01-02-1980 MinutesBOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
January 2, 1980
Supervisors in Attendance:
Mm. R. Garland Dodd, Ch~izman
Mr. Harry G~ Daniel, Vice Chaizm~n
Mrs. Jo~ Girone
Mr. E. Merlin O'Neill, Sr.
Mr. Nicholas M. I~iszer
Co%mty Administrator
Staff in Attendance:
Mr. C. G. Manual, Asst. Co.
Mr. Steve Micas, Co~ty Attor~.ey
Mr. Jeffrey Phzzy, Director
Commmity Development
Mr. Meiszer called ghe meeting to order at the Courthouse
at 11:00 a.m. (EST)
Mr. Dodd gave the invocation.
Mr. Meiszer stated the first order of business was the election
of a Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Board of Supervisors.
Mr. O'Neill, Chairman of the Board for the past four years
stated he did not want to be considered a candidate for
Chairman. He stated that the past several years have been in
a state of flux and he hoped the next Chairman would have a
better term of office. He staged there had been a lot of
confusion and problems in the past and he offered his support
to whoever was elected Chairman.
Mr. O'Neill nominated Mr. Dodd for Chairman.
Mr. Meiszer inquired if there were any other nominations for
Chairman. There being none, it was on motion of Mr. O'Neill,
seconded by Mrs. Girone, resolved that nominations be closed
for Chairman.
Mr. Micas inquired what term of office the Chairman was being
elected. The Board generally agreed that the term was for one
year. Mr. Meiszer asked that a verbal vote be taken on the
nomination of Mr. Dodd for Chairman.
Ayes: Mr. Daniel, Mr. Dodd, Mr. Bookman and Mr. O'Neill.
Abstention: Mrs. Girone.
Mr. Dodd was elected Chairman of the Board. ~r. Dodd stated
the floor was now open for nominations for Vice Chairman.
Mr. O'Neill nominated Mr. Daniel for Vice Chairman for a term
of one year. Mr. Dodd inquired if there were any other nomination:for
Vice Chairman. There being none, it was on motion of
Mr. O'Neill, resolved that nominations be closed.
Ayes: Mr. Dodd, Mr. Daniel, Mrs. Girone'and Mr. O'Neill
Nays: Mr. Bookman. ·
Mr. Dodd asked that a verbal vote be taken for Mr. Daniel's
nomination for Vice Chairman.
Ayes: Mr. Dodd, Mr. Daniel~ Mrs. Girone and Mr. O'Neill.
Nays: Mr. Bookman.
On motion of Mr. Bookman, it was resolved that the election
of Mr. Daniel as Vice Chairman be unanimous.
Vote: Unanimous
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Mr. Dodd inquired if the Board would like to appoint the
Board member to the Planning Conm~ission at this time.
Mr. Micas stated the term of office was four years. On motion
of Mr. Dodd, Mr. O'Neill was appointed to the Planning Commission
until December 31, 1983.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Dodd stated his appreciation for the Board's support in
electing him Chairman. He stated he would try to follow the Board'J
direction and would not split the problems to the north or the
south but will consider the County as a whole and treat it
equally. He stated he did have' a lot to learn and will carry
this responsibility to the best of his ability.
Mrs. Girone stated the north appreciates his concerns but she,
tob, fe~ls the County should be considered as a single unit and
not divided into the north and the south. She stated she
felt this year the Board should give the administration some
guidance regarding the budget. She stated that she did not feel,
or any reason, that taxes should be increased because with
inflation and fuel costs increasing, everything is higher and
she felt the government could help the people by holding taxes
as they are. She stated she felt the Board s first priority
Should be to the employees in the County--to keep their salaries
fair and continue to provide just compensation to each
employee. She stated that with over-regulations by the
federal and state governments that our Community Development
Department should not require additional policies and added
that she felt any business person in the County who can
identify any specific policies or ordinances which can be
improved, the Board should consider and focus on improving
those ordinances or policies as best they can. She stated
the Board should also advise staff of its philosophy on
growth so everyone can proceed in the same consistent manner.
Mr. Dodd stated he agreed with what Mrs. Girone had said and
suggested the Board have a special meeting in the beginning of
the month of January to discuss some of these items so that
everyone could start off with the same goals.
Mr. Bookman pledged Mr. Doddhis support~nd stated he was disappointed
to hear there was a north and a south Ohesterfield County. He
stated he was elected by the residents to serve the County
as a whole.
Mr. Daniel thanked the Board members for their vote of
confidence in electing him Vice Chairman. He stated he felt
the Board should take a business approach to their jobs on the
Board. He stated he supported Mrs. Girone's thoughts and
stated he would look at the County from a business management
standpoint.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
Whereas, Florence G. 3ohnson has been a faithful and diligent
employee of Chesterfield County for 37 years and 9 months in the
Commissioner of Revenues Office; and
Whereas, Ms. Johnson passed away on December 29, 1979; a~d
Whereas, The Board of Supervisors and employees of
Chesterfield County were saddened to learn of Ms. 3ohnson's
untimely death.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that the Board of
~upervisors of Chesterfield County hereby expresses its
~ppreciation for her loyal and dedicated service to the citizens
)f the Codnty and extends its deepest sympathy in this time of
loss.
~ote:' 'Unanimous
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. O'Neill, the Board
increased Planned Budget Revenue account 111-1-00011-0855 Miscell~ne
Revenue by $326.16 and increased Planned Budget Expense account
111-1-06210-2391 Witness Expense by $326.16.
Vote; Unanimous
On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, the following
people were reappointed to the Planning Commission effective
January 1, 1980 and whOse terms will expire on December 31,
1983:
Mr. H. Vernon ~Williams - Clover Hill
Mr. C. F. Currin - Bermuda
Mr. Elbert Howard - Dale
Mr. T. T. Crump- Midlothian
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. O'Neill indicated he would make his appointment at the
January 9, 1980 meeting.
Mr. Micas presentsd the Beard with three additional proposals
for the legislative program regarding transportation issues.
The Board discussed these items and it was generally agreed
that the Board would meet on 3annary 9, 1980 at 10:30 a.m.
in the Airport Conference Room to have staff present additional
information before acting on these proposals.
It was suggested that the Board meet with the legislators during
tke week of January 14, 1979 for an evening meeting to
discuss the County's legislative proposals further.
Mr. Dodd suggested that a meeting be held by the Board for a
work session to discuss what the Board felt the priority needs
were for 1980. He suggested that the Board members put their
ideas in writing. This meeting was scheduled for January 14,
1980 at 10:00 a.m.
Mr. Bookman stated the Board had discussed the landfill at a
the previous meeting and stated this item was very important.
After further discussion of the matter, it was on motion of
Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs~ Girone, resolved that staff
be authorized to prooeed with bidding for the landfill.
Vote: Unanimous
~rs. Gir0ne stated she had received a request from
~r~ John Henson to defer.discussion of Michaux Creek.
gas generally agreed tO defer this matter.
It
~Ir. Painter stated that County forces cannot accomplish work on
ia sewer project behind Meadowbrook on Falling Creek
and stated the estimated cost is $10,000. After further
discussion of the matter, it was on motion of Mr. Daniel, seconded
by Mr. O'Neill, resolved that Stamie E. Lyttle Company be awarded
the contract to repair broken sewer on Falling Creek behind
Meadowbrook which estimated cost is $10,000 and further the
Board waived bidding requirements of Section 2-10 of the
County Code because of the emergency situation existing.
Vote: Unanimous
On motion of Mr. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board
voted to go into Executive Session to discuss personnel matters
as permitted by Sestion 2.1-344 (1) of the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended.
~ote: Unanimous
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On motion of Mr. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board
rescinded its motion to go into Executive Session at this time.
Vote: Unanimous
On motion of Mr. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board
set the second Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. and the
fourth Wednesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. as regular meeting
dates for 1980 except for the month of December when the Board
will meet only On the second Wednesday.
Vote: Unanimous
On motion of Mr. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Bookman, the Board
went into Executive Session to discuss personnel matters as
permitted by Section 2ol-344 (1) of the Code of Virginia, 1950,
as amended.
Vote: Unanimous
Reconvening:
0n motion of Mr. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board
adjourned at 12:55 p.m.
~ote: Unanimous
Nicholas M. Meisze~/
County Administra~.6r
R. Garland D~
Chairman
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