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HomeMy Public PortalAbout1994_03_22123 TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF MARCH 22, 1994 A regular meeting of the Leesburg Town Council was held on March 22, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia. The meetingwas called to order by the Mayor. INVOCATION was given by Councilmember Atwell. SALUTE TO THE FLAG was led by Steve Brown ROLL CALL Councilmembers present George F. Atwell Georgia W. Bange (absent) Ronald W. Blake Joseph R. Trocino Kristen C. Umstattd William F. Webb Mayor James E. Clem Staff members present Town Manager Steven C. Brown Director of Engineering and Public Works Thomas Mason Director of Parks and Recreation Gary Huff Director of Finance Paul E. York Deputy Town Manager/Airport Manager Peter Stephenson Public Information Officer Susan Farmer Deputy Town Attorney Deborah Welsh Town Clerk Barbara Messinger APPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion of Mr. Webb, seconded by Ms. Umstattd, special meeting minutes of February 22, 1994, and March 8, 1994, and the regular meeting minutes of March 8, 1994 were approved as written. VOTE Nay: Absent: Councilmembers Atwell, Blake, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem None Councilmember Bange RESOLUTION OF RESPECT On motion of Mr. Webb, seconded by Ms. Umstattd, the following resolution of respect was proposed and adopted. RESOLUTION OF RESPECT Robert S. Utterback WHEREAS, Robert S. "Bobby" Utterback, a lifelong resident of Loudoun County, died on February 25, 1994, at the age of 50; and WHEREAS, Mr. Utterback, a double amputee, was a daily user of the Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park Trail; and WHEREAS, Mr. Utterback was also a frequent speaker before children's groups and long-term care patients, emphasizing abilities rather than disabilities; and WHEREAS, Mr. Utterback has been referred to as the "unofficial mayor" of the W&OD in recognition of his logging an average of 7,000 miles a year on his three-wheel racing wheelchair; and WHEREAS, Mr. Utterback will be greatly missed by his family and friends who were touched by his indomitable spirit and positive attitude. THEREFORE, RESOLVED that the Mayor and members of Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia extend their sympathy to Mr. Utterback's family and to all who knew him; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution of Respect be spread upon the minutes of this 124 meeting and that a copy be sent to his wife, Priscilla. VOTE Nay: Absent: Councilmembers Atwell, Blake, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem None Councilmember Bange PETITIONERS Jim Cart commented on Resolution ll(g) - Thomas Balch Library. He urged the Council to vote in favor of the resolution. Mr. Carr addressed the Council regarding the deletion of the cost of the advertisement, from the town's budget, for August Court Days and the Library Foundation's Book Sale. He asked that the Council consider restoring the item to the budget. Ed Heitzeff, representing the Multiple Sclerosis 150K Bike Tour, addressed the Town Council promoting the tour. He requested that the Town Council support the event. Karen Titus, resident of Mason's Lane, addressed the Town Council, encouraging preservation of the Thomas Balch Library and urging adoption of Resolution 11 (g). Dale McGuire, representing the Leesburg Volunteer Fire Department, addressed the Town Council regarding the proposed fire station. His statement is made a part of the official record. Mary Fishback spoke in support of the Thomas Balch Library. Jim Ramsey, broker for Riggs Bank, addressed the Town Council regarding the proposed fire station. He believed the condemnation of the 4.64 acre site in the Exeter subdivision would be unfair and unwise. John Yarborough addressed the Town Council regarding the location of the proposed fire station. He supported the efforts of the LVFC to locate a fire station in the north east quadrant, but opposed the selection of the immediate Plaza Street/Exeter site for reasons previously mentioned. Martin Lovett, resident of 801 Rust Drive, urged the Town Council to vote against the Plaza Street fire station site. Janet Frey, resident of Rollins Place, urged adoption of Resolution il(g) regarding the Balch Library. Brian Balthrop, resident of Leesburg, spoke in opposition to the Plaza Street site for the proposed fire station. Tim McDonough and Gordon Meyers, residents of Ashton Downs, addressed the Town Council with regard to water/sewer bills. Both residents considered their bills too high stating something has to be done. They requested cooperation from the Town of Leesburg in this matter. Mayor Clem asked that Randy Shoemaker review the issue and provide the Town Council with a response. Mark Peters, representing Blue Sky Aviation, encouraged the Council's support of Leesburg Airport. LEGISLATION MOTION On motion of Mr. Blake, seconded by Mr. Webb, the following resolution was proposed and adopted. 94-56 A RESOLUTION: ACCEPTING THE LOUDOUN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OFFER TO TRANSFER THE BUILDING, PROPERTY AND CONTENTS OF THOMAS BALCH LIBRARY TO THE TOWN OF LEESBURG WHEREAS, over tke previous two fiscal years the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has thtzatened to abandon Thomas Balch Library by eliminating county funding; and WHEREAS, the Town Council appreciates and desires to retain the beauty and economic development benefits of the Balch Library; and WHEREAS, the Balch Library and its contents are currently owned by Loudoun County; and 3/22/94 -2- 125 WHEREAS, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted on March 16, 1994, to convey to the Town of Leesburg the Balch Library and its contents including $39,778 to assist in financing the transfer effective July 1, 1994; and WHEREAS, the Town Council is dedicated to ensuring that the library continue its operation for the benefit of town and county citizens. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. The Town Council proposes that the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors convey to the Town of Leesburg on or before July 1, 1994, the Thomas Balch Library, its approximate 0.79 acres of real property, its current collection and equipment plus whatever equipment and collection accumulate between today's date and July 1, 1994, all free and clear of ali liens and subject to a bill of sale, and/or deed for conveyance of the same in a form approved by the Town Council and attorney for the town. SECTION II. Present library employees will become at their option employees of the Town of Leesburg effective July 1, 1994. SECTION III. Town Council agrees to work with the Library Board of Trustees to ensure fuli access to the library for all Loudoun citizens. SECTION IV. As a condition of the transfer of ownership, all funds accumulated for use at the library including but not limited to capital improvement funds, all foundation/trust funds and operating revenue must be transferred to the Town of Leesburg or made available for exclusive use by the Town of Leesburg to operate and improve the library. DISCUSSION Mr. Webb asked what the current yearly operating expenses are for the Library. Ms. Umstattd responded about $120,000 per year. Mr. Brown responded $120,000 with the County agreeing to give the Town $40,000 for next year's operation. Mr. Trocino asked how many employees would be added to the Town's payroll. Mr. Brown replied the total number o~ assigned positions would be 1.8 full-time equivalents. Mr. Webb considered the Library too important an asset to the Town to let it go and supported taking it over. Ms. Umstattd expressed concern with the Town of Leesburg taking over a county function with only 1/Sth of the population to pay for that function, and the risk of imposing about 5 times the burden on its citizens per capita. She stated she did not like the fact that the County has dumped the library and thought they are wrong to do so. She stated she is more nervous about the Town being able to support the library long term because of its smaller tax base. Mr. Trocino appreciatedMs. Umstattd's comments but didn't think the Town of Leesburg could afford to lose this important part of the community. Mayor Clem toured the Thomas Balch Library on March 18th. He stated it was a sound and marvelous building. He supported the issue. Mr. Atwell commented it was a travesty for the Board of Supervisors not to support the maintenance and making available the historical records of Loudoun County. He quoted, "To be ignorant of what occurred before you were born is to remain always a child. And for what is the worth of human life unless it is woven into the life of our ancestors by the records of history." VOTE Aye: Councilmembers Atwell, Blake, Trocino, Webb, and Mayor Clem Nay: Councilmember Umstattd Absent: Councilmember Bange PUBLIC HEARING: Proposed Budget for Fiscal Years July 1~ 1994 - June 30~ 1995 Mr. Brown presented a staff report. Dick Wright, representingthe Loudoun County Convention and Visitor's Bureau, requestedcontinued funding at the present level. 3/22/94 -3- 126 Peter Dunning. representing Bluemont Concert Series, spoke in support of continued funding and requested an increase from $12,000 to $15,000. Mr. Blake asked if the Concert Series received funds from other jurisdictions. Mr. Dunning replied yes, from 15 other local jurisdictions. Frank Ratio addressed the Town Council speaking in relation to the Town's debt to its operating budget. He applauded the Council and staff for getting the percentage spent on debt service down. He hopes it will be reduced to below 15%. Sid Lissner made the following statement. "I thank you for this opportunity to speak on the proposed budget. Let me begin by saying that because I live only five blocks from Town Hall, I walked here this evening. For two of those five blocks I had to walk in the street because there are no sidewalks. Imagine that. Just a few blocks from this opulent civic palace, adjacent to this extravagant and under-used parking structure, there are lovely middle-ciass neighborhoods without sidewalks. My neighbors and I, for years, have asked for sidewalks, but to no avail. Neighborhoods throughout Leesburg lack sidewalks, adequate street lighting, and traffic signals. My walk tonight illustrates that this Mayor and this Town Council spend too much of their time and the peoples' tax dollars on non-essential projects. Your proposed budget sadly shows that neighborhoods are being given short shrift as you spend millions on the airport, low priority highway projects and costly expansion of the water and sewer system. Indeed, last year you spent months on a futile effort to persuade the people to spend millions on the county complex. The people decisively repudiated that folly which would have exacerbated our town's indebtedness, already the worst in Virginia. Let me make some suggestions and observations. First, stop pouring tax dollars into the bottomless pit of the Leesburg Municipal Airport, which required a $300,000 subsidy in this fiscal year. No one has ever proven the economic benefits, if there are any, of this albatross. Further more, it's an absolute outrage that you've given the owners of $26,000,000 worth of aircraft a virtual tax free ride. A tax rate of $1 per $100,000 is a scandal. I pay more tax on my 1989 Ford Taurus with 93,000 miles than the owner of a million dollar aircraft. It's time to sell off the airport as many state and local governments are doing. At the least, it's unconscionable that Leesburg's total tax revenue from the airport is a mere $300. By eliminating funding for the airport the town saves, in this fiscal year, $5,664,993. The town intends to spend $23,250 on the Cable T.V. Commission. When Leesburg was served by Multivision there was some justification for a Cable T.V. Commission. Would it not be cheaper and wiser to join with Loudoun County to regulate the single cable company that serves the entire county? Ida Lee Recreation Center has asked for a $25,000 computer system, as well as funds for other non-essentials. Ida Lee requires, of course, an annual subsidy of about $250,000. Won't you agree that the Town of Leesburg as local governments elsewhere have done, should look very carefully into contracting with a private firm to manage Ida Lee. Contracting out has worked well for trash collection in Leesburg. There is no inherent benefit in having the town employees do the work that private companies can do for us at less cost. Your budget calls for spending $6,090,000 for the cattail branch sewer conveyance system in the next fiscal year, with a small off-set by developers. The cattail branch area is outside the town limits, yet you are asking Leesburg's taxpayers to pay for its water and sewer infrastructure. Let the developers bear the cost. A few small matters. Money can be saved by not widening East Market Street between Catoctin Circle and Loudoun Street. As a general rule, I would think that the generous bonuses for the town's senior staff, especially those who earn $40,000 a year might be rethought. Furthermore, the justification for buying cars and trucks in the budget is adherence to a replacement schedule. Just because a vehicle is scheduled for replacement doesn't mean that it can't be used for a few more years. A small but telling item in the budget is the $18,500 for a fuel tank. Has the town considered using fleet credit cards at the 8 24 hour gas stations in Leesburg? Furthermore, the budget does not tell us the personnel and other operating costs associated with the fuel depot. The justification for the fuel tank is that we have always done it that way. The times are a changing but Leesburg isn't keeping up. The question so many people in Leesburg ask is, 'What do we get for a 20% premium over and above our county taxes?' Of course we govern ourselves. We get trash collection. But what other benefits and services do we get that a resident, say of Ashburn, doesn't get? What benefits do we get for less? Owning an airport that bleeds red ink and- - being deeply in debt is not a benefit. So the ultimate issue is not the current tax rate of 20 1/2 cents, but how much lower it could go and should be if the town were better governed and were spending our tax dollars wisely. You should be seeking to make Leesburg more affordable, by cutting the tax rate, trimming non- essential spending, some of which I have identified, and lowering water rates. You could do that and build sidewalks too. Thank you." COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS 3/22~4-4- 127 Mr. Trocino thanked Dan Gill for his service on the Parks and Recreation Commission as Mr. Gill recently resigned. He noted cable converter boxes were being installed throughout the Town enabling subscribers to have expanded service. Mr. Trocino announced the Economic Development Commission's public hearing to discuss the Strategic Plan is scheduled for April 12, 1994. Mr. Trocino opposed the Plaza Street site for the proposed fire station and asked that the issue be brought to closure, suggesting a special meeting of the Town Council. Ms. Umstattd echoed Mr. Trocino's comments regarding the fire station, while supporting the LVFC finding an alternate site. Ms. Umstattd spoke to the Northern Virginia Building Industry Association on March 22, 1994. She summarized her comments noting a potential problem in Leesburg with a trend to decrease development standards in the town. She hoped the Council would give the town clear direction to make sure that all construction in the town meets the highest possible standards. Mr. Blake referenced a flyer left on his vehicle which asks the public to not shop at the Food Lion. He stated that this is a "cheap shot" to attack a new business and asked that the police bring in any persons distributing the flyers for questioning. Mr. Blake commented on the county's announcement to raise taxes on aircraft at Leesburg Airport. He was disappointed, in that, the airport receives no support from the county yet the county wants to raise taxes which will possibly discourage some aircraft users. He stated he is proud of Leesburg Airport. Mr. Webb agreed with comments made about the fire department, however, he considers the letters received from the LVFC to be a threat. He stated that he supports the LVFC but does not like to be threatened. He stated that he does not understand why it is so hard for people to understand the bidding process. He expressed his support of competitive bidding for the town's insurance. Mr. Atwell and Mr. Brown recently attended a meeting with representatives of Loudoun County regarding county building inspections. He stated that he found the report from the county to be innocuous. He believes it is important to press forward with the issue to find out if the county is either willing to openly say they are understaffed or under-qualified to do the necessary building inspections. Mr. Atwell stated that the dignity of the Council Chambers and the honor of serving on the Town Council deserves more than having the Chambers used for a political forum for political rhetoric from anyone. MAYOWS REPORT Mayor Clem thanked Master Choi from the Tae Kwon Do Academy for allowing him to participate in their ceremony held recently. He congratulated the graduating students. Mayor Clem thanked the hospital for the tour, presentation of the need to move, and dinner. He addressed the water and sewer concerns in the Exeter and Ashton Down subdivisions, stating the Town will continue to work with citizens to resolve the issues. He thanked Mr. Shoemaker for his efforts. Mayor Clem mentioned two "so-called surveys" being taken in Leesburg particularly concentrating in apartment complexes. One survey is supossedly for the school system where the questions do not appear to be applicable to the school. The individuals taking the surveys are leaving an "X' mark in ink on the door jams. The other survey is supposedly from Disney focusing on young girls. Mayor Clem asked residents to notify police if they are approached. Mayor Clem announced the lunch program at Madison House will be reinstated by the county on April 1st. MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Brown reviewed the Activity Report. He thanked Mr. Blake for pointing out the proposed increase in aircraft tax by Loudoun County. Mr. Webb announced he will be attending the TCC meetingon March 23, 1994 in Annandale. He stated that Sycolin Road & Rt. 15 Bypass has made the short list with the TCC. He asked that Mr. Mason provide a brief dissertation on the possibility of an alternate means of obtaining funds. 3~2D4-5- 128 Mr. Mason commented the first approach is to obtain funding directly from the Regional Service Transportation Program. If unsuccessful, the advice of the CTB is to obtain local funds. If unsuccessful, then continue the normal process through the six year plan allocation. The hopes are, if unsuccessful with regional funds then requests could be made to the C'rB to either find new funds or transfer some funds already allocated for improvements to Route 7. LEGISLATION 11.(a) MOTION On motion of Mr. Webb, seconded by Mr. Trocino, the following ordinance was proposed and adopted. 94-0-06 - AN ORDINANCE: DELETING TOWN CODE SECTION 11-42 REGARDING THE SALE OR DELIVERY OF TOBACCO TO MINORS WHEREAS, the 1950 Code of Virginia has been amended to change the age of permitted sale or delivery of tobacco products to minors; and WHEREAS, the amended state code now forbids the sale or delivery of tobacco products to persons under 18 years of age; and WHEREAS, the state code also changed the penalty for violations from criminal to civil. THEREFORE, ORDAINED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. Section 11-42 of the Town Code is hereby deleted. SE~ON II. ~is ordinan~ shall ~me effective upon its pa~age. VOTE Aye: Councilmembers Atwell, Blake, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem Nay: None Absent: Councilmember Bange ll. Co), (e). rd). re). (f) MOTION On motion of Mr. Webb, seconded by Mr. Blake, the following resolutions were proposed as consent and adopted. 94-57 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 13-55.3 OF THE SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS REGARDING BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENTS RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: A notice of public hearing to consider an amendment to Section 13-55.3 of the Subdivision and Land Development Regulations regarding Boundary Line Adjustments. Notification shall be published in the Leesburg Today on April 13, 1994 and April 20, 1994 for public hearing April 26, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia. 94-58 A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING A NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR REZONING APPLICATION #ZM-137 BY PENCE-FRIEDEL RESOLVED, by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia, as follows: A notice of public hearing to consider rezoning application #ZM-137 by Pence-Friedel, Inc., to rezoning two one-half acre lots from R-22 to B-3 shall be published in the Leesburg Today on March 30 and April 6, 1994 for public hearing on Tuesday, April 12, 1994, in the Council Chambers of the Government Center, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia, 22075. 3~2~4-~ 94-59 A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING ENTERING INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH 129 CENTRAL LOUDOUN L1TI'LE LEAGUE, INC., FOR THE USE OF ROBINSON PARK BASEBALL FIELD WHEREAS, the Town of Leesburg will receive ownership of a ten-acre park, known as Robinson Park, in the Exeter Subdivision, a part of the proffer agreement with the developers dated October 28, 1987; and WHEREAS, the construction of the park is nearing completion; and WHEREAS, a senior little league baseball field has been developed within the park; and WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission has recommended entering into an agreement with an organization providing baseball leagues for youth of the town; and WHEREAS, an advertisement was placed soliciting proposals from youth baseball organizations for the use of the baseball field; and WHEREAS, only one proposal was submitted from Central Loudoun Little League, Inc.; and WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission has reviewed the proposal and recommends acceptance: THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: The Council of the Town of Leesburg authorizes the Town Manager to enter into an agreement with Central Loudoun Little League, Inc., for the use of the Robinson Park baseball field. 94-60 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING A TIME EXTENSION FOR COMPLETION OF PUBLIC .IMPROVEMENTS AND APPROVING THE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR POTOMAC CROSSING SECTION 1E WHEREAS, Richmond American, the developer of Potomac Crossing Section 1E has not completed all the required public improvements in accordance with the approved construction drawings and town standards within the two-year period agreed to in the contract for public improvements and a one-year time extension; and WHEREAS, the developer has requested an additional one (1) year time extension to complete the public improvements; and WHEREAS, a corporate surety bond in the amount of $91,600.00 from American Motorists Insurance Company was provided by the developer to guarantee the installation of public improvements in Potomac Crossing Section 1E. This corporate surety bond is in effect until March 21, 1995; and WHEREAS, Richmond American does not own the last 18 lots in Section 1E; and WHEREAS, Arkin Homes is the owner of the remaining lots in Section 1E and currently have several houses under construction and is actively marketing the unsold lots under the name Overlook at Potomac Crossing; and WHEREAS, the Director of Engineering and Public Works has approved the amount of $91,600.00 as sufficient to complete the public improvements in Potomac Crossing Section 1E; and WHEREAS, the completion of the public improvements is a high priority of the town and the developer should proceed with completion of the work as soon as possible. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. The corporate surety bond from American Motorists Insurance Company in the amount of $91,600.00 is approved to guarantee the installation of public improvements in Potomac Crossing Section 1E. SECTION II. A time extension to March 21, 1995 for completion of the public improvements.is approved. 94-61 A RESOLUTION: REQUESTING THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ACCEPT CERTAIN STREETS RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: 3~2~4-7- 130 The Virginia Department of Transportation is requested to accept into the Virginia Department of Highways arterial and secondary system .36 lane miles of Ashton Drive; .14 lane miles of River Frays Drive; .24 lane miles of Wingate Place; .14 lane miles of Edwards Ferry Road; .4 lane miles of Davis Avenue, as listed on the accompanying Form U-l, in accordance with the requirements of Section 33.1-41.1 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended. VOTE Nay: Absent: Abstain: Councilmembers Atwell, Blake, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem None Councilmember Bange Councilmember Trocino 11 (c) IL(h) MOTION On motion of Mr. Blake, seconded by Ms. Umstattd, the following resolution was proposed and adopted. 94-62 - A RESOLUTION: WAIVING RENTAL FEES AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS TO THE IDA LEE RECREATION CENTER WHEREAS, Interfaith Relief has entered into agreement with the Department of Parks and Recreation to conduct a country and western dance as a fund raising project; and WHEREAS, the event is scheduled after normal operating hours and requires fees be paid to cover staff costs of $270 and rental charge covering operating costs of $180 totalling $450; and WHEREAS, Interfaith Relief has requested a waiver of these fees: THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. Town Council hereby waives the operating costs of $180 for Interfaith Relief. SECTION II. The total of $180 is hereby appropriated from the unappropriated fund balance to the Ida Lee Recreation Center rental fees, 200.1613.620.030. VOTE Nay: Absent: IL(i) DISCUSSION SECTION III. Interfaith Relief is required to pay $270 of staff costs required for the event. Councilmembers Atwell, Blake, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem None Councilmember Bange Ms. Umstattd expressed opposition to the issue. unattractive and no benefit to the town. She stated that a chain link fence facing Ida Lee is Mr. Blake explained that the Union Cemetery Board of Directors requested replacement of the fence because the current fence is deteriorating and people park on the cemetery property while attending events at Ida Lee Park. Mr. Atwell commented that good fences make good neighbors. He asked Mr. Huff if there are any plans to close the road adjacent to the fence in the near future. Mr. Huff replied there are no plans to close the road, however, it may be changed to a bike trail. Mr. Atwell stated that a bike trail reinforced his position to support a new fence. Mr. Huff suggested talking with the Board about the possibility of a black rail fence instead of chain link if it serves the same purpose. This item was deferred for further consideration. ll.fi) 3~2~4-8- 131 MOTION On motion of Mr. Trocino, seconded by Ms. Umstattd, the following resolution was proposed and adopted. 94-63 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING THE USE OF TOWN POLICE OFFICERS FOR THE MARCH OF DIMES WALKAMERICA AND MAKING AN APPROPRIATION WHEREAS, the March of Dimes has scheduled its second annual WalkAmerica Walk-a-thon for April 24, 1994, in Leesburg; and WHEREAS, by correspondence dated March 1, 1994, the March of Dimes requests police assistance to ensure the safety of the event; and WHEREAS, it is town policy to collect a special events fee for events requiring town forces; and WHEREAS, the March of Dimes requested a waiver of the fee. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia. The Town Council hereby authorizes the use of town forces for the March of Dimes WalkAmerica on April 24, 1994. The Town Council authorizes the necessary appropriation to cover the expense from the unappropriated general fund balance to the police overtime account. VOTE Aye: Councilmembers Atwell, Blake, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem Nay: None Absent: Councilmember Bange NEW BUSINESS 12.(k) On motion of Ms. Umstattd, seconded by Mr. Trocino, the following resolution was proposed and adopted. 94-64 A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING A PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR THE LEESBURG ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION STRATEGIC PLAN RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: A notice of public hearing by the Town Council to consider the Leesburg Economic Development Commission Strategic Plan shall be published in Leesburg Today on April 6, 1994 for a public hearing on Tuesday, April 12, 1994. The public hearing shall begin at 7:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be reached, and shall be held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Government Center, 23 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia. VOTE Nay: Absent: 12.(!) Councilmembers Atwell, Blake, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem None Councilmember Bange This item was referred to a special meeting of the Town Council. MOTION On motion of, and duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p.m. Clerk of Council 3~2D4-9- James E. Clem, Mayor