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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 14, 1989 Regular Meeting29� A Regular Meeting of the Frederick County Board of Supervisors was held on June 14, 1989, at 7:15 P.M., in the Board of Supervisor's Meeting Room, Frederick County Courthouse, Loudoun Street Mall, Winchester, Virginia. PRESENT Robert M. Rhodes, Vice- Chairman; Dudley H. Rinker; Roger L. Crosen; W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. Kenneth Y. Stiles was absent. CALL TO ORDER Mr. Rhodes, Vice - Chairman, called the meeting to order. INVOCATION In absence of a Minister, everyone observed a moment of silence. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Riley stated that there were Certificates of Achieve- ment to be awarded. He stated that the Frederick Woods request had been withdrawn. Mr. Rinker requested that the School Board appointment from Opequon District and the public hearing on the addition of up to two At -Large members be acted on separately. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, the Agenda was adopted as amended. BOARD MEETING IN JULY CANCELLED FOR BOARD % I Following Board discussion it was the consensus of the Board to cancel the second meeting in July (26th) for the Board's vacation and depending on how much material is scheduled for August as to whether the second meeting in August would be cancelled. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, the Board can- celled the second meeting in July (26th) for the Board's vaca- tion. ROGER L. THOMAS APPOINTED TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION ...,.... ^"uXTI^ u7%nT5rnWVT7kT. nTCTaToir Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Roger L. Crosen and passed unanimously, Roger L. Thomas was appointed to 29 �� the Planning Commission as a representative from Opequon Magis- terial District, said term to commence June 14, 1989 and expire on June 14, 1993. THOMAS W. CHAPLIN APPOINTED TO THE SOCIAL SERVICES FROM GAINESBORO MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT Upon motion made by Roger L. Crosen, seconded by Dudley H. Rinker and passed unanimously, Thomas W. Chaplin was appointed to the Social Services Board as a representative from Gainesboro Magisterial District, said term to commence on June 14, 1989 and expire on June 14, 1993. CERTIFICATES OF ACHIEVEMENT PRESENTED TO AREA STUDENTS The Board presented Certificates of Achievement to the following students: Kevin Shannon, Craig Grubb, George Nicholas, Shaie Hoffmann, Max Mai, Elizabeth Jones and the Shenandoah Valley Baptist Christian Academy Basketball Team. REQUEST FROM THE DULLES GROUP, INC. FOR REAL ESTATE COMPUTER TAPES - -DENIED Mr. Riley explained that he was bringing the request of the Dulles Group, Inc. for computer real estate data for the County directly to the Board rather than go through the Committee. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, that the current policy as it deals with the release of real estate information from the Data Processing Department will remain in effect. REQUEST OF PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICE FOR ADDITIONAL SPACE - APPROVED Mr. Riley explained that a request had been received from the Honorable Robert K. Woltz wherein he was requesting addition- al space in one of the shelled courtrooms in the Judicial Center for the offices of Probation and Parole. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Dudley H. Rinker and passed unanimously, to approve the request of additional office space for the offices of Probation and Parole with the understanding that if this space was ever needed for a courtroom, then Probation and Parole would have to vacate the courtroom and make other arrangements. 293 ST FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER CES RE: SUPPORT OF BILL TO AMEND THE TAX CODE To Upon motion made by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, for Mr. Riley to contact the Department of Agriculture for additional information concerning this request. REQUEST FROM THE DIVISION OF LEGISLATIVE SERVICES RE: U.S. CENSUS BUREAU'S 1990 REDISTRICTING DATA PROGRAM - rnnnn'tMn Mr. Riley explained that the Division of Legislative Services requested a contact person from Frederick County to assist them with the United States Census Bureau's 1990 Census Redistricting Data Program. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Roger L. Crosen and passed unanimously, for Mr. Riley to select this individual from the County staff. PUBLIC HEARING Mr. Riley presented this information. Mr. Horace Sincore was present on behalf of Frederick United Methodist Housing Development Corporation. There was no public input. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Roger L. Crosen and passed unanimously, the following resolution was approved: WHEREAS, Frederick United Methodist Housing Development Corporation, a nonstock, nonprofit organization organized under the laws of the State of Virginia and exempted from Federal taxation pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, has requested the Board of Supervisors of Frederick County, Virginia (the "Board ") to support legislation involving the designation of property owned by Frederick United Methodist Housing Development Corporation as exempted from State and local taxation pursuant to Article X, Section 6(a)(6) of the Constitution of Virginia; WHEREAS, the Board has examined and considered the provisions of Section 30 -19.04 of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended, which sets forth certain criteria to be considered when adopting resolutions in support of such an exemption; IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 30 -19.04 OF THE CODE OF 294 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA: 1. The Board hereby supports the exemption of a certain parcel of real estate containing 3.7 acres as shown on the plat attached hereto as Exhibit A from taxation at such time as Frederick United Methodist Housing Development Corporation shall become the owner of said real estate and agrees to support the following proposed legislation: A. Frederick United Methodist Housing Development Corporation, a nonstock, nonprofit organization, is hereby classified and designated as a charitable and benevolent organization within the context of Section 6(a)(6) of Article X of the Constitution of Virginia. B. Property owned by the Frederick United Methodist Housing Development Corporation and used by it exclusively for charitable and benevolent purposes on a nonprofit basis, as set forth in Subsection A of this section, is hereby determined to be exempt from local taxation. 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. PUBLIC HE ARING NOMINATION OF JAMES Q. HUEY, JR. TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FROM OPEOUON MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT - AP Mr. Rinker stated that at the last Board meeting he had nominated Mr. James Huey to the School Board from Opequon District and that a public hearing was scheduled for this meeting on Mr. Huey's nomination. At this time Mr. Rinker introduced Mr. Huey to fellow Board members, Mr. Huey appeared before the Board and stated that he was looking forward to serving on the School Board. There was no public input. Mr. Huey's nomination was approved and will be voted on at the Board meeting of June 26, 1989. ONE AT -LARGE SEAT TO BE ADDED TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION AT THIS TIME Mr. Riley explained that the Board has an option of adding either one or two At -Large members to the Board. Mrs. Patricia Grimes, County resident representing a group of concerned citizens from Robert E. Aylor, Jr. Middle School, addressed the Board concerning the additional School Board posi- tions. She asked Mr. Crosen if he had asked present School Board members as to whether or not they wanted additional members added to the present membership. Mr. Crosen replied no he had not. 295 Mrs. Grimes stated that in her discussions with the School Board, as well as the School Administration, they aren't inte- rested in having any additional members added. She stated that the additional funds that would be needed for the salaries of these two new members could instead be used within the School system. Mrs. Grimes asked if the districts could be changed in the Southern end of the County due to all the growth that is taking place in that area. Mr. Riley replied that is a possibility. Mr. Austin Connor, resident of Shawnee District, appeared before the Board and stated that he was opposed to any addition- al members being added to the School Board. Mrs. Betty Riordan, resident of Back Creek District and representative of Apple Pie Ridge PTO, addressed the Board to also oppose any additional members to the School Board and stated that she felt the Board of Supervisors is trying to stack the School Board. Mr. Rhodes stated that he did not feel the Board is in any way trying to stack the School Board and felt that the addition of two members would help improve the School Board and help lighten the work load of the current Board. Mr. Smith explained that with all the calls he had received concerning this matter, the majority of the complaints have been that the Board of Supervisors is trying to stack the School Board and he did not feel this was true. Mr. Rinker stated that Mr. Costello did not ask to be reappointed to the School Board due to the time that is required of a Board member. Mrs. Grimes asked what the time schedule was for the appointment of these two additional members. Mr. Rhodes replied that anyone interested could apply if the Board agreed to the addition of these members. Mr. Riley explained that if the Board approved this tonight, the names could be submitted tommorrow and presented to the Board at their meeting on June 26. 296 Mr. Crosen stated that he felt the School Board needed to be accountable to the Board of Supervisors and as far as the funds that are used to pay a School Board member, he felt this is a small price to pay for a budget of $40,000,000. Upon motion made by Roger L. Crosen and seconded by Dudley H. Rinker, to approve the addition of one At -Large School Board member at this time with the understanding that an additional At -Large member may be added at a later date if the Board deemed necessary. The term will be for four years, terminating on June 30, 1993. The above was approved by the following recorded vote: Aye - Robert M. Rhodes, Dudley H. Rinker, Roger L. Crosen and Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. Nay - W. Harrington Smith, Jr. JEFF KESSLER, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, PRESENTED SECONDARY SYSTEM BUDGET TO THE BOARD FOR APPROVAL Mr. Riley noted that he failed to include this when the Agenda was amended. Mr. Kessler appeared before the Board to present the Depart- ment of Transportation's Secondary System budget in the amount of $2,033,392. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. and passed unanimously, the above was approved as presented. Mr. Orndoff inquired about Route 671 and the progress of the project. Mr. Kessler explained that bids were being requested in order to complete surfacing. Mr. Orndoff stated that he felt more escavating needed to be done. Mr. Kessler explained that all available funds had been used on this project. Mr. Rhodes asked if the speed limit could be reduced on Cedar Creek Grade due to all the tractor trailer traffic that is currently using this road. Mr. Smith inquired as to the status of Meade Drive. Mr. Kessler replied early Fall, maybe even December. 297 Mr. Orndoff asked about the tar and chip that had been put down on certain roads as he had received a lot of complaints. Mr. Kessler stated that he would look into this. Mr. Kessler asked about the Board's preference as to the work that was scheduled on Route 642 as a result of revenue sharing from the State. The Board explained to Mr. Kessler that this had been decided at an earlier meeting and had been forwarded to the Department of Transportation. APPLICATIONS FOR AT -LARGE POSITION ON BOARD OF EDUCATION TO BE IN THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR'S OFFICE BY NOON ON JUNE 26 Mr. Crosen requested that all applications for the At -Large position on the School Board be in the County Administrator's Office by noon on Monday, June 26. The Board concurred. PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #004 -89 OF WILLIAM E. GILL - GAINESBORO MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT - TABLED Conditional Use Permit number 004 -89 of William E. Gill was tabled as it was tabled by the Planning Commission at their last meeting. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 0007 -89 OF PERRY ENGINEERING COMPANY - SHAWNEE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT - APPROVED Mr. Watkins, Planning and Development Director, presented this request and stated that the Planning Commission recommended approval with conditions. Mr. Richard Stump was present on behalf of Perry Engineer- ing. Mr. Ed Lambert, County resident, appeared before the Board and expressed his dissatisfaction with all that has been allowed on Sulphur Spring Road and that it should be called "Dump Road ". He further stated that he had concerns about all the mud that was being carried onto the highway as well as the speed from these trucks. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Dudley H. Rinker and passed unanimously, conditional use permit 298 number 007 -89 of Perry Engineering Company, Route 6, Box 152 -B, Winchester, Virginia, for an open mine shale pit was approved with the condition that mud not be carried onto the highway and that the trucks maintain the proper speed limit. This property is located on the West side of Route 655, approximately three miles North of U.S. Route 50 and is identified as Parcel 73 -0 on Tax Map 65 in the Shawnee Magisterial District. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #008 -89 OF HEALTH EQUITY RESOURCES OF WINCHESTER, INC. - STONEWALL MAGISTERIAL Mr. Watkins presented this request and stated that the Plan- ning Commission recommended approval with conditions. Mr. Jay Wetsel, Attorney, addressed the Board on behalf of the Petitioner. There was no opposition. Upon motion made by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, conditional use permit number 008 -89 of Health Equity Resources of Winchester, Inc., 1011 Pennsylvania Avenue, Winchester, Virginia, for a personal care home was approved. This property is located at 1011 Pennsylvania Avenue and 1025 Pennsylvania Avenue in Winchester and is identified as Parcels 32 -0 and 30 -A on Tax Map 54 in the Stonewall Magisterial District. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #009 -89 OF FRYE'S MOBILE HOMES - BACK CREEK MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT - DENIED Mr. Watkins presented this request and noted that the Plann- ing Commission had recommended denial. Mr. Carl Frye appeared before the Board on behalf of his request and asked how many Board members had made a visit to the site in question. Messers. Rhodes, Rinker and Crosen replied that they had seen the site. Mr. Frye stated that he was withdrawing his request as he realized there were quite a few adjoining neighbors that were opposed to what he wanted to do. Ms. Sandra Fike, County resident, addressed the Board as she was very opposed to this request and about the County laws that pertain to this particular piece of property as far as what 299 is and is not allowed there. She further stated that over the years the County had allowed basically anything on this property and the neighbors were tired of having to put up with this type of planning in their neighborhood. REZONING APPLICATION #007 -89 OF RALPH S. GREGORY - BACR CREEK MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT - TABLED Mr. Ben Butler, Attorney, appeared before the Board on be- half of the Applicant and requested that this rezoning applica- tion be tabled. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Dudley H. Rinker and passed unanimously, rezoning application number 007 -89 of Ralph S. Gregory was tabled. REZONING APPLICATION #008 -89 OF SHENANDOAH COLLEGE AND CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC - SHAWNEE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT - APPROVED Mr. Watkins presented this request and noted that the Plan- ning Commission recommended approval. Mr. Richard Shickle appeared before the Board on behalf of Shenandoah College. There was no opposition. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Dudley H. Rinker and passed unanimously, rezoning application number 008 -89 of Shenandoah College and Conservatory of Music, 1460 Millwood Avenue, Winchester, Virginia, to rezone 25.925 acres from RP (Residential Performance) and A -2 (Agricultural General) to HE -1 (Higher Education) was approved. This property is located East of I -81, across from the main campus and North of U.S. Route 50 and is identified as Parcel 110 -0 on Tax Map 54 and Parcel 141 -0 on Tax Map 54 in the Shawnee Magisterial District. AN AMENDMENT TO THE FREDERIC COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER Mr. Watkins presented this request and stated that the Planning Commission recommended approval. The Minister of the Full Gospel Assembly of God Church was present on behalf of this request. 300 Mr. Ed Lambert, County resident, addressed the Board with reference to the church that is on Route 665 along with all the cars that are parked there and the fact that nothing has been done to correct the zoning violations as well as the improper disposal of sewage. Mr. Riley stated that staff would check into Mr. Lambert's concerns. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Roger L. Crosen and passed unanimously, the following ordinance amendment was approved: AN AMENDMENT TO THE FREDERICK COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 21, ZONING ORDINANCE; ARTICLE X, NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS ZONING DISTRICT; B -1, 10 -2, USE REGULATIONS; TO ADD THE FOLLOWING: 10 -2 -11 Churches. OTHER PLANNING ITEMS MEMORANDUM RE: CANCELLATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT OF JANE G. SULLIVAN - APPROVED Upon motion made by W. Harrington, Smith, Jr., seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. and passed unanimously, the conditional use permit of Jane G. Sullivan was cancelled. COMMITTEE REPORTS PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT Mr. Rhodes, Chairman of the Personnel Committee, presented the following report: The Personnel Committee met on Thursday, June 8, 1989 with the following members present: Robert Rhodes, Roger Crosen, James Longerbeam, John Riley and Ann Kelican. Clarence Hunter was absent. The Committee submits the following report and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors for consideration: Classification of Firefighter I Position - Approved The Committee reviewed the attached information regarding classification of the Firefighter I position and recommends that said position be classified at Range 15 ($17,767 - $25,001). Upon motion made by Roger L. Crosen, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, the above recom- mendation was approved. FIRE System - H.B. 1477 - Speci Benefits for 301 The Committee reviewed the attached information regarding special benefits under the VSRS retirement system for public safety personnel. The Committee recommends approval of a supple- mental appropriation, not to exceed $1,000, for VSRS to conduct a study in conjunction with the 1989 political subdivision valua- tions to determine the rate structure for Frederick County should the County desire to provide this benefit. II Upon motion made by Roger L. Crosen, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, the above recom- mendation was approved. Sheriff's Department - Request for Funding for Part -Time Clerical Position - Approve The Committee reviewed the attached request from the Sheriff for a supplemental appropriation for FY 1989 -1990 to fund a part -time clerical position. The Committee recommends that this position be funded within the FY 1989 -1990 approved budget. Upon motion made by Roger L. Crosen, seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. Sheriff's Department Request for Clothing Allowance - Denied The Committee reviewed the attached request from the Sheriff for a clothing allowance and recommends denial of same inasmuch as this is not an approved Investigator position but a special duty assignment of a Deputy Sheriff. Upon motion made by Roger L. Crosen, seconded by Dudley H. Rinker and passed unanimously, to deny the above request. The above motion was passed by the following recorded vote: Aye - Robert M. Rhodes, Dudley H. Rinker, Roger L. Crosen and Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. Nay - W. Harrington Smith, Jr. uest to Fill Fulltime Design Review ition - Approved cialist The Committee reviewed the attached request from the Director of Code Administration to fill the vacant Design Review Specialist position at a Range 17 ($19,589 - $20,500). The position is currently budgeted in the FY 1989 -1990 budget at Range 13, Salary $19,016. The Committee recommends approval of 30 this request and a supplemental appropriation in the amount of $1,855 to fund same. Upon motion made by Roger L. Crosen, seconded by Dudley H. Rinker and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. Revised Evaluation Form - Approved The Committee reviewed the attached revised evaluation form and recommends approval of same. Upon motion made by Roger L. Crosen, seconded by Dudley H. Rinker and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT Mr. Rhodes, Chairman of the Finance Committee, presented the following report: The Finance Committee met on Wednesday, June 7, 1989. All members were present: The following requires Board approval: t from Director of Code Administration for a 1 Fund Appropriation Transfer in the Amou of .94 - Approved The Director of Code Administration is requesting a General Fund appropriation transfer in the amount of $3,369.94 for the purchase and installation of new carpet and tile. The Committee recommends approval. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. Request from the Emergency Services Coordinator for a General Fund Supplemental Appropriation in the Amount of S4.50U.UU - Approv The Emergency Services Coordinator is requesting a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $4,500.00 for additional salary. The Committee recommends approval. The above recommendation was passed by the following record ed vote: Aye - Robert M. Rhodes, Dudley H. Rinker, W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. Nay - Roger L. Crosen. Request from the Assistant County Administrator for a General Fund Supplemental Appropriation in the Amount of 275.00 - Approved 303 The Assistant County Administrator is requesting a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $275.00 for animal shelter improvements and supplies. No additional local funds are requested as this money has been donated to the animal shelter. The Committee recommends approval. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. r,L�i t from the Parks and eL•.•A� reation Director for a oori.ation in the Amoun The Director of Parks and Recreation is requesting a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $150.00 for July 4th programs. This money was donated by Holt Corpora- tion, therefore, no local funds are requested. The Committee recommends approval. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, the above recom- mendation was approved. Request from the School Finance Director for a School Fund Appropriation Transfer in the Amount of 1, 404.30 - The School Finance Director is requesting a School Fund appropriation transfer in the amount of $1,404.30 for computer software. The Committee recommends approval. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. Request from the School Finance Director for a Fund Supplemental Appropriation in the Amount 1,100.00 - Approved The School Finance Director is requesting a School Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $1,100.00 for computer software. No additional local funds are required. The Committee recommends approval. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, the above recom- mendation was approved. 304 t from the School Finance Director for a School nnroAriation Transfer in the Amount of 2,100.00 - Approved The School Finance Director is requesting a School Fund appropriation transfer in the amount of $2,100.00 for miscellan- eous needs. The Committee recommends approval. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. t from the Director of Planning for a General Fund riation Transfer in the Amount of $2,000.00 - The Director of Planning requests a General Fund appropria- tion transfer in the amount of $2,000.00 for copy costs. The Committee recommends approval. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. Request from the Treasurer for a General Fund Supplemental Appropriation in the Amount of 21,990.00 - Approved The Treasurer requests a General Fund supplemental appropri- ation in the amount of $21,990.00 for FY 89 -90 for furniture and fixtures. The Committee recommends approval. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, the above recom- mendation was approved. Request from the Finance Director for a FY 88 -89 General Fund Supplemental Appropriations o ,400.00 - Approved The Finance Director is requesting FY 88 -89 General Fund supplemental appropriations of $6,400 for the Library contribu- tion and a $4,100 contribution for the Economic Development Commission. The additional request occurred because the County's budget process ends before the City's budget process. Consequently, the County's contribution for both organizations increased in the final City budget. The Committee recommends approval of the increase for the Library and requests more infor- mation from Economic Development which will be available at the Board meeting. 305 Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., the above recommendation was approved. from the Assistant Fina lemental Appropriation .00 - Amended to $13.000 Director for a General the Amount of The Assistant Finance Director requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $13,000 for FY 89 -90 for higher health insurance rates. We are currently negotiating to reduce the rates. The Committee recommends approval. Mr. Riley explained that this can be cut back to $13,000 and the dental plan would be eliminated. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, the above recom- mendation was approved in the amount of $13,000.00 with the dental plan to be eliminated. Request from the Director of Parks and Recreation for a General Fund Appropriation Transfer in the Amount of 1,000.00 - Approved The Director of Parks and Recreation requests a General Fund appropriation transfer in the amount of $1,000.00 for the CLEAR, Inc. summer youth program. The Committee recommends approval. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Roger L. Crosen and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. Request fro General Fun 4,790.00 - N of The Assistant County Administrator requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $4,790.00 to pay for new light poles installed on the Courthouse lawn. The Committee recommends approval. st from the Director of Planning for a General Annronriation Transfer in the Amount of $1,00 - The Director of Planning requests a General Fund appropria- tion transfer in the amount of $1,000.00 for the purchase of the Assistant County Admi nistrator for furniture and fixtures. The Committee recommends approval. 306 Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Roger L. Crosen and passed unanimously, the above recommendation was approved. Request from the Frederick County Vo lunteer Fire and Rescue Association for a General Fund Su lemental Annrouriation in the Amount of 10,000.00 - Approved The Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $10,000.00 from the Fire Company Capital Reserve for Greenwood Volunteer Fire Company. The Finance Committee has not acted on this request because the request was received after the Committee meeting. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by Roger L. Crosen and passed unanimously, the above request was approved. Request from the Sheriff for a General Fund Appro riation Transfer in the Amount of 3,010.00 - Amended to 3,286 - The Sheriff is requesting a General Fund appropriation transfer in the amount of $3,010.00 to purchase additional equip- ment related to the new radio system. The Committee requested more information from the Sheriff's Department. Reserve funds are available for the purchase. Upon motion made by Dudley H. Rinker, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and passed unanimously, the above request was approved with the amount amended to $3,286. The following is for your information only: 1. The County Administrator discussed the issue of impact fees for Middletown with the Finance Committee. The Committee endorsed the concept and referred the actual request to the Parks and Recreation Committee for recommendation. Mr. Crosen stated that the possibility of waiving permit fees for fire and rescue companies had been discussed and he would like for the Board to consider this issue. Following discussion, this was referred to the Code and Ordinance Committee. UPON MOTION DULY MADE, SECONDED AND PASSED UNANIMOUSLY, IT WAS ORDERED THAT THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ADJOURN. 307 i Chairman, B ar of Supervisors Cler , and of Sup rvisors