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A Regular Meeting of the Frederick County Board of Supervisors was held on Wednesday,
October 26, 2005, at 6:30 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 Gary W. Dove; Bill M. Ewing; Gene E.
Fisher; Gina A. Forrester; Lynda 1. Tyler; and Barbara E. Van Osten.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Shickle called the meeting to order.
BOARD RETIRED INTO CLOSED SESSION
Upon a motion by Vice-Chairman Dove, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board
convened in Closed Session pursuant to Code a/Virginia, 1950, as Amended, Section 2.2-3711 A
(7) to discuss legal issues.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Gary W. Dove
Bill M. Ewing
Gene E. Fisher
Gina A. Forrester
Lynda J. Tyler
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent for vote
BOARD RECONVENED INTO REGULAR SESSION
Upon a motion by Vice-Chairman Dove, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board came
out of closed session and reconvened in Regular Session.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
Upon a motion by Vice-Chairman Dove, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board
certified that to the best of each board member's knowledge only Virginia Code Section 2.2-3711
A (7) legal issues were discussed.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
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Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda 1. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
CALL TO ORDER
Chaimlan Shickle called the regular meeting to order.
INVOCATION
In the absence of a minister, Vice-Chairman Dove delivered the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice-Chairman Dove led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA - APPROVED AS AMENDED
County Administrator John R. Riley, Jr. advised he had one change to the agenda. Master
Development Plan - Winchester Regional Airport; Tab 0, was pulled at the request of the Airport.
This item will be rescheduled for the November 9,2005 Board meeting.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Osten, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board
approved the agenda as presented.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVED
Administrator Riley offered the following tabs for the Board's consideration under the
consent agenda:
Memorandum Re: Request for Road Name Change - Tab F;
Parks and Recreation Commission Report - Tab J;
Road Resolution - Red Fox Run, Section II - Tab P.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Forrester, seconded by Supervisor Tyler, the Board approved
the Consent Agenda as presented.
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The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten 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 Tyler, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board approved
the minutes from the October 12,2005 Regular Meeting.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Osten, seconded by Supervisor Ewing, the Board
approved the minutes from the October 18,2005 Worksession.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
COUNTY OFFICIALS
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
APPOINTMENT OF JAMES STILLWELL TO SERVE AS STONEWALL
DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION -
POSTPONED UNTIL NOVEMBER 9. 2005 MEETING
Supervisor Tyler moved to appoint James Stillwell to serve as Stonewall District
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representative on the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Supervisor Forrester.
Vice-Chairman Dove stated that he would like to postpone this appointment so he could have
more time to research the candidate.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Dove, seconded by Supervisor Ewing, the Board postponed
the appointment of the Stonewall District representative to the Planning Commission until the
November 9, 2005 meeting.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Nay
Lynda J. Tyler Nay
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
APPOINTMENT OF ROBERT GROGG TO SERVE AS FREDERICK COUNTY
REPRESENTATIVE ON THE HANDLEY REGIONAL LIBRARY BOARD -
APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Forrester, seconded by Vice-Chairman Dove, the Board
appointed Robert Grogg to serve as Frederick County representative on the Handley Regional
Library Board. This is a four year term, said term to expire November 30,2009.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda 1. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
REAPPOINTMENT OF ROBERT B. PERRY TO SERVE AS STONEWALL
DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVE ON THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS -
APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Tyler, seconded by Supervisor Dove, the Board approved the
nomination for reappointment of Robert B. Perry to serve as Stonewall District representative on
the Board of Zoning Appeals. This is a five year term, said term to expire December 31,2010.
(This nomination is forwarded to the Judge ofthe Circuit Court for final approval).
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Gary W. Dove
Aye
Aye
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Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
RESOLUTION (#025-05) REOUESTlNG FREDERICK COUNTY BE DECLARED
AS DROUGHT DISASTER COUNTY - APPROVED
Administrator Riley stated that, based upon the extremely dry summer, Cynthia Marston,
Extension Agent, recommends the Board declare an agriculture emergency by adopting this
resolution. Once the resolution is approved, staff will forward it to the Governor's Office for action.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Osten, seconded by Vice-Chairman Dove, the Board
approved the Resolution Requesting Frederick County be Declared a Drought Disaster County.
WHEREAS, the extended drought conditions in the County of Frederick have severely
affected farmers; and
WHEREAS, during the 2005 growing season, the County of Frederick has received
considerably less rain than normal while experiencing unseasonably high temperatures; and
WHEREAS, estimated losses of pasture agricultural crops are greater than 30% and losses
for individual crops range from 15% to 30% for crops such as small grains, hay, alfalfa, and apples;
and
WHEREAS, Frederick County farmers need federal assistance in responding to their losses
as the result of extreme dry weather.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
that the County Administrator is hereby directed to submit to Governor Mark Warner a request for
assistance in obtaining federal disaster designation for Frederick County, which will make available
federal assistance to Frederick County farmers, who have experienced crop damage and losses due
to the excessive heat and on-going drought.
ADOPTED this 26th day of October, 2005.
The above resolution was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
RESOLUTION (#026-05) CONSENTING TO PHASE II ANNEXATION BY
ORDINANCE REOUEST BY THE TOWN OF STEPHENS CITY - APPROVED
Administrator Riley informed the Board that the County has received notice from the Town
of Stephens City stating their intent to annex into the town limits approximately 99-981 acres owned
by Village Stephens City, L.L.C.located in the phase II annexation area. Legal counsel has reviewed
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this request and Attorney Clay Athey's analysis of the process and believes the request complies
with the intent ofthe Voluntary Settlement Agreement and also concurs with Mr. Athey's analysis.
He concluded by saying that the Board is being asked to adopt a Resolution Consenting to Phase II
Annexation by Ordinance Request by the Town of Stephens City.
Chairman Shickle informed Mr. Athey that the letter from Mayor Ewing referenced as
Exhibit 4 in the Consent Resolution was not in the packet. He went on to say that it would have
been nice if the Town had followed what had been stated in the resolution.
Mr. Athey apologized and stated that he would deliver Chairman Shickle's message to the
Town.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Van Osten, the Board
approved the Resolution Consenting to Phase II Annexation by Ordinance Request by the Town of
Stephens City.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Voluntary Settlement Agreement, hereinafter, the "Annexation
Agreement" between the County of Frederick, hereinafter the "County" and the Town of Stephens
City, hereinafter, the "Town", dated March 24, 2004, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
hereinafter the "Board" granted the Stephens City Town Council, hereinafter, the "Town Council"
the right to a phased annexation of approximately 350 acres ofland south of the current corporate
limits of the Town of Stephens City, hereinafter, the "Phase II Annexation Area"; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 4.3 of the Annexation Agreement, prior to the Town
Council voting to adopt an ordinance to annex any tax parcels currently within the Phase II
Annexation Area, the Town Council, under Section 4.3 (B) of the Annexation Agreement, must
provide a Notice of Annexation to the County thereby declaring the Town's intent to annex any tax
parcel within the Phase II Annexation Area; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 4.3 (C) of the Annexation Agreement the Town is
permitted to annex tax parcels where the owner of the tax parcels in question actually represent in
writing to be anncxed into the Town and the parcels are contiguous to the current Town boundary
at the time of the written request; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 4.5 (B) of the Annexation Agreement, the Town must
include in any Notice of Annexation they send to the County: (1) a metes and bounds description
ofthe tax parcels within the Phase II Annexation Area to be annexed by the Town, (2) a Plat ofthe
tax parcels within the Phase II Annexation Area to be annexed by the Town, and (3) a written
statement of the Town's basis for annexing the parcels, including references to the specific
subsections of the Annexation Agreement the permit the annexation of the specific tax parcels by
ordinance; and
WHEREAS, following receipt by the County of the Town's Notice of Annexation of
specific parcels in the Phase II Annexation Area, the Board of Supervisors has a sixty (60) day
notice period to consent to the proposed annexation ofthe tax parcels within the Phase II Annexation
Area because the annexation is permitted under the terms of the Annexation Agreement; and
WHEREAS, following receipt by the County of the Town's Notice of Annexation of
specific parcels in the Phase II Annexation Area, the Board of Supervisors has a sixty (60) day
notice period to consent to the proposed annexation ofthe tax parcels within the Phase n Annexation
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Area because the annexation is permitted under the terms of the Annexation Agreement; and
WHEREAS, as the terms of the Annexation Agreement relate to this particular annexation
request by the Town, the Village at Stephens City L.L.C. has requested, by letter dated August 2,
2005, that the Town annex its property into the Town; and
WHEREAS, during its September 6, 2005 meeting the Town of Stephens City adopted a
Resolution of Intent to Adopt an Ordinance of Annexation of the four tax parcels totaling
approximately 99.981 acres owned by the Village Stephens City L.L.C.; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 4.3 (C) ofthe Annexation Agreement, the Lands of the
Village at Stephens City to be annexed into the Town is wholly within the Phase II Annexation Area
and the land also adjoins the current southern corporate limits of the Town of Stephens City; and
WHEREAS, during the same September 6, 2005 meeting, the Town of Stephens City
authorized its Mayor to provide to the County, pursuant to Section 4.5 (B) of the Annexation
Agreement, aN otice of Annexation in the form of a Resolution ofIntent to Adopt the Ordinance 0
Annexation along with four exhibits required to be forwarded to the County under Section 4.5 (B)
of the Annexation Agreement including:
I. A letter dated August 2, 2005 from Village at Stephens City L.L.C., by counsel, Clifford L.
Athey, If., Esquire to Michael K. Kehoe, Town Administrator for the Town of Stephens City
requesting that the Town annex the lands of the Village at Stephens City L.L.c., in part
because the land is wholly within the Phase II Annexation Area and is contiguous with the
current Town Boundary.
2. A Plat of the Lands of Village at Stephens City to be Annexed into the Town of Stephens
City prepared by Randy L. Stowers, C.L.S. of Montgomery Engineering Group Inc.
3. A metes and bounds description of Tax Map parcels 85-A-53, 85-A-53(A), 85-2-B, and 85-
2-C totaling 99.981 acres (The Lands ofthe Village at Stephens City L.L.C.) which is to be
annexed into the Town of Stephens City by ordinance.
4. A letter from Mayor Ray Ewing to Chairman Richard Shickle and Members of Frederick
County Board of Supervisors stating the Town of Stephens City's Basis for the Phase II
Annexation of the Lands of the Village at Stephens City pursuant to the Annexation
Agreement between the Town of Stephens City and Frederick County as required by the
Annexation Agreement. The letter lists twelve separate subsections under the Agreement
which permit Stephens City's requested annexation of the Lands of Village at Stephens City
by ordinance; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Resolution adopted by the Town Council at its September 6,
2005 meeting, the Town intends to authorize an advertisement for a Public Hearing at its December
2005 meeting in order to consider adoption of the annexation ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Resolution also request that the County notify the Town on or before
November 25, 2005 (60 day notice period) that it consents to the annexation because the County
agrees that it is permitted under the terms ofthe Annexation Agreement or in the event the County
objects to the annexation, the Town requests that the County state in writing why it feels that the
annexation is not permitted under the terms of the Annexation Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of
Frederick, in a meeting held on the 26th day of October, 2005;
1. The Board of Supervisors ofthe County of Frederick, by this Resolution, pursuant to Section
4.5 (C) of the Voluntary Settlement Agreement Between the Town of Stephens City and
Frederick County gives notice to the Town of Stephens City that it does not object to the
proposed annexation ofthe lands ofthe Village at Stephens City because it is the opinion of
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a majority of the Board of Supervisors that the proposed annexation is in compliance with
the Agreement.
2. The Board of Supervisors ofthe County of Frederick authorizes and directs its Chairman to
execute this resolution on behalf ofthe Board and further that he communicate to the Town
of Stephens City the Board's consent to the Phase II Annexation by the Town of Stephens
City of the lands of the Village at Stephens City.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
MEMORANDUM FROM ASSISTANT COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RE: LEASE
RENEWAL FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HISTORIC RESOURCES (POSTPONED
FROM OCTOBER 12. 2005 MEETING) - APPROVED
Assistant County Administrator Kris Tierney advised that the Department of Historic
Resources' lease for office space was up for renewal. This lease renews each year, provided there
are no changes proposed. It is being presented to the Board for consideration of a one year renewal.
Administrator Riley advised that staff recommends the Board authorize renewal for a period
of one year and authorize the County Administrator to give the department 60 days notice, if the
space is needed.
Upon a motion by Vice-Chairman Dove, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board
approved renewal of the lease for one year, with the same terms; however, if the space is needed,
then the County Administrator is authorized to give the department 60 days notice.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda 1. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
MEMORANDUM RE: REOUEST FOR ROAD NAME CHANGE - APPROVED
UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
The Board received a request from the GIS Director to change the name of Branch Banking
Drive to Security Drive.
This item was approved under consent agenda.
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MEMORANDUM FROM COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE RE: REOUEST
FOR EXONERATION - APPROVED
Administrator Riley advised that the Board received a request from the Commissioner of the
Revenue to authorize the Treasurer to refund $5,645.59 in Public Service Corporation tax to Triton
PCS License Co., Inc. There is no net revenue loss from this transaction.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board approved
the refund by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
PRESENTATION BY SHENAIR RE: OZONE EARLY ACTION PLAN
Chelsea Jenkins, Coordinator for Valley Air Now, appeared before the Board to review the
Air Quality Outreach Program. She stated that, as a result of being designated as a non-attainment
area by the EP A, Frederick County and Winchester entered into an Early Action Plan in order to
comply with requirements. She stated that if all Phase I measures are met then Phase II measures
do not have to be implemented. She stated that in 2006 they would be focusing on energy
conservation and maintaining business contacts.
Supervisor Van Osten complimented Ms. Jenkins and SHENAIR on ajob well done.
CORRESPONDENCE FROM SUPERINTENDENT OF FREDERICK COUNTY
SCHOOLS RE: REQUEST TO PROCEED WITH THE REPLACEMENT OF
GAINESBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - APPROVED PUBLIC HEARING AND
ADOPTED OFFICIAL APPROPRIATION PROCESS
Administrator Riley advised that the school board is requesting a supplemental appropriation
in the amount of $1,000,000 in the school construction fund for the commencement of the
architectural design, engineering, and site testing of a replacement school for the current Gainesboro
Elementary School. The Board is being requested to advertise a public hearing and formal action
on this appropriation and an accompanying reimbursement resolution.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board approved
the advertisement of the public hearing.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Aye
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Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrcster Ayc
Lynda 1. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
Chairman Shickle asked the Board to adopt the official appropriation process that was
approved by the School Board at its October 18,2005 meeting.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Osten, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board
approved the following approval/appropriation process:
Step One: Project Identification
I. Nccd is identificd.
2. Preparation of scope of project and initial cost estimate - funded with facility planning
dollars in the School Operating Fund.
3. Introduce project to the School Board with recommendation to place the project on the
Capital Improvement Plan.
Step Two: Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
The CIP is recognition and justification of the need for a project.
I. School Board approves the project for placement on the school CIP.
2. Project is placed on the County Planning Commission documents.
3. Board of Supervisors reviews and approves the County CIP.
Step Three: Project Approval
1. Board of Supervisors' approval and appropriation of architectural & engineering and
land funds and approval of a reimbursement resolution applicable to VPSA bond
funding.
2. Bidding of project and acquisition ofland.
NOTE: Land acquisition through purchase, proffers, or donation can take place any time up
to the design and engineering phase. However, it is difficult to prepare preliminary scoping
estimates without a defined land site.
Step Four: Appropriation
1. Board of Supervisors appropriate funds for construction and remainder of project costs.
NOTE: Appropriation can be requested at the time of the budget cycle OR can be requested
when the School Board is ready to begin a project - outside of the budget cycle.
Step Five: Financing
I. Borrowing to fulfill cash flow needs for six months.
Other:
I. Project-specific approvals include approval by School Board of the plans and
specifications for the bid document.
2. Award ofthe bid for construction. This may require an adjustment in appropriation by
the Board of Supervisors.
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3. School Board authorizes construction cost and issues purchase order.
NOTE: Presentations regarding the project can occur at various points throughout the
process or upon request of either body.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
COMMITTEE REPORTS
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REPORT - APPROVED UNDER
CONSENT AGENDA
The Parks and Recreation Commission met on October 18,2005. Members present were:
P. W. Hillyard, III, Charles Sandy, Robert Hartman, Victoria Keelon, Ronald Madagan, Jeff Butler,
Larry Sullivan, Cheryl Swartz.
Items Requirin~ Board of Supervisors Action:
1. None.
Submitted for Board Information Only:
1. Co-sponsored Group Requests - Mr. Sandy moved that the Commission accept
applications for co-sponsorship from five organizations, with Blue Ridge Youth Soccer
Association's co-sponsorship contingent upon deleting two items from their travel policy
manual which states (1) a player's hair must be a certain length and (2) that any player on
the BRYSA travel team cannot participate in another strenuous sport, second by Mrs.
Keelon, carried unanimously (8-0).
2. Policy Revisions - Mr. Sandy moved to accept revisions to the Department's Field Closure
and Cancellation Policy, second by Mr. Hartman, carried unanimously (8-0).
Standin2: Committee Reports:
1. Fees and Charl!es Committee - The Committee recommends the Commission accept the
proposed facility and program fees for FY 2006-2007, second by Mr. Sullivan, carried
unanimously (8-0).
2. Buildin2s and Grounds Committee - The Committee recommends that staff meet with
Frederick County Public Schools staff to discuss inclusion of indoor recreational facilities
at the new Gainesboro Elementary School, similar to the 11 th elementary school. Committee
also recommends staff discuss the concept of a community library with the Handley
Regional Library for inclusion in the Gainesboro Elementary School, second by Mr. Sandy,
carried unanimously (8-0).
3. Aauatic Facility Committee - Mr. Hillyard reported the County has received written
notification from the City of Winchester that they be considered for partnership with the
County on this project if a site within proximity of the city is selected.
Mr. Sandy moved that the staff meet with city officials to determine site selection criteria before
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proceeding to the detailed phase ofthe project, second by Mrs. Swartz, carried unanimously (8-0).
This report was approved under the consent agenda.
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING #15-05 OF LEON LARGENT ESTATE.
SUBMITTED BY TRIAD ENGINEERING. INC. TO REZONE 30.01 ACRES FROM
RA (RURAL AREAS) DISTRICT TO Ml (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL) DISTRICT WITH
PROFFERS. THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED OFF AIRPORT ROAD (ROUTE 645).
APPROXIMATELY 1.2 MILES FROM THE INTERSECTION OF AIRPORT ROAD
AND FRONT ROYAL PIKE (ROUTE 522). DIRECTLY SOUTHEAST OF THE
AIRPORT PROPERTY. AND IS IDENTIFIED BY PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER 64-5-1. IN THE SHAWNEE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT. - APPROVED
Deputy Planning Director Mike Ruddy appeared before the Board regarding this application.
He advised that this was a proposal to rezone 30.01 acres from RA (Rural Areas) District to Ml
(Light Industrial) District with proffers. The property is located off of Airport Road in the Shawnee
Magisterial District. The rezoning conforms to the Comprehensive Plan and Route 50 East Corridor
Land Use Plan. The existing road infrastructure is in good shape and can accommodate this
rezoning. The applicant has proffered $20,000 for signalization construction and road improvements
in the vicinity ofthe project, as well as a monetary contribution in the amount of$0.015 per building
square foot for Fire and Rescue Services. The Planning Commission recommended approval ofthe
application and suggested that the applicant utilize low impact best management practices on the site
as well as reconsider the amount of the contribution to Fire and Rescue Services as the amount
shown seemed to be low for a one-time payment.
Supervisor Forrester asked if the two suggestions had been addressed.
Deputy Director Ruddy responded no, the application has not changed and the proffers have
not been modified.
Denny Dunlap, Triad Engineering, appeared before the Board on behalf of the applicant.
He stated that this rezoning application made sense and that it brings the property into conformance
with the Comprehensive Plan and Airport Support Plan. He concluded by asking the Board to
approve this request.
Supervisor Forrester asked if the applicant was willing to utilize low intensity development
and best management practices.
Mr. Dunlap responded that the applicant was anticipating using best management practices
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and they would try to utilize low intensity storm water management practices. Steep slopes on the
property would be avoided and the applicant was working with the Valley Conservation Council on
preserving Buffalo Lick Run. He concluded by saying that the Fire and Rescue contribution is
comparable to those proffered in other rezonings.
Supervisor Fisher questioned access to the property, as the applicant presently has a 12 foot
access area granted by VDOT, but does not have an easement. He went on to say that it seemed like
there were a lot of if s regarding this issue.
Deputy Director Ruddy advised that the Freedom Manor rezoning was somewhat similar in
nature in that the applicant did not have an easement, but proffered their commitment to obtain one
as well as proffered that all road infrastructure would be installed prior to building.
Director Lawrence stated that the Board was hearing the rezoning this evening, but when the
property is developed and the applicant returns with a master development plan, then they must
acquire the necessary right-of-way.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
There were no public comments.
Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Supervisor Fisher stated that he was going to rely on the language in paragraph C of the
transportation proffer regarding access to the property to satisfy his concerns.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Vice-Chairman Dove, the Board approved
rezoning #15-05.
WHEREAS, Rezoning #15-05 ofthe Leon Largent Estate, was submitted to rezone 30.0 I
acres from RA (Rural Areas) District to Ml (Light Industrial) District for warehouse use. The
property is located off Airport Road (Route 645), approximately 1.2 miles from the intersection of
Airport Road and Front Royal Pike (Route 522), directly southeast of the Airport property, and is
identified by Property Identification Number (PIN) 64-5-1.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on this rezoning on October
5,2005; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on this rezoning on October 26,
2005; and
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors finds the approval of this rezoning
to be in the best interest of the public health, safety, welfare, and in conformance with the
Comprehensive Policy Plan;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
that Chapter 165 of the Frederick County Code, Zoning, is amended to revise the Zoning District
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Map to change 30.01 acres from RA (Rural Areas) District to Ml (Light Industrial) District for
warehouse use, as described by the application and plat submitted, subject to the attached conditions
voluntarily proffered in writing by the applicant and property owner.
This ordinance shall be in effect upon the date of adoption.
Thc above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda 1. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
OTHER PLANNING ITEMS
WAIVER AND SUBDIVISION APPROVAL REOUEST FOR ANTHONY COOK
AND SUBDIVISION #17-05 OF MEADOWFIELD - APPROVED
Zoning and Subdivision Administrator Mark Cheran appeared before the Board regarding
this application. He advised that this was a request to subdivide 1.717 acres into five single family
lots. The property is located on Meadowbrook Drive in the Opequon District. It is currently zoned
RP (Residential Performance) District and the current land use if vacant. There were no adverse
agency comments. The applicant is seeking a waiver ofthe following requirements: street frontage,
curb and gutter, sidewalks, and street lights, as the adjoining properties do not have these
improvements. The Planning Commission granted a waiver of the open space requirements,
recommended approval of the other waiver requests, and recommended that staff be granted
administrative authority to approve this subdivision.
Supervisor Ewing asked if the requested waivers conform to the existing neighborhood.
Zoning Administrator Cheran responded yes.
Gary Oates, GreyWolfe, Inc., appeared before the Board on behalf of the applicant. He
advised that the application had been submitted to all review agencies and changes have been made
per comments received from the Public Works Department.
Supervisor Ewing asked, if this project created drainage problems on adjoining properties,
is the applicant liable.
Mr. Oates responded yes.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board granted
a waiver of the street frontage, curb and gutter, sidewalks, and street light requirements.
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The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda 1. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
Upon a motion by Supervisor Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board granted
staff authority to administratively approve Subdivision #17-05.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda 1. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
LAND USE PLAN DISCUSSION - COMPREHENSIVE POLICY PLAN
AMENDMENT (CPP A) - ARCADIA/ROUTE 50 EAST CORRIDOR - DENIED
Senior Planner Susan Eddy appeared before the Board regarding this item. She advised that
this was a request from Arcadia Route 50 for a Comprehensive Policy Plan Amendment for a 59
acre parcel located on Millwood Pike in the Shawnee Magisterial District. The property is currently
zoned B-2 (Business General) District and is located in the sewer and water service area. The parcel
is also located within the Route 50 East Corridor Land Use Plan, which designates the entire parcel
for business use. The applicant is requesting an expansion of the urban development area to include
this parcel and a change in the Route 50 East Corridor Land Use Plan to change the parcel's
designation from business to mixed use. The proposed change would allow residential uses subject
to the property being rezoned. The applicant offered land for a possible aquatics facility; however,
this facility and business uses are currently permitted in the B-2 District, but residential uses are not.
The request is to reduce the amount of commercial land in order to allow residential development.
The Comprehensive Plans and Programs Subcommittee had several concerns, including the
proposed loss ofland along the business corridor and residential development adjacent to industrial
development. The CPPS recommended denial of this application. The Planning Commission
recommended denial of this request as well.
Evan Wyatt, Greenway Engineering, appeared before the Board on behalf of Arcadia
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Development and this application. He stated that the applicant views Route 50 as a commuter
corridor and proposed high end town houses as a good use for this site. He went on to say that he
had talked to the Parks and Recreation Department about a possible site for the proposed aquatics
facility. The site design is in keeping with the arterial design plan and the applicant was seeking to
amend the Route 50 East Corridor Land Use Plan, expand the urban development area, and change
the proposed land use designation to mixed use.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board denied
CPPA #07-05.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda J. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
Supervisor Fisher requested that staff consider waiving the application fee for this project
and bring their recommendation back to the Board for final consideration at a subsequent meeting.
Supervisor Van Osten stated that she would like to make this review broader to include any
application that gets denied prior to going through the entire process.
Vice-Chairman Dove stated that the fee should be refunded.
LAND USE PLAN DISCUSSION - COMPREHENSIVE POLICY PLAN
AMENDMENT (CPPA) - BOWMAN/SHOEMAKER PROPERTIES - DENIED
Senior Planner Susan Eddy appeared before the Board regarding this item. She advised that
this was a request to expand the Urban Development Area and Sewer and Water Service Area to
include four parcels totaling 79.41 acres. The property is located in the Opequon Magisterial
District and is zoned B-2 (Business General) and RA (Rural Areas) Districts. The applicant is further
requesting a mixed use land designation and is proposing a mixture of commercial, residential, and
school uses on the site. The mixed use designation would allow residential development behind the
property already zoned for business. Both the Comprehensive Plans and Programs Subcommittee
and Planning Commission recommended denial. Some of the reasons cited included the lack of
transportation improvements and school overcrowding. The Planning Commission felt this concept
had merit, but wanted to see the UDA Study completed first.
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Evan Wyatt, Greenway Engineering, appeared before the Board as the applicant's
representative. He advised that the applicant had visited with the school board regarding land needs
at Sherando High School. The school needs additional land for practice fields and overflow parking.
He concluded by saying that this application was recommended unanimously by the Board of
Supervisors for further study.
Supervisor Ewing stated that this application's timing was off, in light of the ongoing Urban
Development Area and Rural Areas studies. He went on to say that his biggest concern was traffic.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Forrester, the Board denied
CPPA #09-05.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Gene E. Fisher Aye
Gina A. Forrester Aye
Lynda 1. Tyler Aye
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN - WINCHESTER REGIONAL AIRPORT -
POSTPONED UNTIL THE NOVEMBER 9. 2005 MEETING
This item was postponed at the request of the Airport.
ROAD RESOLUTION (#027-05) - RED FOX RUN. SECTION II - APPROVED
UNDER THE CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Additions Form SR - 5A, 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.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board requests the Virginia Department
of Transportation to add the streets described in the attached Additions Form SR-5(A) 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.
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This item was approved under the consent agenda.
BOARD LIAISON REPORTS
Supervisor Fisher stated that he would have a more detailed report on the Sanitation
Authority at the next meeting. He advised that the Red Bud pump station is moving along as is the
Parking Mill Expansion.
CITIZENS COMMENTS
There were no citizen comments.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
Supervisor Van Osten asked about the Board's willingness to discuss a committee
appointment process where names would be brought forward at one meeting and voted on that the
next.
Supervisor Tyler stated that it was not intentional to bring her committee appointment
forward at the last minute. She asked if there were different rules for Stonewall than for other
districts, as she could never recall the Board tabling any recommendation for a citizen committee
membcr.
ADJOURN
UPON A MOTION BY SUPERVISOR EWING, SECONDED BY SUPERVISOR
FORRESTER, THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THIS
BOARD, THIS MEETING IS HEREBY ADJOURNED. (8:50 P.M.)
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Chairman, Board of Supervisors
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