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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
FREDERICK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 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; Mike Ruddy, Director of Planning;
Candice Perkins, Assistant Director of Planning; Mark Cheran, Zoning & Subdivision
Administrator; Joe Wilder, Director of Public Works; and Ann W. Phillips, Deputy Clerk to the
Board of Supervisors.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman DeHaven called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
INVOCATION
Supervisor Dunn delivered the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chairman Lofton led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AMENDED AGENDA - APPROVED
Upon motion of Supervisor Slaughter, seconded by Supervisor Dunn, the agenda was
adopted on a voice vote.
CITIZENS COMMENTS - NONE
ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA — APPROVED
Upon motion of Supervisor Slaughter, seconded by Supervisor Dunn, the consent agenda
was adopted on a voice vote.
-Minutes: Joint Work Session with School Board of August 6, 2018-CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
-Minutes: Re ular Meeting of August 8 2018-CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
-Minutes: Joint Work Session with Plannine Commission of August 15, 2018-CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL
- Finance Committee Report (Attachment 1) - CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
- Public Safety Committee Report (Attachment 2) - CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
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-Transportation Committee Re ort Attachment 3 - CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
- Resolution -Volunteer Fire & Rescue De artments' Eli ibili for ]LODA Benefits - CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
RESOLUTION
VOLUNTEER FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT'S
ELIGIBILITY FOR LODA BENEFITS
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Frederick, Virginia, wishes to comply with the
Code of Virginia § 9.1-400 et seq. recognizing local emergency departments; and
WHEREAS, the County of Frederick recognizes eleven departments namely
• Stephens City Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company, Inc.;
• Middletown Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company, Inc.;
• Clear Brook Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc.;
• Gore Volunteer Fire Company;
• Round Hill Community Fire & Rescue Company, Inc.;
• Gainesboro Fire Company, Inc.;
• Star Tannery Volunteer Fire Department;
• Greenwood Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company, Inc.;
• North Mountain Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.;
• Reynolds Store Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company, Inc.;
• Millwood Station Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company 21, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors, the governing body of the County of Frederick, has for many years
recognized the existence of all eleven volunteer organizations, while having never formally adopted a
resolution; and
WHEREAS, for such fire and rescue departments to be eligible for benefits of the "Line of Duty Act" a
resolution must be approved by the governing body; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the County of Frederick acknowledges the important
contribution made to Frederick County by the members of each fire and rescue department and wishes to
make available the benefits of the "Line of Duty Act."
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- Resolution Honoring Serena "Renny" Manuel - CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
FREDERICK COUNTY RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
SERENA R. "RENNY" MANUEL
WHEREAS, Serena R. "Renny" Manuel served Frederick County, Virginia, for approximately 27 years as
an einployee at the Winchester Regional Airport, beginning her career as an Office Assistant in 1991 and
receiving promotions to Assistant Airport Manager and Interim Airport Director before her appointment as
Airport Director in 1999; and
WHEREAS, during her tenure, Serena R. "Renny" Manuel progressively took on a variety of additional
responsibilities and assignments and was noted for her incredibly unusual work ethic, diligence, and
efficiency; and
WHEREAS, Serena R. "Renny" Manuel served as Secretary on the Virginia Airport Operators Council
and;
WHEREAS, Serena R. "Remy" Manuel was widely recognized as one who could be depended upon to
help others in a time of need and one whose sense of humor was appreciated by all; and
WHEREAS, Serena R. "Remy" Manuel was an effective leader and team member who excelled at
managing numerous capital and airport redevelopment projects, including runway rehabilitation design and
construction, an airfield lighting upgrade, T-hangar apron rehabilitation, land acquisition, relocation and
rehabilitation of Taxiway "A", and oversight of construction of a second corporate hangar facility;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick County Board of Supervisors extends its
sincerest thanks to Serena R. "Remy" Manuel for her dedication and dependability and wishes her all the
best in her future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread across the minutes of the Frederick County
Board of Supervisors for all citizens to reflect upon the accomplishments of this public servant.
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- Resolution Remove Ramsuer Lane and Royston Court from the County Road Naming
System- CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
RESOLUTION
REMOVING RAMSUER LANE AND ROYSTON COURT FROM THE
COUNTY ROAD NAMING SYSTEM
WHEREAS, through the process of routine maintenance of our streets and addressing data, it has been
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determined that Ramsuer Lane and Royston Court do not exist; and
WHEREAS there have never been any addresses assigned off either Ramsuer Lane or Royston Court, in
accordance with Chapter 56-6 of County Ordinance, removal of both road names from the County road
naming system is recommended;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the County of Frederick removes Ramsuer Lane and
Royston Court from the County road naming system.
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- Resolution Changing the Board of Building Appeals from Six to Five Members - CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
RESOLUTION
CHANGING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE LOCAL BOARD OF BUILDING CODE APPEALS FROM
SIX MEMBERS TO FIVE MEMBERS
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Frederick, Virginia, wishes to reduce the number
of members on the Local Board of Building Code Appeals;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the County of Frederick changes the size of the Frederick
County Board of Building Appeals from six members to five members appointed at large and chosen for
their credentials as stipulated in Section 119 of the Virginia Construction Code.
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- Resolution Declaring a Local Emergency in advance of Hurricane Florence - CONSENT
AGENDA APPROVAL
RESOLUTION DECLARING A LOCAL EMERGENCY IN FREDERICK COUNTY, V IRGINIA
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Frederick does hereby find that:
1. Due to severe weather that is forecasted for Frederick County as part of the Commonwealth of
Virginia associated with Hurricane Florence and directly related to perhaps heavy and prolonged
rainfall and winds that could impact Frederick County starting on or around September 14, 2018;
2. Due to the flooding associated with the severe weather and the result of impaired travel and access;
3. Infrastructure and systems failures possible in the county creating hazardous and perhaps life -
threatening conditions;
4. Impact to local agriculture from extended rainfall and flooding;
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY PROCLATNIED by the Board of Supervisors of the county of
Frederick, Virginia that an emergency exists throughout the county, and
IT IS FURTHER PROCLAIMED AND ORDERED that due to the above stated circumstances, and after
consultation with the Coordinator and Deputy Coordinator(s) of Emergency Management, the Director of
Emergency Management declared a local emergency pursuant to Section 44-146.21 of the Code of Virginia
on September 10, 2018, This local emergency declaration shall remain in effect until September 24, 2018
during which time the powers, functions, and duties of the Director of Emergency Management and the
Emergency Services Organizations of the County of Frederick shall be those prescribed by state law and
the ordinances, resolutions, and approved plan of the County of Frederick to mitigate the effects of said
emergency.
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS - None
CITIZEN COMMENTS - None
COUNTY OFFICIALS:
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
ANTHONY CAMPBELL NOMINATED TO THE LOCAL EMERGENCY PLANNING
COMMITTEE -APPROVED
Upon motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor McCarthy, Anthony
Campbell was nominated for membership on the Local Emergency Planning Committee.
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ELAINE CAIN REAPPOINTED TO THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT AUTHORITY
—APPROVED
Upon motion of Supervisor Slaughter, seconded by Supervisor McCarthy, Elaine Cain was
reappointed to the Conservation Easement Authority for a three-year term ending August 24,
2021. The motion carried on a voice vote.
CHARLES TRIPLETT REAPPOINTED TO THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT
AUTHORITY — APPROVED
Upon motion of Supervisor Slaughter, seconded by Supervisor McCarthy, Charles Triplett
was reappointed to the Conservation Easement Authority for a three-year term ending August 24,
2021. The motion carried on a voice vote.
LOWELL HENDERSON APPOINTED TO THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT
AUTHORITY — APPROVED
Upon motion of Supervisor Slaughter, seconded by Supervisor McCarthy, Lowell
Henderson was appointed to the Conservation Easement Authority for a three-year term ending
August 24, 2021. The motion carried on a voice vote.
JAY TIBBS APPOINTED AS A FREDERICK COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE TO THE
NORTHERN SHENANDOAH VALLEY REGIONAL COMMISSION - APPROVED
Upon motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Slaughter, Jay E. Tibbs
was appointed as a Frederick County Representative to the Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional
Commission for a three-year term ending September 30, 2021. The motion carried on a voice
vote.
ERIC LAWRENCE REAPPOINTED AS A FREDERICK COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE
TO THE NORTHERN SHENANDOAH VALLEY REGIONAL COMMISSION -
APPROVED
Upon motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Slaughter, Eric Lawrence
was reappointed as a Frederick County Representative to the Northern Shenandoah Valley
Regional Commission for a three-year term ending September 30, 2021. The motion carried on a
voice vote.
MIKE RUDDY APPOINTED AS A FREDERICK COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE
ALTERNATE TO THE NORTHERN SHENANDOAH VALLEY REGIONAL
COMMISSION - APPROVED
Upon motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Slaughter, Mike Ruddy
was appointed as a Frederick County Representative Alternate to the Northern Shenandoah Valley
Regional Commission for a three-year term ending September 30, 2021, The motion carried on a
voice vote.
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
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County Attorney. Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of and the corresponding
supplemental appropriations for the refund requests by Acar Leasing LTD for $ 3,025,97 and
Toyota Lease Trust for $ 4,087.41. Supervisor Wells seconded the motion which carried on a roll
call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
ACCEPTANCE OF THE FIRE AND RESCUE STUDY CONDUCTED BY FITCH &
ASSOCIATES - APPROVED
Upon motion of Supervisor McCarthy, seconded by Vice Chairman Lofton, the Board
accepted the report of Fitch and Associates, LLC, on the completed fire and rescue study. The
motion carried on a voice vote.
COMMITTEE BUSINESS
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of the following requests:
The Sheriff requests an FYI General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
9 352.43. This amount represents auto insurance claims. No local funds required.
The Sheriff requests an FYI General Fund supplemental a ro riation in the amount of $400.
This amount represents DARE donations. No local funds required.
The Sheriff requests an FYI General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $750.
This amount represents a donation for a K9 vest. No local funds required.
Supervisor Wells 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 -Slaughter Aye
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of the following request:
The Public Works Director requests an FYI General Fund supplemental appropriation in the
amount of $538,090*. This amount represents carry forwards of the following unspent FYI
funds:
$19,500 to rehab the old Clearbrook compactor to be used at a future site;
$45,000 for site improvements at the Middletown Convenience site;
$385,342 for the completion of the Stephenson Convenience Center;
• $6,521 for spay/neuter shelter animals; and
• $6,727 for the Animal Shelter building addition design.
These items have been approved by the Public Works Committee.
Supervisor McCarthy seconded the motion which carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
*Note: $75,000 for anticipated increased collection costs of refuse and recycling was postponed
by the Board.
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Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of the following request:
The Sheriff requests an FYI General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $5,000.
This amount represents a Byrne/JAG grant that has been awarded for Narcan. No local funds are
required.
Supervisor Wells 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 -Slaughter Aye
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of the following request:
The Sheriff requests an FYI General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $1 AO.
This amount represents a grant that has been awarded for crime prevention pamphlets and Police
to Citizen software. The local match of $2,000 is being met with a current position's salary.
Supervisor Wells 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 -Slaughter Aye
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of the following request:
The Sheriff requests an FYI General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
175 000. This amount represents maximum funds needed for a SWAT Truck Conversion
vehicle. This request has been approved by the Public Safety Committee. Local funds are
required.
Supervisor Wells 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 -Slaughter Aye
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of the following request:
The Deputy County Administrator requests an FYI 9 General Fund supplemental appropriation in
the amount of $31,044, This amount represents carry forwards of the following unspent FY18
funds:
a. $13,780 for sealant replacement at the County Administration Building;
b. $2,616 for carpet replacement in the Health Department; and
C. $14,649 for carpet replacement in the Treasurer's office.
The Committee recommends approval of the entire request.
Supervisor Dunn seconded the motion which carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of the Finance/Audit Committee charter adopted
by the Board of Supervisors as it stands with no changes. Supervisor Wells seconded the motion
which carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
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Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of requiring the Schools to present the School
Operating Fund budget by major classifications as listed in the Code of Virginia 22.1-115.
Supervisor Dunn seconded the motion.
The Board discussed the merits of requiring categorical funding. The motion to require the
Schools to present the School Operating Fund budget by major classifications carried on a roll call
vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye Shannon G. Trout No
Gary A. Lofton Aye Robert W. Wells No
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. No
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
PUBLIC HEARINGS (Non -Planning Items) -
PROPOSED SCHOOL BOND FINANCINGS BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF
FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA — APPROVED
Notice is Hereby Given that the Board of Supervisors (The "Board') of the County of Frederick, Virginia
(the "County") will Hold a Public Hearing in Accordance with Section 15.2-2606 of the Code Of Virginia of
1950, as Amended, on the Issuance of General Obligation School Bonds (the "Bonds) of the County in an
Aggregate Principal Amount Not to Exceed $45,500,000 to Finance Certain Capital Projects for Public School
Purposes, Consisting Primarily of the Construction and Equipping of the Replacement Robert E, Aylor Middle
School. A Resolution Authorizing the issuance of the Bonds will be Considered by the Board of Supervisors
at its Meeting on Wednesday, September 12, 2018. All Interested Parties are Invited to Attend and Present
Oral or Written Comments,
Supervisor Trout stated she wanted to disclose for the record, relative to this 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.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing. The speakers were as follows:
Shawn Graber, Back Creek District, said the County has enormous debt and urged the
members to vote no on the bond financing. He said continued borrowing will cause tax increases
and many citizens already have difficulty paying taxes. He asked why costs to construct schools
are higher in the County than in surrounding localities and noted the schools have requested a
budget amendment for each of the last three years.
Robin Young, Back Creek District, said the constituents appreciate the school system and
she is a supporter of education in the County.
Chairman DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of the resolution authorizing the issuance of
bonds in the amount of $45,500,000.00 to finance Certain Capital Projects for Public School
Purposes, Consisting Primarily of the Construction and Equipping of the Replacement Robert E.
Aylor Middle School. Supervisor Wells seconded the motion which carried on a roll call vote as
follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
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Robert W. Wells Aye
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AMENDMENT TO THE 2018-2019 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET - APPROVED
Pursuant to Section 15.2-2507 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as Amended, the Board of Supervisors will
Hold a Public Hearing to Amend the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Budget to Reflect. Landfill Fund Supplemental
Appropriation in the Amount of $3,706,000 for the Carry Forward of Unspent Funds for Generator Maintenance,
Gas Treatment Skid Parts Replacement,. a Trash Compactor, and a Leachate Collection Pond.
Mr. Tierney said the cumulative amount of the budget amendment allowing carry -forward
of unspent landfill fund monies dictates that a public hearing is necessary. Chairman DeHaven
opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. Chairman DeHaven closed the public
hearing.
Vice Chairman Lofton noted the funds involved are from the landfill's enterprise funds
rather than from the general fund.
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of amending the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Budget
to Reflect: Landfill Fund Supplemental Appropriation in the Amount of $3,706,000 for the Carry
Forward of Unspent Funds for Generator Maintenance, Gas Treatment Skid Parts Replacement, a
Trash Compactor, and a Leachate Collection Pond. Vice Chairman Lofton seconded the motion
which carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE FREDERICK COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 48
ANIMALS AND FOWL. ARTICLE I DOG LICENSING: RABIES CONTROL, SECTION
48-18 LICENSE TAXES — APPROVED
The Proposed Amendments Would Allow for Lifetime Licensing of Dogs and would Permit Zero Cost Lifetime
Licenses for Dogs Adopted from the Esther Boyd Animal Shelter. The Intent of the Proposed Ordinance
Amendments Would Be to Reduce the Administrative Burden of the County's Current Dog Licensing System
and Encourage Adoptions from the Shelter.
Mr. Williams provided background information on the proposed amendments. Chairman
DeHaven opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. Chairman DeHaven closed the
public hearing,
Supervisor Trout moved for approval of the proposed amendments that would allow for
lifetime licensing for dogs adopted from the Esther Boyd Animal Shelter. 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
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
AND PENALTIES, AND THE ADDITIONS OF SECTION 118-4 SPECIFIC
PROHIBITIONS AND SECTION 118-5 EXCEPTIONS— FAILED
The Proposed Amendments Would Revise the !Noise Ordinance to Adopt as the Standard for Prohibited
Noise as "Plainly Audible"at Certain Points Beyond Its Source. Also, with Respect to Barking Dogs, the
Proposed Revisions Further Require that Barking Occur at Least Once a Minute for Ten Consecutive Minutes
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in Order to be Prohibited. The Proposed Amendments do not Generally Deviate from the General Principles
of the Current Ordinance and Keeps the General Noise Prohibition Limited to the RP, R4, R5 and MH Zoning
Districts, with the Noise Prohibition being Applicable 9:00 P.M. to 600 A.M. The Proposed Amendments Also
Expressly Provide that the Noise Prohibition Does Not Apply to a Bona Fide Agricultural Activity and Includes
a Further List of other Activities that are not Subject to the Prohibition.
Mr. Williams provided background information on the proposed amendments noting the
proposals will address recent action at the Virginia Supreme Court and have exceptions that will
be more consistent with expectations of current practice regarding noise prohibition.
Supervisor Wells inquired whether the wording of the amendment is in compliance with
the state code. Mr. Williams said there is no approved wording.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing. The speakers were:
Robin Young, Back Creek District, noted that agricultural equipment noise can be
disturbing but is not addressed by the ordinance.
Shawn Graber, Back Creek District, asked how you can get a dog to stop barking and
where private property rights start and stop. He asked the Board to let the issue die.
Chairman DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Supervisor Trout moved for approval of the proposed amendments as presented. The
motion died for lack of a second.
The Proposed Amendments Would Require that any Delinquent Real Estate Taxes and Other Charges that
Constitute a Lien on a Property, that are Owed to the Locally, be Paid before the Locality Accepts an
Application for a Building Permit or Stormwater/Erosion and Sediment Control Permit for the Property. The
Proposed Ordinance Amendments Would Apply to New Construction and Additions but Would not be
Applicable to Emergency Work.
Mr. Williams explained the purpose of the amendments saying the Treasurer is in favor of
the amendment requiring delinquent taxes to be paid prior to permits being granted.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. Chairman
DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Supervisor Wells moved for approval of the proposed amendments as presented.
Supervisor McCarthy seconded the motion which carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
This Proposed Amendment Would Correct a Typographical Error within Section 155-34 (A)(1)(a)(2)(c) which
Provides the Formula by which the Tax on Electricity is Calculated when the Electricity is being Consumed
by Multiple Dwellings or Units through a Master Meter. The Subsection, Currently, Erroneously Refers to
Apartment Houses or Multiple -Family Dwellings Utilizing Gas Service, not Electric Service.
Mr. Williams explained the amendments saying they are technical and typographical
corrections.
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Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. Chairman
DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Supervisor Trout moved for approval of the proposed amendments to Chapter 155
Taxation as presented. Vice Chairman Lofton seconded the motion which carried on a roll call
vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
Public Hearings
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
REZONING M05-17 FOR O.N. MINERALS (CHEMSTONE) d/b/a CARMEUSE LIME &
STONE — APPROVED
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.
Ms. Perkins explained the request 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 403-06 for O-N Minerals (Chemstone) which was approved in 2008.
She said the Applicant is proposing an amendment to the approved proffers from Rezoning #03-
06. She noted the request had been denied on July 25 with that vote having been rescinded on
August 8 and scheduled for this current public hearing. She said the current proffers include
clarification of the hours of operation.
Supervisor Trout requested clarification of the term `major holidays' and the Applicant's
representative, George McKotch, said the term encompasses the main 11 holidays usually
recognized.
Supervisor McCarthy asked whether the applicant would be amenable to adding the
language "No operations will occur on Saturday and Sunday." Mr. McKotch agreed to include the
new language.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing.
Richard Dye, owner of 65 acres adjacent to the subject property, said his concern is the
postponing of the berm on the southeast side adjacent to his property. He said he would prefer
that berm be built sooner to allow the trees to mature and grow in. He said he would like the
applicant to be required to build the berm 10 years in advance of mining as they agreed to in 2008.
Robin Young, Back'Creek District, thanked the Board for the reconsideration of the
request. She asked the Board to vote yes and benefit the neighbors by agreeing to the new
proffers. She noted the 30-some petitions received by the Board in favor of the new proffers.
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Keon Banks, Back Creek District, thanked the Board for its patience to allow a good
decision to be made and said he is in favor of the new proposal.
Vickie West, Back Creek District, said she did not want the Board to vote yes. She asked
if the Board had done all the impact studies. She asked the Board to vote no or hold off for more
study,
Chairman DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Vice Chairman Lofton moved for approval of rezoning #05-17 with the updated proffers.
Supervisor McCarthy seconded the motion.
Supervisor McCarthy moved to amend the previous motion to make the approval
contingent upon the applicant presenting amended proffer language to read:
1- Hours of operation for the property north of Chapel Road shall be only 6:00 am to
I0:00pm, Monday through Friday.
2- There will be no operations on major holidays.
3- There will be no operations of Saturday or Sunday.
Supervisor Dunn seconded the motion to amend the main motion which carried on a roll call vote
as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter No
Shannon G.Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. No
The amended main motion for approval of rezoning #05-17 with additional proffer
language specified as: 1- Hours of operation for the property north of Chapel Road shall be only
6:00 am to 10:00 pm, Monday through Friday; 2-There will be no operations on major holidays;
and 3-There will be no operations on Saturday or Sunday; carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter No
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. No
REZONING #02-18 FOR ST. PAUL'S ON THE HILL - APPROVED
Submitted by Greenway Engineering, Inc., to Rezone 4.971+1- Acres from the RP (Residential Performance)
District to the RP (Residential Performance) District with Proffers. The Property is Located at 1527 Senseny
Road and is Identified by Property Identification Number 54-A-128 in the Red Bud Magisterial District.
Ms. Perkins summarized the request to rezone a total of 4.971+/- acres of land to the RP
(Residential Performance) district with Proffers to restrict the use of the subject property to a
church and housing for older persons. She said the site is located within the Sewer and Water
Service Area (SWSA) and the Urban Development Area (UDA), and the Property is currently
designated in the Senseny/Eastern Frederick Urban Area Plan of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan for
institutional land use with environmental resources. She continued saying while the current land
use plan designation is inconsistent with the current RP Zoning, the Applicant is seeking an
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to designate this property as Urban Center.
Ms. Perkins explained the proffer as follows: Development on the Property shall be limited
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to a Church, and to Housing for Older Persons as that term is defined in 42 USC § 3607(b)(2) and
regulations issued thereunder, and any applicable state law or local ordinance; and provided
further that as to 100% of the housing units, each unit shall be rented or sold such that at least one
resident in each unit is a person at least age 55 or over. She added the Comprehensive Plan
Amendment is being processed concurrently with this proposed rezoning and noted the Planning
Commission recommended approval of this rezoning at their meeting on August 15, 2018.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. Chairman
DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Vice Chairman Lofton and staff members discussed the age restriction and the requirement
that only one household member be over the ages of 55. Supervisor Dunn said the original intent
was for the age restriction to be 62 and older, but federal regulations had complicated that
proposal,
Paul Brown of Wesley Housing, speaking for the Applicant, said the intent is for 100% of
the units to house low income seniors, and the age restriction for one member being of 55 or over
instead of 62 and over allows some flexibility for extended family members in the households.
Supervisor Dunn moved for approval of rezoning #02-18 for St. Paul's on the Hill.
Supervisor McCarthy seconded the motion.
The Board discussed the possibility of school -age children residing in the age -restricted
units, the total number of proposed units as 70 (59 one -bedroom and 11 two -bedroom), and the
number of units that could be built by -right with no age restriction as being 49.
The motion for approval of rezoning #02-18 carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton No
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells No
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
CPPA #01-18 ST. PAUL'S ON THE HILL — LAND USE DESIGNATION AMENDMENT
REQUEST -APPROVED
This is a Request to Change the Land Use Designation for One Parcel of Land that Totals 4.971 Acres.
The Property is Identified by Property Identification Number 54-A-128 and is Located at 1527 Sensory Road
in the Red Bud Magisterial District The Property is Located within the Sewer and Water Service Area
(SWSA) and the Urban Development Area (UDA). The Property is Currently Designated in the
Senseny/ Eastern Frederick Urban Area Plan of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan for Institutional Land Use with
Environmental Resources. The Applicant is Requesting to Change the Current Institutional Designation to
Urban Center,
Ms. Perkins explained the request for amendment to the Senseny/Eastern Frederick Urban
Area Plan of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan saying the Applicant is requesting to change the future
land use designation from Institutional to Urban Center to allow for the construction of 70-unit
age -restricted, low-income apartment building. She said the subject property contains 4.97 1 +/-
acres, has an address of 1527 Senseny Road, and is identified with Property Identification Number
54-A-128. She noted the property is located within the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA)
and the Urban Development Area (UDA). Ms. Perkins continued saying the Property is designated
in the Senseny/Eastern Frederick Urban Area Plan of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan for
institutional land use with environmental resources with the institutional land use being reflective
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of the existing church located on the property. She added that land uses surrounding the subject
property include institutional, residential and The Greenwood Urban Center, and the Applicant is
requesting to change the future land use from Institutional to Urban Center.
Ms. Perkins noted that the subject property is currently zoned RP (Residential
Performance) District, and the current by -right density for this Property if developed with
townhouses or garden apartments would be 10-units per acre, or 49 units. She said the Owner is
seeking to construct a 70-unit age -restricted low-income apartment building which would equate
to 14-units per acre. She said the Applicant is seeking to change the land use designation to Urban
Center as this designation would allow for up to 20-units per acre by -right. She noted the
Applicant has now received a rezoning to restrict the use of the property to a church and housing
for elderly households (Rezoning #02-18). Ms, Perkins concluded saying the Planning
Commission. recommended approval of the amendment.
Vice Chairman Lofton and Ms. Perkins discussed the possibility of the Church subdividing
the property.
At the request of Supervisor Dunn, Ms. Perkins explained the relationship of the current
request to the rezoning request approved immediately prior this item. She said the original intent
was a comprehensive plan amendment changing the land use designation from institutional to
urban center to allow for the higher density housing. She said to address concerns about school -
age children moving into the high -density development, the age restriction requirement was added
via proffer in the rezoning request. She added the two requests were being processed
concurrently.
Evan Wyatt, representing the Applicant, noted to do the multifamily development, the
property needed to be designated as urban center. Supervisor Dunn noted the site is directly
across the street form the urban center zone.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. Chairman
DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Supervisor Dunn moved for approval of CPPA 901-18 St' Paul's on the Hill land use
designation amendment. Supervisor McCarthy seconded the motion.
Vice Chairman Lofton said he was not completely opposed to the land use designation
change, but he still had concerns about the long-term effects of the change.
The motion for approval of CPPA 401-18 was carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton No
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells No
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #08-18 FOR TRAILER DROP LLC - APPROVED
Submitted by GreyWolfe, Inc., for a Tractor Truck and Tractor Truck Trailer Parking Use as a Conditional Use
in the M1 (Light Industrial) District. The Property is in Stonewall Industrial Park at the End of McGhee Road
(Route 861), Winchester, Virginia and is Identified with Property Identification Number 43-19-64 in the
Stonewall Magisterial District.
Mr. Cheran described the request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a tractor truck
and tractor truck trailer parking area located within the Stonewall Industrial Park adding that the
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CUP use would not have any significant impacts on the adjoining properties. He said the 2035
Comprehensive Plan identifies this property within an area of the County intended to remain
industrial in nature, and this CUP should implement the policies expressed in the Comprehensive
Plan, in particular addressing future Route 37 which is a feature of the County's Eastern Road
Plan.
Mr. Cheran said the Planning Commission expressed that this application should
address the Route 37 right-of-way and should ensure that structures associated with the use are not
located in the future right-of-way. He said should the Board of Supervisors find this use
appropriate, the Planning Commission recommends the following conditions be placed on the
CUP:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. The site plan for this property shall be designed to accommodate the future Route 37 right-of-
way. No structures shall be located within the future Route 37 right-of-way.
3. The site shall meet the requirements of the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance Section 165-
204.24 Tractor truck and Tractor truck trailer parking.
4. At such time this property develops with a by -right M1 light industrial use, this
conditional use permit shall be null and void.
5. Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
The Applicant, Gary Oates of GreyWolfe Inc., said there will be nothing built in the Route
37 right -of way.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing, There were no speakers. Chairman
DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Supervisor Slaughter moved for approval of Conditional User Permit #08-18 for Trailer
Drop, LLC. Supervisor Wells 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 -Slaughter Aye
REVOCATION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #13-96 (HOGUE CREEK COUNTRY
MARKET) FOR WINCHESTER 101 LLC — NO FURTHER ACTION TAKEN
This Conditional Use Permit is Proposed to be Revoked Due to Violations of Conditions 4 and 7 from
Conditional Use Permit#13-96 which Pertains to Buffers, Lighting Pollution, Noise, Debris and Hours of
Operation. The Property is Located at 4780 Northwestern Pike, Winchester, Virginia and is Identified with
Property Identification Number 40-A-66D in the Gainesboro Magisterial District in the RA (Rural Areas) Zoning
District.
Mr. Cheran said at the July 25, 2018, meeting the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
directed that CUP #13-96, Hogue Creek Country Market be presented to the Planning
Commission and Board of Supervisors for potential revocation through the process described in
the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance for the revocation of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP).
He said the Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 15, 2018 and recommended
that the CUP #13-96, Hogue Creek Country Market, not be revoked at this time.
Mr. Gifford Hampshire, the attorney representing the Owner, said the Owner wants to be a
good neighbor, has only owned the property since 2014, and has addressed complaints promptly,
He listed changes in lighting and signage that have been added in response to complaints. He said
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the Owner has gone above and beyond to address concerns and has implemented a policy to begin
closing procedure at 11:45 pm to ensure a midnight closure.
Mr. Hampshire said the County ordinance states that permit revocation is allowed only for
certain things including repeated violations. He noted that there is only one citation to the Owner
even though there are other complaints. He asked that the Board listen to the citizens who have
said they want the business to remain open. He said the complainant, Mrs. Menefee, told the
Planning Commission she is not necessarily in favor of revocation, but wants her concerns
addressed.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing. The speakers were:
Robin Menefee, Gainesboro District, said she is the adjoining property owner. She
reviewed photos showing the changes and growth in the business over the years since the CUP
was granted. She noted her concerns including a fence that went unrepaired allowing trash from
the business to blow onto her property.
Edward Menefee, Gainesboro District, said he is an adjoining property owner, said he did
not wish to close the business, but wished to request some changes to make things better for the
community. He read a letter from his former tenant listing concerns about the business. He asked
for more conditions on the business including a definition of the word "closed" and asked that the
Board delay voting on the matter until a later meeting.
Beth Potts, frequent customer of the store said it would be a shame for the store to close
over issues that have been fixed.
Mark Stivers, Gainesboro District, said that looking back the store was a country store but
has grown until when it is a very large enterprise next to a residential property. He asked the
Board how the "creep" occurred that has resulted in the large business that exists. He said this is a
lesson for the County in the future.
Ray Hiner, Back Creek District, said a business is going to grow and that is part of living
next to a business. He said the complaints have been addressed. He asked why the business can't
have 24-hour operations if they comply with the rules,
Robin Menefee, Gainesboro District, said there should be accountability. She said nothing
is done until the County enforces conditions. She said the business will continue to grow and
asked for help addressing the weaknesses of the permit.
Chairman DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Supervisor McCarthy moved that the Board not take any further action on the matter.
Supervisor Dunn seconded the motion.
Supervisor McCarthy said he appreciates the owners having addressed the concerns but
said a good neighbor addresses a problem before the County sends a citation. He said this is an
example of why CUPs are bad ideas in these types of situations.
The motion for no further action 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 -Slaughter Aye
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Other Planning Items
DISCUSSION OF 2018 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS
Ms. Perkins said the Planning Department received two Comprehensive Plan Amendment
(CPPA) requests by the June 1, 2018 deadline, and the Comprehensive Plans and Programs
Committee (CPPC) met on July 9, 2018 to discuss the applications. She provided a summary and
timeline for each request:
CPPA #02-18, for the Carter Tract — Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA)
Inclusion Request and Industrial Land Use Designation Request; Parcels 45-A-2,
45-A-7, 33-A-144 and 33-A-89. This is a request to expand the boundary of the Sewer
and Water Service Area (SWSA) to include 213.8 acres of land and to designate the site
for industrial land uses. The properties are currently zoned RA (Rural Areas) and the
Northeast Frederick Land Use Plan shows the properties as remaining rural. The
properties are located north of the CSX Railroad, south of Brucetown Road, and
cast/adjacent to the Clearbrook quarry in the Stonewall Magisterial District.
CPPC Recommendation: Consideration for further study
Frederick Water: A new comment was issued by Frederick Water for the Carter Tract
request dated August 27, 2018, in connection with a possible swap -out of land currently
in the SWSA.
CPPA #03-18, for Waverly Farm — Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) Inclusion
Request; Parcels 33-A-69, 33-A-70, 44-A-80 and 44-A-80A. This is a request to
expand the boundary of the Sewer and Water Service Area (SWSA) to include 145.50
acres of land; currently 51.36 acres of the site is within the SWSA. The properties are
currently zoned RA (Rural Areas); however, the Northeast Frederick Land Use Plan
designates these parcels for mixed use industrial/office and industrial uses. The properties
are located south of Hopewell Road and west of Interstate 81, in the Stonewall
Magisterial District.
CPPC Recommendation: Consideration for further study
CPPA #02-18 CARTER TRACT — SEWER AND WATER SERVICE AREA (SWSA)
INCLUSION REQUEST AND INDUSTRIAL LAND USE DESIGATNION REQUEST
PARCELS 45-A-2.45-A-7 33-A-144 AND 33-A-89 — SENT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
FOR STUDY T
Supervisor Slaughter moved that the Board send CPPA #02-18, Carter Tract to the
Planning Commission for further study in light of the memo of August 27 regarding the land swap
which would result in a net zero gain in land in the SWSA as discussed at the Board work session.
Supervisor Wells seconded the motion.
Mr. Tierney asked for clarification that the motion is intended to move the matter to study
with the stipulation that there is a net zero gain in land in the SWSA. Supervisor Slaughter agreed
with Mr. Tierney's description of the motion. The motion carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
CPPA #03-18, WAVERLY FARM — SEWER AND WATER SERVICE AREA (SWSA
INCLUSION REOUEST. PARCELS 33-A-69, 33-A-70, 44-A-80 AND 44-A-80A — NOT
SENT FORWARD FOR STUDY
Supervisor Slaughter moved that the CPPA 403-18 not be sent forward for study,
Supervisor McCarthy seconded the motion.
Supervisor Slaughter said the historically the Board has not studied an area unless the
infrastructure for development was in place. Vice Chairman Lofton said if the area is not
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included, then it will not be considered for expansion. He said it is shortsighted not to look
forward and study the area.
The motion to not study CPPA #03-18 carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton No
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF PUMP AND HAUL PERMIT FOR 165 CALDWELL
LANE -APPROVED
Ms. Perkins said staff received a request seeking approval of a Pump & Haul Permit for an
existing residence at 165 Caldwell Lane, Winchester, that has a noncompliant system installed by
a previous owner. She said the request appears to comply with the code requirements and,
therefore, Board consideration of the request is appropriate.
The Board and the Applicant discussed the existing pump and haul system, the safeguards
on the newer systems, and the residency of the owner.
Supervisor Trout moved for approval of the pump and haul system at 165 Caldwell Lane.
Supervisor Wells seconded the motion.
The Board and staff discussed whether the home qualifies for the system as a dwelling
with a failed system and maintenance of a system by owners rather than tenants. Ms. Perkins said
the dwelling has a failed system and qualifies for consideration of a pump and haul system.
Mr. Tierney said that there have been several pump and haul systems permitted over the
years, and the practice has been when a home is un-occupiable without adding a pump and haul
system, it is permissible. He said a pump and haul system is a solution of last resort.
The motion to approve the pump and haul system at 165 Caldwell Lane carried on a roll
call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn No
Gary A. Lofton Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy No
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
BOARD LIAISON REPORTS
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. No
Supervisor Trout provided an update on the last meeting of Frederick Water.
Vice Chairman Lofton provided an update on the last Social Services Board meeting.
CITIZEN COMMENTS - None
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
SET PUBLIC HEARING ON FY 2018-2019 BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR A $7.5
MILLION APPROPRIATION FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR THE AYLOR MIDDLE
SCHOOL REPLACEMENT PROJECT FOR SEPTEMBER 26, 2018 - APPROVED
Supervisor Trout stated she wanted to disclose for the record, relative to this 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
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be affected by the item, and that she is able to participate in the transaction fairly, objectively, and
in the public interest.
Regarding the recent appropriation of $45.5 million, Supervisor Trout said in light of the
growth in the County the appropriated amount of $45.5 million is not enough to build a school of
the appropriate size. She said she wishes to move forward with holding a public hearing on an
additional $7.5 million to be allocated for an Aylor replacement which will meet the original
School Board request of $52 million with an additional $1million to allow for inflation.
Supervisor Trout noted the Board had made mistakes in school construction in the past, citing
Sherando High School opening at 90% capacity in 1993. She said the need for a fourth high
school is undeniable. Regarding the School Board's intention to return the old Aylor Middle
School to the County as surplus, she said the minutes of the recent School Board meeting indicate
that they will surplus the building. She said the Board needs to continue working with the School
Board for the success of the community.
Supervisor Trout moved that the Board of Supervisors set a public hearing for September
26, 2018, to consider an FY 2018-2019 budget amendment for the appropriation of $7.5 million to,
be used as additional funds for the Aylor Middle School replacement project. Supervisor Wells
seconded the motion.
Supervisor McCarthy said he is open to discussion on appropriation of additional funds,
but that he would like the School Board to pass a resolution on their intention to surplus the old
Aylor Building as well as the old school bus depot building site.
Supervisor Trout said the intention to surplus is in the School Board minutes, and the
School Board should be trusted. Supervisor McCarthy said that if the intention is real, then
placing it in writing should not be a problem. Supervisor Trout noted that the School Board
minutes are effectively putting the issue in writing.
Supervisor Dunn discussed the issue of how education is delivered and differences in
philosophies. He said the School Board will be requesting over $200 million in the next few
years. He suggested postponing the matter for further discussion.
Supervisor Wells said his district is growing rapidly. He said he does not wish to burden
the taxpayer, but the new middle school will need to. be added to soon if it is not built to the
appropriate size.
Supervisor Trout noted that local government moves slowly, and she encouraged the Board
to vote to hold the public hearing in order not to delay the School Board as they plan for the fall
bond cycle.
The motion to set the public hearing on an additional $7.5 million appropriation for
September 26, 2018, carried on a roll call vote as follows:
131aine P. Dunn No Shannon G. Trout Aye
Gary A. Lofton No Robert W. Wells Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter No
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ADJOURN
On motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Trout, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:42 p.m.
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Chairman, Board of Supervisors
Kr' .Tie
Clerk, Boa4,qf5tqwfvisors
Minutes Prepared By-, ,
Ann W. Phillips
Deputy Clerk, Board of Supervisors
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Board of Supervisors Minutes of September 12, 2018 —Appendix 1
FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT to the BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
8:00 a.m.
107 NORTH KENT STREET, WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
A Finance Committee meeting was held in the First Floor Conference Room at 107 North Kent Street on
Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at 8:00 a.m.
ATTENDEES:
Committee Members Present: Judith McCann -Slaughter, Chairman; Charles DeHaven; Gary
Lofton; Jeffrey Boppe; and Angela Rudolph. Non -voting liaisons: William Orndoff, Treasurer;
and Ellen Murphy, Commissioner of the Revenue.
Committee Members Absent: none
Staff present: Cheryl Sniffler, Finance Director; Sharon Kibler, Assistant Finance Director; Kris
Tierney, County Administrator; Jay Tibbs, Assistant County Administrator; Rod Williams, County
Attorney; Dennis Linaburg, Fire Chief; Keith Jenkins, Deputy Fire Chief; Lenny Mi[lholland,
Sheriff; Barry Kittoe, Sheriff 111 Lieutenant; Joe Wilder, Public Works Director; and Gloria
Puffinburger, Solid Waste Manager.
ITEMS REQUIRING ACTION BY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS:
(a Items 5, 6, and 7 were approved under consent agenda.
1. The Public Works Director requests an FY19 General Fund supplemental appropriation in the
amount of $538,090. This, amount represents carry forwards of the following unspent FY18
funds:
a. $19,500 to rehab the old Clearbrook compactor to be used at a future site;
b. $45,000 for site improvements at the Middletown Convenience site;
c. $75,000 for anticipated increased collection costs of refuse and recycling;
d. $385,342 for the completion of the Stephenson Convenience Center;
e. $6,521 for spay/neuter shelter animals; and
f. $6,727 for the Animal Shelter building addition design.
These items have been approved by the Public Works Committee. See the attached memo,
p. 4 — 5. The committee recommends postponement of item C, and approval of the remaining
requests.
2. The Public Works Director requests a public hearing for an FY19 Landfill Fund supplemental
appropriation in the amount of $3,706,000. This amount represents carry forwards of the
following unspent FY18 funds:
a. $80,000 for generator maintenance;
b. $90,000 for chiller/blower replacements on the gas treatment skid;
c. $206,000 for a backup trash compactor; and
d. $3,330,000 for an additional leachate collection pond and blasting of MSW Cell 3A.
These items have been approved by the Public Works Committee. See the attached memo,
p. 4 — 5. The committee recommends forwarding the entire request to public hearing as a
whole.
3. The Sheriff requests an FY19 General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
5 000. This amount represents a Byrne/JAG grant that has been awarded for Narcan. No local
funds are required. See attached memo, p. 6-7. The committee recommends approval.
4. The Sheriff requests an FY19 General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
18 000. This amount represents a grant that has been awarded for crime prevention
pamphlets and Police to Citizen software. The local match of $2,000 is being met with a
current position's salary. See attached memo, p. 8-9. The committee recommends approval.
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5, O The Sheriff requests an FY19 General Fund Supplemental appropriation in the amount of
9 352.43. This amount represents auto insurance claims. No local funds required. See
attached memo, p. 10-12,
6. () The Sheriff requests an FY19 General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
400. This amount represents DARE donations. No local funds required. See attached memo,
p. 13 — 14.
7, Q) The Sheriff requests an FY19 General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
750. This amount represents a donation for a K9 vest. No local funds required. See attached
memo, p. 15 — 16,
8. The Sheriff requests an FY19 General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
175 000, This amount represents maximum funds needed for a SWAT Truck Conversion
vehicle. This request has been approved by the Public Safety Committee. Local funds are
required. See attached information, p. 17— 29. The committee recommends approval.
9. The Deputy County Administrator requests an FY19 General Fund supplemental appropriation
in the amount of $31.044. This amount represents carry forwards of the following unspent
FY18 funds:
a. $13,780 for sealant replacement at the County Administration Building;
b. $2,616 for carpet replacement in the Health Department; and
c. $14,648 for carpet replacement in the Treasurer's office.
See attached memo, p. 30. The committee recommends approval of the entire request.
10. The Finance/Audit Committee charter adopted by the Board of Supervisors requires an annual
review and reassessment. See attached charter, p. 31-33. The committee recommends no
changes to the charter.
11. Information on School categorical funding is provided for discussion. See attached information,
p. 34 — 35. The committee recommends requiring the Schools to present the School Operating
Fund budget by major classifications as listed in the Code of Virginia 22.1-115.
NO ACTION REQUIRED
1. Information on EMS training from outside sources was provided for discussion. See attached
memo, p. 36-37.
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION ONLY
1. The Finance Director provides a Fund 10 Transfer Report for July 2018. See attached, p. 38.
2, Fund balance information will be provided after the County closes FY18.
3. The FY18 year-end open purchase orders have been provided by the County and the Schools.
See attachments, p.39-42.
Respectfully submitted,
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Judith McCann -Slaughter, Chairman
Charles DeHaven
Gary Lofton
Jeffrey Boppe
Angela Rudolph
By
Cheryl B. Shiffler, Finance irector
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Board of Supervisors Minutes of September 12, 2018 — Appendix 2
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT to the BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Thursday, August 16, 2018
8:30 a.m.
1080 COVERSTONE DRIVE, WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
ATTENDEES:
Committee Members Present: Chairman Bob Wells, Walt Cunningham, Judy McCann -
Slaughter, Chuck Torpy.
Committee Members Absent: Blaine Dunn, Helen Lake.
Staff present: Director of Communications LeeAnna Pyles, Fire Chief Dennis
Linaburg, Finance Director Cheryl Shiffler, Deputy County Administrator Jay Tibbs, Sheriff
Lenny Millholland, Deputy Director of Emergency Management Chester Lauck, Major Steve
Hawkins, Assistant County Attorney Erin Swisshelm, I" Lieutenant Barry Kittoe and Treasurer
Bill Orndorff.
ITEMS REQUIRING ACTION BY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS:
1- None
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION ONLY
1. Information from Communications Committee on Sheriff's office portable
radio needs (see attached):
Director Pyles presented the Communications Committee recommendation for
obtaining additional portable radio repair funding for the Sheriff's department. The
Sheriffs department has obtained 158 portable radios from the Department of Defense
at no cost, all of which need additional equipment such as batteries and antennae. They
have deployed 38 radios and the remaining 120 need to be serviced at a cost of $350
apiece. All future maintenance on the radios will be done inhouse. The
Communications Committee is supporting the Sherriff's office request for an
appropriation of $42,000 to purchase equipment to enable the remaining portables to
become operative. This will be forwarded to the Finance Committee.
Mr. Torpy made a motion to approve the request and forward this recommendation to
the Finance Committee. Ms. McCann -Slaughter seconded the motion and the
Committee unanimously approved the request.
2. Traffic Control reimbursement policy discussion (see attached):
Per action at the June Finance Committee meeting, Sheriff Millholland was asked to
work with the Public Safety Committee to develop a policy for the provision of traffic
control/enforcement for private organizations (e.g.: churches, SU football games, traffic
light fixes, etc) that request this service. He advised that requestors currently sign a
contract and are billed $50/hr. This fee is used to cover the overtime incurred by the
deputies providing this service for the event. The Finance Committee requested the
Sheriff bring the topic of a policy creation to the Public Safety Committee as there is
currently no official County policy governing this service. It was noted that concerns
related to potential costs incurred relative to the Line of Duty Act should a deputy be
hurt while performing this service. Mr. Tibbs suggested contacting surrounding
jurisdictions to see if they have implemented a similar policy which could be used to
begin drafting our own policy. The Sheriff showed the Committee a copy of the
contract currently being used and stated that it is a product of many localities and
Frederick County combined.
Chairman Wells requested Sheriff Millholland distribute a copy of the current contract
document and to submit a policy draft prior to the next meeting, so the Public Safety
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Committee members can review it and bring any comments and questions into
discussion at that time.
3. Other information:
Chairman Wells discussed the need for smoother communication within the Public
Safety Committee with regards to meetings. Meetings are scheduled every 2 months
(31 Thursday). Two weeks prior to the meeting, an email will be sent to the Sheriff,
Chief Linaburg, Director Pyles, Jay Tibbs and Chairman Wells requesting any possible
agenda items, attachments, information. Chairman Wells will in turn check in with
Director Pyles following that e-mail to see if there are items for the agenda and Whether
the meeting will be held, rescheduled or canceled.
Chief Linaburg closed the meeting by addressing the passing of a veteran fire fighter,
Charlie Kern who served for over 20 years.
Respectfully submitted,
Public Safety Committee
Bob Wells Blaine Dunn Chuck Torpy
Judy McCann -Slaughter Helen Lake Walt Cunningham
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Board of Supervisors Minutes of September 12, 2018 — Appendix 3
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT to the BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Monday, August 27, 2018
8:30 a.m.
107 NORTH KENT STREET, WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
ATTENDEES:
Committee Members Present: Gary Lofton Chairman (Voting), Judith McCann -
Slaughter (Voting), Gary Oates (Liaison PCNoting), James Racey (Voting) Barry
Schnoor (Voting) and Lewis Boyer (Liaison Stephens City).
Committee Members Absent: Mark Davis (Liaison Middletown)
Staff Present: Assistant Director -Transportation John Bishop, Traffic Division
Commander Lt. Warren Gosnell, and Kathy Smith, Secretary
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
l -Transportation Forum: The Fall Transportation Forum is tentatively scheduled to be
held on Tuesday or Thursday evening the last full week of October. After a brief
discussion, the Committee recommended to change the format of the meeting to a more
one-on-one interaction with citizens with no panel session. Also, including an
opening/welcome greeting from the Board of Supervisors Chair or Transportation
Committee Chair, Commonwealth Transportation Board representative and a
presentation from Staff on the SmartScale progression with emphasis on current local
projects. VDOT and Sheriff's Department representatives will be present for questions,
as well.
2-I-81 Corridor Study (See Attached): A brief overview with a presentation was
provided of the August 22, 2018 public meeting on the I-81 Corridor study. Staff advised
that this is a hot spot study and immediately needs study. It was pointed out that VDOT
has compiled the public's feedback in the presentation with a very good representation
for Frederick County. The only recommended improvement in our area is the addition
of northbound and southbound auxiliary lanes between Exit 313 & Exit 315. Staff has
concerns with Exit 317 not being included in the potential solutions. The County has
many issues with Exit 317. Staff will be reviewing the current Traffic Records Electronic
Data Systems (TREDS) data and will forward the recommended comments to the Board
of Supervisors. The Committee recommended that a draft resolution for Exit 317 be
prepared to be reviewed by the Committee and then forwarded to the Board of
Supervisors for their review.
3-Knob Road Paving: Staff received a request from a property owner to pave Knob
Road. The most recent traffic count is 40. The Committee recommends adding Knob
Road to the next update of the Secondary Road Improvement Plan.
4-County Projects Updates: Tevis Street Extension/Airport Road/I 81 Bridge: Staff
expects the comments to be addressed this week. The right-of-way plats and deeds of
dedication are being finalized to transfer the right-of-way. The bid package items are
being compiled to be advertised by the end of September or early October.
Renaissance Drive: Staff is awaiting VDOT feedback regarding placement of the lanes
of the surface portion of Renaissance Drive within the right-of-way. The bridge design
is underway. The comments have been received back on the geotechnical report from
VDOT and are being addressed.
Northern Y: Currently, 30% design underway.
Coverstone Drive: No activity currently.
Jubal Early Drive Extension and Interchange with Route 37: No activity currently.
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5-Upcoming Agenda Items: September: Ongoing Transportation Forum and Work
Program Planning.
TBD: Oakdale Crossing Traffic Calming Study.
6-Other: Mr. Bishop updated the Committee that VDOT traffic engineering had
reviewed the truck restriction request for Springdale Road and was recommending
approval. The Sheriff's Department has reported that a number of truck hang ups have
happened on that facility recently. The Committee noted that signage would need to be
prominent on Route 11 because once trucks enter that roadway there is no place to turn
around.
Mr. Bishop updated the Committee that VDOT traffic engineering reviewed the Hayfield
Road corridor for a potential truck restriction and was not recommending a restriction.
However, modifications are going to be made at the intersection of Hayfield and
Gainesboro Road to better accommodate truck turning movements that have led to some
conflicts in that area.
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