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HomeMy Public PortalAbout1994_05_10TOWN COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 10, 1994 A regular meeting of the Leesburg Town Council was held on May 10, 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 Bange. SALUTE TO THE FLAG was led by Councilmember Webb ROLL CALL Councilmembers present George F. Atwcll Georgia W. Bange Ronald W. Blake (absent) Joseph R. Trocino Kristen C. Umstattd William F. Webb Mayor James E. Clem Staff members present Town Manager Steven C. Brown Deputy Town Manager Peter Stephenson Director of Engineering and Public Works Thomas Pc Mason Public Information Officer Susan Farmer 'lbwn Attorney George Martin '?own Clerk Barbara Messinger · ~PPROVAL OF MINUTES On motion of Mr. Webb, seconded by Ms. Umstattd, the special meeting minutes of April 20, 1994 were approved as submitted and the regular meeting minutes of April 26, 1994 were approved as corrected by Mr. Atwell. VOTE Aye: Nay: Absent: Councilmembers Atwell, Bange, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem None Councilmember Blake MOTION On motion of Mr. Webb, seconded by Ms. Bange, the following proclamation was proposed and adopted. PROCLAMATION Employee Health and Fitness Day May 18, 1994 WHEREAS, employees fitness programs can reduce absenteeism and turnover, while increasing productivity in the workplace; and WHEREAS, the month of May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month; and WHEREAS, the National Association of Governors' Councils on Physical Fitness and Sports, the Association for Fitness in Business are sponsoring the sixth annual National Employee Health and Fitness Day on Wednesday, May 18, 1994; and WHEREAS, National Employee Health and Fitness Day provides the opportunity for employers to introduce a fitness program to their employees; and WHEREAS, more than 3,100 employers participated in last year's Employee Health and Fitness Day across the United States; and WHEREAS, more than one-half million employees are expected to participate in non-competitive physical fitness activities this year: THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia hereby declares May 18, 1994, as Employee Health and Fitness Day in the Town of Leesburg and encourages all persons to take advantage of free admission and activities at Ida Lee Recreation Center. 2O8 VOTE Aye: Nay: Absent: Councilmembers Atwell, Bange, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem None Councilmember Blake CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION Peter Stephenson and Mayor Clem presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Stanley Caulkins for 30 years of service to Godfrey Field. PETITIONERS Mohammed Khirshid, General Manager of the Taco Bell in Leesburg, invited the Town Council and the public to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Taco Bell on May 21, 1994 at 9 a.m. He stated the restaurant will be selling 39 cent tacos for 39 hours. Robert Ellis, President of the Leesburg Volunteer Fire Company (LCVF), addressed the Council asking where the LVFC stands regarding the proposed fire station site issue. He emphasized the need to make a decision soon citing recent fires in the northeast quadrant of Leesburg. One fire occurred on April 22, at Heritage Square, N.E., causing $25,000 in damages. The other fire occurred on May 4, at the Raspberry Plains home. To date, the LVFC has responded to 412 calls an estimated 1,180 calls are expected this year. Mr. Ellis stated it is time for the Council to make a decision. Mr. Brown stated that the Council received a report from the Deputy Town Attorney in response to the directive that she contact each person, on the list, for potential site acquisition. Contact has been made and appraisals have been ordered for each site. Mr. Brown stated that he will meet with the Deputy Town Attorney and the appraiser, this week, to finalize information needed to complete the appraisals. Negotiations can then proceed. Mayor Clem stated that this Council wants to put closure on this issue. He asked that Mr. Brown keep Chief Frye and President Ellis informed. Beck Dickerson, a resident of Edwards Ferry Road, addressed the Council regarding the proposed improvements to Edwards Ferry Road. His written statement is made a part of the official record. Mayor Clem requested that staff take Mr. Dickerson's information under advisement. Mr. Trocino considered this matter to be an excellent opportunity to reduce this project to a human scale. He stated that there is a possibility that the town can meet all engineering needs and requirements and still save the trees and retaining walls. Ms. Bange recalled that the town would widen the two lanes just enough to make them safe and add the sidewalk. Mr. Brown stated that this information will be forwarded to the town's engineering staff for consideration. A response will be forthcoming to Mr. Dickerson and the residents. Chuck Jones, a resident of 112 Prince Street, concurred with Mr. Dickerson regarding "green-spacing" a portion of the Edwards Ferry Road project. He stated it is time to consider the impact that growth has on our community. He asked the Council to create a policy that will ensure that neighborhood impacts are softened by giving attention to greenspace, pedestrian ways, etc. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS Mr. Webb thanked citizens for their confidence regarding the election. He stated that he would work for all citizens and do his best. Mr. Webb announced a meeting would be held on May 13, with the representativesof the Loudoun County School Board regarding the pedestrian tunnel at the Battlefield Parkway. He asked Mr. Brown to contact Mr. Fletcher, of the school board, to be prepared to discuss the existing pedestrian tunnel and the new proposal. Mr. Webb stated that he has received several complaints regardiqg safety and appearance of the tunnel. Mr. Webb made suggestions for safeguarding the tunnel. Mr. Webb asked that a public information meeting be scheduled to answer citizen concerns and questions regarding the Cable TV service. Ms. Umstattd thanked all of the voters in the recent Town election and congratulated those who were elected and also those individuals who were not elected. 5/10/94co -2- Mr. Trocino emphasized moving ahead on the Edwards Ferry Road issue. He announced that he and the Mayor have been invited to speak on May 23, to the Commission on Local Government regarding the issue of double taxation. He also congratulated the winners and losers in the recent election. He particularly commended Ms. Umstattd and Mayor Clem for there professionalism. Mr. Atwell reported on a Genealogy Seminar held this past weekend at the Thomas Balch Library. The seminar brought to Leesburg many out of town guests. He spoke of the importance of having this type of facility over a general lending library. Mayor Clem concurred with Mr. Atwell's comments. Ms. Bange received many positive remarks regarding the fact that the Council did not increase the fees at Ida Lee Park. She stated that use of the facility is up this year. She welcomed Raymond Preston Creamer to Leesburg who was born May 3, to John and Betsy Creamer. MAYOR'S REPORT Mayor Clem referenced a memo received from Mr. Brown regarding Greenway Farms and expressed concern with damage occurring to trees due to the construction. He suggested levying a penalty to ensure that this does not occur in the future. He reminded citizens of the town-wide spring clean-up on May 12 and 13. He thanked Beck Dickerson and Chuck Jones for their comments regarding improvements to Edwards Ferry Road. Mayor Clem echoed comments of his fellow councilmembers regarding the recent town election. MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Brown thanked the Council for the adoption of the pay plan for the town employees. Susan Farmer reported that Officer Doug Taylor was featured on W JLA Channel 7 on "Good Cops." Mr. Brown stated that he will look into resolving issues concerning the underpass. He thanked Peter Stephenson, Stanley Caulkins and everyone involved for their efforts during the successful Airport Appreciation Day. Mr. Webb attended a DARE Program, last week, in Henrico County along with his grandson and was impressed with their program. He requested that Henrico County send their program information to the Town of Leesburg. Ms. Bange expressed appreciation for the exceptional job the Police Department has been doing delivering the Council packets. Their presence in the various neighborhoods helps bring a feeling that our neighborhoods are being looked after. LEGISLATION 10.(a) MOTION On motion of Ms. Bange, seconded by Ms. Webb, the following ordinance was proposed and adopted. 94-0-15 - AN ORDINANCE: AMENDING CHAPTER 11, ARTICLE 1, SECTION 11-9 OF TIlE LEESBURG TOWN CODE TO LIM ITTHE NUMBER OF PAWNSHOPS IN THE TOWN OF LEESBURG WHEREAS, on April 12, 1994, the Town Council adopted Resolution 94-76, stating that no more than three pawnshops are authorized to operate at any one time within the territorial limits of the Town of Leesburg; and WHEREAS, the three previously licensed pawnshops in Leesburg renewed their business licenses by the April 15, 1994 business license renewal deadline; and 209 5/10/94co -3- 210 WHEREAS, the daily report of pawned items, which is required of each pawnshop establishment, involves significant Leesburg Police Department staff time for review; and WHEREAS, Section 54.1-4002 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, authorizes the town to limit the number of pawnshops that may be operated at any one time within the town. THEREFORE, ORDAINED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: Chapter 11, Article 1, Section 11-9 of the Leesburg Town Code is hereby amended to add a new sub- paragraph (c) as follows: (c) No more than three pawnshops are authorized to operate at any one time within the territorial limits of the Town of Leesburg. VOTE Aye: Councilmembers Atwell, Bange, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem Nay: None Absent: Councilmember Blake 10.CoL lc). (d). (e). (f), (e). (h). (i), (i). (k), (I) MOTION On motion of Ms. Bange, seconded by Ms. Umstattd, the following resolutions were proposed as consent and adopted. 94-92 - A RESOLUTION: MAKING A REDUCTION OF THE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING A TIME EXTENSION FOR COMPLETION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND APPROVING A PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR OLD MILL KENNELS WHEREAS, the town Director of Engineering and Public Works has reviewed the public improvements installed to date at Old Mill Kennels and confirmed that the value of work performed exceeds $27,200.00; and WHEREAS, Old Mill Kennel, Inc., the developer of Old Mill Kennels, has not completed ali 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 WHEREAS, the developer has requested a sixty (60) day time extension to complete the public improvements; and WHEREAS, a letter of credit from F & M Bank - Winchester in the amount of $34,000.00 has been provided by the developer and approved by the Council to guarantee installation of public improvements at Old Mill Kennels; and THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. The letter of credit from F & M Bank - Winchester in the amount of $34,000.00 is reduced to $6,800.00 and is approved to guarantee the installation of public improvements at Old Mill Kennels. SECTION II. The Town Manager shall notify the developer that liability for the letter of credit funds has been reduced as outlined in Section I of this resolution, and that this reduction does not constitute acceptance of public improvements by the town or relieve the developer of responsibilities outlined in the contract for public improvements for Old Mill Kennels. Section III. approved. A time extension to June 30, 1995 for completion of the public improvements is 94-93 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING A TIME EXTENSION FOR COMPLETION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTSAND APPROVING A PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR STONEGATE PHASE 1, SECTION 3 WHEREAS, Trafalgar House, the developer of Stonegate Subdivision Phase 1, Section 3, 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 WHEREAS, the developer has requested a one (1) year time extension to complete the public 5/10/94co -4- 211 improvements; and WHEREAS, a corporate surety bond in the amount of $87,417.40 from the American Home Assurance Company was provided by the developer to guarantee the installation of public improvements in Stonegate Phase 1, Section 3. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. The corporate surety bond from the American Home Assurance Company in the amount of $87,417.40 is approved to guarantee the installation of public improvements in Stonegate Phase 1, Section 3. SECTION II. A time extension to June 4, 1995 for completion of the public improvements is approved. 94-94 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT AND APPROVING A PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE AND WATER AND SEWER EXTENSION PERMITS FOR KINCAID FOREST PHASE 1, SECTION 6A RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. The manager shall execute the contract for public improvements for the improvements shown on the plans approved by the Director of Engineering and Public Works for Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 6A. SECTION II. The extension of municipal water and sewer for Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 6A is approved in accordance with Sections 15-9 and 19-18 of the Town Code. SECTION IlL The corporate surety bond in a form approved by the town attorney from the American Motorist Insurance Company in the amount of $307,717.69 is approved as security to guarantee installation of the public improvements shown on plans approved by the Director of Engineering and Public Works for Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 6A. 94-95 - A RESOLUTION: MAKING A REDUCTION OF THE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS INSTALLED IN KINCAID FOREST PHASE 1, SECTION 8A WHEREAS, the town's Director of Engineering and Public Works has reviewed the public improvements installed to date in Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 8A and confirmed that the value of work performed is $165,812.00; and WHEREAS, a corporate surety bond from American Motorists Insurance Company in the amount of $256,858.64 has been provided by the developer and approved by the Council to guarantee installation of public improvements in Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 8A. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. The corporate surety bond from the American Motorists Insurance Company in the amount of $256,858.64 is reduced to $91,046.64. SECTION II. The Town Manager shall notify the developer that liability for the corporate surety bond has been reduced as outlined in Section I of this resolution, and that this reduction does not constitute acceptance of public improvements by the town or relieve the developer or responsibilities outlined in the contract for public improvements for Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 8A. 94-96 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT AND APPROVING WATER AND SEWER EXTENSION PERMITS FOR KINCAID FOREST PHASE 1, SECTION 9B WHEREAS, the construction drawings and final plat for Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 9B have been conditionally approved; and WHEREAS, the developer, First Potomac Development Company, wishes to proceed with installation of the public improvements without providing a performance guarantee; and WHEREAS, the final subdivision plat for Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 9B cannot be recorded until all the public improvements are completed and accepted by the Town Council or a performance guarantee acceptable to the Town Council is provided by the developer. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: 5/10/94co -5- SECTION I. The Manager shall execute the contract for public improvements with First Potomac Development Company for the improvements shown on the plans approved by the Director of Engineering and Public Works for Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 9B. SECTION II. The extension of municipal water and sewer for Kincaid Forest Phase 1, Section 9B is approved in accordance with Sections 15-9 and 19-18 of the Town Code. 94-97 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT, APPROVING WATER AND SEWER EXTENSION PERMITS, WAIVING A PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE AND APPROVING A CONNECTION FOR WASTEWATER FLOW TO THE EXISTING CATTAIL BRANCH SEWAGE PUMPING STATION WHEREAS, the Director of Engineering and Public Works and the Planning Commission have conditionally approved construction drawings and final development plan for the Potomac Crossing Elementary School, to be constructed by the Loudoun County Board of Education (School Board hereafter); and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest to waive the costs associated with a performance guarantee for the necessary public improvements; and WHEREAS, the ultimate interceptor sewer and pumping station in the Cattail Branch Sewer Shed are currently under design but may not be constructed and functional by the time the Potomac Crossing Elementary School is constructed and opens in the fall of 1995; and WHEREAS, the existing Cattail Branch Pumping Station has sufficient unused capacity to accept the estimated 3,000 gallon per day of wastewater flow from the proposed Potomac Crossing Elementary School. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the town of Leesburg in Virginia, as follows: SECTION I. The Manager shah execute the contract for public improvements in a form approved by the Deputy Town Attorney with the School Board for the improvements shown on the plans approved by the Director of Engineering and Public Works for the Potomac Crossing Elementary School site, located within the Potomac Crossing Planned Residential Neighborhood. SECTION II. The extension of municipal water and sewer works for the Potomac Crossing School site is approved in accordance with Sections 15-9 and 19-18 of the Town Code. SECTION IlL The performance guarantee for the public improvements in the amount of $205,000.00 is waived, conditioned on the requirements that occupancy to the school shall not be permitted until the public improvements are completed to the satisfaction of the town, or a subsequent performance guarantee is furnished in an amount approved by the Director of Engineering and Public Works for outstanding punchlist items. SECTION IV. The town's Sewer Master Plan dated April 11, 1989, as amended, is hereby amended to allow interim connection of the Potomac Crossing Elementary School to the existing Cattail Branch Sewage Pumping Station until the demolition and abandonment of the existing pumping station at the time the ultimate Cattail Branch Interceptor and Pumping Station are constructed and in operation. 94-98 - A RESOLUTION: SUPPORTING THE EXPEDITIOUS COMPLETION OF THE POTOMAC CROSSING ELEMENTARYSCHOOL BY THE LOUDOUN COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOR THE OPENING OF THE 1995-96 SCHOOL YEAR WHEREAS, the Loudoun County School Board has determined the need for a new elementaryschool for the school year 1995-96 in the Town of Leesburg based on current and projected student enrollment; and WHEREAS, funding for a new elementary school, which is to be located on a site in the Potomac Crossing Planned Development, has been provided by the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors at the request of the Loudoun County School Board; and WHEREAS, the Potomac Crossing Elementary School has been designed and construction is scheduled to begin on or about June 1, 1994, to have the school ready for the opening of the 1995-96 school year in September 1995; and WHEREAS, if the Potomac Crossing Elementary School is not ready to open in September 1995, Leesburg students will have to be assigned to other elementary schools which will cause crowding and require the installation of trailer type temporary classroom facilities. WHEREAS, the Potomac Crossing Elementary School is vital to ensuring the best possible learning environment for Leesburg's growing student population. 5/10/94co -6- 213 THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. The completion and opening of the Potomac Crossing Elementary School for the 1995-96 school year is urgently needed and is hereby assigned as a top priority for the Town of Leesburg. SECTION II. Town Council hereby directs the Town Manager and staff to provide coordination and assistance to the Loudoun County School System as needed to ensure the opening of the Potomac Crossing Elementary School for the 1995-96 school year. SECTION III. All parties involved with the many aspects of the process and work necessary to accomplish the timely opening of the Potomac Crossing Elementary School are encouraged and requested to work together for this vital community project. 94-99 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING AGREEMENTS WITH WINCHESTER HOMES, INC. AND APPROVING PERFORMANCE GUARANTEES FOR WOODLEA MANOR PHASE I AND THE BRADFIELD DRIVE CONNECTION AND RELEASING LETFERS OF CRED ITAND CANCELLING CONTRACTSWITH ELM STREET DEVELOPMENT WHEREAS, Council Resolution 89-105 authorized agreements with Elm Street Development and approved letters of credit from HomeFed Bank, F.A. as security to guarantee installation of public improvements in Woodlea Manor Phase I and the Bradfield Drive Connection, as shown, on plans approved by the Director of Engineering and Public Works for Woodlea Manor Phase I; and WHEREAS, Winchester Homes, Inc. has a contract with HomeFed Bank and the Resolution Trust Corporation (RTC) to purchase all of Woodlea Manor and proposes to provide new corporate surety bonds issued by Safeco Insurance Company of America as performance guarantees to replace the securities previously approved for Woodlea Manor Phase I and the Bradfield Drive Connection when they become the owner of Woodlea Manor. WHEREAS, the Director of Finance has approved the financial standing of Safeco Insurance Company of America; and WHEREAS, the corporate surety bonds issued by Safeco Insurance Company of America shall be in the amounts of $774,000.00 for Woodlea Manor Phase I and $62,000.00 for the Bradfield Drive Connection and these amounts have been approved by the Director of Engineering and Public Works. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: SECTION I. The Manager shall execute the contracts for public improvements with Winchester Homes, Inc. for the improvements shown on plans approved by the Director of Engineering and Public WOrks for Woodlea Manor Phase I and the Bradfield Drive Connection when Winchester Homes, Inc. becomes the owner and developer of Woodlea Manor. SECTION II. The initial term of the contracts with Winchester Homes, Inc. for completion of the installation of public improvements shall be one (1) year for Woodlea Manor Phase I and five (5) years for the Bradfield Drive Connection. SECTION III. The corporate surety bonds from Safeco Insurance Company of America in the amounts of $774,000.00 for Woodlea Manor Phase I and $62,000.00 for the Bradfield Drive Connection are approved to guarantee the installation of public improvements in Woodlea Manor as shown on the plans approved by the Director of Engineering and Public Works for Woodlea Manor Phase I. SECTION IV. The letters of credit from HomeFed Bank, F.A. are authorized to be released when the new contracts and performance guarantees provided by Winchester Homes, Inc. are signed and in effect and Winchester Homes, Inc. is the owner and developer of Woodlea Manor. SECTION V. The contracts for installation of public improvements for Woodlea Manor Phase I and the Bradfield Drive Connection dated September 23, 1988 with Elm Street Development (formerly NVLand, Inc.) are authorized to be released when the new contracts and performance guarantees provided by Winchester Homes, Inc. are signed and in effect and Winchester Homes, Inc. is the owner and developer of Woodlea Manor Phase I. 94-100 - A RESOLUTION: ADOPTING THE LEESBURG ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN WHEREAS, the Leesburg Economic Development Commission (LEDC) was charged with preparing a strategic plan for economic development for the Town of Leesburg; and WHEREAS, a public forum was held on November 30, 1993 to solicit comments and 5/10/94co -7- 214 recommendations from the general public for the development of the strategic plan; and WHEREAS, the LEDC completed a final draft of the strategic plan on March 16, 1994; and WHEREAS, a Town Council public hearing was held on April 12, 1994. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: The draft economic development strategic plan dated March 16, 1994 is hereby adopted. 94-101 - A RESOLUTION: ESTABLISHING A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR THE TOWN OF LEESBURG WHEREAS, the town has considered the establishment of a Deferred Compensation Plan to be made available to all eligible town employees and elected officials pursuant to Federal legislation permitting such plans; and WHEREAS, certain substantial tax benefits could accrue to employees and elected officials participating in said Deferred Compensation Plans; and WHEREAS, The U.S. Conference of Mayors has established a master prototype deferred compensation program for towns, cities and political subdivisions permitting its member cities and their employees to enjoy the advantages of this program; WHEREAS, The U. S. Conference of Mayors, as Plan Administrator, agrees to hold harmless and indemnify the town, its appointed and elected officials and participating employees from any loss resulting from The U.S. Conference of Mayors or its Agent's failure to perform its duties and services pursuant to The U.S. Conference of Mayors Program: THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: The Town Council hereby adopts the U.S. Conference of Mayors Deferred Compensation Program and its attendant investment options and hereby establishes the Town of Leesburg Deferred Compensation Plan for the voluntary participation of all eligible town employees and elected officials. The Town Manager is hereby authorized to execute for the Town, individual participation agreements with each said employee requesting same, and to act as the "Administrator" of the Plan representing the town, and to execute such agreements and contracts as are necessary to implement the program. It is implicitly understood that other than the incidental expenses of collecting and disbursing the employee's deferrals and other minor administrative matters, that there is to be no cost to the town for the program. 94-102 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING AN APPROPRIATION FOR A FENCE BETWEEN UNION CEMETERY AND IDA LEE PARK WHEREAS, correspondence dated March 1, 1994, from Ted Jackson of the Union Cemetery Board of Directors, requested $2262.00 from the Town of Leesburg for the purpose of sharing the cost of fence installation along the property line between Union Cemetery and Ida Lee Park; and WHEREAS, special events at Ida Lee Park may expose Union Cemetery to potential trespassing violations that could be prevented by a fence; and WHEREAS, the 754-foot long, four-foot tall chain link fence will benefit both town property and the Union Cemetery. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: An appropriation of $2262.00 is hereby authorized from the unappropriated general fund balance to help fund the installation of a chain link fence between Ida Lee Park and Union Cemetery. VOTE Aye: Nay: Abstain: Absent: Councilmembers Atwell, Bange, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem None Councilmember Trocino (c),(d),(e),(f) Councilmember Blake NEW BUSINESS MOTION 5/10/94co -8- 215 On motion of Ms. Bange, seconded by Mr. Webb, the following resolution was proposed and adopted. 94-103 - A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF PERMANENT SPECIAL EVENT SIGNAGE AT THE MAJOR ENTRANCES TO THE TOWN WHEREAS, to ensure the continued success of Town sponsored special events within the Leesburg area it is necessary to keep the community informed; and WHEREAS, carefully designed signage is an appropriate and approved method of notification; and WHEREAS, the signage will be located on Town owned property or within the public rights-of-way owned and maintained by the Town of Leesburg; and WHEREAS, the signage will conform with the safety standards for clear areas and sight distances established in the Town's Design and Construction Standards Manual (D.C.S.M.) and will comply with the materials and sign installation guidelines of the Manual on the Uniform Traffic Control Devices; and WHEREAS, the following sites located on Town owned property or within the public rights-of-way owned and maintained by the Town are suitable locations for Town sponsored signage that inform the community of upcoming special 'events: 1. A double sided sign within the median on East Market Street approximately 350 feet east of Prosperity Avenue; 2. A single face sign approximately 100 feet south of the entrance to Ida Lee Park; 3. A single face sign approximately fifty feet to the north of the existing "Civic Club" sign on South King Street. THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia as follows: Staff is hereby directed to have the above signs installed at the locations authorized by this resolution. VOTE Aye~ Nay: Absent: Councilmembers Atwell, Bange, Trocino, Umstattd, Webb, and Mayor Clem None Councilmember Blake Further discussion was held on the underground tunnel and a meeting will be scheduled to further discuss this matter. MOTION On motion of, and duly seconded, the meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Clerk of Council James E. Clem, Mayor 5/10/94co -9-