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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2003_11_25COUNCIL MEETING November 25, 2003 Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:30 p.m. MayorUmstattd presiding. Councilmembers Present: Frank Buttery, Melinda Kramer, Mervin Jackson, Marry Martinez, David $chmidt, Robert Zoldos, and Mayor Kristen Umstattd. Staff Present: Town Attorney William Donnelly, Assistant to the Town Manager Nicole Ard, Assistant to the Town Manager Kathleen Leidich, Director of Engineering and Public Works Tom Mason, Chief of Police .loe Price, Director of Planning, Zoning and Development Susan Swift, Management/Budget Officer Mike Freda, Management Intern Alexandra Shabelski, Airport Administrative Associate .lackie Siepel, and Clerk of Council .ludy Ahalt. AGENDA ITEMS A. Tnvocation by Councilmember Zoldos B. Salute to the Flag was led by Councilmember Martinez C. Roll Call showing all present D. 14inutes On a motion by Vice Mayor Jackson, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, the minutes of the November 12, 2003 meeting were approved unanimously. E. Presentations a. Certificate of Appreciation - Cathy Polen Mayor and Council presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Lt. Cathy Polen for her dedicated service to the Town of Leesburg and the Leesburg Police Department for the period October 1977 through December 2003. b. Town Plan Update There was no presentation for this item. F, Petitioners Greg Adams, 317 Wildman Street, addressed Council. Mr. Adams reported on the success of the haunted house project at his residence. He thanked the businesses, Leesburg Citizens Support Team and the Leesburg police for their support. Mr. Adams stated that this year's effort allowed them to donate $6,137.27 to Interfaith Relief.. Don Robb, 8009 Lewinsville Road, McLean, Virginia, addressed Council. Mr. Rob spoke against approval of a lease agreement for Aviation Adventures until a business analysis based on business data is available. Elizabeth Whiting, 241 Edwards Ferry Road NE, addressed Council. Ms. Whiting spoke on behalf of the Residential Traffic Committee and their mid-year budget requests. Town Council minutes for November 25, 2003 Page 2 She asked for Council support of a request for $55,000 to extend the fence on the west side of the Rt. 15 Bypass in order to expand their public safety project on the Rt. 15 Bypass. Dennis Boykin, 1302 Barksdale Drive, addressed Council in support of the AV/ED Flight School lease. He stated his support for competitive business at the airport. Luke Cropsey, 243 Connery Terrace, addressed Council on behalf of the Greenway Farms Homeowners Association. Mr. Cropsey had concerns with traffic volumes and speed on Meade Drive. He asked for Council's support on working toward a solution. Michael DeMonte, 206 Lawnhill Court, President of the Greenway Homeowners Association, addressed Council. Mr. DeMonte had concerns with traffic volume and speed on Meade Drive. He stated he is aware that the street does not meet the minimum requirements for a stop sign, but there are overriding safety issues to be considered. He requested that Council consider three-way stop signs on Lawnhill/Meade Drive and Fairfield/Meade Drive as well as a mini-traffic circle on Deermeadow/Meade Drive. Further, he recommended a $200 speeding penalty add-on. Lori Caifre, 115 Mleade Drive, addressed Council concerning the speed and traffic on Meade Drive, which has been an issue since the barrier has been removed from the Woodlea connection. She asked for more enforcement and traffic calming measures. Dawn Barrett thanked Council for the initial stop sign they approved on Meade Drive but stated more traffic calming needs to take place. Joe Latham, 2 Royal Street, addressed Council. He reminded Council of the latest musical event that he is sponsoring in Leesburg at the Laurel Brigade ]~nn on December 5. Vice Mayor Jackson thanked the residents for coming in to discuss their traffic concerns on Meade Drive. He stated he could support three-way stop signs and a traffic circle as traffic calming measures. Councilmember Schmidt stated he generally supports the stop signs but would like to hear from staff. Councilmember Martinez stated he supports the stop signs. Councilmember Zoldos stated he too supports the stop signs and suggested a vote tonight. Councilmember Buttery stated he generally supports the stop signs but would like to see a staff report on the issue. Councilmember Kramer stated she supports the stop signs. Town Council minutes for November 25, 2003 Page Mayor Umstattd stated she too agrees and would like to see a staff report on this issue as well as a briefing on the mini-circle concept. Elizabeth Whitinq stated the committee would look at issues on a case-by- case basis. The staff report will show that we have not been able to document the speeding problem within the warrants. We will look at site distance and other issues Councilmember Schmidt stated he would like to add the intersection of Hague and Meade Drive. lan Ronis, Walden Square, Sterling, Virginia addressed Council with a consumer complaint. Mr. Ronis stated he is a private pilot flying out of Leesburg and has personally found AV/ED to be unresponsive when he was looking for space at Leesburg Airport. He asked that Council please support allowing another flight school in Leesburg as other alternatives are needed for the consumer. G. Public Hearing None H. Council Comments Councilmember Schmidt thanked the Greenway citizens for coming in to express their concerns. He reported attending a reception honoring former Mayor Frank Raflo. He stated storm debris cleanup is necessary at Ratio Park. Further, he wished a safe and happy Thanksgiving season to all. Councilmember Martinez thanked citizens for coming out to speak on the issues. He also thanked the Streets Department for all of the work they do and wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving season. Councilmember Zoldos wished every a happy Thanksgiving season. He stated he would support the Meade Drive traffic calming measures. Councilmember Zoldos stated he would have two items of new business at the end of the meeting. He asked the progress on the Airport Director vacancy? Further, a speedy completion of the airport leases so that the new terminal tenants will know where they are going and the lease amount would be in order. Councilmember Buttery thanked Mr. Greg Adams for his comments. He stated people like Greg Adams and Cathy Polen add character to the town. He congratulated the Loudoun County Volleyball Team and Coach Brown for winning the regional championship. Town Council minutes for November 25, 2003 Page 4 Councilmember Kramer wished everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. She stated Mr. Adams and Cathy Polen are to be congratulated for their contributions to the town. Vice Mayor ~lackson had no comment. T. Hayor's Comments Mayor Umstattd reported that she and town staff met with Loudoun County officials regarding the proposal to fund Battlefield Parkway between Route. 7 and Sycolin Road, $20 million dollar project. She reported that Congressman Frank Wolf's request for $6 million dollars passed the House and Senate and is awaiting President Bush's signature. She reported the county is being asked to consider funding $1 million over the next three years and the town would consider a bond for the remainder. The Mayor reported attending, along with Councilmember Martinez, the ribbon cutting of Serependity on the Vine on E. Market Street. She reported the downtown stores would remain open on Friday evenings until 8:00 p.m. through the holidays. She echoed fellow Councilmember comments regarding Greg Adams' efforts and thanked Joe Latham for his efforts to bring entertainment to the community. .1. t4anager's Report Nicole Ard reminded Council of the upcoming holiday events in Leesburg and wished all a happy Thanksgiving. K. Legislation CONSENT AGENDA On a motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Kramer, the follow consent motion was proposed: 2003-~.55 RESOLUT]:ON Approving a substitute performance guarantee and making a reduction of the performance guarantee for public improvements installed in Edwards Landing Wood Edge Drive. 2003-1S6 RESOLUTTON Making a reduction of the performance guarantee for public improvements installed in Kincaid Forest, Section 4C. 2003-157 RE$OLUTTON Authorizing a time extension for completion of public improvements and approving a performance guarantee for Stowers, Section 1. Town Council minutes for November 25, 2003 Page 2003-:158 RE$OLUTI:ON Making a reduction of the performance guarantee for public improvements installed in Edwards Landing Battlefield Parkway Phase II road improvements. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Buttery, Kramer, .lackson, IVlartinez, Schmidt, Zoldos and Mayor Umstattd Nay.' None Vote: 7-0 REGULAR AGENDA On a motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Zoldos, the following motion was proposed: 2003-159 RESOLUTION Authorizing the lease agreement by and between AV-ED Flight School, Inc. and the Town of Leesburg for the Leesburg Executive Airport. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Buttery, Kramer, .lackson, Martinez, Schmidt, Zoldos and Mayor Umstattd Nay: None Vote: 7-0 On a motion by Councilmember Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Kramer, the following motion was proposed: 2003-160 RE!$OLtlTI:OI~I Authorizing the lease agreement by and between Aviation Adventures, LLC and the Town of Leesburg for the Leesburg Executive Airport. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye.' Buttery, Kramer, .lackson, Martinez, Schmidt and Mayor Umstattd Nay: Zoldos Vote: 6-1 On a motion by Councilmember Schmidt, seconded by Councilmember Martinez, the following motion was proposed: 2003-161 RESOLUTION Supporting Loudoun County transit bus service for the Leesburg area and recommending that the county consider alternate sites for the proposed park and ride lot at Westpark. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Buttery, Kramer, .lackson, Martinez, Schmidt, Zoldos and Mayor Umstattd Nay: None Vote: 7-0 Town Council minutes for November 25, 2003 Page Boards and Commissions a. Airport Commission Councilmember Zoldos reported the next meeting will be held on December 16 and there will be a report on acceptance of funds for the TLS system and acquisition of property on the west side of the airport. Thomas Balch Library Commission No comment Board of Architectural Review No comment c, Cable Commission Councilmember Buttery stated he would have an appointment commission at the next Council meeting. to the Economic Development Commission Councilmember Schmidt stated commission members were shown meeting new photos for the tourism advertising campaign at their November 19. Environmental Advisory Commission No comment :Znformation Technology Commission No comment Parks and Recreation Commission No comment Planning Commission No comment j. Tree Commission No comment Standing Residential Traffic Committee No comment New Business a. United Way parking request On a motion by Councilmember Schmidt, seconded by Councilmember Zoldos, the following motion was proposed: 2003-162 RESOLUTTON Denying the Loudoun United Way request for four parking passes to the Town of Leesburg municipal parking garage. The motion was adopted by the following vote: Aye: Buttery, Jackson, Kramer, Martinez, Schmidt, Zoldos and Mayor Umstattd Town Council minutes for November 25, 2003 Page ? Nay: None Vote: 7-0 b. Blue Sky Aviation lease a§reement Councilmember Zoldos stated he would like Council to consider the lease agreement for Blue Sky Aviation at the next Council meeting. Councilmember Martinez stated Blue Sky is in arrears in their FBO fees. Bill Donnelly confirmed that Blue Sky is in arrears $30,000 in license fees. He reviewed how the fees are calculated. c. Committee of the Whole Councilmember Zoldos made a motion to eliminate the Council committee of the whole and the reestablishment of committees to meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Mayor Umstattd stated their needs to be a 2/3 vote to suspend the rules to vote on this motion. Councilmember Zoldos made a motion to suspend the rules for a vote. The motion failed for lack of a second. Councilmember Zoldos stated his intent to discuss this issue at the next work session agenda. d. IT/Cable Commission Councilmember Martinez stated these commissions are unclear of their responsibilities and suggested combining them. There was no further discussion on this matter. The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. Kristen C. Umsit:~ttd, IVl~y~rr- ' / Town of Leesburg A-I-rEST: ;/~erk of Council .1/clerk/minutes/2003_ tcmin 1125