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REGULAR MEETING FREDERICK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 2018
7:00 P.M.
BOARD ROOM, COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
107 NORTH KENT STREET, WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of Agenda
Consent AgendaAttachment
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Minutes
Budget Work Session of April 9, 2018
Regular Meeting of April 11, 2018
Committee Reports
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Parks and Recreation Commission
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Finance Committee
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Summer& Holiday Board Meeting Schedule
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Road Resolution – Fieldstone Section II
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Resolution of Appreciation for Louis F. Dusing
Resolution Honoring the 2018 VHSL Class 4 State Champion
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Millbrook High SchoolPioneers Girls’ Basketball Team
(For presentation at a future meeting to be determined)
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Citizen Comments – Agenda Items that are not the subject of a Public Hearing
Board of Supervisors Comments
County Officials
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Presentation by Flags of Valor
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Committee Appointments
Social Services Board
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Red Bud District Representative
One unexpired 4-year term ending 06/30/20
Board of Building Appeals
One unexpired 5-year term ending 11/10/2018
Historic Resources Advisory Board
Shawnee District Representative
Term of Carl Rush expires 05/22/18. Mr. Rush is willing to serve if reappointed.
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Petition for Mountain Falls Park to become a Sanitary District
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Requests from the Commissioner of the Revenue for Refunds
Rolling Frito Lay Sales, L.P. - $3,283.76
Essroc Ready Mix Corp - $3,946.74
Committee Business
Parks and Recreation Commission
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1.ResolutionAuthorizing Preserving Open Space at Frederick Heights
2.Set Public Hearing for Frederick Water Easement Sherando Park
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Finance Committee
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1.The Sheriff requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $12,723
This amount represents prisoner extradition mileage reimbursemenNo local funds required.
The committee recommends approval.
2.The Sheriff requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $27,941.25
This amount represents reimbursement for four (4) auto insuranceNo local funds required.
The committee recommends approval.
3.The Sheriff requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $32,287.50.
This amount represents unbudgeted revenue received for local traNo local funds required.
The committee recommends approval.
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4.The Sheriff requests a General Fund budget transfer in the amount of $100,000 for the purchase of an
armor vehicle for the Tactical Team. This amount represents funexpected to be unspent for the
current year which are budgeted for health insurance. The committee recommends denial.
5.The Winchester Regional Airport Executive Director requests an FY19 Airport Capital Fund
supplemental appropriation in the amount of $705,000. This amount represents the Airport
Capital budget for FY19. The committee recommends approval.
6.The Parks & Recreation Director requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount
of $20,000. This amount represents a donation from McKee Foods Corporation for the installation
of the Frederick Heights Trail. No local funds required. The committee recommends approval.
7.The Voter Registrar requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $43,603.70.
This amount represents funds needed for the June primary elections. Local funds are required. The
committee recommends approval.
8.The Finance Department requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$2,527.72. This amount represents Winter Storm Jonas 2016 reimbursement from VDEM for Middletown,
Clearbrook, Gainesboro, and North Mountain Fire & Rescue companies. No local funds required.
The committee recommends approval.
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Public Hearings (Non Planning Issues)
Outdoor Festival Permit Request of Meso Creso –Nomadico------------------------------------------------M
Pursuant to the Frederick County Code, Chapter 86, Festivals; Section 86-3,
Permit Required; Application; Issuance or Denial; Fee; for an Outdoor Festival
Permit.Festival to be Held on Friday, June 8, 2018, from 12:00 Noon to Monday,
June 11,2018, 12:00 Noonon the Grounds of the Cove Campground, 980 Cove
Road, Gore, Virginia in the Back Creek Magisterial District.Property Owned by
Alexander W. K. McDowell and McDowell Family, LLC.
Planning Commission Business
Public Hearings
Rezoning #05-17 for O-N Minerals (Chemstone)-------------------------------------------------------------------N
d/b/a Carmeuse Lime & Stone, CONTINUED from March 14, 2018
Submitted by Lawson and Silek, PLC., to Amend the Proffers for this Property;
Rezoning 394.2 Acres from the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with Proffer
to the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with Revised Proffers. The Properties
are Situated Generally West of the Town of Middletown.Specifically, the Middle Marsh
Property is Located East of Belle View Lane (Route 758), and West and Adjacent to
Hites Road (Route 625) and is Further Traversed by Chapel Road (Route 627).The
Northern Reserve is Bounded to the South by Cedar Creek and is West and Adjacent
to Meadow Mills Road (Route 624).The Properties are Identified with Property
Identification Numbers 83-A-109 and 90-A-23 in the Back Creek Magisterial District.
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Public Hearings, continued
Conditional Use Permit #02-18 for Alisha Feltner –--------------------------------------------------------------O
Submitted for a Cottage Occupation for a Nail Salon.The Property is
Located at 464 Layside Drive, Winchester, Virginia and is Identified with Property
Identification Number 51-A-129 in the Back Creek Magisterial District.
Other Planning Business
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Board Liaison Reports
Citizen Comments
Board of Supervisors Comments
Adjourn
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MINUTES
Frederick County Board of Supervisors
BudgetWork Session
Monday, April 9, 2018
4:00p.m.
Board Room, 107 North Kent Street, Winchester, VA
ATTENDEES
Board of Supervisors:
Chairman Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.; ViceChairman Gary A.
Lofton; Blaine P. Dunn;Judith McCann-Slaughter; J. Douglas McCarthy; Robert W. Wells and
Shannon G. Troutwere present.Staff present:Kris C. Tierney, County Administrator;Jay E.
Tibbs, Deputy County Administrator;Cheryl B. Shiffler, Finance Director; Jennifer Place, Budget
Analyst; Sharon Kibler, Assistant Finance Director;Rod Williams, County Attorney; Ellen
Murphy, Commissioner of the Revenue; William Orndoff, Treasurer; Ann W. Phillips, Deputy
Clerk to the Board of Supervisors.
Finance Committee members
present: Angela Rudolph
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman DeHaven called the meeting to order at 4:04p.m.
DISCUSSION
The Board discussed the proposed airplane tax. By consensus, the Board agreed to set the
tax rate at $0.50 per $100 of assessed value only on aircraft under 20,000 pounds.
The Board discussed a proposal from Supervisors Dunn and McCarthy that calls for a
reduction in school operating funds of $865,000 which would be allocated to school capital with
a corresponding appropriation from fund balance, and $570,000 from the one cent real estate tax
increaseto be budgeted for school capital expenses.
Supervisor Slaughter noted that there may be increased coststo the County if the General
Assembly approves Medicaid expansion.
Supervisor Trout said she preferred that monies from the proposed one-cent tax increase
be spent on adding deputies and suggested taking the $2.7 million from the fund balance to fully
fund the schools’ request.
Supervisor McCarthy said the proposal was not a reduction in funding since it is an increase
over the previous year. He noted constituents had called for better school building
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maintenance.
Supervisor Slaughter expressed support for the Dunn-McCarthy proposal.
Supervisor Trout said the proposed budget is a reduction in planned operating expenses
and will affect the staff and students. She said the proposal is not in line with what constituents
have been asking for.
Vice Chairman Lofton expressedsupport for the Dunn-McCarthy proposal.
Supervisor Trout said she appreciated the one-cent tax increase and added that it is not wise
to reduce the schools’ operating expenses.
Supervisor McCarthy referenced the comment about students being affected and said that
children also suffer when building maintenance is not performed.
Vice Chairman Lofton said that the school overcrowding data is artificial because the
school division had recently adopted state recommendations containing new numbers. Supervisor
Trout said the overcrowding issue is real and cited an example from her classroom when she did
not have enough student desks.
Supervisor Wells said the situation between the two Boards is about more than money and
the Boards need develop a way to trust each other. He said there are capital needs for the schools
as well as in the Countyand in the long term, department heads and other leaders need to be trusted.
Supervisor Trout said constituents spoke about the Aylor school issue, but they did not
realize that a reduction in the school operating budget was on the table.
Supervisor McCarthy said that maintenance should be done first followed by adding to the
operating budget. He said that the Aylor issue needs to be dealt with, and if the fund balance is
used then the County will not be able to pay for the next unfunded mandate.
Supervisor Dunn said he does not like the one-cent tax increase, but sees it as buying time
for a year. He said that the County needs to raise revenue.
Supervisor Trout expressed concern that the Board has not been compromising with the
schools and appears to be telling the School Board to reduce spending rather than asking that itdo
so.
The Chairman said there appeared to be consensus and asked Ms. Shiffler to clarify the
wording of the draft budget resolution. Ms. Shiffler said the resolution will call for an increase in
the real estate taxrateof one-cent per $100 of assessed value, atax of $0.50 per $100 of assessed
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value on aircraft under 20,000 pounds,a reduction of $865,000 from school operating with a similr
increase in school capital, $570,000 from the one-cent real estate tax increase appropriated for
school capital, and an appropriation of $865,000 from fund balance designated for school capital
expenses.
OTHER
Supervisor Slaughter requested that staff prioritize proposed capital expenses as well as
new position requests.
By consensus, the Board agreed to work sessions scheduled for 4:00 pm on April 17, and
April 24, 2018.
The Board and staff discussed whether both the proposed budget and the proposed tax rate
should be specified in one motion and resolution,as has been the normal procedure, or if the two
items should be handled in separate motions.
Supervisor Slaughter provided information on school capacity based on square footage.
By consensus the Board agreed to request that a representative of the School Board attend a work
session to provide clarification on the issue.
ADJOURN
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 5:25p.m.
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
FREDERICK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2018
7:00 P.M.
BOARD ROOM, COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
107 NORTH KENT STREET, WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
ATTENDEES
Board of Supervisors:
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr., Chairman; Gary A. Lofton, Vice
Chairman; Blaine P. Dunn; J. Douglas McCarthy; Judith McCann-Slaughter; Shannon G. Trout;
and Robert W. Wells were present.
Staff present:
Kris C. Tierney, County Administrator; Jay E. Tibbs, Deputy County
Administrator; Roderick B. Williams, County Attorney; Karen Vacchio, Public Information
Officer; Michael T. Ruddy, Director of Planning and Development; Mark Cheran, Zoning &
Subdivision Administrator; Tyler Klein, Planner and Ann W. Phillips, Deputy Clerk to the Board
of Supervisors
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman DeHaven called the meeting to orderat 7:00 p.m.
INVOCATION
Vice Chairman Lofton delivered the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Supervisor McCarthy led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA - APPROVED
Upon motion of Supervisor Dunn, seconded by Supervisor McCarthy, the agenda was
adopted on a voice vote.
ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA – APPROVED
Upon motion of Supervisor Dunn, seconded by Supervisor Slaughter, the consent agenda
was adopted on a voice vote.
-Minutes:Budget Work Session ofMarch 28, 2018 -
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
-Minutes: Meeting of March 28, 2018 -
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
-Minutes:Budget Work Session ofApril 4, 2018 -
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
-Transportation Committee Report (Appendix 1) -
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
-Resolution for Employee of the Month Jonathan D. Beckley-
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
FREDERICK COUNTY EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH JONATHAN D. BECKLEY
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors recognizes that the County's employees
are a most important resource; and,
WHEREAS, on September 9, 1992, the Board of Supervisors approved a resolution which
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established the Employee of the Month award and candidates for the award may be nominated
by any County employee; and,
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors upon recommendation by the Human Resources
Committee selects one employee from those nominated; and,
WHEREAS, Jonathan D. Beckley who serves as a Correctional Officer II with the Northwestern
Regional Adult Detention Center was nominated for Employee of the Month; and,
WHEREAS, On January 20, 2018, Officer Beckley was supervising a Nurse Sick Call with an
inmate. During the sick call, the Nurse removed the inmate’s sock and discovered a plastic
baggie containing a white rock looking substance. Officer Beckley immediately called the on-
duty Watch Commander and went to where the inmate was housed to assist in searching the
inmate’s living space to ensure there were no other drugs or items the inmates are not permitted
to have in their possession. While searching the inmate’s bed area, Officer Beckley discovered
papers containing the same drug found previously during the sick call. Officer Beckley
immediately confiscated the papers and maintained custody of them until he could pass them to
be secured in the evidence safe. Officer Beckley’s dedication, perseverance, and follow-through
helped ensure the safety and security of the facility and ensured that the illegal drugs stemming
from this incident were removed from the facility; and,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors this
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11 day of April 2018, that Jonathan D. Beckley is hereby recognized as the Frederick County
Employee of the Month for April 2018; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors extends gratitude to Jonathan D.
Beckley for his outstanding performance and dedicated service and wishes him continued
success in future endeavors; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Jonathan D. Beckley is hereby entitled to all of the rights
and privileges associated with his award.
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-Resolution of Opposition to Expanded Medicaid in Virginia -
CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
RESOLUTION IN OPPOSITION TO MEDICAID EXPANSION
IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Frederick, Vi
about the proposed expansion of Medicaid, specifically the finan
level and
WHEREAS, the best available estimates project an increase in Med
County to be somewhere between 2,500 and 3,000 new cases, and
WHEREAS, based on those projections, Frederick County would be f
increase staffing within the Department of Social Services with the anticipated an
this new staffing being in excess of $390,000, exclusive of the
to house this additional staffing, and
WHEREAS this additional staffing is needed to make caseloads more manageable because it is
anticipated that the number of Medicaid cases per case worker wi
for current staff members and
WHEREAS, our concerns and frustrations are further magnified by Frederick
budget, but the General Assembly has failed
County is attempting to finalize the annual County
to resolve this issue which significantly impacts our local budget, and
WHEREAS, without any financial assistance or cost sharing from t
yet another unfunded mandate thrust upon local governments with
bill,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the County of Frederick is o
expansion of the Medicaid Program in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT as the General Assembly prepares to
important issue, we, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors,
significant local impact of Medicaid expansion and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED THAT ultimately, should the decision be m
Medicaid, it is imperative that the Commonwealth include funding
will be forced to administer the program.
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CITIZEN COMMENTS
-None
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
- None
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COUNTY OFFICIALS:
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Mr. Tibbs noted that staff will be forwarding some recently received applications for the
position on the Board of Building Appeals.
PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH AWARD TO JONATHAN D.
BECKLEY
Chairman DeHaven and Vice Chairman Lofton presented the Employee of the Month
Award to Jonathan D. Beckley.
REQUESTS FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUE FOR REFUNDS -
APPROVED
Mr. Tierney explained there were two requests for refunds that have been reviewed by
the County Attorney.
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of and corresponding supplemental
appropriations for the refund request by Shenandoah Refrigeration, Inc. for $3.283.76, and by
Duncan H. Pollitt for $3,946.74. Vice Chairman Lofton seconded the motion which carried on a
roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye Shannon G. Trout Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye Robert W. Wells Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
JudithMcCann-SlaughterAye
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Supervisor Trout stated she wants to disclose for the record, relative to the following item
and pursuant to the State and Local Government Conflict of Interests Act, that she is employed
by Frederick County Public Schools as a teacher and therefore is a member of a group who is or
may be affected by the item, and that she is able to participate in the transaction fairly,
objectively, and in the public interest.
ADOPTION OF FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019 BUDGETAND APPROPRIATIONSAND
SETTING OF 2018 TAX RATES –APPROVED
Supervisor Slaughter moved that that the Board adopt a real estate tax rate and, as to aircraft, a
personal property tax rate, as follows:
• $0.61 per $100 of assessed value on real estate;
• $0.01 per $100 of assessed value on aircraft having a registered empty gross
weight equal to or greater than 20,000 pounds that are not owned or
operated by scheduled air carriers recognized under federal law; and
• $0.50 per $100 of assessed value on all other aircraft.
Supervisor Wells seconded the motion.
Vice Chairman Lofton said a lot of hard work has been put in the budget. He said he is in
favor of the increased airplane tax but he will be voting against the proposed real estate tax
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increase.
Supervisor Trout said that although she is in favor of the tax
support the budget because it does not meet the needs of the com
increase is not enough to fully fund the school divisions budge
the capital needs. She referenced the many constituents who cam
investment in the community. Supervisor Trout said that this budget not only does not address
the needs, it sets the County up for failure in the future as th
current infrastructure. She concluded saying the proposed budget is not
and will cause the quality of life to decline in the future.
The motion setting the tax rates for 2018 carried on the following roll call vote:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye Shannon G. Trout No
Gary A. Lofton No Robert W. Wells Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
JudithMcCann-SlaughterAye
Mr. Tierney explained there were two proposed budget resolutions: one enclosed in the
agenda packet, and the alternate version prepared following the April 9, 2018, budget work
session. He said the figures in the two versions vary somewhat in how the funds are
appropriated, and in the funds budgeted for school operating expenses with the newer alternate
version of the resolution calling for $865,000 less than the previous version. Mr. Tierney said
the third difference in the versions is the newer alternate specifies $2.3 million for school capital
costs.
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of the alternate version of the budget resolution
for 2018-2019 as agreed by consensus of the Board at the April 9, 2018, work session.
Supervisor Wells seconded the motion.
Vice Chairman Lofton said hard work had gone in to the budget resolution and he is in
favor of the increased spending on capital needs. He said that since had voted against the tax
increase, he would abstain from voting on the budget resolution.
Supervisor Dunn said the alternate budget resolution increases school funding by 5.36%
and $8.5 million over last year and is an attempt to bridge competing interests. He said the
community is growing and asked that it be recognized that this budget is an increase in school
funding that addresses capital needs as expressed by the School Board.
Supervisor Slaughter thanked those involved in the budget process including Supervisor
McCarthy and Chairman DeHaven for contacting School Board Chairman Dr. Lamanna, and
Supervisor Dunn for his spreadsheet work. She said the budget has evolved and noted that the
General Assembly has not yet concluded the state budget process which will affect Frederick
County. Supervisor Slaughter noted that the question of Medicaid expansion in Virginia has yet
to be decided and that the County may be facing an unfunded mandate. She referenced the
schools’ capital needs saying the alternate budget calls for an additional $2.3 million for school
capital projects in addition to $8 million more in operating funds than last year. She concluded
saying that the alternate budget addresses most of the public safety needs and has a reduction in
the use of fund balance in comparison to last year.
Supervisor McCarthy said the alternate budget is far from perfect adding that the Board
hears from two constituencies: those who favor a tax increase and those who are opposed to a tax
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increase. He said that all agree that there are school buildings falling into disrepair. He
continued saying that though the proposed budget offers less in school operating funds, there is
still an increase over the current year,adding that before new programs are started the current
capital needs should be addressed. Supervisor McCarthy said that he had been opposed to a tax
increase, but after hearing the comments about school maintenance he supports the increase
because the capital needs will be met. He encouraged the School Board to use leftover funds at
year end toward maintenance expenses and said he looked forward to a better working
relationship with the School Board in the future, especially as the issue of Aylor Middle School
is addressed.
The motion for adoption of the alternate budget resolution was carried on a roll call vote
as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye Shannon G. Trout No
Gary A. Lofton Abstain Robert W. Wells Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
JudithMcCann-SlaughterAye
FY 2018-2019 BUDGET RESOLUTION
WHEREAS a notice of public hearing and budget synopsis has been pub
hearing held on March 28, 2018, in accordance with Title 15.2, C-2506,
of the Code of Virginia, 1950 as amended.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Frederick, Virginia,
that the budget for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year as advertised in The Winchester Star on March
19, 2018, be hereby approved in the amount of $426,399,578.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County of Frederick budget for the 2018-2019 fiscal
year be adopted
and the funds appropriated as follows:
General Operating Fund $181,468,228
Regional Jail Fund 22,789,176
Landfill Fund 7,502,138
Division of Court Services Fund 562,348
Shawneeland Sanitary District Fund 1,085,091
Airport Operating Fund 1,646,442
Lake Holiday Sanitary District Fund 779,998
EMS Revenue Recovery Fund 1,522,400
Economic Development Authority Fund 603,483
School Operating Fund 168,455,680
School Debt Service Fund 14,966,405
School Capital Projects Fund 3,300,000
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School Nutrition Services Fund 8,000,493
School Textbook Fund 4,261,037
NREP Operating Fund 5,491,659
NREP Textbook Fund 65,000
Consolidated Services/Maintenance Fund 3,600,000
School Private Purpose Funds 300,000
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the Coun
does herein adopt the tax rates for the 2018 assessment year as
Property Taxes Rates per $100 of assessed value
$0.61 Applied to real estate, including mobile homes
Applied to personal property including
$4.86
business equipment
$2.25 Applied to personal property on one vehicle to
volunteer firefighters that are approved and
registered with the Frederick County Fire and
Rescue Department
$0.01 Applied to aircraft having a registered empty
gross weight equal to or greater than 20,000
pounds that are not owned or operated by
scheduled air carriers recognized under
federal law
$0.50 Applied to all other aircraft
Zero tax Applied to antique vehicles and mopeds
$2.00 On declining values to be applied to
machinery and tools. The declining values are
60% for year one, 50% for year two, 40% for
year three, and 30% for year four and all
subsequent years.
$2.00 On apportioned percentage of book values to
be applied to Contract Carrier Vehicles and
equipment
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Business and Professional Occupational License Rates
Contractors $0.16 per $100 of gross receipts
Retail $0.20 per $100 of gross receipts
Financial, Real Estate, and Professional $0.58 per $100 of gross receipts
Services
Repair, personal and business services $0.36 per $100 of gross receipts
and all other businesses and
occupations not specifically listed or
exempted in the County Code
Wholesale $0.05 per $100 of purchases
The tax rates for other businesses and occupations specifically
are also unchanged.
Other General Taxes
Meals tax 4% of gross receipts
Transient Occupancy tax 2.5% of gross receipts
Vehicle License Taxes $25 per vehicle and $10 per motorcycle
Sanitary Landfill Fees
$50 Per ton for commercial/industrial
$45 Per ton for construction demolition debris
$20 Per ton for municipal waste
$38 Per ton for municipal sludge
$15 Per ton for Miscellaneous Rubble Debris
Shawneeland Sanitary District Taxes
$190 Unimproved Lots
$560 Improved Lots
Lake Holiday Sanitary District Taxes
$678 Buildable Lots
$264 Unbuildable Lots
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Lots owned by Lake Holiday Country Club, Inc.
$0 Buildable Lots and Unbuildable Lots
Star Fort Subdivision Taxes/Fees
$60 Per Lot
Street Light Fees
Oakdale Crossing and Fredericktowne $45 annually
Green Acres $25 annually
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that appropriations are hereby authorized
stores fund, special welfare fund, comprehensive services fund, county health insurance fund,
school health insurance fund, length of service fund, special gr
benefits fund, maintenance insurance fund, development project f
commonwealth sales tax fund, unemployment compensation fund, Forfeited Assets Program
and Four-For-Life, Fire Programs and Economic Incentive funds equal to the t
on hand at July 1, 2018, plus the total amount of receipts for t-2019. The
Fire Company Capital appropriation will include the current year
funds at the end of the fiscal year 2018.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that funding for all outstanding encumbra
2018, are re-appropriated to the 2018-2019 fiscal year to the same department and account for
which they are encumbered in the 2017-2018 fiscal year.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the construction fund projects are a
carryforward in the amount that equals the approved original pro
and encumbrances through June 30, 2018.
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COMMITTEE BUSINESS – None
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Non Planning Issues) - None
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PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
Public Hearings
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #03-18 for TRUMPET VINE FARM, LLC - APPROVED
Submitted for Establishment of a Special Event Facility in the RA (Rural Areas)Zoning
District.The Property is Located at 266 Vaucluse Road, Stephens City, Virginia and is Identified
with Property Identification Number 85-A-6C in theBack Creek Magisterial District.
Planner Tyler Kleinsaid the request is for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to permit the
establishment of a special event facility for private events such as weddings or other similar type
events and such special event facility is a permitted use in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District
with an approved CUP. He said the Applicant, Trumpet Vine Farm, has been operating a special
event facility for weddings and other events since 2012 under the County’s annual Festival
Permit process, and currently has an approved Festival Permit (approved by the Board of
Supervisors on March 14, 2018), which will be superseded by this CUP application.
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Mr. Klein said the proposed use will take place on an existing 68-acre property, which
includes a single-family detached residence, open outdoor pavilion with retractable sides, a
storage building, and a gravel parking area to accommodate guests/visitors. He said the special
event center will be accessed via a private driveway from Vaucluse Road (Route 638). Mr. Klein
continued saying portable restroom facilities will be provided for special events, and in the
future, the Applicant may also construct permanent restroom facilities and a larger enclosed
space for indoor events. He said the property is surrounded by RA (Rural Areas) zoned property,
which includes open space, agricultural uses, and single-family detached residences. Mr. Klein
noted the Board of Supervisors added “special event facilities” to the conditional use list for the
County’s Rural Areas Zoning District in May 2017 to support additional opportunities for
agribusiness and agritourism, and the proposed use is consistent with the goals and strategies
expressed in the 2035 Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Klein said that should the Board of Supervisors find this application for a special
event facility to be appropriate, the Planning Commission recommends that the following
conditions be attached to the CUP:
1. All review agency comments shall be complied with at all times.
2. An illustrative sketch plan, in accordance with the requirements of Article VIII of the
Fredrick County Zoning Ordinance, shall be submitted to and approved by
Frederick County prior to the establishment of the use.
3. A commercial entrance, including recordation of a sight distance easement, should be
permitted and complete within one (1) year approval of this CUP.
4. Events shall start no earlier than 10 a.m. and all events and related activities shall
conclude by midnight.
5. Events may accommodate up to and not to exceed 450 persons.
6. One (1) monument style sign with a maximum sign area not to exceed 50 square
feet (SF) and not to exceed 10 feet (FT) in height is permitted.
7. Any expansion or modification of this use will require the approval of a new CUP.
Supervisor Slaughter inquired about the consequence of the CUP if the applicant were
not able to get the sight-distance easement mentioned in the VDOT comment. Mr. Klein said
this issue is covered by the applicant agreeing to follow all review agency comments where
conditions are specified. He said that if the easement were not granted, then the matter would be
brought back to the Board for revocation of the permit.
Mr. Spears, the applicant, said he is working on the easement issue.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. Chairman
DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Vice Chairman Lofton moved for approval of Conditional Use Permit #03-18 for
Trumpet Vine Farm, LLC. Supervisor McCarthy seconded the motion which carried on a roll
call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye Shannon G. Trout Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye Robert W. Wells Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
JudithMcCann-SlaughterAye
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ORDINANCE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #03-18
TRUMPT VINE FARMS SPECIAL EVENT FACILITY
WHEREAS, Conditional Use Permit #03-18 for a Special Event Facility, submitted by Trumpet Vine
Farms was considered. The subject property is generally located ens City,
about 2 miles south of Route 11, on Vaucluse Road (Route 638) an
Identification Number 85-A-6C, in the Back Creek Magisterial Dis
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Planning Commission held a public hearing o
Conditional Use Permit on April 4, 2018 and recommended approval
Permit with conditions; and,
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on this
Conditional Use Permit during their regular meeting on April 11,
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors finds the approval of
Use Permit to be in the best interest of the public health, safend 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 treflect that
Conditional Use Permit Application #03-18 for a Special Event Facility on the parcel identified by
Property Identification Number 85-A-6C with the following conditions:
1. All review agency comments shall be complied with at all time
2. An illustrative sketch plan, in accordance with the requiremethe Fredrick
County Zoning Ordinance, shall be submitted to and approved by F
establishment of the use.
3. A commercial entrance, including recordation of a sight dista
permitted and complete within one (1) year approval of this CUP.
4. Events shall start no earlier than 10 a.m. and all events and conclude by
midnight.
5. Events may accommodate up to and not to exceed 450 persons.
6. One (1) monument style sign with a maximum sign area not to exceed feet (SF) and
not to exceed 10 feet (FT) in height is permitted.
7. Any expansion or modification of this use will require the apCUP.
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SOUTH FREDERICK AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT, ROY AND
LORETTA MCDONALD, 364 CARSON LANE –APPROVED
To Consider Adding Additional Parcels into the South Frederick Agricultural and Forestal District
identified with Property Identification Numbers 84-A-47B, 84-A-49B, 84-A-49G, 84-A-48A, 84-A-
48 and 85-A-3A in the Back Creek Magisterial District.
SOUTH FREDERICK AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT, JASON AND
JENNIFER MCDONALD, 388 VAUCLUSE ROAD –APPROVED
To Consider Adding Additional Parcels into the South Frederick Agricultural and Forestal District
identified with Property Identification Numbers 84-A-6D, 84-A-49E, 84-A-53C, 84-A-53D and 84-
A-53E in the Back Creek Magisterial District.
Zoning & Subdivision Administrator Mark Cheran said there were two requests from
family members to add a total of 11 parcels to the South Frederick Agricultural and Forestal
Districtwhich was established in 1980. He said the most recent renewal of this District occurred
in October 2017 with 6,248.71+/- acres contained in the District currently. Mr. Cheran said the
Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the 11parcels be added to the South
Frederick Agricultural and Forestal District. He concluded saying should both requests be
approved by the Board of Supervisors, the South Frederick Agricultural and Forestal District
would total 6,776.32+/- acres.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. Chairman
DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Vice Chairman Lofton said he appreciated the applicants being good stewards and
preserving agricultural land by placing it in the District. He moved for approval of adding six
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parcels at 364 Carson Lane to the South Frederick Agricultural and Forestal District. Supervisor
Dunn seconded the motion which carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye Shannon G. Trout Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye Robert W. Wells Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
Judith McCann-SlaughterAye
ORDINANCE
ADDITION TO THE SOUTH FREDERICK AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, an addition to the 2015-2020 South Frederick Agricultural & Forestal District was
considered. Roy and Loretta McDonald desire to add six (6) parceIdentification
Numbers 84-A-47B, 84-A-48, 84-A-48A, 84-A-49B, 84-A-49G and 85-A-3A to the South Frederick
Agricultural & Forestal District located in the Back Creek Magis request was reviewed
by the Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC), and the Commission during their
regularly scheduled meetings; and
WHEREAS, The Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC) recommended approval of this
addition on January 23, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on this addition t
Frederick Agricultural & Forestal District on March 7, 2018 and of this addition;
and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on this addition
Frederick Agricultural & Forestal District on April 11, 2018; an
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors finds the addition to
South Frederick Agricultural & Forestal District contributes to the conservation and preservation of
agricultural and forestal land in Frederick County;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors as follows:
The Frederick County Board of Supervisors hereby adopts the addiSouth Frederick
Agricultural & Forestal District of 351.89± acres in the Back CrDistrict, with an
expiration date of May 27, 2020. This Agricultural & Forestal Didescribed on the attached map
dated 12/19/17 and the attached property owners table dated 12/1
the day of adoption.
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Vice Chairman Lofton moved for approval of adding five parcels at 388 Vaucluse Road
to the South Frederick Agricultural and Forestal District. Supervisor Dunn seconded the motion
which carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye Shannon G. Trout Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye Robert W. Wells Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
JudithMcCann-SlaughterAye
ORDINANCE
ADDITION TO THE SOUTH FREDERICK AGRICULTURAL & FORESTAL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, an addition to the 2015-2020 South Frederick Agricultural & Forestal District was
considered. Jason and Jennifer McDonald desire to add five (5) p
Identification Numbers 84-A-6D, 84-A-49E, 84-A-53C, 84-A-53D, and 84-A-53E to the South Frederick
Agricultural & Forestal District located in the Back Creek Magis request was reviewed
by the Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC), and the Commission during their
regularly scheduled meetings; and
WHEREAS, The Agricultural District Advisory Committee (ADAC) recommended approval of this
addition on January 23, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on this addition t
Frederick Agricultural & Forestal District on March 7, 2018 and recommended approval of this addition;
and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on this addition
Frederick Agricultural & Forestal District on April 11, 2018; an
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors finds the addition to the 2015-2020 South
Frederick Agricultural & Forestal District contributes to the co agricultural
and forestal land in Frederick County;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors as follows:
The Frederick County Board of Supervisors hereby adopts the addiSouth Frederick
Agricultural & Forestal District of 175.81± acres in the Back CrDistrict, with an
expiration date of May 27, 2020. This Agricultural & Forestal District is as described on the attached map
dated 12/19/17 and the attached property owners table dated 12/1
the day of adoption.
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Other Planning Business
WAIVER FOR MASTER DEVELOPMENT PLAN #01-18, CARBAUGH BUSINESS
CENTER - APPROVED
The Applicant intends to develop 107.21 acres of land zoned M1 (Light Industrial) and is seeking
a waiver of §144-24(C) of the Subdivision Ordinance to allow for the future division of lots with
access providedby private streets extending fromRenaissance Drive.
Planner Tyler Klein said the applicant seeks to develop 107.21 acres of land zoned M1
(Light Industrial) for the purposes of developing light industrial and warehousing uses and the
Master Development Plan (MDP) also includes dedication of 60 feet (FT) of right-of-way
(ROW) along Shady Elm Road (Route 651), 20 FT of ROW along future Renaissance Drive
(extended), a maximum of two (2) commercial entrancesalong Renaissance Drive and buffering
and screening.He said the applicant is seeking a waiver of §144-24(C) of the Subdivision
Ordinance to allow for the future division of lots with access provided by private streets
extending from Renaissance Drive. Mr. Klein continued saying the Master Development Plan
for Carbaugh Business Center appears to be consistent with the requirements of Article VIII,
Master Development Plan, of the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance, and this MDP is in a form
that is administratively approvable. He said it is also in conformance with the proffers for the
approved Rezoning #04-17. The Planning Commission did not have any comments on the MDP
and recommended approval of the waiver request.
Vice Chairman Lofton asked for verification that if further subdivision occurred, the
resulting lots would remain zoned M1 Light Industrial and not residential. Mr. Klein verified
that statement.
Upon motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Wells, the waiver
request was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye Shannon G. Trout Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye Robert W. Wells Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
JudithMcCann-SlaughterAye
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ORDINANCE AMENDMENT –SOLAR (PHOTOVOLTAIC) ENERGY FACILITIES -
RETURNED TO PLANNING DEPT. FOR ADDITIONAL REVIEW
This is a proposed amendment to Chapter 165 – Zoning Ordinance to add solar (photovoltaic)
power generating facilities (i.e. solar farms) to the conditional use list for the RA (Rural Areas)
Zoning District. The intent of this modification is to provide additional opportunities for uses in
the County’s Rural Areas that preserve the ruraland agricultural integrity of these areas and are
consistent with the goals and strategies outlined in the 2035 Comprehensive Policy Plan.
Planner Tyler Kleinsaid the proposed amendment to Chapter 165 – Zoning Ordinance to
add solar (photovoltaic) power generating facilities (i.e. solar farms) to the conditional use list
for the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District. He said currently, public utility generating facilities
are allowed by-right in the RA Zoning District, and solar generating energy facilities are
typically privately-owned and thus do not fall under the definition of a “public utility.” Mr.Klein
said staff has drafted a revision to the Zoning Ordinance to include a definition for a “solar
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(photovoltaic) energy facility,” provided supplementary use regulations, and revised the
conditional uses use list for the RA Zoning District to allow solar energy facilities with an
approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP). He added the intent of this modification is to provide
additional opportunities for uses in the County’s Rural Areas, that preserve the rural and
agricultural integrity of these areas and are consistent with the goals and strategies outlined in the
2035 Comprehensive Policy Plan. Mr. Klein said this item was discussed by the Development
Review and Regulations Committee (DRRC) at their July 27, 2017, August 24, 2017 and
September 28, 2017 regular meetings and the DRRC recommended solar energy facilities be
included in the RA Zoning District as a by-right use. He continued saying the Planning
Commission discussed this item on November 15, 2017 and agreed with the proposed text
amendment from the DRRC. Mr. Klein said the Board of Supervisors discussed this item on
January 10 and February 14, 2018, and following the Board of Supervisors discussion in
February, Staff was directed to amend the text amendment to specify solar energy facilities may
be allowed in the RA District with an approved Conditional Use Permit. The reason for this
change as discussed by the Board is to allow adjacent property owners and the general public to
provide comment on the consideration of a potential solar power generating facility. Mr. Klein
concluded saying Staff was seeking direction from the Board of Supervisors on this Zoning
Ordinance text amendment, noting the item could be directed to a public hearing should the
Board of Supervisors deem it to be appropriate.
The Board discussed the requirement of a CUP for individual properties, the minimum
acreage requirement and the possibility of requiring a surety bond as part of the CUP to provide
for clean up work in the case of a solarfarm being abandoned.
Chairman DeHaven noted that the CUP is tied to the property and may not be a good
vehicle for addressing abandonment issues. Supervisor Slaughter said that other localities require
a surety bond so that the County does not have to front the money to pay for clean-up of an
abandoned solar farm. The Board, Mr. Tierney, and County Attorney Rod Williams discussed
options for addressing protecting the County in the case of a solar farm being abandoned, and
further discussed determining the definition of abandonment. Mr. Tierney noted that a CUP is
granted in perpetuity and the administration of such a requirement may be burdensome. The
Board and staff discussed the difference between a surety bond and the more often used option of
placing a lien on a property when the County must expend resources to address an issue.
By consensus, the Board agreed to send the matter back to Planning Department Staff
with direction to review options for addressing the surety bond or lien issue, the definitionof
abandonment, and a way for the owner to pay the cost in the case of abandonment. Mr. Tierney
noted the difficulty of determining when an abandoned solar farm has reached the point of being
such a nuisance that it would necessitate tax payer dollars being spent for remediation.
BOARD LIAISON REPORTS -
None
CITIZEN COMMENTS
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Beth Shalap, Back Creek District, said a petition has been delivered to the County
Administration office which requests that Mountain Falls Park subdivision become a County-
administered sanitary district. She said there has been mismanagement at the Wild Acres POA,
which had been handling road maintenance issues, and the POA no longer has the finances to do
the job even though the membership dues were raised 33 and1/3 percent on January 1, 2018.
She requested the Board begin the process to determine the necessary cost estimates for each
developed and undeveloped lot to become part of the sanitary district.
Vice Chairman Lofton said the state law has changed and there is no clear process for this
request. He said he has been discussing the issue with County Staff and the matter may be on the
next meeting agenda.
Joy Kirk, Frederick County Education Association president and Back Creek District
resident, thanked the Board and staff for the work on the budget. She thanked the Board for the
one cent tax increase adding that it is not enough. She said the schools will now have to choose
between teaching the students and having a roof over their heads.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
Supervisor Dunn said next year’s budget will be more interesting because the new
elementary school will need to be funded. He said the budget process is a long arduous process
with competing interests and expressed hope that other options for funding will be found.
Supervisor Trout said she has forwarded an idea about surveying constituents to find out
their priorities before the next budget process.
Supervisor McCarthy thanked Mr. Tierney and his staff, including the Finance
Department staff, for their work on the budget preparation.
Supervisor Wells said in working on the budget no one gets everything he wants, and the
process involves picking and choosing. He said he heard a need to come together as one
community, and he thanked the County Staff for the work on the budget.
ADJOURN
On motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Trout, the meeting was
adjourned at 8:12 P.M.
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BOS Minutes of April 11, 2018 Appendix 1
COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Board of Supervisors
FROM:
John A. Bishop, AICP, Assistant Director - Transportation
RE:
Transportation Committee Report for Meeting of March 26, 2018
DATE:
March 27, 2018
The Transportation Committee met on Monday, March 26, 2018 at 8:30 a.m.
MembersPresentMembers Absent
Gary Lofton Chairman(voting)Mark Davis (liaison Middletown)
JudithMcCann-Slaughter (voting)Barry Schnoor (voting)
James Racey(voting)
Gary Oates (liaison PC/voting)
Lewis Boyer (liaison Stephens City)
***Items Not Requiring Board Action***
1.Ruebuck LanePetition:
Staff received a petition from several residents who reside on Macbeth Lane (private
lane) requesting the paving of Ruebuck Lane (state road).
The Committee discussed the improvements of Ruebuck Lane to be added to the
next Secondary Road Improvement Plan stopping at Macbeth Lane to increase the
score for rustic paving treatment that is used to pave unpaved roads in the
Secondary Road Improvement Plan. Staff will review the right-of-way.
Upon motion by Ms. Judith McCann-Slaughter, seconded by Mr. Gary Oates, the
Committee recommended that Staff included Ruebuck Lane in the next update of
the Secondary Road Improvement Plan.
2.MPO Work Program:
Staff provided a brief overview and provided clarity of the Winchester Frederick
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) work programs for the coming year.
107 North Kent Street, Suite 202 Winchester, Virginia 22601-5000
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The Committee discussed the potential studies or plans in long-range planning
work programs. It was recommended that Staff present to the MPO Technical
Advisory Committee as follows in prioritized order:
1.Route 7
2.Route11 North
3.Lenoir Drive
4.Exit 313-Route 50/Route 522
5.Hopewell Road/Cedar Hill Road spilt interchange
3.County ProjectUpdates
Tevis Street Extension/Airport Road/I-81 Bridge:
VDOT has authorized Staff to proceed with a roundabout design with some
clarifications to the 60% design.A meeting was held with the Department of
Historic Resources (DHR), VDOT and the Shenandoah Valley Battlefield
Foundation to clarify and dispose of comments received as part of the state
environmental review process. The Board of Supervisors approved the draft
agreement for the Northern Y which was discussed at the last Transportation
Committee meeting and has been forwarded for execution.
Renaissance Drive:
Survey work on the site is complete and discussions are ongoing with FirstEnergy
regarding powerline adjustments needed to accommodate the bridge. More details
on the timelines and commitments required by FirstEnergy are expected this
week. Boring locations for the Geotech study are being staked and the Geotech
study is expected to be completed in early April. Upon completion of the
Geotech, design begins in earnest and 30% bridge designer has provided some
preliminary options. Staff is awaiting a response from CSX regarding the design
reviewagreement.
Coverstone Drive:
No activity currently.
Jubal Early Drive Extension and Interchange with Route 37:
No activity currently.
4.Upcoming Agenda Items:
April
MPO Route 11 South Stars Study update
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Begin Interstate, Primary, and Secondary Road Plan updates (dependent on
VDOT projections becoming available)
TBD
Oakdale Crossing Traffic Calming Study
5.OtherBusiness:
Upcoming CTB hearing
JAB/ks
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RESOLUTION
Frederick County Board of Supervisors
DEAD OF EASEMENT TO FREDERICK COUNTY SANITATION AUTHORITY
(dba Frederick Water)
WHEREAS
, Frederick County, VA hereby grant and convey unto the Frederick County Sanitation
Authority (dba Frederick Water) a deed of easement across County of Frederick, VA property on the plat
entitled "Plat Showing an Easement to be Conveyed to FrederickCounty Sanitation Authority Across the
Land of The County of Frederick, Opequon Magisterial District, Frederick County, Virginia"; and
WHEREAS,
said parcel is identified as:Frederick County, Virginia -Tax Parcel Number 86-A-143;and
WHEREAS,
Frederick County Sanitation Authority (dba Frederick Water) has requested a deed of
easement on the above-referenced parcel for the purpose of installing, constructing, operating, maintaining,
repairing, adding to or altering and replacing one or more present or future water mains and sanitary sewer
lines; and
WHEREAS,
the Board of Supervisors hereby grants and convey unto the Authority, its successors and
assigns, and easement and right of way.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
, that the Frederick County Board of Supervisors hereby
authorizes the County Administrator, Kris Tierney, to grant a deed of easement for the above described
property to Frederick County Sanitation Authority (dba Frederick Water) on behalf of the County.
Adopted this ___ day of May, 2018.
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr., Chairman____Gary A. Lofton____
J. Douglas McCarthy____Judith McCann-Slaughter ____
Shannon G. Trout ____Blaine P. Dunn____
Robert W. Wells____
A COPY ATTEST
___________________________
Kris C. Tierney
Frederick County Administrator
COUNTY of FREDERICK
Finance Department
Cheryl B. Shiffler
Director
540/665-5610
Fax: 540/667-0370
E-mail: cshiffle@fcva.us
TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Finance Committee
DATE: April 18, 2018
SUBJECT: Finance Committee Report and Recommendations
A Finance Committee meeting was held in the First Floor Conference Room at 107 North Kent Street
Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. Member Jeff Boppe and non-voting liason William Orndoff were
absent. () Items 1 and 2 were approved under consent agenda.
1.() The Sheriff requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$12,723.94.This amount represents prisoner extradition mileage reimbursemen
funds required. See attached memos, p. 3 6.
2.() The Sheriff requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$27,941.25.This amount represents reimbursement for four (4) auto insurance
funds required. See attached memos, p. 7 14.
3.The Sheriff requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $32,287.50.
This amount represents unbudgeted revenue received for local tra
required. See attached memo, p. 15 17. The committee recommends approval.
for the purchase
4.The Sheriff requests a General Fund budget transfer in the amount of $100,000
of an armor vehicle for the Tactical Team. This amount represen
for the current year which are budgeted for health insurance. S 18. The
committee recommends denial.
FY19 Airport Capital Fund
5.The Winchester Regional Airport Executive Director requests an
supplemental appropriation in the amount of $705,000. This amount represents the Airport
Capital budget for FY19. See attached information, p. 19 25. The committee recommends
approval.
107 North Kent Street Winchester, Virginia 22601
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6.The Parks & Recreation Director requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the
amount of $20,000. This amount represents a donation from McKee Foods Corporation f
installation of the Frederick Heights Trail. No local funds required. See attached memo, p. 26.
The committee recommends approval.
7.The Voter Registrar requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$43,603.70.This amount represents funds needed for the June primary electio
are required. See attached memo, p. 27 28. The committee recommends approval.
8.The Finance Department requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$2,527.72.This amount represents Winter Storm Jonas 2016 reimbursement fro
Middletown, Clearbrook, Gainesboro, and North Mountain Fire & Re
funds required. See attached information, p. 29. The committee recommends approval.
INFORMATION ONLY
1.The Finance Director provides a Fund 10 Transfer Report for March 2018. See attached, p. 30.
2.The Finance Director provides financial statements ending March 31, 2018. See attached,
p. 31 41.
3.The Finance Director provides an FY 2018 Fund Balance Report endApril 12, 2018. See
attached, p. 42.
Respectfully submitted,
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Judith McCann-Slaughter, Chairman
Charles DeHaven
Gary Lofton
Angela Rudolph
By ___________________________
Cheryl B. Shiffler, Finance Director
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MEMORANDUM
To: Frederick County Finance Committee
From: Rick Miller, Voter Registrar, Frederick County
Subject: Supplemental Budget Request for June 12, 2018 Democratic and Republican
Primaries
Date: Wednesday, April 11, 2018
The Voter Registrar requests to be placed on the Fredrick County Finance Committee
Agenda for the Wednesday, April 18, 2018 meeting. The purpose of this request is to
seek approval of the Supplemental Budget Request for the Democratic and Republican
Primariesto be held on Tuesday, June 12, 2018.
The amount of the Supplemental Budget Request is $ 43,603.70. This amount will
Cover all expenses related to the Democratic and Republican Primaries to be held on
Tuesday, June 12, 2018.
This Supplemental Budget Request is to be done from the 2017 – 2018 Budget year.
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Supplemental Budget Request
Line Item Budget Requests
13010 - Electoral Board
1003 000 - Part Time/Extra Help $ 7,140.00
1006 002 - Compensation of Election Officials $ 25,140.00
3007 000 Advertising $ 250.00
3010 000 Other Contractual Services $ 9,076.50
5204 000 Postage $ 559.50
5401 000 Office Supplies $ 200.00
5506 000 Travel $ 378.00
13020 Registrar
1005 000 Overtime Dep. & Asst. Registrars $ 859.70
TOTAL $ 43,603.70
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MARCH 2018 BUDGET TRANSFERS Page 1
DATEDEPARTMENT/GENERAL FUNDREASON FOR TRANSFERFROMTOACCTCODEAMOUNT
3/9/2018MAINTENANCE ADMINISTRATIONTIME CLOCK/COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING43014003000002 (229.33)
MAINTENANCE ADMINISTRATION43015401000000 229.33
3/12/2018SHERIFFCOVER EXPENSE FROM FEBRUARY31023004000002 (425.95)
SHERIFF31023004000001 425.95
3/12/2018SHERIFFNOTARY FEE31025413000000 (45.00)
SHERIFF 31025801000000 45.00
3/12/2018SHERIFFUNIFORMS, BOOTS, BADGES31025402000001 (1,639.53)
SHERIFF31025410000000 1,639.53
3/13/2018COMMISSIONER OF THE REVENUEDUES ANNUAL FEE12095801000000 (300.00)
REASSESSMENT/BOARD OF ASSESSORS12105801000000 300.00
3/15/2018MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMSTRAVEL12225401000000 (200.00)
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS 12225506000000 200.00
3/20/2018COUNTY OFFICE BUILDINGS/COURTHOUSEGENERATOR RENTAL AT ROUND HILL43045101000007 (3,690.00)
COUNTY OFFICE BUILDINGS/COURTHOUSE43049001000007 3,690.00
3/26/2018MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMSMIS POSTAGE AND TELEPHONE12225401000000 (300.00)
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS12225204000000 300.00
3/26/2018SHERIFFTO COVER COMCAST EXPENSE31023008000000 (100.00)
SHERIFF31025299000000 100.00
3/27/2018FIRE AND RESCUEREPLACE NORTH MOUNTAIN TOWER GENERATOR35055413000000 (11,330.00)
FIRE AND RESCUE35058009000000 11,330.00
3/28/2018REASSESSMENT/BOARD OF ASSESSORSGAS - ADDITIONAL ASSESSOR12105411000000 (525.00)
REASSESSMENT/BOARD OF ASSESSORS12104003000002 525.00
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Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
Memorandum
To: Frederick County Board of Supervisors
From: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning and Subdivision Administrator
Date: April 16, 2018
RE: Fieldstone Subdivision Section II
The following additions to the Secondary System of State Highways,
pursuant to the statutory provision or provisions cited, are hereby requested;
the right of way for which, including additional easements for cuts, fills and
drainage, as required, is hereby guaranteed:
Highcliffe Drive, State Route Number 1544 0.16 miles
Staff is available to answer any questions.
MRC/dlw
107 North Kent Street, Suite 202 Winchester, Virginia 22601-5000
RESOLUTION
BY THE
FREDERICK COUNTY BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
The Board of Supervisors of Frederick County, in regular meeting on the 14th day of
February, adopted the following:
WHEREAS,
the streets described on the attached Form AM-4.3, fully incorporated
Court of Frederick County; and
WHEREAS,
the Resident Engineer of the Virginia Department of Transportation has
advised this Board that the streets meet the requirements established by the Subdivision
Street Requirements of the Virginia Department of Transportation; and
WHEREAS,
the County and the Virginia Department of Transportation have entered
into an agreement on June 9, 1993, for comprehensive stormwater detention which
applies to this request for addition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
this Board requests the Virginia
Department of Transportation to add the streets described in the attached Form AM-4.3 to
the secondary system of state highways, pursuant to 33.2-705, Code of Virginia, and the
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.
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr., Chairman Gary A. Lofton
J. Douglas McCarthy Robert W. Wells
Blaine P. Dunn Shannon G. Trout
Judith McCann-Slaughter
A COPY ATTEST
_____________________________
Kris C. Tierney
Frederick County Administrator
PDRes. #14-18
In the County of Frederick
By resolution of the governing body adopted April 25, 2018
The following VDOT Form AM-4.3 is hereby attached and incorporated as part of the governing body's resolution for
changes in the secondary system of state highways.
A Copy Testee Signed (County Official): ____________________________________________
Report of Changes in the Secondary System of State Highways
Project/Subdivision Fieldstone Section II
Type Change to the Secondary System of State Highways: Addition
The following additions to the Secondary System of State Highways, pursuant to the statutory provision or provisions
cited, are hereby requested; the right of way for which, including additional easements for cuts, fills and drainage, as
required, is hereby guaranteed:
Reason for Change: New subdivision street
Pursuant to Code of Virginia Statute:§33.2-705
Street Name and/or Route Number
Highcliffe Drive, State Route Number 1544
Old Route Number: 0
From: Route 1554, Channing Drive
To: 0.16 mile south of Route 1554, Channing Drive, a distance of: 0.16 miles.
Recordation Reference: Instr. 060020551 Pg 0600
Right of Way width (feet) = 56'
VDOT Form AM-4.3 (4/20/2007) Maintenance Division
Date of Resolution: April 25, 2018 Page 1 of 1
FREDERICK COUNTY RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
LOUIS F. DUSING
WHEREAS, Louis F. Dusing served Frederick County, Virginia, for approximately 28 years as an
employee at the Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center; and
WHEREAS, Louis F. Dusing began his career as a Correctional Officer in 1990 and received
promotions to Correctional Officer II in 1995, Correctional Officer III in 1996, and Sergeant in 2001;
and
WHEREAS, during his tenure, Louis F. Dusing was known for his strong work ethic, his commitment
to the facility, his professionalism, andhis positive attitude, and was recognized as an expert in the areas
of policy, jail standards, and overall best practices; and
WHEREAS, Louis F. Dusing was a diligent and hard worker who as the Accreditation Sergeant
contributed to the 100% compliance rating on many occasions and was nominated and chosen as
Employee of the Quarter for the fourth quarter of 2013;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Board of Supervisors extends
its sincerest thanks to Louis F. Dusing for his dedication and professionalism and wishes him all of the
best in his future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread across the minutes of the Frede
County Board of Supervisors for all citizens to reflect upon the accomplishments of this public servant.
ADOPTED this 25 day of April 2018.
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__________________________ _____________________________
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Gary A. Lofton
Chairman Back Creek District Supervisor
__________________________ _____________________________
J. Douglas McCarthy Blaine P. Dunn
Gainesboro District Supervisor Red Bud District Supervisor
__________________________ ____________________________
Robert W. Wells Judith McCann-Slaughter
Opequon District Supervisor Stonewall District Supervisor
______________________________________________________
Shannon G. Trout Kris C. Tierney
Shawnee District SupervisorClerk
RESOLUTION HONORING THE
2018 VHSL CLASS 4 STATE CHAMPION
MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL PIONEERS
BASKETBALL TEAM
WHEREAS, Millbrook High School opened its doors in 2003; and
WHEREAS, during the ensuing fifteen years, its athletic teams have quickly become
some of the best in the District and the State; and
WHEREAS, the Millbrook High School Basketball Team achieved the
pinnacle of greatness by completing an undefeated season, with a record of 28-0, and
winning the 2018 VHSL Class 4 State Championship; and
WHEREAS, Coach Erick Green, his staff, and the Millbrook High School
Basketball team represented this community with distinction and
Basketball Tournament; and
WHEREAS, this team achieved this honor through a combination of hard work,
sweat, tears, and true sportsmanship, which has brought favorable recognition upon
themselves, their school, and their community.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Board of
Supervisors offers its congratulations to the coaches and players of the 2018 Millbrook High
for a job well done; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a true copy of this resolution be presented to
the coaches and the team.
ADOPTED this 25 day of April, 2018.
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__________________________ _____________________________
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Shannon G. Trout
Chairman Shawnee District Supervisor
__________________________ _____________________________
J. Douglas McCarthy Blaine P. Dunn
Gainesboro District Supervisor Red Bud District Supervisor
__________________________ ____________________________
Robert W. Wells Judith McCann-Slaughter
Opequon District Supervisor Stonewall District Supervisor
__________________________ _____________________________
Gary A. Lofton Kris C. Tierney
Back Creek District Supervisor Clerk
COUNTY of FREDERICK
County Administrator
E-mail: ktierney@fcva.us
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Board of Supervisors Members
FROM:
Kris C. Tierney, County Administrator
RE:
Mountain Falls Park –Petition for Creation of a Sanitary District
DATE:
April 16, 2018
Recent changes to the State Code transferred the authority to create a Sanitary District
(SD) from the local Circuit Court to the Board of Supervisors. The only Code requirement to
initiate the deliberative process is a petition signed by fifty (50) registered voters within the
proposed district. As you are aware, land owners within Mountain Falls Park have submitted a
petition stating their interest in “Mountain Falls Park becoming a Sanitary District”.The Voter
Registrar has reviewed the petition and verified that it contains sixty-three (63) valid signatures.
While the State Code places the responsibility of deciding whether or not to create a SD
with the local governing body, it provides little direction as to how you are to decide. The Code
simply requires that you hold a public hearing and states that you should seek to answer the
questions of whether the creation of the proposed sanitary district, is necessary,practical,fiscally
responsibleand is supported by fifty percent (50%)of its residents.
Unfortunately, the Mountain Falls petition gives no indication as to why those signing
want a Sanitary District established or what services they would hope to receive if it were. It is
therefore very difficult to determine whether a district is necessary, practical, or fiscally
responsible. Additionally, with only 63 signatures, it is impossible to know whether the concept
is supported by 50% of the registered voters.
Staff recommends that the Board set a date for the required public hearing on the petition.
All residents and landowners in the proposed district have the right to speak in favor of, or
against, the creation of a SD.
Following the public hearing, there are a number of actions the Board could take including:
Create a SD
1)-You could decide to create a sanitary district. If the Board chooses to
create the new district, it would need to enact an ordinance that sets the metes and bounds
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of the district. The Board may exclude any parcels from the district that would not benefit
from inclusion.
Decide against creating a SD
2)-If the Board does not choose to create a new sanitary
district, the Board need not take further action beyond its vote.
Task Residents desiring the SD with Refining their Request-
3)Given that there are
only 63 signatures on the petition (there are over 400 lots in the subdivision) andthe
petitionprovides no insight into the reasons why adistrict is being sought, the Board
could task those residents that are promoting its creation with providingmoreinformation
on what they envision a Sanitary District doing, as well as demonstratingthat there is
broad support amongst the community for its creation.
Refer to staff/Public Works Committee forstudy
4)-You could direct staff toexamine
the issues associated with the creation of the proposed sanitary district and develop a
proposal (including projected costs) for its creation and operation. The proposal might
address such items as:
The current status of roads and common areas in the proposed district, including
the estimated cost of any needed remediation or repair;
The anticipated annual cost of maintaining the proposed sanitary district, to
include roads, or other capital projects that are anticipated
Staffing needs for the proposed district
Necessary fees to be charged to members of the district to support needed
upgrades as well as annual district maintenance
A means of determining whether the creation of the SD is supported by at least
half of residents and landowners Mt. Falls/Wilde Acres.
RESOLUTION
Frederick County Board of Supervisors
AUTHORIZING PRESERVING OPEN SPACE AT FREDERICK HEIGHTS PARK
WHEREAS
, the Frederick County Parks and Recreation department is installing a parking area and half-
mile paved trail at Frederick Heights Park; and
WHEREAS
, Stormwater Management Regulations require Water Quality Control measures to mitigate
phosphorus runoff in the Park; and
WHEREAS,
dedicating 2.03 acres of Frederick Heights Park as Preserved Open Space, as depicted on
the Plat entitled "Preservation Area on the land of Frederick County Parks & Recreation, Tax Parcel 54-
A-124A" dated March 19, 2018 and prepared by Christopher G. Blair, licensed land surveyor, will satisfy
the Water Quality Control requirements; and
WHEREAS,
the Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously recommends placing the
aforementioned 2.03 acres of Frederick Heights Park into Preserved Open Space to satisfy Water Quality
Control requirements; and
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Board of Supervisors hereby
designates 2.03 acres of Frederick Heights Park property as Preserved Open Space on behalf of the
County, as depicted on the Plat entitled
"Preservation Area on the land of Frederick County Parks & Recreation, Tax Parcel 54- A-124A" dated
March 19, 2018 and prepared by Christopher G. Blair of Greenway Engineering. The Frederick County
Board of Supervisors hereby authorizes staff to cause the aforementioned plat to be filed among the land
records in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Frederick County, Virginia.
Adopted this 25th day of April, 2018.
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr., Chairman ____ Gary A. Lofton ____
J.Douglas McCarthy ____ Judith McCann-Slaughter ____
Shannon G. Trout____ Blaine P. Dunn ____
Robert W. Wells____
A COPY ATTEST
_______
____________________
Kris C. Tierney
Frederick County Administrator
APPLICATION FOR OUTDOOR FESTIVAL PERMIT
COUNTY OF FREDERICK, VIRGINIA
(Please Print Clearly)
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Meso Creso
Name of Applicant: ______________________________________________________________________
808-226-2871
Telephone Number(s): _________________ _________________
homeofficecellhomeofficecell
X
3802 14th St. NW #610 Washington, DC 20011
Address: ________________________________________________________________
nomadicoproduction@gmail.com
Contact Email: ________________________________________________________________
FESTIVAL EVENT ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION
Nomoadico
Festival Event Name of Festival: _________________________________________________________
$125-$175x
Cost of Admission to Festival: ______________
Business License Obtained:
YesNo
Maximum No. Estimated No.
Start End
Date(s) of Tickets Offered of Attendees
Time Time
For Sale Per Day Per Day
June 8, 2018 -June 11, 201812:00pm12:00pm700 total850 (ticket + comps)
The Cove Campground 980 Cove Rd. Gore, VA 22637
Location Address: ______________________________________________________
Daniel McDowell and Willis McDowell
Owner Name(s): _____________________________________________________________
of Property
980 Cove Rd. Gore, VA 22637
Address: ________________________________________________________________
(*N: Applicant may be required to provide a statement or other docthe owner(s) for use of
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the property and related parking for the festival.)
Meso Creso
Promoter Name(s): _____________________________________________________________
3802 14th St. NW #610 Washington, DC 20011
Address: _____________________________________________________
(*N: For festivals other than not-for-profit, promoter may need to check with the Frederick County Commissioner of Reve
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determine compliance with County business license requirements;
Virginia may be required to register with the VA State Corporation Commission for legal authority to conduct business in V
Meso Creso
Financial Name(s): _____________________________________________________________
Backer
3802 14th St. NW #610 Washington, DC 20011
Address: ____________________________________________________________________
Performer Name of Person(s) or Group(s): _________________________________________________A mix of DC, New York and Philadelphia DJ's and bands
full line up to be confirmed.This application is for Nomadico, a music and arts festival
________________________________________________________________
produced by Meso Creso, a non-profit, 501(c)(3) educational arts
________________________________________________________________
(*N: Applicant may need to update information as performers are booked for festival
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FESTIVAL EVENT LOGISTICS INFORMATION AND DOCUMENTATION
1. Attach a copy of the printed ticket or badge of admission to the festiv, containing the date(s) and time(s) of such
x
festival (may be marked as sample). copy attachedORcopy to be provided as soon as available
2. Provide a plan for adequate sanitation facilities as well as garl for persons at the
festival. This plan must meet the requirements of all state and
be approved by the VA Department of Health (Lord Fairfax Health
________________________________________________________________
The festival will be located in Camps 6 and 10 at The Cove, whic
________________________________________________________________
access to The Cove's on-site permanent bathrooms and showers. I
________________________________________________________________
which is a ratio of at least 1 toilet for each 33 attendees. Po
with at least one handwashing and sanitation station per bank.
3. Provide a plan for providing food, water, and lodging for the persons at the festival. This pla
requirements of all state and local statutes, ordinances, and re
Department of Health (Lord Fairfax Health District).
________________________________________________________________
Festival attendees will be permitted to bring their own food and
________________________________________________________________
from local stores. In addition, there will be 1-3 food vendors
________________________________________________________________
These vendors will be licensed in VA, and meet the requirements
of the Lord Fairfax Health District. festival attendees will be
4. Provide a plan for adequate medical facilities for persons at the festiv
state and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations, and must approved by the County Fire Chief or Fire Marshal
and the local fire and rescue company.
________________________________________________________________
The festival will be providing 24/7 First Aid services where vol
________________________________________________________________
available to advise and assist in administering basic self-care
________________________________________________________________
or sprains. However, the festival First Aid tent is not designe
any potentially serious injury be referred immediately to the lo
5. Provide a plan for adequate fire protection. This plan must mee
ordinances, and regulations, and must be approved by the County the local fire and
rescue company.
________________________________________________________________
The festival will not involve any large-scale or potentially dan
________________________________________________________________
permitted to use the small campfires and grills that exist on si
________________________________________________________________
ensure adequate safety and precautions. Per the requirements of
Marshal to arrange for an on-site visit prior to the festival, a
6. Provide a plan for adequate parking facilities and traffic contr
submitted.)
________________________________________________________________
Our parking plan prioritizes adequate traffic control so that ca
________________________________________________________________
or evacuation order. We have secured parking space to accomodat
________________________________________________________________
parking lots will include entry and exit lanes that will be kept
attached.
YES NO
7. State whether any outdoor lights or lighting will be utilized:
x
If yes, provide a plan or submit a diagram showing the location of such light
boundaries and neighboring properties. In addition, show the lo
prevent unreasonable glow beyond the property on which the festival is located.
________________________________________________________________
Some outdoor lighting will be used at this festival to provide l
________________________________________________________________
festival attendees as they navigate the festival grounds. Howev
________________________________________________________________
festival grounds, which is completely surrounded by forest. We
YES NO
8. State whether alcoholic beverages will be served:
x
If yes, provide details on how it will be controlled.
________________________________________________________________
No alcoholic beverages will be served by Nomadico. Pursuant to
________________________________________________________________
to bring their own alcoholic beverages to consume, should they c
___________________________________________________________________
(N: Evidence of any applicable VA ABC permit must also be provided amay need to confirm with
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the VA ABC that a license is not required from that agency in ors to any event that is
open to the general public upon payment of the applicable admiss
FESTIVAL PROVISIONS
Applicant makes the following statements:
A. Music shall not be rendered nor entertainment provided for more than eight (8) hours in any
twenty-four (24) hour period, such twenty-four (24) hour period to be measured from the beginning
of the first performance at the festival.
B. Music shall not be played, either by mechanical device or live p
the sound emanating therefrom exceeds 73 decibels at the property on which the festival is located.
C. No person under the age of eighteen (18) years of age shall be a
accompanied by a parent or guardian, the parent or guardian to r
times. (N: It may be necessary to post signs to this effect.)
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D. The Board, its lawful agents, and/or duly constituted law enforc
to go upon the property where the festival is being held at any time for the purpose of determi
compliance with the provisions of the County ordinance.
CERTIFICATION
I, the undersigned Applicant, hereby certify that all information, statements, and documents
provided in connection with this Application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. In
addition, Applicant agrees that the festival event and its atten
of the Frederick County ordinance pertaining to festivals as welfestival provisions contained
herein.
___________________________________
Signature of Applicant
___________________________________
Jessica Reid on behalf of Meso Creso
Printed Name of Applicant
Date: __________________________________
March 21, 2018
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HE OARD SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO REVOKE ANY PERMIT ISSUED UNDER THIS ORDINANCE
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UPON NONCOMPLIANCE WITH ANY OF ITS PROVISIONS AND CONDITIONS
APPLICATION FOR OUTDOOR FESTIVAL PERMIT
COUNTY OF FREDERICK, VIRGINIA
Dates/Times:
Friday, June 8th, 12pm to Monday, June 11th, 12pm
Maximum No. of Tickets Offered For Sale Per Day:700
Estimated No. of Attendees Per Day:850 (700 participants including about 150 staff)
This application is for Nomadico, a music and arts festival produced by Meso Creso, a non-profit, 501(c)(3)
educational arts organization. This would be the second version of the Nomadico festival. Nomadico occurred
once in the past in October 2016, in Lignum, VA.
Provide a plan for adequate sanitation facilities as well as garbage, trash, and sewage disposal for
persons at the festival. This plan must meet the requirements of all state and local statutes,
ordinances, and regulations, and must be approved by the VA Department of Health (Lord Fairfax
Health District).
980 Cove Rd, Gore, VA 22637
The festival will take place at The Cove Campground located at . The Cove
Campground has had many public events and festivals of an equal or greater size in the past.Our general
plan is to rely in part on the existing infrastructure of The Cove Campground, and also to contract with outside
services to supplement the existing infrastructure.Because we have produced this festival before, we are
familiar with safe and lawful sanitation and trash disposal practices.
The festival will be located in Camps 6 and 10 at The Cove, which has 6 permanent outhouse facilities.
Festival attendees will have access to The Cove's on-site permanent bathrooms and showers.In addition, we
will be contracting for an additional 20-30 port-a-potties, which is a ratio of at least 1 toilet for each 33
attendees. Port-a-potties will be arranged in 3 banks distributed throughout the festival site, with at least one
handwashing and sanitation station per bank. Handicap-accessible toilet facilities will be provided. Port-a-
potties will be dropped off between Tuesday, June 5th and Thursday, June 7th--at least one day prior to gates
opening--and will be available for use through Monday, June 11th. Festival staff will use the on-site outhouses
prior to arrival of the port-a-potties. The port-a-potties will be cleaned by the contracted company twice (once
on Saturday and once on Sunday) to ensure that festival participants have adequate access to sanitary
bathrooms.The sewage from the port-a-potties will be removed and disposed of by our local sanitation/port-a-
potty contractor, consistent with the requirements of all state and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations.
The Cove Campground is making available a large dumpster for use at the festival. There will be trash
containers placed throughout the festival for attendees’ use and staff will empty the containers into the
dumpster as they fill up. The garbage produced and deposited in the dumpster will be disposed of along with
the Cove’s other garbage, pursuant to the requirements ofall state and local statutes, ordinances, and
regulations.The festival will not be producing any additional sewage, chemicals, or hazardous materials that
would require special disposal procedures.
Provide a plan for providing food, water, and lodging for the persons at the festival. This plan must
meet the requirements of all state and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations, and must be
approved by the VA Department of Health (Lord Fairfax Health District).
The festival is located inthe Cove Campground, which meets the requirements of section § 165-204.03 of the
code of Frederick County, Virginia (section A-F) related to campgrounds and tourist camps.
Festival attendees will be permitted to bring their own food and water to the festival, and we will be encouraging
festival attendees to purchase food and water from local stores.In addition, there will be 1-3 food vendors (e.g.
food trucks) on-site for attendees to purchase food. Ice will also be available for purchase.These vendors will
be licensed in VA, andmeet the requirements of all state and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations,
including those of the Department of Health of the Lord Fairfax Health District.
Regarding water, festival attendees will have access to TheCove's on-site water supply, which is sourced from
the county and meets state and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations, and has been approved by the VA
Department of Health.Through use of large, refillable water tanks, we will ensure that festival attendees also
have quick and easy access to as much water from this same water source as they may need at Camps 6 and
10, where the festival will occur.
Regarding lodging, festival attendees will be tent-camping overnight in Camps 6 and 10 at the Cove
Campground, where the festival will occur. Attendees will provide their own tents for personal camping.
Provide a plan for adequate medical facilities for persons at the festival. This plan must meet the
requirements of all state and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations, and must be approved by the
County Fire Chief or Fire Marshal and the local fire and rescue company.
The festival will be providing 24/7 First Aid services where volunteer medical professionals (doctors, nurses, or
others with professional medical training) will be available to advise and assist in administering basic self-care
and first aid treatment to festival attendees who may experience minor injuries such as minor cuts, bruises, or
sprains.
However, the festival First Aid tent is not designed or intended to be a substitute for a hospital or clinic.Our
medical emergency plan requires that any potentially serious injury be referred immediately to the local clinic or
hospital.A vehicle and standby driver will be available to drive attendees to the local clinic or hospital, and our
staff will be instructed to immediately call 911 in the case of any medical emergency that is serious or life
threatening.
The closest local hospital with 24-hour emergency and urgent care is theWinchester Medical Center, which is
17 miles from the Cove Campground.
Provide a plan for adequate fire protection. This plan must meet the requirements of all state and local statutes,
ordinances, and regulations, and must be approved by the County Fire Chief or Fire Marshal and the local fire
and rescue company.
The festival will not involve any large-scale or potentially dangerous or hazardous fireworks, pyrotechnics or
fires.Festival attendees will be permitted to use the small campfires and grills that exist on site at the
festival.We have a "fire safety" lead, who will be monitoring all campfires to ensure adequate safety and
precautions.Per the requirements of state and local statutes, ordinances, and regulations, we will work with
the Fire Marshal to arrange for an on-site visit prior to the festival, and arrange for any other precautions that
may be necessary.
Provide a plan for adequate parking facilities and traffic control in and around the festival area. (A diagram may
be submitted.)
Our parking plan prioritizes adequate traffic control so that cars may exit the festival grounds as quickly as
possible in the event of an emergency or evacuation order. We have secured parking space to accomodate
more than 500 cars, and the space ismarked in the attached diagram. These parking lots will include entry
and exit lanes that will be kept clear for immediate evacuation in the event of any emergency. To reduce
congestion and minimize logistical complications, once cars park they will be encouraged to remain at the
festival, except in cases of emergency. We have full-time volunteers designated to staff parking areas to
ensure that cars are being directed appropriately and parked in a safe and effective manner.
State whether any outdoor lights or lighting will be utilized:
If yes, provide a plan or submit a diagram showing the location of such lights and the proximity relative to the
property boundaries and neighboring properties. In addition, show the location of shielding devices or other
equipment to be used to prevent unreasonable glow beyond the property on which the festival is located.
Some outdoor lighting will be used at this festival to provide lighting for the music and art performances, and to
light pathways and otherwise aid festival attendees as they navigate the festival grounds.However, such
lighting is minimal and no "glow" or effect will be visible from beyond the festival grounds, which is completely
surrounded by forest. We have attached a diagram that displays the planned location of all festival lighting.
NO
If yes, provide details on how it will be controlled.
No alcoholic beverages will be served by Nomadico.Pursuant to the Cove Campground’s rules and
regulations, festival attendees will be permitted to bring their own alcoholic beverages to consume, should they
choose to do so.
Applicant makes the following statements: A. Music shall not be rendered nor entertainment provided for more
than eight (8) hours in any twenty-four (24) hour period, such twenty-four (24) hour period to be measured from
the beginning of the first performance at the festival. B. Music shall not be played, either by mechanical device
or live performance, insuch a manner that the sound emanating therefrom exceeds 73 decibels at the property
on which the festival is located. C. No person under the age of eighteen (18) years of age shall be admitted to
any festival unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, the parent or guardian to remain with such person at
all times. (NOTE: It may be necessary to post signs to this effect.) D. The Board, its lawful agents, and/or duly
constituted law enforcement officers shall have permission to go upon the property where the festival is being
held at any time for the purpose of determining compliance with the provisions of the County ordinance.
I, the undersigned Applicant, hereby certify that all information, statements, and documents provided in
connection with this Application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. In addition, Applicant agrees
that the festival event and its attendees shall comply with the provisions of the Frederick County ordinance
pertaining to festivals as well as the festival provisions contained herein.
REZONING APPLICATION #05-17
O-N MINERALS/dba CARMEUSE LIME & STONE
Staff Report for the Board of Supervisors
Prepared: April 16, 2018
Staff Contact: Candice E. Perkins, AICP, CZA, Assistant Director
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission:
11/15/17 Public Hearing Held; Postponed for 90 Days
Planning Commission:
02/21/18 Public Hearing Held; Recommended Denial
Board of Supervisors:
03/14/18 Public Hearing Held; Postponed for 30 Days
Board of Supervisors:
04/25/18 Pending
PROPOSAL:
To rezone 394.2+/- acres from the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with proffers
to the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with revised proffers. The Middletown site was
originally rezoned to the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with Rezoning #03-06 for O-N
Minerals (Chemstone) which was approved in 2008. The Applicant is seeking to revise the proffers
pertaining to viewshed plans, berms, landscaping and cemetery access.
LOCATION:
The properties are located west of the Town of Middletown. Specifically, the Middle
Marsh Property is located east of Belle View Lane (Route 758), and west and adjacent to Hites Road
(Route 625) and is further traversed by Chapel Road (Route 627). The Northern Reserve is bounded to
the south by Cedar Creek and is west and adjacent to Meadow Mills Road (Route 624).
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & CONCLUSION FOR THE 04/25/18 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING:
The purpose of this application is to request a proffer amendment to Rezoning #03-06 for O-N Minerals
(Chemstone) which was approved in 2008. This proffer amendment proposes to remove the previously
proffered Overall Plan, Phasing I, II, III and IV Plans and six of the twelve viewshed plans. The
amended proffer dated March 2, 2018 dated proposes to utilize a Generalized Development Plan and
nine viewshed plans. This amendment seeks to revise the timing of the installation of the berms, revise
the heights of the berms, seeks to remove the landscaping exhibit for the berms, revises the access for
one of the two cemeteries and removes the water supply and reclamation proffers. All other proffers
remain generally consistent with the 2006 approved rezoning and proffer statement.
Elements of the rezoning application have been identified that should be carefully evaluated to ensure
that they fully address the impacts associated with this amendment. Specifically, elements pertaining to
the timing of Berms C and D, the berm heights for Berm D and the cemetery access should be
evaluated. The Planning Commission at their February 21, 2018 meeting unanimously recommended
denial of this application. The Board of Supervisors held a public hearing for this item on March 14,
2018 and postponed the application until the April 25, 2018 meeting. Staff has not received additional
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information from the Applicant following the March 14 meeting.
Following the required public hearing, a decision regarding this rezoning application by the
Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The Applicant should be prepared to adequately
address all concerns raised by the Board of Supervisors.
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This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on this
application. It may also be useful to others interested in this zoning matter. Unresolved issues
concerning this application are noted by staff where relevant throughout this staff report.
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission:
11/15/17 Public Hearing Held; Postponed for 90 Days
Planning Commission:
02/21/18 Public Hearing Held; Recommended Denial
Board of Supervisors:
03/14/18 Public Hearing Held; Postponed for 30 Days
Board of Supervisors:
04/25/18 Pending
PROPOSAL:
To rezone 394.2+/- acres from the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with proffers to
the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with revised proffers. The Middletown site was originally
rezoned to the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with Rezoning #03-06 for O-N Minerals
(Chemstone) which was approved in 2008. The Applicant is seeking to revise the proffers pertaining to
the to viewshed plans, berms, landscaping and cemetery access.
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT:
Back Creek
PROPERTY ID NUMBERS:
83-A-109 and 90-A-23 (portions of)
PROPERTY ZONING
: EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District
PRESENT USE:
Quarry and Undeveloped
ADJOINING PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE:
North: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential
South: EM (Extractive Manufacturing) Use: Shenandoah County
East: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential/Agricultural
West: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential/Agricultural
PROPOSED USES:
Quarry
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REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
Planning & Zoning:
1)Site History:
The original Frederick County zoning map (U.S.G.S. Middletown Quadrangle) identifies the
subject parcels as being zoned A-2 (Agricultural General).
districts were subsequently combined to form the RA (Rural Areas) District upon adoption of an
amendment to the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance on May 10, 1989. The corresponding
revision of the zoning map resulted in the re-mapping of the subject property and all other A-1
and A-2 zoned land to the RA District. The subject properties were rezoned to the EM
(Extractive Manufacturing) District with the approval of Rezoning #03-06 on May 28, 2008 (see
attached original proffers).
2)Comprehensive Plan:
The 2035 Comprehensive Plan is the guide for the future growth of Frederick County.
The 2035 Comprehensive Plan is an official public document that serves as the Community's
guide for making decisions regarding development, preservation, public facilities and other key
components of Community life. The primary goal of this plan is to protect and improve the
living environment within Frederick County. It is in essence a composition of policies used to
plan for the future physical development of Frederick County.
The Area Plans, Appendix I of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan, are the primary implementation
tool and will be instrumental to the future planning efforts of the County.
Land Use
The subject properties are located within the Rural Areas of Frederick County and are outside of
the limits of the Urban Development Area (UDA) and the Sewer and Water Service Area
(SWSA). The Rural Areas land use designation is defined in the Comprehensive Plan as all
areas outside of the designated Urban Development Area. The primary land uses in the Rural
Areas are agriculture and forests. The primary growth pattern consisting of widely scattered,
large lot residential development.
Transportation and Access.
The Eastern Road Plan of the Comprehensive Policy Plan does not cover this portion of the
County. Per the 2006 rezoning, site access continues to be via the existing quarry entrance on
McCune Road (Route 757) See proffer 2.1
3)Historic:
The Historic Resources Advisory Board (HRAB) reviewed the original 2006 rezoning
application on December 20, 2005. This rezoning does not increase the historic impacts from
the original rezoning application. Staff would note that the Applicant has completed the 8-acre
land dedication to the Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation as stated in proffer 3.1, as well as, the
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Phase I Archeological Survey per proffer 3.2.
4)Proffer Statement Dated June 13, 2005; revised January 31, 2018; revised February 14,
2018; revised March 2, 2018:
Proposed revisions from the approved proffer statement (please see attached redline copy of
the proffer statement):
Proffer Introduction
: This proffer amendment proposes to remove the previously
proffered Overall Plan, Phasing I, II, III and IV Plans and six of the twelve viewshed
plans. The amended proffer proposes to utilize a Generalized Development Plan and
nine viewshed plans (Viewshed 1A Viewshed 1B, Viewshed 2, Viewshed 3, Viewshed
4A, Viewshed 5A, North Viewshed 1, North Viewshed 2 and North Viewshed 3).
The Phasing I, II, III and IV Plans of the GDP from the approved rezoning show
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a phasing sequence for the mining of the property. While the phasing plans that
were part of the proffered GDP are proposed to be removed with this
amendment, the phasing text has been retained (see revised proffer 13).
Site Development Proffer 2.2 -
Berms- This proffer amendment proposes to change
the text pertaining to the berms, revises the timing of the installation of the berms,
removes the landscaping exhibit and changes the approval of the landscaping utilized on
the berms.
Berm Installation Timing:
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Berms A and Berm B (original Phase I) were to be installed within 10
years of the approval of the proffer (2018).
Berms C and Berm D (original Phase II) were to be installed no later than
10 years prior to the commencement of mining north of Chapel Road.
The proffer amendment proposes to remove timing of the construction of
Berm C (south of Chapel Road) which was proffered to be installed no later
than 10 years prior to the commencement of mining north of Chapel Road.
There is no timing proposed with Berm C under the proposed amendment.
The proffer amendment removes the requirement that the berms be installed
10 years prior to mining north of Chapel Road. The proposed amendment
states that the berms would be installed after permitting and one year prior
to the extraction of material for processing.
The amendment removes original Exhibit 3 which pertained to the
description of the plants to be installed on the berms. The approved
coniferous plantings placed in a random manner to be consistent with
approval by the Zoning Administrator and the state forester. The
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by the National Park Service that is currently in use at the adjacent Cedar
Staff Comments:
south of Chapel Road that were to be installed 10 years prior to mining north
of Chapel Road. There is no timing proposed with Berm C (south of Chapel
Road) under the proposed amendment.
It appears that this proffer amendment would allow for a large amount of
earthwork and excavating prior to any berms being installed.
The approved proffer provided time for the plantings to become established on
the berms prior to mining activities. This proffer revises the timing to include
one year prior to extraction of materials, which reduces the established
timeline that would provide additional established landscaping protection for
adjacent properties.
Berm Heights:
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Proffer 2.2 Berm Heights.
Berms were proffered with a maximum
height of 30 feet and a minimum height of 10 feet as depicted on the
twelve viewshed plans. The proposed proffer includes nine proposed
landscaping, earthen berms and fencing shall either be maintained or
Proffer 2.2BermDSection 1
- Berm section 1 is the section south of the
Westernview Subdivision. The viewshed from the quarry to the adjacent
Viewshed 7 from the approved proffer but is proposed to be reduced to 1
in height.
Proffer 2.2Berm D - Section 2
which
is consistent with the approved proffers, however; the revision includes a
statement that the berm could be reduced due to cemetery or stream
encroachment this berm
Proffer 2.2Berm D - Section 3
The northern section of Chapel Road
however, the proffer removes the timing for this berm (Berm D).
Proffer 2.2Berm D - ection 4
S This berm is consistent with the
approved proffers (see viewshed 6 from the approved proffer and the
Section 4
Staff Comments:
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The reduction in berm heights and the elimination of the viewshed plan for
the Chapel Road area could greatly impact the surrounding residential
properties as well as the viewshed and appearance of the Chapel Road area.
Berm Section 2 should be placed in an area that would not encroach on the
cemetery and the stream to ensure that a definitive berm height is provided.
Historic Resources Proffer 3.3
This proposed amendment seeks to relocate the
access for the second cemetery located on parcel 109. Access to this cemetery is
currently provided via Marsh Book Lane which is a private right-of-way. The approved
rezoning stated that the Applicant would improve this right-of-way once the cemetery
restoration is complete and within 12 months of VDOT approval.
This proffer amendment seeks to eliminate the Marsh Brook Lane access
and provide a new right-of-way that would provide access to the
cemetery to Chapel Road. The proposed revision states that the owner
would relocate the ROW within 12 months of VDOT approval.
Staff Comment: This proffer does not commit to building an actual access road for the
cemetery, only the relocation of the ROW which could potentially only relocate the
easement but not actually build the access. This revision also contains no timing for
applying for the Chapel Road entrance. Potentially this access could not be built if the
owner never applies for a VDOT entrance.
Rights to Water Supply Original Proffer 5.
This proffer is proposed to be
eliminated.
Reclamation Original Proffer 10
This proffer is proposed to be eliminated.
All other proffers remain generally consistent with the 2006 approved rezoning and proffer
statement.
PLANNING COMMISSION SUMMARY AND ACTION FROM THE 11/15/17 MEETING:
Staff reported this is a request to amend the proffers associated with Rezoning #03-06 which was
approved in 2008. Staff continued, at that time 394.2+/-acres was rezoned from RA (Rural Areas)
District to EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District. Staff noted the Applicant is seeking to revise the
proffers pertaining to: Viewshed Plans, Berm heights, installation timing and landscaping exhibit
removal, and cemetery access. A location map of the property was presented. Staff reported the
amendment seeks to remove the previously proffered Overall Plan, Phasing I, II, III and IV Plans, and
the twelve (12) Viewshed Plans which were all components of the General Development Plan (GDP).
This amendment seeks to eliminate these components and only utilize one (1) GDP. Staff presented the
GDP which is generally consistent with the outline of the previously approved GDP in regard to the
Berm locations on the properties. Staff reviewed the proffer revisions:
Viewshed Plans, Berm Heights, and Berm Installation Timing:
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The viewshed plans from the approved rezoning depicted the proposed berm heights
that would provide screening and protection for surrounding properties.
Berm timing Berms A and B were to be installed within 10 years of rezoning
approval (installation by 2018). Berms C and D were to be installed no later than 10
years before the commencement of mining north of Chapel Road.
This amendment removes all minimum/maximum heights and timing is now prior to
the commencement of any extraction of materials.
Cemetery Access:
Amendment seeks to eliminate the Marsh Brook Lane access and provide a new right-
of-way that would provide access to the cemetery via Chapel Road.
(the approved rezoning stated that the Applicant would improve the
Marsh Brook Lane access within 12 months of completion of the
cemetery restoration)
The proposed amendment does not contain a timeline for the installation of this
accessway and does not contain a backup if agency approval cannot be obtained for the
new access point on Chapel Road.
Staff noted it appears this proposed proffer amendment will have a great impact on the surrounding
residential properties and the Applicant has not provided justification that the berm revisions and the
changes requested would mitigate the impacts on the surrounding properties.
A Commissioner inquired about the rights to water supply in paragraph 4.1 of the proffers. Staff
explained that a proffer amendment was received from Mr. Ty Lawson prior to the meeting. Staff and
the County Attorney were not able to review these prior to this meeting and cannot comment on them at
this time. A Commissioner asked how long the Applicant has been working with Staff on these
revisions. Staff noted in June 2017 comments were provided to the Applicant. A Commissioner
inquired, in the original proffers there were commitments as far as pre-blast surveys of the properties
surrounding the quarry; who was responsible in making sure the Applicant performed those
commitments that were agreed to in the original rezoning; is the County involved in that, specifically
the surveys concerning property conditions, water well conditions, and seismic monitoring. Staff
offers; should it arise
that those proffers are not being fulfilled or there is a complaint, that proffer compliance would be
investigated and determined if the proffers are being met or not. A Commissioner asked if Staff had
received comments from residents that the proffers were not implemented as originally agreed to. Staff
commented no, not at this time. A Commissioner commented that if the proposed amendment were
approved, that the height of the berms would be up to the Applicant. Staff stated that is correct, under
the proposed amendment the berm height would be at the Applicants discretion and they eliminated the
landscaping detail. The Commissioner commented the current approval offers more to work with; the
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new proposal has no specificity. A Commissioner commented for clarity and should ignore what was
submitted just a few hours ago and focus on what is in the agenda. A Commissioner asked how close
the berms on the north end are from the residential strip of community housing there. Staff deferred this
question to the Applicant as to if they have an exact distance planned for the old and new proffers.
Mr. Thomas (Ty) Moore Lawson, P.C. with Lawson & Silek, P.L.C representing the Applicant came
forward. Mr. Lawson reported this proffer amendment is to specifically address the berms; on the north
end of the property. In response to a Commissioner, Mr. Lawson noted when this exercise was started it
was written in a way to just focus on things they wanted to change, as things developed it was pointed
out with this rezoning being relatively old that a lot has been completed, therefore what has been
accomplished should be considered. Mr. Lawson continued, 36+ acres has been conveyed to the Cedar
Creek Battlefield and Article 4 references two old agreements that existed with the Sanitation Authority
in 2005; those agreements were terminated, and a new agreement was put in place. Mr. Lawson
reviewed the proffer update that was sent to Staff just prior to this meeting: 8-acre historical reserve
grew to 36-acres; Phase I archeological study; Two (2) cemeteries were restored; ground water labeled
as completed but under way; pre-blast surveys are ongoing (have contacted 105 families); noise
requirements are the same; well monitoring is ongoing; phasing of berms A and B are complete.
Regarding the berms Mr. Lawson explained the intent now is to have irregular berms in height and
different vegetation. Mr. Lawson provided photos of existing berms and of new proposed berms
placing berms behind vegetation. Mr. Lawson addressed the question of timing for the berms; the
existing proffers states the berms be installed ten (10) years prior to mining activities, this has been
removed and replaced with commencement and behind the tree lines so there is less disturbance. Mr.
Lawson provided photos of the viewshed and the GDP. A Commissioner inquired why the berms are
being located behind the vegetation. Mr. Lawson commented the Applicant has a better idea where
most of the stone is underground therefore the point is to be able to install the berms 100 ft. off the
property line in turn making the impacts less severe. The Commissioner commented, to simplify;
relocating the berms now depends on where the high-quality mineral is to be mined. Mr. Lawson stated
that is partially correct; the other part is a fresh set of eyes reviewed this and determined relocation
would be better for neighbors. The Commissioner noted relocating the berms have no bearing on the
height of the berms. Mr. Lawson explained there was not a requirement to make the berms 30 ft., but
somehow became part of the public process; this is not something the company wanted, and the intent is
to vary the berm sizes.
A Commissioner requested clarification that the 85 property owners within the property boundary have
been contacted regarding pre-blast surveys. Mr. Lawson noted the Applicant contacted all property
owners, also offered pre-
advantage of this and others have not. The Commissioner asked if someone comes forth years down the
road with problems on their property or structure, how would Chemstone defend this. Mr. Lawson
explained the property owners should take advantage of these offers in advance therefore having
something to go by. Mr. Lawson noted the existing proffers do not change obligations to one another.
Complaints and questions are addressed by the company at all times. The Commissioner asked how
often seismic waves are monitored for the 85 properties. Mr. Lawson stated the monitoring is ongoing.
Mr. Mark Basel, Site Production Manager at the Middletown, Virginia operation came forward and
reported the operation at Chemstone monitors every blast. They have permanent seismic graphs at three
(3) different residences toward the southern end of the property. Mr. Basel noted currently there are no
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monitors at the northern end where there is no mining yet; they do place mobile units if necessary. A
Commissioner inquired has there been any reported impacts/damages from blasting. Mr. Basel
commented to his knowledge they have not been out of compliance; they do get calls if the blast is felt
stronger than normal. He reiterated, they do monitor all blasts.
There were nine (9) citizens that spoke in opposition of this rezoning. The concerns shared were
similar: delay action on this item, no contact from the Applicant regarding well and pre-blast surveys,
berms would not provide enough protection and language in the proffers very ambiguous.
Mr. Lawson responded to comments: the drawings/maps are scaled, it is approximately 100 feet from
the property line under the existing proffers, the Applicant has copies of notifications/letters that were
sent to property owners for pre-blast surveys and well monitoring.
A Commissioner reminded everyone this item is not about the current land use which was previously
approved; it pertains to the proffers being amended. He commented, he is agreeable to a delay on this
and noted community engagement is extremely important. A Commissioner commented, this item must
be acted on in a timely manner and cannot be moved to Spring 2018; he agrees to a postponement. The
Commissioner continued, he urges the citizens to take advantage of the offer made by Carmeuse for
pre-blast surveys and well monitoring so there can be a base starting point down the road. He
concluded, the language is very ambiguous and vague, the Applicant needs to put back in the drawings
and examples and put things in writing so that it is very clear.
A motion was made, seconded, and unanimously passed to recommend postponement for 90 days.
(Note: Commissioners Unger and Cline were absent from the meeting)
PLANNING COMMISSION SUMMARY AND ACTION FROM THE 02/21/18 MEETING:
Staff reported this is a request to amend the proffers associated with Rezoning #03-06 which was
approved in 2008. Ms. Perkins continued, this request was postponed for 90 days at the Planning
proposal with neighbors. Staff explained the Applicant is seeking to revise the proffers pertaining to:
Viewshed Plan, Berm heights, installation timing, Landscaping exhibit removal and Cemetery access.
Staff compared the proffers that have been approved to the amended proffers, dated February 14, 2018:
proffered viewshed plans. The revision includes 3 viewshed plats that only show proposed
berm details north of Chapel Road.
Berm Heights Berm D (north of Chapel Road); berm adjacent to the Westernview Subdivision
Berm Heights Berms C & D; removes the berm detail south of Chapel Road and the Northern
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Berm Timing Berms C & D were proffered to be installed no later than 10 years prior to the
commencement of mining north of Chapel Road. The revision proposes Berms C & D to be
installed after the permitting process of the properties for mining and before any extraction of
material for processing.
Proffer 2.2
y 2018 proffer states
for the complete elimination of all berms and only fencing provided.
Cemetery Access: Seeks to relocate the Marsh Brook Lane access to Chapel Road. The
access and that the Applicant would provide continued maintenance. The proposed proffer
states that the owner would relocate the ROW; this proffer is ambiguous as to whether the
Applicant will be building a ROW for access or just relocating the ROW. It was noted this also
removes the timeline (12 months from cemetery restoration) therefore this is no trigger for the
completion of this relocation.
Site Access
questions regarding site access directly via Chapel Road; Proffer 2.1 prohibits access to Chapel
Road for quarry operations. The proffered GDP indicates a proposed tunnel under Chapel
Road.
Staff concluded it appears this proposed proffer amendment will have a great impact on the surrounding
residential properties and the Applicant has not provided justification that the berm revisions and the
changes requested would mitigate the impacts on the surrounding properties.
Mr. Michael Wilmoth from Carmeuse presented a brief overview of what has transpired since the
November meeting: held two community meetings; had face to face meetings with residents; handled
numerous phone calls. He provided a presentation of the revised proffers and various mapping.
A Commission Member inquired if the open field on the combined comparison will be mined in the
future. Mr. Wilmoth stated not at this time. A Commission Member suggested possibly zoning this
piece back to RA. Mr. Ty Lawson, representing the Applicant noted there is no intent at this time.
A Commission Member suggested, if the berms are behind the tree line, why not include map or
and could be include in proffer 2.2. The
Commissioner noted the wording in proffer 2.2 can be easily misinterpreted. A Commission Member
suggested the wording be changed to offer protection to residents in the future. Mr. George McKotch of
Carmeuse came forward and provided information pertaining to the berms and future mining. A
Commission Member reminded everyone that is what is presented in the agenda is what is to be voted
on this evening.
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The Public Hearing was opened and six (6) residents came forward and shared their opposition to this
rezoning citing concerns such as: requests not fully addressed by Carmeuse; community meetings did
not involve everyone, truck traffic on roads, all berms to be 30 feet and residents losing property value.
A Commission Member commented the items presented tonight are not acceptable, he sees no reason to
reduce the height of the berms and the residents are not satisfied with any of the changes. Mr. Lawson
noted the mission was to meet with neighbors; the berm height was the majority of the discussion and
they received conflicting requests from neighbors. Mr. Lawson concluded this item needs to move
forward and there is no time for a delay request.
A motion was made to deny this request, seconded, and unanimously recommended for denial.
(Commissioner Mohn was absent from the meeting)
BOARD OF SUPERVIORS SUMMARY AND ACTION FROM THE 03/14/18 MEETING:
Staff provided an overview of the application and the revisions requested by the Applicant. Thomas
Moore Lawson, representing Carmeuse, introduced Michael Wilmoth of Carmeuse who provided an
overview of the request. Mr. Wilmoth said the company met with the neighbors of the property in
question and the consensus was that moving the berm and changing the berm timeline were good
things. He discussed a list of 11 items that were requested by the neighbors saying Carmeuse has been
able to agree to eight of them. Mr. Lawson proceed to provide additional information and an overview
of their request. Dr. Clarence R. Geier then discussed the Phase I Archeological Survey which was
conducted on the property.
Thirteen citizens spoke during the public hearing. Mr. Lawson responded to the public hearing
comments and
there have been seven amendments to the proffers and highlighted the proposed changes.
The item was postponed to the April 25, 2018 meeting with a continued public hearing.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & CONCLUSION FOR THE 04/25/18 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MEETING:
The purpose of this application is to request a proffer amendment to Rezoning #03-06 for O-N Minerals
(Chemstone) which was approved in 2008. This proffer amendment proposes to remove the previously
proffered Overall Plan, Phasing I, II, III and IV Plans and six of the twelve viewshed plans. The
amended proffer dated March 2, 2018 dated proposes to utilize a Generalized Development Plan and
nine viewshed plans. This amendment seeks to revise the timing of the installation of the berms, revise
the heights of the berms, seeks to remove the landscaping exhibit for the berms, revises the access for
one of the two cemeteries and removes the water supply and reclamation proffers. All other proffers
remain generally consistent with the 2006 approved rezoning and proffer statement.
Elements of the rezoning application have been identified that should be carefully evaluated to ensure
that they fully address the impacts associated with this amendment. Specifically, elements pertaining to
the timing of Berms C and D, the berm heights for Berm D and the cemetery access should be
evaluated. The Planning Commission at their February 21, 2018 meeting unanimously recommended
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denial of this application. The Board of Supervisors held a public hearing for this item on March 14,
2018 and postponed the application until the April 25, 2018 meeting. Staff has not received additional
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information from the Applicant following the March 14 meeting.
Following the required public hearing, a decision regarding this rezoning application by the
Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The Applicant should be prepared to adequately
address all concerns raised by the Board of Supervisors.
ST 627
REZ # 05 - 17
O-N Minerals (Chemstone) Co.
PINs:
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627
83 - A - 109, 90 - A - 23
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625
Rezoning from EM to EM
Zoning Map
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625
REZ #05-17
83 A 109
83 A 109
ST
627
ST
ST
625
T-627
ST
REZ #05-17
ST
757
842
Middletown
90 A 23
ST
624
ST
625
SHENANDOAH
ST
ST
COUNTY
624
627
VIRGINIA
ST
624
§
¨¦
81
§
¨¦
01
81
ST
11
ST
842
727
Applications
Sewer and Water Service Area
Parcels
B1 (Neighborhood Business District)
B2 (General Business District)
B3 (Industrial Transition District)
EM (Extractive Manufacturing District)
§
¨¦
WARREN
81
HE (Higher Education District)
COUNTY
M1 (Light Industrial District)
REZ # 05 - 17
Note:
M2 (Industrial General District)
Frederick County Dept of
O-N Minerals
MH1 (Mobile Home Community District)
Planning & Development
I
MS (Medical Support District)
(Chemstone) Co.
107 N Kent St
Suite 202
OM (Office - Manufacturing Park)
PINs:
Winchester, VA 22601
R4 (Residential Planned Community District)
83 - A - 109, 90 - A - 23
540 - 665 - 5651
Rezoning from EM to EM
R5 (Residential Recreational Community District)
Map Created: October 18, 2017
Zoning Map
RA (Rural Areas District)
Staff: cperkins
RP (Residential Performance District)
01,6003,2006,400Feet
ST 627
REZ # 05 - 17
O-N Minerals (Chemstone) Co.
PINs:
ST
ST
627
83 - A - 109, 90 - A - 23
759
ST
625
Rezoning from EM to EM
Location Map
ST
622
ST
REZ #05-17
633
83 A 109
ST
627
ST
625
REZ #05-17
83 A 109
83 A 109
ST
627
ST
ST
625
T-627
ST
REZ #05-17
ST
757
842
Middletown
90 A 23
ST
624
ST
625
SHENANDOAH
ST
ST
COUNTY
624
627
VIRGINIA
ST
624
§
¨¦
81
§
¨¦
01
81
ST
11
ST
842
727
§
¨¦
WARREN
81
COUNTY
REZ # 05 - 17
Note:
Frederick County Dept of
O-N Minerals
Planning & Development
I
(Chemstone) Co.
107 N Kent St
Suite 202
PINs:
Winchester, VA 22601
83 - A - 109, 90 - A - 23
540 - 665 - 5651
Rezoning from EM to EM
Applications
Map Created: October 18, 2017
Location Map
Sewer and Water Service Area
Staff: cperkins
Parcels
01,6003,2006,400Feet
ST
ST
REZ # 05 - 17
638
622
O-N Minerals (Chemstone) Co.
PINs:ST
627
ST
83 - A - 109, 90 - A - 23
ST
625
759
Rezoning from EM to EM
Long Range Land Use Map
ST
622
REZ #05-17
ST
633
83 A 109
ST
627
ST
625
REZ #05-17
83 A 109
83 A 109
ST
627
Applications
ST
ST
Sewer and Water Service Area
625
T-627
ST
ST
REZ #05-17
Parcels
842
757
ST
90 A 23 Middletown
Long Range Land Use
624
Residential
SHENANDOAH ST
625
COUNTY
Neighborhood Village
ST
VIRGINIA
624 ST
Urban Center
627
Mobile Home Community ST
624
§
¨¦
Business
81
§
¨¦
01
Highway Commercial
81
ST
11
Mixed-Use
ST
842
727
Mixed Use Commercial/Office
Mixed Use Industrial/Office
Industrial
Warehouse
Heavy Industrial
Extractive Mining
Commercial Rec
Rural Community Center
Fire & Rescue
Sensitive Natural Areas
Institutional
WARREN
Planned Unit Development
COUNTY
VIRGINIA
Park
Recreation
School
Employment
§
¨¦
81
Airport Support Area
B2 / B3
REZ # 05 - 17
Note:
Residential, 4 u/a
Frederick County Dept of
O-N Minerals
High-Density Residential, 6 u/a
Planning & Development
I
High-Density Residential, 12-16 u/a
(Chemstone) Co.
107 N Kent St
Suite 202
Rural Area
PINs:
Winchester, VA 22601
Interstate Buffer
83 - A - 109, 90 - A - 23
540 - 665 - 5651
Rezoning from EM to EM
Landfill Support Area
Map Created: October 18, 2017
Long Range Land Use Map
Natural Resources & Recreation
Staff: cperkins
Environmental & Recreational Resources
02,0004,0008,000Feet
ORDINANCE
Action:
PLANNING COMMISSION: November 15, 2017 Public Hearing Held; Postponed for 90 days
February 21, 2018 Recommended Denial
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: March 14, 2018 Postponed to April 25, 2018
April 25, 2018
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP
REZONING #05-17 O-N MINERALS/dba
CARMEUSE LIME & STONE
,
WHEREAS
REZONING #05-17,
submitted O-N Minerals (Chemstone) Company to rezone 394.2±
acres from the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with proffers to the EM (Extractive Manufacturing)
District with revised proffers. The Middletown site was originally rezoned to the EM (Extractive
Manufacturing) District with Rezoning #03-06 for O-N Minerals (Chemstone) which was approved in
2008. The Applicant is seeking to revise the proffers pertaining to viewshed plans, berms, landscaping and
cemetery access with a final revision date of March 2, 2018 was considered. The subject properties are
located west of the Town of Middletown. Specifically, the Middle Marsh Property is located east of Belle
View Lane (Route 758), and west and adjacent to Hites Road (Route 625) and is further traversed by
Chapel Road (Route 627). The Northern Reserve is bounded to the south by Cedar Creek and is west and
adjacent to Meadow Mills Road (Route 624). The properties are located in the Back Creek Magisterial
District and are identified by Property Identification Nos. 83-A-109 and 90-A-23 (portions of); and
,
WHEREAS
the Planning Commission held a public hearing on this rezoning on November 15, 2017
and postponed the application for 90 days and; the Planning Commission then held a public meeting on
this rezoning on February 21, 2018 and recommended denial; and
,
WHEREAS
the Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on this rezoning on March 14, 2018
and postponed the application to the April 25, 2018 meeting with a continued public hearing; 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
Plan;
PDRes #08-18
-2-
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED
by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors, that
Chapter 165 of the Frederick County Code, Zoning, is amended to rezone two (2) parcels of land,
394.2± acres from the EM (Extractive Manufacturing) District with proffers to the EM (Extractive
Manufacturing) District with revised proffers with a final revision date of March 2, 2018. The
conditions voluntarily proffered in writing by the Applicant and the Property Owner are attached.
This ordinance shall be in effect on the date of adoption.
Passed this 25th day of April 2018 by the following recorded vote:
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr., Chairman Gary A. Lofton
J. Douglas McCarthy Robert W. Wells
Shannon G. Trout Judith McCann-Slaughter
Blaine P. Dunn
A COPY ATTEST
_________________________________
Kris C. Tierney
Frederick County Administrator
PDRes #08-18
COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
February 22, 2018
Mr. Thomas Moore Lawson
Lawson and Silek, PLC
P.O. Box 2740
Winchester, Virginia 22604
RE: Rezoning for O-N Minerals (Chemstone) Company
Property Identification Numbers (PINs): 83-A-109 and 90-A-23
Dear Mr. Lawson:
Staff has reviewed the proffer statement dated February 14, 2018. comments are
listed below for your consideration.
1.Generalized Development Plan.
The proffers make reference to one GDP, there were
The inclusion of the GDP that shows
the berm construction (Sections 1-4) should be utilized.
2.Exhibit 2
Viewshed Plats. This proffer does not reference the viewshed plats as
Exhibit 2. Reference should be made in the proffer statement to the exhibit number.
Staff also recommends removing the existing proffered berm details from the viewshed
plats and only depicting the 2018 proposed changes.
3.Site Development Proffer 2.
Proffe
berms to be eliminated in lieu of fencing.
Proffer 2.2 should provide details for the berm south of Chapel Road.
Proffer 2.2 should reference that the revisions (Sections 1-4) only
pertain to Berm D.
Proffer 2.2 reduces the berm adjacent to the Westernview development
This revision could have potentially negative impacts on these
residences.
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Mr. Thomas Moore Lawson
RE: O-N Minerals (Chemstone) Company
February 22, 2018
Proffer 2.2 berm Section 2 states that the berm could be reduced due to
cemetery or stream encroachment this berm could potentially be
encroach on the cemetery and the stream to ensure that a definitive
berm height is provided.
The proffer removes the requirement that the berms be installed 10
years prior to mining north of Chapel Road. The proposed amendment
states that the berms would be installed after permitting and one year
prior to the extraction of material for processing. It appears that this
proffer amendment would allow for a large amount of earthwork and
excavating prior to any berms being installed. This could be worded to
clarify that the berm would be installed prior to any earthwork/mining
operations commencing on the property. Also, approved 10-year
provision would have provided timing for the plantings to become
established. One year does not appear to provide adequate timing for
the berm landscaping to become established.
A detail for the proposed planting revision should be provided.
4.Proffer 3 Historic Resources.
The approved proffer states that the owner would
improve the cemetery ROW once the cemetery restoration is complete. The proposed
revision states that the owner would relocate the ROW within 12 months of VDOT
approval. This proffer does not commit to building an actual access road for the
cemetery, only the relocation of the ROW which could potentially only relocate the
easement but not actually build the access. This revision also contains no timing for
applying for the Chapel Road entrance. Potentially this access could not be built if the
owner never applies for a VDOT entrance.
Please note that this rezoning is scheduled for the Board of Supervisors March 14, 2018
meeting. If you propose to submit amended proffers based on the above comments and the
submit
any proposed revisions by March 1, 2018 for inclusion in the Board of Supervisors agenda.
Please feel free to contact me with questions regarding this application.
Sincerely,
Candice E. Perkins, AICP, CZA
Assistant Director
CEP/pd
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #02-18
ALISHA FELTNER Cottage Occupation; Nail Salon
Staff Report for the Board of Supervisors
Prepared: April 16, 2018
Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission:
04/04/18
Public Hearing Held; Recommended Approval
Board of Supervisors:
04/25/18 Pending
PROPOSAL:
Request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a cottage occupation for an in-
home nail salon located within a single-family detached structure.
LOCATION
: The subject property is located at 464 Layside Drive, Winchester.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
FOR THE 04/25/18 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING:
This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a cottage occupation for an in-home
nail salon located within a single-family detached structure. This use would be operated from
one room in the basement of the dwelling. The 2035 Comprehensive Plan identifies this
property within an area of the County intended to remain rural in nature. This proposed CUP
meets the definition of a cottage occupation and based upon the limited scale, it appears this use
would not have any significant impacts on the adjoining properties.
Should the Board of Supervisors find this use appropriate, the Planning Commission would
recommend the following conditions be placed on the CUP:
1.All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2.No signage allowed with this Conditional Use Permit.
3.Hours of operation shall be 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
4.No more than eight (8) customers per week.
5.No employees permitted, beyond those residing on the premises.
6.Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Following this public hearing, a decision regarding this Conditional Use Permit application by
the Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The Applicant should be prepared to
adequately address all concerns raised by the Board of Supervisors.
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April 16, 2018
This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on
this application. It may also be useful to others interested in this zoning matter.
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission:
04/04/18
Public Hearing Held; Recommended Approval
Board of Supervisors:
04/25/18 Pending
PROPOSAL:
Request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a Cottage Occupation for an in-
home nail salon located within a single-family detached structure.
LOCATION
: This property is located at 464 Layside Drive, Winchester, Virginia
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT:
Back Creek
PROPERTY ID NUMBER:
51-A-129
PROPERTY ZONING:
RA (Rural Areas District
PRESENT USE:
Residential
ADJOINING PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE:
North: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential
South: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential
East: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential
West: RA (Rural Areas) Use: Residential
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April 16, 2018
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
Virginia Department of Transportation:
The proposed business is located on a private road
and therefore VDOT has no comments.
Frederick County Inspections:
Area shall comply with The Virginia Existing Building Code,
The Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and Section 302-B, Business Use Group of the
International Building Code/2012. Other Code that applies is ICC/ANSI A117.1-09 Accessible
and Usable Buildings and Facilities.
Conditional use of existing basement area as nail spa. A change of use permit is required.
Please submit a detailed floor plan with your permit.
A mechanical permit and an electrical permit is required for the installation of the required
ventilation. Each nail station shall be provided exhaust with a source caption system of 50 cfm
per station.
Lever type hardware shall be provided on all doors along the accessible route and business areas.
20% ANSI A117-09 rule apples.
Frederick County Fire Marshall:
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approved provided that all
areas that pertain to this CUP have:
At least one 5lb. 2A:10BC fire extinguisher be hung & tagged in a readily accessible location in
the area being used as a business.
At least one smoke detector be installed in the area of the business.
Winchester-Frederick County Health Department:
The Health Department has reviewed the
request for comments for a Conditional Use Permit for a proposed nail service business, to be
operated out of a home located at 464 Layside Drive, Winchester, VA 22602; Tax Map #51-A-
129. Based upon records on file with this Health Department, the residence is served by a sewage
disposal system capable of treating 600 gpd, or 4 (four) bedrooms, with a maximum occupancy
of 8 (eight) persons. The dwelling is served by a private water supply, or well. The
owner/applicant says that there will be a maximum of 8 customers/week, with the business
operating 2 (two) days/week. Each customer will require a maximum of about 4-5 hrs. each
visit. According to the occupant, there are currently 3 (three) full-time occupants living in the
home. It is the opinion of this Health Department that the operation of this home business will
not adversely affect the sewage disposal system or water supply serving the dwelling. This
Health Department recommends that the applicant choose products that are not harmful to the
proper operation of the sewage disposal system.
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April 16, 2018
Planning and Zoning:
The 2035 Comprehensive Plan provides guidance when considering land
use actions. This proposed in-home nail salon is located in an area of the County intended to
remain rural in nature. The Frederick County Zoning Ordinance allows a nail salon as a cottage
occupation in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District with an approved Conditional Use Permit
(CUP). A cottage occupation is defined as:
COTTAGE OCCUPATION - An occupation or profession customarily carried on in a
dwelling unit or an accessory building, which:
A. Actually is carried on wholly within the principal residential building or an
accessory building or structure;
B. Is carried on by no more than one person other than members of the family residing
on the premises; and
C. Is clearly incidental and secondary to the use of the dwelling unit for residential
purposes.
The proposed use will take place within one room of the -
family dwelling. The Applicant is proposing one pedicure chair, one nail counter, a waiting area
and a retail counter as depicted on the sketch provided in the application. There will be no
employees and no more than eight (8) customers per week will be permitted. The hours of
operation will be from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Applicant has
agreed to the customer number limitation, hours of operation, and days of operation. There will
be no signs with this Conditional Use Permit.
STAFF CONCLUSION FOR THE 04/04/18 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING:
This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a cottage occupation for an in-home
nail salon located within a single-family detached structure. This use would be operated from
one room in the basement of the dwelling. The 2035 Comprehensive Plan identifies this
property within an area of the County intended to remain rural in nature. This proposed CUP
meets the definition of a cottage occupation and based upon the limited scale, it appears this use
would not have any significant impacts on the adjoining properties.
Should the Planning Commission find this use appropriate, Staff would recommend the
following conditions be placed on the CUP:
1.All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2.No signage allowed with this Conditional Use Permit.
3.Hours of operation shall be 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
4.No more than eight (8) customers per week.
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April 16, 2018
5.No employees permitted, beyond those residing on the premises.
6.Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
PLANNING COMMISSION SUMMARY AND ACTION FOR THE 04/04/18 MEETING:
Staff reported this is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a cottage occupation for
an in-home nail salon located within a single-family detached structure. Mr. Cheran continued
the property is currently zoned RA (Rural Areas) District and the current land use is residential.
Staff noted the surrounding properties are also zoned RA and the uses are residential. Mr.
Cheran provided a location map of the property. Staff continued, the Zoning Ordinance allows a
nail salon as a cottage occupation in the RA (Rural Areas) District with an approved Conditional
Use Permit. Staff explained, this proposed use will take place within one room of the basement
-family dwelling. Staff noted, the Applicant is proposing one pedicure
chair, one nail counter, a waiting area, and a retail counter as depicted on the sketch provided by
the Applicant. Staff presented the conditions as recommended:
All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all
times.
No signage allowed with this Conditional Use Permit.
Hours of Operation shall be 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
No more than eight (8) customers per week.
No employees permitted, beyond those residing on the premises.
Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
A Commission Member stated a letter was received from the Home Owners Association (HOA)
stating there are no businesses allowed in the homes, he reminded everyone this is a private
covenant and outside the hands of the County. Staff explained the HOA does have private
covenants and the Applicant has met the requirements of a Cottage Occupation. Mr. Roderick
Williams, County Attorney, clarified the letter from the HOA actually states there are no
restrictions in the covenants preventing a home-based business.
Julie Zuckerman residing at 220 Layside Drive came forward with her concerns of the traffic this
will generate, the disruption to their peaceful private neighborhood, and she feels this will open
the door for other businesses to evolve in the subdivision creating an issue to the security of
everyone residing there.
Lisa Creamer of 427 Layside Drive read from the covenants which state: all said lots shall be
used for residential purposes only. Ms. Creamer shared her concerns with traffic and the
disruption in privacy.
Bettina Eutsler of 181 Sawyer Lane stated this subdivision is for residential purposes only and
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April 16, 2018
businesses should not be allowed. Ms. Eutsler noted the HOA has not voted on this.
Laura Clark of 393 Layside Drive shared her concerns with traffic and the privacy of longtime
residents being disturbed.
William Hudnutt of 357 Layside Drive and the President of the HOA commented the covenants
do not restrict this home-based business; this will be an agenda item at the annual meeting and to
restrict this, the declaration would have to be changed. Mr. Hudnutt noted the HOA is scheduled
to meet on May 12, 2018.
David Hershey of 269 Pinnacle Ridge commented his concern is opening the door for future
businesses within the development.
Laura Sperling of 256 Sawyer Lane echoed the concerns of her neighbors regarding traffic,
privacy, and security.
Alisha Feltner, the Applicant came forward and explained; her clients would consist of eight (8)
a week. Ms. Feltner noted she has been doing nails for over 16 years and she respects her
neighbors.
A Commission Member asked the Applicant if she has been doing nails out of this location prior
to this CUP. Ms. Feltner replied no she has not. The Commissioner commented he does not see
how eight (8) people a week would disturb the neighborhood.
A Commission Member commented, the Planning Commission needs to vote how it will affect
the County and surrounding area and not apply the covenants of the HOA since that is a private
matter.
A Commission Member stated he respects the neighbors and the Planning Commission needs to
look at this as being acceptable based on the conditions; eight (8) people a week is not many.
A motion was made, seconded, and unanimously passed to recommend approval.
(Note: Commissioners Thomas and Triplett were absent from the meeting)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
FOR THE 4/25/18 BOARD OF SUPERVIORS MEETING:
This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a cottage occupation for an in-home
nail salon located within a single-family detached structure. This use would be operated from
one room in the basement of the dwelling. The 2035 Comprehensive Plan identifies this
property within an area of the County intended to remain rural in nature. This proposed CUP
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April 16, 2018
meets the definition of a cottage occupation and based upon the limited scale, it appears this use
would not have any significant impacts on the adjoining properties.
Should the Board of Supervisors find this use appropriate, the Planning Commission would
recommend the following conditions be placed on the CUP:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. No signage allowed with this Conditional Use Permit.
3. Hours of operation shall be 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
4. No more than eight (8) customers per week.
5. No employees permitted, beyond those residing on the premises.
6. Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Following this public hearing, a decision regarding this Conditional Use Permit application by
the Board of Supervisors would be appropriate. The Applicant should be prepared to
adequately address all concerns raised by the Board of Supervisors.
206
SAWYER LN
SAWYER LN
CUP # 02 - 18
181
SAWYER LN
Alisha Feltner
PIN:
51 - A - 129
256
Nail Salon
SAWYER LN
Zoning Map
181
SAWYER LN
427
LAYSIDE DR
CUP #02-18
51 A 129
461
LAYSIDE DR
340
SAWYER LN
340
SAWYER LN
475
LAYSIDE DR
479
Applications
LAYSIDE DR
Parcels
269
Building Footprints
PINNACLE
RIDGE RD
B1 (Neighborhood Business District)
B2 (General Business District)
B3 (Industrial Transition District)
EM (Extractive Manufacturing District)
269
PINNACLE
HE (Higher Education District)
RIDGE RD
M1 (Light Industrial District)
Note:
CUP # 02 - 18
M2 (Industrial General District)
Frederick County Dept of
MH1 (Mobile Home Community District)
Alisha Feltner
Planning & Development
I
MS (Medical Support District)
107 N Kent St
PIN:
Suite 202
OM (Office - Manufacturing Park)
51 - A - 129
Winchester, VA 22601
Nail Salon
R4 (Residential Planned Community District)
540 - 665 - 5651
Zoning Map
R5 (Residential Recreational Community District)
Map Created: February 28, 2018
RA (Rural Areas District)
Staff: mcheran
RP (Residential Performance District)
070140280Feet
206
SAWYER LN
SAWYER LN
CUP # 02 - 18
181
SAWYER LN
Alisha Feltner
PIN:
51 - A - 129
256
Nail Salon
SAWYER LN
Location Map
181
SAWYER LN
427
LAYSIDE DR
CUP #02-18
51 A 129
461
LAYSIDE DR
340
SAWYER LN
340
SAWYER LN
475
LAYSIDE DR
479
LAYSIDE DR
269
PINNACLE
RIDGE RD
269
PINNACLE
RIDGE RD
Note:
CUP # 02 - 18
Frederick County Dept of
Alisha Feltner
Planning & Development
I
107 N Kent St
PIN:
Suite 202
51 - A - 129
Winchester, VA 22601
Nail Salon
540 - 665 - 5651
Location Map
Applications
Map Created: February 28, 2018
Parcels
Staff: mcheran
Building Footprints
070140280Feet
ORDINANCE
______________________________
Action:
PLANNING COMMISSION: April 4, 2018
Public Hearing Held Recommended Approval
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: April 25, 2018
ORDINANCE
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #02-18
ALISHA FELTNER
(Nail Salon, Home Occupation)
WHEREAS, Conditional Use Permit #02-18 for a cottage occupation for an in-home
nail salon
, submitted by Alisha Feltner was considered. The Property is located at 464
Layside Drive, Winchester, Virginia and is further identified with Property Identification 51-
A-129, in the Back Creed Magisterial District; and
WHEREAS,
the Frederick County Planning Commission held a public hearing on the
Conditional Use Permit on April 4, 2018, and recommended approval of the Conditional
Use Permit; and,
WHEREAS,
the Frederick County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on this
Conditional Use Permit during their regular meeting on April 25, 2018; and,
WHEREAS,
the Frederick County Board of Supervisors finds the approval of this
Conditional Use Permit 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 map to reflect that Conditional Use Permit Application #02-18 for a cottage
occupation for an in-home nail salon on the parcel identified by Property Identification
51-A-129 with the following conditions:
PDRes #15-18
1
1.All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2.No signage allowed with this Conditional Use Permit.
3.Hours of operation shall be 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
4.No more than eight (8) customers per week.
5.No employees permitted, beyond those residing on the premises.
6.Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit
Passed this 25th day of April 2018 by the following recorded vote:
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr., Chairman Gary A. Lofton
J. Douglas McCarthy Judith McCann-Slaughter
Shannon G. Trout Blaine P. Dunn
Robert W. Wells
A COPY ATTEST
____________________________
Kris C. Tierney
Frederick County Administrator
PDRes #15-18
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