HomeMy Public PortalAbout2013_tcmin0212COUNCIL MEETING February 12, 2013
Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:30 p.m. Mayor Umstattd presiding.
Council Members Present: Kelly Burk, David Butler, Thomas S. Dunn, Katie Sheldon
Hammler, Marty Martinez, Kevin Wright and Mayor Umstattd.
Council Members Absent: None.
Staff Present: Town Manager John Wells, Deputy Town Attorney Barbara Notar,
Deputy Town Manager Kaj Dentler, Economic Development Director Marantha
Edwards and Clerk of Council Lee Ann Green
AGENDA ITEMS
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION: Council Member Dunn
3. SALUTE TO THE FLAG: Mayor Umstattd
4. ROLL CALL: Showing all Council Members present.
5. MINUTES
a. Regular Session Minutes of January 22, 2013
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Vice Mayor Butler, the
minutes of the Regular Session meeting of January 22, 2013 were approved by a vote of 7 -0.
6. ADOPTING THE MEETING AGENDA
On the motion of Council Member Martinez, seconded by Vice Mayor Butler, the meeting
agenda was approved after moving Items 11 a and 14 a to the Consent Agenda by the following
vote:
Aye: Burk, Butler, Dunn, Hammler, Martinez, Wright and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None
Vote: 7 -0
7. PRESENTATIONS
a. HUBZone
Marantha Edwards gave a presentation on the recent designation of a
portion of the Town as a HUBZone (Historically Underserved Business Zone).
8. PETITIONERS
a. The Petitioner's Section was opened at 8:13 p.m.
Sergio Loya, stated he is a member of the tennis community. He stated
the tennis community would like the Council to consider creation of a Tennis
Advisory Committee. He stated they would like to create a Friends of Ida Lee
Tennis 501c(3) as well to address issues of the tennis community.
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Eric Zimmerman, 50 Catoctin Circle, NE, stated the Civil War Historic
Trust is attempting to purchase a 3.3 acre tract in the north east section of town.
�— He stated there is a historic structure on the property dating back to the Civil
War. He stated the property will be transferred to the Northern Virginia
Regional Park Authority. Unfortunately, the ownership of Balls Bluff Road is
unclear and without the road, there is no direct access to the property. He asked
that the town grant an easement for ingress and egress for the property.
Evan MacBeth, 327 Stableview Terrace, NE, discussed the recent accident
at Battlefield Parkway and Plaza Street involving a school bus. He thanked
Council for their decision to put a traffic light at the intersection, but he asked
Council to consider using traffic circles on Battlefield Parkway in Exeter at Plaza
Street and Catoctin Circle as part of the Capital Improvement Plan. He noted
that traffic circles are proven to be safer, and more energy and time efficient. He
stated, when properly designed, they significantly improve traffic flow. He
expressed his concern that the proposed traffic light will impair traffic flow.
Sandy Grossman, expressed his encouragement and appreciation for
Council's decision to fund the design of a traffic signal at Battlefield Parkway and
Plaza Street. He stated the light, if programmed properly, should not affect the
function of the Battlefield/ 15 bypass intersection.
Michael Banzhaf, stated he feels it is appropriate to amend the text of the
PRC district regulations with regards to the ratio of commercial to office. He
suggested addition of a sentence giving Council the option to change the ratio, if
necessary. He stated, as a citizen, he is requesting the text amendment.
The Petitioner's Section was closed at 8:43 p.m.
9. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion by Council Member Wright, seconded by Vice Mayor Butler, the following
items were moved for approval as the Consent Agenda:
a. Town Manager's Contract Extension
MOTION2013 -006
I move to approve the Employment Contract between the Council of the Town of
Leesburg, Virginia, and John A. Wells dated February 12, 2013
b. Battlefield Parkway at Plaza Street — Tra c Signal
MOTION 2013 -007
I move to authorize the appropriation of $50, 000 from the undesignated fund
balance to the Capital Projects Fund to design and engineer a traffic signal for the
intersection of Battlefield Parkway and Plaza Street, N.E.
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C. Setting the CY2013 Council Meeting Calendar
RESOLUTION2013 -032
Setting the CY2013 Council Meeting Calendar
d. Initiation of Zoning Ordinance Amendment allowing outdoor vehicle storage as a
temporary use
RESOLUTION2013 -033
To Initiate a Zoning Ordinance TextAmendmentAllowing the Temporary
Storage ofAutomobiles at Off Premises Locations
The Consent Agenda was approved by the following vote:
Aye. Burk, Butler, Dunn, Hammler, Martinez, Wright and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None
Vote: 7 -0
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. None.
11. RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS
a. None.
12. ORDINANCES
a. None.
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Appointment of Council Liaisons to Boards and Commissions
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Vice Mayor Butler, the
following was proposed:
MOTION2013 -008
I move appointment of thefollowing Council Liaisons to Boards and Commissions:
Airport.
Kevin Wright
Thomas Balch Library:
Marty Martinez
Board ofArchitectural Review:
Thomas Dunn
Commission on Public Art.
Kevin Wright
Economic Development:
Kelly Burk
Environmental Advisory.•
Dave Butler
Parks and Recreation:
Marty Martinez
Planning Commission:
Kristen Umstaud
Technology and Communication:
Katie Sheldon Hammler
Tree:
Dave Butler
SR TC.
Kelly Burk
URAC.•
Katie Sheldon Hammler
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14. NEW BUSINESS
a. None.
15. COUNCIL COMIIAIENTS
Council Member Dunn: Wished everyone an enjoyable Mardi Gras. He stated
he did hear from Mr. Banzhaf about his proposal and agreed that it is a good idea.
Vice Mayor Butler: Disclosed a conversation about the Oaklawn Gas Station last
week. He stated he enjoyed VML Day. He stated there was a discussion about using the
Leesburg Airport as an attraction for bringing the FBI Headquarters to Loudoun
County. He stated he also had an opportunity to visit the recycle station where all the
recyclables from Loudoun County are sorted. He noted they do not like plastic bags, so
those should be recycled at the local grocery store. He stated the Tree Commission is
looking at potential tree planting sites around town.
Council Member Burk: Stated she had the opportunity to attend the Downtown
Business Association annual dinner with Vice Mayor Butler and Council Member
Hammler. She stated it was a very nice event and it is good to see the downtown
businesses working together to promote their interests. She stated she appreciated the
opportunity to meet with Senator Warner, who came out to meet with women business
owners for a very successful event. She thanked Council for considering the four
recommendations from the SRTC at the next Council work session.
Council Member Martinez: Noted that baseball is starting up. He expressed his
appreciation for Council's support on the traffic signal at Battlefield Parkway and Plaza
Street.
Council Member Hammler: Thanked staff for their work with the County on
funding for the Battlefield Parkway /Plaza Street signal. She disclosed a meeting with
Mike Banzhaf dealing with some of the issues relating to tennis. She disclosed a
conversation with Chris Gleckner about the Oaklawn Gas Station. She stated it has
been announced that Leesburg is now officially the largest town in Virginia. She noted
that the Art Square artwork is on the fifth floor of the General Assembly building in
Richmond. She noted the main initiative of the new president of VML is "Healthy
Living, Active Living ". She suggested a friendly competition with another large town
encompassing this topic. She thanked Mr. Wells for agreeing to another two year
contract and thanked him for his work making Leesburg a great place to live.
Council Member Wright: Thanked those who went to VML Day as
representatives for Leesburg since he was unable to attend. He thanked Rodion
Iwanczuk for his diligent participation in Council meetings and comments regarding
transportation and land use issues. He thanked the Loudoun County ROTC program
for their participation in Relay for Life. He stated they have been delivering Valentines
for cancer survivors. He stated the Airport Commission had a presentation from
Crosstrail on their most recent application to update the commercial uses within their
project. He stated all the uses are commercial, not residential. He stated the
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Commission also looked at their budget. He asked for an update on Keep Leesburg
Beautiful.
16. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Umstattd disclosed a meeting with Chris Gleckner regarding the
Oaklawn Gas Station issue. She thanked Chief Price, John Wells, Kaj Dentler, and the
airport staff for a professional job done when the President and Vice President flew in on
their way to Lansdowne. She noted that Senator Warner talked about his initiatives on
internet funding of small business start ups. She thanked the Mason Enterprise Center,
the Chamber of Commerce, and the Loudoun County EDC for working on a Crowd
Funding Seminar for small businesses. She thanked DayBreak Rotary for a nice
breakfast for high school students.
17. MANAGER'S COMMENTS
Mr. Wells thanked Council for the vote of confidence with respect to his
contract. He stated in two weeks, he will be presenting the budget which is heading in a
positive direction. He stated they are making good progress on long -term budget
stability. He stated he will be visiting Texas for the birth of his first grandchild later this
week.
18. CLOSED SESSION
None.
19. ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Vice Mayor Butler, seconded by Council Member Martinez, the meeting
was adjourned at 9:11 p. m.
Kristen' C. mstattd, Mayor
Town of Leesburg
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