August 09, 1995 Regular Meeting
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A Regular Meeting of the Fred~rick County Board of
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supervisors was held on August 9, at 7:15 P.M., in the Board
of supervisor's Meeting Room, Frederick County Courthouse,
Loudoun street Mall, Winchester, Virginia.
PRESENT: Richard G. Dick, Chairman; W. Harrington
Smith, Jr., Vice-Chairman; James L. Longerbeam; Jimmie K.
Ellington; and Charles W. Orndoff, Sr.
ABSENT: Robert M. Sager due to vacation.
CALL TO ORDER
The Chairman called the meeting to order.
INVOCATION
The invocation was delivered by Reverend Doug Ibach of
the Presbyterian Parish of the Valleys.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Mr. Riley requested that the Public Works Committee
Report be added to the agenda.
Upon motion made by W. Harrington smith, Jr., seconded
by Jimmie K. Ellington the agenda was adopted as amended by
the following recorded vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. Riley suggested the following tabs be approved
under consent agenda:
1. Request for Supplemental Appropriation Re: Cops
Fast Grant - Tab D;
2. Request for Transfer of Funds for Ladder Truck
Project - Tab E;
3. Resolution Re: Installment Due on the Option
Agreement/Grim Farm - Tab G;
4. Resolution Re: Use of Inmates from the White Post
Correctional Unit for Various County Projects -
Tab H;
5. Resolution Establishing the Old Dominion community
criminal Justice Program and Creation of Board -
Tab I;
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6. Resolution Re: Reduction of Speed Limit on Valley Mill
Road - Tab J;
7. Public Works Committee Report - Amended Agenda
Mr. Orndoff requested that Tab E be pulled as he had some
questions.
Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by
James L. Longerbeam, the consent agenda was approved as noted
above by the following recorded vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
CITIZEN COMMENTS
Lynn Chapman, Stonewall District, resident of Maloy Drive
appeared before the Board to express his concerns over the
recent flooding in his area during the heavy rains. He ex-
plained to the Board that this is not a new problem as he has
had various board members along with Mr. Riley and staff to look
at the problem he and his neighbors experience each time there
are more than just your normal rain shower.
He feels the
problem has only been made worse since the construction began at
the site of the new subdivision on the south side of Senseny
Road across from Mr. Glass's Plaza. He asked the Board to
please correct this problem as expeditiously as possible before
more damage is done to the homes on Maloy Drive.
Mr. Dick explained to Mr. Chapman that he was aware of the
water problems that have taken place within the past few weeks
on Maloy Drive and that this matter would be referred to the
Public Works Committee for their review and recommendation.
Scott Burns, Shawnee District, Maloy Drive, has lived at
this location for five years. He feels this is an old problem
that should have been taken care of and now that the new subdi-
vision is going in just above their street it is only making the
problem worse. He asked the Board to please take whatever steps
necessary to remedy the problem.
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Tim? , stonewall District, basically endorsed what the
former speakers conveyed to the Board that being there is
just too much water running off other property onto the
residents of Maloy Drive.
Roger Swartz, Maloy Drive, endorsed what the previous
home owners had said, further noting that he felt the
holding pond was built too small from the very beginning and
that this definitely needed to be enlarged.
lIINUTES
Mr. Orndoff noted that on page 5 of the minutes of the
special meeting of July 24, 1995, it stated that his vote
was Aye when in fact it should read he voted Nay.
Upon motion made by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., seconded
by W. Harrington smith, Jr., the minutes of the Regular
Meeting of June 14, 1995; Special Meeting of June 19, 1995;
Regular Meeting of July 12, 1995; and Special Meeting of
July 24, 1995 were approved as amended and noted above.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
ROBERT S. HODGSON REAPPOINTED TO BOARD OF BUIlDING
APPEALS
Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded
by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., Robert S. Hodgson was reappoint
ed to the Board of Building appeals for a five year term.
This term commences on August 12, 1995 and ends on August
12, 2000.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles w. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
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RICK WINFREE APPOINTED TO LOCAL EMERGENCY PLANNING COMKIT-
TEE CLEPC) AS KRAFT FOODS REPRESENTATIVE
Upon motion made by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., seconded by W.
Harrington Smith, Jr., Rick Winfree was appointed to the Local
Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) as the representative from
Kraft Foods.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
COUNTY ADlIINISTRATOR. JOHN R. RILEY. JR.. APPOINTED TO
COMKONITY CRIlIINAL JUSTICE BOARD
Upon motion made by W. Harrington smith, Jr., seconded by
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., John R. Riley, Jr., was appointed to
the Community criminal Justice Board.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
COUNTY ADlIINISTRATOR. JOHN R. RILEY. JR.. REAPPOINTED TO
REGIONAL JAIL BOARD
Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by
James L. Longerbeam, John R. Riley, Jr., was reappointed to the
Regional Jail Board. This term begins on October 13, 1995 and
ends on October 13, 1999.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
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THOMAS MOORE LAWSON. ATTORNEY ADDRESSED THE BOARD RE:
CLAIM OF WESLEY I. AND DAWN PRICE
Mr. Thomas Lawson, local attorney, appeared before the
Board on behalf of Dawn and Wesley Price of Frederick
county. Mr. Lawson explained to the Board that when Mr. &
Mrs. Price's house was built a backwater valve should have
been installed, however this was not done and because of
this their entire basement was flooded with sewage to the
point they still are not able to live in their house. He
further noted that this house was inspected by the county
inspections department however at no time was there any
mention of a backwater valve being installed, therefore, he
is a this time requesting payment from the county for
damages on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Price.
Mr. Smith stated that he felt there were too many unan-
swered questions, therefore he would move for denial of this
request.
Mr. Longerbeam seconded the motion.
Mr. Dick explained that he felt this is something that
needs to be sent to the county Sanitation Authority, more
than the board of supervisors as they are the ones that need
to address this claim.
The above motion to deny this claim was approved by the
following recorded vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
REQUEST FOR SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION RE: COPS FAST
GRANT - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
The Sheriff requests a General fund Supplemental
Appropriation in the amount of $29,783. This amount is
needed to fund a deputy in the Sheriff's department. The
position was approved by the Personnel Committee and Board
of Supervisors in March 1995, but no funds were appropriated.
The additional local dollars needed for this deputy is
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$8,594. The amount of the grant is $21,189. The grant is for a
three year period.
REQUEST FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR LADDER TRUCK PROJECT -
APPROVED
Mr. Orndoff asked how much has been spent to date on the
ladder truck. He further asked for the total amount of funds
currently in the 911 budget.
Tom Owens, director of fire and rescue, appeared before the
board at which time he gave a breakdown of what was in last
years budget, as well as this years budget for the purchase of
the ladder truck, along with the funds that would be needed in
order to complete the acquisition of tools, equipment and
vehicle service work on the truck.
Upon motion made by Jimmie K. Ellington, seconded by W.
Harrington smith, Jr., the following authorization was approved:
$10,000 to the Vehicle Repair and Maintenance line item
(10-3505-3004-002)
$15,000 to the Machinery and Equipment Line item
(10-3505-7001-000)
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
APPROVAL GIVEN FOR PURCHASE OF FUEL TANK AT ROBERT E. AYLOR
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Mr. Riley presented this request to the Board noting that
it had been tabled from the meeting of July 12.
Tom Sullivan, administrative assistant, with the school
board appeared before the Board and he explained that there are
currently twenty-seven school buses with their entire route
responsibilities in the southern part of the county, and that
other school vehicles use this pump as well.
Mr. smith asked how many gallons of fuel are used from this
site.
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Mr. Sullivan replied that approximately 4500 gallons
were used last year.
Mr. Sullivan further explained that the cost involved
for installing the tank and pumps would be $5,000.
Upon motion made by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., seconded
by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., the above request for the
installation of a fuel tank and pumps in the amount of
$5,000 at Aylor School was approved by the following
recorded vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
RESOLUTION RE: INSTALLMENT DUE ON TIlE OPTION AGREEMENT/-
GRIM FARM - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
Upon motion made by W. Harrington smith, Jr., seconded
by James L. Longerbeam, the Board of supervisors does hereby
approve a supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$125,000.00 for payment of the installment due under the
Option Agreement for the Grim Farm.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
RESOLUTION (#OOl-95) APPROVING USE OF INMATES FROM TIlE
WHITE POST CORRECTIONAL UNIT FOR VARIOUS COUNTY PROJECTS
- APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the County of Frederick, Virginia, wishes to
use inmates from the White Post Correctional Unit to perform
work for various projects within Frederick county; and
WHEREAS, this request has been approved by the Office
of the Governor in accordance with provisions of Section
53.1-59 of the Code of Virqinia, with conditions; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with said conditions, work will
be performed under the supervision of a correctional officer
from the White Post Correctional Unit's Work Center and an
employee of the county who will supervise the work;
WHEREAS, work is contingent upon the availability of
stat! and an adequate number of inmates.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervi-
sors for the county of Frederick, Virginia, does hereby approve
the use of inmates from the White Post Correctional unit for
various county projects and forwards a true and exact copy of
resolution to the White Post Correctional unit.
RESOLVED, this 9th day of August, 1995.
RESOLUTION (#002-95) ESTABLISHING THE OLD DOMINION COMMUNI-
TY CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROGRAM AND CREATION OF BOARD - AP-
PROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA
WHEREAS, the Virginia General Assembly has adopted legiSla-
tion entitled the Comprehensive Community Corrections Act for
Local Responsible Offenders (Section 53.1-180 et. seq. of the
Code of Virginia) and the Pretrial Services Act (Section
19.2-152.2 et. seq. of the Code of Virginia) both of which are
effective July 1, 1995; and
WHEREAS, the Blue Ridge community Diversion Incentive
Program has served the County of Frederick since 1981 and
provided the judicial system with sentencing alternatives
for certain misdemeanants and persons convicted of
non-violent felonies; and
WHEREAS, Sections 53.1-183 and 19.2-152.5 of the Code of
Virginia require that each county and city participating in
Community Corrections Programs and Pretrial Services Program
establish a Community criminal Justice Board; and, in the case
of Multi-jurisdictional efforts that each jurisdiction mutually
agree upon the appointments to said board; and
WHEREAS, the establishment of a multi-jurisdictional
Community Criminal Justice Board will result in reduction in
administrative costs to each locality, enhanced funding priori-
ties, an increase in grant dollars, promote efficiency in
offender supervision and provide for a comprehensive regional
offender database.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of supervisors
of the County of Frederick:
1. That the County of Frederick concurrently with the Counties
of Clarke, Warren, Shenandoah and Page; and, the City of
Winchester shall implement the comprehensive community
Corrections Act for Local Responsible Offenders and the
Pretrial Services Act as provided herein.
2. That the Blue Ridge Community Diversion Incentive Program
and the Old Dominion Alcohol Safety action Program be
responsible for the implementation of the cited legislative
directives and that the said Blue Ridge Community Diversion
Incentive Program be renamed the Old Dominion Alcohol
Safety Action Program and Community Corrections; and
3. That it hereby establishes the Old Dominion A.S.A.P. and
Community criminal Justice Board (the Board); said Board to
be composed of members appointed previously to the Old
Dominion A.S.A.P. Policy Board consisting of:
a. The Chief Judge and Judges of the General District
Courts.
b. The Chief Judge and Judge of the Juvenile and Domestic
Relations General District Courts.
c. A Judge of the Circuit Court.
d. A Commonwealth's Attorney.
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e. A Sheriff or superintendent of a Regional Jail.
f. An attorney who is experienced in criminal
matters.
g. The Executive Director of the Northwestern
Community Services.
h. The Chief of Police of the City of Winchester or
his designee.
i. A citizen appointed by each participating locali-
ty.
j. The Chief Magistrate or a magistrate designated by
the Chief Magistrate.
4. That the Division of Court Services, Old Dominion
A.S.A.P. and community Corrections Programs shall have
the powers and duties prescribed by the Comprehensive
Community Corrections Act for Local Responsible
Offenders and the Pretrial Services Act. The County of
Frederick shall act as the administrative and fiscal
agent for the Old Dominion A.S.A.P. and Community
Corrections Programs.
5. That this resolution shall be effective provided
the Counties of Clarke, Warren, Shenandoah and Page;
and, the City of Winchester adopt a similar resolution.
RESOLUTION (1003-95) REOUESTING REDUCTION OF SPEED
LIMIT ON VALLEY MILL ROAD - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT
AGENDA
WHEREAS, it has been brought to the Board of Super-
visors' attention that the current speed limit on Valley
Mill Road presents a hazard to residents of the Fieldstone
SUbdivision, the Asbury Terrace Subdivision, as well as
other area residents; and
WHEREAS, the recent fatality upon this road underscores
the need to lower the speed limit.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of
supervisors for the County of Frederick, Virginia, does
hereby reguest that the Virginia Department of Transporta-
tion lower the speed limit on Valley Mill Road from 45mph to
35mph.
RESOLVED, this 9th day of August, 1995.
Public Hearinq:
PUBLIC HEARING - REQUEST OF THE WINCHESTER-FREDERICK
COUNTY JAYCEES. PURSUANT TO THE FREDERICK COUNTY CODE.
CHAPTER 86. FESTIVALS: SECTION 86-3 C PERMIT REOUIRED:
APPLICATION: ISSUANCE OR DENIAL. FOR AN OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL PERMIT. FESTIVAL TO BE HELD ON AUGUST 26.
1995. WESTVIEW BUSINESS PARK (ROUTE 50 EAST) - APPROVED
Brad Stillwell, representative of the local Jaycees,
appeared before the Board to answer any guest ions they might
have with regard to this permit.
There was no public input.
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Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. seconded by
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., the outdoor festival permit for the
Jaycees was approved as presented by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - RECEIVE PUBLIC COMMENT ON THOSE TWO (2)
CERTAIN PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS TO BE CONSIDERED AND ACTED
THEREON BY THE BOARD. THE SUBSTANCE OF WHICH ARE AS
FOLLOWS: 1) TO CONSENT TO THE CONSOLIDATION OF THOSE THREE
( 3) CERTAIN LOTS LOCATED IN THE CITY OF WINCHESTER.
VIRGINIA. COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1107 NORTH KENT STREET. 1125
NORTH KENT STREET. 1118 NORTH CAMERON STREET. IN WHICH THE
COUNTY HOLDS AN INTEREST. INTO ONE (1) LOT: AND 2) TO
VACATE A CERTAIN EASEMENT AND GRANT A CERTAIN EASEMENT OVER
THE SAKE AFORESAID LOTS AS LISTED IN 1) HEREOF. IN WHICH
THE COUNTY HOLDS AN INTEREST - APPROVED
Mr. Riley presented this information to the Board and
explained why it was necessary to be acted upon by the Board at
this time.
There was no public input.
Following a duly advertised public hearing held on August
9, 1995, and upon motion duly made by W. Harrington smith, Jr.,
seconded by James L. Longerbeam, and upon the votes as hereafter
recorded, it is hereby RESOLVED that the County of Frederick,
Virginia, joins in and consents to that certain Consolidation of
Lands, by and between the Industrial Development Authority, of
the County of FrederiCk, Virginia, and the City of Winchester,
Virginia, consolidating those certain lots or parcels of real
estate, known as 107 North Kent Street, 125 North Kent Street,
and 118 North Cameron Street, all located in the City of
Winchester, Virginia, into one (1) lot or parcel of real estate,
and John R. Riley, Jr., County Administrator, is hereby author-
ized and directed to execute the aforesaid Deed of Consolidation
on behalf of the County of Frederick, Virginia.
PASSED this 9th day of August, 1995, by the following
recorded vote:
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Richard G. Dick - Aye
w. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
Following a duly advertised public hearing held on
August 9, 1995, and upon motion duly made by W. Harrington
smith, Jr., seconded by James L. Longerbeam, and upon the
votes as hereafter recorded, it is hereby RESOLVED that the
County of Frederick, Virginia, joins in and consents to that
certain Deed of Easement and Vacation of Easement, by and
between the Industrial Development Authority of the County
of Frederick, virginia, stewart Bell, Jr., J. Thomas Kremer,
Trustee, and Omni properties, a copy of which is attached
hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, and John
R. Riley, Jr., County Administrator, is hereby authorized
and directed to execute same on behalf of the County of
Frederick, Virginia.
PASSED this 9th day of August, 1995, by the following
recorded vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
There was no public input.
Planninq commission Business
Public Hearinq:
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #006-95 OF
BRUCE E. WELCH FOR A VETERINARY HOSPITAL. THIS PROPERTY
IS LOCATED AT 689 AYLOR ROAD (ROUTE 647l. IN THE
OPEOUON DISTRICT AND IDENTIFIED WITH PIN 75-A-38
APPROVED
Wayne Miller, zoning administrator, presented this
request to the Board noting that staff and Planning Commis-
sion recommended approval with conditions. He further noted
that a letter had been received from Rev. John E. Lock of
133 Buckingham Drive, wherein he endorsed this request.
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Mr. Ellington asked about #9 of the staff recommendations.
Mr. Miller replied that was an error on part of staff and
should have been removed.
william DeHaven of 230 Fredericktowne Drive appeared before
the Board to endorse this request.
Beverly Neff, is not a county resident, however she is a
client of Dr. Welsh's and she was present to endorse this re-
quest.
Upon motion made by W. Harrington smith, Jr., seconded by
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., the above conditional use permit #006-95
was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1007-95 OF MATT E.
PLASTERS FOR AUTOMOBILE REPAIR {INTERIOR HEADLINER REPLAC-
EMENT SERVICE} WITHOUT BODY REPAIR. THIS PROPERTY IS
LOCATED AT 783 MARPLE ROAD {ROUTE 654}. IN THE GAINESBORO
DISTRICT AND IS IDENTIFIED WITH PIN 41-A-169G - APPROVED
Wayne Miller presented this request to the Board noting that
the staff and planning commission recommended approval with
conditions.
There was no public input.
Upon motion made by Jimmie K. Ellington, seconded by Charles
W. Orndoff, Sr., conditional use permit #007-95 of Matt E.
Plasters was approved by the following recorded vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
PUBLIC HEARING - AN AMENDMENT TO THE FREDERICK COUNTY CODE.
CHAPTER 165. ZONING: ARTICLE IV. SUPPLEMENTARY USE REGULA-
TIONS: SECTION 165-23F. EXTENSIONS INTO SETBACK YARDS. TO
ALLOW DECKS AND STORAGE BUILDINGS THAT ARE ATTACHED TO
TOWNHOUSES AND WEAK-LINK TOWNHOUSES TO EXTEND INTO THE
REOUIRED PERIMETER BOUNDARY SETBACK AND THE REOUIRED ACTIVE
DISTANCE BUFFER AREA - APPROVED
Evan Wyatt, planner I, presented this amendment to the
Board.
There was no public input.
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Mr. Longerbeam stated that he would be abstaining from
voting on this request due to his association with the
developer.
Upon motion made by Jimmie K. Ellington, seconded by w.
Harrington Smith, Jr., the following amendment to chapter
165 was approved as presented:
WHEREAS, An ordinance to amend Chapter 165, Zoning, of
the Frederick County Code, Article IV, Supplementary Use
Regulations, section 165-23, Setback Requirements, was
referred to the Planning Commission on August 2, 1995; and
WHEREAS, the Planning commission held a public hearing
on this ordinance adoption on August 2, 1995; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors held a public
hearing on this ordinance adoption on August 9, 1995; and
WHEREAS, the Frederick County Board of Supervisors
finds the adoption of this ordinance to be in the best
interest of the public health, safety, welfare, and in good
zoning practice;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Frederick County
Board of supervisors that Chapter 165 of the Frederick
County Code, zoning, Article IV, Supplementary Use Regula-
tions, section 165-23, Setback Requirements, is amended as
described on the following attachment:
165-23F Extensions Into Setback Yards
(5) Decks which are attached to townhouses and weak-link
townhouses may be constructed to the full width of the
dwelling unit and may extend fifteen feet into a
perimeter setback area or the active portion of a
required buffer area, provided that the decks are not
enclosed or covered and the deck floor is not construct-
ed higher than the finished floor elevation of the
primary entrance to the dwelling unit.
(6) Storage sheds which are attached to townhouses and
weak-link townhouses that can only be accessed through
an outer entrance and do not exceed one-fourth the
width of the dwelling unit may extend ten feet into a
perimeter setback area or the active portion of a
required buffer area.
This ordinance shall be in effect upon its passage.
Passed this 9th day of August, 1995 by the following
recorded vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Abstained
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
Mr. Smith could not understand why the county approves
deCK5 for townhouse5 and not individual homes.
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Mr. Bob Watkins, planning director, explained to Mr. Smith
that the planning department would be looking into his concerns.
End of Public Hearings and Planning Commission Items.
TRANSPORTATIOB COMMITTEE REPORT
Mr. wyatt presented this committee report to the Board
for their information.
The Transportation Committee met on August 1, 1995, and the
following items were discussed:
1) The Transportation Committee considered a request from
June Wilmot, Executive Director of Economic Development, for
future improvements to the transportation system in the
Kernstown area. Mrs. Wilmot has been working with Frederick
County to identify potential new industrial sites that can
provide rail access. The sites in the Kernstown area are
located along Shady Elm Road (Route 651) beside the
Winchester-Frederick County IDC development, and can only
access Valley Pike using Apple valley Road (Route 652). The
Transportation Committee endorsed Mrs. Wilmot's three step
proposal to improve the transportation infrastructure within
the area. This proposal is as follows:
a) Work with VDOT to create a left and right
turn lane on Apple Valley Road at the
intersection with Valley Pike. Improvements
will also include the installation of
conduits to allow for future signalization
when conditions are favorable.
b) Plan for a new road that will connect Shady Elm
Road with Valley Pike. This road will be located
north of the historic Bartonsville area, and is
envisioned to be constructed through
developer contributions and available
industrial access funds.
c) Improve access to Shady Elm Road through the
creation of a new access interchange with Route
37.
2) The Transportation Committee discussed the proposed
long range improvements as indicated on Alternative 5.0 of the
Winchester Area Transportation Study (WATS). Committee members
felt that it was premature to make a recommendation regarding
these long range improvements until the Commonwealth Transporta-
tion Board approved the Route 37 Eastern By-pass; however,
several comments were made that are described on the following
page:
a) New interchanges need to be provided on Interstate
81 that will connect with the proposed Macedonia
Church Road (Route 642) extension and with
Battaile Drive in the City of Winchester.
b) The Route 37/Valley pike interchange should not be
removed until the improvements associated with the
relocation of Shady Elm Road (Route 651) are
complete and functional. Consideration should be
given to the needs of the existing commercial uses
along Valley Pike that currently utilize this
interchange to access Route 37 and Interstate 81.
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c) Careful evaluation needs to be performed
prior to the elimination of the Aylor Road
(Route 647) intersection with Fairfax Pike.
Rerouting local traffic behind the Aylor
Middle School by way of Double Church Road
(Route 641) may be appropriate, provided that
the existing and future commercial properties
that are visible from Interstate 81 can be
served by the proposed single point urban
interchange (SPUI) concept.
d) Eliminating the Well town Road (Route 661)
intersection with Martinsburg Pike should
only be executed if the proposed realignment
of Well town Road does not require local
residential traffic to traverse the Stonewall
Industrial Park.
e) An interchange should be required that will
provide access from the proposed Warrior
Drive to the proposed Route 37 Eastern
By-pass. The construction of this inter-
change could be accomplished through proffers
made when zoning changes are requested for
properties within this area.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT
AGENDA
The Public Works Committee met on Tuesday, August 8,
1995, at 7:30 a.m. Present were board members Charles W.
Orndoff, Sr. and W. Harrington Smith, Jr., committee members
Dudley Rinker, Karen Kober, and Jim Wilson; County
Administrator, John R. Riley, Jr.; Landfill Manager Steve
Frye; Director of Public Works, Harvey E. Strawsnyder, Jr.,
P.E.; and Building Official John Trenary.
The following items were discussed and required action
by the board:
Bid Approval For Addition to the Animal Shelter
Bids for the addition to the animal shelter were
presented by the director of public works with a recommenda-
tion to accept the low bid submitted by Jennings
Construction in the amount of $32,424.97. Funding for this
project has been included as a carry forward request from
FY94/95 revenue.
A motion was made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr. and
seconded by Jim Wilson to accept the bid and approve the
carry forward request submitted by Browning-Ferris Inc. in
the amount of $34,026.36. This project would also be funded
using carry forward revenue from the FY94/95 budget.
A motion was made by Dudley Rinker and seconded by W.
Harrington Smith, Jr. to accept the low bid and approved the
request for carry forward funds. The motion was unanimously
approved (see Attachment 2).
New Walk-In Freezer for the Animal Shelter
A request has been made by the Manager of the Animal
Shelter to purchase a walk-in freezer to store the euthanized
animals until they can be properly disposed of. The existing
chest type freezer is not suitable for this purpose because
of the difficulties associated with removing the animals and
the fact that it does not adequately freeze the contents.
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Three quotes were solicited for this purpose. Of these, it
appears that the bid from Harwill Food Service Equipment Compa-
ny, in the amount of $3,500 plus freight, is the most economi-
cal. Therefore, a motion was made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr.
and seconded by DUdley Rinker, to approve the purchase of a
walk-in freezer at a price not to exceed $4,000 with the funds
derived from FY94/95 carry forward revenue.
The following items were presented to the board for their
information only:
Summary of Household Hazardous Waste Collection Dav
The household hazardous waste collection day held on July
29, 1995, at the James Wood Middle School served 360 vehicles
and generated 121 barrels of waste at a total cost of $33,900.
The 360 vehicles included 166 from the City of Winchester, 184
from Frederick County, and 10 from Clarke county. A majority of
the waste was paint.
A second event has been tentatively planned for September
30, 1995, at Aylor Middle School. We also plan to explore the
possibility of providing a household hazardous waste disposal
site at the landfill and sponsoring a monthly event.
Tenant/Landlord Complaint Inspection
House Bill number 2109 which requires local building
departments to enforce section 105 of Volume II of the Virginia
Uniform Statewide Building Code became mandatory on July 1,
1995. In summary, this bill will require our building depart-
ment to address complaints from tenants residing in residential
buildings. This is basically an unfunded mandate.
The enclosed memorandum from the Building Official, John
Trenary, describes the required mandate in detail. The de-
scribed changes will be submitted to the Code and Ordinance
Committee for their review and adoption (see Attachment 4).
Review of Proposed Carry Forwards
The attached memorandum dated August 4, 1995, summarizes
the carry forward requests from the Public Works Department. A
motion was made by Jim Wilson and seconded by Dudley Rinker
to endorse these requests and forward them to the Finance
Department for their review. This motion was unanimously
approved (see Attachment 5).
Middle Road Dumpster site
An alternative dumpster site has still not been located to
replace the existing site on Middle Road. A site located on the
Fruit Research property was opposed by the residents of the
adjacent subdivision. Consequently, it was decided to explore a
potential site off of Route 625 on property previously utilized
for power transformers. A site on the west side of Stephens
City is also a possible alternative provided the property can be
purchased or leased.
Cost OVerrun for the Joint Judicial Center (FY94/95)
We recently received the final expenditure summary for the
Joint Judicial Center for FY94/95. This summary indicated a
total cost overrun of $77,155 of which the county will be
responsible for one-half. This overrun contributed to a budget
shortfall in Fund 10-4304. This overrun will be deferred to the
Joint Finance Committee for further discussion (see Attachment
6) .
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Miscellaneous ReDOrts
a. Animal Shelter Report (see Attachment 7);
b. Recycling Report (see Attachment 8);
c. Tonnage Report (see Attachment 9).
BOARD RETIRED INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion made by W. Harrington smith, Jr., seconded
by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., the Board retired into executive
session in accordance with the Code of Virqinia, 1950, as
amended, Section 2.1-344, Subsection A(1) and (7) to Discuss
Personnel and Legal Matters.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
BOARD WITHDREW FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded
by James L. Longerbeam, the Board withdrew from executive
session.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
BOARD RECONVENED INTO REGULAR SESSION
Upon motion made by W. Harrington smith, Jr., seconded
by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., the Board reconvened into
regular session and certified nothing other than what was
noted as reason for going into executive session was discuss-
ed.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
w. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
DEPARTMENT HEAD EVALUATIONS AND SALARY INCREASES
APPROVED
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Mr. Longerbeam stated that under the department head salary
adjustment proposal he would move that the Board accept the
department head salary adjustment proposal, with the exception
of those individuals making beyond the established merit, and in
this particular case, there are three individuals that would be
affected by this. Therefore, they would receive 50% of the in-
crease, salary adjustment, in lieu of a merit increase next year,
50% this year and 50% next year and that their new salary be
established at the rate that is shown on the adjustment.
Mr. smith seconded this motion.
Mr. Ellington stated that his understanding was that
this increase would be received over a two year period.
Mr. Longerbeam stated that is correct.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
w. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
HEALTH INSURANCE FOR RETIRING FULLTIME EMPLOYEES
HIRED ~ JULY 1. 1995 - APPROVED
AFTER -<R
Mr. Longerbeam explained that the County Personnel Commit-
tee, had on several occasions, discussed the retiree health
insurance benefits. Basically the committee is recommending that
all employees employed after July 1, 1995 and who retire from
County service under full VRS benefits, ie., 55 years of age and
30 years of continuous service, will receive 100% of their health
insurance premiums until the age of 65. He or she will then
become eligible for medicare and the County will pick up a 100%
of the supplemental insurance benefits. Mr. Longerbeam moved for
approval.
Mr. Smith seconded the motion.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
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Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR. JOHN R. RILEY. JR.. SALARY
ADJUSTMENT APPROVED
Mr. Longerbeam stated that the Board had arrived at a
salary adjustment for Mr. Riley, and they would be discussing
this withhim later as he didn't think the Board routinely
voted on the county administrator's salary.
Mr. Riley explained that he felt at some point, in open
session, the Board needed to approve the certification of
merit or something.
Mr. Dick stated that they had sort of, we did the merit
and where there were salary adjustments, we made them. We
said there were three, maybe we should have said four.
Mr. Longerbeam replied, Mr. Riley would be number 4.
Mr. Ellington stated that he did not agree with that,
as he didn't feel it was the intent of the Board for Mr.
Riley's increase to be over a two year period.
Mr. Dick replied that is correct.
Mr. Longerbeam agreed.
Mr. Longerbeam moved that Mr. Riley's new salary be set
at $85,000 per year.
Mr. Smith seconded the motion.
The above motion was approved by the following recorded
vote:
Richard G. Dick - Aye
W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye
James L. Longerbeam - Aye
Robert M. Sager - Absent
Jimmie K. Ellington - Aye
Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye
UPON MOTION MADE BY W. HARRINGTON S.MITH, JR., SECONDED BY
JAMES L. LONGERBEAM, THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME
BEFORE THIS BOARD, THIS MEETING IS HEREBY ADJOURNED.