HomeMy Public PortalAbout1995_02_08SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 8, 1995
A special meeting of the Leesburg Town Council was held on Wednesday, February 8, 1995, at
6:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, Leesburg, Virginia. Notice having been
delivered to all members of the Leesburg Town Council prior thereto. The purposes of the meeting
were: 1.) To conduct a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed amendment to Chapter 3, new
Section 308, Authority to remove or repair buildings. 2.) To consider the acquisition of real property
related to the Balls Bluff expansion. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Clem.
Councilmembers present
George F. Atwell
Frank Buttery
Jewell Emswiller
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 M. Stephenson
Director of Parks and Recreation Gary Huff
Deputy Town Attorney Deborah Welsh
Mr. Stephenson presented a brief staff report regarding the proposed amendment to Chapter 3, new
Section 3-8, Authority to remove or repair buildings.
There was no public comment. Mayor Clem closed the public. The Council generally agreed with the
comments made by town staff. No action was taken on this matter.
The Council convened in thc Mayor's office to conduct the executive session. The following members
were present: Councilmembers Buttery, Emswiller, Umstattd, Webb and Mayor Clem. Mr. At,veil and
Mr. Trocino were not present.
MOTION
On motion of; and duly seconded, the following motion was made.
Pursuant to Section 2.1-344 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, I move that the Leesburg
Town Council convene in Executive Session. The authority for this Executive Session is found in Section
2.1-344 (a), Subsection (3) of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended. The purposes of this Executive
Session is to consider the acquisition of real property related to the Balls Bluff expansion.
VOTE:
Aye: Councilmembers Buttery, Emswiller, Umstattd, Webb and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
Absent: Councilmembers Atwell, Trocino
MOTION
On motion of; and duly seconded, the following motion was made.
I move that the Executive Session be adjourned, that the Leesburg Town Council reconvene its
public meeting and that the minutes of the public meeting reflect that no formal action was taken in the
Executive Session.
VOTE:
Aye: Councilmembers Buttery, Emswiller, Umstattd, Webb and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
Absent: Councilmembers Atwell, Trocino
MOTION
On motion of, and duly seconded, the following resolution was proposed and adopted.
95-22 - RESOLUTION: CERTIFYING EXECUTIVE SESSION OF FEBRUARY 8, 1995
WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Leesburg, Virginia, has this day convened in
Executive Session in accordance with an affirmative recorded vote of the Leesburg Town Council and
in accordance with the provisions of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Leesburg Town Council does hereby certify
that to the best of each member's knowledge, 1) only public business matters lawfully exempted from
open meeting requirements under the Freedom of Information Act were discussed in the Executive
Session to which this certification applies; and 2) only such public business matters as were identified in
the Motion by which the said Executive Session was convened were heard, discussed or considered by
the Lcesburg Town Council.
VOTE:
Aye: Councilmembers Buttery, Emswiller, Umstattd, Webb and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
Absent: Councilmembers Atwell, Trocino
MOTION
On motion of; and duly seconded, the meeting was adjourned.
Clerk of Council
Jd'mes E. Clem, Mayor
Town of Leesburg
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Nay: None
· Absent: Councilmember Umstattd
MOTION
On motion of Mr. Webb, seconded by Mr. Trocino, the following proclamation was proposed and adopted.
PROCLAMATION
1995
YMCA HEALTHY KIDS DAY
WHEREAS, the YMCA's vision is to be the nation's leader in prevention and development programs
for children; and
WHEREAS, the YMCA nurtures the healthy development of children, strengthens families, and helps
communities become healthier and safer; and
WHEREAS, the YMCA helps people of ages, incomes, races, religions and abilities lead healthier
lives; and
WHEREAS, at the YMCA there is a sense of belonging and everyone can succeed.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the Town of Leesburg hereby declares April
1, 1995, as YMCA of Loudoun County YMCA Healthy Kids Day in collaboration with the Town of Leesburg
Parks and Recreation and the Loudonn Road Runners.
VOTE
Nay:
Absent:
Councilmembers Atwell, Buttery, Emswiller, Trocino, Webb, and Mayor Clem
None
Councilmember Umstattd
CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION
Mayor Clem presented Certificates of Appreciation to Leesburg Police Officers Thomas F. Butler, Brandon
Leigh, and Eric Paul.
PETITIONERS
Mary Fishback, representing the Thomas Balch Library Commission, presented a brief update of the
Commission's work.
Dave Tinkham,. addressed the Town Council requesting an amendment to the town's Zoning Ordinance
regarding setbacks for decks and additions.
Mr. Brown agreed to forward the issue to the Planning Commission and provide information to the Town
Council on Friday.
C.B. Baldwin, Planning Director at Loudoun Hospital Center, provided an update on Loudoun Healthcare's
progress. He announced LHI plans to begin construction at Landsdowne in June, 199~ with completion in
June 1997. He stated the current facility would be converted to a retirement home.
Ms. Emswiller asked if any type of emergency care would be available at the current facility?
Mr. Baldwin responded an assessment is underway at this time to address the issue.
Jim Carr, a member of the Library Foundation's Board of Directors, invited the Town Council to attend the
annual Library Foundation meeting on March 19, 1995 at 2:30 p.m. at the Rust Library.
Mr. Cart, speaking as a resident of the Fox Chapel Condominiums, petitioned the council for provision of a
noise barrier when the Plaza Street extension is constructed.
John King. a resident of Lounsbury Court, spoke in reference to item 10(e). He asked that the town fund the
additional money proposed to study traffic alternatives.
Carolyn Sadler, a resident of the Fox Chapel Condominiums, emphasized the need for a sound barrier when
the Plaza Street extension is constructed and requested the Town Council work with residents to preserve the
trees in this area.
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