HomeMy Public PortalAbout2000_06_13COUNCIL MEETING June 13, 2000
Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:30 p.m. Mayor Clem presiding.
Councilmembers Present: MervJn V. Jackson, Kristen C. Umstattd, Vice Mayor Webb,
Robert Zoldos and Mayor Clem
Staff Members Present: Robert S. Noe, Town Manager, William E. Donnelly, Town
Attorney, Phillip Rodenberg, Deputy Town Manager, John King, Director of Economic
Development, Tom Mason, Director of Engineering and Public Works, Michael Tompkins,
Director of Planning, Zoning and Development, Susan Farmer, Public Tnformation Officer,
Brian Boucher, Zoning Administrator, Cathy Elgin, Purchasing Officer, and .ludy Ahalt, Clerk
of Council.
AGENDA ITEMS
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:Invocation was led Vice Mayor Webb
Salute to the Flag was led by Eagle Scout, Brian Lee Phillips, Peter Christiansen
Roll Call showing Councilmember Atwell and McDonald not present.
Minutes:
On a motion by Councilmember Zoldos, seconded by Councilmember Umstattd the
Council work session minutes of May 22, 2000 were approved unanimously with one
correction. (Name Correction Sue Webb to Sue Williams, Loudoun Museum Board
member)
Petitioners:
1. Woodrow Turner, General Counsel and Vice President of Loudoun Hospital Center,
introduced Rodney Huebbers the new CEO of the hospital.
Rodney Huebbers, addressed the Council discussing the status of the hospital
reorganization. He stated the hospital is now more financially stable and is focusing
on being a community hospital. Mr. Huebbers stated the hospital currently has 98%
occupancy and has petitioned the State to transfer 11 beds from the long-term
facility to the Landsdowne campus. Also a certificate of public need has been
submitted for 20 additional beds at Lansdowne.
He also discussed possible uses for the Cornwall Campus and asked for support and
input from the community.
Councilmember Umstattd thanked Mr. Huebbers for the encouraging news and the
hospital's consideration of the Cornwall Campus.
Vice-Mayor Webb thanked Mr. Huebbers for the update and hopefully the Town can
be an integral part of the decisions made affecting Cornwall Street and the
Landsdowne Campus.
Mayor Clem stated that he has confidence Mr. Huebbers efforts at the hospital and
hopefully they will regain the community's confidence.
3. Joseph McMurrer, 407 Mosby Drive, addressed the Council with reference to the sign
ordinance (Section 11.31). Mr. McMurrer was recently in violation by placing a "for
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sale" sign in his car window parked on Catoctin Circle. He presented pictures of
other vehicles on town streets displaying advertising material.
He asked that the law be rescinded or enforced on all violators. Mr. William
Donnelly stated that he would review this code section.
Cheryl Kilday, Loudoun Tourism Council, addressed Council with an update on
Destination Brand Development. She invited Council to an unveiling celebration on
June 20 at the VA Tourism Office to unveil a brand (visitor message) to be marketed.
Kelly Gower, Director of Special Events for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, addressed the
Council reporting on Megan's Walk. She reported that $37,000 was raised towards
research. She also reported on the 2nd Annual Potomac River Clean-up.
F. Councilmember Comments:
B. J. Webb reported on the following: (1) Celtic Festival had over 18,000 people this
past weekend, (2) Loudoun Country Day School's graduation at Morven Park, (3)
Golden Bee Collectibles will host the unveiling of a Kincaid original at 7 p.m. on June
22. Also, she reported there would be a public input session for the Courts Complex on
June 27th.
Vice-Mayor Webb disclosed a phone call from Doug Fleming, counsel for the Potomac
Crossing rezoning, a phone call from the Peterson Company discussing the Leesburg
Commons rezoning, and numerous calls on the Nancy's Rogers estate on Edwards Ferry
Road. She expressed concern that the historic district has not been extended to
include this property.
Bob Zoldos thanked the Tree Commission for their presentation to the Council work
session. They have particular concerns that the Town needs tougher zoning laws with
reference to landscaping and the Town attorney was encouraged to write enabling
legislation to go to Richmond. Councilmember Zoldos disclosed calls from Doug
Fleming and the Peterson Company.
Mervin Jackson reported that he too had calls from the Peterson Company, Doug
Fleming, and inquiries about the Rogers property. Mr. Jackson stated that the
Planning Commission and BAR tried unsuccessfully 10 years ago to include the Rogers
property in the Historic District.
Kristen Umstattd extended sympathy to Councilmember McDonald on the loss of his
grandfather. She expressed personal sadness that Brian Boucher, Zoning
Administrator, is leaving his position at the Town. She stated he is one of the most
honest, hardworking and brightest staff members she has had the pleasure to work
with.
Councilmember Umstattd asked for clarification on the swearing in ceremony for
Council. Vice-Mayor Webb responded that June 23, 2000 at 5:30 p.m. has been
scheduled for the swearing in of the Mayor and three members of Council. She
reminded those members that a new Economic Disclosure form would need to be filed
with Clerk of Council.
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Mayor's Comments: Mayor Clem asked that the Police Department be notified there
is drug activity and a speeding problem at the apartments on Club House Drive. He
also commented on the issue of screening the golf course.
He also reported on the new post office site stating that the property owner has
withdrawn his offer to sell the property in front of Fieldstone Apartments. Further
Mayor Clem noted the contingent property has also been withdrawn.
Mayor Clem asked staff to explore the possibility of a change of the speed limit on the
Rt. 15 bypass from W. Market Street past Potomac Crossing to 45 mph.
Manaqer's Comments
Mr. Noe recognized Mr. Ken Bone, a member of the City Council from Sydney, Australia
who is to take a look at Economic Development.
Mr. Noe stated that he would be requesting a closed session to discuss space issues.
He added that he would be meeting with Mr. Bowers and Mr. York to resolve the
Shellhorn issues.
Mayor Clem presented a pin to Mr. Borne and welcomed him to Leesburg.
I. Legislation:
I ORDINANCES I
On a motion of Vice-Mayor Webb, seconded by Councilmember Zoldos, the following
ordinance was proposed:
2000-0-18 - ORDINANCE: amending Chapter 12.1 of the Town Code revising the pay
and classification plan effective July 1, 2000.
Vote: Aye: Jackson, Umstattd, Webb, Zoldos and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
There was no discussion. The Mayor stated that this ordinance identifies the number of
positions and the compensation.
CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion of Vice-Mayor Webb moved the following consent agenda, seconded by
Councilmember Umstattd.
2000-102- RESOLUTTON:
authorizing an agreement and approving a performance
guarantee and water and sewer extension permits for Dry Mill
Subdivision, Section :LA
2000-103- RESOLUTION:
authorizing a time extension for completion of public
improvements and approving a performance guarantee for
The Crossroads Baptist Church.
2000-104 - RESOLUTION: approving a substitute performance guarantee for Western
Gateway.
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2000-105- RESOLUTION:
ZOAM-00-04, College or University in the I-1 District.
Initiating amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to permit a
college or university in the I-1 Industrial Research Park
Zoning
2000-107- RESOLUTION:
authorizing a time extension for completion of a
recommended Residential Task Force Management Program
by the Residential Traffic Task Force
These motions were then adopted as shown below:
Aye: Councilmembers Jackson, Umstattd, Zoldos, Webb and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
REGULAR AGENDA ]
2000-106 - RESOLUTION: ZOAM-00-05, B-3 Zoning District Size
Initiating a Zoning Ordinance amendment to amend the
minimum district lot size in the B-3 Community Retail
/Commercial District.
Mayor Clem stated this item was removed from the consent at the request of
councilmember Jackson as he has property within the B-3 and didn't want it to appear there
may be a conflict of interest.
This motion was then approved as shown below:
Aye: Councilmembers Umstattd, Zoldos, Webb and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
Abstain: Councilmember Jackson
On a motion by Vice-Mayor Webb, seconded by Councilmember Umsattd, the following
motion was proposed.
2000-108 - RE$OLUTI:ON: amending positions and number of employees in the Town's
service effective July 1, 2000.
This motion was then approved as shown below:
Aye: Councilmembers Jackson,Umstattd, Zoldos, Webb and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
On a motion by Councilmember Zoldos, seconded by Councilmember Jackson, the following
motion was proposed.
RESOLUTI:ON: approving appointments to the Information Technology Commission.
Vice-Mayor Webb stated that she has been contacted by an applicant for this commission
stating they had not been contacted by the Town in any way to convey the status of their
consideration for appointment on the IT Commission. This is very troubling to her.
Councilmember Jackson added that he had talked with an IT Commission candidate who has
not been contacted.
On a motion by Vice Mayor Webb, seconded by Councilmember Umstattd, this resolution
was tabled.
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On a motion by Councilmember Zoldos, seconded by Vice-Mayor Webb, the following
resolution was proposed:
2000-::!.09 - RESOLUTION: approving appointment to the Environmental Advisory
Commission of Scott McDonald.
The motion was then approved as shown below:
Aye: Jackson, Umstattd, Zoldos, Webb and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
On a motion by Councilmember Umstattd, seconded by Councilmember Zoldos, the
following resolution was proposed:
2000-:L:~O - RESOLUTION: approving a pole sign for the Holtzman property at :[28
Catoctin Circle SE.
Brian Boucher stated that the property owner objects to the externally illumination of the
sign and after discussions with him, staff can see his reason for internal illumination. Mr.
Boucher stated the resolution has been amended to eliminate condition number four. The
amended resolution was approved unanimously.
On a motion by Councilmember Zoldos, seconded by Vice-Mayor Webb, the following motion
was proposed:
RESOLUTION: awarding contracts for property and casualty insurance coverage's for the
fiscal year beginning July :[,2000.
Mr, Bob Noe advised Council that pursuant to the worksession comments on this contract,
staff has had a meeting with Kelly Briner on this issue, He recommended to defer this item
for two weeks to better present a case,
Vice-Mayor Webb made a motion to defer this item until the next council meeting on June
27th,with a second by Councilmember Jackson,
The motion was then approved as shown:
Aye: Councilmembers Jackson, Umstattd, Webb and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
Abstain :Zoldos
There was no new business.
Vice-Mayor Webb made the following motion, seconded by Councilmember Zoldos:
! move that we convene in closed session for the reasons given in the agenda, and
with respect to the acquisition of real property, ! would include in my motion that discussion
in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position and negotiating strategy
of the Town.
Motion Made by: Vice Mayor Webb
Seconded by: Councilmember Zoldos
Vote: Aye: Jackson, Zoldos, Umstattd, Webb and Mayor Clem
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The meeting convened in closed session at 9:10 p.m.
In accordance with Section 2.1-344.1 of the Code of Virginia, I move that Council
certify that to the best of each ember's knowledge, only public business matters lawfully
exempted from open meeting requirements under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act
and such public business matters as were identified in the motion by which the closed
meeting was convened were heard, discussed or considered in the meeting by Council.
Motion Made by: Vice Mayor Webb
Seconded by: Councilmember Zoldos
Vote: Aye: Jackson, Umstattd, Zoldos, Webb and Mayor Clem
The Council then reconvened in open session.
A motion was made by Vice-Mayor Webb, seconded by Councilmember Zoldos, to
allow the Town Manager to enter a lease agreement for the Balch Library property site.
The motion was approved as follows:
Aye: Jackson, Umstattd, Zoldos, Webb and Mayor Clem
Nay: None
The meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
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