PC 01-15-14 Meeting Agenda AGENDA
FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
The Board Room
Frederick County Administration Building
Winchester, Virginia
January 15, 2014
7:00 P.M. CALL TO ORDER TAB
1) Adoption of Agenda: Pursuant to established procedures, the Planning Commission
should adopt the Agenda for the meeting ................................................................ (no tab)
2) Election of Officers, Meeting Schedule, & Adoption of Bylaws & Roles &
Responsibilities 2014 ....................................................................................................... (A)
2) December 4, 2013 Minutes .............................................................................................. (B)
3) Committee Reports .................................................................................................. (no tab)
4) Citizen Comments ................................................................................................... (no tab)
PUBLIC HEARING
5) Conditional Use Permit #06-13 KAREN GARVER, for a Cottage Occupation – Nail
Salon. The property is located at 114 Lakeside Drive, and is identified with Property
Identification Number 75B-6-A-20A in the Shawnee Magisterial District.
Mr. Cheran ..................................................................................................................... (C)
6) Conditional Use Permit #07-13 SCOTT SWEENEY, for a Cottage Occupation – Public
Garage. The property is located at 441 Red Oak Road, and is identified with Property
Identification Number 18-A-22D in the Gainesboro Magisterial District.
Mr. Cheran ......................................................................................................................... (D)
INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS
7) 2014 – 2015 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The CIP is a prioritized list of capital
projects requested by various county Departments and Agencies. The Plan is created as an
informational document to assist in the development of the County’s annual budget. If
adopted, the CIP is a component of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Ruddy ......................................................................................................................... (E)
8) Public Facilities and the 2030 Comprehensive Plan – The Planning Commission will
discuss a proposed amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan; Public Facilities as a
component of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. This amendment is a follow up to, and in
support of, the discussion of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and the proposed
County/School Board Administration Building to be located generally in the County’s
Urban Development Area. The proposed amendment continues to promote Frederick
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County government and its effort to provide accessible, effective, and high quality
government services to its citizens, business owners, and community partners. The
proposed amendment would be inserted into the Plan within Chapter VI, Public Facilities
– Creating Community with Public Facilities.
Mr. Ruddy ....................................................................................................................... (F)
9) Other
Adjourn
PLANNING COMMISSION BYLAWS
County of Frederick, Virginia
Proposed for adoption
January 15, 2014
ARTICLE I - AUTHORIZATION
1-1 The Frederick County Planning Commission is established by and in conformance with
Chapter 21 of the Code of Frederick County, and in accord with the provisions of Section
15.2-2210 of the Code of Virginia (1950), as amended.
1-2 The official title of this body shall be the Frederick County Planning Commission,
hereinafter referred to as the "Commission".
ARTICLE II - PURPOSE
2-1 The primary purpose of the Commission is to advise the Frederick County Board of
Supervisors and to carry out all duties and functions described by the Code of Virginia, as
amended.
ARTICLE III - MEMBERSHIP
3-1 The membership of the Commission shall be determined by the Frederick County Board
of Supervisors as specified in Chapter 21 of the Code of Frederick County. Methods of
appointment and terms of office shall be determined by Chapter 21 of the Code of
Frederick County.
3-2 Within the first month of initial appointment, new Commissioner appointees shall: 1)
participate in an orientation to familiarize themselves with the operations of the
Department and the Commission, and 2) meet with planning staff representatives in an
effort to review and better understand specific agenda items by no later than their second
Planning Commission meeting.
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ARTICLE IV - OFFICERS
4-1 Officers of the Commission shall consist of a chairman, vice-chairman and secretary.
The chairman and vice-chairman must be voting members of the Commission. The
secretary shall be a member of the Commission or a county employee.
4-2 Selection
4-2-1 The officers shall be elected by the voting members of the Commission at
the first meeting of the calendar year.
4-2-2 Nomination of officers shall be made from the floor. Elections of officers
shall follow immediately. A candidate receiving a majority vote of the
entire voting membership shall be declared elected.
4-3 Duties
4-3-1 The Chairman shall:
4-3-1-1 Preside at meetings.
4-3-1-2 Appoint committees.
4-3-1-3 Rule on procedural questions. A ruling on a procedural question by the
chairman shall be subject to reversal by a two-thirds majority vote of the
members present.
4-3-1-4 Report official communications.
4-3-1-5 Certify official documents involving the authority of the Commission.
4-3-1-6 Certify minutes as true and correct copies.
4-3-1-7 Carry out other duties as assigned by the Board of Supervisors and the
Commission.
4-3-2 The Vice-Chairman shall:
4-3-2-1 Assume the full powers of the chairman in the absence or inability of the
chairman to act.
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4-3-2-2 When acting as chair, the vice-chairman shall carry out other duties as
assigned by the Board of Supervisors and the Commission Chairman.
4-3-3 The Secretary shall:
4-3-3-1 Ensure that attendance is recorded at all meetings.
4-3-3-2 Ensure that the minutes of all Commission meetings are recorded.
4-3-3-3 Notify members of all meetings.
4-3-3-4 Prepare agendas for all meetings.
4-3-3-5 Maintain files of all official Commission records and reports. Official
records and reports may be purged in accordance with applicable state
codes.
4-3-3-6 Give notice of all Commission meetings, public hearings and public
meetings.
4-3-3-7 Provide to the Board of Supervisors reports and recommendations of the
Commission.
4-3-3-8 Attend to the correspondence necessary for the execution of the duties and
functions of the Commission.
4-4 Term of Office
4-4-1 Officers shall be elected for a one-year term or until a successor takes office.
Vacancies shall be filled for an unexpired term by a majority vote of the
Commission. In such cases, the newly elected officer shall serve only until the
end of the calendar year or until a successor takes office.
4-5 Temporary Chairman
4-5-1 In the event of the absence of both the chairman and the vice-chairman from any
meeting, the Commission shall designate from among its members a temporary
chairman who shall act for that meeting in the absence of the chairman or vice-
chairman.
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ARTICLE V - COMMITTEES
5-1 The Commission shall establish committees necessary to accomplish its purpose.
5-2 In establishing committees, the Commission shall describe the purpose for each
committee.
5-3 Members of the committees shall be appointed by the chairman and will serve for a term
of one year. The chairman may request recommendations from the Commission or
committee members on committee appointments.
5-4 Members of the committees may be Commission members, employees of the County, or
citizen volunteers.
5-5 The chairman and vice-chairman of the Planning Commission shall be ex-officio
members of every committee.
5-6 The committees will elect a chairman and vice-chairman annually. These officers shall
be current Commission members and should represent different Magisterial Districts, if
possible.
5-7 The committees may operate as a committee of the whole or by executive committee with
current and past Commission members serving as members of that committee.
5-8 The committees may establish standing subcommittees whose activities will be a specific
responsibility of the parent committee. One executive committee member will serve as
liaison to the standing subcommittee and will assist staff in managing its activities.
Membership will be comprised of past Commission members and citizens. Membership
will be appointed by the chairman of the Committee with concurrence by the
Commission Chairman.
5-9 The committees may establish working groups to assist in specific, carefully-defined tasks
for a limited period of time. Important considerations for membership on the working
group are skills and experience necessary to assist in providing acceptable solutions.
Membership will be appointed by the Chairman of the Committee with concurrence by
the Commission Chairman.
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ARTICLE VI – COMMISSION MEETINGS
6-1 At the first meeting of each calendar year, the Commission shall fix the date, time, and
place of all its regular meetings for the ensuing calendar year, and shall fix the day on
which a regular meeting shall be continued should the Chairman declare that weather or
other conditions make it hazardous for members to attend.
6-2 Special meetings may be called by the chairman or by the secretary after due notice and
publication by the secretary.
6-3 Notice of all meetings shall be sent by the secretary with an agenda at least five days
before the meeting.
6-4 All meetings of the Commission shall be open to the public except for Closed Sessions
held in accordance with the provision specified under Section 2.2-3711(A) of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended.
6-5 Work sessions shall be held at the adjournment of regular meetings or at the time and
place set by the Commission and/or the Board of Supervisors.
ARTICLE VII - VOTING
7-1 A majority of voting members shall constitute a quorum. No action shall be taken or
motion made unless a quorum is present.
7-2 No action of the Commission shall be valid unless authorized by a majority vote of those
present and voting.
ARTICLE VIII - OPERATING RULES
8-1 Order of Business for a regular meeting
8-1-1 Call to Order.
8-1-2 Adoption of the Agenda.
8-1-3 Consideration of Minutes.
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8-1-4 Committee Reports.
8-1-5 Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda.
8-1-6 Public Hearings.
8-1-7 Action Items.
8-1-8 Information/Discussion Items
8-1-9 Other.
8-1-10 Adjournment.
8-2 Minutes
8-2-1 The Commission shall keep minutes of each meeting. The chairman and
secretary shall sign all minutes following approval by the Commission certifying
that the minutes are true and correct. Minutes made available to the public prior
to formal approval by the Commission shall be clearly identified as a draft version
of the meeting.
8-3 Procedures
8-3-1 Parliamentary procedure in the Commission meetings shall be governed by
Robert's Rules of Order, except where otherwise specified in these procedures.
8-3-2 Whenever an agenda item involves a recommendation to the Board of
Supervisors, the Commission shall continue to consider the item until a definite
recommendation is made. If a motion has been made and defeated, additional,
different motions may be made concerning the item under consideration.
8-3-3 The initial motion on an agenda item shall be made by a member representing the
application’s Magisterial District. If both District representatives are absent or
decline to make the initial motion, then any other Commissioner may act.
8-3-4 Business items on the agenda shall be considered using the following procedures:
8-3-4-1 Report by County Staff.
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8-3-4-2 Presentation by Applicant.
8-3-4-3 Citizen Comment.
8-3-4-4 Applicant Response.
8-3-4-5 Staff Summary.
8-3-4-6 Discussion by Commission.
8-3-4-7 Motion and Action by Commission.
8-3-5 Public comment shall be allowed in all cases required by the Code of Virginia,
1950, as amended, or the Code of Frederick County. In other cases, the chairman
may allow public comment.
8-3-6 The Commission members may ask questions of clarification and information
after the staff report, applicant presentation, and/or citizen comment.
8-3-7 Petitions, displays, documents or correspondence presented at a meeting may be
made part of the official record of the meeting by motion of the Commission and
are to be kept on file by the secretary. Such items need not be made part of the
published minutes.
8-3-8 Public Hearings
8-3-8-1 The Commission shall hold public hearings on all items for which
hearings are required by the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended, or by the
Code of Frederick County. Such public hearing shall be advertised and
notifications provided as required by the Code of Virginia, 1950, as
amended.
8-3-8-2 The Chairman may establish special rules for any public hearing at the
beginning of said hearing. These rules may include limitations on the time
of staff report, applicant presentation and citizen comment.
8-3-8-3 In addition to those required by law, the Commission may hold public
hearings on any matter which it deems to be in the public interest. In such
cases, the public hearings shall follow all procedures described for public
hearing in these bylaws.
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8-3-8-4 The 90-day period (Section 165-102.03 of the Frederick County Zoning
Ordinance) for the Planning Commission to make a rezoning
recommendation to the Board will start at the date of the first completed
public hearing
8-3-9 Tabling
8-3-9-1 The Planning Commission shall have the authority to table agenda items
45-days (less if reaching the limits of Section 165-102.03) for any one of
the following:
A) The agenda item does not meet the requirements of the Code of
Virginia, 1950, as amended.
B) The agenda item does not meet the requirements of the Code of
Frederick County.
C) Insufficient information has been provided for the agenda item.
D) Revised proffers have been received from the applicant less than
twenty-one (21) days of the advertised Planning Commission
meeting.
E) Issues or concerns that arise during formal discussion of the
agenda item warrant additional information or study.
F) The applicant provides the Frederick County Planning Department
with a written request to table the agenda item.
G) The Frederick County Planning Department is advised of an
emergency situation that prevents attendance by the applicant.
H) The applicant fails to appear at the meeting in which the
application has been advertised to appear.
8-3-9-2 The applicant shall be permitted to request that an agenda item be tabled
from a scheduled Planning Commission meeting one time. The Planning
Commission shall table the application for a specific period of time to
ensure that the requirements of Section 165-102.03 of the Frederick
County Zoning Ordinance are not exceeded unless the applicant requests a
waiver from this requirement. In no case shall an application be tabled for
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more than 12 months from the time the complete application was received
by the Zoning Administrator or applicable staff.
8-3-9-3 An application that has been tabled for an unspecified period of time shall
be re-advertised for consideration by the Planning Commission once the
following steps have been completed:
A) The applicant has requested in writing that the agenda item be
considered by the Planning Commission.
B) The applicant has provided all required information to the
Frederick County Planning Department which addresses all
concerns of the Planning Commission.
8-3-10 Work sessions
8-3-10-1 The Commission may hold work sessions at which the procedural rules of
these bylaws shall not apply.
8-3-10-2 Work sessions shall be held after the adjournment of regular meetings or
at the time and place set by the Commission.
8-3-10-3 Notice of work sessions shall be sent to the Planning Commissioners at
least five days before the session.
8-3-10-4 The chairman shall lead the session and require orderly behavior and
discussion.
8-3-10-5 No actions shall be taken or motions made at a work session.
8-3-10-6 Work sessions shall be open to the public. Public comment is not required
at a work session.
8-3-10-7 The secretary shall keep a general record of all work sessions and the
items discussed.
8-3-11 Adjournment
8-3-11-1 In no case shall the Commission consider any new items
after 10:30 P.M. and the meeting shall be adjourned by
11:00 P.M. In the instance that an item begun before
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10:30P.M. has not been acted on by the 11:00 P.M. hour,
the Commission may, by majority vote, lift the
adjournment time until a recommendation has been made,
or such time, after 11:00 P.M., as the Commission may fix.
ARTICLE IX - AMENDMENTS
9-1 These bylaws may be amended by a majority vote of the entire voting
membership after thirty days prior notice at any time during the calendar year.
9-2 Planning Commission shall conduct an annual review of these bylaws in
November of each calendar year to ensure their accuracy.
9-3 At the first meeting of the calendar year, the By-Laws will be adopted.
FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Proposed for adoption
January 15, 2014
This document has been prepared to assist Frederick County Planning Commissioners in
understanding what their role and responsibilities are in the myriad of activities that they
accept as a member of the Planning Commission. This compilation is a companion
document to the Commission’s By-Laws.
APPLICATION COMMUNICATIONS
There are three primary sources of information gathered by and weighed by the Planning
Commission in order to make quality planning recommendations to the Board of
Supervisors. They are ex-parte communications, staff reports and public input.
Ex-Parte Communications:
Individual meetings between Commissioners and an applicant/developer regarding a
specific application shall follow the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. During this
discussion or at any other time prior to action taken by the Commission on the
application, a Planning Commissioner should make no commitments or endorsements.
Any new written materials provided by the applicant to any one Commissioner shall be
made available to all commissioners and staff by the applicant prior to the application
appearing on the agenda. To not do so may result in the application being tabled at the
Planning Commission public hearing.
Staff Application Briefings/Work Sessions:
Prior to the first public hearing being held, staff will hold a briefing for the Planning
Commissioners, with an invitation extended to the Board of Supervisors to participate,
regarding any application deemed sufficiently complicated / controversial to warrant
detailed explanation. The purpose is to apprise the Commissioners regarding the details
of the application, both those items that meet the ordinance and those that do not. This
provides the opportunity for the Commissioners to have a common understanding of the
application prior to the public hearing. The decision to hold a briefing on a specific
application will be made jointly by the Director of Planning and the Chairman of the
Planning Commission. In addition to complexity, the application shall be basically
complete prior to scheduling the briefing.
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The Planning Commission may request a work session for an application which, after the
first public hearing is concluded, is subsequently tabled. The purpose of the work session
is to discuss amongst each other and with staff details of the application, any revised
proffers provided or anticipated by the applicant, and other improvements which could be
made to the application.
For either a briefing or a work session:
-The applicant should attend, but will not have an active role.
-The format of a Planning Commission work session as identified in paragraph 8-
3-10 of the Commission’s By-Laws will be used.
-In no case will the legal timeline for consideration before the Planning
Commission be changed.
Public Hearing/Meeting:
Efficient and effective public hearings are an essential part of enabling the Commission
to make reasoned recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.
Every attempt will be made to obtain focused and broad representation of opinion or
information from the public. When possible, specific time limitations will not be used.
However, both rules of order as well as time constraints most appropriate for the specific
application will be implemented when there is either large interest in or controversy
regarding an application.
One constant during this process on both the part of the public, the applicant and the
Commission itself is civility and respect for information offered or a differing opinion.
Deviation from this behavior is unacceptable.
COMMISSIONER DEVELOPMENT:
Each Commissioner shall be committed to preparing for and keeping knowledge current
in order to do the most effective job for the community.
New initial appointees should strive to obtain Planning Commissioner certification from
an acceptable training program within the first year of appointment. This training is
supported by the Planning Department budget
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Further continuing education through many offerings should be pursued and will be
supported by the Planning budget as possible. These opportunities should be shared
amongst the number of Commissioners who are serving. Examples include PlanVirginia
annual meeting, other special offerings as well as the American Planning Association’s
readings and meetings. A library is maintained by the Planning office.
COMMISSIONER ATTENDANCE
Commissioners are expected to participate in 80% of the regularly scheduled meetings
per year. Members who cannot attend a meeting due to illness, business, and other
governmental or family reasons should notify the Commission Chairman and/or staff
Administrative Assistant prior to the scheduled meeting in order for the absence to be
noted. It may affect quorum considerations.
Especially essential is preparation and readiness for each of the Commission’s meetings
in order to use not only the Commission’s but the staff’s and public’s time wisely.
COMMISSION COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS:
Appointments to a Commission committee or liaison assignments are made by the
chairman and shared by the membership. Generally, they involve a once per month
meeting.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
Each Commissioner needs to be familiar with Commonwealth of Virginia information on
conflict of interest. If a Commissioner is unsure if there is conflict, the County Attorney
is the correct resource.
Upon determination that there is or might be perceived to be a conflict, the Commissioner
should state immediately after the agenda item is read that recusal action is necessary
(with, preferably, stating the reason) then step down from the dais until the item is
concluded.
PUBLIC REPRESENTATION:
Commissioners are citizens, too. If there is a public item that is of interest, the
Commissioner should participate, but not identify themselves as members of the
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Frederick County Planning Commission unless acting in an official capacity and directed
to do so. Implied endorsements by the Commission should be avoided.
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Minutes of December 4, 2013
MEETING MINUTES
OF THE
FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Held in the Board Room of the Frederick County Administration Building at 107 North Kent Street in
Winchester, Virginia on December 4, 2013.
PRESENT: June M. Wilmot, Chairman/Member at Large; Roger L. Thomas, Vice Chairman/
Opequon District; Gary R. Oates, Stonewall District; J. Stanley Crockett, Stonewall District; Lawrence R.
Ambrogi, Shawnee District; H. Paige Manuel, Shawnee District; Kevin Kenney, Gainesboro District;
Charles E. Triplett, Gainesboro District; Greg L. Unger, Back Creek District; J. Rhodes Marston, Back
Creek District; Christopher M. Mohn, Red Bud District; Charles F. Dunlap, Red Bud District; Roderick
B. Williams, County Attorney; Robert Hess, Board of Supervisors Liaison; and William Wiley,
Winchester Planning Commission Liaison.
STAFF PRESENT: Michael T. Ruddy, Deputy Director; Mark R. Cheran, Zoning & Subdivision
Administrator; Candice E. Perkins, Senior Planner; and Renee S. Arlotta, Clerk.
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CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Wilmot called the December 4, 2013 meeting of the Frederick County
Planning Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. Chairman Wilmot commenced the meeting by inviting
everyone to join in a moment of silence.
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ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Crockett, the
Planning Commission unanimously adopted the agenda for this evening’s meeting.
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MINUTES
Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Crockett, the
minutes of the October 16, 2013 and November 6, 2013 Planning Commission were unanimously
approved as presented.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
Comprehensive Plans & Programs Committee (CPPC) – 11/20/13 Mtg.
Commissioner Mohn reported the CPPC considered the 2014-2015 Capital
Improvements Plan (CIP) and made a recommendation of approval to the Planning Commission. He said
the CPPC also had a brief discussion of the progress with the Southern Frederick Area Plan Study.
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Transportation Committee – 11/25/13 Mtg.
Commissioner Oates reported about three items on the Transportation Committee’s
agenda. First was a speed study request on Cedar Creek Grade, near a condominium housing project just
inside the Winchester City Line; considering the increased traffic, it was suggested that perhaps a lower
speed limit through this area would be appropriate. Commissioner Oates said the committee voted to
make that request of VDOT. Commissioner Oates said the second item, VDOT project updates, focused
on Exit 310 and Exit 313, which is a study of Route 522 and Route 50. He said the other project updates
included the improvements taking place at Crosspointe, Hillandale, and Tasker Road.
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Winchester Planning Commission – 11/19/13 Mtg.
Winchester Planning Commission Liaison, Mr. William Wiley, reported the Winchester
Planning Commission discussed a text amendment pertaining to home occupations. He said the
amendment focused on permitted accessory structures with a conditional use permit and the amendment
passed unanimously. Mr. Wiley said the Planning Commission will be considering a cell tower at their
public hearing next month.
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Citizen Comments
Chairman Wilmot called for citizen comments on any subject not currently on the
Planning Commission’s agenda. No one came forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the citizen
comments portion of the meeting.
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PUBLIC HEARING
Height Waiver Request for Carmeuse Lime and Stone, Inc. by Lawson and Silek, P.L.C., on behalf
of Carmeuse Lime and Stone Co., Inc., to allow the construction of a 200-foot tall kiln at the
existing Clearbrook Quarry located off Quarry Lane in the Stonewall Magisterial District. This
property is identified by P.I.N. 33-A-144.
Action – Recommended Approval
Senior Planner, Candice E. Perkins, reported the staff had received a request from
Lawson and Silek, P.L.C., on behalf of Carmeuse Lime and Stone, Inc., to allow the construction of a
new kiln at the existing Clearbrook Quarry located off Quarry Lane in the Stonewall Magisterial District.
Ms. Perkins said the requested waiver is for the construction of a kiln, with the “skin,” up to 200 feet in
height. She noted the proposed kiln structure would be more than 1,000 feet from the closest adjacent
property.
Ms. Perkins stated the Planning Commission considered this waiver request at their
meeting on November 6, 2013 and the Commission recommended approval of the waiver for a kiln up to
200 feet in height with the “skin.” She noted the Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance amendment
at their November 13, 2013 meeting which allowed the maximum height in the EM District to be waived
up to 200 feet with a Board waiver following a public hearing. Due to the addition of the public hearing
requirement, the Carmeuse waiver request must be taken back through the Planning Commission and the
Board of Supervisors process.
Commissioner Oates asked if there have been any changes to the waiver request since the
Planning Commission’s November 6 meeting. Ms. Perkins replied no.
Chairman Wilmot asked for clarification on whether the public hearing requirement for
waivers would be applicable to other height changes the Planning Commission would recommend. Ms.
Perkins replied yes; she said any height waiver that comes before the Commission and Board would
require a public hearing.
Mr. Thomas “Ty” Moore Lawson was representing Carmeuse Lime and Stone, Inc. He
said the Board accepted all of the Commission’s recommendations; however, they just added one
additional requirement which was for the public hearing. Mr. Lawson thought the public hearing
requirement was not so much for this particular request, because this was probably the third time the
Commission had reviewed this and the DRRC had also reviewed it. He believed that since the Board was
revising an ordinance, for all future applications they wanted a requirement for a public hearing.
Chairman Wilmot called for anyone who wished to speak either in favor or opposition to
the waiver request. No one came forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the public comment
portion of the hearing.
Commissioner Thomas made a motion to recommend approval of a 200-foot height
waiver for P.I.N. 33-A-144 to allow the construction of a 200-foot tall kiln, including the “skin,” at the
existing Clearbrook Quarry.” This motion was seconded by Commissioner Crockett and was
unanimously passed.
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BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously recommend
approval of a 200-foot height waiver for Carmeuse Lime and Stone, Co. Inc., submitted by Lawson and
Silek, P.L.C. on behalf of Carmeuse Lime and Stone Co., Inc., to allow the construction of a 200-foot tall
kiln, with skin, at the existing Clearbrook Quarry, P.I.N. 33-A-144, located off Quarry Lane in the
Stonewall Magisterial District.
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PUBLIC MEETING
Rezoning #06-13 of Silver Lake, LLC, submitted by Greenway Engineering, to request a minor
revision to the proffer statement associated with Rezoning #01-09 of Silver Lake. This revision
relates to the relocation of the site provided for the development of a new fire and rescue facility
and support facilities. The properties are located on the north side of Northwestern Pike (Rt. 50W),
west of Retail Boulevard, and east of Poor House Road (Rt. 654). Primary access is provided via
the newly developed National Lutheran Boulevard. The properties are identified with P.I.N.s 52-A-
C, 52-A-50A, 52-A-52, and 52-A-63 in the Gainesboro Magisterial District.
Action – Recommended Approval
Deputy Planning Director, Michael T. Ruddy, reported this request is for a minor revision
to the proffer statement associated with Rezoning #01-09 of Silver Lake and relates to the relocation of
the site provided for the development of a new fire and rescue facility and support facilities. Mr. Ruddy
said the new location for the fire and rescue site will front on Corporate Place Drive near the intersection
of National Lutheran Boulevard. The site was previously located along Northwestern Pike and Silver
Lake Road. He noted the proposed general location of the fire and rescue site is further identified on the
updated GDP (Generalized Development Plan) and the proffer statement which modifies this revision is
dated November 4, 2013. In addition, the revised proffer statement addresses several minor editorial
changes that relate to the actual development of the site since the original rezoning.
Commissioner Oates asked for clarification concerning the date change within the proffer
from five years to a specific date, April 21, 2014. Mr. Ruddy replied the original proffer provided a time
period in which the project should move forward with triggers and was approximately four to five years
from the original rezoning. He said the April 21, 2014 date is essentially the same time frame placed
within the original proffer statement.
Mr. Evan A. Wyatt with Greenway Engineering was representing this rezoning
application. Mr. Wyatt stated the original rezoning showing the former fire and rescue site had proffered
a preemption signalized intersection at Route 50, which would allow fire and rescue vehicles to turn lights
red when approaching the intersection. Mr. Wyatt said the preemption signalized intersection has been
moved to the existing signal on Lutheran Boulevard.
Chairman Wilmot inquired about the two future alternative routes to the west designated
on the GDP in the location of the relocated fire and rescue site. Mr. Wyatt explained that at the time of
the original rezoning, the traffic study indicated a need, and the Board desired, a connection to Poorhouse
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Road, and the applicant provided those two road options. Mr. Wyatt said those two road options were a
part of the original proffer and do not have any part of the relocation of the fire and rescue site.
Chairman Wilmot called for any citizens who wished to speak regarding this rezoning
and proffer amendment. No one came forward to speak and Chairman Wilmot closed the public
comment portion of the meeting.
A motion was made by Commissioner Triplett to recommend approval of Rezoning
Application #06-13 of Silver Lake, LLC and the associated proffer amendment. This motion was
seconded by Commissioner Kenney and unanimously passed.
BE IT RESOLVED, the Frederick County Planning Commission does hereby unanimously recommend
approval of Rezoning #06-13 of Silver Lake, LLC, submitted by Greenway Engineering, for a minor
revision to the proffer statement associated with Rezoning #01-19 of Silver Lake. This revision relates to
the relocation of the site provided for the development of a new fire and rescue facility and support
facilities.
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INFORMATION/ DISCUSSION ITEMS
Revised Master Development Plan #03-13 for The Townes at Tasker, submitted by Pennoni
Associates, Inc., to develop an 80-unit townhouse development. The subject property is located on
the east side of Tasker Road (Rt. 642) and north of Rutherford Lane (Rt. 846), approximately 0.7
miles south of the I-81 Interchange 310. The property is further identified with P.I.N. 75-A-86 in
the Shawnee Magisterial District. This item is presented for informational purposes only.
No Action Required
Senior Planner, Candice E. Perkins, reported this Revised MDP (master development
plan) is to develop 10.25 acres of land zoned RA (Rural Areas) with a total of 81 single-family attached
townhouse units. Ms. Perkins said this receiving property will be utilizing transferred development rights
as permitted by the TDR (Transfer of Development Rights) ordinance to develop with RP (Residential
Performance) District standards. She said the subject receiving parcel will be utilizing 54 transferred
development rights from six parcels (72-A-30, 72-A-34, 72-A-29C, 21-A-7A, 31-A-34, and 34-A-34B)
located within the County’s sending area.
Ms. Perkins noted the MDP is the same layout reviewed by the Planning Commission on
November 6, 2013. The only revision pertains to the number of residential units, based on the approval of
the TDR Ordinance amendments. She said the Board of Supervisors approved the TDR conversion rate
which is based on the type of housing unit being developed on the receiving property, either single-family
detached, single-family attached, or multifamily. Based on the single-family attached TDR conversion
rate, she said this property owner now has the ability to build 81 single-family attached units on this
property. Ms. Perkins stated the property is using 54 transferred rights from six parcels within the
sending area; the 54 development units multiplied by the conversion rate of 1.5 equals the 81 units they
now have rights to develop.
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Commissioner Thomas commented that VDOT seemed to have questions and safety
concerns about the amount of trips on Tasker Road (Rt. 642) and he inquired about the applicant’s
discussions with VDOT.
Mr. Ronald Mislowski with Pennoni Associates, Inc. was the representative for this MDP
application. In response to Commissioner Thomas’s inquiry, Mr. Mislowski stated the major concerns
that will need to be overcome involve the widening of Tasker Road north of the site and the construction
of a retaining wall. Mr. Mislowski explained that working out how the retaining wall is constructed, as
well as how VDOT will provide future maintenance of it, are the major issues at this time. He said
VDOT has asked the applicant to try and acquire an easement from an adjoining property owner and they
are in the process of working on this. He added they will need to get VDOT’s approval of the site plan
before Frederick County will sign their site plan, which would allow the applicant to subdivide the
property.
Commissioner Unger remarked this was the first time a TDR application has come
through the process and he asked the applicant about the experience and if it was easy to accomplish. Mr.
Mislowski stated it was an easy process and they were guided and assisted by the Planning Staff and the
process has worked out well.
No action was needed or taken by the Planning Commission at this time.
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ANNUAL REVIEW OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION BYLAWS AND THE ROLES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
Deputy Planning Director, Michael T. Ruddy, reported this is the time of year when the
Planning Commission reviews its two guiding documents, the Bylaws and the Roles and Responsibilities,
and if any modifications are needed, this is the time to accomplish those. Mr. Ruddy said based on the
feedback staff has received so far, a few changes have been proposed to both documents. Mr. Ruddy
briefly reviewed those proposed changes with the Commission, as follows:
Page 4 of the Planning Commission Bylaws: Article V – Committees, Section 5-9, the name “ad-hoc”
group has been changed to “working” group.
Page 6 of the Planning Commission Bylaws: Article VIII – Operating Rules, Section 8-1-7, “Public
Meetings” has been changed to “Action Items,” and Section 8-1-8, “Planning Commission Discussion”
has been changed to “Information/Discussion Items.”
Page 8 of the Planning Commission Bylaws: Article VIII – Operating Rules, Section 8-3-9-2, a
typographical error has been corrected from, “Administator” to “Administrator.”
Pages 2 and 3 of the Planning Commission Roles and Responsibilities: Under the section, Commissioner
Development, an update reflects the revised name of the organization providing educational assistance to
Commissioners in our area from “CPEAV (Citizens Planning Education Association of Virginia)” to
“PlanVirginia.”
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Mr. Ruddy stated if there are any additional items, please let the staff know. He said the
Planning Commission Bylaws and the Planning Commission Roles and Responsibilities will be
considered and adopted at the beginning of next year.
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OTHER
Cancellation of the December 18, 2013 Meeting and the January 1, 2014 Meeting
Chairman Wilmot announced there were no pending applications for the Commission’s
December 18, 2013 meeting and the following meeting on January 1, 2014 was a holiday.
Upon motion made by Commissioner Oates and seconded by Commissioner Thomas, the
December 18, 2013 and the January 1, 2014 meetings were canceled by a unanimous vote.
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ADJOURNMENT
No further business remained to be discussed and a motion was made by Commissioner
Oates to adjourn the meeting. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Crockett and unanimously
passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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June Wilmot, Chairman
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Michael T. Ruddy
Deputy Planning Director
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #06-13
KAREN GARVER
Staff Report for the Planning Commission
Prepared: December 5, 2013
Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator
This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on
this request. It may also be useful to others interested in this zoning matter.
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission: 01/15/14 Pending
Board of Supervisors: 01/22/14 Pending
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This is a request for a Cottage Occupation – Nail Salon.
Should the Planning Commission find this use appropriate, Staff would suggest the following
conditions be placed on the CUP:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. No signage allowed with this Conditional Use Permit.
3. Hours of operation shall be 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
4. No more than two (2) customers per day.
5. No employees permitted, beyond those residing on the premises.
6. Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Following the requisite public hearing, it would be appropriate for the Planning Commission
to offer a recommendation concerning this application to the Board of Supervisors.
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December 5, 2013
LOCATION: This property is located at 114 Lakeside Drive.
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: Shawnee
PROPERTY ID NUMBER: 75B-6-A-20A
PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE:
Zoned: RP (Residential Performance)
Land Use: Residential
ADJOINING PROPERTY ZONING & USE:
North: RP (Residential Performance) Land Use: Open Space
South: RP (Residential Performance) Land Use: Residential
East: RP (Residential Performance) Land Use: Residential
West: RP (Residential Performance) Land Use: Residential
PROPOSED USE: This application is for a Cottage Occupation – Nail Salon.
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
Virginia Department of Transportation: The application for a Conditional Use Permit for this
property appears to have little measurable impact on Route 1037, the VDOT facility which
would provide access to the property. Existing entrance is adequate for proposed use. However,
should use ever expand in the future, the entrance may have to be upgraded to VDOT
commercial standards.
Frederick County Fire Marshall: Plans approved as submitted.
Frederick County Inspections: Areas of the existing structure that will be utilized shall comply
with Use group B (Business), of The Virginia Construction Code 2009. Please submit a floor
plan of the area at the time of change of use building permit application. Ventilation shall be
provided in accordance with the International Mechanical Code. After permit issuance and
inspection approvals are confirmed a new certificate of use and occupancy shall be issued.
Frederick County Sanitation Authority: No comments at this time.
Winchester-Frederick County Health Department: Health Department has no objection to
the above stated request so long as public water and sewer are utilized.
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December 5, 2013
Planning and Zoning: The 2030 Comprehensive Policy Plan of Frederick County
(“Comprehensive Plan”) provides guidance when considering land use actions. The location of
this proposed nail salon business is in part of County that is to remain urban in nature. The
Frederick County Zoning Ordinance allows a nail salon as cottage occupation in the RP
(Residential Performance) zoning district with an approved Conditional Use Permit. The
proposed use will take place within the applicant’s dwelling. There will be no employees with
use, and the customer base two (2) customers per day and no more than twenty (20) customers a
month. The hours of operation will be Monday through Thursday from 4:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M. The
applicant has agreed to the customer base, hours, and days of operation. There will be no signs
with this Conditional Use Permit. Based upon the limited scale of the proposed use and
evaluation of the property, it appears this use would not have any significant impacts on the
adjoining properties.
STAFF CONCLUSIONS FOR THE 01/15/41 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING:
Should the Planning Commission find this use appropriate, Staff would suggest the following
conditions be placed on the CUP:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. No signage allowed with this Conditional Use Permit.
3. Hours of operation shall be 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
4. No more than to two (2) customers per day.
5. No employees permitted, beyond those residing on the premises.
6. Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Following the requisite public hearing, it would be appropriate for the Planning Commission
to offer a recommendation concerning this application to the Board of Supervisors.
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SCOTT SWEENEY
Staff Report for the Planning Commission
Prepared: December 23, 2013
Staff Contact: Mark R. Cheran, Zoning Administrator
This report is prepared by the Frederick County Planning Staff to provide information to the
Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors to assist them in making a decision on
this request. It may also be useful to others interested in this zoning matter.
Reviewed Action
Planning Commission: 01/15/14 Pending
Board of Supervisors: 01/22/14 Pending
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This is a request for a Cottage Occupation – Public Garage.
Should the Planning Commission find this use appropriate, Staff would suggest the following
conditions be placed on the CUP:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. Any proposed business sign shall conform to Cottage Occupation sign requirements and shall
not exceed four (4) square feet in size and five (5) feet in height.
3. Operation limited to the applicant; no employees.
4. No more than three (3) customers per day.
5. The applicant will be limited to repairing only three (3) vehicles on site at anytime.
6. All repair activities shall occur entirely within the enclosed structure.
7. Hours of operation shall be Monday-Saturday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, no repair activities will
take place on Sunday.
8. Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Following the requisite public hearing, it would be appropriate for the Planning Commission
to offer a recommendation concerning this application to the Board of Supervisors.
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December 22, 2013
LOCATION: This property is located at 441 Red Oak Cross Junction, Virginia.
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: Gainesboro
PROPERTY ID NUMBER: 18-A-22D
PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE:
Zoned: RA (Rural Areas)
Land Use: Residential
ADJOINING PROPERTY ZONING & USE:
North: RA (Rural Areas) Land Use: Residential
South: RA (Rural Areas) Land Use: Residential
East: RA (Rural Areas) Land Use: Residential
West RA (Rural Areas) Land Use: Residential
PROPOSED USE: This application is for a Public Garage without Body Repair. (Motorcycle
Repair)
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
Virginia Department of Transportation: The application for a Conditional Use Permit for this
property appears to have little measurable impact on Route 771, the VDOT facility which would
provide access to the property. Prior to operation of the business a low volume commercial
entrance must be constructed to our standards to allow for safe egress and ingress of the
property. Any work performed on the State’s right-of-way must be covered under a land use
permit. The permit is issued by this office and requires an inspection fee and surety bond
coverage.
Frederick County Fire Marshall: Plans approved provided that there be at least 1-5lb (2A,
10BC) fire extinguisher in the garage available for use at all times.
Frederick County Inspections: Buildings area building utilized shall comply with The Virginia
Uniform Statewide Building Code and Sections 311,S Storage) and Section 304, B-business of
the International Building Code/2009. Other Code that applies is ICC ANSI A117.1-3-03
Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities.
CUP Request to utilize existing detached garage for motorcycle repair open to the public. A
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December 22, 2013
Building permit is required for the change of use. Please submit a floor plan of the existing
garage as well as mechanical air change as required per the International Mechanical Code.
Restroom are provided with 500’ travel as required.
At on entrances shall be accessible. Acessible route shall not exceed 5%. Landings at doors
shall not exceed 1:48 slope and thresholds shall not exceed ¾”.
Winchester-Frederick County Health Department: The Health Department has no objection
to the prosposed garage on this property. No septic or water being utilized in garage. No
increase in usage of septic system used by home on same property.
Planning and Zoning: Public garages without auto body repair are permitted in the RA (Rural
Areas) Zoning District with an approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP), provided that all repair
work takes place entirely within an enclosed structure. This area of the County is to remain rural
in nature and is not subject to any land use study as noted within the Comprehensive Policy Plan.
This proposed use will be conducted in an existing structure approximately 2,048 square feet in
size on a six (6) acre parcel. This property and the surrounding properties are currently zoned
RA and are heavily wooded with natural screening for this proposed use. The nearest buildings
or dwellings are more than four-hundred (400) feet from this property. No more than three (3)
vehicles awaiting repair are allowed at one time and no employees will be allowed with this
proposed use. There will be no vehicle sales, nor unrelated repair sales, allowed with this
Conditional Use Permit.
STAFF CONCLUSIONS FOR THE 01/15/14 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING:
Should the Planning Commission find this use appropriate, Staff would suggest the following
conditions be placed on the CUP:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. Any proposed business sign shall conform to Cottage Occupation sign requirements and
shall not exceed four (4) square feet in size and five (5) feet in height.
3. Operation limited to the applicant; no employees.
4. No more than to three (3) customers per day.
5. The applicant will be limited to repairing only (3) vehicles on site at anytime.
6. All repair activities shall occur entirely within the enclosed structure.
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7. Hours of operation shall be from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, no repair activities will take place
on Sunday.
8. Any expansion or change of use shall require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Following the requisite public hearing, it would be appropriate for the Planning Commission
to offer a recommendation concerning this application to the Board of Supervisors.
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FREDERICK COUNTY
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
2014-2015
Fiscal Year
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………………. 1
PROJECT RECOMMENDATIONS………………………………………………. 2
Frederick County Public Schools…………………………………………...2
Frederick County Parks and Recreation Department………………………. 3
Handley Regional Library ……………………………………………….. 4
Transportation Committee…………………………………………………. 4
Winchester Regional Airport………………………………………………. 4
County Administration ……………………………………………………..5
Fire & Rescue……….. ……………………………………………………..5
2014-2015 CAPITAL PROJECTS MAP………………………………………….. 7
2014-2015 COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CAPITAL PROJECTS MAP……….. 9
2014-2015 COUNTY PARKS AND REC. CAPITAL PROJECTS MAP…………11
2014-2015 TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS MAP………………..……………. 13
2014-2015 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TABLE……………………15
CIP TABLE EXPLANATIONS…………………………………………………… 21
PROJECT FUNDING……………………………………………………………… 21
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS………………………………………………………. 23
Frederick County Public Schools…………………………………………...23
Frederick County Parks and Recreation Department………………………. 29
Handley Regional Library…………………………………………………..37
Transportation Committee…………………………………………………..40
Winchester Regional Airport………………………………………………. 45
County Administration…………………………………………………….. 52
Fire and Rescue……………..……………………………………………….54
Individual Fire & Rescue Company Requests……………………….58
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
FREDERICK COUNTY
2014-2015
INTRODUCTION
Section 15.2-2239 of the Code of Virginia assigns the responsibility for preparation of
plans for capital outlays to the local Planning Commissions. The Capital Improvements
Plan (CIP) consists of a schedule for major capital expenditures for the county for the
ensuing five years.
The CIP is updated annually. Projects are removed from the plans as they are completed
or as priorities change. The plan is intended to assist the Board of Supervisors in
preparation of the county budget. In addition to determining priorities for capital
expenditures, the county must also ensure that projects contained within the CIP conform
to the Comprehensive Policy Plan. Specifically, the projects are reviewed with
considerations regarding health, safety, and the general welfare of the public, and the
policies of the Comprehensive Plan. When the CIP is adopted, it becomes a component
of the Comprehensive Plan. Frederick County approved the 2030 Comprehensive Plan on
July 3, 2011.
The CIP is strictly advisory; it is intended for use as a capital facilities planning
document, not for requesting funding allocations. Once adopted, project priorities may
change throughout the year based on changing circumstances. It is also possible that
particular projects may not be funded during the year that is indicated in the CIP. The
status of any project becomes increasingly uncertain the further in the future it is
projected.
Transportation projects are included in the CIP. The inclusion of transportation projects
to the CIP is in no way an indication that Frederick County will be independently
undertaking these projects. Funding projects will continue to come from a combination of
state and federal funds, developer contributions, and revenue sharing.
The 2014-2015 CIP continues to emphasize the connection between the CIP,
Comprehensive Plan, and potential proffered contributions made with future rezoning
projects. This effort continues to be reinforced through the effort of the Parks and
Recreation Department and their identification of their comprehensively planned parks
including community, neighborhood, and district parks.
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PROJECT RECOMMENDATIONS
Frederick County Public Schools
Frederick County Public Schools continue to commence and complete capital projects
that have been priorities from previous years. The James Wood Middle School parking
lot safety enhancements, a project done in conjunction with the City of Winchester to
address several traffic safety concerns identified in the vicinity of James Wood Middle
School over the years, has recently been completed and has therefore been removed from
this year’s CIP. Previously removed, is the new transportation facility located adjacent to
Armel Elementary School. The facility houses administration, driver training areas,
driver and staff meeting areas, mechanical service and repair bays, inspection bay, wash
bay, and fueling bays.
The school renovations proposed to prepare school facilities for an all day Kindergarten
program have moved off the CIP as they have been programmed to be funded and
initiated. The CIP has been reflected accordingly. It should be recognized that the all day
kindergarten program had been delayed for several years in light of the recent fiscal
climate so it is very positive to see the all day kindergarten program progress through the
joint efforts of Frederick County Public Schools and the Board of Supervisors.
The Replacement of Frederick County Middle School is the School’s top Capital
improvement priority with improvements to Aylor Middle School the second highest
priority. The construction of the County’s fourth High School is the third priority. The
new high school and both a replacement and new middle school have been requested in
anticipation of the future demand of a growing student population.
A new project, an addition and renovations to Indian Hollow Elementary School, is
proposed. Indian Hollow Elementary School opened in 1988 and is the County’s smallest
elementary school building with a program capacity of 492 students. Renovations to the
existing portion of the building will address several major issues, including classroom
storage, ADA compliance, energy conservation, security, and upgrades of fire alarm,
electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. A building addition will be needed to
maintain program capacity. This year’s CIP continues to include a request to renovate
and expand the current administration building on Amherst Street.
In an effort to maintain educational facilities that will handle the growing student
population, the construction of two new elementary schools is recommended within the
UDA (Urban Development Area). However, the timeframe for these facilities has been
extended out several years. Elementary School number 12 has been advanced.
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Parks & Recreation
Baseball field lighting at both Clearbrook and Sherando Parks is the number one capital
improvement priority for Parks and Recreation.
This year’s CIP is reflective of the ongoing effort to seek community input into the parks
and recreation programs and facilities. The recently completed survey has been taken into
consideration when prioritizing parks and recreation capital projects.
Swimming improvements continue to be a focus for Parks and Recreation. The upgrade
of pool amenities at the swimming pools at both parks will include the addition of water
slides and a spray ground. This project is expected to increase pool attendance by 30
percent while providing recreational opportunities for both the Sherando and Clearbrook
Park service areas. The indoor aquatic facility continues to be proposed as a high priority
of the Parks and Recreation Department, with modifications to the scope of the project
aimed at providing flexibility in its design.
The Parks and Recreation Department has proposed to acquire land in both the eastern
and western portions of the county for the development of future regional park system.
Both land acquisitions call for 150-200 acres of land to accommodate the recreational
needs of the growing population.
The effort of the Parks and Recreation Department and their identification of their
comprehensively planned parks including community, neighborhood, and district parks,
further emphasizes the connection between the CIP, Comprehensive Plan, and potential
proffered contributions made with rezoning projects.
The majority of the recommended projects are planned for the county’s two regional
parks (Sherando & Clearbrook). Projects planned for Sherando Park include: upgrade of
baseball lighting, upgrade pool amenities, a softball complex, a soccer complex,
maintenance compound and office, skateboard park, parking and multi-purpose fields
with trail development, picnic area with a shelter, and an access road with parking and
trails. The projects planned for the Clearbrook Park include, upgrade of baseball lighting,
upgrading pool amenities, a new open play area, a tennis/basketball complex, and shelter
with an area for stage seating.
A project that has moved up in priority for Parks and Recreation is the Abrams Creek
Greenway Trail. This capital project was first recognized in last year’s CIP. This facility
would provide recreational opportunities for residents of this corridor along with the
surrounding communities and was emphasized in the Senseny/Eastern Frederick Urban
Areas Plan completed during 2012. This project will provide trails with bicycle, walking
and joggings opportunities, which ranks #1 in the 2007 Virginia Outdoors Plan survey for
all outdoor recreational activities.
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Handley Regional Library
The Handley Regional Library continues to recommend four projects, consistent with
their 2013-2014 requests. The library’s top priority is a parking lot sidewalk extension
promoting sidewalk access at the Bowman Library as phase 2 of the parking lot
expansion project. The parking lot expansion component of the project was completed
during 2011. The library wishes to extend the sidewalks to serve residents traveling from
the east to Lakeside Drive.
The three remaining projects request that funding be provided for new library branches
throughout the county which include the areas of Gainesboro, Senseny/Greenwood Road,
and Route 522 South, with the latter two being located within the UDA (Urban
Development Area).
Transportation Committee
The Transportation Committee continues to provide project requests for the CIP.
Virginia State Code allows for transportation projects to be included within a locality's
CIP. Funding for transportation project requests will likely come from developers and
revenue sharing. Implementation of transportation projects does not take away funding
for generalized road improvements.
The Transportation Committee has requested funding for sixteen projects. The sixteen
requests include projects that entail widening of major roads; key extensions of roads that
help provide better networks, bicycle and pedestrian improvements, and the addition of
turn lanes at current unsafe intersections. The Senseny Road bicycle and pedestrian
improvement project has been removed from the plan. The inclusion of the Eastern Road
Plan Improvements item once again emphasizes the connection between the CIP and
potential proffered contributions made with rezoning projects which are aimed at
mitigating potential transportation impacts identified in the Comprehensive Plan.
The major change to the transportation project list in this year’s CIP is the classification
of the projects into funded and unfunded priorities.
Winchester Regional Airport
Funding for airport projects is derived through a complex formula where the federal and
state governments contribute a majority of the funding, with Frederick County and the
other jurisdictions providing the remaining funding.
The Airport has recently completed a major improvement of their runway. With this
project moving from the CIP, The Airport Authority is now focusing their CIP efforts on
Taxi way improvements and Property acquisition in support of airport development to
meet Federal Aviation requirements for general aviation facilities. The vast majority of
the funding for these improvements came from the FAA and VDA.
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The number one priority for the Airport is the acquisition of property to support airport
operations. The construction of a new general aviation terminal to support future airport
operations and associated parking improvements is a project that has been elevated iin
this year’s CIP and remains in this years. A new project for the airport is the Fuel Storage
Facility.
The number of projects that are included in this CIP has been consolidated over last year
as the Airport Authority is further aligning the County’s CIP with the one provided to the
Virginia Department of Aviation.
County Administration
With the Gainesboro citizen convenience center project moving forward, the number one
priority is a new facility proposed as a replacement for the Albin Convenience site. The
other request is for the expansion/relocation of the Gore Refuse Site to allow for a trash
compactor, which will reduce operational costs, by compacting trash before it reaches the
landfill.
The joint County Administration and School Administration Building that was included
in last year’s amended CIP remains in this year’s project list.
Previously, an item was added to enhance the connection between the CIP and proffered
contributions made to mitigate the impacts of development projects is an item that
addresses general government capital expenditures that may fall below the established
$100,000 departmental threshold. This is similar to the approach previously taken for Fire
and Rescue Capital Equipment. The structure of the County Administration section of the
CIP has been modified and no longer includes Fire and Rescue. Fire and Rescue has its
own section which is as follows.
Fire and Rescue
The top project for the Fire and Rescue component remains the creation of Fire & Rescue
Station #22 in the vicinity of Route 277, with the ability to provide an annex facility for
other county related offices. The collaboration of this project with other community
users and a land use planning effort was a key element of the Route 277 Land Use Plan.
Fire and Rescue has also included a project which provides for the capital apparatus
needs of this facility.
Fire & Rescue has once again requested the relocation of two current fire stations in order
to operate more efficiently; Round Hill and Clearbrook. Three newer projects for Fire
and Rescue are the creation of Station #23, a new facility located in the vicinity of
Crosspointe, the creation of Station #24 in the vicinity of Cross Junction/Lake Holiday,
and a Fire & Rescue Regional Training Center. Such a Regional Public Safety Training
Center potentially consisting of an administrative building, multi-story burn building,
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training props. This project will incorporate emergency medical services, fire, hazardous
materials, rescue, law enforcement, industrial, and educational institutions located within
the region.
Fire and Rescue Volunteer Company Capital Equipment Requests
Previously, a project consisting of a revolving fund in the amount of $1,000,000 for the
benefit of Fire and Rescue Services was established. It is the intention of this capital
expenditure fund to be for the purpose of purchasing additional and replacement capital
equipment fire and rescue vehicles and equipment that may fall below the guidelines
established by the Finance Committee. It was determined that the inclusion of such a
project would be beneficial in ensuring that this significant capital expense is identified in
the County’s capital planning and budget process. This project is primarily for the
benefit of the individual Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies.
The individual Fire and Rescue Companies have identified their own Capital Requests
which have been added to the CIP in no particular order. Most of the Capital requests
meet the $100,000 guideline established by the Finance Committee. Those requests that
do not meet this guideline have been noted and therefore relate to the Fire & Rescue
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Department Priority County Contribution Per Fiscal Year
County
Contributions Notes
Total Project
Costs
Projects 2014-2015 2015-2016
2016-
2017 2017-2018 2018-2019 2019+
Ensuing
Fiscal Year Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Beyond Year 6+
Public Schools
Replacement Frederick County
Middle School $49,500,000 $49,500,000
Robert E. Aylor Middle School
Addition and Renovation $25,000,000 $25,000,000
Fourth High School $70,000,000 $70,000,000
Sherando High School Parking Lot
& Softball Field Improvements $5,000,000 $5,000,000
James Wood High School Renov.$10,000,000 $10,000,000
Elementary School #12 TBD TBD
Armel Elementary School Addition TBD TBD
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary
Phase 2 Renovation TBD TBD
County/School Board
Administration Building TBD E TBD
Bass Hoover Elementary
Phase 2 Renovation TBD TBD
Indian Hollow Elementary
Addition and Renovation TBD TBD
Fifth Middle School TBD TBD
Elementary School #13 TBD TBD
$0 $159,500,000
Parks & Recreation
Clearbrook & Sherando Baseball Field Lighting Upgrade $1,300,000 $1,300,000 $1,300,000
Clearbrook & Sherando Water Slide/Spray Ground $1,251,000 $1,251,000 $1,251,208
Sherando Access Road w/Parking/Trails $1,540,000 $1,540,000 $1,540,626
Abrams Creek Greenway Trail $1,253,000 $1,253,000 $1,252,558
Sherando Lake/Trails/Parking- 2 Fields $1,361,000 $1,361,000 $1,360,610
Community Parks (5)$10,320,000 $10,320,000 $2,694,306
Neighborhood Parks (3)$1,986,000 $1,986,000 $447,928
Indoor Aquatic Facility $15,163,000 $15,163,000 $15,163,000
Park Land Eastern Fred. Co.$4,491,000 $4,491,000 $4,490,510
Park Land Western Fred. Co.$3,368,000 $3,368,000 $3,367,728
District Parks (Northeast and Southwest)$7,858,000 $7,858,000 $7,858,238
Sherando Picnic Areas $804,000 $804,000 $804,243
Indoor Ice Rink $6,000,000 $6,000,000 $6,000,000
Community Center $8,803,000 $8,803,000
Clearbrook Open Play Areas $479,000 $479,000 $478,565
Sherando Soccer/Multi Use Fields $1,122,000 $1,122,000 $1,121,998
Sherando Softball Complex $671,000 $671,000 $671,062
Clearbrook Tennis/Basketball Complex $526,000 $526,000 $526,355
Sherando Skateboard Park $513,000 $513,000 $513,089
Clearbrook Shelter Stage $508,000 $508,000 $508,402
Fleet Trip Vehicles $290,000 $290,000 $290,000
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Department Priority County Contribution Per Fiscal Year
County
Contributions Notes
Total Project
Costs
Projects 2014-2015 2015-2016
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2017 2017-2018 2018-2019 2019+
Sherando Maintenance Compound $374,000 $374,000 $8,802,605
$4,091,000 60,443,031
Regional Library
Bowman Library Sidewalk $42,880 $42,880 $42,880
Gainesboro Library $210,617 $1,812,158 $256,500 $2,279,575 $2,279,575
Senseny/Greenwood Library TBD TBD
Route 522 South LibraryBranch TBD TBD
$42,880 $2,322,455
Transportation
Funded Priorities
I-81 Exit 310 Improvements $48,000,000 $48,000,000 E $48,000,000
Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening
and Safety Improvements (ph 1)$40,000,000 $40,000,000 E $40,000,000
East Tevis Street Extension and
Bridge over 81 $6,000,000 $6,000,000 E $6,000,000
Unfunded Priorities
Route 37 Engineering & Construction $300,000,000 $300,000,000 E $300,000,000
I-81 Exit 307 Relocation $60,000,000 $60,000,000 E $60,000,000
Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening
and Safety Improvements (ph 2)$15,000,000 $15,000,000 E $15,000,000
Redbud Road Realignment $2,500,000 $2,500,000 E $2,500,000
Warrior Drive Extension $23,200,000 $23,200,000 E $23,200,000
Channing Drive Extension $20,600,000 $20,600,000 E $20,600,000
Brucetown/Hopewell Realign.$3,000,000 $3,000,000 E $3,000,000
Widening of Route 11 North $47,800,000 $47,800,000 E $47,800,000
Senseny Road Widening $22,800,000 $22,800,000 E $22,800,000
Inverlee Way $10,200,000 $10,200,000 E $10,200,000
Fox Drive $250,000 $250,000 E $250,000
Rennaisance Drive $2,000,000 $2,000,000 E $2,000,000
Eastern Road Plan Improvements TBD TBD TBD
$300,000,000 $507,350,000
Winchester Airport
Land Parcel 64-A-69 $235,000 A,B $235,000
Land Parcel 64-A-70, 64-A-71 $525,000 A,B $525,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-40 $175,000 A,B $175,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-51 $235,000 A,B $235,000
New General Avaiation Terminal $50,000 $380,000 $2,600,000 A,B $3,030,000
Northside Connector $300,000 $1,250,000 A,B $1,550,000
New Terminal Parking Lot $650,000 A,B $650,000
Land Parcel 64-A-66 $275,000 A,B $275,000
Land Parcel 64-A-67 $275,000 A,B $275,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-33A $175,000 A,B $175,000
Land Parcel 64-A-60 $275,000 A,B $275,000
Land Parcel 64-A-63 $275,000 A,B $275,000
Land Parcel 64-A-64 $275,000 A,B $275,000
Fuel Storage Facility $1,000,000 A,B $1,000,000
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Contributions Notes
Total Project
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Land Parcel 64B-A-47 $300,000 A,B $300,000
Land Parcel 64-A-49 $300,000 A,B $300,000
Land Parcel 64-A-50 $300,000 A,B $300,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-52 $300,000 A,B $300,000
Land Parcel 64-A-59 $300,000 A,B $300,000
North Side Svc Road $400,000 A,B $400,000
Taxiway "A" Relocation $200,000 $9,450,000 A,B $9,650,000
$0 $20,500,000
County Administration
Albin Citizens Center $16,000 $362,850 $378,850 $378,850
Relocation/Expansion Gore Site $16,000 $225,550 $225,550 $241,550
General Government Capital Expen $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 E $1,000,000
County/School Board
Administration Building TBD TBD E TBD
$216,000 $1,620,400
Fire & Rescue
Fire & Rescue Station #22 (277)$400,000 $1,500,000 $1,500,000 $3,400,000 $3,400,000
Fire & Rescue Station #22 (277) Apparatus $100,000 $805,000 $905,000 $905,000
Fire & Rescue Station #23 $550,000 $2,150,000 $1,000,000 $3,700,000 $3,700,000
Regional Training Center $75,000 $100,000 $1,250,000 $10,000,000 $19,750,000 $31,175,000 $31,175,000
Fire & Rescue Station #24 (Gainesboro)$250,000 $3,500,000 $3,750,000 $3,750,000
Station #15 (Round Hill) Relocation $494,000 $3,787,696 $4,281,696 E $4,281,696
Station #13 (Clearbrook) Relocation $33,000 $88,000 $4,275,000 $4,396,000 E $4,396,000
$1,002,000 $51,607,696
Fire & Rescue Company Capital Requests
Fire & Rescue Capital Equipment 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 E $1,000,000
* See Fire & Rescue Company Requests (<$100K)
Apparatus Ventilation System for Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$550,000 $550,000 C $550,000
Office and Living Quarters for Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$550,000 $550,000 C $550,000
Life Pack x3 for Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$100,000 $100,000 C $100,000
Rescue Engine Replacement for Middletown Vol. Fire & Rescue Co.$790,000 $790,000 C $790,000
North Mountain Fire & Rescue Co.Building Expansion $314,766 $314,766 C $314,766
$2,304,766 $2,304,766 $3,304,766
Total 307,656,646 $806,648,348
* Fire & Rescue Company Capital Equipment Requests (<$100K)
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THE CIP TABLE
CONTENT DESCRIPTIONS
The Capital Improvements Plan table, on the previous pages, contains a list of the capital
improvement projects proposed for the ensuing five years. A description of the
information in this table is explained below.
Department Priority- The priority rating assigned by each agency or department for
their requested projects.
Project Description- The name of the capital improvement projects.
County Contribution- The estimated dollar value that will be contributed for each
project. This value is listed by individual fiscal years and by total contributions over the
five-year period. The total contribution column, located to the right of the fiscal year
columns, does not include debt service projections.
Notes- Indicates the footnotes that apply to additional funding sources for particular
projects.
Total Project Costs- The cost for each project, including county allocations and other
funding sources.
PROJECT FUNDING
The projects included in the 2014-2015 Capital Improvements Plan have a total project
cost to the county of $806,648,348. While the CIP is primarily used to cover the next five
years, much of the project costs have been identified beyond the next five years.
• School projects are funded through a combination of loans from the
Virginia Public School Authority and the Virginia Literary Fund.
• Funding for Parks and Recreation Department projects will come from the
unreserved fund balance of the County. The Parks and Recreation
Commission will actively seek grants and private sources of funding for
projects not funded by the county.
• Airport projects will be funded by contributions from the federal, state,
and local governments. The local portion may include contributions from
Frederick, Clarke, Shenandoah, and Warren Counties, and the City of
Winchester.
• The inclusion of transportation projects to the CIP is in no way an
indication that Frederick County will be independently undertaking these
projects. Funding projects will continue to come from a combination of
state and federal funds, developer contributions, and revenue sharing.
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Frederick County Public Schools Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Replacement of Frederick County Middle School
Description: Frederick County Middle School opened in 1965. The school contains
96,701 square feet and has a program capacity of 730 students. Currently, the building
serves grades 6-8. The building is in passable condition; however, there are several
major areas of concern. The replacement Frederick County Middle School (FCMS)
project will have a program capacity of 850 students and will serve grades 6-8. It will
have a floor area of approximately 166,000 square feet and have land acreage of
approximately 35 acres. This project could be located in the western part of Frederick
County between Route 50 west and Route 522 north or in the eastern part of Frederick
County between Snowden Bridge and Route 50.
Capital Cost: $49,500,000
Justification: The replacement FCMS is listed as a priority project due to the near-term
need to renovate the current FCMS, including major infrastructure and items dealing with
ADA compliance. Further, replacement is the best option because of concern for the best
building configuration for the delivery of instruction and the location of the facility.
Construction Schedule: Construction will take 48 months.
PRIORITY 2
Robert E. Aylor Middle School Renovation
Description: Robert E. Aylor Middle School opened in 1969 and has served as a middle
school since that time. The school contains 113,643 square feet and has a program
capacity of 850 students. Currently, the building serves grades 6-8. The building is in
good condition; however, several major areas need to be addressed in a renovation.
Major areas of this renovation project include the following: additional classroom and
storage space, complete replacement of fire alarm and communication systems, roof
replacement, upgrade of electrical and plumbing, and complete replacement of
mechanical systems. Other areas to be addressed are security, repaving of asphalted
areas, and the installation of an emergency system.
Capital Cost: $25,000,000
Justification: Robert E. Aylor Middle School is soon to be 37 years of age and
renovations are needed to a number of different areas to ensure economic and efficient
operation of the school for years to come.
Construction Schedule: 48 Months
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PRIORITY 3
Fourth High School
Description: The fourth high school project will have a program capacity of 1,250
students and serve grades 9-12. The location of this project has been added to the
Comprehensive Plan’s Capital Project Map for the east side of Frederick County,
centered on Route 522. The facility will have a floor area of approximately 254,000
square feet and be located on approximately 80 areas of land.
Capital Cost: $70,000,000
Justification: This project will address expected growth in high school student
enrollment in the school division over the next several years. We project that enrollment
in the high schools by the fall of 2016 will be 4,252. Based on this projection, it is
necessary to construct the fourth high school in Frederick County to open in that time
frame. The location of this project is shown on the Comprehensive Policy Plan’s
Potential New School Locations Map.
Construction Schedule: Construction will take 54 months
PRIORITY 4
Sherando High School Parking Lot and Softball Field Improvements
Description: This project is being undertaken to address several traffic safety concerns
identified at Sherando High School over the years and equity issues (there is no softball
field at SHS). Traffic safety concerns have reached a level that we have completed two
studies of the site. Concerns exist for pedestrians, school buses, student drivers, parents,
and staff. Rearrangement of the site and the flow of traffic on the site is necessary to
address these needs.
Capital Cost: $5,000,000
Justification: This is a two-part project. For transportation safety, concerns exist on the
school site at Sherando High School during arrival and dismissal. The students, many of
their parents, and the staff necessary to serve them are exposed to these safety concerns
on a daily basis. The flow of traffic at arrival is so slow that at times vehicles back up
past Double Church Road. For the softball field, SHS does not have a softball field
onsite, instead using a softball field in neighboring Sherando Park. This represents an
equity issue between boys and girls sports. FCPS strives to attain equity between boys
and girls sports. Additionally, this is a Title IX issue.
Construction Schedule: 30 Months
PRIORITY 5
James Wood High School Renovation
Description: James Wood High School opened in 1980 and has served as a high school
since that time. The school contains 234,095 square feet and has a program capacity of
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1400 students. Currently, the building serves grades 9-12. The building is in good
condition; however, several major areas need to be addressed in a renovation. Major
areas to be included in this renovation project are increased electrical service and
distribution to support technology, technology cabling, hardware and its installation,
upgrade of plumbing and mechanical systems, and modification of instructional areas to
support instructional delivery.
Capital Cost: $10,000,000
Justification: Updating the facility will assist the school division in meeting the
community needs for the citizens and high school student in the James Wood High
School attendance zone.
Construction Schedule: 36 Months
PRIORITY 6
Elementary School #12
Description: This is a single-story elementary school with a floor area of approximately
100,000 square feet located on 15 acres. The facility will be designed to accommodate a
student membership of 850.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: This project will address anticipated growth in student enrollment in the
school division over the next several years. It is anticipated that student enrollment will
increase at all levels. A projection using cohort migration shows enrollment in the
elementary schools by the fall of 2020 to be 6,452. Based on this projection,
implementation of full-day kindergarten, and renovations at Apple Pie Ridge and Bass-
Hoover Elementary Schools, it will be necessary to construct the 12th elementary school
in Frederick County to open in that time frame. This school will be located in an area to
relieve overcrowding and to accommodate expected new housing development.
Locations for this project are on the Comprehensive Plan’s Potential New School
Locations Map and could be placed on one of the two currently proffered pieces of
property (Villages of Artrip or Snowden Bridge).
Construction Schedule: Construction will take 42 months.
PRIORITY 7
Armel Elementary School Addition
Description: Armel Elementary School opened in 1991 and currently has a program
capacity of 662 students. Currently, the building serves grades K-5. The building is in
good condition; however, several major areas need to be addressed. Renovations to the
existing portion of the building will address several major issues, including classroom
storage, ADA compliance, energy conservation, security, and upgrades of fire alarm,
electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. A building addition will be needed to
maintain program capacity.
Capital Cost: $TBD
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Justification: Armel Elementary School is ?? years old and nearing design life of much
of the infrastructure. Renovation to a number of areas and an addition are needed to
ensure the effective, economical, and efficient delivery of modern instruction at this
school.
Construction Schedule: 30 Months
PRIORITY 8
Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School Phase 2 Renovations
Description: Currently, the building serves grades K-5. The building is in good
condition; however, several major areas need to be addressed. These items will be
addressed in two phases. The first phase, kindergarten renovation, was completed this
summer. In the second phase, a renovation of the remaining facility will be completed.
Several of the major issues to be addressed in this renovation include open classroom
space, ADA compliance, energy conservation, security, and upgrades of fire alarm,
electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School is over 30 years old and renovation is
needed to a number of areas to ensure the economical and efficient operations of the
school for years to come.
Construction Schedule: 36 Months
PRIORITY 9
County/School Board Administration Building
Description: This new project consists of a County/School Board Administration
Building, to be located generally in the County’s Urban Development Area.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: The inclusion of this capital facility will allow for improvements to
general governmental facilities and services for the benefit of the residents of Frederick
County and will meet the increasing need for office space, meeting space, and
government services in an accessible location.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 10
Bass Hoover Elementary School Phase 2 Renovations
Description: Currently, Bass-Hoover serves grades K-5. The building is in good
condition, but several major issues need to be addressed. Renovation of the remaining
facility will be completed. Several of the major issues to be addressed in this renovation
include open classroom space, ADA compliance, energy conservation, security, and
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upgrades of fire alarm, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. A building addition
will be needed to maintain program capacity.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: These renovations are needed to a number of areas to insure economic and
efficient operation of the schools for years to come and to accommodate a full day
kindergarten program.
Construction Schedule: 30 Months
PRIORITY 11
Indian Hollow Elementary School Addition and Renovation
Description: Indian Hollow Elementary School opened in 1988. The school contains
59,065 square feet and has a program capacity of 492 students. Indian Hollow is our
smallest elementary school building. Currently, the building serves grades K-5. The
building is in good condition; however, several major areas need to be addressed.
Renovations to the existing portion of the building will address several major issues,
including classroom storage, ADA compliance, energy conservation, security, and
upgrades of fire alarm, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. A building
addition will be needed to maintain program capacity.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: Indian Hollow Elementary School is 24 years old and nearing design life
of much of the infrastructure. The school was built without classroom storage.
Renovation to a number of areas and an addition are needed to ensure the effective,
economical, and efficient delivery of modern instruction at this school.
Construction Schedule: 30 Months
PRIORITY 12
Fifth Middle School
Description: The new fifth middle school project will have a program capacity of 850
students and serve grades 6-8. This project has been located on the Comprehensive
Policy Plan’s Potential New School Locations Map. The facility will have a floor area of
approximately 166,000 square feet and be located on approximately 35 acres of land.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: This project will address growth in student enrollment in the school
division over the next several years. It is anticipated that student enrollment will increase
at all levels. A projection using cohort migration shows enrollment in the middle schools
by the fall of 2021 to be 3,284. Middle school program capacity is 3,280. The
replacement FCMS will increase capacity by 120. We anticipate that student population
growth will necessitate construction of the fifth middle school in Frederick County by the
fall of 2025. As shown on the Comprehensive Plan’s Potential New School Locations
Map, the location of this project previously has been in the eastern part of Frederick
County between Route 7 and Route 50 east. With reconsideration of the location of the
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replacement FCMS, the fifth middle school potentially could be located between Route
522 north and Route 50 west.
Construction Schedule: Construction will take 48 months.
PRIORITY 13
Elementary School #13
Description: This is a single-story elementary school with a floor area of approximately
100,000 square feet located on 15 acres. The facility will be designed to accommodate a
student membership of 750. The outdoor facilities will include three pods of grade-level
appropriate playground equipment, one asphalt play area, one softball field, and a
physical education field. This facility will meet or exceed all Virginia Department of
Education new construction requirements for K-5 elementary schools.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: Significant residential growth in Frederick County is expected to resume
once the economy recovers, with the result that school enrollment is expected to exceed
program capacity in FY 2019-20.
Construction Schedule: Construction will take 42 months.
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Parks & Recreation Department Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Baseball Field Lighting Upgrade
Description: Upgrade the ballfield lighting at both Clearbrook and Sherando Parks
Baseball facilities. The upgrade would involve the removal of the 30/20 FC (footcandle)
level fixtures, lamps, and wood poles and replace with 50/30 FC (footcandle) level
fixtures, lamps and steel poles on (4) four fields at Clearbrook Park and (4) four fields at
Sherando Park. This upgrade is required by Little League International on all little
league fields.
Capital Cost: $1,300,000
Justification: This project will provide recreational opportunities for the Clearbrook
Park and Sherando Park service area which includes all county residents. Park visitation
at the two district parks exceeds 425,000 annually and is growing. The field lighting
fixtures are over 25 years old and the majority of the poles are over 35 years old. With
the decrease in the quality of lighting with the age of the system, with most of the poles
being warped and decayed and in need of replacement and to achieve the recommended
50/30 FC (footcandle) level on the playing surface, the Commission is recommending
these facilities be upgraded.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15
PRIORITY 2
Swimming Pool Improvements – Sherando/Clearbrook
Description: Upgrade the outdoor swimming pools at both Clearbrook and Sherando
Parks. Upgrade would involve the removal of the diving boards and the installation of
one 50' water slide and one 75' water slide at each pool. The upgrade would also include
the addition of a spray ground with 10-12 features at each pool.
Capital Cost: $1,251,000
Justification: This project is expected to increase pool attendance by 30 percent while
providing recreational opportunities for both the Sherando and Clearbrook Park service
areas.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15.
PRIORITY 3
Access Road with Parking and Trails- Sherando Park
Description: This project involves the development of an entrance and 1,800 linear feet
of access roadway from Warrior Drive; a 100 space parking area; and 2.8 miles of trails.
Capital Cost: $1,540,000
Justification: This facility will provide recreational opportunities for the Sherando Park
service area and the entire Frederick County community. The development of this
facility will reduce the needs gap between the number of existing passive recreational
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areas and the number required to meet the minimum standards established for the service
area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15.
PRIORITY 4
Abrams Creek Greenway Trail
Description: 10’ wide asphalt multi-use bicycle/pedestrian trail along Abrams Creek
from Senseny Road to Channing Drive. It is estimated that the trail will have (3) three
bridges (stream crossings) and will be approximately 2.6 miles in length.
Capital Cost: $1,252,558
Justification: This facility would provide recreational opportunities for residents of this
corridor along with the surrounding communities. This project will provide trails with
bicycle, walking and joggings opportunities, which ranks #1 in the 2007 Virginia
Outdoors Plan survey for all outdoor recreational activities.
Construction Schedule: FY 14-15.
PRIORITY 5
Lake, Parking, and Trail Development with two Multi-purpose Fields
Description: This project involves the development of a 12 acre lake; 1.5 mile trail
system around the lake; 800 linear feet of access roadway; lighted parking lot with 125
spaces; and development of two irrigated 70x120 yard multi-purpose fields.
Capital Cost: $1,360,610
Justification: This facility will provide recreational opportunities for the Sherando Park
service area and the entire Frederick County community. The development of this
facility will reduce the needs gap between the number of existing passive recreational
areas and the number required to meet the minimum standards established for the service
area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16.
PRIORITY 6
Community Parks (5)
Description: Acquisition of Parkland; 60 acres
Capital Cost: $2,694,306
Justification: To reduce the gap between the amount of existing parkland and the
amount of parkland needed to meet the minimum standard for our service area, as
recommended by the Virginia Outdoors Plan. The project meets policy recommendations
for the development of parks and recreation facilities, insuring that adequate and
appropriate open space and recreational facilities are provided.
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Construction Schedule: FY 17-18.
PRIORITY 7
Neighborhood Parks (3)
Description: Acquisition of Parkland; 20 acres
Capital Cost: $447,928
Justification: To reduce the gap between the amount of existing parkland and the
amount of parkland needed to meet the minimum standard for our service area, as
recommended by the Virginia Outdoors Plan. The project meets policy recommendations
for the development of parks and recreation facilities, insuring that adequate and
appropriate open space and recreational facilities are provided.
Construction Schedule: FY 17-18.
PRIORITY 8
Indoor Aquatic Facility – Competitive/Training/Leisure Pool
Description: This facility would house competitive, instructional, and leisure pools with
an office, adequate storage and locker rooms and would need approximately 10 acres to
construct. This facility should be located on property owned or proffered to the County.
The above pools may be constructed in one facility, separated into multiple facilities, or
collocated with other compatible uses should opportunities arise, reducing the acreage
demand.
Capital Cost: $15,163,000
Justification: There are no public indoor public pools in Frederick County. By
constructing the indoor pool, it would permit the department to meet competition needs,
instructional needs, citizen programming and leisure demands as well as provide a
nucleus to attract new businesses to the community. This facility would be available to
all area residents. The construction of this project will provide a facility to offer
competitive scholastic programs and year round recreational programming for the
residents of Frederick County. The Indoor Pool facility should be located in an area
convenient to the major transportation corridors of the county. However, as an
alternative, one of the two county regional parks could be used to house the facility, since
these locations are already identified as centers for recreation programs and activities.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15.
PRIORITY 9
Park Land - Eastern Frederick County
Description: Parkland acquisition in the eastern portion of the county.
Capital Cost: $4,490,510
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Justification: A new 150-200 acre regional park would be utilized by the entire county
population. The park would be located in the primary growth center of Frederick County,
within the existing urban development area and the approved Southern Frederick Land
Use Plan, which consists of 1,200 acres of new residences. This project would reduce the
gap between the amount of existing parkland and the amount of parkland needed to meet
the minimum standard for the Frederick County service area, as recommended by the
Virginia Outdoors Plan.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15.
PRIORITY 10
Park Land – Western Frederick County
Description: Parkland acquisition in the western portion of the county.
Capital Cost: $3,367,728
Justification: A new 150-200 acre regional park would be utilized by the entire county
population. This project would reduce the gap between the amount of existing parkland
and the amount of parkland needed to meet the minimum standard for the Frederick
County service area, as recommended by the Virginia Outdoors Plan. The location of
this project would provide parkland to create more accessible recreational facilities to
residents in western Frederick County.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15
PRIORITY 11
District Parks (Northeast and Southwest)
Description: Acquisition of Parkland; 200 acres
Capital Cost: $7,858,238
Justification: To reduce the gap between the amount of existing parkland and the
amount of parkland needed to meet the minimum standard for our service area, as
recommended by the Virginia Outdoors Plan. The project meets policy recommendations
for the development of parks and recreation facilities, insuring that adequate and
appropriate open space and recreational facilities are provided.
Construction Schedule: FY 17-18.
PRIORITY 12
Picnic Area- Sherando Park
Description: This project includes a restroom/concession area; four picnic shelters;
playground area; access paths; parking; and landscaping.
Capital Cost: $804,243
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Justification: These facilities would be used by the residents of Sherando Park service
area. This area of the county is growing and is deficient in passive recreational
opportunities. This development is needed to reduce the gap between the number of
existing facilities and the minimum standards for the Sherando Park service area and
southeastern Frederick County.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17.
PRIORITY 13
Indoor Ice Rink
Description: The Ice Rink project would be approximately 40,000 square feet and
include an indoor area large enough to accommodate a single 200’ x 85’ ice rink, locker
rooms, party/meeting rooms, and concession area and would need approximately 10 acres
to construct. This facility should be located on property owned or proffered to the
County. The ice rink may be collocated with other compatible uses should opportunities
arise, reducing the acreage demand.
Capital Cost: $6,000,000
Justification: There are no public indoor ice rinks in Frederick County and county
residents currently must travel over one hour to use an indoor ice facility. By
constructing the indoor ice rink, it would permit the department to meet competition
needs, instructional needs, citizen programming and leisure demands as well as provide a
nucleus to attract new businesses to the community. This facility would be available to
all area residents. The construction of this project will provide a facility to offer year
round recreational programming for the residents of Frederick County. This project is
intended to meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2012 Frederick County
Parks and Recreation Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: FY 16-17.
PRIORITY 14
Multi-Generational Community Center
Description: The project involves building a 44,000 square foot facility that would
contain an indoor track and at least two basketball courts. The court area would be
designed to be used by indoor soccer, baseball, softball, wrestling, volleyball, tennis and
badminton. The area could also be used for special events. Additionally, the project
would house a fitness center, multi-purpose rooms, office, storage, and locker rooms.
Capital Cost: $8,802,605
Justification: This facility would give the Parks and Recreation Department the ability
to offer year round recreational programming to the residents of Frederick County. The
department can no longer meet the programming and facility needs of the County
residents.
Construction Schedule: FY 16-17.
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PRIORITY 15
Open Play Area – Clearbrook
Description: This project includes development of a picnic shelter; six horseshoe pits; a
volleyball court; croquet turf; shuffleboard; parking; refurbishing the existing concession
stand; landscaping (14 shade trees); peripheral work; and renovations to existing shelters,
restrooms, access paths, and parking areas on the south side of the lake.
Capital Cost: $478,565
Justification: These facilities will provide recreational opportunities for the Clearbrook
Park Service Area which will lessen the disparity between the number of passive
recreational areas needed to meet the minimum standards for this service area.
Clearbrook Park offers the best location for this development.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16.
PRIORITY 16
Soccer Complex- Sherando Park
Description: Soccer field - 210' x 360' artificial grass surface with goals. Access paths -
1500 LF; 10' wide; asphalt paved. Restroom/concession - 820 SF; masonry with concrete
roof deck; full concession hookup. Plaza - 22,000 SF; 50% paved/50% planted; kiosk.
Picnic shelters (1) - 24' x 24': 6 picnic tables each; concrete pad; wood frame structure;
asphalt shingles. 12 sets of bleachers. Landscaping - 90 shade trees. Lighting - 1 field
(210' x 360')
Capital Cost: $1,121,998
Justification: This facility would be used by the entire Frederick County area. In
addition to its use as a recreational facility, the soccer complex will also be used by the
Frederick County school system. To reduce the gap between the number of existing
soccer fields and the number of fields which are needed to meet the minimum standard
for our service area. Sherando Park, currently owned by Frederick County, represents the
very best location for soccer field development. The fact that the county will not have to
acquire property for this facility means that the most costly aspect of this development
has already been completed. Sherando Park also provides a location that is situated in
the fastest growing area of the county and is adjacent to the new county high school.
With joint use of facilities between the park and school system, the construction of
additional soccer fields will benefit both agencies.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16.
PRIORITY 17
Softball Complex- Sherando Park
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Description: Softball fields (2) - 300' radius, fully fenced, backstop, four 50 person
bleachers per field, lighted concrete poles 30/20 FC, concrete deck. Access Road - 500
LF. Parking - 153 spaces, asphalt paved with curbed islands and drop off; line markings
and 6 security lights. Landscaping - 100 shade trees; pine screen. Peripheral Work -
General seeding - 1 acre; miscellaneous signage.
Capital Cost: $671,062
Justification: This facility would provide recreational opportunities for the entire county
population, as well as the Frederick County School System. Presently, there are ten
softball and baseball fields within the county’s regional park system. Eight of the
existing fields must serve a dual purpose of facilitating youth baseball, as well as adult
softball programs. With the increased usage of these fields, it has become increasingly
difficult to facilitate these programs. This project is needed in order for the Parks and
Recreation Department to accommodate the existing demand for youth baseball and adult
softball programs.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15.
PRIORITY 18
Tennis/Basketball Complex- Clearbrook Park
Description: This project includes the development of four tennis courts; two basketball
courts; a shelter; access paths; parking; and landscaping.
Capital Cost: $526,355
Justification: These facilities will be available to all county residents. Currently, there
are no tennis courts or basketball courts in the Clearbrook Park Service Area. Clearbrook
Park is utilized by over 180,000 visitors annually; therefore, these facilities are needed.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17.
PRIORITY 19
Skateboard Park - Sherando Park
Description: This project recommends the development of a skateboard bowl; a half
pipe; an open skate area; vehicle parking; an access road; fencing; and landscaping.
Capital Cost: $513,089
Justification: This facility will enable the County to provide a recreational facility that
has been identified in the County Comprehensive Plan for recreational facility
development.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16.
PRIORITY 20
Shelter/Stage Seating- Clearbrook Park
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Description: This project includes the development of a shelter with a performance
stage; refurbishing existing restrooms and access paths; and renovations to the lake.
Capital Cost: $508,402
Justification: This facility would be used by the entire county population. Presently,
there are no facilities to accommodate cultural programs within the county’s park system.
This project is needed to provide a facility for cultural activities.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17.
PRIORITY 21
Fleet Trip Vehicles
Description: The Parks and Recreation Department needs to upgrade the current vehicle
fleet to offer a comprehensive package of trips for Frederick County citizen’s recreation
needs. The addition of the below vehicles would replace the current 1994 bus and 1999
van. These are necessary to adequately offer trip packages and provide reliable
transportation for program participants. Bus #1 – 40-50 Passenger Bus, Bus #2 – 30-40
Passenger Bus, Van #1 – 12 Passenger Van
Capital Cost: $290,000
Justification: To offer a comprehensive package of trips where the population of
Frederick County could begin to rely on the Parks and Recreation Department to meet
their trip needs.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 13-14
PRIORITY 22
Maintenance Compound and Office – Sherando Park
Description: This project involves the construction of a 1,200 square-foot office and a
3,200 square-foot storage shed for operation at Sherando Park.
Capital Cost: $374,310
Justification: This facility will enable the county to maintain its equipment and facilities
in a more responsible and effective manner. Also, with the additional responsibility of
maintaining all outdoor facilities at Sherando High School, Armel Elementary School,
Orchard View Elementary School, Bass-Hoover Elementary School, Middletown
Elementary School, R. E. Aylor Middle School, Admiral Byrd Middle School, Evendale
Elementary School, and the Public Safety Facility there is a need for more storage,
maintenance and office space. Sherando Park, currently owned by Frederick County,
will provide the best location for the development of this maintenance facility. Since the
maintenance equipment, staff and facility is needed to serve as a maintenance function
for Sherando Park=s grounds and facilities, this project should be located at Sherando
Park.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16.
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Handley Regional Library Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Bowman Library Parking Lot and Sidewalk Extension
Description: The parking lot addition is completed. Phase 2, a sidewalk at Bowman
Library, has been revised to reflect Frederick County’s emphasis on complete streets. A
10-foot-wide, 640-linear-foot shared use path will provide a safe means for people to
reach Bowman Library by foot or bicycle from Lakeside Drive.
Capital Cost: $42,880
Justification: In 2010/2011, 135,532 individuals entered the Bowman Library. The
Library serves all age groups from very young children to senior citizens and provides
recreational and education materials for them. The library is a favorite location for
families to visit together and serves many children and adults when they are working on
school assignments or self-improvement. The library supplies computer access for word
processing and other office applications and for Internet usage. The Bowman Library has
proved very popular with children and families. Children from the Lakeside Drive side
of the Library often bicycle or walk to the library. If they bicycle, they ride on Tasker
Road where the traffic often goes faster than the 45 mph speed limit. If they walk, they
can walk across the field between the library and Lakeside Drive, and many children
jump the drainage ditch, rather than walk to the corner where it is easy to get across.
Mothers, who want to walk, complain they have to walk on Tasker Road, where there is
no sidewalk, when they have children in strollers. There is a bicycle rack near the
entrance to the library.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY14-15 (3-6 Months)
PRIORITY 2
Northern Frederick County – Gainesboro Library Branch
Description: Construction of a 7,000 to 10,000 sq.ft. branch library. Either as a
standalone facility or co-located with a planned Frederick County Facility (e.g. the new
middle school). Initial parking should be for at least 50 vehicles. The proposed location
would be on Rt. 522 in the Gainesboro district, but this could change depending on
patterns of library use and on whether donated land could be located or if co-located with
a Frederick County project already in the early planning stage.
Capital Cost: $2,279,575
Justification: This branch would serve citizens living in this growing area. In 2010-
2011 Frederick County citizens of all ages checked out 481,244 items. 38,321 Frederick
County residents have library cards and averaged 63.1% of all materials checked out of
the regional system. 2,743 Frederick County residents, adults and children, registered for
library cards for the first time in 2000-2011. Of Frederick County residents over five
years of age (when you can get a library card), approximately 52% of the total have
library cards. This population group is not close to a library in the regional system. The
Library will provide materials and programming for patrons from toddlers to senior
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citizens. It will provide recreational and educational materials. It will be a prime source
for homework help since it will be open nights and on weekends when school libraries
are closed. The library will supply computer access for word processing and other office
applications and for Internet usage. There will be a meeting room of 425 square feet in
which area groups can meet.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
PRIORITY 3
Frederick County Library Branch – Senseny/Greenwood
Description: Construction of a 10,000 sq.ft. branch library with expansion possible to
15,000 square feet. Initial parking should be for a minimum of 35 vehicles. The
proposed location is yet to be determined and is dependent on future development. The
first step of the project would be the acquisition of the land of 5 to 8 acres.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: This branch would serve citizens living in this growing area. In 2010-
2011 Frederick County citizens of all ages checked out 481,244 items. 38,321 Frederick
County residents have library cards and averaged 63.1% of all materials checked out of
the regional system. 2,743 Frederick County residents, adults and children, registered for
library cards for the first time in 2000-2011. Of Frederick County residents over five
years of age (when you can get a library card), approximately 52% of the total have
library cards. This population group is not close to a library in the regional system. This
area also lacks a community center that a library with meeting room could help fill this
need. The Library will provide materials and programming for patrons from toddlers to
senior citizens. It will provide recreational and educational materials. It will be a prime
source for homework help since it will be open nights and on weekends when school
libraries are closed. The library will supply computer access for word processing and
other office applications and for Internet usage. There will be a meeting room of 425
square feet in which area groups can meet.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 4
Frederick County Library Branch- Route 522 South
Description: Construction of a 7,000 sq.ft. branch library with expansion possible to
10,000 square feet. Initial parking should be for a minimum of 35 vehicles. The
proposed location is yet to be determined and is dependent on future development. The
first step of the project would be the acquisition of the land of 3 to 4 acres.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: This population group is not close to a library in the regional system. This
area also lacks a community center that a library with meeting room could help fill this
need. The Library will provide materials and programming for patrons from toddlers to
senior citizens. It will provide recreational and educational materials. It will be a prime
source for homework help since it will be open nights and on weekends when school
libraries are closed. The library will supply computer access for word processing and
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other office applications and for Internet usage. There will be a meeting room of 425
square feet in which area groups can meet.
Construction Schedule: TBD
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Transportation Committee Project Priority List
Funded Priorities
PRIORITY 1
Interstate 81, Exit 310 Improvements
Description: Construct improvements to Exit 310 interchange.
Capital Cost: $48,000,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in many areas of the County and address coming development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 2
Route 277 Widening and Safety Improvements (Ph 1)
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at I-81 and continuing to
Sherando Park. Project would include realignment of Aylor Road to align with Stickley
Drive.
Capital Cost: $40,000,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in the Southern Frederick area and address development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: 2013-2017
PRIORITY 3
East Tevis Street Extension and Bridge over I-81
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at Route 522 and going west
approximately 0.2 miles to connect to the road network being constructed by the Russell
150 development. Project includes bridge over Interstate 81.
Capital Cost: $6,000,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in many areas of the County and address development to the surrounding area. The
location is as identified by joint planning efforts between the county, VDOT, and the
developer.
Construction Schedule: TBD
Unfunded Priorities
PRIORITY 4
Planning, Engineering, Right of Way and Construction Work for Route 37
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Description: This project would be to continue work on the Eastern Route 37 extension.
More specifically, to update the Environmental Impact Statement to the point of a new
Record of Decision and to update the 1992 design plans to address the current alignment,
engineering guidelines, and possible interchange improvements. In addition, this allows
for advanced engineering, right of way purchase and construction.
Capital Cost: $300,000,000 +
Justification: This project moves the County closer to completion of a transportation
improvement that would benefit the entire county and surrounding localities.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 5
Interstate 81, Exit 307 Relocation
Description: Construct a relocated Exit 307 interchange.
Capital Cost: $60,000,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in many areas of the County and address coming development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 6
Route 277 Widening and Safety Improvements (Ph 2)
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at I-81 and continuing to
Sherando Park. Project would include realignment of Aylor Road to align with Stickley
Drive.
Capital Cost: $15,000,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in the Southern Frederick area and address development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: 2013-2017
PRIORITY 7
Redbud Road Realignment
Description: Realign Redbud Road from its current location through development land
in the vicinity of Route 11 north and Snowden Bridge Boulevard.
Capital Cost: $2,500,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will have significant impact on
Eastern Frederick County. This project is identified in the adopted Eastern Road Plan.
Construction Schedule: TBD
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PRIORITY 8
Warrior Drive Extension
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at Route 277 where Warrior
Drive intersects from the north and continuing that roadway south and west to intersect
with I-81 at the location of the relocated Exit 307 interchange.
Capital Cost: $23,200,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
in the Southern Frederick area and address development to the surrounding areas.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 9
Channing Drive Extension
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at Senseny Road where
Channing Drive intersects from the north and continuing that roadway south to intersect
with Route 50 East at Independence Drive.
Capital Cost: $20,600,000
Justification: This project has been identified in the Eastern Road Plan, and will address
congestion in Eastern Frederick County and address development to the surrounding
areas.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 10
Brucetown Road/Hopewell Road Alignment and Intersection Improvements
Description: Realign Brucetown Road to meet Hopewell Road at Route 11.
Improvements to this intersection will address comprehensive planned development’s
traffic generation in the area.
Capital Cost: $3,000,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will have significant impact on
the Route 11 corridor. The location is identified by joint planning efforts between the
county and VDOT.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 11
Widening of Route 11 North to the West Virginia State Line
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Description: Improve Route 11 to a divided 4 and 6-lane facility as detailed in the
Eastern Road Plan.
Capital Cost: $47,800,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
over a large area of the County and address development to the surrounding area. This
project improves the safety for the traveling public by reducing congestion and improving
the flow of traffic.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 12
Senseny Road Widening
Description: Widen Senseny Road to a 4-lane divided roadway. This project is not
dependent upon, but is being coordinated with the implementation of Route 37, Channing
Drive, and development in the area.
Capital Cost: $22,800,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will have significant impact on
Eastern Frederick County. This project is identified in the adopted Eastern Road Plan.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 13
Inverlee Way
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at Senseny Road and going
south to Route 50 East. This project is being planned in conjunction with improvements
to Senseny Road and surrounding development.
Capital Cost: $10,200,000
Justification: This is a regional transportation improvement that will address congestion
and provide an additional needed link between Senseny Road and Route 50 East.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 14
Fox Drive
Description: Add additional turning lane(s) to Fox Drive where it intersects with Route
522 North.
Capital Cost: $250,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will address congestion at this
intersection.
Construction Schedule: TBD
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PRIORITY 15
Renaissance Drive, Phase 2
Description: Construct a connector road between Route 11 and Shady Elm Drive.
Capital Cost: $2,000,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will address congestion at key
points along Route 11 and Apple Valley Dr. This project is identified in Secondary Road
Improvements Plan.
Construction Schedule: Phase I construction was recently completed.
PRIORITY 16
Frederick County Eastern Road Plan
Description: This project is intended to address all of the planned transportation
improvements in the County Comprehensive Plan, Eastern Road Plan that are not noted
individually above.
Capital Cost: $TBD
Justification: This project prepares the county for future development by addressing the
projects needed to support that development in a manner consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
Construction Schedule: N/A
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Winchester Regional Airport Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Maintenance Facility
Description: Construction of a maintenance equipment and storage facility.
Capital Cost: $550,000
Justification: This project is necessary to improve the conditions and the lead time
required to access the equipment in case of an emergency.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 13-14
PRIORITY 2
Taxiway (A) Relocation
Description: The relocation of Taxiway (1) is part of the overall Airport upgrade to
meet safety design standards for a Group III airport. This relocation will improve the
serviceability and safety of the Airport in regards to ground operations for larger aircraft.
Capital Cost: $14,284,210
Justification: The relocation of Taxiway (1) is necessary to increase the Airport’s ability
to accommodate larger aircraft. This project also will improve the serviceability of the
Airport in regards to ground traffic.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 13-14
PRIORITY 3
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64B-A-51
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 49 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $275,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17+
PRIORITY 4
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64B-A-40
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Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 49 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $175,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17+
PRIORITY 5
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 70
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 70 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $225,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 13-14
PRIORITY 6
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 71
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 71 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $225,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 13-14
PRIORITY 7
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Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 69
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 69 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $235,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 13-14
PRIORITY 8
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 66
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 66 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary s urfaces.
Capital Cost: $268,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15
PRIORITY 9
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 67
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 67 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $268,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15
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PRIORITY 10
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 64
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 64 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $250,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
PRIORITY 11
New General Aviation Terminal Construction
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport proposes to construct a new general
aviation terminal building. The new facility will be constructed in a new location slightly
east of the existing terminal building.
Capital Cost: $2,500,000
Justification: Since its opening in the early 1990s, the general aviation terminal building for
the Winchester Regional Airport has had only limited interior work completed. Interior
repairs are necessary due to extensive usage and some damage from water leaking from the
roof prior to its replacement in the Spring of 2006 by necessity. The heating and cooling
systems are approaching 25 years in age and are nearing the end of their useful life. The
exterior of the terminal building is made from Drivet that has failed in many areas and is
generally in fair to poor condition. In addition, the windows are not energy efficient and
several of the window seals have failed. In 2008, a study was completed to examine needs
and costs to renovate the existing terminal building. After review of the study, the WRAA
determined it would be more economical to build a new energy efficient building slightly east
of the existing terminal. The proposed location of the project will allow enough room to build
out a new transient apron during the taxiway relocation project.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15
PRIORITY 12
Expand Terminal Parking lot
Description: Expand and rehabilitate the existing auto parking at the terminal building.
Capital Cost: $650,000
Justification: Portions of the existing parking lot will be removed as part of the
demolishing of the terminal building.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
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PRIORITY 13
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 63
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 63 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $250,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
PRIORITY 14
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 60
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 60 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 15-16
PRIORITY 15
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 59
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 59 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
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Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17
PRIORITY 16
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 52
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 52 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 16-17
PRIORITY 17
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 50
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 50 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17+
PRIORITY 18
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 49
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 49 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $250,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
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safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17+
PRIORITY 19
Land Acquisition – Bufflick Road – Parcels 64 A 47
Description: The Winchester Regional Airport Authority proposes to acquire parcel 64
A 47 on Bufflick Road. This parcel is critical to airport development because a portion is
located within or near the airport primary surfaces.
Capital Cost: $300,000
Justification: Under the FAA part 77 Surface Requirements and the Code of Virginia
15.2, the airport is required to own fee simple property located within the primary
surfaces. There are currently more than 120 based aircraft at the Winchester Regional
Airport. The owners and passengers of these aircraft will have the benefit of increased
safety on the airport once the parcels are acquired and vertical obstructions are
minimized.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17+
PRIORITY 20
Fuel Storage Facility
Description: Construction of a maintenance equipment and storage facility.
Capital Cost: $1,000,000
Justification: This project is necessary to improve the conditions and the lead time
required to access the equipment in case of an emergency.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 13-14
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County Administration Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Albin Convenience Site Relocation
Description: The relocation of the Albin citizens’ convenience site to property located
within the Sunnyside/Albin community is planned for the FY 14/15. Design work will be
completed in FY 13/14. A fenced, two-acre site will be constructed along North
Frederick Pike on county-owned property in close proximity to the existing site located
on Indian Hollow Road, ideally on a portion of the current FCPS bus garage property.
This project will require several months to complete and include fencing, earthwork,
retaining wall, electric, equipment, lighting, paving and landscaping.
Capital Cost: $374,850
Justification: During August of 2011 a total of 13,343 residents visited the Albin
facility, according to a site survey. The refuse site serves a geographic area extending
from Sunnyside and the Cedar Creek Grade westward to Gainesboro. The total number of
vehicles using the site, an average of 513 a day, increased by 11 percent between 2008
and 2010. The latest figure represents another 24 percent increase over the previous year.
Weekends are the busiest at Albin when up to 550 residents use the facility on Saturdays.
As trash disposal and the resulting traffic continue to increase at the facility, the present
infrastructure will be unable to safely handle the burden. During the holidays, the site
requires two site attendants in order to move traffic as quickly as possible. However, lines
still back out onto Indian Hollow Road, a hazard noted several times by the Sheriff’s
Office. For residents living between Cedar Creek Grade and Apple Pie Ridge, curbside
pickup is expensive, prompting heavy utilization of the convenience center which attracts
a mix of users from the suburbs and rural community. It is also becoming obviously that
residents in the Gainesboro area are foregoing that facility in favor of the Albin location.
Transient university students from the townhouse community also utilize the recycling
facilities.
Construction Schedule: Start in FY 14-15
PRIORITY 2
Gore Refuse Site Relocation/Expansion
Description: The project will expand refuse collection capacity in the Gore community
by installing a surplus trash compactor. With the relocation of the Gainesboro and Albin
sites and purchase of new equipment, there will be an available compactor. Installation of
a compactor at Gore will drive down collection costs at the site where trash is now
collected in 10 8-yard boxes. In order to accomplish this, and account for improved
traffic flow and the construction of necessary concrete walls, the site will be expanded
onto an adjoining parcel owned by the county.
Capital Cost: $225,350
Justification: This project would also provide much-needed capacity during heavy flow
times such as weekends and holidays. All 10 containers now on site fill to capacity during
Saturday afternoons and during the Sunday shift when up to 189 vehicles visit the
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facility. A 40-yard roll-off is placed at the site during the Christmas holidays to provide
for increased trash generation. An upgraded site would meet the future solid waste
demands of a growing community.
Construction Schedule: Start in FY 15-16
PRIORITY 3
General Government Capital Expenditures
Description: This new project consists of a revolving fund in the amount of $1,000,000
for the benefit of General Governmental Capital Expenditures. It is the intention of this
capital expenditure fund to be for the purpose of purchasing capital equipment for
governmental agencies and to allow for improvements to general governmental facilities.
Such expenditures may be less than the established $100,000 departmental threshold. It
was determined that the inclusion of such a project would be beneficial in ensuring that
this significant capital expense is identified in the County’s capital planning and budget
process. This project is for the benefit of the County Governmental Entities participating
in the CIP but does not include individual Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies.
Capital Cost: $1,000,000
Justification: The inclusion of this capital expenditure fund for the purpose of
purchasing capital equipment for governmental agencies and to allow for improvements
to general governmental facilities will enable the County to meet the requirements of the
Code of Virginia with regards to the collection and disbursement of cash proffers
accepted on behalf of the governmental entities.
Construction Schedule: N/A
PRIORITY 4
County/School Board Administration Building
Description: This new project consists of a County/School Board Administration
Building, to be located generally in the County’s Urban Development Area.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: The inclusion of this capital facility will allow for improvements to
general governmental facilities and services for the benefit of the residents of Frederick
County and will meet the increasing need for office space, meeting space, and
government services in an accessible location.
Construction Schedule: TBD
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Fire & Rescue Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1
Fire & Rescue Station #22 / Annex Facilities (Route 277)
Description: Construct a two bay Fire and Rescue Station with satellite Sheriff’s office
and County office space for treasure, commissioner of the revenue, and BOS office with
meeting room. The station will be located in the area of Fairfax Pike, White Oak Road,
and Tasker Road to provide service for the heavy growth area east of Stephens City. An
approximate three-acre site will be needed to accommodate this facility. The fire station
will be approximately a 10,000 sq ft facility to house an engine and ambulance. Those
who would occupy the facility will determine the size of the satellite offices. This facility
is specifically identified in the Route 277 Triangle and Urban Center Land Use Plan
approved in 2008.
Capital Cost: $3,400,000
Justification: The development of satellite offices along major transportation networks
and in areas of dense population will provide ease of access for citizens and will improve
services to the county. This facility would facilitate the implement the Route 277
Triangle and Urban Center Land Use Plan approved in 2008. Nearby development is
scheduled to be an active adult resort gated community with age restrictions on 80% of
the homes above 55 and the other 20% above 45. The developer‘s master plan will allow
for 2130 individual dwelling units using a mix of housing types.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15
PRIORITY 2
Fire & Rescue Station #22 / Apparatus (Route 277)
Description: Purchase one (1) custom pumper equipped and one (1) custom Type I
Advanced Life Support (A.L.S.) capable ambulance equipped to be assigned to Fire and
Rescue Station 22.
Capital Cost: $905,000
Justification: This fire and rescue apparatus will be assigned to Fire and Rescue Station
22 located on Fairfax Pike East in the Stephens City area of Frederick County. The
pumper will be built to N.F.P.A. 1901 specifications and equipped with all of the required
and necessary equipment to function as a Class A Pumper. The ambulance will be built
to the Federal KKK-A-1822E specifications and equipped with all of the required and
necessary equipment to function as an Advanced Life Support ambulance. This fire and
rescue apparatus is needed due to the fact that the Fire and Rescue Department currently
owns one (1) pumper and one (1) ladder truck that are twenty (20) plus years of age and
already assigned to other functions. The currently owned fire and rescue apparatus
would not endure the demands placed on it while being assigned to a high call volume.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 14-15
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PRIORITY 3
Fire & Rescue Station #23 / New Facility (Crosspointe)
Description: This project consists of a 10,000 square foot fire station to accommodate 4
pieces of emergency equipment, and to house living and sleeping areas for staff. This
project could also include satellite offices for the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office,
Treasurers Office, and Commissioner of Revenue as well as a meeting room for County
Supervisor meetings with their constituents with an additional 2000 square feet of
building area. A two and ½ acre parcel should be sufficient for building, parking and
amenities for approximately 20 to 30 persons. The project is located at Crosspointe
Center at the end of current Rt.37 South, an area of proposed high density residential
development, and commercial development.
Capital Cost: $3,700,000
Justification: The proposed location at the South end of Route 37 provides for quick and
easy access to Interstate 81 North and South at the 310 Exit. Access and response on Rt.
37 will be greatly enhanced from I81 to Route 50 West in the Northbound Lane.
Currently Stephens City and Round Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company’s serve the
area. This location also provides easy access to Rt.11 and the Kernstown area along with
access to Middle Road and Subdivisions of Brookneil, Stonebrook, and Jacksons Woods.
These subdivisions have large single family homes in an area of Frederick County
outside of the UDA. Water supplies are scarce in these areas and a rapid response from
this proposed facility will likely reduce property damage from fire and response times for
Medical Emergencies. Major collector roads such as Tasker Road and Warrior Drive
along with the proposed extension of Rt. 37 and new roadways in the development will
provide quick access to additional homes and businesses in areas including Front Royal
Pike, Papermill Road. These roadway construction efforts will provide for an increased
level of quality emergency service to the citizens in this entire area.
Construction Schedule: To be determined.
PRIORITY 4
Fire & Rescue Regional Training Center
Description: Construct a Regional Public Safety Training Center potentially consisting
of an administrative building, multi-story burn building, multi-story training tower,
vehicle driving range, shooting range, and numerous other training props. This project
will incorporate emergency medical services, fire, hazardous materials, rescue, law
enforcement, industrial, and educational institutions located in Clarke County, Frederick
County, Shenandoah County, Warren County, Winchester City, State Agencies, Federal
Agencies, and potentially jurisdictions within the State of West Virginia.
Capital Cost: $31,175,000
Justification: This project will facilitate realistic training in today’s modern environment
for emergency services and industrial personnel located throughout the Northern
Shenandoah Valley and expanding into the State of West Virginia. This project will
reinforce existing training programs in those respective agencies and jurisdictions as well
as facilitate training that is currently not available within the Northern Shenandoah
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Valley which causes students and instructors to travel into the Washington Metropolitan
region. The number of potential personnel being trained at this Training Center is
potentially in the thousands based upon training statistics provided in July 2007 by the
participating agencies.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 17-18
PRIORITY 5
Fire and Rescue Station (#24) Relocation
Description: Construct a three (3) bay fire and rescue station with satellite County
Offices. This station is intended to be located on or near Redland Road in the area of
Lake Holiday either at a site provided by Lake Holiday or other tract in the vicinity. An
approximate three to four acre site is necessary for a 10,000 square foot facility, to house
a fire engine, and ambulance and rescue boat.
Capital Cost: $3,750,000
Justification: The Lake Holiday Development is scheduled to have a final build-out of
2800 single family homes.
Construction Schedule: To be determined
PRIORITY 6
Round Hill Fire and Rescue Station (#15) Relocation
Description: The new station RHCFRC plans to build will be a 17,801 sf, fully NFPA-
compliant, single-story, pre-engineered structure with 4 double drive-thru bays and 14’
clearances. The bays will take up 5,340 sf and include a turnout gear alcove for 50
lockers, laundry room, tool shop and store rooms. The bays will be able to accommodate
modern-sized apparatus, including a ladder truck, and will give the company ample room
for future expansion. The drive-thru design will reduce the possibility of backing
accidents, as well as ease the flow of apparatus into and out of the station. The bays will
be equipped with spot drains for each vehicle to minimize slip-and-fall accidents. In
2006, a site inventory by Stewart Cooper Newell Architects identified more than 10
features of RHCFRC’s station not in compliance with NFPA standards. Perhaps the most
serious is the lack of proper separation between sleeping and vehicles spaces. The men’s
bunkroom door opens directly into the bays. Combined with inadequate hazardous
exhaust controls, this creates serious safety concerns for those sleeping inside. This
facility will also be able to accommodate living and sleeping quarters. A community
center is also planned with this project and will be approximately 10,000 sq. ft.
accommodating 400 persons for holding fundraising events. The entire project will be
relocated to an area of 3 to 5 acres.
Capital Cost: $4,281,696
Justification: The operational section of RHCFRC’s present station is a brick-and-block
structure of approximately 2,277 square feet built in 1954. A wing of pre-engineered and
block construction was added in 1981 to increase office and public space. Today, the
station is no longer adequate to house the company’s 30 firefighters and 8 vehicles in a
safe and efficient manner. The operating space is unsafe and cramped, and limits the
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services that can be provided to a growing community. First due population for the 2000
censes was 8,089. The continued growth in the area has brought additional commercial
development (Walmart, hotels, and planned development by the hospital, shopping and
restaurants). The area includes a high school and elementary school.
Construction Schedule: To be determined
PRIORITY 7
Clear Brook Fire and Rescue Station (#13) Relocation
Description: A new facility is proposed to be built on our current property, take down
the current building and extend our parking. The building is to be six (6) drive through
bays, administration, eating and sleeping facilities along with a dining hall. The
estimated size of the structure is to be approximately 28,000 square feet.
Capital Cost: $4,396,000
Justification: At the current time we have outgrown our facility and with the equipment
that we have to provide the service to our community for property and health protection
and with the staffing needs and fund raising operations our current facility is in need of
upgrading /updating.
Construction Schedule: To be determined
Fire & Rescue Company Capital Project Requests
Capital Equipment Fire & Rescue – Vehicles & Equipment
Description: This new project consists of a revolving fund in the amount of $1,000,000
for the benefit of Fire and Rescue Services. It is the intention of this capital expenditure
fund to be for the purpose of purchasing additional and replacement capital equipment
fire and rescue vehicles and equipment. It was determined that the inclusion of such a
project would be beneficial in ensuring that this significant capital expense is identified in
the County’s capital planning and budget process. This project is primarily for the
benefit of the individual Volunteer Fire and Rescue Companies.
Capital Cost: $1,000,000
Justification: The inclusion of this capital expenditure fund for the purpose of
purchasing additional and replacement capital equipment fire and rescue vehicles and
equipment will enable the County to meet the requirements of the Code of Virginia with
regards to the collection and disbursement of cash proffers accepted on behalf of the fire
and rescue companies.
Construction Schedule: N/A
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The following requests have been added to the CIP in no particular order:
Individual Fire & Rescue Company Capital Equipment Requests.
Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Company
Ambulance Replacement Project
Project Cost: $150,000
Greenwood Vol. Fire & Rescue Company
Apparatus ventilation system project
Project Cost: $100,000
North Mountain Vol. Fire & Rescue Company
Building Expansion
Project Cost: $314,766
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FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT SERVICES
FUTURE FOCUS
Frederick County government shall continue to provide accessible, effective, and high quality government services to its citizens, business owners, and community partners. Community facilities providing administrative and judicial services shall be located in urban areas which may include the County’s Urban Development Area and areas identified as future Urban Centers. Advances in technology shall be embraced as a means of further advancing government services to those citizens, business owners, and community partners. In addition, a variety of communication methods shall be used to engage the community and promote the accessibility of government services. In general, the County shall strive to improve access to government services through a variety of creative and proactive approaches. This may include, but is not limited to, physically building community facilities in urban areas and those locations identified in the Comprehensive Plan that are highly accessible, and also through the use of technology that connects the County with the community. Projects and proposals aimed at enhancing the County’s ability to provide accessible, effective, and high quality government services, either by Frederick County or by private entities through allowable programs such as PPEA, should be considered as being consistent with the Comprehensive Plan of the County. Such community facilities shall generally also be included in the Capital Improvement Plan. The goal of any community facility is to allow for an improvement to general governmental facilities and services for the benefit of the residents of Frederick County, meeting their increasing needs for accessible government services in appropriate locations.
POLICIES/IMPLEMENTATION
POLICY: IMPROVE SERVICES TO CITIZENS THROUGH THE EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE PROVISION
OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES.
IMPLEMENTATION:
• County government services, including but not limited to County and School Administration facilities, should be provided as needed to provide citizens, business owners, and community partners with accessible government services.
• Community facilities should generally be located within urban areas which may include the Urban Development Area County’s Urban Development Area and areas identified as future Urban Centers.
• The community facilities should further the goals of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan by creating community with public facilities and implementing those Neighborhood Design Principles expressed in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan.
• Community facilities should create a sense of community and serve as community focal points.
• Collaboration between County agencies should continue to be a priority goal in order to ensure that the investment made in the County’s community facilities will continue to provide the best possible environment for positive and vibrant community growth.
• The development of community facilities should promote a visually unified, coordinated and identifiable area of particular significance to the community.