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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. 1 Page COUNCIL MEETING February 12, 2013 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. 2 1 ��b� COUNCIL MEETING February 12, 2013 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 3 1 Page COUNCIL MEETING February 12, 2013 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 4 E' a,; c COUNCIL MEETING February 12, 2013 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 AT Clerk of unc 2013 tcmin0212 5 1 paoc