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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2007_06_26 COUNCIL MEETING June 26, 2007 Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:30 p.m. Mayor Umstattd presiding. Council Members Present: Kelly Burk, Kathryn Sheldon Hammier, Susan Horne, Marty Martinez, Ken Reid, Kevin Wright, and Mayor Kristen Umstattd. Council Members Absent: Council Member Martinez arriving at 8:19 p.m. Staff Present: Town Manager John Wells, Assistant to the Town Manager Nicole Ard, Assistant to the Town Manager Kathy Leidich, Chief of Police Joe Price, Director of Engineering and Public Works Tom Mason, Director of Parks & Recreation Kaj Dentler, Director of Economic Development Betsy Fields, Assistant Director for Parks Bill Ference, Captain Jeff Van Gilder, Downtown Coordinator Lisa Capraro, Management Specialist Tami Watkins and Deputy Clerk of Council Debi Parry AGENDA ITEMS A. Invocation Council Member Reid Salute to the Flag was led by Mayor Umstattd B. Roll Call Council Member Martinez arrived at 8: 19 p.m. C. Minutes a. Work Session Minutes of February 13, 2007 (February 20, 2007) On a motion by Vice Mayor Horne, seconded by Council Member Wright, the minutes of February 20, 2007 were approved by a 6-0-1 (Martinez absent) vote. E. Petitioners The petitioners section opened at 7: 33 p. m. There were no petitioners. The petitioner's section closed at 7:34 p.m. F. Presentations a. Public Art Commission Report Judy Craun, Public Art Commission Chairman, stated the Commission is currently working on the public art policy, public art guidelines, public art plan and public funding for the project. Tami Watkins stated during the second half of the year the Commission will be working on developing a plan for public art. She stated Leesburg is in a good position as we do not have as many layers of bureaucracy related to public art. Further, she stated in developing the Public Art Master Plan the Commission and staff will use existing documents, such as the Town Plan and Parks & Recreation Master Plan to help identify opportunities for public art. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Paqe 2 Ms. Watkins stated when the Public Art Task Force made its presentation to Council they discussed opportunities for funding such as grants, gifts and financial contributions and staff has identified a grant opportunity through the National Endowment of the Arts which could fund start up grant projects. She outlined efforts to work with developers to proffer funds or space for art. Further, she outlined the One Percent For The Arts funding option that would designate one percent of funding for capital projects to be added to the public arts fund. Ms. Watkins recommended Council consider a motion tonight to consider an alternative to the traditional one percent whereby the Commission would become involved in recommending public art projects to Council as part of the budget process. Ms. Craun thanked the members of the Commission in attendance. Council Member Burk stated the motion will be presented at the end of the report. Ms. Watkins provided examples of art projects throughout the Country. Ms. Craun introduced Liesel Fenner, Manager of Public Art for Americans for the Arts. Liesel Fenner highlighted the work Americans for the Arts is doing nationally and discussed different types of public art programs such as temporary installations, purchasing or borrowing existing artwork for permanent or temporary exhibition and selecting an artist to design and create permanent public artwork for a designated site. Ms. Fenner outlined options for public and private funding and provided examples of public art which serves the dual purpose of benefiting the environment. She stated right now the arts are generating $166 billion dollars in local and state revenues. Further, she stated Commission is following best practices and commended them for the excellent draft policy they have drafted. Council Member Burk commended Ms. Craun for her performance as Chairman of the Commission. She stated the Commission is extremely excited and she looks forward to continuing to work with them to develop actual projects. Vice Mayor Horne stated the Commission has done a fabulous job in researching this issue and thanked them for their hard work. Ms. Craun stated she and Ms. Watkins have discussed presenting a class at next year's Americans for the Arts Conference on how to start a public art commission. Council Member Hammier stated we are very fortunate to have this leadership from an arts perspective as Leesburg is a destination with a unique character and sense of place. She commented on several beautification efforts ongoing in the Town such as the flower baskets in the Historic District. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Page 3 Further, she stated in looking at things we need to do we should look at what we are trying to create in the role of the Town of Leesburg for projects like the Town Branch and the alleyway. Council Member Wright verified Council has sole judgment over public art placed in Town. He stated as the Commission is working through the policy he would like to see what funding measures are being considered. Ms. Craun stated the funding concerns will be addressed when the Commission presents their guidelines. She stated the policy will be ground rules, while the guidelines will be more specific. Council Member Reid asked Ms. Fenner if most communities have gUidelines for both public and private murals. Ms. Fenner stated there is information regarding these policies on the Americans for the Arts website; however, Council can be more specific to those issues in their adopted policy. Council Member Reid asked if the Town plans to develop Board of Architectural Review (BAR) guidelines for public art requests. He stated he is concerned about regulating the content of a mural on a private building. Further, he asked if the Economic Development Commission should take the lead on the performing arts center or if it should be led by the Public Art Commission. Ms. Craun stated it would be premature for her to comment. She stated the final Task Force will be presented in July. Mayor Umstattd thanked the Commission for their hard work. She stated in general it would wonderful to have a public art effort in Town; however, she is concerned about the use of public funds for the acquisition or maintenance of art. She stated she could support a policy by which we could encourage developers to proffer funds for public art. Further, she stated she is happy to see that the Council will have approval of the projects as she would not want anything obscene in the Town. Council Member Burk stated there a motion under new business tomorrow night to authorize staff to continue on with this to look at the guidelines and funding mechanisms and asked if it would be appropriate to move that motion now. Ms. Watkins stated staff is looking for agreement from Council that that Commission should continue to develop the guidelines to include looking at funding mechanisms such as proffers and grants. Further, she stated the next report would be provided to Council in July. On a motion by Council Member Burk, seconded by Vice Mayor Horne the following motion was proposed: MOTION Authorizing staff to work with the Public Art Commission to complete the Public Art Policy and develop a recommendation for funding Public Art Projects Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Page 4 Council Member Hammier stated she concurs with Mayor Umstattd's comments regarding the need to be specific and not write a blank check. Further, she asked that staff begin researching available grants now. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Burk, Hammier, Horne, Martinez, Reid, Wright, and Mayor Umstattd Nay: None Vote: 7-0 b. Economic Development Commission Report Ara Bagdasarian, Economic Development Commission (EDe) Chairman, stated Council and the EDC held a joint meeting last month and the Commission has taken the discussion from that meeting and created an Economic Development Map for Leesburg with three visions for the Town, (1) Customer Service Focus, (2) Destination for Arts, Entertainment, and Dining, and (3) Leverage Emerging Growth Opportunities. Council Member Burk supported these efforts stating the Commission has been active in getting its vision in place. Vice Mayor Horne thanked the Commission for their efforts. She encouraged the Commission to include a timeline and measurements for success when bringing forward items to Council for funding. Council Member Martinez commended the Commission on their efforts and proactive steps. He concurred with Vice Mayor Horne's comments. Council Member Hammier thanked the Commission for their ongoing efforts with emerging growth opportunities and their partnership with the Public Art Commission in working to bring performing arts to the Town. Council Member Wright thanked the Commission for their effort in bringing this vision together. He verified efforts to recruit new businesses and maintain existing ones is captured under the heading of leveraging emerging growth opportunities. Council Member Reid concurred with Vice Mayor Horne's comments regarding measurements for success. He commented on the ongoing market studies stating we know what the problem is, the key is to tackle the problem, which is being done through the Commission's task forces. Council Member Wright proposed a motion to endorse the Economic Development Map for Leesburg as presented. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Horne. Council Member Reid proposed a motion to change the name of the Medical Automation Task Force to Medical Automation/Life Sciences Task Force. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Paqe 5 Mr. Bagdasarian addressed Council Member Reid's earlier comment regarding the downtown market study stating everyone you ask feels they know the answer to the problem; however, this study will give is quantifiable data to determine what the market is. Council Member Hammier stated given the Economic Development Commission has not had the opportunity to discuss how they would like to reword things, so she would not support any amendments at this point. Mayor Umstattd stated Council did not anticipate a motion of endorsement tonight and stated we need to first suspend the rules. Council Member Wright, seconded by Vice Mayor Horne made a motion to suspend the rules to allow a vote on this item tonight. The motion to suspend the rules was approved by the following vote: Aye: Burk, Hammier, Horne, Martinez, Reid, Wright, and Mayor Umstattd Nay: None Vote: 7-0 On a motion by Council Member Wright, seconded by Vice Mayor Horne, the following motion was proposed: MOTION Endorsing the Economic Development Map for Leesburg as presented on June 26, 2007 Council Member Reid withdrew his previous amendment. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Burk, Hammier, Horne, Martinez, Reid, Wright, and Mayor Umstattd Nay: None Vote: 7-0 c. Report on Dog Incident Chief Price stated he is joined tonight by Captain Jeff VanGilder and Mr. Koening and Chief Miller of Loudoun County Animal Control. He stated tonight he will present an overview of an incident occurring on June 6, which is currently under an internal investigation. Chief Price stated an officer was dispatched to the vicinity of Mayfair Drive and North Street for a complaint of dogs running at-large and charging children at a bus stop. Upon arrival at the scene the officer advises the other unit to stay in service as he doesn't see the dogs and requests a check with animal control on prior investigations. Chief Price stated the officer was approaching the front door of the residence when he noticed some movement to the north side of the house. He approached that side of the house and the dogs emerged from the screen door and charged at him. The officer retreated and fired one shot. Further, he stated this occurred 22 seconds after the last radio transmission. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Page 6 Chief Price outlined various independent witness statements and the officer's statement. He stated the officer fired in self defense as the dog leaped to attack. Further, he stated prior to this incident the Leesburg Police Department has been working with Animal Control to discuss ways to improve communication and dispatch. Mr. Tom Koenig, Loudoun County Department of Animal Care and Control. outlined their investigation of the dog shooting incident and stated the Commonwealth's Attorney's Office has determined the officer did not violate the law. Vice Mayor Horne asked if Council has access to the report showing how far the officer was from the dog when the shot was fired. Mr. Koenig stated their study findings are consistent with the officer's report. Vice Mayor Horne stated it is very distressing to have a situation like this where someone looses their pet, kids are terrorized at their bus stop and dogs are running loose. She stated pet owners are responsible for ensuring that their pets are kept in a fenced area and verified they were not home at the time of the incident. Further, she commented on the need for increased training for our officers. Mr. Koening stated the first approach is to look at our communication system to ensure we are working collaboratively. Council Member Martinez asked the conclusion of Animal Control's investigation of the pet owners. Mr. Koenig stated Animal Control had been working with the residents of this house and had spoken to them the day before this incident. Further, he stated he has followed up with the owners to ensure the remaining dogs are secu re. Council Member Hammier stated a number of residents had complained about these animals before and if Animal Control was at the residence the day before why were repairs to the screen door not requested. Chief Kim Miller, Department of Animal Care and Control, stated her office had received two complaints the evening before the incident and a week before. She stated she met with the owners the evening before the incident and advised the owners that due to the aggressive nature of the animals they needed to keep them inside. Further, she stated the screen in which the dogs escaped from during this incident had been repaired; however, the dogs chewed through it. Council Member Hammier commented on the need for increased training related to these situations. Council Member Wright asked what is Animal Control's protocol would've been had they arrived first on the scene. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Page 7 Mr. Koenig stated he has not visited the scene. He stated his officers receive unique training and had they arrived first on the scene they would've approached the house or the dogs in the manner that they had been trained. Further, he stated public safety and personal safety are of the utmost importance. Council Member Wright stated the need to take lessons learned from the situation and continue to work with Animal Control to improve communications and get them on the scene quickly. Council Member Reid asked if there were any people or children in the vicinity when the shots were fired. Chief Price stated there was no one within 50 or 60 feet. Council Member Hammier asked if there are any charges pending against the owner of the dogs. Chief Miller stated the case is still open and no charges have been filed as of yet. Mayor Umstattd stated her concern is that the dogs had left their property more than once and had threatened children at the bus stop. She stated she has no problem with how this situation was handled and the ongoing collaboration with Animal Control. Further, she stated the situation is unfortunate, but you have to put the safety of the children first. G. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Amending the Town Code to establish a Utility Rate Advisory Committee The public hearing was opened at 9:26 p.m. Mr. Wells stated the Committee will be composed of nine voting members with an interest or expertise in utilities. He stated seven members are to be Town residents and two members are to reside outside of the Town and be customers of Town utilities. Further, he stated the member's terms will run concurrent to the Council Member's terms and will be limited to two consecutive terms with the exception of the out-of- Town members who are to have a two year term limited to two consecutive terms. Mr. Wells stated the key duties include the goal of an initial review of the utility rates to occur no later than the end of October and annual review of information provided by staff necessary for the establishment of utility rates and present a recommendation to Council no later than January 31 of each year. Council Member Burk stated she is excited this is coming to fruition. Vice Mayor Horne stated Council needs to make appointments to the Committee quickly and reminded Council that they agreed to not appoint any individual who is suing the Town. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Paqe 8 Council Member Martinez asked that the language in the resolution be clarified to state that each Council member will nominate one in-Town resident for appointment and the two out-of- Town appointments will be nominees of the whole. Mayor Umstattd verified that amendment would not require a re- advertisement. Council Member Martinez stated he is supportive of the Committee and once in place, he would like the Committee to meet with the out-of-Town customers. Council Member Wright echoed Council Member Burk's comments. Council Member Reid expressed his support for the creation of this Committee. He stated this is an advisory Committee and the utility rates will always be set by Council; therefore, it will always be a political decision. Further, he stated barring a ruling by the Supreme Court this summer, he feels the Town is allowed to enact a 100 percent surcharge on out-of- Town residents and he would not want to see massive increases for in-Town residents. There were no speakers. The public hearing was closed at 9:34 p.m. On a motion by Council Member Wright, seconded by Council Member Martinez, the following motion was proposed: 2007-0-14 ORDINANCE Amending Chapter 2 (Administration) of the Code of the Town of Leesburg, Virginia, 1976, as amended by adding a new Article XIII (Utility Rate Advisory Committee) Mayor Umstattd stated she will vote against this ordinance as our current system is not broken. She thanked Council Members Burk and Wright for their efforts in this matter stating they are very sincere in their belief that this is the proper course of action. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Burk, Hammier, Horne, Martinez, Reid and Wright Nay: Mayor Umstattd Vote: 6-1 b. Passive Park agreement with Morven Park The public hearing was opened at 9:36 p.m. Kaj Dentler stated this is a proposed agreement with the Westmorland Davis Foundation for the use of 28 acres across from Morven Park for a passive park with limited facilities such as natural trails and an off leash area. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Paqe 9 He stated in May staff met with the residents of the Old Waterford Knoll subdivision at which time their concerns were discussed and most were addressed. Further, he stated after the meeting the homeowner's association board endorsed the plan. Bill Ference addressed the five concerns of the residents including; (1) installing a three-way stop sign at Old Waterford Road and Fairview Street with a speed bump at the entrance to the park, (2) placing the off-leash area at least 400-500 feet away from homes, (3) creating a barrier or buffer between the homes and the park, (4) conducting a study to ensure that storm water will not flow into the neighborhood or into the existing pond, (5) building a trail/pathway for residents to walk safely to the park and widen the road at the existing bridge/culvert area. Kaj Dentler stated staff has been able to come to an agreement with Morven Park on the general business terms of the lease for 20 years with three separate five year renewal options. Council Member Reid verified we will have to restore the land at the end of the lease. He asked what would happen if Morven Park converted the property to a for-profit use. Mr. Dentler stated Morven Park purchased that land to preserve it and they feel that this use fits within their plans. He stated in the future they may want to put a home or two on the land to reclaim their investment in that property, but that is something that they would determine in the future. Council Member Wright verified the actual cost of the agreement is one dollar per year and the potential costs are any increase in insurance or potential Council tax costs. He stated the other costs are to be determined and include the cost to develop the park. Ms. Beach clarified the resolution includes a clause that it is subject to the annual appropriation by Council. Council Member Hammier asked how much the Town pays to lease the 20-acre Olde Izzak Walton Park. Mr. Dentler stated the Town pays approximately $113,000 including $14,000 in taxes. Council Member Hammier stated this park is a huge benefit to the Town. She expressed her gratitude to the Westmoreland Davis Memorial Foundation Board and everyone who has been working on this lease. Further, she asked that language be added to the resolution to clarify that we are able to provide this park to our residents for one dollar per year. Vice Mayor Horne expressed her appreciation to the Westmoreland Davis Memorial Foundation. She asked that staff provide monthly reports on the progress of the park. Further, she expressed concern with the potential of a speed bump on Old Waterford Road as individuals transporting sick horses to the Morven Park Equine Medical Center will have to travel on that road. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Paqe 10 Council member Burk stated this is very exciting and thanked everyone for their efforts. There were no speakers. The public hearing closed at 9:55 p.m. On a motion by Vice Mayor Horne, seconded by Council Member Hammier, the following motion was proposed: 2007-98 RESOLUTION Approving an agreement with the Westmorland Davis Memorial Foundation for use of 28 acres located along Old Waterford Road for a passive park that would include limited facilities such as picnic tables, park benches, natural trails, and an off-leach area for dogs Council Member Hammier proposed an amendment to the first line of the resolution to state that the park is being provided for one dollar per year. The amendment was accepted by Vice Mayor Horne. The amended motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Burk, Hammier, Horne, Martinez, Reid, Wright and Mayor Umstattd Nay: None Vote: 7-0 H. LEGISLATION CONSENT AGENDA On a motion by Vice Mayor Horne, seconded by Council Member Burk, the following consent agenda was proposed: 2007-99 RESOLUTION Extending the 2007 Holiday Schedule to include the entire day of December 24 and December 31 2007-100 RESOLUTION Approving Battlefield Parkway (Kincaid Boulevard to Route 7) Town/VDOT Administrative Agreement and authorizing the Town Manager to execute this agreement The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Burk, Hammier, Horne, Martinez, Reid, Wright and Mayor Umstattd Nay: None Vote: 7-0 Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Paqe 11 REGULAR AGENDA On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Vice Mayor Horne, the following motion was proposed: RESOLUTION Approving a supplemental appropriation of $13,200 to the Council's FY08 Budget to provide the Loudoun Art's Council with a contribution for the downtown First Friday program Council Member Wright expressed concern that the Loudoun Art's Council missed the budget deadline and have made this request out of cycle. He stated the First Friday program is wonderful; however, he cannot support this request tonight because it was rushed and presented out of cycle. Council Member Reid concurred with Council Member Wright's comments. Mr. Wells stated the Loudoun Art's Council had previously been funded in the current fiscal year at $20,000. He stated they had a change in the Executive Director position and an application was not submitted until after the budget had been adopted. Council Member Wright asked what would happen if this funding is not granted. Mr. Wells stated he had asked the Loudoun Art's Council to attend tonight; however, they were unable to do so. He stated he is unsure how this would affect the First Friday program. Council Member Hammier proposed a motion to table this action for two weeks to allow the Loudoun Art's Council to make a presentation to Council. The motion to table was seconded by Council Member Wright. The motion to table was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hammier, Reid, Wright and Mayor Umstattd Nay: Burk, Horne and Martinez Vote: 4-3 I. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS a. Airport Commission Vice Mayor Horne stated the airport held their open house and Shared Flight Aviation held their ribbon cutting last week. b. Thomas Balch Library Commission Council Member Burk stated the library just held the third lecture in their lecture series for the Loudoun County 250th anniversary. She stated it was well attended and the final lecture in the series will be held September 16 at 2:00 p.m. c. Board of Architectural Review Council Member Reid stated the fire station application will be discussed on the 16. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Paqe 12 d. Cable Television Advisory Commission No comment. e. Commission on Public Art No comment. f. Economic Development Commission No comment. g. Environmental Advisory Commission No comment. h. Information Technology Commission No comment. i. Parks and Recreation Commission Council Member Wright reminded citizens of the 4th of July festivities. j. Planning Commission No comment. k. Tree Commission No comment. I. Standing Residential Traffic Committee Council Member Reid stated the July 11 meeting may be rescheduled if Council is meeting with the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors that evening. J. OLD BUSINESS None K. NEW BUSINESS a. Leesburg High School Site Council Member Burk stated she has spoken with Loudoun County School Board staff and was told that now is a good time to present this letter as the school is still in the initial phase of design and this will not delay construction. Further, she stated she spoke with three School Board Members and they said they would be very grateful for this letter. On a motion by Council Member Burk, seconded by Vice Mayor Horne, the following motion was proposed: Vice Mayor Horne thanked the Environmental Advisory Commission for their work on this letter. Council Member Martinez thanked Council Member Burk for her efforts. MOTION Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Page 13 Authorizing a letter to be sent to the Loudoun County School Board regarding consideration of environmental issues on the site of the new high school on the O'Connor tract north of Ida Lee Park The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Burk, Hammier, Horne, Martinez, Wright, and Mayor Umstattd None 6-0-1 (Reid out of the room) Nay: Vote: b. Cable Commission Appointment Council Member Burk, seconded by Council Member Martinez, proposed a motion to suspend the rules to allow this item to be voted on tonight. The motion to suspend the rules was approved by the following vote: Aye: Burk, Hammier, Horne, Martinez, Reid, Wright, and Mayor Umstattd None 7-0 Nay: Vote: On a motion by Council Member Burk, seconded by Council Member Martinez, the following motion was proposed: 2007-101 RESOLUTION Making an appointment to the Cable Commission - Evan Macbeth The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Burk, Hammier, Horne, Martinez, Reid, Wright, and Mayor Umstattd None 7-0 Nay: Vote: c. Babe Ruth All Star Team Council Member Martinez stated last week he was approached by one of the coaches for the 13 year-old Babe Ruth District All Star Team who is looking to raise money to fund their travel expenses related to their tournaments. He stated the tournaments will begin before the next Council Meeting, therefore he requested that Council suspend the rules to discuss the potential of offering a contribution of $1,000 tonight. Burk. The motion to suspend the rules was seconded by Council Member The motion to suspend the rules failed by the following vote: Aye: Burk and Martinez Nay: Hammier, Horne, Reid, Wright, and Mayor Umstattd Vote: 2-5 Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Paqe 14 L. NEW BUSINESS FOR CONSIDERATION AT A FUTURE MEETING Council Member Wright requested the following items be placed on a future agenda for discussion; (1) a staff report on any potential public/private partnerships or other funding options to expedite the Loudoun Street project, (2) a staff report regarding Stanly Caulkins' suggestions for the Liberty Street property, and (3) a staff report on the feasibility of placing inserts in the utility bills to facilitate communication of events and other items with the public. Council Member Reid requested the following items be placed on a future agenda for discussion; (1) a follow-up report from staff on the overcrowding issues, (2) a discussion of a non-solicitation ordinance (3) a discussion regarding the cost of brick sidewalks in the Historic District, and (4) a presentation by Bob White of Landmark Reality discussing the economics of the H-2 Corridor and the Crescent District. Mayor Umstattd stated the Economic Development Commission and Planning Commission might also be interested in hearing Mr. White presentation. Council Member Martinez suggested that the presentation be made to the Economic Development and Planning Commissions prior to Council. Council Member Burk stated she is not interested in discussing a non- solicitation ordinance. Council Member Reid stated this would allow Council to look at enforcement of non-solicitation ordinance do deal with situations with day-laborer activity at Sheetz and 7/11. Council Member Wright stated the Planning Commission is currently working on the overcrowding ordinance. Ms. Beach stated she worked with Brian Boucher to draft an email which was sent to Council discussing the non-solicitation issue. M. COUNCIL COMMENTS Council Member Reid disclosed a meeting with Bob White regarding the parkway office complex. He stated there was an article in the Washington Post outlining the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority's top projects for funding, which included four projects within Loudoun County and at least two others that will ease traffic for County commuters. He stated the cost for the projects will not come out of the $16 million to be given to Loudoun County. Further, he asked that at the next work session Council consider sending a letter to the Board of Supervisors and the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority thanking them for putting these projects at the top of their list and urging the Board of Supervisors to immediately implement these fees. Council Member Reid acknowledged the work of Irwin Uran who died Saturday at the age of 81. He stated his funeral was held today at the synagogue that he built with his own money. Further, he stated Mr. Uran did so much for this community and asked that Council present his widow and daughter with a plaque at a future meeting. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Paqe 15 Council Member Wriqht echoed Council Member Reid's comments regarding Mr. Uran stating he had a great love for Leesburg and has given so much to the Town. He stated it seems Comcast is dragging their feet on the utility box issue and asked them to be better corporate citizens and resolve this situation. Council Member Wright stated he enjoyed the Fife and Drum Muster Parade stating we had good representation from cores across the nation. He stated he is looking forward to the 4th of July events coming up next week. Council Member Hammier expressed her condolences and gratitude to the Uran family. She congratulated the community clinic on their ribbon cutting. Council Member Hammier stated she is looking forward to the ground breaking of the Route 7/River Creek Parkway interchange on July 3. She disclosed a phone call with Dr. Sam Adamo regarding the Festival Lakes project and its potential effect on Loudoun County Public Schools. Council Member Martinez echoed Council Member Reid's comments on Mr. Uran stating his prayers are with the family. Vice Mayor Horne expressed her condolences to the Uran family. She reminded citizens of the July 4th festivities and the Loudoun County Fair in July. She wished the citizens a safe and happy 4th of July celebration. Council Member Burk expressed her condolences to the Uran family. She stated on June 14 the Leesburg Downtown Business Association (LDBA) held their elections and donated a bench to Dodona Manor in memory of Chuck Jones. Council Member Burk reported attending the ribbon cutting for Shared Flight Aviation stating this is their corporate headquarters and they are already looking to expand. She urged citizens to continue emailing the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors in opposition to the Crosstrail development. She stated Council will be meeting with the Board on July 11 regarding this issue and she invited citizens to attend. Council Member Burk reminded citizens of the July 4th festivities and urged them to come join the fun. Town Council Minutes for June 26. 2007 Page 16 N. MAYOR'S COMMENTS Mayor Umstattd stated the Airport Commission's Finance Committee is meeting with Mr. Banzhaf, attorney for Peterson Companies, tomorrow. She stated the meeting will be held at 3:00 p.m. at the offices of Toth Financial Services. She echoed Council Member Burk's comments on Shared Flight Aviation stating they are hoping to offer a charter flight business and the Town is happy to have them. Mayor Umstattd expressed her condolences to the Uran family stating he donated over $1 million to our police department and hundreds of thousands of dollars to charities benefiting the children of the Town. She stated Mr. Uran was a very private man and many of those he helped have no idea where that help came from. She disclosed a meeting with the owners of Johnson's Charcoal Beef House who are hoping to sell their property to Chevy Chase Bank. Mayor Umstattd thanked everyone involved with the wonderful picnic that was held for our troops headed to Iraq and their families. She stated 107 guardsman from the Leesburg armory are headed to Camp Shelby in Mississippi for three months of training and then to Iraq. Mayor Umstattd stated she attended the formal farewell ceremony for the troops at Heritage High School today. She thanked the family members and troops for their sacrifice and generous praise of those who organized the picnic. O. MANAGER'S COMMENTS Mr. Wells extended his condolences to the Uran Family stating Mr. Uran improved the quality of life for many individuals in Leesburg and Loudoun County through his generous donations. P. ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Vice Mayor Horne, seconded by Council Member Wright, the meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m. ~o. ~'II) . . n C. U stattd, Mayor ( Town of Leesbu rg ATTEST: ~ 10. alf..u./ lerk of Council 2007 _tcmin0626