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A Regular Meeting ofthe Frederick County Board of Supervisors was held on February 23,
2000, at 7:15 P.M., in the Board of Supervisors' Meeting Room, County Administration Building,
107 North Kent Street, Winchester, Virginia.
PRESENT
Chairman Richard C. Shickle; Vice Chairman Charles W. Orndoff, Sf.; W. Harrington Smith,
Jr.; Robert M. Sager; Margaret B. Douglas; and Sidney A. Reyes.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Shickle called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION
The invocation was delivered by Chaplain Barry S. Foster with Shenandoah University.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
County Administrator Riley advised that he had one item from Juvenile Justice Department
for request of funds.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Orndoff, the agenda was
adopted, as amended, by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
CONSENT AGENDA
County Administrator Riley suggested the following tabs for approval under consent agenda:
I. Code & Ordinance Committee Report - Tab I;
2. Landfill Oversite Advisory Committee Report - Tab J.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Orndoff, seconded by Supervisor Douglas, the consent
agenda was approved as noted above by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Donnie Gladden, resident of Hudson Hollow Road, Opequon District, appeared before the
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Board. He presented a petition from residents of this area addressing the problem they are
experiencing with large amounts oftrash and deer carcass being dumped on their property. He asked
the Board to please look into this concern. He further addressed the ordinance amendment that is
being proposed by the Public Works Committee later in this meeting. This amendment will affect
those county residents that continue to ignore trash and debris on their property. If this continues
the trash will be hauled away, by the county, and the landowner will be charged for this being done.
He disagrees with the amendment.
The following residents appeared before the Board on behalf of the county school bus
drivers:
Brenda Trenary, Shawnee District, Tracey Poleno, Denise Foreman, Linda Jenkins,
Stonewall District. They all expressed their concern about the wages for school bus drivers in
addition to the fact that bus drivers are not offered any type of retirement by the school system.
They explained that the top salary for a bus driver is $11,983 annually. They compared Frederick
County benefits and salary to other localities and asked why something could not be done to change
this.
Ms. Jenkins advised the Board of her experiences, as well as other parents with the school
system, and the emphasis they are placing on subjects that are part of the SOL test. She further
advised that tutors are provided by the state for the SOL subj ects, even though the student is passing
this particular subject, while failing a subject as important as reading.
Donald W. Luttrell, Opequon District, presented a list of questions that he had concerning
bonds for the Handley Library. This letter was presented to each Board member and County
Administrator Riley prior to the meeting.(A copy ofthis letter is on file in the Office of the County
Administrator).
Dick Crane, Stonewall District, addressed the proposed 2000-2001 budget stating that he
feels retired county citizens living on a fixed income cannot continue to afford tax increases. He
feels a 2 cent tax increase would be more appropriate than the proposed 5 cents.
LOCAL BOY SCOUT TROOP 60 AND 131 INTRODUCED
Supervisor Smith introduced members oflocal Boy Scout Troop 60 and 131 and their leaders
who were in attendance.
MINUTES
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Upon motion made by Supervisor Orndoff, seconded by Supervisor Reyes, the minutes of
the Regular Meeting ofJanuary 26,2000 were approved as presented by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
Upon motion made by Supervisor Orndoff, seconded by Supervisor Reyes, the minutes of
the Regular Meeting of February 8, 2000 were approved as presented by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
PRESENTATION OF HISTORIC PLAOUE FOR ROSE HILL FARM SUBMITTED
BY R. LEE TAYLOR OF GLEN BURNIE
Planning Director Kris Tierney appeared before the Board to explain that the Frederick
County Historic Resources Advisory Board (HRAB) unanimously approved the Historic Property
Designation application for Rose Hill Farm submitted by Mr. R. Lee Taylor of Glen Burnie.
Supervisor Margaret Douglas presented this plaque to Ms. Jennifer Esler who was present on behalf
of Glen Burnie Museum.
ROBIN DAMICO REAPPOINTED TO COUNTY PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
Chairman Shickle advised that he was reappointing Robin Damico to the county Personnel
Committee.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Sager, Robin Damico was
reappointed to the county Personnel Committee, said term to expire January 26, 2001.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
RALPH LEWIS APPOINTED TO THE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION AS MEMBER-AT -LARGE
Upon motion made by Supervisor Reyes, seconded by Supervisor Orndoff, Ralph Lewis was
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appointed to the Parks and Recreation Commission as Member-at-Large. This is a four year
appointment. This term will commence on February 28, 2000, and expire on February 28, 2004.
UPDATE ON THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY BATTLEFIELDS NATIONAL
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION BY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HOWARD
KITTELL
Planning Director Kris Tierney advised the Board that the Commission has prepared a draft
plan and will soon be holding another series of public meetings to receive public input. Frederick
County's understanding of (and support for) the Plan, along with the support of each locality within
the District, will be vitally important in garnering the support needed from our representatives in
Washington. Their support in turn is critical to gaining final approval of the Plan and the necessary
supporting federal legislation and funding.
Executive Director Howard Kittell appeared before the Board at which time he presented a
summary of the draft plan.
Chairman Shickle asked when this plan would be coming back to Frederick County.
Mr. Kittell replied the loth of June.
Mr. Tierney explained that he felt it was important for Board members to attend this meeting
in order to better understand the request. He further advised that a $10,000 grant has been awarded
for the Heater House at Cedar Creek.
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS DR. WILLIAM DEAN ADDRESSED THE
BOARD RE: JOINT TRANSPORTATION. MAINTENANCE/CENTRAL
WAREHOUSE F ACILITY(POSTPONED FROM FEBRUARY 8. 2000 MEETING)
Dr. Dean appeared before the Board to further address the acreage at Red Bud School and
to further explain the three schemes that he and the school board are recommending to the Board of
Supervisors.
1. Additional acreage required at Red Bud site would be 5.1 acres for Transportation
facility only. There would be a two story high school rather than one.
2. 8.9 acres required for TransportationlMaintenance/Central Warehouse with a two story
high school.
3. Only maintenance building on site, no additional acreage would be required.
With a one story high school.
4. Obtain additional acreage of ten to thirteen acres for a new high school and middle
school. Robinson School site could be renovated for a maintenance facility.
Supervisor Smith asked if the capacity of the high school was 1500 students.
Dr. Dean replied yes.
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Chairman Shickle stated that he was pleased to see that there has been thought given for the
construction of a middle school.
County Administrator Riley explained that Dr. Dean was seeking some direction from the
Board.
Supervisor Sager stated that he would like to see some cost figures on renovating the
Robinson School site.
Supervisor Orndoff asked where the maintenance shed would be located.
Dr. Dean replied it would remain where it is, with renovation.
Dr. Dean advised that he could go back, do some more work on this and discuss it further
with the school board. He would ask them for their input on what they would like to see planned
for the next five or six years.
Supervisor Sager stated that he would like to see less spent on buying mortar. He still feels
that the area of leasing needs to be looked into.
Supervisor Reyes asked about getting the children out of trailers.
Dr. Dean explained that a new high school would get rid of 12 trailers.
It was the consensus ofthe Board that Dr. Dean take the information and questions provided
by the Board back to the school board and come back with his findings.
REQUEST AND RESOLUTION (#032-00) FROM PARKS AND RECREATION RE:
RECREATIONAL ACCESS GRANT APPLICATION FOR SHERANDO PARK
BIKEWAY PROJECT - APPROVED
County Administrator Riley presented this information to the Board.
WHEREAS, Sherando Park is owned and is to be developed by the County of Frederick as
a recreational facility serving the residents of the County of Frederick, Virginia and adjoining
localities; and
WHEREAS, the facility is in need of adequate bicycle access; and
WHEREAS, the procedure governing the allocation of recreational access funds as set forth
in Section 33.1-223 of the Code of Virginia requires joint action by the Director ofthe Department
of Conservation and Recreation and the Commonwealth Transportation Board; and
WHEREAS, a statement of policy agreed upon between the said Director and Board
approves the use of such funds for the construction of access facilities to publicly owned recreational
areas or historical sites; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has duly adopted a zoning ordinance pursuant to
Article 8 (Section 15.1-486 et. seq.), Chapter II, Title 15.1 ofthe Code of Virginia; and
WHEREAS, it appears to the Board of Supervisors that all requirements of the law have
been met to permit the Director of the Department of Conservation and Recreation to designate
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Sherando Park as a public recreational facility and further permit the Commonwealth Transportation
Board to provide funds for access to this public recreation area in accordance with Section 33.1-223
of the Code of Virginia; and
WHEREAS, the right of way of the proposed bicycle access is provided by the County of
Frederick at no cost to the Recreational Access Fund; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors acknowledges that, pursuant to the provisions of
Section 33.1-223 of the Code of Virginia, this bikeway, once constructed, shall be regulated and
maintained by the County of Frederick.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of Frederick
County, Virginia, hereby requests the Director of the Department of Conservation and Recreation
to designate Sherando Park as a public recreational area and to recommend to the Commonwealth
Transportation Board that recreational access funds be allocated for a bikeway to serve said park;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Commonwealth Transportation Board is hereby
requested to allocate the necessary recreational access funds to provide a suitable bikeway as
hereinbefore described.
RESOLVED, this 23rd day of February, 2000.
The above resolution was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
REOUEST TO RESCIND BOARD ACTION RE: PURCHASE OF GOODMAN
HANGER-APPROVED
County Administrator Riley presented this request to the Board. He explained that a request
for a supplemental appropriation for FY 1992-2000 of $15,000 (covering February through June
2000) for lease ofthe Goodman Hangar was made on behalf ofthe Airport Authority,
by their Executive Director Renny Manuel, at the Finance Committee meeting held Wednesday,
February 16, 2000.
At this time the committee was informed that it is no longer the Airport Authority's desire
to purchase the Goodman Hangar, thus the resolution the Board passed at their meeting on
November 10, 1998, approving the purchase and appropriating the county's portion of funds for such
a purchase should be rescinded at this time.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Orndoff, seconded by Supervisor Reyes, the above action
request of the airport authority was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
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W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
REOUEST FROM C. DOUGLAS TUCKER, C.S.U. DIRECTOR, FOR ROLLOVER
OF VJCCCA FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $100.442 - APPROVED
County Administrator Riley presented this request to the Board.
Chairman Shickle asked if this meant we would have $100,000 less in fund balance.
Finance Director Cheryl Shiffler replied yes.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Sager, seconded by Supervisor Smith, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS:
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #01-00, EDWIN L. LAMBERT,
JR., FOR A COTTAGE OCCUPATION TO OPERATE A CONTRACTING
BUSINESS. THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT 1521 CEDAR HILL ROAD AND
IS IDENTIFIED WITH PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 33-A-36 IN THE
STONEWALL MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT - APPROVED
Planner I Mark Cheran presented this request to the Board advising them that staff and
planning commission recommended approval with conditions.
There was no public input.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Orndoff, seconded by Supervisor Reyes, CUP #01-00 of
Edwin L. Lambert, Jr., was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED UPDATES TO THE 2000-2001 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS PLAN (CIP) - THE CIP IS A PRIORITIZED LIST OF
PROJECTS. REOUESTED BY NUMEROUS COUNTY AGENCIES. TO BE
REVIEWED FOR POTENTIAL ALLOCATION IN THE ENSUING FIVE YEAR
PERIOD. THE PLAN IS CREATED AS AN INFORMA TIONAL DOCUMENT TO
ASSIST IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE COUNTY'S ANNUAL BUDGET. THE
CIP IS AN ADVISORY DOCUMENT; PROJECTS ARE NOT NECESSARILY
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FUNDED BECAUSE OF THEIR INCLUSION IN THE CIP - APPROVED
Assistant Planning Director Evan Wyatt presented this plan with the updates as discussed at
prior Board meeting.
Supervisor Reyes asked about #7 - Western Regional Park Land Acquisition as to what could
be done to place this in a higher priority.
Mr. Wyatt explained how the rating system works to Supervisor Reyes, and further explained
that this can be changed by the Board.
Donnie Gladden, Opequon District, stated that if the new high school, as shown on this plan,
is built on the location that has been discussed it will be in a flood plain, and he doesn't feel this is
something the Board would want to do.
Donald Luttrell, Opequon District, feels the location in Albin that is currently being used as
bus garage should be left as it is.
Linda Jenkins, Stonewall District, stated that when Dr. Dean made his original presentation
concerning a new high school and middle school, possibly being built on the same site, there was
no mention of any type of athletic complex. However, Dr. Dean, in his presentation to the Board
of Supervisors, earlier in this meeting, explained that an athletic complex was possible. She
personally does not feel this would be a good idea as she does not feel it would work.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Sager, seconded by Supervisor Douglas, the 2000-2001
Capital Improvements Plan (ClP) was approved, as a guide only, by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Nay
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
Supervisor Reyes stated that he would like to see #7 moved to the #3 slot.
County Administrator Riley explained to Supervisor Reyes the procedure that
is necessary in order for that to be done.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
CODE AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT - APPROVED UNDER
CONSENT AGENDA
The Code & Ordinance Committee met on Monday, February 7, 2000, at 4:00 PM, in the
First Floor Conference Room, County Administration Building, 107 North Kent Street, Winchester,
Virginia. Present were chairman of the committee Sidney A. Reyes, Supervisor Robert M. Sager,
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and Stephen G. Butler. Also present were Mr. George Spates, County Attorney Lawrence R.
Ambrogi, Major Alvin Johnson, Director of Public Works Harvey E. Straw snyder, Jr., Recycling
Coordinator Gloria M. Puffinburger, County Administrator John R. Riley, Jr., and Assistant County
Administrator Lauren G. Carrier. Attorney Michael Bryan was unable to attend the meeting. The
committee submits the following:
***Items Not Requiring Action***
1. Request from Mr. Georee SDates to Amend ChaDter 158 ofthe Frederick County
Code. Vehicles and Traffic. Article IV Law Enforcement of Private Roads and
Streets. to Include the Roads in Huntin~ton Rid~e Manor. (See Attachments).
Mr. Spates addressed his concern for a problem in his neighborhood regarding off-road
vehicles and their danger. He had requested of the committee to include the roads in Huntington
Manor, but after further discussion, Mr. Spates requested that he bring back the information on the
code change and its implications to his neighbors for further consideration. The committee
concurred.
2. Discussion of the Frederick County Code. ChaDter 142. Solid Waste - Draft of
Ordinance to Replace the Current Chapter. (See Attachments)
Director of Public Works Harvey E. Strawsnyder and Recycling Coordinator Gloria M.
Puffinburger presented the committee with a memorandum regarding the updating of Frederick
County's Solid Waste Ordinance. After explaining that the ordinance had been rewritten entirely,
Mr. Strawsnyder and Ms. Puffinburger requested input form the committee for inclusion in the final
draft ordinance. Mr. Riley provided the following issues for consideration:
. Curb-side pick-up; expand its addition/section in the new ordinance
. Litter Control
. Enforcement; work with the sheriff to address this issue
. Nuisances (definition); work with county attorney to address
. Issuance of citations; work with county attorney & sheriffto address
. Further define building materials.
The committee took the ordinance for consideration and will meet again to provide additional
input.
LANDFILL OVERSITE ADVISORY COMMITTEE - APPROVED UNDER
CONSENT AGENDA
The landfill oversight committee met on Wednesday, February 9,2000, at 8:00 a.m. in the
first floor conference room at the Frederick County Administration Building. All committee
members were present. The following issues were discussed:
1. Project UDdate
a.) Closure of Cells "A" and "B", Phase I: Mr. Joe Wilder, project manager, presented the
committee with a brief status report for the subject project. The contractor, Perry Engineering
Company, Inc., has completed the entire closure project except for the final seeding. This will be
accomplished in the spring.
b.) Expansion of ConstructionlDemolition Debris (CDD) Landfill: The designer, SCS
Engineers, Inc., has completed the design documents for an additional five (5) acres ofCDD landfill
disposal area. We anticipate advertising by March 1,2000 and awarding a contract on or before
April 1, 2000.
c.) Active Gas Recovery System: The design of an active gas recovery system has been
completed by SCS Engineers, Inc. The project includes collection piping and a sophisticated flare
station to burn off unused gas. The bids will be received on February 16,2000. We anticipate
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awarding a contract on or before March 2, 2000.
d.) Rock Removal Contract: A blasting contract was previously awarded to General
Excavation Contractors, Inc., to fracture approximately 100,000 cubic yards of rock for future
removal by the landfill staff and equipment. This proj ect has been satisfactorily completed. Several
test pits were excavated using a trackhoe to verify depth and excavatability of the blasted rock.
2. Reeional Tire Proeram
Mr. Steve Frye, landfill manager, presented the committee with a plan to operate the regional
tire program. The Frederick County landfill has volunteered to operate the tire shredding/chipping
program. Mr. Frye indicated that Frederick County can provide a very efficient and cost-effective
service because of our relative size. He indicated that we will utilize our existing staff as well as
contract labor to operate the tire chipping equipment. We currently shred/chip approximately
100,000 tires at the landfill. The entire program processes approximately 150,000 tires per year.
Therefore, it is obviously more efficient to house and operate this shredder at the Frederick County
landfill than to have Shenandoah County operate the program. Their efforts were becoming
inefficient as well as more costly.
3. Monthlv Statement
A comparative financial statement for December, 1999, was provided for the committee's
review. The brief summary statement provides a comparison of expenditures, revenues and charges
from December 1998 to December 1999. A copy of this statement is attached. (Attachment 1)
4. Closed Session
A closed-door session was held to discuss the status ofthe Peter Paul Riley farm acquisition.
In conjunction with this acquisition, the committee reviewed a draft agreement between Clarke
County and the landfill oversight committee. (Attachment 2)
FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
The Finance Committee met in the First Floor Conference Room at 107 North Kent Street
on February 16,2000 at 8:00 a.m. The Finance Committee recommended an approved consent
agenda on items 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18,25 and 26. Committee member Robert M.
Sager was absent.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Orndoff, the consent
agenda as spelled out above was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
The agenda items are as follows:
1. The Assistant County Administratorrequests a General Fund supplemental appropriation
in the amount of$34.846.37. This amount is needed to pay FY 1999, 4th quarter expenditures for
the Joint Judicial Center. This item was tabled from the last Finance Committee meeting. See
attached copy, p. 1-14. The committee recommends approval. Approved.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Sager, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
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Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
2. The County Administrator requests consideration of increasing the mileage
reimbursement from $.24 to $.27 per mile. This reimbursement is given when a personal vehicle
is used for county business travel. The committee recommends approval. Approved.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Orndoff, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
3. The Sheriff requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of$I.000.
These funds represent a DARE donation and is requested to be appropriated to the Drug Program
line item. No additional local funds are needed. See attached memo, p. 15. The committee
recommends approval. Approved Under Consent.
4. The Sheriff requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of$I.523.
These funds represent proceeds from the sale of DARE T-shirts and are requested to be appropriated
to the Drug Program line item. No additional local funds are needed. See attached memo, p. 16.
The committee recommends approval. Approved Under Consent.
5. The Sheriff requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$6.832.39. This amount represents insurance reimbursements for vehicle accidents and is requested
to be appropriated to 3102-3004-000-002 Repair and Maintenance - Vehicle. No additional local
funds are needed. See attached memos, p. 17-21. The committee recommends approval. Approved
Under Consent.
6. The Director of Public Works requests a General Fund sup"lemental appropriation not
to exceed $17.788.50. This amount is needed to create an Inspector! position and includes furniture
and equipment. This position is being supported by increased inspection revenues. The justification
for this new position is included in the attached memo, p. 22-25. The committee recommends
approval. Approved.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Sager, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Ir. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
7. The Director of Public Works requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the
amount of $3.000. This amount represents unbudgeted grant funds that have been received. No
additional local funds are needed. See attached memo, p. 26. The committee recommends approval.
Approved Under Consent.
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8. The Director of Public Works requests a General Fund budget transfer in the amount of
$2.500. This amount is needed to cover clinic fees for emergency treatment of injured stray county
animals. This expense was originally included in the Sheriff s Department budget. Additional local
funds are necessary. See attached memo, p. 27. The committee recommends approval. Approved.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Orndoff, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, If. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
9. The Director of Fire and Rescue requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in
the amount of$1.000. This amount represents a donation from the American Legion Conrad Hoover
Post #21, and is requested to be appropriated to 3505-5413-000 Other Operating Supplies to
purchase public education materials. No additional local funds are needed. See attached memo, p.
28-29. The committee recommends approval. Approved Under Consent.
10. The Superintendent of Recreation requests a General Fund Budget Transfer in the amount
of $11.500. This amount is needed to pay part-time salaries for umpires since bidding for this
contractual service resulted in no bidders. No additional local funds are needed. See attached
memo, p. 30. The committee recommends approval. Approved Under Consent.
11. The Director of Parks and Recreation requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation
in the amount of$864.51. This amount represents net proceeds from the Thanksgiving 5K. These
proceeds are to be disbursed to the Big Brothers/Big Sisters. No additional local funds are needed.
See attached memo, p. 31. The committee recommends approval. Approved Under Consent.
12. The Planning Department requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the
amount of$I.800. This amount is to be appropriated from 10-000240-2478 Fund Balance Reserve-
Historical Markers into line item 8101-5413-000-001 Historical Plaques. No additional local funds
are needed. See attached memo, p. 32. The committee recommends approval. Approved Under
Consent.
13. The Economic Development Director requests a General Fund supplemental
appropriation in the amount of $15.000. This amount represents the remaining portion of a Small
Business Incubator Program grant that has been received. It is requested that this amount be
appropriated into line item 8102-3002-000-014 Incubator Feasibility Study. No additional local
funds are needed. See attached copy, p. 33. The committee recommends approval. Approved
Under Consent.
14. The Economic Development Director requests a General Fund supplemental
appropriation in the amount of$I.000. This amount represents a donation from F & M Bank for the
Follow the Apple Trail Program. No additional local funds are needed. See attached memo, p. 34-
35. The committee recommends approval. Approved Under Consent.
15. The Economic Development Director requests a General Fund supplemental
appropriation in the amount of $34.096.94. This amount represents an increase to the contract
between EDC and the Shenandoah Valley Telebusiness Center. This amount is offset by federal
revenue. No additional local funds are needed. See attached memo, p. 36-37. The committee
recommends approval. Approved.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Reyes, the above request
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was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
16. The CFW Regional Jail requests a Regional Jail Budget Transfer in the amount of
$36.500. This amount is needed to cover merit and career advancement increases. No additional
local funds are needed. See attached memo, p. 38-39. This item has been tabled awaiting further
information. Approved.
County Administrator Riley explained that Director Fred Hildebrand was ill, and not able to
attend the Finance Committee; therefore, this was tabled awaiting additional information from him.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Douglas, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Nay
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
17. The Northwestern Regional Juvenile Detention Center requests a General Fund
supplemental appropriation in the amount of $94.642.60. This amount represents an estimate of
remaining funds needed for FY 1999 for operation and debt service. The committee recommends
approval Approved.
18. The Director of Court Services requests a Court Services Fund supplemental
appropriation in the amount of$3.189. This amount represents unbudgeted grant funds from DCJS
and additional revenue. No additional local funds are needed. See attached memo, p. 40. The
committee recommends approval. Approved Under Consent.
19. The Airport Director requests a Regional Airport Fund supplemental appropriation in the
amount of$15.000. This amount represents an increase to the Lease - Goodman Hangar line item.
This amount is offset by revenue. No additional local funds are needed. See attached memo, p. 41.
The committee recommends approval - Approved.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Orndoff, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
20. Our Health is requesting support from Frederick County in the form of a General Fund
supplemental appropriation in the amount of $30.000. Additional local funds are necessary. See
attached memo, p. 42-44. The committee is taking this request under consideration. Denied. (This
request was discussed and denied at the budget worksession on February 17.)
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Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Reyes, the above request
was denied by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
21. The Fremont Street Nursery requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the
amount of $1.500. This amount was tabled from the previous meeting awaiting the count of
Frederick County children at the nursery. This information is attached. Additional local funds are
necessary. See attached memos, p. 45-46. The committee does not recommend approval. Denied.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Sager, the above request
was denied by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye!
22. The Finance Director requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount
of$21.024. This amount is needed to pay for an invoice for the Joint Judicial Center that the Board
of Supervisors previously approved to be held for payment. Additional local funds are necessary.
The committee recommends approval. Approved.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Douglas, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
23. The Finance Director requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount
of$15.764.92. This amount is needed to replenish the operational contingency line item. Additional
local funds are necessary. The committee recommends approval. Approved.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Douglas, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
24. The Personnel Director requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the
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amount of$8.000. This amount is needed to cover advertising costs for the remainder of this fiscal
year. It is requested that this amount be appropriated into line item 1203-3007-000-000 Advertising.
Additional local funds are necessary. See attached memo, p. 47. The committee recommends
approval. Approved.
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Sager, the above request
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard e. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
25. The Department of Social Services requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation
in the amount of$2.878. This amount represents increased state match dollars for mandated public
assistance programs. No additional local funds are needed. See attached memo, p. 48-50. The
committee recommends approval. Approved Under Consent.
26. The Department of Social Services requests a General Fund supplemental appropriation
in the amount of $5.000. This amount represents a state grant received for the Ready, Set, Go
Project that needs to be remitted to the Tri-County Ole. No additional local funds are needed. See
attached memo, p. 50. The committee recommends approval. Approved Under Consent.
27. The Finance Committee requested to review all agreements with joint funded projects.
This information will be forwarded to the members for the next committee meeting.
** For Information Only **
1. Attached is a memo from the Fire and Rescue Director detailing the status of two of that
department's vehicles. See attached memo, p. 52.
2. Attached is a letter of appreciation from the Millwood Station Volunteer Fire & Rescue
Company for the $5,000 donation for the squad truck. See attached memo, p. 53.
3. Monthly financial statements for the month ending December 31, 1999 are included. See
attached, p. 54-65.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
SUPERVISOR ORNDOFF ASKED THAT SHOULD ADDITIONAL MONIES BE
FORTH COMING FROM THE STATE FOR THE SCHOOLS THAT THE BOARD
TAKE ACTION AT THIS TIME INDICATING WHAT IS TO BE DONE WITH
THESE ADDITIONAL FUNDS - DENIED
Supervisor Sager asked, if perhaps this action would be premature at this time.
Supervisor Smith stated that he felt we should wait and see what action the General Assembly
takes before this Board takes any action.
Supervisor Orndoff explained that it might be too late then.
Supervisor Orndoff moved to take action at this time, with Supervisor Reyes seconding the
motion.
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The above motion was denied by the following recorded vote:
Richard e. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Nay
Robert M. Sager - Nay
Margaret B. Douglas - Nay
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
BOARD RETIRED INTO CLOSED SESSION
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Sager, the Board retired into
Closed Session in accordance with the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, Section 2.1-344,
Subsection A(3) and (5), to Discuss Acquisition and Disposition of Real Estate, and Economic
Development - Discussion of an Industrial Prospect.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
BOARD WITHDREW FROM CLOSED SESSION
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Orndoff, the Board
withdrew from Closed Session.
This motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
BOARD RECONVENED INTO REGULAR SESSION
Upon motion made by Supervisor Smith, seconded by Supervisor Orndoff, the Board
reconvened into regular session and certified nothing other than what was noted as reason for going
into Closed Session was discussed.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard C. Shickle - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Aye
Margaret B. Douglas - Aye
Sidney A. Reyes - Aye
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ADDITIONAL BOARD OF SUPERVISORS COMMENTS
Supervisor Smith asked that stafflook into the possibilities of having the County Seal,
made to the size, that would be appropriate for the wall behind where the Board currently sits.
Supervisor Shickle asked Board members for their thoughts about reinstating funding for
some ofthe non-profit organizations that were originally cut from the budget, ie. 4-H Center, Youth
Development Center and the Discovery Museum. He advised that Senator Potts had advised him
there was a possibility the State may give $75,000 to the Discovery Museum, and he wanted the
Board and the City of Winchester to consider donating $25,000 from their respective locality.
Supervisor Smith stated that the county had donated $30,000, in three year increments of
$10,000 to the 4-H Center to assist them in paying off their mortgage, and he felt the county had
done their share.
Chairman Shickle stated that he felt ifit was the Board's decision to provide this funding he
felt it should be done with a contract. The Discovery Museum would be done with the school board
and Parks & Recreation with Youth Development Center.
Supervisor Orndoff stated that he has some concerns with this request. He further stated
that cuts were made in a number of departments, and now we are going back and relook all the
contributions that were cut also, he was not sure this is the thing to do.
County Administrator Riley explained that the Joint Finance Committee is scheduled to meet
on February 29, and this is scheduled to be discussed.
It was the consensus ofthe Board that they would wait until after the Joint Finance Meeting
and discuss this further.
UPON MOTION MADE BY SUPERVISOR ORNDOFF, SECONDED BY
SUPERVISOR SMITH, THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE
THIS BOARD, THIS MEETING IS HEREBY ADJOURNED. (TIME: 10:18 P.M.)
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Richard C. Shickle JO~, J--;:r-
Chairman, Board of Supervisors Clerk, Board of Supervisors
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Deputy Clerk, Board of Supervisors
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