HomeMy Public PortalAbout2015_tcmin0210 COUNCIL MEETING February 10, 2015
Council Chambers, 25 West Market Street, 7:30 .m. Mayor Umstattd y stattd presiding.
Council Members Present: Kelly Burk, David Butler, Thomas Dunn, Suzanne Fox, Katie
Sheldon Hammler, Marty Martinez and Mayor Umstattd.
Council Members Absent: All present.
Staff Present: Town Manager Kaj Dentler, Deputy Town Manager Keith Markel, Town
Attorney Barbara Notar, Director of Parks and Recreation Rich Williams, Assistant Town
Manager Scott Parker, Director of Finance and Administrative Services Clark Case,
Information Technology Manager Annie Carlson and Clerk of Council Lee Ann Green.
AGENDA ITEMS
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. INVOCATION: Council Member Hammier
3. SALUTE TO THE FLAG: Girl Scout Troop 6752 and Brownie Troop 2718
4. ROLL CALL: Showing all members present.
5. MINUTES
a. Work Session Minutes of January 26, 2015
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Butler, the
minutes of the work session meeting of January 26, 2015 were approved by a vote of 7-0.
b. Regular Session Minutes of January 27, 2015
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Butler, the
minutes of the regular session meeting of January 27, 2015 were approved as amended by a
vote of 7-0.
6. ADOPTING THE MEETING AGENDA
On the motion of Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Butler, the
meeting agenda was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Butler, Burk, Dunn, Fox, Hammler, Martinez, and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None
Vote: 7-0
7. PRESENTATIONS
a. Certificates of Appreciation— Girl Scout Troop 6752
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Hammier,
Certificates of Appreci ation were presented to the following members of Girl Scout Troop 6752
for their demonstration of civic responsibility by decorating the Christmas Tree display at
Mervin Jackson Park:
Sophie Bauer Kate Morrison
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Kalia Salifou Sofia Shingledecker
Sarah Zurfluh Maggie Hyam
Aurora Neumiller Leader: Sarah Bauer
b. Certificates of Appreciation—Brownie Troop 2718
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Hammler,
Certificates of Appreciation were presented to the following members of Brownie Troop 2718 for
their demonstration of civic responsibility by decorating the Christmas Tree display at Mervin
Jackson Park:
Daphne Holt Tate Drupa
Catherine Pizzarello Anne Cassidy
Olivia Ramey Katherine Garvey
Erin Fensterwald Grace Bukowinski
Emma Lambert Ruby Zeiter Gherst
Anja Singleton Kensington Daigle
Sofia Alzate Audrey Arzaga
Leaders and assistants:
Tara Holt Kevin Holt
Jill Drupa David Drupa
Smith Drupa Michelle Pizzarello
Chris Gherst Meghan Fensterwald
Jessica Bukowinski
c. Proclamation—Black History Month
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Hammier,
the following was proclaimed:
PROCLAMATION
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
FEBRUARY 2015
WHEREAS, in February of 1926, sixty-one years after the ratification of the 13th
Amendment to the United States Constitution, Dr. Carter Woodson, a noted historian,
desired to recognize the achievements and contributions of Black Americans in this
country; and
WHEREAS,the month of February was appropriately chosen to recognize the
achievements of Black Americans as it contained the birth anniversaries of Abraham
Lincoln and Frederick Douglass; and
WHEREAS, the traditional one-week observance was expanded in 1976 to include
the entire month of February; and
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WHEREAS, Black History Month allows us to honor the achievements of and
celebrate the heritage of Black Americans while recalling the courage of their struggle to
achieve equality; and
WHEREAS,historically Black Americans, such as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,
Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks,Medgar Evers,Jessie Jackson, Dred Scott, W.E.B. DuBois,
and Mary McLeod Bethune have worked to lay the very foundation for the free and diverse
society that we as Americans enjoy today; and
WHEREAS,this year marks the 51St anniversary of the signing of the 1964 Civil
Rights Act that gave all citizens of the United States equal rights under the law.
THEREFORE,the Mayor and Council of the Town of Leesburg in Virginia
hereby proclaim the month of February of the Year 2015 as Black History Month in the
Town of Leesburg and urge the citizens of Leesburg to join in recognizing the
contributions made by the Loudoun Chapter of the NAACP and other community
organizations to preserve and remember the accomplishments of Black Americans
throughout the history of our nation.
PROCLAIMED this 10th day of February 2015.
d. Certificates of Appreciation—Boards and Commission Members
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Hammier,
Certificates of Appreciation were presented to the following outgoing members of Town of
Leesburg advisory Boards and Commissions:
Stephen Axeman(Airport Commission)
Robert W. Hall(Airport Commission)
Dwight Dopilka(County Representative—Airport Commission)
Joan Rokus(Thomas Balch Library Commission)
John Pumphrey(Board of Zoning Appeals)
Lisa Strout(Commission on Public Art)
Margaret Ferrell(Commission on Public Art)
William "Butch"Porter(Economic Development Commission)
Amy Cross-Monroe(Economic Development Commission)
Joseph Cooper(Parks and Recreation Commission)
Earl Hoovler(Planning Commission)
JB Anderson (Technology and Communication Commission)
Oliver Peters, Jr. (Technology and Communication Commission)
Jan Hepburn (Tree Commission)
Liz Mills(Standing Residential Traffic Committee)
9. PETITIONERS
The Petitioner's Section was opened at 7:58 p.m.
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Tom Marshall, 315 Ayrlee Avenue, NW, stated many very good points were made
during the discussion regarding the creation of a diversity commission. He stated he
supports the idea of being proactive by establishing a commission that recognizes and
celebrates the ethnic diversity and culture diversity of Leesburg. He stated this commission
could educate different cultural groups that Leesburg is open and find ways to better serve
all citizens. He further expressed concern over economic diversity. He noted that there is
disparate impact to schools as a result of economic imbalances. He noted that some schools
do not have as much financial support from the community as others.
Reverend Phyllis Hubbell and John Manwell, Unitarian Universalist Church of
Loudoun, stated her support for a diversity commission. She noted that Leesburg should be
a beacon of harmony and support for all its citizens. She stated the Unitarian Universalist
Church of Loudoun has adopted the following resolution:
Whereas, the mission of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Loudoun is welcoming
Diversity, nurturing spirituality and promoting justice in the world; and
Whereas, members and friends meet for weekly worship on Gleedsville Road at a
nationally registered historic landmark built by freed slaves, soon to receive a Civil War
Trail Marker; and
Whereas, the members and friends of the church number nearly 200 caring souls
dedicated to promoting love, truth, peace, freedom, and compassion for one another; and
Whereas, the members of the church have a duly elected governing body charged
with advancing our mission and principles in the community and beyond; and
Whereas, the governing board has reviewed the proposal to establish a Leesburg
Diversity Commission and has found its mission and goals to be in strong alignment with
our mission and principles.
Now, therefore be it resolved that the governing board of the Unitarian Universalist
Church of Loudoun strongly encourages the Leesburg Town Council to approve the
proposed Leesburg Diversity Commission.
Anthony Fasolo, 314 Whitney Place, NE, stated the United States is undergoing a
profound demographic shift and by the year 2050, there will be no clear racial or ethnic
majority. He stated as communities of color continue to grow, it is critical that all levels of
government are engaged with and responsive to their needs and concerns.
Jessica Bukowinski, 118 Marlow Street, SW, stated she is a member of the Unitarian
Universalist Church of Loudoun and a resident of Leesburg. She stated her neighborhood is
very diverse. She stated she chose this neighborhood because of its diversity. She stated she
is very happy that the Council is considering a commission on diversity and urged them to
move forward with it.
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Ann Marie Morreale, 502 Blue Ridge Avenue, NE, stated she moved here from a
very diverse place in New York. She stated there is a lot of beauty in Leesburg and the
people are extraordinary. She stated her hope that the diversity commission will establish
measurable goals on a reasonable timeline.
Anthony Fasolo, thanked the town for the work done clearing the snow. He also
stated he would like to support the recommendation for the Diversity Task Force. He stated
the recommendation was to form a committee to look for ways to hire a more diverse work
force. He encouraged Council to take the recommendation and form a committee.
Andrew Borgquist, 1108 Huntmaster Terrace, #301, stated he has had a continuing
issue with the Town of Leesburg. He stated in November 2013 he had an interaction with a
Leesburg police officer, which he felt was unjust. He stated he felt the officer's manner was
mean and aggressive. He stated his choice to express himself was shared in a negative light
by the police department to the Parks and Recreation Department. He stated the Parks and
Recreation Director took immediate adverse action against him without explanation in
violation of proper procedure in a manner lacking in transparency and fairness. He stated it
can be objectively concluded that the action was in retaliation for expressing his
disagreement with Leesburg Police action. He stated based on the facts and circumstances,
it was clear if he had not complained, the adverse action would not have been taken. He
noted that in light of recent national events, the Town of Leesburg has no business
retaliating against people who have expressed concern over police actions. He stated it can
be objectively shown that his disagreement had merit, yet management reacted in a hostile
and inappropriate manner that indicates the tone at the top needs to be changed. He stated
that Mr. Dentler stated "I do not know the details and quite frankly, do not want to know".
He stated that Mr. Dentler's lack of action has led him to feel a lack of confidence in his
ability to manage the town in a manner that is in keeping with appropriate practices. He
stated this quote by Maya Angelou was applicable "I have learned that people will forget
what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made
them feel". He stated that no one should ever feel how Town of Leesburg management has
made him feel. He petitioned the Council to search for a new town manager because there
are things that need to change in the way the town does business. He expressed his support
for the Diversity Commission.
Phillip Thompson, 43709 Mahogany Run Ct., stated he is here on behalf of the
Loudoun County chapter of the NAACP to support the Diversity Commission. He stated
just because you don't see a problem, doesn't mean there isn't a problem. He stated he does
know there are issues out there. He stated that the NAACP would be happy to provide
whatever assistance is needed to work out the details of how the Diversity Commission will
operate.
The Petitioner's Section was closed at 8:20 p.m.
10. APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Butler, the following
items were moved for approval as the Consent Agenda after removing Item E:
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a. Town Hall Art Exhibit
RESOLUTION2015-022
Approval of Art Exhibit by Laura Mazer in the Leesburg Town Exhibit Hall
b. Appropriating Proceeds from the Jingle Jam
RESOLUTION 2015-023
Approving Supplemental Appropriation of$9,735 resulting from the 2014 Net Proceeds
of the Jingle Jam Concerts
c. Time Extension for PMW Farms
RESOLUTION2015-024
Authorizing a Time Extension for Completion of the Public Improvements for PMW
Farms—Fort Evans Road Phase 2 and Riverside Parkway(TLCD 2009-0019)
d. Assigning FY2014 General Fund's Unassigned Fund Balance for the Capital Asset
Replacement Fund and the Debt Service Reserve
RESOLUTION 2015-025
Assigning General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance in the Amount of$3,682,242 for
Capital Asset Replacement Fund and Accumulating Funds for Debt Service Reserve
e. Authorizing a Letter to the Virginia Commission for the Arts Supporting the Friends of
Leesburg Public Arts Grant Application
MOTION 2015-004
I move to authorize the Mayor to send the letter to the Virginia Commission for the
Arts supporting the Friends of Leesburg Public Arts grant application.
The Consent Agenda was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Burk, Butler, Dunn, Hammier, Martinez, Wright and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None
Vote: 7-0
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Crosswalk Fines
Barbara Notar stated this proposed amendment to the Town Code would
increase the fines for drivers of motor vehicles who do not yield the right of way to
pedestrians.
Key Points:
• Would include a section of the state code.
• Only selected crosswalks would incur the additional fines.
• Crosswalks would be marked with a VDOT designed sign.
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• Amending the Town Code would allow staff to erect these signs at certain
crosswalks.
• Fine would be between $100-500 at the discretion of the court based on the
facts of the case.
Council Member Hammier read the following comments into the record:
"Some quick thoughts looking at the big picture from 40,000 feet. As a single,
stand-alone component, increasing fines is not likely to get results according
to FHA funded studies. An integrated, consistently executed enforcement
program that includes ticketing, education, installation of signage, etc. is most
effective (see attachment, last page). Zooming in on the details at 5,000 feet.
Other Virginia municipalities have implemented higher fines along with court
fees and points as part of a comprehensive pedestrian safety program. Given
Saturday's article in Leesburg Today about the collaboration between
Loudoun County Sheriff's office and Virginia State Police to curb aggressive
driving along the Route 15 corridor, implementing higher fines for failure to
yield is well-timed and bundled together sends a strong message. Clarify
language of ordinance is greater than it refers to highway signs at marked
crosswalks. Does this mean that the ordinance does not apply to marked
crosswalks without signage? Considered tiered fines, based on location and
frequency of violation. Does the ordinance address issue of one vehicle
overtaking or passing another vehicle that has already stopped for a
pedestrian? In a nutshell, I support the increased fines and I am glad that the
Town Council continues to take action to support pedestrian safety", Gabe
Kelleman.
The public hearing was closed at 9:20 p.m.
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Butler, the
following was proposed:
ORDINANCE 2015-0-003
To Amend and Ordain Chapter 32(Traffic and Vehicles), Article II(Administration
and Enforcement), Division 2(Violations), Section 32-64(Increased Penalty for
Failure to Yield at Crosswalk)
Council Comments/Questions:
• How are the fines determined?
Staff answer: The court determines the fine based on the facts of the case.
• Does the ordinance apply to crosswalks without the signage?
Staff answer: No, in order to have the increased fines, the signage is required.
• Where will these signs be posted?
Staff answer: They will be placed at the crosswalk near Ida Lee, as previously
discussed, and can be installed at any marked crosswalk where the town feels
the increased fines are necessary.
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The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Burk, Butler, Dunn, Fox, Hammler, Martinez, and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None.
Vote: 7-0
b. 2014 Zoning Ordinance Batch Amendments
The public hearing was opened at 9:23 p.m.
Brian Boucher and Brandon White reviewed the proposed amendments to the
Zoning Ordinance.
Key Points:
• 28 proposed amendments.
• Correcting errors, updating where changing conditions warrant, and update
for changes in state code.
• The Planning Commission has recommended approval of the amendments.
Council Comments/Questions:
• Why were 32 amendments advertised, if only 28 are now proposed?
Staff answer: Some have been removed and others have been combined.
The public hearing was recessed at 9:35 p.m.
The public hearing was continued at 10:00 p.m.
Council Comments/Questions:
• Amendments are clear and have been thoroughly vetted by the Planning
Commission.
• Make adjustment for parking spaces on property.
The public hearing was closed at 11 p.m.
On a motion by Council Member Martinez, seconded by Council Member Butler, the
following was proposed:
ORDINANCE 2015-0-004
Amending Article 3 Review and Approval Procedures;Article 6 Nonresidential Zoning
Districts;Article 8 Planned Development Districts;Article 9 use Regulations;Article 10
Density/Intensity&Dimensional Standards;Article 11 Parking, Loading and
Pedestrian Access;Article 12 Tree Preservation, Landscaping, Screening, Open Space
and Outdoor Lighting;Article 13 Flood Protection;Article 15 Signs;and Article 18
Definitions.
Council Comments:
• Excellent job preparing these amendments.
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• Thank the Planning Commission for their hard work vetting these
amendments.
• Clarification that this includes the change to driveways.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Burk, Butler, Dunn, Fox, Hammler, Martinez, and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None.
Vote: 7-0
11. RESOLUTIONS AND MOTIONS
a. Initiating an Amendment to the Town Code regarding Parking Fees and the
Establishment of a Parking Task Force
On a motion by Vice Mayor Burk, seconded by Council Member Hammier, the
following was proposed:
RESOLUTION2015-026
To Initiate Amendments to the Town Code to Increase Certain Parking Fees
Council Comments:
• Goal is to bring people downtown and this resolution does not accomplish
that goal.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Burk, Dunn, Fox, Hammier, Martinez, and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: Butler
Vote: 6-1
On a motion by Vice Mayor Burk, seconded by Council Member Hammier, the
following was proposed:
MOTION 2015-005
I move to form a Parking Task Force to come back to Council with a report and
recommendations concerning the comprehensive parking plan within 90
Council Comments/Questions:
• It was clarified that a report from the Parking Task Force would come back to
Council with a report within 90 days after establishment.
• It is important to include a timeline for completion.
• It was also clarified that the Town Manager would come back in two weeks
with a recommendation on how to set up the task force.
• Do not feel that 90 days is enough time.
• Subcommittee of Council might be preferable to a task force.
• Good to bring the public into the proceedings.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Burk, Dunn, Fox, Hammler, Martinez, and Mayor Umstattd
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Nay: Butler
Vote: 6-1
b. Initiating an Amendment to the Town Code regarding Creation and
Establishment of a Diversity Commission
On a motion by Vice Mayor Burk, seconded by Council Member Martinez, the
following was proposed:
RESOLUTION2015-027
To Initiate an Amendment to the Town Code to Create and Establish the Leesburg
Diversity Advisory Commission
Council Comments:
• Look forward to creating this commission.
• Task force recommendations have increased the number of minority
applications for vacancies.
• Everyone needs to know that they have a voice.
• In support of the goal of supporting diversity in the town's hiring practices
and increasing the candidate pool for minority candidates.
• Do not believe that the town has been discriminatory in its hiring practices,
but clearly the end result has led to a workforce that is less diverse than the
Leesburg population at large.
Council Member Fox made a motion, seconded by Council Member Hammier to
postpone action until March 10, 2015 so that Council can be fully briefed on legal implications
and considerations and fully consider alternative solutions.
Council Comments:
• Do not feel that the town has been fully apprised of the legal complications
that establishing a commission implies.
• Other ways to address this can accomplish the same basic goals, yet do not
have the legal liabilities.
• Does legal counsel have any recommendations?
Staff answer: It was made clear in the memorandum that hiring practices
would not be one of the missions of this commission. One of the key
recommendations of the Diversity Task Force was to develop a diverse
pipeline via a genuine effort to attract and retain skilled, diverse employees—
not hire. Hiring is a function of the town manager and the Human Resources
Department. Clear parameters will be written in the ordinance so that the
town does not run afoul of any EEOC mandates.
• Initiation of the public hearing is a way to start the discussion.
• Not comfortable with this resolution because it does not provide any
parameters for the Commission's activities.
• This issue is too important for a "feel good" commission.
• Moving this forward has taken too long.
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• Initiation is not the final vote, but allows Council to examine it in further
detail and decide what the specifics will be.
• There are liability issues associated with any discussion regarding things that
the town might be doing wrong in its hiring practices.
Council Member Butler offered an amendment to postpone action until 9:35 p.m. The
motion was accepted as friendly.
Council Comments/Questions:
• Contend that this has not been vetted properly and many issues can be
alleviated by changes in policy or procedure.
The motion to postpone until 9:35 p.m. was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Butler, Dunn, Fox, Hammler
Nay: Burk, Martinez, and Umstattd
Vote: 4-3
Note: Item was continued to 9:35 p.m.
Council Member Butler moved the following edits, seconded by Council Member Dunn:
1. Include the duties that were discussed at Monday's work session meeting.
2. Edit section b1 to remove the words "the Town of Leesburg government work
force and".
3. Insert "community at large".
4. Add section b5 with "the duties of this commission shall not include any
investigation or analysis into town work force diversity, nor shall it include
discussion related to any individual employment action".
Council Comments/Questions:
• Commission cannot legally be involved in fact finding and taking testimony
because that is part of a grievance procedure; however, they should be
allowed to analyze the diversity of the work force.
• If the commission was to analyze town work force diversity, would there be
potential liability concerns?
Staff answer: It would be appropriate for them to analyze as the town code is
specific that the Town Council must approve all actions of the commission as
it is an advisory commission.
• Not comfortable allowing the commission to perform investigations into town
work force diversity.
• The advisory commission has a right to request information, which could be
deemed an investigation.
• Concern that discussion could be used against the town in employment court
cases.
• Commission is able to retrieve any documents available through the Freedom
of Information Act(FOIA).
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• Discussion of documents available through FOIA, should not be done
through the auspices of the Commission.
• Limitations on this commission will need to be made to other commissions.
• Employment practices are the purview of the Town Manager and the Human
Resources department, not Council or any commission.
Mayor Umstattd proposed:
"The Diversity Commission shall not investigate individual employees or
applications".
Council Member Butler proposed a new section b5:
"The duties of the Diversity Commission shall not include discussion related to any
individual employment action or information".
The text of Section B was summarized as follows:
1. The Leesburg Diversity Commission's mission is to help foster diversity and
inclusion within the community at large;
2. The Commission may make recommendations to the Town Council that
potentially enhance the Town of Leesburg government's ability to communicate
and deliver services more effectively to minority residents and business owners
within the town;
3. The Commission may work with the Leesburg Economic Development
Commission and town staff ff on a regular outreach effort to the minority business
community in order to increase awareness of town services, and to understand
potential opportunities to do business with the town;
4. The Commission makes recommendations to Town Council that provides the
Town of Leesburg with the opportunity to enhance and celebrate the town's
diverse community;
5. The duties of this commission shall not include discussion of any individual
employment action or information.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Burk, Butler, Dunn, Fox, Hammier, Martinez, and Mayor Umstattd
Nay: None.
Vote: 7-0
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. None.
14. NEW BUSINESS
a. None.
15. COUNCIL COMMENTS
Council Member Dunn offered his condolences to the Zoldos family on the passing
of former Council Member Bob Zoldos.
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Council Member Butler also offered his condolences to the Zoldos family. He noted
that the services would be held at 10 a.m. tomorrow at St. John's.
Vice Mayor Burk thanked the members of the public that have come out to offer
their support for a Diversity Commission. She offered her condolences to the Zoldos
family. She stated on June 28th, she attended the Airport Pilot's Association meeting with
the Mayor. She stated they announced that Leesburg has the number one flight instructor in
the country— Spencer Watson. She stated she is working with Pat Dailey from Dodona
Manor to set up a relationship with the town's sister city in France, St. Cyr sur Loire,
adding that there is no cost to the town. She stated on February 6, a fourth-grade girl scouts
from Sycolin Creek Elementary visited Town Hall.
Council Member Martinez offered his condolences to the Zoldos family. He stated
his comments at Monday night's work session were not meant to insult the character and
professionalism of the Town's police department. He stated he supports their mission to
make Leesburg a safe community for all residents equally and fairly. He thanked his wife
for marrying him 34 years ago.
Council Member Hammier thanked Keith Markel, Betsy Fields and Tom Mason for
their work on VML Day. She stated the event was well attended was an excellent
opportunity for networking with legislators. She thanked Stilson Greene and the Jingle Jam
organizers for their work which not only raised money, but increased holiday spirit and
spread joy for those living in the Town of Leesburg. She offered her condolences to the
Zoldos family.
Council Member Fox stated she did not know Council Member Zoldos, but his
reputation preceded him. She offered her heartfelt condolences to the family. She stated
she attended the VML Planning class and the mixer later in the evening. She stated she
appreciated the opportunity to attend. She expressed her feeling that if an unpopular
opinion is expressed on the dais that it is considered to be "stall" tactics. She stated she
takes her stewardship of the town's residents and businesses seriously and asking hard
questions, whether popular or not, is good governance.
16. MAYOR'S COMMENTS
Mayor Umstattd disclosed a meeting on January 27 with representatives of Crescent
Parke, a proposed development just south and east of Food Lion off Davis Avenue. She
disclosed a meeting on February 3 with representatives of NVR Springfield Farm
assemblage. She stated they are looking at a large residential community with some
commercial later on in the process to be located south of Heritage High School. She stated
she was sorry to hear of Council Member Zoldos' passing. She stated the entire family has
been very involved in the Town for many years. She expressed her sympathies to the
family. She congratulated Bello Franzo pizza on their opening in the Village at Leesburg.
17. MANAGER'S COMMENTS
Mr. Dentler had no comments.
18. CLOSED SESSION
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None.
19. ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Council Member Butler, seconded by Council Member Martinez, the meeting
was adjourned at 11:13 p.m.
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