July 27 2011 Regular Meeting MinutesNMI
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A Regular Meeting of the Frederick County Board of Supervisors was held on
Wednesday, July 27, 2011, at 7:15 P.M., in the Board of Supervisors' Meeting Room, County
Administration Building, 107 North Kent Street, Winchester, Virginia.
PRESENT
Chairman Richard C. Shickle; Vice - Chairman Bill M. Ewing; Christopher E. Collins;
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.; Gene E. Fisher; and Gary A. Lofton.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Shickle called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION
Supervisor Fisher delivered the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice - Chairman Ewing led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA - APPROVED
County Administrator John R. Riley, Jr. advised he had no additions to the agenda.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Vice - Chairman Ewing, the Board
approved the agenda by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVED
Administrator Riley offered the following items for the Board's consideration under the
consent agenda:
- Northwestern Community Services' Fiscal Year 2012 Performance Grant - Tab E;
- Landfill Oversight Committee — Tab H;
- Lake Holiday Sanitary District Dam Working Committee — Tab J; and
- Road Resolution — McGhee Road — Tab R.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Collins, the Board
approved the consent agenda by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Christopher E. Collins Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
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Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
Gainesboro District Vacant
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Mark Berg, Back Creek District, spoke regarding the National Lutheran Home bond
issuance. He stated the county enjoys picking winners and losers. He went on to say the last
time he looked Staunton was its own city within Virginia. He was curious why the Industrial
Development Authority presented a recommendation for $17 million in revenue bonds for an
independent city in Virginia. He asked what this project had to do with Frederick County and
why would the Board support this.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
There were no Board of Supervisors' comments.
MINUTES - APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Vice - Chairman Ewing, the Board
approved the minutes from the June 22, 2011 regular meeting.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved the minutes from the July 14, 2011 special meeting.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
COUNTY OFFICIALS
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH AWARD FOR JULY, 2011 — (RESOLUTION
#002 -11) - APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Lofton, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the Board
approved Marcia D. Welch as Employee of the Month for July, 2011.
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Employee of the Month Resolution
Awarded to.
Marcia D. Welch
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors recognizes that the County's
employees are a most important resource; and,
WHEREAS, on September 9, 1992, the Board of Supervisors approved a resolution which
established the Employee of the Month award and candidates for this award may be nominated
by any County employee; and,
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors selects one employee from those nominated, based
on the merits of outstanding performance and productivity, positive job attitude and other
noteworthy contributions to their department and to the County; and,
WHEREAS, Marcia D. Welch, who serves as a Recreation Technician with the Parks and
Recreation Department was nominated for Employee of the Month; and,
WHEREAS, Marcia D. Welch programmed and managed the first ever Camp basicREC
Olympics this spring in conjunction with the United States of America Olympic Committee's
Olympic Day. Marcia provided 175 registered kids a day of activities and an award ceremony
that they will never forget. This program required a tremendous amount of planning and work.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
this 27th day of July, 2011, that Marcia D. Welch is hereby recognized as the Frederick County
Employee of the Month for July 2011; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors extends gratitude to
Marcia D. Welch for her outstanding performance and dedicated service and wishes her
continued success in future endeavors; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Marcia D. Welch is hereby entitled to all of the rights
and privileges associated with this award.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
RESOLUTION ( #003 -11) RECOGNIZING MR & MRS RAYMOND SANDY RE:
DONATION TO SHERANDO LAKE SHELTER - APPROVED
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board
approved the resolution recognizing Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Sandy re: Donation to Sherando Lake
Shelter.
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Parks and Recreation Commission desired to
develop the lake area at Sherando Park as a destination for residents of Frederick County; and
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Parks and Recreation Commission voted in April
2010 to demolish the boathouse at Sherando Park and replace it with a new lake shelter once
funds became available;
WHEREAS, as a result of a generous donation of materials by Mr. and Mrs. Raymond
Sandy, the lake shelter at Sherando Park was constructed in the spring of 2011; and
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WHEREAS, along with the enhanced lake area, citizens now enjoy the new Lake Shelter
at Sherando Park.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
recognize and value Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Sandy's generosity and dedication to our
community, which has provided a shelter for current and future Frederick County residents to
enjoy the tranquility of the lake area at Sherando Park.
ADOPTED this 27 day of July, 2011.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN R. RILEY, JR. TO THE REGIONAL JAIL
AUTHORITY - APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the Board
reappointed John R. Riley, Jr. to the Regional Jail Authority. This is a four year appointment,
said term to expire October 13, 2015.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
NORTHWESTERN COMMUNITY SERVICES' FISCAL YEAR 2012
PERFORMANCE GRANT — APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
The Fiscal Year 2012 Performance Grant was approved under the consent agenda.
REQUEST FROM COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FOR REFUNDS -
APPROVED
Administrator Riley advised this was a request from the Commissioner of the Revenue to
authorize the Treasurer to refund Citicapital Commercial Leasing Corporation the amount of
$3,730.00 for the normal proration of leased vehicles for 2009 and 2010.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved the refund request.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
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Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
Administrator Riley advised this was a request from the Commissioner of the Revenue to
authorize the Treasurer to refund Southeastern Container, Inc. the amount of $247,233.57, for an
adjustment to Machinery and Tools Assessment for 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010. The appeal
was received in late 2010 and therefore qualifies for the 2007 look back.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Vice - Chairman Ewing, the Board
approved the refund request by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
RESOLUTION ( #004 -11) OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS APPROVING
THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $17,000,000 REVENUE BONDS FOR THE BENEFIT
OF THE NATIONAL LUTHERAN HOME FOR THE AGED, INC., OR A
SUBSIDIARY OR AN AFFILIATE THEREOF - APPROVED
Administrator Riley advised this was a request from the National Lutheran Home for the
Aged, Inc. that the Industrial Development Authority of the County of Frederick, Virginia, assist
them or a subsidiary or an affiliate thereof in financing (1) the costs of acquiring a 108 -unit
independent living rental housing facility for seniors currently known as Bentley Commons
Seniors Facility located at 1410A North Augusta Street, Staunton, Virginia, (2) certain capital
improvements at the Facility, including but not limited to the costs of renovating and equipping
of the Facility to convert all or a portion of the existing independent living units to assisted living
units, (3) a debt service reserve fund, and (4) the costs of issuing the bonds and other eligible
expenditures, by the issuance of its revenue bonds, in one or more series from time to time, in an
amount not to exceed $17,000,000. The Authority has agreed to issue its Bonds as requested.
He went on to say the Authority has conducted a public hearing on the proposed financing of the
project and has recommended that the Board approve the issuance of the Bonds as required by
Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and Section 15.2 -4906 of the
Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended. Administrator Riley noted the reason for this project
coming through the Frederick County IDA was the City of Staunton was preparing a bank
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qualified issue of its own and this project would be in excess of the bank qualified limit and
would adversely affect the City of Staunton issuance. The applicant was referred to the
Frederick County IDA to assist the City of Staunton. He concluded by saying the bonds were
not an obligation of the county.
Supervisor Collins asked if this issuance affected Frederick County's limit.
-- Administrator Riley responded no because the IDA and Board previously approved an
$82 million issuance. He went on to say the county does not normally do bank qualified
issuances and we would get our cap back beginning in January 2012.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board
approved the Resolution of the Board of Supervisors Approving the Issuance of up to
$17,000,000 Revenue Bonds for the Benefit of the National Lutheran Home for the Aged, Inc.,
or a Subsidiary or an Affiliate Thereof.
The Industrial Development Authority of the County of Frederick, Virginia (the
"Authority ") has considered the application of National Lutheran Home for the Aged, Inc.
( "NLH "), requesting the issuance of the Authority's revenue bonds in an amount not to exceed
$17,000,000 (the "Bonds ") to be issued at one time or from time to time to assist NLH or a
subsidiary or an affiliate thereof (the `Borrower ") in financing the following: (1) the costs of
acquiring a 108 -unit independent living rental housing facility for seniors currently known as
Bentley Commons Seniors Facility located at 1410A North Augusta Street, Staunton, Virginia
(the "Facility "), (2) certain capital improvements at the Facility, including but not limited to the
costs of renovating and equipping of the Facility to convert all or a portion of the existing
independent living units to assisted living units, (3) a debt service reserve fund and (4) the costs
of issuing the Bonds and other eligible expenditures (the "Project ").
The Authority held a public hearing on the Borrower's application on July 21, 2011, as
required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code "), and
Section 15.2 -4906 of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended (the "Virginia Code "). Section
147(f) of the Code also provides that the governmental unit having jurisdiction over the issuer of
private activity bonds must approve the issuance of the bonds.
The Authority issues its bonds on behalf of the County of Frederick, Virginia (the
"County "); and the Board of Supervisors of the County of Frederick, Virginia (the "Board ")
constitutes the highest elected governmental unit of the County.
The Authority has recommended that the Board approve the issuance of the Bonds.
A copy of the Authority's resolution approving the issuance of the Bonds, subject to the
terms to be agreed upon, a certificate of the public hearing, and the Fiscal Impact Statement have
been filed with the Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF THE COUNTY OF FREDERICK, VIRGINIA:
1. The Board approves the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority for the benefit of the
Borrower, as required by Section 147(f) of the Code and Section 15.2 -4906 of the
Virginia Code to permit the Authority to assist the Borrower in financing the Project.
2. The approval of the issuance of the Bonds does not constitute an endorsement to a
prospective purchaser of the Bonds of the creditworthiness of the Project or the
Borrower.
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3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
Adopted by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Frederick, Virginia this 27"' day of
July, 2011.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
COMMITTEE REPORTS
LANDFILL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE REPORT — APPROVED UNDER
CONSENT AGENDA
The landfill oversight committee met on Thursday, June 30, 2011, at 8:00 a.m. All
committee members were present except Winchester representative, James O'Connor and
Frederick County representative, Stan Crockett. The following items were discussed.
** *Items Not Requiring Action * **
1. Project Updates
a) Partial Cell Closure: The current partial cell closure at the Municipal Solid Waste
(MSW) landfill will be completed on or before July 31, 2011. This project also included the
rough grading for a new ten (10) acre cell in the Construction/Demolition Debris (CDD) landfill.
Completion of the CDD cell has been included in the Fiscal Year 2011/2012 budget.
b) Permit 40 Stormwater Infiltration: Efforts are currently underway to identify and
divert stormwater that is infiltrating into the landfill's leachate collection system within old
Permit #40. To date, staff has located old leachate lines that were installed under existing
drainage ditches. This combination is overwhelming our leachate collection system resulting in
the unnecessary treatment of many thousands of gallons of wastewater. The intent of this project
will be to reroute surface and subsurface stormwater to prevent infiltration into the leachate
collection system. We are hopeful that these changes can be completed during the summer
months.
c) Landfill Gas to Energy: The new gas to energy project has been in operation since
October 2010. The project has been a real environmental success as well as a revenue generator.
To date, the revenue has far exceeded the costs related to maintenance. However, the periodic
maintenance has revealed a build up of Siloxanes on the pistons and piston walls of the engines.
Siloxanes are basically silica derivatives that precipitate from the landfill gas. A continual build
up of these deposits in the engines will not only require more costly maintenance, but also reduce
the life of the engines. Therefore, we have authorized SCS Field Services through a change
order to install a filter system to remove the Siloxanes from the landfill gas prior to entering the
engine combustion chamber. This process will reduce future maintenance costs.
2. Future Projects
a) Clarke County Property Improvements: The landfill staff plans to implement
erosion and sediment control measures on the former Riley farm in preparation for future borrow
operations associated with the continued development of a new CDD cell. Staff has met with
Clarke County environmental staff to obtain their concurrence with this future development.
b) CDD Cell Development: The development of a new ten (10) acre CDD cell initiated
in Fiscal Year 2010/2011 will be completed in Fiscal Year 2011/2012. This development will
include the installation of a liner and leachate collection system. It is anticipated that clay used
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for the liner system will be derived from the former Riley farm located in Clarke County. This
construction should commence on or about April 2012.
c) Stormwater Improvements: A stormwater improvement project has been included
in the Fiscal Year 2011/2012 budget to reduce stormwater infiltration into the leachate collection
system associated with Permit #40. This project is a continuation of our current efforts to
identify and eliminate stormwater infiltration into our leachate collection system.
d) Rain Tarp: The landfill staff anticipates moving into the new MSW cell in the
upcoming winter months. To minimize the impact of rainfall on the leachate collection system,
the staff plans to use sacrificial tarps (12 mil) to divert runoff until sufficient trash layers can be
placed to absorb the moisture.
e) Filling Plan: A plan has been developed by SCS Engineers to insure the efficient
placement of trash layers within the new MSW cells. This plan will allow the staff to use new
GPS equipment to effectively and efficiently place trash to maximize our air space.
3. Greenhouse Gas Credits
A new greenhouse gas contract was negotiated and signed in March 2011 with CAMCO.
This contract will allow the landfill to sell their greenhouse gas credits. Recent field verification
of the amount of methane destruction indicates that the credits should yield a revenue
approaching $150,000 for Fiscal Year 2010/2011.
4. Request by Virginia Poultry Foundation
The landfill manager has received a request from the Virginia Poultry Federation to
provide shredded mulch for the composting of poultry killed by an outbreak of Avian Flu. The
landfill would only be expected to furnish the mulch, which we produce on an annual basis when
we grind our yard waste. The committee unanimously endorsed the concept and directed the
landfill manager to establish a cost per ton.
5. Tonnage Report and Revenue Generation
The landfill manager, Steve Frye, indicated that the actual tonnage will fall short of
budget projections for Fiscal Year 2010/2011. As a result of this shortfall in tonnage and
dramatic reductions in interest rates, he is predicting a shortfall of approximately $800,000 in
revenue for Fiscal Year 2010/2011.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT - APPROVED
A joint meeting of the Public Works and Public Safety Committees was held on Tuesday,
June 28, 2011, at 8:00 a.m. All members were present except Bob Wells, Glen Williamson,
Dennis Linaburg, and LeeAnna Pyles. The following items were discussed:
** *Items Requiring Action * **
1. Construction of New Fire Stations (Substations) and Reconstruction and /or
Relocation of Existing Fire Stations
Members of the public works and public safety committees continued discussions
regarding the development of policy regarding the construction or county owned fire stations and
the construction/reconstruction of volunteer owned fire stations. A summary of that discussion is
attached. In addition, the results of a survey, performed by Mr. Denny Linaburg, seeking similar
information from four (4) counties within the Commonwealth is included. The committee is
seeking a joint work session with the board of supervisors to discuss policy related to the
construction of new fire stations and the reconstruction and/or relocation of existing fire stations.
(Attachments 1 and 2)
The Board's consensus was to proceed with a work session.
Chairman Shickle asked Administrator Riley to poll board members regarding a possible
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work session date.
** *Items Not Requiring Action * **
1. Carry Forward, Requests
The public works committee reviewed and unanimously endorsed the attached carry
forward requests. These requests will be submitted to the finance committee for their review and
action. (Attachment 3)
2. Miscellaneous Reports
a) Tonnage Report
(Attachment 4)
b) Recycling Report
(Attachment 5)
c) Animal Shelter Dog Report
(Attachment 6)
d) Animal Shelter Cat Report
(Attachment 7)
LAKE HOLIDAY SANITARY DISTRICT DAM WORKING COMMITTEE
REPORT — APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
The LHSD Dam Working Committee met on July 19, 2011 at 11:00 a.m., in the
conference room at Lake Holiday Country Club, Club House.
Members present were: Kris Tierney, Ed Strawsnyder, Dave Burleson (LHCC), Dave
Buermeyer (LHCC) and Wayne Poyer (LHCC). Others present were Greg Zamenski with Black
and Veatch, Robert VanLier and Zhengang Wang with DRC, Joe Wilder and Mike Stewart
(Frederick County Public Works), Mike Goodwin (LHCC) along with a number of members of
the public.
No Items Require Board Action.
The purpose of the meeting was to seek resolution of DCR comments on the LHCC
Alternation Permit application.
Mr. Robert VanLier and Mr. Zhengang (Michael) Wang of DCR along with Greg
Zamenski of Black and Veatch were on hand to discuss DCR comments pertaining to the
adequacy of the downstream channel to handle the volume of water associated with the
maximum flood. (See attached letter).
At the conclusion of the meeting, it was decided that Black and Veatch would provide
additional analysis of the downstream channel to DCR. DCR will issue an alternation permit
which is conditioned upon satisfactory resolution of the question of the adequacy of the channel.
This action will not impact the timing of the spillway work. Should it be determined that some
form of remediation be required as a result of the analysis, it will be handled with a change order,
if possible. Should the scope of remediation exceed funds available, an alternate solution would
need to be developed.
There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned . A number of those in
attendance stayed on to take a tour of the downstream channel.
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARING - AMENDMENT TO THE 2011 -2012 FISCAL YEAR
BUDGET — PURSUANT TO SECTION 15.2 -2507 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA,
1950, AS AMENDED, THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WILL HOLD A PUBLIC
HEARING TO AMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 2011 -2012 BUDGET TO REFLECT:
ASSISTANT COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR REQUEST FOR A LAKE HOLIDAY
SANITARY DISTRICT FUND SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION IN THE
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AMOUNT OF $9,045,000. THIS AMOUNT REPRESENTS BOND FINANCING
FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE LAKE HOLIDAY DAM SPILLWAY.
NO ADDITIONAL LOCAL FUNDS REQUIRED. — (RESOLUTION #005 -11) -
APPROVED
Administrator Riley advised this was a public hearing to amend the Fiscal Year 2011-
2012 budget to reflect the Assistant County Administrator's request for a Lake Holiday Sanitary
District Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $9,045,000 for bond financing for the
reconstruction of the Lake Holiday dam spillway.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
There were no citizen comments.
Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved the budget amendment.
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors, meeting in regular session and
public hearing held on July 27, 2011, took the following action:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Supervisors that the FY
2011 -2012 Budget be Amended to Reflect:
Assistant County Administrator Request for a Lake Holiday Sanitary District Fund
Supplemental Appropriation in the amount of $9,045,000. This Amount Represents Bond
Financing for the Reconstruction of the Lake Holiday Dam Spillway. No Additional Local
Funds Required.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #06 - OF HORTON'S
NURSERY FOR A RETAIL NURSERY. THE PROPERTIES ARE LOCATED
AT 2731 FRONT ROYAL PIKE (ROUTE 522 S), AND ARE IDENTIFIED WITH
PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS 76 -A -61, 76 -A -62, 76 -A -63, 76 -A -64,
AND 76 -A -65 IN THE SHAWNEE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. — ACTION
POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST 10, 2011 MEETING
Zoning Administrator'Mark Cheran appeared before the Board regarding this item. He
advised this was a request for a conditional use permit to expand the existing Horton's Nursery.
The property is located at 2371 Front Royal Pike in the Shawnee Magisterial District. He noted
the nursery is currently operating under a previously approved conditional use permit #06 -06.
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The new conditional use permit encompasses the five parcels totaling 11 acres. He concluded by
saying the Planning Commission recommended approval with the following conditions:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. An engineered site plan shall be submitted to, and approved by, Frederick County and
shall identify uses on the subject parcels, 76 -A -61, 76 -A -62, 76 -A -63, 76 -A -64, and
76 -A -65, prior to any business activities occurring on the parcels.
3. One non - illuminated, freestanding business sign shall be allowed on the property; the
sign shall be limited to 25 square -feet in area. The sign shall not exceed ten (10) feet
in height.
4. Any storage of heavy equipment shall take place within an enclosed structure.
5. Eighteen employees are permitted between the months of April, May, and June, while
the remainder of the time, the site shall have no more than six employees.
6. Approval of this CUP will void CUP #06 -06.
7. Any expansion or change of use will require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
Derek Wall, representing his son, who is an adjoining property owner, but could not
attend the meeting, expressed concern about what might be stored on the property in the future
because right now there are unwanted materials and two trailers. He stated the property looked
like a dumping ground for unwanted materials. He hoped it would not turn into a dumping
ground. He went on to say he had noticed an increase in raccoons, opossums, and feral cats
since the material has been there.
There being no further, Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor Collins, the Board
postponed Conditional Use Permit #06 -11 until the August meeting in order to work out some
other issues.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #07 -11 OF STARLITE
COMPANIES LLC D/B /A HOMESPUN, FOR A COUNTRY STORE WITH
RESTAURANT. THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT 949 CEDAR CREEK
GRADE, AND IS IDENTIFIED WITH PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER 63 -A -211 IN THE GAINESBORO MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. -
APPROVED
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Zoning Administrator Mark Cheran appeared before the Board regarding this item. He
advised this was a request for a conditional use permit to enable a restaurant. The property is
located at 949 Cedar Creek Grade in the Gainesboro Magisterial District and is zoned RA (Rural
Areas) District. Zoning Administrator Cheran advised the original permit prohibited restaurants
and deli operations. The applicant is seeking a 26 seat restaurant and photo - gallery. The
Planning Commission recommended approval with the following conditions:
1. All review agency comments shall be complied with at all times.
2. An engineered minor site plan shall be required for the future accessory structure.
3. Maximum height of freestanding sign shall be six feet.
4. Maximum size of a freestanding sign shall be 25 square feet.
5. No internally illuminated signs shall be allowed outside of the building.
6. Maximum size of a building- mounted sign shall be ten square feet.
7. Dumpsters shall be completely enclosed by an opaque fence with a minimum setback
of 15 feet from the property line.
8. No more than 26 seats allowed for this restaurant use.
9. Parking shall only be permitted behind the structure.
10. No petroleum or fuel sales shall be allowed.
11. Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Zoning Administrator Cheran advised that conditions 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 9 were part of the original
conditional use permit. He concluded by saying the applicant has agreed with the conditions.
Supervisor DeHaven asked if condition 10 was part of the original conditional use permit.
Zoning Administrator Cheran responded correct.
Supervisor Lofton asked if the ordinance differentiated between a restaurant and a tea
room.
Zoning Administrator Cheran responded no.
Supervisor Collins asked if the 26 seats were indoor or outdoor seating.
Zoning Administrator Cheran responded it was a combination of indoor and outdoor.
Michael Mallow, applicant, spoke regarding the application. He stated he intended to
operate the tea room based on the parking spaces there. It would operate six days per week. He
went on to say he believed this business would do well in this historic area. He concluded by
saying it was not their intent to serve alcohol.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
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Mary Turner, Back Creek District, stated she and her husband could not be happier to
have the applicants pursue this venture in this historic structure.
There being no further public comments, Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved Conditional Use Permit #07 -11.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
PUBLIC HEARING - CODE OF VIRGINIA, SECTION 15.2 -2232 REVIEW, FOR
FREDERICK COUNTY SANITATION AUTHORITY, SILVER LAKE, AND THE
CARPENTER LAND TRUST FOR A GROUND STORAGE WATER TANK
FACILITY TO SERVE THE ROUND HILL COMMUNITY AND THE SEWER
A ND WATER SERVICE AREA (SWSA) THE PURPOSE OF THIS REVI IS
TO ENSURE THAT THE PROPOSED FACILITY IS SUBSTANTIALLY IN
ACCORD WITH THE ADOPTED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN THE 2007
COMPREHENSIVE POLICY PLAN. THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED ON THE
WEST SIDE OF POORHOUSE ROAD AND IS IDENTIFIED WITH PROPERTY
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 52 -A -47A IN THE GAINESBORO MAGISTERIAL
DISTRICT. - APPROVED
Deputy Planning Director Michael Ruddy appeared before the Board regarding this item.
He advised this was a request for a Comprehensive Plan conformance review. This item was
referred to the Board of Supervisors for endorsement to ensure the location of the proposed
facility is in conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. The facility will be located on a five
acre parcel off of Poorhouse Road in the Gainesboro Magisterial District. The applicants are the
Frederick County Sanitation Authority, Silver Lake the Carpenter Family Trust. The
proposed water tank would serve the Round Hill community, which is located in the sewer and
water service area. The Planning Commission found this application to be in conformance with
the Comprehensive Plan. He noted that during the Planning Commission meeting four people
spoke in opposition to the proposal. The Planning Commission expressed support for the
application. He concluded by saying the Board was being asked to confirm the Planning
Commission's determination that the facility conforms to the Comprehensive Plan.
Evan Wyatt, Greenway Engineering, appeared before the board on behalf of the
applicants. He noted the water tank is located to provide adequate water pressure for the Round
Hill Community. The site meets the water pressure requirements and conforms to the
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Comprehensive Plan. He concluded by saying the applicants were seeking approval.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
There were no public comments.
Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Chairman Shickle advised the staff report references the latest version of the
Comprehensive Plan, but the advertisement references the 2007 plan.
Deputy Director Ruddy responded the 2030 plan is in effect today and staff's evaluation
of the application recognized both the new and old versions of the Comprehensive Plan. He
concluded by saying the appropriate action would be to endorse the Planning Commission's
action.
County Attorney Rod Williams advised the Planning Commission considered the
application under both plans. He stated it would be appropriate for the Board to consider the
application appropriate under both plans. The motion of the Board should reflect the 2007
Comprehensive Plan, as amended by the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board approved
the Planning Commission's action that the proposal conforms to the 2007 Comprehensive Plan,
as amended by the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
OTHER PLANNING ITEMS:
RESOLUTION 0006 -11) OF SUPPORT FOR THE ROUTE 277 IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT - APPROVED
Deputy Planning Director — Transportation John Bishop appeared before the Board
regarding this item. He advised this was a resolution of support for VDOT to proceed with the
Route 277 improvement project. The Governor's office has directed funding in excess of $30
million to this project, which will be used to widen Route 277 to a four -lane divide roadway with
access management improvements from I -81 to Warrior Drive, realign Aylor Road to align with
Stickley Drive, and other spot improvements. The Transportation Committee considered the
draft language of the resolution and unanimously recommended approval.
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Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved the resolution of support.
WHEREAS, Frederick County has previously supported improvements to the Route 277
corridor and the study of relocation of the I -81 /Route 277 interchange; and
WHEREAS, The Commonwealth Transportation Board first added the Route 277
project, 0277 - 034 -103, UPC 18003, to the Fiscal Year 1999 Six -Year Improvement Plan; and
WHEREAS, Funding allocations for the Route 277 project have varied; and
WHEREAS, The Commonwealth Transportation Board funded the Route 277 project,
0277 - 034 -103, UPC 18003, in the Fiscal Year 2012 Six -Year Improvement Program on June 15,
2011; and
WHEREAS, The Commonwealth Transportation Board has added and funded the I-
81 /Route 277 interchange relocation study 0081 - 034 -720, UPC 88659, in the Fiscal Year 2012
Six -Year Improvement Plan; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, The Frederick County Board of
Supervisors fully supports and requests that the Virginia Department of Transportation proceed
with the study scoping/re - scoping, development and implementation of UPC 18003 and UPC
88659.
ADOPTED this 27" day of July, 2011.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
DISCUSSION — 2011 COMPREHENSIVE POLICY PLAN AMENDMENT
REQUEST CPPA #01 -11 TASKER ROAD — SENT FORWARD FOR FURTHER
STUDY
Deputy Director of Planning Michael Ruddy appeared before the Board regarding this
item. He advised the Planning Department received one Comprehensive Policy Plan
Amendment (CPPA) request by the June 1, 2011 deadline. The request was CPPA #01 -11,
Tasker Road — Parcel 86 for a change in Land Use Classification from Institutional to Residential
for an 11.35 acre parcel. The property is located on the east side of Tasker Road and north of
Rutherford Lane in the Shawnee Magisterial District. The Comprehensive Plans and Programs
Committee recommended further study in connection with the eastern Frederick and Senseny
Road study area. He noted the applicant had requested this proposed amendment be considered
separate from the study. The Planning Commission recommended the request move forward for
additional study. Deputy Director Ruddy noted the proposal would be recognized within the
larger study, but would be reviewed independently.
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Ron Mislowsky, Patton Harris Rust and Associates, advised this area was about '/2 mile
away from the CrossPointe property and is not part of the larger study area. He reiterated the
applicant's desire to be considered separately from the larger study.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board
forwarded CPPA #01 -11 Tasker Road to the CPPC for further study independent of the larger
study.
Supervisor Fisher expressed concern about transportation issues along Tasker Road and
this proposal could have a major impact on traffic.
Supervisor DeHaven agreed with Supervisor Fisher and trusted the Comprehensive Plan
and Programs Committee would investigate those issues as part of the study.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
DISCUSSION — ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO ALLOW AUTO
REPAIR SHOPS AS AN ALLOWED USE IN M1 DISTRICTS. — (RESOLUTION
#007 -11) SENT FORWARD FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Senior Planner Candice Perkins appeared before the Board regarding this item. She
advised this was an ordinance amendment to permit SIC 752 as a permitted use in the M1
Zoning District along with the additional supplemental use regulations for the use. The
Development Review and Regulations Committee recommended the amendment be sent forward
for discussion. The Planning Commission recommended the amendment be forwarded to the
Board for review. She concluded by saying staff was seeking direction from the Board regarding
whether or not to schedule this item for public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board
approved the Resolution Directing the Planning Commission to Hold a Public Hearing
Regarding Chapter 165, Zoning, Article VI — Business and Industrial Zoning Districts Part 606 —
M1 Light Industrial District, 165- 606.02 — Allowed Uses; Article II — Supplementary Use
Regulations, Parking, Buffers and Regulations for Specific Uses, Part 204, Additional
Regulations for Specific Uses, 1.65 - 204.12 — Motor Vehicle Service Uses and Public Garages.
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Planning Department has been directed to prepare
modifications to Chapter 165, Zoning to permit automobile repair shops in the MI Zoning
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District.
WHEREAS, The Development Review and Regulations Committee (DRRC)
recommended approval of this amendment on May 26, 2011; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission discussed the draft ordinance on July 6, 2011 and
recommended that a public hearing be held; and
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors finds that in the public necessity,
convenience, general welfare, and good zoning practice, directs the Frederick County Planning
Commission hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to Chapter 165, Zoning to permit
automobile repair shops in the M1 Zoning District.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT REQUESTED by the Frederick County Board of
Supervisors that the Frederick County Planning Commission shall hold a public hearing to consider
revisions to Chapter 165 Zoning, Article VI Business and Industrial Zoning Districts, Part 606
M1 Light Industrial District, 165- 606.02 Allowed Uses; and, Article II Supplementary Use
Regulations, Parking, Buffers and Regulations for Specific Uses, Part 204 Additional
Regulations for Specific Uses, 165 - 204.12 Motor Vehicle Service Uses and Public Garages, to
permit automobile repair shops in the M1 Zoning District.
Passed this 27th day of July, 2011 by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Gainesboro District
Vacant
ROAD RESOLUTION 0008 -11) — MCGHEE ROAD — APPROVED UNDER
CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Form AM -4.3, fully incorporated
herein by reference, are shown on plats described in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of
Frederick County; and
WHEREAS, the Resident Engineer of the Virginia Department of Transportation has
advised this Board that the streets meet the requirements established by the Subdivision Street
Requirements of the Virginia Department of Transportation; and
WHEREAS, the County and the Virginia Department of Transportation have entered
into an agreement on June 9, 1993, for comprehensive stormwater detention which applies to this
request for addition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board requests the Virginia
Department of Transportation to add the streets described in the attached Form AM -4.3 to the
secondary system of state highways, pursuant to 33.1 -229, Code of Virginia, and the
Department's Subdivision Street Requirements and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this Board guarantees a clear and unrestricted right -of-
way, as described, and any necessary easements for cuts, fills, and drainage; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to
the Resident Engineer for the Virginia Department of Transportation
This item was approved under the consent agenda.
BOARD LIAISON REPORTS
There were no Board liaison reports.
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CITIZEN COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
Chairman Shickle took a moment to recognize the resignation for Gainesboro District
Supervisor Gary Dove. He advised the Board that they had 45 days to appoint a substitute
member. He suggested they bring forth names at the August meeting so a substitute supervisor
could be appointed to fill the vacancy through the end of 2011.
Vice - Chairman Ewing stated he enjoyed working with Mr. Dove and he would be
missed.
Chairman Shickle echoed those sentiments.
ADJOURN
UPON A MOTION BY VICE - CHAIRMAN EWING, SECONDED BY
SUPERVISOR COLLINS, THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME
BEFORE THIS BOARD, THIS MEETING IS HEREBY ADJOURNED. (8:12 P.M.)
Richard C. Shickle n . Riley, Jr.
Chairman, Board of Supervisors Clerk , Board of Supervisors
Minutes Prepared By:
Jay E. T' bs
Deputy Clerk, Board of Supervisors
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