NS0611, subject to the following conditions:
1. Non -Transferable Ownership. This conditional use
approval shall be granted to and for Lauren A.
Anderson and Janet L. Willis, exclusively, and
shall not be transferable nor run with the land.
(P)
2. Time Limitation. The Conditional Use shall be
granted for a period of three (3) years from the
date of approval and may be renewed upon
satisfactory reapplication and demonstration that
the keeping of two (2) pigs has not proved a
detriment to the adjacent property or the area in
general. (P)
3. Location. All pigs shall be kept within the
existing dwelling. Whenever the animals are allowed
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outside the dwelling, they shall be on a leash or
within the fenced area under appropriate
supervision. (P)
4. Sanitation and Maintenance. The fenced area where
the pigs are kept shall be cleaned daily, and waste
disposed of in a proper manner. (P)
S. Replacement of Animals. Shall any one (1) of the
pigs be given, sold or pass away, it shall not be
replaced. (P)
6. Health. The applicants shall provide a history of
each pig such as the age, sex, color, and size as
well as a photo to the Planning Department within
thirty (30) days of approval of the Conditional
Use. (P)
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
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In Midlothian Magisterial District, Elizabeth and Ronald
Townsend request condition use planned development to permit
accessory structures within a buffer and amendment of zoning
district map in a Residential (R-40) District on 2.2 acres
known as 12931 River Hills Dr. Density will be controlled by
zoning conditions or ordinance standards. The Comprehensive
Plan suggests the property is appropriate for Low Density
Residential (maximum of 1.0 dwelling per acre). Tax ID 732-
720-9257.
Mr. Harold Ellis presented a summary of Case 19SN0627 and
stated the Planning Commission recommended approval subject
to the conditions, but staff recommended denial.
Mr. Ronald Townsend accepted the conditions.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
On motion of Ms. Haley, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
approved Case 19SN0627, subject to the following conditions:
1. Use and Location. The existing sheds, as depicted
on Exhibit A, shall be permitted to be maintained
within the 50 -foot buffer and the 5 -foot buffer
setback. No additional structures or improvements
shall be permitted within the buffer or setbacks.
(P)
2. Fence. The existing privacy fence shall be
maintained in a location generally adjacent to the
rear property boundary to reduce the visibility of
the storage sheds from Robious Road. (P)
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Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
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In Bermuda Magisterial District, Dean E. Hawkins, L.A.
requests rezoning from Agricultural (A) to General Industrial
(I-2) plus conditional use planned development to permit
setback reductions for parking and buildings and amendment of
zoning district map on 14.8 acres located at the northeast
corner of Allied Road and Bermuda Hundred Road. Density will
be controlled by zoning conditions or ordinance standards.
The Comprehensive Plan suggests the property is appropriate
for Industrial use. Tax ID 833-650-7922.
Mr. Tyler Walter presented a summary of case 19SN0628 and
stated both the Planning Commission and staff recommended
approval of Request I (Rezoning), subject to the proffered
conditions, but denial of Request II (Setbacks).
Mr. Dean Hawkins, the applicant, provided a history of the
project and discussed the constraints which reduce the amount
of developable property.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
On motion of Ms. Jaeckle, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
deferred Case 19SN0628 to the second meeting in January,
2020.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
15. PUBLIC HEARINGS
On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
suspended its rules to consider items after 11 p.m.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
15.A. TO CONSIDER CONVEYANCE OF AN EASEMENT TO VIRGINIA
ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY FOR THE UNDERGROUND
PROJECT AT CURTIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mr. John Harmon stated this date and time has been advertised
for a public hearing for the Board to consider conveyance of
an easement to Virginia Electric and Power Company for the
Underground Project at Curtis Elementary School.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
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There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
On motion of Mr. Winslow, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
authorized the Chairman of the Board and the County
Administrator to execute an agreement with Virginia Electric
and Power Company for a fifteen -foot underground easement for
the Dominion Virginia Power undergrounding project at Curtis
Elementary School, 3600 West Hundred Road.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
15.B. TO CONSIDER THE CONVEYANCE OF SURPLUS COUNTY
PROPERTY AT 3901 DUPUY ROAD TO THE MAGGIE WALKER
COMMUNITY LAND TRUST
Mr. John Harmon stated this date and time has been advertised
for a public hearing for the Board to consider approving
conveyance of county property at 3901 Dupuy Road to the
Maggie Walker Community Land Trust. He stated the Board
declared this property known as the Ettrick Elementary School
Annex surplus on November 13, 2019. He further stated there
have been five community meetings regarding this project and
there will be zoning public hearings before the Planning
Commission and the Board prior to development of the
property.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
Ms. Laura Lafayette, Chair of the Maggie Walker Community
Land Trust, thanked Mr. Elswick and Ms. Jaeckle for their
service. She stated the Maggie Walker Community Land Trust is
honored to serve as the land bank for the county. She further
stated the Trust is excited for the opportunity to create
homes from this property.
Ms. Tina McRae, one of the Concerned Citizens of Ettrick,
acknowledged that there were several meetings regarding the
annex and stated they look forward to more opportunities for
more home ownership in the community.
Ms. Haley closed the public hearing.
Mr. Elswick thanked his constituents for staying for the
public hearing.
On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
approved the conveyance of county property at 3901 Dupuy Road
to the Maggie Walker Community Land Trust and authorized the
County Administrator to execute the contract and deed.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
15.C. TO CONSIDER AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY CODE SECTION 13-41
REGARDING UNLAWFUL PARKING AND PROVIDING FOR A
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PENALTY
Mr. Jeff Mincks stated this date and time has been advertised
for a public hearing for the Board to consider amendments to
County Code Section 13-41 regarding unlawful parking and
providing for a penalty. He enumerated the four changes to
the ordinance which include increasing the penalty for
parking in a fire lane or too close to a fire hydrant;
increasing the penalty for unauthorized parking in spaces
reserved for those with disabilities; providing fora penalty
for parking in a striped access aisle adjacent to a disabled
parking area; and allowing uniformed police service aides to
write notices of violation.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
adopted the followina ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE COUNTY
OF CHESTERFIELD, 1997, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING AND RE-
ENACTING SECTION
13-41, RELATING TO UNLAWFUL PARKING AND
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
(1) That Section 13-41, of the Code of the County of
Chesterfield, 1997, as amended, is amended and re-enacted to
read as follows:
Sec. 13-41. - Unlawful parking generally.
(a) No person shall park a vehicle on county -owned or other
public property in violation of any of the provisions of
this subsection. Any person who receives written notice
from a police officer, uniformed law-enforcement
department employee, or sheriff's deputy that he has
committed any of the offenses listed in this subsection
may waive his right to appear and be formally tried for
the offense. The waiver shall be effective when the
person (i) voluntarily pays $25.00 to the county
treasurer's office within five days after receipt of the
notice, except that a violation of Section 13-41(a)(4)
or Section 13-41(a)(16) shall require a payment of
$75.00 or (ii) voluntarily places $25.00 in the reply
mail envelope on which the notice of violation is
printed and mails it to the county treasurer's office so
that it is postmarked within five days after receipt of
the notice, except that a violation of Section 13-
41(a)(4) or Section 13-41(a)(16) shall require a payment
of $75.00. Such person shall not thereafter be required
to appear before the general district court for trial
upon the offense set forth in the notice. Such offenses
shall include parking a vehicle:
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(4) Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant or in any way that
obstructs a fire hydrant.
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(b) No person shall park a vehicle on private property,
including private parking lots open to the public and
designated to accommodate more than 50 vehicles, in
violation of the provisions of this subsection (b). Any
person who receives a written notice from a police
officer or uniformed law-enforcement department employee
that he has committed any of the offenses listed in this
subsection (b) may waive his right to appear and be
formally tried for the offense. The waiver shall be
effective when the person (i) voluntarily pays $25.00 to
the county treasurer's office within five days after
receipt of the notice, except that a violation of
Section 13-41(b)(4) or Section 13-41(b)(13) shall
require a payment of $75.00 or (ii) voluntarily places
$25.00 in the reply mail envelope on which the notice of
violation is printed and mails it to the county
treasurer's office so that it is postmarked within five
days after receipt of the notice, except that a
violation of Section 13-41(b)(4) or Section 13-41(b)(13)
shall require a payment of $75.00. Such person shall not
thereafter be required to appear before the general
district court for trial upon the offense set forth in
the notice. Such offenses shall include parking a
vehicle:
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obstructing such fire hydrant.
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subsection (c). Any person
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department employee that he
set forth in this subsection
appear and be formally tried
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places $500.00 in the
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the provisions of this
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county treasurer's office so that it is postmarked
within five days after receipt of the notice. Such
person shall not thereafter be required to appear before
the general district court for trial upon the offense
set forth in such notice. Such offense shall include
parking a vehicle: Not displaying disabled parking
license plates, an organizational removable windshield
placard, a permanent removable windshield placard, or a
temporary removable windshield placard issued under
Virginia Code § 46.2-1241, as amended, or DV disabled
parking license plates issued under subsection B of
Virginia Code § 46.2-739, as amended, in a parking space
reserved for persons with disabilities that limit or
impair their ability to walk or for a person who is not
limited or impaired in his ability to walk to park a
vehicle in a parking space so designated except when
transporting a person with such a disability in the
vehicle. No vehicle shall be parked in any striped
access aisle adjacent to a parking space reserved for
persons with disabilities.
(2) That this ordinance shall become effective immediately
upon adoption.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
15.D. TO CONSIDER THE PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION
REQUEST OF COSIG, INCORPORATED
Mr. Jeff Mincks stated this date and time has been advertised
for a public hearing for the Board to consider the personal
property tax exemption request of COSIG, Incorporated. He
further stated COSIG is a nonprofit organization which
houses, trains, feeds, and assists homeless veterans. He
stated in 2019 COSIG owned personal property assessed at
$64,594 which equates to a tax of approximately $948.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
On motion of Mr. Winslow, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO DESIGNATE PERSONAL
PROPERTY OWNED BY COSIG, INCORPORATED
TO BE EXEMPT FROM PROPERTY TAXATION
WHEREAS, subsection 6(A)(6) of Article X of the
Constitution of Virginia, on and after January 1, 2003,
authorizes localities to designate as exempt from local
taxation the real or personal property, or both, owned by a
non-profit organization that uses such property for
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religious, charitable, patriotic, historical, benevolent,
cultural, or public park and playground purposes; and
WHEREAS, the County has received a request from COSIG,
Incorporated to consider granting it a tax exemption for
items of personal property owned by it in Chesterfield
County; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Va. Code, §58.1-3651 the
Board has conducted a public hearing and considered each of
the questions required to be considered before adopting an
ordinance granting any such exemption; and
WHEREAS, the Board has determined that COSIG,
Incorporated meets the requirement for the personal property
tax exemption that it has requested by reason of its being a
non-profit organization which uses the personal property for
which it is requesting the exemption for benevolent purposes;
and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors
of Chesterfield County:
1. COSIG, Incorporated is hereby designated a
benevolent organization within the context of Section 6(A)(6)
of Article X of the Constitution of Virginia.
2. The Personal Property is used by COSIG,
Incorporated exclusively for benevolent purposes on a non-
profit basis as set forth in Section 1 of this ordinance and
is hereby determined to be exempt from local taxation. This
exemption shall be contingent on the continued use of the
property in accordance with the purpose for which the
organization is designated as exempt in Section 1.
3. This real property tax exemption shall be effective
as of January 1, 2020.
4. This ordinance shall not be set out in the County
Code but shall be kept on file in the offices of the
commissioner of revenue.
5. This ordinance shall be in effect immediately upon
its adoption.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
15.E. TO CONSIDER THE PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION
REQUEST OF OLD DOMINION HISTORICAL FIRE SOCIETY
Mr. Jeff Mincks stated this date and time has been advertised
for a public hearing for the Board to consider the personal
property tax exemption request of Old Dominion Historical
Fire Society. He stated in 2019 Old Dominion Historical Fire
Society owned personal property assessed at $600 which
equates to a tax of approximately $21.
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Ms. Haley called for public comment.
There being no one to address the issue, the public hearing
was closed.
Mr. Holland asked staff to look at a better way to process de
minimis amounts as an administrative function.
On motion of Mr. Elswick, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO DESIGNATE PERSONAL
PROPERTY OWNED BY OLD DOMINION HISTORICAL FIRE SOCIETY
TO BE EXEMPT FROM PROPERTY TAXATION
WHEREAS, subsection 6(A)(6) of Article X of the
Constitution of Virginia, on and after January 1, 2003,
authorizes localities to designate as exempt from local
taxation the real or personal property, or both, owned by a
non-profit organization that uses such property for
religious, charitable, patriotic, historical, benevolent,
cultural, or public park and playground purposes; and
WHEREAS, the County has received a request from Old
Dominion Historical Fire Society to consider granting it a
tax exemption for items of personal property owned by it in
Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Va. Code, §58.1-3651 the
Board has conducted a public hearing and considered each of
the questions required to be considered before adopting an
ordinance granting any such exemption; and
WHEREAS, the Board has determined that Old Dominion
Historical Fire Society meets the requirement for the
personal property tax exemption that it has requested by
reason of its being a non-profit organization which uses the
personal property for which it is requesting the exemption
for benevolent purposes; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors
of Chesterfield County:
1. Old Dominion Historical Fire Society is hereby
designated a benevolent organization within the context of
Section 6(A)(6) of Article X of the Constitution of Virginia.
2. The Personal Property is used by Old Dominion
Historical Fire Society exclusively for benevolent purposes
on a non-profit basis as set forth in Section 1 of this
ordinance and is hereby determined to be exempt from local
taxation. This exemption shall be contingent on the
continued use of the property in accordance with the purpose
for which the organization is designated as exempt in Section
1.
3. This real property tax exemption shall be effective
as of January 1, 2020.
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4. This ordinance shall not be set out in the County
Code but shall be kept on file in the offices of the
commissioner of revenue.
5. This ordinance shall be in effect immediately upon
its adoption.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
15.F. TO CONSIDER THE MIDLOTHIAN COMMUNITY SPECIAL
AREA PLAN
Ms. Joanne Wieworka, Senior Planner, provided a history of
the Midlothian Community Special Area Plan. She stated
community input was an essential part of the Plan. She noted
citizen concerns which included density of multi -family
homes; traffic and transportation; and potential impacts on
schools. She stated many of these concerns were addressed in
the revised draft to include more specific density limits,
new implementation items relating to transportation and
schools as well as a recommendation to form an Implementation
Committee after the adoption of the Plan. She further stated
the Plan is a vision document looking to balance new
development with the preservation of the village feel of
Midlothian. She reviewed the major guiding principles of the
Plan. She stated the Plan recommends a variety of housing
types and focuses on encouraging a variety of retail uses.
She discussed the Land Use Plan Map which will provide
guidance for the community, staff, developers, and elected
and appointed officials when there are new development
proposals in the area. She stated there will be a focus on
redevelopment of existing aging suburban style shopping
centers such as Sycamore Square. She further stated the
design standards contemplated by the Plan include
landscaping, architecture elements and styles, and community
spaces and green areas. She gave a case example using
Sycamore Square. She reviewed the Village Transportation
Network. She then discussed implementation of the Plan noting
there are fourteen projects to implement the Plan after
adoption. She then highlighted five of the fourteen major
projects identified in the Plan which are establishment of
the Implementation Committee; identification of strategies
and recommendations that will help anticipate and account for
impacts on schools from residential development; completion
of a corridor study for Midlothian Turnpike; completion of a
stormwater drainage study; and codification of design
standards ordinances.
In response to Mr. Winslow's question, Ms. Wieworka discussed
the most significant changes between the first and second
plans. She stated staff looked at mixed-use categories and
densities. She further stated densities were lowered, capped
and defined which resulted in a base of eight units per acre
with a cap at twenty units per acre. She stated additional
Land Use Plan notes were added relative to transitions from
medium- and high-density areas to existing single-family
residential areas. Lastly, she reviewed the addition of the
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Implementation Committee which should include a broad range
of community members, business groups and associations.
Ms. Haley stated there was a greater emphasis placed on
ensuring the history of area is commemorated and exemplified,
citing construction of the new library as an example.
Ms. Haley called for public comment.
Mr. Anthony Townsend, a member of the Coalition Board,
expressed his opposition to the Plan noting that builders
will not be controlled or stopped. He also noted concerns
about the capacity of the public water supply.
Mr. Curtis Stebal of the Midlothian District asked the Board
to approve the Plan and begin to implement the recommended
transit service improvements.
Mr. Joseph Boshaw expressed concerns relative to the Note 24
area on the Land Use Plan Map which is just to the north of
his property. He asked the Board look at that area again
before voting on the Plan.
Mr. Bob Roe, co-founder of the Citizens for Midlothian group,
expressed concerns relative to the Plan changing the
character of existing buildings. He discussed language in the
Comprehensive Plan relative to infrastructure and the timing
of new development. He asked the Board to defer or deny the
Plan.
Mr. Steve Meadows stated the Implementation Committee is
where citizens will be able to discuss their concerns, and he
asked the Board to approve the Plan and let the committee do
the work.
Mr. Mike Uzel asked the county to apply for and obtain from
VDOT a change in the function classification for Midlothian
Turnpike from a principal arterial road to a collector road
since the Plan would fundamentally change the ability of
Midlothian Turnpike to move traffic through the area.
Mr. Reuben Waller recommended approval of the Plan noting the
implementation part of the Plan is the key to its success.
Ms. Elaine Beard expressed concerns relative to the community
being encumbered by apartments. She stated the Plan does not
consider senior citizens. She expressed concerns about the
water supply. She asked the Board to consider the needs of
older citizens. She stated she is against the Plan.
Mr. Phil Lohr commented on Board members, participation and
voting on zoning related matters including the Midlothian
Area Special Plan.
Mr. John Fisher expressed his concerns for pedestrian safety,
especially on Woolridge Road between Walton Park Road and
Coalfield Road. He provided statistics on traffic accidents.
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Ms. Barbara Roe, co-founder of Citizens for Midlothian,
expressed her concerns that county officials have tried to
deter public input. She questioned whether public officials
should disclose their role in developing the Plan and whether
there was a personal benefit derived from their vote on the
Plan. She discussed an artist's rendering of the park which
she stated misrepresents how the property will actually be
developed. She expressed her concerns relative to burying the
history of the Midlothian area.
Ms. Audrey Ross asked the Board to ensure the composition of
the Implementation Team is given careful consideration for
the representation of the village.
Mr. Dave Anderson of the Midlothian District stated this Plan
makes it more difficult, not easier, for developers. He
stated the Plan is way overdue and it is worthy of approval.
Ms. Haley closed the public hearing.
Ms. Haley stated when she joined the Board four years ago one
of her first actions was to move forward with an upgrade to
the Midlothian Community Special Area Plan. She further
stated beginning in 2016 during the initial stages of the
Plan Ms. Wieworka and her staff attended many community
meetings. She stated one of the difficulties was helping
citizens understand that without a plan, development will
stop. She further stated citizens have property rights, and
the Plan sets higher standards than what currently exist. She
noted the Plan will call for strategies to be put in place to
address transportation and potential growth in schools. She
stated VDOT has been involved with the Plan from the
beginning, and VDOT's position is it will address pedestrian
friendliness once the county brings density and pedestrians.
She noted Woolridge Road was constructed to accommodate the
overflow traffic around the village. She stated county staff
has met with citizens to identify concerns with Woolridge
Road sidewalks and staff has put those issues on their
priority lists. She further stated staff has received in
excess of 3,000 comments and taken every one into
consideration. She reiterated the Plan is a vision document
which brings a lot of pieces together. She thanked staff and
the stakeholder group for their participation in the creation
of the Plan. She then moved for approval of the Midlothian
Community Special Area Plan.
Mr. Winslow stated he has looked at the Plan particularly as
it relates to infrastructure and he believes transportation
concerns will be adequately addressed. He further stated the
reduction in density is appropriate. He seconded Ms. Haley's
motion to approve the Midlothian Community Special Area Plan.
Mr. Holland stated no plan is perfect. He expressed his
belief that the Plan will move the Midlothian area forward
and it will be an improvement. He gave his support for the
Plan.
Ms. Jaeckle noted the balancing act of maintaining the
village feel while accommodating today's world. She stated
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there will be a much better result when there is a plan. She
gave her support for the Plan.
Mr. Elswick concurred with Mr. Meadows and Mr. Waller in that
the Plan is a guide and not a rubber stamp of approval. He
noted as requests for rezoning are heard, infrastructure
issues, traffic issues, and density issues will have to be
worked out with each case individually through the zoning
process.. He stated there will still be opportunities for
citizens to have their input. He gave his support for the
Plan.
On motion of Ms. Haley, seconded by Mr. Winslow, the Board
voted to approve the Midlothian Community Special Area Plan.
Ayes: Haley, Elswick, Jaeckle, Winslow and Holland.
Nays: None.
16. REMAINING MANUFACTURED HOME PERMITS AND ZONING REQUESTS
There were no remaining manufactured home permits or zoning
requests.
17. ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Mr. Winslow, seconded by Mr. Holland, the Board
adjourned on December 12, 2019 at 12:04 a.m. to January 8,
2020 at 6:00 p.m. for the Board's annual organizational
meeting.
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