10-10-1984 MinutesBOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES
October 10, 1984
Supervisors in Attendance:
Mr. Harry G. Daniel, Chairman
Mr. G. H. Applegate, Vice Chairman
Mr. R. Garland Dodd
Mrs. Joan Girone
Mr. Jesse J. Mayes
Mr. Richard L. Hedrick
County Administrator
Staff in Attendance:
Mr. Stanley R. Balder
Dir. of Planning
Mr. Ed Beck, Asst. Dir.
of Utilities
Mr. John Boykin, Asst.
Dir. of Gen. Ser.
Mr. William Correl!,
Construction Coord.
Mrs. Doris DeHart,
Volunteer Coordinator
Chief Robert Eanes,
Department
~Ir. Phil Hester, Dir.
of Parks & Rec.
Mr. Robert Hodder~
Building Official
Mr. Elmer Hodge, Asst.
County Administrator
Mr. Richard McElfish,
Environmental Eng.
Mr. R. J. McCracken,
Transp. D~rector
Mr. Steve Micas, Co.
Attorney
Mrs. Pauline Mitchell,
Public Info. Officer
Mr. Jeffrey Muzzy,
Asst. Co. Admin. for
Comlnl~nity Develop.
Major Linwood Panfish,
Police Dept.
Mr. Lane Ramsey, Diro
of Budget & Acctq.
Ms. Jean Smith, Dir.
of Social Se~ices
Mr. M. D. Stith, Jr.,
Exec. Asst., Co. Adm.
Dr. M. P. Wagner, Dir.
of Health Dept.
Mr. David Welchons,
Dir. of Utilities
Mr. Daniel calle~ the meetin9~ to order at the Courthouse st 7:
p.m. (EDST).
1. INVOCATION
Mr. Daniel introduced Reverend R. Roland Powell, Pastor of
Matoaca Baptist Church, who gave the invocation.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes~ the Board a
the minutes of Septermber 26, 198~ as amended.
Vote: Unanimous
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3. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR ' S COMMENTS
Mr. Hedrick introduced Ms. Sara James, newly assigned reporter to
Chesterfield County from WWBT, Channel 12 TV, and briefly out-
lined her educational and professional experience.
Mr. Hester stated the County employees had substantially exceeded
their goal for the United Way Campaign. He invited the Board to
attend an Employee Appreciation Day for all County employees on
October 13, 1984 which is being provided at no cost to the County
because of the employees involvement in the Campaign.
ITEMS TO BE DELETED OR HEARD OUT OF SEQUENCE
On motion of Mr. Applegate, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board
deferred 5.A., Recognition of Mr. John McElwee, 7.A., Public
Hearing to Consider Conveyance of Variable Width Right of Way
Along East Avenue to Virginia Department of Highways and Trans-
portation, 7.B., Public Hearing to Consider Conveyance of .339
Acres to Commonwealth of Virginia for Extension of Southlake
Boulevard between Courthouse and Branchway Roads, and 9.F.9.,
Beach Road Recreational Access Project until October 24, 1984 at
9:00 a.m.; deleted 9.G.2.b., Condemnation Proceedings Across
Property of Sherman T. Garrett and Junie J. Garrett and 9.G.3.e.
Deeds of Dedication from Heirs of Charles Daniel and Glen W. and
Virginia Ro Butler for Construction of East Avenue; and adopted
the agenda as amended.
Vote: Unanimous
5. RESOLUTIONS OF SPECIAL RECOGNITION
5.B. FIRE DEPARTMENT
5.B.1. DISTRICT CHIEF DOUGLAS G. ALEXANDER
Chief Eanes introduced Mr. Douglas Alexander who was present and
had dedicated many years of service to the County as a volunteer
in the Fire Department.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution'was adopted:
WHEREAS, District Chief Douglas G. Alexander has recently
stepped down as District Chief of Company %1, Chester, after
serving in that capacity since October, !982; and
WHEREAS, Chief Alexander joined the Company in 1976 after
having previously served ten years at Company #3, Bensley, and
Company %4, Bon Air, and served in the positions of Engineer,
Lieutenant, Assistant District Chief, and District Chief; and
WHEREAS, It is the desire of this Board to recognize his
faithful service to the Chesterfield Fire Department and to
spread this recognition upon the Minute Book of the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this Board publicly
recognizes the long and distinguished service of District Chief
Douglas G. Alexander and this Board extends on behalf of its
members and the citizens of Chesterfield County, their apprecia-
tion for the 18 (eighteen) years of service to the County.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Daniel recognized Mr. Alexander's family who was present and
presented him with the framed resolution. Chief Eanes also
presented Mr. Alexander with a retirement badge on behalf of the
Fire Department..
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5.B.2. DISTRICT CHIEF DAVID I. VINCENT
Chief Eanes introduced Mr. David Vincent who was present and had
dedicated many years of service to the County as a volunteer in
the Fire Department.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, District Chief David I. Vincent, Jr. has recently
stepped down as District Chief of Company ~5, Midlothian, after
serving in that capacity since January 1, 1981 and on two previ-
ous periods from January through December, 1971 and January, 197~
through December, 1979; and
WHEREAS, Chief Vincent joined the company as a junior membe]
in 1961 and has served in the capacity of Lieutenant, Captain,
Assistant District Chief and District Chief; and
WHEREAS, Chief Vincent has given freely of his time attend-
ing the VCU Municipal Fire Administration course in 1970-71,
Chesterfield County Officer Development Course in 1978 and
certified in 1983 in the County's new Chief Officer Certificatio!
Program; and
WHEREAS, It is the desire of this Board to recognize his
faithful service to the Chesterfield Fire Department and to
spread this recognition upon the Minute Book of the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this Board publicly
recognizes the long and distinguished service of District Chief
David I. Vincent, Jr. and this Board extends on behalf of its
members and the citizens of Chesterfield County, their appre-
ciation for the 23 (twenty-three) years of service to the County.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Daniel introduced Mrs. Vincent who was present and presented
Mr. Vincent with the framed resolution. Chief Eanes also pre-
sented Mr. Vincent with a retirement badge on behalf of the Fire
Department.
5.B.3. DISTRICT CHIEF PHILLIP W. WILLIAMSON
Chief Eanes introduced Mr. Phillip Williamson who was present
had dedicated many years of service to the County as a
in the Fire Department.
On motion of the Board, the following resolution was adopted:
WHEREAS, District Chief Phillip W. Williamson has recently
stepped down as District Chief of Company #11, Chesterfield,
after serving in that capacity since December 12~ 1978 and
previously from January 1, 1975 through December 31, 1977; and
WHEREAS, Chief Williamson joined the Commpany in 1959 and
served in the positions of Firefighter, Lieutenant, Captain,
Assistant District Chief and District Chief; and
WHEREAS, It is the desire of this Board to recognize his
faithful service to the Chesterfield Fire Department and to
spread this recognition upon the Minute Book of the Board of
Supervisors of Chesterfield County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this Board publicly
recognizes the long and distinguished service of District Chief
Phillip W. Williamson and this Board extends on behalf of its
members and the citizens of Chesterfield County, their ape
tion for the 25 (twenty-five) years of service to the County.
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Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Daniel introduced Mrs. Williamson who was present and pre-
sented Mr. Williamson with a framed resolution. Chief Eanes also
presented Mr. Williamson with a retirement badge on behalf of the
Fire Department.
Chief Eanes expressed appreciation for the support these men'have
given over the years to the Department.
5.B.4. FIRE DEPARTMENT AWARDS CEREMONY
Chief Eanes stated tonight the Fire Department would like to make
several presentations honoring some life saving feats that have
occurred in the County in the past year. He stated this is an
evening when the bravest of the brave are honored and an evening
when the Fire Department itself is honored for it is the deeds of
these men which represent the deeds of the entire Department.
Chief F. Wesley Dolezal, Chief Edward R. Anderson and Firefighter
Thomas L. Schafer were awarded a Citation of Merit for their
valiant effort to locate and save the life of a boy who had
fallen through ice; Sergeant Douglas Malaspino was awarded an
Emergency Medical Service Award for a life save he made by
recognizing a patient being loaded into an ambulance had stopped
breathing and initiated cardiopulmonary resuscitation; Sergeant
Richard W. Coffey and Roger A. Warden were awarded an Emergency
Medical Service Award for a life save when they found a teenage
male in full cardiac arrest, initiated cardiopulmonary resuscita-
tion and continued until the patient responded; Fir~fighter David
S. Parrott was awarded an Emergency Medical Service Award for a
life save he made by applying cardiopulmonary resuscitation to a
baby in respiratory arrest; Firefighter David M. Mason was
awarded an Emergency Medical Service Award for calming and
instructing a mother over the telephone on the proper procedures
to enable her choking and non-breathing child to breath while he
was working as a dispatcher; Emergency Services Dispatcher
Katherine M. Eubank received three Emergency Medical Service
Awards for life save actions she made over the telephone by
providing instructions on how to deliver a baby when assistance
could not arrive in time, by calming and instructing a lady how
to stop bleeding from a severe cut that had penetrated the
brachial artery in the upper arm of her husband, and by instruct-
ing a lady how to do cardiopulmonary resuscitation on her baby
who had turned blue; and Emergency Services Dispatcher Kenneth W.
Hall received an Emergency Medical Service Award for a life save
when he instructed the wife of a patient who had gone into full
cardiac arrest in performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Acting Battalion Chief James E. Graham was awarded the Salaried
Firefighter of the Year Award for 1983 for his outstanding
performance and leadership in training, emergency medical ser-
vices organization and fire station operations. Engineer Richard
J. Bidwell of Company #4, Bon Air, was awarded the Volunteer
Firefighter of the Year Award for his outstanding commitment to
the fire service during 1983. Chief DiMarco, accepting on behalf
of the Enon Volunteer Fire Department, Company #6, was awarded
the Outstanding Fire Company of the Year Award for 1983 which was
the second consecutive award in this category for this Company.
The Board, the County Administrator, Chief Eanes and Assistant
Chief Dolezal presented the awards to those present. Chief Eanes
expressed appreciation to the Board and Administration for their
support in allowing the Department to attract individuals such as
these and to train and equipment these men to do these life
saving feats. The Board congratulated those present on the
awards received and expressed appreciation to the individuals
recognized.
5.C. PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 24, 1984, AS UNITED NATIONS DAY
Mr. Hodge stated the County has been contacted by Governor Robb's
designee requesting the County's support of the State's effort tc
proclaim October 24, 1984 as United Nations Day. Mr. Dodd
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stated he would vote against this resolution as he felt the
United Nations has not addressed issues such as Afghanistan and
the murder and terror of those people, etc. He stated he felt
this resolution was out of character for a local government. Mr~
Dodd moved that the resolution be tabled. There was no second to
the motion and the Chairman declared the motion dead.
Mr. Mayes stated he felt the United Nations was an organization
founded to seek peace in the world and with all of the bad things
attributed to it, they do not override the fact that the orga-
nization was based on the principle of peace and the Board should
perpetuate this spirit of peace. Mr. Mayes moved that the
following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, United Nations Day is designated by the United
Nations General Assembly each year to commemorate the founding of
the Organization on October 24, 1945; and
WHEREAS, On this occasion, we join with the peoples of the
world in reaffirming our commitment to the principles upon which
the United Nations was founded: international peace and security,
~espect for human rights, and the promotion of social and econom-
ic cooperation among nations. United Nations Day also gives us
the opportunity to examine our involvement in the world's prob-
lems and their solutions; and
WHEREAS, Since the United Nations was founded 39 years ago,
the world has changed dramatically, with the addition of more
than 100 nations to its membership. In this global~community, it
is clear that the power to solve the world's problems no longer
lies solely in the hands of a few nations. Instead, all nations
must work together to relieve the suffering of millioRs, to halt
nuclear proliferation~ and to promote economic develoPment; and
WHEREAS, Americans have made a great contribution to the
creation and continuing work of the United Nations. As a part of
our foreign policy, the United Nations is a channel through which
the United States can .take productive action for world peace and
prosperity. Continued support for the United Nations can advance
constructive goals that will benefit both the United States and
the world.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Chesterfield County
Board of Supervisors, hereby proclaims Wednesday, October 24,
1984 as United Nations Day and urges all citizens to participate
in programs and activities designed to increase understanding of
the problems and potential of the United Nations and to develop
ideas on ways to make the United Nations more effective.
Mr. Applegate seconded the motion. He stated further that this
is a state and national request and the Board would be remiss and
would not be supporting the Commonwealth and the President. Mrs.
Girone stated she understood Mr. Dodd's statement but she felt
the Board should support the Governor's request. She stated that
she felt it was the intention of the United Nations to do well
and sometimes they failed but the Board should support the peace
keeping intent. Mr. Daniel stated he was in favor of the motion
because of the desires, goals and fundamental principles that
lead to the United Nations being established even though those
goals are not always met.
Ayes: Mr. Daniel, Mr. Applegate, Mrs. Girone and Mr. Mayes.
Nays: Mr. Dodd.
HEARINGS OF CITIZENS ON UNSCHEDULED MATTERS OR CLAIMS
o C. F. CURRIN~ JR. ET AJ.., - RESOLUTION ON ZONING PROCESS
Mr. Currin introduced Mr. Leo Myers, Mr. Bert Howard, Mr. Joe
Tucker and Mr. Doug Woolfolk who would also be addressing the
Board as outlined in his letter. He presented the Board with a
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statement signed by former Chesterfield County Planning Commis-
sioners regarding this resolution.
Mr. Currin stated he was present because he was concerned about
the policy adopted by the Board not allowing supervisors to be
involved in the zoning process until after the Planning Commis-
sion had acted. He stated he opposed the policy because he felt
it would cause a lack of communication between the person devel-
oping land, the adjacent landowners who have concerns and the
elected officials responsible for the well being of the district
involved; this policy gives too much responsibility to the staff
and gives citizens the feeling that staff is a barrier between
them and their supervisor and the supervisors must be responsive
to their constituents; and he felt the citizens should have been
consulted in some manner and he felt the policy would not be
workable whether in writing or not. He stated in America he felt
the two most important things were a person's family and their
rights with regard to their home and land. He stated in regard
to the latter he felt the people are protected by elected
officials, but only through open communication can they be
assured of this protection.
Mr. Howard stated he and other former members of the Planning
Commission met to discuss the resolution since they had been
approached as to what their opinion was. He stated they felt
they should present their opinion first to the Board. He stated
five of the six former commissioners who met were unanimous in
the approach with the sixth abstaining. He stated he felt the
objective of the resolution was worthwhile to avoid~the Board
interfering with staff operations, but with the Commission it did
not bother him as much as they were appointed and should be
strong. He stated maybe it would be well to have a pglicy
stating straight out that there would be no interference in the
sense of threats, coercion, etc. used on staff or the Commission.
He stated he felt it would be a very serious omission to inhibit
the commissioner and supervisor from talking to each other as the
zoning process is a legislative matter which allows for discre-
tionary judgment. He stated no two cases are alike--there is
geography, size, location, etc. to consider. He stated it was
their recommendation, as well as that of Mr. Hawkins who is also
a former commissioner, that a set of standards of conduct bearing
upon not only the general employee of the County but a special
set for the Board, the Planning Commissioners, the Board of
Zoning Appeals and others who are in relative sensitive
positions. He stated he felt the County business should be
handled in public. He stated he served under two different Board
members and never had they interfered in his 14 years of service
He recommended that the resolution be reevaluated and if it is
not rescinded, it be reconsidered to the point of opening up and
maintaining communications from all directions to the supervisor
elected by the people. He stated people expect to talk to their
supervisors.
Mr. Leo Myers stated he read in the newspaper that a supervisor
had indicated that as far as he knew there had been no interfer-
ence by a supervisor. He stated he felt the Board had gone part
of the way but not all the way with this policy. He stated it
was the wrong road when conditions were placed between the
citizens and the supervisor. !{e stated he felt the supervisor
should be able to talk to a potential applicant regarding a case
as it may not be proper for the area. He stated the Planning
Commission is where the action is. He stated you are punishing
the supervisor when you stop him from talking until after the
Planning Commission had acted as the rumors have been put into
place, all the fear and doubts, etc. and it will be worse on the
supervisor. He stated if there is no compelling need for it,
don't place the restrictions on the Board. He stated
Chesterfield County is a model for other areas. He stated the
citizens in Bermuda District should have the right to talk to
their supervisor.
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Mr. Joe Tucker stated he had severe concerns regarding the
resolution on the zoning process. He outlined his view of the
zoning process at the County which he felt was grossly reduced by
the resolution adopted whereby the voting constituent has little
or no time to be involved in the process if the supervisor is
restricted in his abilities to perform his functions. He stated
the only time the Board will be involved in the case would be
after the Planning Commission has acted. He stated issues could
be solved through conversation with the supervisor as he is the
one most familiar with the area and could provide considerable
insight as to whether or not the project is acceptable for the
district. He stated the developer, if not permitted to do this,
has no other recourse than to go to the Planning Commission which
could be wasted effort. He stated the dangers involved in this
also limits the ability of the constituent to have a say in the
matters involved in their County. He stated the Board members
are directly answerable to the voting constituents but the County
staff is not directly answerablew which is necessary to separate
them from politics and for them to go about their jobs and be
efficient in the process. He stated if you subjugate the con-
stituents from the supervisors, you have staff trying to deter-
mine what the public view is without being permitted to talk with
the person who knows what is involved in a particular issue. He
stated he felt this violates the rights and responsibilities of
the Board to its constituents.
Mr. Doug Woolfolk stated he would be addressing his comments to
the Board excluding Mrs. Girone and applauded her on her stand on
the issue. He took exception to his profession as it makes
developers sound like a threat to influence a supervisor in his
decision and he felt the supervisors were all capable of making
their own decisions and weighing them on their own me~its. He
stated the Board should want to know on a first hand.~asis
anything that is proposed for their district or the County that
affects the County or the constituents and the ability to respond
to the constituents and their concerns. He stated the zoning
process is a very lengthy, time consuming and expensive challenge
and without some level of comfort a person would be foolish to
propose a project that knowingly would be opposed by the staff,
the citizens and the Board. He stated as a taxpayer and life
long resident of Chesterfield, he looks to the Board as his
governing body and feels entitled to discuss any business that
has an effect on the County and he plans to continue to talk to
the Board. He requested the Board to reconsider the adopted
policy.
Mr. Currin stated he hoped the Board would take the comments
tonight and reconsider by rescinding the resolution on this
policy.
Mr. Robert Henley of HMK Corporation requested permission to
address the Board. Mr. Daniel stated there are established rules
and procedures for meetings and if he would like to schedule time
at the next meeting, he should contact the County Administrator's
office.
Mr. Applegate expressed appreciation to those present voicing
their concerns. He stated h].s interpretation of the resolution
was nothing more than an affirmation of a process that has
governed this County for some time. He explained the process
briefly. He stated what he heard tonight was an objection to the
process. He stated similarly it would appear to him to be wrong
for an attorney to approach a judge prior to a trial. He stated
as he views this, the Board is the ultimate judge of the zoning
case and everyone on this Board is entitled to hear the whole
story. He stated, consequently, in reading the policy, he could
not see anything to prevent the Board from communicating with
its constituents. He stated he does not feel there has been a
problem with this Board, but this is an affirmation of a process
He stated if the process is a problem, then perhaps this should
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be brought to the attention of the General Assembly as they
established the requirement for a Planning Commission in 1952.
He assured those present that each Board member serves with
integrity, honesty, and all they are asking is that the process
be followed. He stated if the process is wrong, then maybe that
should be changed.
Mr. Mayes stated appreciation for those present who expressed
their views. He stated he did not feel any of the speakers were
against the spirit of the resolution but with the wording.
Mr. Dodd stated the resolution was amended by eliminating some of
the wording and now he feels it does not stop him from what he
has been doing for the past eight years. He stated he would
operate the same in Bermuda District as he always has. He stated
he has the same strong feelings for the citizens' right to talk
to the supervisor and he will always have an open door policy and
anyone can come and talk to him at anytime and he did not feel
the resolution was contrary to this.
Mr. Daniel stated that the minutes of September 26, 1984 were
corrected with a statement added which was made at the meeting
stating "this policy in no way impairs any Board member from
carrying out their own elected legislative responsibilities". H~
stated this paper does not move the Board fUrther away from the
people, it only indicates there is a process, puts it in writing
and reaffirms it. He stated in essence it says that the
particulars of a zoning case and the decisions of the County
employees or Planning Commission shall not be influenced by any
individual Board member. He stated the process is a creation of
State Code. He stated the staff's responsibility is ~o look at
the zoning ordinance and policies, recognizing that the applicant
has the right to have their application considered in a uniform
manner. He stated every Board member should have that
reinforced--that an individual Board member has done nothing in
anyway that would influence a staff or a Planning Commission
recommendation. He stated there is plenty of time for that
representation to surface and stand so that it can be said for
all. He expressed appreciation for those speakers who had come
to the meeting and hoped there had been some clarification as to
the misunderstanding and misinterpretation of the resolution. HE
stated several developers who were concerned with the resolution
had contacted him and after an explanation that this in no way
insulated the public from the legislative process they were
satisfied. He stated the resolution was not designed to cover
every possibility but it was never designed to isolate any Board
member from the public and the Board is responsive enough to
change or modify this policy if situations arise. He informed
those present that there would be further discussion regarding
the Board representative to the Planning Commission later in the
evening.
It was generally agreed the Board would recess for two minutes.
Reconvening:
7. DEFERRED ITEMS
7.C. APPOINTMENTS - RICHMOND METROPOLITAN AUTHORITY
The Board accepted the nomination of Mr. David K. Hunt from Mr.
Applegate for the Richmond Metropolitan Authority, replacing Mr.
Mark Smith whose term expired.
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8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.A & 8.B. RADIO TOWERS FOR POLICE AND FIRE COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Hodge stated the two requests are for the radio towers for
the new fire and police communications system. He stated
representatives of the two departments have met with citizens in
the area to make them aware and answer any questions they had.
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In Midlothian District, Chesterfield County requested a Condi-
tional Use Planned Development to permit a radio tower plus a 400
foot exception to the 100 foot height limitation for towers in an
Agricultural (A) District on a 10.0 acre parcel lying approxi-
mately 2,000 feet off the east line of Old Bon Air Road, measured
from a point approximately 300 feet north of Bayham Drive. Tax
Map 10-13 (1) part of parcel 5 (Sheet 3).
Mr. Daniel inquired if anyone were present to discuss this
matter. No one was present. Mrs. Girone stated she had met with
the people in the community and there were two people present
tonight who took a map home and stated they were satisfied. She
stated the staff has impressed upon her the need for separate
towers and she felt it was a correct assessment to have it
totally independent and owned by the County. She stated that Ms.
Kitty Lyle at the Bon Air School for Girls was very graciQus and
cooperated totally with staff in this matter.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Applegate,.the Board
approved this request subject to the following conditions:
The following conditions notwithstanding, the pla~ submitted
with the application shall be considered the Master Plan.
The base and guy wires of the tower shall be fenced to
preclude trespassing.
Prior to obtaining a building permit, documentation of FAA
approval shall be submitted to the Planning Department.
In conjunction with the granting of this request, the
Planning Commission shall grant schematic plan approval of
the Master Plan.
Vote: Unanimous
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In Clover Hill Magisterial District, Chesterfield County request-
ed a Conditional Use Planned Development to permit a radio tower
plus a 500 foot exception to the 100 foot height limitation for
towers in Agricultural (A) District on a 10.0 acre parcel lying
approximately 230 feet off the west line of Warbro Road, measured
from a point approximately 2,400 feet south of Genito Road. Tax
Map 48 (1) part of parcel 5 (Sheet 13).
Mr. Daniel inquired if anyone were present to discuss this
matter. There was no one present. Mr. Applegate stated he
recognized the necessity for the tower. On motion of Mr.
Applegate, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board approved this request
subject to the following conditions:
The following conditions notwithstanding, the plan submitted
with the application shall be considered the Master Plan.
The base and guy wires of the tower shall be fenced to
preclude trespassing.
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Prior to obtaining a building permit, documentation of FAA
approval shall be submitted to the Planning Department.
In conjunction with the granting of this request, the
Planning Commission shall grant schematic plan approval of
the Master Plan.
Vote: Unanimous
9. NEW BUSINESS
9.A. SET DATES FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS
9.A.1. ORDINANCE RELATING TO SMOKE DETECTORS IN MOTELS/HOTELS
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board set
the date of November 14, 1984 at 7:00 p.m. to consider an ordi-
nance to amend Chapter 9.1 of the Code of Chesterfield, 1978, as
amended, by adding Section 9.1-10 relating to smoke detectors in
motels and hotels.
Vote: Unanimous
9.A.2. ORDINANCE RELATING TO RABID ANIMALS
Mr. Hedrick stated with the rabies epidemic spreading throughout
Virginia, a public hearing date has been recommended for
consideration of an ordinance requiring the inoculation of cats.
Mr. Daniel inquired how the County would enforce the proposed
ordinance inoculating cats for rabies. Mr. Hedrick stated since
cats are not licensed, it would be difficult to enforce but staff
would do its best. Mr. Applegate stated that each magisterial
district has water on its border and raccoons are heavy carriers
of this disease. On motion of Mr. Applegate, seconded by Mrs.
Girone, the Board set the effective date of November 14, 1984 at
7:00 p.m. for a public hearing to consider an ordinance to amend
the Code of the County of Chesterfield, 1978, as amended, by
amending Sections 5-21 and 5-26 and adding Sections 5-21.1,
5-25.1 and 5-25.2 relating to rabid animals.
Vote: Unanimous
Approximately eight people were present in favor of this action.
9.B. RESIGNATION BY BOARD REPRESENTATIVE ON PLANNING COMMISSION
Mr. Daniel stated Mr. Dodd and Mr. Mayes had been appointed to a
committee to discuss the representation of the Board of Supervi-
sors on the Planning Comm. ission. Mr. Dodd stated the committee
recommended that to keep the spirit and intent of the resolution
that the County did not need a Board member on the Planning
Commission. He stated he felt the date of November 1, 1984 would
be more applicable than the December 1, 1984 date as originally
recommended. He stated this would be done for one year and if it
is ill advised, the Board can reconsider and appoint a member to
the Planning Commission again. He stated he would simultaneously
submit his resignation to the Planning Commission effective
November 1, 1984.
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes, it is the sense of
the Board that the member of the Board of Supervisors should
resign from the Planning Commission on November 1, 1984, for a
one year trial period to determine whether Board members can more
effectively comply with the September 26, 1984 Board policy on
zoning by not participating in the Planning Commission activ-
ities.
Mr. Applegate inquired who would be the Board's contact on
zoning. Mr. Dodd stated it could be accomplished through staff
or each Planning Commission member. Mrs. Girone stated she felt
this was a wise move as the Board had taken the County
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Administrator off the Planning Commission and she had suggested
the Board representative also be eliminated as she felt this
representation was ineffective. She stated it was considered but
felt that it would be unwise to eliminate both at the same time.
Mr. Daniel stated that this additional appointment did place an
enormous amount of pressure on the individual involved.
Vote: Unanimous
9.C. COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR TO SET PUBLIC HEARING DATES
Mr. Hedrick stated there are instances when it is necessary to
expedite matters which are held up because they need to come to
the Board for an official date to be set for a public hearing.
He stated allowing the County Administrator to set dates for
public hearings should eliminate delays in those instances when
the Board is in favor of advertising on an emergency basis. He
stated otherwise, the Board would still set dates on normal
items. Mr. Dodd stated there are times when situations arise in a
particular district and inquired if the supervisor would still
have the same options. Mr. Hedrick stated the same options would
still exist. Mr. Mayes stated he felt the County Administrator is
the administrative arm of the Board and this was more of a
legislative matter and giving this authority to make the final
decision might be in violation of the law. Mr. Micas stated the
County Administrator would not be making the legislative
decision, only the administrative decision to initiate the
legislative process. Mr. Mayes stated he felt the ~ounty
Administrator is the executive arm of the Board and carries out
the administrative requirements of the Board and he a%ready has
this authority. He stated he had a problem with authorizing
blanket authority. After further discussion, it was on motion of
Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes, resolved that the Board table
this item.
Vote: Unanimous
9.D. BINGO AND/OR RAFFLE PERMITS
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board approved
the request for a bingo and/or raffle permit from the A1 Bartraw,
Jr., Chapter 50, Disabled American Veterans for calendar year
1985.
Vote: Unanimous
9.E. HIGHWAY ENGINEER
Mr. Bill Newcomb, Assistant Resident Engineer with the Virginia
Department of Highways and Transportationv was present. He
stated construction of the turning lane on Old Bon Air at Robious
Road is underway today; the construction of the turning lane on
Route 10 at the Firehouse will be underway next week; the bridge
widening project on Route 360 at Woodlake has been awarded but
will not get under construction because of the shortness of steel
until January, 1985; the Route 147 project is underway as of
Tuesday; the Hopkins Road and Meadowdale project is completed;
the Route 1 widening at Ross Ford is completed; there is a
proposed curb and gutter and sidewalk at Virginia State
University and paved ditch throughout which will get underway in
November; and the Route 60, Winterfield and LeGordon project has
been advertised and awarded and should get under construction
within the next 30 days.
Mr. Daniel stated the people were pleased with the Meadowdale an~
Hopkins Road project. Mr. Dodd expressed appreciation for the
pavement in Bermuda District.
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Mrs. Girone requested that a traffic light study be accomplished
for Buford Road and Pinetta. Mr. Daniel waived the rules and
procedures of the Board to accommodate a motion regrading this
study. On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the
Board hereby requests the Virginia Department of Highways and
Transportation to accomplish a study for the need of a traffic
light at the intersection of Buford Road and Pinetta.
Vote: Unanimous
Mrs. Girone requested that Mr. Tommy Reynolds forward her a copy
of the response he wrote in answer to Billy Ketron's letter.
Mr. Daniel inquired about Belmont and Turner and stated he had
been told bids were coming in November. Mro Newcomb stated the
widening has been constructed, they are waiting on the lights,
and Vepco has raised the pole so the light should be installed by
January.
The Board thanked Mr. Newcomb for his assistance.
9.F. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ITEMS
9.F.1. NEW HUMAN SERVICES BUILDING
Mr. Zook was present to answer any questions regarding the
proposal for the new Human Services building. Mr. Daniel in-
quired if the funds would be returned for the financing capi-
talized during the lease/purchase. Mr. Ramsey stated the archi-
tect fees would be paid for from the $1,000,000 the ~oard appro-
priated for Capital Projects this year and the financing payments
would pay for the actual construction cost. He stated~the Board
would have the option of including the financing for the archi-
tectural services if it wished to change the budget as it is
currently adopted. Mr. Daniel requested that this option be
explored and if there is a financial opportunity available, to
bring it back to the Board and if it is not that it stay as it
is. Mr. Applegate inquired if the funds were actually included
in the budget. Mr. Ramsey stated they were.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board au-
thorized the County Administrator to enter into a contract for
design services with Washington Associates for a basic fee of
$192,000 plus up to $20,000 in additional services which may be
needed for the new Human Services building's design/engineering
and further the Board transferred $380,900 for architectural
costs and lease purchase payments for the building from the
undesignated capital projects account to the Human Services
.building account.
Vote: Unanimous
9.F.2. CONTRACTS FOR ADDITIONS ~ND ALTERATIONS TO JAIL KITCHEN
Mr. Hodder was present and briefly outlined the history of the
need for the additions and alterations to the County Jail. Mr.
Mayes inquired what would happen to the old equipment in the
Jail. Mr. Correll stated that most of the old equipment will be
used and they are adding additional equipment. Mr. Hedrick
stated the State Code dictates how surplus equipment would be
disposed of which is at auction if it cannot be used in other
operations at the County.
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mrs. Girone, the Board awarded
the construction contract in the amount of $142,200 to the low
bidder, Viking Enterprise, Inc.; awarded the contract for the
Kitchen Equipment in the amount of $36,975.00 to Kolbe, Inco;
authorized assignment of the Kitchen Equipment contract to the
General Contractor in order to facilitate coordination and make
one firm responsive for the total project; and authorized ~he
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County Administrator to execute any necessary documents for this
project.
Vote: Unanimous
9.F.3. STREET LIGHT INSTALLATION COST APPROVAL
Mr. Dodd again expressed displeasure with the high cost Vepco is
charging for street light installation. He stated to upgrade an
existing light at Route 10 and Osborne Road will cost $4,538 and
there is a fairly new pole at the location. He requested the
County Administrator and staff discuss this matter with Vepco and
negotiate the costs. He stated he would like to approve this
request as it is a dangerous intersection and he would consider
)utting some of his 3¢ Road Funds with the General Fund
~ also. After further discussion of the source of
funds, it was on motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes,
resolved that the $4,538 be appropriated from the Bermuda Dis-
trict 3¢ Road Fund for the purpose of installing a street light
at the intersection of Osborne and West Hundred Road and further
the County Administrator and staff is instructed to negotiate
with Vepco in an attempt to document what the costs are and to
negotiate a better price than the $4,538. Mr. Dodd indicated he
would also like to include three other lights for approval as
well which costs are $3,114.13. Mr. Hedrick informed Mr. Dodd
there was not enough Bermuda 3¢ Road Funds or Street Light Funds
to cover these installations. After further consideration, Mr.
Dodd withdrew his motion. On motion of Mrs. Girone,~ seconded by
Mr. Mayes, the Board deferred consideration of these street light
installation costs in Bermuda District until October 24, 1984 and
directed the County Administrator to discuss with Vepqo
representatives the high costs of the light installations and for~
staff to also work out a financial plan for the street light
installations; and further the Board approved the installation
cost for a street light at Westfield Road and Sycamore Square
Drive at a cost of $470.00 which funds are to be expended from
the Midlothian District Street Light Funds.
Vote: Unanimous
9.F.4. STREET LIGHT REQUESTS
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Daniel, the Board
deferred consideration until further notice of two street light
requests for Bermuda District at the intersection of Mason Avenue
and Treebeard Terrace and at the intersection of Beaumont Avenue
and General Boulevard; and approved the requests for street
lights at the following locations with the funds expended from
the District Street Light Funds as indicated:
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3.
4.
Intersection of Abingdon Road and Lucks Lane, Clover Hill
Intersection of Agincourt Lane and Centrailia Road, Dale
Intersection of Beulah Road and Brookshire Drive, Dale
Intersection of Raynor Drive and Brown Road, Midlothian
Vote: Unanimous
9.F.5. SUPPLEMENTARY 1984-85 SECONDARY SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT BUDGE~
Mr. McCracken presented the Board with a revised 1984-85 secon-
dary road budget revenue projection by the Highway Department an~
stated the County will receive an additional $842,000 and the
Department has recommended projects to be accomplished. On
motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board adopted
'the following resolution:
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WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors approved on April 11,
1984, the 1984-85 Secondary Road Improvement budget for Chester-
field County; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Highways and Transporta-
tion has revised their revenue projections and now expects
Chesterfield County to receive an additional $842,000 above the
original revenue projection.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors
approves the 1984-85 Supplementary Secondary Road Improvement
Budget as proposed by the Virginia Department of Highways and
Transportation.
Vote: Unanimous
9.F.6. JOINT SUBCOMMITTEE/JLARC HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION STUDY
Mr. McCracken stated the JLARC study of the construction allo-
cation formula in the State of Virginia began in 1982. He stated
a joint subcommittee has been formed to recommend to the General
Assembly views on each of the proposals that the subcommittee and
JLARC have recommended. He stated staff has reviewed the rec-
ommendations and staff has a disagreement with the philosophy as
they have failed to address the inadequacy of highway funding,
especially in the urbanized areas. He stated if all the rec-
ommendations were approved the County would receive substantially
higher funds in the secondary road allocations with~considerably
less for primary road construction. -~
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board adopted
the following resolution: ,,
WHEREAS, the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission
has conducted a study of the reasonableness, appropriateness and
equity of the current statutory provisions for allocating highway
construction funds; and
WHEREAS, Senate Joint Resolution 20 as adopted by the
General Assembly contains various bills which will incorporate
the proposals of the Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County hag
found that the approach taken by the Commission in accessing
highway needs fails to address the critical needs which exist in
the Commonwealth's regional 'transportation networks and in
particular the networks of high growth areas; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has taken a position on
each of the bills contained within Senate Joint Resolution 20.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisor~
does not support the Joint Legislative and Audit Review Com-
mission's method of accessing highway construction needs;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Joint Legislative Audit
and Review Commission and the General Assembly are urged to
consider statewide highway network needs with particular emphasi~
placed on the needs within high growth areas.
Vote: Unanimous
9.F.7. ROUTE 10 WIDENING PROJECT THROUGH CHESTER
Mr. McCracken stated this request is for the County to consider
funding for the Highway Department to proceed with a design of a
Route 10 widening project through Chester which estimated cost i~
$350,000. Mr. Applegate inquired if these funds were consistent
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with the budget. Mr. Hedrick stated that it is consistent with
previous actions by the Board and it has been encumbered for all
intents and purposes. Mr. Daniel discussed the funds in the
capital projects and requested the staff keep the Board informed
of the balance. On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr.
Applegate, the Board adopted the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors is interested
in solving the traffic congestion problems on Route 10 through
Chester; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia Department of Highways and Transporta-
tion has advised the Board that the cost of designing plans and
studying alternative methods for solving the congestion problem
will be approximately $350,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the County is currently conducting an update of the
land use and transportation plan for the central area of
Chesterfield, the results of which will be coordinated with the
Highway Department's study.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board requests the
Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation to proceed
with the study and design of the Route 10 traffic solution
including the consideration of sidewalks and noise and sound
barriers in the vicinity of Chester Middle School;
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board appropriates
$350,000.00 from the unappropriated surplus of the gDneral fund
for this design and authorizes the County Administrator to enter
into a contract with the Highway Department for the design.
Vote: Unanimous /~
9.F.8. ROUTE 36 GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT - ETTRICK
Mr. McCracken stated that in May, 1984 the Board authorized the
County Administrator to enter into a contract with the Highway
Department for the design of the Route 36 grade separation
project. He stated the Highway Department estimated the cost of
the original design to be $150,000. He stated the Highway
Department had to request bids from consultants for the project
due to their internal workload. He stated in addition, the
original scope of the project has been increased to include
the underpass vs. the overpass alternate. He stated the design
costs as submitted by the consultant's engineers will be $315,0001
due to the expanded scope of the project. He stated staff
recommends that we proceed with the study of the alternates and
that the Board appropriate an additional $165,000. Mr. Mayes
indicated his desire that only an underpass be designed.
On motion of Mr. Mayes, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board hereby
requests the Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation
to proceed with a design of an underpass only at Route 36 in
Ettrick and that the additional $165,000 be appropriated from
Fund balance of the General Fund which added to the previously
appropriated $150,000 makes a total of $315,000 for the project.
Mr. McCracken stated if the scope of the project is reduced to
include design for only an underpass the cost will only be
reduced by approximately $25-35,000 based on the figures of the
Highway Department. Mr. Applegate stated he did not understand
how all designs will cost $315,000 and to reduce the scope to
only one design will only reduce the price by $25-35,000. Mr.
McCracken stated the cheapest phase of the work was the selec~
of the alternate routes and the study of whether an underpass
overpass are virtually the same. He stated when you get into
designing an underpass it will be much more complicated than an
overpass, there will be additional construction engineering, etc.
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Mrs. Girone inquired if this design will give a cost estimate fo~
construction. Mr. McCracken stated they will and they expect a
underpass will cost two or three times as much as an overpass.
He stated the overpass was expected to be $1,000,000 and the
underpass will cost approximately $2-3,000,000.
Vote: Unanimous
9.F.10. STUDY COMMISSION ON INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT BONDS
Mrs. DeHart presented the Board with a report on the Industrial
Development and Revenue Bond Act Study Commission which contains
recommendations to the Governor for the allocation of industrial
development bonds. She stated the Federal Deficit Reduction Act
was signed into law in July which places restrictions on each
state on the issuance of private activity bonds. She stated the
recommendations in the report would have a negative impact on the
County because the commission is placing a high priority on
localities with high unemployment rates and high fiscal stress.
She stated there will be a public hearing at which the Board
members might want to attend to express their interest. Mr.
Daniel inquired if it would be appropriate to address in the
resolution that the County has long recognized that this mecha-
nism o~ financing allows local governments to create jobs and
stimulates economy and when it is done in one region which may
not be a high stress area, it could benefit other adjacent areas
with high stress. Mr. Hedrick stated it was best to take each
project on its own merit on a first come first serve basis and
not get involved with high stress and other formulas as it is
making a socio-economic program out of something that has been
strictly for the purposes of enticing economic development. He
stated this point by Mr. Daniel would be contradictory. Mr.
Daniel stated that industrial development bonds help offer jobs
and if there is a stress area next door or within the region the,
will benefit from it. Mr. Mayes stated that there are
priorities, meaning that all areas are not the same. He inquired
if another priority--that of an area being denied Planning
District support for the past 30 years could be considered. He
stated the County, the State and the federal government pays
funds into the Planning District Commission and those services
have not been received in the Matoaca Magisterial District. He
stated, therefore, he felt this district should be separated int¢
another priority to get some of that support. Mr. Hedrick state,
this is also asking that another alternate form of criteria be
established and staff recommends that the only criteria be based
on each project standing on its own merits and what it does to
the economy of the state as a whole. Mr. Mayes stated rules are
made that are not always in the best interest of Matoaca District
and Chesterfield County.
On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board adopted
the following resolution:
WHEREAS, a Committee of the General Assembly is currently
studying criteria to be used by the State of Virginia in allocat-
ing its unused 1984 Industrial Revenue Bond allocation; and
WHEREAS, it appears that the Legislative Committee is
considering imposing criteria to be used to allocate the State's
Industrial Revenue Bond allocation to local governments that
would provide priority to those localities perceived to have a
high degree of fiscal stress and a high rate of unemployment; and
WHEREAS, such artificial limitations will have an adverse
effect on the Commonwealth's policy to encourage and foster
economic development because it severely hampers industries'
discretion when deciding whether to locate in Virginia; and
WHEREAS, any fiscal stress criteria would inappropriately
attempt to steer private industries' decisions and would
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negatively impact those localities best able to meet the needs
industry attempting to locate in Virginia.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Chesterfield County
opposes creating priority criteria that would inhibit localities
from using the portion of the State Industrial Revenue Bond
allocation when those localities are capable of providing the
economic climate desired by an industry.
Vote: Unanimous
It was generally agreed that a letter should accompany this
resolution signed by the Chairman expressing the concerns men-
tioned by the Board at the meeting today.
9.G. UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ITEMS
9.G.1. WATER ITEMS
9.G.l.a. WATER CONTRACT FOR COURTHOUSE COMMONS
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board approved
and authorized the County Administrator to execute any
necessary documents for W84-154C/6(8)4544, Courthouse Commons
off-site water improvements, for O. D. Duncanson and Sons in the
amount of $56,986.79, based on Class 51 ductile iron pipe and
further transferred $62,700.00 from 380-1-69064-4393 to
380-1-64544-4393 which includes a 10% contingency.
Vote: Unanimous
9.G.l.b. REQUEST OF MR. AND MRS. J.O. HUGHES - WATER EXTENSION
Mr. Daniel stated several years ago there was an unu§ual
situation on a street where citizens did not want small lots so
the governing body created a situation where there is a lot owned
by Mr. and Mrs. Hughes next to a development and they would like
to connect to public water. Mr. Welchons stated Mr. and Mrs.
Hughes are not objecting to extending water from a point that it
would normally been extended under Mr. LaPrade's development but
to paying the additional cost to get the water from where it now
exists to that point. He stated Mr. and Mrs. Hughes have agreed
to pay for the extension from the point the line would have
normally been extended to their property and the normal
connection fee. Mrs. Hughes was present and stated this was
agreeable. After further discussion~ on motion of Mr. Daniel,
seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board approved and appropriated $4,00(
from 380-1-65091-4393 for the installation of the water line Mr.
LaPrade would normally have extended on Jessup Road in order tha~
Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Hughes, lots 39 and 40, Henning Heights, can
be served. It is noted they have an additional expense to get
the line to their property and that they will pay the normal
connection fee.
Vote: Unanimous
9.G.l.c. POLICY FOR DEVELOPMENT ADJACENT TO COUNTY RESERVOIR
Mr. Welchons stated in 1971 the Board adopted a policy
prohibiting the placement of septic tanks within 100 feet of the
Falling Creek Reservoir. He stated this was to protect the
quality of water used for the County water supply. He stated
staff has reviewed this policy in light of recent Planning
Commission concern regarding the development adjacent to the
Swift Creek Reservoir. He stated in August the Planning
Commission considered tentative approval of Kingspoint
Subdivision adjacent to Swift Creek Reservoir and it was
recognized that increased development around the reservoir
utilizing septic tanks could jeopardize the source of drinking
water for the County. He stated the Planning Commission
recommended that this be deferred until November to allow staff
to study the problem. He stated staff met and discussed this
situation and recommended a policy which was discussed by the
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Swift Creek Watershed Committee and the State Health Department.
He stated that the State Health Department stated their
preference would be that no drainfield be installed around the
shoreline but as an alternative they could support the policy as
outlined in the Board papers. He stated further that Mr. John
Davenport with the Homebuilders Association of Richmond asked
that they review the policy before the Board takes action. He
stated staff recommends this matter be deferred for further
study.
Mr. Applegate stated Swift Creek Reservoir only makes up 3% of
the drainage area/watershed. He stated consequently with
Brandermill and Woodlake in place to be served by sewer, it
appears that 90% of the 3% will be served by sewer which leaves
only .3 of 1% to be served by possible septic tanks. He stated
he agreed with Mr. Welchons about the deferral but there are
people with pending applications. He stated staff should not
only look at the watershed but the possibility of septic tanks
along all sources of water in the County including Lake Chesdin.
He stated the deferral did not bother him except for those people
who are being held up subject to the study being completed. He
stated he talked with two of the applicants, one being Kingspoint
which has 8 lots and 4 do not meet the new recommended policy.
He stated further there is another individual who has secured a
parcel of land adjacent to the reservoir who will meet with the
same objection. He stated this makes five septic tanks and he is
concerned that the Board not hold up those individuals at this
point.
On motion of Mr. Applegate, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board sent
the policy back to staff for more detailed study but at the same
time did not prevent the individuals who are on record as having
applied for lot development or septic tank permits f~om
proceeding with their plans.
Vote: Unanimous
Mr. Skitch Rudy inquired if that decision protects those who have
applied for subdivision approval. The Board indicated that was
included.
9.G.2. SEWER ITEMS
9.G.2.a. REQUEST FOR SEWER SERVICE IN NO~4ANDALE TERRACE
Mr. Dodd stated he did not know of any area which was denied the
opportunity for a survey for public utility service. He stated
this area is an old subdivision that has been recently built up
and they did not oppose a water tank in the area nor the Proctor~
Creek Treatment Plant°
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Applegate, the Board
authorized the Utilities Department to survey Normandale Terrace
to ascertain the number of people agreeing to connect if public
sewer is made available.
Vote: Unanimous
9.G.2.c.
CONTRACT FOR DESIGN OF PROCTORS CREEK TREATMENT PLANT
Mr. Dodd stated the staff has reviewed the contract, he has full
confidence in the staff and does not mean to be derogatory but h~
has concerns about the recommended firm. He stated tonight on
two issues, the Board has awarded contracts to two firms outside
of the County and outside of Richmond. He stated he realizes
there is a new procurement law and that it is supposed to be don~
on a professional basis and he wants the lowest dollar for the
County residents but he felt there was no criteria being used fo]
local concerns to do business with the County and he felt this
was wrong. He stated previously the Board had been involved in
some of the presentations, which he is not interested in
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returning to but he felt in the future, someone from the Board
should be involved in the process to be in tune with some of the
local people who can do the work. He stated he did not want to
keep the money in Chesterfield if the contractors are charging
too much; however, if there is a close figure in money, yes,
there should be a method to give business to our local people as
long as it is not at the expense of the taxpayer. He stated the
State Highway Department makes allowances in State contracts,
etc. He stated he felt this would contribute to the economy and
we should favor our local business. He stated he looked at the
system that staff had with giving points to different companies
and it was fair and he did not know if anything could be done.
He stated if we can't, then the State law is wrong. Mr.
Applegate stated he felt this decision was purely a business
decision considering dollars and cents, the quality of firms,
etc. with no reflection on the local firms. He stated this coulc
be brought up at a later date. He complimented staff on the
business decision. Mr. Dodd stated he did not feel this should
be delayed but he would like to see it done a little different
the future if possible.
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Applegate, the Board
retained the firm of Metcalf & Eddy, Inc. to design and manage
the construction of the Proctors Creek Wastewater Treatment
expansion and authorized the County Administrator to execute the
contract for a not to exceed amount of $1,599,631.00.
Vote: Unanimous
It was generally agreed by the Board that staff assemble informa.
tion that could be used for a quantifiable argument ~o the
legislators or the trade itself for some mechanism that could
provide some form of local preference in the bid process.
9.G.3. CONSENT ITEMS
9.G.3.a. HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT AGREEMENT REGARDING ROUTE 10 SEWER
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board approved
and authorized the County Administrator to execute an agreement
with the Virginia Department of Highways and Transportation for
protection of an existing sewer line along Route 10 at Falling
Creek subject to approval by the County Attorney's Office and
further the Board appropriated $7,500 from 574 Surplus to 380-1-
74554-4393.
Vote: Unanimous
9.G.3.b. SLUDGE STORAGE PAD AT PROCTORS CREEK TREATMENT PLANT
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board approved
and authorized the County Administrator to execute the contract
for construction of a sludge storage pad at Proctors Creek
Wastewater Treatment Plant to Simons Hauling Company in the
amount of $18,000 and further the Board transferred $23,700 from
380-1-7300].-4393 to 380-1-74911-4393. It is noted $5,700 in
additional expenditures was necessary for installation of a sump
pump, PVC cover for pad, stone for roadway, etc.
Vote: Unanimous
9.G.3.c. WATER CONTP~CT FOR PLUM CREEK
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board approved
and authorized the County Administrator to execute any necessary
documents for the following water contract:
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W84-160CD/6(8)4605, Plum Creek
Developer: S & B Development Co. of VA
Contractor: R.M.C. Contractors, Inc.
Total Estimated Cost: $49,827.50
Total Estimated County Cost: $7,137.00 (Refunds through
connection fees)
Estimated Developer Cost: $42,690.50
Number of Connections: 58
Code: 566-1-00556-0000
Vote: Unanimous
9.G.3.d. DEEDS OF DEDICATION ALONG RAMBLEWOOD DRIVE
On motion of Mr. Dodd, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board approved
and authorized the County Administrator to execute, on behalf of
the County, three 20 ft. deeds of dedication from M. Dean and
Nonie E. Whittington along Rambtewood Drive°
Vote: Unanimous
9.G.4. REPORTS
Mr. Welchons presented the Board with a report of the developer
water and sewer contracts executed by the County Administrator.
9.H. REPORTS
Mr. Hedrick presented the Board with a status report on the
contingency account. ,~
9.I. EXECUTIVE SESSION
On motion of Mr. Applegate, seconded by Mr. Mayes, the Board went
into Executive Session to discuss legal matters relating to
Stewart vs. Chesterfield Count~ and legal matters relating to the
financing of multi-family h~slng projects pursuant to 2.1-344
(a) (6) of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
Vote: Unanimous
Reconvening:
i0. ADJOURAq4ENT
On motion of Mr. Applegate, seconded by Mr. Dodd, the Board
adjourned at 11:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on October 17, 1984 at
the School Board Administration Building.
Vote: Unanimous
Richa/rd L. Hedrick
County Administrator
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