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A Regular Meeting ofthe Frederick County Board of Supervisors was held on Wednesday,
April 12, 2006, 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; Charles S. DeHaven, Ir.; Gary
W. Dovc; Gene E. Fisher; and Barbara E. Van Osten.
ABSENT
Phillip A. Lemieux.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Shickle callcd the meeting to order.
INVOCATION
Supervisor Dove delivered the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chairman Ewing led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA - APPROVED AS AMENDED
County Administrator Iohn R. Riley, Ir. advised that he had one addition to the agenda. He
added the cancellation of the April 26, 2006 public hearing for the Russell-Glendobbin Rezoning
Application. This would be item number 10 under County Officials.
Upon a motion by a motion by Supervisor Dove, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the
Board approved the agenda as amended.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVED
Administrator Riley offered the following tabs for the Board's consideration under the Consent
Agenda:
Proclamation Re: Designate ApriI9-l5, 2006 as National Tc1ecommunicator's Week - Tab
D.
,
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Proelamation Re: Designate April 20-23, 2006 as KOVAR Weekend. (The Knights of
Virginia Assistance for the Retarded). - Tab E;
Proclamation Re: Designate April 21-28, 2006 as disAbility Awareness Week - Tab F;
Parks and Recreation Commission Report - Tab J;
Road Resolution - Glendobbin Ridge Subdivision - Tab W.
Upon a motion by Vice Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Van Osten, the Board
approved the consent agenda by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Chris Allison, Stonewall District and Lake Holiday Country Club Board President, appeared
before the Board in support of the Lake Holiday asset transfer. He thanked the Board for
considering this resolution of support. He advised that the LHCC board unanimously supports the
transaction between Lake Holiday and Aqua Lake Holiday and completion of this transaction would
make Lake Holiday a premier community. He concluded by thanking thc Board for their support.
Ben Butler, Attorney for BFI, appeared before the Board, read a portion ofthe following
statement and asked that the entire statement be entered into the record:
"Chairman Shickle and members of the Board, my name is Ben Butler, and I am counsel to Allied
Waste, which does business locally under the name BFI.
I stand before you ton ight to share BFI' s deep concern over resolutions intended to terminate the 25-
year relationship between the County and BFI, and to replace BFI with Waste Management as the
County's solid waste hauler. BFI learned of the resolutions only 48 hours ago based on a review
ofthe County's website. The precipitous step ofterminating this long-standing partnership, one that
has served the 60,000 or so residents of this County for so long, would be a grave mistake for several
reasons:
First, these resolutions result from an inherently unfair process. The County arrived at BFI's
Winchester Division on August 26, 2005, and took almost all ofBFI's business records and most
ofBFI's computers. Since then, despite our request, the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office has
refused to allow BFI to obtain copies ofthe records that appear to be the basis for the claim that BFI
breached Section 5-3 ofthe Contract. Nor has the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office allowed BFI
an opportunity to respond to any such information. Rather, as we understand it from the press
(specifically, yesterday's Northern Virginia Daily), these resolutions are based on a "closed session"
meeting with members ofthe Board and the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office. BFT repeatedly
has requested that the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office return copies of the documents seized
from BFI so that BFI can assess and effectively respond to these allegations that BFI mixed
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Prederick County refuse with refuse derived from other sources. Terminating a 25-year relationshi
based on a "closed session" meeting, with no chance for BPI to respond to these claims, is the kin
of action I cannot remember this Board ever taking. It is unfair, it denies BPI due process, and i
is not the way to resolve what may be a contract dispute.
Finally, under the procedures the Board is following tonight, if I am a contractor of Prederic
County and the County bclieves that I had breached the contract, then I would fully expect th
County would simply terminate the Contract and possibly prosecute me for breach. These procedur
will have a chilling effect on the business community. Like other local businesses, BFT is not jus
some absent corporation. For these many years, the company has been a steady and reliabl
employer. If you are dissatisfied with some aspect of how the Contract has been performed, BF
stands ready to discuss that with you.
Second, the resolutions characterize the situation as an "emergency" and providc that terminatio
must occur immediately. There is no emergency other than the emergency that is created by th
County by terminating BPI. The complaincd-of problem, that BPI was mixing County and othe
rcfuse, is not occurring. The Board and BPI can address any alleged past breach through meeting
with BFI, following review of the relevant documents by you and BFI. In addition, the Board ca
address any alleged past breach when deciding whether to renew the Contract at the end of thi
calendar year, but certainly, not tonight, based on a "closed session" meeting.
Third, the resolutions are factually and legally problematic. Among other things, the Contrac
provides that "[t]he performance of the work as set forth in the Contract shall be under the charge,
supervision, and administration of the County." Thus, assuming the County complied with thes
terms, it would have known that mixing was occurring long ago (to the extent it occurred at all).
Pourth, it is indisputable that BFI will suffer significant harm if the proposed resolutions are enacted.
By way of a single example, more than 50 BPI employees will be adversely impacted by th
proposed action.
In closing, BFl has been a responsible partner ofthe County's for 25 years. These resolutions wil
terminate that relationship based on facts the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office has analyzed in
secret over many months at a significant cost to BPI, the County, and its businesses and residents.
I strongly urge you to oppose these ill-advised resolutions.
To the extent that the Board adopts the resolutions notwithstanding their deficiencies and the man
problems they pose, BFI will focus its efforts on its core business of serving the necds of its
commercial and residential customers located in Prcderick County.
Thank you for the opportunity to present these comments on behalf of BPI."
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
There were no Board of Supervisors' comments.
MINUTES-APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Dove, seconded by Supervisor Van Osten, the minutes fro
the March 16, 2006 work session with the Public Safety and Public Works Committees were
approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Gene Pisher Aye
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Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Os
Upon a motion by
the March 22, 2006 Regul
Richard C. Shick1
Bill M. Ewing
- Charles S. DeHav
Gary W. Dove
Gcne Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van 0
COUNTY OFFI
ADOPTION OF
- APPROVED
Administrator Ril
WHEREAS, a not
hearing held on March 22
the Code of Virginia, 195
THEREFORE B
Frederick, Virginia, that t
Star on March 9, 2006, be
- WHEREAS, the
BE IT FURTHE
fiscal year be adopted as
General Operating
General and
Judicial Ad
Public Safe
Public Wor
Health/Wel
Education -
Parks, Recre
Community
Non-D
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Regional Jai
Landfill Fun
Division of
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Absent
ten Aye
Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the minutes from
ar Meeting were approved by the following recorded vote:
sten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
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CIALS
THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007 BUDGET (RESOLUTION #061-06)
ey read the following resolution:
ice of public hearing and budget synopsis has been published and a public
,2006, in accordance with Title 15.2, Chapter 25, Section 15.2-2506, of
0, as amended.
E IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of
he budget for the 2006-2007 fiscal year as advertised in The Winchester
hereby approved in the amount of $230,072,252.
budget amounts represent the total, less transfers between funds.
R RESOLVED that thc County of Frederick budget for the 2006-2007
follows:
Fund:
d
6,492,346
1,840,900
18,153,082
3,897,695
6,692,735
60,265
5,296,845
3,041,140
2,816,544
16,327,640
9,573,521
1,303,985
1,319,710
Financial Administration
ministration
ty
ks
fare
Community College
ation, Cultural
Development
epartment Expenses
I Fund
Court Services Fund
d Sanitary District Fund
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Airport Operating Fund
Airport Capital Fund
Consolidated Services Fund
2,492,815
877,725
300,000
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the rate
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Capital
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School Operating Fund
School Instruction
Administration! Attendance and Health Services
97,318,320
6,592,826
8,012,099
10,920,504
184,884
5,063,552
665,701
13,937,070
1,100
1,485,818
5,363,394
30,000
10,000
Pupil Transportation Services
Operation and Maintenance Services
Facilities
School Cafeteria Fund
School Capital Fund
School Debt Service Fund
Larrick & Sides Trust Funds
School Textbook Fund
NREP Operating Fund
NREP Textbook Fund
Unemployment Compensation Fund
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the County ofFr
Virginia, does herein adopt the tax rate for the 2006 assessment year at a rate of 52 'l2 cents p
of assessed value to be applied to real estate, the rate of $4.20 per $100 of assessed val
applied to personal property, $2.25 per $100 of assessed value to be applied to personal pro
one vehicle to volunteer firefighters that are approved and registered with the Fire and
Department, the rate of 42 ~/2 cents per $100 to be applied to airplanes and zero tax to be ap
antique vehicles. Mobile homes will be taxed at the real estate rate. The Business and Prof!
Occupational License rates are as follows: retail 20 cents per $100 of gross receipts, contra
cents per $100 of gross receipts, professional serviccs 58 cents per $100 of purchases, pers
business 36 cents per $100 of gross receipts, wholesale 5 cents per $100 of purchases and
of $2.00 per $100 of assessed value on declining values to be applied to machinery and to
contract carrier classified vehicles. Meals tax at an adopted rate of 4 cents per $1. Lodgi
an adopted rate of 2 cents per $1. County decals at an adopted rate of $25 per vehicle and
motorcycle. The Sanitary Landfill fees are as follows: $40 per ton for commercial/indust
per ton for construction demolition debris; $24 per ton for municipal waste and $12 pe
municipal sludge. The local tax for Enhanced 911 Service will continue to be at a set rate 0
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that appropriations are hereby authorized for th
stores fund, special welfare fund, comprehensive services fund, county health insurance fund
health insurance fund, length of service fund, employee benefits fund, maintenance insuran
sales tax fund and commonwealth sales tax fund equal to the total cash balance on hand a
2006, plus the total amount of receipts for the fiscal year 2006-2007. The Fire Company
appropriation will include the current year appropriation plus any unused funds at the end
year 2006.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the school construction fund projects
appropriated as a carryforward in the amount that equals the approved original project, c
expenditures and encumbrances through June 30, 2006.
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Supervisor Van Osten asked how the Board could give $5,000 to Help with Housing.
Administrator Riley advised the money could be taken from the Operational Contingency
line item due to the amount.
Upon a motion by Vice Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Dove, the Board approved
the Fiscal Year 2006-2007 Budget by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHavcn, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Ostcn
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Abscnt
Aye
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT
JOHN R. RILEY.
REPRESENTATIVE
APPROVED
JR. REAPPOINTED AS FREDERICK COUNTY
ON THE OLD DOMINION ASAP POLICY BOARD -
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Osten, seconded by Supervisor Dove, the Board
reappointed John R. Riley, Jr. to servc as Frcderick County reprcscntative on the Old Dominion
ASAP Policy Board. This is a three ycar tcrm, said term to expire June 30, 2009.
The abovc motion was approved by the following rccorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charlcs S. DcHavcn, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lcmieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Ayc
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
GENE E. FISHER REAPPOINTED AS FREDERICK COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE
TO THE WINCHESTER REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY - APPROVED
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Ostcn, seconded by Supervisor DcHavcn, the Board
reappointed Gcnc E. Fisher to serve as Frederick County represcntative to the Winchester Rcgional
Airport Authority. This is a four ycar term, said term to expirc June 30, 2010.
Thc above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shicklc
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lcmieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
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PROCLAMA TION (#006-06) RE: DESIGNATE APRIL 9-15. 2006 AS NATIONAL
TELECOMMUNICATOR'S WEEK - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, emergencies can occur at anytime that require police, fire or emergency
medical services; and
WHEREAS, when an emergency occurs, the prompt response of police officers, firefighters
and paramedics is critical to the protection oflife and preservation of property; and
WHEREAS, the safety of our police officers and firefighters is dependent upon the quality
and accuracy of information obtained from citizens who telephone the Frederick County Department
of Public Safety Communications Center; and
WHEREAS, Public Safety Dispatchers are the first and most critical contaet our citizens
have with emergency services; and
WHEREAS, Public Safety Dispatchers are the single vital link for our police officers and
firefighters by monitoring their activities by radio, providing them information and ensuring their
safety; and
WHEREAS, Public Safety Dispatchers of Frederiek County, Virginia have contributed
substantially to the apprehension of criminals, suppression of fires and treatment of patients; and
WHEREAS, each dispatcher has exhibited compassion, understandi ng and professional ism
during the performance of their job in the past year.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of Frederick
County, Virginia does hereby proclaim the week of April 9-15, 2006 to be National
Teleeommunicator's Week in Frederick County, in honor of the men and women whose diligence
and professionalism keep our county and citizens safe.
ADOPTED this 12th day of April, 2006.
This item was approved under the consent agenda.
PROCLAMATION (#004-06) RE: DESIGNATE APRIL 20-23. 2006 AS KOVAR
WEEKEND (THE KNIGHTS OF VIRGINIA ASSISTANCE FOR THE RETARDED)
- APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, some of our most valued citizens, our retarded brothers and sisters, are in need
of help from their fellow citizens; and
WHEREAS, the 20,000 Knights of Columbus in Virginia, in their charitable and patriotic
role as sponsors of KOVAR (The Knights of Virginia Assistance for the Retarded) have donated
more than $9,500,000 since 1972 for allocation to 250 ongoing organizations effectively assisting
the retarded; and
WHEREAS, the efforts ofthe Winchester Council, Knights of Columbus have resulted in
more than $460,000 in grants and interest free loans to the Northwestern Workshop, Grafton
School, Robert E. Rose Memorial Foundation, Shenandoah Valley Community Residence, Heart
Havens' Home and the Association for Retarded Citizens of Winchester/Frederick County; and
WHEREAS, in last years KOV AR Weekend, Virginia Knights and their families raised over
$612,000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
does hereby proclaim April 20 - April 23, 2006 as KOVAR WEEKEND in Frederick County and
urgc all citizens of the county to support this worthy cause.
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ADOPTED this 12th day of April, 2006.
This item was approved under the consent agenda.
PROCLAMATION (#005-06) RE: DESIGNA TE APRIL 21-28. 2006 AS DISABILITY
AWARENESS WEEK - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the United States Congress enacted the Americans with Disabilities Act in
1990, prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, public
accommodations, transportation and telecommunications; and
WHEREAS, the Commonwealth of Virginia enacted the Virginians with Disabilities Act
in 1985 to assure equal opportunity to persons with disabilities in the Commonwealth and it is the
policy of this Commonwealth to encourage and enable persons with disabilities to participate fully
and equally in the social and economic life of the Commonwealth and to engage in remunerative
employment; and
WHEREAS, people with disabilities often overcome common misunderstandings about their
circumstances and make valuable contributions to their families and communities; and
WHEREAS, disability is a natural part of the human experience, and individuals with
disabilities deserve the same rights as their peers to live independently, e~oy self determination,
make choices, contribute to society and participate fully in the American experience; and
WHEREAS, family, friends and neighbors playa central role in enhancing the lives of
people with disabilities, and people with disabilities benefit from having a network of supportive
friends and family, accommodating employers and community leaders who are aware ofthe needs
and abilities of Virginians with disabilities; and
WHEREAS, millions of people in the United States have disabilities, and with the
increasing age of our population, Virginians and Americans must learn more about the special needs
and abilities ofthis growing population; and
WHEREAS, agencies and organizations throughout Virginia participate in disability
awareness programs during disAbility Awareness Week to enhance public understanding of and
appreciation for the limitations and abilities of people living with disabilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
does hereby proclaim the week of April 21-28, 2006 as disABILITY Awareness Week and calls this
observance to the attention of all our citizens, and urge all residents to honor this occasion.
ADOPTED this 12th day of April, 2006.
This item was approved under the consent agenda.
RESOLUTIONS:
RESOLUTION (#056-06) TERMINATING THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
COUNTY OF FREDERICK AND BROWNING-FERRIS INDUSTRIES (BFl) _
APPROVED
Administrator Riley read the following rcsolution:
WHEREAS, thc County of Frederick, Virginia, entered into a three (3) year Contract dated
December 31,2003 with Browning-Ferris Industries (BF1), as the Contractor, for the collection and
transport of refuse and recyc1ables from the County's Container and Recycling Collection System;
and
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WHEREAS, said Contract provided that BFI shall perform all such services in strict
accordance with the Contract and Specifications; and
WHEREAS, Section 5-3 of the General Specifications provides that the Contractor will not
be allowed to mix Frederick County refuse with refuse derived from commercial accounts or any
other source, and provides, further, that failure to comply with this requirement will result in
immediate termination of the collection contract; and
WHEREAS, the Board has determined that BFI has failed to comply with Section 5-3 of
the Contract by mixing Frederick County refuse with refusc derived from other sources; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 5-3 the Board determines that the Contract should be
terminated.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Supervisors hereby terminates
the Contract dated December 31,2003 with Browning-Ferris Industries, effective 11:59 p.m. on
Wednesday, April 26, 2006.
Adopted this ~ day of April, 2006.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Dove, seconded by Supervisor Van Osten, the Board approved
the resolution terminating the contract between the County of Frederick and Browning-Ferris
Industries (BFI).
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
RESOLUTION (#059-06) CONTRACTING WITH WASTE MANAGEMENT. INC.
ON AN EMERGENCY BASIS - APPROVED
Administrator Riley read the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has terminated for cause, effective April 26, 2006,
the Contract dated December 3l, 2003, with Browning- Ferris Industries (BFI) for the collection and
transport of refuse and recyclables from the County's Container and Recycling Collection System;
and
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the health and safety of the citizens of the County that this
solid waste collection service continue uninterrupted.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Board hereby approved the award of a contract for solid waste
collection to Waste Management, Inc. on an emcrgency basis, pursuant to Virginia Code S2.2-
4303(F). This contract shall extend the December 31, 2006, the expiration date of the BFI contract.
The County shall procure, by competitive sealed bidding, a solid waste collection contract to be
effective commencing January 1,2007.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that written notice of this action, by a copy of this
Resolution, shall be posted forthwith on the board establishcd for public notices at the entrance to
the Judicial Center.
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Adopted this ~ day of April, 2006.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Osten, seconded by Vice Chairman Ewing, the Board
approved the resolution contracting with Waste Management, Inc. on an emergency basis.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
RESOLUTION (#060-06) ENDORSING LAKE HOLIDAY ESTATES UTILITY
COMPANY ASSET SALE - APPROVED
Administrator Riley advised this was a resolution endorsing the transfer of utility assets and
certificates of public convenience from Lake Holiday Estates Utility Company and Lake Holiday
Country Club to Aqua Lake Holiday Utilities, Inc. This resolution was in response to an Order for
Notice and Comment and Assignment Hearing Examiner received by the Chairman regarding the
joint petition filed with the State Corporation Commission. He went on to say there was no statutory
requirement for the Board to comment on this petition; however, the adoption ofthis resolution of
endorsement would be seen as a positive for this proposed transfer.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Dove, seconded by Vice Chairman Ewing, the Board approved
the resolution endorsing Lake Holiday Estates Utility Company asset sale.
WHEREAS, Lake Holiday Estates Utility Company provides water and sewer utility service
to 693 homes in the Lake Holiday subdivision in Frederick County; and
WHEREAS, Lake Holiday Estates Utility Company and Lake Holiday Country Club and
Aqua Lake Holiday Utilities, Inc. have filed a joint petition (Case No. PUE-2006-00013) with the
State Corporation Commission for authority to transfer utility assets and certificates of public
convenience and necessity pursuant to the Utility Transfers Act and Utility Facilities Act; and
WHEREAS, this Board finds this transfer to be of benefit to the general health, safety, and
welfare of the residents of Lake Holiday subdivision in particular and the citizens of Fredcrick
County in general.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
hereby endorses the transfer of utility assets and certificates of public convenience from Lake
Holiday Estates Utility Company and Lake Holiday Country Club to Aqua Lake Holiday Utilities,
Inc.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Clerk
of the State Corporation Commission.
ADOPTED this ~ day of April, 2006.
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The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
RESOLUTION (#062-06) RE: 1-81 TIER 1 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
STATEMENT-APPROVED
Transportation Planner John Bishop reviewed the proposed resolution regarding the 1-81 Tier
1 Environmental Impact Statement.
Chairman Shickle asked if there was any conflict between this resolution and the MPO's
poliey statement regarding the Tier 1 EIS.
Transportation Planner Bishop responded no.
Chairman Shickle asked if it would be worth the effort to endorse both this resolution and
the MPO's statement.
Transportation Planner Bishop advised the Board could endorse the MPO statement, but
should not do so independently of an action for the County.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Dove, the Board approved
the resolution re: 1-81 Tier 1 Environmental Impaet Statement.
WHEREAS, 1-81 is a critieal artery through Frederick County, the region, and the entire
western portion of the State of Virginia; and
WHEREAS, modeling done for local long range planning efforts completed by the same
consultant that was contracted to model the Tier 1 EIS show greater needs for improvement than are
being called for in the Tier 1 EIS; and
WHEREAS, physical eharacteristics where 1-81 passes through the area, particularly around
Exit 313-315, are very similar to those encountered where 1-81 passes through the Harrisonburg
area; and
WHEREAS, the Tier 1 EIS allows for the possibility of ineorporating the Harrisonburg
Bypass to avoid the constraints and impacts related to those physical characteristics; and
WHEREAS, the planned eastern portion of Route 37 would provide an alternate eonnection
to several major east/west connections that eurrently only have 1-81 at it's most constrained points
in the area as a major highway connection; and
WHEREAS, with the constraints of widening I-8l through certain areas in this region, it is
possible that key sections, if not the entire eastern loop of 37 in concert with more limited 1-81
improvements, could be constructed at a lower cost than the needed 1-81 improvements alone and
with greater positive impaet on traffic; and
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WHEREAS, Route 37 has long been a planned major improvement that will serve citizens
from within and outside the region, and will also take signifieant pressure off ofI-8l through the
area; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board requests the inclusion ofthe eastern
portion of Route 37 into the alternative considerations for improvements to relieve congestion on
1-81 through this area.
This amendment shall be in effect on the day of adoption.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Van Osten, the Board
endorsed the MPO statement regarding the 1-81 Tier 1 EIS.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
DR. HELENTJARIS. DIRECTOR OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT. TO
PRESENT UPDATE TO THE BOARD ON THE BIRD FLU PANDEMIC
Dr. Diane Helentjaris, Director of the Health Department, appeared before the Board to
provide an update on the bird flu pandemie. She advised that the avian flu virus H5N1 is lethal to
birds and ean be spread to people, but not easily. It is currently in 9 countries with 191 reported
cases resulting in 108 deaths. She advised there was no pandemic now in the U.S. and scientists did
not know if this type of virus would lead to a pandemic here. She stated that preparation for a
pandemic has a positive impact in that it helps with overall emergency response preparation. She
urged the public to take the seasonal flu more serious than they have in the past and encouraged
businesses to plan alternative work sites and procedures for a pandemic or other emergency. She
concluded by saying that the Health Department received $40,000 for pandemic planning and
training.
Supervisor Van Osten asked if this virus could spread to wild birds.
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Df. Helentjaris responded there have been no documented cases in the Northern Hemisphere;
however, wild fowl can carry the virus and tolerate it better than domestic poultry.
Chairman Shickle asked how the Board could be proactive regarding this issue.
Dr. Helentjaris responded the Board could work on preparedness and publicize education
opportunities.
Chairman Shickle asked Administrator Riley to develop a plan of action.
Administrator Riley advised that Dr. Helentjaris will be invited to a meeting of the Public
Safety Committee and a worksession with the Committee and the Board may evolve out of this.
CANCELLATION OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: RUSSELL-GLENDOBBIN
REZONING APPLICATION - APPROVED
Administrator Riley advised that staff had received a letter from Patton Harris Rust &
Associates stating the applicant recognizes the concerns expressed by the Planning Commission and
citizens relative to the Russell-Glendobbin Rezoning. The application and proffer statement have
been revised and the density has been decreased. The applicant asked that this application be sent
back to the Planning Commission in order to obtain a recommendation based upon the merits ofthe
amended applieation. Administrator Riley informed the Board that the Planning Commission did
not act on the rezoning and if an action was not taken on the rezoning then the application would
be deemed approved after a certain period of time. He recommended the Board cancel the April 26,
2006 public hearing and refer the application back to the Planning Commission for action.
Chairman Shickle stated his main concern was that no action had been taken on the
application. He asked staff and legal counsel to work with the Planning Commission on the process.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor Dove, the Board canceled the
April 26, 2006 public hearing on the Russell-Glendobbin Rezoning and referred the application back
to the Planning Commission for action.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jf.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
COMMITTEE REPORTS
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PARKS AND RECREA nON COMMISSION REPORT - APPROVED UNDER
CONSENT AGENDA
The Parks and Recreation Commission met on March 21,2006. Members present were:
Robert Hartman, P.W. Hillyard, Ill, Martin Cybulski, Larry Sullivan, Jeffrey Butler, Cheryl Swartz,
Ronald Madagan, and Philip Lemieux.
Items Requirinl: Board of SUDervisors Action:
1. None.
Submitted for Board Information Only:
1. Easement ReQuest - Mr. Hartman moved to approve the Foltz Land Surveying, Inc. sewer
easement plan as submitted, motion failed for lack of second.
Mr. Hartman moved to reject the Foltz Land Surveying, Inc. sewer easement plan as
submitted, second by Mr. Sullivan, carried unanimously (7-0).
Standinl: Committee ReDorts
1. None.
This item was approved under the consent agenda.
CODE AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT - APPROVED
The Code & Ordinance Committee met on Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at 8 :30 A.M., in the
Board of Supervisors Meeting Room, County Administration Building, 107 North Kent Street,
Winchester, Virginia. Present were chairman of the committee Supervisor Philip A. Lemieux,
Supervisor Bill M. Ewing, Stephen G. Butler, and Michael L. Bryan. Also present County
Administrator John R. Riley, Jr. and Deputy County Administrator Jay E. Tibbs.
The Committee submits the following:
**ltems Requiring Board Action**
1. Proposed Amendment to Chapter 48. Animals and Fowl- Forwarded to Public Hearinl!:
The Committee discussed a proposed amendment to Chapter 48 Animals, Frederick County
Code. This review was prompted by a citizen complaint regarding guineas harassing his family and
animals. The proposed amendment would add the words and {owl to Section 48-26 Running At
Large Unlawful; Division Fences. The Committee unanimously recommended approval of the
proposed amendment with the addition of a notice requirement for the first violation and forwarded
this item to the Board of Supervisors for public hearing with a recommendation for approval.
Upon a motion by Vice Chairman Ewing, seconded by Supervisor Dove, the Board
scheduled this proposed amendment for public hearing.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
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PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT - APPROVED
A meeting of the Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, April 4, 2006. Committee members
present were: Committee Chair Barbara Van Osten, Gary Dove, John Riley, Gene Fisher, Hans
Nydam, Frederick County Fire & Rescue Director Gary DuBrueler, and Helen Lake. Also in
attendance were LeeAnna Pyles and Dr. Jack Potter. The following items were discussed:
***Items Requiring Action***
Mr. John Riley requested, from the Committee, approval for the formation of an independent
committee and to hire a facilitator to investigate the Fee For Service for Frederick County Fire &
Rescue. Gary Dove made motion for approval and was seconded by Helen Lake, all members
unanimously approved. The Committee is requesting the action of the Board of Supervisors
approval.
. This Committee will be made up ofa representative from each volunteer company, as well
as 3 (three) Board of Supervisor members. County Administrator John Rilcy will be
available as a tool for resources and staffsupport. John Riley, Barbara Van Osten, and Gary
DuBrueler met with Mike Butler, City ofWinchcster, to discuss how thc proccss worked and
bcnefitted them. The City of Winchester has workcd through this process and was pleascd
with the outcomc. All fees associated with the formation of the Committee will bc funded
form the Operational Contingency Fund. Committee will be responsiblc for studying the
impact offees on Frederick County and its residents, as wcll as the formation and procedures
of the fees for scrvice process.
Upon a motion by Supcrvisor Van Osten, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board voted
to establish a Fee for Service Committee to be made up of a representative from each voluntcer
company and Supervisors Van Osten, Dove, and Fisher.
The above motion was approved by thc following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Osten, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board
appropriated $10,800 from the Operational Contingency line item to fund the facilitator.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
***ltems Not Requiring Action***
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Old Business:
Gary DuBrueler has received the interim draft copy of the after action report from the
Terrorism Response Table Top Exercise held in October. Larry Oliver will be reviewing this report
and returning it within the next two weeks. They hope to have the report available at the next Public
Safety Committee meeting.
Meeting Date:
There is no Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled at this time.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT - APPROVED
The Public Works Committee met on Tuesday, March 28,2006, at 8:00 a.m. All members
were present except Gene Fisher.
***Items Requiring Action***
1. Proposed Chan!!es to Solid Waste Ordinance - Forwarded to Public Hearin~
The public works committee reviewed and unanimously endorsed the proposed changes to
the Solid Waste Ordinance highlighted in the attached memorandum dated March 22, 2006. The
committee recommends that this endorsement and the proposed changes be submitted to the board
to establish a public hearing date. (Attachment 1)
Upon a motion by Supervisor Dove, seconded by Vice Chairman Ewing, the Board
scheduled these proposed amendments for public hearing.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
***Items Not Requiring Action***
1. Potential Chanl:es to the Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance
The committee listened to a brief presentation by Joe Wilder, Deputy Director, and Eric
Lawrence, Director of Planning and Development, concerning potential changes to the erosion and
sediment control ordinance. In particular, they emphasized the need to require an improved master
development plan, where applicable, prior to issuance ofland disturbance permits. This requirement
will insure that environmental features are not unnecessarily destroyed and comprehensive
transportation networks are addressed.
The committee appointed Gary Dove and Phil Lemieux to assist staff in developing the
changes to the current erosion and sediment control ordinance.
2. Review Current Septic Systems Requirement
The committee discussed the need to review the current septic systems regulations and
procedures employed in Frederick County by the State Health Department. In particular, concerns
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were raised about the methods and procedures used in the design of septic systems in areas with
historically poor soil conditions. A recommendation was made to invite representatives from the
health department to the next public works committee meeting to discuss current procedures an
answer questions about third party consultants and alternative system designs.
3. Miscellaneous Reoorts:
a. Tonnage Report: Landfill
(Attachment 2)
b. Recycling Report
(Attachment 3)
c. Animal Shelter Dog Report
(Attachment 4)
d. Animal Shelter Cat Report
(Attachment 5)
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE - APPROVED
The Transportation Committee met on Wednesday, AprilS, at 8:30 a.m. All members were
present, with the exception ofthc liaisons from Middlctown (Mr. Donald Breeden) and Stephens
City (Mr. Willey Dembeck).
***Items Requiring Action***
1. Route 37 Ali!:nment - Stephenson Area
At the March 28, 2006 mecting of the Transportation Committee, the following two motions werc
passed after the committee considered the alternatives prcsented:
MOTION by Mr. Lemieux. seconded by Mr. Racey
Recommend C-XXX and proceed further on with a comprehensive downzoning of the entire
corridor at the width of 350 feet.
Motion passed unanimously.
MOTION by Mr. Braden. seconded bv Mr. Racey
Recommend that the Board of Supervisors dircct staff to contract to refine the centerline for the
remainder of the Eastern loop of Route 37.
Motion passed unanimously.
Upon clarification of additional information related to the motion recommending C-XXX, it was
decided that a special meeting of the Transportation Committee was needed to reconsider the
alternatives with the new information in hand.
The new materials referenced are attached and are as follows:
a) Map showing roadway alternatives, identifying lots in proposed Redbud Agricultural and
Forestal District that may be identified by different alternatives, conservation easement
on McCann-Slaughter property and location of potential core battlefield easement. The
map at the March 28th meeting only showed the roadway alternatives and the properties
from the proposed Agricultural and Forestal District that could be impacted.
b) Legal opinions from the County Attorney on the issuc of downzoning and on the issue
of building roadways across easements.
The committee discussed why the original alignment for C was ever shown through the properties
with easements or that wcre identified as battlefields. It was stated that the adoption of alignment
C was prior to federal studies identifying the core battlefield areas and that the easements that exist
in the area were only adopted in the past few years.
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Further discussion that focused on alternative C-XL stated that ifVDOT concerns involving curve
radii were addressed, it would be unlikely that the alternative would impact the proposed Redbud
Agricultural and Forestal District. Citizens who attended the meeting went on to state that any
alternative chosen should not impact property owners who were not previously impacted.
MOTION bv Mr. Braden. seconded by Mr. Racey
Recommend adoption of alternative C-XL as follows:
· with curve radii adjusted per VDOT recommendations
· avoid the proposed Redbud Agricultural and Forestal District properties
· at a right-of-way width of 350 feet
Motion passed unanimously.
The map of alternatives that is attached to this report incorporates the recommendations fo the above
motion.
Discussion during the above stated motion regarding the possibility of an interchange with the
alternative led to the following motion:
MOTION bv Mr. Braden. seconded by Mr. Racey
The Transportation Committee wishes to designate its intent that there would be an interchange
between corridor C-XL and the proposed major collector roadway planned to go through that area
as part of the residential development.
Motion passed unanimously.
MOTION bv Mr. Lemieux. seconded by Mr. Racey
Recommend the Board appropriate funds as necessary to move forward to further identify the
centerline for the remainder of the Eastern 37 corridor, preliminary design and engineering, and
environmental study.
Motion passed unanimously.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Van Osten, the Board
approved the first two recommendations of the Transportation Committee and approved considering
the third motion after July 1.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
2. 1-81 Statement for April 18. 2006 Public Hearing
At the February 28, 2006 Transportation Committee meeting, staff distributed to the committee a
presentation of the staffrevicw ofthc 1-81 Tier 1 Environmcntal Impact Statement and the draft
resolution that had been distributed to the Board of Supervisors on February 22, 2006. At its
February 22, 2006 meeting the Board considered the presentation and the draft resolution, and
ultimately decided to send them to the Transportation Committee for review and recommendation.
In the meantime, the MPO has also been working to create a statement. Staffhas been very involved
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in that process in an effort to make sure concerns brought forth by the County were included in that
statement.
At the AprilS, 2006 meeting ofthe Transportation Committee, stafIredistributed the draft resolution
and distributed the MPO statement that has been recommended to the MPO Policy Committee by
the MPO Technical Advisory Committee.
The discussion that followed covered the issues facing the County with the 1-81 Tier 1 EIS
recommendations and how they differ from the MPO recommendations which the county had taken
a part in. The committee did not feel the County was well representcd by the roadway improvement
recommendations in the Tier lEIS.
MOTION by Mr. Racey. seconded by Mr. Lemicux
Endorse both the MPO statcment provided and the draft resolution.
Motion passed unanimously.
These items were approved earlier in thc mccting.
***ltems Not Requiring Action***
None at this time.
ANNUAL REPORTS
DEPARTMENTAL FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007 WORK PROGRAMS - RECEIVED
AS INFORMATION
Administrator Rilcy advised that the work programs were a reflection of the various
departments' budget goals and objectives and were being presented for information only.
Chairman Shickle advised that he would like to see the Department of Fire & Rescue's work
program rewritten as it fell shOli in the form of goals.
Administrator Riley stated that staff would have the program rewritten.
Supervisor DeHaven statcd that a great deal of effort went into these reports.
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARING - OUTDOOR FESTIVAL PERMIT REQUEST OF THE
SHENANDOAH APPLE BLOSSOM FESTIVAL - THE WILLOWS AT MEADOW
BRANCH YOUNG AT HEART DANCE: VALLEY HEALTH SYSTEMS QUEEN'S
BALL: AND DAILY GRIND JAZZ FEST. PURSUANT TO THE FREDERICK
COUNTY CODE. CHAPTER 86. FESTIVALS: SECTION 86-3 C. PERMIT
REQUIRED: APPLICA nON ISSUANCE OR DENIAL: FOR AN OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL PERMIT. THE WILLOWS AT MEADOW BRANCH YOUNG AT
HEART DANCE TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY. MAY 4.2006 FROM 11:00 A.M.
TO 2:30 P.M.: V ALLEY HEALTH SYSTEMS QUEEN'S BALL TO BE HELD ON
FRIDAY. MAY 5. 2006 FROM 8:00 P.M. TO 1:00 A.M.: AND DAILY GRIND JAZZ
FEST TO BE HELD ON SUNDAY. MAY 7. 2006. FROM 12:30 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M..
ON PROPERTY OWNED BY DENNY PERRY. ROCK HARBOR GOLF COURSE.
365 ROCK HARBOR DRIVE. WINCHESTER. VIRGINIA (LOCATED OFF
MERRIMAN'S LANE) - APPROVED
Administrator Riley reviewed this application.
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Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
John Rosenberger, Back Creek District and Executive Director of the Shenandoah Apple
Blossom Festival, advised this was the same request as last year with the same events, same tent,
and same location.
There being no further public comments, Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Osten, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the Board
approved the Outdoor Festival Permit request for the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Ayc
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - OUTDOOR FESTIVAL PERMIT REQUEST OF BELLE
GROVE PLANTATION - "OF ALE AND HISTORY" MICROBREW AND
IMPORTED BEER TASTING FESTIVAL. PURSUANT TO THE FREDERICK
COUNTY CODE. CHAPTER 86. FESTIVALS: SECTION 86-3 C. PERMIT
REQUIRED: APPLICATION: ISSUANCE OR DENIAL: FOR AN OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL PERMIT. FESTIVAL TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY. MAY 13. 2006.
FROM 12:00 NOON TO 6:00 P.M.: ON THE GROUNDS OF BELLE GROVE
PLANTA TION. 336 BELLE GROVE ROAD. MIDDLETOWN. VIRGINIA.
PROPERTY OWNED BY THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR HISTORIC
PRESERVATION. - APPROVED
Elizabeth McClung, Exccutive Director of Belle Grove, advised this was a request for a
permit for the II tll annual festival. She advised festival organizers would continue to work with the
Alcohol Beverage Control Board regarding the designated driver program.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
There were no citizen comments.
Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Van Osten, seconded by Supervisor Dove, the Board approved
the Outdoor Festival Permit request for Belle Grove Plantation.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Gene Fisher Aye
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Philip A. Lemieux Absent
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - OUTDOOR FESTIVAL PERMIT REOUEST OF TOP OF
VIRGINIA BUILDING ASSOCIATION - BIG TOP HOME SHOW. PURSUANT TO
THE FREDERICK COUNTY CODE. CHAPTER 86. FESTIVALS: SECTION 86-3
C. PERMIT REQUIRED: APPLICATION: ISSUANCE OR DENIAL: FOR AN
OUTDOOR FESTIVAL PERMIT. BIG TOP HOME SHOW TO BE HELD ON
SATURDAY. JUNE 3. 2006 FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.: AND SUNDAY. JUNE
4. 2006. FROM 11:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M.. ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1182
MARTINSBURG PIKE. WINCHESTER. VIRGINIA AND OWNED BY PRESTON _.
I. MOFFETT. 1152 MARTINSBURG PIKE. WINCHESTER. VIRGINIA. -
APPROVED
Christian Schweiger, Executive Director of the Top of Virginia Building Association,
d before the Board regarding this application. He advised this was a forum to showcase
ck County businesses and the Association was req uesting permission to hold this show again.
t on to say this was the second time this festival will be held at this location.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
There were no public comments.
Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Dove, seconded by Supervisor DeHaven, the Board approved
door festival permit request for Top of Virginia Building Association. -
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle Aye
Bill M. Ewing Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
Gary W. Dove Aye
Gene fisher Aye
Philip A. Lemieux Absent
Barbara E. Van Osten Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - DISCONTINUANCE AND ABANDONMENT - OUARRY
LANE (ROUTE 749) - (RESOLUTION #058-06) - THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF THE COUNTY OF FREDERICK WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING TO
CONSIDER A PROPOSAL TO DISCONTINUE QUARRY LANE (ROUTE 749).
FROM THE INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 672 TO 0.05 MILES SOUTH OF ROUTE
672. A DISTANCE OF 0.05 MILES. PER &33.1-150. CODE OF VIRGINIA. 1950. AS
AMENDED AND ABANDON QUARRY LANE (ROUTE 749) FROM 0.05 MILES
SOUTH OF ROUTE 672 TO 0.15 MILES SOUTH OF ROUTE 672. A DISTANCE OF
0.10 MILES. PER &33.1-151. CODE OF VIRGINIA. 1950. AS AMENDED. -
APPROVED
"--,
Administrator Riley advised this was a request to discontinue Route 749 for a distance of
iles south of its intersection with Route 672 and abandon a section of Route 749 for a distance
miles from the railroad tracks into the quarry property.
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VDOT Resident Engineer Jerry Copp advised that VDOT had met with the owners of the
quarry property and the railroad. He advised that adjacent property owners stated they would like
to see the road stay in the state system.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
There were no public comments.
Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Fisher, the Board approved
both the discontinuance and abandonment of Route 749.
WHEREAS, a public notice was posted as prescribed under 933.1-151, Code of Virginia,
announcing a public hearing to receive comments concerning abandoning the section of road
described below from the secondary system of state highways; and
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Transportation was provided
the prescribed notice of this Board's intent to abandon the subject section ofroad; and
WHEREAS, after considering all evidence available, this Board is satisfied that no public
necessity exists for the continuance of the section of Secondary Route 749 (Quarry Lane) from 0.05
mile south of Route 672 to 0.15 miles south of Route 672, a distance of 0.10 miles, and hereby
deems that section of road is no longer necessary as a part of the Secondary System of State
Highways.
NQW, THEREFQRE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board abandons the above described
section of road and removes it from the secondary system of state highways, pursuant to 933.1-151,
Code of Virginia.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this Board endorses VDOT's discontinuance ofthe above
described section of Road as a part of the secondary system of state highways, pursuant to 933.1-
151, Code of Virginia.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to the
Resident Engineer of the Virginia Department of Transportation.
ADOPTED this ~ day of April, 2006.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - ABANDONMENT - SIR JOHN'S ROAD (ROUTE 667) -
(RESOLUTION #057-06) THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF
FREDERICK WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A PROPOSAL
TO ABANDON SIR JOHN'S ROAD (ROUTE 667), FROM 1.13 MILES
NORTHEAST OF ROUTE 668 EAST TO 1.51 MILES NORTHEAST OF ROUTE
668, A DISTANCE OF 0.38 MII,ES, PER ~33.1-151. CODE OF VIRGINIA, 1950, AS
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AMENDED-APPROVED
Administrator Riley advised this was a request to abandon a 0.38 mile seetion of Route 667.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
There were no public comments.
Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Dove, the Board approved
the abandonment of Route 667.
WHEREAS, a public notice was posted as prescribed under 933.1-151, Code of Virginia,
announcing a public hearing to receive comments concerning abandoning the section of road
described below from the secondary system of state highways; and
WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Virginia Department of Transportation was provided
the prescribed notice of this Board's intent to abandon the subject seetion of road; and
WHEREAS, after considering all evidence available, this Board is satisfied that no publie
necessity exists for the continuance ofthe section of Secondary Route 667 (Sir John's Road) from
1.13 mile Northeast of Route 668 East to 1.51 miles Northeast of Route 668 East, a distance of 0.38
miles, and hereby deems that section of road is no longer necessary as a part of the Secondary
System of State Highways.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board abandons the above described
section of road and removes it from the secondary system of state highways, pursuant to 933.1-151,
Code of Virginia.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy ofthis resolution be forwarded to the
Resident Engineer of the Virginia Department of Transportation.
ADOPTED this ~ day of April, 2006.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
PLANNING COMMISSION
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #02-06 OF JOSEPH SNAPP
AND ROBERT RHODES FOR A WAYSIDE MARKET. THIS PROPERTY IS
LOCATED AT 1107 CEDAR CREEK GRADE (ROUTE 622). AND IS IDENTIFIED
WITH PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 63-A-2-F. IN THE SHAWNEE
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT - APPROVED
Zoning and Subdivision Administrator Mark Cheran appeared before the Board regarding
this item. He advised this was an application for a conditional usc permit for a wayside stand. The
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five (5) acre property is currently zoned R-A (Rural Areas) District. There were no advcrse agency
comments.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of the conditional use permit with the following
conditions:
1. All review agency comments shall be complied with at all times.
2. The site shall be allowed to have one freestanding sign. Maximum height of freestanding
sign shall be ten (10) feet. Maximum size of a freestanding sign shall be twenty-five (25)
square feet.
3. No internally illuminated signs shall be allowed outside of the building.
4. Maximum size of a building-mounted sign shall be ten (10) square feet.
5. Dumpsters shall be completely enclosed by an opaque fence with a minimum setback of60
feet from Cedar Creek Grade.
6. A minimum of nine (9) lined parking spaces with wheel stops, and a minimum of double
prime and seal, shall be installed prior to the operation of the off-premise Wayside Market.
7. Any expansion or change of use will require a new Conditional Use Permit.
He concluded by saying the applicant was present to answer any questions.
Chairman Shickle convened the public hearing.
There were no citizen comments.
Chairman Shickle closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor Fisher, seconded by Supervisor Van Osten, the Board
approved CUP #02-06 with the conditions as stated.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jf.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Aye
Absent
Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING #02-06 OF SHENANDOAH UNIVERSITY.
SUBMITTED BY PATTON HARRIS RUST & ASSOCIATES. TO REZONE 1.2
ACRES FROM RP (RESIDENTIAL PERFORMANCE) DISTRICT TO HE (HIGHER
EDUCATION) DISTRICT WITH PROFFERS. THE PROPERTIES ARE LOCATED
ON THE EAST AND WEST SIDES OF TULANE DRIVE (ROUTE 797).
APPROXIMATELY 650' NORTH OF MILLWOOD PIKE (ROUTE 50). AND ARE
IDENTIFIED BY PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS 64-A-I09 AND 64-A-
] 10. IN THE SHAWNEE MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT - APPROVED
Chairman Shickle and Supervisor fisherrecused themselves for discussion and consideration
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of this item due to an appeared conflict of interest.
Vice Chairman Ewing chaired this portion of the meeting.
Deputy Planning Director Mike Ruddy appeared before the Board regarding this item. He
advised this was a request to rezone l.2 acres from RP (Residential Performance) District to HE
(Higher Education) District. The Eastern Frederick Land Use Plan recognizes uses associated with
Shenandoah University with Higher Education being an appropriate use for this property. He went
on to say that Tulane Drive will be improved to meet VDOT standards. With regard to the impacts
associated with the Higher Education District, the applicant is encouraged to screen and landscape.
The applicant has provided a revised proffer statement to restrict site development to Tulane Drive
and the new campus road network. The Planning Commission recommended approval with access
to Price Drive restricted.
Patrick Sowers, Patton Harris Rust & Associates, advised that Tulane Drive goes through
the 1.2 acre site and makes the developable portion of the property less than 1 acre.
Vice Chairman Ewing convened the public hearing.
There were no public comments.
Vice Chairman Ewing closed the public hearing.
Upon a motion by Supervisor DeHaven, seconded by Supervisor Van Osten, the Board
approved Rezoning #02-06.
WHEREAS, Rezoning #02-06 of Shenandoah University, submitted by Patton Harris Rust
& Associates, to rezone 1.2 acres from RP (Rcsidential Performance) District to HE (Higher
Education) District with proffers was considered. The properties are located on the east and west
sides of Tulane Drive (Route 797), approximately 650' north of Millwood Pike (Route 50), in the
Shawnee Magisterial District, and are identified by Property Identification Numbers 64-A-l 09 and
64-A-llO.
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on this rezoning on March l5,
2006; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on this rezoning on Aprill2,
2006; and
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors finds the approval ofthis 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
Map to change 1.2 acres from RP (Residential Pcrformance) District to HE (Higher Education)
District with proffers, as described by the application and plat submitted, subject to the attached
conditions voluntarily proffered in writing by the applicant and the property owner.
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This ordinance shall be in effect on the date of adoption.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle
Bill M. Ewing
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Gary W. Dove
Gene Fisher
Philip A. Lemieux
Barbara E. Van Osten
Abstained
Aye
Aye
Aye
Abstained
Absent
Aye
Vice Chairman Ewing returned the gavel to Chairman Shickle.
OTHER PLANNING ITEMS
ROAD RESOLUTION (#063-06) - GLENDOBBIN RIDGE SUBDIVISION -
APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Additions 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 ofthe 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
fro addition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board requests the Virginia Department
of Transportation to add the streets described in the attached Additions Form AM-4.3 to the
secondary system of state highways, pursuant to 33.1-229, Code of Virginia, and the Department's
Subdivision Street Requirements; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this Board guarantees a clear and unrestricted right-of-
way, as described, and any necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy ofthis resolution be forwarded to the
Resident Engineer for the Virginia Department of Transportation.
This item was approved under the consent agenda.
BOARD LIAISON REPORTS
Supervisor Van Osten reported the April 3, 2006 Conservation Easement public forum was
very successful with about 80 people attending.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Robert SwartzeIJ, Shawnee District, asked how he could get a copy of agenda attachments.
Chairman Shickle advised he could contact the County Administrator's Office.
Bill Dodson, Shawnee District and President of Lakeside Homeowners' Association, asked
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the Board for more police patrols in his subdivision following several items of drug paraphernalia
were found in the neighborhood's common areas. He went on to say there was a strong need fo
more police patrols because there was a lot of under aged drinking.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
Supervisor Van Osten expressed her dismay about the amount of trash along the roads,
especially along 1-81 between exits 307 through 310.
ADJOURN
UPON A MOTION BY VICE CHAIRMAN EWING, SECONDED BY SUPERVISO
DEHAVEN, THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THIS
BOARD, THIS MEETING IS HEREBY ADJOURNED. (9:11 P.M.)
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Richard C. Shickle
Chairman, Board of Supervisors
{ohn R. Riley, Jr.
Clerk, Board of Supervisors
Minutes Prepared By:
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Jay E Ti s
Deputy Clerk, Board of Supervisors
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