HomeMy Public PortalAbout2002_08_13COUNCIL MEETING August 13, 2002
Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:30 p.m. Mayor Umstattd presiding.
Councilmembers Present: Frank Buttery, Mervin Jackson, Melinda Kramer, Marry
Martinez, David Schmidt, and Mayor Kristen Umstattd.
Councilmembers Absent: Robert Zoldos
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 Parks and Recreation Kaj Dentler, Chief of Police Joe Price,
Director of Planning, Zoning and Development Susan Swift, Airport Director Doug
McNeeley, Chief of Engineering Paul Gauthier, Transportation Engineer Calvin Grow,
Zoning Administrator Brian Boucher, Tourism Coordinator Marantha Edwards,
Planner Nancy Kitchens, Assistant to the Town Manager Nicole Ard, and Clerk of
Council Judy Ahalt.
AGENDA ITEMS
A. Tnvocation by Vice-Mayor Jackson.
B. Salute to the Flag was led by Justin Haun and Kevin Peere of Boy Scout
Troop 1550.
C. Roll call showing Councilmember Zoldos absent.
D. I~linutes:
On a motion by Councilmember Jackson, seconded by Councilmember
Martinez, the minutes of the July 9, 2002 meeting were approved with minor edits by
a vote of 5-0-:[-1 (Buttery abstaining; Zoldos absent).
On a motion by Councilmember Buttery, seconded by Vice-Mayor Jackson, the
minutes of the July 22, 2002 work session were approved with minor edits by a vote
of 6-0-1 (Zoldos absent).
On a motion by Councilmember Buttery, seconded by Councilmember
Schmidt the minutes of the July 23, 2002 meeting were approved with minor edits
by a vote of 6-0-:[ (Zoldos absent).
E. Presentation:
On a motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Vice-Mayor Jackson
the following presentation was made.
a. Certificate of Appreciation to corporate sponsors of .luly 4th -
Tire Shop
Mayor Umstattd presented a certificate of appreciation and plaque to
Greg Phillips of the Tire Shop for his sponsorship of the July 4th ceremonies.
F. Petitioners:
Carol Jameson., Northern Virginia Family Service, spoke to Council regarding
the Loudoun Kids Health Partnership.
Town Council minutes for August 13, 2002 Page 2
She further addressed the need for increased dialog between the Leesburg
Hispanic community and the Town government.
Karen Jones, Vice-Chairman, Leesburg Economic Development Commission,
provided Council with an update on the downtown development strategy project.
She stated the first stage has started and has yielded many challenges and areas for
improvement. She further stated the consultants will be returning on September 4-
6th and asked that Council be available to meet with them.
Further, she urged Council to participate in the Virginia Main Street Program
with an appointed volunteer representative and a contribution of $250.00.
On a motion by Mayor Umstattd, seconded by Councilmember Schmidt,
Council approved participation of the Town in the Virginia Main Street Program and a
$250.00 contribution.
Doris Kidder, Photoworks, stated concerns with enforcement of the Leesburg
Sign Ordinance in the downtown district and discussed the recent violation notices
sent to Photoworks and the English Manor.
Mayor Umstattd stated she has spoken with some merchants about confusing
information on sign applications. She asked the Economic Development Commission
to look into the sign issues in the downtown district.
Mr. Rodenberg stated he would discuss the sign application with the Zoning
Department.
Gregory Daniel, 207 Grafton Way, NE, addressed Council regarding the
annexation issue. He urged the Town to annex the area around the airport. Further,
he feels Loudoun County is trying to keep Leesburg small and they will not look out
for the best interests of Leesburg.
Caroline IVlansi, Loudoun County Small Business Development Center,
thanked the Town Council for their $:[0,000 contribution and outlined some
additional services provided to the citizens of Leesburg.
G. Public Hearing
None
H. Council Comments
Councilmember Schmidt reminded citizens about August Court Days on
August ~[7th and ~.8th,
Councilmember Martinez stated he would like to be a Town representative to
the Northern Virginia Family Service.
Vice-Mayor Jackson had no comment.
Councilmember Buttery urged citizens to check on their elderly neighbors
during this extreme heat. He further reminded citizens not to leave their children
alone in their cars during the heat.
Councilmember Kramer had no comment.
Town Council minutes for August 13, 2002 Page 3
Mayor's Comments
Mayor Umstattd extended her sympathy to Councilmember .lackson's family
for the loss of their niece. She invited the community to the memorial ceremony on
September 11th at 7:30 p.m. to remember those lost last year in the terrorist
attacks, and listed some of the participants.
Mayor Umstatted reminded Council of the ribbon cutting ceremony on
September 4th at 9:30 a.m. for the new Loudoun County Visitor's Center.
She further advised Council of her meeting with a resident who has applied
for annexation into the Town. Also, she met with representatives from Leegate
regarding the development of their property.
3. 14anager's Report
Phil Rodenberg announced the Department of Environmental Quality has
accepted the Town's application to participate in the Brownfields Assessment
Program for the Liberty Street parking lot. This will save the town $40,000 to
$60,O00.
Further, the Department of Historic Resources has awarded the Town $:[7,000
for a walking tour brochure.
IVlr. Rodenberg announced the Town's new Webmaster, David Lloyd, would
join the Town on Monday. Mr. Lloyd comes from Fairfax County where he designed
their award-winning website.
K. Legislation:
CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion by Councilmember Buttery, seconded by Councilmember
Kramer, the following consent motion was proposed:
2002-142
RESOLUT?ON
Making a reduction of the performance guarantee for public improvements installed
in Kincaid Forest, Section :[2B.
2002-143
RESOLUTION
Authorizing an agreement and approving a performance guarantee and water and
sewer extension permits for Kincaid Forest, Section 4C.
2002-144
RESOLUTION
Authorizing an agreement and approving a performance guarantee and water and
sewer extension permits for Potomac Station Phase 3, Section :[0.
The consent motion was adopted by the following vote:
Aye: Buttery, Vice-Mayor Jackson, Kramer, Martinez, Schmidt and
Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None
Vote: 6-0-:[ (Zoldos absent)
Town Council minutes for Auqust 13, 2002 Page 4
REGULAR AGENDA
On a motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember
Kramer, the following motion was proposed:
2002-:~45
RESOLUTION
Awarding a contract to Onyx Engineering, Tnc. for Council Chamber audio-visual
improvements and services up to $261,000 and authorizing an appropriation of
additional Adelphia franchise funds.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Buttery, Vice-Mayor Jackson, Kramer, Martinez, Schmidt and
Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None
Vote: 6-0-! (Zoldos absent)
On a motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember
Kramer, the following motion was proposed:
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RE$OLUTTON
Supporting the proposed Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance revision establishing the
Joint Land Management Area-20 Zoning designation for the Leesburg Joint Land
Management Area.
Councilmember Schmidt proposed a motion to table until after the town has
completed the boundary line adjustment study.
The motion to table failed for lack of a second.
The original motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Buttery, Vice-Mayor Jackson, Kramer, Martinez and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: Schmidt
Vote: 5-1-1 (Zoldos absent)
On a motion by Councilmember Kramer, seconded by Councilmember
Buttery, the following motion was proposed:
2002-147
RESOLUTTON
Amending Sections 12.1-5! and 12.1-52 of the Personnel Manual regarding
employee health insurance benefits.
Mr. Rodenberg stated a memo outlining the increases in health insurance
premiums and request for employees to pay a portion of their health insurance was
provided to employees on July 23rd, Further, the information regarding an increase
for retired employees was not dealt with until the legislation was drafted and was
circulated to employees late last week.
Mr. Rodenberg recommended changing the implementation date from
September Ist, 2002 to January Ist, 2003 in order to allow employees time to
calculate benefits and seek advise from the Virginia Retirement System.
Town Council minutes for August 13, 2002 Page
Councilmember Schmidt stated he would be approving this reluctantly due to
his concern of the impact on employees. He further asked that the motion be
amended to include language stating the Town will look at all other options at budget
time.
It was the consensus of Council to vote on the resolution as is and to
introduce an additional resolution, which would address Councilmember Schmidt's
concerns.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Buttery, Vice-Mayor Jackson, Kramer, Martinez, Schmidt and
Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None
Vote: 6-0-1 (Zoldos absent)
On a motion by Councilmember $chmidt, seconded by Councilmember
Buttery, the following motion was proposed:
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RE$OLUT:I:ON
Conducting an analysis of healthcare benefit options for Town Employees.
Dona Wolf stated if the Town signs the memorandum of understanding with
Loudoun County, there would be a provision to cancel with 30 days notice.
Councilmember $chmidt asked that staff report back to Council with the
analysis of options by January 1, 2003.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Buttery, Vice-Mayor Jackson, Kramer, Martinez, Schmidt and
Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None
Vote: 6-0-! (Zoldos absent)
On a motion by Councilmember Schmidt, seconded by Councilmember
Kramer, the following motion was proposed:
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RE$OLUT:I:ON
Amending the Fiscal-Year 2003 Budget and making an appropriation in the amount
of $333,000 to the Police Department from Federal Response Funds for equipment
and training.
Lt. Rourke stated the source of funding is entirely federal.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Buttery, Vice-Mayor Jackson, Kramer, Martinez, Schmidt and
Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None
Vote: 6-0-1 (Zoldos absent)
Town Council minutes for August 13, 2002 Page 6
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
None
M. New Business
On a motion by Mayor Umstattd, seconded by Vice-Mayor Jackson, the
following motion was proposed:
WITHDRAWING FROM PARTICIPATION IN THE LOUDOUN MAYORS'
HEALTHCARE COMMISSION OR TASK FORCE
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2000, the Leesburg Town Council endorsed the
formation of the Loudoun Mayor's Healthcare Commission (hereinafter, "the Task
Force") and authorized the Mayor to appoint Town representation to the Task Force;
and
WHEREAS, neither the Leesburg Town Council nor Town staff had received or
reviewed or endorsed the report of the Task Force prior to the presentation of the
report to the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors on July 1, 2002; and
WHEREAS, the Leesburg Town Council continues to support high quality
healthcare services for Town residents and believes that any analysis of Town
healthcare needs should be based on accurate data and methodologies.
THEREFORE, RESOLVED by the Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
hereby directs that the Town shall have no further involvement in the Task Force.
FURTHER, RESOLVED, that the Council recommends that, should the Loudoun
County Board of Supervisors establish a formal standing Board on County healthcare
needs, the Town of Leesburg should be afforded the opportunity to participate on
such a formally established Board.
PASSED this ~.3th day of August 2002.
Mayor Umstattd stated she feels the Town should step away rather than
become further embroiled in the controversy surrounding the Healthcare Task Force.
Councilmember Schmidt stated he is not aware of all the facts and suggested
the idea of the task force is still a great goal. He further suggested appointing new
representation to the task force.
Mayor Umstattd stated the Coalition of Loudoun Towns voted to withdraw
support of the task force report. She further stated the Health Systems Agency of
Northern Virginia did not provide data for the report.
The Mayor added that Delegate Dick Black has called for an investigation into
the task force.
The motion was adopted by the following vote:
Aye: Vice-Mayor .~ackson, Kramer, Martinez and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: Schmidt
Vote: 4-:~-:L-1 (Buttery abstaining; Zoldos absent)
Councilmember Martinez suggested there should be more input from the
Boards and Commissions to the Council,
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Mayor Umstattd asked that there be a list of boards and commissions, in
alphabetical order, under item L. on future agendas so that,~nay be recognized
if they wish to speak to Council.
The meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m.
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