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A Regular Meeting of the Frederick County Board of Supervisors was held on
Wednesday, December 14, 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; Gary A. Lofton; and Ross P. Spicer.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Shickle called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION
Reverend Dan Hess, Harvester's of Hope, 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 there were no additions or changes to the
agenda.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVED
Administrator Riley offered the following items for the Board's consideration under the
consent.agenda:
- Parks and Recreation Commission Report — Tab F;
- Public Works Committee Report — Tab G; and
- Road Resolutions — Steeple Chase Subdivision, Kendall Mills, Maranto Manor Drive,
The Guards, Section III /aka Musket, and The Estates at Whitacre Farm — Tab P.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board
approved the consent agenda by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Christopher E. Collins Aye
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Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
CITIZEN COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
There were no Board of Supervisors' comments.
MINUTES - APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Spicer, the Board
approved the minutes from the November 9, 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Collins, the Board
approved the minutes from the December 2, 2011 work session.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
COUNTY OFFICIALS
PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION IN MEMORIAM OF R. THOMAS
MALCOLM
Chairman Shickle presented a framed copy of the Resolution in Memorial of R. Thomas
Malcolm to Mr. Malcolm's family.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' PRESENTATION OF HISTORIC PLAQUE TO
OWNERS OF GLASS- RINKER- COOPER MILL IN THE VILLAGE OF
OPEOUON
Senior Planner Candice Perkins appeared before the Board regarding this item. She
advised The Historic Resources Advisory Board developed the historic property designation
program to formally acknowledge the architectural and historic integrity of county structures. At
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its October 18, 2011 meeting, the Historic Resources Advisory Board unanimously approved a
designation application for the Glass- Rinker- Cooper Mill located at 2431 Cedar Creek Grade and
respectfully requests the Board of Supervisors award a plaque.
Chairman Shickle presented the historic plaque to the property owners.
PRESENTATION BY THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE OF A STORM
READY CERTIFICATION
Fire Chief Dennis Linaburg advised that Frederick County has been recognized by the
National Weather Service as a Storm Ready Community. He recognized the efforts of
Emergency Communications Director Leeanna Pyles and Deputy Emergency Management
Specialist Chester Lauck in making this a reality. Chief Linaburg then introduced Chris Strong
with the National Weather Service.
Mr. Strong formally recognized Frederick County as a Storm Ready Community and
noted it was one of only 36 communities in the State of Virginia to attain that designation. He
congratulated the county's Office of Emergency Management on this accomplishment.
Chairman Shickle thanked all of the employees who made this achievement possible.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
FORMATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES COMMITTEE (IT
COMMITTEE) - APPROVED
Chairman Shickle requested the Board approve the formation of an Information
Technologies Committee and designation as a standing committee.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved the formation of an Information Technologies Committee (IT Committee) as a standing
committee.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
APPOINTMENT OF ERIC CAMPBELL TO THE WINCHESTER - FREDERICK
COUNTY TOURISM BOARD - APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Collins, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
appointed Eric Campbell to the Winchester- Frederick County Tourism Board to fill the
unexpired term of Niki Wilson, said term to expire June 30, 2012.
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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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
APPOINTMENT OF DANA BOWMAN TO THE COMMUNITY PLANNING
AND MANAGEMENT TEAM (CPMT) - APPRO
Upon a motion by Supervisor Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board
appointed Dana Bowman to the Community Planning and Management Team (CPMT) to fill the
unexpired term of Bassam Sabbagh, said term to expire June 30, 2012.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN L. MCKENIZE AS STONEWALL DISTRICT
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY -
APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
reappointed John L. McKenzie as Stonewall District representative to the Industrial
Development Authority. This is a four year appointment, said term to expire November 10,
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
REAPPOINTMENT OF MARGART DOUGLA S AS BACK CREEK DISTRICT
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE EXTENSION LEADERSHIP COUNCIL -
APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Lofton, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the Board
reappointed Margaret B. Douglas as Back Creek District representative to the Extension
Leadership Council. This is a four year appointment, said term to expire January 14, 2016.
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
Ross P. Spicer Aye
REAPPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM H. GRIM AS OPEOUON DISTRICT
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE EXTENSION LEADERSHIP COUNCIL -
`- APPROVED
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Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
reappointed William H. Grim as Opequon District representative to the Extension Leadership
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Council. This is a four year appointment, said term to expire January 24, 2016.
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
Ross P. Spicer Aye
REAPPOINTMENT OF RONALD MADAGAN AS OPEOUON DISTRICT
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION -
APPROVED
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board
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reappointed Ronald Madagan as Opequon District representative to the Parks and Recreation
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Commission. This is a four year appointment, said term to expire January 14, 2016.
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
Ross P. Spicer Aye
REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN R. RILEY JR. AS FREDERICK COUNTY
REPRSENTATIVE TO THE NORTHERN SHENANDOAH VALLEY
REGIONAL COMMISSION - APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Lofton, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the Board
reappointed John R. Riley, Jr. as Frederick County representative to the Northern Shenandoah
Valley Regional Commission. This is a three year appointment, said term to expire January 11,
2015.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
REAPPOINTMENT OF J. STANLEY CROCKETT AS STONEWALL DISTRICT
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION - APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Vice - Chairman Ewing, the Board
reappointed J. Stanley Crockett as Stonewall District representative to the Planning Commission.
This is a four year appointment, said term to expire February 12, 2016.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
DIRECTOR OF THE NORTHERN SHENANDOAH VALLEY REGIONAL
COMMISSION MARTHA SHICKLE TO ADDRESS THE BOARD RE: PRE -
A_PPLICATION REQUEST FOR A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMEN BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) FUNDING FOR THE LAUREL CENTER AND F OR THE
SUPPORT OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF A REGIONAL HOUSING NEEDS
ASSESSMENT - APPROVED
Martha Shickle, Executive Director of the Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional
Commission, appeared before the Board regarding this item. She advised the Regional
Commission would be applying for two Community Development Block Grants. The first grant
would be for the Laurel Center. She stated the commission was seeking approval from the Board
to submit a pre - application. The second item was a request that Frederick County serve as the
sponsoring organization for a funding request for a Community Development Block Grant
Planning Grant to support the development of a regional Housing Needs Assessment.
Chairman Shickle asked why the Laurel Center pre - application was coming through
Frederick County and not the City of Winchester.
Executive Director Shickle responded the city was not eligible to apply to the State for
these funds. She noted the city had provided $70,000 for site development.
Administrator Riley advised the Commission needs authorization to apply on a pre-
application basis. If the pre - application is successful then the application would come back to
the Board for approval.
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Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board approved
the request to apply for funding for the Laurel Center on a pre - application basis.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
Upon a motion by Supervisor Spicer, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved Frederick County serving as the sponsoring agent for the Community Development
Block Grant to support the development of a regional Housing Needs Assessment.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
DELEGATE ELECT I RANDALL MINCHEW TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
Delegate -Elect J. Randall Minchew appeared before the Board. He stated he had been
elected to serve the new 10 District and he considered it an honor to serve Frederick County.
He went on to say he appreciated the issues and difficulties facing local governments.
Chairman Shickle thanked Delegate -Elect Minchew for attending the meeting and
speaking with the Board.
Vice - Chairman Ewing congratulated Delegate -Elect Minchew and thanked him for
coming.
Supervisor Fisher thanked Delegate -Elect Minchew for coming and stated he looked
forward to working together.
RESOLUTION ( #026 -11) OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF FREDERICK
COUNTY CONCURRING WITH A FINANCING UNDERTAKEN BY THE
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF CLARKE COUNTY
VIRGINIA, TO BENEFIT SHENANDOAH UNIVERSITY - APPROVED
Chairman Shickle turned the meeting over to Vice - Chairman Ewing. He and Supervisor
Fisher recused themselves from discussion/consideration of this matter due to a conflict of
interest.
Administrator Riley advised this was a financing issue to benefit Shenandoah University
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The $8 million bond issuance will cover costs associated with: (1) acquiring from a University-
related entity an existing hotel site known as the Quality Inn Winchester, located within
Frederick County, Virginia (the "County "), at 1017 Millwood Pike, Winchester, Virginia 22602
(the "Hotel Property "), and constructing, renovating and equipping improvements to the Hotel
Property for student housing and other University purposes, (2) acquiring, constructing and
equipping one or more capital improvements to the University facilities located on the portion of
the University's main campus in the City of Winchester, Virginia, including without limitation,
(a) a new residence hall of approximately 10,000 square feet to 150,000 square feet, (b) a new
health sciences building of approximately 30,000 square feet to 100,000 square feet, (c) a new
parking garage of approximately 100 to 500 parking spaces and (d) perimeter boundary &
landscaping, and (3) funding certain working capital and issuance expenses incurred in
connection with the issuance of such bonds. He went on to explain that the Clarke County
Industrial Development Authority would be the issuer of these bonds because Frederick County
and the City of Winchester have exceeded their bank qualified issuing amounts for 2011.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Spicer, the Board
approved the Resolution of the Board of Supervisors of Frederick County Concurring with a
Financing Undertaken by the Industrial Development Authority of Clarke County, Virginia, to
Benefit Shenandoah University.
WHEREAS, the Industrial Development Authority of Clarke County, Virginia (the
"Authority "), has received an application from Shenandoah University, a not - for - profit Virginia
non -stock corporation (the "University "), requesting the Authority to issue its Educational
Facilities Revenue Bonds, Series 2011, in a principal amount not to exceed $8,000,000 (the
"Bonds ") to finance the costs of (1) acquiring from a University - related entity an existing hotel
site known as the Quality Inn Winchester, located within Frederick County, Virginia (the
"County "), at 1017 Millwood Pike, Winchester, Virginia 22602 (the "Hotel Property "), and
constructing, renovating and equipping improvements to the Hotel Property for student housing
and other University purposes, (2) acquiring, constructing and equipping one or more capital
improvements to the University facilities located on the portion of the University's main campus
in the City of Winchester, Virginia, including without limitation, (a) a new residence hall of
approximately 10,000 square feet to 150,000 square feet, (b) a new health sciences building of
approximately 30,000 square feet to 100,000 square feet, (c) a new parking garage of
approximately 100 to 500 parking spaces and (d) perimeter boundary & landscaping, and (3)
funding certain working capital and issuance expenses incurred in connection with the issuance
of such bonds (collectively, the "Project "); and
WHEREAS, Section 15.2 -4905 of the Code of Virginia of 1950, as amended (the
"Virginia Code "), states that an industrial development authority may not finance facilities in
another jurisdiction that has an industrial development authority "unless the governing body of
such county, city or town in which the facilities are located or are proposed to be located,
concurs with the inducement resolution adopted by the Authority, and shows such concurrence in
a duly adopted resolution;" and
WHEREAS, Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the
"Internal Revenue Code ") require that the governmental unit having jurisdiction over the area in
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which any facility financed with the proceeds of the Bonds is located approve the issuance of
such Bonds;
WHEREAS, Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code requires that any such
approval by the applicable governmental unit be given after a public hearing following
reasonable public notice, which hearing may be held by the public authority issuing the Bonds;
WHEREAS, on December 8, 2011, in accordance with the requirements of
Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code and Section 15.2 -4906 of the Virginia Code, the
Authority held a public hearing and adopted a resolution (the "Resolution "), a copy of which has
-- been filed with the records of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of the County;
WHEREAS, the University has requested the Board of Supervisors of the County to
express its concurrence with the Resolution so that a portion of the net proceeds of the Bonds
may be loaned to the University to finance a portion of the Project to be located in the County.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF FREDERICK
COUNTY, VIRGINIA:
1. The Board of Supervisors hereby approves the issuance of the Bonds by the
Authority for the benefit of the University, as required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue
Code and Section 15.2 -4906 of the Virginia Code, and concurs with the Resolution adopted by
the Authority for the benefit of the University to the extent required by Section 15.2 -4905 of the
Virginia Code to permit the Authority to loan the proceeds of the Bonds to the University to
finance the portion of the Project to be located in Frederick County.
2. The approval of the issuance of the Bonds does not constitute an endorsement of
the Bonds or the creditworthiness of the University. As required by Section 15.2 -4909 of the
Virginia Code, the Bonds shall provide that the County will have no obligation to pay the Bonds
or the interest thereon or other costs incident thereto.
3. All acts and doings of the officers of the County and the Board of Supervisors that
are in conformity with the purposes and intent of this resolution shall be, and the same hereby
are, in all respects approved and confirmed.
4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Abstain
Bill M. Ewing
Aye
Christopher E. Collins
Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Aye
Gene E. Fisher
Abstain
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REPORT — APPROVED UNDER
CONSENT AGENDA
The Parks and Recreation Commission met on December 6, 2011. Members present
were: Charles Sandy, Jr., Ronald Madagan, Gary Longerbeam, Ron Hodgson, P.W. Hillyard,
III, Patrick Anderson, Cheryl Swartz, and Marty Cybulski. Members absent were: Christopher
Collins.
Items Requiring Board of Supervisors Action
1. None
Submitted for Board Information Only
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1. Co- sponsor Policy — The Executive Committee recommended the approval of the
Co- Sponsor Policy as submitted, motion carried (7 -0) with Mr. Hodgson abstaining from vote.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT — APPROVED UNDER CONSENT
AGENDA
The Public Works Committee met on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. All
members were present. The following items were discussed:
***Items Not Requiring Action***
1. Disposition of Old Gainesboro School
Assistant County Administrator, Kris Tierney, gave a PowerPoint presentation related to
the future disposition of the Old Gainesboro School. The committee had previously
recommended during their October meeting that the old school be demolished. During a
subsequent board of supervisors' meeting, it was decided to schedule a public meeting prior to
making a final decision on the future status of the school. Mr. Tierney's presentation highlighted
the current condition of the building and costs associated with the urgently needed repairs, as
well as the costs related to demolition. At the conclusion of the presentation, the committee
recommended that Mr. Tierney add a significant contingency factor to the proposed repairs to
accommodate unforeseen structural damage. They also recommended that he emphasize the fact
that these repairs do not include a total refurbishment of the building only a stop gap measure to
prevent water damage. They further highlighted that the land associated with the school has
value as a future compactor site to replace the woefully lacking Gainesboro site.
2. Update on Lake Holiday Spillway Improvement Project
Deputy Director Joe Wilder presented a progress report for the Lake Holiday project. To
date, the existing downstream concrete apron has been removed. A majority of the metal arches
have been removed. The lone remaining portions of the arches have to remain until Verizon
relocates their telephone cable. The contractor continues to maintain their siphon system to
control the lake level. The project is on schedule.
3. Update on New Stormwater Regulations
Mr. Wilder indicated that the new stormwater regulations have been adopted. He further
indicated that the Commonwealth's model stormwater ordinance should be available on or
before December 31, 2012. The county will need to adopt a stormwater ordinance prior to July
31, 2013.
4. Miscellaneous Reports
a) Tonnage Report
(Attachment 1)
b) Recycling Report
(Attachment 2)
c) Animal Shelter Dog Report
(Attachment 3)
d) Animal Shelter Cat Report
(Attachment 4)
FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT - APPROVED
The Finance Committee met in the First Floor Conference Room at 107 North Kent
Street on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. Member Richard Shickle was absent.
Items 4, 5, and 10 were approved on consent agenda.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the consent
agenda 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
1. The NRADC Superintendent requests a NRADC Fund (11) supplemental
qppropriation in the amount of $145,603 This amount represents funds required to hire five (5)
additional staff. See attached information, p. 1. The committee recommends approval. —
Approved.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved the above 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
2. The NRADC Superintendent requests a DCS Fund (13) supplemental appropriation in
the amount of $18,900 This amount represents funds needed for unemployment claims. See
attached information, p. 2. The committee recommends approval. — Approved.
Upon a motion Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Spicer, the Board
approved the above 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
3. The Clerk of the Circuit Court requests a General Fund (10) supplemental
appropriation in the amount of $8,000 This amount represents anticipated attendance fees for
civil juries for Frederick County for the remainder of the fiscal year. See attached e -mail, p. 3.
The committee recommends approval. — Approved.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Spicer, the Board
approved the above 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
4. The Sheriff requests a General Funds (10) supplemental appropriation in the amount
of $500 This amount represents DARE donations. No local funds required. See attached
memo, p. 4. — Approved Under Consent Agenda.
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5. The Sheriff requests a General Fund (10) supplemental appropriation in the amount o
$500. This amount represents funds received for the use of the firing range. No local funds
required. See attached memo, p. 5. — Approved Under Consent Agenda.
6. The Sheriff requests a General Fund (10) supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$30,000 This amount represents a DMV Selective Enforcement — Alcohol grant. No local
funds required. See attached information, p.17 -18. The committee recommends approval. —
Approved.
Upon a motion by Vice- Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved the above 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
7. The Sheriff requests a General Fund (10) supplemental qppropriation in the amount of
$244,238.60 This amount represents grant carry forward ($227,935.60) and one new grant
($16,303). See attached information, p. 17 -18. The committee recommends approval. —
Approved.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the Board
approved the above 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
8. The IT Director requests a General Fund (10) supplemental appropriation in the
amount of $1,463,096.50 and a NRADC Fund (11) supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$14,928.50. These amounts represent funds needed for IT projects which include COOP and
disaster recovery, website content management, and public safety upgrades. Local funds are
required. See attached information, p. 19 -20. The committee recommends a General Fund (10)
supplemental appropriation in the amount of $169,556.50 and a NRADC Fund (11) supplemental
appropriation in the amount of $14,928.50. The committee committed to fund balance funding
of the request for Public Safety Equipment and Software at a later date when more precise
figures are available. — Approved Recommended Appropriation Request Only.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the Board
approved only the appropriation of $169,556.50 from General Fund (10) and $14,928.50 from
NRADC Fund (11) 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
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9. The County Administrator requests a General Fund (10) supplemental appropriation
in the amount of $35,500 This amount represents funds required to update broadcast equipment.
Funds have been received from the Comcast Public Education and Government (PEG) Grant.
No local funds required. See attached memo, p. 21. The committee recommends approval. —
Approved.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved the above 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
10. The F &R Chief requests a General Fund (10 ) supplemental appropriation in the
amount of $1,000 This amount represents a grant from the Wal -Mart Foundation to provide free
smoke detectors to citizens. No local funds required. See attached memo, p.22. — Approved
Under Consent Agenda.
11. Discussion is requested on the Revenue Recovery Program (Fee- For - Service). See
attached information, p. 23 -27. The committee recommends that the BOS Chairman appoint a
County representative to the Revenue Recovery Program Workgroup and the Board of
Supervisors. — Supervisor Collins Appointed as Board Liaison to Revenue Recovery
Workgroup.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board
approved appointing a Board of Supervisors' representative to the Revenue Recovery Program
Workgroup.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
Chairman Shickle advised that he intended to reestablish the Fire & Rescue Association
liaison, so that person would do double duty.
Supervisor Collins volunteered to be the liaison.
Chairman Shickle asked staff to work with Supervisor Collins to determine if the
Revenue Recovery Program was ready for a work session.
12. The Finance Committee Chairman requests discussion on the FY 2013 budget
preparation. See attached memo, p. 28. No action required.
** *Information Only * **
1. The Finance Director provides a Fund 10 Transfer report for FY12. See attached, p.
29 -31.
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2. The Finance Director provides an FY12 Unreserved Fund Balance report. See
attached, p. 32.
3. The Finance Director provides financial statements for the period ending October 31,
2011. See attached, p. 33 -45.
4. The Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum sends a letter of thanks for the county's
support. See attached letter, p. 46 -47.
5. The GIS Manager provides information, as requested by the committee, on GIS
website usage. See attached memo, p. 48 -49.
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED RECOMMENDED DEMOLITION OF OLD
GAINESBORO SCHOOL. THE OLD GAINESBORO SCHOOL LOCATED ON
ROUTE 522 NORTH IN THE GAINESBORO MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT HAS
BEEN VACANT SINCE THE 2006/2007 ACADEMIC YEAR WHEN IT LAST
HOUSED STUDENTS. IN 2007 THE BUILDINGS AND LAND COMPRISING
THE SCHOOL PROPERTY WERE DECLARED SURPLUS BY THE
FREDERIC COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD A ND SUBSEQUEN
TRANSFERRED TO FREDERICK COUNTY. DUE TO ESTIMATED COST OF
KNOWN REPAIRS TO THE FACILITY AND THE LACK OF A VIABLE USE
FOR THE STRUCTURE IT IS THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE
FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE THAT THE
BUILDINGS BE DEMOLISHED. PUBLIC COMMENTS WILL BE RECEIVED
ON THE RECOMMENDATION TO DEMOLISH THE BUILDING. —
APPROVE DEMOLITION OF BUILDING
Assistant County Administrator Kris C. Tierney appeared before the Board regarding this
item. He advised the county has struggled to find an acceptable use for the old Gainesboro
School since it was declared surplus by the Frederick County School Board. Due to the
deteriorated condition of the buildings, it was the recommendation of the Public Works
Committee that the buildings be razed. Assistant Administrator Tierney presented a brief slide
show which depicted the building conditions. He concluded by noting it would cost $135,000-
$180,000 to demolish the structures.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
There were no public comments.
Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor Collins, the Board
approved the Public Works Committee's recommendation to raze the buildings.
Supervisor Fisher noted the committee had looked at a variety of possible uses, but could
not come up with a solution for the buildings.
Chairman Shickle advised that he had been contacted by a number of citizens who have
ties to the school and would like to get a brick from it.
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There being no further discussion, the 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
OTHER PLANNING ITEMS
REZONING #01 -11 OF CARMEUSE NA — CLEARBROOK REZONING
SUBMITTED BY PATTON HARRIS RUST & ASSOCIATES AND THOMAS
MOORE LAWSON, ESQUIRE, TO REZONE 92 ACRES FROM RA (RURAL
AREAS) DISTRICT TO EM (EXTRACTIVE MANUFACTURING) DISTRICT,
WITH PROFFERS. THE PROPERTIES, WITH ADDRESSES OF 508 QUARRY
LANE, 3004 MARTINSBURG PIKE AND 3180 MARTINSBURG PIKE, ARE
LOCATED BETWEEN THE INTERSECTIONS OF ROUTE 11 WITH
BRUCETOWN ROAD (ROUTE 672) AND WALTERS MILL LANE (ROUTE
836), AND ARE IDENTIFIED BY PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
44 -A -83, 44- A -83A, AND 33 -A -144 (PORTION OF), IN THE STONEWALL
MAGISTERIAL DSITRICT. (POSTPONED AT BOARD MEETING OF
SEPTEMBER 14, 2011) - APPROVED
Supervisor DeHaven advised that he would abstain from consideration of this item due to
a conflict of interest.
Deputy Director of Planning Michael Ruddy appeared before the Board regarding this
item. He advised this was a request to rezone 92 acres from RA (Rural Areas) District to EM
(Extractive Manufacturing) District, with proffers. The Board postponed this item at its
September 14, 2011 meeting in order to give the applicant an opportunity to address issues and
concerns raised. No new modifications to the application have been provided by the Applicant.
He concluded by saying the final revision to the proffer statement, dated July 12, 2011, remains
the one under consideration as part of this application.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board approved
Rezoning #01 -11.
Vice - Chairman Ewing advised that he had safety concerns with the setback allowance.
He noted it was only 50 feet from Route 11 and was very close to an elementary school. He
went on to say that he would vote no on this request.
Supervisor Collins stated he had concerns regarding the homeowners on abutting
property because there were no protections for them when their property values were affected.
There being no further discussion, the Board approved the motion by the following
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recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
Bill M. Ewing
Nay
Christopher E. Collins
Nay
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Abstain
Gene E. Fisher
Aye
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
RELIANCE ROAD AREA PLAN — AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2030
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, APPENDIX I, TO INCLUDE A NEW AREA PLAN
FOR THE RELIANCE ROAD AREA OF THE COUNTY. THE AREA PLAN
INTRODUCES FUTURE COMMERCIAL AND TECHNOLOGY LAND USE
DESIGNATIONS TO AN AREA TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 311 ACRES.
THE AREA PLAN INCLUDES PROVISIONS FOR TRANSPORTATION
IMPROVEMENTS TO ACCOMMODATE THE LAND USE DESIGNATIONS.
AT THIS TIME THE AREA PLAN DOES NOT INCLUDE AN EXPANSION OF
THE SEWER AND WATER SERVICE AREA (SWSA). THE AREA IS
GENERALLY EAST OF 1 -81 AND THE TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN, ALONG
RELIANCE ROAD (POSTPONED AT BOARD MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 28,
2011.) — (RESOLUTION #027 -11) - APPROVED
Director of Planning and Development Eric Lawrence appeared before the Board
regarding this item. He advised the Board considered this item at its September 28, 2011
meeting. During that meeting, two issues were raised: abandonment of Huttle Road and the
transportation plan. The plan was referred back to the Steering Committee. The committee
tweaked the plan and noted the intent was to abandon Huttle Road. He went on to say the
committee reaffirmed the transportation plan as vital and it should stay with the plan. Director
Lawrence noted if the plan is adopted it would become part of the Comprehensive Plan.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
approved the Reliance Road Area Land Use Plan as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan.
WHEREAS, a resolution to adopt the Reliance Road Area Joint Land Use Plan was
considered; and
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee reviewed and discussed
the plan at their meeting on February 14, 2011; and
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Planning Commission held a public hearing and
reviewed and discussed the plan on September 27, 2011; and
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing and
reviewed and discussed the plan on September 28, 2011, and further discussed the plan on
December 14, 2011, and finds that it is in the public necessity, convenience, general welfare, and
good planning practice, to adopt the Reliance Road Area Land Use Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the Frederick County Board of
Supervisors supports and adopts the Reliance Road Area Land Use Plan as part of the 2030
Comprehensive Plan.
Supervisor Fisher stated there are significant issues with this plan that we are not
prepared to address, in particular water and sewer issues. He went on to say he could not support
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this amendment.
Supervisor Lofton responded that he understood Supervisor Fisher's concerns, but he did
not believe they should be answered at this point in the plan.
Vice - Chairman Ewing stated he did not support the boundary line adjustment at this
point. His support was strictly for the land use 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
Nay
Gary A. Lofton
Aye
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
DISCUSSION OF COMPREHENSIVE POLICY PLAN AMENDMENTS (CPPA)
#01 -11 OF TASKER ROAD — SENT FORWARD FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Deputy Director of Planning Michael Ruddy appeared before the Board regarding this
item. He advised this was the only Comprehensive Policy Plan Amendment received this year.
The property is located on Tasker Road. The proposal is seeking a change of land use from
institutional to residential. He noted there were transportation concerns associated with this
proposal. Deputy Director Ruddy went on to say the Comprehensive Plans and Programs
Committee recommended approval of this proposal. The Planning Commission discussed this
item at its December 7, 2011 meeting and there were no negative comments.
Supervisor Spicer noted the property had considerable slope, which would make it
inappropriate for retail /commercial development. He asked if the topography would be a
problem for residential development.
Supervisor Collins noted there were no changes or improvements shown to the property
entrance on Tasker Road.
Ron Mislowsky, Patton Harris Rust & Associates, appeared on behalf of the applicant.
He noted there would be improvements to the interchange at Rutherford Lane and Tasker Road.
Supervisor DeHaven wanted Mr. Matthew Smith's concerns, which were listed in the
staff report, acknowledged because there are issues that need work.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor Spicer, the Board approved
sending Comprehensive Policy Plan Amendment #01 -11 of Tasker Road forward for public
hearing.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
DISCUSSION OF DRAFT 2012 -2013 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN (CIP) —
SENT FORWARD FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Deputy Director of Planning Michael Ruddy appeared before the Board regarding this
item. He advised this was a discussion of the 2012 -2013 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP). He
noted the Planning Commission affirmed the CIP conforms to the Comprehensive Plan. Deputy
Director Ruddy went on to say there were 92 projects on the FY 2012 -2013 Plan.
Supervisor Fisher noted the light upgrade at the Clear Brook park baseball field should
probably not happen since the Carmeuse rezoning has been approved.
Supervisor Lofton noted the numbers in the plan show the total cost of the project, but
not the total cost to the county.
Upon a motion by Vice - Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board
forwarded the 2012 -2013 Capital Improvements Plan to public hearing.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENT — COMMERCIAL
TELECOMMUNICATION TOWERS (RESOLUTIONS #028 -11 AND #029 -11) —
SENT FORWARD FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Senior Planner Candice Perkins appeared before the Board regarding this item. She
noted these are proposed changes to the ordinance for the supplementary use regulations. The
primary changes are:
- Changes to the introductory language to include recognition of a 15.2- 2232(A) (Code
of Virginia) review in the ordinance.
- Addition of language that states there must be a need for a facility.
- Clarifying that co- location efforts should extend to buildings and structures generally
and not just existing telecommunication towers.
At the November 9, 2011 meeting, the Board of Supervisors expressed concern about the
notification of adjacent and surrounding properties. Since that time, staff prepared a map
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showing various existing towers with differing notification distances of 1,000, 2,000, 3,000, and
4,000 feet and the number of properties to be notified based on each distance. She went on to
say staff recommended notifying properties within 2,000 feet of a proposed telecommunication
tower. Senior Planner Perkins noted Frederick County had one of the lower application fees for
these types of applications. She went on to say, based on research, the application fee for towers
should be $7,000. She concluded by saying staff was seeking decisions /recommendations on the
following items:
1. A decision on whether the proposed ordinance amendment is ready to be sent forward
for public hearing.
2. A decision on the policy document stating the properties within 2,000 feet of a
proposed commercial telecommunication tower application will be notified.
3. A decision on the proposed fee schedule change.
Supervisor Spicer asked if an applicant would have to go through the conditional use
permit process if they want to put tower on an existing structure that was not the height of the
proposed tower.
Senior Planner Perkins responded that was correct.
Chairman Shickle suggested contacting existing companies that have poles because we
might find out something we did not know.
Supervisor Spicer asked if paragraph A 4 could be "tightened up ". He suggested
requiring the applicant to actually produce the certificate instead of "information
demonstrating... ".
Supervisor Fisher stated he would like to know the cost to the county for processing a
conditional use permit.
Vice - Chairman Ewing stated he wanted to make sure we recovered our costs instead of
using this as a way to generate revenue.
Supervisor Lofton suggested establishing a mailing cost along with an application fee.
Senior Planner Perkins responded that staff recommended am inclusive base fee.
Supervisor Lofton stated he would prefer to see us notify property owners within 3,000
feet of a proposed tower.
Supervisor Spicer noted he was sympathetic to Supervisor Lofton's concerns, but felt
spreading the net too widely might be sounding the death knell on telecommunication facilities
in Frederick County.
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Supervisor DeHaven stated the Board should make every effort to address concerns, but
he was not sure going beyond State Code requirements was appropriate. He concluded by saying
he was not opposed to where other members wanted to go.
Vice - Chairman Ewing stated he did not have a problem with 2,000 feet, as proposed by
staff.
Supervisor Fisher stated 2,000 feet was plenty, but felt we could go a little less. —
Supervisor Collins stated he thought it was fine using 2,000 as the base.
Supervisor Spicer was okay with 2,000 feet.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Spicer, the Board
approved the notification policy and sent proposed ordinance forward for public hearing with
modifications to clarify language surrounding existing structures and requiring the applicant to
produce the FCC certificate. No action was taken on the proposed fee schedule.
Resolution
Directing the Planning Commission to Hold a Public Hearing
Regarding Chapter 165, Zoning
Article II- Supplementary Use Regulations, Parking, Buffers,
and Regulations for Specific Uses
Part 204 - Additional Regulations for Specific Uses
165- 204.19 - Telecommunication Facilities, Commercial
(Resolution #028 -11)
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Planning Department has been directed to prepare
modifications to Chapter 165, Zoning, to revise telecommunication facilities, commercial,
requirements contained within the Zoning Ordinance.
WHEREAS, The Development Review and Regulations Committee (DRRC) recommended
approval of this amendment on September 22, 2011; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission discussed the draft ordinance on October 19, 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 revise
telecommunication facilities, commercial, requirements contained within the Zoning Ordinance.
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
changes to Chapter 165 Zoning, Article II Supplementary Use Regulations, Parking, Buffers,
and Regulations for Specific Uses, Part 204 Additional Regulations for Specific Uses, 165-
204.19 Telecommunication Facilities, Commercial.
Passed this 14` day of December, 2011.
Resolution
Adjoiner and Surrounding Property Notification Policy For Commercial
Telecommunication Tower Conditional Use Permit Applications
(Resolution #029 -11)
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WHEREAS, on November 9, 2011 the Frederick County Board of Supervisors directed
staff to draft a policy for the notification of adjoining properties and properties that surround
proposed new commercial telecommunication facilities; and
WHEREAS, on December 14, 2011 the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
discussed a new policy for the notification of adjoining properties and properties that surround
proposed new commercial telecommunication facilities; and
WHEREAS, it is the intention of the Frederick County Board of Supervisors to ensure
that all property owners that may potentially be most impacted by the construction of any new
commercial telecommunication tower be adequately notified of all conditional use permit (CUP)
public hearing dates. The purpose of this policy is to outline the public notification requirements
for all adjoining and surrounding properties for submitted CUP applications; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Frederick County Board of
Supervisors that the notification policy for new commercial telecommunication tower
conditional use permit applications shall be as follows:
All properties that meet the following criteria shall receive an adjoining and /or surrounding
property notification for proposed new commercial telecommunication facilities:
1. All properties that directly adjoin and /or are located across any public or private road
right of way.
2. All properties that are within 2,000 feet of the boundary of a property that has
submitted a CUP application for a commercial telecommunication tower.
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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
DISCUSSION OF LOW IMPACT DESIGN AND REL DESIGN
ORDINANCE REVISIONS. PROPOSED REVISIONS TO THE ZONING AND
SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE TO ALLOW FOR LOW IMPACT DESIGN AND
AN INCREASE IN THE MAXIMUM CUL =DE -SAC LENGTH. (RESOLUTION
#030 -11) — SENT FORWARD FOR PUBLIC HEARING W ITH BOARD'S
CONCERNS TO BE ADDRESSED
Senior Planner Candice Perkins appeared before the Board regarding this item. She
advised staff received a request to revise the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances to allow for
alternative designs to implement low impact design techniques in residential development. She
went on to say the request seeks flexible private road standards in an effort to minimize
impervious surfaces, which would enable improvements to stormwater runoff quantity and
quality. The proposed revisions would include:
- 4 165- 202.03. Motor vehicle access. Revision to provide the Zoning Administrator
with the ability to waive the curb and gutter requirement for private roads when low
impact design is proposed. The proposed curb and gutter elimination would also need
approval from the Director of Public Works.
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4 144.17. Streets. Revision to the street layout requirement for the continuation of
planned, existing or platted streets on adjoining parcels. This revision would
eliminate the need to continue a road when such continuation would result in an
adverse impact on exiting patterns and access.
- 4 144.18 Sidewalks and pedestrian walkways. Revision to the sidewalk requirement
to add "sidewalks" in addition to walkways and add the Director of Public Works and
the Building Official as reviewing parties to the allowance of alternative materials for
sidewalks and walkways.
- 4 144.24. Lot requirements. Revisions to allow individual lots on private roads to be
up to 1,000 feet from a state maintained road and allowance for the Planning
Commission to allow lots to be up to 1,200 from the state maintained road.
She went on to say this item was discussed at a joint work session with the Board of Supervisors,
Planning Commission, and Public Works Committee. During the work session concerns were
expressed about the complete removal of curb and gutter and the potential for going back to
roadside ditches. There were no other concerns expressed at the work session and it was the
consensus of the Board to bring this item forward for more discussion.
Chairman Shickle asked if there had been any changes or amendments to what was
presented during the work session.
Senior Planner Perkins responded no.
Supervisor Spicer suggested adding the caveat "to accommodate low impact design" to
Section 144.18. He noted this could also be applied to the cul -de -sac length waiver.
Chairman Shickle stated his problem with this proposal is that it appears rather than the
changes standing on their own the applicant is getting something for doing it. He went on to ask
if these amendments should include anticipation of the developer providing data for stormwater
management.
Director Lawrence noted the applicant would be permitted to do alternative materials if
the county engineer was satisfied the proposal would create better stormwater management.
Supervisor DeHaven stated he still had a little concern that the director of public works
would be willing to consider this alternative design if he gets access to the data. He went on to
say this looks like we are going to regulate someone to do something and spend money in order
to see who's right at the end of the day.
Supervisor Lofton asked if there was a definition of low impact design.
Director Lawrence responded EPA was leading the effort. He went on to say there are
descriptions that Public Works uses.
Administrator Riley advised we are about to have a mandate regarding stormwater
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management thrust on the county and this is an opportunity to get a head of it. He went on to say
we do not know if this is the best design, but this is an opportunity to see if this is something that
could be successful. He concluded by saying the Board could always repeal the ordinance if it is
found to be detrimental.
Vice - Chairman Ewing stated he was comfortable with trying this because we are not
allowing the developer to do less than required by the ordinance.
Administrator Riley advised the proposed amendments would do away with concrete
curb and gutter and would allow different materials to be used.
Chairman Shickle expressed concern about a waiver being approved for a rezoning
project, but the rezoning being denied.
Supervisor Fisher stated the stormwater management requirements are something the
Board needs to be about because the regulations are coming down. He went on to say curb and
gutter are horrendous for stormwater management.
Chairman Shickle asked if at any point these waivers would come to the Board of
Supervisors.
Administrator Riley asked if the proposed low impact design projects would require a
master development plan.
Director Lawrence responded yes and the Board would have the opportunity to see it.
Supervisor Fisher stated the process as proposed would have Public Works approve the
design and then have the Planning Commission review the plan and grant the appropriate
waivers. He went on to say there needs to be more specificity regarding alternative sidewalks
before an applicant gets a waiver.
Supervisor DeHaven stated we are going to have to find a way to improve stormwater
management issues. He went on to say he was okay going down this path. He concluded by
saying this was a unique opportunity to work with the developer regarding stormwater testing,
etc.
Chairman Shickle advised he did not believe waivers should be approved until the Board
has seen the original master development plan. He stressed that any waivers should come after
the Board has seen the initial master development plant and the Board should be made aware of
any waivers being sought.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Lofton, the Board sent
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the proposed revisions forward for public hearing with the Board's concerns to be addressed.
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Planning Department has been directed to prepare
revisions to Chapter 165, Zoning and Chapter 144, Subdivision of Land to allow for alternative
designs to implement low impact design techniques in residential development and to increase
the cul -de -sac length requirement.
WHEREAS, the Development Review and Regulations Committee (DRRC)
recommended approval of this amendment on October 27, 2011; and
WHEREAS, the amendments were discussed at a joint work session with the Board of
Supervisors, Planning Commission and Public Works Committee on December 7, 2011; 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 amendments to Chapter 165, Zoning and
Chapter 144, Subdivision of Land, to allow for alternative designs to implement low impact
design techniques in residential development and to increase the cul -de -sac length requirement.
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 changes to CHAPTER 165, ZONING, ARTICLE II — SUPPLEMENTARY USE
REGULATIONS, PARKING, BUFFERS, AND REGULATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES,
PART 202 — OFF - STREET PARKING, LOADING, AND ACCESS, 165- 202.03 MOTOR
VEHICLE ACCESS; AND CHAPTER 144, SUBDIVISION OF LAND, ARTICLE V
DESIGN STANDARDS, 144.17 STREETS, 144.18 SIDEWALKS AND PEDESTRIAN
WALKWAYS AND 144.24 LOT REQUIREMENTS
Passed this 14`" day of December, 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
Ross P. Spicer
Aye
ROAD RESOLUTIONS
a. STEEPLE CHASE SUBDIVISION ROAD RESOLUTION (RESOLUTION
#031 -11) — APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Form AM -4.3, fully incorporated
herein by reference, are shown on plats recorded 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 easement for cuts, fills, and drainage; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to
the Resident Engineer for the Virginia Department of Transportation.
b. KENDALL MILLS ROAD RESOLUTION (RESO LUTION #032 -11) —
APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Form AM -4.3, fully incorporated
herein by reference, are shown on plats recorded 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 easement 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.
C. MAR ANTO MANOR DRIVE ROAD RESOLUTION (RES OLUTION #033 -11)
— APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Form AM -4.3, fully incorporated
herein by reference, are shown on plats recorded 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 easement 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.
d. THE GUARDS SECTION III /aka MUSKET RIDGE ROAD RESOLUTION
(RESOLUTION #034 -11) — APPROVED UNDER CONSEN AGEN
WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Form AM -4.3, fully incorporated
herein by reference, are shown on plats recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of
Frederick County; and
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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 easement 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.
e. THE ESTATES AT WHITACRE FARM ROAD RESOLUTION
(RESOLUTION #035 -11) – APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Form AM -4.3, fully incorporated
herein by reference, are shown on plats recorded 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
WHEREAS, this Board assumes total responsibility for all cost and expense incurred to
correct faulty workmanship or materials identified by VDOT and associated with the
construction of one or more of the roads and /or related drainage facilities described on the
attached AM -4.3 form for a period of one calendar year after the date of the legal acceptance of
the referenced roads into the secondary system of state highways.
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 easement 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.
BOARD LIAISON REPORTS
Supervisor Fisher reported the airport should get back in operation this week if the
weather cooperates.
CITIZENS COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments.
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
Supervisor Lofton stated Rhoda Kriz and others have been a driving force behind the
Extension Leadership Council and he would like to thank her for her service to the council. He
asked Administrator Riley to draft something for her.
Vice - Chairman Ewing wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
UPON A MOTION BY VICE - CHAIRMAN EWING, SECONDED BY
SUPERVISOR FISHER, THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME
BEFORE THIS BOARD, THIS MEETING IS HEREBY ADJOURNED. (9:42 P.M.)
Richard C. Shickle
Chairman, Board of Supervisors
Jo4n h. Rile , Jr.
C'l'erk, Board of Supervisors
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Jay E. i s
Deputy Clerk, Board of Supervisors
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