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ZM-53 - LEESBURG BUILDERS, INC. , NOVEMBER 28, 1984.
A regular meeting of the Leesburg Town Council was held in the Council
Chambers, 10 Loudoun Street, S.W. , Leesburg, Virginia on November 28, 1984 at
7:30 p.m. The meeting was called to order by the Mayor, with the invocation
given by Mr. Tolbert, and followed with the Salute to the Flag led by Mrs.
Hill. Present were: Mayor Robert E. Sevila, Councilmembers Charles A. Bos,
Arl Curry, Marylou Hill, Brian T. Kelley, John W. Tolbert, Jr. and Charles J.
Williams; also Town Manager Jeffrey H. Minor, Director of Finance Paul York,
Director of Planning and Development Martha Semmes, Director of Utility
Plants Randolph W. Shoemaker, Zoning Administrator Mark Nelis and Town Attor-
ney George M. Martin.
PETITIONERS:
Rev. Howard Wilson, pastor of the Methodist Church on East North Stieet,
said he has been trying to get a parking place in front of his church for the
last seven years - County employees park in front of his church. This is the
only church in town with this problem. He asked Council to give consideration
to this request - just for one space so he can have a place to park when he is
to meet one of his parishioners for counseling. He has been told this is a
special privilege, however, he notes that Church Street is reserved for police
parking only - this is a special privilege.
Mr. Phillip Brownrigg, Chairman of the Board of Architectural Review, said • .
he has been advised that three members of the Board (including him) will not be
reappointed to that Board. A recent article in the Times-Mirror quotes some
councilmembers as desiring a "new focus and new blood" - one does not want the
change to be a detriment, but to give other citizens an opportunity to serve.
Who benefits from this - the town or the appointee? Once a dowdy area with a
dozen vacant stores , the business area is now a busy and attractive place -
its store fronts and facades not locked into a particular period, but repre-
sentative of nearly every building style from the 18th century to this one.
On a pleasant week-end afternoon, as many as half a dozen tour buses may be
seen parked around the Visitor's Center. Their passengers go in and out of
the shops and restaurants, adding to the prosperity of the Old and Historic
District. Busloads come regularly from Washington, Richmond - even Tidwater,
Virginia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania - to spend part of a day in or around
what many describe as the most attractive downtown anywhere within a hundred
miles or more of Washington. This came about the hard way. He recited the
history of the Old and Historic District. Membership on the Board of Archi-
tectural Review should not be a political plumb - it takes a year or more
for a non-architect to absorb and understand the 16 criteria, proportion,
scale, details, etc. that the Board is bound by the ordinance to follow and
to give them thoughtful consideration. In the meantime, the town derives no =
realbenefit from the presence of the so-called "new blood" until experience
finally makes that person's vote on the Board meaningful to the town's fu-
ture. Building owners, developers, etc. , having learned to work with a Board
of a certain make-up, are uncertain which plans will be acceptable and which
not. He challenged the advocates of change in membership of the Board to
state publicly and specifically exactly what perceived problems the "new
focus" will center on and what the "new blood" will do for the town. Unless
the town will be better off, why a change? The Board has done much good
since it was established - he could see nothing but trouble ahead if new mem .
bers are added. He said sincerely and fervently "if it ain't broke, don't
fix it."
Mayor Sevila asked Mr. Burke McCahill, Chairman of the Environmental Ad-
visory Commission, to assist him in the presentation of Certificates of Appre-
ciation to three local businesses which have contributed significantly to the
improvement of the environment here in Leesburg. Mr. McCahill recognized Martha
Semmes and Mark Nelis for their assistance and thanked them personally and on
behalf of the Commission. He also recognized Nathaniel Jacques and Fred Het-
zel, Sr. , members of the Environmental Advisory Commission.
Mayor Sevila presented Certificates of Appreciation to the following:
(1) Roy Rogers Restaurant for landscaping around the restaurant - this
is a significant improvement over what you frequently find around fast food res-
taurants. Mr. Pete Plumondon commended the Environmental Advisory Commission
for measuring them. It creates-an awareness in the business community, as well
as in themselves. When you receive an award, it's worth working for. He thanked
the townspeople for their support of their business.
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(2) Goodyear Tire Center, which exemplifies the architectural type of
building that the Commission likes to see here. It is a well constructed,
visually attractive store and they voluntarily complied with the East Market
Street Design with their signage. This was accepted by Mr. John Hogan.
(3) The Downtown Business Association, for their contribution of the
lovely planters placed along Main Street - they have greatly added to the beauty
of the town. Mr. Emmett Elsea, President, accepted the award.
Mayor Sevila congratulated the recipients of the awards and thanked them for
their voluntary contribution to the betterment of the community.
Rev. Nathaniel Jacques, Commander of American Legion Post 181 in Leesburg,
presented to Mayor Sevila and to the Town Council Citations of Appreciation in
recognition and sincere appreciation of outstanding service and assistance which
contributed to the advancement of the American Legion programs and activities
dedicated to God and Country by Johnson/Brent Post #181. Rev. Jacques also
presented a similar Citation of Appreciation to the Downtown Business Associa-
tion for contributions made towards all the charitable organizations in Lees-
burg.
PUBLIC HEARING ON ZM-53 - LEESBURG BUILDERS, INC.
r- Mr. Nelis explained that this is an application for rezoning from R-1 (single-
N family homes on 10,000 sq.ft. lots) to R-3 (townhouses at approximately 8 d.u. per
acre) . This tract is located on Valley View Avenue - approximately 2 acres - and
W is generally in the area of single-family homes and townhouses. The Planning Com-
[n mission recommended denial of this rezoning and found four major issues that needed
Q to be addressed: (1) Character of existing neighborhood (petition from 48 prop-
erty owners and residents asking that this be denied) ; (2) Town Plan conformance
(both the 1974 plan and the draft plan do not recommend higher density residential
uses for the area) ; (3) Transportation (generally it is adequate, but, perhaps
if this rezoning was considered for approval, it might be a good time to con-
sider whether Valley View Ave. should be connected to the south); (4) Site plan -
they have furnished this. There is a draft proffer statement before Council to-
night (it does not include the site plan) . About a month ago, the staff and
Planning Commission did receive a site plan - it shows approximately 15 town-
houses arranged around a courtyard. Though it was a very good plan and created
a very private neighborhood, they generally thought the use was inappropriate.
There has been little change or progress in the application since the Planning
Commission denial. The proffer statement speaks to the possibility of strict cove-
nants that would limit the development to persons only over 55 years of age and
only persons with no children. Mr. Bos asked about traffic? Mr. Nelis explained
that there is not a lot south that would generate traffic. Construction of town-
houses could add 500 to 600 vehicles a day, so it could double it, however, he
didn't believe it would test the capacity of that road. Mr. Tolbert asked about
children of the residents who would come to visit them? Mr. Nelis said it might
be difficult to enforce.
Mr. Dick Richards said they understand what has happened with regard to the
Planning Commission and zoning committee, but he feels there is a misconception
as to what they planned in the beginning. It was thought about four or five years
ago from the standpoint of elderly people - they are talking about those who are
retired, who have a fairly large home and their family is grown and gone - they
would like a smaller house with no stairs. They went to Leesburg Builders be-
cause they are builders of quality in the town and county. He personally loves
Leesburg and has been on several committees for the town - he would certainly
not want to see anything constructed that would be a detriment to the town. He
believed the misconception arose from two and three-story townhouses. These would
be single-story courtyard type townhouses. There is one opposite the hospital on
Market Street and another on Union Street near the cemetery. There is no ordi-
nance at this time for this type of concept, so the only way they could go is to
ask for townhouse zoning. These would not really be townhouses - they would be
like small English cottage dwellings of brick construction and excellent quali-
ty, with landscaping - he felt they would be a benefit to the town. He asked
that Council give consideration to this project. The record owners of the prop-
erty are his daughter and son-in-law - he is a minor part owner. They are work-
ing with Leesburg Builders from the standpoint of construction, planning and
engineering.
Mr. Curtis Harrover, engineer for the project, said the owners asked them
to prepare a layout which would be compatible with a retirement=type community,
where there would not be excessive problems with topography and where you could
have things amenable to handicapped-type older people. From an engineering
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standpoint, there are no great problems with utilities or the computation for
on and off-site storm sewer. Screening against the school can be provided.
Construction of the buildings would talk to the question of property values in
the area. Questions raised by Rev. Wilson at previous hearings have been ans-
wered by the proffers. Generally, the people were concerned about safety for
their children, noise and that they might be a bad neighbor. There was a ques-
tion as to whether Valley View Avenue was the dividing line between single-family
and multi-family, however, they found there was multi-family on the same side of
the street. There was also great concern that this would be setting a precedent
whereby the Rogers tract might go to more dense development. This is a court
concept and has no access through to the Rogers property behind it - they did
prepare a layout for single-family dwellings that had a through street - that
was one of the staff's recommendations. If this were developed as a single-
family concept and that street was put through, there would be a bigger traffic
count and more noise than you would ever have from this plan. With a one to two-
bedroom concept, their computations give somewhere around 100 to 125 trips per
day. They feel they can do this - transportation is not a problem. They have
a site plan that takes care of that. He asked that the Town _Council consider
the rezoning of Rose Stone Court in the spirit and context Mr. Richards requests.
There is no way he can ask the town for rezoning other than this - ask that it be
done for townhouses and then proffer the retirement community.
Rev. Howard Wilson objected to such a rezoning of this property - it would
reduce the value of his property on this same street, it would increase traffic
by a great deal and it would open up everything on the other side for townhouse
development. If it is restricted to older people, what about race? The older
buyer could sell his property to anyone he wants to without considering age.
In two years, his property will be worth $100,000 - no-one can tell him that this
will increase the value of his property. If this is passed and these homes are
built on Valley View Avenue, he will be the first one to sell. He asked Council
to reject this proposal - let them keep their street as it is now.
The public hearing was closed.
Mr. Curry recommended that this matter go before the Finance and Administra-
tion Committee for consideration, which meeting is set for December 4th.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Mr. Bos was pleased to see that the trees on East Market Street are to be
planted soon - he thinks they, along with the sign base, will make that area very
attractive. He was also happy to see that the Principal Planner position has been
filled.
Several sign applications were passed by the Board of Architectural Review
at its last meeting, as well as several small building modifications. The Book
Store next to Harvest Leather will have a face-lift on the store front - he be-
lieved the proposed change will be highly attractive. A local architectural firm,
Ballinger and LaRock, will be doing this work - their work has been outstanding
and they have been particularly helpful to the Board.
Mr. Williams reported that the Environmental Advisory Commission met last
night. One of the items discussed was the "Keep Loudoun Beautiful" program and
a Litter Control Officer, which they hope will be nominated next month. They
also discussed that the ECHO trailer at Virginia Village, which houses the recycled
paper, needs new steps and a platform. Rev. Jacques has talked with Roger Hough
at J. T. Hirst and apparently they will donate the materials and the American Le-
gion will furnish the carpenter to build it. This is the type of progress this
Commission has strived to accomplish and they are certainly making some good
steps . Chairman McCahill mentioned that he would like to put "Tree City" on
hold with respect to soliciting contributions - this will be discussed by the
Finance and Administration Committee in February. Several members' terms ex-
pire in December, so the Committee will be making some recommendations on either
reappointmentsor new commissioners.
He went out to Fairways yesterday and feels sure the people living there will
be happy that they now have some streets that will not damage their vehicles, among
other things.
Mr. Curry reported that the Planning Commission made recommendation to Council
that the Beus Concept Plan, as revised, be approved - this includes an elementary
school site and several transportation improvements requested by the Comprehensive
Plan committee and staff. They also approved the final development plans for Olde
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Towne condos, Phase I and final development plan for Carradoc Hall; also ap-
proved preliminary development plans for Heritage Park and Flinton Callahan.
Mr. Kelley praised Mr. York and Mr. Chaves for an outstanding job in getting
the Fairways project done in an expedient manner - he feels the residents will be
well served by this.
Mr. Tolbert reported that he had been out to Fairways also. He complimented
Mr. Minor on his Activity Report - this was a very good one. He asked who owns
the property in front of Barber & Ross? Mr. Lipscomb does. Mr. Tolbert asked
that he be requested to cut down the weeds in front of this property.
MANAGER'S REPORT:
(1) Mr. Minor remarked that Mr. Bos has already alluded to the Principal
Planner position - this man is Tom Poupard - he is an associate with a planning
consultant firm in Vero Beach, Florida. He is confident that he will complement
our planning staff very well - with his addition, we will have a very good plan-
ning staff that will meet some of the development challenges that Leesburg will
be facing. The Director of Engineering and Assistant to Town Manager positions
are still vacant, but they expect some appointments to be made by Friday. It
has been narrowed down to one candidate for the Assistant to Town Manager posi-
tion - if his references check out, we should have an excellent candidate. He
1- will be interviewing a candidate for the Director of Engineering position tomor-
C\J row - he is somewhat familiar to some of the staff and is currently working in
Alexandria. If successful, this would complete our full staff.
(2) He received a letter today from the State Water Control Board recommend-
( ing approval of the contract for the sewer plant expansion construction to the
lowest responsible bidder - this has been forwarded on to EPA. This was very
rapid turn-around - this will be of great benefit to us when this is reviewed by
EPA - we need approval before the December 31 deadline.
(3) We have collected approximately 83 percent of the budgeted figure for
availability fees for this year.
(4) We have done some storm drainage work on Bradfield Drive at the end of
the cul-de-sac. This was the subject of a newspaper item recently.
(5) Concerning. the sobriety check-point efforts by the Police Department,
Chief Kidwell had a busy day today.
(6) The Open House at the Airport is scheduled for 7:30 on December 6th.
Basically, their effort is to reach out to the individuals who have property ad-
jacent to the airport who will be most affected by the extension of our runway
and other development plans. One of the planners from the Virginia Department
of Aviation will present a slide presentation on general aviation airports and
their impact on communities - the positive benefits of aviation. Members of
the Airport Commission and Jim Haynes will be present and there will be a brief
tour of the facilities, etc. - they hope this will answer some of the questions
before we get to the public hearing stage.
(7) The runway apron design services RFQ received a good response - ten
firms submitted qualifications. The next step will be to develop a panel to
review those statements and narrow it down to a manageable level - three or four -
then prepare a Request for Proposal and invite those three or four firms to sub-
mit more detailed proposals . We believe we should have a firm selected in Janu-
ary.
MAYOR'S REPORT:
Mayor Sevila reported that Council and staff met with Congressman Wolf to-
day in connection with the shortfall on the sewage upgrade and improvement con-
tract and have agreed to meet with him again early next week in Washington in
an attempt to locate additional funds .
He has been approached by Kimball T. Peale, Director of Bull Run Alcohol
Safety Action Program, and asked to adopt a Proclamation declaring December 9
through 15 as National Drunk and Drug Driving Awareness Week in the Town of Lees-
burg. He has signed the Proclamation on behalf of the town. He then read the
Proclamation.
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Y WHEREAS, the Leesburg Town Council is aware of the disturbingly high
incidence of those who operate motor vehicles while under the influ-
ence of alcohol or other drugs in the Metropolitan area of Washington,
D.C. ; and
WHEREAS, the Leesburg Town Council supports all positive efforts to
reduce the tragic loss of life, limb and property caused by drinking
drivers; and
WHEREAS, they also recognize the efforts of the Congress of the United
States in combating the problem by establishing a week of public aware-
ness surrounding such issues:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED that the Leesburg Town Council, in conjunction with
the Congress of the United States, does hereby proclaim the period of
December 9-15, 1984 as NATIONAL DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVING AWARENESS WEEK
and encourages its citizens to remain keenly aware of the problems in
our society by those who choose to drive while under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs.
He asked the media to bring this to the attention of citizens. The Proclamation
will be sent to the Bull Run ASAP.
Mayor Sevila declared a five-minute recess, after which Council reconvened.
On' motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Williams, the following ordinances
and resolutions were proposed and unanimously adopted as consent items:
84-0-50 - ORDINANCE - AMENDING THE SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
REGARDING LICENSED 3(b) LAND SURVEYORS.
WHEREAS, the Code of Virginia, as amended, permits licensed 3(b) land
surveyors to prepare plats, plans and profiles for subdivisions, site
plans and development plans; and
WHEREAS, on October 10, 1984, by Resolution No. 84-181, this Council
initiated amendments to Sections 13-78, 13-79, 13-80, 13-81, 13-82,
13-97 and 13-99 of the Subdivision and Land Development Regulations
to provide for licensed 3(b) land surveyors to prepare plats, plans
and profiles for subdivisions, site plans and development plans; and
WHEREAS, on November 14, 1984, a joint public hearing with' the Plan-
ning Commission and this Council was held at which time persons de-
siring to express their opinions were heard; and
WHEREAS, on November 15, 1984, the Planning Commission recommended
these amendments to this Council:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburgiin Vir-
ginia as follows:
SECTION I. Sections 13-78, 13-79, 13-80, 13-81, 13-82, 13197 and
13-99 of Article IV, Chapter 13, Subdivision and Land Development
Regulations are amended to read as follows:
Sec. 13-78. Streets, street curb and gutter.
(a) No change.
(b) Insert or a licensed 3(b) land surveyor after "registered
professional engineer".
Sec. 13-79. Sidewalks.
(a) No change.
(b) Insert or a licensed 3(b) land surveyor after "registered
professional engineer".
Sec. .13-80. Water supply.
(a) No change.
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(b) The water system and all service lines and appurtenances
except the water meter shall be completed in accordance with
the plans and profiles prepared for the subdivision or develop-
ment by a registered professional engineer or licensed 3(b) land
surveyor and approved by the Director of Engineering as meeting
the required specifications for water systems; provided, however,
a licensed 3(b) land surveyor may not design pressure hydraulic
systems.
Sec. 13-81. Sanitary sewers.
(a) No change.
(b) Insert or a licensed 3(b) land surveyor after "registered
professional engineer"; add new sentence at end to read: How-
ever, a licensed 3(b) land surveyor may not design pressure hy-
draulic systems.
Sec. 13-82. Storm drainage, erosion and sedimentation control; flood
zone management and control.
(a) No change.
Cr (b) No change.
N (c) No change.
N (d) Insert or a licensed 3(b) land surveyor after "registered
W professional engineer"; add new sentence at end to read: How-
ever, a licensed 3(b) land surveyor may not design pressure hy-
m draulic systems.
Q Sec. 13-97. Required approvals of final plan and final plat.
The following approvals shall accompany or be shown on a final
plat and shall be necessary for its approval.
(a) No change.
(b) Insert or a licensed 3(b) land surveyor after "registered
engineer".
(c) No change.
(d) No change.
(e) No change.
(f) No change.
Sec. 13-99. Definitions and rules of construction.
(a) No change.
(b) No change.
(c) Add a new definition to read as follows:
"Licensed 3(b) land surveyor" shall mean a land surveyor
licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia to perform the work
described under Section 54-17.1(3) (b) of the Code of Virginia
(1950) as amended.
SECTION II. All prior ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed.
SECTION III. This ordinance shall be in effect upon its passage.
84-0-51 - ORDINANCE - AMENDING SECTION 16-50 OF THE TOWN CODE REGARDING SNOW
EMERGENCIES.
WHEREAS, it has been recommended that certain changes be made to the
designated snow emergency routes; and
WHEREAS, these changes will provide a better service to the community:
THEREFORE, ORDAINED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
as follows:
SECTION I. Section 16-50 of Chapter 16 of the Town Code is amended to
read as follows:
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Sec. 16-50. Snow emergency routes designated; in general.
(a) The following streets within the town are to be designated
as snow emergency routes and posted according to state standards at
intervals of not less than 1500 feet as specified in the Virginia
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways:
(1) Market Street from Fairview St. , N.W. to the bridge
at Rt. 15 By-Pass, N.E.
(2) King Street from 500' North of Union St. , N.W. to
Country Club Drive, S.W.
(3) Loudoun Street from Liberty Street to Harrison Street.
(b) When a snow emergency is declared, the public works department
shall use the best possible equipment and methods to clear the streets and
highways in the town beginning with the snow emergency routes in the order
listed in this section. If snow becomes packed or frozen, sand treated
with a salt-calcium chloride mixture shall be used.
(c) Snow emergency procedures shall remain in effect until all snow—,
emergency
now—
emergency routes have been cleared and designated safe by the town manager,
not to exceed 24 hours from the last snow, sleet, hail or freezing rainfall.
SECTION II. All prior ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed.
SECTION III. This ordinance shall be in effect upon its passage.
84-219 - RESOLUTION - AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYEES GROUP HEALTH INSUR-
ANCE TO INCLUDE CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CARE BENEFITS.
WHEREAS, it has been determined that the present coverage offered by
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Southwest Virginia for health insurance cover- ,
age for town employees does not provide for chiropractic coverage; and
WHEREAS, from time to time town employees have sought such treatment:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
as follows:
SECTION I. The town manager is authorized to amend the basic and major
medical health care coverage for all full time employees to include
chiropractic coverage in addition to all other coverages presently pro-
vided. The town will pay the costs for the employee'slcoverage at the
revised premium rates effective December 1, 1984 and other premium costs
shall be as follows:
Employee only $67.19
Employee and one child 100.80
Family coverage 131.35
SECTION II. This resolution shall be effective December 1, 1984.
84-220 - RESOLUTION - CANCELLING THE DECEMBER 26, 1984 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING.
RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
The regular December 26, 1984 meeting of the Town Council is cancelled.
Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Curry, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and
Mayor Sevila.
Nay: None.
84-0-52 - ORDINANCE - AMENDING THE SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
REGARDING FEES.
On motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Bos, the following ordinance was
proposed:
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WHEREAS, Resolution number 84-81, approving the budget and making appro-
priations for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1985, directed the manager
to prepare appropriate legislation to revise the fees and charges in-
cluded as revenue in the adopted fiscal year 1985 budget; and
WHEREAS, on June 25, 1984, the Town Council initiated an amendment of
the Leesburg Subdivision and Land Development Regulations to revise fees
and charges included as revenue in the adopted fiscal year 1985 budget;
and
WHEREAS, a joint public hearing of Leesburg Planning Commission and the
Town Council was held on the proposed amendments September 12, 1984, pur-
suant to Section 15.1-431 of the Code of Virginia, as amended; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended adoption of the proposed
fees on October 4, 1984:
THEREFORE, ORDAINED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as
follows :
SECTION I. Section 13-54 of the Leesburg Subdivision and Land Development
Regulations, Article IV, Chapter 13 of the Town Code is amended to read
as follows:
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N Sec. 13-54. Fees
Fees and charges to be paid to the town for the review of plats and
plans, for the inspection of facilities required to be installed by this
Q article and for variances shall be as follows:
(a) For preliminary subdivision plats of 10 lots or less the
fee shall be $300.00 plus $20.00 per lot or division of
land. For preliminary subdivision plats of 11 lots or more,
the fee shall be $500.00 plus $5.00 per lot.
' (b) For final plats the fee shall be $50.00 plus $2.50 per lot
or division of land plus the amount extended from the quanti-
ty of public improvements at the following rates:
Type of Public Improvement Unit Rate
Storm Sewer $0.46 per linear foot
Water Main 0.63 per linear foot
Curb & Gutter 0.31 per linear foot
Sidewalk 0.31 per linear foot
Sanitary Sewer 0.78 per linear foot
Streets 0.61 per linear foot
Overlot Grading $48.50 each lot
(c) For preliminary development plans the fee shall be $500.00
plus $10.00 per acre.
(d) For final development plans the fee shall be $200.00 plus
$3.00 per acre plus the amount extended from the quantity
of public improvements at the following rates:
Type of Public Improvement Unit Rate
Storm Sewer
Water Main
$0.46 per linear foot
0.63 per linear foot
Curb & Gutter 0.31 per linear foot
Sidewalk 0.31 per linear foot
Sanitary Sewer 0.78 per linear foot
Streets 0.61 per linear foot
Overlot Grading $48.50 each lot
(e) For minor development plans the fee for preliminary and final
development plan review shall be $300 plus the amount extended
from the quantity of public improvements at the following rates:
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�iJ O Type of Public Improvement Unit Rate
Storm Sewer $0.46 per linear foot
Water Main 0.63 per linear foot
Curb & Gutter 0.31 per linear foot
Sidewalk 0.31 per linear foot
Sanitary Sewer 0.78 per linear foot
Streets 0.61 per linear foot
Overlot Grading $48.50 each lot
Minor development plans are defined for purposes of this section
as plans that have no more than two entrances on a public right
of way, involve no extensions or connections of water and sewer
lines and involve no construction of buildings other than storage
buildings.
(f) For inspections conducted as provided by Sections 13-77 (b) and
13-89(b) of this article there shall be no fee.
(g) For reinspections of improvements which upon original inspection
were found to be faulty or incomplete, the fee paid by the sub-
divider or developer shall be a sum equal to two times the in-
spector's regular compensation for the time required for the re-
inspection, but not less than $5.00.
(h) For final inspections requested by subdividers and developers for
release of performance or maintenance bonds, there shall be no
fee unless the Director of Engineering finds that the improve-
ments are not prepared and ready for final inspection; in which
case, the fee shall be a sum equal to two times the regular com-
pensation for the town employee's time required for inspection
above what would have been required had the improvements been
prepared and ready for final inspection but not less than $25.00.
(i) For applications for variances filed under Sec. 13-91, the fee
shall be $10.00.
SECTION II. All prior ordinances in conflict herewith are repealed.
SECTION III. This ordinance shall be in effect upon its passage.
Mr. Bos commented that Council has been going over this for six months or more -
this answers the question Council had about the fairness of charges. The ordi-
nance was unanimously adopted:
Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Curry, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and
Mayor Sevila.
Nay: None.
84-0-5.3 - ORDINANCE - AMENDING THE LEESBURG ZONING MAP IN RE ZM-50.
On motion of Mr. Bos, seconded by Mr. Tolbert, the following ordinance
was proposed:
WHEREAS, Rezoning Application 1150 by European-American Furniture Company,
originally submitted by Fort Beauregard Associates, for an M-1 rezoning
was referred to the Planning Commission on July 19, 1984; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission on September 6, 1984, held a public hear-
ing on the application for rezoning; and
WHEREAS, the applicant's original written proffers were presented to the
Planning Commission prior to the Commission's recommendation; and
WHEREAS, on October 18, 1984, the Planning Commission adopted a resolution
recommending to the Council denial of the M-1 rezoning request; and
WHEREAS, the applicant agreed to rezoning to a less intense zoning district
and submitted revised written proffers to the Council on November 14, 1984;
and
WHEREAS, the Council held a public hearing on November 14, 1984; and
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WHEREAS, it is determined that the public necessity, convenience, gene-
ral welfare and good zoning practice will be served by rezoning the
subject property to PD-GI, instead of M-1 as requested because:
(1) this is logical extension of an existing PD-GI area; and (2) the
Tuscarora Creek floodplain creates a logical boundary between employ-
ment zoning to the north and residential zoning to the south;
THEREFORE, ORDAINED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
as follows:
SECTION I. The Leesburg Zoning Ordinance is amended to revise the zon-
ing district map to change from Loudoun County R-1 and Town R-2 to Loud-
oun County PD-GI parcels of land containing 7.3 acres located on the west
side of Lawson Road (Route 654) and shown on the plat submitted with the
application dated July 2, 1984 by Bengtson, DeBell, Elkin and Titus; sub-
ject, however, to the following conditions proffered by the applicant pur-
suant to Section 15.1-491 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, and
Section 11-8-4 of the Leesburg Zoning Ordinance:
(a) Development concept plans meeting the requirements of Article 7 of
the Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance shall be submitted to the town as
liCt part of all applications for development of the tract.
N (b) No free-standing sign directed to motorists on the Route 7-15 Lees-
1.1.1 burg Bypass shall be erected on the tract.
GO (c) All outdoor storage of materials and maintenance activities shall
Q be screened from the Route 7-15 Bypass and the NVRPA trail with screens
as shown on approved concept development plans for the tract.
(d) No parking area shall be created within 30 feet of the Route 7-15
Leesburg Bypass right-of-way.
(e) The bonded development plan for the tract shall include, in addi-
' tion to on-site street improvements required by the subdivision and land
development regulations , the widening of the Lawson Road pavement from
the south property line of the VDH&T residency office property to the
tract to be rezoned to a width of 22 feet. The additional width shall
be constructed to town street specifications.
(f) The following uses shall be prohibited on the tract:
(a) Dry cleaning plant
(b) Commercial repair garage
(c) Commercial office building
SECTION II. This ordinance shall be in effect upon its passage.
Mr. Bos supports this ordinance - the zoning category and intended uses support
the town's development plan and the items proffered by the applicant address
most of the concerns Council had. An issue that is unresolved has to do with
long-term use and changes of the road in that area. Under current law, this
is a reasonable proffer.
Mr. Williams felt that, based on the discussion at the Finance Committee
meeting, this is a good zoning application - it will benefit the town. The
change to PD-GI is excellent and he approves of the proffers. This is a good
opportunity for the town to have some additional economic growth.
Mr. Curry said it was requested to change to M-1 when it came to the
Planning Commission, but he has no objection to changing it to PD-GI - it will
be better for the town and the applicant as well. The resolution was unani-
mously adopted:
Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Curry, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and
Mayor Sevila.
Nay: None.
300 MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 28, 1984 MEETING.
a221•- RESOLUTION - DECLARING THE COUNCIL'S INTENT TO CONSIDER AMENDMENT OF
SECTION 7A-2 OF THE TOWN CHARTER AND SETTING FORTH THE
DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING.
On motion of Mrs . Hill, seconded by Mr. Williams, the following resolu-
tion was proposed:
WHEREAS, this Council intends to consider amendment of Section 7A-2
of the Town Charter to revise procedures for the appointment of mem-
bers to the Board of Architectural Review, said amendment to read
generally as follows:
Section 7A-2. Board of Architectural Review
The Board of Architectural Review shall be appointed as deter-
mined by the Council by ordinance and its duties shall be as pre
scribed in the Zoning Ordinance of the town with the right of appeal
and review provided in Section 15.1-503.2 of the Virginia Code of
1950 as amended which powers stated therein relating to counties
and county boards of supervision shall apply mutatis mutandis to the
Town of Leesburg and its Town Council. ;
and
WHEREAS, a public hearing on proposed charter amendments is required
by Section 15.1-835 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
as follows:
Public notice of the proposed amendment of Section 7A-2 of the Town
Charter and a public hearing to be held at 7:30 p.m. , December 17,
1984 shall be advertised in the December 6, 1984 edition of the
Loudoun Times-Mirror.
Mayor Sevila pointed out that the change would be essentially to remove the
language that permits the appointment to the Board by the Mayor with the con-
sent of the Council and to replace it with the appointments to be made by the
Council as determined by ordinance. The resolution was adopted by a vote of
4 to 3:
Aye: Councilmembers Curry, Hill, Kelley and Williams.
Nay: Councilmembers Bos, Tolbert and Mayor Sevila.
84-222 - RESOLUTION - DECLARING THE COUNCIL'S INTENT TO CONSIDER AMENDMENT OF
SECTION 2-3 OF THE TOWN CHARTER AND SETTING FORTH THE
DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING.
On motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Kelley, the following resolution
was proposed:
WHEREAS, this Council intends to consider amendment of Section 2-3 of
the Town Charter to change the title of the position of Mayor Pro Tempore
to Vice Mayor, said amendment to read generally as follows:
Section 2-3. Election of mayor; term of office and vice mayor.
On the first Tuesday in May of each even-numbered year following
nineteen hundred seventy-eight, the mayor shall be elected for a term
of two years, beginning on the first day of July of the year of his
election. The mayor so elected shall continue to discharge the duties
of the office until a successor shall have qualified.
The mayor shall preside at all meetings of the Council and.shall be
a regular member of the Council.
The mayor shall be recognized as the head of the municipal govern-
ment for all ceremonial purposes, the purpose of military law and the
service of civil process.
The mayor shall authenticate by his signature such documents and
instruments as the Council, Constitution or general laws require.
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At its first regular meeting after July one in the year a mayor
is elected, the Council shall elect from among its members a vice mayor
for a term of two years who shall act as mayor during the mayor's ab-
sence or disability. The mayor pro tempore in an office at the effective
date of this charter amendment is hereby continued in office as vice
mayor for the term of office for which he was elected. ; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing on proposed charter amendments is required by
Section 15.1-835 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
as follows:
Public notice of the proposed amendment of Section 2-3 of the Town Char-
ter and a public hearing to be held at 7:30 p.m. , December 17, 1984 shall
be advertised in the December 6, 1984 edition of the Loudoun Times-Mirror.
Mayor Sevila explained that the intent here is to bring our Charter in conformity
with State law, which designates the office as that of vice mayor rather than
mayor protempore. The resolution was unanimously adopted:
(�. Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Curry, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and
Mayor Sevila.
Nay: None.
WPROPOSED RESOLUTION CONSENTING TO APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO BOARD
OF ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW.
Q Mayor Sevila explained that he has labored hard and long over this issue,
which he considers an extremely important one. He believed the overriding
interest in this matter is to make appointments of people who are qualified,
concerned and capable of fulfilling the duties of the office to which they are
appointed. Their most important function is to preserve the most valuable as-
set this community has - its aesthetic beauty, its downtown and historic dis-
trict, tradition and charm - it is the quality of this town which sets it apart
' and makes it perhaps the most attractive downtown within 100 miles of the Wash-
ington Metropolitan area. After talking with members of the Board and members
of Council, he has not been able to find any reason for not reappointing the
present members or the need for change for change's sake. Mr. Williams called
for a point of order, feeling that he should put the names in motion and then
discuss it . Mayor Sevila replied that these remarks are a part of his motion.
He did not feel there is any inherent right, whether by Mayor with advice and
consent of Council or by Council as a body, the most important function is to
find the most qualified people to perform the duties and function of the office
to which they are appointed. He recognized the fact that Mr. Brownrigg, Chair-
man, is no longer a resident of the town, though he has served some 20 years on
the Board. Council feels that members of all Town boards and commissions should
be residents of the Town and he agrees with this; also, that they should be regis-
tered voters. For these reasons, he believes Mr. Brownrigg should not be reap-
pointed - he has spoken with him about this and he understands the situation.
Pursuant to the Charter provisions, Mayor Sevila made the following ap-
pointments to the Board of Architectural Review, asking for consent of Council:
Councilmanic Member Charles A. Bos, Planning Commission Member William F.
Webb, Martha Lynch, Teckla Cox, B. Calloway Jones, W. Emory Plaster, Jr.
and Sally R. Rich.
The above appointments were moved by Mr. Tolbert and seconded by Mr. Bos.
On motion of Mr. Williams , seconded by Mrs. Hill, Council voted 4 to 3 for an
immediate vote on the question as follows:
Aye: Councilmembers Curry, Hill, Kelley and Williams.
Nay: Councilmembers Bos, Tolbert and Mayor Sevila.
The motion consenting to the above appointments was defeated by a vote of
4 to 3 as follows :
Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Tolbert and Mayor Sevila.
Nay: Councilmembers Curry, Hill, Kelley and Williams.
302 MINUTES OF. NOVEMBER 28, 1984 MEETING.
PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF CATOCTIN VIEW SUBDIVISION.
On motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Bos, a resolution approving the
preliminary plat of Catoctin View Subdivision was proposed. It was felt there
1 should be comment on this by the Highway Department and that there should be an
engineering report as well. Mr. Minor believed they could get an engineering
report by the next committee meeting. Mrs.. Hill acid Mr. :Bos withdrew .the motion.
On-motion of Mr. Curry, seconded by Mr. :Williams, motion was proposed :and .unani-
mously adopted to refer this matter back to the Finance and Administration Com-
mittee, with the staff directed to secure an engineering report from an outside
firm:
Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Curry, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and
Mayor Sevila.
Nay: None.
84-223 - RESOLUTION - AUTHORIZING SALE OF 8,856 SQUARE FEET OF EAST FIRST STREET
RIGHT-OF-WAY.
On motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Kelley, the following resolution
was proposed:
WHEREAS, an offer has been received from Thomas W. Nalls on behalf of
Charles T. Matheson and Malcolm Matheson, III, trustees, owners of a 3.57
acre tract of land lying at the southeast corner of South King Street and -
East First Street for the purchase of 8,856 square feet of East First
Street right-of-way for a cash price of $26,500.00; and
WHEREAS, the land proposed to be purchased is not needed for present or
future right-of-way purposes and is therefore surplus and available for
sale:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
as follows:
The Mayor shall execute, on behalf of the town, a deed conveying 8,856
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square feet of East First Street right-of-way to Charles T. Matheson and
Malcolm Matheson, III, trustees for a cash price of $26,500.00. The
Council does further confirm that purchasers shall reimburse the town
for the sum paid to the town attorney for his services in this matter.
Mr. Curry asked what happens to the zoning in such a case? Mr. Nelis believed it
would still be B-2 zoning. He understood the owners intend to use this as a park-
ing lot to serve the Waverly development. The resolution was unanimously adopted:
Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Curry, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and
Mayor Sevila.
Nay: None.
84-224 - RESOLUTION - AUTHORIZING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR VACATION OF A PORTION
OF VALLEY VIEW AVENUE.
On motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Bos, the following resolution was pro-
posed and unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, an application by Tedence, Inc. has been submitted for vacation
of a deadend portion of Valley View Avenue of approximately 11,500 square
feet in area in the Town of Leesburg, situated between the lands of Te-
dence, Inc. , Davis Avenue and South King Street, as shown on the boundary
survey for the vacation dated November 20, 1984 and prepared by Patton.
Harris, Rust & Associates; and
WHEREAS, the applicant requests that a public hearing be held by the Coun-
cil of the Town of Leesburg on said vacation:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as
follows:
The Clerk of the Council is directed to publish a notice of intention to
vacate the above described street, pursuant to Section 15.1-364 of the
1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, in the Loudoun Times-Mirror on Decem-
ber 20, 1984 and December 27, 1984 for public hearing on January 9, 1985
at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 10 Loudoun Street, S.W. , Leesburg,
virginia.
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Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Curry, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and
Mayor Sevila.
Nay: None.
84-225 - RESOLUTION - MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR SOUTH HARRISON STREET, YEAR 2.
On motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Tolbert, the following resolution
was proposed and unanimously adopted:
WHEREAS, the following expenses have been incurred for the development
of the VEPCO tract:
1. Steve Robin, Legal expenses, reviewing the development agreement
in the amount of $800.00.
2. Bengtson, DeBell, Elkin and Titus, surveying for the division of
the VEPCO tract in the amount of $1,200.
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
as follows:
Appropriations are made from the South Harrison Street capital project
71. fund, year 2, unappropriated fund balance, to account numbers 9200.705,
Commercial/Industrial Development, in the amount of $1,200 and 9200.706,
N Parking Lot, in the amount of $800.
WM Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Curry, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and
Mayor Sevila.
Q Nay: None.
84-0-53A ORDINANCE - AMENDING SECTION 5.1-61 OF THE TOWN CODE REGARDING APPOINT-
MENTS TO THE CABLE TELEVISION ADVISORY COMMISSION.
On motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Williams, the following ordinance
was proposed:
ORDAINED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
SECTION I. Section 5.1-61 of the Town Code is amended to read as follows:
Sec. 5.1-61. Commission Established Generally.
(a) The Leesburg Cable Television Advisory Commission is hereby
established. The commission shall consist of six members who shall be
residents of the town. The office of any member shall be vacated if
he or she becomes a nonresident of the town. Any vacancy shall be filled
for the unexpired term in the same manner as provided herein for original
and subsequent appointments. Members shall serve for terms of four years
except for Councilmanic members. The first five members ' terms shall end
on June 30, 1983, with ensuing terms ending every four years thereafter.
Council shall appoint three members and two members shall be appointed
by the franchisee by and with the consent of the town council. The Coun-
cil shall appoint one member from the council to serve on the Commission
whose term of office shall correspond to his official tenure of office
as a councilmember. No member of the commission shall have any interest
in franchisee or its contractors; or be an employee of the town. Members
of the commission shall be subscribers of the cable television system dur-
ing their terms when service is available to their residences.
(b) Members shall be paid $600.00 each per year by the town, pay-
able in equal monthly installments. Members shall be reimbursed for ac-
tual expenses incurred in the exercise of their functions subject to the
availability of funds appropriated for the purpose and as approved in ad-
vance by the town manager.
(c) The Commission shall elect its chairman annually and the town
manager, or his designate, shall serve as secretary. The Commission shall
meet monthly or more often as determined by the Commission.
SECTION II. All prior ordinances and resolutions in conflict herewith are
repealed.
304 MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 28, 1984 MEETING.
SECTION III. This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage.
Mr. Williams explained that the purpose of this change is to realign the various
commissions where the Council as a whole body would make recommendations for com-
missioners. In this particular action, they would be one step closer to having
all of the commissions being appointed by the Council as a whole, which would
tend to represent the citizens as a whole. In this way, Council would be active
participants in supporting members of the commissions. Mr. Bos said he supports
this despite his vote on the Charter change - it is clear that Council has a
great interest in being involved in the appointment process in a.different man-
ner. Mayor Sevila said he would not support this - it is one of three moves
designed to take the appointment power from the office of the Mayor. This ordi-
nance was only adopted in 1981. This leads him to conclude._that._he cannot re-
call any conflicts or any inability on the part of Council.and _the_Mayor.to ar-
rive at agreements that adequately serve the best interests of the community.
The ordinance was adopted by a vote of 5 to 2:
Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Curry, Hill; Kelley and Williams.
Nay: Councilmember Tolbert and Mayor Sevila.
84-227 - RESOLUTION - ACCEPTING A SUBSTITUTE LETTER OF CREDIT FOR FOXRIDGE SUBDI-
VISION.
On motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Tolbert, the following resolution
was proposed:
WHEREAS, the Town Council approved an irrevocable letter of credit bond
in the amount of $189,785 from the Bank of Alexandria for the Foxridge
Subdivision on June 27, 1984; and
WHEREAS, the developer has now offered an irrevocable letter of credit
in the amount of $189,785 from the Capitol Bank, N.A. of Washington, D.C. :
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
as follows:
A substitute letter of credit from the Capitol Bank in the amount of
$189,785 is accepted conditional upon the Town Attorney's review and
approval.
Mr. Williams felt a firm date should be set when all of the proceedings on this
particular exchange will take place - December 13th has been suggested. Mr.
Curry disqualified himself from voting on this matter as he has done all along.
Mr. Williams said it is a matter of good business that this matter be consummated.
Mayor Sevila explained that this particular resolution has to do with a letter of
credit that has been approved and the substitution therefor. The town
has performed on its obligation under our agreement, however, payment of funds
has not been made by the developer - he agreed that a date should be set. Here
we would be accepting an irrevocable letter of credit from a bank which is out
of state - this emphasizes the need for appropriate criteria or standards to be
imposed on all letters of credit. Mr. Bos understood the County has been going
through this same kind of thing, so perhaps they have some information that might
be shared. Mayor Sevila said he believes Fairfax County is going through the
same thing. Mr. Minor said he should have someone on staff in about 30 days
that can handle this. The resolution accepting the substitute letter of credit
was adopted by a vote of 6 to 1 abstention:
Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and Mayor Sevila.
Nay: None.
Abstention: Councilmember Curry.
84-228 - RESOLUTION - AFFIRMING TOWN MANAGER'S LETTER CONCERNING AGREEMENT OF
AUGUST 24, 1981 BETWEEN THE TOWN OF LEESBURG AND ALFRED A.
PERRY AND HARRY C. PERRY & ASSOCIATES.
On- motion of.-Mrs: Hill,>_seconded by Mr.,Williams;"the' following' resolution
was proposed and adopted by a vote of 6 to 1, with Mr. Curry abstaining:
RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
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Council affirms and ratifies the Town Manager's letter of November 27,
1984 to Mr. Alfred A. Perry setting the date of December 13, 1984 for
delivery of $100,000 due the Town of Leesburg in accordance with an
agreement made on August 24, 1981 by and between Alfred A. Perry and
Harry C. Perry & Associates.
Aye: Councilmembers Bos, Hill, Kelley, Tolbert, Williams and Mayor
Sevila.
Nay: None.
Abstention: Councilmember Curry.
On motion of Mrs. Hill, seconded by Mr. Tolbert, the meeting was adjourned.
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