10-10-2007 Minutes
BOARD OF SUPBRVISORS
MINUTBS
October 10, 2007
Supervisors in Attendance:
Mr. Kelly E. Miller, Chairman
Mrs. Renny B. Humphrey, Vice Chrm.
Mr. R. M. uDickie" King, Jr.
Mr. Donald. D. Sowder
Mr. Arthur S. Warren
Mr. James J.L. Stegmaier
County Administrator
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Staff in Attendance:
Mrs. Janice Blakley
Clerk
Mr. George Braunstein
Exec. Dir., Community
Services Board
Mr. Kevin Bruny, Dean,
Chesterfield University
Mr. Allan Carmody, Dir.,
Budget and Management
Ms. Marilyn Cole, Asst.
County Administrator
Mr. Roy Covington, Dir.,
Utilities
Ms. Mary Ann Curtin, Dir.,
Intergovtl. Relations
Mr. Charles Dane, Dir.,
External Services
Mr. Jonathan Davis, Dir.,
Real Estate Assessments
Ms. Rebecca Dickson, Dep.
County Administrator,
Human Services
Mr. William Dupler,
Building Official
Ms. Karla Gerner, Dir.,
Human Resource Mgmt.
Mr. John W. Harmon,
Right-of-Way Manager
Mr. Russell Harris, Mgr.
of Community Development
Services
Mr. Garrett Hart,
Development Manager,
Economic Development
Mr. Donald Kappel, Dir.,
Public Affairs
Mr. Rob Key, Director,
General Services
Chief Paul Mauger,
Fire Department
Mr. R. John McCracken,
Dir., Transportation
Mr. Steven L. Micas,
County Attorney
Mr. Francis Pitaro, Acting
Deputy County Admin.,
Management Services
Lt. Emmett Smith, Jr.,
Sheriff's Office
Ms. Sarah Snead, Dir.,
Social Services
Mr. M. D. Stith, Jr.,
Deputy County Admin.,
Community Development
Mr. Kirk Turner, Dir.,
Planning
Mr. Miller called the regularly scheduled meeting to order at
3:16 p.m.
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1. APPROVAL OF MINUTBS FOR SBPTBMBBR 26" 2007
On motion of Mr. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
approved the minutes of September 26, 2007, as submitted.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
2. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR I S COMMBNTS
Mr. Stegmaier had no County Administrator's comments at this
time.
3. BOARD MBMBBR RBPORTS
There were no Board member reports at this time.
4. RBQUBSTS TO POSTPONB AGBNDA ITBMS AND ADDITIONS, OR
CHANGBS IN THB ORDBR OF PRBSBNTATION
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There were no requests to postpone agenda items, additions,
or changes at this time.
5. RBSOLUTIONS
There were no resolutions at this time.
6. WORK SESSION
o PROPOSBD 2008 LBGISLATIVB PROGRAM
Ms. Curtin stated changes in the membership of the General
Assembly and its committees as a result of the November
election is a factor in the county's 2008 legislative
program. She expressed concerns that the state budget will
significantly impact county revenues, indicating that the
most significant issue will be the re-benchmarking of the K-
12 education funding formula. She reviewed key challenges
facing the county and legislative priorities relative to each
of the challenges, which include transportation, growth,
financial strength, quality of life and safety/security
issues.
There was brief discussion relative to ~iUpporting legislation
that assists local government in a.ddressing community
concerns relative to illegal immigrants.
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Mr. Miller requested that the issues outlined in the
immigration report that would require state action be added
to the county's legislative program.
Ms. Curtin provided a timeline relative to adoption of the
legislative programj release of the Governor's budget; and
convening of the General Assembly.
There was brief discussion relative to the legislative
priority of creating a DUI Court for Chesterfield/Colonial
Heights.
In response to Mr. Miller's question, Ms. Curtin stated she
has not yet seen any proposals relative to group homes that
would be harmful to Chesterfield.
Mr. Miller thanked
presentation.
Ms.
Curtin
for
the
informative
7. DBFBRRBD ITBMS
There were no deferred items at this time.
8. NBW BUSINBSS
8.A. APPOINTMBNTS
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Sowder, the Board
suspended its rules at this time to allow for simultaneous
nomination/appointment of a member to serve on the Youth
Services Citizen Board.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
8.A.1.
CHBSTBRFIBLD BMBRGBNCY PLANNING COMMITTBB
On motion of Ms. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Sowder, the Board
nominated Captain Karen C. Carr, at-large member from the
Chesterfield Police Department, to serve on the Chesterfield
Emergency Planning Committee, whose term is effective
immediately upon appointment by the Governor.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
8.A.2
YOUTH SBRVICBS CITIZBN BOARD
On motion of Ms. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Sowder, the Board
simultaneously nominated/appointed Ms. Kellan LatiC a
student representing the Matoaca District, to serve on the
Youth Services Citizen Board, whose term is effective July 1,
2007 and expires June 30, 2008.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
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S.B. CONSBNT ITBMS
8.B.2 ADOPTION OF RBSOLUTIONS
S.B.2.a. COGNIZING MS. JUDITH A. DAVIS, CHBSTERFIELD-
COLONIAL HBIGHTS DBPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICBS,
UPON HER RBTIRBMENT
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by ]~lr. Miller, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
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WHEREAS, Mrs. Judith A. Davis began her public service
with Chesterfield County as an eligibility worker in the
Department of Social Services in June 1987, having come to
the county with several years of experience with Petersburg
Social Servicesj and
WHEREAS, in July 1994, Mrs. Davis was promoted to senior
eligibility worker; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Davis
Benefit Delivery Project
the Chesterfield-Colonial
Services; and
was a member of the Application
(ADAPT) implementation process for
Heights Department of Social
WHEREAS, Mrs. Davis served on the department's Quality
Council in 1999; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Davis has provided the Chesterfield-
Colonial Heights Department of Social Services with 20 years
of loyal and dedicated servicej and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Davis has been a dedicated and loyal
advocate for the citizens of Chesterfield County and the City
of Colonial Heights.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that
County Board of Supervisors recognizes r"lrs.
and extends on behalf of its members and
Chesterfield County, appreciation for her
county, congratulations upon her retirement,
for a long and happy retirement.
the Chesterfield
Judith A. Davis,
the citizens of
service to the
and best wishes
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
8.B.2.b. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION RBCOGNIZING MS. MARLBNB K.
PASCARBLLA, TREASURER'S OFFICB, UPON HER RETIRBMBNT
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mrs. Marlene K. Pascarella retired effective
October 1, 2007 after providing over 22 years of dedicated
and faithful service to Chesterfield CountYj and
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WHEREAS, Mrs. Pascarella began her tenure with the
Chesterfield County Treasurer's Office on January 7, 1985 as
a part-time account clerkj and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Pascarella was pD~moted to full-time
employment with the Treasurer's Office on September 16, 1985
and has been promoted to multiple positions throughout her
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years in the office, most recently to the position of
Principal Account Clerk; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Pascarella has been instrumental during
her career in helping implement accounting practices in the
Treasurer's Office of the highest integrity; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Pascarella has consistently performed over
and above her normal responsibilities, assisting the office
when decal issuance and tax collections were offered off-
sitej and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Pascarella has faithfully and effectively
discharged her duties in each and every capacity with
proficiency, passion and uncompromising commitment to world-
class customer service; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Pascarella will be tremendously missed for
the quality and caliber of her commitment and performance to
the Treasurer's Office and to our citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors recognizes Mrs. Marlene K.
Pascarella and extends its appreciation for her 22 years of
dedicated service to the county, congratulations upon her
retirement, and best wishes for a long and happy retirement.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
S.B.3. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THB CONSTRUCTION OF PHASB II OF
THB FIRB LOGISTICS FACILITY TO SUN BAY CONTRACTING,
INCORPORATBD
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to execute a contract
wi th Sun Bay Contracting, Incorporated, in the amount of
$3,400,000, for the construction of Phase II of the Fire
Logistics Facility; transferred $550/000 from proj ects
nearing completionj and transferred $150,000 from the
County's Reserve for Capital Projects.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
S.B.4. CONVBYANCB OF AN EASEMENT TO SOUTHSIDB BLBCTRIC
COOPBRATIVB FOR UNDERGROUND CABLB TO PROVIDB SBRVICB
TO THB NBW RIVBR ROAD PUMP STATION
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
authorized the Chairman of the Board of Supervisors and the
County Administrator to execute an easement with Southside
Electric Cooperative for underground cable to provide service
to the new River Road Pump Station. (It is noted a copy of
the plat is filed with the papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
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S.B.5. APPROVAL OF UTILITY CONTRACT FOR THB BBLFAIR
TOWNHOUSES PROJBCT
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by r1r. Miller, the Board
approved the following utility contract for Belfair
Townhouses, Contract Number 07-0145, and authorized the
County Administrator to execute any necessary documents:
Developer:
Contractor:
Belfair Associates, LLC
Perkinson Construction Company
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Contract Amount:
Estimated County Cost for Additional Work
Estimated Developer Cost.
Estimated Total . . . . .
. $25/271.64
.$155,413.25
.$180/684.89
Code:
(Cash Refund - Additional Work)
5B-572WO-E4C
District:
Dale
(It is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of
thi s Board.)
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
8.B.6. RBQUBST FOR PERMISSION FROM GRBGORY AND LBSLIB BRBWBR
FOR A PROPOSBD FBNCB TO BNCROACH 'WITHIN A SIXTBEN-FOOT
DRAINAGB BASBMENT ACROSS LOT 24, ITANNER VILLAGE,
SBCTION A AT CHARTER COLONY
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On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
approved a request from Gregory and Leslie Brewer for
permission for a proposed fence to encroach within a 16-foot
drainage easement across Lot 24, Tanner Village, Section A at
Charter Colony, subject to the execution of a license
agreement. (It is noted a copy of the plat is filed with the
papers of this Board.)
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
S . B. 7 . APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THB CRATER PLANNING
DISTRICT COMMISSION'S CHARTBR ADDING CHARLBS CITY
COUNTY AS A MEMBBR
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
approved an amendment to the Crater Planning District
Commission's Charter adding Charles City County as a member.
(It is noted a copy of the amendment is filed with the papers
of this Board.)
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
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8.B.10. TRANSFER MIDLOTHIAN DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS TO THE
PARKS AND RBCRBATION DBPARTMENT TO MAKB FIBLD
IMPROVEMENTS TO THB BXISTING BASEBALL FIELD AT JAMBS
RIVER HIGH SCHOOL
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
transferred $2,000 from the Midlothian District Improvement
Fund to the Parks and Recreation Department to make field
improvements to the existing baseball field at James River
High School.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
The following item was removed from the Consent Agenda for
public comment:
S.B.9. DBCLARATION OF MANDATORY WATER USE RESTRICTIONS
On motion of
following item
comment: Item
Restrictions.
Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the
was removed from the Consent Agenda for public
8. B. 9 ., Declaration of Mandatory Water Use
Mr. George Beadles expressed concerns relative to waste of
water in the county because it is inexpensive. He stated
increasing the cost of county-supplied water could be an
incentive for citizens to begin conserving it. He further
stated the county should determine a way to reserve water
throughout the year instead of waiting until mandatory water
use restrictions become necessary.
No one else came forward to speak to the issue.
In response to Mrs. Humphrey's question, Mr. Covington stated
the mandatory water restrictions are effective October 15th to
allow staff ample time to advertise them.
Discussion ensued relative to advertisement of the water
restrictions through various media outlets.
Mr. King expressed concerns relative to sprinkler systems
used to water the medians throughout subdivisions in the
county, resulting in unnecessary water usage on the streets.
He inquired whether staff could enforce water conservation
measures in cases such as this throughout the year.
Mr. Covington stated staff would respond to water usage
situations that are brought to their attention.
Discussion ensued relative to the current water levels in
Lake Chesdin and the James River.
In response to Mr. Sowder's question, Mr. Covington stated
the Appomattox River Water Authority will address the issue
of residents pumping water from Lake Chesdin for their own
personal use.
After further discussion, Mr.
county could require developers
Miller suggested that the
to make on-site provisions
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for watering, landscaping and irrigation
subdivisions that would not access public water.
of
future
On motion of Mr. King, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
confirmed and approved the declaration of mandatory water use
restrictions to assure maximum beneficial use of available
water resources for the public welfare during the prevailing
drought conditions, effective October 15, 2007.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
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The following items were removed from the consent agenda for
Board discussion:
8. B. 8 . INITIATION OF A REZONING APPLICA'rION FOR TAX I. D.
709-668-0844
Mr. Turner provided details of Mr. Ernest Belvin's request to
Mrs. Humphrey regarding initiation of this rezoning
application. He stated Mr. Belvin believes there were
restrictions on his property that he did not agree to or
understand during the zoning process, and that an error was
made in the action involving the zonin~3' case. He further
stated Mr. Belvin is asking that 70 percent of the property
be available for C-5 uses and 30 percent for C-3 uses.
Mrs. Humphrey stated she felt comfortable bringing this item
forward because the property is located at a very strategic
place adjacent to Magnolia Green and the county's newly
proposed CDA.
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Mr. Miller inquired why Mr. Belvin did not initiate the
rezoning request himself.
Mrs. Humphrey stated she cannot answer why Mr. Belvin did not
initiate it himself, indicating that he requested that she do
so since he did not agree with staff's interpretation.
In response to Mr. King's question, Mr.
control of the property would not be
regardless of whether Mr. Belvin was
county was the applicant.
Turner stated staff's
affected in any way,
the applicant or the
Mr. Sowder and Mr. King each expressed concerns relative to
Mr. Belvin not pursuing the rezoning himself.
Mrs. Humphrey suggested that the Board defer this issue to
allow Board members to ask Mr. Belvin to initiate the zoning
himself.
Mrs. Humphrey then made a motion, seconded by Mr. King, for
the Board to defer the initiation of a rezoning application
for Tax I.D. 709-668-0844 until November 28, 2007.
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Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
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8.B.l. ACCEPTANCB OF A GRANT AWARDBD BY THB UNITBD STATBS
DBPARTMBNT OF JUSTICB, OFFICE OF COMMUNITY ORIENTBD
POLICING FOR THE 2007 SBCURB OUR SCHOOLS PROGRAM
There was discussion relative to the cost of the overall
security project for schools and the cash match required for
the grant award.
On motion of Mr. King, seconded by Mr. Miller, the Board
authorized the Police Department to accept and appropriate an
award from the United States Department of Justice, Office of
Community Oriented Policing 2007 Secure Our Schools grant
program in the amount of $282,904, and authorized the County
Administrator to execute all documents. (It is noted the
$282,903 local cash match will be paid for by Schools.)
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
9 . REPORTS
9.A. REPORT ON DEVBLOPER WATBR AND SEWER CONTRACTS
9.B. REPORT ON STATUS OF GENERAL FUND BALANCB, RESERVE FOR
FUTURE CAPITAL PROJBCTS, DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT FUNDS AND
LBASE PURCHASES
9.C. RBPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION SUBSTANTIAL ACCORD
DBTERMINATION FOR NBW CINGULAR WIRBLBSS PCS, LLC (CASE
OSPD0134) TO CO-LOCATB AN ANTBNNA ON A VIRGINIA POWER
STRUCTURE LOCATBD ON THB NORTH LINB OF SPRING RUN ROAD,
WEST OF RAVBN WING DRIVB
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Sowder, the Board
accepted the following reports: a Report on Developer Water
and Sewer Contracts j a Report on Status of General Fund
Balance, Reserve for Future Capital Projects, District
Improvement Funds and Lease Purchasesj and a Report of
Planning Commission Substantial Accord Determination for New
Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (Case 08PD0134) to Co-Locate an
Antenna on a Virginia Power Structure Located on the North
Line of Spring Run Road, West of Raven Wing Drive.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King, and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
10. FIFTBBN-MINUTE CITIZBN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHBDULED
MATTBRS
Mr. Joe Cacciotti addressed the Board relative to equal
representation among the jurisdictions on the Richmond
Metropolitan Authority Board of Directors. He provided
details regarding the reception of other jurisdictions and
the legislative delegation relative to this issue. He then
thanked the Board members for their service to the county.
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11. DINNER
On motion of Mr. Sowder, seconded by Ms. Humphrey, the Board
recessed to the Administration Building, Room 502, for
dinner.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Nays: None.
Absent: Warren.
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Reconvening:
Mr. Warren arrived at the meeting.
12. INVOCATION
Mr. Francis Pitaro gave the invocation.
13. PLEDGB OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THB UNITBD STATES OF
AMBRICA
Eagle Scout Elliott Howell led the Pledge of Allegiance to
the flag of the United States of America.
14. RBSOLUTIONS
14.A. RBCOGNIZING MR. WILLIAM M. "WILLI:!!:" HARRIS GENERAL
SBRVICES DBPARTMENT, UPON HIS RETIREMENT
Mr. William Harris was unable to attend the meeting;
therefore, his resolution will be presented at a later date.
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On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, Mr. William M. "Willie'" Harris retired on
October 1, 2007 after providing 28 years of dedicated and
faithful service to Chesterfield County; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Harris began his service
collecting refuse for the Department of
Chesterfield County; and
February 1, 1979,
General Services,
WHEREAS, Mr. Harris transferred from the collections
section to convenience center operations in February 1998 j
and
WHEREAS, Mr. Harris helped the county's Sanitation
Department change and become the Division of Solid Waste, and
then the Division of Waste and Resource Recovery,
representing a shift to protection of the environmentj and
WHEREAS, Mr. Harris is known for his
going manner; his ability to work 'with
effective way; caring for his fellow
performing his duties in a most professional
friendly, easy-
citizens in an
co-workers; and
manner; and
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WHEREAS, Mr. Harris provided
experience in contributing to
planning conferences, process
activitiesj and
the wi:sdom of his years and
the division'S strategic
action teams, and other
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WHEREAS, Mr. Harris always performed his duties and
responsibilities in an excellent manner placing the welfare
and safety of co-workers, other county employees, and the
public above his own personal comfort and feelings and will
be missed by his fellow co-workers.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 10th day of October 2007,
publicly recognizes Mr. William M. uWillie" Harris and
extends appreciation for his 28 years of dedicated service to
the county, congratulations upon his retirement, and best
wishes for a long and happy retirement.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of
resolution be presented to Mr. Harris and that
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
this
this
this
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King, Sowder and Warren.
Nays: None.
14.B.
RECOGNIZING "CHRISTMAS MOTHER DAY" IN CHESTBRFIELD
COUNTY
Ms. Snead introduced Mrs. Barbara Chapman, this year's
Christmas Mother, who was present to receive the resolution.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, most families in Chesterfield County enjoy
peace and happiness during the Christmas holidaysj and
WHEREAS, there are many children, elderly and the less
fortunate, who do not have the means to enjoy this special
time of yearj and
WHEREAS, the Chesterfield-Colonial Heights
Mother Program has successfully provided food,
clothing to many of our citizens in the pastj and
Christmas
gifts and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Barbara Chapman has been elected Christmas
Mother for 2007 and requests support of all the citizens of
Chesterfield County to ensure that those less fortunate may
enjoy this special season of the year; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors publicly recognizes October 16,
2007, as "Christmas Mother Day" and urges all citizens of
Chesterfield County to support this worthy endeavor.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of
Supervisors publicly commends the Christmas Mother Program
for its successful efforts in past years and extends best
wishes for a successful 2007 season.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of
resolution be presented to Mrs. Chapman and that
resolution be permanently recorded among the papers of
Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County Virginia.
this
this
this
Ayes:
Nays:
Miller, Humphrey, King, Sowder and Warren.
None.
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Mrs. Humphrey presented the executed resolution and a
contribution to the Christmas Mother Program to Mrs. Chapman
and wished her success as this year's Christmas Mother.
Mrs. Chapman stated she is honored to serve
Mother for 2007. She expressed appreciation to
its continued support and wished everyone an
Christmas.
as Christmas
the Board for
early Merry
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14.C. RECOGNIZING BOY SCOUTS UPON ATTAINING THE RANK OF
EAGLE SCOUT
14. C.1. MATTHEW RYAN BUKAS, MIDLOTHIAN DISTRICT
14.C.2. ELLIOTT REUEL HOWBLL, MATOACA DISTRICT
Mr. Kappel introduced Mr. Matthew Bukas and Mr. Elliott
Howell/ who were present to receive the resolutions.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America. was incorporated by
Mr. William D. Boyce on February 8, 1910, and was chartered
by Congress in 1916; and
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America "vas founded to build
character, provide citizenship training and promote physical
fitness; and
WHEREAS, after earning at least twenty-one merit badges -
in a wide variety of skills including leadership, service and
outdoor life, serving in a leadership position in a troop,
carrying out a service project beneficial to their community,
being active in the troop, demonstrating Scout spirit, and
living up to the Scout Oath and Law
Mr. Matthew Ryan Bukas, Troop 800, sponsored by Bethel
Baptist Church, and Mr. Elliott Reuel Howell, Troop 806,
sponsored by Woodlake United Methodist Church, have
accomplished those high standards of commitment and have
reached the long-sought goal of Eagle Scout which is received
by only four percent of those individuals entering the
Scouting movementj and
WHEREAS, growing through their experiences in Scouting,
learning the lessons of responsible citizenship, and
endeavoring to prepare themselves for roles as leaders in
society, Matthew and Elliott have distinguished themselves as
members of a new generation of prepared young citizens of
whom we can all be very proud.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield
County Board of Supervisors, this 10th day of October 2007,
hereby extends its congratulations to Mr. Matthew Ryan Bukas
and Mr. Elliott Reuel Howell, and acknowledges the good
fortune of the county to have such outstanding young men as
its citizens.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King, Sowder and Warren.
Nays: None.
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Mr. Sowder and Mrs. Humphrey presented executed resolutions
and patches to Mr. Bukas and Mr. Howell, accompanied by
members of their families, congratulated them on their
outstanding achievements, and wished them well in future
endeavors.
Mr. Bukas and Mr. Howell provided details of their Eagle
Scout projects and expressed appreciation to members of their
troop and others for their support.
15. PUBLIC HEARINGS
15.A. TO CONSIDER CONVBYANCB OF 3.44 ACRES OF PROPBRTY
LOCATBD ON REYCAN ROAD IN THE CHESTBRFIBLD COUNTY
INDUSTRIAL AIRPARK TO COURTHOUSB III, LLC
Mr. Garrett Hart, Development Manager, New Business
Attraction, stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing for the Board to consider conveyance of 3.44
acres of property located on Reycan Road in the Chesterfield
County Industrial Airpark to Courthouse III, LLC.
Mr. Miller called for public comment.
No one came forward to speak to the issue.
On motion of Mr. Miller, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
authorized the County Administrator to convey a 3.44 -acre
parcel located on Reycan Road to Courthouse III, LLC. (It is
noted a copy of the plat is filed with the papers of this
Board. )
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King, Sowder and Warren.
Nays: None.
15.B.
TO CONSIDER FY2009 ENHANCEMENT PROJECTS
Mr. Stith stated this date and time has been advertised for a
public hearing for the Board to consider FY2009 Enhancement
Projects.
Mr. Miller called for public comment.
No one came forward to speak to the issue.
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On motion of Mr. Sowder, seconded by Mrs. Humphrey, the Board
approved the proposed FY2009 Enhancement Project list, a copy
of which is filed with the papers of this Board, and directed
staff to forward it to the Richmond Metropolitan Planning
Organization for endorsement.
And, further the Board adopted the following resolution
requesting Virginia Department of Transportation approval and
guaranteeing the local match for the projects:
WHEREAS, in accordance
Transportation Board (CTB)
procedures, it is necessary that
request, by resolution, approval
project.
with the Commonwealth
construction allocation
the local governing body
of a proposed enhancement
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the
Supervisors of Chesterfield County requests the CTB
a project for the restoration of the Falling Creek
Jefferson Davis Highway.
Board of
establish
Bridge on
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board hereby agrees
to pay 20 percent of the total estimated cost of $960,000 for
planning, design, right-of-way, and construction of the
Falling Creek Bridge Restoration proj ect, and that, if the
Board subsequently elects to unrea!:lonably cancel this
proj ect, the County of Chesterfield hereby agrees that the
Virginia Department of Transportation will be reimbursed for
the total amount of the costs expendE!d by the Department
through the date the Department is notified of such
cancellation.
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And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, in accordance
Transportation Board (CTB)
procedures, it is necessary that
request, by resolution, approval
project.
wi th the Commonweal th
construction allocation
the local governing body
of a proposed enhancement
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County requests the CTB establish
a project for the installation of streetlights along Genito
Road from Fox Chase Lane to Watercove Road.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board hereby agrees
to pay 20 percent of the total estimated cost of $50,000 for
planning, design, right-of-way, and construction of the
Genito Road Streetlight Project, and that, if the Board
subsequently elects to unreasonably cancel this project, the
County of Chesterfield hereby agrees that the Virginia
Department of Transportation will be reimbursed for the total
amount of the costs expended by the DE=partment through the
date the Department is notified of such cancellation.
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And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Commonwealth
Transportation Board (CTB) construction allocation
procedures, it is necessary that the local governing body
request, by resolution, approval of a proposed enhancement
project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County requests the CTB
establish a project for Phase II of the Cogbill Road
Sidewalk Project from Meadowbrook High School to Meadowdale
Branch Library.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board agrees to
pay 20 percent of the total estimated cost of $425,000 for
planning, design, right-of-way, and construction of Phase I
of the Cogbill Road Sidewalk proj ect from Meadowbrook High
School to Meadowdale Branch Library, and that, if the Board
subsequently elects to unreasonably cancel this project, the
County of Chesterfield hereby agrees that the Virginia
Department of Transportation will be reimbursed for the
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total amount of the costs expended by the Department through
the date the Department is notified of such cancellation.
And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Commonwealth
Transportation Board (CTB) construction allocation
procedures, it is necessary that the local governing body
request, by resolution, approval of a proposed enhancement
project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County requests the CTB
establish a project for the rehabilitation of sidewalk on
Chesterfield Avenue.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board agrees to
pay 20 percent of the total estimated cost of $200,000 for
planning, design, right-of-way, and construction of
Chesterfield Avenue Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project, and
that, if the Board subsequently elects to unreasonably
cancel this project, the County of Chesterfield hereby
agrees that the Virginia Department of Transportation will
be reimbursed for the total amount of the costs expended by
the Department through the date the Department is notified
of such cancellation.
And, further, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, in accordance
Transportation Board (CTB)
procedures, it is necessary that
request, by resolution, approval
project.
wi th the Commonweal th
construction allocation
the local governing body
of a proposed enhancement
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County requests the CTB establish
a project for Phase II of Walton Park Road Sidewalk Project
located between North Woolridge Road and Queensgate Road.
AND, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board hereby agrees
to pay 20 percent of the total estimated cost of $375,000 for
planning, design, right-of-way, and construction of Phase II
of the Walton Park Road Sidewalk Project, and that, if the
Board subsequently elects to unreasonably cancel this
project, the County of Chesterfield hereby agrees that the
Virginia Department of Transportation will be reimbursed for
the total amount of the costs expended by the Department
through the date the Department is notified of such
cancellation.
And, further, the Board authorized the County Administrator
to enter into agreements between VDOT/county/consultant/
contractor, for design, environmental permit, right-of-way
acquisition, and/or construction agreements, acceptable to
the County Attorney, for projects approved by VDOT.
(NOTE: If proj ects are approved and funded by VDOT, staff
will return to the Board with an identified source for the
required match, up to a total of $402,000.)
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King, Sowder and Warren.
Nays: None.
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lS.C.
TO CONSIDER AN AMENDMENT TO SUBSTANTIAL ACCORD
DETERMINATION
Mr. Turner stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing for the Board to consider an amendment to
substantial accord determination. He further stated the
prior administrative policy allowed the Planning Director to
make an administrative determination of plan compliance with
confirmation by the Planning Commission and did not require
notice of any area property owners. He stated the Planning
Commission expressed a desire to amend the policy to require
a public hearing and notice to area property owners. He
further stated County Administration has amended that policy,
and the Planning Commission has recommended adoption of the
proposed amendment to clarify that public hearings are
required.
Mr. Miller called for public comment.
No one came forward to speak to the issue.
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
adopted the following ordinance amendment:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE COUNTY
OF CHESTERFIELD, 1997, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING
AND RE-ENACTING SECTIONS 19-5, 19-6, 19-24, 19-25
AND 19-301 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE RELATING TO
SUBSTANTIAL ACCORD DETERMINATIONS
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
(I) That Sections 19-5, 19-6/ 19-24, 19-25 and 19-301 of the
Code of the County of Chesterfield, ~l997, as amended/ is
amended and re-enacted to read as follows:
Sec. 19-5. Enforcement.
(a)
General Enforcement Duties of ,Director of Planning.
(1 )
000
(2) Enforcement of conditions. The director of planning
shall administer and enforce conditions attached to zoning
approvals and development approvals and he shall have the
authority to: issue a written order to remedy any
noncompliance with a condition; bring legal action, including
injunction, abatement or other appropriate action, to insure
compliance with such conditionsj and require a guarantee, in
a form satisfactory to the county attorney, and in an amount
sufficient for and conditioned upon the construction of any
physical improvement,s required by the condition, or a
contract for the construction of such improvements and the
contractor I s guarantee, in like amount and so conditioned,
which guarantee shall be reduced or re1eased by the county,
upon the submission of satisfactory evidence that
construction of such improvements has been completed in whole
or in part. Failure to meet all conditions shall constitute
cause to deny the issuance of any of the required occupancy
or building permits.
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(b) Penalties for violation; right of entry.
(1) Any person who violates this chapter or fails to
comply with any conditions of zoning and development
approvals other than those provisions set forth in section
19-6, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon
conviction thereof, shall be fined not less than $10.00 and
not more than $1,000.00.
000
(5) If the director of planning determines that
any person has violated this chapter or failed to comply with
any condition of a zoning or development approval then he
shall serve upon that person a notice to comply by either:
a. Delivering the notice to the person by handj or
b. Mailing the notice by first class mail to the last
known address of the person. The notice shall set
forth the nature of the violation or failure to
comply. Upon failure of the person to remedy the
violation, comply with the condition or receive an
extension within ten days after the date of
delivery or mailing of the notice, the person shall
be subject to the penalties set forth above. With
respect to violations or failures to comply
involving portable signs or the parking or display
of motor vehicles, the person shall remedy the
violation or comply with the condition within 24
hours of service of the notice or receive an
extension, or the person shall be subj ect to the
penalties above.
Sec. 19-6. Civil penalties for certain violations.
(a) Any violation of the following provisions shall be
punishable by a civil penalty of not more than $100.00 for
the initial summons and not more than $250.00 for each
additional summons:
(1) Operation of a business that is not a home
occupation, on a lot or parcel inside or outside of a
dwelling unit or accessory building, in any R, R-TH, R-MF or
A district, without a special exception or conditional use.
(2) Violation of any condition of zoning and
development approvals and substantial accord approvals that
relates to the hours of operation of the use of land or that
relates to reduction or control of noise from the use of
land.
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Sec. 19-24. Applications.
(a) (1) Any application for zoning approval or modification
to development standards or requirements, may be
initiated by resolution of the board of
supervisors; by motion of the planning commission;
or by petition of the property owner, contract
purchaser with the property owner's written
consent, or the property owner's agent, with the
property owner's written consent. An application
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for substantial accord of a County facility may
also be initiated by the Director of any County
Department or County Office and by School Board
administration with the approval of the School
Board.
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(c) Each application shall have attached a list of names
and addresses of all persons owning any adjacent
property to include property across any street, road,
railroad right-of-way, body of water or political
boundary. In addition, if the property is situated at
or within 100 feet of the intersection of any two or
more roads or highways or within 100 feet of the
intersection of the right-of-way of any two
railroads, the names and addresses of all property
owners situated at all corners of the intersection
shall be furnished. The information shall be obtained
from the assessor's records.
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(d)
Any applicant, other than onE: seeking to
development standards or requirements,
furnish the following information:
modify
shall
(1) A list of the names and addresses of all persons
owning any legal or equitable interest in the
real property which is the subject of the
application or petition as a title owner,
lessee, easement owner, contract purchaser,
assignee, optionee, licensee or noteholder,
including trustees, beneficiaries of trusts,
general partners, limited partners and all other
natural or artificial persons owning any such
interest j however, the names and addresses of
governmental entities and public service
companies owning recorded easements over the
subject property need not be disclosed.
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(2) If any of the persons disclosed under section
19-24(d) (1) is a corporation, then the
application shall also list the names and
addresses of any shareholders who own ten
percent or more of any class of stock issued by
such corporation and, if such corporation has
ten or fewer shareholders, a list of the names
and addresses of all the shareholders. If any of
the persons disclosed under section 19-24 (d) (1)
is a partnership, joint venture, trust or other
artificial person other than a corporation, then
the application shall also list the names and
addresses of any persons having any interest
therein equal to ten percent or more of the
total of all such interests and, if ten or fewer
persons own all such interests, a list of the
names and addresses of all such persons. For any
corporation, partnership, :ioint venture, trust
or other artificial person whose owners are
unknown to the applicant and whose identities
cannot be ascertained by the exercise of due
diligence and for any corporation that has more
than 100 shareholders or whose stock is
regularly traded on a stock exchange or in the
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over the counter market, the applicant may so
certify in lieu of providing a list of its
stockholders or other persons having an interest
therein.
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Sec. 19-25. Fees.
The following fees, which include the costs of hearings,
advertisements and notices when required, shall be deposited
simultaneously with the filing of the application:
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(k) Substantial accord determinations:
(1) Existing zoning R, R-TH, R-MF,
classification. . 3,100.00
MH or A
(2) Existing zoning 0, I or C classification .
1,540.00
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Sec. 19-301. Definitions.
For the purposes of this chapter, the following words and
phrases shall have the following meanings:
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Substantial accord: A determination pursuant to Va.
Code ~15.2-2232, the County's Charter and the County's
Substantial Accord Policy that certain proposed public
features, uses areas, structures and facilities are
substantially in accord with the County's Comprehensive Plan.
Zoning approval: Includes conditional use, conditional
use planned development, condi tional zoning, variance /
special exception, substantial accord, mobile home permit and
rezoning approvals.
(2) That these ordinances shall become effective immediately
upon adoption.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King, Sowder and Warren.
Nays: None.
15.D.
TO CONSIDBR THE UPPBR SWIFT CRBEK PLAN AMBNDMENT AND
COMPANION ORDINANCE AMBNDMBNTS
Mr. Turner stated this date and time has been advertised for
a public hearing for the Board to consider the Upper Swift
Creek Plan amendment and companion ordinance amendments. He
reviewed the geography of the existing Plan and the Plan
amendment. He then provided details of the accompanying
ordinance amendments. He stated, in addition to recommending
denial of the Plan amendment, the Planning Commission also
recommended that the Board adopt level of service standards
for roads and public schools; approve additional commercial
uses along Route 360; not adopt the buffer ordinance, but
adopt the mandatory water and waste water connections; not
adopt water and waste water prohibition in the deferred
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growth areaj and not adopt the phosphorus loading
limitations. He further stated during the period since the
Board's deferral of the Plan amendment, staff has met with
citizens, Board members and powhatan officials to discuss the
imposition of possible water quality limitations, which would
lessen the impact of development on the reservoir. He
provided details of actions being requested of the Board,
including adoption of the Upper Swift C~reek Plan amendment,
approving changes to the Thoroughfare Plan as recommended by
the Transportation Department including the realignment of
the powhite Parkway extension at Genito Road. He stated the
Board could adopt the Plan with the Planning Commission's
modifications, or instead of adopting a deferred growth area,
could not adopt the deferred growth area and replace it with
residential, at two units per acre. He further stated
another option would be to expand the deferred growth area
east to Otterdale Road and south to Duval Road. He stated
the Planning Commission recommended that language be included
to provide levels of service for schools and transportation
within the Plan, but staff is recommending that the Board not
adopt those standards for this geography because this could
better be addressed on a county-wide basis. He provided
details of the Plan strategies relative to phosphorous load
standards. He stated staff is recommending that the Board
adopt the water quality standards presented in the ordinance,
with the exception that a 0.45 standard be maintained for
commercial and industrial property. He further stated
concerns have been expressed relative to the study provided
to the county by its consultant, CH2M Hill, and staff is
recommending that there be no peer peer-review of the study
at this time. He stated both the Planning Commission and
staff are recommending that the Board adopt the proposed
ordinance that would require mandatory connection to water
and wastewater systems as property develops. He further
stated concerns have been expressed relative to the ordinance
requiring a 200-foot buffer adjacent to roads within the Plan
geography. He stated the Planning Commission recommends that
the Board not adopt the buffer ordinance, and staff is
suggesting that the Board not adopt 200 feet, but adopt a
lOa-foot buffer instead.
Mr. Miller called for public comment.
Mr. Tyler Craddock, representing the Homebuilders Association
of Richmond, stated in his opinion, the Plan should not be
adopted. He expressed concerns relative to the phosphorous
load requirements, indicating that it is clear that the
proposed 0.16 standard is unrealistic and not based on
scientific data. He also expressed concerns relative to the
deferred growth area and the buffer requirements. He urged
the Board to not adopt the Plan as it is fatally flawed.
Mr. Carson Martin expressed concerns relative to the proposal
to move the powhi te Parkway extension further west. He
inquired why the densities are so high for the Plan geography
and suggested that they be lowered. He expressed concerns
relative to the commercial zoning proposed at the
intersection of the proposed powhi te Extension and Geni to
Road.
Ms. Norma Szakal expressed concerns relative to rapid growth
in the Matoaca and Clover Hill districts. She stated the
county needs to plan for land use and development and
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calculate the future impact on schools, mental health
services, police service, and better roads. She expressed
concerns relative to the need for water, indicating that the
county has seen the dire affects of the drought on the lakes
and the surrounding land.
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Mr. Ryland Reamy, President of the Brandermill Community
Association, stated he supports the Plan amendment and
related ordinances. He further stated he also supports the
transportation and schools level of service recommendations
from the Planning Commission and urged the Board to include
these recommendations in the revised Upper Swift Creek Plan.
He stated the Board needs to approve the Plan now so that the
updated guidelines will be applied to pending zoning cases in
the Upper Swift Creek area. He suggested that a sunset
provision be added to the water quality ordinance, requiring
it to be reevaluated within no more than five years to ensure
that it is accomplishing the desired outcomes. He also
suggested that staff meet the timeline to complete the
remaining ordinances, policies and practices needed to
implement, monitor and enforce the Plan revisions. He
suggested that a comprehensive infrastructure funding plan be
initiated to identify the means to pay for the county's
projected needs for transportation, schools and other
infrastructure. He stated it is important that the growth
management tools employed by the county not impede in
economic development or the availability of affordable
housing.
Anne Marie Sheridan, a resident of
requested that the Board consider a
water quality ordinance.
the Matoaca District,
sunset clause for the
Mrs. Lee Diller, a resident of the Matoaca District requested
that the Board defer the Plan amendment and take additional
time to study the issues, such as the deferred growth area
and the phosphorous load levels.
Mr. Charles Payne requested that the Board consider moving
the powhite Parkway extension west.
Mr. Stuart Nixon, a Woodlake resident, expressed concerns
relative to allowing developers to cause problems and then
attempting to collect money to fix the problems.
Ms. Kitty Snow expressed concerns relative to infrastructure
and safety issues. She requested that the Board include
Otterdale Road as a boundary of the deferred growth area.
She expressed concerns relative to the number of homes
already approved between Mount Hermon and Otterdale roads.
She also expressed concerns relative to lengthy school bus
rides of Moseley students.
Mr. Barrett, a resident of Clover Hill Road, requested that
the Board deny the deferred growth area, indicating that it
is a bad policy that affects the ability of home ownership
throughout the entire county and may actually be in violation
of the Fair Housing Act.
Mr. Dave Anderson, a developer for the Roseland development,
which is currently under zoning review, expressed concerns
relative to the proposed ordinance requiring a 200-foot
buffer, indicating that this is the wrong solution to combat
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an environmental problem. He stated adding this buffer would
make it harder for citizens to use anything but their
automobile for their transportation needs. He expressed
concerns relative to the proposal to change the phosphorus
loading numbers to 0.16 for residential development,
indicating that this would have the unintended effect of
furthering the worst form of sprawl. He stated it is
troubling that the Roseland neighborhood could not be built
as envisioned with the 0.16 requirement. He further stated
it has become clear that there are many assumptions deserving
of peer review, which he believes is an important next step
in assessing solutions. He stated he agrees with the
consultant that there were options that would keep the
reservoir healthy, including low impact development
techniques, without ever having to change the ordinance. He
further stated, for more than three years, developers have
spent millions of dollars and worked with some of the
country's finest consultants to develop the plan for
Roseland. He requested that the Board not increase buffers
or reduce the phosphorous loading requirement.
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Bruce Moseley, owner of a cattle farm on Mount Hermon Road,
expressed concerns relative to the proposed deferred growth
area, indicating that this would impact the market value of
his property should he become unable to continue farming. He
urged the Board not to totally stop development in this area
and to work with landowners and developers to achieve a plan
that protects the environment and allows for realistic
development in a responsible manner. He stated roads and
schools should be built as the area is developed in a timely
and logical manner.
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Jim Theobold stated, in his opinion, the Plan is flawed in
the areas of water quality and growth management. He stated
lowered phosphorous removal criteria will have a negative
impact on business. He further stated restricting
development in a deferred growth area is not consistent with
the county's advertisements that Chesterfield is open for
business. He stated he represents Otterdale Ventures, which
has a pending zoning case, and expressed concerns that the
proposed Plan suggests no fewer than four different land use
categories on the 177 acres included in the case. He
suggested that the area along Route 360 would be more
appropriate as a mixed-use pattern consistent with the
Magnolia Green CDA. He requested that the Board consider the
impact of 200-foot buffers on small property owners. He
expressed concerns that moving the powhite Parkway extension
further west would potentially cost an additional $6 to $10
million.
Mr. Michael Brandon, a long-time resident of Chesterfield
County, expressed concerns that the deferred growth proposal
would take away his right to develop his property.
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Mr. James Shelton stated he hopes to continue to drink water
in Chesterfield County over the next 40 or
expressing concerns relative to the increased
phosphorous going into the reservoir.
50 years,
levels of
Ms. Andrea Epps stated she feels it would be better
back and review the phosphorous data and come up
number that is supported by the validated model. She
stated, although she understands the concerns
to step
with a
further
of the
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residents in the proposed deferred growth area, she sees no
harm in implementing this if the Board is going to re-
consider it in five years. She suggested that, in January,
the Board have serious discussions relative to one countywide
comprehensive plan, indicating that this would be in the best
interest of everyone.
Mr. William Shewmake, a resident of the Midlothian District,
stated the Planning Commission, with their recommendation for
denial, has recognized that the Plan is not right. He
requested that the Board follow the Planning Commission's
recommendation and not approve the Plan. He expressed
concerns relative to flawed phosphorous load level data,
indicating that lowering the phosphorous load standards would
essentially eliminate all residential development.
Dr. Betty Hunter-Clapp, a resident of the Clover Hill
District, expressed concerns relative to infrastructure
issues and water quality in the Plan area. She stated she
agrees that the county needs additional commercial growth,
indicating that one of the best ways to get stable commercial
ventures to locate in the county is to demonstrate a
government that provides a safe and adequate infrastructure
for the workers who move here. She stressed the need for a
plan for the reservoir and begged the Board to look beyond
the short-term when considering this issue.
Mr. Bob Schaffer, a licensed engineer in Virginia and a
resident of the Matoaca District, expressed concerns relative
to maintaining the quality of the water in the reservoir. He
stated, in his opinion, the county needs to determine what
the 0.22 phosphorous load level is doing to the reservoir
before decreasing it again. He urged the Board to deny the
Plan and put forth some effort to develop a better plan.
Ms. Marti Mitchell, representing the Board of Directors of
the Woodlake Community Association, stated although she
recognizes that there are still some issues with the proposed
Upper Swift Creek Plan revision, she supports it with the
related water quality ordinances recommended by the staff.
She further stated she also supports the transportation and
school levels of service recommendations made by the Planning
Commission and would like to see these recommendations
included in the revised Plan. She requested that the Board
include a sunset provision in the water quality ordinance
requiring it to be re-evaluated within five years. She
stated she does not oppose development in the Plan area, just
wants to see growth that is responsible and mindful of the
environment and safety and welfare of its citizens.
Mr. Tom Pakurar, a Clover Hill District resident, reminded
the Board that we are not owners of the land, just stewards
taking care of it for future generations. He provided
details of the history of water quality studies of the
reservoir and urged the Board to support a no net increase
phosphorous level provision.
In response to Mr. Warren's question, Mr. Pakurar stated the
Brandermill community has 33 percent open space and trees,
and the natural buffers remove the pollutants from the
runoff, indicating that both Brandermill and Woodlake have
achieved a 0.12 or 0.13 phosphorous standard, as measured by
county staff for the past five years.
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Mr. Peter Martin, a resident of the proposed deferred growth
area, stated he supports the Planning Commission's
recommended levels of service. He further stated all of the
problems in this area cannot all be solved with this small
area of deferred growth. He stated, in his opinion, the
water quality restrictions need sunset clauses and he agrees
that the issue needs to be further studied. He noted that
Woodlake and Brandermill are very good models to follow for
phosphorous levels.
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Mr. Andy Scherzer, a resident in the Upper Swift Creek area,
stated a critical issue that needs to be considered is the
economic engine and the responsible growth that could occur
around the Watkins Centre. He expressed concerns relative to
having a deferred growth area immediately adj acent to the
regional employment center. He stated it: makes sense to have
fair and responsible growth of the area designated for
deferred growth. He further stated he supports the level of
service for schools and roads. He sugg,ested that the Board
take additional time to evaluate the issues fully because of
the uncertainties and the questions that have been raised.
Mr. Casey Sowers expressed concerns relative to the processes
that have led to some of the proposed ordinance changes,
specifically the 0.16 phosphorous level and the buffers. He
provided details of the landscape master plan for the
Roseland project and noted that the plan documents speak to
both water quality and water conservation.
Mr. Ashby Spence, a resident of West County Road and owner of
a lOa-acre cattle farm/ expressed conCE:rns relative to the
deferred growth area. He stated the farmers are doing things
to conserve runoff and protect the environment. He suggested
that the county come up with a total watershed solution that
addresses the existing homeowners, as well as new and
potential homeowners.
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Mr. John Easter, representing the Chesterfield Business
Council, expressed concerns relative to the proposed
ordinance to lower the total phosphorus runoff to 0.16 pounds
of phosphorus per acre per year. He stated serious questions
remain unanswered concerning the proposed ordinance relative
to phosphorous content. He further stated discussions with
members of the private engineering community and with the
county's Environmental Engineering staff indicate that the
.16 phosphorous limit cannot be achieved on site. He stated
the watershed includes a number of locations intended for
commercial or industrial development that are critical to the
ongoing economic vitality of the county. He noted that the
ordinance already includes the ability to meet the phosphorus
standard through the purchase of phosphorus credits or
through payment into a county fund that would be used for
reductions in the phosphorus loading. HE~ stated, although he
recognizes the need for the county to act as an environmental
steward, the necessity of adopting a s1:andard that is not
realistic should be considered carefully. He inquired
whether the phosphorous limitation was being proposed out of
necessity or to preserve the esthetics of the reservoir. He
expressed concerns relative to imposing severe limitations on
development and requested that the Board not take action on
the proposed phosphorous limitations until answers are
available.
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Mr. Buddy Sowers, a resident of Midlothian, stated the
phosphorous levels are already at or below the recommended
new limitations, and inquired why the Plan does not consider
development at those densities that already exist on
developed property in the area. He expressed concerns that
numerous engineers have indicated to the Board that 0.16 is
not achievable, without 5-plus acre densities, and is
impossible for commercial development. He suggested that the
Board consider peer review of the models that have been
submitted and carefully consider the issues. He stated if
the phosphorous limitation was applied county-wide, it would
stop development in its tracks. He urged the Board to
reconsider the Plan, postpone it, or perhaps do what the
Planning Commission recommended and deny or reject it.
Mr. Mike Harten, Vice President of the Responsible Growth
Alliance of Chesterfield County, stated a complicated and
crucial plan like this cannot be rushed, indicating that the
Plan is not ready for approval. He further stated the
Planning Commission recommended, on a vote of 4-0, that the
Board not adopt the Plan. He stated a deferred growth area
in the watershed is essential, but there are far more
infrastructure issues yet to be satisfactorily addressed in
order to insure that the public facilities and service needs
are met. He requested that the Board remand the Plan to the
Planning Commission and not short circuit the progress that
has been made by adopting this half-completed draft.
There being no one else to speak to the issue, the public
hearing was closed.
Mr. Miller requested a brief recess.
Reconvening:
Mrs. Humphrey referenced a pending zoning case at Otterdale
Road and Hull Street, which includes 177 acres, and stated
she believes that based on the size of the project/ a
regional mixed-use commercial center would be appropriate at
that location and would also be a commercial opportunity for
the county. She proposed as an amendment to the Plan that
from the corner of Otterdale Road and Hull Street all the way
to the property line of Chesterfield Baptist Church, to
include the Deckert and Nunnally parcels, be included in a
regional mixed-use area. She stated, in her opinion, this is
a practical use of the property.
Discussion ensued relative to the Thoroughfare Plan alignment
referenced by several of the speakers.
Mr. McCracken stated the proposed alignment was requested by
residents in the area, who were affected by the current
alignment and requested that the Board look at an adjustment
that would avoid their properties and move the powhite
Parkway extension to the west.
Mr. Warren expressed concerns relative to
conflicting information from to the Planning
staff's recommendations. He stated serious
remain, and in his opinion, the Plan is
the amount of
Commission and
questions still
not ready for
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approval. He stated the required phosphorous levels need to
be reevaluated one way or another. He stated he thinks the
Board needs to be more realistic about the impact of
commercial development on the deferrE~d growth area. He
further stated he does not support adopting a Plan that is
not ready for adoption.
Mr. Sowder thanked Mr. Turner for following up with powhatan
County since Chesterfield supplies water to Powhatan, and
this is an opportunity for regional cooperation. He stated
the Board's challenge is to make sure what is implemented is
realistic, fair to all segments of society and done in such a
way as to not have any adverse impact on potential economic
development. He further stated he agrees with a lot of the
proposed Plan, but has a problem with the county selecting a
proposed deferred growth area. He stated prohibiting the
extension of water and sewer to that area does in fact
determine the current marketability and market value of that
property. He further stated he is uncomfortable with a
government system, which he is a part of, that negates the
rights of property owners to do what is right with their
property as long as it meets government regulations. He
stated, in his opinion, there are better ways to manage
growth in an area than suggesting it for deferred growth,
indicating that he could not support that portion of the
proposed Plan. He expressed concerns relative to restricting
future developments adjacent to the Route 288 Corridor. He
also expressed concerns relative to establishing the new
standard for phosphorus run off of 0.16 pounds per acre per
year and to misinformation regarding this issue. He inquired
whether the proposed phosphorous standard is attainable. He
expressed concerns that statistical data was used from 2003,
which was the year of Hurricane Isabel, when we had the most
rain in 20 years. He stated there are huge amounts of
unknowns for the Board to undertake anew, unknown,
undocumented standard. He further stated the current
standard, which is 0.22, appears to be working well and worth
considering with the provisions that the county continues to
monitor the reservoir. He stated he could support the Plan
as presented tonight, with the deferred growth area being
removed and the water quality standard remaining as it
currently exists.
Mr. King stressed the importance of commercial development in
the corridor not being affected.
Mr. Miller inquired why staff does not approve of the
Planning Commission's proposed levels of service.
Mr. Turner stated staff evaluates infrastructure needs on a
countywide basis, allocates resources to address those needs,
and prioritizes them across the county. He further stated,
in staff's opinion, developing standards in an isolated
geography without the benefit of taking the rest of the
county into consideration puts other parts of the county in
jeopardy.
Discussion ensued relative to the Planning Commission and
staff's differing proposals relative to buffers.
In response to Mr. Miller's question, Mr. Turner stated staff
is recommending the increase in buffers because of
competition in the buffer areas. He stated, as roads widen,
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utilities need to be relocated. He further stated increasing
would make room for improvements as they arise, while still
having trees remaining.
Discussion ensued relative to the prohibition of water and
wastewater within the proposed deferred growth area and to
staff's determination of the proposed phosphorous standards.
Mr. Turner stated the state is developing new water quality
standards that the county would be able to adopt in the
future so that circumstances would change and what is being
committed to through the Plan would be a model to look at
water quality on a regular basis every three years, and as
changes need to be addressed, return to the Board at that
time with recommendations.
Discussion ensued relative to the acreage in the proposed
deferred growth area.
Mr. Miller inquired about the possibility of adopting the
Plan at the current 0.22 phosphorous standard, and add a
provision for developers who submit future residential
rezonings to supplement those standards and to help protect
the water quality of the Swift Creek Reservoir. The county
would measure the phosphorous levels and at some point in
time, when there are two years, back to back data that the
water quality of the Swift Creek Reservoir has reached a
median level that exceeds at 0.04 milligrams per liter in-
lake phosphorous, then developers must implement phosphorous
loading standards that are more restrictive than the
standards of the zoning ordinance, or implement more
restrictive requirements for zoned but undeveloped land.
Mr. Turner stated a provision such as Mr. Miller has outlined
could be included in the Plan. He noted that, for the county
to impose that condition, zoning cases would need to be for
rezoning plus conditional use.
Mr. Miller stated adding this language to the Plan protects
future water quality.
Mr. Turner provided the following suggested language for Mr.
Miller's request relative to effective water quality
alternatives: "The zoning ordinance includes maximum post-
development phosphorus load standards for new development in
the Upper Swift Creek Watershed. In order to supplement
those standards and to help protect the water quality of the
Swift Creek Reservoir, the County establishes the goal that
future residential rezonings include appropriate conditions,
in addition to the requirements of the zoning ordinance, to
mitigate the impact of development on water quality in the
Upper Swift Creek Watershed. Such conditions could include
(i) implementing phosphorus loading standards that are more
restrictive than the standards of the zoning ordinancej (ii)
implementing more restrictive requirements for zoned but
undeveloped land if notified by the Director of Environmental
Engineering that the water quality of the Swift Creek
Reservoir has reached a median level that exceeds .04 mg/l
in-lake phosphorus for two consecutive years, or exceeds
other applicable water quality standards; and/or (iii)
implementing other measures approved by the Director of
Environmental Engineering to address the impact of
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development on water quality in the Upper Swift Creek
Watershed."
Mrs. Humphrey expressed concerns that three-year samplings,
rather than two, would provide more valid and comparative
data.
Mr. Scott Flanigan, Senior Water Quality Analyst, noted that
the state water criteria adopted in August 2007, would
require two consecutive years at 0.04.
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Mr. King inquired whether this provision would impact
businesses.
Mr. Turner stated the provision would only impact residential
development, and not business owners. He further stated the
standard that staff has suggested for businesses, 0.45 pounds
of phosphorous per acre per year, is actually the standard
that has been adopted by the state for the localities that
are subject to the Chesapeake Bay Act.
Mrs. Humphrey made a motion for the Board to adopt the Upper
Swift Creek Plan and ordinances with the following revisions:
include the provision she outlined relative to the Nunnally,
Bailey and Decker properties for a regional mixed-use
corridorj delete the deferred growth area recommended by the
Planning Commission and staff; not adopt the water and
wastewater prohibition ordinances; adopt the buffer
ordinances to include a lOa-foot buffer along arterial roads
and scenic vistasj adopt the mandatory water and wastewater
ordinances; not include levels of service criteria for
schools or roads; and include Mr. Miller's recommendation
relative to water quality monitoring. She noted that she
does want to maintain the current 0.22 pounds of phosphorous
per acre.
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In response to Board members' questions, Mr. Turner stated
the water quality staff will monitor phosphorous levels every
two years, but will rerun the model and monitor the impacts
every three years.
Mrs. Humphrey stated her last suggestion is to confirm the
western alignment of the Powhite Parkway extension.
Mr. Turner inquired whether Mrs. Humphrey wanted to include
in her motion the amendment recommended by Mr. Bass,
regarding the property on the south side of Route 360,
between Route 288 and Winterpock Road and the appropriateness
of commercial uses, including neighborhood convenience
retail, restaurants and personal services.
Mrs. Humphrey indicated that she did wish to include the
UBass amendment."
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Mr. Sowder seconded Mrs. Humphrey's motion.
Mrs. Humphrey clarified that her motion included the
associated ordinance amendments for mandatory water and
wastewater and a lOa-foot buffer along arterial roads for
residential zoning.
Mr. Miller called for a vote on the motion of Mrs.
seconded by Mr. Sowder, for the Board to adopt
Humphrey,
the Upper
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Swift Creek Plan, including all of the amendments proposed by
Mrs. Humphrey.
And, further, the Board adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE COUNTY
OF CHESTERFIELD, 1997, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING
AND RE-ENACTING SECTIONS 19-520, 19-522 and 19-523 OF THE
ZONING ORDINANCE RELATING TO BUFFERS
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
(1) That Sections 19-520, 19-522 and 19-523 of the Code of
the County of Chesterfield/ 1997/ as amended, is amended and
re-enacted to read as follows:
Secs. 19-520. Purpose and intent.
(a) Buffers shall be designed to provide a horizontal
distance and open space between certain uses;
preserve vegetation; provide transition and
separationj reduce noise and glare j maintain
privacy, and/or preserve existing forested vistas
adjacent to arterial roads. Buffers shall provide
intermittent visual separation between uses.
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Secs. 19-522. Buffer and screening requirements.
(a) Buffers: Buffers shall be provided as shown on the
buffer width matrixes in section 19-523.
Landscaping shall be accomplished wi thin required
buffers as follows:
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(5) A lOa-foot buffer shall consist of an unbroken
strip of open space and shall be planted at three
times the density of perimeter landscaping C.
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Sees. 19-523. Buffer width matrix.
(a) Buffers between adj acent properties: The required
width of buffers shall be determined from the
following matrix. The left column of the matrix
represents the zoning of the lot on which the
buffer must be provided and the top column of the
matrix represents the zoning district of property
contiguous to the zoning lot. The interior numbers
in the matrix represent the width in feet of the
required buffer on the zoning lot. However,
whenever the primary use on a parcel zoned 0, C or
I is a single family residential subdivision,
adj acent parcels shall be required to apply the
buffer matrix below as though the property is
residentially zoned.
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BUFFER WIDTH MATRIX
A* R-7/88
R-TH/R-MF
MH
Districts
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A* + +
02- R-7/88 + +
R-TH/R-MF + 50**
MH Districts + 50**
0-1 + 40
0-2 + 50
C-1 + 40
C-2 + 50
C-3 + 75
C-4 + 75
C-5 + 100
I-I 100 100
1-2 100 100
1-3 100 100
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*Note: In all zoning districts expect industrial zoned
districts, buffers are only required adj acent to property
zoned "A" when the property is vacant and its designation on
the comprehensive plan is for residential uses. Property
zoned I-I through 1-3 require a buffer when adjacent to
property zoned UA" that is occupied by a residential use or
the property is designated on the comprehensive plan for
residential use.
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**Note: Where property zoned R-7 through R-88 is adjacent to
property zoned R-TH, R-MF, or MH, a buffer shall be required
on the R-TH, R-MF, or MH property. No buffers are necessary
between any single-family residential districts unless
required by the board of supervisors, planning commission
(modification to development standards a.nd requirements only)
or board of zoning appeals.
b. Buffers adjacent to streets: The required width of
buffers shall be determined from the following
matrix.
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Arterial
Streets
Upper Swift
Creek Plan
area
R-7/88/R-TH 100
Other areas
R-7/88/R-TH 50
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Collector
Streets
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R-7/88/R-TH 35
Residential
Collector
Streets
R-7/88/ R-TH 30
Local
streets to
negate
double
frontage
condition
R-7/88/R-TH 20
(2) That this ordinance shall become effective immediately
upon adoption.
And, further, the Board adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE COUNTY
OF CHESTERFIELD, 1997, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING
AND RE-ENACTING SECTIONS 17-72, 17-84, 18-63 AND 18-64
RELATING TO
MANDATORY SEWER AND WATER CONNECTIONS IN THE
UPPER SWIFT CREEK PLAN AREA
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
(1) That Sections 17-72, 17-84, 18-63 and 18-64 of the Code
of the County of Chesterfield, 1997, as amended/ is amended
and re-enacted to read as follows:
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Sec. 17-72. Improvements--Required.
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(k) Connection to the county water supply system shall be
required in any of the following circumstances except as
may be waived by the planning commission per County Code
section 18-63:
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(7) When a lot is located within the area of the Upper
Swift Creek, unless residential zoning was obtained
for such subdivision prior to October la, 2007.
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(n) Connection to the county wastewater supply system shall
be required in any of the following circumstances except
as may be waived by the planning commission per County
Code section 18-64:
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(7) When a lot is located within the area of the Upper
Swift Creek Plan, unless residential zoning was
obtained for such subdivision prior to October 10,
2007.
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Sec. 17 - 84. Standards for lots and parcE!l s served by onsi te
sewage disposal systems.
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(g) No subdivision of land within the Upper Swift Creek Plan
for which residential zoning is obtained after October
10, 2007 may utilize onsite wastewater disposal systems
unless all lots in such subdivision are at least one
acre in size.
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Sec. 18-63. Mandatory water connections in certain areas.
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(e) All structures which are located on property that is
included in the Upper Swift Creek Plan and which
received zoning approval after October 10, 2007 shall
connect to the water system. HOVvever, the following
structures shall not be required to connect unless
connection to the water system is otherwise required by
law:
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(1) Temporary manufactured or mobile homes;
(2) Structures that were authorized by conditional uses
or special exceptions which were renewed after
October 10, 2007;
(3) Structures that are authorized by conditional uses
or special exceptions that were granted after
October la, 2007 if the use that is permitted by
the conditional use or special exception is
incidental to a principal USE: that was previously
allowed with a private well;
(4) Governmental structures and institutional
buildingsj and
(5) Residences that are located on lots that are exempt
from the requirements of the subdivision ordinance.
(f) For purposes of this section "structure" and
"institutional building" shall have the same meaning as
in the zoning ordinance
(g) The planning commission may srrant exceptions to
subsections (b) and (c) during schematic plan, site plan
or tentative subdivision review. The planning commission
may also grant exceptions to subsections (b), (c), (d)
and (e) to an applicant who files an application with
the planning department on a form prescribed by the
director of planning and who pays a fee of $260.00 to
the plannin~r department, if the applicant is not subj ect
to the schematic, site plan Ol~' subdivision review
process. The planning commission shall find that:
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(1) The use of a private well will not adversely affect
the ability to extend public water to other
property;
(2) The use of a private well will not encourage future
development that is inconsistent with the
comprehensive plan; and
(3) The use of a private well is not reasonably likely
to adversely affect the public health, safety or
welfare.
The planning commission may impose conditions to mitigate the
impact of any exception that it grants.
Sec. 18-64. Mandatory wastewater connection in certain areas.
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(d) All structures which are located on property that is
included in the Upper Swift Creek Plan and which
received zoning approval after October 10, 2007 shall
connect to the wastewater system. However, the following
structures shall not be required to connect unless
connection to the wastewater system is otherwise
required by law:
(1) Temporary manufactured or mobile homesj
(2) Structures that were authorized by conditional uses
or special exceptions which were renewed after
October 10, 2007;
(3) Structures that are authorized by conditional uses
or special exceptions that were granted after
October 10, 2007 if the use that is permitted by
the conditional use or special exception is
incidental to a principal use that was previously
allowed with a septic systemj
(4) Governmental structures and institutional
buildingsj and
(5) Residences that are located on lots that are exempt
from the requirements of the subdivision ordinance.
(e) For purposes of this section, "structure," "single-
family dwelling" and "institutional building" shall have
the same meaning as in the zoning ordinance.
(f) The planning commission may grant exceptions to
subsections (a), (b), (c) and (d) during schematic plan,
site plan or tentative subdivision review. The planning
commission may also grant exceptions to subsections (a),
(b) , (c) and (d) to an applicant who files an
application with the planning department on a form
prescribed by the director of planning and who pays a
fee of $260.00 to the planning department, if the
applicant is not subject to the schematic, site plan or
subdivision review process. The planning commission
shall find that:
(1) The use of an on-site disposal system will not
adversely affect the ability to extend public
wastewater sewer to other property;
(2) The use of an on-site disposal system will not
encourage future development that is inconsistent
with the comprehensive plan; and
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(3) The use of an on-site disposal septic system is not
reasonably likely to adversely affect the public
health, safety or welfare.
The planning commission may impose conditions to mitigate the
impacts of any exception that it grants.
(2) That these ordinances shall become effective immediately
upon adoption.
And, further, the Board adopted the following ordinance:
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AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE COUNTY
OF CHESTERFIELD, 1997, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING
AND RE-ENACTING SECTIONS 17-62, 17-70 AND 17-83 OF THE
SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE RELATING TO BUFFER CONDITIONS IN
THE UPPER SWIFT CREEK PLAN
BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield
County:
(1) That Sections 17-62, 17-70 and 17-83 of the Code of the
County of Chesterfield/ 1997, as amended, are amended and re-
enacted to read as follows:
Sec. 17-62. Standard conditions.
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(h) Any required buffers are subject to the
requirements of section 17-70 (a) and (b).
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Sec. 17-70. Buffers and Special Setbacks.
(a)
Buffers and special setbacks
Swift Creek Plan geography,
Swift Creek geography for
tentative plat approved prior
outside the Upper
or wi thin the Upper
lots which have a
to October 10, 2007.
1. For lots which have a tentative plat approved
after February 27, 2001, buffers shall be
exclusive of easements which are generally
parallel to the buffer, required setbacks and
street cut and fill slopes, and shall be
preserved in an undisturbed condition unless
otherwise approved by the director of
planning. Easements crossing buffers shall
generally be at right a.ngles or shall cross
the buffer so as to have the least impact to
the buffer.
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2. Post construction vegetation within the buffer
shall meet a standard of not less than one and
one half times the perimeter yard landscaping
"C" quantity requirements as defined in County
Code section 19-518 prorated for every 25 feet
of depth. If insufficient vegetation exists
within the buffer as determined by the
director of p1anning/ the subdivider shall
submi t a landscape plan to the director of
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planning for review and approval prior to
release of the final check plat review
comments. The subdivider shall install the
required plant material prior to recordation.
If conditions do not exist for good plant
survival as determined by the director of
planning, surety shall be provided to the
county in the amount sufficient to guarantee
the installation approved by the director of
planning and in a form as indicated in section
17-73 (a). The planning department shall hold
any required surety. Any such installation
shall be completed prior to state acceptance
of the subdivision's streets.
3. Buffers of the following minimum width shall
be provided adjacent to existing and proposed
streets with the following classifications:
a. Arterial streets--50 feet.
b. Collector streets--35 feet.
c. Residential collector streets--30 feet.
d. Local streets to negate double frontage
condition--20 feet.
4. Adjacent to limited access streets, a setback
distance of 200 feet, exclusive of required
yards, shall be provided from the limited
access street right-of-way, unless a noise
study demonstrates that a lesser distance is
acceptable as approved by the director of
transportation. Natural vegetation shall be
retained wi thin the setback area unless
removal is required to install noise
attenuation measures or is approved by the
planning commission.
5. Setbacks from temporary turnarounds easements
shall conform to permanent cul-de-sac right-
of-way standards.
6. A minimum setback for all structures of 20
feet shall be provided from any petroleum
product transmission pipeline easement or 35
feet from the pipeline whichever is greater.
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(b) Buffers and special setbacks within the Upper Swift
Creek Plan geography for lots which have a
tentative plat approved after October la, 2007.
(1) For lots which have a tentative plat approved
after October la, 2007, buffers shall be
exclusive of easements which are generally
parallel to the buffer (except for buffers
along arterial streets which shall allow
within the buffer a maximum of 100 feet of
total easement width generally parallel to the
buffer, so long as easements are located a
minimum of 25 feet from subdivision lot
lines), required setbacks and street cut and
fill slopes, and shall be preserved in an
undisturbed condition unless otherwise
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approved by the director of planning.
Easements crossing buffers shall generally be
at right angles or shall cross the buffer so
as to have the least impact to the buffer.
(2) Post construction vegetation within the buffer
shall meet a standard of not less than one and
one half times the perimeter yard landscaping
IICII quantity requirements as defined in County
Code section 19-518 prorated for every 25 feet
of depth. If insufficient vegetation exists
within the buffer as determined by the
director of planning, the subdivider shall
submi t a landscape plan to the director of
planning for review and approval prior to
release of the final check plat review
comments. The subdivider shall install the
required plant material prior to recordation.
If conditions do not exist for good plant
survival as determined by the director of
planning, surety shall be provided to the
county in the amount sufficient to guarantee
the installation approved by the director of
planning and in a form as indicated in section
17-73 (a). The planning department shall hold
any required surety. Any such installation
shall be completed prior to state acceptance
of the subdivision's streets.
(3) Buffers of the following" minimum width shall
be provided adjacent to existing and proposed
streets with the following classifications:
(a) Arterial streets--100 feet.
(b) Collector streets--35 feet.
(c) Residential collector streets--30 feet.
(d) Local streets to negate double frontage
condition--20 feet.
(4) Adjacent to limited access streets/ a setback
distance of 200 feet, exclusive of required
yards, shall be provided from the limited
access street right-of-way, unless a noise
study demonstrates that a lesser distance is
acceptable as approved by the director of
transportation. Natural vegetation shall be
retained wi thin the :setback area unless
removal is required to install noise
attenuation measures or is approved by the
planning commission.
(5) Setbacks from temporary turnarounds easements
shall conform to permanent cul-de-sac right-
of-way standards.
(6) A minimum setback for all structures of 20
feet shall be provided from any petroleum
product transmission pipeline easement or 35
feet from the pipeline whichever is greater.
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Sec. 17-83. Minimum requirements.
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(c) If a subdivision borders on or contains an
existing or proposed arterial or collector
street, the director of transportation may
require the subdivider to limit access to said
street(s) requiring a local street design
utilizing a series of cul-de-sacs and/or loop
streets. The lots shall only be entered from
such a local street, and a buffer as required
in section 17-70 (a) or section 17-70 (b) shall
be provided along the lot lines adjacent to the
arterial or collector street.
(2) That this ordinance shall become effective immediately
upon adoption.
Ayes:
Nays:
Miller, Humphrey, King and Sowder.
Warren.
Mr. Warren inquired whether the new Board could revisit the
entire Upper Swift Creek Plan.
Mr. Micas responded that the new Board could revisit the Plan
and associated ordinance amendmentsj however, the Board would
have some limitations regarding zoning cases that may have
been processed based on the adopted Plan.
15.E.
TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCB TO VACATE AN EIGHT-FOOT
EASEMENT ACROSS LOT 164, BAGLE COVB, SECTION 3
Mr. Stith stated this date and time has been advertised for a
public hearing for the Board to consider an ordinance to
vacate an 8-foot easement across Lot 164, Eagle Cove, Section
3.
Mr. Miller called for public comment.
No one came forward to speak to the issue.
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. King, the Board
adopted the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE whereby the COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD,
VIRGINIA, ("GRANTOR") vacates to JOSEPH B. ELKO and
BETTY S. ELKO, ("GRANTEE"), an 8' easement across
Lot 164, Eagle Cove, Section 3, MATOACA Magisterial
District, Chesterfield County, Virginia/ as shown
on a plat thereof duly recorded in the Clerk's
Office of the Circuit Court of Chesterfield County
in Plat Book 55, at Page 100.
WHEREAS, JOSEPH B. ELKO and BETTY S. ELKO, petitioned
the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia to
vacate an 8' easement across Lot 164, Eagle Cove, Section 3,
MATOACA Magisterial District, Chesterfield County, Virginia
more particularly shown on a plat of record in the Clerk's
Office of the Circuit Court of said County in Plat Book 55,
Page 100, by CHARLES C. TOWNES & ASSOCIATES, P. C., dated
SEPTEMBER 2, 1987, recorded DECEMBER 31, 1987. The easement
petitioned to be vacated is more fully described as follows:
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An 8' easement across Lot 164, Eagle Cove, Section
3, the location of which is more fully shown on a
plat made by HARVEY L. PARKS, INC., dated AUGUST 5,
2004, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a
part of this Ordinance.
WHEREAS, notice has been given pursuant to Section 15.2-
2204 of the Code of Virginia, 1950/ as amended, by
advertising; and,
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WHEREAS, no public necessity exists for the continuance
of the easement sought to be vacated.
NOW THEREFORE / BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VIRGINIA:
That pursuant to Section 15.2-2272 of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended, the aforesaid easement be and is
hereby vacated.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect in
accordance with Section 15.2-2272 of the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended, and a certified copy of this Ordinance,
together with the plat attached hereto shall be recorded no
sooner than thirty days hereafter in the Clerk I s Office of
the Circuit Court of Chesterfield County, Virginia pursuant
to Section 15.2-2276 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended.
The effect of this Ordinance pursuant to Section 15.2-
2274 is to destroy the force and effect of the recording of
the portion of the plat vacated. This Ordinance shall vest
fee simple title of the easement hereby vacated in the
property owners of Lot 164, Eagle Cove.. Section 3 free and
clear of any rights of public use.
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Accordingly, this Ordinance shall be indexed in the
names of the COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD as GRANTOR, and JOSEPH B.
ELKO and BETTY S. ELKO, or their successors in title, as
GRANTEE.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King, Sowder and Warren.
Nays: None.
15.F.
TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE TO VACA'I'E A PORTION OF LOT
16, MAP OF LOTS STAKED OUT ON PROPERTY OF HARVBY
HORNBR
Mr. Stith stated this date and
public hearing for the Board
vacate a portion of Lot 16,
property of Harvey Horner.
time has been advertised for a
to cons ider an ordinance to
Map of Lots staked out on
Mr. Miller called for public comment.
No one came forward to speak to the issue.
On motion o:E Mr. Warren, seconded by Mr. Sowder, the Board
adopted the following ordinance:
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AN ORDINANCE whereby the COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD,
VIRGINIA, ("GRANTOR") vacates to LEWIS W. COMBS,
JR., ("GRANTEE"), a portion of Lot 16, Map of Lots
staked out on property of Harvey Horner, CLOVER
HILL Magisterial District/ Chesterfield County,
virginia, as shown on a plat thereof duly recorded
in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of
Chesterfield County in Deed Book 259, at Page 134.
WHEREAS, LEWIS W. COMBS, JR., petitioned the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia to vacate a
portion of Lot 16, Map of Lots staked out on property of
Harvey Horner, CLOVER HILL Magisterial District, Chesterfield
County, Virginia more particularly shown on a plat of record
in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of said County in
Deed Book 259, Page 134, by W. W. LAPRADE AND BROS., dated
JUNE 1, 1939, and recorded AUGUST 14, 1940. The portion of
lot petitioned to be vacated is more fully described as
follows:
A portion of Lot 16, Map of Lots staked out on
property of Harvey Horner, the location of which is
more fully shown on a plat made by BARTHOL DESIGN
ASSOCIATES, dated SEPTEMBER 19/ 2007, a copy of
which is attached hereto and made a part of this
Ordinance.
WHEREAS, notice has been given pursuant to Section 15.2-
2204 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, by
advertising; and,
WHEREAS, no public necessity exists for the continuance
of the portion of lot sought to be vacated.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS OF CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, VIRGINIA:
That pursuant to Section 15.2-2272 of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended, the aforesaid portion of lot be
and is hereby vacated.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect in
accordance with Section 15.2-2272 of the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended, and a certified copy of this Ordinance,
together with the plat attached hereto shall be recorded no
sooner than thirty days hereafter in the Clerk's Office of
the Circuit Court of Chesterfield County, Virginia pursuant
to Section 15.2-2276 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended.
The effect of this Ordinance pursuant to Section 15.2-
2274 is to destroy the force and effect of the recording of
the portion of the plat vacated. This Ordinance shall vest
fee simple title of the portion of lot hereby vacated in the
property owner free and clear of any rights of public use.
Accordingly, this Ordinance shall be indexed in the
names of the COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD as GRANTOR, and LEWIS W.
COMBS, JR., or his successors in title, as GRANTEE.
Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King, Sowder, and Warren.
Nays: None.
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16. FIFTEEN-MINUTE CITIZEN COMMENT PERIOD ON UNSCHBDULED
MATTERS
No citizens had requested to address the Board at this time.
17 . ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Mrs. Humphrey, seconded by Mr. Miller, the
Board adjourned at 9:38 p.m. until October 24, 2007 at 3:00
p.m.
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Ayes: Miller, Humphrey, King, Sowder and Warren.
Nays: None.
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