July 10 2019 Closed Session and Regular Meeting MinutesMINUTES
CLOSED SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING
FREDERICK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 2019
5:45 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; Judith McCann -Slaughter; Shannon G. Trout; J. Douglas McCarthy 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;
Mike Ruddy, Director of Planning and Development; John Bishop, Assistant Director of Planning &
Development -Transportation; Mark Cheran, Zoning & Subdivision Administrator; Scott Varner,
Director of Information Technologies; Mike Marciano, Director of Human Resources; and Ann W.
Phillips, Deputy Clerk to the Board of Supervisors.
CAL, f _ TO 0RQ9R
Chairman DeHaven called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m.
At 5:46 p.m., Vice Chairman Lofton moved that the Board of Supervisors convene In closed
session pursuant to Virginia Code § 2.2-3711(A)(1) for personnel matters, specifically the
continuation of the annual evaluation of the county attorney and the county administrator,
Supervisor Wells seconded the motion which carried on a voice vote.
At 5:49 p,m. Supervisor Dunn arrived and entered the Closed Session.
At 6:45 p.m., the Board members being assembled within the designated meeting place in
the presence of members of the public and the media desiring to attend, the meeting was
reconvened on motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor Trout. Vice Chairman
Lofton moved that the Board of Supervisors of Frederick County certify that, to the best of each
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member's knowledge, (i) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting
requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the closed meeting to which this certification
applies, and (ii) only such public business matters as were identified in the motion convening the
closed meeting were heard, discussed, or considered by the Board. Supervisor McCarthy
seconded the motion which carried as follows on a roll call vote:
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
RECESS
At 6:46 p.m., Chairman Dehaven recessed the meeting until 7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman DeHaven called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
INVOCATION
The Rev. Bobby Alger, Crossroads Community Church, delivered the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chairman Lofton led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA — APPROVED
Upon motion of Supervisor McCarthy, seconded by Supervisor Wells, the agenda was
adopted on a voice vote as amended with a comment on the Public Works Committee Report
being removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under Committee Business.
CITIZENS COMMENTS
Joy Kirk, Back Creek District, said she is a former Frederick County teacher and noted the
overcrowding in several schools. She asked the Board to approve the School Board's new request
for a supplemental appropriation of $3.2 million for expansion of the new Aylor Middle School
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Jimmy Smith, Back Creek District, said he is a candidate for the School Board and asked
the Board to support the request for the supplemental appropriation of $3.2 million for expansion
of the new Aylor Middle School,
Brand! Hammond, Shawnee District, said she supported the request for an additional $3.2
million for Aylor because it will relieve overcrowding at Byrd Middle School, She said delaying the
addition at Aylor will cost more later.
ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA— APPROVED
Upon motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor McCarthy, the consent
agenda was adopted on a voice vote.
- Minutes: Closed Session of June 12, 2019 - CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
- Minutes: Work Session of June 12 2019 - CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
- Minutes: Regular Meeting of June 12 2019 - CONSENT AGENDAAPPROVAL
- Human Resources Committee Report of 6-17.19 - CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL Appendix 1
- Parks & Recreation Commission Report of 6-11.19 - CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL Appendix 2
- Public Works Committee Re ort of 6-25-19- CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL Appendix 3
- Transportation Committee Report of 6-24-19- CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL Appendix 4
- Em io ee of the Month Resolution for Greg Lambert- CONSENT AGENDA APPROVAL
WHEREAS, Greg E, Lambert, who serves as a Deputy with the Frederick County Sheriff's Office,
was nominated for Employee of they Month; and
WHEREAS, in March 2016, Deputy Greg E. Lambert was assigned as a Surveillance Officer for
the Northwest Region Adult Drug Court where he is known to be tough but compassionate with drug court
participants, offering counsel as well as constructive criticism when appropriate; and
WHEREAS Deputy Lambert brings meaningful insights regarding the commitment of individuals
in their recovery, has an intense working knowledge of the people he is charged with supervising, and
provides the drug court tearn with valuable awareness about the personality and the psyche of drug court
participants under his supervision; and
WHEREAS Deputy Lambert is tireless in his efforts to assist recovering addicts and, on more than
one occasion, has purchased shoes, toiletries or other essentials for program participants who lacked the
financial means to purchase those items; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Lambert was commended by an Officer of the Court for going above and
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beyond the call of duty, working long hours, and never shirking his responsibilities, and his proactive
approach, compassion and leadership have helped make the Northwest Region Adult Drug Court program
successful;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Frederick County Board of Supervisors this 1 Otb
day of July 2019, that Greg E. Lambert is hereby recognized as the Frederick County Employee of the
Month for June 2019; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors extends gratitude to Greg E.
Lambert for his outstanding performance and dedicated service and wishes him continued success in future
endeavors; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that Greg E. Lambert is hereby entitled to all of the rights and
privileges associated with this award.
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- Road Resolution - Adding Dawson Drive to the Secondary Road System- CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL.
WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Form AM-4.3, fully incorporated herein by
reference, are shown on plats recorded in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Frederick County; and
WHEREAS, the Resident Engineer of the Virginia Department of Transportation has advised this
Board that the streets meet the requirements established by the Subdivision Street Requirements of the
Virginia Department of Transportation; and
WHEREAS, the County and the Virginia Department of Transportation have entered into an
agreement on June 9, 1993, for comprehensive stormwater detention which applies to this request for
addition; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board requests the Virginia Department of
Transportation to add the streets described in the attached Form AM-4.3 to the secondary system of state
highways, pursuant to 33.2-705, Code of Virginia, and the Department's Subdivision Street Requirements;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this Board guarantees a clear and unrestricted right-of-way, as
described, and any necessary easements for cuts, fills and drainage; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a certified copy of this resolution be forwarded to the
Resident Engineer for the Virginia Department of Transportation.
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- Resolution to Comment on the Smart Scale Program Implementation- CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL
WHEREAS, FY 2020 SMART SCALE Staunton District project applications that qualified for
both Statewide High Priority and District Grant funds were considered for District Grant funds first, thus
funding our most competitive projects out of the smallest funding source; and,
WHEREAS, Based on the CTB policy, in Step 2, only projects that were ineligible for Step I
(District Grant) funds and have a SMART SCALE score high enough that they would have been funded in
Step 1 had they been eligible for those funds, are considered for Statewide High Priority funding. The result
is that projects are eliminated from consideration in Districts with lower district grant funds that have higher
SMART SCALE scores than projects that were recommended to be funded in Districts with higher district
grant funds. This creates a situation where more worthy projects are skipped over in Districts that already
had lower levels of district grant funding thus effectively penalizing those Districts for that lower funding
in Step 2; and
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WHEREAS, The lowest -scoring staff -recommended District Grant project in Staunton was 6.36,
while in Fredericksburg the lowest funded District Grant project score was 2.07, Hampton Roads 1.79,
Lynchburg 3.73, and Northern Virginia 2.99; and,
WHEREAS, Not using SMART SCALE scoring to choose projects for `Step 3' of the process led
to projects with SMART SCALE scores lower than many Staunton District projects receiving the majority
of the Statewide High Priority funds, in spite of the fact that the SMART SCALE legislation specifically
states "The prioritization process shall be based on an objective and quantifiable analysis that considers, at
a minimum, the following factors relative to cost..."; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of the County of
Frederick hereby submits this resolution to request that the Commonwealth Transportation Board and the
State Legislature review the SMART SCALE legislation and its implementation Policy in order to address
equity issues related to the distribution of transportation funding in the State of Virginia.
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS - None
COUNTY OFFICIALS.
PRESENTATION OF EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH AWARD TO GREG LAMBERT
Chairman DeHaven read and presented the Employee of the Month Award to Greg
Lambert,
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
NED M. CLELAND PHD., P.E. REAPPOINTED TO THE FREDERICK-WINCHESTER
SERVICE AUTHORITY - APPROVED
On motion of Supervisor Wells, seconded by Supervisor Slaughter, Dr. Ned Cleland
was reappointed to 3-year term ending August 31, 2022, on the Frederick -Winchester Service
Authority.
FREDERICKIWARREN COUNTY LINE PROPERTY ISSUE — FORWARDED TO PUBLIC HEARING
Deputy County Administrator Tibbs explained the request for the Board of Supervisors to
consider a boundary adjustment to the Warren/Frederick County line in the Foster Hollow Road area
saying this apparent boundary dispute was discovered via the Virginia Department of Elections relative
to voting precinct fines around the State. He said the Department wanted to ensure correct voting district
classifications with the area in question affecting the Congressional districts because Warren County
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is in the 6th District and Frederick County is in the 10th. He described the parcels in the disputed area
as being physically in Frederick County but having inaccurate deed and survey data showing them as
being in Warren County, Mr. Tibbs noted that of the property owners in question who have a
preference, all of them wish to remain Warren County residents as that has been their designation for
several decades. He said during the public input meeting in Warren County, several property owners
expressed an interest in remaining a part of Warren County, and Mr. Scot Marsh of Marsh & Legge
Land Surveyors, PLC, proposed a new county boundary line allowing the subject properties to be
placed in Warren County where the owners have always thought they were located.
Mr. Tibbs provided new information regarding the number of school children living on the
disputed parcels as well as tax revenue from the parcels relative to each jurisdiction.
Mr. Tibbs said the Board has two possible actions: keeping the line as it is or scheduling a
public hearing on adjustment of the line.
Supervisor Wells moved to send the matter to public hearing, Supervisor Slaughter seconded
the motion.
Vice Chairman Lofton said there was minimal impact to the County and he was not in favor of
adjusting the County line.
Supervisor Dunn said he was not inclined to change the line.
The motion to send the matter to public hearing carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn No
Gary A. Lofton No
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. No
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF DEBT BY THE WINCHESTER REGIONAL
AIRPORT AUTHORITY —ADOPTED
Nicholas Sabo, Executive Director of the Winchester Regional Airport Authority,
explained the request that the Board approve a resolution supporting the Authority's issuance of
debt in accordance with enabling legislation stipulating the Authority member jurisdictions must
approve debt in excess of $500,000. He said the debt will be in relation to a project to acquire a
land lease for two hangar facilities and office space which will support the business and strategic
aims of the Authority and help generate revenues to offset the operating subsidies currently
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received from the County and the City.
Vice Chairman Lofton referenced the Authority's business plan showing potential
profitability and asked Mr. Sabo to confirm that the Board would receive an annual report showing
the expenses and revenues for the subject building. Mr. Sabo confirmed the Authority's software
would track the data and a report would be sent.
Supervisor Dunn moved for adoption of the resolution approving the issuance of debt
by the Winchester Regional Airport Authority, 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
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF FREDERICK COUNTY
APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF DEBT BY THE WINCHESTER REGIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY
AND RELATED MATTERS
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of the Winchester Regional Airport Authority (the
"Authority") has authorized: (i) the submission of an application to the Virginia Resources Authority ("VRA"),
as the Administrator of the Virginia Airports Revolving Fund to participate in the Virginia Airports Revolving
Fund Financing Program through the proposed issuance of bonds by the Authority in an amount not to exceed
$1,550,000.00 (the "Bonds") for the financing necessary to include the refund of the interim financing necessary
for the Authority to acquire that certain Lease and Option Agreement dated December 1, 2006 between the
Authority and Wells Fargo, N.A., as successor in interest to Professional Jet Services, Inc., for the ground lease
of a portion of the Airport Facility containing 54,000 square feet, located in Shawnee Magisterial District,
Frederick County, Virginia, Parent Tax Map No. 64 A-40BI, which lease area is improved by those two certain
hangars each containing 13,000 square feet, more or less, and office space containing 4,007 square feet, more
or less, the purchase of equipment necessary for the operation of the hangars, and the relocation of access gate
fencing and utility lines together with related expenses and fees (the "Project"); and (ii) the submission by the
Authority of loan applications to one or more third party lenders in order to secure funding for the acquisition
of the Ground Lease and completion of the Project; and,
WHEREAS, in no event shall the total amount borrowed by the Authority exceed the sum of
$1,550,000.00; and,
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 7.17b of the Winchester Regional Airport Authority Act 1987
Session, Virginia Acts of Assembly, Chapter 687 in accordance with Chapter 3, Title 5.1, et. seq., Code of
Virginia of 1950 as amended (the "Act") the consent of each of the participating political subdivisions is required
for any issuance of debt by the Authority if the total debt shall exceed $500,000.00, and the participating political
subdivisions consist of the City of Winchester, and the Counties of Shenandoah, Frederick, Clarke and Warren
(collectively, the "Member Jurisdictions"); such consent is being requested prior to issuance of the Bonds by
the Authority.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
I. The Board of Supervisors of Frederick County hereby consents to the issuance of the Bonds
by the Authority for the purpose of financing the Project and further consents to third party financing obtained
from third party lenders in order to finance the Project.
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2. Under no circumstances shall the payment of debt service on the Bonds constitute a general
obligation indebtedness or a pledge of the full faith and credit or taxing power of any of the Member
Jurisdictions.
3. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
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REQUEST FROM THE SCHOOL BOARD SEEKING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION
FOR THE. REPLACEMENT R. E. AYLOR MIDDLE SCHOOL IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,200,000
—APPROVED
Mr. Tierney said the request from the School Board is for construction of additional
classroom space at the replacement Aylor Middle School.
the motion.
Supervisor Wells moved for approval of the request and Supervisor Trout seconded
Vice Chairman Lofton said he has questions that have not been answered regarding
construction costs to serve various student population sizes noting the comparison to the cost of
Frederick County Middle School. He said he would like to discuss the details with the School Board
but could not vote for the additional funds at the current time.
Supervisor Dunn noted an earlier request for $7.5 million was denied, and now the
County will receive for $3.2 million what it would have spent $7.5 million to construct last fall. He
said he will support the request because it is good for the County citing the lower cost per square
foot. He said he hopes the two Boards can work together to plan for future needs.
Supervisor McCarthy agreed with Supervisor Dunn's concerns regarding the process
for determining funding for new schools. He referenced the denial of the previous request for $7.5
million. He said by waiting for hard numbers form the architects, the County has saved over $4
million compared to the earlier request. He suggested the two boards work toward a better
approach for funding school construction requests.
The motion approving the request carried on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye Shannon G. Trout Aye
Gary A. Lofton No Robert W. Wells Aye
J. Douglas McCarthy Aye Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
Judith McCann -Slaughter Aye
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PROGRAM RTP GRANT APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL APP
THE BOWMAN LIBRARY LAKE TRAIL - APPROVED
Jon Turkel, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation explained the Commission's desire to
install a trail around Bowman Lake citing support for the project in the Comprehensive Plan. He said
the project is eligible for a Recreation Trails Program 80/20 matching grant. He asked the Board to
authorize the grant application and a supplemental appropriation of $157,500 with the matching
$31,500 to come from the Parks & Recreation proffer fund.
In response to Supervisor Trout's question about support for the project, Mr, Turkel said of
those attending an information session, the unanimous sentiment was one of support for the trail
project.
Supervisor Trout moved for approval of the RTP grant application and supplemental
appropriation for the Bowman Library Lake Trail. 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
COMMITTEE BUSINESS:
Shannon G. Trout Aye
Robert W. Wells Aye
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. Aye
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HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
CASE OFFICER RANGE 4 TO THE SALARY ADMINISTRATION PLAN a APPROVED
Supervisor Dunn moved for approval of the request by Old Dominion Court Services
(ODCS), supervised by Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center (NRADC) to add a Case
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Officer, range 4 to the Salary Administration Plan. Supervisor Slaughter seconded the motion
which carried on a voice vote,
UPDATES TO FREDERICK COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES POLICY REGARDING
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE & UNSAFE CONDITIONS POLICIES — APPROVED
Supervisor Dunn moved for approval of the Human Resources Department's
recommended changes to Frederick County Human Resources policy regarding Administrative
Leave & Unsafe Conditions Policies. Supervisor Wells seconded the motion which carried on a
voice vote.
1.6 Definitions
Administrative Closure shall be defined as work site closures authorized by the County
Administrator due to unsafe conditions (e.g., inclement weather, hazardous circumstances, emergency
situations, etc.).
VIII. WORK HOURS, HOLIDAYS, LEAVE
8.11 Administrative Leave shall be defined as leave of absence with or without pay for the purpose of
investigating or resolving work -related complaints, allegations, offenses, and/or charges which may result
in formal disciplinary actions. In cases where compensation is not approved, paid time off or
compensatory time may not be used.
Administrative Leave may be used during an investigation when it is necessary to determine the
validity of allegations against an employee for unacceptable job performance or conduct. If this action is
exercised, written notice shall be given to the affected employee stating the grounds for the investigation,
the date the Administrative Leave is to begin and, if possible, the date the investigation is to be
concluded. After the investigation is concluded, the employee should be notified of the results and given
written notice of return to work or disciplinary action to be taken.
XVII. UNSAFE CONDITIONS
Unsafe Conditions shall be defined as a situation whereby the health or safety of citizens, clients,
or employees would be placed at risk or that conditions or events prevent performance of regular
operations, services or responsibilities.
17.1 Administrative Closure Designation/Notification
Administrative Closure (as defined in this Policy) may be authorized by the County
Administrator.
In the case of Administrative Closure or delayed opening, employees shall be sent an automated
message to their contact information of record. Additionally, the information will be posted on the
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County web site, social media sites, and the cable channel (Comcast Channel 16). Notification will be
sent to the local radio stations - WINC and Q 102.
17.2 Unsafe Conditions Leave
In the event that an Administrative Closure has been authorized, this leave shall be recorded
under the category of Unsafe Conditions Leave..
a. Unsafe Conditions Leave for Non -Essential Employees
Non -essential employees shall not be required to make up the time.
An employee who is on scheduled paid leave during an Administrative Closure may
charge Unsafe Conditions Leave in place of the scheduled paid leave (i,e., PTO, IDA
and Comp). However, an employee on a regular scheduled day off will not receive
credit for the Administrative Closure.
b. Unsafe Conditions for Essential Employee
Essential employees are individuals whose duties must be performed regardless of
Unsafe Conditions, and who must report to work despite an Administrative Closure.
All essential (non-exempt and full-time) employees required by their supervisors to
work during an Administrative Closure shall be paid for all hours worked during the
Administrative Closure. Additionally, essential employees shall be granted Unsafe
Conditions Leave for the time worked, up to a maximum of eight (8) hours per day,
not to exceed 32 hours per fiscal year. Unsafe Conditions Leave hours accrued must
be used within sixty (60) days (or two timesheet periods) or it will be forfeited. Any
unused accrued Unsafe Conditions Leave will not be paid out at the time of
termination.
17.3 Liberal Leave
If there are Unsafe Conditions during normally scheduled work hours and there is no
Administrative Closure, an employee shall be permitted, after appropriate contact with his/her
Department Supervisor, to take Liberal Leave with the stipulation that the time must be made up within
sixty (60) days. Liberal Leave make-up time shall be scheduled and approved by the Department Head.
Should the time not be made up within sixty (60) days, the employee will be charged paid leave for time
in arrears.
17.4 Timekeeninu
Unsafe Conditions Leave and Liberal Leave must both be accounted for on the timesheet.
It shall be the Department Head's responsibility to oversee his/her employees' make-up time of
Liberal Leave hours owed, and to reflect accurate balances in the appropriate column. When Liberal
Leave make-up hours are applied to the regular working day(s) and the total amount then results in
overtime, the excess hours are not eligible for overtime payment.
The timesheets for essential employees who work during a delayed opening or Administrative
Closure should reflect both the hours worked and Unsafe Conditions Leave.
(Effective July 1, 2019)
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UPDATES TO FREDERICK COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES POLICY REGARDING ANTI-
DISCRIMINATION AND ANTI -HARASSMENT — APPROVED
Supervisor Dunn moved for approval of the Human Resources Department's
recommended changes to Frederick County Human Resources policy regarding Anti -
Discrimination and Anti -Harassment. Supervisor Slaughter seconded the motion which carried on
a voice vote.
XX. ANTI DISCRIIVIINATION AND ANTI -HARASSMENT POLICY
Frederick County is committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with
respect and dignity. Each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that
promotes equal employment opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including
harassment.
To define Frederick County's position regarding harassment and/or sexual harassment, to
maintain a working environment that is free of discriminatory harassment and/or sexual
harassment in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all other applicable
laws, and to communicate Frederick County's actions to any such conduct.
Policy
Frederick County is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of discrimination.
In keeping with this -commitment, discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex (including
pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and sex stereotyping), sexual orientation,
color, race, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military
service or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law is
prohibited. Any employee found to have engaged in prohibited discrimination or harassment
will be subject to discipline, up to and including termination.
For purposes of this policy, harassment includes verbal or physical conduct that denigrates or
shows hostility toward an individual or conduct that creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive
working environment for an individual because of the individual's protected characteristic. Such
conduct may include, but is not necessarily limited to, slurs, epithets, threats, derogatory
comments or visual depictions, unwelcome jokes and teasing, stereotyping, insulting or obscene
comments or gestures, display or circulation in the workplace of written or graphic material that
denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward the individual or group, or other verbal or
physical actions relating to an individual's protected characteristic.
Because there is often confusion related to the meaning of sexual harassment, it deserves
additional clarification. Sexual harassment includes any unwelcome sexual conduct (including
sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal and physical conduct of a sexual
nature) when (1) submission to the conduct is an explicit or implicit term or condition of
employment, (2) submission to or rejection of the conduct is used as the basis for an employment
decision affecting the individual, or (3) the conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably
interfering with an individual's work performance, or creating an intimidating, hostile, or
offensive working environment.
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Sexual harassment can take many forms. The following is a partial list of the types of
behavior that could constitute sexual harassment:
• Unwanted or unwelcome physical contact or conduct of any kind, including, patting,
pinching, brushing up against, hugging, cornering, kissing, fondling, or any other
similar physical contact;
• Verbal abuse of a sexual nature, including sexual flirtations, advances, propositions,
sexual innuendoes, sexually suggestive, insulting or graphic comments, noises, or
sounds;
• Sexually explicit, suggestive or offensive jokes;
• Demeaning, insulting, intimidating, or sexually suggestive comments about an
individual's dress, body, appearance, or personal life;
• The display or distribution in the workplace of demeaning, insulting, intimidating,
or sexually suggestive objects or pictures, including nude photographs, drawings, or
magazine pictures; and
• Demeaning, insulting, intimidating, or sexually suggestive written, recorded or
electronically transmitted messages.
To violate the law, harassment must reach a certain level of seriousness in terms of its nature,
repetition, and/or impact on employment. This policy, however, not only prohibits unlawful
harassment, but also offensive conduct that is contrary to Frederick County's core values. Thus,
Frederick County may take action to address offensive behavior or statements based on a
person's protected characteristic even if such action(s) standing alone would not rise to the level
of unlawful harassment.
Reporting Obligations
Any employee who feels he or she has been subjected to, or has witnessed, any kind of
harassing behavior, as described in this policy, should immediately notify your supervisor,
Department Head, or Director of Human Resources. A supervisor or Department Head who
becomes aware of any harassment, or who receives allegations of harassment from any
employee, must immediately advise the Director of Human Resources.
All complaints will be investigated in a timely manner and confidentiality will be maintained to
the extent permitted by the circumstances consistent with the need to investigate and address
the issue. Employees must cooperate fully and truthfully in any investigation relating to this
policy. Depending on the results of the investigation, Frederick County may take corrective
action, including such discipline as is appropriate, up to and including immodiate termination of
the employee.
No Retaliation
Frederick County forbids retaliation against any employee for making a good faith complaint or
cooperating fully and truthfully in an investigation under this policy. Any employee who is
found to have engaged in retaliation in violation of this policy will be subject to discipline, up
to and including termination. If an employee believes he or she has been retaliated against in
violation of this policy, the employee must report such violation in the same way other
violations of this policy are reported.
Individuals and Conduct Covered
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This policy prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation whether engaged in by, or
directed at, employees, contractors, clients, vendors, or others an employee may come into
contact with while working or representing the County. Conduct prohibited by this policy is
unacceptable in the workplace and in any work -related setting outside the workplace, such
as during business trips, business meetings and business -related social events.
(Effective July 1, 2019)
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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
Supervisor McCarthy provided an update on the County's planning for the change in the
recycling market.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
OUTDOOR FESTIVAL PERMIT REQUEST OF ROBERT BAUSERMAN — FAB JAM FESTIVAL
-APPROVED
Mr, Tierney provided background saying the request is for the Fab Jam Festival to be held
Saturday, September 28, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. off U.S. Route 522 next to the
Ciderworks rather than at the fairgrounds as in the past.
In response to Supervisor Wells' question, Mr. Bauserman said the festival will be the same
as in the past.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing.
There were no speakers.
Chairman DeHaven closed the public hearing,
Supervisor McCarthy moved for approval of the Outdoor Festival Permit request of Robert
Bauserman for the Fab Jam Festival. Supervisor Wells seconded the motion which carried on a
voice vote.
OUTDOOR FESTIVAL PERMIT REQUEST OF CONCERN HOTLINE — 20TH ANNUAL FRIDAY
FISH FRY — APPROVED
Mr. Tierney provided background saying the request is for the Concern Hotline 20th Annual
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Fish Fry on Friday, September 6, 2019, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Groves Harley -Davison as
in the past.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing.
There were no speakers.
Chairman DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Supervisor Trout moved for approval of the Outdoor Festival Permit request of Concern
Hotline for the 20th Annual Fish Fry, 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
CONVEYANCE BY QUITCLAIM DEED OF ANY INTEREST HELD BY THE COUNTY IN REAL
PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS TAX PARCEL NUMBER 49AO4.1-K-19 IN THE BACK CREEK
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT — APPROVED
County Attorney Williams provided background saying the request is from a citizen for a
deed to a lot in Shawneeland that everyone thought existed, but which had never been platted. He
said the original owner conveyed the lot and taxes have been paid, but the lot was never legally
subdivided and is now open space as part of the Shawneeland Sanitary District. He continued
saying that all parties have acted in good faith, taxes have been paid by the requester for the lot
which is adjacent to lots she already owns, and the conveyance of the deed will be contingent upon
the requester's agreeing to waive any claim on taxes paid in the past.
Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing.
There were no speakers.
Chairman DeHaven closed the public hearing,
Vice Chairman Lofton moved that the Board authorize the County Attorney to pursue
conveying a quitclaim deed of any interest held by the county in real property identified as Tax
Parcel Number 49A04-1-K-19, in the Back Creek Magisterial District, to Jennifer Larrick, Supervisor
McCarthy seconded the motion,
Supervisor Dunn moved to amend the motion to include a waiver from all previous and
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future owners. Supervisor McCarthy seconded the motion. He said he understands the motive for
the amendment but said he will not vote for the amendment. The motion to amend the main motion
failed on a roll call vote as follows:
Blaine P. Dunn Aye
Gary A. Lofton No
J. Douglas McCarthy No
Judith McCann -Slaughter No
Shannon G. Trout No
Robert W. Wells No
Charles S. DeHaven, Jr. No
The original motion authorizing the County Attorney to pursue conveying the quitclaim
deed 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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PLANNING COMMISSION (BUSINESS — PUBLIC HEARING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #03-19 FOR ARTHUR NELSON SISK — APPROVED
Mr. Cheran provided information on the request submitted for a landscape contracting
business saying the property, currently used as a putt -putt golf course, is located at 154 Gainesboro
Road, Winchester, Virginia, and is identified with Property Identification Number 29-A-73C in the
Gainesboro Magisterial District. He said the Planning Commission recommended approval at their
June 5 meeting, and reviewed the conditions recommended by the Planning Commission.
Supervisor McCarthy inquired about prohibiting mulch grinding, and Mr. Cheran deferred
to the applicant.
Supervisor Slaughter inquired about restroom facilities.
Mr. Ben Butler, representing the applicant, offered to answer questions. In response to
Supervisor McCarthy's question about grinding or chipping on site, Mr. Butler said the applicant will
agree with that activity being prohibited as a condition of the permit.
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Chairman DeHaven opened the public hearing.
There were no speakers.
Chairman DeHaven closed the public hearing.
Supervisor McCarthy moved for approval of Conditional Use Permit #03-19 as presented
with the addition of a condition prohibiting grinding or chipping on the premises. Supervisor
Slaughter 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
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BOARD LIAISON REPORTS - None
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Carroll Hawes said he is a Warren County resident and owner of one of the disputed parcels
mentioned earlier, He said he understands the Board being in favor of more revenue for the County,
but said the majority of these parcels are family -owned properties and the owners all have ties to
Warren County in that they live and work there, fire and rescue response has been from Warren
County, they all attended schools in Warren County and have lived their whole lives in Warren
County, He asked the Board to take into consideration that people are involved, saying the issue is
not just a line on the map. He said more of the owners will speak at the public hearing and thanked
the Board for their service.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
Supervisor Dunn gave a reminder of the Newcomer Welcome Event scheduled for the next
evening at the Convention & Visitors Bureau,
Supervisor Wells noted the Frederick County Fair will be held July 29 through August 3,
Supervisor Dunn clarified his statements on the use of trailers at the schools. He discussed
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the budget process and reducing proposed budget figures versus budget cuts. He said that the
information he has presented on school budgeting, including teacher salaries, has used numbers
obtained from the School Board.
Supervisor McCarthy said despite his recent vote, he is not a fan of conditional use permits.
He said the zoning ordinance and the conditional use ordinance are nearly identical and there may
be abuses in that residents choose to go for a CUP rather than a rezoning. He moved to refer the
matter to the Planning Commission for review. Supervisor Dunn seconded the motion which carried
on a voice vote.
Supervisor McCarthy moved that Board direct staff to integrate the Transportation Director
into the discussion of comprehensive plan matters in order for the Board to have more information
when making decisions. Supervisor Slaughter seconded the motion which carried on a voice vote.
Supervisor Trout said in reference to teacher salaries, it is not an ability to pay but rather a
willingness of the Board to raise real estate taxes when the constituents have been asking for that.
Supervisor Trout said she will be responding to the inquiry about conducting a survey of
budget preferences,
ADJOURN
On motion of Vice Chairman Lofton, seconded by Supervisor McCarthy, the meeting was
adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
"Charles S. DeHaven, Jr.
Chairman, Board of Supervisors
Kris '
Clerk, oar f Su isors
Minutes Prepared By: ~
Ann W. Phillips
Deputy Clerk, Board of Supervisors
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Board of Supervisors Minutes of July 10, 2019 Meeting - Appendix 1
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE REPORT to the BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Monday, June 17, 2019
9:00 a.m.
107 NORTH KENT STREET, WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
A Human Resources Committee meeting was held in the First Floor Conference Room at 107 North Kent
Street on Monday, June 17, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.
ATTENDEES:
Committee Members Present: Blaine Dunn, Chairman; Don Butler; Doug McCarthy, Beth
Lewellen; and Dorrie Green
Staff present: Michael Marciano, Human Resources Director; DeLois Blevins, Human Resources
Manager; Rod Williams, County Attorney; Jay Tibbs, Deputy County Administrator; Jim Whitley,
Kim Chmura; and Lenny Millholland.
Others present: None
ITEMS REQUIRING ACTION BY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS:
1. The Old Dominion Court Services (ODCS), supervised by Northwestern Regional Adult
Detention Center (NRADC) requested to add a Case Officer, range 4 to the Salary
Administration Plan (Exhibit A). The committee recommends approval, 5 in favor & 0 against.
2. The Human Resources Department presented recommended changes to Frederick County
Human Resources policy regarding Administrative Leave & Unsafe Conditions Policies (Exhibit
B). The committee recommends approval, 5 in favor & 0 against.
3. The Human Resources Department presented recommended changes to Frederick County
Human Resources policy regarding Anti -Discrimination and Anti -Harassment (Exhibit Q. The
committee recommends approval, 5 in favor & 0 against. Note the memo of June 25 explaining
the administratively proposed modified language regarding reporting incidents of harassment.
4. The Human Resources Department presented a nomination for Employee of the Month for
Deputy Greg Lambert (Exhibit D). The committee recommends approval of Greg Lambert for
the June 2019 Employee of the Month, 5 in favor & 0 against.
Respectfully submitted,
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
Blaine Dunn, Chairman
Don Butler
Beth Lewin
Doug McCarthy
Dorrie Wells
Robert (Bob) Wells
By
Michael J. Marciano, Director of Human Resources
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REPORT to the BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Wednesday July 10, 2019
7:00 p.m.
107 NORTH KENT STREET, WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
To: Jay Tibbs, Deputy County Administrator for Human Services
From: Jason L. Robertson, Director, Parks & Recreation Dept.
Date: June 12, 2019
Subject: Parks and Recreation Commission Action
The Parks and Recreation Commission met on June 11, 2019. Members present were: Guss
Morrison, Christopher Fordney, Gary Longerbeam, Amy Strosnider, Charles Sandy, Jr., Natalie
Gerometta, Ronald Madagan, Randy Carter, and Robert Wells (Board of Supervisors' Non -
Voting Liaison).
ITEMS REQUIRING ACTION BY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS:
None
ITEMS SUBMITTED FOR INFORMATION ONLY
1. The Commission approved not entering into a long-term lease agreement with the
Winchester Model Railroad Club for use of space at the Snowden Bridge Park location
storage building.
2. The Commission approved sending the attached letter of appreciation to the Scully
Family for their donation of 8 parcels of land along the Abrams Creek in the trail
corridor.
3. The Commission approved sending a letter of interest for a grant opportunity that
would assist in the installation of a bike park at NW Sherando Paris. If accepted, staff
would follow the County Grant approval process and apply for the grant in October of
2019.
Cc: Charles R. Sandy, Chairman
Robert Wells, Board of Supervisors' Non -Voting Liaison
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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT to the BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
8:00 a.m.
107 NORTH KENT STREET, SUITE 200, WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE ATTENDEES:
Committee Members Present: J. Douglas McCarthy, Chairman; Gary A. Lofton; Gene E. Fisher;
and Harvey E. "Ed" Strawsnyder, Jr.
Committee Members Absent: Whitney "Whit" L. Wagner
Staff and others present: Joe C. Wilder, Director of Public Works; Rod Williams, County
Attorney; Kris Tierney, County Administrator; Jay Tibbs, Deputy County Administrator, Gloria
Puffinburger, Solid Waste Manager; Brandon Wyatt, intern; Ron Kimble, Landfill Manager;
Michael Neese, City of Winchester Public Works.
Attachment 1—Agenda Packet
ITEM FOR INFORMATION ONLY
1-Update on the replacement of the Albin Convenience Center
Staff gave a brief update about the Albin Convenience Center located at the old transportation
facility (SFW). The Frederick County School Board approved the resolution to provide a
perpetual easement for the construction of a new citizen convenience center and associated
improvements. Also, they approved the resolution and deed of gift for the old Bryarly school
site where our current convenience center is located. The deed still listed ownership by the
school board and now the county can dispose of the property once our new replacement site
is construction and in use.
2-State of Recycling in Frederick County.
Frederick County received notice from our recycling vendor, Southern Scrap that after August
13, 2019, they will no longer receive our recycled goods. The committee met and staff
discussed short-term and long-term options and solutions concerning the future of the
county's recycling program. We briefed the group about a potential study to be conducted by
SCS Engineers which would include the landfill service area of Frederick, Clarke and
Winchester. The study will explore the municipal and business sector recycling needs,
tonnages and feasibility of constructing a materials recovery facility (MRF) or sorting facility on
landfill property. Results of this study have been requested prior to the start of the budget
season in October 2019.
A second, regional feasibility study is supported by the members of the Northern Shenandoah
Valley Regional Planning District's Solid Waste Technical Committee. The planning district will
head up this study which will include representatives from cities, towns and counties in the
planning district, all of which are faced with tough decisions regarding the future of their
recycling programs. The group will also solicit input and data from private haulers and other
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stakeholders. The long-term study will be funded from reserve monies included in the Regional
Tire Operation Program (RTOP), already a planning district cooperative effort.
(Attachment 2)
In the near short term, staff is in negotiations with the county's local recycler to enter into a
limited term contract which will maintain the recycling program until the end of the calendar
year 2019. The county will be asked to pay processing fees for the first time in recent history.
The revenue derived from the sale of materials no longer offsets operational and labor costs.
This is a permanent shift across the United States as municipal programs are being required to
pay more in order to maintain levels of service in the face of national and international market
unrest. Once a proposal is submitted, the committee will meet again and make a
recommendation to the board. In the interim, staff has also prepared a Request for Quotes for
advertisement. The county's current agreement with its vendor ends on August 13.
The Public Works Committee also discussed the option of suspending the recycling program
and landfill all materials, at a cost of about $65,500 per year which includes the following:
• Lost rebates for recyclables
• Increased tipping fees paid to the landfill for trash
• Increased trash hauling costs which are not completely offset by the cost
avoidance of hauling recyclables
• Loss of landfill air space and associated tipping fees at the landfill
Other impacts include logistical issues at the convenience sites, such as reduced operational
hours on weekends and holidays at some locations (i.e.; Greenwood, Albin, Gore, Double Toll
Gate). When sites reach capacity and the landfill is closed, staff will likely be forced to close
early due to a lack of waste diversion.
Staffs goal is to provide as many options as possible to allow the Board of Supervisors to make
the best decisions for the county. We will continue to work through this very fluid situation
and provide regular updates and information to the Board and Administration.
Respectfully submitted,
Public Works Committee
J. Douglas McCarthy, Chairman
Gary A. Lofton
Robert W. Wells
Whitney "Whit" L. Wagner
Gene E. Fisher
Harvey E. "Ed" Strawsnyder, Jr.
By sae
Jo . Wilder
Public Works Director
JCW/kco
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Board of Supervisors Minutes of July 10, 2019 Meeting - Appendix 4
TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT to the BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Monday, June 24, 2019
8:30 a.m.
107 NORTH KENT STREET, WINCHESTER, VIRGINIA
ATTENDEES: Committee Members Present: Gary Lofton, Chairman (Voting), Judith McCann -Slaughter
(Voting), Gary Oates (Voting), 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, and Kathy Smith, Secretary
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION ONLY:
1- SmartScale Application Development: Staff discussed the next round of SmartScale which are
due in the fall of 2020. Staff would like to begin a project list for the next round of applications as soon
as possible to be prepared and competitive. Staff has had some feedback regarding the concerns raised
across the state that most likely there will be changes to the policy in the upcoming round of
SmartScale. A handout of potential projects and potential applications source were presented to the
Committee for a start list with highlighted areas of the projects that were applied for last year. The
current rules allow for Frederick County four (4) independent applications. An additional four (4)
applications can be submitted through the Winchester Frederick County MPO and Shenandoah Valley
Regional Commission entities that Frederick County is a member
2- Transportation Forum Discussion and Guidance: Staff is seeking guidance on whether the
Committee would like to hold the Transportation Forum again this year. The Committee recommended
to continue with another Transportation Forum in October as it has been a well -attended event. A topic
that the Committee would like to see address is to have a representative from the SecretarySCTMs Office
to present the package on the new fuel tax increase. It was suggested to move the venue to another
location to attract different attendees. A potential location suggested was the Public Safety Building
which would allow for a larger setting and display area. Staff was directed to seek October availability of
our CTB members and Delegates and then work on the date and venues based upon that availability.
4-County Projects Updates:
Crossover Boulevard aka Tevis Street Extension/Airport Road/1-81 Bridge: The notice to proceed was
issued to Perry Engineering on May 14, 2019. The contractor is currently mobilizing on -site and working
through the various permits required to move forward with the work. The project has an expected
completion date of September 10, 2021.
Renaissance Drive: The project is nearly at 30% design. Currently, Staff is seeking comments from
various agencies on the Springdale Road CSX crossing closure.
Northern Y: The consultant is compiling the items necessary to meet the approximately 60% for the
language in the Revenue Sharing Agreement.
Juba] Early Drive Extension and Interchange with Route 37: No activity at this time
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5- Upcoming Agenda Items:
SmartScale (ongoing discussion and development)
Transportation Forum
Staff also noted that they are participating in the VTRANS statewide transportation plan update, as well
as the first stages of the MPO Long Range Plan update. Items from these efforts are expected to come
to the Committee at the appropriate times.
6- Other:
The Committee requested to have a representative from VDOT's Traffic Engineering Division discuss the
traffic signal coordination and signal system in the area at an upcoming meeting.
Scott Alexander, VDOT gave an update on area projects and all are moving along well. Judith McCann -
Slaughter thanked VDOT for the signage at 1-81.
The Committee asked Staff to look into the Rural Preservation Subdivision ordinance to see if anything
can be done with the unpaved road issue for residents.
ITEMS REQUIRING ACTION BY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS:
3- Revenue Sharing (see attached): Currently, the pre -application window is open for VDOT's
Revenue Sharing Program. No applications have been forthcoming from potential private partners so
Staff recommends that the Committee concur on an application that would fully match the private
contribution on the Renaissance Drive project. Staff discussed the current cost estimate and the
revenue stream indicated on Renaissance Drive that is fully funded. Staff has reviewed the standard
project inflation rates and analyzed the contingency amounts with the rapidly increasing project costs
that have been seen in the industry at large. Staff would seek to submit a Revenue Sharing application
to obtain State matching funds for all the private funds committed to the project. Staff noted that while
the current estimate and revenue sources show full funding, it would be prudent to seek the additional
state funds out of an abundance of caution. Currently, the total project funding is as follows:
1. Revenue sharing funds from VDOT - $1,638,764.00
2. Local Funds:
a. $633,644.00 (Artillery Rezoning Proffer)
b. $452,791.46 (Blackburn Rezoning Proffer)
C. $1,080,000.00 (Carbaugh Rezoning Proffer)
3. Unmatched local funds: $527,671.46
4. Expenditures: $283,809.52
5. Remaining Funds: $3,521,390
Upon a motion by, Mr. Gary Oates and seconded by Mr. lames Racey the Committee recommended to
submit an additional Revenue Sharing application for funding to obtain matching funds of the
unmatched local funds to the Board for recommendation of approval.
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