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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2002_06_11COUNCIL MEETING June 11, 2002 Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:30 p.m. Mayor Webb presiding. Councilmembers Present: George Atwell, Mervin ]ackson, Leonard McDonald, Kristen Umstattd, Robert Zoldos, and Mayor Webb. Councilmembers Absent: Dave Schmidt Staff Present: Town Manager Robert Noe, Town Attorney William Donnelly, Deputy Town Manager Phillip Rodenberg, Director of Engineering and Public Works Tom Mason, Director of Human Resources Dona Wolf, Chief of Police .loe Price, Director of Information Technology Michel Agujia, Airport Director Doug McNeely, Planner Nancy Kitchens, Assistant to the Town Manager Nicole Ard, Management Interns Larry DiRe and Adam Brown, and Clerk of Council Judy Ahalt. AGENDA ITEMS A. Invocation by Councilmember Zoldos. B. Salute to the Flag was led by Mayor Webb. C. Roll Call showing Councilmember Schmidt absent. D. Minutes: On a motion by Councilmember Jackson, seconded by Councilmember Zoldos, the minutes of the May 28, 2002 work session and May 29, 2002 regular meeting were approved with Mayor Webb abstaining. Presentations: a. Recognition - Councilmember George Atwell On behalf of the Council and the Town, Mayor Webb presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Councilmember George Atwell for his dedicated service and hard work to the Town of Leesburg. F. Petitioners Rich Dunham, 137 Burnell Place, addressed Council asking that consideration be given to amending the Zoning Ordinance to allow antennas for wireless internet service as a home based business. Council asked that a future agenda item address this issue. Bob Primack addressed Council with reference to the Town providing spaces for motorcycle parking in front of Payne's Biker Bar. Todd Ague, 120 Burnell Place, addressed Council in support of Mr. Dunham's request. He stated high-speed access is critical especially in Stratford. He added that as president of the homeowner's association, he would see no negative impact. The petitioner's section closed at 7:55 p.m. Town Council Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2002 Page 2 Public Hearing a. Opening of Connections to Existing Streets constructed as part of the Exeter Hills Subdivision. Tom Mason discussed the consideration of opening existing streets within the Exeter Hills Subdivision. The streets to be considered are Marshall Drive at Wildman Street, Woodberry Road at Lounsberry Court, Catoctin Circle at Marshall Drive and North Street. A brief history was given as to what Council action has been thus far with regard to opening streets in this neighborhood. Mr. Mason stated that staff recommends waiting to make a decision until the traffic study has been updated. This study will be provided at the next Council work session. Vice-Mayor Umstattd asked for the impact of opening only Marshall at Wildman Street and possible use of a three-way stop at that location. The public hearing opened at 8:05 p.m. .lim Seipel, 626 Marshall Drive, addressed Council. Mr. Seipel was in favor of opening the streets to help alleviate some of the traffic from Marshall Drive. He stated additional street openings would provide better access for emergency vehicles. Further, he asked that speed limit signage and crosswalks be installed on Marshall Drive. Wayne Henderson, 3:~2 Edwards Ferry Road, addressed Council. He stated the Residential Traffic Committee recommends opening the barricades and suggests the use of traffic circles in some locations. Don Stebbins, 302 Edwards Ferry Road, addressed Council. Mr. Stebbins stated it is premature to open the streets until all improvements are completed. Rob Montgomery, 121 Woodberry Road, addressed Council. He recommended Council take the position it adopted 5 years ago, which stated that all streets should be opened at the same time. He stated the approximately 25 residents on Woodberry agree with that decision. Donna Stewart, 2:~1 Woodberry Road, addressed Council. She stated that she represents several residents of Woodberry and that they would like the barriers removed. Don Toth, 320 Wildman Street, addressed Council. He asked that the streets be opened to allow all streets to share the traffic burden. Mr. Walters, corner Wildman St. and Marshall Drive, addressed Council. He asked that Catoctin Circle be opened. Cassandra Donohoe, 622 Marshall Drive, addressed Council. Ms. Donohoe stated Marshall Drive carries the largest burden of traffic and asked that Council please open the streets. Greg Kelly, 611 Marshall Drive, addressed Council. Mr. Kelly asked that more traffic enforcement be provided for Exeter Hills. Town Council Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2002 Page 3 The public hearing closed at 8:30 p.m. Mayor Webb asked citizens to please be good neighbors and not speed in residential neighborhoods. This item will return to the June 24th Council work session. b. SE 2001-10, Lot 4, Cardinal Industrial Park Nancy Kitchens outlined this application for a proposed auto body/vehicle service shop use. She discussed the main issues of concern: (1) odor, (2) noise, and (3) storage of waste products. Ms. Kitchens stated staff is recommending conditional approval of this application. Councilmember McDonald verified that noise has not been an issue for a nearby Craftsman Autobody and Chesterbrook Academy. The applicant, Linda Unkfer, addressed Council stating they agreed to a condition that they would not exceed 65 DBa during their operating hours. The public hearing opened at 8:55 p.m. There were no petitioners. The public hearing closed at 8:56 p.m. H. Council Comments Vice-Mayor Umstattd asked that staff provide a briefing on the Pat Horrocks rezoning at the next Council work session. She also asked that provisions in the Personnel Manual concerning the use of town vehicles be reviewed. Councilmember Jackson advised that he would be on jury duty from the third week of June through July 12. Councilmember Atwell thanked his fellow Councilmembers for their kind comments about him. Further he thanked staff for the help during his years as a Councilmember. Councilmember Zoldos thanked Councilmember Atwell for his exceptional public service to the Town and citizens of Leesburg. He advised that Perry Ballard would be defending his World Welterweight title on July 20th, I. Mayor's Comments Mayor Webb reported meeting with Governor Warner last week to discuss transportation issues and the sales tax referendum. She stated the referendum would impact every jurisdiction in Northern Virginia and added that Governor Warner continues to support the airport, Town Council Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2002 Page 4 The mayor stated the Healthcare Task Force would present a report to the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors on .luly 1st at 10:30 a.m. She also reported on the announcement that Reston Hospital will open a facility at Broadlands. She discussed the need for hospital beds as the population has exceeded the ability to provide beds and needs for Loudoun. The Mayor advised citizens that Mary Fishback has a book out on Northern Virginia Equestrian Heritage. .1. Manager's Report On behalf of town staff Bob Noe thanked Councilmember Atwell for his service to the Town. Mr. Noe congratulated management intern, Larry DiRe, on being appointed as Town Manager of LaCrosse, Virginia and recognized a new management intern, Adam Brown. The Town Manager advised Council that Susan Swift has been appointed Planning Director effective July 1, 2002. K. Legislation: [ ORDZNANCES ] None [ CONSENT AGENDA ] On a motion by Councilmember Jackson, seconded by Vice-Mayor Umstattd, the following consent motion was proposed: 2002-88 RESOLUTXON Authorizing an agreement and approving a performance guarantee and water and sewer extension permits for Lansdowne on the Potomac, Sections 40 & 41. 2002-89 RESOLUTXON Authorizing an agreement and approving a performance guarantee and water and sewer extension permits for Edwards Landing, Woods Edge Drive. 2002-90 RESOLUTION Donating property to the Loudoun County Rescue Squad. 2002-9::L RESOLUT]:ON Authorizing Friday, .luly 5, 2002 as a paid holiday for Town Employees. 2002-92 RESOLUT]:ON Amending Sections 12.1-3a5 and 12.1-53 of the Personnel Manual. Town Council Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2002 Page 5 The motion was adopted by the following vote: Aye: Atwell, Jackson, McDonald, Zoldos, Vice-Mayor Umstattd and Mayor Webb Nay: None Vote: 6-0-1 (Schmidt absent) REGULAR AGENDA On a motion by Councilmember Jackson, seconded by Councilmember McDonald, the following motion was proposed: 2002-93 RESOLUTZON Authorizing the Town Manager to sign the contract with New Construction, Inc. in the amount of $1,054,009 for terminal parking lot improvements. The motion was adopted by the following vote: Aye: Atwell, Jackson, McDonald, Zoldos, Vice-Mayor Umstattd and Mayor Webb Nay: None Vote: 6-0-1 (Schmidt absent) 2002-94 RESOLUTZON Authorizing the Town Manager to sign Contract Addendum Number One with Campbell & Paris Engineers for construction phase services for Terminal Building parking lot improvements in the amount of $99,567.12. The motion was adopted by the following vote: Aye: Atwell, Jackson, McDonald, Zoldos, Vice-Mayor Umstattd and Mayor Webb Nay: None Vote: 6-0-1 (Schmidt absent) BOARDS AND COHlUlTSSTONS None NEW BUSZNESS a. Legal Hatter Paul Arnett with Loudoun County addressed Council with reference to the refinancing of the Loudoun County Government Center Building. Mr. Arnett advised that refinancing would save the taxpayers 2 million dollars. Further, he discussed Gilcorp, which was formed to assist in the development of the Loudoun County Government Center Building. Town Attorney, Bill Donnelly, stated that Gilcorp has to be in good standing with the State Corporation Commission in order to facilitate the refinancing. He added that any actions taken to accomplish this would not affect the memorandum of understanding. It was the concurrence of Council to take actions necessary in connection with the issuance of the refunding bonds. Town Council Meeting Minutes for June 11, 2002 Page 6 On a motion by Vice-Mayor Umstattd, seconded by Councilmember Jackson, the following motion was proposed: 2002-95 RESOLUTION Appointing directors to Gilcorp and directing the Mayor to take all necessary action regarding status of Gilcorp and approving the role of Gilcorp in the refinancing of the Loudoun County Governmental Facilities. The motion was adopted by the following vote: Aye: Atwell, Jackson, McDonald, Zoldos, Vice-Mayor Umstattd and Mayor Webb Nay: None Vote: 6-0-1 (Schmidt absent) c, Audit Contract Councilmember Zoldos advised Council of a letter from Mitchell & Company with reference how the Town awarded the audit contract. questioned the GFOA requirement cited by the town manager, which recommends changing auditors. He d. On a motion by Councilmember Atwell, seconded by Councilmember Zoldos, the following motion was proposed: 2002-96 RE$OLUTI:ON Statement of Town Council policy concerning vacancies in the office of a Council member The motion was adopted by the following vote: Aye: Atwell, Zoldos and Mayor Webb Nay: Jackson and Vice-Mayor Umstattd Abstain: McDonald Vote: 3-2-1-1(Schmidt absent) The meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m. Al-rEST: .1: clerk/minutes/tcmin061102 Town of Leesburg