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03-24-1976 MinutesPresent: Mr. E. Merlin O'Neill, Chairman Mrs. Joan Girone, Vice-Chairman Mr. J. Ruffin Apperson Mr. C. L. Bookman Mr. Leo Myers Mr. M. W. Burnett, Co. Admin. VIRGINIA: At an adjourned meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, held at the Courthouse on March 1976, at 9:00 a.m. Also Present: Mr. Stanley Balderson, Chief Planner Mr. C. G. Manuel, Asst. Co. Admin. Mr. Morris Mason, County Attorney Mr. Robert Painter, County Engineer Mr. William Prosise, Asst. Co. Eng. Mr. Charles Quaiff, Sup., Accounts & Record Mr. Michael Ritz, County Planner Ms. Joan Smith, Secretary Mr. David Welchons, Asst. Co. Eng. Mrs. Girone calls the meeting to order and gives the invocation. On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the minutes of March 8th, 10th and 17th be and they hereby are approved. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the follow- ing Sewer Contracts be and they hereby are approved with the understanding that Item No. 6 be negotiated further: 1. S76-26D Reams Run, Portion of Section "A" $ 6,000.00 R. M. C. Contractors, Inc. 2. S76-30D Brandermill Club House Area 1t 787.00 R. M. C. Contractors, Inc. 3. S76-25D Brandermill, Timber Ridge, Phase II 34,976.75 R. M. C. Contractors, Inc. 4. S74-74D Brandermill, Timber Ridge, Phase I 44,042.25 R. M. C. Contractors, Inc. 5. S76-31D Salisbury Castlebridge 4,600.00 Fred W. Barnes Construction Co. 6. S76-19CD Salisbury 0utfall 134,922.70 Fred W. Barnes Construction Co. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that a Change Order in the amount of $10,410 be and it hereby is approved for Contract 7032-5B, Proctor's Creek 0utfall Sewer which change is necessitated because the outfall line has to be extended further into the river and it has to be tied into Vepco's rip-rap. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mr. Painter informs the Board that at some later date there may be a request for a change order for the Kingsland Creek Trunk because some test piling may have to be made but the Federal government will participate in the additional cost. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the Central Builders, Inc. be and they hereby are granted a 45-day extension of time for Con- tract 6511-7A, River Road, because of bad weather and because road surface treat- ment cannot be started until the latter part of March.' Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, be it resolved by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Chesterfield, Virginia, in regular meeting assembled that the Chairman of said Board be and he hereby is authorized to enter into an agreement with the Seaboard Coast Line Railroad Company, and to sign same on be- half of said County whereby said Railroad Company grants unto said County the right or license to install and maintain, for the purpose of a sewer main, a line of 42-inch concrete pipe across the right of way and under the main track of said Railroad Company at or near Bellwood, Virginia, as particularly described in said agreement, which agreement is dated February 13, 1976, a copy of which agreement is filed with the Board of Supervisors. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, be it resolved by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Chesterfield, Virginia, in regular meeting assembled that the Chairman of said Board be and he hereby is authorized to enter into an agreement with the Seaboard Coast Line Railroad Company, and to sign same on behal~ of said County whereby said Railroad Co'mpany grants unto said County the right or license to install and maintain, for the purpose of a sewer main, a line of 36- inch concrete pipe across the right of way and under the main track of said Rail- road Company at or near Bellwood, Virginia; as particularly described in said agre~- ment which agreement is dated February 20, 1976, a copy of which agreement is filed with the Board of Supervisors. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the Engineer~ ina Department be and it hereby is authorized to engineer the Beulah Village and North Conifer Heights areas for sewers. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On mOtion, of Mr... Myers, s~condad by'Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that Mr. James C. Lunsford in Masondale Subdivision, be and he hereby is given a sewer connection for Lot 2, Blk. B on River Road. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that a Change Order be approved for the Lime Handling Facilities on Falling Creek in the amount of $1,809.81 which was necessitated to insure efficient operation of the facilitieS!. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apper~on, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mr. Painter states that a previous meeting the Board authorized the sum of $200 to be offered to Mrs. Spivey and correspondence has been received stating that she will not accept same. After consideration of this matter, it is on motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, resolved that Mrs. Spivey be given the $350 as requested for an easement in Contract 7032-6B. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that the fol- lowing resolution be and it hereby is approved: Whereas, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Chesterfield (the Board) adopted a resolution on March 10, 1976; entitled "Resolution Authorizing the Is- suance and Sale of $2,400,000 County of Chesterfield, Virginia, Sewer Revenue Bonds (Brandermill Project), Series of 1976, and Notes in Anticipation of the Sale Thereof and Providing for the Form, Details and Payment Thereof" Cthe Resolution) and Whereas, the Resolution requires the appointment of a "Consulting Engineer," as defined therein, to perform certain functions on behalf of holders of Bonds and Notes issued thereunder; and Whereas, Brandermill, as required by the Resolution, has consented to the naming of such "Consulting Engineer"; Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Chesterfield that R. Stuart Royer and Associates, is hereby appointed to act as "Consulting Engineer" under the ResolUtion upon the terms and conditions set forth i~ therein. Mr. Painter states that no matter who is appointed "Consulting Engineer" the cost will be approximately the same amount. A vote being taken: Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the Engineer- ing Department be authorized to improve the drainage on Halloway Avenue which cost is estimated to be between $1,200 and $3,000 depending on what material is used. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apper, son, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. It is generally agreed that the County Mapping Program will be deferred for two weeks because all information is not available at this time. On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr, Apperson, it is resolved that the Board accepts an agreement between the County and the Developers of Quail Hollow and authorizes the Chairman to sign a save-harmless agreement with the Highway Depart-i~ ment for certain drainage easements that may be necessary to be ac.quired in the development of Quail Hollow. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Myers~ it is resolved that the Board accepts an agreement between the County and the Developers of Buckingham Manor, "C", and authorizes the Chairman to sign a save-harmless agreement with the High way Department for certain drainage easements that may be necessary to be acquir in the development of Buckingham Manor, "C" Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the Board accepts an agreement between the County and the Developers of Huntingcreek and authorizes the Chairman to sign a save-harmless agreement with the Highway Depart- ment for certain drainage easements that may be necessary to be acquired in the development of Huntingcreek. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the Board authorizes the Chairman to sign a save-harmless agreement with the Highway Depart ment for certain drainage easements that may be necessary to be acquired on Ram- blewood Road. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. O'Neill, secanded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that a sewer con- nection be and it hereby is granted to Mr. Michael Mariniak on Winfree Street. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mrs. Girone introduces Mrs. Detrick who comes with two other ladies from the Crestwood Farms area. 'She cites break-ins, attempted robberies, etc. and pleas for more street lights in the subdivision. Mr. Burnett states that he has re- ceived a letter from the .new owner of McGregor Woods stating that she would like the County to take over the cost of two street lights in the complex because she cannot afford them and will have to jeopardize the safety of 22 families living there by having them removed. It is generally agreed that a date should be set to discuss this matter and the Board decides to set a date and time later in the dgy. Mr. Burnett states that the roads in the following subdivisions have been form- ally accepted by the State Highway Department into the State Secondary System of Roads: THE MEADOWS SUBDIVISION Rosegill Road from its intersection with Adkins Road easterly 0.09 mile to its inter- section with Wiffletree Road thence easterly 0.13 mile to its intersection with Pineville Road thence easterly 0.05 mile to a dead end. KINGSWOOD SUBDIVISION 0.27 mile Rosegill Road - from its intersection with Reams Road southwesterly 0.1S mile to its intersection with Kendrick Road thence south- westerly 0.12 mile to its intersection with Kennasaw Road thence southwesterly 0.OS mile to a dead end. Wolfberry Road - from its intersection with Kendrick Road southwesterly, thence northerly 0.09 mile to a cul-de-sac. Kennesaw Road - from its intersection with Rosegill Road westerly 0.17 mile to its inter- section with Windrift Road thence westerly 0.02 mile to a dead end. Kendrick Road - from its intersection with Rosegill Road westerly 0.06 mile to its inter- section with Wolfberry Road thence westerly 0.10 mile to its intersection with Windrift Road thence westerly 0.04 mile to a dead end. Windrift Road from its intersection with Kennasaw Road easterly 0.09 mile to its inter- section with Kendrick Road thence northeasterly 0.02 mile to a dead end. PULLIAM STREET 0.32 mile 0.09 mile 0.19 mile 0.20 mile 0.11 mile From its intersection with Route 1716 northerly 0.06 mile to a dead end. 0.06 mile Mr. Burnett again reminds the Board that there will be a Public Hearing by the State Department of Highways and Transportation on'April 9th at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose of discussing urban, interstate, primary and arterial road projects for 1976-77. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that upon the request of the Treasurer, he is hereby authorized to negotiate a short term loan not to exceed $2,000,000 in accordance with Sec. 15 1-545 and 15 1-546 of the Code of Virginia. ' Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mrs. Girone, seocnded by Mr. Apperson, it is resolved that the High- way Department build a new road at the railroad crossing in Bon Air 500 feet long and 20 feet Wide with 4 inches of gravel and guard rails on both sides of the road for approximately $3,500 and funding to come from the 3¢ Road Funds of Midlothian District or possibly from the Highway Department, Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs, Giro'ne, Mr. Apperson, Mr, Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson~ seconded by Mr~ Myers, it is resolved that Morrisett Road be improved for acceptance as a rural addition by moving the guy wire 'and 402 ft. of fence that currently exists with 34 Road Funds. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the follow- ing budget changes be made in the Treasurer's 1975-76 Budget contingent upon the State's approval of 'this request: 1. Increase Revenue Account 11-000-620.2 Shared. Expenses - Treasurer by $8,000. 2. Appropriate $16,000 from the Unappropriated Surplus of the General Fund to the following accounts: 11-031 109.1 Temporary Employees $11,000 11-031-218.0 Postage 5,000 Transfer $1,764 from 11-031-109.0 Clerical to 11-031-109.1 Temporary Employees. $16,000 Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the follow- ing.resolution be and it hereby is approved: Whereas, the Harrowgate Park is owned and is being developed by the County of Chesterfield as a recreational facility serving the residents of Chesterfield County and adjoining cities and counties; and Whereas, the facility is in need of adequate access; and Whereas, the procedure governing the allocation of recreational access funds as set forth in Section 33-136.3, Code of Virginia, 1966, as amended, requires joint action by the Commission of Outdoor Recreation and the Highway Commission; and Whereas, a statement of policy agreed upon between the said Commissions ap- proves the use of such funds for the construction of access roads to publicly- owned recreational areas or historical sites; and Whereas, the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County has duly adopted a zoning ordinance pursuant to Article 8 (Section 15.1-486 et. seq.), Chapter 11, Title 1S.1; and Whereas, it appears to the Board that all requirements of the law have been met to permit the Commission of Outdoor Recreation to designate Harrowgate Park as a recreational facility and further permit the Virginia Highway Commission to provide funds for access to this public recreation area in accordance with Section 33-136.3, Code of Virginia, 1966, as amended: Whereas, the right-of-way for the access road is available without cost to the State; and Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County hereby requests the Commission of Outdoor Recreation to designate Harrow- gate Park aa a public recreational area; and to recommend to the State Highway Commission that recreational access funds be allocated for an access road to serve said park; and Be it further resolved that the Virginia Highway Commission is hereby re- quested to allocate the necessary recreational access funds to provide a suitable access road as hereinbef6re described. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that Zoning Amend- ments 1S and 16 be and they hereby are authorized to be advertised for a Public Hearing on April 28, 1976, at 11:30 a.m. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that this Board accepts the Annual Report of the Planning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals. Ayes: Mr. OtNeill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the amount of $766 which is a credit received from the fencing of Ecoff Park be transferred to cover shrubbery in the amount of $721.2S for Ecoff Park which shrubbery had to be purchased in any event. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the sum of $1,752 be and it hereby is appropriated from the Unappropriated Surplus of the General Fund to cover additional work that is needed at three of the County parks due to the fact that overhead service has to be provided in lieu of under- ground service and because Vepco's cost is $17 more than the amount previously approved by the Board. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that this Board encourage the ladies of the Chesterfield County Extension Homemakers Council to proceed with their plans for presenting the County with a flag using the County Seal. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On mot'ion of Mr. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Apperson, it is resolved that the Har- rowgate P.T.A. be and they hereby are granted permission to hold bingo and/or raffles for a period of one year. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mr. Myers states that he would like to see the County Dog Wardens catch and destro the vicious dogs that have been attacking, killing and maiming poultry and live- stock in the County. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that the Game Claim of Mr. C. W. Smith be and it hereby is approved in the amount of $442.50 which figure represents the Virginia State Department of Agriculture's estimate of the value of five black angus heifers. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mrs. Dotty Armstrong comes before the Board and states the need for a historical and archaelogical survey to be made in the County. She states that this would be interesting to people of the County, would be a list for official records and would initiate a heritage commission formed of volunteers. She states that some areas are worth recognition and that the old should not be disguarded for the new. Mr. O'Dell states that he made a similar study for Henrico County, and this could aid in the development and planning for the County, could be used for en- vironmental impact statements and would show the locations of landmarks with a description. Upon consideration of this matter, it is on motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Apperson, resolved that the Planning Director be and he hereby is authorized to fill his existing intern position by hiring Mr. Jeffrey O'Dell agd further that an automobile be given Mr. 0'Dell for his travelling in the County. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mr. Burnett states that this time and date have been set for a Public Hearing on the final approval of the Ordinance which was passed on an emergency basis pro- viding for two drainfield sites to be located on all parcels of land which are to be used for residential development. Mr. Stamie Lyttle, representing the Home Builders Association, comes before the Board and states that the Association was not aware that the two drainfield sites would be required on every parcel of land. He states that the Home Builders Association would like to have time to prepare some material for discussion of this matter as he is not prepared because he was not notified of this Hearing until 30 minutes before it was to start. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that this matter be deferred until April 22nd at 7:30 p.m. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. The Board adjourns for lunch. Reconvening: 76S017 In Matoaca Magisterial District, John W. Taylor requests rezoning from Agricultura (A) to Residential (R-7) of a 21.05 acre parcel fronting approximately 450 ft. on Hickory Road and being located approximately 160 ft. east of its intersection with Ravenbourne Drive. T. M. 181-7 (1) par. 4 (Sheet 53/54), Mr. Jeff Collins, representing John W. Taylor, comes before the Board and states that this area will have water, sewer curbing and gutters There being no one to oppose this request and the Planning Commission having recommended approval, it is on motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Apperson, resolved that this re- quest for rezohing-to-Residential ~(~7) be and. it hereb~ is approved, Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. AppersonandMr. Bookman. 763018 In Matoaca Magisterial District~ W. D. Lucy requests rezoning from Agricultural (A) to Residential (R-15) of a 111.51 acre parcel consisting of three (3) parts; Part 1 fronting approximately 875 ft. on River Road and being located approxi- mately 1,100 ft. south of its intersection with Trents Bridge Road, also front- lng approximately 775 ft. on Hickory Road and being located approxiamtely 1,350 ft. east of its intersection with River Road; Part 2 fronting approximatley.l,250 ft. on River Road and being located approximately 1,300 ft. south of its inter- section with Trents Bridge Road; and Part 3 fronting approximately 400 ft. west of its intersection with River Road. T. M. 171-6 (1) parcel 6, (Sheet 47). Mr. Jeff Collins is present to represent W. D. Lucy. There being no opposition and the Planning Commission having recommended approval of this request, it is on motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Apperson, resolved that this request for' rezoning to Residential (R-15) of the aforedescribed parcel of land be and it hereby is approved Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson and Mr. Bookman. 763019 In Matoaca Magisterial District, David F. Hines requests rezoning from Agriculturai! (A) to Residential (R-15) of a 24.9 acre parcel fronting approximately 650 ft. on Hickory Road, also fronting 1,777 ft. on Rowlett Road and beingroads.lOcatT.ed M.in the 171-4 northwest quadrant of the intersection of the aforementioned (1) parcel 2 (Sheet 47). Mr. Jeff Collins is present to represent David F. Mines. There being no opposi- tion to this request and the Planning Commission having recommended same for ap- proval, it is on motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Apperson, resolved that this request for rezoning to Residential (R-iS) be and it hereby is approved. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. 763020 In Clover Hill Magisterial District, the E. B. P. Corporation requests rezoning from Agricultural (A) to Residential (R-2S) of a 82.37 acre parcel fronting 1,303.46 ft. on Riverway Road and being located approximately 3,800 ft. southeast of its intersection with Beach Road. T. M. 109 (1) par. 21 (Sheets 29 and 38). Mr. Brice Powell is present to represent the E. B. P. Corporation. There being no one in opposition to this request, it is on mot ion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Myers, resolved that this request for rezoning to Residential (R-25) be and it hereby is approved. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. 76S021 In Midlothian Magisterial District, B. C. Heath, Sr. requests rezoning from Agri- cultural (A) to General Business (B-3) of a 1.0 acre parcel fronting 2OO ft Midlothian Turnpike and being located approximately 1,400 ft. each of its inter- section with County Line Road. T M. 13 (1) parcel 30 (Sheet 5/6). Mr. B. C. Heath, Sr. comes before the Board and states that he will abide by the conditions recommended by the Planning Department. There being no opposition to this request, it is on motion of Mrs. Girone, seconde! by Mr. Bookman, resolved that this request for rezoning to General Business (B-3) be and it hereby is approved subject to the conditions recommended by the Planningl. Department. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. 76S022 In Midlothian Magisterial District, The Colebrook Company requests rezoning from Community Business (B-2) to General Business (B-3) of a 1.S acre parcel fronting 182.40 ft. on Midlothian Turnpike and being located approximately 500 ft~ east of its intersection with Salisbury Drive. T. M. 15~12 (1) Parcel 42 (Sheet 7). Mr. Doug Woolfolk is present to represent The Colebrook Company. There being no one opposing this request and the Planning Commission having recommended approval, it is on motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, resolved that this re- quest for rezoning be and it hereby is approved subject to the conditions recom- mended by the Planning Commission. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the Game Claim of Mrs. Annie M. Allen to cover the destruction of two turkeys be and it hereby is approved in the amount of $20.60. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the follow- ing erroneous tax claims be and they hereby are approved for payment: Eloise R. Renner Brenda J. Henshaw Peggy B. Shenn Wayne Miller Sturbrook Assoc. A. Eugene Fitzgerald~T/A MEGA James G. Gill Co., Inc. County License County License County License County License County License County Professional License County License $15,00 15.00 15.00 12.50 18.00 30.00 15.00 Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Appers~on, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Chief Robert Eanes of the Fire Department presents the Mutual Fire Aid Agreement between the City of Richmond, Henrico County and Chesterfield County. He states that he would favor a true mutual aid agreement and feels that it would help the fire protection in all areas. He states that the County of Henrico and the City of Richmond expect to sign this agreement at the next meeting of their Board or Council, respectfully. Upon consideration whereof, it is on motion of Mr. Appers~on, seconded by Mr. Myers resolved that the Chairman be authorized to sign the proposed Mutual Fire Aid Agreement as filed with the papers of this Board provided the other two jurisdic- tions sign same. Ayes: Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. 76S023 In Bermuda Magisterial District, F. G. Sloan & Sons, Inc. requests rezoning from Agricultural (A) to General Business (B-3) of a 2.39 acre parcel fronting approxi- amtely 225 ft. on West Hundred Road and being located approximately 1,200 ft. west of its intersection with Meadowville Road and better known as Riverbend Subdivisio~ Sec. A, Lots 13 and 14 and 117-12 (1) parcel 1-2 (Sheet 33). Mr. Sloan is present. After considerable discussion of this matter, there being no one present to oppose this request and the applicant agreeing to a conditional use permit, it is on motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Bookman, resolved that the request for rezoning be denied and that the applicant be granted a conditional use permit subject to the conditions as amended and recommended by the Planning Commission. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Apperson, it is resolved that the Mid- lothian Bicentennial Committee be granted permission to conduct a pyrotechnics display between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. on July 4, 1976, on the Mid- lothian High School Athletic Field subject to the conditions imposed by the Fire Department for such an event. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. 76S024 In Midlothian Magisterial District, Robert J. Flynn requests a conditional use to permit the construction of a two-family dwelling in a Residential (R-40) District on a seven acre parcel fronting 273.59 ft. on Robious Road and being located approximately 1.2 miles northwest of its intersection with Salisbury Road. T. M. 1 (1) Lot 10-6 (Sheet 2). Mr. Robert Flynn appears before the Board. There appearing no one in opposition to this request, it is on motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Myers, resolved that this request be and it hereby is approved subject to the conditions recom- mended by the Planning Commission. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. 'Myers. On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that this Board go into Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter. Reconvening: · On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that the followingll recommendation of the Personnel and Salary Review Committee be approved: a. Reclassify present County classification Administrative Assistant, Grade 22 to Administrative Assistant II, Grade 22 and establish an Administrative Assis~i tant I, Grade 19 classification; effective 4-1-76. b. Reclassify Office Manager, Grade 14 position in the Real Estate Assessor's Of- lice to Administrative Assistant I, Grade 19; effective 4-1-76. c. Rec.lassify the Assistant Director, Grade 26 position, Social Services Depart- ment to Assistant Director, Grade 27 position; effective 4-1'76. d. Reclassify the Avionics Inspector, Grade 21 position, Airport to Avionics In- spector, Grade 22, effective on Board approval. Merit increase not to be awarded at this time. e. Adoption and implementation of the County Discipline Management Program; ef- fective on Board approval. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the follow- ing resolution be adopted: Whereas, the policy of the Federal and State Governments is to provide equal op- portunity in employment on the basis of merit and fitness and without discrimina- tion because of race, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, and Whereas, the County of Chesterfield, being an Equal Employment Opportunity employe~, supports and promotes those efforts necessary to insure full adherence to the letter and spirit of the Federal and State Governments' policy. Now, therefore, be it resovled that the County of Chesterfietd's Equal Employment Opportunity Affirmative Action Plan be the official County vehicle to insure that recruitment, employment, promotion and training opportunities be afforded all per- sonnel regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age or national origin. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Mye'rs. Mr. Burnett introduces a disclosure statement from Mr. Harry Frazier with Hunton Williams, who could possibly act as bond counsel for the $29.9 million school bond issue. After consideration of this m.atter, it is on motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mrs. GiDone, resolved that the following resolution be and it hereby is approved: Whereas, the County of Chesterfield desires to retain the firm of Hunton, Williams Gay and Gibson, Richmond, Virginia, as its bond counsel in connection with the issuance and sale of approximately $29,900,000 School Bonds; and Whereas, the County has received a disclosure by Hunton, Williams, Gay and Gibson pursuant to Virginia Code Sections 2.1-349 (a) (2) and (b) (S), being part of the Virginia Conflict of Interests Act, of certain members and associates of such firm, and spouses of members or associates, who serve governmental agencies other than the County: Be it resolved by the County of Chesterfield, Virginia: 1. Hunton, Williams, Gay and Gibson, Richmond, Virginia, shall be retained as bond counsel in connection with the issuance and sale of approximately $29,900,000 School Bonds. 2. The agreement to retain Hunton, Williams, Gay and Gibson as bond counsel is a contract for legal services which, in the judgment of the County, in the public interest should not be acquired through competitive bidding. 3. This resolution shall be filed as a matter of public record with the minutes of this meeting. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that the Chair- man and Clerk be and they hereby are authorized to sign a contract with the Hen- rico-Chesterfield-Hanover Consortium because Chesterfield was selected to have a pilot program which the Consortium will finance and will cost approximately $116,000. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that 30,000 ft. of 3/4", Type K, soft copper pipe be and it hereby is awarded to Cole Supply Company who submitted the low bid of 48.98¢ per foot. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mrs. Giron.e, s,econded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that the Chairman and Clerk be and they hereby are authorized to sign easements with Vepco for the County parks. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mr. Burnett apprises the Board that Dr. Mort Horowitz has submitted an initial operations grant requesting several hundred thousand dollars which would change the thrust and scope of the Mental Health/Mental Retardation program in the Count It is generally agreed that the Recreation Department's request for an additional $10,000 be and it hereby is deferred for further investigation. On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Myers, it is resolved that Mr. Burnett be requested to meet with the Judicial Committee and report back to the Board on the needs of the Juvenile Court. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mr. Painter states that the County has been lending contractors fittings when the' are installing lines and being reimbursed later. He states that sometimes sales are made and prices charged reflecting original purchase prices which are general ly much lower than present prices. On motion of Mr. Bookman, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that if the County Engineering Department lends a con- tractor any fittings that one of the same quality, size, etc. be returned within 60 days or the contractor will be charged for the cost of the fitting at the pre- vailing rate, which rate will be determined by a periodic price list of not more 'than six months old~ Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. The Chairman appoints Mr. Apperson, Mr. Myers and Mr. Ritz as a Committee to sug- gest a name for the bridge connecting Chesterfield County and the City of Hopewel Mr. Bookman and Mr. Apperson suggest the tax relief for the elderly be increased. There is some discussion of this matter and it is generally agreed that it can be discussed at a later date because it now is too late to make changes for 1976. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mr. Apperson, it is resolved that Mr. Vaughn Reish be and he hereby is given two sewer connections in the Morrisdale Subdivi- sion, Lot 106, with the understanding that they will cost $600 each and that they will not be used before June, 1976. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the County of Chesterfield declares the week of April 4th through April 10th, 1976, as the "Week of the Young Child" on behalf of all County Human Service Agencies stressing importance on good early stimulation and nurturing by parents and seek- ing assistance when recognizing early childhood problems. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mrs. Girone, seconded by Mr. Bookman, it is resolved that the Sher- iff's Department be appropriated $24,208 from the Unappropriated Surplus of the General Fund to cover four new positions not in the budget, uniforms, two addi- tional nurses, a medical telecopier, remodeling of living quarters in the Jail, the employment of a cook and the promotion of Deputy Miller to Chief Jail Ad- ministrator. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. The Board adjourns for dinner. Reconvening: The Chairman calls the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and states that this time and date was set for a Public Hearing on the rate increase for the Ettrick Sani- tary District. Mr. Charles Quaiff explains the new rates and the need for same. Mr. Woodruff states that he does not like to see the increase but he feels it is absolutely necessary and something that needs to be done. Rev. Davies questions the cost of the system and the higher rates. Mr. Peyton Goodall states that no one wants the increase but it has to be done and he sees no alternative. He states that improvements need to be made and the Ettrick Sanitary Committee does agree with the rate increase. Upon consideration of this matter, it is on motion of Mr. O'Neill, seconded by Mr. Myers, resolved that the following Ordinance be and it hereby is approved: "An Ordinance to amend and reordain Chapter 13, Article I, Section 13-3, Section 13-5, Section I3-6 and Section 1, of the Ordinance passed July 26, 1961, pertaining to Ettrick Sanitary District and substituting in the place thereof Section 13-2a providing for appli- cation for new water service, Section 13-3a providing for and es- tablishing a schedule of fees for water and meter connection, Section 13-4a providing for water line extension regulations and providing for cost of same which terms and conditions for reim- bursement, Section 13-5a providing for establishment ~ of water service rates, Section 13-16a providing for establishment ~of sewer service rates, Section 13-23a establishing a schedule of sewer service .fees, Section 13.22.1a providing a schedule for sewer con- nection fees, Section 13-22.2a providing for definitions of cer- tain terms and Section 13-22.3a providing for a sewer extension policy in the Ettrick Sanitary District, Chesterfield County, Virginia." Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mr. Burnett states that when bids were let for the Chesterfield Technical ~enter it did not designate the building permits to be free but the School Board had in- dicated this to the contractor. He states further that the contractor has now requested reimbursement for these fees. Upon consideration of this matter, it is on motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mr. Bookman, resolved that the contracting firm of Andrews, Large and Whidden, Inc. be reimbursed for the building permit fees charged in connection with the construction of the Chesterfield Technical Center. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. The Board recesses until 7:30' p.m. Reconvening: The Chairman calls the meeting to order and states that this time and date was set for a Public Hearing on the proposed 1976-77 budget for the County. He states!i that the Board spent over 200 hours studying the budget, that it is a catch-up type budget~ that many things not absolutely necessary were deferred and that someli new services that have been demanded by the public have been included. Mr Burnett presents the budget and summarizes same .by saying that a few new proj-!i ects have been started but funding of those started zn prevlou~s years has been continued. He states that the School Board will be getting $25,000,000, fire and police manpower has been increased, parks and libraries are being built and com- pleted, etc. He states that he feels this is a conservative budget. Mrs. Patricia Seamster of the Bermuda District thanks the Board for providing enough funds so that the school children could own individual textbooks. Mr. George Farley of the Midlothian District, representing property owners who 'are opposed to the budget, skates that the only people happy with this budget are those who will benefit such as teachers, department heads, etc. He states that the taxpayers who will be picking up the tab are not happy. He questions the percentage of enrollment in the schools with the percentage of the increased bud- get, the salary increase for teachers, the number of new teachers, the surplus i.n the budget, the amount of money to be received from revenue sharing, the legal-l! ity of reassessing parts of the County and not all and asks that those present whoi are opposed to the tax increase to stand and approximately 75 people stand. Mr. Wagstaff comes before the Board and states that he feels the Board should have spent less time studying the budget and feels it is ridiculous to keep raisin~ the taxes. He states further that the State and Federal governments are cutting their spending down but Chesterfield continues to raise everything. Mr. Burnett states that because the State and Federal governments are cutting their spending, it is causing the County to pay more for certain programs and the money has to be raised. Mr. Garland Dodd from Bermuda District states that he feels something is wrong and that taxes should not be raised. He states that he always felt Chesterfield was a conservative County with conservative politicians but he states this is not a cQnservative budget. Mr. Ernie Woodcock, CEA President, states that he supports the budget and is glad to see the County trying to meet the needs of the children. He adds that he is not completely satisfied with the budget as somethings are still needed but the CEA agrees that this budget does meet the majority of the school's needs. Mr. John Shearer questions the precentages of change between the budget and the tax rate increase and Mr. Burnett informs him that the percent changes are very close to being the same if compared with the General Fund budget which is where the taxes go. Mr. Kenneth Corer of the Clover Hill District states that for a better school system, for progress in education and quality education the increases are neces- sary. Ms. Linda Cougler of Dale District states that she is in favor of the school portion of the budget because the taxpayers have to support the schools if good services are to be received and being involved in the school system she feels it has a lot to offer. Mr. Jack Davidson of Old Gun Road states that he has lived in 14 areas in the Country and Chesterfield County is the best but he does not favor an increase in taxes. He adds that he feels the least government is the best and if the govern- ment does not get additional money, then Chesterfield will have less government. Mr. Wilber Wood of Clover Hill states that he is retired by disability~ lives on a fixed income and has lived in Chesterfield since 1938. He states that with the reassessment and increase in taxes~ he will have to sell all and leave because there is a limit to what amount he can pay for taxes. Mr. Clay Houff of Bon Air states that when taxes go so high that people cannot pay them, they move out alon with industry. He states that Chesterfield is expanding too fast for its finan- cial resources and feels the County should restrict itself to its income and fur- ther suggests a moritorium on hiring employees and building in the County. Mr. Don Farmer states that the County spends too much money on the schools and suggest~ that the parents do their job and pay for books, lunches, etc. He state that everyone does not want parks and libraries and those who do should have to pay for %t and not people who never use these facilities. Mrs. Jones of the Dale District states that she has lived in the County for 20 years and does not have sewer, water, public transportation, etc. She states that new sections get ser- vices but the old have to do without. Mr. John Orange states that when an area of Chesterfield was annexed the Board was supposed to cut back on hiring and taxes, and they just raised both. Mr. Bur nett states that the County did not hire anyone for three years after annexation and the tax rate was decreased by $.10 last year. Mr. Sam Epps of Cherokee Road states that he is satisfied with the services rendered by the County and would prefer that the taxes stay the same and the services remain at a status quo. He states that since'the County is supposed to be the second fastest growing County in the State, the income should be coming in to meet the needs. Mr. Clyde Bennett of Matoaca comes before the Board and states that in 1974 his home was reassessed and he questioned the increase which was wrong. He now asks who is serving who in this democratic Country? Mr. Marshall T. Crowe of Bermuda District states that the people are not getting proper representation. He states that he wants the efficiency of the government increased, that more police officers will not prevent crime, more teachers will not increase quality education, libraries that look like country clubs will not increase their use, etc. Mr. Bill Grey of Clover Hill states that he is a teache~ and that he and his family are just barely making it on his salary and that teach ers are not out to become rich, they care about the .quality education of today's children. Mr. David Freeman speaks on reassessments and against the budget. Mr. Cornelius Holt, Mrs. Smith and Mr. Charles Berberich speak against the budget stating that police services, schools, libraries and parks are costing too much. Mr. William Cox states that the County is growing at excessive rates and the fac- ilities to handle them are not available; he suggests the Planning Commission take a more realistic view towards building in the County and speaks against the proposed tax rate increase. Mr. Jack Beaman of the Midlothian District speaks against the budget but states that he is in favor of good schools but that he will have to vote against the bond referendum this spring because the bond issue will cause the rates to increase even higher. Ms. Sandra Dawson, President-elect of the CEA, states that a lot of the increases in the school budget were mandated by the General Assembly stating that all chil- dren shall receive quality education. She states that they mandated the quality but did not give any relief with making additional funding available. She states that the handicapped have to be taught to become a functioning part of society and not a burden, that Title IX states that equal programs have to be made for boys and girls alike, that the citizens and children will profit from the better education that has to be given and not the teachers. She states that teachers and children have fund raising activities to pay for some of the extras that were not included in the budget and they do this on their own time, that some parents do not take time with their children and the teachers have to have classes that are of a reasonable size so that some individual care can be given, and that the teachers are not in this for the profit because there is no profit to be made. Mr. Bill Phillips of Midlothian states that he is in favor of the tax increase to meet the needs of the County, that he feels the government is efficiently run and operated, that growth brings shopping centers and industry to the County and feels the County Board did screen the budget carefully. Mr. Burnett reads a letter from Dupont stating that they feel the increase in the tax rate on industry is too high as compared with that of individual citizens. Mr. J. T. Porch of Clover Hill states that he sympathizes with the Board in that it is unfortunate that the reassessment and the ~ate increase came about at the same time. He adds further that he is an appraiser and has not seen too many cases where the assessments were wrong and also speaks to some double efforts in the County which could be costing the taxpayers money. Mr. Kenneth Orange of Clover Hill speaks against the budget and states that the people did not like the reassessment and they were not considered and now with the rate increase it seems as though their feelings will not be considered again. He states that he feels the raises are too much as the government is setting the pay scale and industry has to compete with the State now. Mr. Don Brenaman speaks against the budget and states that the Board should real- ize the economy of the United States. He states that politicians seem to be lyin and will continue to do so unless they do what the majority of the citizens want. Mrs. Leanne Kassnove of Clover Hill speaks in favor of the budget by stating that she wants good quality education for her children for which she is' willing to pay, that she has parents who will also have to pay the new and higher taxes, that if the County does not keep progressing it will slide backwards, that the citizens of the County have a lot to be proud of in the facilities that are being offered, that those speaking against the budget must not have children in schools or they don't care and feels further that the Board has done a superb job. Mr. Ed Hawkins speaks for the proposed budget stating that the Board cannot con- tinue to defer things forever and that the County gets the least of his tax pay- ments but returns the most. Mr. Yal Brand speaks for the budget, particularly for parks and libraries. Mr. R. L. Bates is sympathetic with the taxpayers~ feels the tax increase is not necessary and that the County should adjust its expendi- tures to its income. Chief Van Bowen states that he represents over 300 taxpayers being Chief of the Bon Air Fire Department~ that the budget was cut drastically, that there are things needed now that will have to be deferred but the fire officials will be back next year asking for more. Mr. Morris Beck pleads with the Board not to let government get out of hand, that we should curtail departments and programs by exercising good judgment and doing things for ourselves rather than hiring consultants. Mr. T. M. Ferebee speaks against the budget stating that assessments are too high and that police service is terrible. Mr. Ernest Gregory speaks agains, t the budget. Mr. O'Neill speaks for the Police Department stating that citizens should be proud of the County's police and that its employees are the best in the State. Mr. Apperson states that the County could save $90,000 if employees did not take County cars home, that this practice is a convenience to the employees and the County should take a serious look at this situation. He states that Revenue Shar- ing was given to the County to lower taxes and if the tax increase is necessary~ fhe County should use Revenue Sharing. Whereupon, Mr. Apperson makes thee follow- ing motion: Be it resolved that this Board use Revenue Sharing monies to finance next year's budget.and not raise taxes. Mr. Bookman states that he has been looking to the senior member on this Board to guide the Board in its budget deliberations, that this idea of Revenue Sharing was proposed at noon day, that six counties have gotten into trouble by lowering taxes with Revenue Sharing monies and cites space needs and the need for additional fi- nancing of state programs. Mr. Mason states that Revenue Sharing was given to the County primarily for one time capital improvements which may or may not lower taxes. Mr. Burnett states that if there is no tax increase the County will need $2.3 million and there is one million or less in Revenue Sharing that is uncommitted. Mr. Myers states that the County needs some surplus for emergencies and cites gifts to the School Board and cost overruns in the park'program. Mr. Bookman states that he talked against the $39.9 million School issue stating that it should be in the $20 million level and when this was accomplished believes that our County citizens are not going to let our schools go into double shifts. He cites the excellence of programs at the Juvenile Home, the Nursing Home and the Mental Health program. Mr. Apperson states that capital outlay means services. Mr. Myers points out that the budget was cut. Mr. Apperson states that inflation should take care of the increased tax need. A vote being taken: AyEs: Mr. Apperson. Nays: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Upon consideration of the budget for the year 1976-77, it is on motion of Mr. Myers seconded by Mrs. Girone, resolved that the following tax levies be and they hereby are adopted, which levies are for the year 1976 on each $100 assessed and liable for such levies for the purpose of meeting the requirements of the County budget' to wit: ' Bermuda Magisterial District Clover Hill Magisterial District Dale Magisterial District Matoaca Magisterial District Midlothian Magisterial District Ayes: Nays: Real Personal Estate Property Mchy. $3.20 $3.60 $1.00 3.20 3.60 1.00 3.20 3.60 1.00 3.20 3.60 1.00 3.20 3.60 1.00 Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Mr. Apperson. Whereas, a tentative budget in the amount of $88,713,923.00 for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 1977, was advertised in the Richmond Times Dispatch and the Progress Index on March 13, 1976, and March 24, 1976, was set as the date for the Public Hearing on said Budget. Now, therefore, be it resolved on motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mrs. Girone that this Board of Supervisors of Chesterfield County, Virginia, held Public Hear- lngs in accordance with the resolution passed on March 10, 1976, for the informa- tion purposes on a comtemplated budget for the Fiscal Year 1976-77.~ This budget is for informative and fiscal planning purposes and it is not approved, adopted or ratified by the Board of Supervisors. Mr. Bookman states that the people from his District sent him to this Board to 110 exercise sound fiscal planning and seeks the aid of the senior member in setting the example. Mr. Apperson states that when he suggested a referendum on capital outlay that he was quickly told it could not be done. Mrs. Gi~one states that Mr. Bally in her District wants to go on record with the idea that Animal Control in Chesterfield is not adequate. A vote being taken on the motion: Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. Nays: Mr. Apperson, who states that Revenue Sharing should be considered before raising taxes. On motion of Mr. Apperson, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that the County buy an office trailer for the Manpower contingency which will be located at the Chesterfield Courthouse with the idea that rental of this unit will repay the County in approximately 24 months. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. On motion of Mr. Myers, seconded by Mrs. Girone, it is resolved that this Board adjourn at 1:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on April 14, 1976. Ayes: Mr. O'Neill, Mrs. Girone, Mr. Apperson, Mr. Bookman and Mr. Myers. ~. -Meri~n O'Neill, Chairman