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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE LEESBURG TOWN COUNCIL
March 9, 1988
A regular meeting of the Leesburg Town Council was held in the Council Chambers, 10
Loudoun Street, S.W., Leesburg, Virginia on March 9, 1988 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting was called to
order by Mayor Robert E. Sevila, with the invocation given by Councilmember Tolbert and the Salute
to the Flag by Town Manager Jeffrey H. Minor. Present were: Mayor Robert E. Servile,
Councilmembers James E. Clem, Arl Curry, Brian Kelley, Hunter Jaarh Charles Williams and John
Tolbert, Jr. Also present were: Town Manager Jeffrey H. Minor, Assistant Town Manager Steve
Brown, Director of Engineering and Public Works Thomas A. Mason, Director of Planning, Zoning and
Development Martha Mason Semmes, Director of Finance Paul York, and Town Attorney George
Martin.
On motion of Mr. Tolbert, seconded by Mr. Clem, the minutes of the regular meeting of
November 11, 1987 and November 25, 1987 were unanimously approved.
Petitioners
Mayor Sevila presented a certificate of appreciation to Mrs. Jean D. Jones stating that Mrs.
Jones has been serving on the town's Recreational Advisory Commission since its inception and because
of the recent relocation of she and her family, Mrs. Jones has been forced to resign. She has made
contributions to the committee and will be missed. Mr. Williams, who also served on this commission,
stated that Mrs. Jones contributed some very interesting and innovated ideas and had a community
spirit. Mrs. Jones expressed that it was an honor to serve on the committee.
PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 1989-94 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP)
Mr. Minor addressed the Council explaining that the Planning Commission has had an
opportunity to review the proposed capital improvements program and it has been approved by the
commission as being in accordance with the Town Plan. The total funds necessary, to finance all of
i the projects in the CIP from FY 1989 through FY 1994 is almost $50 million. This years OP carries
forth some very important projects and does not propose any increase in tax rates or new taxes, during
the six year period.
The assumptions that are used to put together the revenue estimates are as important as the
expenditure side. If we over estimate those, then the entire package is suspect. We are basically
assuming a $712 million assessed evaluation for real property in Leesburg for the coming fiscal year,
going up to $2.4 billion in FY 1995. This is based on 25% growth for the first 3 years and 20% growth
for the last 3 years. Within the last 6 years, the town's growth rate has been significantly higher than
this.
Personal property assessments are estimated to go up about 20% per year. Finally, the fund
balances for the last 3 years in the General Fund, will total about $7 million. This money can be used
to fund new general fund capital projects that have not been identified at this juncture.
On motion of Mr. Curry, seconded by Mr. Williams, this item was referred to the special
meeting of the Council, scheduled for 5:00 p.m., on March 10, 1988.
Mr. Kelley informed the public that the capital improvements program was contingent upon the
general economy at the time. The UP is relative and flexible. Mayor Sevila stated that it was also
important for the public to know that this OP is the product of public input, that the town receives
throughout the year.
Aye: Councilmembers Clem, Curry, Kelley, Leath, Tolbert, Williams and Mayor Sevila
Nay: None
Councilmember Comments
Mr. Williams reported on the Parks and Recreation meeting of March 8, stating there was some
discussion of a request for a Day in the Park. The commission reviewed the draft resolution, for this
request, and feels that establishing a particular day as a May in the Park" would indeed be a worthy
cause. The consensus was to recommend to the Council that May 30th be designated as Leesburg's
"Day in the Park".
Mr. Leach bad no comments.
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Mr. Clem thanked Mr. Minor and staff for the fine presentation on the OP.
Mr. Curry reported on the Planning Commission meeting of March 3, where the Zoning
Committee meetings were changed to the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. and the
Subdivision and Land Development Committee will meet on the 4th Thursday of each month at 7:00
p.m. The Comprehensive Planning Committee will meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00
p.m. and the regular meetings will be held on the first and third Thursday of each month. During
the regular meeting, the Planning Commission approved the resubdivision plat for Leesburg Gateway
Lot 9. Paxton Subdivision Section 1 through 4, revised preliminary plat, was approved, and the
commission recommended approval of Application #ZM-82, and Application #ZM-97.
Mr. Kelley had inquiries from residents on Edwards Ferry Road, where there is some
delinquency in complying with screening requirements of recent rezoning. Mrs. Semmes stated there
was some screening associated with the development of the tire shop and Star Pontiac.
Mr. Tolbert had no comments.
Mayor's Report
Mayor Sevila stated that the layout and organization of this years CIP makes it a very readable
document and recommends it to the media and general public. Staff did an outstanding job.
Manager's Report
Mr. Minor noted that Paul York, Steve Brown and Martha Semmes did an excellent job in
coordinating and putting the CIP together.
Council did receive the written Activity Report on Monday. A project that Council has followed
closely during the last couple of years, is the wastewater treatment plant expansion and upgrade. The
certificate of substantial completion was signed today for this project. The Hughes Group continues to
make progress on the design of the recreation center, which includes an indoor pool and gymnasium.
Drawings of the center should be available for Council in May. The construction document phase of
this project will begin on May 1 and will take about 3 months to complete. Groundbreaking could
occur in October and completion in late 1989.
Legislation
Item 10(a) was referred to the next Finance and Administration Committee agenda.
On motion of Mr. Tolbert, seconded by Mr. Kelley, the following resolution was proposed and
unanimously adopted.
88.46 - RESOLUTION - GRANTING PERMISSION TO THE GOOSE CREEK KIWANIS CLUB TO
CONDUCT "A DAY IN THE PARK" FAMILY EVENT ON MEMORIAL DAY, MAY 30, D
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WHEREAS, a request has been submitted by the Goose Creek Kiwanis Club to the Town N
Council that permission be granted for "A Day in the Park" family oriented festival at Ida Lee Park on
May 30, 1988; and
WHEREAS, this Council recognizes that this festival will offer citizens exposure to Ida Lee Park
and its current and future opportunities for family centered recreation and cultural enrichment; and
WHEREAS, this festival was conducted last year by the Goose Creek Kiwanis Club and provided
family oriented entertainment and offered a vehicle to further promote tourism and, recreation within
the town; and
WHEREAS, this Council envisions this event as a central part of a community-wide observance
of Memorial Day; and
WHEREAS, the Leesburg Parks and Recreation Commission endorses this event; and
WHEREAS, the Goose Creek Kiwanis Club continues to express its intention to help fund the
construction of a permanent bandstand in accordance with a future design and location consistent with
the Ida Lee Park Master Plan and approved by this council on recommendation of the Parks and
Recreation Commission; and
WHEREAS, seed money has been requested to promote this event:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
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SECTION L Permission is granted to the Goose Creek Kiwanis Club to use Ida Lee Park for
the "A Day in the Park" festival on May 30, 1988, subject to reasonable and appropriate conditions set
forth by the Town Manager and Chief of Police.
SECTION II. A supplemental appropriation of $2500 is made from the General Fund
Unappropriated Balance to General Fund Account Number 200-9100-560-100, A Day in the Park, for
the fiscal year ending June 30, 1988.
SECTION III. Payment in the amount of$2500 to the Goose Creek Kiwanis Club is authorized
for expenses in connection with this event.
SECTION IV. Prior to May 30, 1988, the Goose Creek Kiwanis Club shall furnish to the town
a $1,000,000 public liability insurance policy naming the Town of Leesburg as an additional insured
with respect to this event.
SECTION V. The Goose Creek Kiwanis Club is requested to submit a report to the Parks and
Recreation Commission containing a summary of expenditures for this event, an estimate of attendance
and any recommendations on how to improve the event in the future.
Mr. Kelley noted that Mr. Boston and Mr. Finn from the Goose Creek Kiwanis Club was
present tonight to answer any questions, that Council may have.
Mr. Curry believes this is a good idea, but feels that the Day in the Park does not seem to be
organized, there is no schedule of events. He would like to see how the town's money is going to be
sent.
Mr. Boston addressed the Council on behalf of the Goose Creek Kiwanis Club by stating that
the planning and scheduling of events has to come after the approval of the event. Some of the
expenses will be in publicizing the event.
Mayor Sevila asked Mr. Boston what the Kiwanis club was proposing in terms of the town's
control of the expenditures of any allocations. Mr. Boston stated that any expenses could be approved
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through a committee or a person appointed by the Council. Major expenses will be for Dons Johns,
electrical hook-ups, and publicity.
Mr. Finn, on behalf of the Goose Creek Kiwanis Club stated that the Kiwanis club runs to types
of main activities, one of them is a public service activity, the other is a fund raising activity. The
Kiwanis club raises funds and then spends the funds back into the community.
Mr. Curry said that the methods, that have been described, for spending town funds for this
event are useful and have satisfied his own personal requirements. -
Aye: Councilmember Clem, Curry, Kelley, Laarh Tolbert, Williams and Mayor Sevila
Nay. None
On motion of Mr. Kelley, seconded by Mr. Tolbert, the following ordinance and resolutions were
proposed as consent items and unanimously adopted.
88-0-8 - ORDINANCE - AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT' MAP FOR #ZM-94 B Y
PATRICK AND CAROL FISCHER
WHEREAS, Rezoning Application #ZM-95 by Patrick and Carol Fischer to rezone 0.959 acres
of land on the north side of Fort Evans Road from R-2 and R-3 to B-2 was received and referred to
the Planning Commission on August 12, 1987; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on this rezoning application on
October 15, 1987; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission on November 5, 1987, recommended to Council approval
of this rezoning with proffered conditions, provided the application was modified to the B-1 zoning
district and that the permitted uses be limited to office, institutional, community service and residential
uses; and
WHEREAS, the Council held a public hearing on this application on January 27, 1988, prior
to which the applicant and owner submitted a notarized proffer statement; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted a revised proffer statement agreeing to the Planning
Commission conditions, including a rezoning to the B-1 district, which is less intensive than the B-2
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district originally proposed; and
WHEREAS, this rezoning is in the best interest of the public health, safety, welfare and good
zoning practice:
THEREFORE, ORDAINED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
SECTION L The Leesburg Zoning Ordinance is amended to revise the Zoning District Map to
change 0.959 acres of land from R-2 and R-3 to B-1 located on the north side of Fort Evans Road and
the east side of Heritage Way and bounded by the lands of the Double T. Corporation and Pulte
Corporation on the north, and Leesburg Joint Venture on the east, referred to as Tax Map 48, Parcel
14A, as amended by a boundary line adjustment plat prepared by Bamber Engineering, received on
June 1, 1987, subject to the following proffered conditions dated March 7, 1988, submitted by the
property owner and applicant in accordance with Section 15.1-491(a) of the Code of Virginia, as
amended.
1. The applicant proffers and agrees that the permitted uses allowed on
the site will be limited to the following.
a. OFFICE USES
1. Medical offices including pharmacy.
2. Professional offices.
3. Government offices.
4. General offices.
b. BANKS
c. DAY CARE CENTER
d. RESIDENTIAL USE
1. As permitted by Special Exception.
2. The applicant agrees and proffers that at such time as the Town Council
adopts an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance creating an office zoning
district, the subject property shall be included therein.
3. The applicant agrees and proffers that at such time as Fort Evans Road
is closed, and a cul-de-sac created, the applicant will interpose no
objection thereto.
4. The applicant agrees and proffers that they will make a cash
contribution for road improvements. This cash contribution shall be in
the amount of$2,000 for each 1000 square feet of new construction; it
shall be due and payable immediately prior to the time a zoning permit
is issued for the new construction.
5. These proffers shall be binding upon the applicant and their successors
in interest.
SECTION U. This ordinance shall be in effect upon its passage. fl
88-47 - RESOLUTION- INITIATING AN AMENDMENT TO THE SIGN ORDINANCE REGARDING N
SIGNS FOR MULTIPLE BUSINESSES ON A SINGLE ZONING LOT
WHEREAS, the current sign regulations unduly restrict the location of wall signs for individual
businesses located in a multi-business complex; and
WHEREAS, a simple amendment to these regulations will make the regulations more equitable
without negating the positive aspects of the town's sign control program; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendment will serve the interests of public necessity, convenience,
general welfare and good zoning practices:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
SECTION L An amendment of Article 8A - Sign Regulations of the Leesburg Zoning
Ordinance is initiated to revise Section 8A-17(c)(6) to read as follows:
(6) Wall Sims: One per establishment having an individual outside
entrance; lid– b e ` -f -_d• _dual _
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harmonious with other wall signs as to color and lettering. The size
shall be limited to one square foot per linear foot of building frontage
for the establishment, up to a maximum of 100 square feet.
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SECTION II. A public hearing shall be held on this legislation beginning at 7:30 p.m. or as
soon thereafter as the matter may be reached on April 27, 1988 in the Council Chambers, 10 Loudoun
Street, S.W., Leesburg, Virginia. In line with Section 15.1-431 of the Code of Virginia, as amended,
this hearing shall be a joint public hearing of both Planning Commission and Council. The clerk shall
public notice of this hearing and the Council's intention to consider the amendments in the Loudoun
Times-Mirror on April 14, and April 21, 1988, and shall advise the Planning Commission of the
purpose, time and date of the hearing.
' SECTION III. The Planning Commission shall report its recommendations to the Town Council
on the proposed amendments within thirty days of the public hearing.
88-48 - RESOLUTION - AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING SALE OF LAND TO
LOCATE LEESBURG'S HISTORIC TOLLHOUSE
WHEREAS, Fort Beauregard Associates, Inc., now no longer desires to locate the historic
tollhouse on town property; and
WHEREAS, Peter C. Burnett, Attorney at Law, has expressed an interest to purchase the
parcel and relocate the tollhouse; and
WHEREAS, this Council desires to continue its efforts to find a suitable location for the former
tollhouse, which will minimize development costs:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
A notice of public hearing on the proposed sale of a parcel of town-owned property to Peter C.
Burnett and/or other interested parties, containing approximately 2300 square feet as generally shown
on the attached concept plan shall be published in the Loudoun Times-Mirror on March 17, 1988,
pursuant to Section 15.1-18 of the 1950 Code of Virginia as amended, for a public hearing to be held
on April 13, 1988, at 7:30 P.M., in the Council Chambers, 10 Loudoun Street, S.W., Leesburg, VA.
88-49 ' - RESOLUTION - ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS, RELEASING THE
PERFORMANCE BOND AND APPROVING A MAINTENANCE BOND FOR PUBLIC
t IMPROVEMENTS, PROSPERITY CENTER
WHEREAS, the developer of Prosperity Center has completed public improvements in
accordance with approved plans and town standards, and these have been inspected and approved.
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
SECTION I. The corporate surety bond from Utica Mutual Insurance Company in the
amount of $126,674.00 is released, and a cash bond for 'maintenance guarantee in the amount of
$6,334.00 from the Merit Group, Ltd is approved, and shall be in effect for a period of one year.
SECTION H. This release is contingent upon delivery of a properly executed instrument
conveying unto the town all such improvements and easements free of any liens or changes and
acceptable "As-Built" drawings.
88-50 - RESOLUTION - GRANTING THE LOUDOUN MUSEUM PERMISSION TO HOLD
ANTIQUE SHOWS IN LEESBURG FOR JUNE 12, 1988, WITH A RAIN DATE OF
JUNE 19, 1988, IF NECESSARY, AND ON OCTOBER 9, 1988 WITH A RAIN DATE
OF OCTOBER 16, 1988 IF NECESSARY
WHEREAS, an antique show in the downtown area has been an annual event; and
WHEREAS, the Loudoun Museum receives a percentage of the proceeds of the antique shows;
and
WHEREAS, the Council recognizes the benefit of nnntrnlleti mesial a..e..ta :n ine +,.,-,.,. e..,t
WHEREAS, the museum will provide the necessary control and clean up:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
SECTION I. The Loudoun Museum, Inc., is granted permission to hold antique shows in
downtown Leesburg on June 12, 1988, with a rain date of June 19, 1988, if necessary, and on October
9, 1988 with a rain date of October 16, 1988, if necessary, in the municipal parking lot south of the
town offices.
SECTION D. A percentage of revenue derived from said antique shows shall be donated to
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the Loudoun Museum.
SECTION LEL Sandy Bauman Promotions shall show proof of liability coverage in the amount
of$1,000,000 with the Town of Leesburg being named as an additional insured, said endorsement to
be provided to the town one week prior to the show.
SECTION IV. Vendor's license shall be waived for all the exhibitors with the above dates.
89-51 - RESOLUTION - AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF PAYMENT REQUEST NO 31 TO R. F.
KLINE, INC., FOR WORK COMPLETED AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT
PLANT
WHEREAS, the contract for improvements at the Wastewater Treatment Plan was awarded to
Richard F. Kline, Inc; and
WHEREAS, Section ID of Resolution 85-80 adopted May 22, 1985 by the Council of the Town
of Leesburg provides: 'The Council at its option will require prior approval of all requisitions for
payment under contract"; and
WHEREAS, the contract has submitted Payment Request No. 31 on February 25, 1988 and
Camp, Dresser & McKee has received and approved this request; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Engineering and Public Works has recommended payment of
Payment Request No. 31 in the amount of$42,597.00.
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
Payment in the amount of $42,597.00 ($44,839.00 less 5% retainage) dull be made to R. F.
Kline, Inc., for Payment Request No. 31 for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Project.
88-52 - RESOLUTION - AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE POTOMAC CROSSING
SOUTH CONCEPT PLAN
WHEREAS, by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
A Notice of Public Hearing to consider an application by Potomac Crossing, L. P./XMWM
Corporation for Concept Plan approval and town plan amendment to allow a total of 530 dwelling
units, including 226 single-family dwellings, 184 townhouses and 120 multi-family units on
approximately 137 acres of land located south of the Potomac Crossing Planned Development, east of
the Route 15 Bypass and north of Edwards Ferry Road extended (Route 773) shall be advertised in
the Loudoun Times-Mirror. The notice shall be published on March 31, and April 7, 1988, for public
hearing on April 13, 1988 at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 10 Loudoun Street, S. W., Leesburg,
Virginia
On motion and duly seconded the following resolution was proposed and unanimously adopted. OJ
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88-53 - RESOLUTION - AUTHORIZING A JOINT PUBLIC HEARING FOR AN AMENDMENT TO N
THE LEESBURG COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
WHEREAS, this Council adopted a revised comprehensive plan for the Town of Leesburg on
March 26, 1986, in accordance with Sec. 15.1-454 of the Code of Viginia, as amended; and
WHEREAS, the revised comprehensive plan calls for an annual review of its goals, policies
and objectives to reflect the most current thinking of this Council; and
WHEREAS, this Council met with the Planning Commission in a workshop on February 5
and 6, 1988, to review changes that have taken place since adoption of the 1986 Town Plan; and
WHEREAS, this Council has identified certain ree4o.i
objectives of the comprehensive plan; and
WHEREAS, staff is preparing a complete update of technical information in the plan,
expanding on the status report provided for the Council/Planning Commission workshop; and
WHEREAS, Sec. 15.1-453 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, requires that amendments to
the comprehensive plan be reviewed by the local Planning Commission and advertised pursuant to
Sec. 15.1-431 of the Code of Virginia, as amended.
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
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SECTION L The proposed amendments to the 1988 Leesburg Town Plan as reported in a
memo to this Council dated February 26, 1988, are hereby referred to the Leesburg Planning
Commission for consideration and recommendation.
SECTION II. A public hearing at which time persons may appear and present their views
shall be held beginning at 7:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter is reached, on April 27, 1988,
in the Council Chambers, 10 Loudoun Street, S.W., Leesburg, VA 22075, and pursuant to Section
15.1-431 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, this hearing shell be a joint public hearing of both
the Planning Commission and Council. The clerk shall give notice of this hearing in the Loudoun
Times-Mirror on April 7 and April 14, 1988, and shall notify the Planning Commission of the hearing
date.
SECTION DI. The Planning Commission is requested to report its recommendation on the
proposed amendments within 45 days of the public hearing.
Mr. Kelley stated that these were important changes and was glad to see this legislation go
forward.
Aye: Councilmember Clem, Curry, Kelley, Leach, Tolbert, Williams and Mayor Sevila
Nay: None
On motion of Mr. Kelley, seconded by Mr. Iearh the following resolution was proposed and
adopted with Mr. Williams abstaining from the vote.
88-54 - RESOLUTION - AUTHORIZING THE LAWSON ROAD (ROUTE 654) RELOCATION
WHEREAS, a location and design public hearing was conducted on February 9, 1988, in the
Town of Leesburg by representatives of the Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Transportation,
after due and proper notice, for the purpose of considering the proposed location and design of the
Lawson Road (Route 654) Relocation Project located in the Town of Leesburg, at which hearing aerial
photographs, drawings and other pertinent information were made available for public inspection in
accordance with state and federal requirements; and
WHEREAS, all persons and parties in attendance were afforded full opportunity to participate
in said public hearing and
WHEREAS, representatives of the Town of Leesburg were present and participated in said
hearing and
WHEREAS, the Council had previously requested the Virginia Department of Transportation .
to program this project; and
WHEREAS, the Council considered all such matters.
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
SECTION I. The Council hereby approves the location and major design features of the
proposed project as presented at the public hearing.
SECTION II. The Town of Leesburg requests the Virginia Department of Transportation to
acquire all rights-of-way necessary for this project conveying said rights-of-way to the town at the
- appropriate time.
SECTION III. The Town Manager is hereby authorized to execute, on behalf of the Town of
Leesburg, all necessary agreements required in conjunction with acquiring such rights-of-way.
Mayor Sevila asked Mr. Minor, in the future, to include a map with the relocations.
Aye: Councilmember Clem, Curry, Kelley, Leach, Tolbert and Mayor Sevila
Nay: None
Mr. Williams abstaining from the vote.
On motion of Mr. Tolbert, seconded by Mr. Kelley, the following resolution was proposed and
unanimously adopted.
88-55 - RESOLUTION - MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY
COMMISSION
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WHEREAS, Vance Lee Fowler and Burke McCahill have resigned as members of the
Environmental Advisory Commission effective immediately:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
Ann Darling and Elmore Blythe are appointed to the Environmental Advisory Committee for
terms ending June 30, 1988, in accordance with Chapter 2, Article VIII of the Town Code.
Mr. Kelley said that he knew both of these people and that Mr. Tolbert has made two good
suggestions for appointments to the EAC.
Aye: Councilmember Clem, Curry, Kelley, IParh Tolbert, Williams and Mayor Sevila
Nay: None
On motion of Mr. Kelley, seconded by Mr. Williams, the following resolution was proposed and
unanimously adopted.
88- 56 - RESOLUTION - MAKING AN APPOINTMENT TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION
ADVISORY COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Jean D. Jones has resigned as a member of the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Cornmisaion effective immediately:
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
Georgia Bange is appointed to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission for a term
ending June 30, 1988, in accordance with Section 11.1-1, Article I of the Town Code.
Mr. Kelley stated that the town could not have found a better choice to fill this position. Mrs.
Range is the Chamber of Commerce Woman of the Year and is involved with many things that
coincide with the position on the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Mayor Sevila concurred with Mr. Kelley. The town is very fortunate to have a citizen of Mrs.
Bange's caliber and quality and experience to serve.
Aye: Councilmember Clem, Curry, Kelley, Iaarh Tolbert, Williams and Mayor Sevila
Nay: None
On motion of Mr. William% seconded by Mr. Kelley, the following resolution was proposed and
unanimously adopted.
88-57 - RESOLUTION- REQUESTING THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO CO
ACCEPT CERTAIN STREETS
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RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows:
The Virginia Department of Transportation is requested to accept into the Virginia a
Department of Highways secondary system 0.16 lane miles of Woodberry Road; 0.22 lane miles of
Lounsbury Court; 0.42 lane miles of Cattail Lane; 0.06 lane miles of Lester Court; 0.26 lane miles of
Rust Drive; 0.26 lane miles of Prosperity Avenue; 0.68 lane miles of North Catoctin Circle; 0.18 lane
miles of Foxridge Drive; 0.26 lane miles of Donaldson Lane; 0.08 lane miles of Evard Court; 0.12 lane
miles of Industrial Court as listed on the accompanying Form U-1, in accordance with the
requirements of Section 33.1-43 of the Code of Virginia, 1950, as amended.
Mayor Sevila stated that this procedure that is described from the state code, basically
requires, periodically, the town dedicate the streets that have been received by the town.
Mr. Minor explained to the Council, that before the town can count these streets into the lane
mileage calculations, the town must specifically accept these streets and generally, the town will not
accept streets until the public improvements have been completed and the bonds are released.
Mayor Sevila asked Mr. Mason what the 2.7 lane miles means in terms of dollars. Mr. Mason
stated approximately $14,000.00. Mr. Kelley asked what the town receives per year, from the state for
road maintenance. Mr. Mason stated approximately $500,000.00.
Aye: Councilmember Clem, Curry, Kelley, Leach, Tolbert, Williams and Mayor Sevila
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Nay: None
New Business
Mr. Williams explained of the confusion to drivers when turning onto Catoctin Circle from
Market Street, when Catoctin Circle starts to narrow near the funeral home. He suggested to Council
that Director of Engineering and Public Works Tom Mason have a sign erected on Catoctin Circle
near the funeral home, that says "right lane ends" or "merge left". Mr. Curry stated that there is a
sign already in place that says "merge left". Mr. Minor suggested re-painting the road. Mayor Sevila
agreed with Mr. Minor. This will be a priority item.
On motion and duly seconded the meeting was adjourned.
Robert E. Sevila, Mayor
Clerk of Council