PC 01-15-20 Meeting AgendaAGENDA
FREDERICK COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
The Board Room
Frederick County Administration Building
Winchester, Virginia
January 15, 2020
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 2020 ....................................................................................................... (A)
3)Committee Reports .................................................................................................. (no tab)
4)Citizen Comments ................................................................................................... (no tab)
PUBLIC HEARING
5)Conditional Use Permit #08-19 for TowerCo, submitted by Thomas Moore Lawson, P.C.
to construct a commercial telecommunication facility consisting of a 195-foot monopole
telecommunication facility and accessory structures. The property is located at 107 Emory
Court, Stephens City, Virginia and is identified with Property Identification Number 75-A-
118 in the Opequon Magisterial District.
Mr. Cheran ....................................................................................................................... (B)
6)Ordinance Amendment to the Frederick County Code – Chapter 165 Zoning,
ARTICLE II Supplementary Use Regulations; Parking; Buffers; and Regulations for
Specific Uses, Part 204 Additional Regulations for Specific Uses, §165-204.19.
Telecommunication facilities, commercial. Revisions to the Frederick County Zoning
Ordinance to §165-204.19 to allow telecommunication structures up to 100-feet above
ground level as administrative review-eligible projects in certain areas of the County. .
Mr. Klein .......................................................................................................................... (C)
ACTION ITEM
7)2020-2025 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The CIP is a prioritized list of capital project
requested by various County Department and Agencies. The Plan is created as an
information document to assist in the development of the County’s annual budget. If
adopted, the CIP is a component of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Perkins ....................................................................................................................... (D)
Other
Adjourn
Commonly Used Planning Agenda Terms
Meeting format
Citizen Comments – The portion of the meeting agenda offering an opportunity for the public to provide
comment to the Planning Commission on any items not scheduled as public hearing items.
Public Hearing– A specific type of agenda item, required by State law, which incorporates public comment as
a part of that item prior to Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors action. Public hearings are held for
items such as: Comprehensive Plan policies and amendments; Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance amendments;
and Rezoning and Conditional Use Permit applications. Following the Public Hearing, the Planning
Commission will take action on the item (see below).
Action Item–There are both public hearing and non-public hearing items on which the Planning Commission
takes action. Depending on the actual item, the Planning Commission may approve, deny, table, or forward a
recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding the agenda item. No public comment is accepted during
the Action Item portion of the agenda.
Information/Discussion Item– The portion of the meeting agenda where items are presented to the Planning
Commission for information and discussion. The Planning Commission may offer comments and suggestions,
but does not take action on the agenda item. No public comment is accepted during the Information/Discussion
Item portion of the agenda.
Planning Terminology
Urban Development Area or UDA – The UDA is the county’s urban growth boundary identified in the
Comprehensive Plan in which more intensive forms of residential development will occur. The UDA is an area
of the county where community facilities and public services are more readily available and are provided more
economically.
Sewer and Water Service Area or SWSA – The SWSA is the boundary identified in the Comprehensive Plan
in which public water and sewer is or can be provided. The SWSA is consistent with the UDA in many
locations; however the SWSA may extend beyond the UDA to promote commercial, industrial, and institutional
land uses in area where residential land uses are not desirable.
Land Use – Land Use is the nomenclature which refers to the type of activity which may occur on an area of
land. Common land use categories include: agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial.
Zoning District - Zoning district refers to a specific geographic area that is subject to land use standards.
Frederick County designates these areas, and establishes policies and ordinances over types of land uses,
density, and lot requirements in each zone. Zoning is the main planning tool of local government to manage the
future development of a community, protect neighborhoods, concentrate retail business and industry, and
channel traffic.
Rezoning – Rezoning is the process by which a property owner seeks to implement or modify the permitted
land use activities on their land. A rezoning changes the permitted land use activities within the categories
listed above under Land Use.
Conditional Use Permit or CUP - A CUP allows special land uses which may be desirable, but are not always
appropriate based on a location and surrounding land uses. The CUP requested use, which is not allowed as a
matter of right within a zoning district, is considered through a public hearing process and usually contains
conditions to minimize any impacts on surrounding properties.
Ordinance Amendment – The process by which the County Code is revised. Often the revisions are the result
of a citizen request with substantial justification supporting the change. Amendments ultimately proceed
through a public hearing prior to the PC forwarding a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors.
County Bodies Involved
Board of Supervisors or BOS - Frederick County is governed by an elected Board of Supervisors composed of
seven members, one from each magisterial district, and one chairman-at-large. The Board of Supervisors is the
policy-making body of the county. Functions of the Board of Supervisors related to planning include making
land use decisions, and establishing growth and development policies.
Planning Commission or PC - The PC is composed of 13 members, two from each magisterial districts and one
at-large, appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The Planning Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the
Board of Supervisors which then takes final action on all planning, zoning, and land use matters.
Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee or CPPC – The CPPC is a major committee of the PC whose
primary responsibility is to formulate land use policies that shape the location and timing of development
throughout the County. Included in the work are studies of specific areas to develop guidelines for future land
use within those areas. The CPPC also considers requests for amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
Decisions by CPPC are then forwarded to the PC for consideration.
Development Review and Regulations Committee or DRRC – The DRRC is the second major committee of the
PC whose primary responsibilities involve the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan in the form of
Zoning and Subdivision ordinance requirements. Requests to amend the ordinances to the DRRC are made by
the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, local citizens, businesses, or organizations. DRRC decisions
are also forwarded to the PC for consideration.
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COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
107 North Kent Street • Winchester, Virginia 22601-5000
MEMORANDUM
TO: Frederick County Planning Commission
FROM: Michael T. Ruddy, AICP, Director
SUBJECT: Election of Officers, Committee Appointments, Meeting Schedule
DATE: January 6, 2020
________________________________________________________________________
ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 2020
At the first meeting of each year, the Planning Commission elects a Chairman, Vice -
Chairman and Secretary. These three Planning Commission officers assume office
immediately and hold such office for the duration of the calendar year.
For each office, the Commission will: open the nominations; accept nominations; close
nominations; and, vote to fill the officer position.
ADOPTION OF MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2020
At the first meeting of each year, the Planning Commission adopts their meeting
schedule for the ensuing year.
Historically, the Commission has held meetings on the first and third Wednesdays of
each month at 7:00 p.m., to be held in the Board of Supervisors meeting room; the
Comprehensive Plans & Programs Committee meets on the second Monday of each
month at 7:00 p.m. in the first floor conference room and the Development Review &
Regulations Committee meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the
first floor conference room. The Planning Commission meeting has an inclement
weather schedule, where in if weather causes the cancelation of a Wednesday evening
meeting, the meeting will be held on the following Thursday evening.
Memorandum: Elections, Appointments, and Meeting Times
January 6, 2020
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COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS FOR 2020
At the first meeting of each year, the Chairman appoints the membership for the
Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee (CPPC) and the Development Review &
Regulations Committee (DRRC). The Chairman also appoints a Planning Commission
liaison to the: Transportation Committee (TC); Historic Resources Advisory Board
(HRAB); Conservation Easement Authority (CEA); Frederick County Sanitation Authority
(FCSA); and, the Winchester Planning Commission.
PLANNING COMMISSION BY-LAWS FOR 2020
At the first meeting of each year, the Planning Commission adopts their Bylaws, and
Roles and Responsibilities for the ensuing year. These documents are attached.
Please contact Staff should you have questions.
Attachments: Proposed 2020 Planning Commission Bylaws
Proposed 2020 Planning Commission Roles and Responsibilities
Schedule of Meetings/Cut-Off Dates
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PLANNING COMMISSION BYLAWS
County of Frederick, Virginia
Proposed for Consideration
At the January 15, 2020 Planning Commission
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.
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.
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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 Commission members, employees of the County, and citizen volunteers may be members
of the committee.
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 the executive
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 calendar
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.
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.
8-1-4 Committee Reports.
8-1-5 Citizen Comments on Items not on the Agenda.
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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.
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.
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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, under the purview of the Commission, 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.
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 after the first Commission meeting
following the referral of the amendment to the Commission.
8-3-9 Tabling
8-3-9-1 The Planning Commission shall have the authority to postpone agenda
items 45- calendar days (less if reaching the limits of Section 165-102.03)
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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
eight (8) calendar 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 postpone 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
postponed 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
postponed for 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 postponed 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
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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 and/or the Board of
Supervisors.
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
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 The Planning Commission shall conduct an annual review of these bylaws each
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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 Consideration
At the January 15, 2020 Planning Commission
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.
The Planning Commission may request a work session for an application which, after the
first public hearing is concluded, is subsequently postponed. The purpose of the work
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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.
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
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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
Frederick County Planning Commission unless acting in an official capacity and directed
to do so. Implied endorsements by the Commission should be avoided.
PLANNING COMMISSION CUT-OFF DATES FOR 2020
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DATE
CUP/REZ
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2nd REV
CUT-OFF
MDP/SUB
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STAFF
CUT-OFF
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AGENDA
01-01-20 12-06-19 12-11-19 12-09-19 12-13-19 12-11-19 12-13-19 12-21-19
01-15-20 12-20-19 12-24-19 12-23-19 12-27-19 12-25-19 12-27-19 01-07-20
02-05-20 01-10-20 01-08-20 01-03-20 01-17-20 01-08-20 01-10-20 01-28-20
02-19-20 01-24-20 01-22-20 01-27-20 01-31-20 01-22-20 01-24-20 02-11-20
03-04-20 02-07-20 02-05-20 02-10-20 02-14-20 02-05-20 02-07-20 02-25-20
03-18-20 02-21-20 02-19-20 02-24-20 02-28-20 02-19-20 02-21-20 03-10-20
04-01-20 03-06-20 03-11-20 03-09-20 03-13-20 03-11-20 03-13-20 03-28-20
04-15-20 03-20-20 03-25-20 03-23-20 03-27-20 03-25-20 03-27-20 04-07-20
05-06-20 04-10-20 04-15-20 04-13-20 04-17-20 04-15-20 04-17-20 04-28-20
05-20-20 04-24-20 04-29-20 04-27-20 04-29-20 04-29-20 05-01-20 05-12-20
06-03-20 05-08-20 05-13-20 05-11-20 05-15-20 05-13-20 05-15-20 05-26-20
06-17-20 05-22-20 05-27-20 05-22-20 05-29-20 05-27-20 05-29-20 06-09-20
07-01-20 06-05-20 06-10-20 06-08-20 06-12-20 06-10-20 06-12-20 06-23-20
07-15-20 06-19-20 06-24-20 06-22-20 06-26-20 06-24-20 06-26-20 07-07-20
08-05-20 07-10-20 07-15-20 07-13-20 07-17-20 07-15-20 07-17-20 07-28-20
08-19-20 07-24-20 07-29-20 07-79-20 07-31-20 07-29-20 07-31-20 08-11-20
09-02-20 08-07-20 08-12-20 08-10-20 08-14-20 08-12-20 08-14-20 08-25-20
09-16-20 08-21-20 08-26-20 08-24-20 08-28-20 08-26-20 08-28-20 09-08-20
10-07-20 09-11-20 09-16-20 09-14-20 09-18-20 09-16-20 09-18-20 09-29-20
10-21-20 09-18-20 09-30-20 09-28-20 09-25-20 09-30-20 10-02-20 10-13-20
11-04-20 10-09-20 10-14-20 10-09-20 10-16-20 10-14-20 10-16-20 10-27-20
11-18-20 10-23-20 10-28-20 10-26-20 10-30-20 10-28-20 10-30-20 11-10-20
12-02-20 11-06-20 11-11-20 11-09-20 11-13-20 11-11-20 11-13-20 11-23-20*
12-16-20 11-20-20 11-22-20 11-23-20 11-24-20 11-25-20 11-24-20 12-08-20
01-06-21 12-11-20 12-14-20 12-14-20 12-18-20 12-16-20 12-18-20 12-29-20
01-20-21 12-23-20 12-29-20 12-28-20 12-30-20 12-30-20 12-31-20 01-05-21
02-03-21 01-08-21 01-13-21 01-11-21 01-15-21 01-13-21 01-15-21 01-26-21
02-17-21 01-22-21 01-27-21 01-25-21 01-31-21 01-27-21 01-29-21 02-09-21
*Adjusted Date Due to County Holiday
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #08-19
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Staff Report for the Planning Commission
Prepared: January 2, 2020
Staff Contact: Mark 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: 01/15/20 Pending
Board of Supervisors: 02/12/20 Pending
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit to construct a commercial telecommunication
facility consisting of a 195-foot monopole telecommunication facility and accessory structures.
Should the Planning Commission find the use to be appropriate, Staff would suggest the
following conditions:
1. All review agency comments and requirements shall be complied with at all times.
2. The tower shall be available for collocating personal wireless services providers.
3. A minor site plan shall be approved by Frederick County.
4. The tower shall be removed by the Applicant or property owner within twelve (12)
months of abandonment of operation.
5. In the event a telecommunications tower is not erected within twelve (12) months of the
approval of this Conditional Use Permit, the CUP will be deemed invalid.
6. Any expansion or modification of this use will require a new Conditional Use Permit.
Following this 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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LOCATION: This property is located at 107 Emory Court, Stephens City, Virginia.
MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: Opequon
PROPERTY ID NUMBER: 75-A-118
PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE: Zoned: RA (Rural Areas)
Land Use:
ADJOINING PROPERTY ZONING & PRESENT USE:
North: RA (Rural Areas) Use: County Park
South: RA (Rural Areas) Use: County Park
East: RA (Rural Areas) Use: County Park
West: RA (Rural Areas) Use: County Park
PROPOSED USE: This is a request for a Conditional Use Permit to enable the construction of
a 195-foot Monopole-Type Commercial Telecommunications Facility.
REVIEW EVALUATIONS:
Virginia Department of Transportation: The application for a Conditional Use Permit for this
property appears to have little measurable impact on Emory Court, the Future VDOT facility
providing access to the property. A low volume commercial entrance will be required at the tie-
in to the cul-de-sac. Should the use ever expand in the future, the entrance will need to be
reviewed, to determine if additional improvements may be required.
Frederick County Inspections: Please see the attached comment sheet from Mark Fleet,
Building Official dated December 2, 2019.
Winchester-Frederick County Health Department: The Frederick County Health Department
has no objection to this project since no wells or septic systems will be affected by this addition
to 75B-A-1.
Frederick County Fire Marshall: Conditional Use Permit Approved provided that fire
department access and turnaround meet Frederick County Fire Prevention Code 503.2.1
Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20
feet (6096 mm), exclusive of shoulders D103.4 Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess
of 150 feet (45 720 mm) shall be provided with width and turnaround provisions in accordance
with Table D103.4. A site plan will need to be submitted showing this.
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Winchester Regional Airport: Please see attached letter from Nick Sabo, A.A.E. Executive
Director dated August 8, 2019.
Frederick County Park and Recreation Dept: The Parks and Recreation Department is
concerned with the aesthetic impact of the proposed cell tower CUP based on its location. The
property with the proposed tower is bordered on all sides by park land and is in an open area
where planned park development will be in view of the proposed tower site.
Planning and Zoning: The 2035 Comprehensive Policy Plan of Frederick County
(“Comprehensive Plan”) provides guidance when considering any land use action. This proposed
195-foot monopole-type commercial telecommunication facility is located on a 4 +/- acre
property that is zoned RA (Rural Areas) Zoning District District. The property is located within
the UDA and SWSA as identified within the Comprehensive Plan and is located within the
Southern Frederick Area Plan. These plans identify this area as a recreational resource with the
area north to remain residential in character.
The Frederick County Zoning Ordinance allows for commercial telecommunication facilities in
the RA Zoning District with an approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP). The properties
immediately adjacent to this proposed CUP are currently zoned RA Zoning District. The zoning
ordinance requires that all proposed telecommunication facilities be subject to additional
performance standards in order to promote orderly economic development and mitigate the
negative impacts to adjoining properties, residential properties, land use patterns, scenic areas
and properties of significant historic value.
Furthermore, the Frederick County Zoning Ordinance requires an Applicant to provide
confirmation that an attempt was made to collocate on an existing telecommunication facility,
and possible collocation structures. The Applicant has provided an inventory of existing
telecommunication facilities, and no other telecommunication facility or possible collocation
opportunity structures exist in this area. Should this facility be approved this commercial
telecommunication facility will be positioned to provide the existing and future land uses in this
area of the County with telecommunication needs.
STAFF CONCLUSIONS FOR THE 01/15/20 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. The tower shall be available for collocating personal wireless services providers.
3. A minor site plan shall be approved by Frederick County.
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4. The tower shall be removed by the Applicant or property owner within twelve (12)
months of abandonment of operation.
5. In the event a telecommunications tower is not erected within twelve (12) months of the
approval of this Conditional Use Permit, the CUP will be deemed invalid.
6. Any expansion or modification of this use will require a new Conditional Use Permit
Following this 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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COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
MEMORANDUM
TO: Frederick County Planning Commission
FROM: M. Tyler Klein, AICP, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Ordinance Amendment – Telecommunications Facilities, Commercial – Public
Hearing
DATE: January 2, 2020
The Board of Supervisors adopted the proposed changes to the telecommunication facilities,
commercial requirements on December 18, 2019 which created a two-track process for review and
approval of commercial telecommunication facilities (as enabled under the Code of Virginia).
Following approval of the proposed ordinance amendment, the Board directed Staff to draft a
subsequent amendment to further allow telecommunications facilities up to 100-feet (FT) in height
in areas of the County located west of Interstate 81 (I-81) under “administrative review eligible”
projects.
The proposed ordinance amendment to Chapter 165 – Zoning Ordinance, further provides an
allowance for certain areas of the County that: for any property located west of Interstate 81, any
structure that is not more than 100 feet above ground level, provided that the structure with
attached wireless facilities is (i) not more than 10 feet above the tallest existing utility pole located
within 500 feet of the structure within the same public right-of-way or within the existing line of
utility poles; (ii) not located within the boundaries of a local, state, or federal historic district; and
(iii) designed to support small cell facilities is permitted. All other sections of the recently adopted
amendment remain unchanged. Staff notes areas west of I-81, as intended above, include the
entirety of the Back Creek and Gainesboro magisterial districts and westernmost portions of the
Stonewall magisterial district.
The proposed ordinance amendment enables smaller commercial telecommunications facilities in
certain areas of the County to promote better internet service to underserved areas, specifically
those areas west of I-81 where topography and existing vegetation may make the siting of wireless
telecommunication infrastructure challenging. Administrative review eligible projects for
telecommunication structures up to 100-FT in height will still require review and approval by the
Zoning Administrator and building permit review and approval by the Department of Building
Inspections prior to siting.
The attached document shows the existing ordinance with the proposed changes (with bold italic
for text added). This proposed amendment is being presented to the Planning Commission as
a public hearing item. A recommendation by the Planning Commission to forward to the
Board of Supervisors, on this proposed Zoning Ordinance text amendment is sought. Please
contact Staff if you have any questions.
Attachments: 1. Revised ordinance with additions shown in bold underlined italics
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ARTICLE II
Supplementary Use Regulations; Parking; Buffers; and Regulations for Specific Uses
Part 204
Additional Regulations for Specific Uses
§ 165-204.19. Telecommunication facilities, commercial.
A. Definitions. The terms used in this section shall have the same meanings as set out in Virginia Code
Section 15.2-2316.3, unless the context requires a different meaning.
B. Administrative review-eligible projects.
1. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Chapter, but subject to the requirements of this
subsection, the following shall be permitted in all zoning districts:
a. any small cell facility [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4];
b. any structure that is not more than 50 feet above ground level, provided that the structure with
attached wireless facilities is (i) not more than 10 feet above the tallest existing utility pole
located within 500 feet of the structure within the same public right-of-way or within the
existing line of utility poles; (ii) not located within the boundaries of a local, state, or federal
historic district; and (iii) designed to support small cell facilities [Va. Code §§ 15.2-2316.3 &
15.2-2316.4:1(A)]; or
c. for any property located west of Interstate 81, any structure that is not more than 100 feet
above ground level, provided that the structure with attached wireless facilities is (i) not
more than 10 feet above the tallest existing utility pole located within 500 feet of the
structure within the same public right-of-way or within the existing line of utility poles;
(ii) not located within the boundaries of a local, state, or federal historic district; and (iii)
designed to support small cell facilities; or
d. co-location of a wireless facility on the existing structure of a wireless facility that is not a
small cell facility [Va. Code §§ 15.2-2316.3 & 15.2-2316.4:1(A)].
2. Any person seeking to install a facility or structure identified in paragraph 1 of this subsection
shall make application to the Zoning Administrator, accompanied by payment of a fee of $100
each for up to five facilities or structures on the same application and $50 each for each additional
facility or structure on the same application. [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4(B)(2)] The application
shall be subject to consideration as follows:
a. The Zoning Administrator shall approve or disapprove the application within 60 days of
receipt of the complete application. Within 10 days after receipt of an application and a valid
electronic mail address for the applicant, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the applicant
by electronic mail whether the application is incomplete and specify any missing information;
otherwise, the application shall be deemed complete. Any disapproval of the application
shall be in writing and accompanied by an explanation for the disapproval. The 60-day
period may be extended by the Zoning Administrator in writing for a period not to exceed an
additional 30 days. The application shall be deemed approved if the Zoning Administrator
fails to act within the initial 60 days or an extended 30-day period. [Va. Code § 15.2-
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2316.4(B)(1)]
b. The Zoning Administrator shall only deny approval for the facility or structure on account of:
(i) material potential interference with other pre-existing communications facilities or with
future communications facilities that have already been designed and planned for a specific
location or that have been reserved for future public safety communications facilities, or (ii)
the public safety or other critical public service needs. Otherwise, the Zoning Administrator
shall approve the facility or structure and the facility or structure does not require approval
from the Planning Commission or the Board of Supervisors. [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4(B)(4)]
c. The applicant may voluntarily submit, and the Zoning Administrator may accept, conditions
that address potential visual or aesthetic effects resulting from the placement, pursuant to this
subsection, of a facility or structure. [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4(B)(5)]
C. Standard process projects.
1. Except as provided in subsection B, no wireless facility or wireless support structure shall be
sited, constructed, or operated except pursuant to a conditional use permit issued through the
process defined in Part 103 of Article I of this Chapter. The issuance of a conditional use permit
for the siting, construction, and operation of a wireless facility is permitted within the zoning
districts specified in this Chapter, provided that, pursuant to Virginia Code § 15.2-2232(A), the
general location or approximate location, character, and extent of such facilities are substantially
in accord with the adopted Comprehensive Plan or part thereof and that adjoining properties,
surrounding residential properties, land use patterns, scenic areas, and properties of significant
historic value are not negatively impacted. [based on current intro to County Code § 165-204.19]
2. Any person seeking to install a facility or structure pursuant to this subsection shall make
application to the Zoning Administrator, accompanied by payment of a fee of $7,000. [Va. Code
§ 15.2-2316.4:1(B)(2) (“the fee shall not exceed the actual direct costs to process the application,
including permits and inspection”)] The application shall be subject to consideration as follows
and include the indicated information:
a. The Board of Supervisors shall approve or disapprove the application within 150 days of
receipt of the complete application by the Zoning Administrator or such shorter period as
required by federal law, unless the applicant and the Board agree to a longer period for
approval or disapproval of the application. Within 10 days after receipt of an application and
a valid electronic mail address for the applicant, the Zoning Administrator shall notify the
applicant by electronic mail whether the application is incomplete and specify any missing
information; otherwise, the application shall be deemed complete. [Va. Code § 15.2-
2316.4:1(C)]
b. Information to be included with application:
i. A map depicting the search area used in siting the proposed facility or structure [Va.
Code § 15.2-2316.4:2(D); based on current 165-204.19(A)(2)];
ii. Identification of all service providers and commercial telecommunications facility
infrastructure within the search area [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4:2(D); based on current
165-204.19(A)(3)];
iii. Confirmation that attempts to co-locate on existing structures have been made and, if
such attempts were unsuccessful, the reasons so [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4:2(D); based
on current 165-204.19(A)(3)];
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iv. Documentation issued by the Federal Communications Commission indicating that the
proposed facility is in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission’s
established ANSI/IEEE standards for electromagnetic field levels and radio frequency
radiation [based on current 165-204.19(A)(4)];
v. An affidavit signed by the landowner and by the owner of the facility or structure
stating that they are aware that either or both of them may be held responsible for the
removal of the facility or structure as stated in subsection E [based on current 165-
204.19(A)(5)]; and
vi. The applicant may voluntarily submit, and the Board may accept, conditions that
address potential visual or aesthetic effects resulting from the placement of the facility
or structure. [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4:2(C)]
3. If the Board of Supervisors grants a conditional use permit under this subsection, the following
standards shall then apply to any property on which a wireless facility or wireless support
structure is sited, in order to promote orderly development and mitigate the negative impacts to
adjoining properties, residential properties, land use patterns, scenic areas, and properties of
significant historic value:
a. The Board may reduce the required setback distance for the wireless facility or wireless
support structure as required by § 165-201.03(B)(8) of this Code if it can be demonstrated
that the location is of equal or lesser impact. When a reduced setback is requested for a
distance less than the height of the tower, a certified Virginia engineer shall provide
verification to the Board that the wireless facility or wireless support structure is designed,
and will be constructed, in a manner that if the wireless facility or wireless support structure
collapsed the wireless facility or wireless support structure will be contained in an area
around the wireless facility or wireless support structure with a radius equal to or lesser than
the setback, measured from the center line of the base of the wireless facility or wireless
support structure. In no case shall the setback distance be reduced to less than 1/2 the
distance of the height of the wireless facility or wireless support structure.
b. Monopole-type construction shall be required for any new wireless facility or wireless
support structure. The Board may allow lattice-type construction when existing or planned
residential areas will not be impacted and when the site is not adjacent to identified historic
resources.
c. No more than two signs shall be permitted on any wireless facility or wireless support
structure. Such signs shall be limited to 1.5 square feet in area and shall be posted no higher
than 10 feet above grade.
d. When lighting is required for a wireless facility or wireless support structure, dual lighting
shall be utilized which provides daytime white strobe lighting and nighttime red pulsating
lighting unless otherwise mandated by the Federal Aviation Administration or the Federal
Communications Commission. Strobe lighting shall be shielded from ground view to
mitigate illumination to neighboring properties. Equipment buildings and other accessory
structures operated in conjunction with the wireless facility or wireless support structure shall
utilize infrared lighting and motion-detector lighting to prevent continuous illumination.
e. Every wireless facility and wireless support structure shall be constructed with materials of a
galvanized finish or be of a non-contrasting blue or gray unless otherwise mandated by the
Federal Aviation Administration or the Federal Communications Commission.
f. Every wireless facility and wireless support structure shall be adequately enclosed to prevent
access by persons other than employees of the service provider. Appropriate landscaping and
opaque screening shall be provided to ensure that equipment buildings and other accessory
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structures are not visible from adjoining properties, roads, or other rights-of-way.
[the entirety of the above subsection C(3) is based on current 165-204.19(B)]
4. If the Board of Supervisors denies a conditional use permit under this subsection, the Board shall:
a. Provide applicant with a written statement of the reasons for the denial [Va. Code § 15.2-
2316.4:1(E)(1)];
b. Identify any modifications of which the County is aware that would permit it to approve the
conditional use permit [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4:1(E)(2)]; and
c. Have supporting substantial record evidence in a written record publicly released within 30
days of denial [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4:1(F)(2)].
D. Maintenance of existing facilities and/or structures and replacement of existing facilities and/or
structures within a 6-foot perimeter with substantially similar or same size or smaller facilities and/or
structures is exempt from fees and permitting requirements under this section. [Va. Code § 15.2-
2316.4:3(A)]
E. Any facility or structure permitted by this section that is not operated or used for a continuous period
of 12 months shall be considered abandoned, and the owner of such facility or structure shall remove
same within 90 days of receipt of notice from the Frederick County Department of Planning and
Development. If the facility or structure is not removed within the ninety-day period, the County may
remove the facility and a lien may be placed to recover expenses. [Va. Code § 15.2-2316.4(B)(6);
based on current County Code § 165-204.19(B)(7)]
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COUNTY of FREDERICK
Department of Planning and Development
540/ 665-5651
Fax: 540/ 665-6395
107 North Kent Street, Suite 202 • Winchester, Virginia 22601-5000
MEMORANDUM
TO: Frederick County Planning Commission
FROM: Candice E. Perkins, AICP, CZA, Assistant Director
DATE: January 6, 2020
RE: Discussion: 2020-2025 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP)
The Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) is a document that consists of a schedule of major
capital expenditures for the County for the ensuing five-year period, as well as, a
category for long term projects (6 + years out). The CIP 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 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.
The inclusion of projects on the CIP is in no way an indication that Frederick County will
be undertaking these projects. The CIP is strictly advisory; it is intended for use as capital
facilities planning document, not for requesting funding allocations. Once adopted,
project priorities and cost estimates may change throughout the year based on changi ng
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. The CIP is also updated annually, and
projects are removed from the plans as they are completed or as priorities change.
CIP Components
The CIP provides project recommendations from various County Agencies and tables
that outline the projects and cost estimates for the projects. Within the tables, columns for
each year show the funding needs that would be requested in the corresponding budget
cycle. In addition, those projects that are long range projects have been placed at the end
of the CIP table, outside of the five-year window. The CIP includes three separate tables;
the first table shows County funded projects and the second and third tables cover
Transportation projects and Airport projects which are primarily funded through other
sources.
2020-2025 CIP
January 6, 2020
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The CIP includes a total of 82 projects, including several new projects. Projects within
the CIP are for: Schools, Parks and Recreation, Regional Library, County Administration,
Fire and Rescue, Sheriff’s Office, Transportation and Winchester Regional Airport.
Background – Discussions
On December 9, 2019, the Comprehensive Plans and Programs Committee (CPPC)
discussed the 2020-2025 CIP capital improvement project requests. The role of the CPPC
in the CIP process was to ensure that the various departmental project requests are in
conformance with the 2035 Comprehensive Plan. Following the CPPC discussion, the
Committee endorsed the CIP and endorsed its conformance with the County’s
Comprehensive Plan. The CPPC forwarded the CIP to the Planning Commission for
discussion.
Conclusion
Staff is seeking a recommendation from the Planning Commission to the Board of
Supervisors regarding the 2020-2025 CIP. It is also the role of the Planning Commission
to affirm that the 2020-2025 CIP is in conformance with the 2035 Comprehensive Plan.
Please find attached the Draft 2020-2025 CIP with applicable text, tables and maps. More
detailed information regarding the individual department requests is available digitally
and may be forwarded to you directly if requested.
If adopted, the CIP and included maps will become a component of the Comprehensive
Plan, which would satisfy the review requirement of Section 15.2-2232 of the Code of
Virginia, which states that no public facility shall be constructed unless said facility is a
“feature shown” within a jurisdiction’s comprehensive plan.
Please contact the Planning Department should you have any questions regarding this
information.
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Board of Supervisors
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FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA
2020-2025
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION……………………………...……………………………….. 1
PROJECT RECOMMENDATIONS……………..………..………………….2
Frederick County Public Schools…………………….……... 2
Frederick County Parks and Recreation ..………………. 2
Handley Regional Library .………………….………….……….2
County Administration .……………………………..…………..2
Fire & Rescue………...……………………………….………………3
Volunteer Fire Company Requests ………………..……….3
Sheriff’s Office………………………………………………………. 3
Transportation Committee……………………………………. 4
Winchester Regional Airport………………………….……….4
2020-2025 CAPITAL PROJECTS MAPS
2020-2025 Capital Projects………………………………………5
2020-2025 Frederick County Public Schools….…….…..6
2020-2025 Parks and Recreation ………………..…..………7
2020-2025 Transportation Projects………………..………..8
CIP TABLE EXPLANATIONS………………………….…….………….………9
PROJECT FUNDING……………………………………………….………………9
2020-2025 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TABLES….10-13
APPENDIX - PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
Frederick County Public Schools…………………………... 15
Frederick County Parks and Recreation ……………….…18
Handley Regional Library……………………………………….. 27
County Administration…………………….………………………29
Fire and Rescue……………..……………………………….……….32
Volunteer Fire Company Requests ………………………….34
Sheriff’s Office ……….……..………………………….………….. 36
Transportation Committee …………………………………….38
Winchester Regional Airport……………….………..………. 45
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FREDERICK COUNTY
FY 2020-2025
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 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. Once the CIP is adopted, it becomes a component of the 2035 Comprehensive Plan and provides a link
between the documents and potential proffered contributions made with future rezoning projects.
The inclusion of projects to the CIP is in no way an indication that Frederick County will be undertaking these projects. 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 particu lar
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.
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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 top capital improvement priority for the Schools is the construction of the New High School. The James Wood High School
additions and renovations is the second highest priority, followed by the Armel Elementary School addition and renovation. Other
schools included for renovation and addition projects include Indian Hollow Elementary School, Sherando High School and Apple Pie
Ridge Elementary School. The School Board Office renovation and expansion is also on the School’s CIP.
Parks & Recreation
The top capital improvement priority for Parks and Recreation is the Abrams Creek Greenway Trail. 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. Other top priorities include the Snowden Bridge Park
development, a community center and the Indoor Aquatic Center.
Handley Regional Library
The Handley Regional Library recommends three projects. The library’s top priority is a new library branch in the Gainesboro area.
The two remaining projects request that funding be provided for new library branches throughout the County which include the
areas of Senseny/Greenwood Road and Route 522 South; both of which are anticipated to be located within the UDA (Urban
Development Area) in locations consistent with the approved area plans - the Senseny/Eastern Frederick Area Plan, and the
Southern Frederick Area Plan.
County Administration
There is one request from Public Works – the Gore Convenience site expansion. The County Office Annex (Former Sunnyside Plaza
Shopping Center) is the second priority, followed by the joint County Administration and School Administration Building and the
future replacement of the Joint Judicial Center remain in the CIP.
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General Government Capital Expenditures is also included in the CIP – this item enhances the connection between the CIP and
proffered contributions made to mitigate the impacts of development projects. This item addresses those general government
capital expenditures that may fall below the established $100,000 departmental threshold. This is similar to the approach t aken for
Fire and Rescue Capital Equipment (see Fire and Rescue descriptions).
Fire and Rescue
The top project for the Fire and Rescue is the construction of the Regional Public Safety Training Center. The construction of Fire &
Rescue Station #22 in the vicinity of Route 277, with the ability to provide an annex facility for other County -related offices is the
second project. Fire and Rescue has also included a project which provides for the capital apparatus needs of this facility. Project
four includes the construction of Station #23, a new facility located in the vicinity of Crosspointe that would also provide the ability
for an annex facility for other County-related offices.
Fire and Rescue Volunteer Company Capital Equipment Requests
The revolving fund in the amount of $1,000,000 for the benefit of Fire and Rescue Services was established remains a component of
the CIP. This capital expenditure fund is for 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 a nd budget
process. This project is primarily for the benefit of the individual Volunteer Fire and Re scue Companies. Individual Fire and Rescue
Companies previously identified their own capital requests which have been added to the CIP in a lump sum amount . Each of the
capital requests meet the $100,000 guideline established by the Finance Committee.
Greenwood Fire Station has included a request for a renovation of the station and a parking lot update and Middletown Station is
seeking to demolish their existing structure and build a new station.
Sheriff’s Office
The Sheriff’s Office has included four projects in their CIP. The top project is the construction of an eight-bay steel storage building
for housing of large specialized vehicles that require coverage due to their equipment and specialized tools. Other projects include
25 new patrol vehicles, 25 Motorola 8500 mobile radios and 25 Motorola 800 portable radios.
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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 21 projects. The top three requests include Route 277 improvements,
Crossover Boulevard/Bridge over I-81 and Exit 313 Bridge Replacement and Capacity Improvements. 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.
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 construction of a new general
aviation terminal to support future airport operations continues to be number one in the CIP, followed by the Taxiway “A”
Relocation (design/construction). A number of other projects focus on land acquisition in support of airport development to meet
Federal Aviation requirements for general aviation facilities. The vast majority of the funding for these improvements comes from
the FAA and VDA.
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THE CIP TABLES - CONTENT DESCRIPTIONS
The Capital Improvements Plan tables, on the following four 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.
Projects Ranked by Department - The priority rating assigned by each agency or department for their requested 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 projectio ns.
Notes - Indicates the footnotes that apply to additional funding sources for particular projects.
Total Project Costs - The cost for each project, including the County allocations and other funding sources.
PROJECT FUNDING
The projects included in Table 1 have a total projected cost to the County of $316,734,418, this figure excludes Airport requests and
transportation projects as these are primarily funded through other sources.
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 Scho ol 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 actively seeks grants and private sources of funding for projects not funded by the
County.
• The inclusion of transportation projects to the CIP is in no way an indication that Frederick County will be undertaking
these projects. Funding projects will continue to come from a combination of state and federal funds, developer
contributions, and revenue sharing.
• Airport projects will be funded by contributions from the f ederal, state, and local governments. The local portion may
include contributions from Frederick, Clarke, Shenandoah, Warren Counties, and the City of Winchester.
Contribution Per Fiscal Year
Projects - Ranked by Department 2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025+
Long Range
Comprehensive
Plan Projects
County
Contributions Notes
Total Project
Costs
Department
Ensuing
Fiscal Year Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Beyond
Year 6+
Public Schools Please refer to the map identifying future school sites for additional school sites located throughout the County.Fourth High School $10,000,000 $44,600,000 $42,000,000 $3,000,000 $99,600,000 $99,600,000James Wood High School Additions/Renovations $21,000,000 $20,000,000 $20,000,000 $5,000,000 $66,000,000 $66,000,000Armel Elementary School Renovation/Expansion $4,000,000 $5,600,000 $4,000,000 $13,600,000 $13,600,000Indian Hollow Elementary School Renovation $6,000,000 $2,000,000 $8,000,000 $8,000,000School Board Office Renovation/Expansion TBDSherando High School Renovation/Expansion TBDApple Pie Ridge Elementary School Phase 2 Renovation TBD
Total $10,000,000 $75,600,000 $69,600,000 $27,000,000 $5,000,000 $0 $187,200,000 $187,200,000
Parks & Recreation Abrams Creek Greenway Trail $101,000 $479,985 $508,915 $1,210,000 $1,630,000 $3,929,900Snowden Bridge Park Development $2,310,000 $2,310,000 $2,310,000Community Center $617,033 $8,814,750 $9,431,783 $9,431,783Indoor Aquatic Facility $795,270 $11,361,000 $12,156,270 $12,156,270
Sherando/Clearbrook Water Slide/Spray Ground/Building Renovation $970,000 $970,000 $970,000Gym Addition Jordan Springs Elementary $66,150 $1,323,000 $1,389,150 $1,389,150
Sherando SH Park Area 1 Rec Access Phase 2 $87,465 $1,249,500 $1,336,965 $1,336,965
Sherando SH Softball Complex $108,266 $1,546,650 $1,654,916 $1,654,916
Sherando SH Park Area 3 Development $103,000 $2,257,500 $2,360,500 $2,360,500Playground Replacement $350,000 $300,000 $150,000 $250,000 $1,050,000 $1,050,000
Sherando SH Baseball Field Lighting Upgrade $898,800 $898,800 $898,800Community Park $1,040,000 $1,154,000 $2,194,000 $2,194,000Neighborhood Parks $293,000 $580,000 $4,131,000 $5,004,000 $5,004,000Regional Parks $5,400,000 $4,110,000 $6,320,000 $12,393,000 $15,830,000
Sherando S. Sherando Park Development $2,346,750 $2,346,750 $2,346,750National Guard Armory Gym Addition $600,000 $600,000 $600,000Fleet Vehicles $325,000 $322,000 $325,000
Sherando SH Park Area 1 and 2 Development $3,283,350 $3,283,350Indoor Ice Rink $6,600,000 $6,600,000
Total $3,468,151 $18,898,968 $13,214,165 $12,377,350 $6,706,750 $325,000 $17,051,000 $58,048,134 $73,671,384
Table 1 - 2020-2025 Capital Improvement Plan Requests
Contribution Per Fiscal Year
Projects - Ranked by Department 2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025+
Long Range
Comprehensive
Plan Projects
County
Contributions Notes
Total Project
Costs
Regional Library Gainesboro Library $155,023 $1,340,000 $225,736 $128,275 $1,849,034 $1,849,034Senseny/Greenwood Library TBD TBD522 South Library TBD TBD
Total $0 $155,023 $1,340,000 $225,736 $128,275 $0 $1,849,034 $1,849,034
County Administration Gore Convenience Site Expansion $35,000 $955,000 $990,000 E $990,000County Office Annex (Sunnyside)TBD TBD TBDGeneral Government Capital Expenditures $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $1,000,000 E $1,000,000County/School Board Administration Building TBD TBD E TBDJoint Judicial Center New Facility TBD TBD TBD
Total $235,000 $1,155,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $0 $1,990,000 $1,990,000
Fire & Rescue Regional Training Center $75,000 $100,000 $1,250,000 $10,000,000 $9,500,000 $10,250,000 $31,175,000 $31,175,000Fire Station 22 $400,000 $1,500,000 $1,500,000 $3,400,000 $3,400,000Station 22 Apparatus $250,000 $850,000 $1,100,000 $1,100,000Fire Station 23 $550,000 $2,150,000 $1,000,000 $3,700,000 $3,700,000
Total $75,000 $1,050,000 $5,150,000 $13,350,000 $9,500,000 $0 $10,250,000 39,375,000 $39,375,000
Fire & Rescue Company
Capital Requests Fire & Rescue Capital Equipment $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $1,000,000 E $1,000,000
Fire & Rescue Company
Capital Requests Greenwood Fire Station renovation $650,000 $650,000
including capital equipment requests Greenwood Fire Station - Parking Lot Update $270,000 $270,000Middletown Station Building Replacement $100,000 $3,500,000 $3,600,000
Total $950,000 $3,970,000 $200,000 $0 $200,000 $0 $0 1,000,000 $5,520,000
Sheriffs Office Eight Bay Building $379,000 $379,000 $379,000Replacement Vehicles $950,000 $950,000 $950,000 $950,000 $950,000 $4,750,000 $4,750,000Mobile Radios $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000Portable Radios $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000
Total $1,729,000 $1,350,000 $1,350,000 $1,350,000 $1,350,000 $0 $0 7,129,000 $7,129,000
Total $16,457,151 $102,178,991 $91,054,165 $54,503,086 $23,085,025 $325,000 $27,301,000 $296,591,168 $316,734,418
Other Funding Sources:E= Partial funding anticipated through development & revenue sourcesTBD= To be Determined
Contribution Per Fiscal Year
Projects - Ranked by Agency 2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025+
Long Range
Comprehensive
Plan Projects
County/VDOT/P
rivate
Contributions Notes
Total Project
Costs
Ensuing
Fiscal Year Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Beyond
Year 6+
Funded Priorities
Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening
and Safety Improvements (ph 1)$35,934,878 $35,934,878 E $35,934,878
Crossover Blvd and
Bridge over 81 $20,000,000 $20,000,000 E $20,000,000
Exit 313 Bridge Replacement and Capacity Improvements $34,100,000 $34,100,000 E $34,100,000
Rennaisance Drive, Phase 2 $4,100,000 $4,100,000 E $4,100,000
Route 277 right turn extension Warrior Drive $476,644 $476,644 E $476,644
Unfunded Priorities
Route 37 Engineering & Construction $750,000,000 $750,000,000 E $750,000,000
Route 277, Fairfax Pike, Widening
and Safety Improvements (ph 2)$25,428,550 $25,428,550 E $25,428,550
Redbud Road Realignment and
Exit 317 Interchange Improvements $11,239,132 $11,239,132 E $11,239,132
Widening of Route 11 North (ph 1)$28,346,120 $28,346,120 E $28,346,120
Brucetown/Hopewell Realign.$8,000,000 $8,000,000 E $8,000,000
Route 7 Corridor Improvements Exit 315 to Greenwood $5,000,000 $5,000,000 $5,000,000
Route 11 S Widening and Intersection Improvements from Winchester City Limits to Opequon Church Lane $3,300,000 $3,300,000 E $3,300,000
Widening of Route 11 North (ph2)$192,000,000 $192,000,000 E $192,000,000
Senseny Road Widening $67,000,000 $67,000,000 E $67,000,000
Senseny Road turn lanes/improvements Crestleigh Drive $2,548,579 $2,548,579 E $2,548,579
I-81 Exit 307 Relocation with 4 ln connection to Double Church and Stephens City Bypass $234,255,469 $234,255,469 E $234,255,469
Warrior Drive Extension (south)$47,000,000 $47,000,000 E $47,000,000
Channing Drive Extension $45,000,000 $45,000,000 E $45,000,000
Inverlee Way $27,300,000 $27,300,000 E $27,300,000
Warrior Drive Extension (Crosspointe south)$33,500,000 $33,500,000 E $33,500,000
Eastern Road Plan Improvements TBD TBD E TBD
Total $94,611,522 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,479,917,850 $1,574,529,372 $1,574,529,372
Other Funding Sources: E= Partial funding anticipated through development & revenue sources
Table 2 - Transportation Projects - CIP Requests
The inclusion of transportation projects to the CIP is in no way an indication that Frederick County will be undertaking these projects. Funding
projects will continue to come from a combination of state and federal funds, developer contributions, and revenue sharing
Contribution Per Fiscal Year
Projects - Ranked by Agency 2020-2021 2021-2022 2022-2023 2023-2024 2024-2025 2025+
Long Range
Comprehensive
Plan Projects
County
Contributions Notes
Total Project
Costs
Ensuing
Fiscal Year Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Beyond
Year 6+
New Aviation Terminal $1,990,000 $4,400,000 $85,400 A,B,C $6,475,400
Taxiway "A" Relocation Design/Construction $3,930,000 $3,750,000 4,050,000 $4,190,000 A,B,C $15,920,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-51 (Moreland)$175,000 A,B,C $175,000
Land Parcel 64-A-69 (Robertson)$160,000 A,B,C $160,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-33A (Beaver)$125,000 A,B,C $125,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-40 (Rosenberger)$175,000 A,B,C $175,000
Land Parcel 64-A-60 (Cooper)$200,000 A,B,C $200,000
Land Parcel 64-A-64 (Hott)$160,000 A,B,C $160,000
North Side Access Road $700,000 A,B,C $700,000
Fuel Storage Facility $600,000 A,C $600,000
RPZ Land Services $150,000 A,B,C $150,000
Land Parcel 64B-A-52 (Lee)$175,000 A,B,C $175,000
Land Parcel 64-A-59 (Kyle)$175,000 A,B,C $175,000
Acquire Easements $100,000 A,B,C $100,000
Northside Site Prep $500,000 A,B,C $500,000
Total $1,990,000 $9,150,000 $4,010,400 $5,150,000 $5,490,000 $0 $25,790,400
A= Partial funding from VA Dept. of Aviation
B= Partial funding from FAA
C = Partial local funding (% split between Frederick County and Winchester based on Weldon Cooper figures)
Table 3 - Winchester Reginal Airport CIP Requests
*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.
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APPENDIX
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
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Frederick County Public Schools Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1 - Fourth High School
Description: The new high school project will serve students grades 9-12, have a program capacity of 1,600 students, and will
address anticipated growth in high school student enrollment in th e school division. The site is located at the end of Justes Drive
behind Admiral Byrd MS. This school will be designed for collaborative education, similar to Frederick County MS, with a variety
of learning spaces to meet the needs of a variety of learning styles and to impart skills necessary in today’s working world.
Capital Cost: $99,600,000
Justification: This project will address expected growth in high school student enro llment in the school division over the next
several years. We propose to open the new high school in the fall of 2024. We project that enrollment in the high schools by
that time will be 4,809 students. High school program capacity is currently 3,785 students, a difference of 1,024.
Construction Schedule: Open August 2024
PRIORITY 2 – James Wood High School Renovations and Additions
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 1,200 students. The building serves grades 9 -12. The building is in good
condition; however, several major areas need to be addressed in a renovation. Foci of the renovation will include modification of
instructional areas to support modern, student-centered instructional delivery, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology,
finishes, and site.
Capital Cost: $66,000,000
Justification: James Wood High School is 39 years old. Renovations and additions are needed to a number of areas t o support
effective, economical, and efficient operation of the school for years to come. This school will be renovated to be more like the
4th HS, the new Frederick County MS, and the Aylor MS replacement, with a variety of learning spaces to meet the nee ds of a
variety of learning styles and to impart skills necessary in today’s working world.
Construction Schedule: Open August 2025
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PRIORITY 3 - Armel Elementary School Addition and Renovation
Description: Armel ES opened in 1991 and has served continuously as a K-5 elementary school since that time. The school
contains 70,281 square feet and has a program capacity of 558 students. As of September 15, 2019, the school has 646 students.
Eight classrooms will be added to Armel ES, to accommodate the add itional growth at Lake Frederick. The existing facility will be
updated as needed and core areas partially renovated to serve the additional students.
Capital Cost: $13,600,000
Justification: Armel Elementary School is in good condition; however, growth i n the attendance zone will need to be
addressed through the addition of classrooms to the facility
Construction Schedule: Open August 2024
PRIORITY 4 – Indian Hollow Elementary School Renovation
Description: Indian Hollow Elementary School opened in 1988 and has served continuously as an elementary school since that
time. The school contains 59,065 square feet and has a program capacity of 405 students. Currently the building serves grades
K-5. This renovation needs to address the exterior wall, windows, & doors, HVAC, and life safety systems. Repairing the exterior
wall is a pressing need.
Capital Cost: $8,000,000
Justification: Indian Hollow Elementary School is 31 years old and renovation is needed to these few areas to empower FCPS staff to
operate the building economically and efficiently until a full renovation can be accomplished.
Construction Schedule: Open August 2023
PRIORITY 5 – Administrative Office Renovation and Expansion
Description: Frederick County Public Schools’ administration has been located at the old Kline Elementary School building since
1983. Before the building was converted to offices, it served as a school starting in 1961. The facility contains 27,992 square
feet, including the 5,000 square foot Annex and the 2,400 square foot Finance Addition, but not including the four modular
classroom units that are used for offices and workspace.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: The 58-year-old Administrative Offices building does not have enough office and meeting space, needs tech nology
upgrades, and improvements to the plumbing and electrical systems to meet modern code. Meeting space is at a premium, as we
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have only 1 sizeable meeting room. There are also building security and asbestos issues. These issues will become more pre ssing as
the district (and therefore the staff) grows.
Construction Schedule: Open August 2025
PRIORITY 6 – Sherando High School Renovations and Addition
Description: Sherando High School opened in 1993. The facility contains 239,517 square feet and has a program capacity of
1,285 students serving grades 9-12. Several major areas need to be addressed in a renovation, including reorganization and
addition of classroom and storage space to better equip the building to support collaborative education. Beca use we want
the facility to last another 30 years, facility infrastructure will be renewed an d updated, and finishes will be refreshed. Other
areas to be addressed are security, traffic safety, and gender equity in athletic facilities.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: Sherando is 26 years old and will be at least 31 years old by the time we start to renovate it. Renovations are
needed to ensure the economical, efficient, and effective operation of the school for years to come. Modern instruction requi res
that a variety of learning spaces be provided, including collaborative spaces of varying sizes and project labs (similar to maker
spaces). Transportation safety concerns exist on and around the school site at Sherando during arrival and dismissal. Sherand o
does not have a softball field on site, instead using a softball field in Sherando Park. This rep resents an equity issue between boys
and girls sports and is contrary to FCPS’ policy of equity between boys and girls sports.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 7 – Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School Phase 2 Renovation
Description: Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School opened in 1974 and has served continuously as an elementary school since that
time. The school contains 65,120 square feet and has a program capacity of 459 students. Currently the building serves grades
K-5. The building is in good condition; however, several major areas need to be addressed, including open classroom space, ADA
compliance, energy conservation, security, and upgrades of fire alarms, electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School is 45 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: TBD
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Parks & Recreation Department Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1 – Abrams Creek Trail
Description: 10' wide, asphalt, shared-use trail along Abrams Creek. From Senseny Road to Channing Drive. It is estimated the trail
will have six bridge stream crossings and will be approximately 3 miles in length. As outlined below, the project is envisioned in
three phases of approximately 1 mile each. Each phase will have logical beginning and ending points and be usable trail section s in
themselves. Phase 1 from Senseny Road to Woodstock Lane. Phase 2 from Woodstock Lane to Woody's Place, and Phase 3 from
Woody's Place to Channing Drive.
Capital Cost: $3,929,900
Justification: This facility would provide recreational opportunities for residents and provide an alternate means of entering and
exiting the City of Winchester from Eastern Frederick County. This project is intended to meet the needs of the community as
identified in the 2017 Frederick County Parks and Recreation Community Survey, and the 2012 Virginia Outdoors Plan Survey.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 22-23.
PRIORITY 2 – Snowden Bridge Park Development
Description: Snowden Bridge Park, situated on land proffered by the Snowden Bridge development provides land for the provision
of an active recreation park. The above park is to include athletic fields suitable for league play. Fields, restroom and parking are
part of the park concept.
Capital Cost: $2,310,000
Justification: The overall park design is informed by the Snowden Bridge (formerly Stephenson Village) rezoning proffer of 2003.
The proffer indicates the provided land to be used for active recreation in anticipation of the population increase generated by the
development. Plans are to provide rectangular fields at this location as there are no public rectangular fields in the north of
Frederick County.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 20-21
PRIORITY 3 – Community Center
Description: The Community Center project would be approximately 44,000 square feet and include an indoor area large enough to
accommodate a minimum of two basketball courts. This court area would also be designed for utilization by indoor soccer, baseball,
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softball, wrestling, volleyball, tennis and badminton with the installation of in-floor sleeves and drop curtains or partitions. This area
could also be used for special events such as dances, proms, music festivals, garden and home, outdoor, craft, antique, quilt, or boat
shows, thus providing a flexible facility for a multitude of activities to take place at one time. The facility would also house a fitness
center, multi-purpose rooms, office, storage, and locker rooms.
Capital Cost: $9,431,783
Justification: Since its inception, the Parks and Recreation Department has relied significantly on the use of the County public
schools to house recreation programs. This arrangement adequately addressed Community Center needs for a time, however the
department currently offers over 250 sections of programs, creating a situat ion where the department is limited in its ability to meet
the programming and facility needs of the County residents. A Community Center facility will facilitate the department to meet
citizen programming demands and provide the area with a facility to a ttract new businesses to the community. This facility would
be available to all area residents and is intended to meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2017 Frederick County
Parks and Recreation Community Survey. The Department and the community have benefited from the co-location of recreation
and school facilities; however, community size warrants a separate facility dedicated to recreation use. The construction of this
project will provide a facility the Department will be able to offer year-round and all-day recreational programming to the residents
of Frederick County. This facility could be built in conjunction with or as an attachment to the Indoor Aquatic Facility and should be
centrally located.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 22-23.
PRIORITY 4 – Indoor Aquatic Facility
Description: The approximately 35,000 sf building will likely house a 10-lane competitive pool, 6-lane warm water teaching pool,
meeting rooms, shower and changing rooms, and facilities support areas. The above facility would meet the swimming needs of the
community, including HS level swim teams.
Capital Cost: $12,156,270
Justification: There are no public indoor pools in Frederick County. By constructing the indoor pool, it would permit the
department to meet competition needs, instructional needs, citizen programming provide a nucleus to attract new businesses to the
community. This project is intended to meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2017 Frederick County Parks and
Recreation Community Survey. 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.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
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PRIORITY 5 - Water Slide / Spray ground / Building Renovation
Description: Upgrade the outdoor swimming pools at both Clearbrook and S herando 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: $970,000
Justification: To provide recreational opportunities for the Clearbrook Park and Sherando Park service area. Frederick County Parks
and Recreation Department operates two outdoor swimming pools at the regional parks. These facilities are over 20 years old and
were constructed with two diving boards as the main feature for each pool. Swimming pool attendance has trended decline in
recent years and users are requesting different water features. The addition of two water slides and a spray ground to each pool
facility will appeal to families and younger children, increasing pool attendance by an estimated 30%. With the increase in
attendance and potentially fees to comparable facilities, the County would realize an increase in user fee revenue. Clearbrook and
Sherando Parks, currently owned by Frederick Coun ty, offer the best site and location for the development of this facility. With the
upgrade to the existing swimming pool facilities, the County would not have to incur costs for property acquisition or infrastructure
development, while at the same time increasing the recreational opportunities at the regional parks.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 6 – Gym Addition – Jordan Springs Elementary School
Description: This project brings the Jordan Springs Elementary School into the C ooperative Use framework for shared school and
community uses. Expanding the gymnasium from elementary size to full size (comparable to Orchard View, Greenwood Mill,
Evendale, and Gainesboro Elementary School Gyms), and adding community multi-purpose room space to the proposed school site.
Capital Cost: $1,389,150
Justification: The model in place since Orchard View Elementary was built in 2000 added gymnasium and multipurpose space to
subsequent elementary schools, as these schools are located where population growth is present. Growth in community
programming, camps, and indoor sport leagues continues to create demand for more gymnasium and multi-purpose space. Adding
pressure for this location is that there are no community center spaces in the Stone wall District, while population continues to
increase.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 7 – Sherando Park Area 1 Recreation Access Phase 2
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Description: This project continues the development vision for the NW area of Sherando Park located north of Rt. 277 as shown in
the 2016 North Sherando Park Master Plan update. Continuing the newly installed Line Drive from Warrior Drive to Landgrant Lane,
parking, restroom building, and dog park are elements of this phase.
Capital Cost: $1,336,965
Justification: This facility would provide recreational opportunities for the entire Frederick County area. This project is intended to
meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2017 Frederick County Parks and Recreation Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 8 - Sherando Park North - Softball Complex
Description: This project completes the development vision for the SE area of She rando Park located north of Rt. 277. This vision
is expressed in the 2016 North Sherando Park Master Plan update. Included are softball fields to complete the com plex, a shared
use trail segment, roadway and parking.
Capital Cost: $1,654,916
Justification: This facility would provide recreational opportunities for the entire Frederick County area. In addition to its use as a
recreational facility, it will be used by the Frederick County school system. Presently, there are ten softball/baseball fields within the
County’s regional park system. Eight of ten existing fields mus t serve a dual purpose of facilitating youth baseball as well as youth
and adult softball programs. With the increased usage of these fields, it has become more difficult to facilitate these programs. This
project is needed in order for the Parks and Recreation Department to accommodate the existing demand of youth baseball and
adult softball programs. This project is intended to meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2017 Frederick County
Parks and Recreation Community Survey. Sherando Park, currently owned by Frederick County, represents the very best site for
softball 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 Sherando High School. Joint use of facilities between the park and school system has
facilitated school activities and recreation programs.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
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PRIORITY 9 - Sherando Park Area 3 Development
Description: This project completes the development vision for the SW area of Sherando Park located north of Rt. 277. This vision is
expressed in the 2016 North Sherando Park Master Plan update. Included are rectangular play fields, a share d use trail segment,
roadway and parking, playground, restroom, and maintenance building.
Capital Cost: $2,360,500
Justification: This facility would provide recreational opportunities for the entire Frederick County area. In addition to its use as a
recreational facility, it will be used by the Frederick County School System. With the development of N Sherando Softball Complex
(CIP item #9) two rectangular play fields will be displaced. The development of area 3 not only addresses this direct result, but also
addresses additional identified needs of the community.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 22-23.
PRIORITY 10 - Playground Replacement
Description: This project schedules replacement for playgrounds at County Parks.
Capital Cost: $1,050,000
Justification: County park playgrounds are popular amenities at County-owned parks. The playgrounds will need to be replaced to
meet user expectations.
Construction Schedule: This project is anticipated to be ongoing, a four-year schedule is proposed. Year 1: CB main playground,
Frederick Heights. Year 2: CB 2nd playground, SH 2nd playground. Year 3: SH 3rd playground. Year 4: SH Main playground.
PRIORITY 11 – Sherando Ballfield Lighting Replacement
Description: Upgrade the ballfield lighting at Sherando Parks Baseball facilities. The upgrade would involve the removal of the
30/20 FC (footcandle) level fixtures, lamps, and wood poles and repla ce with 50/30 FC (footcandle) level fixtures, lamps and steel
poles on (4) four fields at Sherando Park. This standard is required by Little League International on all little league fields. LED light
fixtures are specified, as HID fixtures are facing ob solescence.
Acquisition of Parkland (35 acres)
Capital Cost: $898,800
Justification: The Parks and Recreation Commission is recommending the ballfield light system be upgraded to achieve the
recommended 50/30 footcandle level lighting on the playing surface. This will facilitate the provision of recreational opportunities
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at Sherando Park for the service areas which include all Frederick County residents. The field light fixtures are over twenty-five years
old and are affixed to poles.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 12 – Community Park
Description: The Community Park needs include continued development of existing parks, and the acquisition of approximately
thirty-five acres for an additional park located in eastern Frederick County. Developed amenities will ultimately be determined by
the specific site, however typical development would include:
• Acquisition of Parkland; 35 acres
• Paved & Gravel Paths
• Playground
• Tot lot
• Shelters
• Lighted Basketball & Tennis courts
• Open Play Fields
• Toilets
• Parking
• Shade Trees & Turf
Capital Cost: $2,194,000
Justification: Potential acreage for parkland would be located close to population density, east of Winchester, Redbud / Shawnee
district area. The location of this project would provide developed parkland to create more accessible recreational facilities and
opportunities to the residents Frederick County.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 23-24.
PRIORITY 13 – Neighborhood Parks
Description: The Neighborhood project includes the continued development of existing and acquisition of six new sites o f
approximately ten acres and the subsequent development of these sites. Developed amenities will ultimately be determined by the
specific site, however typical development would include:
• Acquisition of Parkland, 10 acres per site
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• Paved Path
• Playground
• Shelter
• Hard Surface Courts
• Open Play Fields
• Parking
Capital Cost: $5,004,000
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 2013 Virginia Outdoors Plan. This project is intended to meet the
needs of the community as identified in the 2017 Frederick County Parks and R ecreation Community Survey. Potential acreage for
parkland would be located in the Urban Development Ar ea or Rural Community Centers. The location of this project would provide
parkland developed to create more accessible recreational facilities and opportunities to the residents of Frederick County.
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PRIORITY 14 – Regional Park
Description: Acquisition of Parkland:
• Northeastern Frederick County 150-200 acres
• Western Frederick County 150-200 acres
• Eastern Frederick County 150-200 acres
Capital Cost: $15,830,000
Justification: This project would meet the recreation needs of the Frederick County population.
Construction Schedule: 2023-beyond 25
PRIORITY 15 - S. Sherando Park Development
Description: This project completes the development vision for the area of Sherando Park located south of Rt . 277. This vision is
expressed in the 2002 Sherando Park Master Plan update as well as other identified improvements. Included are rectangular play
fields, skate park, roadway and parking, lake trail, and restroom.
Capital Cost: $2,346,750
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Justification: These improvements would provide recreational opportunities for the entire Frederick County area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 24-25.
PRIORITY 16 - National Guard Armory Gym Addition
Description: Through an agreement with the National Guard, Frederick County would convert the existing buildings assembly space
to a gymnasium. The project includes flooring and air conditioning.
Capital Cost: $600,000
Justification: The model in place since Orchard View Elementary was built in 2000 added gymnasiu m and multipurpose space to
elementary schools, as these schools are located where population growth is present. Growth in community programming, camps,
and indoor sport leagues continues to create demand for more gymnasium and multi -purpose space.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 23-24.
PRIORITY 17 – Fleet Trip Vehicles
Description:
Bus #1 – 40-50 Passenger Bus
Bus #2 – 30-40 Passenger Bus
Van #1 – 12 Passenger Van
Capital Cost: $325,000
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: Long range planning objective – beyond FY25
PRIORITY 18 – N Sherando Park Area 1 & 2 Development
Description: This project completes the development vision for the area of Sherando Park located north of Rt. 277 and Wrights Run.
This vision is expressed in the 2016 North Sherando Park Master Plan update. Included are multi-use trail, mountain bike trails,
restrooms, pavilions, roadway and parking.
Capital Cost: $3,283,350
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Justification: This facility would provide recreational opportunities for the entire Frederick County area. This project is intended to
meet the needs of the community as identified in the 2017 Fred erick County Parks and Recreation Community Survey.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 23-24.
PRIORITY 19 – 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 above ice rink may be
collocated with other compatible uses should opportunities arise, reducing the acreage demand.
Capital Cost: $6,600,000
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 2017 Frederick County Parks and Recreation Community Survey. The Indoor Ice Rink 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: Long range planning objective – beyond FY25
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Handley Regional Library Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1 - Frederick County Library Branch - Gainesboro
Description: Construction of a 4,000 to 5,000 sf branch library, either as a stand-alone 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. This projected branch would fit
per discussions with FCPS on existing property and was outlined in a document prepared by FCPS students five years ago.
Capital Cost: $1,849,034
Justification: This branch would serve citizens living in this growing area: In 2018-2019 Frederick County citizens of all ages checked
out 460,355 (traditional) + 96,928 (electronic) = 557,283 items. 32,570 Frederick County residents have library cards and averaged
64.7% of all materials checked out of the regional system (inactive users were purged 11/18 per state requirements). As of June
2017, 3018 new registrations; as of June 2018, 2850, new registrations (these are end of FY numbers for each year ). Frederick
County residents, adults and children, registered for library cards for the first time in 2017-2018. This population group in the
Gainesboro District is not close to a library in the regional system. This new library would serve a sizeable population of Frederick
County that is not being served. The Library will provide materials and programming for citizens from toddlers to senior citizens. It
will provide recreational and educational materials. It will be a prime source for homework help since it wi ll be open nights and on
weekends when school libraries are closed. The library will supply computer access via Wi-Fi, rental tablets and hotspots, via
desktop/laptop computers for word processing, as well as other office applications and for Internet usa ge. There will be a meeting
room of 180 square feet in which area groups can meet.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 24-25.
PRIORITY 2 - Frederick County Library Branch - Senseny/Greenwood
Description: Construction of a 10,000 sf branch library with expansion possible to 15,000 square feet. Initial parking should be for
a minimum of 65 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 2018-2019 Frederick County citizens of all ages checked out 460,355 (traditional) + 96,928 (electronic) = 557,283 items. 32,570
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Frederick County residents have library cards and averaged 64.7 % of all materials che cked out of the regional system (inactive users
were purged 11/18 per state requirements). As of June 2017, 3018 new registrations; as of June 2018, 2850, new registrations
(these are end of FY numbers for each year). Frederick County residents, adults and children, registered for library cards for the first
time in 2017-2018. As noted above the population group in the Redbud/Shawnee Districts is not close to a library in the regional
system. The Library will provide materials and programming for citizens 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 o n weekends when school
libraries are closed. The library will supply computer access via Wi-Fi, rental tablets and hotspots, via desktop/laptop computers for
word processing, as well as other office applications and for Internet usage. There will be a me eting room of 800 square feet in
which area groups can meet.
Construction Schedule: Long range planning objective – beyond FY25
PRIORITY 3 – 522 South Library
Description: Construction of a 7,000 sf 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 acre or collocated with the new High School projected to be built in the
same area.
Capital Cost: TBD
Justification: This branch would serve citizens living in this growing area:
In 2018-2019 Frederick County citizens of all ages checked out 460,355 (traditional) + 96,928 (ele ctronic) = 557,283 items. 32,570
Frederick County residents have library cards and averaged 64.7 % of all materials checked out of the regional system (inactive users
were purged 11/18 per state requirements). As of June 2017, 3018 new registrations; as of June 2018, 2850, new registrations
(these are end of FY numbers for each year). Frederick County residents, adults and children, registered for library cards for the first
time in 2017-2018. This population group in the Opequon District is not close to a library in the regional system. This new Library
will serve an area of Frederick County largely unserved by our current branches. The Library will provide materials and programming
for citizens 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 via Wi-Fi, rental tablets and hotspots, via desktop/laptop computers for word processing, as well as 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: Long range planning objective – beyond FY25
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County Administration Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1 - Gore Citizens Convenience Site
Description: The project will expand refuse capacity in the Gor e community by installing a surplus trash compactor. Converting
the Gore facility from one which utilizes 10 8-yard boxes for refuse collection to one that uses a trash compactor will drive down
collection costs dramatically by improving efficiency. In order to accomplish this, and improve traffic flow, and the construction of a
compactor and recycling staging areas, the site will be expanded onto an adjoining parcel already owned by the County. This
construction will take place over a period of months. Naturally, the site will be screened from a residential home next door.
Capital Cost: $990,000
Justification: A total of 3,544 vehicles used this facility during August 2019, an incre ase of five percent over 2018 which
represented an increase of ten percent compared to 2017 figures. On a typical Saturday, 147 residents used the site. Sunday traffic
peaks at 120 during a five-hour shift. The investment will quickly result in lower refuse collection costs through compaction and
efficiency prior to transport to the landfill. Also, a compactor in place will contain all refuse in an enclosed receiver ca n, reducing
odor, vectors and blowing litter, all of which are challenges when using open trash collection containers. The project will also
provide much-needed capacity during heavy flow times such as weekends and holidays. All 10 containers now fill to capacity during
Saturdays and Sundays. Numerous times, the site has closed early on Sundays when capacity is reached. A 40-yard roll-off is used
during the holidays to contain excess trash, an additional hauling expense. An upgraded site will meet the curr ent and future solid
waste needs of the Gore community.
The Public Works Committee supports this project.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 2 – County Office Annex (Former Sunnyside Plaza Shopping Center)
Description: This project consists of the renovation of an existing shopping center containing approximately 6 4,000 square feet
located at the Intersection of Fox Drive and Route 522 in the County’s Urban Development Area. This project will accommodate the
relocation of certain departments (TDB) from the 107 N. Kent Street complex to this County office annex in order to address existing
and future space needs of County departments.
Capital Cost: TBD
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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 3 - General Government Capital Expenditures
Description: This 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 project consists of a County/School Board Administration Building, to be located generally in the County’s Urban
Development Area. The Joint Administrative Office Complex project is for a new 150,000 square foot office building shared with the
County Schools Administration. The Schools’ portion would be 50,000 square feet.
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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PRIORITY 5 - Joint Judicial Center New Facility
Description: This new project consists of a new future Joint Judicial Center Facility to be located generally in the City of Winchester
or 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. The need for this project has been established through ongoing communication with the court
system and the City of Winchester.
Construction Schedule: TBD
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Fire & Rescue Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1- Shenandoah Valley Regional Public Safety 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.
The Training Center will be located in the area central to the region which is the Middletown area of Frederick County. This area will
facilitate necessary access by all participating agencies and jurisdictions as well as be inc orporated into the existing facilities of the
Lord Fairfax Community College and the Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy – Middletown Campus. The Training
Center will require between eighty (80) to one hundred (100) acres to facilitate the requ ired buildings, associated props, and other
training areas.
The determination for the exact buildings, associated props, and training areas will be determined by the agencies needs assessed
by the Public Safety Training Center Questionnaire that was distributed in July 2007. The proposed Training Center will be
developed in a phased approach based on the strategic needs of the Northern Shenandoah Valley Region. The exact size, square
footage, and capacity of the buildings, associated props, and training areas will also be determined by the agencies as well as
designed to meet the specifications of the regulatory authorities within the Commonwealth of 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 Valley which causes students and instructors to travel into the Washington Metropo litan
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: Long Range Project – Beyond FY 2025.
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PRIORITY 2 - Frederick County Fire & Rescue Station 22
Description: Construct a two-bay Fire and Rescue Station with satellite Sheriff’s office and County office space for Treasurer’s,
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.
Capital Cost: $3,400,000
Justification: Development near this area will necessitate the development of this station. The Lake Frederick 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 hous ing types.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 23-24.
PRIORITY 3 - Frederick County Fire and Rescue Station 22 Apparatus
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: $1,100,000
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. 1 901 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 functi on 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 ot her 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 23-24.
PRIORITY 4 - Fire and Rescue Station 23 / Annex Facilities
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,
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Treasurer’s 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: As commercial and residential developments continue to expand in this area of Frederick County, and with the
increased traffic on Rt. 37 and I-81, the calls for emergency services increases as well. To address the needs of the growing
community and to maintain efficient response times, the addition of a new fire and rescue station is needed.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 23-24.
Fire & Rescue Company Capital Project Requests
Capital Equipment Fire & Rescue – Vehicles & Equipment
Description: This 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 cap ital 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 AND 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
Individual Fire & Rescue Company Capital and Capital Equipment Requests.
Greenwood Fire Station – Renovation
Description: Living Quarters Upgrade / Expansion project. This will include remodeling the upstairs portion of the building,
approximately 4,638 sq. ft. of living space. The project will convert the existing open space to add four (4) bunk rooms with four (4)
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beds in each room; upgrade the existing kitchen; add bathroom facilities for male and female, with each containing lockers and
shower facilities. The upgrade will add a training room and a fitness area to the 2nd floor. The project will also include a renovation
of the 1st floor space.
Capital Cost: $650,000
Justification: Greenwood will be remodeling the day room, bunk rooms, and work areas to accommodate the additional Staff and
Volunteers that are providing fire and rescue service. The existing space is outdated and will not accommodate the potential
additional Staff that will be assigned to our Station.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 20-21.
Greenwood Fire Station – Parking Lot Renovation
Description: Refurbish the existing front apron (approximately 22,00 sf) and 350 space parking lot.
Capital Cost: $270,000
Justification: The existing front apron is deteriorating due to the weight of the equipment and the right-of-away draining under the
apron. The reminder of the parking lot needs to be stabilized and resurfaced.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 20-21.
Middletown Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company– Building Addition 101
Description: Demolish original building and 1st addition to the station and rebuild new facility addition. This addition will provide
larger bunkrooms for male and female, locker rooms, bathrooms, offices, storage, physical fitness room and apparatus bays.
Capital Cost: $3,600,000
Justification: It is essential for Middletown Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company Inc. to maintain our capabilities in emergency
response and the facilities to house the apparatus, tools and equipment and provide suitable living qu arters for our members and
FCFRD Staff. Currently we are out of space in bunkrooms for additional staff that is already slated to come, apparatus bay doors are
too small for larger apparatus and the buildings are in need of repair.
Construction Schedule: FY 21-22.
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Sheriff’s Office Project Priority List
PRIORITY 1 – 8 Bay Steel Building for Large Vehicles
Description: Construct an 8-bay steel building for housing of large specialized vehicles that require coverage due to the large
amount of equipment and specialized tools. This project does not require the purchase of land as it will be constructed on the
property of the Frederick County Public Safety Building. The building will allow for the maintenance, storage, security of all the
large specialized vehicles that are required for the special operations teams. This building size will be 4,256 square feet and will
require 13,500 square feet to build. This will be an 8-bay, 4-garage door, equipment storage building with a 35x76 front concrete
pad.
Capital Cost: $379,000
Justification: This project will facilitate the required housing of vehicles that are used for the special purpose teams. These vehicles
are required to be protected from the weather to ensure quick responses to emergencies. Protecti ng the vehicles will allow the
longevity of the vehicle by reducing engine wear and exposure to fluctuating weather conditions. Due to these vehicles belonging to
specialty teams, the vehicles house important and expensive equipment. This equipment allow s personnel of each specialty team to
conduct the mission at hand. Much of the equipment has to be maintained at certain temperatures in order to function at a
moment’s notice. This project will ensure the equipment is at the ready at all times. Stable conditions for equipment also ensures
the permanency of the equipment thus saving countless amounts of money.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 20-21.
PRIORITY 2 – Replacement of Law Enforcement Vehicles
Description: This project is to indicate projected cost of replacement vehicles to the fleet of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office
over the next five years. This will ensure the replacement of end of service life vehicles to the Sheriff's Office fleet, as well as, cost
effectiveness for repairs to failing vehicles.
Capital Cost: $5,220,000
Justification: This project is needed to meet the basic requirements for Law Enforcement Officers when responding to calls,
patrolling of the County, community safety and safety of the Officers. This will offset the cost of purchasing vehicles that were not
replaced during the 2010-2012 budget years due to budget restraints. If this project is approved, it will drop the cost of purchasing
46 vehicles per year to approximately 25 per year on a rotating basis.
Construction Schedule: Multi-year objective
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PRIORITY 3 – Apex 8500 mobile radios
Description: This project is in conjunction with the implemented vehicle replacement timeline. This project will update the mobile
radio system for each replaced vehicle. The Sheriff's Office has been recycling all the old radio systems from previous vehicles for so
long that the current equipment is obsolete. This equipment will be inter-operable with any band radio system that the County
decides to go with after the radio study.
Capital Cost: $1,000,000
Justification: This project is needed for equipping all timeline replaced vehicles with current and up-to-date radio systems in order
to communicate with the Emergency Communication Center. This project will also be P-25 and narrow band compliant as outlined
by FCC regulations.
Construction Schedule: Multi-year objective
PRIORITY 4 – Apex 8000 portable radios
Description: This project is in conjunction with the implemented mobile radio replacement timeline. This project will update the
portable radio system for each replaced vehicle. The Sheriff's Office has been recycling all the old portable radio systems for so long
that the current equipment is obsolete.
Capital Cost: $1,000,000
Justification: This project is needed for equipping all timeline replaced portables with current and up-to-date radio systems in
order to communicate with the Emergency Communication Center. This project will also be P-25 and narrow band compliant as
outlined by FCC regulations. This project is need for all the specialty teams that operate outside of their vehicle while on call outs
and rescue missions.
Construction Schedule: Multi-year objective
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Transportation Committee Project Priority List
Funded Priorities
PRIORITY 1 - Route 277 Widening and Safety Improvements (Ph 1)
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at I-81 and continuing to Double Church Road. Project would include
realignment of Aylor Road to align with Stickley Drive.
Capital Cost: $35,934,878
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 2 -Crossover Boulevard and Bridge over I-81
Description: Construct a 4-lane divided roadway beginning at Route 522 and going west to connect with Crossover Boulevard in the
City of Winchester. Project will include a roundabout at the location of future Warrior Drive and bridge over Interstate 81.
Capital Cost: $20,000,000
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: Completion September 2021
PRIORITY 3 – Exit 313 Bridge Replacement and Capacity Improvements
Description: Replace the structurally deficient bridge at Exit 313 and add limited capacity improvements.
Capital Cost: $34,100,000
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Justification: The bridge on Route 17/50/522 (Millwood Pike) Bridge over Interstate 81 at Exit 313 is reaching the end of its service
life and needs to be replaced. The new bridge will feature design elements that will accommodate future improvements to the
Route 17/50/522 corridor and future improvements to I-81. The interchange configuration will not change with this project.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 4 - Renaissance Drive, Phase 2
Description: Construct a connector road and Railroad Crossing between Route 11 and Shady Elm Drive.
Capital Cost: $4,100,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will address congestion at key points along Route 11 and Apple Valley
Drive. This project is identified in Secondary Road Improvements Plan.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 5 - Route 277 right turn lane extension at Warrior Drive
Description: Extend right-turn lane for eastbound 277 at the intersection of Rt. 277 and Warrior Drive. Installation of sidewalk for
pedestrian safety and installation of pedestrian pedestal.
Capital Cost: $476,644
Justification: This improvement would be a significant safety upgrade to this intersection.
Construction Schedule: TBD
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Unfunded Priorities
PRIORITY 6 - Planning, Engineering, Right-of-Way and Construction Work for Route 37
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: $750,000,000
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 7 - 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: $25,428,550
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 8- Redbud Road Realignment and Exit 317 Interchange Improvements
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Description: Realign Redbud Road from its current location through development land in the vicinity of Route 11 north and Snowden
Bridge Boulevard and interchange upgrades to improve traffic flow and safety.
Capital Cost: $11,239,132
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 9 - Route 11 North Widening to 6 Lanes from Snowden Bridge Boulevard to Old Charlestown Road
Description: Route 11 North of Snowden Bridge Boulevard is currently primarily a two-lane roadway. This project would widen that
facility to a 6-lane divided roadway with turn lanes where appropriate.
Capital Cost: $28,346,120
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will provide a significant capacity upgrade to address congestion on the
Route 11 Corridor. This project is identified in the adopted Eastern Road Plan.
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: $8,000,000
Justification: This is a transportation improvement that will have sign ificant impact on the Route 11 corridor. The location is
identified by joint planning efforts between the County and VDOT.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 11 – Route 7 Corridor Improvements from Exit 315 to Greenwood Road
Description: Spot improvements throughout the corridor to be determined through ongoing study in coordination with VDOT.
Capital Cost: $5,000,000
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Justification: The County is engaged in a STARS study with VDOT through the MPO. This study will be used to identify key spot
improvements to be addressed under this item.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 12 – Route 11 S Widening & Intersection Improvements from Winchester City Limits to Opequon Church Lane
Description: Route 11 S, NB side widening and improvements to the intersection of Shawnee Drive at Route 11 and Opequon Church
Lane at Route 11
Capital Cost: $3,300,000
Justification: Transportation study conducted in conjunction with the MPO and VDOT determined that these improvements would
significantly improve congestion and safety in the area. In addition, this improvement would promote the Comprehensive Plan
vision for this area.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 13- Widening of Route 11 North to the West Virginia State Line
Description: Improve Route 11 to a divided 4 and 6-lane facility as detailed in the Eastern Road Plan.
Capital Cost: $192,000,000
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 14 - 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: $67,000,000
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 15 - Senseny Road Turn lanes at the intersection of Senseny Road and Crestleigh Drive
Description: Improvements to the intersection of Senseny Road (657) and Crestleigh Drive to include turn lanes and potential
signalization. This project would add left and right turn lanes to Senseny Road at the intersection of Crestleigh and potentially a full
signalization of the intersection.
Capital Cost: $2,548,579
Justification: This improvement would be a significant safety upgrade to this intersection.
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 16- Interstate 81, Exit 307 Relocation
Description: Construct a relocated Exit 307 interchange.
Capital Cost: $234,255,469
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 17- 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: $47,000,000
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: TBD
PRIORITY 18 - 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: $45,000,000
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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 19 - 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: $27,300,000
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 20 - Warrior Drive Extension from Route 37 Crosspointe south to existing terminus
Description: 4-lane roadway from the Route 37 extension in the Crosspointe Development south to the existing terminus of Warrior
Drive.
Capital Cost: $33,500,000
Justification: This improvement would be concurrent with a Route 37 extension and would provide significant congestion relief at
Exit 307 as well as Tasker Road at Exit 310
Construction Schedule: TBD
PRIORITY 21 - 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 - New Airport Terminal
Description: The Airport proposes design, bid, and construction of a new terminal building. The new facility will be constructed
south of the existing building.
Capital Cost: $6,475,400
Justification: The project will facilitate the construction of a replacement aircraft parking apron during the associated taxiway
relocation project designed to meet FAA airport design criteria. Additionally, due to its age, numerous building systems are in need
of significant repair or replacement. In 2008, a study was completed to examine needs and costs to renovate the existing ter minal
building. After review, the Winchester Regional Airport Authority (WRAA) determined that, when considered along with the
taxiway/apron described above, it would be more economical and practical to relocate the facility.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 22-23.
PRIORITY 2 – Taxiway “A” Relocation
Description: The relocation of Taxiway A is part of the overall goal to meet Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) airport standards
to maintain CAT I Instrument Landing System (ILS) weather minimums and meet design criteria for Group III aircraft.
Capital Cost: $15,920,000
Justification: This project improves the safety of airport operations and enhances our ability to accommodate large business
aircraft. Due to the complexity of relocating the entir e 5,500’ taxiway, the project has been phased. Special consideration will be
made to the timing of construction for the portion of taxiway that runs adjacent to the terminal building (also proposed for
replacement).
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 24-25.
PRIORITY 3 – Land Parcel 64B-A-51 (Moreland)
Description: The airport seeks to acquire parcel 64B-A-51: Moreland on Bufflick Road to meet Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) runway protection zone (RPZ) design standards for Runway 14. Services include appraisals, review appraisals, negotiations,
and fee simple purchase of the parcel.
Capital Cost: $175,000
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Justification: The parcel encompasses areas that must be protected in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 77 and
the Code of Virginia. This property must be controlled by the airport to ensure there are no operational impacts from obstructions
or incompatible land use in this area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 23-24.
PRIORITY 4 – Land Parcel 64-A-69 (Robertson)
Description: The airport seeks to acquire parcel 64-A-69: Robertson off Bufflick Road to meet Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) design standards for the taxiway object free area (TOFA) for Taxiway "A". Services include appraisals, review appraisals,
negotiations, and fee simple purchase of the parcel.
Capital Cost: $160,000
Justification: The parcel encompasses areas that must be protected in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 77 and
the Code of Virginia. This property must be controll ed by the airport to ensure there are no operational impacts from obstruction s
or incompatible land use in this area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 5 – Land Parcel 64B-A-33A (Beaver)
Description: The airport seeks to acquire parcel 64B-A-33A: Beaver off Bufflick Road to meet Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
runway protection zone (RPZ) design standards for Runway 14. Services include appraisals, review appraisals, negotiations, and fee
simple purchase of the parcel.
Capital Cost: $125,000
Justification: The parcel encompasses areas that must be protected in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 77 and
the Code of Virginia. This property must be controlled by the airport to ensure there a re no operational impacts from obstructions
or incompatible land use in this area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 6 – Land Parcel 64B-A-40 (Rosenberger)
Description: The airport seeks to acquire parcel 64B-A-40: Rosenberger off Bufflick Road to meet Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) runway protection zone (RPZ) design standards for Runway 14. Services include appraisals, review appraisals, negotiations,
and fee simple purchase of the parcel.
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Capital Cost: $175,000
Justification: The parcel encompasses areas that must be protected in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 77 and
the Code of Virginia. This property must be controlled by the airport to ensure there are no operational impacts from obstructions
or incompatible land use in this area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 7 – Land Parcel 64-A-60 (Cooper)
Description: The airport seeks to acquire parcel 64-A-60: Cooper off Bufflick Road to meet Federal Aviation Administration (FA A)
design standards for the taxiway object free area (TOFA) for Taxiway "A". Services include appraisals, review appraisals,
negotiations, and fee simple purchase of the parcel.
Capital Cost: $200,000
Justification: The parcel encompasses areas that must be protected in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 77 and
the Code of Virginia. This property must be controlled by the airport to ensure there are no operational impacts from obstructions
or incompatible land use in this area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 8 – Land parcel 64-A-64 (Hott)
Description: The airport seeks to acquire parcel 64-A-64: Hott off Bufflick Road to meet Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
design standards for the taxiway object free area (TOFA) for Taxiway "A". Services include appraisals, review appraisals,
negotiations, and fee simple purchase of the parcel.
Capital Cost: $160,000
Justification: The parcel encompasses areas that must be protected in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 77 and
the Code of Virginia. This property must be controlled by the airport to ensure there are no operational impacts from obstructions
or incompatible land use in this area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 21-22.
PRIORITY 9 – North Side Access Road
Description: This project proposes to construct a two-lane service road around the end of Runway 14. The road will be an
appropriate length so that vehicles remain clear of navigation aid critical areas.
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Capital Cost: $700,000
Justification: The approved airport layout plan shows new development on the north side of the runway. With operations on both
sides of the runway, ground vehicles will require access to both sides for fuel delivery, inspections, maintenance, and transportation
of personnel. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) encourages the construction of service roads around aircraft activity areas
to prevent unauthorized access to runways and taxiways.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 24-25.
PRIORITY 10 –Fuel Storage Facility
Description: The current facility is in need of renovation to continue to meet DEQ and/or EPA requirements.
Capital Cost: $600,000
Justification: The fuel storage facility has not undergone major maintenance since it was installed. This project is to renovate the
facility to ensure it continues to meet DEQ and EPA requirements.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 23-24.
PRIORITY 11 – RPZ Land Services
Description: Surveys, appraisals, review appraisals, and acquisition of 4 avigation easements identified on the airport property
map; PE2, PE3, PE4, and PE5.
Capital Cost: $150,000
Justification: The parcels underlie the approach path to Runway 14. Certain land uses have the potential to cause negative impacts
to airport operations. Avigation easements will help protect the airport from consequences that may result from obstructions or
incompatible land uses in these areas.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 23-24.
PRIORITY 12 – Land Parcel 64B-A-52 (Lee)
Description: The airport seeks to acquire parcel 64B-A-52: Lee on Bufflick Road to ensure continued protection of sensitive airport
areas. Services include appraisals, review appraisals, negotiations, and fee simple purchase of the parcel.
Capital Cost: $175,000
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Justification: The parcel encompasses areas that must be protected in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 77 and
the Code of Virginia. This property must be controlled by the airport to ensure there are no operational impacts from obstructions
or incompatible land use in this area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 24-25.
PRIORITY 13 – Land Parcel 64-A-59 (Kyle)
Description: The airport seeks to acquire parcel 64-A-59: Kyle on Bufflick Road to ensure continued protection of sensitive airport
areas. Services include appraisals, review appraisals, negotiations, and fee simple purchase of the parcel.
Capital Cost: $175,000
Justification: The parcel encompasses areas that must be protected in accordance with 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 77 and
the Code of Virginia. This property must be controlled by the airport to ensure there are no operational impacts from obstructions
or incompatible land use in this area.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 24-25.
PRIORITY 14 – Acquire Easements
Description: The airport seeks to acquire easements scoped for purchase in the "RPZ Land Services" project; identified as PE2, PE3,
PE4, and PE5 on the airport property map.
Capital Cost: $100,000
Justification: The parcels underlie the approach path to Runway 14. Certain land uses have the potential to cause negative impacts
to airport operations. Avigation easements will help protect the airport from consequences that may result from obstructions or
incompatible land uses in these areas.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 24-25.
PRIORITY 14 – Northside Site Prep
Description: Site preparation (e.g., grading, utilities) of future aeronautical development and commercial entrance onto airport
property off Coverstone Drive extended.
Capital Cost: $500,000
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Justification: The area on the north side of the airport has been through the NEPA environmental approval process. It is the most
attractive area on the airport for build-to-suit facilities. The project will make it more attractive to private investment and is in
keeping with the airport's business and marketing plans.
Construction Schedule: Completion in FY 23-24.
Adopted by the
Frederick County
Board of Supervisors
TBD
Recommended by the
Frederick County
Planning Commission
TBD
FREDERICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA
2020-2025
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN