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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 23, 1994 Regular Meeting 564 A Regular Meeting of the Frederick County Board of Supervi- sors was held on February 23, 1994, at 6:30 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; Robert M. Sager; and Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. ABSENT: Jimmie K. Ellington. CALL TO ORDER The Chairman called the meeting to order. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR ADDRESSED BOARD - RE: PROGRAM OF WORK Mrs. June Wilmot, economic development director, appeared before the board and presented her program of work and also explained what she and her staff had been working on in an effort to attract more industry to Frederick County. Mr. Dick thanked Mrs. Wilmot and her staff for this very informative session and also congratulated them for making it possible that Frederick County be the first locality within the state to be certified for 1994. INVOCATION The invocation was delivered by Reverend Billy Gene Johnson of the Stephens City United Methodist Church. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Riley requested the following three items be added to the agenda: 1. Report from Emergency Services Coordinator, Tom Owens with regard to central dispatch. 2. Two information items - WATS and City-County Negotiations. 3. Approval of Bowman Land Exchange with regard to Warrior Drive. Upon motion made by W. Harrington smith, Jr., seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., 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 - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye 565 CONSENT AGENDA Mr. Riley suggested the following tabs be approved under consent agenda and he noted that Dr. Khodr, Director of the Frederick-Winchester Health Department, was unable to be present at tonight's meeting: 1. Proclamation Re: Mental Retardation Awareness Month - Tab Cj 2. Proclamation Re: Youth Appreciation Day - Tab Dj 3. Memorandum Re: Proposed National Highway System - Tab Hj 4. Road Resolution - IDC Property - Tab Ii 5. Activity Report - February 1-15, 1994 - Tab J; 6. Transportation Committee Report - Tab Kj Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by James L. Longerbeam, the consent agenda was approved by the following recorded vote: Richard G. Dick - Aye W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye CITIZEN COMMENT Mr. Crane of the Winchester Optimist Club, appeared before the board to thank them for proclaiming Saturday, February 27, 1994, as Youth Appreciation Day. Mr. Tony Coogan, resident of Shenandoah County, appeared before the board to address the National Highway system that was being presented to the board under Tab H of this agenda. Mr. Chris Upson, resident of Stephens City, appeared before the board to address the descension between the board of super- visors and the school board. He stated that he did not under- stand why this was necessary especially in light of the fact the school board members are appointed by the board of supervisors, and they needed to work together. He referred to the decrease in state funding and also spoke of all the development that has taken place in the county during the last few years, which has affected the need for more services. He feels all of this needs to be looked at very closely, and if a tax increase is needed to 566 provide the education that is necessary for the children of the county then the board should impose a tax increase. MINUTES - APPROVED Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., the minutes of the regular meeting of January 26, 1994, were approved as presented by the following recorded vote: Richard G. Dick - Aye W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye NO COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS BOARD APPOINTMENTS APPROVED Per request of Thomas W. Owens, Director, Fire & Rescue and Sheriff, Bob Williamson, the following appointments were ap- proved to the County Communications Board who will be charged with planning and implementing the County Public Safety Communi- cations Center: Law Enforcement - Sheriff Williamson, Major Alvin Johnson Fire & Rescue - Tom Owens, H. Perry Silva citizen Representatives - Frank Spurr - (Second Appt. to be announced) Elected/Appointed Official Jimmie K. Ellington. Mr. Longerbeam moved for the adoption of this concept and the appointment of Mr. Ellington as the board representative. Mr. Orndoff seconded the motion. Mr. Orndoff asked if any cost figures were available at this time for this project. Mr. Riley explained a presentation that would provide this information is scheduled to be presented to the board very shortly. 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 - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye 567 LAND EXCHANGE OF A TRANSFER OF ROUGHLY 5.54 ACRES FROM TAX MAP PARCEL #75-A-117 OWNED BY JASBO. INC. TO THE COUNTY of FREDERICK. VIRGINIA - APPROVED WHEREAS, It is Frederick county's desire to complete a north-south collector road (segments of which are presently in place and referred to as Warrior Road) between state Routes 277 and 642, and; WHEREAS, The only viable location for a segment of this collector road is along the western edge of the northwestern portion of Sherando Park (Tax Map Parcel #86-A-135), and; WHEREAS, Certain facilities within the park were developed through the use of Land and Water Conservation Grant money, which requires that the use of the land be strictly for recrea- tional purposes, and that any conversion of use be compensated through the provision of other land of "reasonably equivalent usefulness and location," and; WHEREAS, Jasbo, Inc. owns a parcel containing approximately 95 acres, zoned Residential Performance (RP) and referenced as Tax Map Parcel #75-A-117, which adjoins, to the north, the above mentioned portion of Sherando Park. THEREFORE, JASSO, Inc. hereby agrees that if and when Frederick County obtains permission from the Department of Conservation and Recreation and the Department of the Interior to utilize the needed 2.9 plus or minus acres of park land for the right-of-way of a segment of the north-south collector road described above, then JASSO, Inc. will convey a strip of land along the southern boundary of Tax Map Parcel #75-A-117, roughly 1800 feet by 150 feet and containing approximately 5.54 acres, provided that the 5.54 acres is counted toward the open space requirements of the Frederick county Zoning Ordinance if and when the remainder of Tax Map Parcel #75-A-117 is developed for residential purposes. FURTHER, It is understood by both parties that this agree- ment in no way constitutes a commitment on the part of JASBO, Inc. to construct said segment of Warrior Road. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., the above agreement was approved by the following recorded vote: Richard G. Dick - Aye W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye MENTAL RETARDATION AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA WHEREAS, mental retardation is a condition which today affects more than 1200 children and adults and their families in Frederick County; and WHEREAS, the most effective weapons for alleviation of the serious problems associated with mental retardation are public knowledge and understanding; and WHEREAS, the potential for citizens with mental retardation to function more independently and productively must be fos- tered; and WHEREAS, during the month of March, 140,000 members through 1,200 state and local chapters of the Association for Retarded 568 citizens of the united states are forging vital employment, educational and fund raising campaigns under private sector initiatives; and WHEREAS, The ARC of Northern Shenandoah Valley is celebrat- ing 39 years of service to families and individuals; THEREFORE, the Frederick county Board of Supervisors does hereby proclaim March, 1994 as MENTAL RETARDATION AWARENESS MONTH in this county and urge that the citizens of this county give full support to efforts toward enabling people with mental retardation to live productive lives and achieve their poten- tial. ADOPTED this 23rd day of February, 1994. YOUTH APPRECIATION DAY PROCLAMATION APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA WHEREAS, the vast majority of youth are concerned, knowl- edgeable and responsible citizens; and WHEREAS, the accomplishments and achievements of these young citizens deserve recognition and praise of their elders; and WHEREAS, Optimist International has since 1954, developed and promoted a program of Youth Appreciation; and WHEREAS, citizens of Frederick County, Virginia have expressed a desire to join the optimist Club of Winchester in expressing appreciation and approval of the contributions of youth. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Frederick county Board of supervisors proclaims Saturday, February 26, 1994 as Youth Appreciation Day in Frederick County, Virginia. By this action, let it be known that we have faith in the ability of today's youth as they assume responsible roles in the future of humankind. ADOPTED this 23rd day of February, 1994. Public Hearinq: PROPOSED BOND FINANCING BY THE COUNTY OF FREDERICK. VIRGIN- IA ON THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL BONDS OF THE COUNTY IN THE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF $1.300.000 TO FINANCE CERTAIN CAPITAL PROJECTS FOR SCHOOL PURPOSES APPROVED Mr. Riley presented this information to the board. There was no public input. Upon motion made by James L. Longerbeam, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., the above bond financing was approved with the understanding that any excess funds over and above the contract price will be applied to the principle amount, it will not be used elsewhere. This motion was approved by the follow- ing recorded vote: Richard G. Dick - Aye W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent 569 Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE FREDERICK COUNTY CODE. CHAPTER 158. VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC: ARTICLE III. COUNTY VEHICLE LICENSES: SECTION 158-12. PAYMENT OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX REQUIRED. THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT WILL PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF COUNTY DECALS UNDER ADVERSE CONDITIONS APPROVED Mr. Riley presented this information to the board. There was no public input. Upon motion made by Robert M. Sager, seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., the following ordinance amendment was approved: AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE FREDERICK COUNTY CODE, CHAPTER 158, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC; ARTICLE III, COUNTY VEHICLE LICENSES; SECTION 158-12, PAYMENT OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX REQUIRED BE IT ORDAINED, that Chapter 158, Article III, section 158-12 of the Frederick County Code, is hereby amended to include the following language to provide for the issuance of county decals under adverse conditions and to read as follows: S158-12. Payment of Personal Property Tax Required A. No motor vehicle shall be licensed by the county until the applicant for such license has produced satisfactory evi- dence that all personal property taxes upon the motor vehicle to be licensed have been paid and satisfactory evidence that any delinquent motor vehicle personal property taxes owing have been paid which have been properly assessed or are assessable against the applicant by the county. B. A conditional county license may be issued for no more than one (1) motor vehicle assessable to an applicant, even though such licenser would be prOhibited by A. above if the applicant produces satisfactory evidence that any personal property tax delinquency by the applicant is a result of ex- traordinary financial hardship due to matters outside the control of the applicant and without fault of the applicant, and the applicant has entered into a written payment plan which provides for payment in full of all such delinquency, including penalty and interest, no later than December 5th of the year of such county license and periodic payments of at least ten percent (10%) per month of all such delinquency, including penalty and interest. Such conditional license may be of a different designation than the ordinary county license. The Treasurer may revoke any conditional license so issued upon failure of the applicant to timely make any periodic payment required by the aforesaid payment plan. Issuance of a conditional license shall be a matter of grace within the discretion of the Treasurer, and not a matter of right of the applicant. The above ordinance amendment was approved by the following recorded vote: Richard G. Dick - Aye W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye Planninq Commission Business: 570 Public Hearing: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 1013-93 OF HCMF CORPORATION. FOR THE EXPANSION OF VANGUILDERS NURSING HOME TO ACCOMMODATE A 30 BED ADDITION. THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT THE END OF PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE. IN THE STONEWALL DISTRICT AND IS IDENTIFIED AS PIN 54-A-32 - APPROVED Mr. Wayne Miller, zoning administrator, presented this request to the board, noting that the planning commission recommended approval with conditions. Mr. Rick Frizzell appeared before the board on behalf of the owners, HCMF Corporation of Roanoke, Virginia, as did Ms. Ellen Ford, administrator of Vanguilders, and Mr. Nelson Showalter representing one of the nursing home suppliers, to answer any questions the board might have concerning this request. There was no public input. Upon motion made by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., conditional use permit request #013-93 was approved with conditions by the following recorded vote: Richard G. Dick - Aye W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye PROPOSED NATIONAL HIGHWAY SYSTEM MEMORANDUM - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA Frederick County has received information pertaining to the proposed National Highway System (NHS). The NHS is a new major funding category and program required under the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991. This program requires each state to create a system of primary roads that will provide principal connections internally, as well as principal connections with bordering states. Each state is allotted a specific amount of road mileage that will qualify for the NHS. Funding for roads that are part of the NHS is based on a 80% Federal/20% State match. The Frederick County Transportation Committee considered this plan during their regular meeting of February 1, 1994. The Transportation Committee recommended that all roads proposed as Frederick County's component of this plan, with the exception of Route 55, be included as part of the NHS. The Transportation Committee felt that it was inappropriate to include Route 55 based on the resolution passed by the Board pertaining to Corridor H. The Transportation Committee also felt that the 20% funding match required under the NHS program would create an unnecessary burden upon the Staunton District. At their meeting of February l6, the Planning Commission reviewed the proposed NHS plan and voted unanimously to support the Transportation Committee's recommendation and forward that recommendation to the Board. (This is a portion of memorandum that was part of the agenda.) \ \ 571 IDC PROPERTY ROAD RESOLUTION - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA WHEREAS, the streets described on the attached Additions Form SR-5(A), 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 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 Trans- portation have entered into an agreement on June 9, 1993 for comprehensive stormwater detention which applies to this request for addition, NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this Board requests the Virginia Department of Transportation to add the streets de- scribed on the attached Additions Form SR-5(A) to the secondary system of state highways, pursuant to 33.,1-229, Code of Virgin- ia, 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 Virgin- ia Department of Transportation. ACTIVITY REPORT - FEBRUARY 1-15. 1994 APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT - APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA At their regular meeting of February 1, 1994, the Transpor- tation Committee reviewed the items listed below and made the following recommendations: 1. Endorsed the ISTEA Battlefield Tour Network proposal. 2. Endorsed the proposed relocation of Warrior Drive within the Sherando Park Property. 3. Recommended approval of the proposed National Highway System as it relates to Frederick County, excluding the Route 55 (Wardensville Pike) corridor. 4. Recommended approval of the 1994 Primary Road Improve- ment Plan. FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT - NUMBERS 1.2.3.4.6.8.9.10.12. AS WELL AS NUMBERS 1 AND 2 UNDER ADDITIONAL BUDGET REOUESTS WERE APPROVED UNDER CONSENT AGENDA The Finance Committee met in the Personnel Conference Room on Wednesday, February 16, 1994, at 8:00 a.m. Present were: Committee Chairman W. Harrington Smith, Jr.; Committee members James L. Longerbeam, John Good, Jr., Kitty Nicholas, and Henry Beuttner. Also present were John R. Riley, Jr., Cheryl B. Shiffler, Jennifer L. Place, C. William Orndoff, Jr., Sheriff Robert T. Williamson, and Major J. Alvin Johnson. The agenda items are as follows: 1. The Sheriff reauests a General Fund sUDDlemental appropriation in the amount of $7.364.75. This amount repre- sents the department's share in a Sheriff's sale and is request- ed to be placed in line item 10-3102-3004-000-002 Repair and 572 Maintenance - Vehicle. No local funds are necessary. See attached memo. The committee recommends approval. 2. The Sheriff reauests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $5.842.32. This amount repre- sents an equitable sharing check received and is requested to be placed in line item 10-3102-5413-000-007 Forfeited Property - surplus. No local funds are necessary. See attached memo. The committee recommends approval. 3. The Sheriff reauests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $2.517.79. This amount repre- sents the department's share in recent forfeitures and is requested to be placed in line item 10-3102-5413-000-007 Forfeited Property - Surplus. No local funds are necessary. See attached memos. The committee recommends approval. 4. The Sheriff reauests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $3.501.24. This amount repre- sents various insurance reimbursements for damaged Sheriff's vehicles. This amount is requested to be placed in line item 10-3102-3004-000-002, Repair and Maintenance - Vehicle. No local funds are necessary. See attached memo. The committee recommends approval. 5. The Frederick Countv School Board reauests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $14.000. This amount represents funding to be provided to the Frederick County Schools through C.L.E.A.N., Inc. for a Student Assistance Program counselor. See attached memos. The committee recom- mends approval. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by James L. Longerbeam, the above request was approved by the following recorded vote: Richard G. Dick - Aye W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye 6. The Director of PUblic Works reauests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $20.000. This amount represents additional costs associated with the Street Sign Installation contract. This amount will be reimbursed by the state. No additional local funds are necessary. See attached memo. The committee recommends approval. 7. The Director of Plannina and Development reauests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $50.000. This amount represents financial support requested by the Winchester-Frederick County Historical Society to publish a book on historic structures in Frederick County. It is estimat- ed that the return to the County on the sale of 1,000 books would be $40,000. Local funds are necessary. See attached memo. The committee had no recommendation. Upon motion made by James L. Longerbeam, seconded by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., the above request will be looked at in one (1) year. Richard G. Dick - Aye W. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent II 573 Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye 8. The Reaional Jail requests a Regional Jail Fund supple- mental appropriation in the amount of $2.000. This amount is needed to cover the costs of utilizing Chinese interpreters for the Chinese inmates being housed at the Jail facility. Addi- tional revenue of $2,000 is also expected by the Regional Jail. No additional local funds are necessary. See attached memo. The committee recommends approval. 9. The Reaional Jail reauests a Reaional Jail Fund supple- mental appro~riation in the amount of $3.115.00. This amount is needed to purchase office automation equipment. No additional local funds are necessary. See attached memo. The committee recommends approval. 10. The Shawnee land Sanitarv District Manaaer reauests a Shawneeland Budaet transfer in the amount of $10.000. This transfer is needed to bring a line item into balance and provide additional funds to purchase snow removal material. No local funds are necessary. See attached memo. The committee recom- mends approval. 11. The School Finance Director reauests a School budaet adiustment in the amount of $225.185. This represents addition- al funds made available by the VPSA and will be used to replace the roof at Senseny Road Elementary School. No additional local funds are necessary. See attached memo. This item has been tabled until remaining proceeds from the Sherando Bond issue can be determined. These left-over monies will be given considera- tion in the roof repair at Senseny Road Elementary School. The lowest bid received was in the amount of $169,950 from a company out of Harrisonburg. The board approved the expenditure of this amount onlv. This will be revisited by the board once the roof has been replaced. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Charles W. Orndoff, Sr., the above was approved by the following recorded vote: Richard G. Dick - Aye w. Harrington Smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Aye 12. The Commissioner of the Revenue reauests a General Fund supplemental appropriation in the amount of $990. This amount is needed to upgrade the existing telephone system in that office. Local funds are necessary. See attached memo. The committee recommends approval. ** ADDITIONAL BUDGET REQUESTS ** 1. Lord Fairfax Planning District Commission has submitted a revised budget request in the amount of $18,574. The current budgeted amount is $18,028 which would be an increase of $546.00. See attached memo. The committee recommends approval. 2. WVPT is requesting a donation from Frederick county for FY 94-95 in the amount of $4,572. This request was received after the outside agency budget submissions were due and needs to be added to the budget package for FY 94-95. See attached memo. The committee does not recommend approval. 3. Auditor. one-year Commissioner of the Revenue supplemental position - This position is recommended to be established for a trial period. The Commissioner of the Revenue is to 574 report the status of the additional revenues generated by this position to the Finance Committee in six months. Mr. Orndoff stated that he had some reservations about this. Mr. Dick stated that if it were not for the one-year trial period, he too would also have reservations. Mr. Orndoff asked if after one year will this person still be on board. Mr. Dick replied no. Mr. Smith stated that he feels this needs to be firmly understood. Mr. Orndoff asked if there is anyone currently on staff within this office that could work on this project. Mr. Dick replied no. Upon motion made by W. Harrington Smith, Jr., seconded by Robert M. Sager, the above request was approved by the following recorded vote: Richard G. Dick - Aye W. Harrington smith, Jr. - Aye James L. Longerbeam - Aye Robert M. Sager - Aye Jimmie K. Ellington - Absent Charles W. Orndoff, Sr. - Nay BOARD COMMENTS Mr. Orndoff stated that he felt the board needs to look into funding the school budget by category in the future, if the present differences with the school board cannot be worked out satisfactorily. Mr. Riley asked that board members let him know before the next joint finance meeting their feelings on what had been recommended up to this point with reference to the joint agree- ments with the City of Winchester. Mr. Dick stated that he was pleased with the outcome thus far, and he felt the talks were on the right track. Mr. Riley stated that he would like to commend the city officials on their participation up to this point, he felt they had done a good job. WINCHESTER AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY (WATSl Mr. Riley presented this information to the board. On February 18, the Winchester Area Transportation Study Committee met with VDOT staff and the consultant. WATS will \ 1\ 575 provide an overall plan for major road improvements necessary to have effective traffic Patterns. The committee, composed of local representatives, and VDOT have agreed on most of the plan for 2025 major road improvements. However, one major disagreement between the committee and VDOT staff remains in relation to the County portion of the plan. Because of the need for clover leaf design, the inter- change between Route 37 and Interstate 81 will not allow access to surrounding properties. Access west of 1-81 will be provided at a new interchange at the intersection of Route 651, (Shady Elm Road), and Route 37. Land to the east of 1-81 will only access the interstate system by traveling south on Route 642, crossing 1-81, traveling west to Route 651 via a new road, traveling north on Route 651 to Route 37, and traveling east on Route 37. This will move access to the interstate several miles from land with valuable economic potential. The committee has agreed to design the plan so that an additional interchange could occur on Route 37 between 1-81 and Route 522. However, an additional interchange on 1-81 is needed between Kernstown and Stephens City connecting to Route 642. This would provide good access to the land east of 1-81. It would also alleviate the traffic problems at the Stephens City interchange. The current WATS proposal will not adequately alleviate the traffic problems at the Stephens City interchange. The additional interchange on 1-81 is needed as the only possi- ble way to alleviate the problems at Stephens city. The VDOT staff continues to tell us that VDOT has a "no new interchange on the interstate" policy. New interchanges are only allowed if there are no other possible solutions to traffic problems. We feel that there are no other solutions to the problems associated with traffic in this area. In addition, winchester representatives continue to tell us that a new interchange is needed on 1-81 at Battaile Drive. The City also has concerns for the way the plan addresses the Jubal Early Drive-Pleasant Valley Road intersection. VDOT staff have been asked to arrange a meeting locally in order that the issue of new interchanges might be discussed. MEETING SCHEDULED FOR PRESENTATION OF E-911 SERVICES Following discussion by the board members it was decided that there would be a worksession scheduled for discussion of the E-911 Services on March 8, 1994 at 7:00 A.M. in the board of supervisors meeting room in the old county courthouse. UPON 'MOTION HADE BY JAMES L. LONGERBEAM, SECONDED BY CHARLES W. ORNDOFF, SR., THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS TO COME BEFORE THIS BOARD, THIS MEETING IS HEREBY ADJOURNED. -4 ----"-:-:~~:;;tJiI "J ~~V( . .~ 1 ,'i: Board of *isors